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Nokia Oyj Annual Report 2016

Mar 23, 2017

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Rebalancing for growth

Overview

Contents
Overview 01
This is Nokia 02
Key data 06
Nokia in 2016 – a successful first
year of combined operations 08
Business overview 10
Letter from our President and CEO 12
Our role as a global technology leader 16
Our values 17
Our strategy 18
Our leadership 24
Our businesses 26
Principal industry trends
affecting operations 40
Board review 44
Board review 46
Results of operations 47
Results of segments 55
Liquidity and capital resources 61
Material subsequent events 65
Sustainability and corporate
responsibility
Employees
66
69
Dividend 70
Nokia's outlook 71
Risk factors 72
Shares and share capital 74
Board of Directors and management 75
Articles of Association 75
Corporate governance 76
Corporate governance statement 78
Compensation 92
General facts on Nokia 108
Our history 110
Memorandum and Articles
of Association 111
Selected financial data 113
Shares and shareholders 115
Related party transactions 123
Production of infrastructure
equipment and products 123
Key ratios 124
Financial statements 125
Consolidated primary statements 126
Notes to consolidated financial
statements 132
Parent company primary statements 196
Notes to the parent company
primary statements 200
Signing of the Annual Accounts 2016
and proposal by the Board of
Directors for distribution of profit 211
Auditor's Report
212
Other information 217
Forward-looking statements 218
Glossary of terms
Investor information
220
223

NOKIA IN 2016 01

This is Nokia

We create the technology to connect the world. Powered by the research and innovation of Nokia Bell Labs, we serve communications service providers, governments, large enterprises and consumers with the industry's most complete end-to-end portfolio of products, services and licensing. From the enabling infrastructure for 5G and the Internet of Things ("IoT") to emerging applications in Virtual Reality ("VR") and digital health, we are shaping the future of technology to transform the human experience.

Since the closing of the Alcatel Lucent acquisition in early January 2016 (the "Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent"), we have combined global leadership in mobile and fixed network infrastructure with the software, services and advanced technologies to serve customers in more than 100 countries around the world. We are driving the transition to smart, virtual networks and connectivity by creating one single network for all services, converging mobile and fixed broadband, IP routing and optical networks, with the software and services to manage them. Our research scientists and engineers continue to invent new technologies that will increasingly transform the way people and things communicate and connect: 5G, ultra broadband access, IP and Software Defined Networking ("SDN"), Cloud applications, IoT and security platforms, data analytics, as well as sensors and imaging.

Through our five business groups, we have a global presence with operations in Europe, the Middle East & Africa, Greater China, North America, Asia-Pacific and Latin America. In 2016, we had sales in approximately 130 countries. We also have research and development ("R&D") facilities in Europe, North America and Asia, and at the end of 2016, we employed approximately 101 000 people.

We closed 2016 delivering net sales of EUR 23.6 billion. We continued to make significant targeted R&D investments, a bedrock of our success in innovation, with R&D expenditures equaling EUR 4.9 billion in 2016.

Countries of operation

100+

Number of employees at the end of 2016

~101 000

R&D investment in 2016

EUR 4.9bn

Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent

In April 2015, we announced plans to acquire Alcatel Lucent with an aim to create an innovation leader in next generation technology and services. The all-share transaction was agreed on the basis of 0.55 new Nokia shares for every Alcatel Lucent share, a transaction valued at EUR 15.6 billion on a fully diluted basis.

At the end of 2015, our shareholders voted overwhelmingly to approve the Alcatel Lucent acquisition, and in early January 2016 we announced that we had gained control of Alcatel Lucent through the successful public exchange offer for all outstanding Alcatel Lucent securities by holding nearly 80% of outstanding Alcatel Lucent securities.

During the course of the year, we continued to take steps towards gaining full ownership of Alcatel Lucent through the initial and reopened exchange offers and by purchasing Alcatel Lucent shares and OCEANE convertible bonds in privately negotiated transactions, consequently reaching full ownership of Alcatel Lucent in November 2016.

On October 4, 2016, the French stock market authority (Autorité des marchés financiers, the "AMF") announced that a legal action was filed before the Paris Court of Appeal on September 30, 2016 for annulment of the AMF's clearance decision regarding our public buy-out offer, which would be followed by a squeeze-out of all remaining securities of Alcatel Lucent. As a result, the public buy-out offer period was extended and the squeeze-out was postponed. We found the legal challenge to be without merit, as we believed that the offer complied with all applicable laws and regulations.

On October 25, 2016, with the legal challenge still pending, the AMF announced the continuation of the timetable of the public buy-out offer followed by a squeeze-out of all remaining securities of Alcatel Lucent, allowing the public buy-out period to end on October 31, 2016 and the squeeze-out to be implemented on November 2, 2016. On November 2, 2016, we achieved 100% ownership of Alcatel Lucent.

On December 15, 2016, the plaintiffs withdrew the complaint they had filed before the Paris Court of Appeal and, consequently, the public buy-out offer followed by a squeeze-out had therefore become definitive, confirming our ownership of 100% of Alcatel Lucent.

This is Nokia continued

Organizational structure and reportable segments

January 14, 2016 was Nokia and Alcatel Lucent's first day of combined operations.

After the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we organized our networks-oriented businesses into four business groups: Mobile Networks, Fixed Networks, IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics (together the "Networks business"); and kept our driver of future innovation and licensing, Nokia Technologies, as a separate fifth business group. For descriptions of our business groups, refer to "Business overview— Networks business" and "Business overview— Nokia Technologies".

We have three reportable segments: (i) Ultra Broadband Networks comprising Mobile Networks and Fixed Networks, (ii) IP Networks and Applications comprising IP/ Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics (all within our Networks business), and (iii) Nokia Technologies.

Following the changes to our organizational structure announced on March 17, 2017, we will continue to report financial information for Ultra Broadband Networks, IP Networks and Applications and Nokia Technologies. Ultra Broadband Networks will be composed of the Mobile Networks, Global Services and Fixed Networks business groups. IP Networks and Applications is composed of the IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics business groups.

Additionally, we report the results of other business activities that are not reportable segments, such as our undersea cables business, Alcatel-Lucent Submarine Networks ("ASN"), and our antenna systems business, Radio Frequency Systems ("RFS"), in aggregate. Both ASN and RFS are being managed as separate businesses.

Our business groups in 2016

Mobile Networks

Higher quality and more reliable mobile broadband experiences

Fixed Networks

More bandwidth in more places giving communities more access to the world

IP/Optical Networks

Massively scalable networks securely connecting everyone and everything to the Cloud

Applications & Analytics

Intelligent software platforms optimizing and automating network performance

Nokia Technologies

Connected health devices; professional Virtual Reality capture and broadcast; and highly valuable brand, intellectual property and technologies

Net sales 2016

EUR 23.6bn

Dividend per share 2016

EUR 0.17

Gross margin 2016

35.8%

Net cash as of December 31, 2016

EUR 5.3bn

The following table sets forth summary financial and non-financial information for the years ended December 31, 2016 (including Alcatel Lucent) and December 31, 2015 for our Continuing operations. This data has been derived from our consolidated financial statements, which are included in this annual report.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Change
Net sales 23 614 12 499 89%
Nokia's Networks business 21 800 11 487 90%
Ultra Broadband Networks 15 771 10 159 55%
IP Networks and Applications 6 029 1 328 354%
Nokia Technologies 1 053 1 027 3%
Group Common and Other 1 145
Gross margin 35.8% 44.3% (850)bps
Operating (loss)/profit (1 100) 1 697
Nokia's Networks business 1 935 1 349 43%
Ultra Broadband Networks 1 362 1 211 12%
IP Networks and Applications 573 138 315%
Nokia Technologies 579 698 (17)%
Group Common and Other (342) (89) 284%
Unallocated items(1) (3 272) (261)
Operating margin (4.7)% 13.6% (1 830)bps
Financial income and expenses, net (287) (186) 54%
Income tax benefit/(expense) 457 (346)
(Loss)/profit (912) 1 194
Earnings per share ("EPS"), EUR diluted (0.13) 0.31
Average number of employees 102 687 56 690 81%
Net sales by region
Asia-Pacific 4 206 3 230 30%
Europe 6 393 3 813 68%
Greater China 2 656 1 712 55%
Latin America 1 457 973 50%
Middle East & Africa 1 871 1 177 59%
North America 7 031 1 594 341%
Total 23 614 12 499 89%

(1) Includes costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

(1) We also paid a special dividend of EUR 0.10 per share in line with our capital structure

optimization program announced on October 29, 2015.

(2) All Nokia Technologies IPR and licensing net sales are allocated to Finland. Year-on-year change is in parentheses.

Derived from our financial statements which were prepared in accordance with IFRS.

Nokia in 2016 – a successful first year of combined operations

January January 14, 2016

We celebrated our first day of combined operations after gaining control of Alcatel Lucent following a successful public exchange offer earlier that month, after which we held nearly 80% of the outstanding Alcatel Lucent shares. This marked the completion of our latest transformation and the formation of a global leader in creating the technologies at the heart of our connected world.

February February 21, 2016

We underscored our leadership in 5G development by announcing 5G-ready Nokia AirScale, an innovative next-generation radio access solution that will enable operators to satisfy future demands.

February 21, 2016

Nokia Growth Partners announced the closing of a new USD 350 million fund for investments in IoT companies.

March March 18, 2016

We announced the start of European sales for the OZO professional VR camera, as well as new post-production partnerships to advance end-to-end solutions for creating next generation digital media experiences.

March 31, 2016

We completed the acquisition of Canadian software firm Nakina Systems, which specializes in security and orchestration software for virtual and hybrid networks.

April April 26, 2016

We announced our plans to acquire Withings in line with our strategy to accelerate our entry into digital health within our Nokia Technologies business. Withings is a pioneer in the connected health revolution with a track record of award-winning digital health products and services. We completed the acquisition on May 31, 2016.

May May 18, 2016

We signed a strategic brand and intellectual property licensing agreement granting HMD Global Oy ("HMD Global") an exclusive global license to create Nokia branded mobile phones and tablets for the next ten years. The agreement entered into effect on December 1, 2016, allowing HMD Global to begin operations as the new home of Nokia phones.

June

June 28, 2016 We demonstrated the world's first 5G-ready network at 5G World, built using our commercially available network platforms.

November 2, 2016

We gained 100% ownership of Alcatel Lucent after a successful public buy-out of the remaining Alcatel Lucent securities followed by a squeeze-out.

July July 13, 2016

We agreed with Samsung to expand our patent cross license agreement to cover certain additional patent portfolios of both Nokia and Samsung. The agreement expands access for each company to patented technologies of the other and reinforces Nokia's leadership in technologies for the Programmable World.

July 29, 2016

We completed the acquisition of Gainspeed, a California-based start-up specializing in Distributed Access Architecture ("DAA") solutions for the cable industry. With this acquisition, we are able to offer a turnkey solution for the cable industry that includes products for routing, transport, wireless and analytics.

August August 4, 2016

As a result of successful integration work and increased granular visibility into the business of the combined company, we raised our estimate of net operating cost synergies and announced a target of EUR 1.2 billion in total cost savings in full year 2018 compared to the combined operating costs of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent for the full year 2015, excluding Nokia Technologies. Our earlier estimate was EUR 900 million.

September September 1, 2016

We announced our new plan to bridge the transition from 4G to 5G with 4.5G Pro, an advanced mobile technology that delivers significant capacity and speed enhancements needed by operators as they build towards next-generation networks. We also outlined our plans for 4.9G, which will allow users to maintain a continuous 5G service experience using an evolved LTE to complement 5G radio coverage.

September 8, 2016

We were included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the second year running in recognition of our economic, environmental and social responsibility. We also improved our overall score compared to 2015.

October October 4, 2016

We announced the acquisition of Eta Devices, a United States-based start-up specializing in power amplifier efficiency solutions for base stations, access points and devices.

squeeze‑out. November 15-16, 2016

November November 2, 2016 We gained 100% ownership of Alcatel Lucent after a successful public buy-out of the remaining Alcatel Lucent securities followed by a

We held our Capital Markets Day event in Barcelona, Spain, where we updated the market on our new financial and strategic priorities. Following the event, we commenced a EUR 1 billion share repurchase program in line with our capital structure optimization program.

December

December 15, 2016 We announced our intention to acquire Deepfield, the United States-based leader in real-time analytics for IP network performance management and security. The acquisition extends our leadership in real-time, analytics-driven network and service automation.

February 9, 2017

We announced plans to acquire Comptel, a publicly listed Finnish company providing software and services for digital and communications service providers to advance our strategy of building a standalone software business.

Business overview

Business overview

Contents

Letter from our President and CEO 12
Our role as a global technology leader 16
Our values 17
Our strategy 18
Our leadership 24
Our businesses 26
Networks business 27
Market overview 28
Competition 28
Mobile Networks 29
Fixed Networks 30
IP/Optical Networks 31
Applications & Analytics 32
Services 33
Sales and marketing 33
Research and development 34
Patents and licenses 34
Nokia Technologies 36
Market overview 37
Business overview
and organization 37
Sales and marketing 38
Research and development 38
Patents and licenses 38
Competition 39
Principal industry trends
affecting operations 40

Letter from our President and CEO

Net sales in 2016

Proposed dividend per share

EUR 0.17

Proposed dividends

EUR 972m

2016 was a year of remarkable change for Nokia.

We started the year primarily as a mobile networks and patent licensing company. Today we are a fundamentally different company, with a complete portfolio that spans mobile, fixed, cable, routing, optical, standalone software, services, digital health, and VR, as well as licensing activities covering patents, brand, technology, and more.

During this transformation, we delivered solid financial performance, made significant progress integrating Alcatel Lucent, launched compelling innovations for our customers, moved forward with the execution of our strategy, and are on track to meet our commitment to reduce costs by EUR 1.2 billion in full year 2018.

Financial highlights

In the context of a challenging market and a major integration effort, we performed well in 2016. Our Networks business delivered an operating margin of 8.9% in 2016, and Nokia Technologies' net sales increased by 3% to EUR 1.1 billion in 2016. While overall sales were down compared to sales of both Nokia and Alcatel Lucent in 2015, profitability held up well. Because of this strong performance, our Board of Directors will propose an increased dividend compared to 2015 and compared to our original capital structure optimization plans.

Integration progress

Despite having only closed the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent in early January 2016 and gained 100% ownership on November 2, 2016, we have completed the majority of our integration projects. While we have agreed product transition plans with all major customers, execution of those programs will take further time. That said, the speed of progress and quality of work have been considerably higher than I have witnessed in past integrations.

Customers

Customers have responded extremely well to the scope of our new end-to-end portfolio. It has increased our credibility with major communication services providers ("CSPs"), who understand that network performance is based not just on the parts of the networks but on how those parts work together. It has also opened doors for us to new customers in select enterprise segments, who increasingly need the kind of mission-critical networking capability that we provide. In addition, we have successfully agreed product transition plans with all major customers, and implementation is underway in many. This is a remarkable achievement, completed in well under one year.

"The operational foundation we now have in place, together with our financial strength and our disciplined, results-focused culture, have put us in a much stronger position to capitalize on our bigger portfolio and customer set, to tap the greater number of paths available to us for growth and expansion, and to be the innovation leader that enables our connected lives."

People

Overall employee engagement scores at Nokia remained high, based on our periodic Cultural Cohesion Tracker. The tracker also pointed to the fact that the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent created less cultural conflict than might have been expected given the history of acquisitions in our sector. During the year, we also launched a revitalized effort to improve our gender balance within the company. I am confident that we are gaining momentum and within the next two years we will start to see some positive change.

Innovation

We made significant progress in our aspiration to lead in 5G as we began bringing to market innovation from nearly 10 years of research at Nokia Bell Labs. We are preparing the world for 5G with the industry's best evolutionary path from 4G to 4.5G to 4.5G Pro to 4.9G and finally 5G.

We set records for fiber-like speeds over copper with XG-Fast, delivering 8 gigabits per second in a test with Australia's National Broadband Network. Our new optical chip sets enabled us to deliver a transmission speed of 1.2 terabits per second over optical fiber in Africa's first field trial of optical communications technology. In New Zealand, we delivered 200 gigabits per second on a single wavelength over a single fiber.

We introduced our intelligent management platform for all connected things ("IMPACT") to help our customers deploy new services for IoT applications. Our Nuage SDN platform gained traction helping businesses move to the Cloud, and we continued our development of Cloud service orchestration and network security.

Nokia Bell Labs moved forward with its Future X projects, shaping the network of the future—massively distributed, cognitive, continuously adaptive, learning and optimizing.

Sustainability and corporate responsibility

Reducing our carbon footprint and helping our customers do the same is at the center of our sustainability objectives, as is doing business with integrity. The high standards of our Code of Conduct allow us to build and maintain personal integrity across the company and protect our reputation. We work hard to ensure the technology we provide is not used to infringe human rights and conduct robust on-site assessments of our suppliers, as well as using the EcoVadis scorecards, to ensure they meet our high ethical standards. Our customers also use these very same scorecards to assess our sustainability performance.

In 2016, we made progress in the EcoVadis framework in areas of environment, labor practices, and supply chain management. We were judged "Outstanding", the highest gold recognition level, with a score of 85/100 putting us in the top 1% of all suppliers assessed. Our total energy consumption across our facilities decreased by approximately 9% compared to 2015, which reflected a decrease of approximately 16% in our greenhouse gas emissions, including our renewable energy usage. The 2016 figures are compared to the combined figures of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent in 2015.

Letter from our President and CEO continued

In 2016, we retained our listing in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index with a score of 83/100, and were ranked the leader of the CMT Communications Equipment sector.

Cost reductions

With the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we committed to reduce costs by EUR 1.2 billion in full year 2018. We are progressing well towards this goal and, in 2016, we were ahead of plan. I would note that delivering against this commitment has required and will require us to reduce the number of employees as we eliminate overlaps and use best practices from both Nokia and Alcatel Lucent to find new areas of efficiencies. These reductions are never easy and do not reflect the quality of the people who had to leave the company. Throughout the process, which will continue until the end of 2018, we have sought to provide support for those people and to treat them with dignity and respect.

Strategy

Finally, we announced our new strategy and made good progress on execution against four strategic priorities.

Our first strategic priority is to lead in high-performance end-to-end networks with our communication service provider customers. We ended the year with a leading position in LTE, service provider IP edge routing, copper access and services.

To maintain these leadership positions, we launched compelling 4.5G Pro and 4.9G solutions, giving operators the ability to continue to meet capacity demands now while transitioning to 5G in the future. We acquired Gainspeed, giving us a compelling entry into the DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) world of cable operators. We also made several other acquisitions designed to expand our capabilities in areas such as big data analytics for network and service automation and network security.

Our second priority is to expand network sales to select vertical markets, specifically energy, transportation, public sector, technical extra-large enterprises ("TXLEs"), and webscale players ("Webscales") such as Google and Amazon. We saw good momentum in the year in several of these

areas, such as building an LTE public safety network in Dubai with our partner Nedaa, IP backbone and network modernization for rail operators such as the S-Bahn in Berlin, and private LTE networks for utilities and mining with major players like Rio Tinto. We see strong future opportunities in all targeted segments.

To tap this opportunity, we are investing where it is needed, including focusing our sales force, and making strategic acquisitions such as Deepfield, a United States-based leader in big data analytics to extend our reach into webscale and large enterprise customers.

Building a strong standalone software business is our third strategic priority, and in 2016 we made good progress, expanding our current business with communication service providers and expanding to enterprises and IoT platforms. We enhanced our IMPACT platform to help our customers deploy new services and lines of business, such as smart parking, smart lighting, and transportation and automotive. Our planned acquisition of Comptel accelerates our plans for a standalone software business. Comptel's service orchestration portfolio, when combined with Nokia's Service Assurance and our Cloudband and Nuage portfolios, enables us to provide our customers with complete end-to-end orchestration of complex Network Function Virtualization ("NFV") and SDN deployments.

Finally, our fourth strategic pillar—to create new business and licensing opportunities in the consumer ecosystem—gained strong momentum. Our patent licensing business has also progressed, adding more licensees as well as concluding our arbitration and agreeing an expanded licensing deal with Samsung. We also entered into a brand licensing agreement with HMD Global, which has already launched its first Nokia-branded smartphones. We accelerated our Digital Health business with the acquisition of Withings, and continued to gain momentum in OZO camera sales and in taking steps to see our VR video and audio become embedded in the VR ecosystem. Our primary interest in this area continues to be in developing technology that we can license to other parties and in refreshing our patent portfolio.

These are truly exciting times at Nokia. We came a long way in 2016 and have plenty of opportunities in our future.

Even if our business has changed massively, our culture remains uniquely Nokia. We are driven to win, focused on shareholder value, but always guided by our strong core values and deep commitment to ethics and integrity. We remain true to our vision to expand the human possibilities of the connected world, creating new and extraordinary experiences in people's lives through technology that is grounded in real human needs. To that purpose we are dedicated, ready, and ideally placed to succeed.

Rajeev Suri President and CEO

Our role as a global technology leader

Our vision is to enable the human possibilities of the connected world.

We are innovators of the global nervous system, shaping the future of technology to transform the human experience

Innovating this global nervous system is a role that Nokia is uniquely well placed to play. Our business today is not just focused on meeting extraordinary technological demands, but also on how technology is deployed and used. With the potential of Augmented Intelligence, increasing human and machine interaction, and a supercomputer in every pocket, we believe that current trends will have significant implications for society.

We are shaping a new revolution in technology

We are shaping a new revolution in technology, where intelligent networks augment and aid our daily lives through sensing the world around us and providing the data and analytics needed to make choices that help society thrive. We are innovating this global nervous system with effortless, simple and dependable technology for the IoT, ultra-broadband, Cloud, IP interconnectivity, digital health and immersive VR technologies.

We enable innovative and compelling business models, applications and services

With the advent of new technologies such as the IoT, 5G and Cloud, we believe that enabling new business opportunities for our customers is the key to their rapid transition to new digital networks, capitalizing on the inherent operational benefits of this technology, and generating new services.

We assist our customers in identifying compelling cases for new revenue streams, in addition to enabling the rapid onboarding of new applications and services, scalability and operational efficiency.

We optimize performance to maximize value and customer satisfaction

We believe that agility in today's fast and constantly evolving marketplace is no longer just an advantage—it is a vital necessity. Agile principles, lean practices and innovative tools are required to successfully survive in the new digital world and enable continuous improvement in quality, value and customer satisfaction.

We enable our customers to move away from an economy-of-scale network operating model to demand-driven operations. We do this by providing the easy programmability and flexible automation needed to support dynamic operations, reduce complexity and improve efficiency.

As a result, our customers can fulfill end user demands—when and where they are needed by provisioning services in real time while automatically making optimal use of networks assets.

We create disruptive solutions enabling market differentiation and competitive advantage

We believe that innovation is the foundation of everything we do at Nokia. We force the pace of change by pushing technology boundaries, challenging the status quo and working in open collaboration with customers and partners on the next "big idea." It is through these efforts that Nokia expands and enhances its portfolio, introduces disruptive technologies and identifies new market opportunities for its customers.

We are continually evolving the Nokia portfolio: adding and combining functionality, making it more intuitive and simpler to use. Doing this helps our customers evolve their networks. For instance, by taking the first step towards entering the IoT space with our IMPACT solution; or the next step to transition from LTE to 5G using 4.5G Pro and 4.9G; or perhaps the ultimate step to creating immersive experiences with our OZO VR camera.

It is through innovation that we create paths for our customers—whatever their starting point—to reach the promising new digital world.

Our values

We foster a culture of high performance and high integrity, guided by our vision, brand and values.

It is through our people and culture that we shape technology to serve human needs. Our pursuit of performance with integrity and sustainability—a culture that stems from our Finnish roots—is key to why our customers and partners choose to work with us.

Operational excellence is the cultural platform we use to pursue Nokia's core purpose as a company. It means relentlessly pursuing financial performance by delivering on our end-to-end strategy. It informs our quest for innovation, as we use our insatiable curiosity and deep technical knowledge to share the future for our customers. It also drives our pursuit of continuous improvement, not only over earlier performance, but also in our ability to outperform competitors and be a trusted partner for customers, partners and suppliers.

We pursue high performance, always under the guiding principles of our values:

Respect

Acting with uncompromising integrity, we work openly and collaboratively, seeking to earn respect from others.

Challenge

We are never complacent, ask tough questions, and push for higher performance to deliver the right results.

Achievement

We take responsibility, and are accountable for driving quality, setting high standards, and striving for continuous improvement.

Renewal

We constantly refine our skills, learn and embrace new ways of doing things, and adapt to the world around us.

Our commitments

What we do to design and deploy technology in the service of people

We create the most sophisticated technology that is effortless and intuitive to use

We lead the relentless quest for gains in performance and agility, with technology that thinks for itself.

We solve your future needs

We help customers shape their futures based on a clear view of technology opportunities and constraints. We work closely with customers and partners to anticipate their priorities and guide their choices.

We obsess about integrity, quality, and security

We never compromise our values in the drive for business or technical performance. We pursue quality in all our products and processes, and design for security and privacy from the start.

Our strategy

We are rebalancing for growth, putting Nokia at the heart of unprecedented technology demands as innovators of the global nervous system.

The vision of the Programmable World continues to guide our corporate strategy. We have identified six global megatrends that drive the Programmable World. These megatrends create massive technological requirements, impact our current and potential customers, change the lives of people and impact business operations on a global scale and ultimately provide opportunities for Nokia to diversify into new growth areas.

The megatrends we have identified are:

  • 1.Network, compute and storage: Ever present broadband capacity coupled with a distributed Cloud for ubiquitous compute and near infinite storage, allowing limitless connectivity and imperceptible latency
    1. Internet of Things: In addition to people, trillions of things are connected to the internet, collecting unprecedented amounts of data in a private and business context
    1. Augmented Intelligence: New tools transform the collected data into actionable insights, fundamentally changing the way decisions are made by businesses, governments and individuals, resulting in time savings, less waste, higher efficiency and new business models
  • 4.Human and machine interaction: A range of new form factors that fundamentally transform the way humans interact with each other and with machines, e.g. voice-based digital assistance, gesture control, smart clothes, implantable chips, robotics and Augmented and Virtual Reality

    1. Social and trust economics: Ubiquitous connectivity, compute and storage, as well as technologies such as block chain, enabling new business models based on sharing assets and distributed trust, allowing rapid scalability on a global level
    1. Digitization and ecosystems: Next level of digitization beyond content and information, digitizing atoms with additive printing in an industrial, consumer and medical context, fundamentally transforming production processes

These megatrends are driving massive new technology requirements, and end-to-end networks are a central enabler for all aforementioned megatrends, which create a multitude of opportunities for us. Nokia Bell Labs has developed a vision of a future network architecture that fulfills all of these requirements in a holistic way—the Future X network vision. This is our guide not just to how things will change, but also to what we need to do to meet the future needs of our customers and to address these megatrends. The Future X vision encompasses the key domains of future networks: massive scale access, converged edge cloud, smart network fabric, universal adaptive core, programmable network operating systems, augmented cognition systems, digital value platforms and dynamic data security.

Simultaneously, driven by the identified megatrends and the increasing relevance of networks, we are seeing a shift in who is investing in technology. Our primary market, comprised of CSPs, in which we have a leadership position, is expected to remain challenging with a limited estimated growth opportunity over the next five years. However, the megatrends are increasing the demand for large high-performance networks in other key areas, which we define as our select vertical markets. Webscale companies such as Google, Microsoft, and Alibaba—are investing in Cloud technology and network infrastructure on an increasing scale. As other vertical markets such as energy, transportation and government digitize their operations, they will need massive missioncritical networks. The same is true for TXLEs technically sophisticated companies, such as banks, that invest heavily in their own network infrastructures to gain a key competitive advantage. Consequently, we have identified attractive growth opportunities in new domains outside our primary market with CSPs, which remains a significant market.

We are addressing both our primary CSP market and the newly identified growth opportunities in our adjacent market with our "Rebalancing for Growth" strategy. This strategy builds on our core strength of delivering large high-performance networks by methodically expanding our business into targeted, higher-growth and higher-margin vertical markets. Our ambition is to grow the share of our revenue that is derived from outside the CSPs.

Our strategy continued Our four pillars

This strategy builds on our business portfolio and continued drive to design technology that serves people and includes the following four key priorities:

Lead in highperformance, end-to-end networks with CSPs

Nokia is a leader in this area today and we will use our main competitive advantage—a near 100% end-to-end portfolio that we can deliver on a global scale—to maintain our leadership while managing for profitability. Within this first priority, we are focused on:

  • monetizing additional waves of 4G and establishing leadership in 5G by being first to market with key customers and global technology leadership;
  • maintaining our leading market share in copper access, accelerating momentum in fiber access, successfully entering the cable market, and developing new smart home solutions;
  • leveraging our superior products to expand in both edge and core routing, where we have a fully virtualized portfolio that is differentiated by performance, flexibility, and quality;
  • using our unique capability of offering optical and routing that work together, a capability that is increasingly becoming a customer requirement; and
  • delivering cost savings by realizing synergies and applying best practices across our entire portfolio to maintain the industry's most profitable networks business.

Over the next two years, we intend to maintain our leading position with CSPs, while establishing ourselves as a credible and recognized player in our target vertical markets among enterprises. We strive to sustain and rebuild Nokia as a value-adding consumer brand, earning returns through both our own businesses and licensing.

Expand network sales to select vertical markets

We will expand into five select vertical markets with carrier-grade needs: energy, transportation, public sector, TXLEs and Webscales. As the world becomes ever more digital, the kind of massive, high-performance networks once used almost exclusively in telecommunications are now needed by other organizations. Webscale customers will increasingly require high-performance networks to improve customer experiences and to expand their primary business models.

  • For Webscale companies we have identified two areas for diversification:
  • all-IP-led, with a focus on providing more IP routing and optical network infrastructure; and
  • mobile access-led, targeted at those Webscales that wish to expand into mobile access connectivity with consumers.
  • In terms of select vertical markets, we have a three-pronged approach:
  • target a limited number of customer segments to ensure focus;
  • leverage our full end-to-end portfolio to increase penetration with customers; and
  • accelerate and diversify our go-to-market.

Our strategy continued Our four pillars

Build a strong standalone software business

While Nokia has a large software business today, much of that is attached to our hardware products. Our ambition is to move beyond that approach in the medium term and ultimately to create a large global software player that has the margin profile consistent with large software companies. We have three priorities to achieve this ambition:

  • generate an uplift to our business by selling software assets we have today because our software is largely network-agnostic. Fixed, cable and enterprise customers are targets for expansion;
  • market our current software to select vertical markets. Some of our software assets today are highly relevant for our select vertical markets. For example, Webscales can benefit from Nokia's Operations Support Systems, Service Assurance to enable high-performance IT networks, and inter-data center connections; and
  • assess where we are able to expand into enterprise software and IoT platforms, where our experience in providing mission-critical networks and services at scale is a powerful differentiator.

Business overview

Create new business and licensing opportunities in the consumer ecosystem

In addition to renewing existing patent licenses on favorable terms, our aim is to add new licensees from the mobile industry, and we continue to expand patent licensing into new segments, such as automotive and consumer electronics. Our brand licensing efforts are well underway—we see value creation opportunities in the mobile devices industry leveraging our strong brand. Our exclusive brand licensee for mobile phones and tablets, HMD Global, has already launched new Nokia branded feature phones and smartphones.

In addition to our licensing businesses, we intend to return to the consumer market with two select new businesses in Digital Media and Digital Health. Our current focus in the fast-growing area of VR is to expand the range of OZO cameras as part of creating an industry-leading VR ecosystem. Technology licensing and strategic partnerships will form an essential element of this work, in order to accelerate VR content creation and mass adoption.

In Digital Health, we entered the market through our acquisition of Withings, a pioneer in consumer-focused connected health devices. In the future, we see opportunities to scale globally by building on the powerful reach of the Nokia brand, expanding into corporate wellness and assessing opportunities to transition into business-to-business healthcare, in areas such as connected patient care.

Our leadership

We have a strong and experienced leadership team that brings together leaders with many years of experience in telecommunications and technology, finance, sales and operations, as well as various other business disciplines.

The diversity of business backgrounds of the Nokia Group Leadership Team (the "Group Leadership Team") members has been integral to the transformation of Nokia into an industry and innovation leader in next-generation technology and services in recent years.

The Group Leadership Team is responsible for the operative management of Nokia, including decisions concerning our strategy and the overall business portfolio. The Chair and members of the Group Leadership Team are appointed by the Board. The Group Leadership Team is chaired by the President and Chief Executive Officer (the "President and CEO").

Rajeev Suri President and CEO Samih Elhage(1) President of Mobile Networks Federico Guillén President of Fixed Networks

Basil Alwan President of IP/Optical Networks Bhaskar Gorti President of Applications & Analytics

Kristian Pullola Chief Financial Officer

(1) As announced on March 17, 2017, Mr. Elhage will continue as a member of the Group Leadership Team until April 1, 2017.

On March 17, 2017, we announced a change in our organizational structure which also impacted our Group Leadership Team effective from April 1, 2017. Refer to pages 86 to 89 for the updated composition of the Group Leadership Team and full biographies of its members.

Hans-Jürgen Bill Chief Human Resources Officer Kathrin Buvac Chief Strategy Officer Ashish Chowdhary Chief Customer Operations Officer Barry French Chief Marketing Officer

Marc Rouanne(2) Chief Innovation and Operating Officer

Maria Varsellona Chief Legal Officer

(2) As announced on March 17, 2017, Mr. Rouanne will transition to his new role as president of Mobile Networks effective from April 1, 2017.

Our businesses

We have two businesses: Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies.

Within these two businesses, we had five business groups in 2016: Mobile Networks(1), Fixed Networks, IP/Optical Networks, and Applications & Analytics (all within our Networks business); and Nokia Technologies. This section presents an overview of Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies.

Networks business

Mobile Networks Fixed Networks
Applications &
Analytics
IP/Optical Networks

Nokia Technologies

Nokia Technologies

(1) Following the changes to our organizational structure announced on March 17, 2017, our current Mobile Networks business group will be separated into two distinct, but closely linked, organizations effective from April 1, 2017: (1) Mobile Networks, which will focus on products and solutions, and (2) Global Services which will focus on services. These changes are not reflected in the presentation of our businesses below, which reflect our organizational structure for the year ended December 31, 2016.

Business overview

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Networks business

Our Networks business in 2016 was conducted through its four business groups: Mobile Networks, Fixed Networks, IP/Optical Networks, and Applications & Analytics.

Market overview

Through our comprehensive end-to-end portfolio of products and services, we are addressing a market that encompasses mobile and fixed network access infrastructure, IP routing and optical networks as well as software platforms and applications.

We define our primary market as a network and IP infrastructure, software and related services market for CSPs. We estimate that our primary market was EUR 113 billion in 2016. In addition, we have an adjacent market, including a vertical market that includes our Networks businesses expansion areas in both a customer and product dimension. The adjacent market includes customer segments such as Webscales, energy, transport, public sector and TXLEs. In the product dimension, this includes solutions like Nuage Networks, SDN, Analytics, IoT and Security. The adjacent market was estimated at EUR 18 billion in 2016.

Demand for our portfolio is driven by exponentially increasing growth in data traffic as people's lives and enterprises become ever more digitized. This drives the demand for highly reliable networks for massive connectivity.

Competition

The competitors in our primary market are Huawei and Ericsson. We also compete with technology experts in some of our other market segments, such as Juniper and Cisco in the routing segment, and Ciena, Adtran, and Calix in the optical networks and fixed access segments. Both the optical networks and the applications and analytics market segments are still highly fragmented markets.

Mobile Networks

Market overview

The primary market for our Mobile Networks business group includes technologies for mobile access, converged core and microwave transport as well as related services. This encompasses access and core technologies ranging from 2G to 5G licensed spectrum for both macro and small cell deployments. The services market includes implementation, care and professional services for mobile networks in addition to managed services for both mobile and fixed networks. The primary market for Mobile Networks was estimated at EUR 64 billion in 2016.

The vertical market for Mobile Networks includes solutions for the public sector, TXLEs and Webscales, and drives expansion into domains such as IoT connectivity, LTE for public safety, private LTE and unlicensed radio access. The adjacent market, including verticals, was estimated at EUR 2 billion in 2016.

Business overview and organization

Our aim is to lead with traditional telecommunications operators, as well as expand into select attractive, vertical segments. This is accomplished by delivering a comprehensive end-to-end portfolio of mobile products and services across Radio Networks, Converged Core, Advanced Mobile Networks Solutions and Global Services businesses.

Radio Networks has the task of driving leadership in radio access and specifically has end-to-end responsibility for one of the most important areas for Nokia's future: 5G. We believe that 5G will change the way in which mobile technology is used in virtually every sphere of life. As we move along the path towards making 5G a commercial reality, we aim to extend our leadership in LTE with a smooth evolution path comprising successive generations of 4.5G, 4.5G Pro and 4.9G offerings. Mobile Networks' rationalized portfolio, featuring the 5G-ready AirScale radio access, is setting the standard for scalability, openness, energy efficiency and multitechnology support ("Single RAN"). AirScale is the platform to enable 4.5G Pro/4.9G, Cloud and IoT connectivity.

The further evolution of 4G, and ultimately 5G, requires a continuous transformation of the core network. Mobile Networks' Converged Core is designing a radically simplified, robust and scalable core network based on its concept of a Cloud Native Core. Mobile Networks is already executing on this path and distinguishing its offer through its superior Shared Data Layer and AirFrame data center infrastructure solutions, which enable a Telco Cloud architecture that combines the best of both a centralized and a distributed approach. Using truly open interfaces and open source software building blocks, Mobile Networks can provide excellent performance for its customers in and beyond traditional telecommunications operators. Mobile Networks aims for a leading market position in end-to-end IP multimedia subsystem ("IMS")/voice over LTE ("VoLTE"), subscriber data management and other virtualized software infrastructure solutions, putting together the key building blocks which will enable new digital business models.

Advanced Mobile Networks Solutions spearheads Mobile Networks' expansion beyond traditional telecommunications operators to vertical markets in public safety; connectivity for IoT and connected automotive; and private LTE networks for, for example, transportation and energy companies. With a leading small cells portfolio and strong positions in unlicensed LTE and fixed wireless access—as well as innovative backhaul solutions, including a strong microwave offering—Mobile Networks aims to meet the need for increasingly dense networks to supply the capacity demands of our changing world.

Finally, through our Global Services offering, we aim to be the most innovative and complete service provider for the connected world. Our services, solutions and multivendor capabilities help our customers navigate through the evolving technology landscape, network complexity and data growth as well as improve personalized end user experience while supporting them in day-to-day network planning, implementation, operations and maintenance. We differentiate strategically through our service delivery by driving speed, quality and efficiency with the right combination of local expertise and globalized delivery centers, as well as advanced analytics, virtualization and automation using the Nokia AVA platform.

Competition

The mobile networks market is a highly consolidated market and our main competitors are Huawei and Ericsson. Additionally, there are two regional vendors, ZTE and Samsung, that operate with a below 10% market share. As network infrastructure gets virtualized and cloudified, we expect IT companies to emerge, such as HP Enterprise.

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Fixed Networks

Market overview

The primary market for our Fixed Network business group includes technologies for fixed access and related services in addition to fixed network transformation services with focus on transformation of legacy fixed switching networks. The primary market for Fixed Networks was estimated at EUR 9 billion in 2016. In this market, we see a shift from copper to fiber technologies. The copper market is currently stable partially due to Nokia-driven innovations that improve the performance of the existing copper networks.

The adjacent market, including verticals, for Fixed Networks includes virtualization solutions for cable access platforms, Digital Home (IoT) and passive optical LAN. The adjacent market, including verticals, was estimated at EUR 3 billion in 2016, including related services.

Business overview and organization

The Fixed Networks business group provides copper, fiber and coax access products, solutions and services to deliver more bandwidth to more people, faster and in a cost-efficient way. The portfolio allows for a customized combination of technologies that brings fiber to the most economical point for our customers. It consists of advanced copper-based solutions to boost capacity on existing copper infrastructure, such as VDSL2 Vectoring, Vplus and G.fast.

The Fixed Networks business group is also a leader in fiber-to-the-home solutions, such as Ethernet point-to-point, and all versions of Passive Optical Networks ("PON"), including EPON and GPON, as well as 10 gigabit next generation fiber technologies (XGS-PON and TWDM-PON). Together with Nokia Bell Labs, we continue innovation and development of even higher-capacity technologies like XG-Fast, which allows 10 Gb/s over copper, and XLG-PON enabling 40 Gb/s symmetrical bandwidth over fiber.

With our acquisition of Gainspeed, a California-based start-up specializing in DAA solutions for the cable industry via its Virtual Converged Cable Access Platform ("Virtual CCAP") product line, we have complemented our fiber access technologies for cable multiple-system operators. With this enhanced product portfolio, we provide cable operators with the end-to-end technology capabilities needed to support growing capacity requirements today and into the future. With this acquisition, we are able to offer a turnkey solution for the cable industry that includes products for routing, transport, wireless and analytics.

Additionally, our smart home solution supports digital home devices that enable communication providers to provide enriched customer experiences and diversify their offering.

The Fixed Networks services portfolio is based on our unparalleled expertise and experience and is comprised of deployment, maintenance and professional services such as copper and fiber broadband evolution, public switched telephone network transformation, ultra-broadband network design, deployment and operation, site implementation and outside plant, as well as multivendor maintenance.

Competition

The competitive landscape in fixed access has similar characteristics to the mobile access where the market is dominated by three main vendors, Huawei, Nokia and ZTE and a handful of other vendors with less than 10% market share.

IP/Optical Networks

Market overview

The primary market for our IP/Optical Networks business group includes routing and optical technologies and related services sold to CSPs. This market includes technologies such as IP edge and core routing, mobile packet core and Wave Division Multiplex and Optical Multi-Service Network solutions. The primary market for IP/Optical Networks was estimated at EUR 28 billion in 2016.

A significant portion of IP/Optical Networks revenue is derived from its vertical market, which includes customer segments like Webscales, energy, transport, public sector and TXLEs. We have also included technologies like SDN controllers, addressed with our Nuage portfolio, in this market. The vertical market was estimated at EUR 6 billion in 2016.

Business overview and organization

The IP/Optical Networks business group provides the high-performance and massively scalable networks that underpin the digital world's dynamic interconnectivity. IP/Optical Networks portfolio of carrier-grade software, systems and services play across multiple domains, from programmable IP and optical transport networks for the smart fabric to software-defined capabilities for the programmable network operating system and more.

The networks of CSPs are under tremendous pressure from Cloud-based applications, ultra-broadband evolution and the IoT. IP/ Optical Networks solutions reduce CSPs time-to-market and risk in launching new services, enabling rapid scaling to meet surging demands in the most optimized configurations. The solutions further assure that network services are delivered with consistent quality, reliability and security and that restorative actions are automatically initiated when any parameter varies beyond set limits. These carrier-grade attributes also benefit—and are valued by—the needs of vertical markets including internet content providers, public sector and verticals, and TXLEs.

The IP/Optical Networks product portfolio includes:

  • comprehensive IP and optical Wide Area Networking ("WAN") solutions that dynamically, reliably and securely connect people and things from any technology modality to any Cloud at the lowest cost-per-bit;
  • advanced, Cloud-optimized IP service gateways for residential, business, mobile and IoT services and unique hybrid solutions enabling a converged services future;
  • carrier SDN solutions for network management that dynamically provision, optimize and assure network services and resources end-to-end, from access to the Cloud, and spanning IP and optical technology layers;

  • advanced datacenter automation and software-defined WAN solutions that configure network connectivity among Clouds and to any enterprise branch office with the ease and efficiency of Cloud compute using products from our Nuage portfolio;

  • advanced IP video services offering the utmost user experience streamed efficiently and flawlessly from the Cloud; and
  • an extensive portfolio of professional services to accelerate the benefits of integrating new technologies to transform networks and leverage the latest innovations in SDN, virtualization, video and programmable all-IP networks.

Competition

The competitive landscape is dominated by Cisco, Juniper, Huawei and Nokia in addition to various specialized players in optics such as Ciena.

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Applications & Analytics

Market overview

The Applications & Analytics market is focused on software platforms and applications that help CSPs to optimize their operations, monetize services and improve customer experiences. Applications & Analytics' primary businesses include Business Support Systems ("BSS"), Operational Support Systems ("OSS") and Service Delivery Platforms ("SDP"). The primary market for Applications & Analytics and associated professional services was estimated at EUR 12 billion in 2016.

The adjacent market, including verticals, for Applications & Analytics includes emerging software and services for Self-Organizing Networks ("SON"), Cloud, Analytics, Security and IoT. From a customer perspective this market also includes Webscales, digital enterprises and IoT verticals. The adjacent market, including verticals, was estimated at EUR 6 billion in 2016.

Business overview and organization

The Applications & Analytics business group is our dedicated software business. We have long-standing positions in its primary markets: our BSS solutions support hundreds of millions of subscribers and manage over 1.5 billion devices each day; we lead in LTE network management; we have thousands of OSS deployments with differentiated capabilities in service assurance, automation, analytics and Cloud; and our Session Border Controller, a SDP that secures network borders and connects an exploding number of devices, stands out for its virtualization capabilities.

These markets are being reshaped by four trends: the transition to the Cloud, the growth of the IoT, the increased need for security and privacy, and the impact of augmented intelligence and machine learning. These trends impact the way networks will operate, how new services and business models will be monetized, how customer expectations will evolve and the speed at which CSPs and TXLEs will need to innovate.

The Applications & Analytics business group is driving an aggressive innovation agenda that includes an Emerging Business unit that is developing software for IoT, security, Cloud, SON, and analytics. These advances are helping our customers:

  • modernize BSS systems to rapidly launch and monetize new IoT and Cloud services;
  • improve customer experiences with rich analytics and machine learning;
  • operate larger networks and more services with fewer staff through virtualization and automation;
  • predict issues before they happen with augmented intelligence;

  • scale IoT services with a platform that handles data collection, event processing, device management, data contextualization, data analytics, and end-to-end security;

  • increase the success of digital transformations with improved processes, collaboration and profitability; and
  • secure services and data with confidence.

Growing this business into a standalone software business at scale is a key tenet of our strategy. Please refer to "—Our strategy" for more information on our strategy.

Competition

The Applications & Analytics business group operates in a highly fragmented market in which very few players have a market share above 10%. Our main competitors are Ericsson, Huawei, Amdocs, Oracle, HPE, Cisco and Netcracker.

Within our Networks business

Services

Our Services are focused on developing innovative services, solutions and multivendor capabilities around the mobile, fixed and IP networks and beyond. With our full service portfolio we address the current and future needs of our customers, including network operators, public sector, TXLEs and transportation. Customer satisfaction, quality and efficiency are key in service delivery. To achieve that, we leverage a combination of local engagement with the customers, the network of Global Delivery Centers, and Nokia AVA, the next-generation delivery platform. Altogether, our service portfolio and delivery are powered by 38 000 services experts around the globe.

Sales and marketing

The Customer Operations ("CO") organization is responsible for sales and account management across the four network-oriented business groups. The CO teams are active in approximately 130 countries to ensure that we are close to our customers, both physically and in terms of understanding the local markets, thus helping us build and maintain our customer relationships. Refer to "General facts on Nokia—Production of infrastructure equipment and products" for more information on our manufacturing facilities globally.

The CO organization is divided into seven markets:

Asia-Pacific and Japan spans a varied geographical scope, ranging from advanced telecommunications markets, such as Japan and the Republic of Korea, to developing markets including Bangladesh, Myanmar and Vietnam. We work with leading operators in the market, including Indosat, KDDI, KT, LG Uplus, NBN Australia, NTT DoCoMo, Singtel, SK Broadband, SK Telecom, Smartfren, SoftBank, Spark, StarHub, Telekom Malaysia, Telkom Indonesia, Telkomsel, VNPT and Vodafone.

We have close technology cooperation with leading operators in Korea and Japan as well as two Service Delivery Hubs located in Japan and Indonesia.

  • In Europe, we are engaged with all the major operators, including Deutsche Telekom, MegaFon, MTS Sistema, Orange, Telefónica, Telia Company and Vodafone Group, serving millions of customers. We have extensive R&D expertise in Europe, and some of our largest Technology Centers, which are developing future mobile broadband technologies, are based in this market. We also have a Global Delivery Center and four regional Service Delivery Hubs in Europe.
  • In Greater China, we are the number one player with headquarters outside China, and we are working with all the operators including China Mobile, China Telecom, China Tower and China Unicom. We have also extended our market presence to the public and enterprise sectors, including railways and public security. In Taiwan, we work with all major operators, including Chunghwa Telecom and Taiwan Mobile. In China, we have six Technology Centers, one regional Service Delivery Hub and more than 80 offices spread over megacities and provinces.
  • In India, we are a strong supplier and service provider to the leading public and private operators, including Bharti Airtel, Vodafone, Reliance Jio, Idea, BSNL, MTNL, Aircel and Uninor. Collectively, our networks for these operators carry over 280 million subscribers across over 230 000 sites, and these figures are growing every day. In addition, we are a key telecom infrastructure supplier to non-operator segments, including large enterprises, utilities companies such as Tata Power and GAIL, Indian defense sector through L&T and BEL, and we are a strategic telecommunication partner for GSM-Railways technology to Indian Railways, including Kolkata Metro Railways and DMRC (Delhi Metro Rail Corporation). We have a Global Delivery Center, a Service Delivery Hub and a Global Technology Center in India.

  • In Latin America, 16% of the population use LTE services, and high-speed fixed broadband is still in its early phase. With the aim of providing broadband services to a population of over 600 million people in the area, we supply ultra-competitive solutions to all major operators, such as América Móvil, AT&T, Oi, Telefónica, Telmex and Tim, as well as local operator groups, such as Avantel, Milicom, Nuevatel and Personal.

  • In Middle East and Africa, we have built a position of considerable strength, working alongside leading operators such as Airtel, du, Etisalat, Maroc Telecom, Mobily, MTN, Ooredoo, Orange, OTA Djezzy, Smile, STC, Telkom, Vodacom and Zain, among our key customers in the market.
  • In North America, we count all the major operators as our key customers. We also deliver advanced IP networking, ultra-broadband access, and Cloud technology solutions to a wide array of customers, including local service providers, cable operators, large enterprises, state and local governments, utilities, and many others. North America is also home to the company's most important and thriving innovation practices―from the renowned Nokia Bell Labs headquarters in Murray Hill, New Jersey, to the development labs of Nokia Technologies in Silicon Valley.

In addition, we have a dedicated sales organization focused on driving mission-critical communications sales to organizations outside the telecommunications operator market. This structure is targeted at allowing us to gain speed and efficiency in dealing with customer requirements and cultivating new and existing customer relationships.

The Global Enterprise and Public Sector organization focuses on four segments vertical to the telecommunications operators that require mission-critical communications networks: Public Safety, Transportation, Energy and TXLEs. This global sales organization is dedicated to serving the needs of customers such as Nedaa in Dubai, which provides telecommunication

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services to all specialized governmental, semi-governmental and private institutions; the Swiss railway company SBB (Swiss BundesBahn); the Swiss electricity transmission system operator Swissgrid; Smart City initiatives e.g. 'Bristol is open', which aim at exploring solutions to make cities smarter, safer and more sustainable; and name-brand banks such as BBVA and Santander that are transforming complex legacy environments into leading-edge Clouds that improve their global customer experience.

Research and development

Our Networks business is one of the industry's largest R&D investors in information communication technology and we expect it to drive innovation across telecommunications and vertical industries to meet the needs of a digitally connected world. Product development is continually underway to meet the highly programmable, agile and efficiency requirements of the next generation software-defined networks that will accommodate the IoT, intelligent analytics, and automation used to forge new human possibilities.

Our four networks-focused business groups are responsible for product R&D within the Networks business. The Networks business has a global network of R&D centers, each with individual technology and competence specialties. The main R&D centers are located in Belgium, Canada, China, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, India, Italy, Japan, Poland, the Philippines, Portugal, Romania, the United Kingdom and the United States. We believe that the geographical diversity of our R&D network is an important competitive advantage for us. In addition, the ecosystem around each R&D center helps us to connect with experts on a global scale and our R&D network is further complemented by cooperation with universities and other research facilities.

Innovation steering within our Networks business is carried out by the Chief Innovation and Operating Office ("CIOO"). For R&D activities of our Nokia Technologies business group refer to "Nokia Technologies— Research and development". Within the CIOO, the Chief Technology Office ("CTO") and Nokia Bell Labs organization are responsible for our research agenda and research portfolio along with group services for architecture, compliance, reliability and standards. The CIOO develops disruptive technologies, incubates these technologies into novel prototype systems and solutions and then launches them through our business groups to generate growth and differentiation across our entire portfolio. The CIOO organization also steers innovation externally with customers, partners and governments, and has new solutions tested in collaboration with customers and our business groups.

In response to the six megatrends identified by Nokia as driving the Programmable World (for a more detailed description refer to "Our strategy" above), Nokia Bell Labs has defined the Future X network architecture—a massively distributed, cognitive, continuously adaptive, learning and optimizing network connecting humans, senses, things, systems, infrastructure, and processes. All of our Networks business groups—and also Nokia Technologies—are committed to this single architecture view and are developing products in their respective domains to build seamless end-to-end solutions in the future:

  • Mobile Networks will enable 1 000X higher throughput, 100X lower latency, 10X peak speed, support for multiple spectrum bands and technologies by building application-aware and self-organizing networks that are ultra-secure;
  • Fixed Networks will provide massive-scale, ubiquitous access, fiber-like speed over any media, and flexible software-defined access;

  • IP/Optical Networks will implement terabit scale capacity, dynamic cloud-optimized smart networks and unlimited network programmability/slicing;

  • Applications & Analytics will automate edge/Telco Cloud networks, and enable cognitive network operation and future enterprise interactivity, as well as provide terabit-scale automated IoT/device management contextual security; and
  • Nokia Technologies will explore and innovate new digital value platforms, as well as continue to innovate professional and consumer devices and technologies, with focus on digital health and digital media.

Patents and licenses

Intellectual property assets are fundamental to Nokia, which owns a large patent portfolio of more than 26 000 patent families, originating from three distinct organizations (Nokia Technologies, Nokia Solutions and Networks and Alcatel Lucent). The Patent Business in Nokia Technologies is the primary monetization entity for patent assets. Refer to "Nokia Technologies—Patents and licenses" for a description of the patent licensing activities of Nokia Technologies.

Our Networks business, including Nokia Bell Labs, generates valuable patents from their industry leading R&D in fields, such as wireless, IP networking, ultra-broadband access and Cloud technologies and applications.

Our patent portfolio includes high-quality standard-essential patents ("SEPs") and patent applications which have been declared to the European Telecommunications Standards Institute and other Standards Developing Organizations as essential to standards including LTE, WCDMA, GSM and other standards. We continue to drive new patent generation.

Our Networks business has patent license agreements in place with a number of third parties as part of its ordinary course of business.

Nokia Bell Labs

Nokia Bell Labs is the world-renowned industrial research and innovation arm of Nokia. Over its 90-year history, Nokia Bell Labs has invented many of the foundational technologies that underpin information and communications networks and all digital devices and systems. This research has resulted in eight Nobel Prizes, two Turing Awards, three Japan Prizes, a plethora of National Medals of Science and Engineering, as well as an Oscar, two Grammys and an Emmy award for technical innovation. Nokia Bell Labs continues to conduct disruptive research focused on solving the challenges of the new digital era, defined by the contextual connection and interaction of everything and everyone.

Nokia Bell Labs searches for the fundamental limits of what is possible, rather than being constrained by the current state of the art. It looks to the future to understand essential human needs and the potential barriers to enabling this new human existence. It then uses its unique diversity of research intellects and disciplines and perspectives to solve the key complex problems by discovering or inventing disruptive innovations that have the power to enable new economic capabilities, new societal behaviors, new business models and new types of services―in other words, to drive technological revolutions.

Research at Nokia Bell Labs is focused on key scientific, technological, engineering or mathematical areas which require 10x or more improvement in one or more dimensions. It then combines these areas of research into the Future X network architecture, which brings these disruptive research elements together into industry-redefining solutions. These innovations are brought to market through our business groups or through technology and patent licensing. Nokia Bell Labs also engages directly with the market and customers through its consulting service to help define the path to the future network with business model innovation and the optimum techno-economics.

This model of defining future needs and inventing game-changing solutions to critical problems while advising the market on the path forward has been the constant mission of Nokia Bell Labs.

Nokia Bell Labs and Alcatel-Lucent Submarine Networks achieved 65 Tb/s transmission record for transoceanic cable systems using Bell Labs' new Probabilistic Constellation Shaping ("PCS") technology, a ground-breaking new modulation technique that maximizes the distance and capacity of high-speed transmission in optical networks.

Nokia Bell Labs, Deutsche Telekom T-Labs and the Technical University of Munich achieved a 1 Tb/s transmission rate over optical fiber using Bell Labs' Probabilistic Constellation Shaping technology to provide greater flexibility and performance enabling optical networks to operate closer to the Shannon limit to meet growing consumer and business data demands.

Nokia Bell Labs achieved the world's first 10 Gb/s symmetrical data speeds over traditional cable access networks using XG-CABLE that is based on unique access technology innovations and applications developed by Nokia Bell Labs.

Nokia Technologies

Nokia Technologies

Nokia Technologies is an engine of growth and innovation for Nokia.

Nokia Technologies develops advanced consumer and professional technology products in Digital Health and Digital Media, and licenses our industry-leading innovations as well as the Nokia brand for mobile devices. Nokia Technologies is determined to explore, discover and develop the ways in which technology can transform our lives. Whether taking steps towards a healthier life or sharing experiences like never before, Nokia Technologies makes our vision for a connected future your reality for today. Nokia Technologies' mission is to create effortless and impactful technological products and solutions that expand human possibilities.

Market overview

Nokia Technologies is driving innovation and product development in two key growing sectors of consumer technology—VR and digital health—as well as overseeing the reintroduction of the Nokia brand to handsets through a licensing agreement with HMD Global and the expansion of our patent licensing business based on decades of innovation and R&D leadership in enabling technologies used in virtually all mobile devices used today.

The market for VR products and technologies remains at a very early stage, with estimates of the total market as high as EUR 65 billion by 2020, with significant growth expected over the next five to ten years. We believe the solutions we develop today, the standards we establish and the patents associated with them, will position us as a leading player in this market as adoption grows in products as well as in technology licensing.

The global digital health market is expected to grow exponentially over the next five to seven years, up to EUR 220 billion by 2020. Within that market, we are focused on the segments fueling the most significant growth: 1) connected devices that go beyond trackers and smart watches to include scales and blood pressure monitors; and 2) remote patient monitoring.

Smartphones, feature phones, and tablets had a global estimated market of over EUR 400 billion in 2016, accounting for nearly 40% of the total consumer electronics segment. In the automotive industry, expectations are that around half of the approximately 100 million new cars sold annually around the world will have connectivity in the next five years.

Business overview and organization

Nokia Technologies consists of a portfolio of four growing businesses.

In Digital Media, we are pioneers of the technology enabling VR, an exciting new medium that is transporting people to places, events and experiences like never before.

In Digital Health, we are entering the market through our acquisition of Withings with a portfolio of premium, intuitive products designed to inspire the individual to take control of their own health.

We have established a brand licensing business, and our exclusive brand licensee for mobile phones and tablets, HMD Global, has already launched new Nokia branded feature phones and smartphones.

Nokia Technologies continues to grow its successful patent licensing business, which drives most of its revenue today, giving us the ability to invest in our new businesses in a disciplined, venture capital-like manner.

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Breakdown of patent filings in 2016 by technology

Sales and marketing

Nokia Technologies has significant ongoing R&D activities and an established patent licensing business. Nokia Technologies manages intellectual property as a technology asset and seeks a return on its investments by making its innovations available to the markets through licensing activities and transactions. Nokia Technologies currently has more than 100 licensees, mainly for our SEPs. Nokia Technologies is actively engaged in sales and marketing in support of the OZO VR camera and related technology solutions that enable fully immersive audio and video experiences.

Nokia Technologies is also engaged in sales and marketing activities to support the Withings portfolio of connected heath products in global markets, which span the regulated and non-regulated segments of the market.

Nokia Technologies introduced the OZO VR camera and related technologies including the OZO Live solution in the United States, European and Asian markets in 2016 and is engaged in marketing these solutions to professional content creators in industries including film and entertainment, music, sport, news, travel and education.

Nokia Technologies sees further opportunities in licensing its proprietary technologies, intellectual property and brand assets into telecommunications and vertical industries.

Research and development

The applied nature of our R&D in Nokia Technologies has resulted in various relevant and valuable inventions in areas that we believe are important for emerging consumer experiences in the Programmable World, such as underlying connectivity and sensing technologies, as well as codecs for VR video and audio and advanced machine learning-based health analytics.

Nokia Technologies has R&D centers in Finland, France, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Patents and licenses

For more than 20 years, we have defined many of the fundamental technologies used in virtually all mobile devices and taken a leadership role in standards setting. As a result, we own a leading share of essential patents for GSM, 3G radio and 4G LTE technologies. These, together with others for Wi-Fi and video standards, form the core of our patent portfolio for monetization purposes. As mentioned above, Nokia Technologies currently has more than 100 licensees, mainly for our SEPs.

With the acquisition of Nokia Siemens Networks ("NSN") in 2013 and the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we have added the results of their sustained innovation, including that of Nokia Bell Labs, creating a larger and more valuable IP portfolio than ever before. The portfolio spans more than 26 000 patent families, built on combined R&D investments of more than EUR 119 billion over the last two decades.

We continue to refresh our portfolio from R&D activities across all of our businesses, filing patent applications on more than 1 300 new inventions in 2016. Continuing our focus on communications standards, we also expect to have a leading position in 5G. In 2016, we were a leading contributor to the development of 5G standards. As part of our active portfolio management approach, we are continuously evaluating our collective assets and taking actions to optimize the size of our overall portfolio while preserving the high quality of our patents.

Competition

While several major technology companies are entering the VR market, it is still nascent, and long-term trends for capture and playback solutions have not yet been identified. We expect opportunities for technology licensing within the VR ecosystem to grow over time.

In Digital Health, we are focused on high growth segments of the total market, including consumer products in both regulated and non-regulated markets, and going beyond fitness trackers to blood pressure monitors, scales and thermometers, as well as remote patient monitoring. In this area, Koninklijke Philips N.V. (Philips) is most notable for its competing products. While Fitbit is primarily focused on fitness trackers, they have also pointed to the broader digital health value proposition as part of their evolution.

Number of new filings in 2016

R&D investment over the last two decades

Number of patent licensees

100+

Principal industry trends affecting operations

Business-specific trends

Networks business

We are a leading vendor in the network and IP infrastructure, software, and related services market. We provide a broad range of different products, from the hardware components of networks used by network operators and increasingly by customers in other select verticals, to software solutions supporting the efficient interaction of networks, as well as services to plan, optimize, implement, run and upgrade networks. Our Networks business is conducted through four business groups: Mobile Networks, Fixed Networks, IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics. These business groups provide an end-to-end portfolio of hardware, software and services to enable us to deliver the next generation of leading networks solutions and services to our customers. We aim for all four business groups to be innovation leaders, drawing on our frontline R&D capabilities to deliver leading products and services for our customers, and ultimately ensure the company's long-term value creation. For more information on the Networks business refer to "Business overview—Networks business" above.

Industry trends

The networks industry has witnessed certain prominent trends in recent years, which have also affected our Networks business. First, the increase in the use of data services and the resulting exponential increase in data traffic has resulted in an increased need for high-performance, high-quality and highly reliable networks. The continuing increase in data traffic has, however, not been directly reflected in operators' revenue. Consequently, there is an increased need for efficiency for both operators and network infrastructure and services vendors.

Second, we are witnessing more operator consolidation driven by operators' needs to provide a wider scope of services, especially through the convergence of disparate network technologies across mobile, fixed, and IP and optical networks. In order to improve networks in terms of coverage, capacity and quality, network operators are continuing their transition to all-IP architectures, with an emphasis on fast access to their networks through copper, fiber, LTE and new digital services delivery. We are also seeing similar trends with cable operators, who are investing in the deployment of high-speed networks. Both the fixed mobile convergence and the transition to all-IP architectures were major rationales behind our Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and creating our end-to-end portfolio of products and services.

Third, we see an increasing demand for large high-performance networks in some key areas outside the traditional CSPs space, which we define as our select vertical markets. Webscales—such as Google, Microsoft and Alibaba—are investing in Cloud technology and network infrastructure an increasing scale. In addition, other vertical markets such as energy, transportation, government and TXLEs are investing in their own network infrastructure, to connect data centers and provide seamless IP interconnection and digital services delivery.

Pricing and price erosion

In 2016, we did not witness a dramatic change in the overall pricing environment. The environment remained similar to what we witnessed in the prior year, when competition intensified in the first quarter of 2015 and impacted the net sales and profitability of our Networks business.

Product mix

The profitability of our Networks business is also affected by our product mix, including the share of software in the sales mix. Products and services have varying profitability profiles. For instance, our Ultra Broadband Networks reportable segment offers a combination of hardware, software and services. Hardware, and especially software products, generally have higher gross margins, but also require significant R&D investment, whereas the service offerings are typically labor-intensive, while carrying low R&D investment, and have relatively low gross margins compared to the hardware and software products.

Seasonality and cyclical nature of projects

Our Networks business' sales are affected by seasonality in the network operators' spending cycles, with generally higher sales in the fourth quarter, as compared to the first quarter of the following year. In addition to normal industry seasonality, there are normal peaks and troughs in the deployment of large infrastructure projects. The timing of these projects depends on new radio spectrum allocation, network upgrade cycles and the availability of new consumer devices and services, which in turn affects our Networks' business sales. As an example, during the last couple of years some of the major LTE roll-outs have been largely completed. The next major technology cycle is expected to begin in 2017 when early use-case trials of 5G technology are expected to start, with the initial commercial deployments currently expected to start in 2018. Another example of cyclicality is the IP/Optical Networks market, where network operators often first deploy optical capacity into their networks, which is then followed by investments in routing equipment.

Continued operational efficiency improvements

In 2016, our Networks business continued to focus on operational improvement across its business groups. In order to continue to make our Networks business more efficient, higher-performing and positioned for long-term success, we aim to further strengthen our productivity, efficiency and competitive cost structure. To help us achieve this, we continue to bring performance excellence methodologies such as Kaizen, Lean and Six Sigma to all areas of the business. Our Networks business will also pursue further efficiency gains from increased automation in delivery of Global Services and in other areas, as well as continued improvements in R&D efficiency and agility.

Cost of components and raw materials

There are several important factors driving the profitability and competitiveness of our Networks business: scale, operational efficiency and pricing, and cost discipline. The costs of our networks products comprise, among others, components, manufacturing, labor and overheads, royalties and licensing fees, depreciation of product machinery, logistics and warranty and other quality costs.

Principal industry trends affecting operations continued

Nokia Technologies

Nokia Technologies pursues new business opportunities building on our innovations and the Nokia brand. Nokia Technologies develops and licenses cutting-edge innovations that are powering the next revolution in computing and mobility. The Nokia Technologies strategy consists of: 1) patent licensing, focused on licensing standard-essential and other patents in the Nokia portfolio to companies in the mobile devices market and beyond; 2) technology licensing, focused on licensing proprietary technologies to enable our customers to build better products; 3) brand partnerships, to help our customers leverage the value of the Nokia brand in consumer devices; and 4) incubation, focused on developing new products and solutions in the areas of digital media and digital health. All of these activities are supported by Nokia Bell Labs, our world-class R&D team. For more information on the Nokia Technologies business, refer to "Business overview—Nokia Technologies".

Monetization strategies of IPR

Success in the technology industry requires significant R&D investment, with the resulting patents and other IPR utilized to protect and generate a return on those investments and related inventions. In recent years, we have seen new entrants in the mobile device industry, many of which do not have licenses to our patents. Our aim is to approach these companies by potentially using one or more means of monetization. We believe we are well-positioned to protect, and build on, our existing industry-leading patent portfolio, and consequently to increase our shareholders' value.

We see a number of means of monetizing our innovations: on the one hand, we seek to license our patent portfolio, the Nokia brand and new technological innovations to be integrated into other companies' products and services. On the other hand, our incubation activities may also, from time to time, lead to concepts that we bring to the market ourselves as products or services like OZO, the extraordinary VR camera designed and built specifically for professional content

creators. We also accelerated our expansion into digital health in 2016 with the acquisition of Withings SA, a leading innovator in health and lifestyle product technology with a family of award-winning digital health products and services. Overall, we have sharpened our focus on research and product development in alignment with the strategic growth opportunities we see emerging in the areas of digital health and digital media, including preventive health care and immersive VR.

In patent licensing, the main opportunities we are pursuing are: 1) renewing existing license agreements, and negotiating new license agreements with mobile device manufacturers; and 2) expanding the scope of licensing activities to other industries, in particular those that implement mobile communication technologies. We no longer need patent licenses for our own mobile phone business, enabling the possibility of improving the balance of inbound and outbound patent licensing.

In brand licensing, we will continue to seek further opportunities to bring the Nokia brand into consumer devices, by licensing our brand and other intellectual property, as well as, for example, industrial design. For example, under a strategic agreement covering branding rights and intellectual property licensing, Nokia Technologies granted HMD Global, a newly founded company based in Finland, an exclusive global license to create Nokia-branded mobile phones and tablets for the next ten years.

In technology licensing, the opportunities are more long-term in our view, but we will look at opportunities to license technologies developed by Nokia Technologies and delivered to partners in consumer electronics as solutions or technology packages that can be integrated into their products and services to help enable the Programmable World.

To grow each of the aforementioned business programs, it is necessary to invest in commercial capabilities to support them.

General trends in IPR licensing

In general, there has been increased focus on IPR protection and licensing, and this trend is expected to continue. As such, new agreements are generally a product of lengthy negotiations and potential litigation or arbitration, and therefore the timing and outcome may be difficult to forecast. Due to the structure of patent license agreements, the payments may be very infrequent, at times may be partly retrospective, and the lengths of license agreements can vary.

Additionally, there are clear regional differences in the ease of protecting and licensing patented innovations. We have seen some licensees actively avoiding making license payments, and some licensors using aggressive methods to collect them; both behaviors have attracted regulatory attention. We expect discussion of the regulation of licensing to continue at both a global and a regional level. Some of those regulatory developments may be adverse to the interests of technology developers and patent owners, including us.

Research, development and patent portfolio development

As the creation of new technology assets and patented innovations is heavily focused on R&D activities with long lead-times to incremental revenues, we may from time to time see investment opportunities that have strategic importance. This generally affects the operating expenses before sales reflect

Trends affecting our businesses

Exchange rates

We are a company with global operations and net sales derived from various countries, invoiced in various currencies. Therefore, our business and results from operations are exposed to changes in exchange rates between the euro, our reporting currency, and other currencies, such as the U.S. dollar and the Chinese yuan. The magnitude of foreign exchange exposures changes over time as a function of our net sales and costs in different markets, as well as the prevalent currencies used for transactions in those markets. Refer also to "General facts on Nokia—Selected financial data—Exchange rate data" below.

To mitigate the impact of changes in exchange rates on our results, we hedge material net foreign exchange exposures (net sales less costs in a currency) typically with up to a 12-month hedging horizon. For the majority of these hedges, hedge accounting is applied to reduce income statement volatility.

In 2016, approximately 25% of Continuing operations net sales and approximately 25% of Continuing operations costs were denominated in euro. In 2016, approximately 50% of Continuing operations net sales were denominated in U.S. dollar and approximately 10% in Chinese yuan.

a return on those investments. The average currency mix for net sales and total costs:

During 2016, the U.S. dollar appreciated against the euro and this had a positive impact on our net sales expressed in euros. However, the stronger U.S. dollar also contributed to higher cost of sales and operating expenses, as approximately 45% of our total cost base was in U.S. dollars. In total, before hedging, the appreciation of the U.S. dollar had a slightly positive effect on our operating profit in 2016.

During 2016, the Chinese yuan depreciated against the euro and this had a negative impact on our net sales expressed in euros. However, the weaker Chinese yuan also contributed to lower cost of sales and operating expenses, as approximately 10% of Continuing operations total costs were denominated in Chinese yuan. In total, before hedging, the depreciation of the Chinese yuan had a slightly negative effect on our operating profit in 2016.

Significant changes in exchange rates may also impact our competitive position and related price pressures through their impact on our competitors.

For a discussion of the instruments used by us in connection with our hedging activities, refer to Note 36, Risk management of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report. Refer also to "Board review—Risk factors".

2016 2015
Currency Net sales Total costs Net sales Total costs
EUR ~25% ~25% ~30% ~30%
USD ~50% ~45% ~35% ~30%
CNY ~10% ~10% ~10% ~10%
Other ~15% ~20% ~25% ~30%
Total 100% 100% 100% 100%

Board review

and prospects Board review

Contents

Board review 46
Results of operations 47
Continuing operations 47
Discontinued operations 53
Results of segments 55
Networks business 55
Nokia Technologies 58
Group Common and Other 60
Liquidity and capital resources 61
Financial position 61
Cash flow 61
Financial assets and debt 62
Capital structure
optimization program 63
Structured finance 64
Venture fund investments
and commitments 64
Treasury policy 64
Material subsequent events 65
Sustainability and corporate
responsibility 66
Managing sustainability 66
Improving people's lives
through connectivity 66
Protecting the environment 67
Running our business with integrity 68
Respecting our people 68
Making change happen together 69
Employees 69
Dividend 70
Nokia's outlook 71
Risk factors 72
Shares and share capital 74
Board of Directors and management 75
Articles of Association 75

Board review

2016 brought yet more change for Nokia. It was an eventful year of strong execution and transition marked by the rapid and successful integration of Alcatel Lucent, firmly positioning us to execute on our new strategy and deliver robust shareholder value.

We started 2016 primarily with a focus on mobile networks and patent licensing and ended the year as a fundamentally different company, with a complete portfolio to deliver on our new strategic aims. The Board held 27 meetings in 2016 to, among otherthings, address the strategic direction of the company, resolve on acquisitions and other transactions introduced by the management, and execute on our capital structure optimization program.

