Core Insights - The company reported a strong operating margin of 7.3 percent in Q2 2025, up from 6.9 percent in the previous year, supported by all business segments [4][9] - Organic sales growth was 5 percent, with North America showing improved growth, while real sales growth in technology and solutions was 4 percent, below expectations [4][9] - The decision to close down the government business within Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services (SCIS) is expected to positively impact long-term profitability, with completion estimated by the end of 2026 [13] Financial Performance - Total sales for Q2 2025 were MSEK 38,564, down from MSEK 40,638 in the previous year [9] - Operating income before amortization was MSEK 2,798, slightly down from MSEK 2,801 [9] - Earnings per share increased to SEK 2.56 from SEK 2.28, representing a 25 percent growth [14] Business Strategy - The company emphasizes a long-term partnership approach, leveraging deep security expertise and AI-enabled digital capabilities to navigate a complex risk landscape [6][7] - Ongoing business optimization is expected to yield MSEK 200 in annualized savings by the end of 2025 [12] - The company aims for an 8 percent operating margin by year-end 2025, with a long-term ambition of over 10 percent [16] Market Position - The company has maintained strong profitability in both technology and solutions, and security services, supported by active portfolio management and improved client offerings [10][11] - The business model focuses on delivering local security services, which mitigates exposure to global trade shifts and macroeconomic volatility [7]
Securitas AB Interim Report Q2 2025 | January-June