Bénéteau sticks to full-year 2026 sales growth outlook despite Middle East conflict impact

• Bénéteau kept its full-year 2026 sales growth target despite weaker order intake since March amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.
• H1 revenue rose 12% to EUR 452.3 million, slowed by a 3.4% rise in Q2 to EUR 282.7 million.
• Dealer destocking cut reported revenue momentum, with distribution inventories down nearly EUR 40 million in Q2 despite about 15% retail sales growth.
• June order book deliverable for the year was slightly higher year on year, excluding three US brands slated for disposal.
• Group planned 24 new model launches for the 2026/2027 season to support demand from the Cannes boat show in September.

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