Fincantieri S.p.A.

BIT:FCT Stock Report

Market Cap: €4.0b

Fincantieri Past Earnings Performance

Past criteria checks 5/6

Fincantieri has been growing earnings at an average annual rate of 47.5%, while the Machinery industry saw earnings growing at 8.2% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 6.9% per year. Fincantieri's return on equity is 11.9%, and it has net margins of 1.4%.

Key information

47.54%

Earnings growth rate

41.61%

EPS growth rate

Machinery Industry Growth19.41%
Revenue growth rate6.86%
Return on equity11.89%
Net Margin1.38%
Next Earnings Update29 Jul 2026

Recent past performance updates

Analysis Article Apr 01

Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Posted Healthy Earnings But There Are Some Other Factors To Be Aware Of

Despite posting some strong earnings, the market for Fincantieri S.p.A.'s ( BIT:FCT ) stock hasn't moved much. We did...
Analysis Article Apr 18

Fincantieri's (BIT:FCT) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem

Despite announcing strong earnings, Fincantieri S.p.A.'s ( BIT:FCT ) stock was sluggish. Our analysis uncovered some...

Recent updates

Narrative Update May 06

FCT: Large Cruise Ship Backlog And Recent Upgrades Will Support Future Earnings

Analysts have trimmed their Fincantieri price target to about €17.74 from roughly €18.47, citing updated views on fair value, discount rates and future P/E assumptions, while keeping revenue growth and margin expectations broadly in line. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts link their upgrades to a view that the current share price does not fully reflect their updated fair value work, even after trimming the target to €17.74.
Narrative Update Apr 21

FCT: Recent Research Upgrades And Order Pipeline Will Support Future Earnings

Analysts have nudged their price target for Fincantieri slightly higher to about €18.47 per share, reflecting updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower assumed future P/E multiple following recent research upgrades. Analyst Commentary Recent research upgrades point to a more constructive stance on Fincantieri, with the updated price target of about €18.47 per share framed around revised assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple.
Analysis Article Apr 01

Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Posted Healthy Earnings But There Are Some Other Factors To Be Aware Of

Despite posting some strong earnings, the market for Fincantieri S.p.A.'s ( BIT:FCT ) stock hasn't moved much. We did...
Analysis Article Mar 30

Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Just Reported Earnings, And Analysts Cut Their Target Price

Last week saw the newest yearly earnings release from Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ), an important milestone in the...
Narrative Update Mar 28

FCT: Recent Upgrade And Equity Raise Will Support Future Earnings

Analysts have adjusted their fair value estimate for Fincantieri from about €19.46 to around €18.37, reflecting updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E following recent Street research, including a fresh upgrade from Kepler Cheuvreux. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the recent fair value adjustment from about €19.46 to around €18.37 as still supportive of upside potential versus current trading levels.
Narrative Update Mar 12

FCT: Cruise Ship Contracts And Equity Raise Will Support Long Term Earnings

Analysts have adjusted their price target for Fincantieri slightly lower from about €20.03 to €19.46. This reflects modest tweaks to their assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiples.
Narrative Update Feb 25

FCT: Recent Equity Raise And New Contracts Will Support Long Term Earnings

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Fincantieri by €0.48 to €20.03. This reflects slightly more cautious assumptions on fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations.
Narrative Update Feb 09

FCT: Reshaped U.S. Naval Program Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings

Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Fincantieri from €21.44 to €20.50, citing slightly softer assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, the discount rate and future P/E multiples in their updated models. What's in the News Fincantieri and the U.S. Navy reached an agreement to reshape the future of the Constellation class program at Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin, with continuity for two frigates under construction and discontinuity for four other contracted frigates as the Navy adjusts its priorities in small surface combatants (Key Developments).
New Narrative Feb 03

Long-Dated Backlog And Naval Demand Will Support A Stronger Future Narrative

Catalysts About Fincantieri Fincantieri is a global shipbuilding group that designs and constructs cruise ships, naval vessels, underwater systems and offshore and specialized vessels, supported by equipment, systems and infrastructure activities. What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?
Narrative Update Jan 25

