STOCKHOLM, Sweden, Jan. 26, 2005 (PRIMEZONE) -- Orc Software AB:
-- Revenue for 2004 decreased by 1 percent and amounted to SEK 247 (249)
million.
-- Operating income for 2004 decreased by 61 percent to SEK 29 (74)
million, giving an operating margin of 11.9 (29.9) percent. Income
after taxes amounted to SEK 23 (56) million.
-- Revenue for October-December 2004 amounted to SEK 62 (62) million
with an operating income of SEK 0.8 (16) million, giving an
operating margin of 1.3 (24.9) percent. Income after taxes amounted
to SEK 0.5 (12) million.
-- Increased new sales during the fourth quarter, including Orc
Liquidator.
-- Earnings per share amounted to SEK 1.60 (3.78).
-- The Board of Directors recommends a dividend of SEK 1.50 (3.40)
per share for 2004.
For further information please contact: Jonas Lindstrom, CEO, tel: +46 8 407 38 00 Lars Johansson, EVP and COO, tel: +46 8 407 38 24 Susanne Holmlund, Investor Relations, tel: +46 8 407 38 50 www.orcsoftware.com
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