Metso's Q4 and full-year 2017 results indicate a 2% increase in orders received and a 5% growth in sales compared to the previous year. The company faced challenges in its minerals segment, with declining mining orders and profitability, while its flow control segment showed strong performance with a 15% increase in orders. Despite these achievements, profit for the period decreased by 52%, and the proposed dividend is €1.05 per share.