﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:media="http://search.yahoo.com/mrss/"><channel><title>Cision News</title><link>https://news.cision.com</link><description>Cision is the leading global provider of media research, distribution, monitoring and evaluation services. With over 40 locations throughout the world, Cision provides the insight, expertise and intelligence that improve performance and build reputations.</description><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:01:37 GMT</pubDate><image><title>Cision News</title><width>146</width><height>60</height><link>https://news.cision.com</link><url>https://news.cision.com/Content/img/news-logo.png</url></image><item><title>Clas Ohlson reaches new milestone as 250th store opens</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-reaches-new-milestone-as-250th-store-opens,c4357064</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5377810</guid><description><![CDATA[There was strong customer interest when Clas Ohlson’s new store at E-center in Söderhamn opened this morning. Clas Ohlson now has a total of 250 stores.
“We have a strong position in our home markets. Over the past three years, we have opened 30 new stores, and it feels fantastic to open our 250th store and reach this new milestone,” says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager.

With Thursday’s opening, Clas Ohlson now has 108 stores in Sweden, 103 in Norway and 39 in Finland. A further five stores are currently under contract.

“Our store network is a tremendous asset. With]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:20:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson presents updated financial targets at Capital Markets Day</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-presents-updated-financial-targets-at-capital-markets-day,c4356820</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5375836</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson is today arranging a Capital Markets Day where President and CEO Kristofer Tonström, together with the rest of Group Management, will provide an in-depth picture of the company's strategy and future development. In addition, updated financial targets for the coming three-year period will be presented.
Since the new strategy was launched in 2022, Clas Ohlson has developed into a structurally stronger company with improved profitability, stronger cash flow and higher return on capital. With clear strengths in assortment, brand and customer meeting, and a clearly differentiated]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson Year-end report 2025/26</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-year-end-report-2025-26,c4356813</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5375851</guid><description><![CDATA[A strong end to the year – continued positive momentum
Fourth quarter – 1 February to 30 April

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Net sales amounted to 2,611 MSEK (2,343), an increase of 11%, of which 9% related to organic growth, 2% acquisition and 0% to currency effects

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Online sales amounted to 615 MSEK (493), an increase of 25%, of which 11% related to acquisitions

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Operating profit amounted to 180 MSEK (109)

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Profit after tax totalled 139 MSEK (80)

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Earnings per share was 2.18 SEK (1.26)

Financial year– 1 May to 30 April

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Net sales amounted to 12,514 MSEK (11,627), an]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Invitation to Clas Ohlson’s Q4 presentation and Capital Markets Day on 3 June</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/invitation-to-clas-ohlson-s-q4-presentation-and-capital-markets-day-on-3-june,c4350607</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5366553</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson will publish its year-end report for the fiscal year 2025/26 on 3 June at 7:00 a.m. CEST. A webcasted presentation of the report will be held at 9:00 a.m. CEST the same day. Later the same day, at 1:00 p.m. CEST, the company will hold a Capital Markets Day, as previously invited.
Clas Ohlson invites investors, financial analysts and the media to a webcasted presentation of the year-end report 2025/26 on Wednesday 3 June at 9:00 a.m. CEST where President and CEO Kristofer Tonström and CFO Pernilla Walfridsson will comment on the report. The year-end report for 2025/26 will be]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in April compared to the previous year</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-sales-increased-in-april-compared-to-the-previous-year,c4346236</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5359623</guid><description><![CDATA[Net sales in April amounted to 929 MSEK (814), an increase of 14 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 2 per cent acquisition[2] and 2 per cent currency effects. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 8 stores. The total number of stores at the end of the period was 249 (241).
Total net sales for the period May 2025-April 2026 amounted to 12,514 MSEK (11,627), an increase of 8 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 1 per cent acquisition[2] and -2 per cent currency effects.

[][][][]]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson further strengthens its presence in Västerås</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-further-strengthens-its-presence-in-vasteras,c4341947</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5353472</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson’s new store in Västerås in Sweden opened this morning. The store is Clas Ohlson’s third location in Västerås.
“We opened our first store in Västerås back in 2001, and we know our customers really value us. It feels fantastic to strengthen our already strong presence,” says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager.

