{"success":true,"data":{"pressRelease":{"id":"96060","rtpr_id":"nGNE4BD225","ticker":"ROPC","exchange":"","all_tickers":["ROPC"],"title":"[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche’s strong momentum continues in the first half of 2026, delivering +6% sales growth at constant exchange rates; -2% in CHF due to the significant appreciation of the Swiss franc","author":"Globe Newswire","published_at":"2026-07-23T05:00:00.815Z","article_body":"* Group sales were +6% at constant exchange rates (CER)(1), -2% when reported\nin CHF and +8% in USD(2), in the first six months, driven by high demand for\ninnovative medicines and diagnostics.\n* Pharmaceuticals Division sales were +6% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF and\n+8% in USD, due to continued high growth in sales of our medicines across\ndisease areas; Xolair (allergic asthma, chronic hives, food allergies),\nHemlibra (haemophilia A), Ocrevus (multiple sclerosis), Phesgo (breast cancer)\nand Vabysmo (severe eye diseases) were the top growth drivers.\n* Diagnostics Division sales were +3% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF and +6%\nin USD, driven by demand for immunodiagnostic and clinical chemistry products\nas well as pathology and molecular solutions.\n* Core operating profit was +10% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF, driven by\nhigher sales and other revenue; IFRS operating profit was -6% in CHF due to\nthe appreciation of the Swiss franc.\n* Core earnings per share were +9% at CER (-2% in CHF); IFRS diluted earnings\nper share were -8% in CHF due to the appreciation of the Swiss franc.\n* Highlights: * US Priority Reviews for giredestrant in an early-stage breast\ncancer, Enspryng in thyroid eye disease, Tecentriq in colon cancer as well as\nGazyva/Gazyvaro in idiopathic nephrotic syndrome and primary membranous\nnephropathy, two autoimmune diseases affecting the kidneys\n* US acceptance of a supplemental Biologics License Application for the\nLunsumio and Polivy combination for blood cancer and Gazyva/Gazyvaro for\nsystemic lupus erythematosus\n* Positive phase III data on divarasib in lung cancer; presentation of\npromising data on fenebrutinib in multiple sclerosis (phase III),\nGazyva/Gazyvaro in three autoimmune diseases (phase III) and enicepatide\n(CT-388) and petrelintide in obesity (phase II)\n* Launch of Axelios 1, a transformative next-generation sequencing platform\nbased on the innovative SBX technology, enabling the fastest DNA sequencing at\nscale\n* EU CE mark for two blood tests: Elecsys pTau217 to detect Alzheimer’s\npathology and Elecsys IGRA TB to identify latent tuberculosis infection\n* US approval for Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay, the first companion\ndiagnostic to assess the levels of a key protein in prostate cancer\n* Global collaboration agreement with Nurix Therapeutics for the BTK degrader\nbexobrutideg across malignant haematology, immunology and neurology\n* Agreement to acquire PathAI to transform AI-driven diagnostics\n \n* Outlook for 2026 confirmed.\nOutlook for 2026\nRoche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) expects an increase in Group sales in the\nmid single digit range (CER) for 2026. Core earnings per share are targeted to\ndevelop in the high single digit range (CER). Roche expects to further\nincrease its dividend in Swiss francs.\n\n Key figures CHF millions % change \n January–June 2026 2025 At CER (1) In CHF In USD \n Group sales 30,364 30,944 6 -2 8 \n Pharmaceuticals Division 23,629 23,985 6 -1 8 \n Diagnostics Division 6,735 6,959 3 -3 6 \n Core operating profit 11,856 12,010 10 -1 \n Core EPS – diluted (CHF) 10.85 11.08 9 -2 \n IFRS operating profit 9,671 10,330 6 -6 \n\nRoche CEO Thomas Schinecker: “Our strong momentum continued in the first\nhalf of the year, driven by a 6% sales increase at constant exchange rates and\nsignificant positive pipeline development.  \n\nWe reported positive phase III data for divarasib, reinforcing its potential\nas a best-in-class therapy in advanced lung cancer. Our regulatory momentum\naccelerated significantly as the US FDA granted five Priority Reviews:\ngiredestrant in early-stage breast cancer, Enspryng in thyroid eye disease,\nTecentriq in colon cancer and Gazyva/Gazyvaro in two autoimmune kidney\ndiseases.\n\nIn Diagnostics, we reached major milestones with the launch of our\ntransformative, highly cost-effective Axelios 1 sequencing solution, alongside\nEU CE mark for key diagnostic tests, including the Elecsys pTau217 blood test\nfor Alzheimer’s pathology and the Elecsys IGRA TB blood test, which delivers\nautomated, scalable latent tuberculosis screening to laboratories worldwide.\n\nBacked by our robust pipeline, we are well-positioned for sustained future\ngrowth. We confirm our outlook.”\n\nGroup results\nIn the first six months of 2026, Roche sales were +6% at CER, -2% when\nreported in CHF, to CHF 30.4 billion due to strong demand for pharmaceutical\nproducts and diagnostic solutions. The appreciation of the Swiss franc against\nmost currencies, notably the US dollar, had a significant impact on the\nresults reported in Swiss francs compared to constant exchange rates.\n\nCore operating profit was +10% at CER (-1% in CHF) to CHF 11.9 billion, driven\nby higher sales and other revenue. Core earnings per share were +9% at CER\n(-2% in CHF).\n\nIFRS operating profit was -6% in CHF to CHF 9.7 billion. IFRS diluted earnings\nper share were -8% in CHF. The IFRS results were impacted by the appreciation\nof the Swiss franc.\n\nSales in the Pharmaceuticals Division were +6% at CER, -1% when reported in\nCHF, to CHF 23.6 billion, with our medicines across disease areas continuing\ntheir strong growth.\n\nThe top five growth drivers – Xolair, Hemlibra, Ocrevus, Phesgo and Vabysmo\n– achieved total sales of CHF 11.0 billion, an increase of 12% at CER, or 4%\nin CHF, compared to the first six months of 2025.\n\nSales of products with expired patents (Avastin, Herceptin, MabThera/Rituxan,\nLucentis and Actemra/RoActemra) were CHF 2.6 billion, a decrease of 8% at CER,\nor 15% in CHF, compared to the first six months of 2025.\n\nIn the United States, sales were +6% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF, due to\ncontinued growth of Xolair, Hemlibra, Polivy (blood cancer) and Tecentriq.\nThis growth more than compensated for the lower sales of Perjeta (breast\ncancer) and Kadcyla (breast cancer) as well as the impact of biosimilar\nerosion on Actemra/RoActemra (rheumatoid arthritis).\n\nSales in Europe were +1% at CER, or -1% when reported in CHF, as demand for\nOcrevus, Evrysdi (spinal muscular atrophy) and Phesgo more than offset the\nimpact of lower sales of Actemra/RoActemra due to biosimilar competition and\nPerjeta because of the conversion of patients to Phesgo.\n\nIn Japan, sales were +11% at CER, -5% when reported in CHF, mainly due to\nproduct supply to third parties, as well as the uptake of Elevidys (Duchenne\nmuscular dystrophy) and continued growth of Lunsumio (blood cancer), Vabysmo\nand Hemlibra.\n\nSales in the International region were +10% at CER, or +4% when reported in\nCHF, led by Phesgo, Vabysmo, Hemlibra, Ocrevus and Polivy. In China, sales\nwere -9% at CER, or -12% when reported in CHF, due to the base effect of a\nsevere flu season in 2025 on Xofluza sales.\n\nThe Diagnostics Division’s sales were +3% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF,\nto CHF 6.7 billion, driven by growth in demand for immunodiagnostic and\nclinical chemistry products  as well as pathology and molecular solutions.\nThis growth more than offset the impact of healthcare pricing reforms in\nChina.\n\nSales in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region were +3% at CER, -1%\nwhen reported in CHF, driven by higher sales of immunodiagnostic products, the\nclinical chemistry portfolio and molecular solutions.\n\nIn North America, sales were +8% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF, due to\ngrowth across the Core Lab and Pathology Lab customer areas.\n\nSales in Asia-Pacific were -5% at CER, or -12% when reported in CHF, mainly\ndue to the healthcare pricing reforms in China, partially offset by growth in\ndemand for clinical chemistry and immunodiagnostic products across the rest of\nthe region.