Strong Financial Performance
Givaudan recorded sales of CHF 3.864 billion, an increase of 6.3% on a like-for-like basis. The comparable EBITDA margin reached a record 25.2%, up from 24.8% in 2024.
Fragrance & Beauty Segment Growth
Fragrance & Beauty sales increased by 8.6% on a like-for-like basis, with Fine Fragrances showing an impressive growth momentum at 18%.
Taste & Wellbeing Division Performance
Sales for Taste & Wellbeing amounted to CHF 1.909 billion, up 4.1% on a like-for-like basis, with SAMEA showing a growth of 12.7%.
Innovation and Sustainability
Key innovations include Myromi, an AI tool for fragrance creation, and Everzure Galdieria, a sustainable color solution approved by the FDA.
Debt Management
Net debt to EBITDA ratio improved to 2.5x, with a weighted average interest rate of 1.9%.