HMS Bergbau AG, a leading independent commodities trading and marketing company based in Germany, has invited investors and media representatives to a video conference with its Management Board on 8 October 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CET. The webcast will feature CEO Dennis Schwindt and CFO Jens Moir presenting the financial ratios for the first half of 2026 and providing an update on current developments within the company. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Interested parties can register for the event via the link provided in the original announcement, which is accessible through the NEWMEDIAWIRE release.
The significance of this announcement lies in the extraordinary financial performance HMS Bergbau AG has reported for the first half of 2026. The company increased its revenue from EUR 0.64 billion to EUR 1.1 billion on an IFRS basis, representing a substantial year-over-year increase. Even more notably, EBITDA (IFRS; including one-off items) surged from EUR 8.4 million to EUR 22.5 million. These figures underscore the company's robust growth trajectory and operational efficiency. One-off items totalling EUR 8.4 million resulted from the first-time consolidation of the mining company Hoshoza Resources Vryheid in South Africa. Adjusted for these one-off effects, operating EBITDA stood at EUR 14.1 million, still a significant improvement over the previous year's EUR 8.4 million. This adjusted figure highlights the underlying strength of HMS's core business operations.
The growth momentum was particularly driven by HMS's traditional bulk commodities business and the liquid fuels and lubricants business, which was established in 2025. This diversification strategy appears to be paying off, as the new segment contributed positively to the overall performance. The first-time consolidation of Hoshoza Resources Vryheid also marks a strategic move into mining production, aligning with HMS's stated goal of increasingly participating in the production of commodities through majority and minority holdings. This vertical integration could provide HMS with greater control over supply chains and potentially enhance margins in the long term.
For investors and stakeholders, the upcoming webcast represents a crucial opportunity to gain deeper insights into the company's financial health and strategic direction. The Management Board's presentation will likely elaborate on the factors behind the revenue and EBITDA growth, as well as the impact of the South African mining consolidation. The Q&A session will allow participants to address any concerns or queries directly to the leadership. The full 2026 half-year report is available for download on the company's website, www.hms-ag.com, under the Investor Relations section. This document will provide a comprehensive overview of the financial statements and management commentary.
The webcast and the impressive half-year figures come at a time when global commodity markets are experiencing volatility and shifting demand patterns. HMS Bergbau AG's ability to more than double its revenue and significantly boost EBITDA suggests that it is navigating these challenges effectively and capitalizing on opportunities. The company's global footprint, with activities spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America, and its direct access to high-quality commodity reserves, positions it well to continue its growth story. The expansion into liquid fuels and lubricants, coupled with the mining consolidation, indicates a strategic pivot towards higher-value segments and resource ownership.
Investors and analysts will be keen to hear more about the sustainability of this growth and the outlook for the remainder of 2026. The Management Board's commentary during the webcast could provide valuable guidance on future performance and strategic initiatives. The event is therefore not just a routine financial update but a key moment for HMS Bergbau AG to communicate its vision and reaffirm its position as a leading independent commodities trading and marketing company. For those unable to attend live, the original release and further details are available on www.newmediawire.com.
