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122Siemens collaborates with TSMC to drive further innovation in semiconductor design and integration
(WK-intern) - Siemens Digital Industries Software today announced that it has intensified its long-standing collaboration with TSMC to drive innovation in semiconductor design and integration and enable joint customers to address next-generation technology challenges.
Citi has resumed coverage of Siemens (ETR: SIEGn ) with a Buy rating and a price target of €245, citing the company's growing leadership in industrial AI and automation.
The firm believes that Siemens' expanded software portfolio "puts it in a leading position to enable agent-based and physical AI in industrial applications."
While Citi acknowledged that economic concerns remain due to tariff-related macroeconomic uncertainty, it emphasized the strength of long-term trends.
"We continue to see strong long-term tailwinds in both automation and electrification," analysts wrote in a note.
The investment bank highlighted the "breadth of Siemens' offering in the software and automation markets" as one of its core strengths.
Citi sees Siemens' €7 billion Digital Industries software portfolio as a major competitive advantage following the recent acquisitions of Altair and Dotmatics.
"We believe Siemens' breadth of software offerings, expertise and installed base of edge devices give it a competitive advantage," the company said.
The ongoing shift towards software and SaaS models should also contribute to higher growth and margin targets in the medium term.
Citi also believes that Siemens should divest its 73 percent stake in Healthineers in its entirety and says a spin-off could be beneficial for both financial and strategic reasons.
"We think Siemens should fully exit Healthineers," the firm wrote, noting that deconsolidation could boost return on capital employed (ROCE) to around 25 percent from 18-19 percent and reduce the net debt to EBITDA ratio to 0.2x from 0.9x by fiscal 2026.
Although Citi lowered its 2026 earnings forecast by about 6% due to weaker expectations in short-cycle markets, the firm maintained its constructive view on Siemens' future.
"AI-driven automation in focus" will remain the main theme, Citi said, and Siemens is well positioned for the next industrial upturn.
Slump in the DAX: investors are seeing red
There is a great deal of uncertainty on the stock markets at the moment, and this is being further fueled by US President Trump's aggressive tariff policy. On the last trading day of the week, investors have to accept massive losses in the Dax. Of the 40 companies listed in the leading German index, only two shares were able to record a positive closing price. The remaining 38 stocks experienced double-digit declines in some cases. Deutsche Bank was particularly affected $DBK (-1.63%)which fell by 9.77 percent, and MTU Aero Engines $MTX (+1.89%)whose shares fell by 8.11 percent. Deutsche Börse, Infineon $IFX (-1.28%) and Siemens Energy $SIE (-0.69%) also suffered losses of more than 7 percent. The Dax itself closed 4.95 percent lower at 20,641.72 points.
Trade war continues to weigh on the markets
Pressure on the markets remains high as uncertainty over trade relations between the USA and China persists. China's announcement that it would impose counter-tariffs on US goods has heightened fears of a full-scale trade war. At times on Friday, the Dax fell by up to 5.6 percent to 20,579 points. The MDax and EuroStoxx50 also suffered significant losses. There were significant declines in the banking sector in particular, which is heavily dependent on economic developments. Deutsche Bank and Commerzbank $CBK recorded losses of up to 12.1 and 9.3 percent respectively. Volatility on the markets is likely to remain high as long as the uncertainty surrounding customs policy persists.
Slight stability at Adidas and Beiersdorf
Despite the general downward trend, there were also some bright spots in the Dax. The shares of Adidas $ADS (-3.96%) were able to maintain their position as the lone frontrunner with a plus of 0.54 percent. Symrise $SY1 (+0.15%) and Beiersdorf $BEI (+1.28%) also remained relatively stable, with Symrise recording a minimal gain of 0.01%, while Beiersdorf fell by 0.37%. Investors are hoping that the negative spiral of tariffs and counter-tariffs can be halted through negotiations, but the uncertainties remain and could continue to weigh on the markets.
