Barry Callebaut (BARN) Stock Overview
Engages in the manufacture and sale of chocolate and cocoa products in Western Europe, North America, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 5/6 |
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Barry Callebaut AG Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | CHF 1,122.00 |
| 52 Week High | CHF 1,538.00 |
| 52 Week Low | CHF 860.00 |
| Beta | 0.12 |
| 1 Month Change | -1.92% |
| 3 Month Change | -11.23% |
| 1 Year Change | 25.64% |
| 3 Year Change | -31.42% |
| 5 Year Change | -49.87% |
| Change since IPO | 261.94% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jul 14
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Depend On Softer Margins And Volume Execution Risks
Barry Callebaut’s analyst price target has been revised down by CHF 40 to CHF 960, as analysts factor in softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, alongside a higher future P/E multiple and a modestly lower discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Barry Callebaut highlights a split view, with some firms trimming price targets and others still assigning higher valuation ranges.
Narrative Update • Jun 30
BARN: Future Outlook Will Balance Mixed Ratings With Execution Timing Risks
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut from about CHF 1,365.60 to roughly CHF 1,246.20. This reflects a broad reset in price targets toward CHF 1,210 to CHF 1,350 as they factor in slower revenue growth expectations, a modestly lower discount rate, a slightly higher projected profit margin and a reduced future P/E of about 15.9x.
Narrative Update • Jun 16
BARN: Lower Category Inflation And Expanded Cacao Offerings Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have slightly trimmed their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut to about CHF 1,787, reflecting reduced upside to consensus and a series of lower Street price targets, including cuts to CHF 1,350 and a recent downgrade to Neutral. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a more mixed stance on Barry Callebaut, with some high profile downgrades alongside earlier supportive views on the stock’s positioning and long term initiatives.Narrative Update • Jun 01
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And Category Expansion Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut from CHF 1,837.10 to CHF 1,791.55. This reflects lower price targets around CHF 1,350 and slightly softer revenue expectations, partly offset by modestly higher profit margin assumptions and a reduced future P/E of 17.40.Narrative Update • May 18
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And Product Expansion Will Shape Future Upside
Narrative Update on Barry Callebaut The analyst price target for Barry Callebaut has been reduced from about CHF 1,930 to about CHF 1,837, with analysts pointing to softer revenue expectations, a lower assumed future P/E multiple, and recent target cuts across several research houses as key drivers of the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a split but active debate around Barry Callebaut, with some firms cutting targets and getting more cautious while others highlight potential upside.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jul 14
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Depend On Softer Margins And Volume Execution Risks
Barry Callebaut’s analyst price target has been revised down by CHF 40 to CHF 960, as analysts factor in softer revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, alongside a higher future P/E multiple and a modestly lower discount rate. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Barry Callebaut highlights a split view, with some firms trimming price targets and others still assigning higher valuation ranges.Narrative Update • Jun 30
BARN: Future Outlook Will Balance Mixed Ratings With Execution Timing Risks
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut from about CHF 1,365.60 to roughly CHF 1,246.20. This reflects a broad reset in price targets toward CHF 1,210 to CHF 1,350 as they factor in slower revenue growth expectations, a modestly lower discount rate, a slightly higher projected profit margin and a reduced future P/E of about 15.9x.Narrative Update • Jun 16
BARN: Lower Category Inflation And Expanded Cacao Offerings Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have slightly trimmed their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut to about CHF 1,787, reflecting reduced upside to consensus and a series of lower Street price targets, including cuts to CHF 1,350 and a recent downgrade to Neutral. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research points to a more mixed stance on Barry Callebaut, with some high profile downgrades alongside earlier supportive views on the stock’s positioning and long term initiatives.Narrative Update • Jun 01
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And Category Expansion Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed the fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut from CHF 1,837.10 to CHF 1,791.55. This reflects lower price targets around CHF 1,350 and slightly softer revenue expectations, partly offset by modestly higher profit margin assumptions and a reduced future P/E of 17.40.Narrative Update • May 18
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And Product Expansion Will Shape Future Upside
Narrative Update on Barry Callebaut The analyst price target for Barry Callebaut has been reduced from about CHF 1,930 to about CHF 1,837, with analysts pointing to softer revenue expectations, a lower assumed future P/E multiple, and recent target cuts across several research houses as key drivers of the change. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a split but active debate around Barry Callebaut, with some firms cutting targets and getting more cautious while others highlight potential upside.Narrative Update • May 02
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Depend On Challenged Volume Recovery Outlook
