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Deutsche Telekom (XTRA:DTE) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of €32.4b, basic EPS of €0.36 and net income of €1.7b. This sets the tone for how investors interpret a year that also saw trailing 12 month EPS of €1.97 on net income of €9.6b from revenue of €121.8b. Over recent quarters the company has reported revenue of €30.4b in Q1 2025, €29.3b in Q2 and €29.6b in Q3, with EPS moving from €0.58 to €0.54 and €0.50 over the same period. This puts the latest €32.4b top line and...

Zalando has already launched a pre-owned kids’ fashion service across 14 European markets, using a customer-to-business-to-customer model that handles shipping, free returns and quality checks for like-new children’s items. This move extends Zalando’s circular fashion offering beyond adult clothing and sharpens its focus on serving demand for more sustainable apparel choices. Next, we will examine how expanding into pre-owned kids’ fashion could influence Zalando’s investment narrative...

Allianz SE recently reported record 2025 results, including operating profit of €17.40 billion and net profit attributable to shareholders of €10.80 billion, and its Board of Management proposed lifting the 2025 dividend per share to €17.10 from €15.40 while also launching a new share buyback program of up to €2.50 billion to be completed by December 31, 2026. Together with new 2026 operating profit guidance of €17.40 billion, plus or minus €1.00 billion, these measures highlight Allianz’s...

Recent reports that Deutsche Bank (XTRA:DBK) is integrating Ripple's blockchain technology into cross border payments, foreign exchange workflows, and digital asset custody give investors a fresh angle on the bank's digital transformation story. See our latest analysis for Deutsche Bank. The reported Ripple integration comes as Deutsche Bank's share price, now at €31.04, shows mixed momentum, with a 1-day share price return of 1.44% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 55.63% following...

If you are wondering whether Fresenius SE KGaA is still reasonably priced after its recent run, you are not alone. This article is here to help you make sense of the current valuation. The share price recently closed at €51.32, with returns of 3.6% over the past 30 days, 7.5% year to date, and 37.5% over the last year. Over the last 7 days the share price declined 1.5%, while the last 3 and 5 years sit at 117.8% and 58.3% respectively. Recent news coverage around Fresenius has largely...

Recent commentary around growing AI related capital expenditure has put fresh attention on AIXTRON (XTRA:AIXA), as investors look ahead to the company’s 26 February 2026 earnings update for clues on demand sustainability. See our latest analysis for AIXTRON. The share price has picked up momentum recently, with a 21.81% 1 month share price return and 42.59% 3 month share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 123.63% contrasts with a 3 year total shareholder return that...

If you are wondering whether Deutsche Telekom's current share price really reflects its underlying value, this article walks through the numbers in a straightforward way. The stock closed at €32.91, with returns of 0.9% over 7 days, 21.9% over 30 days, 18.3% year to date, a 1.6% decline over 1 year, 70.6% over 3 years and 159.5% over 5 years. This gives plenty of context for thinking about what you are paying today. Recent news flow has focused on Deutsche Telekom's position as a major...

If you are wondering whether E.ON is fairly priced or if the market is getting ahead of itself, this article will walk you through what the current share price might actually represent. E.ON's share price recently closed at €19.77, with returns of 6.3% over 7 days, 12.1% over 30 days, 20.1% year to date and 66.8% over 1 year, as well as 119.6% over 3 years and 193.2% over 5 years, which many investors will want to put into context. Recent coverage around E.ON has focused on its position as a...

Covestro (XTRA:1COV) has closed FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of €2.9b and a basic EPS loss of €1.95, while trailing twelve month EPS sits at a loss of €3.39 on revenue of €12.9b and net income excluding extra items of €644m in losses. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from €3.5b in Q1 2025 to €2.9b in Q4 2025, with basic EPS shifting from a €0.85 loss in Q1 to a €1.95 loss in Q4, against a backdrop of trailing twelve month losses that have widened over the past...

Zalando (XTRA:ZAL) has broadened its pre-owned fashion offering with a customer-to-business-to-customer service for children’s clothing across 14 European markets, tapping into demand for second-hand and more sustainable apparel options. See our latest analysis for Zalando. The new pre-owned kids service lands at a time when Zalando’s share price has come under pressure, with a 30 day share price return of 14.21% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of 41.51% decline suggesting...

Deutsche Lufthansa has recently faced sharp trading swings as investors reacted to concerns about margin pressure, elevated leverage, and sector weakness ahead of its 6 March 2026 earnings announcement. This volatility underlines how closely the market is watching Lufthansa’s ability to manage costs and restore profitability amid a still-challenging aviation backdrop. Against this backdrop of heightened earnings uncertainty, we’ll examine how margin pressure risk could reshape Lufthansa’s...

If you are wondering whether BASF at €49.66 still offers value or if most of the upside is already reflected in the price, you are in the right place. The stock has recently posted returns of 2.0% over 7 days, 7.7% over 30 days, 10.9% year to date and 7.3% over 1 year, with a 24.8% return over 3 years and a 4.5% decline over 5 years, which can change how investors think about both growth potential and risk. Recent news around BASF has focused on broader coverage of the company and its...

