Interim / Quarterly Report • Jul 2, 2025
Interim / Quarterly Report
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March 1, 2025 – May 31, 2025
dustingroup.com
"Strengthened financial position and continued focus on improving profitability"
Financial key ratios
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full year |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All amounts in SEK million, unless otherwise indicated |
24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| Organic sales growth (%) | -2.9 | -3.5 | -5.4 | -12.7 | -4.1 | -9.9 |
| Gross margin (%) | 13.4 | 15.0 | 13.8 | 15.5 | 13.6 | 14.9 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 130 | 204 | 523 | 231 | 551 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin (%) | 1.4 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 2.6 |
| EBIT | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Profit/loss for the period | -28 | 27 | -2,634 | 136 | -2,717 | 53 |
| Items affecting comparability | -9 | 0 | -73 | -33 | -80 | -40 |
| Earnings per share, before and after dilution (SEK)* | -0.05 | 0.05 | -4.62 | 0.30 | -4.79 | 0.11 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | -139 | 454 | -1 | 502 | -356 | 147 |
| Net debt/adjusted EBITDA (multiple) | - | - | - | - | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Return on equity (%) | - | - | - | - | Neg | 0.8 |
* Earnings per share have been recalculated in the comparative period to take into account the completed share issues in 2023 and 2025.
While cautious demand continues to dominate the market, some signs of stabilisation were noted for the Nordics. To meet the prevailing market conditions, the focus in the third quarter has been on adapting operations and work with change. We have strengthened our financial position through a rights issue, which also enables us to maintain a high pace of change and implement measures to improve long-term profitability. The previously announced efficiency measures are now nearing completion, and we are building on this foundation with further initiatives to further enhance profitability over time. A clearer strategic focus on the business segment and our standardised service offering is an integral part of these initiatives.
The uncertain macroeconomic climate that is contributing to generally restrained demand continued to affect the market in the third quarter. However, despite continued low activity levels, some signs of stabilisation are apparent in the Nordics. Conditions remain challenging in Benelux with delayed investment decisions resulting in lower volumes and price pressure.
In the medium term, several structural drivers are expected to positively impact developments. Cumulatively, support ending for Windows 10, an ageing installed base and growing interest in AI-optimised computers are expected to boost demand for hardware in the B2B segment.
Nordics stabilise and challenges in the Netherlands Organic sales growth was -2.9 per cent in the third quarter, with -2.6 per cent for the SMB segment and - 3.0 per cent for the LCP segment. The trend for small and medium-sized businesses showed signs of stabilising during the quarter, with a slight sales growth to the segment's somewhat larger companies in the Nordic region.
Developments in the LCP segment were varied. In general, sales to the public sector and larger companies in the Nordics reported growth in the quarter. In contrast, developments in the Netherlands have presented challenges, mainly due to a general decline in volumes in specific framework agreements and as a result of increased competition.
Impact of lower volumes offset by cost control Profitability for the quarter was down year-on-year. Despite a stable trend in the SMB segment for the quarter, the gross margin declined to 13.4 per cent (15.0). In the Netherlands, reduced LCP segment volumes and increasing competition have generated price pressure, which has adversely impacted the gross margin. With initially lower margins, a higher share of sales in newly signed public sector framework agreements also had a negative impact.
Adjusted EBITA amounted to SEK 72 million (130), primarily due to the lower gross profit. While the impact of lower volumes has been offset by implemented cost savings, these were unable to fully compensate for the pressure on margins in the Netherlands LCP segment.
Strategic focus and continued efficiency measures The efficiency measures, generating annual savings of SEK 150–200 million, are now in their final phase. Savings are at the upper end of the range and involve more than 200 positions, covering both employees and consultants, as well as a reduction in the number of offices. We continue our transformation with the ambition to further increase efficiency over the long term through additional initiatives and continuous process improvements. A core part of this effort is our strategic focus on business customers and our standardised services, which also involves phasing out our consumer market offering. This shift enables us to strengthen and develop our B2B customer offering across all sales channels and to improve profitability over time.
We completed a successful rights issue in May that raised approximately SEK 1,240 million after issue costs for the company. We are pleased about the strong interest shown both by existing and by new shareholders, which resulted in the issue being oversubscribed. The issue proceeds will be used to reduce net debt, thereby enabling a high pace of change and the continued implementation of material profitability improvement measures over time.
Net debt in relation to adjusted EBITDA over the past 12-month period increased to a multiple of 4.3 at the end of the third quarter (3.0), compared with a multiple of 6.0 for the second quarter.
Negative cash flow from operating activities for the quarter was primarily attributable to temporary changes in net working capital. Net working capital was negatively impacted by higher inventory levels in combination with delayed payments due to public holidays at the end of the quarter.
We are noting some signs of the market stabilising, albeit from a low base and with continued caution. In the medium term, several structural drivers are expected to positively impact developments. Our focus is on continuing to strengthen profitability. We have implemented significant cost savings that are now yielding clear results and have also taken important steps forward to support further efficiency improvements with our shared IT platform.
We have strengthened our financial position through a rights issue, which also ensures a high pace of change. We have sharpened our strategic focus with a refinement toward business customers and our standardised service portfolio, thereby increasing customer value and enhances operational scalability.
We are well-placed for the future, even if our performance is not in line with our ambitions. Crucial drivers for the work ahead comprise a more focused organisation, a stronger foundation on which to build and committed employees.
Nacka, July 2025
Johan Karlsson, President and CEO
With our focus on long-term and profitable growth under a single brand, we are in a position to become one of Europe's leading IT partners. The foundation for continued growth is our extensive experience and successful Nordic operating model combined with our strength as a supplier to major customers in the private and public sector.
We support our customers in their everyday situations, regardless of whether it involves finding the right product, IT solution or a combination of the two. We draw energy from our strong sense of community, our colleagues' expertise, the size of the company and our efficient work processes. Together, we strive for sustainable growth and a sustainable industry.
Operations comprise two business segments: SMB (Small and Medium-sized Businesses) with a sales share of about 28 per cent in 2023/24 and LCP (Large, Corporate and Public Sector) with a sales share of about 72 per cent. Our sales are mainly made online and are complemented by consultative selling.
The demand for standardised and managed services is increasing as companies' needs for mobility and accessibility grow. We are broadening our already extensive product offering with services to help our customers with a large share of their IT needs.
The share of products and services purchased online is growing. We have been online since 1995 and have built a strong position, making us the Nordic region's largest e-retailer for the B2B segment.
The future is circular. Responsible business conduct is a prerequisite for modern, sound and successful operations. For us, this entails that we assume responsibility across the value chain. This involves everything from how we compose our offering to how we make it possible for our customers to make more sustainable choices and move toward more circular business models.
Dustin Group AB is a Swedish public limited company with its head office in Nacka Strand. The share was listed on Nasdaq Stockholm's Mid Cap Index in 2015.
Our vision is to help our customers to be at the forefront. We achieve this by providing the right IT solution to the right customer and user. At the right time and the right price. That's why our promise to our customers is – "We keep things moving."
Dustin's Board of Directors has established the following long-term financial targets, which were updated on February 20, 2023.
Growth of earnings per share of at least 10 per cent (three-year average annual rate of growth).
Supporting targets regarding earnings per share: Organic annual growth in net sales for SMB of 8 per cent and for LCP of 5 per cent (annual average over a three-year period).
Achieve a segment margin of at least 6.5 per cent for SMB and at least 4.5 per cent for LCP within the next three-year period.
Sustainability is an integrated part of our strategy and our operations, enabling us to facilitate sustainable business and to help our customers make sustainable choices. For us, sustainable business encompasses the entire Group's impact on society and our environment.
