Lotus Bakeries NV
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ISIN BE0003604155 / Valor 440539
Lotus Bakeries NV
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About company
Lotus Bakeries NV is a Belgian company renowned for its production of a variety of baked goods, with a strong emphasis on innovation and product development. The company is best known for its Lotus Biscoff brand, which has become a significant strategic pillar, achieving substantial volume growth. In addition to its flagship Biscoff products, Lotus Bakeries has expanded its portfolio to include innovative offerings such as BEAR® Fruit Splits, a dual-flavored fruit snack, and Lotus® Cake Donuts, which aim to revitalize the traditional pastries category. The company continues to leverage its expertise in the bakery sector to introduce new products that cater to evolving consumer preferences, maintaining its position as a leader in the global snack market.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Consumer Non-CyclicalsLatest Results (27.10.2025):
Lotus Bakeries NV reported strong financial performance for the first half of 2025, demonstrating significant growth in revenue, operating profit, and net income. The company effectively leveraged its strategic focus on Lotus® Biscoff® and Lotus™ Natural Foods to drive double-digit volume increases, reinforcing its market position and financial stability.
Revenue Growth
Revenue for the first half of 2025 reached EUR 657.3 million, marking a 9.7% increase compared to EUR 599.3 million in the same period last year. This growth was primarily driven by double-digit volume increases in key product lines.
Operating Profit Increases
The underlying operating result (EBITu) surged by 12.6%, totaling EUR 109.7 million, up from EUR 97.5 million in the first half of 2024. EBITDAu also saw an 11.7% rise, reaching EUR 129.3 million.
Net Income Boost
Net income increased by 10.1% to EUR 79.4 million, up from EUR 72.1 million in the previous year. The underlying net result saw a 12.3% growth, reflecting the company’s efficient cost management and revenue enhancement strategies.
Investments and Equity
Equity grew by 10.3% to EUR 766.1 million, while investments surged by 34.3% to EUR 56.996 million. This significant increase in investments underscores Lotus Bakeries NV’s commitment to expanding its production capabilities and market reach.
Financial Stability
Net financial debt remained stable with a slight decrease of 0.2%, totaling EUR 149.8 million compared to EUR 150.1 million at the end of June 2024. This stability highlights the company’s strong financial management and resilience.
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