EQS-News: Westwing delivers fifth consecutive quarter of growth despite persistent macro headwinds
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EQS-News: Westwing Group SE
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Westwing delivers fifth consecutive quarter of growth despite persistent macro headwinds
Munich, 5 November 2026 // Westwing Group SE (“Westwing” or “the Company”), Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living, announces its results for the third quarter of 2026. Westwing delivered its fifth consecutive quarter of Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) growth amidst persistent macroeconomic headwinds. Following a flat July with very weak consumer demand due to the exceptionally strong summer heatwave, GMV accelerated throughout the remainder of the quarter, leading to a GMV growth of 7% year-over-year to EUR 123 million. Growth was led by the International segment, which recorded +14%, picking up from positive mid-single digit growth in July. GMV in the DACH segment, which contracted by mid-single digits in July, returned to growth during the remainder of the quarter, leading to a 1% year-over-year GMV growth in Q3. As in previous quarters, recurring sales events continued to perform exceptionally well, reflecting sustained high price sensitivity among consumers. Westwing Collection GMV increased by 4% year-over-year, while our third-party assortment grew by 13%. This translated into a Westwing Collection share of 64% in Q3 2026, 2 percentage points down compared to Q3 2025. Revenue increased by 13% year-over-year to EUR 111 million, significantly outpacing ordered GMV growth, as the Company shipped backlog caused by the migration to new order and warehouse management systems at the end of Q2. Revenue in the DACH segment grew by 5% year-over-year, while the International segment recorded a 22% growth. The number of active customers increased by 13% year-over-year, marking the third consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth. Adjusted EBITDA increased by 7% year-over-year to EUR 6.5 million, corresponding to a margin of 5.8%, down 0.3 percentage points compared to Q3 2025. The decline in adjusted EBITDA margin was driven by a 4.3 percentage point contraction in contribution margin, which was largely offset by operating leverage across marketing and G&A. The contraction in contribution margin was primarily driven by higher fuel prices, which resulted in increased container and outbound logistics costs. Temporary knock-on effects of the order and warehouse management systems migration, negative mix effects as well as ramp-up costs of UK logistics operations also impacted contribution margin. To mitigate margin pressure, management implemented targeted measures during the third quarter, including price adjustments, increased shipping fees and further efficiency improvements, particularly in logistics. The full impact of these measures is expected to materialise in the fourth quarter. Tangible margin improvements were already visible in October. Free cash flow amounted to EUR –0.7 million (Q3 2025: EUR 10.4 million), thereof EUR –0.6 million cash outflow for the settlement of stock options. The year-over-year decline in free cash flow was largely timing-related, as inventory build-up in 2025 was focused on the first half of the year, with lower inbound volumes required for peak season preparation in Q3 2025. Net working capital remained negative at EUR –2.7 million vs. EUR –1.2 million in the previous year’s period. Westwing’s net cash position stood at EUR 63 million, EUR 5.2 million higher than at the end of Q3 2025 and seasonally down EUR 5.1 million vs. the previous quarter. Westwing continued to make good progress on its 3-step plan to unlock the full value potential:
Together, these initiatives are expected to support sustained growth, profitability and cash generation. Dr Andreas Hoerning, CEO of Westwing, commented: “We are pleased with our continued growth despite the persistently challenging macroeconomic environment. Higher fuel prices significantly increased transportation costs and weighed on our contribution margin, offset by scale effects. Mitigation measures already lead to substantial margin improvements at the beginning of Q4. Looking further ahead, we're very excited about key efficiency and growth levers we will be working on throughout the third phase of our 3-step value creation plan.” Financial Outlook 2026 Westwing confirms its outlook for FY 2026, as published in March. For the full year, Westwing expects revenue between EUR 470 million and EUR 495 million, corresponding to a year-over-year growth of +5% to +10%. Management expects to achieve revenue in the upper half of this guidance. Adjusted EBITDA is projected to land between EUR 36 million and EUR 48 million, representing a margin of +7.7% to +9.7%. Webcast and Conference Call Westwing’s Q3 2026 earnings call will be broadcasted via live stream on 5 November 2026, starting at 10:00 AM (CET) on the Company’s Investor Relations website https://ir.westwing.com. The recording of the live stream will be available on the same site. For further information, please visit Westwing’s Investor Relations website at https://ir.westwing.com.
About Westwing Westwing, Europe’s #1 in Beautiful Living, is present in 28 European countries and achieved a GMV (Gross Merchandise Volume) of EUR 507 million in 2025. As Europe’s premium one-stop destination for Design Lovers, it offers a unique brand experience with a carefully curated assortment of the Westwing Collection and third-party design brands. The integrated platform combines Shop, Daily Specials, Stores, the B2B Service (Westwing Business) and the Westwing Design Service. Westwing’s team works together on its shared purpose to “Excite people to create homes that unlock the full beauty of life”. Founded in 2011, Westwing is headquartered in Munich and went public on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in October 2018. Disclaimer Certain statements in this communication may constitute forward-looking statements. These statements are based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable at the time they are made, and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. You should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events and we undertake no obligation to update or revise these statements. Our actual results may differ materially and adversely from any forward-looking statements discussed in these statements due to a number of factors. These include, without limitation, risks from macroeconomic developments, external fraud, inefficient processes at fulfilment centres, inaccurate personnel and capacity forecasts for fulfilment centres, hazardous materials/production conditions with regard to private labels, insufficient innovation capabilities, inadequate data security, insufficient market knowledge, strike risks and changes in competition levels.
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| Language: | English |
| Company: | Westwing Group SE |
| Moosacher Straße 88 | |
| 80809 Munich | |
| Germany | |
| Fax: | +49 (89) 550 544 445 |
| E-mail: | ir@westwing.de |
| Internet: | www.westwing.com |
| ISIN: | DE000A2N4H07 |
| WKN: | A2N4H0 |
| Listed: | Regulated Market in Frankfurt (Prime Standard); Regulated Unofficial Market in Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Munich, Stuttgart, Tradegate BSX |
| LEI Code: | 529900BN8B4KAHILIX84 |
| EQS News ID: | 2428700 |
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2428700 05.11.2026 CET/CEST
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