Knowit Management
Management criteria checks 2/4
Knowit's CEO is Per Wallentin, appointed in Feb 2011, has a tenure of 15.25 years. total yearly compensation is SEK16.20M, comprised of 65.9% salary and 34.1% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 0.24% of the company’s shares, worth SEK5.85M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 6.6 years and 4.7 years respectively.
Key information
Per Wallentin
Chief executive officer
SEK 16.2m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 65.89% |
| CEO tenure | 15.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 0.2% |
| Management average tenure | 6.6yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.7yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • May 16
KNOW: Higher Margins And Dividend Will Support Attractive Future Upside Potential
Analysts have revised their price target for Knowit from SEK 121.67 to SEK 116.67, reflecting adjustments to assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E multiples. What's in the News Knowit AB (publ) announced that President and CEO Per Wallentin plans to step down after more than 15 years in the role.Narrative Update • Apr 30
KNOW: Higher Margins And Dividend Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have reduced their SEK 149 price target on Knowit to about SEK 122, reflecting updated assumptions for a higher discount rate, more conservative revenue growth, stronger profit margins, and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News The board proposes a cash dividend of SEK 2.50 per share for shareholders of Knowit AB (publ), highlighting the latest payout plan under consideration.
Narrative Update • Apr 16
KNOW: Dividend And Margin Outlook Will Support Future Upside Potential
Analysts have raised their price target for Knowit from SEK 155 to SEK 160, citing updated assumptions in their models for slightly higher revenue, a stronger profit margin and a lower future P/E multiple. What's in the News The board has proposed a dividend of SEK 2.50 per share, giving you a clear view of the current cash return being discussed for shareholders (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 11
Knowit AB (publ) Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
It's been a pretty great week for Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) shareholders, with its shares surging 13% to kr128 in...Narrative Update • Feb 07
KNOW: New Public Contracts Will Support Future Digital Mobility Upside
Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Knowit from SEK148.67 to about SEK149.00, citing updated assumptions on discount rates, long-term revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News Knowit signed a new three year agreement with Equinor covering further development and operation of Equinor's Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing platform, including software development, system integration, and technology advisory services (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Jan 23
KNOW: Long Term Nordic Tech Contracts Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Knowit steady at SEK 155.00, with minor tweaks to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E assumptions, reflecting slightly adjusted views on the company’s risk profile and earnings power. What's in the News Knowit agreed a new three year contract with Equinor to further develop and operate Equinor's Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing platform.Narrative Update • Jan 09
KNOW: New Long Term Nordic Tech Contracts Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have reduced their fair value estimate for Knowit from SEK195.00 to SEK155.00, mainly reflecting more cautious assumptions for revenue growth and profit margins, as well as a higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Knowit signed a new three year agreement with Equinor to further develop and operate Equinor's Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing platform, including software development, system integration, and technology advisory services (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Dec 15
KNOW: New Public Contracts Will Drive Future Digital Mobility Expansion
Analysts have nudged their price target on Knowit slightly higher to approximately $148.67 per share, reflecting modest improvements in discount rate assumptions, long term revenue growth expectations, and projected profitability and valuation multiples. What's in the News Signed a new three year agreement with Equinor to further develop and operate its Distributed Fiber Optic Sensing platform, expanding the use of DFOS technology across Equinor's energy and infrastructure portfolio (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Nov 30
KNOW: New Public Contracts Will Drive Stronger Digital Sector Expansion Ahead
Analysts have issued a slightly revised price target for Knowit, maintaining it at SEK 148.67. They cite minor adjustments in discount rate and valuation metrics while reaffirming their outlook on the company's profitability and growth prospects.Narrative Update • Nov 16
KNOW: Public Sector Agreements Will Drive Broader Revenue Streams Ahead
Analysts have slightly raised their price target for Knowit to €148.67, citing minor adjustments to the discount rate and profit margin forecasts following a fresh review of the company's financial outlook. What's in the News Knowit has secured a new framework agreement for Management Consulting services with Kammarkollegiet, expanding its presence in the management consulting sector.Narrative Update • Nov 01
KNOW: Recent Public Sector Wins Will Drive Long-Term Digital Expansion
Analysts have raised their price target for Knowit from SEK 142 to approximately SEK 148.67. This reflects revised assumptions about growth potential and market conditions.Analysis Article • Oct 18
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Will Pay A Dividend Of SEK1.15
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) will pay a dividend of SEK1.15 on the 21st of November. However, the dividend yield of...Narrative Update • Oct 17
Defense And Fintech Acquisitions Will Unlock Digital Opportunities Ahead
Analyst Price Target for Knowit Adjusted Following Revised Estimates Analysts have lowered their price target for Knowit from SEK 162.67 to SEK 142.00, citing updated outlooks for revenue growth and profitability. These changes reflect more moderate expectations for the company's near-term performance.Analysis Article • Jul 22
Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Dividend Will Be SEK1.15
Knowit AB (publ)'s ( STO:KNOW ) investors are due to receive a payment of SEK1.15 per share on 21st of November. This...Analysis Article • Jul 07
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Has Announced A Dividend Of SEK1.15
The board of Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SEK1.15 per share on the 21st...Analysis Article • Jun 18
Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Dividend Will Be SEK1.15
The board of Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SEK1.15 per share on the 21st...Analysis Article • May 28
Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Dividend Will Be SEK1.15
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) will pay a dividend of SEK1.15 on the 21st of November. Based on this payment, the...Analysis Article • May 14
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of SEK1.15
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of SEK1.15 per share on the 21st of November...Analysis Article • May 02
Knowit AB (publ) Just Missed EPS By 15%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
Last week saw the newest quarterly earnings release from Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ), an important milestone in the...Analysis Article • Apr 30
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Is Paying Out Less In Dividends Than Last Year
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that on 7th of May, it will be paying a dividend ofSEK1.15, which a...Analysis Article • Mar 26
Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Shareholders Will Receive A Smaller Dividend Than Last Year
Knowit AB (publ)'s ( STO:KNOW ) dividend is being reduced from last year's payment covering the same period to SEK1.15...Analysis Article • Feb 22
Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Dividend Will Be Reduced To SEK1.15
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that on 7th of May, it will be paying a dividend ofSEK1.15, which a...Analysis Article • Feb 12
Knowit AB (publ) Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
Last week, you might have seen that Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) released its full-year result to the market. The...
