Borussia Dortmund Sets New Revenue Record Amidst Profit Decline

In a remarkable financial year, Borussia Dortmund GmbH & Co KGaA, the renowned German soccer club, has announced its highest-ever consolidated revenue for the 2024/2025 season. This achievement, as reported on August 15, 2025, is primarily attributed to increased income from TV marketing, advertising, and match operations. Despite this revenue milestone, the club faces a significant profit decline, largely due to reduced transfer earnings.

The club, which competes in Germany’s top football division, has diversified its revenue streams through TV and radio broadcasts, ticket sales, corporate sponsorships, advertising, and merchandising. Additionally, Borussia Dortmund manages an amateur and youth soccer team, as well as a female handball team, further expanding its influence in the sports sector.

Financially, the club’s performance has been a mixed bag. While the revenue reached a record 526.0 million euros, the profit took a hit, with EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) falling by nearly 23% to approximately 116 million euros. This decline is primarily due to lower transfer earnings, a common challenge for football clubs heavily reliant on player sales for financial stability.

On the stock market front, Borussia Dortmund’s shares have experienced some volatility. As of August 13, 2025, the share price stood at 3.64 euros, reflecting a slight downturn from the close price of 3.63 euros on August 13, 2025. The stock is listed on the Xetra exchange, with a market capitalization of 403.5 million euros and a price-to-earnings ratio of 44.848.

In other club news, Hans-Joachim Watzke, a key figure at Borussia Dortmund, has announced his decision to withdraw his candidacy for the club’s presidency if the current president is proposed by the election committee. This move underscores the ongoing internal dynamics and leadership discussions within the club.

As Borussia Dortmund navigates these financial and organizational challenges, the club remains a significant player in the entertainment and sports industry, continuing to captivate fans worldwide with its on-field performances and strategic off-field decisions. For more detailed information, fans and investors can visit the club’s official website at www.borussia-dortmund.de .