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SSH Communications Security

Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement Mar 4, 2024

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SSH Communications Security Oyj

Financial Statements and Report of the Board of Directors

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS 2
REPORT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 1 JAN – 31 DEC 2023 3
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 15
CONSOLIDATED
COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME
STATEMENT
16
CONSOLIDATED
STATEMENT
OF
FINANCIAL
POSITION
17
CONSOLIDATED
CASH
FLOW
STATEMENT
19
STATEMENT
OF
CHANGES
IN
CONSOLIDATED
EQUITY
20
NOTES
TO
THE
CONSOLIDATED
FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
22
PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 54
PARENT
COMPANY
INCOME
STATEMENT
55
PARENT
COMPANY
STATEMENT
OF
FINANCIAL
POSITION
56
PARENT
COMPANY
STATEMENT
OF
FINANCIAL
POSITION
57
PARENT
COMPANY
CASH
FLOW
STATEMENT
58
NOTES
TO
THE
PARENT
COMPANY
FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS
59
DIVIDEND PROPOSAL AND SIGNATURES 68
NET SALES
EUR million 10-12/ 7-9/ 4-6/ 1-3/ 1-12/ 10-12/ 1-12/
2023 2023 2023 2023 2023 2022 2022
BY GEOGRAPHICAL SEGMENT
AMERICAS 2.2 1.9 1.9 1.8 7.8 1.8 7.0
APAC 0.4 0.5 0.3 0.3 1.5 0.3 1.5
EMEA 2.9 2.8 2.7 2.7 11.0 3.7 10.8
Total 5.5 5.2 4.9 4.8 20.3 5.8 19.3
BY OPERATION
Subscription sales 2.9 2.9 2.7 2.6 11.1 2.5 8.7
License sales 0.4 0.2 0.2 0.2 0.9 1.1 1.9
Maintenance sales 1.9 2.0 1.9 1.9 7.8 2.1 8.2
Professional services & others 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.1 0.6 0.1 0.4
Total 5.5 5.2 4.9 4.8 20.3 5.8 19.3

Report of the Board of Directors for 1 Jan – 31 Dec 2023

Consolidated net sales for January–December totaled EUR 20.3 million (EUR 19.3 million), an increase of 5.4%, year on year.

The majority of SSH Communications Security's invoicing is U.S. dollar based. During the financial year, the average exchange rate of the euro against U.S. dollar strengthened by 2.6% compared to 2022. With comparable exchange rates, the net sales increase in 2023 would have been 6.7% compared to 2022.

PROFIT AND PROFITABILITY TRENDS

Operating loss for the financial year amounted to EUR -1.6 million (EUR -0.4 million), with net loss totaling EUR -2.3 million (EUR -0.6 million).

Sales, marketing, and customer support expenses amounted to EUR -9.4 million (EUR -8.8 million), while research and development expenses totaled EUR -7.9 million (EUR -7.2 million) and administrative expenses EUR -4.8 million (EUR -5.1 million). Operating expenses increased by 5% compared to the previous year.

BALANCE SHEET AND FINANCIAL POSITION

The financial position of SSH Communications Security was adequate during the financial year. The consolidated balance sheet total on December 31, 2023 stood at EUR 31.4 million (EUR 38.1 million), of which liquid assets accounted for EUR 2.2 million (EUR 5.7 million), or 6.9 % of the balance sheet total. In addition, the company had EUR 1.5 million of short-term liquid investments. Interest-bearing debts were EUR 1.2 million at the end of the financial year (EUR 1.7 million). Interest-bearing liabilities decreased by EUR -0.5 million from December 31, 2022 due to repayments of the premium loan raised from ELO mutual pension insurance company. Interestbearing liabilities include a premium loan from ELO mutual pension insurance company for EUR

1.2 million. On December 31, 2023, gearing, or the ratio of net liabilities to shareholders' equity, was 3% (-27.9%) and the equity ratio stood at 49.2% (46.1%).

The reported gross capital expenditure for the period totaled EUR 2.7 million (EUR 2.5 million). Financial income and expenses totaled EUR -0.8 million (EUR -0.2 million), which consisted mainly of exchange rate gains or losses and interest expenses from sales and leasing contracts.

The Group had a cash flow of EUR 3.2 million (EUR 3.0 million) from business operations, and investments showed a cash flow of EUR -5.6 million (EUR -3.5 million) Cash flow from investments includes the deferred purchase price of acquisition of SSH Secure Collaboration (previously Deltagon Oy) EUR -1.7 million (EUR -1.7 million), investment in financial assets EUR -1.5 million and received government grants of EUR 0.2 million (EUR 0.7 million). Cash flow from financing totaled EUR -1.1 million (EUR -2.2 million). Cash flow from financing includes the payment of the hybrid instrument interest of EUR -1.4 million (EUR -1.4 million), proceeds from shares subscribed with option rights EUR 1.2 million (EUR 0.7 million) and change in debt of EUR -0.5 million (EUR - 0.5 million). Total cash flow from operations, investments, and financing was EUR -3.5 million (EUR -2.6 million).

RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Research and development expenses for January–December totaled EUR -7.9 million (EUR -7.2 million), the equivalent of 38.6% of net sales (37.4%). During January–December, the company has capitalized new product R&D costs in the amount of EUR 2.1 million (EUR 1.9 million). Depreciation from R&D capitalization assets was EUR -1.6 million (EUR -1.4 million).

RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES

Substantial risks that might affect the profitability of the company have been reviewed and updated to reflect the current macroeconomic environment.

The largest risks are:

  • Refinancing risk/liquidity risk such as being unable to pay obligations due to insufficient liquidity or difficulties in raising financing.
  • Cybercrime, including, e.g., ransomware
  • Delays in product development and closing new business as well as phasing of new business cases
  • Ability to execute the strategy
  • Ability to retain and recruit key personnel
  • Maintaining the ability to innovate and develop the product portfolio including intellectual property rights (IPR)
  • IPR litigation and utilization of the patent portfolio
  • A large portion of the company revenue is invoiced in USD currency, and possible significant fluctuation in USD currency rates during the year could have unpredictable effects on profitability. The company decides on hedging of USD-based contracts case by case.
  • Uncertainty of the macroeconomic environment, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine
  • Impact of higher inflation and increasing market interest rates which may have an effect on increasing operational and financial costs

The principles and organization of risk management of SSH Communications Security can be read from the company's website www.ssh.com.

HUMAN RESOURCES AND ORGANIZATION

SSH Communications Security Group had 158 (144) employees at the end of December, up by 14 people or 9.7% from the previous year. The average age among employees was 41 years (40 years). Approximately 20.3% (16.9%) of the employees were women and 79.7% (83.1%) men. At the end of the period, 38.0% (36.8%) of the employees worked in sales, marketing, and customer services, 48.7% (51.4%) in R&D, and 13.3% (11.8%) in corporate administration.

At the end of the financial period, the parent company had 104 (96) employees on its payroll. On average, the parent company had 99 (90) employees during the period under review. Parent company salaries, bonuses, and other personnel expenses during the financial period totaled EUR 8.9 million (9.1 million).

BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND AUDITORS

The Annual General Meeting of SSH Communications Security Oyj was held on March 24, 2023. Henri Österlund, Kai Tavakka, Sampo Kellomäki, Christian Fredrikson, and Catharina Candolin were elected as directors of the company's Board of Directors. At the inaugural meeting of the Board of Directors, Henri Österlund was elected as the Chairman.

The Authorized Public Accountant Firm Ernst & Young Oy was re-elected as the auditor of the company. Ernst & Young Oy informed the company that Maria Onniselkä, Authorized Public Accountant, will continue as the accountant with the main responsibility.

SSH Communications Security Oyj's member of the board of directors, Sampo Kellomäki, passed away from a serious illness on 16 May 2023. The Company's Board of Directors has consisted of four members since 16 May 2023.

GROUP MANAGEMENT TEAM

At the end of 2023, the Group Management Team consisted of three members:

Teemu Tunkelo, Chief Executive Officer Michael Kommonen, Chief Financial Officer Rami Raulas, Head of EMEA Region

PRINCIPAL PROVISIONS OF THE ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION

According to the Articles of Association, the highest decision-making power in the company is wielded by the shareholders at the shareholders' meeting. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is held within six months of the completion of the company's financial period, at a time decided by the Board. The AGM decides the number of members of the Board of Directors and elects them. Additionally, under the Finnish Limited Liability Companies Act, the AGM has the authority to amend the company's Articles of Association, adopt the financial statements, approve the amount of dividends, and select the company's auditors. Each SSH Communications Security Corporation share conveys one vote at the shareholder's meeting. Under the Articles of Association, the CEO is appointed by the Board of Directors.

CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

SSH Communications Security abides by its Articles of Association as well as principles of transparent and responsible corporate governance, and high ethical standards in its governance and decision-making. The company complies with the Finnish company and securities market legislation, including the market abuse regulation, rules of Nasdaq Helsinki and Finnish Corporate Governance Code 2020 adopted by the Securities Market Association.

For more information see our Corporate Governance Statement that is published annually as a separate report and can be found at SSH's website.

RESPONSIBILITY AND BUSINESS ETHICS

SSH Communications Security is committed to systematically maintain and develop the responsibility and sustainability of the business through its strategy, operations, and actions. The company is committed to operate in socially and ethically responsible way.

The company's ethical principles emphasize values that are important to SSH, such as antibribery, position and treatment of employees, and safety and behavioral culture within workplaces.

SSH Communications Security is a responsible employer and treats all employees equally. The company does not approve harassment or discrimination in any form and for that, the company has created internal guidelines and organized training. The company constantly develops the safety and comfort of its workplaces as well as the management of work-related stress and coping with the workload. In addition, the company offers its employees physical, cultural, and other benefits.

SSH Communications Security regards the diversity of its personnel as an essential strength and encourages the appraisal and adoption of diversity throughout the organization including top management.

The company has a separate Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy as well as an equality plan focusing on equal and fair treatment of its employees.

The company has also a whistleblowing policy in place to ensure that employees and third parties, if they wish, can report anonymously suspected serious deficiencies, abuses, and crimes within the SSH Group.

SSH has established a Code of Conduct for responsible and transparent activities, employee satisfaction, and ethics for all employees worldwide.

DISCLOSURE ACCORDING TO THE EU TAXONOMY REGULATION

Companies that have less than 500 employees are exempt from the requirements to disclose information according to Regulation (EU) 2020/852 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 18 June 2020 on the establishment of a framework to facilitate sustainable investment and amending Regulation (EU) 2019/2088 (the "Taxonomy Regulation"). Therefore, SSH has not disclosed Taxonomy Regulation information in the reports of fiscal year 2023.

SHARES, SHAREHOLDING, AND CHANGES IN GROUP STRUCTURE

The reported trading volume of SSH Communications Security shares totaled 3,834,820 shares (valued at EUR 6,130,912) during the reporting period. The highest quotation was EUR 2.40, and the lowest EUR 1.20. The trade-weighted average share price for the period was EUR 1.64, and the share closed at EUR 1.33 (December 31, 2023).

Accendo Capital is the largest shareholder of SSH, with 27.9% of the company shares and votes. Tatu Ylönen is the second largest shareholder of SSH, with 17.2%, and Juha Mikkonen holds 5.0% of the company's shares. More information about the shareholding can be obtained from the company's website, ww.ssh.com.

The company has the following subsidiaries:

  • SSH Communications Security, Inc. and SSH Government Solutions, Inc. in the USA
  • SSH Communications Security Ltd. in Hong Kong
  • SSH Commsec Singapore Pte. Ltd in Singapore
  • SSH Communications Security UK Ltd. in the UK
  • SSH Operations Ltd., Kyberleijona Ltd., SSH Technology Ltd., and SSH Secure Collaboration Ltd. in Finland. SSH Operations Ltd. has a branch in Germany.

State Security Networks Group Finland (Suomen Erillisverkot Oy) became a non-controlling interest holder of Kyberleijona Oy on August 14, 2018 with 35% ownership. SSH Communications Security Oyj owns 65% of the shares in Kyberleijona Oy.

In March 2023 a new subsidiary was incorporated in Singapore. The subsidiary is 100% owned by the parent company SSH Communications Security Oyj.

During 2023 the Swedish and Norwegian Deltagon branches were closed, which had no impact on the business operations in these countries. The operations have been run from SSH Secure Collaboration (ex. Deltagon Oy) in Finland after the closure of the branches.

During the review period, no dividend or return of capital have been distributed.

