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NFO Drives Q3 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 2026 earnings summary16 Oct, 2026
Executive summary
Q3 revenue fell to SEK 4.0m from SEK 5.0m YoY, while EBIT improved to -SEK 0.1m from -SEK 0.7m as gross margin and cost efficiency strengthened.
Q1–3 revenue was SEK 11.0m vs SEK 18.8m; EBIT improved to -SEK 2.0m from -SEK 4.4m, primarily on higher gross margin and lower costs.
Financial highlights
Q3 gross profit rose to SEK 1.6m from SEK 1.3m; gross margin expanded to 39.8% from 25.7% YoY despite lower sales.
Q3 loss before tax narrowed to SEK 0.1m from SEK 0.7m; net loss was SEK 0.15m vs SEK 0.68m.
Q1–3 gross profit was SEK 4.0m vs SEK 4.9m; gross margin increased to 36.4% from 26.3%.
Q1–3 loss before tax and net loss were both SEK 2.0m, compared with SEK 4.6m in Q1–3 2025.
Q1–3 operating cash flow was -SEK 2.0m and total cash flow -SEK 2.7m; period-end cash was SEK 1.7m.
Outlook and guidance
Entering Q4 with a broader product range, improved cost structure and earnings trending in the right direction; market conditions warrant a cautious stance.
The next report, FY 2026 year-end report, is scheduled for 19 February 2027.
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NFO Drives develops and manufactures energy-efficient drive systems for electric motors, focusing on solutions that reduce energy consumption and minimize electromagnetic interference. The company’s products are used in various applications, including industrial automation, ventilation, and water systems, catering to industries seeking sustainable and reliable motor control technologies. The company is headquartered in Karlshamn, Sweden, and its shares are listed on the Spotlight Stock Market.