Philips’ Q3 2025 earnings revealed positive momentum with an 8% increase in comparable order intake and a 3.3% rise in comparable sales, reaching €4.3 billion. The adjusted EBITA margin improved to 12.3%, driven by productivity savings of €222 million. Free cash flow was €172 million. While tariffs posed a challenge and the Diagnosis & Treatment margin declined slightly, Philips reaffirmed its full-year guidance, projecting adjusted EBITA margin towards the upper end of its range.
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Philips (NYSE:PHG) delivered its Q3 2025 earnings report, showcasing a continued positive trajectory with key performance indicators pointing upward. The Dutch health technology giant reported an 8% increase in comparable order intake, underscoring robust demand for its products and services. Group sales reached €4.3 billion, reflecting a 3.3% rise in comparable sales.
The company’s adjusted EBITA margin expanded by 50 basis points to 12.3%, signaling improved operational efficiency and profitability. Income from operations stood at €330 million, further cementing the positive financial performance. Philips also demonstrated strong cash management, with free cash flow climbing to €172 million and operating cash flow at €327 million.
A significant driver of these results was Philips’ ongoing productivity program, which yielded €222 million in quarterly savings. The company reaffirmed its commitment to this program, remaining on track to achieve its three-year target of €2.5 billion.
Looking ahead, Philips reiterated its full-year 2025 guidance, projecting adjusted EBITA margin towards the upper end of the previously announced range. Product launches, promising clinical trial results, and sustainability advancements validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) were highlighted as key catalysts for future growth.
Positive
Order intake +8% comparable in Q3 2025
Group sales €4.3bn with comparable sales +3.3%
Adjusted EBITA margin 12.3% (+50 bps)
Free cash flow €172m in Q3 2025
Quarterly productivity savings €222m
Negative
Diagnosis & Treatment adjusted EBITA margin -80 bps to 11.8% in Q3 2025
Tariffs exerted upward cost pressure on margins across segments
Outlook excludes ongoing Philips Respironics‑related proceedings, including a US DOJ investigation
Philips reported modest revenue growth, margin expansion and stronger cash flow, and lifted guidance to the top of its margin range. Group sales reached EUR 4.3 billion with comparable order intake up 8% and comparable sales growth of 3.3%. Income from operations was EUR 330 million and adjusted EBITA margin widened by 0.5% to 12.3%. Operating cash flow of EUR 327 million and free cash flow of EUR 172 million support the reiterated full‑year outlook, now pointing toward the upper end of the 11.3%–11.8% adjusted EBITA margin range. Productivity savings of EUR 222 million this quarter and a three‑year target of EUR 2.5 billion underpin margin delivery. Watch near term: quarterly margin trajectory, realization of the EUR 2.5 billion productivity program, and the timing of the stated free cash flow range for full year 2025.
Commercial momentum shows in product launches, major partnerships, and clinical study results supporting product adoption. All segments reported comparable sales growth, led by Personal Health at 10.9% and Connected Care at 5.1%. Key commercial items include U.S. launch of Lumea IPL, new RT and cardiovascular systems, and EMaaS agreements with major California health systems. Clinical evidence arrived via a three‑year randomized study of 1,146 patients, which expands minimally invasive treatment options. Sustainability validation by SBTi and supply‑chain simplification claims add to strategic positioning. Monitor adoption pace of new devices, realized gross margin from recent launches, and contract roll‑outs across the mentioned health systems through the next 12 months.
11/04/2025 – 01:00 AM
Group Highlights
Comparable order intake growth 8%
Group sales amounted to EUR 4.3 billion, reflecting 3% increase in comparable sales
Income from operations was EUR 330 million
Adjusted EBITA margin increased by 50 basis points to 12.3% of sales
Operating cash flow of EUR 327 million, with a free cash flow of EUR 172 million
Philips reiterates full-year 2025 outlook, with margin now expected at the upper end of the range
Roy Jakobs, CEO of Royal Philips:
“In this quarter we maintained our momentum, with AI-powered innovations and long-term partnerships making a real difference for patients and consumers. We drove strong order intake and accelerated sales growth, with sustained strength in North America. We expanded margin through innovation, focused execution and cost discipline, remaining firmly on-track as we navigate an uncertain macro environment including tariffs.
We are taking disciplined action to achieve the highest standards in patient safety and quality, which remains our number one priority.
Following our landmark agreement with Indonesia’s Ministry of Health, the first Azurion system is being installed this week in East Java. This milestone marks the start of expanded access to advanced, minimally invasive care across Indonesia and demonstrates progress on our fundamentals, including supply chain agility and simplification.
Our passionate team remains fully focused on driving performance and sustaining momentum through the end of the year.”
