Comet Holding AG Reports Strong First Half of 2026 Performance

Comet Holding AG recorded a positive first half of 2026, with net sales rising by 5.6% to CHF 239.8 million, translating to a 12.7% increase in constant currency terms. The second quarter saw a sequential sales growth of 25.7%. The company's EBITDA margin improved to 13.1%, up from 10.1% the previous year.

Strong performance was observed across all divisions, driven by a semiconductor market upswing. The Plasma Control Technologies (PCT) division reported a 6.9% increase in net sales, while X-Ray Systems (IXS) doubled purchase orders for its CA20 system. The X-Ray Modules (IXM) division experienced a 10.6% rise in sales, although margins were affected by currency fluctuations.

Looking ahead, Comet anticipates continued growth in the semiconductor sector, projecting 2026 net sales between CHF 540-570 million and an EBITDA margin of 14.0% to 17.0%.