Knorr-Bremse Overview
- Year Founded
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1905
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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30,913
- Stock Symbol
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KBX
- Investments
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51
- Share Price
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$109.28
- (As of Friday Closing)
Knorr-Bremse General Information
Description
Knorr-Bremse AG is engaged in the development, production, marketing, and servicing of Automotive parts. It operates its business activities in two divisions: Rail Vehicle Systems and Commercial Vehicle Systems. Its product portfolio comprises Braking, entrance, and HVAC systems; power electric and control technology; digital solutions; couplers; signal systems; pneumatic braking systems; energy supply and distribution systems; wiper and wash systems; and others. Maximum of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific. The majority of its revenue is from Europe/Africa.
Contact Information
Website
www.knorr-bremse.comCorporate Office
- Moosacher Strasse 80
- 80809 Munich
- Germany
Corporate Office
- Moosacher Strasse 80
- 80809 Munich
- Germany
Knorr-Bremse Stock Performance
As of 13-Nov-2026, Knorr-Bremse’s stock price is $109.28. Its current market cap is $17.6B with 161M shares.
(As of Friday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $109.28 | $109.89 | $94.32 - $136.56 | $17.6B | 161M | 163K | $4.45 |
Knorr-Bremse Financials Summary
As of 30-Sep-2026, Knorr-Bremse has a trailing 12-month revenue of $9.4B.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 30-Sep-2026 | FY 2025 31-Dec-2025 | FY 2024 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2023 31-Dec-2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 21,000,159 | 20,052,479 | 13,989,451 | 12,350,438 |
| Revenue | 9,422,673 | 8,817,624 | 8,530,185 | 8,576,530 |
| EBITDA | 1,652,163 | 1,434,824 | 1,138,368 | 1,270,357 |
| Net Income | 718,029 | 602,355 | 481,534 | 598,388 |
| Total Assets | 10,900,184 | 10,434,139 | 10,004,058 | 9,118,444 |
| Total Debt | 3,605,044 | 3,622,524 | 4,106,097 | 3,050,904 |
Knorr-Bremse Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
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Knorr-Bremse Comparisons
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Knorr-Bremse Competitors (46)
One of Knorr-Bremse’s 46 competitors is HELLA (Industrial Supplies and Parts), a Corporate Backed or Acquired company based in Lippstadt, Germany.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HELLA (Industrial Supplies and Parts) | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Lippstadt, Germany | ||||
| Kongsberg Automotive | Formerly PE-Backed | Kongsberg, Norway | ||||
| BorgWarner | Corporation | Auburn Hills, MI | ||||
| Carraro Group | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Padua, Italy | ||||
| ElringKlinger | Corporation | Dettingen/Erms, Germany |
Knorr-Bremse Patents
Knorr-Bremse Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE-102025116363-A1 | Electro-pneumatic brake control system for a towing vehicle capable of being coupled with a vehicle trailer and method for operating the electro-pneumatic brake control system | Pending | 29-Apr-2025 | ||
| DE-102025116364-A1 | Electro-pneumatic brake control system for a towing vehicle capable of being coupled with a vehicle trailer and method for operating the electro-pneumatic brake control system | Pending | 29-Apr-2025 | ||
| WO-2026228982-A1 | Electro-pneumatic brake control system for a towing vehicle that can be coupled to a vehicle trailer, and method for operating the electro-pneumatic brake control system | Pending | 29-Apr-2025 | ||
| WO-2026228983-A1 | Electro-pneumatic brake control system for a towing vehicle that can be coupled to a vehicle trailer, and method for operating the electro-pneumatic brake control system | Pending | 29-Apr-2025 | ||
| JP-2026172109-A | Steering system | Pending | 14-Apr-2025 |
Knorr-Bremse Signals
Knorr-Bremse Investors
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds | Contact Info |
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Knorr-Bremse Investments & Acquisitions (51)
Knorr-Bremse’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with Travis for . The deal was made on 30-Apr-2026.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Travis | 30-Apr-2026 | Merger/Acquisition | Business/Productivity Software | ||
| Digital Services Developer (Knorr-Bremse / Wagh) | 12-Jan-2026 | Joint Venture | Business/Productivity Software | ||
| Duagon | 05-Jan-2026 | Merger/Acquisition | Electrical Equipment | ||
| Kendrion (Automotive Business) | 11-Oct-2025 | Merger/Acquisition | Alternative Energy Equipment | ||
| Alstom (North American Conventional Signalling Business) | 30-Aug-2024 | Merger/Acquisition | Other Commercial Services |
Knorr-Bremse ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated November, 04, 2026
16.58 | Low Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
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10-20
Med
20-30
High
30-40
Severe
40+
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Knorr-Bremse Exits (9)
Knorr-Bremse’s most recent exit was on 30-Jan-2017 from Kiepe Electric. The exit was categorized as .
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiepe Electric | 30-Jan-2017 | Completed |
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| GT Emissions Systems | 01-Jan-2016 | Completed |
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| PowerTech Converter | 30-Jan-2014 | Completed |
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| Gemini Rail Services UK | 26-Aug-2013 | Completed |
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| Stadler MR Sweden | 05-Aug-2013 | Merger/Acquisition | Completed |
Knorr-Bremse Affiliates
Subsidiaries (16)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icer Rail | Pamplona, Spain | 2010 | |
| Travis | Tilburg, Netherlands | 2010 | |
| Kalmar Tågkompetens | Kalmar, Sweden | 2005 | |
| Knorr-Bremse Investment | Munich, Germany | 2000 | |
| M.S Resistances | Saint-Chamond, France | 2000 |
Knorr-Bremse FAQs
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When was Knorr-Bremse founded?
Knorr-Bremse was founded in 1905.
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Where is Knorr-Bremse headquartered?
Knorr-Bremse is headquartered in Munich, Germany.
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What is the size of Knorr-Bremse?
Knorr-Bremse has 30,913 total employees.
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What industry is Knorr-Bremse in?
Knorr-Bremse’s primary industry is Rail.
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Is Knorr-Bremse a private or public company?
Knorr-Bremse is a Public company.
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What is Knorr-Bremse’s stock symbol?
The ticker symbol for Knorr-Bremse is KBX.
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What is the current stock price of Knorr-Bremse?
As of 13-Nov-2026 the stock price of Knorr-Bremse is $109.28.
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What is the current market cap of Knorr-Bremse?
The current market capitalization of Knorr-Bremse is $17.6B.
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What is Knorr-Bremse’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for Knorr-Bremse is $9.4B.
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Who are Knorr-Bremse’s competitors?
HELLA (Industrial Supplies and Parts), Kongsberg Automotive, BorgWarner, Carraro Group, and ElringKlinger are some of the 46 competitors of Knorr-Bremse.
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What is Knorr-Bremse’s annual earnings per share (EPS)?
Knorr-Bremse’s EPS for 12 months was $4.45.
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