Total return
The opening price for the Electrolux B shares in 2013 was SEK 170.50. The lowest closing price was SEK 154.00 on February 7. The highest closing price was SEK 192.60 on August 5. The closing price for the B share at year-end 2013 was SEK 168.50, which was –1% lower than at year-end 2012.
Total shareholder return during the year was 2.7%. Over the past ten years, the average total return on an investment in Electrolux shares has been 13.3% annually. The corresponding figure for the SIX Return Index was 12.0%.
Performance of the Electrolux share during the year
CEO Statement
In 2013 we continued to deliver above our growth target and delivered 4.5% in organic sales growth.
CEO Statement
I'm convinced that raising product efficiency for the growing middle class is where long-term shareholder value creation lies.
Our products
Electrolux is the only appliance manufacturer in the industry to offer complete solutions for both consumers and professionals. The focus is on innovative and energy-efficient products in the premium segments.
Sustainability
Achieving the Group's vision of sustainability leadership is crucial to realizing the business strategy. The objective is to develop smarter, more accessible, resource-efficient solutions that meet people's needs and improve their lives. Read the comprehensive sustainability performance review.
Awards & recognition
Financial Reporting
Net sales for the Electrolux Group in 2013 amounted to SEK 109,151m, as against SEK 109,994m in the previous year. The organic sales growth was 4.5%, while currencies had an impact of -5.3%.
