Clas Ohlson AB (publ)
Clas Ohlson AB (publ), a retail company, sells building, electrical, multimedia, home, and leisure products in Sweden, Norway, Finland, and internationally. It also provides mobile phones; electronics spare parts and accessories; and batteries. In addition, the company provides trade services within carpentry, electrical work, and plumbing, as well as services in gardening, cleaning, etc. It sell… Read more
Clas Ohlson AB (publ) (CLAS-B) - Net Assets
Latest net assets as of October 2025: Skr2.50 Billion SEK
Based on the latest financial reports, Clas Ohlson AB (publ) (CLAS-B) has net assets worth Skr2.50 Billion SEK as of October 2025.
Net assets (also known as shareholders' equity or book value) represent the difference between a company's total assets (Skr7.07 Billion) and total liabilities (Skr4.58 Billion). This figure indicates the residual interest in the assets after deducting liabilities, essentially showing what would remain for shareholders if all assets were liquidated and all debts paid off.
Key Net Assets Metrics
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Net Assets | Skr2.50 Billion |
| % of Total Assets | 35.3% |
| Annual Growth Rate | 5.52% |
| 5-Year Change | 9.33% |
| 10-Year Change | 12.23% |
| Growth Volatility | 14.45 |
Clas Ohlson AB (publ) - Net Assets Trend (2003–2025)
This chart illustrates how Clas Ohlson AB (publ)'s net assets have evolved over time, based on quarterly financial data. Explore and compare other companies by net assets.
Annual Net Assets for Clas Ohlson AB (publ) (2003–2025)
The table below shows the annual net assets of Clas Ohlson AB (publ) from 2003 to 2025.
| Year | Net Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-30 | Skr2.40 Billion | +29.80% |
| 2024-04-30 | Skr1.85 Billion | +28.66% |
| 2023-04-30 | Skr1.44 Billion | -35.30% |
| 2022-04-30 | Skr2.22 Billion | +1.19% |
| 2021-04-30 | Skr2.20 Billion | +24.53% |
| 2020-04-30 | Skr1.76 Billion | -9.46% |
| 2019-04-30 | Skr1.95 Billion | -13.98% |
| 2018-04-30 | Skr2.26 Billion | +0.59% |
| 2017-04-30 | Skr2.25 Billion | +5.23% |
| 2016-04-30 | Skr2.14 Billion | -0.27% |
| 2015-04-30 | Skr2.14 Billion | +9.14% |
| 2014-04-30 | Skr1.96 Billion | +6.99% |
| 2013-04-30 | Skr1.84 Billion | -0.40% |
| 2012-04-30 | Skr1.84 Billion | +11.29% |
| 2011-04-30 | Skr1.66 Billion | +0.65% |
| 2010-04-30 | Skr1.65 Billion | +10.25% |
| 2009-04-30 | Skr1.49 Billion | -0.43% |
| 2008-04-30 | Skr1.50 Billion | +9.67% |
| 2007-04-30 | Skr1.37 Billion | +8.78% |
| 2006-04-30 | Skr1.26 Billion | +18.73% |
| 2005-04-30 | Skr1.06 Billion | +19.79% |
| 2004-04-30 | Skr883.70 Million | +20.10% |
| 2003-04-30 | Skr735.80 Million | -- |
Equity Component Analysis
This analysis shows how different components contribute to Clas Ohlson AB (publ)'s total equity over time. Equity components include common stock, retained earnings, additional paid-in capital, and other elements.
Equity Composition Insights
- Retained earnings have grown by 478.9% over the analyzed period, indicating profitable operations and earnings retention.
Current Equity Component Breakdown (April 2025)
| Component | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Retained Earnings | Skr2.35 Billion | 97.73% |
| Common Stock | Skr82.00 Million | 3.42% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | Skr-117.90 Million | -4.91% |
| Other Components | Skr90.40 Million | 3.77% |
| Total Equity | Skr2.40 Billion | 100.00% |
Clas Ohlson AB (publ) Competitors by Market Cap
The table below lists competitors of Clas Ohlson AB (publ) ranked by their market capitalization.
| Company | Market Cap |
|---|---|
|
Wuhan PS Information Tech
SHE:300184
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
H. Lundbeck A/S
PINK:HLBBF
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
Porto Seguro S.A
SA:PSSA3
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
HKBN Ltd
PINK:HKBNY
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
DIC Corporation
F:DPN
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
Northeast Securities Co Ltd
SHE:000686
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
EUROCOMM.PR. CERT.10EO 10
F:N4SA
|
$1.48 Billion |
|
Shandong Humon Smelting Co Ltd
SHE:002237
|
$1.48 Billion |
Equity Growth Attribution
This analysis shows how different factors contributed to changes in Clas Ohlson AB (publ)'s equity between the two most recent reporting periods.
Equity Growth Insights
- From 2024 to 2025, total equity changed from 1,849,300,000 to 2,400,300,000, a change of 551,000,000 (29.8%).
- Net income of 882,200,000 contributed positively to equity growth.
- Dividend payments of 269,500,000 reduced retained earnings.
- Other comprehensive income decreased equity by 71,000,000.
Equity Change Factors (2024 to 2025)
| Factor | Impact | Contribution |
|---|---|---|
| Net Income | Skr882.20 Million | +36.75% |
| Dividends Paid | Skr269.50 Million | -11.23% |
| Other Comprehensive Income | Skr-71.00 Million | -2.96% |
| Other Changes | Skr9.30 Million | +0.39% |
| Total Change | Skr- | 29.80% |
Book Value vs Market Value Analysis
This analysis compares Clas Ohlson AB (publ)'s book value (net assets) with its market value over time. The relationship between these values can provide insights into investor sentiment and company valuation.
