Adjusted EBIT for the group was EUR 69 million with a margin of 7.4%, down 100 basis points from prior year due to higher costs and currency headwinds.
Gross profit was EUR 626 million with a margin of 67.5%, improving by 110 basis points mainly due to better channel mix favoring DTC.
H1 2025 revenues reached EUR 928 million, down 2% organically, driven by a strong 6% organic growth in DTC channel.
Net profit increased 53% to EUR 47.9 million, boosted by higher financial income and foreign exchange gains, with tax rate reduced to 30% from 35%.
Selling, general and administrative costs were EUR 502 million, stable year-over-year but with increased incidence on revenues to 54.1%.
Thom Browne segment EBIT declined sharply to EUR 4 million from EUR 20 million due to wholesale revenue drop and increased DTC costs.
Tom Ford Fashion segment recorded a EUR 19 million adjusted EBIT loss, worsening from EUR 12 million loss last year due to investments in expansion and infrastructure.
Zegna segment adjusted EBIT improved to EUR 94 million with a 14.3% margin, up 150 basis points driven by operating leverage and cost control.
Impact of Commodity Cost Increases on Nut Prices and Inventory
The company experienced a 3.4% increase in the weighted average cost per pound of raw nuts and dried fruit, primarily due to higher commodity acquisition costs for all major tree nuts.
Inventory on hand increased by 29.5% to $58 million, as the company stockpiled raw materials in anticipation of seasonal demand and rising costs.
Despite higher costs, the company managed to offset some impact through manufacturing efficiencies and strategic sourcing, maintaining gross profit margins at 18.1%.
Management highlighted ongoing efforts to mitigate commodity price pressures through innovation, cost savings, and retail partner collaborations.