Nabaltec AG Posts Strong Q4 Results and Cautious FY25 Outlook

Nabaltec AG has reported strong preliminary Q4 sales of €45.4 million, marking a 2.7% year-on-year increase. This performance was driven by improved demand for core products, compensating for weak demand in the Specialty Alumina and boehmite segments. FY24 sales reached €203.6 million, a rise of 1.8% compared to the previous year.

Q4 EBIT increased by 6% to €5.5 million, outperforming expectations. This result was supported by lower raw material costs, leading to an operating cash flow between €35-40 million. A significant contributor was the thermal management white powder, with sales doubling to €10 million in FY24, anticipating a 30% rise in FY25.

Despite optimistic Q4 results, Nabaltec's FY25 guidance remains conservative, forecasting a 3-5% sales increase and an EBIT margin of 7-9%. External factors include fluctuating alumina, electricity, and natural gas prices, alongside increasing labor costs.