The CEO’s view is likely based on this: According to the CEO, American investors have remained significantly more confident than Europeans.
“If we consider our shareholder base, the Americans have remained very confident.”
According to Toijala, this is also evident in investor meetings and interest toward the company.
“If you look at meeting requests, investors in the United States—including new ones—have been very active.”
In Europe, however, the mood is more cautious. According to Toijala, the market lacks a certain general positive momentum.
“Perhaps one would hope for more of that kind of positivity and courage in these European markets.”
And then a summarizing comment from Toijala: “In principle, we didn’t just buy a company now, but long-term strategic growth.”
I don’t dare to quote any more.