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Vend Marketplaces ASA

Investor Presentation Jul 19, 2016

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Schibsted Media Group -
Highlights
3
Operational development4
Online
Classifieds
4
Online Classifieds International
4
Online Classifieds Sweden
5
Online Classifieds Norway 5
Media Houses including Growth
6
Media House Norway
6
Media House Sweden
6
Product and Technology 7
Group overview7
Profit and Loss
7
Cash flow and capital factors 8
Outlook8
Condensed
consolidated income statement
10
Key figures
18
Definitions and reconciliations 19

ROLV ERIK RYSSDAL CEO

We are happy to report another quarter where our Online Classifieds operations grew well both in terms of revenue and gross operating profit. At the same time, our Media Houses improved their profitability compared to the same quarter in 2015 in a challenging advertising market.

Within online classifieds the operations in France and Spain continued the good development, and the growth rate in Norway picked up in Q2. Leading traffic positions provide the foundation to increase revenues backed by both increased ad volumes, enhanced products and price optimization.

We continue to see positive development of our significant organic investments aiming to build market positions in new areas. Our native mobile app Shpock is developing rapidly in several European markets.

Schibsted is investing significant amounts in product and technology. Technology for targeted advertising is one area of focus, and our new advertising solutions are now being rolled across our portfolio. This will enable Schibsted to take part in the expected growth in digital advertising markets in the years to come.

Nevertheless, our newspapers in Norway and Sweden are facing negative revenue development as print advertising continues to decline. Continuous cost adaptions are necessary to maintain acceptable profitability. At the same time, it is encouraging to see that the number of digital subscribers to the newspapers continues to grow rapidly. Schibsted aims to be at the forefront when it comes to presenting premium editorial content in a modern way, which appeals to consumers.

EBITDA AND OPERATING REVENUE DEVELOPMENT IN KEY OPERATIONS (MILLION NOK)

HIGHLIGHTS OF Q2 2016

(Figures in brackets refer to the corresponding period in 2015.)

  • EBITDA ex. Investment phase of NOK 831 million, a growth of 10 percent. Total Online classifieds EBITDA ex. Investment phase grew 15 percent to NOK 722 million.
  • Continued positive development for Developed phase Online Classifieds.
  • Solid revenue growth and good margins in France and Spain.
  • Sustained growth in Norway, continued strong momentum in Sweden.
  • 37 percent revenue growth in Other Developed phase Online Classifieds, driven by continued good development in Italy, Austria and Ireland.
  • Online Classifieds Investment phase continues positive trend.
  • 56 percent revenue growth.
  • Reduced investment spend in emerging markets.
  • Significant investments and rapid growth in UK and Germany for native app Shpock.
  • Challenging advertising markets, tight cost control in media houses.
  • Strong inflow of digital subscribers.
  • Improved margin level as a result of cost savings.
  • Continued ramp up of product and technology competence, building platforms for next generation online classifieds services, media houses and long term growth in online advertising.
  • Hemnet acquisition terminated by Schibsted because the Swedish Competition Authority informed that the transaction in its current form will not be cleared.

ONLINE CLASSIFIEDS

Schibsted Media Group operates online classifieds companies in 24 markets. Operations in Norway, Sweden, France, Spain, Italy, Austria, Ireland, Malaysia, Colombia and Hungary are in Developed phase, whereas online classifieds sites in Investment phase operate in several other countries.

The figures presented are pro-forma figures, using proportional consolidation of joint ventures and associates. For accounting figures, please see Note 3 (Operating segment disclosures). An overview of definitions and reconciliations is provided at the end of the report.

Second quarter Online Classifieds Revenues 1 half year FY
2015 2016 Pro-forma (MEUR) 2016 2015 2015
46.4 54.2 France 105.3 89.3 179.7
24.7 28.0 Spain 54.8 47.5 99.0
46.3 46.1 Norway 85.8 89.6 165.6
27.4 30.4 Sweden 56.8 50.9 102.4
15.4 21.1 Other 40.4 29.0 64.1
160.2 179.8 Total Developed phase 343.1 306.3 610.8
6.9 10.8 Investment phase 19.4 12.9 27.3
167.1 190.6 Total Online Classifieds revenue 362.5 319.2 638.1
Second quarter Online Classifieds EBITDA 1 half year FY
2015 2016 Pro-forma (MEUR) 2016 2015 2015
28.8 31.2 France 66.3 58.4 107.3
6.7 7.3 Spain 11.2 8.9 22.6
23.6 21.7 Norway 37.3 41.0 73.5
13.7 17.7 Sweden 31.8 25.4 56.7
-0.1 2.1 Other 1.6 -3.7 -5.1
72.8 80.0 EBITDA Developed phase 148.2 130.1 254.9
-23.7 -22.7 Investment phase -48.3 -48.0 -95.6
49.0 57.3 EBITDA 99.9 82.1 159.3
45 % 44 % EBITDA margin Dev. phase 43 % 42 % 42 %

Main figures in Q2 2016 compared to Q2 2015, and first half year 2016 compared to first half year 2015:

Operating revenue growth was 25 percent in NOK terms both in Q2 and in the first half year. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, the growth was 18 percent, both in Q2 and the first half year.

EBITDA margin Developed phase was 44 percent (45%) in Q2 and 43 percent (42%) in the first half year. High

marketing spending influences margins in Q2 and the first half year.

Investment phase spending was EUR 22.7 million in Q2 2016, compared to EUR 23.7 million in Q2 2015. For the first half year spending totaled EUR 48.3 million, compared to EUR 48.0 million in the first half of 2015.

ONLINE CLASSIFIEDS INTERNATIONAL

Online Classifieds International comprises all online classifieds operations outside Scandinavia. The segment had consolidated revenues of NOK 1,042 million in Q2, up from NOK 774 million in Q2 2015. The revenue increase is broad-based, and all sites are growing. Consolidated EBITDA is NOK 177 million in Q2 2016 compared to NOK 203 million in Q2 2015. The EBITDA decline is due to nearly all Investment phase spending being fully consolidated in Q2 2016, whereas in Q2 2015 around half the spending was recognized in the share of profit and loss from joint ventures and associates line item.

