Saint-Gobain reported that its sales increased by 3.4% in H1 2025.
It also achieved a record operating margin of 11.8%, as well as a record EBITDA and operating income, up 7.0% and 5.0%, respectively.
Benoit Bazin, Chairman and CEO, said: “Our first-half 2025 performance once again demonstrates the strength of Saint-Gobain’s new profile, with growth in sales and earnings despite a certain wait-and-see environment in some markets.
“Asia and emerging countries continued to drive growth for the group and Europe reported a further sequential improvement, while North America saw a slight decrease in sales.”
He went on to outline that the group’s recent acquisitions in construction chemicals, totalling €1.7 billion.
“The integration of our recent acquisitions has enabled us to strengthen and benefit from balanced earnings across three geographic zones.
“Our decentralised operating model by country, with no direct exposure to customs tariffs, is key to the group’s ability to withstand external shocks.”
Saint-Gobain also expects an operating margin of over 11.0% at the end of the year.
“Despite a still contrasted macroeconomic environment and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, I am confident that 2025 will be another successful year for Saint-Gobain, thanks to our dedicated teams: I applaud their commitment.”
