JOST Werke posts record first-half 2026 earnings
German transport equipment maker JOST Werke reports all-time high revenue and profit for H1 2026, driven by strong demand in Europe and North America.
JOST Werke AG said on Monday it posted record revenue and net profit for the first half of 2026, citing robust demand for its transport equipment in Europe and North America.
The German manufacturer of coupling systems and trailer equipment reported H1 2026 revenue of €512 million, up 18% year-over-year, while net profit rose 22% to €78 million. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) increased 15% to €112 million.
Management attributed the growth to sustained demand in commercial vehicle markets, particularly in the European Union and the United States, where regulatory pressures favoring safer transport solutions have supported sales. The company also highlighted improved operational efficiency and cost discipline as key contributors to profitability.
JOST Werke’s order backlog stood at €480 million at the end of June, up 12% from the same period last year, signaling continued momentum into the second half of the year. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, targeting revenue of €1.05 billion and EBITDA of €220 million for 2026.
Chief Executive Officer Dr. Thomas Ohm said the results reflect the company’s strategic focus on high-margin products and geographic diversification, positioning it well for potential market volatility.
Shares in JOST Werke were up 3.2% in early Frankfurt trading on Monday.
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