LOTTE (004990) Q4 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for 4Q25 was KRW 37,569 billion, nearly flat year-over-year, with full-year revenue down 1.4% to KRW 155,396 billion.

• Operating loss widened in 4Q25 due to raw material cost pressures and one-off expenses, but net loss decreased year-over-year, aided by improved equity method investee performance.

• F&B segment saw revenue growth from global expansion, while retail revenue declined due to store efficiency initiatives.

• Shareholder returns increased, with a higher dividend per share and a 5% treasury stock retirement.

Financial highlights

• 4Q25 consolidated revenue: KRW 37,569 billion (▲0.3% YoY); full-year: KRW 155,396 billion (▲1.4% YoY).

• 4Q25 operating loss: KRW 106 billion (loss widened YoY); full-year operating profit: KRW 239 billion (▲29.7% YoY).

• 4Q25 net loss: KRW 419 billion (loss decreased YoY); full-year net loss: KRW 595 billion (loss decreased YoY).

• F&B segment 4Q25 revenue up 1.9% YoY; retail segment revenue down 8.2% YoY.

• Dividend per share increased to KRW 1,250 (+4.2% YoY); payout ratio 127%.

Outlook and guidance

• Continued focus on enhancing core brand value, optimizing operations, and global expansion in F&B.

• Retail to pursue store efficiency and customer-centric strategies.

• New business investments in biologics, EV charging, secondary battery materials, and metaverse platforms.