Valuation Insights
- Current price-to-book ratio: 10.53x
- The company is trading at a significant premium to its book value, suggesting the market values its earnings potential, brand, or other intangibles highly.
- The price-to-book ratio has decreased from 35.32x to 10.53x over the analyzed period, indicating reduced market premium.
Historical Price-to-Book Ratios
| Date | Book Value per Share | Market Price | P/B Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003-04-30 | Skr11.22 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2004-04-30 | Skr13.47 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2005-04-30 | Skr16.14 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2006-04-30 | Skr19.16 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2007-04-30 | Skr20.84 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2008-04-30 | Skr22.86 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2009-04-30 | Skr22.94 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2010-04-30 | Skr25.56 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2011-04-30 | Skr25.93 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2012-04-30 | Skr28.95 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2013-04-30 | Skr28.97 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2014-04-30 | Skr31.09 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2015-04-30 | Skr33.82 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2016-04-30 | Skr33.68 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2017-04-30 | Skr35.58 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2018-04-30 | Skr35.76 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2019-04-30 | Skr30.69 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2020-04-30 | Skr27.75 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2021-04-30 | Skr34.56 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2022-04-30 | Skr35.07 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2023-04-30 | Skr22.69 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2024-04-30 | Skr29.14 | Skr396.20 | x |
| 2025-04-30 | Skr37.62 | Skr396.20 | x |
Capital Efficiency Dashboard
This dashboard shows how efficiently Clas Ohlson AB (publ) utilizes its equity to generate returns, including Return on Equity (ROE) and its components based on the DuPont analysis framework.
Capital Efficiency Insights
- Current Return on Equity (ROE): 36.75%
- The company demonstrates strong efficiency in generating profits from shareholder equity.
- DuPont Analysis Breakdown:
- • Net Profit Margin: 7.59%
- • Asset Turnover: 1.79x
- • Equity Multiplier: 2.70x
- Recent ROE (36.75%) is above the historical average (23.01%), indicating improving capital efficiency.
Historical Capital Efficiency Metrics
| Year | Return on Equity | Net Profit Margin | Asset Turnover | Equity Multiplier | Economic Value Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 32.45% | 11.21% | 2.00x | 1.45x | Skr165.22 Million |
| 2004 | 29.52% | 10.40% | 1.91x | 1.49x | Skr172.53 Million |
| 2005 | 28.84% | 10.33% | 1.85x | 1.51x | Skr199.44 Million |
| 2006 | 28.01% | 9.87% | 2.00x | 1.42x | Skr226.41 Million |
| 2007 | 28.22% | 9.41% | 2.12x | 1.42x | Skr249.07 Million |
| 2008 | 28.13% | 9.05% | 2.13x | 1.46x | Skr271.85 Million |
| 2009 | 24.48% | 7.41% | 1.92x | 1.72x | Skr216.19 Million |
| 2010 | 26.29% | 7.79% | 1.95x | 1.73x | Skr268.19 Million |
| 2011 | 21.99% | 6.25% | 1.81x | 1.94x | Skr198.72 Million |
| 2012 | 21.72% | 6.40% | 2.05x | 1.66x | Skr216.12 Million |
| 2013 | 18.05% | 5.09% | 2.10x | 1.69x | Skr147.85 Million |
| 2014 | 20.63% | 5.96% | 2.02x | 1.71x | Skr208.91 Million |
| 2015 | 21.40% | 6.26% | 1.96x | 1.74x | Skr244.45 Million |
| 2016 | 17.71% | 4.98% | 1.94x | 1.83x | Skr164.92 Million |
| 2017 | 21.27% | 5.99% | 2.05x | 1.73x | Skr253.63 Million |
| 2018 | 15.80% | 4.36% | 1.96x | 1.86x | Skr131.41 Million |
| 2019 | 3.69% | 0.82% | 2.21x | 2.05x | Skr-122.47 Million |
| 2020 | 21.40% | 4.29% | 1.51x | 3.29x | Skr200.22 Million |
| 2021 | 19.24% | 5.09% | 1.35x | 2.80x | Skr202.34 Million |
| 2022 | 23.52% | 5.95% | 1.48x | 2.68x | Skr300.34 Million |
| 2023 | 12.57% | 2.00% | 1.77x | 3.56x | Skr36.87 Million |
| 2024 | 27.50% | 4.97% | 1.75x | 3.16x | Skr323.67 Million |
| 2025 | 36.75% | 7.59% | 1.79x | 2.70x | Skr642.17 Million |
Industry Comparison
This section compares Clas Ohlson AB (publ)'s net assets metrics with peer companies in the Specialty Retail industry.
Industry Context
- Industry: Specialty Retail
- Average net assets among peers: $1,368,923,000
- Average return on equity (ROE) among peers: 10.38%
Peer Company Comparison
| Company | Net Assets | Return on Equity | Debt-to-Equity | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clas Ohlson AB (publ) (CLAS-B) | Skr2.50 Billion | 32.45% | 1.83x | $1.48 Billion |
| Bokusgruppen AB (BOKUS) | $460.70 Million | 9.93% | 1.99x | $14.68 Million |
| Elon AB (publ) (ELON) | $211.87 Million | 10.62% | 1.89x | $8.06 Million |
| New Wave Group AB (publ) (NEWA-B) | $3.43 Billion | 10.58% | 1.06x | $707.86 Million |