Geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility present significant challenges to sustaining growth
LLYC acquires a 60% stake in Digital Solvers in Brazil
MADRID, Oct. 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The audited results of LLYC (BME:LLYC) for the first half of 2025 confirm the key figures released in July. The global Marketing and Corporate Affairs consultancy posted operating income of €45.8 million, up 6.1% year over year, while total income (€64.8 million) reflected a slight 0.8% decline. Recurring EBITDA reached €7.9 million, a 15% increase, and net profit stood at €5.9 million.
As of June 30, 2025, it reported €8.7 million in cash and €35.4 million in net financial debt, maintaining a Net Debt-to-EBITDA ratio of 1.9x.
"The first half of the year brought significant challenges our way. Ongoing geopolitical uncertainties and financial market volatility have impacted the global economy and our sector." said Francisco Sánchez Rivas, Chair of LLYC's Board of Directors. "We have successfully diversified our services and expanded our client base while maintaining operational rigor to protect profitability."
In the first half of the year, 49% of LLYC's operating income and 67% of its recurring EBITDA came from the Corporate Affairs area. Marketing accounted for 51% of operating income and 33% of recurring EBITDA. Geographically, Europe accounted for 41% of operating income and 47% of EBITDA; Latin America contributed 35% and 23%, respectively; and the United States represented 24% of operating income and 30% of EBITDA.
New acquisitions
In June, LLYC acquired a 60% stake in São Paulo-based Digital Solvers, a ...