Last year, we joined the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and will therefore adapt our climate targets over time with the latest climate research. Our sustainability strategy focuses on three areas: climate, circularity and social equality. Our existing sustainability targets entail that by 2030 we will:
Our ambition is to work and collaborate systematically with our suppliers and our suppliers' suppliers based on our model for a responsible value chain. Through close cooperation with the world's largest hardware manufacturers and global distributors, we believe that we can make a difference together. Our Supplier Code of Conduct provides a basis in this work.
The way in which our products are manufactured is another key aspect, with factory audits playing a significant role in our work in this regard.
For us, social equality entails taking responsibility in such areas as labour, occupational health and safety, anti-corruption and human rights. We have an
Dustin's capital structure should enable a high degree of financial flexibility and provide scope for acquisitions. The company's target is net debt of 2.0– 3.0 times adjusted EBITDA for the last 12-month period.
25-per cent reduction of CO2e/MSEK net sales in the coming three-year period, contributing towards the unchanged 2030 commitment of being fully climate neutral.
To distribute more than 70 per cent of the year's profit, with the company's financial status taken into consideration.
opportunity to work actively with our partners to promote social equality throughout the value chain. It is a challenge that is present in all areas, including raw materials supply, production, delivery, takeback and recovery. We also want to have an open and inclusive work environment. By 2030, we aim to conduct 100 activities to promote increased social equality in our value chain.
We are continuing to develop our circular economy framework in order to adapt to progress in the electronics industry towards circular business models, research and new regulations, such as the EU Taxonomy and the future Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
Dustin aims to increase the circular share both through services and through takeback. We have worked intensively to broaden our standardised service offering. We have sharply increased our takeback volumes at our facility in the Netherlands and our Nordic facility in Växjö.
Income statement items and cash flows are compared with the year-earlier periods. Balance-sheet items pertain to the position at the end of the period and are compared with the corresponding year-earlier date. The quarter refers to March – May 2025.
Net sales declined 6.7 per cent to SEK 5,089 million (5,455) for the quarter. Organic growth was -2.9 per cent (-3.5), of which SMB accounted for -2.6 per cent (- 10.2) and LCP for -3.0 per cent (-0.8). Exchange-rate differences had a negative impact of 3.8 percentage points (-1.3). For more information, see source of alternative performance measures.
Gross profit amounted to SEK 680 million (821) in the quarter and the gross margin was 13.4 per cent (15.0). The margin decline was primarily attributable to lower volumes in conjunction with challenging competitive conditions that contributed to increased price pressure for specific large public sector framework agreements in the Netherlands. Furthermore, a higher share of sales in new public sector agreements with initially lower margins impacted negatively.
Adjusted EBITA amounted to SEK 72 million (130), corresponding to an adjusted EBITA margin of 1.4 per cent (2.4). The decline in the margin is due mainly to a lower gross profit. Implemented efficiency measures have contributed positively to adjusted EBITA performance.
Adjusted EBITA excludes items affecting comparability of SEK -9 million (0), related to ongoing efficiency measures. For more information, refer to Note 3 Items affecting comparability. For a comparison of adjusted EBITA and EBIT, see Note 2 Net sales and segment reporting.
EBIT amounted to SEK 11 million (86) and included items affecting comparability.
Financial items totalled SEK -55 million (-41) and mainly pertained to external financing expenses of SEK -51 million (-37), where the increase primarily related to higher interest rates.
Tax for the quarter was positive at SEK 17 million (-18), mainly due to a lower tax result in Benelux.
Loss for the quarter was SEK -28 million (27). Earnings per share amounted to SEK -0.05 (0.05) before and after dilution.
Cash flow before changes in working capital was SEK 27 million (81). Cash flow from changes in working capital was SEK -167 million (373), which was mainly a result of higher inventories combined with delayed cash flows as a result of public holidays at the end of the quarter.
Cash flow from investing activities amounted to SEK -47 million (-65) and pertained primarily to IT-related investments of SEK -37 million (-45). Further information can be found in Note 4 Investments.
Cash flow from financing activities amounted to SEK 1,205 million (-49) and was impacted primarily by the new share issue that raised SEK 1,240 million, net after transaction costs, and repayment of lease liabilities of SEK -51 million (-48).
Cash flow for the quarter was SEK 1,008 million (340).
The average number of full-time employees was 2,115, compared with approximately 2,271 in the third quarter of the preceding year.
A rights issue of ordinary shares that was approved by an extraordinary general meeting on May 5, 2025, was carried out on May 28, 2025. In conjunction with this, the number of shares and votes in Dustin Group AB increased by 904,950,208 to 1,362,250,312 shares (1,357,425,312 ordinary shares and 4,825,000 Class C shares), whereof 10,420,094 ordinary shares were subscribed for without subscription rights and were registered with the Swedish Companies Registration Office after the end of the period.
Net sales declined 6.9 per cent to
SEK 15,351 million (16,494). Organic sales growth was - 5.4 per cent (-12.7), of which SMB accounted for -4.6 per cent (-10.7) and LCP for -5.7 per cent (-13.5), where exchange-rate differences had a negative impact of 1.6 percentage points (-1.9).
Gross profit for the period amounted to SEK 2,125 million (2,565) and the gross margin was 13.8 per cent (15.5). The margin decline was primarily attributable to a higher share of sales in new public sector agreements with initially lower margins. Furthermore, lower volumes in conjunction with challenging competitive conditions that contributed to increased price pressure for specific large public sector framework agreements in the Netherlands impacted negatively.
Adjusted EBITA amounted to SEK 204 million (523), corresponding to an adjusted EBITA margin of 1.3 per cent (3.2). The margin decline was primarily attributable to lower gross profit and the fact that the cost base has not been reduced in pace with the drop in sales. Implemented efficiency measures have had the expected impact and contributed positively to adjusted EBITA performance.
Adjusted EBITA excluded items affecting comparability of SEK -73 million (-33), related to ongoing efficiency measures. For more information, refer to Note 3 Items affecting comparability. For a comparison of adjusted EBITA and EBIT, see Note 2 Net sales and segment reporting.
EBIT totalled SEK -2,544 million (357), and was negatively impacted by items affecting comparability and non-cash impairment, primarily of goodwill, of SEK 2,500 million that was announced last quarter. For more information, refer to Note 3 Items affecting comparability and Note 8 Impairment of acquisitionrelated intangible assets.
Financial items totalled SEK -148 million (-170) and mainly pertained to external financing expenses of SEK -140 million (-160). The decrease was mainly the result of lower interest expenses after the 2023/24 new share issue and repayment of loans.
Tax for the quarter was positive at SEK 58 million (-52), corresponding to an effective tax rate of -2.2 per cent (27.5). The effective tax rate was primarily a result of the second quarter impairment of intangible assets.
Loss for the period amounted to SEK -2,634 million (profit: 136). Earnings per share amounted to SEK -4.62 (0.30) before and after dilution. Earnings per share before impairment totalled SEK -0.23.
Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK -1 million (502). Cash flow before changes in working capital was SEK 141 million (354) and changes in working capital amounted to SEK -142 million (148). For further information regarding working capital, refer to the Net working capital section.
Cash flow from investing activities amounted to SEK -133 million (-193) and pertained primarily to ITrelated investments of SEK -105 million (-151). For more information, refer to Note 4 Investments.
Cash flow from financing activities amounted to SEK 1,092 million (-85). The period was primarily impacted by the new share issue, which generated a positive cash flow of SEK 1,240 million, net of transaction costs. The period was also impacted by the repayment of lease liabilities of SEK -152 million (-147) and paid borrowing expenses of SEK -12 million (-1,647).
Cash flow for the period was SEK 948 million (224).
