Blue Cap AG Reports Strong First Quarter and Proposes Increased Dividend

Munich, May 14, 2025 – Blue Cap AG, a German investment company specializing in medium-sized manufacturing companies, has announced a continuation of its positive development in the first quarter of 2025. Despite a planned decline in revenue, the company has proposed a significantly increased dividend for the past financial year.

Financial Performance

In the first quarter of 2025, Blue Cap AG reported a slight increase in Adjusted EBITDA, reaching EUR 4.5 million, up from the previous year’s figure. The Adjusted EBITDA margin improved to 9.3%, compared to 7.8% in the same quarter of the previous year. This improvement reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance profitability.

The Group’s revenue for the quarter stood at EUR 46.5 million, which is below the previous year’s level as anticipated. This decline is attributed to the expected performance of the company’s continuing operations.

Dividend Proposal

In light of successful exits, Blue Cap AG has proposed a dividend of EUR 1.10 per share for the past financial year. This includes a special dividend of EUR 0.45, reflecting the company’s strategic asset management and successful divestitures.

Outlook for 2025

The Management Board of Blue Cap AG has confirmed its outlook for the year 2025, projecting a revenue range of EUR 200-220 million. The company also anticipates an Adjusted EBITDA margin between 10.0% and 11.0%, indicating confidence in its strategic direction and operational efficiency.

Company Overview

Blue Cap AG operates in the capital markets sector, focusing on investments in medium-sized manufacturing companies within Germany. The company is listed on the Xetra exchange, with a market capitalization of EUR 73,126,360 as of May 8, 2025. The close price of its shares on that date was EUR 16.3, with a 52-week high of EUR 20.8 and a low of EUR 15.3.

The company’s strategic focus on profitable growth and shareholder returns continues to drive its performance, as evidenced by the recent financial results and dividend proposal.