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Investor AB

Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement Jan 21, 2022

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Annual / Quarterly Financial Statement

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Year-End Report

2021

"Entering 2022, there is no lack of challenges and uncertainty. That said, regardless of how the global economy and equity markets develop, Investor stands strong. In our portfolio we have great companies with leading positions in attractive markets, led by top-quality people. We also have a strong financial position, enabling us to act on attractive opportunities that arise."

Johan Forssell, President & CEO of Investor

Highlights during the fourth quarter

  • Adjusted net asset value (NAV) amounted to SEK 760,962m (SEK 248 per share) on December 31, 2021, an increase of SEK 78,564m, or 12 percent, with dividend added back, during the quarter. Total shareholder return amounted to 21 percent, compared to 12 percent for the SIXRX return index. For 2021, adjusted NAV growth, with dividend added back, amounted to 41 percent and total shareholder return to 55 percent, compared to 39 percent for SIXRX.
  • Listed Companies generated a total return of 11 percent. The bid for Sobi, which Investor supported, was withdrawn. SEK 1bn was invested in Ericsson.
  • Based on estimated market values, the total return for Patricia Industries, excluding cash, amounted to -1 percent (-1 percent including cash).
  • Within Patricia Industries, organic sales growth for the major subsidiaries amounted to -10 percent in constant currency. Adjusted EBITA declined by 23 percent. Excluding Mölnlycke, combined organic sales growth for the major subsidiaries amounted to 8 percent in constant currency and adjusted EBITA grew by 24 percent.
  • Mölnlycke reported organic sales growth of -26 percent in constant currency. Year-over-year growth was significantly distorted by the strong contribution from covid-19-related contract sales of Personal Protective Equipment during the fourth quarter 2020, while the contribution this quarter was zero. Gloves sales were negatively impacted by a temporary, covid-19-related, production halt. Wound Care grew 8 percent organically in constant currency, with strong profitability.
  • The value of Investments in EQT increased by 30 percent. Net cash flow to Investor amounted to SEK 1.8bn.
  • Leverage was 1.9 percent as of December 31, 2021 (3.5 as of December 31, 2020). Gross cash amounted to SEK 23,955m and the average maturity of Investor AB's debt portfolio was 10.8 years on December 31, 2021.
  • The Board of Directors proposes a dividend per share of SEK 4.00 (3.50) to be paid in two installments, SEK 3.00 in May, 2022 and SEK 1.00 in November, 2022.
Financial information*
12/31 2021 9/30 2021 12/31 2020
Adjusted NAV, SEK m* 760,962 682,398 546,385
Adjusted NAV, SEK per share* 248 223 178
Reported NAV, SEK m*1) 682,614 600,563 461,837
Reported NAV, SEK per share*1) 223 196 151
Market capitalization, excluding repurchased shares, SEK m 711,230 580,741 458,345
Share price (B-share), SEK 227.75 189.14 149.80
Q4 2021 2021
Adjusted NAV, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, SEK m* 78,564 225,300
Adjusted NAV, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, %* 12 41
Reported NAV, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, SEK m*1) 82,051 231,500
Reported NAV, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, %*1) 14 50
Market capitalization, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, SEK m* 133,552 263,608
Market capitalization, sequential change, incl. dividend added back, %* 23 58
Q4 2021 Q4 2020 2021 2020
Consolidated net sales, SEK m 11,037 11,206 40,737 39,323
Consolidated profit/loss, SEK m 81,091 7,586 227,965 52,662
Basic earnings per share, SEK 26.47 2.50 74.45 17.24

* Financial measures that are not defined or specified in the applicable financial reporting framework. For more information, see page 18 and 29-30. Change in market capitalization with dividend added back reflects the change in total market capitalization with the dividend paid out added back. Change in net asset value with dividend added back includes the full dividend approved by the AGM. Due to the 4:1 share split in May 2021, historical performance measures based on the number of shares have been recalculated. 1) In the reported net asset value, the wholly-owned subsidiaries and partner-owned investments within Patricia Industries are reported according to the acquisition and equity method

respectively. Methods are further described in Investor AB's Annual Report.

Overview annual average performance
1 year 5 years 10 years 20 years
Adjusted NAV incl. dividend added back, % 41.2 19.7
Investor B, total return, % 54.9 24.8 25.3 14.6
SIXRX return index, % 39.3 17.7 16.8 11.3

CEO statement

Dear fellow shareholders,

Despite the pandemic, supply chain constraints and other challenges, the world economy continued to recover during 2021. The equity market was further supported by the low interest rate environment.

While acknowledging the tailwind from the equity market, 2021 turned out to be a strong year for Investor:

  • Many of our companies made important strategic acquisitions and investments. We also saw good operational performance.
  • The Investments in EQT developed strongly.
  • We sharpened our climate targets and joined the UN initiative "Race to zero".
  • Our financial position strengthened further, despite investments of more than SEK 7bn.
  • Our shareholder base reached an all-time-high of 478,000, supported by our share split in May.
  • Our adjusted net asset value grew 41 percent. Our total shareholder return amounted to 55 percent, outperforming the SIXRX return index by 16 percentage points.

Listed Companies

Listed Companies' total return was 44 percent during 2021, compared to 39 percent for the SIXRX return index.

Several companies made structural changes. To name a few, Ericsson announced the acquisition of Vonage, strengthening its offering in the enterprise segment. Electrolux Professional acquired Unified Brands, significantly expanding its U.S. presence. By combining the acquired Orbit Irrigation with its Gardena division, Husqvarna creates the global leader in residential watering. ABB continued to adjust its product portfolio by divesting non-core operations.

In December, the bid for Sobi, which we supported, was withdrawn. As the lead shareholder, our focus is now to continue to create long-term value.

During the fourth quarter, we invested SEK 1bn in Ericsson. Since the beginning of 2015, we have strengthened our ownership to 8 percent of total capital, an increase of almost 3 percentage points.

Patricia Industries

Based on estimated market values, Patricia Industries' total return, excluding cash, was 3 percent during 2021. During the fourth quarter, total return was -1 percent, driven by lower multiples and adjusted earnings, mitigated by positive currency effects and cash flow.

For the full year, sales growth for the major subsidiaries was 2 percent, of which 3 percent organic in constant currency. Adjusted EBITA was flat. Excluding Mölnlycke, where figures were substantially distorted by covid-19 related contracts for Personal Protective Equipment, organic sales and adjusted EBITA grew by 11 and 26 percent respectively.

During the fourth quarter, organic sales growth for the major subsidiaries was -10 percent, while adjusted EBITA declined by 23 percent. Excluding Mölnlycke, organic sales and adjusted EBITA grew by 8 and 24 percent respectively.

Mölnlycke's overall sales dropped by 26 percent organically, driven by a 48 percent decline in Surgical, heavily impacted by PPE and production disturbances within Gloves. Production has now returned to full capacity, but shipping-related constraints remain. Wound Care continued to perform well, growing 8 percent organically with strong profitability.

Atlas Antibodies, Advanced Instruments, Laborie and BraunAbility grew strongly. Piab and Permobil also reported good sales growth, while Sarnova was flat.

During the quarter, Permobil acquired Panthera within manual wheelchairs. In combination with the recent acquisition of Italian Progeo, Permobil strengthens its position in Europe substantially. Piab acquired AirBest, significantly strengthening its position in China.

The major strategic add-on acquisitions made earlier during the year by Advanced Instruments, Sarnova, Atlas Antibodies and BraunAbility, in which Patricia Industries invested SEK 5.5 bn, are performing well.

Investments in EQT

Our Investments in EQT developed strongly in 2021, with a reported value change of 111 percent. During the year, EQT AB completed the major strategic acquisition of Exeter Property Group and fund activity remained high. Net cash flow to Investor amounted to SEK 4.8bn. We will continue to invest selectively in new EQT funds.

Financial position

Cash flow was strong during 2021, supported by all business areas, resulting in a further strengthening of our financial position. At year-end, leverage was 1.9 percent, at the low end of our 0-10 percent leverage range. Against this background, the Board of Directors proposes a dividend of SEK 4 per share, an increase of 14 percent.

Going forward

Entering 2022, there is no lack of challenges and uncertainty. Inflation has risen sharply, and the U.S. Federal Reserve has clearly indicated the need to raise interest rates. Supply chain issues remain, geopolitical tensions are rising, and the pandemic is not over.

That said, regardless of how the global economy and equity markets develop, Investor stands strong. In our portfolio, we have great companies with leading positions in attractive markets, led by top-quality people. We also have a strong financial position, enabling us to act on attractive opportunities that arise.

To future-proof our companies and maximize value creation, we focus on the prioritized areas of sustainability including energy transition, innovation, digitalization as well as succession planning and talent management. At the end of the day, having the right person at the right place is critical to reach full potential.

Regarding capital allocation, we will continue to invest in all three business areas, depending on where we find the most attractive opportunities.

With our proven governance model, strong portfolio and dedicated people - at Investor and in our companies - I am confident that we are well positioned to continue to generate attractive returns to you, dear fellow shareholders.

Net asset value overview

Adjusted values Reported values
Number of Ownership Share of total Value, Value, Value, Value,
shares capital/votes (%) assets (%) SEK m SEK m SEK m SEK m
12/31 2021 12/31 2021 12/31 2021 12/31 2021 12/31 2020 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Listed Companies
Atlas Copco
207,754,141 16.9/22.3 17 128,968 87,284 128,968 87,284
ABB 265,385,142 12.9/12.9 12 91,732 60,899 91,732 60,899
SEB 456,198,927 20.8/20.8 7 57,458 38,761 57,458 38,761
AstraZeneca 51,587,810 3.3/3.3 7 54,807 42,725 54,807 42,725
Epiroc 207,757,845 17.1/22.7 6 47,298 31,089 47,298 31,089
Nasdaq 19,394,142 11.6/11.6 5 36,835 21,061 36,835 21,061
Ericsson 266,745,735 8.0/23.8 3 26,589 25,971 26,589 25,971
Sobi 107,594,165 35.0/35.0 3 19,957 17,897 19,957 17,897
Husqvarna 97,052,157 16.8/33.2 2 13,986 10,339 13,986 10,339
Wärtsilä 104,711,363 17.7/17.7 2 13,242 8,581 13,242 8,581
Electrolux 50,786,412 16.4/28.4 1 11,089 9,742 11,089 9,742
Saab 40,972,622 30.2/39.7 1 9,440 9,854 9,440 9,854
Electrolux Professional 58,941,654 20.5/32.4 0 3,677 2,729 3,677 2,729
Total Listed Companies 66 515,078 366,932 515,078 366,932
Patricia Industries Total exposure (%)
Subsidiaries
Mölnlycke1) 99 9 72,926 80,101 17,787 17,357
Laborie 98 2 14,727 7,564 8,276 7,599
Sarnova 95 1 11,099 7,925 6,527 4,094
Permobil1) 98 1 10,747 14,528 4,363 4,088
Piab1) 97 1 8,029 6,165 5,702 5,385
Advanced Instruments 99 1 6,952 5,472 7,082 4,998
BraunAbility 95 0 3,641 3,739 2,365 1,923
Vectura 99 0 3,630 4,202 3,705 3,926
Atlas Antibodies2) 89 0 2,960 366 2,313 366
Grand Group - - - 101 - 101
Total subsidiaries 17 134,710 130,164 58,120 49,838
Three Scandinavia 40/40 1 6,801 8,459 5,043 4,237
Financial Investments 0 2,594 3,674 2,594 3,674
Total Patricia Industries excl. cash 19 144,106 142,297 65,758 57,749
Total Patricia Industries incl. cash 156,611 155,766 78,263 71,217
Investments in EQT
EQT AB 174,288,016 17.5/17.7 11 85,872 36,740 85,872 36,740
Fund investments 4 30,768 20,746 30,768 20,746
Total Investments in EQT 15 116,640 57,486 116,640 57,486
Other Assets and Liabilities 0 -371 -518 -371 -518
Total Assets excl. cash Patricia Industries 100 775,453 566,197 697,105 481,649
Gross debt* -38,446 -41,675 -38,446 -41,675
Gross cash* 23,955 21,862 23,955 21,862
Of which Patricia Industries 12,505 13,468 12,505 13,468
Net debt -14,491 -19,812 -14,491 -19,812
Net Asset Value 760,962 546,385 682,614 461,837
Net Asset Value per share 248 178 223 151

1) Including receivables related to Management Participation Program foundations. For Mölnlycke, the receivable corresponds to less than 1 percentage point of the total exposure, for Permobil to approximately 2 percentage points and for Piab to approximately 3 percentage points.

