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Heineken Malaysia Berhad (HEINEKEN Malaysia) announced its financial results for the second quarter and half-year period ended 30 June 2026. In the second quarter, Group revenue was RM434.7 million, 19% lower year-on-year. Performance reflected subdued consumer demand and ongoing inventory normalisation across the customer and distributor network, which began in the first quarter of 2026. As the Group progresses through this short-term adjustment period, these actions are helping align inventory levels with underlying demand and position the business for long-term growth. Profit before tax and net profit were RM66.6 million and RM50.5 million, respectively, both 39% lower year on year. Lower operating expenses partially mitigated the impact of the reduced revenue base.
For the first half of 2026, Group revenue amounted to RM1.1 billion, 16% below last year. Profit before tax and net profit stood at RM204.2 million and RM155 million respectively, representing a 24% reduction compared to the same period last year. The Board has declared a single-tier interim dividend of 40 sen per stock unit for the financial year ending 31 December 2026, payable on 14 October 2026. The entitlement date for the dividend is 24 September 2026. The total dividend declared for the six months ended 30 June 2026 is 40 sen per stock unit.
Commenting on the results, Martijn van Keulen, Managing Director of HEINEKEN Malaysia, said:
“Amid softer consumer demand and inventory normalisation in the first half of 2026, we remained focused on strengthening the foundations of the business for long-term growth. We continue to advance key EverGreen 2030 priorities, including strengthening execution, advancing digital transformation and preparing for export opportunities. These initiatives ensure that HEINEKEN Malaysia remains agile and future-ready to capture growth opportunities. The Board’s decision to declare an interim dividend reflects our confidence in long-term growth strategy of the business.” he added.
The Group’s export activities are on track to commence in Q3 2026. This development supports the Group’s EverGreen 2030 strategy to optimise supply chain capacity, enhance economies of scale and improve operational efficiency. The Group is planning for production line modernisation, which is expected to strengthen manufacturing capabilities and improve operational and cost efficiency to support future needs. During the period, HEINEKEN Malaysia continued to invest in consumer engagements through a range of activations, including a lifestyle collaboration for Heineken® 0.0, live music experiences through Heineken® House, football-led fan engagement and creative collaboration with a local artist by Tiger Beer, as well as a nationwide consumer activation by Guinness.
Martijn added: “While consumer sentiment and the external operating environment remain challenging, our focus is on responding quickly to evolving demand patterns and executing with discipline across the business. Guided by EverGreen 2030, we continue to closely monitor inventory levels across our customer and distributor network while strengthening execution in the areas within our control. We remain focused on driving productivity, maintaining disciplined cost management and operational execution, while balancing investments that support future growth and strategic priorities. By staying agile and focused on execution, we are positioning the business to capture opportunities as market conditions evolve.”
In the broader context, the brewing industry remains an important contributor to Malaysia’s economy, generating RM7.1 billion annually, contributing RM3.3 billion in tax revenue and supporting over 52,000 jobs according to according to the Economic Impact Assessment conducted by the Confederation of Malaysian Brewers Berhad, in collaboration with the University of Nottingham and the Southeast Asia Public Policy Institute. The Group commends ongoing enforcement against illicit beer and underscores the importance of a stable taxation and non-fiscal policy environment amid ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainty remains critical to supporting legitimate businesses, encouraging investment and sustaining economic contributions.
For more information on HEINEKEN Malaysia, please visit www.heinekenmalaysia.com.
