AQ Group (AQ) Stock Overview
Develops, manufactures, and assembles components and systems for industrial customers in Sweden, Finland, Germany, the United States, China, France, Poland, China, Italy, the Netherlands, India, Canada, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 1/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 6/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Risk Analysis
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Analyst Price Targets
AQ Group AB (publ) Competitors
Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | SEK 228.00 |
| 52 Week High | SEK 244.80 |
| 52 Week Low | SEK 166.10 |
| Beta | 0.72 |
| 1 Month Change | 1.24% |
| 3 Month Change | 22.38% |
| 1 Year Change | 24.25% |
| 3 Year Change | 153.33% |
| 5 Year Change | 257.93% |
| Change since IPO | 4,175.00% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 05
AQ: Future Returns Will Depend On Dividend Payouts At Elevated Earnings Multiple
AQ Group's analyst price target is restated at SEK 212. Analysts are keeping underlying assumptions on fair value, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E broadly unchanged, reflecting a steady view of the company.Narrative Update • May 17
AQ: Future Returns Will Rely On Dividend Payouts And Stable Earnings Multiples
Analysts have nudged their AQ Group fair value estimate to SEK212 from SEK210, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. What's in the News AQ Group AB shareholders approved a total dividend of SEK 165,119,022, equal to SEK 1.80 per share, at the annual general meeting held on April 23, 2026 (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Apr 27
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ) Price Target To kr212
Shareholders might have noticed that AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) filed its quarterly result this time last week. The...Narrative Update • Apr 25
AQ: Future Returns Will Rely On Acquisitions And Steady Dividend Payouts
The analyst price target for AQ Group has been revised from SEK 204.50 to SEK 210.00. Analysts attribute this change to updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and the P/E multiple, which are cited as the key factors behind the new level.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 05
AQ: Future Returns Will Depend On Dividend Payouts At Elevated Earnings Multiple
AQ Group's analyst price target is restated at SEK 212. Analysts are keeping underlying assumptions on fair value, revenue growth, profit margin and forward P/E broadly unchanged, reflecting a steady view of the company.Narrative Update • May 17
AQ: Future Returns Will Rely On Dividend Payouts And Stable Earnings Multiples
Analysts have nudged their AQ Group fair value estimate to SEK212 from SEK210, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E. What's in the News AQ Group AB shareholders approved a total dividend of SEK 165,119,022, equal to SEK 1.80 per share, at the annual general meeting held on April 23, 2026 (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Apr 27
Earnings Update: Here's Why Analysts Just Lifted Their AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ) Price Target To kr212
Shareholders might have noticed that AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) filed its quarterly result this time last week. The...Narrative Update • Apr 25
AQ: Future Returns Will Rely On Acquisitions And Steady Dividend Payouts
The analyst price target for AQ Group has been revised from SEK 204.50 to SEK 210.00. Analysts attribute this change to updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and the P/E multiple, which are cited as the key factors behind the new level.Narrative Update • Apr 09
AQ: Future Returns Will Depend On Acquisitions And Gradual Dividend Increases
The analyst price target for AQ Group has shifted slightly higher to SEK204.50 from SEK203.50, with analysts citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News AQ Group AB (publ) has proposed a dividend of SEK 1.80 per share for 2025, compared with SEK 1.60 per share previously, with a proposed record date of April 27, 2026, and expected payment on April 30, 2026 (company announcement).Narrative Update • Mar 25
AQ: Future Returns Will Rely On Acquisitions And Steady Dividend Expansion
Analysts now keep their SEK 203.50 price target on AQ Group broadly unchanged, with only very small tweaks to inputs such as discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions underpinning the latest update. What's in the News AQ Group AB (publ) is actively looking for acquisitions, with management highlighting a long history of buying companies in industrial market segments that are growing, supported by what is described as a strong balance sheet and net cash position (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 11
AQ: Future Upside Will Depend On Acquisitions And Steady Dividend Progress
