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Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement Jan 24, 2024

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Interim report Q4 2023

Epiroc AB Interim Report January – December 2023 1 (28)

Q4 2023

January 24, 2024

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Epiroc interim report Q4 3
Financial overview 3
CEO comments 4
Orders and revenues 5
Profits and returns 6
Dividend 6
Balance sheet 7
Cash flow 7
Leading productivity and sustainability partner 8
Equipment & Service 9
Tools & Attachments 11
Sustainability: People & Planet 13
January – December in summary 14
Other information 15
Key risks 15
Signature of the President 15
Financial Statements 16
Condensed consolidated income statement 16
Condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income 16
Condensed consolidated balance sheet 17
Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity 18
Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows 19
Condensed parent company income statement 20
Condensed parent company balance sheet 20
Condensed segments quarterly 21
Geographical distribution of orders received 22
Geographical distribution of revenues 22
Group notes 23
Note 1: Accounting principles 23
Note 2: Acquisitions and divestments 23
Note 3: Fair value of derivatives, earn-out and borrowings 25
Note 4: Share buybacks and divestments 25
Note 5: Transactions with related parties 25
Key figures 26
Epiroc in brief 27
About this report 27
Further information 28
Financial calendar 28

Epiroc interim report Q4

  • Orders received increased 5% to MSEK 14 388 (13 705). The organic increase was 7%.
  • Revenues increased 12% to MSEK 15 568 (13 936), organic increase of 8%.
  • Operating profit increased 4% to MSEK 3 349 (3 235). Items affecting comparability amounted to MSEK 120 (-67), including a capital gain, restructuring costs and acquisition earn-outs.*
  • Operating margin was 21.5% (23.2), and the adjusted operating margin was 20.7% (23.7).
  • Basic earnings per share were SEK 1.87 (1.98).
  • Operating cash flow was MSEK 2 435 (1 519).
  • • Two acquisitions were announced in the quarter, including the acquisition of STANLEY Infrastructure with annual revenues of approximately SEK 4.7 billion.
  • The Board proposes a dividend of SEK 3.80 (3.40) per share to be paid in two equal installments.
2023 2022 2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 Δ,% FY FY Δ,%
Orders received 14 388 13 705 5 59 332 53 222 11
Revenues 15 568 13 936 12 60 343 49 694 21
Operating profit, EBIT 3 349 3 235 4 13 183 11 147 18
Operating margin, % 21.5 23.2 21.8 22.4
Profit before tax 2 914 3 046 -4 12 235 10 778 14
Profit margin, % 18.7 21.9 20.3 21.7
Profit for the period 2 268 2 395 -5 9 458 8 411 12
Operating cash flow 2 435 1 519 60 6 211 5 662 10
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.87 1.98 -5 7.82 6.96 12
Diluted earnings per share, SEK 1.87 1.98 -5 7.81 6.95 12
Return on capital employed, %, 12 months 27.0 28.0 27.0 28.0
Net debt/EBITDA, ratio 0.49 0.28 0.49 0.28

Financial overview

** For further information, see page 6.

CEO comments

Mixed demand in the fourth quarter

In the fourth quarter, the order intake increased to MSEK 14 388 (13 705), corresponding to an organic growth of 7%. Within mining, the activity levels were high, and we won several large orders. One of them is a multi-year order for digital solutions, which will strengthen safety and productivity at Codelco's El Teniente copper mine in Chile. The total order value is MSEK 250, whereof MSEK 50 was booked in the quarter. It is encouraging to see that the demand for our automation and digitalization offering is strong.

The demand from construction customers, on the other hand, was weak, impacting mainly the hydraulic attachments business negatively.

In the near term, we expect that the underlying mining demand, both for equipment and aftermarket, will remain at a high level. Demand from construction customers is expected to remain soft.

Strong revenues

We ended the year with strong invoicing and our revenues increased to MSEK 15 568 (13 936), corresponding to an organic growth of 8%.

The operating profit increased 4% to MSEK 3 349 (3 235), including items affecting comparability of MSEK 120 (-67).

The adjusted operating margin was 20.7% (23.7). The margin was positively impacted by currency, while we had a negative organic contribution. This is mainly explained by weaker development within Tools & Attachments and dilution from acquisitions. The strong growth of acquired companies impacted the margin negatively. In structure, the dilution from acquisitions was -0.7 percentage points.

Improved cash flow

The net working capital remained at a high level, but decreased sequentially, thanks to strong equipment invoicing. This in turn led to a strong cash flow, which increased by 60% to MSEK 2 435 (1 519).

Investing for long-term growth

We have a solid cash generating business, which enables us to seize opportunities and invest for profitable growth in the long term. We invest both in organic and inorganic growth.

Our announced acquisition of STANLEY Infrastructure - with annual revenues of around SEK 4.7 billion – is an example of how we seize opportunities in challenging market environments to build our position for the future. Together, we will be a stronger supplier of hydraulic and infrastructure attachments, especially in the large and important US market, and can capitalize on a long-term global growth trend in deconstruction and recycling.

Major achievements in 2023

2023 was a year defined by major achievements. Overall, the order intake increased 11% to MSEK 59 332 (53 222), supported by a strong mining business, while demand from construction customers was weak.

We achieved record-high revenues at MSEK 60 343 (49 694), corresponding to a growth rate of 21% and a record-high operating profit at MSEK 13 183 (11 147).

Looking ahead

To conclude 2023, I would like to express my gratitude to everyone at Epiroc. Your skills and hard work have led to another successful year. Onwards, we will continue to deliver on our strategy to provide our customers with the best solutions to strengthen their safety and productivity, reduce their emissions, and ultimately improve their results. On that note, I want to say thank you to all customers and investors who have placed their trust in Epiroc. We will do our utmost to make 2024 an even better year. Finally, as always, stay safe!

Helena Hedblom President and CEO

Orders and revenues

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 Δ,%
Orders received 14 388 13 705 5
Revenues 15 568 13 936 12
Operating profit 3 349 3 235 4
Operating margin, % 21.5 23.2

Orders received

Orders received increased 5% to MSEK 14 388 (13 705). The organic increase was 7%. The customer activity remained high in mining and several large equipment orders were won. On the construction side, the demand remained weak, impacting especially the hydraulic attachments business negatively. Structure and currency impacted the growth with -1% respectively. The previous year's orders received included orders on hand from acquired companies, which has a negative impact on structure. In the fourth quarter, acquisitions contributed with 5%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency increased in all regions except Europe.

