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HusCompagniet

Interim / Quarterly Report Aug 18, 2022

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18 August 2022

Company Announcement 32/2022

Interim financial report for the period 1 January – 30 June 2022 and adjusted financial outlook for 2022

First half of 2022 was characterised by historically challenging markets with distressed supply chains and high-cost inflation. Q2 2022 margins were pressured by immediate surcharges from suppliers, while adjustments to sales prices are expected to positively impact margins in H2 2022. Demand for newbuilds have decreased and the lower sales levels are expected to continue. A reorganisation is initiated on 18 August. Outlook for 2022 is adjusted due to lower expected sales for 2022, delayed effect of sales price adjustments and special items in relation to reorganisation.

Despite severe market challenges, revenue increased by 11% year-over-year to DKK 2,266 million whilst EBITDA was DKK 175 million on par with first half of 2021. Despite challenges an efficient completion rate of deliveries was kept.

"First half of 2022 presented new market challenges in an already stressed market environment. In April 2022, immediate surcharges were imposed by our suppliers due to accelerated energy prices, in addition to a period of high-cost inflation. While Q2 2022 earning levels were pressured by these challenges, our strong margin focus and continued price adjustments are expected to positively impact margin levels in the second half of 2022." says CEO Martin Ravn-Nielsen and continues.

"The sales for newbuilds decreased significantly in 2022 and the demand is currently below precovid levels. We have adjusted the organisation accordingly, and today we regretfully initiate a collective redundancy process. HusCompagniet remains financially strong, these are historically challenging times and calls for extraordinary measures to continue being a healthy and robust business."

DKKm Q2 2022 Q2 2021 Change H1 2022 H1 2021 Change
Houses sold (units) 358 721 -50.3% 732 1,347 -45.7%
Houses delivered (units) 526 424 24.1% 1,006 818 23.0%
Order backlog, gross 3,497 3,775 -7.4% 3,497 3,775 -7.4%
Order backlog, net 2,547 2,912 -12.5% 2,547 2,912 -12.5%
Revenue 1,094 1,084 0.9% 2,266 2,041 11.0%
Gross profit 207 229 -9.6% 425 419 1.4%
EBITDA (bsi)* 76 101 -24.8% 175 175 0.0%
Special items -1 0 - -1 0 -
EBIT 64 90 -29% 151 152 -0.7%
Gross margin (bsi)* 18.9% 21.2% -2.3 ppt. 18.8% 20.6% -1.8 ppt.
EBITDA margin (bsi)* 6.9% 9.3% -2.4 ppt. 7.7% 8.6% -0.9 ppt.
EBIT margin 5.8% 8.3% -2.5 ppt. 6.7% 7.4% -0.7 ppt.
Contract assets, gross 800 807 -0.9% 800 807 -0.9%
Available cash** 262 475 -44.8% 262 475 -44.8%
Net interest-bearing debt -897 -702 27.7% -897 -702 27.7%
NIBD/LTM EBITDA (bsi)* 2.2x 1.8x 0.4x 2.2x 1.8x 0.4x
FTEs end of period 463 453 2.2% 463 453 2.2%

Selected key highlights H1 2022

*Before special items **With a RCF facility agreement of DKK 400 million

Highlights

  • H1 2022 revenue increased by 11% year-over-year to DKK 2,266 million, supported by an increase in deliveries totalling 1,006 houses, up by 188 from 818 houses in H1 2021. Q2 2022 revenue totalled DKK 1,094 million against DKK 1,084 million from Q2 2021, up 0.9% in the period.
  • Sales totalled 732 houses compared to 1,347 in H1 2021, a decrease of 45.7% against an extraordinary high market activity in H1 2021. The current sales levels reflect a hesitant market, and we are seeing lower levels than pre-covid.
  • EBITDA before special items (bsi) totalled DKK 175 million, on par with H1 2021, and corresponding to an EBITDA margin of 7.7% against 8.6% in H1 2021. Q2 2022 EBITDA margin came out at 6.9% against 9.3% in Q2 2021. Immediate surcharges from suppliers pressured the margins in the second quarter. Continuous price adjustments on sales prices are expected to positively impact margins in H2 2022.
  • Due to lower sales in H1 2022 and the expected continued lower demand, HusCompagniet has reduced number of employees in H1 2022 by a total of 41 employees. On 18 August HusCompagniet will initiate a collective redundancy process primarily in the Detached segment. Ramp-up in Sweden and the Semi-detached segment are postponed for the time being while focusing on acquiring the right competencies.
  • The reorganisations in 2022 are expected to generate an annual SG&A saving of approximately DKK 55-65 million. Also, a one-off expense of around DKK 20-25 million will impact special items for 2022, due to the redundancies made in June and on 18 August including closing of offices (production and sales).
  • On 30 June 2022 net debt was DKK 897 million while the leverage ratio (NIBD/LTM EBITDA) was 2.2x compared to 1.8x at year-end 2021. The development was primarily due to the acquisition of the Factory in Esbjerg, Denmark. Liquidity remains solid, and due to postponements and cancellations of land bank acquisitions, financial gearing is expected to be around 2.0x by end of 2022.

Outlook for 2022 adjusted

We adjust the full-year 2022 guidance issued on 28 April 2022 due to lower expected sales for 2022, delayed effect of sales price adjustments and special items in relation to reorganisation.

• Revenue is expected to be DKK 4,100 – 4,400 million (previously DKK 4,250 – 4,550 million)

• EBITDA before special items is expected to be DKK 340 – 360 million (previously DKK 370-410 million)

• Operating profit (EBIT) is expected to be DKK 265 – 290 million (previously DKK 320-360 million). EBIT guidance adjustment includes special items effect of DKK 20-25 million from reorganisation

HusCompagniet expects net debt to EBITDA before special items around 2.0x at the end of 2022 (previously below 2.25x). Several planned acquirements of new land plots are cancelled or postponed due to the current market situation.

DKKm Updated 18 August
2022
Updated
28 April 2022
Initial Outlook
6 November 2020
Revenue 4,100-4,400 4,250-4,550 4,350-4,650
EBITDA before special items 340-360 370-410 420-450
EBIT 265-290 320-360 370-400
Leverage ratio (NIBD/LTM EBITDA bsi) around 2.0x below 2.25x below 2.0x

The visibility has been reduced substantially due to the war in Ukraine and an uncertain geopolitical situation not seen in recent times. High-cost inflation, distressed supply chains, and rising interest rates are affecting the market situation. HusCompagniet are continuously adjusting sales prices to follow the market development.

Immediate surcharges were in April imposed from suppliers as high as up to 30%, due to accelerated energy prices. Continuous adjustments to sales prices are expected to positively impact margins in H2 2022.

