Groupe Guillin (ALGIL) H2 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue reached €884.5M in 2025, up 1.7% year-over-year, with stable volumes despite a challenging economic environment.

• Net income declined to €48.6M, down €11.5M from the previous year, mainly due to rising production and personnel costs.

• The group maintained a strong financial position, with net financial debt at €38.5M and equity at €658.7M.

• Major investments totaled €68.2M, focused on industrial and logistics upgrades.

• Strategic acquisitions in Belgium and France expanded the paper/cardboard packaging segment.

Financial highlights

• Operating income was €67.5M, down 13.6% from 2024, reflecting inflationary pressures.

• EBITDA and cash flow generation remained robust, with a cash flow from operations of €93.9M (10.6% of revenue).

• Dividend per share set at €0.90, with a total payout of €16.7M.

• The group’s share price closed at €26.75 at year-end, down from €28.35 in 2024.

Outlook and guidance

• The group anticipates continued regulatory and inflationary challenges, especially from new EU packaging rules effective August 2026.

• Ongoing geopolitical tensions (notably in the Middle East) may impact supply chains and input costs.

• The group remains focused on product innovation, diversification in materials, and operational efficiency.