Klingelnberg Ltd
KLIN
ISIN CH0420462266 / Valor 42046226
Klingelnberg Ltd
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About company
Klingelnberg Ltd, established in 1863, is a prominent manufacturer specializing in machine tools for cylindrical and bevel gear processing, as well as precision measuring centers for gears and rotationally symmetric components. The company is well-positioned to address the evolving demands of modern drive technology, particularly in the context of drivetrain electrification. Klingelnberg's product portfolio includes advanced technologies for producing high-precision gears used in various applications, such as gearboxes for electric vehicles, wind power plants, trains, airplane engines, cement mills, and maritime and offshore platforms. The company operates through four main product lines and is recognized for its innovative capabilities, supported by a global team of R&D engineers and over 200 registered patents. The Klingelnberg family continues to play a significant role as an anchor shareholder, maintaining the company's legacy and commitment to technological advancement.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: IndustrialsLatest Results (27.07.2026):
Klingelnberg Ltd — Q4 / FY 2024/25 (full-year 2024/25) results: The KLINGELNBERG Group reported record net sales of €309.1m (+€5.6m, +1.8% year‑over‑year), order intake of €249.9m (‑19.7%), EBIT of €16.2m (EBIT margin 5.2%) and net profit of €10.0m (‑42%). The Board proposes a dividend of CHF 0.50 per share. Management cites the absence of prior-year flood‑related payments (≈€9m) as a key driver of the year‑on‑year earnings decline and remains cautiously optimistic for 2025/26.
Top line and orders
Net sales: €309.1m — the highest in company history. Order intake fell to €249.9m (‑19.7%), and order backlog declined to €208.2m (down ~€59.3m) but remains at a high absolute level.
Profitability
Operating result (EBIT) was €16.2m (5.2% margin), down €8.9m vs prior year largely due to the absence of flood‑related one‑off payments. Net profit was €10.0m, a €7.2m (‑42%) reduction versus FY 2023/24.
Segment highlights
Bevel Gears: net sales down to €83.2m; order intake €69.9m (weaker). Cylindrical Gears: sales €101.3m with a strong backlog (€112.7m). Measuring Centers: sales €100.7m but order intake fell to €76.1m. Drive Technology: sales €19.8m and order intake rose to €19.7m.
Costs and cash flow
Material expense improved to €117.3m (materials ratio ~39.3%). Personnel expense rose to €119.8m (headcount +35 FTE, VISPIRON ROTEC acquisition). Cash flow: net change in cash was €‑0.5m; capex ~€8.5m (incl. land in Pune), cash & equivalents €16.0m.
Balance sheet and financial strength
Equity increased to €143.4m (+€2.6m) and the equity ratio improved to 51.2%, while total assets fell to €280.1m. Inventories and receivables both declined year‑on‑year.
Outlook and shareholder return
Management is cautiously optimistic for FY 2025/26 despite geopolitical and macro uncertainty, noting opportunities in Southeast Asia, India and defense/industry demand. The Board proposes a dividend of CHF 0.50 per share. Summarized from source with an LLMView Source
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