Katjes International, a European brand holding company, announced a 55% increase in group revenue for the first half of 2026, reaching EUR 256.0 million compared to EUR 164.8 million in the previous year. The company's EBITDA also rose by approximately 14% to EUR 15.8 million, up from EUR 13.9 million. This growth was primarily driven by the consolidation of the Bogner companies, acquired in September 2025, and the first-time inclusion of Nature Delivered Ltd. (Graze), which was acquired from Unilever in February 2026.
The acquisition of Graze, a well-known UK healthy snacking brand, adds a production site in London with around 180 employees to Katjes International's portfolio. This move aligns with the company's strategy to strengthen its presence in the health-conscious consumer segment. Additionally, Katjes Quiet Luxury, a subsidiary established in 2025, expanded its portfolio by acquiring approximately a 27% stake in the Italian luxury brand Missoni in May 2026. This investment follows the acquisition of a majority stake in the Bogner Group in September 2025, further diversifying the company's brand holdings across luxury and lifestyle sectors.
The revenue and earnings growth in the first half was largely attributed to these strategic acquisitions. However, the company noted that Bogner, like many of its existing brands, traditionally generates a significant portion of its business in the second half of the year. As a result, Katjes International expects a substantial increase in earnings over the remainder of 2026.
Financially, the company maintains a solid foundation. As of June 30, 2026, group equity stood at approximately EUR 255.1 million, corresponding to an equity ratio of around 30%. Despite completing several acquisitions during the period, Katjes International retained a comfortable liquidity position of EUR 74.1 million.
Looking ahead, Katjes International confirmed its full-year guidance of at least EUR 650 million in group revenue and an EBITDA margin between 10% and 12%. The company remains confident in achieving these targets, driven by the expected stronger second-half performance from its existing portfolio and the positive contributions from recent acquisitions.
The consolidated interim report for the first half of 2026 is available on the company's website at https://katjes-international.de/en/presse-und-awards/.
Industry observers note that Katjes International's aggressive acquisition strategy, which includes moves into healthy snacking and luxury fashion, positions the company to capitalize on consumer trends toward wellness and premium brands. The diverse portfolio may help mitigate risks associated with economic fluctuations in any single sector. For business leaders, this growth underscores the potential of strategic brand acquisitions to drive significant revenue expansion and portfolio diversification.
