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Ignitis H1 2026 slides: profit falls 21% as renewables face headwinds

Ignitis H1 2026 slides: profit falls 21% as renewables face headwinds

Lithuanian energy firm Ignitis Group disclosed its first-half 2026 results on August 12, showcasing a mixed outcome with a slight rise in operational earnings but a significant decrease in net profits. The company's shares dropped 7.04% to $0.66 after the announcement, nearing the lower end of its 52-week trading range of $0.59 to $1.60.

Adjusted EBITDA increased 1.9% to €306.6 million, boosted by the regulated Networks segment and improved results in Customers & Solutions. Nevertheless, adjusted net profit dropped 20.8% to €115.8 million, as augmented depreciation and amortization charges, coupled with weaker financial activity results, outweighed the operating gains.

The company upheld its full-year 2026 forecast and announced that all substantial construction projects are on track and within budget.

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