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Bystronic AG is a Switzerland-based global leader in sheet metal processing technology. Founded in 1964 in Bützberg by Byland, Schneider, and Trösch, the company initially specialized in glass processing machinery before pivoting to laser cutting systems in the 1980s, introducing innovations like the Bylas 3015 CO2 laser cutter and later fiber laser models such as ByStar Fiber and BySprint Fiber. Today, it provides comprehensive solutions including flat and tube laser cutting systems, press brakes, automation, and Bystronic Software for digital transformation, serving manufacturing industries worldwide. Headquartered in Switzerland with production facilities in Germany, Spain, Italy, China, and the USA, Bystronic AG operates over 40 locations, employs more than 2,900 people, and reported net revenue of CHF 648 million in 2024. Listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange since 2021, the company emphasizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and high-performance innovations like the Intelligent Cutting Process autonomy kit, which earned the Swiss Technology Award in 2024. Bystronic AG plays a pivotal role in advancing connected, productive manufacturing for sheet metal fabrication.
The business is unprofitable at the operating level (-3.20% margin). The thesis depends entirely on whether and when it reaches sustainable profitability.
Revenue declined 5.4% YoY. The question is whether this is cyclical or a structural shift.
Negative free cash flow of -CHF 17M. The business is consuming cash, not generating it.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
CHF 613M
▼ -5.4% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
-CHF 29M
▲ +57.2% YoY
Op. Margin
-3.20%
▲ +9.8pp YoY
ROIC
-2.51%
▲ +7.2pp YoY
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
-CHF 17M
▼ -16900.0% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
-CHF 16M
▼ -459.1% YoY
Net Debt
-CHF 331M
Net Cash Position
Cash & Equiv.
CHF 331M
3Y CAGR: -15.5%
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