In February 2026, Siemens Energy and key shareholders, including Deka Investment, reiterated support for restructuring the loss-making Siemens Gamesa wind division rather than pursuing an immediate break-up or divestment that could crystallize a sale below perceived value. This shareholder backing aligns with growing interest in Siemens Energy’s role in green hydrogen and electrolyzers, underscoring how investors are weighing near-term wind losses against longer-term energy transition...

If you are trying to figure out whether Bayer's share price still offers value after a strong run, this article will walk through what the current market price might be baking in. The stock closed at €41.68, with recent returns ranging from an 8.5% decline over the last 7 days and a 10.8% decline over the last month, to a 9.7% gain year to date and an 84.1% return over the past year, set against longer term 3 year and 5 year returns of 22.9% and 9.4% declines respectively. Recent headlines...

Bond offering and trading interest around Vonovia stock Vonovia (XTRA:VNA) has come into focus after completing a ¥9.9488b fixed income offering of 2.94% unsubordinated, unsecured Eurobonds due February 18, 2036, while the stock sees elevated trading activity. See our latest analysis for Vonovia. At a share price of €28.19, Vonovia has seen a 17.36% 1 month share price return and a 17.17% year to date share price return. Its 1 year total shareholder return is slightly negative, while the 3...

Wondering whether Daimler Truck Holding's share price still offers value, or if the opportunity has already passed you by? This article walks through that question step by step. The stock recently closed at €42.19, with returns of 3.4% over 30 days, 12.5% year to date, 4.6% over 1 year and 60.1% over 3 years. These figures can change how investors think about both upside and risk. Recent news flow around Daimler Truck Holding has focused on its position in the global commercial vehicle...

Why Verbio’s latest earnings matter for investors Verbio (XTRA:VBK) has just reported second quarter and half year results that show a return to profit in the quarter and higher sales, paired with updated production figures across biodiesel, bioethanol and biomethane. The company posted second quarter sales of €456.52 million with net income of €3.38 million, alongside bioethanol and biomethane volumes for the first half that were above the prior year, while biodiesel production was...

Fresenius Medical Care has launched its largest ever US product rollout with the 5008X hemodiafiltration machine. The company is planning a broad transition of US patients to the new system, alongside a sharp improvement in profitability. Management is framing 2026 as a transition year, with ongoing investments and adjustments to industry changes. For investors following Fresenius SE KGaA (XTRA:FRE), the 5008X launch comes at a time when the stock trades around €51.1 and has delivered a...

Siemens Energy and 6K Additive have entered a long term supply agreement to upcycle spent nickel alloy powder into additive manufacturing feedstock. The deal focuses on repurposing nickel alloy waste from Siemens Energy into high quality material for industrial 3D printing. The partnership aims to improve material efficiency and support circular use of critical metals in energy and manufacturing applications. For investors watching XTRA:ENR, this agreement adds a fresh angle to the story...

What triggered the sudden move in Gerresheimer (XTRA:GXI)? Gerresheimer (XTRA:GXI) drew attention after a pre market move of more than 70% on low trading volume, just days ahead of its scheduled earnings release on 26 February 2026. See our latest analysis for Gerresheimer. That sharp pre market swing sits against a weak backdrop, with a 30 day share price return of 31.6% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return of 77.3% decline, suggesting momentum has been fading and market risk...

RWE has recently placed a firm order with Vestas for 92 V236-15.0 MW turbines for the 1,380 MW Norfolk Vanguard West offshore wind project in the UK, following its successful award of a Contract for Difference in Allocation Round 7 and targeting final investment decision in summer 2026 with commissioning in 2029. This contract, alongside KKR acquiring a 50% stake in the Norfolk Vanguard projects, underscores how RWE is advancing capital-light partnerships to expand its offshore wind...

Why HOCHTIEF’s latest earnings and dividend move matter for shareholders HOCHTIEF (XTRA:HOT) has caught investor attention after reporting 2025 results with higher sales and net income, announcing a 26% dividend increase to €6.60 per share, and issuing upgraded operational net profit guidance for 2026. The company reported 2025 sales of €38,236.46m compared with €33,301.27m a year earlier, while net income reached €902.33m versus €775.63m. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations...

MTU Aero Engines (XTRA:MTX) reported record results for 2025, according to its latest update. The company announced a substantial dividend increase for shareholders. Management issued an optimistic 2026 outlook, pointing to strong demand and progress in its GTF program. MTU also highlighted ongoing expansion in its maintenance capabilities as part of its growth plans. MTU Aero Engines, listed as XTRA:MTX, is a key supplier in civil aerospace with a focus on engine programs such as the GTF...

If you are wondering whether Carl Zeiss Meditec is starting to look like value after a tough run, this article will walk you through what the current share price might be implying. The stock has faced heavy pressure, with returns of a 1.7% decline over 7 days, a 6.4% decline over 30 days, a 33.0% decline year to date and a 52.4% decline over 1 year, plus a 78.4% decline over 3 years and 77.8% over 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on the company as a key player in medical technology and...