Mining customers represented 84% (79) of orders received in the quarter and construction customers 16% (21). The higher share of orders from mining customers is mainly explained by the weaker demand from construction customers.

Sequentially (compared to the previous quarter) orders received increased 3% organically.

Revenues

Revenues increased by 12% to MSEK 15 568 (13 936), corresponding to an organic growth of 8%. Acquisitions impacted revenues positively with 5% while currency impacted negatively with -1%. The book-to-bill ratio was 92% (98).

The aftermarket represented 64% (64) of revenues in the quarter.

Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q4 2022 13 705 13 936
Organic 7 8
Currency -1 -1
Structure/other -1 5
Total 5 12
Q4 2023 14 388 15 568

Revenues and book-to-bill

Profits and returns

Operating profit and margin

Return on capital employed, %, 12 months

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q4 2022 3 235 23.2
Organic -449 -4.4
Currency 314 2.2
Structure/other* 249 0.5
Total 114 -1.7
Q4 2023 3 349 21.5

Q4 2023

* Includes operating profit/loss from acquisitions and divestments and items affecting comparability (incl. change in provision for share-based long-term incentive programs).

Operating profit, EBIT, increased by 4% to MSEK 3 349 (3 235). Items affecting comparability amounted to MSEK 120 (-67), including a capital gain from the sale of a property in Japan, restructuring costs relating to the planned closure of the plant in Essen, Germany, and earn-out payments related to acquisitions, as well as change in provision for the share-based long-term incentive programs of MSEK -2 (-67).

The operating margin, EBIT, was 21.5% (23.2). The adjusted operating margin (excluding items affecting comparability) was 20.7% (23.7). The margin was positively impacted by currency, while the organic contribution was negative. This is mainly explained by a weaker development within Tools & Attachments, dilution from acquisitions and investments in R&D, sales and service. The strong growth of acquired companies impacted the margin negatively, both on structure and organically. The dilution from acquisitions was -0.7 percentage points.

Net financial items amounted to MSEK -435 (-189), negatively affected by exchange rate differences and higher interest paid. The net interest was MSEK -110 (-67). The increase is explained by higher interest-bearing debt and an increased average interest rate.

Profit before tax was MSEK 2 914 (3 046). Income tax expense amounted to MSEK -646 (-651). The effective tax rate was 22.2% (21.4). Profit for the period totaled MSEK 2 268 (2 395). Basic earnings per share were SEK 1.87 (1.98). Return on capital employed was 27.0% (28.0) and the return on equity was 26.8% (28.4).

Dividend

Dividend and payout ratio

* Proposal by the Board.

The Board of Directors proposes to the Annual General Meeting an ordinary dividend to shareholders of SEK 3.80 (3.40) per share, equal to MSEK 4 586 (4 103). The dividend is proposed to be paid in two equal installments with record dates May 16 and October 22, 2024.

Balance sheet

Net working capital

Compared to the previous year, net working capital increased 17% to MSEK 21 736 (18 564). Excluding the effect of acquisitions and currency, the net working capital increased 20%. Compared to the previous quarter, net working capital decreased, driven mainly by a reduction of inventories. The average net working capital in relation to revenues in the last 12 months was 35.2% (31.3).

Net debt

Net debt

Epiroc ended the quarter with a cash and cash equivalents position of MSEK 6 401 (7 326). The net debt increased to MSEK 7 824 (3 691), where dividends, the increase of working capital, and acquisitions more than offset the higher operating cash flow. The net debt/EBITDA ratio was 0.49 (0.28).

The average tenor of Epiroc's loan facilities was 3.4 years (3.3) with an average interest duration of 18 months (18). The average interest rate at the end of the quarter was 4.29% (2.96). Epiroc also has an unutilized revolving credit facility amounting to MSEK 4 000.

Cash flow

Operating cash flow

Operating cash flow increased to MSEK 2 435 (1 519). Compared to the previous year, it was positively impacted by mainly a lower build-up of working capital, as well as lower net financial items paid, lower taxes paid as well as improved operating profit. Working capital impacted negatively with MSEK -389 (-1 001).

Acquisitions and divestments

The net cash flow from acquisitions and divestments was MSEK -342 (-4 201).

Leading productivity and sustainability partner

Innovations, acquisitions, and partnerships strengthen Epiroc's position as a leading global productivity and sustainability partner. Below are some highlights from the quarter.

Acquisitions – Creating options for the future In the quarter, Epiroc announced two acquisitions. See more details on acquisitions finalized during 2023 on page 24.

  • STANLEY Infrastructure manufactures attachments and handheld hydraulic and battery-powered tools for applications in infrastructure and strengthens Epiroc's construction business, especially in North America.
  • Weco Proprietary Limited manufactures precision-engineered rock drilling parts and expands Epiroc's portfolio of spare parts in the growing and important African region.

Partnership – Largest digital solutions order ever

Epiroc has won a multi-year order, the largest ever for digital solutions, from the mining company Codelco in Chile. The package of advanced digital solutions will strengthen safety and productivity at the El Teniente copper mine. The five-year project is valued at about MSEK 250, and the first phase was booked in the fourth quarter 2023 at a value of about MSEK 50.

Partnership – Large mining equipment order in China

Shandong Gold Group, one of China's largest gold mining companies, has ordered a fleet of mine trucks, loaders, and drill- and rock reinforcement rigs to expand production at the Jiaojia, Xincheng, and Sanshandao gold mines. The order is valued at about MSEK 350. Epiroc has supported the development of Shandong Gold Group with various underground mining equipment since 1986.

Partnership – Strengthened partnership with Eti Bakir

In the quarter, Epiroc won a large order, MSEK 280, for underground equipment that will be used for a new copper mine in Türkiye. Eti Bakir, Türkiye's largest mining company and a long-time customer of Epiroc, has ordered a fleet of face drilling rigs, production drilling rigs, mine trucks and loaders.

Innovation – Epiroc Grey Line

The new range of Epiroc Grey Line drill bits and rods, specifically developed for European quarrying and surface construction drilling, was launched in the quarter. Manufactured with high-quality steel, they help increase rock-drilling efficiency in less demanding rock conditions.

Equipment & Service

Equipment & Service provides rock drilling equipment, equipment for rock excavation, rock reinforcement, loading and haulage, ventilation systems, drilling equipment for exploration, water and energy, exploration tools and solutions, as well as related spare parts and service for the mining and construction industries. The segment also provides solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification.

