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<\/a><\/a>\nXilam Animation (Paris:ALXIL),<\/b> Academy Award\u00ae-nominated French animation studio, announces its revenues for the first half of the 2026 financial year, drawn up on 30 June 2026.<\/p>
\nMarc du Pontavice, Chairman and CEO of Xilam<\/b>, comments: \u201cThe Group\u2019s first-half 2026 revenue already confirms the rebound in activity and validates the strategic direction we have pursued over the past two years. By decisively reinvesting in proprietary productions \u2013 a segment that creates lasting value for our studio through the retention of our rights and the continuous expansion of our catalogue \u2013 we have regained control of our own destiny and laid the foundations for a new phase of growth. The strong reception for our productions at both the Cannes and Annecy festivals, together with the many new commissions secured in recent months, demonstrates that we are emerging from the industry downturn stronger than before, driven by ambitious, innovative content. The Group also continues to benefit from the strength of its catalogue, underpinned by flagship franchises that remain as popular as ever.<\/i><\/p>
\nAt a time when the animation industry continues to face significant challenges, these achievements highlight the depth of Xilam\u2019s creativity and the resilience of its business model. Leveraging an agile organisation across our three complementary studios in Paris, Angoul\u00eame and Vietnam, the Group is able to deliver highly ambitious productions at very competitive costs, meeting the expectations of leading commissioners while positioning Xilam to enter a new cycle of sustainable growth.\u201d<\/i><\/p> \nUnaudited data (\u2018000 euros)<\/i><\/p><\/td> \n30.06.2026<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n30.06.2025<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n% variation<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nSales of new productions and developments<\/p><\/td> \n2,692<\/p><\/td> \n1,996<\/p><\/td> \n+35%<\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nCatalogue sales<\/p><\/td> \n3,077<\/p><\/td> \n2,212<\/p><\/td> \n+39%<\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nTotal sales<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n5,769<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n4,208<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n+37%<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nGrants (2)<\/sup><\/p><\/td> \n1,352<\/p><\/td> \n1,446<\/p><\/td> \n-7%<\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nTotal sales and grants<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n7,120<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n5,654<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n+26%<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nOther current operating income (including ATC1<\/sup>)<\/p><\/td> \n530<\/p><\/td> \n398<\/p><\/td> \n+33%<\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nTotal operating revenue<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n7,650<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n6,051<\/b><\/p><\/td> \n+26%<\/b><\/p><\/td><\/tr>\n \nStrong growth in sales of new productions and developments: +35%<\/b><\/p> \nThis strong performance reflects the success of Xilam\u2019s strategy to refocus on proprietary productions. It is all the more remarkable as it has been driven by newly created properties with significant long-term potential.<\/p> \nProprietary productions accounted for a dominant 95% of revenue from new productions, compared with 65% in the first half of 2025, primarily driven by the delivery of the final instalments of Captain Jim<\/i> for France T\u00e9l\u00e9visions and Super RTL in Germany.<\/p> \nThese figures only partially reflect the Group\u2019s level of activity, as Xilam invested a total of \u20ac8.8 million in new proprietary productions during the first half. These investments will underpin the Group\u2019s growth over the coming years.<\/p> \nRebound in catalogue sales: +39%<\/b><\/p> \nCatalogue sales amounted to \u20ac3.1 million, up 39% year-on-year. Performance was primarily driven by Zig & Sharko<\/i>, with sales strengthened by the announcement of Seasons 5 and 6 entering production. Catalogue sales also benefited from new international sales of Piggy Builders<\/i>, following the strong audience reception of the series in France and abroad.