The earnings call reflects a strong start to the fiscal year for Autoliv with notable improvements in operational efficiency and financial performance metrics. However, challenges such as tariff uncertainties and unfavorable production mix present ongoing risks. The company shows resilience with its strategic cost reductions and innovation, maintaining a positive outlook despite market complexities.

Company Guidance

During the first quarter of 2025, Autoliv Inc. reported a decrease in net sales by 1% year-over-year, totaling $2.6 billion, primarily impacted by negative currency translation effects. Despite this, the company achieved a 28% increase in adjusted operating income to $255 million, driven by cost reduction activities, including a reduction of the indirect workforce by over 1,500 and the direct headcount by 3,700 over the past year. The adjusted operating margin improved by 230 basis points to 9.9%. Earnings per share reached a record high due to a reduced number of shares and increased net profit. The return on capital employed remained robust at 26%, and the adjusted return on equity was 29%. The company also repurchased and retired 500,000 shares worth $50 million and paid a dividend of $0.70 per share. Looking forward, Autoliv reiterates its full-year guidance, expecting an adjusted operating cash flow of approximately $1.2 billion, despite navigating tariff challenges and economic uncertainties in the automotive industry.

Strong Sales and Earnings Development

Autoliv reported stronger than expected sales driven by light vehicle production pull forward in Europe and North America and improved profit and operating margin compared to the previous year. Adjusted operating income increased by 28% to $255 million.

Cost Reduction Achievements

Autoliv reduced its indirect workforce by over 1,500 since Q1 2023 and its direct headcount by 3,700 over the past year, leading to significant cost savings and improved operational efficiency.

Record Earnings Per Share

The company reported record earnings per share for the first quarter, driven by a lower number of shares and high net profit.

Recognition for Innovation

Autoliv received the PACE Pilot Award for its Bernoulli airbag module, which inflates larger airbags more efficiently, lowering deployment cost and weight.

Strong Cash Flow and Shareholder Returns

Despite higher receivables from strong sales, cash flow remained solid. Autoliv repurchased and retired 500,000 shares for $50 million and paid a dividend of $0.70 per share.

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Autoliv (ALV) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

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ALV Earnings History

Report Date	Fiscal Quarter	Forecast / EPS	Last Year's EPS	EPS YoY Change	Slides	Play Transcript
Jul 18, 2025	2025 (Q2)	1.97 / -	1.87	―	―	―
Apr 16, 2025	2025 (Q1)	1.68 / 2.15	1.58	36.08% (+0.57)
Jan 31, 2025	2024 (Q4)	2.91 / 3.05	3.74	-18.45% (-0.69)
Oct 18, 2024	2024 (Q3)	1.94 / 1.84	1.66	10.84% (+0.18)
Jul 19, 2024	2024 (Q2)	2.20 / 1.87	1.93	-3.11% (-0.06)
Apr 26, 2024	2024 (Q1)	1.44 / 1.58	0.9	75.56% (+0.68)
Jan 26, 2024	2023 (Q4)	3.37 / 3.74	1.83	104.37% (+1.91)
Oct 20, 2023	2023 (Q3)	1.79 / 1.66	1.23	34.96% (+0.43)
Jul 21, 2023	2023 (Q2)	1.42 / 1.93	0.9	114.44% (+1.03)
Apr 21, 2023	2023 (Q1)	0.91 / 0.90	0.45	100.00% (+0.45)

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ALV Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date	Price 1 Day Before	Price 1 Day After	Percentage Change
Apr 16, 2025	$82.24	$86.81	+5.56%
Jan 31, 2025	$100.59	$95.96	-4.60%
Oct 18, 2024	$92.56	$98.11	+6.00%
Jul 19, 2024	$106.31	$95.62	-10.06%

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