** Shares in Tietoevry TIETO.HE rise 10%, paring earlier gains of 16%, after the Finnish IT services firm reported its Q4 earnings above market expectations, and issued guidance for 2026
** Its Q4 EBIT of 58.8 million euros came in ahead of the 50.9 million euro forecast seen in Vara Research poll
** The company expects its 2026 full-year adjusted operating margin (EBITA) to reach 14.8–15.8%, up from 13.8% in 2025, and above analysts' estimate of 14%
** "Cost optimization measures progressed faster than planned, contributing to a clear improvement in full-year profitability," Tietoevry said in its statement
** Shares are on track for a best day since October 2025
(Reporting by Jesus Calero)
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