MCH Group Posts 12% Revenue Rise, Tripled EBITDA in First Half 2026

The Basler-based MCH Group reported a 12 percent revenue increase to 248.8 million Swiss francs in the first half of 2026, marking its fourth consecutive positive half-year result after years of losses. EBITDA rose sharply to 34.3 million from 18.9 million, while net profit nearly tripled to 18.6 million from 5.3 million in the prior-year period. The company attributed the gains primarily to the inaugural Art Basel Qatar exhibition in February, along with the Conexpo trade show in Las Vegas and Swissbau in Basel. These events contributed significantly to revenue growth, reflecting MCH’s strategic push into the Middle East, a key emerging market in the global art sector. Andrea Zappia, MCH’s CEO, highlighted the event as a pivotal expansion step in a region with strong growth potential in the art market. However, the company also noted headwinds from lower margins in its Expomobilia segment, currency impacts, and the ongoing regional instability in the Middle East, which led to the cancellation of all live events there starting in March. While tensions eased later in the period, MCH expects operations to normalize in the fourth quarter, though with a renewed emphasis on local audiences. The company cited improved operational efficiency across its business as the foundation for sustained profitability, though it did not disclose annual targets. The first-half results reinforced its view that its strategy remains on track for long-term success.