Saab AB, renowned for its cutting-edge defense systems and Gripen fighter jets, trades under the symbol PNK:SAABF on the OTC market. On October 24, 2025, the company disclosed its earnings before the market opened. Despite achieving an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.18, it fell short of the estimated $0.20. The actual revenue was approximately $1.68 billion, missing the estimated $2.57 billion.
During the Q3 2025 earnings call, key figures such as President and CEO Micael Johansson and CFO Anna Wijkander discussed the company's performance. Analysts from major financial institutions like Handelsbanken Capital Markets, UBS Investment Bank, and Morgan Stanley attended. Johan Andersson, the new Head of Investor Relations, welcomed participants to the discussion.
Despite the earnings miss, Saab has raised its full-year sales guidance, as highlighted by the Wall Street Journal. This decision is driven by strong demand in the defense sector, with the company's order backlog reaching a record high. The global emphasis on enhancing military capabilities positions Saab favorably in the market.
Saab reported a 16% increase in third-quarter operating profit, as noted by Reuters. This rise, although slightly below expectations, is due to increased military spending. The company has raised its full-year sales forecast, showing confidence in continued demand for its defense products.
SAABF's financial metrics reveal a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 54.81, indicating investors' willingness to pay $54.81 for every dollar of earnings. The price-to-sales ratio is 4.00, and the enterprise value to sales ratio is 4.11. The debt-to-equity ratio is 0.25, showing low debt levels, while the current ratio of 1.30 indicates good short-term liquidity.