New Narrative • Feb 10
AI Transformation And Improving Swedish Markets Will Create Future Opportunities
Continued improvement in Solutions utilization and margins suggests potential for increased revenue and profitability.Analysis Article • Nov 02
There May Be Reason For Hope In Knowit's (STO:KNOW) Disappointing Earnings
Knowit AB (publ)'s ( STO:KNOW ) earnings announcement last week didn't impress shareholders. While the headline numbers...Analysis Article • Oct 12
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Will Pay A Dividend Of SEK2.60
The board of Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 21st of November, with...Analysis Article • Jul 23
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of SEK2.60
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) will pay a dividend of SEK2.60 on the 21st of November. However, the dividend yield of...Analysis Article • May 23
Market Participants Recognise Knowit AB (publ)'s (STO:KNOW) Earnings Pushing Shares 28% Higher
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month, posting...Analysis Article • May 09
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of SEK2.60
The board of Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 21st of November, with...Analysis Article • May 08
Knowit AB (publ) Just Missed Earnings - But Analysts Have Updated Their Models
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) missed earnings with its latest first-quarter results, disappointing overly-optimistic...Analysis Article • Apr 24
Knowit (STO:KNOW) Has Announced That Its Dividend Will Be Reduced To SEK2.60
Knowit AB (publ) ( STO:KNOW ) has announced that on 10th of May, it will be paying a dividend ofSEK2.60, which a...CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 31 2026 | n/a | n/a | -SEK 293m |
| Dec 31 2025 | SEK 16m | SEK 11m | -SEK 285m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | SEK 97m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | SEK 81m |
| Mar 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | SEK 83m |
| Dec 31 2024 | SEK 13m | SEK 9m | SEK 106m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | SEK 158m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | SEK 184m |
| Mar 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | SEK 201m |
| Dec 31 2023 | SEK 12m | SEK 9m | SEK 240m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | SEK 267m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | SEK 256m |
| Mar 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | SEK 366m |
| Dec 31 2022 | SEK 14m | SEK 8m | SEK 385m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | SEK 395m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | SEK 429m |
| Mar 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | SEK 341m |
| Dec 31 2021 | SEK 13m | SEK 7m | SEK 290m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | SEK 242m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | SEK 234m |
| Mar 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | SEK 234m |
| Dec 31 2020 | SEK 12m | SEK 7m | SEK 250m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | SEK 245m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | SEK 238m |
| Mar 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | SEK 243m |
| Dec 31 2019 | SEK 9m | SEK 6m | SEK 232m |
Compensation vs Market: Per's total compensation ($USD1.75M) is above average for companies of similar size in the Swedish market ($USD587.27K).
Compensation vs Earnings: Per's compensation has increased whilst the company is unprofitable.
CEO
Per Wallentin (54 yo)
15.3yrs
Tenure
SEK 16,200,000
Compensation
Mr. Per Wallentin has been the Chief Executive Officer and President of Knowit Aktiebolag (publ) (Knowit AB (publ) (formerly known as Know IT AB)) since February 4, 2011. He served as Director of Poolia AB...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| President & CEO | 15.3yrs | SEK 16.20m | 0.24% SEK 5.9m | |
| Chief Financial Officer | 7.3yrs | no data | 0.019% SEK 476.9k | |
| Head of Communications | 9.3yrs | no data | 0.024% SEK 589.9k | |
| Head of People & Culture | no data | no data | 0.016% SEK 387.0k | |
| Executive VP & Head of Knowit Solutions | no data | no data | 0.17% SEK 4.1m | |
| Head of Sustainability | no data | no data | no data | |
| Executive VP & Head of Insight | 5.8yrs | no data | 0.022% SEK 547.2k | |
| Head of Business Support | no data | no data | 0.024% SEK 585.0k | |
| Executive Vice President Knowit Exeperience | 2.3yrs | no data | 0.14% SEK 3.5m | |
| Executive VP of Knowit Connectivity | 3.3yrs | no data | 0.029% SEK 702.1k |
6.6yrs
Average Tenure
49yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: KNOW's management team is seasoned and experienced (6.6 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chair of the Board | 4.7yrs | SEK 314.00k | 0.037% SEK 900.1k | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | no data | |
| Independent Director | 8.3yrs | SEK 443.00k | 0.0044% SEK 108.1k | |
| Independent Director | 4.7yrs | SEK 295.00k | 0.0037% SEK 89.9k | |
| Director | 1.1yrs | SEK 150.00k | no data |
4.7yrs
Average Tenure
54yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: KNOW's board of directors are considered experienced (4.7 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/31 08:50 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/29 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.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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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
Knowit AB (publ) is covered by 7 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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| null null | ABG Sundal Collier |
| Ramil Koria | Danske Bank |
| Daniel Lindkvist | Danske Bank |