SSAB Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
SSAB's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -7.1%, while the Metals and Mining industry saw earnings growing at 1% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 1.6% per year. SSAB's return on equity is 7.7%, and it has net margins of 5.6%.
Key information
-7.09%
Earnings growth rate
-6.61%
EPS growth rate
| Metals and Mining Industry Growth | 8.62% |
| Revenue growth rate | 1.60% |
| Return on equity | 7.67% |
| Net Margin | 5.60% |
| Next Earnings Update | 22 Jul 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 12
SSAB A: Elevated P/E And Tight Upside Band Will Restrain Future Returns
Analysts have raised their SEK-based price target on SSAB from SEK 65.00 to about SEK 68.01. The change reflects updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E after recent positive Street research.Analysis Article • May 01
Analysts Have Made A Financial Statement On SSAB AB (publ)'s (STO:SSAB A) First-Quarter Report
SSAB AB (publ) ( STO:SSAB A ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 2.4% to...Narrative Update • Apr 20
SSAB A: Higher Multiple And Dividend Cut Will Likely Cap Future Returns
Analysts have raised the fair value estimate for SSAB from SEK 61 to SEK 65, reflecting recent price target adjustments from several banks, which now range from SEK 1 to SEK 15, as well as updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Recent research on SSAB presents a mixed picture for readers weighing the raised fair value estimate against pockets of caution in the market.
Narrative Update • Apr 06
SSAB A: Margin Discipline And Fossil Free Steel Deals Will Drive Upside
SSAB's latest narrative update comes alongside a modest lift in the consensus analyst price target, with several firms raising their SEK price objectives as analysts factor in adjusted assumptions on discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while a few downgrades temper the overall shift in sentiment. Analyst Commentary Analyst sentiment on SSAB is mixed, but several bullish analysts have been lifting their SEK price targets in recent weeks, reflecting adjustments to assumptions on discount rates, revenue, margins and future P/E multiples.Narrative Update • Mar 23
SSAB A: Profitability Execution And Fossil Free Steel Deals Will Drive Upside
Analysts have lifted their average price target on SSAB by SEK 2, citing updated expectations for profitability, modestly higher revenue growth assumptions, and a lower future P/E multiple, even as some firms have recently shifted to more cautious ratings. Analyst Commentary Recent research on SSAB has been mixed, but there is a clearly supportive camp of bullish analysts who are willing to lift valuation targets even as some peers turn more cautious.Narrative Update • Mar 09
SSAB A: Decarbonized Steel Partnerships Will Support Higher Earnings Quality Over Time
The analyst price target for SSAB has been increased by SEK 2 to SEK 104, with analysts citing updated views on revenue growth, margins and long-term P/E assumptions following a series of recent target hikes and rating changes. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SSAB shows a mix of higher price targets and rating changes, giving you a view of how large institutions are currently framing the risk and reward.Narrative Update • Feb 23
SSAB A: Higher Fair Value Reflects Confidence In Decarbonized Steel Execution
Narrative Update: SSAB The updated analyst work lifts our fair value estimate for SSAB from SEK 90.0 to SEK 104.0, reflecting recent price target increases from several banks and a reported shift to higher assumed revenue growth and P/E multiples, even as analysts factor in a slightly higher discount rate and more conservative profit margins. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on SSAB presents a mixed picture, with a clear cluster of bullish analysts lifting price targets.
Narrative Update • Feb 08
SSAB A: Future Returns Will Hinge On Low Carbon Steel Execution
The analyst price target for SSAB has been raised from SEK 70.81 to SEK 83.14, as analysts factor in updated expectations for revenue growth, discount rates, profit margins and future P/E. This adjustment draws on recent Street research that includes several target increases and a mix of rating changes across major banks.Analysis Article • Jan 31
SSAB (STO:SSAB A) Has Announced That Its Dividend Will Be Reduced To SEK2.00
SSAB AB (publ)'s ( STO:SSAB A ) dividend is being reduced from last year's payment covering the same period to SEK2.00...Narrative Update • Jan 24
SSAB A: Fossil-Free Steel Deals Will Likely Outpace Real Earnings Power
Analysts now see SSAB's fair value edging up from SEK 60.0 to SEK 61.0, reflecting recent price target increases and updated assumptions on revenue growth, profit margins, and P/E expectations, despite a mixed set of rating changes on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent research paints a mixed picture for SSAB, with some firms lifting price targets while others adopt a more cautious stance on the shares and the assumptions behind future earnings power.Analysis Article • Jan 12
SSAB (STO:SSAB A) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Narrative Update • Jan 10
SSAB A: Rising Fossil-Free Steel Hype Will Likely Outrun Earnings Delivery
Our analyst fair value estimate for SSAB has been raised from SEK 52 to SEK 60, reflecting higher Street price targets clustered around the low to mid SEK 70s and analyst expectations for improved margins and earnings support at a lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around SSAB signals a mix of support and caution on the share price.Narrative Update • Dec 23
SSAB A: Fossil Free Steel Partnerships Will Drive Margins And Shareholder Returns
Analysts have modestly trimmed their price target on SSAB, nudging it down by SEK 2 to SEK 73. They are balancing slightly softer valuation assumptions with still constructive expectations for revenue growth and improving profit margins.Narrative Update • Dec 09
SSAB A: Future Returns Will Hinge On Low Carbon Projects And Execution
Analysts have raised their price target on SSAB to SEK 73 from SEK 70, reflecting slightly stronger assumptions for long term revenue growth, profit margins and valuation multiples, even as recent Street research has modestly trimmed targets amid a more cautious sector backdrop. Analyst Commentary Recent updates from JPMorgan and other Street sources show a mixed but generally constructive stance on SSAB, with modest target trims offset by continued confidence in the companys strategic execution and earnings power.Narrative Update • Nov 25
SSAB A: Future Results Will Depend On Execution Amid Mixed Market Signals
