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Here you will find Swedish Match's press releases as of 1996, when the Company was listed. To subscribe to press releases, please use our subscription service below. Regulatory press releases as of July 2016 can be found under Corporate press releases, category "Regulatory information".

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Swedish Match AB publishes annual report for 2024

Mar 25, 2025 8:09 AM CET

Swedish Match AB’s annual report for 2024 has been published.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2023

Jun 28, 2024 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2023 has been published.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2022

Apr 28, 2023 1:35 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2022 has been published.

AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LISTING RULES SIX SWISS EXCHANGE

Mar 28, 2023 8:10 PM CET

Updated notice: Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Dec 19, 2022 2:46 PM CET

The notice contains a corrected typing error regarding the last day for notification of participation to the Extraordinary General Meeting.

Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Dec 14, 2022 1:50 PM CET

Delisting of Swedish Match AB

Dec 13, 2022 1:30 PM CET

Swedish Match AB applies for delisting

Dec 5, 2022 4:20 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2022

Oct 28, 2022 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the third quarter

  • Continued momentum for the US smokefree business and the strong USD drove sharp increases in Group sales and earnings. Other businesses of the Group faced tough comparisons and some challenging market conditions.  
  • Group sales increased by 21 percent to 5,782 MSEK (4,778). In local currencies, Group sales increased by 5 percent for the third quarter.
  • Group operating profit increased to 2,400 MSEK (2,075).
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 2,412 MSEK (2,099). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) declined by 1 percent for the third quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit grew by 12 percent for the Smokefree product segment. For the Cigars product segment, operating profit declined, impacted by lower volumes. The Lights product segment faced particularly tough conditions and reported a steep decline in operating profit.
  • Profit after tax increased to 1,778 MSEK (1,540).
  • Earnings per share increased by 18 percent to 1.17 SEK (0.99).

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the increased public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.

Oct 27, 2022 6:40 PM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB recommends that the shareholders of Swedish Match accept the increased offer.

Comment to corrected insider trade reporting by the Chairman of the Board

Sep 8, 2022 1:35 PM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2022

Jul 22, 2022 6:15 AM CET
  • Group sales and operating profit increased strongly on the back of continued solid momentum for the US smokefree business and currency tailwind.
  • Group sales increased by 23 percent to 5,561 MSEK (4,505). In local currencies, Group sales increased by 11 percent for the second quarter.
  • Group operating profit increased to 2,227 MSEK (1,956).
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 2,271 MSEK (1,988). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 1 percent for the second quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit grew by 14 percent for the Smokefree product segment despite higher market investments across geographies to support future growth. For the Cigars product segment, operating profit declined, impacted by lower volumes. For Lights, underlying operating profit increased, but items of temporary nature drove a decline in reported operating profit.
  • Profit after tax increased to 1,624 MSEK (1,441).
  • Earnings per share increased by 17 percent to 1.07 SEK (0.92).
  • The full year outlook for 2022, found on page 14, has been updated based on developments during the first six months.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital

May 31, 2022 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 27, 2022, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 55,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2022

May 11, 2022 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the first quarter

  • Sales and operating profit from product segments increased on the back of continued strong momentum for the US smokefree business.
  • Group sales increased by 10 percent to 4,892 MSEK (4,455). In local currencies, sales increased by 2 percent for the first quarter.
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 1 percent to 2,115 MSEK (2,092). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) decreased by 7 percent for the first quarter.
  • Within the Smokefree segment, ZYN nicotine pouches in the US continued to gain market shares on a sequential basis and demonstrated solid sales and profit growth. In Scandinavia, sales grew strongly on an underlying basis, while operating profit declined reflecting higher market investments and an unusually high result in the prior year period.
  • For the Cigars product segment, sales and operating profit declined on lower volumes and higher production costs when comparing to the exceptionally strong first quarter of the prior year. Swedish Match increased its cigar market share2) sequentially relative to the fourth quarter of 2021.
  • For the Lights product segment, impressive performance for matches drove robust top-line development. Solid operating profit despite steep price increases on input materials.
  • Group operating profit amounted to 2,024 MSEK (2,354). The prior year period included a settlement income of 300 MSEK.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,493 MSEK (1,780).
  • Adjusted earnings per share3) increased to 0.98 SEK (0.97). Earnings per share for the quarter decreased by 13 percent to 0.98 SEK (1.12) with the after-tax effect of the settlement income in the prior year period amounting to 0.15 SEK per share.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items. 
2) Based on MSA distributor shipments: Mass market cigars (excluding little cigars) in volume terms.
3) Excludes larger one-time items net of tax. 

Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.

May 11, 2022 5:45 AM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB recommends that the shareholders of Swedish Match accept the offer

Swedish Match confirms discussions regarding a possible public takeover offer for Swedish Match

May 9, 2022 4:20 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2022

Apr 27, 2022 12:00 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 1.86 SEK per share to be paid in two equal instalments of 0.93 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 55,000,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of a new Board Director, Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae, and of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2021

Mar 25, 2022 10:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2021 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 21, 2022 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the AGM will be conducted pursuant to so called mail-in procedures, meaning that no shareholders will attend the AGM in person or through proxy. Instead, shareholders can participate in the AGM by voting and submitting questions in advance pursuant to the instructions described below.

Swedish Match provides update on plans for separation of its cigar business

Mar 14, 2022 5:00 PM CET

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 7, 2022 12:00 PM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 27, 2022, the Nominating Committee will propose the election of Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2021

Feb 16, 2022 7:15 AM CET

Highlights for the full year and the fourth quarter

  • Record full year sales and operating profit with double-digit growth in both revenues and earnings in local currencies across all product segments.
  • Impressive performance for the Smokefree product segment with strong growth in both the US and Scandinavia. Growing demand for natural leaf cigars drove the robust full year local currency financial performance for the Cigars product segment. Strong underlying performance for the Lights product segment.
  • Strong financial performance in the fourth quarter driven by Smokefree with continued strength in both the US and in Scandinavia. Sales and earnings decline for Cigars, impacted by production constraints. Increased sales and earnings for Lights.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 16 percent for the full year and by 12 percent for the fourth quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 18,489 MSEK (16,698) for the full year and by 15 percent to 4,751 MSEK (4,136) for the fourth quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 19 percent for the full year and by 11 percent for the fourth quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 8,136 MSEK (7,160) for the full year and by 15 percent to 1,957 MSEK (1,695) for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit amounted to 8,286 MSEK (6,991) for the full year and to 1,901 MSEK (1,650) for the fourth quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 6,218 MSEK (4,888) for the full year and to 1,457 MSEK (1,244) for the fourth quarter. Profit after tax of the prior year included a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Earnings per share increased by 31 percent to 3.97 SEK (3.04) for the full year and by 21 percent to 0.94 SEK (0.78) for the fourth quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 3.82 SEK (3.22) for the full year and by 21 percent to 0.94 SEK (0.78) for the fourth quarter.2)
  • On September 14, Swedish Match announced its intention to spin off its US cigar business to shareholders, subject to various conditions. The separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest.
  • The Board proposes to increase the dividend to 1.86 SEK per share, to be paid in two installments; 0.93 SEK per share in May 2022 and 0.93 SEK per share in November 2022.
  • The outlook for 2022 can be found on page 13.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) A share split (10:1) was made in May 2021. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Interim Report January – September 2021

Oct 27, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the third quarter

  • Record sales with year-on-year revenue growth across product segments, despite comparing to a prior year quarter with elevated demand for certain product lines.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 4,778 MSEK (4,400).
  • Record operating profit from product segments, in spite of continued ramp-up in spending behind growth opportunities for smokefree products.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 2 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 1 percent to 2,099 MSEK (2,075).
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN nicotine pouches in the US and solid performance in Scandinavia drove increased sales and operating profit.
  • For the Cigars product segment, increased sales of natural leaf varieties outpaced declines for HTL cigars while operating profit in local currency was virtually flat principally reflecting higher production costs.
  • For the Lights product segment, robust performance for lighters drove enhanced earnings.
  • Operating profit amounted to 2,075 MSEK (2,048) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax for the third quarter amounted to 1,540 MSEK (1,222). Profit after tax for the third quarter of the prior year included a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Earnings per share increased by 30 percent to 0.99 SEK (0.76) for the third quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 5 percent to 0.99 SEK (0.94).2)
  • On September 14, Swedish Match announced its intention to spin off its US cigar business to shareholders. Subject to various conditions, the separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest. For more details, see the September 14 press release.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) In May 2021, a share split (10:1) was made. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Swedish Match announces planned separation of its cigar business

Sep 14, 2021 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match today announced that it intends to separate its cigar business via a spin-off to shareholders and to completely exit the manufacturing of combustible tobacco products. Swedish Match has initiated preparations for a separation and a subsequent listing on a major US securities exchange, with a final decision on execution subject to various considerations. The separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest.

Half Year Report January – June 2021

Jul 20, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the second quarter

  • Double-digit sales and operating profit growth across all product segments in local currencies.​
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 19 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 4,505 MSEK (4,133).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 27 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,988 MSEK (1,731).
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN in the US drove the financial performance. Sales and operating profit also grew in Scandinavia.
  • For the Cigars product segment, sales and operating profit were up significantly in local currency compared to a relatively soft prior year period as a result of improved pricing and increased natural leaf shipments.
  • Operating profit for the Lights product segment up sharply as a result of good underlying performance coupled with income from land sales and indirect tax reclaims following favorable court verdicts.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,956 MSEK (1,693) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,441 MSEK (1,254) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 18 percent to 0.92 SEK (0.78) for the second quarter.1)2)

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) In May 2021, a share split (10:1) was made. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Change in number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ)

May 31, 2021 8:00 AM CET

In May, the number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ) increased as a result of the share split (ratio 10:1) that was resolved by Swedish Match AB’s Annual General Meeting on April 13, 2021, through which each existing share was divided into ten shares.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares as well as implementation of share split

Apr 30, 2021 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 13, 2021, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 4,200,000 repurchased treasury shares. As previously communicated, the Annual General Meeting also resolved in favor of a split of the Company’s shares whereby each existing share of the Company is divided into ten shares (ratio 10:1).

Interim Report January – March 2021

Apr 30, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Impressive Q1 performance across all product segments​

  • Double-digit sales and operating profit growth across all product segments in local currencies.​
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN drove strong US performance and in Scandinavia good underlying development was further enhanced by timing effects on shipments and COVID-19 related channel mix effects.​
  • For Cigars, record volumes, sales and operating profit on the back of strong category growth and improved price mix.​
  • No major operational COVID-19 related disruptions and COVID-19 related effects in aggregate are estimated to have elevated the reported financial performance.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 23 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 4,455 MSEK (4,029).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 40 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 26 percent to 2,092 MSEK (1,659).
  • Operating profit, which includes a settlement income of 300 MSEK related to a previously ongoing arbitration concerning nicotine pouches, amounted to 2,354 MSEK (1,601) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,780 MSEK (1,168) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 57 percent to 11.25 SEK (7.18) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share2) increased by 36 percent to 9.74 SEK (7.18) for the first quarter.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items. 
2) Excludes larger one-time items net of tax.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2021

Apr 13, 2021 12:30 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 15.00 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 4,200,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor
  • Amendment of the Articles of Association
  • A share split 10:1

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2020

Mar 16, 2021 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2020 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 5, 2021 10:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. In light of the continued COVID-19 pandemic, the AGM will be conducted pursuant to so called mail-in procedures, meaning that no shareholders will attend the AGM in person or through proxy. Instead, shareholders can participate in the AGM by voting and submitting questions in advance pursuant to the instructions described below.

Full Year Report January – December 2020

Feb 10, 2021 7:15 AM CET

Strong finish to the year with top-line growth across all product segments

  • Record sales and operating profit for the year driven by strong traction for ZYN nicotine pouches in the US. Double-digit operating profit growth in local currencies for the Smokefree and Cigar product segments in both the full year and the fourth quarter.
  • COVID-19 related effects are estimated to have elevated sales and operating profit for the full year as well as in the fourth quarter.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 17 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 5 percent to 4,136 MSEK (3,933) for the fourth quarter and by 13 percent to 16,698 MSEK (14,739) for the full year despite significant strengthening of the Swedish krona during the year versus the US dollar, the Norwegian krona and the Brazilian real.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 23 percent for the fourth quarter and by 28 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 12 percent to 1,695 MSEK (1,520) for the fourth quarter and by 23 percent to 7,160 MSEK (5,812) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,650 MSEK (1,098) for the fourth quarter and to 6,991 MSEK (5,307) for the full year. The fourth quarter of 2019 included a non-cash impairment charge of 367 MSEK related to the European chewing tobacco business.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,244 MSEK (756) for the fourth quarter and to 4,888 MSEK (3,896) for the full year. The full year 2020 includes a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Adjusted earnings per share increased by 15 percent to 7.82 SEK (6.81) for the fourth quarter and by 27 percent to 32.16 SEK (25.41) for the full year. Earnings per share amounted to 7.82 SEK (4.62) for the fourth quarter and to 30.38 SEK (23.22) for the full year.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 15.00 SEK per share. The Board also proposes a 10:1 split of the Swedish Match share.
  • The outlook for 2021 can be found on page 14.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Interim Report January – September 2020

Oct 27, 2020 7:15 AM CET

Record sales and operating profit from product segments in Q3

  • Sales and operating profit increased for the Smokefree product segment in both the US and Scandinavia, as well as for cigars. Sales and operating profit elevated by COVID-19 related effects on consumer demand and channel shifts.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 23 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 15 percent to 4,400 MSEK (3,829).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 37 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 28 percent to 2,046 MSEK (1,603).
  • Operating profit amounted to 2,019 MSEK (1,586) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax, which includes a charge of 286 MSEK following adverse ruling in a tax case, amounted to 1,193 MSEK (1,180) for the third quarter.
  • Adjusted earnings per share increased by 31 percent to 9.21 SEK (7.04) for the third quarter. Earnings per share increased by 6 percent to 7.44 SEK (7.04).
  • Revised outlook provided on page 12 to reflect higher expected underlying corporate tax rate for the year 2020 as a consequence of a stronger than previously anticipated result development for the business in the US.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Half Year Report January – June 2020

Jul 17, 2020 6:15 AM CET

Q2 sales and profit growth driven by ZYN in the US

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 11 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 4,133 MSEK (3,719).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 19 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 17 percent to 1,704 MSEK (1,456).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,666 MSEK (1,434) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,227 MSEK (1,080) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 7.60 SEK (6.39) for the second quarter.
  • The second quarter financial performance was negatively affected by COVID-19 impacts.
  • ZYN continued to deliver strong volume growth contributing to higher sales and operating profit.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match announces organizational changes

May 4, 2020 2:38 PM CET

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares

Apr 30, 2020 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 2, 2020, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 7,750,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2020

Apr 27, 2020 6:15 AM CET

Record quarter from product segments, driven by US businesses

  • In local currencies, sales from product segments increased by 21 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 24 percent to 4,029 MSEK (3,258).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 30 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 34 percent to 1,652 MSEK (1,233).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,594 MSEK (1,190) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,161 MSEK (880) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 38 percent to 7.14 SEK (5.17) for the first quarter.
  • Net effect on revenue and results from COVID-19 impacts were positive in the first quarter but are expected to become negative in the second quarter. Guidance for Q2 2020 is provided on page 12 in this report.
  • ZYN is now available in approximately 80,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase sequentially.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match restarts manufacturing in the Dominican Republic

Apr 7, 2020 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2020

Apr 2, 2020 3:45 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 12.50 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 7,750,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match temporarily suspends manufacturing in the Dominican Republic

Mar 20, 2020 5:46 PM CET

Swedish Match AB announces today that the cigar operations of its subsidiary Swedish Match Dominicana will be temporarily suspended.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2019

Mar 6, 2020 1:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2019 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Feb 25, 2020 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 21, 2020 10:30 AM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 2, 2020, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Alexander Lacik as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2019

Feb 12, 2020 7:15 AM CET

Record year for sales and operating profit from product segments

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 8 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 19 percent to 3,933 MSEK (3,301) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 14,739 MSEK (12,966) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 18 percent for the fourth quarter and by 13 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 22 percent to 1,525 MSEK (1,246) for the fourth quarter and by 18 percent to 5,828 MSEK (4,936) for the full year.
  • Operating profit, which includes a non-cash impairment charge of 367 MSEK related to the European chewing tobacco business (see Note 5), amounted to 1,098 MSEK (1,196) for the fourth quarter and to 5,307 MSEK (4,812) for the full year.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 756 MSEK (925) for the fourth quarter and to 3,896 MSEK (3,578) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.62 SEK (5.41) for the fourth quarter and to 23.22 SEK (20.63) for the full year. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 26 percent to 6.81 SEK (5.41) for the fourth quarter and by 23 percent to 25.41 SEK (20.63) for the full year.
  • ZYN available in approximately 67,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase sequentially.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 12.50 SEK per share.
  • The outlook for 2020 can be found on page 13.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Interim Report January – September 2019

Oct 25, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Q3 growth in sales and earnings driven by ZYN

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 8 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 13 percent to 3,829 MSEK (3,388).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 17 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 22 percent to 1,607 MSEK (1,317).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,586 MSEK (1,305) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,180 MSEK (959) for the third quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 27 percent to 7.04 SEK (5.55) for the third quarter.
  • ZYN in more than 60,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase.
  • Lights operating profit benefited from land and forestry asset sales.
  • On October 22, 2019, the US FDA authorized modified risk tobacco status for eight General snus varieties.

1) Excludes Other operations.

FDA Designates General Snus as Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes

USA
Oct 22, 2019 4:00 PM CET

FDA Authorizes Company to State that Use of General Snus Instead of Cigarettes Puts Users at a Lower Risk of Mouth Cancer, Heart Disease, Lung Cancer, Stroke, Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis.

Half Year Report January – June 2019

Jul 18, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Q2 sales and profit up, ZYN expansion well underway

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 6 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 12 percent to 3,719 MSEK (3,336).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 7 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 13 percent to 1,458 MSEK (1,293).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,434 MSEK (1,263) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,080 MSEK (928) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 20 percent to 6.39 SEK (5.31) for the second quarter.
  • The outlook statement on page 11 has been modified with regard to expected growth of the US cigar market.
  • ZYN in more than 50,000 stores in the US.

1) Excludes Other operations.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2019 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 9, 2019, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 6,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2019

May 9, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Solid financial result. Startup of ZYN production in the US

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 3,258 MSEK (2,941).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 7 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,238 MSEK (1,079).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,190 MSEK (1,047) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 880 MSEK (766) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 5.17 SEK (4.36) for the first quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2019

Apr 9, 2019 3:57 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 10.50 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 6,000,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2018

Mar 18, 2019 10:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2018 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 1, 2019 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2018

Feb 13, 2019 7:15 AM CET

Q4: Strong sales and volumes for smokeless products

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 7 percent for the fourth quarter and by 9 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 12 percent to 3,301 MSEK (2,951) for the fourth quarter and by 10 percent to 12,966 MSEK (11,751) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 8 percent for the fourth quarter and by 12 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 1,246 MSEK (1,096) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 4,936 MSEK (4,345) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,196 MSEK (1,178) for the fourth quarter and to 4,812 MSEK (4,592) for the full year.2)
  • Profit after tax amounted to 925 MSEK (904) for the fourth quarter and to 3,578 MSEK (3,400) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share increased by 6 percent to 5.41 SEK (5.10) for the fourth quarter and by 9 percent to 20.63 SEK (18.88) for the full year. Adjusted earnings per share3) increased by 28 percent to 5.41 SEK (4.24) for the fourth quarter and by 26 percent to 20.63 SEK (16.40) for the full year.
  • During 2018, Swedish Match distributed 5,423 MSEK to its shareholders in the form of an ordinary dividend, a special dividend and share repurchases.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 10.50 SEK per share.
  • The outlook for 2019 can be found on page 12.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) The full year 2017 included larger one-time items of 373 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) shares and from the sale of a parcel of land as well as an income from a defined benefit plan amendment. The fourth quarter of 2017 included larger one-time items of 135 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the sale of STG shares and an income from a defined benefit plan amendment.
3) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from STG and larger one time-items.

Swedish Match comments on ECJ judgement

Nov 22, 2018 12:57 PM CET

Today, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) published its judgment concerning the prohibition to sell Swedish snus to other European Union Member States. The court rules that Swedish snus will continue to be excluded from the EU’s internal market.

Interim Report January – September 2018

Oct 26, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the third quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 16 percent to 3,388 MSEK (2,915).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 13 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 19 percent to 1,317 MSEK (1,104).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,305 MSEK (1,088) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 959 MSEK (753) for the third quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 32 percent to 5.55 SEK (4.22) for the third quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match has signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB

Jul 26, 2018 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match has today signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB, a privately held Swedish company, located in Romakloster, Sweden, on the island of Gotland.

Half Year Report January – June 2018

Jul 19, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the second quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 3,336 MSEK (3,053).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 16 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,293 MSEK (1,123).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,263 MSEK (1,091) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 928 MSEK (812) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.31 SEK (4.48) for the second quarter. Adjusted earnings per share2) increased by 27 percent to 5.31 SEK (4.17).
  • The outlook statement on page 10 has been modified with regard to snus and nicotine pouches outside Scandinavia.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2018 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 11, 2018, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 5,850,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2018

May 4, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the first quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 4 percent to 2,941 MSEK (2,833).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 11 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 6 percent to 1,079 MSEK (1,021).
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,047 MSEK (1,235) for the first quarter. The first quarter 2017 included larger one-time items of 238 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of STG shares and from the sale of a parcel of land.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 766 MSEK (932) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.36 SEK (5.07) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share3) increased by 15 percent to 4.36 SEK (3.78).
  • As of January 1, 2018, Swedish Match implemented the new revenue recognition standard, IFRS 15. This implementation has a significant effect on the recognition of net sales, but an immaterial impact on profit. Consequently, the Group’s reportable segments have changed. Financial statements of 2017 have been restated to reflect the recognition of revenue according to the new standard. Further information is given in Note 1, Accounting principles.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group, which includes Other operations and larger one-time items.
3) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and larger one-time items.

Advocate General does not recommend the European Court of Justice to find the EU snus ban invalid

Apr 12, 2018 8:54 AM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2018

Apr 11, 2018 3:35 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • An ordinary dividend of 9.20 SEK per share and a special dividend of 7.40 SEK per share, in total 16.60 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 5,850,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares

Swedish Match acquires Oliver Twist

Mar 23, 2018 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires House of Oliver Twist A/S, a privately held Danish smokeless tobacco company, headquartered in Odense, Denmark.

Swedish Match publishes Annual Report for 2017

Mar 19, 2018 2:30 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2017 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 5, 2018 1:00 PM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2017

Feb 14, 2018 7:15 AM CET

Highlights from the fourth quarter and full year

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 6 percent for the fourth quarter and by 3 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 2 percent to 4,044 MSEK (3,957) for the fourth quarter and by 4 percent to 16,101 MSEK (15,551) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 5 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product areas increased by 9 percent to 1,044 MSEK (954) for the fourth quarter and by 6 percent to 4,218 MSEK (3,990) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,179 MSEK (954) for the fourth quarter and to 4,591 MSEK (6,420) for the full year2).
  • Profit after tax amounted to 904 MSEK (662) for the fourth quarter and to 3,400 MSEK (5,123) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.10 SEK (3.61) for the fourth quarter and to 18.88 SEK (27.38) for the full year. Earnings per share excluding both larger one-time items, dividends from STG in 2017 and share of net profit in STG in 2016 increased by 17 percent to 4.24 SEK (3.61) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 16.39 SEK (14.39) for the full year.
  • In November, Swedish Match completed the divestment of its remaining shareholding in STG.
  • During 2017, Swedish Match distributed 5,498 MSEK to its shareholders in the form of an ordinary dividend, a special dividend and share repurchases.
  • The Board proposes a dividend of 16.60 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 9.20 SEK (8.50) and a special dividend of 7.40 SEK, following the final sale of shares in STG.
  • As of January 1, 2018, Swedish Match will apply the new revenue recognition standard, IFRS 15. While not impacting profit, this implementation will have a significant effect on the recognition of net sales. Further information is given in Note 1, Accounting principles.
  • The outlook for 2018 can be found on page 13.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG in 2016.
2) The full year 2017 includes larger one-time items of 373 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of STG shares and from the sale of a parcel of land as well as an income from a defined benefit plan amendment. Previous full year included larger one-time items of 2,254 MSEK relating to capital gains from the partial divestments of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s then remaining shareholding in STG to market value as well as a capital gain from the sale of a distribution center. The fourth quarter of 2017 includes larger one-time items of 135 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the sale of STG shares and an income from a defined benefit plan amendment.

New Chief Financial Officer at Swedish Match

Dec 11, 2017 7:51 AM CET

Swedish Match today announced that Marlene Forsell has decided to resign as Chief Financial Officer for family reasons and that she will leave her position on March 9, 2018. She will be replaced by Tom Hayes who is currently Vice President Business Control and CFO in Swedish Match’s US Division.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Nov 9, 2017 8:08 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to sell its total shareholding in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Nov 8, 2017 5:54 PM CET

Interim Report January– September 2017

Oct 27, 2017 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the third quarter                 

  • Sales increased by 1 percent in local currencies. Reported sales declined by 1 percent to 4,069 MSEK (4,118) for the third quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas in local currencies increased by 2 percent. Reported operating profit from product areas1) amounted to 1,089 MSEK (1,089) for the third quarter.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,089 MSEK (2,694) for the third quarter. The previous year’s third quarter included larger one-time items of 1,550 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the partial divestment of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining shareholding in STG to market value.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 753 MSEK (2,306 - positively affected by the larger one-time items mentioned above).
  • Earnings per share excluding both larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG amounted to 4.22 SEK (3.76). Reported earnings per share amounted to 4.22 SEK (12.32) for the third quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match acquires V2 Tobacco

Sep 1, 2017 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match has acquired V2 Tobacco, a privately held smokeless tobacco company, primarily active in Europe. V2 Tobacco is headquartered in Silkeborg, Denmark.

General and Göteborgs Rapé One – by Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson

Sweden
Aug 14, 2017 7:00 AM CET

After collaborating for more than a year, Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson are now launching a series with three new snus products under the General and Göteborgs Rapé One brands.

Half Year Report January – June 2017

Jul 21, 2017 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the second quarter            

  • Sales increased by 8 percent to 4,214 MSEK (3,920) for the second quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 1,091 MSEK (1,008) for the second quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,091 MSEK (1,061) for the second quarter.
  • Profit for the period amounted to 812 MSEK (752) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.49 SEK (4.01) for the second quarter. Earnings per share excluding a dividend from STG in 2017 and share of net profit in STG in 2016 amounted to 4.18 SEK (3.72).
  • The outlook has been updated based on the developments during the first six months.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Millionth box sold by Swedish Match Store - at the Stockholm store

Sweden
Jun 27, 2017 7:30 AM CET

Today, Swedish Match sold its millionth snus can from Swedish Match Stores, and it was sold by the store at Kungsgatan 3 in Stockholm, which is one of four snus stores owned and operated by Swedish Match.

Norway’s first snus store to open in downtown Oslo

Sweden, Norway
Jun 22, 2017 7:15 AM CET

Swedish Match is now opening Norway’s first snus store in the pedestrian area at Aker Brygge in downtown Oslo.

Swedish Match repurchases own shares

Jun 20, 2017 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match AB (publ) has resolved to repurchase shares during the period June 20, 2017 to July 21, 2017 of an amount up to 250 MSEK.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2017 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 4, 2017, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 6,950,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report  January – March 2017

May 8, 2017 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,775 MSEK (3,557) for the first quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 6 percent to 994 MSEK (939) for the first quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,232 MSEK (1,711) for the first quarter, and included larger one-time items of 238 MSEK relating to the capital gains from divestment of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and sale of land. The prior year included larger one-time items of 704 MSEK relating to the capital gains from divestment of shares in STG and divestment of a distribution center property.
  • Profit for the period amounted to 930 MSEK (1,404) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.06 SEK (7.44) for the first quarter. Earnings per share excluding larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG amounted to 3.76 SEK (3.35).
  • In January, as previously announced, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 18.1 percent to 9.1 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2017

May 4, 2017 5:14 PM CET

Göteborgs Rapé Strong is back - now in the ordinary range

Sweden
Apr 24, 2017 7:00 AM CET

Effective April 24, Swedish Match is relaunching Göteborgs Rapé Strong, a stronger variety of the classic Göteborgs Rapé White.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 29, 2017 8:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2016

Mar 24, 2017 10:30 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2016 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

New e-commerce service from Swedish Match – entire snus range available online

Sweden
Mar 1, 2017 8:30 AM CET

From March 1, people living in Sweden will be able to order Swedish Match’s entire snus range online. With the new e-commerce service, www.swedishmatch.se, you can order the entire snus range, make your own snus blend and have it delivered directly to your door. You can also order freshly made snus, meaning the factory’s latest production. Naturally, the website includes age control for purchasing to ensure that the products are only sold to people over 18.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 24, 2017 9:45 AM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 4, 2017, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Pauline Lindwall as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2016

Feb 17, 2017 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,957 MSEK (3,719) for the fourth quarter and by 7 percent to 15,551 MSEK (14,486) for the full year. In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent for the fourth quarter and by 7 percent for the full year.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 5 percent to 954 MSEK (908) for the fourth quarter and by 8 percent to 3,990 MSEK (3,690) for the full year. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) was flat for the fourth quarter and increased by 8 percent for the full year.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 954 MSEK (908) for the fourth quarter and to 6,420 MSEK (4,008) for the full year. The operating profit2) for the full year includes larger one-time items of 2,109 MSEK relating to capital gains from the partial divestments of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining holding in STG to market value as well as 145 MSEK related to the sale of a distribution center (prior year included a restructuring provision of 42 MSEK).
  • Earnings per share (basic) amounted to 3.61 SEK (3.34) for the fourth quarter and to 27.38 SEK (14.48) for the full year. Earnings per share for the fourth quarter and the full year, excluding STG and adjusted for larger one-time items, amounted 3.61 SEK (3.34) and to 14.39 SEK (12.79), respectively.
  • During 2016, Swedish Match distributed the proceeds from the two divestments of shares in STG as two special dividends of 12.00 SEK and 9.50 SEK per share, in total 4,016 MSEK. 
  • Following the close of the period Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 18.1 percent to 9.1 percent.
  • The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of 16.00 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 8.50 SEK (8.00) and a special dividend of 7.50 SEK, following Swedish Match’s divestment of shares in STG in January 2017.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. The full year 2016 only includes Swedish Match’s share of STG’s net profit until the date of partial divestment in September, thereafter, the shareholding in STG has been reclassified as a financial asset. The full year 2015 includes only the first nine months of net profit in STG due to transition to a one quarter lag in Swedish Match’s reporting for STG. Thereby, the fourth quarter in 2016 and 2015 do not include any share of net profit in STG. See Note 3.

Swedish Match intends to appeal the decision by the Swedish Patent and Market Court

Feb 8, 2017 12:21 PM CET

During 2012, Swedish Match initiated a standardized labelling system in its own snus coolers placed in stores at no cost to the retailers.

With Kaliber+ we’ve added more of the best

Sweden
Jan 30, 2017 12:30 PM CET

At the end of January, the latest addition to the Swedish Match range, Kaliber+, was launched widely in the Swedish retail trade. Kaliber+ is a further development of the Kaliber series, in which Swedish Match has prioritized a stronger product with a more fully packed portion and greater flavor. Two varieties of Kaliber+ will be launched, original and white, at a price of SEK 29 per can in Swedish Match Stores.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Jan 19, 2017 6:47 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Jan 18, 2017 4:27 PM CET

Swedish Match Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting 2016

Dec 16, 2016 8:36 AM CET

 At the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ) on December 16, it was resolved, in accordance with the proposal of the Board of Directors, to pay a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share.

FDA issues a response to application from Swedish Match

Dec 14, 2016 5:38 PM CET

Swedish Match was informed earlier today by the FDA that General Snus will not, for the time being, be designated as a Modified Risk Tobacco Product - MRTP. The FDA did, however, outline the process forward and encouraged Swedish Match to continue its efforts to seek modified risk status for General Snus. Swedish Match interprets their position as wanting to further discuss on how to best communicate a modified risk message to the general public.

Launch of General Kardus 2017 postponed until late February

Sweden
Nov 30, 2016 8:00 AM CET

The launch of the 2017 edition of General Kardus has been postponed until the end of February. For the past two years, the annual edition of General Kardus has been released on December 1 and this was also the goal for the 2017 edition. The reason for the delay is that the original product did not meet all of Swedish Match’s quality requirements for the tobacco blend used in General Kardus.

Brand-new beer snus from Swedish Match – Göteborgs Rapé Humle

Sweden
Nov 25, 2016 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match is launching its first beer snus, Göteborgs Rapé Humle, which has been developed in partnership with Fjäderholmarna Brewery.

Put the used pouch in the garbage

Sweden
Nov 21, 2016 8:07 AM CET

According to information published by the Swedish Water & Wastewater Association on November 17, an amount equivalent to 1,100 tons of snus is thrown in the toilet bowl every year. Swedish Match therefore wants to appeal to all users of snus, which total over a million Swedes, to always use the garbage can.

Notice to the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Nov 17, 2016 9:00 AM CET

 The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting to be held on Friday, December 16, 2016, at 09.00 CET at Sveavägen 44, Stockholm, Sweden.

Interim Report  January – September 2016

Oct 28, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 10 percent to 4,118 MSEK (3,756) for the third quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 9 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 11 percent to 1,089 MSEK (979) for the third quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also increased by 11 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 2,694 MSEK (1,065) for the third quarter, including larger one-time items of 1,550 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the partial divestment of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining shareholding in STG to market value.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 12.32 SEK (3.84) for the third quarter. Earnings per share, excluding STG and adjusted for larger one-time items amounted to 3.76 SEK (3.39).
  • In September, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 31.1 percent to 18.1 percent. The Board of Directors propose to distribute the proceeds from this sale as a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share subject to approval by an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting on December 16.
  • In September, a public bond of 300 MEUR was issued with the primary purpose of refinancing a larger bond maturity falling due in November 2017.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. The third quarter only includes Swedish Match’s share of STG’s net profit until the date of partial divestment in September 2016, thereafter, the shareholding in STG has been reclassified as a financial asset.

Swedish Match’s Board of Directors has resolved to propose special dividend

Oct 27, 2016 4:30 PM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match has resolved to propose a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share at an extraordinary general meeting that will be held in Stockholm, Sweden, on December 16, 2016.

Swedish Match has issued new notes

Sep 14, 2016 2:45 PM CET

Swedish Match has today completed an issuance of new notes in the Euro market. A total of EUR 300 million was issued with a 8 year tenor with a coupon of 0.875%. The notes have been hedged into SEK. The proceeds will be used for refinancing of existing indebtedness and for general corporate purposes.

Swedish Match is contemplating issuance of public note and a tender of part of outstanding note

Sep 13, 2016 11:31 AM CET

Swedish Match is contemplating the issuance of senior unsecured EUR denominated notes and a tender of part of Swedish Match’s outstanding EUR denominated notes due 24 November 2017. A capital markets transaction will follow, subject to market conditions.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Sep 7, 2016 6:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Sep 6, 2016 3:00 PM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2016

Jul 22, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 8 percent to 3,920 MSEK (3,644) for the second quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 1,008 MSEK (937) for the second quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 11 percent.
  • Growth of sales and operating profit from product areas1) was positively affected by calendar effects in Scandinavia (timing of Easter and differences in number of delivery days).
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,061 MSEK (1,021) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.01 SEK (3.62) for the second quarter. Adjusted earnings per share3) amounted to 4.01 SEK (3.79).
  • The outlook has been updated based on the developments during the first six months, but remains broadly the same as the previous outlook for the full year.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. For the second quarter 2016, Swedish Match’s reported share of STG’s net profit represents 31.1 percent of STG’s first quarter 2016 net profit.
3) Adjusted for Swedish Match’s larger one-time items in 2015.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2016 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 28, 2016, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 7,750,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Swedish Match appoints Fredrik Peyron as Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications

May 18, 2016 2:31 PM CET

As of May 16 2016, Fredrik Peyron has been appointed new Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications. Fredrik has worked in different capacities at Swedish Match during the years 2000-2014, and he has also been the General Counsel at Autoliv.

Swedish Match launches Göteborgs Rapé Stark

Sweden
May 13, 2016 7:30 AM CET

Swedish Match and Salong Betong tattoo studio in brand new design collaboration

Interim Report January – March 2016

May 4, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,557 MSEK (3,368) for the first quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 7 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 939 MSEK (866) for the first quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 10 percent.
  • Growth of sales and operating profit from product areas1) was positively affected by lower trade destocking in Scandinavia in 2016 than in 2015.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,711 MSEK (1,014) for the first quarter, including larger one-time items of 704 MSEK relating to the capital gains of the previously announced partial divestment of STG and the divestment of distribution center real estate.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 7.44 SEK (3.68) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 9 percent to 3.71 SEK (3.40)3).
  • As previously announced, STG was listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen during the first quarter and in connection with the listing, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 49 percent to 31.1 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. For the first quarter 2016, Swedish Match’s reported share of STG’s net profit represents 31.1 percent of STG’s fourth quarter 2015 net profit.
3) Adjusted for Swedish Match’s larger one-time items in 2016 and the adjustment of share of profit in STG for the reassessment of useful lives of certain assets (primarily trademarks) in the first quarter 2015.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2016

Apr 28, 2016 4:05 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2015

Mar 24, 2016 9:30 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2015 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2016 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

New limit values for GOTHIATEK®

Sweden
Mar 22, 2016 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match is now lowering the limit values for undesired substances in snus and is also adding limit values for other undesired substances.  

Swedish Match comments on the exercise in part of the overallotment option in connection with the IPO of STG

Mar 11, 2016 7:45 AM CET

General Mackmyra – a snus with the flavor of Swedish malt whisky

Sweden
Feb 26, 2016 10:50 AM CET

To celebrate General’s 150th anniversary, Swedish Match has teamed with Swedish whisky maker Mackmyra to develop a whisky snus that combines the craftsmanship of snus blending and whisky making in a joint product offering.

Full Year Report January – December 2015

Feb 19, 2016 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the full year increased by 9 percent to 14,486 MSEK (13,305) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 3,719 MSEK (3,536). In local currencies, sales increased by 2 percent for both the full year and for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 7 percent to 3,690 MSEK (3,446) and for the fourth quarter by 1 percent to 908 MSEK (900). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) declined by 2 percent for the full year and declined by 4 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Swedish Match has, beginning this reporting period, started reporting its share of STG’s net profit with a one quarter lag, due to differences in reporting schedules between Swedish Match and STG. Due to this, no net profit from STG was recognized for the October-December 2015 period.
  • Operating profit2) (excluding share of STG’s net profit for the fourth quarter 2015 due to changed reporting) amounted to 4,008 MSEK (3,780) for the full year and to 908 MSEK (992) for the fourth quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 14.48 SEK (13.23) and to 3.34 SEK (3.55 including 0.47 from share of net profit in STG) for the fourth quarter. The decline in EPS for the fourth quarter was fully attributable to the changed reporting relating to STG.
  • The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of 20.00 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 8.00 SEK (7.50) and a special dividend of 12.00 SEK, following Swedish Match’s partial divestment of STG in conjunction with the listing of STG on Nasdaq Copenhagen.
  • Following the close of the period STG was listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and Swedish Match reduced its ownership from 49 percent to 31.2 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match comments on the completion of the IPO of Scandinavian Tobacco Group and the Board of Directors’ propose a special dividend to Swedish Match’s shareholders

Feb 10, 2016 7:45 AM CET

XRANGE (XR) grows and adds two new products

Sweden
Feb 3, 2016 7:30 AM CET

Swedish Match launched XR in April 2015. After just over nine months on the market, it has grown to become the ninth largest snus brand in Sweden, capturing a market share of nearly 6 percent. Now XR is growing further and adding two new products: XR Grov and XR General Salmiak. This will therefore be the first time the Grov brand will be available in the XR format.

