Hermès International: 2026 Half-year Results

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Half-year information report as at the end of June 2026 Solid sales momentum and excellent results in the first half Revenue amounted to €8.2 billion (+6% in the first quarter and +7% in the second quarter, at constant exchange rates) Recurring operating profitability reached 41.0% of sales Adjusted free cash flow grew by 18% Paris, 29 July 2026 The group’s consolidated revenue in the first half of 2026 amounted to €8.2 billion, up 6% at constant exchange rates and 2% at current exchange rates compared to the same period in 2025. All the regions recorded growth, with the exception of the Middle East, which showed good resilience in a challenging environment. The Americas, Japan and Europe excluding France recorded remarkable progression in both the first and second quarters. Recurring operating income amounted to €3.4 billion (41.0% of sales), slightly up. In the second quarter, sales reached €4.1 billion, up 7% at constant exchange rates, marking a slight acceleration from the first quarter, notably in France, in Japan and in the Middle East. Axel Dumas, Executive Chairman of Hermès, commented:          “In the first half of 2026, Hermès delivered a solid performance, which reflects the strong desirability of its 16 métiers and the trust of its clients. Convinced by the strength of our unique artisanal model and in control of our key balances, we look to the second semester with confidence.” Sales by geographical area at the end of June (at constant exchange rates unless otherwise indicated) At the end of June 2026, all the geographical areas posted growth with the exception of the Middle East, slightly down. Asia excluding Japan (+2%) continued its growth, notably in Greater China. Korea delivered an outstanding performance. January saw the opening of the new store in Hanoi, Vietnam, followed in early April by the new Sanlitun store in Beijing, China. The Hong Kong Elements and Taipei Sogo Fuxing stores reopened at the end of April, after renovation and expansion work. In May, the Hermès in the Making travelling exhibition, which showcases the savoir-faire of our artisans was presented in Shanghai. Japan (+11%) recorded strong growth, with an acceleration in the second quarter. This performance was supported by strong traffic and the loyalty of local customers. Following the expansion and renovation of the Hilton Plaza East store in Osaka in May, the house inaugurated its new store in Nagoya in June. The Americas (+15%) once again delivered a remarkable performance, following an exceptional first quarter, with solid, balanced growth across all countries and métiers. In Los Angeles in June, the house revealed the second chapter of the women’s fall-winter 2026 ready-to-wear collection, with great success. Europe excluding France (+9%) continued its solid momentum across all countries in the region. The Berlin store in Germany reopened in May after renovation and expansion work. On 16 June, the house inaugurated a new Hermès Maison at 166 New Bond Street in London in the United Kingdom. Spanning six buildings and more than 2,000 square metres, this sixth Maison showcases Hermès’ exceptional creativity and savoir-faire. France (+2%) posted a solid acceleration in the second quarter, driven by both local customers and a recovery in tourist traffic. The Other area (-4%), which mainly comprises the Middle East, demonstrated remarkable resistance in an unstable geopolitical environment. The second quarter showed a gradual recovery, driven by local customers and the house’s value strategy. Sales by sector at the end of June (at constant exchange rates unless otherwise indicated) At the end of June 2026, all the métiers, with the exception of Perfume and Beauty, delivered positive growth. The Leather Goods and Saddlery, Ready-to-wear and Accessories, Silk and Textiles as well as Watches métiers accelerated in the second quarter. Leather Goods and Saddlery (+10%) recorded a solid performance, with slightly higher growth in the second quarter. The sector benefited from the high desirability of the collections in all the regions. The new Cliquetis , Kelly Hobo and Double Longe models have been met with great success. Hermès