DSV Past Earnings Performance
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DSV's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -4%, while the Logistics industry saw earnings growing at 8.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 5% per year. DSV's return on equity is 6%, and it has net margins of 2.6%.
Key information
-3.98%
Earnings growth rate
-3.67%
EPS growth rate
| Logistics Industry Growth | 20.75% |
| Revenue growth rate | 5.04% |
| Return on equity | 5.95% |
| Net Margin | 2.61% |
| Next Earnings Update | 22 Jul 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Analysis Article • Feb 12
DSV's (CPH:DSV) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear
DSV A/S' ( CPH:DSV ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price showed...Analysis Article • Aug 08
DSV's (CPH:DSV) Weak Earnings May Only Reveal A Part Of The Whole Picture
The market wasn't impressed with the soft earnings from DSV A/S ( CPH:DSV ) recently. We did some further digging and...Recent updates
Analysis Article • May 02
DSV A/S (CPH:DSV) Just Released Its First-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
DSV A/S ( CPH:DSV ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 6.4% to kr.1,571 in...
Narrative Update • Apr 27
DSV: Schenker Synergies And 2026 Guidance Will Drive Repricing Higher
The analyst price target for DSV has been adjusted slightly lower by around DKK 8, as analysts balance recent target increases from firms such as Morgan Stanley, Citi and JPMorgan with reduced targets from others like Wolfe Research and Deutsche Bank. Analyst Commentary Recent research shows a clear split in how analysts view DSV, with some lifting price targets and ratings while others trim targets at the same time.
New Narrative • Apr 18
DSV profits will jump by 7.4% thanks to growth trends
DSV A/S (CPH:DSV) — My Investment Thesis Hey everyone I'm Bejgal , and I want to share why I believe DSV is one of the most compelling logistics plays in Europe right now. My model points to a fair value of DKK 2,190 — a 22% discount to where it trades today.Narrative Update • Apr 10
DSV: Schenker Synergies And 2026 Guidance Will Support Rebalanced Market Expectations
Analysts have trimmed the DSV fair value estimate by about DKK 12 to DKK 2,045.89, reflecting a slightly higher discount rate, a modestly lower revenue growth outlook, and a small adjustment to the expected future P/E, with recent target cuts and raises across firms contributing to a more balanced view on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on DSV shows a mix of higher and lower price targets, along with at least one rating upgrade.Narrative Update • Mar 27
DSV: Schenker Synergies And 2026 Guidance Will Support Stronger Earnings Power
DSV's analyst price targets have edged higher, with recent upward revisions of up to DKK 414 as analysts adjust fair value assumptions slightly, including a marginally higher projected profit margin and P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for DSV, with several banks adjusting their fair value assumptions and published target ranges.Narrative Update • Mar 12
DSV: Schenker Synergies Will Support Higher Earnings Power Over Time
Analysts have in aggregate lifted their DSV price targets by several hundred DKK, with updates from firms such as Citi, Morgan Stanley, Deutsche Bank and Wolfe Research, while only making slight adjustments to assumptions around fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for DSV, with analysts fine tuning their valuation and execution assumptions rather than overhauling their broader view of the business.Narrative Update • Feb 26
DSV: Schenker Synergies And Resilient Margins Will Shape Future Returns
The updated analyst price target for DSV moves slightly higher to reflect a fair value adjustment from DKK 2,030.45 to DKK 2,062.05, with analysts pointing to modestly higher profit margin expectations and a steady long term P/E outlook, despite more muted revenue growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates cluster around higher price targets for DSV, pointing to a reassessment of what analysts see as fair value rather than a shift in the underlying rating stance.Analysis Article • Feb 12
DSV's (CPH:DSV) Soft Earnings Are Actually Better Than They Appear
DSV A/S' ( CPH:DSV ) recent soft profit numbers didn't appear to worry shareholders, as the stock price showed...Narrative Update • Feb 11
DSV: Higher Freight Cycle Hopes And Synergies Will Shape Future Returns
The analyst price target for DSV has been raised from DKK 1,901.25 to DKK 2,030.45. This reflects updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins and long-term P/E, along with recent price target increases from multiple research houses, according to analysts.Narrative Update • Jan 27
DSV: Freight Cycle Recovery Hopes And Margin Discipline Will Shape Future Returns
Analysts have raised their fair value estimate for DSV from DKK 1,825.84 to DKK 1,901.25. This revision reflects higher Street price targets and updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Jan 12
DSV: Margin Discipline And Freight Cycle Trends Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for DSV higher from DKK 1,805.61 to DKK 1,825.84, reflecting recent price target increases from several firms and updated views on transport cycle trends and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent price target moves around DSV point to a generally constructive stance, with some caution around the freight cycle and earnings visibility.Analysis Article • Jan 12
DSV A/S' (CPH:DSV) Popularity With Investors Is Clear
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 41.9x DSV A/S ( CPH:DSV ) may be sending very bearish signals at the...Narrative Update • Dec 24
DSV Margin Discipline Will Support Upside Despite Slight Price Objective Cut
Analysts have trimmed their price target on DSV slightly, to DKK 1,915 from DKK 1,925. This reflects marginally slower expected revenue growth, offset by a modest improvement in profit margins and valuation multiples.Analysis Article • Dec 11
DSV (CPH:DSV) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Narrative Update • Dec 09
DSV Will Benefit From Margin Strength Despite Softer Freight Demand
DSV's analyst price target has been modestly reduced to around DKK 1,900 from closer to DKK 1,950, as analysts factor in slower expected revenue growth, offset by slightly improved profit margins and a marginally lower future P E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on DSV reflects a nuanced view, with price targets being trimmed but ratings remaining supportive, indicating confidence in the company’s medium term earnings power despite near term headwinds.Analysis Article • Oct 03
At kr.1,305, Is DSV A/S (CPH:DSV) Worth Looking At Closely?
