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Nokia Faces Q1 Losses and Tariff Concerns as Shares Drop 9%

The telecom giant reports a $68.2 million net loss and warns of a €20–30 million Q2 profit hit from U.S. tariffs while exploring U.S. manufacturing expansion.

A view shows Nokia headquarters in Espoo, Finland, October 19, 2023. JUSSI NUKARI/Lehtikuva/via REUTERS/File photo
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Overview

  • Nokia reported a 3% decline in Q1 revenue and a $68.2 million net loss, down from $498 million a year earlier.
  • Comparable operating profit plunged 74% to $177 million, driven by weaker sales and a $136 million project settlement.
  • CEO Justin Hotard forecasts a €20–30 million Q2 profit impact from U.S. tariffs and has not ruled out expanding U.S. manufacturing to mitigate trade risks.
  • Despite weak Q1 results, Nokia maintains its 2025 profit outlook of $2.2–2.7 billion, though achieving the high end is described as challenging.
  • Nokia shares fell over 9% in early trading as investors reacted to the tariff warning and disappointing earnings.