Swedish Match starts reporting its share of results from Scandinavia Tobacco Group based on a one quarter lag

Jan 28, 2016 9:30 AM CET

Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S publishes offering circular in connection with its contemplated IPO.

Jan 28, 2016 7:59 AM CET

NOT FOR RELEASE OR DISTRIBUTION OR PUBLICATION IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA OR JAPAN. This announcement does not constitute an offering circular and nothing herein contains an offering of securities. No one should purchase or subscribe for any securities in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S (“STG”) except on the basis of information in any offering circular published by STG in connection with the potential offering and admission of such securities to trading and official listing on Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S (“Nasdaq Copenhagen”). Copies of any such offering circular will, following publication, be available from STG’s registered office and on the website of the STG.

Solstickan – Birthday celebrations for famous 80-year old boy

Sweden
Jan 19, 2016 8:30 AM CET

Since 1936, the famous Solstickan boy has been portrayed on most match boxes sold in Sweden. For every product sold under the Solstickan brand, a portion of sales goes to The Solstickan Foundation. The foundation works for the benefit of children and the elderly by granting project funds, research scholarships and an annual Solstickan Award. Since its inception, over 100 million SEK has been donated by the foundation to different charities. 

Swedish Match comments on the announced intention to launch an Initial Public Offering of Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Jan 14, 2016 7:20 AM CET

Swedish Match launches General Kardus Fäviken 2016

Sweden
Dec 1, 2015 7:00 AM CET

2016 marks the 150th anniversary of General, Scandinavia’s largest snus brand. To celebrate this, Swedish Match is launching the exclusive snus General Kardus Fäviken 2016, created by perfectionist Johan A Boman in 1866 and now interpreted by Chef Magnus Nilsson at Fäviken Magasinet – 150 years later.

Swedish Match comments on the strategic review of STG

Nov 26, 2015 7:30 AM CET

Further to the announcement in the press release of February 9, 2015, the strategic review to identify future opportunities for Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) has continued. As part of the review, STG management has together with its Board of Directors established expectations with regard to the financial development for STG Group.

Interim Report January – September 2015

Nov 4, 2015 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the third quarter increased by 10 percent to 3,756 MSEK (3,416). In local currencies, sales were up 4 percent, with increases across all product areas.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 12 percent to 979 MSEK (874). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) was up by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,065 MSEK (989) for the third quarter, negatively impacted by restructuring costs in Swedish Match’s share of net profit from associated companies.
  • EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.84 SEK (3.50).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG. Share of profit in STG includes restructuring costs of 45 MSEK.

Mustang – A robust snus from Swedish Match

Sweden
Sep 10, 2015 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s new venture in the low-price segment is named Mustang.

Long-awaited comeback of Göteborgs Rapé Original

Sweden
Sep 8, 2015 9:00 AM CET

Göteborgs Rapé Original was withdrawn from the Swedish Match range at the start of the 2000s to make way for the innovative Göteborgs Rapé White, which is now one of the best-selling snus products in Sweden.

Swedish Match releases seasonal edition “Ettan Jakt”

Sweden
Aug 26, 2015 12:00 PM CET

For the autumn season, Swedish Match is launching a special edition of its traditional brand Ettan. It has been named Ettan Jakt and is a limited design edition of Ettan loose.

Half Year Report January – June 2015

Jul 17, 2015 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 3,644 MSEK (3,339). In local currencies, sales were marginally higher than prior year.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 937 MSEK (862). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) declined by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,021 MSEK (941) for the second quarter. Excluding a restructuring provision of 42 MSEK related to the relocation of distribution facilities in Sweden, recognized as a larger one-time item, operating profit amounted to 1,063 MSEK (941).
  • EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 3.62 SEK (3.27). Adjusted EPS3) amounted to 3.79 SEK (3.27).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
3) Adjusted for larger one-time item.

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International to dissolve smokeless joint venture

Jul 16, 2015 11:00 AM CET

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International (PMI) have mutually agreed to dissolve their joint venture agreement relating to the sale of smokeless tobacco products outside Scandinavia and the US.

  • Swedish Match to continue to sell General snus in Canada, Russia and Malaysia
  • Swedish Match sees good opportunities for its snus products internationally over the longer term

Swedish Match opens store in the capital of snus, Gothenburg

Sweden
Jul 3, 2015 12:40 PM CET

Today, July 3, Swedish Match is opening a snus store on Kungstorget in Gothenburg. The store will offer adult snus users a unique experience in the craftsmanship, history and quality of snus.  In conjunction with the opening, a limited edition of the snus product, Göteborgs Rapé, will be launched as a tribute to Gothenburg.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 29, 2015 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 23, 2015, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 4,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2015

May 8, 2015 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the first quarter increased by 12 percent to 3,368 MSEK (3,014). In local currencies, sales increased by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter increased by 7 percent to 866 MSEK (809). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) declined by 4 percent.
  • Sales and operating profit from product areas during the first quarter were negatively impacted by trade destocking of snus in Scandinavia following excise tax increases on January 1st.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,014 MSEK (858) for the first quarter. The operating profit2) was positively affected by an adjustment of the share of net profit in STG of 56 MSEK relating to a reassessment of useful lives primarily of trademarks in STG.
  • EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 3.68 SEK (2.91). EPS (basic) excluding the STG adjustment amounted to 3.40 SEK (2.91).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2015

Apr 23, 2015 5:05 PM CET

XRANGE – The year’s biggest launch from Swedish Match

Sweden
Mar 30, 2015 12:45 PM CET

In April, Swedish Match is launching Sweden’s first brand-transcending snus series: XRANGE. The snus series comprises five portion-packed products from three of Sweden’s classic brands: General, Göteborgs Rapé and Catch. XRANGE is a competitively priced product in a discreet portion pouch that is less runny and keeps its flavor longer.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2014

Mar 20, 2015 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2014 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 17, 2015 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 23, 2015, at 16.30 CET at Citykonferensen, Malmskillnadsgatan 46, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2014

Feb 18, 2015 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the full year increased by 6 percent to 13,305 MSEK (12,610) and for the fourth quarter by 11 percent to 3,536 MSEK (3,178). In local currencies, sales increased by 4 percent for the full year and by 7 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 2 percent to 3,446 MSEK (3,375) and for the fourth quarter by 8 percent to 900 MSEK (835). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 1 percent for the full year and by 4 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 3,780 MSEK (3,855 including a capital gain of 161 MSEK) for the full year and to 992 MSEK (932) for the fourth quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 13.23 SEK (13.63) and 3.55 SEK (3.43) for the fourth quarter. EPS (basic), excluding larger one-time items, for the full year amounted to 13.23 SEK (12.82).
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend to 7.50 SEK (7.30).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match – update on Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Feb 9, 2015 7:45 AM CET

As communicated earlier, Swedish Match with the other shareholder of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) have engaged advisors to assess strategic alternatives with regards to STG. In the strategic review further opportunities have been identified and the shareholders of STG have agreed that it is in their best interests to continue growing STG under the leadership of Niels Frederiksen, the newly appointed CEO, in view of a potential future Initial Public Offering.

Swedish Match comments on Competition Authority lawsuit

Dec 10, 2014 7:30 AM CET

As previously communicated the Swedish Competition Authority has been conducting an investigation regarding a uniform labelling system for snus coolers owned by Swedish Match and placed in retail outlets. On December 9, 2014 the Competition Authority submitted a lawsuit to the Stockholm district court. In its submission, the Competition Authority alleges that Swedish Match, when implementing the labelling system, has abused a dominant position on the Swedish snus market in breach of the competition legislation. Swedish Match does not agree with this allegation and will defend the case vigorously.

Swedish Match launches its most exclusive snus – Ever

Sweden
Dec 1, 2014 11:00 AM CET

It has taken Swedish Match over two years to develop General Kardus Selection 2015 – an effort that has resulted in Swedish Match’s most exclusive snus ever. A limited amount of 4,000 individually numbered containers has been manufactured with a recommended store price of SEK 799.

Interim Report January – September 2014

Oct 24, 2014 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the third quarter increased by 6 percent to 3,416 MSEK (3,230). In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 5 percent to 874 MSEK (836) and by 2 percent in local currencies.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) was also up by 2 percent in local currencies when adjusted for increased costs related to international snus and restructuring charges in 2013.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 989 MSEK (924) for the third quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 11 percent to 3.50 SEK (3.15).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

First flavored snus – largest flavored snus brand

Sweden
Sep 29, 2014 11:00 AM CET

When Catch Licorice snus was launched in 1984, it was the first brand in the Swedish market to offer portion-packed snus with a non-traditional snus flavor. Thirty years later, the Catch family has grown to become one of Sweden’s largest snus brands through a successful innovation effort focusing on flavoring, portion optimization and moisture content.

Nick & Johnny change style

Sweden
Sep 29, 2014 8:00 AM CET

In autumn 2014, the brand concept for Nick & Johnny will be renewed in the form of a design change, a name change and recipe improvements.

FDA seeks comments on the Swedish Match MRTP application

Sep 9, 2014 10:00 PM CET

The Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application submitted by Swedish Match has been determined to be complete and filed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP). 

Half Year Report January – June 2014

Jul 18, 2014 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the second quarter increased by 4 percent to 3,339 MSEK (3,220). In local currencies, sales for the second quarter also increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) declined for the second quarter by 1 percent to 862 MSEK (871). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also declined by 1 percent for the second quarter.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 941 MSEK (968) for the second quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 3.27 SEK (3.34).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match submits a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application

Jun 11, 2014 6:50 AM CET
• Application pertains to sub-brands for the General snus product line in the US
• Application seeks a risk modification order which would allow changes to warning label statements currently required for smokeless tobacco products
• Application includes extensive research findings on Swedish snus
• Swedish Match has been actively engaged in the FDA regulatory science process

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total numbers of shares

May 30, 2014 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 7, 2014, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 1,500,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2014

May 9, 2014 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 1 percent to 3,014 MSEK (2,982). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 2 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) declined for the first quarter by 3 percent to 809 MSEK (832). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also declined by 3 percent for the first quarter.
· Operating profit2) amounted to 858 MSEK (1,031 or 872 excluding larger one-time items) for the first quarter.
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.91 SEK (3.72) while EPS (basic) excluding larger one-time items amounted to 2.91 SEK (2.92).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2014

May 7, 2014 4:41 PM CET

World's second snus store opens in Strömstad

Sweden
Apr 2, 2014 12:11 PM CET

In December 2012, Swedish Match opened the doors to the world’s first snus store on Kungsgatan in Stockholm, Sweden. It quickly became a success, with more than 70,000 visitors in the first year. Swedish Match has now decided to follow up the success with a second store in Nordby Shopping Center in Strömstad, in collaboration with Orvelins. The stores are a meeting place for all the snus users in the world, where they will be given a unique opportunity to receive personal assistance and information from competent store staff.

Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 31, 2014 8:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ) are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2013

Mar 25, 2014 1:30 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2013 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/.

Full Year Report January – December 2013

Feb 19, 2014 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the full year increased by 1 percent to 12,610 MSEK (12,486) and for the fourth quarter by 1 percent to 3,178 MSEK (3,148). In local currencies, sales for both the full year and the fourth quarter increased by 3 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year declined by 8 percent to 3,375 MSEK (3,666) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 835 MSEK (883). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the full year declined by 6 percent and by 5 percent for the fourth quarter.
· Operating profit2) amounted to 3,855 MSEK (4,062) for the full year and to 932 MSEK (986) for the fourth quarter.
· EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 13.63 SEK (14.33) and for the fourth quarter to 3.43 SEK (3.93).
· The Board proposes an unchanged dividend of 7.30 SEK.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match launches new snus range – General Variation

Sweden
Jan 14, 2014 10:44 AM CET

The story of General began back in 1866 with the founder Johan A Boman’s search for the perfect snus. It was a search that would require four years of experimentation before he was satisfied with his recipe. Today, General is recognized as the original Swedish snus and has grown to become one of the world’s best-known snus brands. In keeping with this heritage, Swedish Match has now developed a new product range focused on sophisticated flavors, genuine craftsmanship and multifaceted enjoyment. General Variation - A flavorsome evolution of the original Swedish snus.

Interim Report January – September 2013

Oct 29, 2013 7:15 AM CET
• Sales for the third quarter increased by 1 percent to 3,230 MSEK (3,208). In local currencies, sales for the third quarter increased by 2 percent.
• Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter includes restructuring charges of 28 MSEK and declined by 11 percent to 836 MSEK (942).
• In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter declined by 10 percent or 7 percent excluding restructuring charges.
• Operating profit2) declined by 10 percent to 924 MSEK (1,022) for the third quarter.
• EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.15 SEK (3.41).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

New look for General snus is unveiled in the US

USA
Oct 14, 2013 10:16 AM CET

Smart, revolutionary new packaging for General snus was unveiled this week at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual trade show in Atlanta, Georgia.



Revised outlook for US cigars

Oct 11, 2013 6:15 AM CET

Swedish Match names President of reorganized Scandinavia Division and new Chief Financial Officer

Sep 9, 2013 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match today announced its decision to reorganize its operating structure, by integrating its Scandinavia Division and Smokefree Products Division into a new streamlined Scandinavia Division. It has also announced a new Group Management Team (GMT) resulting from this reorganization.

Half Year Report January – June 2013

Jul 19, 2013 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,220 MSEK (3,213). In local currencies, sales for the second quarter increased by 3 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter declined by 7 percent to 871 MSEK (938). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter declined by 5 percent.
· Operating profit2) declined by 11 percent to 968 MSEK (1,082) for the second quarter.
· EPS (basic), excluding larger one-time items, for the second quarter amounted to 3.33 SEK (3.57).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Game introduces Red cigarillos

USA
Jul 10, 2013 8:35 AM CET

Game by Garcia y Vega announces the latest innovation in cigarillos, FoilFresh® Red.

Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares

May 31, 2013 6:00 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2013

Apr 29, 2013 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 2 percent to 2,982 MSEK (2,917). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 5 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter declined by 8 percent to 832 MSEK (903). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter declined by 6 percent.
· Operating profit2) increased by 6 percent to 1,031 MSEK (972) for the first quarter, and includes an additional capital gain of 159 MSEK on the disposal of the former head office site in Stockholm.
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter increased by 14 percent to 3.72 SEK (3.27), excluding larger one-time items EPS (basic) declined by 11 percent to 2.92 SEK (3.27).

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

General introduces tailored snus

Sweden
Apr 26, 2013 8:05 AM CET

General Tailored is a new, customized portion snus. The portion pouches are softer, with optimum fit and a sleeker can. This is all done to offer a tailored snus experience, down to the last detail. The flavor is classic General, but with distinct elements of bergamot.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2013

Apr 25, 2013 4:28 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2012

Mar 25, 2013 3:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2012 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports/.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2013 9:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Thursday, 25 April, 2013 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 11, 2013 10:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 25, 2013, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Wenche Rolfsen as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2012

Feb 20, 2013 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the full year increased by 7 percent to 12,486 MSEK (11,666) and for the fourth quarter by 3 percent to 3,148 MSEK (3,064). In local currencies, sales for the full year increased by 6 percent and for the fourth quarter by 4 percent
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 9 percent to 3,666 MSEK (3,365). For the fourth quarter operating profit from product areas1) decreased by 2 percent to 883 MSEK (898). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 8 percent and was flat for the fourth quarter
· Operating profit2) amounted to 4,062 MSEK (3,702) for the full year and to 986 MSEK (1,022) for the fourth quarter
· EPS (basic) for the full year increased by 18 percent to 14.33 SEK (12.14) and for the fourth quarter by 15 percent to 3.93 SEK (3.42)
· The Board proposes an increased dividend to 7.30 SEK (6.50)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

White Owl and Game introduce the new standard in cigarillos

USA
Jan 8, 2013 11:00 AM CET

White Owl and Game by Garcia y Vega proudly announce the latest innovation in cigarillos, FoilFresh® Gold! 



Interim Report January – September 2012

Oct 30, 2012 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the third quarter increased by 7 percent to 3,208 MSEK (3,011) and by 6 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 942 MSEK (909) and by 3 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit2) increased by 4 percent to 1,022 MSEK (983) for the third quarter
· EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 3.41 SEK (3.28), EPS (basic) for the first nine months increased by 19 percent to 10.40 SEK (8.72)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

Comments by Swedish Match to the press release from the European Commission

Oct 16, 2012 7:00 PM CET
As stated in a press release today from the European Commission, the European Anti-Fraud Office, OLAF, has presented a report to the European Commission. Among other things the report states that Swedish Match has filed a complaint about receiving a proposal to influence the outcome of the ongoing review by the European Commission of the Tobacco Products Directive, in exchange for financial compensation. The Tobacco Products Directive regulates the sales ban on Swedish snus within the EU, to which Sweden has an exemption.

Kardus 2012 has a fragrance of sun and sherry

Sweden
Sep 27, 2012 11:55 AM CET

The tobacco in this year’s edition of Kardus is from the small village of Cincho in western Spain. As always, it has been carefully selected and handled meticulously to satisfy the demands of the most discerning snus users in Sweden. Only a few will have the opportunity to sample this exclusive edition, since only 600 packages will be released for sale, just in time for Father’s Day.

General seeks its roots with new design

Sweden
Sep 11, 2012 9:55 AM CET

General is Sweden’s most widely sold snus and the brand is growing in global popularity. Following 150 years and more than 20 different packaging designs worldwide, General is introducing a new contemporary design with solid links to the brand’s history.

Half Year Report January – June 2012

Jul 20, 2012 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 3,213 MSEK (2,944) and by 6 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter increased by 13 percent to 938 MSEK (829) and by 9 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit2) increased by 20 percent to 1,082 MSEK (904) for the second quarter
· EPS (basic) for the second quarter increased to 3.72 SEK (2.94)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

White Owl and Game introduces new cigarillo

USA
Jul 16, 2012 12:00 PM CET
White Owl® and Game® introduce The Darker Side of Smooth™ - The Hottest New Idea in Cigarillos

Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares

May 31, 2012 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2012 Swedish Match AB has cancelled 7,000,000 treasury shares.

Nick & Johnny snus launched in Sweden

Sweden
May 24, 2012 10:00 AM CET

In June, Swedish Match introduced the snus brand Nick & Johnny in Sweden. The brand stand out with its urban design and distinctive assortment.

Swedish Match announces new USA unit

May 9, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Lights International, an operating unit of Swedish Match AB, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, announces the formation of Swedish Match Lights USA. This new unit will market and distribute the Company’s Cricket® brand of utility lighters and related products.

Interim Report January – March 2012

May 4, 2012 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent to 2,917 MSEK (2,646). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 9 percent
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter increased by 24 percent to 903 MSEK (729). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 22 percent
· Operating profit2) increased by 23 percent to 972 MSEK (793) for the first quarter
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 3.27 SEK (2.50)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2012

May 2, 2012 5:00 PM CET
 

Swedish Match Introduces an Industry First

USA
May 1, 2012 7:30 PM CET
Pouches will never be the same!

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2011

Mar 30, 2012 11:00 AM CET

Swedish Match annual report 2011 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 26, 2012 8:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Wednesday, 2 May, 2012 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2011

Feb 22, 2012 7:15 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the full year increased by 4 percent to 11,666 MSEK (11,222) and for the fourth quarter by 9 percent to 3,064 MSEK (2,801). In local currencies, comparable sales1) for the full year increased by 8 percent and for the fourth quarter by 10 percent. Sales for the full year 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 13,606 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for thefull year increased by 7 percent to 3,365 MSEK (3,158) and for the fourth quarter by 7 percent to 898 MSEK (836). In local currencies, comparable operating profit2) for the full year increased by 11 percent and for the fourth quarter by 7 percent
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG in 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) amounted to 3,702 MSEK (4,169) for the full year, and to 1,022 MSEK (1,421) for the fourth quarter
· EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 12.14 SEK (9.92, or 13.12 including larger one time items) and for the fourth quarter to 3.42 SEK (2.06, or 4.85 including larger one time items)
· The Board proposes an increased dividend to 6.50 SEK (5.50)

1. Sales excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010.
2. Operating profit excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items.
3. Larger one time items include reversals of amortizations and depreciations relating to assets held for sale in 2010. In the fourth quarter 2010 it also included a net gain from pension settlements as well as a capital gain from the transfer of businesses to STG.

Flavored launches

Norway
Feb 20, 2012 10:03 AM CET

Taste is at the centre when Swedish Match Launches Radical Red Xtra Strong Chili by: Nick & Johnny and a new addition to the General Family: General Extra Strong Portion Long.

General launches mini-snus with the strength of a normal portion

Sweden
Jan 24, 2012 4:40 PM CET

General presents Strong White Mini – a portion-packed snus in mini-format with the same nicotine strength as a normal portion. The flavor has the classic General character.

Catch Collection with a big-city flavor

Sweden
Jan 24, 2012 4:37 PM CET

Catch Collection will change flavors three times during 2012. The first flavor has been named Lafayette Street, inspired by the street with the same name in New York. This mini-snus has a mild tobacco character, with a flavor of spearmint, a touch of peppermint and a distinct sweetness.

Interim Report January – September 2011

Oct 26, 2011 6:00 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the third quarter increased by 2 percent to 3,011 MSEK (2,964) and by 6 percent in local currencies. Sales for the third quarter of 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 3,823 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 909 MSEK (874) and by 9 percent in local currencies
· The share of net profit from Scandinavian Tobacco Group in the third quarter amounted to 74 MSEK, including restructuring charges of 61 MSEK before tax
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG last year, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) for the third quarter amounted to 983 MSEK (1,049)
· EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.28 SEK (3.23)

1)   Sales excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010.

2)   Operating profit excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items.

3)   Larger one time items include reversals of amortizations and depreciations relating to assets held for sale in 2010.

Luxurious Kardus snus – a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival

Sweden
Oct 7, 2011 6:40 AM CET

This year’s version of the luxurious Kardus snus is called Carnival Blend and is a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival, passion and pleasure. The tobacco is grown in selected plantations in southern Brazil and the flavor is from the country’s national liquor – a fruity cachaça.

Catch introduces mini-can snus with raspberry and pepper flavor

Sweden
Sep 22, 2011 2:20 PM CET

Catch Collection is presenting Thrill – a mini-can snus with the flavor of sun-ripe raspberry spiced with pepper for well-rounded sweetness. Thrill will be in stores in October and will remain in snus refrigerators until February 2012, when the next flavor is introduced.

Swedish Match first to launch snus made from ecologically grown tobacco

Sweden
Aug 18, 2011 2:00 PM CET

General Green Harvest is the first snus to be made from ecologically grown tobacco. Green Harvest contains only tobacco from certified farmers and grown according to ecological principles. This means that no artificial fertilizers or insecticides are used.

Half Year Report January – June 2011

Jul 20, 2011 6:00 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the second quarter increased by 3 percent to 2,944 MSEK (2,849) and by 11 percent in local currencies. Sales for the second quarter of 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 3,701 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for the second quarter increased by 5 percent to 829 MSEK (793) and by 13 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG last year, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) for the second quarter amounted to 904 MSEK (945)
· EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 2.94 SEK (2.78)

Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2011 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011 Swedish Match AB has cancelled 18,000,000 treasury shares.

Solstickan Award for 2011 goes to H.M. Queen Silvia

May 22, 2011 10:00 PM CET
The Solstickan Foundation has awarded H.M. Queen Silvia this year’s Solstickan Award of 150,000 SEK based on the following rationale “for unique and altruistic action in support of vulnerable children and the aged.”

Interim Report January – March 2011

May 4, 2011 6:00 AM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2011

May 2, 2011 4:44 PM CET

Discreet snus in a tiny can

Sweden
May 2, 2011 8:29 AM CET

General and Göteborgs Rapé are two of the most popular types of snus sold in Sweden. Both will now be available in even smaller cans, as snus in a mini format. The new cans will hold just as many portions as before and the snus will also be packed in an elegant star formation.

Little snus can becomes even smaller

Sweden
May 2, 2011 8:01 AM CET

Catch Collection Still, with a taste of violet and liquorice, made its debut in refrigerator displays in 2009. This popular snus is destined to make a comeback now that Catch consumers have voted for the three flavors that are to reappear in 2011. A significant little feature is that the snus will return in an even smaller can.

More eco-friendly snus can

Sweden
May 2, 2011 7:29 AM CET

Swedish Match is introducing a new snus can in a mini format. The number of portion pouches will remain the same but the can will contain approximately 21 percent less plastic than the former can. As a result, Swedish Match expects to reduce its plastic consumption by approximately eight tons as early as the first year.

Low-priced snus of high Kaliber

Sweden
Apr 11, 2011 11:25 AM CET

Swedish Match will be launching a modern, attractively priced alternative, Kaliber, to accommodate consumers who want high-quality low-priced snus.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2010

Apr 4, 2011 8:34 AM CET

As of Monday, April 4, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2010 is available on the Company website.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 24, 2011 9:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Monday, 2 May, 2011 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 21, 2011 8:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Robert F. Sharpe to the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2010

Feb 23, 2011 7:00 AM CET

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 7, 2011 9:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Joakim Westh to the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

New Generalsnus

Norway
Feb 2, 2011 8:30 AM CET

Norway’s most popular snus, General, gains a new member of the family. Swedish Match now launches General Smooth Flavour, a new version of Norway’s bestselling snusbrand.

Catch Collection snus favorite makes a comeback

Sweden
Jan 28, 2011 8:30 AM CET

Catch Collection Chill, with a full-bodied vanilla flavor and a hint of fresh mint, is making a comeback to the refrigerator display. This snus favorite returns in response to positive comments made by users in a consumer survey.

Swedish Match announces retirement of Lennart Freeman

Jan 14, 2011 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match announces that Lennart Freeman, Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB, will retire effective March 1, 2011 after more than 30 years with the Company. Freeman is currently President of the Lights operating units, and prior to that served as President of Swedish Match International (SMI).

Swedish Match announces signed agreement between Scandinavian Tobacco Group and Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited

Jan 14, 2011 1:30 PM CET
Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S (STG) has signed an agreement with Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited (Lane). STG is 49 percent owned by Swedish Match AB.

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Nov 10, 2010 9:00 AM CET

Swedish Match receives 170 MEUR from Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Oct 29, 2010 12:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2010

Oct 27, 2010 6:00 AM CET
·      Sales for the third quarter were 3,823 MSEK (3,606)

·      In local currencies, sales for the third quarter increased by 7 percent, with growth in all product areas except for chewing tobacco

·      Operating profit for the third quarter increased to 1,049 MSEK (874). Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit increased by 16 percent to 1,017 MSEK (874)

·      In local currencies, operating profit for the third quarter, including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, increased by 17 percent

·      EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.23 SEK (2.53)

·      The transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group was completed October 1

Catch Pure Mint – for a fresher flavor

Sweden
Oct 20, 2010 7:00 AM CET

A fresh peppermint flavor delivered in a discrete portion-pouch that is not visible under the lip. That’s how we summarize Pure Mint – the most recent snus selection from Catch. In addition, the snus will be packaged in a fashionable metal can that can be proudly displayed.

Light fires quickly and effectively with new Solstickan fire briquettes

Oct 14, 2010 1:00 PM CET
Fire briquettes are a completely new product from Solstickan that have arrived just in time for winter.

Emmett Harrison appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability

Oct 7, 2010 11:30 AM CET
Emmett Harrison has been appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability for Swedish Match AB, effective October 7, 2010. He is also a member of the Group Management Team. Emmett continues to be responsible for the Investor Relations function.

Swedish Match completes transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Oct 4, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Today, Swedish Match (SM) and Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announce the creation of a global company with leading market positions in cigars, pipe tobacco and fine cut tobacco.

East Indian theme for this year’s Kardus

Sweden
Sep 30, 2010 3:30 PM CET

Kardus is the snus for connoisseurs. Probably the world’s most exclusive – and expensive – snus. The tobacco for this year’s edition has been picked in Java and flavored with the finest arrack. Both the flavor and the roots have their origin in Asian trade routes. We are releasing 500 boxes, just in time for Father’s Day.

Snus classic in elongated version

Sweden
Sep 24, 2010 2:00 PM CET

Sweden’s most popular snus brand, General, is introducing an entirely new portion format, Long. The new portions are more elongated to fit better under the lip. The flavor is the traditional General, but the recipe has been optimized to enhance the taste and reduce leakage.

New warming flavor for the dark and rain of autumn

Sweden
Sep 8, 2010 10:00 AM CET

In time for the rain and harsh weather of autumn, the Catch Collection is introducing its final flavor for the year, Ease, with a combination of spicy warm ginger and fresh orange.

New design for Ljunglöfs Ettan

Sweden
Aug 16, 2010 10:00 AM CET

Ettan snus, one of Sweden’s oldest brands, traces its roots to the early 1800s. The Ettan products will now be sold under a new design, although the contents of the cans remain unchanged and retain the same high quality that has always characterized the brand.

Half Year Report January – June 2010

Jul 21, 2010 6:00 AM CET
 

Norwegians prefer white portion snus. 164 percent growth.

Norway
Jul 16, 2010 8:00 AM CET
Norwegian consumers have distinct preferences in selecting snus. One of the most striking trends is the growth of snus using "white-portion tehnology". Nick and Johnny Strong White, a new product by Swedish Match, is designed to meet the demand of the Norwegian consumer products.

Catch Collection Glow brightens up summer

Sweden
Jun 7, 2010 10:11 AM CET

Catch Collection is the snus that is presented in different new flavors several times a year. The second variety for 2010 and the sixth in total is called Glow. It combines two summer classics in the form of elderberry in combination with lime and provides a preview of the summer’s refreshing flavor experiences.

Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2010 6:00 AM CET

Lars Bratt, Solstickan Award winner 2010

May 25, 2010 7:26 AM CET

Lars Bratt, founder of the "The Granddad Programme", has been awarded this year's Solstickan Award of 100,000 SEK based on the following rationale: "For an initiative in the spirit of the UN Convention on the Rights of Children by providing specially trained adult role models, mostly to primary schools, in the form of supportive "Granddads" or "Grannies", strengthening children's self-esteem and social skills and enhancing the teaching environment."

Interim Report January – March 2010

Apr 29, 2010 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter were 3,282 MSEK (3,387)
• In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 3 percent, driven by solid growth for the snus and snuff product area
• Operating profit for the first quarter was 755 MSEK (794). Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit was 728 MSEK (794)
• In local currencies, operating profit for the first quarter increased by 1 percent. Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit for the first quarter decreased by 3 percent
• EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.26 SEK (2.11)
• Cigar sales and operating profit comparisons are adversely affected by prior year hoarding in the US
• After the reporting period, an agreement was signed with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to create a new company with a focus on cigars

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2010

Apr 27, 2010 4:55 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 4.75 SEK per share
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 20 million shares repurchased by the Company

Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group sign agreement to form a new cigar focused company

Apr 26, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Following the announcement January 15, 2010 that Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) intend to form a new company with a core focus on cigars; Swedish Match today announces that the transaction agreement has been signed by the parties.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2009

Mar 31, 2010 1:30 PM CET
As of today, 31 March, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2009 is available on www.swedishmatch.com

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2010 1:33 PM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 27, 2010 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match launches tailor-made Snus for Norwegian Consumers

Sweden
Mar 9, 2010 3:00 PM CET

Swedish Match is introducing new snus varieties 01 and 02 in Norway. These two new products are included in the ‘Lab Series’ and are specifically designed to meet the consumer desire for a modern snus that differs from other brands both in terms of taste, style and design.

Full Year Report 2009

Feb 25, 2010 7:00 AM CET
• Sales for the full year increased by 13 percent to 14,204 MSEK (12,611) and for the fourth quarter by 2 percent to 3,545 MSEK (3,480)
• In local currencies, sales for the full year increased by 5 percent and for the fourth quarter by 4 percent
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items for the full year increased by 22 percent to 3,417 MSEK (2,801) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 850 MSEK (807)1)
• In local currencies, operating profit excluding larger one time items for the full year increased by 13 percent and for the fourth quarter by 9 percent1)
• EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 9.67 SEK (8.30) and for the fourth quarter to 2.52 SEK (2.75)2)
• EPS (basic) for the full year, including discontinued operations and one time gains, amounted to 12.88 SEK (8.98)2)
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 4.75 SEK (4.10)

1) Excluding the one time gain of 73 MSEK from sale of subsidiary and related assets in Q4 2008 but including restructuring charges for cigars of 45 MSEK in Q3 2009 and 29 MSEK in Q4 2009
2) Including the one time gain of 73 MSEK from sale of subsidiary and related assets in Q4 2008 and restructuring charges for cigars of 45 MSEK in Q3 2009 and 29 MSEK in Q4 2009

Onico launches portion snus infused with ginseng and guarana

Sweden
Feb 2, 2010 1:58 PM CET

The new Onico+ is infused with extracts from Ginseng & Guarana. Onico+ also provide a completely unique and refreshing flavor with hints of tropical fruits that are reminiscent of delicious Amazonian flora.

Catch Collection Mellow - infused with a taste of rhubarb

Sweden
Feb 1, 2010 1:36 PM CET

Catch Collection continues to push the boundaries of taste. The new taste variety, Mellow, is probably the first snuff in the world with a taste of rhubarb.

Swedish Match has signed a Letter of Intent with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to form a new worldwide company with focus on cigars

Jan 15, 2010 7:30 AM CET
• Swedish Match to contribute all of its cigar business with the exception of US mass market cigars, as well as its remaining pipe tobacco and accessories businesses
• Scandinavian Tobacco Group to contribute all of its tobacco business (cigars, pipe tobacco and fine cut tobacco)
• Completion of the transaction is subject to due diligence by both parties, final transaction agreements, bondholder approval, and regulatory review and approval

Catch Collection Cozy - Christmas snus with a flavor of cardamom and cinnamon

Sweden
Nov 17, 2009 1:54 PM CET

Christmas toffee, rice pudding, mulled wine and saffron buns: Swedish Christmas celebrations are filled with taste experiences. Here comes one more in the form of Catch Collection Cozy – a new snus with the classic Swedish Christmas flavors of cardamom and cinnamon.

Swedish Match gives 1847 a facelift

Sweden
Nov 9, 2009 3:49 PM CET

Swedish Match is taking over production and sales of the 1847 brand, on license from Philip Morris. Simultaneously, the format and design of 1847, Philip Morris’s flagship product in the snus category, will be refined and its recipe enhanced.

Kardus Superior Blend 2009 - Exclusive vintage snus with a Latin American character

Sweden
Nov 4, 2009 8:00 AM CET

Air-dried tobacco from Guatemala, sun-dried tobacco from the province of Salta at the foothills of the Andes and a first-class, 23-year-old dark rum from Guatemala. These are the ingredients that form the basis of the most exclusive snus in the world – Kardus Superior Blend 2009.

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Nov 2, 2009 10:30 AM CET
Swedish Match has on 30 October bought back 324,000 shares. The Company`s holding of own shares thereby amounts to 12,628,000 shares, corresponding to 5,03 percent of the total amount of shares and votes in the Company.

Swedish Match rewarded for successful employer branding effort

Nov 1, 2009 11:00 PM CET

In Universum’s annual career survey, which lists Sweden’s most attractive employers from the viewpoint of economists and engineers, Swedish Match was voted Newcomer of the Year by 11,000 sought-after young professionals.

Interim Report January – September 2009

Oct 27, 2009 7:00 AM CET

Göteborgs Rapé New design – same flavor

Sweden
Sep 15, 2009 6:22 AM CET

Swedish Match’s longstanding snus brand Göteborgs Rapé is appreciated by consumers as much today as when manufacturing commenced in 1919. We are now renewing the design and adding a new brand symbol - GR´.

Swedish Match finalizes the sale of its South African operation to Philip Morris International and repurchases own shares

Sep 14, 2009 11:52 AM CET

Anders Carlberg, 2009 Solstickan Award winner

Sep 10, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Meet Anders Carlberg, founder of Fryshuset and recipient of the 2009 Solstickan Award, a man deeply dedicated to helping challenged children in today’s society.

Aficionados of tobacco

Aug 9, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Meet some of our tobacconists round the globe. They all share a passion for high quality products and the best customer service.

Half Year Report January – June 2009

Jul 17, 2009 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the second quarter increased by 16 percent to 3,666 MSEK (3,164)*
• In local currencies, sales for the second quarter increased by 2 percent*
• Operating profit for the second quarter increased by 30 percent to 899 MSEK (691)*
• In local currencies, operating profit for the second quarter increased by 13 percent*
• EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 2.51 SEK (1.89)*
• EPS (basic) including discontinued operations for the second quarter, amounted to 2.68 SEK (2.04)

* Amounts exclude Swedish Match South Africa, which is separately reported as discontinued operations

Swedish Match agrees to sell South African operations to Philip Morris International

Jul 2, 2009 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares

May 29, 2009 6:00 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2009

Apr 30, 2009 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter increased by 25 percent to 3,535 MSEK (2,818)
• In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent
• Operating profit for the first quarter increased by 55 percent to 846 MSEK (547)
• In local currencies, operating profit for the first quarter increased by 35 percent
• EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.27 SEK (1.36)

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2009

Apr 28, 2009 5:08 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 4.10 SEK per share
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 4 million shares repurchased by the Company

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2008

Apr 1, 2009 9:15 AM CET
As of today, 1 April, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2008 is available on www.swedishmatch.com.

Tony Rickardsson to join Swedish Match

Mar 30, 2009 8:01 AM CET
Tony Rickardsson is appointed Area Manager Eastern Europe for Swedish Match Continental Europe as from 1st October 2009. Tony will succeed Åke Wiktorsson who has together with its partner’s built a solid foundation of our key brands in the Eastern European region over the past 15 years.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 23, 2009 9:50 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 28, 2009 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

New star in the General sky

Sweden
Mar 9, 2009 2:10 PM CET

General White Portion will be the role model for can designs.

Full Year Report 2008

Feb 18, 2009 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter increased to 3,628 MSEK (3,527) and 13,162 MSEK (12,551) for the full year
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items* for the fourth quarter increased to 864 MSEK (795) and 3,017 MSEK (2,730) for the full year
• Operating profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 937 MSEK (1,062) and 3,090 MSEK (2,997) for the full year
• EPS (basic) for the fourth quarter amounted to 2.91 SEK (3.04) and 8.98 SEK (7.82) for the full year
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 4.10 SEK (3.50)


* In the fourth quarter 2008 there was a gain of 73 MSEK on the sale of a subsidiary in the UK and related assets. In the fourth quarter 2007 there was a gain of 267 MSEK on the sale of head office buildings in Stockholm.

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International announce global joint venture to commercialize smokefree tobacco products

Feb 3, 2009 7:01 AM CET
Swedish Match AB [publ] and Philip Morris International [NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM] (PMI) today announced that they have entered into an agreement to establish an exclusive joint venture company to commercialize Swedish Snus and other smokefree tobacco products worldwide, outside of Scandinavia and the United States.

