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R&S Group's Positive Outlook Amid Challenges in H1 2026
R&S Group Holding AG reported its trading update for the first half of 2026, revealing a mixed performance. The company saw an order intake of CHF 216.8 million and net sales of CHF 179.2 million, resulting in a book-to-bill ratio of 1.2. Despite a 10% decline in adjusted order intake, the order backlog grew by 17% to CHF 357.9 million, indicating robust demand.
The EBITDA margin stood at 19%, while the free cash flow margin reached 6.4%. Strategic investments in power transformer capacity and commercial capabilities continue as planned, with the company shifting focus to data centers, battery energy storage systems, and industrial infrastructure.
R&S Group anticipates FY2026 net sales of around CHF 410–420 million, supported by a strong order backlog. CEO Eduardo Terzi expressed confidence in the company's long-term growth potential, despite current challenges in the utility distribution transformer sector.
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