Net working capital amounted to SEK 261 million (-205) at the end of the period. Inventory increased SEK 173 million year-on year, mainly related to customer-specific inventory in the Netherlands as well as to sales volumes slightly below expectations. Accounts receivable and accounts payable were both down year-on-year, with delayed payment flows due to public holidays at the end of the quarter impacting net working capital. Tax liabilities and other current liabilities increased by SEK 292 million, which was mainly due to goods that have been received but have not been invoiced by suppliers.
| SEK million | May 31, 2025 |
May 31, 2024 |
Aug 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inventories | 1,098 | 925 | 826 |
| Accounts receivable | 3,245 | 3,421 | 3,003 |
| Tax assets and other current receivables |
806 | 581 | 645 |
| Accounts payable | -3,493 | -4,028 | -3,306 |
| Tax liabilities and other current liabilities |
-1,396 | -1,104 | -993 |
| Net working capital | 261 | -205 | 175 |
At the end of the period, net debt amounted to SEK 2,057 million (2,736), where the decrease was driven by a higher cash balance following the completed new share issue.
At the end of the period, net debt in relation to adjusted EBITDA over the past 12-month period was 4.3 (3.0).
| SEK million | May 31, 2025 |
May 31, 2024 |
Aug 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liabilities to credit institutions |
3,373 | 3,545 | 3,511 |
| Other financial liabilities | 108 | 24 | 108 |
| Interest-bearing receivables |
-108 | -21 | -106 |
| Financial leasing liabilities |
548 | 550 | 569 |
| Cash and cash equivalents |
-1,864 | -1,361 | -884 |
| Net debt | 2,057 | 2,736 | 3,198 |
In accordance with the Nomination Committee instructions adopted by the Annual General Meeting, the following individuals were appointed as members of the Nomination Committee based on the ownership structure as of March 31, 2025.
Shareholders wishing to submit proposals to the Nomination Committee can do so by mail at the following address: Dustin Group AB, Att. Sara Hedblom, Box 1194, SE-131 27 Nacka Strand or by e-mail to: [email protected].
Dustin's Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in Stockholm on December 11, 2025. Shareholders who wish to have matters considered should submit a written request to the Board by October 23, 2025, to ensure that the matter is included in the notice convening the AGM. Requests should be addressed to Dustin Group AB, Att: Charlotte Törnberg, Box 1194, SE-131 27 Nacka Strand or by e-mail to: [email protected].
Dustin has extended its existing sustainability-linked long-term credit facility by one year. The new agreement runs until October 2027.
Dustin has taken the decision to fully focus on the business market, both online and through relationshipbased sales, and will phase out the consumer offering during the autumn of 2025. In the 2023/24 financial year, sales to consumers accounted for approximately 2 percent of total revenue.
Pontus Cederberg, previously acting EVP Relation Sales and a member of Dustin's Group Management, has been appointed permanent EVP Relation Sales and will continue as a member of Dustin's Group Management.
Dustin Group AB (Corp. Reg. No. 556703-3062), which is domiciled in Nacka, Sweden, only conducts holding operations. Furthermore, external financing is gathered in the Parent Company. Loss for the period amounted to SEK -240 million (246). The change resulted mainly from appropriations of SEK -500 million in the form of Group contributions and their tax effects together with currency fluctuations for financial items.
The Parent Company's share, with ticker symbol DUST, has been listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since February 13, 2015, and is included in the Mid Cap index. On May 31, 2025, the price was SEK 2.104 per share (14.52), representing a total market capitalisation of SEK 2,876 million (6,640).
On May 31, 2025, the company had a total of 12,934 shareholders (14,611). The Company's three largest shareholders were Axel Johnson Gruppen with 50.2 per cent, DNB Asset Management AS with 7.8 per cent and Avanza Pension with 3.2 per cent.
After the completed rights issue, the number of shares totalled 1,362,250,312 (457,300,104), of which 1,357,425,312 ordinary shares (452,475,104) and 4,825,000 Class C shares held in treasury (4,825,000). Refer to page 22 for share data at the end of the period.
Dustin operates through two business segments: SMB (Small and Medium-sized Businesses) and LCP (Large Corporate and Public sector). SMB includes companies with up to 500 employees in addition to consumers, while LCP includes larger companies with more than 500 employees as well as the public sector.
| Q3 | Q3 | Change | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Change | Rolling | Full year |
Change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | % | 24/25 | 23/24 | % | 12 months |
23/24 | % |
| Net sales | 1,396 | 1,474 | -5.3 | 4,489 | 4,759 | -5.7 | 5,768 | 6,037 | -4.5 |
| Segment results | 37 | 37 | 1.5 | 133 | 164 | -18.8 | 143 | 174 | -17.8 |
| Segment margin (%) |
2.7 | 2.5 | - | 3.0 | 3.4 | - | 2.5 | 2.9 | - |
*All sales in segment reporting relate to external sales.
Net sales for the quarter decreased 5.3 per cent to SEK 1,396 million (1,474). Organic growth was -2.6 per cent (-10.2). Exchange-rate differences had a negative impact of 2.6 percentage points.
While the market has shown some signs of stabilisation, this was from a low level. Some caution remains as a consequence of continued uncertainty about economic developments. Accordingly, demand was impacted by cost-cutting measures and thus delayed investment decisions from customers. We noted a slight increase in demand among larger SMB companies during the quarter, mainly in the Nordic region. Geographically, Norway and Finland both reported positive organic growth in the quarter.
Software and services as a percentage of sales increased to 13.8 per cent (12.2) in the third quarter (see Note 2 Net sales and segment reporting).
The gross margin posted a clear quarter-on-quarter improvement and was stable compared with the yearearlier quarter.
Profit for the segment was SEK 37 million (37), which was on a par with the corresponding period in the preceding year. Year-on-year, the operating margin improved slightly to 2.7 per cent (2.5). This improvement stemmed directly from the efficiency measures implemented.
| Q3 | Q3 | Change | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Change | Rolling | Full year |
Change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | % | 24/25 | 23/24 | % | 12 months |
23/24 | % |
| Net sales | 3,693 | 3,981 | -7.2 | 10,862 | 11,735 | -7.4 | 14,571 | 15,444 | -5.7 |
| Segment results | 63 | 130 | -51.1 | 174 | 456 | -61.9 | 227 | 509 | -55.4 |
| Segment margin (%) |
1.7 | 3.3 | - | 1.6 | 3.9 | - | 1.6 | 3.3 | - |
*All sales in segment reporting relate to external sales.
Net sales declined 7.2 per cent to SEK 3,693 million (3,981) for the quarter. Organic growth was -3.0 per cent (-0.8). Exchange-rate differences had a negative impact of 4.3 percentage points.
While caution related to economic uncertainty continue to affect the market, signs of stabilisation are emerging in the Nordic region. The negative growth in the quarter was primarily attributable to challenging developments in the Netherlands, where specific public sector framework agreements were subject to increased price pressure stemming from lower volumes and increased competition. As a whole, the Nordic region posted positive organic growth. For larger companies, demand has stabilised in several of our markets with slightly negative growth overall in the quarter. Geographically, the segment posted positive organic growth in Belgium and all Nordic markets with the exception of Denmark.
The gross margin decreased year-on-year as a result of price pressure in specific framework agreements involving multiple contracted suppliers in the Netherlands. A generally increased share of sales within new public sector framework agreements with an initially lower margin had a negative impact.
Profit for the segment declined to SEK 63 million (130), and the margin to 1.7 per cent (3.3). The lower profit was primarily attributable to a lower gross profit.
| SEK million | Q3 24/25 |
Q3 23/24 |
Change % |
Q1–Q3 24/25 |
Q1–Q3 23/24 |
Change % |
Rolling 12 months |
Full year 23/24 |
Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cost for corporate functions |
-28 | -36 | -21.9 | -103 | -97 | -6.8 | -138 | -132 | 5.0 |
| Costs for corporate functions in relation to net sales (%) |
-0.6 | -0.7 | - | -0.7 | -0.6 | - | -0.7 | -0.6 | - |
In the third quarter, costs for corporate functions amounted to 0.6 per cent (0.7) in relation to sales. Costs for corporate functions totalled SEK 28 million (36). The improvement was mainly driven by
implemented cost savings. For additional financial data on the segments, refer to Note 2 Net sales and segment reporting on pages 18–19, and to Segment information by quarter on page 26.
