Puig Brands reported a net profit of €594 million and free cash flow of €570 million for 2025, supporting a 6.5% free cash flow yield. The company maintains low net leverage and a disciplined 40% payout ratio, positioning it for further debt reduction and rising cash flow per share. Management expects stable EBITDA margins and low single-digit growth, with strong performance driven by the Asia-Pacific region in Q1. Despite recent talks of a merger and acquisition with Estee Lauder, Puig's robust portfolio and improving fundamentals keep it attractive to investors.
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