\n\nIn Latin America, sales were +10% at CER, or +5% when reported in CHF.\n\nPharmaceuticals: key developments\n\n Compound Milestone \n Regulatory \n Gazyva/Gazyvaro Several autoimmune diseases FDA grants Priority Review for Roche’s Gazyva/Gazyvaro for adults with primary membranous nephropathy (pMN) * The Priority Review decision is based on results from the phase III MAJESTY study, where Gazyva/Gazyvaro achieved significantly higher complete remission rates at two years compared to tacrolimus. \n * If approved, Gazyva/Gazyvaro will be the first FDA-approved therapy for pMN, following global approvals in lupus nephritis and ongoing regulatory filings in systemic lupus erythematosus and idiopathic nephrotic syndrome. \n * pMN is a chronic autoimmune disease with no FDA- or EMA-approved therapies to date; when left untreated, up to 30% of patients progress to kidney failure over a period of 10 years. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-15), 15 July 2026 \n Enspryng Thyroid eye disease FDA grants Priority Review for Enspryng, the first and only at-home subcutaneous treatment option for thyroid eye disease (TED) * The filing application is based on improvements seen across key efficacy endpoints from the global phase III SatraGO-1 and SatraGO-2 studies, including proptosis (bulging eyes) and diplopia (double vision) in active TED. \n * Enspryng has the potential to become the first at-home subcutaneous disease-modifying standard of care for TED. \n * TED is an autoimmune disease affecting approximately 155 out of every 100,000 people that can lead to facial disfigurement and vision-threatening complications if left untreated. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-30), 30 June 2026 \n Lunsumio and Polivy Blood cancer FDA accepts supplemental Biologics License Application for Lunsumio and Polivy combination for relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) * Filing acceptance is based on data from the phase III SUNMO study, where subcutaneous Lunsumio VELO plus Polivy demonstrated a 59% reduction in risk of disease progression or death. \n * People with relapsed or refractory LBCL represent a population with one of the highest unmet needs in lymphoma and require timely access to effective therapies. \n * If approved, this outpatient-ready regimen could enable access to care in the community setting, where most US patients receive treatment. \n More information: Media release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-18), 18 June 2026 \n Tecentriq Colon cancer FDA grants Priority Review for Tecentriq for a certain type of stage III colon cancer * Filing acceptance is based on data from the phase III Alliance ATOMIC study showing Tecentriq plus chemotherapy reduced recurrence or death risk by 50% versus chemotherapy alone. \n * Nearly one in three patients with stage III colon cancer relapses within five years, highlighting a critical need for new adjuvant treatment options. \n * If approved, Tecentriq plus chemotherapy could provide a new standard of care for the treatment of stage III dMMR/MSI-H colon cancer after surgery. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-11), 11 June 2026 \n Giredestrant Breast cancer FDA accepts New Drug Application for giredestrant in ER-positive early-stage breast cancer, the first and only oral selective oestrogen receptor degrader with positive phase III results in the curative setting * Filing acceptance, under Priority Review, is based on phase III data showing giredestrant reduced the risk of invasive disease recurrence or death by 30% compared with standard-of-care endocrine therapy. \n * Giredestrant represents the first significant advance in adjuvant endocrine therapy in over 20 years. \n * Giredestrant has the potential to become a new standard-of-care in the adjuvant setting; more than 90% of ER-positive breast cancer cases are diagnosed at an early stage (I‒III). \n * The FDA has set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act date of 30 November 2026. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-02), 2 June 2026 \n Phase III, pivotal and other key read-outs \n Divarasib Lung cancer Divarasib shows superiority in head-to-head phase III trial against approved KRAS G12C inhibitors in non-small cell lung cancer * Phase III (Krascendo 1) demonstrates best-in-class potential for patients with previously treated advanced KRAS G12C non-small cell lung cancer. \n * Divarasib showed clinically meaningful improvements in progression-free survival compared to approved KRAS G12C inhibitors; no new safety signals were observed. \n * Statistical significance for overall survival was achieved at the interim analysis in this poor-prognosis patient population. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-02), 2 July 2026 \n Fenebrutinib Multiple sclerosis Fenebrutinib significantly reduces relapses versus standard of care to approximately one every 17 years in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) * Late-breaking phase III FENhance 1 and 2 study results showed superiority of investigational fenebrutinib compared to teriflunomide in reducing relapses and brain lesions in RMS. \n * Both studies showed positive trends in reducing disability progression with fenebrutinib compared to teriflunomide. \n * Fenebrutinib could become a first-in-class BTK inhibitor and the first and only high-efficacy oral medication for both RMS and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-04-21c), 22 April 2026 \n Other \n Alzheimer’s integrated portfolio presentation Roche presents new data on Alzheimer’s disease from across its integrated pharmaceuticals and diagnostics portfolio at AAIC * Five oral presentations in a featured research session highlighted trontinemab, including new long-term data from the phase Ib/IIa Brainshuttle AD study and the design of phase III PrevenTRON study in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease. \n * New data on Roche’s CE-marked Elecsys pTau217 blood test were presented on its use for the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease in both primary and secondary care. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-07), 7 July 2026 \n Nurix Therapeutics collaboration Roche announces global collaboration with Nurix Therapeutics to co-develop and co-commercialise potential best-in-class BTK degrader bexobrutideg across malignant haematology, immunology and neurology * Agreement offers potential best-in-class targeted protein degrader therapy option for people living with B-cell malignancies. \n * Collaboration adds to Roche’s oncology pipeline and offers potential indications in immunology (chronic spontaneous urticaria) and neurology (multiple sclerosis). \n * Bexobrutideg utilises a novel approach to eliminate the Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) protein, potentially overcoming existing resistance mechanisms found with current standard-of-care BTK inhibitors. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-08), 8 June 2026 \n Obesity portfolio data presentation Roche presents new data advancing its obesity portfolio at the American Diabetes Association’s 2026 scientific sessions * Late-breaking phase II data highlight enicepatide’s (CT-388) efficacy and safety, reinforcing its potential to deliver best-in-class weight loss across a broad population of people living with overweight or obesity. \n * Late-breaking data from the phase II ZUPREME-1 trial showcase petrelintide’s efficacy, safety and compelling tolerability profile, which has the potential to redefine the weight management experience for people living with overweight or obesity. \n * A phase II multi-arm trial evaluating enicepatide and petrelintide fixed-dose combinations will be initiated in the coming months to develop a differentiated treatment option. