Katjes International, a European brand holding company, has reported a significant increase in its financial results for the first half of 2026. The Group's revenue grew by approximately 55% to EUR 256.0 million, up from EUR 164.8 million in the previous year. EBITDA also rose by about 14% to EUR 15.8 million, compared to EUR 13.9 million in the prior year. This growth was primarily driven by the consolidation of recent acquisitions, including Bogner and Graze, and underscores the company's successful expansion strategy.
The acquisition of Nature Delivered Ltd., known as Graze, from Unilever in February 2026 marked a strategic milestone. Graze is one of the UK's most recognized healthy snacking brands, and the deal included its London-based production site with around 180 employees. This move aligns with Katjes International's focus on acquiring strong consumer brands with growth potential. Additionally, the company's Katjes Quiet Luxury segment, established in 2025, continued to expand its portfolio by acquiring an interest of approximately 27% in the Italian luxury brand Missoni in May 2026. This investment follows the majority stake in the Bogner Group acquired in September 2025, adding another globally recognized brand distinguished by its unique identity and commitment to quality.
The robust revenue growth and improved earnings are largely attributed to the inclusion of the Bogner companies, which have been part of the Group since September 2025, and the first-time consolidation of Graze from February 2026. As Bogner, like many parts of the existing portfolio, traditionally generates a significant portion of its business in the second half of the year, Katjes International anticipates a substantial increase in earnings over the remainder of 2026.
The company maintains a solid financial foundation to support its continued growth. As of June 30, 2026, Group equity stood at approximately EUR 255.1 million, corresponding to an equity ratio of around 30%. Despite the acquisitions completed during the period, Katjes International preserved a comfortable liquidity position of EUR 74.1 million at the reporting date. This financial stability provides a strong base for future strategic initiatives.
Looking ahead, Katjes International remains confident about its full-year performance and confirms its guidance of at least EUR 650 million in Group revenue and an EBITDA margin between 10% and 12%. The company's ability to integrate new brands and expand its portfolio positions it well for continued success in the competitive consumer goods market.
For more details, the consolidated interim report as of June 30, 2026, is available at https://katjes-international.de/en/presse-und-awards/. Further information about Katjes International can be found on its website at https://katjes-international.de/en/.
