EQS-News: SCHOTT Pharma AG & Co. KGaA / Key word(s): Quarterly / Interim Statement/Quarter Results
SCHOTT Pharma delivers solid final third-quarter results
12.08.2025 / 07:00 CET/CEST
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SCHOTT Pharma delivers solid final third-quarter results

  • Q3 2025 revenues up 1% yoy to EUR 256m; increase of 3% yoy at constant currencies
  • Q3 2025 EBITDA margin of 32.4% as reported and 31.7% at constant currencies
  • Share of strong-margin high-value solutions (HVS) at 60% in Q3 2025
  • Organic revenue growth for FY 2025 is expected to be around 6.0%
  • The EBITDA margin for FY 2025 is expected to be around 28.0%

SCHOTTPharma, a pioneer in pharma drug containment solutions and delivery systems, today reported a solid performance in the third quarter of the fiscal year 20251. “Our strong high-value solutions performance underscores the strength of our strategy built on innovation and trustful partnerships within the industry, even in a volatile market environment. This positions SCHOTT Pharma ideally to deliver solutions that meet the evolving needs of a dynamic, yet attractive market,” said Andreas Reisse, CEO of SCHOTT Pharma.

Resilient Q3 performance despite strong prior year comparison

In Q3 2025, revenues increased by 1% to EUR 256m, which corresponds to a 3% year-over-year (yoy) growth at constant currencies. This development is in line with expectations and reflects a particularly strong prior-year quarter, which benefited from high demand, especially in the Drug Delivery Systems (DDS) segment. In contrast, Q3 2025 was marked by a normalization of demand patterns. The main revenue driver in Q3 was the Drug Containment Solutions (DCS) segment, particularly for HVS.

Across the group, HVS accounted for 60% of revenues in Q3 and 57% of revenues in the first nine months of the fiscal year 2025, with sterile solutions and specialty vials serving as key contributors. With a yoy increase of 4 percentage points after nine months, this is a further step towards SCHOTT Pharma’s mid-term goal of generating more than 60% of revenue through strong-margin HVS.

SCHOTT Pharma significantly improved its EBITDA to EUR 83m, an increase of 11%, on both a reported and at constant currency basis, given negligible FX impact in Q3 2025. Catalysts of this increase were a positive mix shift towards HVS and efficiency gains. With EBITDA growth outpacing revenue growth, SCHOTT Pharma achieved a quarterly EBITDA margin of 32.4% on a reported basis and 31.7% at constant currencies (reported Q3 2024: 29.4%).

Revenues in the DCS segment grew by 4% to EUR 142m, close to the record quarterly revenue level achieved in Q2 2023. This performance was driven by high demand for sterile cartridges, especially for biologics and GLP-1 therapies and specialty vials for ADC treatments. EBITDA in the DCS segment increased by 28% to EUR 38m as a result of early cost improvement measures and the strong HVS momentum, which overcompensated ramp-up costs in Serbia as well as an ongoing vial production underutilization.

Revenues in the DDS segment amounted to EUR 114m, a slight decline of 2% compared to the strong prior year’s quarter. The business with prefillable glass syringes grew further, compensating for the lower demand for prefillable polymer syringes. Accordingly, the EBITDA in the segment amounted to EUR 42m, a 2% yoy decrease. A strong operational performance in the glass syringe business largely compensated for a lower polymer syringe utilization and ramp-up costs in Hungary.

Driving innovation along pharma trends

In the third quarter of 2025, SCHOTT Pharma continued to execute its strategy focused on driving innovation and expansion to accelerate growth.

To facilitate homecare, SCHOTT Pharma is introducing two cartridge innovations to the market. The first large-volume sterile cartridge in an autoinjector that SCHOTT Pharma developed in partnership with SHL Medical empowers patients to self-administer substantial amounts of medication effortlessly at home. This collaboration underscores SCHOTT Pharma’s commitment to partnerships as core engine for innovation and value creation for patients and the industry.

Additionally, SCHOTT Pharma has expanded its portfolio to include a polymer cartridge, in response to the increasing demand for sensitive biologics and patient-friendly administration. The first of its kind to comply with ISO standards, it provides enhanced design flexibility for seamless device integration and offers pharmaceutical companies an additional material choice to precisely meet their specific needs.

SCHOTT Pharma, recognized as a trusted partner within the industry, is uniquely positioned to anticipate and leverage major industry trends, including sustainability. Starting in 2027, SCHOTT Pharma plans to significantly reduce its Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions. This ambitious initiative is bolstered by SCHOTT AG, its strategic glass partner, which has commenced construction on its first electric melting tank powered with 100% green electricity. This innovative technology and optimized, future-ready glass tubing is designed to significantly cut the Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) of drug containment and delivery solutions. For example, the PCF for typical drug containment solutions such as vials can be reduced by approximately 30% compared to the current technology.  Many leading pharmaceutical companies are already committed to transitioning to this future-ready pharma glass, which has been qualified across all SCHOTT Pharma product categories and locations. By capitalizing on the largest opportunity to reduce emissions in the sector, SCHOTT Pharma is set to enhance its role as a leader in advancing environmental initiatives.

