PODCAST · business
Finnish Markets Unwrapped
by Sampo’s Forge
From Finland’s top publicly traded companies, we unravel the stories hidden in their annual and quarterly reports - decoding the numbers to uncover what’s really driving the headlines. AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - StoraEnso
In this podcast, we discuss Stora Enso's Interim Report for Q2 2025 financial performance, highlighting a 5% increase in sales and an 18% decrease in adjusted EBIT compared to the previous year, partly due to the ramp-up of a new consumer board line in Oulu. The report also outlines their strategic focus for 2025, which includes enhancing profitability, streamlining operations, and completing the divestment of a portion of their Swedish forest assets. Complementing this, an Inside Information release confirms Stora Enso is initiating a strategic review of its remaining Swedish forest assets, exploring options like a potential separation and public listing to unlock value and increase business focus on renewable packaging. All the released filings are emphasizing the company's commitment to sustainable practices and adapting to volatile market conditions.StoraEnso Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.storaenso.com/en/investorsTrading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-STEAV/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - Wärtsilä
This podcast goes through Wärtsilä Corporation's Q2 (H1) 2025 Financial Report results. The primarily focus is on the company's financial performance, highlighting significant increases in order intake, net sales, operating result, and cash flow across its Marine, Energy, and Energy Storage segments. The documents also detail market conditions impacting these segments, strategic divestments, and ongoing efforts in sustainable technology development, all while acknowledging global geopolitical uncertainties and their potential effects on future growth.Wärtsilä Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.wartsila.com/investors/reports-presentations/Trading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-WRT1V/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - Neste
This podcast presents Neste Corporation's Q2 financial report in 2025 . Discussions are mainly based on the details of the company's financial performance. The shared details are highlighting a comparable EBITDA of EUR 341 million in Q2 and cash flow before financing activities of EUR 226 million, reflecting improved results and the ongoing success of a performance improvement program. The reports also mention operational achievements, such as record high renewable products sales volumes and the successful startup of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production in Rotterdam. Furthermore, they address market conditions and outlook,noting volatility due to geopolitical tensions and an expected oversupplied market for renewable fuels in 2025, while also emphasizing supportive regulatory developments for long-term renewables demand. The discussion also provides an overview of Neste's sustainability efforts and key financial figures, along with a disclaimer regarding forward-looking statements.Neste Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.neste.com/investors/financials/Trading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-NESTE/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - UPM
This podcast about Q2 reporting from UPM provides a comprehensive overview of the company's performance for the first half of 2025, with a particular focus on the second quarter. It details financial highlights such as sales, comparable EBIT, and cash flow, noting decreases in key metrics compared to the previous year, often attributed to turbulent global trade and increased tensions. The report examines the performance of various business segments, including UPM Fibres, Energy, Adhesive Materials, Specialty Papers, Communication Papers, and Plywood, highlighting challenges like lower sales prices and unfavorable currency rates, as well as strategic adjustments such as mill closures and investments in growth areas. Furthermore, it outlines future profit guidance and market outlook, acknowledging significant geopolitical and trade uncertainties while emphasizing the company's focus on executing strategy, maintaining competitiveness, and advancing decarbonization solutions like the new biochemicals refinery in Leuna.UPM Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.upm.com/investors/Trading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-UPM/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - Nokia
This podcast offers a comprehensive look into Nokia Corporation's financial performance and strategic direction, primarily focusing on its Q2 2025 results. They provide an overview of the company's segments: Mobile Networks, Network Infrastructure, Cloud and Network Services, and Nokia Technologies by highlighting their individual performance, particularly the impact of the Infinera acquisition on Network Infrastructure's growth. The discussion also addresses key financial metrics like net sales, gross margin, operating profit, and cash flow, detailing the effects of currency fluctuations and tariffs on the company's outlook. Furthermore, the information includes forward-looking statements regarding Nokia's future strategy, including its focus on connectivity in the AI supercycle and anticipated stronger performance in the second half of 2025, alongside a revised comparable operating profit outlook.Nokia Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.nokia.com/about-us/investors/Trading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-NOKIA/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - Kone
The provided discussion offers a comprehensive overview of KONE Corporation's financial performance and strategic direction, particularly focusing on its elevator, escalator, and automatic door businesses. The "KNEBV Stock Price and Chart" excerpt from TradingView provides a snapshot of KONE's stock market data, including key financial statistics, upcoming earnings information, and analyst ratings. Complementing this, the "KONE Half-year financial report" and "KONE Q2 2025 Presentation" offer detailed financial results for the first half of 2025, highlighting sales growth, profitability, cash flow, and market conditions across different business segments and geographical regions. Both sources also touch upon KONE's sustainability efforts, R&D initiatives, and the company's outlook for the remainder of 2025, emphasizing growth in service and modernization while acknowledging challenges in the Chinese new building solutions market.KONE Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.kone.com/en/investors/Trading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-KNEBV/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q2 Interim Report - Nordea
