Year-end report on operations in 2002

• Sales rose 22%, amounting to SEK 1,679 M (1,377) • Operating profit before goodwill amortization increased 23% to SEK 167 M (136) • Pre-tax profit advanced 21% to SEK 102 M (84) • Non-recurring costs were charged to the fourth quarter • Earnings per share before dilution amounted to SEK 6.81 (5.85), an increase of 16% • The Board proposes a dividend of SEK 4.50 (4.25) per share • Sustained strengthening of market shares in Sweden and Denmark For additional information, contact Ragnar Bringert, President, +46 42 37 02 50, or +46 70 593 62 73.