K+S Past Earnings Performance
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K+S's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -39.8%, while the Chemicals industry saw earnings declining at 4.4% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.3% per year.
Key information
-39.76%
Earnings growth rate
-40.58%
EPS growth rate
| Chemicals Industry Growth | 12.41% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.27% |
| Return on equity | -27.81% |
| Net Margin | -35.21% |
| Next Earnings Update | 12 Aug 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 18
SDF: Higher Discount Rate And Weaker Revenues Will Pressure Future Margins
The analyst price target for K+S has shifted from €10.00 to €10.50, reflecting recent upward revisions from multiple banks as analysts factor in updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research on K+S reflects a mixed but increasingly cautious tone, even as several banks adjust their price targets.
Narrative Update • Jun 03
SDF: Mixed Rating Shifts And Potash Demand Risk Will Keep Shares Rangebound
The analyst price target for K+S increases to €15.61 from €14.64 as analysts factor in a series of recent Street target increases alongside adjustments to revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on K+S reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets and at least one shifting its rating lower despite a higher target.
Narrative Update • May 20
SDF: Lower Discount Rate And Firmer Margins Will Support Re Rating Potential
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for K+S from €25.63 to €26.53, citing a series of recent price target increases across the Street and updated assumptions, including a slightly lower discount rate, a reduced revenue growth outlook, higher profit margin expectations, and a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around K+S reflects a mix of views, but the fair value increase lines up with a cluster of constructive actions from several bullish analysts alongside selective caution from others.Analysis Article • May 14
K+S Aktiengesellschaft Reported A Surprise Loss, And Analysts Have Updated Their Forecasts
The first-quarter results for K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) were released last week, making it a good time to...Narrative Update • May 05
SDF: Earlier Potash Downturn Will Pressure Margins Despite Recent Rating Shifts
Analysts have raised their average price target for K+S by €0.50 to €10.00, citing a series of recent target increases from major banks and updated assumptions on fair value, discount rates and profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a mixed picture around K+S, with several firms adjusting price targets and at least one issuing a downgrade alongside a higher target.Narrative Update • Apr 20
SDF: Weaker Potash Demand Cycle Will Drive Margins And Earnings Downside
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for K+S from €8.00 to €9.50, reflecting recent increases in Street price targets from Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank and JPMorgan, even as some continue to highlight risks to potash demand and margins. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates present a mixed picture for K+S.Narrative Update • Apr 05
SDF: Potash Cycle Pullback Risk Will Keep Shares Rangebound
The updated analyst price target for K+S edges higher to €14.64 from €14.56, as analysts factor in recent target increases from several banks, while moderating assumptions on revenue growth and profit margins, and applying a slightly lower discount rate alongside a higher future P/E of 20.31x. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K+S shows a mix of optimism around valuation upside and caution around industry risks, resulting in modest price target adjustments rather than wholesale shifts in stance.Narrative Update • Mar 22
SDF: Potash Cycle Risks And Dividend Payout Suggest Shares Will Remain Rangebound
The analyst price target for K+S has shifted from €13.95 to about €14.56, with analysts pointing to updated assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E. These revisions are informed in part by recent Street research that includes a higher €14.50 target alongside a downgrade to Underperform.Narrative Update • Mar 08
SDF: Lower Discount Rate And Firmer Margins Will Support Re Rating
Analysts have nudged their price target on K+S higher by €1.10, citing slightly adjusted assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E that together support a modestly stronger valuation case. Analyst Commentary Recent research points to a slightly stronger valuation stance on K+S, with the €1.10 uplift in the price target linked to refreshed views on discount rate assumptions, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E levels.Narrative Update • Feb 22
SDF: Higher Margins And Refined P/E Framework Will Recast This Opportunity
Analysts have lifted their price target on K+S by €1.10, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue, profit margins and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts point to the refreshed €1.10 higher price target as a sign that updated models are more aligned with current assumptions on discount rates, revenue, profit margins and future P/E expectations.Narrative Update • Feb 08
SDF: Mixed Ratings Suggest Shares Will Likely Trade Within A Cautious Range
