ALTEN Reports on First-Half 2025 Financial Performance

ALTEN, a leader in Engineering and Technology Consulting, reported a 1.1% year-on-year revenue decline in the first half of 2025. The revenue amounted to €2,084.1 million, with a notable growth of 3.8% in France but a 3.5% decline internationally. On an organic basis, revenues fell by 5.6%, exacerbated by 1.5 fewer working days compared to the previous year.

The company's operating profit from activities decreased by 14.2% to €152.1 million, representing 7.3% of revenue down from 8.4% in the previous period. The automotive sector faced a sharp downturn of 15%, heavily impacting results, although sectors such as Defence/Security/Naval, Energy, and Railway experienced growth.

Net profit was down by 30.2% to €82.6 million, accounting for 4.0% of revenue. ALTEN's free cash flow stood at €78.4 million, with a stable net cash position of €275.9 million, and a gearing ratio of -12.6% indicating solid investment capacity.

In terms of external growth, ALTEN acquired a company in the Life Science sector in India and the USA. The company forecasts a continued organic revenue decline for 2025 amidst an uncertain macroeconomic environment.