Volvo Construction Equipment's acquisition of Swecon is completed

Core Viewpoint - Volvo Construction Equipment has successfully completed the acquisition of Swecon, enhancing its operations in key European markets with a transaction valued at 7 billion SEK [1][2]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition encompasses Swecon's business operations in Sweden, Germany, and the Baltics, including sales, rental operations, aftermarket services, and support, along with 1,400 employees [2]. - The strategic intent behind this acquisition is to strengthen Volvo CE's retail operations and service sales, making the retail market a core focus in Europe [2]. Group 2: Financial Impact - In Q1 2026, Volvo CE's earnings will experience a temporary dilution due to a higher cost base in inventory, with an estimated impact of SEK 300 million as a result of the acquired inventory from Swecon [3]. - For the full year of 2024, Swecon's revenues were reported at SEK 10 billion [3].