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-01), 1 June 2026 \n Oncology portfolio data presentation Roche presents new data at ASCO 2026, reinforcing giredestrant’s potential to transform the treatment paradigm in early breast cancer * New data were presented from the lidERA study on giredestrant’s potential as a new standard of care for adjuvant ER-positive breast cancer across all menopausal stages. \n * Primary results were presented from the persevERA study on the numerical improvement in progression-free survival observed with first-line giredestrant plus palbociclib in advanced, endocrine-sensitive disease. \n * Overall, Roche highlighted data on nine approved and investigational medicines – including bispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates and brain-permeable molecules – that target urgent needs in breast, blood, lung and other cancers. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-19), 19 May 2026 \n Ophthalmology portfolio data presentation Roche presents extensive data showcasing its industry-leading ophthalmology portfolio at ARVO 2026 * New real-world data confirm the potent retinal drying of Vabysmo in neovascular or ‘wet’ age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and diabetic macular edema (DME). \n * Key data for Susvimo demonstrate its potential to provide lasting disease control through continuous delivery, while reducing treatment burden. \n * Roche presented more than 45 abstracts at ARVO 2026, including 20 oral presentations across five retinal conditions. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-04-30), 30 April 2026 \n\nPharmaceuticals sales\n\n Sales CHF millions As % of sales % change \n January–June 2026 2025 2026 2025 At CER In CHF \n Pharmaceuticals Division 23,629 23,985 100.0 100.0 6 -1 \n United States 12,229 12,670 51.8 52.8 6 -3 \n Europe 4,520 4,566 19.1 19.0 1 -1 \n Japan 1,360 1,425 5.8 5.9 11 -5 \n International 5,520 5,324 23.3 22.3 10 4 \n\nInternational: Asia-Pacific, CEETRIS (Central Eastern Europe, Türkiye, Russia\nand Indian subcontinent), Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Canada,\nothers                                                                     \n\n Top 20 best-selling pharmaceuticals Total United States Europe Japan International \n CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % \n Ocrevus Multiple sclerosis 3,470 7 2,300 2 758 10 - - 412 30 \n Hemlibra Haemophilia A 2,492 11 1,313 9 502 4 171 9 506 26 \n Vabysmo Eye diseases (nAMD, DME, RVO) 2,059 8 1,333 1 386 5 75 26 265 65 \n Tecentriq Cancer immunotherapy 1,704 6 815 9 410 -3 146 -2 333 17 \n Xolair (3) Chronic hives, food allergies 1,673 27 1,673 27 - - - - - - \n Perjeta (3) Breast cancer 1,389 -7 551 -11 238 -14 24 -23 576 0 \n Phesgo Breast cancer 1,318 18 318 0 425 9 88 15 487 47 \n Actemra/RoActemra (3) RA, COVID-19 1,074 -9 515 -9 238 -21 140 8 181 -3 \n Evrysdi Spinal muscular atrophy 968 17 323 15 335 17 39 -1 271 25 \n Kadcyla (3) Breast cancer 916 -6 310 -14 248 -4 39 2 319 3 \n Polivy Blood cancer 808 20 381 28 128 -18 98 16 201 47 \n Alecensa Lung cancer 795 6 261 4 126 -4 93 8 315 13 \n MabThera/Rituxan (3) Blood cancer, RA 609 5 402 14 62 -9 6 -11 139 -10 \n Activase/TNKase (3) Cardiac diseases 555 11 531 11 - - - - 24 12 \n Gazyva/Gazyvaro (3) Blood cancer, lupus nephritis 489 7 240 4 117 -1 17 14 115 21 \n Herceptin (3) Breast and gastric cancer 462 -12 94 -14 136 -7 2 -36 230 -14 \n Avastin (3) Various cancer types 414 -15 125 -12 35 37 36 -44 218 -13 \n Pulmozyme (3) Cystic fibrosis 204 -8 145 -5 29 -11 - 26 30 -18 \n Columvi Blood cancer 196 70 91 28 53 116 - - 52 173 \n Enspryng Acute inflammation of brain, spinal cord and optic nerves 195 22 50 20 23 20 79 18 43 37 \n\nDME: diabetic macular edema / nAMD: neovascular or ‘wet’ age-related\nmacular degeneration / RVO: retinal vein occlusion / RA: rheumatoid arthritis\n\nDiagnostics: key developments\n\n Product Milestone \n cobas HDV test Roche introduces cobas hepatitis D virus (HDV) test, the first fully automated diagnostic solution to identify the most severe form of viral hepatitis * The new test enables clinicians to reliably diagnose HDV and monitor patients’ treatment response. \n * Hepatitis D affects nearly 12 million people globally and is considered the most aggressive form of viral hepatitis, often leading to liver failure and cancer faster than other types. \n * The cobas HDV test is the first high-throughput, fully automated HDV assay on the market, addressing the urgent need for a consistent, widely accessible solution and expanding access to critical testing just as new treatments for the disease become available. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-14), 14 July 2026 \n Elecsys IGRA TB test Roche receives CE mark for blood test to identify tuberculosis infection * The Elecsys IGRA TB test expands global access to tuberculosis infection testing, advancing progress towards the World Health Organization’s elimination targets. \n * Performed on Roche’s industry-leading and widely available cobas immunoassay systems, the test enables laboratories to meet growing tuberculosis infection testing needs by reducing reliance on manual workflows through automation and digital solutions. \n * The new solution provides rapid, high-throughput and cost-effective tuberculosis testing, delivers reliable results in under 24 hours and cuts standard processing times in half to just 19 minutes per patient. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-09), 9 July 2026 \n Axelios 1 sequencing platform Roche announces the launch of Axelios 1, a transformative next-generation sequencing platform * Axelios 1 delivers a unique combination of accuracy, speed, scalability and cost efficiency, giving laboratories of all sizes the freedom to customise their workflows and explore a wider array of applications. \n * Powered by innovative SBX technology, the platform is capable of end-to-end, same-day whole-genome sequencing in research workflows, with accurate results within hours. \n * The Axelios 1 platform holds promise for research laboratories today, and potentially for a broad range of clinical settings in the future. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-29), 29 June 2026 \n Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay Roche receives FDA approval for the first companion diagnostic to assess PTEN protein in people living with prostate cancer * The new Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay fulfills an unmet medical need by helping clinicians identify patients with PTEN protein loss who may benefit from combination treatment with Truqap. \n * In prostate cancer, PTEN protein loss is associated with faster disease progression and reduced benefit from current standard-of-care treatments. \n * The FDA approval reinforces Roche’s leadership in companion diagnostics and its ongoing commitment to expanding personalised healthcare to improve patient outcomes. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-12), 12 June 2026 \n Liver Disease Panel Roche launches the Liver Disease Panel, the first suite of certified algorithms to support chronic liver disease (CLD) management * Roche introduces the first comprehensive library of certified healthcare algorithms to support CLD management. \n * The Liver Disease Panel includes LiverPRO — a certified algorithm developed by the health tech company Evido — requiring only age and routine blood markers for the timely detection of liver fibrosis. \n * With CLD affecting 1.5 billion people worldwide, the non-invasive panel solution covers care along the patient pathway from fibrosis risk identification to the surveillance of liver cancer. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-27), 27 May 2026 \n Elecsys pTau217 test Roche receives CE mark for new blood test to detect Alzheimer’s pathology: Elecsys plasma phosphorylated-tau 217 (pTau217) * Elecsys pTau217 is the first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease pathology with a single‑assay design, intended to rule in and rule out amyloid pathology across primary and secondary care, offering faster diagnosis for millions of patients around the world. \n * While maintaining accuracy comparable to spinal fluid diagnostics against the gold standard PET-CT scans, the Elecsys pTau217 test offers a more convenient, minimally invasive alternative via a routine blood draw. \n * Diagnosing dementia currently takes 3.5 years on average, and an estimated 75% of people living with dementia remain undiagnosed. Elecsys pTau217 offers a simple blood test to aid in earlier, more accessible Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis for millions of patients around the world. