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Continental AG expects tariffs, foreign exchange to weigh on Q2 tyre margins

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Posted on July 2, 2025

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FRANKFURT (Reuters) -German car parts supplier Continental AG said on Wednesday headwinds related to U.S. import tariffs and foreign exchange rates would hit sales and profits at its core tyre

Continental AG expects tariffs, foreign exchange to weigh on Q2 tyre margins

FRANKFURT (Reuters) -German car parts supplier Continental AG said on Wednesday headwinds related to U.S. import tariffs and foreign exchange rates would hit sales and profits at its core tyre division in the second quarter.

Quarterly sales at the division are expected to decrease slightly while the adjusted EBIT margin would likely come in at the lower end of the guidance, the group said in a summary of a regular call with analysts and investors ahead of quarterly results.

Continental had last week cut its outlook for the tyre division, now expecting an adjusted EBIT margin of around 12.5-14.0% in 2025.

(Reporting by Christoph Steitz and Christina Amann; Editing by Emelia Sithole-Matarise)

Key Takeaways

  • Continental AG expects Q2 tyre margins to be affected by tariffs.
  • Foreign exchange rates are also a concern for Continental AG.
  • The tyre division's sales are projected to decrease slightly.
  • Adjusted EBIT margin is expected at the lower end of guidance.
  • Continental revised its tyre division outlook for 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

What factors are expected to impact Continental AG's tyre margins?
Continental AG expects that U.S. import tariffs and foreign exchange rates will negatively affect sales and profits at its core tyre division.
What is the forecast for quarterly sales in the tyre division?
Quarterly sales at the tyre division are anticipated to decrease slightly, as indicated in a summary of a regular call with investors.
What is the adjusted EBIT margin outlook for Continental AG's tyre division?
Continental AG has cut its outlook for the tyre division, now expecting an adjusted EBIT margin of around 12.5-14.0% in 2025.

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