2) Atlas Antibodies has previously been presented within Financial Investments. Following its acquisition of evitria, it is now presented as a major subsidiary.

Overview

For balance sheet items, figures in parentheses refer to year-end 2020 figures. For income statement and cash flow items, they refer to the same period last year.

Net asset value

During 2021, adjusted net asset value increased from SEK 546.4bn to SEK 761.0bn. The change in adjusted net asset value, with dividend added back, was 41 percent (14) during the period, of which 12 percent during the fourth quarter (2).

Reported net asset value increased from SEK 461.8bn to SEK 682.6bn. The change in reported net asset value, with dividend added back, was 50 percent (11) during the period, of which 14 percent during the fourth quarter (1).

Total adjusted assets by business area

Net debt and cash flow

Net debt totaled SEK 14,491m on December 31, 2021 (19,812), corresponding to leverage of 1.9 percent (3.5).

Our target leverage range is 0-10 percent (net debt/total adjusted assets) over a business cycle. While leverage can fluctuate above and below the target level, it should not exceed 20 percent for a longer period of time.

Gross cash amounted to SEK 23,955m and gross debt to SEK 38,446m as of December 31, 2021.

The average maturity of Investor AB's debt portfolio was 10.8 years on December 31, 2021 (10.8).

Investor's net debt SEK m 2021 Opening net debt -19,812 Listed Companies Dividends 10,834 Other capital distributions 1,487 Investments, net of proceeds -1,017 Management cost -123 Total 11,181 Patricia Industries Proceeds 8,353 Investments -6,227 Internal transfer to Investor -2,938 Management cost -261 Other1) 111 Total -963 Investments in EQT Proceeds (divestitures, fee surplus and carry) 12,902 Drawdowns (investments and management fees) -8,058 Management cost -9 Total 4,834 Investor groupwide Dividend to shareholders -10,722 Internal transfer from Patricia Industries 2,938 Management cost -136 Other2) -1,810 Closing net debt -14,491

1) Incl. currency related effects and net interest paid.

2) Incl. currency related effects, revaluation of debt and net interest paid.

Management cost

Investor's management cost amounted to SEK 158m during the fourth quarter 2021 (163).

As of December 31, 2021, rolling 12 month management cost amounted to 0.07 percent of the adjusted net asset value.

The Investor share

The price of the Investor A-share and B-share was SEK 238.6 and SEK 227.75 respectively on December 31, 2021, compared to SEK 149.38 and SEK 149.80 on December 31, 2020. In May, 2021, Investor completed a 4:1 share split.

The total shareholder return (Class B-share) amounted to 55 percent during 2021 (19), of which 21 percent during the fourth quarter (2).

The SIXRX return index gained 39 percent during 2021 (15), of which 12 percent during the fourth quarter (6).

Investor's market capitalization, excluding repurchased shares, was SEK 711,230m as of December 31, 2021 (458,345).

Average annual total return

Listed Companies

Listed Companies include ABB, AstraZeneca, Atlas Copco, Electrolux, Electrolux Professional, Epiroc, Ericsson, Husqvarna, Nasdaq, Saab, SEB, Sobi and Wärtsilä. These are multinational companies with strong market positions and proven track records. In general, they are well positioned and we work continuously to support them to remain or become best-in-class.

Highlights during the quarter

  • Ericsson announced the acquisition of Vonage, strengthening its position in the enterprise market segment.
  • Investor invested SEK 1bn in Ericsson.
  • The bid for Sobi, which Investor supported, was withdrawn.

Performance

Total return (excluding management costs) for Listed Companies amounted to 44 percent during 2021, of which 11 percent during the fourth quarter.

The SIXRX return index was 39 percent during 2021, of which 12 percent during the fourth quarter.

Contribution to net asset value (adjusted and reported) amounted to SEK 159,327m during 2021 (25,650), of which SEK 53,320m during the fourth quarter (-5,993).

Contribution to net asset value

SEK m Q4 2021 2021 2020
Changes in value 50,220 148,616 18,482
Dividends 3,134 10,834 7,281
Management cost -34 -123 -113
Total 53,320 159,327 25,650

Contribution to net asset value and total return

Q4 2021 2021
Value,
SEK m
Contribution,
SEK m
Total
return
(%)1)
Contribution,
SEK m
Total
return
(%)
Atlas Copco 128,968 20,393 18.7 43,201 49.8
ABB 91,732 13,572 17.4 32,784 54.8
SEB 57,458 2,951 4.9 22,435 58.3
AstraZeneca 54,807 340 0.6 13,296 31.8
Epiroc 47,298 10,153 27.2 17,352 56.0
Nasdaq 36,835 4,033 12.3 16,108 76.9
Ericsson 26,589 259 1.0 128 0.4
Sobi 19,957 -5,453 -21.5 2,060 11.5
Husqvarna 13,986 3,963 39.5 3,879 38.2
Wärtsilä 13,242 2,194 20.0 4,865 57.4
Electrolux 11,089 1,693 16.5 2,616 26.7
Saab 9,440 -751 -7.4 -222 -2.3
Electrolux
Professional
3,677 6 0.2 949 34.8
Total 515,078 53,354 11.5 159,449 43.9

1) Calculated as the sum of share price changes with reinvested dividends, including add-on investments and/or divestments.

Dividends received

Dividends received totaled SEK 10,834m during 2021 (7,281), of which SEK 3,134m during the fourth quarter (1,819).

Redemptions received totaled SEK 1,487m during 2021, of which SEK 863m relates to the mandatory redemption program in Electrolux during the fourth quarter and SEK 623m relates to the mandatory redemption program in Epiroc during the second quarter.

Dividends received, Listed Companies

Investments and divestments

Fourth quarter

10,640,971 Ericsson B shares were purchased for SEK 1,000m.

Earlier during the year

5,000,000 Ericsson B shares were sold and 5,000,000 Ericsson A shares were purchased. Both the buy and sell transactions were conducted at a share price of SEK 103.85.

Listed Companies, value distribution, December 31, 2021

Patricia Industries

Patricia Industries includes Advanced Instruments, Atlas Antibodies, BraunAbility, Laborie, Mölnlycke, Permobil, Piab, Sarnova, Vectura, Three Scandinavia and Financial Investments. Patricia Industries' focus is to invest in and develop wholly-owned companies in the Nordics and in North America.

Highlights during the quarter

  • Based on estimated market values, the total return, excl. cash, amounted to -1 percent (-1 percent incl. cash), driven by multiple contraction and lower adjusted earnings, mitigated by positive currency effects and cash flow.
  • Permobil and Piab announced strategic add-on acquisitions.

Operating performance

During 2021, sales growth for the major subsidiaries (including Advanced Instruments and Atlas Antibodies pro forma and excluding the Grand Group) was 2 percent. Organic growth was 3 percent in constant currency. EBITA amounted to SEK 7,594m, a decrease of 1 percent. Adjusting for items affecting comparability, mainly related to transaction and integration costs, EBITA was flat.

During the fourth quarter 2021, sales growth was -4 percent. Organic growth was -10 percent in constant currency. EBITA amounted to SEK 1,754m, a decrease of 28 percent. Adjusted EBITA decreased by 23 percent.

Excluding Mölnlycke, where figures were substantially distorted by covid-19-related contracts for Personal Protective Equipment, organic sales and adjusted EBITA grew by 8 and 24 percent respectively during the fourth quarter 2021.

Patricia Industries, adjusted values, December 31, 2021

Major subsidiaries, performance

Q4 2021

Org. growth,
constant
Operating
SEK m Sales currency EBITDA EBITDA (%) EBITA1) EBITA, (%) cash flow
Mölnlycke 4,254 -26 1,069 25.1 903 21.2 1,292
Laborie 739 14 196 26.4 179 24.2 176
Sarnova 2,051 0 268 13.1 224 10.9 185
Permobil 1,119 6 192 17.2 149 13.3 37
Piab 472 8 109 23.1 81 17.2 79
Advanced Instruments 274 18 102 37.1 98 35.8 89
BraunAbility 1,626 14 117 7.2 76 4.6 75
Vectura 71 24 42 59.2 7 9.5 -97
Atlas Antibodies 81 19 42 51.4 37 45.0 24
Total 10,688 2,136 20.0 1,754 16.4 1,860
Reported growth y/y, % -4 -24 -28
Organic growth, y/y, % -10

1) EBITA is defined as operating profit before acquisition-related amortizations.

2021

Org. growth,
SEK m Sales constant
currency
EBITDA EBITDA (%) EBITA1) EBITA, (%) Operating
cash flow
Mölnlycke 17,100 -6 4,925 28.8 4,274 25.0 3,870
Laborie 2,686 21 802 29.9 716 26.6 516
Sarnova 7,168 0 894 12.5 778 10.9 659
Permobil 4,062 6 782 19.2 612 15.1 214
Piab 1,738 18 485 27.9 409 23.5 376
Advanced Instruments 880 24 326 37.1 314 35.7 278
BraunAbility 5,941 17 448 7.5 304 5.1 329
Vectura 279 32 172 61.5 45 16.0 -355
Atlas Antibodies 324 34 162 50.1 143 44.2 115
Total 40,178 8,997 22.4 7,594 18.9 6,003
Reported growth y/y, % 2 0 -1
Organic growth, y/y, % 3

1) EBITA is defined as operating profit before acquisition-related amortizations.

Performance

Contribution to adjusted net asset value amounted to SEK 3,694m during 2021 (22,211), of which SEK -2,063m during the fourth quarter (6,412).

Contribution to adjusted net asset value

SEK m Q4 2021 2021 2020
Changes in value -1,988 3,933 22,470
Management cost -69 -261 -289
Other -7 21 30
Total -2,063 3,694 22,211

Based on estimated market values, the total return for Patricia Industries, excluding cash, amounted to 3 percent (2 percent including cash) during 2021, of which -1 percent (-1 percent including cash) during the fourth quarter. During the fourth quarter, the negative return was driven by multiple contraction and lower adjusted earnings, mitigated by positive currency effects and cash flow.

For more information on valuation, see page 33.

Investments and divestments

Fourth quarter

Investments amounted to SEK 47m. Divestments amounted to SEK 218m.

Earlier during the year

Investments amounted to SEK 6,180m, of which SEK 2,004m related to Atlas Antibodies, SEK 1,809m to Sarnova and SEK 1,481m to Advanced Instruments in conjunction with add-on acquisitions. Divestments amounted to SEK 2,107m, mainly related to divestments of financial investments and the divestment of Grand Group (the Grand Hôtel property was owned and divested by Vectura).

Distributions received

During 2021, distributions to Patricia Industries amounted to SEK 6,027m, of which SEK 511m during the fourth quarter. Regarding the distribution from Three Scandinavia related to the divestment of its passive network infrastructure, approximately SEK 3.2bn has been received and another SEK 1.9bn, of which approximately 63 percent in cash, is expected to be received during the first half of 2022.

Patricia Industries, net cash

0

SEK m Q4 2021 2021 2020
Beginning of period 11,877 13,468 20,897
Net cash flow 681 2,125 -4,343
Internal transfer to Investor - -2,938 -2,938
Other1) -53 -150 -147
End of period 12,505 12,505 13,468

2017 2018 2019 2020 2021

1) Includes currency-related effects, net interest and management cost.

Patricia Industries – valuation overview
Estimated market
values, SEK m,
12/31, 2021
Change Q4
2021 vs. Q3
2021 SEK m
Major drivers Comments
Subsidiaries
Mölnlycke 72,926 -2,156 Lower earnings impacted negatively,
cash flow impacted positively. EUR 50m
distribution to Patricia Industries
Implied EV/reported LTM EBITDA 17.9x
Laborie 14,727 529 Higher earnings and currency effects
impacted positively, mitigated by lower
multiples
Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 20.5x
Sarnova 11,099 286 Higher earnings and currency effects
impacted positively, mitigated by lower
multiples
Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 13.4x.
Acquisitions of Digitech and Allied 100 valued
at cost
Permobil 10,747 -1,740 Lower multiples and lower earnings
impacted negatively
Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 17.9x
Piab 8,029 -106 No major value drivers Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 19.1x
Advanced Instruments 6,952 0 - Investment amount, acquisition made less than
18 months ago
BraunAbility 3,641 144 No major value drivers Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 12.7x
Vectura 3,630 680 Increased value of the property portfolio Estimated market value of the property
portfolio less debt and cost
Atlas Antibodies 2,960 -3 No major value drivers Implied EV/reported LTM EBITDA 23.1x
Partner-owned
investments
Three Scandinavia 6,801 -171 Higher earnings impacted positively,
mitigated by lower multiples
Applied EV/adj. LTM EBITDA 5.5x. The
estimated market value includes a discounted
value of the estimated remaining divestment
proceeds attributable to Patricia Industries
Financial Investments 2,594 -133 Multiple or third-party valuation, share price
Total 144,106
Total incl. cash 156,611

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Activities during the quarter

Group

  • Organic sales growth amounted to -26 percent in constant currency. The decline was explained by significant contribution from covid-19-related contract sales of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) last year. Gloves remained impacted by a temporary, covid-19-related, halt in production. Wound Care continued to perform strongly.
  • The EBITA margin declined, despite the strong performance in Wound Care, mainly explained by increased raw material and logistics costs, and the production halt in Gloves.
  • Cash flow generation was strong and Mölnlycke distributed EUR 50m to Patricia Industries.
  • Mölnlycke invested in production capacity expansion within Wound Care and Gloves. The new capacity will be available starting next year.

