MUNICH - At today's Annual General Meeting, Blue Cap AG shareholders approved all proposals by the Management Board and Supervisory Board with a large majority, including a record dividend of EUR 1.60 per share. The dividend consists of a base dividend of EUR 0.65 per share and a special dividend of EUR 0.95 per share, up from EUR 1.10 per share last year. The distribution is based on the successful sale of portfolio company con-pearl in the 2025 financial year.
The record dividend underscores the strength of Blue Cap's business model, allowing shareholders to directly benefit from value realized while maintaining financial flexibility for future growth. CEO Dr. Henning von Kottwitz stated: "The renewed record dividend reflects the strength of our business model. We are allowing our shareholders to participate directly in the value realized from the sale of con-pearl while still maintaining sufficient financial resources to actively shape Blue Cap’s next phase of growth."
The meeting also highlighted the company's successful execution of its Buy-Transform-Sell strategy, demonstrated by the con-pearl exit, which strengthened the balance sheet. In early 2026, Blue Cap acquired Janoschka AG, an international provider of prepress solutions for the packaging industry, marking a key milestone in its growth strategy. COO Henning Eschweiler noted: "The sale of con-pearl once again demonstrated how we create and realize sustainable value through active transformation. At the same time, with Janoschka we have acquired an investment that is an excellent strategic fit and offers significant value creation potential."
Blue Cap maintains a strong liquidity position, providing flexibility for value-enhancing acquisitions. The company holds majority stakes in six firms across industries including Adhesives & Coating Technology, Plastics Technology, Prepress, Life Sciences, and Business Services, employing around 2,000 people. Detailed voting results and the Management Board presentation are available at www.blue-cap.de/annual-general-meeting.
This dividend approval signals confidence in Blue Cap's strategy and financial health, potentially impacting shareholders through direct returns and the broader investment community by demonstrating successful value creation in mid-market B2B companies. The company's ability to execute exits and reinvest strategically highlights its role in the DACH region's private equity landscape.
