Avolta Reports Strong Q3 Growth and Margin Improvement

Avolta AG (SIX: AVOL) reported a notable performance in the third quarter of 2026. The company achieved a consolidated turnover of CHF 10,663 million and an operating profit of CHF 882 million. Organic growth accelerated to 4.6% in Q3, up from 2.9% in Q2. The EBITDA margin for Q3 reached 11.6%, closing the year-on-year margin gap to 40bps from 60bps in Q2.

Strategic investments in DFS Okinawa and Penha Duty Free completed in the quarter contributed to positive growth. Avolta's financial net debt stood at CHF 2,728 million, with a leverage ratio of 2.0x. The company's share buyback program repurchased CHF 191 million of shares.

CEO Xavier Rossinyol expressed confidence in the company's medium-term targets, highlighting strong cash generation and profitability initiatives. Despite disruptions in the Middle East, Avolta maintains its projection of 5%-7% annual organic growth.