MUNICH, GERMANY - At its Annual General Meeting held at the hbw Conference Center, Wacker Neuson SE (ISIN: DE000WACK012, WKN: WACK01) secured shareholder approval for all agenda items, including a dividend increase of approximately 17% for fiscal year 2025. The dividend was raised to EUR 0.70 per eligible share, up from EUR 0.60 in the previous year, reflecting the company's commitment to continuous shareholder compensation.
Dr. Karl Tragl, Chairman of the Executive Board of the Wacker Neuson Group, highlighted the significance of the dividend: "We are committing to a continuous shareholder compensation and offer our shareholders a reasonable share of the success of the fiscal year 2025. The dividend reflects the strategy of the Group, to continuously pay out a significant share of our profit." This increase signals the company's financial health and its dedication to rewarding investors, which is particularly important in a capital-intensive industry like construction equipment manufacturing. For shareholders, this dividend hike provides a tangible return on investment, potentially boosting confidence in the company's long-term strategy.
The Annual General Meeting also approved other agenda items, including the formal approval of the actions of the Executive Board and Supervisory Board for fiscal year 2025, the approval of the remuneration report, the election of the auditor for fiscal year 2026, and an amendment to the Articles of Incorporation to allow for the issuance of electronic shares. The shift toward electronic shares modernizes the company's share structure, potentially reducing administrative costs and making it easier for shareholders to participate in future meetings.
In a key leadership change, the term of Prof. Dr. Matthias Schüppen concluded at the meeting, and shareholders elected Christian Rast as a new member of the Supervisory Board. Mr. Rast brings proven expertise in accounting and auditing, which is critical for overseeing financial reporting and internal controls. This change could influence the board's oversight of the company's financial strategy and risk management.
Wacker Neuson SE is part of a group that employs around 5,800 people worldwide and reported revenue of approximately EUR 2.2 billion in fiscal year 2025. As a leading manufacturer of light and compact equipment, the company serves professional users in construction, gardening, landscaping, agriculture, municipal bodies, and industries like recycling and rail transport. The group's brands include Wacker Neuson, Kramer, Weidemann, and Enar. The company's shares are listed on the regulated Prime Standard segment of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and are a member of the SDAX.
Details of the voting results will be made available shortly at www.wackerneusongroup.com/hv. For press images, visit https://wackerneusongroup.com/en/group/press-and-news.