The undersigned certify that this interim report gives a true and fair presentation of the Parent Company's and the Group's operations, financial position and profits and describes the material risks and uncertainties facing the Parent Company and the companies in the Group.
Nacka, July 2, 2025
Johan Karlsson, President and CEO In accordance with authorisation by the Board of Directors
This report has not been reviewed by the company's auditors.
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | Note | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 2 | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| Cost of goods and services sold | -4,409 | -4,634 | -13,226 | -13,930 | -17,570 | -18,273 | |
| Gross profit | 680 | 821 | 2,125 | 2,565 | 2,769 | 3,209 | |
| Selling and administrative expenses | -659 | -725 | -2,081 | -2,159 | -2,736 | -2,813 | |
| Items affecting comparability | 3 | -9 | 0 | -73 | -33 | -80 | -40 |
| Other operating income | 11 | 5 | 21 | 16 | 24 | 19 | |
| Other operating expenses | -12 | -14 | -36 | -31 | -47 | -42 | |
| Impairment of acquisition-related intangible assets |
- | - | -2,500 | - | -2,500 | - | |
| EBIT | 2 | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Financial income and other similar income statement items |
2 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 20 | 4 | |
| Financial expenses and other similar income statement items |
-57 | -42 | -167 | -172 | -214 | -219 | |
| Profit/loss after financial items | -44 | 45 | -2,691 | 188 | -2,763 | 117 | |
| Tax | 17 | -18 | 58 | -52 | 46 | -63 | |
| Profit or loss for the period, attributable in its entirety to Parent Company shareholders |
-28 | 27 | -2,634 | 136 | -2,717 | 53 | |
| Earnings per share before dilution (SEK)* |
-0.05 | 0.05 | -4.62 | 0.30 | -4.79 | 0.11 | |
| Earnings per share after dilution (SEK)* | -0.05 | 0.05 | -4.62 | 0.30 | -4.79 | 0.11 |
* Earnings per share have been recalculated in the comparative period to take into account the completed share issues in 2023 and 2025.
| SEK million | Q3 24/25 |
Q3 23/24 |
Q1–Q3 24/25 |
Q1–Q3 23/24 |
Rolling 12 months |
Full-year 23/24 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profit/loss for the period | -28 | 27 | -2,634 | 136 | -2,717 | 53 |
| Other comprehensive income: | ||||||
| Items that may be transferred to the income statement |
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| The result of the remeasurement of derivatives recognised in equity |
10 | -56 | 1 | 96 | -39 | 55 |
| Result from hedge of net investments in foreign operations |
71 | -51 | 82 | 149 | 80 | 147 |
| Translation reserve | -115 | 128 | -194 | -251 | -258 | -315 |
| Tax attributable to components in other comprehensive income |
-17 | 22 | -17 | -50 | -8 | -42 |
| Other comprehensive income after tax | -50 | 43 | -128 | -56 | -225 | -154 |
| Comprehensive income for the period is attributable in its entirety to Parent Company shareholders |
-78 | 70 | -2,761 | 80 | -2,942 | -101 |
| May 31, | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | Note | May 31, 2025 | 2024 | Aug 31, 2024 |
| ASSETS | ||||
| Non-current assets | ||||
| Goodwill | 8 | 5,767 | 8,490 | 8,427 |
| Intangible assets attributable to acquisitions | 386 | 524 | 499 | |
| Other intangible assets | 4 | 540 | 519 | 537 |
| Tangible assets | 4 | 75 | 119 | 114 |
| Right-of-use assets | 4 | 531 | 533 | 552 |
| Deferred tax assets | 153 | 111 | 102 | |
| Derivative instruments | 5 | 60 | 159 | 114 |
| Other non-current assets | 13 | 8 | 6 | |
| Total non-current assets | 7,524 | 10,461 | 10,351 | |
| Current assets | ||||
| Inventories | 1,098 | 925 | 826 | |
| Accounts receivable | 3,245 | 3,421 | 3,003 | |
| Interest-bearing receivables | 108 | 21 | 106 | |
| Derivative instruments | 5 | 3 | - | 2 |
| Tax assets | 17 | 65 | 42 | |
| Other receivables | 789 | 516 | 603 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 1,864 | 1,361 | 884 | |
| Total current assets | 7,125 | 6,309 | 5,467 | |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 14,650 | 16,770 | 15,818 | |
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | ||||
| Equity | ||||
| Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders | 5,494 | 7,187 | 7,008 | |
| Total equity | 5,494 | 7,187 | 7,008 | |
| Non-current liabilities | ||||
| Deferred tax and other long-term provisions | 120 | 165 | 151 | |
| Liabilities to credit institutions | 3,373 | 3,545 | 3,511 | |
| Non-current lease liabilities | 374 | 362 | 386 | |
| Derivative instruments | 5 | 19 | 2 | 13 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 3,886 | 4,074 | 4,061 | |
| Current liabilities | ||||
| Liabilities to credit institutions | 108 | 24 | 108 | |
| Other provisions | 7 | 6 | 6 | |
| Current lease liabilities | 174 | 189 | 183 | |
| Accounts payable | 3,493 | 4,028 | 3,306 | |
| Tax liabilities | 46 | 148 | 111 | |
| Derivative instruments | 5 | 91 | 164 | 152 |
| Other current liabilities | 1,350 | 952 | 882 | |
| Total current liabilities | 5,269 | 5,510 | 4,748 | |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 14,650 | 16,770 | 15,818 |
| SEK million | May 31, 2025 | May 31, 2024 | Aug 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Balance as of September 1 | 7,008 | 5,394 | 5,394 |
| Profit/loss for the period | -2,634 | 136 | 53 |
| Other comprehensive income | |||
| Translation difference | -194 | -251 | -315 |
| The result of the remeasurement of derivatives recognised in equity | 1 | 96 | 55 |
| Result from hedge of net investments in foreign operations | 82 | 149 | 147 |
| Tax attributable to components in other comprehensive income | -17 | -50 | -42 |
| Total other comprehensive income | -128 | -56 | -154 |
| Total comprehensive income | -2,761 | 80 | -101 |
| New share issue | 1,267 | 1,768 | 1,768 |
| Issue costs, net after tax | -22 | -39 | -39 |
| Share-based incentive programme | 2 | 3 | 6 |
| Repurchase of own shares | - | -20 | -20 |
| Total transactions with shareholders | 1,247 | 1,712 | 1,715 |
| Closing equity as per the balance sheet date, attributable to Parent Company shareholders in its entirety |
5,494 | 7,187 | 7,008 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note SEK million |
24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 23/24 |
| Operating activities | |||||
| EBIT | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | 332 |
| Adjustment for non-cash items | 112 | 108 | 2,869 | 313 | 418 |
| Interest received | 2 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 4 |
| Interest paid | -53 | -38 | -134 | -160 | -202 |
| Income tax paid | -45 | -76 | -69 | -158 | -174 |
| Cash flow from operating activities before | |||||
| changes in working capital | 27 | 81 | 141 | 354 | 378 |
| Decrease (+)/increase (-) in inventories | -51 | -19 | -297 | 48 | 145 |
| Decrease (+)/increase (-) in receivables | 406 | -332 | -661 | -848 | -579 |
| Decrease (-)/increase (+) in current liabilities | -521 | 724 | 816 | 947 | 203 |
| Cash flow from changes in working capital | -167 | 373 | -142 | 148 | -231 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | -139 | 454 | -1 | 502 | 147 |
| Investing activities | |||||
| Acquisition of intangible assets 4 |
-43 | -48 | -122 | -154 | -197 |
| Acquisition of tangible assets 4 |
-4 | -17 | -11 | -39 | -48 |
| Divestment of tangible assets | - | - | - | - | 1 |
| Cash flow from investing activities | -47 | -65 | -133 | -193 | -245 |
| Financing activities | |||||
| New share issue | 1,240 | 0 | 1,240 | 1,729 | 1,729 |
| Repurchase of own shares | - | - | - | -20 | -20 |
| New loans raised | 10 | - | 10 | - | - |
| Repayment of loans | - | 0 | -3 | -1,647 | -1,648 |
| Paid borrowing expenses | -4 | - | -12 | 0 | -12 |
