Bucher Industries AG (BUCN) AI Stock Analysis

• Market Cap: CHF4.14B
• Dividend Yield: 2.72%
• Average Volume (3M): 14.60K
• Price to Earnings (P/E): 18.3
• Beta (1Y): 0.99
• Revenue Growth: -11.73%
• EPS Growth: -35.55%
• Country: CH
• Employees: 12,830
• Sector: Industrials
• Sector Strength: 91
• Industry: Industrial - Machinery
• EPS (TTM): 11.13
• Shares Outstanding: 10,250,000
• 10 Day Avg. Volume: 14,628
• 30 Day Avg. Volume: 14,602
• PEG Ratio: -0.75
• Price to Book (P/B): 2.16
• Price to Sales (P/S): 0.00
• P/FCF Ratio: 20.29
• Enterprise Value/Market Cap: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Revenue: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Gross Profit: N/A
• Enterprise Value/Ebitda: N/A
• 1Y Price Target: CHF435.75
• Price Target Upside: 7.73% Upside
• Rating Consensus: Strong Buy
• Number of Analyst Covering: 4

• Rating: 75 Outperform
• Price Target: CHF442.00 ▲(9.27%Upside)

Bucher Industries AG scores a 75, primarily driven by its strong financial performance and healthy technical indicators. The company's robust balance sheet and effective cost management are significant strengths. While the valuation is reasonable, it slightly tempers the overall score.

Bucher Industries AG Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company Description

Bucher Industries AG is a Swiss-based global leader in industrial machinery and vehicle manufacturing. The company operates in five main business segments: Kuhn Group (agricultural machinery), Bucher Municipal (municipal vehicles for cleaning and clearing), Bucher Hydraulics (advanced hydraulic components and systems), Bucher Emhart Glass (manufacturing equipment for the glass container industry), and Bucher Specials (various niche markets including winemaking and fruit juice production equipment). Bucher Industries is known for its commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability across its diverse product offerings.

How the Company Makes Money

Bucher Industries AG generates revenue through the sale of its industrial machinery and vehicles across its five business segments. Each segment contributes differently to the overall revenue stream: Kuhn Group primarily earns through the sale of agricultural equipment such as tractors, plows, and sprayers, catering to farmers and agricultural businesses worldwide. Bucher Municipal focuses on municipal clients, providing vehicles like street sweepers and snow plows. Bucher Hydraulics provides hydraulic systems and components to a wide range of industries, including manufacturing and construction. Bucher Emhart Glass serves the glass container industry by supplying high-performance manufacturing equipment, while Bucher Specials includes niche markets like winemaking equipment and fruit juice production systems. The company's revenue is bolstered by strategic partnerships and a strong global distribution network that enhances its market reach and customer service capabilities. Additionally, after-sales services and spare parts sales contribute significantly to its earnings, ensuring ongoing customer engagement and satisfaction.

Bucher Industries AG Financial Statement Overview

Summary

Bucher Industries AG demonstrates strong financial stability with no debt and effective cost management, resulting in healthy EBIT and EBITDA margins. Despite a dip in revenue and net profit margins, the robust balance sheet and strong cash flow generation indicate a solid financial foundation.

Income Statement

Bucher Industries AG has shown a stable revenue trajectory, although there was a decline in 2024. The Gross Profit Margin remained strong, highlighting effective cost management. Net Profit Margin has decreased recently, indicating pressure on profitability. EBIT and EBITDA margins remain healthy, showcasing operational efficiency.

Balance Sheet

The company's balance sheet is robust with zero debt indicating strong financial stability. The Debt-to-Equity ratio is favorable, and the Return on Equity is solid, reflecting efficient use of equity. The Equity Ratio is healthy, suggesting a stable financial foundation.

Cash Flow

Free Cash Flow has grown significantly, demonstrating efficient cash management. The Operating Cash Flow to Net Income ratio indicates strong cash generation relative to earnings. However, the Free Cash Flow to Net Income ratio suggests room for improvement in converting income to free cash flow.

