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Securitas AB Q1 2025 Interim Report

On May 8, 2025, Securitas AB unveiled its results for the first quarter of 2025, reflecting a robust beginning to the year with total sales reaching MSEK 39,606, an increase from MSEK 39,260 the previous year. The report indicates an organic sales growth of 3%, alongside a noteworthy 5% real sales growth in technology and solutions, showcasing the company's strategic shift toward high-margin services.

Financial Highlights

• - Total Sales: MSEK 39,606 (up from MSEK 39,260)
• - Organic Sales Growth: 3% (compared to 7% in the previous year)
• - Real Sales Growth in Tech & Solutions: 5% (also compared to 7% last year)
• - Operating Income Before Amortization: MSEK 2,525 (up from MSEK 2,357)
• - Operating Margin: 6.4% (improved from 6.0%)
• - Earnings Per Share: SEK 2.29 (up from SEK 1.84)
• - Net Debt/EBITDA Ratio: 2.5 (down from 2.9)
• - Cash Flow from Operating Activities: 1% (compared to –15% last year)

President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist expressed satisfaction with the positive momentum, highlighting improvements across all segments, particularly in security services and technology solutions, which contributed to the rise in operating margins. He attributes these results to Securitas’ long-term partnership approach and deep security expertise, which positioned the company favorably amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and global uncertainties.

Strategic Focus and Future Outlook

Securitas is committed to evolving its service offerings to better meet client needs in a complex risk environment. Ahlqvist noted that the company's focus on portfolio management in the security services sector has significantly enhanced profitability. In North America, efforts have been made to transition away from low-margin contracts, aligning the company towards sustainable growth. Looking ahead, Securitas plans to tackle underperforming contracts in Europe and Ibero-America, striving for long-term profitability enhancements.

The company has initiated a business optimization program targeted at generating MSEK 200 in annual savings by the end of 2025. Additionally, a strategic review of the Securitas Critical Infrastructure Services (SCIS) unit is underway, indicating ongoing evaluations of business mix and presence aimed at strengthening long-term competitiveness and performance.

Significantly, Securitas has successfully divested its airport security business in France, allowing a sharper focus on more profitable areas of its portfolio.

Commitment to Shareholder Value

The Q1 results correspond to a 16% increase in earnings per share, aligning with the company's goal of reaching an operating margin of 8% by the end of 2025. With a determined focus on shareholder value, Securitas continues to adapt and transform, utilizing technological advancements and an innovative approach to reshape the security landscape.

For further details, stakeholders and media representatives were invited to participate in a conference call on the same day, where the CEO and CFO discussed the results and answered queries.

Securitas AB remains a frontrunner in safety and security solutions, boasting approximately 336,000 employees across 44 markets. The company’s long-standing experience positions it uniquely to leverage technology in partnership with clients, reflective of its commitment to creating sustainable value by prioritizing the protection of what matters most: safety and asset integrity.

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