continued to increase its production capacities, with the opening of a twenty-fifth leather goods workshop in Loupes (Gironde) in early April. Three further leather goods workshops are scheduled to open in the coming years: Charleville-Mézières (Ardennes) in 2027, Colombelles (Calvados) in 2028 and Les Andelys (Eure) by 2030. Hermès thus continues to reinforce its local anchoring in France through the development of employment and training. The Ready-to-wear and Accessories sector (+2%) benefitted from a notable improvement in the second quarter driven by strong momentum in ready-to-wear. The women’s fall-winter 2026 collection was successfully unveiled in early March at the Garde Républicaine, followed by the second chapter of the collection in June in Los Angeles, which generated tremendous enthusiasm. The Silk and Textiles sector (+10%) delivered a remarkable performance, with an acceleration in the second quarter, driven by abundant creativity and a rich palette of colours, designs and shapes. To mark the opening of Maison Bond Street in London, the Bouquet Final and Cocoricooooo scarves were reinterpreted in tribute to the capital of the United Kingdom, while The New Hermès Record scarf was unveiled in an exclusive edition created for the occasion, embodying the house’s creative vitality with boldness and elegance. Perfume and Beauty (-4%) continued the development of its lines. The Perfume universe was enhanced with a seventh creation in the Jardin collection, Un Jardin sous la Mer , together with a new Hermessence fragrance, Musc Pallida . The first foundation in the Hermès Beauty Line, Plein Air , launched at the beginning of the year, has met with great success. The Watches métier, stable over the first half, posted solid growth in the second quarter. The métier drew on the strength of its iconic collections, including Cape Cod , and the enrichment of its offering. At the Watches & Wonders exhibition in Geneva, the house notably unveiled a titanium skeleton version of its Hermès H08 watch, equipped with the new H1978 calibre. The expansion of production capacities continues with the extension of the watchmaking facility in Le Noirmont (Switzerland), scheduled for completion by 2028. The Other Hermès sectors (+5%), which include Jewellery and the Home Universe, continued to grow, revealing the full creative strength and singularity of the house. The ninth Haute Bijouterie collection, Into the Horsescape , was unveiled to great enthusiasm in early July, at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris. Meanwhile, the Home collections took centre stage at the Salone del Mobile in April, highlighting the excellence of Hermès’ savoir-faire. High profitability and strong cash flow growth Recurring operating income amounted to €3.4 billion compared to €3.3 billion in the first half of 2025, slightly up. Despite the negative impact of currencies, recurring operating profitability reached 41.0%, compared to 41.4% at the end of June 2025. Consolidated net profit (group share) remained stable at €2.2 billion. It includes, as in the first half of 2025, the exceptional contribution levied on the profits of large companies in France. Excluding this contribution, consolidated net profit (group share) amounted to €2.5 billion, representing 30.7% of sales. Cash flow from operating activities grew strongly by 16% to €2.7 billion, driven by a stable change in working capital requirement, resulting notably from effective inventory management and exceptional sell-through rates on the latest collections. Adjusted free cash flow reached €2.2 billion, up by 18%, after accounting for operating investments (€0.3 billion) and repayment of lease liabilities (€0.2 billion). After distribution of dividends of €1.9 billion and share buybacks dedicated to employee share ownership plans for €0.2 billion, the restated net cash position amounted to €12.9 billion at the end of June 2026, compared to €12.8 billion at the end of December 2025. A sustainable and responsible model In line with its commitments as a responsible employer, Hermès continued to create employment, increasing its workforce by more than 600 people over the first six months of the year, including 300 in France. At the end of June 2026, the group employed 27,107 