Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 17, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.3Last Year’s EPS
0.26Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 6 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasizes very strong commercial momentum, record order intake, robust backlog expansion, double‑digit revenue and EBIT growth, strong cash generation and an upgraded medium‑term growth target. These substantial positives are tempered by execution risks: multi‑year underabsorption on the T‑7 program, supply‑chain/material constraints, ongoing remediation of some unprofitable Surveillance contracts, and the need for continued high CapEx. On balance, the positives (record orders, backlog, margin expansion, cash conversion, and strategic wins) materially outweigh the challenges, though execution and political/timing risks remain.Company Guidance
Record Order Intake and Backlog Expansion
Order bookings totaled SEK 169 billion for 2025 with an exceptional Q4 order intake of SEK 100 billion (up from SEK 17 billion in Q4 2024, +~488%). Backlog reached SEK 275 billion, equivalent to ~3.5x 2025 sales, with backlog for 2026 and 2027 increased by 29% and 46% respectively.
Strong Revenue Growth
Revenue (sales) ~SEK 79 billion for 2025, reported growth +24.1% year-over-year and organic growth ~+25% (Anna cited ~25.6% impacted by currency). Management raised medium‑term revenue growth target to an average of 22% for 2023–2027 (implying ~20% average for 2026–2027).
Significant Profitability Improvement
Group EBIT grew +37% for the full year; EBIT margin improved to 9.8% from 8.9% year-over-year. Q4 delivered exceptional results: sales organic growth ~35% and EBIT growth +50% quarter-over-quarter/year-over-year for the quarter.
Strong Cash Generation and Balance Sheet
Operating cash flow approximately SEK 12 billion for the year; cash conversion 68% for 2025 (above midterm target >60%). Net liquidity improved to ~SEK 4 billion; cash and liquid investments SEK 18.7 billion plus SEK 6 billion undrawn RCF. Return on capital employed 16.5%.
Business Area Wins and Backlog Quality
Notable contract wins: Gripen to Colombia (~EUR 3.1 billion), GlobalEye orders (including France), selection by Poland for A26 submarines (pending contract signing). Dynamics backlog ~SEK 90 billion; Kockums and Surveillance recorded strong order and execution momentum.
Operational Capacity Expansion
Ongoing capacity investments: new U.S. and India factories planned (U.S. factory operational late 2026, Indian factory next year cited), Karlskoga expansions and multiple capacity projects to support higher production volumes and backlog delivery. CapEx rose to SEK 7.2 billion in 2025 (from SEK 4.8 billion prior year).
Sustainability and People Progress
Adopted a formal human rights due diligence policy and strengthened responsible sales process. Share of women in management increased to 29%. Emissions reduced 7% year-over-year and cumulative reduction now ~36% toward 2030 SBTI target of 42%. High CDP ranking (top ~4%).
Shareholder Return
Board proposes a 20% increase in dividend to SEK 2.40 per share reflecting strong cash generation and balance sheet strength.
IT:1SAAB Earnings History
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IT:1SAAB Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Apr 23, 2026 | €52.59 | €54.50 | +3.63% |
Feb 05, 2026 | €61.48 | €61.89 | +0.67% |
Oct 24, 2025 | €45.53 | €47.76 | +4.89% |
Jul 18, 2025 | €42.79 | €48.52 | +13.40% |
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Saab AB (IT:1SAAB) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 17, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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IT:1SAAB EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.3.