Veolia Environnement SA (EPA:VIE)
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Jul 20, 2026, 5:35 PM CET

Veolia Environnement Earnings Call Transcripts

Fiscal Year 2026

  • Q1 2026 delivered resilient growth with revenue up 2.1% and EBITDA up 5.1%, supported by strong international and technology-driven segments. Guidance for 2026 is confirmed, with Clean Earth acquisition set to be accretive from 2027 and €2 billion in divestitures underway.

  • AGM 2026

    The meeting approved all resolutions, including a 7% dividend increase, board renewals, and major strategic initiatives. Strong financial results, international expansion, and a focus on ecological security were highlighted, with robust stakeholder engagement and risk management emphasized.

  • Status update

    Innovation and digitalization are driving efficiency, growth, and sustainability, with €1 billion targeted for AI and data center revenues by 2030. Proprietary solutions in water, waste, and energy management are scaling globally, supported by strong financial performance and partnerships in high-growth sectors.

  • Status update

    Historic financial and ESG results were delivered, with GreenUp targets for water, waste, and decarbonization achieved ahead of schedule. Decarbonization, circular economy, and employee engagement drive growth, resilience, and stakeholder value, supported by robust risk management and scalable business models.

Fiscal Year 2025

  • 2025 delivered record profitability, with EBITDA up 6.3% and ROCE at 9.4%, driven by strong international growth, major acquisitions, and efficiency gains. 2026 guidance targets 5%-6% organic EBITDA growth and at least 8% net income growth, with Clean Earth accretive from 2027.

  • Investor Update

    Urban heating is a core, high-margin business, with a EUR 1.6 billion decarbonization plan targeting a full coal exit by 2030 and leveraging multi-fuel solutions. Growth is driven by efficiency, new connections, and innovative offers like Ecothermal Grid, with strong local partnerships and a goal to become Europe's number one urban heating provider.

  • M&A Announcement

    The acquisition of Clean Earth doubles U.S. hazardous waste operations, making the group number two in the U.S. and reinforcing global leadership. The deal, secured below 10x 2026 EV/EBITDA, targets $120 million in cost synergies and is accretive by year two, with integration expected by mid-2026.

  • Nine-month results showed strong revenue and EBITDA growth, driven by international operations, efficiency gains, and successful M&A. Guidance for the year is confirmed, with expectations to reach the upper end of EBITDA growth, supported by a strong Q4 outlook.

  • H1 2025 saw strong revenue and EBITDA growth, robust performance across water, waste, and energy segments, and significant M&A activity, all supporting full-year guidance and 2027 targets. Leverage remains under control, and the business model is resilient to macro shocks.

  • Status Update

    Hazardous waste is driving strong growth, with a 50% increase in revenue targeted by 2030, supported by innovation, new capacity, and a global-local strategy. Margin and ROCE improvements are expected through efficiency, new assets, and focused investment, while proprietary technologies and regulatory trends underpin leadership in all key regions.

  • Q1 2025 saw robust growth in revenue, EBITDA, and EBIT, with strong performance across water, waste, and energy segments. The strategic buyout of CDPQ's Water Tech stake enhances synergies and future growth, while guidance for 2025 and 2027 is fully confirmed.

  • AGM 2025

    The meeting highlighted strong 2024 financial results, a 12% dividend increase, and the success of the GreenUp plan. All board and governance resolutions passed, with new directors appointed and the company purpose added to the articles. Strategic focus remains on innovation, global growth, and ecological transformation.

  • Investor Update

    Desalination is a core growth and innovation focus, with major advances in energy efficiency, AI-driven operations, and modular solutions. The business targets 18% global market share, strong margins, and sustainable practices, while expanding in key regions and prioritizing local capacity building.

  • Status Update

    Strong financial and non-financial results were achieved, with robust growth, ambitious decarbonization, and environmental targets met. Employee engagement, social impact, and innovation are central, while green financing and regulatory drivers support future growth.

Fiscal Year 2024

Fiscal Year 2023

Fiscal Year 2022

Fiscal Year 2021

Fiscal Year 2020