- CCU’s net income in the fourth quarter was CLP 74.15 billion, showing a 78% increase from the previous year, exceeding the estimated CLP 59 billion.
- Fourth-quarter sales reached CLP 968.08 billion, a 69% rise year-over-year, surpassing the expected CLP 833.67 billion.
- The company’s volume grew by 15.9% during the fourth quarter.
- Fourth-quarter EBITDA was CLP 182.62 billion, up 65% y/y, better than the estimated CLP 143.9 billion.
- The EBITDA margin for the fourth quarter stood at 18.9%.
- For the year 2024, net income was CLP 160.94 billion, a 52% increase compared to the previous year, above the estimate of CLP 140.38 billion.
- EBITDA gain in the second half of 2024 was 27.7%, primarily driven by strong performance across all segments in the fourth quarter.
- Challenges in 2024 included a contraction in Argentina’s beer and water markets, modest growth in Chile, and cost pressures from local currency fluctuations against the USD.
- The stock ratings included 5 buys, 4 holds, and 3 sells.
A look at Cia Cervecerias Unidas SA Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 2 | |
| Dividend | 3 | |
| Growth | 3 | |
| Resilience | 3 | |
| Momentum | 5 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 3.2 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Compania Cervecerias Unidas S.A.’s long-term outlook, as indicated by Smartkarma Smart Scores, shows promising signs. The company received a high score in Momentum, reflecting strong performance and positive market sentiment which could bode well for its future growth. With moderate scores in Value, Dividend, Growth, and Resilience, the company appears to have a stable foundation for sustainability and profitability in the long run.
Compania Cervecerias Unidas S.A., known for brewing beer and producing non-alcoholic beverages in Chile and Argentina, has a diversified product portfolio including soft drinks, wine, bottled water, and juices. Operating plants in both countries, the company has established a strong presence in the beverage industry, which combined with its solid Smart Score in Momentum, suggests potential for continued success in the coming years.
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