Revenues and book-to-bill

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 Δ,%
Orders received 11 551 11 163 3
Revenues 12 558 11 289 11
Operating profit 3 211 2 874 12
Operating margin, % 25.6 25.5

Orders received

Orders received increased 3% to MSEK 11 551 (11 163). The organic increase was 8% while currency impacted negatively with -1%. Structure was -4%. The previous year's orders received included orders on hand from acquired companies, which has a negative impact on structure. In the fourth quarter, acquisitions contributed with 3%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency increased in South America and Africa/Middle East, which were supported by large equipment orders and acquisitions. In all other regions, the orders received declined.

For equipment, orders received amounted to MSEK 4 687 (4 063), corresponding to an organic increase of 13%. The investment sentiment among mining customers continued to be strong and Epiroc won several large orders. Acquisitions contributed positively to the growth. The share of orders from equipment was 41% (36).

For service, orders received decreased -3% to MSEK 6 864 (7 100). The organic growth was 6% and reflected a continued high activity level as well as a continued good demand for larger rebuilds. The previous year's orders received included orders on hand from acquired companies, which has a negative impact on structure. The share of orders from service was 59% (64).

Sequentially, orders received increased 5% organically for the segment.

Revenues

Revenues increased 11% to MSEK 12 558 (11 289), corresponding to an organic growth of 8%. Acquisitions contributed with 3% while currency was flat. The revenues for service increased 8% organically, while equipment revenues increased 11% organically. The share of revenues from service was 55% (55). The book-to-bill ratio was 92% (99).

Equipment & Service

Equipment & Service Equipment Service
Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues Orders received Revenues Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q4 2022 11 163 11 289 4 063 5 037 7 100 6 252
Organic 8 8 13 11 6 8
Currency -1 -0 -0 0 -1 -1
Structure/other -4 3 2 2 -8 3
Total 3 11 15 13 -3 10
Q4 2023 11 551 12 558 4 687 5 667 6 864 6 891

Adjusted operating profit and margin

Operating profit and margin

Operating profit, EBIT, increased 12% to MSEK 3 211 (2 874). Items affecting comparability was MSEK 280 and included mainly a capital gain from the sale of the property in Japan and earn-out payments for acquisitions.

The operating margin, EBIT, was 25.6% (25.5). The adjusted operating margin was 23.3% (25.5), supported by currency, but diluted by acquisitions. The dilution from acquisitions was -0.5 percentage points on the operating margin. Investments in R&D, sales and service to cater to a high mining demand impacted the organic contribution negatively.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q4 2022 2 874 25.5
Organic -256 -4.2
Currency 291 2.5
Structure/other 302 1.8
Total 337 0.1
Q4 2023 3 211 25.6

Acquisitions

Since September 30, Equipment & Service has announced one acquisition. See pages 23-24.

Tools & Attachments

Tools & Attachments provides rock drilling tools, ground engaging tools and hydraulic attachments that are attached to machines used mainly for drilling, deconstruction and recycling as well as rock excavation. It also provides related service, spare parts and digital solutions, and serves the mining and construction industries.

Revenues, MSEK Book-to-bill, %

Financial overview

2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 Δ,%
Orders received 2 827 2 703 5
Revenues 2 985 2 713 10
Operating profit 243 476 -49
Operating margin, % 8.1 17.5

Orders received

Orders received increased 5% to MSEK 2 827 (2 703), corresponding to an organic decrease of -6%. The demand from construction customers remained weak, impacting mainly the hydraulic attachments business negatively. Structure, mainly the acquisition of CR, contributed with 12% while currency impacted negatively with -1%.

Compared to the previous year, orders received in local currency, including acquisitions, increased in all regions except South America and Europe.

Sequentially, orders received were unchanged organically for the segment.

Revenues

Revenues increased 10% to MSEK 2 985 (2 713), corresponding to an organic decrease of -4%. Acquisitions, mainly CR, contributed with 15% and currency impacted revenues negatively with -1%. The book-to-bill ratio was 95% (100).

Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
Q4 2022 2 703 2 713
Organic -6 -4
Currency -1 -1
Structure/other 12 15
Total 5 10
Q4 2023 2 827 2 985

Tools & Attachments

Operating profit and margin

Operating profit, EBIT, decreased -49% to MSEK 243 (476). It includes items affecting comparability of MSEK -158, which are restructuring costs for the planned closure of the manufacturing site in Essen, Germany. The operating margin, EBIT, decreased to 8.1% (17.5). The adjusted operating margin was 13.4% (17.5). It was negatively impacted by lower revenues and underabsorption, mainly related to the hydraulic attachments business, which in turn impacted the product mix negatively, as well as dilution from acquisitions. Currency, on the other hand, contributed positively to the margin.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
Q4 2022 476 17.5
Organic -151 -3.8
Currency 37 1.7
Structure/other -119 -7.3
Total -233 -9.4
Q4 2023 243 8.1

Acquisitions

Since September 30, Tools & Attachments has announced one acquisition. See pages 23-24.

Sustainability: People & Planet

Employees

The number of employees increased to 18 211 (16 996), mainly due to acquisitions. External workforce amounted to 1 762 (1 630). For comparable units, the total workforce increased by 630 compared to the previous year.

The proportion of women employees and women managers at the end of the period increased to 19.0% (18.2) and 23.4% (22.7), respectively.

Sick leave and TRIFR

COe emissions

Safety and health

The total recordable injury frequency rate (TRIFR) per one million working hours the last 12 months decreased to 5.1 (5.7). Several actions have been taken – and are continuously taken - to reduce injuries. The sick leave decreased to 2.1% (2.4).

Epiroc is sad to inform that in January 2024, a service technician passed away in a road traffic accident on the way to a mine site in Zambia. Two other Epiroc colleagues were injured.

CO2e emissions from operations

The CO2e emissions from operations for comparable units* the last 12 months decreased -25% to 13 108 (17 462) tonnes. The improvement is driven by several initiatives, including the installation of solar panels and a higher share of renewable electricity.

* Comparable units are production companies and distribution centers 2022.

CO2e emissions from transport

The CO2e emissions from transport for comparable units* the last 12 months increased 2% to 93 258 (91 168) tonnes. The increase is mainly explained by higher volumes delivered.

* * Comparable units are production companies and distribution centers in 2022.

