HeidelbergCement AG
XETRA:HEI

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HeidelbergCement AG
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Price: 217.6 EUR -1%
Market Cap: 38.8B EUR

HeidelbergCement AG
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HeidelbergCement AG stands as a prominent figure in the global building materials industry, embodying a legacy that stretches back to its founding in 1873 in Heidelberg, Germany. The company's journey from a regional cement manufacturer to a global powerhouse is a testament to its strategic vision and operational excellence. HeidelbergCement primarily makes its money through the production and distribution of essential materials like cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt. With operations spanning across more than 50 countries, the company has strategically positioned itself to tap into the diverse market needs driven by urbanization and infrastructure developments.

Central to HeidelbergCement's business model is its robust and vertically integrated structure, which enhances operational efficiency and cost control. This integration allows the company to optimize its supply chain, from the extraction of raw materials in quarries to processing them in cement plants, and finally distributing the finished products to construction sites worldwide. Such a comprehensive approach not only ensures quality control throughout the production process but also enables the company to remain resilient against market fluctuations in raw material prices. By continuously focusing on innovation, sustainability, and digitalization, HeidelbergCement seeks to cement its role not just as a supplier of building materials, but as a critical player in shaping the world's infrastructure landscape.

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Last Earnings Call
Fiscal Period
Q3 2024
Call Date
Nov 7, 2024
AI Summary
Q3 2024

Solid Q3 Profit Growth: EBITDA and EBIT both rose 3%, and operating EBITDA margin exceeded 25%, although revenue remained flat. North America was a notable outperformer.

Guidance Raised: Heidelberg Materials lifted the lower end of its RCO guidance range for the year from EUR 3 billion to EUR 3.1 billion, now set at EUR 3.1–3.3 billion, with ROIC expected around 10%.

Transformation Accelerator Launched: The company introduced a new cost savings and optimization program, targeting EUR 500 million in annualized benefits by end-2026, focused heavily on Europe but global in scope.

Strong Free Cash Flow: Last 12 months free cash flow reached EUR 2 billion, with a similar level expected for year-end.

North America Drives Results: Despite sluggish volumes and weather disruptions in the South, resilient pricing and cost discipline led to margin improvement and positive like-for-like revenue.

Demand Bottoming in Europe: Western Europe remains soft, but signs of stabilization and continued strength in Eastern Europe are providing cautious optimism.

Sustainability Initiatives Progressing: Major carbon capture and recycling projects are on track, including new milestones in Norway, Italy, and Poland.

Confident Q4 Outlook: Management expects a strong Q4, underpinned by recent trends and operational improvements, with no reliance on one-off land sales.

Key Financials
Operating EBITDA Margin
Above 25%
Free Cash Flow (Last 12 Months)
EUR 2 billion
Leverage
1.5
RCO Guidance
EUR 3.1–3.3 billion
ROIC
Around 10%
Scope EBITDA (year-to-date)
EUR 76 million
Earnings Call Recording
Other Earnings Calls

Management

Dr. Dominik von Achten Ph.D.
Chairman of Managing Board
No Bio Available
Mr. René S. Aldach
CFO & Member of the Managing Board
No Bio Available
Mr. Dennis Lentz
Chief Digital Officer & Member of Managing Board
No Bio Available
Mr. Chris Ward
Member of Managing Board
No Bio Available
Dr. Nicola Kimm Ph.D.
Chief Sustainability Officer & Member of the Managing Board
No Bio Available

Contacts

Address
BADEN-WUERTTEMBERG
Heidelberg
Berliner Strasse 6
Contacts