Nokia's stock price surges 50% on strong Q4 earnings and increased full-year profitability

From Nasdaq: 2025-02-25 02:40:02

Nokia stock (NYSE: NOK) has surged by 52% since January 2024, outperforming the S&P 500. Strong Q4 earnings beat with €0.18 EPS (vs. €0.14 forecast) and €5.98 billion revenue. Full-year revenues down 9% due to segment-specific challenges. Nokia Technologies saw a 78% increase in sales. Full-year profitability increased by 40% in FY 2024.

Nokia anticipates FY 2025 operating profit between €1.9 billion to €2.4 billion. Expects full-year free cash flow to represent 50% to 80% of operating profit. For 2026, operating margins above 13% and free cash flow representing 55% to 85% of operating profit. Stock returns have been volatile but Trefis High Quality Portfolio has outperformed S&P 500.

Nokia stock is trading at $4.99 per share. Valuation appears reasonable at 15x consensus 2025 earnings. Ericsson trades at 17x forward earnings. Nokia may handle wireless infrastructure spending slowdown better due to fixed-line presence. Valued at $5.01 per share. Consider Nokia stock for potential growth despite historical risk-adjusted returns.



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