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Henkel

Global leader in adhesives and consumer brands

henkel.com
Headquarters
Düsseldorf, Germany
Company type
Public company
Number of employees
40,000+

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Latest news about Henkel

In short: Henkel achieved 1.7% organic sales growth in Q1 2026 and pursued an aggressive M&A strategy, including the $1.4 billion acquisition of Olaplex.

Company announcements

  • Henkel

    Henkel delivers good organic sales growth in Q1 2026

    Group sales reach 5.0 billion euros with 1.7% organic growth. Both business units show positive volume and price developments. Five M&A deals totaling 1.6 billion euros; three closed. Outlook unchanged.

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    Henkel expands beyond liquid adhesives with AI-driven battery innovations

    Henkel showcases Loctite Specialty Tapes and AI-powered simulations at The Battery Show Europe 2026 to enhance EV battery performance, safety, and sustainability.

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    Henkel publishes Q1 2026 statement

    The statement and German media call link are available in the press kit. Media call occurs on May 7, 2026, at 10:30 am CEST.

  • Henkel

    Henkel holds annual general meeting

    Dr. Simone Bagel-Trah and CEO Carsten Knobel welcome shareholders, present 2025 performance insights, outline strategic priorities, and address questions.

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Media coverage

  • ntv

    The stock market dayHenkel CEO considers price increases possible

    Henkel CEO Carsten Knobel has warned that rising material costs could have direct impacts on the price policy of the DAX company. "Our material prices […] we see in...

  • Yahoo Finance

    Henkel AG & Co KGaA (HELKF) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Highlights: Strategic...

    Henkel AG & Co KGaA (HELKF) reports solid organic sales growth and strategic acquisitions, while navigating currency headwinds and competitive pressures in Q1 2026.

  • Morningstar

    Henkel Sales Rise Amid Flurry of Deals

    Henkel's organic sales rose in the first quarter, while the maker of Schwarzkopf and Persil is on an acquisition blitz. The German chemical and consumer-goods...

  • Reuters

    Persil maker Henkel meets sales expectations in first quarter

    German consumer goods and ‌adhesives maker Henkel reported an organic 1.7% rise in first-quarter sal...

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