General Ekstra Sterk – now as loose snus

Norway
Feb 2, 2009 1:55 PM CET

A new member of the popular General family is now being launched; a loose snus for those who want a strong tobacco flavor and more nicotine.

New Catch Collection changes flavor continuously

Sweden
Feb 2, 2009 1:50 PM CET

Chill, Fresh, Still and Cozy are the new flavors to be introduced during the year.

Solstickan Foundation for the benefit of children and elderly

Jan 7, 2009 11:00 PM CET

A share of the sale price of every box of Solstickan-brand matches is allocated to the Solstickan Foundation - for the benefit of children and the elderly. Read about the non-profit association Arken pony farm in Malmö, Sweden, that was granted SEK 20,000 from Solstickan Foundation in order to start a partnership with the aim to stimulate disabled children.

Swedish Match welcomes an important step to normalize trade in the EU

Nov 28, 2008 9:01 AM CET
Swedish Match welcomes the government’s decision today to start a process aimed at ultimately lifting the ban on the export of Swedish snus to consumers within the European Union.

Dedication improves environmental health

Nov 18, 2008 11:00 PM CET
With dedication and enthusiasm all employees at the North American facilities work for the development of environmental well-being. There is a long tradition of working with these issues as an integral part of daily business.

Innovation at the forefront

Nov 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Smokefree tobacco is one of the fastest-growing consumer categories in the US. Many players have endeavored to penetrate the market but few have succeeded. However, Swedish Match’s innovativeness is ideally suited for expansion in a dynamic market.

Grovsnus Black – new snus with robust taste

Sweden
Nov 4, 2008 11:44 AM CET

Starting this week, Sweden’s tobacconists will be offered a masculine, rich-tasting and full-bodied alternative – Grovsnus Black. As the name implies, the portions are black.

Interim Report January – September 2008

Oct 29, 2008 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the third quarter increased to 3,432 MSEK (3,272)
• In local currencies, net sales were 8 percent above the third quarter of 2007
• Operating profit for the third quarter increased to 864 MSEK (759)
• EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 39 percent to 2.63 SEK (1.89)
• We maintain our outlook for 2008 with improved sales and underlying operating profit for the Group compared to 2007. For further details refer to the outlook section in this report

Half Year Report January – June 2008

Jul 18, 2008 6:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter increased to 3,284 MSEK (3,090)
• In local currencies, net sales were 12 percent above the same quarter of last year
• Operating profit for the second quarter increased to 733 MSEK (642)
• EPS for the second quarter increased by 22 percent to 2.02 SEK (1.66)
• We maintain our outlook for 2008 with improving sales and underlying operating profit for the Group compared to 2007. For further comments on the outlook please refer to page 9

General Cigar prevails in trademark infringement and counterfeiting suit relating to "COHIBA Caribbean's Finest" cigars and rum

Jul 11, 2008 10:26 AM CET
Richmond, VA — General Cigar Co. Inc. announced today that the United States District Court for the District of Nevada has ruled in its favor, granting its motion for summary judgment, awarding damages and permanently prohibiting the import, marketing, distribution and sale of infringing “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” cigars and rum.

Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares

May 30, 2008 6:00 AM CET

“Give snus a chance”

May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Less than 1.5 percent of the 107 million smokers in the EU have access to viable, pragmatic and consumer friendly alternatives to their cigarettes. They are simply left behind with a very challenging dilemma; quit or die.

Inspired by market trends

May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
What is required to generate growth in a mature market? The answer is simple. Consumer insight, well-segmented and defined target groups andan instinct for future trends. Anna Neiås, Vice President Marketing, Swedish Match North Europe Division, is satisfied with developments to date.

A nose for snus

May 17, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Aroma, flavor and an excellent tobacco balance are the main components used when producing flavors for new tobacco products.

Swedish Match AB appoints new CEO and CFO

May 13, 2008 6:00 AM CET
The Swedish Match Board of Directors has today appointed Lars Dahlgren, 37, as the new President and CEO of the Swedish Match Group effective June 1, 2008.

Environment goals important

May 12, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match’s snus operations in the Scandinavian market have been environmentally certified in accordance with ISO 14001 since 2003, and the company works actively on achieving environmental goals.

Interim Report January – March 2008

Apr 25, 2008 6:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the first quarter amounted to 2,818 MSEK (2,663)
• In local currencies, net sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent
• Operating profit for the first quarter amounted to 543 MSEK (534)
• Net profit for the first quarter amounted to 341 MSEK (332)
• EPS for the first quarter amounted to 1.34 SEK (1.23)
• Significantly improved profitability in the Scandinavian snus business compared to the first quarter previous year
• US cigar business had a weak first quarter but sales and operating profit are expected to improve for the remainder of the year

Swedish Match AB invests in new production capacity in Sweden

Apr 24, 2008 1:50 PM CET
In the introduction, the correct investment amount is MSEK 265.

Swedish Match AB today announces an additional investment in its Kungälv snus production plant in Sweden. The investment of MSEK 265 is in response to the strong demand for snus in the portion packed format. The Kungälv plant is specialized in the Swedish Match unique “White Production Technology”, a white, dry portion packed snus with both regular and star formation filling of the cans.


Extreme makeover” of snus can

Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
The Nick & Johnny snus is being launched in two new flavors, East and West, in an entirely new can. The product is aimed at adult male snus users – or smokers who regard snus as an alternative to smoking – and for the first time since 1967, the can is not traditionally round, but rectangular. The inspiration for the can comes from the hood of old American sport cars.

“Extreme makeover” of snus can

Sweden
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET

The Nick & Johnny snus is being launched in two new flavors, East and West, in an entirely new can. The product is aimed at adult male snus users – or smokers who regard snus as an alternative to smoking – and for the first time since 1967, the can is not traditionally round, but rectangular. The inspiration for the can comes from the hood of old American sport cars.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2008

Apr 22, 2008 7:00 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 3.50 SEK per share
• Election of Karen Guerra to the Board
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 12 million shares repurchased by the Company
• Re-election of KPMG Bohlins AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2007

Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CET
As of today, 2 April, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2007 is available on www.swedishmatch.com.

Swedish Match AB appoints Rupini Bergström as Director International Media and PR

Mar 26, 2008 1:07 PM CET
Rupini Bergstrom has been appointed Director International Media Relations & PR at the Swedish Match Group. Rupini Bergstrom will be responsible for Media Relations outside the Nordic region, with a special focus on the business and consumer media, while also supporting Swedish Match media and public relations efforts around the regulation of smoke-free products in the E.U.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 18, 2008 7:51 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 22, 2008 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Mar 18, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match has on 17 March bought back 450,000 shares. The Company’s holding of own shares thereby amounts to 13,663,000 shares, corresponding to 5.1 percent of the total amount of shares and votes in the Company. The total amount of shares outstanding, including shares held in treasury, amounts to 267,000,000.

Swedish Match AB Nominating Committee proposal for Board of Directors

Mar 10, 2008 7:30 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB, to be held on April 22, 2008, the Nominating Committee will propose the following Board members to serve as Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB up to the Annual General Meeting 2009.

Triumph, snus on cigarette shelf

Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Triumph snus, which is now being launched in the US, is the result of a partnership between Swedish Match and Lorillard Tobacco Company.

New cigars, snus and lighters

Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Ten new products were launched during the last quarter 2007. Here are a few examples of the new cigars, snus and lighters.

Swedish Match AB appoints Patrik Hildingsson Vice President Public Affairs

Feb 27, 2008 7:00 AM CET

CEO transition in Swedish Match during 2008

Feb 20, 2008 7:15 AM CET
Sven Hindrikes, 57, has today advised the Board of Directors that he wishes to retire as President and CEO of Swedish Match AB during the course of 2008. The Board accepts his decision with regret and will now initiate a search process for his successor. Sven Hindrikes remains in his position until a new President and CEO has been appointed and will be available to support the transition process.

Full Year Report 2007

Feb 20, 2008 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter amounted to 3,527 MSEK (3,457) and 12,551 MSEK (12,911) for the full year
• Operating profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 1,062 MSEK (811) and 2,997 MSEK (3,285) for the full year
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items* for the fourth quarter amounted to 795 MSEK (811) and 2,730 MSEK (3,137) for the full year
• Net profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 791 MSEK (603), and 2,056 MSEK (2,335) for the full year
• EPS for the fourth quarter amounted to 3.04 SEK (2.19) and 7.82 SEK (8.13) for the full year
• Hoarding of snus in December 2007 and 2006 and adverse currency translation effects distort comparisons between the periods
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 3.50 SEK (2.50)

* Larger one time items comprise a gain from the sale of head office buildings in Stockholm in Q4 2007 of 267 MSEK and a pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK in Q2 2006.

EU committee confirms health benefits of Swedish snus

Feb 18, 2008 9:00 AM CET

The scientific committee (SCENIHR, Standing Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks) has been assigned by the European Commission to evaluate the health effects of smokeless tobacco products including Swedish snus. The committee has now presented the final version of its findings to the Commission.

- The committee confirms the significant health benefits of Swedish snus relative to cigarettes. The report therefore constitutes a reevaluation of Swedish snus within the European Union where the product is currently banned, except in Sweden, says Lars E Rutqvist, MD, Ph D, Vice President for Scientific Affairs, Swedish Match AB, Stockholm, Sweden, previously Professor of Oncology at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm.

- The scientific debate about snus within the EU has come to an end, and the politicians must now decide on whether it is reasonable to continue to deny European smokers access to a dramatically less hazardous alternative to cigarettes, Rutqvist concludes.

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus

Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
"Each year, speculation on what the Christmas gift of the year will be is keen. Kardus is definitely this year’s Christmas gift for the connoisseur who wants exceptionally exclusive snus," says Anna Lekander, Press Relations Manager, Swedish Match.

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus

Sweden
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET

"Each year, speculation on what the Christmas gift of the year will be is keen. Kardus is definitely this year’s Christmas gift for the connoisseur who wants exceptionally exclusive snus," says Anna Lekander, Press Relations Manager, Swedish Match.

General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway

Dec 11, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Norway’s largest snus brand has now been supplemented with General Sterk, a snus product in a white-portion format. This production technique has been developed by Swedish Match and results in a gently dryer pouch product with a longer-lasting taste.

Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!

Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
One of the most characteristic consumer packages in Sweden is turning 40 years old. The round snus can, so common today, first saw the light of day in 1967. But at the time, it was a pretty large upheaval for diehard snus users.

Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!

Sweden
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET

One of the most characteristic consumer packages in Sweden is turning 40 years old. The round snus can, so common today, first saw the light of day in 1967. But at the time, it was a pretty large upheaval for diehard snus users.

Röda Lacket - constantly surprising

Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
The snus Röda Lacket is changing design and being launched with 21 different tops and ten different banderoles. The design is based on an illustration that has been cut apart. Each part has then become a can top or banderole - with constantly changing patterns.

Röda Lacket - constantly surprising

Sweden
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET

The snus Röda Lacket is changing design and being launched with 21 different tops and ten different banderoles. The design is based on an illustration that has been cut apart. Each part has then become a can top or banderole - with constantly changing patterns.

General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway

Norway
Nov 12, 2007 9:00 AM CET

Norway’s largest snus brand has now been supplemented with General Sterk, a snus product in a white-portion format. This production technique has been developed by Swedish Match and results in a gently dryer pouch product with a longer-lasting taste.

Turkish delight

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match has succeeded in increasing sales of lighters in Turkey by over 140 percent in just two years, based on an effective sales strategy that involves balancing several distribution channels against each other. Where Cricket lighters are displayed at store counters, they practically sell themselves, according to Hakan Tuna, Managing Director for Swedish Match International Division in Turkey.

Speedway hero helps build brands

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET

Tony Rickardsson is one of Sweden's most famous and best-liked sportsmen. After six world championship titles in speedway and numerous prizes and awards, he has switched this year to car racing in the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia. The cooperation with Swedish Match as principal sponsor will continue and as Rickardsson himself phrased it, they are "a perfect match." He is also one of Sweden's most well-known users of snus and his favorite is General Onyx by Swedish Match.

From value-priced to LUXURY

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
In less than two years, the Scandinavian snus market has changed and moved from one to several segments. This change has been caused by an increased interest in Swedish snus and greater demand for new products. In North America, different American snuff segments have existed since the mid- 1990s and a new segment in the US could be Swedish snus.

Cricket - in a class of its own

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Every day, Cricket lighters are used by approximately 200 million people in more than 100 different countries. Cricket is one of Swedish Match's most widely-spread brands characterized by quality, safety and design.

US spotlight on Swedish snus

Nov 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET
The US media is increasing its focus on Swedish snus, most recently in the International Herald Tribune and The New York Times.

Swedish Match Interim Report January – September 2007

Oct 25, 2007 6:41 AM CET
Bullet 4 regarding Net profit was in error in previous version.

• Net sales for the third quarter amounted to 3,272 MSEK (3,261) and 9,024 MSEK (9,454) for the first nine months
• Operating profit for the third quarter amounted to 759 MSEK (808) and 1,935 MSEK (2,326*) for the first nine months
• Currency translation differences in the third quarter negatively affected sales and operating profit comparisons by 75 MSEK and 27 MSEK respectively
• Net profit for the third quarter amounted to 491 MSEK (627), and 1,264 MSEK (1,732) for the first nine months
• EPS for the third quarter amounted to 1.89 SEK (2.23) and 4.78 SEK (5.94) for the first nine months
• Cigars International Inc., a US based cigar business with annual sales of 400 MSEK, was acquired in September
* Excluding pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK before tax in 2006

Swedish Match Announces Nominating Committee

Oct 4, 2007 2:07 PM CET
The 2007 Annual General Meeting resolved that the Chairman of the Board shall be given a mandate to contact the company´s four largest shareholders and ask them each to appoint one representative to make up the Nominating Committee, together with the Chairman of the Board, for the period until a new Nominating Committee has been appointed in accordance with a mandate from the next Annual General Meeting.

One million snus-users in Sweden will face new tax increases on snus

Sep 17, 2007 6:16 AM CET

Swedish Match appoints Patrik Andersson new President North Europe Division

Sep 5, 2007 1:02 PM CET
Patrik Andersson 44, has been appointed to the position of President North Europe Division, effective October 1, 2007. He will succeed Lars-Olof Löfman who takes up the position as Global head of Smoke free products.

Swedish Match finalizes acquisition of Cigars International Inc. in the US

Sep 3, 2007 12:39 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires Cigars International Inc. in the U.S.

Aug 16, 2007 6:08 AM CET
Swedish Match AB has agreed to acquire Cigars International, Inc., a privately held U.S. company that specializes in the direct marketing and sales of hand-made and machine-made premium cigars and related accessories. Cigars International employs approximately 100 people and had sales of approximately 400 MSEK for the twelve month period ending June 30, 2007.

New Piccanell – a modern Swedish chewing tobacco with long traditions

Aug 15, 2007 10:00 PM CET
During this spring, one of Swedish Match’s most classic brands underwent a proper makeover. Piccanell, a Swedish smokeless chewing tobacco with origins from the 17th century, was renewed with a new design, new packaging and two new flavors.

Arrival of Onico Juniper Berry

Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
The TOBACCO- AND NICOTINE-FREE portion-packed snus segment continues to grow in Sweden. We are now launching a new flavor: Onico Juniper Berry.

Further step toward new view of snus

Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET

That snus is a significantly less harmful alternative to cigarettes is a viewpoint that is gaining a stronger foothold in the scientific community. One example is the scientific committee that recently evaluated the health effects of smokeless tobacco on behalf of the EU. In the May issue of the respected magazine, The Lancet, two scientists demanded that snus should be allowed where it is prohibited today.

Swedish Match has appointed Henrik Brehmer new Senior Vice President Corporate Communications

Aug 10, 2007 6:56 AM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2007

Jul 20, 2007 6:11 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,090 MSEK (3,242) and 5,752 MSEK (6,193) for the first six months
• Operating profit* for the second quarter amounted to 642 MSEK (784) and 1,176 MSEK (1,517) for the first six months
• US dollar and other currency translation differences in the second quarter negatively affected sales and operating profit comparisons by 105 MSEK and 25 MSEK respectively
• Net profit for the second quarter amounted to 441 MSEK (617), and 773 MSEK (1,105) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter amounted to 1.66 SEK (2.09) and 2.89 SEK (3.72) for the first six months
• Bogaert Cigars acquired at the end of the second quarter, with an annual turnover of 180 MSEK

* Excluding pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK before tax in 2006

Swedish Match reaches agreement on sale of Stockholm real estate

Jul 6, 2007 3:25 PM CET

Swedish Match Acquires Bogaert Cigars

Jun 15, 2007 1:20 PM CET
• Portfolio consists of machine made cigars and cigarillos
• Primary markets are France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium
• Bogart and Hollandia brands, as well as private label products
• Production in Belgium and Indonesia
• Annual turnover of approximately 20 MEUR

Swedish Match to deregister from SEC

May 31, 2007 8:32 AM CET

US – world's largest snuff market

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
The American snuff market is growing constantly, and demand is increasing every year. As restrictions on smoking become more widespread, more and more smokers are seeking smokeless alternatives. Swedish Match is one of the players in this growing market.

Tradition and innovation

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Greatly simplified, production of snus requires only tobacco, water and salt. For Swedish Match, however, the production of quality snus is an advanced and highly technical process that begins long before the tobacco reaches the plant.

Snus is better than cigarettes

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
An increasing number of researchers consider that smokeless products are a good alternative for people who find it difficult to stop using tobacco completely. Proponents of Harm Reduction, which is a strategy for reducing the harmful effects of smoking, believe that there are major health gains to be realized if smokers replace cigarettes with significantly less harmful smokeless products.

Not without my snus

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match has nearly 20 different brands of snuff and snus, but Swedish golf pro Fredrik Jacobson knows which brand he prefers. “General is without a doubt my favorite snus, I have used it for 15 years,” says Fredrik Jacobson.

Market leader in Scandinavia

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
With market shares of nearly 90 percent in Sweden and Norway,* Swedish Match is the Scandinavian leader in the snus market. Despite increased competition from international tobacco companies, Swedish Match has a strong market-leading position. The key to success is an intense focus on product development and continuous dialogue with customers.

Lancet: Snus positive for public health

May 9, 2007 8:00 AM CET

Bans on snus or overstated propaganda against the product are not a sound public-health policy, since cigarette smoking is the overshadowing health problem. This is the conclusion reached in today's issue of the respected medical journal The Lancet.

Mahogany trees restoring nature

May 4, 2007 10:00 PM CET
"I always wondered why there weren’t any mahogany trees in Mahogany Valley, until I found out that the trees had been harvested for their valuable timber and to create arable land. We’ve just finished planting 20,000 mahogany plants that will grow and restore the natural flora," says Carlos Thomen proudly.

Interim Report January – March 2007

Apr 27, 2007 6:51 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter amounted to 2,663 MSEK (2,951)
• A sharp increase in the excise tax for snus effective January 1, 2007, resulted in exceptionally low deliveries of snus to the Swedish market during the first quarter
• Operating profit for the first quarter amounted to 534 MSEK (733)
• Net profit for the first quarter amounted to 332 MSEK (488)
• EPS for the first quarter amounted to 1.23 SEK (1.62)

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.50 SEK

Apr 23, 2007 8:00 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2006

Mar 22, 2007 3:35 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2007 9:49 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Monday 23 April 2007 at 16:30 (CET) in Stockholm, Sweden.

2006 our best year to date - Interview with Sven Hindrikes, President

Mar 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2006

Feb 14, 2007 7:51 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter amounted to 3,457 MSEK (3,500), and 12,911 MSEK (13,311) for the full year
• Operating income increased by 18% to 799 MSEK (678) for the fourth quarter and by 15% to 3,235 MSEK (2,825) for the full year
• Net income for the fourth quarter amounted to 602 MSEK (456), and 2,331 MSEK (1,777) for the full year
• EPS for the fourth quarter was up 48% to 2.18 SEK (1.47), and up 45% to 8.12 SEK (5.61) for the full year
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 2.50 SEK (2.10)

Two new members proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 7, 2007 4:44 PM CET

Conny Karlsson proposed as chairman of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB

Jan 16, 2007 9:23 AM CET

Items approved at Swedish Match Shareholders’ Meeting

Dec 4, 2006 3:55 PM CET

Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Nov 6, 2006 8:38 AM CET

Interim Report January – September 2006

Oct 25, 2006 6:33 AM CET
• Net sales for the third quarter amounted to 3,261 MSEK (3,461), and 9,454 MSEK (9,811) for the first nine months
• Operating income excluding larger one time items increased by 5% to 796 MSEK (756) for the third quarter and by 18% to 2,288 MSEK (1,941) for the first nine months
• Net income for the third quarter amounted to 626 MSEK (569), and 1,729 MSEK (1,321) for the first nine months
• EPS for the third quarter was up 23% to 2.22 SEK (1.81), and up 43% to 5.93 SEK (4.14) for the first nine months

Swedish Match set to begin odd-lot commission free offer for shareholders with less than 200 shares

Sep 8, 2006 9:12 AM CET

Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting

Aug 28, 2006 6:43 AM CET

The Solstickan Foundation - a sunny story

Aug 17, 2006 10:00 PM CET
In autumn 1935, the idea was conceived of developing a special brand to place on ordinary boxes of matches, which would be sold at a higher price. The surplus would go to projects designed to serve the interests of children in the community. The man behind the idea was Mathias Hallgren, a director in Svenska Tandsticksbolaget´s sales company. The Solstickan Foundation was established in 1936.

Interim Report January – June 2006 - CORRECTION

Aug 3, 2006 8:48 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,242 MSEK (3,384), and 6,193 MSEK (6,351) for the first six months
• Operating income amounted to 920 MSEK (647) for the second quarter and 1,640 MSEK (1,185) for the first six months
• Operating income, excluding a one time pension curtailment gain of 148 MSEK for the second quarter amounted to 772 MSEK and 1,492 MSEK for the first six months
• Net income for the second quarter amounted to 616 MSEK (405), and 1,103 MSEK (752) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter was 2.09 SEK (1.27), and 3.71 SEK (2.33) for the first six months

Interim Report January - June 2006

Aug 3, 2006 6:46 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,242 MSEK (3,384), and 6,193 MSEK (6,351) for the first six months
• Operating income amounted to 920 MSEK (647) for the second quarter and 1,640 MSEK (1,185) for the first six months
• Operating income, excluding a one time pension curtailment gain of 148 MSEK for the second quarter amounted to 772 MSEK and 1,492 MSEK for the first six months
• Net income for the second quarter amounted to 616 MSEK (405), and 1,103 MSEK (752) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter was 2.09 SEK (1.27), and 3.71 SEK (2.33) for the first six months

Swedish Match launches EUR 300 mln Eurobond issue

Jun 20, 2006 3:13 PM CET

Chairman Mundebo takes his leave

Jun 6, 2006 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – March 2006

Apr 28, 2006 8:55 AM CET
• First quarter net sales amounted to 2,951 MSEK (2,967)
• Excluding the effect of divested businesses, sales increased by 5%
• First quarter operating income amounted to 721 MSEK (538), up 34%
• First quarter net profit amounted to 487 MSEK (347), up 41%
• First quarter EPS amounted to 1.62 SEK (1.06), up 53%

Cancer specialist strengthens scientific competence within Swedish Match

Apr 27, 2006 2:08 PM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.10 SEK

Apr 20, 2006 8:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual Report 2005

Apr 4, 2006 8:37 AM CET
The Annual report has been published on www.swedishmatch.com.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 23, 2006 10:17 AM CET

Firebreak – the smoke-free tobacco product of the future

Mar 23, 2006 9:00 AM CET
Firebreak, a modern chewing-tobacco product previously only sold in Japan, is now available to Swedish cigarette smokers.

Andrew Cripps and Conny Karlsson proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 20, 2006 2:21 PM CET

Swedish Match Acquires European Premium Cigar Brands, Hajenius and Oud Kampen, from The Burger Group

Feb 16, 2006 10:00 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2005

Feb 15, 2006 9:44 AM CET
• Fourth quarter net sales were 3,500 MSEK (3,211), and full year sales were 13,311 MSEK (13,007)
• Fourth quarter operating income was 678 MSEK (508) and full year operating income was 2,825 MSEK (3,593)
• Operating income for the full year, excluding major one-time items, was 2,618 MSEK (2,312)
• Net profit for the fourth quarter was 456 MSEK (297), and for the full year was 1,777 MSEK (2,084)
• Fourth quarter EPS was 1.47 SEK (0.86), and full year EPS was 5.61 SEK (6.18)
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 2.10 SEK (1.90)

Swedish Match Downsizes Match Operations

Jan 10, 2006 9:53 AM CET
The restructuring plan of the match operations is now completed. The aim of the plan has been to divest or close match operations with low profitability and lack of strategic fit with other product areas. The Company previously announced the closure of the match factory in Valencia, Spain and the divestment of the majority holding in the Indian match company Wimco Ltd. In addition to these earlier announced measures, two fully owned operations have been sold, a letter of intent has been signed regarding the divestment of another operation, and an associated company was sold. Also, the remaining minority shareholding of Wimco Ltd. has been sold, and an announcement has been made with regard to the closure of another match factory.

Swedish Match Launches Kronan Snus in Sweden

Sweden
Dec 2, 2005 3:11 PM CET

Swedish Match to launch a new Swedish snus, General Onyx

Sweden
Oct 25, 2005 11:02 AM CET

Interim Report January – September 2005

Oct 25, 2005 9:22 AM CET
• Third quarter net sales were 3,461 MSEK (3,419), and nine month sales were 9,811 MSEK (9,797)
• Operating income amounted to 953 MSEK (454) for the third quarter and 2,118 MSEK (3,061) for the first nine months
• Operating income, excluding major one time items, for the third quarter amounted to 747 MSEK compared with 694 MSEK previous year and 1,912 MSEK (1,779) for the first nine months
• Net profit for the third quarter amounted to 562 MSEK (219), and nine month net profit was 1,301 MSEK (1,770)
• Third quarter EPS was 1.79 SEK (0.63), and nine month EPS was 4.08 SEK (5.26)

Swedish Match to divest New York real estate

Aug 5, 2005 9:28 AM CET

Interim Report January – June 2005

Jul 21, 2005 6:47 AM CET
• Sales were 6,351 MSEK (6,377)
• In local currencies, sales were up 1%
• Operating income amounted to 1,166 MSEK (1,086 MSEK year ago excluding settlement income from UST of 1,521 MSEK)
• Net profit for the period amounted to 738 MSEK (670 MSEK year ago excluding settlement income from UST of 881 MSEK)
• EPS amounted to 2.28 SEK (1.95 SEK year ago excluding settlement income)

Swedish Match to divest Wimco

Jul 1, 2005 12:02 PM CET

Public health report supports harm reduction concept

May 1, 2005 10:00 PM CET

The net effects of changes in tobacco habits in Sweden are positive from a health viewpoint, since smoking is so much more damaging to health than snus. "The current situation is that while we cannot exclude risks associated with snus, they are minimal compared with those from smoking."

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.90 SEK

Apr 27, 2005 7:00 PM CET

Swedish Match names Lennart Freeman Executive Vice President

Apr 20, 2005 10:11 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2005

Apr 20, 2005 9:07 AM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2005 12:51 PM CET

Kersti Strandqvist and Sven Hindrikes proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 17, 2005 2:02 PM CET

An eventful year

Feb 22, 2005 11:00 PM CET
Operations developed favorably during 2004 and sales increased by 3 percent in local currencies. Volumes increased, particularly for cigars, as well as snus. Operating income increased and was affected by several items of a nonrecurring nature. The settlement with UST at the beginning of the year resulted in an income item of 1.5 billion SEK before tax, while write-downs, allocations to reserve and costs for rationalization measures were charged against earnings. Earnings per share rose to 5.61 SEK (4.68), and the Board of Directors has decided to propose that the dividend for the year be increased to 1.90 SEK (1.70).

Swedish Match To Acquire Remaining Ownership In General Cigar

Feb 22, 2005 5:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2004

Feb 11, 2005 11:09 AM CET
• Sales in Swedish Crowns were 13,007 MSEK (13,036). In local currencies, sales were up 3%

• Operating income amounted to 3,370 MSEK (2,224)

• Operating income includes income of 1,521 MSEK from settlement with UST and expenses of 240 MSEK from match impairment charges and provisions

• Net profit amounted to 1,828 MSEK (1,558)

• EPS increased to 5.61 SEK (4.68)

• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 1.90 SEK (1.70)

The Ban on Snus Survives ECJ Challenge

Dec 14, 2004 9:06 AM CET

Swedish Match to reposition Timber Wolf snuff in the U.S.

USA
Nov 30, 2004 7:45 AM CET

Swedish Match comments on IARC press release

Nov 22, 2004 2:50 PM CET

Swedish Match announces repurchase of bonds

Nov 22, 2004 1:08 PM CET

"We have much in common in our focus on brands"

Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
He is CEO of the Nordic region's largest confectionery company and also a new member of Swedish Match's Board of Directors. With his long experience of working with fast-moving consumer goods, Karsten Slotte has much to bring to Swedish Match's Board work. But he personally thinks he also has a lot to learn and that the relationship will be mutually beneficial.

Tobacco-based Harm Reduction is gaining more and more attention

Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2004

Oct 26, 2004 9:10 AM CET

Advocat General opinion that Snus Ban should remain pending amended directive

Sep 7, 2004 8:35 AM CET

The Advocate General of the ECJ to give his opinion today on the EU ban on snus

Sep 7, 2004 7:19 AM CET

India Supreme Court Upholds SEBI Ruling

Aug 27, 2004 12:18 PM CET

Swedish Match to terminate its ADR program and to delist from the NASDAQ National Market

Aug 19, 2004 7:14 AM CET

U. S. Court of appeals upholds judgment for Swedish Match North America/The Pinkerton Tobacco Company in product liability lawsuit

Aug 2, 2004 1:45 PM CET

Interim Report January – June 2004

Jul 21, 2004 9:20 AM CET

Mr Tobacco bows out

Jul 6, 2004 10:00 PM CET
When Klaus Unger resigns from the Board in connection to this year's Annual General Meeting, he will be able to look back on a 46-year career in the Swedish tobacco industry. He has made a substantial contribution to making Swedish Match what it is today, an international company with a clear and consistent strategy focusing on smokeless products. And he is confident about the Company's prospects.

Appointments in Swedish Match

Jun 23, 2004 11:48 AM CET

Sven Hindrikes Appointed President and CEO of Swedish Match

Jun 1, 2004 7:14 AM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.70 SEK

Apr 26, 2004 7:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – March 2004

Apr 26, 2004 8:58 AM CET
• Sales were 3,002 MSEK (3,006)
• In local currencies, sales were up 5%
• Operating income excluding gain from settlement with UST and certain one time costs amounted to 535 MSEK (516)
• Net profit for the period amounted to 1,091 MSEK (337), including gain from settlement with UST
• EPS increased to 3.32 SEK (0.99), of which settlement with UST accounts for 2.50 SEK

Swedish Match Annual Report 2003

Apr 19, 2004 9:26 AM CET

Swedish Match announces appointment of Acting CFO

Apr 2, 2004 12:04 PM CET

General Cigar to Appeal Decision In Cohiba Trademark Ruling

Mar 30, 2004 7:37 AM CET

European Court of Justice to Hear Snus Ban Case in June 2004

Mar 29, 2004 3:13 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 26, 2004 3:23 PM CET

Lennart Sundén leaves Swedish Match

Mar 19, 2004 11:49 AM CET

Settlement with UST

Mar 15, 2004 6:50 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2003

Feb 11, 2004 10:40 AM CET

Karsten Slotte proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 5, 2004 2:57 PM CET

Harm reduction gives snus key role in reducing cigarette smoking

Jan 31, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Focus on reducing the harmful effects of smoking and save lives! Under this slogan, a number of respected researchers are challenging the prevailing opinions of health policy-makers and tobacco critics worldwide. Forty years after the risks of smoking became known, anti-smoking campaigns have had only limited success. Hopes of eliminating tobacco use in society in the foreseeable future seem increasingly unrealistic.

Digital fireworks display crowns inaugural celebration

Nov 27, 2003 11:00 PM CET

“A totally new workplace is always a pleasure for a municipality.”

Unique plant built in record time

Nov 26, 2003 11:00 PM CET

At 11:00 a.m. on January 11, 2001, the ground was broken for what is now Swedish Match's unique new snus plant in Kungälv, near Gothenburg. Not only is the Kungälv plant the world's most advanced snuff-production plant, but construction of the plant was also carried out substantially more rapidly than scheduled, based on a concept unique to Swedish Match. The inauguration in September was the symbolic culmination of many years of dedicated research and development work within Swedish Match.

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

Nov 17, 2003 8:11 AM CET

Interim Report January - September 2003

Oct 23, 2003 9:18 AM CET

World-first snus factory opens in Kungälv

Sep 18, 2003 9:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - June 2003

Jul 23, 2003 10:01 AM CET

It started with royal noses

Jun 24, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Snuff has its origins in North America and spread to Europe via Columbus. The use of nasal snuff flourished at the influential French court and was quickly copied by the upper classes at many Central European courts. In Sweden, snus habits changed at the beginning of the 19th century, when placing moist snus under the upper lip became a widespread practice.

New products ready for barbecue season

May 14, 2003 10:00 PM CET
With its new products in the Solstickan family, the grill bag and the disposable grill, Swedish Match will be making barbecues simpler and more convenient this summer. The lightable grill bag is a totally new concept. No soot from the bag to blacken everything, and no need to use barbecue lighter fluid. In addition, SEK 0.20 goes to the Solstickan Fund for every bag or grill sold.

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.60 SEK

Apr 25, 2003 4:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2003

Apr 25, 2003 9:46 AM CET

5 MSEK per year to Swedish researchers

Apr 10, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Since the end of the 1950s, Swedish Match has been contributing financially to research on the effects of tobacco use. The money, which is distributed by the Swedish Medical Advisory Council, has supported a number of high-quality projects. An example is research into the link between smoking during pregnancy and sudden infant death syndrome, an area in which Swedish research is world-leading.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 28, 2003 2:52 PM CET

Swedish Match agrees to acquire CYAN d.o.o., Slovenia

Mar 28, 2003 8:59 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2002

Feb 11, 2003 10:48 AM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff for sale in the US

Jan 14, 2003 1:36 PM CET

The Swedish experience arouses interest in research circles

Jan 7, 2003 11:00 PM CET
In a health context, the role of snuff (snus) as a significantly better alternative to cigarette smoking has created attention at a number of major international conferences during the past half year. The experiences cited have mainly derived from Sweden.

Breakthrough in the European Snus issue

Nov 26, 2002 2:35 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2002

Oct 23, 2002 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Cuba Tobacco reach cigar settlement

Oct 10, 2002 7:29 AM CET

The snuff enjoyed by popes and laborers celebrates its 180th birthday

Sep 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
With inventiveness and stubbornness Jacob Fredrik Ljunglöv succeeded in establishing »Ettan« (»The One«) as the first »nationwide« snuff in Sweden. Railroad laborers who carried the snuff with them as they moved along were successful marketers. But even Pope Leo XIII liked the taste. »Ettan«, which celebrates its 180th birthday this year, is one of Sweden's oldest active brands and as Swedish as a Midsummer maypole.

Interim Report January - June 2002

Jul 24, 2002 9:54 AM CET

Swedish Match takes legal action against US Tobacco

Jul 22, 2002 2:03 PM CET

Arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory

Jun 2, 2002 10:00 PM CET
The ban on sales of Swedish snuff, snus, is arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory, and conflicts with the EU’s fundamental principle concerning the free movement of goods. This was the opinion expressed by Bo Aulin, Swedish Match General Counsel and Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, at the Group’s capital market day in Gothenburg on February 15.

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.45 SEK

Apr 23, 2002 4:43 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2002

Apr 23, 2002 9:30 AM CET

Seven out of ten Swedes think EU snuff ban should be scrapped

Apr 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2002 9:40 AM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

Feb 14, 2002 9:01 AM CET

Snus continues to perform strongly

Feb 12, 2002 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2001

Feb 12, 2002 11:18 AM CET

Tuve Johannesson and Arne Jurbrant proposed as members of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB

Feb 6, 2002 1:43 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2001

Oct 23, 2001 9:28 AM CET

Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital

Oct 18, 2001 11:57 AM CET

Swedish Match to restructure cigar operations

Aug 29, 2001 6:25 AM CET

Swedish Match AB acquires European dry snuff business

Aug 23, 2001 2:02 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 2001

Jul 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to strengthen its presence on the Italian tobacco market. Acquires distributor of tobacco products.

Jul 16, 2001 12:18 PM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

May 15, 2001 1:17 PM CET

Swedish Match announces test market of ExaltTM - an alternative for smokers

Apr 27, 2001 8:34 AM CET

Swedish Match: Dividend hike to 1.35 SEK approved at today's Annual General Meeting

Apr 24, 2001 5:06 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2001

Apr 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to launch snuff in India

Apr 23, 2001 1:16 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 28, 2001 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital

Mar 18, 2001 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match announces new smokeless initiatives

Mar 11, 2001 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2000

Feb 7, 2001 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to expand pipe tobacco presence and buys British American

Jan 9, 2001 11:00 PM CET

US Federal Court lets stand FTC ruling

Dec 14, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to build new snus plant in Kungälv, Sweden

Dec 13, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Extraordinary shareholders meeting of Swedish Match approves share buyback

Oct 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2000

Oct 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting

Sep 26, 2000 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces Snus capacity investment of approximately 500 MSEK in Sweden

Sep 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires additional 22 percent in Wimco Ltd in India

Jul 30, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – June 2000

Jul 24, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Gum Tech Intl finalize joint venture agreement

Jul 5, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Purchase of minority

Jul 3, 2000 10:00 PM CET

The legality of the EU ban on Swedish snus to be reviewed

Jun 27, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Restructuring moves for Matches

Jun 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's acquisition of National Tobacco's chewing tobacco brands

Jun 22, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 21, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 20, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 19, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to begin share buy-back

Jun 13, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match transfers 1045 MSEK to its shareholders through share redemption

Jun 12, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match completes closing of General Cigar

May 10, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to acquire Brasant Enterprises

May 7, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Shareholders approve share redemption and buyback, dividend increase; Anders Lannebo new Board memb

Apr 28, 2000 7:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - March 2000

Apr 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Annual report -99

Apr 16, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Board Proposes Share Redemption Terms

Apr 11, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match builds its portfolio in US

Feb 10, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations 1999

Feb 8, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to Make Major Investment in General Cigar Holdings Inc.

