Facts and figures
Every day, we work to develop technology that is “Invented for life.” Technology that accompanies us, that makes life easier, and that sees change as an opportunity for progress. Whether in research, software development, or manufacturing.
(preliminary figures as of December 31, 2023 | values rounded)
Finance
According to preliminary figures, the Bosch Group generated sales of 91.6 billion euros and thus grew 8 percent after adjusting for exchange-rate effects in 2023.
Research and development
Bosch’s innovative strength is the basis for the company’s future growth. Bosch employs some 90,100 associates in research and development at 136 locations around the globe.
Sustainability
With its more than 400 locations worldwide, the Bosch Group has been carbon neutral overall (scopes 1 & 2)* since 2020. As part of this, residual emissions of 0.7 million metric tons of CO₂ were offset with carbon credits in 2022.
*Scope 1 and 2 are used according to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard
Company
More than 150 nationalities work at Bosch, contributing each day to the company’s success.
Ownership structure and organization
The special ownership structure of Robert Bosch GmbH guarantees the entrepreneurial freedom of the Bosch Group, making it possible for the company to plan over the long term and to undertake significant upfront investments in the safeguarding of its future. Ninety-four percent of the share capital of Robert Bosch GmbH is held by Robert Bosch Stiftung GmbH, a charitable foundation. The remaining shares are held by Robert Bosch GmbH and by a corporation owned by the Bosch family. The majority of voting rights are held by Robert Bosch Industrietreuhand KG, an industrial trust. The entrepreneurial ownership functions are carried out by the trust.
Bonds
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Rating
Bosch is rated by the two international rating agencies Standard & Poor’s and Fitch as follows:
Rating agency | Long-term rating | Short-term rating | Outlook | Latest update |
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Rating agency Standard & Poor’s | Long-term rating A | Short-term rating A-1 | Outlook stable | Latest update October 13, 2023 |
Rating agency Fitch | Long-term rating A | Short-term rating F1+ | Outlook stable | Latest update October 18, 2023 |
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