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Karnell Group Q4 2025 earnings summary

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Q4 2025 earnings summary13 Feb, 2026

Executive summary

  • Q4 and full year 2025 delivered double-digit growth in net sales and EBITA, margin improvement, and strong cash generation, with both business segments contributing positively.

  • Full-year net sales increased 20.3% to SEK 1,688 million, with organic growth of 4.6%.

  • Full-year EBITA rose 40.3% to SEK 233 million, margin improved to 13.8%.

  • Three platform acquisitions were completed, strengthening the portfolio and group position.

  • The group operates 18 companies across Sweden, Finland, and the UK, employing 753 people at year-end.

Financial highlights

  • Q4 net sales rose 14.4% year-over-year to SEK 461 million, with organic growth of 6.7%.

  • Q4 EBITA increased 23.6% to SEK 62 million, margin improved to 13.5% from 12.5%.

  • Cash flow from operating activities was SEK 131 million in Q4 and SEK 220 million for the year.

  • Earnings per share after dilution were SEK 0.70 in Q4 and SEK 2.59 for the year, up 25% and 74% year-over-year.

  • Net profit after tax for the year was SEK 141.5 million, up 83% year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

  • Entering 2026 with positive momentum, improved market conditions, and a robust M&A pipeline.

  • Focus remains on operational improvements, disciplined capital allocation, and value-creating acquisitions.

  • Financial targets include average annual EBITA growth of at least 15% over a business cycle and an EBITA margin of at least 15% in the medium term.

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Karnell Group AB is a Swedish investment firm specializing in industrial technology companies. The company focuses on acquiring and developing businesses with strong market positions and growth potential within two main segments: Product Companies and Niched Manufacturers. These sectors include a diverse range of industrial technology firms that benefit from Karnell's strategic and financial expertise. With a proactive acquisition strategy, Karnell seeks companies that align with global industry trends and possess significant cash flows and profitability. Karnell employs a decentralized ownership model, allowing each portfolio company to operate independently while benefiting from strategic and operational support from the central group. This model emphasizes local decision-making and management autonomy, enhancing responsiveness and adaptability in business operations.The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, and its shares are listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm.

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