Investor Presentation • Apr 24, 2020
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QUARTERLY ANNOUNCEMENT
"The pandemic is impacting every society and every business across the globe, and this calls for responsible and active ownership. EQT's portfolio companies are also a ected, one way or the other, but given our thematic approach, the portfolio remains relatively robust. Furthermore, based on our experience from previous crises, the portfolio companies have prepared for a potential downturn and even though the magnitude of COVID-19 was unpredictable, having contingency plans in place is helping the companies respond faster.
The situation also impacts EQT AB - to which extent depends on timing, scope and when the markets stabilize. Given today's environment, fundraisings can take longer, exits are less likely and the overall investment activity is currently lower. Revenues are expected to be impacted as carry is dependent on exits and increases in unrealized values.
But the current conditions also present opportunities. One example is the recent investment in Schülke, a leading provider of hygiene and infection prevention solutions. The investment illustrates EQT's thematic approach and links to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, more specifi cally SDG #3 Good Health & Well-being.
I would also like to mention that the EQT Foundation made a donation to the COVID-19 Therapeutics Accelerator initiative which supports global research related to developing and scaling potential treatments. In addition, support is given to the Karolinska Institute in Sweden to accelerate the access to tests. When combining the initiatives taken also within the di erent portfolio companies as response to the crisis as well as among our sta , the impact is signifi cant. A good example of how our mindset of making a positive impact with everything - even more so in tougher times - can look in reality.
With EQT AB's solid balance sheet and strong liquidity, and the precautions being taken, we are confi dent that both the portfolio companies and EQT AB will come out of the crisis even stronger."
Christian Sinding, CEO
FEE-GENERATING ASSETS
| END OF PERIOD (EURbn) | EQT VIII | EQT INFRASTRUCTURE IV | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 36.6 | 39.9 | 40.0 | Start date | May 2018 | Start date | Nov 2018 | |
| Fund size | EUR 10.9bn | Fund size | EUR 9.1bn | ||||
| 23.9 | Investments | 15 | Investments | 10 | |||
| Exits | 0 | Exits | 0 | ||||
| % Invested | 70-75% | % Invested | 70-75% | ||||
Note: 14 investments have closed in EQT VIII and 8 in EQT Infrastructure IV.
| AUM BY SEGMENT (EURbn) | Private Capital | Real Assets | Credit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At December 31, 2019 | 22.0 | 14.0 | 3.9 | 39.9 |
| Gross inflows | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.3 |
| Step-downs | – | – | – | – |
| Exits | (0.3) | (0.0) | (0.0) | (0.3) |
| FX and other | (0.0) | 0.1 | – | 0.1 |
| At March 31, 2020 | 21.8 | 14.2 | 4.0 | 40.0 |
| Since December 31, 2019 | -1.0% | 1.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% |
| AUM BY SEGMENT (EURbn) | Private Capital | Real Assets | Credit | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| At March 31, 2019 | 22.6 | 14.8 | 3.4 | 40.8 |
| Gross inflows | 1.4 | 0.5 | 1.0 | 3.0 |
| Step-downs | (0.3) | – | – | (0.3) |
| Exits | (2.0) | (1.2) | (0.3) | (3.5) |
| FX and other | (0.0) | 0.1 | (0.0) | 0.1 |
| At March 31, 2020 | 21.8 | 14.2 | 4.0 | 40.0 |
| Since March 31, 2019 | -3.6% | -4.3% | 19.2% | -2.0% |
Note: Any investment activity in above tables (part of gross inflows and/or exits) is included based on its impact on fee-generating AUM. Individual deals in a p eriod are therefore included based on remaining or realized cost, timing of transaction closing and only in funds which are charging fees based on net invested capital.
| Start | Committed | Cost of investments | Value of investments | Gross | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (EURbn) | date | AUM | capital | Total | Realized Remaining | Total | Realized | Remaining MOIC | ||
| Private Capital | ||||||||||
| EQT VI | Jun-11 | 1.3 | 4.8 | 4.4 | 3.1 | 1.3 | 10.3 | 8.3 | 2.0 | 2.3x |
| EQT VII EQT VIII |
Jul-15 May-18 |
5.0 10.9 |
6.9 10.9 |
6.1 7.6 |
1.1 - |
5.0 7.6 |
9.7 8.6 |
2.8 - |
6.9 8.6 |
1.6x 1.1x |
| Real Assets | ||||||||||
| EQT Infrastructure II | Oct-12 | 0.7 | 1.9 | 1.7 | 1.0 | 0.7 | 3.5 | 2.7 | 0.8 | 2.1x |
| EQT Infrastructure III | Nov-16 | 3.3 | 4.0 | 3.3 | 0.0 | 3.3 | 4.8 | 0.1 | 4.7 | 1.5x |
| EQT Infrastructure IV | Nov-18 | 9.2 | 9.1 | 4.9 | - | 4.9 | 4.9 | - | 4.9 | 1.0x |
| Other | 9.6 | 11.0 | 13.2 | |||||||
| Total | 40.0 | 39.0 | 55.1 |
Note: Cost and value of investments reflect only closed transactions as per the reporting date.