France

Operating revenues grew by 17 percent in Q2. EBITDA margin was 58 percent (62%). The decline in margin is mainly due to significant marketing spending in connection with preparations for launch of improved job products in Q2/Q3.

The real estate segments shows continued good revenue growth. Leboncoin real estate has more than twice the number of unique monthly visitors as the closest competitor.

In the car segment revenue progress is also good, with growth in both premium options and insertion fees. Leboncoin is by orders of magnitude largest site for private cars, and has significantly more professional car ads than the competitors.

Advertising revenues also grew in Q2. Leboncoin will continue to leverage its traffic position to create better products to connect buyers with sellers, and job seekers with employers.

Spain

Revenues in Spain increased by 13 percent in Q2 to EUR 28 million. The growth continues to be broad-based with increases in jobs, real estate, cars, and display advertising, but there is reduced momentum in jobs due to political uncertainty.

EBITDA in Q2 was EUR 7.3 million (6.7 million). The EBITDA margin was 26 percent in Q2, compared to 27 percent in the same period in 2015. Marketing spending in the quarter was significantly higher than in Q2 2015, while other costs were at the same level.

Other Developed operations

The revenue growth of Other Developed operations was 37 percent in Q2 2016. The revenue increase was particularly driven by continued good growth in Italy, Ireland and Austria.

In Austria and Ireland, margins are double-digit, and improving. Continued high marketing investments in Italy.

Investment phase

The Investment phase portfolio continues to develop strongly in Q2 both in terms of revenue and traffic growth. The revenue growth was 56 percent, compared to 44 percent in Q1 2016.

The investments (EBITDA loss) amounted to EUR 22.7 million, EUR 2.9 million lower than Q1 2016 and EUR 1.0 million lower than in Q2 2015.

The investment level in Brazil is materially reduced compared to Q2 2015. This is both due to marketing spending and increased revenues. The growth in new ads per day and traffic is strong in Brazil. Entering visits is up by 44 percent in Q2 despite the slowdown in marketing spending. The OLX.com.br generalist site represents a platform for significant revenue growth going forward. Monetization efforts have been launched, with listing fees in car and real estate for professionals introduced. Premium features and advertising are being introduced gradually.

Hungary's leading generalist site Jofogas.hu continues to grow traffic and ad volume in Q2. The site is leading in terms of traffic and content in generalist, real estate, jobs and cars. The site has frequent product updates.

Tori.fi in Finland is experiencing significant traffic and revenue growth. Investment levels are maintained in order to strengthen the foundation for future revenue growth.

Schibsted sees good potential for value creation in the Mexican market, and investments remain high.

Segundamano.mx has integrated the Anumex acquisition and is focusing on consolidating the leading market position in key states, showing strong traffic numbers.

Schibsted is at the forefront of the development of mobileonly marketplaces with the native app Shpock. Shpock expands the market and attracts new user groups and items. It is among the most downloaded apps in the shopping category in large markets like Germany and the UK. Shpock launched in Italy late 2015, and the start has been promising.

ONLINE CLASSIFIEDS SWEDEN

Sweden's operating revenues were SEK 282 million, which represented a growth of 11 percent. The main drivers of growth were car and job verticals, while display advertising also grew well.

EBITDA was SEK 164 million (127 million) in Developed phase, implying an EBITDA margin of 58 percent (50%).

Mobile share of visits is above 60 percent and continues to grow. Professional ad volume shows good growth in Q2, especially in the car segment. Product improvements are ongoing and are successively deployed, for example integrated communication between buyer and seller and improved login functionality in the iOS and Android apps.

ONLINE CLASSIFIEDS NORWAY

Revenue growth of 8 percent in Q2. Revenues are growing in all classified verticals, especially cars and jobs. Real Estate is growing, despite fewer objects for sale in the market. Personal finance continues to show promising growth. Display advertising sales are still soft.

The EBITDA margin of 47 percent is somewhat lower than Q2 2015, affected by increased marketing investments.

MEDIA HOUSES INCLUDING GROWTH

Main figures in Q2 2016 compared to Q2 2015, and first half year 2016 compared to first half year 2015

MEDIA HOUSE NORWAY

Revenues declined 5 percent in Q2 and declined 7 percent in the first half year compared to last year. The decline is mainly due to a continued soft advertising market. EBITDA increased by 20 percent in Q2, driven by overall cost measures and operational improvement in printing and distribution. EBITDA for the first-half year increased 1 percent, with cost measures offsetting the decline in advertising. The cost measures in the first half year include head-count reductions, closing the Sunday edition of Bergens Tidende, and preparations for the closure of a printing plant in Stavanger.

Verdens Gang (VG) media house

Verdens Gang publishes the leading single-copy newspaper in Norway. The online edition, VG.no, is the largest online newspaper in Norway and among the leading websites irrespective of category.

Second quarter 1 half year FY
2015 2016 Verdens Gang (MNOK) 2016 2015 2015
454 422 Operating revenues 850 912 1,817
302 259
of which offline
525 598 1,186
152 163
of which online
325 314 631
64 64 EBITDA 121 117 272
14 % 15 % EBITDA margin 14 % 13 % 15 %

Subscription-based newspapers Norway

Subscription FY
2015 2016 newspapers (MNOK) 2016 2015 2015
800 742 Operating revenues 1,444 1,592 3,073
655 583
of which offline
1,146 1,314 2,521
145 159
of which online
298 278 552
70 56 EBITDA 60 111 186
9 % 8 % EBITDA margin 4 % 7 % 6 %

Operating revenues declined by 7 percent in Q2.

Advertising revenues declined by 24 percent. The decline in print advertising revenues was 25 percent, whereas online advertising revenues decreased by 22 percent.

Weekday circulation volume has declined by 2 percent in the first half of 2016. Total circulation revenues increased 11 percent in Q2 compared to the same quarter last year, driven by growth in digital subscriptions. Online subscription

volumes are developing positively, and now stands at 76,000 for pure digital subscribers at the end of Q2.

The EBITDA margin was 8 percent (9%). Total operating expenses were reduced by 6 percent as a result of declining volumes and continuous work on adapting the cost base to the markets.