Jan 19, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Gum Tech form Joint Venture for Non-Tobacco Nicotine Products

Dec 20, 1999 11:00 PM CET

New appointed Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB

Dec 8, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Changes in shareholdings

Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1999

Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires snuff and pipe tobacco company in South Africa

Oct 5, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match in Turkey

Sep 19, 1999 10:00 PM CET

ABN AMRO Bank wins cash management mandate for Swedish Match

Sep 6, 1999 10:00 PM CET

El Credito Cigars acquisition completed

Aug 31, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 1999

Jul 26, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Final agreement regarding sale of Swedish Match's cigarette operations to Austria Tabak

Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires premium cigar company in the US

Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Austria Tabak to acquire Swedish Match's cigarette business

May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to sell the cigarette business to Austria Tabak for MSEK 4,800

May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match publishing dates for financial information 1999-2000

May 18, 1999 10:00 PM CET

General Cigar Holdings and Swedish Match announce closing of sale

May 2, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 1999

Apr 26, 1999 7:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - March 1999

Apr 25, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Preliminary result for Swedish Match: Operating income up 25 procent

Apr 15, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Strong increase in snuff sales, Acquisition of General Cigar approved

Apr 14, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB

Mar 29, 1999 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match introduces options program

Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to acquire mass market business of General Cigar Company, USA

Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Changes in shareholdings

Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Correction! Changes in shareholdings

Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Annual report -98

Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations 1998

Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET

New Group Management appointed

Jan 31, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Management information

Jan 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Management information

Jan 18, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match concentrates lighter production

Jan 12, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match sells Stockholm Headquarters

Dec 20, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match has acquired distribution company in Hong Kong

Nov 12, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1998

Oct 22, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 1998

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

New President and CEO at Swedish Match

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Pace of rationalization measures increases due to decline in profits

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match decided in favor of redemption

Jul 7, 1998 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match transfers SEK 1,216,344,155 million to its shareholders

Jun 25, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match expands in Australia

Jun 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Comments from Swedish Match with reference to the Supreme Court ruling

May 13, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match

Apr 29, 1998 7:00 AM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match proposes terms for redemption

Apr 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Senior executives acquire call options in Swedish Match.

Apr 6, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Restructuring of match production in Belgium

Mar 24, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match enters into business in Australia

Mar 3, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Report on 1997 Operations

Feb 23, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match enters into match business in India

Dec 16, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires match business in Bulgaria

Nov 30, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires R.J. Reynolds Cigar business in Finland

Nov 26, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match - First to Freemantle

Nov 22, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1997

Nov 5, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Acquisition in Sweden

Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Break-through in Turkey

Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Ann-Margret at the Whitbread Around the World Race in Southampton

Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Whitbread takes Swedish Match around the world

Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Negotiations between Swedish Match and Kav Orman Sanayi

Jun 26, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Approval of the Escort Agreement

Jun 4, 1997 10:00 PM CET

The court throws out Silbersky's lawsuit

Jun 3, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's response to the filing of American-style lawsuit

May 29, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Operating income before nonrecurring items up 15 precent

Mar 2, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match reports higher earnings

Nov 2, 1996 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match a Principal Partner in 1997-98 Whitbread Race

Sep 25, 1996 10:00 PM CET

Break-through in the Prince issue

Aug 6, 1996 10:00 PM CET

2025

Swedish Match AB publishes annual report for 2024
Mar 25, 2025 8:09 AM CET

2024

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2023
Jun 28, 2024 4:00 PM CET

2023

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2022
Apr 28, 2023 1:35 PM CET
AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LISTING RULES SIX SWISS EXCHANGE
Mar 28, 2023 8:10 PM CET

2022

Updated notice: Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Dec 19, 2022 2:46 PM CET
Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Dec 14, 2022 1:50 PM CET
Delisting of Swedish Match AB
Dec 13, 2022 1:30 PM CET
Swedish Match AB applies for delisting
Dec 5, 2022 4:20 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2022
Oct 28, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the increased public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.
Oct 27, 2022 6:40 PM CET
Comment to corrected insider trade reporting by the Chairman of the Board
Sep 8, 2022 1:35 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2022
Jul 22, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital
May 31, 2022 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2022
May 11, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.
May 11, 2022 5:45 AM CET
Swedish Match confirms discussions regarding a possible public takeover offer for Swedish Match
May 9, 2022 4:20 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2022
Apr 27, 2022 12:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2021
Mar 25, 2022 10:00 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 21, 2022 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match provides update on plans for separation of its cigar business
Mar 14, 2022 5:00 PM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 7, 2022 12:00 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2021
Feb 16, 2022 7:15 AM CET

2021

Interim Report January – September 2021
Oct 27, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match announces planned separation of its cigar business
Sep 14, 2021 4:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2021
Jul 20, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Change in number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ)
May 31, 2021 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares as well as implementation of share split
Apr 30, 2021 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2021
Apr 30, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2021
Apr 13, 2021 12:30 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2020
Mar 16, 2021 2:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 5, 2021 10:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2020
Feb 10, 2021 7:15 AM CET

2020

Interim Report January – September 2020
Oct 27, 2020 7:15 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2020
Jul 17, 2020 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match announces organizational changes
May 4, 2020 2:38 PM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares
Apr 30, 2020 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2020
Apr 27, 2020 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match restarts manufacturing in the Dominican Republic
Apr 7, 2020 4:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2020
Apr 2, 2020 3:45 PM CET
Swedish Match temporarily suspends manufacturing in the Dominican Republic
Mar 20, 2020 5:46 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2019
Mar 6, 2020 1:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Feb 25, 2020 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 21, 2020 10:30 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2019
Feb 12, 2020 7:15 AM CET

2019

Interim Report January – September 2019
Oct 25, 2019 6:15 AM CET
FDA Designates General Snus as Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes
Oct 22, 2019 4:00 PM CET
USA
Half Year Report January – June 2019
Jul 18, 2019 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2019 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2019
May 9, 2019 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2019
Apr 9, 2019 3:57 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2018
Mar 18, 2019 10:00 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 1, 2019 9:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2018
Feb 13, 2019 7:15 AM CET

2018

Swedish Match comments on ECJ judgement
Nov 22, 2018 12:57 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2018
Oct 26, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match has signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB
Jul 26, 2018 8:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2018
Jul 19, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2018 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2018
May 4, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Advocate General does not recommend the European Court of Justice to find the EU snus ban invalid
Apr 12, 2018 8:54 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2018
Apr 11, 2018 3:35 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires Oliver Twist
Mar 23, 2018 2:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes Annual Report for 2017
Mar 19, 2018 2:30 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 5, 2018 1:00 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2017
Feb 14, 2018 7:15 AM CET

2017

New Chief Financial Officer at Swedish Match
Dec 11, 2017 7:51 AM CET
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Nov 9, 2017 8:08 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to sell its total shareholding in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Nov 8, 2017 5:54 PM CET
Interim Report January– September 2017
Oct 27, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match acquires V2 Tobacco
Sep 1, 2017 6:45 AM CET
General and Göteborgs Rapé One – by Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson
Aug 14, 2017 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Half Year Report January – June 2017
Jul 21, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Millionth box sold by Swedish Match Store - at the Stockholm store
Jun 27, 2017 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
Norway’s first snus store to open in downtown Oslo
Jun 22, 2017 7:15 AM CET
Sweden, Norway
Swedish Match repurchases own shares
Jun 20, 2017 6:45 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2017 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report  January – March 2017
May 8, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2017
May 4, 2017 5:14 PM CET
Göteborgs Rapé Strong is back - now in the ordinary range
Apr 24, 2017 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 29, 2017 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2016
Mar 24, 2017 10:30 AM CET
New e-commerce service from Swedish Match – entire snus range available online
Mar 1, 2017 8:30 AM CET
Sweden
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 24, 2017 9:45 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2016
Feb 17, 2017 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match intends to appeal the decision by the Swedish Patent and Market Court
Feb 8, 2017 12:21 PM CET
With Kaliber+ we’ve added more of the best
Jan 30, 2017 12:30 PM CET
Sweden
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Jan 19, 2017 6:47 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Jan 18, 2017 4:27 PM CET

2016

Swedish Match Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting 2016
Dec 16, 2016 8:36 AM CET
FDA issues a response to application from Swedish Match
Dec 14, 2016 5:38 PM CET
Launch of General Kardus 2017 postponed until late February
Nov 30, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Brand-new beer snus from Swedish Match – Göteborgs Rapé Humle
Nov 25, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Put the used pouch in the garbage
Nov 21, 2016 8:07 AM CET
Sweden
Notice to the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Nov 17, 2016 9:00 AM CET
Interim Report  January – September 2016
Oct 28, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match’s Board of Directors has resolved to propose special dividend
Oct 27, 2016 4:30 PM CET
Swedish Match has issued new notes
Sep 14, 2016 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match is contemplating issuance of public note and a tender of part of outstanding note
Sep 13, 2016 11:31 AM CET
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Sep 7, 2016 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Sep 6, 2016 3:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2016
Jul 22, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match appoints Fredrik Peyron as Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications
May 18, 2016 2:31 PM CET
Swedish Match launches Göteborgs Rapé Stark
May 13, 2016 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
Interim Report January – March 2016
May 4, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2016
Apr 28, 2016 4:05 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2015
Mar 24, 2016 9:30 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2016 9:00 AM CET
New limit values for GOTHIATEK®
Mar 22, 2016 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match comments on the exercise in part of the overallotment option in connection with the IPO of STG
Mar 11, 2016 7:45 AM CET
General Mackmyra – a snus with the flavor of Swedish malt whisky
Feb 26, 2016 10:50 AM CET
Sweden
Full Year Report January – December 2015
Feb 19, 2016 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match comments on the completion of the IPO of Scandinavian Tobacco Group and the Board of Directors’ propose a special dividend to Swedish Match’s shareholders
Feb 10, 2016 7:45 AM CET
XRANGE (XR) grows and adds two new products
Feb 3, 2016 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match starts reporting its share of results from Scandinavia Tobacco Group based on a one quarter lag
Jan 28, 2016 9:30 AM CET
Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S publishes offering circular in connection with its contemplated IPO.
Jan 28, 2016 7:59 AM CET
Solstickan – Birthday celebrations for famous 80-year old boy
Jan 19, 2016 8:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match comments on the announced intention to launch an Initial Public Offering of Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Jan 14, 2016 7:20 AM CET

2015

Swedish Match launches General Kardus Fäviken 2016
Dec 1, 2015 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match comments on the strategic review of STG
Nov 26, 2015 7:30 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2015
Nov 4, 2015 7:15 AM CET
Mustang – A robust snus from Swedish Match
Sep 10, 2015 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Long-awaited comeback of Göteborgs Rapé Original
Sep 8, 2015 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match releases seasonal edition “Ettan Jakt”
Aug 26, 2015 12:00 PM CET
Sweden
Half Year Report January – June 2015
Jul 17, 2015 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match and Philip Morris International to dissolve smokeless joint venture
Jul 16, 2015 11:00 AM CET
Swedish Match opens store in the capital of snus, Gothenburg
Jul 3, 2015 12:40 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 29, 2015 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2015
May 8, 2015 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2015
Apr 23, 2015 5:05 PM CET
XRANGE – The year’s biggest launch from Swedish Match
Mar 30, 2015 12:45 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2014
Mar 20, 2015 2:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 17, 2015 9:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2014
Feb 18, 2015 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match – update on Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Feb 9, 2015 7:45 AM CET

2014

Swedish Match comments on Competition Authority lawsuit
Dec 10, 2014 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match launches its most exclusive snus – Ever
Dec 1, 2014 11:00 AM CET
Sweden
Interim Report January – September 2014
Oct 24, 2014 6:15 AM CET
First flavored snus – largest flavored snus brand
Sep 29, 2014 11:00 AM CET
Sweden
Nick & Johnny change style
Sep 29, 2014 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
FDA seeks comments on the Swedish Match MRTP application
Sep 9, 2014 10:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2014
Jul 18, 2014 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match submits a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application
Jun 11, 2014 6:50 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total numbers of shares
May 30, 2014 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2014
May 9, 2014 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2014
May 7, 2014 4:41 PM CET
World's second snus store opens in Strömstad
Apr 2, 2014 12:11 PM CET
Sweden
Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 31, 2014 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2013
Mar 25, 2014 1:30 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2013
Feb 19, 2014 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match launches new snus range – General Variation
Jan 14, 2014 10:44 AM CET
Sweden

2013

Interim Report January – September 2013
Oct 29, 2013 7:15 AM CET
New look for General snus is unveiled in the US
Oct 14, 2013 10:16 AM CET
USA
Revised outlook for US cigars
Oct 11, 2013 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match names President of reorganized Scandinavia Division and new Chief Financial Officer
Sep 9, 2013 7:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2013
Jul 19, 2013 6:15 AM CET
Game introduces Red cigarillos
Jul 10, 2013 8:35 AM CET
USA
Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares
May 31, 2013 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2013
Apr 29, 2013 6:15 AM CET
General introduces tailored snus
Apr 26, 2013 8:05 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2013
Apr 25, 2013 4:28 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2012
Mar 25, 2013 3:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2013 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 11, 2013 10:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2012
Feb 20, 2013 7:15 AM CET
White Owl and Game introduce the new standard in cigarillos
Jan 8, 2013 11:00 AM CET
USA

2012

Interim Report January – September 2012
Oct 30, 2012 7:15 AM CET
Comments by Swedish Match to the press release from the European Commission
Oct 16, 2012 7:00 PM CET
Kardus 2012 has a fragrance of sun and sherry
Sep 27, 2012 11:55 AM CET
Sweden
General seeks its roots with new design
Sep 11, 2012 9:55 AM CET
Sweden
Half Year Report January – June 2012
Jul 20, 2012 6:15 AM CET
White Owl and Game introduces new cigarillo
Jul 16, 2012 12:00 PM CET
USA
Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares
May 31, 2012 6:00 AM CET
Nick & Johnny snus launched in Sweden
May 24, 2012 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match announces new USA unit
May 9, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2012
May 4, 2012 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2012
May 2, 2012 5:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Introduces an Industry First
May 1, 2012 7:30 PM CET
USA
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2011
Mar 30, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 26, 2012 8:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2011
Feb 22, 2012 7:15 AM CET
Flavored launches
Feb 20, 2012 10:03 AM CET
Norway
General launches mini-snus with the strength of a normal portion
Jan 24, 2012 4:40 PM CET
Sweden
Catch Collection with a big-city flavor
Jan 24, 2012 4:37 PM CET
Sweden

2011

Interim Report January – September 2011
Oct 26, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Luxurious Kardus snus – a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival
Oct 7, 2011 6:40 AM CET
Sweden
Catch introduces mini-can snus with raspberry and pepper flavor
Sep 22, 2011 2:20 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match first to launch snus made from ecologically grown tobacco
Aug 18, 2011 2:00 PM CET
Sweden
Half Year Report January – June 2011
Jul 20, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Solstickan Award for 2011 goes to H.M. Queen Silvia
May 22, 2011 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2011
May 4, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2011
May 2, 2011 4:44 PM CET
Discreet snus in a tiny can
May 2, 2011 8:29 AM CET
Sweden
Little snus can becomes even smaller
May 2, 2011 8:01 AM CET
Sweden
More eco-friendly snus can
May 2, 2011 7:29 AM CET
Sweden
Low-priced snus of high Kaliber
Apr 11, 2011 11:25 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2010
Apr 4, 2011 8:34 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 24, 2011 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 21, 2011 8:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2010
Feb 23, 2011 7:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 7, 2011 9:00 AM CET
New Generalsnus
Feb 2, 2011 8:30 AM CET
Norway
Catch Collection snus favorite makes a comeback
Jan 28, 2011 8:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match announces retirement of Lennart Freeman
Jan 14, 2011 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match announces signed agreement between Scandinavian Tobacco Group and Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited
Jan 14, 2011 1:30 PM CET

2010

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Nov 10, 2010 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match receives 170 MEUR from Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Oct 29, 2010 12:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2010
Oct 27, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Catch Pure Mint – for a fresher flavor
Oct 20, 2010 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Light fires quickly and effectively with new Solstickan fire briquettes
Oct 14, 2010 1:00 PM CET
Emmett Harrison appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability
Oct 7, 2010 11:30 AM CET
Swedish Match completes transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Oct 4, 2010 6:30 AM CET
East Indian theme for this year’s Kardus
Sep 30, 2010 3:30 PM CET
Sweden
Snus classic in elongated version
Sep 24, 2010 2:00 PM CET
Sweden
New warming flavor for the dark and rain of autumn
Sep 8, 2010 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
New design for Ljunglöfs Ettan
Aug 16, 2010 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
Half Year Report January – June 2010
Jul 21, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Norwegians prefer white portion snus. 164 percent growth.
Jul 16, 2010 8:00 AM CET
Norway
Catch Collection Glow brightens up summer
Jun 7, 2010 10:11 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Lars Bratt, Solstickan Award winner 2010
May 25, 2010 7:26 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2010
Apr 29, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2010
Apr 27, 2010 4:55 PM CET
Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group sign agreement to form a new cigar focused company
Apr 26, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2009
Mar 31, 2010 1:30 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2010 1:33 PM CET
Swedish Match launches tailor-made Snus for Norwegian Consumers
Mar 9, 2010 3:00 PM CET
Sweden
Full Year Report 2009
Feb 25, 2010 7:00 AM CET
Onico launches portion snus infused with ginseng and guarana
Feb 2, 2010 1:58 PM CET
Sweden
Catch Collection Mellow - infused with a taste of rhubarb
Feb 1, 2010 1:36 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match has signed a Letter of Intent with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to form a new worldwide company with focus on cigars
Jan 15, 2010 7:30 AM CET

2009

Catch Collection Cozy - Christmas snus with a flavor of cardamom and cinnamon
Nov 17, 2009 1:54 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match gives 1847 a facelift
Nov 9, 2009 3:49 PM CET
Sweden
Kardus Superior Blend 2009 - Exclusive vintage snus with a Latin American character
Nov 4, 2009 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Nov 2, 2009 10:30 AM CET
Swedish Match rewarded for successful employer branding effort
Nov 1, 2009 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2009
Oct 27, 2009 7:00 AM CET
Göteborgs Rapé New design – same flavor
Sep 15, 2009 6:22 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match finalizes the sale of its South African operation to Philip Morris International and repurchases own shares
Sep 14, 2009 11:52 AM CET
Anders Carlberg, 2009 Solstickan Award winner
Sep 10, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Aficionados of tobacco
Aug 9, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2009
Jul 17, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match agrees to sell South African operations to Philip Morris International
Jul 2, 2009 6:45 AM CET
Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares
May 29, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2009
Apr 30, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2009
Apr 28, 2009 5:08 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2008
Apr 1, 2009 9:15 AM CET
Tony Rickardsson to join Swedish Match
Mar 30, 2009 8:01 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 23, 2009 9:50 AM CET
New star in the General sky
Mar 9, 2009 2:10 PM CET
Sweden
Full Year Report 2008
Feb 18, 2009 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match and Philip Morris International announce global joint venture to commercialize smokefree tobacco products
Feb 3, 2009 7:01 AM CET
General Ekstra Sterk – now as loose snus
Feb 2, 2009 1:55 PM CET
Norway
New Catch Collection changes flavor continuously
Feb 2, 2009 1:50 PM CET
Sweden
Solstickan Foundation for the benefit of children and elderly
Jan 7, 2009 11:00 PM CET

2008

Swedish Match welcomes an important step to normalize trade in the EU
Nov 28, 2008 9:01 AM CET
Dedication improves environmental health
Nov 18, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Innovation at the forefront
Nov 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Grovsnus Black – new snus with robust taste
Nov 4, 2008 11:44 AM CET
Sweden
Interim Report January – September 2008
Oct 29, 2008 7:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2008
Jul 18, 2008 6:00 AM CET
General Cigar prevails in trademark infringement and counterfeiting suit relating to "COHIBA Caribbean's Finest" cigars and rum
Jul 11, 2008 10:26 AM CET
Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares
May 30, 2008 6:00 AM CET
“Give snus a chance”
May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Inspired by market trends
May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
A nose for snus
May 17, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints new CEO and CFO
May 13, 2008 6:00 AM CET
Environment goals important
May 12, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2008
Apr 25, 2008 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match AB invests in new production capacity in Sweden
Apr 24, 2008 1:50 PM CET
Extreme makeover” of snus can
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
“Extreme makeover” of snus can
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2008
Apr 22, 2008 7:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2007
Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints Rupini Bergström as Director International Media and PR
Mar 26, 2008 1:07 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 18, 2008 7:51 AM CET
Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Mar 18, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match AB Nominating Committee proposal for Board of Directors
Mar 10, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Triumph, snus on cigarette shelf
Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
New cigars, snus and lighters
Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints Patrik Hildingsson Vice President Public Affairs
Feb 27, 2008 7:00 AM CET
CEO transition in Swedish Match during 2008
Feb 20, 2008 7:15 AM CET
Full Year Report 2007
Feb 20, 2008 7:00 AM CET
EU committee confirms health benefits of Swedish snus
Feb 18, 2008 9:00 AM CET

2007

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway
Dec 11, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
Röda Lacket - constantly surprising
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Röda Lacket - constantly surprising
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway
Nov 12, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Norway
Turkish delight
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Speedway hero helps build brands
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
From value-priced to LUXURY
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Cricket - in a class of its own
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
US spotlight on Swedish snus
Nov 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Interim Report January – September 2007
Oct 25, 2007 6:41 AM CET
Swedish Match Announces Nominating Committee
Oct 4, 2007 2:07 PM CET
One million snus-users in Sweden will face new tax increases on snus
Sep 17, 2007 6:16 AM CET
Swedish Match appoints Patrik Andersson new President North Europe Division
Sep 5, 2007 1:02 PM CET
Swedish Match finalizes acquisition of Cigars International Inc. in the US
Sep 3, 2007 12:39 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires Cigars International Inc. in the U.S.
Aug 16, 2007 6:08 AM CET
New Piccanell – a modern Swedish chewing tobacco with long traditions
Aug 15, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Arrival of Onico Juniper Berry
Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Further step toward new view of snus
Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match has appointed Henrik Brehmer new Senior Vice President Corporate Communications
Aug 10, 2007 6:56 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2007
Jul 20, 2007 6:11 AM CET
Swedish Match reaches agreement on sale of Stockholm real estate
Jul 6, 2007 3:25 PM CET
Swedish Match Acquires Bogaert Cigars
Jun 15, 2007 1:20 PM CET
Swedish Match to deregister from SEC
May 31, 2007 8:32 AM CET
US – world's largest snuff market
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Tradition and innovation
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Snus is better than cigarettes
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Not without my snus
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Market leader in Scandinavia
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Lancet: Snus positive for public health
May 9, 2007 8:00 AM CET
Mahogany trees restoring nature
May 4, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2007
Apr 27, 2007 6:51 AM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.50 SEK
Apr 23, 2007 8:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2006
Mar 22, 2007 3:35 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2007 9:49 AM CET
2006 our best year to date - Interview with Sven Hindrikes, President
Mar 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2006
Feb 14, 2007 7:51 AM CET
Two new members proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 7, 2007 4:44 PM CET
Conny Karlsson proposed as chairman of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB
Jan 16, 2007 9:23 AM CET

2006

Items approved at Swedish Match Shareholders’ Meeting
Dec 4, 2006 3:55 PM CET
Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Nov 6, 2006 8:38 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2006
Oct 25, 2006 6:33 AM CET
Swedish Match set to begin odd-lot commission free offer for shareholders with less than 200 shares
Sep 8, 2006 9:12 AM CET
Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting
Aug 28, 2006 6:43 AM CET
The Solstickan Foundation - a sunny story
Aug 17, 2006 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – June 2006 - CORRECTION
Aug 3, 2006 8:48 AM CET
Interim Report January - June 2006
Aug 3, 2006 6:46 AM CET
Swedish Match launches EUR 300 mln Eurobond issue
Jun 20, 2006 3:13 PM CET
Chairman Mundebo takes his leave
Jun 6, 2006 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2006
Apr 28, 2006 8:55 AM CET
Cancer specialist strengthens scientific competence within Swedish Match
Apr 27, 2006 2:08 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.10 SEK
Apr 20, 2006 8:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual Report 2005
Apr 4, 2006 8:37 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 23, 2006 10:17 AM CET
Firebreak – the smoke-free tobacco product of the future
Mar 23, 2006 9:00 AM CET
Andrew Cripps and Conny Karlsson proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 20, 2006 2:21 PM CET
Swedish Match Acquires European Premium Cigar Brands, Hajenius and Oud Kampen, from The Burger Group
Feb 16, 2006 10:00 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2005
Feb 15, 2006 9:44 AM CET
Swedish Match Downsizes Match Operations
Jan 10, 2006 9:53 AM CET

2005

Swedish Match Launches Kronan Snus in Sweden
Dec 2, 2005 3:11 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match to launch a new Swedish snus, General Onyx
Oct 25, 2005 11:02 AM CET
Sweden
Interim Report January – September 2005
Oct 25, 2005 9:22 AM CET
Swedish Match to divest New York real estate
Aug 5, 2005 9:28 AM CET
Interim Report January – June 2005
Jul 21, 2005 6:47 AM CET
Swedish Match to divest Wimco
Jul 1, 2005 12:02 PM CET
Public health report supports harm reduction concept
May 1, 2005 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.90 SEK
Apr 27, 2005 7:00 PM CET
Swedish Match names Lennart Freeman Executive Vice President
Apr 20, 2005 10:11 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2005
Apr 20, 2005 9:07 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2005 12:51 PM CET
Kersti Strandqvist and Sven Hindrikes proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 17, 2005 2:02 PM CET
An eventful year
Feb 22, 2005 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match To Acquire Remaining Ownership In General Cigar
Feb 22, 2005 5:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2004
Feb 11, 2005 11:09 AM CET

2004

The Ban on Snus Survives ECJ Challenge
Dec 14, 2004 9:06 AM CET
Swedish Match to reposition Timber Wolf snuff in the U.S.
Nov 30, 2004 7:45 AM CET
USA
Swedish Match comments on IARC press release
Nov 22, 2004 2:50 PM CET
Swedish Match announces repurchase of bonds
Nov 22, 2004 1:08 PM CET
"We have much in common in our focus on brands"
Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Tobacco-based Harm Reduction is gaining more and more attention
Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2004
Oct 26, 2004 9:10 AM CET
Advocat General opinion that Snus Ban should remain pending amended directive
Sep 7, 2004 8:35 AM CET
The Advocate General of the ECJ to give his opinion today on the EU ban on snus
Sep 7, 2004 7:19 AM CET
India Supreme Court Upholds SEBI Ruling
Aug 27, 2004 12:18 PM CET
Swedish Match to terminate its ADR program and to delist from the NASDAQ National Market
Aug 19, 2004 7:14 AM CET
U. S. Court of appeals upholds judgment for Swedish Match North America/The Pinkerton Tobacco Company in product liability lawsuit
Aug 2, 2004 1:45 PM CET
Interim Report January – June 2004
Jul 21, 2004 9:20 AM CET
Mr Tobacco bows out
Jul 6, 2004 10:00 PM CET
Appointments in Swedish Match
Jun 23, 2004 11:48 AM CET
Sven Hindrikes Appointed President and CEO of Swedish Match
Jun 1, 2004 7:14 AM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.70 SEK
Apr 26, 2004 7:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2004
Apr 26, 2004 8:58 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual Report 2003
Apr 19, 2004 9:26 AM CET
Swedish Match announces appointment of Acting CFO
Apr 2, 2004 12:04 PM CET
General Cigar to Appeal Decision In Cohiba Trademark Ruling
Mar 30, 2004 7:37 AM CET
European Court of Justice to Hear Snus Ban Case in June 2004
Mar 29, 2004 3:13 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 26, 2004 3:23 PM CET
Lennart Sundén leaves Swedish Match
Mar 19, 2004 11:49 AM CET
Settlement with UST
Mar 15, 2004 6:50 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2003
Feb 11, 2004 10:40 AM CET
Karsten Slotte proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 5, 2004 2:57 PM CET
Harm reduction gives snus key role in reducing cigarette smoking
Jan 31, 2004 11:00 PM CET

2003

Digital fireworks display crowns inaugural celebration
Nov 27, 2003 11:00 PM CET
Unique plant built in record time
Nov 26, 2003 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
Nov 17, 2003 8:11 AM CET
Interim Report January - September 2003
Oct 23, 2003 9:18 AM CET
World-first snus factory opens in Kungälv
Sep 18, 2003 9:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - June 2003
Jul 23, 2003 10:01 AM CET
It started with royal noses
Jun 24, 2003 10:00 PM CET
New products ready for barbecue season
May 14, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.60 SEK
Apr 25, 2003 4:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2003
Apr 25, 2003 9:46 AM CET
5 MSEK per year to Swedish researchers
Apr 10, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 28, 2003 2:52 PM CET
Swedish Match agrees to acquire CYAN d.o.o., Slovenia
Mar 28, 2003 8:59 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2002
Feb 11, 2003 10:48 AM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff for sale in the US
Jan 14, 2003 1:36 PM CET
The Swedish experience arouses interest in research circles
Jan 7, 2003 11:00 PM CET

2002

Breakthrough in the European Snus issue
Nov 26, 2002 2:35 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 2002
Oct 23, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match and Cuba Tobacco reach cigar settlement
Oct 10, 2002 7:29 AM CET
The snuff enjoyed by popes and laborers celebrates its 180th birthday
Sep 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 2002
Jul 24, 2002 9:54 AM CET
Swedish Match takes legal action against US Tobacco
Jul 22, 2002 2:03 PM CET
Arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory
Jun 2, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.45 SEK
Apr 23, 2002 4:43 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2002
Apr 23, 2002 9:30 AM CET
Seven out of ten Swedes think EU snuff ban should be scrapped
Apr 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2002 9:40 AM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
Feb 14, 2002 9:01 AM CET
Snus continues to perform strongly
Feb 12, 2002 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2001
Feb 12, 2002 11:18 AM CET
Tuve Johannesson and Arne Jurbrant proposed as members of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB
Feb 6, 2002 1:43 PM CET

2001

Interim Report January - September 2001
Oct 23, 2001 9:28 AM CET
Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital
Oct 18, 2001 11:57 AM CET
Swedish Match to restructure cigar operations
Aug 29, 2001 6:25 AM CET
Swedish Match AB acquires European dry snuff business
Aug 23, 2001 2:02 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 2001
Jul 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to strengthen its presence on the Italian tobacco market. Acquires distributor of tobacco products.
Jul 16, 2001 12:18 PM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
May 15, 2001 1:17 PM CET
Swedish Match announces test market of ExaltTM - an alternative for smokers
Apr 27, 2001 8:34 AM CET
Swedish Match: Dividend hike to 1.35 SEK approved at today's Annual General Meeting
Apr 24, 2001 5:06 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2001
Apr 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to launch snuff in India
Apr 23, 2001 1:16 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 28, 2001 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital
Mar 18, 2001 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match announces new smokeless initiatives
Mar 11, 2001 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2000
Feb 7, 2001 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to expand pipe tobacco presence and buys British American
Jan 9, 2001 11:00 PM CET

2000

US Federal Court lets stand FTC ruling
Dec 14, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to build new snus plant in Kungälv, Sweden
Dec 13, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Extraordinary shareholders meeting of Swedish Match approves share buyback
Oct 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 2000
Oct 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting
Sep 26, 2000 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces Snus capacity investment of approximately 500 MSEK in Sweden
Sep 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires additional 22 percent in Wimco Ltd in India
Jul 30, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – June 2000
Jul 24, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match and Gum Tech Intl finalize joint venture agreement
Jul 5, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Purchase of minority
Jul 3, 2000 10:00 PM CET
The legality of the EU ban on Swedish snus to be reviewed
Jun 27, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Restructuring moves for Matches
Jun 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's acquisition of National Tobacco's chewing tobacco brands
Jun 22, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 21, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 20, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 19, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to begin share buy-back
Jun 13, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match transfers 1045 MSEK to its shareholders through share redemption
Jun 12, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match completes closing of General Cigar
May 10, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to acquire Brasant Enterprises
May 7, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Shareholders approve share redemption and buyback, dividend increase; Anders Lannebo new Board memb
Apr 28, 2000 7:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - March 2000
Apr 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Annual report -99
Apr 16, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Board Proposes Share Redemption Terms
Apr 11, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match builds its portfolio in US
Feb 10, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations 1999
Feb 8, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to Make Major Investment in General Cigar Holdings Inc.
Jan 19, 2000 11:00 PM CET

1999

Swedish Match and Gum Tech form Joint Venture for Non-Tobacco Nicotine Products
Dec 20, 1999 11:00 PM CET
New appointed Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB
Dec 8, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Changes in shareholdings
Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1999
Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires snuff and pipe tobacco company in South Africa
Oct 5, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match in Turkey
Sep 19, 1999 10:00 PM CET
ABN AMRO Bank wins cash management mandate for Swedish Match
Sep 6, 1999 10:00 PM CET
El Credito Cigars acquisition completed
Aug 31, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 1999
Jul 26, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Final agreement regarding sale of Swedish Match's cigarette operations to Austria Tabak
Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires premium cigar company in the US
Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Austria Tabak to acquire Swedish Match's cigarette business
May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to sell the cigarette business to Austria Tabak for MSEK 4,800
May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishing dates for financial information 1999-2000
May 18, 1999 10:00 PM CET
General Cigar Holdings and Swedish Match announce closing of sale
May 2, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 1999
Apr 26, 1999 7:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - March 1999
Apr 25, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Preliminary result for Swedish Match: Operating income up 25 procent
Apr 15, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Strong increase in snuff sales, Acquisition of General Cigar approved
Apr 14, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB
Mar 29, 1999 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match introduces options program
Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to acquire mass market business of General Cigar Company, USA
Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Changes in shareholdings
Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Correction! Changes in shareholdings
Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Annual report -98
Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations 1998
Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET
New Group Management appointed
Jan 31, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Management information
Jan 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Management information
Jan 18, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match concentrates lighter production
Jan 12, 1999 11:00 PM CET

1998

Swedish Match sells Stockholm Headquarters
Dec 20, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match has acquired distribution company in Hong Kong
Nov 12, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1998
Oct 22, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 1998
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
New President and CEO at Swedish Match
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Pace of rationalization measures increases due to decline in profits
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match decided in favor of redemption
Jul 7, 1998 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match transfers SEK 1,216,344,155 million to its shareholders
Jun 25, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match expands in Australia
Jun 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Comments from Swedish Match with reference to the Supreme Court ruling
May 13, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match
Apr 29, 1998 7:00 AM CET
The Board of Directors of Swedish Match proposes terms for redemption
Apr 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Senior executives acquire call options in Swedish Match.
Apr 6, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Restructuring of match production in Belgium
Mar 24, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match enters into business in Australia
Mar 3, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Report on 1997 Operations
Feb 23, 1998 11:00 PM CET

1997

Swedish Match enters into match business in India
Dec 16, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires match business in Bulgaria
Nov 30, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires R.J. Reynolds Cigar business in Finland
Nov 26, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match - First to Freemantle
Nov 22, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1997
Nov 5, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Acquisition in Sweden
Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Break-through in Turkey
Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Ann-Margret at the Whitbread Around the World Race in Southampton
Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Whitbread takes Swedish Match around the world
Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Negotiations between Swedish Match and Kav Orman Sanayi
Jun 26, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Approval of the Escort Agreement
Jun 4, 1997 10:00 PM CET
The court throws out Silbersky's lawsuit
Jun 3, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's response to the filing of American-style lawsuit
May 29, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Operating income before nonrecurring items up 15 precent
Mar 2, 1997 11:00 PM CET

1996

Swedish Match reports higher earnings
Nov 2, 1996 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match a Principal Partner in 1997-98 Whitbread Race
Sep 25, 1996 10:00 PM CET
Break-through in the Prince issue
Aug 6, 1996 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match AB publishes annual report for 2024

Mar 25, 2025 8:09 AM CET

Swedish Match AB’s annual report for 2024 has been published.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2023

Jun 28, 2024 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2023 has been published.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2022

Apr 28, 2023 1:35 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2022 has been published.

AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LISTING RULES SIX SWISS EXCHANGE

Mar 28, 2023 8:10 PM CET

Updated notice: Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Dec 19, 2022 2:46 PM CET

The notice contains a corrected typing error regarding the last day for notification of participation to the Extraordinary General Meeting.

Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Dec 14, 2022 1:50 PM CET

Delisting of Swedish Match AB

Dec 13, 2022 1:30 PM CET

Swedish Match AB applies for delisting

Dec 5, 2022 4:20 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2022

Oct 28, 2022 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the third quarter

  • Continued momentum for the US smokefree business and the strong USD drove sharp increases in Group sales and earnings. Other businesses of the Group faced tough comparisons and some challenging market conditions.  
  • Group sales increased by 21 percent to 5,782 MSEK (4,778). In local currencies, Group sales increased by 5 percent for the third quarter.
  • Group operating profit increased to 2,400 MSEK (2,075).
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 2,412 MSEK (2,099). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) declined by 1 percent for the third quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit grew by 12 percent for the Smokefree product segment. For the Cigars product segment, operating profit declined, impacted by lower volumes. The Lights product segment faced particularly tough conditions and reported a steep decline in operating profit.
  • Profit after tax increased to 1,778 MSEK (1,540).
  • Earnings per share increased by 18 percent to 1.17 SEK (0.99).

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the increased public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.

Oct 27, 2022 6:40 PM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB recommends that the shareholders of Swedish Match accept the increased offer.

Comment to corrected insider trade reporting by the Chairman of the Board

Sep 8, 2022 1:35 PM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2022

Jul 22, 2022 6:15 AM CET
  • Group sales and operating profit increased strongly on the back of continued solid momentum for the US smokefree business and currency tailwind.
  • Group sales increased by 23 percent to 5,561 MSEK (4,505). In local currencies, Group sales increased by 11 percent for the second quarter.
  • Group operating profit increased to 2,227 MSEK (1,956).
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 2,271 MSEK (1,988). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 1 percent for the second quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit grew by 14 percent for the Smokefree product segment despite higher market investments across geographies to support future growth. For the Cigars product segment, operating profit declined, impacted by lower volumes. For Lights, underlying operating profit increased, but items of temporary nature drove a decline in reported operating profit.
  • Profit after tax increased to 1,624 MSEK (1,441).
  • Earnings per share increased by 17 percent to 1.07 SEK (0.92).
  • The full year outlook for 2022, found on page 14, has been updated based on developments during the first six months.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital

May 31, 2022 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 27, 2022, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 55,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2022

May 11, 2022 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the first quarter

  • Sales and operating profit from product segments increased on the back of continued strong momentum for the US smokefree business.
  • Group sales increased by 10 percent to 4,892 MSEK (4,455). In local currencies, sales increased by 2 percent for the first quarter.
  • Operating profit from product segments increased by 1 percent to 2,115 MSEK (2,092). In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) decreased by 7 percent for the first quarter.
  • Within the Smokefree segment, ZYN nicotine pouches in the US continued to gain market shares on a sequential basis and demonstrated solid sales and profit growth. In Scandinavia, sales grew strongly on an underlying basis, while operating profit declined reflecting higher market investments and an unusually high result in the prior year period.
  • For the Cigars product segment, sales and operating profit declined on lower volumes and higher production costs when comparing to the exceptionally strong first quarter of the prior year. Swedish Match increased its cigar market share2) sequentially relative to the fourth quarter of 2021.
  • For the Lights product segment, impressive performance for matches drove robust top-line development. Solid operating profit despite steep price increases on input materials.
  • Group operating profit amounted to 2,024 MSEK (2,354). The prior year period included a settlement income of 300 MSEK.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,493 MSEK (1,780).
  • Adjusted earnings per share3) increased to 0.98 SEK (0.97). Earnings per share for the quarter decreased by 13 percent to 0.98 SEK (1.12) with the after-tax effect of the settlement income in the prior year period amounting to 0.15 SEK per share.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items. 
2) Based on MSA distributor shipments: Mass market cigars (excluding little cigars) in volume terms.
3) Excludes larger one-time items net of tax. 

Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.

May 11, 2022 5:45 AM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB recommends that the shareholders of Swedish Match accept the offer

Swedish Match confirms discussions regarding a possible public takeover offer for Swedish Match

May 9, 2022 4:20 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2022

Apr 27, 2022 12:00 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 1.86 SEK per share to be paid in two equal instalments of 0.93 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 55,000,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of a new Board Director, Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae, and of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2021

Mar 25, 2022 10:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2021 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 21, 2022 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the AGM will be conducted pursuant to so called mail-in procedures, meaning that no shareholders will attend the AGM in person or through proxy. Instead, shareholders can participate in the AGM by voting and submitting questions in advance pursuant to the instructions described below.