In January 2016, following the successful public exchange offer for Alcatel Lucent securities and in line with the resolutions passed at the Extraordinary General Meeting on December 2, 2015, the Board composition was updated with three new directors joining the Board, all with background from Alcatel Lucent. Carla Smits-Nusteling was further added to the Board at the Annual General Meeting 2016.

In 2016, we also continued to execute on our two-year, EUR 7 billion capital structure optimization program, initially announced in October 2015 and updated thereafter in 2016. The program was established following the Board's thorough analysis of Nokia's potential long-term capital structure requirements, focusing on shareholder distributions and de-leveraging while maintaining Nokia's financial strength. Aligned with the program, in July 2016 we distributed an ordinary dividend of EUR 0.16 per share for 2015, in addition to a special dividend of EUR 0.10 per share; announced in November 2016 a share repurchase program up to an equivalent amount of EUR 1 billion or a maximum of 575 million shares; and reduced interest-bearing liabilities and debt-like items during 2016, reaching our program target to de-leverage by approximately EUR 3 billion. Due to Nokia's solid execution and operational performance in 2016, we are proposing a dividend of EUR 0.17 per share for 2016, up 1 Euro cent per share from what we returned to shareholders for 2015.

In November 2016, in connection with our Capital Markets Day held in Barcelona, Spain, we announced our new strategy Rebalancing for Growth. Our strategy taps six future megatrends that we have identified, and consists of four pillars: lead in high-performance, end-to-end networks with communication service providers; expand network sales to select vertical markets needing high-performing, secure networks; build a strong, standalone software business; and create new business and licensing opportunities in the consumer ecosystem.

After five years oftransformation, including four major transactions and a successful integration of Alcatel Lucent, Nokia has renewed itself once again, with a strong vision to lead, solid position to compete and new possibilities to create shareholder value.

The Board members want to particularly thank and recognize Risto Siilasmaa, the Chair of the Board, for his remarkable leadership and oversight of Nokia's strategic shift, from leading the sale ofthe Devices & Services business to the acquisition and integration of Alcatel Lucent. Both accomplishments were nothing short of exemplary and broughtthe senior management team and the Board together in a concerted set of actions which repositioned Nokia for an exciting future. Mr. Siilasmaa's spirit, dedication and actions forthe company extend significantly beyond the role and duties of a chairman, and his efficientteamwork with the CEO is commendable.

Results of operations

The financial information included in this "Board review" section as of December 31, 2016 and 2015 and for each ofthe three years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 has been derived from our audited consolidated financial statements included in this annual report. The financial information as of December 31, 2016 and 2015 and for each ofthe three years ended December 31, 2016, 2015 and 2014 should be read in conjunction with, and is qualified in its entirety by reference to, our audited consolidated financial statements.

In 2016, following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent on January 4, 2016 (referto Note 5, Acquisitions, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report), we revised our financial reporting structure. We have two businesses: Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies, and three reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications (within Nokia's Networks business) and Nokia Technologies. We also present certain segment data for Group Common and Other as well as for Discontinued operations. The comparative financial information presented below has been prepared to reflectthe financial results of our Continuing operations as ifthe new financial reporting structure had been in operation forthe full years 2015 and 2014. Certain accounting policy alignments, adjustments and reclassifications have been necessary. Referto Note 4, Segmentinformation, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

Continuing operations

For the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
% of net sales 2015
EURm
% of net sales Year-on-year
change %
Net sales 23 614 100.0 12 499 100.0 89
Cost of sales (15 158) (64.2) (6 963) (55.7) 118
Gross profit 8 456 35.8 5 536 44.3 53
Research and development expenses (4 904) (20.8) (2 080) (16.6) 136
Selling, general and administrative expenses (3 819) (16.2) (1 772) (14.2) 116
Other income and expenses (833) (3.5) 13 0.1
Operating (loss)/profit (1 100) (4.7) 1 697 13.6
Share of results of associated companies and joint ventures 18 0.1 29 0.2 (38)
Financial income and expenses (287) (1.2) (186) (1.5) (54)
(Loss)/profit before tax (1 369) (5.8) 1 540 12.3
Income tax benefit/(expense) 457 1.9 (346) (2.8)
(Loss)/profit for the year (912) (3.9) 1 194 9.6

Net sales

Continuing operations net sales in 2016 were EUR 23 614 million, an increase of EUR 11 115 million, or 89%, compared to EUR 12 499 million in 2015. The increase in Continuing operations net sales was primarily attributable to growth in Nokia's Networks business and Group Common and Other, primarily related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and, to a lesser extent, growth in Nokia Technologies.

Nokia's Networks business net sales in 2016 were EUR 21 800 million, an increase of EUR 10 313 million, or 90%, compared to EUR 11 487 million in 2015. Ultra Broadband Networks net sales were EUR 15 771 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 5 612 million, or 55%, compared to EUR 10 159 million in 2015. IP Networks and Applications net sales were EUR 6 029 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 4 701 million compared to EUR 1 328 million in 2015. The increase in Ultra Broadband Networks net sales is comprised of an increase in Mobile Networks net sales of EUR 3 383 million and an increase in Fixed Networks net sales of EUR 2 229 million. The increase in Mobile Networks net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, which drove higher net sales in both Radio Networks and Services. This was partially offset by revenue declines from several key customers in Asia-Pacific and North America due to previous build-outs and investments, as well as adverse market conditions in Latin America. The increase in Fixed Networks net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and increases in Broadband Access, supported by the completion of a large project in Asia-Pacific.

The increase in IP Networks and Applications net sales is comprised of an increase in IP/Optical Networks net sales of EUR 3 987 million and an increase in Applications & Analytics net sales of EUR 714 million, primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. The increase in IP/Optical Networks net sales was attributable to an increase in IP Routing net sales of EUR 2 425 million and an increase in Optical Networks net sales of EUR 1 562 million. The increase in Applications & Analytics net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and increases in Services.

Group Common and Other net sales in 2016 were EUR 1 145 million, an increase of EUR 1 145 million, compared to approximately zero in 2015. The increase in Group Common and Other net sales was primarily due to ASN and RFS net sales.

Nokia Technologies net sales in 2016 were EUR 1 053 million, an increase of EUR 26 million, or 3%, compared to EUR 1 027 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia Technologies net sales was primarily attributable to higher IPR licensing income and the inclusion of Withings' net sales from June 2016 onwards resulting from the acquisition of Withings, partially offset by the absence of non-recurring adjustments to accrued net sales from existing and new agreements, and lower licensing income from certain existing licensees.

Results of operations continued

The following table sets forth distribution of net sales by geographical area forthe years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Year-on-year
change %
Asia-Pacific 4 206 3 230 30
Europe(1) 6 393 3 813 68
Greater China 2 656 1 712 55
Latin America 1 457 973 50
Middle East & Africa 1 871 1 177 59
North America 7 031 1 594 341
Total 23 614 12 499 89

(1) All Nokia Technologies IPR and licensing net sales are allocated to Finland.

Referto "—Results of segments—Nokia's Networks business" forthe main changes in regional net sales.

Gross margin

Gross margin for Continuing operations in 2016 was 35.8% compared to 44.3% in 2015. The decrease in gross margin was primarily due to Nokia's Networks business and, to a lesser extent, Nokia Technologies and Group Common and Other.

Nokia's Networks business gross margin in 2016 was 38.5%, compared to 39.0% in 2015. The slight decrease in Nokia's Networks business gross margin was due to decreases in both Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin and IP Networks and Applications gross margin. Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin in 2016 was 36.3%, compared to 37.5% in 2015. The decrease in Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin was primarily attributable to higher central cost of sales in Mobile Networks, partially offset by favorable region and product mix, and the completion of a large Fixed Networks projectin the Asia-Pacific region. IP Networks and Applications gross margin in 2016 was 44.1%, compared to 50.9% in 2015. The decrease in IP Networks and Applications gross margin was primarily attributable to changes in the business volume and mix, primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2016 was 96.0%, compared to 99.3% in 2015. The decrease in Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2016 was primarily attributable to new, lower gross margin business in digital health from Withings, and to a lesser extent, digital media.

Group Common and Other gross margin in 2016 was 16.8%. The Group Common and Other gross margin was attributable to gross margin in ASN and RFS.

In 2016, cost of sales included working capital-related purchase price allocation adjustments of EUR 509 million, which resulted in higher cost of sales and lower gross profit when the inventory was sold; and product portfolio integration-related costs of EUR 274 million.

Operating expenses

Our R&D expenses for Continuing operations in 2016 were EUR 4 904 million, an increase of EUR 2 824 million, or 136%, compared to EUR 2 080 million in 2015. R&D expenses represented 20.8% of our net sales in 2016 compared to 16.6% in 2015. The increase in R&D expenses was primarily attributable to Nokia's Networks business, amortization of acquired intangible assets and depreciation of acquired property, plant and equipment; and,to a lesser extent, product portfolio integration costs, as well as Group Common and Other, all of which primarily related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, in addition to Nokia Technologies.

Nokia's Networks business R&D expenses were EUR 3 691 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 1 953 million, or 112%, compared to EUR 1 738 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia's Networks business R&D expenses was primarily attributable to an increase in headcount, partially offset by operational and synergy savings. Group Common and Other R&D expenses in 2016 were EUR 282 million, an increase of EUR 198 million, compared to EUR 84 million in 2015. Group Common and Other R&D expenses increased, primarily attributable to Nokia Bell Labs. Nokia Technologies R&D expenses in 2016 were EUR 250 million, an increase of EUR 30 million, or 14%, compared to EUR 220 million in 2015. The increase in R&D expenses in Nokia Technologies was primarily attributable to the inclusion of Bell Labs' patent portfolio costs, resulting from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and higher investments in the areas of digital media and digital health. R&D expenses included amortization and depreciation of acquired intangible assets, and property, plant and equipment of EUR 619 million in 2016 compared to EUR 35 million in 2015, as well as product portfolio integration-related costs of EUR 61 million in 2016.

Our selling, general and administrative expenses for Continuing operations in 2016 were EUR 3 819 million, an increase of EUR 2 047 million, or 116%, compared to EUR 1 772 million in 2015. Selling, general and administrative expenses represented 16.2% of our net sales in 2016 compared to 14.2% in 2015. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to Nokia's Networks business, amortization of acquired intangible assets and depreciation of acquired property, plant and equipment, and transaction and integration-related costs and Group Common and Other, all of which primarily related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, as well as Nokia Technologies.

Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses were EUR 2 720 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 1 300 million, or 92%, compared to EUR 1 420 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to an increase in headcount, partially offset by operational and synergy savings. Group Common and Other selling, general and administrative expenses in 2016 were EUR 231 million, an increase of EUR 134 million compared to EUR 97 million in 2015. Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses in 2016 were EUR 183 million, an increase of EUR 74 million, or 68%, compared to EUR 109 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to the ramp-up of Digital Health and Digital Media, higher business support costs and increased licensing. Selling, general and administrative expenses included amortization and depreciation of acquired intangible assets, and property, plant and equipment of EUR 385 million in 2016 compared to EUR 44 million in 2015, as well as transaction and integration-related costs of EUR 294 million in 2016.

Other income and expenses for Continuing operations in 2016 was a net expense of EUR 833 million, a change of EUR 846 million, compared to a netincome of EUR 13 million in 2015. The change was primarily attributable to higher restructuring and associated charges and, to a lesser extent, the absence of realized gains related to certain investments made through venture funds. Other income and expenses included restructuring and associated charges of EUR 759 million in 2016 compared to EUR 121 million in 2015.

Operating loss/profit

Our operating loss for Continuing operations in 2016 was EUR 1 100 million, a change of EUR 2 797 million, compared to an operating profit of EUR 1 697 million in 2015. The change in operating result was primarily attributable to higher R&D expenses and selling, general and administrative expenses, and a net negative fluctuation in other income and expenses, partially offset by higher gross profit. Our operating margin in 2016 was negative 4.7% compared to positive 13.6% in 2015.

The following table sets forth the impact of unallocated items on operating loss/profit:

EURm 2016 2015
Total segment operating profit(1) 2 172 1 958
Amortization and depreciation of acquired
intangible assets and property, plant
and equipment
(1 026) (79)
Release of acquisition-related fair value
adjustments to deferred revenue
and inventory (840)
Restructuring and associated charges (774) (123)
Product portfolio strategy costs (348)
Transaction and related costs, including
integration costs relating to the Acquisition
of Alcatel Lucent (295) (99)
Other 11 40
Total operating loss/profit (1 100) 1 697

(1) Excludes costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Financial income and expenses

Financial income and expenses for Continuing operations was a net expense of EUR 287 million in 2016 compared to a net expense of EUR 186 million in 2015, an increase of EUR 101 million, or 54%. The change in financial income and expenses was primarily attributable to higher interest expenses, including charges of EUR 41 million related to the redemption of Alcatel Lucent bonds, net interest expenses of EUR 65 million for defined benefit pensions, and impairments of EUR 108 million for certain investments in private funds; partially offset by higher interestincome, significantly lower foreign exchange losses and realized gains from venture fund distributions.

Referto "—Liquidity and capital resources" below.

Loss/profit before tax

Our loss before tax for Continuing operations in 2016 was EUR 1 369 million, a change of EUR 2 909 million compared to a profit of EUR 1 540 million in 2015.

Income tax

Income taxes for Continuing operations was a net benefit of EUR 457 million in 2016, a change of EUR 803 million compared to a net expense of EUR 346 million in 2015. In 2016, netincome tax benefit was primarily related to two factors. Firstly, we recorded a loss before tax compared to profit before tax in 2015. Secondly, following the completion of the squeeze-out of the remaining Alcatel Lucent securities, we launched actions to integrate the former Alcatel Lucent and Nokia operating models. In 2016, in connection with these integration activities, we transferred certain intellectual property to our operations in the United States, recording a tax benefit and additional deferred tax assets of EUR 348 million. In addition, we elected to treat the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent's operations in the United States as an asset purchase for United States tax purposes. The impact of this election was to utilize or forfeit existing deferred tax assets and record new deferred tax assets with a longer amortization period than the life of those forfeited assets. As a result of this we recorded EUR 91 million additional deferred tax assets in 2016.

Following the acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we now have a strong presence in three jurisdictions: Finland, France and the United States, which had an impact on our effective tax rate in 2016. The local corporate tax rate in the United States and France is significantly higher compared to Finland. In addition, we do not recognize deferred tax assets fortax losses and temporary differences in France as our ability to utilize unrecognized deferred tax assets is currently uncertain. As of December 31, 2016 we have unrecognized deferred tax assets in France of EUR 4.8 billion.

We will continue to make changes in our operating model in 2017 and expectthis to have an impact on our effective tax rate in 2017 and going forward (referto Note 37, Subsequent events, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report).

Results of operations continued

Loss/profit attributable to equity holders of the parent and earnings per share

The loss attributable to equity holders of the parent in 2016 was EUR 766 million, a change of EUR 3 232 million, compared to a profit of EUR 2 466 million in 2015. Continuing operations generated a loss attributable to equity holders ofthe parentin 2016 of EUR 751 million compared to a profit of EUR 1 192 million in 2015. The change in profit attributable to equity holders of the parent was primarily attributable to the operating loss in 2016, compared to an operating profitin 2015 and,to a lesser extent, a net negative fluctuation in financial income and expenses, both of which primarily related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. This was partially offset by an income tax benefit, resulting from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, compared to an income tax expense in 2015. In addition, the loss attributable to the non-controlling interests was higher, as a result of the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. Ourtotal basic EPS in 2016 decreased to negative EUR 0.13 (basic) and negative EUR 0.13 (diluted) compared to EUR 0.67 (basic) and EUR 0.63 (diluted) in 2015. In 2015, profitforthe year included EUR 1 178 million gain on the Sale ofthe HERE Business recorded in Discontinued operations. From Continuing operations, EPS in 2016 decreased to negative EUR 0.13 (basic) and negative EUR 0.13 (diluted) compared to EUR 0.32 (basic) and EUR 0.31 (diluted) in 2015.

Cost savings program

On April 6, 2016, we launched a new cost savings program, targeting approximately EUR 1 200 million oftotal annual cost savings to be achieved in full year 2018. In 2016, we recognized restructuring and associated charges of EUR 750 million related to the cost savings program. Total expected restructuring and associated charges are EUR 1 700 million. In 2016, we had cumulative restructuring and associated cash outflows of EUR 590 million relating to this cost savings program. We expectthe remaining restructuring and associated cash outflows relating to this cost savings program to be approximately EUR 2 150 million, including EUR 450 million related to previous Nokia and Alcatel Lucentrestructuring and cost savings programs.

Carrying value of cash-generating units

The recoverable amounts of our cash-generating units ("CGUs") were based on fair value less costs of disposalthat was determined using market participant assumptions based on a discounted cash flow calculation. The cash flow projections used in calculating the recoverable amounts were based on financial plans approved by management covering an explicitforecast period of five years. Five additional years of cash flow projections subsequentto the explicitforecast period reflect a gradual progression towards the steady state cash flow projections modeled in the terminal year.

Estimation and judgment are required in determining the components of the recoverable amount calculation, including the discount rate, the terminal growth rate, estimated revenue growth rates, gross margin and operating margin. The discountrates reflect current assessments of the time value of money and relevant market risk premiums reflecting risks and uncertainties for which the future cash flow estimates have not been adjusted. The terminal growth rate assumptions reflectlong-term average growth rates forthe industry and economies in which our CGUs operate.

We allocated a significant proportion ofthe goodwill arising from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucentto the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, which is comprised mainly of businesses acquired in the acquisition. As a result,the fair value ofthe IP/Optical Networks group of CGU's corresponds closely to its respective carrying amount.

The results of our impairmenttesting indicate significant headroom for each CGU, exceptforthe IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, where the recoverable amount exceeds its carrying amount by approximately EUR 1 200 million. Taken in isolation,the following changes would cause the recoverable amount of IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs to equal its carrying amount:

  • Increase in discountrate from 8.9% to 10.7%.
  • Reduction in operational profitability in the terminal year by 40%, which is equalto the decrease in the operating profit of EUR 331 million.

Goodwill amounts to EUR 5 724 million as of December 31, 2016 (EUR 237 million in 2015).

Referto Note 16, Impairment, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

For the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales that they represent for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2015
EURm
% of net sales 2014
EURm
% of net sales Year-on-year
change %
Net sales 12 499 100.0 11 762 100.0 6
Cost of sales (6 963) (55.7) (6 774) (57.6) 3
Gross profit 5 536 44.3 4 988 42.4 11
Research and development expenses (2 080) (16.6) (1 904) (16.2) 9
Selling, general and administrative expenses (1 772) (14.2) (1 559) (13.3) 14
Other income and expenses 13 0.1 (111) (0.9)
Operating profit 1 697 13.6 1 414 12.0 20
Share of results of associated companies and joint ventures 29 0.2 (12) (0.1)
Financial income and expenses (186) (1.5) (403) (3.4) (54)
Profit before tax 1 540 12.3 999 8.5 54
Income tax (expense)/benefit (346) (2.8) 1 719 14.6
Profit for the year 1 194 9.6 2 718 23.1 (56)

Net sales

Continuing operations net sales in 2015 were EUR 12 499 million, an increase of EUR 737 million, or 6%, compared to EUR 11 762 million in 2014. The increase in Continuing operations net sales was attributable to higher net sales in both Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies. The increase in Nokia's Networks business net sales was primarily attributable to an increase in net sales in Ultra Broadband Networks, partially offset by the absence of non-recurring IPR net sales which benefited full year 2014. The increase in Nokia Technologies net sales was primarily attributable to non-recurring net sales from existing and new agreements and revenue share related to previously divested IPR, and IPR divestments; higher IPR licensing income from existing and new licensees related to settled and ongoing arbitrations; as well as Microsoft becoming a more significantintellectual property licensee following the Sale of the D&S Business. The increase in net sales was partially offset by lower licensing income from certain existing licensees that experienced decreases in handset sales.

The following table sets forth distribution of net sales by geographical area for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Year-on-year
change %
Asia-Pacific 3 230 3 289 (2)
Europe(1) 3 813 3 493 9
Greater China 1 712 1 380 24
Latin America 973 1 009 (4)
Middle East & Africa 1 177 1 053 12
North America 1 594 1 538 4
Total 12 499 11 762 6

(1) All Nokia Technologies net sales are allocated to Finland.

Referto "Results of segments—Nokia's Networks business" forthe main changes in regional net sales.

Gross margin

Gross margin for Continuing operations in 2015 was 44.3% compared to 42.4% in 2014. The increase in Continuing operations gross margin was primarily attributable to an increase in Nokia Technologies and Nokia's Networks business gross margins, and to a lesser extent to Group Common and Other gross margin. The increase in Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2015 was primarily attributable to higher net sales. The increase in Nokia's Networks business gross margin in 2015 was attributable to a higher gross margin in Ultra Broadband Networks, partially offset by lower gross margin in IP Networks and Applications and the absence of non-recurring IPR net sales which benefited full year 2014. The increase in Group Common and Other gross margin in 2015 was primarily attributable to lower cost of sales.

Operating expenses

Our R&D expenses for Continuing operations in 2015 were EUR 2 080 million, an increase of EUR 176 million, or 9%, compared to EUR 1 904 million in 2014. R&D expenses represented 16.6% of our net sales in 2015 compared to 16.2% in 2014. The increase in R&D expenses was primarily attributable to higher R&D expenses in Nokia's Networks business and to a lesser extentin Nokia Technologies. The increase in Nokia's Networks business R&D expenses in 2015 was primarily attributable to higher personnel expenses and increased investments in LTE, 5G, small cells and Cloud core, partially offset by continued operational improvements. The increase in Nokia Technologies R&D expenses was primarily attributable to higher investments in Digital Media and technology incubation, higher patent portfolio costs and higher investments in Digital Health. R&D expenses included amortization of acquired intangible assets of EUR 35 million and transaction-related costs of EUR 1 million in 2015 compared to EUR 32 million and EUR 13 million in 2014 respectively.

Results of operations continued

Our selling, general and administrative expenses for Continuing operations in 2015 were EUR 1 772 million, an increase of EUR 213 million, or 14%, compared to EUR 1 559 million in 2014. Selling, general and administrative expenses represented 14.2% of our net sales in 2015 compared to 13.3% in 2014. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to higher selling, general and administrative expenses in Nokia's Networks business, and to a lesser extent in Nokia Technologies, partially offset by lower selling, general and administrative expenses in Group Common and Other. The increase in Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to higher personnel expenses, partially offset by a continued focus on cost efficiency. The increase in Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to the ramp-up of new businesses, increased licensing activities, and higher business support costs. Selling, general and administrative expenses included transaction-related costs of EUR 99 million and amortization of acquired intangible assets of EUR 44 million in 2015 compared to EUR 29 million and EUR 35 million in 2014 respectively.

Other income and expenses for Continuing operations in 2015 was a netincome of EUR 13 million, an increase of EUR 124 million, compared to a net expense of EUR 111 million in 2014. The increase in other income and expenses was primarily attributable to Group Common and Other, and to a lesser extentto Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies. Group Common and Other other income and expenses in 2015 included net income of approximately EUR 100 million related to realized gains on investments made through unlisted venture funds. The change in Nokia's Networks business other income and expenses in 2015 was primarily attributable to lower costs related to the sale of receivables, lower net indirecttax expenses and the release of certain doubtful account allowances. Other income and expenses included restructuring and associated charges of EUR 121 million and contractual remediation costs of EUR 5 million in 2015 compared to EUR 57 million and EUR 31 million in 2014 respectively.

Operating profit

Our operating profitfor Continuing operations in 2015 was EUR 1 697 million, an increase of EUR 283 million, or 20%, compared to an operating profit of EUR 1 414 million in 2014. The increase in operating profit was primarily attributable to an increase in operating profitin Nokia Technologies and a lower operating loss from Group Common and Other, partially offset by lower operating profitin Nokia's Networks business. Our operating margin in 2015 was 13.6% compared to 12.0% in 2014.

The following table sets forth the impact of unallocated items on operating profit:

EURm 2015 2014
Total segment operating profit(1) 1 958 1 602
Restructuring and associated charges (123) (57)
Transaction and related costs, including
integration costs relating to the Acquisition
of Alcatel Lucent
(99) (39)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets (79) (67)
Other 40 (25)
Total operating profit 1 697 1 414

(1) Excludes costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Financial income and expenses

Financial income and expenses for Continuing operations was a net expense of EUR 186 million in 2015 compared to a net expense of EUR 403 million in 2014, a decrease of EUR 217 million, or 54%. The lower net financial expense in 2015 was primarily attributable to the absence of a financial expense of EUR 123 million relating to the redemption of all material Nokia's Networks business' borrowings in 2014, and the absence of a non-cash charge of EUR 57 million relating to the repayment of EUR 1 500 million convertible bonds issued to Microsoft.

Referto "—Liquidity and capital resources" below.

Profit before tax

Our profit before tax for Continuing operations in 2015 was EUR 1 540 million, an increase of EUR 541 million compared to EUR 999 million in 2014.

Income tax

Income taxes for Continuing operations were a net expense of EUR 346 million in 2015, a change of EUR 2 065 million compared to a net benefit of EUR 1 719 million in 2014. In 2014,the net income tax benefit was primarily attributable to the recognition of EUR 2 126 million deferred tax assets following the reassessment of recoverability oftax assets in Finland and Germany.

Profit attributable to equity holders of the parent and earnings per share

Profit attributable to equity holders ofthe parentin 2015 was EUR 2 466 million, a decrease of EUR 996 million, compared to a profit of EUR 3 462 million in 2014. Continuing operations generated profit attributable to equity holders ofthe parentin 2015 of EUR 1 192 million compared to a profit of EUR 2 710 million in 2014. Profit attributable to equity holders ofthe parentin 2014 was favorably impacted by the recognition of EUR 2 126 million deferred tax assets. Nokia Group's total basic EPS in 2015 decreased to EUR 0.67 (basic) and EUR 0.63 (diluted) compared to EUR 0.94 (basic) and EUR 0.85 (diluted) in 2014. Profitforthe year included EUR 1 178 million gain on the Sale oftheHERE Business (EUR 2 803 million gain on the Sale of the D&S Business in 2014)recorded inDiscontinued operations. From Continuing operations, EPS in 2015 decreased to EUR 0.32 (basic) and EUR 0.31 (diluted) compared to EUR 0.73 (basic) and EUR 0.67 (diluted) in 2014.

Discontinued operations

Background

The two businesses below are presented as Discontinued operations in this annual report.

HERE business

We sold our HERE digital mapping and location services business to a German automotive industry consortium comprised of AUDI AG, BMW Group and Daimler AG, that was completed on December 4, 2015 ("the Sale of HERE Business").

The transaction, originally announced on August 3, 2015, valued HERE at an enterprise value of EUR 2.8 billion, subjectto certain purchase price adjustments. We received net proceeds from the transaction of approximately EUR 2.55 billion atthe closing ofthe transaction. We recorded a gain on the Sale ofthe HERE Business, including a related release of cumulative foreign exchange translation differences of approximately EUR 1.2 billion, in the year ended December 31, 2015.

Devices & Services business

We sold substantially all of our Devices & Services business to Microsoft in a transaction that was completed on April 25, 2014 (the "Sale ofthe D&S Business"). We granted Microsoft a ten-year non-exclusive license to our patents and patent applications. The announced purchase price ofthe transaction was EUR 5.44 billion, of which EUR 3.79 billion related to the purchase of substantially all of the Devices & Services business, and EUR 1.65 billion to the ten-year mutual patent license agreement and the option to extend this agreement into perpetuity. Of the Devices & Services-related assets, our former CTO organization and our patent portfolio remained within the Nokia Group, and are now part ofthe Nokia Technologies business group.

For the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015

As the Sale ofthe HERE Business closed on December 4, 2015,the financial results of Discontinued operations in 2016 are not comparable to the financial results of Discontinued operations in 2015.

The following table sets forth selective line items for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Net sales 1 075
Cost of sales (244)
Gross profit 831
Research and development expenses (498)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (11) (213)
Other income and expenses (4) (23)
Operating (loss)/profit (15) 97
Financial income and expenses 14 (9)
(Loss)/profit before tax (1) 88
Income tax (expense)/benefit (28) 8
(Loss)/profit for the year, ordinary activities (29) 96
Gain on the Sale of the HERE and D&S Businesses, net of tax(1) 14 1 178
(Loss)/profit for the year (15) 1 274

(1) In 2016, an additional gain of EUR 7 million was recognized on the Sale ofthe HERE Business following the final purchase price settlement, and EUR 7 million on the Sale ofthe D&S Business due to a tax indemnification.

Results of operations continued

Net sales

Discontinued operations did not generate net sales in 2016. In 2015, Discontinued operations net sales were EUR 1 075 million. The decrease was attributable to the absence of net sales from HERE.

Gross margin

Discontinued operations did not generate gross margin in 2016. In 2015, Discontinued operations gross margin was 77.3% in 2015. The decrease in gross margin was attributable to the absence of net sales and cost of sales from HERE.

Operating expenses

Discontinued operations operating expenses in 2016were EUR 15 million, a decrease of EUR 719 million, compared to EUR 734 million in 2015. The decrease was attributable to the absence of operating expenses from HERE.

Operating loss/profit

Discontinued operations operating loss in 2016 was EUR 15 million, a change of EUR 112 million, compared to an operating profit of EUR 97 million in 2015. The change in Discontinued operations operating result was attributable to the absence of net sales and operating expenses from HERE.

Loss/profit for the year

Discontinued operations loss in 2016 was EUR 15 million, a change of EUR 1 289 million compared to a profit of EUR 1 274 million in 2015. The gain on the Sale of the HERE Business recorded in 2015 was EUR 1 178 million, which included a reclassification of EUR 1 174 million of foreign exchange differences from other comprehensive income.

For the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014

As the Sale ofthe HERE Business closed on December 4, 2015 and the Sale ofthe D&S Business closed on April 25, 2014,the financial results of Discontinued operations in 2015 are not comparable to the financial results of Discontinued operations in 2014.

The following table sets forth selective line items for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Net sales 1 075 3 428
Cost of sales (244) (2 325)
Gross profit 831 1 103
Research and development expenses (498) (899)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (213) (628)
Other income and expenses(1) (23) (1 354)
Operating profit/(loss) 97 (1 778)
Financial income and expenses (9) 10
Profit/(loss) before tax 88 (1 768)
Income tax benefit/(expense) 8 (277)
Profit/(loss) for the year, ordinary activities 96 (2 045)
Gain on the Sale of the HERE and D&S Businesses, net of tax 1 178 2 803
Profit for the year 1 274 758

(1) Includes impairment of goodwill of EUR 1 209 million related to HERE in 2014.

Net sales

Discontinued operations net sales in 2015 were EUR 1 075 million, a decrease of EUR 2 353 million, or 69%, compared to EUR 3 428 million in 2014. The decrease was attributable to the absence of net sales from Devices & Services.

Gross margin

Discontinued operations gross margin in 2015 was 77.3%, compared to a gross margin of 32.2% in 2014. The increase in gross margin was attributable to the absence of cost of sales from Devices & Services.

Operating expenses

Discontinued operations operating expenses in 2015 were EUR 734 million, a decrease of EUR 2 147 million, or 74.5%, compared to EUR 2 881 million in 2014. The decrease was primarily attributable to the absence of a EUR 1 209 million impairment charge related to HERE which negatively affected 2014, and lower operating expenses attributable to Devices & Services.

Operating profit/loss

Discontinued operations operating profitin 2015 was EUR 97 million, an increase of EUR 1 875 million, compared to an operating loss of EUR 1 778 million in 2014. The change in Discontinued operations operating result was primarily attributable to the absence of a EUR 1 209 million impairment charge related to HERE which negatively affected 2014, and lower operating expenses attributable to Devices & Services, partially offset by lower gross profit.

Profit for the year

Discontinued operations profitin 2015 was EUR 1 274 million, an increase of EUR 516 million compared to a profit of EUR 758 million in 2014. The gain on the Sale ofthe HERE Business recorded in 2015 was EUR 1 178 million, which included a reclassification of EUR 1 174 million of foreign exchange differences from other comprehensive income. The gain on the Sale of the D&S Business recorded in 2014 was EUR 2 803 million.

Results of segments

Networks business

For the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
% of net sales 2015
EURm
% of net sales Year-on-year
change %
Net sales 21 800 100.0 11 487 100.0 90
Cost of sales (13 414) (61.5) (7 006) (61.0) 91
Gross profit 8 386 38.5 4 481 39.0 87
Research and development expenses (3 691) (16.9) (1 738) (15.1) 112
Selling, general and administrative expenses (2 720) (12.5) (1 420) (12.4) 92
Other income and expenses (40) (0.2) 26 0.2
Operating profit 1 935 8.9 1 349 11.7 43

Segment information(1)

For the year ended December 31 Ultra
Broadband
Networks(2)
2016
EURm
IP Networks
and
Applications(3)
2016
EURm
Networks
total(4)
2016
EURm
Ultra
Broadband
Networks(2)
2015
EURm
IP Networks
and
Applications(3)
2015
EURm
Networks
total(4)
2015
EURm
Net sales 15 771 6 029 21 800 10 159 1 328 11 487
Cost of sales (10 044) (3 370) (13 414) (6 354) (652) (7 006)
Gross profit 5 727 2 659 8 386 3 805 676 4 481
Research and development expenses (2 405) (1 286) (3 691) (1 470) (268) (1 738)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (1 936) (784) (2 720) (1 146) (274) (1 420)
Other income and expenses (24) (16) (40) 22 4 26
Operating profit 1 362 573 1 935 1 211 138 1 349

(1) Referto Note 4, Segmentinformation, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

(2) Net sales include EUR 13 406 million (EUR 10 023 million in 2015) attributable to Mobile Networks and EUR 2 365 million (EUR 136 million in 2015) attributable to Fixed Networks.

(3) Net sales include EUR 2 940 million (EUR 515 million in 2015) attributable to IP Routing; EUR 1 562 million attributable to Optical Networks; and EUR 1 527 million (EUR 813 million in 2015) attributable to Applications & Analytics.

(4) Includes Services net sales of EUR 8 531 million (EUR 5 424 million in 2015).

Net sales

Nokia's Networks business net sales in 2016 were EUR 21 800 million, an increase of EUR 10 313 million, or 90%, compared to

EUR 11 487 million in 2016. The increase in Nokia's Networks business net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. Ultra Broadband Networks net sales were EUR 15 771 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 5 612 million, or 55%, compared to EUR 10 159 million in 2015. IP Networks and Applications net sales were EUR 6 029 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 4 701 million compared to EUR 1 328 million in 2015.

The increase in Ultra Broadband Networks net sales is comprised of an increase in Mobile Networks net sales of EUR 3 383 million and an increase in Fixed Networks net sales of EUR 2 229 million. The increase in Mobile Networks net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, which drove higher net sales in both Radio Networks and Services. This was partially offset by revenue declines from several key customers in Asia-Pacific and North America due to previous build-outs and investments, as well as adverse market conditions in Latin America. The increase in Fixed Networks net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and increases in Broadband Access, supported by the completion of a large projectin Asia-Pacific.

The increase in IP Networks and Applications net sales is comprised of an increase in IP/Optical Networks net sales of EUR 3 987 million and an increase in Applications & Analytics net sales of EUR 714 million, primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. The increase in IP/Optical Networks net sales was attributable to an increase in IP Routing net sales of EUR 2 425 million and an increase in Optical Networks net sales of EUR 1 562 million. The increase in Applications & Analytics net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and increases in Services.

The following table sets forth distribution of net sales by geographical area for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Year-on-year
change %
Asia-Pacific 4 216 3 231 30
Europe 4 881 2 805 74
Greater China 2 640 1 710 54
Latin America 1 444 970 49
Middle East & Africa 1 889 1 177 60
North America 6 730 1 594 322
Total 21 800 11 487 90

Results of segments continued

On a regional basis, Nokia's Networks business net sales increased across all regions, with particularly strong growth in North America and Europe, primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

The increase in Mobile Networks net sales was driven by the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, resulting in significantimprovements in the North America, Greater China, and the Middle East & Africa regions, partially offset by revenue decreases in Asia-Pacific and Latin America. The increase in Fixed Networks net sales was primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, supported by the completion of a large projectin Asia-Pacific, offset by contraction in Europe.

The increases in both IP/Optical Networks net sales and Applications & Analytics net sales were primarily attributable to significantincreases in North America following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Gross margin

Nokia's Networks business gross margin in 2016 was 38.5%, compared to 39.0% in 2015. The slight decrease in Nokia's Networks business gross margin was due to decreases in both Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin and IP Networks and Applications gross margin. Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin in 2016 was 36.3%, compared to 37.5% in 2015. The decrease in Ultra Broadband Networks gross margin was primarily attributable to higher central cost of sales in Mobile Networks, partially offset by favorable region and product mix, and the completion of a large Fixed Networks project in the Asia-Pacific region.

IP Networks and Applications gross margin in 2016 was 44.1%, compared to 50.9% in 2015. The decrease in IP Networks and Applications gross margin was primarily attributable to changes in the business volume and mix, primarily attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Operating expenses

Nokia's Networks business R&D expenses were EUR 3 691 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 1 953 million, or 112%, compared to EUR 1 738 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia's Networks business R&D expenses was primarily attributable to an increase in headcount attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, partially offset by operational and synergy savings. The increase in Nokia's Networks

business R&D expenses was attributable to both Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications. Ultra Broadband Networks R&D expenses were EUR 2 405 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 935 million, compared to EUR 1 470 million in 2015. IP Networks and Applications R&D expenses were EUR 1 286 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 1 018 million, compared to EUR 268 million in 2015.

Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses were EUR 2 720 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 1 300 million, or 92%, compared to EUR 1 420 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to an increase in headcount attributable to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, partially offset by operational and synergy savings. The increase in Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses was attributable to both Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications. Ultra Broadband Networks selling, general and administrative expenses were EUR 1 936 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 790 million, compared to EUR 1 146 million in 2015. IP Networks and Applications selling, general and administrative expenses were EUR 784 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 510 million, compared to EUR 274 million in 2015.

Nokia's Networks business other income and expenses was an expense of EUR 40 million in 2016, a change of EUR 66 million compared to an income of EUR 26 million in 2015. The change was attributable to both Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications, primarily related to doubtful accounts allowances.

Operating profit

Nokia's Networks business operating profit was EUR 1 935 million in 2016, an increase of EUR 586 million compared to EUR 1 349 million in 2015. Nokia's Networks business operating margin in 2016 was 8.9% compared to 11.7% in 2015. The decrease in operating margin was primarily attributable to Ultra Broadband Networks. Ultra Broadband Networks operating margin decreased from 11.9% in 2015 to 8.6% in 2016. IP Networks and Applications operating margin decreased from 10.4% in 2015 to 9.5% in 2016. The decreases in both Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications operating margins in 2016 were attributable to lower gross margin and higher operating expenses.

For the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales for the years indicated.

2015
EURm
% of net sales 2014
EURm
% of net sales Year-on-year
change %
11 487 100.0 11 144 100.0 3
(7 006) (61.0) (6 755) (60.6) 4
2
(1 738) (15.1) (1 616) (14.5) 8
(1 420) (12.4) (1 296) (11.6) 10
26 0.2 (38) (0.3)
1 349 11.7 1 439 12.9 (6)
4 481 39.0 4 389 39.4

Segment information(1)

For the year ended December 31 Ultra
Broadband
Networks(2)
2015
EURm
IP Networks
and
Applications(3)
2015
EURm
Networks
total(4)
2015
EURm
Ultra
Broadband
Networks(2)
2014
EURm
IP Networks
and
Applications(3)
2014
EURm
Networks
total(4)
2014
EURm
Net sales 10 159 1 328 11 487 9 818 1 326 11 144
Cost of sales (6 354) (652) (7 006) (6 119) (636) (6 755)
Gross profit 3 805 676 4 481 3 699 690 4 389
Research and development expenses (1 470) (268) (1 738) (1 368) (248) (1 616)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (1 146) (274) (1 420) (1 053) (243) (1 296)
Other income and expenses 22 4 26 (27) (11) (38)
Operating profit 1 211 138 1 349 1 251 188 1 439

(1) Referto Note 4, Segmentinformation, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

(2) Net sales include EUR 10 023 million (EUR 9 639 million in 2014) attributable to Mobile Networks and EUR 136 million (EUR 179 million in 2014) attributable to Fixed Networks.

(3) Net sales include EUR 515 million (EUR 523 million in 2014) attributable to IP Routing and EUR 813 million (EUR 803 million in 2014) attributable to Applications & Analytics.

(4) Includes Services net sales of EUR 5 424 million (EUR 5 078 million in 2014).

Net sales

Nokia's Networks business net sales in 2015 were EUR 11 487 million, an increase of EUR 343 million, or 3%, compared to EUR 11 144 million in 2014. The increase in Nokia's Networks business net sales was primarily attributable to an increase in net sales in Ultra Broadband Networks. Ultra Broadband Networks net sales were EUR 10 159 million in 2015, an increase of EUR 341 million, or 3%, compared to EUR 9 818 million in 2014. IP Networks and Applications net sales in 2015 were EUR 1 328 million, approximately flat compared to EUR 1 326 million in 2014. Foreign exchange fluctuations had a positive impact on net sales in 2015 compared to 2014.

The following table sets forth distribution of net sales by geographical area for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Year-on-year
change %
Asia-Pacific 3 231 3 283 (2)
Europe 2 805 2 910 (4)
Greater China 1 710 1 374 24
Latin America 970 1 021 (5)
Middle East & Africa 1 177 1 052 12
North America 1 594 1 504 6
Total 11 487 11 144 3

Nokia's Networks business net sales in Greater China increased 24% in 2015 compared to 2014 driven by higher net sales in both Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications.

In Middle East & Africa, net sales increased 12% in 2015 compared to 2014. The overall increase in Middle East & Africa was primarily attributable to growth in several countries in the Middle East.

In North America, net sales increased 6% in 2015 compared to 2014, driven by higher net sales in Ultra Broadband Networks, partially offset by lower net sales in IP Networks and Applications, as well as the absence of non-recurring IPR net sales which benefited 2014.

In Europe, net sales decreased 4% in 2015 compared to 2014. The overall decrease in Europe was primarily attributable to lower net sales in Germany and Russia, partially offset by growth in the United Kingdom.

In Asia-Pacific, net sales decreased 2% in 2015 compared to 2014. The overall decrease in Asia-Pacific was primarily attributable to lower net sales in Japan and South Korea, partially offset by growth in India and Myanmar.

In Latin America, net sales decreased 5% in 2015 compared to 2014. The overall decrease in Latin America was primarily attributable to lower net sales in Brazil, partially offset by growth in Argentina.

Results of segments continued

Gross margin

Nokia's Networks business gross margin in 2015 was 39.0%, compared to 39.4% in 2014. The slight decrease in Nokia's Networks business gross margin in 2015 was primarily attributable to a lower gross margin in IP Networks and Applications and to a lesser extent to a lower gross margin in Ultra Broadband Networks.

Operating expenses

Nokia'sNetworks business R&Dexpenseswere EUR 1 738 million in 2015, an increase of EUR 122 million, or 8%, compared to EUR 1 616 million in 2014. The increase was primarily attributable to higher personnel expenses and increased investments in LTE, 5G, small cells and Cloud core, partially offset by continued operational improvements.

Nokia's Networks business selling, general and administrative expenses were EUR 1 420 million in 2015, an increase of EUR 124 million, or 10%, compared to EUR 1 296 million in 2014. In 2015,the increase was primarily attributable to higher personnel expenses, partially offset by a continued focus on cost efficiency.

Nokia's Networks business other income and expenses was an income of EUR 26 million in 2015 compared to an expense of EUR 38 million in 2014, a change of EUR 64 million. The change was primarily

attributable to the lower costs related to the sale of receivables, lower netindirecttax expenses and the release of certain doubtful account allowances.

Operating profit

Nokia's Networks business operating profit was EUR 1 349 million in 2015, a decrease of EUR 90 million compared to EUR 1 439 million in 2014. Nokia's Networks business operating margin in 2015 was 11.7% compared to 12.9% in 2014. The decrease in operating profit was primarily attributable to lower operating profitin Ultra Broadband Networks and to a lesser extent to IP Networks and Applications.

Ultra Broadband Networks operating profit decreased from EUR 1 251 million in 2014 to EUR 1 211 million in 2015. The decrease in Ultra Broadband Networks operating profitin 2015 was primarily attributable to higher operating expenses, partially offset by higher gross profit.

IP Networks operating profit was EUR 138 million in 2015 compared to EUR 188 million in 2014. The decrease in IP Networks and Applications operating profit was primarily attributable to higher operating expenses and to a lesser extent to lower gross margin.

Nokia Technologies

For the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
% of net sales 2015
EURm
% of net sales Year-on-year
change %
Net sales 1 053 100.0 1 027 100.0 3
Cost of sales (42) (4.0) (7) (0.7)
Gross profit 1 011 96.0 1 020 99.3 (1)
Research and development expenses (250) (23.7) (220) (21.4) 14
Selling, general and administrative expenses (183) (17.4) (109) (10.6) 68
Other income and expenses 1 0.1 7 0.7 (86)
Operating profit 579 55.0 698 68.0 (17)

Net sales

Nokia Technologies net sales in 2016 were EUR 1 053 million, an increase of EUR 26 million, or 3%, compared to EUR 1 027 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia Technologies net sales was primarily attributable to higher IPR licensing income and the inclusion of Withings' net sales from June 2016 onwards, resulting from the acquisition of Withings, partially offset by the absence of non-recurring adjustments to accrued net sales from existing and new agreements, and lower licensing income from certain existing licensees.

Gross margin

Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2016 was 96.0%, compared to 99.3% in 2015. The decrease in Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2016 was primarily attributable to new, lower gross margin business in digital health from Withings, and to a lesser extent, digital media.

Operating expenses

Nokia Technologies R&D expenses in 2016 were EUR 250 million, an increase of EUR 30 million, or 14%, compared to EUR 220 million in 2015. The increase in R&D expenses in Nokia Technologies was primarily attributable to the inclusion of Bell Labs' patent portfolio costs, resulting from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and higher investments in the areas of digital media and digital health.

The higher R&D expenses in Digital Health were primarily attributable to the inclusion of Withings' R&D expenses from June 2016. This was partially offset by the focusing of general research investments towards more specific opportunities.

Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses in 2016 were EUR 183 million, an increase of EUR 74 million, or 68%, compared to EUR 109 million in 2015. The increase in Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to the ramp-up of Digital Health and Digital Media, higher business support costs and increased licensing activity. The higher selling, general and administrative expenses in Digital Health were primarily attributable to the inclusion of Withings' selling, general and administrative expenses from June 2016.

Nokia Technologies other income and expense in 2016 was a net income of EUR 1 million, a decrease of EUR 6 million compared to a net income of EUR 7 million in 2015.

Operating profit

Nokia Technologies operating profitin 2016 was EUR 579 million, a decrease of EUR 119 million, or 17%, compared to an operating profit of EUR 698 million in 2015. The decrease in Nokia Technologies operating profit was primarily attributable to higher selling, general and administrative and R&D expenses. Nokia Technologies operating margin in 2016 was 55.0% compared to 68.0% in 2015.

For the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014

The following table sets forth selective line items and the percentage of net sales for the years indicated.

2014 Year-on-year
change %
63
(0.7) (8) (1.3) (13)
63
29
70
68.0 389 61.6 79
100.0
99.3
(21.4)
(10.6)
0.7
% of net sales
EURm
632
624
(170)
(64)
(1)
% of net sales
100.0
98.7
(26.9)
(10.1)
(0.2)

Net sales

Nokia Technologies net sales in 2015 were EUR 1 027 million, an increase of EUR 395 million, or 63%, compared to EUR 632 million in 2014. The increase in Nokia Technologies net sales was primarily attributable to two factors. Firstly, approximately EUR 310 million of Nokia Technologies net sales in 2015 related to non-recurring net sales from existing and new agreements, and revenue share related to previously divested IPR and IPR divestments. Secondly, approximately EUR 130 million of Nokia Technologies net sales in 2015 related to higher IPR licensing income from existing and new licensees, related to settled and ongoing arbitrations, as well as Microsoft becoming a more significantintellectual property licensee following the Sale ofthe D&S Business. The increase in net sales was partially offset by lower licensing income from certain existing licensees that experienced decreases in handset sales.

Gross margin

Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2015 was 99.3%, compared to 98.7% in 2014. The increase in Nokia Technologies gross margin in 2015 was primarily attributable to higher net sales.

Operating expenses

Nokia Technologies R&D expenses in 2015 were EUR 220 million, an increase of EUR 50 million, or 29%, compared to EUR 170 million in 2014. The increase in R&D expenses was primarily attributable to higher investments in Digital Media and technology incubation, higher patent portfolio costs, and higher investments in digital health.

Nokia Technologies selling, general and administrative expenses in 2015 were EUR 109 million, an increase of EUR 45 million, or 70%, compared to EUR 64 million in 2014. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to the ramp-up of new businesses, increased licensing activities, and higher business support costs.

Nokia Technologies other income and expense in 2015 was a net income of EUR 7 million, a change of EUR 8 million compared to a net expense of EUR 1 million in 2014.

Operating profit

Nokia Technologies operating profitin 2015 was EUR 698 million, an increase of EUR 309 million, or 79%, compared to an operating profit of EUR 389 million in 2014. The increase in operating profit was attributable to higher gross profit, partially offset by higher operating expenses. Nokia Technologies operating margin in 2015 was 68.0% compared to 61.6% in 2014.

Group Common and Other

For the year ended December 31, 2016 compared to the year ended December 31, 2015

The following table sets forth selective line items for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Net sales 1 145
Cost of sales (953)
Gross profit 192
Research and development expenses (282) (84)
Selling, general and administrative
expenses (231) (97)
Other income and expenses (21) 92
Operating loss (342) (89)

Net sales

Group Common and Other net sales in 2016 were EUR 1 145 million, an increase of EUR 1 145 million, compared to approximately zero in 2015. The increase in Group Common and Other net sales was primarily due to ASN and RFS net sales, both of which related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Gross margin

Group Common and Other gross margin in 2016 was 16.8%. The Group Common and Other gross margin was attributable to gross margin in ASN and RFS, both of which related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Operating expenses

Group Common and Other R&Dexpenses in 2016were EUR 282 million, an increase of EUR 198 million, compared to EUR 84 million in 2015. Group Common and Other R&D expenses increased, primarily attributable to Nokia Bell Labs, related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Group Common and Other selling, general and administrative expenses in 2016 were EUR 231 million, an increase of EUR 134 million compared to EUR 97 million in 2015. The increase in Group Common and Other selling, general and administrative expenses was primarily attributable to higher central function costs, related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Group Common and Other other income and expense in 2016 was a net expense of EUR 21 million, a change of EUR 113 million compared to a netincome of EUR 92 million in 2015. The change was primarily attributable to the absence of realized gains related to certain investments made through venture funds and the non-cash impairment of certain financial assets.

Operating loss

Group Common and Other operating loss in 2016 was EUR 342 million, an increase of EUR 253 million, compared to an operating loss of EUR 89 million in 2015. The increase in Group Common and Other operating loss was primarily attributable to higher R&D and selling, general and administrative expenses and a net negative fluctuation in other income and expenses, partially offset by higher gross profit.

For the year ended December 31, 2015 compared to the year ended December 31, 2014

The following table sets forth selective line items for the years indicated.

For the year ended December 31 2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Net sales 1
Cost of sales (27)
Gross profit (26)
Research and development expenses (84) (73)
Selling, general and administrative
expenses (97) (132)
Other income and expenses 92 5
Operating loss (89) (226)

Group Common and Other operating loss in 2015 was EUR 89 million, a decrease of EUR 137 million, or 61%, compared to an operating loss of EUR 226 million in 2014. The decrease in Group Common and Other operating loss was primarily attributable to change in other income and expense and to a lesser extent to decrease in selling, general and administrative expenses, partially offset by an increase in R&D expenses. Other income and expense in 2015 included net income of approximately EUR 100 million related to investments made through unlisted venture funds, a significant portion of which resulted from Nokia Growth Partners selling its holdings in Ganji.com to 58.com for a combination of cash and shares.

Liquidity and capital resources

Financial position

As of December 31, 2016, our total cash and other liquid assets (defined as cash and cash equivalents; current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets; and investments atfair value through profit and loss, liquid assets) equaled EUR 9 326 million, a decrease of EUR 523 million, compared to EUR 9 849 million as of December 31, 2015. The decrease was attributable to EUR 1 454 million negative cash flow from operating activities, and shareholder distributions including payment of dividends of EUR 1 515 million and repurchases of shares of EUR 216 million. Total cash and other liquid assets also decreased by EUR 3 360 million comprising EUR 2 168 million cash used for repayment of long-term borrowings and EUR 1 192 million cash used for purchase of Alcatel Lucent shares and convertible bonds. Ourtotal cash and other liquid assets also decreased due to capital expenditures of EUR 477 million and cash flows related to acquisitions of EUR 342 million, excluding the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. This decrease was partially offset by an increase of EUR 6 558 million related to the acquired cash and other liquid assets of Alcatel Lucent and other net cash inflows relating to investing and financing activities. As of December 31, 2014, our total cash and other liquid assets equaled EUR 7 715 million.

As of December 31, 2016, our net cash and other liquid assets (defined as total cash and other liquid assets less long-term interest-bearing liabilities and short-term borrowings) equaled EUR 5 299 million, a decrease of EUR 2 476 million, compared to EUR 7 775 million as of December 31, 2015. The decrease was primarily attributable to EUR 1 454 million negative cash flow from operating activities, shareholder distributions including payment of dividends of EUR 1 515 million and repurchases of shares of EUR 216 million and EUR 729 million net cash impact arising from the purchase of Alcatel Lucent shares and convertible bonds. The acquisition of Alcatel Lucentincreased net cash by EUR 1 970 million comprised of EUR 6 558 million in acquired cash and other liquid assets and EUR 4 588 million related to long-term interest-bearing liabilities and short-term borrowings. As of December 31, 2014, our net cash and other liquid assets equaled EUR 5 023 million.

As of December 31, 2016, our cash and cash equivalents equaled EUR 7 497 million, an increase of EUR 502 million compared to EUR 6 995 million as of December 31, 2015. As of December 31, 2014, our cash and cash equivalents equaled EUR 5 170 million.

Cash flow

2016

Our cashoutflowfromoperatingactivities in2016ofEUR1454million decreased by EUR 1 957 million compared to a cash inflowof EUR 503 million in 2015. The decreasewas primarily attributable to a EUR 2 207 million increase in networking capital in 2016 compared to a EUR 1 377 million increase in 2015 and a decrease in net profit, adjusted for non-cash items of EUR 727 million. The primary driverforthe increase in networking capitalrelated to a decrease in liabilities of EUR 2 758 million in 2016 compared to a decrease of EUR 990 million in 2015, partially offset by a decrease in inventories of EUR 533 million in 2016 compared to a decrease of EUR 341 million in 2015. The decrease in liabilities mainly related to restructuring cash outflows,reductions in liabilities related to our actions to harmonize working capital processes and practices, termination of Alcatel Lucent's license agreement with Qualcomm, the payment of incentives related to Alcatel Lucent's and Nokia's strong business performance in 2015 and the impact of foreign exchange fluctuations.

The decrease in cash flowfrom operating activitieswas also attributable to a EUR 400 million increase in cash outflows related to netinterest and income taxes paid in 2016 and 2015 of EUR 727 million and EUR 327 million,respectively. Interest paid includes cash outflows from the premium paid for the redemption of Alcatel Lucent bonds and notes related to our capital structure optimization program. Income taxes paid include a non-recurring tax payment due to the integration of the former Alcatel Lucent and formerNokia operating models into one combined operating model.

In 2016, our cash inflowfrom investing activities equaled EUR 6 836 million,representing an increase of EUR 4 940 million compared to EUR 1 896 million cash inflowfrom investing activities in 2015. The increase in cash inflowfrom investing activitieswas primarily driven by cash and cash equivalents acquired as part of the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and an increase in proceeds from maturities and sale of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets partially offset by purchase of current available-for-sale investments and liquid assets.

In 2016, our capital expenditure equaled EUR 477 million, an increase of EUR 163 million, as compared to EUR 314 million in 2015.Majoritems of capital expenditure in 2016 included investments in R&D equipment, test equipment, hardware for Telco and Cloud environment, plants, buildings and construction for transformation projects, repair or improvements of sites aswell as intangible rights.

In 2016, our cash outflowfrom financing activities of EUR 4 923 million increased by EUR 4 343 million in comparison to our cash outflowof EUR 580 million in 2015. The increase in cash outflowswas primarily driven by the repayment oflong-term borrowings of EUR 2 599 million mainly including the redemption of Alcatel Lucent bonds and notes related to our capital structure optimization program, paid dividends of EUR 1 515 million primarily related to the payment ofthe ordinary and special dividends, purchase of equity instruments of subsidiaries of EUR 724 million related to the purchase of Alcatel Lucent shares and the equity component of the purchased Alcatel Lucent convertible bonds and EUR 216 million cash outflowrelated to the commencement ofNokia's share repurchasing program.

Liquidity and capital resources continued

2015

Our cash inflow from operating activities in 2015 of EUR 503 million decreased by EUR 772 million compared to the cash inflow of EUR 1 275 million in 2014. The decrease was primarily attributable to EUR 1 377 million cash being tied up in net working capital in 2015 compared to EUR 988 million cash release in 2014, partially offset by an increase in net profit, adjusted for non-cash items of EUR 993 million. The primary drivers ofthe increase in net working capital were higher accounts receivables, mainly relating to the Samsung patent license receivables and lower accounts payable.

In 2015, our cash inflow of operating activities also included cash outflows of EUR 327 million related to netinterests and taxes paid, a decrease of EUR 600 million compared to EUR 927 million cash outflows in 2014. The decrease was primarily attributable to lower net income taxes paid. Paid taxes in 2014 included approximately EUR 300 million cash outflows relating to Discontinued operations.

In 2015, our cash flow from investing activities equaled EUR 1 896 million, an increase of EUR 1 010 million compared to EUR 886 million cash received from investing activities in 2014. Cash inflow from investing activities was primarily driven by gross proceeds attributable to the Sale ofthe HERE Business of approximately EUR 2 540 million, and the increase in proceeds from maturities and sale of current available-for-sale investments and liquid assets. The increase was partially offset by an increase in purchases of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets, purchases of investments atfair value through profit and loss, liquid assets and cash outflows related to capital expenditure of EUR 314 million and acquisitions of EUR 98 million.

In 2015, our capital expenditure equaled EUR 314 million, an increase of EUR 3 million compared to EUR 311 million in 2014. Major items of capital expenditure in 2015 included investments in production lines, test equipment and computer hardware used primarily in R&D, office and manufacturing facilities as well as services and software-related intangible assets.

In 2015, our cash outflow from financing activities equaled EUR 580 million, a decrease of EUR 3 996 million compared to EUR 4 576 million cash outflow in 2014. Cash outflows from financing activities were primarily attributable to the payment of EUR 0.14 per share in dividends equaling EUR 507 million and EUR 173 million in cash outflows relating to share repurchases. Cash outflows from financing activities also included payments to non-controlling interest holders to acquire subsidiary shares and pay dividends equaling EUR 57 million.

Financial assets and debt

As of December 31, 2016, our net cash and other liquid assets equaled EUR 5 299 million and consisted of EUR 9 326 million in total cash and other liquid assets and EUR 4 027 million of long-term interest-bearing liabilities and short-term borrowings.

We hold our cash and other liquid assets predominantly in euro. Our liquid assets are mainly invested in high-quality money-market and fixed income instruments with strict maturity limits. We also have a EUR 1 579 million undrawn revolving creditfacility available for liquidity purposes.

Our interest-bearing liabilities consisted of a EUR 500 million bond due in 2019, a USD1 000 million bond due in 2019, a USD300 million bond due in 2028, a USD 1 360 million bond due in 2029, a USD 500 million bond due in 2039 and EUR 464 million of other liabilities. The bonds maturing in 2019 and 2039 are issued by Nokia Corporation, while the bonds maturing in 2028 and 2029 are issued by Lucent Technologies Inc., (the predecessor to Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc., Nokia's wholly-owned subsidiary). Referto Note 23, Interest-bearing liabilities, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report for further information regarding our interest-bearing liabilities.

In June 2016, we exercised our options to increase the size of our EUR 1 500 million revolving creditfacility to EUR 1 579 million and to extend the maturity date from June 2018 to June 2019. The facility has a one-year extension option remaining, no financial covenants and itremains undrawn.

In January 2016, Alcatel Lucent SA repaid its EUR 190 million 8.50% senior notes. In February, 2016, Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. redeemed its USD 650 million 4.625% notes due in July 2017, USD 500 million 8.875% notes due in January 2020 and USD 700 million 6.750% notes due in November 2020 in accordance with their respective terms and conditions. In February 2016, Alcatel Lucent SA terminated its EUR 504 million revolving creditfacility. In March 2016, ASNs' EUR 74 million creditfacility was repaid.

As part ofthe public exchange offerto acquire Alcatel Lucent 2018 OCEANE, 2019 OCEANE and 2020 OCEANE convertible bonds with nominal amounts of EUR 381 million, EUR 238 million and EUR 293 million respectively, were tendered for exchange into Nokia shares. As a result, less than 15% ofthe 2018 OCEANE convertible bonds remained outstanding, and the Group caused Alcatel Lucent SA to redeem at par value plus accrued interest all of the outstanding 2018 OCEANE convertible bonds pursuant to the terms and conditions of the bonds. Subsequently during 2016 the remaining outstanding 2019 OCEANE and 2020 OCEANE convertible bonds with nominal amounts of EUR 402 million and EUR 136 million respectively, were either put back, acquired in privately negotiated transactions, or acquired through the public buy-out offer followed by a squeeze-out for an aggregate cash payment of EUR 562 million. Referto Note 31, Notes to the consolidated statement of cash flows and Note 23, Interest-bearing liabilities, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report for further information regarding these transactions.

We believe, with EUR 9 326 million of cash and other liquid assets as well as a EUR 1 579 million revolving creditfacility,that we have sufficientfunds available to satisfy our future working capital needs, capital expenditures, R&D investments, acquisitions and debt service requirements at least through 2017. We further believe, with our current credit ratings of BB+ by Standard & Poor's and Ba1 by Moody's, that we have access to the capital markets should any funding needs arise in 2017.

We aim to re-establish our investment grade credit rating.

Capital structure optimization program

In 2015, we announced a two-year, EUR 7 billion program to optimize the efficiency of our capital structure (our "capital structure optimization program"). The capital structure optimization program was initially subject to the closing of the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and the Sale of the HERE Business, as well as the conversion of all Nokia and Alcatel Lucent OCEANE convertible bonds. The Sale of the HERE business closed in December 2015. The result of the successful offer for Alcatel Lucent securities was announced on January 5, 2016 and 100% ownership was reached on November 2, 2016. However, not all convertible bonds were converted.

As of December 31, 2016, we have completed the following shareholder distributions as part of our capital structure optimization program:

  • ordinary dividend for 2015 of EUR 0.16 per share,totaling EUR 924 million, paid in July 2016;
  • special dividend of EUR 0.10 per share,totaling EUR 577 million, paid in July 2016;
  • on October 27, 2016,the originally intended EUR 1.5 billion share repurchase program was adjusted to EUR 1.0 billion, after we had used approximately EUR 560 million in cash during 2016 to acquire Alcatel Lucent securities in orderto reach the 95% squeeze-out threshold. We consider these acquisitions as indirect share repurchases, and thus, part ofthe initially planned EUR 1.5 billion share repurchase program;
  • on November 16, 2016, we commenced our share repurchase program up to an equivalent amount of EUR 1.0 billion or a maximum of 575 million shares. Thereafter, in 2016, EUR 216 million was used for share repurchases underthe program; and
  • between January 1, 2017 and March 10, 2017, EUR 159 million was used for share repurchases underthe program.

Our capital structure optimization program further included a part to de-leverage by approximately EUR 3 billion. In 2016, we took the following actions to reach ourtarget:

  • Alcatel Lucent SA repaid its EUR 190 million 8.50% senior notes and terminated its EUR 504 million revolving creditfacility;
  • Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc., a subsidiary of Alcatel Lucent SA, redeemed its USD 650 million 4.625% notes due in July 2017, USD 500 million 8.875% notes due in January 2020 and USD 700 million 6.750% notes due in November 2020 in accordance with their respective terms and conditions; and
  • approximately EUR 1.0 billion reduction in the sale of receivables (debt-like items).

We intend to execute the following shareholder distributions during 2017 to complete the capital structure optimization program:

  • ordinary dividend for 2016 of EUR 0.17 per share, subjectto shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting on May 23, 2017; and
  • continue the share repurchase program until we have reached the threshold of EUR 1.0 billion, or acquired the maximum allowed 575 million shares.

Referto "—Dividend" below forthe Board's dividend proposalfor 2016.

Structured finance

Structured finance includes customer financing and otherthird-party financing. Network operators occasionally require their suppliers, including us,to arrange, facilitate or provide long-term financing as a condition for obtaining infrastructure projects.

As of December 31, 2016, ourtotal customer financing, outstanding and committed, equaled EUR 352 million, an increase of EUR 139 million as compared to EUR 213 million in 2015. As of December 31, 2014, ourtotal customer financing, outstanding and committed, equaled EUR 156 million. Customer financing primarily consisted of financing commitments to network operators.

Referto Note 36, Risk management, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual reportfor further information relating to our committed and outstanding customer financing.

We expect our customer financing commitments to be financed mainly from cash and other liquid assets and through cash flow from operations.

As of December 31, 2016, guarantees of our performance consisted of bank guarantees given on behalf of Nokia to its customers for EUR 1 805 million (EUR 400 million as of December 31, 2015). In addition, Nokia Corporation issued corporate guarantees directly to Nokia customers with primary obligation for EUR 88 million (EUR 74 million as of December 31, 2015) and such corporate guarantees issued by certain Alcatel Lucent entities for EUR 1 520 million. These instruments entitle the customerto claim payments as compensation for non-performance by Nokia of its obligations under network infrastructure supply agreements. Depending on the nature of the instrument, compensation is either payable on demand, or is subjectto verification of non-performance. Due to certain differences in the business and a less centralized guarantee process, bank guarantees as well as corporate guarantees with primary obligation were used to a larger extent by Alcatel Lucent.

Financial guarantees and securities pledged that we may give on behalf of customers, represent guarantees relating to payment by certain Nokia customers and otherthird parties under specified loan facilities between such customers or other third parties and their creditors. Our obligations under such guarantees are released upon the earlier of expiration of the guarantee or early payment by the customer or other third party.

Refer to Note 30, Commitments and contingencies, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual reportfor further information regarding commitments and contingencies.

Venture fund investments and commitments

We make financing commitments to a number of unlisted venture funds that make technology-related investments. The majority of the investments are managed by Nokia Growth Partners which specializes in growth-stage investing, seeking companies that are changing the face of mobility and connectivity.

As of December 31, 2016, our unlisted venture fund investments equaled EUR 819 million, as compared to EUR 953 million as of December 31, 2015. Referto Note 24, Fair value of financial instruments, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual reportfor further information regarding fair value of our unlisted venture fund investments.

As of December 31, 2016, our venture fund commitments equaled EUR 525 million, as compared to EUR 230 million as of December 31, 2015. As a limited partner in venture funds, we are committed to capital contributions and entitled to cash distributions according to the respective partnership agreements and underlying fund activities. Refer to Note 30, Commitments and contingencies, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report for further information regarding commitments and contingencies.

Treasury policy

Treasury activities are governed by the Nokia Treasury Policy approved by the President and CEO and supplemented by operating procedures approved by the CFO, covering specific areas such as foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, credit and liquidity risk. The objective of treasury's liquidity and capital structure management activities is to ensure thatthe Group has sufficientliquidity to go through unfavorable periods without being severely constrained by the availability of funds to execute its business plans and implement its long-term business strategy. We are risk-averse in our treasury activities.

Material subsequent events

After December 31, 2016, the following material events have taken place.

  • In January 2017, as part of continuing changes to our operating model, we transferred certain intellectual property between our operations in Finland and the United States, which is expected to resultin an approximately EUR 250 million negative non-recurring impact on tax expense in the first quarter of 2017, but no material cash tax outflow.
  • On January 31, 2017, we acquired 100% ownership interestin Deepfield Networks Inc., a United States-based leader in real-time analytics for IP network performance management and security.
  • On February 8, 2017, we entered into a transaction agreement with Comptel Corporation ("Comptel"), a Finnish publicly listed company, whereby we undertake to make a voluntary public cash tender offer to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares and option rights in Comptel that are not owned by Comptel or any of its subsidiaries. The price offered for each share validly tendered in the tender offer will be EUR 3.04 in cash. The tender offer values Comptel at approximately EUR 347 million, on a fully diluted basis.
  • On February 22, 2017, we announced that we had commenced a tender offerto purchase the outstanding EUR 500 million 6.75% notes due February 4, 2019 issued by Nokia Corporation (the "2019 Euro Notes") and the outstanding USD 300 million 6.50% notes due January 15, 2028 (the "2028 Dollar Notes") and USD 1 360 million 6.45% notes due March 15, 2029 (the "2029 Dollar Notes") issued by Lucent Technologies Inc., (the predecessor to Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc., Nokia's wholly-owned subsidiary) up to a maximum cash consideration of USD 1 000 million (the "Tender Offer"). The purpose ofthe Tender Offer is to manage our overall indebtedness. Following the settlement of the Tender Offer, we expect to cancel any euro-denominated notes purchased pursuant to the Tender Offer and to hold any U.S. dollar-denominated notes. On March 21, 2017, the Tender Offer expired. We received tenders for 53.76% (EUR 268.8 million) ofthe 2019 Euro Notes, 28.66% (USD 86.0 million) ofthe 2028 Dollar Notes and 29.48% (USD400.9 million) ofthe 2029 Dollar Notes. We expectto settle the Tender Offer on March 23, 2017.
  • On March 15, 2017, we issued EUR 500 million 1.00% Senior Notes due 2021 and EUR 750 million 2.00% Senior Notes due 2024 under our 5 000 000 000 Euro Medium-Term Note Programme. The proceeds ofthe new notes are intended to fund the Tender Offer, and for general corporate purposes.

On March 17, 2017, we announced changes in our organizational structure and Group Leadership Team, effective from April 1, 2017.

The organizational changes include the separation of our current Mobile Networks business group into two distinct, but closely linked, organizations: (1) Mobile Networks, focused on products and solutions and (2) Global Services, focused on services. In addition, our Chief Innovation and Operating Officer ("CIOO") organization will be split, with its current operating activities moved to a newly-appointed Chief Operating Officer ("COO") organization, innovation activities to our Chief Technology Officer and incubation to our Chief Strategy Officer.

The leadership changes include the following:

  • Marc Rouanne, currently Chief Innovation and Operating Officer, will become President ofthe Mobile Networks business group.
  • Igor Leprince, currently Executive Vice President of Global Services, will join the Group Leadership Team and assume the role of President of Global Services, a new business group comprised of the Services organization that currently resides within the existing Mobile Networks business group.
  • Monika Maurer, currently Chief Operating Officer of Fixed Networks, will join the Group Leadership Team and assume the role of Group COO, responsible for Nokia's operating model, Global Operations (manufacturing and supply chain), procurement, implementation of cost saving and ongoing transformation activities, information technology, real estate, and quality.
  • Marcus Weldon, currently President of Nokia Bell Labs and Chief Technology Officer, will join the Group Leadership Team and retain current responsibilities.
  • Kathrin Buvac, Chief Strategy Officer, will assume additional responsibilities for incubation of select new business opportunities, and Barry French, Chief Marketing Officer, will assume additional responsibilities for Health, Safety, Security and Environment.
  • Samih Elhage will continue in his current role and as a member of the Group Leaderhip Team until April 1, 2017, and will remain as an advisor to the company through May 31, 2017.

We will continue to report financial information for Ultra Broadband Networks, IP Networks and Applications and Nokia Technologies. Ultra Broadband Networks will be composed ofthe Mobile Networks, Global Services and Fixed Networks business groups. IP Networks and Applications is composed ofthe IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics business groups.

Sustainability and corporate responsibility

We are shaping the future of technology to transform the human experience and improve people's lives and we aim to achieve that by conducting our business in a responsible manner. We align with globally recognized ethical and responsible business practices and frameworks, putting in place the processes, policies and programs to achieve our aim.

Managing sustainability

Our Sustainability vision and priorities

Our sustainability vision remained unchanged in 2016—to design technologies that enable the human possibilities of the connected world while making it more productive, healthy and sustainable. We drive this through the following renewed priorities: improving people's lives with technology, protecting the environment, conducting our business with integrity and respecting our people.

Sustainability and corporate responsibility issues are reviewed regularly at all levels within Nokia, including by the Nokia Board of Directors (the "Board"). Our sustainability strategy and governance were realigned to our renewed strategy and business focus and new governance was implemented in 2016.

Sustainability performance and materiality assessment

In 2016, we reviewed and updated our materiality analysis whereby we systematically analyzed stakeholder requirements, our influence on sustainable development throughout the value chain, industry cooperation and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. In total, we evaluated more than 40 sustainability issues that affect our short, medium, and long-term corporate strategy. Each issue was carefully defined and weighed against its impact on our commercial success and sustainable development.

The results of the materiality assessment helped us identify key issues and to focus our efforts on the benefits of connectivity and sustainable products, environmental impact and climate change challenges, ethical business practices and the increasing need for data privacy and freedom of expression, supply chain responsibility, health & safety and employee engagement as well as diversity. Please refer to our forthcoming 2016 Sustainability Report at www.nokia.com/ people&planet for further details of the materiality assessment.

In 2016, we published 25 targets reflecting our commitment to sustainable development. Our sustainability strategy and reporting framework conform to key regulatory, investor and customer requirements and globally recognized sustainability frameworks. Our Sustainability Report is prepared in accordance with the GRI sustainability reporting guidelines. In 2016, we incorporated information on our sustainability activities based on the 21 UN Global Compact advanced level assessment criteria.