| Repayment of lease liabilities | -51 | -48 | -152 | -147 | -197 |
| Cash flow from financing activities | 1,194 | -49 | 1,082 | -85 | -149 |
| Cash flow for the period | 1,008 | 340 | 948 | 224 | -247 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 839 | 1,030 | 884 | 1,108 | 1,108 |
| Cash flow for the period | 1,008 | 340 | 948 | 224 | -246 |
| Exchange rate differences in cash and cash equivalents |
17 | -10 | 32 | 29 | 22 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 1,864 | 1,361 | 1,864 | 1,361 | 884 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling 12 |
Full year |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 5 | 4 | 12 | 8 | 19 | 15 |
| Cost of goods and services sold | -5 | -2 | -11 | -6 | -15 | -10 |
| Gross profit | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 5 |
| Selling and administrative expenses | -1 | -1 | -5 | -6 | -7 | -8 |
| Other operating expenses | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| EBIT | -1 | 0 | -4 | -4 | -3 | -3 |
| Financial income and other similar income statement items |
163 | 58 | 393 | 455 | 565 | 627 |
| Financial expenses and other similar income statement items |
-69 | -34 | -190 | -151 | -280 | -241 |
| Profit after financial items | 93 | 23 | 199 | 299 | 282 | 382 |
| Appropriations | -500 | - | -500 | - | -449 | 51 |
| Tax | 83 | -5 | 61 | -54 | 108 | -6 |
| Profit/loss for the period | -325 | 19 | -240 | 246 | -59 | 427 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling 12 |
Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | months | 23/24 |
| Profit/loss for the period | -325 | 19 | -240 | 246 | -59 | 427 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Comprehensive income for the period | -325 | 19 | -240 | 246 | -59 | 427 |
| SEK million | May 31, 2025 |
May 31, 2024 |
Aug 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | 1,573 | 1,212 | 1,404 |
| Current assets | 9,149 | 8,070 | 7,989 |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 10,722 | 9,282 | 9,393 |
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| Restricted equity | 2,377 | 2,282 | 2,287 |
| Non-restricted equity | 4,380 | 3,279 | 3,463 |
| Untaxed reserves | - | 134.1 | - |
| Non-current liabilities | 3,405 | 3,545 | 3,524 |
| Current liabilities | 559 | 42 | 118 |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 10,722 | 9,282 | 9,393 |
Dustin applies IFRS as adopted by the EU. This report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and the Swedish Annual Accounts Act. The accounting policies are consistent with those presented in the Group's Annual Report for the 2023/24 financial year, unless otherwise stated. The Parent Company applies the Swedish Annual Accounts Act, and the Swedish Corporate Reporting Board's recommendation RFR 2 Accounting for Legal Entities.
This report has been prepared in SEK million, unless otherwise stated. Rounding-off differences may occur in this report.
Dustin has several programmes for share-based remuneration, which are reported in accordance with IFRS 2. The new programme, PSP 2025, was endorsed at the Annual General Meeting and will be recognised in the company's third quarter. Personnel costs for shares relating to the programme are calculated on each accounting date based on an assessment of the probability of the performance targets being achieved. The costs are calculated based on the number of shares that Dustin expects to need to settle at the end of the vesting period. When shares are allotted, social security contributions must be paid in some countries to the value of the employee's benefit. This value is based on fair value on each accounting date and recognised as a provision for social security contributions.
Dustin's risks and uncertainties have increased as a result of the current economic uncertainty. A weakened economic cycle, characterised by subdued demand and rising costs, has created a challenging market environment. This uncertainty may be further reinforced by a range of external factors, including geopolitical tensions, disruptions in global supply chains, increased volatility in energy and financial markets, and continued high inflationary pressure.
Dustin has a structured and Group-wide process to identify, classify, manage and monitor a number of strategic, operative and external risks.
For a more detailed description of the risks that are expected to be particularly significant for the future development of the Group, refer to pages 71–76 of Dustin's 2023/24 Annual and Sustainability Report.
| Note 2 Net sales and segment reporting | ||
|---|---|---|
| ---------------------------------------- | -- | -- |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All amounts in SEK million, unless otherwise indicated Note |
24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months |
23/24 |
| Net sales | ||||||
| LCP | 3,693 | 3,981 | 10,862 | 11,735 | 14,571 | 15,444 |
| of which, Nordic | 1,830 | 1,727 | 5,459 | 5,238 | 7,141 | 6,920 |
| of which, Benelux | 1,863 | 2,254 | 5,403 | 6,497 | 7,430 | 8,524 |
| of which, hardware | 3,339 | 3,573* | 9,315 | 10,495* | 12,651* | 13,831* |
| of which, software and services | 354 | 407* | 1,547 | 1,240* | 1,920* | 1,613* |
| SMB | 1,396 | 1,474 | 4,489 | 4,759 | 5,768 | 6,037 |
| of which, Nordic | 1,179 | 1,228 | 3,786 | 3,967 | 4,840 | 5,021 |
| of which, Benelux | 217 | 246 | 704 | 792 | 928 | 1,016 |
| of which, hardware | 1,204 | 1,295* | 3,926 | 4,162* | 5,011* | 5,247* |
| of which, software and services | 192 | 180* | 563 | 597* | 757* | 791* |
| Total | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| of which, Nordic | 3,009 | 2,955 | 9,245 | 9,206 | 11,980 | 11,941 |
| of which, Benelux | 2,080 | 2,500 | 6,106 | 7,289 | 8,358 | 9,540 |
| of which, hardware | 4,543 | 4,868* | 13,241 | 14,657* | 17,662* | 19,078* |
| of which, software and services | 546 | 587* | 2,110 | 1,837* | 2,677* | 2,404* |
| Segment results | ||||||
| LCP | 63 | 129 | 174 | 456 | 227 | 509 |
| SMB | 37 | 37 | 133 | 164 | 143 | 174 |
| Total | 101 | 166 | 307 | 620 | 370 | 683 |
| Corporate functions | -28 | -36 | -103 | -97 | -138 | -132 |
| of which depreciation of right-of-use assets | 4 | 4 | 12 | 11 | 16 | 15 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 130 | 204 | 523 | 231 | 551 |
| Segment margin | ||||||
| LCP, segment margin (%) | 1.7 | 3.3 | 1.6 | 3.9 | 1.6 | 3.3 |
| SMB, segment margin (%) | 2.7 | 2.5 | 3.0 | 3.4 | 2.5 | 2.9 |
| Segment margin | 2.0 | 3.0 | 2.0 | 3.8 | 1.8 | 3.2 |
| Costs for corporate functions, excluding items | -0.6 | -0.7 | -0.7 | -0.6 | -0.7 | -0.6 |
| affecting comparability in relation to net sales (%) | ||||||
| Reconciliation with profit after financial items | ||||||
| Items affecting comparability 3 |
-9 | 0 | -73 | -33 | -80 | -40 |
| Amortisation and impairment of intangible assets | -52 | -43 | -2,674 | -133 | -2,720 | -179 |
| EBIT, Group | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Financial income and other similar income statement items |
2 | 1 | 19 | 3 | 20 | 4 |
| Financial expenses and other similar income | ||||||
| statement items | -57 | -42 | -167 | -172 | -214 | -219 |
| Profit/loss after financial items, Group | -44 | 45 | -2,691 | 188 | -2,763 | 117 |
*The system integration of Benelux has enabled more granular data, which has led to a reclassification between software and hardware in the historical comparative figures, primarily within LCP. Previously reported amounts for the third quarter of 2023/24 amounted to SEK 3,188 million for hardware and SEK 793 million for software, and accumulated for the fiscal year 2023/24 to SEK 9,201 million and SEK 2,763 million, respectively.
