France · Delayed Price · Currency is EUR Louis Hachette Group Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2025
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Revenue grew 4% to EUR 9.6 billion in 2025, with strong gains in publishing and travel retail, and net debt reduced below EUR 1.6 billion. 2026 guidance calls for stable publishing revenue, continued travel retail growth, and a focus on deleveraging and operational discipline.
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Record H1 EBITDA of €220M and revenue up 4% to €4.5B, with strong publishing and travel retail performance. Net debt fell below €2B, and the group targets further deleveraging and high single-digit H2 sales growth, despite FX headwinds and digital disruption.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Record 2024 results with revenue up 11% and strong EBIT, driven by Publishing and Travel Retail. Net debt reduced, digital and international segments expanded, and dividend payouts increased. Confident outlook for 2025 with continued growth and investment focus.