EcoVadis is one of the evaluation platforms through which we provide annual sustainability information for evaluation which is then shared with customers as required. In 2016, we were judged "Outstanding",the highest level in the gold category with a score of 85/100. We were in the top 1% of suppliers assessed, achieving excellent scores in environment, labor practices, and supply chain management. In 2016, we retained our listing in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index with a score of 83/100 and were ranked leader of the CMT communication equipment sector.

Other recognition included being ranked a leader in the CDP (formerly Carbon Disclosure Project) for our work on and disclosure of climate change data and being listed in the World and Europe 120 indices of Euronext Vigeo. We reconfirmed our position in the Ethibel Sustainability Indices and were awarded best-in-class in human rights and climate change reporting in the Sustainability Reporting Competition in Finland.

We have provided detailed reports on our progress and performance in sustainability and corporate responsibility matters annually, and online for over a decade. For further information, refer to our People and Planet report at http://www.nokia.com/en_int/ about-us/sustainability.

Improving people's lives through connectivity

The development of technologies such as 5G and IoT is expected to enable more people and billions of things to be connected, helping to realize smartinnovations in cities and homes, access to digital health and greater public safety. We can have the greatest impact on sustainable development through our main business of delivering networks, technology solutions and services to operators, enterprises and organizations. Through our end-to-end portfolio, our technology can connect the unconnected, increase efficiency and productivity, and drive greater economic growth to improve the lives of people across the globe.

43%

The networks we modernized brought on average energy savings of 43% for our customers

1 900

Over 1 900 of our leaders were trained on gender balance topics in 2016

Our radio networks' customers serve around 5.5 billion subscriptions worldwide. In May 2016, we introduced our ultra-compact network solution, providing a lightweight standalone LTE network, which can re-establish connectivity within minutes where existing communications are down. With satellite, microwave or cable link, it can connect rescue teams to emergency services, hospitals and other teams in any location. This technology is also part of our Nokia Saving Lives innovation initiative, in which we combine the capabilities of the ultra-compact LTE network with drone video applications for search and rescue missions.

Our digital health strategy, reinforced through our acquisition of Withings, centers on empowering people (i.e. by making health monitoring more accessible). Building on Nokia's track record of innovation, we are now positioned to help people live healthier lives through a portfolio of smart health solutions that are reliable, easy to use and grounded in human-centered design—qualities Nokia customers have come to expect.

Through our corporate community investment programs we rolled out a new project in Myanmar in which technology plays a key role in improving early childhood care and development monitoring. We have, together with Save the Children, developed a web-based database and synchronized mobile application which is currently being deployed, intended to replace slow, non-real-time paper-based data collection used during care center monitoring visits.

During a visit, the application enables saving of data on your mobile phone when offline and uploading it when online again. This is particularly important in parts of Myanmar, and elsewhere, where there is limited network coverage today.

Protecting the environment

We believe we can directly support the fight against climate change by reducing the energy usage of the products we deliver to our customers. We aim to minimize our own operations' footprint while also creating and delivering solutions that help our customers and other industries minimize theirs. For example, we offer an Asset Recovery Service as part of productlifecycle management. In 2016, we sent around 2 450 metric tons of old telecommunications equipmentfor materials recovery and we refurbished approximately 85 800 units.

Our environmental management system helps us monitor our progress and identify ways to improve further. We manage our own footprintthrough continued certification to ISO 14001 environmental management standard and our performance is audited regularly by external auditors.

In 2016, we continued working towards improving our energy efficiency and controlling waste across our business. Our total energy consumption across our facilities decreased by approximately 9%, as compared to 2015, which, consequently, reflected a decrease of approximately 16% in our greenhouse gas emissions, including our renewable energy usage. We further reduced the carbon intensity (CO2 e/km) of our car fleet by 8%, as compared to 2015. Overall, the undertaken actions in our operations in 2016 reduced our total Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 10%, including emissions from our own marine fleet. (In this paragraph, we compare our 2016 results to our 2015 results which represent the combined amounts of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent in 2015.)

Our actions were further supported by customer deployment of AirScale base stations which feature new software that reduces radio module and system module energy consumption and even use zero energy in the absence of network traffic. In 2016, we modernized 27% more base stations than in 2015, achieving average energy savings of 43% for our customers compared to non-modernized networks. This reduces the environmental impact of electricity consumption and is directly reflected as increased financial benefits for our customers. We also acquired Eta Devices that specialize in power amplifier efficiency to support our goal of improved energy efficiency.

Sustainability and corporate responsibility continued

Running our business with integrity

of Conduct.

Ethical business We conduct business based on defined high ethical standards and apply our Code of Conduct across our operations, which allows us to build and maintain personal integrity and protect our reputation. We emphasize the implementation and understanding of the Code of Conduct across our workforce, sales and supplier interactions. All our employees are expected to comply with our Code

Leadership involvement and oversight of ethics and compliance are provided by the Board via the Audit Committee, which convened eight times in 2016. Compliance management is further supported by both global and regional compliance committees.

Employees and external stakeholders are urged to report any ethical misconduct using our compliance hotline which allows for anonymous reporting. In 2016, our Ethics & Compliance office received 637 concerns, of which 228 were investigated by Ethics & Compliance Investigations as alleged violations of our Code of Conduct. We also implemented corrective actions including 17 dismissals and 40 written warnings following these and other investigations. We also track how our employees feel aboutraising concerns through a bi-monthly internal anonymous survey on whether our employees are comfortable raising concerns.

We also work hard to ensure the technology we provide is not used to infringe human rights, including the right to privacy, freedom of expression and assembly. We further work closely with our supply chain to encourage adherence to the same standards of ethical business to help ensure responsible sourcing and globally acceptable labor practices.

Human rights, freedom of expression and privacy

In 2016, in order to mitigate the risks of potential misuse of our products and increase transparency, we updated our Human Rights Policy and followed up with training to all relevant groups within Nokia. We run human rights due diligence processes as part of our global sales process, in orderto further mitigate potential risks and cases of misuse. We are a founding member of the Telecommunications Industry Dialogue Group ("ID") and, as of October 2016, Nokia chairs the group. Since February 2016, we have had official observer status with the Global Network Initiative ("GNI"), with an aim of becoming a full member in March 2017.

Responsible sourcing

We regularly run robust assessments with our supplier network to supportthem in meeting our ethical standards and improving performance where necessary. In 2016, we implemented 390 supply chain audits, which included 45 on-site audits on Corporate Responsibility topics; 39 were on-site audits against our supplier requirements and 306 suppliers were audited using the EcoVadis scorecards. Additionally, we run training workshops for suppliers operating in high-risk countries. In 2016, we organized online training on conflict-free sourcing and climate change, and we arranged face-to-face training workshops establishing improvement plans and actions for 238 suppliers.

We work closely with our supply chain to jointly create environmental improvement programs and better our upstream Scope 3 emissions reporting (overall Scope 3 means all indirect emissions that occur in our value chain, including upstream and downstream) through the CDP Supply Chain Program. In 2016, 243 of our key suppliers responded to the CDPs request to disclose their climate performance information and 127 also provided emission reduction targets.

The traceability of our materials and ensuring our products are conflict-free is a priority for us, which is also reflected in our updated Conflict Minerals Policy. In 2016, 84% of smelters identified as part of Nokia's supply chain have been validated as conflict-free or are active in the validation process. Referto our conflict minerals report available at http://www.nokia.com/en_int/ about-us/sustainability/downloads.

Respecting our people

In a year of integration, we emphasized a firm understanding of Nokia's vision, values and culture through training, town hall meetings and communication. We measure cultural cohesion through our Cultural Cohesion Tracker survey five times a year, and in 2016 understanding of Nokia's vision rose from 85% favorable to 88%. In addition, one building block of the Cultural Cohesion Tracker is "Understanding New Nokia Mindset", which contains questions focused on behaviors, values, ethics and emotional connection and received 83% favorability atthe end of 2016. We received over 70 000 responses covering a range of aspects of working for Nokia.

The Nokia Code of Conduct also underpins our own labor conditions, along with the human resources policies that underline our approach to fair employment.

We focus on ensuring that all our employees and contractors are aware of the risks related to their jobs and receive the necessary training and equipment to work safely—whether in the office or on site. We address job-related health and safety risks through training, analysis, assessments and consequence management. We have put in place a wide range of programs to improve our health and safety performance and encourage reporting of near misses and dangerous incidents by employees and contractors.

We realize that our employees must be positively engaged for our business to be successful. In 2016, our employee engagementindex showed a 76% favorability towards the company. We offertraining, development programs, comprehensive reward packages and flexible working as part of our effortto motivate and show that we value our employees and the work they do. In 2016, each employee spent an average of approximately 19 hours on training. Additionally, we arrange a one-hour dialog session every quarter between the line manager and each team member, which covers objective setting and review of results, individual development, employee well-being and engagement, coaching by the line manager, and mutual feedback.

The health, sports and activity programs we offer our employees contribute to cost savings in terms of reduced sick leave days.

Diversity, inclusion and anti-discrimination are key to our employee makeup. In 2016, approximately 14% of our senior management positions were held by women and over 1 900 leaders were trained on gender balance topics. In total, women accounted for 22% of Nokia's workforce in 2016. Nokia's employee-driven program, StrongHer, was selected by the ITU as an example of how to bridge the gender digital divide in corporations in 2016. The average age of our employees in 2016 was 40 years.

Making change happen together

To achieve our sustainability goals, we collaborate closely with suppliers, customers, non-governmental organizations ("NGOs"), authorities and industry peers, not only supporting them in achieving their sustainability goals but also driving the sustainability of our products and solutions.

Working with NGOs

As part of our ongoing work with NGOs, we have created a Group-wide corporate community investment approach with three key pillars—to connectthe unconnected, to empower women, and to save lives. Our contribution focuses on how technology can improve access to better health, education and information, and ultimately drives social, environmental and economic progress.

In addition to multi-year signature programs with Plan International, Save the Children and Oxfam, we have approved and planned new signature programs for launch in 2017 with e.g. UNICEF, Greenlightfor Girls and Junior Achievement. We also work with smaller charities whose programs use technology to improve lives. In 2016, through Nokia Corporate Community Investment and the Alcatel-Lucent Foundation, we contributed corporate-level resources totaling EUR 3 million, which supported 42 community organizations.

Cooperating with others in our industry and beyond

We are a member ofthe United Nations Global Compact, Global e-Sustainability Initiative, CDP supply chain program, ID, Climate Leadership Council, Digital Europe, Conflict-Free Sourcing Initiative and several standardization and university cooperation groups. We have further structured engagement with the World Economic Forum, the Broadband Commission and ITU Telecom World, amongst others. In 2016, we became a member ofthe GSMA Humanitarian Connectivity Charter. Working with ID, we also made a submission to the UN Special Rapporteur on freedom of opinion and expression to support his forthcoming study.

We also collaborate with the public sector to further the use of technology in enhancing sustainable development and improving the day-to-day lives of citizens. In 2016, we joined the Bristol Is Open initiative, becoming the first majortelecommunications vendorto participate in Bristol's unique living laboratory, underlining our commitment to smart city solutions. In support ofthe UN's Refugee agency, we provided a Nokia OZO VR camera and equipment to The Humanitarian Cooperative to enable the creation of a film to raise awareness of, and action on,the current refugee crisis.

Employees

In 2016, the average number of Nokia employees was 102 687 (56 690 in 2015 and 51 499 in 2014). The total amount of salaries and wages paid in 2016 was EUR 6 275 million (EUR 3 075 million in 2015 and EUR 2 797 million in 2014). Refer to Note 9, Personnel expenses, of our consolidated financial statements in this annual report.

The table below shows the average number of employees in 2016, divided according to business and geographical location:

Business Average number
of employees
Networks business 99 243
Nokia Technologies 790
Group Common Functions 2 654
Total 102 687
Region Average number
of employees
Finland 6 564
Other European countries 31 550
Middle East & Africa 4 024
China 18 929
Asia-Pacific 22 007
North America 15 560
Latin America 4 053
Total 102 687

Dividend

The Board proposes a dividend of EUR 0.17 per share for 2016.

The proposed dividend is in line with our distribution policy.

We distribute retained earnings, if any, within the limits set by the Finnish Companies Act (as defined below). We make and calculate the distribution, if any, in the form of cash dividends, share buy-backs, or in some other form or a combination of these. There is no specific formula by which the amount of a distribution is determined, although some limits set by law are discussed below. The timing and amount of future distributions of retained earnings, if any, will depend on our future results and financial conditions.

Underthe Finnish Companies Act, we may distribute retained earnings on our shares only upon a shareholders' resolution and subject to limited exceptions in the amount proposed by the Board. The amount of any distribution is limited to the amount of distributable earnings of the parent company pursuant to the last accounts approved by our shareholders,taking into accountthe material changes in the financial situation of the company afterthe end ofthe last financial period and a statutory requirement that the distribution of earnings must notresult in insolvency ofthe company. Subjectto exceptions relating to the right of minority shareholders to request a certain minimum distribution, the distribution may not exceed the amount proposed by the Board.

Nokia's outlook

Metric Guidance Commentary
Nokia Annual cost savings for
Nokia, excluding Nokia
Technologies
Approximately EUR 1.2 billion
of total annual cost savings to
be achieved in full year 2018(1)
Compared to the combined operating costs of Nokia and
Alcatel Lucentfor full year 2015, excluding Nokia Technologies
and unallocated items(2). Nokia expects approximately
EUR 800 million of the cost savings to come from operating
expenses and approximately EUR 400 million from cost of sales.
Restructuring and associated charges are expected to total
approximately EUR 1.7 billion. Restructuring and associated cash
outflows are expected to total approximately EUR 2.15 billion.
Network equipment swaps Approximately EUR 900 million
in total(1)
The charges related to network equipment swaps are being
recorded as unallocated items(2), and therefore do not affect
Nokia's operating profit excluding unallocated items.
Financial income and
expenses, excluding
unallocated items(2)
Expense of approximately
EUR 300 million in full
year 2017
Primarily includes net interest expenses related to
interest-bearing liabilities, interest costs related to the defined
benefit pension and other post-employment benefit plans,
as well as the impact of foreign exchange rate fluctuations on
certain balance sheet items.
Nokia expects cash outflows related to financial income and
expenses to be approximately EUR 200 million in full year 2017.
Tax rate, excluding
unallocated items(2)
Between 30% and 35% for
full year 2017
Nokia expects its tax rate, excluding unallocated items(2), for full
year 2017 to be around the midpoint of the guidance range.
Nokia expects cash outflows related to taxes to be approximately
EUR 600 million for full year 2017.
Capital expenditures Approximately EUR 500 million
in full year 2017
Primarily attributable to Nokia's Networks business.
Nokia's
Networks
business
Net sales Decline in line with the
primary addressable
market in full year 2017
Nokia's outlook for net sales and operating margin for Nokia's
Networks business in full year 2017 are expected to be
influenced by factors including:
■ A low single digit percentage decline in the primary
addressable marketfor Nokia's Networks business;
■ Competitive industry dynamics;
Operating margin 8-10% in full year 2017 ■ Product and regional mix;
■ The timing of major network deployments; and
■ Execution of cost savings and reinvestment plans, with
operating expenses down on a year-on-year basis.
The 2017 outlook for Nokia's Networks business was provided
on November 15, 2016 assuming constant foreign exchange rates.
Nokia
Technologies
Net sales Not provided Due to risks and uncertainties in determining the timing and
value of significantlicensing agreements, Nokia believes itis not
appropriate to provide an annual outlook for full year 2017. If no
new licensing agreements are signed, the annualized net sales
run rate for patent and brand licensing would be approximately
EUR 800 million in 2017, representing approximately 30% ofthe
global smartphone market, by value, under license.
Nokia expects total net sales from Digital Health and Digital
Media to grow year-on-year in full year 2017, primarily
influenced by increased consumer adoption of our Digital Health
and Digital Media products.

(1) Referto our financial reportfor Q4 and full year 2016, published on February 2, 2017 for further details related to the cost savings and network equipment swaps guidance.

(2) Unallocated costs include costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Risk factors

Set forth below is a description of risk factors that could affect our business. Shareholders and potential investors should carefully review the following risk factors, in addition to other information contained in this annual report. The risk factors described below should not be construed as exhaustive. There may be additional risks that are unknown to us and other risks currently believed to be immaterial that could turn out to be material.

These risks, either individually or collectively, could adversely affect our business, sales, profitability, results of operations, financial condition, competitiveness, costs, expenses, liquidity, market share, brand, reputation and share price. Unless otherwise indicated orthe context otherwise requires, references in these risk factors to "Nokia",the "Nokia Group", "Group", "we", "us" and "our" mean Nokia's consolidated operating segments. Certain risks or events may be more prevalent with respect to Nokia or a certain business group, business or part of the Group.

Additional risks and uncertainties not presently known to us, or that are currently believed to be immaterial, could impair our business or the value of an investment made in it. This annual report also contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties presented in "Forward-looking statements" below.

  • Our strategy is subject to various risks and uncertainties and we may be unable to successfully implement our strategic plans, sustain or improve the operational and financial performance of our business groups, correctly identify or successfully pursue business opportunities or otherwise grow our business.
  • We may be unable to realize the anticipated benefits, including synergies, cost savings or efficiencies, from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and we may encounter issues or inefficiencies related to our new organizational and operational structure, including not being able to successfully implement our business plans and to integrate Alcatel Lucent's business.
  • We may be materially and adversely affected by general economic and market conditions and other developments in the economies where we operate.
  • We face intense competition and may fail to effectively and profitably investin new competitive high-quality products, services, upgrades and technologies or bring them to marketin a timely manner.
  • We are dependent on the development of the industries in which we operate, including the information technology and communications industries and related services market, as well as the digital media and digital health markets. The information technology and communications industries and related services market are cyclical and are affected by many factors, including the general economic environment, purchase behavior, deployment, roll-out timing and spending by service providers, consumers and businesses. The digital media and digital health markets are rapidly evolving markets affected by numerous factors, including regulation and IPR.
  • We conduct our business globally, exposing us to political and regional risks, including unfavorable or unpredictable treatment in relation to tax matters, exchange controls, and other restrictions.

  • Our efforts aimed at managing and improving our financial or operational performance, cost savings, competitiveness and obtaining the targeted synergy benefits and cost savings, may notlead to targeted results, benefits, cost savings or improvements.

  • We are dependent on a limited number of customers and large multi-year agreements. The loss of a single customer, operator consolidation, unfavorable contract terms or other issues related to a single agreement may have a material adverse effect on our business and financial condition.
  • Due to our global operations, our net sales, costs and results of operations, as well as the U.S. dollar value of our dividends and market price of our ADSs, are affected by exchange rate fluctuations.
  • The Nokia Technologies business group's patent licensing income and other intellectual property-related revenues are subject to risks and uncertainties such as our ability to maintain our existing sources of intellectual property-related revenue, establish new sources of revenue and protect our intellectual property from infringement. A proportionally significant share of the current patent licensing income is generated from the smartphone market which is rapidly changing and features a limited number of large vendors.
  • Our products, services and business models depend on technologies that we have developed as well as technologies that are licensed to us by certain third parties. As a result, evaluating the rights related to the technologies we use or intend to use is increasingly challenging, and we expect to continue to face claims that we have allegedly infringed third parties' IPR. The use ofthese technologies may also result in increased licensing costs for us, restrictions on our ability to use certain technologies in our products and/or costly and time-consuming litigation.

  • Our business is subject to direct and indirect regulation. As a result, changes in various types of regulations ortheir application, as well as economic and trade policies applicable to current or new technologies or products, may adversely affect our business and results of operations. Our governance, internal controls and compliance processes could also fail to prevent regulatory penalties, both at operating subsidiaries and in joint ventures.

  • We have identified material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent which, if not remediated, could have a material adverse effect on us.
  • We are exposed to risks related to information security. Our business model relies on solutions for distribution of services and software or data storage, which entail inherent risks relating to applicable regulatory regimes, cybersecurity breaches and other unauthorized access to network data or other potential security risks that may adversely affect our business.
  • Inefficiencies, breaches, malfunctions or disruptions of information technology systems and processes could have a material adverse effect on our business and results of operations.
  • Our Nokia Technologies business group aims to generate net sales and profitability through licensing of the Nokia brand and technologies, the development and sales of products and services, especially in the areas of digital media and digital health, as well as other business ventures including technology innovation and incubation, which may not materialize as planned or at all.
  • We are subject to various legislative frameworks and jurisdictions that regulate fraud, as well as economic sanctions and trade policies and, as such, the extent and outcome of possible proceedings concerning such issues are difficult to estimate with any certainty and we may be subjectto material fines, penalties and other sanctions as a result of such investigations.

  • We may be adversely affected by developments with respect to the customer financing or extended payment terms that we provide our customers.

  • We have operations in a number of countries and, consequently, risk facing complex tax issues and disputes and could be obligated to pay additionaltaxes in various jurisdictions.
  • Our actual or anticipated performance, among other factors, could reduce our ability to utilize our deferred tax assets.
  • We may be unable to retain, motivate, develop and recruit appropriately skilled employees.
  • We may face problems or disruptions in our manufacturing, service creation, delivery, logistics or supply chain. Additionally, adverse events may have a profound impact on production sites or the production sites of our suppliers, which are geographically concentrated.
  • An unfavorable outcome of litigation, arbitrations, agreement-related disputes or productliability-related allegations against our business could have a material adverse effect on us.
  • We may not be able to optimize our capital structure as planned and re-establish our investment grade creditrating or otherwise improve our creditratings.
  • We may be unable to achieve targeted benefits from, or successfully implement, planned transactions or transactions may result in liabilities.
  • We are involved in joint ventures and are exposed to risks inherent to companies under joint management.
  • Performance failures of our partners, as well as failures to agree to partnering arrangements with third parties could adversely affect us.
  • The carrying amount of our goodwill may not be recoverable.

  • The amount of dividend and equity return distributed to shareholders for each financial period is uncertain.

  • We are exposed to pension, employee fund-related and employee healthcare-related risks and we may be unsuccessful in our ability to avoid or control costs resulting from a need for increased funding.
  • We engage in the installation and maintenance of undersea telecommunications cable networks, and in the course ofthis activity we may cause damage to existing undersea infrastructure, for which we may ultimately be held responsible.

Shares and share capital

Nokia has one class of shares. Each Nokia share entitles the holder to one vote at General Meetings of Nokia.

As of December 31, 2016, the total number of Nokia shares was 5 836 055 012 and our share capital equaled EUR 245 896 461.96. As of December 31, 2016, Nokia and its subsidiary companies owned a total of 115 551 878 Nokia shares, representing approximately 2% ofthe total number of the shares and voting rights ofthe company.

In 2016, under an authorization held by the Board, we issued in deviation from shareholders' pre-emptive rights to subscription 1 842 158 031 shares in exchange for the Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares, ADSs and OCEANE convertible bonds to effectthe business combination with Alcatel Lucent. The number of shares issued consisted of 1 831 136 063 new shares and 11 021 968 treasury shares.

In 2016, under the authorization held by the Board, we issued a total of 3 408 437 treasury shares to our employees, including certain members of the Group Leadership Team, as settlement under Nokia's equity-based incentive plans. The shares were issued without consideration and in accordance with the plan rules. Additionally, we issued a total of 40 451 treasury shares to employees of former Alcatel Lucent in order to fulfill Nokia's obligations underthe liquidity agreements entered into by Nokia and some beneficiaries of Alcatel Lucent employee equity compensation arrangements. The total number of treasury shares issued represented 5.9% ofthe total number of shares and the total voting rights as of December 31, 2016. The issuances did not have a significant effect on the relative holdings of the other Nokia shareholders, or on their voting power.

In 2016, we issued 1 033 265 new shares following the holders of stock options issued in 2011 and 2012 exercising their option rights.

On November 15, 2016, in line with the previously announced EUR 7 billion capital structure optimization program, the Board resolved to commence a share repurchase program under the authorization granted by the Nokia Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016. The Board resolved to repurchase a maximum of 575 million Nokia shares up to an equivalent of EUR 1 billion. The program and the authorization granted by the Nokia Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016 are valid until December 16, 2017. Referto "—Liquidity and capital resources—Capital structure optimization program".

In 2016, we repurchased a total of 54 296 182 shares,representing 0.9% ofthe total number of shares and voting rights. The price paid for the shares was based on the current market price ofthe Nokia share on the securities market at the time of the repurchase.

Information on the authorizations held by the Board in 2016 to issue shares and special rights entitling to shares,to transfer shares and repurchase own shares, as well as information on related party transactions, the shareholders, stock options, shareholders' equity per share, dividend yield, price per earnings ratio, share prices, market capitalization, share turnover and average number of shares is available in the "Corporate Governance—Compensation", "Financial Statements", "General facts on Nokia—Shares and shareholders" and "General facts on Nokia—Related party transactions" sections.

Refer to Note 20, Shares of the Parent Company, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report for further information regarding Nokia shares.

Board of Directors and management

Pursuant to the Articles of Association of Nokia Corporation, our Board is composed of a minimum of seven and a maximum of 12 members. The Board is elected at least annually at the Annual General Meeting of the shareholders for a term ending at the end of the next Annual General Meeting, which convenes annually by June 30.

The Board has responsibility for appointing and discharging the President and CEO,the Chief Financial Officer and other members of the Group Leadership Team.

For information on remuneration, shares and stock options held by the members of the Board, the President and CEO and the other members of the Group Leadership Team, referto "Corporate governance— Compensation". For more information regarding corporate governance at Nokia, referto "Corporate governance—Corporate governance statement" orto our website at http://www.nokia.com/en_int/investors/ corporate-governance.

Articles of Association

Our Articles of Association are available on our website www.nokia.com/en_int/investors/ corporate-governance. Amendment of the Articles of Association requires a resolution of the general meeting of shareholders, supported by two-thirds of the votes cast and two-thirds of the shares represented at the meeting. For information on our Articles of Association, referto "General facts on Nokia— Memorandum and Articles of Association".

Our Articles of Association include provisions for obligation to redeem. Amendment of the provisions of Article 13 of the Articles of Association, "Obligation to purchase shares", requires a resolution supported by threequarters of the votes cast and three-quarters of the shares represented at the meeting.

Board of Directors, Nokia Corporation March 23, 2017

Corporate governance

Corporate governance

Contents

Corporate governance statement
Regulatory framework
Main corporate governance
78
78
bodies of Nokia 78
General meeting of shareholders 78
Board of Directors 79
Group Leadership Team and
President and CEO 85
Risk management, internal
control and internal audit
functions at Nokia 90
Main features of risk
management systems 90
Description of internal control
procedures in relation to the
financial reporting process 90
Description of the organization
of the internal audit function 90
Main procedures relating to
insider administration 91
Auditor fees and services 91
Audit Committee pre-approval
policies and procedures
Compensation
91
92
Remuneration governance
Remuneration policy
92
94
Remuneration Report 102

Corporate governance statement

This corporate governance statement is prepared in accordance with Chapter 7, Section 7 of the Finnish Securities Markets Act (2012/746, as amended) and the Finnish Corporate Governance Code 2015 (the "Finnish Corporate Governance Code").

Regulatory framework

Our corporate governance practices comply with Finnish laws and regulations as well as with our Articles of Association. We also comply with the Finnish Corporate Governance Code, available at www.cgfinland.fi, with the following exception:

In 2016, we complied with the Finnish Corporate Governance Code, with the exception that we were not in full compliance with recommendation 24, because our restricted share plans did not include performance criteria but were time-based only. The restricted shares vest in three equal tranches on the first, second and third anniversary of the award subject to continued employment with Nokia. Restricted shares were to be granted on a highly limited basis and only in exceptional retention and recruitment circumstances, primarily in the United States,to ensure our ability to retain and recruit talent vital to the future success of the company. The restricted share plan for 2017 is designed in a similar manner, to be used on a limited basis for exceptional purposes related to retention and recruitment, primarily in the United States. The Board approves, upon recommendation from the Board's Personnel Committee, any long-term incentive compensation and all equity plans, programs or similar arrangements of significance thatthe company establishes for its employees.

We comply with the corporate governance standards of Nasdaq Helsinki, which are applicable due to the listing of our shares on the exchange. Furthermore, as a result of the listing of our American Depositary Shares on the New York Stock Exchange (the "NYSE") and our registration underthe U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, we must comply with the U.S. federal securities laws and regulations, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 as well as the rules ofthe NYSE, in particular the corporate governance standards under Section 303A of the NYSE Listed Company Manual, which is available at http://nysemanual.nyse.com/lcm/. We comply with these standards to the extent such provisions are applicable to foreign private issuers.

To the extent any non-domestic rules would require a violation of the laws of Finland, we are obliged to comply with Finnish law. There are no significant differences in the corporate governance practices applied by Nokia compared to those applied by United States companies under the NYSE corporate governance standards, with the exception that Nokia complies with Finnish law with respectto the approval of equity

compensation plans. Under Finnish law, stock option plans require shareholder approval at the time of their launch. All other plans that include the delivery of company stock in the form of newly issued shares or treasury shares require shareholder approval atthe time of the delivery of the shares, unless shareholder approval has been granted through an authorization to the Board, a maximum of five years earlier. The NYSE corporate governance standards require that the equity compensation plans be approved by a company's shareholders. Nokia aims to minimize the necessity for, or consequences of, conflicts between the laws of Finland and applicable non-domestic corporate governance standards.

The Board has also adopted corporate governance guidelines ("Corporate Governance Guidelines")to reflect our commitment to good corporate governance. Our Corporate Governance Guidelines are available on our website at http://www.nokia. com/en_int/investors/corporate-governance.

Main corporate governance bodies of Nokia

Pursuant to the provisions of the Finnish Limited Liability Companies Act(2006/624, as amended) (the "Finnish Companies Act") and Nokia's Articles of Association, the control and management of Nokia are divided among the shareholders at a general meeting, the Board, the President and CEO and the Group Leadership Team, chaired by the President and CEO.

General meeting of shareholders

The shareholders may exercise their decision-making power and their right to speak and ask questions atthe general meeting of shareholders. Each Nokia share entitles a shareholder to one vote at general meetings of Nokia. Pursuant to the Finnish Companies Act, an Annual General Meeting must convene annually by June 30. The Annual General Meeting decides, among other things, on the election and remuneration of the Board, the adoption of the annual accounts,the distribution of profit shown on the balance sheet, and discharging the members of the Board and the President and CEO from liability, as well as on the election and fees of the external auditor.

In addition to the Annual General Meeting, an Extraordinary General Meeting shall be convened when the Board considers such meeting to be necessary, or when the provisions of the Finnish Companies Act mandate that such a meeting must be held.

Corporate governance framework

Board of Directors

The operations of Nokia are managed under the direction ofthe Board, within the framework set by the Finnish Companies Act and Nokia's Articles of Association as well as any complementary rules of procedure as defined by the Board, such as the Corporate Governance Guidelines and the charters of the Board's committees.

Election and composition of the Board of Directors

Pursuant to the Articles of Association of Nokia Corporation, we have a Board that is composed of a minimum of seven and a maximum of 12 members. The Board is elected at least annually at each Annual General Meeting with a simple majority of the shareholders' votes cast atthe meeting. The term of a Board member shall begin at the closing of the general meeting at which he or she was elected, or later as resolved by the general meeting, and expire at the closing of the following Annual General Meeting. The Annual General Meeting convenes by June 30 annually.

The Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016 elected the following nine members to the Board: Vivek Badrinath, Bruce Brown, Louis R. Hughes, Jean C. Monty, Elizabeth Nelson, Olivier Piou, Risto Siilasmaa, Carla Smits-Nusteling and Kari Stadigh. Vivek Badrinath subsequently resigned on July 29, 2016 since when the Board has consisted of eight members.

Our Board's leadership structure consists of a Chair and Vice Chair elected annually by the Board, and confirmed by the independent directors of the Board, from among the Board members upon the recommendation of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee. On June 16, 2016, the Board elected Risto Siilasmaa to continue to serve as the Chair and Olivier Piou as the Vice Chair of the Board. The Chair of the Board has certain specific duties as stipulated by Finnish law and our Corporate Governance Guidelines. The Vice Chair of the Board assumes the duties of the Chair of the Board in the event he or she is prevented from performing his or her duties.

We do not have a policy concerning the combination or separation of the roles of the Chair of the Board and the President and CEO, but the leadership structure is dependent on our needs, shareholder value and other relevant factors applicable from time to time, while respecting the highest corporate governance standards. In 2016, Rajeev Suri served as the President and CEO, while Risto Siilasmaa served as the Chair of the Board.

The current members of the Board are all non-executive. For the term of the Board that began atthe Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016, all Board member candidates were determined to be independent under the Finnish corporate governance standards and the rules of the NYSE.

The Board has adopted principles concerning Board diversity describing (a) our commitment to promoting diverse Board composition and (b) how diversity is embedded into our processes and practices when identifying and proposing new Board candidates as well as re-election of current Board members.

At Nokia, Board diversity consists of a number of individual elements, including gender, age, nationality, cultural and educational backgrounds, skills and experience. At Nokia diversity is not a static concept, but rather a relevant mix of required elements forthe Board as a whole that evolves with time based on, among otherthings,the relevant business objectives and future needs of Nokia. Board diversity is treated as a means of improvement and developmentrather than an end in itself.

Nokia acknowledges and supports the resolution adopted by the Finnish Government on February 17, 2015 on gender equality on the boards of directors of Finnish large and mid-cap listed companies. Accordingly, we aim to have representation of 40% of both genders in our Board by January 1, 2020 by proposing a corresponding Board composition for shareholder approval in the Annual General Meeting of 2019, at the latest. At the Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016, Carla Smits-Nusteling was elected to the Board after which the gender balance of the Board was 78% male and 22% female. After Vivek Badrinath's resignation from the Board on July 29, 2016,the gender balance of the Board has been 75% male and 25% female. We report annually our objectives relating to both genders being represented on our Board,the means to achieve them, and the progress we have made in achieving them.

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Members of the Board of Directors

Set forth below are the current members of the Board and their biographical details. Information about the share ownership of the Board members is disclosed in the Remuneration Statement, refer to "— Compensation" below.

Chair Risto Siilasmaa b. 1966

Chair of the Nokia Board. Board member since 2008. Chair since 2012. Chair of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee.

Master of Science (Eng.), Helsinki University of Technology, Finland.

President and CEO of F-Secure Corporation 1988–2006.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of F-Secure Corporation. Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Federation of Finnish Technology Industries. Member of the Board of Directors of the Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK). Member of European Roundtable of Industrialists.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Elisa Corporation 2008–2012. Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2016.

Vice Chair Olivier Piou b. 1958

Vice Chair of the Nokia Board. Board member and Vice Chair since 2016. Member of the Personnel Committee and the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee.

Degree in Engineering, École Centrale de Lyon, France.

Chief Executive Officer of Gemalto N.V. 2006–2016. Chief Executive Officer of Axalto N.V. 2004–2006. With Schlumberger 1981–2004, including numerous management positions in the areas of technology, marketing and operations, in France and the United States.

Member of the Board of Directors of Gemalto N.V. Member of the Board of Directors of ErYoch SARL. Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2008–2016.

Bruce Brown

b. 1958 Nokia Board member since 2012. Chair of the Personnel Committee. Member of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee.

MBA (Marketing and Finance), Xavier University,the United States. BS (Chemical Engineering), Polytechnic Institute of New York University,the United States.

Retired from The Procter & Gamble Company in 2014. Chief Technology Officer ofthe Procter & Gamble Company 2008–2014. Various executive and managerial positions in Baby Care, Feminine Care, and Beauty Care units of The Procter & Gamble Company since 1980 in the United States, Germany and Japan.

Member of the Board of Directors of Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR) in Singapore. Member of the Board of Directors, the Audit Committee and the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee of P. H. Glatfelter Company. Member of the Board of Directors, the Audit Committee and the Compensation Committee of Medpace, Inc.

Louis Hughes b. 1949

Nokia Board member since 2016. Member of the Audit Committee.

Master's Degree in Business Administration, Harvard University, Graduate School of Business,the United States. Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, General Motors Institute, now Kettering University,the United States.

President & Chief Operating Officer of Lockheed Martin in 2000. Executive Vice President of General Motors Corporation 1992–2000. President of General Motors International Operations 1992–1998. President of General Motors Europe 1992–1994.

Chairman of InZero Systems (formerly GBS Laboratories) (the United States). Independent director and member of the Audit Committee of AkzoNobel. Independent director and chairman of the Audit, Finance and Compliance Committee of ABB. Executive advisor partner of Wind Point Partners.

Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2008–2016.

Jean Monty

b. 1947 Nokia Board member since 2016. Member of the Personnel Committee.

Bachelor of Arts, Collège Sainte-Marie de Montréal, Canada. Master of Arts in Economics, University of Western Ontario, Canada. Master of Business Administration, University of Chicago,the United States.

Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Bell Canada Enterprises until 2002. President and Chief Executive Officer of Nortel Networks Corporation beginning in 1993.

Member of the Boards of Directors of Bombardier and Fiera Capital Inc.

Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2008–2016.

Elizabeth Nelson b. 1960

Nokia Board member since 2012. Chair of the Audit Committee.

MBA (Finance), the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania,the United States. BS (Foreign Service), Georgetown University,the United States.

Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Macromedia, Inc. 1997–2005. Vice President, Corporate Development, Macromedia, Inc. 1996–1997. Various roles in Corporate Development and International Finance, Hewlett-Packard Company 1988–1996.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of DAI. Independent Lead Director and Chair of the Audit Committee of Zendesk Inc. Member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Audit Committee of Pandora Media.

Member of the Boards of Directors of Brightcove, Inc. 2010–2014, SuccessFactors, Inc. 2007–2012 and Ancestry.com, Inc. 2009–2012.

Carla Smits-Nusteling

b. 1966 Nokia Board member since 2016. Member of the Audit Committee.

Master's Degree in Business Economics, Erasmus University Rotterdam, the Netherlands. Executive Master of Finance and Control, Vrije University Amsterdam, the Netherlands.

Member of the Board of Directors and Chief Financial Officer of KPN 2009–2012. Various financial positions in KPN 2000–2009. Various financial and operational positions in TNT/PTT Post 1990–2000.

Member of the Supervisory Board since 2013 and Chair of the Audit Committee of ASML. Member of the Board of Directors since 2013 and Chair of the Audit Committee of TELE2 AB. Member of the Management Board of the Unilever Trust Office since 2015. Lay Judge in the Enterprise Court of the Amsterdam Court of Appeal since 2015.

b. 1955

Group CEO and President of Sampo plc. Nokia Board member since 2011. Member of the Personnel Committee and the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee.

Master of Science (Eng.), Helsinki University of Technology, Finland. Bachelor of Business Administration, Hanken School of Economics, Helsinki, Finland.

Deputy CEO of Sampo plc 2001–2009. President of Sampo Life Insurance Company Limited 1999–2000. President of Nova Life Insurance Company Ltd 1996–1998. President and COO of Jaakko Pöyry Group 1991–1996.

Member of the Board of Directors and Chair of the Board's Risk Committee of Nordea Bank AB (publ). Chairman of the Board of Directors of If P&C Insurance Holding Ltd (publ) and Mandatum Life Insurance Company Limited. Member of the Board of Directors of the Federation of Finnish Financial Services. Member of the Board of Directors of Waypoint Capital Group Holdings Ltd. Member of the Board of Directors of Niilo Helanderin Säätiö.

Kari Stadigh Vice Chair Olivier Piou The following individuals served on the Board until the close of the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016, or later if indicated.

Simon Jiang

b. 1953 Board member 2015–2016. Served as a member of the Personnel Committee until June 16, 2016.

Jouko Karvinen

b. 1957 Board member 2011–2016. Served as a member of the Audit Committee and the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee until June 16, 2016.

Vivek Badrinath

until July 29, 2016 b. 1969 Board member 2014–2016. Served as a member of the Audit Committee until July 29, 2016.

Chair Risto Siilasmaa

Carla Smits-Nusteling Kari Stadigh

Bruce Brown Louis Hughes

Jean Monty Elizabeth Nelson

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Operations of the Board of Directors The Board represents and is accountable to the shareholders of Nokia. The Board's responsibilities are active, not passive, and include the responsibility to evaluate the strategic direction of Nokia, its management policies and the effectiveness ofthe implementation of such by the management on a regular basis. It is the responsibility of the members of the Board to act in good faith and with due care, so as to exercise their business judgment on an informed basis, in a manner which they reasonably and honestly believe to be in the bestinterests of Nokia and its shareholders. In discharging that obligation, the members of the Board must inform themselves of all relevant information reasonably available to them. The Board and each Board committee also have the power to appointindependentlegal, financial or other advisers as they deem necessary from time to time.

The Board is ultimately responsible for monitoring and reviewing Nokia's financial reporting process, effectiveness of related control and audit functions and the independence of Nokia's external auditor, as well as for monitoring the statutory audit ofthe annual and consolidated financial statements. The Board's responsibilities also include overseeing the structure and composition of ourtop management and monitoring legal compliance and the management of risks related to our operations. In doing so, the Board may set annual ranges and/or individual limits for capital expenditures, investments and divestitures and financial commitments that may not be exceeded without separate Board approval.

In risk management policies and processes, the Board's role includes risk analysis and assessmentin connection with financial, strategy and business reviews, updates and decision-making proposals. Risk management policies and processes are integral parts of Board deliberations and risk-related updates are provided to the Board on a recurring basis. For a more detailed description of our risk management policies and processes, refer to "—Risk management, internal control and internal auditfunctions at Nokia—Main features of risk management systems" below.

The Board has the responsibility for appointing and discharging the President and CEO and the other members of the Group Leadership Team. Since May 2014, Rajeev Suri has served as the President and CEO. His rights and responsibilities include those allotted to the President under Finnish law and he also chairs the Group Leadership Team.

Subject to the requirements of Finnish law, the independent directors of the Board confirm the compensation and terms of employment of the President and CEO upon the recommendation of the Personnel Committee of the Board. The compensation and employment conditions of the other members of the Group Leadership Team are approved by the Personnel Committee upon the recommendation of the President and CEO.

The Board has three committees:the Audit Committee, the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee and the Personnel Committee. These committees assist the Board in its duties pursuantto their respective committee charters. The independent directors of the Board elect the members and chairs ofthe Board's committees from among the Board's independent directors based on the recommendation of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee and based on each committee's member qualification standards. The Board may also establish ad hoc committees for detailed reviews or consideration of particular topics to be proposed for the approval of the Board.

In line with our Corporate Governance Guidelines, the Board conducts annual performance evaluations, which also include evaluations of the Board committees' work as well as the Board and Committee Chairs and individual Board members. In 2016, the Board conducted an evaluation process consisting of self-evaluations and peer evaluations, as well as interviews. The evaluation process included both numeric assessments and the possibility to provide more detailed written comments. The feedback from selected members of management was also requested as part of this evaluation process. The results of the evaluation are discussed and analyzed by the entire Board and improvement actions are agreed based on such discussion.

Meetings of the Board of Directors

The Board held 27 meetings excluding committee meetings during 2016, of which approximately 30% were regularly scheduled meetings held in person, complemented by meetings via video or conference calls or by other means. Additionally, in 2016, the non-executive directors held meetings regularly without management in connection with Board meetings. Also, the independent directors held one separate meeting in 2016.

Directors' attendance at Board meetings, including committee meetings but excluding meetings among the non-executive directors or independent directors only, in 2016 is setforth in the table below:

Board
meetings
%
Audit
Committee
meetings
%
Corporate
Governance
and Nomination
Committee
meetings
%
Personnel
Committee
meetings
%
Vivek Badrinath (until July 29, 2016) 100 100
Bruce Brown 100 100 100
Elizabeth Doherty (until January 8, 2016) 100
Louis Hughes (from January 8, 2016) 96 100
Simon Jiang (until June 16, 2016) 71 75
Jouko Karvinen (until June 16, 2016) 85 80
Jean Monty (from January 8, 2016) 96 100(1) 100(2)
Elizabeth Nelson 93 100
Olivier Piou (from January 8, 2016) 96 85 88
Risto Siilasmaa 100 100
Carla Smits-Nusteling (from June 16, 2016) 100 100
Kari Stadigh 96 85 100

(1) Until June 16, 2016 (2) From June 16, 2016

Additionally, many of the directors attended, as non-voting observers, in meetings of a committee of which they were not a member.

According to Board practices, the non-executive directors meet without management in connection with each regularly scheduled meeting. Such sessions are chaired by the non-executive Chair of the Board. If the non-executive Chair of the Board is unable to chairthese meetings,the non-executive Vice Chair of the Board chairs the meeting. Additionally, the independent directors meet separately at least once annually.

All the directors who served on the Board for the term until the close of the Annual General Meeting in 2016, except Jouko Karvinen and Simon Jiang, attended Nokia's Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016. The Finnish Corporate Governance Code recommends that the Chair and members of the Board and the President shall be present at the general meeting of shareholders to ensure the possibility for the shareholders to exercise their right to present questions to both the Board and management.

Committees of the Board of Directors

The Audit Committee consists of a minimum of three members of the Board who meet all applicable independence, financial literacy and other requirements as stipulated by Finnish law, the rules of Nasdaq Helsinki and the NYSE. From June 16, 2016, the Audit Committee consisted of the following four members ofthe Board: Elizabeth Nelson (Chair), Vivek Badrinath, Louis Hughes and Carla Smits-Nusteling. Since Vivek Badrinath's resignation from the Board on July 29, 2016, the Audit Committee has consisted of the following three members: Elizabeth Nelson (Chair), Louis Hughes and Carla Smits-Nusteling.

The Audit Committee is established by the Board primarily for the purpose of oversight ofthe accounting and financial reporting processes of Nokia and the audits of its financial statements. The Committee is responsible for assisting the Board in the oversight of:

  • the quality and integrity of the company's financial statements and related disclosures;
  • the statutory audit of the company's financial statements;
  • the external auditor's qualifications and independence;
  • the performance of the external auditor subjectto the requirements of Finnish law;

  • the performance of the company's internal controls and risk management and assurance function;

  • the performance of the internal audit function; and
  • the company's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including the performance of its ethics and compliance program. The Committee also maintains procedures for the receipt, retention and treatment of complaints received by the company regarding accounting, internal controls, or auditing matters and for the confidential, anonymous submission by our employees of concerns relating to accounting or auditing matters. Nokia's disclosure controls and procedures, which are reviewed by the Audit Committee and approved by the President and CEO and the Chief Financial Officer, as well as the internal controls over financial reporting, are designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the quality and integrity of the company's financial statements and related disclosures.

For further information on internal control over financial reporting, referto "—Risk management, internal control and internal auditfunctions at Nokia—Description of internal control procedures in relation to the financial reporting process" below.

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Under Finnish law, an external auditor is elected by shareholders by a simple majority vote at the Annual General Meeting for one year at a time. The Audit Committee prepares the proposal to the shareholders, upon its evaluation ofthe qualifications and independence of the external auditor, of the nominee for election or re-election. Under Finnish law, the fees of the external auditor are also approved by the shareholders by a simple majority vote at the Annual General Meeting. The Committee prepares the proposal to the shareholders in respect of the fees of the external auditor, and approves the external auditor's annual audit fees under the guidance given by the Annual General Meeting. For information about the fees paid to Nokia's external auditor, PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy, during 2016, referto the "—Auditor fees and services" below.

In discharging its oversight role, the Audit Committee has full access to all company books, records, facilities and personnel. The Committee may appoint counsel, auditors or other advisers in its sole discretion, and must receive appropriate funding, as determined by the Audit Committee, from Nokia for the payment of compensation to such outside advisers.

The Board has determined that all members of the Audit Committee, including its Chair, Elizabeth Nelson, are "audit committee financial experts" as defined in the requirements of Item 16A of the annual report on Form 20-F filedwith the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Ms. Nelson and each ofthe other members ofthe Audit Committee are "independent directors" as defined by Finnish lawand Finnish Corporate Governance Code and in Section 303A.02 of the NYSE Listed Company Manual.

The Audit Committee meets a minimum four times a year based upon a schedule established atthe first meeting following the appointment ofthe Committee. The Committee meets separately with the representatives of Nokia's management, heads of the internal audit, and ethics and compliance functions, and the external auditor in connection with each regularly scheduled meeting. The head of the internal auditfunction has, at alltimes, direct access to the Audit Committee, without the involvement of management.

The Audit Committee held eight (8) meetings in 2016. The average attendance at the meetings was 97%. Additionally, any director who so wishes may attend meetings of the Audit Committee as a non-voting observer.

The Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee consists ofthree to five members ofthe Board who meet all applicable independence requirements as stipulated by Finnish law, the rules of Nasdaq Helsinki and the NYSE. From June 16, 2016, the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee has consisted of the following four members of the Board: Risto Siilasmaa (Chair), Bruce Brown, Olivier Piou and Kari Stadigh.

The Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee's purpose is to prepare the proposals for the general meetings in respect ofthe composition ofthe Board and the director remuneration to be approved by the shareholders, and to monitor issues and practices related to corporate governance and to propose necessary actions in respectthereof.

The Committee fulfills its responsibilities by:

  • actively identifying individuals qualified to be elected members of the Board as well as considering and evaluating the appropriate level and structure of director remuneration;
  • preparing the proposal to the shareholders on the director nominees for election at the general meetings as well as director remuneration;
  • monitoring significant developments in the law and practice of corporate governance and of the duties and responsibilities of directors of public companies;
  • assisting the Board and each Committee of the Board in its annual performance evaluations, including establishing criteria to be applied in connection with such evaluations;
  • developing and recommending to the Board and administering Nokia's Corporate Governance Guidelines; and
  • reviewing Nokia's disclosure in the corporate governance statement.

The Committee has the power to appoint recruitment firms or advisers to identify appropriate candidates. The Committee may also appoint counsel or other advisers, as it deems appropriate from time to time. The Committee has the sole authority to appoint orterminate the services of such firms or advisers and to review and approve such firm's or adviser's fees and other retention terms. It is the Committee's practice to appoint a recruitment firm to identify new director candidates.

The Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee held seven (7) meetings in 2016. The average attendance at the meetings was 93%. Additionally, any director who so wishes may attend meetings of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee as a non-voting observer.

The Personnel Committee consists of a minimum of three members of the Board who meet all applicable independence requirements as stipulated by Finnish law, the rules of Nasdaq Helsinki and the NYSE. From June 16, 2016, the Personnel Committee has consisted of the following four members of the Board: Bruce Brown (Chair), Jean Monty, Olivier Piou and Kari Stadigh.

The primary purpose of the Personnel Committee is to oversee the personnel-related policies and practices at Nokia, as described in the Committee charter. It assists the Board in discharging its responsibilities in relation to all compensation, including equity compensation, of the company's executives and their terms of employment. The Committee has overall responsibility for evaluating, resolving and making recommendations to the Board regarding:

  • compensation of the company's top executives and theirterms of employment;
  • all equity-based plans;
  • incentive compensation plans, policies and programs ofthe company affecting executives; and
  • other significant incentive plans.

The Committee is responsible for overseeing compensation philosophy and principles and ensuring the above compensation programs are performance-based, and designed to contribute to long-term shareholder value creation and alignmentto shareholders' interests, properly motivate management, and support overall corporate strategies.

The Personnel Committee held nine (9) meetings in 2016. The average attendance at the meetings was 93%. Additionally, any director who so wishes may attend meetings of the Personnel Committee as a non-voting observer.

Further information

The Corporate Governance Guidelines concerning the directors' responsibilities, the composition and election of the members of the Board, its committees and certain other matters relating to corporate governance are available on our website at http://www.nokia. com/en_int/investors/corporate-governance. We have a Code of Conduct that is applicable to all of our employees, directors and management and, in addition, we have a Code of Ethics applicable to the President and CEO, Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Controller. These documents and the charters of the Audit Committee, the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee and the Personnel Committee are available on our website at http://www.nokia.com/en_int/ investors/corporate-governance.

Group Leadership Team and the President and CEO

We have a Group Leadership Team that is responsible for the operative management of Nokia. The Chair and members of the Group Leadership Team are appointed by the Board. The Group Leadership Team is chaired by the President and CEO. The President and CEO's rights and responsibilities include those allotted to the President under Finnish law.

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Members of the Nokia Group Leadership Team

Set forth below are the current and appointed members of the Group Leadership Team and their biographical details. Information about the shares and sharebased rights of the members of the Group Leadership Team is disclosed in the Remuneration Statement; refer to "— Compensation" below.

During 2016 and thereafter, the following new appointments were made to the Group Leadership Team:

  • Federico Guillén was appointed the President of Fixed Networks and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Basil Alwan was appointed the President of IP/Optical Networks and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Bhaskar Gorti was appointed the President of Applications & Analytics and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Hans-Jürgen Bill was appointed the Chief Human Resources Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Kathrin Buvac was appointed the Chief Strategy Officer and member ofthe Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Ashish Chowdhary was appointed the Chief Customer Operations Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Barry French was appointed the Chief Marketing Officer and member ofthe Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;

  • Rajeev Suri Marc Rouanne was appointed the Chief Innovation & Operating Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016, and President of Mobile Networks as of April 1, 2017;

  • Maria Varsellona was appointed the Chief Legal Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 8, 2016;
  • Kristian Pullola was appointed the Chief Financial Officer and member ofthe Group Leadership Team as of January 1, 2017;
  • Igor Leprince was appointed the President of Global Services and member of the Group Leadership Team as of April 1, 2017;
  • Monika Maurer was appointed Chief Operating Officer and member of the Group Leadership Team as of April 1, 2017; and
  • Marcus Weldon was appointed Chief Technology Officer and President of Nokia Bell Labs, and member of the Group Leadership Team as of April 1, 2017.

Further, during 2016 and thereafter, the following members of the Group Leadership Team resigned:

  • Ramzi Haidamus, formerly President of Nokia Technologies, stepped down from the Group Leadership Team as of August 31, 2016;
  • Timo Ihamuotila, formerly Chief Financial Officer, stepped down from the Group Leadership Team as of December 31, 2016; and
  • Samih Elhage, President of Mobile Networks, will step down from the Group Leadership Team as of March 31, 2017.

Rajeev Suri b. 1967

President and Chief Executive Officer of Nokia Corporation. Chair of the Nokia Group Leadership Team since 2014. Joined Nokia in 1995.

Bachelor of Engineering (Electronics and Communications), Manipal Institute of Technology, Karnataka, India.

CEO, Nokia Solutions and Networks 2009–2014. Head of Services, Nokia Siemens Networks 2007–2009. Head of Asia Pacific, Nokia Siemens Networks April 2007. Senior Vice President, Nokia Networks Asia Pacific 2005–2007. Vice President, Hutchison Customer Business Team, Nokia Networks 2004–2005. General Manager, Business Development, Nokia Networks Asia Pacific 2003. Sales Director–BT, O2 and Hutchison Global Customers, Nokia Networks 2002. Director, Technology and Applications, BT Global Customer, Nokia Networks 2000–2001. Head of Global Competitive Intelligence, Nokia Networks 1999–2000. Head of Product Competence Center, Nokia Networks South Asia 1997–1999. System Marketing Manager, Cellular Transmission, Nokia Networks India 1995–1997. Head of Group Procurement, imports and special projects, Churchgate Group, Nigeria 1993–1995. National Account Manager–Transmission/Manager– Strategic Planning, ICL India (ICIM) 1990–1993. Production Engineer, Calcom Electronics 1989.

Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2016.

Basil Alwan

Hans-Jürgen Bill

Kathrin Buvac

Ashish Chowdhary

Basil Alwan b. 1962

President of IP/Optical Networks. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia in 2016.

Bachelor in Computer Engineering, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign,the United States.

Previously President of IP Routing and Transport, Alcatel Lucent 2012–2016. President of IP Division, Alcatel Lucent 2003–2012. Founder, President and CEO, TiMetra Networks 2000–2003. Vice President and General Manager, Bay Networks (acquired by Nortel) Enterprise Products Division (EPD) 1997–2000. Vice President of Product Management and Marketing, Rapid City Communications 1996–1997.

Hans-Jürgen Bill b. 1960

Chief Human Resources Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2007.

Diploma in Telecommunications from the University of Deutsche Bundespost, Dieburg/Darmstadt, Germany. Diploma in Economics from the University of Applied Sciences, Pforzheim, Germany.

Executive Vice President, Human Resources, Nokia Corporation 2014–2016. Head of Human Resources, NSN 2009–2014. Head of West South Europe region, NSN 2007–2009. Head of Asia Pacific for Mobile Networks, Siemens 2003–2007. Head of Operations for Mobile Networks, Siemens 2001–2003. Head of Region Central-East and North Europe for Mobile Networks, Siemens 1998–2001. Head of Mobile Networks in Indonesia, Siemens 1994–1998. Various management positions, Siemens 1983–1994.

Kathrin Buvac b. 1980

Chief Strategy Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2007.

Degree in Business Information Systems from University of Cooperative Education, Germany. Bachelor Degree in Business Administration from Open University, London,the United Kingdom.

Vice President, Corporate Strategy, Nokia Networks 2014–2016. Chief of staff to the CEO, Nokia Solutions and Networks 2011–2013. Head of Strategic Projects, Business Solutions, Nokia Siemens Networks 2009–2011. General Manager, Integration Programme, Nokia Siemens Networks 2007–2009. General Manager, Corporate Audit, Siemens Holding S.p.A. 2006–2007. Head of Controlling International Businesses, Siemens Communications 2003–2006. Head of Performance Controlling USA, Siemens Communications 2002–2003. Business Process Manager Global IT Strategy, Siemens Communications 2001–2002. Business Analyst, EADS Aerospace and Defence 1999–2000.

Ashish Chowdhary b. 1965

Chief Customer Operations Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia in 2003.

MBA, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, the United States. MS Computer Science, Emory University, Atlanta,the United States. BA Mathematics from University of Delhi, India.

Executive Vice President and Chief Business Officer at Nokia Networks 2015–2016. Head of Customer Operations Asia, Middle East & Africa (AMEA), Nokia Networks 2011–2015. Head of Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks 2009–2010. Head of Managed Services, Nokia Siemens Networks 2007–2009. Country Head India, Nokia Networks 2003–2007. Vice President for Enterprise Business, Hughes Communications Ltd 2000–2003 and 1994–1998. Software and Project Engineer, Hughes Network Systems 1989–1993. Teaching Assistant, Computer Science, Emory University 1987–1989.

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Samih Elhage

b. 1961 President of Mobile Networks until March 31, 2017. Group Leadership Team member since 2014. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2012.

Bachelor of Electrical

Engineering (telecommunications), University of Ottawa, Canada. Bachelor of Economics, University of Ottawa, Canada. Master of Electrical Engineering (telecommunications), École Polytechnique de Montréal, Canada.

Chief Financial and Operating Officer, Nokia Networks 2013–2016. Chief Operating Officer, NSN 2012–2013. Senior Advisor, leading private equity and global management consulting firms 2011–2012. President, Carrier Voice over IP and Applications Solutions (CVAS) division, Nortel 2008–2010. Leadership positions in Operations, Business Transformation, Broadband Networks, Optical Networks, and Core Data Networks, Nortel 1998–2008. Multiple leadership and management roles related to network development at Bell Canada 1990–1998.

Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell.

Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2016.

Barry French b. 1963

Chief Marketing Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia in 2006.

Master's Degree in International Affairs from Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs, New York,the United States. Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science, Bates Colleges, Lewiston, Maine,theUnited States.

Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Nokia 2014–2016. Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs, Nokia Siemens Networks 2010–2014. Head of Communications, Nokia Siemens Networks 2006–2010. Vice President, Corporate Communications, United Airlines 2004–2006. Director, Corporate Communications, Dell 2000–2004. Additional roles included communications, government relations and management positions, Engineering Animation, Raytheon, KRC Research and the Sawyer/Miller Group.

Bhaskar Gorti b. 1966

President of Applications & Analytics. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia in 2016.

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, Blacksburg,the United States. Bachelor's degree in Technology and Electrical Engineering from National Institute of Technology, Warangal, India.

Previously President of IP Platforms, Alcatel Lucent 2015–2016. Senior Vice President and General Manager, Communications Global Business Unit, Oracle 2006–2015. Senior Vice President, Portal Software 2002–2006.

Federico Guillén b. 1963

President of Fixed Networks. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia in 2016.

Degree in Telecommunications Engineering, ETSIT at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain. Master's degree in Switching & Communication Architectures, ETSIT at Universidad Politécnica de Madrid, Spain. Master's Degree in International Management, ESC Lyon and Alcatel, France.

President of Fixed Networks, Alcatel Lucent 2013–2016. President and CEO of Alcatel Lucent Spain & Global Account Manager Telefonica, Alcatel Lucent 2009–2013. Vice President Sales of Vertical Market Sales in Western Europe, Alcatel Lucent 2009. Head of Regional Support Centre within Alcatel Lucent's Fixed Access Division for South Europe, MEA, India and CALA 2007–2009. CEO, Alcatel Mexico & Global Account Manager, Telmex 2003–2007. Various R&D, Portfolio and Sales Management Positions, Telettra and then Alcatel in Spain, Belgium and U.S. 1989–2003.

Igor Leprince b. 1971

President of the Global Services. Group Leadership Team member as of April 1, 2017. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2007.

Master's degree in

Telecommunications and Network Engineering, E.N.S.T. Paris, France. Bachelor's and Master's degree in Computer Science and Systems and Networks, University Paris 7, Paris, France.

Executive Vice President, Global Services, Nokia since 2014. Senior Vice President and Head of Middle East & Africa, Nokia Networks 2011–2014. Vice President, Head of Care, Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks 2010–2011. Vice President, Head of Network Planning & Optimization, Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks 2007–2010. Senior Vice president, LCC International 2007. Managing Director EMEA, WFI 2005–2007.

Samih Elhage

Barry French

Bhaskar Gorti

Federico Guillén

Igor Leprince

Monika Maurer Monika Maurer

Kristian Pullola

Marc Rouanne

Maria Varsellona

Marcus Weldon

b. 1956

Senior Vice President, Chief Operating Officer. Group Leadership Team member as of April 1, 2017. Joined Nokia in 2016.

Diploma in Physics and Chemistry, the University of Stuttgart, Germany. Diploma in Pedagogy, State University for Pedagogic, Stuttgart, Germany.

Chief Operating Officer, Fixed Networks Business Group, Nokia 2016–2017. Chief Operating Officer, Fixed Networks Business Line, Alcatel Lucent 2012–2016. Vice President Presales Europe, Middle East & Africa, Alcatel Lucent 2010–2012. President, Product Attached Services Division, Alcatel Lucent 2009–2010. Executive Vice President Supply Chain and Procurement, Alcatel Shanghai Bell 2006–2008.

Kristian Pullola

b. 1973 Chief Financial Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2017. Joined Nokia in 1999.

Master of Science (Economics), the Hanken School of Economics, Helsinki, Finland. Finance diploma, the Stockholm School of Economics, Stockholm, Sweden.

Senior Vice President, Corporate Controller, Nokia 2011–2016. Vice President, Treasury & Investor Relations, Nokia 2009–2011. Vice President, Corporate Treasurer, Nokia 2006–2008. Director, Treasury Finance & Control, Nokia 2003–2006. Various roles in Nokia Treasury 1999–2003. Associate, Citibank International 1998–1999.

Member of the Board of Directors of Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company.

Marc Rouanne b. 1963

Chief Innovation & Operating Officer until March 31, 2017 and President of Mobile Networks as of April 1, 2017. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2008.

Ph.D. in Information Theory from University of Notre Dame, Indiana, the United States. Engineering degree in Signal Processing from Supélec, France. Degree in Computer Science from Université d'Orsay, France.

Executive Vice President, Mobile Broadband, Nokia Networks 2011–2016. Head of Network Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks 2010–2011. Head of Radio Access, Nokia Siemens Networks 2008–2009. Executive Vice President of Alcatel, President of Convergence Business Group, Alcatel Lucent 2006–2008. Chief Operating Officer, then President Wireless Business Group, then Executive Vice President, Alcatel 2003–2006. VP positions, then Chief Operating Officer, then President Wireless Business Division, Alcatel 1997–2003. R&D and Engineering Director positions, Matra and Nortel Matra Cellular 1988–1997.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2016.

Maria Varsellona b. 1970

Chief Legal Officer. Group Leadership Team member since 2016. Joined Nokia Siemens Networks in 2013.

Law Degree from University of Palermo (Juris Doctor), Italy.

Executive Vice President and Chief Legal Officer, Nokia 2014–2016. General Counsel, NSN 2013–2014. Tetra Pak Group General Counsel, Tetra Laval Group 2011–2013. Sidel Group General Counsel, Tetra Laval Group 2009–2011. Senior Counsel Commercial Operations and Global Services, GE Oil & Gas 2006–2009. Senior Counsel Europe, Hertz Europe 2005–2006. Senior Counsel Global Services, GE Oil & Gas 2001–2005. Lawyer, Pini Birmingham & Partners 1998–2001. Lawyer, Greco Law Firm 1994–1998.

Member of the Board of Directors of Nordea Bank AB.

Member of the Board of Directors of Alcatel Lucent SA 2016.

Marcus Weldon

b. 1968

Senior Vice President, Corporate Chief Technology Officer and President of Nokia Bell Labs. Group Leadership Team member as of April 1, 2017. Joined Nokia in 2016.

Ph.D (Physical Chemistry) degree, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States. Bachelor of Science (Computer Science and Chemistry) joint degree, King's College, London, United Kingdom.

Corporate Chief Technology Officer and President of Bell Labs, Alcatel Lucent (then Nokia) 2013–2016. Corporate Chief Technology Officer, Alcatel Lucent 2009–2013. Chief Technology Officer, Broadband Networks & Solutions, Alcatel Lucent 2006–2009. Member of Technical Staff, Bell Labs, Lucent Technologies 1997–2006.

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Risk management, internal control and internal audit functions at Nokia

Main features of risk management systems

We have a systematic and structured approach to risk management across business operations and processes. Key risks and opportunities are primarily identified against business targets either in business operations or as an integral part of financial planning. Key risks and opportunities are analyzed, managed, monitored and identified as part of business performance management with the support of risk management personnel. Our overall risk management concept is based on managing the key risks that would prevent us from meeting our objectives, rather than solely focusing on eliminating risks. The principles documented in the Nokia Enterprise Risk Management Policy, which is approved by the Audit Committee of the Board, require risk management and its elements to be integrated into key processes. One of the main principles is that the business or function head is also the risk owner, although all employees are responsible for identifying, analyzing and managing risks, as appropriate, given their roles and duties. Risk management covers strategic, operational, financial and hazard risks. Key risks and opportunities are reviewed by the Group Leadership Team and the Board in order to create visibility of business risks as well as to enable prioritization of risk management activities. In addition to the principles defined in the Nokia Enterprise Risk Management Policy, specific risk managementimplementation is reflected in other key policies.

The Board's Audit Committee is responsible for, among other matters, risk managementrelating to the financial reporting process and assisting the Board's oversight of the risk management function. Overseeing risk is an integral part of Board deliberations. The Board's role in overseeing risk includes risk analysis and assessment in connection with financial, strategy and business reviews, updates and decision-making proposals. Additionally, certain significantrisks are selected as priority risks that are monitored by the Board regularly. We have an Enterprise Risk Management("ERM") function within the Chief Financial Officer organization. ERM regularly reviews risk evaluations with the internal controls function, and the internal controls function utilized the ERM analysis in planning its priority areas.

Description of internal control procedures in relation to the financial reporting process

The management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting for Nokia. Our internal control over financial reporting is designed to provide reasonable assurance to the management and the Board regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements.

The management conducts a yearly assessment of Nokia's internal controls over financial reporting in accordance with the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations framework (the "COSO framework", 2013) and the Control Objectives for Information and related technology of internal controls. The assessment is performed based on a top-down risk assessment of our financial statements covering significant accounts, processes and locations, corporate-level controls and information systems' general controls.

As part of its assessmentthe management has documented:

  • the corporate-level controls, which create the "tone from the top" containing the Nokia values and Code of Conduct and which provide discipline and structure to decision-making processes and ways of working. Selected items from our operational mode and governance principles are separately documented as corporate-level controls;
  • the significant processes, structured under so-called financial cycles. Financial cycles have been designed to: (i) give a complete end-to-end view of all financial processes; (ii) identify key control points; (iii) identify involved organizations; (iv) ensure coverage for important accounts and financial statement assertions; and (v) enable internal control management within Nokia;
  • the control activities, which consist of policies and procedures to ensure the management's directives are carried out and the related documentation is stored according to our document retention practices and local statutory requirements; and
  • the information systems' general controls to ensure that sufficient IT general controls, including change management, system development and computer operations, as well as access and authorizations, are in place.

Further,the management has also:

  • assessed the design of the controls in place aimed at mitigating the financial reporting risks;
  • tested operating effectiveness of all key controls; and
  • evaluated all noted deficiencies in internal controls over financial reporting in the interim and as of year end.

In 2016, Nokia has followed the procedures as described above and has reported on the progress and assessments to the management and to the Audit Committee of the Board on a quarterly basis. However, our assessment ofthe operating effectiveness ofinternal controls as of year end has excluded the business acquired through the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, on January 4, 2016 and continue to integrate into the company. This exclusion is in accordance with the SEC's guidance that a recently acquired business may be omitted from the scope ofthe assessmentin the year of acquisition. Referto "General facts on Nokia—Controls and Procedures".

Description of the organization of the internal audit function

We also have an internal audit function that acts as an independent appraisal function by examining and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of our system of internal control. Internal auditreports to the Audit Committee of the Board. The head of the internal audit function has direct access to the Audit Committee, without involvement ofthe management. Internal Audit staffing levels and annual budget are approved by the Audit Committee. All authority of the internal auditfunction is derived from the Board. Internal audit aligns to the business regionally and by business and function.

Annually, an internal audit plan is developed with input from the management, including key business risks and external factors. This plan is approved by the Audit Committee ofthe Board. Audits are completed across the business focused on country level, customer level, IT system implementation, IT security, operations activities or at a Group function level. The results of each audit are reported to the managementidentifying issues, financial impact, if any, and the correcting actions to be completed. Quarterly, internal audit communicates the progress of the internal audit plan completion, including the results of the closed audits.

Internal audit also works closely with our Ethics and Compliance office to review any financial concerns broughtto lightfrom various channels and, where possible, works with Enterprise Risk Management to ensure priority risk areas are reviewed through audits.

In 2016, the internal audit plan was completed and all results of these reviews were reported to the management and to the Audit Committee of the Board.

Main procedures relating to insider administration

Our insider administration is organized according to the applicable European Union and Finnish laws and regulations as well as the Nokia Insider Policy which sets out Group-wide rules and practices. The policy is applicable to all Nokia insiders as well as to all our employees.

Our insider administration's responsibilities include internal communications related to insider matters and arrangement of related trainings; organizing and maintaining our insider registers; and overseeing the compliance with the insider rules.

Auditor fees and services

PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy has served as our auditor for each of the fiscal years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2016. The auditor is elected annually by our shareholders at the Annual General Meeting forthe fiscal year in question. The Audit Committee ofthe Board prepares the proposal to the shareholders in respect of the appointment of the auditor based upon its evaluation of the qualifications and independence ofthe auditorto be proposed for election or re-election on an annual basis.

The following table presents fees by type paid to PricewaterhouseCoopers forthe years ended December 31:

EURm 2016 2015
Audit fees(1) 31.3 13.5
Audit-related fees(2) 1.8 3.1
Tax fees(3) 3.4 1.2
All other fees(4) 0.6
Total 36.5 18.4

(1) Auditfees consist of fees incurred forthe annual audit ofthe Group's consolidated financial statements and the statutory financial statements ofthe Group's subsidiaries.

(2) Audit-related fees consist of fees billed for assurance and related services that are reasonably related to the performance ofthe audit or review ofthe Group's financial statements orthat are traditionally performed by the independent auditor, and include consultations concerning financial accounting and reporting standards; advice on tax accounting matters; advice and assistance in connection with local statutory accounting requirements; due diligence related to mergers and acquisitions; employee benefit plan audits and reviews; and audit procedures in connection with investigations in the pre-litigation phase and compliance programs. They also include fees billed for other audit services, which are those services that only the independent auditor can reasonably can provide, and include the provision of comfort letters and consents in connection with statutory and regulatory filings and the review of documents filed with the SEC and other capital markets or local financial reporting regulatory bodies.

(3) Tax fees include fees billed for: (i) services related to tax compliance including preparation and/or review oftax returns, preparation, review and/or filing of various certificates and forms and consultation regarding tax returns and assistance with revenue authority queries; customs duties reviews and advice; compliance reviews, advice and assistance on other indirecttaxes; and transaction cost analysis; (ii) service related to tax audits; (iii) services related to individual compliance (preparation of individual tax returns and registrations for employees (non-executives), assistance with applying visa, residency, work permits and tax status for expatriates); (iv) services related to technical guidance on tax matters; (v) services related to transfer pricing advice and assistance with tax clearances; and (vi)tax consultation and planning (advice on stock-based remuneration, local employer tax laws, social security laws, employment laws and compensation programs and tax implications on short-term international transfers).

(4) Other fees include fees billed for company establishments; liquidations; forensic accounting, data security, other consulting services and reference materials and services.

Audit Committee pre-approval policies and procedures

The Audit Committee of the Board is responsible, among other matters, for oversight ofthe external auditor subjectto the requirements of Finnish law. The Audit Committee has adopted a policy regarding pre-approval of audit services performed by the external auditors of Nokia Group (including the principal auditor as well as any other auditor of a Nokia Group company) and permissible non-audit services performed by the principal external auditor of the Nokia Group (the "Pre-approval Policy").

Underthe Pre-approval Policy, proposed services either: (i) may be pre-approved by the Audit Committee in accordance with certain service categories described in appendices to the Pre-approval Policy ("general pre-approval"); or (ii) require the specific pre-approval ofthe Audit Committee ("specific pre-approval"). The Audit Committee may delegate either type of pre-approval authority to one or more of its members. The appendices to the Pre-approval Policy set out the audit, audit-related, tax and other services that have received the general pre-approval of the Audit Committee. All other audit, audit-related (including services related to internal controls and significant mergers and acquisitions projects), tax and other services are subject to specific pre-approval by the Audit Committee. All service requests concerning generally pre-approved services will be submitted to an appointed Audit Committee delegate within management, who will determine whether the services are within the services generally pre-approved. The Pre-approval Policy and its appendices are subject to annual review by the Audit Committee.

