UAC Records N343.4bn Revenue Surge On Successful Acquisition Of CHI

UAC of Nigeria Plc has announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2025.

The firm recorded a 74 per cent increase in revenue to N343.4 billion, following the successful completion of its transformational acquisition of CHI Limited alongside continued contributions from the Group’s core operating businesses.

The 2025 financial year marked a strategic inflexion point for the Group, characterised by significant scale expansion, entry into large consumer growth categories, and strong underlying earnings momentum, albeit alongside N21.2 billion in one-off acquisition-related costs. Excluding these non-recurring costs, underlying profit before tax rose by 76 per cent year-on-year to N28.7 billion, underscoring the strength of the Group’s core operating performance.

In the fourth quarter alone, the inclusion of three months’ performance from CHI Limited drove a 62 per cent year-on-year increase in revenue to N183.8 billion, providing early evidence of the earnings potential of the expanded portfolio.

Operating profit stood at N8.2 billion, down from N12.2 billion in Q4 2024, reflecting the impact of one-off transaction costs related to the acquisition of CHI Limited.

Excluding these one-off costs, operating profit surged to N20.3 billion, representing a 66 per cent year-on-year increase.

The acquisition of CHI Limited has significantly broadened UAC’s operating base, adding leading consumer brands such as Chivita, Hollandia, and Capri-Sun, while SuperBite and Beefie have further strengthened the Group’s snacks portfolio. The transaction has also deepened leadership and operational capacity across the Group.

Speaking on the results, group managing director, UACN, Fola Aiyesimoju, said, “2025 was a pivotal year for UAC. The completion of the acquisition of C.H.I. Limited significantly increased the scale of our Group, with revenue reaching N343 billion, a 74 per cent increase compared to 2024.

“While Group profitability was impacted by N21 billion one-off acquisition costs, our underlying performance was strong, with profit before exceptional items rising by 76 per cent to N29 billion, from N16 billion in 2024. With the acquisition completed, our focus is on executing our value creation plan, prioritising margin recovery and working capital optimisation, to deliver stakeholder value consistent with our growth strategy.”

Segment performance reflected a mix of consolidation gains and macroeconomic headwinds. The Packaged Food and Beverages segment emerged as the Group’s largest contributor following the inclusion of CHI Limited, delivering N204.5 billion in full-year revenue.

The Paints segment also delivered another year of steady growth, supported by increased demand for premium products and improved product mix.

In the Edibles and Feeds segment, operating conditions remained challenging due to declining agricultural commodity prices. During the fourth quarter, the segment recognised an inventory write-down of N4.1 billion to net realisable value, a prudent measure that strengthens balance sheet resilience and supports improved margin performance going forward.

Beyond its operating subsidiaries, UAC also benefited from improved contributions from associate companies, supported by sales of non-core property assets at MDS Logistics Limited.

Looking ahead, UACN stated that it entered 2026 with a strengthened portfolio, improved earnings base, and a clear execution agenda, positioning the Group to unlock value from its expanded portfolio and deliver consistent long-term shareholder value.