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Key Takeaways
- Siemens (SIE) reported record Q4 2026 orders of €34.77 billion, significantly beating estimates of €27.52 billion, driven by massive demand for electrification and Industrial AI.
- Allianz (ALV) raised the upper end of its FY2026 operating profit target to €18.6 billion after posting a strong Q3 operating profit of €4.71 billion, up 6.2% year-over-year.
- China and the UK are engaged in high-level trade discussions regarding electric vehicles (EVs), with China urging the UK to avoid following the European Union's restrictive tariff measures.
- Siemens (SIE) proposed an increased dividend of €5.50 per share and raised its mid-term revenue growth outlook to 7%–11%.
- The European Union is reportedly considering a delay to the 10% tariff on EVs traded with the UK, providing potential relief for the automotive sector amid global competition.
Siemens Hits Record Orders on AI and Electrification Boom
Siemens (SIE) delivered an "outstanding" fourth quarter to close its 2026 fiscal year, fueled by a surge in demand for digitalization and Industrial AI. The company's orders reached €34.77 billion, far exceeding the €27.52 billion expected by analysts. Revenue for the quarter rose 10% on a comparable basis to €23.68 billion, while Industrial Business Profit hit €3.90 billion, maintaining a strong margin of 16.8%.
Looking ahead, Siemens (SIE) has raised its mid-term targets, now expecting comparable revenue growth of 7% to 11%. For fiscal 2027, the company projects EPS pre-PPA between €10.20 and €10.80. Shareholders are set to benefit from this performance with a proposed dividend increase to €5.50 per share, up from €5.35 in the previous year.
Allianz Boosts Guidance Following Strong Asset Management Performance
Allianz (ALV) reported a robust Q3 2026 operating profit of €4.71 billion, surpassing the consensus estimate of €4.20 billion. The 6.2% year-over-year growth was primarily driven by the Asset Management segment, which benefited from higher business volumes and improved margins. Total business volume for the quarter reached €44.40 billion, representing 3.0% internal growth.
On the back of these results, Allianz (ALV) has raised the upper end of its full-year 2026 operating profit target to approximately €18.6 billion. The company also confirmed the completion of its €2.5 billion share buyback program as of September 2026. Despite high market volatility and natural catastrophe losses, the firm's Solvency II ratio remains strong at 219%.
UK and China Navigate Complex EV Trade Landscape
Trade relations between the UK and China are under the spotlight as ministers exchange views on the electric vehicle (EV) sector. China's Ministry of Commerce has called on the UK to maintain "strategic autonomy" and refrain from adopting the EU's restrictive tariff model on Chinese-made EVs. This comes as the UK government simultaneously weighs a potential reduction in its own Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, with discussions ongoing about lowering the 2030 target from 80% to as low as 50%.
In a related development, reports suggest the European Union may delay a 10% tariff on EVs traded with the UK that was scheduled to begin in January. This postponement would offer a reprieve to carmakers who are currently struggling with high production costs and intense competition from Chinese manufacturers. The outcome of these multi-lateral negotiations will be critical for the global automotive supply chain heading into 2027.
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