Oesterreichische Post Proposes Dividend Increase to EUR 1.83 per Share for FY 2024, with Revenue Growth and EBIT Target of EUR 200M for FY 2025.

Oesterreichische Post reported FY 2024 EPS of EUR 2.04, net income of EUR 145.9 million, and EBIT of EUR 207.3 million. Revenue reached EUR 3.123 billion, surpassing the estimated EUR 2.999 billion. The company proposed a dividend of EUR 1.83 per share (+2.8%) for the annual general meeting on April 9, 2025. The outlook for 2025 includes modest revenue growth and a targeted goal to achieve EUR 200 million in earnings (EBIT).

The Austrian Post Group reported impressive financial results for the fiscal year 2024, with revenue surpassing estimates and all divisions experiencing growth [1]. The company's revenue grew by 13.9% to €3.123 billion, driven by strong performances across all sectors.

EBITDA increased by 8.0% to €422.7 million, while EBIT rose by 9.0% to €207.3 million. The company's earnings per share (EPS) also saw a significant increase, rising from €1.96 to €2.04 (+4.1%) [1]. Operating free cash flow reached €253.9 million, a 14.6% increase from the previous year [1].

The company's strong financial performance was not limited to 2024. According to a report by EQS News, all divisions of Österreichische Post experienced growth in 2024, with the company achieving significant upticks in revenue and earnings [2].

Looking ahead to 2025, Österreichische Post remains optimistic, with modest revenue growth and a goal to achieve €200 million in earnings (EBIT) [1]. Despite a challenging economic environment, the company remains confident in its ability to achieve these targets.

The company's strong financial performance was reflected in its stock price, which remained relatively stable despite a slight decline in the days following the announcement [1]. With a solid financial foundation and a positive outlook for the future, Österreichische Post is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory.

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[1] Wallstreet Online. (2025, March 7). Österreichische Post 2024: Rekordwachstum in allen Sparten. Retrieved from https://www.wallstreet-online.de/nachricht/19083852-oesterreichische-post-2024-rekordwachstum-sparten

[2] EQS News. (2025, March 7). Österreichische Post AG / Schlagwort(e): Jahresergebnis/Quartalsergebnis ÖSTERREICHISCHE POST 2024: Umsatz- und Ergebnisanstieg in allen Divisionen. Retrieved from https://www.finanznachrichten.de/nachrichten-2025-03/64756922-eqs-news-oesterreichische-post-ag-oesterreichische-post-2024-umsatz-und-ergebnisanstieg-in-allen-divisionen-022.htm