Overview
Sweden B2B AI software provider's Q1 net sales grew 13% yr/yr, highest in several years
EBITDA margin for Q1 was 17.6%, essentially flat yr/yr
Company plans to separate and list Aira unit, pending shareholder approval
Outlook
Upsales expects 2026 revenue growth of 10-15%
Company expects EBITDA margin to exceed 35% from Q2 2026 onward
Company sees cash flow improving in line with EBITDA after cost reductions and Aira separation
Result Drivers
NEW CUSTOMER ACQUISITION - Co said strong inflow of new customers contributed to Q1 net sales growth
RENEWAL TIMING IMPACT - ARR growth was modest due to concentration of annual renewals in Q1, resulting in higher churn
AI FEATURES DEPLOYMENT - Upsales said ongoing deployment of AI capabilities helped improve customer satisfaction and retention
Company press release: ID:nMFN58q8v0
Key Details
Metric
Beat/Miss
Actual
Consensus Estimate
Q1 Sales
SEK 40.8 mln
Q1 Net Income
SEK 3 mln
Q1 Cash Flow From Operating Activities
SEK 9.8 mln
Q1 EBIT
SEK 3.9 mln
Q1 EBITDA
SEK 7.2 mln
Q1 EBITDA Margin
17.6%
Analyst Coverage
The stock recently traded at 18 times the next 12-month earnings vs. a P/E of 21 three months ago
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