Koninklijke Philips: Turning The Page With Recovery Signals (Rating Upgrade)

  • We upgrade Philips to Buy, as litigation overhangs are resolved, FCF inflects positively, and deleveraging is on track. Q1 results show early U.S. recovery, margin resilience, and order book growth, despite China weakness and FX headwinds. Exor's increased stake underscores long-term shareholder confidence.