Leifheit AG, a leading European brand supplier of household products, held its 2026 Annual General Meeting on June 3 at the German National Library in Frankfurt am Main, with 46.42% of share capital represented. Shareholders approved all agenda items by a large majority, including a total dividend of EUR 1.20 per eligible no-par-value bearer share. This dividend consists of an ordinary dividend of EUR 0.50 and a special dividend of EUR 0.70, yielding 7.9% based on the closing price at the end of fiscal 2025.
The meeting also approved a capital increase from company funds followed by an ordinary capital reduction, aimed at maintaining an attractive capital allocation. CEO Alexander Reindler emphasized the company's commitment to increasing shareholder value through a shareholder-oriented dividend policy while driving forward its growth and efficiency program. "To achieve this, we’re focusing on targeted marketing campaigns and strong innovations. At the same time, we're building lasting efficiency and resilience through the FOCUS performance program," Reindler stated.
In addition, the Annual General Meeting elected Stefan Bertram and Dr. Hans-Jurgen Braun to the Supervisory Board. Bertram, Managing Director at Alantra EQMC in Madrid, brings extensive experience as a European small- and mid-cap investor. Dr. Braun, a member of the Kromberg & Schubert Management Team GmbH, has deep expertise in production technology, global production and logistics networks, and transformation programs. Stefan De Loecker, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, welcomed the new members, noting they would enhance the board with valuable insights. He also thanked Larissa Bohm and Dr. Gunter Blaschke, who stepped down in spring 2026, for their dedicated service.
Stefan De Loecker was re-elected Chairman of the Supervisory Board, and Rudiger Bohle was elected Deputy Chair and Chair of the Audit Committee in May 2026. PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft was appointed as auditor for the 2026 financial year.
The approval of a special dividend reflects Leifheit's strong financial position and commitment to returning value to shareholders. The capital adjustment measures are designed to optimize the company's capital structure. The election of Bertram and Dr. Braun signals a focus on strategic corporate development and operational efficiency, aligning with the FOCUS performance program. Shareholders and analysts will likely view these decisions positively, as they reinforce the company's stability and growth prospects in the competitive household products market.
Detailed information on the Annual General Meeting and voting results is available at Leifheit Group Investor Relations. The latest images can be downloaded from Leifheit Media Library.
