CALIDA GROUP adopts new capital allocation strategy Montag, 28. September 2026 - 07:06

CALIDA GROUP press release
ad hoc announcement pursuant to article 53 LR
Sursee (Switzerland), 28 September 2026
 

• Target payout ratio increased to 40-60% of adjusted Group net profit
• Share buyback program of up to 2% of share capital approved
• Continued strong investment in the development of the core brands CALIDA and AUBADE

The Board of Directors of CALIDA GROUP has approved a new capital allocation strategy. The objective is to allow shareholders to participate more directly in the company’s success while maintaining the financial flexibility required for the Group’s long-term development. Going forward, CALIDA GROUP aims for a payout ratio of 40-60% (previously 20-30%) of adjusted Group net profit. The new payout ratio reflects the company’s strong balance sheet, sustainable earnings capacity and confidence in the Group’s long-term growth prospects.

In addition, the Board of Directors has approved a public share buyback program of up to 2% of the issued share capital. The program is scheduled to commence on 2 October 2026 and run until no later than the end of June 2027. The buyback will be executed flexibly, taking market conditions into account. The Board of Directors intends to cancel the registered shares acquired under the program through a capital reduction within the capital band.

CALIDA GROUP is focused on the organic growth of its core brands CALIDA and AUBADE. To support this ambition, targeted investments are planned in brand modernization, the further development of collections, the optimization of retail stores, brand communication and the overall customer experience. In addition, CALIDA GROUP monitors the market and carefully evaluates growth opportunities.

"CALIDA GROUP has a strong financial foundation. With our new capital allocation strategy, we are creating a balanced approach between investing in the profitable growth of our core brands CALIDA and AUBADE and providing our shareholders with an attractive participation in the company’s success. It underscores our ambition to further develop CALIDA GROUP sustainably as a focused company," comments Thomas Stöcklin, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of CALIDA GROUP.

 
For further information, please contact: 
Calida Holding AG
Dave Müller, CFO
Phone: +41 41 925 43 20
investor.relations@calidagroup.com

Jürg Stähelin, IRF
Phone: +41 43 244 81 51
staehelin@irf-reputation.ch
 

The CALIDA GROUP is a globally active company for premium underwear with its head office in Switzerland. It consists of the brands CALIDA and AUBADE in the underwear and lingerie segment. The CALIDA GROUP stands for high-quality products that delight consumers every day. In the first half of 2026, the Group generated sales of over CHF 93 million with over 1,800 employees. The registered shares of Calida Holding AG (CALN) are traded on SIX Swiss Exchange AG.