The reported earnings per share (EPS) are €1.21 (2021/22: €−0.92). The increase was particularly supported by a real estate transaction, the sale of the Indian business and positive non-cash currency effects in the financial result. In accordance with the attractive dividend policy (payout ratio of 45% to 55% of EPS), the Management Board and the Supervisory Board propose to the Annual General Meeting to pay a dividend in the amount of €0.55 per share for financial year 2022/23.
- For more information, see chapter 5 Takeover-related disclosures – composition of the subscribed capital.