Bonduelle - 2024-2025 Annual Sales: The Bonduelle Group reports growth in Quarter 4 and confirms its annual profitability objective

Core Insights - The Bonduelle Group reported a slight decline in sales for FY 2024-2025, with total sales amounting to 2,203.8 million euros, reflecting a -0.8% change on a like-for-like basis and -0.9% on reported figures compared to FY 2023-2024 [3][22] - The company confirmed its objective of stable recurring operating income, supported by recovery in North American activities and strict cost control measures [5][18] Sales Performance - Sales for Quarter 4 of FY 2024-2025 showed a +0.2% increase on a like-for-like basis, while reported figures decreased by -0.2% [4] - The Europe Zone, accounting for 61.5% of business activity, experienced a decline of -3.9% on reported figures and -4.1% on a like-for-like basis [9] - The Non-Europe Zone, representing 38.5% of business activity, increased by +4.9% on a like-for-like basis and +4.4% on reported figures [12] Segment Analysis - Canned segment sales decreased by -4.4% to 1,070.5 million euros, while the frozen segment saw a -1.6% decline [7] - Fresh processed activities posted a +4.4% increase in sales, driven by strong performance in the prepared segment in France [11] Geographical Insights - North America returned to growth with +4.8% on a like-for-like basis, driven by the success of complete meal solutions [13] - The Eurasia region and Mercosur showed a +5.5% increase on a like-for-like basis, highlighting their role as growth drivers [14] Strategic Developments - The Bonduelle Group confirmed the sale of its packaged salad business in France, effective July 17, 2025, to the LSDH Group, which will continue using the Bonduelle brand under a licensing agreement [15][16] - The divested packaged salad business represented approximately 3.5% of the group's turnover, or 80 million euros for FY 2024-2025 [17]