people, 16,656 of whom are based in France. In February, the house distributed a bonus of €3,000 to all its employees worldwide for 2025, in order to share the fruits of growth with those who contribute to it daily. In March 2026, Hermès conducted a new employee survey, entitled “Hermès Hears”, inviting all its employees worldwide to share their views on their workplace well-being and their level of engagement. This survey, which 90% of employees completed, highlighted their strong engagement as well as their pride in belonging to the house. Hermès pursued its action in favour of nature, successfully completing the first two steps of the Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN) initiative. The materiality assessment and the prioritisation of impacts provide a rigorous scientific basis for setting ambitious and measurable targets. This independent validation demonstrates the strength of Hermès’ approach and its commitment to placing biodiversity conservation at the heart of its strategy. Furthermore, Hermès participated in the launch of the fourth Livelihoods Fund, of which it has been a partner since 2012. The fund combines action to fight climate change, support for the transition to regenerative agriculture, and improvement of local livelihoods. Finally, Hermès has been recognized by the Transparency Awards “Vigilance Plan” award, which recognizes the clarity of its communication on its supply chain and the quality of its non-financial disclosures. Other highlights At the end of June 2026, currency fluctuations represented a significant negative impact of more than €360 million on revenue. During the first six months of the year, Hermès International redeemed 94,846 shares for €160 million, excluding transactions completed within the framework of the liquidity contract. Outlook In the medium-term, despite the economic, geopolitical and monetary uncertainties around the world, the group confirms an ambitious goal for revenue growth at constant exchange rates. The group continues its development with confidence, thanks to the highly integrated artisanal model, balanced distribution network, the creativity of collections and the loyalty of clients. Thanks to its unique business model, Hermès is pursuing its long-term development strategy based on creativity, maintaining control over know-how and singular communication. The theme for the year, Venture beyond , is an invitation to discover new horizons and renew our curiosity, constantly. Limited review procedures have been carried out on the condensed interim consolidated financial statements by the Statutory Auditors in accordance with applicable regulations. The half-year financial report, the press release and the presentation of the 2026 half-year results are available on the group's website: https://finance.hermes.com          Upcoming events: 22 October 2026: Q3 2026 revenue publication 11 February 2027: 2026 full-year results publication 22 April 2027: Q1 2027 revenue publication 28 April 2027: General Meeting of shareholders FIRST HALF 2026 KEY FIGURES In millions of euros H1 2026 2025 H1 2025         Revenue 8,163 16,002 8,034 Growth at current exchange rates vs. n-1 1.6% 5.5% 7.1% Growth at constant exchange rates vs. n-1 (1) 6.1% 8.9% 8.1%         Recurring operating income (2) 3,351 6,569 3,327 As a % of revenue 41.0% 41.0% 41.4%         Operating income 3,351 6,569 3,327 As a % of revenue 41.0% 41.0% 41.4%         Net profit – Group share 2,238 4,524 2,246 As a % of revenue * 27.4% 28.3% 28.0%         Operating cash flows 2,694 5,607 2,733         Operating investments 344 1,161 316         Adjusted free cash flows (3) 2,182 3,880 1,847         Equity – Group share 19,023 18,840 16,602         Net cash position (4) 12,310 12,239 10,319         Restated net cash position (5) 12,926 12,773 10,723         Workforce (number of employees) (6) 27,107 26,494 25,697 (1)         Growth at constant exchange rates is calculated by applying, for each currency, the average exchange rates of the previous period to the revenue for the period. (2)         Recurring operating income is one of the main performance indicators monitored by Group Management. It corresponds to operating income excluding non‑recurring items having a significant impact that