Aalberts: Revenue of €772M and EBITA Margin of 14.2% in Q1 2026
Aalberts N.V. recorded an organic growth of 2.8% in the first quarter of 2026, with revenue reaching 772 million euros and an EBITA margin of 14.2%. This recovery comes after a period marked by geopolitical uncertainties and is accompanied by improved margins across its three business segments.
Restored Growth and Improving Margins
The Dutch group generated revenue of 772 million euros in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting an organic growth of 2.8% compared to the same period last year. The EBITA result stood at 109.7 million euros, corresponding to an EBITA margin of 14.2%.
This performance demonstrates an improvement in both growth and profitability, with an enhanced EBITA margin across the group's three business segments. The progress comes in a context where Aalberts had to absorb the effects of geopolitical tensions on global economic activity.
Strategic Initiatives Bearing Fruit
Stéphane Simonetta, the CEO, highlighted the role of business development initiatives in this return to positive growth. Concurrently, efforts in operational excellence have contributed to the improvement of the EBITA margin in each of the three segments.
The group also made three acquisitions in the previous fiscal year, aiming to rebalance its portfolio and geographical presence. These operations, currently in the integration phase, are already making a positive contribution to the results. The value-added margin has remained at a good level.
Positive Outlook for the Full Year
The group anticipates improvements in organic growth and EBITA margin throughout 2026, subject to the current market conditions being maintained. Aalberts will continue to roll out its strategic plans as part of its 'Thrive 2030' roadmap.
In the first quarter, the group also proceeded with the repurchase of 994,341 shares for a total amount of 31.257 million euros, as part of its share buyback program.
