A press release is an official announcement that companies send to the media to communicate news and information to the public. For companies listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm, press releases are a critical part of investor communication and must comply with strict regulations for market-relevant information. Professional translation into English is crucial for reaching international investors and media, whilst a Swedish version should be published simultaneously.
When do companies publish press releases?
Listed companies release press releases for the publication of quarterly reports and annual reports, strategic changes such as acquisitions, mergers or restructuring, management changes, product launches or major deals, as well as other events that might affect the share price. All press releases must be distributed via approved news distribution systems such as Cision or GlobeNewswire to reach the financial media and investors simultaneously.
Translation for international stakeholders
For companies with international investors or customers, an English version of press releases is always required. Under the Market Abuse Regulations, information that might affect the market must be published in a non-discriminatory manner, which means simultaneous publication in Swedish and English. This requires fast, professional translation, often within just a few hours, by a translator who has strong industry knowledge and a confident communication style. A language consultancy with extensive experience works with ISO-certified system support and offers copywriters who adapt messaging for the target audience, express translation within 2-4 hours when needed, the four-eyes principle for quality assurance and industry expertise to ensure the use of correct terminology in finance, technology and other areas. Fluid Translation has over 20 years’ experience translating business-critical information into English and Swedish. Read more about some of our clients and projects.