The analyst fair value estimate for K+S has increased to €13.95 from €12.61. Analysts attribute this change to updated assumptions for discount rates, revenue growth, margins, and a higher future P/E multiple, as reflected in recent mixed price target changes from major banks.Narrative Update • Jan 24
SDF: Higher Forward P/E Assumptions Will Recast This Underappreciated Opportunity
The analyst price target for K+S has moved from about €20.00 to roughly €25.60 per share. Analysts point to updated fair value estimates and revised assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E multiples as key drivers behind this change.Analysis Article • Jan 13
Does K+S (ETR:SDF) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Narrative Update • Jan 10
SDF: Lower Forward P E Assumptions Will Drive Further Downside Risk
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on K+S, with recent revisions such as €13 to €12.70 and €11 to €10. This reflects updated views on revenue growth, margins and future P/E assumptions.Narrative Update • Dec 26
SDF: Persistent Price Cuts Will Signal Further Downside Risk Ahead
The analyst price target for K+S has been revised modestly lower, to a range of about EUR 10 to EUR 12.70, as analysts factor in softer near term growth expectations, alongside improved margin assumptions and a lower anticipated future price to earnings multiple. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have highlighted that the latest price target reductions reflect a more cautious stance on K+S, with limited upside seen from current trading levels.Analysis Article • Dec 15
Getting In Cheap On K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) Might Be Difficult
With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 0.6x in the Chemicals industry in Germany, you could be...Narrative Update • Dec 12
SDF: Persistent Price Target Cuts Will Signal Further Downside Risk Ahead
The analyst price target for K+S has been trimmed from roughly EUR 8.50 to EUR 8.00 as analysts factor in softer revenue growth expectations, despite slightly better margin forecasts and a lower future P E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on K+S reflects a broadly cautious stance, with multiple bearish analysts trimming their price targets as they reassess the company outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 27
SDF: Shares Will Likely See Limited Upside Amid Ongoing Market Uncertainty
The consensus analyst price target for K+S has been lowered slightly, from approximately €12.72 to €12.61. This change reflects analysts' expectations for slower revenue growth and increased caution on the stock’s future outlook.Narrative Update • Nov 13
SDF: Shares Will Likely Remain Rangebound Amid Market Caution And Modest Outlook
Analysts have reduced their price target for K+S, lowering the fair value estimate from EUR 13.66 to EUR 12.72. This adjustment reflects more cautious projections based on updated revenue growth and profit margin expectations.Narrative Update • Sep 23
Global Demand Will Transform The Potash Fertilizer Sector
K+S’s consensus price target was revised down to €13.66 as analysts cite fading momentum, weaker industry demand, and lower earnings forecasts, partially offset by improved operational efficiency. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts cite fading positive momentum and recommend profit-taking after recent gains.Analysis Article • Sep 09
Does K+S (ETR:SDF) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Aug 27
Global Demand Will Transform The Potash Fertilizer Sector
K+S’s consensus price target has been revised down from €14.53 to €13.99 amid divergent analyst sentiment reflecting improved potash market fundamentals on one hand and concerns over limited upside, fading momentum, and fertilizer demand volatility on the other. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have increased price targets due to improved potash market fundamentals and expectations of higher realized prices.Analysis Article • May 16
Earnings Update: K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) Just Reported Its First-Quarter Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Forecasts
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) last week reported its latest first-quarter results, which makes it a good time for...Analysis Article • May 08
We Discuss Why K+S Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:SDF) CEO Compensation May Be Closely Reviewed
Key Insights K+S' Annual General Meeting to take place on 14th of May CEO Burkhard Lohr's total compensation includes...Analysis Article • May 04
K+S Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:SDF) 25% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...Analysis Article • Apr 05
K+S' (ETR:SDF) Dividend Is Being Reduced To €0.15
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) has announced that on 19th of May, it will be paying a dividend of€0.15, which a...Analysis Article • Jan 31
Revenues Not Telling The Story For K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) After Shares Rise 29%
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
New Narrative • Jan 22
Werra 2060 Project Will Cut Emissions And Extend Operations By 10 Years
Increasing production at Bethune and demands for potash are expected to boost revenues and improve cash cost efficiencies.Analysis Article • Jan 08
Here's Why K+S (ETR:SDF) Has A Meaningful Debt Burden
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Dec 18
Should You Think About Buying K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) Now?