January – December in summary

Revenues and book-to-bill, Jan-Dec

Orders received 2023 increased 11% to MSEK 59 332 (53 222), of which 1% organically. Structure contributed with 7% and currency with 3%. The previous year's orders received included orders on hand from acquired companies, which has a negative impact on structure. For the full year, acquisitions contributed with 9%.

Revenues increased 21% to MSEK 60 343 (49 694), of which 9% organically. Acquisitions contributed with 9% and currency with 3%.

Sales Bridge Orders received Revenues
MSEK,Δ,% MSEK,Δ,%
FY 2022 53 222 49 694
Organic 1 9
Currency 3 3
Structure/other 7 9
Total 11 21
FY 2023 59 332 60 343

Operating profit, EBIT, increased 18% to MSEK 13 183 (11 147). Items affecting comparability were MSEK 66 (-608), including mainly a capital gain from the sale of the property in Japan, restructuring costs for the planned closure of the Essen plant in Germany, and a change in provision for the share-based long-term incentive programs of MSEK -63 (37). The comparable period in previous year includes a provision of MSEK -550 related to Russia and restructuring costs of MSEK -95 related to the relocation of manufacturing from Japan to China.

The operating margin, EBIT, was 21.8% (22.4) and the adjusted operating margin was 21.7% (23.7). The adjusted margin was negatively impacted by increased costs for R&D, sales and service, underabsorption mainly in Tools & Attachments, as well as dilution from acquisitions. The dilution was -0.9 percentage points.

Profit bridge Operating profit
MSEK,Δ Margin,Δ,pp
FY 2022 11 147 22.4
Organic 394 -1.0
Currency 532 0.3
Structure/other 1 110 0.1
Total 2 036 -0.6
FY 2023 13 183 21.8

Profit before tax was MSEK 12 235 (10 778). Income tax expense amounted to MSEK 2 777 (2 367), corresponding to an effective tax rate of 22.7% (22.0). Profit for the period totaled MSEK 9 458 (8 411).

Basic earnings per share were SEK 7.82 (6.96).

Operating cash flow was MSEK 6 211 (5 662).

Other information

Management changes

• Effective April 1, 2024, Wayne Symes has been appointed President of the Underground division and member of Group Management. He succeeds Sami Niiranen who will leave for a position outside the Group.

Information since period end

• Epiroc is sad to inform that in January 2024, a service technician passed away in a road traffic accident on the way to a mine site in Zambia. Two other Epiroc colleagues were injured.

Key risks

Epiroc is exposed to strategic, operational, legal and compliance as well as financial risks. The key risks include climate change and environment, competition, geopolitical and regulatory, market, corruption and fraud, cyber security and information risk, employees, product development, production, reputation, safety and health, and supply chain. Further information on risks, opportunities and risk management can be found in Epiroc's Annual and Sustainability Report 2022.

Signature of the President

The President and CEO of Epiroc AB declares that the interim report gives a fair view of the business development, financial position and result of operation of the Parent Company and the consolidated Group and describes significant risks and uncertainties that the Parent Company and its subsidiaries are facing.

Nacka, Sweden, January 24, 2024

Helena Hedblom

President and CEO, Epiroc AB

The company's auditors have not reviewed this report.

Financial Statements

Condensed consolidated income statement

2023 2022 2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 FY FY
Revenues 15 568 13 936 60 343 49 694
Cost of sales -9 820 -8 142 -37 197 -30 675
Gross profit 5 748 5 794 23 146 19 019
Administrative expenses -1 091 -1 186 -4 105 -3 628
Marketing expenses -1 020 -852 -3 959 -3 042
Research and development expenses -464 -396 -1 930 -1 438
Other operating income and expenses 176 -125 31 236
Operating profit 3 349 3 235 13 183 11 147
Net financial items -435 -189 -948 -369
Profit before tax 2 914 3 046 12 235 10 778
Income tax expense -646 -651 -2 777 -2 367
Profit for the period 2 268 2 395 9 458 8 411
Profit attributable to
- owners of the parent 2 261 2 391 9 431 8 397
- non-controlling interests 7 4 27 14
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.87 1.98 7.82 6.96
Diluted earnings per share, SEK 1.87 1.98 7.81 6.95

Condensed consolidated statement of comprehensive income

2023 2022 2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 FY FY
Profit for the period 2 268 2 395 9 458 8 411
Other comprehensive income
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss
Remeasurements of defined benefit pension plans -457 -76 -387 687
Income tax relating to items that will not be reclassified 96 22 81 -139
Total items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss -361 -54 -306 548
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss
Translation differences on foreign operations -1 780 -955 -1 372 2 112
Cash flow hedges 31 13 -81 119
Income tax relating to items that may be reclassified -6 -3 17 -25
Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or
loss -1 755 -945 -1 436 2 206
Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax -2 116 -999 -1 742 2 754
Total comprehensive income for the period 152 1 396 7 716 11 165
Total comprehensive income attributable to
- owners of the parent 158 1 387 7 706 11 144
- non-controlling interests -6 9 10 21

Condensed consolidated balance sheet

2023 2022
Assets, MSEK Dec 31 Dec 31
Intangible assets 15 843 13 073
Rental equipment 1 582 1 458
Other property, plant and equipment 6 032 5 429
Investments in associated companies and joint ventures 49 67
Other financial assets and other receivables 1 649 1 752
Deferred tax assets 1 509 1 526
Total non-current assets 26 664 23 305
Inventories 18 747 16 945
Trade receivables 10 455 9 581
Other receivables 3 093 3 195
Current tax receivables 721 315
Financial assets 1 703 1 010
Cash and cash equivalents 6 401 7 326
Assets held for sale - 103
Total current assets 41 120 38 475
Total assets 67 784 61 780
Equity and liabilities, MSEK
Share capital 500 500
Retained earnings 36 322 32 520
Total equity attributable to owners of the parent 36 822 33 020
Non-controlling interest 388 488
Total equity 37 210 33 508
Interest-bearing liabilities 11 822 8 877
Post-employment benefits 251 149
Other liabilities and provisions 576 652
Deferred tax liabilities 922 1 215
Total non-current liabilities 13 571 10 893
Interest-bearing liabilities 2 153 1 999
Trade payables 5 902 6 375
Current tax liabilities 483 670
Other liabilities and provisions 8 465 8 335
Total current liabilities 17 003 17 379
Total equity and liabilities 67 784 61 780

Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity

Equity attributable to
MSEK owners of the
parent
non-controlling
interests
Total equity
Opening balance, Jan 1, 2023 33 020 488 33 508
Total comprehensive income for the period 7 706 10 7 716
Dividend -4 103 -3 -4 106
Transactions with non-controlling interests 1 -107 -106
Acquisition and divestment of own shares 279 - 279
Share-based payments, equity settled -81 - -81
Closing balance, Dec 31, 2023 36 822 388 37 210
Opening balance, Jan 1, 2022 25 729 56 25 785
Total comprehensive income for the period 11 144 21 11 165
Dividend/Redemption -3 619 -2 -3 621
Transactions with non-controlling interests -111 413 302
Acquisition and divestment of own shares -116 - -116
Share-based payments, equity settled -7 - -7
Closing balance, Dec 31, 2022 33 020 488 33 508

Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows

2023 2022 2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 FY FY
Cash flow from operating activities
Operating profit 3 349 3 235 13 183 11 147
Adjustments for depreciation, amortization and impairment 683 651 2 663 2 130
Adjustments for capital gain/loss and other non-cash items -19 124 -220 -183
Net financial items received/paid 20 -263 -599 -561
Taxes paid -682 -910 -3 531 -2 676
Pension funding and payment of pension to employees -19 -8 -71 -45
Change in working capital -389 -1 001 -3 708 -3 737
Increase in rental equipment -283 -169 -1 095 -875
Sale of rental equipment 133 84 521 358
Net cash flow from operating activities 2 793 1 743 7 143 5 558
Cash flow from investing activities
Investments in other property, plant and equipment -369 -218 -1 044 -600
Sale of other property, plant and equipment 18 36 53 62
Investments in intangible assets -212 -102 -643 -414
Sale of intangible assets - - 3 -
Acquisition of subsidiaries and associated companies -342 -4 201 -3 666 -4 696
Sale of subsidiaries and associated companies - - - 10
Proceeds to/from other financial assets, net 25 58 -467 -353
Sale of assets held for sale 527 - 527 -
Net cash flow from investing activities -353 -4 427 -5 237 -5 991
Cash flow from financing activities
Dividend -2 052 -1 809 -4 103 -3 619
Dividend to non-controlling interest -1 -1 -3 -2
Acquisition of non-controlling interest -105 -105 -175
Sale/Repurchase of own shares 25 -
-118
279 -116
Change in interest-bearing liabilities -63 230 1 291 686
Net cash flow from financing activities -2 196 -1 698 -2 641 -3 226
Net cash flow for the period 244 -4 382 -735 -3 659
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period 6 330 11 879 7 326 10 792
Exchange differences in cash and cash equivalents -173 -171 -190 193
Cash and cash equivalents, end of the period 6 401 7 326 6 401 7 326
2023 2022 2023 2022
Operating cash flow* Q4 Q4 FY FY
Net cash flow from operating activities 2 793 1 743 7 143 5 558
Net cash flow from investing activities -353 -4 427 -5 237 -5 991
Acquisitions and divestments, net 342 4 201 3 666 4 686
Other adjustments -347 2 639 1 409
Operating cash flow 2 435 1 519 6 211 5 662

* Operating cash flow is not defined according to IFRS. See page 26.

Condensed parent company income statement

2023 2022 2023 2022
MSEK Q4 Q4 FY FY
Administrative expenses -74 -72 -294 -231
Marketing expenses -9 -7 -30 -32
Other operating income and expenses 29 51 144 112
Operating profit/loss -54 -28 -180 -151
Financial income and expenses -22 -22 -82 -29
Appropriations 5 847 6 638 5 847 6 638
Profit/loss before tax 5 771 6 588 5 585 6 458
Income tax -1 187 -1 351 -1 141 -1 320
Profit/loss for the period 4 584 5 237 4 444 5 138

Condensed parent company balance sheet

2023 2022
MSEK Dec 31 Dec 31
Total non-current assets 56 334 53 281
Total current assets 5 013 4 748
Total assets 61 347 58 029
Total restricted equity 503 503
Total non-restricted equity 49 425 48 885
Total equity 49 928 49 388
Total provisions 204 213
Total non-current liabilities 9 982 6 990
Total current liabilities 1 233 1 438
Total equity and liabilities 61 347 58 029

Condensed segments quarterly

Epiroc has two reporting segments; Equipment & Service and Tools & Attachments. In addition, Epiroc reports common Group functions, including Financial Solutions, Group Management, support functions and eliminations.

2022 2022 2023 2023
Orders received, MSEK Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY
Equipment & Service 10 840 10 897 9 791 11 163 42 691 11 570 12 276 11 311 11 551 46 708
Equipment 5 537 5 012 3 702 4 063 18 314 4 937 5 109 4 487 4 687 19 221
Service 5 303 5 885 6 089 7 100 24 377 6 633 7 167 6 824 6 864 27 487
Tools & Attachments 2 970 2 495 2 502 2 703 10 670 3 535 3 180 2 924 2 827 12 466
Common group functions 8 -15 29 -161 -139 43 -20 125 10 158
Epiroc Group 13 818 13 377 12 322 13 705 53 222 15 148 15 436 14 360 14 388 59 332
Revenues, MSEK
Equipment & Service 8 485 9 060 10 070 11 289 38 904 10 733 12 510 11 729 12 558 47 530
Equipment 3 699 3 550 4 155 5 037 16 442 3 881 5 233 4 619 5 667 19 400
Service 4 786 5 510 5 915 6 252 22 462 6 852 7 277 7 110 6 891 28 130
Tools & Attachments 2 588 2 794 2 711 2 713 10 806 3 125 3 418 3 195 2 985 12 723
Common group functions 15 14 21 -66 -16 10 -18 73 25 90
Epiroc Group 11 088 11 868 12 802 13 936 49 694 13 868 15 910 14 997 15 568 60 343
Operating profit and profit before tax, MSEK
Equipment & Service 2 188 1 955 2 474 2 874 9 491 2 718 2 995 2 868 3 211 11 792
Tools & Attachments 474 436 514 476 1 900 532 524 481 243 1 780
Common group functions -31 -10 -88 -115 -244 -89 -106 -89 -105 -389
Epiroc Group 2 631 2 381 2 900 3 235 11 147 3 161 3 413 3 260 3 349 13 183
Net financial items -67 -89 -24 -189 -369 -197 15 -331 -435 -948
Profit before tax 2 564 2 292 2 876 3 046 10 778 2 964 3 428 2 929 2 914 12 235
Operating margin, %
Equipment & Service 25.8 21.6 24.6 25.5 24.4 25.3 23.9 24.5 25.6 24.8
Tools & Attachments 18.3 15.6 19.0 17.5 17.6 17.0 15.3 15.1 8.1 14.0
Epiroc Group 23.7 20.1 22.7 23.2 22.4 22.8 21.5 21.7 21.5 21.8
Items affecting comparability, MSEK*
Change in provision for LTIP** -43 -75 14 67 -37 26 16 19 2 63
Items in Equipment & Service - 422 138 - 560 - - -7 -280 -287
Items in Tools & Attachments - 73 12 - 85 - - - 158 158
Epiroc Group -43 420 164 67 608 26 16 12 -120 -66
Adj. margin for items affecting comparability, %
Adjusted operating margin, E&S, % 25.8 26.2 25.9 25.5 25.8 25.3 23.9 24.4 23.3 24.2
Adjusted operating margin, T&A, % 18.3 18.2 19.4 17.5 18.4 17.0 15.3 15.1 13.4 15.2
Adjusted operating margin, % 23.3 23.6 23.9 23.7 23.7 23.0 21.6 21.8 20.7 21.7

