Koenig & Bauer AG Announces Share‑Ownership Change and Productive Innovation

Share‑ownership disclosure

On 12 November 2025, Koenig & Bauer AG disclosed that LOYS SICAV, a registered investment entity in Luxembourg, had acquired 2.61 % of the company’s voting rights. The acquisition involved 431 115 shares, corresponding to the statutory threshold of 3 % or more. The disclosure was filed pursuant to § 40 Abs. 1 WpHG and published in the company’s official notice on 14 November 2025 at 08:36 UTC+1.

The stake represents an increase from the previous reporting period, during which the company held 4.03 % of its own voting rights. The change in ownership does not affect the overall control structure of the company, as the total voting power held by all shareholders remains unchanged. Nevertheless, the acquisition brings an additional institutional investor into the shareholder base, potentially influencing future voting outcomes on strategic matters.

Productive benchmark in Akzidenz printing

On 13 November 2025, Koenig & Bauer AG announced that its Rapida 106 X printing system had achieved new productivity benchmarks in the Akzidenz‑printing market. According to a press release issued by the company, the Rapida 106 X delivered record‑setting throughput rates while maintaining high print quality for high‑volume book, magazine, and packaging jobs. The system’s advanced automation and workflow integration are expected to reduce cycle times and operating costs for customers.

The announcement follows a series of product launches that reinforce Koenig & Bauer’s position as a leading supplier of web and sheet‑fed roller printing systems. By emphasizing efficiency and reliability, the company aims to attract new clients and retain existing ones in an increasingly competitive industry.

Market context

Koenig & Bauer AG’s share price closed at €10.22 on 12 November 2025, reflecting a modest decline from the 52‑week high of €17.82 reached on 1 April 2025. The market cap stands at €166.9 million, and the price‑earnings ratio is negative at –10.82, indicating that the company is currently trading below earnings expectations.

The company’s activities—particularly the recent stake acquisition and the launch of the Rapida 106 X—are likely to influence investor sentiment. While the stake acquisition introduces a new institutional participant, the productivity gains reported for the Rapida 106 X may support future revenue growth and operational efficiency.

The information presented above is based exclusively on the financial news releases and the fundamental data provided for Koenig & Bauer AG.