While K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a double-digit share...Analysis Article • Nov 17
The K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) Third-Quarter Results Are Out And Analysts Have Published New Forecasts
A week ago, K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) came out with a strong set of quarterly numbers that could potentially...Analysis Article • Aug 21
We Think You Can Look Beyond K+S' (ETR:SDF) Lackluster Earnings
The market for K+S Aktiengesellschaft's ( ETR:SDF ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings recently. We...Analysis Article • Aug 17
Analysts Are Updating Their K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) Estimates After Its Half-Year Results
Shareholders might have noticed that K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ) filed its interim result this time last week...Analysis Article • Apr 27
K+S Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:SDF) Shareholders Might Be Looking For Exit
There wouldn't be many who think K+S Aktiengesellschaft's ( ETR:SDF ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.6x is worth...Analysis Article • Apr 05
Is There Now An Opportunity In K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF)?
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a significant share price rise of 21% in...Analysis Article • Mar 04
These 4 Measures Indicate That K+S (ETR:SDF) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Dec 28
Is Now An Opportune Moment To Examine K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF)?
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw significant share price movement...Analysis Article • Dec 07
K+S Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:SDF) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 25% Below Its Share Price
Key Insights K+S' estimated fair value is €10.35 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share price of...Analysis Article • Nov 07
Here's Why K+S (ETR:SDF) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Sep 20
Should You Investigate K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) At €17.62?
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth in the teens...Analysis Article • Aug 21
K+S Aktiengesellschaft's (ETR:SDF) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 83% Above Its Share Price
Key Insights K+S' estimated fair value is €31.98 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity K+S' €17.52 share price...Analysis Article • Jul 31
K+S (ETR:SDF) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it seems the smart money knows that...Analysis Article • May 28
At €16.16, Is It Time To Put K+S Aktiengesellschaft (ETR:SDF) On Your Watch List?
K+S Aktiengesellschaft ( ETR:SDF ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How K+S makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 3,744 | -1,318 | 196 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 3,648 | -1,076 | 195 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 3,640 | -1,699 | 196 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 3,627 | -1,728 | 192 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 3,630 | 0 | 189 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 3,653 | -67 | 187 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 3,702 | 26 | 189 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 3,717 | 4 | 185 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 3,669 | -35 | 187 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 3,873 | 210 | 188 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 4,383 | 715 | 190 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 4,972 | 1,045 | 186 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 5,656 | 1,461 | 185 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 5,677 | 1,508 | 186 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 5,262 | 1,462 | 194 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 4,538 | 2,450 | 195 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 3,692 | 2,229 | 180 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 3,213 | 2,134 | 176 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 2,772 | 1,559 | 180 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 2,592 | -1,458 | 178 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 2,518 | -1,612 | 192 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 2,432 | -1,891 | 197 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 1,306 | -1,853 | 40 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 1,645 | -163 | 100 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 1,933 | -145 | 141 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 2,550 | 27 | 172 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 4,264 | 127 | 361 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 4,199 | 121 | 344 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 4,133 | 75 | 346 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 4,039 | 42 | 350 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 3,854 | 13 | 537 | 4 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 3,740 | 89 | 641 | 8 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 3,670 | 159 | 758 | 11 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 3,627 | 185 | 936 | 17 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 3,536 | 154 | 834 | 16 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 3,497 | 113 | 858 | 16 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 3,488 | 75 | 872 | 16 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 3,457 | 174 | 871 | 14 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 3,508 | 302 | 968 | 14 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 3,712 | 380 | 989 | 14 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 3,894 | 533 | 1,011 | 15 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 4,176 | 495 | 1,048 | 15 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 4,203 | 428 | 1,034 | 14 |
Quality Earnings: SDF is currently unprofitable.
Growing Profit Margin: SDF is currently unprofitable.
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: SDF is unprofitable, and losses have increased over the past 5 years at a rate of 39.8% per year.
Accelerating Growth: Unable to compare SDF's earnings growth over the past year to its 5-year average as it is currently unprofitable
Earnings vs Industry: SDF is unprofitable, making it difficult to compare its past year earnings growth to the Chemicals industry (-13.5%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: SDF has a negative Return on Equity (-27.81%), as it is currently unprofitable.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/07/09 23:46 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/07/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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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
K+S Aktiengesellschaft is covered by 42 analysts. 14 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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| Stephen Wilder | Alliance Global Partners |
| Konstantin Wiechert | Baader Helvea Equity Research |
| Knut Woller | Baader Helvea Equity Research |