This financial report from Nordea for the second quarter of 2025 outlines the company's robust profitability, with earnings per share at EUR 0.35 and a return on equity of 16.2%. Despite a decrease in net interest income due to policy rate reductions, total income remained resilient, supported by growth in lending and deposits and strong credit quality. The report details financial outcomes across various business segments like Personal Banking and Large Corporates & Institutions, highlighting strategic investments and the impact of the macroeconomic environment. Furthermore, it addresses capital position, risk exposure, and dividend policy, confirming a new share buy-back program and an unchanged outlook for a return on equity above 15% for 2025.Q2 2025 Interim report link:https://www.nordea.com/en/investors/latest-interim-resultsTrading View chart: https://www.tradingview.com/symbols/OMXHEX-NDA_FI/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Wärtsilä
These sources offer a comprehensive look into Wärtsilä Corporation, a Finnish company specializing in power sources for marine and energy markets. The information includes a detailed overview of their stock performance and key financial metrics, such as market capitalization, revenue, and earnings per share. Furthermore, the reports illuminate the company's financial results for the first quarter of 2025, highlighting an improved operating result and significant net sales growth, along with an all-time high order book. They also outline Wärtsilä's strategic realignment, separating its Energy segment into "Energy" and "Energy Storage" with updated financial targets, while addressing the uncertainties within global trade and geopolitical landscapes affecting both their marine and energy sectors.Wärtsilä Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.wartsila.com/investors/reports-presentations/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - StoraEnso
This podcast presents Stora Enso's Interim Report for Q1 2025, detailing their financial performance, operational highlights, and strategic direction. The report indicates improved profitability driven by increased sales and optimized costs, despite a volatile market. Key initiatives include the ramp-up of a new packaging board line in Oulu and a strategic reorganization emphasizing renewable packaging. Furthermore, the company outlines its outlook for 2025, discussing anticipated market conditions, capital expenditures, and sustainability progress toward its climate and circularity goals.Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.storaenso.com/en/investorsAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Neste
This podcast offers a comprehensive overview of Neste Corporation's financial performance and strategic initiatives, particularly focusing on its Q1 2025 interim report and conference call transcript. They detail the company's operational stability despite challenging market conditions, highlighting a decrease in comparable EBITDA and lower margins in renewable and oil products due to high feedstock prices and a mild winter. The documents emphasize Neste's performance improvement program, aiming for significant EBITDA run rate improvement by the end of 2026, and their commitment to sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production and investment, notably with the Rotterdam expansion. Furthermore, the texts touch upon the impact of geopolitical tensions and trade policies, while also providing detailed financial statements, key market drivers, and forward-looking guidance for 2025, emphasizing safety, cost reduction, and strategic investments.Neste Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.neste.com/investors/financials/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Amer Sports
This podcast provides a comprehensive overview of Amer Sports, Inc. (NYSE: AS), a global company specializing in sports equipment, apparel, and footwear. They include an investor-focused snapshot of the company's stock performance and financial health, detailing key statistics like market capitalization, revenue, and earnings per share, alongside an in-depth look at their first-quarter 2025 earnings and their outlook for the remainder of the year, addressing factors like tariff impacts and growth strategies across their core segments: Technical Apparel, Outdoor Performance, and Ball & Racquet Sports. The texts emphasize strong performance from key brands like Arc'teryx and Salomon, highlighting their growth in direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels and international markets, particularly Greater China. The information also covers analyst consensus on valuation and historical stock performance, indicating a positive trajectory and future growth potential despite macro uncertainties.Amer Sports Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://investors.amersports.com/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Wärtsilä
This comprehensive podcast about Wärtsilä outlines the company's corporate governance structure, detailing the roles of the Board of Directors, Group Management, and internal control systems. It provides an overview of their financial performance in 2024, highlighting strong organic growth in order intake and net sales, particularly in the marine sector driven by decarbonization efforts. The report also addresses significant risks and opportunities, including geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and the critical challenge of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in their products. Furthermore, it emphasizes Wärtsilä's commitment to sustainability, with clear targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and developing zero-carbon fuel solutions. Finally, the document covers employee well-being, continuous improvement initiatives, and details regarding the company's shares and shareholder information.2024 Annual Report:https://www.wartsila.com/investors/reports-presentations/annual-report/annual-report-materialAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - StoraEnso
This podcast offers a comprehensive overview of Stora Enso's financial performance, strategic operations, and governance structure for the year 2024. They detail the company's various divisions, including Packaging Materials, Packaging Solutions, Biomaterials, and Wood Products, highlighting their key offerings and market positions. The reports also explain Stora Enso's commitment to sustainability, outlining its policies, targets, and progress in areas like climate change mitigation, biodiversity, and circular economy principles, all while addressing risk management and adherence to reporting standards like the EU Taxonomy and ESRS. Lastly, the documents provide insights into corporate governance, shareholder information, and financial accounting principles, including details on asset valuation and executive remuneration.2024 Annual Report:https://www.storaenso.com/en/investorsAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Neste
