2026 Half-year results: Nexans delivering on its strategy of profitable growth and raises full-year guidance

2026 Half-year results
Nexans delivering on its strategy of profitable growth and raises full-year guidance
Electrification organic growth +4.5%, in the high range of our CMD guidance
Electrification Adjusted EBITDA margin at 13.2% of standard sales
U.S. market footprint expanded through Republic Wire acquisition
PWR-Transmission MI line loaded up until mid-2028

• H1 2026 performance demonstrated the successful execution of Nexans ' profitable growth strategy, supported by the agility of its well-diversified business model
  • H1 2026 standard sales of €3,248.6 million (current sales of €4,736.0 million), up +5.0% including +1.5% organic growth and +3.8% from contribution of acquisitions
  • Strong Electrification businesses performance, up +4.5% organically in H1 2026
  • Group Adjusted EBITDA of €387.7 million, up +4.3% year-on-year, adjusted EBITDA margin at 11.9% of standard sales compared to 12.0% in H1 2025
  • Electrification adjusted EBITDA up +5.2% year-on-year, adjusted EBITDA margin at 13.2% of standard sales still affected by an adverse mix effect, compared to 13.7% of standard sales in H1 2025 (and 13.3% in FY 2025)
  • Net income at €105.9 million in H1 2026 compared to €374.0 million in H1 2025, this variation reflected discontinued operations linked to IFRS 5 (Lynxeo, AmerCable and Autoelectric divestments) ; Net income from continuing operationsat €122.8 million in H1 2026 compared to €143.3 million in H1 2025

• A sound balance sheet with solid cash flow generation and well-controlled financial leverage ratio
  • Free cash flow of €165.5 million in H1 2026 resulting in a cash conversion ratio at 42.7%
  • Well-diversified debt profile and no upcoming maturities before 2027, financial leverage ratio at 1.4x
  • Maintaining the financial flexibility to execute a disciplined and value-creating M&A strategy

• M&A in PWR-Grid and PWR-Connect remains at the core of the Group’s strategy
  • Closing of the acquisition of Republic Wire early June 2026
    • Entering the very dynamic U.S. market
    • Further leveraging and mutualizing our industrial footprint in the Americas
    • Capturing data centers future growth
  • Nurturing a rich pipeline of opportunities

• Sustainability
  • Responsible supply chain: Nexans awarded CDP Supplier Engagement Leader
  • ESG performance and circularity as commercial differentiators

• Full-year 2026 guidance upgraded
  • Adjusted EBITDA: €770 – 840 million, (previously: €730 -810 million)
  • Free Cash Flow:  €235 – 325 million, (previously: €210 - 310 million)

This guidance does not assume execution of the Great Sea Interconnector project in 2026 but includes the load of MI line at the end of 2026
This guidance takes into account the contribution of Republic Wire starting 1^st June 2026 and excludes the contribution of any future acquisitions

 Paris, July 29, 2026 – Nexans, a global leader in the design and manufacturing of cable systems to power the world, published its interim consolidated financial statements for the first-half of 2026, as approved by the Board of Directors at its meeting on July 28, 2026 chaired by Jean Mouton.

Commenting on the Group’s performance, Julien Hueber, Nexans’ Chief Executive Officer, said:

"Our first-half performance reflects the continued disciplined execution of our strategy in an environment where the structural drivers of electrification remain stronger than ever. In H1 2026, Nexans’ Electrification businesses delivered +4.5% organic growth and 13.2% Adjusted EBITDA margin supported by PWR-Transmission trajectory and sustained demand, disciplined selectivity and a clear focus on high value-added solutions in PWR-Grid and PWR-Connect.

We further optimized and mutualized our industrial footprint, further enhancing operational efficiency in order to support our customers ' growing needs across our end markets, including data centers. Our well-balanced business profile, underpinned by long-standing customer relationships and a disciplined value-over-volume approach, provides the agility and resilience needed to capture opportunities while delivering sustainable profitable growth.