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https://www.n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Das-sind-die-groessten-Verlierer-im-Dax-article25682125.html
https://www.n-tv.de/wirtschaft/Dax-schmiert-ab-US-Zoelle-China-Zoelle-und-jetzt-article25681044.html
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Hey guys,
I wanted to address a topic that is certainly of interest to us as investors: the reconstruction of Ukraine and which stocks could benefit from it. The geopolitical situation is constantly changing and there are many uncertainties. What happens if Donbass goes permanently to Russia? Will this slow down the reconstruction of Ukraine or could it still create opportunities for companies in the region?
America is getting involved mit🇺🇸
The USA is playing a central role in the reconstruction of Ukraine. A lot of money is already flowing into the region from the US, particularly for infrastructure, energy and technology. But it's not just about government aid - many US companies also have an interest in investing in the region. Considering how heavily the US is involved in supporting countries such as Poland and Ukraine, there are a number of companies here that could definitely benefit.
What happens if the Donbass goes to Russia?⚔️
If the Donbass is finally controlled by Russia, the geopolitical situation will of course worsen. This could slow down reconstruction in Ukraine, as this part of the country was an important industrial location. Nevertheless, billions of euros will flow into the western and central parts of Ukraine, and Poland could become an even more important partner in reconstruction.
Which stocks could benefit?📈🚀
If you look at who is active in the region, there are some exciting candidates that could benefit from the reconstruction. Here are a few companies that I think are well positioned:
♦️ Strabag (Austria): $STR (+0.78%) A construction company that is active in many infrastructure projects in Europe. They could play an important role in the reconstruction of roads, bridges and buildings - also in Poland and Ukraine.
♦️ PGE (Polska Grupa Energetyczna): $PGE (+0.23%) Poland's largest energy company. PGE could benefit from the expansion of the energy supply in Ukraine.
♦️ Budimex: $BDX (+0.23%) Another Polish construction company that is doing well in infrastructure projects. When Ukraine awards major construction contracts, Budimex could be one of the first ports of call.
♦️ KGHM: $KGH (-4.02%) This company is active in copper production. And we know how important copper is for reconstruction - whether for power lines, machinery or other infrastructure.
♦️ Asseco Poland:
$ACP (+0.22%) An IT company that is active in many areas. They could play a key role in modernizing the digital infrastructure in Ukraine.
♦️ General Electric (USA) $GEC GE operates globally and Ukraine needs a lot of energy infrastructure. GE could benefit by providing solutions in the field of energy supply.
♦️ Siemens: $SIE (-0.69%)
$ENR (-2.77%) The German company could play a crucial role in reconstruction through its expertise in energy and infrastructure.
Conclusion❔☝🏽
The geopolitical situation will keep us busy for some time, but one thing is clear: the reconstruction of Ukraine will require a lot of resources and investment, and many companies from Poland, the EU and the US are well positioned to benefit. Even if the Donbass aligns with Russia, the need for construction projects, energy and technology in western Ukraine and Poland will continue.
What do you think? Which companies do you think are interesting? Do you have any stocks on your radar that have a good chance in this context? Let us hear your opinions and ideas!
Siemens $SIE (-0.69%) starts with job cuts
Siemens has announced the sad news that around 6000 jobs will be cut worldwide, including 2850 in Germany. The Digital Industries division, which is suffering from weak demand and high inventories, has been hit particularly hard. While the company emphasizes that there will be no compulsory redundancies in Germany, there is a great deal of uncertainty. The Group had already indicated in the fall that job cuts in the low to mid four-digit range were imminent. Sales in the automation business in particular have fallen sharply, even if an improvement is in sight. For Germany, however, it is to be hoped that the workforce will remain stable, as recruitment is continuing in growing areas. The works council and IG Metall have criticized the measures as contradictory and are calling for jobs to be retained in order to successfully carry out the necessary transformations.
Vonovia sees challenges due to debt package
Vonovia is facing a number of challenges in the USA and in Germany. Following losses in 2024, the company wants to get back on track and plans to increase its operating profit by around 30 percent by 2028. Despite an increase in rents and stabilized value development in the second half of 2023, Vonovia suffered a loss of 962 million euros. However, the German government's new debt package could jeopardize the ambitious plans, as rising construction interest rates could lead to a reluctance to invest in certain projects. Nevertheless, Vonovia CEO Rolf Buch remains optimistic and has set himself the target of increasing the operating result to between 2.7 and 2.8 billion euros by 2025. The German government's investment plans entail both opportunities and risks in terms of real estate prices and financing costs.