This podcast about Neste Corporation's 2024 Annual Report, providing a comprehensive overview of its operations and performance. The reports detail Neste's financial results, including revenue, EBITDA, and capital expenditures, while also outlining its strategic priorities focused on expanding renewable fuel production, particularly in Rotterdam and Porvoo. Significant attention is given to sustainability, covering environmental impacts like greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity initiatives, along with social aspects such as workforce conditions and human rights in the supply chain. Furthermore, the reports elaborate on Neste's corporate governance structure, including the roles of the Board of Directors and various committees, and delineate the company's risk management framework across operational, market, and geopolitical factors.2024 Annual Report:https://www.neste.com/investors/financials/annual-reportAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Amer Sports
This comprehensive annual report from Wärtsilä outlines the company's corporate governance structure, detailing the roles of the Board of Directors, Group Management, and internal control systems. It provides an overview of their financial performance in 2024, highlighting strong organic growth in order intake and net sales, particularly in the marine sector driven by decarbonization efforts. The report also addresses significant risks and opportunities, including geopolitical tensions, technological advancements, and the critical challenge of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in their products. Furthermore, it emphasizes Wärtsilä's commitment to sustainability, with clear targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and developing zero-carbon fuel solutions. Finally, the document covers employee well-being, continuous improvement initiatives, and details regarding the company's shares and shareholder information.2024 Annual Report:https://investors.amersports.com/stock-and-financial-info/annual-reports/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - FORTUM
This discsussion provides an overview of Fortum's first quarter results for 2025, highlighting key financial performance and strategic developments. It indicates a decrease in comparable operating profit and cash flow compared to the previous year, primarily attributed to lower achieved power prices and reduced power volumes, despite successful generation optimization efforts yielding a double-digit optimisation premium. The report also notes a softer power price environment influenced by warmer weather and high hydro reservoir levels in the Nordic region, alongside positive developments in strategy implementation such as renewables pipeline progress and a strong financial position with zero financial net debt. Finally, it touches upon the increasing uncertainty stemming from the geopolitical situation.FORTUM Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.fortum.com/investors/reports-and-presentationsAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - UPM
This discussion provides a detailed look at UPM's financial and operational performance, particularly focusing on the first quarter of 2025. They highlight the company's diverse business segments, including decarbonization solutions, advanced materials, renewable fibers, and communication papers. The reports also emphasize UPM's commitment to sustainability, outlining their climate goals and responsible forestry practices. Financial results show mixed performance across divisions, with improving conditions in some areas and ongoing challenges in others, alongside a discussion of strategic investments and the impact of geopolitical uncertainties and trade tensions.UPM Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.upm.com/investors/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Sampo Group
This discussion presents deep dive of Sampo Group's performance and sustainability efforts during the first quarter of 2025. The financial results highlight strong top-line growth, particularly in private insurance segments, and a significant increase in underwriting profit, partly attributed to favorable weather conditions. Sampo also reports progress on integrating Topdanmark, with increased synergy estimates, and an improved Solvency II coverage. From a sustainability perspective, the materials detail Sampo's governance structure, strategic focus areas, and progress on climate targets, including tracking greenhouse gas emissions from both operations and investments, alongside key social metrics like employee demographics and satisfaction.Sampo Group's Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.sampo.com/investors/quarterly-reporting/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Nokia
This discussion analyses the Q1 interim reports from Nokia and it'sfinancial performance and strategic moves during the first quarter of 2025. Key highlights include the acquisition and integration of Infinera, intended to boost Nokia's presence in optical networks and with hyperscalers. Despite an overall net sales decline compared to the previous year, attributed partly to a large patent licensing deal in Q1 2024, Network Infrastructure and Cloud and Network Services segments showed growth. Profitability was impacted by the challenging comparison period and a one-time Mobile Networks contract settlement, though adjusted free cash flow remained positive. The reports also mention the appointment of a new CEO, plans for shareholder distribution, and progress on sustainability goals.Nokia Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.nokia.com/about-us/investors/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Nordea
This discussion provides summary of Nordea Bank's financial report for the first quarter of 2025. It provides an overview of the company's financial performance, including operating profit, income and expense items, as well as the balance sheet and capital. The report also discusses the performance of the business areas, such as Personal and Business Banking and Wealth Management, and offers views on market and macroeconomic development. It presents key figures, such as return on equity and capital adequacy ratios, and informs about corporate restructurings, dividend policy, and regulatory changes.Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.nordea.com/en/investors/latest-interim-resultsAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2025 Q1 Interim Report - Kone
