Improved profitability and continued growth in Q2-2026
Scandi Standard reports another strong quarter with improved profitability and continued growth, supported by strong demand, continued investments and progress across the value chain.
Operating income increased by 30 per cent to 179 (138) MSEK, while net sales increased by 4 per cent. During the quarter, we strengthened our position in the Nordic region and Ireland, continued to expand and improve efficiency in the Baltics and Central Europe, and made further investments to strengthen the value chain, including the acquisition of DanBroiler and hatchery investments in Finland.
The performance reflects Scandi Standards’ ability to meet strong demand for chicken while continuing to develop the business through investments, enhanced efficiency and a progressively more integrated value chain.
“A strong market, combined with our investments and improvement initiatives, contributed to another quarter of growth, improved profitability and continued progress towards our long-term targets,” says Jonas Tunestål, CEO of Scandi Standard.
Highlights during the quarter:
• Operating income increased by 30 per cent to 179 (138) MSEK, with net sales growing by 4 per cent.
• Strong performance in both segments, with RTC and RTE delivering improved profitability.
• Continued investments and acquisitions, including the acquisition of DanBroiler and investments in hatchery infrastructure in Finland, further strengthening the value chain.
• Strengthened positions in domestic markets in the Nordic region and Ireland, combined with continued expansion and efficiency improvements in the Baltics and Central Europe.
• Expansion and efficiency improvements across several markets, including Denmark and the Netherlands.
• Launch of the Scandi Broiler License Program, supporting animal welfare and quality across the Group.
“Our performance demonstrates the strength of our strategy and the consistent execution across the organisation. We continue to meet strong demand while improving efficiency and strengthening our value chain,” says Jonas Tunestål.
Financial position and outlook
Operating cash flow improved compared with the previous year, although higher demand and planned inventory build-up resulted in increased working capital during the quarter.
“Our financial position remains solid, while we continue to manage short-term fluctuations driven by growth and investments. This gives us a strong platform to continue investing in efficiency, capacity and long-term development,” says Fredrik Sylwan, CFO of Scandi Standard.
Demand for chicken remains strong, and Scandi Standard is well positioned to continue delivering sustainable and profitable growth, supported by a more integrated value chain and a growing European presence.
Please find the full report here and a presentation by Jonas Tunestål and Fredrik Sylwan here.
