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7. Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (XETRA:SIE.DE)

Dividend Yield as of February 6: 2.51%

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: N/A

Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (XETRA:SIE.DE), headquartered in Munich, Germany, is a global technology company that operates through five main segments – Digital Industries, Smart Infrastructure, Mobility, Siemens Healthineers, and Siemens Financial Services. The company provides automation systems, industrial software, AI-driven solutions for factories and production lines, energy-efficient buildings, renewable energy solutions, rail transport and infrastructure, medical imaging devices, diagnostic tools, and investment, leasing, and financing solutions.

On February 5, Siemens Mobility received its first order for Vectron locomotives with battery modules, allowing them to operate short distances without overhead power lines. This eco-friendly innovation reduces emissions and improves logistics efficiency. JeMyn AG, affiliated with Widmer Rail Services, is the client who ordered the Vectron locomotives with battery modules, with delivery set for 2027. The battery module enables efficient shunting operations without additional locomotives, resulting in cost efficiency and sustainability.

2024 was a strong financial year for Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (XETRA:SIE.DE), supported by high demand for electrification, transportation, and industrial software. Although automation faced challenges in 2024, Siemens delivered record profits for the year. The company also acquired Altair for $10 billion in October 2024, with the intention of strengthening its position in industrial software and AI. Additionally, Siemens completed the sale of Innomotics, securing a €2.0 billion gain to be reflected in fiscal 2025.

For fiscal 2024, Siemens Aktiengesellschaft (XETRA:SIE.DE) reported €9.5 billion in free cash flow. The company aims to follow a disciplined capital allocation strategy, focusing on targeted investments for profitable growth. Siemens raised its dividend to €5.20 per share from €4.70 in 2023, offering a 2.5% dividend yield. It is one of the best dividend stocks, ranking 7th on our list.