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Swiss (SMI) Industrials Sector Analysis

UpdatedDec 05, 2025
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies47
  • 7D1.6%
  • 3M-0.3%
  • 1Y1.7%
  • YTD5.0%

Over the last 7 days, the Industrials industry has remained flat. In line with that, the industry has also been flat over the past 12 months. As for the next few years, earnings are expected to grow by 11% per annum.

Sector Valuation and Performance

Has the Swiss Industrials Sector valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Fri, 05 Dec 2025CHF 282.8bCHF 153.6bCHF 10.0b25.3x28.2x1.8x
Sun, 02 Nov 2025CHF 282.9bCHF 153.5bCHF 10.1b21.7x28.1x1.8x
Tue, 30 Sep 2025CHF 276.2bCHF 153.3bCHF 10.0b21.4x27.7x1.8x
Thu, 28 Aug 2025CHF 274.9bCHF 153.1bCHF 9.9b22.8x27.7x1.8x
Sat, 26 Jul 2025CHF 277.7bCHF 152.9bCHF 10.0b21.8x27.8x1.8x
Mon, 23 Jun 2025CHF 254.4bCHF 149.5bCHF 9.8b21x25.9x1.7x
Wed, 21 May 2025CHF 261.7bCHF 149.7bCHF 9.8b20.9x26.6x1.7x
Fri, 18 Apr 2025CHF 229.8bCHF 148.4bCHF 9.8b18.3x23.5x1.5x
Sun, 16 Mar 2025CHF 260.5bCHF 152.1bCHF 10.0b21.2x26.1x1.7x
Tue, 11 Feb 2025CHF 257.9bCHF 151.4bCHF 10.1b21.4x25.6x1.7x
Thu, 09 Jan 2025CHF 254.9bCHF 151.1bCHF 10.1b21.2x25.3x1.7x
Sat, 07 Dec 2024CHF 260.8bCHF 149.7bCHF 9.9b21.2x26.3x1.7x
Mon, 04 Nov 2024CHF 255.7bCHF 150.0bCHF 9.9b20.8x25.8x1.7x
Wed, 02 Oct 2024CHF 262.8bCHF 147.8bCHF 9.7b22x27x1.8x
Fri, 30 Aug 2024CHF 263.5bCHF 147.8bCHF 9.7b21.6x27.1x1.8x
Sun, 28 Jul 2024CHF 264.2bCHF 149.9bCHF 9.9b20.6x26.7x1.8x
Tue, 25 Jun 2024CHF 262.8bCHF 151.1bCHF 10.0b20.2x26.3x1.7x
Thu, 23 May 2024CHF 261.7bCHF 152.8bCHF 10.1b20.5x26x1.7x
Sat, 20 Apr 2024CHF 246.7bCHF 153.6bCHF 10.3b19.4x23.9x1.6x
Mon, 18 Mar 2024CHF 251.5bCHF 156.3bCHF 10.6b20.3x23.8x1.6x
Wed, 14 Feb 2024CHF 239.1bCHF 161.4bCHF 10.8b18.5x22.1x1.5x
Fri, 12 Jan 2024CHF 221.4bCHF 153.2bCHF 10.3b17.7x21.5x1.4x
Sun, 10 Dec 2023CHF 216.1bCHF 154.4bCHF 10.4b17.5x20.8x1.4x
Tue, 07 Nov 2023CHF 196.0bCHF 155.6bCHF 10.5b16x18.7x1.3x
Thu, 05 Oct 2023CHF 204.2bCHF 160.3bCHF 10.3b15.9x19.7x1.3x
Sat, 02 Sep 2023CHF 209.5bCHF 159.0bCHF 10.2b17.9x20.5x1.3x
Mon, 31 Jul 2023CHF 218.4bCHF 158.6bCHF 10.2b17.8x21.5x1.4x
Wed, 28 Jun 2023CHF 228.3bCHF 169.2bCHF 10.5b19.1x21.8x1.3x
Fri, 26 May 2023CHF 225.1bCHF 169.2bCHF 10.5b18.8x21.5x1.3x
Sun, 23 Apr 2023CHF 227.0bCHF 171.1bCHF 10.4b19.9x21.8x1.3x
Tue, 21 Mar 2023CHF 221.0bCHF 171.1bCHF 10.2b23.1x21.6x1.3x
Thu, 16 Feb 2023CHF 226.8bCHF 172.0bCHF 10.5b22.8x21.5x1.3x
Sat, 14 Jan 2023CHF 220.4bCHF 172.0bCHF 12.1b19.5x18.2x1.3x
Mon, 12 Dec 2022CHF 208.4bCHF 171.5bCHF 12.0b19.5x17.3x1.2x
Price to Earnings Ratio

