Fourth Milling Co. reports higher 2025 profit as flour sales grow
The Saudi-based miller records strong gains in profit and revenue, supported by higher flour demand and cost control.
SAUDI ARABIA – Fourth Milling Co. reported a net profit of SAR 200.8 million (US$53.5 million) for the year ended Dec. 31, 2025, marking an 18% rise from SAR 170.9 million (US$45.5 million) in 2024.
The company, which produces flour, feed, bran, and wheat derivatives, linked this growth to steady demand and improved cost management across its operations.
Fourth Milling Co. recorded revenue of SAR 660 million (US$175.8 million) in 2025, up 7% from the previous year. The company added SAR 43 million (US$11.5 million) in revenue, driven mainly by its flour business. Sales volume in this segment rose by 13% compared to 2024, with demand holding firm across product categories.
“It was a year of strong performance driven by the trust of our partners and our ongoing commitment to delivering high-quality products,” the company said.
The bran segment held steady, with better prices supporting revenue. However, the animal feed segment recorded a 17% drop in sales volume, which slowed overall growth.
Fourth Milling Co. runs three facilities in Riyadh, Medina, and the Eastern region. These sites process 3,150 tonnes of wheat per day and produce 450 tonnes of animal feed daily.
The company said it kept costs in check while growing revenue. The cost of goods sold rose by 6%, a slower pace than revenue growth. General and administrative expenses remained unchanged from the previous year.
“We successfully maintained general and administrative expenses at the same level as last year, underscoring our commitment to cost control,” the company said.
Selling and distribution expenses increased by 38%, driven by higher logistics and marketing costs. Despite this, improved cash management led to a 34% rise in income from Sharia-compliant deposits.
Expansion project to raise capacity
The results follow a major investment announced in November 2025. Fourth Milling Co. signed a deal worth SAR 265 million (US$70.7 million) to build a new flour mill and feed plant in Al-Kharj.
The project includes factory buildings, warehouses, and related infrastructure. Once complete, it will add a 750-tonne-per-day flour mill and a 240-tonne-per-day feed mill. This will increase the company’s total milling capacity to 1,350 tonnes per day.
The General Food Security Authority approved the project, aligning it with Saudi Arabia’s food security plans.
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