Bertelsmann reported results for the first half of 2026, with sales at Penguin Random House of €2.376 billion, up €53 million (or 2.3 percent), helped by the integration of Wonderbly, acquired in June 2025. Operating EBITDA adjusted fell modestly again, down to €251 million, €4 million lower than a year ago, “due to higher costs and negative exchange rate effects.” Penguin Random House US “recorded a slight increase in revenue” as “the audiobook publishing business also made positive contributions,” at €1.381 billion, compared to €1.376 billion a year ago. In dollars, the performance looks better, translating to $1.611 billion this […]
