Dax contender Nemetschek's Finance Head expresses optimism about growth prospects
Nemetschek, a Munich-based Software Company, Aims for DAX Inclusion
The architecture software group, Nemetschek, is gearing up for a potential inclusion in Germany's blue-chip index, the DAX, as Deutsche Börse is expected to announce changes to its indices at the beginning of September.
Louise Öfverström, a board member of Nemetschek and the CFO responsible for finance, IT, and legal affairs, expressed her delight at the possibility. She views a DAX listing as a confirmation of Nemetschek's strong business model and the culmination of Prof. Nemetschek's vision and pioneering spirit.
The digitalization of the construction industry continues to increase, providing Nemetschek with a lot of potential for growth. In the first half of this year, the subscription model accounted for around 92% of Nemetschek's 573 million euros in revenue, boosting its profitability through economies of scale.
If Nemetschek is included in the DAX, day-to-day business will continue as before, with good access to investors and the ability to convince them with capital market performance. However, the chances of Nemetschek being included in the DAX after Deutsche Börse's September announcement are being discussed, but clear definitive confirmation or odds are not explicitly stated in the available search results.
Öfverström has been on the board of Nemetschek for over two and a half years and has previously worked in industrial companies like Linde, MAN, and ThyssenKrupp. She considers an average annual growth rate of 15% to be realistic for Nemetschek and predicts that by 2030, the company will likely surpass €2 billion in revenue.
Nemetschek's software portfolio covers the entire lifecycle of construction and infrastructure projects, from planning and construction to building management. The company also offers software for film production, the gaming, and advertising industries, to create two- and three-dimensional digital content.
Öfverström expects the subscription model to account for around 95% of Nemetschek's revenue in the future, but not 100% due to some customers requiring licenses. The board's priorities are to never optimize the margin at the expense of growth, with growth enhancing the company's value.
Civil engineer Georg Nemetschek founded the company in 1963. Since then, Nemetschek has more than doubled its market capitalization to over 15 billion euros in the past two years and is on track to exceed €1 billion in revenue for the first time this year. If Nemetschek does get included in the DAX, it would be a testament to its strong business model and its ability to adapt to the digital age.
Until the Deutsche Börse's official announcement in September, Nemetschek remains a candidate but without confirmed inclusion chances. If you follow updates around the typical announcement date, you will get precise information on index changes. Until then, stay tuned for more updates on this exciting development.
[1] Source: Various financial news outlets, August 2025.
Finance plays a crucial role in Nemetschek's potential inclusion in the DAX, as the company's strong financial performance, bolstered by its subscription model, is viewed as a key factor by Louise Öfverström, the CFO.
The digitalization of the construction industry contributes to Nemetschek's business growth, and the company's software portfolio extends beyond construction to film production, gaming, and advertising, demonstrating its adaptability in the face of technological advancements.
