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Holcim Ltd (HOLN:SWX) Strategic SWOT, PESTLE Analysis and Financial Insights - A 360 Review of Opportunities, Challenges and Risk, Corporate and ESG Strategies, Competitive Intelligence, Financial and Operational KPI's, and Recent Trends
Company Report I 2024-09-19 I 98 Pages I Quaintel Research
Report Summary
Holcim Ltd (HOLN:SWX) Strategic SWOT, PESTLE Analysis and Financial Insights - A 360 Review of Opportunities, Challenges and Risk, Corporate and ESG Strategies, Competitive Intelligence, Financial and Operational KPI's, and Recent Trends Trends Report is a comprehensive and easily accessible overview of Holcim Ltd's business operations. It provides a detailed analysis of the company's financial and strategic standing, as well as its position in the industry compared to competitors. The report includes several key features to facilitate decision-making and provide insights into the company's performance.
The report begins with in-depth information about Holcim Ltd including key insights, business segments, key executives, locations, products and services, historical events, corporate strategy, and management discussions. This section provides a solid foundation for understanding the company's key attributes.
Next, the report assesses Holcim Ltd's strategic standing through various analyses. The ESG spotlight evaluates the company's environmental, social, and governance performance, providing insights into its sustainability efforts and ethical practices. The SWOT analysis examines the company's internal strengths and weaknesses, as well as external opportunities and threats. The PESTLE analysis evaluates the external factors impacting the company's operations and market environment. Additionally, By integrating these strategic analyses, the report offers a comprehensive understanding of Holcim Ltd's overall strategic standing and supports informed decision-making and strategic planning.
The report also covers Holcim Ltd's financial analysis basis of latest income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow statement. Key financial ratios related to profitability, asset turnover, credit, market, and long-term solvency are outlined, providing guidance for investment decisions. Furthermore, the report compares Holcim Ltd's financial parameters with those of its competitors, offering a unique analysis of the competitive landscape. This information helps manage the business environment and improve sales activities by gaining insight into competitors' operations.
Finally, the report includes recent news and deal activities undertaken by Holcim Ltd enhancing awareness of the company's business trends, growth perspectives, and more.
Key Highlights
Holcim Ltd, now known as Holcim Group, is a global leader in building materials and solutions. The company is headquartered at Switzerland. Established in 1833 following the merger of Lafarge and Holcim, the company combines over 180 years of experience in the construction industry. Holcim operates in four main segments: cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, and solutions and products. These segments allow the company to provide comprehensive building materials and innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Holcim Group's geographical footprint spans across more than 70 countries, with a strong presence in both developed and emerging markets.
The company's operations are strategically positioned to serve a broad range of construction projects, from small residential buildings to large-scale infrastructure developments. By integrating sustainability into its core operations, Holcim Group is committed to driving a circular economy and reducing its carbon footprint. This is achieved through innovative products and solutions that enhance resource efficiency and promote sustainable construction practices. As a leader in the construction materials industry, Holcim continues to invest in research and development to deliver cutting-edge solutions that meet the evolving demands of the construction sector.
Holcim Ltd in the News:-
- 03-Sep-2024 - Holcim announces leadership appointments
- 26-Jul-2024 - Record profitable growth in H1
- 27-Jun-2024 - Holcim to Deploy Artificial Intelligence to Reinforce Manufacturing Capacity for Customers
- 27-Jun-2024 - HOLCIM TO DEPLOY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TO REINFORCE MANUFACTURING CAPACITY FOR CUSTOMERS
- 27-Jun-2024 - Holcim to deploy Artificial Intelligence to reinforce manufacturing capacity for customers
Scope
- Tactical Analysis:- Various strategic frameworks to gain insights into a company's competitive position and operational environment. These analytical tools assist in identifying competitive advantages, potential risks, and areas for improvement and efficiency, enabling companies to make informed tactical decisions.
- Business Strategy:- Contributes to shaping the company's overall direction, goals, and decision-making processes, ensuring long-term success and alignment with stakeholder expectations.