<\/p> \nCatalogue sales remain a cornerstone of Xilam\u2019s business model, generating recurring revenues and cash flows. The recent launch of several high-potential proprietary series (Piggy Builders<\/i>, Captain Jim<\/i> and Turbo Twins<\/i>), combined with new seasons of the Group\u2019s flagship franchises (Zig & Sharko<\/i>, Oggy and the Cockroaches<\/i> and Chicky<\/i>), provides a powerful catalyst for further growth in catalogue sales over the coming reporting periods.<\/p> \nTotal operating revenue up 26%<\/b><\/p> \nTotal sales reached \u20ac5.8 million, up 37% year-on-year.<\/p> \nGrants amounted to \u20ac1.3 million, bringing total sales and grants to \u20ac7.1 million, up 26%.<\/p> \nOther current operating income totaled \u20ac0.5 million, resulting in total operating revenue of \u20ac7.7 million, up 26% year-on-year.<\/p> \nXilam enjoyed a landmark edition of the Annecy International Animation Festival with a record slate of film and television projects.<\/b><\/p> \nAt the Annecy International Animation Festival, the Group took part in several major highlights, including the official competition selection of Lucy Lost<\/i> and the selection of The Doomies<\/i> in the TV Films category. At the same time, The Wolf<\/i> was showcased in a \u201cWork in Progress\u201d session, while Submarine Jim<\/i> premiered on Okoo, France T\u00e9l\u00e9visions\u2019 dedicated kids\u2019 platform.<\/p> \nThis year\u2019s Annecy Festival, distinguished by the exceptional quality of its official selection, marked a historic milestone for Xilam, with an unprecedented slate of ambitious and diverse projects showcased across all of the festival\u2019s major programming categories.<\/p> \n2026 marks a new chapter for Xilam with the start of a new growth cycle<\/b><\/p> \nThe strategic transformation undertaken by Xilam to navigate the industry downturn is now delivering tangible results. The Group has decisively refocused on its core business of proprietary production. Its two new franchises, Piggy Builders<\/i> and Submarine Jim<\/i>, have rapidly established themselves as major commercial successes in international markets. These new flagship properties have been key growth drivers for the Group and offer significant long-term potential through future season renewals and expanding catalogue sales.<\/p> \nAt the same time, the launch of new seasons of Zig & Sharko<\/i> and Oggy and the Cockroaches<\/i>, together with the Chickies<\/i> spin-off, further demonstrates the enduring strength and appeal of Xilam\u2019s iconic franchises. The Group\u2019s ability to build, nurture and expand franchises over the long term remains one of its key competitive advantages.<\/p> \nIn parallel, Xilam has built a long-term feature film strategy, acknowledging the inherently lengthy development cycles of theatrical productions. This strategy is now bearing fruit, with the Group on track to release one feature film per year, alternating between family and adult-oriented productions. Lucy Lost<\/i>, which received a highly positive reception at both Cannes and Annecy, will be released in France on October 28. The Wolf<\/i>, which entered production this year, is scheduled for release in 2027, while the Group is already developing the feature films that will follow.<\/p> \nXilam now benefits from a balanced and resilient business model built on two complementary pillars: proprietary original creations and its catalogue. 2026 is set to mark the start of a new growth cycle, which is expected to accelerate further in 2027.<\/p> \nCalendar\n \nAbout Xilam\n \nEach year, Xilam builds real successes and capitalises on its powerful historical brands including Oggy and the Cockroaches<\/i>, Zig & Sharko<\/i> and Where\u2019s Chicky?<\/i>, as well as new properties such as Piggy Builders<\/i> for a preschool audience, and Academy Award\u00ae nominated adult feature film I Lost My Body<\/i>. Xilam\u2019s most recent feature production is Lucy Lost,<\/i> a family adaptation of Michael Morpurgo\u2019s 2014 novel Listen to the Moon<\/span>. Additionally, Xilam handled the production of the new series The Doomies<\/i> for Disney+. Xilam employs more than 400 individuals across its studios in Paris, Angoul\u00eame in France and Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam. Xilam was ranked France's leading animation studio for the 2018-2023 period in a report by the French National Centre for Cinema and Animation (CNC).<\/p> \nXilam is listed on Euronext Growth Paris - PEA \u2013 PME Eligibility.<\/p> \nISIN: FR0004034072 - Symbol: ALXIL<\/p> \nFor more information: www.xilam.com<\/a><\/p>\n
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