NIBE Industrier (NIBE) Reports Q4 Profit Down, Sales Nearly Flat; Announces Dividend Increase; Shares Rise

[The Lead] NIBE Industrier (NIBE) reported Q4 net profit down 10.2% to 29.7 million SEK, while sales remained nearly flat at 3.26 billion SEK. The company raised its dividend by 2.5% to 14.5 SEK per share, citing stable operations and strong cash flow. [Supporting Details & Context] The results reflect continued pressure from higher material and labor costs, partially offset by a 2.3% increase in unit prices. Share price reacted positively, closing up 3.8% on February 12, 2026, following the earnings release. The dividend hike reflects management's confidence in the company's financial resilience and future growth prospects.