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Globe and Mail
5 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Ascom improves its operational performance in the first half of 2025
Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR Baar, Switzerland, August 6, 2025 First half of 2025 at a glance: Net revenue of CHF 140.0 million (H1/2024: CHF 142.1 million), reflecting a slight increase of 0.2% at constant currencies and a decrease of 1.5% at actual currencies. Incoming orders amounted to CHF 156.6 million (H1/2024: CHF 166.1 million), reflecting a decrease of 4.2% at constant currencies and a decrease of 5.7% at actual currencies. EBITDA increased by CHF 1.6 million to CHF 12.1 million (H1/2024: CHF 10.5 million), and the EBITDA margin increased by 1.2 percentage points to 8.6% (H1/2024: 7.4%). Group profit amounted to CHF 2.2 million (H1/2024: CHF 2.9 million), impacted by predominantly unrealized foreign currency exchange effects. Net cash position amounted to CHF 29.5 million (H1/2024: CHF 16.5 million), with a solid equity ratio of 37.9% (H1/2024: 36.7%). Guidance for the fiscal year 2025: Ascom reconfirms its full-year guidance with low single-digit revenue growth at constant currencies and an EBITDA margin of 9–10%. Ascom strategy 2025: mid-year momentum and what's next Ascom's strategy and transformation journey remain unchanged and clear, which is to be one of the leading providers in critical communication and collaboration in the Healthcare and Enterprise sectors. The key focus and achievements in H1/2025 have been: Ascom continued to streamline the portfolio and is completing the product containerization, laying the foundation for converged and cloud-based platforms across all segments. This has been a major investment of Ascom over the past three years to further enhance customer value and growth. Further efforts were made to improve Ascom's operational efficiency through a cost improvement plan implemented during the second half of 2024 and the first half of 2025. Ascom established a new and leaner organization with a stronger customer focus and better cost efficiency: – The number of regions was reduced from eight to three: Region North, South, and USA & Canada. – The service, operations, and solutions teams were integrated across regions for better growth and more cost-effective project delivery. These changes are expected to enable Ascom to further strengthen its position in critical communication and collaboration. capitalize on growth opportunities in Healthcare and Enterprise markets with software, nurse call, and mobility solutions. achieve continued EBITDA accretion year over year. Key markets in line with expectations The Ascom North and South regions generated results in H1/2025 in line with expectations. While the region North performed in line with the previous year, the region South showed some revenue growth (at constant currencies), but a decline in incoming orders. The current market uncertainty in the USA and Canada delayed customer decisions and had a negative impact on order intake and revenue conversion in H1/2025, which was further compounded by the adverse currency evolution of the US Dollar in the first half of 2025. The book-to-bill ratio remains at a healthy 1.12. Order backlog stood at CHF 309.6 million per 30.6.2025 (CHF 311.5 million per 30.6.2024), a decline of CHF 1.9 million or 0.6%. In constant currencies, order backlog increased by 3.7%. Increased EBITDA margin Gross profit in the first half of 2025 amounted to CHF 67.2 million, and the gross margin reached 48.0% (H1/2024: 47.3%). EBITDA came to CHF 12.1 million with an EBITDA margin of 8.6%, an increase of 1.2 percentage points compared to the previous year (H1/2024: CHF 10.5 million with a margin of 7.4%). EBIT was at CHF 5.0 million (H1/2024: CHF 4.0 million). As a result, Ascom closed the first half of 2025 with a Group profit of CHF 2.2 million (H1/2024: CHF 2.9 million). Solid balance sheet with equity ratio of 37.9% On 30 June 2025, cash and cash equivalents amounted to CHF 29.5 million. Ascom generated free cash flow of CHF 15.8 million in the first six months (H1/2024: CHF 2.1 million). The cash flow generation was positively impacted by higher cash from operating activities and lower investments. On 30 June 2025, the equity ratio stood at a solid 37.9% (H1/2024: 36.7%). Share buyback program To reinforce shareholder value and for the purpose of capital reduction, Ascom has launched a share buyback program up to a maximum of 3 million registered shares and up to a maximum buyback amount of CHF 15.0 million. The program started successfully. The share buyback program is planned to be closed in November 2026. Guidance for fiscal year 2025 Ascom reconfirms its full-year guidance with low single-digit revenue growth at constant currencies and an EBITDA margin of 9–10%. KEY FIGURES HALF-YEAR 2025 In CHFm, except % H1 / 2025 H1 / 2024 Incoming orders 156.6 166.1 Order backlog (at the end of the period) 309.6 311.5 Net revenue 140.0 142.1 Gross profit 67.2 67.2 EBIT 5.0 4.0 EBIT margin in % 3.6% 2.8% EBITDA 1 12.1 10.5 EBITDA margin in % 8.6% 7.4% Group profit 2.2 2.9 Number of employees (FTE) at 30.06. 1,370 1,433 1 EBITDA, earnings before interest, income tax, depreciation, and amortization, see also definition in the 2025 Half-year Report on page 5. The Ascom Group's Half-Year Report 2025 and the accompanying Half-Year Results Presentation are now available in English at In alignment with our commitment to sustainability, both the Half-Year Report 2025 and the letter to shareholders — which forms an integral part of the report — will be provided exclusively in electronic format to all shareholders via the link above. The Half-Year Results Conference Webcast 2025 starts on Wednesday, 6 August 2025, at 10.00 a.m. CEST.