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-12), 12 May 2026 \n PathAI agreement Roche enters into a definitive merger agreement to acquire PathAI to transform AI-driven diagnostics * PathAI’s best-in-class Image Management System (IMS) with advanced AI analysis and workflow capabilities will complement Roche’s digital pathology portfolio to drive laboratory efficiency. \n * Combining Roche’s strong position in companion diagnostics and PathAI’s advanced AI platform helps accelerate clinical therapy development, foster the discovery of new biomarkers and create novel diagnostic tools. \n * These integrated capabilities will accelerate the shift from broad intervention towards personalised healthcare for patients. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-07), 7 May 2026 \n\nDiagnostics sales\n\n Sales CHF millions As % of sales % change \n January–June 2026 2025 2026 2025 At CER In CHF \n Diagnostics Division 6,735 6,959 100.0 100.0 3 -3 \n Customer areas \n Core Lab 3,756 3,839 55.8 55.2 4 -2 \n Molecular Lab 1,196 1,250 17.7 18.0 3 -4 \n Near Patient Care 909 1,018 13.5 14.6 -5 -11 \n Pathology Lab 874 852 13.0 12.2 11 3 \n Regions \n Europe, Middle East, Africa 2,466 2,485 36.6 35.7 3 -1 \n North America 2,211 2,235 32.8 32.1 8 -1 \n Asia-Pacific 1,522 1,729 22.6 24.9 -5 -12 \n Latin America 536 510 8.0 7.3 10 5 \n\nMore information on Roche’s performance in the first six months of 2026:\n* Half-Year 2026 Presentation (http://www.roche.com/irp260723-a.pdf)\n* Half-Year 2026 Presentation with appendix\n(http://www.roche.com/irp260723.pdf)\n* Half-Year 2026 Finance Report (http://www.roche.com/hy26e.pdf)\n* Appendix with tables\n(https://assets.roche.com/f/176343/x/482fe6936b/appendix-tables-hy-2026.pdf)\nAbout Roche \nRoche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) is a healthcare company uniquely placed to\nprevent, stop and cure diseases by uniting leading science and technology\nacross diagnostics, medicines and digital solutions.\n\nRoche was founded in Basel, Switzerland in 1896 and today is a leading\nprovider of transformative medicines and diagnostics for millions of people in\nover 150 countries around the world. It is dedicated to tackling healthcare\nchallenges that place the greatest strain on patients, families, communities\nand healthcare systems. Across its Diagnostics and Pharmaceuticals Divisions,\nRoche focuses on areas including oncology, neurology, cardiovascular and\nmetabolic diseases, ophthalmology, infectious diseases and immunology with the\naim of providing real and positive change for patients, the people they love\nand the professionals who care for them.\n\nGenentech in the United States is a fully owned subsidiary in the Roche Group.\nRoche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, a major innovator\nin the Japanese therapeutic antibody market.\n\nFor more information, please visit www.roche.com.\n\nAll trademarks used or mentioned in this release are protected by law.\n\nReferences\n[1] CER (Constant Exchange Rates). The percentage changes at constant exchange\nrates are calculated using simulations by reconsolidating both the 2026 and\n2025 results at constant exchange rates (the average rates for the year ended\n31 December 2025). For the definition of CER, see page 178 of the Roche\nFinance Report 2025.\n[2] USD (US dollars). The percentage changes for selected sales figures in US\ndollars are calculated by translating both the 2026 and 2025 sales figures at\nthe respective average US dollar exchange rate for the period in question.\nThis supplementary information is provided to assist readers when assessing\ncomparability with other companies.\n[3] Products launched before 2015.\n\nCautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements\nThis document contains certain forward-looking statements. These\nforward-looking statements may be identified by words such as ‘believes’,\n‘expects’, ‘anticipates’, ‘projects’, ‘intends’, ‘should’,\n‘seeks’, ‘estimates’, ‘future’ or similar expressions or by\ndiscussion of, among other things, strategy, goals, plans or intentions.\nVarious factors may cause actual results to differ materially in the future\nfrom those reflected in forward-looking statements contained in this document,\nsuch as: (1) pricing and product initiatives of competitors; (2) legislative\nand regulatory developments and economic conditions; (3) delay or inability in\nobtaining regulatory approvals or bringing products to market; (4)\nfluctuations in currency exchange rates and general financial market\nconditions; (5) uncertainties in the discovery, development or marketing of\nnew products or new uses of existing products, including without limitation\nnegative results of clinical trials or research projects, unexpected side\neffects of pipeline or marketed products; (6) increased government pricing\npressures; (7) interruptions in production; (8) loss of or inability to obtain\nadequate protection for intellectual property rights; (9) litigation; (10)\nloss of key executives or other employees; and (11) adverse publicity and news\ncoverage. The statement regarding earnings per share growth is not a profit\nforecast and should not be interpreted to mean that Roche’s earnings or\nearnings per share for this or any subsequent period will necessarily match or\nexceed the historical published earnings or earnings per share of Roche.\n\nRoche Global Media Relations\nPhone: +41 61 688 88 88 / e-mail: media.relations@roche.com\n\n Hans Trees, PhD Phone: +41 79 407 72 58 Lorena Corfas Phone: +41 79 568 24 95 \n Simon Goldsborough Phone: +44 797 32 72 915 Karsten Kleine Phone: +41 79 461 86 83 \n Kirti Pandey Phone: +41 79 398 38 53 Yvette Petillon Phone: +41 79 961 92 50 \n Dr Rebekka Schnell Phone: +41 79 205 27 03 Irène Stephan Phone: +41 79 377 83 75 \n\nRoche Investor Relations\n\n Dr Bruno Eschli Phone: +41 61 687 52 84 E-mail: bruno.eschli@roche.com Dr Sabine Borngräber Phone: +41 61 688 80 27 E-mail: sabine.borngraeber@roche.com \n Dr Birgit Masjost Phone: +41 61 688 48 14 E-mail: birgit.masjost@roche.com \n\nInvestor Relations North America\n\n Loren Kalm Phone: +1 650 225 32 17 E-mail: kalm.loren@gene.com \n\nAttachments\n* Media & Investor Release Roche HY 2026 EN\n(https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/73b8b0fc-8226-4dda-8950-091afdb96e02)\n \n* Communications appendix tables_HY_Results_13072026\n(https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/8793d836-367d-46ec-9404-a00c81f6dbd4)","article_body_html":"","raw_payload":{"data":{"id":"nGNE4BD225","title":"[Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR] Roche’s strong momentum continues in the first half of 2026, delivering +6% sales growth at constant exchange rates; -2% in CHF due to the significant appreciation of the Swiss franc","author":"Globe Newswire","ticker":"ROPC","created":"2026-07-23T05:00:00.815Z","tickers":["ROPC"],"exchange":"","article_body":"* Group sales were +6% at constant exchange rates (CER)(1), -2% when reported\nin CHF and +8% in USD(2), in the first six months, driven by high demand for\ninnovative medicines and diagnostics.\n* Pharmaceuticals Division sales were +6% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF and\n+8% in USD, due to continued high growth in sales of our medicines across\ndisease areas; Xolair (allergic asthma, chronic hives, food allergies),\nHemlibra (haemophilia A), Ocrevus (multiple sclerosis), Phesgo (breast cancer)\nand Vabysmo (severe eye diseases) were the top growth drivers.\n* Diagnostics Division sales were +3% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF and +6%\nin USD, driven by demand for immunodiagnostic and clinical chemistry products\nas well as pathology and molecular solutions.\n* Core operating profit was +10% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF, driven by\nhigher sales and other revenue; IFRS operating profit was -6% in CHF due to\nthe appreciation of the Swiss franc.\n* Core earnings per share were +9% at CER (-2% in CHF); IFRS diluted earnings\nper share were -8% in CHF due to the appreciation of the Swiss franc.