HMS Bergbau AG, a leading independent commodities trading and marketing company based in Berlin, has announced that it will hold a webcast for investors and media representatives on 8 October 2026 at 11:00 a.m. CET. The event, conducted in German, will feature CEO Dennis Schwindt and CFO Jens Moir presenting the company's financial results for the first half of 2026 and providing an update on current developments. A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Interested parties can register for the webcast via the link provided in the original announcement, which is available at https://www.appairtime.com/event/848c0200-5981-4c96-af69-34d6e5dfd22c.
The half-year results reveal significant growth for HMS. Revenue surged from EUR 0.64 billion in the prior-year period to EUR 1.1 billion, an increase of nearly 72%. EBITDA, including one-off items, rose to EUR 22.5 million from EUR 8.4 million. These one-off items, totaling EUR 8.4 million, stem from the first-time consolidation of the South African mining company Hoshoza Resources Vryheid. Excluding these effects, operating EBITDA was EUR 14.1 million, still a substantial improvement over the previous year. The company attributes this positive momentum primarily to its traditional bulk commodities business and its liquid fuels and lubricants segment, which was established in 2025.
This performance underscores HMS's successful diversification and its growing role in global commodity markets. The company's core business involves international trade in coal products, liquid fuels, ores, cement, and other commodities, as well as increasing involvement in mining production through majority and minority holdings. With activities spanning Asia, Africa, Europe, North and South America, HMS has direct access to high-quality reserves and a broad global network. The full half-year report is available for download on the company's website, www.hms-ag.com, under the Investor Relations section. Investors and analysts will be keen to hear management's insights during the webcast, as the strong half-year figures may signal a positive trajectory for the full year. The event provides an opportunity for stakeholders to engage directly with the Management Board and gain deeper understanding of the company's strategic direction.
The announcement, disseminated via NEWMEDIAWIRE, highlights HMS's commitment to transparency and investor communication. As a major player in the commodities sector, HMS's performance and outlook are closely watched, given the volatility in global energy and raw material markets. The company's ability to nearly double revenue and significantly boost EBITDA demonstrates resilience and effective execution of its growth strategy. The integration of Hoshoza Resources Vryheid marks a strategic move into mining production, which could yield long-term benefits and further strengthen HMS's position in the value chain. With the webcast scheduled, investors will look for additional details on how HMS plans to sustain this momentum amid changing market conditions.
