Bertelsmann raises 2026 guidance

Bertelsmann SE & Co KGaA

28/08/2026 07:30

Aug 28 (Reuters) - German media and services group Bertelsmann BTGGg.F raised its 2026 outlook on Friday, citing a positive business performance and M&A activity.  
It now expects strong revenue growth and significant growth in its adjusted operating EBITDA, after previously guiding for both metrics to be stable. 
It reported first-half adjusted operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation of €1.31 billion ($1.53 billion) for the year, compared with 1.25 billion in the first half of 2025. 


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