INFORMATION ON SHAREHOLDERS

Distribution of ownership by sector

Number of Percentage of
Type of sector shares shares and votes, %
Households and private individuals 20,946,656 51.51
Financial and insurance institutions 993,311 2.44
Public sector organizations 3,166,899 7.79
Companies 1,462,012 3.60
Foreign shareholders 14,095,444 34.66
Non-profit organizations 100 0.00
Total 40,664,422 100.00
Number of Percentage of
sharehold shareholders, Number of Percentage of
Shares ers % shares shares, %
1−100 2,007 38.23 96,997 0.24
101−500 1,394 26.55 402,455 0.99
501−1,000 604 11.51 496,369 1.22
1,001−5,000 850 16.19 2,008,036 4.94
5,001−10,000 161 3.07 1,199,255 2.95
10,001−50,000 185 3.52 3,932,538 9.67
50,001−100,000 30 0.57 1,972,310 4.85
100,001−500,000 9 0.17 1,953,560 4.80
500,001−999,999,999 10 0.19 28,602,902 70.34
Total 5,250 100.00 40,664,422 100.00
of which nominee-registered 8 14,806,388 36.41

DISTRIBUTION OF HOLDINGS BY NUMBER OF SHARES

The ten largest shareholders Dec 31, 2023

Excluding nominee-registered except Accendo Capital

Percentage of
shares, % Number of shares
Accendo Capital 27.86 11,330,000
Ylönen Tatu Juhani 17.18 6,987,123
Mikkonen Juha Taneli 5.02 2,040,000
Elo Mutual Pension Insurance Company 3.37 1,370,000
Ilmarinen Mutual Pension Insurance Company 2.56 1,041,599
Varma Mutual Pension Insurance Company 1.86 755,300
Tunkelo Teemu Mauno 1.55 631,408
Syrjänen Eva Annika Elisabeth 1.33 540,000
Kettunen
Risto Juhani
1.29 526,000
Syrjälä Timo Kalevi 0.89 360,000
Total 62.90 25,581,430

SHARE CAPITAL AND BOARD AUTHORIZATIONS

The company's registered share capital on December 31, 2023, was EUR 1,219,932.66, consisting of 40,664,422 shares.

In 2023, share capital increased by EUR 30,039 through subscription of stock options. Stock options were exercised in the financial year 2023 with 1,001,316 shares.

The Annual General Meeting approved the Board of Directors' proposal to authorize the Board of Directors to decide upon the issuing of a maximum of 6,000,000 shares as a share issue against payment or by giving stock options or other special rights entitling to shares, in accordance with Chapter 10 Section 1 of the Finnish Companies Act, either according to the shareholders' preemptive right to share subscription or deviating from this right, in one or more tranches. Based on the authorization, it can be either the issuing of new shares or the transfer of own shares, which the company may have in its possession.

Based on the authorization, the Board of Directors shall have the same rights as the Annual General Meeting to decide upon the issuing of shares against payment and special rights (including stock options) in accordance with Chapter 10 Section 1 of the Finnish Companies Act. Thereby, the authorization to be given to the Board of Directors includes, inter alia, the right to deviate from the shareholders' pre-emptive rights with directed issues providing that the company has a compelling financial reason for the deviation with respect to the share issue against payment. Furthermore, the authorization includes the Board of Directors' right to decide upon who is entitled to the shares and/or stock options or special rights in accordance with Chapter 10 Section 1 of the Finnish Companies Act as well as upon the related compensation, subscription, and payment periods and the registering of the subscription price into the share capital or invested nonrestricted equity fund within the limits of the Finnish Companies Act.

The authorization will be valid until the next Annual General Meeting but will expire at the latest on June 30, 2024.

The Annual General Meeting approved the Board of Directors' proposal to authorize the Board of Directors to decide upon acquisition of a maximum of 2,000,000 own shares of the company with assets belonging to the company's non-restricted equity, which amounts to approximately 5.2 percent of the company's total shares. The shares can also be acquired other than in proportion to the holdings of the existing shareholders. The maximum compensation to be paid for the acquired shares shall be the market price at the time of purchase, which is determined by public trading.

The Board of Directors proposes that the authorization for the acquiring of the company's own shares would be used, inter alia, in order to strengthen the company's capital structure, to finance and realize corporate acquisitions and other arrangements, to realize the share-based incentive programs of the company or otherwise to be kept by the company, to be transferred for other purposes or to be canceled. The acquisition of shares reduces the company's distributable nonrestricted equity.

A decision concerning the acquisition of own shares must be made so that the combined amount of the own shares, which are in possession of, or held as pledges by, the company or its subsidiaries does not exceed one tenth of all shares. The Board of Directors shall decide upon all other matters related to the acquisition of shares.

The authorization will be valid until the next Annual General Meeting but will expire at the latest on June 30, 2024.

SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS

The share-based payments of SSH Communications Security are stock options. Stock option programs have been in effect in the reporting period or in the comparison year.

The Board of Directors decided on February 27, 2023 on a new stock option program 2023A. The maximum number of stock options is 980,000. The share subscription period will be from February 23, 2025 to March 31, 2027. The share subscription price for the shares is EUR 2.24.

On February 23, 2022 the Board of Directors decided on a stock option program 2022A. The maximum number of stock options is 980,000. The share subscription period will be from February 23, 2024 to March 31, 2026. The share subscription price for the shares is EUR 2.98.

Each option gives the right to subscribe to one new share at a price and at a time specified in the terms of the stock option plan. The option rights will be canceled in case the employee leaves the company before the subscription time has begun. There are no other conditions to the beginning of the option rights.

The shares subscribed with the granted option rights include the rights to any dividend payable for the reporting period during which the shares were subscribed. Other shareholder rights commence as soon as the increase in the share capital has been registered in the Trade Register. More information on stock option plans is given in note 20 in the consolidated financial statements.

RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

During the reporting period, there have not been any significant transactions with related parties.

EVENTS AFTER THE BALANCE SHEET DATE

On 14 February 2024 SSH Communications Security Oyj announced that it had been selected as supplier for cryptographic solution and services. The total value of the agreement is approximately EUR 1.8 million.

BUSINESS OUTLOOK FOR 2024

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We expect net sales to grow during 2024 compared to 2023. We estimate EBITDA and cash flow from operating activities to be positive for 2024. At the end of 2023, our Annual Recurring Revenue was EUR 19.3 million (EUR 18.4 million in 2022). Our net sales grew by 5.4% to EUR 20.3 million in 2023, and EBITDA was 1.8 million in 2023.

DIVIDEND AND OTHER DISTRIBUTION OF ASSETS

The parent company's distributable funds are EUR -6,251,248.12, of which the loss for the financial year is EUR -3,414,332.45. The Board of Directors proposes to the Annual General Meeting on 25 March, 2024 that no dividend or return of capital shall be distributed. It is proposed that the loss of the financial year shall be entered to the retained earnings in the shareholders' equity.

FINANCIAL INDICATORS

2023 2022 2021
Net sales EUR 20,321,947 19,284,167 15,929,489
Operating profit/loss EUR -1,646,853 -442,918 -1,530,119
% of net sales % -8.1 -2.3 -9.6
EBITDA EUR 1,816,713 2,671,827 1,119,334
% of net sales % 8.9 13.9 7.0
Profit/loss before taxes EUR -2,416,588 -681,647 -1,794,364
% of net sales % -11.9 -3.5 -11.3
Return on equity % -22.8 -5.2 -22.6
Return on investments % -19.1 -4.7 -14.2
Net interest-bearing debt EUR 279,993 -3,096,641 -4,788,959
Gearing % 3.0 -27.9 -39.8
Equity ratio % 49.2 46.1 44.6
Gross investments in tangible and
intangible assets EUR 2,667,457 2,535,450 1,976,713
% of net sales % 13.1 13.1 12.4
Research and development costs EUR -7,850,736 -7,204,987 -5,836,431
% of net sales % 38.6 37.4 36.6
Average number of personnel 150 132 114
Number of personnel 31 Dec 158 144 123
Salaries and fees EUR -12,201,271 -12,502,599 -10,958,262

INDICATORS PER SHARE

2023 2022 2021
Earnings per share* EUR -0.10 -0.05 -0.10
Earnings per share, diluted* EUR -0.10 -0.05 -0.10
Equity per share EUR 0.25 0.28 0.31
Dividends EUR 0 0 0
Dividends per share EUR 0.00 0.00 0.00
Dividend payout ratio % 0 0 0
Effective dividend yield % 0 0 0
Return of capital EUR 0 0 0
Return of capital per share EUR 0 0 0
Adjusted average number of shares
during the period 1,000 40,482 39,407 38,927
Adjusted number of shares at the
end of the period 1,000 40,664 39,663 39,279
Adjusted average number of shares
considering dilution effect* 1,000 40,482 39,407 38,927
Price per earnings ratio (P/E) neg. neg. neg.
Market capitalization 31 Dec mEUR 54.1 91.2 118.2

* Earnings per share is impacted by the accrued unpaid interest of hybrid capital securities. Stock options are excluded from the EPS diluted when the result is negative.

Share performance at Nasdaq Helsinki 2023 2022 2021
Average price EUR 1.64 2.40 2.51
Share price, year end EUR 1.325 2.30 3.01
Lowest quotation EUR 1.195 1.66 1.60
Highest quotation EUR 2.4 3.3 3.48
Volume of shares traded millions 3.8 7.2 8.6
Volume of shares traded, % of total number % 9.4 18.2 21.8
Value of shares traded mEUR 6.1 17.3 21.7

ALTERNATIVE PERFORMANCE MEASURE

SSH Communications Security presents an alternative performance measure, which is not defined by IFRS standards. Alternative performance measures should not be considered as substitute for performance measures in accordance with the IFRS.

EBITDA = Operating profit/loss + depreciation, amortization, and impairment

The following table presents the reconciliation of EBITDA to the operating profit/loss.

kEUR 2023 2022
EBITDA 1,817 2,672
Depreciation, amortization, and impairment -3,464 -3,115
Operating profit/loss -1,647 -443

Operating profit = profit/loss for the period + income taxes + financial income and expenses

CALCULATION OF FINANCIAL RATIOS

Profit/loss for the financial year
=
Equity (average during the financial year)
Return on Equity, % (ROE)
Profit/loss before taxes
Return on Investment, % (ROI)
=
Balance sheet total - Non-interest-bearing debts (average dur-
ing the financial period)
Equity Ratio, %
=
Equity
Balance sheet total - Advance payments received
Earnings Per Share (EPS)
=
Profit/loss for the financial period attributable to owners of the
parent company - Interest on hybrid capital securities
Average number of outstanding shares during the financial
period
Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS)
=
Profit/loss for the financial period attributable to owners of the
parent company - Interest on hybrid capital securities
Adjusted average number of shares considering dilution effect
= Dividend
Dividend Per Share Number of outstanding shares during the financial period
Dividend Pay-out Ratio, %
=
Dividend per share
Earnings per share
Equity Per Share Equity
= Number of outstanding shares on the financial statement date,
adjusted for share issue
Gearing, % = Interest-bearing debt - Liquid assets
Equity

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED COMPREHENSIVE INCOME STATEMENT

EUR Note 1 Jan-31 Dec 2023 1 Jan-31 Dec 2022
NET SALES 3 20,321,947 19,284,167
Cost of goods sold -93,711 -115,109
GROSS MARGIN 20,228,237 19,169,058
Other operating income 4 201,517 1,518,146
Sales and marketing costs 5, 6 -9,431,166 -8,841,883
R&D costs 5, 6 -7,850,736 -7,204,987
Administrative costs 5, 6 -4,794,705 -5,083,252
OPERATING PROFIT/LOSS -1,646,853 -442,918
Finance income 7 15,361 323,549
Finance costs 8 -785,097 -562,278
PROFIT/LOSS BEFORE TAXES -2,416,588 -681,647
Income tax expense 9 100,978 86,137
PROFIT/LOSS FOR THE YEAR -2,315,611 -595,510
Proft/loss attributable to:
Owners of the parent company -2,707,437 -533,579
Non-controlling interests 391,826 -61,932
TOTAL -2,315,611 -595,510
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:
Translation differences 234,433 -404,653
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE INCOME FOR THE YEAR -2,081,178 -1,000,164
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Owners of the parent company -2,471,555 -938,980
Non-controlling interests 390,378 -61,184
TOTAL -2,081,178 -1,000,164
Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share (EUR) 10 -0,10 -0,05
Diluted earnings per share (EUR) 10 -0,10 -0,05

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

ASSETS
EUR Note 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Property, plant and equipment 11 283,158 268,633
Right-of-use assets 12, 23 1,187,874 876,526
Intangible assets 13 21,140,810 21,519,186
Investments 11,000 11,000
Total non-current assets 22,622,841 22,675,345
CURRENT ASSETS
Inventories 14 380,539 327,149
Trade receivables 15 3,561,839 8,100,578
Other receivables 16 662,507 600,848
Prepaid expenses and accrued expenses 463,564 383,801
Income tax receivables 9 333,821
Current financial assets 19 1,508,254
Cash and cash equivalents 19 2,153,105 5,719,583
Total current assets 8,729,808 15,465,781
TOTAL ASSETS 31,352,649 38,141,126

