FUCHS SE Navigates Challenging Market in H1 2025

FUCHS SE faced a challenging market in the first half of 2025, with subdued demand from key customer groups amidst a strained economic environment. Despite these challenges, sales revenues grew by 2% to EUR 1,804 million, driven by business expansion and acquisitions. However, EBIT dropped 4% to EUR 209 million compared to the previous year.

The company saw a 17% increase in free cash flow before acquisitions, reaching EUR 81 million. Regional performance varied, with Europe, Middle East, Africa seeing modest growth, while Asia-Pacific regions showed stronger progress. North and South America struggled with unfavorable mix changes and cost increases.

FUCHS has adjusted its full-year outlook for 2025, maintaining sales revenues at last year's level, with an EBIT revision downward by 6%. The company continues to focus on profitable growth through its FUCHS100 strategic program.