Influence of Heidelberg Materials on the DAX 40
With a weighting of 1.13% (measured in December 2024) within the DAX-40, Heidelberg Materials occupies a stable medium position in the index. Movements in the price have a noticeable but limited impact on the overall return of the DAX. Especially global construction and infrastructure trends, energy prices and regulations around CO₂ emissions play a major role in the share's valuation. View the composition of the DAX 40 and the weighting of all companies in the DAX 40 here.
Investment analysis & outlook
The Heidelberg Materials share showed an exceptional rise of more than 100% over the past 12 months, making it one of the absolute outliers within the DAX 40. This share price jump was driven by strong quarterly results, a well-filled order book and its focus on sustainable building materials.
The attached chart underscores this picture: where the DAX has risen about 80% since 2020, Heidelberg Materials managed to gain more than 200% over the same period. Especially from 2023 onwards, the stock mounted an impressive rally, far outperforming the index. After reaching a record price of over €212 in August 2025, there has been some correction, but the trend remains clearly positive.
Looking ahead, Heidelberg Materials has a strong strategic position thanks to its investments in low-carbon production and major infrastructure projects worldwide. Although investors should take into account fluctuations due to energy prices and cyclical sensitivity, the stock remains attractive for those betting on growth in the construction sector and sustainable solutions.
News & updates
In 2025, Heidelberg Materials announced the opening of a new plant in Northern Europe, fully equipped with CO₂ capture technology. This is in line with the ambition to operate completely climate-neutral by 2050. In addition, new partnerships were signed with major construction companies to use sustainable cements on a large scale in infrastructure projects. The board also approved a higher dividend, as a sign of confidence in future profit development.
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