JUMBO Group Limited reported profit attributable to shareholders of S$8.7 million for the year ended 30 September 2025, down 36.6% year-on-year, as wage adjustments, a larger workforce and depreciation charges from new leases outweighed steady sales.
Group revenue was broadly unchanged at S$190.3 million, a 0.1% decline from the preceding year, supported by contributions from recently opened outlets that helped offset softer diner traffic and the temporary closure of one outlet in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) for refurbishment.
Total dividends declared for FY2025 amount to 1.25 Singapore cents a share, comprising a proposed final dividend of 0.25 cent and a special dividend of 0.50 cent, on top of the interim payout already distributed.
Singapore remained the main earnings contributor, while PRC operations showed improving momentum in the second half despite an outlet closure and refurbishment works. Incremental revenue from three new stores partially mitigated weaker consumer sentiment across key markets.
Margin pressure stemmed from higher staff costs, increased marketing spend and right-of-use depreciation and interest expenses linked to new outlet, headquarters and central-kitchen leases. These investments, although compressing near-term earnings, are intended to support future scalability and productivity.
To drive longer-term growth, the group is preparing to consolidate its headquarters and central kitchen into a single facility in FY2026. Management expects the integrated site—featuring a seafood market and food hall concept—to enhance production efficiency, logistics and staff training, while broadening brand appeal. Other priorities include menu re-engineering, targeted marketing campaigns in the PRC and continued optimisation of the domestic outlet portfolio.
Executive chairman and group chief executive Ang Kiam Meng said the business showed resilience in a difficult trading environment and reiterated that recent capital investments in outlets, infrastructure and talent are positioning the company for sustainable growth. He added that the group will maintain a disciplined expansion approach, focus on cost control and strengthen operational fundamentals as it navigates an uncertain macroeconomic outlook over the next 12 months.