\n* Highlights: * US Priority Reviews for giredestrant in an early-stage breast\ncancer, Enspryng in thyroid eye disease, Tecentriq in colon cancer as well as\nGazyva/Gazyvaro in idiopathic nephrotic syndrome and primary membranous\nnephropathy, two autoimmune diseases affecting the kidneys\n* US acceptance of a supplemental Biologics License Application for the\nLunsumio and Polivy combination for blood cancer and Gazyva/Gazyvaro for\nsystemic lupus erythematosus\n* Positive phase III data on divarasib in lung cancer; presentation of\npromising data on fenebrutinib in multiple sclerosis (phase III),\nGazyva/Gazyvaro in three autoimmune diseases (phase III) and enicepatide\n(CT-388) and petrelintide in obesity (phase II)\n* Launch of Axelios 1, a transformative next-generation sequencing platform\nbased on the innovative SBX technology, enabling the fastest DNA sequencing at\nscale\n* EU CE mark for two blood tests: Elecsys pTau217 to detect Alzheimer’s\npathology and Elecsys IGRA TB to identify latent tuberculosis infection\n* US approval for Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay, the first companion\ndiagnostic to assess the levels of a key protein in prostate cancer\n* Global collaboration agreement with Nurix Therapeutics for the BTK degrader\nbexobrutideg across malignant haematology, immunology and neurology\n* Agreement to acquire PathAI to transform AI-driven diagnostics\n \n* Outlook for 2026 confirmed.\nOutlook for 2026\nRoche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) expects an increase in Group sales in the\nmid single digit range (CER) for 2026. Core earnings per share are targeted to\ndevelop in the high single digit range (CER). Roche expects to further\nincrease its dividend in Swiss francs.\n\n Key figures CHF millions % change \n January–June 2026 2025 At CER (1) In CHF In USD \n Group sales 30,364 30,944 6 -2 8 \n Pharmaceuticals Division 23,629 23,985 6 -1 8 \n Diagnostics Division 6,735 6,959 3 -3 6 \n Core operating profit 11,856 12,010 10 -1 \n Core EPS – diluted (CHF) 10.85 11.08 9 -2 \n IFRS operating profit 9,671 10,330 6 -6 \n\nRoche CEO Thomas Schinecker: “Our strong momentum continued in the first\nhalf of the year, driven by a 6% sales increase at constant exchange rates and\nsignificant positive pipeline development.  \n\nWe reported positive phase III data for divarasib, reinforcing its potential\nas a best-in-class therapy in advanced lung cancer. Our regulatory momentum\naccelerated significantly as the US FDA granted five Priority Reviews:\ngiredestrant in early-stage breast cancer, Enspryng in thyroid eye disease,\nTecentriq in colon cancer and Gazyva/Gazyvaro in two autoimmune kidney\ndiseases.\n\nIn Diagnostics, we reached major milestones with the launch of our\ntransformative, highly cost-effective Axelios 1 sequencing solution, alongside\nEU CE mark for key diagnostic tests, including the Elecsys pTau217 blood test\nfor Alzheimer’s pathology and the Elecsys IGRA TB blood test, which delivers\nautomated, scalable latent tuberculosis screening to laboratories worldwide.\n\nBacked by our robust pipeline, we are well-positioned for sustained future\ngrowth. We confirm our outlook.”\n\nGroup results\nIn the first six months of 2026, Roche sales were +6% at CER, -2% when\nreported in CHF, to CHF 30.4 billion due to strong demand for pharmaceutical\nproducts and diagnostic solutions. The appreciation of the Swiss franc against\nmost currencies, notably the US dollar, had a significant impact on the\nresults reported in Swiss francs compared to constant exchange rates.\n\nCore operating profit was +10% at CER (-1% in CHF) to CHF 11.9 billion, driven\nby higher sales and other revenue. Core earnings per share were +9% at CER\n(-2% in CHF).\n\nIFRS operating profit was -6% in CHF to CHF 9.7 billion. IFRS diluted earnings\nper share were -8% in CHF. The IFRS results were impacted by the appreciation\nof the Swiss franc.\n\nSales in the Pharmaceuticals Division were +6% at CER, -1% when reported in\nCHF, to CHF 23.6 billion, with our medicines across disease areas continuing\ntheir strong growth.\n\nThe top five growth drivers – Xolair, Hemlibra, Ocrevus, Phesgo and Vabysmo\n– achieved total sales of CHF 11.0 billion, an increase of 12% at CER, or 4%\nin CHF, compared to the first six months of 2025.\n\nSales of products with expired patents (Avastin, Herceptin, MabThera/Rituxan,\nLucentis and Actemra/RoActemra) were CHF 2.6 billion, a decrease of 8% at CER,\nor 15% in CHF, compared to the first six months of 2025.\n\nIn the United States, sales were +6% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF, due to\ncontinued growth of Xolair, Hemlibra, Polivy (blood cancer) and Tecentriq.\nThis growth more than compensated for the lower sales of Perjeta (breast\ncancer) and Kadcyla (breast cancer) as well as the impact of biosimilar\nerosion on Actemra/RoActemra (rheumatoid arthritis).\n\nSales in Europe were +1% at CER, or -1% when reported in CHF, as demand for\nOcrevus, Evrysdi (spinal muscular atrophy) and Phesgo more than offset the\nimpact of lower sales of Actemra/RoActemra due to biosimilar competition and\nPerjeta because of the conversion of patients to Phesgo.\n\nIn Japan, sales were +11% at CER, -5% when reported in CHF, mainly due to\nproduct supply to third parties, as well as the uptake of Elevidys (Duchenne\nmuscular dystrophy) and continued growth of Lunsumio (blood cancer), Vabysmo\nand Hemlibra.\n\nSales in the International region were +10% at CER, or +4% when reported in\nCHF, led by Phesgo, Vabysmo, Hemlibra, Ocrevus and Polivy. In China, sales\nwere -9% at CER, or -12% when reported in CHF, due to the base effect of a\nsevere flu season in 2025 on Xofluza sales.\n\nThe Diagnostics Division’s sales were +3% at CER, -3% when reported in CHF,\nto CHF 6.7 billion, driven by growth in demand for immunodiagnostic and\nclinical chemistry products  as well as pathology and molecular solutions.\nThis growth more than offset the impact of healthcare pricing reforms in\nChina.\n\nSales in the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region were +3% at CER, -1%\nwhen reported in CHF, driven by higher sales of immunodiagnostic products, the\nclinical chemistry portfolio and molecular solutions.\n\nIn North America, sales were +8% at CER, -1% when reported in CHF, due to\ngrowth across the Core Lab and Pathology Lab customer areas.\n\nSales in Asia-Pacific were -5% at CER, or -12% when reported in CHF, mainly\ndue to the healthcare pricing reforms in China, partially offset by growth in\ndemand for clinical chemistry and immunodiagnostic products across the rest of\nthe region.\n\nIn Latin America, sales were +10% at CER, or +5% when reported in CHF.\n\nPharmaceuticals: key developments\n\n Compound Milestone \n Regulatory \n Gazyva/Gazyvaro Several autoimmune diseases FDA grants Priority Review for Roche’s Gazyva/Gazyvaro for adults with primary membranous nephropathy (pMN) * The Priority Review decision is based on results from the phase III MAJESTY study, where Gazyva/Gazyvaro achieved significantly higher complete remission rates at two years compared to tacrolimus. \n * If approved, Gazyva/Gazyvaro will be the first FDA-approved therapy for pMN, following global approvals in lupus nephritis and ongoing regulatory filings in systemic lupus erythematosus and idiopathic nephrotic syndrome. \n * pMN is a chronic autoimmune disease with no FDA- or EMA-approved therapies to date; when left untreated, up to 30% of patients progress to kidney failure over a period of 10 years. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-15), 15 July 2026 \n Enspryng Thyroid eye disease FDA grants Priority Review for Enspryng, the first and only at-home subcutaneous treatment option for thyroid eye disease (TED) * The filing application is based on improvements seen across key efficacy endpoints from the global phase III SatraGO-1 and SatraGO-2 studies, including proptosis (bulging eyes) and diplopia (double vision) in active TED. \n * Enspryng has the potential to become the first at-home subcutaneous disease-modifying standard of care for TED. \n * TED is an autoimmune disease affecting approximately 155 out of every 100,000 people that can lead to facial disfigurement and vision-threatening complications if left untreated. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-30), 30 June 2026 \n Lunsumio and Polivy Blood cancer FDA accepts supplemental Biologics License Application for Lunsumio and Polivy combination for relapsed or refractory large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) * Filing acceptance is based on data from the phase III SUNMO study, where subcutaneous Lunsumio VELO plus Polivy demonstrated a 59% reduction in risk of disease progression or death. \n * People with relapsed or refractory LBCL represent a population with one of the highest unmet needs in lymphoma and require timely access to effective therapies. \n * If approved, this outpatient-ready regimen could enable access to care in the community setting, where most US patients receive treatment. \n More information: Media release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-18), 18 June 2026 \n Tecentriq Colon cancer FDA grants Priority Review for Tecentriq for a certain type of stage III colon cancer * Filing acceptance is based on data from the phase III Alliance ATOMIC study showing Tecentriq plus chemotherapy reduced recurrence or death risk by 50% versus chemotherapy alone. \n * Nearly one in three patients with stage III colon cancer relapses within five years, highlighting a critical need for new adjuvant treatment options. \n * If approved, Tecentriq plus chemotherapy could provide a new standard of care for the treatment of stage III dMMR/MSI-H colon cancer after surgery. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-11), 11 June 2026 \n Giredestrant Breast cancer FDA accepts New Drug Application for giredestrant in ER-positive early-stage breast cancer, the first and only oral selective oestrogen receptor degrader with positive phase III results in the curative setting * Filing acceptance, under Priority Review, is based on phase III data showing giredestrant reduced the risk of invasive disease recurrence or death by 30% compared with standard-of-care endocrine therapy. \n * Giredestrant represents the first significant advance in adjuvant endocrine therapy in over 20 years. \n * Giredestrant has the potential to become a new standard-of-care in the adjuvant setting; more than 90% of ER-positive breast cancer cases are diagnosed at an early stage (I‒III). \n * The FDA has set a Prescription Drug User Fee Act date of 30 November 2026. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-02), 2 June 2026 \n Phase III, pivotal and other key read-outs \n Divarasib Lung cancer Divarasib shows superiority in head-to-head phase III trial against approved KRAS G12C inhibitors in non-small cell lung cancer * Phase III (Krascendo 1) demonstrates best-in-class potential for patients with previously treated advanced KRAS G12C non-small cell lung cancer. \n * Divarasib showed clinically meaningful improvements in progression-free survival compared to approved KRAS G12C inhibitors; no new safety signals were observed. \n * Statistical significance for overall survival was achieved at the interim analysis in this poor-prognosis patient population. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-02), 2 July 2026 \n Fenebrutinib Multiple sclerosis Fenebrutinib significantly reduces relapses versus standard of care to approximately one every 17 years in relapsing multiple sclerosis (RMS) * Late-breaking phase III FENhance 1 and 2 study results showed superiority of investigational fenebrutinib compared to teriflunomide in reducing relapses and brain lesions in RMS. \n * Both studies showed positive trends in reducing disability progression with fenebrutinib compared to teriflunomide. \n * Fenebrutinib could become a first-in-class BTK inhibitor and the first and only high-efficacy oral medication for both RMS and primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS). \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-04-21c), 22 April 2026 \n Other \n Alzheimer’s integrated portfolio presentation Roche presents new data on Alzheimer’s disease from across its integrated pharmaceuticals and diagnostics portfolio at AAIC * Five oral presentations in a featured research session highlighted trontinemab, including new long-term data from the phase Ib/IIa Brainshuttle AD study and the design of phase III PrevenTRON study in preclinical Alzheimer’s disease. \n * New data on Roche’s CE-marked Elecsys pTau217 blood test were presented on its use for the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease in both primary and secondary care. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-07), 7 July 2026 \n Nurix Therapeutics collaboration Roche announces global collaboration with Nurix Therapeutics to co-develop and co-commercialise potential best-in-class BTK degrader bexobrutideg across malignant haematology, immunology and neurology * Agreement offers potential best-in-class targeted protein degrader therapy option for people living with B-cell malignancies. \n * Collaboration adds to Roche’s oncology pipeline and offers potential indications in immunology (chronic spontaneous urticaria) and neurology (multiple sclerosis). \n * Bexobrutideg utilises a novel approach to eliminate the Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK) protein, potentially overcoming existing resistance mechanisms found with current standard-of-care BTK inhibitors. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-08), 8 June 2026 \n Obesity portfolio data presentation Roche presents new data advancing its obesity portfolio at the American Diabetes Association’s 2026 scientific sessions * Late-breaking phase II data highlight enicepatide’s (CT-388) efficacy and safety, reinforcing its potential to deliver best-in-class weight loss across a broad population of people living with overweight or obesity. \n * Late-breaking data from the phase II ZUPREME-1 trial showcase petrelintide’s efficacy, safety and compelling tolerability profile, which has the potential to redefine the weight management experience for people living with overweight or obesity. \n * A phase II multi-arm trial evaluating enicepatide and petrelintide fixed-dose combinations will be initiated in the coming months to develop a differentiated treatment option. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-01), 1 June 2026 \n Oncology portfolio data presentation Roche presents new data at ASCO 2026, reinforcing giredestrant’s potential to transform the treatment paradigm in early breast cancer * New data were presented from the lidERA study on giredestrant’s potential as a new standard of care for adjuvant ER-positive breast cancer across all menopausal stages. \n * Primary results were presented from the persevERA study on the numerical improvement in progression-free survival observed with first-line giredestrant plus palbociclib in advanced, endocrine-sensitive disease. \n * Overall, Roche highlighted data on nine approved and investigational medicines – including bispecific antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates and brain-permeable molecules – that target urgent needs in breast, blood, lung and other cancers. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-19), 19 May 2026 \n Ophthalmology portfolio data presentation Roche presents extensive data showcasing its industry-leading ophthalmology portfolio at ARVO 2026 * New real-world data confirm the potent retinal drying of Vabysmo in neovascular or ‘wet’ age-related macular degeneration (nAMD) and diabetic macular edema (DME). \n * Key data for Susvimo demonstrate its potential to provide lasting disease control through continuous delivery, while reducing treatment burden. \n * Roche presented more than 45 abstracts at ARVO 2026, including 20 oral presentations across five retinal conditions. