Highlights of the first quarter of 2017 Net sales amounted to SEK 28,883m (28,114). Organic sales declined by 3%, while currency translation had a positive impact of 6% on net sales. Operating income increased to SEK 1,536m (1,268), corresponding to a margin of 5.3% (4.5). Improved results across all business areas. Continued good profitability for Major Appliances EMEA, Major Appliances North America, Major Appliances Asia/Pacific and Professional Products. Operating income for Major Appliances Latin America and Home Care & SDA recovered. Income for the period increased to SEK 1,083m (875), and earnings per share was SEK 3.77 (3.04).