‘No Longer AI Losers’: Havas Leans Into AI-First Identity as North America Revenue Grows

Havas reported €724 million ($824 million) in Q2 2026 net revenue, a 3.8% year-over-year increase, as the advertising group leans into an AI-first identity. North America organic net revenue grew 6.4% in Q2 and 6.9% in the first half of 2026, outpacing overall organic growth of 2.5% for the quarter. Havas CEO Yannick Bolloré said the company is 'no longer AI losers' and is now embedding AI across its operations.

The numbers €724 million $824 million — Havas’ Q2 2026 net revenue, a 3.8% increase year over year YoY . 2.5% — Q2 organic growth, which remained flat from Q1 2026. €1.42 billion $1.62 billion — Revenue for the first half of 2026. €1.36 billion $1.55 billion — Net revenue for the first half of 2026, a 1.2% increase YoY 2% to 3% — Forecasted organic revenue growth for the remainder of 2026. 6.4% — Organic net revenue growth for North America in Q2. 6.9% — Organic net revenue growth for North America for the first half of 2026.