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Electrolux Group's Financial Report for Q2 2025

On July 18, 2025, Electrolux Group unveiled its second-quarter financial report, revealing noteworthy developments and performance despite facing market uncertainties around the globe. The highlights include a net sales figure of SEK 31,276 million, marking a slight decline from SEK 33,819 million, yet showcasing an organic sales growth of 1.8%. This growth is primarily attributed to increases in North America and Latin America, partially offset by small downturns in other regions including Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East.

In terms of operating income, Electrolux reported a significant rise to SEK 797 million, compared to SEK 419 million from the previous year, resulting in an operating margin of 2.5%. This boost can be majorly credited to the improvements observed in North America, where the company not only enhanced its operating margin but also reported a favorable operating outcome for this quarter. Significantly, the operating income benefited from the divestiture of the Kelvinator trademark portfolio in India, contributing SEK 180 million to the quarter’s figures.

With an income for the quarter amounting to SEK 178 million, a significant recovery from the previous year's loss of SEK 80 million, Electrolux saw its earnings per share increase to SEK 0.66. While the quarterly results exhibit positive trends, operational cash flow took a hit, showing SEK -741 million compared to a positive SEK 1,226 million previously. This decline was influenced by surging working capital requirements and payments related to an earlier communicated antitrust fine in France.

Electrolux's President and CEO, Yannick Fierling, shared insights on the group's performance, highlighting the company’s outperformance in the North American market amidst challenging conditions. The modest growth in organic sales represents a steadfast direction for the company, with various consumer-oriented strategies leading to enhanced demand dynamics particularly in North America and Latin America. However, the European market has seen pressures from a competitive market landscape, resulting in a slight decline in organic sales.

Fierling noted the ongoing competition and price pressures, especially in Europe, due to deteriorating demand and shifting consumer preferences towards lower-priced options. He acknowledged the geopolitical tensions influencing consumer behavior, yet remains optimistic about a slight uptick in consumer demand in Latin America, albeit muted by Brazil's challenging economic climate.

The report outlines how Electrolux's operating margins benefited from price adjustments to counteract escalated costs stemming from newly implemented tariffs in the U.S. Notably, the Latin American division maintained an operating margin surpassing the group’s medium-term target, providing a robust buffer against the company’s overall performance.

As Electrolux navigates through these fluctuating market conditions, the management’s focus remains on maintaining a consumer-centric approach alongside a drive towards efficient operations. The company aims to eradicate the impact of tariff-related costs through strategic price modifications while simultaneously emphasizing speed, agility, and consumer engagement in its future iterations of product development. The launch of innovative products like the new Frigidaire ovens equipped with a unique stone-baked pizza mode exemplifies the company's commitment to innovation and consumer satisfaction.

Looking forward, the management expresses a commitment to uphold its market strategies amidst unpredictable market climates. The second quarter results are a testament to Electrolux's adaptability and proactive measures taken in the face of economic uncertainties. Investors and stakeholders are invited to participate in a live webcast and conference call for further discussions on the findings, demonstrating the group's transparency and commitment to stakeholder engagement.

For continuous updates regarding Electrolux's financial performance and new product launches, stakeholders can access the full report through the company's investor relations page, reinforcing the importance of transparent communication as Electrolux continues its path forward in the global market landscape.