KION stock faces lower 2027 earnings forecasts after Q3 update
Published on 11/03/2026 at 18:23 | Editorial responsibility: Rafael Müller, Editor-in-Chief AD HOC NEWSAnalysts reset the earnings view
- Analysts trimmed their 2027 earnings-per-share forecast after KION's third-quarter update.
- The consensus price target remained unchanged despite the lower earnings outlook.
- KION will explain its new segment structure and IFRS 18 reporting changes on November 5.
Analysts have lowered their earnings expectations for KION Group after the company's third-quarter update, adding a new layer to the investment debate beyond the reduced 2026 outlook. Simply Wall St reported on Monday, November 2, that 14 analysts now forecast 2027 revenue of 12.1 billion euros and statutory earnings per share of 3.49 euros, compared with previous estimates of 12.2 billion euros and 3.56 euros.
The real-time quote of KION stock was 33.75 euros on Lang & Schwarz at 18:13 CET on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 0.56 percent below the Xetra close of Tuesday, November 3. The Xetra close was 33.94 euros, according to Fiscal.ai.
Forecast cuts stay limited
Simply Wall St said the revenue revision was modest, while the earnings-per-share reduction pointed to a small deterioration in sentiment after the results. The consensus price target remained at 49.40 euros. The published range ran from 37 euros to 62 euros, showing a wide spread in analyst assumptions despite the unchanged central target.
KION's latest operating picture remains mixed. Intelligent Automation Solutions provided stronger growth, while weaker order intake in Industrial Trucks & Services prompted the company to lower its 2026 targets. The company now expects group revenue of 11.45 billion to 11.75 billion euros and adjusted EBIT of 815 million to 875 million euros for 2026.
Reporting changes move closer
KION has scheduled a teach-in call for Thursday, November 5, to explain a new segment structure and the implications of IFRS 18. Most leasing activities are planned to move into a separate Financial Services segment from the first quarter of 2027, while the new reporting structure is due to start with first-quarter 2027 results.
KION Group at a glance
- Company: KION Group AG
- ISIN: DE000KGX8881
- Ticker: KGX
- Exchange: Xetra
- Lang & Schwarz quote: 33.75 euros on November 3, 2026 at 18:13 CET
- Xetra close: 33.94 euros on November 3, 2026
Simply Wall St's analysis of the updated forecasts keeps the focus on earnings conversion and order momentum rather than on a change in the consensus valuation.
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