Byggmax Group

Byggmax reported a Q2 sales increase of 2.9% to SEK 2.26bn, slightly beating analysts’ estimates. Like‑for‑like sales grew 1.4%, operating profit was SEK 267m and net profit rose year‑on‑year. The company cites a high gross margin, strict cost control and strong operational execution as drivers of improved profitability and declines to give specific quarterly or full‑year forecasts. » Altro su de.investing.com

Byggmax reports net sales of SEK 880m for Q1 2026, missing analyst expectations; EBIT declined slightly to -127m SEK and the EBITA margin was -14%. On a rolling 12-month basis the EBITA margin improved to 5.7% and operating cash flow rose to SEK 815m. Net debt fell by SEK 254m to SEK 510m, bringing the net debt/EBITDA ratio down from 1.8x to 1.1x and materially increasing financial flexibility. Management highlights operational efficiency, customer initiatives and a focus on the peak season as means to return to profitable growth. » Altro su de.investing.com

Byggmax reported a 5.3% decline in Q1 revenue to SEK 888m, missing analysts' expectation of SEK 947m, after which the share price fell by around 2.5%. The EBITDA margin improved to 5.7% (prior year 4.5%), the company reduced net debt to SEK 510m and shows strong cash flow. Revenue was weighed down by seasonal effects and poor weather; management continues to focus on purchasing optimization, digital measures and assortment expansion to strengthen margins. » Altro su de.investing.com