H1 2025: Chalco reports strong profitability with 2.16% Y-o-Y growth & upbeat full-year forecast
Aluminum Corporation of China Limited (Chalco) is a prominent player in the aluminium industry, primarily engaged in bauxite exploration and mining, alumina and primary aluminium production, and various related activities, has recently announced their H1 2025 financial results.
In its latest earnings report for the first half of 2025, Chalco demonstrated strong financial performance, with a significant increase in operating revenue and net profit. The company reported a total profit of RMB 13.247 billion, reflecting a 2.16 per cent year-on-year growth, and a net profit attributable to shareholders of RMB 7.071 billion, marking a 0.81 per cent rise. Operating cash flow also saw a notable increase, reaching RMB 14.188 billion, up 5.24 per cent from the previous year.
Key highlights from the report include a 5.12 per cent rise in operating revenue to RMB 116,392.12 million (USD 15.95 billion) from RMB 110,718.94 million (USD 17.33 billion) a year ago. The growth was mainly driven by increased production and sales of primary aluminium and alumina. The company also reported improvements in cost management and operational efficiency, with its alumina self-sufficiency rate reaching a five-year high.
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The company posted sales of RMB 114,573.59 million (USD 17.93 billion), up by 5.23 per cent Y-o-Y from RMB 108,882.46 million (USD 17.04 billion). Net income for the period went up by 0.81 per cent to settle at RMB 7,070.76 million (USD 1.11 billion), slightly higher than RMB 7,014 million (USD 1.10 billion) in the previous year.
Basic earnings per share from continuing operations were RMB 0.413, up from RMB 0.409 a year ago. In contrast, diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were RMB 0.412, compared to RMB 0.408 in the previous year.
Moreover, Chalco’s strategic emphasis on technological innovation and industrial upgrades has strengthened its competitive advantage, including advancements in digital transformation and high-end material production. Looking forward, Chalco remains focused on its strategic objectives, aiming to enhance the resilience and competitiveness of its industry chain.
The company is targeting high-quality operational achievements for the full year of 2025, with substantial outputs in alumina, primary aluminium, and power generation. Chalco’s management is confident in maintaining its growth momentum and successfully progressing to the next phase of its strategic plans.
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