Swedish Match provides update on plans for separation of its cigar business

Mar 14, 2022 5:00 PM CET

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 7, 2022 12:00 PM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April 27, 2022, the Nominating Committee will propose the election of Sanna Suvanto-Harsaae as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2021

Feb 16, 2022 7:15 AM CET

Highlights for the full year and the fourth quarter

  • Record full year sales and operating profit with double-digit growth in both revenues and earnings in local currencies across all product segments.
  • Impressive performance for the Smokefree product segment with strong growth in both the US and Scandinavia. Growing demand for natural leaf cigars drove the robust full year local currency financial performance for the Cigars product segment. Strong underlying performance for the Lights product segment.
  • Strong financial performance in the fourth quarter driven by Smokefree with continued strength in both the US and in Scandinavia. Sales and earnings decline for Cigars, impacted by production constraints. Increased sales and earnings for Lights.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 16 percent for the full year and by 12 percent for the fourth quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 18,489 MSEK (16,698) for the full year and by 15 percent to 4,751 MSEK (4,136) for the fourth quarter.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 19 percent for the full year and by 11 percent for the fourth quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 8,136 MSEK (7,160) for the full year and by 15 percent to 1,957 MSEK (1,695) for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit amounted to 8,286 MSEK (6,991) for the full year and to 1,901 MSEK (1,650) for the fourth quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 6,218 MSEK (4,888) for the full year and to 1,457 MSEK (1,244) for the fourth quarter. Profit after tax of the prior year included a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Earnings per share increased by 31 percent to 3.97 SEK (3.04) for the full year and by 21 percent to 0.94 SEK (0.78) for the fourth quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 3.82 SEK (3.22) for the full year and by 21 percent to 0.94 SEK (0.78) for the fourth quarter.2)
  • On September 14, Swedish Match announced its intention to spin off its US cigar business to shareholders, subject to various conditions. The separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest.
  • The Board proposes to increase the dividend to 1.86 SEK per share, to be paid in two installments; 0.93 SEK per share in May 2022 and 0.93 SEK per share in November 2022.
  • The outlook for 2022 can be found on page 13.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) A share split (10:1) was made in May 2021. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Interim Report January – September 2021

Oct 27, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the third quarter

  • Record sales with year-on-year revenue growth across product segments, despite comparing to a prior year quarter with elevated demand for certain product lines.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 4,778 MSEK (4,400).
  • Record operating profit from product segments, in spite of continued ramp-up in spending behind growth opportunities for smokefree products.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 2 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 1 percent to 2,099 MSEK (2,075).
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN nicotine pouches in the US and solid performance in Scandinavia drove increased sales and operating profit.
  • For the Cigars product segment, increased sales of natural leaf varieties outpaced declines for HTL cigars while operating profit in local currency was virtually flat principally reflecting higher production costs.
  • For the Lights product segment, robust performance for lighters drove enhanced earnings.
  • Operating profit amounted to 2,075 MSEK (2,048) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax for the third quarter amounted to 1,540 MSEK (1,222). Profit after tax for the third quarter of the prior year included a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Earnings per share increased by 30 percent to 0.99 SEK (0.76) for the third quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 5 percent to 0.99 SEK (0.94).2)
  • On September 14, Swedish Match announced its intention to spin off its US cigar business to shareholders. Subject to various conditions, the separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest. For more details, see the September 14 press release.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) In May 2021, a share split (10:1) was made. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Swedish Match announces planned separation of its cigar business

Sep 14, 2021 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match today announced that it intends to separate its cigar business via a spin-off to shareholders and to completely exit the manufacturing of combustible tobacco products. Swedish Match has initiated preparations for a separation and a subsequent listing on a major US securities exchange, with a final decision on execution subject to various considerations. The separation is expected to be completed during the second half of 2022, at the earliest.

Half Year Report January – June 2021

Jul 20, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Highlights for the second quarter

  • Double-digit sales and operating profit growth across all product segments in local currencies.​
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 19 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 4,505 MSEK (4,133).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 27 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,988 MSEK (1,731).
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN in the US drove the financial performance. Sales and operating profit also grew in Scandinavia.
  • For the Cigars product segment, sales and operating profit were up significantly in local currency compared to a relatively soft prior year period as a result of improved pricing and increased natural leaf shipments.
  • Operating profit for the Lights product segment up sharply as a result of good underlying performance coupled with income from land sales and indirect tax reclaims following favorable court verdicts.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,956 MSEK (1,693) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,441 MSEK (1,254) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 18 percent to 0.92 SEK (0.78) for the second quarter.1)2)

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) In May 2021, a share split (10:1) was made. Historical share data in this report has been restated in accordance with IAS 33.

Change in number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ)

May 31, 2021 8:00 AM CET

In May, the number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ) increased as a result of the share split (ratio 10:1) that was resolved by Swedish Match AB’s Annual General Meeting on April 13, 2021, through which each existing share was divided into ten shares.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares as well as implementation of share split

Apr 30, 2021 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 13, 2021, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 4,200,000 repurchased treasury shares. As previously communicated, the Annual General Meeting also resolved in favor of a split of the Company’s shares whereby each existing share of the Company is divided into ten shares (ratio 10:1).

Interim Report January – March 2021

Apr 30, 2021 6:15 AM CET

Impressive Q1 performance across all product segments​

  • Double-digit sales and operating profit growth across all product segments in local currencies.​
  • For the Smokefree product segment, continued momentum for ZYN drove strong US performance and in Scandinavia good underlying development was further enhanced by timing effects on shipments and COVID-19 related channel mix effects.​
  • For Cigars, record volumes, sales and operating profit on the back of strong category growth and improved price mix.​
  • No major operational COVID-19 related disruptions and COVID-19 related effects in aggregate are estimated to have elevated the reported financial performance.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 23 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 4,455 MSEK (4,029).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 40 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 26 percent to 2,092 MSEK (1,659).
  • Operating profit, which includes a settlement income of 300 MSEK related to a previously ongoing arbitration concerning nicotine pouches, amounted to 2,354 MSEK (1,601) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,780 MSEK (1,168) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 57 percent to 11.25 SEK (7.18) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share2) increased by 36 percent to 9.74 SEK (7.18) for the first quarter.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items. 
2) Excludes larger one-time items net of tax.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2021

Apr 13, 2021 12:30 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 15.00 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 4,200,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor
  • Amendment of the Articles of Association
  • A share split 10:1

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2020

Mar 16, 2021 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2020 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 5, 2021 10:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting (AGM) to be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021. In light of the continued COVID-19 pandemic, the AGM will be conducted pursuant to so called mail-in procedures, meaning that no shareholders will attend the AGM in person or through proxy. Instead, shareholders can participate in the AGM by voting and submitting questions in advance pursuant to the instructions described below.

Full Year Report January – December 2020

Feb 10, 2021 7:15 AM CET

Strong finish to the year with top-line growth across all product segments

  • Record sales and operating profit for the year driven by strong traction for ZYN nicotine pouches in the US. Double-digit operating profit growth in local currencies for the Smokefree and Cigar product segments in both the full year and the fourth quarter.
  • COVID-19 related effects are estimated to have elevated sales and operating profit for the full year as well as in the fourth quarter.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 17 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 5 percent to 4,136 MSEK (3,933) for the fourth quarter and by 13 percent to 16,698 MSEK (14,739) for the full year despite significant strengthening of the Swedish krona during the year versus the US dollar, the Norwegian krona and the Brazilian real.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 23 percent for the fourth quarter and by 28 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 12 percent to 1,695 MSEK (1,520) for the fourth quarter and by 23 percent to 7,160 MSEK (5,812) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,650 MSEK (1,098) for the fourth quarter and to 6,991 MSEK (5,307) for the full year. The fourth quarter of 2019 included a non-cash impairment charge of 367 MSEK related to the European chewing tobacco business.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,244 MSEK (756) for the fourth quarter and to 4,888 MSEK (3,896) for the full year. The full year 2020 includes a charge of 286 MSEK following an adverse ruling in a tax case.
  • Adjusted earnings per share increased by 15 percent to 7.82 SEK (6.81) for the fourth quarter and by 27 percent to 32.16 SEK (25.41) for the full year. Earnings per share amounted to 7.82 SEK (4.62) for the fourth quarter and to 30.38 SEK (23.22) for the full year.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 15.00 SEK per share. The Board also proposes a 10:1 split of the Swedish Match share.
  • The outlook for 2021 can be found on page 14.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Interim Report January – September 2020

Oct 27, 2020 7:15 AM CET

Record sales and operating profit from product segments in Q3

  • Sales and operating profit increased for the Smokefree product segment in both the US and Scandinavia, as well as for cigars. Sales and operating profit elevated by COVID-19 related effects on consumer demand and channel shifts.
  • In local currencies, sales increased by 23 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 15 percent to 4,400 MSEK (3,829).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 37 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 28 percent to 2,046 MSEK (1,603).
  • Operating profit amounted to 2,019 MSEK (1,586) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax, which includes a charge of 286 MSEK following adverse ruling in a tax case, amounted to 1,193 MSEK (1,180) for the third quarter.
  • Adjusted earnings per share increased by 31 percent to 9.21 SEK (7.04) for the third quarter. Earnings per share increased by 6 percent to 7.44 SEK (7.04).
  • Revised outlook provided on page 12 to reflect higher expected underlying corporate tax rate for the year 2020 as a consequence of a stronger than previously anticipated result development for the business in the US.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Half Year Report January – June 2020

Jul 17, 2020 6:15 AM CET

Q2 sales and profit growth driven by ZYN in the US

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 11 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 4,133 MSEK (3,719).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 19 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 17 percent to 1,704 MSEK (1,456).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,666 MSEK (1,434) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,227 MSEK (1,080) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 7.60 SEK (6.39) for the second quarter.
  • The second quarter financial performance was negatively affected by COVID-19 impacts.
  • ZYN continued to deliver strong volume growth contributing to higher sales and operating profit.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match announces organizational changes

May 4, 2020 2:38 PM CET

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares

Apr 30, 2020 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 2, 2020, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 7,750,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2020

Apr 27, 2020 6:15 AM CET

Record quarter from product segments, driven by US businesses

  • In local currencies, sales from product segments increased by 21 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 24 percent to 4,029 MSEK (3,258).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 30 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 34 percent to 1,652 MSEK (1,233).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,594 MSEK (1,190) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,161 MSEK (880) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 38 percent to 7.14 SEK (5.17) for the first quarter.
  • Net effect on revenue and results from COVID-19 impacts were positive in the first quarter but are expected to become negative in the second quarter. Guidance for Q2 2020 is provided on page 12 in this report.
  • ZYN is now available in approximately 80,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase sequentially.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match restarts manufacturing in the Dominican Republic

Apr 7, 2020 4:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2020

Apr 2, 2020 3:45 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 12.50 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 7,750,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match temporarily suspends manufacturing in the Dominican Republic

Mar 20, 2020 5:46 PM CET

Swedish Match AB announces today that the cigar operations of its subsidiary Swedish Match Dominicana will be temporarily suspended.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2019

Mar 6, 2020 1:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2019 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Feb 25, 2020 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 21, 2020 10:30 AM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 2, 2020, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Alexander Lacik as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2019

Feb 12, 2020 7:15 AM CET

Record year for sales and operating profit from product segments

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 8 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 19 percent to 3,933 MSEK (3,301) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 14,739 MSEK (12,966) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 18 percent for the fourth quarter and by 13 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 22 percent to 1,525 MSEK (1,246) for the fourth quarter and by 18 percent to 5,828 MSEK (4,936) for the full year.
  • Operating profit, which includes a non-cash impairment charge of 367 MSEK related to the European chewing tobacco business (see Note 5), amounted to 1,098 MSEK (1,196) for the fourth quarter and to 5,307 MSEK (4,812) for the full year.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 756 MSEK (925) for the fourth quarter and to 3,896 MSEK (3,578) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.62 SEK (5.41) for the fourth quarter and to 23.22 SEK (20.63) for the full year. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 26 percent to 6.81 SEK (5.41) for the fourth quarter and by 23 percent to 25.41 SEK (20.63) for the full year.
  • ZYN available in approximately 67,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase sequentially.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 12.50 SEK per share.
  • The outlook for 2020 can be found on page 13.

1) Excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Interim Report January – September 2019

Oct 25, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Q3 growth in sales and earnings driven by ZYN

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 8 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 13 percent to 3,829 MSEK (3,388).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 17 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 22 percent to 1,607 MSEK (1,317).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,586 MSEK (1,305) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,180 MSEK (959) for the third quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 27 percent to 7.04 SEK (5.55) for the third quarter.
  • ZYN in more than 60,000 stores in the US, and average sales per store continued to increase.
  • Lights operating profit benefited from land and forestry asset sales.
  • On October 22, 2019, the US FDA authorized modified risk tobacco status for eight General snus varieties.

1) Excludes Other operations.

Half Year Report January – June 2019

Jul 18, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Q2 sales and profit up, ZYN expansion well underway

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 6 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 12 percent to 3,719 MSEK (3,336).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 7 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 13 percent to 1,458 MSEK (1,293).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,434 MSEK (1,263) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 1,080 MSEK (928) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 20 percent to 6.39 SEK (5.31) for the second quarter.
  • The outlook statement on page 11 has been modified with regard to expected growth of the US cigar market.
  • ZYN in more than 50,000 stores in the US.

1) Excludes Other operations.

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2019 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 9, 2019, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 6,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2019

May 9, 2019 6:15 AM CET

Solid financial result. Startup of ZYN production in the US

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 11 percent to 3,258 MSEK (2,941).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 7 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,238 MSEK (1,079).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,190 MSEK (1,047) for the first quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 880 MSEK (766) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 19 percent to 5.17 SEK (4.36) for the first quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2019

Apr 9, 2019 3:57 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • A dividend of 10.50 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 6,000,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on the transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares
  • Election of Deloitte AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2018

Mar 18, 2019 10:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2018 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 1, 2019 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2019, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2018

Feb 13, 2019 7:15 AM CET

Q4: Strong sales and volumes for smokeless products

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 7 percent for the fourth quarter and by 9 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 12 percent to 3,301 MSEK (2,951) for the fourth quarter and by 10 percent to 12,966 MSEK (11,751) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 8 percent for the fourth quarter and by 12 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 14 percent to 1,246 MSEK (1,096) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 4,936 MSEK (4,345) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,196 MSEK (1,178) for the fourth quarter and to 4,812 MSEK (4,592) for the full year.2)
  • Profit after tax amounted to 925 MSEK (904) for the fourth quarter and to 3,578 MSEK (3,400) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share increased by 6 percent to 5.41 SEK (5.10) for the fourth quarter and by 9 percent to 20.63 SEK (18.88) for the full year. Adjusted earnings per share3) increased by 28 percent to 5.41 SEK (4.24) for the fourth quarter and by 26 percent to 20.63 SEK (16.40) for the full year.
  • During 2018, Swedish Match distributed 5,423 MSEK to its shareholders in the form of an ordinary dividend, a special dividend and share repurchases.
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend of 10.50 SEK per share.
  • The outlook for 2019 can be found on page 12.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) The full year 2017 included larger one-time items of 373 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) shares and from the sale of a parcel of land as well as an income from a defined benefit plan amendment. The fourth quarter of 2017 included larger one-time items of 135 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the sale of STG shares and an income from a defined benefit plan amendment.
3) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from STG and larger one time-items.

Swedish Match comments on ECJ judgement

Nov 22, 2018 12:57 PM CET

Today, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) published its judgment concerning the prohibition to sell Swedish snus to other European Union Member States. The court rules that Swedish snus will continue to be excluded from the EU’s internal market.

Interim Report January – September 2018

Oct 26, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the third quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the third quarter. Reported sales increased by 16 percent to 3,388 MSEK (2,915).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 13 percent for the third quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 19 percent to 1,317 MSEK (1,104).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,305 MSEK (1,088) for the third quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 959 MSEK (753) for the third quarter.
  • Earnings per share increased by 32 percent to 5.55 SEK (4.22) for the third quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match has signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB

Jul 26, 2018 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match has today signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB, a privately held Swedish company, located in Romakloster, Sweden, on the island of Gotland.

Half Year Report January – June 2018

Jul 19, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the second quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the second quarter. Reported sales increased by 9 percent to 3,336 MSEK (3,053).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 16 percent for the second quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 15 percent to 1,293 MSEK (1,123).
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,263 MSEK (1,091) for the second quarter.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 928 MSEK (812) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.31 SEK (4.48) for the second quarter. Adjusted earnings per share2) increased by 27 percent to 5.31 SEK (4.17).
  • The outlook statement on page 10 has been modified with regard to snus and nicotine pouches outside Scandinavia.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2018 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 11, 2018, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 5,850,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2018

May 4, 2018 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the first quarter

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent for the first quarter. Reported sales increased by 4 percent to 2,941 MSEK (2,833).
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product segments1) increased by 11 percent for the first quarter. Reported operating profit from product segments increased by 6 percent to 1,079 MSEK (1,021).
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,047 MSEK (1,235) for the first quarter. The first quarter 2017 included larger one-time items of 238 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of STG shares and from the sale of a parcel of land.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 766 MSEK (932) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.36 SEK (5.07) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share3) increased by 15 percent to 4.36 SEK (3.78).
  • As of January 1, 2018, Swedish Match implemented the new revenue recognition standard, IFRS 15. This implementation has a significant effect on the recognition of net sales, but an immaterial impact on profit. Consequently, the Group’s reportable segments have changed. Financial statements of 2017 have been restated to reflect the recognition of revenue according to the new standard. Further information is given in Note 1, Accounting principles.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product segments, which excludes Other operations and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group, which includes Other operations and larger one-time items.
3) Earnings per share adjusted to exclude income from Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and larger one-time items.

Advocate General does not recommend the European Court of Justice to find the EU snus ban invalid

Apr 12, 2018 8:54 AM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2018

Apr 11, 2018 3:35 PM CET

Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

  • An ordinary dividend of 9.20 SEK per share and a special dividend of 7.40 SEK per share, in total 16.60 SEK per share
  • Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of all shares in the Company
  • Withdrawal of 5,850,000 repurchased company shares with a simultaneous bonus issue without issuing any new shares
  • Mandate to resolve on transfer of shares in the Company and to issue new shares

Swedish Match acquires Oliver Twist

Mar 23, 2018 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires House of Oliver Twist A/S, a privately held Danish smokeless tobacco company, headquartered in Odense, Denmark.

Swedish Match publishes Annual Report for 2017

Mar 19, 2018 2:30 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2017 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 5, 2018 1:00 PM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, April 11, 2018, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2017

Feb 14, 2018 7:15 AM CET

Highlights from the fourth quarter and full year

  • In local currencies, sales increased by 6 percent for the fourth quarter and by 3 percent for the full year. Reported sales increased by 2 percent to 4,044 MSEK (3,957) for the fourth quarter and by 4 percent to 16,101 MSEK (15,551) for the full year.
  • In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 15 percent for the fourth quarter and by 5 percent for the full year. Reported operating profit from product areas increased by 9 percent to 1,044 MSEK (954) for the fourth quarter and by 6 percent to 4,218 MSEK (3,990) for the full year.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,179 MSEK (954) for the fourth quarter and to 4,591 MSEK (6,420) for the full year2).
  • Profit after tax amounted to 904 MSEK (662) for the fourth quarter and to 3,400 MSEK (5,123) for the full year.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.10 SEK (3.61) for the fourth quarter and to 18.88 SEK (27.38) for the full year. Earnings per share excluding both larger one-time items, dividends from STG in 2017 and share of net profit in STG in 2016 increased by 17 percent to 4.24 SEK (3.61) for the fourth quarter and by 14 percent to 16.39 SEK (14.39) for the full year.
  • In November, Swedish Match completed the divestment of its remaining shareholding in STG.
  • During 2017, Swedish Match distributed 5,498 MSEK to its shareholders in the form of an ordinary dividend, a special dividend and share repurchases.
  • The Board proposes a dividend of 16.60 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 9.20 SEK (8.50) and a special dividend of 7.40 SEK, following the final sale of shares in STG.
  • As of January 1, 2018, Swedish Match will apply the new revenue recognition standard, IFRS 15. While not impacting profit, this implementation will have a significant effect on the recognition of net sales. Further information is given in Note 1, Accounting principles.
  • The outlook for 2018 can be found on page 13.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG in 2016.
2) The full year 2017 includes larger one-time items of 373 MSEK relating to capital gains from the sale of STG shares and from the sale of a parcel of land as well as an income from a defined benefit plan amendment. Previous full year included larger one-time items of 2,254 MSEK relating to capital gains from the partial divestments of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s then remaining shareholding in STG to market value as well as a capital gain from the sale of a distribution center. The fourth quarter of 2017 includes larger one-time items of 135 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the sale of STG shares and an income from a defined benefit plan amendment.

New Chief Financial Officer at Swedish Match

Dec 11, 2017 7:51 AM CET

Swedish Match today announced that Marlene Forsell has decided to resign as Chief Financial Officer for family reasons and that she will leave her position on March 9, 2018. She will be replaced by Tom Hayes who is currently Vice President Business Control and CFO in Swedish Match’s US Division.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Nov 9, 2017 8:08 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to sell its total shareholding in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Nov 8, 2017 5:54 PM CET

Interim Report January– September 2017

Oct 27, 2017 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the third quarter                 

  • Sales increased by 1 percent in local currencies. Reported sales declined by 1 percent to 4,069 MSEK (4,118) for the third quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas in local currencies increased by 2 percent. Reported operating profit from product areas1) amounted to 1,089 MSEK (1,089) for the third quarter.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,089 MSEK (2,694) for the third quarter. The previous year’s third quarter included larger one-time items of 1,550 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the partial divestment of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining shareholding in STG to market value.
  • Profit after tax amounted to 753 MSEK (2,306 - positively affected by the larger one-time items mentioned above).
  • Earnings per share excluding both larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG amounted to 4.22 SEK (3.76). Reported earnings per share amounted to 4.22 SEK (12.32) for the third quarter.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match acquires V2 Tobacco

Sep 1, 2017 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match has acquired V2 Tobacco, a privately held smokeless tobacco company, primarily active in Europe. V2 Tobacco is headquartered in Silkeborg, Denmark.

Half Year Report January – June 2017

Jul 21, 2017 6:15 AM CET

Highlights from the second quarter            

  • Sales increased by 8 percent to 4,214 MSEK (3,920) for the second quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 1,091 MSEK (1,008) for the second quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit amounted to 1,091 MSEK (1,061) for the second quarter.
  • Profit for the period amounted to 812 MSEK (752) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.49 SEK (4.01) for the second quarter. Earnings per share excluding a dividend from STG in 2017 and share of net profit in STG in 2016 amounted to 4.18 SEK (3.72).
  • The outlook has been updated based on the developments during the first six months.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match repurchases own shares

Jun 20, 2017 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match AB (publ) has resolved to repurchase shares during the period June 20, 2017 to July 21, 2017 of an amount up to 250 MSEK.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2017 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 4, 2017, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 6,950,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report  January – March 2017

May 8, 2017 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,775 MSEK (3,557) for the first quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 6 percent to 994 MSEK (939) for the first quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,232 MSEK (1,711) for the first quarter, and included larger one-time items of 238 MSEK relating to the capital gains from divestment of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) and sale of land. The prior year included larger one-time items of 704 MSEK relating to the capital gains from divestment of shares in STG and divestment of a distribution center property.
  • Profit for the period amounted to 930 MSEK (1,404) for the first quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 5.06 SEK (7.44) for the first quarter. Earnings per share excluding larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG amounted to 3.76 SEK (3.35).
  • In January, as previously announced, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 18.1 percent to 9.1 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2017

May 4, 2017 5:14 PM CET

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 29, 2017 8:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, May 4, 2017, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2016

Mar 24, 2017 10:30 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2016 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 24, 2017 9:45 AM CET

At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 4, 2017, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Pauline Lindwall as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2016

Feb 17, 2017 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,957 MSEK (3,719) for the fourth quarter and by 7 percent to 15,551 MSEK (14,486) for the full year. In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent for the fourth quarter and by 7 percent for the full year.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 5 percent to 954 MSEK (908) for the fourth quarter and by 8 percent to 3,990 MSEK (3,690) for the full year. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) was flat for the fourth quarter and increased by 8 percent for the full year.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 954 MSEK (908) for the fourth quarter and to 6,420 MSEK (4,008) for the full year. The operating profit2) for the full year includes larger one-time items of 2,109 MSEK relating to capital gains from the partial divestments of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining holding in STG to market value as well as 145 MSEK related to the sale of a distribution center (prior year included a restructuring provision of 42 MSEK).
  • Earnings per share (basic) amounted to 3.61 SEK (3.34) for the fourth quarter and to 27.38 SEK (14.48) for the full year. Earnings per share for the fourth quarter and the full year, excluding STG and adjusted for larger one-time items, amounted 3.61 SEK (3.34) and to 14.39 SEK (12.79), respectively.
  • During 2016, Swedish Match distributed the proceeds from the two divestments of shares in STG as two special dividends of 12.00 SEK and 9.50 SEK per share, in total 4,016 MSEK. 
  • Following the close of the period Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 18.1 percent to 9.1 percent.
  • The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of 16.00 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 8.50 SEK (8.00) and a special dividend of 7.50 SEK, following Swedish Match’s divestment of shares in STG in January 2017.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. The full year 2016 only includes Swedish Match’s share of STG’s net profit until the date of partial divestment in September, thereafter, the shareholding in STG has been reclassified as a financial asset. The full year 2015 includes only the first nine months of net profit in STG due to transition to a one quarter lag in Swedish Match’s reporting for STG. Thereby, the fourth quarter in 2016 and 2015 do not include any share of net profit in STG. See Note 3.

Swedish Match intends to appeal the decision by the Swedish Patent and Market Court

Feb 8, 2017 12:21 PM CET

During 2012, Swedish Match initiated a standardized labelling system in its own snus coolers placed in stores at no cost to the retailers.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Jan 19, 2017 6:47 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Jan 18, 2017 4:27 PM CET

Swedish Match Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting 2016

Dec 16, 2016 8:36 AM CET

 At the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ) on December 16, it was resolved, in accordance with the proposal of the Board of Directors, to pay a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share.

FDA issues a response to application from Swedish Match

Dec 14, 2016 5:38 PM CET

Swedish Match was informed earlier today by the FDA that General Snus will not, for the time being, be designated as a Modified Risk Tobacco Product - MRTP. The FDA did, however, outline the process forward and encouraged Swedish Match to continue its efforts to seek modified risk status for General Snus. Swedish Match interprets their position as wanting to further discuss on how to best communicate a modified risk message to the general public.

Notice to the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Nov 17, 2016 9:00 AM CET

 The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting to be held on Friday, December 16, 2016, at 09.00 CET at Sveavägen 44, Stockholm, Sweden.

Interim Report  January – September 2016

Oct 28, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 10 percent to 4,118 MSEK (3,756) for the third quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 9 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 11 percent to 1,089 MSEK (979) for the third quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also increased by 11 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 2,694 MSEK (1,065) for the third quarter, including larger one-time items of 1,550 MSEK relating to a capital gain from the partial divestment of STG and an unrealized gain from revaluing Swedish Match’s remaining shareholding in STG to market value.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 12.32 SEK (3.84) for the third quarter. Earnings per share, excluding STG and adjusted for larger one-time items amounted to 3.76 SEK (3.39).
  • In September, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 31.1 percent to 18.1 percent. The Board of Directors propose to distribute the proceeds from this sale as a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share subject to approval by an extraordinary shareholders’ meeting on December 16.
  • In September, a public bond of 300 MEUR was issued with the primary purpose of refinancing a larger bond maturity falling due in November 2017.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. The third quarter only includes Swedish Match’s share of STG’s net profit until the date of partial divestment in September 2016, thereafter, the shareholding in STG has been reclassified as a financial asset.

Swedish Match’s Board of Directors has resolved to propose special dividend

Oct 27, 2016 4:30 PM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match has resolved to propose a special dividend of 9.50 SEK per share at an extraordinary general meeting that will be held in Stockholm, Sweden, on December 16, 2016.

Swedish Match has issued new notes

Sep 14, 2016 2:45 PM CET

Swedish Match has today completed an issuance of new notes in the Euro market. A total of EUR 300 million was issued with a 8 year tenor with a coupon of 0.875%. The notes have been hedged into SEK. The proceeds will be used for refinancing of existing indebtedness and for general corporate purposes.

Swedish Match is contemplating issuance of public note and a tender of part of outstanding note

Sep 13, 2016 11:31 AM CET

Swedish Match is contemplating the issuance of senior unsecured EUR denominated notes and a tender of part of Swedish Match’s outstanding EUR denominated notes due 24 November 2017. A capital markets transaction will follow, subject to market conditions.

Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Sep 7, 2016 6:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S

Sep 6, 2016 3:00 PM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2016

Jul 22, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 8 percent to 3,920 MSEK (3,644) for the second quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 10 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 1,008 MSEK (937) for the second quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 11 percent.
  • Growth of sales and operating profit from product areas1) was positively affected by calendar effects in Scandinavia (timing of Easter and differences in number of delivery days).
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,061 MSEK (1,021) for the second quarter.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 4.01 SEK (3.62) for the second quarter. Adjusted earnings per share3) amounted to 4.01 SEK (3.79).
  • The outlook has been updated based on the developments during the first six months, but remains broadly the same as the previous outlook for the full year.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. For the second quarter 2016, Swedish Match’s reported share of STG’s net profit represents 31.1 percent of STG’s first quarter 2016 net profit.
3) Adjusted for Swedish Match’s larger one-time items in 2015.

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2016 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 28, 2016, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 7,750,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Swedish Match appoints Fredrik Peyron as Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications

May 18, 2016 2:31 PM CET

As of May 16 2016, Fredrik Peyron has been appointed new Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications. Fredrik has worked in different capacities at Swedish Match during the years 2000-2014, and he has also been the General Counsel at Autoliv.

Interim Report January – March 2016

May 4, 2016 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales increased by 6 percent to 3,557 MSEK (3,368) for the first quarter. In local currencies, sales increased by 7 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) increased by 8 percent to 939 MSEK (866) for the first quarter. In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 10 percent.
  • Growth of sales and operating profit from product areas1) was positively affected by lower trade destocking in Scandinavia in 2016 than in 2015.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,711 MSEK (1,014) for the first quarter, including larger one-time items of 704 MSEK relating to the capital gains of the previously announced partial divestment of STG and the divestment of distribution center real estate.
  • Earnings per share amounted to 7.44 SEK (3.68) for the first quarter. Adjusted earnings per share increased by 9 percent to 3.71 SEK (3.40)3).
  • As previously announced, STG was listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen during the first quarter and in connection with the listing, Swedish Match reduced its ownership in STG from 49 percent to 31.1 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG. Swedish Match’s share of net profit in STG is reported with a one quarter lag. For the first quarter 2016, Swedish Match’s reported share of STG’s net profit represents 31.1 percent of STG’s fourth quarter 2015 net profit.
3) Adjusted for Swedish Match’s larger one-time items in 2016 and the adjustment of share of profit in STG for the reassessment of useful lives of certain assets (primarily trademarks) in the first quarter 2015.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2016

Apr 28, 2016 4:05 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2015

Mar 24, 2016 9:30 AM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2015 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2016 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at 15.30 CET at the cinema Skandia, Drottninggatan 82, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match comments on the exercise in part of the overallotment option in connection with the IPO of STG

Mar 11, 2016 7:45 AM CET

Full Year Report January – December 2015

Feb 19, 2016 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the full year increased by 9 percent to 14,486 MSEK (13,305) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 3,719 MSEK (3,536). In local currencies, sales increased by 2 percent for both the full year and for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 7 percent to 3,690 MSEK (3,446) and for the fourth quarter by 1 percent to 908 MSEK (900). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) declined by 2 percent for the full year and declined by 4 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Swedish Match has, beginning this reporting period, started reporting its share of STG’s net profit with a one quarter lag, due to differences in reporting schedules between Swedish Match and STG. Due to this, no net profit from STG was recognized for the October-December 2015 period.
  • Operating profit2) (excluding share of STG’s net profit for the fourth quarter 2015 due to changed reporting) amounted to 4,008 MSEK (3,780) for the full year and to 908 MSEK (992) for the fourth quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 14.48 SEK (13.23) and to 3.34 SEK (3.55 including 0.47 from share of net profit in STG) for the fourth quarter. The decline in EPS for the fourth quarter was fully attributable to the changed reporting relating to STG.
  • The Board of Directors proposes a dividend of 20.00 SEK per share consisting of an increased ordinary dividend of 8.00 SEK (7.50) and a special dividend of 12.00 SEK, following Swedish Match’s partial divestment of STG in conjunction with the listing of STG on Nasdaq Copenhagen.
  • Following the close of the period STG was listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and Swedish Match reduced its ownership from 49 percent to 31.2 percent.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match starts reporting its share of results from Scandinavia Tobacco Group based on a one quarter lag

Jan 28, 2016 9:30 AM CET

Swedish Match comments on the strategic review of STG

Nov 26, 2015 7:30 AM CET

Further to the announcement in the press release of February 9, 2015, the strategic review to identify future opportunities for Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) has continued. As part of the review, STG management has together with its Board of Directors established expectations with regard to the financial development for STG Group.

Interim Report January – September 2015

Nov 4, 2015 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the third quarter increased by 10 percent to 3,756 MSEK (3,416). In local currencies, sales were up 4 percent, with increases across all product areas.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 12 percent to 979 MSEK (874). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) was up by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,065 MSEK (989) for the third quarter, negatively impacted by restructuring costs in Swedish Match’s share of net profit from associated companies.
  • EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.84 SEK (3.50).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG. Share of profit in STG includes restructuring costs of 45 MSEK.

Half Year Report January – June 2015

Jul 17, 2015 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 3,644 MSEK (3,339). In local currencies, sales were marginally higher than prior year.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 937 MSEK (862). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) declined by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,021 MSEK (941) for the second quarter. Excluding a restructuring provision of 42 MSEK related to the relocation of distribution facilities in Sweden, recognized as a larger one-time item, operating profit amounted to 1,063 MSEK (941).
  • EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 3.62 SEK (3.27). Adjusted EPS3) amounted to 3.79 SEK (3.27).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes larger one-time items and share of net profit in STG.
3) Adjusted for larger one-time item.

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International to dissolve smokeless joint venture

Jul 16, 2015 11:00 AM CET

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International (PMI) have mutually agreed to dissolve their joint venture agreement relating to the sale of smokeless tobacco products outside Scandinavia and the US.

  • Swedish Match to continue to sell General snus in Canada, Russia and Malaysia
  • Swedish Match sees good opportunities for its snus products internationally over the longer term

Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares

May 29, 2015 8:00 AM CET

In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on April 23, 2015, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 4,000,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2015

May 8, 2015 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the first quarter increased by 12 percent to 3,368 MSEK (3,014). In local currencies, sales increased by 1 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter increased by 7 percent to 866 MSEK (809). In local currencies operating profit from product areas1) declined by 4 percent.
  • Sales and operating profit from product areas during the first quarter were negatively impacted by trade destocking of snus in Scandinavia following excise tax increases on January 1st.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 1,014 MSEK (858) for the first quarter. The operating profit2) was positively affected by an adjustment of the share of net profit in STG of 56 MSEK relating to a reassessment of useful lives primarily of trademarks in STG.
  • EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 3.68 SEK (2.91). EPS (basic) excluding the STG adjustment amounted to 3.40 SEK (2.91).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2015

Apr 23, 2015 5:05 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2014

Mar 20, 2015 2:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2014 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports.

Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 17, 2015 9:00 AM CET

The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ), Reg. No. 556015-0756, are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Thursday, April 23, 2015, at 16.30 CET at Citykonferensen, Malmskillnadsgatan 46, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2014

Feb 18, 2015 7:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the full year increased by 6 percent to 13,305 MSEK (12,610) and for the fourth quarter by 11 percent to 3,536 MSEK (3,178). In local currencies, sales increased by 4 percent for the full year and by 7 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 2 percent to 3,446 MSEK (3,375) and for the fourth quarter by 8 percent to 900 MSEK (835). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 1 percent for the full year and by 4 percent for the fourth quarter.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 3,780 MSEK (3,855 including a capital gain of 161 MSEK) for the full year and to 992 MSEK (932) for the fourth quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 13.23 SEK (13.63) and 3.55 SEK (3.43) for the fourth quarter. EPS (basic), excluding larger one-time items, for the full year amounted to 13.23 SEK (12.82).
  • The Board proposes an increased dividend to 7.50 SEK (7.30).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match – update on Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Feb 9, 2015 7:45 AM CET

As communicated earlier, Swedish Match with the other shareholder of Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) have engaged advisors to assess strategic alternatives with regards to STG. In the strategic review further opportunities have been identified and the shareholders of STG have agreed that it is in their best interests to continue growing STG under the leadership of Niels Frederiksen, the newly appointed CEO, in view of a potential future Initial Public Offering.

Swedish Match comments on Competition Authority lawsuit

Dec 10, 2014 7:30 AM CET

As previously communicated the Swedish Competition Authority has been conducting an investigation regarding a uniform labelling system for snus coolers owned by Swedish Match and placed in retail outlets. On December 9, 2014 the Competition Authority submitted a lawsuit to the Stockholm district court. In its submission, the Competition Authority alleges that Swedish Match, when implementing the labelling system, has abused a dominant position on the Swedish snus market in breach of the competition legislation. Swedish Match does not agree with this allegation and will defend the case vigorously.

Interim Report January – September 2014

Oct 24, 2014 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the third quarter increased by 6 percent to 3,416 MSEK (3,230). In local currencies, sales increased by 3 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 5 percent to 874 MSEK (836) and by 2 percent in local currencies.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) was also up by 2 percent in local currencies when adjusted for increased costs related to international snus and restructuring charges in 2013.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 989 MSEK (924) for the third quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 11 percent to 3.50 SEK (3.15).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Half Year Report January – June 2014

Jul 18, 2014 6:15 AM CET
  • Sales for the second quarter increased by 4 percent to 3,339 MSEK (3,220). In local currencies, sales for the second quarter also increased by 4 percent.
  • Operating profit from product areas1) declined for the second quarter by 1 percent to 862 MSEK (871). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also declined by 1 percent for the second quarter.
  • Operating profit2) amounted to 941 MSEK (968) for the second quarter.
  • EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 3.27 SEK (3.34).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match submits a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application

Jun 11, 2014 6:50 AM CET
• Application pertains to sub-brands for the General snus product line in the US
• Application seeks a risk modification order which would allow changes to warning label statements currently required for smokeless tobacco products
• Application includes extensive research findings on Swedish snus
• Swedish Match has been actively engaged in the FDA regulatory science process

Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total numbers of shares

May 30, 2014 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 7, 2014, Swedish Match AB (publ) has cancelled 1,500,000 repurchased treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2014

May 9, 2014 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 1 percent to 3,014 MSEK (2,982). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 2 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) declined for the first quarter by 3 percent to 809 MSEK (832). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) also declined by 3 percent for the first quarter.
· Operating profit2) amounted to 858 MSEK (1,031 or 872 excluding larger one-time items) for the first quarter.
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.91 SEK (3.72) while EPS (basic) excluding larger one-time items amounted to 2.91 SEK (2.92).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2014

May 7, 2014 4:41 PM CET

Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 31, 2014 8:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB (publ) are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2014 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2013

Mar 25, 2014 1:30 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2013 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/.