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
EUR Note 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
EQUITY ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE PARENT COMPANY SHAREHOLDERS
Share capital 17 1,219,933 1,189,893
Translation differences -1,483,532 -1,719,414
Unrestricted invested equity fund 25,552,743 24,410,412
Hybrid capital securities 12,000,000 12,000,000
Retained earnings -34,420,997 -30,753,841
Equity attributable to the parent company shareholders 2,868,147 5,127,051
Non-controlling interests 6,350,362 5,959,985
Total equity 9,218,509 11,087,036
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Non-current interest-bearing liabilities 18,22 745,000 1,245,000
Lease liabilities 18,23 719,606 497,495
Other non-current liabilities 1,666,796
Advances received and deferred revenue 15 2,429,415 3,535,860
Deferred tax liabilities 1,226,130 1,401,661
Total non-current liabilities 5,120,152 8,346,811
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Trade and other payables 21 5,872,577 7,288,510
Current interest-bearing liabilities 18,22 500,000 500,000
Lease liabilities 18,23 468,493 380,447
Advances received and deferred revenue 15 10,172,919 10,538,322
Total current liabilities 17,013,988 18,707,279
TOTAL LIABILITIES 22,134,140 27,054,091
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 31,352,649 38,141,126

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT

EUR Note 1 Jan-31 Dec 2023 1 Jan-31 Dec 2022
Cash flows from operating activities
Receipts from customers 3, 15 22,607,145 20,476,460
Payments to suppliers and employees 5, 21 -19,516,880 -16,554,195
Cash flows from operating activities before financial items and
taxes 3,090,265 3,922,265
Interest paid and payments on other financial costs -135,489 -169,029
Interest received and other financial income 6,861 6,980
Income taxes paid 288,331 -746,511
Net cash flows from operating activities 3,249,969 3,013,704
whereof change in working capital 1,636,393 1,708,556
Cash flows from investing activities
Investments in tangible and intangible assets 11, 13 -2,667,457 -2,535,450
Investments in financial assets 19 -1,500,000 0
Acquisition of a subsidiary, net of cash acquired -1,670,000 -1,670,000
Receipt of government grants 4 196,941 738,009
Net cash flows from investing activities -5,640,516 -3,467,441
Cash flows from financing activities
Change in current debt -500,000 -500,000
Proceeds from subordinated debt 19 -582,000
Interest paid on hybrid capital securities -1,380,000 -1,380,000
Proceeds from shares subscribed with option rights 1,172,370 719,851
Principal portion of finance lease payments 23 -409,805 -431,423
Net cash flows from financing activities -1,117,435 -2,173,572
Change in cash and cash equivalents -3,507,981 -2,627,309
Cash and cash equivalents in beginning of period 5,719,583 8,207,229
Exchange rate effect -58,496 139,663
Change in cash and cash equivalents -3,507,981 -2,627,309
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 2,153,105 5,719,583

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN CONSOLIDATED EQUITY

Attributable to the owners of the Company
Unrestricted Non
Share Hybrid capital Translation invested Retained controlling
EUR Note capital securities differences equity fund earnings Total interests Total equity
Equity 1 Jan 2022 17 1,178,367 12,000,000 -1,314,013 23,702,088 -29,561,871 6,004,570 6,021,169 12,025,739
Comprehensive profit/loss
Profit/loss for the year -533,579 -533,579 -61,932 -595 510
Other comprehensive items
Translation differences -405,401 -405,401 747 -404 653
Comprehensive profit/loss
for financial period, total -405,401 -533,579 -938,979 -61,184 -1,000,164
Hybrid capital securities -1,380,000 -1,380,000 -1 380 000
Share-based payment plans 721,609 721,609 721,609
Shares subscribed on option rights 11,526 708,324 719,851 719,851
Transactions with shareholders 11,526 708,324 -658,391 61,460 61,460
Equity 31 Dec 2022 1,189,893 12,000,000 -1,719,413 24,410,412 -30,753,841 5,127,051 5,959,985 11,087,035
Attributable to the owners of the Company
Unrestricted Non-con
Hybrid capital Translation invested eq Retained trolling in
EUR Note Share capital securities differences uity fund earnings Total terests Total equity
Equity 1 Jan 2023 17 1,189,893 12,000,000 -1,719,413 24,410,412 -30,753,841 5,127,051 5,959,985 11,087,035
Comprehensive profit/loss
Profit/loss for the year -2,707,437 -2,707,437 391,826 -2,315,611
Other comprehensive items
Translation differences 235,882 235,882 -1,449 234,433
Comprehensive profit/loss
for financial period, total 235,882 -2,707,437 -2,471,555 390,378 -2,081,178
Hybrid capital securities -1,380,000 -1,380,000 -1,380,000
Share-based payment plans 420,281 420,281 420,281
Shares subscribed on option
rights 30,039 1,142,331 1,172,371 1,172,371
Transactions with shareholders 30,039 1,142,331 -959,719 212,652 212,652
Equity 31 Dec 2023 1,219,933 12,000,000 -1,483,532 25,552,743 -34,420,997 2,868,147 6,350,362 9,218,509

CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS NOTES TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. GENERAL ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES

Basic information about the Group

SSH Communications Security Corporation helps organizations access, secure and control their digital core – their critical data, applications and services. In the rapidly growing global data economy, secure access that enables digital transformation at business velocity is the new competitive advantage.

Our thousands of customers include Fortune 500 companies, the world's largest financial institutions, and major organizations in all verticals. Our solutions guard against the rapidly changing threat landscape that includes both internal and external actors.

We generate shareholder value from a combination of our world-leading expertise, proven enterprise-class solutions, professional services, support offering, and from our strong IP portfolio and well-established licensing operations.

The SSH Communications Security Group consists of SSH Communications Security Corporation and its subsidiaries. SSH Communications Security Corporation (corporate id 1035804-9) is domiciled in Helsinki, Finland and is a publicly traded company, whose share is quoted on NASDAQ Helsinki Oy (SSH1V). SSH Communications Security Corporation has its registered office at address Karvaamokuja 2B, 00380 Helsinki, Finland.

The SSH Communications Security Board of Directors approved this financial statement for publication at its meeting on 21 February 2024. Under the Finnish Limited Liability Companies Act, the shareholders can accept or reject the financial statement at the AGM held after its publication. A copy of the financial statements is published as a part of the company's annual report.

The annual report is available on the company website at www.ssh.com, or at the head office of SSH Communications Security Corporation. All stock exchange bulletins are available on the company website www.ssh.com.

The iXBRL ESEF report is unaudited. The PDF version of the Financial Statements and report of the Board of Directors report is a voluntary publication.

Basis of preparation of financial statements

The consolidated financial statements have been prepared in compliance with the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). The forementioned standards are the standards and interpretations thereof approved for use in the EU pursuant to Regulation (EC) No. 1606/2002 implemented in the Finnish Accounting Act and legislation based thereon. The notes to the consolidated financial statements are also compliant with Finnish accounting and company legislation.

The consolidated financial statements are based on original acquisition costs unless otherwise noted in the accounting principles. The consolidated financial statements are presented in full euros unless otherwise stated.

Converting Foreign Currency Transactions

Items of each subsidiary included in the consolidated financial statements are measured using the currency of the operating environment of that subsidiary ('functional currency'). The consolidated financial statements are presented in euros, which is the functional and reporting currency of the parent company.

Transactions in Foreign Currency

Foreign currency denominated transactions are recognized at the exchange rate of the functional currency on the transaction date. In practice, the exchange rate used is approximately the rate of the transaction date. Outstanding receivables and liabilities in foreign currencies are measured using the exchange rates on the balance sheet date. Exchange rate differences are recorded in the income statement. Exchange rate gains and losses on financing are included in financing income and costs.

Translation of Financial Statements of Foreign Subsidiaries

The comprehensive income statements and cash flow statements of subsidiaries whose functional currency is other than EUR are translated into euros using the exchange rate of the transaction dates. In practice, the translations are done once a month using the monthly average exchange rate. Balance sheet items are translated into euros with the exchange rate of the balance sheet date. The translation of the comprehensive profit/loss for the financial period using different exchange rates in the comprehensive income statement on the one hand and in the balance sheet on the other causes a translation difference recognized under Group equity under other comprehensive profit/loss items.

Translation differences generated through elimination of the acquisition costs of foreign subsidiaries and translation of equity items accrued after acquisition are recognized under other comprehensive profit/loss items. When a subsidiary is sold, accumulated translation differences are recognized in the income statement as part of the gain or loss on the sale.

Use of estimates

Preparation of the consolidated financial statements in accordance with IFRS requires management to make estimates and assumptions affecting the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses, as well as the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The estimates and assumptions are based on historical experience and other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, which form the basis of making the judgments about carrying values. These estimates and assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis and possible effects of changes in estimates and assumptions are recognized during the period they are changed.

The estimates and assumptions that have a significant risk of causing adjustment to the carrying value of assets within next financial year relate to restructuring plans, impairment testing, claims, onerous contracts, pending patent litigations, and the probability of deferred tax assets being recovered against future taxable profits.

New and amended standards and interpretations

The Group has adopted the new standards and interpretations that took effect during the accounting period and are relevant to its operations. The IFRS standards and the amendments that

entered into force in 2023 had no impact on the Group's result, the financial position, or the presentation of the financial statements.

Changes that become effective later

The Group will adopt new and amended standards and interpretations as of the effective date or, if the date is other than the first day of the financial year, from the beginning of the subsequent financial year. The changes are not expected to have a material impact on SSH Communications Security's consolidated financial statements.

2. SEGMENT INFORMATION

SSH Communications Security Oyj has one reportable segment; the software business, due to business model, the nature of its operations and its governance structure.

SSH's operations have similar financial characteristic and are similar in terms of the nature of product and service production processes, types of customers, geographical characteristics, methods used in product or service distribution or service provision.

Segment reporting is consistent with the internal reporting submitted to the chief operating decision-maker. The Executive Management Team has been appointed as the chief operating decision-maker, responsible for allocating resources and assessing performance as well as making strategic decisions.

3. NET SALES

Accounting principles

Revenue Recognition

SSH Communications Security net sales derive mainly from software license sales and subscriptions, related support and maintenance fees, and consulting fees. Net sales comprise the invoiced value for the sale of goods and services adjusted with any discounts given, sales taxes, and exchange rate differences.

The revenue from product sales is recognized at the time when significant risks and rewards of the product or the right of use of the product have been transferred to the buyer and there is a binding contract between the parties, the delivery has taken place in accordance with the contract, the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, and it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will accrue to the Group. Control is transferred to the buyer at the point of time.

Maintenance sales, or revenue from support and maintenance contracts, are recognized evenly on an accrual basis throughout the contract period. Revenues from services are recognized when the service has been delivered and it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will accrue to the Group. Revenues from subscription contracts are recognized evenly on an accrual basis throughout the contract period. Revenues from hardware sales are recognized at the time when control of the hardware is transferred to the buyer. In case the hardware component is not determined to be distinct from the other performance obligations in the contract, revenue from hardware is recognized over time throughout the contract and classified as revenue from subscription contracts.

The revenue of royalties from licenses is recognized at the time of payment. Revenue from royalties is not material to the Group.

The Group customarily receives short-term advance payments from customers, but also from time-to-time substantial long-term advance payments for subscription or support and maintenance fees. In these cases, the financing component is accounted for and interest expenses are recorded for the duration of the advance payment.

Assets recognized from the costs to fulfill a contract with a customer

The Group recognizes the costs to fulfill a contract with a customer as an asset when expecting to recover the costs, the costs relate directly to a contract that can be identified, and the costs generate resources that are used to satisfy a performance obligation.

Costs recognized as an asset are costs of hardware that relate directly to a contract that is subscription based. Amortization of costs is calculated on a straight-line basis over the period of a contract to which the assets recognized from the costs relates to. Amortized costs are recognized as costs of goods sold.

Incremental costs of obtaining a contract

The Group recognizes the incremental costs of obtaining a contract as an asset when expecting to recover the costs, the costs relate directly to a contract that can be identified, and the costs generate resources that are used to satisfy a performance obligation.

Incremental costs recognized as an asset are sales incentive commissions paid to an employee, that relate directly to a contract that is subscription based. Amortization of costs is calculated on a straight-line basis over the period of a contract to which the assets recognized from the costs relates to. Amortized costs are recognized as commission costs in salaries and staff related costs.

EUR 2023 2022
BY OPERATION
Subscription sales 11,087,410 8,735,935
License sales 868,598 1,916,280
Maintenance sales 7,802,878 8,212,864
Professional services & others 563,060 419,087
Total 20,321,947 19,284,167
BY GEOGRAPHICAL SEGMENT
AMERICAS 7,799,041 6,985,617
APAC 1,495,181 1,500,010
EMEA 4,181,656 3,618,492
Finland 6,846,069 7,180,048
Total 20,321,947 19,284,167

In 2023 or 2022, no customer's revenue accounted for more than ten percent of the Group's net sales.

Obligations for returns is defined to cover the value of hardware purchase price when the company is not able to provide hardware return service based on agreed service level. The return value excludes the value of licenses and other services sold.

The warranty for hardware items is limited to 12 months. Warranty may be extended up to five years by purchasing the warranty service.

