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Westwing Group SE

Investor Presentation Mar 28, 2025

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FY 2024 Results

Munich, 27 March, 2025

Copyright © 2023 Westwing. All rights reserved.

Disclaimer | Forward-looking statements

Certain statements in this communication may constitute forward-looking statements. These statements are based on assumptions that are believed to be reasonable at the time they are made, and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. You should not rely on these forward-looking statements as predictions of future events, and we undertake no obligation to update or revise these statements. Our actual results may differ materially and adversely from any forward-looking statements discussed in these statements due to a number of factors. These include, without limitation, risks from macroeconomic developments, external fraud, inefficient processes at fulfilment centres, inaccurate personnel and capacity forecasts for fulfilment centres, hazardous materials/production conditions with regard to private labels, insufficient innovation capabilities, inadequate data security, insufficient market knowledge, strike risks and changes in competition levels.

Agenda 01 Business update

  • Financial update
  • Path to full value creation
  • Financial outlook
  • Investment highlights
  • Q&A
  • Appendix

1. Business update

4

Westwing's key achievements of 2024

We delivered on all our 2024 financial commitments.

  • GMV growth of 3% and revenue growth of 4% year-over-year (yoy) despite shifts in product assortment and market headwinds.
  • Adjusted EBITDA of EUR 24 million at 5% margin (+1pp yoy) with improved contribution margin and brand awareness investments.
  • Free cash flow of EUR 9 million and net cash of EUR 69 million (end of 2024) after share buybacks and restructuring costs.
  • Net working capital at EUR -10 million at the end of FY 2024.

We delivered on the second phase of our 3-step plan to unlock Westwing's full value potential.

  • Our new technology platform was rolled out to all countries, ahead of plan.
  • We successfully implemented reorganisations in Italy, Spain, Central and Eastern Europe and at our headquarters.
  • We introduced a mostly global and more premium product assortment with detrimental topline effect expected in FY 2025.
  • We continued to strengthen our premium brand positioning (beyond product assortment) through marketing activities.
  • The Westwing Collection share increased to 55% of GMV in FY 2024, a new all-time high.

We made good progress in all our sustainability focus areas.

• Specifically, we published our first Sustainability Statement under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

We delivered on our FY 2024 guidance.

Revenue Adjusted EBITDA 2024 guidance 2024 results EUR 415m to 445m EUR 444m -3% to +4% yoy growth +4% yoy growth EUR 14m to 24m EUR 24m 3% to 5% margin 5% margin EUR 9m Free cash flow

6 Note: Free cash flow was not part of capital market guidance for FY 2024. Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items.

We also implemented all transformation levers …

Turnaround &
Strategy Update
2022-2023
Building a
Scalable Platform
2024-2025
Scaling with
Operating Leverage
2025-202x
Profitability
levers
Organisational rightsizing Complexity reduction Cost discipline
Westwing Collection share increase
OneWestwing commercial model Share gains in existing markets
Topline
levers
Stronger premium brand positioning Country expansion
Adj. EBITDA
margin
-1% to +4% +3% to +5%(1) Path to 10%+
Topline

Note: (1) Financial guidance for 2024. For 2025 guidance, see further down in this document. Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items. All figures unaudited. 7

... of the second phase of our 3-step plan

Over the past 2.5 years, we transformed Westwing from the ground up

2. Financial update

We achieved 4% topline growth in 2024

Group revenue [in EUR million]

• FY & Q4 growth despite switch to a mostly global and more premium product assortment plus continued market headwinds.

Note: Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items.

We significantly improved our contribution margin per order

Strong improvements across nearly all P&L lines

[as
% of revenue]
FY 2023 FY 2024 Delta
24 vs. 23
Q4 2023 Q4 2024 Delta
24 vs. 23
Gross margin 49.7% 50.8% +1.1pp 49.3% 50.7% +1.4pp Strong Westwing
Collection share gains.
Fulfilment ratio -21.1% -18.9% +2.2pp -19.9% -17.5% +2.4pp Improved basket size and
freight costs, efficiency
gains.
Contribution margin 28.6% 31.9% +3.3pp 29.4% 33.2% +3.8pp
Marketing ratio -10.6% -12.8% -2.2pp -12.2% -12.8% -0.6pp Continued investments as
planned.
G&A ratio(1) -18.5% -18.3% +0.2pp -16.8% -15.7% +1.1pp Successful implementation
of cost savings, first effects
visible.
Adj. EBIT margin -0.5% 0.8% +1.3pp 0.3% 4.7% +4.4pp
D&A ratio 4.6% 4.6% +0.0pp 4.2% 3.0% -1.2pp Driven by reclassification
of subleased office space.
Adj. EBITDA margin 4.1% 5.4% +1.2pp 4.5% 7.7% +3.2pp

Note: (1) Includes "Other result". Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items. 13 Strong improvement in adjusted EBITDA margin in both segments in Q4 2024 Segment adjusted EBITDA [as % of revenue]

  • In full year 2024, DACH segment impacted by investment in brand awareness.
  • International segment catching up very fast at +4pp adjusted EBITDA margin improvement year-over-year, mainly driven by change in product assortment incl. Westwing Collection share increase.