Due to market slowdown in all segments, we adjust our assumptions for sales in 2022, and consequently deliveries are also adjusted.

Assumptions for the outlook

The 2022 guidance is based on no severe disruption of supply chains including gas supply emerging and on raw material prices not significantly exceeding current levels.

  • Current expectations for 2022 sales are between 1,100 1,400 (previously 1,700 and 2,100 houses).
  • Current expectations for 2022 deliveries are between 1,925 and 2,050 houses (previously 1,950- 2,100)
  • Revenue from the semi-detached segment is assumed to be around DKK 450-500 million (previously DKK around 500 million)
  • Share of deliveries on own land is expected to be around 10% due to the current size of the land bank. Long-term target remains at around 20%
  • Current expectations for capital expenditures are DKK 40–60 million and comprise investments in digitalisation, automation, B2B and sustainability
  • Full year cash conversion (free cash flow to EBITDA) is expected to be at least 50% despite the increased capex level
  • Special items of DKK 25 -30 million is expected, including expenses for redundancies (Previously DKK 2-5 million)
  • As announced on 1 July 2021, due to the delayed closing of the acquisition of Danhaus Production A/S, 2022 expected revenue from the factory is expected to be around DKK 50-80 million (previously around DKK 100 million) with an expected break-even EBITDA result (unchanged).

Webcast and conference call

HusCompagniet will host a conference call (in English) for investors and analysts at 10:00 (CEST) today, Wednesday 18 August 2022. The conference call and presentation will be available from HusCompagniet's investor website.

Conference call dial-in numbers for investors and analysts:

DK: +45 32 74 07 10 UK: +44 20 3481 4247 US: +1 646 307 1963 https://streams.eventcdn.net/huscompagniet/h1-2022/

For additional information, please contact:

Mads Dehlsen Winther, Group CFO

Cristina Rønde Hefting, Head of IR & Press +45 51 96 23 14

DKK'm H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 2021
Income statement
Revenue 2,266 2.041 1.094 1.084 4,315
Gross profit 425 419 207 229 875
EBITDA before special items 175 175 76 101 401
EBITDA after special items 174 175 75 101 401
Operating profit (EBIT) before special items 152 152 64 90 355
Operating profit (EBIT) 151 152 64 90 355
Financial income /expenses, net -10 -10 -5 -5 -20
Profit for the year (continued operations) 109 109 45 68 265
Profit for the year (discontinued operations) -10 0 -9 0 0
Profit for the year 99 109 36 68 265
Balance sheet
Total assets 3,639 3,652 3,639 3,652 3,578
Contract assets, net 737 678 737 678 725
Net working capital 657 528 657 528 517
Net interest-bearing debt (NIBD) 897 702 897 702 713
Equity 1,814 1.909 1,814 1.909 1.885
Cash flow
Cash flow from operating activities 7 72 13 62 258
Cash flow from investing activities -17 -7 -10 -3 -22
- Hereof from investment in property, plant and
equipment
-9 -4 -4 -2 -11
Cash flow from financing activities -29 -71 12 -69 -261
Free cash flow -10 66 3 59 237
Key figures
Revenue growth 11.0% 20.6% 0.9% 28.7% 19.9%
Gross margin 18.8% 20.6% 18.9% 21.2% 20.3%
EBITDA before special items 7.7% 8.6% 6.9% 9.3% 9.3%
EBITDA margin after special items 7.7% 8.6% 6.9% 9.3% 9.3%
Earnings Per Share (EPS Basic), DKK 6.0 5.5 2.2 3.4 13.7
Diluted earnings per share (EPS-D) (DKK) 5.9 5.5 2.2 3.4 13.7
Dividend per share, DKK - - - - 7.35
Share price end of period, DKK 63 119 63 119 118
Market value, DKK billion 1.1 2.4 1.1 2.4 2.4
ROIC 5.4% 5.6% 2.3% 3.3% 13.2%
ROIC (adjusted for goodwill) 18.9% 22.9% 7.9% 13.5% 53.4%
NIBD/LTM EBITDA before special items 2.2 1.8 2.2 1.8 1.8

Refer to the consolidated financial statements 2021 for definition of key figures

Business Update

First half of 2022 was severely affected by distressed supply chains and high-cost inflation fuelled by the war in Ukraine. Interest rates rose and consumer confidence decreased to historically low levels. Customers in all segments have been hesitant and the demand has decreased.

HusCompagniet sales amounted to 732 houses in H1 2022 down 45.7% compared to 1,347 houses in H1 2021 which was an extraordinarily high-demanded market. The sales level in H1 2022 was 14% lower than in H1 2020, which reflected a more normalised level, totalling 852 houses.

The decreased demand in May and June continued in July and overall sales in the first half of 2022 were below normalised level.

Due to the continued lower demand, redundancies were made during H1 2022, and again on 18 August 2022 a redundancy process has been initiated. Details are outlined under Contingency planning and activities.

Deliveries amounted to 1,006 houses, up 23% from 818 in H1 2021. The higher level reflected a high completion rate of 2021 sales, despite challenging markets with distressed supply chains. Focus on improving the delivery flow between quarters continues yet a challenging fourth quarter for 2022 is expected in Zealand.

Average selling price (ASP) increased in the detached segment to DKK 2.5 million reflecting this effect. Order books have shortened in Jutland and Funen while Zealand still have prolonged delivery time due to scarcity in sub-contractors. Building permit process are overall back on pre-covid levels.

HusCompagniet generated revenue of more than DKK 2.2 billion in H1 2022, up 11% from H1 2021. HusCompagniet's core market, Danish detached houses, comprised 78% of the revenue while Semi-detached and Sweden comprised 14% and 8%, respectively.

EBITDA margin before special items decreased by 0.9%-points impacted by highcost inflation.

Immediate surcharges from suppliers had an impact especially in the second quarter. Continuous price adjustments have somewhat mitigated the effects and adjustments are expected to positively impact margin levels in the second half of 2022.

HusCompagniet successfully maintained the important target of delivering 98% of our houses on time and at agreed cost backed by HusCompagniets long term relationships with sub-contractors and suppliers.

Customer satisfaction

We are pleased to see that customer ratings remain high, and we continue to have the best rating in the industry, with a satisfaction score of 4.7. out of 5.0 on Trustpilot with more than 4,500 reviews.

Contingency planning and activities

Our business model and position in the market allow us to quickly adapt to changes in the supply and demand structure and secure competitive offerings.

The market demand for Detached houses has been reduced substantially since the extraordinarily high level in H1 2021. In February 2022 a staff reduction was completed, and 28 employees were terminated. In June, staff was reduced by 13 and on 18 August a collective redundancy process was initiated. Negotiations are initiated with approximately 46 employees seen to be terminated.

Reductions are concentrated in the detached segment to meet the lower demand. Market development are being monitored closely and further actions will be taken if necessary.

