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The news feed for SECURITAS A B UNSP/ADR (SCTBY) tracks company announcements and investor communications from Securitas AB, a safety and security solutions partner operating in the Investigation Services industry. These updates provide insight into how Securitas manages its strategy, financing, and corporate governance, which are all relevant for investors following the ADR.
Recent news items include details on Securitas’ transformation toward technology and solutions, the integration of STANLEY Security, and the financial targets the company has set for growth, operating margin, leverage, and cash flow. Investors can also follow announcements about interim reports, investor days, and conference calls where senior management presents results and answers questions from analysts and media.
The news stream highlights Securitas’ capital markets activity, such as Eurobond issuances and new revolving credit facility and loan agreements. In these releases, the company explains that proceeds are mainly used to refinance existing debt and to support its continued strategy and investments in digitalization and artificial intelligence. Credit‑related updates, including S&P Global Ratings’ upgrade of Securitas AB to BBB with a stable outlook, also appear in the coverage.
Corporate governance developments are another key theme. For example, decisions from the Annual General Meeting—covering dividends, Board composition, auditor re‑election, remuneration guidelines, share buyback authorizations, and long‑term incentive programs—are reported in detail. By reviewing this news page regularly, users can follow how Securitas communicates its progress on transformation, financing, and shareholder matters over time.
Securitas has successfully completed its acquisition of Stanley Security for MUSD 3,200 as of July 22, 2022. This acquisition aims to enhance Securitas's position in the electronic security market worth BUSD 70, with expectations of immediate operating margin improvement and significant sales growth. The integration is set to boost Securitas's profitability, with around 50% of profit coming from high-margin technology solutions. Financing will involve a bridge facility, with plans for a SEK equivalent rights issue of MUSD 915 in September to refinance.
Securitas AB will release its Interim Report for January-June 2022 on July 28, 2022, at approximately 1.00 p.m. (CEST). The report will be disseminated through a press release by Cision and will be accessible on Securitas' website immediately after release.
Following the report, presentation slides will be available at 2.00 p.m. (CEST). A telephone conference featuring Securitas President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist and CFO Andreas Lindback is scheduled for 2.30 p.m. (CEST).
Securitas announced it has received regulatory approvals for the acquisition of Stanley Security, initially disclosed on December 8, 2021. The acquisition is set to be completed around July 22, 2022. This strategic move reflects Securitas's commitment to expanding its security services portfolio and enhancing its market position.
Securitas AB held its Annual General Meeting on May 5, 2022, in Stockholm, approving the financial statements for 2021. The AGM declared a dividend of SEK 4.40 per share, with a record date of May 9, 2022, and distribution starting on May 12, 2022. The Board of Directors will consist of eight members, with Jan Svensson re-elected as Chair. Ernst & Young AB was re-elected as auditors. The meeting also authorized the Board to manage share acquisitions, amend Articles of Association, and issue new shares up to the next AGM.
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Securitas AB will release its Interim report for January-March 2022 on May 4, 2022, at 1.00 p.m. (CET). The report will be available as a press release from Cision and on www.securitas.com. A presentation of the report will occur in a telephone conference at 2.30 p.m. (CET), featuring Securitas President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist and CFO Andreas Lindback. Analysts and media are invited to participate, with dial-in details provided.
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Securitas AB will release its Full Year Report for January-December 2021 on February 8, 2022, at 8:00 a.m. CET. The report is set to be distributed via a press release and will be accessible on Securitas' official website. Following the release, presentation slides will be available at 9:00 a.m. CET. A telephone conference hosted by Securitas' President and CEO Magnus Ahlqvist and CFO Andreas Lindback will occur at 9:30 a.m. CET, allowing analysts and media to participate and ask questions.
Securitas is acquiring Supreme Security Systems, a leading US alarm monitoring company, for approximately MUSD 20. This strategic acquisition aims to enhance Securitas' service capabilities in the northeast US and is a part of their goal to double their security solutions business by 2023. With total annual sales of MUSD 10, Supreme Security's strong recurring revenue base constitutes over 70% of its revenue. The acquisition is anticipated to improve Securitas' operating margin and is expected to be accretive to EPS starting 2022.