Note: Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items.

Net working capital remained negative with improvement of EUR 2 million year-over-year

Net working capital [in EUR million]

  • -2 Net working capital improved year-over-year despite higher inventory levels.
    • Higher inventory (incl. goods prepayments) was mainly driven by higher average item price and improved availability for Q1.

CAPEX in FY 2024 slightly increased compared to previous year's level

CAPEX [in EUR million, as % of revenue]

Property, plant and equipment Intangible

• Intangible driven by capitalisation of implementation efforts for new SaaS-based technology platform.

• Property, plant and equipment driven by investments in central logistics centre.

Strong net cash position of EUR 69 million at the end of December 2024

We reached new milestones regarding sustainability in 2024

86%
of
Westwing
Collection suppliers
audited for
environmental topics,
WE CARE
98%
for social
for
People
topics(1)
87%
of our key and
strategic suppliers
completed training
on social and
environmental
topics(1)
WE CARE
for
our
Products
66%
share
of
WE
CARE
products
in
the
Westwing
Collection,
+18pp improvement
compared to 2023
100%
of packaging waste
recovered, reused,
and/or recycled in our
logistics centre
for WE CARE
the Planet
64%
reduction
in
our
(2)
total
Scope
1
and
2
emissions
compared
to
2022
81%
of
suppliers, brand
partners,
and logistics
carriers
by spend
engaged
on
setting
SBTs
Silver Eco/Green
Design Award
for
our
3D-printed lamp
Keani

3. Path to full value creation

3.a Recap of what Westwing is today

Westwing is Europe's leading premium one-stop destination in Home & Living.

The Beautiful Living Company

3.b The third phase of our 3-step plan

We're now entering the third phase of our 3-step plan

(1) Financial guidance for 2024. For 2025 guidance, see further down in this document. Note: Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items. All figures unaudited. 23 1 Stronger premium brand positioning

We will be creating many more "brand moments" to shape our positioning further.

Westwing Collection share increase & share gains in existing markets

For share gains in existing markets, we will continue to create the perfect product assortment, and we will offer more offline touchpoints

Product assortment expansion Store expansion

design brands

The topline dampening from 2024's change in product assortment will be felt throughout 2025, especially in the first half.

We will continue to grow our Westwing Collection business at a double-digit growth rate

Many more to come!

Product assortment expansion – The best third-party design brands 2 3

The shift in assortment is also driven by onboarding the best third-party design brands.

Store expansion 2 3

We will open a mid-single-digit number of offline stores in 2025

Standalone stores

Hamburg
Leipzig
Munich opening soon
Berlin opening soon
Cologne opening soon

opening soon

Since last week, customers can experience our brand and products in our newest store in Leipzig, Germany

Country expansion

4

We will increase our operating leverage by entering 5 to 10 new countries in 2025

In the mid-term, we aim to be present in approximately all European countries.

FI

SE

NO

What will the 3-step plan lead us to?

(1) Financial guidance for 2024. For 2025 guidance, see further down in this document. Note: Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items. All figures unaudited. 31 Our ambition is to be the

Superbrand in design –

the ultimate aspiration in Home & Living.

4. Financial outlook

We expect year-over-year topline development in 2025 to be slightly negative to flat with strong improvements in profitability

Guidance 2025

Note: Free cash flow is not part of capital market guidance for FY 2025. Figures in this section are presented on an adjusted basis, i.e. excluding (i) share-based payments and (ii) restructuring expenses. Adjusted EBITDA is calculated by adjusting reported EBITDA for these items.

Our ambition is to return to significant growth in 2026 while continuously improving profitability

Based on a return to significant growth, a 10%+ adjusted EBITDA margin can be reached in the mid-term

Adjusted EBITDA [in % of revenue]

Strong profitability and compelling cash conversion.

5. Investment highlights

38

Investment highlights

Unique, relevant customer value proposition

  • Unique assortment of gorgeous, own design Westwing Collection and the best third-party design brands.
  • Best-in-class inspirational storytelling with distinct visuals and tone of voice.
  • Premium services such as interior design service and branded delivery fleet.
  • The one-stop destination for premium Home & Living.

