BENGUET Corp. on Friday reported a strong financial performance for 2025 with net income surging 74 percent to P760 million from P436 million, driven by higher revenues and improved operations.
In a disclosure, the country’s oldest listed mining firm said its board had approved the release of its audited financial statements and the declaration of cash dividends for stockholders.
The company posted consolidated revenues of P3.31 billion in 2025, up 38 percent from P2.39 billion a year earlier.
Benguet Corp. said the growth was driven by stronger output from its core gold and nickel operations as well as favorable commodity prices.
Earnings per share rose 74 percent to P1.06 from P0.61, reflecting higher revenues and improved earnings quality.
The company also cited better operational efficiency and optimal capacity utilization as key factors behind margin expansion during the year.
Board approval of cash dividends, according to the company, signals confidence in its financial position while directly rewarding shareholders for their continued support.
Benguet’s share price fell by eight centavos to close at P6.40 each on Friday.
