Unilever Indonesia posts 7.4% rise in third-quarter sales
Sales reached Rp8.9 trillion, while the company reported a fifth consecutive quarter of volume growth.
PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk reported third-quarter sales of Rp8.9 trillion, up 7.4% from a year earlier, supported by underlying volume growth of 6.4%. Sales for the first nine months of 2026 rose 7.2% to Rp25.8 trillion.
The company said net profit from continuing operations increased 10.6%, outpacing sales growth despite continuing inflationary pressures. It attributed the performance to growth across business units and sales channels, stronger execution and disciplined investment in its priorities.
In a statement dated 22 October 2026, president director Benjie Yap said volumes had grown for five consecutive quarters. Unilever Indonesia reported sales growth of 4.3% in 2025, compared with 7.2% for the first nine months of 2026.
The company's priorities include strengthening its brands, expanding its premium portfolio and building its digital business. It said it was developing social media marketing, livestreaming and affiliate partnerships. Yap also said the company had expanded direct distribution coverage and worked to improve customer service and in-store execution.
Yap said Unilever Indonesia would maintain its focus on volume-led growth, with measured margin improvement in 2026. He expected inflationary pressure on commodities linked to the Middle East to persist into 2027, and said the company would respond through pricing adjustments, efficiencies and disciplined investment. He also said further information about the Foods business would be provided before the end of the year.
