Mixed Q3 Results: Scania Sees Profit Decline While Sweco Exceeds Expectations

In the third quarter of 2025, two major Swedish companies reported contrasting financial outcomes reflecting diverse industry dynamics. Scania, the Södertälje-based commercial vehicle manufacturer, experienced a decline in profit due to lower deliveries, strategic investments, and unfavorable currency and market mix effects. Costs related to building an industrial hub in China also weighed on Scania's results, contributing to the downturn as highlighted by Swedish newspaper Svenska Dagbladet. Meanwhile, Sweco, a leading technical consulting company, announced an unexpectedly strong profitability lift surpassing analyst forecasts for the quarter. This positive outcome signals resilience and efficiency in Sweco’s operations during a challenging economic period. CEO Åsa Bergman is scheduled to provide further insights in an upcoming interview with Di TV. Together, these results paint a picture of variation in Swedish industrial and consulting sectors' financial health as they navigate investments, market challenges, and growth opportunities in Q3 2025.