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Aspo Q3 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 2026 earnings summary2 Nov, 2026
Executive summary
Q3 comparable EBITA from continuing operations rose to EUR 8.5m from EUR 7.6m; Telko improved while ESL Shipping declined.
9M comparable EBITA from continuing operations increased to EUR 26.4m from EUR 22.4m.
Preparations advanced for a planned partial demerger of ESL Shipping, with completion targeted for Dec. 31, 2026, subject to shareholder approval and other conditions.
Financial highlights
Q3 continuing-operations net sales were EUR 134.2m, up 24.2% YoY; 9M net sales were EUR 379.4m vs EUR 349.8m.
9M total EBITA was EUR 37.3m vs EUR 26.9m; comparable EBITA margin was 7.0% vs 6.4%.
9M comparable EPS from continuing operations was EUR 0.65 vs EUR 0.33; total EPS was EUR 0.99 vs EUR 0.43.
9M free cash flow was EUR 33.2m vs EUR 0.3m, including EUR 58.1m net cash inflow from the Leipurin divestment and EUR 44.2m of investments.
9M profit was EUR 32.1m, including an EUR 11.8m gain on the Leipurin divestment; Q3 reported EBITA from continuing operations was EUR 7.5m vs EUR 8.6m.
Outlook and guidance
FY2026 comparable EBITA from continuing operations is expected to exceed 2025's EUR 29.4m; transformation execution costs are excluded.
Improvement is expected from segment initiatives, Telko synergies, ESL fleet renewal and utilization, and lower central costs.
ESL expects Q4 demand and spot pricing to improve; Telko expects underlying volumes stable or slightly higher YoY and prices stable at current levels, with volatility possible.
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Latest events from Aspo
- Q1 growth and profit gains support a €1bn sales and 8% EBITA ambition for 2028.ASPO
Investor presentation - A planned demerger sets up two distinct growth stories and investment profiles.ASPOInvestor presentation
- FY comparable profit fell to EUR 26.5 million; 2024 guidance is above EUR 30 million.ASPOQ4 2023
- AGM approved a EUR 0.25 dividend and broad share repurchase and issuance mandates.ASPOAGM 2026
- Profitability surged in H1 2026, with a demerger and Leipurin divestment driving growth.ASPOQ2 2026
- Stable EBITA and strong cash flow driven by Leipurin divestment and strategic transformation.ASPOQ1 2026
- Q2 2024 saw 16% sales growth, improved profitability, and major strategic acquisitions.ASPOQ2 2024
- Q1 2025 saw robust sales and profit growth, driven by acquisitions and efficiency gains.ASPOQ1 2025
- Sales and EBITA grew in 2024, with heavy green investments and a positive 2025 outlook.ASPOQ4 2024
Next Aspo earnings date
CMD 202624 Nov, 2026
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Aspo Oyj is a Finnish conglomerate operating across several industries through its key business segments: ESL Shipping, Leipurin, and Telko. ESL Shipping specializes in the transportation of raw materials, primarily serving industrial and energy sectors. The Leipurin segment focuses on supplying raw materials, machinery, and services to the bakery and broader food industries. Meanwhile, Telko distributes industrial raw materials, including plastics, chemicals, and lubricants, and provides technical support services to various industries. Aspo's diversified operations enable it to serve clients in multiple regions, including Scandinavia, the Baltic countries, and other parts of Europe. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland, and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.