Annual Report 2006
Annual Report 2006 in brief
• Sales increased to SEK 31,137 M (27,802), with 9 percent organic growth.
• Operating income (EBIT) excluding restructuring costs amounted to SEK 4,771 M (4,078), an increase of 17 percent.
• Earnings per share excluding restructuring costs amounted to SEK 7.99 (6.97).
• Operating cash flow amounted to SEK 3,528 M (3,702).
• A three-year restructuring program to realize synergies in the Group’s production was initiated during the year. Savings are expected to amount to SEK 600 M a year from 2009.
• The pace of acquisition increased this year. Acquisitions included Fargo Electronics, which is a world leader in the fast-growing segment of secure issuance of cards.
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