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Net Sales:$3.28 billion, a 9.1% increase from last year.
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Organic Growth:9.6% for the quarter.
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Gross Margin:36.3%, slightly below last year's 36.5%.
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Adjusted Operating Profit:$292 million, with an operating profit margin of 8.9%.
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Profit Before Tax:$214 million, up from $119 million last year.
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Free Cash Flow:$46 million, compared to $264 million last year.
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Net Debt:Decreased to $888 million, $13 million lower than a year ago.
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Adjusted Net Debt to EBITDA:0.54.
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Organic Growth for Full Year:6.1%.
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Regional Performance:Strong organic growth in Eastern Europe (19%) and North America (17%).
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Release Date: June 10, 2026
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
Positive Points
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Systemair AB ( STU:52SA ) reported strong organic growth of almost 10% in Q4, despite challenging market conditions and geopolitical uncertainties.
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The company achieved a total net sales increase of 9.1% year-over-year, with organic growth at 9.6%, marking the seventh consecutive quarter of organic growth.
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Systemair AB ( STU:52SA ) has a diverse and global customer base, providing a solid foundation for profitable growth and resilience.
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The company launched new products and expanded its market presence, notably with the introduction of the Verox air handling unit in India, targeting high-growth industrial and commercial segments.
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Systemair AB ( STU:52SA ) has a strong balance sheet, with a net debt to EBITDA ratio of 0.54, enabling further investments for organic growth and strategic acquisitions.
Negative Points
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The gross margin slightly decreased to 36.3% from 36.5% last year, due to product mix and increased costs for components and freight.
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The company faced one-off restructuring costs in its German sales and service organization, impacting financial results.
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Currency effects, particularly the strength of the Swedish krona, negatively impacted sales by 1.8%.
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The Nordics region experienced flat organic sales development, with challenges in the Norwegian residential market and lower demand in Denmark.
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Free cash flow significantly decreased to $46 million from $264 million last year, primarily due to increased trade receivables and investments in production capacity.
Q & A Highlights
Q: Is there anything specific driving the almost 20% organic growth in the quarter, such as large projects or one-off events? A: The current environment is more volatile than before, but apart from Turkey and Eastern Europe, which are more project-driven, the growth in Western Europe and North America is not related to any specific project. - Anders Ulff, CFO
Q: Can you provide details on the price increases due to component costs and tariffs, and when they will impact the P&L? A: We have seen input costs increase, including metals and energy prices. Our ambition is to compensate for these costs through price increases, but the wide product portfolio and market variations mean there is no specific number to share. - Robert Larsson, CEO
Q: What is the outlook for working capital and cash flow in Q1? A: We expect good growth and an increase in working capital within trade receivables. There is no specific need for inventory build-up due to component shortages. - Anders Ulff, CFO
Q: Could you elaborate on the cautious optimism in the German market and the order intake trends? A: We are optimistic about the German market, seeing growth in the past and expecting it to continue. The growth is broad-based across various business areas, not driven by new builds. - Robert Larsson, CEO
Q: How do you plan to achieve the target of doubling sales in seven years, and what is the balance between organic growth and acquisitions? A: The majority of the growth will come from organic growth, as it is a significant profit contributor. We aim for 10% annual growth, with a mix of organic and acquisition-driven growth. - Robert Larsson, CEO
For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript .
