Finnish Basic Materials Stock News

Last week, UPM-Kymmene received an upgrade from Morgan Stanley to Overweight, with the investment bank highlighting the company's strong cash flow, decade-low capital expenditure requirements, and long-term growth prospects in pulp, biofuels, and biochemicals. The upgrade also followed UPM Energy's announcement that its six-megawatt ultracapacitor at the Kuusankoski hydropower plant is now operational, further expanding the company's capabilities in fast, emission-free energy balancing. We...

Sampo Oyj (HLSE:SAMPO) shares have shown steady movement over the past month, with the stock recording a 2% gain. Investors are watching the insurance company’s long-term performance and recent growth figures for more insights. See our latest analysis for Sampo Oyj. Sampo Oyj has picked up momentum this year, with a 25.2% year-to-date share price return and nearly 30% total shareholder return over the past twelve months. This reflects growing confidence in the company’s outlook following...

Valmet announced in November 2025 that it began change negotiations in Finland for potential temporary layoffs impacting more than 950 employees across its Packaging and Paper business area and Global Supply unit, targeting sites in Jyväskylä, Tikkurila in Vantaa, and Raisio. This move highlights continued weak demand in key markets and ongoing efforts to enhance cost efficiency after similar workforce measures were conducted earlier in 2025 and 2024. We'll explore how the latest round of...

Investors House Oyj ( HEL:INVEST ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 2.4...

While LeadDesk Oyj ( HEL:LEADD ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a decent share price growth of...

The recent earnings posted by Ilkka Oyj ( HEL:ILKKA2 ) were solid, but the stock didn't move as much as we expected. We...

Nokia has secured a four-year contract extension as the sole supplier of 5G radio access networks and managed services for TNN, Denmark's largest shared mobile network and a joint venture between Norlys and Telenor. This agreement highlights Nokia's continued commercial strength in Europe and showcases its deployment of AI-driven, energy-efficient network technologies to expand coverage for over three million subscribers. We'll examine how the TNN contract extension, with its advanced AI and...

In October 2025, Outokumpu Oyj announced a US$45 million investment in a new pilot plant in New Hampshire to advance its EVOLVE strategy by scaling up proprietary technology for low-carbon chromium materials used in industries like aerospace and defense. This initiative is part of Outokumpu’s push to expand into higher-value specialty metals with reduced carbon footprints, seeking to access premium markets and support global decarbonization goals. We'll consider how this major investment in...

Kojamo Oyj recently reported its third quarter 2025 earnings, showing sales of €113.6 million and net income of €26.1 million, alongside an update that full-year revenue is expected to grow by 0%–2% year-on-year. While nine-month net income improved from the previous year's loss, the company’s cautious revenue outlook and lower quarterly net profit highlight mixed operating trends in a still challenging market. To understand how this modest earnings trajectory and subdued guidance shape...

Sanoma Oyj recently announced its third quarter 2025 results, reporting sales of €515.8 million and net income of €57.5 million, both down from the prior year, and narrowed its 2025 full-year guidance to sales between €1.29 billion–€1.31 billion and operational EBIT of €180 million–€190 million. The combination of lower quarterly earnings and the updated, more cautious outlook signals ongoing challenges in driving growth and profitability amid changing media and education markets. With...

The European market has recently experienced a pullback, with the pan-European STOXX Europe 600 Index ending 1.24% lower amid concerns about overvaluation in AI-related stocks. Despite these broader market challenges, penny stocks continue to capture investor interest due to their potential for growth at accessible price points. While the term "penny stocks" may seem outdated, these smaller or newer companies can offer significant opportunities when backed by strong financials and solid...

As European markets face a pullback, with the STOXX Europe 600 Index down by 1.24% amid concerns over AI stock valuations, investors are increasingly looking towards stable income-generating options such as dividend stocks. In this environment, a good dividend stock is characterized by its ability to provide consistent payouts while maintaining resilience against market volatility and economic shifts.

Kesko Oyj recently announced its third-quarter 2025 results, showing sales of €3,227.3 million and net income of €139.1 million, alongside a lowered full-year 2025 profit guidance due to slower-than-expected recovery in building and technical trade. Despite the revised outlook for 2025, the company forecasts improved profitability across all divisions in 2026, reflecting management’s confidence in a broad-based business rebound. With cautious 2025 guidance and a more optimistic 2026...

Sampo Oyj recently reported third quarter and nine-month earnings, with net income for the third quarter increasing to €757 million from €320 million a year earlier, and basic earnings per share rising to €0.28 from €0.13 year-on-year. Alongside the results, the company reaffirmed its 2025 group insurance revenue guidance of €8.9 billion to €9.1 billion, highlighting management's confidence in achieving significant year-on-year growth. We’ll explore how Sampo’s strong earnings growth and...

European markets have recently experienced a pullback, with major indexes such as the STOXX Europe 600 Index ending lower amid concerns about overvaluation in artificial intelligence-related stocks. Despite these broader market challenges, there remains a niche of investment opportunities within penny stocks. Though often seen as relics of past trading days, penny stocks—typically smaller or newer companies—can still offer significant growth potential when they possess strong financial...

Metso Oyj ( HEL:METSO ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 25% share price jump in the last month...

In late October 2025, Nokian Tyres introduced Nokian Tyres Intuit™ 2.0, a next-generation smart tire technology for agricultural tractors featuring real-time load-sensing and a smart pressure assistant accessible through a mobile app. This innovation aims to simplify tire pressure management, helping agricultural professionals increase productivity, reduce operating costs, and extend tire life directly in line with Nokian Tyres’ commitment to leading the smart tire market. We'll now explore...

Neste Oyj reported third quarter 2025 results, posting net income of €106 million on sales of €4.53 billion and confirmed that renewable and oil products sales volumes are expected to rise in 2025 compared to 2024. While sales were lower year-on-year, the company's improved profitability alongside unchanged guidance for volume growth highlights management's confidence in operational performance and future demand. With net income rising despite lower sales, we'll explore what these results...

In recent announcements, Kalmar Oyj reported two key contract wins: an agreement to supply 16 hybrid straddle carriers to Transnet Port Terminals in South Africa, and the extension of its long-term Kalmar Care maintenance contract with Belfast Container Terminal, part of Irish Continental Group. These developments highlight Kalmar's continued momentum in securing both equipment and service contracts, supporting its position as a trusted partner for port operators seeking operational...

Mandatum Oyj (HLSE:MANTA) has caught investors’ attention with recent shifts in its stock price, climbing nearly 44% year-to-date. The company’s performance invites a closer look at what might be driving this sustained momentum. See our latest analysis for Mandatum Oyj. Mandatum Oyj’s 1-year total shareholder return of 73.6% easily outpaces most peers and signals that momentum is building. A 30-day share price return of nearly 9% underscores growing investor confidence after a surge in recent...

Konecranes Plc ( HEL:KCR ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting a...

Huhtamäki Oyj's ( HEL:HUH1V ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 14.8x might make it look like a buy right now...

Last week saw the newest quarterly earnings release from Optomed Oyj ( HEL:OPTOMED ), an important milestone in the...

Qt Group Oyj ( HEL:QTCOM ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a 25...