Due to lower production capacity needed and geographic optimisation, the Herning office will close production and the Horsens office will close both production and sales during 2022. In addition, the current Esbjerg office will move to the newly acquired factory.

Ramp up processes in Sweden and in the Semi-detached segment have been postponed for the time being while keeping focus on acquiring relevant competences.

The reorganisations made in 2022 are expected to save approx. DKK 55 - 65 million on SG&A annually.

Severance cost for reduction of staff in June and August and closing of offices of around DKK 20-25 million in total is expected for 2022, which will impact special items.

Further initiatives include a reduction of the showhouse portfolio going forward.

Semi-detached – strategy update

In H1 2022 we sold 126 units of which 77 were B2B sales against 138 in H1 2021 of which 79 were B2B sales.

Due to the decrease in demand the sales level for 2022 is expected to be lower than the realised 387 units in 2021.

Long process time in Semi-Detached permits continued to rise in H1 2022. Despite current market challenges we are comfortable with the strategic target set of 750 sold semidetached houses annually by end of 2025.

The Semi-detached strategy will be further supported by the acquisition of a factory in Esbjerg, Denmark in April 2022, focusing on the use of more sustainable materials in Semi-detached projects. Further, a frame agreement for up to 370 units with NREP entered in Q2 2022 is expected to support sales levels.

Acquisition of factory in Esbjerg, Denmark

HusCompagniet acquired the factory in Esbjerg, Denmark on 28 April 2022 and the agreement was closed 1 July 2022. The integration process is in progress.

Automation of the Swedish factory

To ease capacity constraints and increase utilisation of the Swedish factory a production re-build including automation improvements in one of two production halls began in the July 2022 to increase capacity by up to 40%.

The upgrade is going according to plan and production in upgraded production hall will start again according to plan in September 2022.

Due to the capacity constraints and limitation of market activities, the market share in the Swedish segment was decreasing in a falling market.

Capital structure and divided

Financial leverage was 2.2x LTM EBITDA bsi on 30 June 2022, up from 1.8x on 31 December 2021. The level increase was mainly due to the acquisition of the factory in Esbjerg, Denmark.

Liquidity remains solid, and due to postponements and cancellations of land bank acquisitions, financial gearing is expected to be around 2.0x by end of 2022.

A DKK 7.35 per share dividend, totalling DKK 132 million, was paid out in April 2022 following shareholder approval at the General Meeting.

The dividend policy adopted targets an initial pay-out ratio of at least 50% of the reported profit for the year by means of dividend to at least 25% by means of dividend, supplemented by means of share buyback for around 25%.

Financial review for the first half of 2022

Revenue

HusCompagniet reported a total revenue of DKK 2,266 million in H1 2022, up 11% from DKK 2,041 million in H1 2021, in line with guidance. The increase was mainly due to an increase in the number of houses delivered totalling of 1,006 houses. Average selling price (ASP) for the Detached segment increased to DKK 2.4 million from DKK 2.2 million in H1 2021, reflecting a strong margin focus.

Gross margin

Gross margin was 18.8%, down from 20.6% in H1 2021. The development was mainly driven by high-cost inflation and immediate surcharges from suppliers affecting all segments. Semi-detached was on a lower margin compared to H1 2021, mainly due to internal transfer pricing as a substantial part of the production was completed in the detached segment. The transfer pricing effect is expected to reduce over time as the Semi-detached organisation is ramping up.

EBITDA before special items

Reported EBITDA before special items was DKK 175 million compared with DKK 175 million in H1 2021. This corresponds to an EBITDA margin before special items of 7.7% compared to a margin of 8.6% in H1 2021.

The development was mainly due to decrease in gross margin while SG&A increased slightly due to a smaller ramp-up of the organisation in Semi-Detached and Sweden. The SG&A level is expected to decrease in the second half of 2022 due to staff reductions made in February 2022.

Amortisation and depreciation

Amortisation and depreciation amounted to DKK 23 million against DKK 23 million in H1 2021. Depreciation amounted to DKK 14 million. Amortisation mainly consists of development projects including ERP system. Depreciation mainly refers to leasing contracts.

Special items

There were Special items of DKK 1 million in H1 2022 due to the acquisition of the Factory in Esbjerg, Denmark. There were no special items in H1 2021.

EBIT

Reported EBIT amounted to DKK 151 million against DKK 152 million in H1 2021, corresponding to a margin of 6.7% and 7.4% respectively. The margin level reflected a challenging market. A continued strong margin focus is expected to positively impact margin levels in the second half of 2022.

Net financials

Reported net financials was an expense of DKK 10 million compared to an expense of DKK 10 million in H1 2021.

Profit for the year before tax for continued operations

Profit for the year before tax from the continued operation was DKK 141 million in H1 2022 compared with DKK 142 million in H1 2021.

Taxation

Reported tax for H1 2022 was DKK 32 million against DKK 32 million in H1 2021.

Discontinued operations

During 2020, the Group closed its German and Swedish brick house activities finalised in September 2020. Reported loss from discontinued operations was DKK 10 million in H1 2022 due to a noncash effect of currency adjustments on loans received from group entities.

Q2-2022 Q2-2021 H1-2022 H1-2021
Sales (units) 358 721 732 1,347
Detached 279 511 557 981
Semi detached 52 56 126 138
Sweden 27 154 49 228
Deliveries (units) 526 424 1,006 818
Detached 364 348 705 675
Semi detached 93 20 165 31
Sweden 69 56 136 112
Order backlog (gross)
(DKKm)
3,497 3,775 3,497 3,775
Detached 2,525 2,867 2,525 2,867
Semi detached 658 584 658 584
Sweden 314 324 314 324
Order backlog (net) (DKKm) 2,547 2,912 2,547 2,912
Detached 1,832 2,255 1,832 2,255
Semi detached 434 378 434 378
Sweden 281 279 281 279
Share of own land* (%) 10.1% 20.1% 15.7% 15.9%
Detached (%) 8.0% 17.8% 8.2% 14.2%
Semi-detached (%) 18.3% 60.0% 47.9% 51.6%

*Only Denmark

Cash flow

Operating activities

Net cash generated from operating activities was DKK 7 million compared with DKK 72 million in H1 2021. Cash flows were supported by the higher operating profit offset by changes in working capital.

Investing activities

Net investments of DKK 17 million were generated during H1 2022, against DKK 7 million in H1 2021. Net investments mainly related to development projects and property, plant, and equipment.

Free cash flow

Free cash flow was negative DKK 10 million against DKK 66 million in H1 2021, mainly driven by operating activities. Cash conversion was negative 6%.

