- Operating profit for January–March amounted to SEK 827 million (January–March 2025: 988), which corresponds to an operating margin of 15 per cent. Profit from Holmen’s industries decreased, while profit from hydro and wind power assets increased significantly.
- Compared with the fourth quarter, operating profit increased by SEK 88 million as a result of strong result for Renewable Energy, while profit from Board and Paper decreased.
- Profit after tax for January–March amounted to SEK 618 million (752), which corresponds to earnings per share of SEK 4.0 (4.8).
- The Annual General Meeting approved a dividend of SEK 9.5 per share (SEK 1 458 million), which was paid in April.
Keeping profits at a good level
The first quarter was again affected by international turmoil, resulting in a weak construction market and cautious consumers. Despite significant overcapacity in the forest industry, we were able to maintain a good level of profit amounting to SEK 827 million thanks to our integrated business model.