- Financial Position:- Provide valuable information on the financial performance and investor sentiment surrounding the company. Indicating the level of confidence and expectations in the company's future prospects. These components collectively contribute to understanding the financial health and market perception of the company.
- Company Fundamentals:- These fundamentals offer valuable insights into the company's history, operations, leadership, and geographical presence, aiding in a comprehensive understanding of the organization.
- Competitive Landscape:- An identification of the company's main competitors, providing insights into the competitive landscape it operates in.
Reasons to Buy
- Comprehensive Understanding of the Holcim Ltd's internal and external factors through SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, Financial Analysis, and Competitors Benchmarking.
- Strive Strategic Decision Making with various analyses and identifying potential customers and suppliers.
- Mitigate Risk with help of thorough analysis of internal and external factors. Furthermore, develop strategies and contingency plans to address these challenges and minimize their impact on business operations.
- Competitive Benchmarking will help to gain a competitive advantage by understanding industry trends, customer preferences, and best practices.
- Financial Performance Evaluation provides crucial insights into key financial ratios and trends, supporting better financial decision-making and resource allocation.
- Valuable insights from the report enable investors and partners to make informed decisions regarding potential Collaborations, Investments, or Partnerships with the company.
Additionally, available deep-dive analysis on the company Holcim Ltd:
- Holcim Ltd Value Chain Analysis
- Holcim Ltd Porter's Five Forces Analysis
- Holcim Ltd VRIO Analysis
- Holcim Ltd BCG Analysis
- Holcim Ltd Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning (STP) Analysis
- Holcim Ltd Ansoff Matrix Analysis
Table of Contents
COMPANY EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1
Table of Contents 2
Tables 6
Charts 7
Holcim Ltd - Key Company Facts 8
Holcim Ltd - Company Description 9
Holcim Ltd - Top Executives 10
Holcim Ltd- Head Office & Locations 11
Head Office - Country 11
Holcim Ltd - Products and Services 12
Products 12
Services 13
Holcim Ltd - Company's Mission and Vision 14
Vision 14
Holcim Ltd - Corporate Strategy 15
Holcim Ltd - Business Description 19
Asia, Middle East & Africa 20
Europe 21
Latin America 21
North America 22
Solutions & Products 22
Holcim Ltd - ESG Spotlight 24
Environment 24
Social 25
Corporate Governance 25
Holcim Ltd - SWOT Analysis 27
Overview 27
Strengths 29
Weaknesses 32
Opportunities 33
Threats 35
Holcim Ltd - PESTLE Analysis 37
Overview 37
Political Factors 39
Economic Factors 41
Social Factors 42
Technological Factors 43
Legal Factors 45
Environmental Factors 46
Holcim Ltd - Financial Deep Dive 49
Share Price Trend - Mar-2024to Sep-2024 (Average Share Closing Price) 49
Profit and Loss Statement 51
Summary of Profit and Loss Statement 51
Balance Sheet 53
Summary of Balance Sheet 53
Cash Flow Statement 55
Summary of Cash Flow Statement 55
Key Financial Ratio Analysis 57
Holcim Ltd - Ratio Charts 58
Activity Ratio Charts 58
Growth Ratios Charts 59
Leverage Ratio Charts 60
Liquidity Ratio Charts 60
Profitability Ratio Charts 62
Competing Players 63
Snapshot of Competing Players 64
CRH Plc 64
Key Company Facts 64
Company Description 64
Snapshot of Competing Players 66
HeidelbergCement AG 66