Analysts have kept their SEK 203.50 price target for AQ Group broadly unchanged, reflecting only very small tweaks to assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Their overall valuation view remains effectively the same.Narrative Update • Feb 25
AQ: Future Upside Will Rely On Accretive Acquisitions And Firmer Margins
The analyst price target for AQ Group has been adjusted slightly higher from SEK 200 to SEK 203.5. Analysts cite updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E as the key drivers behind this change. What's in the News AQ Group AB (publ) has proposed a dividend of SEK 1.80 per share for 2025, compared with SEK 1.60 per share previously, which may be relevant if you focus on income from your holdings.Analysis Article • Feb 17
Analysts Are Updating Their AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ) Estimates After Its Yearly Results
There's been a notable change in appetite for AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) shares in the week since its yearly report...Narrative Update • Feb 10
AQ: Steady Pricing Will Rely On Slightly Firmer Margins And P E Expectations
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for AQ Group steady at SEK 200.0 per share, explaining that slightly higher assumed discount rates and a modestly lower revenue growth outlook are being offset by marginally stronger profit margin expectations and a small uptick in the future P/E multiple. Valuation Changes Fair value estimate remains unchanged at SEK 200.0 per share.Narrative Update • Jan 27
AQ: Steady Assumptions Will Guide Future P/E And Fairness Of Pricing
Analysts have kept the AQ Group fair value estimate steady at SEK 200.0, explaining the unchanged price target by only marginal adjustments to the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E inputs in their models. Valuation Changes Fair Value: Fair value estimate held steady at SEK 200.0 per share.Narrative Update • Jan 12
AQ: Updated Return Assumptions Will Shape Future P/E And Fair Value
Analysts have adjusted their price target for AQ Group from €190 to €200, citing revised assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations to better reflect recent updates to their models. Valuation Changes Fair Value Estimate: raised from €190 to €200, reflecting a modest upward adjustment in the implied share value.Analysis Article • Jan 09
AQ Group AB (publ)'s (STO:AQ) Business Is Yet to Catch Up With Its Share Price
AQ Group AB (publ)'s ( STO:AQ ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 26.3x might make it look like a sell right now...Analysis Article • Oct 16
AQ Group (STO:AQ) Could Easily Take On More Debt
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Sep 19
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ)
Key Insights AQ Group's estimated fair value is kr208 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share price of...Analysis Article • Sep 03
AQ Group AB (publ)'s (STO:AQ) Shares May Have Run Too Fast Too Soon
AQ Group AB (publ)'s ( STO:AQ ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 25.4x might make it look like a sell right now...Analysis Article • Aug 07
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At AQ Group (STO:AQ)
OM:AQ 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore AQ Group's Fair Values from the Community and select yours What are the...Analysis Article • Jul 18
AQ Group AB (publ) Just Beat EPS By 12%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
It's been a good week for AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest...Analysis Article • May 10
Subdued Growth No Barrier To AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ) With Shares Advancing 27%
AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting...Analysis Article • Apr 26
AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ) Just Released Its First-Quarter Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
It's been a good week for AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest...Analysis Article • Apr 17
Increases to CEO Compensation Might Be Put On Hold For Now at AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ)
Key Insights AQ Group's Annual General Meeting to take place on 23rd of April Salary of kr2.63m is part of CEO James...Analysis Article • Apr 15
Returns Are Gaining Momentum At AQ Group (STO:AQ)
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Apr 02
We Think AQ Group (STO:AQ) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Mar 17
Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of AQ Group AB (publ) (STO:AQ)
Key Insights The projected fair value for AQ Group is kr178 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...
New Narrative • Mar 11
Operational Efficiency Will Improve Through Expansion Into Electrification And Med-Tech
Strategic acquisitions and expansion in growth sectors like electrification and med-tech are set to enhance AQ Group's revenue and operational scale.Analysis Article • Mar 04
Does AQ Group (STO:AQ) Deserve A Spot On Your Watchlist?
Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...Analysis Article • Jan 14
AQ Group's (STO:AQ) Returns On Capital Are Heading Higher
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...Analysis Article • Dec 24
These 4 Measures Indicate That AQ Group (STO:AQ) Is Using Debt Safely
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Nov 27
Little Excitement Around AQ Group AB (publ)'s (STO:AQ) Earnings
With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 19.3x AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) may be sending bullish signals at the...Analysis Article • Aug 29
Investors Don't See Light At End Of AQ Group AB (publ)'s (STO:AQ) Tunnel
AQ Group AB (publ)'s ( STO:AQ ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 17.9x might make it look like a buy right now...Analysis Article • Aug 04
Is AQ Group (STO:AQ) A Risky Investment?
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Jun 04
AQ Group (STO:AQ) Shareholders Will Want The ROCE Trajectory To Continue
Did you know there are some financial metrics that can provide clues of a potential multi-bagger? Typically, we'll want...Analysis Article • May 10
Even With A 26% Surge, Cautious Investors Are Not Rewarding AQ Group AB (publ)'s (STO:AQ) Performance Completely
AQ Group AB (publ) ( STO:AQ ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 26% after a shaky period beforehand...Analysis Article • Apr 19
We Think AQ Group (STO:AQ) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Apr 01
AQ Group's (STO:AQ) Shareholders Will Receive A Bigger Dividend Than Last Year
AQ Group AB (publ)'s ( STO:AQ ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to SEK6.66 on...Analysis Article • Oct 23
Is Now The Time To Put AQ Group (STO:AQ) On Your Watchlist?
It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...Analysis Article • Jul 15
AQ Group (STO:AQ) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. Amongst other things, we'll want to...Shareholder Returns
| AQ | SE Electrical | SE Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | -4.9% | -6.4% | -2.1% |
| 1Y | 24.3% | -12.6% | 9.3% |
Return vs Industry: AQ exceeded the Swedish Electrical industry which returned 2.6% over the past year.
Return vs Market: AQ exceeded the Swedish Market which returned 10.5% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| AQ volatility | |
|---|---|
| AQ Average Weekly Movement | 4.9% |
| Electrical Industry Average Movement | 12.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 6.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in SE Market | 13.9% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in SE Market | 3.5% |
Stable Share Price: AQ has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the Swedish market.
Volatility Over Time: AQ's weekly volatility (5%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1986 | 7,815 | James Ahrgren | www.aqgroup.com |
AQ Group AB (publ) develops, manufactures, and assembles components and systems for industrial customers in Sweden, Finland, Germany, the United States, China, France, Poland, China, Italy, the Netherlands, India, Canada, and internationally. It operates through two segments, Component and System. The company offers electric cabinets for food processing, control and power equipment for ship cranes, control equipment for automated handling of goods in ports, and monitoring and control systems for motors and generators; and wiring systems and electromechanical modules for the railway, car, truck, bus, engine, agriculture and forestry, construction and mining, material handling, and general engineering industries.
AQ Group AB (publ) Fundamentals Summary
| AQ fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | SEK 20.92b |
| Earnings (TTM) | SEK 689.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | SEK 9.14b |
30.4x
P/E Ratio2.3x
P/S RatioIs AQ overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| AQ income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | SEK 9.14b |
| Cost of Revenue | SEK 4.46b |
| Gross Profit | SEK 4.68b |
| Other Expenses | SEK 3.99b |
| Earnings | SEK 689.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Mar 31, 2026
Next Earnings Date
Jul 14, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 7.51 |
| Gross Margin | 51.24% |
| Net Profit Margin | 7.54% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0.4% |
How did AQ perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
0.8%
Current Dividend Yield24%
Payout RatioCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/09 04:45 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
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Analyst Sources
AQ Group AB (publ) is covered by 6 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Johan Wall | ABG Sundal Collier Sponsored |
| Jakob Söderblom | DNB Carnegie |
| Albin Nordmark | Nordea Markets |