With the acquisition of Republic Wire in the U.S. we further advanced our value-accretive M&A strategy, strengthening our portfolio in line with our long-term ambitions.

Looking ahead, the market environment remains dynamic and the long-term fundamentals underpinning electrification remain compelling. Supported by our differentiated positioning, operational discipline and focused investment strategy, we remain confident in our ability to deliver sustainable value for all our stakeholders. "

H1 2026 KEY FIGURES

H1 2025 is (i) pro forma from reclassifications of non-core automotive activity in Sweden from Industrial & Solutions to Other activities and (ii) restated in compliance with IFRS 5

H1 2026 BUSINESS PERFORMANCE

Sales at standard metal prices reached €3,248.6 million in H1 2026, up +5.0% including +1.5% total organic growth (+4.5% in Electrification and -15.6% in Other Activities) compared to H1 2025 and +3.8% contribution from the recently acquired companies. This strong performance was particularly driven by the dynamic trends in PWR-Connect, and PWR-Grid that remained on its trajectory. As expected, PWR-Transmission was in negative territory in Q2 2026, starting the normalization after two consecutive years of high double-digit organic growth and an exceptionally high comparison basis, particularly in Q4 2025.

In the second quarter of 2026, Nexans achieved organic growth of +2.7% compared to the second quarter of 2025 and of +4.1% in Electrification, showcasing the strength of its core business focus.

Scope effect was up +3.8% in H1 2026, reflecting contribution from acquisitions in PWR-Connect segment (5-month contribution from Cables RCT, Spain, 6-month contribution from Electro Cables, Canada, and 1-month contribution from Republic Wire, U.S.).

Group Adjusted EBITDA reached €387.7 million in H1 2026, up +4.3% versus €371.7 million in H1 2025.  Group adjusted EBITDA margin was at 11.9% of standard sales in H1 2026, the same level as the full-year 2025 where the Group reached a recent history all-time high at 11.9%; adjusted EBITDA margin of Electrification reached 13.2% of standard sales. This achievement reflected the agility of the Group and the disciplined efforts on operational excellence.

Net income from continuing operations amounted to €122.8 million in H1 2026, compared to €143.3 million in H1 2025, down -14.3%.The evolution of net income reflects the combined effects of positive and negative variances.

Positive effects:

• €16.0 million increase linked to the performance of the Group Adjusted EBITDA over the period.
• Core exposure effect that increased by €64.3 million (from €10.9 million in H1 2025 to €75.2 million in H1 2026) in relation to copper price variations over the period.
• Income tax expense stood at €59.8 million in H1 2026 lower compared to €64.6 million in H1 2025. The effective tax rate amounted to 32.66% (close to our yearly level of 30.9% of income before tax in full year 2025).

Adverse effects:

• Depreciation  & amortization on tangible & intangible assets that totaled €153.4 million in H1 2026 compared to €101.1 million in H1 2025, mainly related to PWR-Transmission and acquisitions.
• Reorganization costs increased by €15.6 million reaching €34.3 million in H1 2026 driven by the Group 's strategic transactions, including divestments, acquisitions and transformation initiatives.
• Other financial income and expenses that were at a negative €35.0 million in H1 2026 and a positive €16.9 million in H1 2025 compared to, a variance of €51.9 million explained mainly by hedging.

Net income from discontinued operationsstood at a negative €16.9 million in H1 2026 (compared to a positive €230.7 million in H1 2025). In 2025, this amount included the net gains on disposals of AmerCable and Lynxeo and a net impairment linked to Autoelectric. In H1 2026, it was linked to net income of Autoelectric.

Net income amounted to €105.9 million in H1 2026, compared to €374.0 million in H1 2025, down -71.7%.

CASH FLOW AND NET DEBT AT JUNE 30, 2026

Free Cash Flow reached €165.5 million in H1 2026 compared to €308.8 million in H1 2025 and translating into a 42.7% cash conversion ratio.

