Target
The target is that the net debt-equity ratio shall lie between 0.8 and 1.2 times, in other words, that the capital borrowed by the company will correspond to 0.8–1.2 times the group’s recorded equity. The target is set in order to optimise the balance between the return on investment and the risk.
Description
The Group’s capital will be used to maintain a high degree of flexibility
and to finance acquisitions. Any surplus capital will be transferred
to Lindab’s shareholders. Lying within an interval allows room for
manoeuvre.
Target fulfilment
At the end of 2009, the net debt/equity ratio was 0.8 times, which is
the same level as in 2008. During 2009, a dividend of SEK 206 million
was paid.