Feintool International Holding AG

Latest Results (08.11.2025):

Feintool International Holding AG’s financial results for the first half of 2025 reflect a challenging market environment, particularly in Europe’s automotive sector, with a notable decline in sales and cautious near-term outlook. Despite a 14.2% drop in revenue to CHF 334.5 million, the company has managed to stabilize its operating performance through significant restructuring efforts, cost reductions, and selective price increases, which have helped lower the break-even threshold.

Sales and Revenue Decline

For the first half of 2025, Feintool International Holding AG reported sales of CHF 334.5 million—down 14.2% from the previous year. In local currencies, the decline was 11.5%, driven largely by weakened demand in Europe, especially in the electric vehicle segment.

Operating Results and Break-even Improvements

The operating result (EBIT) before one-off costs stood at CHF -0.8 million, remaining nearly stable compared to the previous period thanks to an ongoing restructuring program and cost-efficiency measures. After considering one-off costs, EBIT fell to CHF -1.9 million.

Investment and Financial Position

Investment reached CHF 29.3 million in the reporting period, with a resulting negative free cash flow of CHF -17.7 million. Despite these pressures, the company maintained a strong balance sheet with net debt rising to CHF 80.1 million against equity of CHF 426.4 million, leading to an equity ratio of 55.5%.

Regional Performance and Strategic Initiatives

Regionally, Europe experienced the steepest sales decline driven by subdued demand for laminated electrical components, while performance in Asia and the US showed resilience in terms of units sold despite revenue pressures from lower raw material prices and unfavorable currency effects. Strategic moves, such as the relocation of production and expansion into new markets like India, are expected to support future growth.

Outlook for the Remainder of 2025

The outlook for the second half of 2025 remains cautious, with persistent challenges in the European market, though medium-term opportunities arising from global trends in low-carbon energy generation and mobility offer an optimistic perspective for Feintool’s future growth.