Ad-hoc: Preliminary results of HeidelbergCement in the first quarter of 2021 significantly above market expectations

In the course of preparing the quarterly statement for the first quarter of 2021 of HeidelbergCement AG, the preliminary Q1 financial figures deviate significantly from current capital market expectations. Capital market expectations are based on the average values of the latest consensus estimates of financial analysts, compiled by Vara Research on 14 April 2021. 

Therefore, HeidelbergCement is already publishing the following preliminary key figures from the quarterly statement for the first quarter of 2021:

• Preliminary revenue amounts to €3,958 million (previous year: 3,930) in Q1 2021. The capital market expects €3,873 million for this key figure.
• The preliminary result from current operations before depreciation and amortisation (operating EBITDA) amounts to €538 million (previous year: 405) in Q1 2021. The capital market expects €436 million for this key figure.
• The preliminary result from current operations (operating EBIT) amounts to €223 (previous year: 59) million in Q1 2021. The capital market expects €92 million for this key figure.

The quarterly statement for the first quarter of 2021 will be published on 6 May 2021.

About HeidelbergCement

HeidelbergCement is one of the world’s largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions, with leading market positions in aggregates, cement, and ready-mixed concrete. Around 53,000 employees at more than 3,000 locations in over 50 countries deliver long-term financial performance through operational excellence and openness for change. At the center of actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As forerunner on the path to carbon neutrality, HeidelbergCement crafts material solutions for the future.

Disclaimer – forward-looking statements

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