Wound Care

• Organic growth amounted to 8 percent in constant currency, with the U.S. and growth markets performing strongly.

Surgical

• Organic growth amounted to -48 percent in constant currency, heavily distorted by PPE boosting sales during the fourth quarter last year, while the contribution this quarter was zero. In addition, global supply constraints and the covid-19-related production halt in Gloves impacted negatively. Gloves production is now running at full capacity, but long lead times in freight continue to impact sales.

Key figures, Mölnlycke

Income statement items, 2021 2020
EUR m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 420 1,686 554 1,793
EBITDA 106 485 174 536
EBITA 89 421 159 475
Sales growth, % -24 -6 38 16
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
-26 -6 41 18
EBITDA, % 25.1 28.8 31.4 29.9
EBITA, % 21.2 25.0 28.8 26.5
Cash flow items, EUR m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 106 485 174 536
IFRS 16 lease payments -5 -21 -5 -19
Change in working capital 44 -34 75 -8
Capital expenditures -17 -49 -16 -38
Operating cash flow 128 382 229 470
Acquisitions/divestments - - -7 -11
Shareholder
contribution/distribution
-50 -250 -350 -350
Other1) -19 -150 -37 -130
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
debt
58 -18 -165 -21
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 16
Capital expenditures/sales, % 3
Balance sheet items, EUR m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 1,510 1,492
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 8,315 7,910

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

Mölnlycke, distribution of sales and organic sales growth

Share of sales, (%)
Last 12 months
Organic growth,
constant currency, (%)
Q4 2021
Wound Care 54 8
Surgical 46 -48
Total 100 -26

Mölnlycke, distribution of sales by geography

Share of sales, (%)
2021
Europe, Middle East, Africa 60
Americas 31
Asia Pacific 9
Total 100

A provider of innovative capital equipment and consumables for the urology and gastroenterology markets. Read more at www.laborie.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 14 percent in constant currency. Urology, Gastrointestinal and Maternal & child health all grew. End-customer demand was strong, but significant supply chain challenges impacted negatively.
  • The EBITA margin declined. Adjusting for Pelvalon transaction costs of USD 4m in the fourth quarter 2021 and the release of provisions related to the Clinical Innovations integration last year, the EBITA margin improved from 19 to 29 percent, despite rising input costs, and continued investment in certain general and administrative functions as well as research and development.
  • In October, 2021, Laborie announced the acquisition of Pelvalon, a medical technology company that has developed the EclipseTM System, an innovative, nonsurgical, patientcontrolled device for women suffering from fecal incontinence. The product is highly complementary to Laborie's product portfolio and commercial channels.
  • In January, 2022, Laborie exercised its option to acquire a perpetual exclusive license to the OptilumeTM drug-coated balloon for treatment of urethral strictures, following the product's FDA approval in December 2021. The product fits well into Laborie's urology product portfolio and commercial channels. The total consideration amounts to USD 165m. Adjusting for its minority ownership, Laborie will invest approximately USD150m, which will be funded with USD 100m in equity from Patricia Industries and the remainder from Laborie's cash and external debt.

Key figures, Laborie

Income statement items,
USD m
2021 2020
YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 84 313 69 230
EBITDA 22 93 22 44
EBITA 20 83 19 37
Sales growth, % 20 36 23 12
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
14 21 -14 -19
EBITDA, % 26.4 29.9 31.2 19.1
EBITA, % 24.2 26.6 27.5 16.0
Cash flow items, USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 22 93 22 44
IFRS 16 lease payments -1 -4 -1 -2
Change in working capital 0 -20 1 -5
Capital expenditures -1 -10 -6 -16
Operating cash flow 20 60 15 21
Acquisitions/divestments -74 -74 -18 -542
Shareholder - - - 450
contribution/distribution
Other1)
-4 -8 -12 -42
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net -58 -22 -15 -114
debt
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 15
Capital expenditures/sales, % 3
Balance sheet items, USD m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 424 403
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 780 870

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

A provider of innovative healthcare products to national emergency care providers, hospitals, schools, businesses and federal government agencies. Read more at www.sarnova.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales were flat in constant currency compared to last year. The fourth quarter last year benefitted from significant covid-19-driven demand for personal protective equipment. The fourth quarter 2021 was negatively impacted by supply chain challenges related to the availability of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and related accessories.
  • Adjusting for approximately USD 4m in transaction costs related to the Digitech acquisition last year, the EBITA margin increased from 10 percent to 11 percent. The margin expansion was driven by good operating performance, partially offset by higher input costs and ongoing investment in digital platform enhancement and warehouse optimization.

Key figures, Sarnova

Income statement items, 2021 2020
USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 233 835 199 725
EBITDA 30 104 20 78
EBITA 25 91 17 69
Sales growth, % 17 15 29 12
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
0 0 19 9
EBITDA, % 13.1 12.5 9.9 10.8
EBITA, % 10.9 10.9 8.5 9.5
Cash flow items, USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 30 104 20 78
IFRS 16 lease payments -1 -4 -1 -3
Change in working capital 3 6 -24 -16
Capital expenditures -11 -29 0 -10
Operating cash flow 21 77 -6 49
Acquisitions/divestments - -289 -251 -251
Shareholder
contribution/distribution
- 210 - -
Other1) -12 -41 -30 -37
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
debt
9 -44 -287 -239
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 16
Capital expenditures/sales, % 3
Balance sheet items, USD m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt2) 569 525
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 1,370 1,195

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

2) Digitech's profit and balance sheet are fully included in Sarnova's financial items as November 1, 2020. Hence, the balance sheet include all net debt but figures for the last 12 months only include five months of earnings.

A provider of advanced mobility and seating rehab solutions. Read more at www.permobil.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 6 percent in constant currency, driven by EMEA and Americas, while APAC was flat.
  • The EBITA margin declined, mainly due to investments in a strategic product development project. Adjusted for this, the margin declined slightly, driven by increased costs for freight and sourcing.
  • Permobil launched Mototronik, a front-mounted power assist device for manual wheelchairs.
  • Permobil acquired Panthera, a leading Swedish manufacturer of manual wheelchairs with annual sales of approximately SEK 150m. The acquisition will strengthen Permobil's offer within light manual wheelchairs. The transaction was completed on January 3, 2022 and will be funded by equity from Patricia Industries.

Key figures, Permobil

Income statement items, 2021 2020
SEK m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 1,119 4,062 1,021 3,944
EBITDA 192 782 225 826
EBITA 149 612 178 641
Sales growth, % 10 3 -16 -11
Organic growth,
constant currency, % 6 6 -10 -9
EBITDA, % 17.2 19.2 22.0 20.9
EBITA, % 13.3 15.1 17.4 16.3
Cash flow items, SEK m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 192 782 225 826
IFRS 16 lease payments -19 -62 -15 -55
Change in working capital -91 -330 12 184
Capital expenditures -45 -175 -24 -120
Operating cash flow 37 214 197 835
Acquisitions/divestments - -262 - -47
Shareholder - - - -
contribution/distribution
Other1) -178 -559 261 202
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
debt
-140 -607 458 990
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 19
Capital expenditures/sales, % 4
Balance sheet items, SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 3,166 2,559
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 1,660 1,570

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

A provider of gripping and moving solutions for automated manufacturing and logistics processes. Read more at www.piab.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 8 percent in constant currency, driven by APAC and Americas. Vacuum Conveying and Vacuum Automation reported strong growth, while Lifting Automation declined.
  • The EBITA margin declined, primarily due to negative impact from a write-down of a discontinued product line and transaction costs related to acquisitions.
  • Piab acquired Airbest, a leading local Chinese player within Vacuum Automation, strengthening the company's presence in the country.
  • Within Vacuum Conveying, Piab launched piFLOW®AM, a vacuum conveyor for the additive manufacturing market.
  • After the end of the quarter, Piab acquired Manut-LM, a French manufacturer of lifting automation equipment, further strengthening the company's presence in the country.

Key figures, Piab

Income statement items,
SEK m
2021 2020
YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 472 1,738 435 1,526
EBITDA 109 485 124 420
EBITA 81 409 107 359
Sales growth, % 8 14 36 20
Organic growth, 8 18 12 -4
constant currency, %
EBITDA, % 23.1 27.9 28.5 27.5
EBITA, % 17.2 23.5 24.6 23.5
Cash flow items, SEK m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 109 485 124 420
IFRS 16 lease payments -8 -32 -9 -35
Change in working capital -9 -42 -21 21
Capital expenditures -13 -35 -9 -43
Operating cash flow 79 376 85 364
Acquisitions/divestments -254 -254 - -980
Shareholder - -60 - -
contribution/distribution
Other1)
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
-87 -256 108 30
debt -262 -193 193 -587
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 17
Capital expenditures/sales, % 2
Balance sheet items, SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 1,767 1,574
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 695 625

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

A global provider of osmolality testing instrumentation and consumables for the clinical, biopharmaceutical, and food & beverage markets. Read more at www.aicompanies.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 18 percent in constant currency, driven by strong instruments, consumables and services performance. The recently acquired Solentim products, not included in organic growth, continued to perform strongly, with growth clearly above the company average.
  • Adjusting for USD 3m in purchase price adjustments related to the Solentim acquisition, the EBITA margin was 44 percent. The decrease is mainly explained by Solentim having lower profitability than Advanced Instruments.
  • Investments in the global commercial organization, general and administrative functions, and research and development continued.

Key figures, Advanced Instruments

Income statement items,
USD m
2021 2020
Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 31 103 22 77
EBITDA 12 38 10 37
EBITA 11 37 10 35
Sales growth, % 45 34 16 9
Organic growth, 18 24 16 9
constant currency, %
EBITDA, % 37.1 37.1 48.5 47.7
EBITA, % 35.8 35.7 47.2 46.0
Cash flow items, USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 12 38 10 37
IFRS 16 lease payments 0 -1 -1 -1
Change in working capital -1 -3 3 -1
Capital expenditures -1 -2 0 -1
Operating cash flow 10 32 12 34
Acquisitions/divestments - -238 - -
Shareholder - 170 - -
contribution/distribution
Other1)
-2 -7 -53 -62
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
debt 8 -43 -41 -28
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 7
Capital expenditures/sales, % 1
Balance sheet items, USD m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 195 152
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 225 130

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

A manufacturer of wheelchair accessible vehicles and wheelchair lifts. Read more at www.braunability.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 14 percent in constant currency, driven by strong consumer demand and last year's sales being depressed by covid-19. Recovery was led by the consumer and retail segments, while the commercial segment remained impacted by limited availability of OEM chassis.
  • The EBITA margin declined slightly, driven by increased material and labor costs, as well as unfavorable product portfolio mix, which was largely offset by pricing initiatives.

Key figures, BraunAbility

Income statement items, 2021 2020
USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 184 692 150 567
EBITDA 13 52 12 44
EBITA 9 35 8 29
Sales growth, % 22 22 -21 -23
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
14 17 -22 -24
EBITDA, % 7.2 7.5 7.9 7.7
EBITA, % 4.6 5.1 5.2 5.1
Cash flow items, USD m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 13 52 12 44
IFRS 16 lease payments -2 -9 -2 -8
Change in working capital 1 7 21 -11
Capital expenditures -4 -12 -1 -5
Operating cash flow 8 38 30 20
Acquisitions/divestments - -76 - -4
Shareholder - 20 - -
contribution/distribution
Other1)
-1 -94 -2 -12
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
debt
7 -111 28 4
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 8
Capital expenditures/sales, % 2
Balance sheet items, USD m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 300 189
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 1,825 1,555

1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease liabilities due to IFRS 16.

