Karo Group publishes the 2025 Annual Summary and Sustainability Statement

Today, on 29 April 2026, Karo Group* is publishing its 2025 Annual Summary and Sustainability Statement on the company’s website, www.karohealthcare.com.       For further information, please contact:   Lisa Westerdahl, Chief People & Sustainability Officer, +46 733 297 004, lisa.westerdahl@karo.com     *) About Karo Group Karo Group consists of Karo Intressenter Holding AB and its subsidiaries, including Karo Healthcare. Karo is a leading European consumer healthcare company with the purpose of delivering "Smart choices for everyday healthcare", empowering people

Karo Healthcare appoints Karine Martin as Chief Financial Officer

Karo Healthcare (“Karo”) has appointed Karine Martin as Chief Financial Officer and member of the Corporate Management Team.   Karine brings more than 20 years of international experience across all aspects of financial leadership, including commercial and corporate finance, financial planning and analysis, M&A, and large-scale transformation programmes. She began her career at Unilever and has since held senior finance roles at globally recognised companies such as GE Healthcare, Ecolab, Intertek and Electrolux.   Most recently, she served as CFO and Group Chief Financial and

Karo Healthcare enters an exclusive license agreement with Moberg Pharma for MOB-015 in Europe

Karo Healthcare AB (“Karo”) has entered an exclusive licensing agreement with Moberg Pharma AB (“Moberg Pharma”) regarding the commercialisation of MOB-015 in Europe. The agreement comprises 19 European markets, enabling a coordinated launch across all key European markets under the leading global antifungal brand Lamisil®[1].     The agreement covers 19 markets, representing a total population of approximately 500 million people, including all major EU countries and the United Kingdom (“Big 5”). It also includes eleven countries where MOB-015 is already approved but not yet

Karo Healthcare appoints Konstanze Gallinatus as Chief Transformation Officer

Karo Healthcare (“Karo”) has appointed Konstanze Gallinatus as Chief Transformation Officer and member of the Corporate Management Team. The appointment of Konstanze reflects Karo’s significant growth ambitions in the years ahead and the steps Karo is taking to develop, strengthen and streamline the company. Karo’s vision is to become a leading European consumer healthcare company with revenues of more than EUR 1 billion and industry-leading profitability by 2030, fueled by continued M&A and by unlocking long-term value from every acquisition. Her extensive experience in transformation,

Karo Healthcare strengthens its portfolio of skin health brands in Northern Europe

Following the closing of KKR’s acquisition of Karo Healthcare (“Karo”) on 27 August, Karo today confirms that the agreement to acquire a portfolio of skin health brands, including ACO, has been transferred to Karo. The pending transaction was previously announced by a KKR-affiliated vehicle and Perrigo Company plc (“Perrigo”) on 14 July, 2025, and the terms remain unchanged with the transaction expected to close in Q1 2026. Perrigo’s Dermacosmetics branded business, which generated more than EUR 120 million in net sales in 2024 across the Nordics, the Netherlands, and Poland, includes trusted,

Karo Group publishes the 2024 Sustainability Report

Today, on 15 April 2025, Karo Group* is publishing its 2024 Sustainability Report on the company’s website, www.karohealthcare.com.     For further information, please contact: Christoffer Lorenzen, CEO, +46 735 017 620, christoffer.lorenzen@karo.com  Lisa Westerdahl, Chief People & Sustainability Officer, +46 733 297 004, lisa.westerdahl@karo.com     *) About Karo Group Karo Group consists of Karo Intressenter Holding AB and its subsidiaries, including Karo Healthcare. Karo is a leading European consumer healthcare company with the purpose of delivering "Smart

Karo Healthcare announces KKR as new owner, following successful strategic transformation into pan-European consumer healthcare player

Karo Healthcare (“Karo”) will change owner following the announcement that EQT has agreed to sell Karo to funds managed by KKR, a leading global investment firm. The transaction marks a significant milestone in Karo’s journey, following a period of rapid transformation, geographic expansion, and strategic portfolio development. Building on its digitised platform, Karo now welcomes new ownership under KKR to accelerate its next phase of growth.   The transaction follows Karo’s significant strategic transformation from a Nordic specialty pharma business into a leading pan-European

Karo Healthcare appoints Egil Molsted Madsen as CFO

We are pleased to announce that Egil Molsted Madsen will assume the role of CFO at Karo starting on 3 October 2024.   Egil, a Danish national, brings a wealth of experience from his previous roles as CFO in the healthcare sector at companies such as Atos Medical, ISS Diagnostica and Agilent/Dako, as well as valuable experience in operating within a private equity context.  Egil has over 15 years of experience as a CFO and qualified as a state authorised public accountant before moving into operational finance roles.   “It is with immense pleasure that I welcome Egil to Karo.

