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Heidelberg Materials expects operating profit to rise as construction sector stabilises

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review®

Posted on February 25, 2026

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Last updated: February 25, 2026

Heidelberg Materials expects operating profit to rise as construction sector stabilises - Finance news and analysis from Global Banking & Finance Review

Quick Summary

Heidelberg Materials forecasts 2026 operating profit of €3.4–€3.75bn, up to 10.3% from 2025, citing stabilising construction demand in Europe and North America. Analysts expect around €3.7bn.

Heidelberg Materials Sees Profit Growth as Construction Markets Steady

2026 Outlook and Profit Guidance

FRANKFURT, Feb 25 (Reuters) - Heidelberg Materials, the world's second-largest cement maker, expects its core construction markets, including Europe and North America, to stabilise further in 2026, it said on Wednesday, expecting operating profit to rise by up to 10.3%.

RCO Forecast Range

The company expects a result from current operations (RCO) of 3.4 billion euros to 3.75 billion euros ($4.0 billion - $4.4 billion) this year, compared with 3.4 billion in 2025.

Company-Provided Poll

Analyst Consensus

Analysts in a poll provided by the company expect RCO of 3.7 billion euros.

Currency Reference

($1 = 0.8477 euros)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Christoph Steitz, Editing by Linda Pasquini)

Key Takeaways

•Company guides 2026 result from current operations to €3.4–€3.75bn, implying up to 10.3% growth over 2025.
•Management expects further stabilisation in core construction markets across Europe and North America.
•Analyst consensus pegs 2026 RCO near €3.7bn, aligning with company guidance.
•Outlook builds on cost discipline and pricing strategy after a solid prior-year performance.
•Article cites Reuters report dated Feb 25 from Frankfurt.

Frequently Asked Questions about Heidelberg Materials expects operating profit to rise as construction sector stabilises

1What is the main topic?

Heidelberg Materials’ 2026 profit outlook, with guidance for operating profit (RCO) to rise as construction markets stabilise.

2What profit range did the company guide for 2026?

It expects a result from current operations of €3.4–€3.75 billion, implying up to 10.3% growth versus 2025.

3Why is profit expected to rise?

Management cites stabilising demand in core construction markets, particularly in Europe and North America, alongside ongoing cost and pricing discipline.

2026 Outlook and Profit Guidance

RCO Forecast Range

The company expects a result from current operations (RCO) of 3.4 billion euros to 3.75 billion euros ($4.0 billion - $4.4 billion) this year, compared with 3.4 billion in 2025.

Company-Provided Poll

Analyst Consensus

Analysts in a poll provided by the company expect RCO of 3.7 billion euros.

Currency Reference

($1 = 0.8477 euros)

Reporting Credits

(Reporting by Christoph Steitz, Editing by Linda Pasquini)

Key Takeaways

•Company guides 2026 result from current operations to €3.4–€3.75bn, implying up to 10.3% growth over 2025.

•Management expects further stabilisation in core construction markets across Europe and North America.

•Analyst consensus pegs 2026 RCO near €3.7bn, aligning with company guidance.

•Outlook builds on cost discipline and pricing strategy after a solid prior-year performance.

•Article cites Reuters report dated Feb 25 from Frankfurt.

Frequently Asked Questions

1What is the main topic?

Heidelberg Materials’ 2026 profit outlook, with guidance for operating profit (RCO) to rise as construction markets stabilise.

2What profit range did the company guide for 2026?

It expects a result from current operations of €3.4–€3.75 billion, implying up to 10.3% growth versus 2025.

3Why is profit expected to rise?

Management cites stabilising demand in core construction markets, particularly in Europe and North America, alongside ongoing cost and pricing discipline.