Dutch Lady Growth
Dutch Lady Milk Industries Berhad (DLMI) reported a solid Q4 FY2025 performance, with revenue rising 3.0% to RM376.8 million, supported by higher sales volumes in its core liquid milk portfolio, continued expansion in the HORECA segment, and contributions from newly launched products.
For the full year ended 31 December 2025, DLMI achieved revenue of RM1.5 billion, representing 3.8% growth, reflecting resilient consumer demand across retail and food service channels. Operating profit for the quarter increased 8.9% to RM46.7 million, while profit before tax rose 6.9% to RM44.3 million.
Profit after tax for Q4 stood at RM22.8 million, compared with RM30.7 million in Q4 2024, primarily due to higher tax expenses linked to previously unrecognised temporary timing differences.
DLMI Managing Director, Veronika Utami, said, “Surpassing the RM1.5 billion revenue milestone reflects the enduring strength of our brands and the trust Malaysians have placed in them for generations. Our core liquid milk portfolio continues to perform strongly, supported by growth in the professional channel and disciplined execution across our business”.
Looking ahead, DLMI remains cautiously optimistic, citing steady demand for dairy nutrition, ongoing product innovation including Dutch Lady Omega 3*6, and operational improvements following the transition to its IR4.0 manufacturing facility and Distribution Centre in Bandar Enstek.
EPB Profit Surges
EPB Group Berhad reported a strong FY2025 performance, with profit after tax (PAT) rising 40.35% year-on-year to RM13.74 million, supported by higher machinery sales and a reversal of deferred tax liabilities. Full-year revenue grew 14.64% to RM120.96 million, driven primarily by its core food processing and packaging machinery solutions segment.
In the fourth quarter ended 31 December 2025 (Q4 FY2025), revenue increased 17.47% YoY to RM32.69 million, with the machinery solutions division expanding 45.10% YoY on stronger deliveries to customers in the Philippines and Indonesia. On a sequential basis, PAT rose 30.67% quarter-on-quarter to RM4.82 million, reflecting improved earnings momentum.
Yeoh Chee Min, Managing Director of EPB Group Berhad, commented, “FY2025 reflects the resilience and scalability of our core machinery solutions segment. While quarterly margins experienced fluctuations due to delivery timing and cost movements, our full-year performance demonstrates sustained demand across ASEAN markets and the effectiveness of our regional expansion strategy. The strong uplift in PAT underscores our disciplined execution and improved earnings quality.”
As at 31 January 2026, EPB’s order book stood at RM81.53 million, with the majority expected to be fulfilled in FY2026. During the year, the Group expanded its regional presence through new subsidiaries in the Philippines and Hong Kong.
Looking ahead, EPB said it remains cautiously optimistic, citing continued ASEAN growth, supportive Malaysian economic conditions, and the upcoming completion of its new Penang factory in H1 2026, funded partly by IPO proceeds aimed at capacity expansion and automation upgrades.
Samaiden Profit Jumps
Samaiden Group Berhad reported a strong Q2 FY2026 performance for the quarter ended 31 December 2025, with revenue rising 28.4% quarter-on-quarter to RM102.79 million, driven by accelerated construction activities and higher progress billings from utility-scale solar projects.
Profit Before Tax increased 64.9% to RM10.82 million, while Profit After Tax surged 90.5% to RM9.03 million, reflecting improved project execution and contributions from projects with healthier margins.
Datuk Ir. Chow Pui Hee, Group Managing Director of Samaiden, said, “This quarter’s improvement reflects stronger on-site execution and steady progress across our key projects. Higher construction activities supported increased revenue recognition during the quarter, while contributions from projects with healthier margin profiles lifted overall profitability.
Despite the recent increase in solar panel prices, the impact on the Company has remained minimal, supported by early procurement planning, sourcing strategies and disciplined cost management, allowing projects remain on track. We remain focused on maintaining operational discipline while executing our growing pipeline of RE projects.”
Malaysia’s renewable energy sector continues to benefit from supportive policy frameworks, including CRESS, FiT 3.0 and Solar ATAP. As at 31 December 2025, Samaiden’s order book stood at RM600.5 million, underpinned by projects across CRESS, LSS5+, the Corporate Green Power Programme and rooftop solar initiatives.
Master Tec Records
Master Tec Group Berhad posted a record Q4 FY2025 performance, with quarterly revenue rising 29.1% year-on-year to RM124.52 million, driven by continued strength in its core manufacturing operations. Gross profit more than doubled to RM20.39 million, while profit before tax (PBT) surged 124.6% to RM15.33 million.
The manufacturing segment remained the primary growth driver, expanding 49.8% YoY. Aluminium-cored low-voltage (LV) cable sales climbed sharply, alongside steady growth in copper-cored LV cables, reflecting strong demand from utilities, infrastructure and industrial projects.
For the full year FY2025, Group revenue increased 28.2% to RM415.41 million, while PBT grew 35.9% to RM37.68 million. Profit after tax (PAT) rose to RM27.98 million, supported by higher production volumes and improved operational efficiency.
Tee Kok Hwa, Executive Director of Master Tec Group commented, “FY2025 marks a transformational year for Master Tec. Our strong revenue and PBT growth reflect the scalability of our manufacturing platform and the increasing market acceptance of our aluminium-cored LV cables. As we progress into medium-voltage cable production and enhance our engineering capabilities through MTE and Sediacom, we are positioning the Group to capture higher-value infrastructure and energy transition projects.”
The Board declared a second interim dividend of 0.99 sen per share, payable on 17 March 2026. Looking ahead, the Group expects to benefit from sustained infrastructure spending and ongoing investments in medium-voltage cable production and capacity expansion.
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