Karo Group publishes the 2023 Sustainability Report

Today, on 15 April 2024, Karo Group* is publishing its 2023 Sustainability Report on the company’s website, www.karohealthcare.com.   For further information, please contact: Christoffer Lorenzen, CEO, +46 735 017 620, christoffer.lorenzen@karo.com  Lisa Westerdahl, Chief People & Sustainability Officer, +46 733 297 004, lisa.westerdahl@karo.com   About Karo Group Karo Group consists of Karo Intressenter Holding AB and its subsidiaries including Karo Healthcare. Karo is a leading European consumer healthcare company with the purpose of delivering "Smart choices for

Karo Healthcare expands its presence in Italy with the acquisition of the rights to Proctosedyl® from Bayer

Karo Healthcare AB (‘Karo’) announces the acquisition of the rights to the OTC brand Proctosedyl from Bayer.   The transaction transfers global dossier ownership to the OTC pharmaceutical Proctosedyl, and exclusive license to the Proctosedyl trademark in Italy, from Bayer to Karo. This acquisition amplifies Karo’s presence in Italy while aligning with Karo’s M&A strategy of focusing on brands with strong equity in categories associated with discomfort and embarrassment.      Proctosedyl is a leading brand in Italy for the treatment of hemorrhoids. The acquisition strengthens and

Karo Healthcare completes the acquisition of the rights to the Global OTC brand Lamisil® from Haleon

Karo Healthcare (‘Karo’) has today completed the previously announced acquisition of the rights to the Global OTC brand Lamisil® from Haleon UK Holdings Ltd. (‘Haleon’) for a total consideration of GBP 235m (EUR 274m). All the necessary conditions for the completion of this transaction have been fully met.   Lamisil is a leading brand for the treatment of fungal infections like Athlete’s foot[1], and with a net sales of EUR 65m in 2022 the brand significantly strengthens our position in the Foot Health category.   “We are proud to welcome Lamisil to our Karo family and look

Karo Healthcare acquires the Global OTC brand Lamisil® from Haleon

Karo Healthcare (‘Karo’) announces the acquisition of the rights to the Global OTC brand Lamisil® from Haleon UK Holdings Ltd. (‘Haleon’) for a total consideration of GBP 235m (EUR 274m) (‘Transaction’). The Transaction transfers ownership of Haleon's topical Lamisil business, which had net sales of EUR 65m in 2022, to Karo. The acquisition scales up Karo’s operations in major European markets as well as expands its presence in markets beyond the current geographical reach. Lamisil is a leading brand for the treatment of fungal infections like Athlete’s foot and is trusted by

Babak Peyami Joins Karo’s Corporate Management Team as new Head of Digital Commerce

Karo Healthcare announces changes to its Corporate Management Team. Robin List transitions to an advisory role and Babak Peyami is promoted to drive Karo’s digital commerce activities.   Babak joined Karo in 2021 as part of the Sylphar acquisition and brings extensive digital expertise to our organization. Alongside Arash Peyami, Babak co-founded Nutravita, a digital-first brand that has become Karo's second-largest brand under their joint leadership. Arash will continue to play a vital role in driving the digital business together with Babak, ensuring the establishment of an optimal

Karo Healthcare publishes the 2022 Sustainability Report

Today, on 24 April 2023, Karo Healthcare is publishing its first separate Sustainability Report on the company’s website, www.karohealthcare.com.   For further information, please contact: Christoffer Lorenzen, CEO, +46 735 017 620, christoffer.lorenzen@karo.com Lisa Westerdahl, VP of People, Sustainability and Corporate Communication, +46 733 297 004, lisa.westerdahl@karo.com   The report is published in English only. This information was submitted for publication on 24 April 2023, at 15:00 CET.     About Karo Healthcare Karo Healthcare is a leading European

Michael Kaltenborn appointed CSDO at Karo

Karo Healthcare (“Karo”) has appointed Michael Kaltenborn as Chief Strategy & Corporate Development Officer (CSDO). The appointment of Michael Kaltenborn reflects Karo’s ambition to grow via M&A and to continue to acquire attractive consumer healthcare brands and portfolios. The appointment strengthens the international profile of Karo’s organization and leadership team.   “We are excited to welcome Michael to Karo, and I am pleased that we have been able to attract such a strong profile to Karo. Michael brings a unique and strong M&A track record and has been involved in more than

Karo Pharma Aktiebolag’s application for de-listing has been approved

Karo Pharma Aktiebolag’s (“Karo Pharma” or the “Company”) application for de-listing has now been approved by Nasdaq. The last day of trading in Karo Pharma’s share on Nasdaq First North Growth Market will be 24 November 2022.As previously announced, Karo Pharma has applied for de-listing of the Company’s shares from Nasdaq First North Growth Market. Nasdaq has now approved the application and resolved that the last day of trading will be 24 November 2022. For further information, please contact: Christoffer Lorenzen, CEO, +46 73-501 76 20, christoffer.lorenzen@karopharma.com Jon