Full Year Report January – December 2013

Feb 19, 2014 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the full year increased by 1 percent to 12,610 MSEK (12,486) and for the fourth quarter by 1 percent to 3,178 MSEK (3,148). In local currencies, sales for both the full year and the fourth quarter increased by 3 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year declined by 8 percent to 3,375 MSEK (3,666) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 835 MSEK (883). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the full year declined by 6 percent and by 5 percent for the fourth quarter.
· Operating profit2) amounted to 3,855 MSEK (4,062) for the full year and to 932 MSEK (986) for the fourth quarter.
· EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 13.63 SEK (14.33) and for the fourth quarter to 3.43 SEK (3.93).
· The Board proposes an unchanged dividend of 7.30 SEK.

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Interim Report January – September 2013

Oct 29, 2013 7:15 AM CET
• Sales for the third quarter increased by 1 percent to 3,230 MSEK (3,208). In local currencies, sales for the third quarter increased by 2 percent.
• Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter includes restructuring charges of 28 MSEK and declined by 11 percent to 836 MSEK (942).
• In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter declined by 10 percent or 7 percent excluding restructuring charges.
• Operating profit2) declined by 10 percent to 924 MSEK (1,022) for the third quarter.
• EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.15 SEK (3.41).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

Revised outlook for US cigars

Oct 11, 2013 6:15 AM CET

Swedish Match names President of reorganized Scandinavia Division and new Chief Financial Officer

Sep 9, 2013 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match today announced its decision to reorganize its operating structure, by integrating its Scandinavia Division and Smokefree Products Division into a new streamlined Scandinavia Division. It has also announced a new Group Management Team (GMT) resulting from this reorganization.

Half Year Report January – June 2013

Jul 19, 2013 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,220 MSEK (3,213). In local currencies, sales for the second quarter increased by 3 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter declined by 7 percent to 871 MSEK (938). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter declined by 5 percent.
· Operating profit2) declined by 11 percent to 968 MSEK (1,082) for the second quarter.
· EPS (basic), excluding larger one-time items, for the second quarter amounted to 3.33 SEK (3.57).

1) Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2) Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares

May 31, 2013 6:00 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2013

Apr 29, 2013 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 2 percent to 2,982 MSEK (2,917). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 5 percent.
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter declined by 8 percent to 832 MSEK (903). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter declined by 6 percent.
· Operating profit2) increased by 6 percent to 1,031 MSEK (972) for the first quarter, and includes an additional capital gain of 159 MSEK on the disposal of the former head office site in Stockholm.
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter increased by 14 percent to 3.72 SEK (3.27), excluding larger one-time items EPS (basic) declined by 11 percent to 2.92 SEK (3.27).

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one-time items.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2013

Apr 25, 2013 4:28 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2012

Mar 25, 2013 3:00 PM CET

Swedish Match’s annual report for 2012 has been published and is available at the Group’s website, www.swedishmatch.com/annual-reports/.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2013 9:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Thursday, 25 April, 2013 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 11, 2013 10:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on April 25, 2013, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Wenche Rolfsen as a new member of the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2012

Feb 20, 2013 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the full year increased by 7 percent to 12,486 MSEK (11,666) and for the fourth quarter by 3 percent to 3,148 MSEK (3,064). In local currencies, sales for the full year increased by 6 percent and for the fourth quarter by 4 percent
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 9 percent to 3,666 MSEK (3,365). For the fourth quarter operating profit from product areas1) decreased by 2 percent to 883 MSEK (898). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) for the full year increased by 8 percent and was flat for the fourth quarter
· Operating profit2) amounted to 4,062 MSEK (3,702) for the full year and to 986 MSEK (1,022) for the fourth quarter
· EPS (basic) for the full year increased by 18 percent to 14.33 SEK (12.14) and for the fourth quarter by 15 percent to 3.93 SEK (3.42)
· The Board proposes an increased dividend to 7.30 SEK (6.50)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

Interim Report January – September 2012

Oct 30, 2012 7:15 AM CET

· Sales for the third quarter increased by 7 percent to 3,208 MSEK (3,011) and by 6 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 942 MSEK (909) and by 3 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit2) increased by 4 percent to 1,022 MSEK (983) for the third quarter
· EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 3.41 SEK (3.28), EPS (basic) for the first nine months increased by 19 percent to 10.40 SEK (8.72)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

Comments by Swedish Match to the press release from the European Commission

Oct 16, 2012 7:00 PM CET
As stated in a press release today from the European Commission, the European Anti-Fraud Office, OLAF, has presented a report to the European Commission. Among other things the report states that Swedish Match has filed a complaint about receiving a proposal to influence the outcome of the ongoing review by the European Commission of the Tobacco Products Directive, in exchange for financial compensation. The Tobacco Products Directive regulates the sales ban on Swedish snus within the EU, to which Sweden has an exemption.

Half Year Report January – June 2012

Jul 20, 2012 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the second quarter increased by 9 percent to 3,213 MSEK (2,944) and by 6 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the second quarter increased by 13 percent to 938 MSEK (829) and by 9 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit2) increased by 20 percent to 1,082 MSEK (904) for the second quarter
· EPS (basic) for the second quarter increased to 3.72 SEK (2.94)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG and larger one time items.

Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares

May 31, 2012 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2012 Swedish Match AB has cancelled 7,000,000 treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2012

May 4, 2012 6:15 AM CET

· Sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent to 2,917 MSEK (2,646). In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 9 percent
· Operating profit from product areas1) for the first quarter increased by 24 percent to 903 MSEK (729). In local currencies, operating profit from product areas1) increased by 22 percent
· Operating profit2) increased by 23 percent to 972 MSEK (793) for the first quarter
· EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 3.27 SEK (2.50)

1. Operating profit for Swedish Match product areas, which excludes share of net profit in STG.
2. Operating profit for the Group includes share of net profit in STG.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2012

May 2, 2012 5:00 PM CET
 

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2011

Mar 30, 2012 11:00 AM CET

Swedish Match annual report 2011 has been published and is available at the Group’s website.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 26, 2012 8:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Wednesday, 2 May, 2012 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report January – December 2011

Feb 22, 2012 7:15 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the full year increased by 4 percent to 11,666 MSEK (11,222) and for the fourth quarter by 9 percent to 3,064 MSEK (2,801). In local currencies, comparable sales1) for the full year increased by 8 percent and for the fourth quarter by 10 percent. Sales for the full year 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 13,606 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for thefull year increased by 7 percent to 3,365 MSEK (3,158) and for the fourth quarter by 7 percent to 898 MSEK (836). In local currencies, comparable operating profit2) for the full year increased by 11 percent and for the fourth quarter by 7 percent
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG in 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) amounted to 3,702 MSEK (4,169) for the full year, and to 1,022 MSEK (1,421) for the fourth quarter
· EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 12.14 SEK (9.92, or 13.12 including larger one time items) and for the fourth quarter to 3.42 SEK (2.06, or 4.85 including larger one time items)
· The Board proposes an increased dividend to 6.50 SEK (5.50)

1. Sales excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010.
2. Operating profit excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items.
3. Larger one time items include reversals of amortizations and depreciations relating to assets held for sale in 2010. In the fourth quarter 2010 it also included a net gain from pension settlements as well as a capital gain from the transfer of businesses to STG.

Interim Report January – September 2011

Oct 26, 2011 6:00 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the third quarter increased by 2 percent to 3,011 MSEK (2,964) and by 6 percent in local currencies. Sales for the third quarter of 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 3,823 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for the third quarter increased by 4 percent to 909 MSEK (874) and by 9 percent in local currencies
· The share of net profit from Scandinavian Tobacco Group in the third quarter amounted to 74 MSEK, including restructuring charges of 61 MSEK before tax
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG last year, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) for the third quarter amounted to 983 MSEK (1,049)
· EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.28 SEK (3.23)

1)   Sales excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010.

2)   Operating profit excluding businesses transferred to STG on October 1, 2010, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items.

3)   Larger one time items include reversals of amortizations and depreciations relating to assets held for sale in 2010.

Half Year Report January – June 2011

Jul 20, 2011 6:00 AM CET

· Comparable sales1) for the second quarter increased by 3 percent to 2,944 MSEK (2,849) and by 11 percent in local currencies. Sales for the second quarter of 2010 including businesses transferred to STG amounted to 3,701 MSEK
· Comparable operating profit2) for the second quarter increased by 5 percent to 829 MSEK (793) and by 13 percent in local currencies
· Operating profit including businesses transferred to STG last year, share of net profit from STG and larger one time items3) for the second quarter amounted to 904 MSEK (945)
· EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 2.94 SEK (2.78)

Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2011 6:00 AM CET
In accordance with the resolution at the Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011 Swedish Match AB has cancelled 18,000,000 treasury shares.

Interim Report January – March 2011

May 4, 2011 6:00 AM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2011

May 2, 2011 4:44 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2010

Apr 4, 2011 8:34 AM CET

As of Monday, April 4, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2010 is available on the Company website.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 24, 2011 9:00 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Monday, 2 May, 2011 at 16.30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 21, 2011 8:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Robert F. Sharpe to the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Full Year Report January – December 2010

Feb 23, 2011 7:00 AM CET

New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 7, 2011 9:00 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting on May 2, 2011, the Nominating Committee of Swedish Match AB will propose the election of Joakim Westh to the Swedish Match Board of Directors.

Swedish Match announces retirement of Lennart Freeman

Jan 14, 2011 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match announces that Lennart Freeman, Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB, will retire effective March 1, 2011 after more than 30 years with the Company. Freeman is currently President of the Lights operating units, and prior to that served as President of Swedish Match International (SMI).

Swedish Match announces signed agreement between Scandinavian Tobacco Group and Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited

Jan 14, 2011 1:30 PM CET
Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S (STG) has signed an agreement with Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited (Lane). STG is 49 percent owned by Swedish Match AB.

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Nov 10, 2010 9:00 AM CET

Swedish Match receives 170 MEUR from Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Oct 29, 2010 12:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2010

Oct 27, 2010 6:00 AM CET
·      Sales for the third quarter were 3,823 MSEK (3,606)

·      In local currencies, sales for the third quarter increased by 7 percent, with growth in all product areas except for chewing tobacco

·      Operating profit for the third quarter increased to 1,049 MSEK (874). Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit increased by 16 percent to 1,017 MSEK (874)

·      In local currencies, operating profit for the third quarter, including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, increased by 17 percent

·      EPS (basic) for the third quarter amounted to 3.23 SEK (2.53)

·      The transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group was completed October 1

Emmett Harrison appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability

Oct 7, 2010 11:30 AM CET
Emmett Harrison has been appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability for Swedish Match AB, effective October 7, 2010. He is also a member of the Group Management Team. Emmett continues to be responsible for the Investor Relations function.

Swedish Match completes transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Oct 4, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Today, Swedish Match (SM) and Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) announce the creation of a global company with leading market positions in cigars, pipe tobacco and fine cut tobacco.

Half Year Report January – June 2010

Jul 21, 2010 6:00 AM CET
 

Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares

May 31, 2010 6:00 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2010

Apr 29, 2010 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter were 3,282 MSEK (3,387)
• In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 3 percent, driven by solid growth for the snus and snuff product area
• Operating profit for the first quarter was 755 MSEK (794). Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit was 728 MSEK (794)
• In local currencies, operating profit for the first quarter increased by 1 percent. Including depreciation and amortization on assets held for sale, operating profit for the first quarter decreased by 3 percent
• EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.26 SEK (2.11)
• Cigar sales and operating profit comparisons are adversely affected by prior year hoarding in the US
• After the reporting period, an agreement was signed with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to create a new company with a focus on cigars

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2010

Apr 27, 2010 4:55 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 4.75 SEK per share
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 20 million shares repurchased by the Company

Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group sign agreement to form a new cigar focused company

Apr 26, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Following the announcement January 15, 2010 that Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group (STG) intend to form a new company with a core focus on cigars; Swedish Match today announces that the transaction agreement has been signed by the parties.

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2009

Mar 31, 2010 1:30 PM CET
As of today, 31 March, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2009 is available on www.swedishmatch.com

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2010 1:33 PM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 27, 2010 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report 2009

Feb 25, 2010 7:00 AM CET
• Sales for the full year increased by 13 percent to 14,204 MSEK (12,611) and for the fourth quarter by 2 percent to 3,545 MSEK (3,480)
• In local currencies, sales for the full year increased by 5 percent and for the fourth quarter by 4 percent
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items for the full year increased by 22 percent to 3,417 MSEK (2,801) and for the fourth quarter by 5 percent to 850 MSEK (807)1)
• In local currencies, operating profit excluding larger one time items for the full year increased by 13 percent and for the fourth quarter by 9 percent1)
• EPS (basic) for the full year amounted to 9.67 SEK (8.30) and for the fourth quarter to 2.52 SEK (2.75)2)
• EPS (basic) for the full year, including discontinued operations and one time gains, amounted to 12.88 SEK (8.98)2)
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 4.75 SEK (4.10)

1) Excluding the one time gain of 73 MSEK from sale of subsidiary and related assets in Q4 2008 but including restructuring charges for cigars of 45 MSEK in Q3 2009 and 29 MSEK in Q4 2009
2) Including the one time gain of 73 MSEK from sale of subsidiary and related assets in Q4 2008 and restructuring charges for cigars of 45 MSEK in Q3 2009 and 29 MSEK in Q4 2009

Swedish Match has signed a Letter of Intent with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to form a new worldwide company with focus on cigars

Jan 15, 2010 7:30 AM CET
• Swedish Match to contribute all of its cigar business with the exception of US mass market cigars, as well as its remaining pipe tobacco and accessories businesses
• Scandinavian Tobacco Group to contribute all of its tobacco business (cigars, pipe tobacco and fine cut tobacco)
• Completion of the transaction is subject to due diligence by both parties, final transaction agreements, bondholder approval, and regulatory review and approval

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Nov 2, 2009 10:30 AM CET
Swedish Match has on 30 October bought back 324,000 shares. The Company`s holding of own shares thereby amounts to 12,628,000 shares, corresponding to 5,03 percent of the total amount of shares and votes in the Company.

Interim Report January – September 2009

Oct 27, 2009 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match finalizes the sale of its South African operation to Philip Morris International and repurchases own shares

Sep 14, 2009 11:52 AM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2009

Jul 17, 2009 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the second quarter increased by 16 percent to 3,666 MSEK (3,164)*
• In local currencies, sales for the second quarter increased by 2 percent*
• Operating profit for the second quarter increased by 30 percent to 899 MSEK (691)*
• In local currencies, operating profit for the second quarter increased by 13 percent*
• EPS (basic) for the second quarter amounted to 2.51 SEK (1.89)*
• EPS (basic) including discontinued operations for the second quarter, amounted to 2.68 SEK (2.04)

* Amounts exclude Swedish Match South Africa, which is separately reported as discontinued operations

Swedish Match agrees to sell South African operations to Philip Morris International

Jul 2, 2009 6:45 AM CET

Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares

May 29, 2009 6:00 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2009

Apr 30, 2009 6:00 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter increased by 25 percent to 3,535 MSEK (2,818)
• In local currencies, sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent
• Operating profit for the first quarter increased by 55 percent to 846 MSEK (547)
• In local currencies, operating profit for the first quarter increased by 35 percent
• EPS (basic) for the first quarter amounted to 2.27 SEK (1.36)

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2009

Apr 28, 2009 5:08 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 4.10 SEK per share
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 4 million shares repurchased by the Company

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2008

Apr 1, 2009 9:15 AM CET
As of today, 1 April, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2008 is available on www.swedishmatch.com.

Tony Rickardsson to join Swedish Match

Mar 30, 2009 8:01 AM CET
Tony Rickardsson is appointed Area Manager Eastern Europe for Swedish Match Continental Europe as from 1st October 2009. Tony will succeed Åke Wiktorsson who has together with its partner’s built a solid foundation of our key brands in the Eastern European region over the past 15 years.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 23, 2009 9:50 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 28, 2009 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Full Year Report 2008

Feb 18, 2009 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter increased to 3,628 MSEK (3,527) and 13,162 MSEK (12,551) for the full year
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items* for the fourth quarter increased to 864 MSEK (795) and 3,017 MSEK (2,730) for the full year
• Operating profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 937 MSEK (1,062) and 3,090 MSEK (2,997) for the full year
• EPS (basic) for the fourth quarter amounted to 2.91 SEK (3.04) and 8.98 SEK (7.82) for the full year
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 4.10 SEK (3.50)


* In the fourth quarter 2008 there was a gain of 73 MSEK on the sale of a subsidiary in the UK and related assets. In the fourth quarter 2007 there was a gain of 267 MSEK on the sale of head office buildings in Stockholm.

Swedish Match and Philip Morris International announce global joint venture to commercialize smokefree tobacco products

Feb 3, 2009 7:01 AM CET
Swedish Match AB [publ] and Philip Morris International [NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM] (PMI) today announced that they have entered into an agreement to establish an exclusive joint venture company to commercialize Swedish Snus and other smokefree tobacco products worldwide, outside of Scandinavia and the United States.

Swedish Match welcomes an important step to normalize trade in the EU

Nov 28, 2008 9:01 AM CET
Swedish Match welcomes the government’s decision today to start a process aimed at ultimately lifting the ban on the export of Swedish snus to consumers within the European Union.

Interim Report January – September 2008

Oct 29, 2008 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the third quarter increased to 3,432 MSEK (3,272)
• In local currencies, net sales were 8 percent above the third quarter of 2007
• Operating profit for the third quarter increased to 864 MSEK (759)
• EPS (basic) for the third quarter increased by 39 percent to 2.63 SEK (1.89)
• We maintain our outlook for 2008 with improved sales and underlying operating profit for the Group compared to 2007. For further details refer to the outlook section in this report

Half Year Report January – June 2008

Jul 18, 2008 6:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter increased to 3,284 MSEK (3,090)
• In local currencies, net sales were 12 percent above the same quarter of last year
• Operating profit for the second quarter increased to 733 MSEK (642)
• EPS for the second quarter increased by 22 percent to 2.02 SEK (1.66)
• We maintain our outlook for 2008 with improving sales and underlying operating profit for the Group compared to 2007. For further comments on the outlook please refer to page 9

General Cigar prevails in trademark infringement and counterfeiting suit relating to "COHIBA Caribbean's Finest" cigars and rum

Jul 11, 2008 10:26 AM CET
Richmond, VA — General Cigar Co. Inc. announced today that the United States District Court for the District of Nevada has ruled in its favor, granting its motion for summary judgment, awarding damages and permanently prohibiting the import, marketing, distribution and sale of infringing “COHIBA Caribbean’s Finest” cigars and rum.

Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares

May 30, 2008 6:00 AM CET

Swedish Match AB appoints new CEO and CFO

May 13, 2008 6:00 AM CET
The Swedish Match Board of Directors has today appointed Lars Dahlgren, 37, as the new President and CEO of the Swedish Match Group effective June 1, 2008.

Interim Report January – March 2008

Apr 25, 2008 6:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the first quarter amounted to 2,818 MSEK (2,663)
• In local currencies, net sales for the first quarter increased by 10 percent
• Operating profit for the first quarter amounted to 543 MSEK (534)
• Net profit for the first quarter amounted to 341 MSEK (332)
• EPS for the first quarter amounted to 1.34 SEK (1.23)
• Significantly improved profitability in the Scandinavian snus business compared to the first quarter previous year
• US cigar business had a weak first quarter but sales and operating profit are expected to improve for the remainder of the year

Swedish Match AB invests in new production capacity in Sweden

Apr 24, 2008 1:50 PM CET
In the introduction, the correct investment amount is MSEK 265.

Swedish Match AB today announces an additional investment in its Kungälv snus production plant in Sweden. The investment of MSEK 265 is in response to the strong demand for snus in the portion packed format. The Kungälv plant is specialized in the Swedish Match unique “White Production Technology”, a white, dry portion packed snus with both regular and star formation filling of the cans.


Extreme makeover” of snus can

Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
The Nick & Johnny snus is being launched in two new flavors, East and West, in an entirely new can. The product is aimed at adult male snus users – or smokers who regard snus as an alternative to smoking – and for the first time since 1967, the can is not traditionally round, but rectangular. The inspiration for the can comes from the hood of old American sport cars.

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2008

Apr 22, 2008 7:00 PM CET
Major items approved by today’s Annual General Meeting include:

• Dividend of 3.50 SEK per share
• Election of Karen Guerra to the Board
• Mandate to repurchase up to 10 percent of the shares in the Company
• Withdrawal of 12 million shares repurchased by the Company
• Re-election of KPMG Bohlins AB as auditor

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2007

Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CET
As of today, 2 April, the Swedish Match AB annual report for 2007 is available on www.swedishmatch.com.

Swedish Match AB appoints Rupini Bergström as Director International Media and PR

Mar 26, 2008 1:07 PM CET
Rupini Bergstrom has been appointed Director International Media Relations & PR at the Swedish Match Group. Rupini Bergstrom will be responsible for Media Relations outside the Nordic region, with a special focus on the business and consumer media, while also supporting Swedish Match media and public relations efforts around the regulation of smoke-free products in the E.U.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 18, 2008 7:51 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Tuesday April 22, 2008 at 16:30 (CET) at Hotel Rival, Mariatorget 3, Stockholm, Sweden.

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares

Mar 18, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match has on 17 March bought back 450,000 shares. The Company’s holding of own shares thereby amounts to 13,663,000 shares, corresponding to 5.1 percent of the total amount of shares and votes in the Company. The total amount of shares outstanding, including shares held in treasury, amounts to 267,000,000.

Swedish Match AB Nominating Committee proposal for Board of Directors

Mar 10, 2008 7:30 AM CET
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB, to be held on April 22, 2008, the Nominating Committee will propose the following Board members to serve as Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB up to the Annual General Meeting 2009.

Swedish Match AB appoints Patrik Hildingsson Vice President Public Affairs

Feb 27, 2008 7:00 AM CET

CEO transition in Swedish Match during 2008

Feb 20, 2008 7:15 AM CET
Sven Hindrikes, 57, has today advised the Board of Directors that he wishes to retire as President and CEO of Swedish Match AB during the course of 2008. The Board accepts his decision with regret and will now initiate a search process for his successor. Sven Hindrikes remains in his position until a new President and CEO has been appointed and will be available to support the transition process.

Full Year Report 2007

Feb 20, 2008 7:00 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter amounted to 3,527 MSEK (3,457) and 12,551 MSEK (12,911) for the full year
• Operating profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 1,062 MSEK (811) and 2,997 MSEK (3,285) for the full year
• Operating profit excluding larger one time items* for the fourth quarter amounted to 795 MSEK (811) and 2,730 MSEK (3,137) for the full year
• Net profit for the fourth quarter amounted to 791 MSEK (603), and 2,056 MSEK (2,335) for the full year
• EPS for the fourth quarter amounted to 3.04 SEK (2.19) and 7.82 SEK (8.13) for the full year
• Hoarding of snus in December 2007 and 2006 and adverse currency translation effects distort comparisons between the periods
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 3.50 SEK (2.50)

* Larger one time items comprise a gain from the sale of head office buildings in Stockholm in Q4 2007 of 267 MSEK and a pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK in Q2 2006.

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus

Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
"Each year, speculation on what the Christmas gift of the year will be is keen. Kardus is definitely this year’s Christmas gift for the connoisseur who wants exceptionally exclusive snus," says Anna Lekander, Press Relations Manager, Swedish Match.

General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway

Dec 11, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Norway’s largest snus brand has now been supplemented with General Sterk, a snus product in a white-portion format. This production technique has been developed by Swedish Match and results in a gently dryer pouch product with a longer-lasting taste.

Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!

Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
One of the most characteristic consumer packages in Sweden is turning 40 years old. The round snus can, so common today, first saw the light of day in 1967. But at the time, it was a pretty large upheaval for diehard snus users.

Röda Lacket - constantly surprising

Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
The snus Röda Lacket is changing design and being launched with 21 different tops and ten different banderoles. The design is based on an illustration that has been cut apart. Each part has then become a can top or banderole - with constantly changing patterns.

Swedish Match Interim Report January – September 2007

Oct 25, 2007 6:41 AM CET
Bullet 4 regarding Net profit was in error in previous version.

• Net sales for the third quarter amounted to 3,272 MSEK (3,261) and 9,024 MSEK (9,454) for the first nine months
• Operating profit for the third quarter amounted to 759 MSEK (808) and 1,935 MSEK (2,326*) for the first nine months
• Currency translation differences in the third quarter negatively affected sales and operating profit comparisons by 75 MSEK and 27 MSEK respectively
• Net profit for the third quarter amounted to 491 MSEK (627), and 1,264 MSEK (1,732) for the first nine months
• EPS for the third quarter amounted to 1.89 SEK (2.23) and 4.78 SEK (5.94) for the first nine months
• Cigars International Inc., a US based cigar business with annual sales of 400 MSEK, was acquired in September
* Excluding pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK before tax in 2006

Swedish Match Announces Nominating Committee

Oct 4, 2007 2:07 PM CET
The 2007 Annual General Meeting resolved that the Chairman of the Board shall be given a mandate to contact the company´s four largest shareholders and ask them each to appoint one representative to make up the Nominating Committee, together with the Chairman of the Board, for the period until a new Nominating Committee has been appointed in accordance with a mandate from the next Annual General Meeting.

One million snus-users in Sweden will face new tax increases on snus

Sep 17, 2007 6:16 AM CET

Swedish Match appoints Patrik Andersson new President North Europe Division

Sep 5, 2007 1:02 PM CET
Patrik Andersson 44, has been appointed to the position of President North Europe Division, effective October 1, 2007. He will succeed Lars-Olof Löfman who takes up the position as Global head of Smoke free products.

Swedish Match finalizes acquisition of Cigars International Inc. in the US

Sep 3, 2007 12:39 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires Cigars International Inc. in the U.S.

Aug 16, 2007 6:08 AM CET
Swedish Match AB has agreed to acquire Cigars International, Inc., a privately held U.S. company that specializes in the direct marketing and sales of hand-made and machine-made premium cigars and related accessories. Cigars International employs approximately 100 people and had sales of approximately 400 MSEK for the twelve month period ending June 30, 2007.

Swedish Match has appointed Henrik Brehmer new Senior Vice President Corporate Communications

Aug 10, 2007 6:56 AM CET

Half Year Report January – June 2007

Jul 20, 2007 6:11 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,090 MSEK (3,242) and 5,752 MSEK (6,193) for the first six months
• Operating profit* for the second quarter amounted to 642 MSEK (784) and 1,176 MSEK (1,517) for the first six months
• US dollar and other currency translation differences in the second quarter negatively affected sales and operating profit comparisons by 105 MSEK and 25 MSEK respectively
• Net profit for the second quarter amounted to 441 MSEK (617), and 773 MSEK (1,105) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter amounted to 1.66 SEK (2.09) and 2.89 SEK (3.72) for the first six months
• Bogaert Cigars acquired at the end of the second quarter, with an annual turnover of 180 MSEK

* Excluding pension plan curtailment gain of 148 MSEK before tax in 2006

Swedish Match reaches agreement on sale of Stockholm real estate

Jul 6, 2007 3:25 PM CET

Swedish Match Acquires Bogaert Cigars

Jun 15, 2007 1:20 PM CET
• Portfolio consists of machine made cigars and cigarillos
• Primary markets are France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium
• Bogart and Hollandia brands, as well as private label products
• Production in Belgium and Indonesia
• Annual turnover of approximately 20 MEUR

Swedish Match to deregister from SEC

May 31, 2007 8:32 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2007

Apr 27, 2007 6:51 AM CET
• Sales for the first quarter amounted to 2,663 MSEK (2,951)
• A sharp increase in the excise tax for snus effective January 1, 2007, resulted in exceptionally low deliveries of snus to the Swedish market during the first quarter
• Operating profit for the first quarter amounted to 534 MSEK (733)
• Net profit for the first quarter amounted to 332 MSEK (488)
• EPS for the first quarter amounted to 1.23 SEK (1.62)

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.50 SEK

Apr 23, 2007 8:00 PM CET

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2006

Mar 22, 2007 3:35 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2007 9:49 AM CET
The shareholders of Swedish Match AB are hereby notified of the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders to be held on Monday 23 April 2007 at 16:30 (CET) in Stockholm, Sweden.

Report on Operations full year 2006

Feb 14, 2007 7:51 AM CET
• Net sales for the fourth quarter amounted to 3,457 MSEK (3,500), and 12,911 MSEK (13,311) for the full year
• Operating income increased by 18% to 799 MSEK (678) for the fourth quarter and by 15% to 3,235 MSEK (2,825) for the full year
• Net income for the fourth quarter amounted to 602 MSEK (456), and 2,331 MSEK (1,777) for the full year
• EPS for the fourth quarter was up 48% to 2.18 SEK (1.47), and up 45% to 8.12 SEK (5.61) for the full year
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 2.50 SEK (2.10)

Two new members proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 7, 2007 4:44 PM CET

Conny Karlsson proposed as chairman of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB

Jan 16, 2007 9:23 AM CET

Items approved at Swedish Match Shareholders’ Meeting

Dec 4, 2006 3:55 PM CET

Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Nov 6, 2006 8:38 AM CET

Interim Report January – September 2006

Oct 25, 2006 6:33 AM CET
• Net sales for the third quarter amounted to 3,261 MSEK (3,461), and 9,454 MSEK (9,811) for the first nine months
• Operating income excluding larger one time items increased by 5% to 796 MSEK (756) for the third quarter and by 18% to 2,288 MSEK (1,941) for the first nine months
• Net income for the third quarter amounted to 626 MSEK (569), and 1,729 MSEK (1,321) for the first nine months
• EPS for the third quarter was up 23% to 2.22 SEK (1.81), and up 43% to 5.93 SEK (4.14) for the first nine months

Swedish Match set to begin odd-lot commission free offer for shareholders with less than 200 shares

Sep 8, 2006 9:12 AM CET

Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting

Aug 28, 2006 6:43 AM CET

Interim Report January – June 2006 - CORRECTION

Aug 3, 2006 8:48 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,242 MSEK (3,384), and 6,193 MSEK (6,351) for the first six months
• Operating income amounted to 920 MSEK (647) for the second quarter and 1,640 MSEK (1,185) for the first six months
• Operating income, excluding a one time pension curtailment gain of 148 MSEK for the second quarter amounted to 772 MSEK and 1,492 MSEK for the first six months
• Net income for the second quarter amounted to 616 MSEK (405), and 1,103 MSEK (752) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter was 2.09 SEK (1.27), and 3.71 SEK (2.33) for the first six months

Interim Report January - June 2006

Aug 3, 2006 6:46 AM CET
• Net sales for the second quarter amounted to 3,242 MSEK (3,384), and 6,193 MSEK (6,351) for the first six months
• Operating income amounted to 920 MSEK (647) for the second quarter and 1,640 MSEK (1,185) for the first six months
• Operating income, excluding a one time pension curtailment gain of 148 MSEK for the second quarter amounted to 772 MSEK and 1,492 MSEK for the first six months
• Net income for the second quarter amounted to 616 MSEK (405), and 1,103 MSEK (752) for the first six months
• EPS for the second quarter was 2.09 SEK (1.27), and 3.71 SEK (2.33) for the first six months

Swedish Match launches EUR 300 mln Eurobond issue

Jun 20, 2006 3:13 PM CET

Interim Report January – March 2006

Apr 28, 2006 8:55 AM CET
• First quarter net sales amounted to 2,951 MSEK (2,967)
• Excluding the effect of divested businesses, sales increased by 5%
• First quarter operating income amounted to 721 MSEK (538), up 34%
• First quarter net profit amounted to 487 MSEK (347), up 41%
• First quarter EPS amounted to 1.62 SEK (1.06), up 53%

Cancer specialist strengthens scientific competence within Swedish Match

Apr 27, 2006 2:08 PM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.10 SEK

Apr 20, 2006 8:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual Report 2005

Apr 4, 2006 8:37 AM CET
The Annual report has been published on www.swedishmatch.com.

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 23, 2006 10:17 AM CET

Firebreak – the smoke-free tobacco product of the future

Mar 23, 2006 9:00 AM CET
Firebreak, a modern chewing-tobacco product previously only sold in Japan, is now available to Swedish cigarette smokers.

Andrew Cripps and Conny Karlsson proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 20, 2006 2:21 PM CET

Swedish Match Acquires European Premium Cigar Brands, Hajenius and Oud Kampen, from The Burger Group

Feb 16, 2006 10:00 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2005

Feb 15, 2006 9:44 AM CET
• Fourth quarter net sales were 3,500 MSEK (3,211), and full year sales were 13,311 MSEK (13,007)
• Fourth quarter operating income was 678 MSEK (508) and full year operating income was 2,825 MSEK (3,593)
• Operating income for the full year, excluding major one-time items, was 2,618 MSEK (2,312)
• Net profit for the fourth quarter was 456 MSEK (297), and for the full year was 1,777 MSEK (2,084)
• Fourth quarter EPS was 1.47 SEK (0.86), and full year EPS was 5.61 SEK (6.18)
• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 2.10 SEK (1.90)

Swedish Match Downsizes Match Operations

Jan 10, 2006 9:53 AM CET
The restructuring plan of the match operations is now completed. The aim of the plan has been to divest or close match operations with low profitability and lack of strategic fit with other product areas. The Company previously announced the closure of the match factory in Valencia, Spain and the divestment of the majority holding in the Indian match company Wimco Ltd. In addition to these earlier announced measures, two fully owned operations have been sold, a letter of intent has been signed regarding the divestment of another operation, and an associated company was sold. Also, the remaining minority shareholding of Wimco Ltd. has been sold, and an announcement has been made with regard to the closure of another match factory.

Swedish Match Launches Kronan Snus in Sweden

Sweden
Dec 2, 2005 3:11 PM CET

Swedish Match to launch a new Swedish snus, General Onyx

Sweden
Oct 25, 2005 11:02 AM CET

Interim Report January – September 2005

Oct 25, 2005 9:22 AM CET
• Third quarter net sales were 3,461 MSEK (3,419), and nine month sales were 9,811 MSEK (9,797)
• Operating income amounted to 953 MSEK (454) for the third quarter and 2,118 MSEK (3,061) for the first nine months
• Operating income, excluding major one time items, for the third quarter amounted to 747 MSEK compared with 694 MSEK previous year and 1,912 MSEK (1,779) for the first nine months
• Net profit for the third quarter amounted to 562 MSEK (219), and nine month net profit was 1,301 MSEK (1,770)
• Third quarter EPS was 1.79 SEK (0.63), and nine month EPS was 4.08 SEK (5.26)

Swedish Match to divest New York real estate

Aug 5, 2005 9:28 AM CET

Interim Report January – June 2005

Jul 21, 2005 6:47 AM CET
• Sales were 6,351 MSEK (6,377)
• In local currencies, sales were up 1%
• Operating income amounted to 1,166 MSEK (1,086 MSEK year ago excluding settlement income from UST of 1,521 MSEK)
• Net profit for the period amounted to 738 MSEK (670 MSEK year ago excluding settlement income from UST of 881 MSEK)
• EPS amounted to 2.28 SEK (1.95 SEK year ago excluding settlement income)

Swedish Match to divest Wimco

Jul 1, 2005 12:02 PM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.90 SEK

Apr 27, 2005 7:00 PM CET

Swedish Match names Lennart Freeman Executive Vice President

Apr 20, 2005 10:11 AM CET

Interim Report January – March 2005

Apr 20, 2005 9:07 AM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 22, 2005 12:51 PM CET

Kersti Strandqvist and Sven Hindrikes proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Mar 17, 2005 2:02 PM CET

Swedish Match To Acquire Remaining Ownership In General Cigar

Feb 22, 2005 5:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2004

Feb 11, 2005 11:09 AM CET
• Sales in Swedish Crowns were 13,007 MSEK (13,036). In local currencies, sales were up 3%

• Operating income amounted to 3,370 MSEK (2,224)

• Operating income includes income of 1,521 MSEK from settlement with UST and expenses of 240 MSEK from match impairment charges and provisions

• Net profit amounted to 1,828 MSEK (1,558)

• EPS increased to 5.61 SEK (4.68)

• The Board proposes an increased dividend to 1.90 SEK (1.70)

The Ban on Snus Survives ECJ Challenge

Dec 14, 2004 9:06 AM CET

Swedish Match to reposition Timber Wolf snuff in the U.S.

USA
Nov 30, 2004 7:45 AM CET

Swedish Match announces repurchase of bonds

Nov 22, 2004 1:08 PM CET

Interim Report January – September 2004

Oct 26, 2004 9:10 AM CET

Advocat General opinion that Snus Ban should remain pending amended directive

Sep 7, 2004 8:35 AM CET

The Advocate General of the ECJ to give his opinion today on the EU ban on snus

Sep 7, 2004 7:19 AM CET

India Supreme Court Upholds SEBI Ruling

Aug 27, 2004 12:18 PM CET

Swedish Match to terminate its ADR program and to delist from the NASDAQ National Market

Aug 19, 2004 7:14 AM CET

U. S. Court of appeals upholds judgment for Swedish Match North America/The Pinkerton Tobacco Company in product liability lawsuit

Aug 2, 2004 1:45 PM CET

Interim Report January – June 2004

Jul 21, 2004 9:20 AM CET

Appointments in Swedish Match

Jun 23, 2004 11:48 AM CET

Sven Hindrikes Appointed President and CEO of Swedish Match

Jun 1, 2004 7:14 AM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.70 SEK

Apr 26, 2004 7:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – March 2004

Apr 26, 2004 8:58 AM CET
• Sales were 3,002 MSEK (3,006)
• In local currencies, sales were up 5%
• Operating income excluding gain from settlement with UST and certain one time costs amounted to 535 MSEK (516)
• Net profit for the period amounted to 1,091 MSEK (337), including gain from settlement with UST
• EPS increased to 3.32 SEK (0.99), of which settlement with UST accounts for 2.50 SEK

Swedish Match Annual Report 2003

Apr 19, 2004 9:26 AM CET

Swedish Match announces appointment of Acting CFO

Apr 2, 2004 12:04 PM CET

General Cigar to Appeal Decision In Cohiba Trademark Ruling

Mar 30, 2004 7:37 AM CET

European Court of Justice to Hear Snus Ban Case in June 2004

Mar 29, 2004 3:13 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 26, 2004 3:23 PM CET

Lennart Sundén leaves Swedish Match

Mar 19, 2004 11:49 AM CET

Settlement with UST

Mar 15, 2004 6:50 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2003

Feb 11, 2004 10:40 AM CET

Karsten Slotte proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors

Feb 5, 2004 2:57 PM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

Nov 17, 2003 8:11 AM CET

Interim Report January - September 2003

Oct 23, 2003 9:18 AM CET

World-first snus factory opens in Kungälv

Sep 18, 2003 9:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - June 2003

Jul 23, 2003 10:01 AM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.60 SEK

Apr 25, 2003 4:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2003

Apr 25, 2003 9:46 AM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 28, 2003 2:52 PM CET

Swedish Match agrees to acquire CYAN d.o.o., Slovenia

Mar 28, 2003 8:59 AM CET

Report on Operations full year 2002

Feb 11, 2003 10:48 AM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff for sale in the US

Jan 14, 2003 1:36 PM CET

Breakthrough in the European Snus issue

Nov 26, 2002 2:35 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2002

Oct 23, 2002 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Cuba Tobacco reach cigar settlement

Oct 10, 2002 7:29 AM CET

Interim Report January - June 2002

Jul 24, 2002 9:54 AM CET

Swedish Match takes legal action against US Tobacco

Jul 22, 2002 2:03 PM CET

Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.45 SEK

Apr 23, 2002 4:43 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2002

Apr 23, 2002 9:30 AM CET

Seven out of ten Swedes think EU snuff ban should be scrapped

Apr 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 19, 2002 9:40 AM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

Feb 14, 2002 9:01 AM CET

Snus continues to perform strongly

Feb 12, 2002 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2001

Feb 12, 2002 11:18 AM CET

Tuve Johannesson and Arne Jurbrant proposed as members of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB

Feb 6, 2002 1:43 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2001

Oct 23, 2001 9:28 AM CET

Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital

Oct 18, 2001 11:57 AM CET

Swedish Match to restructure cigar operations

Aug 29, 2001 6:25 AM CET

Swedish Match AB acquires European dry snuff business

Aug 23, 2001 2:02 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 2001

Jul 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to strengthen its presence on the Italian tobacco market. Acquires distributor of tobacco products.

