On (ONON) Q1 2026 earnings summary
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Q1 2026 earnings summary
18 May, 2026Executive summary
Net sales reached a record CHF 831.9 million in Q1 2026, up 26.4% at constant currency and 14.5% reported, surpassing CHF 800 million for the first time.
Broad-based demand and premium execution drove record gross profit and adjusted EBITDA margins, reaffirming the premium strategy.
Innovation highlights include the commercial launch of LightSpray technology and strong performance of new franchises like Cloudmonster 3 and Cloudtilt.
Leadership transition: Martin Hoffmann steps down as CEO/CFO, succeeded by Frank Sluis as CFO, with co-founders continuing as co-CEOs.
Asia-Pacific net sales grew 61.4% at constant currency, now over 20% of global sales, driven by China and South Korea.
Financial highlights
Net sales: CHF 831.9 million (+14.5% y/y; +26.4% constant currency).
Gross profit margin rose to 64.2% from 59.9% in the prior year, driven by premium pricing and operational excellence.
Adjusted EBITDA margin was 21%, up 450 basis points year-over-year, the second highest in company history.
Net income margin reached 12.4%, up from 7.8% year-over-year.
Cash and cash equivalents exceeded CHF 1 billion.
Outlook and guidance
Reiterated constant currency net sales growth guidance for 2026 of at least 23%.
Full-year gross margin expected at a minimum of 64.5%, despite incremental tariffs.
Adjusted EBITDA margin guidance raised to 19.5%-20%.
D2C, APAC, and apparel expected to outperform within overall growth.
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