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BASF SE unveils strategy presentation outlining growth plans, cost efficiency, and sustainability goals

BASF SE has announced a strategy to enhance cost efficiency and drive growth, including a €1 billion cost improvement program at Ludwigshafen by 2026. The plan involves production optimization, structural adjustments, procurement savings, plant closures, and central maintenance consolidation. BASF aims for an EBITDA of €10-12 billion by 2028 and a free cash flow of over €12 billion between 2025-2028. The strategy also focuses on AI-driven productivity gains and organizational simplification.

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BASF Coatings Prioritizes Climate Action and Sustainability in Business Strategy

BASF SE, through BASF Coatings, emphasizes climate protection, eco-efficient solutions, and sustainable products. The company prioritizes UN SDGs, including climate protection, clean energy, and gender equality. Nearly 70% of its global electricity needs are met with renewable energy. BASF Coatings offers CO2-reduced products and supports emission-reducing processes across its value chain.

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Barclays Keeps Their Hold Rating on BASF SE (0BFA)

Barclays analyst Gaurav Jain has maintained a Hold rating on BASF SE, setting a price target of €41.00. Jain, who focuses on the Consumer Defensive sector, has an average return of 6.0% and a 51.75% success rate. Jefferies also issued a Hold rating for BASF SE, while Goldman Sachs maintained a Buy rating on the same day.

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BASF SE Plans Agricultural Solutions Listing on Frankfurt Stock Exchange

BASF SE plans to list its Agricultural Solutions business on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, guided by a new management board focusing on innovation and customer needs during the listing process. This announcement was made on November 11, 2025.

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Jefferies Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on BASF SE (0BFA)

Jefferies has reaffirmed a Hold rating on BASF SE (0BFA) with a price target of €43.00, as reported by Chris Counihan. He focuses on the Basic Materials sector and has an average return of -1.9% with a 52.24% success rate. UBS also issued a Hold rating for BASF SE, while Deutsche Bank maintained a Buy rating on the stock.

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