Effective January 1, 2023, exploration consumables have moved from the Tools & Attachments segment to the Equipment & Service segment. Segment figures for 2022 have been restated.

* Items affecting comparability are shown with reverse sign. I.e. a positive number indicates a cost and vice versa. In Q4 2023, Equipment & Service included items affecting comparability of MSEK 280. This is mainly explained by a capital gain from the sale of the property in Japan of MSEK 436, earn-out payments for acquisitions of MSEK -58 and other costs of MSEK -98. In Q4 2023, Tools & Attachments included items affecting comparability of MSEK -158, which is related to the planned closure of the manufacturing plant in Essen, Germany.

** Change in provision for long-term incentive programs is reported as administrative expenses.

Geographical distribution of orders received

MSEK 2022 2022 2023 Δ,% 2023 Δ,%
% currency adjusted Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Y-o-Y FY Y-o-Y
Epiroc Group 13 818 13 377 12 322 13 705 53 222 15 148 15 436 14 360 14 388 7% 59 332 9%
North America 3 358 3 753 3 438 3 147 13 696 3 608 3 651 3 825 3 676 17% 14 760 2%
South America 1 687 1 892 1 851 2 102 7 532 1 803 2 257 1 937 2 436 14% 8 433 4%
Europe 3 100 1 742 601 2 016 7 459 2 304 2 120 1 589 1 761 -13% 7 774 4%
Africa/Middle East 2 125 1 962 2 312 1 900 8 299 2 561 2 885 2 919 2 020 19% 10 385 28%
Asia/Australia 3 548 4 028 4 120 4 540 16 236 4 872 4 523 4 090 4 495 0% 17 980 10%
Equipment & Service 10 840 10 897 9 791 11 163 42 691 11 570 12 276 11 311 11 551 2% 46 708 6%
North America 2 530 3 014 2 493 2 486 10 523 2 511 2 735 2 769 2 767 -1% 10 782 -6%
South America 1 418 1 670 1 600 1 852 6 540 1 427 1 862 1 664 2 242 18% 7 195 3%
Europe 2 217 1 207 216 1 380 5 020 1 613 1 599 1 108 1 199 -14% 5 519 11%
Africa/Middle East 1 705 1 497 1 833 1 396 6 431 2 015 2 359 2 342 1 498 21% 8 214 30%
Asia/Australia 2 970 3 509 3 649 4 049 14 177 4 004 3 721 3 428 3 845 -4% 14 998 5%
Tools & Attachments 2 970 2 495 2 502 2 703 10 670 3 535 3 180 2 924 2 827 8% 12 466 15%
North America 831 766 918 821 3 336 1 065 929 945 899 10% 3 838 11%
South America 269 222 251 250 992 376 396 272 194 -20% 1 238 17%
Europe 874 526 388 634 2 422 680 535 472 564 -9% 2 251 -9%
Africa/Middle East 420 466 478 507 1 871 548 524 577 523 12% 2 172 21%
Asia/Australia 576 515 467 491 2 049 866 796 658 647 34% 2 967 44%

Geographical distribution of revenues

MSEK 2022 2022 2023 Δ,% 2023 Δ,%
% currency adjusted Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 FY Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 Y-o-Y FY Y-o-Y
Epiroc Group 11 088 11 868 12 802 13 936 49 694 13 868 15 910 14 997 15 568 13% 60 343 19%
North America 2 767 3 139 3 433 3 475 12 814 3 759 3 954 3 817 3 898 12% 15 428 15%
South America 1 565 1 597 1 810 1 873 6 845 1 985 2 116 2 194 2 176 14% 8 471 16%
Europe 2 172 2 177 1 832 2 146 8 327 2 155 2 426 1 850 2 195 5% 8 626 3%
Africa/Middle East 1 683 1 902 2 046 2 126 7 757 2 048 2 786 2 611 2 455 23% 9 900 31%
Asia/Australia 2 901 3 053 3 681 4 316 13 951 3 921 4 628 4 525 4 844 13% 17 918 28%
Equipment & Service 8 485 9 060 10 070 11 289 38 904 10 733 12 510 11 729 12 558 13% 47 530 20%
North America 2 036 2 286 2 603 2 756 9 681 2 706 2 960 2 803 2 958 6% 11 427 12%
South America 1 330 1 353 1 556 1 637 5 876 1 716 1 772 1 798 1 915 15% 7 201 14%
Europe 1 506 1 523 1 197 1 461 5 687 1 463 1 713 1 299 1 616 15% 6 091 7%
Africa/Middle East 1 229 1 427 1 552 1 661 5 869 1 545 2 219 2 013 1 935 24% 7 712 34%
Asia/Australia 2 384 2 471 3 162 3 774 11 791 3 303 3 846 3 816 4 134 11% 15 099 27%
Tools & Attachments 2 588 2 794 2 711 2 713 10 806 3 125 3 418 3 195 2 985 12% 12 723 16%
North America 710 844 827 805 3 186 1 056 1 028 956 928 16% 3 968 20%
South America 235 243 254 238 970 269 344 396 261 9% 1 270 23%
Europe 674 652 622 664 2 612 681 701 539 571 -13% 2 492 -7%
Africa/Middle East 454 475 494 468 1 891 504 566 597 521 19% 2 188 20%
Asia/Australia 515 580 514 538 2 147 615 779 707 704 33% 2 805 30%

Effective January 1, 2023, exploration consumables have moved from the Tools & Attachments segment to the Equipment & Service segment. Segment figures for 2022 have been restated.