Develops and manages real estate in community service, office and hotel. Read more at www.vecturafastigheter.se

Activities during the quarter

  • Total sales decreased by 20 percent, due to lost income from the divested Grand Hôtel property. Adjusted for this divestment, growth amounted to 24 percent driven by new Community Services properties.
  • A nursing home in Vällingby (6,800 m2 ) was acquired.
  • Rental agreements of more than 3,000 m2 in Forskaren, an office building in the life-science center in Hagastaden, Stockholm, were signed.
  • During 2021, property market value decreased due to recent divestments. Adjusting for divestments the property market value increased, explained by acquisition of care properties, investments in on-going construction projects as well as yield compression in the market.

Key figures, Vectura

Income statement items,
SEK m
2021 2020
Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 71 279 90 298
EBITDA 42 172 60 184
EBITDA, % 59.2 61.5 67.4 61.9
EBITA adj.1) 7 45 2 34
EBITA adj % 9.5 16.0 2.1 11.4
Balance sheet items, SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 3,963 4,302
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Real estate market value 8,388 9,182

1) EBITA adjusted for depreciation of surplus values related to properties.

A global developer of advanced reagents for biomedical research. Read more at www.atlasantibodies.com

Activities during the quarter

  • Organic sales growth amounted to 19 percent in constant currency. The evitria business was the largest growth driver.
  • The EBITA margin increased slightly.
  • Investments in the commercial organization and administrative functions continued.
  • Atlas Antibodies continued to expand its product portfolio, launching a broad set of monoclonal and polyclonal antibodies, primarily targeting academic cancer research.

Key figures, Atlas Antibodies

2021
Income statement items,
2020
SEK m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales 81 324 66 247
EBITDA 42 162 33 124
EBITA 37 143 29 107
Sales growth, % 23 31 24 10
Organic growth, 19 34 30 15
constant currency, %
EBITDA, % 51.4 50.1 50.5 50.2
EBITA, % 45.0 44.2 44.1 43.3
Cash flow items, SEK m Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
EBITDA 42 162 33 124
IFRS 16 lease payments -2 -6 -1 -5
Change in working capital -12 -32 1 -40
Capital expenditures -4 -9 -1 -1
Operating cash flow 24 115 33 78
Acquisitions/divestments - -2,629 - -
Shareholder - 2,030 - -
contribution/distribution
Other1)
Increase(-)/decrease(+) in net
17 -22 8 -18
debt 40 -505 41 59
Key ratios
Working capital/sales, % 31
Capital expenditures/sales, % 3
Balance sheet items, SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 406 -117
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 115 95
1) Includes effects of exchange rate changes, interest, tax and change in lease

liabilities due to IFRS 16.

A provider of mobile voice and broadband services in Sweden and Denmark. Read more at www.tre.se.

Activities during the quarter

  • The subscription base increased by 44,000, of which 33,000 in Sweden and 11,000 in Denmark. Service revenue growth was 4 percent.
  • Reported and adjusted (adjusted for items affecting comparability last year and for the negative earnings impact from the divestment of Three Scandinavia's passive network infrastructure assets) EBITDA increased.
  • Three Sweden improved its business-to-business customer satisfaction to its highest level ever in the SKI (Svenskt Kvalitetsindex) annual customer satisfaction survey published in October.
  • The startup company Buddywise won 5G Sustainability Awards, Three Sweden´s award to promote and encourage ideas building on 5G technology that can contribute to a more sustainable society.

Key figures, Three Scandinavia

2021 2020
Income statement items Q4 YTD Q4 YTD
Sales, SEK m 2,925 10,750 2,873 10,668
Sweden, SEK m 1,929 6,946 1,879 6,818
Denmark, DKK m 730 2,787 723 2,740
Service revenue, SEK m1) 1,763 6,913 1,691 6,777
Sweden, SEK m 1,138 4,402 1,052 4,167
Denmark, DKK m 458 1,839 465 1,856
EBITDA, SEK m 931 3,535 923 3,934
Sweden, SEK m 636 2,564 616 2,725
Denmark, DKK m 216 711 224 861
EBITDA, % 31.8 32.9 32.1 36.9
Sweden 33.0 36.9 32.8 40.0
Denmark 29.6 25.5 30.9 31.4
Key ratios
Capital expenditures/sales, % 33
Balance sheet items, SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Net debt 6,498 6,341
12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Number of employees 1,735 1,775
Other key figures 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
Subscriptions 3,834,000 3,678,000
Sweden 2,337,000 2,209,000
Denmark 1,497,000 1,469,000
1) Mobile service revenue excluding interconnect revenue.

1) Mobile service revenue excluding interconnect revenue.

Financial Investments

Financial Investments consist of investments in which the investment horizon has not yet been defined. Our objective is to maximize the value and use realized proceeds for investments in existing and new subsidiaries. However, some holdings could become long-term investments.

Change in net asset value, Financial Investments

SEK m Q4 2021 2021 2020
Net asset value, beginning of
period
2,727 3,674 4,310
Investments 47 273 100
Divestments -193 -2,018 -1,188
Exit proceeds pending
settlement
-4 - -
Changes in value 18 665 818
Net asset value, end of period 2,594 2,594 4,041

Activities during the quarter

• The holding in Agjunction was fully exited.

Five largest Financial Investments, December 31, 2021

Company Region Business Listed/
unlisted
Reported
value,
SEK m
CDP Holding Asia IT Unlisted 773
EZ Texting U.S IT Unlisted 347
August Capital
Partners VII
U.S Venture fund Unlisted 283
Sutter Hill Ventures U.S Venture fund Unlisted 266
SmartBiz U.S IT Unlisted 240
Total 1,910

As of December 31, 2021, the five largest investments represented 74 percent of the total value of the Financial Investments.

1 percent of the total value of the Financial Investments was represented by publicly listed companies.

Investments in EQT

EQT is a purpose-driven global investment organization focused on active ownership strategies. With a Nordic heritage and a global mindset, EQT has a track record of almost three decades of delivering consistent and attractive returns across multiple geographies, sectors and strategies. Investor was one of the founders of EQT in 1994 and has committed capital to the vast majority of its funds. Read more at www.eqtgroup.com

Highlights during the quarter

  • The reported value change of Investor's investments in EQT was 30 percent.
  • Net cash flow to Investor amounted to SEK 1.8bn.

Performance

Contribution to net asset value (adjusted and reported) amounted to SEK 63,988m during 2021 (20,409), of which SEK 27,596m during the fourth quarter 2021 (7,873).

The reported value change of Investor's investments in EQT was 111 percent during 2021, of which 110 percent in constant currency. During the fourth quarter, the value change amounted to 30 percent, of which 30 percent in constant currency.

Net cash flow to Investor amounted to SEK 1,845m during the fourth quarter.

Investments in EQT AB

The value increase of Investor's holding in EQT AB amounted to SEK 22,727m, corresponding to a total shareholder return of 36 percent, during the fourth quarter. Total shareholder return for 2021 amounted to 135 percent.

Dividends received amounted to SEK 418m during 2021, of which SEK 209m during the fourth quarter.

Investments in EQT funds

Following the IPO of EQT AB in September 2019, Investor reports the value change on its EQT fund investments with a one-quarter lag. Consequently, the information related to Investor's investments in EQT funds in this report is presented as of September 30, 2021.

The reported value change of Investor's investments in EQT funds amounted to 18 percent during the fourth quarter, of which 17 percent in constant currency. The reported value change for 2021 amounted to 70 percent, of which 67 percent in constant currency.

Investor's total outstanding commitments to EQT funds amounted to SEK 11.1bn as of December 31, 2021 (16.3).

Change in adjusted net asset value, EQT

SEK m Q4 2021 2021 2020
Net asset value, beginning of
period
90,889 57,486 37,248
Contribution to net asset value
Drawdowns (investments,
management fees and management
27,596 63,988 20,409
cost)
Proceeds to Investor (divestitures,
fee surplus, carry and dividend)
3,120
-4,965
8,068
-12,902
4,630
-4,801
Net asset value, end of period 116,640 116,640 57,486

Investor's investments in EQT, December 31, 20211)

Investor
Fund
size
EUR m
Share (%) Outstanding
commitment
SEK m
Reported
value
SEK m
Fully invested funds2) 37,186 3,172 18,676
EQT IX 15,600 3 1,393 3,784
EQT Infrastructure IV 9,100 3 680 2,381
EQT Infrastructure V 15,700 3 3,330 1,231
Credit Opportunities III3) 1,272 10 493 929
EQT Ventures II 619 3 84 138
EQT Mid Market Asia III 630 27 321 1,515
EQT Mid Market Europe 1,616 9 451 1,845
EQT Real Estate II 1,000 3 216 96
EQT new funds - 6 990 173
Total fund investments 82,723 11,130 30,768
EQT AB 17.5/17.74) 85,872
Total investments in EQT 116,640

1) Following the IPO of EQT AB in September 2019, Investor's investments in EQT funds are reported with a one-quarter lag.

2) EQT V, EQT VI, EQT VII, EQT VIII, EQT Expansion Capital II, EQT Greater China II, EQT Infrastructure I, II and III, Credit Fund II, EQT Mid Market, EQT Mid Maraket US, EQT Real Estate I, EQT Ventures.

3) Divested by EQT AB to Bridgepoint, October 2020.

4) Capital and votes respectively.

Investor's investments in EQT, key figures overview
FY Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 FY Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 FY Q4
SEK m 2021 2021 2021 2021 2021 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2019 2019
Reported value 116,640 116,640 90,889 78,467 75,566 57,486 57,486 50,143 48,843 40,603 37,248 37,248
Reported value
change, %
111 30 16 9 30 55 16 3 16 11 103 9
Value change,
constant currency, %
110 30 16 9 29 57 18 3 19 8 101 11
Drawdowns from
Investor
8,068 3,120 2,258 1,169 1,520 4,630 377 968 1,906 1,378 7,266 514
Proceeds to Investor 12,902 4,965 2,550 4,986 401 4,801 908 1,313 280 2,301 12,227 3,207
Net cash flow to
Investor
4,834 1,845 292 3,817 -1,119 171 531 344 -1,626 923 4,961 2,694

Investor Group

Net debt

Net debt totaled SEK 14,491m on December 31, 2021 (19,812). Debt financing of the Patricia Industries subsidiaries is arranged without guarantees from Investor and hence not included in Investor's net debt. Pending dividends from investments and approved but not yet paid dividend to shareholders are not included in Investor's net debt either.

Net debt, December 31, 2021

SEK m Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's
net debt
Other financial
investments 14,778 -236 14,542
Cash, bank and short
term investments 18,534 -9,121 9,413
Receivables included
in net debt 1,964 - 1,964
Interest bearing debt -87,221 46,919 -40,301
Provision for pensions -1,068 959 -109
Total -53,013 38,521 -14,491

Investor's gross cash amounted to SEK 23,955m as of December 31, 2021 (21,862). The short-term investments are invested conservatively, taking into account the riskadjusted return profile. Investor's gross debt, excluding pension liabilities, amounted to SEK 38,337m as of December 31, 2021 (41,565).

The average maturity of Investor AB's debt portfolio was 10.8 years on December 31, 2021 (10.8), excluding the debt of Mölnlycke, Laborie, Permobil, BraunAbility, Vectura, Sarnova, Piab, Advanced Instruments and Atlas Antibodies.

Investor is rated AA- (Stable Outlook) by S&P Global and Aa3 (Stable Outlook) by Moody's.

Debt maturity profile, December 31, 2021

Net financial items, 2021

SEK m Group -
Net financial
items
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's net
financial
items
Interest income -3 -2 -5
Interest expenses -2,100 1,101 -999
Results from revaluation of
loans, swaps and short
term investments 86 - 86
Foreign exchange result -548 36 -512
Other -782 656 -126
Total -3,347 1,791 -1,556

Parent Company

Share capital

Investor's share capital amounted to SEK 4,795m on December 31, 2021 (4,795).

Share structure

Class of
share
Number of
shares
Number of
votes
% of
capital
% of
votes
A 1 vote 1,246,763,376 1,246,763,376 40.6 87.2
B 1/10 vote 1,821,936,744 182,193,674 59.4 12.8
Total 3,068,700,120 1,428,957,050 100.0 100.0

Following a 4:1 share split in May 2021, Investor's share capital consists of 3,068,700,120 shares with a quota of SEK 1.5625 per share.

On December 31, 2021, Investor owned a total of 5,242,353 of its own shares (5,453,120).

