Confectionery firm Manner slips into loss in first half of 2026 amid high costs

Vienna-based confectionery manufacturer Manner has fallen into the red, reporting a net operating loss for the first half of 2026. The company's operating result (EBIT) stood at a negative 664,000 euros, a stark contrast to the approximately 3.9 million euro profit recorded during the same period last year.

This financial downturn is attributed, in part, to rising raw material costs, particularly the high price of cocoa. The company's revenue also experienced a slight dip, decreasing by 0.9% to 138.1 million euros. This combination of reduced revenue and increased costs has impacted the company's profitability.

Manner, a publicly listed company, has seen its financial performance affected by global commodity market fluctuations. The confectionery industry often faces challenges related to the sourcing and pricing of key ingredients like cocoa, sugar, and dairy.

The company's announcement highlights the pressures facing traditional food manufacturers in navigating volatile markets. While the specific strategies Manner will employ to address these losses are not detailed, the report underscores the financial difficulties encountered in the first half of the year.