DOUGLAS Group Revises Forecast Amid Market Challenges

DOUGLAS Group has updated its financial guidance for 2025/26, reflecting Q3 performance lagging expectations due to macroeconomic uncertainties. Customer spending shows sensitivity to prices, affecting revenue growth. The company now projects a 0-1% sales increase, equating to 4.58-4.63 billion euros, and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 15.0%. This is a revision from previous targets set at the lower end of 4.65-4.80 billion euros and a 16.0% margin.

DOUGLAS is emphasizing strategic priorities to adapt to the market shift, reallocating investments to enhance digitalization, differentiation, and pricing strategy. CEO Sander van der Laan highlights a focus on competitive pricing and an omnichannel business model. Despite challenges, this approach aims to ensure the group's profitable growth and maintain consumer engagement with its premium beauty offerings.