2023
EUR Finland Rest of Europe US Other countries Group total
Revenue 6,846,069 3,819,376 7,093,945 2,562,557 20,321,947
Assets 22,046,885 - 528,144 47,812 22,622,841
2022
EUR Finland Rest of Europe US Other countries Group total
Revenue 7,180,048 3,618,492 6,336,074 2,149,554 19,284,167
Assets 22,414,146 - 233,849 27,350 22,675,345

Revenues presented based on the basis of customer location and non-current assets presented on the basis of their location:

4. OTHER OPERATING INCOME

Accounting principles Government Grants Grants received from the government for purchase of tangible assets are entered as a deduction of the book value of the asset when there is reasonable assurance that the company will receive the grant and will comply with the conditions attaching to the grant. Grants are recognized as income over the life of a depreciable asset by way of a reduced depreciation. Government grants that are intended to compensate for costs are recognized as income over the same period as the related costs are recognized. These government grants are presented under other operating income.

Other operating income includes EUR 0.2 million received government grants (EUR 0.8 million). In 2022 other operating income also included EUR 0.7 million resulting from reversal of the earn-out consideration reserve related to the acquisition of SSH Secure Collaboration.

5. OTHER OPERATING COSTS

EUR 2023 2022
Employee benefit expenses
Wages and salaries -11,785,507 -11,617,635
Pensions, defined contribution plan -1,604,863 -1,395,149
Other social security costs -677,644 -815,652
Stock options issued -420,281 -721,609
Total -14,488,295 -14,550,044

Information about remuneration of the key management personnel is presented in note 26. Related party transactions and information on the options granted is presented in the note 20. Share-based payments.

Number of personnel 2023 2022
Average during the financial period 150 132
At the end of the financial period 158 144
Personnel distribution by function on 31
Dec
Sales, marketing, and customer support 60 53
Research and development 77 74
Administration 21 17
Total 158 144

Research and development costs recognized as costs

EUR 2023 2022
Total -7,850,736 -7,204,987

Other operating costs

EUR 2023 2022
External services -4,808,608 -4,389,755
Depreciation -3,463,567 -3,114,745
Other costs -1,603,161 -1,123,023
Total -9,875,336 -8,627,522

Auditor's fees

Auditor's fees categorized into service groups were:

EUR 2023 2022
Principal auditor Ernst & Young Oy
Statutory auditing -88,296 -94,158
Other auditing services -7,400 -21,400
Other auditing firms:
Statutory auditing -20,360 -11,436
Tax guidance -7,465 -7,274
Total -123,521 -134,267

6. DEPRECIATIONS AND IMPAIRMENTS

EUR 2023 2022
BY ASSET CATEGORY
Machinery and equipment 147,609 95,288
Right-of-use assets 412,929 414,738
Software & other intangible assets 1,298,709 1,248,270
Capitalized development costs 1,604,320 1,356,448
Total 3,463,566 3,114,745
BY FUNCTION
Sales and marketing 19,354 14,779
Research and development 2,110,350 1,787,598
Administration 1,333,862 1,312,367
Total 3,463,566 3,114,745

7. FINANCIAL INCOME

EUR 2023 2022
Interest revenue 6,861 6,980
Net change in fair value of other investments at fair
value through profit or loss 8,254
Exchange rate gains, loans,
and other receivables 246 316,570
Total 15,361 323,549

8. FINANCIAL COSTS

EUR 2023 2022
Exchange rate losses, loans, and other receivables -85,759 -148,658
Interest arising from revenue contracts -502,728 -142,675
Interest on lease liabilities -27,485 -24,046
Other financial costs -169,124 -246,899
Total -785,097 -562,278

9. INCOME TAXES

Accounting principles

Income tax

Tax expenses in the income statement comprise tax based on taxable income for the period and deferred tax. Income tax is recognized in the income statement except for taxes related to items recognized under comprehensive profit/loss or directly under equity, in which case the tax impact will be incorporated in the aforementioned items. Tax based on taxable income for the period is calculated using the corporate income tax rate (and tax laws) effective in each country, adjusted for any tax from previous periods.

Deferred taxes are calculated on temporary differences between the book value and taxable value. The largest temporary differences arise from unused tax losses which are deductible later.

Deferred taxes are calculated using the statutory tax bases with confirmed content announced by the closing date or with generally accepted tax bases. Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that taxable income against which the temporary difference can be applied will materialize in the future.

EUR 2023 2022
Income taxes 100,978 86,137
Total 100,978 86,137
EUR 2023 2022
Profit/loss before taxes -2,416,588 -681,647
Tax at parent company tax rate (20%) 483,317 136,329
Effect of foreign subsidiaries' differing tax rates 695 3,233
Non-deductible expenses -7,405 -7,099
Tax exempt revenue 8,925 8,382
Tax deductible hybrid loan interest expenses 276,000 276,000
Use of previously unrecognized tax losses 181,540 325,088
Tax assets not recognized for reported losses -555,734 -92,559
Tax assets not recognized for unused tax deprecia
tions -211,895 -550,320
Income taxes from previous years -1,592 -44,529
Other direct taxes -877 -1,247
Other temporary differences -71,997 32,859
Income taxes 100,978 86,137

Reconciliation of income taxes and profit/loss before taxes

The amount of Group's unused tax losses, for which no deferred tax asset has been recognized based on the prudence principle, is EUR 5.3 million (EUR 8.7 million). EUR 1.3 million (EUR 1.8 million) of the tax losses are in Finland, and EUR 4.3 million (EUR 6.9 million) in the USA. The tax losses expire in Finland between the years 2024–2031, and in the USA between the years 2024– 2038. The amount of unrecognized deferred tax assets from the tax losses is EUR 1.7 million (EUR 1.8 million). The figures include use of losses in 2023 which have not yet been confirmed in taxation.

In addition, the parent company has EUR 42.9 million (EUR 43.4 million) research and development expenses and depreciations not deducted in taxation and the amount of unrecognized deferred tax assets resulting from those is EUR 8.6 million (EUR 8.7 million).

The Group's subsidiaries do not have earnings that would cause tax consequences when repatriated.

10. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Accounting principles

Earnings per share

Earnings per share

Earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit/ loss for the financial year attributable to the owners by the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding during the financial year. Earnings per share is impacted by unpaid interest of hybrid capital securities.

Diluted earnings per share

A dilutive effect caused by stock options exists when the subscription price of a share is lower than the fair value of the share. In the calculation of diluted earnings per share, stock options are only considered dilutive when their conversion to ordinary shares would decrease earnings per

share or increase the loss per share from continuing operations. In other words, when the Group declares a loss, no dilutive effect will be calculated. Diluted earnings per share is impacted by unpaid interest of hybrid capital securities.

EUR 2023 2022
Profit/loss attributable to shareholders
of the parent company -2,707,437 -533,579
Hybrid loan interest expense -1,380,000 -1,380,000
Profit/loss considering dilution effect -4,087,437 -1,913,597
Weighted average number of
shares in issue, 1,000 40,482 39,407
Average number of shares outstanding 40,481,569 39,407,304
Earnings per share -0.10 -0.05
Adjusted average number of shares
considering dilution effect, 1,000 40,482 39,407
Av. nr. of shares considering dilution effect* 40,481,569 39,407,304
Earnings per share, diluted -0.10 -0.05
*Stock options are excluded when calculating the diluted earnings per share when the result is loss and EPS is
negative

11. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Accounting principles

Property, Plant, and Equipment

The property, plant, and equipment of Group companies are measured in the balance sheet at cost less accumulated straight-line depreciation and eventual impairment losses. When a part of a non-current assets item is treated as a separate asset, expenses related to its replacement are capitalized and any remaining book value is written off. Expenses incurring later are included in the class of property, plant, and equipment only if it is probable that the property will provide future economic benefits to the Group and that the acquisition cost can be reliably determined. Other repair and maintenance expenses are recognized in profit/loss as and when incurred.

Depreciation is calculated on a straight-line basis to reduce the purchase value of each asset item to its residual value over its estimated useful life.

  • Machinery and equipment: 5 years from month of acquisition.
  • Computer hardware: 3-5 years from month of acquisition.
  • Leasehold improvements of rental premises: According to the lease term, though no more than 7 years from year of acquisition.

The residual value and useful life of assets are reviewed for each financial statement and, if necessary, adjusted to indicate changes expected in the assets' economic benefits. Capital gains and losses are determined by comparing proceeds received with the book value of sold assets. Impairment losses incurred through transfer are recognized under other operating costs.

EUR 2023 2022
Machinery and equipment
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 2,432,571 2,211,773
Exchange rate effect -10,272 16,414
Increase 162,395 204,383
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 2,584,694 2,432,571
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 2,176,328 2,069,306
Exchange rate effect -9,882 11,734
Depreciation for the financial period 142,685 95,288
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 2,309,130 2,176,328
Book value 31 Dec 275,563 256,243
EUR 2023 2022
Other tangible assets
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 79,673 76,428
Exchange rate effect -1,935 3,245
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 77,738 79,673
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 67,283 59,241
Exchange rate effect -1,935 3,245
Depreciation for the financial period 4,796 4,796
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 70,144 67,283
Book value 31 Dec 7,594 12,391
Book value of tangible assets 31 Dec 283,158 268,634

12. RIGHT-OF-USE ASSETS

EUR 2023 2022
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 2,380,447 1,637,695
Exchange rate effect -25,880 22,778
Increase 813,713 909,903
Decrease -83,308 -189,928
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 3,084,972 2,380,447
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 1,503,921 1,068,347
Exchange rate effect -19,752 20,837
Depreciation for the financial period 412,929 414,738
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 1,897,098 1,503,922
Book value of right-of-use assets 31 Dec 1,187,874 876,526

Right-of-use assets include mainly leased offices.

The increase in right-of-use assets in 2023 is mainly due to a change in the accounting estimate of lease liabilities and the extension of the US office lease agreement. The management of SSH evaluates lease terms of the agreements that have no fixed expiration date or notice period of less than 12 months.

The lease agreement of the office in the US was extended until January 2027 and from the beginning of October 2023, the company leased new office space to accommodate the new APAC HQ. The lease term in the US is three years, whereas in the APAC, it is a non-fixed term contract. These contracts added right-of-use assets and lease liabilities with EUR 0.4 million in 2023.

More information on leases is presented in the note 23. Leases.

13. INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Accounting principles

Intangible Assets

Research and Development Costs

Research and development costs are expensed as they are incurred, except for those development costs that are capitalized if the criteria in IAS 38 are met. The most significant development costs to be capitalized constitute R&D personnel costs and sub-contracting costs. Development costs once recognized as costs are not capitalized in subsequent financial periods.

Intangible assets not yet available for use are tested annually for impairment. Subsequently capitalized development costs are measured at cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses. They are amortized on a straight-line basis over their useful lives, estimated 5 years.

Software

Software includes acquired software licenses. These assets are entered in the balance sheet at cost and depreciated on a straight-line basis over their economic lifetime. The residual value and useful life of assets are reviewed for each financial statement and, if necessary, adjusted to indicate changes expected in the assets' economic benefits. The economic lifetime does not generally exceed 5 years. The depreciation period for software acquired for internal use is 3–5 years.

Other Immaterial Rights

Immaterial rights include obtained technology patents, trademarks, customer registers, and technology rights. These are entered in the balance sheet at cost and depreciated on a straight-line basis over their economic lifetime. The residual value and useful life of assets are reviewed for each financial statement and, if necessary, adjusted to indicate changes expected in the assets' economic benefits. The economic lifetime is generally 5 to 10 years.

Impairment of Tangible and Intangible Assets

The Group will review on each balance sheet date whether there is any indication of an impaired asset. Whenever indicators of impairment exist, the book value of such an asset is compared with its recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is the fair value of the asset less the costs of its sale, or its value in use, whichever is higher. The value in use is the present value of the future cash flows expected to be derived from an asset or cash-generating unit. The discount rate used to calculate the above is pre-tax rate that reflects the current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset.

Whenever the book value of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount, an impairment loss will be recognized for that asset. The impairment loss is recognized immediately in the income statement. After the recognition of an impairment loss, the economic lifetime of an asset subject to depreciation is re-evaluated. An impairment loss recognized in prior period for an asset other than goodwill will be reversed if there is a change in the estimates that have been used in assessing the recoverable amount of that asset.

Goodwill

Acquisitions are accounted for using the acquisition method. Goodwill represents the excess of acquisition cost over the fair values of identified acquired assets and liabilities of acquired companies. Goodwill is stated at historical cost less any accumulated impairment losses. Goodwill represents the value of the acquired market share, business knowledge and the synergies obtained in connection with the acquisition. The carrying amount of goodwill is not amortized, but is tested for impairment annually or more frequently if any indication of impairment exists.

