Observed Signal · Jun 19, 2026 · Earnings Report · Source: Manager Magazin · Impact: 4/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Hornbach Reports Higher Sales, Slight Dip in Operating Profit
Hornbach started fiscal 2026/27 with revenue growth driven by strong performance in its European DIY and garden markets, while adjusted operating profit (EBIT) fell marginally. In the quarter to end-May, sales rose by nearly 5% to about €2.0 billion, while adjusted EBIT decreased 0.5% to €161 million and the adjusted operating margin declined from 8.5% to 8.0%. Net profit after non-controlling interests was €99.8 million, down 5.7%, pressured by higher interest costs and negative currency effects. Management cited higher personnel and operating costs (including maintenance and IT) but maintained the full-year guidance: expected revenue roughly at €6.4 billion and an approximately stable adjusted EBIT versus prior year. The SDax-listed stock rose about 2% on the morning of the report.
Quarterly financial results and guidance from a publicly listed retailer affect investor sentiment, indicate cost pressures (personnel, IT) and may influence retail investment and marketing budgets.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Hornbach's revenue for the three months to end-May rose ~5% year-on-year to around €2.0 billion.
- Adjusted operating profit (EBIT) fell 0.5% to €161 million; adjusted operating margin declined from 8.5% to 8.0%.
- Net profit after non-controlling interests was €99.8 million, down 5.7% year-on-year, due to higher interest expenses and negative currency effects.
- Management maintained full-year guidance for 2026/27: revenue about €6.4 billion and an approximately stable adjusted EBIT (prior-year adjusted EBIT ~€265 million).
- Company cited higher personnel costs (expansion to new markets) and increased operating costs including maintenance and IT infrastructure as drivers of margin pressure; the share rose ~2% to €79 on the morning of the report.
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