Overview
Swedish product development firm's Q1 revenue fell 1.1% yr/yr, EBITA rose slightly
Adjusted EBITA margin reached 9.3%, aided by improved utilization and cost control
Company signed record SEK 80 mln EAM contract after quarter end
Outlook
Company says it is taking steps to strengthen underperforming units to improve future margins
Prevas sees positive impact from AI on internal efficiency and customer engagements
Company expects record EAM contract to strengthen its position in the Nordics
Result Drivers
UTILIZATION & COST CONTROL - Co said improved resource utilization and cost control drove adjusted EBITA margin
RESTRUCTURING COSTS - Operating profit was reduced by restructuring costs in Denmark and Skåne, aimed at strengthening efficiency and margins going forward
AI EFFICIENCY GAINS - Co said AI is contributing to increased efficiency internally and in customer engagements
Company press release: ID:nWkr9LF7sw
Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q1 Revenue
SEK 425.80 mln
Q1 Net Income
SEK 20.60 mln
Q1 EBIT
SEK 31.90 mln
Q1 EBITA
SEK 35.70 mln
Analyst Coverage
The stock recently traded at 8 times the next 12-month earnings vs. a P/E of 10 three months ago
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