SAP Management
Management criteria checks 3/4
We currently do not have sufficient information about the CEO.
Key information
Christian Klein
Chief executive officer
€16.2m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 7.39% |
| CEO tenure | 8.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | n/a |
| Management average tenure | 2.8yrs |
| Board average tenure | 3yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
SAP: Cloud And AI Execution Will Shape Recovery From Mixed Street Sentiment
Analyst price targets for SAP have been adjusted to €280.93 from €290.00, reflecting mixed recent Street research in which several firms trimmed targets while others raised or upgraded them based on differing views around growth, margins and appropriate P/E levels. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SAP presents a split view, with several firms trimming price targets or downgrading ratings while others highlight reasons to stay constructive.
SAP SE (SAP): The Cloud Transition and the Business AI Surge
SAP SE (SAP) , the cornerstone of European enterprise software and Germany’s most valuable technology company, enters Thursday, April 23, 2026 , following its Q1 2026 earnings release earlier this morning. The company delivered a resilient performance in its home currency, reporting total revenue of €9.56 billion , a 6% year-over-year increase (and 12% at constant currencies ).SAP: Cloud Execution And AI Resilience May Support Trough-Level Rebound
The analyst price target for SAP has been revised from about €314 to €290, as analysts lower valuation multiples such as the future P/E to €32.49 and adjust discount rate assumptions, while still reflecting slightly higher revenue growth and profit margin expectations in their models. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SAP shows a mix of lower price targets and rating changes, but the tone is not uniformly negative.
SAP: Cloud Execution And AI Resilience Will Support Future Upside
The analyst price target for SAP has been reduced in line with recent Street moves that lowered targets into the €225 to €290 range, as analysts factor in updated fair value assumptions, a revised future P/E of about 29.5x, and ongoing debates around growth and AI disruption risk. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SAP reflects a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets and, in a few cases, ratings.
SAP: Cloud Transition Execution And AI Resilience Will Drive Future Returns
The analyst fair value estimate for SAP has been reset from €222.94 to €178.44 as analysts trim price targets and assume a lower future P/E and revenue growth, while still highlighting resilience to AI disruption and steady margin expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SAP shows a cluster of reduced price targets alongside a few more positive rating actions, which together feed into a more restrained view of upside.SAP: Cloud Conversion And AI Execution Will Drive Future Upside
The updated analyst price target for SAP moves lower to about €250 from roughly €282, as analysts factor in more moderate revenue growth assumptions, a slightly higher discount rate and a lower future P/E multiple, even as margin expectations edge higher and several firms trim price targets despite generally constructive ratings. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SAP shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting ratings and price targets while keeping a generally constructive stance on the equity story.SAP: AI And Cloud Progress May Support Trough-Level Rebound Ahead
Our updated analyst price target for SAP edges slightly lower by about €1 to €314. This reflects recent recalibrations from banks that cut their targets in Europe and the US while still highlighting solid long term fundamentals in revenue growth, profitability and P/E assumptions.
SAP: When Expectations Collide with Transformation
SAP: When Expectations Collide with Transformation Over the past days, SAP’s share price fell sharply—roughly 14% within a single week. At first glance, such a move suggests something has fundamentally gone wrong.SAP: AI And Cloud Execution May Support Trough-Level Rebound Potential
Our analyst fair value estimate for SAP has been adjusted from €330.00 to €315.00 as analysts update their assumptions around growth, margins and discount rates, reflecting a wave of recent target cuts and mixed rating changes across major banks and brokers. Analyst Commentary Street research around SAP has been mixed, with several price target cuts sitting alongside fresh upgrades and more constructive valuation comments.SAP: AI Partnerships And BlackLine Option May Support Future Upside
SAP's analyst fair value estimate has shifted from €345.00 to €330.00, as analysts adjust their targets in line with recent Street research that includes a lower Morgan Stanley price target, a higher JPMorgan target, and commentary suggesting a potential valuation trough. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around SAP highlights a mix of caution and optimism, with more positive analysts pointing to potential upside in the shares despite adjustments to individual price targets.SAP: Cloud Conversion And EU AI Cloud Will Drive Future Upside
SAP's updated fair value estimate edges down to about $282.05 from $286.75, even as analysts raise price targets into a €310 to $348 range. This reflects mixed views that balance more cautious revenue assumptions with confidence in the company's cloud pipeline and long term positioning.A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of SAP SE (ETR:SAP)
Dec 30
SAP Cloud Transition And Legal Overhangs Are Expected To Shape Returns
Analysts have modestly lifted their price target for SAP, raising fair value to approximately $223 from about $217, as they factor in stronger expected revenue growth and higher future earnings multiples despite slightly lower margin assumptions. This view is supported by a series of recent Overweight and Outperform ratings along with upward target revisions.SAP: Cloud Conversion And BlackLine M&A Optionality Will Drive Future Upside
The analyst price target for SAP has inched lower by approximately $1 to about $287 per share, as analysts balance slightly higher discount rates and modestly trimmed valuation multiples against still constructive views on the company’s cloud driven growth trajectory and resilient long term positioning highlighted in recent research. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a predominantly constructive stance on SAP, with several upward price target revisions offset by a modest reduction from one firm.SAP: Ongoing Cloud Momentum And M&A Activity Will Drive Future Outperformance
Analysts have slightly adjusted SAP's price target downward to $287.58, reflecting marginal changes in financial forecasts. Recent research highlights ongoing resilience in the cloud business and a positive outlook despite conservative guidance.SAP: Cloud Transition And New Deal Activity Will Drive Durable Long-Term Gains
SAP's fair value price target was raised slightly from €288.14 to €288.67. Analysts point to resilient earnings visibility and ongoing cloud growth potential, despite mixed revenue guidance.Cloud Conversion And AI Integration Will Drive Market Confidence Amid Regulatory Risks
The analyst price target for SAP has been increased slightly from $287.60 to $288.14. Analysts cite improved revenue growth expectations and resilience in the company's cloud business, despite some caution around near-term guidance.AI Integration And Cloud Migration Will Unlock Future Opportunity
SAP's analyst price target has edged down from €291.91 to €287.60, as analysts cite a combination of modestly reduced revenue growth expectations and sustained profit margins. This comes amid a resilient but cautious outlook for the business.AI Integration And Cloud Migration Will Unlock Future Opportunity
Analysts raised SAP’s price target slightly to €290.95, citing robust Q2 results and confidence in its cloud transition, though concerns persist over macroeconomic risks and valuation. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts highlight robust Q2 results with 12% revenue growth and a 34% increase in operating profit as key drivers for raising price targets.Should You Investigate SAP SE (ETR:SAP) At €249?
