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Maybank Boosts Robinsons Retail Profit Estimates A Bright Outlook Ahead

As we gaze into the future of 2025, Maybank Investment Banking Group has significantly raised its net income estimates for Robinsons Retail Holdings Inc., led by the Gokongwei family. This optimistic outlook is largely driven by the retailer's impressive performance in 2024, with core net income reaching P6.3 billion - a 12% year-on-year growth.

In this blog post, we'll examine the factors contributing to Maybank's bullish forecast and what it means for investors. We'll also explore the key drivers of Robinsons Retail's success, including its robust food segment and e-commerce platform.

Robinsons Retail's Stellar Performance in 2024

Maybank attributes Robinsons Retail's impressive performance in 2024 to positive holiday-driven spending, particularly in supermarket, department, and specialty stores. This trend is expected to continue, with same-store sales growth (SSSG) forecasted at 2-4% for this year.

Uncle John's Resilient Recovery

The food segment, specifically Uncle John's, saw a remarkable recovery in the fourth quarter of 2024, with SSSG clocking in at 4.4%. This was driven by a 5.1% increase in transaction count, indicating a strong demand for Uncle John's products.

Private Labels and E-commerce Key Growth Drivers

Private labels accounted for 7.2% of total sales, while GrowSari generated 10% of supermarket sales. The growth potential of these initiatives is undeniable, with e-commerce platforms expected to continue driving revenue growth.

A Bright Future Ahead Maybank's 2025 Outlook

Maybank's 2025 net income growth projection for Robinsons Retail is underpinned by revenue growth of 3.7%, driven by 80 new store additions and SSSG at 2%. Gross product margin (GPM) is expected to remain flat at 24.2%, while transaction count will continue to drive SSSG over ticket size increase.

A Priority for Engineers Enhancing the Customer Experience

As we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that Robinsons Retail's e-commerce platform and private labels will be key drivers of growth. For engineers, this presents a unique opportunity to develop innovative solutions that enhance the customer experience and drive business outcomes.

In conclusion, Maybank's hike in Robinsons Retail's profit estimates is a testament to the company's strong performance in 2024. As we look ahead to 2025, it's clear that e-commerce, private labels, and same-store sales growth will be key drivers of growth for this retail powerhouse.

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