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FEMSA Completes the Divestiture of Logistics Operations to Grupo Traxion
ZACKS· 2025-07-02 16:41
Core Insights - FEMSA has completed the divestiture of a significant portion of its logistics operations under the Solistica brand to Grupo Traxión for 4,040 million Mexican pesos, marking a strategic realignment in its portfolio [1][8] - The transaction includes FEMSA's transportation management and contract logistics operations in Mexico, Colombia, and Brazil, excluding its less-than-truckload operations in Brazil [2][8] - This divestiture aligns with FEMSA's long-term goals of portfolio optimization and enhancing its focus on high-margin retail and beverage operations [3][4] FEMSA Forward Strategy - The divestiture is part of the FEMSA Forward strategy initiated in early 2023, aimed at driving long-term value across core business units while exploring alternatives for non-core assets [4] - FEMSA has streamlined its portfolio by reducing its stake in Heineken, merging Envoy Solutions with BradyIFS, and selling its refrigeration and food service equipment businesses [4] - The restructuring allows FEMSA to redeploy capital towards high-growth areas, particularly in its Retail division, including the expansion of its OXXO convenience store network [5] Digital and Fintech Growth - FEMSA is scaling its digital and fintech platforms, with its digital wallet, Spin by OXXO, and loyalty program, Spin Premia, achieving 13.8 million and 55.7 million active users, respectively [6] - Spin by OXXO has been fully authorized as a fintech in Mexico, positioning FEMSA to enhance customer engagement and cross-platform synergies [6] Challenges and Market Conditions - Despite strategic progress, FEMSA faces challenges such as soft consumer demand in Mexico, leading to declining store traffic and margin compression in its Proximity Americas segment [7] - Broader cost pressures from inflation and rising labor expenses are impacting profitability across key divisions, including Proximity Europe and Coca-Cola FEMSA [7] - Increasing competitive intensity and reliance on Coca-Cola trademark products pose risks to sustainable margin expansion and earnings visibility [7]
FEMSA completes divestiture of certain of its logistics operations to TRAXIÓN
Globenewswire· 2025-07-01 21:24
MONTERREY, Mexico, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (“FEMSA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FMX; BMV: FEMSAUBD, FEMSAUB) announced today the closing of its divestiture, previously disclosed on October 10, 2024, of certain of its logistics operations doing business as Solistica, to Grupo Traxión, S.A.B. de C.V. (BMV: TRAXIONA), a leading transportation and logistics company based in Mexico. The transaction includes FEMSA’s transportation management operations in Mexico, ...
FMX Boosts Share Repurchase Plan, Progresses Well on Forward Strategy
ZACKS· 2025-05-20 18:56
Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FMX) , alias FEMSA, is focused on its Forward Strategy, which emphasizes the long-term value creation of its core businesses. FEMSA's capital allocation strategy revolves around key principles aimed at maximizing shareholder value while maintaining prudent financial management. In the latest move, the company entered into an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement with a financial organization in the United States to buy back its shares via the acquisition of ...
FEMSA Announces Accelerated Share Repurchase Agreement
Globenewswire· 2025-05-19 11:15
Core Viewpoint - FEMSA has entered into an accelerated share repurchase (ASR) agreement to repurchase $250 million of its American Depositary Shares (ADS) to enhance capital returns to shareholders [1][2]. Group 1: ASR Agreement Details - The ASR agreement involves an initial delivery of 483,559 ADSs on May 20, 2025 [1]. - The total number of shares repurchased will depend on the daily volume-weighted average price of the ADS during the agreement term, minus a discount [2]. - The final settlement of the ASR is expected to be completed by the third quarter of 2025 [2]. Group 2: Company Overview - FEMSA operates in the retail industry through its Proximity Americas Division, which includes the OXXO small-format store chain, and Proximity Europe, which operates Valora [3]. - The company also has a Health Division that includes drugstores and digital financial services initiatives [3]. - In the beverage sector, FEMSA is the largest franchise bottler of Coca-Cola products globally by volume [3]. - FEMSA employs over 392,000 people across 18 countries and is recognized in various sustainability and ESG indexes [3].
