Jenoptik raises 2026 forecast amid strong semiconductor demand

Technology group Jenoptik has raised its full-year 2026 forecast following strong performance in its semiconductor equipment business. The company reported significant year-on-year increases in revenue, operating profit (EBITDA), and order intake during the first nine months of 2026.

Management, led by CEO Dominic Dorfner, expressed optimism for the remainder of the year, projecting an EBITDA margin of approximately 22 percent. This exceeds previous analyst expectations of 20 to 21 percent. The company's growth is largely driven by its role as a key supplier of high-precision micro-optics to ASML, a major manufacturer of lithography systems used in chip production.

Following the announcement, Jenoptik's shares rose by approximately nine percent, making it a top performer in the MDAX.