Jul 16, 2001 12:18 PM CET

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US

May 15, 2001 1:17 PM CET

Swedish Match: Dividend hike to 1.35 SEK approved at today's Annual General Meeting

Apr 24, 2001 5:06 PM CET

Interim Report January - March 2001

Apr 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)

Mar 28, 2001 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital

Mar 18, 2001 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations full year 2000

Feb 7, 2001 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to expand pipe tobacco presence and buys British American

Jan 9, 2001 11:00 PM CET

US Federal Court lets stand FTC ruling

Dec 14, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to build new snus plant in Kungälv, Sweden

Dec 13, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Extraordinary shareholders meeting of Swedish Match approves share buyback

Oct 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 2000

Oct 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting

Sep 26, 2000 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match announces Snus capacity investment of approximately 500 MSEK in Sweden

Sep 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires additional 22 percent in Wimco Ltd in India

Jul 30, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January – June 2000

Jul 24, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Gum Tech Intl finalize joint venture agreement

Jul 5, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Purchase of minority

Jul 3, 2000 10:00 PM CET

The legality of the EU ban on Swedish snus to be reviewed

Jun 27, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Restructuring moves for Matches

Jun 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's acquisition of National Tobacco's chewing tobacco brands

Jun 22, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 21, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 20, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 19, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's share buy-back

Jun 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to begin share buy-back

Jun 13, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match transfers 1045 MSEK to its shareholders through share redemption

Jun 12, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match completes closing of General Cigar

May 10, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to acquire Brasant Enterprises

May 7, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Shareholders approve share redemption and buyback, dividend increase; Anders Lannebo new Board memb

Apr 28, 2000 7:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - March 2000

Apr 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Annual report -99

Apr 16, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Board Proposes Share Redemption Terms

Apr 11, 2000 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match builds its portfolio in US

Feb 10, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations 1999

Feb 8, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to Make Major Investment in General Cigar Holdings Inc.

Jan 19, 2000 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match and Gum Tech form Joint Venture for Non-Tobacco Nicotine Products

Dec 20, 1999 11:00 PM CET

New appointed Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB

Dec 8, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Changes in shareholdings

Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1999

Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires snuff and pipe tobacco company in South Africa

Oct 5, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match in Turkey

Sep 19, 1999 10:00 PM CET

ABN AMRO Bank wins cash management mandate for Swedish Match

Sep 6, 1999 10:00 PM CET

El Credito Cigars acquisition completed

Aug 31, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 1999

Jul 26, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Final agreement regarding sale of Swedish Match's cigarette operations to Austria Tabak

Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires premium cigar company in the US

Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Austria Tabak to acquire Swedish Match's cigarette business

May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to sell the cigarette business to Austria Tabak for MSEK 4,800

May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match publishing dates for financial information 1999-2000

May 18, 1999 10:00 PM CET

General Cigar Holdings and Swedish Match announce closing of sale

May 2, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 1999

Apr 26, 1999 7:00 AM CET

Interim Report January - March 1999

Apr 25, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Preliminary result for Swedish Match: Operating income up 25 procent

Apr 15, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Strong increase in snuff sales, Acquisition of General Cigar approved

Apr 14, 1999 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB

Mar 29, 1999 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match introduces options program

Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match to acquire mass market business of General Cigar Company, USA

Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Changes in shareholdings

Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Correction! Changes in shareholdings

Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Annual report -98

Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Report on Operations 1998

Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET

New Group Management appointed

Jan 31, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Management information

Jan 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Management information

Jan 18, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match concentrates lighter production

Jan 12, 1999 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match sells Stockholm Headquarters

Dec 20, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match has acquired distribution company in Hong Kong

Nov 12, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1998

Oct 22, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - June 1998

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

New President and CEO at Swedish Match

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Pace of rationalization measures increases due to decline in profits

Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match decided in favor of redemption

Jul 7, 1998 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match transfers SEK 1,216,344,155 million to its shareholders

Jun 25, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match expands in Australia

Jun 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Comments from Swedish Match with reference to the Supreme Court ruling

May 13, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match

Apr 29, 1998 7:00 AM CET

The Board of Directors of Swedish Match proposes terms for redemption

Apr 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Senior executives acquire call options in Swedish Match.

Apr 6, 1998 10:00 PM CET

Restructuring of match production in Belgium

Mar 24, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match enters into business in Australia

Mar 3, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Report on 1997 Operations

Feb 23, 1998 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match enters into match business in India

Dec 16, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires match business in Bulgaria

Nov 30, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match acquires R.J. Reynolds Cigar business in Finland

Nov 26, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match - First to Freemantle

Nov 22, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Interim Report January - September 1997

Nov 5, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Acquisition in Sweden

Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Break-through in Turkey

Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Ann-Margret at the Whitbread Around the World Race in Southampton

Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Whitbread takes Swedish Match around the world

Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Negotiations between Swedish Match and Kav Orman Sanayi

Jun 26, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Approval of the Escort Agreement

Jun 4, 1997 10:00 PM CET

The court throws out Silbersky's lawsuit

Jun 3, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match's response to the filing of American-style lawsuit

May 29, 1997 10:00 PM CET

Operating income before nonrecurring items up 15 precent

Mar 2, 1997 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match reports higher earnings

Nov 2, 1996 11:00 PM CET

Swedish Match a Principal Partner in 1997-98 Whitbread Race

Sep 25, 1996 10:00 PM CET

Break-through in the Prince issue

Aug 6, 1996 10:00 PM CET

2025

Swedish Match AB publishes annual report for 2024
Mar 25, 2025 8:09 AM CET

2024

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2023
Jun 28, 2024 4:00 PM CET

2023

Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2022
Apr 28, 2023 1:35 PM CET
AD HOC ANNOUNCEMENT PURSUANT TO ART. 53 LISTING RULES SIX SWISS EXCHANGE
Mar 28, 2023 8:10 PM CET

2022

Updated notice: Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Dec 19, 2022 2:46 PM CET
Notice to the Extraordinary General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Dec 14, 2022 1:50 PM CET
Delisting of Swedish Match AB
Dec 13, 2022 1:30 PM CET
Swedish Match AB applies for delisting
Dec 5, 2022 4:20 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2022
Oct 28, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the increased public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.
Oct 27, 2022 6:40 PM CET
Comment to corrected insider trade reporting by the Chairman of the Board
Sep 8, 2022 1:35 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2022
Jul 22, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital
May 31, 2022 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2022
May 11, 2022 6:15 AM CET
Statement by the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB in relation to the public cash offer by Philip Morris Holland Holdings B.V.
May 11, 2022 5:45 AM CET
Swedish Match confirms discussions regarding a possible public takeover offer for Swedish Match
May 9, 2022 4:20 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2022
Apr 27, 2022 12:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2021
Mar 25, 2022 10:00 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 21, 2022 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match provides update on plans for separation of its cigar business
Mar 14, 2022 5:00 PM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 7, 2022 12:00 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2021
Feb 16, 2022 7:15 AM CET

2021

Interim Report January – September 2021
Oct 27, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match announces planned separation of its cigar business
Sep 14, 2021 4:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2021
Jul 20, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Change in number of shares and votes in Swedish Match AB (publ)
May 31, 2021 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares as well as implementation of share split
Apr 30, 2021 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2021
Apr 30, 2021 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2021
Apr 13, 2021 12:30 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2020
Mar 16, 2021 2:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 5, 2021 10:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2020
Feb 10, 2021 7:15 AM CET

2020

Interim Report January – September 2020
Oct 27, 2020 7:15 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2020
Jul 17, 2020 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match announces organizational changes
May 4, 2020 2:38 PM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares
Apr 30, 2020 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2020
Apr 27, 2020 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match restarts manufacturing in the Dominican Republic
Apr 7, 2020 4:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2020
Apr 2, 2020 3:45 PM CET
Swedish Match temporarily suspends manufacturing in the Dominican Republic
Mar 20, 2020 5:46 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2019
Mar 6, 2020 1:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Feb 25, 2020 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 21, 2020 10:30 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2019
Feb 12, 2020 7:15 AM CET

2019

Interim Report January – September 2019
Oct 25, 2019 6:15 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2019
Jul 18, 2019 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2019 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2019
May 9, 2019 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2019
Apr 9, 2019 3:57 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2018
Mar 18, 2019 10:00 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 1, 2019 9:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2018
Feb 13, 2019 7:15 AM CET

2018

Swedish Match comments on ECJ judgement
Nov 22, 2018 12:57 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2018
Oct 26, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match has signed an agreement to acquire a majority share in Gotlands Snus AB
Jul 26, 2018 8:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2018
Jul 19, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2018 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2018
May 4, 2018 6:15 AM CET
Advocate General does not recommend the European Court of Justice to find the EU snus ban invalid
Apr 12, 2018 8:54 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2018
Apr 11, 2018 3:35 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires Oliver Twist
Mar 23, 2018 2:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes Annual Report for 2017
Mar 19, 2018 2:30 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 5, 2018 1:00 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2017
Feb 14, 2018 7:15 AM CET

2017

New Chief Financial Officer at Swedish Match
Dec 11, 2017 7:51 AM CET
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Nov 9, 2017 8:08 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to sell its total shareholding in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Nov 8, 2017 5:54 PM CET
Interim Report January– September 2017
Oct 27, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match acquires V2 Tobacco
Sep 1, 2017 6:45 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2017
Jul 21, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match repurchases own shares
Jun 20, 2017 6:45 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2017 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report  January – March 2017
May 8, 2017 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2017
May 4, 2017 5:14 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 29, 2017 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2016
Mar 24, 2017 10:30 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 24, 2017 9:45 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2016
Feb 17, 2017 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match intends to appeal the decision by the Swedish Patent and Market Court
Feb 8, 2017 12:21 PM CET
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Jan 19, 2017 6:47 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Jan 18, 2017 4:27 PM CET

2016

Swedish Match Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting 2016
Dec 16, 2016 8:36 AM CET
FDA issues a response to application from Swedish Match
Dec 14, 2016 5:38 PM CET
Notice to the Extraordinary Shareholders’ Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Nov 17, 2016 9:00 AM CET
Interim Report  January – September 2016
Oct 28, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match’s Board of Directors has resolved to propose special dividend
Oct 27, 2016 4:30 PM CET
Swedish Match has issued new notes
Sep 14, 2016 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match is contemplating issuance of public note and a tender of part of outstanding note
Sep 13, 2016 11:31 AM CET
Sale of shares in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Sep 7, 2016 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces intention to place a portion of its shares of Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S
Sep 6, 2016 3:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2016
Jul 22, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match appoints Fredrik Peyron as Senior Vice President Regulatory Affairs and Group Communications
May 18, 2016 2:31 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2016
May 4, 2016 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2016
Apr 28, 2016 4:05 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2015
Mar 24, 2016 9:30 AM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2016 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match comments on the exercise in part of the overallotment option in connection with the IPO of STG
Mar 11, 2016 7:45 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2015
Feb 19, 2016 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match starts reporting its share of results from Scandinavia Tobacco Group based on a one quarter lag
Jan 28, 2016 9:30 AM CET

2015

Swedish Match comments on the strategic review of STG
Nov 26, 2015 7:30 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2015
Nov 4, 2015 7:15 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2015
Jul 17, 2015 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match and Philip Morris International to dissolve smokeless joint venture
Jul 16, 2015 11:00 AM CET
Swedish Match (publ) share capital and total number of shares
May 29, 2015 8:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2015
May 8, 2015 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2015
Apr 23, 2015 5:05 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2014
Mar 20, 2015 2:00 PM CET
Notice to the Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 17, 2015 9:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2014
Feb 18, 2015 7:15 AM CET
Swedish Match – update on Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Feb 9, 2015 7:45 AM CET

2014

Swedish Match comments on Competition Authority lawsuit
Dec 10, 2014 7:30 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2014
Oct 24, 2014 6:15 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2014
Jul 18, 2014 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match submits a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application
Jun 11, 2014 6:50 AM CET
Swedish Match AB (publ) share capital and total numbers of shares
May 30, 2014 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2014
May 9, 2014 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2014
May 7, 2014 4:41 PM CET
Annual General Meeting in Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 31, 2014 8:00 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2013
Mar 25, 2014 1:30 PM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2013
Feb 19, 2014 7:15 AM CET

2013

Interim Report January – September 2013
Oct 29, 2013 7:15 AM CET
Revised outlook for US cigars
Oct 11, 2013 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match names President of reorganized Scandinavia Division and new Chief Financial Officer
Sep 9, 2013 7:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2013
Jul 19, 2013 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares
May 31, 2013 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2013
Apr 29, 2013 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2013
Apr 25, 2013 4:28 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2012
Mar 25, 2013 3:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2013 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 11, 2013 10:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2012
Feb 20, 2013 7:15 AM CET

2012

Interim Report January – September 2012
Oct 30, 2012 7:15 AM CET
Comments by Swedish Match to the press release from the European Commission
Oct 16, 2012 7:00 PM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2012
Jul 20, 2012 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match share capital and total numbers of shares
May 31, 2012 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2012
May 4, 2012 6:15 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2012
May 2, 2012 5:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2011
Mar 30, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 26, 2012 8:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2011
Feb 22, 2012 7:15 AM CET

2011

Interim Report January – September 2011
Oct 26, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2011
Jul 20, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2011
May 4, 2011 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2011
May 2, 2011 4:44 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2010
Apr 4, 2011 8:34 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 24, 2011 9:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 21, 2011 8:00 AM CET
Full Year Report January – December 2010
Feb 23, 2011 7:00 AM CET
New member proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 7, 2011 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces retirement of Lennart Freeman
Jan 14, 2011 2:45 PM CET
Swedish Match announces signed agreement between Scandinavian Tobacco Group and Reynolds American, Inc. for the acquisition of Lane Limited
Jan 14, 2011 1:30 PM CET

2010

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Nov 10, 2010 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match receives 170 MEUR from Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Oct 29, 2010 12:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2010
Oct 27, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Emmett Harrison appointed Senior Vice President of Corporate Communications and Sustainability
Oct 7, 2010 11:30 AM CET
Swedish Match completes transaction with Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Oct 4, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2010
Jul 21, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match share capital and total number of shares
May 31, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2010
Apr 29, 2010 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2010
Apr 27, 2010 4:55 PM CET
Swedish Match and Scandinavian Tobacco Group sign agreement to form a new cigar focused company
Apr 26, 2010 6:30 AM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2009
Mar 31, 2010 1:30 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2010 1:33 PM CET
Full Year Report 2009
Feb 25, 2010 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match has signed a Letter of Intent with Scandinavian Tobacco Group to form a new worldwide company with focus on cigars
Jan 15, 2010 7:30 AM CET

2009

Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Nov 2, 2009 10:30 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2009
Oct 27, 2009 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match finalizes the sale of its South African operation to Philip Morris International and repurchases own shares
Sep 14, 2009 11:52 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2009
Jul 17, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match agrees to sell South African operations to Philip Morris International
Jul 2, 2009 6:45 AM CET
Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares
May 29, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2009
Apr 30, 2009 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2009
Apr 28, 2009 5:08 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2008
Apr 1, 2009 9:15 AM CET
Tony Rickardsson to join Swedish Match
Mar 30, 2009 8:01 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 23, 2009 9:50 AM CET
Full Year Report 2008
Feb 18, 2009 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match and Philip Morris International announce global joint venture to commercialize smokefree tobacco products
Feb 3, 2009 7:01 AM CET

2008

Swedish Match welcomes an important step to normalize trade in the EU
Nov 28, 2008 9:01 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2008
Oct 29, 2008 7:00 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2008
Jul 18, 2008 6:00 AM CET
General Cigar prevails in trademark infringement and counterfeiting suit relating to "COHIBA Caribbean's Finest" cigars and rum
Jul 11, 2008 10:26 AM CET
Swedish Match cancellation of treasury shares
May 30, 2008 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints new CEO and CFO
May 13, 2008 6:00 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2008
Apr 25, 2008 6:00 AM CET
Swedish Match AB invests in new production capacity in Sweden
Apr 24, 2008 1:50 PM CET
Extreme makeover” of snus can
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 2008
Apr 22, 2008 7:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2007
Apr 2, 2008 2:25 PM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints Rupini Bergström as Director International Media and PR
Mar 26, 2008 1:07 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 18, 2008 7:51 AM CET
Disclosure of substantial holding of shares
Mar 18, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match AB Nominating Committee proposal for Board of Directors
Mar 10, 2008 7:30 AM CET
Swedish Match AB appoints Patrik Hildingsson Vice President Public Affairs
Feb 27, 2008 7:00 AM CET
CEO transition in Swedish Match during 2008
Feb 20, 2008 7:15 AM CET
Full Year Report 2007
Feb 20, 2008 7:00 AM CET

2007

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway
Dec 11, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Röda Lacket - constantly surprising
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Interim Report January – September 2007
Oct 25, 2007 6:41 AM CET
Swedish Match Announces Nominating Committee
Oct 4, 2007 2:07 PM CET
One million snus-users in Sweden will face new tax increases on snus
Sep 17, 2007 6:16 AM CET
Swedish Match appoints Patrik Andersson new President North Europe Division
Sep 5, 2007 1:02 PM CET
Swedish Match finalizes acquisition of Cigars International Inc. in the US
Sep 3, 2007 12:39 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires Cigars International Inc. in the U.S.
Aug 16, 2007 6:08 AM CET
Swedish Match has appointed Henrik Brehmer new Senior Vice President Corporate Communications
Aug 10, 2007 6:56 AM CET
Half Year Report January – June 2007
Jul 20, 2007 6:11 AM CET
Swedish Match reaches agreement on sale of Stockholm real estate
Jul 6, 2007 3:25 PM CET
Swedish Match Acquires Bogaert Cigars
Jun 15, 2007 1:20 PM CET
Swedish Match to deregister from SEC
May 31, 2007 8:32 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2007
Apr 27, 2007 6:51 AM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.50 SEK
Apr 23, 2007 8:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishes annual report for 2006
Mar 22, 2007 3:35 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2007 9:49 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2006
Feb 14, 2007 7:51 AM CET
Two new members proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 7, 2007 4:44 PM CET
Conny Karlsson proposed as chairman of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB
Jan 16, 2007 9:23 AM CET

2006

Items approved at Swedish Match Shareholders’ Meeting
Dec 4, 2006 3:55 PM CET
Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Nov 6, 2006 8:38 AM CET
Interim Report January – September 2006
Oct 25, 2006 6:33 AM CET
Swedish Match set to begin odd-lot commission free offer for shareholders with less than 200 shares
Sep 8, 2006 9:12 AM CET
Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting
Aug 28, 2006 6:43 AM CET
Interim Report January – June 2006 - CORRECTION
Aug 3, 2006 8:48 AM CET
Interim Report January - June 2006
Aug 3, 2006 6:46 AM CET
Swedish Match launches EUR 300 mln Eurobond issue
Jun 20, 2006 3:13 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2006
Apr 28, 2006 8:55 AM CET
Cancer specialist strengthens scientific competence within Swedish Match
Apr 27, 2006 2:08 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 2.10 SEK
Apr 20, 2006 8:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual Report 2005
Apr 4, 2006 8:37 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 23, 2006 10:17 AM CET
Firebreak – the smoke-free tobacco product of the future
Mar 23, 2006 9:00 AM CET
Andrew Cripps and Conny Karlsson proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 20, 2006 2:21 PM CET
Swedish Match Acquires European Premium Cigar Brands, Hajenius and Oud Kampen, from The Burger Group
Feb 16, 2006 10:00 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2005
Feb 15, 2006 9:44 AM CET
Swedish Match Downsizes Match Operations
Jan 10, 2006 9:53 AM CET

2005

Swedish Match Launches Kronan Snus in Sweden
Dec 2, 2005 3:11 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match to launch a new Swedish snus, General Onyx
Oct 25, 2005 11:02 AM CET
Sweden
Interim Report January – September 2005
Oct 25, 2005 9:22 AM CET
Swedish Match to divest New York real estate
Aug 5, 2005 9:28 AM CET
Interim Report January – June 2005
Jul 21, 2005 6:47 AM CET
Swedish Match to divest Wimco
Jul 1, 2005 12:02 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.90 SEK
Apr 27, 2005 7:00 PM CET
Swedish Match names Lennart Freeman Executive Vice President
Apr 20, 2005 10:11 AM CET
Interim Report January – March 2005
Apr 20, 2005 9:07 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 22, 2005 12:51 PM CET
Kersti Strandqvist and Sven Hindrikes proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Mar 17, 2005 2:02 PM CET
Swedish Match To Acquire Remaining Ownership In General Cigar
Feb 22, 2005 5:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2004
Feb 11, 2005 11:09 AM CET

2004

The Ban on Snus Survives ECJ Challenge
Dec 14, 2004 9:06 AM CET
Swedish Match to reposition Timber Wolf snuff in the U.S.
Nov 30, 2004 7:45 AM CET
USA
Swedish Match announces repurchase of bonds
Nov 22, 2004 1:08 PM CET
Interim Report January – September 2004
Oct 26, 2004 9:10 AM CET
Advocat General opinion that Snus Ban should remain pending amended directive
Sep 7, 2004 8:35 AM CET
The Advocate General of the ECJ to give his opinion today on the EU ban on snus
Sep 7, 2004 7:19 AM CET
India Supreme Court Upholds SEBI Ruling
Aug 27, 2004 12:18 PM CET
Swedish Match to terminate its ADR program and to delist from the NASDAQ National Market
Aug 19, 2004 7:14 AM CET
U. S. Court of appeals upholds judgment for Swedish Match North America/The Pinkerton Tobacco Company in product liability lawsuit
Aug 2, 2004 1:45 PM CET
Interim Report January – June 2004
Jul 21, 2004 9:20 AM CET
Appointments in Swedish Match
Jun 23, 2004 11:48 AM CET
Sven Hindrikes Appointed President and CEO of Swedish Match
Jun 1, 2004 7:14 AM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.70 SEK
Apr 26, 2004 7:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – March 2004
Apr 26, 2004 8:58 AM CET
Swedish Match Annual Report 2003
Apr 19, 2004 9:26 AM CET
Swedish Match announces appointment of Acting CFO
Apr 2, 2004 12:04 PM CET
General Cigar to Appeal Decision In Cohiba Trademark Ruling
Mar 30, 2004 7:37 AM CET
European Court of Justice to Hear Snus Ban Case in June 2004
Mar 29, 2004 3:13 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 26, 2004 3:23 PM CET
Lennart Sundén leaves Swedish Match
Mar 19, 2004 11:49 AM CET
Settlement with UST
Mar 15, 2004 6:50 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2003
Feb 11, 2004 10:40 AM CET
Karsten Slotte proposed for Swedish Match Board of Directors
Feb 5, 2004 2:57 PM CET

2003

Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
Nov 17, 2003 8:11 AM CET
Interim Report January - September 2003
Oct 23, 2003 9:18 AM CET
World-first snus factory opens in Kungälv
Sep 18, 2003 9:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - June 2003
Jul 23, 2003 10:01 AM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.60 SEK
Apr 25, 2003 4:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2003
Apr 25, 2003 9:46 AM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 28, 2003 2:52 PM CET
Swedish Match agrees to acquire CYAN d.o.o., Slovenia
Mar 28, 2003 8:59 AM CET
Report on Operations full year 2002
Feb 11, 2003 10:48 AM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff for sale in the US
Jan 14, 2003 1:36 PM CET

2002

Breakthrough in the European Snus issue
Nov 26, 2002 2:35 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 2002
Oct 23, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match and Cuba Tobacco reach cigar settlement
Oct 10, 2002 7:29 AM CET
Interim Report January - June 2002
Jul 24, 2002 9:54 AM CET
Swedish Match takes legal action against US Tobacco
Jul 22, 2002 2:03 PM CET
Swedish Match shareholders approve dividend hike to 1.45 SEK
Apr 23, 2002 4:43 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2002
Apr 23, 2002 9:30 AM CET
Seven out of ten Swedes think EU snuff ban should be scrapped
Apr 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 19, 2002 9:40 AM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
Feb 14, 2002 9:01 AM CET
Snus continues to perform strongly
Feb 12, 2002 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2001
Feb 12, 2002 11:18 AM CET
Tuve Johannesson and Arne Jurbrant proposed as members of the Board of Directors of Swedish Match AB
Feb 6, 2002 1:43 PM CET

2001

Interim Report January - September 2001
Oct 23, 2001 9:28 AM CET
Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital
Oct 18, 2001 11:57 AM CET
Swedish Match to restructure cigar operations
Aug 29, 2001 6:25 AM CET
Swedish Match AB acquires European dry snuff business
Aug 23, 2001 2:02 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 2001
Jul 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to strengthen its presence on the Italian tobacco market. Acquires distributor of tobacco products.
Jul 16, 2001 12:18 PM CET
Swedish Match announces new prices on moist snuff, for sale in the US
May 15, 2001 1:17 PM CET
Swedish Match: Dividend hike to 1.35 SEK approved at today's Annual General Meeting
Apr 24, 2001 5:06 PM CET
Interim Report January - March 2001
Apr 23, 2001 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB (publ)
Mar 28, 2001 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces reduction of shares and share capital
Mar 18, 2001 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations full year 2000
Feb 7, 2001 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to expand pipe tobacco presence and buys British American
Jan 9, 2001 11:00 PM CET

2000

US Federal Court lets stand FTC ruling
Dec 14, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to build new snus plant in Kungälv, Sweden
Dec 13, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Extraordinary shareholders meeting of Swedish Match approves share buyback
Oct 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 2000
Oct 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Board of Directors Calls for Extraordinary Shareholders Meeting
Sep 26, 2000 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match announces Snus capacity investment of approximately 500 MSEK in Sweden
Sep 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires additional 22 percent in Wimco Ltd in India
Jul 30, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January – June 2000
Jul 24, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match and Gum Tech Intl finalize joint venture agreement
Jul 5, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Purchase of minority
Jul 3, 2000 10:00 PM CET
The legality of the EU ban on Swedish snus to be reviewed
Jun 27, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Restructuring moves for Matches
Jun 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 25, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's acquisition of National Tobacco's chewing tobacco brands
Jun 22, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 21, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 20, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 19, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's share buy-back
Jun 18, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to begin share buy-back
Jun 13, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match transfers 1045 MSEK to its shareholders through share redemption
Jun 12, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match completes closing of General Cigar
May 10, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to acquire Brasant Enterprises
May 7, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Shareholders approve share redemption and buyback, dividend increase; Anders Lannebo new Board memb
Apr 28, 2000 7:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - March 2000
Apr 26, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Annual report -99
Apr 16, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Board Proposes Share Redemption Terms
Apr 11, 2000 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match builds its portfolio in US
Feb 10, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations 1999
Feb 8, 2000 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to Make Major Investment in General Cigar Holdings Inc.
Jan 19, 2000 11:00 PM CET

1999

Swedish Match and Gum Tech form Joint Venture for Non-Tobacco Nicotine Products
Dec 20, 1999 11:00 PM CET
New appointed Executive Vice President of Swedish Match AB
Dec 8, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Changes in shareholdings
Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1999
Oct 28, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires snuff and pipe tobacco company in South Africa
Oct 5, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match in Turkey
Sep 19, 1999 10:00 PM CET
ABN AMRO Bank wins cash management mandate for Swedish Match
Sep 6, 1999 10:00 PM CET
El Credito Cigars acquisition completed
Aug 31, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 1999
Jul 26, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Final agreement regarding sale of Swedish Match's cigarette operations to Austria Tabak
Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires premium cigar company in the US
Jul 1, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Austria Tabak to acquire Swedish Match's cigarette business
May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to sell the cigarette business to Austria Tabak for MSEK 4,800
May 30, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match publishing dates for financial information 1999-2000
May 18, 1999 10:00 PM CET
General Cigar Holdings and Swedish Match announce closing of sale
May 2, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match Annual General Meeting 1999
Apr 26, 1999 7:00 AM CET
Interim Report January - March 1999
Apr 25, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Preliminary result for Swedish Match: Operating income up 25 procent
Apr 15, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Strong increase in snuff sales, Acquisition of General Cigar approved
Apr 14, 1999 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match AB
Mar 29, 1999 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match introduces options program
Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match to acquire mass market business of General Cigar Company, USA
Mar 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Changes in shareholdings
Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Correction! Changes in shareholdings
Feb 22, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Annual report -98
Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Report on Operations 1998
Feb 11, 1999 11:00 PM CET
New Group Management appointed
Jan 31, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Management information
Jan 25, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Management information
Jan 18, 1999 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match concentrates lighter production
Jan 12, 1999 11:00 PM CET

1998

Swedish Match sells Stockholm Headquarters
Dec 20, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match has acquired distribution company in Hong Kong
Nov 12, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1998
Oct 22, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - June 1998
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
New President and CEO at Swedish Match
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Pace of rationalization measures increases due to decline in profits
Aug 9, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Extraordinary General Meeting of Swedish Match decided in favor of redemption
Jul 7, 1998 7:00 AM CET
Swedish Match transfers SEK 1,216,344,155 million to its shareholders
Jun 25, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match expands in Australia
Jun 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Comments from Swedish Match with reference to the Supreme Court ruling
May 13, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Annual General Meeting of Swedish Match
Apr 29, 1998 7:00 AM CET
The Board of Directors of Swedish Match proposes terms for redemption
Apr 21, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Senior executives acquire call options in Swedish Match.
Apr 6, 1998 10:00 PM CET
Restructuring of match production in Belgium
Mar 24, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match enters into business in Australia
Mar 3, 1998 11:00 PM CET
Report on 1997 Operations
Feb 23, 1998 11:00 PM CET

1997

Swedish Match enters into match business in India
Dec 16, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires match business in Bulgaria
Nov 30, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match acquires R.J. Reynolds Cigar business in Finland
Nov 26, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match - First to Freemantle
Nov 22, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Interim Report January - September 1997
Nov 5, 1997 11:00 PM CET
Acquisition in Sweden
Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Break-through in Turkey
Oct 7, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Ann-Margret at the Whitbread Around the World Race in Southampton
Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Whitbread takes Swedish Match around the world
Sep 20, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Negotiations between Swedish Match and Kav Orman Sanayi
Jun 26, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Approval of the Escort Agreement
Jun 4, 1997 10:00 PM CET
The court throws out Silbersky's lawsuit
Jun 3, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match's response to the filing of American-style lawsuit
May 29, 1997 10:00 PM CET
Operating income before nonrecurring items up 15 precent
Mar 2, 1997 11:00 PM CET

1996

Swedish Match reports higher earnings
Nov 2, 1996 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match a Principal Partner in 1997-98 Whitbread Race
Sep 25, 1996 10:00 PM CET
Break-through in the Prince issue
Aug 6, 1996 10:00 PM CET

FDA Designates General Snus as Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes

USA
Oct 22, 2019 4:00 PM CET

FDA Authorizes Company to State that Use of General Snus Instead of Cigarettes Puts Users at a Lower Risk of Mouth Cancer, Heart Disease, Lung Cancer, Stroke, Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis.

General and Göteborgs Rapé One – by Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson

Sweden
Aug 14, 2017 7:00 AM CET

After collaborating for more than a year, Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson are now launching a series with three new snus products under the General and Göteborgs Rapé One brands.

Millionth box sold by Swedish Match Store - at the Stockholm store

Sweden
Jun 27, 2017 7:30 AM CET

Today, Swedish Match sold its millionth snus can from Swedish Match Stores, and it was sold by the store at Kungsgatan 3 in Stockholm, which is one of four snus stores owned and operated by Swedish Match.

Norway’s first snus store to open in downtown Oslo

Sweden, Norway
Jun 22, 2017 7:15 AM CET

Swedish Match is now opening Norway’s first snus store in the pedestrian area at Aker Brygge in downtown Oslo.

Göteborgs Rapé Strong is back - now in the ordinary range

Sweden
Apr 24, 2017 7:00 AM CET

Effective April 24, Swedish Match is relaunching Göteborgs Rapé Strong, a stronger variety of the classic Göteborgs Rapé White.

New e-commerce service from Swedish Match – entire snus range available online

Sweden
Mar 1, 2017 8:30 AM CET

From March 1, people living in Sweden will be able to order Swedish Match’s entire snus range online. With the new e-commerce service, www.swedishmatch.se, you can order the entire snus range, make your own snus blend and have it delivered directly to your door. You can also order freshly made snus, meaning the factory’s latest production. Naturally, the website includes age control for purchasing to ensure that the products are only sold to people over 18.

With Kaliber+ we’ve added more of the best

Sweden
Jan 30, 2017 12:30 PM CET

At the end of January, the latest addition to the Swedish Match range, Kaliber+, was launched widely in the Swedish retail trade. Kaliber+ is a further development of the Kaliber series, in which Swedish Match has prioritized a stronger product with a more fully packed portion and greater flavor. Two varieties of Kaliber+ will be launched, original and white, at a price of SEK 29 per can in Swedish Match Stores.

Launch of General Kardus 2017 postponed until late February

Sweden
Nov 30, 2016 8:00 AM CET

The launch of the 2017 edition of General Kardus has been postponed until the end of February. For the past two years, the annual edition of General Kardus has been released on December 1 and this was also the goal for the 2017 edition. The reason for the delay is that the original product did not meet all of Swedish Match’s quality requirements for the tobacco blend used in General Kardus.

Brand-new beer snus from Swedish Match – Göteborgs Rapé Humle

Sweden
Nov 25, 2016 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match is launching its first beer snus, Göteborgs Rapé Humle, which has been developed in partnership with Fjäderholmarna Brewery.

Put the used pouch in the garbage

Sweden
Nov 21, 2016 8:07 AM CET

According to information published by the Swedish Water & Wastewater Association on November 17, an amount equivalent to 1,100 tons of snus is thrown in the toilet bowl every year. Swedish Match therefore wants to appeal to all users of snus, which total over a million Swedes, to always use the garbage can.

Swedish Match launches Göteborgs Rapé Stark

Sweden
May 13, 2016 7:30 AM CET

Swedish Match and Salong Betong tattoo studio in brand new design collaboration

New limit values for GOTHIATEK®

Sweden
Mar 22, 2016 7:00 AM CET

Swedish Match is now lowering the limit values for undesired substances in snus and is also adding limit values for other undesired substances.  

General Mackmyra – a snus with the flavor of Swedish malt whisky

Sweden
Feb 26, 2016 10:50 AM CET

To celebrate General’s 150th anniversary, Swedish Match has teamed with Swedish whisky maker Mackmyra to develop a whisky snus that combines the craftsmanship of snus blending and whisky making in a joint product offering.

Swedish Match comments on the completion of the IPO of Scandinavian Tobacco Group and the Board of Directors’ propose a special dividend to Swedish Match’s shareholders

Feb 10, 2016 7:45 AM CET

XRANGE (XR) grows and adds two new products

Sweden
Feb 3, 2016 7:30 AM CET

Swedish Match launched XR in April 2015. After just over nine months on the market, it has grown to become the ninth largest snus brand in Sweden, capturing a market share of nearly 6 percent. Now XR is growing further and adding two new products: XR Grov and XR General Salmiak. This will therefore be the first time the Grov brand will be available in the XR format.

Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S publishes offering circular in connection with its contemplated IPO.

Jan 28, 2016 7:59 AM CET

NOT FOR RELEASE OR DISTRIBUTION OR PUBLICATION IN WHOLE OR IN PART, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY, IN OR INTO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, CANADA, AUSTRALIA OR JAPAN. This announcement does not constitute an offering circular and nothing herein contains an offering of securities. No one should purchase or subscribe for any securities in Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S (“STG”) except on the basis of information in any offering circular published by STG in connection with the potential offering and admission of such securities to trading and official listing on Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S (“Nasdaq Copenhagen”). Copies of any such offering circular will, following publication, be available from STG’s registered office and on the website of the STG.

Solstickan – Birthday celebrations for famous 80-year old boy

Sweden
Jan 19, 2016 8:30 AM CET

Since 1936, the famous Solstickan boy has been portrayed on most match boxes sold in Sweden. For every product sold under the Solstickan brand, a portion of sales goes to The Solstickan Foundation. The foundation works for the benefit of children and the elderly by granting project funds, research scholarships and an annual Solstickan Award. Since its inception, over 100 million SEK has been donated by the foundation to different charities. 

Swedish Match comments on the announced intention to launch an Initial Public Offering of Scandinavian Tobacco Group

Jan 14, 2016 7:20 AM CET

Swedish Match launches General Kardus Fäviken 2016

Sweden
Dec 1, 2015 7:00 AM CET

2016 marks the 150th anniversary of General, Scandinavia’s largest snus brand. To celebrate this, Swedish Match is launching the exclusive snus General Kardus Fäviken 2016, created by perfectionist Johan A Boman in 1866 and now interpreted by Chef Magnus Nilsson at Fäviken Magasinet – 150 years later.

Mustang – A robust snus from Swedish Match

Sweden
Sep 10, 2015 8:00 AM CET

Swedish Match’s new venture in the low-price segment is named Mustang.

Long-awaited comeback of Göteborgs Rapé Original

Sweden
Sep 8, 2015 9:00 AM CET

Göteborgs Rapé Original was withdrawn from the Swedish Match range at the start of the 2000s to make way for the innovative Göteborgs Rapé White, which is now one of the best-selling snus products in Sweden.

Swedish Match releases seasonal edition “Ettan Jakt”

Sweden
Aug 26, 2015 12:00 PM CET

For the autumn season, Swedish Match is launching a special edition of its traditional brand Ettan. It has been named Ettan Jakt and is a limited design edition of Ettan loose.

Swedish Match opens store in the capital of snus, Gothenburg

Sweden
Jul 3, 2015 12:40 PM CET

Today, July 3, Swedish Match is opening a snus store on Kungstorget in Gothenburg. The store will offer adult snus users a unique experience in the craftsmanship, history and quality of snus.  In conjunction with the opening, a limited edition of the snus product, Göteborgs Rapé, will be launched as a tribute to Gothenburg.

XRANGE – The year’s biggest launch from Swedish Match

Sweden
Mar 30, 2015 12:45 PM CET

In April, Swedish Match is launching Sweden’s first brand-transcending snus series: XRANGE. The snus series comprises five portion-packed products from three of Sweden’s classic brands: General, Göteborgs Rapé and Catch. XRANGE is a competitively priced product in a discreet portion pouch that is less runny and keeps its flavor longer.

