Strong Organic Revenue Growth
Net sales totaled SEK 49.3 billion with organic sales growth of 6% year‑on‑year, and all segments contributed to organic growth.
Operationally Robust Gross Margins
Group adjusted gross margin was 48.1%; Networks adjusted gross margin was 50.4%; Cloud Software & Services adjusted gross margin improved to 43.2% (up >300 basis points YoY).
Healthy Adjusted EBITA and Segment Profitability
Adjusted EBITA for the group was SEK 5.6 billion (margin 11.3%). Networks adjusted EBITA was SEK 6.4 billion with a 13.3% margin; Cloud Software & Services adjusted EBITA increased to SEK 0.6 billion (5.3% margin).
Solid Cash Generation and Strong Net Cash Position
Cash flow before M&A was SEK 5.9 billion in Q1; net cash position increased to SEK 68.1 billion (up SEK 6.9 billion sequentially). Rolling 4‑quarter cash-to-net-sales was 13%, above the 9%–12% target.
Capital Return Program Approved
AGM approved an increased dividend and a share buyback program of up to SEK 15 billion, with repurchases set to start shortly.
Broad-based Geographic Strength (India, Japan, Latin America)
Three market areas delivered double-digit organic growth; Networks saw strong organic growth in India and Japan, and Latin America showed strong growth within the Americas region.
Cloud Software & Services Margin Momentum
Rolling 4‑quarter metrics for Cloud Software & Services show gross margin around 44% and adjusted EBITA margin around 12% — described as new high levels and evidence of improving delivery efficiency and favorable mix.
Supply Chain Resilience and Delivery Capability
Management highlighted diversified supply chain and flexible production/distribution (including mitigation during Middle East disruption), enabling delivery continuity despite geopolitical and tariff headwinds.