Knorr-Bremse Overview
- Year Founded
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1905
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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32,549
- Stock Symbol
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KBX
- Investments
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43
- Share Price
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$93.12
- (As of Tuesday 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. Majority of revenue is from Rail Vehicle System. Its geographical segments are Europe/Africa, North America, South America, and Asia-Pacific.
Contact Information
Website
www.knorr-bremse.deCorporate Office
- Moosacher Straße 80
- 80809 Munich
- Germany
Corporate Office
- Moosacher Straße 80
- 80809 Munich
- Germany
Knorr-Bremse Stock Performance
As of 22-Apr-2025, Knorr-Bremse’s stock price is $93.12. Its current market cap is $15B with 161M shares.
(As of Tuesday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $93.12 | $92.36 | $69.55 - $105.32 | $15B | 161M | 208K | $2.99 |
Knorr-Bremse Financials Summary
As of 31-Dec-2024, Knorr-Bremse has a trailing 12-month revenue of $8.53B.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2024 31-Dec-2024 | FY 2023 31-Dec-2023 | FY 2022 31-Dec-2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 14,016,389 | 14,016,389 | 12,269,844 | 10,407,361 |
| Revenue | 8,530,185 | 8,530,185 | 8,576,530 | 7,517,259 |
| EBITDA | 1,138,368 | 1,138,368 | 1,270,357 | 1,046,005 |
| Net Income | 481,534 | 481,534 | 598,388 | 514,426 |
| Total Assets | 10,004,058 | 10,004,058 | 9,118,444 | 8,730,988 |
| Total Debt | 4,106,097 | 4,106,097 | 3,050,904 | 3,060,577 |
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 (42)
One of Knorr-Bremse’s 42 competitors is Forvia Hella, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forvia Hella | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Lippstadt, Germany | ||||
| BorgWarner | Corporation | Auburn Hills, MI | ||||
| Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Avon, OH | ||||
| BENTELER International | Formerly PE-Backed | Salzburg, Austria | ||||
| Carraro Group | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Padua, Italy |
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Knorr-Bremse Patents
Knorr-Bremse Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DE-202025100791-U1 | Brake pad and disc brake for a commercial vehicle with integrated sensor for drive and/or braking torque measurement | Active | 17-Feb-2025 | ||
| DE-202025100264-U1 | Screw for connecting a plastic element to a base element | Active | 20-Jan-2025 | ||
| GB-202416445-D0 | Trailer braking system | Pending | 17-Sep-2024 | ||
| GB-202413708-D0 | Trailer braking system | Pending | 17-Sep-2024 | ||
| GB-202413709-D0 | Trailer braking system | Pending | 17-Sep-2024 |
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Knorr-Bremse Investors
| Investor Name | Investor Type | Holding | Investor Since | Participating Rounds | Contact Info |
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Knorr-Bremse Investments & Acquisitions (43)
Knorr-Bremse’s most recent deal was a Merger/Acquisition with Alstom (North American Conventional Signalling Business) for . The deal was made on 30-Aug-2024.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
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| Alstom (North American Conventional Signalling Business) | 30-Aug-2024 | Merger/Acquisition | Other Commercial Services | ||
| Alisea | 28-Sep-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Electrical Equipment | ||
| Rail Vision | 21-Jun-2023 | PIPE | Electronic Equipment and Instruments | ||
| Westcode UK | 28-Feb-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Rail | ||
| Cojali | 31-Oct-2022 | Merger/Acquisition | Industrial Supplies and Parts |
Knorr-Bremse ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated March, 28, 2025
16.44 | Low Risk
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10-20
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20-30
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30-40
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Knorr-Bremse Exits (7)
Knorr-Bremse’s most recent exit was on 30-Jan-2017 from Vossloh Kiepe. The exit was categorized as .
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
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| Vossloh Kiepe | 30-Jan-2017 | Completed |
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| PowerTech Converter | 30-Jan-2014 | Completed |
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| Gemini Rail Group | 26-Aug-2013 | Completed |
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| Stadler MR Sweden | 05-Aug-2013 | Completed |
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| Sydac | 16-Dec-2009 | Merger/Acquisition | Completed |
Knorr-Bremse Affiliates
Subsidiaries (15)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icer Rail | Pamplona, Spain | 2010 | |
| Kalmar Tågkompetens | Kalmar, Sweden | 2005 | |
| Knorr-Bremse Investment | Munich, Germany | 2000 | |
| M.S Resistances | Saint-Chamond, France | 2000 | |
| Knorr-Bremse Systemy Kolejowe Polska | Krakow, Poland | 1999 |
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 32,549 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 22-Apr-2025 the stock price of Knorr-Bremse is $93.12.
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What is the current market cap of Knorr-Bremse?
The current market capitalization of Knorr-Bremse is $15B.
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What is Knorr-Bremse’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for Knorr-Bremse is $8.53B.
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Who are Knorr-Bremse’s competitors?
Forvia Hella, BorgWarner, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, BENTELER International, and Carraro Group are some of the 42 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 $2.99.
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