The new Clas Ohlson store is located in Hälla retail area, east of the city centre. This means Clas Ohlson now has stores in the two largest retail areas in Västerås, as well as in the city centre.

“We have secured a highly visible and easily accessible]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:29:55 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson opens new store in Kalmar</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-opens-new-store-in-kalmar,c4339615</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5350042</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson’s new store in Kvarteret Giraffen shopping centre in Kalmar opened this morning. The company now once again has two stores in Kalmar.
“We established our first store in Kalmar back in 2005. It is very positive that we are continuing to invest in the city and that we now once again have two stores here,” says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager.

In recent years, Clas Ohlson has operated one store in Kalmar, located in the Hansa City retail park just outside the city. With this opening, the company returns to a central location at Kvarteret Giraffen shopping centre,]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:29:51 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Two new Clas Ohlson stores now open</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/two-new-clas-ohlson-stores-now-open,c4338796</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5349080</guid><description><![CDATA[This morning, Clas Ohlson opened new stores in Värnamo, Sweden, and Tampere, Finland, strengthening its presence in both markets.
The first store to open today was the new Clas Ohlson location in Lielahti, just west of central Tampere. Many customers had gathered outside the store, which is located in a retail park and has a sales area of 1,065 square metres.

“We’re delighted to open another store in Finland. This will be our third store in and around Tampere, further strengthening our presence in the region,” says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager.

Thursday morning also]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 23 Apr 2026 09:51:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Invitation to Clas Ohlson Capital Markets Day on 3 June 2026</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/invitation-to-clas-ohlson-capital-markets-day-on-3-june-2026,c4336291</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5344944</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson invites investors, analysts and financial media to a Capital Markets Day on 3 June 2026.
The Capital Markets Day will be held in Inderes Studio at Västra Trädgårdsgatan 19, Stockholm. It is also possible to participate digitally. The event starts at 1 PM CEST and is expected to last until approximately 4 PM CEST. Registration for both physical and digital participation takes place via https://clas-ohlson.events.inderes.com/cmd-2026.

During the Capital Markets Day, President and CEO Kristofer Tonström, together with other representatives of senior management, will provide an in-]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s science-based climate targets validated by SBTi</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-science-based-climate-targets-validated-by-sbti,c4336162</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5344875</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson’s near-term, long-term and net-zero climate targets have been validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The validation confirms that the targets conform with SBTi criteria and provides a clear framework for continued emissions reductions in Clas Ohlson’s own operations and across the value chain.
“Having our climate targets validated by SBTi is an important milestone for Clas Ohlson. It gives us a clear, science-based framework for continuing to reduce emissions in our own operations and across the value chain, to develop a more sustainable customer offering,”]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in March compared to the previous year</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-sales-increased-in-march-compared-to-the-previous-year,c4332363</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5339472</guid><description><![CDATA[Net sales in March amounted to 902 MSEK (814), an increase of 11 per cent, of which 8 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 2 per cent acquisition[2] and 0 per cent currency effects. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 6 stores. The total number of stores at the end of the period was 245 (239).
Total net sales for the period May 2025-March 2026 amounted to 11,585 MSEK (10,813), an increase of 7 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 1 per cent acquisition[2] and -2 per cent currency effects.

[][][][]]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>New store strengthens Clas Ohlson’s presence in Bergen</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/new-store-strengthens-clas-ohlson-s-presence-in-bergen,c4323469</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5327147</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson opened a new store in Os in Norway this morning. The opening marks the company’s seventh location in the Bergen area.
“We are very excited to open our new store in Os and further strengthen our presence in the Bergen region,” says Christian Egeland, Sales & Operations Manager.

The new store, Clas Ohlson’s seventh in the region, is located in Thon Senter Os shopping centre, which recently added a new floor to accommodate the store. A new tunnel has improved travel options to Bergen, and the municipality has seen positive population growth since the tunnel opened.

