Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson Stock Price, News & Analysis

Ericsson will publish its financial report for Q1 2022 on April 14, 2022, at 7:00 AM CEST. A live webcast for analysts, investors, and media will follow at 9:00 AM CEST, featuring remarks from President and CEO Börje Ekholm and CFO Carl Mellander. The report will be accessible on Ericsson's website, providing detailed tables and data in PDF format. Investors can join the call using provided phone numbers and PIN code, with on-demand access to the webcast afterwards.

On March 29, 2022, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson's AGM was held digitally due to COVID-19 restrictions. Key resolutions included the adoption of the 2021 Profit and Loss Statements, approval of a dividend of SEK 2.50 per share, and the appointment of Deloitte AB as auditor until AGM 2023. Shareholders voted against discharging the Board's liability for 2021. The AGM also approved a Long-Term Variable Compensation Program (LTV) for the executive team, allowing a maximum of 2 million B-shares. The total share count is 3.33 billion, with 568.99 million votes available.

Ericsson's Executive Team and Board reaffirm their commitment to the company's strategy amid shareholder concerns. At the 2022 Annual General Meeting, a significant portion of shareholders opposed discharging the Board from liability for the financial year 2021. CEO Börje Ekholm acknowledged these concerns and committed to leading the company in its transformation and global 5G technology advancements. The Board supports Ekholm's leadership, emphasizing progress in ethics and compliance during his five-year tenure.

On March 25, 2022, Ericsson filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ending December 31, 2021, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The report can be accessed through the company's website, and shareholders may request a hard copy. The filing is part of Ericsson's commitment to transparency and compliance with regulatory requirements. The report provides insights into Ericsson's performance, strategies, and financial health, highlighting its role in enabling service providers to maximize connectivity value.

On March 21, 2022, Ericsson's Chairman Ronnie Leten reaffirmed the company's commitment to ethical practices amid ongoing engagement with the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). Since 2017, Ericsson has made significant strides in compliance and ethics, with CEO Börje Ekholm leading these efforts. The company has appointed Scott Dresser as Chief Legal Officer to oversee a comprehensive review of its past conduct related to Iraq, collaborating with external counsel. While the company continues to address these matters, further details remain undisclosed.

Ericsson has published its Annual Report 2021, available for download and order as a printed copy. The report includes crucial documents such as the Financial Report, Corporate Governance Report, Remuneration Report, and Sustainability Report. However, following the report's finalization on March 3, 2022, Ericsson faced a legal challenge in the U.S., with a putative class action filed against the company for alleged violations of securities laws, primarily concerning misleading statements about business compliance in Iraq.

Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson will hold its Annual General Meeting on March 29, 2022, at 3 pm, conducted digitally due to COVID-19. Shareholders can vote by post or participate online. Key proposals include a dividend of SEK 2.50 per share in two installments and the election of Carolina Dybeck Happe to the Board, raising the number of members from ten to eleven. The Board also suggests increased fees for Board members and the implementation of a Long-Term Variable Compensation Program, which ties compensation to financial and ESG targets over three years.

AT&T has joined Ericsson's Startup 5G program, marking it as the first U.S. service provider in this global initiative aimed at enhancing the commercialization of 5G technology. Through the program, AT&T aims to tap into a projected $3.7 trillion business opportunity in the 5G consumer market by 2030, collaborating with over 40 global startups. This partnership seeks to foster innovation in consumer experiences leveraging AR and VR technologies. The collaboration is a continuation of AT&T and Ericsson’s ongoing history in developing 5G networks.

Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) enhances its radio access network portfolio with new products designed for 5G deployment and sustainability. Key additions include the dual-band Radio 4490, which boasts 25% lower power consumption, and the high-power version, 4490 HP, offering 50% more output power. The new radios support passive cooling, optimizing energy efficiency. Additional launches include the 64T/R Massive MIMO AIR 6428 and advanced software features that cut power usage by up to 70% during low traffic. These innovations support the acceleration of 5G rollouts globally.