Kakuzi Net Profit Falls 15% on Avocado and Tea Pressure
Kakuzi Plc H1 2025 results show revenue up 28.6% to KSh 1.51B but net profit down 14.9% to KSh 295.5M as avocado and tea earnings fell...
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Kakuzi Plc reported a 14.9% drop in net profit to KSh 295.5 million for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, despite a sharp 28.6% increase in revenue to KSh 1.51 billion. The profit decline was primarily due to weaker avocado valuations and lower tea prices, while macadamia and blueberry operations saw improved performance.
- Avocado earnings significantly decreased to KSh 395 million from KSh 951 million.
- Kakuzi Plc Managing Director Chris Flowers noted international avocado markets were well supplied and supply chain challenges were stabilizing.
- The macadamia division’s profit surged to KSh 319 million from KSh 32 million, supported by buoyant global demand.
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Kakuzi Reports KSh 295.5 Million Half-Year Profit Amid Avocado and Tea Pressure - August 2025
Kakuzi Plc reported a net profit of KSh 295.5 million for the half-year ended June 30, 2025, with total revenue climbing to Sh1.51 billion. Despite the 28.6% increase in revenue, the agribusiness firm's net profit dropped by 14.9%. The profit decline was primarily attributed to weaker avocado valuations and lower tea prices. The downturn was offset by strong performances and increased revenues from the company's macadamia and blueberry divisions. These divisions were the primary drivers of growth for the Nairobi Securities Exchange-listed firm during this period.
