OPmobility (PASTF) Full Year 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Financial Performance Amidst …

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**Revenue:** EUR11.5 billion, a 1.7% increase on a like-for-like basis versus 2024.

**EBITDA:** EUR1.1 billion, an 8% increase versus 2024.

**Operating Margin:** EUR490 million, up 11.4% from 2024, representing a 60 basis points increase to 4.2%.

**Net Income:** EUR185 million, a 9% increase compared to 2024.

**Free Cash Flow:** EUR297 million, up 20% versus 2024.

**Net Debt:** Reduced by EUR167 million to EUR1.4 billion.

**Net Debt to EBITDA Ratio:** Decreased from 1.7 to 1.4.

**Exterior and Lighting Sales:** EUR5.3 billion, stable versus 2024.

**Modules Sales:** EUR3.6 billion, close to a 6% increase.

**Powertrain Sales:** EUR2.6 billion, a 1.4% increase on a like-for-like basis.

**Dividend Proposal:** EUR0.49 per share, representing a 37.7% payout ratio.

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Release Date: February 25, 2026

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

Positive Points

OPmobility (PASTF) achieved a significant improvement in financial performance, with EBITDA exceeding EUR 1 billion for the first time since 2019, marking an 8% increase from 2024.

The company successfully reduced its net debt to EBITDA ratio from 1.7 to 1.4, demonstrating strong financial discipline and a robust business model.

OPmobility (PASTF) achieved carbon neutrality on Scope 1 and 2 emissions in 2025, including the integration of newly acquired lighting activities.

The company reported a strong free cash flow generation of EUR 297 million, up 20% from 2024, highlighting effective cash management.

OPmobility (PASTF) secured two-thirds of its 2025 order intake from regions outside Europe, indicating successful geographical diversification and growth potential in North America and Asia.

Negative Points

The company faced challenges with OEM volumes and supply chain volatility, particularly in the semiconductor sector, impacting customer operations.

Despite overall growth, OPmobility (PASTF) experienced a 1.5% decrease in revenues in Europe, with specific declines in Mexico and Canada due to trade tariffs and slower ramp-ups.

The lighting segment continued to suffer from a poor order book prior to acquisition, impacting its performance and profitability.

The market dynamics in China are expected to be significantly down in 2026, which could affect overall sales stability.

The company is still facing competitive pressures in the lighting business, particularly from Chinese players, which could impact future growth and market share.

 






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Q & A Highlights

Q: Can you comment on the diverging trends for powertrain and exterior and lighting margin trends in H2? A: There was no significant deviation in profitability between H1 and H2. Both exterior and C-Power posted solid profitability. In H1, we did EUR260 million of operating margin, and in H2, EUR230 million, with slightly lower sales in H2. This is usual seasonality, and there’s no trend of reduced margins in either business. - Olivier Dabi, CFO

Q: Can you give us some indications about CapEx trends in '26? A: In '25, we reduced CapEx to 4.4% of sales. We have a capital allocation framework where CapEx is around 5%. This will be the level we will reach while still improving free cash flow. - Olivier Dabi, CFO

Q: What should we expect for organic revenue dynamics in 2026, especially in the US and India? A: For 2026, sales will be stable versus 2025. The market is projected to be stable, with the Chinese market significantly down. Growth in the US and India is expected to start impacting in 2027. The module activity will show significant growth, with projects like the robotaxi kicking in soon. - Felicie Burelle, CEO

Q: Can you provide details about the Hyundai Mobis lighting acquisition and its financial implications? A: The Hyundai Mobis lighting business has sales of over EUR1 billion, with five plants globally. It’s a profitable business, and we have the financial means to acquire it without affecting our share count. This acquisition will more than double our market share in lighting. - Felicie Burelle, CEO

Q: What were the key drivers for the notable Q4 margin performance, and how sustainable is it into 2026? A: The Q4 performance was due to volatility throughout the year and compensation negotiations with customers, which often conclude by year-end. In H2, we achieved EUR15 million more in operating margin than in H2 2024, thanks to customer discussions and cost-saving initiatives. - Felicie Burelle, CEO and Olivier Dabi, CFO

For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript.

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