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-04-30), 30 April 2026 \n\nPharmaceuticals sales\n\n Sales CHF millions As % of sales % change \n January–June 2026 2025 2026 2025 At CER In CHF \n Pharmaceuticals Division 23,629 23,985 100.0 100.0 6 -1 \n United States 12,229 12,670 51.8 52.8 6 -3 \n Europe 4,520 4,566 19.1 19.0 1 -1 \n Japan 1,360 1,425 5.8 5.9 11 -5 \n International 5,520 5,324 23.3 22.3 10 4 \n\nInternational: Asia-Pacific, CEETRIS (Central Eastern Europe, Türkiye, Russia\nand Indian subcontinent), Latin America, Middle East, Africa, Canada,\nothers                                                                     \n\n Top 20 best-selling pharmaceuticals Total United States Europe Japan International \n CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % CHF m % \n Ocrevus Multiple sclerosis 3,470 7 2,300 2 758 10 - - 412 30 \n Hemlibra Haemophilia A 2,492 11 1,313 9 502 4 171 9 506 26 \n Vabysmo Eye diseases (nAMD, DME, RVO) 2,059 8 1,333 1 386 5 75 26 265 65 \n Tecentriq Cancer immunotherapy 1,704 6 815 9 410 -3 146 -2 333 17 \n Xolair (3) Chronic hives, food allergies 1,673 27 1,673 27 - - - - - - \n Perjeta (3) Breast cancer 1,389 -7 551 -11 238 -14 24 -23 576 0 \n Phesgo Breast cancer 1,318 18 318 0 425 9 88 15 487 47 \n Actemra/RoActemra (3) RA, COVID-19 1,074 -9 515 -9 238 -21 140 8 181 -3 \n Evrysdi Spinal muscular atrophy 968 17 323 15 335 17 39 -1 271 25 \n Kadcyla (3) Breast cancer 916 -6 310 -14 248 -4 39 2 319 3 \n Polivy Blood cancer 808 20 381 28 128 -18 98 16 201 47 \n Alecensa Lung cancer 795 6 261 4 126 -4 93 8 315 13 \n MabThera/Rituxan (3) Blood cancer, RA 609 5 402 14 62 -9 6 -11 139 -10 \n Activase/TNKase (3) Cardiac diseases 555 11 531 11 - - - - 24 12 \n Gazyva/Gazyvaro (3) Blood cancer, lupus nephritis 489 7 240 4 117 -1 17 14 115 21 \n Herceptin (3) Breast and gastric cancer 462 -12 94 -14 136 -7 2 -36 230 -14 \n Avastin (3) Various cancer types 414 -15 125 -12 35 37 36 -44 218 -13 \n Pulmozyme (3) Cystic fibrosis 204 -8 145 -5 29 -11 - 26 30 -18 \n Columvi Blood cancer 196 70 91 28 53 116 - - 52 173 \n Enspryng Acute inflammation of brain, spinal cord and optic nerves 195 22 50 20 23 20 79 18 43 37 \n\nDME: diabetic macular edema / nAMD: neovascular or ‘wet’ age-related\nmacular degeneration / RVO: retinal vein occlusion / RA: rheumatoid arthritis\n\nDiagnostics: key developments\n\n Product Milestone \n cobas HDV test Roche introduces cobas hepatitis D virus (HDV) test, the first fully automated diagnostic solution to identify the most severe form of viral hepatitis * The new test enables clinicians to reliably diagnose HDV and monitor patients’ treatment response. \n * Hepatitis D affects nearly 12 million people globally and is considered the most aggressive form of viral hepatitis, often leading to liver failure and cancer faster than other types. \n * The cobas HDV test is the first high-throughput, fully automated HDV assay on the market, addressing the urgent need for a consistent, widely accessible solution and expanding access to critical testing just as new treatments for the disease become available. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-14), 14 July 2026 \n Elecsys IGRA TB test Roche receives CE mark for blood test to identify tuberculosis infection * The Elecsys IGRA TB test expands global access to tuberculosis infection testing, advancing progress towards the World Health Organization’s elimination targets. \n * Performed on Roche’s industry-leading and widely available cobas immunoassay systems, the test enables laboratories to meet growing tuberculosis infection testing needs by reducing reliance on manual workflows through automation and digital solutions. \n * The new solution provides rapid, high-throughput and cost-effective tuberculosis testing, delivers reliable results in under 24 hours and cuts standard processing times in half to just 19 minutes per patient. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-07-09), 9 July 2026 \n Axelios 1 sequencing platform Roche announces the launch of Axelios 1, a transformative next-generation sequencing platform * Axelios 1 delivers a unique combination of accuracy, speed, scalability and cost efficiency, giving laboratories of all sizes the freedom to customise their workflows and explore a wider array of applications. \n * Powered by innovative SBX technology, the platform is capable of end-to-end, same-day whole-genome sequencing in research workflows, with accurate results within hours. \n * The Axelios 1 platform holds promise for research laboratories today, and potentially for a broad range of clinical settings in the future. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-29), 29 June 2026 \n Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay Roche receives FDA approval for the first companion diagnostic to assess PTEN protein in people living with prostate cancer * The new Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay fulfills an unmet medical need by helping clinicians identify patients with PTEN protein loss who may benefit from combination treatment with Truqap. \n * In prostate cancer, PTEN protein loss is associated with faster disease progression and reduced benefit from current standard-of-care treatments. \n * The FDA approval reinforces Roche’s leadership in companion diagnostics and its ongoing commitment to expanding personalised healthcare to improve patient outcomes. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-06-12), 12 June 2026 \n Liver Disease Panel Roche launches the Liver Disease Panel, the first suite of certified algorithms to support chronic liver disease (CLD) management * Roche introduces the first comprehensive library of certified healthcare algorithms to support CLD management. \n * The Liver Disease Panel includes LiverPRO — a certified algorithm developed by the health tech company Evido — requiring only age and routine blood markers for the timely detection of liver fibrosis. \n * With CLD affecting 1.5 billion people worldwide, the non-invasive panel solution covers care along the patient pathway from fibrosis risk identification to the surveillance of liver cancer. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-27), 27 May 2026 \n Elecsys pTau217 test Roche receives CE mark for new blood test to detect Alzheimer’s pathology: Elecsys plasma phosphorylated-tau 217 (pTau217) * Elecsys pTau217 is the first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease pathology with a single‑assay design, intended to rule in and rule out amyloid pathology across primary and secondary care, offering faster diagnosis for millions of patients around the world. \n * While maintaining accuracy comparable to spinal fluid diagnostics against the gold standard PET-CT scans, the Elecsys pTau217 test offers a more convenient, minimally invasive alternative via a routine blood draw. \n * Diagnosing dementia currently takes 3.5 years on average, and an estimated 75% of people living with dementia remain undiagnosed. Elecsys pTau217 offers a simple blood test to aid in earlier, more accessible Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis for millions of patients around the world. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-12), 12 May 2026 \n PathAI agreement Roche enters into a definitive merger agreement to acquire PathAI to transform AI-driven diagnostics * PathAI’s best-in-class Image Management System (IMS) with advanced AI analysis and workflow capabilities will complement Roche’s digital pathology portfolio to drive laboratory efficiency. \n * Combining Roche’s strong position in companion diagnostics and PathAI’s advanced AI platform helps accelerate clinical therapy development, foster the discovery of new biomarkers and create novel diagnostic tools. \n * These integrated capabilities will accelerate the shift from broad intervention towards personalised healthcare for patients. \n More information: Media Release (https://www.roche.com/media/releases/med-cor-2026-05-07), 7 May 2026 \n\nDiagnostics sales\n\n Sales CHF millions As % of sales % change \n January–June 2026 2025 2026 2025 At CER In CHF \n Diagnostics Division 6,735 6,959 100.0 100.0 3 -3 \n Customer areas \n Core Lab 3,756 3,839 55.8 55.2 4 -2 \n Molecular Lab 1,196 1,250 17.7 18.0 3 -4 \n Near Patient Care 909 1,018 13.5 14.6 -5 -11 \n Pathology Lab 874 852 13.0 12.2 11 3 \n Regions \n Europe, Middle East, Africa 2,466 2,485 36.6 35.7 3 -1 \n North America 2,211 2,235 32.8 32.1 8 -1 \n Asia-Pacific 1,522 1,729 22.6 24.9 -5 -12 \n Latin America 536 510 8.0 7.3 10 5 \n\nMore information on Roche’s performance in the first six months of 2026:\n* Half-Year 2026 Presentation (http://www.roche.com/irp260723-a.pdf)\n* Half-Year 2026 Presentation with appendix\n(http://www.roche.com/irp260723.pdf)\n* Half-Year 2026 Finance Report (http://www.roche.com/hy26e.pdf)\n* Appendix with tables\n(https://assets.roche.com/f/176343/x/482fe6936b/appendix-tables-hy-2026.pdf)\nAbout Roche \nRoche (SIX: RO, ROP; OTCQX: RHHBY) is a healthcare company uniquely placed to\nprevent, stop and cure diseases by uniting leading science and technology\nacross diagnostics, medicines and digital solutions.