MEDIA HOUSE SWEDEN

Revenues increased 4 percent in SEK terms both in Q2 and the first half year compared to the same period last year. Online revenues are growing at a faster pace than the decline in print. All the main business units in Media House Sweden had online revenue growth in Q2 2016. Print advertising revenues continue to decline. Total circulation revenues grew in Svenska Dagbladet, but declined in Aftonbladet. Total EBITDA increased 8 percent in Q2 compared to last year, while EBITDA for the first-half year increased 7 percent. Cost increases in Schibsted Growth due to revenue growth while costs in Aftonbladet and Svenska Dagbladet are flat, for both Q2 and the first half year.

Aftonbladet media house

Aftonbladet is the leading media house in both print and online news in Sweden. Aftonbladet's single-copy newspaper is Sweden's largest newspaper, and Aftonbladet.se is the clear leader in online news.

Second quarter 1 half year FY
Online revenues showed an improvement in Q2 2016. 2015
2016 Aftonbladet (MSEK)
2016 2015 2015
Mobile and Web-TV advertising is growing while desktop still 504
502 Operating revenues
964 959 1,935
declines. The growth in mobile advertising is seen in both 304
272
of which offline
532 581 1,152
programmatic and direct sales, and is helped by product 200
230
of which online
432 378 783
71
65 EBITDA
109 105 233
improvements such as geo-targeting. 14 %
13 % EBITDA margin
11 % 11 % 12 %
The number of subscribers to the VG+ premium digital
subscription product is growing rapidly, and has reached
85,000 in Q2. The number is 44 percent higher than in Q2
Operating revenues were largely flat compared to Q2 2015.
Online revenues increased by 15 percent in Q2. Print
advertising revenues dropped by 20 percent in the quarter,
but only represents 19 percent of total advertising revenues.
The EBITDA margin was slightly up to 15 percent (14%).
Operating costs were reduced with 8 percent.
Print circulation volume on weekdays declined by 19 percent
in the first half of 2015. The rate of decline has been stable
at 19 percent over the last six quarters. Total circulation
Subscription-based newspapers Norway revenues decreased 6 percent in Q2 compared to 2015, due
The Subscription-based newspapers include the media to the print circulation volume decline.
houses in four of the largest cities in Norway: Aftenposten,
Bergens Tidende, Fædrelandsvennen and Stavanger
Aftenblad.
Operating expenses increased 1 percent in Q2 2016
compared to Q2 2015. The EBITDA margin was 13 percent
(14%).
Second quarter
Subscription
1 half year
FY

Subscription-based newspaper - Svenska Dagbladet (SvD)

Svenska Dagbladet is the second largest subscription newspaper in Sweden and holds a particularly strong position in the Stockholm region.

Second quarter 1 half year FY
2015 2016 SvD (MSEK) 2016 2015 2015
243 240 Operating revenues 473 471 944
19 16 EBITDA 33 31 51
8 % 7 % EBITDA margin 7 % 7 % 5 %

Operating revenues decreased 1 percent in Q2 compared to the same period in 2015.

Circulation revenues are boosted by an underlying positive volume development for digital subscribers and a slight

increase in print revenues. Total circulation revenues increased by 8 percent in Q2 compared to 2015. Svenska Dagbladet now has more than 27,000 digital-only subscribers at the end of Q2.

The print advertising revenues decreased 10 percent. The market continued its structural migration from print advertising. Total online revenues grew 12 percent.

SvD's EBITDA decreased from SEK 19 million in Q2 2015 to SEK 16 million in Q2 2016. Operating costs were flat.

Schibsted Growth Sweden

Schibsted Growth consists of a portfolio of web-based growth companies. These companies benefit from the strong traffic positions and brands of Schibsted's established operations in Sweden.

Second quarter Schibsted Growth 1 half year FY
2015 2016 (MSEK) 2016 2015 2015
240 275 Operating revenues 538 478 986
49 65 EBITDA 117 91 214
20 % 24 % EBITDA margin 22 % 19 % 22 %

Total reported revenue growth including Hitta was 15 percent in Q2 2016.

The personal finance services, particularly Lendo, is an important driver for the revenue and EBITDA growth. The price comparison service Prisjakt shows continued good revenue progress.

EBITDA margin of 24 percent (20%), and total EBITDA was up SEK 16 million to SEK 65 million in Q2.

PRODUCT AND TECHNOLOGY

Schibsted is investing significant resources in product and technology development as part of the Group's strategy.

There are five main areas of investments:

  • New online classifieds platform
  • New publishing platform
  • Advertising technology, especially targeting solutions
  • Payment solutions
  • User identitification

A common technological foundation across the Group will drive accelerated innovation through rapid experimentation and faster rollout of new products. Many products are initially soft launched on smaller sites to test the product viability and minimize risk. The products will be personalized through data-driven optimizations and tailored user experiences.

Schibsted's new advertising technology is based on a strategic partnership with Appnexus. It will include the platform for a highly scalable advertising network, which may be a viable alternative to other established players in the market. Schibsted sees the opportunity to include other online publishers in the network. This will create mutual benefits and improve the scale and efficiency of the advertising products.

PROFIT AND LOSS

Main figures in Q2 2016 compared to Q2 2015, and first half year 2016 compared to first half year 2015:

OPERATING REVENUES

Group consolidated revenues increased 8 percent in Q2 and 7 percent for the first half year. Total consolidated online classifieds revenues (Norway, Sweden and International) grew by 25 percent in both Q2 and the first half year in NOK terms. Media house Norway revenues declined by 5 percent in Q2 and declined by 7 percent in the first half year. Media House Sweden revenues increased by 14 percent in both Q2 and the first half year in NOK terms.

OPERATING EXPENSES

Consolidated operating expenses increased by 10 percent in Q2 and increased by 7 percent in the first half year. Adjusted for currency, operating expenses grew 5 percent in Q2 and 2 percent in the first half year. The increased share of online classifieds investment spending fully consolidated, general growth in online classifieds and phasing of marketing spending in established operations negatively influences operating expense growth. There is continuous work in the media houses to adapt the cost base to the market, where print advertising declines and online increases. Within the online activities, costs are increasing as a result of product and technology development, sales and marketing.

PROFIT DEVELOPMENT

Consolidated EBITDA ex. Investment phase was NOK 831 million (753 million) in Q2 2016. In the first half year of 2016 consolidated EBITDA ex. Investment phase was NOK 1,466 million (1,261 million).