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| By geographic area | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Sweden | 1,427 | 1,290 | 4,354 | 4,107 | 5,625 | 5,378 |
| Finland | 472 | 419 | 1,306 | 1,470 | 1,674 | 1,837 |
| Denmark | 400 | 505 | 1,366 | 1,473 | 1,800 | 1,908 |
| Netherlands | 1,814 | 2,302 | 5,381 | 6,665 | 7,450 | 8,734 |
| Norway | 709 | 741 | 2,219 | 2,156 | 2,882 | 2,818 |
| Belgium | 266 | 198 | 726 | 624 | 908 | 806 |
| Total | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
Items affecting comparability for the quarter amounted to SEK -9 million (0), which mainly pertained to restructuring costs resulting from a new organisational structure.
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Integration costs | - | 0 | 0 | -32 | -2 | -34 |
| Restructuring costs | -9 | - | -73 | - | -73 | - |
| Transportation incident | - | - | - | - | -5 | -5 |
| Recruitment costs of senior executives | - | - | - | -1 | - | -1 |
| Total | -9 | 0 | -73 | -33 | -80 | -40 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Capitalised expenditure for IT development (integrated IT platform and other long-term |
||||||
| strategic IT systems) | 37 | 45 | 105 | 151 | 147 | 193 |
| of which, affecting cash flow | 37 | 45 | 105 | 151 | 147 | 193 |
| Investments in tangible and intangible assets | 28 | 78 | 119 | 171 | 139 | 190 |
| of which, affecting cash flow | 10 | 20 | 28 | 43 | 37 | 52 |
| of which, leased assets | 18 | 58 | 92 | 128 | 102 | 138 |
| Investments in assets related to service provision |
4 | 18 | 45 | 70 | 67 | 93 |
| of which, leased assets | 4 | 18 | 45 | 70 | 67 | 93 |
| Total investments | 69 | 141 | 270 | 392 | 353 | 476 |
| of which, affecting cash flow | 47 | 65 | 133 | 193 | 184 | 245 |
| of which, leased assets | 23 | 76 | 137 | 199 | 169 | 231 |
Dustin's right-of-use assets mainly relate to buildings and IT equipment. During the quarter, right-of-use assets totalling SEK 23 million (76) were added, mainly attributable to IT equipment for service provision, such as servers and network solutions as well as buildings and vehicles.
| SEK million | May 31, 2025 |
May 31, 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Buildings | 281 | 281 |
| Vehicles | 88 | 100 |
| IT equipment for internal use | 31 | 27 |
| IT equipment related to service provision | 129 | 123 |
| Other items | 1 | 2 |
| Right-of-use assets | 531 | 533 |
Financial instruments measured at fair value consist of derivative instruments. As regards other financial items, these essentially match fair value and book value.
Dustin has interest-rate and currency derivatives that are measured at fair value. Derivative instruments have been used as a hedge for variable interest on external bank loans. Currency derivatives pertain to hedging for
USD purchases from China and hedging investments of foreign subsidiaries. The Group applies hedge accounting for derivatives and currency futures, and the fair value is based on Level 2 data according to the definition in IFRS 13. The measurement level remains unchanged compared with
August 31, 2024. As of May 31, 2025, the fair value of derivative instruments amounted to SEK -1 million (-8), attributable to changes in exchange rates and interest rates.
Dustin is impacted by seasonal variations. Each quarter is comparable between years. Sales volumes are normally higher in November and December, and lower during the summer months when sales and marketing activities are less intense. Similar seasonal variations occur in all geographical markets.
There were no significant related-party transactions during the current period or comparative period and any minor transactions were conducted on market terms.
An updated assessment of market conditions resulted in an increased risk premium in the second quarter, which resulted in an impairment of SEK 2,500 million. Out of the impairment amount, around 80 per cent is related to the LCP segment and the remaining 20 per cent relate to the SMB segment, both in the Benelux and in the Nordics. The impairment primarily relates to goodwill and has no impact on cash flow, but is charged to accumulated EBIT.
| All amounts in SEK million, | Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| unless otherwise indicated | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Income statement | ||||||
| Organic sales growth (%) | -2.9 | -3.5 | -5.4 | -12.7 | -4.1 | -9.9 |
| Gross margin (%) | 13.4 | 15.0 | 13.8 | 15.5 | 13.6 | 14.9 |
| EBIT | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 131 | 191 | 388 | 708 | 479 | 799 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 130 | 204 | 523 | 231 | 551 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin (%) | 1.4 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 2.6 |
| Return on equity (%) | - | - | - | - | -49.6 | 0.8 |
| Balance sheet | ||||||
| Net working capital | 261 | -205 | 261 | -205 | 261 | 175 |
| Capital employed | 1,632 | 1,242 | 1,632 | 1,242 | 1,632 | 1,600 |
| Net debt | 2,057 | 2,736 | 2,057 | 2,736 | 2,057 | 3,198 |
| Net debt/adjusted EBITDA (multiple) | - | - | - | - | 4.3 | 4 |
| Maintenance investments | -47 | -65 | -133 | -193 | -184 | -245 |
| Cash flow | ||||||
| Operating cash flow | -82 | 498 | 113 | 662 | -226 | 323 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | -139 | 454 | -1 | 502 | -356 | 147 |
| Data per share | ||||||
| Earnings per share before dilution (SEK)* | -0.05 | 0.05 | -4.62 | 0.30 | -4.79 | 0.11 |
| Earnings per share after dilution (SEK)* | -0.05 | 0.05 | -4.62 | 0.30 | -4.79 | 0.11 |
| Equity per share (SEK) | 4.06 | 15.88 | 4.06 | 15.88 | 4.06 | 15.33 |
| Cash flow from operating activities per share before dilution (SEK) |
-0.24 | 0.81 | -0.00 | 1.12 | -0.63 | 0.31 |
| Cash flow from operating activities per share after dilution (SEK) |
-0.24 | 0.81 | -0.00 | 1.12 | -0.63 | 0.31 |
| Average number of shares** | 593,077,460 | 452,475,104 | 570,356,693 | 326,145,376 | 567,445,794 | 477,105,587 |
| Average number of shares after dilution* |
593,077,460 | 452,475,104 | 570,356,693 | 326,145,376 | 567,445,794 | 477,105,587 |
| Number of shares issued at end of period | 1,351,830,218 | 457,300,104 | 1,351,830,218 | 457,300,104 | 1,351,830,218 | 457,300,104 |
* Earnings per share and the average number of shares have been recalculated in the comparative period to take into account the completed
share issues in 2023 and 2025. ** The average number of shares is the weighted number of shares outstanding during the period after repurchasing of own shares.
Dustin uses alternative performance measures (APMs), which comprise financial measures that are not defined under IFRS. These financial measures are assessed as providing the reader of the report with valuable information and constitute a complement when assessing Dustin's performance. The performance measures that Dustin has chosen to present are relevant in relation to its operations and the Company's financial targets for growth, margins and capital structure and in terms of Dustin's dividend policy. The alternative performance measures are not always comparable with those applied by other companies
since these may have calculated in a different way. Definitions on page 28 present how Dustin defines its performance measures and the purpose of each key ratio. The data presented below are supplementary information from which all alternative performance measures can be derived.
