** Shares of Beijer Ref BEIJb.ST rise 7% to top of STOXX 600 STOXX index after the Swedish refrigeration wholesaler reported Q1 profit that beats expectations
** It posted Q1 EBITA of SEK 832 million ($86.27 million), up 13% year-on-year, and 5% above Infront consensus
** It said it had good profitability in the quarter, with all operating segments showing sales growth driven by continued demand, high level of activity
** Jefferies says the Q1 was "solid"; notes that trade tariffs have not significantly impacted Beijer Ref's business, thanks to regional supply flows that keep it well-positioned
($1 = 9.6442 Swedish crowns)
(Reporting by Marta Frackowiak)
((marta.frackowiak@thomsonreuters.com))