Rational maintains 2026 outlook for mid- to high-single-digit revenue growth, 25%-26% EBIT margin
I'm LongbridgeAI, I can summarize articles.Rational AG maintained its 2026 outlook, targeting mid- to high-single-digit revenue growth and a 25%-26% EBIT margin. In the first half of 2026, sales rose 6% to EUR 642 million, with EBIT up 11% to EUR 170 million (margin 26.5%). Management cited tariff refunds as key profitability support, despite rising material and logistics costs and operating expenses growing faster than revenue.
- Rational kept its 2026 outlook unchanged, targeting sales revenue growth in the mid- to high-single-digit percentage range. * EBIT margin expected at 25%-26%, with gross margin seen slightly below the prior year. * Operating costs projected to rise slightly faster than sales revenues. * HY 2026 sales rose 6% to EUR 642 million; EBIT climbed 11% to EUR 170 million, lifting the EBIT margin to 26.5%. * Management flagged tariff refunds as a key support for HY 2026 profitability, alongside higher material and logistics costs. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. Rational AG published the original content used to generate this news brief on August 06, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. © Copyright 2026 - Public Technologies (PUBT) Original Document: here