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Dec 31, 2021
Autoliv Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Net sales declined due to the global LVP decline and negative geographical mix effects, but profitability was solid despite headwinds from raw material costs and currency exchange rates.
Key Takeaways
Autoliv reported a challenging fourth quarter in 2021, impacted by indirect effects from COVID-19 and the global semiconductor shortage. Despite these challenges, the company's operating income and cash flow remained solid. The company expects organic sales growth of around 20% and an adjusted operating margin of around 9.5% for the full year 2022.
Significant organic sales decline as global LVP declined by 13% due to negative geographical mix effects.
Profitability declined due to lower sales and almost 3pp operating margin headwind from higher raw material costs.
Adjusted operating margin declined by 4.0pp to 8.3%.
Strong balance sheet and leverage ratio well within target range with operating cash flow of $317 million and free cash flow of $164 million.
Revenue by Geographic Location
Forward Guidance
For the full year 2022, Autoliv expects organic sales growth of around 20%, a negative FX effect of around 3% on net sales, an adjusted operating margin of around 9.5%, and operating cash flow of around $950 million.
Positive Outlook
- Organic sales growth around 20%
- Positive regional mix
- High number of product launches
- Strict cost control in 2022
- Customer recoveries to offset some raw material costs
Challenges Ahead
- FX impact on net sales around 3% negative
- Rising raw material costs
- Semiconductor supply shortage
- Uncertainty in automotive markets
- Challenging first half of the year
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