Havas reported a 2.6% organic growth in net revenue for the first half of 2026, with India emerging as one of the advertising and communications group's strongest-performing markets alongside Latin America, Central and Eastern Europe, and Africa.
The company posted net revenue of €1.362 billion for H1 2026, up 1.2% from €1.346 billion in the corresponding period last year. Adjusted EBIT increased to €150 million from €144 million, while the adjusted EBIT margin improved to 11%, compared with 10.7% a year ago. Net income attributable to the group rose 13.5% to €84 million.
Havas attributed its organic growth to broad-based momentum across multiple regions, with India identified as one of the standout contributors to the group's performance during the period.
The company also continued to expand its capabilities through acquisitions and investments. During the first half of the year, Havas completed eight majority acquisitions, including Format in France, Archrival in the US and MUT in Spain. It also increased its investment in AI-powered consumer intelligence platform Vurvey Labs, reinforcing its focus on AI, sports marketing, experiential services and strategic advisory.
Havas said its operating joint venture with Horizon Media, Horizon Global, delivered encouraging progress during the period, supported by new business wins and a growing commercial pipeline.
Looking ahead, the company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 outlook. It expects organic net revenue growth of 2–3%, an adjusted EBIT margin of 13.2–13.5%, and a dividend payout ratio of around 40%.
