Rational AG Sees Revenue Growth Amid Global Economic Challenges

Rational AG reported a 6% increase in sales revenues for 2025, reaching 1.26 billion euros despite challenging economic conditions. Adjusted for currency effects, growth was 8%, with North America and Europe as major contributors. The year ended with record revenue of 341.3 million euros in Q4 2025. Rational managed tariff impacts with effective cost management, holding gross margins steady at 59%.

The company's EBIT rose by 6% to 333 million euros, maintaining a margin of 26.4%. A dividend of 16 euros plus a special dividend of 4 euros per share is proposed, based on solid financial performance and liquidity forecasts. Rational's work force grew to 2,838 employees, with plans to expand their sales team.

Looking ahead, Rational expects sales growth in the mid- to high-single-digit range for 2026, though potential cost increases might affect EBIT margins. External factors like geopolitical events pose challenges to precise forecasting.