Corporate News: EQT AB and Market Performance Overview
EQT AB (ticker EQT.ST) ended the trading day at 01:31 PM Central Europe on Wednesday 21 March with a 0.51 % increase. The share price was approximately SEK 293.50.
Key market metrics
- Current supply: 1.20 billion shares.
- Market capitalization: SEK 345.5 billion.
- Volume (last 24 h): SEK 533.5 million worth of shares traded.
- 24‑hour change: –2.17 % since the close of the previous month.
- 200‑day simple moving average: SEK 305.87.
- 52‑week high: SEK 383.00 (22 January 2026).
- 52‑week low: SEK 259.00 (23 June 2026).
Strategic Acquisition Talks
EQT AB is reportedly in advanced negotiations to acquire diagnostics specialist Qiagen. The proposed transaction, valued at more than nine billion euros, includes a binding offer of over USD 50 per share. Qiagen’s board is expected to review the proposal within the week. Competing offers have been submitted by private‑equity firms such as KKR. The announcement has triggered a measurable rise in Qiagen’s share price on U.S. exchanges. If completed, the acquisition would significantly broaden EQT’s presence in the molecular diagnostics market.
Related Stock Activity (Last 24 Hours)
| Ticker | Current Price | % Change | Market Cap (SEK bn) | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| INDU‑C.ST | 510.00 | –0.78 % | 221.3 | 3.49 |
| ASSA‑B.ST | 355.40 | –0.67 % | 390.1 | 23.78 |
| ALFA.ST | 559.20 | –2.34 % | 229.9 | 28.04 |
| HM‑B.ST | 173.10 | +0.90 % | 274.9 | 20.85 |
| ESSITY‑A.ST | 277.00 | +0.18 % | 185.8 | 15.56 |
Alfa Laval update Handelsbanken maintains a positive outlook on Alfa Laval, keeping a target price of SEK 650. The bank cites strong demand in the energy sector, an expected near‑20 % earnings increase in 2027, and favorable currency movements. Adjusted EBITDA projections for 2027–2028 have been raised by about 3 %. Despite a 22 % share‑price rise this year, the bank sees further upside, noting that the current premium of roughly 20 % over historical valuation is justified by an improving growth profile.
About EQT AB
EQT AB is a global investment firm with operations in equity, ventures, infrastructure, and real‑estate assets. The company invests across multiple sectors worldwide.
