Nestle S.A. (NESN) - Total Assets

Latest as of December 2025: CHF127.15 Billion CHF ≈ $160.75 Billion USD

Based on the latest financial reports, Nestle S.A. (NESN) holds total assets worth CHF127.15 Billion CHF (≈ $160.75 Billion USD) as of December 2025. Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments. Explore NESN debt coverage from operations to assess how comfortably operating cash covers total debt obligations.

Nestle S.A. - Total Assets Trend (1998–2025)

This chart illustrates how Nestle S.A.'s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See Nestle S.A. (NESN) shareholders funds for net asset value and shareholders' equity analysis.

Nestle S.A. - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2025)

Nestle S.A.'s total assets of CHF127.15 Billion consist of 25.1% current assets and 74.9% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (CHF) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents CHF2.94 Billion 3.6%
Accounts Receivable CHF11.94 Billion 9.4%
Inventory CHF12.81 Billion 10.1%
Property, Plant & Equipment CHF32.55 Billion 25.6%
Intangible Assets CHF16.67 Billion 13.1%
Goodwill CHF27.64 Billion 21.7%

Asset Composition Trend (1998–2025)

This chart illustrates how Nestle S.A.'s asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution. For live market cap, price, and company overview, see market value of Nestle S.A..

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Nestle S.A.'s current assets represent 25.1% of total assets in 2025, a decrease from 47.3% in 1998.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 3.6% of total assets in 2025, down from 8.8% in 1998.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 34.0% of total assets, an increase from 0.0% in 1998.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is property, plant & equipment at 25.6% of total assets.

Nestle S.A. Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Nestle S.A. based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Unibel S.A
PA:UNBL
France €4.09 Billion
Sanquan Food Co Ltd
SHE:002216
China CN¥7.57 Billion
Xiamen Kingdomway Group Co
SHE:002626
China CN¥8.38 Billion
Grupo Herdez S.A.B. de C.V
MX:HERDEZ
Mexico MX$35.95 Billion
Bellring Brands LLC
NYSE:BRBR
USA $1.03 Billion
Beijing Sanyuan Foods Co Ltd
SHG:600429
China CN¥8.86 Billion
Kri-Kri Milk Industry S.A
AT:KRI
Greece €219.80 Million
Namchow Food Group (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
SHG:605339
China CN¥4.18 Billion

Nestle S.A. - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 0.79 0.82 0.86
Quick Ratio 0.47 0.51 0.60
Cash Ratio 0.11 0.13 0.00
Working Capital CHF-8.72 Billion CHF-7.67 Billion CHF-5.65 Billion

Nestle S.A. - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Nestle S.A.'s asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 6.59
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 1.69
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) -8.7%
Total Assets CHF127.15 Billion
Market Capitalization $214.29 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Above Book Valuation: The market values Nestle S.A.'s assets above their book value (1.69x), reflecting positive investor sentiment about the company's future prospects.

Significant Asset Reduction: Nestle S.A.'s assets decreased by 8.7% over the past year, potentially indicating divestiture, restructuring, or challenging business conditions.

Annual Total Assets for Nestle S.A. (1998–2025)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Nestle S.A. from 1998 to 2025.

Year Total Assets Change
2025-12-31 CHF127.15 Billion
≈ $160.75 Billion
-8.70%
2024-12-31 CHF139.26 Billion
≈ $176.07 Billion
+10.05%
2023-12-31 CHF126.55 Billion
≈ $159.99 Billion
-6.39%
2022-12-31 CHF135.18 Billion
≈ $170.91 Billion
-2.85%
2021-12-31 CHF139.14 Billion
≈ $175.91 Billion
+12.19%
2020-12-31 CHF124.03 Billion
≈ $156.80 Billion
-3.06%
2019-12-31 CHF127.94 Billion
≈ $161.75 Billion
-6.62%
2018-12-31 CHF137.01 Billion
≈ $173.22 Billion
+2.86%
2017-12-31 CHF133.21 Billion
≈ $168.41 Billion
+0.99%
2016-12-31 CHF131.90 Billion
≈ $166.76 Billion
+6.38%
2015-12-31 CHF123.99 Billion
≈ $156.76 Billion
-7.09%
2014-12-31 CHF133.45 Billion
≈ $168.72 Billion
+10.80%
2013-12-31 CHF120.44 Billion
≈ $152.27 Billion
-4.32%
2012-12-31 CHF125.88 Billion
≈ $159.14 Billion
+10.33%
2011-12-31 CHF114.09 Billion
≈ $144.24 Billion
+2.19%
2010-12-31 CHF111.64 Billion
≈ $141.14 Billion
+0.65%
2009-12-31 CHF110.92 Billion
≈ $140.23 Billion
+4.43%
2008-12-31 CHF106.22 Billion
≈ $134.28 Billion
-7.36%
2007-12-31 CHF114.66 Billion
≈ $144.96 Billion
+12.63%
2006-12-31 CHF101.81 Billion
≈ $128.71 Billion
-1.54%
2005-12-31 CHF103.40 Billion
≈ $130.72 Billion
+18.72%
2004-12-31 CHF87.09 Billion
≈ $110.11 Billion
-2.75%
2003-12-31 CHF89.56 Billion
≈ $113.23 Billion
+2.53%
2002-12-31 CHF87.35 Billion
≈ $110.44 Billion
-6.86%
2001-12-31 CHF93.79 Billion
≈ $118.57 Billion
+43.13%
2000-12-31 CHF65.52 Billion
≈ $82.84 Billion
+11.17%
1999-12-31 CHF58.94 Billion
≈ $74.51 Billion
+4.43%
1998-12-31 CHF56.44 Billion
≈ $71.36 Billion
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About Nestle S.A.

SW:NESN Switzerland Packaged Foods
Market Cap
$263.44 Billion
CHF208.38 Billion CHF
Market Cap Rank
#90 Global
#4 in Switzerland
Share Price
CHF81.01
Change (1 day)
-1.66%
52-Week Range
CHF71.00 - CHF86.17
All Time High
CHF119.49
About

Nestlé S.A., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and distributes food and beverage, and nutritional science products in the United States, Brazil, Mexico, Greater China, the Philippines, India, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Switzerland, and internationally. The company offers cereals, chocolate and confectionery, coffee, culinary, chilled and frozen food, dairy, drinks, food servi… Read more