Interim report October-December 2018:Improved operating profit despite production loss
Market conditions remained good in the last quarter of 2018, with strong demand for highly upgraded iron ore products and a favourable dollar exchange rate. Although the pelletizing plant in Svappavaara was out of operation for the entire quarter, LKAB is reporting improved operating profit both for the quarter and for the full year.Net sales increased in the fourth quarter to MSEK 6,911 (6,208) and operating profit amounted to MSEK 1,900 (1,324), mainly due to the positive contribution of market prices for highly upgraded iron ore products combined with a strong dollar. Operating cash flow