Göran Westerbergs inlägg

Välkomna till Svensk Handels styrelse! Säger vi till: Rickard Lyko, Lyko Sverige AB, Simone Margulies, Axfood AB, Emma Pålsson, Bygghemma Sverige AB, och Göran Westerberg, Rusta AB. Tillsammans ser vi fram emot att fortsätta vårt arbete med att stärka handeln, påverka relevant lagstiftning och skapa optimala förutsättningar för våra medlemmar. Vår styrelse är kärnan i organisationen och engagemanget och ledarskapet från styrelsen är grundläggande för att vi ska kunna uppnå våra mål och visioner. Sedan innan består styrelsen av: Anders Svensson, ordförande, Björn Lindblad, Mio AB, vice ordförande, Thomas Axelsson, Ha-Ges Radio TV AB, Ann Carlsson Meyer, Systembolaget AB, Liv Forhaug, Martin & Servera AB, Cecilia Fritzson Gårdnäs, IKEA Svenska Försäljnings AB, Nina Jönsson, vd, ICA Gruppen AB, Monika Magnusson, Apotek Hjärtat AB, Charlotte Nordén, Cellbes AB, Elisabeth Peregi, Kappahl AB, Marie Nygren, Coop Sverige AB, Elisabeth Tedestål, Vellingeblomman AB, Kristofer Tonström, Clas Ohlson AB och Magnus Wassén, Wassén Livs AB. Därutöver är Sofia Larsen, vd Svensk Handel, ledamot i styrelsen.

🌍 Let’s go #RustaSustainabilityWeek 🌍   At Rusta we are determined to distinguish ourselves from the competition and lead the shift towards a more sustainable low-price retail sector. An important part of fulfilling our vision “Make Rusta the leading and most trusted low-price retailer in Europe”, is to integrate sustainability in all parts of our business.   We are therefore very excited and proud to dedicate this whole week to engaging sustainability activities to raise awareness and inspire all coworkers. ♻   A special thanks to our external guest speakers for contributing to an interesting agenda 💛 Susanna Domeij Läkare Utan Gränser / Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), Göran Erselius 2050, Kaj Török MAX Burgers, Susanna Lind Ragn-Sells, ALFREDSSON TRANSPORT AB, Francesca Vilches Therése Kjell Djurens Rätt   #Rusta #RustaSustainabilityWeek #Commitment #BetterFutureForAll #EveryCoworkerEveryDay

Today we opens up Sala our 111th store in Sweden and 209th in Rusta total. We wish Hampus and his team welcome in to Rusta and good luck! More stores to come soon, we promise👍😄

Q3: Successful Christmas sales resulted in increased profitability and strong cash flow   Today, Rusta published the interim report for the third quarter 2023/2024, demonstrating strong sales growth and profitability.   Highlights for the third quarter 2023/2024 Net sales increased by 7.0% (8.8%) and amounted to MSEK 3,247 (3,036) LFL growth increased by 2.5% (3.7%) EBITA amounted to 369 MSEK (294) and the EBITA-margin was 11.4% (9.7%) Cash flow for the quarter amounted to MSEK 321 (-13) Three new stores opened during the quarter Club Rusta reached 5.5 million members, an increase of almost 15% compared to the third quarter last year On January 20, Rusta was affected by an IT incident at the hosting provider Tietoevry   "During the important third quarter of the financial year, sales increased in all segments and Rusta also strengthened gross margin, profit, as well as cash flow. We have completed a successful Christmas season where sales started early, and therefore the need for sell-out was lower compared to last year. Despite the quarter ending with a serious IT incident, Rusta had a strong quarter, particularly within the segment Other markets, which has taken another significant step towards profitability during the current financial year."   Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/gVb-d8Du

Rusta redovisar ökad omsättning och förbättrat resultat för bolagets tredje kvartal. ”Behovet av reor var lägre än föregående år”, säger vd Göran Westerberg.

Q2: Growth and increased profitability on all markets   Today, Rusta published the interim report for the second quarter 2023/2024, demonstrating growth and increased profitability on all markets.   Highlights for the second quarter 2023/2024 - Net sales increased by 14.4% (10.4%) and amounted to MSEK 2,642 (2,309) - LFL growth increased by 10.8% (5.7%) - EBITA amounted to 141 MSEK (66) and the EBITA-margin was 5.3% (2.9%) - Three new stores opened during the quarter - Club Rusta reached 5.3 million members, an increase of almost 16% compared to the second quarter last year - The Rusta shares commenced trading on Nasdaq Stockholm on October 19   “Rusta strengthens its position as a leader in the Nordic low-price market. The growth accelerates in the quarter and is the result of a clear low-price position on a wide range of items that customers prioritize,” says CEO of Rusta, Göran Westerberg.   Read the full report here: https://lnkd.in/duS6ffjC