Weleda: The latest figures, news and market research on Weleda

Turnover: 413.8 million EUR (2023)

Country: Switzerland

Weleda AG is a renowned company in the field of parapharmacy that enjoys an excellent reputation in Germany and worldwide. The company was founded in Switzerland in 1921 and is now headquartered in Schwäbisch Gmünd, Germany. Weleda has made a name for itself for the production of high-quality natural cosmetics and care products, as well as anthroposophic medicines. The company is known for its comprehensive product line, which ranges from skin care and body care products to dietary supplements and medicines.

Weleda is characterized in particular by its strong focus on sustainability. The company pursues a policy of ecological and social responsibility, which is reflected in the sustainable sourcing of raw materials, the promotion of biodynamic agriculture and a commitment to fair trade practices. This commitment to sustainability and social responsibility has made Weleda a pioneer in the industry and attracts environmentally conscious and ethically minded consumers.

Another feature that sets Weleda apart from other players in the parapharmacy market is the incorporation of anthroposophical principles into product development. Anthroposophic medicine is a holistic approach to health and care that emphasizes a close connection between body, mind and spirit. Weleda integrates these principles into the manufacture of medicines and care products to support the well-being of consumers in a unique way.

The company has successfully established itself on the German market and expanded its presence worldwide. Weleda is available in many countries and has gained a loyal customer base that appreciates the high-quality and natural products. The brand is often associated with quality, sustainability and tradition.

Overall, Weleda is an outstanding company in the German parapharmacy industry, successfully operating in the market through its commitment to sustainability, its unique approach to product development and its high-quality natural products. The company has established itself as one of the leading brands and remains a key player in the parapharmacy industry in Germany and beyond.

News

Weleda aims to rejuvenate its brand and accelerate innovation 28/02/2023

The group has stopped production of homeopathic medicines at its Alsace site.
The French subsidiary cut 126 jobs
France remains the second-largest market behind Germany, accounting for 20% of group sales
Weleda relies on a distribution network built around pharmacies, parapharmacies and specialized organic retailers

Weleda discontinues homeopathy production in Huningue 06/07/2022

Weleda discontinues the production of homeopathic products at the Huningue site
127 of 290 jobs are under threat
The site is running at 30% of its capacity.
Production will be discontinued in France and continued in Germany.
The Group is looking for a buyer, production will cease in 2023
The Group's turnover in 2021 amounted to EUR 60 million.
Weleda's turnover has fallen by 36% in four years

Financial Data

DUNS: 945850246

Legal Name: WELEDA

Address: 9 RUE EUGENE JUNG , 68330 HUNINGUE

Number of employees: Entre 250 et 499 salariés (2020)

Capital: 3 400 000 EUR

Financial Data:

Year	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
Turnover	61 798 079	79 369 250	90 002 977	94 760 328	91 588 276	87 527 050	80 790 753
Gross margin (€)	41 942 245	54 712 135	62 868 366	67 200 185	64 405 987	62 133 201	61 555 048
EBITDA (€)	-9 737 589	-1 028 219	1 212 429	5 510 009	6 446 357	7 780 973	12 145 942
Operating profit (€)	-14 560 646	-5 366 053	-3 338 819	2 765 245	3 711 091	5 187 992	9 237 985
Net profit (€)	-14 931 721	-6 465 754	-774 091	2 818 107	3 225 052	4 410 004	6 991 513
Turnover growth rate (%)	-22,1	-11,8	-5	3,5	4,6	8,3	-
Ebitda margin rate (%)	-15,8	-1,3	1,3	5,8	7	8,9	15
Operating margin rate (%)	-23,6	-6,8	-3,7	2,9	4,1	5,9	11,4
Working Capital (turnover days)	61	57,4	60,1	60	50,3	34,1	37,1
Working Capital requirements (turnover days)	65,5	62,9	48,3	57,5	48,8	40,5	49,7
Net margin (%)	-24,2	-8,1	-0,9	3	3,5	5	8,7
Added value / Turnover (%)	24,3	31,3	32,9	35,2	37	37,9	45,1
Wages and social charges (€)	20 032 664	20 103 181	21 851 386	21 798 231	20 400 951	20 358 967	19 583 222
Salaries / Turnover (%)	32,4	25,3	24,3	23	22,3	23,3	24,2

Company Managers:

Position	First Name	Last Name	Age
Président du directoire	Ludovic, Guillaume, Régis	RASSAT	54
Président du conseil de surveillance	Alois	MAYER	59
Directeur général, Membre du directoire	Jean-Yves	SAFFROY	58
Vice-président du conseil de surveillance	Nataliya	ROBMANN	58
Membre du conseil de surveillance	Michaël, Georges	BRENNER VOLONTE	53