LPKF Reports Steady Start to 2025 Amid Challenges

The LPKF Group reported steady financial results for the first quarter of 2025, with a revenue of EUR 25.3 million, slightly down from EUR 25.4 million in Q1 2024. The company achieved its forecast with an adjusted EBIT of EUR -3.4 million, improving by 21% from the previous year. CEO Klaus Fiedler highlighted the positive impact of cost-reduction measures on profitability.

Despite a decrease in incoming orders to EUR 20.5 million, attributed to a large Solar segment order from the previous year, LPKF observed stable demand in other divisions. The order backlog decreased to EUR 46.1 million, mainly due to pending negotiations in the Solar segment.

Geopolitical uncertainties, particularly US tariff policies, present challenges, influencing customer investment decisions. LPKF expects 2025 consolidated revenue of EUR 125 to 140 million and aims for a 6% to 9% adjusted EBIT margin, maintaining a focus on growth despite global instability.