• Kesko raised its 2026 comparable operating profit forecast to €690 million–€730 million from €670 million–€730 million.
• The forecast excludes the Dahl acquisition's profit impact; completion is expected on November 2, 2026.
• Third-quarter comparable operating profit rose to €231.4 million from €208.1 million, driven primarily by technical trade.
• Net sales and comparable operating profit are expected to improve across all divisions and operating countries in 2027.
• Grocery's comparable operating margin is forecast to remain clearly above 6% despite price and store network investments.

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