Group EBITDA margin ex. Investment phase was 21 percent (20%) in Q2, and 19 percent (17%) in the first half year.

Please refer to the notes to the Condensed consolidated financial statement for a detailed breakdown of the line items impairment loss, other income and expenses and net financial items. Additionally, non-GAAP accounting definitions are provided at the end of the report.

UNDERLYING DEVELOPMENT

The currency adjusted revenue growth rate for the Group was 3 percent in Q2 and 1 percent for the first half year.

Total growth for all three online classifieds segments combined, adjusted for currency effects was 18 percent both in Q2 and in the first half year.

Total growth for both media house segments combined, adjusted for currency effects was -1 percent in Q2 and -3 percent in the first half year.

OTHER MATERIAL EVENTS IN THE FIRST HALF YEAR

20 MINUTES FRANCE DIVESTED

Schibsted gained final approval from the French competition authorities on 1 January 2016 to sell our 50 percent stake in freesheet newspaper 20 Minutes France to Belgian media group Groupe Rossel. The transaction closed 7 January 2016.

ZERO VAT FOR ELECTRONIC NEWS SERVICES IN NORWAY

EFTA's surveillance authority ESA on 25 January 2016 approved the Norwegian government's proposal to introduce a zero VAT rate for electronic news services, with effect from 1 March 2016. The measure is designed to bring the VAT treatment of electronic news services in line with that applicable to printed newspapers, where the existing zero VAT rate will remain in place unchanged. The final rules regarding delimitation of the definition for electronic news services are unfinished.

EVENTS AFTER THE REPORTING PERIOD

Schibsted announced in May 2015 an offer to acquire the largest online classifieds site for real estate in Sweden, Hemnet. During 2016, the agreement has been under scrutiny by The Swedish Competition Authority (SCA). A set of commercially acceptable remedies were offered. It is Schibsted's view that the SCA's initial concerns have been alleviated as a result of these remedies and that Schibsted would be the best owner of Hemnet both from the perspective of Swedish consumers and from the realtors' viewpoint.

However, the SCA has informed Schibsted that the authority will not clear the transaction in its current form. Schibsted has on this background concluded that the acquisition process will be terminated.

Schibsted still considers the Swedish real estate market to be attractive, and will now consider other alternatives for its presence in the market.

CASH FLOW AND CAPITAL FACTORS

Main figures in first half of 2016 compared to first half of 2015:

CASH FLOW

Net cash flow from operating activities was NOK 801 million in the first half of 2016, compared to NOK 362 million in the first half of 2015. The change is largely related to a more favourable development in working capital and reduced tax payments.

Net cash outflow from investing activities was NOK 487 million in the first half of 2016, compared to NOK 616 million in the first half of 2015. The decrease is mainly related to reduced net cash outflows related to investments in joint ventures and associates, partly offset by increased net cash outflows from acquisition and sale of subsidiaries as well as net investments in fixed and intangible assets.

Net cash outflow from financing activities was NOK 771 million in the first half of 2016, compared a net cash inflow of NOK 20 million in the first half of 2015. The increased cash outflow is mainly related to increase in net repayments of interest bearing borrowings, partly offset by reduced distributions to non-controlling interests.

EQUITY AND DEBT

The carrying amount of the Group's assets decreased by NOK 1,127 million to NOK 20,489 million during the first half of 2016. The Group's net interest bearing debt increased by NOK 176 million to NOK 968 million. The Group's equity ratio was 52 percent at the end of the second quarter of 2016 and 51 percent at the end of 2015.

Schibsted ASA repaid a loan of EUR 25 million from Eksportfinans at maturity end of January.

Schibsted has two long term revolving credit facilities of totally EUR 425 million. As of 30 June none of these facilities were drawn. After exercising the last extension option, the final maturity of the EUR 300 million revolving credit facility is 14 July 2021. No other changes has been made to the main loan portfolio.

After the issue of B-shares in September 2015, the liquidity reserve is much higher than before. Including cash and cash equivalents, the liquidity reserve at the end of Q2 2016 was NOK 5.4 billion.

ONLINE CLASSIFIEDS

Schibsted sees continued revenue growth potential and a good margin outlook for its portfolio of developed online classifieds sites. On a medium to long-term horizon the target for annual revenue growth remains at 15-20 percent.

Our leading French site Leboncoin.fr holds significant longterm potential in new verticals and products, such as real estate and jobs. An improved product offering in the job vertical will be launched in Q3/Q4 2016.

Our strategy of building online classifieds positions in new markets as well as new product rollouts in existing markets will continue as long as key metrics like traffic, user engagement and brand recognition continue to develop compared to business plans and competitors. Continued investments are planned in native apps, like Shpock, and the online classifieds operations during the second half of 2016. At the same time, investments are expected to be reduced in most other markets, as the investment cycle is nearing the end there. This is a result of reduced marketing investments and increased monetization. In total, investments in full year 2016 are expected to be in the area EUR 80-100 million (compared to EUR 95.6 million in 2015). Note that the investments are affecting profitability and, the effect is split between consolidated companies, joint ventures and associates.

MEDIA HOUSES

The media houses in Schibsted will continue the transformation into world-class digital media houses based on strong editorial products. Schibsted is rolling out a new media platform that gives a user-first perspective and encompasses the entire newsroom production process. It is highly scalable across all media companies and allows publishers to leap into a digital-only newsroom.

Overall, the structural digital shift and the transformation process are expected to continue. Schibsted will continue to focus on digital product development combined with cost adaptions, with the aim to produce continued healthy cash flows and operating margins.

INVESTMENTS IN TECHNOLOGY AND ONLINE PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT

The build-up of Schibsted's global technology and product development resources is ongoing, and the aim is to facilitate the digital transformation and the strategy of forming identity-based ecosystems. Schibsted has strong

traffic positions and great brands in Scandinavia covering a broad range of online services. We intend to use these strong national ecosystems as a basis for developing products that improves the ability to offer targeted advertising, and personalized products for consumers both within online classifieds and news. The advertising technology, based on a strategic partnership with Appnexus, may be a viable alternative to other established players in the market, and represent an opportunity for new revenue sources.

