After 38 minutes of trading, the OMXS30 index was up 1.88% to 2,320.48. Throughout the day, the index fluctuated within a range of 1.29% at its lowest and 2.05% at its highest.
The broader OMXSPI was up 1.80%.
Stock | Price Change | Comment
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Readly | 82.8% | Bonnier News puts forward a new bid of 27.5 kronor per share. Readly presented Q1 2025 figures showing higher adjusted EBITDA.
Indutrade | 2.8% | SEB raises to buy.
Handelsbanken | 2.2% | SEB raises to buy.
Volvo | 1.9% | Volvo Trucks expands in Australia through acquisition, Di sees buying opportunity in the stock.
Duni | 1.8% | Kepler Cheuvreux initiates with a buy rating and a target price of 115 kronor.
Corem | 1.5% | Management result rose 3.3% to 222 million kronor.
Epiroc | 1.5% | Affärsvärlden sees buying opportunity.
Castellum | 0.3% | Arctic raises to buy.
TF Bank | -0.1% | Operating profit was nearly 4% higher than consensus at 187.9 million kronor.
Fabege | -2.4% | Management result was nearly 15% lower than consensus at 286 million kronor.
Q-Linea | -9.6% | Showed higher revenues and decreased operating loss.
The Swedish stock market has been experiencing notable movements in various companies, with some seeing significant gains and others facing challenges. One of the standout performers of the day was Readly, with a staggering 82.8% increase in its stock price following Bonnier News’ revised bid of 27.5 kronor per share. The company also presented strong financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showcasing higher adjusted EBITDA figures.
Indutrade and Handelsbanken also saw positive movements, with SEB upgrading both stocks to a buy rating. Indutrade’s stock price rose by 2.8%, reflecting investor confidence in the company’s growth prospects. Handelsbanken, on the other hand, experienced a 2.2% increase as SEB’s endorsement boosted investor sentiment.
Volvo, a prominent player in the automotive industry, made headlines with its expansion into the Australian market through strategic acquisitions by Volvo Trucks. This move was well-received by investors, with Di highlighting a buying opportunity in the company’s stock. Volvo’s stock price rose by 1.9%, indicating a positive market sentiment towards the company’s growth strategy.
Duni, a leading provider of sustainable packaging solutions, received a buy rating from Kepler Cheuvreux, with a target price of 115 kronor. This endorsement propelled the stock price up by 1.8%, reflecting investor optimism in Duni’s future performance.
Corem, a real estate company, reported a 3.3% increase in management results, reaching 222 million kronor. This positive financial performance contributed to a 1.5% increase in the company’s stock price, signaling investor confidence in Corem’s operational efficiency.
Epiroc, a leading mining equipment manufacturer, was identified as a buying opportunity by Affärsvärlden, leading to a 1.5% increase in its stock price. The endorsement from the renowned financial publication underscored Epiroc’s strong market position and growth potential.
Castellum, a prominent real estate company, received a buy rating from Arctic, leading to a modest 0.3% increase in its stock price. The endorsement highlighted Castellum’s resilience in the face of market challenges and its strong growth prospects.
TF Bank, a financial services provider, experienced a slight decrease of 0.1% in its stock price despite reporting an operating profit that exceeded market expectations. The company’s solid financial performance was overshadowed by broader market trends, leading to a marginal decline in its stock value.
Fabege, a real estate company specializing in commercial properties, faced a 2.4% decrease in its stock price as its management results fell short of consensus estimates. The company’s underperformance highlighted challenges in the commercial real estate sector, impacting investor confidence in Fabege’s future prospects.
Q-Linea, a biotechnology company focusing on innovative diagnostic solutions, saw a significant decline of 9.6% in its stock price despite reporting higher revenues and reduced operating losses. The market reaction to Q-Linea’s financial results reflected investor concerns about the company’s long-term growth trajectory.
Overall, the Swedish stock market exhibited a mix of positive and negative movements, with various companies experiencing notable changes in their stock prices. Investor sentiment was influenced by a range of factors, including financial performance, strategic developments, and market dynamics, shaping the day’s trading activity and highlighting the diverse opportunities and challenges present in the Swedish equities market.