Havas saw an organic growth of 2.1% during the first quarter of 2025 and overall growth of 5.2% compared to the same period in 2024.

In the first quarter of 2025, it posted net revenue of 649 million euros, up 5.2% as reported compared to the same period of 2024.

APAC and Asia grew at 1.9% during Q1. 

Majority of the growth came from Latin America, which saw a 16.6% rise in net revenue. North American revenue grew by 3.2%.

Revenue in Europe dipped by .2%.

Yannick Bolloré, CEO, chairperson, Havas, said, “Havas has made a good start to 2025, maintaining its momentum and generating organic growth in net revenue of 2.1% and growth of 5.2% as reported. This performance, in line with our targets, reflects our business momentum, particularly in North America and Latin America, as well as progress on our bolt-on acquisition strategy. We continue to focus on the Group’s development, through the global roll-out of our 'converged' strategy and operating system – which is powered by the best data, tech and AI – the expansion of our capacity in high-growth sectors, and an unwavering commitment to creative excellence. We are therefore confirming our objectives for 2025, while keeping a close eye on the global geopolitical and economic situation, in order to respond quickly and effectively, supporting our clients and teams in this context. I'd like to thank our clients for their trust, and highlight the dedication of our talented teams worldwide, who are key to our success.”

Read our chat with Bolloré on the Indian operations and more in the April 2025 issue of Manifest, which can be bought here.