Sweden · Delayed Price · Currency is SEK Billerud AB Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2026
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Q1 2026 saw strong North American results but continued European challenges, with group profit down year-over-year due to price pressure, FX, and emission rights loss. Cost-saving programs are ahead of plan, and Q2 is expected to benefit from lower pulpwood costs and price increases.
Fiscal Year 2025
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North America delivered strong growth and profitability in 2025, while Europe struggled with weak demand, oversupply, and pricing pressure. Cost-saving measures and falling pulpwood prices are expected to provide significant relief in 2026, with a SEK 2 per share dividend proposed.
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Q3 2025 saw strong North American results offset by weak European markets, with net sales down 8% year-over-year. A SEK 800 million cost-saving program was launched, and lower pulp wood costs are expected to benefit results in 2026.
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North America delivered strong growth and profitability, while Europe faced weak demand, oversupply, and pricing pressure. Cash flow and balance sheet remain robust, with CapEx guidance lowered due to delayed North American investments.
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Net sales grew 7% year-over-year, with strong profitability and margin improvements driven by both North America and Europe. Q2 is expected to see stable demand, higher prices, and lower input costs, though uncertainty remains due to tariffs and consumer sentiment shifts.
Fiscal Year 2024
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2024 delivered strong sales and profitability growth, led by North America, while Europe faced headwinds from weak demand and high costs. Efficiency gains, price increases, and a robust balance sheet support a positive but cautious 2025 outlook.
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Management outlined a sharpened strategy focused on value over volume, with North America evolving toward packaging and Europe prioritizing efficiency and profitability. New financial targets include an EBITDA margin above 15% and a Net Zero goal by 2040, supported by modest CapEx and strong sustainability initiatives.
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Q3 saw strong sales and profit growth, with North America and Europe both contributing to improved margins. Cost inflation and weakening demand, especially in Europe, are expected to pressure Q4 results, but efficiency gains and stable pricing should help offset headwinds.
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Net sales rose 8% year-over-year, with strong profitability in both Europe and North America, driven by volume, mix, and efficiency gains. Q3 is expected to see further price increases offsetting input cost inflation, especially in Europe, with cautious optimism for continued market improvement.