Safilo H1 Profit Up 6.5%, Shares +14%

Safilo Group SpA First‑Half 2026 Results

Safilo Group SpA (BIT:SFLG) announced its first‑half 2026 financial results on Tuesday evening. The Italian eyewear manufacturer reported a net profit of €44.4 million (approximately $51.24 million), representing a 6.5 % increase compared with the same period last year. The profit uplift was attributed to higher operating margins and a one‑time refund of duties previously paid in the United States.

The company disclosed that it received €22.2 million in tariff refunds from U.S. authorities, which contributed to the margin expansion. Following the release, Safilo’s shares rose sharply, gaining 14 % on the day and trading at an overall increase of about 10.3 % on the BIT:SFLG ticker.