2 months ago
On Tuesday, Lego posted a record first-half of 41.9 billion Danish kroner, or roughly $6.5 billion, in revenue — up 21% from the same period in 2025. In constant currency terms, revenue grew 26%.
The company said operating profit climbed 22% to reach 10.9 billion Danish kroner, equivalent to around $1.7 billion. Net profit climbed 32% to 8.6 billion Danish kroner. Consumer sales grew 22%, driven by demand across the product range. The company said it outpaced the global toy market and gained market share.
CEO Niels B. Christiansen said the results reflected broad appeal across the portfolio. "Our portfolio of products offers something for everyone, and culturally relevant brand experiences continue to drive demand across the globe," Christiansen said in a statement.
In the first half of the year, Lego introduced 332 new sets. Bestselling themes included Speed Champions, Botanicals, Technic, Icons and Star Wars. The company also introduced its LEGO SMART Play platform, which brings sensor-based interactive features to brick sets, and debuted a partnership with Pokémon. Sporting partnerships tied to Formula 1, the FIFA World Cup 2026 and K-pop property KPop Demon Hunters also contributed to consumer demand.
Christiansen told CNBC that new partnerships draw in consumers who had not previously found their interests represented in the Lego brand. "We've also seen that we retain consumers really, really well, and we're selling more to those we have," he said.
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The company said operating profit climbed 22% to reach 10.9 billion Danish kroner, equivalent to around $1.7 billion. Net profit climbed 32% to 8.6 billion Danish kroner. Consumer sales grew 22%, driven by demand across the product range. The company said it outpaced the global toy market and gained market share.
CEO Niels B. Christiansen said the results reflected broad appeal across the portfolio. "Our portfolio of products offers something for everyone, and culturally relevant brand experiences continue to drive demand across the globe," Christiansen said in a statement.
In the first half of the year, Lego introduced 332 new sets. Bestselling themes included Speed Champions, Botanicals, Technic, Icons and Star Wars. The company also introduced its LEGO SMART Play platform, which brings sensor-based interactive features to brick sets, and debuted a partnership with Pokémon. Sporting partnerships tied to Formula 1, the FIFA World Cup 2026 and K-pop property KPop Demon Hunters also contributed to consumer demand.
Christiansen told CNBC that new partnerships draw in consumers who had not previously found their interests represented in the Lego brand. "We've also seen that we retain consumers really, really well, and we're selling more to those we have," he said.
#danish #christiansen #kroner
4 months ago
Panama face England at the New York/New Jersey Stadium on Saturday evening, already eliminated from the 2026 World Cup and playing their final group game with nothing but pride at stake.
Two competitive 1–0 defeats to Ghana and Croatia have confirmed their exit. The Canal Men have not scored in either match and remain without a point at this World Cup. Against the most technically accomplished side they have faced at this tournament, breaking that duck will require something close to perfect.
Thomas Christiansen has a near-complete squad available but is without his two most influential midfielders. Adalberto Carrasquilla has not featured at this World Cup due to an adductor injury and suffered a further setback before the Croatia match. With nothing at stake in this fixture, Christiansen has no reason to rush him back.
Captain Anibal Godoy — Panama’s all-time appearance record holder with 160 caps — has managed just one minute of regular action at this tournament through lack of match fitness and is unlikely to start here.
In their absence, the midfield four of Cristian Martínez, Carlos Harvey, Yoel Bárcenas and José Luis Rodríguez is expected to continue in front of a disciplined back five. Amir Murillo operates as right-wing back alongside César Blackman on the left.
Two competitive 1–0 defeats to Ghana and Croatia have confirmed their exit. The Canal Men have not scored in either match and remain without a point at this World Cup. Against the most technically accomplished side they have faced at this tournament, breaking that duck will require something close to perfect.
Thomas Christiansen has a near-complete squad available but is without his two most influential midfielders. Adalberto Carrasquilla has not featured at this World Cup due to an adductor injury and suffered a further setback before the Croatia match. With nothing at stake in this fixture, Christiansen has no reason to rush him back.
Captain Anibal Godoy — Panama’s all-time appearance record holder with 160 caps — has managed just one minute of regular action at this tournament through lack of match fitness and is unlikely to start here.
In their absence, the midfield four of Cristian Martínez, Carlos Harvey, Yoel Bárcenas and José Luis Rodríguez is expected to continue in front of a disciplined back five. Amir Murillo operates as right-wing back alongside César Blackman on the left.
4 months ago
Panama were eliminated from World Cup contention after Croatia kept their hopes of progressing to the last 32 alive with a hard-fought 1-0 win on Tuesday.
Croatia, who made it to the last four of the 2018 and 2022 tournaments, were looking to bounce back after their opening Group L match, a 4-2 defeat to England in Dallas.
In the end, Ante Budimir's 54th minute goal proved enough to see off the spirited Central Americans.
Croatia's most celebrated player, Luka Modric, was making his 200th international appearance, but his early headed effort on goal sailed over the bar.
Under Danish-born coach Thomas Christiansen, Panama have implemented a tight defensive structure that helped them secure their second-ever World Cup appearance.
Croatia, who made it to the last four of the 2018 and 2022 tournaments, were looking to bounce back after their opening Group L match, a 4-2 defeat to England in Dallas.
In the end, Ante Budimir's 54th minute goal proved enough to see off the spirited Central Americans.
Croatia's most celebrated player, Luka Modric, was making his 200th international appearance, but his early headed effort on goal sailed over the bar.
Under Danish-born coach Thomas Christiansen, Panama have implemented a tight defensive structure that helped them secure their second-ever World Cup appearance.
