Louis Dreyfus Company (LDC) demonstrated continued resilience in the first half of 2025, posting net sales of $26.2 billion despite ongoing global challenges.
The agricultural commodities trader reported EBITDA of $987 million and Segment Operating Results of $1,217 million for the six-month period ending June 30. Volume growth increased 4.4% compared to the same period last year.
"Thanks to the agility and dedication of our global teams, and despite persistent geopolitical, regulatory and environmental challenges, we achieved continued volume growth and delivered a robust financial performance," said Michael Gelchie, LDC's Chief Executive Officer.
The company advanced several strategic investments during the period, including new oilseeds processing facilities in North America, enhanced grains and oilseeds capacity in Argentina, and expanded coffee processing in Brazil.
LDC also made progress on downstream initiatives, inaugurating a new glycerin refining plant in Indonesia and breaking ground on a Food Technology Park in Dongjiakou, China.
Capital expenditure reached $521 million, significantly higher than the $299 million spent during the same period in 2024. Net income was $418 million, down from $489 million in the first half of 2024.
The company expanded operations into Central Europe in September as part of its ongoing transformation into "an increasingly integrated, innovative and sustainable food, feed, fibers and ingredients company," according to Gelchie.