Financing activities

Financing activities was negative DKK 29 million, against negative DKK 71 million in H1 2021. Payment of dividend to shareholders of DKK 132 million was paid in April 2022 while DKK 60 million was paid in April 2021. Proceeds from loan in H1 2022 of net DKK 153 million included funds to pay for acquired factory in Esbjerg Denmark of DKK 75 million.

Balance sheet

Financing

Net interest-bearing debt (NIBD) totalled DKK 897 million on 30 June 2022 against DKK 713 million on 31 December 2021. The net interest-bearing debt to EBITDA ratio was 2.2x compared to 1.8x at year-end 2021. The increase was mainly due to the acquisition of the factory in Esbjerg.

Equity

The Groups equity decreased by DKK 71 million in H1 2022, to stand at DKK 1,814 million. The decrease was based dividend

payment of DKK 132 million in April 2022 and purchase of own shares of DKK 37 million in Q1 2022, partly offset from the profit for the period.

Net working capital

Net working capital totalled DKK 657 million on 30 June 2022, up from DKK 528 million on 30 June 2021. The change was mainly caused by an increase in trade and other receivables and contract liabilities. Net working capital increased from DKK 517 million. On 31 December 2021, DKK 75 million was deposited in June for the acquisition of the factory in Esbjerg, Denmark.

Inventories totalled DKK 313 million on 30 June 2022, from DKK 314 million on 30 June 2021, on 31 December 2021 inventories totalled DKK 316 million.

Contract assets

Contract assets (net) amounted to DKK 737 million compared to DKK 678 million end of H1 2021. The development reflected slightly higher building activity.

Order backlog

The order backlog (gross) on 30 June 2022 amounted to DKK 3,497 million compared to DKK 3,775 million on 30 June 2021. The Net order backlog on 30 June 2022 amounted to DKK 2,547 million against DKK 2,912 million on 31 December 2021. The decreased level backlog was due to lower sales rate in H1 2022 compared to H1 2021.

Deliveries amounted to 1,006 houses, which exceeded the H1 2021 figure of 818. In H1 2021, 15.7% of deliveries were houses built on own land. Full-year level is expected to be around 10%.

Land bank

As of 30 June 2022, HusCompagniet's land bank comprised 239 individual land plots (including show houses and project houses) valued at DKK 226 million. As of 31 December 2021, HusCompagniet's land bank comprised 271 individual land plots (including show houses and project houses) valued at DKK 215 million.

Dividend

A dividend of DKK 7.35 per share for the 2021 financial year was distributed following shareholder approval at the Annual General Meeting held on 8 April 2022.

HusCompaginet's dividend policy targets initial pay-out ratio of at least 50% of reported profit for the year by means of dividend to at least 25% by means of dividend, supplemented by means of share buyback for around 25%.

The dividend for 2021 financial year added up to a total dividend pay-out of approximately DKK 132 million, corresponding to pay-out ratio of 50% of the consolidated profit after tax.

Events after the balance sheet date

On 18 August, HusCompagniet will initiate a collective redundancy process, primarily in the Detached segment. The reorganisation, including closing of offices, is expected to generate expenses of DKK 20-25 million that will impact special items for 2022.

No other events have occurred after the balance sheet date that are expected to have a material effect on HusCompagniet's financial position.

Financial review for the second quarter of 2022

Revenue

HusCompagniet reported total revenue of DKK 1,094 million in Q2 2022 up 0.9% from DKK 1,084 million in Q2 2021. Deliveries amounted to 526 houses an increase of 24.1% from 424 houses in Q2 2021. Revenue was positively impacted by the higher level of deliveries offset by high-cost inflation in the period.

EBITDA before special items

Reported EBITDA before special items was DKK 76 million compared with DKK 101 million in Q2 2021. This corresponds to an EBITDA margin before special items of 6.9% compared to a margin of 9.3% in Q2 2021. Gross margin was 18.9% down from 21.2%. The quarter was affected by immediate surcharges imposed from suppliers.

Special items

Special items amounted to DKK 1 million in Q2 2022 related to the acquisition of the factory in Esbjerg, Denmark, compared to no Special items in Q2 2021.

Profit for the period

Profit for the period from continued operations was DKK 45 million in Q2 2022, against DKK 68 million in Q2 2021.

Cash flow

Operating activities

Net cash generated from operating activities was DKK 13 million compared with DKK 62 million in Q2 2021. Inflow from operating profit was partly offset by changes in working capital. DKK 75 million was paid for the factory in Esbjerg, Denmark in June 2022.

Investing activities

Net investments of DKK 10 million were made during Q2 2022, against DKK 3 million in Q2 2021. Free cash flow

Free cash flow was DKK 3 million, against DKK 59 million in Q2 2021. Cash conversion was 4% for the quarter.

Financing activities

Financing activities was DKK 12 million, against negative DKK 69 million in Q2 2021. The financing activities were affected by temporarily proceeds from the revolving credit facility of net DKK 153 million partly offset by dividend payment of DKK 132 million.

Segments

Detached is our largest segment comprising 78% of total revenue in H1 2022. Semidetached and Sweden comprised 14% and 8%, respectively. For H1 2021, the revenue split between the segments was 81%, 12% and 7%, respectively.

Denmark - detached

Sales was 557 in H1 2022, down 43% or 424 houses from an extraordinary high level of 981 houses in Q2 2021. Q2 2022 sales came in at 279 houses.

Deliveries increased 4% totalling 705 in H1 2022 from 675 houses in H1 2021. Production utilisation increased in the period. Q2 2022 deliveries came in at 364 houses.

Revenue amounted to DKK 1,769 million, up 7% from DKK 1,651 million from H1 2021. The increase was driven by increased deliveries. Share of own land deliveries was 8.2% down from 14.2%.

The gross margin was 18.8% (20.2% y-o-y) with EBITDA before special items at DKK 139 million, corresponding to a margin of 7.8%.

EBITDA bsi margin decreased from 8.2% in H1 2021, primarily due to immediate surcharges from suppliers in Q2. Q2 2022 EBITDA bsi margin was 6.8%.

Average selling price (ASP) was DKK 2.4 million on par increased from DKK 2.2 million in H1 2021, reflecting a strong margin focus. Q2 2022 ASP was DKK 2.5 million.

Q1 2021 Q2 2021 Q3 2021 Q4 2021 Q1 2022 Q2 2022
Sales 626 721 545 484 374 358
Deliveries 394 424 390 623 480 526

Denmark - Semi-detached houses

Sales was 126 units, down from 138 in H1 2021. 77 were B2B sales. On 30 June 2022, the order book (net) was at DKK 434 million.

Revenue amounted to DKK 319 million, up from DKK 239 million in H1 2021. Revenue comprised mainly contacted work in progress. Share of own land in deliveries was 47.9%.