The ramp up and organizational change related to product and technology will increase the efficiency and reduce timeto-market for new services both for online classifieds operations, for media houses and adjacent services. Investments will increase, as previously communicated, compared with 2015. EBITDA of the Other/Headquarters segment, which includes product and technology investments, is estimated to be negative NOK 650-700 million in the full year 2016.

Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
3,803 4,114 Operating revenues 7,997 7,497 15,117
(144) (129) Raw materials and finished goods (258) (305) (575)
(1,460) (1,568) Personnel expenses (3,130) (2,947) (5,884)
(1,557) (1,780) Other operating expenses (3,551) (3,227) (6,642)
642 637 Gross operating profit (loss) 1,058 1,018 2,016
(119) (132) Depreciation and amortisation (255) (237) (498)
(107) (40) Share of profit (loss) of joint ventures and associates (83) 247 52
(3) (39) Impairment loss (39) (9) (488)
97 (69) Other income and expenses (93) 364 1,079
510 357 Operating profit (loss) 588 1,383 2,161
(70) 2 Net financial items (10) (97) (195)
440 359 Profit (loss) before taxes 578 1,286 1,966
(172) (166) Taxes (310) (284) (575)
268 193 Profit (loss) 268 1,002 1,391
Profit (loss) attributable to:
29 38 Non-controlling interests 59 100 128
239 155 Owners of the parent 209 902 1,263
Earnings per share in NOK:
1.11 0.69 Basic 0.93 4.20 5.79
1.11 0.69 Diluted 0.92 4.20 5.78
0.62 1.04 Basic - adjusted 1.33 2.72 3.17
0.62 1.04 Diluted - adjusted 1.33 2.72 3.16
Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
268 193 Profit (loss) 268 1,002 1,391
- - Remeasurements of defined benefit pension liabilities (5) 49 563
- - Income tax relating to remeasurements of defined benefit
pension liabilities
1 (13) (151)
- - Share of other comprehensive income of joint ventures and
associates
5 (2) 5
- - Items not to be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss 1 34 417
23 (150) Exchange differences on translating foreign operations (351) (269) 446
(14) 28 Hedges of net investments in foreign operations 62 4 (79)
4 (8) Income tax relating to hedges of net investments in foreign
operations
(16) (1) 21
- 3 Share of other comprehensive income of joint ventures and
associates
6 - -
13 (127) Items to be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss (299) (266) 388
13 (127) Other comprehensive income (298) (232) 805
281 66 Comprehensive income (30) 770 2,196
Comprehensive income attributable to:
32 32 Non-controlling interests 48 88 129
249 34 Owners of the parent (78) 682 2,067
30 June 31 December
(NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
Intangible assets 13,920 11,855 14,292
Investment property and property, plant and equipment 1,069 1,196 1,137
Investments in joint ventures and associates 964 1,199 929
Other non-current assets 346 458 425
Non-current assets 16,299 14,708 16,783
Trade receivables and other current assets 2,779 2,898 2,942
Cash and cash equivalents 1,411 469 1,891
Current assets 4,190 3,367 4,833
Total assets 20,489 18,075 21,616
Equity attributable to owners of the parent 10,276 6,930 10,776
Non-controlling interests 322 136 314
Equity 10,598 7,066 11,090
Non-current interest-bearing borrowings 1,838 2,334 2,365
Other non-current liabilities 2,493 2,886 2,743
Non-current liabilities 4,331 5,220 5,108
Current interest-bearing borrowings 541 1,162 318
Other current liabilities 5,019 4,627 5,100
Current liabilities 5,560 5,789 5,418
Total equity and liabilities 20,489 18,075 21,616
Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
440 359 Profit (loss) before taxes 578 1,286 1,966
- - Gain on remeasurement in business combinations achieved in
stages and remeasurement of contingent consideration
- - (778)
122 171 Depreciation, amortisation and impairment losses 294 246 1,000
122 59 Share of profit of joint ventures and associates, net of dividends
received
102 (232) (25)
(319) (187) Taxes paid (366) (532) (738)
(127) (11) Sales losses (gains) non-current assets (35) (418) (437)
142 242 Change in working capital 228 12 5
380 633 Net cash flow from operating activities 801 362 993
(125) (192) Purchase of intangible assets and property, plant and equipment (345) (254) (460)
(312) (103) Acquistion of subsidiaries, net of cash acquired (120) (425) (753)
35 - Proceeds from sale of intangible assets and property, plant and
equipment
3 60 34
59 (1) Proceeds from sale of subsidiaries, net of cash sold (1) 430 470
11 (25) Net sale of (investment in) other shares (24) (432) (722)
5 - Net change in other investments - 5 (82)
(327) (321) Net cash flow from investing activities (487) (616) (1,513)
53 312 Net cash flow before financing activities 314 (254) (520)
739 (29) Net change in interest-bearing loans and borrowings (285) 669 (212)
(100) (63) Change in ownership interests in subsidiaries (63) (110) (188)
- - Capital increase - - 2,634
3 3 Net sale (purchase) of treasury shares 11 8 16
(505) (431) Dividends paid (434) (547) (567)
137 (520) Net cash flow from financing activities (771) 20 1,683
(6) (5) Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (23) (42) (17)
184 (213) Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (480) (276) 1,146
285 1,624 Cash and cash equivalents at start of period 1,891 745 745
469 1,411 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 1,411 469 1,891
First half year 2016 Equity
attributable
to owners of
Non-
controlling
interests
Equity
(NOK million) the parent
Equity at start of period 10,776 314 11,090
Comprehensive income (78) 48 (30)
Transactions with the owners (422) (40) (462)
Share-based payment 27 - 27
Dividends paid to owners of the parent (396) - (396)
Dividends to non-controlling interests - (38) (38)
Change in treasury shares 11 - 11
Business combinations - 9 9
Loss of control of subsidiaries - (1) (1)
Changes in ownership of subsidiaries that do not result in a loss of control (63) (10) (73)
Share of transactions with the owners of joint ventures and associates (1) - (1)
Equity at end of period 10,276 322 10,598
First half year 2015
(NOK million)
Equity
attributable
to owners of
the parent
Non-
controlling
interests
Equity
Equity at start of period 6,560 230 6,790
Comprehensive income 682 88 770
Transactions with the owners (312) (182) (494)
Share-based payment 29 - 29
Dividends paid to owners of the parent (376) - (376)
Dividends to non-controlling interests 15 (171) (156)
Change in treasury shares 8 - 8
Loss of control of subsidiaries - (3) (3)
Changes in ownership of subsidiaries that do not result in a loss of control 5 (8) (3)
Share of transactions with the owners of joint ventures and associates 7 - 7
Equity at end of period 6,930 136 7,066
-- ------------------------- ------- ----- -------
Year 2015 Equity
attributable
to owners of
Non-
controlling
interests
Equity
(NOK million) the parent
Equity at start of period 6,560 230 6,790
Comprehensive income 2,067 129 2,196
Transactions with the owners 2,149 (45) 2,104
Capital increase 2,640 - 2,640
Share-based payment 55 - 55
Dividends paid to owners of the parent (376) - (376)
Dividends to non-controlling interests 15 (191) (176)
Change in treasury shares 16 - 16
Business combinations - 111 111
Loss of control of subsidiaries - (3) (3)
Changes in ownership of subsidiaries that do not result in a loss of control (208) 38 (170)
Share of transactions with the owners of joint ventures and associates 7 - 7
Equity at end of period 10,776 314 11,090

