Net sales increased by 3% year-over-year to SEK 2,063 million in Q1 2026, with adjusted EBITDA up 4% after excluding significant non-recurring costs related to the Salix Group listing process.
Net profit after tax rose 64% and EPS increased 166% year-over-year.
Salix Group delivered 37% organic EBITDA growth and 3% organic sales growth, marking its eighth consecutive quarter of growth.
Two acquisitions completed year-to-date, Interket Group and Laydex, added SEK 930 million in annual turnover.
Salix Group is now reported as discontinued operations, with preparations for a separate listing progressing as planned.
LTM Q1 2026 net sales reached SEK 8,481 million, up from SEK 8,120 million in Q1 2025.
LTM EBITA was SEK 722 million, up from SEK 702 million a year earlier; operating cash flow was SEK 744 million.
Net debt/adjusted EBITDA stood at 2.9x, at the upper end of the target range.
Return on equity (ROE) exceeded 20% and is expected to increase further.
Operating cash flow in Q1 2026 was SEK -70 million, impacted by higher working capital and investments.
Expectation of accelerated organic growth once markets normalize, with potential to exceed financial growth targets.
Cost measures in S:t Eriks and Tornum are expected to yield gradual margin improvements over the next 6–9 months.
Acquisition pipeline remains active, with readiness for further deals in Ettiketto and other platforms.
Separate listing of Salix Group to enable clearer resource allocation and focus.
Corroventa anticipates easier comparatives for the remainder of 2026.
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