FOREX Goes Live with Diebold Nixdorf's Branch Automation Solutions for End-to-End ATM Management
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Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD) announced on April 2, 2026 that FOREX has gone live with its Branch Automation Solutions to manage FOREX's end-to-end ATM network.
FOREX serves over 5 million customers via >80 branches and ~90 ATMs across Sweden, Norway, Finland and Denmark. The deployment uses SMART Managed Services and the Vynamic software portfolio to provide 24/7 availability, security, AI-driven uptime optimization, and centralized ATM operations.
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News Market Reaction – DBD
On the day this news was published, DBD declined 0.44%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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DBD was up 2.94% while peers showed mixed moves: SPNS and ALIT were slightly negative, DV gained 3.06%, and NCR Atleos and ALKT were near flat. This suggests the FOREX automation win was more company-specific than sector-driven.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10 | ATM expansion deal | Positive | +0.0% | JN Bank expanded self-service network using DN Series recyclers in Jamaica. |
| Mar 05 | Industry awards | Positive | -1.8% | Won three Global Banking & Finance Awards for payments and ATM services. |
| Mar 03 | Leadership appointment | Positive | -1.8% | Appointed chief product and technology officer to unify product and R&D. |
| Feb 12 | Earnings and outlook | Positive | +4.5% | Reported FY 2025 growth, higher free cash flow, and new buyback program. |
| Jan 29 | Market research study | Positive | -0.1% | Released IDC-backed study on self-service adoption in Australian retail. |
Operational and commercial wins often saw modest or mixed price responses, while the recent earnings beat with improved cash flow and buybacks drew the strongest positive move.
Over the past few months, Diebold Nixdorf has combined solid financial execution with a series of commercial and strategic updates. On Feb 12, 2026, it reported 2025 results with higher order entry, revenue growth, and more than doubled free cash flow and adjusted EPS, alongside significant share repurchases. Other releases highlighted international ATM and self-service expansion, industry awards, and leadership changes. Today’s FOREX deal fits this pattern of leveraging software-enabled ATM and branch solutions to deepen global banking relationships.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement underscores Diebold Nixdorf’s role as a software-enabled ATM and branch services partner, as FOREX adopts its Branch Automation Solutions and SMART Managed Services across more than 80 branches and nearly 90 ATMs. In recent months, the company reported improved 2025 financials and other international wins, suggesting a broader strategy around managed services and Vynamic software. Investors may watch for additional contracts, renewal activity, and how these deployments support previously stated growth and cash flow goals.
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The solution gives financial institutions a single trusted partner to run their entire ATM channel — securely, efficiently and at optimized cost.
FOREX serves over five million unique customers each year through more than 80 branches and nearly 90 ATMs across
FOREX is implementing Diebold Nixdorf's new SMART Managed Services, part of the Branch Automation Solutions platform. SMART Managed Services covers everything from security and compliance to uptime optimization powered by artificial intelligence, including high-availability transaction processing and routing. The solution is powered by Diebold Nixdorf's Vynamic® Software portfolio, including Vynamic Connection Points, Vynamic Security and Vynamic Acquiring, utilizing shared core technology that provides a unified, scalable ecosystem designed for continuous innovation alongside customer requirements.
Anne-Charlotte Bergström, manager of Strategic Relationships and ATMs at FOREX, said: "Our DN Series® ATMs operate in train stations, shopping centers, airports and other central locations in four countries, so reliability is critical. With SMART Managed Services, we can ensure 24/7 availability, improve efficiency and deliver the seamless experience our customers expect. Diebold Nixdorf's expertise and continuous investments in innovation and its people give us confidence in the future of our ATM channel."
Helena Müller, senior vice president, Banking Europe, at Diebold Nixdorf, said: "Managing an ATM network today requires financial institutions to balance security, availability and cost, all while delivering a seamless consumer experience. SMART Managed Services advances that mission by providing a single point of accountability and a transparent, predictable cost model. This approach helps our customers control operating expenses and the cost to serve, enabling organizations like FOREX to focus more on deepening customer relationships."
About FOREX
For over 60 years, FOREX has been the Nordic market leader in travel currency, with more than 80 branches, a corresponding number of currency ATMs, and online currency services. In addition to travel currency, FOREX also offers international money transfers.
www.forex.se/eng
About Diebold Nixdorf
Diebold Nixdorf, Incorporated (NYSE: DBD) automates, digitizes and transforms the way people bank and shop. As a leading global technology and services partner to many of the world's top financial institutions and retailers, our integrated solutions connect digital and physical channels for consumers conveniently, securely and efficiently. The company has a presence in more than 100 countries with approximately 20,000 employees worldwide. Visit www.DieboldNixdorf.com for more information.
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