Results and investments

The Parent Company's result after financial items was SEK 136,791m (22,855). The result is mainly related to Listed Companies which contributed to the result with dividends amounting to SEK 10,286m (6,433) and value changes of SEK 126,711m (18,972).

During 2021, the Parent Company invested SEK 3,621m in financial assets (15,289), of which SEK 0m in Group companies (11,572) and purchases in Listed Companies of SEK 1,520m (3,380). The Parent Company divested SEK 800m in Group Companies (3,000) and SEK 519m (18) in Listed Companies during the year. By the end of the period, Shareholder's equity totaled SEK 471,763m (345,742). The Parent Company has provided a loan of USD 90m to a Group Company. During 2021 the Parent Company had three maturities of loan, two external loans totaling EUR 376m and one internal loan of EUR 266m.

Other

Annual General Meeting

Investor AB's Annual General Meeting will be held on May 3, 2022. Additional information about Investor's Annual General Meeting will be available on Investor's website. Investor's audited Annual Report in Swedish will be made available at the company's head office and website no later than April 12, 2022.

Dividend Proposal

The Board of Directors proposes a dividend to the shareholders of SEK 4.00 per share for fiscal year 2021 (3.50). The dividend is proposed to be paid out in two installments, SEK 3.00 with record date May 5, 2022 and SEK 1.00 with record date November 7, 2022. The dividend level proposed is based on the stated dividend policy to pay a steadily rising dividend, supported by cash flow from our three business areas: Listed Companies, Patricia Industries and Investments in EQT.

Acquisitions (business combinations) Piab's acquisition of Airbest Technology

On December 31, 2021, Piab completed the acquisition of Airbest Technology, a leading local Chinese player within Vacuum Automation. The consideration amounted to SEK 272m. In the preliminary purchase price allocation,

goodwill amounted to SEK 408m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 14m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 92m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have increased by SEK 37m.

Laborie's acquisition of Pelvalon

On October 12, 2021, Laborie acquired Pelvalon, a medical technology company that has developed the EclipseTM System, an innovative, nonsurgical, patientcontrolled device for women suffering from fecal incontinence. The consideration amounted to SEK 271m. In the preliminary purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 116m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies and in further support Laborie's long-term growth. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 35m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, Pelvalon contributed net sales of SEK 0m and profit/loss of SEK -3m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 0m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have decreased by SEK 3m.

Sarnovas' acquisition of Allied 100

On September 3, 2021, Sarnova completed the acquisition of Allied 100, a leading specialty distributor of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) used in emergency situations to save the lives of sudden cardiac arrest patients. The consideration amounted to SEK 2,639m. In the final purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 1,830m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies to providing a comprehensive portfolio of AED products to the professional and civilian first responder markets. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Intangible assets in the acquisition consists mainly of Trade names and Customer relationships. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 42m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, Allied 100 contributed net sales of SEK 292m and profit/loss of SEK 6m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 688m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have decreased by SEK 22m.

Advanced Instruments' acquisition of Solentim

On August 26, 2021, Advanced Instruments completed the acquisition of Solentim, a global leader in innovative

solutions for cell line development of biopharmaceutical products. The consideration amounted to SEK 2,226m. In the preliminary purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 1,172m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies to expand the commercial and R&D capabilities of biopharmaceuticals. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Intangible assets in the acquisition consists mainly of Proprietary technology and Trademarks. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 70m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, Solentim contributed net sales of SEK 63m and profit/loss of SEK -25m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 109m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have increased by SEK 19m.

Atlas Antibodies' acquisition of evitria

On August 5, 2021, Atlas Antibodies completed the acquisition of evitria, a quality leader within custom recombinant antibody expression, serving the biopharmaceutical industry. The consideration amounted to SEK 2,319m. In the final purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 2,326m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies innovation to create an antibody-focused platform, serving a wide range of customers. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Intangible assets in the acquisition consists mainly of Proprietary technology and Customer contracts. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 35m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, evitria contributed net sales of SEK 85m and profit/loss of SEK 27m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 93m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have increased by SEK 39m.

BraunAbility's acquisition of Q'Straint

On May 28, 2021, BraunAbility completed the acquisition of 51 percent of Q'Straint, an industry leader in Wheelchair Passenger Safety Solutions. The consideration amounted to SEK 709m. In the final purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 980m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies to accelerate innovation in wheelchair-accessible transportation technology for the disability community. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Intangible assets in the acquisition consists mainly of Proprietary technology. Transaction related costs amounted to SEK 28m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, Q'Straint contributed net sales of SEK 280m and profit/loss of SEK -

30m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 225m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have increased by SEK 74m.

Permobil's acquisition of Progeo

On June 28, 2021, Permobil completed the acquisition of Progeo, a leading Italian manufacturer of manual wheelchairs. The consideration amounted to SEK 330m (including the company's net cash position). In the final purchase price allocation, goodwill amounted to SEK 192m. The goodwill recognized for the acquisition corresponds to the complementary strengths of the companies. The goodwill recognized is not expected to be deductible for income tax purposes. Transaction related

costs amounted to SEK 5m and derive from external legal fees and due diligence expenses. These costs have been included in the line item Administrative, research and development and other operating cost in the Group's consolidated income statement. For the period from the acquisition date until December 31, 2021, Progeo contributed net sales of SEK 66m and profit/loss of SEK 5m to the Group's result. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2021, management estimates that consolidated net sales for the Group would have increased by SEK 50m and consolidated profit/loss for the period would have decreased by SEK 9m.

SEK m Airbest Pelvalon Allied 100 Solentim evitria Q'Straint Progeo Total
Intangible assets - 155 775 1,241 267 995 62 3,495
Property, plant and equipment 23 - 30 2 18 32 13 118
Other financial investments - - - - - - 1 1
Inventories 19 - 100 45 1 127 33 325
Trade receivables 15 0 127 10 25 71 35 284
Other current receivables 0 0 26 10 3 12 19 70
Cash and cash equivalents 18 0 24 76 30 26 68 241
Long-term interest bearing liabilities -92 - - - -286 -1,380 -7 -1,766
Deferred tax liabilities - - -123 -309 -57 - -16 -504
Other liabilities -119 0 -149 -22 -8 -55 -70 -422
Net identifiable assets and liabilities -136 155 809 1,054 -7 -172 139 1,842
Non-controlling interest - - - - - 99 - 99
Consolidated goodwill 408 116 1,830 1,172 2,326 980 192 7,024
Consideration 272 271 2,639 2,226 2,319 709 330 8,766

Pledged assets and contingent liabilities

Total pledged assets amount to SEK 24.8bn (20.9), of which SEK 23.4bn (17.8) refers to pledged assets in the subsidiaries BraunAbility, Laborie, Advanced Instruments and Sarnova, related to outstanding loans corresponding to SEK 2.7bn, SEK 3.7bn, SEK 2bn and SEK 5.1bn.

Total contingent liabilities amount to SEK 1.1bn (1.1).

Risks and uncertainties

The main risks that the Group and the Parent Company are exposed to are primarily related to the value changes of the listed assets due to market price fluctuations. The development of the global economy is an important uncertainty factor in assessment of near-term market fluctuations. The covid-19 pandemic continues to create uncertainty in businesses and in the financial markets.

The development of the financial markets also affects the various unlisted holdings' businesses and opportunities for new investments and divestments. Investor and its subsidiaries are exposed to commercial risks and financial risks, such as share price risks, interest rate risks and currency risks. In addition, the subsidiaries, through their business activities within respective sector, are also exposed to legal/regulatory risks as well as political risks. Whatever the economic situation in the world, operational risk management requires a continued high level of awareness and focused work to mitigate current risks in line with stated policies and procedures. Investor's risk management, risks and uncertainties are described in detail in the Annual Report, (Administration report and Note 3).

Accounting policies

For the Group, this Year-End Report is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and applicable regulations in the Swedish Annual Accounts Act, and for the Parent Company in accordance with Sweden's Annual Accounts Act, chapter 9 Interim report. The accounting policies that have been applied for the Group and Parent Company, are in agreement with the accounting policies used in preparation of the company's most recent annual report.

Alternative Performance Measures

Investor applies the ESMA Guidelines on Alternative Performance Measures (APMs). An APM is a financial measure of historical or future financial performance, financial position, or cash flows, other than a financial measure defined or specified in the applicable financial reporting framework. For Investor's consolidated accounts, this framework typically means IFRS.

Definitions of all APMs used are found in the Annual Report 2020 and on www.investorab.com/investorsmedia/investor-in-figures/definitions.

Reconciliations to the financial statements for the APMs that are not directly identifiable from the financial statements and considered significant to specify, are disclosed on pages 29-30. Reconciliations of APMs for individual subsidiaries or business areas are not disclosed, since the purpose of these are to give deeper financial information without being directly linked to the financial information for the Group, that is presented according to the applicable financial reporting framework.

Roundings

Due to rounding, numbers presented throughout this Year-End Report may not add up precisely to the totals provided and percentages may not precisely reflect the absolute figures.

Financial calendar

Apr. 21, 2022 Interim Management Statement
January-March 2022
May 3, 2022 Annual General Meeting 2022
Jul. 15, 2022 Interim Report
January-June 2022
Oct. 20, 2022 Interim Management Statement
January-September 2022
Jan. 20, 2023 Year-End Report 2022

Stockholm, January 21, 2022

Johan Forssell President and Chief Executive Officer

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Review Report

Introduction

We have reviewed the Year-End report of Investor AB (publ), corporate identity number 556013-8298, for the period January 1-December 31, 2021. The Board of Directors and the President are responsible for the preparation and presentation of this interim report in accordance with IAS 34 and the Annual Accounts Act. Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on this interim report based on our review.

Scope of Review

We conducted our review in accordance with the International Standard on Review Engagements ISRE 2410, Review of Interim Financial Information Performed by the Independent Auditor of the Entity. A review consists of making inquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review has a different focus and is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and other generally accepted auditing practices. The procedures performed in a review do not enable us to obtain a level of assurance that would

make us aware of all significant matters that might be identified in an audit.

Therefore, the conclusion expressed based on a review does not give the same level of assurance as a conclusion expressed based on an audit.

Conclusion

Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the Year-End report is not, in all material respects, prepared for the Group in accordance with IAS 34 and the Annual Accounts Act, and for the Parent Company in accordance with the Annual Accounts Act.

Stockholm, January 21, 2022

Deloitte AB

For signature, please see Swedish version

Jonas Ståhlberg

Authorized Public Accountant

Consolidated Income Statement, in summary

SEK m 2021 2020 H2 2021 H2 2020 Q4 2021 Q4 2020
Dividends 11,254 7,664 4,397 2,756 3,346 2,011
Changes in value 213,505 41,138 104,178 27,828 77,903 2,220
Net sales 40,737 39,323 21,393 21,129 11,037 11,206
Cost of goods and services sold -21,743 -21,417 -11,602 -11,544 -5,997 -6,039
Sales and marketing cost -6,072 -5,873 -3,173 -2,871 -1,631 -1,539
Administrative, research and development and other
operating cost
-8,420 -7,033 -4,833 -3,636 -2,124 -2,050
Management cost -530 -531 -277 -277 -158 -163
Share of results of associates 2,938 1,825 75 1,643 -20 1,543
Operating profit/loss 231,669 55,097 110,158 35,027 82,356 7,188
Net financial items -3,347 -1,973 -1,985 -80 -1,141 694
Profit/loss before tax 228,322 53,125 108,173 34,948 81,215 7,883
Income taxes -357 -463 -147 -192 -124 -297
Profit/loss for the period 227,965 52,662 108,027 34,756 81,091 7,586
Attributable to:
Owners of the Parent Company 228,065 52,790 108,064 34,839 81,098 7,653
Non-controlling interest -100 -128 -38 -84 -7 -67
Profit/loss for the period 227,965 52,662 108,027 34,756 81,091 7,586
Basic earnings per share, SEK 74.45 17.24 35.28 11.38 26.47 2.50
Diluted earnings per share, SEK 74.41 17.23 35.26 11.37 26.46 2.50

