February 9th, 2012
Market outlook
Uncertainty in the global economy and shifts in exchange rates are expected to affect Vaisala's business. Based on the structure of Vaisala's customer base and the orders received, the company's market situation is expected to remain materially unchanged in 2012.
Financial guidance
Vaisala expects its net sales in 2012 to stay on the same level as in the preceding year. The operating profit is expected to improve moderately. Net sales in 2011 were EUR 273.6 million and operating profit was EUR 16.1 million.
As in the previous years, seasonal flunctuation is typical of Vaisala's business, and the first quarter is expected to be modest.
Vaisala's long-term business outlook remains unchanged.