Group and segment performance
Comparable order intake grew 8% in the third quarter, supported by continued strong performance in North America. Comparable sales grew 3.3% with growth in all segments. Margin expansion was driven by increased sales, favorable mix effects and productivity that more than offset the impact of increased tariffs. Free cash flow increased to EUR 172 million.
Diagnosis & Treatment comparable sales grew 1.3%. Adjusted EBITA margin was 11.8%, down 80 bps, mainly due to tariffs and partly offset by gross margin from recently launched innovations and productivity.
Connected Care comparable sales grew 5.1%. Adjusted EBITA margin improved 410 bps to 11.4%, driven by increased sales and productivity, partly offset by tariffs. Adjusted EBITA includes a non-recurring gain related to a minority investment.
Personal Health comparable sales grew 10.9%. Adjusted EBITA margin increased 60 bps to 17.1%, driven by increased sales and productivity, partly offset by tariffs.
Innovation highlights
Philips launched Lumea IPL in the US, bringing the world’s No. 1 Intense Pulsed Light hair removal brand to the market. The launch has seen an encouraging start with strong consumer interest.
Philips unveiled radiation therapy (RT) breakthroughs, including the advanced Rembra RT and Areta RT CT scanners, delivering clearer and more consistent images, supported by the launch of helium-free BlueSeal RT MR in North America.
Philips launched Transcend Plus, the next generation EPIQ CVx and Affiniti CVx cardiovascular ultrasound systems, including 26 FDA-cleared cardiovascular ultrasound AI applications, the most in the industry.
Philips signed long-term Enterprise Monitoring as a Service (EMaaS) partnerships with leading US health systems in California, including Hoag in Orange County and Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego. Philips’ EMaaS solutions help hospitals enhance clinical efficiency and patient safety through advanced monitoring, strengthened cybersecurity, and scalable digital capabilities.
Three-year results of iMODERN, a randomized, controlled clinical study involving 1,146 patients, provide evidence to widen minimally invasive treatment options for patients with acute myocardial infarctions. Philips sponsored the trial and enabled both the invasive and non-invasive approaches evaluated within it.
Philips’ net-zero science-based target by 2045 has been officially validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). This underlines the company’s commitment to healthcare decarbonization, sustainable healthcare leadership and long-term value creation.
Productivity
Disciplined cost management and robust productivity initiatives delivered savings of EUR 222 million in the quarter. Philips will deliver its three-year, EUR 2.5 billion productivity program, including EUR 800 million of productivity savings in 2025.
Outlook
Philips reiterates its confidence in delivering the full-year 2025 outlook:
Comparable sales growth: 1%-3%
Adjusted EBITA margin: 11.3%-11.8%, now expected toward the upper end of the range.
Free cash flow: EUR 0.2-0.4 billion (including the payout in the first quarter of 2025 of EUR 1,025 million Philips Respironics recall-related medical monitoring and personal injury settlements in the US.)
This outlook excludes ongoing Philips Respironics-related proceedings, including the investigation by the US Department of Justice.
Philips’ Q3 2025 results demonstrate a stable trajectory with notable growth in key areas despite challenges like tariffs and ongoing legal proceedings related to Philips Respironics. While tariffs impacted margins across segments, the company’s diversified portfolio and strategic focus on innovation, particularly in high-growth areas like Personal Health and Connected Care, helped to offset these headwinds. The launch of Lumea IPL in the US and advancements in radiation therapy and cardiovascular ultrasound systems show Philips’ commitment to staying at the forefront of health technology. The long-term EMaaS partnerships with US health systems are also a promising development, indicating a shift towards subscription-based models and recurring revenue streams. Investors should also note the potential impact of the US DOJ investigation on the company’s future performance.
What were Philips (PHG) Q3 2025 comparable order intake and sales?
Philips reported comparable order intake +8% and group sales of €4.3 billion (comparable sales +3.3%).
How did Philips (PHG) margins perform in Q3 2025?
Adjusted EBITA margin rose to 12.3% for the group, a +50 bp increase versus prior period.
What cash generation did Philips (PHG) report in Q3 2025?
Philips reported operating cash flow €327m and free cash flow €172m in Q3 2025.
What productivity savings did Philips (PHG) report in Q3 2025 and 2025 target?
Quarterly savings were €222m; Philips remains on track for a €2.5bn three‑year program including €800m in 2025.
Did Philips (PHG) change its full‑year 2025 guidance on November 4, 2025?
Philips reiterated full‑year 2025 guidance and now expects adjusted EBITA margin toward the upper end of the previously communicated range (11.3%–11.8%).
What operational headwinds did Philips (PHG) cite in Q3 2025?
Management cited tariffs as a headwind and noted the outlook excludes ongoing Philips Respironics‑related proceedings including a US DOJ investigation.
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