Working capital was at a positive €121.1 million in H1 2026 compared to €202.5 million in H1 2025. This performance was mainly explained by the high level of working capital in H1 2025 related to exceptionally high level of downpayments in PWR-Transmission combined with the divestment of working-capital-intensive businesses mechanically improved our working capital profile.

Capital expenditures amounted to €191.3 million in H1 2026, representing 5.9% of  the Group’s standard sales as we continued the roll-out of our previously announced investments in PWR-Transmission (mainly the cable laying vessel Electra and Charleroi facilities extension). Going forward, an increasing share of our investments will be dedicated to expanding our capabilities in PWR-Grid and PWR-Connect to capture the strong structural growth of high-value verticals, enabling us to meet our customers ' evolving needs while supporting the energy transition and digital infrastructure build-out.

Net Debt was €1,038.2 million at end of June 2026, compared to €265.6 million at end of December 2025, up €772.6 million over the period.

Financial leverage ratio² increased but remained at a well-controlled level at 1.4x at June 30^th, 2026 (compared to 1.2x at December 31^st, 2025 pro forma of the acquisition of Republic Wire in the U.S.). For the definition of leverage ratio as per bank covenant please refer to appendix of this press release.

GROUP FINANCING AND LIQUIDITY

The Group’s liquidity stood at €2,506.0 million at end of June 2026, including €1,456.0 million of cash and cash equivalents and €800 million of undrawn Revolving Credit Facility, and €250 million of undrawn EIB loan (compared to €2,840.1 million at end of June 2025 including €2,040.1 million of cash and cash equivalents and €800 million of undrawn Revolving Credit Facility).

In April 2026, Nexans signed a bridge term loan of €500 million with an initial 12-month maturity and two 6-month extension options. The proceeds were used to partially finance the acquisition of Republic Wire, serving as bridge financing ahead of a debt capital markets issuance. The interest rate is indexed to Euribor.

The Group has no upcoming maturity before April 2027 and benefits from optimized financing conditions in a context of higher interest rates.

Nexans’ credit rating as updated in February 2026 by Standard & Poor’s is BB+ with stable outlook. This rewards the solid and disciplined performance as well as the Group’s sound financial structure.

H1 2026 PERFORMANCE BY SEGMENT

H1 2026 standard sales

H1 2025 is (i) pro forma from reclassifications of non-core automotive activity in Sweden from Industrial & Solutions to Other activities and (ii) restated in compliance with IFRS 5

Quarterly organic growth by segment

Adjusted EBITDA

H1 2025 is (i) pro forma from reclassifications of non-core automotive activity in Sweden from Industrial & Solutions to Other activities and (ii) restated in compliance with IFRS 5

|PWR-TRANSMISSION(24% OF TOTAL STANDARD SALES)

PWR-Transmission standard sales came in at €776.8 million in H1 2026, up +4.0%, including organic growth at -0.1% compared to H1 2025 (at +21.7%) as expected, and +4.1% linked to foreign exchange (mainly Norwegian krone). As projected, PWR-Transmission was in negative territory in Q2 2026, starting the normalization after two consecutive years of high double-digit organic growth and an exceptionally high comparison basis, particularly in Q4 2025.

The segment’s adjusted EBITDA reached €106.5 million in H1 2026, strongly up +21.2% compared to the same period last year. The adjusted EBITDA margin showcased a significant increase to 13.7% of standard sales in H1 2026, versus 11.8% in H1 2025, confirming the expected segment’s trajectory towards “high teens” level of margin by 2028. Nexans continues to focus on quality of execution and agility to better optimize its capacity and deliver on its projects.

Adjusted backlog reached €7.7 billion at June 30^th, 2026 (including €1.2 billion related to the Great Sea Interconnector project), compared to €7.7 billion at December 31, 2025. Our backlog remains subsea-driven (interconnection and offshore wind projects) and provides good mid-term visibility up until 2028.