Expansion projects of SCHOTT Pharma proceeding

To meet the increasing demand and continue the growth of HVS revenue, SCHOTT Pharma consistently proceeds to expand its capacities. In Hungary, the company is investing more than EUR 100m to build additional manufacturing capacities for sterile (ready-to-use, short RTU) cartridges. The demand for these cartridges is rapidly increasing, largely driven by the growing need for diabetes and obesity therapies.

Outlook

Last week, SCHOTT Pharma specified its full year guidance based on the preliminary results in the first nine months and the outlook for the full fiscal year 2025. The company now expects organic revenue growth of around 6.0% and an EBITDA margin of around 28.0% for the fiscal year 2025. Given the continued HVS momentum, SCHOTT Pharma is confident that the long-term pharma trends will sustain highly attractive market dynamics.

New CFO appointed

Starting August 1, 2025, SCHOTT Pharma has welcomed Reinhard Mayer as its new Chief Financial Officer. Mayer brings with him a wealth of experience in corporate finance, controlling, and IT, including more than 20 years in CFO positions, most recently at Denmark-listed Nilfisk Holding A/S. He expressed his enthusiasm for joining SCHOTT Pharma, stating: “I’m eager to drive the company’s success story in the coming years and build upon this strong foundation with the SCHOTT Pharma team.” His leadership is expected to enhance the company’s strategic financial direction and reinforce its robust market position.

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Key figures Q3 2025

(in EUR m)
Q3 24
Q3 25
Δ yoy
Q3 25 (cc2)
Δ yoy (cc2)
Revenues
254
256
+1%
261
+3%
     DCS Revenues
137
142
+4%
149
+8%
     DDS Revenues
116
114
-2%
112
-4%
      Cons./Recon.
0
0
nm
0
nm
HVS revenue share
55%
60%
+5pp
EBITDA
74
83
+11%
83
+11%
     DCS EBITDA
30
38
+28%
40
+34%
     DDS EBITDA
43
42
-2%
41
-5%
      Cons./Recon.
1
3
nm
1
nm
EBITDA margin (in %)
29.4%
32.4%
+3.0pp
31.7%
+2.3pp
     DCS EBITDA margin
21.8%
26.8%
+5.0pp
27.0%
+5.2pp
     DDS EBITDA margin
37.1%
36.9%
-0.2pp
36.7%
-0.4pp
EBIT
58
63
+9%
EBIT margin (in %)
22.9%
24.7%
+1.8pp
Net income
46
46
-2%
Earnings per share (in EUR)
0.31
0.30
-1%
Cash flow from operating activities
58
55
-3
Cash flow from investing activities
-24
-38
-14
Free cash flow
34
17
-17
Total cash CAPEX
24
38
+14

Key figures 9M 2025

(in EUR m)
9M 24
9M 25
Δ yoy
9M 25 (cc2)
Δ yoy (cc2)
Revenues
720
739
+3%
760
+5%
DCS Revenues
400
414
+4%
439
+10%
DDS Revenues
320
325
+1%
321
0%
Cons./Recon.
0
0
nm
0
nm
HVS revenue share
53%
57%
+4pp
EBITDA
191
213
+11%
219
+14%
DCS EBITDA
84
100
+18%
106
+26%
DDS EBITDA
121
114
-6%
112
-8%
Cons./Recon.
-14
-1
nm
0
nm
EBITDA margin (in %)
26.6%
28.8%
+2.2pp
28.8%
+2.2pp
DCS EBITDA margin
21.1%
24.1%
+3.0pp
24.2%
+3.2pp
DDS EBITDA margin
37.9%
35.1%
-2.8pp
34.9%
-3.0pp
EBIT
144
156
+8%
EBIT margin (in %)
20.1%
21.1%
+1.0pp
Net income
116
113
-2%
Earnings per share (in EUR)
0.77
0.75
-2%
Cash flow from operating activities
149
128
-21
Cash flow from investing activities
-81
-88
-7
Free cash flow
68
39
-29
Total cash CAPEX
81
89
+8

Differences in the total numbers in the tables may be due to rounding. / nm = not meaningful

1The fiscal year runs from October to September.Q3 2025 therefore relates to the period from April 2025 to June 2025.
2CC = at constant currencies

Webcast

Andreas Reisse (CEO) and Reinhard Mayer (CFO) will speak at an analyst and investor conference call at 11:00 a.m. CET on 12 August 2025 to discuss the Q3 2025 results. The audio webcast can be followed via a conference call. The accompanying presentation can also be downloaded on the IR website: www.schott-pharma.com/investor-relations

