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 2023
93
billion
270,000
employees
340
factories
A unique global presence
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2023 Sales by geographic area North America: CHF 32.5 billion (35%)
Europe: CHF 22.3 billion (24%)
Asia, Oceania, Africa: CHF 19.9 billion (21%)
Latin America: CHF 12.8 billion (14%)
Greater China: CHF 5.5 billion (6%)
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Strong sales contribution from emerging markets Well positioned in emerging markets
2023: 41 (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 24.8 billion sales |
| PetCare | CHF 18.9 billion sales |
| Nutrition and Health Science | CHF 15.3 billion sales |
| Prepared dishes and cooking aids | CHF 11.7 billion sales |
| Milk products and Ice cream | CHF 11.0 billion sales |
| Confectionery | CHF 8.1 billion sales |
| Water | CHF 3.3 billion sales |
Consistent return on investment
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Shareholder returns Our dividend has increased every year for almost 30 years
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Returning cash to shareholders CHF 180.8 billion returned to shareholders over the last 15 years (2009-2023)
2023 Key figures
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CHF 93.0 billion Sales -
7.2% Organic growth -
CHF 16.1 billion Underlying trading operating profit -
17.3% Underlying trading operating profit margin -
CHF 3.00 Dividend