Nexans Electra, our third cable-laying vessel, successfully entered into operation in the second quarter of 2026, on time and within budget, demonstrating the Group 's disciplined execution capabilities. It will enhance the Group 's operational excellence while supporting future profitable growth in PWR-Transmission.

| PWG-GRID(22% OF TOTAL STANDARD SALES)

Standard salesin the PWR-Grid segment reached €701.9 million in H1 2026, rising by +3.7% including +4.9% organic growth supported by strong underlying trends and -1.2% linked to foreign exchange (mainly US Dollar and Canadian Dollar). The Accessories business remained very dynamic, driven by strong customer demand for high value-added solutions linked to grid modernization and continued expansion of power infrastructure.

Adjusted EBITDA increased by +0.6% year-on-year to €108.1 million compared to €107.5 million in H1 2025. The adjusted EBITDA margin reached a high 15.4% of standard sales in H1 2026 compared to 15.9% in H1 2025. This performance, at a high level, is in line with our expectations. PWR-Grid is predominantly supported by framework agreements, representing around two-thirds of the business, while the remaining one-third consists of project activities. Given the timing and execution profile of these projects, quarter-to-quarter margin fluctuations are a normal mechanical consequence of the business mix (framework vs projects). Buoyant market demand, combined with Nexans ' strong positioning in high value-added solutions, continues to support the Group 's pricing power.

| PWR-CONNECT(42% OF TOTAL STANDARD SALES)

Standard sales in the PWR-Connect segment amounted to €1,374.9 million in H1 2026, up +15.4% in total, including (i) +7.3% organic growth, (ii) +10.0% growth from acquisitions (5-month contribution from Cables RCT, Spain, 6-month contribution from Electro Cables, Canada, and 1-month contribution from Republic Wire, U.S.), (iii) -1.8% linked to foreign exchange (mainly US Dollar). This exceptional level of organic growth is supported by very dynamic trends in Latin America and some European countries while Nordic countries remained constrained with no meaningful improvement or deterioration. La Triveneta Cavi also  progressively deployed Nexans’ innovative solutions in this market.

Adjusted EBITDAreached €161.8 million in H1 2026 compared to €162.6 million in H1 2025, down -0.5% year-on-year. Adjusted EBITDA marginreached 11.8% of standard sales in H1 2026 compared to 13.6% in H1 2025. As expected, in H1 2026 the segment remained subject to an adverse mix effect driven by (i) the Nordic countries, where our best-in-class operations remain constrained by market conditions, and (ii) La Triveneta Cavi, whose margins have not yet reached the segment average.

The H1 2026 Adjusted EBITDA margin at 11.8% of standard sales represented an improvement of +80 basis points compared to 11.0% of standard sales in H2 2025 supported by synergies in Italy as well as progress in Latin America and the continued expansion of high-value verticals such as data centers across our geographies.

|OTHER ACTIVITIES (12% OF TOTAL STANDARD SALES)

The Other activities segment – corresponding for the most part to copper wire sales (Metallurgy) and corporate costs that cannot be allocated to other segments – reported standard sales of €395.0 million in H1 2026 compared to €478.0 million in H1 2025. As expected, standard sales were down -17.4% including -15.6% organic growth year-on-year. This mainly reflects unusual semester phasing in 2025, with very strong H1 2025 momentum driven by US customers bringing forward copper orders ahead of tariffs, creating a high comparison basis. Additionally, Nexans’ strategy is to reduce external copper wire sales in favor of internal sourcing and recycled-content offerings.

The segment’s adjusted EBITDA reached €11.2 million in H1 2026, versus €13.8 million in H1 2025.

M&A ACTIVITY

On April 27^th 2026, Nexans announced the acquisition of Republic Wire, Inc. (“Republic Wire) an established American manufacturer of low-voltage copper and aluminum wire products headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio. The transaction was closed on June 1^st, 2026.

