Merck KGaA reported earnings results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. For the first quarter, the company reported sales was EUR 5,133.7 million compared to EUR 5,280.1 million a year ago. Net income was EUR 659.4 million compared to EUR 735.3 million a year ago.

Basic earnings per share from continuing operations was EUR 1.52 compared to EUR 1.69 a year ago.