At its Annual General Meeting held in Munich on June 17, 2026, CANCOM SE shareholders approved all resolutions proposed by the Executive Board and the Supervisory Board by a large majority, endorsing the company's strategic direction. Key approvals included a dividend of EUR 1.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, maintaining the company's consistent dividend policy, and the renewal of authorization to acquire and use treasury shares, providing flexibility for future capital returns.
Thomas Stark, CFO of CANCOM SE, addressed the meeting, reflecting on the challenging 2025 financial year characterized by a subdued market environment that stabilized as the year progressed. He highlighted two key growth drivers: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and digital sovereignty. Companies and public sector clients continue investing in high-performance, secure, and sovereign IT infrastructures, while industrial AI applications offer significant efficiency and innovation potential. "Increased productivity through high-performance IT infrastructures is a key element in our customers' competitiveness. Our priority remains clear: profitable growth, greater operational efficiency through the use of AI, and sustainable value creation for our shareholders," Stark stated.
For the current fiscal year 2026, the Executive Board confirmed its forecast, expecting consolidated revenues between EUR 1,750 million and EUR 1,850 million, EBITDA of EUR 110 million to EUR 130 million, and EBITA of EUR 55 million to EUR 75 million. The company plans to consistently pursue its strategic development, focusing on AI and digital sovereignty to drive growth. CANCOM SE believes it is well positioned to grow profitably and create long-term shareholder value, even in a challenging market environment, thanks to its clear focus, stable capital allocation, and operational efficiency measures.
The approval of the dividend and share buyback authorization signals confidence in the company's financial health and commitment to shareholder returns. The renewed authorization allows CANCOM to continue repurchasing shares, providing a mechanism to return capital flexibly. This decision comes as the company navigates a market that, while challenging, offers opportunities in AI and sovereign IT solutions.
CANCOM SE, a leading digital business provider and AI enabler, supports companies, organizations, and the public sector in their digital transformation. With a comprehensive portfolio covering AI, security, data center, cloud, IoT, and modern workplace solutions, the company serves clients across the DACH region, Belgium, Slovakia, Romania, and the Czech Republic. The company's approximately 5,300 employees work from around 80 locations, supported by a strong partner network. In 2025, CANCOM generated annual turnover of around EUR 1.7 billion. The parent company, CANCOM SE, is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the TecDAX and SDAX indices (ISIN DE0005419105).
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