- Revenue and EBITA Performance: Revenue declined slightly, but EBITA margin remained stable at 8.2%, supported by disciplined execution and cost reductions, despite a EUR 65 million increase in IFRS 3 amortization.
- Order Intake and Backlog Strength: Full-year order intake grew with a book-to-bill ratio of 1.13, and order backlog reached a record EUR 10.5 billion, up 7% year-on-year.
- Hydropower Growth: Hydropower order intake surged 16%, revenue rose 12%, and EBITA margin reached 6.8%, driven by strong global renewable energy demand.
- Dividend Increase: Proposed dividend raised to EUR 2.7 per share (up 3.8%), with payout ratio increasing to 58% from 52% in 2024.
Segmental Performance
The company's segmental performance was mixed, with Hydropower and Pulp & Paper driving order intake growth, while Environment & Energy saw a decline due to postponed investment decisions. The Hydropower segment reported a 16% increase in order intake and a 12% rise in revenue, with an EBITA margin expansion to 6.8%. The Metals segment coped well with the challenging industry situation, maintaining customer trust. As noted by the CEO, "We saw strong demand worldwide on renewable energy and grew order intake by 16%, revenue by 12%, and EBITA margin to 6.8%."
Outlook and Guidance
ANDRITZ expects revenue growth in FY2026, supported by a record order backlog, with guidance between EUR 8.0 billion and EUR 8.3 billion. The comparable EBITA margin is expected to be between 8.7% and 9.1%. Analysts estimate revenue growth at 6.9% for the next year. The company's restructuring efforts are ongoing, with a focus on improving profitability in Environment & Energy and Metals.
Valuation and Dividend
With a P/E Ratio of 14.68 and a Dividend Yield of 3.78%, ANDRITZ's valuation appears reasonable. The company's ROIC stands at 18%, an industry-leading level, although it has declined from previous levels. The proposed dividend increase to EUR 2.7 per share represents a payout ratio of 58%. The company's strong financial position, with sufficient liquidity and a net debt to EBITDA ratio of -0.1, supports its ability to return value to shareholders.