Swedish Match launches its most exclusive snus – Ever

Sweden
Dec 1, 2014 11:00 AM CET

It has taken Swedish Match over two years to develop General Kardus Selection 2015 – an effort that has resulted in Swedish Match’s most exclusive snus ever. A limited amount of 4,000 individually numbered containers has been manufactured with a recommended store price of SEK 799.

First flavored snus – largest flavored snus brand

Sweden
Sep 29, 2014 11:00 AM CET

When Catch Licorice snus was launched in 1984, it was the first brand in the Swedish market to offer portion-packed snus with a non-traditional snus flavor. Thirty years later, the Catch family has grown to become one of Sweden’s largest snus brands through a successful innovation effort focusing on flavoring, portion optimization and moisture content.

Nick & Johnny change style

Sweden
Sep 29, 2014 8:00 AM CET

In autumn 2014, the brand concept for Nick & Johnny will be renewed in the form of a design change, a name change and recipe improvements.

FDA seeks comments on the Swedish Match MRTP application

Sep 9, 2014 10:00 PM CET

The Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application submitted by Swedish Match has been determined to be complete and filed by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Center for Tobacco Products (CTP). 

World's second snus store opens in Strömstad

Sweden
Apr 2, 2014 12:11 PM CET

In December 2012, Swedish Match opened the doors to the world’s first snus store on Kungsgatan in Stockholm, Sweden. It quickly became a success, with more than 70,000 visitors in the first year. Swedish Match has now decided to follow up the success with a second store in Nordby Shopping Center in Strömstad, in collaboration with Orvelins. The stores are a meeting place for all the snus users in the world, where they will be given a unique opportunity to receive personal assistance and information from competent store staff.

Swedish Match launches new snus range – General Variation

Sweden
Jan 14, 2014 10:44 AM CET

The story of General began back in 1866 with the founder Johan A Boman’s search for the perfect snus. It was a search that would require four years of experimentation before he was satisfied with his recipe. Today, General is recognized as the original Swedish snus and has grown to become one of the world’s best-known snus brands. In keeping with this heritage, Swedish Match has now developed a new product range focused on sophisticated flavors, genuine craftsmanship and multifaceted enjoyment. General Variation - A flavorsome evolution of the original Swedish snus.

New look for General snus is unveiled in the US

USA
Oct 14, 2013 10:16 AM CET

Smart, revolutionary new packaging for General snus was unveiled this week at the National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) annual trade show in Atlanta, Georgia.



Game introduces Red cigarillos

USA
Jul 10, 2013 8:35 AM CET

Game by Garcia y Vega announces the latest innovation in cigarillos, FoilFresh® Red.

General introduces tailored snus

Sweden
Apr 26, 2013 8:05 AM CET

General Tailored is a new, customized portion snus. The portion pouches are softer, with optimum fit and a sleeker can. This is all done to offer a tailored snus experience, down to the last detail. The flavor is classic General, but with distinct elements of bergamot.

White Owl and Game introduce the new standard in cigarillos

USA
Jan 8, 2013 11:00 AM CET

White Owl and Game by Garcia y Vega proudly announce the latest innovation in cigarillos, FoilFresh® Gold! 



Kardus 2012 has a fragrance of sun and sherry

Sweden
Sep 27, 2012 11:55 AM CET

The tobacco in this year’s edition of Kardus is from the small village of Cincho in western Spain. As always, it has been carefully selected and handled meticulously to satisfy the demands of the most discerning snus users in Sweden. Only a few will have the opportunity to sample this exclusive edition, since only 600 packages will be released for sale, just in time for Father’s Day.

General seeks its roots with new design

Sweden
Sep 11, 2012 9:55 AM CET

General is Sweden’s most widely sold snus and the brand is growing in global popularity. Following 150 years and more than 20 different packaging designs worldwide, General is introducing a new contemporary design with solid links to the brand’s history.

White Owl and Game introduces new cigarillo

USA
Jul 16, 2012 12:00 PM CET
White Owl® and Game® introduce The Darker Side of Smooth™ - The Hottest New Idea in Cigarillos

Nick & Johnny snus launched in Sweden

Sweden
May 24, 2012 10:00 AM CET

In June, Swedish Match introduced the snus brand Nick & Johnny in Sweden. The brand stand out with its urban design and distinctive assortment.

Swedish Match announces new USA unit

May 9, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Lights International, an operating unit of Swedish Match AB, headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, announces the formation of Swedish Match Lights USA. This new unit will market and distribute the Company’s Cricket® brand of utility lighters and related products.

Swedish Match Introduces an Industry First

USA
May 1, 2012 7:30 PM CET
Pouches will never be the same!

Flavored launches

Norway
Feb 20, 2012 10:03 AM CET

Taste is at the centre when Swedish Match Launches Radical Red Xtra Strong Chili by: Nick & Johnny and a new addition to the General Family: General Extra Strong Portion Long.

General launches mini-snus with the strength of a normal portion

Sweden
Jan 24, 2012 4:40 PM CET

General presents Strong White Mini – a portion-packed snus in mini-format with the same nicotine strength as a normal portion. The flavor has the classic General character.

Catch Collection with a big-city flavor

Sweden
Jan 24, 2012 4:37 PM CET

Catch Collection will change flavors three times during 2012. The first flavor has been named Lafayette Street, inspired by the street with the same name in New York. This mini-snus has a mild tobacco character, with a flavor of spearmint, a touch of peppermint and a distinct sweetness.

Luxurious Kardus snus – a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival

Sweden
Oct 7, 2011 6:40 AM CET

This year’s version of the luxurious Kardus snus is called Carnival Blend and is a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival, passion and pleasure. The tobacco is grown in selected plantations in southern Brazil and the flavor is from the country’s national liquor – a fruity cachaça.

Catch introduces mini-can snus with raspberry and pepper flavor

Sweden
Sep 22, 2011 2:20 PM CET

Catch Collection is presenting Thrill – a mini-can snus with the flavor of sun-ripe raspberry spiced with pepper for well-rounded sweetness. Thrill will be in stores in October and will remain in snus refrigerators until February 2012, when the next flavor is introduced.

Swedish Match first to launch snus made from ecologically grown tobacco

Sweden
Aug 18, 2011 2:00 PM CET

General Green Harvest is the first snus to be made from ecologically grown tobacco. Green Harvest contains only tobacco from certified farmers and grown according to ecological principles. This means that no artificial fertilizers or insecticides are used.

Solstickan Award for 2011 goes to H.M. Queen Silvia

May 22, 2011 10:00 PM CET
The Solstickan Foundation has awarded H.M. Queen Silvia this year’s Solstickan Award of 150,000 SEK based on the following rationale “for unique and altruistic action in support of vulnerable children and the aged.”

Discreet snus in a tiny can

Sweden
May 2, 2011 8:29 AM CET

General and Göteborgs Rapé are two of the most popular types of snus sold in Sweden. Both will now be available in even smaller cans, as snus in a mini format. The new cans will hold just as many portions as before and the snus will also be packed in an elegant star formation.

Little snus can becomes even smaller

Sweden
May 2, 2011 8:01 AM CET

Catch Collection Still, with a taste of violet and liquorice, made its debut in refrigerator displays in 2009. This popular snus is destined to make a comeback now that Catch consumers have voted for the three flavors that are to reappear in 2011. A significant little feature is that the snus will return in an even smaller can.

More eco-friendly snus can

Sweden
May 2, 2011 7:29 AM CET

Swedish Match is introducing a new snus can in a mini format. The number of portion pouches will remain the same but the can will contain approximately 21 percent less plastic than the former can. As a result, Swedish Match expects to reduce its plastic consumption by approximately eight tons as early as the first year.

Low-priced snus of high Kaliber

Sweden
Apr 11, 2011 11:25 AM CET

Swedish Match will be launching a modern, attractively priced alternative, Kaliber, to accommodate consumers who want high-quality low-priced snus.

New Generalsnus

Norway
Feb 2, 2011 8:30 AM CET

Norway’s most popular snus, General, gains a new member of the family. Swedish Match now launches General Smooth Flavour, a new version of Norway’s bestselling snusbrand.

Catch Collection snus favorite makes a comeback

Sweden
Jan 28, 2011 8:30 AM CET

Catch Collection Chill, with a full-bodied vanilla flavor and a hint of fresh mint, is making a comeback to the refrigerator display. This snus favorite returns in response to positive comments made by users in a consumer survey.

Catch Pure Mint – for a fresher flavor

Sweden
Oct 20, 2010 7:00 AM CET

A fresh peppermint flavor delivered in a discrete portion-pouch that is not visible under the lip. That’s how we summarize Pure Mint – the most recent snus selection from Catch. In addition, the snus will be packaged in a fashionable metal can that can be proudly displayed.

Light fires quickly and effectively with new Solstickan fire briquettes

Oct 14, 2010 1:00 PM CET
Fire briquettes are a completely new product from Solstickan that have arrived just in time for winter.

East Indian theme for this year’s Kardus

Sweden
Sep 30, 2010 3:30 PM CET

Kardus is the snus for connoisseurs. Probably the world’s most exclusive – and expensive – snus. The tobacco for this year’s edition has been picked in Java and flavored with the finest arrack. Both the flavor and the roots have their origin in Asian trade routes. We are releasing 500 boxes, just in time for Father’s Day.

Snus classic in elongated version

Sweden
Sep 24, 2010 2:00 PM CET

Sweden’s most popular snus brand, General, is introducing an entirely new portion format, Long. The new portions are more elongated to fit better under the lip. The flavor is the traditional General, but the recipe has been optimized to enhance the taste and reduce leakage.

New warming flavor for the dark and rain of autumn

Sweden
Sep 8, 2010 10:00 AM CET

In time for the rain and harsh weather of autumn, the Catch Collection is introducing its final flavor for the year, Ease, with a combination of spicy warm ginger and fresh orange.

New design for Ljunglöfs Ettan

Sweden
Aug 16, 2010 10:00 AM CET

Ettan snus, one of Sweden’s oldest brands, traces its roots to the early 1800s. The Ettan products will now be sold under a new design, although the contents of the cans remain unchanged and retain the same high quality that has always characterized the brand.

Norwegians prefer white portion snus. 164 percent growth.

Norway
Jul 16, 2010 8:00 AM CET
Norwegian consumers have distinct preferences in selecting snus. One of the most striking trends is the growth of snus using "white-portion tehnology". Nick and Johnny Strong White, a new product by Swedish Match, is designed to meet the demand of the Norwegian consumer products.

Catch Collection Glow brightens up summer

Sweden
Jun 7, 2010 10:11 AM CET

Catch Collection is the snus that is presented in different new flavors several times a year. The second variety for 2010 and the sixth in total is called Glow. It combines two summer classics in the form of elderberry in combination with lime and provides a preview of the summer’s refreshing flavor experiences.

Lars Bratt, Solstickan Award winner 2010

May 25, 2010 7:26 AM CET

Lars Bratt, founder of the "The Granddad Programme", has been awarded this year's Solstickan Award of 100,000 SEK based on the following rationale: "For an initiative in the spirit of the UN Convention on the Rights of Children by providing specially trained adult role models, mostly to primary schools, in the form of supportive "Granddads" or "Grannies", strengthening children's self-esteem and social skills and enhancing the teaching environment."

Swedish Match launches tailor-made Snus for Norwegian Consumers

Sweden
Mar 9, 2010 3:00 PM CET

Swedish Match is introducing new snus varieties 01 and 02 in Norway. These two new products are included in the ‘Lab Series’ and are specifically designed to meet the consumer desire for a modern snus that differs from other brands both in terms of taste, style and design.

Onico launches portion snus infused with ginseng and guarana

Sweden
Feb 2, 2010 1:58 PM CET

The new Onico+ is infused with extracts from Ginseng & Guarana. Onico+ also provide a completely unique and refreshing flavor with hints of tropical fruits that are reminiscent of delicious Amazonian flora.

Catch Collection Mellow - infused with a taste of rhubarb

Sweden
Feb 1, 2010 1:36 PM CET

Catch Collection continues to push the boundaries of taste. The new taste variety, Mellow, is probably the first snuff in the world with a taste of rhubarb.

Catch Collection Cozy - Christmas snus with a flavor of cardamom and cinnamon

Sweden
Nov 17, 2009 1:54 PM CET

Christmas toffee, rice pudding, mulled wine and saffron buns: Swedish Christmas celebrations are filled with taste experiences. Here comes one more in the form of Catch Collection Cozy – a new snus with the classic Swedish Christmas flavors of cardamom and cinnamon.

Swedish Match gives 1847 a facelift

Sweden
Nov 9, 2009 3:49 PM CET

Swedish Match is taking over production and sales of the 1847 brand, on license from Philip Morris. Simultaneously, the format and design of 1847, Philip Morris’s flagship product in the snus category, will be refined and its recipe enhanced.

Kardus Superior Blend 2009 - Exclusive vintage snus with a Latin American character

Sweden
Nov 4, 2009 8:00 AM CET

Air-dried tobacco from Guatemala, sun-dried tobacco from the province of Salta at the foothills of the Andes and a first-class, 23-year-old dark rum from Guatemala. These are the ingredients that form the basis of the most exclusive snus in the world – Kardus Superior Blend 2009.

Swedish Match rewarded for successful employer branding effort

Nov 1, 2009 11:00 PM CET

In Universum’s annual career survey, which lists Sweden’s most attractive employers from the viewpoint of economists and engineers, Swedish Match was voted Newcomer of the Year by 11,000 sought-after young professionals.

Göteborgs Rapé New design – same flavor

Sweden
Sep 15, 2009 6:22 AM CET

Swedish Match’s longstanding snus brand Göteborgs Rapé is appreciated by consumers as much today as when manufacturing commenced in 1919. We are now renewing the design and adding a new brand symbol - GR´.

Anders Carlberg, 2009 Solstickan Award winner

Sep 10, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Meet Anders Carlberg, founder of Fryshuset and recipient of the 2009 Solstickan Award, a man deeply dedicated to helping challenged children in today’s society.

Aficionados of tobacco

Aug 9, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Meet some of our tobacconists round the globe. They all share a passion for high quality products and the best customer service.

New star in the General sky

Sweden
Mar 9, 2009 2:10 PM CET

General White Portion will be the role model for can designs.

General Ekstra Sterk – now as loose snus

Norway
Feb 2, 2009 1:55 PM CET

A new member of the popular General family is now being launched; a loose snus for those who want a strong tobacco flavor and more nicotine.

New Catch Collection changes flavor continuously

Sweden
Feb 2, 2009 1:50 PM CET

Chill, Fresh, Still and Cozy are the new flavors to be introduced during the year.

Solstickan Foundation for the benefit of children and elderly

Jan 7, 2009 11:00 PM CET

A share of the sale price of every box of Solstickan-brand matches is allocated to the Solstickan Foundation - for the benefit of children and the elderly. Read about the non-profit association Arken pony farm in Malmö, Sweden, that was granted SEK 20,000 from Solstickan Foundation in order to start a partnership with the aim to stimulate disabled children.

Dedication improves environmental health

Nov 18, 2008 11:00 PM CET
With dedication and enthusiasm all employees at the North American facilities work for the development of environmental well-being. There is a long tradition of working with these issues as an integral part of daily business.

Innovation at the forefront

Nov 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Smokefree tobacco is one of the fastest-growing consumer categories in the US. Many players have endeavored to penetrate the market but few have succeeded. However, Swedish Match’s innovativeness is ideally suited for expansion in a dynamic market.

Grovsnus Black – new snus with robust taste

Sweden
Nov 4, 2008 11:44 AM CET

Starting this week, Sweden’s tobacconists will be offered a masculine, rich-tasting and full-bodied alternative – Grovsnus Black. As the name implies, the portions are black.

“Give snus a chance”

May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Less than 1.5 percent of the 107 million smokers in the EU have access to viable, pragmatic and consumer friendly alternatives to their cigarettes. They are simply left behind with a very challenging dilemma; quit or die.

Inspired by market trends

May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
What is required to generate growth in a mature market? The answer is simple. Consumer insight, well-segmented and defined target groups andan instinct for future trends. Anna Neiås, Vice President Marketing, Swedish Match North Europe Division, is satisfied with developments to date.

A nose for snus

May 17, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Aroma, flavor and an excellent tobacco balance are the main components used when producing flavors for new tobacco products.

Environment goals important

May 12, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Swedish Match’s snus operations in the Scandinavian market have been environmentally certified in accordance with ISO 14001 since 2003, and the company works actively on achieving environmental goals.

“Extreme makeover” of snus can

Sweden
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET

The Nick & Johnny snus is being launched in two new flavors, East and West, in an entirely new can. The product is aimed at adult male snus users – or smokers who regard snus as an alternative to smoking – and for the first time since 1967, the can is not traditionally round, but rectangular. The inspiration for the can comes from the hood of old American sport cars.

Triumph, snus on cigarette shelf

Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Triumph snus, which is now being launched in the US, is the result of a partnership between Swedish Match and Lorillard Tobacco Company.

New cigars, snus and lighters

Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Ten new products were launched during the last quarter 2007. Here are a few examples of the new cigars, snus and lighters.

EU committee confirms health benefits of Swedish snus

Feb 18, 2008 9:00 AM CET

The scientific committee (SCENIHR, Standing Committee on Emerging and Newly Identified Health Risks) has been assigned by the European Commission to evaluate the health effects of smokeless tobacco products including Swedish snus. The committee has now presented the final version of its findings to the Commission.

- The committee confirms the significant health benefits of Swedish snus relative to cigarettes. The report therefore constitutes a reevaluation of Swedish snus within the European Union where the product is currently banned, except in Sweden, says Lars E Rutqvist, MD, Ph D, Vice President for Scientific Affairs, Swedish Match AB, Stockholm, Sweden, previously Professor of Oncology at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm.

- The scientific debate about snus within the EU has come to an end, and the politicians must now decide on whether it is reasonable to continue to deny European smokers access to a dramatically less hazardous alternative to cigarettes, Rutqvist concludes.

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus

Sweden
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET

"Each year, speculation on what the Christmas gift of the year will be is keen. Kardus is definitely this year’s Christmas gift for the connoisseur who wants exceptionally exclusive snus," says Anna Lekander, Press Relations Manager, Swedish Match.

Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!

Sweden
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET

One of the most characteristic consumer packages in Sweden is turning 40 years old. The round snus can, so common today, first saw the light of day in 1967. But at the time, it was a pretty large upheaval for diehard snus users.

Röda Lacket - constantly surprising

Sweden
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET

The snus Röda Lacket is changing design and being launched with 21 different tops and ten different banderoles. The design is based on an illustration that has been cut apart. Each part has then become a can top or banderole - with constantly changing patterns.

General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway

Norway
Nov 12, 2007 9:00 AM CET

Norway’s largest snus brand has now been supplemented with General Sterk, a snus product in a white-portion format. This production technique has been developed by Swedish Match and results in a gently dryer pouch product with a longer-lasting taste.

Turkish delight

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Swedish Match has succeeded in increasing sales of lighters in Turkey by over 140 percent in just two years, based on an effective sales strategy that involves balancing several distribution channels against each other. Where Cricket lighters are displayed at store counters, they practically sell themselves, according to Hakan Tuna, Managing Director for Swedish Match International Division in Turkey.

Speedway hero helps build brands

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET

Tony Rickardsson is one of Sweden's most famous and best-liked sportsmen. After six world championship titles in speedway and numerous prizes and awards, he has switched this year to car racing in the Porsche Carrera Cup Scandinavia. The cooperation with Swedish Match as principal sponsor will continue and as Rickardsson himself phrased it, they are "a perfect match." He is also one of Sweden's most well-known users of snus and his favorite is General Onyx by Swedish Match.

From value-priced to LUXURY

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
In less than two years, the Scandinavian snus market has changed and moved from one to several segments. This change has been caused by an increased interest in Swedish snus and greater demand for new products. In North America, different American snuff segments have existed since the mid- 1990s and a new segment in the US could be Swedish snus.

Cricket - in a class of its own

Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Every day, Cricket lighters are used by approximately 200 million people in more than 100 different countries. Cricket is one of Swedish Match's most widely-spread brands characterized by quality, safety and design.

US spotlight on Swedish snus

Nov 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET
The US media is increasing its focus on Swedish snus, most recently in the International Herald Tribune and The New York Times.

New Piccanell – a modern Swedish chewing tobacco with long traditions

Aug 15, 2007 10:00 PM CET
During this spring, one of Swedish Match’s most classic brands underwent a proper makeover. Piccanell, a Swedish smokeless chewing tobacco with origins from the 17th century, was renewed with a new design, new packaging and two new flavors.

Arrival of Onico Juniper Berry

Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
The TOBACCO- AND NICOTINE-FREE portion-packed snus segment continues to grow in Sweden. We are now launching a new flavor: Onico Juniper Berry.

Further step toward new view of snus

Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET

That snus is a significantly less harmful alternative to cigarettes is a viewpoint that is gaining a stronger foothold in the scientific community. One example is the scientific committee that recently evaluated the health effects of smokeless tobacco on behalf of the EU. In the May issue of the respected magazine, The Lancet, two scientists demanded that snus should be allowed where it is prohibited today.

US – world's largest snuff market

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
The American snuff market is growing constantly, and demand is increasing every year. As restrictions on smoking become more widespread, more and more smokers are seeking smokeless alternatives. Swedish Match is one of the players in this growing market.

Tradition and innovation

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Greatly simplified, production of snus requires only tobacco, water and salt. For Swedish Match, however, the production of quality snus is an advanced and highly technical process that begins long before the tobacco reaches the plant.

Snus is better than cigarettes

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
An increasing number of researchers consider that smokeless products are a good alternative for people who find it difficult to stop using tobacco completely. Proponents of Harm Reduction, which is a strategy for reducing the harmful effects of smoking, believe that there are major health gains to be realized if smokers replace cigarettes with significantly less harmful smokeless products.

Not without my snus

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET

Swedish Match has nearly 20 different brands of snuff and snus, but Swedish golf pro Fredrik Jacobson knows which brand he prefers. “General is without a doubt my favorite snus, I have used it for 15 years,” says Fredrik Jacobson.

Market leader in Scandinavia

May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
With market shares of nearly 90 percent in Sweden and Norway,* Swedish Match is the Scandinavian leader in the snus market. Despite increased competition from international tobacco companies, Swedish Match has a strong market-leading position. The key to success is an intense focus on product development and continuous dialogue with customers.

Lancet: Snus positive for public health

May 9, 2007 8:00 AM CET

Bans on snus or overstated propaganda against the product are not a sound public-health policy, since cigarette smoking is the overshadowing health problem. This is the conclusion reached in today's issue of the respected medical journal The Lancet.

Mahogany trees restoring nature

May 4, 2007 10:00 PM CET
"I always wondered why there weren’t any mahogany trees in Mahogany Valley, until I found out that the trees had been harvested for their valuable timber and to create arable land. We’ve just finished planting 20,000 mahogany plants that will grow and restore the natural flora," says Carlos Thomen proudly.

2006 our best year to date - Interview with Sven Hindrikes, President

Mar 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET

The Solstickan Foundation - a sunny story

Aug 17, 2006 10:00 PM CET
In autumn 1935, the idea was conceived of developing a special brand to place on ordinary boxes of matches, which would be sold at a higher price. The surplus would go to projects designed to serve the interests of children in the community. The man behind the idea was Mathias Hallgren, a director in Svenska Tandsticksbolaget´s sales company. The Solstickan Foundation was established in 1936.

Chairman Mundebo takes his leave

Jun 6, 2006 10:00 PM CET

Public health report supports harm reduction concept

May 1, 2005 10:00 PM CET

The net effects of changes in tobacco habits in Sweden are positive from a health viewpoint, since smoking is so much more damaging to health than snus. "The current situation is that while we cannot exclude risks associated with snus, they are minimal compared with those from smoking."

An eventful year

Feb 22, 2005 11:00 PM CET
Operations developed favorably during 2004 and sales increased by 3 percent in local currencies. Volumes increased, particularly for cigars, as well as snus. Operating income increased and was affected by several items of a nonrecurring nature. The settlement with UST at the beginning of the year resulted in an income item of 1.5 billion SEK before tax, while write-downs, allocations to reserve and costs for rationalization measures were charged against earnings. Earnings per share rose to 5.61 SEK (4.68), and the Board of Directors has decided to propose that the dividend for the year be increased to 1.90 SEK (1.70).

Swedish Match comments on IARC press release

Nov 22, 2004 2:50 PM CET

"We have much in common in our focus on brands"

Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
He is CEO of the Nordic region's largest confectionery company and also a new member of Swedish Match's Board of Directors. With his long experience of working with fast-moving consumer goods, Karsten Slotte has much to bring to Swedish Match's Board work. But he personally thinks he also has a lot to learn and that the relationship will be mutually beneficial.

Tobacco-based Harm Reduction is gaining more and more attention

Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET

Mr Tobacco bows out

Jul 6, 2004 10:00 PM CET
When Klaus Unger resigns from the Board in connection to this year's Annual General Meeting, he will be able to look back on a 46-year career in the Swedish tobacco industry. He has made a substantial contribution to making Swedish Match what it is today, an international company with a clear and consistent strategy focusing on smokeless products. And he is confident about the Company's prospects.

Harm reduction gives snus key role in reducing cigarette smoking

Jan 31, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Focus on reducing the harmful effects of smoking and save lives! Under this slogan, a number of respected researchers are challenging the prevailing opinions of health policy-makers and tobacco critics worldwide. Forty years after the risks of smoking became known, anti-smoking campaigns have had only limited success. Hopes of eliminating tobacco use in society in the foreseeable future seem increasingly unrealistic.

Digital fireworks display crowns inaugural celebration

Nov 27, 2003 11:00 PM CET

“A totally new workplace is always a pleasure for a municipality.”

Unique plant built in record time

Nov 26, 2003 11:00 PM CET

At 11:00 a.m. on January 11, 2001, the ground was broken for what is now Swedish Match's unique new snus plant in Kungälv, near Gothenburg. Not only is the Kungälv plant the world's most advanced snuff-production plant, but construction of the plant was also carried out substantially more rapidly than scheduled, based on a concept unique to Swedish Match. The inauguration in September was the symbolic culmination of many years of dedicated research and development work within Swedish Match.

It started with royal noses

Jun 24, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Snuff has its origins in North America and spread to Europe via Columbus. The use of nasal snuff flourished at the influential French court and was quickly copied by the upper classes at many Central European courts. In Sweden, snus habits changed at the beginning of the 19th century, when placing moist snus under the upper lip became a widespread practice.

New products ready for barbecue season

May 14, 2003 10:00 PM CET
With its new products in the Solstickan family, the grill bag and the disposable grill, Swedish Match will be making barbecues simpler and more convenient this summer. The lightable grill bag is a totally new concept. No soot from the bag to blacken everything, and no need to use barbecue lighter fluid. In addition, SEK 0.20 goes to the Solstickan Fund for every bag or grill sold.

5 MSEK per year to Swedish researchers

Apr 10, 2003 10:00 PM CET
Since the end of the 1950s, Swedish Match has been contributing financially to research on the effects of tobacco use. The money, which is distributed by the Swedish Medical Advisory Council, has supported a number of high-quality projects. An example is research into the link between smoking during pregnancy and sudden infant death syndrome, an area in which Swedish research is world-leading.

The Swedish experience arouses interest in research circles

Jan 7, 2003 11:00 PM CET
In a health context, the role of snuff (snus) as a significantly better alternative to cigarette smoking has created attention at a number of major international conferences during the past half year. The experiences cited have mainly derived from Sweden.

The snuff enjoyed by popes and laborers celebrates its 180th birthday

Sep 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
With inventiveness and stubbornness Jacob Fredrik Ljunglöv succeeded in establishing »Ettan« (»The One«) as the first »nationwide« snuff in Sweden. Railroad laborers who carried the snuff with them as they moved along were successful marketers. But even Pope Leo XIII liked the taste. »Ettan«, which celebrates its 180th birthday this year, is one of Sweden's oldest active brands and as Swedish as a Midsummer maypole.

Arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory

Jun 2, 2002 10:00 PM CET
The ban on sales of Swedish snuff, snus, is arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory, and conflicts with the EU’s fundamental principle concerning the free movement of goods. This was the opinion expressed by Bo Aulin, Swedish Match General Counsel and Senior Vice President, Corporate Affairs, at the Group’s capital market day in Gothenburg on February 15.

Swedish Match announces test market of ExaltTM - an alternative for smokers

Apr 27, 2001 8:34 AM CET

Swedish Match to launch snuff in India

Apr 23, 2001 1:16 PM CET

Swedish Match announces new smokeless initiatives

Mar 11, 2001 11:00 PM CET

2019

FDA Designates General Snus as Less Harmful Alternative to Cigarettes
Oct 22, 2019 4:00 PM CET
USA

2017

General and Göteborgs Rapé One – by Swedish Match and Alexander Gustafsson
Aug 14, 2017 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Millionth box sold by Swedish Match Store - at the Stockholm store
Jun 27, 2017 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
Norway’s first snus store to open in downtown Oslo
Jun 22, 2017 7:15 AM CET
Sweden, Norway
Göteborgs Rapé Strong is back - now in the ordinary range
Apr 24, 2017 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
New e-commerce service from Swedish Match – entire snus range available online
Mar 1, 2017 8:30 AM CET
Sweden
With Kaliber+ we’ve added more of the best
Jan 30, 2017 12:30 PM CET
Sweden

2016

Launch of General Kardus 2017 postponed until late February
Nov 30, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Brand-new beer snus from Swedish Match – Göteborgs Rapé Humle
Nov 25, 2016 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Put the used pouch in the garbage
Nov 21, 2016 8:07 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match launches Göteborgs Rapé Stark
May 13, 2016 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
New limit values for GOTHIATEK®
Mar 22, 2016 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
General Mackmyra – a snus with the flavor of Swedish malt whisky
Feb 26, 2016 10:50 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match comments on the completion of the IPO of Scandinavian Tobacco Group and the Board of Directors’ propose a special dividend to Swedish Match’s shareholders
Feb 10, 2016 7:45 AM CET
XRANGE (XR) grows and adds two new products
Feb 3, 2016 7:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match announces that Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S publishes offering circular in connection with its contemplated IPO.
Jan 28, 2016 7:59 AM CET
Solstickan – Birthday celebrations for famous 80-year old boy
Jan 19, 2016 8:30 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match comments on the announced intention to launch an Initial Public Offering of Scandinavian Tobacco Group
Jan 14, 2016 7:20 AM CET

2015

Swedish Match launches General Kardus Fäviken 2016
Dec 1, 2015 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Mustang – A robust snus from Swedish Match
Sep 10, 2015 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Long-awaited comeback of Göteborgs Rapé Original
Sep 8, 2015 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match releases seasonal edition “Ettan Jakt”
Aug 26, 2015 12:00 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match opens store in the capital of snus, Gothenburg
Jul 3, 2015 12:40 PM CET
Sweden
XRANGE – The year’s biggest launch from Swedish Match
Mar 30, 2015 12:45 PM CET
Sweden

2014

Swedish Match launches its most exclusive snus – Ever
Dec 1, 2014 11:00 AM CET
Sweden
First flavored snus – largest flavored snus brand
Sep 29, 2014 11:00 AM CET
Sweden
Nick & Johnny change style
Sep 29, 2014 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
FDA seeks comments on the Swedish Match MRTP application
Sep 9, 2014 10:00 PM CET
World's second snus store opens in Strömstad
Apr 2, 2014 12:11 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match launches new snus range – General Variation
Jan 14, 2014 10:44 AM CET
Sweden

2013

New look for General snus is unveiled in the US
Oct 14, 2013 10:16 AM CET
USA
Game introduces Red cigarillos
Jul 10, 2013 8:35 AM CET
USA
General introduces tailored snus
Apr 26, 2013 8:05 AM CET
Sweden
White Owl and Game introduce the new standard in cigarillos
Jan 8, 2013 11:00 AM CET
USA

2012

Kardus 2012 has a fragrance of sun and sherry
Sep 27, 2012 11:55 AM CET
Sweden
General seeks its roots with new design
Sep 11, 2012 9:55 AM CET
Sweden
White Owl and Game introduces new cigarillo
Jul 16, 2012 12:00 PM CET
USA
Nick & Johnny snus launched in Sweden
May 24, 2012 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match announces new USA unit
May 9, 2012 11:00 AM CET
Swedish Match Introduces an Industry First
May 1, 2012 7:30 PM CET
USA
Flavored launches
Feb 20, 2012 10:03 AM CET
Norway
General launches mini-snus with the strength of a normal portion
Jan 24, 2012 4:40 PM CET
Sweden
Catch Collection with a big-city flavor
Jan 24, 2012 4:37 PM CET
Sweden

2011

Luxurious Kardus snus – a colorful tribute to Brazilian carnival
Oct 7, 2011 6:40 AM CET
Sweden
Catch introduces mini-can snus with raspberry and pepper flavor
Sep 22, 2011 2:20 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match first to launch snus made from ecologically grown tobacco
Aug 18, 2011 2:00 PM CET
Sweden
Solstickan Award for 2011 goes to H.M. Queen Silvia
May 22, 2011 10:00 PM CET
Discreet snus in a tiny can
May 2, 2011 8:29 AM CET
Sweden
Little snus can becomes even smaller
May 2, 2011 8:01 AM CET
Sweden
More eco-friendly snus can
May 2, 2011 7:29 AM CET
Sweden
Low-priced snus of high Kaliber
Apr 11, 2011 11:25 AM CET
Sweden
New Generalsnus
Feb 2, 2011 8:30 AM CET
Norway
Catch Collection snus favorite makes a comeback
Jan 28, 2011 8:30 AM CET
Sweden

2010

Catch Pure Mint – for a fresher flavor
Oct 20, 2010 7:00 AM CET
Sweden
Light fires quickly and effectively with new Solstickan fire briquettes
Oct 14, 2010 1:00 PM CET
East Indian theme for this year’s Kardus
Sep 30, 2010 3:30 PM CET
Sweden
Snus classic in elongated version
Sep 24, 2010 2:00 PM CET
Sweden
New warming flavor for the dark and rain of autumn
Sep 8, 2010 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
New design for Ljunglöfs Ettan
Aug 16, 2010 10:00 AM CET
Sweden
Norwegians prefer white portion snus. 164 percent growth.
Jul 16, 2010 8:00 AM CET
Norway
Catch Collection Glow brightens up summer
Jun 7, 2010 10:11 AM CET
Sweden
Lars Bratt, Solstickan Award winner 2010
May 25, 2010 7:26 AM CET
Swedish Match launches tailor-made Snus for Norwegian Consumers
Mar 9, 2010 3:00 PM CET
Sweden
Onico launches portion snus infused with ginseng and guarana
Feb 2, 2010 1:58 PM CET
Sweden
Catch Collection Mellow - infused with a taste of rhubarb
Feb 1, 2010 1:36 PM CET
Sweden

2009

Catch Collection Cozy - Christmas snus with a flavor of cardamom and cinnamon
Nov 17, 2009 1:54 PM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match gives 1847 a facelift
Nov 9, 2009 3:49 PM CET
Sweden
Kardus Superior Blend 2009 - Exclusive vintage snus with a Latin American character
Nov 4, 2009 8:00 AM CET
Sweden
Swedish Match rewarded for successful employer branding effort
Nov 1, 2009 11:00 PM CET
Göteborgs Rapé New design – same flavor
Sep 15, 2009 6:22 AM CET
Sweden
Anders Carlberg, 2009 Solstickan Award winner
Sep 10, 2009 10:00 PM CET
Aficionados of tobacco
Aug 9, 2009 10:00 PM CET
New star in the General sky
Mar 9, 2009 2:10 PM CET
Sweden
General Ekstra Sterk – now as loose snus
Feb 2, 2009 1:55 PM CET
Norway
New Catch Collection changes flavor continuously
Feb 2, 2009 1:50 PM CET
Sweden
Solstickan Foundation for the benefit of children and elderly
Jan 7, 2009 11:00 PM CET

2008

Dedication improves environmental health
Nov 18, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Innovation at the forefront
Nov 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
Grovsnus Black – new snus with robust taste
Nov 4, 2008 11:44 AM CET
Sweden
“Give snus a chance”
May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Inspired by market trends
May 18, 2008 10:00 PM CET
A nose for snus
May 17, 2008 10:00 PM CET
Environment goals important
May 12, 2008 10:00 PM CET
“Extreme makeover” of snus can
Apr 24, 2008 10:30 AM CET
Sweden
Triumph, snus on cigarette shelf
Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
New cigars, snus and lighters
Mar 4, 2008 11:00 PM CET
EU committee confirms health benefits of Swedish snus
Feb 18, 2008 9:00 AM CET

2007

Christmas gift of the year? Kardus - new edition of the world’s finest snus
Dec 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
Congratulations - the round snus can is turning 40!
Nov 22, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
Röda Lacket - constantly surprising
Nov 14, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Sweden
General Sterk – powerful newcomer to General family in Norway
Nov 12, 2007 9:00 AM CET
Norway
Turkish delight
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Speedway hero helps build brands
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
From value-priced to LUXURY
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
Cricket - in a class of its own
Nov 9, 2007 11:00 PM CET
US spotlight on Swedish snus
Nov 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET
New Piccanell – a modern Swedish chewing tobacco with long traditions
Aug 15, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Arrival of Onico Juniper Berry
Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Further step toward new view of snus
Aug 14, 2007 10:00 PM CET
US – world's largest snuff market
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Tradition and innovation
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Snus is better than cigarettes
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Not without my snus
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Market leader in Scandinavia
May 10, 2007 10:00 PM CET
Lancet: Snus positive for public health
May 9, 2007 8:00 AM CET
Mahogany trees restoring nature
May 4, 2007 10:00 PM CET
2006 our best year to date - Interview with Sven Hindrikes, President
Mar 6, 2007 11:00 PM CET

2006

The Solstickan Foundation - a sunny story
Aug 17, 2006 10:00 PM CET
Chairman Mundebo takes his leave
Jun 6, 2006 10:00 PM CET

2005

Public health report supports harm reduction concept
May 1, 2005 10:00 PM CET
An eventful year
Feb 22, 2005 11:00 PM CET

2004

Swedish Match comments on IARC press release
Nov 22, 2004 2:50 PM CET
"We have much in common in our focus on brands"
Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Tobacco-based Harm Reduction is gaining more and more attention
Nov 18, 2004 11:00 PM CET
Mr Tobacco bows out
Jul 6, 2004 10:00 PM CET
Harm reduction gives snus key role in reducing cigarette smoking
Jan 31, 2004 11:00 PM CET

2003

Digital fireworks display crowns inaugural celebration
Nov 27, 2003 11:00 PM CET
Unique plant built in record time
Nov 26, 2003 11:00 PM CET
It started with royal noses
Jun 24, 2003 10:00 PM CET
New products ready for barbecue season
May 14, 2003 10:00 PM CET
5 MSEK per year to Swedish researchers
Apr 10, 2003 10:00 PM CET
The Swedish experience arouses interest in research circles
Jan 7, 2003 11:00 PM CET

2002

The snuff enjoyed by popes and laborers celebrates its 180th birthday
Sep 15, 2002 10:00 PM CET
Arbitrary, unreasonable and discriminatory
Jun 2, 2002 10:00 PM CET

2001

Swedish Match announces test market of ExaltTM - an alternative for smokers
Apr 27, 2001 8:34 AM CET
Swedish Match to launch snuff in India
Apr 23, 2001 1:16 PM CET
Swedish Match announces new smokeless initiatives
Mar 11, 2001 11:00 PM CET

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