Salzgitter AG
SZG
ISIN DE0006202005 / Valor 348595
Salzgitter AG
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About company
Salzgitter AG is a prominent European steel and technology company headquartered in Salzgitter, Germany. It operates through various segments, including steel production, trading, and technology, with a focus on manufacturing a wide range of steel products. The company is known for producing flat steel products, sections, and tubes, catering to industries such as automotive, construction, and energy. Salzgitter AG also engages in trading activities, distributing steel and other industrial materials globally. Additionally, the company is involved in engineering and plant construction, providing solutions for the steel industry and other sectors. With a strong emphasis on innovation, Salzgitter AG is actively exploring ways to reduce carbon emissions in its steel production processes, as exemplified by its SALCOS® initiative, which aims to lower CO2 emissions significantly.
Summarized from source with an LLMView SourceSector: EnergyLatest Results (17.10.2025):
In the first quarter of 2025, Salzgitter AG reported a decline in financial performance compared to the same period in 2024. The company experienced reductions in crude steel production, external sales, and EBITDA, resulting in a pre-tax loss close to breakeven.
Revenue Decline
Salzgitter AG's external sales decreased by €348 million from €2,678 million in Q1 2024 to €2,329 million in Q1 2025, driven by lower sales across key business units.
Profitability Impact
The company reported an EBITDA decrease of €48 million, dropping from €126 million in Q1 2024 to €79 million in Q1 2025. Earnings before tax also turned negative, falling from €17 million to -€27 million.
Operational Challenges
Crude steel production declined by 126 kilotons, from 1,679 kt in Q1 2024 to 1,553 kt in Q1 2025. Additionally, Salzgitter AG reduced its workforce by 913 employees to adjust to the challenging market conditions.
Business Unit Performance
The Steel Processing and Trading business units faced significant downturns, with external sales dropping by €127 million and €173 million respectively. EBITDA for these units turned negative, highlighting operational pressures.
Management Guidance
Despite the current challenges, Salzgitter AG continues to anticipate a sales range of €9.5 billion to €10.0 billion for the financial year 2025, with an EBITDA forecast between €350 million and €550 million.
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