The analyst price target for Barry Callebaut has been reduced by CHF 219, with analysts citing softer end markets, slower volume improvement and adjusted earnings expectations, while some also highlight potential benefits from cocoa price trends. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a clear split in opinion on Barry Callebaut, with some larger firms maintaining or lifting price targets while several bearish analysts are cutting estimates and turning more cautious on the shares.Narrative Update • Apr 18
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Rely On Volume Recovery Under New CEO Appointment
Analyst price targets for Barry Callebaut have been revised lower in recent research, with cuts of up to CHF 300 as analysts factor in softer volume trends, pressure on profit margins and a higher assumed P/E multiple in their updated models. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Barry Callebaut points to a more cautious tone, with several firms cutting price targets and shifting ratings lower as they reassess the company’s risk reward.Narrative Update • Apr 03
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And New Leadership Will Shape Future Upside
Analysts kept the fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut steady at CHF 1,930.00. Recent price target changes between roughly CHF 1,000 and CHF 1,600 highlight differing views on the impact of softer end markets, mixed volume trends and lower cocoa prices.Narrative Update • Mar 19
BARN: Falling Cocoa Costs And New Leadership Will Support Future Upside
The analyst fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut has been revised from CHF 1,887.81 to CHF 1,930.00 as analysts incorporate recent price target changes and mixed views on the outlook, including expectations around cocoa prices, volume trends and earnings pressures. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Barry Callebaut shows a split tape, with some bullish analysts pointing to improving drivers for the equity story while others flag ongoing execution and end market risks.Narrative Update • Mar 05
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Depend On Volume Recovery Under New CEO
Analysts have adjusted the Barry Callebaut price target to CHF 1,000, a CHF 0 change. This reflects mixed views, as some expect benefits from softer cocoa prices, while others point to softer volumes and earnings expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 18
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Rely On Challenging Margin Execution Under New CEO
Analysts have raised their price target for Barry Callebaut by CHF 82 to CHF 1,000, reflecting updated views that take into account softer revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins and a modest adjustment to the assumed P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Barry Callebaut show a mixed picture, with the latest price target increase to CHF 1,000 set against a backdrop of earlier downgrades and more cautious calls.Narrative Update • Feb 04
BARN: Future Outlook Will Balance Mixed Ratings With Digitalization Efforts
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut up from CHF 1,323.23 to CHF 1,365.60, reflecting updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue trends, profit margins, and a higher future P/E multiple informed by recent shifts in price targets and ratings across the Street. Analyst Commentary Street research on Barry Callebaut has been mixed, with both upward and downward revisions to targets and ratings feeding into a more nuanced picture for the stock.Narrative Update • Jan 21
BARN: AI Partnership And Higher P E Assumptions Will Support Future Upside
Analysts now place Barry Callebaut’s fair value nearer CHF 1,888, up from about CHF 1,637, reflecting updated assumptions for discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and a higher future P/E, even as recent Street targets range from CHF 1,000 to CHF 1,200. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research paints a mixed picture, but it also highlights areas where more optimistic voices see room for the shares to better align with higher valuation assumptions.Narrative Update • Jan 07
BARN: Future Multiple Expansion Will Depend On Challenging Margin Execution
We are nudging our fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut up from CHF 960 to CHF 1,000, reflecting analysts' higher price targets and updated expectations for discount rates, revenue trends, profit margins, and future P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary The latest Street research on Barry Callebaut reflects a mixed stance, with some major firms adjusting their targets while keeping a wait and see approach.Analysis Article • Dec 22
Barry Callebaut AG's (VTX:BARN) P/E Still Appears To Be Reasonable
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 37.5x Barry Callebaut AG ( VTX:BARN ) may be sending very bearish signals...Narrative Update • Dec 14
BARN: AI Partnership Will Drive Margins And Strengthen Long-Term Cash Generation
Narrative Update on Barry Callebaut Analysts have modestly raised their price target for Barry Callebaut to CHF 1,200 from CHF 1,100, reflecting more conservative long term revenue growth assumptions, offset by slightly higher margin expectations and a lower discount rate, while also acknowledging valuation constraints after the recent share rally. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Barry Callebaut reflects a more balanced but still constructive stance, with bullish analysts highlighting improving risk reward dynamics despite the strong share price performance year to date.Analysis Article • Dec 04
Shareholders May Be More Conservative With Barry Callebaut AG's (VTX:BARN) CEO Compensation For Now
Key Insights Barry Callebaut will host its Annual General Meeting on 10th of December CEO Peter Feld's total...Narrative Update • Nov 30
BARN: Future Outlook Will Balance Cautious Views With Digitalization Gains
The analyst price target for Barry Callebaut has increased modestly to CHF 1,323.23. Analysts attribute this change to revised valuation models and recent upward adjustments in target prices following ongoing research coverage.Analysis Article • Nov 17
Barry Callebaut (VTX:BARN) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of CHF29.00