The gross margin was 8.4% (11.0% y-o-y) and EBITDA before special items DKK 13 million, corresponding to a margin of 4.1%. (7.3% y-oy). Semi-detached was on a lower margin compared to H1 2021, mainly due to internal transfer pricing as the majority of production was completed in the detached segment. The transfer pricing effect is expected to reduce over time as the Semi-detached organisation is increasing production capacity.

Average selling price (ASP) was DKK 1.8 million, an increase from DKK 1.3 million y-oy due to the delivery of larger projects with higher ASP. Share of own land deliveries decreased in the period. The Q2 2022 gross margin was 10.3% and an EBITDA margin at 3.6%.

Sweden

Sales was 49 houses from 228 in H1 2021. Market demand declined and sales and marketing efforts were postponed in 2022 due to production capacity shortage at the Swedish factory. Increase in deliveries from 112 to 136, an increase of 21%.

Revenue amounted to DKK 178 million, up from DKK 150 million in H1 2021. The increase was driven by increased deliveries. The gross margin was 37.3% with EBITDA before special items at DKK 23.3 million, corresponding to an EBITDA margin of 13.1%. Average selling price (ASP) was DKK 1.3 million, on par with H1 2021 due to change in share of on-site construction projects.

The Q2 2022 gross margin was 36.9%, while the EBITDA margin was 12.0%.

The factory is undergoing automation upgrade to increase capacity.

Outlook for 2022

We adjust the full-year 2022 guidance issued on 28 April 2022 due to lower expected sales for 2022, delayed effect of sales price adjustments and special items in relation to reorganisation.

• Revenue is expected to be DKK 4,100 – 4,400 million (previously DKK 4,250 – 4,550 million)

• EBITDA before special items is expected to be DKK 340 – 360 million (previously DKK 370-410 million)

• Operating profit (EBIT) is expected to be DKK 265 – 290 million (previously DKK 320- 360 million). EBIT guidance adjustment includes special items effect of DKK 20-25 million from reorganisation

HusCompagniet expects net debt to EBITDA before special items around 2.0x at the end of 2022 (previously below 2.25x). Several planned acquirements of new land plots are cancelled or postponed due to the current market situation.

DKKm Updated
28 April 2022
Initial Outlook
5 November
2021
Revenue 4,250-4,550 4,350-4,650
EBITDA 370-410 420-450
EBIT
Leverage
ratio
(NIBD/LTM
320-360 370-400
EBITDA bsi) below 2.25x below 2.0x

The visibility has been reduced substantially due to the war in Ukraine and an uncertain geopolitical situation not seen in recent times. High-cost inflation, distressed supply chains, and rising interest rates are affecting the market situation. HusCompagniet are continuously adjusting sales prices to follow the market development.

Immediate surcharges were in April imposed from suppliers as high as up to 30%, due to accelerated energy prices. Continuous adjustments to sales prices are expected to positively impact margins in H2 2022.

Due to market slowdown in all segments, we adjust our assumptions for sales in 2022, and consequently deliveries are also adjusted

Assumptions for the outlook

The 2022 guidance is based on no severe disruption of supply chains including gas supply emerging and on raw material prices not significantly exceeding current levels.

  • Current expectations for 2022 sales are between 1,100 – 1,400 (previously 1,700 and 2,100 houses).
  • Current expectations for 2022 deliveries are between 1,925 and 2,050 houses (previously 1,950- 2,100)
  • Revenue from the semi-detached segment is assumed to be around DKK 450-500 million (previously DKK around 500 million)
  • Share of deliveries on own land is expected to be around 10% due to the current size of the land bank. Long-term target remains at around 20%
  • Current expectations for capital expenditures are DKK 40–60 million and comprise investments in digitalisation, automation, B2B and sustainability
  • Full year cash conversion (free cash flow to EBITDA) is expected to be at least 50% despite the increased capex level
  • Special items of DKK 25 -30 million is expected, including expenses for redundancies (Previously DKK 2-5 million)
  • As announced on 1 July 2021, due to the delayed closing of the acquisition of Danhaus Production A/S, 2022 expected revenue from the factory is expected to be around DKK 50-80 million (previously around DKK 100 million) with an expected break-even EBITDA result (unchanged).

General assumptions

General assumptions comprise assumptions relating to macro-economic conditions, industry considerations, regulatory changes, and customer behaviour (particularly in the light of the Covid-19 pandemic). The Group's estimates assume that there will not be any material change in the competitive or regulatory landscape, and no other external actions.

Forward-looking statements

This interim report includes forward-looking statements on various matters, such as expected earnings and future strategies and expansion plans. Such statements are uncertain and involve various risks, as many factors, some of which are beyond our control, may result in actual developments differing considerably from the set expectations. Such factors include but are not limited to general economic and business conditions, exchange rate and interest rate fluctuations, the demand for our services and competition in the market.

Risk factors

HusCompagniet is exposed to strategic, operational, and financial risks, which are described in the management review and the 2021 Annual Report prepared in accordance with IFRS.

Statement by Management

The Board of Directors and the Executive Board have reviewed and approved the interim condensed consolidated financial statement of the Group for the period 1 January – 30 June 2022. The interim condensed consolidated financial statement, which has not been audited or reviewed by the Company's auditor, has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 'Interim Financial Reporting', as adopted by the EU, and additional requirements in the Danish Financial Statements Act.

It is our opinion that the interim condensed consolidated financial statement gives a true and fair view of the financial position for the Group on 30 June 2022 and the results of the Group's operations and cash flow for the period 1 January – 30 June 2022.

Further, in our opinion, the Management's review gives a fair view of the development in the Group's activities and financial matters, results of operations, cash flows and financial position as well as a description of material risks and uncertainties that the Group face.

Virum, 18 August 2022

Executive Board:

Group CEO Group CFO

Martin Ravn-Nielsen Mads Dehlsen Winther

Board of Directors:

