Research Dynamics
1
Jan

2019

The coverage on Schaffner has been suspended as of January 2019

14
May

2018

Schaffner – 1H 2018 Results

Strong 1H numbers with 14.5% organic growth, but turn-around in Power Magnetics weighting on group result

– EBIT above expectations, supported by market share gains in EMC division
– Broad-based growth across segments lifts top-line
– Estimate adjustments
– Valuation attractive based on discount to peers

5
Feb

2018

Schaffner – Guidance Update

Guidance confirmed despite special effects

– Key data guidance
– Valuation looks attractive

11
Dec

2017

Schaffner – FY17 results

Markedly improved profitability amid pricing pressure
– Increased profitability and strong order pipeline ensures sustainable growth
– Revenue growth and considerable progress across segments
– Optimistic outlook
– Valuation looks attractive based on discount to peers on 2018 estimates

12
May

2017

Schaffner – 1H2017 earnings update

Marching Towards Higher Profitability 

  • Revenue growth returns, EBIT margin tops our estimate
  • Segmental performance
  • Maintains medium-term goals
  • Restructuring process continues to cut cost
  • Measures for growth
  • Discount to peers on 2017 estimates
7
Dec

2016

Schaffner – FY15/16 results

Mixed FY 2015/16 results; Automotive the bright spot

– Revenue above guidance, EBIT tops our estimate
– Segmental performance
– Unchanged mid-term targets
– Regional diversification
– Impact of changeover to Swiss GAAP FER
– Board recommends zero dividend
– New board and management composition
– Discount to peers on 2017 estimates

20
Sep

2016

Schaffner – Guidance Update

Acquisition target omitted, organic growth guidance confirmed under “Strategy 2020”

– Management maintains Strategy 2020 targets
– Switch from IFRS to Swiss GAAP FER

18
Jul

2016

Schaffner – Management Change

Interim management to guide through challenging times

  • CEO Alexander Hagemann leaving with immediate effect
  • Resignation not a total surprise
  • “Strategy 2020” maintained, but short-term focus on internal projects
10
Jun

2016

Schaffner – Investor day update

Uncertain scenario weighing on outlook

  • Management maintains “Strategy 2020” targets
  • Automotive and Power Quality to drive growth
  • Management’ priority for the next twelve months
  • Valuation
13
May

2016

Schaffner – 1H2016 earnings update

Difficult market environment persists

  • Strategy 2020 targets seems increasingly difficult to achieve
  • Revenues in-line, EBIT margins ahead of guidance
  • Segmental performance
  • Optimistic outlook