RE:RE:Yikes!What has happened to Buhler is a real shame. Russian ownership has been bad for this company and the financial condition is poor. The stripping of intellectual property for the benefit of Rothelsmash is sickening.
The Management team was wise to disavow their Russian ties (and swap directors) but it's not enough for long term viability. I was encouraged previously when Buhler partnered with Kubota on the M8/Nemesis deal; however, this hasn't been a success.
I think Buhler should put itself up for sale. Likely buyers would be Linamar (just bought Salford and own Macdon) or Kubota which has expressed an interest in larger tractors. Claas could also be a buyer to further gain market share in North America.
I have wanted to be a shareholder in this company but the thought of being business partners with the current controlling shareholders is entirely untenable and that was before the invasion of Ukraine.
Best of luck to you folks holding the remaining 3% of the free float (I genuinely mean this), but don't ever expect the controlling shareholders to act in your best interest or act honourably.
LR