“Os has]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:37:30 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson interim report Q3 2025/26</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-interim-report-q3-2025-26,c4319481</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5321486</guid><description><![CDATA[Continued progress - increased sales and profits
Third quarter – 1 November to 31 January

  · Net sales amounted to 4,080 MSEK (3,859), an increase of 6%, of which 8% related to organic growth, 1% acquisition and -3% to currency effects
  · Online sales amounted to 843 MSEK (717), an increase of 17%, of which 6% related to acquisitions
  · Operating profit amounted to 659 MSEK (553)
  · Profit after tax totalled 514 MSEK (426)
  · Earnings per share was 8.09 SEK (6.72)

Nine months – 1 May to 31 January

  · Net sales amounted to 9,903 MSEK (9,284), an increase of 7%, of which 9%]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 11 Mar 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Save the date: Clas Ohlson Capital Markets Day on 3 June 2026</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/save-the-date--clas-ohlson-capital-markets-day-on-3-june-2026,c4315885</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5317461</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson will hold a Capital Markets Day for investors, analysts and the financial media on 3 June 2026 in Stockholm.
The presentations will start around lunchtime (CET). Detailed information about registration, location and agenda will be published closer to the event. Participants can choose between attending in person in central Stockholm or following the Capital Markets Day via webcast.

For further information, please contact: 
Niklas Carlsson, Head of External Communications and IR, +46 247 444 29, niklas.carlsson@clasohlson.se]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 04 Mar 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Invitation to Clas Ohlson’s Q3 presentation on 11 March</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/invitation-to-clas-ohlson-s-q3-presentation-on-11-march,c4310714</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5312446</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson will publish its interim report for the third quarter 2025/26 on 11 March at 7:00 a.m. CET. A webcasted presentation of the report will be held at 9:00 a.m. CET the same day.
Clas Ohlson invites investors, financial analysts and the media to a webcasted presentation of the interim report for the third quarter 2025/26 on Wednesday 11 March at 9:00 a.m. CET where President and CEO Kristofer Tonström and CFO Pernilla Walfridsson will comment on the report. The interim report for the period May 2025 to January 2026 will be published at 7:00 a.m. CET and the report and presentation]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in January compared to the previous year</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-sales-increased-in-january-compared-to-the-previous-year,c4303623</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5301034</guid><description><![CDATA[Net sales in January amounted to 1,005 MSEK (901), an increase of 12 per cent, of which 13 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 2 per cent acquisition[2] and -4 per cent currency effects. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 6 stores. The total number of stores at the end of the period was 244 (238).
Total net sales for the period May 2025-January 2026 amounted to 9,903 MSEK (9,284), an increase of 7 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 0 per cent acquisition[2] and -3 per cent currency effects.

[][][][]]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in December compared to the previous year</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-sales-increased-in-december-compared-to-the-previous-year,c4290147</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5283558</guid><description><![CDATA[Net sales in December amounted to 1,676 MSEK (1,597), an increase of 5 per cent, of which 7 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 1 per cent acquisition[2] and -3 per cent  currency effects. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 6 stores. The total number of stores at the end of the period was 244 (238).
Total net sales for the period May-December 2025 amounted to 8,898 MSEK (8,382), an increase of 6 per cent, of which 8 per cent relates to organic growth[1], 0 per cent acquisition[2] and -2 per cent currency effects.

[][][][]]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson AB’s (publ) Nomination Committee appointed</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-ab-s--publ--nomination-committee-appointed,c4280302</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5271469</guid><description><![CDATA[According to the applicable nomination committee instruction, Clas Ohlson's Nomination Committee is to comprise four members representing the four largest shareholders by voting rights. If a shareholder declines to appoint a member, the next largest shareholder shall be offered to appoint a member. The Chairman of the Board shall be co-opted to the Nomination Committee.
Prior to the annual general meeting 2026, the fourth largest shareholder has declined to appoint a member, wherefore the fifth largest shareholder has instead appointed a member, and the nomination committee has the following]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson interim report Q2 2025/26</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-interim-report-q2-2025-26,c4279396</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5270213</guid><description><![CDATA[Improved profitability and continued strong sales growth
Second quarter – 1 August to 31 October