This report has been prepared in SEK million, unless otherwise stated. Rounding-off differences may occur in this report.
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return on equity | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Profit/loss for the period | - | - | - | - | -2,717 | 53 |
| Equity | - | - | - | - | 7,008 | 7,008 |
| Return on equity (%) | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0.0 | -0.4 | 0.0 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Gross margin | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| Gross profit | 680 | 821 | 2,125 | 2,565 | 2,769 | 3,209 |
| Gross margin (%) | 13.4 | 15.0 | 13.8 | 15.5 | 13.6 | 14.9 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Equity per share | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Equity | 5,494 | 7,187 | 5,494 | 7,187 | 7,008 | 7,008 |
| Number of shares (million shares) | 1,352 | 452 | 1,352 | 452 | 1,352 | 457 |
| Equity per share | 4.06 | 15.88 | 4.06 | 15.88 | 5.18 | 15.33 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Adjusted EBITA | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| EBIT | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Amortisation and impairment of intangible assets |
52 | 43 | 2,674 | 133 | 2,720 | 179 |
| Items affecting comparability | 9 | 0 | 73 | 33 | 80 | 40 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 130 | 204 | 523 | 231 | 551 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | Q3 24/25 |
Q3 23/24 |
Q1–Q3 24/25 |
Q1–Q3 23/24 |
Rolling 12 months |
Full-year 23/24 |
| EBIT | 11 | 86 | -2,544 | 357 | -2,569 | 332 |
| Amortisation and impairment of tangible assets |
9 | 11 | 32 | 34 | 43 | 46 |
| Depreciation and impairment of right of-use assets |
50 | 50 | 153 | 151 | 205 | 203 |
| Amortisation and impairment of intangible assets |
52 | 43 | 2,674 | 133 | 2,720 | 179 |
| Items affecting comparability | 9 | 0 | 73 | 33 | 80 | 40 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 131 | 191 | 388 | 708 | 479 | 799 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adjusted EBITA margin | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 130 | 204 | 523 | 231 | 551 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin (%) | 1.4 | 2.4 | 1.3 | 3.2 | 1.1 | 2.6 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Cash flow from operating activities per share |
24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | -139 | 454 | -1 | 502 | -356 | 147 |
| Average number of shares (million shares) |
593 | 452 | 570 | 326 | 567 | 477 |
| Cash flow from operating activities per | -0.24 | 1.00 | -0.00 | 1.54 | -0.63 | 0.31 |
| share, SEK | ||||||
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Net working capital | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Inventories | 1,098 | 925 | 1,098 | 925 | 1,098 | 826 |
| Accounts receivable | 3,245 | 3,421 | 3,245 | 3,421 | 3,245 | 3,003 |
| Tax assets and other current | 806 | 581 | 806 | 581 | 806 | 645 |
| receivables | ||||||
| Accounts payable Tax liabilities and other current |
-3,493 | -4,028 | -3,493 | -4,028 | -3,493 | -3,306 |
| liabilities | -1,396 | -1,104 | -1,396 | -1,104 | -1,396 | -993 |
| Net working capital | 261 | -205 | 261 | -205 | 261 | 175 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Net debt | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Liabilities to credit institutions | 3,373 | 3,545 | 3,373 | 3,545 | 3,373 | 3,511 |
| Other financial liabilities | 108 | 24 | 108 | 24 | 108 | 108 |
| Interest-bearing receivables | -108 | -21 | -108 | -21 | -108 | -106 |
| Financial leasing liabilities | 548 | 550 | 548 | 550 | 548 | 569 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | -1,864 | -1,361 | -1,864 | -1,361 | -1,864 | -884 |
| Net debt | 2,057 | 2,736 | 2,057 | 2,736 | 2,057 | 3,198 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Net debt/adjusted EBITDA | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net debt | - | - | - | - | 2,057 | 3,198 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | - | - | - | - | 479 | 799 |
| Net debt/adjusted EBITDA (multiple) | - | - | - | - | 4.3 | 4.0 |
| Organic growth | Q3 24/25 |
Q3 23/24 |
Q1–Q3 24/25 |
Q1–Q3 23/24 |
Rolling 12 months |
Full-year 23/24 |
| Net sales | ||||||
| Of which, acquired | 5,089 | 5,455 | 15,351 | 16,494 | 20,339 | 21,482 |
| Of which, currency effects | 0 209 |
0 -70 |
0 258 |
0 -355 |
0 363 |
0 -248 |
| Organic net sales | ||||||
| Net sales in comparative period | 5,298 5,455 |
5,385 5,582 |
15,609 16,494 |
16,140 18,489 |
20,702 21,582 |
21,233 23,577 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organic growth – SMB | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 1,396 | 1,474 | 4,489 | 4,759 | 5,768 | 6,037 |
| of which, acquired | 0 | 23 | 0 | 102 | 22 | 123 |
| Of which, currency effects | 39 | -12 | 51 | -55 | 71 | -32 |
| Organic net sales | 1,435 | 1,485 | 4,540 | 4,806 | 5,861 | 6,129 |
| Net sales in comparative period | 1,474 | 1,654 | 4,759 | 5,385 | 6,218 | 6,844 |
| Organic growth – SMB (%) | -2.6 | -10.2 | -4.6 | -10.7 | -5.7 | -10.4 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Organic growth – LCP | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 3,693 | 3,981 | 10,862 | 11,735 | 14,571 | 15,444 |
| Of which, acquired | 0 | -25 | 0 | -101 | -23 | -125 |
| Of which, currency effects | 170 | -59 | 207 | -298 | 293 | -216 |
| Organic net sales | 3,863 | 3,897 | 11,068 | 11,336 | 14,841 | 15,103 |
| Net sales in comparative period | 3,981 | 3,928 | 11,735 | 13,105 | 15,364 | 16,733 |
| Organic growth – LCP (%) | -3.0 | -0.8 | -5.7 | -13.5 | -3.4 | -9.7 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Operating cash flow | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 131 | 191 | 388 | 708 | 479 | 799 |
| Cash flow from changes in working capital |
-167 | 373 | -142 | 148 | -521 | -231 |
| Maintenance investments | -47 | -65 | -133 | -193 | -185 | -245 |
| Operating cash flow | -82 | 498 | 113 | 663 | -226 | 323 |
| Q3 | Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Q1–Q3 | Rolling | Full-year | |
| Capital employed | 24/25 | 23/24 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 12 months | 23/24 |
| Net working capital | 261 | -205 | 261 | -205 | 261 | 175 |
| Non-current assets | 7,524 | 10,461 | 7,524 | 10,461 | 7,524 | 10,351 |
| Goodwill and intangible assets attributable to acquisitions |
6,153 | 9,013 | 6,153 | 9,013 | 6,153 | 8,926 |
| Capital employed | 1,632 | 1,242 | 1,632 | 1,242 | 1,632 | 1,600 |
| All amounts in SEK million, unless | Q3 | Q2 | Q1 | Q4 | Q3 | Q2 | Q1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| otherwise indicated | 24/25 | 24/25 | 24/25 | 23/24 | 23/24 | 23/24 | 23/24 |
| Net sales | 5,089 | 5,480 | 4,782 | 4,988 | 5,455 | 5,246 | 5,793 |
| Organic sales growth (%) | -2.9 | 3.7 | -16.2 | 0.1 | -3.5 | -16.4 | -16.2 |
| Gross margin (%) | 13.4 | 13.9 | 14.3 | 12.9 | 15.0 | 16.3 | 15.3 |
| Adjusted EBITA | 72 | 110 | 21 | 28 | 130 | 201 | 192 |
| Adjusted EBITA margin (%) | 1.4 | 2.0 | 0.4 | 0.6 | 2.4 | 3.8 | 3.3 |
| Net sales per segment: | |||||||
| LCP | 3,693 | 3,940 | 3,228 | 3,709 | 3,981 | 3,672 | 4,082 |
| SMB | 1,396 | 1,540 | 1,553 | 1,278 | 1,474 | 1,574 | 1,711 |
| Segment results: | |||||||
| LCP | 63 | 99 | 11 | 53 | 129 | 164 | 162 |
| SMB | 37 | 46 | 50 | 9 | 37 | 66 | 61 |
| Segment margin (%): | |||||||
| LCP | 1.7 | 2.5 | 0.3 | 1.4 | 3.3 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| SMB | 2.7 | 3.0 | 3.2 | 0.7 | 2.5 | 4.2 | 3.6 |
| Corporate functions | |||||||
| Corporate functions | -28 | -35 | -40 | -35 | -36 | -29 | -32 |
| Percentage of net sales | -0.6 | -0.6 | -0.8 | -0.7 | -0.7 | -0.5 | -0.5 |
| IFRS measures: | Definition/Calculation |
|---|---|
| Earnings per share | Net profit/loss in SEK in relation to average number of shares, according to calculation for IAS 33. |
| Alternative performance measures: |
Definition/Calculation | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Return on equity | Net profit for the period in relation to equity at the end of the period. |
