East African Breweries Plc (EABL) has announced its unaudited financial results for the six months ended 31st December 2025, delivering one of its strongest half-year performances in recent years.
The reporting period was marked by encouraging macroeconomic recovery across the region. Inflationary pressures eased in most markets, interest rates began to trend downwards, and currencies stabilised or strengthened, supporting improved consumer sentiment and business confidence. While household disposable incomes remained under pressure and input costs stayed elevated, the overall operating environment showed signs of recovery.
Net revenue grew by 11% to Ksh 75.5 billion, supported by strong volume growth of 8% and effective revenue management. Profit After Tax increased by 38% to Ksh11.2 billion, underpinned by disciplined cost control, margin expansion, and reduced financing costs. EABL also strengthened the balance sheet, with total debt reducing by Ksh2.3 billion.
“Despite ongoing pressures on consumers, our teams executed with agility and precision across our markets, reflecting the strength of our brands, the relevance of our portfolio, and the clarity of our strategy,” said Ms Jane Karuku, Group Managing Director and CEO of EABL.
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In line with its commitment to delivering shareholder value, the Board of Directors recommended an interim dividend of Ksh 4.00 per share. This represents an increase of Ksh 1.50 per share over the prior year, reflecting confidence in the Group’s performance and outlook.
Ms Karuku continued to advance its strategic priorities during the period, with sustained investment in innovation, commercial execution, digital capability, and sustainability. These initiatives are strengthening its ability to respond to evolving consumer preferences while building long-term resilience.
“Global and regional trends are increasingly working in our favour,” she said. “Consumers are gravitating towards trusted brands, local relevance, and quality experiences, while East Africa’s youthful demographics and accelerating digital adoption continue to unlock new growth opportunities, enabling us not only to respond to change, but to shape it.”
With regard to the proposed EABL-ASAHI transaction, on 17th December 2025, Diageo announced the sale of its shareholding in EABL to Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. Subject to regulatory approvals, completion is expected in the second half of calendar year 2026. The Group continues to engage with all stakeholders and remains confident that the transaction will further strengthen the business and support long-term value creation.
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