Braincool (BRAIN) Q2 2026 earnings summary
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Q2 2026 earnings summary
12 Aug, 2026Executive summary
Achieved over 70% sales growth year-over-year, driven by strong demand for single-use products and a growing installed base.
Order backlog remained high at approximately 42 MSEK at the end of the period.
Expansion in Asia with early market approval in Taiwan and preparations for Japan market entry.
Strengthened organization with key hires in commercial and clinical roles to support ongoing clinical studies and commercial growth.
Financial highlights
Net sales for Q2 2026 reached 11.3 MSEK, up 72% from 6.6 MSEK in Q2 2025; at constant exchange rates, sales were 13.1 MSEK.
Gross profit for the quarter was 3.1 MSEK (1.9 MSEK in Q2 2025), with a gross margin of 21% (31% at CER).
EBITDA improved to -7.4 MSEK from -9.9 MSEK year-over-year.
Net result after tax was -8.4 MSEK, compared to -10.8 MSEK in Q2 2025.
Cash position at period end was 43.1 MSEK, up from 9.5 MSEK a year earlier.
Outlook and guidance
Strong order intake and backlog expected to drive increased net sales in the second half of 2026.
Continued investments in production capacity and automation to meet rising demand.
Anticipated regulatory milestone with expected market approval in Japan in H2 2026.
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