Karo Pharma Aktiebolag applies for de-listing

The Board of Directors of Karo Pharma Aktiebolag (“Karo Pharma” or the “Company”) has resolved to apply for de-listing of the Company’s shares from Nasdaq First North Growth Market following that Karo Intressenter AB[1] (“Karo Intressenter”) controls more than 90 percent of the shares in Karo Pharma and has initiated compulsory redemption of the remaining shares in the Company On 16 August 2022, Karo Intressenter announced a public cash offer to the shareholders in Karo Pharma to acquire the shares in Karo Pharma not already held by Karo Intressenter at a price of SEK 60 per share (the “

Karo Intressenter AB initiates compulsory redemption

On 16 August 2022, Karo Intressenter AB[1] (“Karo Intressenter”) announced a public cash offer to the shareholders in Karo Pharma Aktiebolag (“Karo Pharma” or the “Company”) to acquire the shares in Karo Pharma not already held by Karo Intressenter at a price of SEK 60 per share (the “Offer”). On 19 September 2022, Karo Intressenter announced the outcome of the Offer, that they completed the Offer and that Karo Intressenter thereby, at the time of the publication of the announcement, controlled in total approximately 93.7 percent of the total number of shares and votes in Karo Pharma. At

Karo Pharma Aktiebolag comments on the public offer from Karo Intressenter AB and obtains a fairness opinion

Background On 16 August 2022, Karo Intressenter AB[1] ("Karo Intressenter") announced a public cash offer to the shareholders in Karo Pharma Aktiebolag ("Karo Pharma") to acquire the shares in Karo Pharma not already held by Karo Intressenter (the "Offer") at a price of SEK 60 per share (the "Consideration"). As of the date of this press release, Karo Intressenter holds 236,720,058 shares in Karo Pharma, corresponding to 86.6 per cent of the share capital and votes in Karo Pharma. Hence, Karo Intressenter is the parent company of Karo Pharma. The acceptance period for the Offer

Comment from Karo Pharma Aktiebolag's board of directors regarding the public offer from Karo Intressenter AB

Today, on 16 August 2022, Karo Intressenter AB[1] ("Karo Intressenter") announced a public cash offer to the shareholders in Karo Pharma Aktiebolag ("Karo Pharma") to acquire the shares in Karo Pharma not already held by Karo Intressenter at a price of SEK 60 per share (the "Offer"). For further information about the Offer, please refer to Karo Intressenter's press release . Karo Intressenter is expected to publish an offer document

Interim report H1 2022

January – June · Revenues amounted to MSEK 1 965.3 (1 460.9), corresponding to an increase of +35% for the period.  · The organic growth1 during the period was +6%. The currency impact was +3% while the acquisitions of the Sylphar Group and E45[®] brand portfolio from Reckitt generated growth of +26%. · EBIT (Operating Profit) amounted to MSEK 3.8 (159.1), corresponding to a decline of 98%. · EBITDA[1] amounted to MSEK 394.6 (440.4) corresponding to a decline of 10%. Adjusted for non-recurring transactional cost of 92.0 MSEK directly related to the acquisitions of new

Karo Pharma’s rights issue fully subscribed

Not for release, publication or distribution, directly or indirectly, in or into Australia, Hong Kong, Japan, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, Switzerland, Singapore, the United States or any other jurisdiction in which the distribution or release would be unlawful or require further registration measures. This press release does not constitute an offer of any securities of Karo Pharma Aktiebolag. See the section “Important information” below.The result of Karo Pharma Aktiebolag’s (“Karo Pharma”) rights issue of approximately SEK 2.5 billion (the “Rights Issue”) shows that 47,954,417

Karo Pharma publishes the 2021 annual report

Today, on 12 April 2022, Karo Pharma is publishing its annual report for 2021 on the company’s website, www.karopharma.com.     For further information, please contact:Lisa Westerdahl, Head of Corporate Communication, 073-329 70 04, lisa.westerdahl@karopharma.comJon Johnsson, CFO, 073-507 88 61, jon.johnsson@karopharma.com     The Annual Report is published in Swedish and English. The Swedish version represents the original version and has been translated into English.   This information is information that Karo Pharma is obliged to make public pursuant to the

Karo Pharma completes the acquisition of the E45® brand from Reckitt

Karo Pharma Aktiebolag (“Karo”) has today completed the previously announced acquisition of the skin health brand, E45®, from Reckitt for a total consideration of GBP 200m. All conditions to the completion of the transaction have been satisfied.Net sales of E45® was GBP 43m in 2021 and the transaction contributes positively to Karo’s market position within skin health, particularly in the UK, South Africa and Spain. “E45 is a unique brand, which is trusted by consumers and represents quality and consistency, and we see compelling opportunities to unlock value and develop the brand via