Annual Net Income Plummets 27% in 2025 Amid Operational Weakness & Accounting Adjustments

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United Breweries Company, Inc. reported a significant decline in its 2025 annual net income and operational results, with basic earnings per share falling to 317.05 Chilean pesos from 435.57 in 2024. The company also recognized a material negative equity impact from the adoption of new accounting standards related to foreign currency exchangeability.

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• Significant Decline in Annual Net Income

  Net income attributable to equity holders of the parent decreased by 27.2% to ThCh$ 117,152,207 in 2025 from ThCh$ 160,944,138 in 2024, with basic earnings per share falling to 317.05 Chilean pesos from 435.57.

• Operational Performance Weakens

  Adjusted Operating Result declined by 15.9% to ThCh$ 220,849,265 in 2025 from ThCh$ 262,701,890 in 2024, reflecting challenges in operational activities, particularly in the International Business segment.

• Material Accounting Standard Impact

  The initial adoption of Amendments to IAS 21 – Lack of exchangeability for subsidiaries in Argentina and Bolivia resulted in a negative equity impact of ThCh$ 61,607,045.

• Cash Position Deterioration

  Cash and cash equivalents decreased significantly to ThCh$ 519,175,929 at year-end 2025 from ThCh$ 707,122,815 in 2024.

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This 6-K filing provides the full audited annual financial results for 2025, confirming and detailing the significant financial and operational challenges previously hinted at in the Q4 report. The substantial decline in net income and adjusted operating results indicates a weakening performance across the company's segments, particularly in International Business. Furthermore, the material negative equity adjustment due to new accounting standards for foreign currency exchangeability highlights the impact of macroeconomic factors on the company's financial position. Investors should note the deteriorating cash position and the overall negative trend in profitability, which could affect future capital allocation and shareholder returns. The change in board leadership, while previously announced, is now finalized with new appointments, providing clarity on governance.