The Audit Committee establishes budgeted fee levels annually for each of the four categories of audit and non-audit services that are pre-approved underthe Pre-approval Policy, namely, audit, audit-related, tax and other services. Requests or applications to provide services thatrequire specific approval by the Audit Committee are submitted to the Audit Committee by both the external auditor and the appointed Audit Committee delegate within management. At each regular meeting ofthe Audit Committee,the auditor provides a report in order for the Audit Committee to review the services that the auditor is providing, as well as the status and cost of those services.

Compensation

This section sets out our remuneration policies, how they have been implemented within Nokia, and includes our Remuneration Report where we provide disclosure of the compensation of our Board, the President and CEO and aggregated compensation information for the Group Leadership Team. We report information related to executive compensation in accordance with Finnish regulatory requirements and with requirements set forth by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we focused on the following management and personnel-related objectives:

  • creation ofthe new Group Leadership Team;
  • alignment of compensation practices and legacy arrangements with Nokia's needs;
  • business continuity during integration; and
  • culture integration as we combined the two companies, aiming to keep the "best of both" companies.

Separately, we took the opportunity to further enhance our compensation disclosures with the intention of simplifying and further increasing transparency. To achieve this and to make the information more useful for our stakeholders, we separated our report into three sections:

  • (1) remuneration governance;
  • (2) remuneration policies; and
  • (3) Remuneration Report.

In 2016, our Group Leadership Team grew larger following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and we witnessed the impact of our remuneration policies aligning with the performance ofthe company:

  • annual bonuses were down at 40% compared to 2015, reflecting tough market conditions; and
  • the Chair of the Board of Directors and the President and CEO reinforced their commitment to Nokia and the share ownership policy by investing directly in Nokia shares.

In 2016,the President and CEO received EUR 7.5 million, which was triggered by the vesting of the remaining 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan awards, representing reward for the transformation of the former Nokia Siemens Networks to whattoday forms the foundation of our business.

Remuneration governance

We manage our remuneration through clearly defined processes, with well-defined governance principles, ensuring that no individual is involved in the decision-making process related to their own remuneration and that there is appropriate oversight of any compensation decision. Remuneration of the Board is annually presented to shareholders for approval at the Annual General Meeting and the remuneration ofthe President and CEO is approved by the Board.

The General Meeting of shareholders

  • Shareholders approve the composition of the Board and the director remuneration based on proposals of the Board's Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee, which actively considers and evaluates the appropriate level and structure of director remuneration. The composition ofthe Board and director remuneration are resolved by a majority vote of the shareholders represented at the General Meeting and determined as of the date of the General Meeting, until the close of the next Annual General Meeting.
  • Shareholders authorize the Board to resolve to issue shares, for example, to settle the company's equity-based incentive plans based on the proposal of the Board.

The Board of Directors

  • Approves, and the independent members of the Board confirm, the compensation of the President and CEO, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee;
  • Approves, upon recommendation of the Personnel Committee, any long-term incentive compensation and all equity plans, programs or similar arrangements of significance thatthe company establishes for its employees; and
  • Decides on the issuance of shares (under authorization by shareholders) to fulfill the company's obligations under equity plans in respect of vested awards to be settled.

The Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee assists the Board in discharging its responsibilities relating to all compensation, including equity compensation, of the company's executives and the terms of employment of the executives.

  • In respect of the President and CEO, the Committee is accountable to the Board for:
  • reviewing and recommending to the Board the goals and objectives relevantto compensation;
  • evaluating and presenting to the Board the assessment of performance in light ofthose goals and objectives; and
  • proposing to the Board the total compensation based on this evaluation.

  • In respect of the other members of the Group Leadership Team (other than the President and CEO) and the direct reports to the President and CEO in Vice President-level positions and above, the Committee:

  • reviews and approves the goals and objectives relevant to the compensation, upon recommendation ofthe President and CEO;
  • reviews the results of the evaluation of the performance in relation to the approved goals and objectives. The Committee approves the incentive compensation based on such evaluation;
  • approves and oversees the total compensation recommendations made by the President and CEO; and
  • reviews and approves compensation proposals made by the President and CEO in the event of termination of employment of a member ofthe Group Leadership Team.
  • The Committee reviews periodically and makes recommendations to the Board regarding any equity programs, plans and other long-term incentive compensation arrangements, or similar arrangements of significance that the company establishes for, or makes available to, its employees,the appropriateness ofthe allocation of benefits under the plans and the extent to which the plans are meeting their intended objectives.
  • The Committee reviews and resolves, at their discretion, any other significant compensation arrangements applicable to the wider executive population in the Nokia Group.
  • The Committee will report to the Board at least annually on its views as to whetherthe President and CEO is providing the necessary leadership for the company in the long and short term.
  • The Committee reviews and discusses with management on compensation philosophy, strategy, principles, and management compensation to be included in our Remuneration Report.
  • The Committee reviews annually the company's share ownership policy to determine the appropriateness of the policy against its stated objectives.
  • The Committee has the power, in its sole discretion, to retain compensation consultants having special competence to assist the Personnel Committee in evaluating director and executive compensation.
  • The Committee reviews and approves changes to the company's peer group forthe assessment ofthe competitiveness of our compensation from time to time.

The committee consults regularly with the President and CEO and the Chief Human Resources Officerthough they are not present when their own compensation is reviewed or discussed.

Work of the Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee convened five (5)times during 2016 with a general theme for each meeting. The discussion and timing of certain remuneration-related elements was unique in 2016, given the specific needs following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and any associated integration-related matters, as required:

  • 1 Approvals & reporting
  • 2 Philosophy & structure
  • 3 Long-term direction & market review 4 Planning
  • January:
  • Achievement review
  • Budget approval for 2016 Nokia equity program and performance review for 2014 performance share plan
  • Employee engagement and organizational health review

March:

  • Review of 2015 short-term incentive program achievement and performance
  • Target setting for 2016 short-term incentive program
  • Review of 2015 annual report

May: Setting the long-term

incentive target

  • Review of:
  • succession;
  • diversity;
  • policy; and
  • annual compensation.

September:

Compensation strategy and philosophy review

Update on:

  • market and legal environment; and
  • adviser market practices.

Talent summit outcomes

November:

  • Review of: ■ framework for short-term incentive program for 2017;
  • framework for long-term incentive program for 2017;
  • risks;
  • annual reportfor 2016; and
  • peer group for 2017.

The President and CEO

The President and CEO has an active role in the compensation governance and performance management processes for the Group Leadership Team and the wider employee population at Nokia.

The President and CEO is not a member of the Personnel Committee and does not vote at Personnel Committee meetings, nor does he participate in any conversations regarding his own compensation.

Advisers

The Personnel Committee retains the use of Aon, an independent external consultant appointed in 2015, to assist in the review and determination of executive compensation and program design and provide insight into market trends and regulatory developments. The Personnel Committee has reviewed and established that Aon is independent of Nokia and does not have any other business relationships with Nokia.

Authorizations and resolutions of the Board concerning remuneration

Valid authorizations

The Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016 resolved to authorize the Board to resolve to issue a maximum of 1 150 million shares through one or more issuances of shares or special rights entitling to shares. The authorization may be used to develop the company's capital structure, diversify the shareholder base, finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements,to settle the company's equity-based incentive plans or for other purposes resolved by the Board.

The authorization is effective until December 16, 2017 and the authorization terminated the earlier shareholder authorization for the Board to issue shares and special rights entitling to shares resolved at the Annual General Meeting on May 5, 2015. The authorization did not terminate the authorization granted by the Extraordinary General Meeting held on December 2, 2015 to the Board for issuance of shares in orderto implementthe Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Board resolutions

On February 1, 2017, the Board approved the Nokia equity program for 2017 and the issuance, without consideration, of a maximum of 9.75 million Nokia shares held by the company in 2017 to settle its commitments to Nokia's equity plan participants. The Nokia equity program for 2017 is explained in more detail below.

Remuneration policy

This section of our statement describes our remuneration policy and the considerations taken into account when setting the policy.

Board of Directors

The objective of the Board's Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee is to ensure that Nokia is able to compete for top-of-class Board competence when determining director remuneration in order to maximize shareholder value. Therefore, it is the practice of the Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee to review and compare the total remuneration levels and their criteria paid in other global companies with net sales, geographical coverage and complexity of business comparable to that of Nokia's. The Corporate Governance and Nomination Committee's aim is to ensure that the company has an efficient Board consisting of international professionals representing a diverse and relevant mix of skills and experience. Nokia believes that a competitive Board remuneration contributes to the achievement ofthis target.

Director remuneration at Nokia consists of an annual fee and a meeting fee. Director remuneration for the term that began at the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016 and ends at the close ofthe Annual General Meeting in 2017 consists of the following fees:

Annual fee EUR
Chair 440 000
Vice Chair 185 000
Member 160 000
Chair of Audit Committee 30 000
Member of Audit Committee 15 000
Chair of Personnel Committee 30 000
Meeting fee/meeting(1) EUR
5 000
Meeting requiring continental travel 2 000
Meeting requiring intercontinental travel

(1) Paid for a maximum of seven meetings per term. Not paid to the Chair of the Board.

Approximately 40% ofthe annual fee is paid in Nokia shares purchased from the market or by using treasury shares. According to the company's policy, the directors shall retain until the end of their directorship such number of shares that corresponds to the number of shares they have received as Board remuneration during their first three years of service on the Board (the net amountreceived after deducting those shares needed to offset any costs relating to the acquisition of the shares, including taxes). The shares shall be purchased from the market on behalf of the directors, or, if treasury shares are used, transferred to the directors, as soon as practicable after the Annual General Meeting. The remainder of the annual fee is payable in cash, most of which is typically used to cover taxes arising from the paid remuneration.

A meeting fee for Board and Committee meetings is paid to all other members of the Board except the Chair of the Board based on travel required between the home location of the member of the Board and the location of a meeting. Only one meeting fee is payable for multiple Board and Committee meetings per eligible travel. The meeting fee is paid for a maximum of seven meetings per term. The meeting fee is paid in cash.

According to the company's policy, non-executive directors do not participate in any of Nokia's equity programs and do not receive performance shares, restricted shares or any other equity-based or other form of variable compensation fortheir duties as members of the Board.

Group Leadership Team

Our focus when considering policies related to remuneration of the Group Leadership Team and other senior executives is to:

  • attract, retain and motivate the right people to lead Nokia;
  • drive performance and appropriate behaviors; and
  • align the interests of the executives and results of our compensation programs with the interests and returns of our shareholders.

Compensation philosophy, design and strategy

Our compensation programs are designed to attract, incentivize and retain the talent necessary to deliver strong financial results to the ultimate benefit of our shareholders. Rewards are tied to the execution of our strategy by adopting an appropriate mix of fixed and variable compensation to engage and motivate employees in the performance of the business and ensure alignment with shareholder interests.

A single compensation framework is used across the Nokia Group with a varying mix of fixed and variable compensation for each level of responsibility. Higher levels of performance-based compensation and equity compensation are used to reward executives for delivering long-term sustainable growth and creating value for our shareholders. We aim to provide a globally competitive compensation offering, which is comparable to that of our peer group companies, taking into account industry, geography, size and complexity. The peer group is reviewed annually and external advice is soughtto confirm the appropriateness of the peer group and also the quantum and the relative mix of compensation packages. The peer group for 2016 is presented in the "—Remuneration Report" below.

In designing our variable compensation programs key consideration is given to:

  • incorporating specific performance measures that align directly with the execution of our strategy and driving long-term sustainable success;
  • delivering an appropriate amount of performance-related variable compensation for the achievement of strategic goals and financial targets in both the short and long term;
  • appropriately balancing rewards between company and individual performance; and
  • fostering an ownership culture that promotes sustainability and long-term value creation that aligns the interests of participants with those of our shareholders.

Compensation structure and target setting In line with our overall compensation philosophy, our executives are rewarded using a mix of fixed and variable pay.

Targets for the short- and long-term incentive plans are set by the Board. The Board reviews business plans, external analysts' expectations, previous year's performance and the overall macro-economic environment to arrive at suitable targets for the plans. The goal of target-setting is equally to set achievable targets while also ensuring those targets are sufficiently demanding to create shareholder value.

The elements ofthe compensation structure forthe President and CEO and the Group Leadership Team are further detailed below:

Element Purpose Philosophy Operation
Base salary To attract and retain the
best executives with the
requisite level of knowledge,
Fixed cash component targeted at our peer
group median. Base salary can vary from
the market average due to individual
Changes in base pay are determined based
on consideration of a variety of factors,
including, for example,the following:
skills and experience to lead
our businesses and provide
a degree of financial
performance, experience, time in position
and internal comparison. Base salaries are
reviewed annually taking into account
■ performance by the member of the
Group Leadership Team;
certainty and stability market conditions, our financial condition ■ changes in the market;
to executives. and individual performance. ■ market positioning;
■ changes in individual responsibilities; and
■ average employee salary increases
across Nokia and in the local market.
Short-term
incentives
To incentivize and reward
performance against
All members of the Group Leadership Team
are eligible to receive a short-term incentive,
Achievement is assessed at the end of the
year to determine payout.
delivery of the annual
business plan.
based on a set of pre-determined targets
linked to key metrics that drive sustainable
business performance and are designed to
reward a mix of corporate, business group
and individual performance goals.
Target short-term incentive awards,
when taken together with base salary, are
designed to provide a target annual cash
compensation comparable to that provided
by our peer group.

Compensation continued

Element Purpose Philosophy Operation
Long-term
incentives
To reward for delivery of
sustainable long-term
performance, align the
executives' interests with
Long-term incentive awards are intended to
provide competitive incentive compensation
compared to our peer group when combined
with base salary and target short-term incentive.
The value of performance share awards is
determined by performance against preset
strategic targets of
■ net sales; and
those of shareholders
and aid retention.
Performance share awards are made annually.
They have a two-year performance period and
■ earnings per share.
a one-year restriction period. The ultimate
value of an award depends on our share
price and business performance against
predetermined performance criteria.
Targets are set in the context of the Nokia
long-term plans which are validated against
analyst forecasts ensuring that they are
considered both demanding of recipients
Restricted shares are also used for
exceptional purposes related to retention and
recruitment. The number of shares vesting
is predetermined butthe ultimate valuewillrise
orfall in linewith movements in our share price.
and motivational to them.
The target value of a long-term incentive
award depends on the recipient's role in
the company and is setin the context of
award levels for comparable roles in the
There are also certain legacy equity
compensation programs in force as
described in "—Legacy equity compensation
programs" below.
wider market.
Benefits &
perquisites
To attract, retain and
protect executives.
Members of the Group Leadership Team are
provided with the same benefits as are made
available to employees more broadly in the
relevant country, with additional security
provisions, as appropriate.
Benefits are determined by country of
employment and align with local practices
and regulatory requirements.
Members of the Group Leadership Team may
also be provided with certain other benefits
from time to time, which are not material
in value.
Benefits are provided with the intention
of maintaining the health and wellness
of our executives.
Relocation
& mobility
To support the international
mobility of executives and
ensure the right people
are in the rightlocation
to meet business needs.
Members ofthe Group Leadership Team may be
offered supportto cover additional costs related
to relocation. Mobility policies support the
relocation of an executive and their dependents
orthe reasonable costs of commuting. Benefits
are market-specific and are not compensation
for performing the role but provided to defray
costs or additional burdens of a relocation or
residence outside the home country.
Retirement
plans
To allow executives to
provide for their retirement
with a level of certainty.
Taking into account our global executive
population, we provide retirementfunding in line
with local market and regulatory requirements,
typically through defined contribution or locally
mandated pension plans. No supplemental
pension arrangements are provided in Finland.
Change
of control
arrangements
To ensure the continuity of
management in connection
with a possible change
of control event.
Change of control arrangements are offered
on a very limited basis only and are based on
a double trigger structure, which means that
both a specified change of control event and
termination of the individual's employment
must take place for any change of control-based
severance paymentto materialize. Refer to
"—Termination provisions ofthe President
and CEO" and "—Termination provisions ofthe
Group Leadership Team".

Payments to departing executives

In the event of a termination of employment, any payable compensation is determined in line with legal advice regarding local legislation, country policies, contractual obligations and the rules of the applicable incentive and benefit plans. Referto "—Termination provisions ofthe President and CEO" and "—Termination provisions of the Group Leadership Team".

Recruitment

Our policy on recruitmentis to offer a compensation package which is sufficientto attract, retain and motivate individuals with the right skills forthe required role. On occasion, we may offer compensation to buy out awards which the candidate held priorto joining Nokia, but which lapsed upon the candidate leaving their previous employer. Due consideration is given to the potential value and timing of such awards, taking into account any conditions attached to the awards and the likely performance against such conditions.

Clawback

Our executives are subject to a clawback policy where any restatement of financial results may resultin the reclaiming of amounts previously paid which had been based on numbers which have since been materially restated. Any such reclaimed amount, and the period over which payments can be reclaimed, willtake into accountthe circumstances and duration of any misstatement.

Share ownership requirement

Nokia believes that it is desirable for its executives to own shares in the company to align their interests with those of shareholders and to ensure that their decisions are in the long-term interest of the company. The President and CEO and members of the Group Leadership Team are given a period of five years from their appointmentin a designated role to achieve the required level of share ownership as follows:

Role Share ownership
requirement
President and CEO 3 x base salary
Member of the Group Leadership Team 2 x base salary

President and CEO

Compensation mix

To align the interests of the President and CEO with those of the company's shareholders, the compensation mix for the President and CEO is heavily geared toward performance-based pay with only 16.5% of core target compensation in 2016 consisting of fixed pay. Additionally, the President and CEO receives incidental benefits and mobility support and pension contributions are made in line with his participation in the statutory Finnish pension system, as regulated by the Finnish Employees' Pension Act(395/2006, as amended) (the "Finnish TyEL").

The total remuneration of the President and CEO is thus dependent on performance, as detailed opposite:

Variable pay of the President and CEO

The variable pay of the President and CEO is determined based on performance against a mix of targets, either short- or long-term in nature, depending on the strategic impactforthe business.

Based on the Board's assessment, the most appropriate metrics for driving sustainable business performance at Nokia are:

  • non-IFRS revenue;
  • non-IFRS operating profit;
  • non-IFRS earnings per share; and
  • operating cash flow.

2016 Pay mix

2016 Pay opportunity (EURm)

Incentive opportunity by metric (% of total variable pay)

Non-IFRS measures exclude costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Compensation continued

The variable compensation focuses on these measures as well as personal strategic objectives to supportthe strategic development of Nokia, which is not necessarily measurable or easily measured in purely financialterms.

Short-term incentives of the President and CEO

The short-term incentives for the President and CEO are based on the achievement of key financialtargets and other strategic objectives, as defined below. Performance againstthese defined targets is then multiplied by a business results multiplier, which acts as a funding factor for the incentive plan for most employees, to determine the final payment.

% of base salary
Minimum
performance
Target
performance
Maximum
performance
Measurement criteria
0% 125% 281.25% 80% ofthe incentive is based on performance againstthe Nokia scorecard:
■ non-IFRS revenue (⅓);
■ non-IFRS operating profit(⅓); and
■ operating cash flow (⅓).
The final 20% ofthe incentive is determined based on the achievement of personal strategic
objectives set for President and CEO by the Board.

Long-term incentives of the President and CEO

Long-term incentive awards are determined by reference to the market and as a percentage of salary. The President and CEO participates in the same long-term incentive arrangements as other Nokia executives and senior executives. Long-term incentive programs are described under "—Nokia Equity Program".

Pension arrangements of the President and CEO

The President and CEO participates in the statutory Finnish pension system,the Finnish TyEL, which provides for a retirement benefit based on years of service and earnings according to prescribed rules and regulations. No supplemental pension arrangements are provided. Underthe Finnish TyEL pension system, base pay, incentives and other taxable fringe benefits are included in the definition of earnings, while gains realized from equity are not. The retirement age for the President and CEO is 65.

Termination provisions of the President and CEO

Termination provisions for the President and CEO's service agreement specify alternatives for termination and associated compensation in accordance with the following table:

Termination by Reason Notice Compensation
Nokia Cause None The President and CEO is entitled to no additional compensation and all
unvested equity awards would be forfeited.
Nokia Reasons other
than cause
Up to 18 months The President and CEO is entitled to a severance payment equaling up
to 18 months of compensation (including annual base salary, benefits,
and target incentive) and unvested equity awards would be forfeited.
President and CEO Any reason Six (6) months The President and CEO may terminate his service agreement at any time
with six months' prior notice. The President and CEO would continue to receive
either salary and benefits during the notice period or, at Nokia's discretion,
a lump sum of equivalent value. Additionally,the President and CEO would
be entitled to any short- or long-term incentives that would normally vest
during the notice period. Any unvested equity awards would be forfeited.
President and CEO Nokia's material
breach of the
service agreement
Up to 18 months In the event that the President and CEO terminates his service agreement
based on a final arbitration award demonstrating Nokia's material breach
ofthe service agreement, he is entitled to a severance payment equaling to
up to 18 months of compensation (including annual base salary, benefits
and target incentive). Any unvested equity awards would be forfeited.

The President and CEO's service agreement includes special severance provisions in the event of a termination of employment following a change of control event. Such change of control provisions are based on a double trigger structure, which means that both a change of control event and the termination ofthe President and CEO's employment within a defined period oftime musttake place in order for any change of control-based severance paymentto become payable. More specifically, if a change of control event has occurred, as defined in the service agreement, and the President and CEO's service with Nokia is terminated either by Nokia or its successor without cause, or by the President and CEO for "good reason", in either case within 18 months from such change of control event, the President and CEO would be entitled to a severance payment equaling up to 18 months of compensation (including annual base salary, benefits, and targetincentive) and cash payment(or payments) forthe pro-rated value of his outstanding unvested equity awards, restricted shares, performance shares and stock options (if any), payable pursuantto the terms ofthe service agreement. "Good reason" referred to above includes a material reduction ofthe President and CEO's compensation and a material reduction of his duties and responsibilities, as defined in the service agreement and as determined by the Board.

The President and CEO is subject to a 12-month non-competition obligation that applies after the termination of the service agreement orthe date when he is released from his obligations and responsibilities, whichever occurs earlier.

The Group Leadership Team

Remuneration of the Group Leadership Team

The remuneration of the members of the Group Leadership Team (excluding the President and CEO) consists of base salary, fringe benefits and short- and long-term incentives. The members ofthe Group Leadership Team participate in the same reward programs, including short- and long-term incentive programs and under the same terms and conditions, as other eligible employees, although the quantum and mix oftheir compensation vary by role and individual. Short-term incentive plans are based on rewarding the delivery of business performance and certain or all of the following metrics as appropriate in light ofthe member's role: non-IFRS revenue, non-IFRS operating profit, operating cash flow and defined strategic objectives. Long-term incentive programs are described under "— Nokia Equity Program".

Each member of the Group Leadership Team will have a mix of Nokia level and business group targets based on a mix of revenue, operating profit and operating cash flow depending on their role. Personal strategic objectives of the members of the Group Leadership Team accountfor up to 20% oftheir short-term incentive awards.

Pension arrangements of the Group Leadership Team

The members of the Group Leadership Team participate in the local retirement plans applicable to employees in the country of residence. Executives based in Finland participate in the statutory Finnish pension system, as regulated by the Finnish TyEL. Referto "—Pension arrangements ofthe President and CEO" above.

Executives based outside Finland participate in arrangements relevant to their location. Retirement plans vary by country and include defined benefit, defined contribution and cash balance plans. The retirement age for the members of Group Leadership Team varies between 60 and 65.

Termination provisions of the Group Leadership Team

In all cases, if an executive is dismissed for cause, no compensation will be payable and no outstanding equity will vest.

In the event of termination by the company for any other reason than cause, where the company pays compensation in lieu of notice period salary,the benefits and target short-term incentive amounts are taken into account.

Additionally,the Board believes that maintaining a stable and effective leadership team is essential for protecting and enhancing the best interests of Nokia and its shareholders. In order to encourage the continued focus, dedication and continuity of the members of the Group Leadership Team to their assigned duties withoutthe distraction that may arise from the possibility of termination of employment as a result of a specified change of control eventin Nokia, certain provisions have been made available to them as appropriate when certain change of control events occur.

Certain members of the Group Leadership Team received change of control agreements related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent that expired on January 8, 2017, one year after the transaction completion. These change of control agreements have not been renewed.

Certain members of the Group Leadership Team received change of control agreements at the time of the integration of Nokia and Nokia Siemens Networks which serve as an addendum to their executive agreements and provide for the pro-rata settlement of outstanding equity awards as follows. The change of control agreements are based on a double trigger structure, which means that both a change of control event and the termination of the Group Leadership Team member's employment musttake place for any change of control-based severance paymentto materialize. More specifically, if a change of control event, as defined in the agreement, has occurred in the company, and the individual's employment with the company is terminated either by Nokia or its successor without cause, or by the individual for "good reason" (e.g., material reduction of duties and responsibilities), in either case within 18 months from such change of control event, the individual will be entitled to his or her notice period compensation (including base salary, benefits and targetincentive) and cash payment (or payments) for the pro-rated value of the individual's outstanding unvested equity, including restricted shares and performance shares, payable pursuant to the terms of the agreement. The Board has full discretion to terminate or amend the change of control agreements at any time.

No new change of control clauses have been included in the service agreements of executives who joined the Group Leadership Team since January 1, 2016.

Nokia Equity Program

A key component of Group Leadership Team members' and other executives' compensation is equity-based long-term incentives with the purpose of aligning the participants' interests with those of shareholders. The amount of equity as a percentage ofthe compensation package increases with the seniority ofthe role. As in previous years,the Nokia equity program 2017 includes the following equity instruments:

Performance shares Restricted shares Employee share purchase plan
Eligible employees Grade based eligibility Grade-based eligibility Employees in participating countries
Purpose Annual long-term incentive awards,
to reward delivery of sustainable
long-term performance, align with
the interests of shareholders and
aid retention of key employees
Exceptional recruitment and retention Encourage share ownership within the
Nokia employee population, increasing
engagement and sense of ownership
in the company
Vesting schedule Two-year performance period based
on financialtargets and one-year
restriction period
Vest equally in three tranches on the
1st, 2nd and 3rd anniversary of grant
Matching shares vest at the end of the
12-month savings period

Performance Shares

In accordance with the previous years' practice, the primary equity instruments granted to executive employees and other eligible employees are performance shares. The performance shares represent a commitment by Nokia to deliver Nokia shares to employees at a future point in time, subjectto our fulfillment of pre-defined performance criteria. Performance shares vestto participants afterthree years following a two-year performance period based on financialtargets and a subsequent one-year restriction period.

The Board has continued with the practice of the two-year performance period which gives greater predictability in a fast changing environment and supports greater alignment of underlying achievement with payments. Targets are set in the context of the Board's view of the future business plans for Nokia, investor expectations and analyst forecasts and the Board will continue to review the suitability of the two-year performance period for future years. The table below illustrates the performance criteria of the performance share plans for 2014 through to 2017.

Performance criteria (non-IFRS)(1) 2017 2016 2015 2014
Annual net sales Nokia Group(2) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Average annual earnings per share, Nokia Group (diluted) Yes Yes Yes Yes
Minimum settlement at below threshold performance(3) 25% 25% 25%

(1) Non-IFRS measures exclude costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

(2) The performance criteria ofthe performance share plan 2015 were restated in May 2016 to reflectthe new organizational structure and scope ofthe Nokia Group. The restatement adjusts the net sales and earnings per share performance targets to remove the impact related to the Sale of the HERE Business for the fourth quarter of 2015 following the sale of HERE in 2015 and restates the 2016 targets based on the combined Group following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucentin January 2016. Net sales metric is weighted equally each year, instead of calculating average overthe two-year performance period due to significant difference between the metrics for Nokia in 2015 and the combined Group in 2016. For other years' performance share plans,the criterion has been average annual net sales for Nokia Group during the performance period.

(3) In 2014, a minimum payout level was introduced to reinforce the retentive impact of the plan by giving some certainty to remaining employees during the transformation of Nokia following the Sale of the D&S Business and integration ofthe Nokia Networks business. The 2017 plan removes the minimum payout of 25% ofthe grant amountfor executive employees. Employees who are not executives atthe time the awards are granted to them will continue to benefitfrom a minimum payout of 25% with the intention ofthis continuing to provide a retention effect.

The 2017 performance share plan has a two-year performance period (2017-2018) and a subsequent one-year restriction period. The shares will vest on January 1, 2020. The performance criteria forthe 2017 performance share plan are:

Performance criteria (non-IFRS)(1) Weighting Threshold
performance (EUR)
Maximum
performance (EUR)
Potential range of settlement(2)
Nokia average annual net sales January 1,
2017—December 31, 2018
50% 22 842 million 26 280 million Threshold number up to maximum
level (4 x Threshold number)
Nokia average annual earnings per share (diluted)
January 1, 2017—December 31, 2018
50% 0.26 0.38 Threshold number up to maximum
level (4 x Threshold number)

(1) Non-IFRS measures exclude costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

(2) The minimum payout of 25% ofthe grant amount will be payable to all participants except executives only in the eventthatthe calculated payout(based on Nokia's performance againstthe performance criteria) is beneath 25% achievement againstthe performance criteria.

Based on a resolution by the Board, the maximum number of performance shares that can be granted under the performance share plan for 2017 is 37 million. The maximum payout can be 200%. Accordingly, achievement of the maximum performance against all the performance criteria would result in the vesting and an aggregate maximum payout of 74 million Nokia shares. Achievements beyond the maximum performance level will not cause any further shares to vest. For employees who are not executives at the time the awards are granted to them, 25% ofthe performance shares granted in 2017 will settle after the restriction period, regardless of the satisfaction of the applicable performance criteria. In case the applicable performance criteria are not satisfied, employees who are executives on the grant date for their 2017 performance shares will not receive any settlement.

Untilthe Nokia shares are delivered,the participants will not have any shareholder rights, such as voting or dividend rights associated with these performance shares.

Restricted Share Plan

Restricted shares are used on a selective basis to ensure retention and recruitment of individuals deemed critical to our future success. The restricted shares vestin three equaltranches on the first, second and the third anniversary of the award subject to continued employment with Nokia.

In 2017, restricted shares will be granted on a limited basis for exceptional purposes related to retention and recruitment, primarily in the United States,to ensure we are able to retain and recruit vital talent for the future success of Nokia.

Untilthe Nokia shares are delivered,the participants will not have any shareholder rights, such as voting or dividend rights, associated with the restricted shares.

Share in Success

Under our employee share purchase plan "Share in Success", eligible employees can elect to make monthly contributions from their salary to purchase Nokia shares. The contribution per employee cannot exceed EUR 1 800 per year. The share purchases are made at market value on predetermined dates on a monthly basis during a 12-month savings period. Nokia intends to deliver one matching share for every two purchased shares the employee still holds at the end of the Plan cycle. Participation in the plan is voluntary for all employees in countries where the plan is offered.

Monitoring the performance of our equity plans

Each year Nokia monitors the performance of its equity plans against the targets for the plan, total shareholder return and the impact that the plans have on total compensation compared to market peers. For further discussion on the performance of the plans refer to "— Remuneration Report" below.

Legacy equity programs

Stock Options

The granting of stock options ceased atthe end of 2013; however, awards granted under the 2011 stock option plan remain in force. Underthe plan, each stock option entitles the holderto subscribe for one new Nokia share. The stock options are non-transferable and may be exercised for shares only. The vesting schedule of the 2011 stock option plan is as follows:

Plan Vesting schedule
2011 stock
option plan
50% on third anniversary of grant
50% on fourth anniversary of grant
Term is approximately six years
The final subscription periods end onDecember 27, 2019

Shares will be eligible for dividends in respect ofthe financial year in which the share subscription takes place. Other shareholder rights will commence on the date on which the subscribed shares are entered in the trade register. The stock option grants are generally forfeited if the employment relationship is terminated with Nokia.

2012 Nokia Networks Equity Incentive Plan

The 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan was established by the board of Nokia Siemens Networks priorto Nokia's acquisition of full ownership ofthe Nokia Networks business. Underthis plan options over Nokia Solutions and Networks B.V. shares were granted to Mr. Suri and approximately 65 other Nokia Networks employees.

At that time, both Nokia and Siemens were considering a potential exit from Nokia Siemens Networks. The plan had two objectives:

(1)to increase the value of Nokia Networks; and

(2) to create an exit option for its parent companies.

With the significantly improved performance of Nokia Networks,the first objective has been met. The second objective has not occurred and, given the change in our strategy, the likelihood of a sale or an initial public offering ("IPO") has diminished.

The exercise price of the options is based on a Nokia Networks share value on grant, as determined for the purposes of the 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan. The options will be cash-settled at exercise, unless an IPO has taken place, at which point they would be converted into equity-settled options.

The targets of the plan were set at a demanding level and payments from the plan represent the outstanding achievement of the Networks team. The actual payments under the 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan were determined based on the value of the Nokia Networks business. In 2015, 30% ofthe options became exercisable and the remaining 70% became exercisable in 2016.

Alcatel Lucent liquidity agreements

In 2016, Nokia and Alcatel Lucent entered into liquidity agreements with beneficiaries ofthe 2015 Alcatel Lucent performance share plan. Pursuant to the agreements, the 2015 Alcatel Lucent performance shares (as well as other unvested performance share plans, where the employee elected to enter into a liquidity agreementratherthan accelerate their equity), would be exchanged for Nokia shares, or for the cash equivalent of the market value of such Nokia shares, shortly after expiration of the vesting period. The exchange ratio would be aligned with the exchange ratio of Nokia's exchange offer for all outstanding Alcatel Lucent securities, subject to certain adjustments in the event of financialtransactions by either Nokia or Alcatel Lucent. Accordingly, these agreements apply to any member of the Group Leadership Team who has entered into such liquidity agreement.

Remuneration Report

The Remuneration Report provides information on the remuneration earned between January 1, 2016 and December 31, 2016. We provide disclosure of the compensation of our Board, the President and CEO and aggregated compensation information forthe Group Leadership Team.

Board of Directors

In 2016, the aggregate amount of compensation paid to the members of the Board for their services on the Board and its committees equaled EUR 2 050 902.

In accordance with the resolutions passed at the Extraordinary General Meeting on December 2, 2015, and following the successful public exchange offer for all Alcatel Lucent securities, we confirmed the new composition of the Board on January 8, 2016. The newly elected members of the Board were Louis R. Hughes, Jean C. Monty and Olivier Piou. Elizabeth Doherty, who was a member ofthe Board until the successful closing ofthe exchange offer for all Alcatel Lucent securities, stepped down from the Board.

Additionally, the Extraordinary General Meeting resolved that the newly elected members of the Board would receive the same annual remuneration as was paid to the members of the Board elected at the Annual General Meeting on May 5, 2015, prorated for the new Board members' time in service from January 8, 2016 until the closing of the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016.

The Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016 resolved to elect nine members to the Board. The following members of the Board were re-elected for a term ending atthe close ofthe Annual General Meeting in 2017: Vivek Badrinath, Bruce Brown, Louis R. Hughes, Jean C. Monty, Elizabeth Nelson, Olivier Piou, Risto Siilasmaa and Kari Stadigh. Carla Smits-Nusteling was elected as new member of the Board for the same term. For director remuneration resolved by the Annual General Meeting forthe currentterm referto "Remuneration Policy—Board of Directors" above.

On July 29, 2016, Nokia announced that Vivek Badrinath had stepped down from the Board.

The following table outlines the total annual compensation paid in 2016 to the members of the Board for their services, as resolved by shareholders at the Extraordinary General Meeting on December 2, 2015 and the Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016. The table does not include the meeting fees as resolved by the Annual General Meeting in June 2016. The meeting fees for applicable Board and Committee meetings held in 2016 will be paid in 2017. For details of Nokia shares held by the members ofthe Board, referto "—Share ownership—Share ownership ofthe Board of Directors" below.

Compensation paid in 2016(1):

EUR
Risto Siilasmaa, Chair 440 000
Olivier Piou, Vice Chair(2) 255 082
Vivek Badrinath(3) 175 000
Bruce Brown(4) 190 000
Elizabeth Doherty(5)
Louis R. Hughes(6) 240 410
Simon Jiang(7)
Jouko Karvinen(8)
Jean C. Monty(9) 225 410
Elizabeth Nelson(10) 190 000
Carla Smits-Nusteling(11) 175 000
Kari Stadigh(12) 160 000
Total 2 050 902

(1) Approximately 40% of each Board member's annual fee was paid in Nokia shares purchased from the market and the remaining amount of approximately 60% was paid in cash. The meeting fees as resolved by the Annual General Meeting in 2016 will be paid in cash in 2017 and are notincluded in the table.

(2) Consists of EUR 70 082 for services as the Vice Chair ofthe Board from January 8, 2016 until the Annual General Meeting in 2016 and EUR 185 000 for services as the Vice Chair ofthe Board from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(3) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member ofthe Audit Committee. However, Mr. Badrinath stepped down from the Board on July 29, 2016 and has returned to the company the compensation paid to him.

  • (4) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 30 000 for services as the Chair ofthe Personnel Committee.
  • (5) Served as a member of the Audit Committee and a member of the Board until January 8, 2016. She was not paid any compensation during fiscal year 2016, butreceived compensation for the term untilthe close ofthe Annual General Meeting in June 2016 in the fiscal year 2015.
  • (6) Consists of EUR 60 738 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 4 672 for services as a member ofthe Audit Committee from January 8, 2016 untilthe Annual General Meeting in 2016 and of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member of the Audit Committee from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.
  • (7) Served as a member of the Board until the Annual General Meeting in 2016. He was not paid any compensation during fiscal year 2016, butreceived compensation forthe term untilthe close ofthe Annual General Meeting in 2016 in the fiscal year 2015.
  • (8) Served as the Vice Chair of the Board until January 8, 2016, the Chair of the Audit Committee until April 1, 2016 and as a member of the Board until the Annual General Meeting in 2016. He was not paid any compensation during fiscal year 2016, butreceived compensation for the term untilthe close ofthe Annual General Meeting in 2016 in the fiscal year 2015.
  • (9) Consists of EUR 60 738 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 4 672 for services as a member ofthe Audit Committee from January 8, 2016 untilthe Annual General Meeting in June 2016 and of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.
  • (10) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 30 000 for services as the Chair ofthe Audit Committee.
  • (11) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member ofthe Audit Committee.
  • (12) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member ofthe Board.

The President and CEO

The following table shows the remuneration received by the President and CEO in 2016 and 2015. The long-term incentive payments reflect actual payments in the respective years attributable to the vesting of the 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan.

EUR 2016 2015
Salary 1 049 044 1 000 000
Short-term incentive(1) 780 357 1 922 125
Equity-based incentive(2)
From role as Nokia President and CEO
From role as NSN CEO 7 556 598 3 238 542
Other compensation(3) 122 157 145 658
Total 9 508 156 6 306 325

(1) Short-term incentives represent amounts earned in respect ofthe financial year, butthat are paid in April ofthe following year.

(2) Amounts representthe value ofthe 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan. Referto "—2012 Nokia Networks Equity Incentive Plan" above.

(3) Other compensation includes compensation for housing equaling EUR 41 312 (2015: EUR 47 950);travel assistance equaling EUR 33 482 (2015: EUR 48 510); Tax services equaling EUR 19 260 (2015: EUR 17 834) and other benefits including mobile phone, driver and supplemental medical and disability insurance equaling EUR 28 103 (2015: EUR 31 363).

Pursuant to Finnish legislation, Nokia is required to make contributions to the Finnish TyEL pension arrangements in respect of the President and CEO. Such payments can be characterized as defined contribution payments. In 2016, payments to the Finnish state pension system equaled EUR 469 737 (EUR 491 641 in 2015).

Short-term incentive

In line with Nokia's performance in 2016,the short-term incentive ofthe President and CEO equaled EUR 780 357, or 63.5%, ofthe target award, reflecting the challenging market environment.

Long-term incentive

In 2016,the President and CEO was eligible to exercise the final options underthe 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan. The plan was established in 2012 to incentivize the turnaround of the former Nokia Siemens Networks business. The value of the options to the President and CEO reflects the dramatic success ofthe turnaround plan and is borne out by the factthat,today,the core of Nokia's business is networks-related.

In 2016,the President and CEO was awarded the following equity awards underthe Nokia equity program:

Award Units awarded Grant date fair value (EUR) Grant date Vesting date
Performance shares(1) 642 114 3 005 736 July 1, 2016 January 1, 2019
Restricted shares (with individual October 1, 2017,
integration-related performance conditions)(2) 208 700 986 942 August 16, 2016 2018 and 2019

(1) The 2016 performance share plan has a two-year performance period based on financialtargets and a one-year restriction period. Minimum payout underthe plan, even ifthreshold performance is not achieved, is 25% ofthe awarded amount. The maximum payout would be 200% subjectto maximum performance against allthe performance criteria. Vesting is subjectto continued employment.

(2) In 2016, Nokia and certain senior executives ofthe company entered into agreements based on which the vesting of restricted shares granted to them is subjectto fulfillment of predetermined performance conditions related to the successful integration of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent. Performance is currently estimated at 100% payout and the restricted shares are expected to vestin three equal tranches on October 1, 2017, 2018 and 2019. Vesting is subject to continued employment.

The award of restricted shares represents a special long-term incentive to ensure that the President and CEO (and other senior executives) is motivated to deliverthe synergies ofthe Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and share alongside shareholders in the benefits thatthey are expected to deliver.

Share ownership

Our share ownership policy requires that the President and CEO holds a minimum of three times his base salary in Nokia shares in order to ensure alignment with shareholder interests over the long term. This requirement has been met. In 2016, the President and CEO acquired 519 757 Nokia shares. In addition,the 2014 performance share plan vested on January 1, 2017 and consequently 742 297 Nokia shares were delivered to the President and CEO on February 8, 2017.

Units Value (EUR)
Beneficially owned shares as of December 31, 2016(1) 549 480 2 522 113
Vested shares under the 2014 performance share plan delivered on February 8, 2017(2) 742 297 3 377 451
Unvested shares under other Nokia equity plans(3) 1 351 961 6 205 500
Total 2 643 738 12 105 064

(1) The value is based on the closing price of Nokia share of EUR 4.59 on Nasdaq Helsinki on December 30, 2016.

(2) The value and number of units representfair market value of a Nokia share of EUR 4.55 on Nasdaq Helsinki on February 8, 2017 and the net number of shares delivered afterthe applicable taxes was withheld from the number of shares that vested to the President and CEO.

(3) The number of units represents the number of unvested awards at December 31, 2016 including the payout factor of the 2015 performance share plan and excluding the 2014 performance share plan that vested on January 1, 2017. The value is based on the closing price of a Nokia share of EUR 4.59 on Nasdaq Helsinki on December 30, 2016. Vesting is subjectto continued employment.

Group Leadership Team

Following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, the Group Leadership Team has consisted of 13 persons split between Finland, other European countries and the United States. The compensation structure for the Group Leadership Team was set in the Nokia framework honoring inherited agreements where appropriate.

Name Position in 2016 Appointment date
Rajeev Suri President and CEO May 1, 2014
Samih Elhage President of Mobile Networks May 1, 2014
Federico Guillén President of Fixed Networks January 8, 2016
Basil Alwan President of IP/Optical Networks January 8, 2016
Bhaskar Gorti President of Applications & Analytics January 8, 2016
Ramzi Haidamus(1) President of Nokia Technologies September 3, 2014
Timo Ihamuotila(2) Chief Financial Officer September 1, 2011
Hans-Jürgen Bill Chief Human Resources Officer January 8, 2016
Kathrin Buvac Chief Strategy Officer January 8, 2016
Ashish Chowdhary Chief Customer Operations Officer January 8, 2016
Barry French Chief Marketing Officer January 8, 2016
Marc Rouanne Chief Innovation & Operating Officer January 8, 2016
Maria Varsellona Chief Legal Officer January 8, 2016

(1) Ramzi Haidamus was a member of the Group Leadership Team until September 30, 2016.

(2) Timo Ihamuotila was a member of the Group Leadership Team until December 31, 2016. Kristian Pullola was appointed as Chief Financial Officer and a member of the Group Leadership Team as of January 1, 2017. The Group Leadership Team currently consists of twelve (12) members, however, as announced on March 17, 2017, the Group Leadership Team will grow to fourteen (14) members from April 1, 2017.

Remuneration of the Group Leadership Team (excluding the President and CEO) in 2015 and 2016, in the aggregate, was as follows:

2016
EURm(1)
2015
EURm(1)
Salary, short-term incentives and other compensation(2) 22.7 6.3
Equity-based incentives(3) 25.5 3.7
Total 48.2 10.0

(1) In 2016, the Group Leadership Team consisted of up to twelve members (excluding the President and CEO), whereas in 2015 the Group Leadership Team consisted of up to four members (excluding the President and CEO).

(2) Short-term incentives represent amounts earned in respect of 2016 performance. Other compensation includes mobility related payments, local benefits and certain pension costs.

(3) Amounts represent the value of the 2012 Nokia Networks equity incentive plan or other equity awards vesting or stock options exercised during 2016 and share awards from Alcatel Lucent where appropriate.

In 2016, the Group Leadership Team was awarded the following equity awards under the Nokia equity program:

Award Units awarded Grant date fair
value (EUR)
Grant date Vesting date
Performance shares(1) 1 571 478 7 356 200 July 1, and
August 16, 2016
January 1, 2019
Restricted shares (with individual integration-related
performance conditions)(2)
1 015 100 4 800 408 August 16, 2016 October 1, 2017,
2018 and 2019

(1) The 2016 performance share plan has a two-year performance period based on financial targets and a one-year restriction period. Minimum payout under the plan, even if threshold performance is not achieved, is 25% of the awarded amount. The maximum payout would be 200% subject to maximum performance against all the performance criteria. Vesting is subject to continued employment. (2) Nokia and certain senior executives of the company entered into agreements based on which the vesting of restricted shares granted to them is subject to fulfillment of predetermined performance

conditions related to the successful integration of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent. Performance is currently estimated at 100% payout and the restricted shares are expected to vest in three equal tranches on October 1, 2017, 2018 and 2019. Vesting is subject to continued employment.

Review of our incentive plans

Short-term Incentives

Short-term incentive targets and achievements for the members of the Group Leadership Team (excluding the President and CEO) were based on a mix of revenue, operating profit and cash flow targets. These targets are measured either at a Nokia Group level or, alternatively, a mix of Nokia Group and business group level for business group presidents. Payout levels for 2016 represent the challenging business environment in which Nokia has been operating with median payout at 70% oftarget.

Long-term incentives

We have actively introduced a rolling review of compensation against key metrics such as total shareholder return and share price to validate the effectiveness of our equity plans.

The 2014 performance share plan vested on January 1, 2017 with 125.72% ofthe target award vesting based on the achievement against the net sales and earnings per share targets during the performance period.

The 2015 performance share plan will vest on January 1, 2018 with 123.75% ofthe target award vesting based on the achievement against the net sales and earnings per share targets during the performance period.

While short-term performance in 2016 was affected by a challenging market and the integration of Alcatel Lucent, the performance under long-term incentive plans represents the significant turnaround of Nokia from 2013 when it acquired the remainder of Nokia Siemens Networks and the continued focus on delivering profit despite challenging market conditions. The performance of the business in 2014, 2015 and 2016 against targets set in the context of analyst forecasts shows fair rewards for a business well positioned for the longer term.

Share price and total shareholder return vs long-term incentive performance

Nokia total shareholder return (TSR)

* Performance period not yet completed.

Total shareholder return Nokia vs Stoxx 50 vx S&P 500 (January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2016)

Compensation continued

Pay for performance

Core to our compensation philosophy is a desire to pay for performance.

We compare ourselves to a group of peer companies. We rank our performance against the peer group based on total shareholder return and total compensation paid, to ensure that the targets and amounts paid are for superior performance and reflect a balanced view. Data are only publicly available for our peer group for financial years to December 31, 2015. Based on the comparison, the performance of Nokia overthe preceding three years, as measured by total shareholder return, was ranked first, whilstthe compensation paid out to the President and CEO (as opposed to awarded) was ranked second. This shows a strong pay-for-performance alignment at Nokia, and this is illustrated in the chart opposite.

Our Peers

In looking for suitable comparators, we have considered ourselves a European technology company and looked at businesses of similar size, global scale and complexity, such as:

ABB Infineon
ASML Kone
BT Phillips
Deutsche Telekom Rolls-Royce
Ericsson SAP
Hexagon Vodafone

Share ownership

Share ownership of the Board of Directors

As of December 31, 2016, the members of our Board held a total of 4 754 602 shares and ADSs in Nokia, which represented approximately 0.08% of our outstanding shares and total voting rights excluding shares held by Nokia Group.

The following table sets forth the number of shares and ADSs held by the members ofthe Board at December 31, 2016:

Name(1) Shares(1) ADSs(1)
Risto Siilasmaa 1 282 708
Olivier Piou 252 760
Bruce Brown 99 961
Louis R. Hughes 41 827
Jean C. Monty 2 767 557
Elizabeth Nelson 45 868
Carla Smits-Nusteling 13 921
Kari Stadigh 250 000

(1) The number of shares or ADSs includes shares and ADSs received as director compensation as well as shares and ADSs acquired through other means. Stock options or other equity awards that are deemed as being beneficially owned underthe applicable SEC rules are notincluded. For the number of shares or ADSs received as director compensation, referto Note 35, Related party transactions, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

Relative degree of alignment pay vs total shareholder return ranking

Share ownership of the President and CEO and the Nokia Group Leadership Team

The following table sets forth the share ownership ofthe President and CEO, and the other members ofthe Group Leadership Team in office as of December 31, 2016. The share ownership of all members ofthe Group Leadership Team, including the President and CEO, was 1 091 181 Nokia shares, which represented 0.02% ofthe outstanding shares and total voting rights excluding shares held by Nokia Group at December 31, 2016. The share ownership requirement of the President and CEO as well as the members of the Group Leadership Team is described under "—share ownership requirement" above.

Name Position in 2016 Beneficially owned shares
number
Rajeev Suri President and Chief Executive Officer 549 480
Samih Elhage President of Mobile Networks
Federico Guillén President of Fixed Networks 13 498
Basil Alwan President of IP/Optical Networks 163 071
Bhaskar Gorti President of Applications & Analytics 133
Timo Ihamuotila Chief Financial Officer 353 120
Hans-Jürgen Bill Chief Human Resources Officer 10 000
Kathrin Buvac Chief Strategy Officer
Ashish Chowdhary Chief Customer Operations Officer 1 746
Barry French Chief Marketing Officer 133
Marc Rouanne Chief Innovation & Operating Officer
Maria Varsellona Chief Legal Officer

Unvested equity awards held by the Nokia Group Leadership Team as of December 31, 2016

The following table sets forth the potential ownership interest through the holding of equity-based incentives of the Group Leadership Team, including the President and CEO:

Shares receivable
through stock options
Shares receivable
through performance
shares at grant
Shares receivable
through performance
shares at maximum(4)
Shares receivable
through restricted
shares
Number of equity awards held by the
Group Leadership Team(1) 320 000 4 912 265 9 824 530 1 250 480
% ofthe outstanding shares(2) 0.01% 0.09% 0.17% 0.02%
% ofthe total outstanding equity incentives
(per instrument)(3) 19.99% 11.31% 11.31% 20.95%

(1) Includes the 12 members ofthe Group Leadership Team in office as of December 31, 2016. The number of units held under awards made before June 30, 2016 was adjusted to reflectthe impact of the special dividend paid in 2016.

(2) The percentages are calculated in relation to the outstanding number of shares and total voting rights of Nokia as of December 31, 2016, excluding shares held by Nokia Group. No member of the Group Leadership Team owns more than 1% ofthe outstanding Nokia shares.

(3) The percentages are calculated in relation to the total outstanding equity incentives per instrument. The number of units outstanding under awards made before June 30, 2016 reflects the impact of the special dividend paid in 2016.

(4) At maximum performance, underthe performance share plans outstanding as of December 31, 2016,the payout would be 200% and the table reflects this potential maximum payout. The restriction period for the performance share plan 2014 and the performance period for the performance share plan 2015 ended on December 31, 2016 and Nokia's performance against the performance criteria set out in the plan rules, was above the threshold performance level for both plans. The settlement to the participants under the performance share 2014 plan took place in February 2017 and the settlement for the performance share 2015 plan is expected to take place in the beginning of 2018 after the restriction period ends.

General facts on Nokia

General facts on Nokia

Contents

Our history 110
Memorandum and Articles
of Association 111
Selected financial data 113
Shares and shareholders 115
Related party transactions 123
Production of infrastructure
equipment and products 123
Key ratios 124

General facts on Nokia

Our history

Few companies have Nokia's storied capacity for transforming, developing new technologies and adapting to shifts in market conditions. From its beginning in 1865 as a single paper mill operation, Nokia has found and nurtured success in several sectors over the years, including cable, paper products, rubber boots and tires, mobile devices and telecommunications infrastructure equipment.

Nokia's sector-by-sector success over the years has mirrored its geographical rise: from a Finnish-focused company untilthe 1980s with a growing Nordic and European presence;to a genuine European company in the early 1990s; and on to a truly global company from the mid-1990s onward. With the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we further deepen and widen our global reach.

Nokia has been producing telecommunications equipment since the 1880s—almost since telephony began.

A storied past

When Finnish engineer Fredrik Idestam set up his initial wood pulp mill in Southern Finland in 1865, he took the first step in laying the foundation of Nokia's capacity for innovating and finding opportunity. Sensing growing pulp product demand, Idestam opened a second mill a short time later on the Nokianvirta River, inspiring him to name his company Nokia AB.

Idestam's sense of endeavor would continue to prevail in the different phases Nokia would take.

In the 1960s, Nokia became a conglomerate, comprised of rubber, cable, forestry, electronics and power generation businesses, resulting from the merger of Idestam's Nokia AB, and Finnish Cable Works Ltd, a phone and power cable producer founded in 1912, and other businesses.

Transformation anew

It was not long before transformation would call again.

Deregulation of the European telecommunications industries in the 1980s triggered new thinking and fresh business models.

In 1982, Nokia introduced both the firstfully-digital localtelephone exchange in Europe and the world's first car phone forthe Nordic Mobile Telephone analog standard. The breakthrough of GSM (global system for mobile communications) in the 1980s introduced more efficient use of radio frequencies and higher-quality sound. The first GSM call was made with a Nokia phone over the Nokia-built network of a Finnish operator called Radiolinja in 1991.

It was around this time that Nokia made the strategic decision to make telecommunications and mobile phones our core business. Our other businesses, including aluminum, cable, chemicals, paper, rubber, power plant, and television businesses were subsequently divested.

By 1998, Nokia was the world leader in mobile phones, a position it enjoyed for more than a decade.

And still, the business and technology worlds would continue to evolve, as would Nokia.

A shifting industry

In 2007, Nokia combined its telecoms infrastructure operations with those of Siemens to create the NSN joint venture. We later bought Siemens' stake in NSN in 2013 as the business was emerging from a successful strategy shift and the reality of what Nokia calls a Programmable World of connected devices, sensors and people was starting to take shape.

In 2011, we joined with Microsoft to strengthen our position in the highly competitive smartphone market, which in 2014 resulted in the closing ofthe Sale ofthe D&S Business. Nokia emerged from the transaction with a firm financial footing and three strong businesses—Nokia Networks, HERE and Nokia Technologies—focused on connecting the things and people of the Programmable World.

Nokia's transformation was not complete. Our former HERE digital mapping and location services business, an arena we entered in 2006, had been a key pillar of Nokia's operational performance. However, following a strategic review of the business by the Board in light of plans to acquire Alcatel Lucent, Nokia decided to sell its HERE Business.

Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and beyond

The Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent positions Nokia as an innovation leader in next-generation technology and services.

Our reputation as an innovation powerhouse has been bolstered by the addition of Bell Labs, now known as Nokia Bell Labs. Itjoins a future-focused business backed by tens of thousands of engineers and thousands of patentfamilies, a reflection of Nokia's innovation pedigree which has produced a huge array of benefits for consumers, business and society as a whole.

The acquisition helps us shape the connectivity and digitization revolution before us—the Programmable World—in which billions of people, devices, and sensors are connected in a way that opens up a world of possibilities. These can make our planet safer, cleaner, healthier, more sustainable, more efficient and more productive.

Nokia's long history is marked by change and reinvention. We have always been excited by where technology will lead us as we seek to enable the human possibilities of a connected world. We will continue to innovate, reimagining how technology works for us discreetly while blending into, and enriching, our daily lives.

Memorandum and Articles of Association

Registration

Nokia is organized under the laws of the Republic of Finland and registered underthe business identity code 0112038-9. Under its current Articles of Association, Nokia's corporate purpose is to research, develop, manufacture, market, sell and deliver products, software and services in a wide range of consumer and business-to-business markets. These products, software and services relate to, among others, network infrastructure for telecommunication operators and other enterprises, the IoT, human health and well-being, multimedia, big data and analytics, mobile devices and consumer wearables and other electronics. The company may also create, acquire and license intellectual property and software as well as engage in other industrial and commercial operations, including securities trading and other investment activities. The company may carry on its business operations directly,through subsidiary companies, affiliate companies and joint ventures.

Director's voting powers

Under Finnish law, resolutions ofthe Board shall be made by a majority vote. A director shall refrain from taking any part in the consideration of an agreement between the director and the company or third party, or any other issue that may provide any material benefitto him or her, which may be contradictory to the interests of the company. Under Finnish law,there is no age limitrequirementfor directors, and there are no requirements under Finnish law that a director must own a minimum number of shares in orderto qualify to act as a director. However, in accordance with the current company policy, approximately 40% of the annual remuneration payable to the Board members is paid in Nokia shares purchased from the market, and the directors shall retain, until the end of their directorship, such number of shares that corresponds to the number of shares they have received as Board remuneration during their firstthree years of service (the net amountreceived after deducting those shares used for offsetting any costs relating to the acquisition of the shares, including taxes).

Share rights, preferences and restrictions

Each share confers the right to one vote at general meetings. According to Finnish law, a company generally must hold an Annual General Meeting called by the Board within six months from the end of the fiscal year. Additionally,the Board is obliged to call an Extraordinary General Meeting, whenever such meeting is deemed necessary, or at the request of the auditor or shareholders representing a minimum of one-tenth of all outstanding shares. Under our Articles of Association,the Board is elected atleast annually atthe Annual General Meeting of the shareholders for a term ending at the end ofthe next Annual General Meeting.

Under Finnish law, shareholders may attend and vote at general meetings in person or by proxy. It is not customary in Finland for a company to issue forms of proxy to its shareholders. Accordingly, Nokia does not do so. However, registered holders and beneficial owners of ADSs are issued forms of proxy by the Depositary.

To attend and vote at a general meeting, a shareholder must be registered in the register of shareholders in the Finnish book-entry system on or prior to the record date set forth in the notice of the general meeting. A registered holder or a beneficial owner ofthe ADSs, like other beneficial owners whose shares are registered in the company's register of shareholders in the name of a nominee, may vote with their shares provided thatthey arrange to have their name entered in the temporary register of shareholders for the general meeting.

The record date is the eighth business day preceding the meeting. To be entered in the temporary register of shareholders forthe general meeting, a holder of ADSs must provide the Depositary, or have his broker or other custodian provide the Depositary, on or before the voting deadline, as defined in the proxy material issued by the Depositary, a proxy with the following information:the name, address, and social security number or another corresponding personal identification number ofthe holder ofthe ADSs,the number of shares to be voted by the holder of the ADSs and the voting instructions. The register of shareholders as of the record date of each general meeting is public untilthe end ofthe respective meeting. Other nominee registered shareholders can attend and vote at the general meetings by instructing their broker or other custodian to register the shareholder in Nokia's temporary register of shareholders and give the voting instructions in accordance with the broker's or custodian's instructions.

By completing and returning the form of proxy provided by the Depositary, a holder of ADSs also authorizes the Depositary to give a notice to us, required by our Articles of Association, ofthe holder's intention to attend the general meeting.

Each of our shares confers equal rights to share in the distribution of the company's funds. For a description of dividend rights attaching to our shares, referto "—Shares and shareholders". Dividend entitlement lapses after three years if a dividend remains unclaimed for that period, in which case the unclaimed dividend will be retained by Nokia.

Under Finnish law,the rights of shareholders are related to the shares as setforth in law and our Articles of Association. Finnish law or our Articles of Association do not set limitations on the rights to own Nokia securities, including the rights of foreign shareholders to hold or exercise voting rights in the said securities. Amendment ofthe Articles of Association requires a decision of the general meeting, supported by two-thirds of the votes cast and two-thirds of the shares represented at the meeting.

General facts on Nokia continued

Disclosure of shareholder ownership or voting power

According to the Finnish Securities Market Act, which entered into effect on January 1, 2013, a shareholder shall disclose their ownership or voting power to the company and the Finnish Financial Supervisory Authority when the ownership or voting power reaches, exceeds or falls below 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 50 or 90% of allthe shares orthe voting rights outstanding. The term "ownership" includes ownership by the shareholder, as well as selected related parties, and calculating the ownership or voting power covers agreements or other arrangements, which when concluded would cause the proportion of voting rights or number of shares to reach, exceed or fall below the aforementioned limits. Upon receiving such notice,the company shall disclose it by a stock exchange release without undue delay.

Purchase obligation

Our Articles of Association require a shareholder that holds one-third or one-half of all of our shares to purchase the shares of all other shareholders that so request, at a price generally based on the historical weighted average trading price of the shares. A shareholder who becomes subject to the purchase obligation is also obligated to purchase any subscription rights, stock options or convertible bonds issued by the company if so requested by the holder. The purchase price ofthe shares under our Articles of Association is the higher of: (a) the weighted average trading price ofthe shares on Nasdaq Helsinki during the ten business days prior to the day on which we have been notified by the purchaserthatits holding has reached or exceeded the threshold referred to above or, in the absence of such notification or its failure to arrive within the specified period,the day on which our Board otherwise becomes aware ofthis; or (b)the average price, weighted by the number of shares, which the purchaser has paid for the shares it has acquired during the last 12 months preceding the date referred to in (a).

Underthe Finnish Securities Market Act, a shareholder whose voting power exceeds 30% or 50% ofthe total voting rights in a company shall, within one month, offerto purchase the remaining shares ofthe company, as well as any other rights entitling to the shares issued by the company, such as subscription rights, convertible bonds or stock options issued by the company. The purchase price shall be the market price of the securities in question. The market price is determined on the basis ofthe highest price paid forthe security during the preceding six months by the shareholder or any party in close connection to the shareholder. This price can be deviated from for a specific reason. Ifthe shareholder or any related party has not during the six months preceding the offer acquired any securities that are the targetforthe offer,the market price is determined based on the average of the prices paid for the security in public trading during the preceding three months weighted by the volume of trade. This price can be deviated from for a specific reason.

Underthe Finnish Companies Act, a shareholder whose holding exceeds nine-tenths of the total number of shares or voting rights in Nokia has both the right and, upon a requestfrom the minority shareholders, the obligation to purchase all the shares of the minority shareholders for the current market price. The market price is determined, among other things, on the basis of the recent market price of the shares. The purchase procedure under the Finnish Companies Act differs, and the purchase price may differ, from the purchase procedure and price under the Finnish Securities Market Act, as discussed above. However, if the threshold of nine-tenths has been exceeded through either a mandatory or a voluntary public offer pursuant to the Finnish Securities Market Act, the market price under the Finnish Companies Actis deemed to be the price offered in the public offer, unless there are specific reasons to deviate from it.

Pre-emptive rights

In connection with any offering of shares,the existing shareholders have a pre-emptive rightto subscribe for shares offered in proportion to the amount of shares in their possession. However, a general meeting of shareholders may vote, by a majority of two-thirds of the votes cast and two-thirds of the shares represented at the meeting, to waive this pre-emptive right provided that, from the company's perspective, weighty financial grounds exist.

Underthe Finnish Act on the Monitoring of Foreign Corporate Acquisitions (2012/172 as amended), a notification to the Ministry of Employment and the Economy is required for a non-resident of Finland, directly or indirectly, when acquiring one-tenth or more of the voting power or corresponding factual influence in a company. The Ministry of Employment and the Economy has to confirm the acquisition unless the acquisition would jeopardize important national interests, in which case the matter is referred to the Council of State. If the company in question is operating in the defense sector, an approval by the Ministry of Employment and the Economy is required before the acquisition is made. These requirements are not applicable if, for instance, the voting power is acquired in a share issue that is proportional to the holder's ownership of the shares. Moreover, the requirements do not apply to residents of countries in the European Economic Area or EFTA countries.

Selected financial data

The financial data set forth below at and for the years ended December 31, 2016 and 2015 and for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2016 has been derived from our audited consolidated financial statements included in this annual report. Financial data at December 31, 2014 has been derived from our historical audited consolidated financial statements not included in this annual report. The financial data at December 31, 2016 and 2015 and for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2016 should be read in conjunction with, and are qualified in their entirety by reference to, our audited consolidated financial statements.

2016 2015 2014
For the year ended December 31 (in EURm, except for percentage and personnel data)
From the consolidated income statement – Continuing operations
Net sales 23 614 12 499 11 762
Change % 88.9% 6.3% (0.3)%
Operating (loss)/profit (1 100) 1 697 1 414
% of net sales (4.7)% 13.6% 12.0%
Financial income and expenses, net (287) (186) (403)
(Loss)/profit before tax (1 369) 1 540 999
Income tax benefit/(expense) 457 (346) 1 719
(Loss)/profit attributable to equity holders of the parent (751) 1 192 2 710
(Loss)/profit attributable to non-controlling interests (161) 2 8
(Loss)/profit from Continuing operations (912) 1 194 2 718
Earnings per share (for (loss)/profit attributable to equity holders of the parent)
Basic earnings per share, EUR (0.13) 0.32 0.73
Diluted earnings per share, EUR (0.13) 0.31 0.67
From the statement of financial position
Non-current assets 24 182 5 102 7 339
Cash and other liquid assets(1) 9 326 9 849 7 715
Other current assets 11 349 5 975 6 009
Assets held for sale and assets of disposal groups classified as held for sale 44
Total assets 44 901 20 926 21 063
Capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent 20 094 10 503 8 611
Non-controlling interests 881 21 58
Non-interest bearing liabilities(2) 19 899 8 328 9 702
Interest-bearing liabilities(3) 4 027 2 074 2 692
Total equity and liabilities 44 901 20 926 21 063
Other information
Research and development expenses (4 904) (2 080) (1 904)
% of net sales (20.8)% (16.6)% (16.2)%
Purchases of property, plant and equipment, and intangible assets(4) (477) (278) (254)
% of net sales (2.0)% (2.2)% (2.2)%
Salaries and social expenses (7 854) (3 738) (3 381)
Average number of employees 102 687 56 690 51 499
Key financial indicators
Cash dividends per share, EUR(5) 0.17 0.26 0.14
Dividends(6) 972 1 501 511
Return of capital employed, % neg. 14.1% 11.2%
Return on shareholders' equity, % neg. 12.5% 35.9%
Equity ratio, % 51.7 % 59.0% 49.3%
Net debt to equity (gearing), % (25.3)% (73.9)% (57.9)%
Net cash 5 299 7 775 5 023
Free cash flow (1 931) 193 964

(1) Cash and other liquid assets consist of the following line items from our consolidated statement of financial position: cash and cash equivalents, available-for-sale investments, liquid assets and investments at fair value through profit and loss, liquid assets.

(2) Includes deferred tax liabilities, deferred revenue and other long-term liabilities, provisions, other financial liabilities, current income tax liabilities, accounts payable and accrued expenses and deferred revenue and other liabilities.

(3) Includes long-term interest-bearing liabilities, current portion of long-term interest-bearing liabilities and short-term borrowings.

(4) Includes purchases of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets for Continuing operations.

(5) The Board proposes a cash dividend of EUR 0.17 per share for 2016 for the shareholders' approval at the Annual General Meeting convening on May 23, 2017. (6) Maximum amount to be distributed as dividends based on the number of shares at December 31, 2016 excluding the number of shares owned by the Group companies. Comparative figures represents the total actual amounts paid.

General facts on Nokia continued

Exchange rate data

Our business and results of operations are, from time to time, affected by changes in exchange rates, particularly between the euro, our reporting currency, and other currencies such as the U.S. dollar,the Chinese yuan,the Japanese yen and the Korean won. The following table sets forth information concerning the noon buying rate forthe years 2012 to 2016 and for each ofthe months in the six-month period ended February 28, 2017, expressed in U.S. dollars per euro. The average rate for a year means the average ofthe exchange rates on the last day of each month during a year. The average rate for a month means the average of the daily exchange rates during that month.

End of period rate Average rate Highest rate Lowest rate
For the year ended December 31 (unless otherwise specified) (USD per EUR)
2012 1.3186 1.2909 1.3463 1.2062
2013 1.3779 1.3303 1.3816 1.2774
2014 1.2101 1.3210 1.3927 1.2101
2015 1.0859 1.1032 1.2015 1.0524
2016 1.0552 1.1029 1.1516 1.0375
September 30, 2016 1.1238 1.1218 1.1271 1.1158
October 31, 2016 1.0962 1.1014 1.1212 1.0866
November 30, 2016 1.0578 1.0792 1.1121 1.0560
December 30, 2016 1.0552 1.0545 1.0758 1.0375
January 31, 2017 1.0794 1.0635 1.0794 1.0416
February 28, 2017 1.0618 1.0650 1.0802 1.0551
March 1, 2017 to March 10, 2017 1.0667 1.0575 1.0667 1.0514

On March 10, 2017,the noon buying rate was USD 1.0667 per EUR 1.00.

Shares and shareholders

Shares and share capital

Nokia has one class of shares. Each Nokia share entitles the holder to one vote at general meetings of Nokia.

As of December 31, 2016,the share capital of Nokia Corporation equaled EUR 245 896 461.96 and the total number of shares issued was 5 836 055 012. As of December 31, 2016,the total number of shares included 115 551 878 shares owned by Group companies representing approximately 2.0% ofthe total number of shares and the total voting rights.

Nokia does not have minimum or maximum share capital or a par value of a share.

As of December 31 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Share capital, EURm 246 246 246 246 246
Shares, (000s) 5 836 055 3 992 864 3 745 044 3 744 994 3 744 956
Shares owned by the Group, (000s) 115 552 53 669 96 901 32 568 33 971
Number of shares excluding shares owned by the Group, (000s) 5 720 503 3 939 195 3 648 143 3 712 427 3 710 985
Average number of shares excluding shares owned by the Group
during the year, (000s), basic
5 732 371 3 670 934 3 698 723 3 712 079 3 710 845
Average number of shares excluding shares owned by the Group
during the year, (000s), diluted
5 741 117 3 949 312 4 131 602 3 712 079 3 710 845
Number of registered shareholders(1) 237 700 209 509 216 830 225 587 250 799

(1) Each account operator is included in the figure as only one registered shareholder.

Key ratios

As of December 31, Continuing operations 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Earnings per share for (loss)/profit attributable
to equity holders of the parent
Earnings per share, basic, EUR (0.13) 0.32 0.73 0.07 (0.16)
Earnings per share, diluted, EUR (0.13) 0.31 0.67 0.07 (0.16)
P/E ratio, basic(1) neg. 20.6 8.99 83.14 neg.
Dividend per share, EUR(2) 0.17 0.26 0.14 0.37
Total dividends paid, EURm(2)(3) 972 1 501 511 1 374
Payout ratio, basic(2) neg. 0.81 0.19 5.29 neg.
Dividend yield, %(2) 3.70 3.94 2.13 6.36
Shareholders' equity per share, EUR(4) 3.51 2.67 2.36 1.74 2.14
Market capitalization, EURm(4) 26 257 25 999 23 932 21 606 10 873

(1) Based on Nokia closing share price at year-end.

(2) The Board proposes a cash dividend of EUR 0.17 per share for 2016, subjectto shareholders' approval atthe Annual General Meeting convening on May 23, 2017.

(3) For 2016,the figure represents the maximum amountto be distributed as dividends, based on the number of shares as of December 31, 2016, excluding the number of shares owned by the Group companies. Comparative figures representthe total actual amounts paid.

(4) Excludes shares owned by Group companies.

Reductions of share capital and number of shares

Type of reduction Year Number of
shares
000s
Amount
of reduction
of the share
capital
EURm
Amount
of reduction
of the restricted
capital
EURm
Amount
of reduction
of the retained
earnings
EURm
Cancellation of shares 2012
Cancellation of shares 2013
Cancellation of shares 2014
Cancellation of shares 2015 66 904
Cancellation of shares 2016

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Share turnover

2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Share turnover (000s)(1) 9 604 722 8 490 823 9 278 853 16 748 295 19 995 211
Total number of shares (000s) 5 836 055 3 992 823 3 745 044 3 744 956 3 744 956
% oftotal number of shares 165 213 248 447 534

(1) Source: Nasdaq Helsinki,the NYSE composite tape and Euronext Paris (since November 2015).

The principal trading markets for the shares are Nasdaq Helsinki and Euronext Paris, in the form of shares, and the NYSE, in the form of ADSs.

Nasdaq Helsinki share prices(1)

EUR 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Low/high 3.66/6.99 4.91/7.87 4.89/6.97 2.30/6.03 1.33/4.46
Average(2) 5.07 6.53 5.99 3.57 2.62
Year-end 4.59 6.60 6.56 5.82 2.93

(1) Source: Nasdaq Helsinki. (2) Total turnover divided by total volume.

Euronext Paris share prices(1)

EUR 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Low/high 3.66/6.99 6.29/7.15
Average(2) 4.98 6.66
Year-end 4.57 6.59

(1) Source: Euronext Paris.

NYSE share prices (ADS)(1)

(2) Total turnover divided by total volume.

USD 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
Low/high 4.04/7.55 5.71/8.37 6.64/8.73 3.02/8.18 1.63/5.87
Average(2) 5.64 7.28 7.79 4.82 3.41
Year-end 4.81 7.02 7.86 8.11 3.95

(1) Source: The NYSE composite tape. (2) Total turnover divided by total volume.

