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Posted on December 3, 2025
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Add as preferred source on GoogleHugo Boss targets a 12% operating profit margin through strategic consolidation and realignment, focusing on long-term growth by 2026.
BERLIN, Dec 3 (Reuters) - German fashion group Hugo Boss on Wednesday said that it aims to achieve an operating profit margin of around 12% over the medium-to-long term as part of a strategic overhaul.
The company said it would strengthen its financial base by consolidating and realigning operations to achieve an earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) margin of 12% in the long term.
"2026 will be a year of consolidation and realignment and an important step toward positioning HUGO BOSS for long-term profitable growth," said Hugo Boss CFO Yves Mueller.
(Writing by Miranda Murray; Editing by Sonali Paul)
Operating profit margin is a financial metric that shows the percentage of revenue that remains after covering operating expenses. It is calculated by dividing operating income by total revenue.
EBIT stands for Earnings Before Interest and Taxes. It is a measure of a firm's profitability that excludes interest and income tax expenses, providing insight into operational performance.
A strategic overhaul refers to a comprehensive review and redesign of a company's strategies and operations to improve performance and achieve long-term goals.
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