Leifheit AG (ISIN DE0006464506), a leading European brand supplier of household products, held its 2026 Annual General Meeting on June 3, 2026, at the German National Library in Frankfurt am Main. With 46.42% of the share capital represented, shareholders approved all agenda items by a large majority, including a total dividend of EUR 1.20 per eligible no-par-value bearer share. This dividend comprises an ordinary dividend of EUR 0.50 and a special dividend of EUR 0.70, resulting in a dividend yield of 7.9% based on the closing price at the end of financial year 2025.
The approval underscores Leifheit's commitment to maintaining an attractive capital allocation. The meeting also approved a capital increase from company funds followed by an ordinary capital reduction, aimed at sustaining shareholder value. CEO Alexander Reindler emphasized the company's priorities: "Increasing shareholder value is a top priority for us. That’s why we’re maintaining our shareholder-oriented dividend policy while consistently driving forward our growth and efficiency program. To achieve this, we’re focusing on targeted marketing campaigns and strong innovations. At the same time, we're building lasting efficiency and resilience through the FOCUS performance program."
The Annual General Meeting elected two new members to the Supervisory Board: Stefan Bertram and Dr. Hans-Jurgen Braun. Stefan Bertram, Managing Director at Alantra EQMC in Madrid, brings extensive experience as a European small- and mid-cap investor. Dr. Hans-Jurgen Braun, a member of the Kromberg & Schubert Management Team GmbH, offers deep expertise in production technology, global production and logistics networks, and transformation programs. Stefan De Loecker, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, welcomed the new members: "We are delighted to have brought Mr Bertram and Dr Braun, two experienced experts in strategic corporate development, onto the Supervisory Board of Leifheit AG. Both of them will enhance our Board and provide us with valuable insights." He also thanked outgoing members Larissa Bohm and Dr. Gunter Blaschke for their dedicated service.
In May 2026, the Supervisory Board elected Stefan De Loecker as Chairman and Rudiger Bohle as Deputy Chair, as well as Chair of the Audit Committee. PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft was appointed as auditor for the 2026 financial year. Detailed information on the Annual General Meeting and voting results can be found at https://www.leifheit-group.com/en/investor-relations/general-meeting. The latest images are available for download at https://www.leifheit-group.com/en/press/media-library/.
This news is important because it signals Leifheit's strategic focus on rewarding shareholders while investing in growth and efficiency. The significant dividend payout, including a special dividend, reflects strong financial health and confidence in future prospects. The election of new supervisory board members with expertise in investment and production technology could drive strategic corporate development. For the household products industry, Leifheit's emphasis on targeted marketing and innovation may intensify competition. Investors and analysts will watch how the FOCUS performance program impacts profitability and market share. The capital restructuring aims to maintain an attractive capital allocation, potentially influencing shareholder returns. Overall, the meeting's outcomes highlight Leifheit's commitment to balancing shareholder value with long-term growth initiatives.
