KUALA LUMPUR: Conglomerate DRB-HICOM Bhd posted a higher net profit of RM397.97 million in the financial year ended Dec 31, 2025 (FY2025) compared to RM22.55 million in the previous financial year.
It said in a Bursa Malaysia filing that the improvement was driven by the recognition of a negative goodwill amounting to RM334.42 million arising from the acquisition of CTRM AeroSystems Sdn Bhd, which is reported under the mobility segment.
“Performance was also supported by stronger contributions from the banking and properties segments,” it said.
The company also reported that its revenue rose to RM17.31 billion in FY2025, compared to RM16.19 billion in FY2024, driven by stronger contributions across all business segments.
DRB-HICOM is involved in six core businesses, which are automotive, aerospace and defence, postal, banking, services and properties.
In the fourth quarter (4Q) of FY2025, the company return to the black with a net profit of RM337.36 million, versus a net loss of RM46.62 million in 4Q FY2024, while revenue rose to RM4.57 billion in 4Q FY2025 from RM3.97 billion previously.
On prospects, the conglomerate said it will continues to advance its digitalisation, enhance operational efficiency, and drive performance across all segments, creating a more resilient platform for sustainable growth and future opportunities.
“The completion of the acquisition of CTRM AeroSystems will continue to strengthen the group’s mobility segment and reinforce its position as a Tier-1 supplier in the global aerospace supply chain.
“The group anticipates a moderate outlook for the financial year ending Dec 31, 2026,” it said. – BERNAMA
