ASSA ABLOY Reports Accelerated Sales Growth and Record Margin in Q2 2026
ASSA ABLOY announced its second-quarter 2026 results, showing accelerated organic sales growth of 4% and a record operating margin. Net sales reached SEK 39.3 billion.
Security solutions provider ASSA ABLOY reported an accelerated sales growth and a record margin for the second quarter of 2026. Net sales totaled SEK 39,259 million, an increase from SEK 38,015 million in the same period last year. Organic growth was 4%, with acquisitions contributing an additional 2% to sales. Currency exchange rates had a negative impact of 3%.
The company saw strong organic sales growth in the EMEIA region, along with good performance in the Americas, Global Technologies, and Entrance Systems divisions. However, sales declined in the Asia Pacific region. During the quarter, ASSA ABLOY completed five acquisitions with combined annual sales of approximately SEK 2,000 million.
Operating income (EBITA) rose to SEK 7,091 million from SEK 6,555 million a year ago, resulting in an improved operating margin of 18.1% compared to 17.2%. Net income for the quarter was SEK 4,422 million, up from SEK 3,962 million. Operating cash flow also saw significant improvement, reaching SEK 6,300 million from SEK 5,452 million.
President and CEO Nico Delvaux highlighted the company's decentralized organization and commitment to innovation as key drivers of its performance. ASSA ABLOY has increased its R&D investments, leading to the launch of over 4,000 products and solutions and more than 2,000 patent applications since 2018. Approximately 25% of the company's sales are generated from products launched within the last three years.