Comet Holding AG
SIX:COTN

Watchlist Manager
Comet Holding AG Logo
Comet Holding AG
SIX:COTN
Watchlist
Price: 265.4 CHF -1.78% Market Closed
Market Cap: 2.1B CHF

Comet Holding AG
Investor Relations

Comet Holding AG is a Swiss-based company that stands as a pivotal player in the high-tech sphere, known for its expertise in industrial electronics. Nestled in the heart of Europe, Comet transforms innovative ideas into cutting-edge technologies, with a particular focus on two main segments: X-ray and radio frequency (RF) power products. The company spun its narrative around the ability to delve beneath the surface—both literally and figuratively—by offering X-ray and CT systems that reveal the hidden intricacies of complex materials. This ability to explore the invisible not only caters to industries ranging from aerospace to electronics, ensuring safety and reliability but also forms the cornerstone of Comet’s distinct niche.

Hand-in-hand with its X-ray segment, Comet's RF technology segment addresses the sophisticated needs of the semiconductor and electronics sectors. These systems play a crucial role in plasma control and the precise manufacturing processes that today's advanced chips and electronic components demand. By marrying innovation with application, Comet not only designs but also optimizes RF power solutions that enhance efficiency and performance. This dual approach of tackling intricate industrial challenges propels Comet’s revenue stream, driving its market position as a leader in both probing hidden depths through X-ray technology and orchestrating precision in electronics manufacturing. Through its technical prowess and strategic market applications, Comet Holding AG remains a formidable entity, underpinning the technological advancements of tomorrow.

Show more
Loading
COTN
Swiss Market Index
No Stocks Selected

Compare the stock's returns with its benchmark index and competitors. Gain insights into its relative performance over time.

Select Stock to Compare
Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q4 2021
Call Date
Mar 4, 2022
AI Summary
Q4 2021

Record Results: Comet posted an all-time high in sales, profitability, and free cash flow for 2021, with sales up nearly 30% to CHF 513.7 million.

Margin Expansion: Gross margin increased by 360 basis points, and EBITDA margin rose to 20% from 14.8%, driven by higher volumes, improved product mix, and operational efficiencies.

Strong Asia Growth: Sales in Asia jumped 60%, now making up about 41% of group sales, thanks to investments in local production and direct sales, especially in Taiwan and China.

Positive 2022 Outlook: Management guided for 2022 sales of CHF 570–610 million (up 11–19%), with EBITDA margin expected between 21% and 23%.

Supply Chain Managed: While supply chain and cost inflation remain challenges, Comet has managed impacts well so far, passing some costs to customers and ramping up production in Penang.

RF Generator Launch: The first sales of the new Synertia RF generator have started, with the company targeting 10% midterm share in a CHF 1.1–1.3 billion market by 2025.

Key Financials
Sales
CHF 513.7 million
Net Income
CHF 67.4 million
EBITDA
CHF 102.7 million
EBITDA Margin
20%
Return on Capital Employed
26.8%
Net Income Margin
13.1%
Free Cash Flow
CHF 57.8 million
Operating Cash Flow
CHF 70.5 million
Earnings Per Share
CHF 8.68
Dividend
CHF 3.50 per share
Plasma Control Technologies Sales
CHF 306.1 million
Plasma Control Technologies EBITDA Margin
26.3%
X-Ray Systems Sales
CHF 138.9 million
X-Ray Systems EBITDA
CHF 8.9 million
X-Ray Systems EBITDA Margin
6.4%
X-Ray Modules Sales
CHF 78.9 million
X-Ray Modules EBITDA Margin
19.4%
Effective Tax Rate
18%
Cash Position
$115.5 million
CapEx
CHF 11.5 million
Earnings Call Recording
Other Earnings Calls
2021

Management

Mr. Stephan Eirik Haferl
Chief Executive Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Nicola Rotondo
Interim Chief Finance Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Andre Grede
Chief Technology Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Robert Leindl
Chief Information Officer
No Bio Available
Dr. Ulrich Steiner
Vice President of Investor Relations & Sustainability
No Bio Available
Ms. Meike Boekelmann
Chief Human Resources Officer
No Bio Available
Mr. Dionys van de Ven
President of the Industrial X-Ray Systems Division
No Bio Available
Mr. Michael Lars Berger
President of Industrial X-Ray Systems
No Bio Available
Mr. Joeri Durinckx
President of Plasma Control Technologies
No Bio Available
Erich Kalbermatten
Head of Business Applications
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
FRIBOURG
Wuennewil-Flamatt
Herrengasse 10
Contacts
+41317449000.0
www.comet-group.com