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German (DAX) Auto Components Industry Analysis

UpdatedMar 12, 2026
DataAggregated Company Financials
Companies13
  • 7D-4.1%
  • 3M-4.2%
  • 1Y2.0%
  • YTD-9.0%

Over the last 7 days, the Auto Components industry has dropped 4.1%, driven by declines in Continental and Schaeffler of 4.3% and 6.9%, respectively. On the other hand ElringKlinger is actually up 7.2%. Over the last year, the industry has been flat overall. Looking forward, earnings are forecast to grow by 47% annually.

Industry Valuation and Performance

Has the German Auto Components Industry valuation changed over the past few years?

DateMarket CapRevenueEarningsPEAbsolute PEPS
Thu, 12 Mar 2026€33.7b€77.7b-€910,702,000.006.6x-37x0.4x
Sat, 07 Feb 2026€39.0b€97.7b-€1,373,729,000.007.1x-28.4x0.4x
Mon, 05 Jan 2026€37.0b€97.7b-€1,375,195,000.008x-26.9x0.4x
Wed, 03 Dec 2025€33.8b€97.7b-€1,375,195,000.007.7x-24.6x0.3x
Fri, 31 Oct 2025€33.9b€96.4b€271.0m12.3x125.3x0.4x
Sun, 28 Sep 2025€30.9b€77.1b€251.0m10.4x123.3x0.4x
Tue, 26 Aug 2025€31.6b€77.2b€263.6m13.9x120.1x0.4x
Thu, 24 Jul 2025€31.4b€75.8b€540.5m13.1x58.2x0.4x
Sat, 21 Jun 2025€29.6b€75.8b€540.5m12.8x54.7x0.4x
Mon, 19 May 2025€30.1b€75.8b€541.3m12.8x55.5x0.4x
Wed, 16 Apr 2025€27.8b€74.1b€764.0m11x36.4x0.4x
Fri, 14 Mar 2025€29.2b€74.5b€896.7m10.7x32.5x0.4x
Sun, 09 Feb 2025€29.2b€72.9b€1.5b9.4x19.1x0.4x
Tue, 07 Jan 2025€28.8b€72.9b€1.5b9.1x18.9x0.4x
Thu, 05 Dec 2024€28.1b€72.9b€1.5b9.3x18.4x0.4x
Sat, 02 Nov 2024€27.1b€73.6b€1.6b10x16.5x0.4x
Mon, 30 Sep 2024€28.8b€82.1b€1.7b9.4x17.3x0.4x
Wed, 28 Aug 2024€29.2b€82.1b€1.7b9.1x17.5x0.4x
Fri, 26 Jul 2024€28.5b€83.0b€1.6b8.6x17.5x0.3x
Sun, 23 Jun 2024€28.4b€83.0b€1.6b9.1x18.3x0.3x
Tue, 21 May 2024€30.9b€83.0b€1.6b9.7x19.7x0.4x
Thu, 18 Apr 2024€30.3b€83.9b€1.8b10.8x16.6x0.4x
Sat, 16 Mar 2024€31.6b€83.3b€2.1b11.3x15.2x0.4x
Mon, 12 Feb 2024€35.7b€83.2b€2.4b10x15.1x0.4x
Wed, 10 Jan 2024€34.1b€83.2b€2.4b9.8x14.4x0.4x
Fri, 08 Dec 2023€33.6b€83.2b€2.4b9.3x14.2x0.4x
Sun, 05 Nov 2023€30.5b€83.5b€1.9b9.8x16.2x0.4x
Tue, 03 Oct 2023€30.2b€83.5b€1.9b9.2x16x0.4x
Thu, 31 Aug 2023€30.2b€83.5b€1.9b9x16x0.4x
Sat, 29 Jul 2023€32.6b€81.7b€1.3b9.3x24.3x0.4x
Mon, 26 Jun 2023€31.0b€81.7b€1.3b8.5x23.1x0.4x
Wed, 24 May 2023€31.1b€86.5b€1.3b9.7x24x0.4x
Fri, 21 Apr 2023€32.4b€85.0b€1.1b9.2x28.2x0.4x
Sun, 19 Mar 2023€30.9b€83.9b€793.0m10.8x38.9x0.4x
Price to Earnings Ratio

38.9x


Total Market Cap: €30.9bTotal Earnings: €793.0mTotal Revenue: €83.9bTotal Market Cap vs Earnings and Revenue0%0%0%
German Auto Components Industry Price to Earnings3Y Average 27.1x202420252026
Current Industry PE
  • Investors are optimistic on the German Auto Components industry, and appear confident in long term growth rates.
  • The industry is trading close to its 3-year average PS ratio of 0.38x.
Past Earnings Growth
  • Total earnings for the Auto Components industry have declined over the last three years, with the industry now making a loss overall.
  • Revenues have also declined 2.5% per year, which is driving profits down.

