Electrolux Group Interim report Q3 2025

Core Insights - The company reported continued organic sales growth in Q3 2025, primarily driven by North America, with slight increases in Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa [2][3] - Operating income improved significantly, particularly in North America, despite a challenging pricing environment and currency headwinds [4][8] - The company revised its full-year capital expenditure outlook down to approximately SEK 3.5-4 billion from a previous estimate of SEK 4-5 billion [6] Sales Performance - Net sales for the quarter amounted to SEK 32,318 million, a decrease from SEK 33,286 million, with organic sales growth recorded at 4.6%, down from 6.2% [8][14] - Strong growth in North America was a key driver of organic sales, while Latin America showed flat organic sales due to previous strong growth in 2024 [2][3] Operating Income and Cash Flow - Operating income improved to SEK 890 million, resulting in an operating margin of 2.8%, up from 1.0% [8] - Operating cash flow after investments was SEK 624 million, lower than the previous year's SEK 1,053 million, impacted by a larger seasonal build-up of receivables and high inventory levels [5][8] Market Conditions - Competitive pressure and promotional activities remained high across all regions, with varying consumer demand trends [3] - In North America, demand remained resilient despite industry market price adjustments not reflecting U.S. tariff structures [3] Strategic Initiatives - Continued investments in marketing and innovation are deemed essential for offering consumer-relevant products, exemplified by the launch of a new range of dishwashers [7] - Organizational changes are being implemented to enhance customer focus in the Asia-Pacific region [9]