Virbac: 2025 annual results

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Virbac: 2025 annual results




Virbac: 2025 annual results

A robust adjusted EBIT margin² of 16.3% at CERS, driven by solid organic revenue growth of 7.9%

  • Solid 2025 dynamic with annual revenue up +7.9% at CERS; with strong momentum in key categories and countries. Volume/mix effect of ~+5%, completed by price increase of ~+3%
  • Adjusted EBIT (before amortization of assets arising from acquisitions) margin of 16.3% at CERS despite:
    • temporary shutdown of an antigen’s production site and higher inventory write-offs in FY25
    • partially offset by a solid underlying performance on sales prices and product mix and;
    • improving operating expense to revenue ratio. 
  • Consolidated net income increased by +3.2% and amounts to €150.5m
  • Strong cash generation of €93 million funded the Thyronorm acquisition while maintaining a relatively stable net debt at €172.8 million compared to €168.5 million at the end of 2024
  • 2026 guidance: (incl. Thyronorm acquisition impact) : revenue growth expected to be between 5.5% and 7.5% at constant rates and scope. Adjusted recurring operating income1 expected around 17%
in  €m FY25 FY24 Évolution
       
Revenues 1 464.7 1 397.4 4.8 %
Change at constant exchange rates1     8.7 %
Change at constant exchange rates and scope1     7.9 %
EBIT Adjusted (before amortizations2) 234.4 231.8 1.1%
as a % of revenue 16.0% 16.6% (0.6)p.p
as a % of revenue at constant rates 16.5% na na
as a % of revenue at constant exchange rates and scope 16.3% na na
Amortization of intangible assets from acquisitions (4.8) (4.3) 10.8 %
EBIT Adjusted 229.7 227.5 0.9 %
Non-recurring (expenses) and income (3.5) (10.4) (66.1)%
EBIT 226.1 217.1 4.2 %
Consolidated net income 150.5 145.8 3.2 %
       
Other financial indicators      
Shareholders’ equity – Group share 1 125.2 1 043.1 7.9 %
Net debt3 172.8 168.5 2.5 %
Operating cash flow before interest and taxes4 289.1 280.3 3.1 %
       

1Change at constant exchange rates and scope corresponds to organic sales growth, excluding exchange rate variations by calculating the indicator for the current and prior periods using identical exchange rates (the exchange rate used is that of the prior period), and excluding material changes in scope by calculating the indicator for the current period based on the prior period’s consolidation scope. This change is calculated on the actual scope, including scope impacts from acquisitions (Sasaeah company), for which the relevant indicator is calculated using the prior period’s exchange rate.

²EBIT Adjusted (before amortizations) corresponds  to “recurring operating income before amortization of assets arising from acquisitions”.

³Net debt corresponds to current (€105.9 million) and non-current (€150.4 million) financial liabilities, as well as the lease liability related to the application of IFRS 16 (€39.0 million), less cash and cash equivalents (€122.5 million) as published in the statement of financial position.

⁴Operating cash flow corresponds to the EBIT adjusted before amortizations of asset arising from acquisitions (€234.4 million) restated for depreciation & provisions (€56.4m – amortizations from acquisitions adjusted), non-cash items (€1.2m), impacts related to disposals (€1.1m) and other non-current income & expenses (-€4.1m).

The financial statements have been audited by the statutory auditors and were reviewed by the Board of Directors on March 17, 2026. The financial statements and the detailed presentation of the annual results are available on the corporate.virbac.com website.

Paul Martingell, Chief Executive Officer statement: 

“Our 2025 performance perfectly illustrates the resilience and agility of the Virbac teams and model. We delivered solid organic growth of 7.9% and maintained a robust adjusted EBIT margin of 16.3% (at constant exchange rates and scope), despite some temporary headwinds. This financial strength, characterized by a strong cash generation power and low debt, has allowed us to accelerate our strategic investments: we reached record levels in R&D to support future innovations as well as in Capex to bolster our industrial transformation. The acquisition of Thyronorm further highlights our ability to seize targeted external growth opportunities to complete our portfolio in high unmet need areas. In the face of a continued unstable external environment, we enter 2026 with confidence. Our diverse portfolio and the exceptional commitment of our teams allow us to look forward with confidence and to continue our mission of advancing animal health.”

Full year 2025 sales by geography

For the full year 2025, revenue reached €1,465 million, compared to €1,397 million in 2024, representing an overall increase of +4.8%. Excluding currency effects, revenue delivered significant growth of +8.7%. At constant exchange rates and scope, growth for FY25 stands at +7.9%. The acquisition of Sasaeah (Japan, April 2024) contributed +0.8 percentage points to growth. The acquisition of Mopsan (Türkiye, Dec 2024) contributed +0.4 points; however, this impact was not excluded from the constant scope calculation as it was deemed non-material.

