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Agthia Group's Impressive Results for Q1 2026

Agthia Group PJSC, a leading player in the food and beverage sector in the region, has reported a robust first quarter for 2026, showcasing a notable 12.5% increase in net income. The company’s strong performance can largely be attributed to effective execution across its diversified portfolio and its ability to maintain operational continuity in the face of external challenges.

In its recent announcement, Agthia highlighted several key indicators of its success. The group’s net revenues surged by 3.3% year-on-year, reaching AED 1.3 billion, while EBITDA increased by 4.1% to AED 193.3 million. This upward trend reflects the company’s rigorous execution, improved profitability, and enhanced operational efficiency across its major businesses.

Key Commentary from Leadership

Khalifa Sultan Al Suwaidi, Chairman of the Board of Agthia, commented, "The results from the first quarter reaffirm the importance of resilience, discipline, and long-term perspective in navigating a more complex operational landscape. Agthia's performance highlights the strength of our foundational principles and our relevance in supporting the broader food security agenda."

Salmeen Alameri, CEO of Agthia Group, added, "Our performance in Q1 demonstrates disciplined execution across the company, the strength of our diversified portfolio, and the commitment of our teams. In a challenging regional context, we responded swiftly to maintain uninterrupted supply and executed our operations with focus and consistency. Furthermore, ongoing transformation initiatives are beginning to translate more clearly into performance, supporting operational efficiency and profitability enhancements. We remain steadfast in our long-term priorities while confidently reinforcing Agthia’s position as a market leader in the food and beverage sector."

Segment Performance

The Water and Food segment continued to be a key growth driver for Agthia during the quarter, supported by strong bottled water performance in the UAE and home and office services. The Protein and Frozen Foods segment also showed promising advancements, bolstered by ongoing transformation efforts and the ramp-up of the group’s protein plant in Saudi Arabia, with Phase II now operational and increasing capacity.

Meanwhile, the Agro-industrial segment contributed positively, demonstrating strong underlying results along with participation in UAE-related food security programs. The Snacks segment is undergoing restructuring with a focus on strengthening future growth and margin potential.

Additionally, the group reported a significant 22.5% increase in e-commerce revenue, now representing 7.2% of underlying income. This shift highlights Agthia's commitment to adapting its operational strategies towards the digital marketplace.

About Agthia Group

Agthia Group PJSC is a leading food and beverage company based in Abu Dhabi and part of ADQ. The group boasts a diversified portfolio of over 20 recognized brands across water, food products, snacks, proteins and frozen goods, and agribusiness segments while operating in seven countries and serving consumers in over 60 global markets. With a workforce surpassing 12,000 employees, Agthia integrates scale, strong operational capabilities, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability to generate long-term value throughout the food and beverage supply chain.

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