NOTE 1 GENERAL INFORMATION

Schibsted ASA is a public limited company incorporated and domiciled in Norway. The address of its registered office is Apotekergata 10, N-0107 Oslo, Norway. The A-shares and B-shares of Schibsted ASA are listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange under tickers SCHA and SCHB. Schibsted Media Group (Schibsted or the Group) consists of Schibsted ASA and its subsidiaries.

Schibsted Media Group is an international media group with leading positions within online classifieds and strong positions within media houses. The major businesses are in Norway, Sweden, France and Spain, but the Group also has operations in other countries in Europe, Latin America, Asia and Africa.

The condensed consolidated interim financial statements comprise the Group and the Group's interests in joint ventures and associates. The interim financial statements have been prepared in compliance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting. The condensed interim financial statements do not include all information and disclosures required in the annual financial statements and should be read in conjunction with the Group's Annual financial statements as at 31 December 2015.

The accounting policies adopted in preparing these interim financial statements are consistent with those followed in the preparation of the Group's annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2015.

In November 2015, Schibsted Media Group presented a new organisation model with new geographies and stronger global functions. Consequently, changes are made to operating segments reported with effect from the first quarter of 2016. Comparable figures for previous periods are restated.

The condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the first half of 2016 were authorised for issue by the Board of Directors on 18 July 2016. The interim financial statements are unaudited.

NOTE 2 CHANGES IN THE COMPOSITION OF THE GROUP

Business combinations 2016:

Schibsted has in the first half year of 2016 invested NOK 120 million related to acquisition of subsidiaries and businesses (business combinations), of which NOK 120 million is settlement of contingent consideration related to prior year's business combinations (primarily Compricer AB, Media House Sweden). Investments related to business combinations in the first half year of 2016 amount to NOK 15 million (net NOK 0 million adjusted for cash in acquired companies).

Other changes in the composition of the Group 2016:

Schibsted has in the first half year of 2016 invested NOK 67 million related to increased ownership interests in subsidiaries. The amount invested is related to increase in ownership interest in ServiceFinder Sverige AB (Online Classifieds Sweden) from 69.95% to 100%. In January 2016, Schibsted closed the sale of its 50% interest in the joint venture 20 Minutes France S.A.S. A gain of NOK 24 million is recognised in the line item Other income and expenses.

NOTE 3 OPERATING SEGMENT DISCLOSURES

Schibsted reports five operating segments; Online Classifieds (Norway, Sweden and International) and Media Houses (Norway and Sweden). As a consequence of the new organisational model, operating segments are changed from 1 January 2016, and restated retrospectively to give comparable information.

Online Classifieds Norway comprices Finn.no and Mittanbud.

Online Classifieds Sweden comprices Blocket, BytBil and Servicefinder.

Online Classifieds International comprices the Group's online classifieds operations world wide. The segment includes operations in Europe, Asia, Latin America and Africa. The main operations in Europe are in France, Spain and Italy.

Media House Norway comprises the media houses VG, Aftenposten, Bergens Tidende, Stavanger Aftenblad and Fædrelandsvennen, printing and distribution operations, and the publishing house Schibsted Forlag (sold in June 2015).

Media House Sweden comprises Publishing, where Aftonbladet and Svenska Dagbladet are the main units, and Schibsted Growth, a portfolio of internet-based growth companies (including the online directory service Hitta).

Other / Headquarters comprises operations not included in the five reported operating segments, including Mötesplatsen, Aspiro (sold in March 2015), 20 Minutes in Spain (sold in July 2015) and 20 Minutes in France (sold in January 2016), as well as the Group's headquarter Schibsted ASA and centralised functions including Product and Technology.

Eliminations comprise intersegment sales. Transactions between operating segments are conducted on normal commercial terms.

The division into operating segments corresponds to the management structure and the internal reporting to the Group's chief operating decision maker, defined as the CEO. The division reflects an allocation based partly on the type of operation and partly on geographical location.

In the operating segment information presented, Gross operating profit (loss) is used as measure of operating segment profit or loss. For internal control and monitoring, Operating profit (loss) is also used as measure of operating segment profit or loss.

