* Net sales for continuing operations increased by 1.5% to SEK 24,930m (24,553) and income for the period amounted to SEK 492m (232), or SEK 1.76 (0.79) per share
* Net sales rose by 7.5% in comparable currencies
* Operating income rose by 26.2% to SEK 757m, excluding items affecting comparability
* Improved results across all business areas
* The Group gained market shares in Europe, North America and Latin America
* Improved mix and growth in sales generated positive effects
* Higher prices for raw materials adversely affected income in the quarter
* Marketing activities increased, particularly for appliances in Europe