Unilever Q3 2024 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Unilever's Q4 2024 revenue was €14.2 billion, with an underlying sales growth of 4.0%. The company's operating profit reached €9.4 billion for the full year, despite a decline of 3.7%. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 14.7% to €2.98. Free cash flow remained strong at €6.9 billion.
Revenue reached €14.2 billion in Q4 2024, showing stable performance.
Operating margin improved to 15.5%, though operating profit declined 3.7%.
Adjusted EPS increased by 14.7%, while diluted EPS fell 10.6% due to restructuring costs.
Strong free cash flow of €6.9 billion with a 106% cash conversion rate.
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Forward Guidance
Unilever expects underlying sales growth between 3% and 5% for full-year 2025. Operating margin is expected to see modest improvement, with better results in the second half due to pricing adjustments.
Positive Outlook
- Underlying sales growth expected between 3%-5%.
- Operational efficiencies and cost savings expected to support profitability.
- Continued investment in marketing and brand innovation.
- Positive impact of portfolio restructuring and Ice Cream separation.
- Anticipated volume and price balance in H2 2025.
Challenges Ahead
- Market growth remains subdued in early 2025.
- Commodity cost inflation expected to increase pricing pressures.
- China and Indonesia remain challenging markets.
- Higher restructuring costs anticipated in early 2025.
- Macroeconomic uncertainty could impact consumer demand.
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