Germany’s Merck KGaA said on Thursday it expects adjusted operating profit for 2026 to fall by up to 4 percent on a currency‑adjusted basis, Reuters reported.
The company’s outlook reflects caution in the face of macroeconomic uncertainty and negative currency effects, though it did not provide detailed segmental guidance in its brief statement. On a constant currency basis, the forecasted decline suggests earnings will be weaker compared with prior expectations.
Merck KGaA’s projection followed a year in which it met its earnings targets but signalled a more restrained performance for the coming year, with revenue and profit visibility tempered by headwinds in foreign exchange and global market conditions. Shareholders have been told the dividend will remain stable, even as the company navigates potential near‑term challenges.