Huge market potential

  • Addressing sizeable premium segment of EUR 130bn total Home & Living market(1) in existing 14 Westwing geographies. Future country expansion with additional potential.
  • Massive online penetration potential in a mostly offline market, flanked by selected offline presence.
  • Superbrand in design
  • Superbrand in design inspiring and engaging design lovers, leaving a lasting impact.
  • Clear premium positioning, only getting stronger.
  • Huge upside potential from brand marketing invest and offline presence.
  • Westwing Collection product brand with attributes superior design, quality and sustainability.

High margins and operating leverage in scaling

  • High margins as a result of pricing power based on a strong brand, as well as the unique Westwing Collection with further GMV share potential.
  • Platform & commercial model allowing for scaling with operating leverage in existing countries and beyond.

Strong balance sheet

  • Strong net cash position and no debt.
  • Strong net working capital.
  • Low CAPEX.

Clear path towards mid-term adjusted EBITDA margin of 10%+ with strong cash conversion.

7. Appendix

41

Continuously expanding share of wallet with customers

Active customers and average GMV per active customer [in k, in EUR]

KPI overview

Group KPIs Unit Q1
2020
Q2
2020
Q3
2020
Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Q1
2023
Q2
2023
Q3
2023
Q4
2023
Q1
2024
Q2
2024
Q3
2024
Q4
2024
Westwing Collection
share
in % of
GMV
25% 22% 26% 28% 31% 32% 38% 37% 37% 38% 44% 44% 46% 46% 48% 47% 51% 53% 58% 58%
Active customers in k 986 1,178 1,284 1,529 1,720 1,730 1,750 1,705 1,593 1,486 1,422 1,320 1,262 1,252 1,262 1,275 1,282 1,282 1,276 1,237
Number of orders in k 675 1,051 874 1,474 1,268 1,022 819 1,262 872 685 620 951 694 614 605 939 676 578 528 766
Average basket size in EUR 127 122 129 119 129 135 144 131 147 159 164 149 169 178 177 157 185 198 206 194
Average orders LTM
per active customer
in # 2.5 2.6 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.7 2.6 2.6 2.5 2.4 2.4 2.4 2.3 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.1 2.1
Average GMV LTM
per active customer
in EUR 324 325 330 328 337 341 340 343 345 349 355 364 373 376 377 377 381 385 388 402
GMV in EUR m 85 128 113 175 164 139 118 166 128 109 102 142 118 109 107 147 125 114 109 149
Mobile visit share in % 76% 79% 80% 79% 79% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% 80% 79% 78% 79% 82% 81% 81% 81% 81%
KPI definitions
Westwing Collection share GMV share of Westwing Collection: GMV of Westwing Collection business as % of Group GMV in the same reporting period.
Active customers A customer who has made a valid order within the last 12 months at the end of the reporting period.
Number of orders Total number of valid orders (excluding failed and cancelled orders) of a reporting period.
Average basket size Weighted average value of an order: GMV divided by total number of orders of the same reporting period.
Average orders LTM per active customer Total number of orders of the last 12 months divided by active customers at the end of the reporting period.
Average GMV LTM per active customer GMV of the last 12 months divided by active customers.
GMV Gross Merchandise Volume: Value of all valid customer orders placed of a reporting period (i.e. excluding cancellation and VAT, but including returns).
Mobile visit share Share of daily unique sessions per platform via mobile devices (tablets and smartphones) as % of all daily unique sessions per platform of a reporting period.
Note: All figures unaudited. 43

Consolidated income statement

EUR million, in % of revenue FY 2023 FY 2024 Q4 2023 Q4 2024
Revenue 428.6 444.3 131.1 133.9
Cost of sales -215.7 -218.7 -66.5 -66.1
Gross profit 212.9 225.7 64.6 67.9
Fulfilment expenses -90.3 -85.2 -26.1 -23.8
Marketing expenses -45.6 -57.1 -16.1 -17.1
General and administrative expenses -85.2 -84.6 -25.6 -22.0
Other operating expenses -6.2 -8.9 -2.6 -3.8
Other operating income 5.9 5.4 1.4 1.3
Operating result -8.4 -4.8 -4.4 2.4
Financial result -0.7 0.1 -0.1 -0.0
Result before income tax -9.1 -4.8 -4.4 2.4
Income tax expense -3.3 -0.2 -2.5 -0.6
Result for the period -12.4 -5.0 -7.0 1.8
Reconciliation to adjusted EBITDA
Operating result (EBIT) -8.4 -4.8 -4.4 2.4
Share-based compensation expenses 2.3 -0.0 0.7 -0.1
Complexity reduction 4.1 8.5 4.1 4.0
Adjusted EBIT -2.0 3.7 0.4 6.3
Adjusted EBIT margin (%) -0.5% 0.8% 0.3% 4.7%
Depreciation and amortisation 19.8 20.3 5.5 4.0
Adjusted EBITDA 17.8 24.0 5.9 10.3
Adjusted EBITDA margin (%) 4.1% 5.4% 4.5% 7.7%

