Switzerland · Delayed Price · Currency is CHF Holcim AG Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Strong financial results and margin expansion were achieved, with all board members re-elected and a CHF 1.70 dividend approved. Shareholders raised concerns on climate strategy, legal risks, and executive compensation, while the board emphasized its commitment to sustainability and growth through strategic acquisitions and innovation.
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Q1 2026 saw strong organic growth in net sales and recurring EBIT, with margin resilience despite FX and divestment headwinds. Major acquisitions, AI-driven efficiencies, and sustainability initiatives underpin a positive outlook, with guidance reaffirmed for 2026.
Fiscal Year 2025
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Strong 2025 results featured double-digit EBIT growth, margin expansion, and robust free cash flow. All regions contributed, with Europe and North Africa excelling, and 2026 guidance targets further organic growth and margin gains. Capital allocation remains focused on growth and shareholder returns.
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Strong nine-month results with recurring EBIT and margins expanding across all regions, supported by robust M&A and the strategic Xella acquisition. Full-year guidance is confirmed, with continued focus on sustainable growth, margin expansion, and disciplined capital allocation.
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Strong H1 2025 results featured double-digit recurring EBIT growth, robust margin expansion, and EPS up 7.4% year-over-year. Guidance for 2025 targets 3%-5% net sales growth and 6%-10% EBIT growth, with continued focus on sustainable solutions and value-accretive M&A.
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Record financial results, an 11% dividend increase, and a CHF 1 billion share buyback were reported. Shareholders approved the spin-off of the North American business (AmRise), new board appointments, and all agenda items, while concerns on compensation and climate strategy were addressed.
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Net sales were stable year-over-year in Q1 2025, with recurring EBIT up 1.7% and margin expansion to 19.1%. Strong M&A activity, robust segment performance, and continued growth in sustainable solutions support a positive outlook, with the Amris spinoff on track for June.
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NextGen Growth 2030 targets 3%-5% annual net sales growth, a 50/50 split between materials and solutions, and industry-leading sustainability goals. Over CHF 22 billion will be deployed by 2030, with a strong focus on M&A, innovation, and profitable growth in Europe and Latin America.
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Amrize is launching as a North America-focused leader in building materials and envelope solutions, targeting 5–8% annual revenue growth and 8–11% EBITDA growth through 2028. With top market positions, robust cash generation, and a disciplined M&A strategy, it aims to capitalize on infrastructure, commercial, and residential demand.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Record recurring EBIT and free cash flow were achieved, with EBIT margin expanding to 19.1% and strong growth in advanced branded solutions. Outlook for 2025 is robust, with mid-single-digit net sales growth, further margin expansion, and continued focus on sustainability and M&A.
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Record Q3 recurring EBIT and margin were achieved, driven by strategic execution, M&A, and sustainability initiatives. All segments showed strong performance, with robust outlooks for North America and continued margin expansion expected into 2025.
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Record H1 2024 profitability driven by margin expansion, disciplined cost control, and strong growth in sustainable building solutions. Upgraded EBIT margin guidance to above 18.5% for the year, with robust performance across all regions and continued focus on circularity and decarbonization.