EQS-News: PALFINGER AG – THIRD-BEST FISCAL YEAR IN THE COMPANY’S HISTORY AND FOCUS ON PROFITABLE GROWTH
EQS-News: PALFINGER AG – THIRD-BEST FISCAL YEAR IN THE COMPANY’S HISTORY AND FOCUS ON PROFITABLE GROWTH
EQS-News: Palfinger AG / Key word(s): Annual Results
PALFINGER AG – THIRD-BEST FISCAL YEAR IN THE COMPANY’S HISTORY AND FOCUS
ON PROFITABLE GROWTH
04.03.2026 / 06:44 CET/CEST
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PRESS RELEASE BERGHEIM, AUSTRIA, MARCH 4, 2026
PALFINGER AG – THIRD-BEST FISCAL YEAR IN THE COMPANY’S HISTORY AND FOCUS
ON PROFITABLE GROWTH
PALFINGER AG demonstrates resilience and vision: growth through
efficiency, a strong balance sheet, and global expansion
• Third-best fiscal year in the company’s history
• Good financial performance in a dynamic environment with a revenue of
EUR 2.34 billion, EBIT of EUR 174.3 million, and consolidated net
result of EUR 96.7 million
• Record free cash flow of over EUR 180 million
• Reducing net debt by more than EUR 200 million and increasing equity
ratio to around 43 percent has created a strong balance sheet
structure
• Dividend proposal to the Annual General Meeting: EUR 0.90 per share
in EUR million 2023 2024 2025 ∆ %
Revenue 2,445.9 2,359.8 2,339.3 -0.9
EBITDA 302.9 227.0 269.1 -.2.9
EBIT 210.2 185.6 174.3 -6.1
EBIT margin in % 8.6 7.9 7.5
Consolidated net result 107.7 100.0 96.7 -.3.3
Employees ^1) 12,728 12,358 12,058^1)
Dividend in EUR ^2) 1.05 0.90 0.90 ^2)
1) Closing figures for consolidated Group companies are stated without
equity investments and without temporary workers.
2) Proposal to the Annual General Meeting
PALFINGER AG looks back on one of the most successful fiscal years in its
history. Despite a challenging and highly divergent economic environment,
the company once again proved its resilience and competitiveness in 2025.
PALFINGER AG achieved strong business results through efficiency
improvements, a clear focus on customers and service, and targeted
investments in future markets. At the same time, the new strategy 2030+
„Reach Higher“ was developed and communication and implementation measures
were successfully implemented.
Strong results and solid financial structure
The year 2025 clearly showed that PALFINGER AG successfully combines
profitability and transformation. High free cash flow, reducing net debt
by more than EUR 200 million, and a significant increase in the equity
ratio underline the company’s sustainable earning power.
„These results are driven by an exceptionally committed team. We have
shown impressively that profitability and transformation are not
contradictions. Our focus on customer orientation, efficiency, and
innovation makes us resilient in the long term,“ said Andreas Klauser, CEO
of PALFINGER AG.
This strong performance also forms the basis for PALFINGER AG’s ongoing
reliable dividend policy. The Executive Board and Supervisory Board will
propose a dividend of EUR 0.90 per share to the Annual General Meeting on
April 8, 2026.
Strong capital base and market confidence
The company’s strong operating performance in 2025 was also reflected in
the positive development of the share price on the stock market. PALFINGER
AG delivered, and the markets responded with significantly increased
confidence. The successful placement of treasury shares with a volume of
EUR 100 million further strengthened the equity base and the balance
sheet. The heavily oversubscribed transaction increased the free float by
7.5% to 43.8% and paved the way for the company’s return to the ATX index
on the Vienna Stock Exchange after around 16 years. It can therefore be
expected that the visibility of the share will continue to increase.
„PALFINGER has demonstrated that operational strength and a clear
strategic focus create trust. Inclusion in the ATX index is another
important step toward increasing the attractiveness of our shares,“
emphasizes Felix Strohbichler, CFO of PALFINGER AG.