  • Europe (+7.5% at CERS): This strong organic growth was driven by positive momentum across all segments and geographies within the region. The Companion Animal business grew by 7.8%, supported primarily by our petfood, dermatology, and reproduction ranges. Meanwhile, the Farm Animal segment also recorded an 8.2% increase; this was largely due to the response to the bluetongue virus (BTV) epidemic and the solid performance of core ruminant products, though these gains were partially tempered by production delays impacting our antibiotic ranges.
  • North America (+14.7% at CERS): The region once again delivered an exceptional performance, spearheaded by the Companion Animal segment (+24.2% at CERS). This growth was propelled by the combined success of new launches (specifically Ursolyx and Zenifel) and strong results from our core business, particularly in the dental, dermatology, and specialty ranges (mobility and behavior). However, this was partially counterbalanced by a decline in our contract manufacturing business (-33.5%), which faced delayed orders. It is worth noting that, excluding the impact of distributor destocking/restocking, organic growth for the region would stand at ~+12%. 
  • Latin America (+7.4% at CERS): The Companion Animal segment posted a 13.0% increase at CERS, with Mexico (+19%) and Colombia (+23%) acting as the primary engines of growth. This performance was built on the success of our petfood, vaccine, dermatology, and nutritional portfolios. The Farm Animal segment also increased, driven by results in Brazil (+14.3%), Colombia (+33.4%), and Mexico (+4.8%). The main contributors to this segment were cattle vaccines, antibiotics, antiparasiticides, and nutritional products, partially offset by a downturn in Chile (-9.6%), where our aquaculture activities faced intensified competitive pressure. 
  • IMEA (+9.5% at CERS): The zone delivered solid progress across all geographies, spearheaded by the Farm Animal segment (+10%). This strong growth was primarily sustained by our ruminant portfolio, with a particularly strong contribution from our nutritional products. Meanwhile, the Companion Animal segment also recorded a robust increase of +6.8%. 
  • Far East Asia (+3.3% at CERS): The zone achieved growth across all geographies, except in Vietnam due to the swine fever epidemic. The Companion Animal segment grew +5.2%, supported by our specialty and antiparasiticides ranges. The scope effect from the acquisition of Sasaeah (completed in April 2024) contributed an additional 9.6 pt to the zone’s growth for the year.
  • Pacific (+0.1% at CERS): The zone remained stable compared to the previous year. Australia recorded a slight decline (-1.6%), impacted by increasing competition and destocking activities at major distributors; however, a recovery was observed in the second half of the year, driven by improved market conditions, normalized inventory levels, and sustained demand in the Companion Animal segment. Conversely, New Zealand closed the year with solid growth of +5.7%, supported by the extension of our nutritional product range and increasing sales of antibiotics.

Full year 2025 results

EBIT Adjusted (before amortizations2) stood at €234.4 million in FY25 compared to €231.8 million in FY24
The actual margin reached 16.0% in FY25 compared to 16.6% in FY24. After adjusting for a currency effect of -0.5 point and a scope effect of +0.2 point, the margin at constant exchange rate and scope amounts to 16.3% in FY25. The performance in 2025 is explained by a decrease in the gross margin (-0.7 point) and by controlled operating and R&D expenses (+0.1 point).

  • The decline in gross margin, beyond the impact of exchange rate is primarily attributable to two factors: a temporary production interruption for one of the Group’s antigens due to facility maintenance, with operations having since resumed and higher level of inventory write-offs compared to last year. However, this was partially offset by a very solid underlying performance fueled by favorable sales prices and product mix.  
  • Operating expenses were managed efficiently in 2025 leading to the reduction of the ratio to revenues of 0.2 point.
  • R&D expenses grew in value as expected but stayed relatively stable in ratio to revenues at ca. 7.9% in FY25 due to the strong revenue growth (0.1 point).

Consolidated net income amounts to €150.5 million, an increase of 3.2% compared to 2024

  • Amortization charges on intangible assets from acquisitions increased from €4.3 million to €4.8 million, a rise mainly due to the integration of Mopsan (acquired in Dec24) and to a lesser extent Sasaeah (acquired in Apr24).
  • Non recurring income and expenses stand at €3.5 million in 2025 and are mainly composed of provisions for depreciation of assets no longer in use (€2.4m) and one-off operational expenses mainly related to M&A activities (€1.8m).
  • Net financial expense increased to €8.6 million, compared to €9.3 million in 2024, and mainly consists of a foreign exchange loss of €4.1 million, supplemented by a cost of financial debt of €4.3 million. The foreign exchange loss is due to the appreciation of the euro against unhedged exposures, particularly to the Chilean peso (-€2.2 million) and, to a lesser extent, the Mexican peso (-€1.9 million).
  • Corporate income tax increased to €67.2 million compared to €62.5 million in 2024 in line with the level of activity. The effective tax rate has slightly increased to ~26.5% vs 25.5% in 2024 essentially linked to a country mix effect.
  • Net income – Group share stands at €150.9 million, an increase of 3.9% compared to the previous year (€145.3 million).

