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