Italian Exhibition Group (IEG) Investor presentation summary
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Investor presentation summary
31 Aug, 2026Company overview and business model
Operates as an international leader in the trade fair industry, connecting companies globally through events, services, and world-class venues in Rimini and Vicenza.
Over 70 years of history, with 187 total events and 119 congress events in FY 2024.
Core business is organized events (62% of revenues), complemented by services (26%), congresses (8%), and hosted events (2%).
Diversified portfolio spans food, jewellery, green technology, tourism, wellness, and more, with both physical and digital platforms.
Owns and operates major exhibition and convention centers, with ongoing investments to expand capacity.
Market position and strategy
Ranks among the top 20 global exhibition companies by revenue and event organizing revenue.
Global exhibition market valued at over €37bn in 2023, with a forecast CAGR of 4.0% (2024-2030).
Strategic plan focuses on portfolio growth, international expansion, and value creation, including M&A and ESG integration.
Recent execution includes double-digit growth in visitors and exhibitors, new event launches, and expansion into new sectors and geographies.
Digital offerings and high-margin services are growing rapidly, exceeding plan targets for revenue and profitability.
Financial performance
Revenues grew from €103M in 2020 to €250M in 2024, with a CAGR of 24% (2022-2024).
Adjusted EBITDA margin improved from 3% in 2020 to 26% in 2024, with a CAGR of 91% (2022-2024).
Net result rebounded from losses during the pandemic to €33M in 2024.
Market capitalization reached €245M as of November 2025, with a 21.8% YTD increase.
Net financial position improved, with guidance for continued revenue and EBITDA growth through 2028.
Latest events from Italian Exhibition Group
- Record 1H24 results with 13.2% revenue growth, higher margins, and raised FY24 outlook.IEG
Q2 2024 - Revenue up 19.8% YoY and net result more than doubled, with FY24 guidance at upper range.IEG
Q3 2024 - Revenues and EBITDA surged in 2024, with robust outlook and expanded investments for 2025.IEG
Q4 2024 - 1Q25 revenues up 15.7% to €102.8M; EBITDA up 11.2%; FY25 guidance confirmed.IEG
Q1 2025 - Revenue up 13.2% YoY, four acquisitions expand portfolio, 2025 guidance confirmed.IEG
Q2 2025 - Revenue and EBITDA rose on strong events and acquisitions, with upgraded FY25 guidance.IEG
Q3 2025 - Ambitious 2025-2030 plan targets global expansion, digital innovation, and robust financial growth.IEG
Strategy Plan 2025-2030 presentation - Revenue and EBITDA grew on event strength and acquisitions; €0.20 dividend proposed.IEG
Q4 2025 - 1Q26 revenues up 2.1% YoY, with strong EBITDA and net profit growth; FY26 outlook reaffirmed.IEG
Q1 2026