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title: "IBE: Net profit up 22% and EBITDA up 7% in H1 2026, with guidance reaffirmed for >8% growth"
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description: "Net profit rose 22% and adjusted EBITDA 7% in H1 2026, driven by strong Networks and Power & Customers performance, major investments in the U.K., U.S., and Brazil, and strategic acquisitions. Guidance for over 8% adjusted net profit growth in 2026 is reaffirmed, with further upside possible if positive trends persist.Based on DisclaimerThis is an AI-generated summary and may contain inaccuracies. Please verify any important information with the original source."
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# IBE: Net profit up 22% and EBITDA up 7% in H1 2026, with guidance reaffirmed for >8% growth

Net profit rose 22% and adjusted EBITDA 7% in H1 2026, driven by strong Networks and Power & Customers performance, major investments in the U.K., U.S., and Brazil, and strategic acquisitions. Guidance for over 8% adjusted net profit growth in 2026 is reaffirmed, with further upside possible if positive trends persist.

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