Barry Callebaut AG
Barry Callebaut AG, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of chocolate and cocoa products in Western Europe, North America, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Global Chocolate and Global Cocoa. It offers chocolates, chips and chunks, cocoa, cacao fruit, fillings, coatings, nuts, decorations and inclusions, and… Read more
Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of August 2025: $5.99 Billion USD
Based on the latest financial reports, Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) has net assets worth $5.99 Billion USD as of August 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets ($16.01 Billion) and total liabilities ($10.02 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | $5.99 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 37.42% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 6.97% |
| 5-Year Change | 22.17% |
| 10-Year Change | 66.42% |
| Growth Volatility | 7.79 |
Barry Callebaut AG - Net Assets Trend (2002–2025)
This chart illustrates how Barry Callebaut AG's net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Barry Callebaut AG (2002–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Barry Callebaut AG from 2002 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-31 | $3.28 Billion | +15.45% |
| 2024-08-31 | $2.84 Billion | -1.92% |
| 2023-08-31 | $2.90 Billion | -0.25% |
| 2022-08-31 | $2.90 Billion | +8.16% |
| 2021-08-31 | $2.69 Billion | +14.01% |
| 2020-08-31 | $2.36 Billion | -2.42% |
| 2019-08-31 | $2.41 Billion | +5.60% |
| 2018-08-31 | $2.29 Billion | +4.19% |
| 2017-08-31 | $2.19 Billion | +11.28% |
| 2016-08-31 | $1.97 Billion | +10.30% |
| 2015-08-31 | $1.79 Billion | -0.48% |
| 2014-08-31 | $1.80 Billion | +1.68% |
| 2013-08-31 | $1.77 Billion | +29.69% |
| 2012-08-31 | $1.36 Billion | +11.91% |
| 2011-08-31 | $1.22 Billion | -6.62% |
| 2010-08-31 | $1.30 Billion | +3.69% |
| 2009-08-31 | $1.26 Billion | +6.84% |
| 2008-08-31 | $1.18 Billion | +10.67% |
| 2007-08-31 | $1.06 Billion | +5.93% |
| 2006-08-31 | $1.00 Billion | +19.63% |
| 2005-08-31 | $838.78 Million | +3.83% |
| 2004-08-31 | $807.82 Million | +5.47% |
| 2003-08-31 | $765.89 Million | +9.89% |
| 2002-08-31 | $696.96 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Barry Callebaut AG's total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 2836.5% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (August 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | $5.18 Billion | 158.28% |
| Common Stock | $137.37K | 0.00% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-1.90 Billion | -57.97% |
| Total Equity | $3.27 Billion | 100.00% |
Barry Callebaut AG Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Barry Callebaut AG ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
GDS HLDGS LTD DL-00005
F:G401
|
$4.71 Billion |
|
Constellation Brands Inc.
SA:STZB34
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$4.72 Billion |
|
Naturgy Energy Group SA
MC:NTGY
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$4.72 Billion |
|
eMemory Technology
TWO:3529
|
$4.72 Billion |
|
360 Security Technology Inc
SHG:601360
|
$4.71 Billion |
|
Matson Inc
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|
$4.71 Billion |
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Chengtun Mining Group Co Ltd
SHG:600711
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$4.71 Billion |
|
Discovery Limited
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|
$4.71 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Barry Callebaut AG's equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 2,839,422,000 to 3,274,665,800, a change of 435,243,800 (15.3%).
- Net income of 185,867,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 198,626,635 reduced retained earnings.
- Share repurchases of 2,347,744 reduced equity.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 1,898,230,947.
