Barco NV

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ISIN BE0974362940 / Valor 55641043

Euronext - Euronext Brussels (2025-11-21)

EUR 11.81-2.72%

Barco NV
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About company

Barco NV, established in 1934 in Poperinge, Belgium, initially focused on assembling radios from imported American parts. Over the decades, the company has evolved into a global technology leader specializing in visualization and collaboration solutions. Barco's product portfolio includes high-performance projectors, advanced display systems, and innovative collaboration tools designed for a variety of sectors such as entertainment, healthcare, and enterprise. The company is renowned for its cutting-edge technology in digital projection and imaging, providing solutions that enhance communication and productivity in professional environments. With a strong emphasis on research and development, Barco continues to drive innovation in visual technology, maintaining a significant presence in international markets.

Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Technology

Order Growth

In the first half of 2025, Barco NV recorded orders totaling €487.5 million, marking a 5% increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by a remarkable 27% recovery in the EMEA region, contributing to a solid orderbook of €548.4 million, up 3% compared to the previous year.

Sales Performance

Sales for the first half of 2025 reached €454.4 million, reflecting a 5% growth over the same period in 2024. The Entertainment division led this increase, supported by strong performances in healthcare and newly introduced products such as the Encore 3 Image Processing platform.

EBITDA and Profit Margins

Barco NV reported an EBITDA of €48.0 million for the first half of 2025, representing a 36% increase from €35.2 million in 1H24. The EBITDA margin improved to 10.6%, up by 2.5 percentage points year-over-year, driven by an improved product mix despite the impact of trade tariffs.

Free Cash Flow and Share Buyback

The company generated a free cash flow of €21.4 million in the first half of 2025, up from €14.6 million in the same period last year. Additionally, Barco NV successfully completed its €60 million share buyback program on July 14th, 2025, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders.

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