Kardex

SW:KARN Switzerland Specialty Industrial Machinery
Market Cap
$2.13 Billion
CHF1.95 Billion CHF
Market Cap Rank
#5717 Global
#33 in Switzerland
Share Price
CHF252.50
Change (1 day)
+0.80%
52-Week Range
CHF192.40 - CHF335.00
All Time High
CHF335.00
About

Kardex Holding AG provides intralogistics solutions, automated storage solutions, and materials handling systems worldwide. It operates through two segments, Automated Products and Standardized Systems. The company develops, produces, and maintains dynamic storage and retrieval systems; offers integrated material handling systems and automated high bay warehouses; and storage and picking solution… Read more

Kardex (KARN) - Total Assets

Latest total assets as of June 2025: CHF494.60 Million CHF

Based on the latest financial reports, Kardex (KARN) holds total assets worth CHF494.60 Million CHF as of June 2025.

Total assets represent everything the company owns and controls, combining both current assets—like cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, and inventories—and non-current assets such as property, plant, equipment (PP&E), intangible assets, and long-term investments.

Kardex - Total Assets Trend (2002–2024)

This chart illustrates how Kardex’s total assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by total assets.

Kardex - Asset Composition Analysis

Current Asset Composition (December 2024)

Kardex's total assets of CHF494.60 Million consist of 70.7% current assets and 29.3% non-current assets.

Asset Category Amount (CHF) % of Total Assets
Cash & Equivalents CHF42.50 Million 27.6%
Accounts Receivable CHF115.90 Million 23.5%
Inventory CHF82.20 Million 16.7%
Property, Plant & Equipment CHF72.00 Million 14.6%
Intangible Assets CHF6.90 Million 1.4%
Goodwill CHF0.00 0.0%

Asset Composition Trend (2002–2024)

This chart illustrates how Kardex's asset composition has evolved over time. Understanding changes in asset allocation can provide insights into the company's strategic shifts, capital allocation priorities, and business focus evolution.

Key Asset Composition Facts

  • Current vs. Non-Current Assets: Kardex's current assets represent 70.7% of total assets in 2024, an increase from 55.2% in 2002.
  • Cash Position: Cash and equivalents constituted 27.6% of total assets in 2024, up from 8.0% in 2002.
  • Tangible vs. Intangible: Intangible assets (including goodwill) make up 1.0% of total assets, a decrease from 20.0% in 2002.
  • Asset Diversification: The largest asset category is accounts receivable at 23.5% of total assets.

Kardex Competitors by Total Assets

Key competitors of Kardex based on total assets are shown below.

Company Country Total Assets
Hanil Vacuum Co. Ltd
KQ:123840
Korea ₩115.98 Billion
Ivisionworks Co.,Ltd.
KQ:469750
Korea ₩50.10 Billion
Huayi Compressor Co Ltd
SHE:000404
China CN¥15.16 Billion
Shenyang Machine Tool Co Ltd
SHE:000410
China CN¥9.63 Billion
North Industries Group Red Arrow Co Ltd
SHE:000519
China CN¥17.38 Billion
Changchai Co Ltd
SHE:000570
China CN¥5.30 Billion
Jiangsu Youli Investment Holding Co Ltd
SHE:000584
China CN¥3.49 Billion
Baota Industry Co Ltd
SHE:000595
China CN¥9.54 Billion

Kardex - Asset Efficiency Metrics

Asset efficiency metrics measure how effectively a company uses its assets to generate revenue and profits. These indicators help investors evaluate management's ability to deploy capital efficiently.

Asset Turnover Ratio

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate sales

Historical Range: 1.35 - 1.66

Strong asset utilization - Kardex generates 1.60x its asset value in annual revenue.

Return on Assets (ROA)

Measures how efficiently a company uses its assets to generate profits

Historical Range: 10.38% - 16.35%

Excellent ROA - For every $100 in assets, Kardex generates $ 16.35 in net profit.

Kardex - Liquidity and Working Capital Analysis

Liquidity ratios measure a company's ability to pay off its short-term debts as they come due, using the company's current or quick assets. Working capital represents the operational liquidity available.

Key Liquidity Metrics

Metric Current 1 Year Ago 5 Years Ago
Current Ratio 1.69 1.82 2.23
Quick Ratio 1.55 1.65 2.02
Cash Ratio 0.53 0.74 1.21
Working Capital CHF136.60 Million CHF 135.90 Million CHF 111.00 Million

Kardex - Advanced Valuation Insights

This section examines the relationship between Kardex's asset base and its market valuation, helping to identify whether the company's assets are efficiently translated into market value.

Key Valuation Metrics

Current Price-to-Book Ratio 8.30
Latest Market Cap to Assets Ratio 3.15
Asset Growth Rate (YoY) 16.9%
Total Assets CHF493.50 Million
Market Capitalization $1.55 Billion USD

Valuation Analysis

Premium Asset Valuation: The market values Kardex's assets at a significant premium ( 3.15x), suggesting investors see substantial growth potential or unique competitive advantages.

Rapid Asset Growth: Kardex's assets grew by 16.9% over the past year, indicating significant expansion of the company's resource base.

Annual Total Assets for Kardex (2002–2024)

The table below shows the annual total assets of Kardex from 2002 to 2024.

Year Total Assets Change
2024-12-31 CHF493.50 Million +16.89%
2023-12-31 CHF422.20 Million +15.96%
2022-12-31 CHF364.10 Million +7.79%
2021-12-31 CHF337.80 Million +21.82%
2020-12-31 CHF277.30 Million -4.31%
2019-12-31 CHF289.80 Million +9.40%
2018-12-31 CHF264.90 Million +10.28%
2017-12-31 CHF240.20 Million +3.53%
2016-12-31 CHF232.00 Million +5.26%
2015-12-31 CHF220.40 Million +12.97%
2014-12-31 CHF195.10 Million +1.99%
2013-12-31 CHF191.30 Million -18.87%
2012-12-31 CHF235.80 Million -6.61%
2011-12-31 CHF252.50 Million -18.15%
2010-12-31 CHF308.50 Million +27.01%
2009-12-31 CHF242.90 Million -12.81%
2008-12-31 CHF278.60 Million +10.42%
2007-12-31 CHF252.30 Million -13.18%
2006-12-31 CHF290.60 Million +1.40%
2005-12-31 CHF286.60 Million -12.73%
2004-12-31 CHF328.41 Million +10.69%
2003-12-31 CHF296.70 Million -1.18%
2002-12-31 CHF300.24 Million --