Lindt & Sprüngli Delivers Solid Half-Year Results Amid Market Volatility

On July 21, 2026, Lindt & Sprüngli reported a 4.3% organic sales growth for the first half of the year, reaching CHF 2.33 billion. The company's operating profit stood at CHF 260.2 million, marking an EBIT margin of 11.2%. Despite geopolitical tensions and market volatility impacting consumer sentiment, the company achieved double-digit growth in North America and other regions. However, a 11.8% price increase led to a volume decline of 7.5%, particularly in Europe.

Growth in North America reached 12.7%, benefiting from premiumization trends. Meanwhile, Lindt & Sprüngli's global expansion continued with new store openings, including a flagship store in Lucerne and the first in Shanghai. The company's strong brand value was reinforced by a 24% increase to USD 11.7 billion, as per the Kantar BrandZ ranking.

Lindt & Sprüngli's involvement in industry initiatives like the TogetherCocoa foundation highlights its commitment to sustainable practices. Despite challenges, the company maintains confidence in achieving its full-year growth targets and improving its profit margins.