Bühler Achieves Strong Financial Performance in 2024

In 2024, Bühler Management AG reported solid financial results with an EBIT of CHF 227 million and a margin of 7.6%. Despite a challenging market, the company's equity ratio improved to 52.8%. Although orders decreased, turnover stayed steady, driven by key segments like Milling Solutions and Leybold Optics. Bühler's turnover was stable at CHF 3.0 billion, with a slight order intake decline.

The group's profitability improved for the fourth year, evidenced by a rising net profit margin. Strategic inventory management reduced net working capital by 15.8%, enhancing operating cash flow to CHF 379 million, thus doubling net liquidity to CHF 503 million. Bühler's Grains & Food sector saw a turnover boost of 2.0%, while Advanced Materials faced a downturn due to market uncertainties.

The Customer Service sector showed strong performance with a 9.4% turnover increase. In 2024, Bühler invested in R&D, launching 40 new products and opening new research and training centers globally. Looking ahead to 2025, Bühler aims to maintain financial stability and innovation focus, enhancing value for its customers.