Adjusted income statement

EUR million, in % of revenue FY 2023 FY 2024 Q4 2023 Q4 2024
Revenue 428.6 444.3 131.1 133.9
Revenue growth yoy -0.5% 3.7% 2.1% 2.2%
Cost of Sales -215.7 -218.7 -66.5 -66.1
Gross Profit 212.9 225.7 64.6 67.9
Gross margin 49.7% 50.8% 49.3% 50.7%
Fulfilment expenses -90.3 -84.0 -26.1 -23.5
Contribution Profit 122.7 141.7 38.5 44.4
Contribution margin 28.6% 31.9% 29.4% 33.2%
Marketing expenses -45.3 -56.9 -16.0 -17.1
General and administrative expenses -80.3 -79.1 -22.2 -20.0
Other operating expenses -4.9 -8.3 -1.3 -3.2
Other operating income 5.9 6.3 1.4 2.2
Adjusted EBIT -2.0 3.7 0.4 6.3
Adjusted EBIT margin (%) -0.5% 0.8% 0.3% 4.7%
Depreciation and Amortisation 19.8 20.3 5.5 4.0
Adjusted EBITDA 17.8 24.0 5.9 10.3
Adjusted EBITDA margin (%) 4.1% 5.4% 4.5% 7.7%

Segment reporting

DACH in EUR million FY 2023 FY 2024 Q4 2023 Q4 2024
Revenue 236.5 252.2 73.9 78.6
yoy growth (in %) -2.4% 6.6% 0.4% 6.5%
Adj. EBITDA 16.1 14.5 4.2 7.1
Adj. EBITDA margin % 6.8% 5.8% 5.7% 9.0%
International in EUR million FY 2023 FY 2024 Q4 2023 Q4 2024
Revenue 192.1 192.2 57.2 55.3
yoy growth (in %) 2.0% 0.0% 4.2% -3.3%
Adj. EBITDA 2.1 9.8 1.8 3.5
Adj. EBITDA margin % 1.1% 5.1% 3.2% 6.3%

Excluding adjustments, FY 2024 EBITDA of EUR 15.5 million and EBIT of EUR -4.8 million

EUR million Q4
2023
Q4
2024
FY
2023
FY
2024
Adjusted EBITDA 5.9 10.3 17.8 24.0
Adjusted D&A -5.5 -4.0 -19.8 -20.3
Adjusted EBIT 0.4 6.3 -2.0 3.7
Share-based compensation expenses -0.7 0.1 -2.3 0.0
Complexity reduction -4.1 -4.0 -4.1 -8.5
EBIT -4.4 2.4 -8.4 -4.8
EBITDA 1.1 6.4 11.4 15.5

Issued share capital

Share information as at 31 December 2024

Type of shares Ordinary bearer shares with no-par value (Stückaktien)
Stock exchange Frankfurt Stock Exchange
Market segment Regulated market (prime standard)
Number of shares issued 20,903,968
Issued share capital EUR 20,903,968
Treasury shares 2,081,461

Stock option programs as at 31 December 2024

Program # of options outstanding Weighted average exercise price
(in EUR)
2023(1)
LTIP
235,370 12.55
ECP 2022 389,327 1.00
VSOPs(2) 596,750 3.16(2)
LTIP 2019 1,828,800 19.30
LTIP 2016 96,450 0.01
Other 729,275 11.62
Total 3,900,872 12.56

Note: All figures unaudited. Stock option programs are categorized as granted

(1) Assumes 100% performance achievement, final number can only be determined after 3-year performance period; exercisable earliest 4 years after grant date

(2) VSOPs are virtual, cash-settled option programs with an average cap of EUR 24.55

Investor Relations Contact

Teresa Fischer Perez-Lozao Director Corporate Finance

[email protected]

Events

8 May 2025 Publication of first quarter results

14 May 2025 Frühjahreskonferenz Equity Forum

17 June 2025 Annual General Meeting

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