M.P. EVANS GROUP

M.P. Evans reported a gross profit of just under USD 79m (+25%) for the first half of 2026, revenue up 9% and EPS of 86.5p (+21%). Crude palm oil production rose 11%, own harvests by 14%, gross margin improved to around 40% and the company is debt‑free with USD 113.5m in cash. The interim dividend was increased by 39% to 25p; management expects further production growth and is investing in newly acquired land. The share price jumped about 6%, is near its 52‑week high, but InvestingPro considers it to be trading above its fair value (P/E 12.4). » Plus sur de.investing.com

M.P. Evans reports record profits for 2025, a debt-free balance sheet and a net cash position of $87.5m after full repayment of liabilities. Revenue rose to $371.0m, earnings per share climbed 24% to 161.3p and the regular dividend was raised 14% to 60.0p. Operationally, harvest volumes improved (+7%), yield per hectare and the CPO extraction rate increased; the share of group-owned fruit rose to 66% and certified sustainable CPO to 76%. For 2026 the company reports a strong start to the year, is reducing purchases of independent fruit and is reviewing acquisitions and the construction of a seventh mill to expand capacity. » Plus sur de.investing.com