Information about operating revenues and profit (loss) by operating segment:

Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 429 283 1,015 1,336 1,029 22 - 4,114
Operating revenues from other segments 19 11 27 48 60 71 (236) -
Operating revenues 448 294 1,042 1,384 1,089 93 (236) 4,114
Gross operating profit (loss) 200 160 177 143 130 (173) - 637
Operating profit (loss) 192 142 116 36 81 (210) - 357
First half-year 2016
Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 807 535 1,972 2,625 2,013 45 - 7,997
Operating revenues from other segments 32 16 64 89 89 152 (442) -
Operating revenues 839 551 2,036 2,714 2,102 197 (442) 7,997
Gross operating profit (loss) 346 290 336 188 216 (318) - 1,058
Operating profit (loss) 330 270 186 13 145 (356) - 588

Second quarter 2015 (restated)

Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 396 234 759 1,437 927 50 - 3,803
Operating revenues from other segments 6 20 15 21 27 96 (185) -
Operating revenues 402 254 774 1,458 954 146 (185) 3,803
Gross operating profit (loss) 203 117 203 119 110 (110) - 642
Operating profit (loss) 193 116 179 65 89 (132) - 510
First half-year 2015 (restated)
Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 769 437 1,460 2,888 1,784 159 - 7,497
Operating revenues from other segments 12 35 23 42 53 181 (346) -
Operating revenues 781 472 1,483 2,930 1,837 340 (346) 7,497
Gross operating profit (loss) 353 218 293 187 184 (217) - 1,018
Operating profit (loss) 333 216 642 85 152 (45) - 1,383
Year 2015 (restated)
Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 1,472 913 3,149 5,628 3,753 202 - 15,117
Operating revenues from other segments 31 74 53 95 118 358 (729) -
Operating revenues 1,503 987 3,202 5,723 3,871 560 (729) 15,117
Gross operating profit (loss) 652 507 510 398 422 (473) - 2,016
Operating profit (loss) 614 490 1,374 (298) 296 (315) - 2,161

NOTE 4 IMPAIRMENT LOSS

Second quarter 2016
(NOK million) Norway Online Classifieds
Sweden
International Norway Media Houses
Sweden
Other /
Headquarters
Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers
Operating revenues from other segments
429
19
283
11
1,015
27
1,336
48
1,029
60
22
71
-
(236)
4,114
-
Operating revenues 448 294 1,042 1,384 1,089 93 (236) 4,114
Gross operating profit (loss) 200 160 177 143 130 (173) - 637
Operating profit (loss) 192 142 116 36 81 (210) - 357
First half-year 2016
(NOK million) Norway Online Classifieds
Sweden
International Norway Media Houses
Sweden
Other /
Headquarters
Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers 807 535 1,972 2,625 2,013 45 - 7,997
Operating revenues from other segments 32 16 64 89 89 152 (442) -
Operating revenues
Gross operating profit (loss)
839
346
551
290
2,036
336
2,714
188
2,102
216
197
(318)
(442)
-
7,997
1,058
Operating profit (loss) 330 270 186 13 145 (356) - 588
Second quarter 2015 (restated) Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers
Operating revenues from other segments
396
6
234
20
759
15
1,437
21
927
27
50
96
-
(185)
3,803
-
Operating revenues 402 254 774 1,458 954 146 (185) 3,803
Gross operating profit (loss) 203 117 203 119 110 (110) - 642
Operating profit (loss) 193 116 179 65 89 (132) - 510
First half-year 2015 (restated)
(NOK million) Norway Online Classifieds
Sweden
International Norway Media Houses
Sweden
Other /
Headquarters
Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers
Operating revenues from other segments
769
12
437
35
1,460
23
2,888
42
1,784
53
159
181
-
(346)
7,497
-
Operating revenues 781 472 1,483 2,930 1,837 340 (346) 7,497
Gross operating profit (loss) 353 218 293 187 184 (217) - 1,018
Operating profit (loss) 333 216 642 85 152 (45) - 1,383
Year 2015 (restated)
Online Classifieds Media Houses Other /
(NOK million) Norway Sweden International Norway Sweden Headquarters Eliminations Total
Operating revenues from external customers
Operating revenues from other segments
1,472
31
913
74
3,149
53
5,628
95
3,753
118
202
358
-
(729)
15,117
-
Operating revenues 1,503 987 3,202 5,723 3,871 560 (729) 15,117
Gross operating profit (loss) 652 507 510 398 422 (473) - 2,016
Operating profit (loss) 614 490 1,374 (298) 296 (315) - 2,161
NOTE 4 IMPAIRMENT LOSS
Second quarter First half-year Year
2015
2016 (NOK million)
2016 2015 2015
-
- Impairment loss goodwill
(3)
(39) Impairment loss other intangible assets and property, plant
-
(39)
-
(18)
(430)
(44)
and equipment
-
- Impairment loss investments in associates
- 9 (14)
(3)
(39) Total impairment loss
(39) (9) (488)
Impairment losses in 2016 are related to operations being closed down.

NOTE 5 OTHER INCOME AND EXPENSES

Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
(29)
127
(62) Restructuring costs
11 Gain (loss) on sale of subsidiaries, joint ventures and
(109)
35
(43)
414
(141)
422
- - Gain (loss) on sale of intangible assets, property, plant and
equipment and investment property
- 3 3
- - Gain from remeasurement of previously held equity interests
in business combinations achieved in stages
- - 858
(2) (18) Acquisition-related costs (18) (10) (34)
1 - Other (1) - (29)
97 (69) Total other income and expenses (93) 364 1,079

Restructuring costs in first half year 2016 are mainly related to structural measures within Media Houses. NOK 77 million are related to the restructuring of Media House Norway.

Gain (loss) on sale of subsidiaries, joint ventures and associates in the first half year 2016 includes sale of the joint venture 20 Minutes France S.A.S, that gave rise to a gain of NOK 24 million. See note 2.

NOTE 6 NET FINANCIAL ITEMS

Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
(32) (17) Net interest income (expenses) (33) (58) (97)
(37) 23 Net foreign exchange gain (loss) 30 (34) (80)
(1) (4) Net other financial income (expenses) (7) (5) (18)
(70) 2 Net financial items (10) (97) (195)

NOTE 7 SHARES OUTSTANDING

The development in the number of shares outstanding:

Second quarter First half-year Year
2015 2016 2016 2015 2015
107,432,299
6,112
107,438,411
96,446
-
226,045,355 Shares outstanding at start of period
- Decrease in treasury shares before share split
- Share split
73,290 Decrease in treasury shares after share split
- Capital increase
225,928,308
-
-
190,337
-
107,421,397
17,014
107,438,411
96,446
-
107,421,397
17,014
107,438,411
251,125
10,800,361
214,973,268 226,118,645 Shares outstanding at end of period 226,118,645 214,973,268 225,928,308
1,033,962 688,946 Treasury shares at end of period 688,946 1,033,962 879,283
216,007,230 226,807,591 Total number of shares issued 226,807,591 216,007,230 226,807,591
214,882,552 226,100,388 Average number of shares outstanding used for calculating
Earnings per share
226,035,239 214,866,638 218,135,315

The share capital of Schibsted ASA is NOK 113,403,795.50 divided on 108,003,615 A-shares with a nominal value of NOK 0.50 and 118,803,976 B-shares with a nominal value of NOK 0.50. Shares outstanding at 30 June 2016 comprise 107,710,604 Ashares and 118,408,041 B-shares.