Group notes

Note 1: Accounting principles

The consolidated financial statements of the Epiroc Group are prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) as endorsed by the EU. The interim report is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim financial reporting. The accounting principles applied in the preparation of this interim report apply to all periods and comply with the accounting principles presented in the Annual and Sustainability Report 2022, in note 1 Significant accounting principles. No new and revised standards and interpretations effective from January 1, 2023, are considered to have any material impact on the financial statements.

Accounting principles of the Parent Company

The interim financial statements of Epiroc AB have been prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and the recommendation RFR 2, Accounting for Legal Entities, issued by the Swedish Financial Reporting Board. The accounting principles applied in the preparation of this interim report apply to all periods and comply with the accounting principles presented in the Annual and Sustainability Report 2022, note A1 in the Parent Company accounts. No new and revised standards and interpretations effective from January 1, 2023, are considered to have any material impact on the Parent Company´s financial statements.

Date Divestments
Completed acquisitions
Segment Revenues Employees
2023 Apr 3 AARD Mining Equipment E&S 650 200
2023 Feb 2 CR T&A 1 700 400
2023 Feb 2 Mernok Elektronik (Pty) Ltd E&S 50 45
2022 Dec 1 Remote Control Technologies (RCT) E&S 600 225
2022 Nov 4 Wain-Roy T&A 200 100
2022 Nov 1 Radlink E&S 1 040 330
2022 Oct 14 Geoscan E&S 65 50
2022 Aug 2 RNP México E&S 245 370
2022 Jun 1 JTMEC E&S 235 190
2022 May 31 Zhejiang GIA Machinery

Note 2: Acquisitions and divestments

The table presents annual revenues in MSEK and employees at the time of the acquisition. Line indicates new quarter.

Acquisitions completed in 2023

  • AARD Mining Equipment manufactures a wide range of mining equipment, specializing in low-profile underground machines for mines with low mining heights. The acquisition complements Epiroc's underground offering as well as strengthens Epiroc's footprint in Africa. The company has approximately MSEK 650 in annual revenues and 200 employees. The acquisition was announced on August 25, 2022, and was finalized on April 3, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Equipment".
  • CR provides advanced ground engaging tools (GET) and related digital solutions mainly for the mining industry and expands Epiroc's first-rate offering of essential consumables and digital solutions. The company has approximately BSEK 1.7 in annual revenues and 400 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 13, 2022, and was finalized on February 2, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Tools & Attachments".
  • Mernok Elektronik provides advanced collision avoidance systems and strengthens Epiroc's position as a world-leading provider of automation and safety solutions for mining operations. The company has approximately MSEK 50 in annual revenues and 45 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 9, 2022, and was finalized on February 2, 2023. Revenues from the acquisition are reported in "Service".

Financial effect of acquisitions as per December 31, 2023

The completed acquisitions have had a total cash flow effect of MSEK 3 265. According to the preliminary purchase price allocation, intangible assets amount to MSEK 1 361 and goodwill amounts to MSEK 2 848. The acquired entities during 2023 have contributed to revenues with MSEK 1 981 and operating profit with MSEK 244 since the respective date of acquisition.

Fair value of acquired assets and liabilities 2023, MSEK whereof CR
Net assets identified including tax -856 -389
Intangible assets 1 361 1 153
Goodwill 2 848 2 520
Total consideration 3 353 3 284
Net cash outflow 3 265 3 213
- related to to prior years acquisitions 401

Announced, but not yet completed acquisitions

  • STANLEY Infrastructure designs, manufactures, and sells attachments, typically used on excavators, and handheld hydraulic and battery-powered tools for applications in infrastructure, construction, scrap recycling, deconstruction, and railroad infrastructure. Its strong and innovative brands include LaBounty, Paladin, Pengo and Dubuis. The acquisition will strengthen Epiroc's presence especially in the United States. STANLEY Infrastructure has estimated revenues in 2023 in the range of MUSD 450 to MUSD 470 (SEK 4.6 billion to SEK 4.8 billion), an EBITDA margin in the mid-to-high teens, and about 1 380 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 15, 2023, and is expected to be completed in the first quarter 2024. Revenues from the acquisition will be reported in "Tools & Attachments". The purchase price is MUSD 760 (SEK 7.8 billion.) The acquisition is an all-cash transaction with secured financing through a bridge facility.
  • Weco Proprietary Limited manufactures precision-engineered rock drilling parts and provides related repairs and services in the Southern African region. The company has approximately MSEK 90 in annual revenues and 80 employees. The acquisition was announced on December 12, 2023, and is expected to be completed in the second quarter 2024. Revenues from the acquisition will be reported in "Service".

Note 3: Fair value of derivatives, earn-out and borrowings

The carrying value and fair value of the Group's outstanding derivatives, earn-out and borrowings are shown in the tables below. The fair values of bonds are based on level 1, the fair values of derivatives and other loans are based on level 2 and the fair values of earn-out are based on level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. Compared to 2022, no transfers have been made between different levels in the fair value hierarchy and no significant changes have been made to valuation techniques, inputs or assumptions.

Outstanding derivatives recorded to fair value 2023 2022
MSEK Dec 31 Dec 31
Non-current assets and liabilities
Assets 4 30
Liabilities 5 1
Current assets and liabilities
Assets 512 296
Liabilities 63 200
Carrying value and fair value 2023 2023 2022 2022
MSEK Dec 31 Dec 31 Dec 31 Dec 31
Carrying value Fair value Carrying value Fair value
Earn-out 176 176 556 556
Bonds 5 992 6 123 5 125 5 010
Other loans 7 983 8 151 5 751 5 839
Total 14 151 14 450 11 432 11 405

Note 4: Share buybacks and divestments

The Board of Directors has been authorized to purchase, transfer and sell Epiroc shares in relation to Epiroc's share-based long-term incentive programs.

A share B share Total
Total number of shares 823 765 854 389 972 849 1 213 738 703
Whereof shares held by Epiroc 6 768 015
Change in the quarter
Purchased (+) / divested (-) shares, number -124 406
Value of purchased (+) / divested (-) shares, SEK -25 067 625

Note 5: Transactions with related parties

In the quarter, no material changes have taken place, and no significant related-party transactions were made.