The Group assesses the carrying amount of goodwill annually or more frequently if any indication of impairment exists. Goodwill is allocated to the cash generating units (CGUs) of the Group, which are identified according to the country of operation and business unit at the level at which goodwill is monitored for internal management purposes. The recoverable amount of a CGU is determined by value-in-use calculations. In assessing the recoverable amount, estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value. Cash flow estimates are based on operative managerial estimates. The discount rate is the weighted average cost of capital (WACC) for the main currency area in the location of the CGU (country or business area), which reflects the market assessment of the time value of money and the risks specific in SSH Communications Security's business. Any impairment loss of goodwill is recognized immediately as an expense and is not subsequently reversed.

EUR 2023 2022
Development costs
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 15,715,539 13,792,363
Increase 2,135,081 1,923,176
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 17,850,620 15,715,539
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 11,671,674 10,315,227
Depreciation for the financial period 1,604,320 1,356,447
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 13,275,994 11,671,674
Book value 31 Dec 4,574,626 4,043,865
EUR 2023 2022
Customer related intangible assets
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 8,188,079 8,188,079
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 8,188,079 8,188,079
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 1,418,981 605,173
Depreciation for the financial period 813,808 813,808
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 2,232,789 1,418,981
Book value 31 Dec 5,955,290 6,769,098
EUR 2023 2022
Other immaterial rights
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 6,550,223 6,210,006
Increase 382,188 340,217
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 6,932,411 6,550,223
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 4,438,624 3,991,726
Depreciation for the financial period 425,690 406,398
Impairment 51,828 40,500
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 4,916,142 4,438,624
Book value 31 Dec 2,016,269 2,111,598
Goodwill 8,594,625 8,594,625
Book value of intangible assets 31 Dec 21,140,810 21,519,186

On April 26, 2021, the group's subsidiary Kyberleijona Oy acquired 100% of the voting shares of SSH Secure Collaboration Oy. SSH Secure Collaboration Oy changed its name from Deltagon Oy in 2023. The acquisition increased the group's customer related and technology based intangible assets EUR 8.5 million and goodwill arising on acquisition EUR 8.6 million, the total increase as a result of the acquisition on the intangible assets being EUR 17.1 million. Customer related and technology based intangible assets are amortized over time, whereas goodwill has indefinite useful life. The estimated remaining useful life of customer related intangible assets is 10 years and technology based intangible assets five years.

Goodwill

Goodwill is not amortized but is tested at least annually for impairment. The group's goodwill from acquisition is allocated to one the cash generating unit (CGU) which is SSH Secure Collaboration. The recoverable amount from CGU is determined with a value in use method, using fiveyear cash flow projections, based on financial estimates prepared by the management. Cash flows for the period extending over the five-year planning period are calculated using the terminal value method.

The key parameters applied in impairment testing are: increase in net sales during the next year 5 % and the following four years 5 % to 8 %, annual growth rate in projecting terminal value 1 %

and discount rate 17.9 %. The key parameters were determined based on the growth expectations and also the historical growth of the CGU. The discount rate is the weighted average pre-tax cost of capital (WACC). The components of the WACC are risk-free rate, market risk premium, company-specific risk premium (small stock premium 4.0 %), industry specific equity beta, cost of debt and debt to equity ratio. Tested assets include goodwill, customer related and technology based intangible assets, capitalized R&D costs and net working capital.

An asset is impaired when its carrying amount exceeds its recoverable amount. On the basis of the impairment calculations made, there has been no need for impairment for the CGU for the period ended December 31, 2023. The value-in-use amount of SSH Secure Collaboration CGU exceeded the book value by EUR 8.3 million.

Sensitivity analyses of goodwill have been carried out for the valuation of CGU by making downside scenarios for key parameters. If other parameters remain unchanged, increase in discount rate over 10.77 %, or more than 2.66 % annual decrease in revenue for the next five years would result in impairment.

No goodwill impairment losses were recognized during the accounting period.

Impairment testing of capitalized development costs

At the end of the year, the company has tested the value of capitalized development costs using a moderate growth rate compared to year 2023 net sales and year 2023 cost structure. The cash flow forecasts of new products in the market are based on year 2024 budget and long-term strategy estimates. The discount rate used in the testing was 11 %. As a result of the testing, no impairment risk was detected. According to the sensitivity analyses carried out, even a significant change in key variables (net sales, profitability and discount rate) would not create a situation where the carrying value of an asset would exceed its recoverable amount.

14. INVENTORIES

Accounting principles

Inventories

Inventories are valued at cost or at a net realizable value, whichever is lower. Inventories comprise finished goods for sale. Cost is determined using the weighted average method. Inventories are presented net of write-down recognized for obsolete inventories.

EUR 2023 2022
Finished goods 378,628 327,149
Goods in transit 1,910
Total inventories 380,539 327,149

15. TRADE RECEIVABLES AND CONTRACT LIABILITIES

Accounting principles

Impairment of trade receivables

The Group applies the IFRS 9 simplified approach to measuring expected credit losses which uses a lifetime expected loss allowance for all trade receivables and contract assets. Credit losses are recognized in the income statement in other operating expenses.

The Group recognizes an impairment loss on trade receivables when it is expected that the receivable will not be recovered in full. Significant financial difficulties, the likelihood of bankruptcy, neglect of payments, or delay of payment by more than 90 days on part of a debtor may be considered to constitute such evidence for an impairment loss on trade receivables.

Trade receivables

EUR 2023 2022
Total trade receivables 3,561,839 8,100,578
By currency
EUR 2023 2022
EUR 1,531,156 4,724,338
USD 1,658,301 3,028,880
CHF 313,505 281,679
SEK 58,877 65,681
Total 3,561,839 8,100,578

By age

ECL
EUR rate 2023 2022
Non-matured 0.5 % 2,916,592 7,592,107
Matured
< 30 days 2.0,% 624,669 405,965
31-60 days 3.0,% 35,687 24,215
61-90 days 10.0,% 198 101,258
91-120 days 20.0,% 4,637 184
121-180 days 30.0,% 0
> 181 days 100.0,% 482 61,409
Allowance for expected credit
losses, Dec 31 -20,426 -84,560
Total 3,561,839 8,100,578

Trade receivables' payment terms vary. The majority of trade receivables are sold with payment terms of 30 days net.

The Group does not fully record impairment losses on receivables older than 90 days, as historically credit losses have been very small.

The book value of trade receivables and trade payables equals their fair value because the impact of discounting is not significant considering the maturity of these items.

Contract liabilities

EUR 2023 2022
Deferred revenue 12,555,190 14,058,833
Government grants received 47,144 15,348
Total advances received and deferred revenue 12,602,334 14,074,182

16. OTHER RECEIVABLES

EUR 2023 2022
VAT receivables 64,352 84,190
Deposits 147,728 149,175
Prepaid assets 446,436 356,614
Other current receivables 3,991 10,868
Total 662,507 600,848

Prepaid assets

The Group's prepaid assets consist of costs of goods sold and sales commissions. Costs of goods sold that are costs to fulfill a contract with a customer are recognized as an asset when the contract period is 12 months or longer, costs are material, and revenue from the contract is recognized over time.

Sales incentive commissions that are incremental costs of obtaining a contract with a customer are recognized as an asset when the contract period is 12 months or longer, and costs to fulfill the contract are material, and revenue from the contract is recognized over time.

Assets are amortized over time during the contract period in proportion to the revenue from the contract.

The amortized amount of prepaid assets in 2023 is EUR 48,994 (57,734). No impairment of prepaid assets was recorded in 2023.

17. NOTES TO EQUITY

Accounting principles

Share capital

Share capital consists of ordinary shares of the parent company classified as equity. Dividends paid on ordinary shares are deducted from equity in the period during which the decision to distribute dividends is made in the Annual General Meeting.

Share issue costs

Costs directly related to an issue of new shares, other than costs attributable to a business combination, are deducted, net of tax, from the proceeds recognized under equity.

Own shares

If SSH Communications Security Corporation or its subsidiaries purchase parent company SSH Communications Security Corporation's shares, the compensation paid, including any related incremental external costs, net of tax, is deducted from total equity as own shares until the shares are canceled or transferred. If own shares are subsequently sold, any compensation received will be recognized under equity. The Group companies held no shares in the parent company on December 31, 2023 or December 31, 2022.

According to the Articles of Association, SSH Communications Security Corporation has a minimum share capital of EUR 600,000 and a maximum share capital of EUR 2,400,000, within which limits the share capital may be raised or lowered without amending the Articles of Association. The nominal value of one share is EUR 0.03; hence, the minimum number of shares is 20 million and maximum number is 80 million. The company has one series of shares; each share entitles its holder to one vote at the shareholders' meeting. The share capital of the company, registered in the Trade Register and fully paid up as of 31 December 2023 was EUR 1,219,932.66 (EUR 1,189,893.18), and the number of shares was 40,664,422 (39,663,106).

Share capital,
Changes in the share capital Number of shares EUR
31 Dec 2022 39,663,106 1,189,893
Subscriptions under stock option plan 1,001,316 30,039
31 Dec 2023 40,664,422 1,219,932

DESCRIPTION OF THE EQUITY RESERVES:

Share capital

The share capital includes the share subscription prices from share issues and share subscriptions through options unless the conditions of the share issue stipulate that the subscription price shall be registered in the unrestricted invested equity fund. Expenses related to share issue are deducted from retained earnings.

Translation differences

The translation differences fund comprises the exchange rate differences arising from the translation of the financial statements of the foreign subsidiaries.

Unrestricted invested equity fund

The unrestricted equity fund consists of the dissolved share premium fund formed by share subscriptions under option rights and includes share subscription prices insofar as not registered as share capital based on a specific decision.

Hybrid capital securities

Hybrid capital securities is an instrument that is subordinated to the Company's other debt obligations and does not have maturity date (i.e. it is perpetual). It is treated as equity in the IFRS financial statements. Hybrid capital securities do not confer to their holders any rights of shareholders and do not dilute the holdings of the current shareholders.

The other equity fund consists of hybrid capital securities of EUR 12 million issued in March 2015, subscribed by institutional investors. The principal owner of the parent company, Mr. Tatu Ylönen, subscribed EUR 500,000 of the hybrid capital securities. The capital securities had a fixed interest rate of 7.5 percent until 30 March 2020, after which the interest rate increased by four percentage points to 11.5 percent. The capital securities have no maturity date, but the issuer had the right to redeem them after 3 but before 5 years from the issue date, upon certain conditions, or after 5 years from the issue date. The investors had the right to convert the capital loan into the Company's shares at EUR 4.76 per share until 30 March 2020.

18. CAPITAL MANAGEMENT

Accounting principles

Financial liabilities

The Group's financial liabilities are classified into financing liabilities recognized at fair value through profit/loss or other financial liabilities (financing liabilities recognized at amortized acquisition cost). A financial liability is classified as current if the Group does not have the absolute right to postpone repayment to at least 12 months from the end of the period under review. A financial liability (or part thereof) will not be written off the balance sheet until it has ceased to exist, i.e. when the obligation specified in the agreement has been discharged or reversed and its period of validity has expired.

The Group did not have any derivative contracts during 2023 or 2022.

Other financial liabilities (financing liabilities recognized at amortized cost) include, most significantly, trade payables.

The objective in managing Group capital is to secure the ability to continue operating. The structure of the capital can be managed through decisions concerning, for instance, dividends and other distribution of assets, purchase of the company's own shares, and share issues. Capital management concerns equity recognized in the balance sheet. There are no requirements imposed by

outside parties on the Group's capital management. In March 2015 the Group issued hybrid capital securities which are included in the Group's equity.

The indicators depicting the capital structure are the equity ratio and gearing.

Net liabilities
EUR 2023 2022
Interest-bearing liabilities 1,245,000 1,745,000
Lease liabilities 1,188,099 877,942
Cash and cash equivalents 2,153,105 5,719,583
Net liabilities 279,993 -3,096,641
Equity total 9,218,509 11,087,036
Equity ratio 49.16 % 46.07 %
Gearing 3.04 % -27.93 %

The interest-bearing liabilities consist of a premium loan received from ELO mutual pension insurance company EUR 1.2 million.

19. FINANCIAL ASSETS

Accounting principles

Financial assets

The Group has classified its financial assets into the following categories: financial assets at fair value through profit or loss, financial assets at fair value through comprehensive income statement, and financial assets at amortized value.

The assets are classified at initial recognition; the classification is based on the business model used in managing the financial assets and contractual terms of the cash flows. The assets are initially recognized at fair value. Transaction costs are included in the original book value of an asset if the asset is not to be recognized at fair value through profit or loss. Financial assets are written off from the balance sheet when the contractual right to cash flows from an asset included in financial assets ends or when the significant risks and rewards related to the asset are transferred outside the Group. All asset purchases and sales are recognized on the date of the transaction.

Financial assets at fair value through profit or loss include financial assets that are designated as financial assets at fair value through profit and loss upon initial recognition. In SSH this category includes money market investments. Changes in fair values of financial assets and realized and unrealized gains and losses are recognized in the income statement under financial items during the period when they incur.