Key Company Facts 66
Company Description 66
Snapshot of Competing Players 68
Kingspan Group Plc 68
Key Company Facts 68
Company Description 68
Snapshot of Competing Players 70
Boral Ltd 70
Key Company Facts 70
Company Description 70
Snapshot of Competing Players 72
UltraTech Cement Ltd 72
Key Company Facts 72
Company Description 72
Holcim Ltd - In the News 74
03-Sep-2024- Holcim announces leadership appointments 74
26-Jul-2024- Record profitable growth in H1 75
27-Jun-2024- Holcim to Deploy Artificial Intelligence to Reinforce Manufacturing Capacity for Customers 78
27-Jun-2024- HOLCIM TO DEPLOY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TO REINFORCE MANUFACTURING CAPACITY FOR CUSTOMERS 79
27-Jun-2024- Holcim to deploy Artificial Intelligence to reinforce manufacturing capacity for customers 80
24-Jun-2024- HOLCIM ACQUIRES CAND-LANDI GROUP TO ACCELERATE DECARBONIZATION AND CIRCULARITY IN SWITZERLAND 81
05-Jun-2024- HOLCIM ADVANCES CIRCULAR CONSTRUCTION WITH ACQUISITION OF LAND RECOVERY IN THE UK 82
05-Jun-2024- Holcim advances circular construction with acquisition of Land Recovery in the UK 83
16-May-2024- Holcim Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art GO4ZERO Plant in Belgium for Net Zero Cement 84
16-May-2024- HOLCIM BREAKS GROUND OF STATE-OF-THE-ART GO4ZERO PLANT IN BELGIUM FOR NET ZERO CEMENT 85
08-May-2024- Holcim Publishes Agenda for 2024 Annual General Meeting 86
03-Apr-2024- Holcim Proposes Catrin Hinkel as New Independent Member of Its Board of Directors 87
15-Mar-2024- HOLCIM LAUNCHES SHARE BUYBACK PROGRAM OF CHF 1 BILLION 88
Holcim Ltd- Key Deals 89
08-Jul-2024 - Holcim acquires Mark Desmedt to accelerate circular construction as a driver of profitable growth 89
24-Jun-2024 - Holcim acquires Cand-Landi Group to accelerate decarbonization and circularity in Switzerland 90
24-Jun-2024 - Holcim Advances Circular Construction with Acquisition of Land Recovery in the UK 90
05-Apr-2024 - Holcim to Acquire Tensolite 91
Appendix 92
Definitions 92
SWOT Analysis 92
PESTLE Analysis 92
Value Chain Analysis 92
ESG Spotlight 92
Financial Deep Dive 92
Financial Ratios - 93
Activity Ratios 93
Growth Ratios 94
Leverage Ratios 95
Liquidity Ratios 96
Market Ratios 97
Profitability Ratios 97
Research Methodology 98
Disclaimer 99
Contact Us 99
Tables
Table 1: Holcim Ltd - Company Facts
Table 2: Holcim Ltd - Top Executives
Table 3: Holcim Ltd - Products
Table 4: Holcim Ltd - Services
Table 5: Holcim Ltd - Share Price Trend - Mar-2024 to Sep-2024
Table 6: Holcim Ltd- Ratio Analysis - 2018-2021
Table 7: Holcim Ltd -Competing Players
Charts
Figure 1: Holcim Ltd- SWOT Analysis 28
Figure 2: Holcim Ltd - PESTLE Analysis 38
Figure 3: Holcim Ltd - Average Share Price Trend - Mar-2024 to Sep-2024 50
Figure 4: Holcim Ltd - Profit and Loss Statement - 2018-2021 52
Figure 5: Holcim Ltd - Balance Sheet - 2020-2023 54
Figure 6: Holcim Ltd - Cash Flow Statement 2020-2023 56
Figure 7: Holcim Ltd - Activity Ratio Charts 58
Figure 8: Holcim Ltd - Growth Ratio Charts (Value %) 59
Figure 9: Holcim Ltd - Leverage Ratio Charts 60
Figure 10: Holcim Ltd - Liquidity Ratio Charts 61
Figure 11: Holcim Ltd - Profitability Ratio Charts (Value %) 62
Figure 12: Competing Players - CRH Plc - Key Financials 65
Figure 13: Competing Players - HeidelbergCement AG - Key Financials 67
Figure 14: Competing Players - Kingspan Group Plc - Key Financials 69
Figure 15: Competing Players - Boral Ltd - Key Financials 71
Figure 16: Competing Players - UltraTech Cement Ltd - Key Financials 73
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