Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR
ZUG, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Galderma Group AG (SIX: GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced its financial results for the first half of 2026.
- Net sales reached 3.134 billion USD, surpassing 3 billion USD for the first time in the first six months of the year and representing net sales growth of 24.6% at constant currency1.
- Broad-based, double-digit growth in both International markets and the U.S. as well as in all product categories, primarily driven by volume and complemented by favorable mix.
- Outperforming the market in each product category, with net sales growth year-on-year at constant currency of 12.1% in Injectable Aesthetics, 16.4% in Dermatological Skincare, and 67.9% in Therapeutic Dermatology.
- Demonstrating leadership in dermatology through ongoing geographic expansion and differentiated innovation, including Nemluvio® (nemolizumab), which generated 433 million USD in net sales, Relfydess™ (RelabotulinumtoxinA), which continues to ramp-up with approvals in 33 International markets, alongside continued investment in science-based innovation and medical education.
- Core EBITDA2 margin expansion of 328 basis points at constant currency, ahead of initial expectations for the first half, with Core EBITDA reaching 802 million USD, up 42.8% year-on-year at constant currency, and a Core EBITDA margin of 25.6%.
- Core EPS3 grew to 2.34 USD, up 68.5% year-on-year, driven by strong Core EBITDA and reduced financing costs.
- Raising 2026 full-year net sales guidance to 19-21% growth at constant currency (previously 17-20%) based on a strong trajectory, and confirming Core EBITDA margin of approximately 26% at constant currency.
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“Galderma delivered a strong first half of 2026, with broad-based growth across geographies and product categories, reflecting the strength of our integrated dermatology strategy. Our upcoming inclusion in the Swiss Market Index, Switzerland’s leading blue-chip equity index, effective September 21, is an important milestone in our journey as a listed company and further recognition of Galderma’s progress. Building on this momentum, we are raising our full-year net sales growth guidance as we continue to advance our dermatology powerhouse ambition.” FLEMMING ØRNSKOV, M.D., MPH CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
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