The Group assesses at each balance sheet date whether an individual financial asset or group of financial assets is impaired.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand, short-term deposits at banks, and other shortterm liquid investments. Assets classified as cash and cash equivalents have a maturity of three months or less at the time of acquisition.

EUR 2023 2022
Cash and cash equivalents 2,153,105 5,719,583
Financial assets at FVTPL 1,508,254
Total financial assets 3,661,359 5,719,583

Cash and cash equivalents

EUR 2023 2022
Cash and short-term deposits 2,153,105 5,719,583

Financial assets at FVTPL

EUR 2023 2022
Fair value as at Jan 1 0
Increases 1,500,000
Change in fair value 8,254
Fair value as at Dec 31 1,508,254

The Group's financial assets at fair value through profit or loss consist of low-risk investment basket, which invests its assets in short-term securities. The fair value of investment basket is based on the market values of the investment objects as reported by the asset management company. Changes in the fair value are recognized in the income statement under financial items. The investment basket is classified at fair value hierarchy level 1, meaning that the fair values are based on the quotation at the end of the reporting period of similar assets or liabilities.

20. SHARE-BASED PAYMENTS AND EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Accounting principles Employee Benefits Pensions The Group's pension schemes comply with the relevant regulations and practices in each relevant country. Pension security for the Group personnel is handled through external pension insurance companies. The Group applies defined contribution pension plans, in which the Group pays fixed contributions to an outside unit. The Group has no obligation to make additional payments in

case the recipient of the contributions cannot discharge its pension payment obligations.

Contributions under the defined contribution plan are recognized in the income statement for the financial period during which the contributions were made.

Share-based payments

Option rights have been issued to the Group management and personnel. Option rights are issued with a fixed subscription price determined in the terms and conditions of the option plan.

Option rights are measured at fair value on their date of issue and recognized as a cost in the income statement on a straight-line basis over the vesting period. The expense determined at the time of issuing the stock options is based on the Group's estimate of the number of stock options to which it is assumed that rights will vest by the end of the vesting period. The fair value is determined using the Black-Scholes pricing model. The non-market criteria are not included in the fair value of the option but considered in the number of stock options that are assumed to vest at the end of the vesting period. On the date of each financial statement, the Group updates its estimate of the final amount of the stock options that will vest, and changes in this estimate are recognized in the income statement. When the option rights are exercised, the proceeds received, net of any transaction costs, are recognized under share capital and unrestricted invested equity fund.

In the company's industry, it is common practice internationally that incentives are provided to employees in the form of equity settled share-based instruments, such as options. Personnel of the company belong to options plans. An employee leaving the company before the vesting of the options forfeits their options.

On the balance sheet date, SSH Communications Security had 1,773,809 stock options outstanding (2,302,127), representing 4.4 % of shares and 4.4 % of votes. The weighted average exercise price of outstanding stock options was EUR 2.3 (EUR 1.0). The weighted average of the remaining subscription period was 2.2 years (1.2 years). The exercise price varies from EUR 0.93 to EUR 2.98, and the remaining subscription period is from 0.2 years to 3.1 years.

A person holding option rights is entitled to subscribe shares if employed by SSH at the beginning of the subscription period.

Option
plan
Option
certificate
Release date Subscription period Subscription
price, EUR
Options not
exercised
Begin End
2018 2018 22 Feb 2018 1 Dec 2020 31 Mar 2022 2.09 0
2019 A 2019 A 18 Dec 2018 1 Dec 2021 31 Mar 2023 1.56 281,329
2020 A 2020 A 13 Feb 2020 1 Dec 2022 31 Mar 2024 0.93 374,609
2022 A 2022 A 23 Feb 2022 22 Feb 2024 31 Mar 2026 2.98 980,000
2023A 2023A 1 Jan 2023 23 Feb 2024 31 Mar 2027 2.24 980,000
Total 2,615,938

Information about option plans:

Changes in outstanding stock options:

2023 2022
At the beginning
of the financial period 2,302,127 1,915,334
Stock options granted 935,200 914,000
Stock option forfeited 81,000 93,000
Stock options expired 392,202 50,000
Stock options exercised 990,316 384,207
At the end of the financial period 1,773,809 2,302,127
Exercisable option rights at the end of the financial period 1,773,809 2,302,127

The fair value of option programs is determined at the time the options are granted and is recorded as an expense in the profit/loss during the period of inception. The fair value is determined using the Black-Scholes pricing model. The parameters for options granted in 2023 are:

2023
Share price at grant, EUR 1.64
Share price at financial period end, EUR 1.32
Exercise price, EUR 2.24
Expected volatility1 52.6 %
Maturity, years 3.80
Risk-free rate 2.93 %
Expected dividends, EUR 0.00
Valuation model Black-Scholes
Fair value 31 Dec 2023, EUR 470,162

1 The expected volatility has been determined by calculating the historical volatility of the company's shares using monthly observations over corresponding maturity.

Share-based payments recognized as an expense, EUR 2023 2022
Share-based payments, equity-settled 420,281 721,609

21. TRADE AND OTHER PAYABLES

EUR 2023 2022
Trade payables 481,795 680,205
Personnel related 3,169,239 3,911,966
Accruals 43,049 46,404
VAT liabilities 356,371 801,895
Other liabilities 1,822,123 1,848,040
Total 5,872,577 7,288,510

22. FINANCIAL RISK MANAGEMENT

The Group is exposed to financial risks in its normal business. The purpose of the Group's risk management is to minimize negative impacts of changes on financial markets to Group income.

Foreign Exchange Risk

The Group operates internationally and is exposed to foreign exchange risk, the most significant currency being the U.S. dollar. The company reduces risk based on net position, using foreign exchange forwards or options. Currently the net position is not hedged. The company decides on the hedging on case by case basis. Currently the Group is not using hedge accounting. Any gains or losses realized through hedging actions are thus recognized in profit/loss.

A 10 % strengthening of the U.S. dollar against the Euro using with net position on 31 Dec 2023 would increase the pre-tax profit of the Group by 20,000 euros. Similarly, a 10 % weakening of the U.S. dollar against the Euro would decrease the pre-tax profit of the Group by 17,000 euros.

A 10 % strengthening of the U.S. dollar against the Euro using with net position on 31 Dec 2023 would increase revenue of the Group by 860,000 euros. Similarly, a 10 % weakening of the U.S. dollar against the Euro would decrease the revenue of the Group by 700,000 euros.

Interest Rate Risk

The interest-bearing debt of the Group at the end of the review period was EUR 1,245,000 and it consisted of a premium loan taken from ELO mutual pension insurance company EUR 1,245,000. The interest rate of the premium loan consists of reference interest rate and added margin 0,50 %. During 2023 the calculated annual rate of premium loan was 0,80 %.

The money market investments of the Group expose the cash flow to interest rate risk, but their impact is not material.

Market Risk Related to Investments

The Group's cash reserves have been invested in accordance with the policy approved by the Board of Directors. Assets available for investing are determined based on cash and liquidity forecasts. The objective is to generate stable positive returns and at minimum ensure that the invested nominal amounts can be redeemed. Market risk arising from investments is managed by defining neutral allocation per asset class. The Board of Directors approves allowed counterparties and issuers for the Group's investment.

Credit Risk

The Group has no significant concentrations of credit risk. At the end of the financial year, the Group recorded allowance for expected credit losses of EUR 20,426 to cover doubtful receivables. During 2023 the Group recorded credit losses of EUR 167,056 (48,985 euros), which was mainly consisting of one customer case write-off. The aging distribution of trade receivables is presented in note 15. Trade receivables and contract liabilities.

Liquidity Risk

The Group's cash and cash equivalents on 31 Dec 2023 were 2,153,105 euros (5,719,583 euros). The Group has EUR 1,500,000 in money market investment that can be withdrawn partially or totally at any time.

The Group had trade payables and other short-term debts amounting 4,202,577 euros (5,618,510 euros). The outstanding installments from SSH Secure Collaboration (ex. Deltagon) acquisition and payments of premium loan from ELO mutual pension insurance company maturing less than one year amount 2,170,000 euros.

The Group's management has evaluated the future cash flows for the next 12 months and concluded that the Group's liquidity is sufficient for covering the current liabilities.

Agreements concerning credit facilities and loan guarantees include a covenant for the adequate liquidity and subordination of the hybrid loan interest payments to the credit facility guarantee. Non-compliance with the covenant would lead to deferral of the hybrid interest payment until such time the terms and conditions of the covenant would not restrict payment of the interest or when the credit facility is repaid. Breach of covenant would require material deterioration of the liquidity from the current.

The tables below present the Group's maturity of the financial liabilities:

31 Dec 2023
EUR Less than 1 year 1 to 5 years Over 5 years Total
Interest-bearing liabilities 500,000 745,000 1,245,000
Outstanding installments from SSH
Secure Collaboration acquisition
1,670,000 1,670,000
Lease liabilities 468,493 719,606 1,188,099
Trade and other payables 4,202,577 4,202,577
Total 6,841,070 1,464,606 0 8,305,676
Over 5
EUR Less than 1 year 1 to 5 years years Total
Interest-bearing liabilities 500,000 1,245,000 1,745,000
Outstanding installments from SSH
Secure Collaboration acquisition
1,670,000 1,666,796 3,336,796
Lease liabilities 380,447 497,495 877,942
Trade and other payables 5,618,510 5,618,510
Total 8,168,957 3,409,291 0 11,578,248
EUR 1 Jan 2023 Cash flows Foreign ex
change
movement
New
leases
Other 31 Dec 2023
Current lease liabilities 380,447 -409,805 4,833 41,800 451,217 468,493
Current interest-bearing borrowings 500,000 -500,000 500,000 500,000
Other current liabilities 1,670,000 -1,670,000 1,670,000 1,670,000
Non-current lease liabilities 497,495 698,256 -476,145 719,606
Non-current interest-bearing borrowings 1,245,000 -500,000 745,000
Other non-current liabilities 1,636,364 -1,636,364
Total liabilities from financing activities 5,929,306 -2,579,805 4,833 740,056 8,708 4,103,099

The tables below present changes in liabilities arising from financing activities:

EUR 1 Jan 2022 Cash flows Foreign ex
change
movement
New
leases
Other 31 Dec 2022
Current lease liabilities 371,791 -431,423 3,402 91,543 345,135 380,447
Current interest-bearing borrowings 500,000 -500,000 500,000 500,000
Other current liabilities 1,670,000 -1,670,000 1,670,000 1,670,000
Non-current lease liabilities 219,480 402,081 -124,066 497,495
Non-current interest-bearing borrowings 2,327,000 -582,000 -500,000 1,245,000
Other non-current liabilities 3,166,096 -1,529,732 1,636,364
Total liabilities from financing activities 8,254,366 -3,183,423 3,402 493,624 -361,337 5,929,306

The column "Other" includes non-cash movements, such as reclassification from non-current to current.

23. LEASES

Accounting principles

Leases

The Group leases mainly offices. Rental contracts are typically made for fixed periods from two to three years but may have extension options. Extension options have not been included in the lease liability, because the Group could replace the asset without significant cost or business disruption. The lease term is reassessed if the option is exercised.

Leases are recognized in the balance sheet as a right-of-use asset and a corresponding financial liability at the date at which the lease asset is available for the use by the Group. Each lease payment is allocated between the liability and finance cost. The finance cost is recognized in the income statement over the lease period. The right-of-use asset is depreciated over the shorter of the asset's useful life and the lease term on a straight-line basis. The right-of-use assets are also subject to impairment.

In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Group uses its incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date because the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to

reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. The carrying amount of lease liabilities is remeasured if there is a modification, a change in the lease term, a change in the lease payments or a change in the assessment of an option to purchase the underlying asset.

Lease liabilities are included in interest-bearing loans and borrowings.

The Group applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to the leases of 12 months or less and the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption. Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognized as expense on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Leases in the balance sheet

The Group has recognized the following amounts related to the leases in the balance sheet:

Right-of-use assets

EUR 2023 2022
Offices 1,172,688 721,261
Software 125,986
Other 15,185 29,278
Total 1,187,873 876,526

Lease liabilities

EUR 2023 2022
Current 468,493 380,447
Non-current 719,606 497,495
Total 1,188,099 877,942

Additions to the right-of-use assets during 2023 were in total EUR 0.8 million (EUR 0.9 million). Changes in right-of-use assets have been presented in note 12. Right-of-use assets.

The increase in right-of-use assets in 2023 is mainly due to a change in the accounting estimate of lease liabilities and the extension of the US office lease agreement. The management of SSH evaluates lease terms of the agreements that have no fixed expiration date or notice period of less than 12 months.

Leases in the income statement

The Group has recognized the following amounts related to the leases in the income statement:

EUR 2023 2022
Depreciation charge of right-of-use assets -412,929 -414,738
Interest expenses (included in financial costs) -27,783 -24,046
Expense relating to short-term leases (included in
other operating costs) -2,008 -691
Expense relating to leases of low-value assets (in
cluded in other operating costs) -13,842 -36,256

The cash outflow for leases in 2023 was in total EUR 0.4 million (EUR 0.4 million).