Breakdown	Dec 2024	Dec 2023	Dec 2022	Dec 2021	Dec 2020
Income Statement
Total Revenue	3.16B	3.57B	3.60B	3.18B	2.74B
Gross Profit	1.57B	828.80M	819.30M	681.30M	519.70M
EBITDA	385.50M	522.80M	503.50M	437.70M	286.50M
Net Income	226.80M	352.10M	331.20M	265.50M	150.40M
Balance Sheet
Total Assets	2.79B	2.96B	2.98B	2.77B	2.43B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments	432.70M	529.30M	579.30M	705.60M	551.10M
Total Debt	30.60M	133.70M	122.10M	154.70M	147.30M
Total Liabilities	902.70M	1.14B	1.28B	1.24B	1.04B
Stockholders Equity	1.88B	1.80B	1.68B	1.51B	1.37B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow	192.30M	108.80M	67.20M	269.20M	307.70M
Operating Cash Flow	344.50M	250.40M	164.20M	342.70M	379.90M
Investing Cash Flow	-199.60M	-139.10M	-146.60M	-115.10M	-97.30M
Financing Cash Flow	-252.10M	-136.10M	-132.80M	-61.20M	-184.70M

Bucher Industries AG Technical Analysis

• Technical Analysis Sentiment: Positive
• Last Price: 404.50
• 50DMA: Positive
• 100DMA: Positive
• 200DMA: Positive
• MACD: Negative
• RSI: Neutral
• STOCH: Neutral

Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For CH:BUCN, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 404.5 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 394.58, above the 50-day MA of 394.43, and above the 200-day MA of 354.73, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 3.50 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 59.16 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 61.87 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for CH:BUCN.

Bucher Industries AG Peers Comparison

Name	Overall Rating	Market Cap	P/E Ratio	ROE	Dividend Yield	Revenue Growth	EPS Growth
BUCN	75 Outperform	CHF4.14B	18.25		2.72%	-11.73%	-35.55%
SUN	72 Outperform	$5.04B	19.29	22.45%	2.85%	7.58%	14.41%
KARN	70 Outperform	CHF2.36B	30.78		1.96%	10.38%	18.74%
INRN	68 Neutral	CHF1.91B	30.58		1.39%	-5.25%	-6.32%
Sector *	67 Neutral	CHF6.97B	25.37	14.57%	2.59%	-2.17%	-30.07%
KOMN	61 Neutral	CHF539.40M	99.21		2.84%	-16.31%	-107.34%
GF	52 Neutral	CHF5.15B	24.03		2.17%	-3.33%	-8.90%

Bucher Industries AG Corporate Events

Bucher Industries Appoints New Division Manager for Bucher Municipal

Bucher Industries has announced the appointment of Martin Starkey as the new division manager of Bucher Municipal, effective January 1, 2026. Starkey, who has been with the company since 2023 and previously led the large sweeper segment, will succeed Aurelio Lemos, who has significantly contributed to the division’s growth and market leadership in municipal vehicles over the past 23 years. This leadership transition is expected to continue the division’s focus on expanding its product range and advancing electric vehicle development.

The most recent analyst rating on (CH:BUCN) stock is a Buy with a CHF464.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Bucher Industries AG stock, see the CH:BUCN Stock Forecast page.

Bucher Industries Reports Mixed Q1 2025 Performance with Increased Orders but Declining Sales

Bucher Industries AG reported a mixed performance in the first quarter of 2025, with an increase in order intake but a decline in sales due to a low order backlog at the start of the year. The Kuhn Group and Bucher Hydraulics divisions saw growth in order intake, driven by increased investment in agricultural machinery and industrial hydraulics, respectively. However, sales declined across most divisions, except for Bucher Municipal, which experienced growth in compact sweepers and sewer cleaning vehicles. The company maintains its 2025 outlook but notes uncertainties related to global trade tariffs. A share buyback program is set to commence on May 5, 2025.