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Robert Bosch GmbH (“Bosch”) is a German engineering and technology group headquartered in Gerlingen, near Stuttgart. Founded in 1886, Bosch has grown into a global supplier of technology and services spanning mobility (automotive and software-driven mobility), industrial technology, consumer goods, and energy/building technology.
Because Bosch is privately held and reports figures across multiple pages and reports, older “quick stats” online are often outdated or sourced from profiles that aren’t consistently updated. Below is a verified, source-backed snapshot of Bosch’s latest key metrics—plus historical sales context with clear year labels.
Quick Answer (2026)
Bosch reported €90.3 billion in sales revenue in 2024 with €3.1 billion EBIT from operations, and employed 417,859 associates worldwide as of Dec. 31, 2024. For 2025 preliminary figures, Bosch lists €91.0 billion in sales revenue, €1.7 billion EBIT from operations, and 412,400 associates worldwide (as of Dec. 31, 2025).
Key Bosch Metrics (Latest Available)
| Metric | Latest figure | Year / as-of date | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales revenue | €90.3B | 2024 | Bosch annual report page |
| EBIT from operations | €3.1B | 2024 | Bosch annual report page |
| Employees (associates worldwide) | 417,859 | As of Dec. 31, 2024 | Annual report 2024 (PDF) |
| R&D spending | €7.8B | 2024 | Facts & figures |
| R&D employees | 86,840 | 2024 | Facts & figures |
| R&D locations | 136 | 2024 | Facts & figures |
| Sales revenue (preliminary) | €91.0B | 2025 (preliminary as of Dec. 31, 2025) | Company overview |
| EBIT from operations (preliminary) | €1.7B | 2025 (preliminary as of Dec. 31, 2025) | Company overview |
| Subsidiaries & regional companies | 490 in some 60 countries | Preliminary as of Dec. 31, 2025 | Company overview |
Bosch Revenue (Historical Sales, €)
Bosch reports “sales revenue” (sales) by calendar year. Here are recent sales totals with clear year labels:
- 2025 (preliminary): €91.0 billion
- 2024: €90.3 billion
- 2023: €91.6 billion
- 2022: €88.2 billion
- 2021: €78.7 billion
- 2020: €71.5 billion
Profitability: EBIT from Operations
Bosch commonly highlights EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) from operations as a core profitability indicator:
- 2025 (preliminary): €1.7 billion
- 2024: €3.1 billion
Because 2025 is presented as preliminary on Bosch’s company overview page, treat it as an early snapshot until the corresponding annual report is published.
Bosch Employees
Bosch employed 417,859 associates worldwide as of Dec. 31, 2024. For 2025 preliminary figures, Bosch lists 412,400 associates as of Dec. 31, 2025.
Bosch R&D: People, Spend, and Footprint
Bosch’s R&D engine is one of its biggest differentiators. In 2024, Bosch reports:
- €7.8 billion R&D expenditure
- 86,840 associates in research and development
- 136 R&D locations worldwide
FAQ
How much revenue does Bosch make per year?
Bosch reported €90.3 billion in sales revenue in 2024. Bosch also lists €91.0 billion in sales revenue as 2025 preliminary figures.
How many employees does Bosch have?
Bosch employed 417,859 associates worldwide as of Dec. 31, 2024. Bosch’s company overview lists 412,400 associates as a preliminary figure as of Dec. 31, 2025.
How many countries does Bosch operate in?
Bosch reports having subsidiaries and regional companies in some 60 countries (preliminary as of Dec. 31, 2025). Including sales and service partners, its reach extends beyond those countries.
How many subsidiaries does Bosch have?
Bosch reports 490 subsidiaries and regional companies (preliminary as of Dec. 31, 2025).
How much does Bosch spend on research and development?
In 2024, Bosch reported €7.8 billion in R&D spending, with 86,840 R&D associates across 136 locations.
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