\n\nRoche was founded in Basel, Switzerland in 1896 and today is a leading\nprovider of transformative medicines and diagnostics for millions of people in\nover 150 countries around the world. It is dedicated to tackling healthcare\nchallenges that place the greatest strain on patients, families, communities\nand healthcare systems. Across its Diagnostics and Pharmaceuticals Divisions,\nRoche focuses on areas including oncology, neurology, cardiovascular and\nmetabolic diseases, ophthalmology, infectious diseases and immunology with the\naim of providing real and positive change for patients, the people they love\nand the professionals who care for them.\n\nGenentech in the United States is a fully owned subsidiary in the Roche Group.\nRoche is the majority shareholder in Chugai Pharmaceutical, a major innovator\nin the Japanese therapeutic antibody market.\n\nFor more information, please visit www.roche.com.\n\nAll trademarks used or mentioned in this release are protected by law.\n\nReferences\n[1] CER (Constant Exchange Rates). The percentage changes at constant exchange\nrates are calculated using simulations by reconsolidating both the 2026 and\n2025 results at constant exchange rates (the average rates for the year ended\n31 December 2025). For the definition of CER, see page 178 of the Roche\nFinance Report 2025.\n[2] USD (US dollars). The percentage changes for selected sales figures in US\ndollars are calculated by translating both the 2026 and 2025 sales figures at\nthe respective average US dollar exchange rate for the period in question.\nThis supplementary information is provided to assist readers when assessing\ncomparability with other companies.\n[3] Products launched before 2015.\n\nCautionary statement regarding forward-looking statements\nThis document contains certain forward-looking statements. These\nforward-looking statements may be identified by words such as ‘believes’,\n‘expects’, ‘anticipates’, ‘projects’, ‘intends’, ‘should’,\n‘seeks’, ‘estimates’, ‘future’ or similar expressions or by\ndiscussion of, among other things, strategy, goals, plans or intentions.\nVarious factors may cause actual results to differ materially in the future\nfrom those reflected in forward-looking statements contained in this document,\nsuch as: (1) pricing and product initiatives of competitors; (2) legislative\nand regulatory developments and economic conditions; (3) delay or inability in\nobtaining regulatory approvals or bringing products to market; (4)\nfluctuations in currency exchange rates and general financial market\nconditions; (5) uncertainties in the discovery, development or marketing of\nnew products or new uses of existing products, including without limitation\nnegative results of clinical trials or research projects, unexpected side\neffects of pipeline or marketed products; (6) increased government pricing\npressures; (7) interruptions in production; (8) loss of or inability to obtain\nadequate protection for intellectual property rights; (9) litigation; (10)\nloss of key executives or other employees; and (11) adverse publicity and news\ncoverage. The statement regarding earnings per share growth is not a profit\nforecast and should not be interpreted to mean that Roche’s earnings or\nearnings per share for this or any subsequent period will necessarily match or\nexceed the historical published earnings or earnings per share of Roche.\n\nRoche Global Media Relations\nPhone: +41 61 688 88 88 / e-mail: media.relations@roche.com\n\n Hans Trees, PhD Phone: +41 79 407 72 58 Lorena Corfas Phone: +41 79 568 24 95 \n Simon Goldsborough Phone: +44 797 32 72 915 Karsten Kleine Phone: +41 79 461 86 83 \n Kirti Pandey Phone: +41 79 398 38 53 Yvette Petillon Phone: +41 79 961 92 50 \n Dr Rebekka Schnell Phone: +41 79 205 27 03 Irène Stephan Phone: +41 79 377 83 75 \n\nRoche Investor Relations\n\n Dr Bruno Eschli Phone: +41 61 687 52 84 E-mail: bruno.eschli@roche.com Dr Sabine Borngräber Phone: +41 61 688 80 27 E-mail: sabine.borngraeber@roche.com \n Dr Birgit Masjost Phone: +41 61 688 48 14 E-mail: birgit.masjost@roche.com \n\nInvestor Relations North America\n\n Loren Kalm Phone: +1 650 225 32 17 E-mail: kalm.loren@gene.com \n\nAttachments\n* Media & Investor Release Roche HY 2026 EN\n(https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/73b8b0fc-8226-4dda-8950-091afdb96e02)\n \n* Communications appendix tables_HY_Results_13072026\n(https://ml-eu.globenewswire.com/Resource/Download/8793d836-367d-46ec-9404-a00c81f6dbd4)"},"type":"article","timestamp":"2026-07-23T05:00:01.501922878Z","server_sent_at_ms":1784782801501},"received_at":"2026-07-23T05:00:01.555Z","source_url":"https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2026/07/23/3331865/0/en/Ad-hoc-announcement-pursuant-to-Art-53-LR-Roche-s-strong-momentum-continues-in-the-first-half-of-2026-delivering-6-sales-growth-at-constant-exchange-rates-2-in-CHF-due-to-the-signi.html"},"analysis":{"id":"85105","press_release_id":"96060","analysis_json":{"industry":{"label":"Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences","sector":"Health Care"},"redFlags":["Reported sales in CHF declined 2% due to significant Swiss franc appreciation","China sales down 9% at CER due to base effects from 2025 flu season","Diagnostics sales in Asia-Pacific down 5% at CER due to healthcare pricing reforms in China"],"eventType":"earnings","narrative":"Roche reported strong first-half operational momentum with Group sales growing 6% at constant exchange rates to CHF 30.4 billion, while Core EPS increased 9% at CER.\n\nThe company confirmed its 2026 outlook for mid single-digit sales growth and high single-digit Core EPS growth at CER, backed by a robust pipeline and significant regulatory progress.\n\nKey milestones included FDA Priority Reviews for giredestrant and Enspryng, positive Phase III data for divarasib, and the launch of the Axelios 1 sequencing platform alongside an agreement to acquire PathAI.","sentiment":"bullish","agentHooks":{"shouldPost":true,"suggestedAngle":"Roche delivers solid H1 with 6% sales growth (CER) and confirms guidance, highlighting strong pipeline progress."},"keyFigures":{"eps":10.85,"revenue":30364000000,"guidance":"Group sales in the mid single digit range (CER) for 2026; Core earnings per share targeted to develop in the high single digit range (CER)","revenueYoy":"-2%","customDimensions":{"pharma_sales_cer":"6%","sales_growth_cer":"6%","core_eps_growth_cer":"9%","core_operating_profit":11856000000,"diagnostics_sales_cer":"3%","core_operating_profit_cer":"10%"}},"quotedText":"Our strong momentum continued in the first half of the year, driven by a 6% sales increase at constant exchange rates and significant positive pipeline development.","namedEntities":{"people":[{"name":"Thomas Schinecker","role":"CEO"}],"products":["Xolair","Hemlibra","Ocrevus","Phesgo","Vabysmo","giredestrant","Enspryng","Tecentriq","Gazyva/Gazyvaro","divarasib","fenebrutinib","Axelios 1","Elecsys pTau217","Elecsys IGRA TB","Ventana PTEN (SP218) RxDx Assay","Lunsumio","Polivy","enicepatide","petrelintide","cobas HDV test"],"companies":[{"name":"Roche","ticker":"ROPC"},{"name":"Nurix Therapeutics","relationship":"partner"},{"name":"PathAI","relationship":"acquisition target"},{"name":"Genentech","relationship":"subsidiary"},{"name":"Chugai Pharmaceutical","relationship":"subsidiary"}],"dollarAmounts":[{"amount":"CHF 30.4 billion","context":"Group sales first six months 2026"},{"amount":"CHF 11.9 billion","context":"Core operating profit"},{"amount":"CHF 10.85","context":"Core earnings per share diluted"},{"amount":"CHF 23.6 billion","context":"Pharmaceuticals Division sales"},{"amount":"CHF 6.7 billion","context":"Diagnostics Division sales"},{"amount":"CHF 2.6 billion","context":"Sales of products with expired patents"}]},"materialImpact":{"score":4,"reasoning":"Strong underlying operational performance with 6% sales growth and 9% Core EPS growth at constant exchange rates (CER), coupled with confirmed 2026 guidance. 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