Understanding Nestlé
Established over 150 years ago, Nestlé is the worldєs largest, most diversified food and beverages company. We have a unique global footprint and sell our products in 188 countries worldwide.
Nestlé around the world 2022
94.4
billion
275,000
employees
344
factories
A unique global presence
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2022 Sales by geographic area North America: CHF 33.0 billion (35%)
Europe: CHF 22.3 billion (24%)
Asia, Oceania, Africa: CHF 21.0 billion (22%)
Latin America: CHF 12.3 billion (13%)
Greater China: CHF 5.8 billion (6%)
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Strong sales contribution from emerging markets Well positioned in emerging markets
2022: 42% (as percentage of Group sales)
A world-leading brand portfolio
We've been making products that people love for over 150 years. We have some of the world's most recognisable brands, with household names like Nescafé, global icons like Perrier and local favourites like Molico and Milo.
Strong positions across categories
Nutritious and delicious products are at the heart of our portfolio. We are leaders in many of the fastest growing food and beverages categories including coffee, petcare, bottled water and infant formula.
| Powdered and Liquid Beverages | CHF 25.2 billion sales |
| PetCare | CHF 18.1 billion sales |
| Nutrition and Health Science | CHF 15.7 billion sales |
| Prepared dishes and cooking aids | CHF 12.5 billion sales |
| Milk products and Ice cream | CHF 11.3 billion sales |
| Confectionery | CHF 8.1 billion sales |
| Water | CHF 3.5 billion sales |
Consistent return on investment
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Shareholder returns 28 consecutive years of dividend increases
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Returning cash to shareholders CHF 181.3 billion over the last 15 years (2008-2022)
2022 Key figures
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CHF 94.4 billion Sales -
8.3% Organic growth -
CHF 16.1 billion Underlying trading operating profit -
17.1% Underlying trading operating profit margin -
CHF 2.95 Dividend