On October 30, Yihai Kerry Arawana Holdings Co., Ltd. released its third-quarter financial report for 2025. In the first three quarters, the company achieved operating revenue of RMB 184.27 billion, a year-on-year increase of 5.02%, and net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 2.749 billion, up 92.06% YoY.
In the third quarter alone, revenue reached RMB 68.588 billion, rising 3.96% YoY, while net profit attributable to shareholders soared 196.96% YoY to RMB 993 million. The company attributed the growth to improved performance in both its core business segments—kitchen food products, and feed ingredients and oil technology.
For kitchen food products, increased production capacity from new factories and expanded sales channels drove volume growth. Profit growth was supported by significant improvements in flour and rice operations, as well as a rebound in edible oil prices in Q3. The feed ingredients and oil technology segment benefited from optimized procurement and sales strategies, coupled with strong demand from downstream aquaculture, leading to higher soybean crushing margins.
**Pioneering the Health Food Sector: "Arawana Wellness" Debuts at China International Import Expo (CIIE)** As a leader in the grain and oil industry, Yihai Kerry Arawana has proactively aligned with national strategies such as "Healthy China 2030" and the National Nutrition Plan. The company has invested in functional nutrition research and precision nutrition interventions ahead of industry trends.
In September, a project led by Arawana’s R&D center—collaborating with Southeast University, Qingdao University, Huadong Hospital affiliated with Fudan University, and Peking Union Medical College Hospital—won the top prize at the Chinese Nutrition Society’s Science and Technology Awards. The project, focused on innovations in soy protein and plant sterols, marked a milestone for the industry and highlighted Arawana’s technological leadership in health-focused food development.
To address growing health concerns in China—including over 400 million overweight or obese individuals, 300 million cardiovascular patients, and 100 million diabetics—Arawana launched its health-focused brand "Arawana Wellness" in April. The brand integrates traditional Chinese dietary wisdom with modern technology to create functional foods tailored for specific health needs.
Products like plant sterol-enriched protein milk (targeting cholesterol management) and diacylglycerol oil (for weight and lipid control) exemplify the company’s response to national health initiatives. Other offerings, such as low-GI rice and black barley buckwheat noodles, cater to sugar-conscious consumers.
To promote health awareness, Arawana launched a "Health Month" campaign in September, partnering with hospitals and organizing sports events to advocate balanced diets and active lifestyles.
At the upcoming 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), Arawana will showcase its "Arawana Wellness" lineup for the first time, emphasizing innovation in nutrition and health.
**Diversified Business Expansion and New Product Launches** With over three decades of expertise, Arawana leverages its global supply chain, advanced production, and stringent quality control to diversify its portfolio. The company recently entered the egg market, with its Chongqing facility now operational, supplying major supermarkets.
Amid e-commerce disruptions and retail transformations, Arawana has focused on customized products for leading retailers. A collaboration with Pang Donglai, for instance, saw its "Wanzhuang" black bean soy sauce sell out repeatedly. Similar partnerships with Sam’s Club, ALDI, Hema, Costco, RT-Mart, and Walmart have expanded its presence in tailored product segments.
New launches in 2025 include multigrain products, flour, noodles, and ready-to-eat meals. Notably, Arawana-produced fresh rice (popular on Hema and Dingdong platforms) and Sam’s Club-branded germ rice (a top-10 seller) underscore its innovation in staple foods.
Looking ahead, Yihai Kerry Arawana aims to capitalize on the "Healthy China" strategy, leveraging its R&D, production, and supply chain strengths to deliver diverse, nutritious, and high-quality food products, ensuring sustainable long-term growth.
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