About SCHOTT Pharma

Human health matters. That is why SCHOTT Pharma designs solutions grounded in science to ensure that medications are safe and easy to use for people around the world. Every minute, more than 25,000 people receive an injection packed in a SCHOTT Pharma product. The portfolio comprises drug containment solutions and delivery systems for injectable drugs ranging from prefillable glass and polymer syringes to cartridges, vials, and ampoules. Every day, a team of around 4,700 people from over 60 nations works at SCHOTT Pharma to contribute to global healthcare. The company is represented in all main pharmaceutical hubs with 17 manufacturing sites in Europe, North and South America, and Asia. With over 1,000 patents and technologies developed in-house and a state-of-the-art R&D center in Switzerland, the company is focused on developing innovations for the future. SCHOTT Pharma AG & Co. KGaA is headquartered in Mainz, Germany and listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange as part of the SDAX. It is majority owned by SCHOTT AG, which is owned by the Carl Zeiss Foundation. In light of this spirit, SCHOTT Pharma is committed to sustainable development for society and the environment. Currently, SCHOTT Pharma has over 1,800 customers including the top 30 leading pharma manufacturers for injectable drugs and generated revenue of EUR 957 million in the fiscal year 2024. Further information at www.schott-pharma.com

Press contact

Lea Kaiser
PR & Communications Manager
Tel.: +49 (0) 151 68917195
E-Mail : lea.kaiser@schott.com

Tobias Erfurth
Head of Investor Relations
E-Mail: ir.pharma@schott.com

Jasko Terzic, CFA
Senior Manager Investor Relations
E-Mail: ir.pharma@schott.com


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(in EUR m)
Q3 24
Q3 25
Δ yoy
Q3 25 (cc2)
Δ yoy (cc2)
Revenues
254
256
+1%
261
+3%
     DCS Revenues
137
142
+4%
149
+8%
     DDS Revenues
116
114
-2%
112
-4%
      Cons./Recon.
0
0
nm
0
nm
HVS revenue share
55%
60%
+5pp
EBITDA
74
83
+11%
83
+11%
     DCS EBITDA
30
38
+28%
40
+34%
     DDS EBITDA
43
42
-2%
41
-5%
      Cons./Recon.
1
3
nm
1
nm
EBITDA margin (in %)
29.4%
32.4%
+3.0pp
31.7%
+2.3pp
     DCS EBITDA margin
21.8%
26.8%
+5.0pp
27.0%
+5.2pp
     DDS EBITDA margin
37.1%
36.9%
-0.2pp
36.7%
-0.4pp
EBIT
58
63
+9%
EBIT margin (in %)
22.9%
24.7%
+1.8pp
Net income
46
46
-2%
Earnings per share (in EUR)
0.31
0.30
-1%
Cash flow from operating activities
58
55
-3
Cash flow from investing activities
-24
-38
-14
Free cash flow
34
17
-17
Total cash CAPEX
24
38
+14
(in EUR m)
9M 24
9M 25
Δ yoy
9M 25 (cc2)
Δ yoy (cc2)
Revenues
720
739
+3%
760
+5%
DCS Revenues
400
414
+4%
439
+10%
DDS Revenues
320
325
+1%
321
0%
Cons./Recon.
0
0
nm
0
nm
HVS revenue share
53%
57%
+4pp
EBITDA
191
213
+11%
219
+14%
DCS EBITDA
84
100
+18%
106
+26%
DDS EBITDA
121
114
-6%
112
-8%
Cons./Recon.
-14
-1
nm
0
nm
EBITDA margin (in %)
26.6%
28.8%
+2.2pp
28.8%
+2.2pp
DCS EBITDA margin
21.1%
24.1%
+3.0pp
24.2%
+3.2pp
DDS EBITDA margin
37.9%
35.1%
-2.8pp
34.9%
-3.0pp
EBIT
144
156
+8%
EBIT margin (in %)
20.1%
21.1%
+1.0pp
Net income
116
113
-2%
Earnings per share (in EUR)
0.77
0.75
-2%
Cash flow from operating activities
149
128
-21
Cash flow from investing activities
-81
-88
-7
Free cash flow
68
39
-29
Total cash CAPEX
81
89
+8

Language:
English
Company:
SCHOTT Pharma AG & Co. KGaA
Hattenbergstraße 10
55122 Mainz
Germany
ISIN:
DE000A3ENQ51
WKN:
A3ENQ5
Indices:
SDAX
Listed:
Regulated Market in Frankfurt (Prime Standard); Regulated Unofficial Market in Berlin, Dusseldorf, Hamburg, Hanover, Munich, Stuttgart, Tradegate Exchange
EQS News ID:
2182328


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