Porsche AG has delivered one of the more striking profit turnarounds in the European car industry. Operating profit rose to €1.74 billion, up from just €40 million a year earlier, according to the manufacturer's latest results. The operating return on sales reached 6.9 percent, compared with 0.2 percent in the prior-year period — a swing that underlines how sharply the company's earnings base has recovered.
The rebound is the product of a deliberate strategy. Porsche says it resolutely continued its 'Value over Volume' course through the first nine months of 2026, and that the initial successes of this systematic approach are now reflected in its financial figures. Alongside robust results and cashflow, the outlook remains stable — the company's 2026 guidance holds.
For the Eastern European trade, the manufacturer's fortunes meet a well-stocked regional used market. In Latvia alone, Autopase.lv counted 311 Porsche listings in its October 2026 market overview, with a median price of €32,000. Offers range from €2,995 to €189,900 and cover model years from 1988 to 2026, with most listings petrol, automatic and SUV/crossover.
The result is a two-track Porsche economy in the region: a manufacturer focused on margin rather than market share at the new-car level, and a deep, broadly priced used market that keeps the badge within reach of a wide range of buyers. With nearly four decades of model years on offer in Latvia alone, entry into Porsche ownership starts below €3,000, while top listings approach €190,000 — a spread that leaves ample room for negotiation on condition, mileage and specification.
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