Economic Challenges Impact Artprint’s Results: 1.1 Million Lei Loss

Artprint, one of the most important suppliers for publishing houses in Romania and the first private printing company after 1990, recorded a net loss of 1.1 million lei in the first six months of 2025, compared to a net profit of 380,200 lei in the same period last year. The company holds a bond issuance of 2.4 million lei listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange.

Revenue fell by 20.7%, reaching 19.9 million lei, affected by reduced execution of previously signed contracts due to lower demand for non-essential products. Cash flows were also impacted by arrears, a phenomenon consistent with recent economic developments.

Management Statement on Financial Situation
“Despite the reported loss, the company has the necessary resources to meet its current obligations and support investment plans, without risking business continuity or its attractiveness to investors. Regarding the obligations assumed through the bond loan, the company has paid the first coupon to bondholders according to the agreed schedule, which it will continue to honor,” Artprint notes in its semi-annual financial report.

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Management expects a gradual reduction of losses over the next six months, supported by expense optimization, lower raw material costs, and adaptation to economic developments. These measures aim to strengthen the company’s resilience and create conditions for a return to profitability.

Economic Context and Outlook
“From the perspective of Artprint S.A.’s results and financial position during the reporting period, they reflect the challenges the company faced in the first half of 2025, considering the impact of the war in Ukraine, the inflationary crisis on the Romanian business environment, the business models of the company’s traditional partners, as well as consumer behavior and habits,” the report states.

Artprint remains focused on adapting to the new economic conditions, with the goal of returning to profitability and generating value for investors in the near future.

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