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Adidas shares rise after raising its 2026 profit outlook

Adidas lifted its 2026 operating profit guidance by about 100 million euros after strong third-quarter results, Reuters reported on Wednesday.

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what happened

According to Reuters, shares of the German sportswear maker were up about 3.3% in Lang & Schwarz premarket trading on Wednesday. The company reported solid third-quarter numbers and on Tuesday improved its full-year forecast.

Adidas now expects annual operating profit to be roughly 100 million euros ($112 million) higher than it previously anticipated. The exchange rate cited was $1 = 0.8910 euros.

why it matters

An upward revision to guidance typically supports the company's stock and sentiment across European consumer goods. The euro-dollar rate in the report is relevant for currency traders tracking exporters.

market impact

Adidas and consumer goods sector: raised guidance supports the company's shares

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sources

  1. Adidas shares rise after 2026 guidance hike — Reuters, 21 October 2026 at 06:04 UTC
  2. Adidas shares rise as strong third quarter drives 2026 guidance hike — Reuters, 21 October 2026 at 06:43 UTC

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