  · Net sales amounted to 3,009 MSEK (2,801), an increase of 7%, of which 9% relates to organic growth and -2% to currency effects
  · Online sales amounted to 572 MSEK (527), an increase of 8%
  · Operating profit amounted to 410 MSEK (307)
  · Profit after tax totalled 308 MSEK (230)
  · Earnings per share was 4.85 SEK (3.63)

Six months – 1 May to 31 October

  · Net sales amounted to 5,824 MSEK (5,424), an increase of 7%, of which 9% relates to organic growth and -2% to currency]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Invitation to Clas Ohlson’s Q2 presentation on 10 December</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/invitation-to-clas-ohlson-s-q2-presentation-on-10-december,c4272480</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5261565</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson will publish its interim report for the second quarter 2025/26 on 10 December at 7:00 a.m. CET. A webcasted presentation of the report will be held at 9:00 a.m. CET the same day.
Clas Ohlson invites investors, financial analysts and the media to a webcasted presentation of the interim report for the second quarter 2025/26 on Wednesday 10 December at 9:00 a.m. CET where President and CEO Kristofer Tonström and CFO Pernilla Walfridsson will comment on the report. The interim report for the period May 2025 to October 2025 will be published at 7:00 a.m. CET and the report and]]></description><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 09:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson makes long-term investment in its distribution centre in Insjön</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-makes-long-term-investment-in-its-distribution-centre-in-insjon,c4271256</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5259626</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson’s Board of Directors has today decided on an investment in Clas Ohlson’s distribution centre in Insjön amounting to approximately 400-450 MSEK. The investment will enable long-term growth with an efficient logistics hub in the company’s founder town Insjön, Dalarna.
The work on analysing the company’s logistics has been ongoing since spring 2024 with the aim of securing capacity for future growth. After careful analysis, Clas Ohlson has decided to upgrade its existing distribution centre in Insjön, with increased automation and capacity to handle larger volumes for both stores]]></description><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson strengthens its offering in technology, accessories and spare parts – acquires Phonelife and Reservdelaronline</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-strengthens-its-offering-in-technology--accessories-and-spare-parts---acquires-phonelife,c4268612</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5255840</guid><description><![CDATA[Clas Ohlson AB (publ) (“Clas Ohlson”) has today entered into an agreement to acquire 70% of the shares in Phonelife AB (”Phonelife”) and 70% of the shares in Reservdelaronline Sverige AB (”Reservdelaronline”). Phonelife conducts online sales of technology and accessories via the sales channels Teknikmagasinet and Phonelife. Reservdelaronline conducts online sales of spare parts via the sales channel Reservdelaronline.se.
Clas Ohlson’s President and CEO, Kristofer Tonström, comments:

”I am very pleased to welcome Phonelife and Reservdelaronline to Clas Ohlson. Through the acquisitions, we]]></description><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 06:30:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in October compared to the previous year</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/clas-ohlson-s-sales-increased-in-october-compared-to-the-previous-year,c4263173</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5249128</guid><description><![CDATA[Net sales in October amounted to 1,053 MSEK (972), an increase of 8 per cent, of which 10 per cent relates to organic growth[2] and -2 per cent to currency effects. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 7 stores. The total number of stores at the end of the period was 244 (237).
Total net sales for the period May-October 2025 amounted to 5,824 MSEK (5,424), an increase of 7 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth[2] and -2 per cent to currency effects.

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Distribution of sales            Month]]></description><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Third Clas Ohlson store in Vantaa, Finland is now open</title><link>https://news.cision.com/clas-ohlson/r/third-clas-ohlson-store-in-vantaa--finland-is-now-open,c4258317</link><guid isPermaLink="false">cision5243704</guid><description><![CDATA[The 38th Clas Ohlson store in Finland is now open in Tammisto retail park in Vantaa. The new Tammisto store has a retail space of approximately 1,200 m², making it the fourth largest Clas Ohlson store in Finland. It is also the first unit in the Helsinki metropolitan area to be located in a retail park.
In the morning, a large crowd of customers was waiting for the doors to open, and the first 200 visitors received a gift bag.

“It’s wonderful to be celebrating the opening of our new store in Tammisto! The location is excellent and makes us even more accessible in the Helsinki metropolitan]]></description><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 10:49:16 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>