Nestle S.A. Total Assets
Nestle S.A. total assets. Based on the latest financial reports, Nestle S.A. (NESN) holds total assets worth CHF128.38 Billion CHF (≈ $162.31 Billion USD) as of June 2026. 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. Also see Nestle S.A. (NESN) market capitalisation for the company's overall valuation and market capitalisation.
Total Assets of Nestle S.A. (1998–2025)
Total assets of Nestle S.A. from 1998 to 2025. This chart illustrates how Nestle S.A.'s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. See NESN share price today for real-time trading data and today's change.
Nestle S.A. - Asset Composition Analysis
Nestle S.A. Total Assets Breakdown (December 2025)
Nestle S.A. total assets breakdown as of December 2025. Nestle S.A.'s total assets of CHF128.38 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. Explore working capital position of Nestle S.A. to assess how much short-term liquidity the company maintains relative to its equity base.
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 |
|---|---|---|
|
The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V.
AS:MICC
|
Netherlands | €7.49 Billion |
|
COFCO Tunhe Sugar Co Ltd
SHG:600737
|
China | CN¥22.01 Billion |
|
The a2 Milk Company Ltd
AU:A2M
|
Australia | AU$1.96 Billion |
|
Lotus Health Group Co
SHG:600186
|
China | CN¥3.86 Billion |
|
Grupo Herdez S.A.B. de C.V
MX:HERDEZ
|
Mexico | MX$48.32 Billion |
|
Shandong Oriental Ocean Sci-Tech Co Ltd
SHE:002086
|
China | CN¥1.59 Billion |
|
Namchow Food Group (Shanghai) Co. Ltd.
SHG:605339
|
China | CN¥4.18 Billion |
|
Hanil Feed Co. Ltd
KQ:005860
|
Korea | ₩220.84 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 | 0.83 | 0.71 | 0.80 |
| Quick Ratio | 0.54 | 0.41 | 0.50 |
| Cash Ratio | 0.00 | 0.10 | 0.13 |
| Working Capital | CHF-7.71 Billion | CHF-13.39 Billion | CHF-7.56 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 | 6.84 |
| Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio | 1.57 |
| Asset Growth Rate (YoY) | -8.7% |
| Total Assets | CHF127.15 Billion |
| Market Capitalization | $199.45 Billion USD |
Valuation Analysis
Above Book Valuation: The market values Nestle S.A.'s assets above their book value (1.57x), 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.
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