Hal Mann Vella Group plc – Updated Financial Analysis Summary
Following last week's article detailing the performance of the S&P 500 index in 2025, it is worth devoting time to review the developments across the European equity markers in my last article of the year.
On 17 June 2026, Hal Mann Vella Group plc published an updated Financial Analysis Summary. The following are the main highlights of the expected financial performance and position of Hal Mann Vella Group in 2026:
- Revenues are expected to decrease by 9.3% to €29.0 million reflecting solely the drop in revenue from property development to €0.8 million (2025: €4.2 million), amid limited property stock for sale. In fact, revenue from ‘manufacturing and general contracting services’ is forecasted to increase marginally to €25.5 million (2025: €25.1 million) and rental income is expected to grow by 2.3% to €2.7 million.
- The Group explained that the development in Santa Venera comprising 43 residential units, two commercial outlets, and three levels of underground garages and car spaces is targeted for completion by the end of 2028.
- EBITDA is anticipated to ease by 3.3% to €5.6 million from €5.8 million last year. Nonetheless, the EBITDA margin is expected to improve to 19.4% from 18.2% in 2025.
- Net finance costs are expected to remain practically unchanged at €2.4 million. Consequently, interest cover is also anticipated to remain relatively stable at 2.4 times.
- Total debt is projected to decrease by 3.5% to €54.5 million, including €8.1 million in lease liabilities. Consequently, the Group’s gearing ratio (calculated as total debt divided by total debt plus equity) is anticipated to ease to 48.4%, from 49.6% as at the end of 2025.
- The Group’s total assets are expected to increase by 0.9% to €133.1 million, and the debt-to-asset ratio is expected to improve to 0.41 times, from 0.43 times as at the end of 2025.
- Considering the anticipated cash balance of €0.7 million (€3.05 million in December 2025), the net debt position is expected to increase slightly to €53.7 million. Consequently, net debt-to-EBITDA is forecasted to be at 9.6 times, compared to 9.2 times in 2025.
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The article contains public information only and is published solely for informational purposes. It should not be construed as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any securities or related financial instruments. No representation or warranty, either expressed or implied, is provided in relation to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the information contained herein, nor is it intended to be a complete statement or summary of the securities, markets or developments referred to in this article. Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd (“Rizzo Farrugia”) is under no obligation to update or keep current the information contained herein. Since the buying and selling of securities by any person is dependent on that person’s financial situation and an assessment of the suitability and appropriateness of the proposed transaction, no person should act upon any recommendation in this article without first obtaining investment advice. Rizzo Farrugia, its directors, the author of this article, other employees or clients may have or have had interests in the securities referred to herein and may at any time make purchases and/or sales in them as principal or agent. Furthermore, Rizzo Farrugia may have or have had a relationship with or may provide or has provided other services of a corporate nature to companies herein mentioned. Stock markets are volatile and subject to fluctuations which cannot be reasonably foreseen. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future results. Foreign currency rates of exchange may adversely affect the value, price or income of any security mentioned in this article. Neither Rizzo Farrugia, nor any of its directors or employees accepts any liability for any loss or damage arising out of the use of all or any part of this article. Additional information can be made available upon request from Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd., Airways House, Fourth Floor, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551. Telephone: +356 2258 3000; Email: info@rizzofarrugia.com; Website: www.rizzofarrugia.com © 2021 Rizzo, Farrugia & Co. (Stockbrokers) Ltd. All rights reserved. This article may not be reproduced or redistributed, in whole or in part, without the written permission of Rizzo Farrugia. Moreover, Rizzo Farrugia accepts no liability whatsoever for the actions of third parties in this respect.
This article was produced by Edward Rizzo, Director at Rizzo Farrugia, which is a company licensed to undertake investment services in Malta by the MFSA under the Investment Services Act, Cap. 370 of the Laws of Malta and a member of the Malta Stock Exchange. The company’s registered address is at Airways House, Fourth Floor, High Street, Sliema SLM 1551, Malta.