Bucher Industries Confirms 2026 Outlook Amid Modest Q1 Demand

Bucher Industries, a Swiss technology group, reported modest demand in the first quarter of 2026 despite strong pre-orders from Kuhn Group. The company's overall sales dropped compared to the same period last year, although Bucher Municipal and Bucher Hydraulics showed positive performance. Challenges remain due to increasing political uncertainties.

The Kuhn Group experienced a decline in order intake, mainly due to reduced investment willingness among farmers affected by lower milk prices and rising production costs. Conversely, Bucher Municipal saw an increase in order intake, driven by demand for winter equipment and refuse vehicles, although sales decreased, especially outside Europe.

Bucher Hydraulics reported increased demand, especially in construction machinery solutions. Meanwhile, Bucher Emhart Glass faced decreased demands for major projects, though there were signs of stabilization. The group expects stable sales for 2026, maintaining its efforts to optimize costs and efficiency across divisions.