Founded in 1982 and family-owned, Republic Wire is a recognized manufacturer of low-voltage wiring products serving electrical wholesale distributors, utilities and municipalities across the United States and Canada. Over the 12-month period through February 2026, Republic Wire generated c.€520^3,4 million in current revenue. The company operates a fully invested industrial platform comprising a 32.5k square meters manufacturing facility equipped with significant automation, and a newly completed 30k square meters warehouse and distribution center. Republic Wire employs over 200 highly skilled associates and recently completed a significant expansion program that will be fully online by the end of 2026, increasing its production capacity by approximately 30%.

Strategic Rationale

The acquisition of Republic Wire is an important step in Nexans ' strategy to expand its geographic footprint to the United States, one of the world 's largest markets and among the fastest-growing for low- and medium-voltage cables. The U.S. low-voltage segment, estimated at c.€12 billion⁵, is mainly driven by sustained demand across residential, commercial and data center expansion.

The acquisition of Republic Wire is perfectly consistent with Nexans ' strategy and will allow Nexans to:

• Establish an expanded manufacturing and distribution platform in the high-growth U.S. geography, complementing the recent acquisition of Electro Cables in Canada;

• Access residential and commercial channels through Republic Wire 's strong sales agent and distributor network, building on Nexans’ proven global distributor relationships and benefitting from Nexans ' broader complementary product portfolio into additional high-growth verticals, including data centers;
• Create a platform for future organic and inorganic growth across the U.S., ensuring that the Group will benefit through the cycle from structural growth in the region; and
• Generate c.€23³ million in run-rate synergies within 3 years, driven by commercial cross-selling opportunities rolling out Nexans ' comprehensive product offering in medium-voltage and grid solutions, technology synergies through the deployment of Nexans ' proprietary manufacturing IP, and industrial synergies through purchasing scale, manufacturing mutualization and efficiency.

Financial Highlights

The transaction represents a total enterprise value of c.€680 million^3,4, with a further earn-out of up to €43 million³ potentially payable in 2028 based on performance through year end 2027. The current management team, led by Ron and Jeremy Rosenbeck, is remaining in place and will continue to drive the business performance.
At the terms of the transaction, the enterprise value⁶ represents multiples of 10.3x 2027E Adjusted EBITDA7 before synergies and 7.6x after run-rate synergies. There is also the potential for the transaction structure to provide tax benefits to Nexans over time.

The transaction will be financed through a combination of debt and existing cash on balance sheet. On a pro forma basis, Nexans ' net leverage is expected to rise to approximately 1.2x Net Debt to 2025 Adjusted EBITDA, returning to comfortably below 1.0x through rapid deleveraging by the end of 2028, in keeping with our disciplined financial policy.

The transaction is expected to be immediately EPS accretive before synergies⁷. Synergies are expected to reach full run-rate of c.€23 million³ over three years, with approximately 50% to be achieved in year one. Implementation costs are expected to amount to c.€23 million³.

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability remains a key pillar of Nexans’ strategy. Through its E3 model, Nexans continues to translate sustainability commitments into tangible business outcomes and stakeholder value.

Responsible supply chain.

Nexans continued to strengthen its sustainable supply chain through close collaboration with more than 600 strategic suppliers engaged in its climate roadmap. In May 2026, this commitment was recognized through its selection as a CDP Supplier Engagement Leader, the highest level of recognition awarded by CDP in this area. In parallel, the Group signed a long-term partnership in July 2026 with Hydro for the supply of approximately 85,000 tons of low-carbon aluminum wire rod, securing access to critical materials while supporting product decarbonization and reinforcing supply chain resilience across Europe.

ESG performance and circularity as commercial differentiators.

Nexans increasingly translates its sustainability leadership into business success. The Group’s strong ESG credentials and circularity strategy are becoming key differentiators in major infrastructure tenders. The €600 million Enedis framework agreement  signed in February 2026 illustrated this trend, with Nexans recognized for its combination of economic competitiveness, security of supply, carbon footprint reduction and circularity performance.