17.3x


Total Market Cap: CHF 208.4bTotal Earnings: CHF 12.0bTotal Revenue: CHF 171.5bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
Swiss Industrials Sector Price to Earnings3Y Average 23.9x202320242025
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are optimistic on the Swiss Industrials industry, and appear confident in long term growth rates.
  • The industry is trading at a PE ratio of 28.2x which is higher than its 3-year average PE of 23.9x.
  • The 3-year average PS ratio of 1.6x is lower than the industry's current PS ratio of 1.8x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • The earnings for companies in the Industrials industry have declined 5.9% per year over the last three years,
  • Revenues have also declined 3.6% per year.
  • This means overall sales from these companies are declining and profits are subsequently falling as well.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the Swiss Industrials sector?

CH Market0.52%
Industrials1.61%
Transportation3.45%
Aerospace & Defense3.25%
Machinery2.99%
Electrical1.90%
Trade Distributors0.96%
Marine and Shipping0.90%
Professional Services0.84%
Construction0.51%
Commercial Services0.44%
Airlines0%0
Infrastructure-0.17%
Building-0.82%
Industry PE
  • Investors are most optimistic about the Aerospace & Defense industry which is trading above its 3-year average PE ratio.
    • Analysts are expecting annual earnings growth of 38.9% and investors are willing to pay a premium for that growth.
  • Investors are most pessimistic about the Commercial Services industry, which is trading below its 3-year average of 16.2x.
Forecasted Growth
  • Analysts are most optimistic on the Aerospace & Defense industry, expecting annual earnings growth of 39% over the next 5 years.
  • In contrast, the Commercial Services industry is expected to see its earnings growth to stay flat over the next few years.

Top Stock Gainers and Losers

Which companies have driven the market over the last 7 days?

CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
ABBN ABBCHF 58.322.1%
+CHF 2.2b		12.0%PE29.7x
VACN VAT GroupCHF 401.5014.3%
+CHF 1.5b		16.0%PE53.9x
SCHN Schindler HoldingCHF 274.001.1%
+CHF 322.2m		7.0%PE29.5x
KNIN Kuehne + Nagel InternationalCHF 162.600.9%
+CHF 172.2m		-23.3%PE18.9x
SFSN SFS GroupCHF 106.203.9%
+CHF 155.5m		-17.9%PE17.5x

Latest News

VACN
CHF 401.50
VAT Group
7D
14.3%
1Y
16.0%

VACN: Share Price Will Reflect Recovery As Semiconductor Spending Cycles Normalize

We raise our fair value estimate for VAT Group to CHF 368.20 from CHF 351.80, as analysts highlight improving long term growth and margin prospects, reflected in a series of upwardly revised price targets despite some near term target trims. Analyst Commentary Street research on VAT Group has become more constructive overall, with bullish analysts pointing to an improving multi year growth profile and better margin execution, while more cautious voices focus on valuation and near term order visibility.
DAE
CHF 155.40
Dätwyler Holding
7D
-1.0%
1Y
12.4%

DAE: Outlook Will Balance Faster Revenue Outlook With Modestly Higher Profit Margins

Analysts have raised their price target for Dätwyler Holding from CHF 144.25 to CHF 158.00, reflecting increased confidence in faster revenue growth, slightly higher profit margins, and a modestly richer future earnings multiple. Valuation Changes The Fair Value Estimate has risen moderately from CHF 144.25 to CHF 158.00, suggesting a higher intrinsic value assessment for Dätwyler Holding.
BCHN
CHF 524.00
Burckhardt Compression Holding
7D
-2.1%
1Y
-20.7%

BCHN: Future Earnings Visibility Will Support Long-Term Revenue Stability

Analysts have modestly raised their price target on Burckhardt Compression Holding to CHF 696.40 from CHF 696.40, reflecting updated model assumptions that fine tune discount rate and long term earnings expectations without altering their overall fair value view. Analyst Commentary Analyst sentiment around Burckhardt Compression Holding remains balanced, with recent model refinements fine tuning assumptions rather than shifting the overall investment stance.
ABBN
CHF 58.32
ABB
7D
2.1%
1Y
12.0%
KNIN
CHF 162.60
Kuehne + Nagel International
7D
0.9%
1Y
-23.3%