24. GUARANTEES GIVEN AND OTHER COMMITMENTS

Accounting principles

Hybrid capital securities

Hybrid capital securities is an instrument that is subordinated to the Company's other debt obligations and is treated as equity in the Group balance sheet. Unpaid interest is cumulated but presented in the financial statements only after Board of Directors' interest payment decision.

Provisions

Provisions are recognized when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, when it is probable that expenditure will be required to settle the obligation, and when a reliable estimate of the amount can be made. If the Group expects an obligation to be partly reimbursed by a third party, the reimbursement is recognized as a separate asset but only when the reimbursement is certain in practical terms. The Group recognizes a provision on loss-making agreements when the expected benefits of an agreement are less than the unavoidable costs of meeting the obligations under the agreement.

Provisions are measured at the current value of the costs required to discharge the obligation. The discount rate is determined to reflect current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the obligation.

EUR 2023 2022
Rental guarantees (pledged) 145,523 149,175
Hybrid Loan, Interest 1,380,000 1,380,000

25. GROUP COMPANIES AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Accounting principles

Subsidiaries

The consolidated accounts include the parent company SSH Communications Security Corporation and all its subsidiaries. Subsidiaries are companies in which the Group has a controlling interest. A controlling interest is created when the Group has power over the investee, exposure, or rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the investee and the ability to use its power over the investee to affect the amount of the Group's returns. In practice, controlling interest is established when the Group owns more than half of the votes in a company.

Group-internal share ownership is eliminated using the purchase method. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date on which control is transferred to the Group and are no longer consolidated from the date on which that control ceases. All Group-internal transactions, receivables and debts, unrealized profit, and profit distribution have been eliminated.

The share of the non-controlling interests of the subsidiaries' profits and equity is presented as a separate item in the consolidated income statement, comprehensive income statement, statement of changes in equity, and in the balance sheet.

Group company Domicile Group
holding, %
Votes,
%
SSH Communications Security Oyj, Helsinki Finland
SSH Communications Security Inc., New York City USA 100 100
SSH Operations Oy, Helsinki Finland 100 100
SSH Communications Security Ltd., Hong Kong Hong Kong 100 100
SSH CommSec Singapore Pte. Ltd., Singapore Singapore 100 100
Kyberleijona Oy, Helsinki Finland 65 65
SSH Secure Collaboration Oy Finland 65 65
SSH Government Solutions Inc., New York City USA 100 100
SSH Technology Oy, Helsinki Finland 100 100
SSH Communications Security UK Ltd, London United Kingdom 100 100

Group companies Dec 31 2023

During the reporting period Deltagon Oy changed its name to SSH Secure Collaboration.

Partly owned subsidiaries

Financial information of subsidiaries that have material non-controlling interests is provided below:

Proportion of equity interest held by non-controlling interests:

Country of incorporation
and operation 2023 2022
Kyberleijona Oy Finland 35 % 35 %
SSH Secure Collaboration Oy Finland 35 % 35 %

State Security Networks Group Finland (Suomen Erillisverkot Oy) became a non-controlling interest holder of Kyberleijona Oy on August 14, 2018 with 35% ownership. SSH Communications Security Oyj owns 65 % of the shares in Kyberleijona Oy.

During 2023 the Swedish and Norwegian Deltagon branches were closed. The closure of the branches did not impact SSH Secure Collaboration Oy's (ex. Deltagon Oy) business operations in these countries. The operations will be run from SSH Secure Collaboration Oy in Finland.

The following key figures presented include Kyberleijona Oy and SSH Secure Collaboration Oy. Intercompany items between the presented entities have been eliminated.

Summarised statement of consolidated key figures before group intercompany eliminations:

EUR 2023 2022
Net sales 6,386,922 6,188,134
Operating profit/loss 2,237,685 692,315
Profit/loss for the year 2,220,125 644,153
Total assets 32,364,104 30,720,930
Equity 22,718,444 20,502,817
Net cash flow -2,129,377 337,904

No dividend has been distributed to non-controlling interest during 2023 or 2022.

26. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

SSH Communications Security Corporation, its subsidiaries, its CEO, and its Board members and companies controlled by them belong to related party of the Group. The Group management team is not considered as part of related party as they do not have direct decision-making authority.

Employee benefits of the management

The key management personnel of the Group are defined consisting of the CEO of the parent company. The employee benefits of the CEO are presented in the table below. The sums of employee benefits are shown on an accrual basis. The CEO of SSH Communications Security Corporation has been Mr. Teemu Tunkelo as of 24 March 2020.

Remuneration and fees - CEO

EUR 2023 2022
Salary and other short-term employee benefits 485,952 325,816
Total 485,952 325,816

Salary and other short-term employee benefits of the CEO are presented as payment based.

Fees to Members of the Board of Directors

EUR 2023 2022
Candolin Catharina (as of March 2022) 24,000 18,000
Fredrikson Christian 24,000 24,000
Kellomäki Sampo (until 16 May 2023) 9,048 24,000
Tavakka Kai 24,000 24,000
Österlund Henri (Chairman of the Board)
Total 81,048 90,000
Share and stock option holdings of 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
of Board members Shares Options Shares Options
Candolin Catharina 144 - 144 -
Fredrikson Christian 10,000 - 10,000 -
Kellomäki Sampo - - - -
Tavakka Kai 5,480 - 5,480 -
Österlund Henri 148,595 - 148,595 -
Share and stock option holdings 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
of the key management Shares Options Shares Options
Tunkelo Teemu 631,408 100,000 177,043 435,000
Michael Kommonen 5,000 50,000 - -
Raulas Rami - 170,000 - 180,000
Total 636,408 320,000 177,043 615,000
Compensation of the key management personnel of the group
EUR 2023 2022
Wages and other short-term employee benefits 814,430 791,229
Share-based payments 95,662

On 31 December 2023, the CEO and members of the Board of Directors of SSH Communications Security owned 29.8 % (29.4 %) of the shares and votes in the company, either directly or indirectly through companies they own.

Management group members including the CEO directly or indirectly held about 1.5% (0.5%) of company shares and have a total of 320,000 (964,000) option rights.

The key conditions of the option right arrangements are described in note 20. Share-based payments.

Related party transactions

During the reporting period, there have not been any significant transactions with related parties.

27. EVENTS AFTER THE BALANCE SHEET DATE

On 14 February 2024 SSH Communications Security Oyj announced that it had been selected as supplier for cryptographic solution and services. The total value of the agreement is approximately EUR 1.8 million.

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PARENT COMPANY INCOME STATEMENT

PARENT COMPANY INCOME STATEMENT

EUR Note 1 Jan-31 Dec 2023 1 Jan-31 Dec 2022
NET SALES 1 11,053,613.37 12,510,576.09
GROSS MARGIN 11,053,613.37 12,510,576.09
Other operating income 196,941.00 811,259.41
Research and development costs 2, 3, 6 -6,912,720.41 -6,435,389.63
Sales and marketing costs 2, 3, 6 -4,389,330.76 -3,921,581.99
Administrative costs 2, 3, 6 -3,177,406.53 -3,388,027.33
OPERATING PROFIT/LOSS -3,228,903.33 -423,163.46
Financial income 7
Interest revenue and other financing income 39,656.73 338,967.46
Interest costs and other financing costs -237,929.45 -324,494.18
PROFIT/LOSS BEFORE APPROPRIATIONS AND TAXES -3,427,176.05 -408,690.18
Appropriations 8
Group contribution received 12,843.60 8,696.93
PROFIT/LOSS BEFORE TAXES -3,414,332.45 -399,993.25
Taxes 0.00 0.00
PROFIT/LOSS FOR THE FINANCIAL PERIOD -3,414,332.45 -399,993.25

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PARENT COMPANY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

ASSETS
EUR Note 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
NON-CURRENT ASSETS
Intangible assets 9
Immaterial rights 3,649,802.32 3,498,145.60
Intangible assets, total 3,649,802.32 3,498,145.60
Tangible assets 9
Machinery & equipment 202,020.96 202,824.74
Tangible assets, total 202,020.96 202,824.74
Investments
Shares in Group companies 9,19 14,016,037.61 13,816,037.61
Other shares 11,000.00 11,000.00
Investments, total 14,027,037.61 13,827,037.61
NON-CURRENT ASSETS, TOTAL 17,878,860.89 17,528,007.95
CURRENT ASSETS
Current receivables
Trade receivables 827,984.01 3,862,583.83
Receivables from Group companies 10 2,239,691.17 5,045,813.30
Prepaid expenses and accrued income 11 388,684.92 311,743.14
Other receivables 12 323,414.57 337,459.26
Current receivables, total 3,779,774.67 9,557,599.53
Cash and cash equivalents 530,668.79 388,083.35
CURRENT ASSETS, TOTAL 4,310,443.46 9,945,682.88
ASSETS, TOTAL 22,189,304.35 27,473,690.83

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

PARENT COMPANY STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
EUR Note 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
EQUITY 13
Share capital 1,219,932.66 1,189,893.18
Unrestricted invested equity fund 25,552,742.63 24,410,411.54
Hybrid capital securities 14 12,000,000.00 12,000,000.00
Retained earnings -25,425,672.39 -23,645,679.14
Profit/loss for financial period -3,414,332.45 -399,993.25
EQUITY, TOTAL 9,932,670.45 13,554,632.33
LIABILITIES
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES
Pension loan 15 745,000.00 1,245,000.00
Loan payables to Group companies 16 2,170,000.00
Payables to Group companies 16 1,670,000.00
NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES, TOTAL 2,915,000.00 2,915,000.00
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Advances received 1,979,275.18 2,870,692.78
Trade payables 395,414.41 512,860.81
Payables to Group Companies 16 3,976,386.27 3,576,038.08
Accrued expenses and deferred income 17 2,175,449.24 2,776,499.76
Pension loan 15 500,000.00 500,000.00
Other liabilities 315,108.80 767,967.06
CURRENT LIABILITIES, TOTAL 9,341,633.90 11,004,058.49
LIABILITIES, TOTAL 12,256,633.90 13,919,058.49
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES, TOTAL 22,189,304.35 27,473,690.83

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS PARENT COMPANY CASH FLOW STATEMENT

EUR P12 2023 P12 2022
Cash flow from business operations
Receipts from customers 14,330,655.60 13,196,277.07
Payments to suppliers and employees -11,988,096.99 -12,321,537.05
Cash flows from operating activities before financial items and taxes 2,342,558.61 874,740.02
Interest paid and payments on other financial costs -131,788.26 -152,978.61
Interest received and other financial revenue 317.41 111.81
Cash flow from operating activities 2,211,087.76 721,873.22
Investments in tangible and intangible assets -1,484,656.75 -1,682,290.88
Investment in subsidiaries -1,870,000.00 -1,670,000.00
Receipt of government grants -196,941.00 729,282.87
Cash flow from investing activities -3,551,597.75 -2,623,008.01
Cash flow from financing activities
Change in current debt -500,000.00 -500,000.00
Interest paid on hybrid capital securities -1,380,000.00 -1,380,000.00
Loans received from Subsidiaries 2,170,000.00
Subordinated loan return 1,080,000.00
Proceeds from shares subscribed with option rights 1,172,370.00 719,849.94
Group contribution received 20,725.43
Cash flow from financing activities 1,483,095.43 -80,150.06
Change in liquid assets 142,585.44 -1,981,284.85
Liquid assets at beginning of period 388,083.35 2,369,368.20
Exchange rate effect
Change in liquid assets 142,585.44 -1,981,284.85
Liquid assets at end of period 530,668.79 388,083.35

PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTES TO THE PARENT COMPANY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The financial statement of the parent company, SSH Communications Security Corporation, is drawn up in accordance with the Finnish Accounting Standards. Figures are given to an accuracy of one cent (EUR 0.01). All items in the balance sheet are recognized at original acquisition cost. Information on financial risk management is presented in the consolidated financial statements (Note 22. Financial Risk Management).

Principles of revenue recognition

The revenue from product sales is recognized at the time when significant risks and rewards of the product or the right of use of the product have been transferred to the buyer and there is a binding contract between the parties, the delivery has taken place in accordance with the contract, the amount of revenue can be measured reliably, and it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will accrue to the company. Control is transferred to the buyer at the point of time.

Revenue from services rendered under maintenance agreements is amortized across the agreement period. Revenues from services are recognized when the service has been delivered and it is probable that the economic benefits associated with the transaction will accrue to the company. Revenue from subscription contracts is amortized across the agreement period.

The revenue of royalties from licenses is recognized according to the actual content of the contract at the point of time. Revenue from royalties is not material to the company.

Apportioning of costs to functions

Costs are apportioned to functions according to the matching principle.

Leases

The parent company has rental agreement for office premises at Karvaamokuja 2B, Helsinki and minor other assets. Leasing payments paid pursuant to these agreements are recognized as costs over the rental or leasing period under agreements.