The board of Barry Callebaut AG ( VTX:BARN ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 14th of January, with...Narrative Update • Nov 16
BARN: Lower Discount Rate And Margin Expansion Will Offset Revenue Challenges
The analyst price target for Barry Callebaut has increased from CHF 1,265.75 to CHF 1,309.50. This reflects analysts' expectations of improved profit margins and a lower discount rate, despite moderated revenue growth forecasts.Analysis Article • Nov 13
Barry Callebaut's (VTX:BARN) Conservative Accounting Might Explain Soft Earnings
Barry Callebaut AG's ( VTX:BARN ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price...Narrative Update • Nov 01
BARN: Recent Price Momentum Will Sustain Improved Confidence In Market Position
The analyst fair value price target for Barry Callebaut has been modestly increased from CHF 1,258.25 to CHF 1,265.75. Analysts are balancing recent target raises by several major firms with concerns about valuation following the stock's strong rally.Narrative Update • Oct 18
Future Farming Initiative And New Capacities Will Strengthen Supply Chains
The analyst consensus price target for Barry Callebaut has been raised significantly. Analysts highlight improved valuation and multiple recent price target upgrades to levels above CHF 1,100.Narrative Update • Oct 04
Future Farming Initiative And New Capacities Will Strengthen Supply Chains
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut by CHF 30 to CHF 1,258. They cite improved revenue growth and profit margin expectations, despite recent valuation concerns reflected in mixed price target updates.Narrative Update • Sep 19
Future Farming Initiative And New Capacities Will Strengthen Supply Chains
Despite some lingering concerns around valuation and near-term headwinds from more cautious analysts, a broad upward revision in price targets—driven by bullish views on improved fundamentals and stronger medium-term prospects—has lifted Barry Callebaut’s consensus analyst price target from CHF1186 to CHF1228. Analyst Commentary Recent share price rally has led some bearish analysts to flag valuation concerns, prompting downgrades or no change in targets despite prior Buy ratings.Narrative Update • Sep 04
Future Farming Initiative And New Capacities Will Strengthen Supply Chains
With both the discount rate and net profit margin remaining stable, analysts have left their fair value estimate for Barry Callebaut unchanged at CHF1186. Valuation Changes Summary of Valuation Changes for Barry Callebaut The Consensus Analyst Price Target remained effectively unchanged, at CHF1186.Analysis Article • Aug 26
Barry Callebaut AG's (VTX:BARN) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion
When close to half the companies in Switzerland have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 21x, you may consider...Analysis Article • Aug 08
Barry Callebaut (VTX:BARN) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Jul 21
Is Barry Callebaut AG (VTX:BARN) Trading At A 30% Discount?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Barry Callebaut fair value estimate is CHF1,440 Current share...
New Narrative • Nov 26
Revolutionary Transformation Sparks Growth And Expansion In The FMCG Sector
The Next Level program is expected to improve operational efficiencies and enhance margins through cost reductions.Shareholder Returns
| BARN | CH Food | CH Market | |
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| 7D | -6.0% | -1.8% | -0.6% |
| 1Y | 25.6% | 4.9% | 16.4% |
Return vs Industry: BARN exceeded the Swiss Food industry which returned 4.7% over the past year.
Return vs Market: BARN exceeded the Swiss Market which returned 16.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| BARN volatility | |
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| BARN Average Weekly Movement | 5.9% |
| Food Industry Average Movement | 3.5% |
| Market Average Movement | 4.1% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in CH Market | 7.4% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in CH Market | 2.1% |
Stable Share Price: BARN's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the Swiss market.
Volatility Over Time: BARN's weekly volatility (6%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of Swiss stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
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| 1996 | 13,100 | Hein M. Schumacher | www.barry-callebaut.com |
Barry Callebaut AG, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of chocolate and cocoa products in Western Europe, North America, Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, and internationally. It operates in two segments, Global Chocolate and Global Cocoa. It offers chocolates, chips and chunks, cocoa, cacao fruit, fillings, coatings, nuts, decorations and inclusions, and food colorants, as well as beverage products for vending machines.
Barry Callebaut AG Fundamentals Summary
| BARN fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | CHF 6.15b |
| Earnings (TTM) | CHF 243.19m |
| Revenue (TTM) | CHF 14.25b |
25.3x
P/E Ratio0.4x
P/S RatioIs BARN overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| BARN income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | CHF 14.25b |
| Cost of Revenue | CHF 12.81b |
| Gross Profit | CHF 1.45b |
| Other Expenses | CHF 1.20b |
| Earnings | CHF 243.19m |
Last Reported Earnings
Feb 28, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Nov 04, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 44.36 |
| Gross Margin | 10.16% |
| Net Profit Margin | 1.71% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 196.6% |
How did BARN perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.6%
Current Dividend Yield65%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/14 13:15 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/14 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/02/28 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/08/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Barry Callebaut AG is covered by 27 analysts. 13 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Volker Bosse | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| Andreas von Arx | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| Alexander Sloane | Barclays |