Record fourth-quarter earnings and continued global expansion capped a strong FY25 for Jollibee Group (JFC), as the group scaled its store network and delivered growth across both domestic and international markets.

CEO Ernesto Tanmantiong says steady consumer demand helped drive growth, with consolidated revenue jumping to 9.8 per cent in Q4 and 13 per cent for the year.

“Our strong fourth quarter sales momentum translated into an even more meaningful expansion in operating income, which grew by 41.9 per cent for the quarter; marking our strongest fourth-quarter operating performance in JFC’s history,” said Ernesto Tanmantiong.

Systemwide sales for the full year grew 16.6 per cent, with contributions from both the Philippine and international businesses.

The coffee and tea segment was a key driver, with revenue rising 44.9 per cent, supported by brands such as Highlands Coffee, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf, Milksha, and Compose Coffee.

Vietnam, the company’s largest overseas market by store count, delivered sales growth of 40.4 per cent and same-store sales growth of 23.9 per cent.

Other international markets also recorded gains, including Jollibee in the US, which grew 17.3 per cent, and the EMEAA region, where Philippine brands rose 22.1 per cent.

In the Philippines, sales increased 9.6 per cent, supported by core brands including Jollibee at 10.4 per cent, Chowking at 6.1 per cent, and Mang Inasal at 15.6 per cent.

JFC opened 1126 stores last year, bringing its total footprint to 10,341. 

“As we enter this fiscal year, we remain focused on sustaining profitable growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and creating long-term value for our stakeholders,” Tanmantiong added.

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