Decrease in treasury shares is related to an employee share saving plan and other share-based payment arrangements. Consideration received related to treasury shares sold amounts to NOK 11 million.

First half-year Year
2016 2015 2015
(NOK million) Restated * Restated *
Pro forma Online Classifieds
Operating revenues Developed phase (EUR million) 343.1 306.3 610.8
EBITDA Developed phase (EUR million) 148.2 130.1 254.9
EBITDA margin Developed phase 43 % 42 % 42 %
EBITDA Investment phase (EUR million) (48.3) (48.0) (95.6)
Operating revenues for operating segments
Online Classifieds Norway 839 781 1,503
Online Classifieds Sweden 551 472 987
Online Classifieds International 2,036 1,483 3,202
Media House Norway 2,714 2,930 5,723
Media House Sweden 2,102 1,837 3,871
EBITDA Group
EBITDA excl. Investment phase 1,466 1,261 2,560
EBITDA (gross operating profit (loss)) 1,058 1,018 2,016
Operating margin
EBITDA excl. Investment phase 19 % 17 % 17 %
EBITDA (gross operating profit (loss)) 13 % 14 % 13 %
Operating margins operating segments (EBITDA)
Online Classifieds Norway 41 % 45 % 43 %
Online Classifieds Sweden 53 % 46 % 51 %
Online Classifieds International 17 % 20 % 16 %
Media House Norway 7 % 6 % 7 %
Media House Sweden 10 % 10 % 11 %
Equity ratio 52 % 39 % 51 %
Interest-bearing borrowings 2,379 3,496 2,683
Net interest-bearing debt 968 3,027 792
Cash flow from operating activities 801 362 993
Cash flow from operating activities per share (NOK) 3.54 1.68 4.56
CAPEX 345 254 460

* Operating segments are changed from 1 January 2016, and restated retrospectively to give comparable information.

First Second Third Fourth First Second
quarter quarter quarter quarter quarter quarter
(NOK million) 2015 2015 2015 2015 2016 2016
Operating revenues 3,694 3,803 3,673 3,947 3,883 4,114
Gross operating profit (loss) 376 642 556 442 421 637
Operating profit (loss) 873 510 1,083 (305) 231 357
Profit (loss) before taxes 846 440 965 (285) 219 359
Profit (loss) 734 268 812 (423) 75 193

This section includes definitions and reconciliations of financial measures presented in this report. These financial measures are included as they provide information of our financial performance in addition to the financial statements presented in accordance with IFRS.

EBITDA

Gross operating profit (loss)

EBITDA margin

Gross operating profit (loss) / Operating revenues

EBITDA excl. Investment phase

Online classifieds operations in investment phase are defined as operations in growth phase with large investments in market positions, immature monetization rate and sustainable profitability has not been reached.

Second quarter First half year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
753 831 EBITDA excl. Investment phase 1,466 1,261 2,560
(104) (185) EBITDA Investment phase Online Classifieds (390) (230) (514)
(7) (9) EBITDA Investment phase Other (18) (13) (30)
642 637 Total EBITDA 1,058 1,018 2,016

Online classified pro forma figures presented in EUR

The table includes all online classifieds sites. Subsidiaries are fully consolidated. Joint ventures and associates are proportionally consolidated based on Schibsted ownership. Figures are converted to EUR using monthly average exchange rates.

Second quarter First half year Year
2015 2016 (EUR million) 2016 2015 2015
49.0 57.3 Pro forma EBITDA Online Classifieds 99.9 82.1 159.3
11.4 1.5 5.2 20.7 36.3
Effect proportionate consolidation of joint ventures and associates
0.7 (1.2) Headquarter costs and other (1.8) (2.2) (7.8)
61.1
523
57.6 EBITDA online classifieds
537 EBITDA online classifieds in NOK million
103.3
972
100.6
864
187.8
1,669

Revenues adjusted for currency fluctuations

Growth rates adjusted for currency effects are calculated using the same foreign exchange rates for the period last year and this year.

Earnings per share - adjusted

Second quarter First half year Year
2015 2016 (NOK million) 2016 2015 2015
239 155 Profit (loss) attributable to owners of the parent 209 902 1,263
(97) 69 Other income and expenses 93 (364) (1,079)
3 39 Impairment loss 39 9 488
Taxes and Non-controlling interests related to Other income and
(12) (29)
expenses and Impairment loss
(41) 38 19
133 234 Profit (loss) attributable to owners of the parent - adjusted 300 585 691
0.62 1.04 Earnings per share – adjusted (NOK) 1.33 2.72 3.17
0.62 1.04 Diluted earnings per share – adjusted (NOK) 1.33 2.72 3.16

We confirm that, to the best of our knowledge, the condensed set of financial statements for the first half year of 2016 has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Statements, as endorsed by the EU, and gives a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of the company and the Group taken as a whole.

To the best of our knowledge we confirm that the interim management report includes a fair review of important events during the accounting period, and their impact on the financial statements for the first half year, together with a description of the principal risks and uncertainties that the company is facing during the next accounting period and any major transactions with related parties.

Oslo, 18 July 2016 Schibsted ASA's Board of Directors

Ole Jacob Sunde Marianne Budnik Tanya Cordrey Chair

Torbjörn Ek Arnaud de Puyfontaine Christian Ringnes

Ingunn Saltbones Birger Steen Eugenie van Wiechen

Finn E. Våga Rolv Erik Ryssdal CEO

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Schibsted ASA

Apotekergaten 10, P.O. Box 490 Sentrum NO-0105 Oslo

Tel: +47 23 10 66 00 Fax: +47 23 10 66 01 E-mail: [email protected] www.schibsted.com

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Investor Day 2016 27 September 2016 (London) and 28 September 2016 (New York) Q3 report 2016 4 November 2016 For information regarding conferences, roadshows etc., please visit www.schibsted.com/en/ir/Financial-calendar/

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