Schindler's 4Q25 order intake of +0.8% lagged peers, but the company continues to deliver significant margin expansion and a positive 2026 outlook. ZKB maintains a 'Market Perform' rating, viewing the sharp share price drop as overdone.
Key Takeaways
- 1.Schindler's 4Q25 order intake growth (+0.8%) significantly lagged peers Kone (+12%) and Otis (+10%), causing market dissatisfaction.
- 2.Management is prioritizing margins over growth, particularly in China through greater selectivity in major projects.
- 3.The 2026 outlook is positive, with expectations for higher sales growth and continued EBIT margin improvement.
Table of Contents
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- Facts / Assessment
- Conclusion
- Recommendation
- Valuation
- Stock data
- Analyst team
- Disclosures and disclaimer
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Authors
Walter BamertBernd LauxMartin HüslerTobias KlöpperYannik Ryf
Securities
SCHPKoneOtis
Themes
China Modernization BusinessMargin over VolumeOperational Efficiency
Regions
EuropeAsia PacificNorth AmericaSwitzerlandChinaUnited States