Hamilton Spectator
30-07-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ascom has signed up SEC-COM to become a new distribution partner in Germany
Baar, Switzerland, July 30, 2025 The two technology providers have signed a multimillion-euro framework contract of Ascom solutions. SEC-COM Security and Communication Technology GmbH is one of the leading IT and telecommunication providers in Germany, with very strong consulting expertise and focus on future technologies. The framework agreement with Ascom covers the entire product range, including mobility solutions (IP DECT / i63 / Myco 4), clinical alarm software (Unite / Ofelia), and nurse call systems (teleCARE IP / telligence). The collaboration strengthens the position of both companies in the German healthcare market and drives digitalization in nursing homes and clinics. Guido Otterbein, Managing Director of SEC-COM, explains: 'SEC-COM develops solutions in collaboration with customers to facilitate work processes and improve safety. Ascom pursues a similar goal, providing products and solutions characterized by quality and expertise. Together, innovations for the German healthcare system are to be supported.' Nicolas Vanden Abeele, Chief Executive Officer of Ascom, states: 'We are pleased with the new partnership between SEC-COM and Ascom. This partnership enhances communication and workflow efficiency in the German healthcare sector, benefiting patients and caregivers and further strengthens Ascom's position as a leading provider in critical communication and collaboration in the German healthcare market.' Attachment
Zawya
25-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt: Ascom plans to acquire 90% of Ostool Transport's shares
Arab Finance: The board members of Asek Company for Mining (Ascom) agreed to make a purchase offer for 90% of Ostool Transport's shares, in exchange for EGP 641 million, according to a bourse filing. Ascom intends to buy 77.941 million shares in Ostool Transport, a subsidiary of Raya Holding for Financial Investments, with a nominal value of EGP 8.224 per share. Established in 1975, Ascom is involved in mining and production of calcium carbonate, sand, glass, gravel, gypsum, silica, kaolin, limestone, and other related minerals. © 2020-2023 Arab Finance For Information Technology. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Hamilton Spectator
18-06-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ascom Myco 4 becomes the world's first 5G phone certified for Mission-Critical Services
Baar, Switzerland, June 18, 2025 Ascom, a global leader in mission-critical communication and collaboration solutions across the healthcare and enterprise industries, announces that the Ascom Myco 4 has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the world's first GCF MCS-certified 5G phone. This certification underscores Ascom's dedication to innovation and excellence in mobile workflow solutions. The GCF MCS certification, a new component of the Global Certification Forum's (GCF) program, sets an industry benchmark for robust and reliable solutions for Mission Critical Services (MCS) over 5G networks. This certification guarantees that the Ascom Myco 4 meets the highest standards of reliability, security, and performance, making it an ideal choice for critical communication in all mission-critical environments. With this accomplishment, Ascom is enhancing its offerings by providing robust and reliable communication solutions for emergency responders. 'We are pleased to achieve this significant milestone as the world's first GCF MCS-certified 5G phone provider,' stated Nicolas Vanden Abeele, CEO of Ascom. 'This certification enhances our product credibility and reinforces our commitment to supporting professionals in the mission-critical healthcare and enterprise sectors with reliable and innovative solutions.' For more information about the Ascom Myco 4, please visit For more information about the Global Certification Forum and the certification itself (Ref. Number: 11758), please visit Attachment
Hamilton Spectator
28-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ascom launches share buyback program
Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR Baar, Switzerland, May 28, 2025 Ascom Holding AG will start its previously announced share buyback program on 30 May 2025. Ascom mandated Zürcher Kantonalbank to repurchase up to a maximum of 3 million registered shares on the second trading line on SIX Swiss Exchange and up to a maximum buyback amount of CHF 15 million for the purpose of capital reduction. All regulatory approvals have been obtained. The program will start on 30 May 2025 and last until 30 November 2026 at the latest. Detailed information can be found in the advertisement regarding the share buyback program on . Attachment
