AAK

July 19, 2022

AAK’s Interim report for the second quarter 2022 – strong quarter despite high volatility and a demanding macro-economic climate

AAK Group · Total volumes increased by 1 percent, to 554,000 MT (550,000). · Operating profit, excluding items affecting comparability (adjusted operating profit), but including a positive currency translation impact of SEK 84 million, increased by 15 percent, reaching SEK 624 million (541). At fixed foreign exchange rates, operating profit was flat. · AAK reported an item affecting comparability (IAC), a cost of SEK 350 million, related to the decision to exit the Russian market. · Profit for the period amounted to SEK 160 million (103). Excluding IAC, profit for the period

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ASSA ABLOY acquires PACLOCK in the US

Assa Abloy
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2026
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ASSA ABLOY has acquired Pacific Lock Company (“PACLOCK”), a US padlock and security hardware manufacturer. "I am very pleased to welcome PACLOCK to ASSA ABLOY. This acquisition delivers on our strategy to strengthen our position in mature markets through adding complementary products and solutions to our core business,” says Nico Delvaux, President and CEO of ASSA ABLOY. "PACLOCK is recognized for delivering high-quality security products that combine reliability, durability, and innovation, backed by US-based manufacturing and exceptional customer service," says Lucas Boselli,
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Hexagon completes acquisition of ZG Technology

Hexagon
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2026
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Hexagon has acquired the remaining 49 per cent of Wuhan ZG Automation Technology Co., Ltd ("ZG Technology"), bringing its ownership of the Wuhan-based 3D scanning specialist to 100 per cent. Hexagon acquired a 51 per cent majority stake in August 2021 and has consolidated ZG within its Manufacturing Intelligence Business Area since that time. Founded in 2014 and built on the photogrammetry and remote sensing disciplines of Wuhan University, ZG develops handheld 3D scanning technology, with a portfolio developed in-house and supported by its own software copyrights and patents. Its scanners
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Securitas AB upgraded to ‘BBB+’ by Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings

Securitas
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2026
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Securitas AB was today upgraded to ‘BBB+’ with stable outlook. Based on lower leverage, strong performance and revised financial targets, S&P’s Global Ratings has upgraded its long-term credit rating on Securitas to ‘BBB+’ from ‘BBB’. The outlook is stable. Further information: Investors: Micaela Sjökvist, VP IR; +46 76 1167443, micaela.sjokvist@securitas.com
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