Nokia share prices on Nasdaq Helsinki (EUR) and the NYSE (USD) 2012–2016

Stock option exercises 2012–2016

Year Stock option category Subscription price
EUR
Number of new
shares 000s
Date of
payment
Net proceeds
EURm
New share capital
EURm
2012 Nokia Stock Option Plan 2007 2Q 18.39 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2007 3Q 21.86 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2007 4Q 27.53 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 1Q 24.15 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 2Q 19.16 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 3Q 17.80 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 4Q 12.43 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 1Q 9.82 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 2Q 11.18 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 3Q 9.28 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 4Q 8.76 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 1Q 10.11 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 2Q 8.86 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 3Q 7.29 0 2012 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 4Q 7.59 0 2012 0.00
Total 0 0.00
2013 Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 1Q 24.15 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 2Q 19.16 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 3Q 17.80 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2008 4Q 12.43 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 1Q 9.82 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 2Q 11.18 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 3Q 9.28 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 4Q 8.76 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 1Q 10.11 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 2Q 8.86 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 3Q 7.29 0 2013 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 4Q 7.59 0 2013 0.00
Total 0 0.00
2014 Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 1Q 9.56 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 2Q 10.92 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 3Q 9.02 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2009 4Q 8.50 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 1Q 9.85 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 2Q 8.60 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 3Q 7.03 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 4Q 7.33 0 2014 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 2Q 5.76 50 2014 0.29
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 3Q 3.50 0 2014 0.00
Total 50 0.29

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Year Stock option category Subscription price
EUR
Number of new
shares 000s
Date of
payment
Net proceeds
EURm
New share capital
EURm
2015 Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 1Q 9.85 0 2015 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 2Q 8.60 0 2015 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 3Q 7.03 0 2015 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2010 4Q 7.33 0 2015 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 2Q 5.76 442 2015 2.55
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 3Q 3.50 212 2015 0.74
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 4Q 4.58 90 2015 0.41
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 1Q 3.58 0 2015 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 2Q 2.18 213 2015 0.47
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 3Q 1.92 285 2015 0.55
Total 1 242 4.72
2016 Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 2Q 5.66 104 2016 0.60
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 3Q 3.40 0 2016 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2011 4Q 4.48 0 2016 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 1Q 3.48 0 2016 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 2Q 2.08 240 2016 0.51
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 3Q 1.82 308 2016 0.57
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2012 4Q 1.76 10 2016 0.02
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2013 1Q 2.58 0 2016 0.00
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2013 2Q 2.35 166 2016 0.39
Nokia Stock Option Plan 2013 3Q 2.72 5 2016 0.01
Total 833 2.10

Shareholders

As of December 31, 2016, shareholders registered in Finland represented 17.46% and shareholders registered in the name of a nominee represented 82.54% ofthe total number of shares of Nokia Corporation. The number of directly registered shareholders was 237 700 as of December 31, 2016. Each account operator (14) is included in this figure as only one registered shareholder.

Largest shareholders registered in Finland as of December 31, 2016(1)

Shareholder Total number
of shares 000s
% of all shares % of all voting rights
Varma Mutual Pension Insurance Company 62 722 1.07 1.09
Schweizerische Nationalbank 38 498 0.66 0.67
The State Pension Fund 38 000 0.65 0.66
Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company 29 820 0.51 0.52
Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company 18 499 0.32 0.32
Folketrygdfondet 18 389 0.32 0.32
Lival Oy Ab 14 626 0.25 0.26
Svenska Litteratursällskapet i Finland rf 14 394 0.25 0.25
Nordea Finland Fund 13 263 0.23 0.23
Keva (Local Government Pensions Institution) 10 849 0.19 0.19

(1) Excluding nominee registered shares and shares owned by Nokia Corporation. Nokia Corporation owned 104 093 217 shares as of December 31, 2016.

Breakdown of share ownership as of December 31, 2016(1)

By number of shares owned Number of
shareholders
% of
shareholders
Total number
of shares
% of
all shares
1–100 47 964 20.18 2 774 317 0.05
101–1 000 115 933 48.77 53 091 780 0.91
1 001–10 000 65 028 27.36 203 634 514 3.49
10 001–100 000 8 267 3.48 200 858 393 3.44
100 001–500 000 388 0.16 77 417 339 1.33
500 001–1 000 000 43 0.02 29 450 835 0.51
1 000 001–5 000 000 53 0.02 126 843 622 2.17
Over 5 000 000 24 0.01 5 141 984 212 88.11
Total 237 700 100.00 5 836 055 012 100.00

(1) The breakdown covers only shareholders registered in Finland, and each account operator (14) is included in the number of shareholders as only one registered shareholder. As a result, the breakdown is not illustrative of the entire shareholder base of Nokia.

By nationality % of shares
Non-Finnish shareholders 82.54
Finnish shareholders 17.46
Total 100.00
By shareholder category (Finnish shareholders) % of shares
Corporations 3.50
Households 7.67
Financial and insurance institutions 2.09
Non-profit organizations 1.08
Governmental bodies (incl. pension insurance companies) 3.12
Total 17.46

As of December 31, 2016, a total of 617 976 509 ADSs (equivalentto the same number of shares or approximately 10.59% ofthe total outstanding shares) were outstanding and held of record by 139 658 registered holders in the United States. We are aware that many ADSs are held of record by brokers and other nominees, and accordingly the above number of holders is not necessarily representative ofthe actual number of persons who are beneficial holders of ADSs orthe number of ADSs beneficially held by such persons. Based on information available from Automatic Data Processing Inc.,the number of beneficial owners of ADSs as of December 31, 2016 was 391 848.

Based on information known to us as of March 22, 2017, as of November 26, 2015 Blackrock, Inc. beneficially owned 287 009 903 Nokia shares or convertible bonds combined, which atthattime corresponded to approximately 7.19% ofthe total number of shares and voting rights of Nokia. All of our shareholders have the same voting rights, referto "Board review—Shares and share capital".

To our knowledge, Nokia is not directly or indirectly owned or controlled by any other corporation or any government, and there are no arrangements that may result in a change of control of Nokia.

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Shares and stock options owned by the members of the Board and the Nokia Group Leadership Team

As of December 31, 2016, members of the Board and the Group Leadership Team owned an aggregate of 3 142 338 shares which represented approximately 0.05% ofthe aggregate number of shares and voting rights. They also owned stock options which, if exercised in full, including both exercisable and non-exercisable stock options, would be exercisable for an additional 310 000 shares representing approximately 0.005% of the total number of shares and voting rights as of December 31, 2016.

Authorizations

Authorizations to issue shares and special rights entitling to shares

At the Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2015, Nokia shareholders authorized the Board to issue a maximum of 730 million shares through one or more issues of shares or special rights entitling to shares. The Board was authorized to issue either new shares or shares held by the company. The authorization included the rightforthe Board to resolve on allthe terms and conditions of such share and special rights issuances, including issuance in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive rights. The authorization may be used to develop the company's capital structure, diversify the shareholder base, finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, settle the company's equity-based incentive plans, or for other purposes resolved by the Board. The authorization that would have been effective until November 5, 2016 was terminated by a resolution of Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016.

At the Extraordinary General Meeting held on December 2, 2015, Nokia shareholders authorized the Board to issue, in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive right, a maximum of 2 100 million shares through one or more share issues. The authorization includes the right for the Board to resolve on allthe terms and conditions of such share issuances. The authorization may be used to issue Nokia shares to the holders of Alcatel Lucent shares, ADSs and convertible bonds as well as to beneficiaries of Alcatel Lucent employee equity compensation arrangements for the purpose of implementing the transaction with Alcatel Lucent, including the consummation of the public exchange offers for all outstanding Alcatel Lucent securities made to Alcatel Lucent shareholders as well as othertransactions contemplated by the memorandum of understanding between Nokia and Alcatel Lucent, and/or otherwise to effectthe combination of Nokia and Alcatel Lucent. The authorization is effective until December 2, 2020. On November 2, 2016 Nokia reached 100% ownership of Alcatel Lucent.

At the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016, Nokia shareholders authorized the Board to issue a maximum of 1 150 million shares through one or more issues of shares or special rights entitling to shares. The Board is authorized to issue either new shares or shares held by the company. The authorization includes the rightforthe Board to resolve on allthe terms and conditions of such share and special rights issuances, including issuance in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive rights. The authorization may be used to develop the company's capital structure, diversify the shareholder base, finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, settle the company's equity-based incentive plans, or for other purposes resolved by the Board. The authorization is effective until December 16, 2017.

As of December 31, 2016, the Board had no other authorizations to issue shares, convertible bonds, warrants or stock options.

Authorization to repurchase shares

At the Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2015, Nokia shareholders authorized the Board to repurchase a maximum of 365 million shares. The amount corresponded to less than 10% ofthe total number ofthe company's shares. The shares may be repurchased in orderto optimize the capital structure ofthe company, in orderto finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements,to settle the company's equity-based incentive plans orto be transferred for other purposes. The authorization that would have been effective until November 5, 2016 was terminated by a resolution of the Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016.

At the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016, Nokia shareholders authorized the Board to repurchase a maximum of 575 million Nokia shares. The amount corresponds to less than 10% ofthe total number ofthe company's shares. The shares may be repurchased in order to optimize the capital structure ofthe company,to finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements,to settle the company's equity-based incentive plans, orto be transferred for other purposes. The authorization is effective until December 16, 2017.

On November 15, 2016, in line with its previously announced EUR 7 billion capital structure optimization program,the Board resolved to commence a share repurchase program under the authorization granted by the Nokia Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016. The Board resolved to repurchase a maximum of 575 million Nokia shares up to an equivalent of EUR 1 billion.

Period Total number of
shares purchased
Average price
paid per share, EUR
Total number of shares
purchased as part of
publicly announced plans
or programs(1)
Maximum value
of shares that may yet
be purchased under the
plans or programs, EUR
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November(2) 20 880 143 3.95 20 880 143 917 499 980
December 33 416 039 4.43 33 416 039 769 389 815
Total 54 296 182 4.25 54 296 182 769 389 815

(1) On October 29, 2015 Nokia announced a capital structure optimization program including share repurchases. In line with the program, a EUR 1 billion share purchase program was announced on

November 15, 2016. (2) Repurchases commenced on November 16, 2016.

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Offer and listing details

Our capital consists of shares traded on Nasdaq Helsinki underthe symbol "NOKIA" and Euronext Paris underthe symbol "NOKIA". Our ADSs, each representing one of our shares, are traded on the NYSE underthe symbol "NOK". The ADSs are evidenced by American Depositary Receipts ("ADRs") issued by Citibank, N.A., as the Depositary underthe Amended and Restated Deposit Agreement dated as of March 28, 2000 (as amended), among Nokia, Citibank, N.A. and registered holders from time to time of ADRs, as amended on February 6, 2008.

The table below sets forth, for the periods indicated, the reported high and low quoted prices for our shares on Nasdaq Helsinki and Euronext Paris, and the high and low quoted prices for the ADSs, as reported on the NYSE composite tape.

Nasdaq Helsinki
price per share
New York Stock Exchange
price per ADS
Euronext Paris
price per share(1)
High Low High Low High Low
EUR USD EUR
2012 4.46 1.33 5.87 1.63
2013 6.03 2.30 8.18 3.02
2014 6.97 4.89 8.73 6.64
2015
First Quarter 7.38 6.33 8.14 7.40
Second Quarter 7.87 5.71 8.37 6.30
Third Quarter 6.55 4.91 7.10 5.71
Fourth Quarter 7.11 5.92 7.63 6.53 7.15 6.29
Full year 7.87 4.91 8.37 5.71 7.15 6.29
2016
First Quarter 6.99 5.06 7.55 5.74 6.99 5.06
Second Quarter 5.58 4.48 6.31 5.01 5.57 4.17
Third Quarter 5.38 4.56 5.99 5.22 5.38 4.56
Fourth Quarter 5.20 3.66 5.83 4.04 5.20 3.66
Full year 6.99 3.66 7.55 4.04 6.99 3.66
Most recent six months
September 2016 5.20 4.78 5.89 5.40 5.20 4.78
October 2016 5.20 4.06 5.83 4.47 5.20 4.06
November 2016 4.17 3.66 4.53 4.04 4.17 3.66
December 2016 4.74 3.93 4.99 4.20 4.75 3.93
January 2017 4.67 4.15 4.99 4.50 4.71 4.15
February 2017 4.92 4.12 5.21 4.52 4.92 4.13
March 10, 2017(2) 5.01 4.82 5.38 5.16 5.00 4.82

(1) Nokia's listing and trading on Euronext Paris commenced on November 19, 2015.

(2) For the period until March 10, 2017.

Related party transactions

Other than the paid compensation, as described above, there have been no materialtransactions during the lastthree fiscal years to which any director, executive officer or 5% shareholder, or any relative or spouse of any ofthem, was a party. There is no significant outstanding indebtedness owed to Nokia by any director, executive officer or 5% shareholder.

In 2016, through the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, we also acquired Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co. Ltd ("ASB"), a partly owned subsidiary incorporated in China, which has a counterparty, China Huaxin, with a non-controlling interest(50% less one share)thatis materialto the Group. ASB, with its subsidiaries in China and the rest of the world, including the RFS Group, comprise the Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Group. Referto Note 33, Significant partly-owned subsidiaries, and Note 35, Related party transactions, of our consolidated financial statements included in this annual report.

Production of infrastructure equipment and products

Our operations team handles the supply chain management of all its hardware, software and original equipment manufacturer products. This includes supply planning, manufacturing, distribution, procurement, logistics and supply.

On December 31, 2016, we had twelve manufacturing facilities globally: one in Australia, one in Brazil,three in China, one in Finland, two in France, one in Germany, one in India, one in the United Kingdom and one in the United States.

Most of our production and assembly is outsourced, while the remaining portion is carried out in our production sites. This system provides us with considerable flexibility in our manufacturing and enables us to meet demands related to cost, availability and customer requirements more easily.

The table below shows the productive capacity per location of significant manufacturing facilities for our infrastructure equipment on December 31, 2016.

Country Location and products(1) Productive
capacity,
Net (m2)
(2)
Australia Kilsyth: radio frequency systems 5 000
Brazil Embu: radio frequency systems 7 800
China Shanghai: fixed access and wireless access
systems
23 000
China Shanghai (cable): radio frequency systems 9 200
China Shanghai (antenna): radio frequency systems 5 600
Finland Oulu: base stations 16 000
France Calais: submarine cables 48 000
France Trignac: radio frequency systems 10 200
Germany Hanover: radio frequency systems 21 000
India Chennai: base stations, radio controllers
and transmission systems 12 800
UK Greenwich: submarine cables 19 500
USA Meriden: radio frequency systems 31 000

(1) We considerthe production capacity of our manufacturing network to be sufficientto meet the requirements of its network infrastructure business. The extent of utilization of our manufacturing facilities varies from plant to plant and from time to time during the year. None of these facilities is subject to a material encumbrance.

(2) Productive capacity equals the total area allotted to manufacturing and to the storage of manufacturing-related materials.

General facts on Nokia continued

Key ratios

Operating profit Profit before interest and taxes

Earnings per share (basic)

Profit attributable to equity holders ofthe parent Average adjusted number of shares during the year

Earnings per share (diluted)

Adjusted profit attributable to equity holders ofthe parent Average number of shares during the year adjusted for the effect of dilutive shares

P/E ratio

Closing share price at December 31 Earnings per share (basic) for Continuing operations

Payout ratio

Dividend per share Earnings per share (basic) for Continuing operations

Dividend yield %

Dividend per share Closing share price at December 31

Shareholders' equity per share

Capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent Number of shares at December 31—number oftreasury shares at December 31

Market capitalization

(Number of shares at December 31—number oftreasury shares at December 31) x closing share price at December 31

Share turnover %

Number of shares traded during the year Average number of shares during the year

Interest-bearing liabilities

Long-term interest-bearing liabilities (including the current portion thereof) + short-term borrowings

Return on capital employed %

Profit before taxes + interest and other financial expenses Average capital and reserves attributable to the Company's equity holders + average non-controlling interests + average interest-bearing liabilities

Return on shareholders' equity %

Profit attributable to the equity holders ofthe parent Average capital and reserves attributable to the company's equity holders during the year

Equity ratio %

Capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent + non-controlling interests Total assets—advance payments received

Net debt to equity (gearing) %

Interest-bearing liabilities—cash and other liquid assets Capital and reserves attributable to the equity holders of the parent + non-controlling interests

Net cash

Total cash and other liquid assets—interest-bearing liabilities

Free cash flow(1)

Net cash from/(used in) operating activities—purchases of property, plant and equipment, and intangible assets

(1) The consolidated statement of cash flows combines cash flows from both Continuing operations and Discontinued operations.

Financial statements

Contents

Consolidated income statement 126
Consolidated statement of
comprehensive income 127
Consolidated statement of
financial position 128
Consolidated statement of cash flows 129
Consolidated statement of changes
in shareholders' equity 130
Notes to consolidated financial
statements 132
1.
Corporate information
132
2.
Significant accounting policies
132
3.
Use of estimates and critical
accounting judgments 139
4.
Segment information
142
5.
Acquisitions
144 10. Prepaid expenses and
6.
Disposals treated as
Discontinued operations 148
7.
Revenue recognition
151
8.
Expenses by nature
151
9.
Personnel expenses
152
10. Other income and expenses 152
11. Financial income and expenses 153
12. Income taxes 153
13. Earnings per share 156
14. Intangible assets 157
15. Property, plant and equipment 158
16. Impairment 159
17. Inventories 160
18. Allowances for doubtful accounts 161
19. Prepaid expenses and
accrued income 161
20. Shares of the Parent Company 162
21. Fair value and other reserves 163
22. Other comprehensive income 164
23. Interest-bearing liabilities 165
24. Fair value of financial instruments 166
25. Derivative financial instruments 169
26. Share-based payment 170
27. Pensions and other
post-employment benefits 173
28. Accrued expenses, deferred
revenue and other liabilities 180
29. Provisions 181
30. Commitments and contingencies 183
31. Notes to the consolidated
statement of cash flows 184
32. Principal Group companies 184
33. Significant partly-owned subsidiaries 185
34. Investments in associates
and other companies 185
35. Related party transactions 186
36. Risk management 188
37. Subsequent events 195
Parent Company income statement 196
Parent Company statement of
financial position 197
Parent Company statement of cash flows 199
Notes to Parent Company financial
statements 200
1. Accounting principles 200
2. Personnel expenses 202
3.
Auditor's fees
202
4. Other income 202
5. Financial income and expenses 203
6. Group contributions 203
7. Income taxes 203
8. Property, plant and equipment 204
9. Investments 204
10. Prepaid expenses and
accrued income 205
11. Shareholders' equity 205
12. Distributable earnings 205
13. Fair value and other reserves 206
14. Fair value of financial instruments 206
15. Derivative financial instruments 208
16. Provisions 209
17. Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 209
18. Accrued expenses and
deferred revenue 209
19. Commitments and contingencies 209
20 Loans granted to the management
of the company 209
21. Notes to the statement
of cash flows 210
22. Principal Group companies 210
23. Shares of the Parent Company 210
24. Risk management 210
25. Subsequent events 210
Signing of the Annual Accounts 2016
and proposal by the Board of
Directors for distribution of profit 211
Auditor's report 212

Consolidated income statement

For the year ended December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015(1)
EURm
2014(1)
EURm
Net sales 4, 7 23 614 12 499 11 762
Cost of sales 8 (15 158) (6 963) (6 774)
Gross profit 8 456 5 536 4 988
Research and development expenses 8 (4 904) (2 080) (1 904)
Selling, general and administrative expenses 8 (3 819) (1 772) (1 559)
Other income 10 116 236 118
Other expenses 8, 10 (949) (223) (229)
Operating (loss)/profit (1 100) 1 697 1 414
Share of results of associated companies and joint ventures 34 18 29 (12)
Financial income and expenses 11 (287) (186) (403)
(Loss)/profit before tax (1 369) 1 540 999
Income tax benefit/(expense) 12 457 (346) 1 719
(Loss)/profit for the year from Continuing operations (912) 1 194 2 718
(Loss)/profit for the year from Continuing operations attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent (751) 1 192 2 710
Non-controlling interests (161) 2 8
(Loss)/profit for the year from Continuing operations (912) 1 194 2 718
(Loss)/profit for the year from Discontinued operations attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent (15) 1 274 752
Non-controlling interests 6
(Loss)/profit for the year from Discontinued operations 6 (15) 1 274 758
(Loss)/profit for the year attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent (766) 2 466 3 462
Non-controlling interests (161) 2 14
(Loss)/profit for the year (927) 2 468 3 476
Earnings per share attributable to equity holders of the parent 13 EUR EUR EUR
Basic earnings per share
Continuing operations (0.13) 0.32 0.73
Discontinued operations 0.00 0.35 0.20
(Loss)/profit for the year (0.13) 0.67 0.94
Diluted earnings per share
Continuing operations (0.13) 0.31 0.67
Discontinued operations 0.00 0.32 0.18
(Loss)/profit for the year (0.13) 0.63 0.85
Average number of shares 000s shares 000s shares 000s shares
Basic
Continuing operations 5 732 371 3 670 934 3 698 723
Discontinued operations 5 732 371 3 670 934 3 698 723
(Loss)/profit for the year 5 732 371 3 670 934 3 698 723
Diluted
Continuing operations 5 741 117 3 949 312 4 131 602
Discontinued operations 5 741 117 3 949 312 4 131 602
(Loss)/profit for the year 5 741 117 3 949 312 4 131 602

(1) In 2016, following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, the Group adopted a new financial reporting structure which resulted in changes to allocation and presentation principles of certain costs. Comparatives for 2015 and 2014 have been recasted to reflect the new financial reporting structure.

Consolidated statement of comprehensive income

For the year ended December 31
Notes
2016
EURm
2015
EURm
2014
EURm
(Loss)/profit for the year (927) 2 468 3 476
Other comprehensive income
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:
Remeasurements on defined benefit plans 613 112 (275)
Income tax related to items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss (269) (28) 96
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:
Translation differences 251 (1 054) 820
Net investment hedges (103) 322 (167)
Cash flow hedges 14 (5) (30)
Available-for-sale investments (75) 113 106
Other (decrease)/increase, net (6) 2 40
Income tax related to items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss 20 (88) 16
Other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax 22
445
(626) 606
Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (482) 1 842 4 082
Attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent (277) 1 837 4 061
Non-controlling interests (205) 5 21
Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the year (482) 1 842 4 082
Attributable to equity holders of the parent:
Continuing operations (262) 1 513 2 350
Discontinued operations (15) 324 1 711
Total attributable to equity holders of the parent (277) 1 837 4 061
Attributable to non-controlling interests:
Continuing operations (205) 5 16
Discontinued operations 5
Total attributable to non-controlling interests (205) 5 21

Consolidated statement of financial position

As of December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 14, 16 10 960 560
Property, plant and equipment 15 1 981 695
Investments in associated companies and joint ventures 34 116 84
Available-for-sale investments 24 1 040 1 004
Deferred tax assets 12 5 701 2 634
Other non-current financial assets 24, 36 254 49
Defined benefit pension assets 27 3 802 25
Other non-current assets 19 328 51
Total non-current assets 24 182 5 102
Current assets
Inventories 17 2 506 1 014
Accounts receivable, net of allowances for doubtful accounts 18, 24, 36 6 972 3 913
Prepaid expenses and accrued income 19 1 296 749
Current income tax assets 279 171
Other financial assets 24, 25, 36 296 128
Investments at fair value through profit and loss, liquid assets 24, 36 327 687
Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets 24, 36 1 502 2 167
Cash and cash equivalents 24, 36 7 497 6 995
Total current assets 20 675 15 824
Assets held for sale 44
Total assets 44 901 20 926
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent
Share capital 20 246 246
Share issue premium 439 380
Treasury shares (881) (718)
Translation differences 21 483 292
Fair value and other reserves 21 488 204
Reserve for invested non-restricted equity 15 731 3 820
Retained earnings 3 588 6 279
Total capital and reserves attributable to equity holders of the parent
Non-controlling interests
20 094
881
10 503
21
Total equity 20 975 10 524
Non-current liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 23, 24, 36 3 657 2 023
Deferred tax liabilities 12 403 61
Defined benefit pension and post-retirement liabilities 27 5 000 423
Deferred revenue and other long-term liabilities 24, 28 1 453 1 254
Provisions 29 808 250
Total non-current liabilities 11 321 4 011
Current liabilities
Short-term interest-bearing liabilities 23, 24, 36 370 51
Other financial liabilities 24, 25, 36 236 114
Current income tax liabilities 634 446
Accounts payable 24, 36 3 781 1 910
Accrued expenses, deferred revenue and other liabilities 28 6 412 3 395
Provisions 29 1 172 475
Total current liabilities 12 605 6 391
Total liabilities 23 926 10 402
Total shareholders' equity and liabilities 44 901 20 926

Consolidated statement of cash flows

For the year ended December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Cash flow from operating activities
(Loss)/profit for the year (927) 2 468 3 476
Adjustments, total 31 2 407 (261) (2 262)
Change in net working capital 31 (2 207) (1 377) 988
Cash (used in)/from operations (727) 830 2 202
Interest received 85 62 45
Interest paid (309) (99) (336)
Income taxes paid, net (503) (290) (636)
Net cash (used in)/from operating activities (1 454) 503 1 275
Cash flow from investing activities
Acquisition of businesses, net of acquired cash 5 819 (98) (175)
Purchase of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets(2) (4 131) (3 133) (2 977)
Purchase of investments at fair value through profit and loss, liquid assets (311)
Purchase of non-current available-for-sale investments (73) (88) (73)
Proceeds from/(payment of) other long-term loans receivable 11 (2) 7
Proceeds from/(payment of) short-term loans receivable 19 (17) 20
Purchases of property, plant and equipment, and intangible assets (477) (314) (311)
Proceeds from disposal of businesses, net of disposed cash(1) 6 2 586 2 508
Proceeds from disposal of shares in associated companies 10 7
Proceeds from maturities and sale of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets(2) 5 121 3 074 1 774
Proceeds from maturities and sale of investments at fair value through profit and loss,
liquid assets 368 48
Proceeds from sale of non-current available-for-sale investments 134 149 62
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets 28 44
Dividends received 1 2
Net cash from investing activities 6 836 1 896 886
Cash flow from financing activities
Proceeds from stock option exercises 6 4
Purchase of treasury shares (216) (173) (427)
Purchase of equity instruments of subsidiaries(2) (724) (52) (45)
Proceeds from long-term borrowings 225 232 79
Repayment of long-term borrowings(2) (2 599) (24) (2 749)
Repayment of short-term borrowings (100) (55) (42)
Dividends paid and other contributions to shareholders (1 515) (512) (1 392)
Net cash used in financing activities (4 923) (580) (4 576)
Translation differences 43 6 (48)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 502 1 825 (2 463)
Cash and cash equivalents as of January 1 6 995 5 170 7 633
Cash and cash equivalents as of December 31 7 497 6 995 5 170

(1) In 2014, proceeds from the Sale of the D&S Business are presented net of the amount of principal and accrued interest on the repaid convertible bonds.

(2) In 2016, Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares and ADSs and OCEANEs acquired in cash by Nokia subsequent to the closing of the reopened exchange offer are presented within cash flow from financing activities as purchase of equity instruments of subsidiaries and repayment of long-term borrowings, respectively. In relation to the Public Buy-Out offer/Squeeze-Out, Nokia's pledged cash asset of EUR 724 million to cover the purchase of the remaining Alcatel Lucent securities was recorded within cash flow from investing activities as purchase of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets. The amount of pledged cash released upon acquisition of Alcatel Lucent securities of EUR 724 million was recorded within cash flow from investing activities as proceeds from maturities and sale of current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets.

The consolidated statement of cash flows combines cash flows from both the Continuing and the Discontinued operations. Refer to Note 6, Disposals treated as Discontinued operations.

The amounts in the consolidated statement of cash flows cannot be directly traced from the consolidated statement of financial position without additional information on the acquisitions and disposals of subsidiaries and the net foreign exchange differences arising on consolidation.

Consolidated statement of changes in shareholders' equity

of shares
Share
Fair value
non
Equity
Non
outstanding
Share
issue
Treasury
Translation
and other
restricted
Retained
holders of
controlling
EURm
Notes
(000s)
capital
premium
shares
differences
reserves
equity
earnings
the parent
interests
Total
As of January 1, 2014
3 712 427
246
615
(603)
434
80
3 115
2 581
6 468
192
6 660
Remeasurements of defined
benefit plans, net of tax
21
(142)
(46)
(188)
(188)
Translation differences
21
813
813
7
820
Net investment hedge losses,
net of tax
21
(148)
(148)
(148)
Cash flow hedges, net of tax
(30)
(30)
(30)
Available-for-sale investments,
net of tax
21
103
103
103
Other increase, net
10
39
49
49
Profit for the year
3 462
3 462
14
3 476
Total comprehensive
income/(loss) for the year



665
(59)

3 455
4 061
21
4 082
Share-based payment
4
4
4
Excess tax benefit on
share-based payment
10
10
10
Settlement of performance
and restricted shares
2 570
(25)
47
(32)
(10)
(10)
Acquisition of treasury shares
(66 904)
(427)
(427)
(427)
Stock options exercise
50


Dividends(1)
(1 374)
(1 374)
(9) (1 383)
Disposal of subsidiaries

(109)
(109)
Acquisition of non-controlling
interests
(7)
(7)
(38)
(45)
Convertible bond—equity
component
(114)
(114)
(114)
Other movements
(51)
(5)
1
55

1
1
Total other equity movements

(176)
(385)

1
(32) (1 326)
(1 918)
(155) (2 073)
As of December 31, 2014
3 648 143
246
439
(988)
1 099
22
3 083
4 710
8 611
58
8 669
Remeasurements of defined
benefit plans, net of tax
21
85
(7)
78
78
Translation differences
21
(1 057)
(1 057)
4 (1 053)
Net investment hedge gains,
net of tax
21
252
252
252
Cash flow hedges, net of tax
(4)
(4)
(4)
Available-for-sale investments,
net of tax
21
95
95
95
Other increase/(decrease), net
6
1
7
(1)
6
Profit for the year
2 466
2 466
2
2 468
Total comprehensive income/
(loss) for the year



(805)
182

2 460
1 837
5
1 842
Share-based payment
34
34
34
Excess tax benefit on
share-based payment
(2)
(2)
(2)
Settlement of performance
and restricted shares
1 281
(12)
24
(16)
(4)
(4)
Acquisition of treasury shares
(24 516)
(174)
(174)
(174)
Cancellation of treasury shares
427
(427)


Stock options exercise
1 042
4
4
4
Dividends(1)
(507)
(507)
(5)
(512)
Acquisition of non-controlling
interests
(15)
(15)
(37)
(52)
Convertible bond—equity
component
(57)
57


Convertible bond—conversion
to equity
313 681
(30)
750
720
720
Other movements
(436)
8
(7)
(2)
(1)
1
(1)
(1)
Total other equity movements

(59)
270
(2)

737
(891)
55
(42)
13
As of December 31, 2015
3 939 195
246
380
(718)
292
204
3 820
6 279
10 503
21 10 524
Reserve for
Number invested
Number
of shares
Share Fair value Reserve for
invested
non
Equity Non
EURm Notes outstanding
(000s)
Share
capital
issue
premium
Treasury
shares
Translation
differences
and other
reserves
restricted
equity
Retained
earnings
holders of
the parent
controlling
interests
Total
As of December 31, 2015 3 939 195 246 380 (718) 292 204 3 820 6 279 10 503 21 10 524
Remeasurements of defined
benefit plans, net of tax 21 348 348 (4) 344
Translation differences 21 289 289 (38) 251
Net investment hedge losses,
net of tax
21 (83) (83) (83)
Cash flow hedges, net of tax 12 12 12
Available-for-sale investments,
net of tax
21 (73) (73) (73)
Other decrease, net (1) (3) (4) (2) (6)
Loss for the year (766) (766) (161) (927)
Total comprehensive (loss)/
income for the year 206 286 (769) (277) (205) (482)
Share-based payment 117 117 117
Excess tax benefit on
share-based payment (6) (6) (6)
Settlement of performance
and restricted shares 3 408 (22) 68 (52) (6) (6)
Acquisition of treasury shares 20 (54 296) (231) (231) (231)
Stock options exercise 1 074 3 3 6 6
Dividends(1) (1 501) (1 501) (14) (1 515)
Acquisitions through business
combinations
5 1 765 358 11 616 11 616 1 714 13 330
Equity issuance costs related
to acquisitions
(16) (16) (16)
Acquisition of non-controlling
interests
65 778 (15) (2) 359 (459) (117) (635) (752)
Vested portion of share-based
payment awards related to
acquisitions 5 6 6 6
Convertible bond—equity
component
(38) 38
Other movements (14) (1) 1
Total other equity movements 59 (163) (15) (2) 11 911 (1 922) 9 868 1 065 10 933
As of December 31, 2016 5 720 503 246 439 (881) 483 488 15 731 3 588 20 094 881 20 975

(1) Dividend declared is EUR 0.17 per share, subject to shareholders' approval (dividend EUR 0.16 per share for 2015; special dividend EUR 0.10 per share for 2015; and dividend EUR 0.14 per share for 2014).

Notes to consolidated financial statements

1. Corporate information

Nokia Oyj, a public limited liability company incorporated and domiciled in Helsinki, Finland, is the parent company ("Parent Company" or "Parent") for all its subsidiaries ("Nokia" or "the Group"). The Group's operational headquarters are located in Espoo, Finland. The Group is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki stock exchange, the New York stock exchange and the Euronext Paris stock exchange.

The Group is a leading global provider of mobile and fixed network infrastructure combining hardware, software and services, as well as advanced technologies and licensing that connect people and things.

On March 23, 2017 the Board of Directors authorized the financial statements for 2016 for issuance and filing.

2. Significant accounting policies

Basis of presentation and statement of compliance

The consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") and as adopted by the European Union ("IFRS"). The consolidated financial statements are presented in millions of euros ("EURm"), except as otherwise noted, and are prepared under the historical cost convention, except as disclosed in the accounting policies below. The notes to the consolidated financial statements also conform to the Finnish accounting legislation.

In 2016, comparative presentation of certain items in the consolidated financial statements has been modified to conform with current year presentation.

Other information

This paragraph is included in connection with statutory reporting requirements in Germany. The fully consolidated German subsidiary, Nokia Solutions and Networks GmbH & Co. KG, registered in the commercial register of Munich under HRA 88537, has made use of the exemption available under § 264b of the German Commercial Code ("HGB").

Principles of consolidation

The consolidated financial statements comprise the financial statements of the Parent Company, and each of those companies over which it exercises control. Control over an entity exists when the Group is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the entity and has the ability to affect those returns through its power over the entity. When the Group has less than a majority of voting or similar rights in an entity, the Group considers all relevant facts and circumstances in assessing whether it has power over an entity, including the contractual arrangements, and voting rights and potential voting rights. The Group reassesses whether or not it controls an entity if facts and circumstances indicate that there are changes to the elements of control.

Consolidation of a subsidiary begins when the Group obtains control over the subsidiary and ceases when the Group loses control over the subsidiary. Assets, liabilities, income and expenses of a subsidiary acquired or disposed of during the year are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date the Group gains control until the date the Group ceases to control the subsidiary. A change in the ownership interest of a subsidiary, without a loss of control, is accounted for as an equity transaction. If the Group loses control in a subsidiary, the related assets, liabilities, non-controlling interest and other components of equity are derecognized with any gain or loss recognized in the consolidated income statement. Any investment retained in the former subsidiary is measured at fair value.

All inter-company transactions are eliminated as part of the consolidation process. Non-controlling interests are presented separately as a component of net profit and are shown as a component of shareholders' equity in the consolidated statement of financial position.

Business combinations

Business combinations are accounted for using the acquisition method. The consideration transferred in a business combination is measured as the aggregate of the fair values of the assets transferred, liabilities incurred towards the former owners of the acquired entity or business and equity instruments issued. Acquisition-related costs are recognized as expenses in the consolidated income statement in the period in which the costs are incurred and the related services are received with the exception of costs directly attributable to the issuance of equity instruments that are accounted for as a deduction from equity.

Identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed are measured at the acquisition date fair values. The Group elects whether to measure the non-controlling interests in the acquiree at fair value or at the proportionate share of the acquiree's identifiable net assets on a business combination by business combination basis. The excess of the aggregate of the consideration transferred and the amount recognized for non-controlling interests over the acquisition date fair values of the identifiable net assets acquired is recorded as goodwill.

Investment in associates and joint ventures

An associate is an entity over which the Group exercises significant influence. Significant influence is the power to participate in the financial and operating policy decisions of the entity, but is not control or joint control over those policies.

A joint venture is a type of joint arrangement whereby the parties that have joint control of the arrangement have rights to the net assets of the arrangement. Joint control is the contractually agreed sharing of control of an arrangement, which exists only when decisions about relevant activities require the unanimous consent of the parties sharing control.

The Group's investments in associates and joint ventures are accounted for using the equity method. Under the equity method, the investment in an associate or joint venture is initially recognized at cost. The carrying amount of the investment is adjusted to recognize changes in the Group's share of net assets of the associate or joint venture since the acquisition date. The Group's share of profits and losses of associates and joint ventures is included in the consolidated income statement outside operating profit or loss. Any change in other comprehensive income ("OCI") of associates and joint ventures is presented as part of the Group's OCI.

After application of the equity method, as of each reporting date the Group determines whether there is objective evidence that the investment in an associate or joint venture is impaired. If there is such evidence, the Group recognizes an impairment loss that is calculated as the difference between the recoverable amount of the associate or joint venture and its carrying value. The impairment loss is presented in 'Share of results of associated companies and joint ventures' in the consolidated income statement.

Non-current assets held for sale (or disposal groups) and discontinued operations

Non-current assets or disposal groups are classified as assets held for sale if their carrying amounts will be recovered principally through a sale transaction rather than through continuing use. For this to be the case, the asset, or the disposal group, must be available for immediate sale in its present condition subject only to terms that are usual and customary for sales of such assets or disposal groups, and the sale must be highly probable. These assets, or in the case of disposal groups, assets and liabilities, are presented separately in the consolidated statement of financial position and measured at the lower of the carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.

Non-current assets classified as held for sale, or included in a disposal group classified as held for sale, are not depreciated or amortized.

Discontinued operations are reported when a component of the Group, comprising operations and cash flows that can be clearly distinguished both operationally and for financial reporting purposes from the rest of the Group, is classified as held for sale or has been disposed of, or the component represents a major line of business or geographical area of operations, or is a part of a single coordinated plan to dispose of a separate major line of business or geographical area of operations. Profit or loss from Discontinued operations is reported separately from income and expenses from Continuing operations in the consolidated income statement, with prior periods presented on a comparative basis. Cash flows for Discontinued operations are presented separately in the notes to the consolidated financial statements. Intra-group revenues and expenses between Continuing and Discontinued operations are eliminated.

Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the following criteria for the transaction have been met: significant risks and rewards of ownership have transferred to the buyer; continuing managerial involvement and effective control usually associated with ownership have ceased; the amount of revenue can be measured reliably; it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the Group; and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably. Revenue is measured at the fair value of the consideration received or receivable net of discounts and excluding taxes and duties.

Recurring service revenue which includes managed services and maintenance services is generally recognized on a straight-line basis over the agreed period, unless there is evidence that some other method better represents the rendering of services.

The Group enters into contracts consisting of any combination of hardware, services and software. Within these multiple element arrangements, separate components are identified and accounted for based on the nature of those components, considering the economic substance of the entire arrangement. Revenue is allocated to each separately identifiable component based on the relative fair value of each component. The fair value of each component is determined by taking into consideration factors such as the price of the component when sold separately and the component cost plus a reasonable margin when price references are not available. The revenue allocated to each component is recognized when the revenue recognition criteria for that component have been met.

Revenue from contracts involving the construction of an asset according to customer specifications is recognized using the percentage of completion method. Stage of completion for each contract is measured by either the achievement of contractually defined milestones or costs incurred compared to total project costs.

Revenue on license fees is recognized in accordance with the substance of the relevant agreements. Subsequent to the initial licensing transaction, where the Group has no remaining obligations to perform and licensing fees are non-refundable, revenue is recognized after the customer has been provided access to the underlying asset. Where the Group retains obligations related to the licensed asset after the initial licensing transaction, revenue is typically recognized over a period of time during which remaining performance obligations are satisfied. In some multiple element licensing transactions, the Group applies the residual method in the absence of reference information.

Net sales includes revenue from all licensing negotiations, litigations and arbitrations to the extent that the criteria for revenue recognition have been met.

Government grants

Government grants are recognized when there is reasonable assurance that the Group will comply with the conditions attached to them and the grants will be received. Government grants received as compensation for expenses or losses incurred are recognized in the consolidated income statement as a deduction against the related expenses. Government grants related to assets are presented in the consolidated statement of financial position as deferred income and recognized as income over the same period the asset is depreciated or amortized.

Government grants received in the form of R&D tax credits are recognized as a deduction against R&D expenses if the amount of the tax credit is linked to the amount of R&D expenditures incurred by the Group and the tax credit is a fully collectible asset which will be paid in cash by the government in case the Group is not able to offset it against its income tax payable. R&D tax credits that do not meet both conditions are recognized as income tax benefit.

Employee benefits

Pensions and other post-employment benefits

The Group companies have various post-employment plans in accordance with the local conditions and practices in the countries in which they operate. The plans are generally funded through payments to insurance companies or contributions to trustee-administered funds as determined by periodic actuarial calculations.

In a defined contribution plan, the Group's legal or constructive obligation is limited to the amount that it agrees to contribute to the fund. The Group's contributions to defined contribution plans, multi-employer and insured plans are recognized in the consolidated income statement in the period to which the contributions relate. If a pension plan is funded through an insurance contract where the Group does not retain any legal or constructive obligations, the plan is treated as a defined contribution plan. All arrangements that do not fulfill these conditions are considered defined benefit plans.

For defined benefit plans, including pension and post-retirement healthcare and life insurance, costs are assessed using the projected unit credit method: the cost is recognized in the consolidated income statement so as to spread the benefit over the service lives of employees. The defined benefit obligation is measured as the present value of the estimated future cash outflows using interest rates on high-quality corporate bonds or government bonds with appropriate maturities. Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions are charged or credited to equity in other comprehensive income in the period in which they arise. Past service costs and settlement gains and losses are recognized immediately in the consolidated income statement as part of service cost, when the plan amendment, curtailment or settlement occurs. Curtailment gains and losses are accounted for as past service costs.

The liability or asset recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position is the defined benefit obligation as of the closing date less the fair value of plan assets including effects relating to any asset ceiling.

Remeasurements, comprising actuarial gains and losses, the effect of the asset ceiling and the return on plan assets, excluding amounts recognized in net interest, are recognized immediately in the consolidated statement of financial position with a corresponding debit or credit to Fair Value and Other Reserves in Equity through the consolidated statement of other comprehensive income in the period in which they occur. Remeasurements are not reclassified to the consolidated income statement in subsequent periods.

Actuarial valuations for the Group's defined benefit post-employment plans are performed annually or when a material curtailment or settlement of a defined benefit plan occurs.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Termination benefits

Termination benefits are payable when employment is terminated before the normal retirement date, or whenever an employee accepts voluntary redundancy in exchange for these benefits. The Group recognizes termination benefits when it is demonstrably committed to either terminating the employment of current employees according to a detailed formal plan without possibility of withdrawal, or providing termination benefits as a result of an offer made to encourage voluntary redundancy. Local laws may provide employees with the right to benefits from the employer upon termination whether the termination is voluntary or involuntary. For these specific termination benefits, the portion of the benefit that the Group would be required to pay to the employee in the case of voluntary termination is treated as a constructive obligation determined by local law and accounted for as a defined benefit arrangement as described in the pensions section above.

Share-based payment

The Group offers three types of global equity-settled share-based compensation plans for employees: stock options, performance shares and restricted shares.

Employee services received and the corresponding increase in equity are measured by reference to the fair value of the equity instruments as of the grant date, excluding the impact of any non-market vesting conditions. Non-market vesting conditions attached to the performance shares are included in assumptions about the number of shares that the employee will ultimately receive. The Group reviews the assumptions made on a regular basis and, where necessary, revises its estimates of the number of performance shares that are expected to be settled. Plans that apply tranched vesting are accounted for under the graded vesting model. Share-based compensation is recognized as an expense in the consolidated income statement over the relevant service periods.

The Group has issued certain stock options which are accounted for as cash-settled. The related employee services received and the liabilities incurred are measured at the fair value of the liability. The fair value of stock options is estimated based on the reporting date market value less the exercise price of the stock options. The fair value of the liability is remeasured as of each reporting date and as of the date of settlement, with changes in fair value recognized in the consolidated income statement over the relevant service periods.

Income taxes

The income tax expense comprises current tax and deferred tax. Tax is recognized in the consolidated income statement except to the extent that it relates to items recognized in other comprehensive income, or directly in equity; then the related tax is recognized in other comprehensive income or equity, respectively.

Current taxes are based on the results of group companies and are calculated using the local tax laws and tax rates that are enacted or substantively enacted as of each reporting date. Corporate taxes withheld at the source of the income on behalf of group companies, both recoverable and irrecoverable, as well as penalties and interests on income taxes are accounted for in income taxes.

The Group periodically evaluates positions taken in tax returns with respect to situations in which applicable tax regulation is subject to interpretation. It adjusts the amounts recorded, where appropriate, on the basis of amounts expected to be paid to the tax authorities. The amount of current income tax liabilities for uncertain income tax positions is recognized when it is more likely than not that certain tax positions may not be fully sustained upon review by tax authorities. The amounts recorded are based upon the estimated future settlement amount as of each reporting date.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined using the liability method for all temporary differences arising between the tax bases of assets and liabilities and their carrying amounts in the consolidated financial statements. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the unused tax losses, unused tax credits or deductible temporary differences can be utilized before the unused tax losses or unused tax credits expire. Deferred tax assets are assessed for realizability as of each reporting date. When circumstances indicate it is no longer probable that deferred tax assets will be utilized, adjustments are made as necessary. Deferred tax liabilities are recognized for temporary differences that arise between the fair value and the tax base of identifiable net assets acquired in business combinations.

Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset for presentation purposes when there is a legally enforceable right to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities, and the deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities relate to income taxes levied by the same taxation authority on either the same taxable entity or different taxable entities which intend either to settle current tax liabilities and assets on a net basis, or to realize the assets and settle the liabilities simultaneously in each future period in which significant amounts of deferred tax liabilities or deferred tax assets are expected to be settled or recovered.

Deferred tax liabilities are not recognized if they arise from the initial recognition of goodwill. Deferred tax liabilities are provided on taxable temporary differences arising from investments in subsidiaries, associates and joint arrangements, except for deferred tax liability where the timing of the reversal of the temporary difference is controlled by the Group, and it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future.

The enacted or substantively enacted tax rates as of each reporting date that are expected to apply in the period when the asset is realized or the liability is settled are used in the measurement of deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are not discounted.

Foreign currency translation

Functional and presentation currency

The financial statements of all group companies are measured using functional currency, which is the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates. The consolidated financial statements are presented in euro, the functional and presentation currency of the Parent Company.

Transactions in foreign currencies

Transactions in foreign currencies are recorded at exchange rates prevailing as of the dates of the individual transactions. For practical reasons, a rate that approximates the actual rate as of the date of the transaction is often used. At the end of the reporting period, monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency are valued at the exchange rates prevailing at the end of the reporting period. Foreign exchange gains and losses arising from monetary assets and liabilities as well as fair value changes of related hedging instruments are recognized in financial income and expenses. Unrealized foreign exchange gains and losses related to non-current available-for-sale investments are included in the fair value measurement of these investments and recognized in other comprehensive income.

Foreign group companies

All income and expenses of foreign group companies where the functional currency is not the euro are translated into euro at the average foreign exchange rates for the reporting period. All assets and liabilities of foreign group companies are translated into euro at foreign exchange rates prevailing at the end of the reporting period. Differences resulting from the translation of income and expenses at the average rate and assets and liabilities at the closing rate are recognized as translation differences in consolidated statement of comprehensive income. On the disposal of all or part of a foreign group company through sale, liquidation, repayment of share capital or abandonment, the cumulative amount or proportionate share of translation differences is recognized as income or expense when the gain or loss on disposal is recognized.

Intangible assets

Intangible assets acquired separately are measured on initial recognition at cost. The cost of intangible assets acquired in a business combination is their fair value as of the date of acquisition. Internally generated intangibles, except for development costs that may be capitalized, are expensed as incurred. Development costs are capitalized only if the Group has the technical feasibility to complete the asset; has an ability and intention to use or sell the asset; can demonstrate that the asset will generate future economic benefits; has resources available to complete the asset; and has the ability to measure reliably the expenditure during development.

Following initial recognition, intangible assets are carried at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses. Intangible assets are amortized over their useful lives, generally three to ten years, using the straight-line method which is considered reflecting best the pattern in which the asset's future economic benefits are expected to be consumed. The amortization charges are presented within cost of sales, research and development expenses and selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated income statement.

Property, plant and equipment

Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses. Depreciation is recorded on a straight-line basis over the expected useful lives of the assets as follows:

Buildings and constructions
Buildings and constructions 20–33 years
Light buildings and constructions 3-20 years
Machinery and equipment
Production machinery, measuring
and test equipment 1-5 years
Other machinery and equipment 3-10 years

Land and water areas are not depreciated.

Maintenance, repairs and renewals are generally expensed in the period in which they are incurred. However, major renovations are capitalized and included in the carrying amount of the asset when it is probable that future economic benefits in excess of the originally assessed standard of performance of the existing asset will flow to the Group. Major renovations are depreciated over the remaining useful life of the related asset. Leasehold improvements are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and the useful life. Gains and losses on the disposal of property, plant and equipment are included in operating profit or loss.

Leases

Leases are classified as finance leases whenever the terms of the lease transfer substantially all the risks and rewards incidental to ownership to the lessee. All other leases are classified as operating leases.

The Group has entered into various operating lease contracts as a lessee. The related payments are treated as rental expenses and recognized in the consolidated income statement on a straight-line basis over the lease terms unless another systematic approach is more representative of the pattern of the benefit.

The Group does not have any significant finance lease arrangements.

Impairment of goodwill, other intangible assets and property, plant and equipment

The Group assesses the recoverability of the carrying value of goodwill, other intangible assets and property, plant and equipment if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may be impaired. In addition, the Group tests the carrying value of goodwill for impairment annually even if there is no indication of impairment.

Factors that the Group considers when it reviews indications of impairment include, but are not limited to, underperformance of the asset relative to its historical or projected future results, significant changes in the manner of using the asset or the strategy for the overall business, and significant negative industry or economic trends.

For impairment testing purposes, goodwill is allocated to the cash-generating units or groups of cash-generating units expected to benefit from the synergies of the business combination. A cash-generating unit, as determined for the purposes of the Group's goodwill impairment testing, is the smallest group of assets, including goodwill, generating cash inflows that are largely independent of the cash inflows from other assets or groups of assets. The carrying value of a cash-generating unit includes its share of relevant corporate assets allocated to it on a reasonable and consistent basis.

The Group conducts its impairment testing by determining the recoverable amount for an asset or a cash-generating unit. The recoverable amount of an asset or a cash-generating unit is the higher of its fair value less costs of disposal and its value-in-use. The recoverable amount is compared to the asset's or cash-generating unit's carrying value. If the recoverable amount for the asset or cash-generating unit is less than its carrying value, the asset is considered impaired and is written down to its recoverable amount. Impairment losses are presented in other expenses, or as a separate line item if significant, in the consolidated income statement.

For more information on the annual impairment testing of goodwill, including key assumptions used in calculating the recoverable amount of goodwill, refer to Note 16, Impairment.

Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost is determined using standard cost, which approximates actual cost on a first-in first-out ("FIFO") basis. Net realizable value is the amount that can be realized from the sale of the inventory in the normal course of business after allowing for the costs of realization. In addition to the cost of materials and direct labor, an appropriate proportion of production overhead is included in the inventory values. An allowance is recorded for excess inventory and obsolescence based on the lower of cost and net realizable value.

Fair value measurement

A number of financial instruments are measured at fair value as of each reporting date after initial recognition. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. The fair value of an asset or a liability is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming that market participants act in their economic best interest by using quoted market rates, discounted cash flow analyses and other appropriate valuation models. The Group uses valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data is available to measure fair value, maximizing the use of relevant observable inputs and minimizing the use of unobservable inputs. All assets and liabilities for which fair values are being measured or disclosed in the consolidated financial statements are categorized within the fair value hierarchy, described as follows, based on the lowest level input that is significant to the fair value measurement as a whole:

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Level 1—Quoted (unadjusted) market prices for exchange-traded products in active markets for identical assets or liabilities;

Level 2—Valuation techniques for which significant inputs other than quoted prices are directly or indirectly observable; and

Level 3—Valuation techniques for which significant inputs are unobservable.

The Group categorizes assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis into an appropriate level of the fair value hierarchy at the end of each reporting period.

Financial assets

The Group has classified its financial assets in the following categories: available-for-sale investments, derivative and other current financial assets, loans receivable, accounts receivable, financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, and cash and cash equivalents. Derivatives are described in the section on derivative financial instruments.

Available-for-sale investments

The Group invests a portion of the cash needed to cover the projected cash outflows of its ongoing business operations in highly liquid, interest-bearing investments and certain equity instruments. The following investments are classified as available-for-sale based on the purpose of the investment and the Group's ongoing intentions:

  • Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets consist of highly liquid, fixed-income and money-market investments with maturities at acquisition of more than three months, as well as bank deposits with maturities or contractual call periods at acquisition of more than three months.
  • Investments in technology-related publicly quoted equity shares or unlisted private equity shares and unlisted venture funds, classified in the consolidated statement of financial position as non-current available-for-sale investments.

Current fixed-income and money-market investments are fair valued by using quoted market rates, discounted cash flow analyses and other appropriate valuation models as of the reporting date. Investments in publicly quoted equity shares are measured at fair value using exchange quoted bid prices. Other available-for-sale investments carried at fair value include holdings in unlisted shares. Fair value is estimated using a number of methods, including, but not limited to: the current market value of similar instruments; prices established from a recent arm's-length financing transaction of target companies; and analysis of market prospects and operating performance of target companies, taking into consideration public market comparable companies in similar industry sectors. The Group uses judgment in selecting the appropriate valuation methodology as well as underlying assumptions based on existing market practice and conditions. Changes in these assumptions may cause the Group to recognize impairments or losses in future periods.

The remaining available-for-sale investments are carried at cost less impairment. These are technology-related investments in private equity shares and unlisted venture funds for which fair value cannot be measured reliably due to non-existent public markets or reliable valuation methods.

All purchases and sales of investments are recorded on the trade date, that is, when the Group commits to purchase or sell the asset.

Changes in the fair value of available-for-sale investments are recognized in fair value and other reserves as part of other comprehensive income, with the exception of interest calculated using the effective interest method and foreign exchange gains and losses on current available-for-sale investments recognized directly in the consolidated income statement. Dividends on available-for-sale equity instruments are recognized in the consolidated income statement

when the Group's right to receive payment is established. When the investment is disposed of, the related accumulated fair value changes are released from other comprehensive income and recognized in the consolidated income statement. The weighted average method is used to determine the cost basis of publicly listed equities being disposed of. The FIFO method is used to determine the cost basis of fixed-income securities being disposed of. An impairment charge is recorded if the carrying amount of an available-for-sale investment is greater than the estimated fair value and there is objective evidence that the asset is impaired including, but not limited to, counterparty default and other factors causing a reduction in value that can be considered other than temporary. The cumulative net loss relating to the investment is removed from equity and recognized in the consolidated income statement for the period. If, in a subsequent period, the fair value of the investment in a non-equity instrument increases and the increase can be objectively related to an event occurring after the loss was recognized, the loss is reversed and the reversal is recognized in the consolidated income statement.

Investments at fair value through profit and loss, liquid assets Certain highly liquid financial assets are designated at inception as investments at fair value through profit and loss, liquid assets. These investments must meet one of the following two criteria: the designation eliminates or significantly reduces an inconsistent treatment that would otherwise arise from measuring the assets or recognizing gains or losses on a different basis; or the assets are part of a group of financial assets, which are managed and their performance evaluated on a fair value basis in accordance with a documented risk management or investment strategy. These investments are initially recognized and subsequently remeasured at fair value. Fair value adjustments and realized gains and losses are recognized in the consolidated income statement.

Loans receivable

Loans receivable include loans to customers and suppliers and are measured initially at fair value and subsequently at amortized cost less impairment using the effective interest method. Loans are subject to regular review as to their collectability and available collateral. A valuation allowance is made if a loan is deemed not to be fully recoverable. The related cost is recognized in other expenses or financial expenses, depending on the nature of the receivable to reflect the shortfall between the carrying amount and the present value of expected future cash flows. Interest income on loans receivable is recognized in financial income and expenses in the consolidated income statement by applying the effective interest rate.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash at bank and in hand and available-for-sale investments, cash equivalents. Available-for-sale investments, cash equivalents consist of highly liquid, fixed-income and money-market investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with maturities at acquisition of three months or less, as well as bank deposits with maturities or contractual call periods at acquisition of three months or less. Due to the high credit quality and short-term nature of these investments, there is an insignificant risk of change in value. Investments in money-market funds that have a risk profile consistent with the aforementioned criteria are also classified as cash equivalents.

Accounts receivable

Accounts receivable include amounts invoiced to customers, amounts where revenue recognition criteria have been fulfilled but the customers have not yet been invoiced, and amounts where the contractual rights to the cash flows have been confirmed but the customers have not yet been invoiced. Billed accounts receivable are carried at the amount invoiced to customers less allowances for doubtful accounts. Allowances for doubtful accounts are based on a periodic review of all outstanding amounts, including an analysis of

historical bad debt, customer concentrations, customer creditworthiness, past due amounts, current economic trends and changes in customer payment terms. Impairment charges on receivables identified as uncollectible are included in other operating expenses in the consolidated income statement.

Financial liabilities

The Group has classified its financial liabilities into the following categories: derivative and other current financial liabilities, compound financial instruments, loans payable, and accounts payable. Derivatives are described in the section on derivative financial instruments.

Compound financial instruments

Compound financial instruments have both a financial liability and an equity component from the issuers' perspective. The components are defined based on the terms of the financial instrument and presented and measured separately according to their substance. The financial liability component is initially recognized at fair value, the residual being allocated to the equity component. The allocation remains the same for the life of the compound financial instrument. The financial liability components of convertible bonds issued by the Group are accounted for as loan payables.

Loans payable

Loans payable are recognized initially at fair value net of transaction costs. In subsequent periods, loans payable are presented at amortized cost using the effective interest method. Transaction costs and loan interest are recognized in the consolidated income statement as financial expenses over the life of the instrument.

Accounts payable

Accounts payable are carried at invoiced amount which is considered to be the fair value due to the short-term nature of the Group's accounts payable.

Derivative financial instruments

All derivatives are recognized initially at fair value on the date a derivative contract is entered into and subsequently remeasured at fair value. The method of recognizing the resulting gain or loss varies according to whether the derivatives are designated and qualify under hedge accounting. Generally, the cash flows of a hedge are classified as cash flows from operating activities in the consolidated statement of cash flows as the underlying hedged items relate to the Group's operating activities. When a derivative contract is accounted for as a hedge of an identifiable position relating to financing or investing activities, the cash flows of the contract are classified in the same way as the cash flows of the position being hedged.

Derivatives not designated in hedge accounting relationships carried at fair value through profit and loss

Forward foreign exchange contracts are valued at market-forward exchange rates. Changes in fair value are measured by comparing these rates with the original contract-forward rate. Currency options are valued as of each reporting date by using the Garman & Kohlhagen option valuation model. Changes in fair value are recognized in the consolidated income statement.

Fair values of forward rate agreements, interest rate options, futures contracts and exchange-traded options are calculated based on quoted market rates as of each reporting date. Discounted cash flow analyses are used to value interest rate and cross-currency interest rate swaps. Changes in fair value are recognized in the consolidated income statement.

For derivatives not designated under hedge accounting but hedging identifiable exposures such as anticipated foreign currency denominated sales and purchases, the gains and losses are recognized in other income or expenses. The gains and losses on all other derivatives not designated under hedge accounting are recognized in financial income and expenses in the consolidated income statement.

Embedded derivatives, if any, are identified and monitored by the Group and measured at fair value as of each reporting date with changes in fair value recognized in the consolidated income statement.

Hedge accounting

The Group applies hedge accounting on certain forward foreign exchange contracts, options or option strategies, and interest rate derivatives. Qualifying options and option strategies have zero net premium or a net premium paid. For option structures, the critical terms of the bought and sold options are the same and the nominal amount of the sold option component is not greater than that of the bought option.

Cash flow hedges: hedging of forecast foreign currency denominated sales and purchases

The Group applies hedge accounting for qualifying hedges. Qualifying hedges are those properly documented cash flow hedges of foreign exchange rate risk of future forecast foreign currency denominated sales and purchases that meet the requirements set out in IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. The hedged item must be highly probable and present an exposure to variations in cash flows that could ultimately affect profit or loss. The hedge must be highly effective, both prospectively and retrospectively.

For qualifying foreign exchange forwards, the change in fair value that reflects the change in spot exchange rates and, for qualifying foreign exchange options or option strategies, the change in intrinsic value are deferred in fair value and other reserves in shareholders' equity to the extent that the hedge is effective. The ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the consolidated income statement. Hedging costs, expressed either as the change in fair value that reflects the change in forward exchange rates less the change in spot exchange rates for forward foreign exchange contracts, or as changes in the time value for options or options strategies, are recognized in other income or expenses in the consolidated income statement.

Accumulated changes in fair value from qualifying hedges are released from fair value and other reserves into the consolidated income statement as adjustments to sales and cost of sales when the hedged cash flow affects the consolidated income statement. Forecast foreign currency sales and purchases affect the consolidated income statement at various dates up to approximately one year from the reporting date. If the forecasted transaction is no longer expected to take place, all deferred gains or losses are released immediately into the consolidated income statement. If the hedged item ceases to be highly probable but is still expected to take place, accumulated gains and losses remain in fair value and other reserves until the hedged cash flow affects the consolidated income statement.

Cash flow hedges: hedging of foreign currency risk of highly probable business acquisitions and other transactions From time to time, the Group hedges cash flow variability caused by foreign currency risk inherent in highly probable business acquisitions and other future transactions that result in the recognition of non-financial assets. When those non-financial assets are recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position, the gains and losses previously deferred in fair value and other reserves are transferred to the initial acquisition cost of the asset. The deferred amounts are ultimately recognized in the consolidated income statement as a result of goodwill assessments for business acquisitions and through depreciation or amortization for other assets. The application of hedge accounting is conditional on the forecast transaction being highly probable and the hedge being highly effective, prospectively and retrospectively.

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Cash flow hedges: hedging of cash flow variability on variable rate liabilities

From time to time, the Group applies cash flow hedge accounting for hedging cash flow variability on certain variable rate liabilities. The effective portion of the gain or loss relating to interest rate swaps hedging variable rate borrowings is deferred in fair value and other reserves. The gain or loss related to the ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the consolidated income statement. If hedging instruments are settled before the maturity date of the related liability, hedge accounting is discontinued and all cumulative gains and losses recycled gradually to the consolidated income statement when the hedged variable interest cash flows affect the consolidated income statement.

Fair value hedges: hedging of foreign exchange exposure

The Group applies fair value hedge accounting for foreign exchange risk with the objective to reduce the exposure to fluctuations in the fair value of firm commitments due to changes in foreign exchange rates. Changes in the fair value of derivatives designated and qualifying as fair value hedges, together with any changes in the fair value of the hedged firm commitments attributable to the hedged risk, are recorded in financial income and expenses in the consolidated income statement.

Fair value hedges: hedging of interest rate exposure

The Group applies fair value hedge accounting to reduce exposure to fair value fluctuations of interest-bearing liabilities due to changes in interest rates and foreign exchange rates. Changes in the fair value of derivatives designated and qualifying as fair value hedges, together with any changes in the fair value of hedged liabilities attributable to the hedged risk, are recognized in financial income and expenses. If the hedged item no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, hedge accounting ceases and any fair value adjustments made to the carrying amount of the hedged item while the hedge was effective are recognized in financial income and expenses based on the effective interest method.

Hedges of net investments in foreign operations

The Group applies hedge accounting for its foreign currency hedging on net investments. Qualifying hedges are those properly documented hedges of foreign exchange rate risk of foreign currency denominated net investments that are effective both prospectively and retrospectively.

The change in fair value that reflects the change in spot exchange rates for qualifying foreign exchange forwards, and the change in intrinsic value for qualifying foreign exchange options, are deferred in translation differences in the consolidated statement of shareholder's equity. The change in fair value that reflects the change in forward exchange rates less the change in spot exchange rates for forwards, and changes in time value for options are recognized in financial income and expenses. If a foreign currency denominated loan is used as a hedge, all foreign exchange gains and losses arising from the transaction are recognized in translation differences. The ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the consolidated income statement.

Accumulated changes in fair value from qualifying hedges are released from translation differences on the disposal of all or part of a foreign Group company by sale, liquidation, repayment of share capital or abandonment. The cumulative amount or proportionate share of changes in the fair value of qualifying hedges deferred in translation differences is recognized as income or expense when the gain or loss on disposal is recognized.

Provisions

Provisions are recognized when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. When the Group expects a provision to be reimbursed, the reimbursement is recognized as an asset only when the reimbursement is virtually certain. The Group assesses the adequacy of its existing provisions and adjusts the amounts as necessary based on actual experience and changes in facts and circumstances as of each reporting date.

Restructuring provisions

The Group provides for the estimated cost to restructure when a detailed formal plan of restructuring has been completed, approved by management, and announced. Restructuring costs consist primarily of personnel restructuring charges. The other main components are costs associated with exiting real estate locations, and costs of terminating certain other contracts directly linked to the restructuring.

Warranty provisions

The Group provides for the estimated liability to repair or replace products under standard warranty at the time revenue is recognized. The provision is an estimate based on historical experience of the level of repairs and replacements.

Litigation provisions

The Group provides for the estimated future settlements related to litigation based on the probable outcome of potential claims.

Environmental provisions

The Group provides for estimated costs of environmental remediation relating to soil, groundwater, surface water and sediment contamination when the Group becomes obliged, legally or constructively, to rectify the environmental damage, or to perform restorative work.

Project loss provisions

The Group provides for onerous contracts based on the lower of the expected cost of fulfilling the contract and the expected cost of terminating the contract. An onerous contract is a contract in which the unavoidable costs of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it.

Divestment-related provisions

The Group provides for indemnifications it is required to make to the buyers of its disposed businesses.

Material liability provisions

The Group recognizes the estimated liability for non-cancellable purchase commitments for inventory in excess of forecasted requirements at each reporting date.

Other provisions

The Group provides for other legal and constructive obligations based on the expected cost of executing any such commitments.

Treasury shares

The Group recognizes its own equity instruments that are acquired ("treasury shares") as a reduction of equity at cost of acquisition. When cancelled, the acquisition cost of treasury shares is recognized in retained earnings.

Dividends

Dividends proposed by the Board of Directors are recognized in the consolidated financial statements when they have been approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting.

New and amended standards and interpretations adopted

On January 1, 2016, the Group adopted amendments to multiple IFRS standards, which resulted from the amendments to IAS 1 and the IASB's annual improvement project for the 2012-2014 cycles. They comprise amendments that result in accounting changes for presentation, recognition or measurement purposes, most visibly through additional guidance on use of judgment in applying materiality in aggregation and disaggregation of line items and more generally in the presentation in the financial statements. The amendments did not have a material impact on the Group's consolidated financial statements.

Standards issued but not yet effective

The Group will adopt the following new and revised standards, amendments and interpretations to existing standards issued by the IASB that are expected to be relevant to its operations and financial position when they become effective and are endorsed by the EU. Other revisions, amendments and interpretations to existing standards issued by the IASB that are not yet effective, except what has been described below, are not expected to have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Group when adopted.

The Group has not early adopted any standard, interpretation or amendment that has been issued but is not yet effective.

IFRS 9 Financial Instruments

IFRS 9, Financial Instruments, was issued in July 2014 and replaces IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. It addresses the classification and measurement of financial assets and liabilities, introduces a new impairment model and a new hedge accounting model. The Group will adopt the standard on the effective date of January 1, 2018.

The adoption of the new standard will impact the classification and measurement of the Group's financial assets. The Group has assessed the investments currently classified as current available-for-sale, liquid assets, and will classify certain bank deposits to be measured at amortized cost and certain investment funds to be measured at fair value through profit or loss at the adoption of the new standard. The rest of these investments satisfy the conditions for classification at fair value through other comprehensive income. Also certain trade receivables currently carried at the invoiced amount less allowances for doubtful accounts that are managed with a business model of hold to collect and occasionally sell would be classified at fair value through other comprehensive income. The Group's investments in venture funds that are currently classified as non-current available-for-sale investments would by default be classified at fair value through profit or loss with the election to classify certain investments at fair value through other comprehensive income being available at the adoption of the new standard.

The Group has assessed the impact of the new impairment model. As the credit quality of the Group's fixed income and money market investments is high, no significant impact from the new model is expected. While the Group has not yet assessed in detail the impact of the new model to its current valuation allowances, there can be a limited impact to valuation allowances for trade receivables and loans extended to the Group's customers as the new model may result in an earlier recognition of credit losses.

The new hedge accounting rules will align the accounting for hedging instruments more closely with the Group's risk management practices. The Group's foreign exchange risk management policy and hedge accounting model have already been aligned with the requirements from IFRS 9. Accordingly, the Group does not expect a significant impact on the accounting for its hedging relationships. The new standard also introduces expanded disclosure requirements and changes in presentation that are expected to change the nature

and extent of the group's disclosures about its financial instruments, particularly in the year of the adoption of the new standard. The Group continues to assess the detailed impact of IFRS 9.

IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers

IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers was issued in May 2014 and establishes a new five-step model that will apply to revenue arising from contracts with customers. Under IFRS 15, revenue is recognized to reflect the transfer of promised goods and services to customers for amounts that reflect the consideration to which an entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods and services to a customer. The Group will adopt the standard on the effective date of January 1, 2018. The new standard replaces IAS 18, Revenue, and IAS 11, Construction contracts. The Group is currently evaluating whether the application will be the full retrospective or modified retrospective method, both permissible under the new standard.

The Group currently believes that the adoption of the new standard will have a material impact on revenue. Specifically, under some license transfer contracts, revenue is expected to be recorded earlier at a point in time instead of over time. Due to the complexity of some of the Group's license subscription contracts, the actual revenue recognition treatment required under the new standard will be dependent on contract-specific terms. Also, revenue related to certain software contracts is likely to change from over time under the current standard to point in time. The Group continues to assess all potential impacts of IFRS 15.

IFRS 16 Leases

IFRS 16, Leases, issued in January 2016, sets out the requirements for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases. The Group expects to adopt the standard on the effective date of January 1, 2019. The standard provides a single lessee accounting model, requiring lessees to recognize right-of-use assets and lease liabilities for substantially all leases on the consolidated statement of financial position. The Group has started to analyze contracts containing identified assets and estimates that the standard will mainly affect the recognition and disclosure of the Group's operating leases. The full impact of IFRS 16 is currently being assessed. As of December 31, 2016 the Group has non-cancellable operating lease commitments of EUR 1 141 million. Refer to Note 30, Commitments and contingencies.

3. Use of estimates and critical accounting judgments

The preparation of consolidated financial statements requires use of management judgment in electing and applying accounting policies as well as in making estimates that involve assumptions about the future. These judgments, estimates and assumptions may have a significant effect on the consolidated financial statements.

The estimates used in determining the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities subject to estimation uncertainty are based on historical experience, expected outcomes and various other assumptions that were available when these consolidated financial statements were prepared, and they are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. The estimates are revised if changes in circumstances occur, or as a result of new information or more experience. As estimates inherently contain a varying degree of uncertainty, actual outcomes may differ, resulting in additional charges or credits to the consolidated income statement.

Management considers that the estimates, assumptions and judgments about the following accounting policies represent the most significant areas of estimation uncertainty and critical judgment that may have an impact on the consolidated financial statements.

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Business combinations

The Group applies the acquisition method to account for acquisitions of separate entities or businesses. The determination of the fair value and allocation thereof to each separately identifiable asset acquired and liability assumed as well as the determination of the acquisition date, when the valuation and allocation is to be conducted require estimation and judgment.

Estimation and judgment are required in determining the fair value of the acquisition, including the discount rate, the terminal growth rate, the number of years on which to base the cash flow projections, and the assumptions and estimates used to determine the cash inflows and outflows. The discount rate reflects current assessments of the time value of money, relevant market risk premiums, and industry comparisons. Risk premiums reflect risks and uncertainties for which the future cash flow estimates have not been adjusted. Terminal values are based on the expected life of products and forecasted life cycle, and forecasted cash flows over that period. The assumptions are based on information available at the date of acquisition; actual results may differ materially from the forecast as more information becomes available. Refer to Note 5, Acquisitions.

Judgment was required in determining the date on which the Group obtained control of Alcatel Lucent. Nokia and Alcatel Lucent combined through a public exchange offer in which the Group offered to exchange all Alcatel Lucent shares, American Depositary Shares and OCEANE convertible bonds for Nokia shares. The initial offer period was opened on November 18, 2015 and it was closed on December 23, 2015. On January 4, 2016 the French stock market authority Autorité des Marchés Financiers ("AMF") published the interim results of the successful offer which indicated that the Group held 70.52% of the Alcatel Lucent share capital on a fully diluted basis. On January 7, 2016 the Group announced that it had settled the offer and registered the new shares in the Finnish Trade Register, which created legal standing for the acquisition.

The management concluded that it had obtained control over Alcatel Lucent on January 4, 2016 when it was announced that the offer had been successful and the Group had acquired the majority of voting rights in Alcatel Lucent.

