- Net sales increased to SEK 49,875m (46,099) and income for the period from continuing operations amounted to SEK 773m (748), or SEK 2.62 (2.57) per share
- European appliances results lower, reflecting the clearance of inventories related to the EU directive on hazardous materials
- North American appliances sales up and margin stable
- Floor-care products up strongly in North America and Europe
- Continued strong profit in Latin America
- Strong cash flow in the second quarter
- Group outlook for 2006 is maintained
- Outdoor Products is reported as discontinued operations
For more information
Peter Nyquist, Vice President, Investor Relations and Financial Information: +46 8 738 60 03
Financial information from Electrolux is also available at www.electrolux.com/ir
