Autoliv, Inc., the global leader in automotive safety systems, has announced the retirement of 510,361 shares of common stock that were repurchased during the quarter. This move has led to a decrease in the total number of issued shares, now standing at 79,404,229, with 76,807,215 shares outstanding. Each outstanding share retains its entitlement to one vote, underscoring the company's commitment to maintaining a transparent and equitable shareholder structure.

The retirement of these shares has also adjusted Autoliv's treasury stock holdings to 2,597,014 shares. Under Delaware law, these treasury shares do not carry voting rights or rights to participate in distributions. This strategic financial management reflects Autoliv's ongoing efforts to optimize its capital structure and enhance shareholder value, in line with its broader corporate objectives.

This disclosure by Autoliv is in compliance with the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act, highlighting the company's adherence to regulatory requirements and its dedication to transparency. The information was made public on June 30, 2025, at 08:00 CET, through the designated contact persons, ensuring timely and accurate communication to the market and its stakeholders.

Autoliv's role as a pioneer in automotive safety systems is well-documented, with its products saving approximately 37,000 lives and reducing around 600,000 injuries in 2024 alone. With operations in 25 countries and a workforce of 65,000 employees, the company continues to drive innovation in mobility safety solutions. The retirement of repurchased shares is a testament to Autoliv's strategic financial planning and its unwavering focus on delivering value to its shareholders while advancing its mission of Saving More Lives.

A Swedish court has convicted six individuals for their involvement in the murder of a 41-year-old gang leader in the Berga district of Linköping during the summer of 2024. The Linköping District Court delivered verdicts in the case, which involved eight defendants originally charged with participation in the killing. The court established that the murder was carried out according to a criminal plan orchestrated by members of an organized crime network based in the Berga area.

The victim was fatally shot in a public space near Berga Church in Linköping on August 13, 2024. Multiple gunshots struck the man in his back and head during the daylight incident, which occurred near residential buildings and a playground. Several members of the public witnessed the shooting, adding to the evidence presented during the trial.

Court proceedings revealed that a 14-year-old boy fired the fatal shots that killed the gang leader. The teenager, who has admitted to the killing, was not prosecuted due to being below the age of criminal responsibility under Swedish law. Instead, prosecutors focused on the eight older individuals allegedly involved in planning and facilitating the murder, all of whom had denied the charges against them.

Evidence presented by prosecutors included extensive documentation of movement patterns through surveillance footage, GPS data from electric scooters, and mobile phone analysis. The court determined the victim had been lured to the crime scene under the pretense of a drug transaction, with communication occurring through a special Snapchat account and a dedicated mobile phone later found buried in nearby woods. Six of the eight defendants were found guilty, with two receiving life sentences for murder while others were convicted of aiding the killing.