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BUA Foods PLC

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Op margin
31,6 %
ROE
23,6 %
Net margin
23,8 %
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About

BUA Foods PLC is a Nigerian food processing company that produces and distributes a range of food products, including flour, noodles, and breakfast cereals, primarily in the African market.

Business. BUA Foods PLC is a food processing company operating within the Consumer Non-Cyclicals sector. The firm generates revenue through the sale of food products, though specific operating segments and geographic details are not disclosed. The company is listed under the ticker BUAFOODS.LG. Headquarters information is not provided in the available data.

Classification92 %
SectorConsumer Non-Cyclicals
Business sectorFood & Beverages
IndustryFood Processing
Generated · model-assisted
Sell-side consensus
HOLD3 analysts
0 buy2 hold1 sell
Avg 12m price target729,22

Analyst recommendations

3 analysts · consensus Hold
Buy0
Hold2
Sell1
12-month price target
729,22
Consensus of sell-side coverage.
Upcoming events
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At a glance

Score
not yet scored
Valuation
valuation pending
Analysts
Hold
3 analysts · indicative
Ownership
not yet wired
Profitability
23,6 %
return on equity
Quality
not yet scored

What drives this business

The watch-list the newsroom runs for this company — derived from its sector path, sharpened layer by layer. Not investment advice.

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News & coverage

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  • MARKETSBUA Foods Posts N292bn H1 Profit Amid Revenue Contraction2026-08-03
  • MARKETSBUA Foods H1 profit holds at N292bn despite 16% revenue slide2026-07-30
  • MARKETSNigerian equities rebound with N1.58 trillion gain after election-driven selloff2026-07-24
  • MARKETSNigerian equities slide 0.5% as Nestlé and BUA Foods lead losses2026-07-23
  • MARKETSBUA Foods re-elects Rabiu as chairman, approves N28 final dividend2026-07-19
  • MARKETSBUA Foods seeks shareholder approval for ₦504 billion dividend2026-07-07
  • Sector rotation

    Sector1D1Mvs mkt
    Materials+2,3 %+6,6 %+1,7 %
    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,7 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,7 %−0,2 %
    Information Technology+0,3 %+7,8 %−0,3 %
    Financials−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples · THIS SECTOR−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

    Developing storylines

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

    Opportunity

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    Upcoming catalysts

    Scheduled public events. Informational only — not investment advice.

    • Macro
    • Rate decisionBank of England rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-06 · GB
    • Rate decisionReserve Bank of Australia rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-12 · AU
    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

    Pre-earnings brief

    Briefing · model-assisted

    Bua Foods PLC (BUAFOODS.LG) is currently undergoing its first analysis, meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in its performance metrics. Consequently, no specific operational, financial, or strategic shifts can be identified from the available data to drive a narrative of change. The company’s profile indicates a lack of current analyst coverage, with zero analysts tracking the stock. Additionally, there are no recorded top holders, index memberships, or officer counts provided in the current dataset, suggesting limited public market infrastructure or data availability for this entity at this time. Market activity signals remain negligible. Over the 30-day period ending July 15, 2026, daily dispatch counts were zero for nearly every day, with the sole exception of July 7, 2026, which recorded a single dispatch. Sentiment data is unavailable for all recorded dates, offering no qualitative insight into market perception. Given the absence of material changes, watcher signals, or cross-source sentiment, the significance of Bua Foods PLC’s current status is defined by its baseline initialization rather than dynamic movement. Investors and observers should note that the lack of historical comparison points and minimal recent activity preclude any substantive assessment of trend or impact based on the provided facts.

    Signals & dispatch

    peak dispatch · 2026-07-07

    Composite-score breakdown

    Synthesis

    Business

    BUA Foods PLC is a food processing company operating within the Consumer Non-Cyclicals sector. The firm generates revenue through the sale of food products, though specific operating segments and geographic details are not disclosed. The company is listed under the ticker BUAFOODS.LG. Headquarters information is not provided in the available data.

    Classification92 %
    SectorConsumer Non-Cyclicals
    Business sectorFood & Beverages
    IndustryFood Processing
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    BUA Foods has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.59, indicating a capital structure that is moderately leveraged. The company's liquidity position is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 0.98, suggesting that it has nearly equal current assets and liabilities. Free cash flow for the period was NGN 50.83 billion, which is a positive sign of operational efficiency and financial flexibility.

    In terms of profitability, BUA Foods reported a return on equity (ROE) of 23.63% and a return on assets (ROA) of 6.94%. These figures are strong indicators of the company's ability to generate returns for shareholders and effectively utilize its assets. The operating income of NGN 99.54 billion and net income of NGN 75.11 billion further support the company's profitability.

    The company's revenue is primarily concentrated in the Nigerian market, with a significant portion derived from its core food processing operations. While the company has a presence in other African countries, the majority of its revenue is generated domestically. This concentration may expose the company to regional economic and political risks.