Industry Trends

Which industries have driven the changes within the German Consumer Discretionary industry?

DE Market-2.45%
Consumer Discretionary-2.63%
Auto Components-4.10%
Tires and Rubber0%0
Auto Parts and Equipment-3.95%
Industry PE
    Forecasted Growth
    • Analysts are most optimistic on the Auto Parts and Equipment industry, expecting annual earnings growth of 52% over the next 5 years.
    • This is better than its past earnings decline of 19% per year.
    • In contrast, the Auto Parts and Equipment industry is expected to see its earnings grow by 52% per year over the next few years.

    Top Stock Gainers and Losers

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

    CompanyLast Price7D1YValuation
    		ZIL2 ElringKlinger€4.527.2%
    +€19.3m    		2.1%PS0.2x
    		NVM Novem Group€2.852.5%
    +€3.0m    		-32.1%PE6.2x
    		ED4 EDAG Engineering Group€3.861.6%
    +€1.5m    		-43.6%PS0.1x
    		GMM Grammer€6.851.5%
    +€1.5m    		-6.8%PE6.1x

    Latest News

    SFQ
    €17.96
    SAF-Holland
    7D
    -1.8%
    1Y
    4.4%

    SFQ: Steady Assumptions And Higher Return Will Support Future Upside

    Analysts have maintained their €26.0 price target for SAF-Holland, citing relatively steady assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the basis for their view. Valuation Changes Fair Value: €26.0 per share target is unchanged, indicating no adjustment to the headline valuation level.
    NVM
    €2.85
    Novem Group
    7D
    2.5%
    1Y
    -32.1%

    NVM: Stable Assumptions And Revenue Outlook Will Shape A Measured View

    Analysts have trimmed their price target on Novem Group to €2.90, supported by updated views on slightly higher long term revenue growth, a marginally stronger profit margin profile, and a modestly lower future P/E assumption. Valuation Changes Fair Value: €2.90 remains unchanged, indicating no adjustment to the overall valuation anchor.
    CON
    €64.06
    Continental
    7D
    -4.3%
    1Y
    -7.6%

    CON: Pure Play Tire Shift And Cost Actions Will Support Mid Seventies Re Rating

    Continental's updated analyst price target edges higher, with recent moves to €70 to €75. This shift is supported by analysts citing revised revenue and margin assumptions, along with a move toward a higher future P/E multiple.
    SHA0
    €7.64
    Schaeffler
    7D
    -6.9%
    1Y
    84.7%

    SHA0: Humanoid Robotics Partnership Will Drive Future Multiple Reassessment

    The analyst price target for Schaeffler has moved to €11.00 from €7.50, as analysts balance recent target changes and rating shifts with updated views on fair value, discount rate assumptions, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Schaeffler reflects a mix of constructive and cautious views, with bullish analysts focusing on where the current share price sits relative to their fair value estimates and P/E assumptions.
    PGN
    €1.84
    paragon GmbH KGaA
    7D
    -10.2%
    1Y
    -5.2%
    HLE
    €75.40
    HELLA GmbH KGaA
    7D
    -3.1%
    1Y
    -15.4%

    HLE: Higher Future P/E And Modest Margins Will Limit Upside

    Analysts have kept their €65 price target on HELLA GmbH KGaA unchanged, citing offsetting updates to revenue growth expectations, profit margin assumptions and the future P/E multiple in their refreshed model. What's in the News HELLA GmbH & Co. KGaA issued earnings guidance for the year ending December 31, 2026, giving investors a clearer reference point for medium term expectations.
    HGEA
    €1.12
    hGears
    7D
    -3.4%
    1Y
    -45.6%
    ED4
    €3.86
    EDAG Engineering Group
    7D
    1.6%
    1Y
    -43.6%
    AMV0
    €37.38
    Aumovio
    7D
    -1.7%
    1Y
    n/a
    PWO
    €24.40
    PWO
    7D
    -3.2%
    1Y
    -18.1%
    ZIL2
    €4.52
    ElringKlinger
    7D
    7.2%
    1Y
    2.1%
    GMM
    €6.85
    Grammer
    7D
    1.5%
    1Y
    -6.8%

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