DF Deutsche Forfait AG Reports Positive Trade Finance Growth in H1 2025

DF Deutsche Forfait AG reported a significant 12% increase in business volume, reaching EUR 118.1 million in the first half of 2025, driven by its core 'Trade Finance' segment. Gross profit saw a 23% rise to EUR 5.8 million. However, Earnings Before Taxes (EBT) fell to EUR 1.1 million, attributed to higher personnel costs from recent acquisitions and investment in new sectors.

The company's diversification efforts included investments in DF Vagabund and the acquisition of a blood plasma company, marking its entry into the food & beverage and health & pharma sectors. The CEO highlighted the impact of geopolitical changes on business operations while expressing optimism about new market opportunities.

For the remainder of 2025, DF AG anticipates a modest 5-10% uptick in business volume and a 15-25% increase in gross profits, albeit with an expected 50% decline in EBT.