KONE Oyj reports solid third‑quarter performance and outlines 2026 reporting timetable
Finnish elevator and escalator specialist KONE Oyj (NASDAQ OMX Helsinki: KNEBV) released its third‑quarter financial results on 23 October 2025, confirming that the company is on track to meet its revenue and operating‑profit targets for the year. The company also announced the schedule for its 2026 financial reporting cycle.
Third‑quarter results
KONE’s operating revenue for the September‑ending quarter rose by 0.3 percent to €2 762 million (up from €2 753.6 million), a figure that is in line with the consensus of analysts at €2 767.5 million. Operating profit increased to €334.4 million, 1 percent above expectations, giving KONE an operating margin of 12.1 percent versus the 11.6 percent consensus. The results were driven by a continued rebound in demand for both new installations and maintenance services, particularly in North America and the Asia‑Pacific regions.
The company’s guidance for the full year 2025 was modestly raised, reflecting the stronger-than‑expected quarterly performance and a stable outlook for the global construction market. KONE remains confident that its integrated services—installations, maintenance, and modernization of elevators, escalators and automatic building doors—will continue to generate reliable cash flow.
2026 reporting timetable
In a stock‑exchange release dated 23 October 2025, KONE announced that its financial reporting for 2026 will follow the schedule below:
| Period | Report type |
|---|---|
| January‑March 2026 | Interim Report |
| April‑June 2026 | Interim Report |
| July‑September 2026 | Interim Report |
| Full year 2026 | Annual Report (Financial Statements Bulletin) |
The company will publish a bulletin for the 2025 financial year in early 2026, providing a comprehensive overview of its performance over the previous calendar year. This schedule aligns with KONE’s commitment to transparency and timely disclosure, which has helped maintain investor confidence.
Market context
KONE’s share price closed at €57.90 on 21 October 2025, within a 52‑week range of €45.42 to €70.00. The stock’s performance reflects the broader stability of the industrial machinery sector, as well as investor optimism about the company’s growth prospects in the high‑growth building‑automation and smart‑city markets.
Forward‑looking view
With a solid third‑quarter performance and a clear reporting roadmap for 2026, KONE demonstrates resilience in a cyclical industry. Its focus on modernizing existing assets, expanding digital services, and pursuing sustainable building solutions positions the company to capture value from the global shift toward smarter, more connected infrastructures.