Claus V. Hemmingsen Anja B. Eriksson Chairperson Vice chairperson

Stig Pastwa Ylva Ekborn

Mads Munkholt Ditlevsen Bo Rygaard

Interim condensed consolidated Income Statement

DKK'000 Note H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 FY 2021
Revenue 3, 4 2,266,150 2,040,504 1,093,638 1,083,667 4,314,783
Cost of Sales -1,840,892 -1,621,117 -886,650 -854,273 -3,439,886
Gross profit 425,258 419,387 206,988 229,394 874,897
Staff cost -176,657 -185,582 -90,929 -98,535 -349,059
Other external expenses -73,504 -58,719 -40,451 -29,739 -124,900
Other operating income 106 107 106 76 173
Operating profit before depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA)
before special items
175,202 175,193 75,714 101,196 401,111
Special items -722 -1 -722 0 0
Operating profit before depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA)
after special items
174,481 175,192 74,992 101,196 401,111
Depreciation and amortisation -23,207 -23,106 -11,446 -11,190 -46,118
Operating profit (EBIT) 151,274 152,086 63,546 90,006 354,993
Financial income 23 37 14 28 300
Financial expenses -10,311 -10,277 -5,451 -5,359 -20,761
Profit before tax from continuing operations 140,986 141,845 58,112 84,676 334,533
Tax on profit -32,069 -32,455 -13,437 -16,767 -69,981
Profit for the period from continuing operations 108,918 109,390 44,676 67,909 264,552
Profit/(loss) after tax for the period from discontinued operations 5 -9,665 -75 -8,601 169 0
Profit for the period 99,253 109,316 36,075 68,078 264,552
Profits attributable to:
DKK'000 H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 FY 2021
Equity owners of the Company 99,253 109,316 36,075 68,078 264,552
Earnings per share:
DKK Note H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 FY 2021
Earnings per share (EPS Basic) 6.0 5.5 2.2 3.4 13.7
Diluted earnings per share (EPS-D) 5.9 5.5 2.2 3.4 13.7
Earnings per share (EPS Basic) continuing operations 6.5 5.5 2.7 3.4 13.7
Diluted earnings per share (EPS-D) continuing operations 6.5 5.5 2.7 3.4 13.7
Earnings per share (EPS) (DKK) from discontinued business -0.6 0.0 -0.5 0.0 0.0
Diluted earnings per share (EPS-D) (DKK) from discontinued business -0.6 0.0 -0.5 0.0 0.0

Interim condensed consolidated Statement of Other Comprehensive Income

DKK'000 Note H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 FY 2021
Profit for the year 99,253 109,316 36,075 68,078 264,552
Other comprehensive income 0 0 0 0 0
Items that may be reclassified to the income statement in
subsequent periods
0 0 0 0 0
Foreign currency translation differences, subsidiary -4,455 -462 -5,551 0 -2,112
Other comprehensive income, net of tax -4,455 -462 -5,551 0 -2,112
Total comprehensive income for the year 94,808 108,854 30,524 68,078 262,440
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
DKK'000 Note H1 2022 H1 2021 Q2 2022 Q2 2021 FY 2021
Equity owners of the Company 94,808 108,854 30,524 68,078 262,440

Interim condensed consolidated Balance Sheet

DKK'000 Note H1 2022 FY 2021 H1 2021
Assets
Non-current assets
Goodwill 2,019,275 2,031,471 2,035,014
Intangible assets 39,297 39,741 40,501
Right-of-use assets 77,805 87,709 95,670
Property, plant, and equipment 27,662 20,728 19,993
Deferred tax asset 27,568 28,153 0
Other receivables 4,756 4,756 4,756
Total non-current assets 2,196,363 2,212,558 2,195,934
Current assets
Inventories 6 312,549 315,926 314,422
Contract assets 7 800,096 809,330 806,791
Trade and other receivables 302,562 170,272 246,360
Prepayments 11,992 14,203 13,063
Cash and cash equivalents 15,063 55,420 75,038
Total current assets 1,442,263 1,365,151 1,455,674
Total assets 3,638,626 3,577,709 3,651,608

Interim condensed consolidated Balance Sheet - continued

DKK'000 Note H1 2022 FY 2021 H1 2021
Equity and liabilities
Equity
Share capital 91,050 100,000 100,000
Retained earnings and other reserves 1,722,579 1,784,982 1,809,065
Total equity 1,813,629 1,884,982 1,909,065
Liabilities
Non-current liabilities
Borrowings 672,442 672,058 671,674
Lease liabilities 64,337 73,247 82,005
Provisions 7,977 8,680 8,555
Deferred tax liability 38,373 38,683 10,117
Total non-current liabilities 783,130 792,668 772,351
Current liabilities
Lease liabilities 21,876 23,076 23,150
Trade and other payables 612,135 554,333 630,091
Contract liabilities 7 62,613 84,730 129,234
Prepayments from customers 7 10,133 10,081 32,235
Provisions 31,910 34,718 34,222
Income tax payable 60,390 44,998 36,192
Other liabilities 89,648 148,123 85,068
Bank overdrafts 153,162 0 0
Total current liabilities 1,041,867 900,059 970,192
Total liabilities 1,824,997 1,692,727 1,742,543
Total equity and liabilities 3,638,626 3,577,709 3,651,608

Interim condensed consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

DKK'000 Note
H1 2022
H1 2021 FY 2021
Cash flow from operating activities
EBITDA, after special items
EBITDA, discontinued activities 174,481 175,192 401,111
EBITDA 0 -75 5,501
Adjustments for non-cash items 174,481 175,117 406,612
Adjusted EBITDA 1,425 3,997 11,495
Changes in working capital 175,906 179,114 418,107
Cash flow from operating activities before financial items -142,196 -76,052 -84,508
Interest received 33,710 103,062 333,599
Interest elements of lease payments 23 36 300
Interest paid -2,604 -2,871 -5,736
Corporation tax paid -7,706 -7,406 -15,025
Net cash generated from operating activities -16,402 -20,384 -54,661
7,021 72,437 258,477
Cash flow from investing activities
Acquisition of assets recognised as property, plant, and equipment
Acquisition of assets recognised as intangible assets
-9,184 -3.883 -11,327
-7,631 -2.854 -10,435
Net cash generated from investing activities -16,815 -6,737 -21,762
Cash flow from financing activities
Repayment of bank overdraft -50,000 1,340 0
Proceeds from bank overdraft 203,546 0 0
Repayment of lease liabilities -13,088 -12,399 -21,850
Dividend to equity holders -132,276 -60,000 -60,000
Dividends from own treasury shares 0 410 410
Acquisition of own shares -36,821 0 -179,990
Net cash generated from financing activities -28,639 -70,648 -261,430
Total cash flows -38,433 -4,948 -24,715
Cash and cash equivalents on 1 January 55,420 77,916 77,467
Net foreign currency gains or losses -1,925 2,070 2,668
Cash and cash equivalents on 30 June/31 December 15,063 75,038 55,420
Free cash flow -9,794 65,700 236,715

Interim condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity

2022

DKK'000 Share
capital
Foreign
currency
translation
reserve
Retained
earnings
Proposed
dividend
Total
Equity on 1 January 100,000 1,656 1,651,050 132,276 1,884,982
Profit for the
period
0 0 99,253 0 99,253
Other comprehensive income:
Foreign currency translation
differences 0 -4,455 0 0 -4,455
Total other comprehensive
income
0 -4,455 0 0 -4,455
Transactions with owners of the
Company and other equity transactions:
Capital reduction -8,950 0 8,950 0 0
Share-based payment 0 0 2,946 0 2,946
Purchase of own shares 0 0 -36,821 0 -36,821
Dividends, own shares 0 0 0 0 0
Dividends paid 0 0 0 -132,276 -132,276
Total transactions with owners of the
Company and other equity transactions
-8,950 0 -24,925 -132,276 -166,151
Equity on 30 June 91,050 -2,799 1,725,378 0 1,813,629

