Investor Presentation • Mar 1, 2024
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Unaudited results for 12 months Ending 31 December 2023
Business highlights
Business performance
Q&A session



Pawn loan issuance growth in 2023 +20%


EBITDA growth in 2023 +39%
Profit before tax growth in 2023 +14%
Stable income growth in all the main business segments in 2023.





Demand for lending products remained solid. A moderate increase in issuance due to the development of the customer evaluation process and focus on a lower-risk client base.
The loan portfolio increased by 32% during 2023, reaching EUR 89 million.
Revenue growth every quarter for the past years. Increase of 32% in quarterly revenue compared to Q4 2022.
Profit before tax in Q4 reached EUR 2.3 million, historically the highest result for the company.
Net loan portfolio, EBITDA and profit before tax guidance for 2023 was exceeded.
Periods of COVID-19 restrictions in Latvia
Business highlights
Business performance
Q&A session


The fragmented pawnshop market in Lithuania presents a significant business opportunity.
We utilise over 14 years of knowledge and expertise gained in the Latvian market.
The larger Lithuanian market provides ample growth opportunities.

Launch of 5 branches in Vilnius and online store shop.banknote.lt during December 2023.
Offering pawn lending and retail of pre-owned goods as the first expansion step.


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Improved user experience

Available digital payment card
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Simple and clear view of all existing agreements

Efficient filling of new loan applications

Quick search of the nearest branch


Instantly accessible Banknote credit line on Banknote mobile app



Simple integration with Apple Pay and Google Wallet

High security standards with built-in biometric security checks


In Q4 2023 the first branch in Mārupe was opened. The branch is located in the center of Mārupe next to the municipality council building.


Banknote online store is a fast-growing sales channel where clients can conveniently purchase pre-owned and verified items.
14 day return option for goods purchased online
Up to 24 months guarantee 2-3 days delivery service
Use promo code INVESTOR15 until 7 March 2024 and receive a 15% discount at Banknote online stores!*

*discounts do not add up.

Online store sales, mEUR Units sold at online store

17 215 37 370 2022 2023

RESPECT Respect and trust are cornerstones for success

PROGRESS Progress means getting better every day
Make financial inclusion and sustainable consumption more available

COURAGE Courage turns ambition into action

CUSTOMER-ORIENTED
Caring for customers in every step
Be the best place for everyday financial services and circular retail

Business highlights




Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4
2023

Growth of the consumer lending segment continued throughout 2023. At the end of 2023, the net loan portfolio reached 81.6 million euros.
33% increase of consumer lending portfolio compared to 2022.
NPL ratio continues to be on a solid level due to constant improvements in client scoring, collection and loan cession.
Q4 2021
months
issued
33.1 33.6
29.0
Weighted average term of loans
Periods of COVID-19 restrictions in Latvia
*Average consumer loan balance for one client at the end of period. **Increase of Q3 2022 NPL ratio due to reversal of a one-off cession deal.

Loan portfolio quality remains solid with slight improvements in 2023.
Focus on lower risk lending clients.
Improved underwriting processes and risk policy.



Pawn lending segment continue to show stable results. 4% increase of the pawn loan portfolio in 2023 and 20% increase in loan issuance.
Redemption rate of pledged items remain stable, above 70% over the recent years.
* Active portfolio excluding portfolio part where collateral is available for sale ** Pawn loans repaid or extended within 2 months since issuance
Periods of COVID-19 restrictions in Latvia
Sale of pre-owned goods**


Sales in 2023 increased by 28%, reaching EUR 14.7 million. Q4 2023 sales increased by 25% reaching EUR 4 million.
Record-high segment income both on quarterly and annual basis.
A reduction in gross margin due to a broader one-off sales campaign in Q4 2023 with aim to sell slow-moving inventory.
*Excluding wholesale of precious metals (scrap). **Including directly purchased goods from clients and unredeemed items from pawnshop.
Periods of COVID-19 restrictions in Latvia
Sales split by product category (12M 2023)

Clients have access to a wide range of pre-owned goods at Banknote online store and branch network.
The most demanded product categories are electronics, such as smartphones, computers, TVs and jewelry.

Although the most significant part of the revenue stream comes from the consumer loan segment, we see great potential in gradually growing other DelfinGroup segments.