Global presence as a success factor
PALFINGERAG’s diversified global setup once again proved to be a key
driver of success. InEurope, strong performance in Southern and
NorthernEurope supported business, while the recovery of the German market
fell short of expectations due to postponed infrastructure investments.
In North America, new tariff regulations, particularly Section 232, had a
dampening effect on demand and led to a decline in profitability.
Latin America achieved a new record revenue despite economic uncertainty
inArgentina and slightly lower market demand inBrazil. In the Asia-Pacific
region, economic development in China remained restrained, while India
proved to be a driving force for growth.
The Marine business continued to serve as a reliable pillar of growth with
major orders from the offshore wind and cruise ship sectors. The CIS
region, especially Russia, recorded significant declines in revenue and
earnings due to the economic downturn.
Expansion of the global service business
With “Reach Higher”, PALFINGER AG takes its strategy to the next level,
focusing on sustainable, profitable growth, increased profitability, and
technological leadership.
Key priorities include the expansion of the high-margin service business,
targeted growth in dynamic regions such as NorthAmerica(NAM) and
Asia-Pacific(APAC), especially India, as well as the digitalization and
optimization of the global production and service network.
Innovation as a growth driver
PALFINGER AG continues to strengthen its market position through
innovation across all product areas. In 2025, several new smart lifting
solutions were introduced in the land, marine, and defense sectors,
enhancing the performance, safety, and sustainability of the product
portfolio.
PALFINGER AG is also investing specifically in electrification, hybrid
solutions, and energy-efficient technologies, as well as in digital and
autonomous functions that reduce emissions while boosting performance and
cost-effectiveness. This shows how the company is focusing on the
sustainable transformation of its product portfolio.
Outlook – Focus on profitable growth
For the first half of 2026, PALFINGER AG expects development slightly
above the previous year’s level. Beyond that, the company has a confident
outlook for the full year.
In 2026, PALFINGER AG will focus on the swift implementation of the
strategic programs as defined in its Strategy 2030+.
„Even in a dynamic environment, the global growth trend remains intact. We
see opportunities in all regions and are executing our strategy with
determination. As a global player, we will actively shape this development
and continue to strengthen our position,“ emphasizes CEO Andreas Klauser.
The financial targets for 2030 are clearly defined: revenue of more than
EUR 3 billion, an EBIT margin of 12%, and a ROCE of 15% underscore the
company’s clear commitment to sustainable growth and value creation.
You can find the PALFINGER AG Annual Report 2025 [1]here .
Published alongside the 2025 Annual Report, the new [2]PALFINGER corporate
magazine underscores what it takes to remain successful in uncertain
times: actively shaping change — fully in line with “Reach Higher,”
PALFINGER’s Strategy 2030+.
↗ ABOUT PALFINGER
PALFINGER sets benchmarks with innovative crane and lifting solutions
worldwide. As a leading technology and mechanical engineering company,
PALFINGER transforms customer needs into seamlessly integrated solutions.
A broad product portfolio and regional footprint drive balanced profitable
growth. With its promise of Lifetime Excellence, PALFINGER delivers
outstanding performance throughout the entire product lifecycle.
Around 12,000 employees, 30 international manufacturing sites, and a
global distribution and service network ensure worldwide proximity to the
market.
PALFINGER AG has been listed on the Vienna stock exchange since 1999 and
achieved a revenue of EUR 2.34 billion in 2025.
Contact:
Hannes Roither | VP Investor Relations | PALFINGER AG
M +43 664 206 9247 |[3]h.roither@palfinger.com
Text and corresponding image material are available under „News“ on the
website[4] www.palfinger.com.
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Language: English
Company: Palfinger AG
Lamprechtshausener Bundesstraße 8
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone: +43 (0)662/2281-81101
Fax: +43 (0)662/2281-81070
E-mail: ir@palfinger.com
Internet: www.palfinger.ag
ISIN: AT0000758305
Listed: Vienna Stock Exchange (Official Market)
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