KNIN: Cost Initiatives And Cautious Recovery Will Influence Share Momentum

Kuehne + Nagel International's analyst price target was revised downward to CHF 158.94, reflecting analysts' cautious outlook on margin recovery and recent estimate downgrades. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Kuehne & Nagel International highlights a mix of optimism and caution among industry analysts.
SFSN
CHF 106.20
SFS Group
7D
3.9%
1Y
-17.9%

SFS Group AG's (VTX:SFSN) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 73% Above Its Share Price

Nov 29
SFS Group AG's (VTX:SFSN) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 73% Above Its Share Price
BEAN
CHF 776.50
BELIMO Holding
7D
-1.6%
1Y
30.4%

BEAN: Cost Pressures And Gross Margins Will Influence Performance Amid Steady Demand

Analysts have revised BELIMO Holding's target price downward; the Street consensus has shifted from CHF 1,052 to CHF 989, citing continued pressure on material costs and industry profit margins, even with stable demand trends. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst reports on BELIMO Holding offer a range of perspectives regarding the company's prospects amid shifting industry conditions.
SCHN
CHF 274.00
Schindler Holding
7D
1.1%
1Y
7.0%

SCHN: Asian Market Agreement And Sector Pressures Will Shape Future Outlook

Analysts have slightly adjusted their price targets for Schindler Holding, with recent estimates ranging from CHF 287 to CHF 296. This reflects mixed views driven by both firm-specific and broader sector considerations.
SUN
CHF 142.40
Sulzer
7D
3.0%
1Y
3.8%

SUN: Long-Term Value Will Prevail Despite Softer Industrial Demand

Analysts have lowered their price target for Sulzer from CHF 189 to CHF 173, citing softer industrial and oil and gas demand due to ongoing tariff uncertainties and global conflicts. Analyst Commentary Analysts have shared their perspectives on Sulzer in light of the revised price target.
FORN
CHF 802.00
Forbo Holding
7D
10.5%
1Y
4.3%

Forbo Holding (VTX:FORN) May Have Issues Allocating Its Capital

Nov 27
Forbo Holding (VTX:FORN) May Have Issues Allocating Its Capital
ADEN
CHF 22.64
Adecco Group
7D
2.5%
1Y
-3.7%

ADEN: Improving Temp Volumes And Ratings Upgrades Will Influence Medium-Term Prospects

Adecco Group's analyst price target saw a modest increase from €26.89 to €26.96, as analysts note improving industry volumes and a reassessment of outlook among European staffing firms. Analyst Commentary Recent upgrades in Adecco Group’s analyst coverage reflect a changing sentiment within the staffing sector.
SRAIL
CHF 19.42
Stadler Rail
7D
-3.0%
1Y
-0.3%

Stadler Rail (VTX:SRAIL) Has Some Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively

Nov 26
Stadler Rail (VTX:SRAIL) Has Some Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively
ACLN
CHF 63.20
Accelleron Industries
7D
-0.8%
1Y
26.1%

ACLN: Shares Will Reflect Confidence As Earnings Guidance Remains Unchanged For 2025

Analysts have slightly reduced their fair value target for Accelleron Industries, lowering it to CHF 68.66 from CHF 68.68. They cite marginal improvements in revenue growth and profit margin as supporting factors.
GEBN
CHF 618.80
Geberit
7D
-1.5%
1Y
13.5%

GEBN: Profit Margin Expansion Will Face Persistent Obstacles Despite Upward Momentum

Geberit’s analyst fair value target has increased modestly from CHF 560.75 to CHF 566.88. This reflects analysts' updated expectations for steady revenue growth and improved profit margins, following recent price target hikes from major investment banks.
GF
CHF 52.70
Georg Fischer
7D
-0.6%
1Y
-24.9%

GF: Recent Coverage Shift Will Support Recovery Amid End Market Uncertainty

Georg Fischer's fair value estimate has been reduced from CHF 79.40 to CHF 72.80. Analysts point to increased end market risks and more cautious outlooks on revenue growth and price targets.
BOSN
CHF 155.20
Bossard Holding
7D
-1.0%
1Y
-20.7%