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Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG is a Swiss holding company and global leader in the premium chocolate sector, renowned for developing, producing, and selling high-quality chocolate products including truffles, bars, and confections under the Lindt brand. Founded in 1845 through the merger of Zurich and Bern chocolate traditions, it pioneered innovations like conching for smooth texture and expanded via acquisitions such as Ghirardelli, Caffarel, Hofbauer, Küfferle, and Russell Stover, enhancing its portfolio across Europe and North America. Headquartered in Kilchberg, Switzerland, the company operates 12 factories worldwide, employs around 15,000 people, and reported CHF 5.47 billion in sales in 2024, with a market capitalization of approximately CHF 24 billion as of late 2023. It maintains a network of 38 subsidiaries, over 100 distributors, and 560 own shops, emphasizing premium quality in the confectionery industry. Governance features a lean structure with an Executive Chair, Board of Directors, and specialized committees, supported by foundations focused on cocoa sustainability and chocolate expertise. Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG plays a pivotal role in the global luxury chocolate market, blending heritage craftsmanship with international expansion.
16.41% operating margin is respectable but not wide. ROIC at 11.55%. Suggests the business covers its cost of capital, but doesn't point to a wide moat.
Revenue grew 8.2%, steady but not accelerating. Free cash flow declined 78% despite revenue growth, conversion is weakening.
Free cash flow declined 78% versus the prior year, cash generation momentum has weakened. Net debt of CHF 1.15B represents 6.1x FCF, leverage limits flexibility.
Profitability & Returns
Revenue (TTM)
CHF 5.92B
▲ +8.2% YoY
Net Income (TTM)
CHF 727M
▲ +8.1% YoY
Op. Margin
16.41%
▲ +0.2pp YoY
ROIC
11.55%
Cash Flow & Balance Sheet
FCF (TTM)
CHF 190M
▼ -78.1% YoY
Op. Cash Flow (TTM)
CHF 417M
▼ -52.1% YoY
Net Debt
CHF 1.15B
Cash & Equiv.
CHF 612M
3Y CAGR: +6.0%
3Y CAGR: -28.8%
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