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, in summary

SEK m 2021 2020 H2 2021 H2 2020 Q4 2021 Q4 2020
Profit/loss for the period 227,965 52,662 108,027 34,756 81,091 7,586
Other comprehensive income for the period, including tax
Items that will not be recycled to profit/loss for the period
Revaluation of property, plant and equipment 21 -15 21 -15 21 -15
Re-measurements of defined benefit plans 46 -57 25 -65 26 -69
Items that may be recycled to profit/loss for the period
Cash flow hedges 68 -121 25 -16 14 9
Hedging costs -12 -12 5 -77 -13 -36
Foreign currency translation adjustment 3,518 -4,376 2,162 -4,382 996 -3,825
Share of other comprehensive income of associates 28 -240 34 -276 23 -244
Total other comprehensive income for the period 3,668 -4,822 2,273 -4,832 1,067 -4,180
Total comprehensive income for the period 231,633 47,840 110,299 29,924 82,158 3,406
Attributable to:
Owners of the Parent Company 231,708 47,982 110,319 30,021 82,149 3,485
Non-controlling interest -74 -142 -20 -97 9 -80
Total comprehensive income for the period 231,633 47,840 110,299 29,924 82,158 3,406
Consolidated Balance Sheet, in summary
SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
ASSETS
Goodwill 55,437 46,686
Other intangible assets 33,168 28,395
Property, plant and equipment 14,044 14,741
Shares and participations 638,336 432,131
Other financial investments 14,778 3,302
Long-term receivables included in net debt 1,964 2,015
Other long-term receivables 2,727 2,526
Total non-current assets 760,454 529,795
Inventories 6,767 5,374
Shares and participations in trading operation 375 14
Short-term receivables included in net debt - 22
Other current receivables 9,412 7,950
Cash, bank and short-term investments 18,534 27,892
Total current assets 35,088 41,252
TOTAL ASSETS 795,542 571,047
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity 683,505 462,775
Long-term interest bearing liabilities 83,966 81,776
Provisions for pensions and similar obligations 1,068 1,186
Other long-term provisions and liabilities 13,026 10,893
Total non-current liabilities 98,059 93,855
Current interest bearing liabilities 3,255 4,709
Other short-term provisions and liabilities 10,722 9,708
Total current liabilities 13,977 14,417
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 795,542 571,047
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity, in summary
SEK m 2021 2020
Opening balance 1/1 462,775 420,923
Profit for the period 227,965 52,662
Other comprehensive income for the period 3,668 -4,822

Total comprehensive income for the period 231,633 47,840 Dividend to shareholders -10,722 -6,916 Changes in non-controlling interest -991) 827 Effect of long-term share-based remuneration 64 100 Purshase of own shares -147 - Closing balance 683,505 462,775

Owners of the Parent Company 682,614 461,837 Non-controlling interest 891 939 Total equity 683,505 462,775

1) Includes reclassification of non-controlling interest amounting to SEK -620m.

Attributable to:

Consolidated Cash Flow, in summary
SEK m 2021 2020
Operating activities
Dividends received 11,254 7,994
Cash receipts 39,488 37,479
Cash payments -32,904 -30,985
Cash flows from operating activities before net interest and income tax 17,838 14,488
Interest received/paid -2,143 -2,255
Income tax paid -1,440 -1,263
Cash flows from operating activities 14,256 10,970
Investing activities
Acquisitions -9,695 -8,262
Divestments 16,779 5,816
Increase in long-term receivables -93 -303
Decrease in long-term receivables 101 34
Divestments of associated companies 2,126 1,114
Acquisitions of subsidiaries, net effect on cash flow -8,915 -14,774
Divestments of subsidiaries, net effect on cash flow 4,079 30
Increase in other financial investments -25,603 -7,591
Decrease in other financial investments 14,103 12,503
Net change, short-term investments 8,079 -3,882
Acquisitions of property, plant and equipment -3,799 -2,786
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment 68 343
Proceeds from sale of other investment - 19
Net cash used in investing activities -2,772 -17,739
Financing activities
New share issue 494 61
Borrowings 6,172 21,714
Repayment of borrowings -8,968 -7,479
Repurchases of own shares -149 -11
Dividend paid -10,722 -6,889
Net cash used in financing activities -13,174 7,397
Cash flows for the period -1,690 628
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year 19,670 19,231
Exchange difference in cash 350 -190
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period 18,330 19,670

Performance by Business Area Q4 2021

Listed Patricia Investments in Investor
SEK m Companies Industries EQT Groupwide Total
Dividends 3,134 - 209 3 3,346
Changes in value 50,220 366 27,329 -12 77,903
Net sales - 11,037 - - 11,037
Cost of goods and services sold - -5,997 - 0 -5,997
Sales and marketing cost - -1,631 - - -1,631
Administrative, research and development and other operating cost 0 -2,118 -1 -4 -2,124
Management cost -34 -69 -3 -52 -158
Share of results of associates - -20 - - -20
Operating profit/loss 53,320 1,568 27,534 -66 82,356
Net financial items - -881 - -260 -1,141
Income tax - -152 - 28 -124
Profit/loss for the period 53,320 535 27,534 -297 81,091
Non-controlling interest - 7 - 0 7
Net profit/loss for the period attributable to the Parent Company 53,320 542 27,534 -297 81,098
Other effects on equity - 882 62 9 953
Contribution to net asset value 53,320 1,424 27,596 -289 82,051
Net asset value by business area 12/31 2021
Carrying amount 515,078 65,758 116,640 -371 697,105
Investors net debt/-cash - 12,505 - -26,997 -14,491
Total net asset value including net debt/-cash 515,078 78,263 116,640 -27,367 682,614

Performance by Business Area Q4 2020

Listed Patricia Investments in Investor
SEK m Companies Industries EQT Groupwide Total
Dividends 1,819 0 192 0 2,011
Changes in value -7,781 1,446 8,526 29 2,220
Net sales - 11,206 - - 11,206
Cost of goods and services sold - -6,039 0 0 -6,039
Sales and marketing cost - -1,539 - - -1,539
Administrative, research and development and other operating cost - -2,041 -1 -8 -2,050
Management cost -31 -90 -3 -40 -163
Share of results of associates - 1,543 - - 1,543
Operating profit/loss -5,993 4,486 8,714 -19 7,188
Net financial items - -412 - 1,106 694
Income tax - -234 - -63 -297
Profit/loss for the period -5,993 3,840 8,714 1,024 7,586
Non-controlling interest - 67 - 0 67
Net profit/loss for the period attributable to the Parent Company -5,993 3,908 8,714 1,024 7,653
Dividend to shareholders - -27 - 0 -27
Other effects on equity - -3,004 -841 -290 -4,135
Contribution to net asset value -5,993 877 7,873 734 3,491
Net asset value by business area 12/31 2020
Carrying amount 366,932 57,749 57,486 -518 481,649
Investors net debt/-cash - 13,468 - -33,281 -19,812
Total net asset value including net debt/-cash 366,932 71,217 57,486 -33,799 461,837

Performance by Business Area 2021

Listed Patricia Investments in Investor
SEK m Companies Industries EQT Groupwide Total
Dividends 10,834 - 418 2 11,254
Changes in value 148,616 1,722 63,174 -6 213,505
Net sales - 40,737 - - 40,737
Cost of goods and services sold - -21,743 - 0 -21,743
Sales and marketing cost - -6,072 - - -6,072
Administrative, research and development and other operating cost 0 -8,391 -5 -24 -8,420
Management cost -123 -261 -9 -136 -530
Share of results of associates - 2,938 - - 2,938
Operating profit/loss 159,327 8,928 63,578 -164 231,669
Net financial items - -1,791 - -1,556 -3,347
Income tax - -312 - -45 -357
Profit/loss for the period 159,327 6,825 63,578 -1,765 227,965
Non-controlling interest - 100 - 0 100
Net profit/loss for the period attributable to the Parent Company 159,327 6,926 63,578 -1,765 228,065
Dividend to shareholders - - - -10,722 -10,722
Other effects on equity - 2,968 410 56 3,435
Contribution to net asset value 159,327 9,894 63,988 -12,431 220,778
Net asset value by business area 12/31 2021
Carrying amount 515,078 65,758 116,640 -371 697,105
Investors net debt/-cash - 12,505 - -26,997 -14,491
Total net asset value including net debt/-cash 515,078 78,263 116,640 -27,367 682,614

Performance by Business Area 2020

SEK m Listed
Companies
Patricia
Industries
Investments in
EQT
Investor
Groupwide
Total
Dividends 7,281 0 383 -1 7,664
Changes in value 18,482 1,932 20,689 36 41,138
Net sales - 39,323 - - 39,323
Cost of goods and services sold - -21,417 0 0 -21,417
Sales and marketing cost - -5,873 - - -5,873
Administrative, research and development and other operating cost - -7,006 -4 -22 -7,033
Management cost -113 -289 -10 -119 -531
Share of results of associates - 1,825 - - 1,825
Operating profit/loss 25,650 8,495 21,058 -106 55,097
Net financial items - -2,217 - 244 -1,973
Income tax - -774 - 311 -463
Profit/loss for the period 25,650 5,504 21,058 449 52,662
Non-controlling interest - 128 - - 128
Net profit/loss for the period attributable to the Parent Company 25,650 5,633 21,058 449 52,790
Dividend to shareholders - -27 - -6,889 -6,916
Other effects on equity - -3,605 -649 -464 -4,718
Contribution to net asset value 25,650 2,001 20,409 -6,904 41,156
Net asset value by business area 12/31 2020
Carrying amount 366,932 57,749 57,486 -518 481,649
Investors net debt/-cash - 13,468 - -33,281 -19,812
Total net asset value including net debt/-cash 366,932 71,217 57,486 -33,799 461,837
Parent Company Income Statement, in summary
SEK m 2021 2020 H2 2021 H2 2020
Dividends 10,286 6,433 3,904 2,148
Changes in value 128,188 18,996 55,886 15,987
Net sales 10 11 6 5
Operating cost -420 -388 -222 -199
Write-down of shares in subsidiaries - -2,4001) - 0
Operating profit/loss 138,063 22,652 59,573 17,941
Profit/loss from financial items
Net financial items -1,273 203 -636 526
Profit/loss after financial items 136,791 22,855 58,937 18,467
Income tax - - - -
Profit/loss for the period 136,791 22,855 58,937 18,467

1) Write-down of shares in Invaw Invest AB (holding company of the shares in Wärtsilä).

Parent Company Balance Sheet, in summary
SEK m 12/31 2021 12/31 2020
ASSETS
Intangible assets and Property, plant and equipment 18 15
Financial assets 529,377 399,942
Total non-current assets 529,395 399,957
Current receivables 379 4,149
Cash and cash equivalents - -
Total current assets 379 4,149
TOTAL ASSETS 529,773 404,106
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity 471,763 345,742
Provisions 137 150
Non-current liabilities, interest bearing 44,625 44,749
Total non-current liabilities 44,762 44,899
Current liabilities, interest bearing 946 3,718
Current liabilities 12,303 9,747
Total current liabilities 13,249 13,465
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 529,773 404,106

Financial instruments

The numbers below are based on the same accounting and valuation policies as used in the preparation of the company's most recent annual report. For information regarding financial instruments in level 2 and level 3, see Note 31, Financial Instruments, in Investor's Annual Report 2020.

Valuation techniques, level 3
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Group 12/31 2021 Fair value, SEK m Valuation technique Input Range
Shares and participations 33,756 Last round of financing n/a n/a
Comparable companies EBITDA multiples n/a
Comparable companies Sales multiples 3.1 – 4.4
Comparable transactions Sales multiples 2.2 – 3.6
NAV n/a n/a
Other financial investments 160 Discounted cash flow Market interest rate n/a
Long-term and current receivables 3,745 Discounted cash flow Market interest rate n/a
Long-term interest bearing liabilities 46 Discounted cash flow Market interest rate n/a
Other provisions and liabilities 6,036 Discounted cash flow n/a n/a

All valuations in level 3 are based on assumptions and judgments that management considers to be reasonable based on the circumstances prevailing at the time. Changes in assumptions may result in adjustments to reported values and the actual outcome may differ from the estimates and judgments that were made.

The unlisted part of Financial Investments' portfolio companies, corresponds to 99 percent of the portfolio value. Part of the unlisted portfolio is valued based on comparable companies, and the value is dependent on the level of the multiples. The multiple ranges provided in the note show the minimum and maximum value of the actual multiples applied in these valuations. A 10 percent change of the multiples would have an effect on the Financial Investments portfolio value of approximately SEK 120m. For the derivatives, a parallel shift of the interest rate curve by one percentage point would affect the value by approximately SEK 900m.

