Core Insights - Vaisala Corporation reported strong performance in 2025, with a notable increase in orders received in Q4 despite challenges in the renewable energy market and normalization in meteorology and aviation sectors [1][11][12] Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, orders received were EUR 152.0 million, a 5% increase from EUR 144.5 million in Q4 2024, while the full-year orders received decreased by 9% to EUR 517.2 million [7][9] - Net sales for Q4 2025 were EUR 162.3 million, down 3% from EUR 167.5 million in Q4 2024, but full-year net sales increased by 6% to EUR 596.9 million [7][9] - EBITA for Q4 2025 was EUR 26.1 million, a decrease from EUR 30.3 million in Q4 2024, while full-year EBITA rose to EUR 94.2 million from EUR 90.3 million [7][9] - Earnings per share for Q4 2025 were EUR 0.50, down from EUR 0.59 in Q4 2024, and for the full year, it was EUR 1.65 compared to EUR 1.76 in 2024 [9][10] Business Outlook - For 2026, Vaisala estimates net sales to be between EUR 600–630 million and EBITA to be in the range of EUR 95–110 million [4][18] - Industrial markets are expected to grow, particularly in data centers, semiconductors, life sciences, and power sectors, while meteorology and aviation markets are anticipated to remain stable [5][17] - Renewable energy markets are projected to stabilize after a decline in 2025, with Xweather subscription sales expected to grow [6][17] Strategic Developments - The company successfully integrated acquisitions into its Xweather team, leading to a 50% increase in subscription sales in 2025, with organic growth of 11% in constant currencies [16] - The Industrial Measurements business area achieved record-high order intake and net sales, contributing significantly to overall performance [14][12] - Vaisala's strategy execution in 2025 focused on enhancing its position as a leader in measurement instruments for climate action, despite facing market uncertainties [11][14]