Sekar Laut Remains Expansive Amid Global Pressures, Targets 10 Percent Sales Increase

Amid increasingly dynamic global economic pressures, processed food producer PT Sekar Laut Tbk (SKLT) is still setting growth targets for its performance in 2026. The company is optimistic that revenue can increase by 10 percent, with net profit growing up to 20 percent. Corporate Secretary Jimmy Herlambang stated that several strategies have been prepared to maintain business momentum, both through expansion into foreign markets and strengthening the domestic market. On the export side, the company is shifting its focus to new markets in Asia, such as China and Taiwan, as well as the African region. This step is being taken to offset the decline in demand from the Middle East, which has been affected by geopolitical conflicts involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. “We have already conducted initial explorations through trade exhibitions and are starting to see interest from several potential buyers in these new markets,” Jimmy said during a public briefing on Tuesday (28/4/2026). Meanwhile, domestically, the company is strengthening its distribution network so that products can reach wider areas across Indonesia. Sekar Laut is also preparing to increase production capacity, particularly for cracker and sambal products, whose demand continues to grow. Efficiency efforts are also being undertaken through the renewal of production machines. With these steps, management is confident that this year’s growth targets can be achieved even though market conditions remain challenging. In terms of performance, Sekar Laut recorded positive results throughout 2025. Revenue increased 16 percent year-on-year to Rp2.65 trillion from the previous Rp2.29 trillion. Net profit also rose 6 percent to Rp126 billion from Rp119 billion in 2024. “This achievement was supported by distribution expansion, product innovation, and quality improvements,” Jimmy explained. Director John C. Gozal added that the company’s total assets in 2025 grew 18 percent compared to the previous year. This increase was driven by a 10 percent rise in current assets and a 28 percent surge in fixed assets. On the other hand, total liabilities increased to Rp816 billion from Rp607 billion in 2024, mainly due to a 77 percent increase in long-term liabilities to support the company’s investments. “We will continue to prioritise innovation and market expansion as the main pillars to maintain sustainable growth,” John said.