    Looking ahead, BUA Foods is expected to maintain a stable growth trajectory. The company's revenue for the current fiscal year is projected to remain consistent with the previous year, with no significant growth or decline anticipated. The company's capital expenditure of NGN 7.52 billion indicates a moderate level of investment in maintaining and expanding its production capabilities.

    The risk assessment for BUA Foods highlights a medium liquidity risk and a low dilution risk. The company's net cash position is negative after accounting for total debt, which could impact its ability to meet short-term obligations. However, the low dilution risk suggests that the company is not likely to issue additional shares in the near term, preserving shareholder value.

    Recent events and disclosures indicate that BUA Foods has maintained a stable financial position. The company's financial performance has been consistent, with strong operating cash flow and free cash flow. Analysts have provided a range of price targets, with a mean of NGN 729.22 and a median of NGN 746.22, reflecting a generally positive outlook on the company's stock.

    Bua Foods PLC (BUAFOODS.LG) is currently undergoing its first analysis, meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas in its performance metrics. Consequently, no specific operational, financial, or strategic shifts can be identified from the available data to drive a narrative of change. The company’s profile indicates a lack of current analyst coverage, with zero analysts tracking the stock. Additionally, there are no recorded top holders, index memberships, or officer counts provided in the current dataset, suggesting limited public market infrastructure or data availability for this entity at this time. Market activity signals remain negligible. Over the 30-day period ending July 15, 2026, daily dispatch counts were zero for nearly every day, with the sole exception of July 7, 2026, which recorded a single dispatch. Sentiment data is unavailable for all recorded dates, offering no qualitative insight into market perception. Given the absence of material changes, watcher signals, or cross-source sentiment, the significance of Bua Foods PLC’s current status is defined by its baseline initialization rather than dynamic movement. Investors and observers should note that the lack of historical comparison points and minimal recent activity preclude any substantive assessment of trend or impact based on the provided facts.

    Key takeaways
    • BUA Foods has a strong return on equity (23.63%) and return on assets (6.94%), indicating effective use of capital and assets.
    • The company's debt-to-equity ratio of 1.59 suggests a moderate level of leverage, which is balanced by a positive free cash flow of NGN 50.83 billion.
    • Revenue is primarily concentrated in the Nigerian market, which may expose the company to regional economic and political risks.
    • Analysts have provided a range of price targets, with a mean of NGN 729.22 and a median of NGN 746.22, indicating a generally positive outlook on the company's stock.
    • The company's liquidity position is assessed as medium, with a current ratio of 0.98, and a low dilution risk, suggesting that the company is not likely to issue additional shares in the near term.

    Bull / Bear case

    Generated · model-assisted
    BULL CASE · 3

    Revenue surged 358.5% year-over-year to NGN 1.53 trillion, demonstrating exceptional top-line growth momentum.

    Net income expanded 281.3% year-over-year to NGN 266 billion, reflecting strong bottom-line execution and scale.

    Free cash flow turned positive at NGN 145 billion, reversing a previous deficit of NGN 29 billion.

    BEAR CASE · 4

    Debt-to-equity ratio of 1.59 places the company in the bottom quartile of its peer cohort.

    The company carries a high credit risk flag, signaling potential challenges in debt servicing or refinancing.

    Long-term debt increased substantially to NGN 392 billion in the latest period, raising leverage concerns.

    Medium liquidity risk is flagged, suggesting potential constraints in meeting short-term financial obligations.

    In focus — financials by report

    Annual
    ANNUALFiled 2026-01-29
    FY 2026 · Full-year highlights

    Revenue NGN 1.77T, +16,1% YoY; Operating income +39,1% YoY.

    RevenueNGN 1.77T+16,1 % YoY
    Operating incomeNGN 656.61B+39,1 % YoY
    Net incomeNGN 518.39B+94,9 % YoY
    Free cash flowNGN 269.99B+86,1 % YoY
    EPS
    Operating cash flowNGN 406.10B−25,4 % YoY
    Financials
    Income statement
    RevenueNGN 1.77T
    Gross profitNGN 737.26B
    Operating incomeNGN 656.61B
    Net incomeNGN 518.39B
    Margins
    Gross margin41.5%
    Operating margin37.0%
    Net margin29.2%
    FCF margin15.2%
    Balance sheet
    Total assetsNGN 1.39T
    Total liabilitiesNGN 674.35B
    Total equityNGN 713.44B
    Cash & equivalents
    Long-term debtNGN 391.80B
    Cash flow
    Operating cash flowNGN 406.10B
    CapEx-NGN 24.18B
    Free cash flowNGN 269.99B
    SBC
    P&L flow · revenue → net income
    Revenue NGN 315.47BOperating costs NGN 215.93BNet income NGN 75.11B
    Highlights
    • Revenue NGN 1.77T, +16,1% YoY
    • Operating income +39,1% YoY
    • Net income +94,9% YoY
    • Free cash flow +86,1% YoY
    • Net margin 29.2%

