Manz AG Financial Update
Manz AG, a high-tech equipment manufacturer based in Reutlingen, Germany, has recently been in the spotlight due to significant developments in its shareholding structure. The company, which operates in the Information Technology sector with a focus on Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment, is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. As of June 18, 2025, Manz AG’s close price was recorded at 0.2425 EUR, with a market capitalization of 2,870,000 EUR. The company’s stock has experienced substantial volatility over the past year, with a 52-week high of 8.04 EUR on October 6, 2024, and a 52-week low of 0.0861 EUR on May 18, 2025. The price-to-earnings ratio stands at -0.068921, reflecting the company’s current financial challenges.
Recent Shareholding Changes
On June 17, 2025, Manz AG issued a statement in compliance with § 40 Abs. 1 WpHG, aimed at ensuring the information’s widespread dissemination across Europe. This announcement detailed a significant change in the company’s shareholding structure, specifically involving Shanghai Electric Hong Kong Co. Limited and Shanghai Electric Newage Company Limited, both based in Hong Kong.
The key points from the announcement include:
Mittelbare Veräußerung (Indirect Disposal) of Shares: Shanghai Electric Hong Kong Co. Limited reported an indirect disposal of shares with voting rights. This development is crucial as it indicates a shift in the company’s ownership structure.
Mittelbarer Erwerb (Indirect Acquisition) of Shares: Concurrently, Shanghai Electric Newage Company Limited disclosed an indirect acquisition of shares with voting rights. This move suggests a strategic interest in gaining influence within Manz AG.
Stakeholder Impact: Shanghai Electric Germany Holding GmbH remains a significant shareholder, having crossed the 3% threshold on June 3, 2025. The latest filings indicate that Shanghai Electric Newage Company Limited now holds a 14.9% stake in Manz AG, marking a substantial increase in its influence over the company.
Total Voting Rights: The total number of voting rights remains unchanged at 10,251,088, as per the latest disclosure.
These developments are pivotal for Manz AG, as they reflect a reshuffling of major stakeholders, potentially impacting the company’s strategic direction and governance. The involvement of entities affiliated with Shanghai Electric underscores a growing interest from major players in the high-tech equipment manufacturing sector.
For further details on Manz AG’s operations and strategic initiatives, interested parties can visit their official website at www.manz.com . The company continues to focus on its core business segments: Electronics, Solar, and Energy Storage, leveraging its expertise in automation, metrology, laser processing, and other advanced technologies.