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Cloetta AB Class B (SE:CLA.B)
:CLA.B
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 06, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.64Last Year’s EPS
0.45Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents a predominantly positive operational and financial picture: strong profitability recovery (12.1% adjusted EBIT), record operating cash flow (+SEK 1.057 billion), reduced leverage (net debt-to-EBITDA 0.7), successful strategic moves (IKEA agreement, North America progress) and increased shareholder returns (dividend +27%). Headwinds include translation-related reported sales declines, regional softness outside the Nordics, an ongoing supplier compensation negotiation that temporarily boosted margins, cocoa-price related uncertainty in chocolate, and short-term variability in Pick & Mix. On balance, the positive performance, cash generation, deleveraging and clear strategic execution outweigh the manageable challenges.Company Guidance
Strong Revenue and Margin Recovery
Full-year sales of SEK 8.5 billion with an adjusted operating margin of 12.1% in 2025 versus 10.6% in 2024 (+150 bps). Q4 adjusted operating margin was 13.9%.
Organic Growth and Volume Improvement
Q4 organic sales growth of 1.1% and full-year organic growth of 1.9%. Management reports Q4 volumes are stable to growing after prior pricing benefit faded.
Nordic Market Outperformance
Nordics accounted for 70% of Q4 sales, up 2 percentage points vs 2024; implies roughly ~4% Nordic growth in Q4, driving overall outperformance within core markets.
Cash Generation and Leverage Strength
Operating cash flow exceeded SEK 1.0 billion (SEK 1.057 billion) for the first time. Q4 free cash flow rose to SEK 394 million (up ~49% from SEK 264 million). Net debt-to-EBITDA ended at 0.7 and net debt at SEK 956 million, well below the new target of <1.5.
Dividend and Shareholder Returns
Board proposed ordinary dividend of SEK 1.40 per share for 2025, a 27% increase vs prior year; updated dividend policy aims for payout above 50% of profit after tax.
Strategic Partnerships and International Expansion
Signed a global agreement with IKEA with broader assortment available in 14 European countries and further rollouts planned for 2026-2027. North America expansion progressing: local commercial leader contracted, packaging/recipes finalized, and a CandyKing store in Manhattan that has been profitable since opening.
Cost Savings and Margin Initiatives
Organizational restructuring target of SEK 60–70 million; delivered roughly 30% of annualized savings (~SEK 20 million) within 2025 (better than the initially expected 20%). Continued margin improvements attributed to net revenue management, cost control and portfolio actions.
Pick & Mix and Branded Segment Improvements
Pick & Mix full-year margin at 9.2% (within target 7–9%); Branded (Packed) full-year margin just over 13%, a 150 bps recovery vs prior year.
SE:CLA.B Earnings History
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SE:CLA.B Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 04, 2026 | kr44.66 | kr45.68 | +2.28% |
Nov 05, 2025 | kr35.38 | kr34.62 | -2.15% |
Jul 17, 2025 | kr33.70 | kr32.98 | -2.14% |
May 07, 2025 | kr28.52 | kr31.48 | +10.38% |
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FAQ
When does Cloetta AB Class B (SE:CLA.B) report earnings?
Cloetta AB Class B (SE:CLA.B) is schdueled to report earning on May 06, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Cloetta AB Class B (SE:CLA.B) earnings time?
Cloetta AB Class B (SE:CLA.B) earnings time is at May 06, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is the P/E ratio of Cloetta AB Class B stock?
The P/E ratio of Cloetta AB is N/A.
What is SE:CLA.B EPS forecast?
SE:CLA.B EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.64.