Bystronic posts higher H1 2026 order intake but widened loss

Swiss machine-tool maker Bystronic announced first‑half‑2026 results showing an order intake of CHF 337.7 million, a 9.2% increase over the prior year (15.7% at constant exchange rates). The surge was driven by the core business and the contribution of the newly formed Bystronic Rofin unit, which added about CHF 35.5 million to the order book.

Net sales reached CHF 302.9 million, essentially flat versus 2025, but up 5.4% when measured at constant exchange rates. Sales grew in the EMEA region and China, reflecting demand in semiconductor and medical‑technology markets. Despite the top‑line growth, profitability weakened: EBIT turned into a loss of CHF 23.4 million (down from a loss of CHF 7.9 million a year earlier) and the net loss expanded to CHF 25.4 million. The company cited price pressure in single‑machine sales and lower capacity utilization as the main drivers of the margin decline.

Bystronic affirmed its full‑year 2026 guidance, expecting net sales to stay above the previous year’s level, while anticipating continued lower profitability.