Aug 07SAP SE Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Jul 25Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of SAP SE (ETR:SAP)
Jul 07Weekly Picks: 📊 OXY's Diversification Strategy, AGX's Tailwinds, and SAP's Valuation Risks
Jun 10
OXY's
Jun 10SAP (ETR:SAP) Has A Rock Solid Balance Sheet
May 27SAP's (ETR:SAP) Upcoming Dividend Will Be Larger Than Last Year's
May 13EU#1 - From German Startup to EU’s Biggest Company
R/2: Mainframe-based ERP
Cloud Innovations And AI Drive Growth Amid Market Challenges For The Company
SAP's cloud and AI initiatives drive substantial revenue growth by enhancing services, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | €7b |
| Dec 31 2025 | €16m | €1m | €7b |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €7b |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | €7b |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | €6b |
| Dec 31 2024 | €19m | €1m | €3b |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Dec 31 2023 | €7m | €1m | €4b |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | €3b |
| Dec 31 2022 | €9m | €1m | €4b |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | €4b |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | €5b |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | €5b |
| Dec 31 2021 | €9m | €1m | €7b |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | €6b |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | €6b |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | €5b |
| Dec 31 2020 | €10m | €1m | €5b |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | €5b |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | €5b |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | €4b |
| Dec 31 2019 | €8m | €790k | €3b |
Compensation vs Market: Christian's total compensation ($USD19.00M) is above average for companies of similar size in the German market ($USD5.61M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Christian's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Christian Klein (45 yo)
8.3yrs
Tenure
€16,245,000
Compensation
Mr. Christian Klein has been the Chief Executive Officer of SAP SE since April 20, 2020 and its Member of Executive Board since January 1, 2018. Mr. Klein serves as Member of Supervisory Board at adidas AG...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEO & Member of Executive Board | 8.3yrs | €16.25m | no data | |
| Head of Global Sponsorships & Deputy Chairperson of the Supervisory Board | 9.3yrs | €290.00k | no data | |
| CFO & Member of Executive Board | 3.2yrs | €2.53m | no data | |
| Member of Executive Board | 6.5yrs | €7.05m | no data | |
| Chief Strategy Officer & COO and Member of Executive Board | 2.3yrs | €2.13m | no data | |
| Chief People Officer | 2.3yrs | €2.53m | no data | |
| Lead Product Engineering & Member of Executive Board | 2.1yrs | €2.25m | no data | |
| Chairperson of Works Council Europe & Works Council Europe Rep Member of Supervisory Board | no data | €235.00k | no data | |
| Demand Manager & Works Council Europe Representative Member of Supervisory Board | no data | €235.00k | no data | |
| Solution Advisor HCM & Works Council Europe Representative Member of Supervisory Board | no data | €235.00k | no data | |
| Head of People Transformation Management & Works Council Europe Rep Member of Supervisory Board | 1.3yrs | €285.00k | no data | |
| Co-Founder | no data | €179.20k | no data |
2.8yrs
Average Tenure
48yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: SAP's management team is considered experienced (2.8 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Head of Global Sponsorships & Deputy Chairperson of the Supervisory Board | 24.1yrs | €290.00k | no data | |
| Chairperson of Works Council Europe & Works Council Europe Rep Member of Supervisory Board | 2.1yrs | €235.00k | no data | |
| Demand Manager & Works Council Europe Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 2.1yrs | €235.00k | no data | |
| Solution Advisor HCM & Works Council Europe Representative Member of Supervisory Board | 2.1yrs | €235.00k | no data | |
| Head of People Transformation Management & Works Council Europe Rep Member of Supervisory Board | 2.1yrs | €285.00k | no data | |
| SVP, Chief Security | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Independent Chair of Supervisory Board | 2yrs | €600.00k | no data | |
| Independent Supervisory Board Member | 7.3yrs | €285.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 4yrs | €295.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 5yrs | €285.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 8yrs | €385.00k | no data | |
| Independent Member of Supervisory Board | 8.8yrs | €285.00k | no data |
3.0yrs
Average Tenure
54yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: SAP's board of directors are considered experienced (3 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/05/05 12:04 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/05 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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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
SAP SE is covered by 65 analysts. 21 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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| Adam Shepherd | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Joseph Bonner | Argus Research Company |
| Knut Woller | Baader Helvea Equity Research |