may affect understanding of the group’s economic performance. (3)         Adjusted free cash flows are the sum of cash flows related to operating activities, less operating investments and the repayment of lease liabilities recognised in accordance with IFRS 16 (aggregates in the consolidated statement of cash flows). (4)                  Net cash position includes cash and cash equivalents presented under balance sheet assets, less bank overdrafts which appear under short‑term borrowings and financial liabilities on the liabilities side. Net cash position does not include lease liabilities recognised in accordance with IFRS 16. (5)                  The restated net cash position corresponds to net cash plus cash investments that do not meet the IFRS criteria for cash equivalents due in particular to their original maturity of more than three months, less borrowings and financial liabilities. (6)         Permanent + fixed-term employment contracts with no length of service condition. * After restatement of the exceptional contribution on the profits of large companies in France, consolidated net profit (group share) represented 30.7% of revenue in the first half of 2026, compared to 31.2% in the first half of 2025 and 30.3% for full-year 2025. REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHICAL AREA ( 1 )     At the end of June Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates France   753 740 1.8% 1.8% Europe (excl. France)   1,165 1,088 7.1% 8.8% Total Europe   1,918 1,828 4.9% 6.0% Japan   798 815 (2.1%) 11.0% Asia-Pacific (excl. Japan)   3,533 3,574 (1.2%) 2.4% Total Asia   4,330 4,389 (1.3%) 4.0% Americas   1,585 1,455 8.9% 15.3% Other (Middle East)   330 362 (8.9%) (4.2%) TOTAL   8,163 8,034 1.6% 6.1%     2 nd quarter Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates France   407 383 6.2% 6.2% Europe (excl. France)   627 588 6.6% 8.3% Total Europe   1,033 971 6.4% 7.4% Japan   394 394 (0.2%) 12.3% Asia-Pacific (excl. Japan)   1,651 1,603 3.0% 2.5% Total Asia   2,045 1,997 2.4% 4.4% Americas   846 760 11.3% 13.7% Other (Middle East)   170 177 (4.1%) (2.4%) TOTAL   4,094 3,905 4.8% 6.7% (1) Sales by destination. REVENUE BY SECTOR     At the end of June Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates Leather Goods and Saddlery (1)   3,761 3,578 5.1% 9.8% Ready-to-wear and Accessories (2)   2,198 2,255 (2.5%) 2.0% Silk and Textiles   469 447 4.8% 9.7% Other Hermès sectors (3)   1,065 1,056 0.8% 5.4% Perfume and Beauty   233 248 (6.1%) (4.5%) Watches   269 281 (4.2%) 0.2% Other products (4)   168 168 (0.2%) 2.8% TOTAL   8,163 8,034 1.6% 6.1%     2 nd quarter Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates Leather Goods and Saddlery (1)   1,912 1,765 8.4% 10.2% Ready-to-wear and Accessories (2)   1,123 1,106 1.5% 3.6% Silk and Textiles   212 192 10.6% 12.2% Other Hermès sectors (3)   525 512 2.4% 4.0% Perfume and Beauty   107 119 (10.3%) (9.5%) Watches   134 130 3.0% 4.4% Other products (4)   82 82 0.4% 1.9% TOTAL   4,094 3,905 4.8% 6.7% (1) The “Leather Goods and Saddlery” business line includes women’s and men’s bags, travel items, small leather goods and accessories, saddles, bridles and all equestrian objects and clothing. (2) The “Ready-to-wear and Accessories” business line includes Hermès Ready-to-wear for men and women, belts, costume jewellery , gloves, hats and shoes. (3) The “Other Hermès sectors” include Jewellery and Hermès home products (Art of Living and Hermès Tableware). (4) The “Other products” include the production activities carried out on behalf of non-group brands (textile printing, tanning…), as well as John Lobb, Saint-Louis and Puiforcat . REMINDER – 1st QUARTER 2026 REVENUE BY GEOGRAPHICAL AREA ( 1 )     1 st quarter Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates France   347 357 (2.8%) (2.8%) Europe (excl. France)   538 501 7.6% 9.7% Total Europe   885 857 3.2% 4.5% Japan   404 421 (3.9%) 9.6% Asia-Pacific (excl. Japan)   1,881 1,971 (4.6%) 2.2% Total Asia   2,285 2,392 (4.5%) 3.5% Americas   739 695 6.4% 17.2% Other (Middle East)   160 185 (13.4%) (5.9%) TOTAL   4,070 4,129 (1.4%) 5.6% ( 1 ) Sales by destination. REVENUE BY SECTOR     1 st quarter Evolution /2025 In millions of Euros   2026 2025 Published At constant exchange rates