Autoliv Inc. (ALV) announced on Oct 17 2025 that its third‑quarter 2025 results were record‑breaking, with net sales of $2,706 million, a 5.9% year‑over‑year increase, and operating income of $267 million. The company’s adjusted operating income rose to $271 million, and the operating margin climbed to 9.9%, with an adjusted operating margin of 10.0%. Diluted earnings per share were $2.28, up 31% from the prior year, while adjusted diluted EPS reached $2.32, a 26% increase.
The earnings release highlighted strong performance in the Americas and Europe, driven by higher sales volumes and successful tariff compensation. Autoliv also reported a 4% organic sales growth, a 14% increase in gross profit, and a 46% rise in operating cash flow to $258 million. The company maintained a leverage ratio of 1.3x and repurchased $100 million of shares during the quarter while raising its dividend by 21%.
Autoliv’s management reiterated its full‑year 2025 guidance, projecting approximately 3% organic sales growth, an adjusted operating margin of 10‑10.5%, and operating cash flow of about $1.2 billion. The company emphasized continued investment in China, including a new R&D center and a strategic agreement with CATARC, and noted that tariff costs were expected to be largely recovered in the fourth quarter. These updates provide investors with a clear view of the company’s financial trajectory and strategic priorities for the remainder of the year.
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