Henkel Delivers Strong H1 2026 Performance and Raises Full-Year Sales Outlook

Henkel reported strong organic sales growth and solid earnings performance in the first half of 2026, despite operating in a persistently challenging global economic environment.

Performance in the first half of fiscal 2026

“Organic sales growth was once again driven by both business units, each of which achieved positive price and volume development. In Adhesive Technologies, the improvement in sales and earnings was also supported by the consistent and swift execution of pricing initiatives to offset raw material price headwinds,” said Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel. “In Consumer Brands, the Hair business area continued its very strong growth trajectory and the Laundry Care business returned to positive growth.”

“We are consistently executing our strategy with a clear focus on purposeful growth, and our results show the success of this approach. In the first half of the year, we delivered a very strong business performance overall while continuing to significantly invest in our future, including our brands, technologies and innovations. In addition, we significantly accelerated our M&A activities. We have agreed on five acquisitions with a total value of approximately 5 billion euros that will substantially strengthen our two business units. Four of these acquisitions have already been closed. Over the coming years, the acquired businesses are expected to deliver above-average growth in the mid- to high-single-digit percentage range and contribute around 2 billion euros in additional annual sales. This marks another important step in sustainably advancing our growth agenda,” Carsten Knobel continued.

“Based on our strong performance in the first half of the year, we have upgraded our top-line expectations for both the Group and the Adhesive Technologies business unit. At Group level, we now expect organic sales growth of between 1.5 and 3.5 percent, compared to our previous guidance of 1 to 3 percent. For Adhesive Technologies, we have increased our expectations for organic sales growth from 1 to 3 percent to now 2 to 4 percent. Thus, we continue to see Henkel well on track to deliver sustainable and profitable growth.”

2026 Outlook Upgraded Following Strong First-Half Performance

“The very strong business performance in the first half of 2026, characterized by strong organic sales growth and a further improvement in both margin and earnings, demonstrates that Henkel’s transformation is delivering results. We will continue to drive this transformation forward to further strengthen our long-term competitiveness and position the company for future success. We are transforming Henkel for a successful future, and with a clear strategy, we are firmly on track to achieve further profitable growth,” said Carsten Knobel.

Source: Henkel