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    Clas Ohlson’s 100th store in Norway is now open

    Clas Ohlson now has 100 stores in the Norwegian market. The hundredth store opened today in Egersund, south of Stavanger."It’s incredibly great to reach the milestone of 100 stores in Norway. We opened our first Norwegian store in 1991, and since then, Norwegians have truly embraced Clas Ohlson," says Rune Johansen, Country Operations Manager. The store has a sales area of 920 square meters and is located in Alti Eikunda shopping center in the heart of Egersund. When the store opened at 10 a.m. today, many customers were waiting outside the store. "We know we’ve been eagerly awaited

    Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in October compared to the previous year

    Net sales amounted to 972 MSEK (838), an increase by 16 per cent, of which 9 per cent relates to organic growth*, -2 per cent to currency effects and 8 per cent to sales in Spares Group. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 16 stores (reduction of 3 stores in the previous year). The total number of stores at the end of the period was 237.Total net sales for the period May-October 2024 amounted to 5,424 MSEK (4,653), an increase by 17 per cent compared with the corresponding period in the previous year, of which 9 per cent relates to

    Clas Ohlson returns to central Fredrikstad, Norway

    Clas Ohlson's new store in Værstetorvet shopping centre in Fredrikstad is now open. Clas Ohlson now once again has two stores in Fredrikstad."We’ve been in Fredrikstad for nearly 20 years, and we know that we are highly appreciated here. It’s very exciting to have two stores again and to be back in the city centre," says Rune Johansen, Country Operations Manager. Clas Ohlson's previous store in central Fredrikstad closed in 2022 due to structural concerns in the building where it was located. Since then, Clas Ohlson has only had one store, at Østfoldhallene outside Fredrikstad. The new

    Grand Opening for Clas Ohlson in Tynset, Norway

    Customers showed great interest when Clas Ohlson's new store in Tynset, Norway, opened this morning. The store is Clas Ohlson's first in northern Østerdalen, where Tynset is located."This area has previously been a blank spot for us, and we know we've been eagerly awaited in this part of Norway. Now we're reaching new customers who previously had a long way to the nearest Clas Ohlson store," says Rune Johansen, Country Operations Manager. Tynset is a commercial centre for the northern parts of Østerdalen in central Norway, and Clas Ohlson's new store is well located at the entrance to

    Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in September compared to the previous year

    Net sales amounted to 860 MSEK (762), an increase by 13 per cent, of which 8 per cent relates to organic growth*, -4 per cent to currency effects and 9 per cent to sales in Spares Group. Compared with the same month of the preceding year, the store network increased by a net of 15 stores (reduction of 3 stores in the previous year). The total number of stores at the end of the period was 236.Total net sales for the period May-September 2024 amounted to 4,452 MSEK (3,815), an increase by 17 per cent compared with the corresponding period in the previous year, of which 9 per cent relates to

    Clas Ohlson is back in Burlöv

    Clas Ohlson's new store in Burlöv Center opened this morning. After a four-year absence, Clas Ohlson is now back in Burlöv just outside Malmö in southern Sweden."We are very happy to be back and once again able to serve our customers in Burlöv. Burlöv Center has experienced strong growth in recent years, and with the new store, we will be even more accessible to our customers in Burlöv and the Malmö area," says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager. The new store has a sales area of 1,156 square meters and becomes Clas Ohlson’s sixth store in and around Malmö. "Together with

    Clas Ohlson's 100th store in Sweden has opened

    This morning, Clas Ohlson opened its new store in Boglundsängen in Örebro. With this new store, Clas Ohlson now has 100 stores in the Swedish market.“It feels absolutely fantastic to reach the milestone of 100 stores in Sweden! We have a very strong position in Sweden and are highly anticipated when we open new stores. We are now planning to open even more stores in Sweden,” says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager. The new store in Örebro is located in Boglundsängen retail park northwest of central Örebro. The store has a sales area of 1,240 square meters and will be Clas