DSV A/S ( CPH:DSV ) received a lot of attention from a substantial price movement on the CPSE over the last few months...Narrative Update • Sep 04
Schenker Integration Will Streamline Global Logistics And Digital Systems
Analysts maintain an Overweight rating on DSV but have adopted short-term caution due to integration uncertainties following the Schenker acquisition, anticipating a nuanced Q2 and modestly reducing the price target to DKK1779. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan reduces price target in anticipation of a "nuanced quarter" due to the first-time consolidation of Schenker following the recent acquisition.Analysis Article • Aug 23
DSV A/S' (CPH:DSV) Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
When close to half the companies in Denmark have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 15x, you may consider DSV...Analysis Article • Aug 08
DSV's (CPH:DSV) Weak Earnings May Only Reveal A Part Of The Whole Picture
The market wasn't impressed with the soft earnings from DSV A/S ( CPH:DSV ) recently. We did some further digging and...
New Narrative • Nov 07
Tactical Acquisitions And Efficiency Initiatives Drive Optimistic Future Growth
The acquisition of Schenker and focus on operational efficiency are likely to improve revenue growth and net margins through increased market share and cost reduction.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How DSV 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 |
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| 31 Mar 26 | 276,067 | 7,213 | 44,511 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 247,331 | 8,386 | 38,689 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 219,160 | 9,478 | 32,953 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 191,272 | 10,160 | 26,547 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 170,446 | 10,529 | 21,572 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 167,106 | 10,109 | 21,189 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 160,120 | 10,808 | 20,984 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 151,601 | 10,763 | 20,678 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 148,171 | 11,426 | 20,654 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 150,785 | 12,315 | 20,868 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 165,488 | 13,174 | 21,246 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 190,472 | 14,786 | 22,082 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 215,494 | 16,474 | 22,148 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 235,665 | 17,568 | 21,893 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 245,736 | 17,013 | 21,699 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 234,733 | 15,761 | 20,239 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 209,815 | 13,231 | 18,646 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 182,306 | 11,205 | 17,215 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 152,720 | 9,188 | 15,510 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 131,288 | 7,391 | 14,746 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 122,239 | 6,256 | 14,679 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 115,932 | 4,250 | 14,991 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 114,338 | 3,489 | 15,587 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 110,734 | 3,289 | 15,589 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 102,031 | 3,057 | 14,712 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 94,701 | 3,700 | 13,484 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 85,524 | 4,193 | 12,180 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 81,240 | 4,159 | 11,404 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 80,652 | 4,201 | 11,375 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 79,053 | 4,000 | 11,301 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 77,127 | 3,825 | 11,044 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 75,625 | 3,538 | 10,882 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 75,058 | 3,083 | 10,846 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 74,901 | 2,981 | 10,973 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 73,499 | 2,785 | 11,220 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 71,969 | 2,516 | 11,421 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 70,651 | 2,104 | 11,743 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 67,747 | 1,668 | 11,621 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 62,736 | 1,632 | 10,674 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 58,066 | 1,658 | 9,686 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 53,587 | 1,862 | 8,529 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 50,869 | 2,056 | 7,655 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 50,802 | 1,959 | 7,554 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 50,546 | 1,865 | 7,483 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: DSV has a large one-off loss of DKK6.0B impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: DSV's current net profit margins (2.6%) are lower than last year (6.2%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: DSV's earnings have declined by 4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: DSV's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: DSV had negative earnings growth (-31.5%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Logistics industry average (-4.1%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: DSV's Return on Equity (6%) is considered low.
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 | 2026/05/08 09:58 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/08 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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
DSV A/S is covered by 39 analysts. 18 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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| null null | ABG Sundal Collier |
| David Fintzen | Barclays |
| Marco Limite | Barclays |