2026 OUTLOOK UPGRADED

The Group raises its 2026 guidance as follows:

• • Adjusted EBITDA: €770 – 840 million, (previously: €730 -810 million)
  • Free Cash Flow:  €235 – 325 million, (previously: €210 - 310 million)

This guidance does not assume execution of the Great Sea Interconnector project in 2026 but includes the load of MI line at the end of 2026
This guidance takes into account the contribution of Republic Wire starting 1^st June 2026 and excludes the contribution of any future acquisitions

Nexans also reaffirms its commitment to the 2024 Capital Markets Day targets and will continue to execute its strategic roadmap and priorities.

SIGNIFICANT EVENTS SINCE THE END OF JUNE 2026

On July 3^rd, 2026, Nexans completed the sale of its wiring harness business, Autoelectric, to Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (“Motherson”), a leading global supplier of automotive systems and components, for an Enterprise Value of €207 million.

In 2025 and up until its deconsolidation from Nexans as of July 1^st 2026, the wiring harness business along with the Industry and Solutions segment was classified as discontinued operations in the consolidated financial statements of the Group. Its contribution remains fully excluded from the 2026 guidance. Autoelectric standalone generated current annual sales of c. €708 million in 2025 with nearly 13,000 employees.

This divestment completes the portfolio rotation Nexans announced in 2021, with Autoelectric being the last non-electrification business to exit the Group.

CONFERENCE CALL FOR INVESTORS AND ANALYSTS

Date:Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 a.m. CET – 8:00 am London time

Speakers:

Julien Hueber, CEO
Vincent Piquet, CFO

Webcast

https://nexans.engagestream.euronext.com/half_year_2026_earnings

Audio dial-in

Please register by clicking on the following link: Registration.

Connection details will be sent to you directly upon registration.

The first half 2026 earnings press release and investor presentation are available in the Investor Relations Results section at Nexans - Financial results.

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Financial calendar

October 22, 2026: Third quarter 2026 financial information

February 24, 2027: 2026 full-year financial results

About Nexans

Nexans is the global pure player in sustainable electrification, building the essential systems that power the world’s transition to a connected, resilient, and low-carbon future. From offshore and onshore renewable energies to smart cities and homes, Nexans designs and delivers advanced cable solutions, accessories and services that electrify progress safely, efficiently, and sustainably.
With over 140 years of history, through three core businesses: PWR Transmission, PWR Grid, and PWR Connect, Nexans blends deep industry expertise with cutting-edge innovation to accelerate the energy transition, and better meet its customers ' needs. Its unique E3 model, focused on Environment, Economy and Engagement, drives every action, aligning performance with purpose.
Nexans operates in 41 countries with 25,700 people and generated €6.1 billion in standard sales in 2025. Nexans is committed to Net-Zero emissions by 2050 aligned with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and expanding energy access through the Fondation Nexans.

Nexans is listed on Euronext Paris, Compartment A.
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Contacts:

Investor relations

Audrey Bourgeois
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audrey.bourgeois@nexans.com

Communication

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Maellys Leostic
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Olivier Daban
olivier.daban@nexans.com

NB: Any discrepancies are due to rounding

This press release contains forward-looking statements which are subject to various expected or unexpected risks and uncertainties that could have a material impact on the Company’s future performance.

Readers are invited to visit the Group’s website where they can view and download the Universal Registration Document, which include a description of the Group’s risk factors. 

¹ Sales at the standard copper price of €5,000/ton and aluminum price of €1,200/ton.
² Ratio of closing net debt to adjusted EBITDA on trailing twelve-month basis

³ FX rate USD to EUR of 0.86

⁴ In accordance with US GAAP
⁵ Roland Berger February 2026 Market Study
⁶ Before earn-out
⁷ Before amortization of intangibles and implementation costs

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