- Other factors increased equity by 2,348,582,126.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | $185.87 Million | +5.68% |
| Dividends Paid | $198.63 Million | -6.07% |
| Share Repurchases | $2.35 Million | -0.07% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | $-1.90 Billion | -57.97% |
| Other Changes | $2.35 Billion | +71.72% |
| Total Change | $- | 15.33% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Barry Callebaut AG's book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 2.26x
- The company is trading above its book value, indicating the market recognizes value beyond its reported assets.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 10.05x to 2.26x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002-08-31 | $134.14 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2003-08-31 | $146.84 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2004-08-31 | $154.92 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2005-08-31 | $162.08 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2006-08-31 | $192.24 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2007-08-31 | $204.66 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2008-08-31 | $227.14 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2009-08-31 | $242.62 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2010-08-31 | $251.25 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2011-08-31 | $234.61 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2012-08-31 | $261.45 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2013-08-31 | $335.18 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2014-08-31 | $324.73 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2015-08-31 | $321.92 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2016-08-31 | $355.42 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2017-08-31 | $395.21 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2018-08-31 | $411.42 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2019-08-31 | $435.49 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2020-08-31 | $427.88 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2021-08-31 | $488.02 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2022-08-31 | $528.28 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2023-08-31 | $527.29 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2024-08-31 | $517.35 | $1347.95 | x |
| 2025-08-31 | $596.00 | $1347.95 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Barry Callebaut AG utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 5.68%
- The company has moderate efficiency in generating returns from equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 1.26%
- • Asset Turnover: 0.92x
- • Equity Multiplier: 4.89x
- Recent ROE (5.68%) is below the historical average (13.02%), suggesting potential challenges in capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 2.80% | 0.74% | 0.99x | 3.82x | $-49.96 Million |
| 2003 | 13.63% | 2.90% | 1.32x | 3.57x | $27.57 Million |
| 2004 | 14.52% | 2.87% | 1.47x | 3.45x | $36.23 Million |
| 2005 | 7.43% | 1.52% | 1.49x | 3.28x | $-21.45 Million |
| 2006 | 18.32% | 4.93% | 1.32x | 2.81x | $83.10 Million |
| 2007 | 11.71% | 3.02% | 1.29x | 3.01x | $18.13 Million |
| 2008 | 17.47% | 4.27% | 1.29x | 3.17x | $87.86 Million |
| 2009 | 18.07% | 4.65% | 1.39x | 2.80x | $101.37 Million |
| 2010 | 19.33% | 4.83% | 1.46x | 2.74x | $121.51 Million |
| 2011 | 14.52% | 3.88% | 1.40x | 2.68x | $55.04 Million |
| 2012 | 10.47% | 2.94% | 1.35x | 2.64x | $6.39 Million |
| 2013 | 12.67% | 4.57% | 1.08x | 2.57x | $47.01 Million |
| 2014 | 14.09% | 4.30% | 1.14x | 2.89x | $73.32 Million |
| 2015 | 13.38% | 3.80% | 1.15x | 3.06x | $59.93 Million |
| 2016 | 11.09% | 3.25% | 1.18x | 2.88x | $21.42 Million |
| 2017 | 13.87% | 4.44% | 1.23x | 2.54x | $84.42 Million |
| 2018 | 15.69% | 5.13% | 1.19x | 2.57x | $129.15 Million |
| 2019 | 15.43% | 5.07% | 1.12x | 2.71x | $130.35 Million |
| 2020 | 13.43% | 4.59% | 0.97x | 3.03x | $80.70 Million |
| 2021 | 14.31% | 5.33% | 0.99x | 2.70x | $115.65 Million |
| 2022 | 12.43% | 4.46% | 1.04x | 2.67x | $70.51 Million |
| 2023 | 15.34% | 5.25% | 1.00x | 2.91x | $154.75 Million |
| 2024 | 6.68% | 1.83% | 0.69x | 5.34x | $-94.16 Million |
| 2025 | 5.68% | 1.26% | 0.92x | 4.89x | $-141.60 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Barry Callebaut AG's net assets metrics with peer companies in the Confectioners industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Confectioners
- Average net assets among peers: $2,286,660,608
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 8.49%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) | $5.99 Billion | 2.80% | 1.67x | $4.71 Billion |
| Cloetta AB ser. B (CLOEF) | $4.18 Billion | 6.34% | 1.22x | $422.02 Million |
| Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG (COCXF) | $1.67 Billion | 14.46% | 0.51x | $24.55 Billion |
| Gunther Grant Inc (GNGR) | $-21.59K | 0.00% | 0.00x | $0.92 |
| Hershey Co (HSY) | $727.90 Million | 15.40% | 0.65x | $31.58 Billion |
| Mondelez International Inc (MDLZ) | $13.46 Billion | 13.02% | 1.25x | $74.06 Billion |
| Delfi Limited (PEFDF) | $246.19 Million | 17.83% | 0.60x | $334.75 Million |
| Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (RMCF) | $8.50 Million | 4.71% | 1.19x | $12.56 Million |
| Rogers Sugar Inc (RSGUF) | $252.88 Million | 16.18% | 1.32x | $476.94 Million |
| Sow Good Inc. Common Stock (SOWG) | $31.99 Million | -11.57% | 0.71x | $3.80 Million |