FCT: Reshaped U.S. Naval Program Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings

Analysts have adjusted their price target for Fincantieri from €22.19 to €21.44. This change reflects updated views on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions.
Analysis Article Jan 17

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Fincantieri S.p.A.'s (BIT:FCT) 26% Share Price Surge

Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 26% in the...
Narrative Update Jan 08

FCT: Reshaped U.S. Naval Program Will Support Stronger Long Term Earnings

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Fincantieri to €22.19 from €22.51, reflecting updated assumptions around slightly higher revenue growth, a lower discount rate, softer profit margin expectations and a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Fincantieri and the U.S. Navy agreed to reshape the future of the Constellation class program at Fincantieri Marinette Marine in Wisconsin, aligning with a broader fleet review focused on technological excellence, manned and unmanned vessels, and long term sustainability (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Dec 17

At €16.79, Is Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Worth Looking At Closely?

Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...
Narrative Update Dec 15

FCT: Expanded U.S. Naval Programs Will Drive Stronger Long Term Earnings

Analysts have raised their price target for Fincantieri slightly to €22.51, citing modestly lower perceived risk and stable long term growth and margin assumptions that support a higher justified valuation multiple. What's in the News Fincantieri and the U.S. Navy reached a strategic agreement to reshape the Constellation class frigate program.
Narrative Update Dec 01

FCT: Renewed Defense Contracts Will Fuel Sustained Earnings Momentum Ahead

Analysts have raised their price target for Fincantieri from €22.16 to €22.51, citing incremental improvements in revenue growth expectations and fair value. However, slight increases in the discount rate and future P/E have tempered profit margin projections.
Narrative Update Nov 17

FCT: Successful Ship Delivery Will Drive Stronger Earnings Multiples Ahead

Analysts have raised their price target for Fincantieri from €17.10 to €22.16, citing updated valuation models and newly adjusted assumptions related to growth and risk. What's in the News Fincantieri officially delivered the Star Princess, the second Sphere-Class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, during a handover ceremony at the Monfalcone shipyard (Key Developments).
Analysis Article Nov 13

Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Stocks Pounded By 25% But Not Lagging Industry On Growth Or Pricing

The Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) share price has softened a substantial 25% over the previous 30 days, handing back...
Analysis Article Aug 31

Fincantieri S.p.A.'s (BIT:FCT) P/S Is Still On The Mark Following 27% Share Price Bounce

The Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an excellent gain of...
Analysis Article Aug 20

Is It Time To Consider Buying Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT)?

BIT:FCT 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Fincantieri's Fair Values from the Community and select yours...
Analysis Article Aug 02

Earnings Update: Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Just Reported Its Interim Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Forecasts

Last week, you might have seen that Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) released its half-yearly result to the market. The...
Analysis Article May 04

The Market Lifts Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Shares 25% But It Can Do More

Despite an already strong run, Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 25% in the...
User avatar
New Narrative Apr 26

Operational Efficiency And Underwater Expansion Will Create Future Value

Fincantieri's operational efficiency and strategic acquisitions bolster net margins, enhance earnings, and support long-term growth.
Analysis Article Apr 18

Fincantieri's (BIT:FCT) Earnings Are Weaker Than They Seem

Despite announcing strong earnings, Fincantieri S.p.A.'s ( BIT:FCT ) stock was sluggish. Our analysis uncovered some...
Analysis Article Apr 14

Does Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) 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...
Analysis Article Dec 06

Fincantieri S.p.A.'s (BIT:FCT) Shares Leap 28% Yet They're Still Not Telling The Full Story

Despite an already strong run, Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 28% in the...
Analysis Article Dec 01

Why Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Could Be Worth Watching

While Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention from...
Analysis Article Oct 10

Are Investors Undervaluing Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) By 33%?

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Fincantieri fair value estimate is €7.30 Current share price...
Analysis Article Aug 02

Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Analysts Are Pretty Bullish On The Stock After Recent Results

Last week, you might have seen that Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) released its interim result to the market. The early...
Analysis Article Jul 26

Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Stock Rockets 26% But Many Are Still Ignoring The Company

Those holding Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) shares would be relieved that the share price has rebounded 26% in the...
Analysis Article Jun 05

What Is Fincantieri S.p.A.'s (BIT:FCT) Share Price Doing?

Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a significant share price rise of 23% in the...
Analysis Article Apr 30

Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Is Reinvesting At Lower Rates Of Return

What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...
Analysis Article Mar 16

The Market Lifts Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) Shares 28% But It Can Do More

Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 28% after a shaky period beforehand...
Analysis Article Oct 31

Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Will Want To Turn Around Its Return Trends

There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'd want to identify a...
Analysis Article May 28

Returns On Capital At Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Paint A Concerning Picture

If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...
Analysis Article Apr 22

Fincantieri (BIT:FCT) Use Of Debt Could Be Considered Risky

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...
Analysis Article Mar 09

Should You Investigate Fincantieri S.p.A. (BIT:FCT) At €0.57?

Fincantieri S.p.A. ( BIT:FCT ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...

Revenue & Expenses Breakdown

How Fincantieri makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.


Earnings and Revenue History

BIT:FCT Revenue, expenses and earnings (EUR Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsG+A ExpensesR&D Expenses
31 Dec 258,9201231,5670
30 Sep 259,1031132,6040
30 Jun 258,839961,5040
31 Mar 258,468701,4730
31 Dec 247,951331,4270
30 Sep 247,648-531,2660
30 Jun 247,458-571,3470
31 Mar 247,453-641,2940
31 Dec 237,448-531,2660
30 Sep 237,303-392920
30 Jun 237,493-991,2140
31 Mar 237,348-2011,2170
31 Dec 227,349-3091,2090
30 Sep 227,219-2611,1900
30 Jun 227,088-2141,1710
31 Mar 226,957-961,1420
31 Dec 216,825221,1120
30 Sep 216,759-391,0870
30 Jun 216,693-1001,0620
31 Mar 216,253-1701,0030
31 Dec 205,812-2409450
30 Sep 205,585-2609500
30 Jun 205,358-2809560
31 Mar 205,577-1999920
31 Dec 195,796-1171,0270
30 Sep 195,738-191,0280
30 Jun 195,680801,0280
31 Mar 195,536761,0090
31 Dec 185,391729900
30 Sep 185,280699770
30 Jun 185,169669650
31 Mar 185,051619560
31 Dec 174,934579470
30 Sep 174,740449670
30 Jun 174,382319000
31 Mar 174,455328970
31 Dec 164,363258880
30 Sep 164,333-638760
30 Jun 164,180-1808770
31 Mar 164,073-1488940
31 Dec 154,135-1759080
30 Sep 154,439-719460
30 Jun 154,572569590

Quality Earnings: FCT has high quality earnings.

Growing Profit Margin: FCT's current net profit margins (1.4%) are higher than last year (0.4%).


Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis


Past Earnings Growth Analysis

Earnings Trend: FCT has become profitable over the past 5 years, growing earnings by 47.5% per year.

Accelerating Growth: FCT's earnings growth over the past year (274.6%) exceeds its 5-year average (47.5% per year).

Earnings vs Industry: FCT earnings growth over the past year (274.6%) exceeded the Machinery industry 1.4%.


Return on Equity

High ROE: FCT's Return on Equity (11.9%) is considered low.


Return on Assets


Return on Capital Employed


Discover strong past performing companies

Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/05/18 17:52
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/18 00:00
Earnings2025/12/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

Analysis Model and Snowflake

Details of the analysis model used to generate this report is available on our Github page, we also have guides on how to use our reports and tutorials on Youtube.

Learn about the world class team who designed and built the Simply Wall St analysis model.

Industry and Sector Metrics

Our industry and section metrics are calculated every 6 hours by Simply Wall St, details of our process are available on Github.

Analyst Sources

Fincantieri S.p.A. is covered by 18 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Andrea BelloliBanca Akros S.p.A. (ESN)
Andrea BelloliBanca Akros S.p.A. (ESN)
Michele BaldelliBNP Paribas