Strauss Doubles Net Profit in Q2 2026 Despite Coffee Sales Decline, Declares 180 Million Shekel Dividend
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By חזי שטרנליכט, נבו שפיר
First reported by Calcalist · Aug 12, 2026
What happened
Strauss Group doubled its net profit to 195 million shekels in Q2 2026 despite a 6.7% revenue decline caused by lower coffee sales and currency effects. Operating profit rose 42%, helped by an insurance settlement and cost reductions. The company declared a 180 million shekel dividend and is expanding its Brazilian operations through a major food acquisition.
- 01Strauss doubled Q2 2026 net profit to 195 million shekels despite 6.7% revenue drop.
- 02Operating profit rose 42% to 363 million shekels, aided by insurance compensation and cost cuts.
- 03International coffee sales fell 13%, but operating profit in this segment increased 44%.
- 04Israeli sales declined 1.5%, yet operating profit jumped 46% due to efficiency and currency benefits.
- 05Strauss approved a 180 million shekel dividend following strong cash flow and reduced debt ratio.
- 06The company plans to expand in Brazil by acquiring food company Yoki for 800 million reais.
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