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<ul><li>On October 30, 2025, Thyssenkrupp AG (TKA) spun off 49% of its stake in its naval/-marine defense-systems business, TKMS AG &amp; Co. (TKMS).</li><li>TKMS stands out as Germany’s only full-systems provider for non-nuclear submarines, surface vessels and maritime electronics.</li><li>The spin-off is part of a broader move by Thyssenkrupp to unlock shareholder value by simplifying its conglomerate structure.</li></ul>

On October 30, 2025, Thyssenkrupp AG (TKA) spun off 49% of its stake in its naval/-marine defense-systems business, TKMS AG &amp; Co. (TKMS).TKMS stands out as Germany’s only full-systems provider for non-nuclear submarines, surface vessels and maritime electronics.The spin-off is part of a broader move by Thyssenkrupp to unlock shareholder value by simplifying its conglomerate structure.

Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) Spin-off Deep Dive

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<li>Before I get into my regular update, I want to flag one chart that caught my eye.</li>
<li>The chart below shows that margins have held in there in the face tariffs. This is somewhat surprising to me.</li>
<li>This week was relatively quiet on the open-recommendations front, but I expect the news flow to pick up in the coming weeks as earnings season gets underway</li>
</ul>


Before I get into my regular update, I want to flag one chart that caught my eye.
The chart below shows that margins have held in there in the face tariffs. This is somewhat surprising to me.
This week was relatively quiet on the open-recommendations front, but I expect the news flow to pick up in the coming weeks as earnings season gets underway


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<li>Thyssenkrupp's recent financial performance and strategic progress provide a mixed outlook for investors.</li>
<li>The company is undergoing significant transformation, focusing on becoming a strategic holding entity with independently managed business segments.</li>
<li>A key element of this transformation is the planned spin-off of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems in 2025, which is on track and backed by strong shareholder support.</li>
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Thyssenkrupp's recent financial performance and strategic progress provide a mixed outlook for investors.
The company is undergoing significant transformation, focusing on becoming a strategic holding entity with independently managed business segments.
A key element of this transformation is the planned spin-off of thyssenkrupp Marine Systems in 2025, which is on track and backed by strong shareholder support.


Thyssenkrupp Is Reshaping Its Steel Future With 11,000 Job Cuts; What’s The Expected Margin Impact?

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<li>ThyssenKrupp's recent earnings call highlighted both challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a tough market environment.</li>
<li>The strategic decision to spin off Marine Systems by 2025 is underscored as a pivotal move alongside receiving a significant cash inflow from the sale of Key Electrical Steel India, bolstering the company's financial stance.</li>
<li>Notably, there is a focus on restructuring and adapting to market conditions, evidenced by ongoing negotiations with IG Metall to reconfigure their Steel Europe operations.</li>
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ThyssenKrupp's recent earnings call highlighted both challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a tough market environment.
The strategic decision to spin off Marine Systems by 2025 is underscored as a pivotal move alongside receiving a significant cash inflow from the sale of Key Electrical Steel India, bolstering the company's financial stance.
Notably, there is a focus on restructuring and adapting to market conditions, evidenced by ongoing negotiations with IG Metall to reconfigure their Steel Europe operations.


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<li>Jindal Steel International, part of the Naveen Jindal group, has offered over €2 billion (approx. INR 21,000 crore) to acquire thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, supporting its vital decarbonization projects.</li>
<li>The deal strengthens Jindal’s position in Europe’s high-grade steel market, helps bypass EU carbon tariffs under CBAM, and secures access to the region’s key automotive supply chain.</li>
<li>A high-stakes move, success depends on tackling EU regulations, integrating complex operations, and managing pension liabilities, while navigating subdued global steel demand.</li>
</ul>


Jindal Steel International, part of the Naveen Jindal group, has offered over €2 billion (approx. INR 21,000 crore) to acquire thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, supporting its vital decarbonization projects.
The deal strengthens Jindal’s position in Europe’s high-grade steel market, helps bypass EU carbon tariffs under CBAM, and secures access to the region’s key automotive supply chain.
A high-stakes move, success depends on tackling EU regulations, integrating complex operations, and managing pension liabilities, while navigating subdued global steel demand.


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ThyssenKrupp AG manufactures industrial components.  The Company produces flat rolled and cast steel, automobile parts, elevators and escalators, machine tools, bearings, nonferrous metals and plastics, develops and manages real estate, and designs and constructs factories.

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Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) Spin-off Deep Dive

On October 30, 2025, Thyssenkrupp AG (TKA) spun off 49% of its stake in its naval/-marine defense-systems business, TKMS AG & Co. (TKMS).

Richard Howe

Weekly Update (TKMS, NATL, HOH.V)

Before I get into my regular update, I want to flag one chart that caught my eye. The chart below shows that margins have held in there in the...

Richard Howe

Thyssenkrupp Is Reshaping Its Steel Future With 11,000 Job Cuts; What’s The Expected Margin Impact?

The company is undergoing significant transformation, focusing on becoming a strategic holding entity with independently managed business segments.

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hyssenKrupp's recent earnings call highlighted both challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a tough market environment.

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Jindal’s €2 Billion Bet: Can Green Steel Reshape Thyssenkrupp’s Future?

Jindal Steel offers €2 billion for thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, aiming to strengthen position in Europe's high-grade steel market and navigate EU...

Sudarshan Bhandari

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Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) Spin-off Deep Dive

On October 30, 2025, Thyssenkrupp AG (TKA) spun off 49% of its stake in its naval/-marine defense-systems business, TKMS AG & Co. (TKMS).

Richard Howe

Weekly Update (TKMS, NATL, HOH.V)

Before I get into my regular update, I want to flag one chart that caught my eye. The chart below shows that margins have held in there in the...

Richard Howe

Thyssenkrupp Is Reshaping Its Steel Future With 11,000 Job Cuts; What’s The Expected Margin Impact?

The company is undergoing significant transformation, focusing on becoming a strategic holding entity with independently managed business segments.

Baptista Research

ThyssenKrupp - Hidden Value in Elevator Business—A Game Changer?

hyssenKrupp's recent earnings call highlighted both challenges and opportunities as the company maneuvers through a tough market environment.

Baptista Research

Jindal’s €2 Billion Bet: Can Green Steel Reshape Thyssenkrupp’s Future?

​Jindal Steel offers €2 billion for thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, aiming to strengthen position in Europe's high-grade steel market and navigate EU...

Sudarshan Bhandari

Jindal Steel offers €2 billion for thyssenkrupp Steel Europe, aiming to strengthen position in Europe's high-grade steel market and navigate EU...