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Uniper swings to core profit in first quarter, keeps outlook

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Posted on May 12, 2026

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· Last updated: May 12, 2026

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Uniper Achieves Q1 Core Profit and Confirms 2026 Outlook Amid Price Swings

Uniper's Financial Performance and Market Resilience

Q1 Core Profit and 2026 Outlook

FRANKFURT, May 12 (Reuters) - German state-owned utility Uniper is keeping its outlook for 2026 after turning a core profit in the first quarter, it said on Tuesday, adding it was well-shielded against energy price swings against the backdrop of the Iran war.

CEO's Statement on Market Resilience

"Uniper is more resilient to extreme market movements than in the past. We don't currently source any LNG from the Middle East," Chief Executive Michael Lewis said.

Diversified Procurement Portfolio

"Our broadly diversified gas and LNG procurement portfolio is well positioned to withstand geopolitical risks and the resulting market fluctuations," he added.

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Christoph Steitz, Editing by Friederike Heine)

Key Takeaways

  • Uniper delivered a first‑quarter core profit and held its 2026 adjusted EBITDA outlook between €1.0–1.3 billion, signaling confidence in its financial trajectory. (onvista.de)
  • CEO Michael Lewis stressed the company’s improved resilience to extreme market movements, highlighting that Uniper currently sources no LNG from the Middle East. (globalbankingandfinance.com)
  • The company’s diversified gas and LNG procurement strategy positions it well against geopolitical risks, notably amid the Iran conflict and associated energy price volatility. (globalbankingandfinance.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Did Uniper report a core profit in the first quarter?
Yes, Uniper turned a core profit in the first quarter, as reported.
Is Uniper maintaining its outlook for 2026?
Uniper is keeping its outlook for 2026 unchanged after its Q1 performance.
How is Uniper managing energy price volatility?
Uniper’s diversified gas and LNG procurement helps shield it from market fluctuations and geopolitical risks.
Does Uniper source LNG from the Middle East?
Currently, Uniper does not source any LNG from the Middle East.
What does Uniper say about its market resilience?
Uniper states it is more resilient to extreme market movements than in the past.

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