Deutsche Beteiligungs AG
DBAN
Rank in Stocks
#13470
Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG) is a distinguished private equity firm,... Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAG) is a distinguished private equity firm, employing both direct investment and fund-of-funds strategies. Through its direct investments, DBAG specializes in providing various forms of capital—including expansion, growth, and bridge financing—for management buyouts (MBOs), management buy-ins (MBIs) for experienced executives, and add-on acquisitions within the middle market. It also supports corporate spin-offs, succession planning, and generational transitions in family-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as well as companies approaching an initial public offering (pre-IPO). As a fund-of-funds investor, DBAG allocates capital to other private equity funds. The firm explicitly excludes investments in start-up and early-stage ventures. DBAG demonstrates a strong preference for a diverse set of industries, including automotive suppliers, industrial manufacturing, mechanical and plant engineering, building materials, measurement and automation technology, specialty chemicals, support service providers, printing, media, broadband/telecommunications, IT services/software, healthcare, and packaging. Further areas of interest encompass manufacturers of industrial components or machinery for varied sectors, industrial support services, and logistics. While these are primary focuses, the firm has a proven history of successful investments across other sectors too. Geographically, DBAG primarily targets companies headquartered or possessing significant ties within the German Mittelstand, the DACH region (Germany, Austria, Switzerland), France, the Netherlands, the United States, and other European countries, particularly German-speaking nations. Its focus within emerging European markets extends to the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, and Slovakia. Typically, DBAG commits equity investments ranging from €10 million to €75 million, targeting companies with revenues between €30 million and €500 million, and enterprise values from €35 million to €300 million. However, the firm maintains flexibility to consider smaller enterprises, participate in larger transactions, or structure deals requiring up to €200 million in equity for opportunities exceeding the standard enterprise value range. Co-investment opportunities with other firms are also pursued. DBAG aims to secure either majority or minority ownership stakes in its portfolio companies. Common investment triggers include the spin-off of non-core activities from large corporations, divestitures from other financial investors, or the need for growth capital. The firm actively seeks representation on the advisory or supervisory boards of its portfolio companies, with a typical investment holding period of approximately eight years. Established in 1965, Deutsche Beteiligungs AG is headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, and maintains an additional office in Milan, Italy.
Share Price
$22.50
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$387.95M
Change (1 day)
2.88%
Change (1 year)
-19.41%
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EPS for Deutsche Beteiligungs AG (DBAN)
EPS as of June 2026 TTM: $-1.14
According to Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's latest financial reports, its current EPS (TTM) is $-1.14. At the end of 2025 the company had an EPS of $1.63, a decrease compared to its 2024 EPS of $2.84.
EPS history for Deutsche Beteiligungs AG from 2002 to 2026
EPS at the end of each year
| Year | EPS | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | $-1.14 | -169.79% |
| 2025 | $1.63 | -42.59% |
| 2024 | $2.84 | -52.33% |
| 2023 | $5.96 | -217.13% |
| 2022 | $-5.09 | -140.86% |
| 2021 | $12.45 | -1,111.60% |
| 2020 | $-1.23 | -139.36% |
| 2019 | $3.13 | 45.70% |
| 2018 | $2.15 | -64.59% |
| 2017 | $6.06 | 59.05% |
| 2016 | $3.81 | 83.45% |
| 2015 | $2.08 | -49.73% |
| 2014 | $4.13 | 36.80% |
| 2013 | $3.02 | -23.74% |
| 2012 | $3.96 | -347.78% |
| 2011 | $-1.60 | -148.95% |
| 2010 | $3.27 | 62.68% |
| 2009 | $2.01 | -144.93% |
| 2008 | $-4.47 | -135.65% |
| 2007 | $12.54 | 0.00% |
| 2006 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| 2005 | 0.00 | -100.00% |
| 2004 | $1.29 | 456.17% |
| 2003 | $0.23 | -77.88% |
| 2002 | $1.05 | 0.00% |
EPS for similar companies or competitors
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| $44.57 | -4,018.24% |
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Questions about Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS)
What is Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS)?
Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) over the last twelve months is $-1.14, as of Jun 2026.
What was Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) in 2025?
In 2025, Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) was $1.63, 42.61% less than in 2024 ($2.84).
How has Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) was highest in 2021 ($12.45) and lowest in 2022 ($-5.09).
How does Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) compare with similar companies?
Deutsche Beteiligungs AG's earnings per share (EPS) ($-1.14) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is BlackRock, Inc., with $44.57.