This discussions is about the Q1 2025 interim report for KONE, a company specializing in elevators, escalators, and automatic doors. It details the company's financial performance for the first three months of 2025, highlighting growth in orders and sales, particularly in Modernization and Service sectors, despite a decline in the New Building Solutions market, especially in China. The report also outlines profitability metrics, changes in the market outlook for 2025, and information on corporate governance, sustainability efforts, risks, and financial position. Overall, it paints a picture of a solid start to the year with strategic focus on key growth areas and operational efficiency.KONE Q1 2025 Interim report link:https://www.kone.com/en/investors/AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Fortum
This podcast of Fortum provides a comprehensive overview of the company's 2024 performance, governance, and remuneration practices. The CEO's business review highlights key financial achievements, strategic priorities focused on clean energy and decarbonisation, and market developments in the Nordic power sector. The governance report details Fortum's adherence to reporting standards, its governing bodies' roles and responsibilities, including the Board of Directors and management, and its risk management and auditing approach. 2024 Annual Report:https://www.fortum.com/investors/reports-and-presentations/fortum-annual-review-2024AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - UPM
UPM's 2024 annual report details the company's financial performance, noting improvements driven by new pulp mill operations and advanced materials, alongside strategic actions for growth. The report extensively covers UPM's sustainability initiatives, outlining its commitment to renewable materials, decarbonization, and environmental responsibility through adherence to standards like ESRS and GRI. Furthermore, it provides insights into corporate governance, risk management, employee relations, and engagement with stakeholders and local communities. The document also features financial statements, auditor's reports, and sustainability assurance, offering a comprehensive view of UPM's activities and future outlook.2024 Annual Report:https://user-fudicvo.cld.bz/UPM-Annual-Report-2024AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Sampo Group 2024
This podcast is going through Sampo plc's 2024 board report, encompassing financial statements and a sustainability statement. The financial section details the group's performance across its business areas like If, Topdanmark, and Hastings, including profit and loss, balance sheets, and cash flow. It also outlines a dividend proposal and the outlook for 2025, alongside discussions of financial position, leverage, and ratings. The sustainability section addresses environmental, social, and governance matters, covering topics from climate risks and emissions to employee wellbeing and business conduct, following EU reporting standards. Finally, the report includes governance information, board details, and the independent auditor's reports on both the financial statements and the sustainability statement.2024 Annual Report:https://www.sampo.com/globalassets/year2024/group/sampo2024_board_report_financial_statements.pdfAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Nokia
Nokia's 2024 annual report details the company's strategic focus on customer value through secure, future-proof technology and open network architectures. The report highlights key achievements across its business groups, including significant network infrastructure deals and growth in mobile networks and private wireless. Financial performance is reviewed, noting a decrease in net sales offset by strong growth in Nokia Technologies. Sustainability is presented as a core pillar, with commitments to environmental targets and ethical practices throughout its operations and supply chain. The report also covers corporate governance, risk management, and the remuneration of its board and leadership team, offering a comprehensive overview of Nokia's activities and outlook for the future.2024 Annual Report:https://www.nokia.com/system/files/2025-03/nokia-annual-report-2024_1.pdfAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - Nordea Bank ABP
The provided podcast constitutes Nordea Bank ABP's 2024 annual report, offering a comprehensive overview of the financial institution's performance and standing. It details strategic priorities, financial results, and sustainability efforts, including adherence to EU Taxonomy regulations. The report also addresses risk management, corporate governance, and employee matters, alongside detailed financial statements and auditor's opinions. Furthermore, it outlines the bank's approach to climate change, community engagement, and anti-money laundering measures, reflecting its operational scope across the Nordic region.2024 Annual Report:https://www.nordea.com/en/doc/annual-report-nordea-bank-abp-2024-0.pdfAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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2024 Annual Review - KONE
The discussion of KONE Corporation's 2024 annual review, offers a comprehensive overview of the company's performance, strategic objectives, and financial standing. It details KONE's focus on driving modernization, winning in the residential sector, and cutting carbon emissions, alongside the inherent stability of its service business model. The review covers various aspects, including financial results across different geographical areas and business lines, sustainability initiatives and targets, risk management strategies, corporate governance structures including the board and executive board, and detailed financial statements with accounting principles and auditor's reports. Furthermore, it outlines the company's market outlook for 2025 and its commitment to research and development for innovative and sustainable solutions.2024 Annual Report:https://www.kone.com/en/Images/KONE_Annual%20Review_2024_tcm17-134328.pdfAI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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From Finland’s top publicly traded companies, we unravel the stories hidden in their annual and quarterly reports - decoding the numbers to uncover what’s really driving the headlines. AI-generated content which can sometimes contain errors. Please verify independently. Not investment or financial advice.
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