The Platform Group AG Completes Portfolio Disposal to Focus on Core Business Strategy

The Platform Group AG, a leading software company for platform solutions, has completed the disposal of three portfolio companies classified as non-core assets. As announced by the Management Board in its presentation on 12 November 2025, the companies Emco Electroroller, Aplanta, and X-Mobility were sold as planned in the fourth quarter of 2025. Together, these companies previously accounted for a revenue volume of 0.2% within the TPG Group, with disposal proceeds in the single-digit million euro range. This transaction represents a deliberate strategic shift for the company, which operates in 28 industries with platform solutions serving both B2B and B2C customers in sectors ranging from furniture retail to luxury fashion.

Dr. Dominik Benner, CEO of The Platform Group, emphasized the strategic rationale behind the disposals, stating, "As communicated in November, we intend to focus more strongly on relevant, larger shareholdings, thereby increasing our margin and actively acquiring additional companies in this area. In this context, we are pleased to have now completed the disposal of three smaller shareholdings, as announced in November." This statement clarifies that the company is not merely divesting assets but is actively reshaping its portfolio to prioritize investments with greater strategic alignment and profitability potential. The move follows the company's Q3 earnings call on 6 November 2025, where financial figures for the first nine months were presented, and management confirmed its commitment to both the current year's forecast and the medium-term plan for 2026.

Importantly, the Management Board has confirmed that the disposed companies have no impact on the forecast for the 2025 and 2026 financial years, indicating that these divestitures were carefully planned to avoid disruption to the company's financial trajectory. This stability is significant given The Platform Group's substantial operational scale, with 19 locations across Europe, headquarters in Düsseldorf, and 2024 sales of EUR 525 million with an operating result (EBITDA adjusted) of EUR 33 million. The disposal of assets representing only 0.2% of group revenue suggests these companies were peripheral to the core business, allowing for their removal without material financial consequence.

The strategic implications of this portfolio disposal extend beyond mere asset sales. By shedding non-core holdings like Emco Electroroller, Aplanta, and X-Mobility, The Platform Group is signaling a clear intent to concentrate resources on its most promising business segments. This focus on "relevant, larger shareholdings" suggests a future strategy of targeted acquisitions in areas that complement its existing platform solutions, potentially enhancing market position and operational efficiency. The company's ability to execute this planned disposal while maintaining financial forecasts demonstrates disciplined management and strategic foresight, qualities essential for navigating competitive software markets. For stakeholders, this move reinforces confidence in management's ability to deliver on communicated strategies without compromising financial stability, as detailed in corporate communications available at https://corporate.the-platform-group.com.