Financial assets and liabilities by level

The table below indicates how fair value is measured for the financial instruments recognized at fair value in the Balance Sheet. The financial instruments are presented in three categories, depending on how the fair value is measured:

Level 1: According to quoted prices in active markets for identical instruments Level 2: According to directly or indirectly observable inputs that are not included in level 1 Level 3: According to inputs that are unobservable in the market

Financial instruments - fair value

Group 12/31 2021, Total carrying
SEK m Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Other1) amount
Financial assets
Shares and participations 598,769 2,355 33,756 3,456 638,336
Other financial investments 14,543 - 160 75 14,778
Long-term receivables included in net debt - - 1,964 - 1,964
Other long-term receivables - - 1,781 946 2,727
Shares and participations in trading operation 375 - - - 375
Other current receivables 22 1 - 9,389 9,412
Cash, bank and short-term investments 9,356 - - 9,178 18,534
Total 623,065 2,357 37,661 23,043 686,125
Financial liabilities
Long-term interest bearing liabilities - - 46 83,920 83,9662)
Other long-term provisions and liabilities - - 5,935 7,091 13,026
Short-term interest bearing liabilities - 228 - 3,027 3,2553)
Other short-term provisions and liabilities 117 131 101 10,373 10,722
Total 117 359 6,082 104,411 110,969

1) To enable reconciliation with balance sheet items, financial instruments not valued at fair value as well as other assets and liabilities that are included within balance sheet items have been included within Other.

2) The Group's loans are valued at amortized cost. Fair value on long-term loans amounts to SEK 88,354m.

3) The Group's loans are valued at amortized cost. Fair value on long-term loans amounts to SEK 3,262m.

Changes in financial assets and liabilities in Level 3

Group 12/31 2021,

SEK m Shares and
participations
Other
financial
investments
Long-term
receivables
included in
net debt
Long-term
interest
bearing
liabilities
Other long
term
provisions and
liabilities
Other
current
liabilities
Opening balance at the beginning of the year 24,409 120 3,586 59 4,179 117
Total gain or losses in profit or loss statement
in line Changes in value 13,271 23 228 - -113 -
in line Net financial items - -11 -50 -14 680 8
Reported in other comprehensive income
in line Foreign currency translation adjustment 813 13 10 - 226 0
Acquisitions 7,386 51 0 - 1,398 -
Divestments -12,078 -34 -50 - - -
Issues - - 43 - 6 3
Settlements - - -20 - -442 -28
Transfer out of Level 3 -45 - - - - -
Carrying amount at end of the period 33,756 160 3,745 46 5,935 101
Total unrealized gains/losses for the period included in profit/loss for financial
Total -8,414 - -50 14 1,132 -
Net financial items - - -50 14 481 -
Changes in value -8,414 - - - 1,613 -
instruments held at the end of the period

Revenue from contracts with customers

Group 2021, Field of operation
SEK m Healthcare
equipment
Healthcare
services
Hotel Real estate Osmolality
testing
Gripping and
moving
solutions
Total
Geographical market
Sweden 747 359 68 229 1 102 1,506
Scandinavia, excl. Sweden 1,182 8 - - 4 51 1,246
Europe, excl. Scandinavia 10,006 53 - - 203 721 10,982
U.S. 21,463 261 - - 534 436 22,694
North America, excl. U.S. 750 0 - - 41 94 885
South America 281 - - - 9 58 347
Africa 483 0 - - 4 6 492
Australia 908 - - - 12 11 930
Asia 1,295 26 - - 73 260 1,654
Total 37,116 707 68 229 880 1,738 40,737
Category
Sales of products 35,594 - - - 779 1,713 38,087
Sales of services 1,443 707 68 - 101 25 2,343
Revenues from leasing 70 - - 224 - - 293
Other income 9 - - 5 - - 14
Total 37,116 707 68 229 880 1,738 40,737
Sales channels
Through distributors 20,813 - 41 - 432 691 21,977
Directly to customers 16,303 707 27 229 447 1,047 18,760
Total 37,116 707 68 229 880 1,738 40,737
Timing of revenue recognition
Goods and services transferred
at a point of time 36,734 707 - - 856 1,738 40,035
Goods and services transferred
over time 382 - 68 229 23 - 702
Total 37,116 707 68 229 880 1,738 40,737

Reconciliations of significant Alternative Performance Measures

In the financial statements issued by Investor, Alternative Performance Measures (APMs) are disclosed, which complete measures that are defined or specified in the applicable financial reporting framework, such as revenue, profit or loss or earnings per share.

APMs are disclosed when they complement performance measures defined by IFRS. The basis for disclosed APMs are that they are used by management to evaluate the financial performance and in so believed to give analysts and other stakeholders valuable information.

Investor AB discloses the definitions of all APMs used on www.investorab.com/investors-media/investor-infigures/definitions and in the Annual Report 2020. Below reconciliations of significant APMs to the most directly reconcilable line item, subtotal or total presented in the financial statements of the corresponding period are disclosed.

Gross cash

Gross cash or Investor's cash and readily available placements are defined as the sum of cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments and interest-bearing current and long-term receivables. Deductions are made for items related to subsidiaries within Patricia Industries.

Group 12/31 2021,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's
gross cash
Group 12/31 2020,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's
gross cash
Other financial Other financial
investments 14,778 -236 14,542 investments 3,302 -201 3,101
Cash, bank and short Cash, bank and short
term investments 18,534 -9,121 9,413 term investments 27,892 -9,130 18,762
Gross cash 33,311 -9,357 23,955 Gross cash 31,194 -9,332 21,862

Gross debt

Gross debt is defined as interest-bearing current and long-term liabilities, including pension liabilities, less derivatives with positive value related to the loans. Deductions are made for items related to subsidiaries within Patricia Industries.

Group 12/31 2021,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's
gross debt
Group 12/31 2020,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to
Patricia
Industries
Investor's
gross debt
Receivables included
in net debt
1,964 - 1,964 Receivables included
in net debt
2,037 - 2,037
Loans -87,221 46,919 -40,301 Loans -86,484 42,883 -43,602
Provision for pensions -1,068 959 -109 Provision for pensions -1,186 1,077 -110
Gross debt -86,324 47,878 -38,446 Gross debt -85,634 43,959 -41,675

Net debt

Gross debt less gross cash at Balance Sheet date.

Group 12/31 2021, Group 12/31 2020,
SEK m SEK m
Investor's gross cash -23,955 Investor's gross cash -21,862
Investor's gross debt 38,446 Investor's gross debt 41,675
Investor's net debt 14,491 Investor's net debt 19,812

Total assets

The net of all assets and liabilities not included in net debt. Total reported assets are based on reported values according to IFRS. Total adjusted assets are adjusted for estimated market values for Patricia Industries' major subsidiaries and partner-owned investments.

Group 12/31 2021,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to non
controlling
interest
Investor's
net asset
value
Group 12/31 2020,
SEK m
Consolidated
balance sheet
Deductions
related to non
controlling
interest
Investor's
net asset
value
Equity
Investor's net debt
683,505 -891 682,614
14,491
Equity
Investor's net debt
462,775 -939 461,837
19,812
Total reported
assets
697,105 Total reported
assets
481,649
Adjustment for
estimated market
value Patricia
Industries holdings
78,348 Adjustment for
estimated market
value Patricia
Industries holdings
84,548
Total adjusted
assets
775,453 Total adjusted
assets
566,197

Net debt ratio (leverage)

Net debt ratio or leverage is defined as Net debt/Net cash as a percentage of total adjusted assets. As of Q3 2021 the leverage policy has been updated, now targeting 0-10 percent net debt to total adjusted assets (previously 5-10 percent net debt to total reported assets).

Group 12/31 2021, SEK m Net debt ratio Group 12/31 2020, SEK m Net debt ratio
Investor's net debt 14,491 = 1.9% Investor's net debt 19,812 =
Total adjusted assets 775,453 Total adjusted assets 566,197 3.5%

Reported net asset value

Reported net asset value is equal to Investor's net asset value and equity attributable to owners of the Parent Company.

Adjusted net asset value

Net asset value based on estimated market values for Patricia Industries' major subsidiaries and partner-owned investments. The estimated market values are mainly based on valuation multiples, typically Enterprise value (EV)/Last 12 months' operating profit, for relevant listed peers and indices. More information about the assessment basis can be found in section Patricia Industries - valuation overview on page 8 and Patricia Industries, overview of estimated market values on page 33. In the table below there are a reconciliation between Reported net asset value and Adjusted net asset value. More details regarding the differences can be found in the table Net asset value overview on page 4.

Group 12/31 2021,
SEK m
Group 12/31 2020,
SEK m
Reported net asset value 682,614
Reported net asset value
461,837
Reported value for net assets Patricia
Industries
Reported value for net assets Patricia
-65,758
-57,749
Industries
Estimated market value Patricia
Industries holdings
Estimated market value Patricia
144,106
142,297
Industries holdings
Adjusted net asset value 760,962
Adjusted net asset value
546,385

Reported net asset value, SEK per share

Equity attributable to shareholders of the Parent Company in relation to the number of shares outstanding at the Balance Sheet date. The comparable period 12/31 2020 have been recalculated due to the 4:1 share split in May 2021.

Group 12/31 2021, SEK m Net asset value,
SEK per share
Group 12/31 2020, SEK m Net asset value,
SEK per share
Investor's reported net asset value 682,614 Investor's reported net asset value 461,837
Number of shares, excluding own
shares
=
3,063,457,767
223 Number of shares, excluding own
shares
=
3,063,247,000
151

Adjusted net asset value, SEK per share

Total assets, including estimated market values for Patricia Industries' major subsidiaries and partner-owned investments, less net debt in relation to the number of shares outstanding at the Balance Sheet date. The comparable period 12/31 2020 have been recalculated due to the 4:1 share split in May 2021.

Group 12/31 2021, SEK m Net asset value,
SEK per share
Group 12/31 2020, SEK m Net asset value,
SEK per share
Investor's adjusted net asset value 760,962 Investor's adjusted net asset value 546,385
Number of shares, excluding own
shares
=
3,063,457,767
248 Number of shares, excluding own
shares
=
3,063,247,000
178

Patricia Industries, key figures overview1)