Net debt as of Dec25, stands at €172.8 million relatively stable compared to Dec24 (€168.5m)
The operating cash flow before interest and taxes increased to 289m€. The capex spending amounted to 102m€ essentially linked to our industrial transformation including a few new sites being built to support the future growth of the group. Working capital requirements benefited from an improvement in our inventory and contributed positively to the net free cash flow. All of these elements resulted in a solid cash generation of €93 million at constant exchange rates and scope, which enabled the €107.8* million acquisition of Thyronorm in December 2025, leaving a relatively stable net debt level at the end of 2025 compared to 2024.

Key events of the period

  • Paul Martingell is appointed CEO of Virbac Group, Effective September 1, 2025
  • Virbac continues to execute its “programmatic M&A” strategy with the recent acquisition of Thyronorm. Thyronorm (~€27M in-market annual revenue) is a specialty product to treat feline hyperthyroidism, a condition affecting more than 10% of older cats. This addition complements the existing portfolio and is expected to be accretive to sales and EBITDA margin from Year 1. Virbac will distribute directly in the UK, Australia, and NZ (under Thyronorm) and in the US (under Felanorm). In Europe, distribution will transition from partners (Boehringer Ingelheim, Elanco) to Virbac over the coming years.

*Note: The €107.8m Thyronorm acquisition amount includes an €11.5m escrow payment. In accordance with our reporting standards, this is classified under other working capital rather than as a direct M&A investment.

Guidance 2026

For the year 2026, we currently anticipate at constant rate and scope :

  • A revenue growth between 5.5% and 7.5%
  • A ratio of “current operating income before amortization of assets resulting from acquisitions” (Ebit adjusted) to “revenue” around 17%
  • Our cash generation should be around ~+€80m

In line with our reporting standards, the Thyronorm acquisition is included within the 2026 organic perimeter (constant scope) due to its materiality level. Consequently, the provided guidance accounts for Thyronorm’s contribution to both total revenue (~+1 pt of growth) and expected operating income (~+0.5 Ebit adjusted). As previously disclosed the direct impact of US tariffs is estimated as of today at approximately US$4 million annually. This impact is fully integrated into our 2026 outlook.

Finally, at the next shareholders’ meeting, a net dividend per share of €1.45 will be recommended for distribution for the 2025 fiscal year.

ANALYSTS’ PRESENTATION – VIRBAC

We will hold an analysts meeting on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. (Paris time – CET)
in the Sainte-Cécile auditorium, 8 rue Sainte-Cécile, 75009 Paris (France)

Participants may arrive 15 minutes before the start of the meeting.

You may also attend the meeting using the webcast (audio + slides) available via the link below.

Information for participants:

Webcast access link: bit.ly/3Pc4jdM

This access link is available on the corporate.virbac.com site, under the heading “Public releases.” This link allows participants to  
access the live and/or archived version of the webcast.

You will be able to ask questions via chat (text) directly during the webcast or after watching the replay via the following email 
address: finances@virbac.com.

 About Virbac – Caring for animals together

At Virbac, we are constantly exploring new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat the majority of animal pathologies. We develop care, hygiene and nutrition products to offer complete solutions to veterinarians, farmers and pet owners around the world. Our purpose: advancing the health of animals with those who care for them every day, so we can all live better together.

More information on corporate.virbac.com

ANNEXES

  1. Income statement of the period
in €k 2025 2024   Variance
       
Net sales 1 464 677 1 397 380 4.8%
       
Raw materials and consumables used  -487 964  -456 117  
External expenses  -281 242  -262 223  
Personnel expenses  -398 936  -383 213  
Taxes and duties  -18 545  -17 404  
Depreciation and provisions  -55 074  -51 192  
Other operating income and expenses   11 505   4 592  
       
Current operating profit before depreciation of assets arising from acquisitions 234 422 231 822 1.1%
       
Depreciations of intangible assets arising from acquisitions  -4 765  -4 325  
       
Operating profit from ordinary activities 229 657 227 497 0.9%
       
Other non-recurring income and expenses  -3 525  -10 422  
       
Operating profit 226 132 217 075 4.2%
       
Financial income and expense  -8 627  -9 282  
       
Profit before tax 217 505 207 793 4.7%
       
Income tax expense  -67 242  -62 478  
       
Share in earnings – Equity method   188   467  
       
Net income of consolidated entities   150 451   145 782 3.2%
attributable to owners of the parent company   150 887   145 290 3.9%
attributable to non-controlling interests  -436   492 -188.7%
       