Key figures

2023
Q4
2022
Q4
2023
FY
2022
FY
Growth
*Orders received, MSEK 14 388 13 705 59 332 53 222
Revenues, MSEK 15 568 13 936 60 343 49 694
*Total revenue growth, % 12 25 21 25
*Organic revenue growth, % 8 8 9 11
Profitability
*Gross margin, % 36.9 41.6 38.4 38.3
*EBITDA margin, % 25.9 27.9 26.3 26.7
*Adjusted operating margin, % 20.7 23.7 21.7 23.7
*Operating margin, % 21.5 23.2 21.8 22.4
*Profit margin, % 18.7 21.9 20.3 21.7
Capital efficiency
*Return on capital employed, % 27.0 28.0 27.0 28.0
*Net debt / EBITDA, ratio 0.49 0.28 0.5 0.3
*Net debt / equity, %, period end 21.0 11.0 21.0 11.0
*Average net working capital / revenues, % 35.2 31.3 35.2 31.3
Cash generation
*Operating cash flow, MSEK 2 435 1 519 6 211 5 662
*Cash conversion rate, %, 12 months 66 67 66 67
Equity information
Basic number of shares outstanding, millions 1 207 1 206 1 206 1 206
Diluted number of shares outstanding, millions 1 208 1 207 1 207 1 208
*Equity per share, SEK, period end 30.8 27.8 30.8 27.8
Basic earnings per share, SEK 1.87 1.98 7.82 6.96
*Return on equity, % 26.8 28.4 26.8 28.4
*Operating cash flow per share, SEK 2.02 1.26 5.15 4.69
Dividend per share, SEK 3.80** 3.40
Payout ratio, % 49** 49
People & Planet
Employees, period end 18 211 16996.0 18 211 16 996
Women employees, %, period end 19 18.2 19.0 18.2
Women managers, %, period end 23 22.7 23.4 22.7
Total recordable injury frequency rate, TRIFR, 12 months 5 5.7 5.1 5.7
Sick leave, %, 12 months 2 2.4 2.1 2.4
CO2e emissions from operations, tonnes, 12 months 13 108 17462.0 13 108 17 462
CO2e emissions from transport, tonnes, 12 months 93 258 91 168 93 258 91 168

Several key figures in this report are not defined according to IFRS. The alternative performance measures are marked with a *. They provide complementary information aiming to help readers to analyze the company's operations and facilitate an evaluation of the performance. Since not all companies calculate financial performance measures in the same manner, these are not always comparable with measures used by other companies. These financial performance measures should therefore not be regarded as a replacement for measures as defined according to IFRS. For a list of financial definitions, non-IFRS measures and calculations, visit the Epiroc Group website.

** Proposal by the Board.

Epiroc in brief

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, Epiroc develops and provides innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. The company also offers world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Epiroc is based in Stockholm, Sweden, had revenues of more than SEK 60 billion in 2023, and has around 18 200 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in around 150 countries.

Financial goals

  • To achieve annual revenue growth of 8% over a business cycle and to grow faster than the market. Growth will be organic and supported by selective acquisitions.
  • To have an industry-best operating margin, with strong resilience over the cycle.
  • To improve capital efficiency and resilience. Investments and acquisitions shall create value.
  • To have an efficient capital structure and the flexibility to make selective acquisitions. The goal is to maintain an investment grade rating.
  • To provide long-term stable and rising dividends to its shareholders. The dividend should correspond to 50% of net profit over the cycle.

Sustainability ambition and KPIs

Epiroc has four prioritized areas within sustainability:

  • We live by the highest ethical standards.
  • We invest in safety and health.
  • We grow together with passionate people and courageous leaders.
  • We use resources responsibly and efficiently.

For each area there are several targets and key performance indicators, including the long-term goals for 2030 that further advance the Group's ambitions on e.g. climate change and diversity.

About this report

Forward-looking statements

Some statements in this report are forward looking, and the actual outcomes could be materially different. In addition to the factors explicitly discussed, other factors could have a material effect on the actual outcomes.

Language

In the event of inconsistency or discrepancy between the English and the Swedish version of this publication, the Swedish version shall prevail.

Our vision

Dare to think new.

Our mission

Drive the productivity and sustainability transformation in our industry.

Our core values

Innovation, Commitment and Collaboration.

Strategy

By being in attractive niches and prioritizing innovation, aftermarket and operational excellence, we strive to achieve outperformance. Our success is reinforced by our strong company culture and our integrated approach to sustainability.

Our strengths

  • We focus on attractive niches with structural growth.
  • We drive the productivity and sustainability transformation in our industry.
  • We have a high proportion of recurring business.
  • We have a well-proven business model.
  • We create value for our stakeholders.
  • Our success is based on sustainability and a strong corporate culture.

See Epiroc's Annual and Sustainability report for more information.

Totals and roundings

Totals quoted in tables and statements may not always be the exact sum of the individual items because of rounding differences. The aim is that each line item should correspond to its source, and rounding differences may therefore arise.

This information is information that Epiroc AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact persons on the next page, at 11:30 CET on January 24, 2024.

Further information

Analysts and investors:

Karin Larsson Vice President Investor Relations & Media E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +46 10 755 0106

Alexander Apell IR Controller E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +46 10 755 0719

Journalists and media:

Ola Kinnander Media Relations Manager E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +46 70 347 2455

Epiroc AB (publ)

Reg. No. 556041-2149 Box 4015 SE-131 04 Nacka, Sweden Tel: +46 10 755 0000

www.epirocgroup.com/en/investors

Financial calendar

Webcast & conference call:

At 14:00 CET on January 24, Epiroc will host a report presentation and Q&A session for investors, analysts and media. The report will be presented by President and CEO Helena Hedblom and CFO Håkan Folin.

Webcast link and presentation material can be found here: www.epirocgroup.com/en/investors/financialpublications

Upcoming investor events:

  • April 23: Q1 2024 results
  • May 14: Annual General Meeting in Nacka at 4 PM.
  • May 16: Record date for dividend*
  • May 21: Dividend payment*
  • July 19: Q2 2024 results
  • September 24: Capital Markets Day in Las Vegas (in conjunction with MINExpo)
  • October 22: Record date for dividend*
  • October 25: Q3 2024 results
  • October 25: Dividend payment*
  • January 30, 2025: Prel. Q4 2024 results

*Proposal by the Board.

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