ERIC · Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (publ)

This 6-K discloses Ericsson’s execution of a previously approved shareholder mandate to transfer Series B shares for tax withholding purposes — a routine administrative action tied to long-term incentive compensation. The transfer is not a share repurchase, buyback, or capital return initiative, nor does it reflect financial performance or strategic change. It arises solely from the mechanics of the LTV I and II 2023 performance share programs, where vesting triggers tax obligations payable by the company on behalf of participants. The authorized volume (1.878 million shares) is modest relative to Ericsson’s total Series B holdings (47.1 million), representing less than 4% of that position and approximately 0.3% of Ericsson’s total outstanding shares (based on publicly reported 2025 share count). While such transfers may result in minor near-term dilution pressure or trading activity, the filing contains no indication of impact on earnings, cash flow, or capital allocation strategy. Investors should note this is a procedural, non-discretionary use of an existing mandate — not a new policy decision or signal of financial stress or confidence.