Income tax

The income tax in the income statement comprises direct taxes based on the taxable profit for the financial period and adjustments to taxes on previous financial periods. The parent company does not recognize deferred tax receivables or liabilities in its financial statement. The parent company has confirmed tax losses of EUR 1.1 million (EUR 1.9 million). In addition, the parent company has EUR 42.9 million (EUR 41.2 million) research and development expenses and depreciations not deducted in taxation, whereof no deferred tax asset has been recognized.

Fixed assets

Fixed assets are recognized in the balance sheet at acquisition cost less planned depreciation and any impairment. Planned depreciations are calculated on a straight-line basis according to the economic life of each asset category.

The asset categories and their depreciation periods are:

Machinery and equipment 5
years from month of acquisition
Computer hardware 3 years from month of acquisition
Immaterial rights 5 years from month of acquisition
Development costs 5 years from month of capitalization
Other capitalized expenditure 5 years from year of capitalization
Leasehold approvements of rental Length of the rental agreement, though no more
premises than 7 years, from year of capitalization

Research and Development Costs

Research and development costs are recognized as costs in the financial period in which they occurred except for those product development costs which are capitalized once certain criteria have been met. Capitalized development expenses are depreciated systematically over their useful lives.

Foreign currency transactions

Transactions denominated in foreign currencies are recognized at the exchange rate on the transaction date. Outstanding receivables and liabilities in foreign currencies are recognized using the exchange rates on the balance sheet date. Exchange rate gains and losses on actual business operations are considered sales adjustment items or adjustment items to materials and services. Exchange rate gains and losses on financing activities are recognized under financing income and costs.

Option rights

Employees of the parent company and its subsidiaries have been granted option rights. The option rights entitle their holders to subscribe shares in the parent company at a fixed subscription price specified in the terms of the option plan. No costs are recognized in the income statement or balance sheet regarding the granting of option rights.

Hybrid capital securities

Hybrid capital securities is an equity-related instrument that is presented as a separate item in equity. Interest payments on hybrid capital securities are decided by the Board. Unpaid interest accumulated at the balance sheet date is presented in note 18. Other commitments.

NOTES TO THE INCOME STATEMENT

1. NET SALES BY MARKET AREA

EUR 2023 2022
Finland 5,693,482.65 5,200,067.23
Rest of Europe 2,012,102.54 2,074,356.10
Other 3,348,028.18 5,236,152.76
Total 11,053,613.37 12,510,576.09

2. OPERATING COSTS

EUR 2023 2022
Other operating costs
External services -3,158,142.81 -2,834,933.50
Depreciation -1,333,804.81 -1,181,529.42
Other -2,384,317.46 -2,094,113.19
Total -6,876,263.08 -6,110,576.11

Auditor's fees

EUR 2023 2022
Principal auditor (Ernst & Young Oy)
Statutory auditing -56,561.00 -54,308.00
Other services -7,400.00 -21,400.00
Total -63,961.00 -75,708.00

3. PERSONNEL COSTS AND AVERAGE NUMBER OF EMPLOYEES

EUR 2023 2022
Wages and salaries -7,363,629.90 -7,464,535.90
Pension costs -1,273,577.42 -1,128,844.19
Other ancillary personnel costs -294,698.68 -466,432.63
Total -8,931,904.00 -9,059,812.72

Average number of employees

2023 2022
99 90

4. PERSONNEL DISTRIBUTION BY BUSINESS AREA AT THE END OF THE FINANCIAL PERIOD

2023 2022
Research and development 62 60
Sales and marketing 25 21
Administration 17 15
Total 104 96

5. SALARIES AND FEES PAID TO MANAGEMENT AND MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

See note 26 in the consolidated financial statements.

6. DEPRECIATION AND IMPAIRMENT

EUR 2023 2022
Immaterial rights 238,897.55 228,557.36
Capitalized development costs 985,870.29 876,100.71
Machinery and equipment 109,035.97 76,871.35
Total 1,333,803.81 1,181,529.42

In 2023 the company recorded an impairment of intangible assets EUR 51,828.04. In 2022 the company recorded an impairment of intangible assets EUR 408.58.

7. FINANCIAL INCOME AND COSTS

EUR 2023 2022
Interest revenue 9,317.41 25,488.86
Exchange rate gains and losses (net) -37,629.54 141,963.03
Interest and other financial costs -169,960.59 -152,979.61
Total -198,272.72 14,472.28

8. APPROPRIATIONS

EUR 2023 2022
Group contribution from SSH Operations Oy 12,844.60 6,503.99
Group contribution from SSH Technology Oy 2,192.94
Total 12,844.60 8,696.93

NOTES TO THE BALANCE SHEET

9. INTANGIBLE AND TANGIBLE ASSETS AND LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS

EUR 2023 2022
Immaterial rights
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 17,370,556.37 15,958,770.72
Increase 1,376,424.56 1,411,785.65
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 18,746,980.93 17,370,556.37
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 13,872,410.77 12,767,752.70
Depreciation for the financial period 1,224,767.84 1,104,658.07
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 15,097,178.61 13,872,410.77
Book value 31 Dec 3,649,802.32 3,498,145.60
Tangible assets
Machinery and equipment
Acquisition cost 1 Jan 2,084,795.29 1,913,071.60
Increase 108,232.19 171,723.69
Acquisition cost 31 Dec 2,193,027.48 2,084,795.29
Accumulated depreciation 1 Jan 1,881,970.55 1,805,099.19
Depreciation for the financial period 109,035.97 76,871.36
Accumulated depreciation 31 Dec 1,991,006.52 1,881,970.55
Book value 31 Dec 202,020.96 202,824.74
Investments
Book value 1 Jan 13,827,037.61 14,907,037.61
Increase 200,000.00
Decrease -1,080,000.00
Book value 31 Dec 14,027,037.61 13,827,037.61

In 2022 Kyberleijona Oy has repaid a subordinated loan capital EUR 1,080,000.00 and interest EUR 16,377.05 to the parent company. The capital and interest of the subordinated loan can only be repaid in circumstances permitted by Chapter 12 of the Finnish Limited Liability Companies Act. The capital of the subordinated loan can only be repaid to the extent the unrestricted shareholders' equity and the total amount of the subordinated loan at the time of the repayment exceeds the loss that is to be confirmed for the company's latest financial year or is included in the balance sheet of more recent financial statements. The annual interest for the loan is three per cent (3 %).

10. RECEIVABLES FROM GROUP COMPANIES

EUR 2023 2022
Trade receivables 2,226,847.58 5,037,116.37
Group contribution receivable 12,843.60 8,696.93
Total 2,239,691.18 5,045,813.30

11. PREPAID EXPENSES AND ACCRUED INCOME

EUR 2023 2022
Prepaid expenses 388,684.92 311,743.14
Total 388,684.92 311,743.14

12. OTHER RECEIVABLES

EUR 2023 2022
Other receivables 323,414.57 337,459.26
Total 323,414.57 337,459.26

13. EQUITY

EUR 2023 2022
Share capital 1 Jan 1,189,893.18 1,178,366.97
Increase in share capital 30,039.48 11,526.21
Share capital 31 Dec 1,219,932.66 1,189,893.18
Unrestricted invested equity fund 25,552,742.63 24,410,411.54
Hybrid capital securities 12,000,000.00 12,000,000.00
Retained earnings -25,425,672.39 -23,645,679.14
Profit/loss for the financial period -3,414,332.45 -399,993.75
Total 9,932,670.45 13,554,631.83
Statement on Distributable Funds, EUR 2023 2022
Retained earnings -25,425,672.39 -23,645,679.14
Profit/loss for the financial period -3,414,332.45 -399,993.75
Unrestricted invested equity fund 25,552,742.63 24,410,411.54
Capitalised development costs -2,963,985.91 -2,617,391.51
Total -6,251,248.12 -2,252,652.86

14. HYBRID CAPITAL SECURITIES/SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY

A hybrid capital security is an instrument that is subordinated to the Company's other debt obligations, and it does not have maturity date (i.e. it is perpetual). It is treated as equity in the financial statements. Hybrid capital securities do not confer to their holders any shareholder rights and do not dilute the holdings of the current shareholders.

Hybrid capital securities in the amount of EUR 12 million were issued in March 2015 and subscribed by institutional investors. The capital securities bear a fixed interest rate of 11.5 per cent. The capital securities have no maturity date, but the issuer has the right to redeem them after 3 but before 5 years from the issue date, upon certain conditions, or after 5 years from the issue date. The investors had the right to convert the capital loan into the Company's shares at EUR 4.76 per share until 30 March 2020.

Paid interest from hybrid capital securities reduce the amount of retained earnings. Unpaid interest from hybrid capital securities is presented in note 18. Other commitments. Paid interest in the financial year 2023 was EUR 1,380,000 (EUR 1,380,000).

15. NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES

EUR 2023 2022
Pension loans payable
Between one and five years 745,000.00 1,245,000.00
Pension loans, total 745,000.00 1,245,000.00
Liabilities to subsidiaries
Between one and five years 2,170,000.00 1,670,000.00
Liabilities to subsidiaries, total 2,170,000.00 1,670,000.00
Non-current liabilities, total 2,915,000.00 2,915,000.00

In 2021, company received a premium loan from ELO mutual pension insurance company. Total amount of the loan on 31 December, 2023 is EUR 1,245,000 (EUR 1,745,000) of which 745,000 is non-current (EUR 1,245,000). Non-current liabilities to subsidiaries consist of the loans that company received from SSH Secure Collaboration Oy in 2023. In 2022 the non-current liabilities to subsidiaries consisted of the obligation to invest in Kyberleijona EUR 1 670 000, which is covering the installments of SSH Secure Collaboration purchase.

16. LIABILITIES TO SUBSIDIARIES

EUR 2023 2022
Non-current liabilities to subsidiaries
Other liabilities 1,670,000.00
Loan payables to Group companies 2,170,000.00
Non-current liabilities to subsidiaries, total 2,170,000.00 1,670,000.00
Current liabilities to subsidiaries
Trade payables 2,284,814.10 1,885,500.66
Other liabilities 1,691,572.17 1,690,537.92
Current liabilities to subsidiaries, total 3,976,386.27 3,576,038.58
Liabilities to subsidiaries, total 6,146,386.27 5,246,038.58

Current other liabilities to subsidiaries include the obligation to capitalize the group company Kyberleijona Oy, which will cover the current portion of the outstanding installment of SSH Secure Collaboration acquisition EUR 1,670,000.

17. ACCRUED LIABILITIES AND DEFERRED INCOME

EUR 2023 2022
Personnel related 2,175,449.24 2,776,499.76
Total 2,175,449.24 2,776,499.76

18. OTHER COMMITMENTS

EUR 2023 2022
Non-cancellable lease agreements for
office facilities - future rent payments
Within one year 323,784.00* 339,629.34*
Within more than one year
but no more than 5 years 15,778.00* 49,071.44*
Other commitments
Within one year 59,968.93* 47,209.92*
Total 399,530.93 435,910.70

* Including VAT 24%

Guarantees given and other commitments

EUR 2023 2022
Rental guarantees (pledged) 128,127.90 128,127.90
Hybrid Loan, Interest 1,380,000.00 1,380,000.00

19. GROUP COMPANIES

Parent and subsidiary relationships of the Group 31 December 2023

Group
Group companies Domicile holding, % Votes, %
SSH Communications Security Oyj, Helsinki Finland
SSH Communications Security, Inc., New York City USA 100 100
SSH Operations Oy, Helsinki Finland 100 100
SSH Communications Security Ltd., Hong Kong Hong Kong 100 100
Kyberleijona Oy, Helsinki Finland 65 65
SSH Government Solutions, Inc., New York City USA 100 100
SSH Technology Oy, Helsinki Finland 100 100
SSH Communications Security UK Ltd, London United Kingdom 100 100
SSH Commsec Singapore Pte. Ltd., Singapore Singapore 100 100

20. RELATED PARTY

SSH Communications Security Oyj's subsidiaries, its CEO, and its Board members and companies controlled by them belong to related party of SSH Communications Security Oyj.

See note 26 in the consolidated financial statements.

DIVIDEND PROPOSAL AND SIGNATURES

DIVIDEND PROPOSAL

The parent company's distributable funds are EUR -6,251,248.12, of which the loss for the financial year is EUR -3,414,332.45. The Board of Directors proposes to the Annual General Meeting on 25 March, 2024 that no dividend or return of capital shall be distributed. It is proposed that the loss of the financial year shall be entered to the retained earnings in the shareholders' equity.

SIGNATURES FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Helsinki, 21 February 2024

Henri Österlund Chairman of the Board of Directors

Kai Tavakka Christian Fredrikson

Member of the Board of Directors Member of the Board of Directors

Catharina Candolin Member of the Board of Directors

Teemu Tunkelo Chief Executive Officer

AUDITOR'S NOTE

Our auditors' report has been issued today.

Helsinki, 21 February 2024

Ernst & Young Oy Authorized Public Accountant Firm

Maria Onniselkä Authorized Public Accountant

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