Strong Adjusted EBITDA and Cash Generation
Adjusted EBITDA of ~NOK 5.6 billion in Q4 and full-year adjusted EBITDA up NOK 2.6 billion (from NOK 26.3bn to NOK 28.9bn, +9.9% year-over-year). Free cash flow of NOK 4.6 billion in Q4 and net debt decreased by NOK 3.9 billion since Q3.
Return on Capital and Dividend Proposal
Adjusted RoaCE for the year of 10.2%, above the 10% target. Board proposed ordinary dividend of NOK 3 per share (NOK 5.9 billion), representing 60% of adjusted net income and a year-end yield of ~3.8%.
Upstream Operational Outperformance
Alumina production above nameplate capacity in Q4; primary aluminum (smelter) production up ~2.5% year-over-year in Q4. Bauxite & Alumina delivered its second-best EBITDA ever for 2025.
Energy Production and Long-Term Power Contracts
Power production increased ~13.6% year-over-year in Energy. Signed two long-term power purchase agreements covering 5.25 TWh (period 2031–2040) in price area NO3, and final investment decision on Illvatn pumped storage (gross NOK 2.5 billion, net ~NOK 1.2 billion).
Cost Savings and Restructuring Progress
Strategic workforce reduction completed with ~850 white-collar FTEs leaving or to leave, expected annual savings of ~NOK 1 billion from 2026. Confirmed closure of two Extrusion plants (Bedwas, Cheltenham) with ongoing processes for three more.
Hedging and Bookings for Q1 2026
Aluminum Metal has booked ~70% of primary production for Q1 at USD 2,803/t and 40% of premiums at USD 478/t; expected realized premium range USD 380–430/t, providing price coverage for Q1.
Upstream Volume and Trading Contributions
Upstream volumes and commercial alumina trading contributed positively to Q4 results (B&A commercial/trading contribution ~NOK 300 million in Q4). Lower raw material costs also supported results.
Full-Year Positive Drivers
Full-year drivers included higher aluminum prices, upstream volume growth, raw material cost improvements (net +NOK 500m), and higher energy prices/production (+NOK 800m).