Switzerland's Forbo H1 net profit slips on higher costs, currency impact
Switzerland's Forbo H1 net profit slips on higher costs, currency impact
Overview
Switzerland floor coverings and conveyor belt maker's H1 net sales up 4% in local currencies
Adjusted EPS and net profit declined yr/yr, impacted by currency and one-off costs
Company confirmed 2026 full-year guidance despite challenging market conditions
Outlook
Forbo confirms 2026 full-year guidance
Company expects slightly lower sales for 2026 due to currency effects
Company expects slightly higher operating profit for 2026 than prior year
Result Drivers
CURRENCY EFFECTS - Negative currency movements, especially a strong Swiss franc, offset local-currency sales growth and reduced reported operating profit
HIGHER PROCUREMENT COSTS - Increased costs for raw materials, energy, and transportation weighed on profit margins, despite price increases
OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS - Early benefits from operational improvement initiatives supported underlying profit, especially in Movement Systems
Company press release: ID:nEQ5ydpvWa
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
H1 Sales |
| CHF 545.70 mln |
|
H1 Adjusted EPS |
| CHF 21.66 |
|
H1 Net Income |
| CHF 30.80 mln |
|
H1 EBIT |
| CHF 41.90 mln |
|
H1 EBITDA |
| CHF 66.50 mln |
|
H1 EBITDA Margin |
| 12.20% |
|
H1 EBIT Margin |
| 7.70% |
|
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