Ericsson AGM OKs SEK 3 Dividend and 7.4M Share Incentive Program
Ericsson's AGM approved a SEK 3.00 per-share dividend paid as SEK 1.50 on April 9 and SEK 1.50 on October 2, 2026. Shareholders also backed long-term incentive plans authorizing up to 7.4 million B-shares (0.22% of share capital) for 2026 and amendments covering 10.9 million shares under LTV 2025.
1. AGM Financial Resolutions
At its meeting on March 31 Ericsson adopted the Income Statement and Balance Sheet for 2025 and approved a SEK 3.00 per-share dividend to be paid in two installments of SEK 1.50 on April 9 and October 2, 2026. Shareholders discharged board members from liability and approved the 2025 remuneration report.
2. Board Elections and Fee Structure
Shareholders re-elected Jan Carlson as Chair and confirmed all incumbent board members plus three union-appointed employee representatives. The AGM set annual fees at SEK 5.2 million for the Chair and SEK 1.4 million for each other non-employee member, with additional committee fees ranging from SEK 200,000 to SEK 600,000 and meeting fees in EUR and USD based on residence.
3. Long-Term Incentive Programs
The AGM approved LTV 2026, authorizing up to 7.4 million B-shares (0.22% of total share capital) for performance share awards with a three-year vesting period and granted the board authority to sell vested shares to cover tax obligations. It also amended LTV 2025 terms to align with the planned IFRS 18 implementation and allowed issuance of up to 10.9 million shares.