By Andrea Figueras
CIE Automotive, a leading Spanish automotive supplier, announced on Friday that it had achieved higher sales and earnings in the first half of the year, defying challenging market conditions characterized by low volumes and high inflation. The company also reaffirmed its growth plan for 2025.
Solid Financial Results
During the first half of the year, CIE Automotive recorded a notable 11% increase in net income, reaching an impressive sum of 178.3 million euros ($198.5 million). This growth in profitability was supported by a rise in revenue, which climbed by 8.1% to reach EUR2.01 billion. Additionally, the company’s earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the same period saw a strong improvement, rising to EUR270.1 million from EUR232.2 million.
Focus on Future Growth
Despite the adverse circumstances stemming from low volumes and inflation, CIE Automotive expressed confidence in its outlook for the remainder of the year. The company anticipates that 2023 will bring positive developments and intends to share more details about its full-year financial guidance in due course.
Unfazed by the challenges, CIE Automotive remains committed to executing its strategic plan aimed at surpassing the market growth rate by 20 percentage points over the next five years, leading to substantial revenue expansion. Furthermore, the company aims to achieve an EBITDA margin exceeding 19%.
In conclusion, CIE Automotive has demonstrated resilience in navigating a difficult landscape marked by low volumes and inflationary pressures. With its strong first-half performance and determination to pursue its ambitious growth plan for 2025, the company is well-positioned for continued success.
