Nestlé S.A.
Financial Performance
Nestlé Revenue & Financials
Revenue
~$107.9B (FY2025)
Market Cap
$295.1B
Net Income
~$10.8B
Employees
270,000
What is Nestlé's revenue?
Nestlé had ~$107.9B in revenue for fiscal year 2025, down 2% from 2024. Net income was ~$10.8B.
- Latest revenue
- ~$107.9B (FY2025)
- Year-over-year
- -2%
- Growth rate (CAGR)
- 0% over 8 years
- Peak revenue
- ~$113.7B (FY2022)
- Years of data
- 9
- Employees
- 270,000
- How much profit does Nestlé make?
- Nestlé reported net income of ~$10.8B for fiscal year 2025. stockanalysis.com
- How many employees does Nestlé have?
- Nestlé has about 270,000 employees.
Financial Analysis
Nestlé's sales have shrunk in Swiss franc terms since 2022, from ~$113 billion (CHF 94.4 billion) to ~$107 billion (CHF 89.5 billion) in 2025, largely because of a strong franc and disposals, even as organic growth stayed positive (3.5% in 2025). Net profit fell to ~$10.8 billion (CHF 9.0 billion) in 2025 and the underlying trading operating profit (UTOP) margin was 16.1%, while free cash flow reached ~$11 billion (CHF 9.2 billion). In the first half of 2026, sales were ~$51.7 billion (CHF 43.1 billion) with 3.6% organic growth and 1.5% real internal growth (RIG). Net profit dropped 31.4% to ~$4.2 billion (CHF 3.5 billion), but the UTOP margin recovered to 16.4% and free cash flow rose to ~$4.08 billion (CHF 3.4 billion). Nestlé S.A. is the absolute largest food and beverage company in the world, commanding a monumental market valuation generally exceeding $280 billion.
Revenue Trend Analysis
YoY Change
-2%
8-Year CAGR
+0%
Peak Year
2022
Trend
Mostly Growing
Nestlé S.A. has 9 full fiscal year figures on this page, compounding at +0% annually over 8 years. The most recent year saw a 2% decline versus the prior year. Annual revenue peaked in fiscal year 2022 at ~$113.7B. Of 8 comparable year-over-year steps, 4 showed growth and 4 showed a decline.
Annual revenue history
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Nestlé Revenue and Financial FAQ
What was Nestlé's annual consolidated sales and net profit in recent fiscal years?
Nestlé generates between 91 billion and 94+ billion CHF in annual consolidated net sales, delivering an underlying trading operating profit (UTOP) of approximately 16 billion to 17+ billion CHF and net profit of 11 billion to 12+ billion CHF.
What is Nestlé's Underlying Trading Operating Profit (UTOP) margin?
Nestlé consistently delivers an Underlying Trading Operating Profit (UTOP) margin of 17.0% to 17.5%, maintained through structural procurement efficiency, SKU rationalization, and premium brand mix.
What is the organic sales growth rate of Nestlé across economic cycles?
Nestlé targets long-term sustainable organic sales growth of 4% to 6% per annum, composed of real internal growth (volume and product mix) and disciplined pricing adjustments to offset commodity inflation.
How much free cash flow does Nestlé generate annually?
Nestlé generates strong annual free cash flow typically ranging between 9 billion and 11+ billion Swiss Francs, providing ample liquidity for organic capital expenditure, research and development, and shareholder capital returns.
What is the value and significance of Nestlé's equity stake in L'Oréal?
Nestlé holds an approximate 20% equity stake in French cosmetics giant L'Oréal worth tens of billions of euros, which contributes substantial annual dividend income (typically exceeding ~$904M (€800M)+ per year) and acts as a valuable balance sheet liquidity reserve.
How much does Nestlé spend annually on Research and Development (R&D)?
Nestlé invests approximately 1.7 billion Swiss Francs ($1.9B+ USD) annually in R&D, operating a global network of 23 R&D centers and the Nestlé Institute of Health Sciences to develop nutritional science, sustainable packaging, and plant-based proteins.
What is Nestlé's dividend payment track record and dividend aristocrat status?
Nestlé is one of Europe's premier dividend aristocrats, having maintained or increased its dividend per share in Swiss Francs for over 60 consecutive years, paying out approximately 60% to 70% of underlying earnings to shareholders.
What is Nestlé's credit rating and debt maturity profile?
Nestlé maintains top-tier investment-grade credit ratings (such as 'AA-' from S&P and 'Aa3' from Moody's), allowing it to issue multi-currency corporate bonds and commercial paper at exceptionally low financing rates.
Why is Nestlé considered one of the world's premier defensive stocks?
Nestlé sells everyday consumer essentials across 190 countries, allowing it to generate steady, non-cyclical cash flows in all economic environments. Nestlé has maintained or increased its dividend payout for more than six consecutive decades, maintaining an elite fortress balance sheet and high return on invested capital (ROIC).
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