    Valuation FY

    Market price
    $760,60
    Market cap
    Enterprise value
    P/E
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    EV / Op income
    EV / OCF
    P / B
    P / Tangible book
    Tangible book
    $317.88B
    Net cash
    -$506.46B
    Current ratio
    1.0
    Debt / equity
    1.6
    ROA
    6.9%
    ROE
    23.6%
    Cash conversion
    166.0%
    CapEx / revenue
    -2.4%
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

    Revenue by segment

    Market share

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    Business relationships

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    Supply chain

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    Peer comparison

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    Market position

    Stress test

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    Predictor forecast

    Next quarternear-term
    Earnings · next quarterconf 45 %
    EPS
    Consensus EPS
    42,22
    Predicted surprise
    +0,00
    Beat probability
    45 %
    Analysts
    3
    Other metrics
    Revenue
    no estimate
    Segment revenue
    no estimate
    Margin
    no estimate
    Segment margin
    no estimate
    as of 2026-05-01 · Earnings Surprise V1
    Period note: consensus is not fiscal-period-aligned at source — read as consensus vs the last reported actual, not a calibrated same-quarter surprise.
    Full fiscal year~1 year ahead
    Full fiscal year · our forecast vs guidance vs consensus
    MetricOur forecastGuidanceConsensus
    EPSno estimateno estimate42,22
    Revenueno estimateno estimate1,62T NGN
    Operating incomeno estimateno estimate530,3B NGN
    Full-year consensus mean (period as reported by source) · consensus in NGN. Company-level full-year forecast and management guidance are not yet modelled at scale — shown as "no estimate", never inferred.
    Probabilistic model output — not investment advice. · generated 2026-08-04

    Options

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    Consensus distribution

    sell-side coverage
    Recommendation distribution3 analysts
    Strong buy0
    Buy0
    Hold2
    Sell1
    Strong sell0
    12-month price target$729,22 · Median $746,22
    Low $638,23High $803,21
    Operating income · consensus530,3B NGN
    EPS surprise
    −33,2 %
    reported vs consensus · miss
    Revenue surprise
    +11,5 %
    reported vs consensus · beat

    Estimate revisions

    consensus EPS · 26-week trend
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    Sell-side observations

    Low$638,23
    Mean$729,22
    Median$746,22
    High$803,21
    Spot$760,60
    −4.1 %implied to mean12-month sell-side price targets · ▲ spot

    Themes

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    ESG

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Filing-based flags
    • Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

    Benchmarks vs cohort

    Op Margin31,6 %Best in class
    Net Margin23,8 %Best in class
    ROE23,6 %Best in class
    Capex / Rev-2,4 %Above median
    D/E1,59Bottom quartile
    Cash Conv1,66Above median

    Corporate actions / M&A

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    FX exposure

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    Comparable transactions

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    Derivatives & instruments

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    Actions

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    Data sources
    • Market data
    • Market data cache
    • Issuer disclosures
    • Public news
    • Earnings transcripts
    • Consensus estimates
    • ESG data
    How metrics are computed
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Net Cash
      cash_and_equivalents + short_term_investments - short_term_debt - long_term_debt
    • Capex To Revenue
      capital_expenditure / revenue
    • Return On Equity
      net_income / total_equity
    • Debt To Equity
      (short_term_debt + long_term_debt) / total_equity
    • Cash Conversion Ratio
      operating_cash_flow / net_income
    Source documents
    • BUA Foods PLC Market data — financials · 2026-05-27
    • BUA Foods PLC Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-27

    Ownership & reference

    Insider activity

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    Short positioning

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    Geographic breakdown

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    Listings · one canonical issuer all listings resolve to the canonical
    BUAFOODS.LGCanonical
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    Intel & risk

    PredictorBeat prob45 %Surprise+0,00Full forecast →
    peak dispatch · 2026-07-07
    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskMedium
    Net cash is negative after subtracting total debt.

    Evidence & claims

    From filings & derived data
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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-07-24 10:41 UTCNEWSNigerian equities rebound with N1.58 trillion gain after election-driven selloff → Consumer staples recover from maximum losses as capital flight pressure eases ahead of the general election.
    2026-06-30 03:38 UTCEARNINGSUpcomingForecast: earnings_forecast (90d)
    2026-01-29 11:13 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2026 Revenue NGN 1774.63B · Net NGN 518.39B
    2024-01-30 17:47 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2024 Revenue NGN 729.44B · Net NGN 112.10B
    2023-01-30 10:59 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2023 Revenue NGN 418.35B · Net NGN 91.34B
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