  1. Statement of financial position
en €k   Dec25   Dec24
     
Goodwill   356 055   276 633
Intangible assets   231 080   251 237
Tangible assets   424 129   397 537
Right of use   37 623   36 861
Other financial assets   45 123   12 993
Share in companies accounted for by the equity method   3 374   4 511
Deferred tax assets   24 891   24 628
Non-current assets   1 122 276   1 004 401
     
Inventories and work in progress   378 791   404 166
Trade receivables   201 154   196 081
Other financial assets   3 668   4 312
Other receivables   85 777   89 931
Cash and cash equivalents   122 500   149 631
Current assets   791 891   844 120
     
Assets classified as held for sale   –   –
     
Assets   1 914 167   1 848 522
     
Share capital   10 488   10 488
Reserves attributable to the owners of the parent company   1 114 702   1 032 628
Equity attributable to the owners of the parent company   1 125 190   1 043 116
     
Non-controlling interests  -208   286
     
Equity 1 124 982 1 043 402
     
Deferred tax liabilities   50 408   57 233
Provisions for employee benefits   21 153   20 358
Other provisions   7 901   8 899
Lease obligations   27 646   26 552
Other financial liabilities   150 410   222 088
Other payables   15 358   5 430
Non-current liabilities   272 876   340 560
     
Other provisions   1 371   776
Trade payables   170 842   174 574
Lease obligations   11 325   11 550
Other financial liabilities   105 881   57 977
Other payables   226 890   219 683
Current liabilities   516 309   464 560
     
Liabilities   1 914 167   1 848 522

  1. Statement of cash flow
en €k 2025 2024
     
Consolidated result for the period 150 451 145 782
     
Elimination of share from companies’ profit accounted for by the equity method  -188  -467
Elimination of depreciations & provisions   60 590   57 352
Elimination of deferred tax change  -3 188  -4 584
Elimination of gains and losses on disposals   1 107   2 451
Other income and expenses with no cash impact  -20 735   5 517
     
Net cash flow 188 037 206 052
     
Net financial interests paid   4 269   4 727
Income tax accrued for the period   70 945   67 510
     
Net cash flow before financial interests & income tax 263 252 278 289
     
Effect of net change in inventories   4 204  -20 890
Effect of net change in trade receivables  -15 735  -4 892
Effect of net change in trade payables   11 925   4 076
Income tax paid  -77 866  -44 891
Effect of net change in other receivables and payables   13 210  -7 472
Effect of change in working capital requirements  -64 261  -74 069
     
Net cash flow generated by operating activities 198 990 204 220
     
Acquisitions of intangible assets  -9 904  -11 193
Acquisitions of tangible assets  -92 236  -69 246
Disposals of intangible and tangible assets   124   274
Change in financial assets  -1 266   2 934
Change in debts relative to acquisitions  -576  -3 485
Acquisitions of subsidiaries or activities  -95 697  -348 436
Disposals of subsidiaries or activities   –   –
Dividends received   925   463
Net cash flow allocated to investing activities  -198 629  -428 689
     
Dividends paid to the owners of the parent company  -12 148  -11 054
Dividends paid to the non-controlling interests  -4  -4
Change in treasury shares   –   –
Transactions between the Group and owners of non-controlling interests   –  -17 492
Increase/decrease of capital   –   –
Cash investments   –   –
Debt issuance   159 385   273 632
Repayments of debt  -140 071  -89 291
Repayments of lease obligation  -12 697  -12 479
Net financial interests paid  -4 269  -4 727
Net cash flow from financing activities  -9 803   138 585
     
Change in cash position  -9 442  -85 884
  1. Reconciliation tables for alternative performance indicators
    1. Net Debt 
in €k Dec25 Dec24
     
Loans   248 694   265 344
Bank overdrafts   1 165   3 567
Accrued interests not yet matured   38   27
Lease obligation [IFRS16]   38 971   38 102
Employee profit sharing   1 719   945
Currency and interest rate derivatives   809   5 835
Other   3 866   4 346
Other financial liabilities   295 262   318 166
     
Cash   99 932   104 945
Cash equivalents   22 568   44 685
Cash & cash equivalents   122 500   149 631
     
Net financial debt   172 762   168 536
    1. Operating cash flow before interest and taxes
in €k 2025 2024
     
Current operating profit before depreciation
of assets arising from acquisitions		 234 422 231 822
     
Elimination of depreciations & provisions 56 414 51 166
Elimination of gains and losses on disposals 1 107 2 451
Other income & expenses with no cash impact 1 230 466
     
Current operating cash flow 293 173 285 905
     
Other non-current income & expenses -4 113 -5 637
     
Operating cash flow   289 060   280 268

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