The e-commerce company Boozt raises its forecast for full-year 2026 after a strong third quarter. This is stated in a press release.
The initial performance for autumn/winter trading in 2026 has been strong, with momentum from the first half accelerating further into the third quarter. Favorable weather conditions in September may have brought forward autumn/winter sales compared with the previous year, the company assesses.
Based on preliminary results, growth in the third quarter is expected to amount to 16-17 percent in SEK and 16 percent in local currency. All categories and all major markets delivered double-digit growth during the quarter. The adjusted operating margin for the third quarter is expected to amount to approximately 5.5 percent, compared with 4.0 percent in the same quarter last year.
The third-quarter report will be published on November 3.
Boozt raises its financial forecast for full-year 2026. Net sales growth is now expected to amount to 9-12 percent in local currency, compared with 7-11 percent previously. The forecast for adjusted operating margin is raised to 6.5-7.0 percent, compared with 6.0-6.8 percent previously.