Rieter Reports Strong Order Intake But Lower Sales Amid Market Uncertainty
Rieter Holding Ltd., reported a solid order intake of CHF 559.3 million in the first nine months of 2025, including CHF 203.9 million in the third quarter, while sales declined to CHF 457.7 million (Q3: CHF 121.5 million) due to ongoing trade policy uncertainty and postponed customer investments. The company’s order backlog stood at approximately CHF 590 million as of September 30.
Despite the challenging market environment, the After Sales Division recorded a 9% increase in order intake to CHF 129.6 million, while the Machines & Systems Division and Components Division saw declines of 17% and 13%, respectively. Sales across all divisions were lower compared with 2024, with the Machines & Systems Division down 27%, Components 16%, and After Sales 18%.
Rieter highlighted significant progress in its strategic initiatives, including strengthened technology leadership in automation and digitization, ongoing implementation of the performance program, which has reduced overhead costs by over CHF 100 million since 2023 and the planned acquisition of the Barmag Division, expected to create a leading global systems provider in natural and man-made fibers.
Due to project delays and geopolitical uncertainties, Rieter now expects full-year sales of around CHF 700 million, down from the previously projected CHF 750–800 million, and anticipates an operating EBIT margin at the lower end of 0–4%, excluding restructuring and Barmag acquisition-related costs. Transaction and restructuring expenses are expected to impact EBIT by roughly CHF 35 million, with net financial expenses of around CHF 20 million, resulting in an expected negative net result for 2025.
Rieter emphasized that its continued focus on automation, digitization, and strategic acquisitions positions the company to strengthen long-term competitiveness despite short-term market challenges.
