Wilmar Q3 Profit Falls 25 Percent

Wilmar International posted a 25 percent drop in third quarter core net profit to $267 million. Weaker margins and rising costs weighed on its segments. The company expects operating challenges to persist.

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WILMAR INTERNATIONAL LTD posted a 25.2% drop in third-quarter core net profit to $267.3 million on Wednesday morning, down from $357.2 million a year earlier. The Singapore-listed agricultural giant faced margin pressure from a sharp rise in commodity prices and global supply disruptions. Wilmar expects tough operating conditions to persist through the remainder of the year despite its diversified business model.

Margin Pressures in Core Segments