In addition, management judgment was used to determine that the initial and reopened offers would be accounted for as a linked transaction. Pursuant to the Article 232-4 of the AMF General Regulation, any public exchange offer made shall be reopened with the same terms and conditions within ten trading days of publication of the final outcome of the offer provided that the offer has been successful. In conformity to this rule, the offer was reopened on January 14, 2016 and closed on February 3, 2016. The AMF published the results of the reopened offer on February 10, 2016 according to which the Group held 91.25% of the share capital of Alcatel Lucent.

Based on the facts that the reopened offer was compulsory according to the AMF General Regulation, the same terms and conditions applied to both the initial and reopened offers, and the reopened offer followed shortly after the initial offer and was open only for a short period, the management concluded that the initial and reopened offers are essentially parts of the same transaction. Therefore, the ownership interests acquired in the initial and reopened offers were accounted for as if they were all acquired at the acquisition date as part of the transaction to gain control. Acquisitions of ownership interests subsequent to the closing of the reopened offer were accounted for as equity transactions with the non-controlling interests in Alcatel Lucent.

Revenue recognition

The Group enters into transactions involving multiple components consisting of any combination of hardware, services, software and intellectual property rights where the Group identifies the separate components and estimates their relative fair values, considering the economic substance of the entire arrangement. The fair value of each component is determined by taking into consideration factors such as the price of the component when sold separately and the component cost plus a reasonable margin when price references are not available. The determination of the fair value and allocation thereof to each separately identifiable component requires the use of estimates and judgment which may have a significant impact on the timing and amount of revenue recognized. In some multiple element licensing transactions, the Group applies the residual method in the absence of reference information.

Net sales includes revenue from all licensing negotiations, litigations and arbitrations to the extent that the criteria for revenue recognition have been met. The final outcome may differ from the current estimate. Refer to Note 7, Revenue recognition.

Pension and other post-employment benefit obligations and expenses

The determination of pension and other post-employment benefit obligations and expenses for defined benefit plans is dependent on a number of estimates and assumptions, including the discount rate, future mortality rate, annual rate of increase in future compensation levels, and healthcare costs trend rates and usage of services in the United States where the majority of our post-employment healthcare plans are maintained. A portion of plan assets is invested in debt and equity securities, which are subject to market volatility. Changes in assumptions and actuarial estimates may materially affect the benefit obligation, future expense and future cash flow. Based on these estimates and assumptions, defined benefit obligations amount to EUR 28 663 million (EUR 1 840 million in 2015) and the fair value of plan assets amounts to EUR 27 770 million (EUR 1 451 million in 2015). The increase in both defined benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets in 2016 compared to 2015 is due to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. Refer to Note 27, Pensions and other post-employment benefits.

Income taxes

The Group is subject to income taxes in the jurisdictions in which it operates. Judgment is required in determining current tax expense, uncertain tax positions, deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities; and the extent to which deferred tax assets can be recognized.

Estimates related to the recoverability of deferred tax assets are based on forecasted future taxable income and tax planning strategies. Based on these estimates and assumptions, the Group has EUR 20 952 million (EUR 1 843 million in 2015) of temporary differences, tax losses carry forward and tax credits for which no deferred tax assets are recognized due to uncertainty of utilization. Majority of the unrecognized deferred tax assets relate to France. Refer to Note 12, Income taxes.

The utilization of deferred tax assets is dependent on future taxable profit in excess of the profit arising from the reversal of existing taxable temporary differences. The recognition of deferred tax assets is based on the assessment of whether it is more likely than not that sufficient taxable profit will be available in the future to utilize the reversal of deductible temporary differences, unused tax losses and unused tax credits before the unused tax losses and unused tax credits expire. Recognition of deferred tax assets involves judgment regarding the future financial performance of the particular legal entity or tax group that has recognized the deferred tax asset.

Liabilities for uncertain tax positions are recorded based on estimates and assumptions of the amount and likelihood of outflow of economic resources when it is more likely than not that certain positions may not be fully sustained upon review by local tax authorities. Currently, the Group has ongoing tax investigations in multiple jurisdictions, including India and Germany. Due to the inherently uncertain nature of tax investigations, the ultimate outcome or actual cost of settlement may vary materially from estimates. Refer to Note 12, Income taxes.

Carrying value of cash-generating units ("CGUs")

The recoverable amounts of the groups of CGUs and the CGU were based on fair value less costs of disposal that was determined using market participant assumptions based on a discounted cash flow calculation. The cash flow projections used in calculating the recoverable amounts were based on financial plans approved by management covering an explicit forecast period of five years. Five additional years of cash flow projections subsequent to the explicit forecast period reflect a gradual progression towards the steady state cash flow projections modeled in the terminal year. Estimation and judgment are required in determining the components of the recoverable amount calculation, including the discount rate, the terminal growth rate, estimated revenue growth rates, gross margin and operating margin. The discount rates reflect current assessments of the time value of money and relevant market risk premiums reflecting risks and uncertainties for which the future cash flow estimates have not been adjusted. The terminal growth rate assumptions reflect long-term average growth rates for the industry and economies in which the groups of CGUs and the CGU operate.

The Group allocated a significant proportion of the goodwill arising from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent to the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, which is comprised mainly of businesses acquired in the acquisition. As a result, the fair value of the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs corresponds closely to its respective carrying amount.

The results of the impairment testing indicate significant headroom for each group of CGUs and CGU, except for the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, where the recoverable amount exceeds its carrying amount by approximately EUR 1 200 million. Taken in isolation, the following changes would cause the recoverable amount of IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs to equal its carrying amount:

  • Increase in discount rate from 8.9% to 10.7%.
  • Reduction in operational profitability in the terminal year by 40% which is equal to the decrease in the operating profit of EUR 331 million.

Total goodwill amounts to EUR 5 724 million as of December 31, 2016 (EUR 237 million in 2015). Refer to Note 14, Intangible assets and Note 16, Impairment.

Allowances for doubtful accounts

Allowances for doubtful accounts are recognized for estimated losses resulting from customers' inability to meet payment obligations. Estimation and judgment are required in determining the value of allowances for doubtful accounts at each reporting date. Management specifically analyzes accounts receivable and historical bad debt; customer concentrations; customer creditworthiness; past due balances; current economic trends; and changes in customer payment terms when determining allowances for doubtful accounts. Additional allowances may be required in future periods if financial positions of customers deteriorate, reducing their ability to meet payment obligations. Based on these estimates and assumptions, allowances for doubtful accounts are EUR 168 million (EUR 62 million in 2015), representing 2% of accounts receivable (2% in 2015). Refer to Note 18, Allowances for doubtful accounts.

Allowances for excess and obsolete inventory

Allowances for excess and obsolete inventory are recognized for excess amounts, obsolescence and declines in net realizable value below cost. Estimation and judgment are required in determining the value of the allowance for excess and obsolete inventory at each reporting date. Management specifically analyzes estimates of future demand for products when determining allowances for excess and obsolete inventory. Changes in these estimates could result in revisions to the valuation of inventory in future periods. Based on these estimates and assumptions, allowances for excess and obsolete inventory are EUR 456 million (EUR 195 million in 2015), representing 15% of inventory (16% in 2015). Refer to Note 17, Inventories.

Fair value of derivatives and other financial instruments

The fair value of derivatives and other financial instruments that are not traded in an active market such as unlisted equities is determined using valuation techniques. Estimation and judgment are required in selecting an appropriate valuation technique and in determining the underlying assumptions. Where quoted market prices are not available for unlisted shares, the fair value is based on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the current market value of similar instruments; prices established from recent arm's-length transactions; and/or analysis of market prospects and operating performance of target companies with reference to public market comparable companies in similar industry sectors. Changes in these estimates could result in impairments or losses in future periods. Based on these estimates and assumptions, the fair value of derivatives and other financial instruments that are not traded in an active market, using non-observable data (level 3 of the fair value hierarchy), is EUR 660 million (EUR 688 million in 2015), representing 24% of total net financial assets measured at fair value on a recurring basis (19% in 2015). Refer to Note 24, Fair value of financial instruments.

Provisions

Provisions are recognized when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. At times, judgment is required in determining whether the Group has a present obligation; estimation is required in determining the value of the obligation. Whilst provisions are based on the best estimate of unavoidable costs, management may be required to make a number of assumptions surrounding the amount and likelihood of outflow of economic resources, and the timing of payment. Changes in estimates of timing or amounts of costs to be incurred may become necessary as time passes and/or more accurate information becomes available. Based on these estimates and assumptions, provisions amount to EUR 1 980 million (EUR 725 million in 2015). Refer to Note 29, Provisions.

Legal contingencies

Legal proceedings covering a wide range of matters are pending or threatened in various jurisdictions. Provisions are recognized for pending litigation when it is apparent that an unfavorable outcome is probable and a best estimate of unavoidable costs can be reasonably estimated. Due to the inherently uncertain nature of litigation, the ultimate outcome or actual cost of settlement may vary materially from estimates. Refer to Note 29, Provisions.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

4. Segment information

The Group has two businesses: Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies, and three reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: (1) Ultra Broadband Networks and (2) IP Networks and Applications within Nokia's Networks business; and (3) Nokia Technologies. Segment-level information for Group Common and Other is also presented.

The Group has aggregated Mobile Networks and Fixed Networks operating segments to one reportable segment, Ultra Broadband Networks; and IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics operating segments to one reportable segment, IP Networks and Applications. The aggregated operating segments have similar economic characteristics, such as long-term margins; have similar products, production processes, distribution methods and customers; and operate in a similar regulatory environment.

The current operational and reporting structure was adopted following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent on January 4, 2016. Previously the Group had three operating and reportable segments in its Continuing operations for management reporting purposes: Mobile Broadband and Global Services within Nokia Networks, and Nokia Technologies. Prior period segment information has been regrouped and recasted for comparability purposes according to the new operating and reporting structure.

The chief operating decision maker receives monthly financial information for the operating and reportable segments. Key financial performance measures of the reportable segments include primarily net sales and operating profit. The chief operating decision maker evaluates the performance of the segments and allocates resources to them based on segment operating profit(1).

Accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in Note 2, Significant accounting policies. Inter-segment revenues and transfers are accounted for as if the revenues were to third parties, that is, at current market prices. Certain costs and revenue adjustments(1) are not allocated to the segments.

No single customer represents 10% or more of revenues.

Segment descriptions

Ultra Broadband Networks

Ultra Broadband Networks comprises Mobile Networks and Fixed Networks operating segments.

The Mobile Networks operating segment offers an industry-leading portfolio of end-to-end mobile networking solutions comprising hardware, software and services for telecommunications operators, enterprises and related markets/verticals, such as public safety and Internet of Things ("IoT").

The Fixed Networks operating segment provides copper and fiber access products, solutions and services. The portfolio allows for a customized combination of technologies that brings fiber to the most economical point for the customer.

IP Networks and Applications

IP Networks and Applications comprises IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics operating segments.

The IP/Optical Networks operating segment provides the key IP routing and optical transport systems, software and services to build high capacity network infrastructure for the internet and global connectivity.

The Applications & Analytics operating segment offers software solutions spanning customer experience management, network operations and management, communications and collaboration, policy and charging, as well as Cloud, IoT, security, and analytics platforms that enable digital services providers and enterprises to accelerate innovation, monetize services, and optimize their customer experience.

Nokia Technologies

The Nokia Technologies operating segment has two main objectives: to drive growth and renewal in its existing patent licensing business; and to build new businesses based on breakthrough innovation in key technologies and products, in the areas of Digital Media and Digital Health.

From January 2016, the majority of net sales and related costs and expenses attributable to licensing and patenting the separate patent portfolios of Nokia Technologies, Nokia's Networks business, and Nokia Bell Labs are recorded in Nokia Technologies. Each reportable segment continues to separately record its own research and development expenses.

Group Common and Other

Segment-level information for Group Common and Other is also presented. From January 2016, Group Common and Other includes the Alcatel-Lucent Submarine Networks and Radio Frequency Systems businesses, both of which are being managed as separate entities. In addition, Group Common and Other includes Nokia Bell Labs' operating expenses, as well as certain corporate-level and centrally managed operating expenses.

(1) Segment results exclude costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Segment information

EURm Ultra
Broadband
Networks(1)
IP Networks
and
Applications(2)
Nokia's
Networks
business
total(3)
Nokia
Technologies
Group
Common
and Other Eliminations Segment
total
Unallocated
items(4)
Total
Continuing operations
2016
Net sales to external customers 15 770 6 029 21 799 1 038 1 108 23 945 (331) 23 614
Net sales to other segments 1 1 15 37 (53)
Depreciation and amortization 348 151 499 8 45 552 1 042 1 594
Impairment charges 9 9 8 17 17
Operating profit/(loss) 1 362 573 1 935 579 (342) 2 172 (3 272) (1 100)
Share of results of associated companies
and joint ventures
18 18 18 18
2015
Net sales to external customers 10 159 1 328 11 487 1 012 12 499 12 499
Net sales to other segments 15 (15)
Depreciation and amortization 158 35 193 6 8 207 79 286
Impairment charges 11 11 11
Operating profit/(loss) 1 211 138 1 349 698 (89) 1 958 (261) 1 697
Share of results of associated companies
and joint ventures
29 29 29 29
2014
Net sales to external customers 9 817 1 326 11 143 618 1 11 762 11 762
Net sales to other segments 1 1 14 (15)
Depreciation and amortization 131 33 164 2 7 173 67 240
Impairment charges 13 13 13
Operating profit/(loss) 1 251 188 1 439 389 (226) 1 602 (188) 1 414
Share of results of associated companies
and joint ventures
(12) (12) (12) (12)

(1) Includes Mobile Networks net sales of EUR 13 406 million (EUR 10 023 million in 2015 and EUR 9 639 million in 2014) and Fixed Networks net sales of EUR 2 365 million (EUR 136 million in 2015 and EUR 179 million in 2014).

(2) Includes IP Routing net sales of EUR 2 940 million (EUR 515 million in 2015 and EUR 523 million in 2014), Optical Networks net sales of EUR 1 562 million and Applications & Analytics net sales of EUR 1 527 million (EUR 813 million in 2015 and EUR 803 million in 2014).

(3) Includes services net sales of EUR 8 531 million (EUR 5 424 million in 2015 and EUR 5 078 million in 2014).

(4) Excludes costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

Reconciliation of total segment operating profit to total operating profit

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Total segment operating profit 2 172 1 958 1 602
Amortization and depreciation of acquired intangible assets and
property, plant and equipment
(1 026) (79) (67)
Release of acquisition-related fair value adjustments to deferred
revenue and inventory
(840)
Restructuring and associated charges (774) (123) (57)
Product portfolio strategy costs (348)
Transaction and related costs, including integration costs relating to the
Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent
(295) (99) (39)
Other 11 40 (25)
Total operating (loss)/profit (1 100) 1 697 1 414

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Net sales to external customers by geographic location of customer

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Finland(1) 1 138 1 100 680
United States 6 635 1 489 1 445
China 2 249 1 323 994
India 1 281 1 098 768
France 1 055 207 220
United Kingdom 717 394 296
Australia 646 133 189
Japan 627 877 1 194
Germany 567 312 400
Saudi Arabia 565 364 291
Other 8 134 5 202 5 285
Total 23 614 12 499 11 762

(1) All Nokia Technologies IPR and licensing net sales are allocated to Finland.

Non-current assets by geographic location(1)

EURm 2016 2015
Finland 726 724
United States 7 946 159
France 2 369 2
China 458 129
India 130 70
Other 1 312 171
Total 12 941 1 255

(1) Consists of goodwill and other intangible assets and property, plant and equipment.

5. Acquisitions

Alcatel Lucent business combination

On April 15, 2015, the Group and Alcatel Lucent announced their intention to combine through a public exchange offer ("exchange offer") in France and the United States. Alcatel Lucent is a global leader in IP networking, ultra-broadband access and Cloud applications. The combined company leverages the combined scale of operations, complementary technologies, portfolios and geographical presence; and unparalleled innovation capabilities to lead in the next generation network technology and services, and to create access to an expanded addressable market with improved long-term growth opportunities.

Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent Securities

The Group obtained control of Alcatel Lucent on January 4, 2016 when the interim results of the successful initial exchange offer were announced by the French stock market authority, Autorité des Marchés Financiers ("AMF"). On January 14, 2016, as required by the AMF General Regulation, the Group reopened its exchange offer in France and the United States for the outstanding Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares, Alcatel Lucent American Depositary Shares ("ALU ADS") and OCEANE convertible bonds (the "OCEANEs", collectively "Alcatel Lucent Securities") not tendered during the initial exchange offer period. The reopened exchange offer closed on February 3, 2016. The Group has determined that the initial and the reopened exchange offers are linked transactions that are considered together as a single arrangement, given that the reopened exchange offer is required by the AMF General Regulation and is based on the same terms and conditions as the initial exchange offer.

As part of the exchange offers, holders of Alcatel Lucent Securities could exchange Alcatel Lucent Securities for Nokia shares and Nokia American Depositary Shares ("Nokia ADS") on the basis of 0.55 Nokia share or Nokia ADS for every Alcatel Lucent share or ALU ADS.

Following the initial and reopened exchange offers, the Group held 90.34% of the share capital, and at least 90.25% of the voting rights of Alcatel Lucent. The Group issued a total of 1 776 379 756 new Nokia shares as consideration for the Alcatel Lucent Securities tendered in the exchange offers.

Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares and ALU ADSs acquired subsequent to the closing of the reopened exchange offer, including through the Public Buy-Out Offer and the Squeeze-Out, were accounted for as equity transactions with the remaining non-controlling interests in Alcatel Lucent. As such, any new Nokia shares or cash consideration paid for these instruments were recorded directly in equity against the carrying amount of non-controlling interests. The acquisition of OCEANEs subsequent to the transactions linked to the exchange offer was treated both as extinguishment of debt and equity transaction with remaining non-controlling interests in Alcatel Lucent, with the redemption consideration allocated to the liability and equity components.

Subsequent to the exchange offers, the following transactions were carried out relating to the acquisition of the remaining outstanding equity interests in Alcatel Lucent:

  • On February 12, 2016, the OCEANEs acquired as part of the initial and reopened exchange offers were converted to Alcatel Lucent shares.
  • On February 19, 2016, the Group announced the issue of 6 501 503 new Nokia shares in exchange for Alcatel Lucent shares in a private transaction at the 0.55 exchange offer provided in the initial and reopened exchange offers. This transaction was based on a Board of Directors resolution on February 18, 2016.
  • On May 9, 2016, the acquisition of 107 775 949 Alcatel Lucent shares was closed in exchange for 59 276 772 new Nokia shares from JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., as depositary, pursuant to the share purchase agreement announced on March 17, 2016. These shares represented Alcatel Lucent shares that remained in the ALU ADS receipts program after the cancellation period and following the program's termination on April 25, 2016.
  • On May 12, 2016, the Group agreed to acquire 72 994 133 of 2019 OCEANEs and 19 943 533 of 2020 OCEANEs through a privately negotiated transaction in consideration for an aggregate cash payment of EUR 419 million.
  • On June 17, 2016, 24 392 270 Alcatel Lucent shares, 9 614 661 of 2019 OCEANEs and 2 290 001 of 2020 OCEANEs were acquired through privately negotiated transactions in consideration for an aggregate cash payment of EUR 85 million for the Alcatel Lucent shares (corresponding to a unit price of EUR 3.50 per share) and EUR 54 million for the OCEANEs (corresponding to a unit price of EUR 4.51 per 2019 OCEANE and EUR 4.50 per 2020 OCEANE).

Following these transactions, the Group held 95.32% of the share capital and 95.25% of the voting rights in Alcatel Lucent, corresponding to 95.15% of the Alcatel Lucent shares on a fully diluted basis.

On September 6, 2016, a joint offer document was filed with Alcatel Lucent with the AMF relating to the proposed Public Buy-Out Offer, in cash, for the remaining Alcatel Lucent shares and OCEANEs (the "Public Buy-Out Offer"). The Public Buy-Out Offer was followed by a Squeeze-Out in accordance with the AMF General Regulation, in cash, for the Shares and OCEANEs not tendered into the Public Buy-Out Offer (the "Squeeze-Out", and together with the Public Buy-Out Offer, the "Offer").

Following the AMF Offer clearance decision on September 20, 2016, the Group commenced the Public Buy-Out Offer on September 22, 2016 pursuant to which it proposed to all holders of the Alcatel Lucent shares and OCEANEs to acquire Nokia securities. The financial terms of the Public Buy-Out Offer were:

  • EUR 3.50 per Alcatel Lucent share;
  • EUR 4.51 per 2019 OCEANE; and
  • EUR 4.50 per 2020 OCEANE.

On October 4, 2016, the AMF announced that a legal action was filed before the Paris Court of Appeal on September 30, 2016 for the annulment of the AMF's Offer clearance decision. Pursuant to the AMF General Regulation, the Group provided a pledge in relation to the Offer to cover the purchase of the remaining Alcatel Lucent Securities.

On October 25, 2016, the AMF announced the continuation of the Offer timetable. Accordingly, the Public Buy-Out Offer period ended on October 31, 2016, and the Squeeze-Out was implemented on November 2, 2016, in accordance with the AMF General Regulation. In the Squeeze-Out, the Alcatel Lucent shares and OCEANEs not tendered into the Public Buy-Out Offer were transferred to the Group for the same consideration as the above-mentioned consideration of the Public Buy-Out Offer, net of all costs. The remaining outstanding Alcatel Lucent stock options and performance shares were modified to settle in cash or Nokia shares.

On November 2, 2016, following the Public Buy-Out Offer and the Squeeze-Out, the Group held 100% of the share capital and voting rights of Alcatel Lucent. Alcatel Lucent shares and OCEANEs were delisted from the Euronext Paris regulated market on the same date.

On December 15, 2016, the plaintiffs withdrew their complaint for the annulment of the AMF's Offer clearance decision from the Paris Court of Appeal. Consequently, the commitments, put in place as a precautionary measure, are no longer in force and the funds and Alcatel Lucent Securities deposited into escrow accounts were released and the Group no longer has an obligation to maintain the integrity of the entity Alcatel Lucent SA.

Purchase consideration

The purchase consideration comprises the fair value of the consideration paid for the Alcatel Lucent Securities obtained through the exchange offers, and the fair value of the portion of Alcatel Lucent stock options and performance shares attributable to pre-combination services that were settled with Nokia shares. The fair value of the purchase consideration is based on the closing price of Nokia share of EUR 6.58 on Nasdaq Helsinki on January 4, 2016, and the exchange offer ratio of 0.55 Nokia share for every Alcatel Lucent share.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Fair value of the purchase consideration:

EURm
Alcatel Lucent shares or ADSs 10 046
OCEANE convertible bonds 1 570
Consideration attributable to the vested portion of replacement share-based payment awards 6
Total 11 622

Fair value of the purchase consideration is based on the results of the initial and the reopened exchange offers.

Purchase accounting

The Group has finalized Alcatel Lucent acquisition-related purchase accounting, including purchase price allocation. The fair values of the identifiable assets and liabilities, as of the date of acquisition:

EURm
Non-current assets
Intangible assets 5 711
Property, plant and equipment 1 412
Deferred tax assets 2 328
Defined benefit pension assets 3 201
Other non-current assets 687
Total non-current assets 13 339
Current assets
Inventories 1 992
Accounts receivable 2 813
Other current assets 1 360
Cash and cash equivalents 6 198
Total current assets 12 363
Total assets acquired 25 702
Non-current liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 4 037
Deferred tax liabilities 425
Defined benefit pension and post-retirement liabilities 4 464
Other non-current liabilities 601
Total non-current liabilities 9 527
Current liabilities
Current borrowings and other financial liabilities 671
Other current liabilities 7 252
Total current liabilities 7 923
Total liabilities assumed 17 450
Net identifiable assets acquired 8 252
Attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent 6 538
Non-controlling interests 1 714
Goodwill 5 084
Purchase consideration 11 622

Goodwill arising from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent amounts to EUR 5 084 million and is primarily attributable to synergies arising from the significant economies of scale and scope that the Group is expecting to benefit from as part of the new combined entity. Goodwill was allocated to the four operating segments within Nokia's Networks business. Refer to Note 16, Impairment.

The components of non-controlling interests in Alcatel Lucent that are present ownership interests and entitle their holders to a proportionate share of the entity's net assets in the event of liquidation, were measured based on the non-controlling interests' proportionate share of the fair value of the acquired identifiable net assets. As such, goodwill excludes the goodwill related to the non-controlling interests. The equity component of the remaining outstanding OCEANEs, as well as the outstanding stock options and performance shares that will be settled in Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares were measured at fair value within non-controlling interests.

Fair values of other intangible assets acquired:

Fair value
EURm
Amortization period
years
Customer relationships 2 902 10
Technologies 2 170 4
Other 639 8
Total 5 711

Acquisition-related costs not directly attributable to the issue of shares, recorded in selling, general and administrative expenses and other expenses in the consolidated income statement, and in operating cash flows in the consolidated statement of cash flows, amount to EUR 125 million, of which EUR 93 million is recognized in 2016.

From January 4 to December 31, 2016 the acquired business contributed revenues of EUR 12 151 million and a net loss of EUR 508 million to the consolidated income statement. These amounts have been calculated using the subsidiary's results, adjusting them for accounting policy alignments.

Other acquisitions

In 2016 the Group acquired four businesses (two businesses in 2015), which are individually immaterial to the consolidated financial statements. Goodwill arising on acquisitions is attributable to future derivations of the acquired technology, future customers and assembled workforce, and has been allocated to cash-generating units or groups of cash-generating units expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination. Refer to Note 16, Impairment. The majority of goodwill acquired in 2016 is not expected to be deductible for tax purposes. The acquired intangible assets are primarily technology-based intangible assets.

Acquisitions in 2016 and 2015:

Company/business Description
2016
Nakina Systems Inc. Nakina Systems Inc. is a Canadian security and operational systems software company. The Group acquired the
business through an asset transaction on March 31, 2016.
Withings S.A. Withings S.A. is a provider of digital health products and services. The Group acquired 100% ownership interest on
May 31, 2016.
Gainspeed Gainspeed is a United States-based start-up specializing in Distributed Access Architecture ("DDA") solutions for
the cable industry through its Virtual Converged Cable Access Platform ("CCAP") product line. The Group acquired
100% ownership interest on July 29, 2016.
ETA Devices ETA Devices is a United States-based start-up specializing in power amplifier efficiency solutions for base stations,
access points and devices. The Group acquired 100% ownership interest on October 4, 2016.
2015
Wireless network
business of Panasonic
The business transfer included Panasonic's LTE/3G wireless base station system business, related wireless
equipment system business, fixed assets and business contracts with Panasonic's customers as well as more than
300 Panasonic employees. The Group acquired the business through an asset transaction on January 1, 2015.
Eden Rock
Communications, LLC
Eden Rock Communications is a pioneer in SON and creator of Eden-NET, an industry leading multivendor
centralized in SON solution. The Group acquired 100% ownership interest on July 10, 2015.

Total consideration paid, aggregate fair values of intangible assets, other net assets acquired and resulting goodwill as of each acquisition date:

EURm 2016 2015
Other intangible assets 70 56
Other net assets 16 33
Total identifiable net assets 86 89
Goodwill 274 7
Total purchase consideration(1) 360 96

(1) The total purchase consideration does not equal to the acquisition of businesses, net of acquired cash in the consolidated statement of cash flows due to foreign exchange rate differences and the timing of the consideration payment.

6. Disposals treated as Discontinued operations

Results of Discontinued operations

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Net sales 1 075 3 428
Cost of sales (244) (2 325)
Gross profit 831 1 103
Research and development expenses (498) (899)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (11) (213) (628)
Other income and expenses (4) (23) (1 354)
Operating (loss)/profit (15) 97 (1 778)
Financial income and expenses 14 (9) 10
(Loss)/profit before tax (1) 88 (1 768)
Income tax (expense)/benefit (28) 8 (277)
(Loss)/profit for the year, ordinary activities (29) 96 (2 045)
Gain on the sale of HERE and D&S Businesses, net of tax(1) 14 1 178 2 803
(Loss)/profit for the year (15) 1 274 758

(1) In 2016, an additional gain on the sale of EUR 7 million was recognized related to the HERE business as a result of the final settlement of the purchase price, and EUR 7 million related to the D&S business due to a tax indemnification.

Sale of the HERE Business

On August 3, 2015 the Group announced the Sale of the HERE Business to a consortium of leading automotive companies, comprising AUDI AG, BMW Group and Daimler AG. Subsequent to the announcement, the Group has presented the HERE business as Discontinued operations. The HERE business was previously an operating and reportable segment and its business focused on the development of location intelligence, location-based services and local commerce. The Sale of the HERE Business was completed on December 4, 2015.

Gain on the Sale of the HERE Business

EURm
Fair value of sales proceeds less costs to sell(1) 2 551
Net assets disposed of (2 667)
Total (116)
Foreign exchange differences reclassified from other comprehensive income(2) 1 174
Gain before tax 1 058
Income tax benefit(3) 120
Total gain 1 178

(1) Comprises purchase price of EUR 2 800 million, offset by adjustments for certain defined liabilities of EUR 249 million.

(2) Includes cumulative translation differences for the duration of ownership from translation of mainly U.S. dollar denominated balances into euro.

(3) The disposal was largely tax exempt, the tax benefit is due to hedging-related tax deductible losses.

Assets and liabilities, HERE business

Assets and liabilities disposed of at December 4, 2015:

EURm December 4, 2015
Goodwill and other intangible assets 2 722
Property, plant and equipment 115
Deferred tax assets and non-current assets 151
Inventories 14
Trade and other receivables 174
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 87
Cash and cash equivalents and current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets 56
Total assets 3 319
Deferred tax liabilities and other liabilities 286
Trade and other payables 55
Deferred income and accrued expenses 306
Provisions 5
Total liabilities 652
Net assets disposed of 2 667

Results of Discontinued operations, HERE business

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Net sales 1 075 970
Cost of sales (243) (239)
Gross profit 832 731
Research and development expenses (498) (545)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (1) (198) (181)
Other income and expenses(1) (18) (1 247)
Operating (loss)/profit (1) 118 (1 242)
Financial income and expenses 2 5
(Loss)/profit before tax (1) 120 (1 237)
Income tax expense(2) (3) (310)
(Loss)/profit for the year, ordinary activities (4) 120 (1 547)
Gain on the Sale of the HERE Business, net of tax(3) 7 1 178
Profit/(loss) for the year 3 1 298 (1 547)
Costs and expenses include:
Depreciation and amortization (33) (57)
Impairment charges (1 209)

(1) In 2014, includes impairment of goodwill of EUR 1 209 million.

(2) Excludes the tax impact of the disposal.

(3) Represents net gain on disposal. In 2016, includes EUR 7 million recognized as a result of the final settlement of the purchase price.

Cash flows from Discontinued operations, HERE business

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Net cash (used in)/from operating activities (2) 12 106
Net cash (used in)/from investing activities (25) 2 503 (104)
Net cash flow for the year (27) 2 515 2

Sale of the D&S Business

In September 2013, the Group announced the Sale of the D&S Business to Microsoft. Subsequent to the approval of the sale in the Extraordinary General Meeting in November 2013, the Group has presented the Devices & Services business as Discontinued operations including items outside the final transaction scope; specifically, discontinued manufacturing facilities located in Chennai, India and Masan, Republic of Korea. The Devices & Services business consisted of two previously reportable segments, Smart Devices and Mobile Phones as well as Devices & Services Other. Smart Devices focused on more advanced products, including smartphones powered by the Windows Phone operating system. Mobile Phones focused on the area of mass market entry, feature phones and affordable smartphones. Devices & Services Other included spare parts, the divested Vertu business and major restructuring programs related to the Devices & Services business.

The Sale of the D&S Business was completed on April 25, 2014. The total purchase price was EUR 5 440 million comprising the Sale of the D&S Business and a ten-year non-exclusive license to patents and patent applications with an option to extend the mutual patent agreement in perpetuity. The value allocated to the Sale of the D&S Business was EUR 3 790 million and the fair value of the mutual patent agreement and the future option was EUR 1 650 million. The gain on disposal was EUR 3 175 million. The gain may change in subsequent periods depending on the development of certain liabilities for which the Group has indemnified Microsoft.

Gain on the Sale of the D&S Business

EURm
Fair value of sales proceeds less costs to sell(1) 5 167
Net assets disposed of (2 347)
Settlement of Windows Phone royalty(2) 383
Other (28)
Total 3 175
Foreign exchange differences reclassified from other comprehensive income (212)
Gain before tax 2 963
Income tax expense(3) (160)
Total gain 2 803

(1) Comprises purchase price of EUR 3 790 million, net cash adjustment of EUR 1 114 and other adjustments of EUR 263 million.

(2) Recognized when the partnership with Microsoft to license the Windows Phone smartphone platform was terminated in conjunction with the Sale of the D&S Business.

(3) Primarily includes non-resident capital gains taxes in certain jurisdictions, as well as tax impacts of legal entity restructuring carried out in connection with the Sale of the D&S Business.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Assets and liabilities, Devices & Services business Assets and liabilities disposed of at April 25, 2014:

EURm April 25, 2014
Goodwill and other intangible assets 1 427
Property, plant and equipment 534
Deferred tax assets and non-current assets 371
Inventories 374
Trade and other receivables 541
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 1 638
Cash and cash equivalents and current available-for-sale investments, liquid assets 1 114
Total assets 5 999
Deferred tax liabilities and other liabilities 203
Trade and other payables 1 340
Deferred income and accrued expenses 1 205
Provisions 795
Total liabilities 3 543
Non-controlling interests 109
Net assets disposed of 2 347

Results of Discontinued operations, Devices & Services business

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Net sales 2 458
Cost of sales (1) (2 086)
Gross (loss)/profit (1) 372
Research and development expenses (354)
Selling, general and administrative expenses (10) (15) (447)
Other income and expenses (4) (5) (107)
Operating loss (14) (21) (536)
Financial income and expenses 14 (11) 5
Loss before tax (32) (531)
Income tax (expense)/benefit(1) (25) 8 33
Loss for the year, ordinary activities (25) (24) (498)
Gain on the Sale of the D&S Business, net of tax(2) 7 2 803
(Loss)/profit for the year (18) (24) 2 305
Costs and expenses include:
Impairment charges (111)

(1) Excludes the tax impact of the disposal. (2) Represents net gain on disposal. In 2016, includes EUR 7 million recognized due to a tax indemnification.

Cash flows from Discontinued operations, Devices & Services business

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Net cash used in operating activities (8) (6) (1 054)
Net cash from investing activities 28 50 2 480
Net cash used in financing activities (9)
Net cash flow for the year 20 44 1 417

On April 25, 2014, upon completion of the Sale of the D&S Business, EUR 500 million 1.125% convertible bonds due September 2018, EUR 500 million 2.5% convertible bonds due September 2019 and EUR 500 million 3.625% convertible bonds due September 2020, all issued by the Group to Microsoft, were repaid and netted against the deal proceeds by the amount of principal and accrued interest.

7. Revenue recognition

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Revenue from sale of products and licensing 14 526 7 045 6 448
Revenue from services(1) 8 156 5 395 4 961
Contract revenue recognized under percentage
of completion accounting(2) 931 59 353
Total 23 614 12 499 11 762

(1) Excludes services performed as part of contracts under percentage of completion accounting. (2) In 2016, contract revenue includes submarine projects, which account for the majority of the revenue.

Revenue recognition-related positions for construction contracts in progress as of December 31:

2016 2015
EURm Assets Liabilities Assets Liabilities
Contract revenues recorded prior to billings 11 16
Billings in excess of costs incurred 164 29
Work in progress on construction contracts 57
Advances received 113
Retentions 1 2

Work in progress is included in inventories, other assets are included in accounts receivable, and liabilities are included in accrued expenses in the consolidated statement of financial position.

The aggregate amount of costs incurred and profits recognized, net of recognized losses, for construction contracts in progress since inception are EUR 970 million as of December 31, 2016 (EUR 670 million in 2015). For construction contracts acquired in 2016, the amount includes costs incurred and profits recognized from the acquisition date.

8. Expenses by nature

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Personnel expenses (Note 9) 7 814 3 738 3 381
Cost of material 7 260 2 907 2 957
Depreciation and amortization (Notes 14, 15) 1 594 286 240
Rental expenses 344 164 154
Other 7 818 3 943 3 734
Total operating expenses 24 830 11 038 10 466

Operating expenses include government grant income and R&D tax credits of EUR 126 million (EUR 20 million in 2015 and EUR 17 million in 2014) that have been recognized in the consolidated income statement as a deduction against research and development expenses.

9. Personnel expenses

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Salaries and wages 6 275 3 075 2 797
Share-based payment expense(1) 130 67 53
Pension and other post-employment benefit expense, net(2) 458 223 189
Other social expenses 951 373 342
Total 7 814 3 738 3 381

(1) Includes EUR 119 million for equity-settled awards (EUR 43 million in 2015 and EUR 14 million in 2014).

(2) Includes costs related to defined contribution plans of EUR 236 million (EUR 172 million in 2015 and EUR 144 million in 2014) and costs related to defined benefit plans of EUR 222 million (EUR 51 million in 2015 and EUR 45 million in 2014). Refer to Note 27, Pensions and other post-employment benefits.

The average number of employees is 102 687 (56 690 in 2015 and 51 499 in 2014).

10. Other income and expenses

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Other income
Interest income from customer receivables and overdue payments 29 6 23
VAT and other indirect tax refunds and social security credits 19 17 7
Realized gains from unlisted venture funds 13 144 18
Subsidies and government grants 11 4 15
Profit on sale of property, plant and equipment 8 15
Other 44 57 40
Total 116 236 118
Other expenses
Restructuring, cost reduction and associated charges (759) (120) (61)
Valuation allowances for doubtful accounts and accounts receivable
write-offs
(116) 24 5
Expenses related to sale of receivables transactions (42) (21) (39)
Foreign exchange loss on hedging forecasted sales and purchases (26) (22) (15)
Impairment charges (17) (11) (13)
Losses and expenses related to unlisted venture funds (4) (47)
Loss on sale of property, plant and equipment (3) (5) (12)
VAT and other indirect tax write-offs and provisions 1 (3) (15)
Contractual remediation costs 5 (31)
Other 17 (23) (48)
Total (949) (223) (229)

11. Financial income and expenses

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Interest income on investments and loans receivable 84 31 50
Net interest expense on derivatives not under hedge accounting (18) (4) (4)
Interest expense on financial liabilities carried at amortized cost(1) (234) (135) (387)
Net interest expense on defined benefit pensions (Note 27) (65) (9) (2)
Net realized gains on disposal of fixed income available-for-sale financial investments 15 2 1
Net fair value (losses)/gains on investments at fair value through profit and loss (18) (2) 20
Net gains/(losses) on other derivatives designated at fair value through profit and loss 21 (5) (20)
Net fair value gains/(losses) on hedged items under fair value hedge accounting 11 7 (18)
Net fair value (losses)/gains on hedging instruments under fair value hedge accounting (15) (12) 17
Net foreign exchange losses (9) (76) (61)
Other financial income(2) 85 31 15
Other financial expenses(3) (144) (14) (14)
Total (287) (186) (403)

(1) In 2016, interest expense includes one-time charges of EUR 41 million, primarily related to the redemption of Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. USD 650 million 4.625% notes due July 2017, USD 500 million 8.875% notes due January 2020 and USD 700 million 6.750% notes due November 2020. In 2014, interest expense included a one-time non-cash charge of EUR 57 million relating to the repayment of the EUR 1.5 billion convertible bonds issued to Microsoft when the Sale of the D&S Business was completed and one-time expenses of EUR 123 million relating to the redemption of materially all, then Nokia Networks' borrowings.

(2) Includes distributions of EUR 66 million (EUR 25 million in 2015 and EUR 14 million in 2014) from private venture funds held as non-current available-for-sale investments.

(3) Includes impairments of EUR 108 million (EUR 2 million in 2014) related to private venture funds held as non-current available-for-sale investments. Refer to Note 16, Impairment.

12. Income taxes

Components of the income tax benefit/(expense)

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Continuing operations
Current tax (534) (258) (300)
Deferred tax 991 (88) 2 019
Total 457 (346) 1 719

Income tax reconciliation

Reconciliation of the difference between income tax computed at the statutory rate in Finland of 20% and income tax recognized in the consolidated income statement:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Income tax benefit/(expense) at statutory rate 274 (308) (200)
Permanent differences 31 16 (41)
Tax impact on operating model changes(1) 439
Non-creditable withholding taxes (42) (17) (31)
Income taxes for prior years 3 6 (14)
Effect of different tax rates of subsidiaries operating in other jurisdictions 88 (50) (47)
Effect of deferred tax assets not recognized(2) (318) (35) (26)
Benefit arising from previously unrecognized deferred tax assets(3) 19 38 2 081
Net (increase)/decrease in uncertain tax positions (20) 4
Change in income tax rates 3 (1)
Income taxes on undistributed earnings (23) (7)
Other 3 7 (2)
Total 457 (346) 1 719

(1) In 2016, following the completion of the Squeeze-Out of the remaining Alcatel Lucent Securities, the Group launched actions to integrate the former Alcatel Lucent and Nokia operating models. In connection with these integration activities, the Group transferred certain intellectual property to its operations in the United States, recording a tax benefit and additional deferred tax assets of EUR 348 million. In addition, the Group elected to treat the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent's operations in the United States as an asset purchase for United States tax purposes. The impact of this election was to utilize or forfeit existing deferred tax assets and record new deferred tax assets with a longer amortization period than the life of those forfeited assets. As a result of this, EUR 91 million additional deferred tax assets were recorded in 2016.

(2) In 2016, relates primarily to tax losses and temporary differences in France.

(3) In 2014, relates primarily to tax losses, unused tax credits and temporary differences in Finland for which a deferred tax asset was re-recognized.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Income tax liabilities and assets include a net EUR 495 million liability (EUR 394 million in 2015) relating to uncertain tax positions with inherently uncertain timing of cash outflows.

Prior period income tax returns for certain Group companies are under examination by local tax authorities. The Group has on-going tax audits in various jurisdictions, including India, Germany, Finland and Canada. The Group's business and investments, especially in emerging market countries, may be subject to uncertainties, including unfavorable or unpredictable tax treatment. Management judgment and a degree of estimation are required in determining the tax expense or benefit. Even though management does not expect that any significant additional taxes in excess of those already provided for will arise as a result of these examinations, the outcome or actual cost of settlement may vary materially from estimates.

In 2013, the tax authorities in India commenced an investigation into withholding tax in respect of payments by Nokia India Private Limited to Nokia Corporation for the supply of operating software. Subsequently, the authorities extended the investigation to other related tax consequences and issued orders and made certain assessments. The Group has denied all such allegations and continues defending itself in various Indian litigation proceedings, under both Indian and international law, while extending its full cooperation to the authorities.

Through the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, the Group has an on-going tax audit in Germany relating to the disposal of former Alcatel Lucent railway signaling business in 2006 to Thales. In the tax audit report issued in 2012, the tax authorities have claimed EUR 140 million before interest and penalties (being EUR 202 million including interest and penalties as of December 31, 2016). The case is pending with the tax court of Baden-Wuerttemberg in Stuttgart, Germany. The Group has not recognized a liability for this on-going tax audit as it is considered more likely than not that the Group will not have to pay these taxes.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities

2016 2015
EURm Deferred
tax assets
Deferred
tax liabilities
Net balance Deferred
tax assets
Deferred
tax liabilities
Net balance
Tax losses carried forward and unused tax credits 1 428 916
Undistributed earnings (67) (15)
Intangible assets and property, plant and
equipment
3 713 (501) 1 321 (154)
Defined benefit pension assets 3 (1 334) 1 (9)
Other non-current assets 19 (52) 4 (12)
Inventories 154 (3) 85 (6)
Other current assets 81 (66) 43 (41)
Defined benefit pension and other
post-retirement liabilities
1 478 (29) 154 (3)
Other non-current liabilities 12 (2) 1 (2)
Provisions 249 (6) 106 (3)
Other current liabilities 307 (56) 191 (33)
Other temporary differences 16 (46) 29
Total before netting 7 460 (2 162) 5 298 2 851 (278) 2 573
Netting of deferred tax assets and liabilities (1 759) 1 759 (217) 217
Total after netting(1) 5 701 (403) 5 298 2 634 (61) 2 573

(1) The increase, especially in deferred tax assets and liabilities relating to intangible assets and property, plant and equipment; and defined benefit pension assets and defined benefit pension and other post-retirement liabilities, is primarily due to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

Movements in the net deferred tax balance during the year:

EURm 2016 2015
As of January 1 2 573 2 688
Recognized in income statement, Continuing operations 991 (88)
Recognized in income statement, Discontinued operations (2) 147
Recognized in other comprehensive income (255) (114)
Recognized in equity (5) 5
Acquisitions through business combinations and disposals 1 914 (74)
Translation differences 82 9
As of December 31 5 298 2 573

Amount of temporary differences, tax losses carried forward and tax credits for which no deferred tax asset was recognized due to uncertainty of utilization:

EURm 2016 2015
Temporary differences 2 214 334
Tax losses carried forward 18 706 1 488
Tax credits 32 21
Total(1) 20 952 1 843

(1) In 2016, the increase is primarily due to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent.

The majority of the unrecognized temporary differences and tax losses relate to France. Based on the pattern of losses in the past years and in the absence of convincing other evidence of sufficient taxable profit in the future years, it is uncertain whether these deferred tax assets can be utilized in the foreseeable future. A significant portion of the French unrecognized deferred tax assets are indefinite in nature and available against future French tax liabilities, subject to a limitation of 50% of annual taxable profits.

The recognition of the remaining deferred tax assets is supported by offsetting deferred tax liabilities, earnings history and profit projections in the relevant jurisdictions. As of December 31, 2016 the majority of recognized net deferred tax assets relate to unused tax losses, tax credits and deductible temporary differences in the United States of EUR 2.5 billion (EUR 0.1 billion in 2015) and Finland of EUR 2.2 billion (EUR 2.0 billion in 2015). Based on the recent years' profitability in the United States and Finland, as well as the latest forecasts of future financial performance, the Group has been able to establish a pattern of sufficient tax profitability in the United States and Finland to conclude that it is probable that it will be able to utilize the tax losses, tax credits and deductible temporary differences in the foreseeable future. In 2016, the Group incurred an accounting loss in Finland due to significant integration and restructuring costs following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, which may delay the utilization of these tax attributes in Finland.

Expiry of tax losses carried forward and unused tax credits:

2016 2015
EURm Recognized Unrecognized Total Recognized Unrecognized Total
Tax losses carried forward
Within 10 years 1 853 1 681 3 534 1 742 1 171 2 913
Thereafter 79 17 96 174 174
No expiry 1 878 17 008 18 886 280 317 597
Total 3 810 18 706 22 516 2 196 1 488 3 684
Tax credits
Within 10 years 395 23 418 434 14 448
Thereafter 94 94 42 42
No expiry 66 9 75 7 7
Total 555 32 587 476 21 497

The Group has undistributed earnings of EUR 1 074 million (EUR 769 million in 2015) for which a deferred tax liability has not been recognized as these earnings will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

13. Earnings per share

2016
EURm
2015
EURm
2014
EURm
Basic
(Loss)/profit for the year attributable to equity holders of the parent
Continuing operations (751) 1 192 2 710
Discontinued operations (15) 1 274 752
Total (766) 2 466 3 462
Diluted
Effect of profit adjustments
Profit adjustment relating to Alcatel Lucent American Depositary
Shares
(8)
Elimination of interest expense, net of tax, on convertible bonds,
where dilutive
36 60
Total effect of profit adjustments (8) 36 60
(Loss)/profit attributable to equity holders of the parent adjusted
for the effect of dilution
Continuing operations (759) 1 228 2 770
Discontinued operations (15) 1 274 752
Total (774) 2 502 3 522
000s shares 000s shares 000s shares
Basic
Weighted average number of shares in issue 5 732 371 3 670 934 3 698 723
Diluted
Effect of dilutive shares
Effect of dilutive equity-based share incentive programs
Restricted shares and other 4 253 14 419
Performance shares 3 179 1 327
Stock options 1 971 3 351
Total effect of dilutive equity-based share incentive programs 9 403 19 097
Effect of other dilutive shares
Alcatel Lucent American Depositary Shares 8 746
Assumed conversion of convertible bonds 268 975 413 782
Total effect of other dilutive shares 8 746 268 975 413 782
Total effect of dilutive shares 8 746 278 378 432 879
Adjusted weighted average number of shares 5 741 117 3 949 312 4 131 602
Earnings per share attributable to equity holders of the parent EUR EUR EUR
Basic earnings per share
Continuing operations (0.13) 0.32 0.73
Discontinued operations 0.00 0.35 0.20
(Loss)/profit for the year (0.13) 0.67 0.94
Diluted earnings per share
Continuing operations (0.13) 0.31 0.67
Discontinued operations 0.00 0.32 0.18
(Loss)/profit for the year (0.13) 0.63 0.85

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit/loss attributable to equity holders of the parent by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year, excluding treasury shares. Diluted earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the profit/loss attributable to equity holders of the parent to eliminate the interest expense of dilutive convertible bonds and other equity instruments; and by adjusting the weighted average number of shares outstanding with the dilutive effect of stock options, restricted shares and performance shares outstanding during the period as well as the assumed conversion of convertible bonds and other equity instruments.

5 million restricted shares are outstanding (none in 2015 and 2014) that could potentially have a dilutive impact in the future but are excluded from the calculation as they are determined to be anti-dilutive.

10 million performance shares are outstanding (none in 2015 and 2014) that could potentially have a dilutive impact in the future but are excluded from the calculation as they are determined to be anti-dilutive. In addition, 4 million performance shares (4 million in 2015 and fewer than 1 million in 2014) have been excluded from the calculation of diluted shares as contingency conditions have not been met.

Stock options equivalent to fewer than 1 million shares (fewer than 1 million shares in 2015 and 2 million in 2014) have been excluded from the calculation of diluted shares as they are determined to be anti-dilutive.

In 2014, convertible bonds issued to Microsoft in September 2013 were fully redeemed as a result of the closing of the Sale of the D&S Business. 116 million potential shares were included in the calculation of diluted shares to reflect the part-year effect of these convertible bonds.

In 2015, the Group exercised its option to redeem the EUR 750 million convertible bonds at their original amount plus accrued interest. Virtually all bondholders elected to convert their convertible bonds into Nokia shares before redemption. 269 million potential shares have been included in the calculation of diluted shares to reflect the part-year effect of these convertible bonds. In 2014, the conversion price was increased and 298 million potential shares were included in the calculation of diluted shares as they were determined to be dilutive. Voluntary conversion of the entire bond would have resulted in the issue of 307 million shares in 2014.

On May 9, 2016, the Group acquired 107 775 949 Alcatel Lucent shares from JPMorgan Chase Bank N.A., as depositary, pursuant to the share purchase agreement announced on March 17, 2016. These shares represent Alcatel Lucent shares that remained in the Alcatel Lucent American Depositary Receipts program after the cancellation period and following the program's termination on April 25, 2016. On May 10, 2016 the Group registered with the Finnish Trade Register 59 276 772 new Nokia shares issued to the Alcatel depositary in settlement of the transaction. 9 million potential shares have been included in the calculation of diluted shares from March 16, 2016 to reflect the part-year effect of these shares, and were included in the calculation as dilutive shares until the registration date.

14. Intangible assets

EURm Goodwill Other Total
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2015 5 770 5 646 11 416
Translation differences 350 382 732
Additions 26 26
Acquisitions through business combinations 7 56 63
Disposals and retirements(1) (4 982) (2 973) (7 955)
Acquisition cost as of December 31, 2015 1 145 3 137 4 282
Accumulated amortization and impairment charges as of January 1, 2015 (3 207) (5 296) (8 503)
Translation differences (350) (350)
Disposals and retirements(1) 2 299 2 934 5 233
Amortization (102) (102)
Accumulated amortization and impairment charges as of December 31, 2015 (908) (2 814) (3 722)
Net book value as of January 1, 2015 2 563 350 2 913
Net book value as of December 31, 2015 237 323 560
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2016 1 145 3 137 4 282
Translation differences 129 424 553
Additions 62 62
Acquisitions through business combinations 5 358 5 781 11 139
Disposals and retirements(2) (22) (22)
Acquisition cost as of December 31, 2016 6 632 9 382 16 014
Accumulated amortization and impairment charges as of January 1, 2016 (908) (2 814) (3 722)
Translation differences (325) (325)
Disposals and retirements(2) 9 9
Amortization (1 016) (1 016)
Accumulated amortization and impairment charges as of December 31, 2016 (908) (4 146) (5 054)
Net book value as of January 1, 2016 237 323 560
Net book value as of December 31, 2016 5 724 5 236 10 960

(1) Included goodwill with acquisition cost of EUR 4 982 million and accumulated impairment of EUR 2 299 million and other intangible assets with acquisition cost of EUR 2 892 million and accumulated amortization of EUR 2 853 million disposed as part of the Sale of the HERE Business. (2) Includes impairment charges of EUR 9 million. Refer to Note 16, Impairment.

Net book value of other intangible assets by type of asset:

EURm 2016 2015
Customer relationships 2 765 132
Technologies 1 786 126
Tradenames and trademarks 308 9
Other 377 56
Total 5 236 323

The remaining amortization periods are approximately one to nine years for customer relationships, one to seven years for developed technology and five to seven years for tradenames and trademarks.

15. Property, plant and equipment

EURm Buildings and
constructions
Machinery and
equipment
Other Assets under
construction
Total
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2015 438 1 854 41 19 2 352
Translation differences 32 134 1 167
Additions 62 186 15 16 279
Acquisitions through business combinations 2 5 7
Reclassifications 12 4 (16)
Disposals and retirements(1) (119) (437) (16) (4) (576)
Acquisition cost as of December 31, 2015 427 1 746 41 15 2 229
Accumulated depreciation as of January 1, 2015 (180) (1 434) (22) (1 636)
Translation differences (18) (114) (1) (133)
Disposals and retirements(1) 71 365 16 452
Depreciation (47) (168) (2) (217)
Accumulated depreciation as of December 31, 2015 (174) (1 351) (9) (1 534)
Net book value as of January 1, 2015 258 420 19 19 716
Net book value as of December 31, 2015 253 395 32 15 695
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2016 427 1 746 41 15 2 229
Transfers to assets held for sale (47) (47)
Translation differences 1 (15) 2 (12)
Additions 65 361 3 87 516
Acquisitions through business combinations 587 674 68 84 1 413
Reclassifications 20 75 2 (97)
Disposals and retirements (54) (148) (2) (204)
Acquisition cost as of December 31, 2016 999 2 693 114 89 3 895
Accumulated depreciation as of January 1, 2016 (174) (1 351) (9) (1 534)
Transfers to assets held for sale 5 5
Translation differences 1 13 14
Disposals and retirements 46 133 179
Depreciation (94) (480) (4) (578)
Accumulated depreciation as of December 31, 2016 (216) (1 685) (13) (1 914)
Net book value as of January 1, 2016 253 395 32 15 695
Net book value as of December 31, 2016 783 1 008 101 89 1 981

(1) Included buildings and constructions with acquisition cost of EUR 81 million and accumulated depreciation of EUR 35 million, machinery and equipment with acquisition cost of EUR 305 million and accumulated depreciation of EUR 239 million and assets under construction with acquisition cost of EUR 3 million disposed as part of the Sale of the HERE Business.

In 2014, the tax authorities in India placed a lien which prohibited the Group from transferring the mobile devices-related facility in Chennai to Microsoft as part of the Sale of the D&S Business.

16. Impairment

Goodwill

Following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent on January 4, 2016, the Group adopted an operational and reporting structure consisting of two businesses: Nokia's Networks business and Nokia Technologies, and three reportable segments for financial reporting purposes: Ultra Broadband Networks and IP Networks and Applications within Nokia's Networks business, and Nokia Technologies. Based on the current operational and reporting structure, the Group allocated goodwill to the operating segments within Nokia's Networks business and to the Withings cash generating unit within Nokia Technologies corresponding to groups of cash generating units ("group of CGUs") and cash generating unit ("CGU"), respectively. The goodwill allocation reflects the lowest level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes; and is allocated to the group of CGUs or the CGU that is expected to benefit from the synergies of the combination.

Allocation of goodwill

The following table presents the allocation of goodwill to groups of CGUs and the CGU as of the annual impairment testing date October 1, 2016:

EURm 2016 2015
Mobile Networks 2 298
Fixed Networks 896
IP/Optical Networks 1 970
Applications & Analytics 240
Withings (Nokia Technologies) 141
Global Services 124
Radio Access Networks (Mobile Broadband) 115

Recoverable amounts

The recoverable amounts of the groups of CGUs and the CGU were based on fair value less costs of disposal that was determined using a level 3 fair value measurement based on a discounted cash flow calculation. The cash flow projections used in calculating the recoverable amounts were based on financial plans approved by management covering an explicit forecast period of five years.

Five additional years of cash flow projections subsequent to the explicit forecast period reflect a gradual progression towards the steady state cash flow projections modeled in the terminal year. The terminal growth rate assumptions reflect long-term average growth rates for the industry and economies in which the groups of CGUs and the CGU operate. The discount rates reflect current assessments of the time value of money and relevant market risk premiums reflecting risks and uncertainties for which the future cash flow estimates have not been adjusted. Other key variables in future cash flow projections include assumptions on estimated sales growth, gross margin and operating margin. All cash flow projections are consistent with external sources of information, wherever possible.

The key assumptions applied in the impairment testing analysis for the groups of CGUs and the CGU:

2016 2015 2016 2015
Key assumption % Terminal growth rate Post-tax discount rate
Mobile Networks 0.9 9.2
Fixed Networks 0.9 8.6
IP/Optical Networks 1.4 8.9
Applications & Analytics 1.8 9.0
Withings (Nokia Technologies) 2.1 12.7
Global Services 1.0 8.7
Radio Access Networks (Mobile Broadband) 1.0 9.2

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Sensitivity analysis

The Group allocated a significant proportion of the goodwill arising from the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent to the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, which is comprised mainly of businesses acquired in the acquisition. As a result, the fair value of the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs corresponds closely to its respective carrying amount.

The results of the impairment testing indicate significant headroom for each group of CGUs and CGU, except for the IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs, where the recoverable amount exceeds its carrying amount by approximately EUR 1 200 million. Taken in isolation, the following changes would cause the recoverable amount of IP/Optical Networks group of CGUs to equal its carrying amount:

■ Increase in discount rate from 8.9% to 10.7%.

■ Reduction in operational profitability in the terminal year by 40%, which is equal to the decrease in the operating profit of EUR 331 million.

Other non-current assets

Impairment charges by asset category:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Other intangible assets 9
Available-for-sale investments 116 11 15
Total 125 11 15

Other intangible assets

The Group recognized an impairment charge of EUR 9 million following the discontinuation of certain technology-related assets acquired with Mesaplexx Pty Ltd. The impairment charge is recorded in other operating expenses.

Available-for-sale investments

The Group recognized an impairment charge of EUR 116 million (EUR 11 million in 2015 and EUR 15 million in 2014) primarily related to the performance of certain private funds investing in IPR that are included in non-current available-for-sale equity investments at cost less impairment. These charges are recorded in other expenses and financial income and expenses.

17. Inventories

EURm 2016 2015
Raw materials, supplies and other 268 102
Work in progress 1 159 404
Finished goods 1 079 508
Total 2 506 1 014

The cost of inventories recognized as an expense during the year and included in the cost of sales is EUR 7 636 million (EUR 3 132 million in 2015 and EUR 3 156 million in 2014).

Movements in allowances for excess and obsolete inventory for the years ended December 31:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
As of January 1 195 204 178
Charged to income statement 354 71 107
Deductions(1) (93) (80) (81)
As of December 31 456 195 204

(1) Deductions include utilization and releases of allowances.

18. Allowances for doubtful accounts

Movements in allowances for doubtful accounts for the years ended December 31:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
As of January 1 62 103 124
Transfer to Discontinued operations (7)
Charged to income statement 126 13 24
Deductions(1) (20) (47) (45)
As of December 31 168 62 103

(1) Deductions include utilization and releases of allowances.

19. Prepaid expenses and accrued income

Non-current assets

EURm 2016 2015
R&D tax credits and other indirect tax receivables 254
Other 74 51
Total 328 51

Current assets

EURm 2016 2015
Social security, R&D tax credits, VAT and other indirect taxes 560 258
Deposits 118 83
Accrued revenue 101 21
Divestment-related receivables 90 160
Other 427 227
Total 1 296 749

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

20. Shares of the Parent Company

Shares and share capital

Nokia Corporation ("Parent Company") has one class of shares. Each share entitles the holder to one vote at General Meetings. As of December 31, 2016, the share capital of Nokia Corporation is EUR 245 896 461.96 and the total number of shares issued is 5 836 055 012. As of December 31, 2016, the total number of shares includes 115 551 878 shares owned by Group companies representing 2.0% of share capital and total voting rights. Under the Nokia Articles of Association, Nokia Corporation does not have minimum or maximum share capital or share par value.

Authorizations

Authorization to issue shares and special rights entitling to shares

At the Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2015, the shareholders authorized the Board of Directors to issue a maximum of 730 million shares through one or more issues of shares or special rights entitling to shares. The Board of Directors was authorized to issue either new shares or shares held by the Parent Company. The authorization included the right for the Board of Directors to resolve on all the terms and conditions of such share and special rights issuances, including issuance in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive rights. The authorization may be used to develop the Parent Company's capital structure, diversify the shareholder base, finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, settle the Parent Company's equity-based incentive plans, or for other purposes resolved by the Board of Directors. The authorization that would have been effective until November 5, 2016 was terminated by a resolution of Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016.

At the Extraordinary General Meeting held on December 2, 2015, the shareholders authorized the Board of Directors to issue, in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive right, a maximum of 2 100 million shares through one or more share issues. The authorization includes the right for the Board of Directors to resolve on all the terms and conditions of such share issuances. The authorization may be used to issue Parent Company shares to the holders of Alcatel Lucent shares, American Depositary Shares and convertible bonds as well as to beneficiaries of Alcatel Lucent employee equity compensation arrangements for the purpose of implementing the transaction with Alcatel Lucent, including the consummation of the public exchange offers made to Alcatel Lucent shareholders as well as other transactions contemplated by the memorandum of understanding between the Group and Alcatel Lucent, and/or otherwise to effect the combination. The authorization is effective until December 2, 2020.

In 2016, under the authorization held by the Board of Directors, the Parent Company issued in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive right to subscription 1 842 158 031 shares in exchange for the Alcatel Lucent ordinary shares, American Depository Shares and OCEANE convertible bonds to effect the business combination with Alcatel Lucent. The number of shares issued consisted of 1 831 136 063 new shares and 11 021 968 shares held by Group companies. On November 2, 2016 the Group reached 100% ownership of Alcatel Lucent. Refer to Note 5, Acquisitions.

At the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016, the shareholders authorized the Board of Directors to issue a maximum of 1 150 million shares through one or more issues of shares or special rights entitling to shares. The Board of Directors is authorized to issue either new shares or shares held by the Parent Company. The authorization included the right for the Board of Directors to resolve on all the terms and conditions of such share and special rights issuances, including issuance in deviation from the shareholders' pre-emptive rights. The authorization may be used to develop the Parent Company's capital structure, diversify the shareholder base, finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, settle the Parent Company's equity-based incentive plans, or for other purposes resolved by the Board of Directors. The authorization is effective until December 16, 2017.

In 2016, under the authorization held by the Board of Directors, the Parent Company issued 3 408 437 treasury shares to employees, including certain members of the Group Leadership Team, as settlement under equity-based incentive plans. The shares were issued without consideration and in accordance with the Plan rules.

In 2016, the Parent Company issued 1 033 265 new shares following the holders of stock options issued in 2011 and 2012 exercising their option rights.

As of December 31, 2016, the Board of Directors had no other authorizations to issue shares, convertible bonds, warrants or stock options.

Other authorizations

At the Annual General Meeting held on May 5, 2015, the shareholders authorized the Board of Directors to repurchase a maximum of 365 million shares. The amount corresponded to less than 10% of the total number of Parent Company's shares. The shares may be repurchased in order to optimize the capital structure of the Parent Company, in order to finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, to settle the Parent Company's equity-based incentive plans or to be transferred for other purposes. The authorization that would have been effective until November 5, 2016 was terminated by a resolution of the Annual General Meeting on June 16, 2016.

At the Annual General Meeting held on June 16, 2016, the shareholders authorized the Board of Directors to repurchase a maximum of 575 million shares. The amount corresponds to less than 10% of the total number of Parent Company's shares. The shares may be repurchased in order to optimize the capital structure of the Parent Company and are expected to be cancelled. In addition, the shares may be repurchased in order to finance or carry out acquisitions or other arrangements, to settle the Parent Company's equity-based incentive plans or to be transferred for other purposes. The authorization is effective until December 16, 2017.

In 2016, under the authorization held by the Board of Directors and in line with the capital structure optimization program, the Parent Company repurchased 54 296 182 shares representing approximately 0.9% of share capital and total voting rights. The price paid for the shares was based on the current market price of the Nokia share on the securities market at the time of the repurchase.

21. Fair value and other reserves

EURm Translation
differences
Pension
remeasurements
Hedging reserve Available-for-sale
Investments
As of January 1, 2014 434 (131) 30 181
Foreign exchange translation differences 628
Net investment hedging losses (153)
Remeasurements of defined benefit plans (179)
Net fair value (losses)/gains (10) 117
Transfer to income statement 197 (20) (14)
Disposal of businesses 46 2
Movement attributable to non-controlling interests (7)
As of December 31, 2014 1 099 (264) 2 284
Foreign exchange translation differences 672
Net investment hedging losses (207)
Remeasurements of defined benefit plans 84
Net fair value (losses)/gains (53) 225
Transfer to income statement (1 268) 49 (131)
Disposal of businesses 8
Movement attributable to non-controlling interests (4)
As of December 31, 2015 292 (172) (2) 378
Foreign exchange translation differences 265
Net investment hedging losses (83)
Remeasurements of defined benefit plans 343
Net fair value losses (13) (10)
Transfer to income statement (14) 25 (63)
Acquisition of non-controlling interests (15) (2)
Movement attributable to non-controlling interests 38 4
As of December 31, 2016 483 173 10 305

Translation differences consist of translation differences arising from translation of foreign Group companies' assets and liabilities into euro, the presentation currency of the consolidated financial statements, as well as gains and losses related to hedging of net investments in foreign operations. On disposal of all or a part of a foreign Group company, the cumulative amount of translation differences and related accumulated changes in fair value of qualifying net investment hedges are recognized as income or expense on the consolidated income statement when the gain or loss on disposal is recognized. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies.

The Group has defined benefit plans. Actuarial gains and losses arising from experience adjustments and changes in actuarial assumptions for these defined benefit plans are charged or credited to the pension remeasurements reserve. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies and Note 27, Pensions and other post-employment benefits.

The Group applies hedge accounting on certain forward foreign exchange contracts that are designated as cash flow hedges. The change in fair value that reflects the change in spot exchange rates is deferred to the hedging reserve to the extent that the hedge is effective. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies.

The Group invests a portion of cash needed to cover the projected cash needs of its ongoing business operations in highly liquid, interest-bearing investments and certain equity instruments. Changes in the fair value of these available-for-sale investments are recognized in the fair value and other reserves as part of other comprehensive income, with the exception of interest calculated using the effective interest method and foreign exchange gains and losses on current available-for-sale investments recognized directly in the consolidated income statement. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies.

22. Other comprehensive income

2016 2015 2014
EURm Gross Tax Net Gross Tax Net Gross Tax Net
Pension remeasurements
Remeasurements of defined benefit plans 613 (269) 344 112 (28) 84 (275) 96 (179)
Net change during the year 613 (269) 344 112 (28) 84 (275) 96 (179)
Translation differences
Exchange differences on translating
foreign operations 265 265 673 673 628 628
Transfer to income statement (14) (14) (1 727) (1 727) 192 192
Net change during the year 251 251 (1 054) (1 054) 820 820
Net investment hedging
Net investment hedging losses (103) 20 (83) (260) 53 (207) (187) 34 (153)
Transfer to income statement 582 (123) 459 20 (15) 5
Net change during the year (103) 20 (83) 322 (70) 252 (167) 19 (148)
Cash flow hedges
Net fair value losses (16) 3 (13) (66) 13 (53) (5) (5) (10)
Transfer to income statement 30 (5) 25 61 (12) 49 (25) 5 (20)
Net change during the year 14 (2) 12 (5) 1 (4) (30) (30)
Available-for-sale Investments
Net fair value (losses)/gains (9) (1) (10) 246 (21) 225 120 (3) 117
Transfer to income statement on impairment 25 (4) 21 11 11 15 15
Transfer to income statement on disposal (91) 7 (84) (144) 2 (142) (29) (29)
Net change during the year (75) 2 (73) 113 (19) 94 106 (3) 103
Other (decrease)/increase, net (6) (6) 2 –– 2 40 40
Total 694 (249) 445 (510) (116) (626) 494 112 606
Carrying amount EURm
Issuer/borrower Instrument Currency Nominal (million) Final maturity 2016 2015
Nokia Corporation Revolving Credit Facility(1) EUR 1 579 June 2019
Nokia Corporation 6.625% Senior Notes USD 500 May 2039 482 467
Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. 6.45% Senior Notes USD 1 360 March 2029 1 306
Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. 6.5% Senior Notes USD 300 January 2028 287
Alcatel Lucent SA 0.125% OCEANE Convertible Bond EUR January 2020
Nokia Corporation 5.375% Senior Notes USD 1 000 May 2019 961 940
Nokia Corporation 6.75% Senior Notes EUR 500 February 2019 527 539
Alcatel Lucent SA 0% OCEANE Convertible Bond EUR January 2019
Nokia Corporation and
various subsidiaries Other liabilities(2) 464 128
Total 4 027 2 074

23. Interest-bearing liabilities

(1) In June 2016, the Group exercised its option to increase the size of the EUR 1 500 million revolving credit facility to EUR 1 579 million and to extend the maturity date from June 2018 to June 2019. The facility has a remaining one-year extension option, no financial covenants and remains undrawn.

(2) Includes liabilities related to the French R&D tax credits (Crédits d'Impôt Recherche) of EUR 132 million that have been sold to banks on a recourse basis and hence remain on the consolidated statement of financial position.

Transactions relating to borrowings acquired as part of the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent

As part of the public exchange offer to acquire Alcatel Lucent 2018 OCEANE, 2019 OCEANE and 2020 OCEANE convertible bonds with nominal amounts of EUR 381 million, EUR 238 million and EUR 293 million respectively, were tendered for exchange into Nokia shares. As a result, less than 15% of the 2018 OCEANE convertible bonds remained outstanding, and the Group caused Alcatel Lucent SA to redeem at par value plus accrued interest, all of the outstanding 2018 OCEANE convertible bonds pursuant to the terms and conditions of the bonds. Subsequently during 2016 the remaining outstanding 2019 OCEANE and 2020 OCEANE convertible bonds with nominal amounts EUR 402 million and EUR 136 million respectively, were either put back, acquired in privately negotiated transactions, or acquired through the Public Buy-Out Offer followed by a Squeeze-Out for an aggregate cash payment of EUR 562 million. Refer to Note 5, Acquisitions.

In January 2016, Alcatel Lucent SA repaid its EUR 190 million 8.50% senior notes. In February, 2016, Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. redeemed its USD 650 million 4.625% notes due July 2017, USD 500 million 8.875% notes due January 2020 and USD 700 million 6.750% notes due November 2020 in accordance with their respective terms and conditions. In February 2016, Alcatel Lucent SA terminated its EUR 504 million revolving credit facility. In March 2016, the Alcatel-Lucent Submarine Networks' credit facility of EUR 74 million was repaid.

All of the remaining borrowings are senior unsecured and have no financial covenants.

24. Fair value of financial instruments

Carrying amounts Fair
value(1)
EURm Current
available
for-sale
financial assets
Non-current
available
for-sale
financial assets
Financial
instruments at
fair value
through profit
or loss
Loans and
receivables
measured at
amortized cost
Financial
liabilities
measured at
amortized cost
Total Total
2016
Available-for-sale investments, carried at fair value 838 838 838
Available-for-sale investments, carried at cost
less impairment 202 202 202
Other non-current financial assets 111 143 254 228
Accounts receivable 6 972 6 972 6 972
Other current financial assets 235 61 296 296
Investments at fair value through profit and loss,
liquid assets
327 327 327
Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets
carried at fair value 1 502 1 502 1 502
Cash and cash equivalents carried at fair value 7 497 7 497 7 497
Total financial assets 8 999 1 040 673 7 176 17 888 17 862
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 3 657 3 657 3 821
Short-term interest-bearing liabilities 370 370 370
Other financial liabilities 250 34 284 284
Accounts payable 3 781 3 781 3 781
Total financial liabilities 250 7 842 8 092 8 256
2015
Available-for-sale investments, carried at fair value 703 703 703
Available-for-sale investments, carried at cost
less impairment 285 285 285
Other non-current financial assets 49 49 39
Accounts receivable 3 913 3 913 3 913
Other current financial assets 96 32 128 128
Investments at fair value through profit and loss,
liquid assets
687 687 687
Available-for-sale investments, publicly quoted
equity shares
16 16 16
Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets
carried at fair value
2 167 2 167 2 167
Cash and cash equivalents carried at fair value 6 995 6 995 6 995
Total financial assets 9 162 1 004 783 3 994 14 943 14 933
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 2 023 2 023 2 100
Short-term interest-bearing liabilities 51 51 51
Other financial liabilities 114 8 122 122
Accounts payable 1 910 1 910 1 910
Total financial liabilities 114 3 992 4 106 4 183

(1) The following fair value measurement methods are used for items not carried at fair value: the fair value is estimated to equal the carrying amount for available-for-sale investments carried at cost less impairment for which it is not possible to estimate fair value reliably. These assets are tested for impairment using a discounted cash flow analysis if events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amounts may not be recoverable. The fair values of long-term interest-bearing liabilities are primarily based on quotes from third-party pricing services (level 2). The fair values of other assets and liabilities, including loans receivable and loans payable are primarily based on discounted cash flow analysis (level 2). The fair value is estimated to equal the carrying amount for short-term financial assets and financial liabilities due to limited credit risk and short time to maturity. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies.

