Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli (LDSVF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli, known globally by its flagship Lindt brand, is a Swiss-based manufacturer of premium chocolate and confectionery products. The company’s portfolio spans a wide range of offerings, including classic chocolate bars, seasonal specialties, truffles, pralines and seasonal gift assortments. Lindt & Sprüngli operates a network of boutique stores, factory outlets and an e-commerce platform, catering to consumers seeking high-quality chocolate crafted with fine ingredients and traditional techniques.

Founded in Zurich in 1845 by David Sprüngli and his son Rudolf, the company established its reputation with the invention of the conching machine by Rodolphe Lindt in 1879, which revolutionized chocolate texture and flavor. Over its history, Lindt & Sprüngli has expanded through strategic acquisitions, integrating renowned brands such as Caffarel in Italy, Ghirardelli in the United States and Russell Stover in North America, thereby diversifying its product range and strengthening its position in the premium segment of the chocolate market.

Lindt & Sprüngli maintains manufacturing facilities in Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Uruguay and the United States, serving more than 120 markets worldwide. The company’s global reach is supported by regional sales organizations and a network of partner distributors, enabling tailored offerings for Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific and the Middle East. Lindt boutiques and seasonal pop-up stores further enhance brand visibility and direct consumer engagement in key metropolitan areas.

Under the leadership of CEO Dieter Weisskopf and Chairman Michel Liès, Lindt & Sprüngli continues to emphasize quality, innovation and sustainable sourcing. The company invests in cocoa sustainability programs and partnerships with local growers to support responsible agricultural practices. By blending artisanal heritage with modern production capabilities, Lindt & Sprüngli seeks to maintain its reputation as a leading artisan chocolatier while pursuing measured international growth.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $16,215.92 to $16,583.71
• 50-Day Range: $14,940.00 to $16,611.82
• 52-Week Range: $10,729.00 to $16,611.82
• Volume: 8 shs
• Average Volume: 98 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 12.14
• Dividend Yield: 0.04%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli scored higher than 13% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli is 12.14, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 26.28.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli is 12.14, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Consumer Defensive sector average P/E ratio of about 13.24.

Short Interest

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 123, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has recently decreased by 15.17%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has a dividend yield of 0.13%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli is 0.46%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 123, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has recently decreased by 15.17%, indicating that investor sentiment is improving significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.0 / 5
• News Sentiment: N/A

News Sentiment

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli has a news sentiment score of 0.59. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This news sentiment score is similar to the average news sentiment of Consumer Defensive companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 1 news article for Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli this week, compared to 0 articles on an average week.

MarketBeat Follows

Only 1 people have added Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli to their MarketBeat watchlist in the last 30 days. This is a decrease of -50% compared to the previous 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 26.38% of the stock of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli is held by institutions.

LDSVF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have LDSVF shares performed this year?

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli's stock was trading at $11,071.8250 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, LDSVF stock has increased by 46.5% and is now trading at $16,215.9190.

How do I buy shares of Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli?

Shares of LDSVF stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Today: 7/15/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 7/22/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Consumer Defensive
• Industry: Confectioners
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:LDSVF
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.lindt-spruengli.com
• Phone: (144) 716-2233
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 14,500
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 12.14
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: N/A