Organic Sales Growth
Organic sales increased by 6.2%, driven by higher volumes in all the group's business areas, particularly strong in Latin America.
Operating Income Improvement
Excluding nonrecurring items, operating income amounted to SEK 717 million, up from SEK 314 million last year, corresponding to a margin of 2.2%.
Cost Efficiency Achievements
Cost reduction activities contributed to a positive earnings effect of approximately SEK 1.2 billion year-over-year, with expectations to reach SEK 4 billion for the full year.
Positive Cash Flow
Cash flow after investments in the quarter was positive SEK 1.1 billion, aligning with seasonal norms.
Strong Performance in Latin America
The business area reported an organic sales increase of 25.8%, mainly driven by higher volumes in Brazil.