    Clas Ohlson expands in Tønsberg, Norway

    Clas Ohlson's new store in Tønsberg, Norway, opened this morning. The store is Clas Ohlson's second store in the city."We have been a  popular destination in Tønsberg ever since we established our first store in the city 23 years ago. We are very happy to be able to grow in Tønsberg and become even more accessible," says Rune Johansen, Country Operations Manager. The new Clas Ohlson store is located in the newly built  Kilen Handelspark, just outside Tønsberg city centre. The first phase of the retail park was opened in June this year, and now the second phase has been completed,

    Press release from the Annual General Meeting of Clas Ohlson AB (publ) on 6 September 2024

    On Friday, 6 September 2024, Clas Ohlson AB held a physical Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the 2023/24 financial year with the option of advance voting (postal voting) in accordance with the provisions of Clas Ohlson AB’s Articles of Association, at which the main resolutions below were made.For more detailed information on the proposals addressed by the AGM, please refer to the notification of the AGM which was published on 31 July 2024. The notification of the AGM and the complete proposals pertaining to the AGM resolutions listed below are available on Clas Ohlson AB’s website, https://

    Clas Ohlson's new store in Lidingö is open – The first of seven openings this autumn

    Clas Ohlson’s focus on establishing new stores continues, and today Clas Ohlson opened its new store in Lidingö Centrum outside Stockholm. This is the first of seven planned store openings this autumn."We are very pleased to open in Lidingö Centrum to become even more accessible in eastern Stockholm. It's also fantastic that we even more openings to look forward to this autumn," says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager. The new store in Lidingö has a sales area of 679 square meters. The store offers a wide and affordable range of products, including lighting, storage, and

    Clas Ohlson interim report Q1 2024/25

    Continued strong sales and earnings performanceFirst quarter – 1 May to 31 July · Net sales amounted to 2,623 MSEK (2,193), an increase of 20%, of which 10% relates to organic growth, 0% to currency effects and 10% to sales in Spares Group · Online sales amounted to 494 MSEK (253). Excluding Spares Group, online sales amounted to 283 MSEK (253), an increase of 12% · Operating profit amounted to 203 MSEK (-16*) · Profit after tax totalled 146 MSEK (-26) · Earnings per share was SEK 2.30 (-0.42) Events after the end of the reporting period · Net sales in August

    Invitation to Clas Ohlson’s Q1 presentation on 4 September

    Clas Ohlson will publish its interim report for the first quarter 2024/25 on 4 September 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 first quarter on Wednesday 4 September 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 to July 2024 will be published at 7:00 a.m. CET and the report and presentation material

    Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in July compared to the previous year

    Sales in July, excluding the acquired Spares Group, increased by 10 per cent to 852 MSEK (775). Organic sales increased by 12 per cent compared to the previous year. Sales in comparable units and local currency increased by 9 per cent compared to the previous year.Sales including Spares Group amounted to 922 MSEK (775). Compared to the same month last year the store network has increased by 12 stores. At the end of the period, the total number of stores was 233 (221).  Distribution of sales Month Accumulated July Change May-July

    Notification of Annual General Meeting of Clas Ohlson AB (publ)

    The shareholders of Clas Ohlson AB (publ), reg. no. 556035-8672 are notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held at 11.00 a.m. on CEST on Friday, 6 September 2024 at Tegera Arena in Leksand, Sweden. Registration will begin at 9.45 a.m. CEST. We will be offering refreshments in conjunction with the AGM. The Board of Directors has resolved that shareholders may exercise their right to vote at the AGM through advanced voting (postal voting) in accordance with the provisions in the company’s Articles of Association.Right to participate and notification Participation at the meeting

    The Nomination Committee’s proposal for Board of Directors of Clas Ohlson

    The Nomination Committee today announces its proposal for the composition of the Board of Directors ahead of the Clas Ohlson AB (publ) Annual General Meeting on Friday 6 September 2024.The Board of Directors shall, according to the proposal, consist of eight members. The Nomination Committee proposes re-election of Board members Kenneth Bengtsson, Mengmeng Du, Mathias Haid, Patrik Hofbauer, Håkan Lundstedt, Charlotte Strömberg and Göran Sundström. Anne Thorstvedt Sjöberg has declared that she will not be standing for reelection. The Nomination Committee proposes that Stefan Sjöstrand

    Clas Ohlson publishes Annual and Sustainability Report for 2023/24

    Clas Ohlson’s Annual and Sustainability Report for 2023/24 is now available at about.clasohlson.com.The Annual and Sustainability Report contains highlights from the financial year, as well as follow-up on the company's objectives in terms of financial development and sustainability. The Annual and Sustainability Report is available here  in both Swedish and English versions and is designed to be read primarily on screen. There will be a limited amount of printed copies available which can be ordered via telephone +46 247 444 00 or via e-mail ir@clasohlson.se.

    Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in June compared to the previous year

    Sales in June, excluding the acquired Spares Group, increased by 5 per cent to 789 MSEK (748). Organic sales increased by 6 per cent compared to the previous year. Sales in comparable units and local currency increased by 3 per cent compared to the previous year.Sales including Spares Group amounted to 853 MSEK (748). Compared to the same month last year the store network has increased by 12 stores. At the end of the period, the total number of stores was 233 (221).  Distribution of sales Month Accumulated June Change May-June

    Clas Ohlson is now back in central Helsingborg

    Clas Ohlson's new store on Kullagatan in Helsingborg in Sweden is now open, marking the company's return to the city centre. There was significant interest when the store opened on Tuesday morning."We know we are highly appreciated in Helsingborg. It feels fantastic to be able to return to the city centre after four years. With our two stores, it will be convenient for the people of Helsingborg to find what they need for their home fixing," says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager. Clas Ohlson's previous store in central Helsingborg closed in 2020, and since then, Clas Ohlson

    Clas Ohlson year-end report 2023/24

    Positive result in the fourth quarter concludes a strong financial yearFourth quarter – 1 February to 30 April · Sales excluding the acquired Spares Group increased by 12% to 1,998 MSEK (1,776), an organic growth of 13% and an increase of 12% in comparable units. Sales including Spares Group amounted to 2,167 MSEK (1,776) · Sales online excluding Spares Group increased by 11% to 246 MSEK (220).  Sales online including Spares Group amounted to 414 MSEK (220) · Operating profit amounted to 65 MSEK (-7) · The operating margin was 3.0% (-0.4) · Net debt/EBITDA (12 months) excl

    Clas Ohlson expands in Drammen with a new store

    This morning, Clas Ohlson opened a new store in Drammen, south of Oslo. Clas Ohlson now has three stores in Drammen."It feels incredibly exciting to continue growing in Drammen and open a third store. The new store is very easily accessible and allows us to now cover the entire Drammen municipality," says Rune Johansen, Country Operations Manager. The new store is located in CC Drammen shopping centre in eastern Drammen and has a sales area of 860 square meters. The store offers the entire Clas Ohlson range, including storage and cleaning products, technology products, and products for

    Invitation to Clas Ohlson’s Q4 presentation on 5 June

    Clas Ohlson will publish its year-end report for the fiscal year 2023/24 on 5 June 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 year-end report 2023/24 on Wednesday 5 June at 9:00 a.m. CET where President and CEO Kristofer Tonström and CFO Pernilla Walfridsson will comment on the report. The year-end report for 2023/24 will be published at 7:00 a.m. CET and the report and presentation material will be available at about.clasohlson.com (

    Clas Ohlson’s second store in Lund is now open

    There was great interest when Clas Ohlson's new store in central Lund in southern Sweden opened this morning. This store is Clas Ohlson's second store in Lund.“It feels incredibly exciting to open another store in Lund and to now establish ourselves in the city centre. There has been a demand for Clas Ohlson in many years, and we know that we meet a great need with our wide and affordable range of products," says Andreas Helgesson, Country Operations Manager. Many customers waited outside the store before the opening at 10 am today. The new store has a sales area of 630 square meters and

    Clas Ohlson’s sales increased in April compared to the previous year

    Sales in April, excluding the acquired Spares Group, increased by 17 per cent to 714 MSEK (612). Organic sales increased by 16 per cent compared to the previous year. Sales in comparable units and local currency increased by 14 per cent compared to the previous year. April sales were positively impacted by calendar effects of approximately 5 percentage points.Sales including Spares Group amounted to 785 MSEK (612). Online sales, excluding Spares Group, increased by 22 per cent to 96 MSEK (79). Online sales, including Spares Group, amounted to 167 MSEK (79). Compared to the same month last

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