L'Oréal posted strong first-half 2026 results with adjusted like-for-like sales growth of 6.5%, significantly outpacing the global beauty market. Sales reached 23.77 billion euros, up 6.8% like-for-like and 5.8% reported, while operating margin hit a record 21.3%, up 20 basis points, even as brand fuel investment rose 70 basis points. Net profit excluding non-recurring items grew 4.7% to 3,959.6 million euros, and all divisions and regions contributed to growth, led by SAPMENA-SSA and a recovering North Asia. The company also announced a 50-year exclusive worldwide beauty licence with Kering for the Gucci brand, effective 1 July 2027.
LOréal S.A.Reports 6.5% like-for-like sales growth and record 21.3% operating margin in H1 2026
Kering SAL'Oréal announces 50-year exclusive worldwide beauty licence with Kering for Gucci brand, effective 2027
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