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SAP's Strong Performance in Q1 2025

On April 22, 2025, SAP SE published its financial results for the first quarter ending on March 31, 2025, reflecting a solid start to the year amidst a volatile business environment. The figures reveal a promising trajectory, indicating SAP's successful strategic execution and operational efficiency.

The highlight of the quarterly statement was the remarkable growth in cloud services. The company's current cloud backlog surged by 28%, reaching a total of €18.2 billion. SAP's cloud revenue also experienced a robust increase of 27%, totaling €4.99 billion. The Cloud ERP Suite, which plays a critical role in SAP's service portfolio, saw an impressive 34% revenue growth, earning €4.25 billion.

SAP’s total revenue rose by 12% year-over-year, amounting to €9.01 billion, while the company's share of predictable revenue climbed to 86%. This strong performance underscores SAP's resilience and adaptability in a time of market uncertainty. CEO Christian Klein emphasized that the results highlight their success formula and demonstrate SAP's commitment to helping customers navigate global supply chain challenges effectively.

Finance Chief Dominik Asam echoed similar sentiments, remarking on the considerable operating profit enhancement as a product of strict cost management and focused execution. The IFRS operating profit reached €2.3 billion, showcasing a remarkable recovery from previous downturns, and the non-IFRS operating profit soared by 60% to €2.46 billion.

Cloud and Software Revenue Trends

SAP's Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) segments have proven instrumental in driving growth. Notably, SaaS/PaaS revenue was reported at €4.89 billion, a substantial 30% increase. However, the revenue from software licenses took a downturn, decreasing by 10%, which reflects the ongoing transition businesses are making towards cloud-based solutions over traditional licensing models.

The gross profit for cloud services also experienced positive momentum, increasing by 31% to €3.72 billion, with the cloud gross margin climbing to 74.5%. This profitability surge can be partly attributed toSAP's ongoing transformation program which has enabled significant operational efficiencies.

Notable Customer Engagements

During the first quarter, numerous organizations from around the globe opted for SAP's services to bolster their business transformations. Major clients included well-known entities such as Hyundai Motor Company and HUGO BOSS, signifying the trust and reliance on SAP's cloud offerings for comprehensive enterprise solutions.

Additionally, various companies like Gymshark and Oki Electric Industry turned to SAP's