INDUS Shareholders Approve Dividend and Strategy at 2026 Annual Meeting

At today’s Annual Shareholders’ Meeting of INDUS Holding AG held at Koelnmesse’s Congress Centre North, a large majority of the shareholders followed the proposals of the Board of Management and the Supervisory Board. In total, approximately 43.47% of the share capital with voting rights was represented. The meeting approved a dividend payment of EUR 1.30 per share and all other agenda items, including the appropriation of net retained profits, approval of actions of the Board and Supervisory Board, appointment of auditors, and re-election of Carl Martin Welcker to the Supervisory Board.

In his report, Dr. Johannes Schmidt, Chairman of the Board of Management, emphasized INDUS’ consistent focus on its own strengths: “We don’t let ourselves be distracted by things we cannot control. We build on our strengths. And we look at the opportunities.” Despite a demanding market environment with geopolitical uncertainties, continued restraint in investment, and rising material prices, INDUS considers itself strategically well positioned. The basis for this is the EMPOWERING MITTELSTAND strategy, which sets the direction even during challenging times.

A key aspect of further development is the targeted strengthening of the three growth drivers: acquisitions, internationalization, and engineering competence. Schmidt specifically emphasized the increasing role that technology and digitalization play for the portfolio companies: “We transform the companies where we can unlock potential through AI and digitalization. This is a great opportunity for INDUS companies.” This focus on transformation aligns with the broader vision articulated by Jürgen Abromeit, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, who highlighted the importance of building high-tech companies out of an economic and ecological industry, using interconnected knowledge from companies, research institutions, and startups.

Following solid business development in 2025, the Board of Management is cautiously optimistic for the current financial year. INDUS will continue to focus on resilience, operational excellence, and targeted growth. “And we are well positioned to do this,” said Schmidt. The re-election of Carl Martin Welcker, Managing Partner of Alfred H. Schutte GmbH & Co. KG, ensures continuity on the Supervisory Board, with his term running until the 2027 Annual Shareholders’ Meeting. Additionally, Authorized Capital 2026 was created and corresponding amendments to the Articles of Incorporation were approved. Further information on the meeting, including the full speech by the Chairman and voting results, is available here.