The analyst consensus price target for SSAB has decreased slightly from SEK 69.88 to SEK 69.65. Analysts point to modest shifts in profit margin expectations and a higher discount rate as the factors driving the adjustment.Narrative Update • Oct 08
HYBRIT Initiative And European Demand Will Advance Decarbonized Steel
Analysts have raised their price target for SSAB from SEK 68.46 to SEK 69.88. This change reflects updated assumptions on profit margin and discount rate in their latest valuation assessment.Analysis Article • Oct 02
We Think SSAB (STO:SSAB A) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Sep 03
Improved Earnings Required Before SSAB AB (publ) (STO:SSAB A) Shares Find Their Feet
When close to half the companies in Sweden have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 23x, you may consider SSAB...Analysis Article • Aug 13
A Look At The Intrinsic Value Of SSAB AB (publ) (STO:SSAB A)
Key Insights Using the Dividend Discount Model, SSAB fair value estimate is kr61.78 With kr57.50 share price, SSAB...Analysis Article • Jul 26
SSAB AB (publ) Just Missed Revenue By 5.3%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
It's shaping up to be a tough period for SSAB AB (publ) ( STO:SSAB A ), which a week ago released some disappointing...Analysis Article • Jul 24
The Return Trends At SSAB (STO:SSAB A) Look Promising
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • Jul 03
We Think SSAB (STO:SSAB A) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...New Narrative • Mar 20
SSAB in pole position when it comes to the combination of steel tariffs and the EU's investment drive
Sweden's traditional steel mill, SSAB is in an enviable position relative to its peers - for three reasons:1) Its plants are strategically well placed on both sides of the Atlantic; thus, it will not
New Narrative • Dec 13
Oxelosund And Lulea Transformations With Electric Arc Furnaces Will Boost Earnings And Margins
SSAB's production transformation and focus on high-margin, niche products are expected to enhance revenue stability and net margins.Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How SSAB makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 96,033 | 5,378 | 6,234 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 96,220 | 4,902 | 6,363 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 97,729 | 4,949 | 6,682 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 99,142 | 4,509 | 6,650 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 101,793 | 5,074 | 6,681 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 103,418 | 6,522 | 6,478 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 106,272 | 7,940 | 6,110 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 111,238 | 10,399 | 6,154 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 114,733 | 11,903 | 6,065 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 119,489 | 13,029 | 6,048 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 123,158 | -18,865 | 5,970 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 125,335 | -17,299 | 5,697 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 129,074 | -13,200 | 5,742 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 128,745 | -10,886 | 5,564 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 125,944 | 24,566 | 5,418 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 119,648 | 23,971 | 5,326 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 107,805 | 19,168 | 4,855 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 95,891 | 14,662 | 4,619 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 85,541 | 9,547 | 4,297 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 74,803 | 4,327 | 4,043 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 66,285 | 821 | 3,903 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 65,396 | -510 | 4,074 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 65,382 | -2,095 | 4,327 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 69,740 | -1,325 | 4,652 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 75,240 | -29 | 4,922 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 76,485 | 1,075 | 4,956 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 78,764 | 3,012 | 5,062 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 78,961 | 3,863 | 4,925 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 77,570 | 4,164 | 4,852 | 0 |
| 01 Jan 19 | 74,941 | 3,549 | 4,691 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 72,706 | 3,186 | 4,429 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 69,857 | 2,887 | 4,300 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 67,708 | 2,460 | 4,224 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 66,059 | 2,295 | 4,210 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 63,484 | 2,034 | 4,178 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 60,773 | 2,044 | 4,209 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 58,129 | 1,571 | 4,163 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 55,354 | 937 | 4,169 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 53,411 | 192 | 4,263 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 53,528 | -683 | 4,319 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 54,360 | -926 | 4,464 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 56,864 | -508 | 4,636 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 59,565 | -1,147 | 4,788 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 59,285 | -1,031 | 4,766 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: SSAB A has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: SSAB A's current net profit margins (5.6%) are higher than last year (5%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: SSAB A's earnings have declined by 7.1% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: SSAB A's earnings growth over the past year (6%) exceeds its 5-year average (-7.1% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: SSAB A earnings growth over the past year (6%) exceeded the Metals and Mining industry -0.4%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: SSAB A's Return on Equity (7.7%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/20 05:02 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
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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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Analyst Sources
SSAB AB (publ) is covered by 34 analysts. 15 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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| null null | ABG Sundal Collier |
| Tom Zhang | Barclays |
| Alessandro Abate | Berenberg |