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Strong growth in key markets, a successful start to the summer season, and double-digit momentum at UGO brought solid results for the Kofola Group in Q2 2026. Total group revenues grew by 7.7%.

A beautiful summer, a strong season in the Adriatic region, and successful product innovations helped Kofola achieve a growth-oriented quarter. The Kofola Group achieved these great results despite the gradual impact of Middle Eastern geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices on raw material costs (fuel, preforms, film). However, the Group successfully mitigated cost pressures through timely strategic pre-stocking and operational efficiency.

"I am pleased that, despite the turbulent environment surrounding the uneasy situation in the Strait of Hormuz, we are holding firm to our growth trajectory. In the second quarter, we achieved revenues of € 131,678 ths. and EBITDA grew by 16.3%.

Overall, we are also satisfied with the summer season, as the weather certainly worked in our favor," comments Martin Pisklák, CFO of the Kofola Group.

The core non-alcoholic pillar in the Czech Republic and Slovakia confirmed its growth trend in the second quarter, further supported by summer season innovations. "Following the successful launch of Kofola Nulka and Rajec 321 functional water, Kofola expanded its retail portfolio with new flavors of sugar-free Korunní Etera and the Jupík Lollipopz children's drink. Given the major trend of homemade lemonades in the gastro segment, we complemented our offer with premium Boccetta syrups, ideal for their preparation," describes Daniel Buryš, CEO of Kofola ČeskoSlovensko.

Double-digit growth was also supported by the Adriatic division, benefiting from an early start to the tourist season. Revenues in Slovenia grew by 4%, in Croatia by 3%, and the key HoReCa channel surged by 5%. "A shift toward higher-margin formats and strict control of operating expenses helped us protect profitability. Furthermore, Radenska Naturelle received the prestigious Grand Gold Award at Monde Selection, and Studena took home six gold awards for marketing excellence at the Dani Komunikacije festival," states Marián Šefčovič, CEO of Radenska Adriatic.

The brewing division faced a weaker period. However, the drop in exports was mitigated by the domestic market, driven by the Zubr (+13.9%) and Litovel (+5.9%) brands, as well as canned formats in general (+27.4%).

The UGO network became the most dynamic jumper of the quarter, delivering nearly 14% growth in gross revenues and an approximately 35% increase in EBITDA. This was driven by continued growth in visitor numbers and sales at UGO Salateria, further expansion (Zličín, Europark, Fénix, Letňany), and growing sales of packaged healthy meals in the Czech Republic. In Slovakia, there is a clear growing interest in fresh food and beverages from Freshbars and Salaterias. Year-on-year revenue growth in the QSR segment in the second quarter reached +22%.

The herbal pillars LEROS and Premium Rosa successfully managed their off-season period—Premium Rosa also launched a restructuring process in August to boost efficiency ahead of the crucial final quarter of the year.

Summer weather and the overall season point to a strong year for the Kofola Group. Future EBITDA growth is also indicated by recently completed acquisitions – Kofola decided to save precious mineral and healing waters in Bílina and Mariánské Lázně, and strengthened its gastro presence by acquiring a stake in the CØKAFE coffee shop chain.

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