| 2013/2014 | 2012/2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Basic EPS (SEK) | 5.50 | 4.85 |
| Diluted EPS (SEK) | 5.45 | 4.85 |
| See Note 1 for the method of calculation. | ||
| The numerators and denominators used to calculate the above EPS are derived as stated below. | ||
| 2013/2014 | 2012/2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Profit for the year attributable to the equity holders of the Parent Company, before dilution (SEKm) | 363 | 318 |
| Weighted average number of shares outstanding, before dilution | ||
| In thousands of shares | 2013/2014 | 2012/2013 |
| Total number of shares 1 April | 65,764 | 65,238 |
| Effect of treasury shares held | 239 | 156 |
| Weighted average number of shares during the year, before dilution | 66,003 | 65,394 |
The calculation of diluted EPS for 2013/2014 is based on profit attributable to Parent Company shareholders, totalling SEK 363 million (318), and a weighted average number of shares outstanding during 2013/2014 of 66,457 thousand (65,533). The two components were calculated in the following manner:
| 2013/2014 | 2012/2013 | |
|---|---|---|
| Profit for the year attributable to the equity holders of the Parent Company, after dilution (SEKm) | 363 | 318 |
| Weighted average number of shares outstanding, after dilution | ||
| In thousands of shares | 2013/2014 | 2012/2013 |
| Weighted average number of shares during the year, before dilution | 66,003 | 65,394 |
| Effect of share options issued | 454 | 139 |
| Weighted average number of shares during the year, after dilution | 66,457 | 65,533 |