Havas

Havas reported revenue of €638 million for Q1 2026, missing the market expectation of €667.5 million by 4.42%, which led to a 3.68% decline in the stock in after-hours trading. Organic growth was 2.5%, in line with the full-year guidance of 2–3%, while negative currency effects weighed on revenue by 5.8%. North America showed strong organic growth of 7.4%; management confirms the full-year guidance for an EBIT margin of 13.2–13.5% and is focusing on AI initiatives as a growth driver. » More on de.investing.com

Havas reported net revenue of €638m for Q1 2026, which represents -1.6% on a reported basis, while organic growth was +2.5% and a currency effect of -5.8% weighed on the numbers. North America was the main growth driver at +7.4%, Europe grew modestly by 1.1%, and Asia-Pacific fell by 6.2%. Management highlights AI investments (AVA, Vermeer.ai), completed four bolt-on acquisitions and continued share buybacks. Havas confirms its 2026 guidance (organic net revenue growth 2.0–3.0%, adjusted EBIT margin 13.2–13.5%) and expects the currency effect to ease over the course of the year. » More on de.investing.com

Havas NV generated €2.8 billion in revenue in 2025 with 3.1% organic growth and increased adjusted EBIT to €358 million, lifting the EBIT margin to 12.9%. Net profit attributable to the group rose 9.2% to €189 million, and the net cash position remained stable at €207 million. The share price was unchanged at 15.59; management emphasizes increased AI integration and customer retention strategies. For 2026 Havas expects organic growth of 2–3% and an EBIT margin of 13.2–13.5%, and a medium-term margin of 14–15% by 2028. » More on de.investing.com