Mondelez International posts mixed quarter results, as market challenges remain

Mondelez International produced a quarter of mixed results, as its figures for the final quarter of 2025 reveal revenues of $10.4 billion, up by 9.3 per cent, reports Neill Barston.

Dirk Van de Put, Chair and Chief Executive Officer welcomed some positive gains, which came despite ongoing cocoa price volatility and wider supply chain issues that have impacted the wider industry.

This was reflected in its profit margins, with net earnings reported at $669 million for the quarter – down from a figure of $1.74 against the same period the prior year. Overall, net revenue increased were put at 5.8 per cent.

In terms of performance, Europe remained its biggest asset, delivering revenues of $4.3 billion for the quarter, the US, at $27 bn, followed closely by Asia and the Middle East, at $2.07bn.

Van de Put commented: ““We delivered solid top-line results, generated strong cash flow, and returned significant cash to shareholders in a dynamic and challenging 2025 environment. While unprecedented cocoa cost headwinds impacted our profitability, our teams remained focused on what they can control to best position us for sustainable, profitable growth.

 “As 2026 commences, we are executing clear plans to create multi-year shareholder value through improved volumes, brand investments, structural cost savings and disciplined capital allocation coupled with stabilising cocoa costs. We remain convinced that our scale across markets—along with our stable of iconic brands, extensive route-to-market capabilities and supply chain strength—give us fundamental advantages in the years to come.”