Mikron Group Sales Fall 5.9% in First Half on Weaker Automation, Machining Divisions

Mikron Group AG, a Swiss provider of automation and machining systems, reported a 5.9% year-over-year decline in net sales for the first half of 2026, totaling CHF 180.50 million. The company announced that its operating profit margin contracted to 8.9% from 11.3% in the same period a year prior, with operating profit reaching CHF 16.10 million.

Divisional Performance

The decline in profitability was driven primarily by lower sales in the company's Automation division. The Machining division also faced headwinds, particularly from challenging market conditions in Europe, leading to a significant sales decrease.

• Machining Division: Sales fell by 13.4%.
• Tool Division: This segment was a bright spot, posting sales growth of 12.6%, with all geographic regions contributing positively.
• Automation Division: Reported lower sales, which impacted the group's overall profitability.

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Outlook and Strategic Expansion

Despite the first-half slowdown, Mikron maintained its full-year 2026 guidance. The company continues to forecast net sales between CHF 340 million and CHF 380 million, with an expected operating profit margin in the range of 7% to 10%.

Mikron also anticipates that a positive trend in order intake will persist through the second half of the year. During the period, the company expanded its global footprint by opening a new facility in the United States and establishing a new legal entity in India.