Semi-Annual Report 2026

From its origins to a new era with Barmag: Rieter expands its global technology leadership

Letter to shareholders

Dear shareholder

The first half of 2026 was shaped by the successful completion of the largest acquisition in Rieter’s history. The Man-Made Fiber Division enables entry into the growth segment of man-made fibers and sustainably strengthens Rieter’s market position in the Asia region. The expanded Group is now the world’s leading system supplier for the processing of natural and man-made fibers. In the first half of the year, initial cost savings in material costs and operating expenses have already been realized. The targeted synergies are expected to amount to at least CHF 20 million by the end of the 2028 financial year. Due to the completion of the acquisition on February 2, 2026, the first half of the year for the Man-Made Fiber Division only amounts to five months.

At a glance

554.1

Order intake

CHF million

576.7

Sales

CHF million

-6.3

Operating EBIT

CHF million

54.9

Net loss

CHF million

6 400

Number of employees

-96.3

Free cash flow

CHF million