Interim condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity – continued 2021

DKK'000 Share
capital
Foreign
currency
translation
reserve
Retained
earnings
Proposed
dividend
Total
Equity on 1 January 100,000 3,768 1,693,424 60,000 1.857,192
Profit for the
period
0 0 109,316 0 109,316
Other comprehensive income:
Foreign currency translation differences 0 -462 0 0 -462
Total other comprehensive
income 0 -462 0 0 -462
Transactions with owners of the Company
and other equity transactions:
Share-based
payment
Dividends, own
0 0 2,609 0 2,609
shares 0 0 410 0 410
Dividends paid 0 0 0 -60,000 -60,000
Total transactions with owners of the
Company and other equity transactions
0 0 3,019 -60,000 -56,981
Equity on 30 June 100,000 3,306 1,805,759 0 1,909,065

Notes overview

1. Summary of significant accounting policies 24
2. Accounting estimates and judgements 24
3. Segment information 24
4. Revenue 27
5. Discontinued Business 29
6. Inventory 30
7. Contract assets 30
8. Business combinations 31
9. Events after the balance sheet date 31

1 Accounting policies

This interim condensed financial report comprises the period 1 January – 30 June 2022.

The interim condensed financial report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting as adopted by the EU and Danish disclosure requirements for listed companies.

The financial part of the interim condensed financial report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 for interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

The accounting policies are unchanged from the 2021 consolidated financial statements, to which reference is made except the changes stated below. A full description of accounting policies is provided in the 2021 consolidated financial statements.

Changes to accounting policies

HusCompagniet A/S has implemented the following new or amended standards and interpretations with effect from 1 January 2022:

· Amendments to IFRS 3 Business Combinations; IAS 16 Property, Plant and Equipment; IAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets, and Annual Improvements 2018-2020.

HusCompagniet A/S has implemented the standards and interpretations that became effective in the EU for 2022. None of these standards or interpretations has affected recognition or measurement in 2022 or is expected to affect the Group.

2 Accounting estimates and judgements

In preparing the interim condensed financial statements, management made various judgements, estimates and assumptions concerning future events that affected the application of the Group's accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income, and expenses. Actual results may differ from these estimates.

The significant estimates made by management applying the Group's accounting policies and the associated significant estimating uncertainties are the same for the preparation of the interim condensed financial statements as for the preparation of the consolidated financial statements for 2021.

3 Segment information

For management purposes, the Group is organised into business units based on its products and services as well as geographical location. The Group has three reportable segments, as follows:

  • The detached houses in Denmark segment, which comprise brick houses built on site and plots

  • The semi-detached houses in Denmark segment, which comprise brick houses built on site and plots, includes both business-to-business and business-to-consumers

  • The Swedish business comprise detached prefabricated houses

No operating segments have been aggregated to form the above reportable operating segments.

Executive Management is responsible for operating results of its business units separately for the purpose of making decisions about resource allocation and performance assessment. Segment performance is evaluated based on EBITDA and is measured consistently with operating profit (EBIT) plus amortisation and depreciation in the consolidated financial statements. The Group's depreciation, amortisations, financing (including financial income and financial expenses) and income taxes are managed on a Group basis and are not allocated to operating segments. Assets and Liabilities are not allocated to segments.

Transfer prices between operating segments are on an arm's length basis in a manner similar to transactions with third parties.

3 Segment information

H1 2022 Denmark Sweden
DKK'000 Detached
houses
Semi
detached
houses
Wooden
houses
Total
continuing
operations
Total
discontinued
operations
Total
segments
Revenue
External customers 1,966,192 121,774 178,185 2,266,150 0 2,266,150
Inter-segment -196,764 196,764 0 0 0 0
Total revenue 1,769,427 318,538 178,185 2,266,150 0 2,266,150
Income/(expenses)
Cost of goods -1,626,484 -102,772 -111,636 -1,840,892 -280 -1,841,172
Inter-segment 188,894 -188,894 0 0 0 0
Segment gross profit 331,837 26,872 66,549 425,258 -280 424,978
Gross margin 18.8% 8.4% 37.3% 18.8% -0% 18.8%
Other operating income 106 0 0 106 0 106
Staff costs -140,420 -12,016 -24,221 -176,657 0 -176,657
Other operating expenses -52,819 -1,662 -19,023 -73,504 1,426 -70,089
Segment EBITDA 138,704 13,194 23,305 175,203 1,146 178,337
EBITDA margin 7.8% 4.1% 13.1% 7.7% - 7.9%
H1 2021 Denmark Sweden
DKK'000 Detached
houses
Semi-detached
houses
Wooden
houses
Total continuing
operations
Total
discontinued
operations
Total
segments
Revenue
External customers 1,779,798 110,424 150,282 2,040,504 0 2,040,504
Inter-segment -128,713 128,713 0 0 0 0
Total revenue 1,651,085 239,137 150,282 2,040,504 0 2,040,504
Income/(expenses)
Cost of goods -1,440,987 -89,265 -90,865 -1,621,117 0 -1,621,117
Inter-segment 123,564 -123,564 0 0 0 0
Segment gross profit 333,663 26,307 59,416 419,387 0 419,387
Gross margin 20.2% 11.0% 39.5% 20.6% - 20.6%
Other operating
income 107 0 0 107 0 107
Staff costs -157,444 -8,473 -19,666 -185,582 -4 -185,586
Other operating
expenses
-41,590 -458 -16,671 -58,719 155 -58,564
Segment EBITDA 134,737 17,376 23,079 175,192 151 175,344
EBITDA margin 8.2% 7.3% 15.4% 8.6% - 8.6%

3 Segment information - Continued

Reconciliation of profit

DKK'000 2022 H1 2021 H1
Segment EBITDA from continuing operations 174,481 175,192
Segment EBITDA from discontinued operations 1,146 151
Special items from discontinued operations -1,146 -1
Depreciation and amortisations -23,207 -23,106
Financial income 1,437 12,317
Financial expenses -21,463 -22,783
Profit before tax from discontinued operations 9,738 75
Profit before tax from continuing operations 140,986 141,845

