Why invest in AF Gruppen?
AF Gruppen is a leading construction and industrial group in the Nordic region, known for our entrepreneurial spirit, execution power, and value-based corporate culture. We create value and opportunities through our project activities with an uncompromising attitude towards safety and ethics.
By investing in AF Gruppen, you can expect a competitive return over time compared to other investment alternatives. The return will be a combination of dividends and share price appreciation.
As an investor, you are a co-owner of a company characterized by the following:
Growth history
AF Gruppen has shown growth since 1985. The pursuit of profitable growth is a key value and an integral aspect of the company's culture.
Growth is fundamental for value creation. Since its stock exchange listing in 1997, AF Gruppen has achieved an average annual revenue growth rate of 13 percent.
We foster growth by recruiting and developing our employees. For structural growth, AF will identify well-managed companies where employees can remain as co-owners. Structural growth will come from areas related to the core business and new project activities.
Value based corporate culture
Our success stems from a strong corporate culture of ethics, collaboration, and commitment. Our core values guide all our actions. Understanding the culture of acquisition candidates is crucial for decision-making. Shared values give us a competitive edge and support profitable growth.
Co-ownership
When AF Gruppen was founded in 1985, one of the primary objectives was to provide employees with the opportunity to become co-owners. The intention was to enable as many coworkers as possible to partake in the value appreciation resulting from collective value creation and the development of the company. This philosophy remains in effect to this day.
Share and option programs make AF an attractive workplace by encouraging long-term employee engagement. Employees own about 10 percent of AF and hold non-controlling stakes in subsidiaries. This alignment of interests should reassure investors that management and staff are invested in the company's success.
Dividends
The AF share aims to deliver solid dividends, offering better returns over time compared to risk-free options and similar companies.
Our goal is to pay out at least 50 percent of the annual earnings per share as dividends over time. Dividend payments are made up to twice a year.
Curious and innovative
Our objective is to be the leading contractor in the Nordics known for our curiosity and innovation. The integration of digital solutions and artificial intelligence is a fundamental aspect of our project operations. Our commitment to innovation encompasses both the digitalization and industrialization of current processes, as well as strategic investments in new ventures.
We investigate innovative and modified business models while consistently evaluating startups with potential for value creation. Investment in early-stage companies should be both lucrative and enhance our position as a challenger and innovator.
Attractive workplace
Our employees are our greatest asset. Our employee satisfaction survey shows high job satisfaction and joy at work. We foster an inclusive environment with zero tolerance for discrimination. Motivated, happy employees help us deliver profitable growth through excellent services.