Almarai Q2 Revenue Rises 11% To 5.87 Billion Riyals Despite Cost Pressures
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RIYADH, July 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) - Almarai Company reported an 11% year-on-year rise in second-quarter revenue to 5.87 billion Saudi riyals, driven by demand across poultry and dairy, strategic expansion and supply chain resilience, according to a company announcement.
Almarai, listed on the Saudi Exchange under ticker 2280, is the world’s largest vertically integrated dairy company and the largest food and beverage manufacturing and distribution company in the Middle East and North Africa.
Revenue for the first half of 2026 reached 12.03 billion riyals, up 9% compared with H1 2025.
Second-quarter net profit reached 635.7 million riyals, supported by topline growth and portfolio expansion.
The results reflected Almarai’s resilient business model, supply chain and large logistics network despite cost pressures, shipping disruptions and regional challenges.
Operational efficiency initiatives, service-level improvements and a stronger sales mix contributed to the quarterly performance.
The company also benefited from strong demand and higher sales volumes across key markets.
Poultry recorded strong growth in the second quarter, supported by an expanding customer base across markets and continued investment in production capacity and operational efficiency.
Dairy and juice also performed well, supported by increased demand and continued portfolio expansion through innovation and fresh product development.
Bakery delivered stable performance, supported by an improved product mix and continued innovation.
Almarai plans to maintain product development and selective geographic expansion within the bakery category.
Chief Executive Fawaz Al Jasser said: “We remain confident in our strategy and commitment to food security and to strengthening our leadership across target markets, while continuing to innovate, meet evolving consumer expectations, and drive sustainable growth.”
Almarai continues to focus on investment in dairy, poultry and innovation as it seeks sustainable growth, stronger market positioning and long-term value creation.
Source: Almarai