| Gross MOIC (March 31, 2019) |
Gross MOIC (December 31, 2019) |
Gross MOIC (March 31, 2020) |
Expected Gross MOIC (March 31, 2020) |
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private Capital EQT VI EQT VII EQT VIII |
2.3x 1.4x 1.0x |
2.4x 1.8x 1.1x |
2.3x 1.6x 1.1x |
On plan On plan On plan |
| Real Assets EQT Infrastructure II EQT Infrastructure III EQT Infrastructure IV |
2.0x 1.3x 1.0x |
2.1x 1.5x 1.1x |
2.1x 1.5x 1.0x |
On plan Above plan On plan |
Note: Data for current Gross MOIC reflects only closed investments and realizations. For Private Equity funds (part of segment Private Capital), "On Plan" refers to expected Gross MOIC between 2.0-2.5x. For Infrastructure funds (part of segment Real Assets), "On Plan" refers to expected Gross MOIC between 1.7-2.2x.
Assets Under Management ("AUM") represents the total committed capital from fund investors and net invested capital to which the EQT AB Group is entitled to receive management fees. All of the Group's AUM is fee-generating
Funds currently investing or with not yet realized investments
Business segment comprised of EQT's platform for credit investments comprised of Special Situations, Direct Lending and Senior Debt
The total amounts that fund investors agree to make available to a fund during a specifi ed time period
First phase of a fund lifecycle after fundraising, in which most of a fund's committed capital is invested into portfolio companies. Management fees are normally based on committed capital during this period
A fund's Gross MOIC based on the current total value and cost of its underlying investments
Measures the share of a fund's total commitments that has been utilized. Calculated as the sum of (i) closed and/or signed investments, including announced public o ers, (ii) any earn-outs and/or purchase price adjustments and (iii) less any expected syndication, as a % of a fund's committed capital
Where used on its own, is an umbrella term and may refer interchangeably to the EQT AB Group and/or EQT funds, as the context requires
EQT AB and/or any one or more of its direct or indirect subsidiaries (for the avoidance of doubt excluding the EQT funds and their portfolio companies)
Cost amount of realized investments (realized cost) from an EQT fund
A fund's expected Gross MOIC at termination, when a fund is fully realized, based on the estimated total value and cost of its underlying investments upon realization
The number of full-time equivalent personnel on EQT AB Group's payroll
The number of full-time equivalent personnel and contracted personnel working for EQT AB Group
Total committed capital for a specifi c fund
New commitments through fundraising activities or increased investments in funds charging fees on net invested capital
Value of realized investments (realized value) from an EQT fund. Refers to signed realizations in a given period
Total value of investments divided by total cost of investments
Investments by an EQT fund, measured at cost, net of any co-investments. Refers to signed investments in a given period
Funds with commitments that represent more than 5% of total commitments in active funds, respectively, as well as EQT Infrastructure II
Total cost of investments not yet realized (remaining cost). Management fees are generally based on net invested capital after the commitment period / investment period
Phase of a fund lifecycle after the commitment period, in which most of a fund's investments are realized. Management fees are normally based on the net invested capital during the period
Business segment comprised of business lines Private Equity, Mid Market Asia, Ventures and Public Value
Business segment comprised of business lines Infrastructure and Real Estate
Value (cost) of an investment, or parts of an investment, that at the time has been realized
Value (cost) of an investment, or parts of an investment, currently owned by the EQT funds
A fund's start date is the earlier of the fi rst closed investment or the date when management fees are charged from fund investors
Step-downs in AUM generally resulting from the end of the investment period in an existing fund or when a subsequent fund starts to invest. Fees in a specifi c fund will normally be charged on net invested capital post step-down
Measure used in fundraising of an EQT fund as a fund's target level of investment return based on Gross MOIC
EQT is a di erentiated global investment organization with a 25-year track-record of consistent investment performance across multiple geographies, sectors and strategies. With strong values and a distinct corporate culture, EQT manages and advises funds and vehicles that invest across the world with the mission to generate attractive returns to the fund investors.
EQT's talent base and network allow it to pursue a thematic investment strategy and distinctive value creation approach, with the aim of future-proofi ng the companies which EQT invests in, creating superior returns to EQT's investors and making a positive impact with everything EQT does.
EQT has more than EUR 62 billion in raised capital since inception, currently around EUR 40 billion in assets under management across 19 active funds within three business segments – Private Capital, Real Assets and Credit. EQT is a thought leader within the private markets industry with deep expertise in responsible and long-term ownership, corporate governance, operational excellence, digitalization and sustainability. EQT has o ces in 16 countries across Europe, Asia Pacifi c and North America with more than 700 employees.
The EQT AB group comprises EQT AB (publ) and its direct and indirect subsidiaries, which includes general partners and fund managers of EQT funds as well as entities advising EQT funds.
More info: www.eqtgroup.com Follow EQT on Twitter and LinkedIn
| Annual Shareholders' Meeting 2020 | 8 June |
|---|---|
| Quarterly Announcement April–June 2020 | 16 July |
| Half-year Report 2020 | 20 August |
| Quarterly Announcement July–September 2020 |
21 October |
| Year-end Report January–December 2020 |
26 January, 2021 |
This quarterly announcement has not been reviewed by EQT AB's auditors.
Christian Sinding CEO
Kim Henriksson CFO +46 8 506 55 300 [email protected]
Head of Communications +46 70 855 03 56 [email protected]
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