Dustin believes that this performance measure shows how profitable the Company is for its shareholders. |
| Gross margin | Gross profit in relation to net sales. | Used to measure product and service profitability. |
| Equity per share | Equity at the end of the period in relation to the number of shares at the end of the period. Shows Dustin's equity per share. |
|
| Acquired growth | Net sales for the relevant period attributable to acquired and divested companies as well as internal customer transfers in conjunction with integration, in relation to net sales for the comparative period. |
Acquired growth is eliminated in the calculation of organic growth in order to facilitate a comparison of net sales over time. |
| Adjusted EBITA | EBIT according to the income statement before items affecting comparability and amortisation and impairment of intangible assets. |
Dustin believes that this performance measure shows the underlying earnings capacity and facilitates comparisons between quarters. |
| Adjusted EBITDA | EBIT according to the income statement before items affecting comparability and amortisation/depreciation and impairment of intangible and tangible assets. |
Dustin believes that this performance measure shows the underlying earnings capacity and facilitates comparisons between periods. |
| Adjusted EBITA margin | Adjusted EBITA in relation to net sales. | This performance measure is used to measure the profitability level of the operations. |
| Cash flow from operating activities |
Cash flow from operating activities, after changes in working capital. |
Used to show the amount of cash flow generated from operating activities. |
| Cash flow from operating activities per share |
Cash flow from operating activities as a percentage of the average number of shares outstanding. |
Used to show the amount of cash flow generated from operating activities per share. |
| Net working capital | Total current assets less cash and cash equivalents and current non-interest-bearing liabilities at the end of the period. |
This performance measure shows Dustin's efficiency and capital tied up. |
| Net debt1 | Non-current and current interest-bearing liabilities, lease liabilities and other financial liabilities (including liabilities to financing |
This performance measure shows Dustin's total interest bearing liabilities less cash and cash equivalents and non- |
| companies), excluding acquisition-related liabilities, less cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period and less non-current and current interest-bearing assets (including interest-bearing receivables). |
current and current interest bearing receivables. |
|
|---|---|---|
| Net debt/EBITDA | Net debt in relation to adjusted EBITDA, rolling 12 months. |
This performance measure shows the Company's ability to pay its debt. |
| Organic growth | Growth in net sales for the relevant period adjusted for acquired and divested growth, customer transfers between segments, and currency effects. |
Provides a measure of the growth achieved by Dustin in its own right. |
| Sales growth | Net sales for the relevant period in relation to net sales for the comparative period. |
Used to show the development of net sales. |
| Operating cash flow | Adjusted EBITDA less maintenance investments plus cash flow from changes in working capital. |
Used to show the amount of cash flow generated from operating activities and available for payments in connection with dividends, interest and tax. |
| EBIT | EBIT is a measurement of the company's earnings before income tax and financial items. |
This measure shows Dustin's profitability from operations. |
| Equity/assets ratio | Equity at the end of the period in relation to total assets at the end of the period. |
Dustin believes that this measure provides an accurate view of the company's long-term solvency. |
| Segment results | The segment's operating profit excluding amortisation/depreciation and items affecting comparability. |
Dustin believes that this performance measure shows the earnings capacity of the segment. Reported in Note 2. |
| Capital employed | Working capital plus total assets, excluding goodwill and other intangible assets attributable to acquisitions, and interest bearing receivables pertaining to financial leasing, at the end of the period. |
Capital employed measures utilisation of capital and efficiency. |
| Currency effects | The difference between net sales in SEK for the comparative period and net sales in local currencies for the comparative period converted to SEK using the average exchange rate for the relevant period. |
Currency effects are eliminated in the calculation of organic growth. |
| Word/Term | Definition/Calculation |
|---|---|
| B2B | Pertains to all sales to companies and organisations, divided into the LCP and SMB segments according to the definition below. |
| Circularity | Circular share of net sales, where actual sales for software and services together with an estimated sales equivalent for taken back hardware (average prices for relevant categories multiplied by the number of takebacks to arrive at the value of the corresponding new sales), are set in relation to net sales for the period. |
| Corporate functions | Costs for corporate functions comprise shared costs for accounting, HR, legal and management, including depreciation/amortisation, and excluding items affecting comparability. |
| Acquired growth | Net sales for the relevant period attributable to acquired and divested companies as well as internal customer transfers in conjunction with integration, in relation to net sales for the comparative period. Excluded in conjunction with the calculation of organic growth. |
| Integration costs | Integration costs comprise costs for integrating acquired companies into the Dustin platform. The Dustin platform is defined as integration of e-commerce into the IT platform combined with organisational integration. |
| Items affecting comparability |
Items affecting comparability relate to material income and expense items recognised separately due to the significance of their nature and amounts. |
| Clients | Umbrella term for the product categories computers, mobile phones and tablets. |
| Contractual recurring revenues |
Recurring sales of services, such as subscriptions, that are likely to have a duration of several years. |
| LCP | Pertains to all sales to large corporate and public sector. As a general rule, this segment is defined as companies and organisations with more than 500 employees or public sector operations. |
| PSP | Long-term incentive programme that encompasses Group Management and other key individuals at Dustin. |
| Recognition on a net basis | Recognition on a net basis means that only the difference between income and costs is reported net, i.e., they are offset against each other and reported as income. |
| SMB | Pertains to all sales to small and medium-sized businesses. Former segment B2C has been incorporated into the segment. |
| Maintenance investments | Investments, excluding financial leasing, that are required to maintain current operations. |
October 8, 2025 Year-end report September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2025
November 18, 2025 2024/25 Annual Report
December 11, 2025 2024/25 Annual General Meeting
January 14, 2026 Interim report for the first quarter, September 1, 2025, to November 30, 2025
April 15, 2026 Interim report for the second quarter, December 1, 2025, to February 28, 2026
July 1, 2026 Interim report for the third quarter, September 1, 2025, to May 31, 2026
October 8, 2026 Year-end report September 1, 2025, to August 31, 2026
November 18, 2026 2025/26 Annual Report
December 10, 2026 2025/26 Annual General Meeting
Julia Lagerqvist, CFO [email protected] +46 (0)765 29 65 96
Fredrik Sätterström, Head of Investor Relations [email protected] +46 (0)705 10 10 22
This information is information that Dustin Group AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication at 08:00 a.m. CEST on July 2, 2025.
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