Bystronic's Mid-Year Results: Profitability Amid Market Challenges

Bystronic AG reported improved profitability in the first half of 2025 despite a challenging market. Sales slightly declined as anticipated, with a 7.9% drop year-on-year. The company benefitted from restructuring efforts initiated in late 2024 aimed at cost reduction and optimized business processes.

Order intake remained stable, rising 1.5% to CHF 309 million. Notable performance was seen in the Systems Division, particularly in the tube laser cutting segment. However, group sales fell to CHF 305 million.

The operational restructuring led to a reduction in EBIT losses from CHF 23 million in H1 2024 to CHF 8 million. The net half-year result showed a significant improvement, with losses reduced by 38.3%.

Bystronic anticipates a continued difficult market climate, yet expects slightly better performance in the second half of 2025 if geopolitical conditions remain stable.