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Yesterday I listened to the analyst discussion between Ralf Thomas, the CFO of Siemens ($SIE (-0.69%)), and an analyst from Bank of America at the Bank of America Global Industrials Conference 2025.
The discussion covered a wide range of topics, from the current economic situation in Germany and the US to the dynamics in China and strategic portfolio decisions, in particular the investment in Siemens Healthineers.
The analysts' first question was directed at the situation in Germany. They were asked about the potential impact of the expected government stimulus and its significance for Siemens and the wider European economy. Mr. Thomas emphasized that Siemens, as a globally operating company, has a well-balanced global value chain, which which enables the company to serve different markets simultaneously. Although Siemens welcomes the efforts of Europe, and Germany in particular, to find new impetus, it is proud of its global footprint, which is supported by investments in twin factory concepts and local product development in growth markets.
Another point on the German situation concerned the announced job cuts and their complexity in the context of possible government funding and the profitability of Siemens in Germany. Mr. Thomas pointed out that the announcement had already been communicated in the same dimension in November last year and that yesterday's "excitement" was surprising. Only a small proportion of the job cuts affect Germany, as Siemens growth opportunities and not geographical or fit-related aspects. must be prioritized. In view of around 2,000 vacancies in Germany, Siemens plans to investments in retraining and further training measures. Mr. Thomas does not believe that this measure should hinder government contract awards and assumes that the impact of this announcement will be digested anyway before political impulses turn into concrete orders and sales.
The discussion then shifted to the USAwhere analysts asked about the impact of political uncertainties, in particular tariffson customer activity and decision making. Mr. Thomas confirmed that political uncertainties typically lead to a paralysis among decision makers paralysis. This can currently be observed not only in the USA, but also in other regions due to geopolitical tensions. However, he emphasized that Siemens as a B2B company has rational decision-makers as customers and has a high order backlog of 118 billion euros which should not affect the short-term sales trend.
While there is caution in some areas, particularly with ambitious business models in relation to ESG, the long-term commitments to carbon neutrality remain in place. If the uncertainty persists for longer (one to two quarters), this could become problematic, but Mr. Thomas does not see this coming at the moment. He also pointed out a possible positive downside: If tariffs lead to smaller production facilities, this could automation could become even more important due to labor shortages and benefit Siemens.
With regard to the order momentum in the second quarter in the USA and the comparatively easy figures from the previous year, Mr. Thomas no significant impact on the current on the current guidance. The expectation of a normalization in the industrial sector, particularly in automation, by the end of the second quarter remains unchanged. The estimates for demand in China and inventories at distributors also remain valid, although the trend may even be slightly better than expected. The aforementioned uncertainties would not affect the guidance for the second quarter and the 2025 financial year.
The following was also discussed in detail situation in China was also examined in detail. The normalization of business activity is progressing as expected, possibly even better. Inventories at distributors are in the normal range, and inventories at OEMs and end customers are also continuing to fall. The automotive sector in China is developing significantly better than in Europe and the USA, particularly in the area of electromobility. The Chinese government seems to be focusing on high-value industries, which should benefit Siemens. Mr. Thomas also mentioned that the Chinese government appears to be positioning itself to respond to potential tariffs. In the long term, the trend towards a stagnant or shrinking skilled labor force remains, which encourages local investment in high-value technologies.
With regard to competition local Chinese suppliers have improved in recent years and gained market share in the lower price segment, both in terms of cost and quality. However, Siemens remains strong in the high-end market segments. In order to be more successful in the mid-range market segment, Siemens has launched a local program "in China for China" in which products with local development and local supply chains are developed for the domestic market and neighboring regions. Initial reactions from customers have been positive and further products are to be presented at the upcoming Hanover Fair.