Fair value hierarchy

Financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are categorized based on the amount of unobservable inputs used to measure their fair value. Three hierarchical levels are based on an increasing amount of judgment associated with the inputs used to derive fair valuation for these assets and liabilities, level 1 being market values for exchange traded products, level 2 being primarily based on quotes from third-party pricing services, and level 3 requiring most management judgment. At the end of each reporting period, the Group categorizes its financial assets and liabilities to appropriate level of fair value hierarchy.

Items measured at fair value on a recurring basis as of December 31:

Instruments with Valuation Valuation
quoted prices in
active markets
technique using
observable data
technique using
non-observable
EURm (level 1) (level 2) data (level 3) Total
2016
Available-for-sale investments, carried at fair value 164 674 838
Other current financial assets, derivatives(1) 235 235
Investments at fair value through profit and loss 438 438
Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets carried at fair value 1 502 1 502
Total assets 2 339 674 3 013
Other financial liabilities, derivatives(1) 236 14 250
Total liabilities 236 14 250
2015
Available-for-sale investments, carried at fair value 15 688 703
Other current financial assets, derivatives(1) 96 96
Investments at fair value through profit and loss 687 687
Available-for-sale investments, publicly quoted equity shares 16 16
Available-for-sale investments, liquid assets carried at fair value 2 167 2 167
Total assets 16 2 965 688 3 669
Other financial liabilities, derivatives(1) 114 114
Total liabilities 114 114

(1) Refer to Note 25, Derivative financial instruments for the allocation between hedge accounted and non-hedge accounted derivatives.

The level 1 category includes financial assets and liabilities that are measured in whole by reference to published quotes in an active market. A financial instrument is regarded as quoted in an active market if quoted prices are readily and regularly available from an exchange, and those prices represent actual and regularly occurring market transactions on an arm's-length basis. This category includes only exchange traded products. Comparative presentation has been updated accordingly.

The level 2 category includes financial assets and liabilities measured using a valuation technique based on assumptions that are supported by prices from observable current market transactions. These include assets and liabilities with fair values based on quotes from third-party pricing services, financial assets with fair values based on broker quotes and assets that are valued using the Group's own valuation models whereby the material assumptions are market observable. The majority of listed bonds and other securities, over-the-counter derivatives and certain other products are included in this category.

The level 3 category includes a large number of investments in unlisted equities and unlisted venture funds, including investments managed by Nokia Growth Partners specializing in growth-stage investing and by BlueRun Ventures focusing on early-stage opportunities. The level 3 fair value is determined using one or more valuation techniques where the use of the market approach generally consists of using comparable market transactions, while the use of the income approach generally consists of calculating the net present value of expected future cash flows. For unlisted funds, the selection of appropriate valuation techniques by the fund managing partner may be affected by the availability and reliability of relevant inputs. In some cases one valuation technique may provide the best indication of fair value while in other circumstances multiple valuation techniques may be appropriate.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

The inputs generally considered in determining the fair value include the original transaction price, recent transactions in the same or similar instruments, completed or pending third-party transactions in the underlying investment or comparable issuers, subsequent rounds of financing, recapitalizations or other transactions undertaken by the issuer, offerings in the equity or debt capital markets, and changes in financial ratios or cash flows, adjusted as appropriate for liquidity, credit, market and/or other risk factors. The level 3 investments are valued on a quarterly basis taking into consideration any changes, projections and assumptions, as well as any changes in economic and other relevant conditions. The fair value may be adjusted to reflect illiquidity and/or non-transferability, with the amount of such discount estimated by the managing partner in the absence of market information. Assumptions used by the managing partner due to the lack of observable inputs may impact the resulting fair value of individual investments, although no individual input has a significant impact on the total fair value of the level 3 investments.

Reconciliation of the opening and closing balances on level 3 financial assets and liabilities:

EURm Level 3 financial
assets and liabilities
As of January 1, 2015 556
Net gain in income statement 96
Net gain in other comprehensive income 83
Purchases 70
Sales (146)
Other 29
As of December 31, 2015 688
Net gains in income statement 52
Net loss recorded in other comprehensive income (48)
Acquisitions through business combination (14)
Purchases 72
Sales (101)
Other 11
As of December 31, 2016 660

The gains and losses from financial assets and liabilities categorized in level 3 are included in other operating income and expenses in cases where the investment and disposal objectives for these investments are business-driven. In other cases, the gains and losses are included in financial income and expenses.

25. Derivative financial instruments

Assets Liabilities
EURm Fair value(1) Notional(2) Fair value(1) Notional(2)
2016
Hedges on net investment in foreign subsidiaries
Forward foreign exchange contracts 20 1 829 (1) 255
Cash flow hedges
Forward foreign exchange contracts 12 382 (9) 185
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swaps 42 300
Forward foreign exchange contracts 21 350 (51) 689
Firm commitments 34 633 (6) 311
Cash flow and fair value hedges(3)
Cross-currency interest rate swaps 42 1 002
Derivatives not designated in hedge accounting relationships
carried at fair value through profit and loss
Forward foreign exchange contracts 61 3 777 (135) 7 526
Currency options bought 3 569
Interest rate swaps (29) 329
Other derivatives (5) 157
Total 235 8 842 (236) 9 452
2015
Hedges on net investment in foreign subsidiaries
Forward foreign exchange contracts 2 223 (5) 464
Currency options bought 106
Currency options sold 114
Cash flow hedges
Forward foreign exchange contracts 4 844 (19) 880
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swaps 52 301
Cash flow and fair value hedges(3)
Cross-currency interest rate swaps 17 355 (5) 646
Derivatives not designated in hedge accounting relationships
carried at fair value through profit and loss
Forward foreign exchange contracts 17 2 117 (31) 2 296
Currency options bought 4 350
Currency options sold 48
Interest rate swaps (50) 646
Other derivatives (4) 37
Total 96 4 296 (114) 5 131

(1) Included in other financial assets and other financial liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position.

(2) Includes the gross amount of all notional values for contracts that have not yet been settled or cancelled. The amount of notional value outstanding is not necessarily a measure or indication of market risk as the exposure of certain contracts may be offset by that of other contracts.

(3) Cross-currency interest rate swaps have been designated partly as fair value hedges and partly as cash flow hedges.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

26. Share-based payment

The Group has several equity-based incentive programs for employees. The programs consist of performance share plans, restricted share plans and employee share purchase plans. New stock option plans are no longer granted, although the 2011 stock option plan remains in force. Both executives and other eligible employees participate in these programs. The equity-based incentive grants are generally conditional on continued employment as well as the fulfillment of the performance, service and other conditions determined in the relevant plan rules. The share-based payment expense for all equity-based incentive grants for Continuing operations amounts to EUR 130 million (EUR 67 million in 2015 and EUR 53 million in 2014).

Performance shares

In 2016, the Group administered four global performance share plans, the Performance Share Plans of 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The performance shares represent a commitment by the Group to deliver Nokia shares to employees at a future point in time, subject to the fulfillment of predetermined performance criteria. In the Performance Share Plan of 2016, performance shares were granted with pre-defined performance criteria and included a minimum payout guarantee. As a result of the minimum payout defined in the terms and conditions of the 2016 Plan, the number of shares to be settled following the restriction period will start at 25% of the granted amount at target. The number of performance shares at target is the amount of performance shares granted to an individual that will be settled if the target performance with respect to performance criteria is achieved. Any additional payout beyond the minimum amount will be determined based on the financial performance against the established performance criteria during the two-year performance period. At maximum performance, the settlement amounts to two times the amount at target.

Global performance share plans as of December 31:

Plan Performance shares
outstanding at target
Confirmed payout
(% of target)
Performance period Restriction period(1) Settlement year
2013 86 2013–2014 2015 2016
2014 10 247 152 126 2014–2015 2016 2017
2015 10 818 660 124 2015–2016 2017 2018
2016 22 351 738 2016–2017 2018 2019

(1) The restriction period will be no less than one year from the end of the performance period.

Performance criteria for the year ended December 31:

Performance criteria Threshold performance
EUR
Maximum performance
EUR
Weight
%
2016 Plan Average annual net sales(1) 2016-2017 24 097 million 27 724 million 50
Average annual diluted(1) EPS 2016-2017 0.23 0.34 50
2015 Plan(2) Annual net sales(1) in 2015 11 892 million 14 144 million 25
Annual net sales(1) in 2016 23 421 million 27 852 million 25
Average annual diluted(1) EPS 2015-2016 0.18 0.29 50

(1) Excludes costs related to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent and related integration, goodwill impairment charges, intangible asset amortization and other purchase price fair value adjustments, restructuring and associated charges and certain other items.

(2) The performance criteria of the Performance Share Plan 2015 were modified in 2016 to reflect the new structure and size of the Group following the Sale of the HERE Business and the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent. The net sales metric is weighted equally each year, instead of calculating an average over the two-year performance period due to significant difference between the metrics for Nokia in 2015 and the new combined company in 2016.

Until the Nokia shares are delivered, the participants do not have any shareholder rights, such as voting or dividend rights, associated with the performance shares. The performance share grants are generally forfeited if the employment relationship with the Group terminates prior to vesting.

Restricted shares

In 2016, the Group administered four global restricted share plans: the Restricted Share Plan 2013, 2014, 2015 and 2016. The vesting schedule for plans prior to the 2015 Plan was 36 months following the grant quarter. The vesting schedule for the 2015 and 2016 Plans introduce tranche vesting and vest in three equal tranches on the first, second and the third anniversary of the award subject to continued employment with the Group. Restricted shares are granted on a limited basis for exceptional purposes related to retention and recruitment of individuals deemed critical to the Group's future success. Until the Nokia shares are delivered, the participants do not have any shareholder rights, such as voting or dividend rights, associated with the restricted shares. The restricted share grants are generally forfeited if the employment relationship with the Group terminates prior to vesting of the applicable tranche or tranches.

Active share-based payment plans by instrument

Performance shares outstanding at target(1) Restricted shares outstanding(1)
Number of
performance
shares at target
Weighted average grant
date fair value
EUR(2)
Number of
restricted
shares outstanding
Weighted average grant
date fair value
EUR(2)
As of January 1, 2014 21 980 408 30 356 850
Granted 13 934 730 6.07 1 013 466 5.62
Forfeited (18 676 072) (19 546 605)
Vested (5 000) (4 228 306)
As of December 31, 2014 17 234 066 7 595 405
Granted 13 553 992 5.78 342 200 6.22
Forfeited (7 859 208) (3 880 221)
Vested (1 952 910)
As of December 31, 2015 22 928 850 2 104 474
Granted 23 110 479 4.70 5 406 682 4.73
Forfeited (1 489 070) (255 023)
Vested (1 132 709) (1 286 596)
As of December 31, 2016(3) 43 417 550 5 969 537

(1) Includes performance and restricted shares granted under other than global equity plans.

(2) The fair values of performance and restricted shares are estimated based on the grant date market price of the Nokia share less the present value of dividends expected to be paid during the vesting period.

(3) Includes 10 247 152 performance shares for the Performance Share Plan 2014 and 521 685 Restricted Shares that vested on January 1, 2017.

Employee share purchase plan

The Group offers a voluntary Employee Share Purchase Plan to its employees. Employees make contributions from their salary to purchase Nokia shares on a monthly basis during a 12-month savings period. The Group intends to deliver one matching share for every two purchased shares the employee still holds as of the end of the Plan cycle. In 2016, 1 661 951 matching shares were issued as a settlement to the participants of the Employee Share Purchase Plan 2015 (140 436 matching shares issued in 2015). Additionally in 2016, according to the terms and conditions of the plan, the Group issued 20 free shares to the participants of the Employee Share Purchase Plan, being 601 408 shares in total.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Legacy equity compensation programs

Stock options

In 2016, the Group administered two global stock option plans, the Stock Option Plans 2007 and 2011, approved by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting in the year when the plan was launched. Stock option plans have not been granted since 2013 as compensation to Group employees. The Stock Option Plan 2007 lapsed on January 1, 2016.

Each stock option entitles the holder to subscribe for one new Nokia share. The stock options are non-transferable and may be exercised for shares only. Shares will be eligible for dividends for the financial year in which the share subscription takes place. Other shareholder rights will commence on the date on which the subscribed shares are entered in the Trade Register. The stock option grants are generally forfeited if the employment relationship with the Group is terminated.

Reconciliation of stock options outstanding and exercisable:

Shares under option(1) Number
of shares
Weighted
average exercise
price
EUR
Weighted
average share
price
EUR
Number of
options
exercisable
Weighted
average exercise
price
EUR
As of January 1, 2014 28 000 192 4.47 4 339 341 9.66
Exercised (56 623) 5.75 6.69
Forfeited (16 839 593) 3.39
Expired (3 759 953) 9.94
As of December 31, 2014 7 344 023 4.81 1 913 537 10.43
Exercised (1 242 381) 3.79 6.44
Forfeited (2 215 216) 2.48
Expired (246 140) 8.07
As of December 31, 2015 3 640 286 4.67 2 318 911 5.97
Exercised (832 900) 2.52 4.87
Forfeited (17 875) 2.57
Expired (1 188 490) 7.81
As of December 31, 2016 1 601 021 3.34 1 197 771 3.56

(1) Includes stock options granted under other than global equity plans, excluding the 2012 Nokia Networks Equity Incentive Plan.

Nokia Networks equity incentive plan

In 2012, the Board of Nokia Siemens Networks established the Nokia Networks Equity Incentive Plan ("the Plan"), a share-based incentive program under which options for Nokia Solutions and Networks B.V. shares were granted to selected key employees and senior management. In 2015, 30% of the options became exercisable and the remaining 70% became exercisable in 2016. The exercise price of the options is based on a per share value on grant as determined for the purposes of the Plan. The options are accounted for as a cash-settled share-based payment liability as of December 31, 2016. The fair value of the liability is determined based on the estimated fair value of shares less the exercise price of the options on the reporting date. The total carrying amount of the Plan is EUR 9 million (EUR 73 million in 2015) and is included in accrued expenses and other liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position.

Alcatel Lucent equity incentive plan

Following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, plans previously granted to former Alcatel Lucent employees that remained outstanding and exercisable were transferred to the Group with original vesting terms and conditions. Multiple liquidity agreements were offered in limited circumstances as part of the transaction to support the delivery of specific awards at the point of vesting with settlement in Nokia shares. For the primary liquidity arrangement (applied to the 2015 performance share grant), the performance conditions are market-driven and the terms were modified to acknowledge the change from Alcatel Lucent share-related measure to Nokia share measure. All shares granted that are covered under the liquidity agreements are accounted for as replacement plans.

At the time of the Squeeze-Out, the remaining plans were modified to allow for the completion of the Squeeze-Out. Modifications to remaining outstanding share and option grants not already covered by liquidity agreements, included mandatory acceleration of unvested performance shares, and modification of plan terms for outstanding stock options that result in options delivered in cash rather than equity, keeping all other terms of the plan constant. The options are accounted for as a cash-settled share-based payment liability as of December 31, 2016. EUR 8 million was included in the total share-based compensation expense in the consolidated income statement in relation to these legacy Alcatel Lucent plans. The fair value of the liability is determined based on the estimated fair value of shares less the exercise price of the options on the reporting date. The total carrying amount of the liability is EUR 19 million and is included in accrued expenses and other liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position.

27. Pensions and other post-employment benefits

The Group operates a number of post-employment plans in various countries including both defined contribution and defined benefit plans. Defined benefit plans expose the Group to actuarial risks such as investment risk, interest rate risk, and life expectancy risk. The characteristics and associated risks of the defined benefit plans vary depending on legal, fiscal, and economic requirements in each country. These characteristics and risks are further described below and relate to the plans included in Continuing operations.

The total net defined benefit liability is EUR 1 198 million (EUR 398 million in 2015) consisting of net pension and other post-employment benefit liabilities of EUR 5 000 million (EUR 423 million in 2015) and net pension and other post-employment benefit assets of EUR 3 802 million (EUR 25 million in 2015).

Defined benefit plans

The Group's most significant defined benefit pension plans are in the United States, Germany, and the United Kingdom. Together they account for 93% (80% in 2015) of the Group's total defined benefit obligation and 92% (81% in 2015) of the Group's total plan assets.

The defined benefit obligations, the fair value of plan assets, the effects of the asset ceiling and the net defined benefit balance as of December 31:

2016 2015
EURm Defined
benefit
obligation
Fair value
of plan assets
Effects of
asset ceiling
Net defined
benefit
balance
Defined
benefit
obligation
Fair value
of plan assets
Effects of
asset ceiling
Net defined
benefit
balance
United States (22 845) 22 880 (265) (230) (59) 57 (2)
Germany (2 680) 1 160 (1 520) (1 279) 980 (299)
United Kingdom (1 265) 1 485 220 (128) 136 8
Other (1 873) 2 245 (40) 332 (374) 278 (9) (105)
Total (28 663) 27 770 (305) (1 198) (1 840) 1 451 (9) (398)

United States

The Group has significant defined benefit pension plans and a significant post-retirement welfare benefit plan ("Opeb"), providing post-retirement healthcare benefits and life insurance coverage, in the United States. The pension plans include both traditional service-based programs as well as cash-balance plans. The management plan for salaried, non-union member employees was closed to new entrants after December 31, 2007 and fully frozen as of December 31, 2009. The Group, then Alcatel Lucent, adopted a new cash-balance program for salaried, non-union member employees from January 1, 2015. The program was extended to all United States-based salaried employees, except the employees of Nokia Technologies, from January 1, 2017. For union-represented employees, the Group maintains two United States Occupational plans which are traditional service-based pension programs. The larger of the two, which represents 95% of the obligation, is a closed plan. Post-retirement welfare benefit plans are maintained for certain retired former employees. An agreement was made with the Communications Workers of America ("CWA") and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers ("IBEW") unions to continue to provide post-retirement healthcare benefits and life-insurance coverage for employees formerly represented by these two unions.

The defined benefit obligations, the fair value of plan assets, the effects of the asset ceiling and the net defined benefit balance as of December 31:

2016 2015
EURm Defined
benefit
obligation
Fair value
of plan assets
Effects of
asset ceiling
Net defined
benefit
balance
Defined
benefit
obligation
Fair value
of plan assets
Effects of
asset ceiling
Net defined
benefit
balance
Pension benefits
Management (15 855) 16 861 (2) 1 004 (59) 57 (2)
Occupational (3 528) 5 440 (263) 1 649
Supplemental (401) (401)
Total (19 784) 22 301 (265) 2 252 (59) 57 (2)
Post-retirement benefits
Health (non-union represented) (126) (126)
Health (formerly union
represented)
(1 343) 270 (1 073)
Group life (non-union
represented)
(1 040) 220 (820)
Group life (formerly union
represented) (551) 89 (462)
Other (1) (1)
Total (3 061) 579 (2 482)

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Germany

The Group maintains two primary plans in Germany which cover the majority of active employees: the cash balance plan Beitragsorientierter Alterversorgungs Plan ("BAP") and a similar cash balance program for the Group's former Alcatel Lucent employees. Individual benefits are generally dependent on eligible compensation levels, ranking within the Group and years of service. These plans are partially funded defined benefit pension plans, the benefits being subject to a minimum return guaranteed by the Group. The funding vehicle for the BAP plan is the NSN Pension Trust e.V. The funding vehicle for the former Alcatel Lucent cash balance plan is the Alcatel SEL Unterstützungs-GmbH. The trusts are legally separate from the Group and manage the plan assets in accordance with the respective trust agreements.

All other plans have been previously frozen and replaced by the cash balance plans. Benefits are paid in annual installments, as monthly retirement pension, or as a lump sum on retirement in an amount equal to accrued pensions and guaranteed interest. The risks specific to the German defined benefit plans are related to changes in mortality of covered members and return on investment on plan assets.

United Kingdom

The Group has three plans in the United Kingdom. The defined benefit for the legacy Nokia employees is divided into two sections: the money purchase section and the final salary section, both being closed to future contributions and accruals as of April 30, 2012. Individual benefits are generally dependent on eligible compensation levels and years of service for the defined benefit section of the plan and on individual investment choices for the defined contribution section of the plan. The funding vehicle for the pension plan is the NSN Pension Plan that is run on a trust basis. The other two defined benefit pension plans are the Alcatel Pension Plan and the Lucent Technologies Retirement Benefits Plan. Both plans were closed to new entrants in 2002 and 2001, respectively, although active employees still accrue benefits. These plans are both final salary-based programs.

Impact on the consolidated financial statements

Movements in the defined benefit obligation, fair value of plan assets and the impact of the asset ceiling The movements in the present value of the defined benefit obligation for the years ended December 31:

2016 2015
EURm United States
pension
United States
Opeb
Other
pension
Total United States
pension
Other
pension
Total
As of January 1 (58) (1 782) (1 840) (71) (1 813) (1 884)
Transfer to Discontinued operations 16 16
Current service cost (63) (92) (155) (46) (46)
Interest expense (711) (111) (150) (972) (3) (46) (49)
Past service cost and gains on curtailments (13) 11 (2) 5 5
Settlements 5 6 11
Total (782) (111) (225) (1 118) (3) (87) (90)
Remeasurements:
Gain/(loss) from change in demographic assumptions 79 15 (13) 81 1 (1)
(Loss)/gain from change in financial assumptions (301) (60) (593) (954) 2 112 114
Experience gain/(loss) 227 205 (74) 358 1 (1)
Total 5 160 (680) (515) 4 110 114
Exchange differences (615) (91) 166 (540) (6) (29) (35)
Contributions from plan participants (124) (20) (144) (16) (16)
Benefit payments from plans 1 595 366 243 2 204 2 58 60
Acquisitions through business combinations (19 919) (3 243) (3 431) (26 593) (4) (4)
Other (10) (18) (89) (117) (1) (1)
Total (18 949) (3 110) (3 131) (25 190) (4) 8 4
As of December 31 (19 784) (3 061) (5 818) (28 663) (58) (1 782) (1 840)

The movements in the fair value of plan assets for the years ended December 31:

2016 2015
EURm United States
pension
United States
Opeb
Other
pension
Total United States
pension
Other
pension
Total
As of January 1 57 1 394 1 451 59 1 328 1 387
Transfer to Discontinued operations (5) (5)
Interest income 774 18 135 927 2 38 40
Administrative expenses and interest on asset ceiling (19) (1) (20) (1) (1)
Settlements (5) (6) (11)
Total 750 18 128 896 2 37 39
Remeasurements:
Return on plan assets, excluding amounts
included in interest income
947 6 387 1 340 (3) 5 2
Total 947 6 387 1 340 (3) 5 2
Exchange differences 709 16 (207) 518 6 22 28
Contributions:
Employers 32 10 74 116 26 26
Plan participants 124 20 144 16 16
Benefit payments from plans (1 595) (366) (164) (2 125) (2) (45) (47)
Acquisitions through business combinations 21 571 599 3 182 25 352 4 4
Other(1) (170) 172 76 78 1 1
Total 20 547 555 2 981 24 083 4 24 28
As of December 31 22 301 579 4 890 27 770 57 1 394 1 451

(1) Includes Section 420 asset transfer between United States pension and United States Opeb.

The movements in the funded status for the years ended December 31:

2016 2015
EURm United States
pension
United States
Opeb
Other
pension
Total United States
pension
Other
pension
Total
As of January 1 (1) (388) (389) (12) (485) (497)
Transfer to Discontinued operations 11 11
Current service cost (63) (92) (155) (46) (46)
Interest income/(expense) 44 (93) (16) (65) (1) (8) (9)
Past service cost and gains on curtailments (13) 11 (2) 5 5
Settlements (1) (1)
Total (32) (93) (97) (222) (1) (50) (51)
Remeasurements:
Return on plan assets, excluding amounts included
in interest income 947 6 387 1 340 (3) 5 2
Gain/(loss) from change in demographic assumptions 79 15 (13) 81 1 (1)
(Loss)/gain from change in financial assumptions (301) (60) (593) (954) 2 112 114
Experience gain/(loss) 227 205 (74) 358 1 (1)
Total 952 166 (293) 825 1 115 116
Exchange differences 94 (75) (41) (22) (7) (7)
Employer contributions 32 10 74 116 26 26
Benefit payments from plans 79 79 13 13
Acquisitions through business combinations 1 652 (2 644) (249) (1 241)
Other(1) (180) 154 (13) (39)
Total 1 598 (2 555) (150) (1 107) 32 32
As of December 31 2 517 (2 482) (928) (893) (1) (388) (389)

(1) Includes Section 420 asset transfer between United States pension and United States Opeb.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

The movements in the impact of the asset ceiling limitation for the years ended December 31:

2016 2015
EURm United States
pension
United States
Opeb
Other
pension
Total United States
pension
Other
pension
Total
As of January 1 (9) (9) (3) (3)
Interest expense (1) (1) (2)
Remeasurements:
Change in asset ceiling, excluding amounts
included in interest (expense)/income
(251) (7) (258) (6) (6)
Acquisitions through business combinations (22) (22)
Exchange differences (13) (1) (14)
As of December 31 (265) (40) (305) (9) (9)

Net balances as of December 31:

2016 2015
EURm United States
pension
United States
Opeb
Other
pension
Total United States
pension
Other
pension
Total
Total as of December 31 2 252 (2 482) (968) (1 198) (1) (397) (398)

Present value of obligations includes EUR 21 271 million (EUR 428 million in 2015) of wholly funded obligations, EUR 6 122 million (EUR 1 337 million in 2015) of partly funded obligations and EUR 1 270 million (EUR 75 million in 2015) of unfunded obligations.

Recognized in the income statement

Recognized in personnel expenses in the consolidated income statement for the years ended December 31:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Current service cost 155 46 39
Past service cost and gains and losses on curtailments 2 (5)
Net interest cost 65 9 7
Settlements (1)
Other 1
Total 222 51 45
Of which relates to:
United States pensions 32 1
United States Opeb 92
Other pensions 98 50 45

Recognized in comprehensive income

Recognized in other comprehensive income for the years ended December 31:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Return on plan assets (excluding interest income), gain 1 340 2 44
Changes in demographic assumptions, gain/(loss) 81 (1)
Changes in financial assumptions, (loss)/gain (954) 114 (321)
Experience adjustments, gain/(loss) 358 (16)
Current year change in asset ceiling (259) (6) 4
Total 566 110 290
Of which relates to:
United States pensions 701
United States Opeb 166
Other pensions (301) 110 290

Actuarial assumptions and sensitivity analysis

Actuarial assumptions

Assumptions regarding future mortality are set based on actuarial advice in accordance with published statistics and experience in each country. The discount rates and mortality tables used for the significant plans:

2016 2015 2016
Discount rate % Mortality table
RP–2014 w/MP–2016
United States 3.7 4.5 mortality projection scale
Germany 1.6 2.5 Heubeck Richttafeln
United Kingdom(1) 2.7 3.6 2005G S2PA Light
Total weighted average for all countries 3.3 3.0

(1) Tables are adjusted with 1.5% long-term rate of improvement.

The principal actuarial weighted average assumptions used for determining the defined benefit obligation:

% 2016 2015
Discount rate for determining present values 3.3 3.0
Annual rate of increase in future compensation levels 1.9 2.6
Pension growth rate 0.3 1.3
Inflation rate 2.0 1.4
Weighted average duration of defined benefit obligations 11yrs 15yrs

United States defined benefit plans

Actuarial assumptions used for determining the defined benefit obligation:

% 2016 2015
Benefit obligation, discount rate
Pension 3.7 4.5
Post–retirement healthcare and other 3.4
Post–retirement group life 3.8
Annual rate of increase in future compensation levels 2.08
Assumed healthcare cost trend rates
Healthcare costs trend rate assumed for next year 7.5
Healthcare cost trend rate assumed for next year (excluding post-retirement dental benefits) 7.7
Terminal growth rate 4.9
Year that the rate reaches the terminal growth value 2028

Sensitivity analysis

The sensitivity of the defined benefit obligation to changes in the principal assumptions:

Change in assumption Increase in assumption(1)
EURm
Decrease in assumption(1)
EURm
Discount rate for determining present values 1.0% 2 766 (3 361)
Annual rate of increase in future compensation levels 1.0% (126) 112
Pension growth rate 1.0% (580) 481
Inflation rate 1.0% (581) 471
Healthcare cost trend rate 1.0% (74) 67
Life expectancy 1 year (826) 773

(1) Positive movement indicates a reduction in the defined benefit obligation; a negative movement indicates an increase in the defined benefit obligation.

The above sensitivity analyses are based on a change in an assumption while holding all other assumptions constant and may not be representative of the actual impact of changes. If more than one assumption is changed simultaneously, the combined impact of changes would not necessarily be the same as the sum of the individual changes. If the assumptions change to a different level compared with that presented above, the effect on the defined benefit obligation may not be linear. The methods and types of assumptions used in preparing the sensitivity analyses are the same as in the previous period.

When calculating the sensitivity of the defined benefit obligation to significant actuarial assumptions, the same method has been applied as when calculating the post-employment benefit obligation recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position; specifically, the present value of the defined benefit obligation is calculated with the projected unit credit method. Increases and decreases in the discount rate, rate of increase in future compensation levels, pension growth rate and inflation, which are used in determining the defined benefit obligation, do not have a symmetrical effect on the defined benefit obligation primarily due to the compound interest effect created when determining the net present value of the future benefit.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Investment strategies

The overall investment objective is to preserve or enhance the plans' funded status through the implementation of an investment strategy that maximizes return within the context of minimizing surplus risk. In formulating the asset allocation for the Plans, multiple factors are considered, including, but not limited to the long-term risk and return expectations for a variety of asset classes as well as current and multi-year projections of the Plans' demographics, benefit payments, contributions and funded status. The results of the Asset-Liability framework are implemented on a plan level.

The Group's pension governance does not allow the pension funds themselves to make direct investments and requires all investments to be placed either in funds partnerships or separate accounts managed by professional asset managers. The investment advisors may use derivative financial instruments including futures contracts, forward contracts, options and interest rate swaps to manage market risk. The performance and risk profile of investments is constantly monitored on a stand-alone basis as well as in the broader portfolio context. One major risk is a decline in the plan's funded status as a result of the adverse performance of plan assets and/or defined benefit obligations. The application of the Asset-Liability Model study focuses on minimizing such risks.

Disaggregation of plan assets

2016 2015
EURm Quoted Unquoted Total % Quoted Unquoted Total %
Equity securities 2 777 2 777 10 348 348 24
Debt securities 18 329 18 329 66 627 98 725 51
Insurance contracts 833 833 3 78 78 5
Real estate 1 389 1 389 5 77 77 5
Short-term investments 1 110 1 110 4 124 9 133 9
Other 3 332 3 332 12 90 90 6
Total 22 216 5 554 27 770 100 1 099 352 1 451 100

All short-term investments including cash, equities and nearly all fixed-income securities have quoted market prices in active markets. Equity securities represent investments in equity funds and direct investments, which have quoted market prices in an active market. Debt securities represent investments in government and corporate bonds, as well as investments in bond funds, which have quoted market prices in an active market. Debt securities may also comprise investments in funds and direct investments. Insurance contracts are customary pension insurance contracts structured under domestic law in the respective countries. Real estate investments are investments in commercial properties or real estate funds which invest in a diverse range of real estate properties. Short-term investments are liquid assets or cash which are being held for a short period of time, with the primary purpose of controlling the tactical asset allocation. Other includes commodities as well as alternative investments, including derivative financial instruments.

United States plan

United States plan asset target and actual allocation range of the pension and post-retirement trust by asset category as of December 31, 2016:

% Pension target
allocation range
Percentage of
plan assets
Post retirement
target allocation
Percentage of post
employment plan assets
Equity securities 7–13 10 45 45
Fixed income securities 62–83 73 15 15
Real estate 5–9 6
Private equity and other 8–15 11
Cash 40 40
Total 100 100 100

The majority of the Group's United States pension plan assets are held in a master pension trust. The post-retirement plan assets are held in two separate trusts in addition to the amount set aside in the master pension trust for retiree healthcare. The Pension & Benefits Investment Committee formally approves the target allocation ranges every few years on the completion of the Asset-Liability Model study by external advisors and internal investment management. The overall United States pension plan asset portfolio reflects a balance of investments split about 27.0/73.0 between equity, including alternative investments for this purpose, and fixed income securities.

United States pension plan assets included EUR 15 million Nokia bonds as of December 31, 2016 (EUR 8 million in 2015).

Future cash flows

Contributions

Group contributions to the pension and other post-retirement benefit plans are made to facilitate future benefit payments to plan participants. The funding policy is to meet minimum funding requirements as set forth in the employee benefit and tax laws, as well as any such additional amounts as the Group may determine to be appropriate. Contributions are made to benefit plans for the sole benefit of plan participants. Employer contributions expected to be made in 2017 are EUR 123 million.

United States pension plans

Funding methods

Funding requirements for the three major United States qualified pension plans are determined by the applicable statutes, namely the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 ("ERISA"), the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, and regulations issued by the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS").

In determining funding requirements, ERISA allows assets to be either market value or an average value over a period of time; and liabilities to be based on average interest rates over a period of time. A preliminary assessment indicates that no funding is required for the active management and occupational pension plans until, at least 2018. For the inactive occupational pension plan, the Group does not foresee any future funding requirement for regulatory funding purposes, given the plan's asset allocation, and the level of assets compared to liabilities.

Section 420 transfer

Section 420 of the of the IRS ("Section 420") allows for the transfer of pension assets in excess of specified thresholds ("excess pension assets") over the plan's funding obligation to be used to fund the healthcare benefits and life insurance coverage of that plan's retired participants. Section 420 regulations require the Group to continue to provide healthcare benefits or life insurance coverage to those retirees for a certain period of time ("cost maintenance period"), at levels prescribed by the regulations. Section 420 is currently set to expire on December 31, 2025. On December 1, 2016, the Group made EUR 180 million Section 420 transfer of excess pension assets from the inactive occupational pension plan to fund healthcare benefits and life insurance coverage for retirees who, when actively employed were represented by CWA and IBEW. The Group expects to make a further Section 420 transfer during 2017 from the inactive occupational pension plan to fund healthcare benefits and group life insurance coverage.

Contributions

The following table summarizes expected contributions to the pension and post-retirement plans until 2026. These figures include the reimbursements the Group will receive from the coverage provided to plan participants eligible for the Medicare Prescription drug benefit. The Group did not make contributions to its qualified pension plans during 2016, nor does it expect to make any contributions until, at least 2018. Actual contributions may differ from expected contributions due to various factors, including performance of plan assets, interest rates and legislative changes.

Pension Post-retirement
EURm Non-qualified plans Non-represented Other benefit plans Medicare subsidy(1) for
formerly union represented
2017 28 12 4 (21)
2018 28 12 4 (21)
2019 28 12 4 (20)
2020 28 12 4 (19)
2021 27 12 4 (18)
2022-2026 128 60 255 (79)

(1) Medicare Subsidy is recorded within other movements in the reconciliation of the present value of the defined benefit obligation.

Certain actuarial assumptions used to determine whether pension plan funding is required differ from those used for accounting purposes, which may cause significant differences in volatile markets. While the basis for developing discount rates in both cases is by corporate bond yields, for accounting purposes, a yield curve developed by CitiGroup is used as of the close of the last business day of the financial year; whereas the ERISA funding rules allow the use of either a daily average yield curve for the last month of the financial year, or a two-year average yield curve. When measuring assets, fair values of plan assets as of the last business day of the financial year are used for accounting purposes; whereas ERISA funding rules allow for "asset smoothing" that averages fair values over periods as long as two years with limited expected returns included in the averaging. The approach applied by ERISA for the regulatory funding valuation minimizes the impact of sharp changes in asset values and corporate bond yields in volatile markets.

Healthcare benefits for both management and formerly union represented retirees' benefits are capped for those who retired after February 28, 1990. The benefit obligation associated with this group of retirees is approximately 49% of the total United States retiree healthcare obligation as of December 31, 2016. Medicare is the primary payer for those aged 65 and older, comprising almost all of uncapped retirees.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Benefit payments

The following table summarizes expected benefit payments from the pension and post-retirement plans and other post-employment benefit plans until 2026. Actual benefit payments may differ from expected benefit payments. The amounts for the United States plans are net of expected plan participant contributions, as well as the annual Medicare Part D subsidy of approximately EUR 21 million.

United States direct benefit payments Other countries Total
Pension Post-retirement
EURm Qualified
management
Qualified
occupational
Non-qualified
plans
Formerly union
represented
Non-union
represented
Other
2017 1 302 324 29 127 12 85 299 2 178
2018 1 232 311 28 114 12 86 256 2 039
2019 1 196 299 28 109 12 88 259 1 991
2020 1 160 286 27 139 12 89 262 1 975
2021 1 124 274 27 131 12 90 285 1 943
2022-2026 5 069 1 182 128 514 59 462 1 450 8 864

Benefit payments are paid from plan assets where plans are fully funded. Funding mechanisms, such as the Section 420 transfer, are further utilized to minimize direct benefit payments for underfunded United States Opeb liabilities. Direct benefit payments expected to be paid in 2017 total EUR 119 million.

28. Accrued expenses, deferred revenue and other liabilities

Non-current liabilities

EURm 2016 2015
Advance payments and deferred revenue(1) 1 171 1 235
Salaries, wages and social charges 138
Other 144 19
Total 1 453 1 254

(1) Includes a prepayment of EUR 1 080 million (EUR 1 235 million in 2015) relating to a ten-year mutual patent license agreement with Microsoft. Refer to Note 6, Disposals treated as Discontinued operations.

Current liabilities

EURm 2016 2015
Advance payments and deferred revenue 3 178 1 857
Salaries, wages and social charges 1 576 891
VAT and other indirect taxes 362 164
Other 1 296 483
Total 6 412 3 395

Other accruals include accrued royalties, research and development expenses, marketing expenses and interest expenses, as well as various amounts which are individually insignificant.

29. Provisions

EURm Restructuring Warranty Litigation Environmental Project
losses
Divestment
related
Material
liability
Other Total
As of January 1, 2015 247 117 68 16 107 137 24 157 873
Disposal of businesses (3) (2) (5)
Translation differences (4) 2 (11) (12) 7 (18)
Reclassification (15) 15 (6) (6)
Charged to income statement:
Additional provisions 105 31 24 5 49 46 42 302
Changes in estimates (14) (21) (11) (25) (22) (20) (18) (131)
Total charged to income statement 91 10 13 (20) 27 26 24 171
Utilized during year(1) (125) (35) (13) (25) (17) (21) (54) (290)
As of December 31, 2015 194 94 69 16 62 129 29 132 725
Acquisitions through business
combinations 291 135 100 114 180 26 31 366 1 243
Translation differences 2 1 22 4 9 2 1 41
Reclassification 8 (2) 1 (7)
Charged to income statement:
Additional provisions 874 121 75 28 44 16 57 325 1 540
Changes in estimates (123) (38) (31) (2) (31) (24) (21) (104) (374)
Total charged to income statement 751 83 44 26 13 (8) 36 221 1 166
Utilized during year(2) (525) (106) (60) (26) (124) (44) (22) (288) (1 195)
As of December 31, 2016 713 207 183 134 131 110 77 425 1 980

(1) The utilization of restructuring provision includes items transferred to accrued expenses, of which EUR 7 million remained in accrued expenses as of December 31, 2015. (2) The utilization of restructuring provision includes items transferred to accrued expenses, of which EUR 62 million remained in accrued expenses as of December 31, 2016. The utilization of project losses includes EUR 7 million transferred to inventory write-downs. The utilization of other provisions includes items transferred to accrued expenses, of which EUR 7 million remained in accrued expenses as of December 31, 2016.

The restructuring provision includes personnel and other restructuring-related costs, such as real estate exit costs. On April 6, 2016, the Group expanded its restructuring activities and launched a new cost savings program, recognizing a EUR 677 million restructuring provision. The utilization during the year was EUR 210 million, of which EUR 58 million remained in accrued expenses as of December 31, 2016. In addition, the restructuring provision includes EUR 257 million relating to previously announced restructuring programs. The majority of the restructuring related cash outflows are expected to occur over the next two years.

The warranty provision relates to sold products. Cash outflows related to the warranty provision are generally expected to occur within the next 18 months.

The litigation provision includes estimated potential future settlements for litigation. Cash outflows related to the litigation provision are inherently uncertain and generally occur over several periods.

The environmental provision includes estimated costs to sufficiently clean and refurbish contaminated sites, to the extent necessary, and where necessary, continuing surveillance at sites where the environmental remediation exposure is less significant. Cash outflows related to the environmental liability are inherently uncertain and generally occur over several periods.

The project loss provision is based on IAS 11, Construction Contracts, and relates to onerous customer contracts. Cash outflows related to the project loss provision are generally expected to occur over the next 12 months.

The divestment-related provision relates to the sale of businesses, and includes certain liabilities where the Group is required to indemnify the buyer. Cash outflows related to the divestment-related provision are inherently uncertain.

The material liability provision relates to non-cancellable purchase commitments with suppliers. Cash outflows related to the material liability provision are expected to occur over the next 12 months.

Other provisions include provisions for various contractual obligations and other obligations. Cash outflows related to other provisions are generally expected to occur over the next two years.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Legal matters

A number of Group companies are and will likely continue to be subject to various legal proceedings and investigations that arise from time to time, including proceedings regarding intellectual property, product liability, sales and marketing practices, commercial disputes, employment, and wrongful discharge, antitrust, securities, health and safety, environmental, tax, international trade, and privacy matters. As a result, the Group may incur substantial costs that may not be covered by insurance and could affect business and reputation. While management does not expect any of these legal proceedings to have a material adverse effect on the Group's financial position, litigation is inherently unpredictable and the Group may in the future incur judgments or enter into settlements that could have a material adverse effect on the results of operations and cash flows.

Litigation and proceedings

Irish Broadband

In 2010, the Imagine group (IBB Internet Services & Irish Broadband Internet Services trading as Imagine Networks) ("IBB") served a claim in the commercial court of Ireland for breach of contract and tort against Motorola Limited. The claim was later amended to add Imagine Communications Group as an additional plaintiff. In 2011, Nokia Siemens Networks acquired certain assets and liabilities including this matter from Motorola Solutions Inc. ("Motorola"). Among other things, IBB claims that WiMax network equipment purchased from Motorola failed to perform as promised. The Group disputes these allegations. In 2015, the same claim was made against the Group directly for any amount of the claim that is deemed irrecoverable against Motorola by virtue of the assignment. The case was settled in 2016.

Vertu

The Group divested the United Kingdom-based luxury handset business, Vertu, to Crown Bidco Ltd in 2013. In 2014, Crown Bidco Ltd served a claim in the Commercial Court in London alleging breach of contract in relation to the transfer of IT assets and breach of warranties under the sale agreement. The Group disputes these allegations. In January 2016, the Group discovered material which allowed it to serve a counterclaim naming Crown Bidco and other third parties from EQT (the financier behind Crown Bidco) as defendants. The trial is expected in 2017.

Mass labor litigation Brazil

The Group is defending against a substantial number of labor claims in various Brazilian labor courts. Plaintiffs are former employees whose contracts were terminated after the Group exited from certain managed services contracts. The claims mainly relate to payments made under, or in connection with, the terminated labor contracts. The Group has closed the majority of the court cases through settlement or judgement. Closure of the remaining open cases is expected to occur within the next several years.

Asbestos litigation in the United States

The Group is defending approximately 400 asbestos-related matters, at various stages of litigation, originating from Alcatel Lucent entities. The claims are based on premises liability, products liability, and contractor liability. The claims also involve plaintiffs allegedly diagnosed with various diseases, including but not limited to asbestosis, lung cancer, and mesothelioma.

Intellectual property rights litigation

Apple

On December 21, 2016 , the Group commenced patent infringement proceedings against Apple in Asia, Europe and the United States. Across actions in 11 countries, more than 50 Nokia patents are now in suit, covering a range of technologies, such as display, user interface, software, antenna, chipsets and video coding as well as 3G and 4G cellular standards. Schedules for the various actions are yet to be set.

LG Electronics

In 2015, LG Electronics agreed to take a royalty-bearing smartphone patent license from Nokia Technologies. The detailed royalty payment obligations are subject to arbitration, which is expected to conclude by the end of 2018. Terms of the agreement are confidential.

30. Commitments and contingencies

Contractual obligations

Payments due for contractual obligations as of December 31, 2016 by due date:

EURm Within 1 year 1 to 3 years 4 to 5 years More than 5 years Total
Purchase obligations(1) 2 075 616 122 3 2 816
Operating leases(2) 259 386 236 260 1 141
Total 2 334 1 002 358 263 3 957

(1) Includes inventory purchase obligations, service agreements and outsourcing arrangements.

(2) Includes leasing costs for office, manufacturing and warehouse space under various non-cancellable operating leases. Certain contracts contain renewal options for various periods of time.

Guarantees and other contingent commitments

EURm 2016 2015
Collateral for own commitments
Assets pledged 5 7
Contingent liabilities on behalf of Group companies(1)
Guarantees issued by financial institutions 1 805 398
Other guarantees 794 129
Contingent liabilities on behalf of associated companies and joint ventures
Financial guarantees 11 15
Contingent liabilities on behalf of other companies
Financial guarantees 6
Other guarantees 135 137
Financing commitments
Customer finance commitments(2) 223 180
Venture fund commitments(3) 525 230

(1) Includes guarantees to third parties in the normal course of business. These are mainly guarantees given by financial institutions to the Group's customers for the performance of the Group's obligations under supply agreements, including tender bonds, performance bonds, and warranty bonds issued by financial institutions on behalf of the Group. Depending on the nature of the guarantee, compensation is either payable on demand, or subject to verification of non-performance. Additionally, the Group has issued corporate guarantees with primary obligation given directly to customers. These guarantees have been issued by Nokia Corporation for EUR 88 million (EUR 74 million at December 31, 2015), as well as by certain Alcatel Lucent entities for EUR 1 520 million. In Other guarantees, the Group reports guarantees related to non-commercial contracts that support business activities. As a result of internal policies and active management of outstanding guarantee exposure, the Group has not been subject to any material guarantee claims during recent years.

(2) Customer finance commitments are available under loan facilities negotiated with customers. Availability of the facility is dependent upon the borrower's continuing compliance with the agreed financial and operational covenants, and compliance with other administrative terms of the facility. The loan facilities are primarily available to fund capital expenditure relating to purchases of network infrastructure equipment and services. Refer to Note 36, Risk management.

(3) On February 21, 2016, Nokia Growth Partners announced the closing of a new USD 350 million fund for investments in Internet of Things companies. The Group sponsors the fund and will serve to identify new opportunities to grow the ecosystem in these solutions. As a limited partner in Nokia Growth Partners and certain other funds making technology-related investments, the Group is committed to capital contributions and entitled to cash distributions according to the respective partnership agreements and underlying fund activities.

The amounts represent the maximum principal amount for commitments and contingencies.

31. Notes to the consolidated statement of cash flows

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Adjustments for (1)
Depreciation and amortization 1 594 320 297
Share-based payment 113 49 37
Impairment charges 125 11 1 335
Restructuring charges(3) 751 48 115
Profit on sale of property, plant and equipment
and available-for-sale investments (82) (132) (56)
Transfer from hedging reserve to sales and cost of sales 27 61 (10)
Share of results of associated companies and joint ventures (Note 34) (18) (29) 12
Financial income and expenses 308 211 600
Income tax (benefit)/expense (429) 338 (1 281)
Gain on the sale of businesses(2) (14) (1 178) (3 386)
Other income and expenses 32 40 75
Total 2 407 (261) (2 262)
Change in net working capital
Decrease/(increase) in short-term receivables 18 (728) 52
Decrease/(increase) in inventories 533 341 (462)
(Decrease)/increase in interest-free short-term liabilities (2 758) (990) 1 398
Total (2 207) (1 377) 988

(1) Includes Continuing and Discontinued operations. Refer to Note 6, Disposals treated as Discontinued operations.

(2) In 2014, impairment charges, foreign exchange differences, taxes and other adjustments relating to the Sale of the D&S Business were presented separately from the gain.

(3) Adjustments represent the non-cash portion of the restructuring charges recognized in the consolidated income statement.

In 2016, the purchase consideration in relation to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent comprises the issuance of new Nokia shares in addition to cash payments. Refer to Note 5, Acquisitions. In 2015, the Group exercised its option to redeem EUR 750 million convertible bonds at their principal amount outstanding plus accrued interest. Virtually all bondholders elected to convert their convertible bonds into Nokia shares before redemption. The conversion did not have a cash impact. In 2014, the convertible bonds issued to Microsoft in 2013 have been netted against the proceeds from the Sale of the D&S Business.

32. Principal Group companies

The Group's significant subsidiaries as of December 31, 2016:

Company name Country of incorporation
and place of business
Primary nature of business Parent
holding
%
Group ownership
interest
%
Nokia Solutions and Networks B.V. The Hague, Netherlands Holding company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy Helsinki, Finland Sales and manufacturing company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks US LLC Delaware, USA Sales company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks Japan Corp. Tokyo, Japan Sales company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks India Private Limited New Delhi, India Sales and manufacturing company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks System Technology
(Beijing) Co., Ltd. Beijing, China Sales company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks Branch Operations Oy Helsinki, Finland Sales company 100.0
PT Nokia Solutions and Networks Indonesia Jakarta, Indonesia Sales company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks Taiwan Co., Ltd. Taipei, Taiwan Sales company 100.0
Nokia Solutions and Networks Spain S.L. Madrid, Spain Sales company 99.9
Alcatel Lucent SA Boulogne-Billancourt, France Holding company 100.0 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Participations SA Boulogne-Billancourt, France Holding company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent USA Inc. Delaware, USA Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co., Ltd(1) Shanghai, China Sales and manufacturing company 50.0
Alcatel-Lucent International SAS Boulogne-Billancourt, France Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Submarine Networks SAS Boulogne-Billancourt, France Sales and manufacturing company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Bell NV Antwerp, Belgium Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Telecom Limited Bristol, UK Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Canada Inc. Ottawa, Canada Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent España S.A. Madrid, Spain Sales company 100.0
Alcatel-Lucent Italia SPA Milan, Italy Sales company 100.0
Nokia Finance International B.V. Haarlem, Netherlands Holding company 100.0 100.0
Nokia Technologies Oy Helsinki, Finland Sales and development company 100.0 100.0

(1) The Group owns 50% plus one share in Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co., Ltd, the other shareholder being China Huaxin, an entity controlled by the Chinese government. Refer to Note 33, Significant partly-owned subsidiaries.

33. Significant partly-owned subsidiaries

In 2016, the Group acquired a partly owned consolidated subsidiary, Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co., Ltd, which has a non-controlling interest (50% less one share) that is material to the Group. Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co., Ltd, a company incorporated in China, which, with its subsidiaries in China and in the rest of the world, including the RFS Group, make up the Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Group.

Financial information for the Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Group(1):

EURm 2016
Summarized income statement
Net sales(2) 1 806
Operating loss (136)
Loss for the year (89)
Loss for the year attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent (45)
Non-controlling interests (45)
Summarized statement of financial position
Non-current assets 424
Non-current liabilities (128)
Non-current net assets 296
Current assets(3) 2 841
Current liabilities (1 657)
Current net assets 1 184
Net assets(4) 1 480
Non-controlling interests 775
Summarized statement of cash flows
Net cash used in operating activities (182)
Net cash from investing activities 89
Net cash used in financing activities (24)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (117)

(1) Financial information for the Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Group is presented before eliminations of intercompany transactions with the rest of the Group but after eliminations of intercompany transactions between entities within the Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Group.

(2) Includes EUR 483 million net sales to other Group entities.

(3) Includes a total of EUR 1 284 million of cash and cash equivalents and available-for-sale investments, liquid assets.

(4) The distribution of the profits of Alcatel-Lucent Shanghai Bell Co., Ltd requires the passing of a special resolution by more than two-thirds of its shareholders, subject to a requirement that at least 50% of the after-tax distributable profits are distributed as dividends each year.

34. Investments in associated companies and joint ventures

EURm 2016 2015
Net carrying amount as of January 1 84 51
Translation differences (1) 6
Acquisitions through business combinations 20
Disposals (4)
Share of results 18 29
Dividends (1) (2)
Net carrying amount as of December 31 116 84

Shareholdings in associated companies and joint ventures comprise investments in unlisted companies.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

35. Related party transactions

The Group has related party transactions with a pension fund, associated companies, joint ventures and other entities where the Group has significant influence, as well as the management and the Board of Directors. Transactions and balances with companies over which the Group exercises control are eliminated on consolidation. Refer to Note 2, Significant accounting policies, and Note 32, Principal Group companies.

Transactions with pension fund

The Group has borrowings of EUR 69 million (EUR 69 million in 2015) from Nokia Unterstützungsgesellschaft GmbH, the Group's German pension fund, a separate legal entity. The loan bears interest at the rate of 6% per annum and its duration is pending until further notice by the loan counterparties even though they have the right to terminate the loan with a 90-day notice. The loan is included in short-term interest-bearing liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position.

Transactions with associated companies, joint ventures and other entities where the Group has significant influence

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Share of results 18 29 (12)
Dividend income 1 2
Share of shareholders' equity 116 84 51
Sales 62 (1) 1
Purchases (322) (233) (305)
Receivables 13
Payables (38) (37) (35)

The Group has guaranteed a loan of EUR 11 million (EUR 15 million in 2015) for an associated company.

Management compensation

Compensation information for the President and CEO:

EUR Base salary/
fee(1)
Cash incentive
payments
Share-based
payment
expenses(2)
Pension
expenses
2016
Rajeev Suri, President and CEO 1 049 044 780 357 5 296 960 469 737
2015
Rajeev Suri, President and CEO 1 000 000 1 922 195 4 604 622 491 641
2014
Rajeev Suri, President and CEO from May 1, 2014 666 667 1 778 105 3 896 308 366 989
Risto Siilasmaa, Interim CEO from September 3, 2013 to May 1, 2014(3) 1 126 323 191 475
Timo Ihamuotila, Interim President from September 3, 2013 to May 1, 2014(4) 100 000 72 643 17 000

(1) Base salaries are pro-rated for the time in role. Incentive payments represent full-year incentive payment earned under the Group's short-term incentive programs. For interim roles,

the base salary/fee is for role-related responsibilities only.

(2) Represents the expense for all outstanding equity grants recorded during 2016.

(3) Represents the value of 200 000 shares awarded as compensation for additional responsibilities, the balance of which was given in shares after deducting associated taxes and social security contributions. (4) Includes EUR 100 000 as compensation for additional responsibilities. Also includes an equity grant with an approximate aggregate grant date value of EUR 250 000 in the form of Nokia stock options and Nokia restricted shares. These grants are subject to the standard terms and conditions and vesting schedules of the Group's equity plans. Refer to Note 26, Share-based payment.

Total remuneration awarded to the Group Leadership Team for their time as members of the Group Leadership Team:

EURm 2016 2015 2014
Short-term benefits 26 9 8
Post-employment benefits(1) 1 1 1
Share-based payment(2) 15 9 (3)
Termination benefits(3) 1 3 36
Total 43 22 42

(1) The members of the Group Leadership Team participate in the local retirement programs applicable to employees in the country where they reside.

(2) Due to the significant changes in the Group Leadership Team during 2014, following the Sale of the D&S Business, share-based payment for 2014 reflects cumulative expense reversal for lapsed

equity awards.

(3) Includes both termination payments and payments made under exceptional contractual arrangements for lapsed equity awards. Includes payments to former leadership members that left the Group in 2015.

Board of Directors' compensation

The annual remuneration paid to the members of the Board of Directors, as decided by the Annual General Meetings in the respective years:

2016 2015 2014
Gross annual
fee(1)
EUR
Shares
received
number
Gross annual
fee(1)
EUR
Shares
received
number
Gross annual
fee(1)
EUR
Shares
received
number
Risto Siilasmaa, Chair(2) 440 000 35 001 440 000 29 339 440 000 31 186
Olivier Piou, Vice Chair(3) 255 082 19 892
Vivek Badrinath(4) 175 000 13 921 140 000 9 333 140 000 9 922
Bruce Brown(5) 190 000 15 114 155 000 10 333 155 000 10 986
Elisabeth Doherty(6) 140 000 9 333 140 000 9 922
Louis R. Hughes(7) 240 410 18 752
Simon Jiang(8) 130 000 8 666
Jouko Karvinen(9) 175 000 11 667 175 000 12 403
Mårten Mickos(10) 130 000 9 214
Jean C. Monty(11) 225 410 17 558
Elizabeth Nelson(12) 190 000 15 114 140 000 9 333 140 000 9 922
Carla Smits-Nusteling(13) 175 000 13 921
Kari Stadigh(14) 160 000 12 727 130 000 8 666 130 000 9 214
Dennis Strigl(10) 130 000 9 214
Total 2 050 902 1 450 000 1 580 000

(1) Approximately 40% of each Board member's annual compensation is paid in Nokia shares purchased from the market, and the remaining approximately 60% is paid in cash. The meeting fees, as resolved by the Annual General Meeting in 2016, will be paid in cash in 2017 and are not included in the table above.

(2) Represents compensation paid for services as the Chair of the Board. Excludes compensation paid for services as the Interim CEO in 2014. Refer to the management compensation section above. (3) Consists of EUR 70 082 for services as the Vice Chair of the Board from January 8, 2016 until the Annual General Meeting in 2016 and EUR 185 000 for services as the Vice Chair of the Board from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(4) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member of the Audit Committee. Mr. Badrinath resigned on July 29, 2016 and has returned the compensation paid to him.

(5) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 30 000 for services as the Chair of the Personnel Committee.

(6) Served as a member of the Audit Committee and a member of the Board until January 8, 2016.

(7) Consists of EUR 60 738 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 4 672 for services as a member of the Audit Committee from January 8, 2016 until the Annual General Meeting in 2016; and EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member of the Audit Committee from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(8) Served as a member of the Board until the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(9) Served as the Vice Chair of the Board until January 8, 2016, the Chair of the Audit Committee until April 1, 2016, and as a member of the Board until the Annual General Meeting in 2016. (10) Served as a member of the Board until the Annual General Meeting in 2015.

(11) Consists of EUR 60 738 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 4 672 for services as a member of the Audit Committee from January 8, 2016 until the Annual General Meeting in 2016; and EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(12) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 30 000 for services as the Chair of the Audit Committee.

(13) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board and EUR 15 000 for services as a member of the Audit Committee from the Annual General Meeting in 2016.

(14) Consists of EUR 160 000 for services as a member of the Board.

Transactions with the Group Leadership Team and the Board of Directors

No loans were granted to the members of the Group Leadership Team and the Board of Directors in 2016, 2015 or 2014.

Terms of termination of employment of the President and CEO

The President and CEO, Rajeev Suri, may terminate his service contract at any time with six months' prior notice. The Group may terminate his service contract for reasons other than cause at any time with an 18 months' notice period. If there is a change of control event as defined in Mr. Suri's service contract and the service contract is terminated either by the Group or its successor without cause, or by him for "good reason", he would be entitled to a severance payment equaling up to 18 months of compensation and cash payment of the pro-rated value of his outstanding unvested equity awards, if he is dismissed within 18 months of the change in control event.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

36. Risk management

General risk management principles

The Group has a systematic and structured approach to risk management across business operations and processes. Key risks and opportunities are identified primarily against business targets either in business operations or as an integral part of financial planning. Key risks and opportunities are analyzed, managed, monitored and identified as part of business performance management with the support of risk management personnel. The Group's overall risk management concept is based on managing the key risks that would prevent the Group from meeting its objectives, rather than solely focusing on eliminating risks. The principles documented in the Nokia Enterprise Risk Management Policy, approved by the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors, require risk management and its elements to be integrated into key processes. One of the main principles is that the business or function head is also the risk owner, although all employees are responsible for identifying, analyzing and managing risks as appropriate to their roles and duties. Risk management covers strategic, operational, financial and hazard risks. Key risks and opportunities are reviewed by the Group Leadership Team and the Board of Directors in order to create visibility on business risks as well as to enable prioritization of risk management activities. In addition to the principles defined in the Nokia Enterprise Risk Management Policy, specific risk management implementation is reflected in other key policies.

Financial risks

The objective for treasury activities is to guarantee sufficient funding at all times and to identify, evaluate and manage financial risks. Treasury activities support this aim by mitigating the adverse effects on the profitability of the underlying business caused by fluctuations in the financial markets, and by managing the capital structure by balancing the levels of liquid assets and financial borrowings. Treasury activities are governed by the Nokia Treasury Policy approved by the Group President and CEO which provides principles for overall financial risk management and determines the allocation of responsibilities for financial risk management activities. Operating procedures approved by the Group CFO cover specific areas such as foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk, credit and liquidity risk as well as the use of derivative financial instruments in managing these risks. The Group is risk averse in its treasury activities.

Financial risks are divided into market risk covering foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk and equity price risk; credit risk covering business-related credit risk and financial credit risk; and liquidity risk.

Market risk

Foreign exchange risk

The Group operates globally and is exposed to transaction and translation foreign exchange risks. Transaction risk arises from foreign currency denominated assets and liabilities together with foreign currency denominated future cash flows. Transaction exposures are managed in the context of various functional currencies of Group companies. Material transactional foreign exchange exposures are hedged, unless hedging would be uneconomical due to market liquidity and/or hedging cost. Exposures are defined using transaction nominal values. Exposures are mainly hedged with derivative financial instruments, such as forward foreign exchange contracts and foreign exchange options. The majority of financial instruments hedging foreign exchange risk have a duration of less than a year. The Group does not hedge forecast foreign currency cash flows beyond two years.

As the Group has entities where the functional currency is other than the euro, the shareholders' equity is exposed to fluctuations in foreign exchange rates. Equity changes caused by movements in foreign exchange rates are shown as currency translation differences in the consolidated financial statements. The Group may use forward foreign exchange contracts, foreign exchange options and foreign currency denominated loans to hedge its foreign exchange exposure arising from foreign net investments.

Currencies that represent a significant portion of the currency mix in outstanding financial instruments as of December 31 are as follows:

EURm USD JPY CNY GBP
2016
Foreign exchange derivatives used as cash flow hedges, net(1) (158)
Foreign exchange derivatives used as fair value hedges, net(2) (397) 103
Foreign exchange derivatives used as net investment hedges, net(3) (1 418) (249)
Foreign exchange exposure from statement of financial position items, net (2 172) 434 (227) (322)
Foreign exchange derivatives not designated in a hedge relationship,
carried at fair value through profit and loss, net(4)
1 747 (174) (587) 259
Cross-currency/interest rate hedges 1 051 (328)
2015
Foreign exchange derivatives used as cash flow hedges, net(1) (465) (262)
Foreign exchange derivatives used as net investment hedges, net(3) (296)
Foreign exchange exposure from statement of financial position items, net (1 004) 910 32 (97)
Foreign exchange derivatives not designated in a hedge relationship, carried at fair
value through profit and loss, net(4)
(226) (559) 18 90
Cross-currency/interest rate hedges 1 001 (311)

(1) Used to hedge the foreign exchange risk from forecasted highly probable cash flows related to sales, purchases and business acquisition activities. In some currencies, especially the U.S. dollar, the Group has substantial foreign exchange risks in both estimated cash inflows and outflows. The underlying exposures for which these hedges are entered into are not presented in the table as

they are not financial instruments. (2) Used to hedge foreign exchange risk from contractual firm commitments. The underlying exposures for which these hedges are entered into are not presented in the table as they are not financial instruments.

(3) Used to hedge net investment exposure. The underlying exposures for which these hedges are entered into are not presented in the table as they are not financial instruments.

(4) Items on the statement of financial position and some probable forecasted cash flows denominated in foreign currencies are hedged by a portion of foreign exchange derivatives not designated in a hedge relationship and carried at fair value through profit and loss.

The methodology for assessing market risk exposures: Value-at-risk

The Group uses the Value-at-Risk ("VaR") methodology to assess exposures to foreign exchange risks. The VaR-based methodology provides estimates of potential fair value losses in market risk-sensitive instruments as a result of adverse changes in specified market factors, at a specified confidence level over a defined holding period. The Group calculates the foreign exchange VaR using the Monte Carlo method which simulates random values for exchange rates in which the Group has exposures and takes the non-linear price function of certain derivative instruments into account. The VaR is determined using volatilities and correlations of rates and prices estimated from a sample of historical market data, at a 95% confidence level, using a one-month holding period. To put more weight on recent market conditions, an exponentially weighted moving average is performed on the data with an appropriate decay factor. This model implies that within a one-month period, the potential loss will not exceed the VaR estimate in 95% of possible outcomes. In the remaining 5% of possible outcomes the potential loss will be at minimum equal to the VaR figure and, on average, substantially higher. The VaR methodology relies on a number of assumptions which include the following: risks are measured under average market conditions, changes in market risk factors follow normal distributions, future movements in market risk factors are in line with estimated parameters and the assessed exposures do not change during the holding period. Thus, it is possible that, for any given month, the potential losses at a 95% confidence level are different and could be substantially higher than the estimated VaR.

The VaR figures for the Group's financial instruments which are sensitive to foreign exchange risks are presented in the table below. The VaR calculation includes foreign currency denominated monetary financial instruments, such as available-for-sale investments, loans and accounts receivable, investments at fair value through profit and loss, cash, loans and accounts payable; foreign exchange derivatives carried at fair value through profit and loss which are not in a hedge relationship and are mostly used to hedge the statement of financial position foreign exchange exposure; and foreign exchange derivatives designated as forecasted cash flow hedges and net investment hedges. Most of the VaR is caused by these derivatives as forecasted cash flow and net investment exposures are not financial instruments as defined in IFRS 7, Financial Instruments: Disclosures, and thus not included in the VaR calculation.

2016 2015
EURm VaR from financial instruments
As of December 31 83 54
Average for the year 111 145
Range for the year 73–149 54–217

Interest rate risk

The Group is exposed to interest rate risk either through market value fluctuations of items on the consolidated statement of financial position ("price risk") or through changes in interest income or expenses ("refinancing" or "reinvestment risk"). Interest rate risk mainly arises through interest-bearing liabilities and assets. Estimated future changes in cash flows and the structure of the consolidated statement of financial position also expose the Group to interest rate risk. The objective of interest rate risk management is to mitigate adverse impacts arising from interest rate fluctuations on the consolidated income statement, cash flow, and financial assets and liabilities while taking into consideration the Group's target capital structure and the resulting net interest rate exposure.

Interest rate profile of interest-bearing assets and liabilities as of December 31:

2016 2015
EURm Floating rate(1)
Fixed rate
Fixed rate Floating rate(1)
Assets 2 107 7 410 3 453 6 428
Liabilities (3 845) (113) (2 038) (31)
Assets and liabilities before derivatives (1 738) 7 297 1 415 6 397
Interest rate derivatives 1 358 (1 328) 981 (986)
Assets and liabilities after derivatives (380) 5 969 2 396 5 411

(1) All investments and credit support-related liabilities with initial maturity of three months or less are considered floating rate for the purposes of interest rate risk management. Comparatives have been adjusted to conform to current year presentation.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Interest rate exposure is monitored and managed centrally. The Group uses selective sensitivity analyses to assess and measure interest rate exposure arising from interest-bearing assets, interest-bearing liabilities and related derivatives. Sensitivity analysis determines an estimate of potential fair value changes in market risk-sensitive instruments by varying interest rates in currencies in which the Group has material amounts of financial assets and liabilities while keeping all other variables constant. The Group's sensitivity to interest rate exposure in the investment and debt portfolios is presented in the table below. Sensitivities to credit spreads are not reflected in the numbers.

2016 2015
EURm Impact on
fair value
Impact
on profit
Impact
on OCI
Impact on
fair value
Impact
on profit
Impact
on OCI
Interest rates – increase by 100 basis points 181 (3) (2) 6 (8) (32)
Interest rates – decrease by 50 basis points (99) 2 1 (5) 4 17

Equity price risk

In 2016, the Group does not have exposure to equity price risk as it does not have significant investments in publicly listed equity shares (EUR 16 million in 2015). The private funds where the Group has investments may, from time to time, have investments in public equity. Such investments have not been included in the above number.

Other market risk

In certain emerging market countries there are local exchange control regulations that provide for restrictions on making cross-border transfers of funds as well as other regulations that impact the Group's ability to control its net assets in those countries.

Credit risk

Credit risk refers to the risk that a counterparty will default on its contractual obligations resulting in financial loss to the Group. Credit risk arises from credit exposures to customers, including outstanding receivables, financial guarantees and committed transactions, as well as financial institutions, including bank and cash, fixed income and money-market investments, and derivative financial instruments. Credit risk is managed separately for business-related and financial credit exposures.

The maximum exposure to credit risk for outstanding customer finance loans is limited to the book value of financial assets as included in the consolidated statement of financial position:

EURm 2016 2015
Financial guarantees given on behalf of customers and other third parties 6
Loan commitments given but not used 223 180
Outstanding customer finance loans(1) 129 33
Total 352 219

(1) Includes acquired customer loans on a fair value basis which excludes EUR 33 million considered to be uncollectible.

Business-related credit risk

The Group aims to ensure the highest possible quality in accounts receivable and loans due from customers and other third parties. The Credit Policy, approved by the Group President and CEO, and the related procedures approved by the Group CFO, lay out the framework for the management of the business-related credit risks. The Credit Policy and related procedures set out that credit decisions are based on credit evaluation in each business, including credit rating for larger exposures, according to defined rating principles. Material credit exposures require Group-level approval. Credit risks are monitored in each business and, where appropriate, mitigated with the use of letters of credit, collateral, insurance, and the sale of selected receivables.

Credit exposure is measured as the total of accounts receivable and loans outstanding due from customers and committed credits. Accounts receivable do not include any major concentrations of credit risk by customer. The top three customers account for approximately 3.5%, 3.0% and 2.4% (9.6%, 5.9% and 3.5% in 2015) of accounts receivable and loans due from customers and other third parties as of December 31, 2016. The top three credit exposures by country account for approximately 19.1%, 8.6% and 7.4% (19.6%, 12.1% and 10.8% in 2015) of the Group's accounts receivable and loans due from customers and other third parties as of December 31, 2016. The 19.1% credit exposure relates to accounts receivable in China (19.6% in 2015).

The Group has provided allowances for doubtful accounts on accounts receivable and loans due from customers and other third parties not past due based on an analysis of debtors' credit ratings and credit histories. The Group establishes allowances for doubtful accounts that represent an estimate of expected losses at the end of the reporting period. All receivables and loans due from customers are considered on an individual basis to determine the allowances for doubtful accounts. The total of accounts receivable and loans due from customers is EUR 7 101 million (EUR 3 946 million in 2015). The gross carrying amount of accounts receivable, related to customer balances for which valuation allowances have been recognized, is EUR 2 439 million (EUR 1 150 million in 2015). The allowances for doubtful accounts for these accounts receivable as well as amounts expected to be uncollectible for acquired receivables are EUR 301 million (EUR 62 million in 2015).

Aging of past due receivables not considered to be impaired as of December 31:

EURm 2016 2015
Past due 1-30 days 102 25
Past due 31-180 days 141 53
More than 180 days 223 124
Total 466 202

Financial credit risk

Financial instruments contain an element of risk resulting from changes in the market price due to counterparties becoming less creditworthy or risk of loss due to counterparties being unable to meet their obligations. Financial credit risk is measured and monitored centrally by Treasury. Financial credit risk is managed actively by limiting counterparties to a sufficient number of major banks and financial institutions, and by monitoring the creditworthiness and the size of exposures continuously. Additionally, the Group enters into netting arrangements with all major counterparties, which give the right to offset in the event that the counterparty would not be able to fulfill its obligations. The Group enters into collateral agreements with certain counterparties, which require counterparties to post collateral against derivative receivables.

Investment decisions are based on strict creditworthiness and maturity criteria as defined in the Treasury-related policies and procedures. As a result of this investment policy approach and active management of outstanding investment exposures, the Group has not been subject to any material credit losses in its financial investments in the years presented.

Breakdown of outstanding fixed income and money-market investments by sector and credit rating grades ranked as per Moody's rating categories as of December 31:

EURm Rating(1) Due within
3 months
Due between 3
and 12 months
Due between
1 and 3 years
Due between
3 and 5 years
Due beyond
5 years
Total(2)(3)(4)
2016
Banks Aaa 1 054 1 054
Aa1-Aa3 410 201 35 646
A1-A3 1 405 211 387 116 2 119
Baa1-Baa3 893 728 1 621
Ba1-Ba3 15 15
Non-rated 42 42
Governments A1-A3 274 53 327
Other Aa1-Aa3 45 30 1 76
A1-A3 52 61 13 126
Baa1-Baa3 6 13 5 24
Total 3 922 1 244 715 169 6 050
2015
Banks Aaa 3 269 3 269
Aa1-Aa3 93 94 187
A1-A3 280 320 100 700
Baa1-Baa3 738 475 90 50 1 353
Non-rated 12 12
Governments Aaa 267 252 444 113 1 076
Aa1-Aa3 10 140 150
A1-A3 309 198 257 50 814
Baa1-Baa3 12 23 35
Other Baa1-Baa3 12 12
Total 4 713 1 354 632 746 163 7 608

(1) Bank Parent Company ratings are used here for bank groups. In some emerging markets countries, actual bank subsidiary ratings may differ from the Parent Company rating.

(2) Fixed income and money-market investments include term deposits, structured deposits, investments in liquidity funds and investments in fixed income instruments classified as available-for-sale investments and investments at fair value through profit and loss. Liquidity funds invested solely in government securities are included under Governments. Other liquidity funds are included under Banks.

(3) Instruments that include a call feature have been presented at their final maturities, if any. Instruments that are contractually due beyond 3 months include EUR 566 million (EUR 510 million in 2015) of instruments that have a call period of less than 3 months.

(4) Includes EUR 5 million of restricted investments (EUR 5 million in 2015) within fixed income and money-market investments. These are restricted financial assets under various contractual or legal obligations.

