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October 22, 2010
Record profit and strong order growth
· Order intake increased 35% to MSEK 19 316.
· Revenues increased 18% to MSEK 17 743 (15 088).
· Operating profit increased 57% to MSEK 3 782 (2 402), including restructuring costs of MSEK 100.
· Operating margin was record high at 21.3% (15.9).
· Profit before tax amounted to MSEK 3 675 (2 210).
· Profit for the period was MSEK 2 650 (1 730).
· Basic and diluted earnings per share were SEK 2.17 (1.42).
· Operating cash flow at MSEK 2 479 (4 275).
Near-term demand outlook
The overall demand for the Group’s products and services is expected to increase somewhat. The sequential improvement is primarily expected to come from emerging markets.