Revenues
| Revenues / € million | H1 | Change | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2025 | absolute | % | |
| Revenues | 13,594 | 13,327 | +267 | +2.0 |
| Special items | –10 | 11 | –21 | – |
| Adjusted revenues | 13,584 | 13,338 | +246 | +1.8 |
| Changes in the scope of consolidation | –96 | – | –96 | – |
| Exchange rate changes | 6 | – | +6 | – |
| Revenues comparable | 13,494 | 13,338 | +156 | +1.2 |
Revenue development improved slightly in the first half of 2026. Among other things, revenue growth resulted from positive pricing effects at DB Regional in particular (especially due to the dynamization of concession fees). At DB Long-Distance, improved yield management was a key contributing factor. In addition, performance gains at DB Regional contributed to higher revenues. Burdens resulted from a lack of economic impetus (particularly at DB Cargo). The discontinuation of unprofitable transports at DB Cargo also served to reduce revenues. In addition, the persistently weak service quality and construction-related restrictions had a dampening effect on demand in rail transport.
Special items continued to be irrelevant for revenue development. Changes in the scope of consolidation and exchange rate changes also had no material impact.