SGL Carbon SE

SGL

Equity

ISIN DE0007235301 / Valor 355063

Xetra (2025-11-19)

EUR 2.65+2.32%

SGL Carbon SE
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About company

SGL Carbon SE is a prominent global company specializing in the development and production of carbon-based materials and solutions. With a focus on specialty graphite, carbon fibers, and composites, the company caters to a diverse range of industries, including climate-friendly mobility, semiconductor technology, LED, solar and wind energy, and lithium-ion battery manufacturing. Additionally, SGL Carbon provides solutions for the chemical sector and various industrial applications. The company operates through four main business units: Carbon Fibers, which serves as the foundation for composite applications; Composite Solutions, which focuses on high-tech applications requiring strength and lightweight properties; Graphite Solutions, recognized for expertise in specialty graphites; and Process Technology, which involves the construction of large-scale industrial plants. With approximately 4,800 employees across 29 sites in Europe, North America, and Asia, SGL Carbon reported sales of 1.1 billion euros in fiscal 2023. The company is committed to delivering tailored solutions that align with future-oriented markets such as sustainable mobility and renewable energy.

Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: Energy

Revenue Performance

Sales revenue decreased by 5.8% year over year – from €1,089.1 million in 2023 to €1,026.4 million in 2024 – with the international business segment representing 74% of total sales in both years.

Profitability and Earnings

EBITDA pre declined by 3.3% to €162.9 million, and operating profit shifted from a positive €56.6 million in 2023 to a loss of €14.3 million in 2024. The consolidated net result also turned negative, moving from €41.0 million in 2023 to –€80.3 million in 2024, and earnings per share dropped from €0.34 to –€0.66.

Financial Position and Cash Flow

The company’s balance sheet shows a reduction in equity (down 8.3%) and total assets (down 9.2%), while net financial debt decreased slightly. Capital expenditure increased by 11.7% to €97.3 million; however, free cash flow fell significantly by 59.5% to €38.7 million, indicating tighter liquidity management during this period.

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Performance

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