Leather Goods and Saddlery (1)   1,849 1,813 2.0% 9.4% Ready-to-wear and Accessories (2)   1,076 1,149 (6.4%) 0.4% Silk and Textiles   257 256 0.4% 7.8% Other Hermès sectors (3)   540 544 (0.6%) 6.8% Perfume and Beauty   127 129 (2.2%) 0.2% Watches   135 151 (10.3%) (3.7%) Other products (4)   86 87 (0.7%) 3.6% TOTAL   4,070 4,129 (1.4%) 5.6% (1) The “Leather Goods and Saddlery” business line includes women’s and men’s bags, travel items, small leather goods and accessories, saddles, bridles and all equestrian objects and clothing. (2) The “Ready-to-wear and Accessories” business line includes Hermès Ready-to-wear for men and women, belts, costume jewellery , gloves, hats and shoes. (3) The “Other Hermès sectors ” include Jewellery and Hermès home products (Art of Living and Hermès Tableware). (4) The “Other products” include the production activities carried out on behalf of non-group brands (textile printing, tanning…), as well as John Lobb, Saint-Louis and Puiforcat . APPENDIX – EXTRACT FROM FIRST HALF CONSOLIDATED ACCOUNTS CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT In millions of euros H1 2026 H1 2025 Revenue 8,163 8,034 Cost of sales (2,356) (2,356) Gross margin 5,807 5,678 Sales and administrative expenses (1,899) (1,832) Other income and expenses (558) (519) Recurring operating income 3,351 3,327 Other non-recurring income and expenses - - Operating income 3,351 3,327 Net financial income 90 148 Net income before tax 3,441 3,475 Income tax (1,217) (1,230) Net income from associates 23 26 CONSOLIDATED NET INCOME 2,247 2,271 Non-controlling interests (9) (25) NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO OWNERS OF THE PARENT 2,238 2,246 Basic earnings per share (in euros) 21.36 21.43 Diluted earnings per share (in euros) 21.32 21.39 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME In millions of euros H1 2026 H1 2025   Consolidated net income 2,247 2,271   Changes in foreign currency adjustments 135 (501)   Hedges of future cash flows in foreign currencies 1 (142) 250   Items recyclable through profit or loss (7) (250)   Assets at fair value 1 (41) (25)   Actuarial gains and losses 1 - -   Items not recyclable through profit or loss (41) (25)   Other comprehensive income (48) (275)   NET COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 2,200 1,996   attributable to owners of the parent 2,190 1,976   attributable to non-controlling interests 9 21   (1) Net of tax.         CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET ASSETS In millions of euros 30/06/2026 31/12/2025 Goodwill 185 180 Intangible assets 228 231 Right-of-use assets 1,934 2,002 Property, plant and equipment 3,563 3,486 Financial assets 1,230 1,196 Investments in associates 245 227 Deferred tax assets 1,089 914 Other non-current assets 201 176 Non-current assets 8,674 8,412 Inventories and work-in-progress 2,704 2,575 Trade and other receivables 532 418 Current tax receivables 63 45 Other current assets 298 370 Financial derivatives 214 262 Cash and cash equivalents 12,310 12,239 Current assets 16,121 15,911 TOTAL ASSETS 24,795 24,322 LIABILITIES In millions of euros 30/06/2026 31/12/2025 Share capital 54 54 Share premium 50 50 Treasury shares (836) (677) Reserves 17,117 14,443 Foreign currency adjustments (38) (173) Revaluation adjustments 438 621 Net income attributable to owners of the parent 2,238 4,524 Equity attributable to owners of the parent 19,023 18,840 Non-controlling interests 2 6 Equity 19,025 18,846 Borrowings and financial liabilities due in more than one year 4 34 Lease liabilities due in more than one year 1,934 1,987 Non-current provisions 37 38 Post-employment and other employee benefit obligations due in more than one year 160 146 Deferred tax liabilities 13 14 Other non-current liabilities 68 72 Non-current liabilities 2,217 2,291 Borrowings and financial liabilities due in less than one year 1 0 Lease liabilities due in less than one year 345 325 Current provisions 114 122 Post-employment and other employee benefit obligations due in less than one year 19 19 Trade and other payables 717 792 Financial derivatives 159 61 Current tax liabilities 787 452 Other current liabilities 1,411 1,414 Current liabilities 3,553 3,186 TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 24,795 