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Sanoma updates its financial targets – aims to deliver high single-digit growth in the Group’s adjusted operating profit in 2026–2030
Globenewswire· 2025-11-25 06:00
Core Viewpoint - Sanoma has updated its financial targets, aiming for high single-digit growth in adjusted operating profit from 2026 to 2030, driven by accelerated net sales and earnings growth in its Learning and Media Finland segments [1][2]. Group Financial Targets - The financial targets for Learning include mid single-digit growth in comparable net sales and high single-digit growth in adjusted operating profit [4]. - For Media Finland, the targets are stable comparable net sales and low single-digit growth in adjusted operating profit [4]. Growth Drivers - In Learning, curriculum renewals in key markets like Poland and Spain are expected to enhance organic net sales growth from 2026 to 2030, alongside a shift towards personalized learning and AI integration [2]. - Media Finland is set to benefit from a digital transformation and significant advertising growth, particularly with the anticipated opening of the gambling market in 2027 [3][6]. Financial Metrics - The Group's net debt to adjusted EBITDA target has been revised to below 2.5 from below 3.0 [3][5]. - The updated dividend policy aims for an increasing dividend, representing 40-60% of annual free cash flow [5][9]. Changes in Performance Measures - Sanoma will amend the definition of free cash flow to include lease liabilities, which will better reflect cash available for profit distribution [8][9]. - The payout ratio for dividends is expected to increase, with the 2024 payout ratio projected at 56% under the new definition, compared to 44% previously [9].
Sanoma will publish its Q3 2025 Interim Report on 30 October
Globenewswire· 2025-10-09 08:00
Core Points - Sanoma will publish its Q3 2025 Interim Report on 30 October 2025 at approximately 8:30 EET [1] - An analyst and investor conference will be held on the same day at 12:00 p.m. EET, led by President and CEO Rob Kolkman and CFO Alex Green [2] - The conference will include a Q&A session, with questions accepted via webcast chat or phone [3] - An on-demand replay of the conference will be available shortly after the event [4] Company Overview - Sanoma is an innovative learning and media company impacting millions daily, committed to sustainability and the UN Sustainable Development Goals [5] - The company offers a range of learning products and services, including printed and digital content for various educational levels [6] - Sanoma operates across Europe with nearly 5,000 employees, reporting net sales of approximately €1.3 billion in 2024 and an operational EBIT margin of 13.4% [7]
Sanoma completed repurchase of own shares
Globenewswire· 2025-06-06 06:00
Group 1 - Sanoma Corporation completed the repurchase of 720,000 own shares at an average price of EUR 8.1433 per share, totaling EUR 5.9 million [1] - Following the repurchase, Sanoma holds a total of 792,677 own shares, which is 0.48% of the total number of shares [2] - The repurchased shares will be used as part of the Company's incentive program, based on authorizations from the Annual General Meetings [1] Group 2 - Sanoma is a learning and media company that aims to positively impact society while minimizing its environmental footprint, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals [3] - The company offers a range of learning products and services, including printed and digital content for various educational levels, and aims to grow its business [4] - In 2024, Sanoma reported net sales of approximately EUR 1.3 billion and an operational EBIT margin of 13.4% [5]
SANOMA CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 03 June 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-06-03 15:30
Group 1: Share Buyback Details - Sanoma Corporation executed a share buyback on 03 June 2025, acquiring 200 shares at an average price of EUR 9.4200 per share, totaling a cost of EUR 1,884.00 [1] - The company now holds a total of 789,188 of its own shares, including those acquired on 03 June 2025 [2] Group 2: Company Overview - Sanoma is described as an innovative and agile learning and media company, impacting millions daily and committed to sustainability [2] - The company offers a range of learning products and services, including printed and digital content for various educational levels, aiming for business growth [3] - Sanoma operates across Europe with nearly 5,000 employees and reported net sales of approximately EUR 1.3 billion in 2024, with an operational EBIT margin of 13.4% excluding PPA [4]
SANOMA CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 02 June 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-06-02 15:30
Group 1 - Sanoma Corporation executed a share buyback on June 2, 2025, acquiring 6,000 shares at an average price of €9.47 per share, totaling a cost of €56,820 [1] - The company now holds a total of 788,988 of its own shares following this acquisition [2] - Sanoma's net sales for 2024 were approximately €1.3 billion, with an operational EBIT margin excluding PPA of 13.4% [4] Group 2 - Sanoma is committed to sustainability, aligning its strategy with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Global Compact [2] - The company offers a range of learning products and services aimed at enhancing educational outcomes for children [3] - Sanoma operates across Europe with a workforce of nearly 5,000 professionals [4]
SANOMA CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 28 May 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-05-28 15:30
Group 1 - Sanoma Corporation executed a share buyback on 28 May 2025, acquiring 1,801 shares at an average price of EUR 9.4874, with a total cost of EUR 17,086.81 [1] - The company now holds a total of 778,191 of its own shares, including those acquired on 28 May 2025 [2] - Sanoma's net sales in 2024 amounted to approximately EUR 1.3 billion, with an operational EBIT margin excluding PPA of 13.4% [4] Group 2 - Sanoma is committed to sustainability, aiming to maximize its positive impact on society while minimizing its environmental footprint, aligning with the UN Sustainable Development Goals [2] - The company offers a range of learning products and services, including printed and digital content, to support education at various levels [3] - Sanoma operates across Europe and employs nearly 5,000 professionals, providing independent journalism and entertainment through its Finnish media [4]
SANOMA CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 25 April 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-04-25 15:30
Company Overview - Sanoma Corporation is an innovative and agile learning and media company impacting the lives of millions every day [2] - The company operates across Europe and employs close to 5,000 professionals [4] - In 2024, Sanoma's net sales amounted to approximately €1.3 billion, with an operational EBIT margin excluding PPA of 13.4% [4] Share Buyback Details - On 25 April 2025, Sanoma Corporation executed a share buyback of 1,580 shares at an average price of €9.4316 per share [1] - The total cost of the share buyback was €14,901.93, with the highest and lowest prices per share being €9.5000 and €9.3900, respectively [1] - The company now holds a total of 771,582 of its own shares, including those acquired on 25 April 2025 [2] Business Focus - Sanoma offers printed and digital learning content as well as digital learning and teaching platforms for primary, secondary, and vocational education [3] - The company is committed to maximizing its positive impact on society through its Sustainability Strategy and is a signatory to the UN Global Compact [2]
SANOMA CORPORATION: ACQUISITION OF OWN SHARES 27 March 2025
Globenewswire· 2025-03-27 16:30
Group 1: Share Buyback Details - Sanoma Corporation executed a share buyback on 27 March 2025, acquiring 9,100 shares at an average price of EUR 8.8810 per share, with a total cost of EUR 80,817.10 [1] - The highest price per share during the buyback was EUR 8.9300, while the lowest was EUR 8.8300 [1][2] - Following this transaction, the company holds a total of 671,557 of its own shares [2] Group 2: Company Overview - Sanoma is described as an innovative and agile learning and media company, impacting millions daily and committed to sustainability [2] - The company offers a range of learning products and services, including printed and digital content for various educational levels, aiming for business growth [3] - In 2024, Sanoma reported net sales of approximately EUR 1.3 billion, with an operational EBIT margin excluding PPA of 13.4% [4]