(SKA-B) Skanska (publ) - Ratings and Ratios

Skanska AB (publ) is a leading global construction and project development company with operations in the Nordics, Europe, and the United States. Established in 1887 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, the company has evolved from its origins as Skånska Cementgjuteriet to become a diversified player in the construction and real estate sectors. Skanska operates through four core business segments: Construction, Residential Development, Commercial Property Development, and Investment Properties.

The Construction segment specializes in building large-scale infrastructure, including social infrastructure like hospitals, schools, and healthcare facilities; transportation systems such as railways, subways, and airports; and advanced facilities for data centers, tech manufacturing, and energy projects. This segment also handles residential multifamily construction and commercial buildings. The Residential Development segment focuses on developing single and multi-family homes, addressing housing demand in key markets.

The Commercial Property Development segment is responsible for initiating, developing, and managing office spaces, life-science facilities, logistics warehouses, and residential rental properties. This segment emphasizes long-term value creation through strategic leasing and divestment. The Investment Properties segment focuses on acquiring, managing, and optimizing office properties, ensuring stable cash flow and portfolio growth.

With a market capitalization of 85,287.09M SEK, Skanska AB (publ) is a significant player in the construction and real estate industry. Its current P/E ratio of 15.46 and P/B ratio of 1.31 reflect its valuation relative to earnings and book value. The company’s return on equity (RoE) of 8.89% indicates moderate profitability. Skanska’s stock (Ticker: SKA-B) is listed on the Stockholm Stock Exchange (ST) and falls under the GICS Sub Industry category of Research & Consulting Services.

From a technical perspective, SKA-B’s average 20-day volume is 761,515 shares, with a last price of 208.50 SEK. The stock’s 20-day SMA is 210.58, while the 50-day and 200-day SMAs are 228.57 and 213.68, respectively. The Average True Range (ATR) of 7.31 suggests moderate volatility. Fundamental analysis highlights a price-to-sales (P/S) ratio of 0.48, indicating undervaluation relative to revenue.

Over the next three months, SKA-B is expected to experience sideways trading with potential upside driven by its strong fundamentals and ongoing infrastructure projects. The stock’s 20-day SMA (210.58) and 50-day SMA (228.57) suggest a near-term resistance level at 228 SEK. Support is likely at the 200-day SMA of 213.68. With an ATR of 7.31, price fluctuations are expected to remain within a 14-16 SEK range. The company’s focus on sustainable construction and growing demand for infrastructure projects position it for long-term growth, supported by a solid balance sheet and operational efficiency.