Henkel Reports Positive Organic Sales Growth in Q1 2026

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA reported a positive start to the fiscal year 2026, with the first-quarter organic sales growth rising by 1.7%, bringing the total sales to approximately 5.0 billion euros. This growth was driven by both the Adhesive Technologies and Consumer Brands units.

Adhesive Technologies experienced a 1.7% organic sales increase, largely due to strong performance in the Mobility & Electronics sector. Consumer Brands saw a 1.8% rise, driven by significant growth in the Hair business area. Despite this, the company faced challenges such as negative foreign exchange impacts and sales reductions from acquisitions/divestments.

Henkel also executed five M&A transactions, adding 1.6 billion euros in anticipated sales, and concluded a share buyback program. The company's financial outlook for 2026 remains unchanged, predicting organic growth between 1.0% and 3.0%.