Sweden's Rottneros Q2 EBITDA turns positive on lower costs, net loss narrows
Sweden's Rottneros Q2 EBITDA turns positive on lower costs, net loss narrows
Overview
Sweden market pulp producer's Q2 net turnover fell 16% yr/yr on lower prices and volumes
Q2 EBITDA improved to positive 31 MSEK as costs declined sharply
Net loss narrowed from prior year, which included a large impairment charge
Outlook
Rottneros expects full-year investments of about 60 MSEK, down from 166 MSEK in 2025
Company says focus remains on cost efficiency, production availability and cash flow
Rottneros notes continued overcapacity and competitive pressure in the European pulp market
Result Drivers
LOWER SALES PRICES AND VOLUMES - Co said net turnover decline was driven by lower market prices for NBSK pulp and reduced delivery volumes, constrained by lower finished goods inventories
COST REDUCTIONS - Co said improved margins and profitability were mainly due to lower variable and fixed costs, including a decline in pulp wood prices and cost adjustments implemented in 2025
STABLE NICHE DEMAND - Co said demand in its prioritised sulphate pulp niches remained stable and solid, supporting production and sales
Company press release: ID:nWkrcfWMsg
Key Details
Metric | Beat/Miss | Actual | Consensus Estimate |
Q2 Loss Per Share |
| SEK 0.04 |
|
Q2 Net Loss |
| SEK 11 mln |
|
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