97% (98% in 2015) of the Group's cash at bank of EUR 3 276 million (EUR 2 242 million in 2015) is held with banks of investment grade credit rating.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

Financial assets and liabilities subject to offsetting under enforceable master netting agreements and similar arrangements as of December 31:

Gross amounts of
financial liabilities/
Net amounts of
financial assets/
Related amounts not set off in the
statement of financial position
EURm Gross amounts of
financial assets/
(liabilities)
(assets) set off in the
statement of financial
position
(liabilities) presented
in the statement of
financial position
Financial instruments
assets/(liabilities)
Cash collateral
received/(pledged)
Net amount
2016
Derivative assets 235 235 153 73 9
Derivative liabilities (236) (236) (128) (96) (12)
Total (1) (1) 25 (23) (3)
2015
Derivative assets 96 96 67 24 5
Derivative liabilities (114) (114) (65) (34) (15)
Total (18) (18) 2 (10) (10)

The financial instruments subject to enforceable master netting agreements and similar arrangements are not offset in the consolidated statement of financial position where there is no intention to settle net or realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously.

Liquidity risk

Liquidity risk is defined as financial distress or extraordinarily high financing costs arising from a shortage of liquid funds in a situation where outstanding debt needs to be refinanced or where business conditions unexpectedly deteriorate and require financing. Transactional liquidity risk is defined as the risk of executing a financial transaction below fair market value or not being able to execute the transaction at all within a specific period of time. The objective of liquidity risk management is to maintain sufficient liquidity, and to ensure that it is available fast enough without endangering its value in order to avoid uncertainty related to financial distress at all times.

The Group aims to secure sufficient liquidity at all times through efficient cash management and by investing in short-term liquid interest-bearing securities and money-market investments. Depending on its overall liquidity position, the Group may pre-finance or refinance upcoming debt maturities before contractual maturity dates. The transactional liquidity risk is minimized by entering into transactions where proper two-way quotes can be obtained from the market.

Due to the dynamic nature of the underlying business, the Group aims to maintain flexibility in funding by maintaining committed and uncommitted credit lines. As of December 31, 2016 committed revolving credit facilities totaled EUR 1 579 million (EUR 1 500 million in 2015).

Significant current long-term funding programs as of December 31, 2016:

Issuer: Program: Issued
Nokia Corporation Euro Medium-Term Note Program, totaling EUR 5 000 million

Significant current short-term funding programs as of December 31, 2016:

Issuer: Program: Issued
Nokia Corporation Local commercial paper program in Finland, totaling EUR 750 million

The following table presents an undiscounted cash flow analysis for financial liabilities and financial assets that are presented on the consolidated statement of financial position, and "off-balance sheet" instruments such as loan commitments, according to their remaining contractual maturity. The line-by-line analysis does not directly reconcile with the consolidated statement of financial position.

EURm Total Due within
3 months
Due between 3
and 12 months
Due between
1 and 3 years
Due between
3 and 5 years
Due beyond
5 years
2016
Non-current financial assets
Long-term loans receivable 150 2 86 32 30
Current financial assets
Short-term loans receivable 62 32 28 2
Investments at fair value through profit and loss 326 1 272 53
Available-for-sale investments, including cash equivalents(1) 5 753 3 935 1 248 453 117
Bank and cash 3 276 3 276
Cash flows related to derivative financial assets net settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 42 18 (6) 30
Cash flows related to derivative financial assets gross settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 8 221 6 473 492 1 038 13 205
Derivative contracts—payments (7 942) (6 404) (440) (962) (5) (131)
Accounts receivable(2) 5 895 4 430 1 354 106 5
Non-current financial liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities (5 807) (85) (140) (1 955) (269) (3 358)
Current financial liabilities
Short-term borrowings (372) (255) (116) (1)
Cash flows related to derivative financial liabilities
gross settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 8 948 7 727 925 248 48
Derivative contracts—payments (9 187) (7 867) (995) (272) (53)
Accounts payable (3 781) (3 600) (152) (29)
Contingent financial assets and liabilities
Loan commitments given undrawn(3) (223) (30) (83) (110)
Loan commitments obtained undrawn(4) 1 564 (1) (3) 1 568

(1) Instruments that include a call feature have been presented at their final maturities, if any. Instruments that are contractually due beyond 3 months include EUR 566 million of instruments that have a call period of less than 3 months.

(2) Accounts receivable maturity analysis does not include accrued receivables of EUR 1 077 million.

(3) Loan commitments given undrawn have been included in the earliest period in which they could be drawn or called.

(4) Loan commitments obtained undrawn have been included based on the period in which they expire. These amounts include related commitment fees.

Notes to consolidated financial statements continued

EURm Total Due within
3 months
Due between 3
and 12 months
Due between
1 and 3 years
Due between
3 and 5 years
Due beyond
5 years
2015
Non-current financial assets
Long-term loans receivable 58 8 28 4 18
Current financial assets
Short-term loans receivable 22 4 18
Investments at fair value through profit and loss 742 256 265 57 164
Available-for-sale investments, including cash equivalents(1) 6 938 4 714 1 105 403 663 53
Bank and cash 2 242 2 242
Cash flows related to derivative financial assets net settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 51 18 (7) 22 18
Cash flows related to derivative financial assets gross settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 4 203 3 441 221 42 295 204
Derivative contracts—payments (4 078) (3 431) (209) (23) (277) (138)
Accounts receivable(2) 2 628 2 014 586 25 3
Non-current financial liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities (3 070) (34) (84) (244) (1 549) (1 159)
Current financial liabilities
Short-term borrowings (52) (50) (2)
Cash flows related to derivative financial liabilities net settled:
Derivative contracts—payments (78) (5) (8) (6) (59)
Cash flows related to derivative financial liabilities gross settled:
Derivative contracts—receipts 4 901 3 114 760 318 709
Derivative contracts—payments (4 924) (3 162) (753) (302) (707)
Accounts payable (1 910) (1 835) (75)
Contingent financial assets and liabilities
Loan commitments given undrawn(3) (180) (17) (39) (124)
Loan commitments obtained undrawn(4) 1 487 (1) (4) 1 492

(1) Instruments that include a call feature have been presented at their final maturities, if any. Instruments that are contractually due beyond 3 months included EUR 510 million of instruments that have a call period of less than 3 months in 2015.

(2) Accounts receivable maturity analysis did not include accrued receivables of EUR 1 285 million in 2015.

(3) Loan commitments given undrawn have been included in the earliest period in which they could be drawn or called.

(4) Loan commitments obtained undrawn have been included based on the period in which they expire. These amounts include related commitment fees.

37. Subsequent events

Non-adjusting events after the reporting period

Acquisition of Deepfield Networks Inc.

On January 31, 2017 the Group acquired 100% ownership interest in Deepfield Networks Inc., a United States-based leader in real-time analytics for IP network performance management and security. The acquisition does not have a material impact to the consolidated statement of financial position, comprehensive income or cash flows.

Offer to acquire Comptel Corporation

On February 8, 2017 the Group and Comptel Corporation entered into a Transaction Agreement whereby the Group undertakes to make a voluntary public cash tender offer to purchase all of the issued and outstanding shares and option rights in Comptel Corporation that are not owned by Comptel Corporation, or any of its subsidiaries. The price offered for each share validly tendered in the Tender Offer will be EUR 3.04 in cash. The Tender Offer values Comptel at approximately EUR 347 million, on a fully diluted basis.

Offer to purchase outstanding notes

On February 22, 2017 the Group announced that it commenced an offer to purchase the outstanding EUR 500 million 6.75% notes due February 4, 2019 (the "2019 Euro Notes") issued by Nokia Corporation; and the outstanding USD 300 million 6.50% notes due January 15, 2028 (the "2028 Dollar Notes") and USD 1 360 million 6.45% notes due March 15, 2029 (the "2029 Dollar Notes"), issued by Lucent Technologies Inc. (the predecessor to Alcatel-Lucent Inc., the Group's wholly-owned subsidiary), up to a maximum cash consideration of USD 1 000 million (the "Tender Offer"). The purpose of the Tender Offer is to manage the overall indebtedness of the Group. Following the settlement of the Tender Offer, the Group expects to cancel any euro-denominated notes purchased pursuant to the Tender Offer and to hold any US dollar-denominated notes purchased pursuant to the Tender Offer.

On March 21, 2017, the Tender Offer expired. The Group received tenders for 53.76% (EUR 268.8 million) of the 2019 Euro Notes, 28.66% (USD 86.0 million) of the 2028 Dollar Notes and 29.48% (USD 400.9 million) of the 2029 Dollar Notes. The Group expects to settle the Tender Offer on March 23, 2017.

New euro-denominated notes

On March 15, 2017, the Group issued EUR 500 million 1.00% Senior Notes due 2021 and EUR 750 million 2.00% Senior Notes due 2024 under our 5 000 000 000 Euro Medium-Term Note Programme. The proceeds of the new notes are intended to fund the Tender Offer and for general corporate purposes.

Income taxes

In January 2017, as part of continuing changes to its operating model, the Group transferred certain intellectual property between its operations in Finland and the United States, which is expected to result in approximately EUR 250 million negative non-recurring impact on tax expenses in the first quarter of 2017 but no material cash tax outflow.

Changes in organizational structure

On March 17, 2017, the Group announced changes in the organizational structure, effective from April 1, 2017. The organizational changes include the separation of the current Mobile Networks business group into two distinct, but closely linked, organizations: (1) Mobile Networks, focused on products and solutions and (2) Global Services, focused on services. The Group will continue to report financial information for Ultra Broadband Networks, IP Networks and Applications and Nokia Technologies. Ultra Broadband Networks will be composed of the Mobile Networks, Global Services and Fixed Networks business groups. IP Networks and Applications is composed of the IP/Optical Networks and Applications & Analytics business groups.

Parent Company income statement

For the year ended December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Net sales(1) 836 949
Cost of sales (7) (8)
Gross profit 829 941
Selling, general and administrative expenses (128) (183)
Other income 4 17 27
Other expenses (23) (20)
Operating profit 695 765
Financial income and expenses
Income from long-term investments 5 3 42
Interest and other financial income 5 96 33
Foreign exchange losses, net (148) (249)
Impairment on investments in subsidiaries and other shares (54) (24)
Interest and other financial expenses 5 (125) (166)
Gain from sale of shares and businesses(2) 7 695
Total financial income and expenses (221) 331
Profit before appropriations and tax 474 1 096
Appropriations
Group contributions(2) 6 (60) 82
Profit before tax 414 1 178
Income tax expense 7 (93) (91)
Profit for the year 321 1 087

(1) Nokia Technologies segment net sales.

(2) Due to changes to the Accounting Act extraordinary items are no longer presented in the income statement in 2016, and therefore the comparative information has been reclassified accordingly to the financial income and expenses and appropriations.

Parent Company statement of financial position

As of December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Intangible assets
Intangible rights 3 3
Total intangible assets 3 3
Property, plant and equipment
Land and water areas 8 8 8
Buildings 8 96 98
Machinery and equipment 8 3 3
Other tangible assets 8 14 15
Advance payments and assets under construction 8 1 1
Total property, plant and equipment 122 125
Investments
Investments in subsidiaries 9 18 596 6 292
Investments in associated companies 9 1 3
Available-for-sale investments 9 65 132
Total investments 18 662 6 427
Other non-current assets
Other non-current receivables 84 84
Long-term loan receivables Group companies 637
Deferred tax assets 7 139 138
Total other non-current assets 860 222
Total non-current assets 19 647 6 777
Current assets
Deferred tax assets 7 25
Accounts receivable from Group companies 552 252
Accounts receivable from other companies 154 478
Current loans receivable from Group companies 4 375 4 541
Other financial assets from Group companies 69 12
Other financial assets from other companies 155 96
Prepaid expenses and accrued income from Group companies 10 49 4
Prepaid expenses and accrued income from other companies 10 118 177
Short-term investments 1 625 2 813
Cash and cash equivalents 2 132 6 033
Total current assets 9 229 14 431
Total assets 28 876 21 208

Parent Company statement of financial position continued

As of December 31 Notes 2016
EURm
2015
EURm
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Capital and reserves
Share capital 11 246 246
Share issue premium 11 46 46
Treasury shares 11, 12 (874) (711)
Fair value and other reserves 11, 13 17 25
Reserve for invested non-restricted equity 11, 12 15 322 3 805
Retained earnings 11, 12 4 859 5 275
Profit for the year 11, 12 321 1 087
Total equity 19 937 9 773
Provisions 16 104 119
Non-current liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 17 1 972 1 946
Advance payments from other companies 1 080 1 234
Total non-current liabilities 3 052 3 180
Current liabilities
Current interest-bearing liabilities to Group companies 4 108 6 937
Current interest-bearing liabilities to other companies 62 30
Current liabilities to Group companies 700 270
Other financial liabilities to Group companies 19 16
Other financial liabilities to other companies 144 111
Advance payments from other companies 176 348
Accounts payable to Group companies 361 201
Accounts payable to other companies 46 45
Accrued expenses and deferred revenue to Group companies 18 13 13
Accrued expenses and deferred revenue to other companies 18 154 165
Total current liabilities 5 783 8 136
Total liabilities 8 939 11 435
Total shareholders' equity and liabilities 28 876 21 208

Parent Company statement of cash flows

For the year ended December 31
Notes
2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Cash flow from operating activities
Profit for the year 321 1 087
Adjustments, total
21
410 (347)
Change in net working capital
21
(161) (819)
Cash from/(used in) operations 570 (79)
Interest received 70 33
Interest paid (95) (115)
Other financial income and expenses, net paid (216) (198)
Income taxes, net paid (83) (21)
Net cash from/(used in) operating activities 246 (380)
Cash flow from investing activities
Purchases of shares in subsidiary companies and available-for-sale investments (664) (15)
Purchases of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (6) (34)
(Payments of)/proceeds from disposal of shares and business (2) 2 601
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment and other intangible assets 1 8
Payments of other long-term receivables (644)
Proceeds from short-term receivables 438 1 705
Dividends received and other proceeds from Group companies 3 154
Purchase of short-term investments, liquid assets (3 493) (4 861)
Proceeds from short-term investments, liquid assets 4 714 2 098
Net cash from investing activities 347 1 656
Cash flow from financing activities
Purchase of treasury shares (216) (173)
Stock option exercise 3 4
Proceeds of long-term borrowings (19) (273)
Payment of short-term borrowings (2 841) 6 087
Dividends paid (1 503) (507)
Group contributions 82 (728)
Net cash (used in)/from financing activities (4 494) 4 410
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents (3 901) 5 686
Cash and cash equivalents as of January 1 6 033 347
Cash and cash equivalents as of December 31 2 132 6 033

Notes to Parent Company financial statements

1. Accounting principles

Basis of presentation

The Parent Company financial statements are prepared in accordance with the Finnish Accounting Standards ("FAS").

On January 4, 2016 the Parent Company obtained the control of Alcatel Lucent after it had acquired the majority of the voting rights in Alcatel Lucent. Refer to Note 5, Acquisitions in the consolidated financial statements.

The parent company is responsible for arranging a significant portion of group internal financing. Changes in the internal and external financing needs arising from changes in operative and organizational models affect the parent company's financial position.

Revenue recognition

Revenue is recognized when the following criteria for the transaction have been met: significant risks and rewards of ownership have transferred to the buyer; continuing managerial involvement and effective control usually associated with ownership have ceased; the amount of revenue can be measured reliably; it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will flow to the Company; and the costs incurred or to be incurred in respect of the transaction can be measured reliably.

Foreign currency translation

Receivables and payables denominated in foreign currencies are converted into euro using the exchange rate prevailing on the statement of financial position date.

Pensions

Contributions to pension plans are expensed in the income statements in the period to which the contributions relate.

Intangible assets and property, plant and equipment

Intangible assets and property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation according to plan. Depreciation according to plan is recorded on a straight-line basis over the expected useful lives of the assets as follows:

Intangible assets 3–7 years
Buildings 20–33 years
Machinery and equipment 1–10 years

Land and water areas are not depreciated. The accumulated depreciation according to plan and the change in the depreciation reserve comply with the Finnish Business Tax Act. The change in the depreciation reserve has been treated as appropriations.

Investments

Investments in subsidiaries are stated at cost less accumulated impairment. Majority of non-current available-for-sale investments are carried at cost less accumulated impairment. Available-for-sale investments are technology-related investments in private equity shares and unlisted funds for which fair value cannot be measured reliably due to non-existent public markets or reliable valuation methods.

Loans receivable

Loans receivable include loans to customers and suppliers and are measured initially at fair value and subsequently at amortized cost less impairment using the effective interest method. Loans are subject to regular review as to their collectability and available collateral. An allowance is made if a loan is deemed not to be fully recoverable. The related cost is recognized in other expenses or financial expenses, depending on the nature of the receivable to reflect the shortfall between the carrying amount and the present value of the expected future cash flows. Interest income on loans receivable is recognized in financial income and expenses by applying the effective interest rate.

Short-term investments

Short-term investments primarily consist of highly liquid, fixed-income and money-market investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with maturities at acquisition of longer than three months.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash at bank and in hand and available-for-sale investments, cash equivalents. Available-for-sale investments, cash equivalents consist of highly liquid, fixed-income and money-market investments that are readily convertible to known amounts of cash with maturities at acquisition of three months or less, as well as bank deposits with maturities or contractual call periods at acquisition of three months or less. Due to the high credit quality and short-term nature of these investments, there is an insignificant risk of change in value. Investments in money market funds that have a risk profile consistent with the aforementioned criteria are also classified as cash equivalents.

Accounts receivable

Accounts receivable include both amounts invoiced to customers and amounts where the Parent Company's revenue recognition criteria have been fulfilled but the customers have not yet been invoiced. Accounts receivable are carried at the original amount invoiced to customers less allowances for doubtful accounts. Allowances for doubtful accounts are based on a periodic review of all outstanding amounts, including an analysis of historical bad debt, customer concentrations, customer creditworthiness, past due amounts, current economic trends and changes in customer payment terms. Impairment charges on receivables identified as uncollectible are included in other operating expenses. The Parent Company derecognizes an accounts receivable balance only when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire or it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of the asset to another entity.

Loans payable

Loans payable are recognized initially at fair value net of transaction costs. In subsequent periods, loans payable are presented at amortized cost using the effective interest method. Transaction costs and loan interest are recognized in the income statement as financial expenses over the life of the instrument.

Accounts payable

Accounts payable are carried at invoiced amount which is considered to be the fair value due to the short-term nature of the Parent Company's accounts payable.

Derivative financial instruments

Interest income or expense on interest rate derivatives is accrued in the income statement during the financial year. In the financial statements, outstanding interest rate forward contracts, interest rate future contracts, interest rate option contracts and interest rate swap contracts are stated at market values and included in the income statement.

Forward foreign exchange contracts are valued using the forward exchange rate of the statement of financial position date. The exchange differences arising from outstanding derivative contracts are reported in financial items. Foreign exchange option contracts are valued using an option valuation model on the statement of financial position date and reported in financial items.

Fair values of forward rate agreements, interest rate options, futures contracts and exchange traded options are calculated based on quoted market rates at each statement of financial position date. Discounted cash flow analyses are used to value interest rate and cross-currency interest rate swaps.

Hedge accounting

The Parent Company applies hedge accounting on certain forward foreign exchange contracts, certain options or option strategies, and certain interest rate derivatives. Qualifying options and option strategies have zero net premium or a net premium paid. For option structures, the critical terms of the bought and sold options are the same and the nominal amount of the sold option component is no greater than that of the bought option.

Fair value hedges

The Parent Company applies fair value hedge accounting to reduce exposure to fair value fluctuations of interest-bearing liabilities due to changes in interest rates and foreign exchange rates. Changes in the fair value of derivatives designated and qualifying as fair value hedges, together with any changes in the fair value of hedged liabilities attributable to the hedged risk, are recognized in financial income and expenses. If the hedged item no longer meets the criteria for hedge accounting, hedge accounting ceases and any fair value adjustments made to the carrying amount of the hedged item while the hedge was effective are recognized in financial income and expenses based on the effective interest method.

Deferred tax

Deferred tax liabilities and deferred tax assets are calculated for temporary differences between book values and tax bases using an enacted or substantively enacted tax rate at each statement of financial position date that are expected to apply in the period when the asset is realized or the liability is settled. Non-current and current deferred tax liabilities and deferred tax assets are presented separately on balance sheet. Deferred tax assets are recognized at the probable amount estimated to be received. Deferred tax assets and deferred tax liabilities are offset for presentation purposes, because a company has a legally enforceable right to set off current tax assets against current tax liabilities.

Notes to Parent Company financial statements continued

2. Personnel expenses

EURm 2016 2015
Salaries and wages 47 37
Share-based payment expense 28 16
Pension expense 4 2
Other social expenses 2 2
Total 81 57
Average number of employees 2016 2015
Marketing 70 61
Administration 211 183
Total average 281 244
As of December 31 273 280

Management compensation

Refer to Note 35, Related party transactions of the consolidated financial statements.

3. Auditor's fees

EURm 2016 2015
Audit of financial statements 4 4
Total 4 4

Total annual group fees paid to the auditor are EUR 36.5 million in 2016 (EUR 18.4 million in 2015), including audit fees of EUR 31.3 million (EUR 13.5 million in 2015).

4. Other income

EURm 2016 2015
Rental income 2 2
Profit on the sale of property, plant and equipment 7
Compensation for ligitation costs 6
Other 15 12
Total 17 27

5. Financial income and expenses

EURm 2016 2015
Income from long-term investments
Dividend income from Group companies 3 42
Total 3 42
Interest and other financial income
Interest income from Group companies 55 14
Interest income from other companies 1 9
Other financial income from other companies 40 10
Total 96 33
Interest and other financial expenses
Interest expenses to Group companies (10) (11)
Interest expenses to other companies (73) (113)
Other financial expenses (42) (42)
Total (125) (166)

Financial income and expenses includes EUR 15 million expenses for derivative financial instruments designated in hedge accounting relationships (EUR 13 million expense in 2015) and EUR 11 million income for liabilities under fair value hedge accounting (EUR 2 million expense in 2015).

6. Group contributions

EURm 2016 2015
Granted (700) (270)
Received 640 352
Total (60) 82

7. Income taxes

EURm 2016 2015
Current tax (65) (48)
Deferred tax (28) (43)
Total (93) (91)
Income tax from operations (93) (76)
Income tax from appropriations 12 (16)
Income tax relating to previous financial years (12) 1
Total (93) (91)

Deferred taxes

EURm 2016 2015
Non-current deferred tax assets 139 138
Current deferred tax assets - 25
Total 139 163
2016 2015
EURm Deferred tax assets Deferred tax liabilities Deferred tax assets Deferred tax liabilities
Total before netting 146 (7) 171 (8)
Netting of deferred tax assets and liabilities (7) 7 (8) 8
Total after netting 139 163

Notes to Parent Company financial statements continued

8. Property, plant and equipment

Land and Machinery Other tangible Advance
payments and
assets
under
EURm water areas Buildings and equipment assets construction Total
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2015 8 143 23 1 2 177
Additions 3 15 16 34
Disposals and retirements (1) (2) (1) (3) (7)
Reclassifications 14 (14)
Acquisition cost as of December 31, 2015 8 159 21 15 1 204
Accumulated depreciation as of January 1, 2015 (56) (17) (1) (74)
Disposals and retirements 1 1 2
Depreciation(1) (5) (2) (7)
Accumulated depreciation as of December 31, 2015 (61) (18) (79)
Net book value as of January 1, 2015 8 87 6 2 103
Net book value as of December 31, 2015 8 98 3 15 1 125
Acquisition cost as of January 1, 2016 8 159 21 15 1 204
Additions 4 4
Disposals and retirements (1) (1) (2)
Acquisition cost as of December 31 , 2016 8 162 20 15 1 206
Accumulated depreciation as of January 1, 2016 (61) (18) (79)
Disposals and retirements 1 1
Depreciation(1) (5) (1) (6)
Accumulated depreciation as of December 31, 2016 (66) (17) (1) (84)
Net book value as of January 1, 2016 8 98 3 15 1 125
Net book value as of December 31, 2016 8 96 3 14 1 122

(1) Recognized in selling, general and administrative expenses.

9. Investments

EURm 2016 2015
Investments in subsidiaries
Net carrying amount as of January 1 6 292 10 151
Additions(1) 12 304
Impairment (24)
Disposals(2) (3 835)
Net carrying amount as of December 31 18 596 6 292
Investments in associated companies
Net carrying amount as of January 1 3 3
Impairment (2)
Net carrying amount as of December 31 1 3
Available-for-sale investments
Net carrying amount as of January 1 132 105
Additions 5 16
Impairment(3) (66)
Other changes 3 12
Disposals (9) (1)
Net carrying amount as of December 31 65 132

(1) In 2016, the Parent Company acquired 100% of the shares in Alcatel Lucent SA, a parent company to the Alcatel Lucent Group, partially through a share exchange and partially in cash. The fair value of the shares issued by the Parent Company as a purchase consideration amounted to EUR 11 566 million and was recognized as an increase in reserve for invested non-restricted equity. The cash consideration amounted to EUR 738 million including the capitalized transaction costs. As part of the Alcatel Lucent SA acquisition, the Parent Company also acquired OCEANE convertible bonds issued by Alcatel Lucent SA, amounting to EUR 525 million. Each OCEANE convertible bond represents right to one Alcatel Lucent SA ordinary share. The Parent Company may exercise its conversion right ,if it so decides.

(2) In 2015, related to the Sale of the HERE Business.

(3) In 2016, relates to certain private funds investing in intellectual property rights.

Investments in associated companies

Associated company Ownership
%
Carrying amount
EURm
Sapura-Nokia Telecommunication Sdn Bhd 40
Noksel A.S 20 1
Sapura Nokia Software Sdn Bhd 50

10. Prepaid expenses and accrued income

EURm 2016 2015
Prepaid and accrued royalty income 108 12
Current tax asset 1 15
Accrued interest 10 13
Divestment-related receivables 44 135
Other 4 6
Total 167 181

11. Shareholders' equity

EURm Share capital Share issue
premium
Treasury
shares
Fair value
and other
reserves
Reserve
for invested
non-restricted
equity
Retained
earnings
Total
As of January 1, 2015 246 46 (988) 11 3 067 6 209 8 591
Settlement of performance and restricted shares 23 (16) 7
Stock options exercise 4 4
Acquisition of treasury shares (173) (173)
Cancellation of treasury shares 427 (427)
Convertible bond conversion 750 750
Fair value reserve, increase 14 14
Dividends (507) (507)
Profit for the year 1 087 1 087
As of December 31, 2015 246 46 (711) 25 3 805 6 362 9 773
Settlement of performance and restricted shares 68 (52) 16
Stock options exercise 3 3
Acquisition of treasury shares (231) (231)
Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent shares 11 975 11 975
FAS adjustment to Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent
shares (409) (409)
Fair value reserve, decrease (8) (8)
Dividends (1 503) (1 503)
Profit for the year 321 321
As of December 31, 2016 246 46 (874) 17 15 322 5 180 19 937

12. Distributable earnings

EURm 2016 2015
Reserve for invested non-restricted equity 15 322 3 805
Retained earnings 4 859 5 275
Profit for the year 321 1 087
Total retained earnings 20 502 10 167
Treasury shares (874) (711)
Total 19 628 9 456

13. Fair value and other reserves

Hedging reserve Available-for-sale investments Total
EURm Gross Tax Net Gross Tax Net Gross Tax Net
As of January 1, 2015 2 2 9 9 11 11
Cash flow hedges
Net fair value gains 7 (2) 5 7 (2) 5
Available-for-sale investments
Net fair value gains 14 (4) 10 14 (4) 10
Transfer to income statement on disposal (1) (1) (1) (1)
As of December 31, 2015 9 (2) 7 22 (4) 18 31 (6) 25
Cash flow hedges
Net fair value losses (1) (1) (1) (1)
Available-for-sale investments
Net fair value losses (1) 1 (1) 1
Transfer to income statement on disposal (9) 2 (7) (9) 2 (7)
As of December 31, 2016 8 (2) 6 12 (1) 11 20 (3) 17

14. Fair value of financial instruments

Carrying amounts
EURm Current
available-for
sale financial
assets
Non-current
available-for
sale financial
assets
Financial
instruments at
fair value
through profit
or loss
Loans and
receivables
measured at
amortized cost
Financial
liabilities
measured at
amortized cost
Total Total
2016
Available-for-sale investments 65 65 65
Long-term loan receivable from Group
companies
637 637 637
Accounts receivable from Group companies 552 552 552
Accounts receivable from other companies 154 154 154
Current loans receivable from Group
companies
4 375 4 375 4 375
Other financial assets from Group companies,
derivatives
69 69 69
Other financial assets from other companies,
derivatives 155 155 155
Short-term investments 1 298 327 1 625 1 625
Cash and cash equivalents 2 132 2 132 2 132
Total financial assets 3 430 65 551 5 718 9 764 9 764
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities to
other companies(2)
1 972 1 972 2 080
Current interest-bearing liabilities to Group
companies
4 108 4 108 4 108
Current interest-bearing liabilities to other
companies 62 62 62
Current liabilities to Group companies, other 700 700 700
Other financial liabilities to Group companies,
derivatives
19 19 19
Other financial liabilities to other companies,
derivatives 144 144 144
Accounts payable to Group companies 361 361 361
Accounts payable to other companies 46 46 46
Total financial liabilities 163 7 249 7 412 7 520
Carrying amounts Fair value(1)
EURm Current
available-for
sale financial
assets
Non-current
available-for
sale financial
assets
Financial
instruments at
fair value
through profit
or loss
Loans and
receivables
measured at
amortized cost
Financial
liabilities
measured at
amortized cost
Total Total
2015
Available-for-sale investments 132 132 132
Accounts receivable from Group companies 252 252 252
Accounts receivable from other companies 478 478 478
Current loans receivable from Group
companies 4 541 4 541 4 541
Other financial assets from Group companies,
derivates 12 12 12
Other financial assets from other companies,
derivatives 96 96 96
Short-term investments 2 126 687 2 813 2 813
Cash and cash equivalents 6 033 6 033 6 033
Total financial assets 8 159 132 795 5 271 14 357 14 357
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities to
other companies
1 946 1 946 2 017
Current interest-bearing liabilities to Group
companies
6 937 6 937 6 937
Current interest-bearing liabilities to other
companies 30 30 30
Current liabilities to Group companies, other 270 270 270
Other financial liabilities to Group companies,
derivatives 16 16 16
Other financial liabilities to other companies,
derivatives 111 111 111
Accounts payable to Group companies 201 201 201
Accounts payable to other companies 45 45 45
Total financial liabilities 127 9 429 9 556 9 627

(1) For items not carried at fair value, the following fair value measurement methods are used. The fair value is estimated to equal the carrying amount for available-for-sale investments carried at cost less impairment for which it is not possible to estimate fair value reliably as there is no active market for these private fund investments. These assets are tested for impairment annually using a discounted cash flow analysis. The fair value of loans receivable and loans payable is estimated based on the current market values of similar instruments (level 2). The fair values of long-term interest bearing liabilities are primarily based on quotes from third-party pricing services (level 2). The fair value is estimated to equal the carrying amount for short-term financial assets and financial liabilities due to limited credit risk and short time to maturity.

Financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value are categorized based on the amount of unobservable inputs used to measure their fair value. Three hierarchical levels are based on an increasing amount of judgment associated with the inputs used to derive fair valuation for these assets and liabilities, level 1 being market values for exchange traded products, level 2 being primarily based on quotes from third-party pricing services, and level 3 requiring most management judgment. At the end of each reporting period, the Group categorizes its financial assets and liabilities to appropriate level of fair value hierarchy.

Notes to Parent Company financial statements continued

15. Derivative financial instruments

Assets Liabilities
EURm Fair value(1) Notional(2) Fair value(1) Notional(2)
2016
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swaps 42 300
Cash flow and fair value hedges(3)
Cross currency interest rate swaps 42 1 002
Derivatives not designated in hedge accounting relationships carried at fair value
through profit and loss
Forward foreign exchange contracts, Group companies 69 5 806 (16) 1 458
Forward foreign exchange contracts 68 5 868 (115) 7 804
Currency options bought 3 569
Currency options sold, Group companies (3) 498
Interest rate swaps (29) 324
Total 224 13 545 (163) 10 084
2015
Fair value hedges
Interest rate swaps 51 300
Cash flow and fair value hedges(3)
Cross-currency interest rate swaps 17 355 (5) 646
Derivatives not designated in hedge accounting relationships carried at fair value
through profit and loss
Forward foreign exchange contracts, Group companies 12 1 046 (13) 3 334
Forward foreign exchange contracts 24 3 185 (56) 3 642
Currency options bought 4 456
Currency options sold, Group companies (3) 286
Currency options sold 162
Interest rate swaps (50) 646
Total 108 5 342 (127) 8 716

(1) Included in other financial assets and other financial liabilities in the statement of financial position.

(2) Includes the gross amount of all notional values for contracts that have not yet been settled or cancelled. The amount of notional value outstanding is not necessarily a measure or indication of market risk as the exposure of certain contracts may be offset by that of other contracts.

(3) Cross-currency interest rate swaps have been designated partly as fair value hedges and partly as cash flow hedges.

In 2015, the Company became the centralized external dealing entity in the Group. The Parent Company executes all significant external derivative transactions with banks based on the Group's risk management strategy, and executes identical opposite internal derivative transactions with Group Companies as required. Derivative financial instrument designation to hedging relationships in the table above presents the use of and accounting for derivative financial instruments from the perspective of the Company's standalone financial statements, which may differ from the designation in the consolidated financial statements. Refer to Note 25, Derivative financial instruments in the consolidated financial statements.

16. Provisions

Divestment-related 92 106
Other 12 13
Total 104 119

17. Long-term interest-bearing liabilities

Nominal value
million
Nominal interest
%
2016
EURm
2015
EURm
Bonds
2009–2019 1 000 USD 5.375 962 941
2009–2019 500 EUR 6.750 527 538
2009–2039(1) 500 USD 6.625 483 467
Total 1 972 1 946

(1) Repayable after 5 years

All of these borrowings are senior unsecured and have no financial covenants.

18. Accrued expenses and deferred revenue

EURm 2016 2015
VAT and other indirect taxes 47 16
Accrued interest 41 41
Salaries and social expenses 15 16
Divestment-related 12 63
Other to Group companies 13 12
Other to other companies 39 30
Total 167 178

19. Commitments and contingencies

EURm 2016 2015
Contingent liabilities on behalf of Group companies
Financial guarantees 7
Leasing guarantees 64 68
Other guarantees 871 404
Contingent liabilities on behalf of associated companies
Financial guarantees 11 15
Contingent liabilities on behalf of other companies
Financial guarantees 6
Other guarantees 131 133

Certain India-related accounts receivable are under payment restrictions due to on-going tax proceedings.

As of December 31, 2016 operating lease commitments amounted to EUR 2 million (EUR 0.4 million in 2015).

20. Loans granted to the management of the company

There were no loans granted to the members of the Group Leadership Team and Board of Directors as of December 31, 2016 or 2015.

Notes to Parent Company financial statements continued

21. Notes to the statement of cash flows

EURm 2016 2015
Adjustments for
Depreciation and amortization 8 7
Profit on disposal of property, plant and equipment and available-for-sale investments (7)
Income tax expense 93 91
Financial income and expenses 172 340
Impairment charges 54 24
Loss/(gain) on sale of shares and businesses 7 (718)
Asset retirements 4
Share-based payment 16 8
Other income and expenses, net 60 (96)
Total 410 (347)
Change in net working capital
Decrease/(increase) in accounts receivable 128 (417)
Decrease in interest-free short-term liabilities (343) (402)
Increase in interest-free long-term liabilities 54
Total (161) (819)

In 2016, the Parent Company acquired 100% of the shares in Alcatel Lucent SA, a parent company of the Alcatel Lucent Group, partially through a share exchange offer and partially in cash. The fair value of the shares issued by the Parent Company as a purchase consideration amounted to EUR 11 566 million and was recognized as an increase in reserve for invested non-restricted equity.

In 2015, the Parent Company exercised its option to redeem EUR 750 million convertible bonds at their principal amount outstanding plus accrued interest. The redemption led to materially all convertible bonds being converted to Nokia shares, resulting in no cash impact.

22. Principal Group companies

Refer to Note 32, Principal Group companies of the consolidated financial statements.

The full list of Group companies is included in the Financial statements filed with the Registrar of Companies.

23. Shares of the Parent Company

Refer to Note 20, Shares of the Parent Company in the consolidated financial statements.

24. Risk management

The Group has a systematic and structured approach to risk management across business operations and processes. Risk management policies and procedures are Group-wide, there are no separate or individual risk management policies or procedures for the Parent Company. Hence, internal and external risk exposures and transactions are managed only in the context of the Group risk management strategy. Refer to Note 36, Risk management in the consolidated financial statements.

25. Subsequent events

Refer to Note 37, Subsequent events in the consolidated financial statements.

Signing of the Annual Accounts 2016 and proposal by the Board of Directors for distribution of profit

The distributable funds in the statement of financial position of the Parent company at December 31, 2016 amounted to EUR 19 628 million.

The Board proposes to the Annual General Meeting that from the retained earnings a dividend of EUR 0.17 per share be paid out on the shares of the company. At December 31, 2016 the total number of shares of the company was 5 836 055 012, based on which the maximum amount to be distributed as dividend would be EUR 992 million.

The proposed dividend is in line with the company's distribution policy.

March 23, 2017

Risto Siilasmaa Chair of the Board

Louis R. Hughes

Elizabeth Nelson

Carla Smits-Nusteling

Bruce Brown

Jean C. Monty

Olivier Piou

Kari Stadigh

Rajeev Suri President and CEO

Auditor's report

To the Annual General Meeting of Nokia Oyj

Report on the audit of the financial statements

Opinion

In our opinion,

  • The consolidated financial statements of Nokia Oyj give a true and fair view of the financial position, financial performance, and cash flows of the Group in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU; and,
  • The consolidated financial statements and the standalone parent company financial statements of Nokia Oyj give a true and fair view of the company's financial performance and financial position in accordance with the laws and regulations governing the preparation of the financial statements in Finland and comply with statutory requirements.

What we have audited

We have audited the financial statements of Nokia Oyj for the year ended 31 December, 2016. The financial statements comprise:

  • The Group's consolidated statement of financial position, income statement, statement of comprehensive income, statement of changes in shareholders' equity and statement of cash flows, and notes to the consolidated financial statements; and,
  • The parent company's statement of financial position, income statement, statement of cash flows and notes to the financial statements.

Basis for opinion

We conducted our audit in accordance with good auditing practice in Finland. Our responsibilities under good auditing practice are further described in the Auditor's responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report.

We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion.

Independence

We are independent of the parent company and of the Group in accordance with the ethical requirements that are applicable in Finland and are relevant to our audit, and we have fulfilled our other ethical responsibilities in accordance with these requirements.

Our audit approach

Overview

Materiality

■ Overall group materiality: EUR 125 million, which represents 0.53% of consolidated net sales

Group scoping

■ We performed specific audit procedures at 44 reporting components, in addition to group level procedures over specific consolidated accounts and analytical procedures to assess unusual movements across all entities

Key audit matters

  • Acquisition accounting for Alcatel Lucent
  • Revenue recognition on complex contracts
  • Accounting for significant income tax transactions
  • Fair value of pension and post-retirement plan assets

As part of designing our audit, we determined materiality and assessed the risks of material misstatement in the financial statements. In particular, we considered where management made subjective judgements; for example, in respect of significant accounting estimates that involved making assumptions and considering future events that are inherently uncertain.

Materiality

The scope of our audit was influenced by our application of materiality. An audit is designed to obtain reasonable assurance whether the financial statements are free from material misstatement. Misstatements may arise due to fraud or error. They are considered material if individually or in aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of the financial statements.

Based on our professional judgement, we determined certain quantitative thresholds for materiality, including the overall group materiality for the consolidated financial statements as set out in the table below. These, together with qualitative considerations, helped us to determine the scope of our audit and the nature, timing and extent of our audit procedures and to evaluate the effect of misstatements on the financial statements as a whole.

Overall group materiality EUR 125 million
How we determined it 0.53% of consolidated net sales
Rationale for
the materiality
benchmark applied
We chose net sales as the benchmark
because, in our view, it is the most
appropriate benchmark given the nature
of the business this year in which the
acquisition and integration of Alcatel
Lucent is a significant transaction
impacting the financial statements. The
Group's profit before tax was a substantial
loss based on non-recurring charges
related to the acquisition and therefore
an earnings based measure is not an
appropriate basis to determine our
materiality. We chose 0.53% which is based
on perspectives and expectations of the
users of the financial statements in the
context of our understanding of the entity
and the environment in which it operates.

How we tailored our Group audit scope

We tailored the scope of our audit in order to perform sufficient work to enable us to provide an opinion on the consolidated financial statements as a whole, taking into account the structure of the Group, the accounting processes and controls, and the industry in which the Group operates.

The Group operates in a significant number of legal entities or "reporting components" globally. We determined the type of work that needed to be performed at reporting components by us, as the group engagement team, or component auditors from other PwC network firms operating under our instruction. Where the work was performed by component auditors, we issued specific instructions to those auditors which included our risk analysis, materiality and global audit approach to centralized processes and systems. We visited all significant reporting components and communicated regularly with all reporting component auditors throughout our audit.

We performed audits of reporting component financial information at each of the nine reporting components which are considered significant based on our overall risk assessment and materiality. We also performed targeted audit procedures at an additional 35 less significant reporting components in order to provide further coverage over the Group's revenue and consolidation process.

None of the remaining reporting components individually contributed greater than 1% of either Group net sales or Group total assets. In addition to the audit work performed on internal controls which operate on a Group-wide basis, we performed analytical procedures over these components, which corroborated our assessment that these components did not present a reasonable risk of material misstatement.

By performing the procedures above at reporting components, combined with additional procedures at the Group level, we have obtained sufficient and appropriate evidence regarding the financial information of the Group as a whole to provide a basis for our opinion on the consolidated financial statements.

Acquisition accounting for Alcatel Lucent

Refer to Note 3, Use of estimates and critical accounting judgments, and Note 5, Acquisitions of the consolidated financial statements Alcatel Lucent SA was acquired on 4 January, 2016 for aggregate purchase consideration of EUR 11.6 billion. Due to the relative size of the acquisition to the Group and the significant management judgements required in accounting for the transaction, we considered this a key audit matter. Those judgements include the identification and valuation of all assets and liabilities acquired. The valuation of certain of the assets involves the use of estimates regarding future cash flows and taxable profits.

A purchase price allocation has been performed by management, assisted by an external expert. The primary element of the valuation exercise assessed the fair value of identifiable intangible assets in the form of customer relationships (EUR 2.9 billion), technologies (EUR 2.2 billion), and other assets (EUR 0.6 billion).

As part of the allocation, management performed a recoverability assessment of Alcatel Lucent's deferred taxes and recognized EUR 2.3 billion of deferred tax assets, with significant remaining unrecognized deferred tax assets. The primary considerations in determining recoverability included Alcatel Lucent's history of tax losses in France and the expiration of tax attributes in the U.S.

The allocation also considered the fair values of property, plant and equipment, current assets and current and non-current liabilities.

Key audit matters

Key audit matters are those matters that, in our professional judgement, were of most significance in our audit of the financial statements of the current period. These matters were addressed in the context of our audit of the financial statements as a whole, and in forming our opinion thereon, and we do not provide a separate opinion on these matters.

As in all of our audits, we also addressed the risk of management override of internal controls, including among other matters consideration of whether there was evidence of bias that represented a risk of material misstatement due to fraud.

Key audit matter in the audit of the Group How our audit addressed the Key audit matter

We obtained an understanding of how management approached the accounting for the acquisition and methods used in making the significant judgements involved.

We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of controls over the acquisition accounting, in particular around management's review of the work of its valuation expert, review of the cash flow forecasts used in the model, and review of the valuation of deferred tax assets.

Our audit work on the valuation of the intangible assets acquired, with the involvement of our valuation specialists, included:

  • Examining the relevant contracts, agreements and board minutes to identify the terms that are relevant to appropriately accounting for the transaction;
  • Evaluating whether the methodology adopted by management and its appointed expert for calculating fair values was appropriate for the judgements required under IFRS;
  • Benchmarking the key market-related valuation assumptions such as the discount rates applicable to the transaction to industry comparatives; and,
  • Validating and challenging key inputs and data used in valuation models such as revenue growth, royalty rates, customer attrition, technology obsolescence, and market participant synergies by reference to historical data and our expectations based on our experience of comparable businesses.

Our audit work on the valuation of deferred tax assets acquired, with the involvement of our tax specialists, included:

  • Validating the completeness and accuracy of tax attributes;
  • Confirming the appropriate application of tax rules related to the acquisition, including the expiry of those attributes; and,
  • Evaluating whether the profit history in each jurisdiction supports the recognition of deferred tax assets.

We tested the valuation of other assets and liabilities, particularly deferred revenue, inventory, and provisions by evaluating the appropriateness of the methodology adopted by management and its expert for calculating the fair value.

Using our knowledge of the industry we assessed the completeness of the identification of the assets acquired and assessed the appropriateness of the assets' useful lives.

Auditor's report continued

Revenue recognition

Refer to Note 3, Use of estimates and critical accounting judgments, and Note 7, Revenue recognition of the consolidated financial statements

Certain revenue contracts in the Networks business and Nokia Technologies involve multiple deliverables or elements; for example, a revenue arrangement may combine the delivery of hardware, software, and rendering of services. Such agreements require management to identify all of the deliverables in the arrangement and record revenue based on the fair value of the deliverables at the appropriate time, generally upon delivery of equipment or acceptance of products and services. These complex contracts give rise to the risk of material misstatement due to the incorrect identification of revenue elements and timing of revenue recognition for each element.

Key audit matter in the audit of the Group How our audit addressed the Key audit matter

Audit procedures were performed over revenue recognition globally, including at each of the 42 revenue-generating reporting components that were in scope for the Group audit.

We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of controls over revenue recognition, with a particular focus on the controls executed globally for the initial identification of multiple elements within revenue contracts and determination of the timing of recognition for each revenue element.

We assessed the Group's revenue recognition accounting policies for compliance with the applicable accounting standards.

We completed detailed testing procedures over revenue arrangements that we selected based on size and complexity to assess the appropriateness of judgements made by management regarding revenue elements and recognition triggers.

We tested a sample of revenue transactions entered into during the year by tracing them to supporting evidence of delivery and acceptance and assessed the revenue recognized in the period by comparing it to the contractual terms.

Accounting for significant income tax transactions

Refer to Note 3, Use of estimates and critical accounting judgments, and Note 12, Income taxes of the consolidated financial statements The Group conducts business in a significant number of jurisdictions and as a result of the acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, the group acquired material tax loss carry forwards and other deferred tax assets and liabilities in a number of entities. The Group continues to integrate the operations of the acquired entities and in doing so made a tax election and inter-company transfer of assets in 2016 which resulted in a tax benefit and additional deferred tax assets of EUR 91 million and EUR 348 million, respectively. The election and transaction give rise to the risk of material misstatement due to the need for management to correctly interpret and apply tax laws in relevant jurisdictions as well as apply supportable business valuation principles.

Fair value of pension and post-retirement plan assets

Refer to Note 3, Use of estimates and critical accounting judgments, and Note 27, Pensions and other post-employment benefits The fair value of the Group's pension and post-retirement plan assets is EUR 27.8 billion, primarily in the United States and including EUR 5.6 billion in unquoted investments for which the valuation requires the use of estimates and significant judgement. A small change in the assumptions used could have a material impact on the consolidated financial statements.

We obtained an understanding of how management approached the accounting for the transactions and methods used in making the significant judgements involved.

We obtained an understanding of management's interpretation and application of tax laws underlying the election and transfer made in the year and assessed management's conclusions with the assistance of tax specialists in the appropriate jurisdictions.

In addition and where applicable, we assessed management's estimates of fair value for the election and transaction with the assistance of valuation and tax specialists. We tested management's future cash flow estimates used to establish the valuation.

We evaluated the design and tested the operating effectiveness of certain controls in respect to the determination and review of the valuation of plan assets.

We tested the existence of a sample of unquoted investments by obtaining confirmations from investment custodians including administrators, investment managers, and trustees. Our audit work on the valuation of these investments, with the involvement of our valuation specialists, included:

  • Assessing the appropriateness of the valuation method, estimates and judgements used by the Group to value these investments;
  • Testing the inputs used in the valuations; and,
  • Confirming the valuation of net asset value of investment funds with the investment custodian.

We have no key audit matters to report with respect to our audit of the parent company financial statements.

Responsibilities of the Board of Directors and management for the financial statements

The Board of Directors and management are responsible for the preparation of consolidated financial statements that give a true and fair view in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as adopted by the EU, and for the preparation of financial statements that give a true and fair view in accordance with the laws and regulations governing the preparation of the financial statements in Finland. The Board of Directors and management are also responsible for such internal control as they determine is necessary to enable the preparation of financial statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.

In preparing the financial statements, the Board of Directors and management are responsible for assessing the parent company's and the Group's ability to continue as a going concern, disclosing, as applicable, matters related to going concern and using the going concern basis of accounting. The financial statements are prepared using the going concern basis of accounting unless there is an intention to liquidate the parent company or the group or cease operations, or there is no realistic alternative but to do so.

Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements

Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor's report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance, but is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with good auditing practice will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. Misstatements can arise from fraud or error and are considered material if, individually or in the aggregate, they could reasonably be expected to influence the economic decisions of users taken on the basis of these financial statements.

As part of an audit in accordance good auditing practice, we exercise professional judgement and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit. We also:

  • Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks, and obtain audit evidence that is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our opinion. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control.
  • Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the parent company's or the group's internal control.

  • Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of accounting estimates and related disclosures made by management.

  • Conclude on the appropriateness of the Board of Directors' and management's use of the going concern basis of accounting and based on the audit evidence obtained, whether a material uncertainty exists related to events or conditions that may cast significant doubt on the parent company's or the group's ability to continue as a going concern. If we conclude that a material uncertainty exists, we are required to draw attention in our auditor's report to the related disclosures in the financial statements or, if such disclosures are inadequate, to modify our opinion. Our conclusions are based on the audit evidence obtained up to the date of our auditor's report. However, future events or conditions may cause the parent company or the group to cease to continue as a going concern.
  • Evaluate the overall presentation, structure and content of the financial statements, including the disclosures, and whether the financial statements represent the underlying transactions and events in a manner that achieves fair presentation.
  • Obtain sufficient appropriate audit evidence regarding the financial information of the entities or business activities within the group to express an opinion on the consolidated financial statements. We are responsible for the direction, supervision and performance of the group audit. We remain solely responsible for our audit opinion.

We communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit and significant audit findings, including any significant deficiencies in internal control that we identify during our audit.

We also provide those charged with governance with a statement that we have complied with relevant ethical requirements regarding independence, and to communicate with them all relationships and other matters that may reasonably be thought to bear on our independence, and where applicable, related safeguards.

From the matters communicated with those charged with governance, we determine those matters that were of most significance in the audit of the financial statements of the current period and are therefore the key audit matters. We describe these matters in our auditor's report unless law or regulation precludes public disclosure about the matter or when, in extremely rare circumstances, we determine that a matter should not be communicated in our report because the adverse consequences of doing so would reasonably be expected to outweigh the public interest benefits of such communication.

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The Board of Directors and management are responsible for the other information. The other information comprises information included in the report of the Board of Directors and in the annual report, but does not include the financial statements and our auditor's report thereon. We obtained the report of the Board of Directors prior to the date of this auditor's report and the Annual report was made available to us on the date of this auditor's report.

Our opinion on the financial statements does not cover the other information.

In connection with our audit of the financial statements, our responsibility is to read the other information identified above and, in doing so, consider whether the other information is materially inconsistent with the financial statements or our knowledge obtained in the audit, or otherwise appears to be materially misstated. With respect to the report of the Board of Directors our responsibility also includes considering whether the report of Board of Directors has been prepared in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.

In our opinion,

  • The information in the report of the Board of Directors is consistent with the information in the financial statements; and,
  • The report of the Board of Directors has been prepared in accordance with the applicable legal requirements.

If, based on the work we have performed, we conclude that there is a material misstatement of the other information, we are required to report that fact. We have nothing to report in this regard.

Other Opinions

We support that the financial statements and the consolidated financial statements should be adopted. The proposal by the Board of Directors regarding the use of profit shown in the balance sheet is in compliance with the Limited Liability Companies Act. We support that the Members of the Board of Directors and management should be discharged from liability for the financial period audited by us.

Espoo March 23, 2017

PricewaterhouseCoopers Oy Authorised Public Accountants

Heikki Lassila Authorised Public Accountant

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Contents

Forward-looking statements 218
Glossary of terms 220
Investor information 223
Contact information 224

Forward-looking statements

It should be noted that Nokia and its businesses are exposed to various risks and uncertainties and certain statements herein that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, those regarding:

  • A) our ability to integrate Alcatel Lucent into our operations and achieve the targeted business plans and benefits, including targeted synergies in relation to the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent;
  • B) expectations, plans or benefits related to our strategies and growth management;
  • C) expectations, plans or benefits related to future performance of our businesses;
  • D) expectations, plans or benefits related to changes in organizational and operational structure;
  • E) expectations regarding market developments, general economic conditions and structural changes;
  • F) expectations and targets regarding financial performance, results, operating expenses, taxes, currency exchange rates, hedging, cost savings and competitiveness, as well as results of operations including targeted synergies and those related to market share, prices, net sales, income and margins;
  • G) timing of the deliveries of our products and services;
  • H) expectations and targets regarding collaboration and partnering arrangements, joint ventures or the creation of joint ventures, as well as our expected customer reach;
  • I) outcome of pending and threatened litigation, arbitration, disputes, regulatory proceedings or investigations by authorities;
  • J) expectations regarding restructurings, investments, uses of proceeds from transactions, acquisitions and divestments and our ability to achieve the financial and operational targets set in connection with any such restructurings, investments, divestments and acquisitions; and
  • K) statements preceded by or including "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "foresee," "sees," "target," "estimate," "designed," "aim," "plans," "intends," "focus," "continue," "project," "should," "will" or similar expressions.

These statements are based on management's best assumptions and beliefs in light of the information currently available to it. Because they involve risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from the results that we currently expect. Factors, including risks and uncertainties that could cause these differences include, but are not limited to:

  • 1) our ability to execute our strategy, sustain or improve the operational and financial performance of our business and correctly identify and successfully pursue business opportunities or growth;
  • 2) our ability to achieve the anticipated benefits, synergies, cost savings and efficiencies of the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, and our ability to implement our organizational and operational structure efficiently;
  • 3) general economic and market conditions and other developments in the economies where we operate;
  • 4) competition and our ability to effectively and profitably compete and invest in new competitive high-quality products, services, upgrades and technologies and bring them to market in a timely manner;
  • 5) our dependence on the development of the industries in which we operate, including the cyclicality and variability of the information technology and telecommunications industries;
  • 6) our global business and exposure to regulatory, political or other developments in various countries or regions, including emerging markets and the associated risks in relation to tax matters and exchange controls, among others;
  • 7) our ability to manage and improve our financial and operating performance, cost savings, competitiveness and synergies after the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent;
  • 8) our dependence on a limited number of customers and large multi-year agreements;
  • 9) exchange rate fluctuations, as well as hedging activities;
  • 10) Nokia Technologies' ability to protect its IPR and to maintain and establish new sources of patent licensing income and IPR-related revenues, particularly in the smartphone market;
  • 11) our dependence on IPR technologies, including those that we have developed and those that are licensed to us, and the risk of associated IPR-related legal claims, licensing costs and restrictions on use;
  • 12) our exposure to direct and indirect regulation, including economic or trade policies, and the reliability of our governance, internal controls and compliance processes to prevent regulatory penalties in our business or in our joint ventures;
  • 13) our ability to identify and remediate material weaknesses in our internal control over financial reporting;
  • 14) our reliance on third-party solutions for data storage and service distribution, which expose us to risks relating to security, regulation and cybersecurity breaches;
  • 15) inefficiencies, breaches, malfunctions or disruptions of information technology systems;

  • 16) Nokia Technologies' ability to generate net sales and profitability through licensing of the Nokia brand, particularly in digital media and digital health, and the development and sales of products and services, as well as other business ventures which may not materialize as planned;

  • 17) our exposure to various legislative frameworks and jurisdictions that regulate fraud and enforce economic trade sanctions and policies, and the possibility of proceedings or investigations that result in fines, penalties or sanctions;
  • 18) adverse developments with respect to customer financing or extended payment terms we provide to customers;
  • 19) the potential complex tax issues, tax disputes and tax obligations we may face in various jurisdictions, including the risk of obligations to pay additional taxes;
  • 20) our actual or anticipated performance, among other factors, which could reduce our ability to utilize deferred tax assets;
  • 21) our ability to retain, motivate, develop and recruit appropriately skilled employees;
  • 22) disruptions to our manufacturing, service creation, delivery, logistics and supply chain processes, and the risks related to our geographically-concentrated production sites;
  • 23) the impact of litigation, arbitration, agreement-related disputes or product liability allegations associated with our business;
  • 24) our ability to optimize our capital structure as planned and re-establish our investment grade credit rating or otherwise improve our credit ratings;
  • 25) our ability to achieve targeted benefits from or successfully implement planned transactions, as well as the liabilities related thereto;
  • 26) our involvement in joint ventures and jointly-managed companies;
  • 27) the carrying amount of our goodwill may not be recoverable;
  • 28) uncertainty related to the amount of dividends and equity return we are able to distribute to shareholders for each financial period;
  • 29) pension costs, employee fund-related costs, and healthcare costs; and
  • 30) risks related to undersea infrastructure, as well as in Nokia's other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Other unknown or unpredictable factors or underlying assumptions subsequently proven to be incorrect could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. We do not undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent legally required.

Introduction and use of certain terms

Nokia Corporation is a public limited liability company incorporated under the laws of the Republic of Finland. In this annual report, any reference to "we," "us," "the Group," "the company" or "Nokia" means Nokia Corporation and its consolidated subsidiaries and generally to Nokia's Continuing operations, except where we separately specify that the term means Nokia Corporation or a particular subsidiary or business segment only or our Discontinued operations. References to "our shares", matters relating to our shares or matters of corporate governance refer to the shares and corporate governance of Nokia Corporation.

Nokia Corporation has published its consolidated financial statements in euro for periods beginning on or after January 1, 1999. In this annual report, references to "EUR," "euro" or "€" are to the common currency of the European Economic and Monetary Union, and references to "dollars", "U.S. dollars", "USD" or "\$" are to the currency of the United States.

Glossary of terms

3G (Third Generation Mobile Communications): The third generation of mobile communications standards designed for carrying both voice and data generally using WCDMA or close variants.

4G (Fourth Generation Mobile Communications): The fourth generation of mobile communications standards based on LTE, offering IP data connections only and providing true broadband internet access for mobile devices. Refer also to LTE.

4.5G Pro: Our next step in a technology path that will optimize the journey to 5G. Powered by the 5G-ready AirScale, 4.5G Pro delivers ten times the speeds of initial 4G networks, enabling operators to offer gigabit peak data rates to meet growing demands from the programmable world. Using extended carrier aggregation techniques across up to five frequency bands, operators will be able to leverage their diverse paired (FDD) and unpaired (TDD) licensed spectrum as well as unlicensed spectrum.

4.9G: Our evolutionary step to enable future service continuity with 5G network fabric. Expected by the end of 2017, 4.9G will provide significant increases in capacity and several gigabits of speed-per-second on the path to 5G. This will include allowing additional numbers of carriers to be aggregated, opening the door to additional licensed and unlicensed spectrum, and advancing the radio systems to allow highly directional antennas to be used and to allow signals sent via multiple transmit/receive paths to be added together.

5G (Fifth Generation Mobile Communications): The next major phase of mobile telecommunications standards. 5G will be the set of technical components and systems needed to handle new requirements and overcome the limits of current systems.

Access network: A telecommunications network between a local exchange and the subscriber station.

ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line): A data communications technology that enables faster data transmission over copper telephone lines than a conventional modem can provide; the technology that introduced broadband to the masses.

Airframe: Our 5G-ready, end-to-end data center solution that combines the benefits of Cloud computing technologies with the requirements of the core and radio telecommunications world. It is available in Rackmount and Open Compute Project (OCP) form factors. This enables the solution to be very scalable: from small distributed latency-optimized data centers, all the way to massive centralized hyper scale data center deployment.

AirScale Radio Access: A 5G-ready complete radio access generation that helps operators address the increasing demands of today and tomorrow. The solution comprises: Nokia AirScale Base Station with multiband RF elements and system modules; Nokia AirScale Active Antennas; Cloud RAN with Nokia AirScale Cloud Base Station Server and the Cloud-based AirScale RNC for 3G; Nokia AirScale Wi-Fi; common software; and services which use intelligent analytics and extreme automation to maximize the performance of hybrid networks.

Alcatel Lucent SA: Alcatel Lucent, a subsidiary of Nokia Corporation.

API (Application Programming Interface): A set of routines, protocols, and tools for building software applications, specifying how software components should interact.

Applications & Analytics: Our business group offering carrier-grade software applications and platforms to provide operations and business support systems, build, deliver, and optimize services, enable their monetization, and to improve customer experience.

Bandwidth: The width of a communication channel, which affects transmission speeds over that channel.

Base station: A network element in a mobile network responsible for radio transmission and reception to or from the mobile station.

Broadband: The delivery of higher bandwidth by using transmission channels capable of supporting data rates greater than the primary rate of 9.6 Kbps.

CDMA (Code Division Multiple Access): A technique in which radio transmissions using the same frequency band are coded in a way that a signal from a certain transmitter can be received only by certain receivers.

Churn: Churn rate is a measure of the number of customers or subscribers who leave their service provider, e.g. a mobile operator, during a given time period.

Cloud: Cloud computing is a model for enabling ubiquitous, convenient, on-demand network access to a shared pool of configurable computing resources (e.g., networks, servers, storage, applications and services) that can be rapidly provisioned and released with minimal management effort.

CloudBand: Our Cloud management and orchestration solutions enabling a unified Cloud engine and platform for NFV.

Cloud Native Core: Optimizes Cloud core applications and architecture to support massive IoT, mobile broadband and the 5G programmable world.

Continuing operations: Refers to the Continuing operations following the Acquisition of Alcatel Lucent, the Sale of the HERE Business in 2015 and the Sale of the D&S Business in 2014. Our Continuing operations in 2016 included two businesses: our Networks business and Nokia Technologies.

Converged Core: A business unit of our Mobile Networks business group providing solutions for the core network of the future.

Convergence: The coming together of two or more disparate disciplines or technologies. Convergence types are, for example, IP convergence, fixed-mobile convergence and device convergence.

Core network: A combination of exchanges and the basic transmission equipment that together form the basis for network services.

CSPs: Communication service providers.

Customer Experience Management: Software suite used to manage and improve the customer experience, based on customer, device and network insights.

Devices & Services: Our former mobile device business, substantially all of which was sold to Microsoft.

Digital: A signaling technique in which a signal is encoded into digits for transmission.

Discontinued operations: Mainly refers to the divestment of our HERE business to an automotive consortium and the sale of substantially all of our Devices & Services business to Microsoft.

Ecosystem: An industry term to describe the increasingly large communities of mutually beneficial partnerships that participants such as hardware manufacturers, software providers, developers, publishers, entertainment providers, advertisers and ecommerce specialists form in order to bring their offerings to market. At the heart of the major ecosystems in the mobile devices and related services industry is the operating system and the development platform upon which services are built.

Engine: Hardware and software that perform essential core functions for telecommunication or application tasks.

ETSI (European Telecommunications Standards Institute):

Standards produced by the ETSI contain technical specifications laying down the characteristics required for a telecommunications product.

FD-LTE (Frequency Division Long-Term Evolution) also known as FDD (Frequency Division Duplex): A standard for LTE mobile broadband networks. Frequency Division means that separate, parallel connections are used to carry data from the base station to the mobile device ("downlink") and from the mobile device to the base station ("uplink").

Fixed Networks: Our Fixed Networks business group provides copper and fiber access products, solutions, and services.

Future X: A network architecture—a massively distributed, cognitive, continuously adaptive, learning and optimizing network connecting humans, senses, things, systems, infrastructure, processes.

G.fast: A fixed broadband technology able to deliver up to 1Gbps over very short distances (for example, for in-building use, also called "Fiber-to-the-Building"). Launched in 2014, G.fast uses more frequencies and G.fast Vectoring techniques to achieve higher speeds.

Global Delivery Center: A remote service delivery center with a pool of services experts, automated tools and standardized processes to ensure that services across the entire network life cycle are delivered to operators globally.

Global Services: A business unit within the Networks business, Global Services provides mobile operators with a broad range of services, including professional services, network implementation and customer care services.

GPON (Gigabit Passive Optical Networking): A fiber access technology that delivers 2.5Gbps over a single optical fiber to multiple end points including residential and enterprise sites.

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications): A digital system for mobile communications that is based on a widely-accepted standard and typically operates in the 900 MHz, 1800 MHz and 1900 MHz frequency bands.

HERE: A former Nokia company focused on mapping and location intelligence services, which was divested to an automotive consortium in 2015.

IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards): International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board and in conformity with IFRS as adopted by the European Union.

Implementation patents: Implementation patents include technologies used to implement functionalities in products or services which are not covered by commitments to standards-setting organizations, so they typically offer product differentiation by giving competitive advantage, such as increased performance, smaller size or improved battery life, and the patent owner has no obligation to license them to others.

Internet of Things (IoT): All things such as cars, the clothes we wear, household appliances and machines in factories connected to the Internet and able to automatically learn and organize themselves.

Industrial design: Design process applied for products that will be manufactured at mass scale.

Internet Protocol: A network layer protocol that offers a connectionless internet work service and forms part of the TCP/IP protocol.

IP (Intellectual Property): Intellectual property results from original creative thought, covering items such as patents, copyright material and trademarks, as well as business models and plans.

IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS): Architectural framework designed to deliver IP-based multimedia services on telecommunications networks; standardized by 3GPP.

IPR (Intellectual Property Right): Legal right protecting the economic exploitation of intellectual property, a generic term used to describe products of human intellect, for example patents, that have an economic value.

IPR licensing: Generally refers to an agreement or an arrangement where a company allows another company to use its intellectual property (such as patents, trademarks or copyrights) under certain terms.

IP/Optical Networks: Our IP/Optical Networks business group provides the key IP routing and optical transport systems, software and services to build high capacity network infrastructure for the internet and global connectivity.

LTE (Long-Term Evolution): 3GPP radio technology evolution architecture and a standard for wireless communication of high-speed data. Also referred to as 4G, refer to 4G above.

LTE-M: An IoT radio technology addressing demanding IoT applications needs with low to mid-volume data use of up to about 1Mbps. The technology also simplifies modems by about 80%.

Mobile broadband: Refers to high-speed wireless internet connections and services designed to be used from arbitrary locations.

Mobile Broadband: A segment within Nokia Networks in 2015. Mobile Broadband provided mobile operators with radio and core network software together with the hardware needed to deliver mobile voice and data services.

Mobile Networks: Our Mobile Networks business group offers an industry-leading portfolio of end-to-end mobile networking solutions comprising hardware, software, and services for telecommunications operators, enterprises, and related markets/verticals such as public safety and IoT.

Networks business: Comprised the Mobile Networks, Fixed Networks, Applications & Analytics, and IP/Optical Networks business groups in 2016.

NFC (Near Field Communication): A short-range wireless technology that enables people to connect one NFC-enabled device with another, or to read an NFC tag. By bringing one NFC-enabled mobile device close to another NFC device, or to an NFC tag, people can easily share content, access information and services, or pay for goods.

NFV (Network Functions Virtualization): Principle of separating network functions from the hardware they run on by using virtual hardware abstraction.

Nokia Bell Labs: Our research arm discovering and developing the technological shifts needed for the next phase of human existence as well as exploring and solving complex problems to radically redefine networks.

Nokia Networks: Our former business focused on mobile network infrastructure software, hardware and services.

Nokia Technologies: Our business focused on advanced technology development and licensing.

NSN (Nokia Solutions and Networks): The former name of our Networks business. From 2007, NSN was known as Nokia Siemens Networks until we acquired Siemens' 50% stake in the joint venture in 2013.

Nuage Networks: A wholly owned subsidiary of Alcatel Lucent, delivers a SDN solution to eliminate key data center network constraints that hinder Cloud services adoption.

Glossary of terms continued

Operating system (OS): Software that controls the basic operation of a computer or a mobile device, such as managing the processor and memory. The term is also often used to refer more generally to the software within a device, including, for instance, the user interface.

OZO: Our professional Virtual Reality camera, crafted by Nokia Technologies.

OZO Live: Software product, running on reference hardware, that enables real-time 3D 360 stitching for VR broadcasting at scale.

Packet: Part of a message transmitted over a packet switched network.

Picocell: A small cellular base station typically covering a small area typically up to 200 meters wide. Typically used to extend coverage to indoor areas or to add network capacity in areas with very dense phone usage, such as train stations.

Platform: Software platform is a term used to refer to an operating system or programming environment, or a combination of the two.

PON (Passive Optical Networking): A fiber access architecture in which unpowered Fiber Optic Splitters are used to enable a single optical fiber to serve multiple end-points without having to provide individual fibers between the hub and customer.

Programmable World: A world where connectivity will expand massively, linking people as well as billions of physical objects—from cars, home appliances and smartphones, to wearables, industrial equipment and health monitors. What distinguishes the Programmable World from the Internet of Things is the intelligence that is added to data to allow people to interpret and use it, rather than just capture it.

RAN (Radio Access Network): A mobile telecommunications system consisting of radio base stations and transmission equipment.

SDN (Software Defined Networking): An approach to computer networking that decouples the network control and forwarding functions enabling the network control to become programmable and the underlying hardware to be abstracted.

SEPs (Standard-Essential Patents): Generally, patents needed to produce products which work on a standard, which companies declare as essential and agree to license on fair, reasonable and non-discriminatory (FRAND) terms.

Service Delivery Hub: Smaller service delivery centers, typically focused on specific technology or language.

Shared Data Layer (SDL): A highly reliable, scalable and readily-available data store in the Cloud. Moving subscribers and session data to SDL and using this shared data in an open ecosystem enable rapid innovations of services and faster revenue growth due to better insight into subscriber behavior.

Single RAN: Single RAN allows different radio technologies to be provided at the same time from a single base station, using a multi-purpose platform.

Small cells: Low-powered radio access nodes (micro cells or picocells) that are a vital element in handling very dense data traffic demands. 3G and LTE small cells use spectrum licensed by the operator; WiFi uses unlicensed spectrum which is therefore not under the operator's exclusive control.

SON (Self-Organizing Network): An automation technology designed to make the planning, configuration, management, optimization and healing of mobile radio access networks simpler and faster.

TD-LTE (Time Division Long-Term Evolution, also known as TDD (Time Division Duplex)): An alternative standard for LTE mobile broadband networks. Time Division means that a single connection is used alternately to carry data from the base station to the mobile device ("downlink") and then from the mobile device to the base station ("uplink").

Technology licensing: Generally refers to an agreement or arrangement where under certain terms a company provides another company with its technology and possibly know-how, whether protected by intellectual property or not, for use in products or services offered by the other company.

Telco Cloud: Applying Cloud computing, SDN and NFV principles in telecommunications environment, e.g. separating application software from underlying hardware with automated, programmable interfaces while still retaining telecommunications requirements such as high availability and low latency.

Transmission: The action of conveying signals from one point to one or more other points.

TWDM-PON (Time Wavelength Division Multiplexing Passive Optical Network): The latest generation fiber access technology, which uses multiple wavelengths to deliver up to 40Gbps total capacity to homes, businesses, and base stations. Also known as NG-PON2.

TXLEs (Technical extra-large enterprises): Technically sophisticated companies, such as banks, that invest heavily in their own network infrastructures to gain a key competitive advantage.

VDSL2 (Very High Bit Rate Digital Subscriber Line 2): A fixed broadband technology, the successor of ADSL. Launched in 2007, it typically delivers a 30Mbps broadband service from a street cabinet (also called a "Fiber-to-the-Node" deployment) over existing telephone lines.

VDSL2 Vectoring: A fixed broadband technology launched in 2011, able to deliver up to 100Mbps over a VDSL2 line by applying noise cancellation techniques to remove cross-talk between neighboring VDSL2 lines.

Virtual Reality (VR): The simulation of a three-dimensional image or environment that can be interacted with in a seemingly real or physical way by a person using special electronic equipment, such as a helmet with a screen inside or gloves fitted with sensors.

VoLTE (Voice over LTE): Required to offer voice services on an all-IP LTE network and generally provided using IP Multimedia Subsystem.

Vplus: A fixed broadband technology, between VDSL2 Vectoring and G.fast in terms of bandwidth and distances, typically used in FTTN (ode) deployments. Launched in 2015, it delivers up to 300Mbps and has been standardized as VDSL2 35b.

WAN (Wide Area Networking): A geographically distributed private telecommunications network that interconnects multiple local area networks.

WCDMA (Wideband Code Division Multiple Access): A third-generation mobile wireless technology that offers high data speeds to mobile and portable wireless devices.

Webscales: Companies—such as Google, Microsoft, and Alibaba—which are investing in Cloud technology and network infrastructure on an increasing scale to fulfill their needs for massive, mission-critical networks.

WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network): A local area network using wireless connections, such as radio, microwave or infrared links, in place of physical cables.

XG-FAST: A Nokia Bell Labs extension of G.fast technology, using even higher frequencies. Capable of delivering over 10Gbps, over 2 bonded telephone lines, over very short distances.

Investor information

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Annual General Meeting

Date: May 23, 2017 Place: Helsinki, Finland

Dividend

The Board proposes to the Annual General Meeting a dividend of EUR 0.17 per share for the year 2016.

Financial reporting

Our interim reports in 2017 are planned to be published on April 27, 2017, July 27, 2017 and October 26, 2017. The full-year 2017 results are planned to be published in February 2018.

Information published in 2016

All our global press releases and statements published in 2016 are available on the internet at www.nokia.com/en_int/news/releases.

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