4 Revenue

H1 2022
Denmark Sweden
DKK'000 Detached
houses
Semi
detached
houses
Wooden
houses
Total
continuing
operations
Total
discontinued
operations
Total segments
Sales value houses sold on
customers building sites
Sales value houses sold on
1,594,646 159,434 178,185 1,932,264 0 1,932,264
own building sites 119,577 159,104 0 278,681 0 278,681
Total Contracted sales 1,714,222 318,538 178,185 2,210,945 0 2,210,945
Denmark Sweden
DKK'000 Detached
houses
Semi
detached
houses
Wooden
houses
Total
continuing
operations
Total
discontinued
operations
Total segments
Show- and project houses 39,596 0 0 39,596 0 39,596
Other revenue 0 0 0 0
0
0
Sales of land plots 15,609 0 0 15,609 0 15,609
Total Non-contracted
sales
55,205 0 0 55,205 0 55,205
Total Revenue 1,769,427 318,538 178,185 2,266,150 0 2,266,150

4 Revenue - Continued

Revenue per segment and category - Contracted Sales

H1 2021 Denmark Sweden DKK'000 Detached houses Semidetached houses Wooden houses Total continuing operations Total discontinued operations Total segments Sales value houses sold on customers building sites 1,319,724 41,771 150,282 1,511,777 0 1,511,777 Sales value houses sold on own building sites 180,649 197,366 0 378,015 0 378,015 Total Contracted sales 1,500,373 239,137 150,282 1,889,792 0 1,889,792

Revenue per segment and category - Non-contracted sales

H1 2021

Denmark Sweden
DKK'000 Detached
houses
Semi
detached
houses
Wooden houses Total
continuing
operations
Total discontinued
operations
Total segments
Show houses 67,497 0 0 67,497 0 67,497
Other revenue
0 0 0 0 0 0
Sales of land plots
83,215 0 0 83,215 0 83,215
Total Non-contracted
sales
150,712 0 0 150,712 0 150,712
Total Revenue 1,651,085 239,137 150,282 2,040,504 0 2,040,504

Revenue per continuing and discontinued operations

DKK'000 2022 H1 2021 H1
Total revenue from continuing operations 2,266,150 2,040,504
Total revenue from discontinued operations 0 0
Total revenue 2,266,150 2,040,504

The Group is engaged in construction activities in Denmark and Sweden.

Non-contracted sales are recognised on delivery (point-in-time). Contracted sales are recognised over time. Payment is typically due at the time of final delivery of the house project; however, a small deposit is paid upon contract negotiation.

The Group receives a bank guarantee in connection with the start-up of each contract, and is entitled to payment for work performed, including profit, during the project. Construction contracts with professional investors may also include payments on account.

Contracted sales comprise the sale of houses constructed on the customers land, or houses sold on own land (semi-detached includes land plots) that are covered by a customer contract before construction is started.

4 Revenue - Continued

Conversely, non-contracted sales comprise of:

  1. The sale of houses constructed on own land to which no customer contract has been entered into before construction starts.

  2. The sale of detached land-plots to which no customer contract has been entered into before purchase and development of the land plots.

5 Discontinued operations

In 2019, the Group decided to close its German activities and to focus on its original core market segments. The decision was driven by the difficulty of establishing a network of suppliers to support its business and of establishing significant brand recognition in a large new market. Also in 2019, the Group decided to cease its Swedish brick-house business activities due to the substantial differences in the supply and sales process in Sweden as compared to Denmark and due to Swedish customer preferences for wood rather than brick houses. The German and Swedish brick house activities were closed during September 2020. The closing of the discontinued operations are proceeding as expected. The closing is expected to be finalised in 2023.

DKK'000 H1 2022 H1 2021
Revenue 0 0
Expenses 0 151
Impairment 0 0
Operating income 0 151
Finance Costs -9,738 -226
Profit/(loss) before tax from discontinued operations -9,738 -75
Tax on profit/(loss) 74 0
Profit/(loss) after tax for the period from discontinued operations -9,665 -75

The net cash flows generated /(incurred) by the business segments brick houses in Sweden and the operations in Germany are, as follows:

DKK'000 H1 2022 H1 2021
Operating -2,031 -75
Investing 0 0
Financing from group entities 17,000 0
Net cash inflow/(outflow) 14,969 -75

6 Inventories

DKK'000 H1 2022 H1 2021 FY 2021
Raw materials 9,793 7,063 9,766
Show-houses and semi-detached houses (non-contracted) 159,735 141,697 140,718
Land 143,066 170,662 165,442
Write-down inventories 0 -5,000 0
Total inventories 312,549 314,422 315,926

7 Contract assets

DKK'000 H1 2022 H1 2021 FY 2021
Selling price of contract assets 810,395 838,614 859,079
Prepayments from customers -72,911 -161,057 -134,478
737,484 677,557 724,601

Calculated as follows:

Prepayments from customers regarding construction contracts not yet started 10,133 32,235 10,081
737,484 677,557 724,601
Contract liabilities -62,613 -129,234 -84,730
Contract assets 800,096 806,791 809,330
Delivery obligations H1 2022 H1 2021 FY 2021
Within one year 3,282,289 3,760,575 3,553,226
After one year 214,232 53,567 185,976

Construction contracts (assets/liabilities)

Contract assets comprise the selling price of work performed where the Group does not yet have an unconditional right to payment, as the work performed has not yet been approved by the customer.

Contract liabilities comprise agreed, unconditional payments received on account for work yet to be performed.

Payment is typically due at the time of final delivery of the house project; however, a small deposit is paid upon contract negotiation. The Group receives a bank guarantee in connection with the start-up of each contract, and is entitled to payment for work performed, including profit during the project.

Contract liabilities were largely affected by a high level of deposits in 2021 due to the negative interest rate environment. As a result, the Company removed the deposit option which is the main reason H1 2022 prepayments are lower than H1 2021.

Delivery obligations are lower in H1 2022 due to a decline in sales compared to H1 2021.

Credit risk on contract assets is generally managed by regular credit rating of customers and business partners. The credit risk exposure relating to dealing with private counterparties is estimated to be limited.

8 Business Combinations

HusCompagniet A/S has closed the agreement to acquire 100% of the shares in Danhaus Production A/S from NVV GmbH and JAWS Holding ApS (Danhaus) at an enterprise value of DKK 90 million on a debt-free basis. The acquisition was completed on 1 July 2022, hence HusCompagniet closing balance and thereby also initial accounting for the business combination is incomplete at time of report Q2 2022. It is expected that the majority of the purchase price will be allocated to tangible assets due to the factory owned by Danhaus Production A/S. The intended primary use for the factory will be to produce components to the detached segment and increase the level of automation. The purchase price does not have any contingent liabilities related. The acquisition-related costs amount to DKK 0,7 million.

9 Events after the balance sheet date

On 18 August, HusCompagniet will initiate a collective redundancy process, primarily in the Detached segment. The reorganisation, including closing of offices, is expected to generate expenses of DKK 20-25 million that will impact special items for 2022.

No other events have occurred after the balance sheet date that are expected to have a material effect on HusCompagniet's financial position.

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