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Bertrandt Q3 25/26 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 25/26 earnings summary3 Aug, 2026
Executive summary
Revenues for the first nine months of fiscal 2025/2026 declined 9.5% year-over-year to €671.6m, reflecting challenging macroeconomic and industry conditions.
EBIT improved to €-28.9m from €-38.9m year-over-year, driven by cost savings from the F³/'Fit for Future' program.
Market environment remains challenging due to geopolitical tensions, weak car sales in China, protectionism, and a sluggish German economy.
Workforce reduced by 1,135 employees year-over-year, reflecting capacity adjustments.
Financial highlights
9M 2025/2026 sales: €671.6m, down 9.5% year-over-year.
EBIT for 9M: €-28.9m, improved from €-38.9m in the prior year.
Operating cash flow: €23.2m, up 2% year-over-year.
Q3 sales: €215m, down 5% year-over-year and 3% sequentially; Q3 EBIT: €-15.8m, improved from €-24.6m.
EPS for Q3: €-1.89, improved from €-2.87 year-over-year.
Outlook and guidance
FY 2025/2026 revenues expected to be moderately down year-over-year, with a revised forecast of up to -10%.
EBIT and operating cash flow forecasted to be significantly up year-over-year, but EBIT outlook revised to reflect uncertainty regarding positive earnings.
Growth outlook remains subdued due to weak economic sentiment and external risks, but higher order intake and customer engagement are positive signs.
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Bertrandt AG is a global engineering service provider catering primarily to the automotive and aviation industries. Established in 1974, the company has expanded its expertise across various sectors, including electrical engineering, energy, mechanical engineering, and medical technology. Bertrandt is known for its comprehensive project management capabilities, covering all stages from consulting to implementation, validation, production transfer, and after-sales support. The company's services span the entire process of conceptual design, CAD, development, design modelling, tool production, vehicle construction, and production planning, along with support for the start of production. The company is headquartered in Ehningen, Germany, and its shares are listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.