Absolent Air Care Group (ABSO) Q1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net sales for Q1 2026 were SEK 311.8 million, nearly flat year-over-year, but up 7.4% in local currencies, reflecting strong organic growth despite currency headwinds.

• EBITDA increased by 9.5% to SEK 48.1 million, with a margin improvement to 15.4%.

• EBIT rose 16% to SEK 35.5 million, with a margin of 11.4%.

• Earnings per share grew to SEK 2.04 from SEK 1.14.

• Cash flow from operating activities improved to SEK 38.0 million.

Financial highlights

• Net sales: SEK 311.8 million (-0.3% year-over-year; +7.4% in local currencies).

• EBITDA: SEK 48.1 million (15.4% margin), up from SEK 43.9 million (14.0%).

• EBIT: SEK 35.5 million (11.4% margin), up from SEK 30.6 million (9.8%).

• Profit after tax: SEK 23.1 million, up from SEK 12.9 million.

• Cash flow from operating activities: SEK 38.0 million, up from SEK 26.6 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Continued investment in product development, capacity, and commercial presence, with a focus on efficiency and profitability.

• No structural change in long-term demand observed, but geopolitical tensions and macroeconomic volatility contribute to a cautious market outlook.