1% 13% 22% 20% 17% 16% 11% 18-19 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70+
DelfinGroup products cover all age groups thanks to customised financial solutions.
*including sold pawn pledges and pledge storage commissions **excluding wholesale of precious metals (scrap) and pawn pledges ***Active consumer lending segment clients
| Position | Estimated 2023 result, EUR |
Actual 2023 result, EUR |
Change, EUR |
Change, % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profit before tax |
8,289,635 | 8,289,635 | - | - |
| Tax | ~(535,158) | (1,661,664) | +1,126,506 | +210% |
| Net profit | ~7,754,477 | 6,627,971 | -1,126,506 | -15% |
| INCOME STATEMENT, EUR'000 | 2023 Q4 |
2022 Q4 |
Change % |
2023 12M |
2022 12M |
Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total revenue | 13,912 | 10,507 | +32% | 50,423 | 35,776 | +41% |
| Cost of sales | -1,977 | -1,164 | +70% | -6,086 | -4,204 | +45% |
| Credit loss expense | -2,608 | -2,041 | +28% | -10,687 | -6,161 | +73%* |
| Interest expenses and similar expenses |
-2,450 | -1,632 | +50% | -8,579 | -4,669 | +84%** |
| Gross profit | 6,878 | 5,670 | +21% | 25,071 | 20,742 | +21% |
| Selling expenses | -2,388 | -2,118 | +13% | -8,747 | -7,500 | +17% |
| Administrative expenses | -2,063 | -1,671 | +23% | -7,727 | -5,773 | +34% |
| Other operating income | 37 | 37 | +2% | 75 | 104 | -28% |
| Other operating expenses | -145 | -16 | +821% | -383 | -315 | +22% |
| Profit before tax | 2,319 | 1,901 | +22% | 8,290 | 7,258 | +14% |
| Income tax expense | -1,021 | -212 | +381%*** | -1,662 | -1,296 | +28% |
| Net profit | 1,298 | 1,689 | -23% | 6,628 | 5,961 | +11% |
| EBITDA | 5,137 | 3,833 | +34% | 18,191 | 13,111 | +39% |
* Due to the increasing loan portfolio, credit loss expenses have grown alongside it.
** Increase of interest expenses due to increasing interest rates in capital markets and growing loan portfolio which is partially financed with debt.
*** Increase of tax due to approved changes in corporate income tax law at the end of 2023. All the remaining corporate income tax amount had to be recognized in Q4 2023.

| BALANCE SHEET, EUR'000 | 31.12.2023 | 31.12.2022* | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed and intangible assets | 2,671 | 1,470 | +82% |
| Right-of-use assets | 2,887 | 2,636 | +10% |
| Net loan portfolio | 89,026 | 67,518 | +32% |
| Inventory and scrap | 3,391 | 2,290 | +48% |
| Other assets | 1,157 | 875 | +32% |
| Cash | 5,929 | 2,369 | +150% |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 105,061 | 77,158 | +36% |
| EQUITY | 21,322 | 18,106 | +18% |
| Share capital and reserves | 4,538 | 4,532 | +0% |
| Share premium | 6,891 | 6,891 | +0% |
| Other capital reserves | 170 | 93 | +83% |
| Retained earnings | 9,724 | 6,590 | +48% |
| LIABILITIES | 82,613 | 59,052 | +40% |
| Interest-bearing debt | 76,971 | 53,974 | +43% |
| Trade payables and other liabilities | 2,474 | 2,159 | +15% |
| Lease liabilities for right-of-use assets |
3,168 | 2,918 | +9% |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 105,061 | 77,158 | +36% |



Decrease of ROE in Q4 2023 due to changes in corporate income tax legislation in Latvia. All tax amount was attributed to Q4 2023.
EBITDA margin*



*Last 12 months figures. **Annualized.
Periods of COVID-19 restrictions in Latvia
EBITDA margin data for previous periods of 2023 restated as per corrections made in the 12-month unaudited report for 2023.
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In December 2023, DelfinGroup signed a credit line agreement with Multitude Bank p.l.c. for 11 million euros to further finance business development. The agreement has a maturity of 2 years.
In November, DelfinGroup successfully redeemed a EUR 10 million bond at maturity. To refinance the existing bonds, DelfinGroup issued new unsecured bonds.
| Dividend period |
Dividend payment date |
EUR/share | EUR total | Payout ratio*** |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2023 | Upon shareholders approval** |
0.0143** | 648 898** | 49.99%** |
| Q3 2023 | 28.12.2023 | 0.0214 | 969 839 | 49.80% |
| Q2 2023 | 29.09.2023 | 0.0195 | 883 732 | 49.95% |
| Q1 2023 | 30.06.2023 | 0.0177 | 802 157 | 49.73% |
| Q4 2022 | 17.04.2023 | 0.0185 | 839 560 | 49.93% |
| Dividend period |
Dividend payment date |
EUR/share | EUR total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | 2024 | Upon shareholders approval at annual general meeting |
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| Annual | 17.05.2022 15.07.2022 |
0.0552 | 2 501 642 |
*Based on share price of EUR 1.26 on 26 February 2024 and including management's proposed dividends from Q4 2023 net profit. **Proposed dividends, distribution is subject to Shareholders meeting decision. ***Dividend amount paid from the net profit of the respective quarter.


| Share price, € | ||
|---|---|---|
| 31.12.2023 | DelfinGroup | Financial industry* |
|---|---|---|
| Capitalization m € | 59.2 | - |
| EPS TTM € | 0.146 | - |
| P/E | 8.94 | 6.42 |
| ROE | 26.3% | 20.8% |

Decrease of the share price in Q2 2023 due to the largest shareholder's public share offering. The shares were offered at a discount from the previous market price of EUR 1.35 per share.
DelfinGroup investors have received additionally EUR 0.2081 per share in dividends since IPO.
*Average ratio for financial services companies listed on Nasdaq Baltic Main list on 31.12.2023. as per last published financial data.
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