FY
2021
Q4
2021
Q3
2021
Q2
2021
Q1
2021
FY
2020
Q4
2020
Q3
2020
Q2
2020
Q1
2020
FY
2019
Q4
2019
Mölnlycke (EUR m)
Sales 1,686 420 405 417 443 1,793 554 479 358 401 1,542 402
Sales growth, % -6 -24 -15 16 11 16 38 26 -7 7 6 3
Organic growth, -6 -26 -16 18 14 18 41 29 -7 7 4 1
constant currency, %
EBITDA
485 106 112 123 146 536 174 144 103 115 451 114
EBITDA, % 28.8 25.1 27.5 29.4 32.9 29.9 31.4 30.0 28.8 28.8 29.2 28.3
EBITA2) 421 89 95 107 130 475 159 129 89 99 391 99
EBITA, % 25.0 21.2 23.4 25.6 29.4 26.5 28.8 26.9 24.7 24.6 25.3 24.5
Operating cash flow 382 128 91 84 79 470 229 70 105 66 382 122
Net debt 1,510 1,510 1,568 1,623 1,473 1,492 1,492 1,326 1,375 1,449 1,471 1,471
Employees 8,315 8,315 8,175 8,040 7,850 7,910 7,910 7,860 8,110 7,855 7,790 7,790
Laborie (USD m)
Sales
Sales growth, %
313
36
84
20
74
19
80
85
76
37
230
12
69
23
62
24
43
-14
55
15
205
13
56
11
Organic growth,
constant currency, % 21 14 6 67 11 -19 -14 -13 -45 -4 4 8
EBITDA 93 22 20 28 23 44 22 18 7 -3 56 16
EBITDA, % 29.9 26.4 27.7 34.5 30.9 19.1 31.2 28.4 17.3 -5.1 27.3 28.2
EBITA2) 83 20 18 25 20 37 19 16 6 -4 51 15
EBITA, % 26.6 24.2 24.4 31.3 26.7 16.0 27.5 25.6 13.7 -7.1 25.1 26.4
Operating cash flow
Net debt
60
424
20
424
16
366
22
396
2
400
21
403
15
403
6
388
4
379
-5
376
24
288
11
288
Employees 780 780 780 775 825 870 870 860 820 820 580 580
Sarnova (USD m)
Sales 835 233 230 183 191 725 199 171 165 189 647 155
Sales growth, % 15 17 34 10 1 12 29 5 -1 17 8 3
Organic growth, 0 0 14 -3 -10 9 19 5 -2 14 4 -2
constant currency, %
EBITDA
EBITDA, %
104
12.5
30
13.1
24
10.3
23
12.6
27
14.2
78
10.8
20
9.9
15
8.5
21
12.9
22
11.8
82
12.6
17
10.9
EBITA2) 91 25 21 20 24 69 17 13 19 20 73 15
EBITA, % 10.9 10.9 9.1 11.0 12.7 9.5 8.5 7.3 11.6 10.8 11.3 9.4
Operating cash flow 77 21 9 24 23 49 -6 35 5 15 86 33
Net debt 569 569 578 496 509 525 525 239 266 267 287 287
Employees 1,370 1,370 1,370 1,240 1,215 1,195 1,195 670 670 655 645 645
Permobil (SEK m)
Sales 4,062 1,119 1,054 981 908 3,944 1,021 941 912 1,070 4,446 1,214
Sales growth, % 3 10 12 8 -15 -11 -16 -17 -16 6 7 8
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
6 6 11 18 -7 -9 -10 -13 -17 3 1 4
EBITDA 782 192 211 187 192 826 225 220 165 215 924 232
EBITDA, % 19.2 17.2 20.1 19.0 21.1 20.9 22.0 23.4 18.2 20.1 20.8 19.1
EBITA2) 612 149 168 147 148 641 178 176 119 168 726 180
EBITA, % 15.1 13.3 16.0 15.0 16.3 16.3 17.4 18.7 13.1 15.7 16.3 14.8
Operating cash flow 214 37 90 -12 98 835 197 187 203 248 776 122
Net debt 3,166 3,166 3,026 2,959 2,671 2,559 2,559 3,017 3,286 3,709 3,549 3,549
Employees
Piab (SEK m)
1,660 1,660 1,645 1,630 1,540 1,570 1,570 1,560 1,600 1,650 1,625 1,625
Sales 1,738 472 438 422 406 1,526 435 349 342 399 1,267 320
Sales growth, % 14 8 25 23 2 20 36 9 9 28 1 -4
Organic growth, 18 8 26 33 9 -4 12 -10 -16 -2 -4 -9
constant currency, %
EBITDA 485 109 130 126 121 420 124 102 94 100 379 76
EBITDA, % 27.9 23.1 29.6 29.8 29.8 27.5 28.5 29.1 27.5 25.1 29.9 23.7
EBITA2)
EBITA, %
409
23.5
81
17.2
113
25.9
110
26.0
105
25.9
359
23.5
107
24.6
82
23.4
82
23.9
89
22.2
341
26.9
67
20.8
Operating cash flow 376 79 106 104 87 364 85 82 102 96 325 83
Net debt 1,767 1,767 1,505 1,548 1,592 1,574 1,574 1,767 1,839 2,047 987 987
Employees 695 695 680 660 650 625 625 630 660 665 515 515
Advanced Instruments
(USD m)
Sales 103 31 26 24 22 77 22 19 16 20 70 19
Sales growth, %
Organic growth,
34 45 33 49 11 9 16 10 -7 16 19 27
constant currency, % 24 18 26 47 11 9 16 10 -7 16 19 27
EBITDA 38 12 3 12 11 37 10 10 7 9 30 7
EBITDA, % 37.1 37.1 13.3 50.9 50.4 47.7 48.5 48.8 44.3 48.2 43.3 39.1
EBITA2) 37 11 3 12 11 35 10 9 7 9 30 7
EBITA, % 35.7 35.8 11.9 49.5 48.9 46.0 47.2 47.0 42.2 46.6 42.2 38.1
Operating cash flow
Net debt
32
195
10
195
7
203
9
142
6
149
34
152
12
152
9
112
7
116
6
121
31
124
13
124
Employees 225 225 225 145 130 130 130 120 125 120 115 115
INVESTOR Q4 2021 – 31
FY Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 FY Q4 Q3 Q2 Q1 FY Q4
2021 2021 2021 2021 2021 2020 2020 2020 2020 2020 2019 2019
BraunAbility (USD m)
Sales 692 184 192 171 146 567 150 152 92 173 734 191
Sales growth, % 22 22 26 86 -15 -23 -21 -21 -52 7 14 10
Organic growth, 17 14 17 81 -16 -24 -22 -22 -53 5 5 5
constant currency, %
EBITDA 52 13 17 12 10 44 12 17 1 14 70 15
EBITDA, % 7.5 7.2 9.0 7.1 6.6 7.7 7.9 11.2 1.4 7.9 9.6 7.9
EBITA2) 35 9 13 8 6 29 8 13 -2 10 57 12
EBITA, % 5.1 4.6 6.6 4.9 4.1 5.1 5.2 8.8 -2.6 5.8 7.7 6.2
Operating cash flow 38 8 23 6 2 20 30 2 -7 -5 72 29
Net debt 300 300 307 326 190 189 189 216 216 208 193 193
Employees
Vectura (SEK m)
1,825 1,825 1,825 1,760 1,495 1,555 1,555 1,600 1,655 1,735 1,700 1,700
Sales 279 71 61 66 81 298 90 77 68 62 273 72
Sales growth, % -6 -20 -21 -3 29 9 24 3 -4 15 17 3
EBITDA 172 42 40 41 48 184 60 50 43 30 173 38
EBITDA, % 61.5 59.2 66.2 62.1 59.6 61.9 67.4 65.3 63.1 48.6 63.3 53.0
EBITA adjusted2) 45 7 13 13 12 34 2 14 11 7 74 1
EBITA, % 16.0 9.5 21.7 19.8 14.4 11.4 2.1 17.9 16.6 11.2 27.2 1.2
Operating cash flow -355 -97 -52 -160 -46 -1,450 -574 -25 -740 -111 -597 -100
Net debt 3,963 3,963 3,453 2,537 4,361 4,302 4,302 3,900 3,551 2,791 2,662 2,662
Real estate,
market value 8,388 8,388 9,182 7,282
Employees 33 33 31 31 34 31 31 29 26 26 22 22
Atlas Antibodies (SEK
m)
Sales 324 81 86 81 76 247 66 62 57 61 - -
Sales growth, % 31 23 38 43 23 13 24 8 13 9 - -
Organic growth,
constant currency, %
34 19 39 47 32 15 30 12 11 7 - -
EBITDA 162 42 45 36 40 124 33 33 28 29 - -
EBITDA, % 50.1 51.4 52.3 43.9 52.7 50.2 50.5 52.8 50.0 47.5 - -
EBITA2) 143 37 40 31 36 107 29 29 24 25 - -
EBITA, % 44.2 45.0 46.5 38.1 47.0 43.3 44.1 46.0 42.5 40.3 - -
Operating cash flow 115 24 56 13 12 78 33 25 8 12 - -
Net debt 406 406 429 22 -60 -117 -117 -76 -65 -60 - -
Employees 115 115 110 116 109 94 94 89 88 88 - -
Three Scandinavia
Sales, SEK m 10,750 2,925 2,696 2,543 2,586 10,668 2,873 2,568 2,620 2,608 10,705 3,008
Sweden, SEK m 6,946 1,929 1,740 1,617 1,659 6,818 1,879 1,645 1,649 1,645 6,826 1,889
Denmark, DKK m 2,787 730 697 676 683 2,740 723 666 678 673 2,736 789
EBITDA, SEK m 3,535 931 892 849 863 3,934 923 1,026 960 1,025 3,919 1,031
Sweden, SEK m 2,564 636 662 625 641 2,725 616 729 684 696 2,662 676
Denmark, DKK m 711 216 168 164 164 861 224 214 193 230 887 250
EBITDA, % 32.9 31.8 33.1 33.4 33.4 36.9 32.1 39.9 36.6 39.3 36.6 34.3
Sweden 36.9 33.0 38.1 38.6 38.6 40.0 32.8 44.3 41.5 42.3 39 35.8
Denmark 25.5 29.6 24.1 24.2 24.0 31.4 30.9 32.1 28.4 34.2 32.4 31.7
Net debt, SEK m 6,498 6,498 5,940 6,070 6,173 6,341 6,341 6,398 6,950 6,683 6,934 6,934
Employees 1,735 1,735 1,685 1,775 1,740 1,775 1,775 1,760 1,755 1,755 1,810 1,810
Financial Investments
(SEK m)
Net asset value,
beginning of period
3,674 2,727 2,664 3,918 4,040 4,310 3,169 3,207 3,949 4,310 7,277 6,452
Investments 273 47 107 115 13 100 50 2 25 23 283 27
Divestments/ -2018 -193 -139 -575 -1,130 -1,188 -119 -149 -741 -179 -3,652 -932
distributions
Exit proceeds pend.
- -4 4 -341 341 - - - - - - -791
settlement
Changes in value 665 18 90 -93 654 818 941 110 -27 -205 402 -446
Net asset value, end of
period
2,594 2,594 2,727 3,024 3,918 4,040 4,040 3,169 3,207 3,949 4,310 4,310

1) For information regarding Alternative Performance Measures in the table, see page 18. Definitions can be found on Investor's website.

2) EBITA is defined as operating profit before acquisition-related amortizations.

Valuation methodology
Listed Companies Share price (bid) for the class of shares held by Investor, with the exception of Saab, Electrolux and
Electrolux Professional for which the most actively traded share class is used.
Ownership calculated in accordance with the disclosure of regulations of Sweden's Financial Instruments
Trading Act (LHF). ABB, AstraZeneca, Nasdaq and Wärtsilä in accordance with Swiss, British, U.S. and
Finnish regulations.
Includes market value of derivatives related to investments if applicable.
Patricia Industries
Subsidiaries Reported value based on the acquisition method. As supplementary information, subsidiaries are also
presented at estimated market values, mainly based on valuation multiples for relevant listed peers and
indices. Other methodologies may also be used, for example relating to real estate assets. New investments
valued at invested amount during the first 18 months following the acquisition.
Partner-owned investments Reported value based on the equity method. As supplementary information, partner-owned investments are
also presented at estimated market values, mainly based on valuation multiples for relevant listed peers and
indices.
Financial Investments Unlisted holdings at multiple or third-party valuation, listed shares at share price (bid).
Investments in EQT Unlisted holdings at multiple or third-party valuation, listed shares at share price (bid).

Patricia Industries, overview of estimated market values

Supplementary information In addition to reported values, which are in accordance with IFRS, Investor provides estimated market values
for the wholly-owned subsidiaries and partner-owned investments within Patricia Industries in order to
facilitate the evaluation of Investor's net asset value. This supplementary, non-GAAP information also
increases the consistency between the valuation of Listed Companies and our major wholly-owned
subsidiaries and partner-owned Three Scandinavia.
Estimated market values While the estimated market values might not necessarily reflect our view of the intrinsic values, they reflect
how the stock market values similar companies.
Methodology The estimated market values are mainly based on valuation multiples, typically Enterprise value (EV)/Last 12
months' operating profit, for relevant listed peers and indices. While we focus on EBITA when evaluating the
performance of our companies, for valuation purposes, EBITDA multiples are more commonly available, and
therefore often used. From the estimated EV, net debt is deducted, and the remaining equity value is
multiplied with Patricia Industries' share of capital.
Adjustments Operating profit is adjusted to reflect, for example, pro forma effects of completed add-on acquisitions and
certain non-recurring items. An item is only viewed as non-recurring if it exceeds a certain amount set for
each company, is unlikely to affect the company again, and does not result in any future benefit or cost.
Acquisitions made less than 18 months ago are valued at the invested amount.

Investor in brief

Investor, founded by the Wallenberg family in 1916, is an engaged owner of high-quality, global companies. We have a long-term investment perspective. Through board representation, as well as industrial experience, our network and financial strength, we work continuously to support our companies to remain or become best-in-class. Our holdings include, among others, ABB, Atlas Copco, Ericsson, Mölnlycke and SEB.

Our purpose

We create value for people and society by building strong and sustainable businesses.

Our ultimate target

Our ultimate target is to generate an attractive total return. Our long-term return requirement is the risk free interest rate plus an equity risk premium, in total 8-9 percent annually.

Our strategic priorities

Grow net asset value

We own high-quality companies and are an engaged owner, supporting our companies to achieve profitable growth. We strive to allocate our capital wisely.

Pay a steadily rising dividend

Our goal is to pay a steadily rising dividend. Our dividend policy is supported by cash flow from all three business areas: Listed Companies, Patricia Industries and Investments in EQT.

Deliver on our ESG targets

We firmly believe that sustainability integrated in the business model is a prerequisite for creating long-term value. Our three focus areas with specific targets are Business Ethics & Governance, Climate & Resource Efficiency and Diversity & Inclusion.

Our operating priorities

  • Engaged ownership
  • Ensure an attractive portfolio
  • Operate efficiently
  • Maintain financial flexibility

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