Another set of questions concerned the profitability of the Digital Industries Division (DI) compared to competitors. Mr. Thomas suggested that the two divisions within DI - Automation automation and software - separately. In the area of Software Siemens is in the SaaS transitionwhose progress and objectives are reported transparently. This strategy aims to grow in the small and medium-sized enterprise market, where over 80% of new customers have already been acquired. The planned acquisition of Altair will further strengthen this area. Mr. Thomas indicated that in future cash flow-oriented KPIs could provide more clarity about performance. In the area of automation a direct comparison with competitors is difficult, which is why Siemens is currently sticking to the existing reporting structure with sales growth and profitability at divisional level. Further details are to be announced in December of this year as part of a new financial framework.
The analysts were also interested in the the strong margin improvement in the Smart Infrastructure (SI) in recent years and the sustainability of these margins in view of increasing capacities in the market, particularly in the field of electrification. SI has achieved higher profitability than in the same quarter of the previous year for 17 consecutive quarters, which can be attributed to cost savings and growth impulses growth impetus. In addition, the portfolio is being continuously optimizedwhereby non-core business areas are being divested (e.g. wireless accessories). This development is based on innovations, technological leadership and investments in research and development and a consistent focus on growth segments. Mr. Thomas was optimistic that SI could not only reach the upper end of the previous margin corridor, but also expand it with the target range of 16% to 20% for the next cycle. The guidance for the current financial year (17% to 18% margin) remains unchanged and additional profits from the sale of Wireless Accessories are expected in the second quarter.
A short part of the discussion was devoted to the acquisition of Altair. Analysts noted that the deal could close sooner than expected and asked about the impact on the timing of the sale of investments in listed companies for financing. Thomas confirmed that the deal was originally expected to close in the second half of the year, but that it currently looks like it will happen sooner. The financing of the transaction has been secured and will be provided by various sources as announced last year: Proceeds from the sale of Innomotics, Reduction of the stake in Siemens Energy (already reduced from 17% to around 12%, with proceeds of €2.2 billion) and Siemens Healthineers (successful sale of shares for EUR 1.5 billion) as well as the strong free cash flow of Siemens.
A central point of the discussion was the strategic strategic review of the investment in Siemens Healthineers. The analysts asked about the reasons for the change in communication over the last three months and the advantages and disadvantages of different shareholding levels. Mr. Thomas recapitulated that Siemens had emphasized from the outset when Healthineers was listed on the stock exchange in 2018 that it would not necessarily hold on to the majority stake. The successful acquisition and integration of Varian and the development in the in-vitro diagnostics area had shown that Healthineers was meeting expectations. Mr. Thomas emphasized that Siemens had always said that the healthcare market encompasses more than just medical technology. Many industrial companies would recognize the potential of this broader healthcare market, in which Siemens AG is active with its products and solutions in areas such as energy efficiency in buildings, asset tracking and digital tools is also strongly positioned. The review is taking so long because the healthcare market the healthcare market (not just medical technology) is highly fragmented geographically with different regulatory frameworks and reimbursement systems in almost 200 jurisdictions. Therefore, a careful assessment in each market is necessary to determine how to best leverage access to decision makers in large hospital chains.
Mr. Thomas clarified that Siemens would not invest €45 billion to gain this market access if it had a smaller or no stake in Healthineers. However, as Siemens currently holds a significant stake, it has a duty to its shareholders to carefully examine this situation carefully and make the best use of it. He asked for patience until December, when the results of the review and the resulting conclusions will be transparently presented, and expressed his conviction that shareholders will understand the reasons for this. There is no single determining factor for a particular shareholding level, but a complex system that requires thorough analysis.
The discussion with Ralf Thomas conveyed a picture of Siemens as a globally resilient company that sees itself well positioned despite geopolitical uncertainties. The focus remains on high-margin growth, particularly in the software sector through the SaaS transformation and the planned Altair acquisition. The operating performance in the DI and SI divisions is rated positively, with SI achieving impressive margin improvements through consistent cost control and strategic initiatives. The strategic review of the investment in Siemens Healthineers is being conducted with great care in order to maximize value for shareholders and take full advantage of opportunities in the broader healthcare market.
