Despite reporting a staggering 71% surge in pre-tax profits to €107.3 million and record quarterly revenue of €1.08 billion (+7.4%), Sixt’s shares plummeted up to 6% as results narrowly missed analyst expectations. The European market drove growth, with premium rentals—now 54% of fleet—boosting margins, while cost-cutting measures improved efficiency.
Short-Term Disappointment vs. Long-Term Strength
The stock’s drop highlights market sensitivity to minor earnings deviations, even as Sixt confirmed its annual targets: revenue growth of 5–10% and a 10% pre-tax margin. The company has overcome last year’s challenges, including electric vehicle depreciation, and maintains cautious fleet expansion. Despite the dip, shares remain up 16% year-to-date, underscoring the resilience of its premium-focused strategy.
