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Mondelez Ireland Reports 56% Profit Surge Amidst Cocoa Price Volatility
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Published: October 31, 2024, 00:15:22 GMT
Last updated: October 31, 2024, 00:15:22 GMT
Overview
Mondelez Ireland Ltd, the Irish subsidiary of confectionery giant Mondelez International (owner of Cadbury), experienced a meaningful 56% increase in operating profits, reaching €4.2 million. This surge occurred despite substantial increases in the global price of cocoa beans throughout 2024. Revenue also rose by 12%, from €282.34 million to €317.13 million, according to newly filed accounts.
Cocoa Price Surge in 2024
The price of cocoa experienced dramatic fluctuations in 2024. In April,prices peaked at over $12,000 per tonne (Reuters, April 16, 2024), a historic high. While prices decreased to around $8,177 per tonne by late 2024, this still represented a more than threefold increase compared to the $2,300 per tonne price in 2022 (Bloomberg, March 19, 2024). Factors contributing to this price increase included adverse weather conditions in West Africa, the primary cocoa-producing region, and supply chain disruptions.
| Year | Cocoa price (per tonne) |
|---|---|
| 2022 | $2,300 |
| 2024 (april - Peak) | $12,000+ |
| 2024 (late) | $8,177 |
Mondelez Ireland’s Financial Performance
The financial results for Mondelez Ireland Ltd. show a strong performance despite the challenging cocoa market. The company’s operating profits increased from €3.28 million in 2022 to €4.2 million in 2023. Revenue growth of 12% indicates increased sales volume or pricing power, or a combination of both.Shareholder funds at the end of December totalled €23.6 million, including accumulated profits of €13.6 million.
Research and Advancement
Mondelez Europe GmbH centralizes its Research and Development (R&D) resources in Munich,Germany,and Bournville,England. New product ideas are communicated to all operating units, including Mondelez Ireland Ltd.,for evaluation and potential introduction to local markets.This centralized approach allows for economies of scale and efficient innovation.