24,322 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY In millions of euros   Number of shares   Share capital   Share premium   Treasury shares   Consolidated reserves and net income attributable to owners of the parent   Actuarial gains and losses   Foreign currency adjustments   Revaluation adjustments       Financial investments Hedges of future cash flows in foreign currencies Equity attributable to owners of the parent Non-controlling interests Equity As at 1 January 2025 105,569,412 54 50 (670) 17,163 (95) 355 551 (80) 17,327 7 17,334 Net income - - - - 4,524 - - - - 4,524 36 4,560 Other comprehensive income - - - - - 9 (525) (25) 174 (367) 2 (365) Comprehensive income - - - - 4,524 9 (525) (25) 174 4,157 38 4,195 Change in share capital and share premiums - - - - - - - - - - - - Purchase or sale of treasury shares - - - (7) (2) - - - - (9) - (9) Share-based payments - - - - 132 - - - - 132 - 132 Dividends paid - - - - (2,753) - - - - (2,753) (43) (2,796) Other - - - - (12) - (3) - - (15) 4 (11) As at 31 December 2025 105,569,412 54 50 (677) 19,054 (87) (173) 526 95 18,840 6 18,846 Net income for the first half of 2026 - - - - 2,238 - - - - 2,238 9 2,247 Other comprehensive income for the first half of 2026 - - - - - - 135 (41) (142) (48) 0 (48) Comprehensive income for the first half of 2026 - - - - 2,238 - 135 (41) (142) 2,190 9 2,200 Change in share capital and share premiums - - - - - - - - - - - - Purchase or sale of treasury shares - - - (159) (4) - - - - (162) - (162) Share-based payments - - - - 66 - - - - 66 - 66 Dividends paid - - - - (1,915) - - - - (1,915) (9) (1,924) Other - - - - 3 - (0) - - 3 (4) (1) AS AT 30 JUNE 2026 105,569,412 54 50 (836) 19,443 (87) (38) 485 (47) 19,023 2 19,025 As at 1 January 2025 105,569,412 54 50 (670) 17,163 (95) 355 551 (80) 17,327 7 17,334 Net income for the first half of 2025 - - - - 2,246 - - - - 2,246 25 2,271 Other comprehensive income for the first half of 2025 - - - - - - (497) (25) 250 (271) (4) (275) Comprehensive income for the first year of 2025 - - - - 2,246 - (497) (25) 250 1,976 21 1,996 Change in share capital and share premiums - - - - - - - - - - - - Purchase or sale of treasury shares - - - (5) (2) - - - - (7) - (7) Share-based payments - - - - 66 - - - - 66 - 66 Dividends paid - - - - (2,753) - - - - (2,753) (12) (2,764) Other - - - - (5) - (3) - - (8) 0 (8) AS AT 30 JUNE 2025 105,569,412 54 50 (675) 16,717 (95) (145) 526 171 16,602 16 16,617 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS In millions of euros H1 2026 H1 2025 Net income attributable to owners of the parent 2,238 2,246 Depreciation and amortisation of fixed assets, rights of use and impairment losses 521 463 Foreign exchange gains/(losses) on fair value adjustments (57) 23 Change in provisions 16 7 Net income from associates (23) (26) Net income attributable to non-controlling interests 9 25 Capital gains or losses on disposals and impact of changes in scope of consolidation (5) (3) Change in deferred tax (45) (41) Accrued expenses and income related to share-based payments 66 66 Dividend income (27) (27) Other (0) (0) Operating cash flows 2,694 2,733 Change in working capital requirements 6 (403) CASH FLOWS RELATED TO OPERATING ACTIVITIES (A) 2,699 2,330 Operating investments (344) (316) Acquisitions of consolidated shares (48) (56) Acquisitions of other financial assets (84) (46) Disposals of operating assets 0 1 Disposals of consolidated shares and impact of losses of control - - Disposals of other financial assets 3 7 Change in payables and receivables related to investing activities (40) (26) Dividends received 44 51 CASH FLOWS RELATED TO INVESTING ACTIVITIES (B) (469) (384) Dividends paid (1,924) (2,764) Repayment of lease liabilities (173) (167) Treasury share buybacks net of disposals (160) (6) Borrowing subscriptions - 9 Repayment of borrowings (0) (9) Other 0 1 CASH FLOWS RELATED TO FINANCING ACTIVITIES (C) (2,257) (2,937) Foreign currency translation adjustment (D) 98 (331) CHANGE IN NET CASH POSITION (A) + (B) + (C) + (D) 70 (1,322) Net cash position at the beginning of the period 12,239 11,642 Net cash position at the end of the period 12,310 10,319 Attachment hermes_20260729_pr_firsthalfresults_va

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