Muehlbauer Holding AG

Latest Results (27.07.2026):

Muehlbauer Holding AG — Fourth quarter and full‑year 2001 (annual report): the company reported FY2001 sales of EUR 89.4 million and a pre‑tax profit of EUR 6.6 million. Net earnings per share were EUR 0.35 for 2001 (down from EUR 1.02 in 2000). The supervisory/management proposal is a dividend of EUR 0.30 per share. The report highlights a strong market position in smart identification products while semiconductor‑related products suffered from the 2001 industry downturn; management also completed capacity investments during the year.

Revenue and profit

FY2001 sales: EUR 89.4 million. Pre‑tax profit: EUR 6.6 million. Management describes a solid full‑year result despite a weaker second half and particular weakness in the semiconductor end market.

Earnings per share and dividend

Net earnings per share (2001): EUR 0.35 (2000: EUR 1.02). Management proposed a dividend of EUR 0.30 per share (dividend payout ratio ~85.7% of net earnings for common shareholders, per the report).

Share performance and market capitalisation

Reported 2001 year‑end share price: EUR 29.60 (year high EUR 96.50; year low EUR 17.10). Market capitalisation at year end: about EUR 435 million (reporting uses thousands: 435,004).

Segment performance — smart identification vs semiconductor

Smart identification (smart cards and smart labels) remained a growth focus and performed relatively well; management highlights strong demand prospects and technological leadership. Semiconductor‑related products were hit hard by the global semiconductor slump in 2001, weighing on results in the second half.

Investments, capacity and strategy

Management reports capacity expansion investments (notably in Roding) and product development (e.g., TAL 8000/Flexline for smart labels). The report emphasises R&D, strategic focus on smart identification and steps to strengthen the parts & systems segment and future market positioning.