Last Update 25 Feb 26

Fair value Increased 17%

SAND: Higher Multiple Assumptions Will Likely Constrain Future Share Returns

Our updated fair value estimate for Sandvik moves to SEK 329.30 from SEK 282.56. This reflects analysts' refreshed price targets around SEK 350 and above, which are supported by assumptions of higher revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and a slightly richer future P/E multiple.

Analyst Commentary

Recent Street research on Sandvik has been active, with several fresh price targets and one downgrade sitting behind our updated fair value estimate. The mix of views gives you a useful cross check on how different analysts are thinking about growth, execution, and valuation risk from here.

Bullish Takeaways

Bullish analysts who have raised price targets toward SEK 350 and above are effectively signaling confidence that Sandvik can support a higher valuation multiple over time, even after recent moves in the shares.
The lift in the price target to SEK 355 from SEK 318 suggests some analysts see enough potential in earnings power to justify a higher anchor for long term value, in line with assumptions for stronger margins and healthier revenue trends.
Recent target increases in increments of SEK 30 and SEK 35 point to a cluster of views that Sandvik has room for further upside if it can execute on growth and efficiency plans that support the refreshed P/E assumptions.
Overall, the concentration of higher targets indicates that several bullish analysts see the current share price as not fully reflecting Sandvik's projected earnings profile and capital return capacity, even after incorporating more demanding valuation inputs.

Bearish Takeaways

The recent downgrade from one house highlights that not all observers are comfortable with the risk reward at current levels, especially with the stock already pricing in assumptions for better growth and profitability.
Bearish analysts are implicitly questioning whether Sandvik can consistently deliver on the higher margin and revenue expectations that underpin the latest round of target hikes, which could put pressure on the shares if execution falls short.
The downgrade also serves as a reminder that a richer future P/E multiple is not guaranteed, and that any disappointment on orders, pricing, or cost control could lead investors to reassess how much they are willing to pay for Sandvik's earnings stream.
For you as an investor, this split in views underlines the importance of stress testing your own assumptions on growth, margins, and multiples, rather than relying solely on the more optimistic targets now circulating in the market.

What's in the News

The board proposes a dividend for 2025 of SEK 6.00 per share, compared with SEK 5.75, with a proposed record date of April 30, 2026, and an expected payment date of May 6, 2026, if approved by the General Meeting (Key Developments).
The company receives a major underground equipment order of around SEK 420 million from The Redpath Group for Evolution Mining's Cowal Gold Operations in New South Wales, Australia. The order includes trucks, loaders, drill rigs and digital solutions, with deliveries planned from mid 2026 into 2027 (Key Developments).
The company secures a large order for battery electric trucks and loaders valued at around SEK 160 million from Eldorado Gold for the Lamaque mine in Val d'Or, Quebec, following an earlier SEK 65 million BEV order and lifting the BEV fleet there from two to 12 units. Deliveries are expected from mid 2026 into 2027 (Key Developments).
The company books an underground mining equipment order of approximately SEK 260 million from Northern Star Resources, covering underground trucks and loaders, with deliveries scheduled to start in the first quarter of 2026 and continue through the year (Key Developments).

Valuation Changes

Fair Value: SEK 329.30 vs SEK 282.56, a rise of around 17%, reflecting updated inputs across growth, margins and multiples.
Discount Rate: 6.67% vs 6.61%, edging slightly higher, which applies a marginally more demanding hurdle to future cash flows.
Revenue Growth: 7.38% vs 6.24%, indicating higher assumed SEK revenue expansion in the updated model.
Net Profit Margin: 14.44% vs 13.57%, pointing to a modestly stronger profitability profile for Sandvik in the refreshed assumptions.
Future P/E: 23.23x vs 21.93x, suggesting a somewhat richer valuation multiple is now used in the fair value framework.

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Key Takeaways

Strong market momentum in the Mining segment and innovative product launches enhance Sandvik's market position, driving potential revenue growth.
Strategic acquisitions and improved cost efficiency through restructuring boost earnings and operational synergies for Sandvik.
Challenging macro conditions, weak segments, and external factors may pressure revenue, margins, and financial stability despite strong mining business.

Catalysts

About Sandvik

An engineering company, provides products and solutions for mining and rock excavation, metal cutting, and materials technology worldwide.What are the underlying business or industry changes driving this perspective?

Sandvik is benefiting from strong market momentum in its Mining segment, particularly in regions like Australia and South America, which could drive future revenue growth.
The company's launch of electrification and automation-ready products in mining and new product introductions in software are likely to enhance market position and boost future revenue.
Sandvik's ongoing restructuring programs have improved cost efficiency, reducing expenses and increasing net margins through savings and operational improvements.
Acquisitions, such as those in the demolition and recycling sector and the integration of reseller networks, are expected to enhance synergies and create value, positively impacting earnings.
Strong demand for tungsten powder due to China's export restrictions could create a revenue boost, given Sandvik's capacity to meet increased demand outside of China.

Sandvik Future Earnings and Revenue Growth

Assumptions

How have these above catalysts been quantified?

Analysts are assuming Sandvik's revenue will grow by 4.6% annually over the next 3 years.
Analysts assume that profit margins will increase from 11.9% today to 13.4% in 3 years time.
Analysts expect earnings to reach SEK 18.6 billion (and earnings per share of SEK 14.84) by about September 2028, up from SEK 14.5 billion today. However, there is a considerable amount of disagreement amongst the analysts with the most bullish expecting SEK21.4 billion in earnings, and the most bearish expecting SEK15.5 billion.
In order for the above numbers to justify the analysts price target, the company would need to trade at a PE ratio of 19.5x on those 2028 earnings, down from 20.6x today. This future PE is lower than the current PE for the GB Machinery industry at 22.4x.
Analysts expect the number of shares outstanding to remain consistent over the next 3 years.
To value all of this in today's terms, we will use a discount rate of 6.33%, as per the Simply Wall St company report.

Sandvik Future Earnings Per Share Growth

Risks

What could happen that would invalidate this narrative?

The uncertain macro environment continues to impact the Cutting Tools and Infrastructure segments, suggesting potential revenue and net margin pressures if the broader economic conditions do not improve.
Despite a strong mining business, other segments such as general engineering and automotive are weak, which could negatively affect overall revenue and earnings growth.
Regional performance is mixed, with Europe showing a decline and North America having potential risks, potentially impacting future revenue stability.
High competition and the need for restructuring and cost-saving measures could limit profitability improvements, affecting net margins and earnings.
External factors such as geopolitical uncertainties, tariffs, and trade barriers could disrupt supply chains and increase operational costs, influencing net margins and long-term financial performance.

Valuation

How have all the factors above been brought together to estimate a fair value?

The analysts have a consensus price target of SEK241.556 for Sandvik based on their expectations of its future earnings growth, profit margins and other risk factors. However, there is a degree of disagreement amongst analysts, with the most bullish reporting a price target of SEK275.0, and the most bearish reporting a price target of just SEK161.0.
In order for you to agree with the analyst's consensus, you'd need to believe that by 2028, revenues will be SEK139.1 billion, earnings will come to SEK18.6 billion, and it would be trading on a PE ratio of 19.5x, assuming you use a discount rate of 6.3%.
Given the current share price of SEK238.1, the analyst price target of SEK241.56 is 1.4% higher. The relatively low difference between the current share price and the analyst consensus price target indicates that they believe on average, the company is fairly priced.
We always encourage you to reach your own conclusions though. So sense check these analyst numbers against your own assumptions and expectations based on your understanding of the business and what you believe is probable.

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