FEMSA Files 2024 SEC Annual Report
Globenewswire· 2025-04-30 20:31
MONTERREY, Mexico, April 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fomento Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (“FEMSA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FMX; BMV: FEMSAUBD, FEMSAUB) has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) followed by its annual report, for the same period, with the Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores (Mexican Banking and Securities Commission) and the Bolsa Mexicana de Valores (Mexican Stock Exchange). ...
FEMSA Earnings Fall Short of Estimates in Q1, Segmental Revenues Aid
ZACKS· 2025-04-29 12:55
Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FMX) , alias FEMSA, reported first-quarter 2025 net majority earnings per ADS of 79 cents (Ps. 1.62 per FEMSA unit). The company posted adjusted net majority earnings per ADS of 45 cents, down from 47 cents in the year-ago quarter and missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate 52 cents.Net consolidated income was Ps. 8,943 million (US$437.1 million), reflecting growth of 54.3% from the year-ago quarter.Total revenues were US$9.58 billion (Ps. 195,820 million), which impro ...
FEMSA Announces First Quarter 2025 Results
Globenewswire· 2025-04-28 12:50
Core Insights - FEMSA reported a total revenue growth of 11.1% and an increase in income from operations by 4.9% for the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024 [5] - The company faced challenges in the Proximity Americas segment, with total revenues growing by 6.8% but income from operations decreasing by 11.8% [5] - Coca-Cola FEMSA achieved a revenue growth of 10.0% and an income from operations increase of 7.4% compared to the first quarter of 2024 [5] Financial Performance - Total revenues for FEMSA reached a growth of 11.1% in Q1 2025 [5] - Gross profit increased by 15.8% in the same period [2] - Income from operations rose by 4.9% compared to Q1 2024 [5] Segment Analysis - Proximity Americas experienced a revenue growth of 6.8% but faced a significant decline in income from operations by 11.8% [2][5] - Proximity Europe saw a revenue increase of 18.0% but a decline in income from operations by 14.6% [2] - The Health segment reported a revenue growth of 21.0% and a substantial increase in income from operations by 27.4% [2] - The Fuel segment had a modest revenue growth of 1.8% but faced a decline in income from operations by 13.9% [2] User Engagement - Spin by OXXO had 8.9 million active users, representing a growth of 20.9% compared to Q1 2024 [5] - Spin Premia recorded 25.2 million active loyalty users, reflecting a growth of 15.9% compared to the same period last year [5] - The average tender for Spin Premia increased to 42.5% from 35.1% in Q1 2024 [5] Management Commentary - The CEO highlighted the company's ability to navigate a challenging environment, particularly in Mexico, leveraging a geographically diversified business platform [3] - The company anticipates a recovery in its Mexico business as the year progresses, projecting momentum in the second half of 2025 [6] - Management expressed confidence in the initiatives being implemented to drive revenues and lower costs [7]
FEMSA(FMX) - 2025 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2025-04-28 12:37
1Q 2025 Results April 28, 2025 Investor Contact (52) 818-328-6167 investor@femsa.com.mx femsa.gcs-web.com Media Contact (52) 555-249-6843 comunicacion@femsa.com.mx femsa.com Exhibit 99.1 April 28, 2025 | Page 1 HIGHLIGHTS Monterrey, Mexico, April 28, 2025 — Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. ("FEMSA") (NYSE: FMX; BMV: FEMSAUBD, FEMSAUB) announced today its operational and financial results for the first quarter of 2025. Financial Summary for the First Quarter 2025 José Antonio Fernandez Carbajal, FE ...
FEMSA(FMX) - 2024 Q4 - Annual Report
2025-04-24 20:39
Table of Contents As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 24, 2025 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 20-F ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 Commission file number 001-35934 Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Mexican Economic Development, Inc. (Translation of registrant's name into English ...
FEMSA Stock Shoots Up 24% YTD: Time to Buy or Pause for Thought?
ZACKS· 2025-04-23 14:05
Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FMX) , alias FEMSA, shares have rallied 24.3% in the year-to-date period. With this rise, FMX shares have outperformed the broader industry and the Consumer Staples sector’s growth of 10.7% and 5.7%, respectively. The company’s shares have also surpassed the S&P 500’s decline of 12.6% in the same period.FMX’s YTD Stock Performance Image Source: Zacks Investment Research At the current price of $106.23, the FMX stock trades at a 13.7% discount to its 52-week high of ...