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Christian Dior SE

Earnings Release Jan 26, 2023

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30 AVENUE MONTAIGNE

PARIS 75008

New record year for Christian Dior group in 2022

  • . Revenue 79 billion euros
  • . Profit from recurring operations 21 billion euros
  • . Both up 23%
  • . A strong social and economic footprint in France

Paris, January 26th, 2023

Christian Dior group recorded revenue of €79.2 billion in 2022 and profit from recurring operations of €21.0 billion, both up 23%.

All business groups achieved significant organic revenue growth over the year (see table on page 3). Fashion & Leather Goods notably reached record levels, with organic revenue growth of 20%. Profit from recurring operations stood at €21.0 billion for 2022, up 23%. Operating margin remained at the same level as 2021. Group share of net profit was €5.8 billion, up 17% compared to 2021. Operating free cash flow surpassed €10 billion.

Europe, the United States and Japan rose sharply, benefiting from strong demand from local customers and the recovery of international travel. Asia was stable over the year due to developments in the health situation in China.

Highlights of 2022 include:

  • A record year despite the geopolitical and economic situation,
  • Significant revenue growth for all business groups and market share gains worldwide,
  • Strong growth in business in Europe, Japan and the United States,
  • Good growth in Champagne and Cognac, based on a value creation strategy,
  • A remarkable performance by the Fashion & Leather Goods business group, notably Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture, Celine, Fendi, Loro Piana, Loewe and Marc Jacobs, which are gaining market share globally and reaching record levels of revenue and earnings,
  • Louis Vuitton revenue surpassed 20 billion euros, for the first time,
  • Strong growth in perfumes. The continued global success of Dior's Sauvage, once again world leader in 2022,
  • Sustained creative momentum for all our Watches & Jewelry Maisons, in particular Tiffany, Bulgari and TAG Heuer,
  • A remarkable rebound for Sephora, which confirmed its place as world leader in the distribution of beauty products,
  • Operating investments of nearly €5 billion, mainly dedicated to the expansion of the store network, the development of production facilities and employment,
  • Operating free cash flow of more than €10 billion.

A strong social economic footprint in France and around the world:

  • 39,000 young people recruited worldwide in 2022.
  • In France, the Group recruited more than 15,000 people in 2022, which makes it the leading private recruiter in the country.
  • In 2022, the Group invested nearly 215 million euros in training its employees.
  • In France, one job created directly by the Group generates four for the French economy. That is equivalent to around 160,000 people working indirectly for the Group.
  • More than 500 stores and 110 manufacturing facilities and workshops located across France.
  • The Group opens several manufacturing facilities each year in France, notably for Louis Vuitton.
  • Five billion euros in corporation taxes paid worldwide, almost half of which in France.
  • More than one billion euros invested in France each year.
  • On average over recent years, the total fiscal footprint (corporation tax + VAT + social charges) of the Group in France is more than 4.5 billion euros per year.
  • The salaries of the group's employees are among the most competitive in their sector of activity.
  • Most of our employees in France benefit from profit-sharing, with an overall total for the group of 400 million euros in 2022.
  • A leader in terms of transparency and performance in matters concerning the protection of the climate, forests and water, as recognized by the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), a global not-forprofit environmental organization. LVMH is now one of 12 companies in the world awarded a triple A rating, out of more than 15,000 rated companies.

Key figures

Euro Millions 2021 2022 Change
2022/2021
Revenue 64 215 79 184 + 23 %
Profit from recurring operations 17 139 21 050 +
23 %
Group share of net profit 4 946 5
797
+ 17 %
Operating
free cash flow
13 518 10 110 -
25%
Net financial debt 9 521 8 867 -
7
%
Total
equity
46 367 54 314 + 17
%

Revenue by business group:

Euro Millions 2021 2022 Change
2022/2021
Reported Organic*
Wines & Spirits 5 974 7 099 + 19
%
+ 11
%
Fashion & Leather Goods 30 896 38 648 + 25
%
+ 20
%
Perfumes & Cosmetics 6
608
7 722 + 17
%
+ 10
%
Watches & Jewelry 8 964 10 581 +
18
%
+
12
%
Selective Retailing 11 754 14 852 + 26
%
+ 17
%
Other activities and
eliminations
19 282 - -
Total 64 215 79 184 + 23
%
+ 17
%

* with comparable structure and constant exchange rates. The structural impact for the Group was zero and the currency effect was +6 %.

Profit from recurring operations by business group:
Euro Millions 2021 2022 Change
2022/2021
Wines & Spirits 1 863 2 155 + 16 %
Fashion & Leather Goods 12 842 15 709 + 22 %
Perfumes & Cosmetics 684 660 -
3
%
Watches
& Jewelry
1
679
2 017 + 20%
Selective Retailing 534 788 + 48 %
Other activities and
eliminations
(463) (279) -
Total 17 139 21 050 + 23 %

Wines & Spirits: record level of revenue and earnings

The Wines & Spirits business group recorded revenue growth of 19% in 2022 (11% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 16%. Champagne volumes were up 6%, driven by sustained demand leading to growing pressure on supplies. Momentum was particularly strong in Europe, Japan and in emerging markets, particularly in "high energy" channels and gastronomy. Hennessy cognac benefited from its value creation strategy. The dynamic policy of price increases offset the effects of the health situation in China, while the United States was affected at the start of the year by logistical disruptions. Still wines, in particular the Château d'Esclans rosé, achieved an excellent performance. Moët Hennessy strengthened its global portfolio of exceptional wines with the acquisition of the Joseph Phelps vineyard, one of the most renowned wine properties in Napa Valley, California.

Fashion & Leather Goods: exceptional performances by Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior Couture, Celine, Fendi, Loro Piana, Loewe and Marc Jacobs

The Fashion & Leather Goods business group recorded revenue growth of 25% in 2022 (20% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 22%. Louis Vuitton had an excellent year, again driven by its exceptional creativity, the quality of its products and its strong ties with art and culture. The women's ready-to-wear fashion shows created by Nicolas Ghesquière were extremely wellreceived. Many new products were unveiled in leather goods, jewelry and watches. Meanwhile, the new "LV Dream" exhibition in Paris pays tribute to 160 years of creative exchanges that fuel Louis Vuitton's spirit of innovation, and a new collaboration with Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama was unveiled, revisiting iconic creations of the Maison. Christian Dior Couture continued its remarkable growth trajectory across all its product lines. After three years of renovations, the Maison's historic store at 30 avenue Montaigne, which reopened in Paris in early 2022, enjoyed huge success, offering a new experience of the highest refinement. Its fashion shows continued to offer exceptional moments, whether in Seville, Spain, for the women's collections of Maria Grazia Chiuri, or in Egypt at the foot of the Giza pyramids for the men's show imagined by Kim Jones. Celine experienced very strong growth thanks to the success of Hedi Slimane's creations and his extremely modern and precise vision, as did Loewe, driven by the strong creativity of J.W. Anderson. Fendi celebrated the 25th anniversary of its iconic Baguette bag in New York. Loro Piana, Rimowa and Marc Jacobs also had an excellent year.

Perfumes & Cosmetics: strong momentum in perfume and continued selective distribution

The Perfumes & Cosmetics business group recorded revenue growth of 17% in 2022 (10% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was slightly down as a result of a very selective policy of distribution to assert itself in the prestige universe. Christian Dior enjoyed a remarkable performance, strengthening its lead. Sauvage confirmed its position as the world's leading perfume, while the iconic women's fragrances Miss Dior and J'adore, enriched with its latest creation Parfum d'Eau, continued to grow. Dior Addict in make-up and Prestige in skincare also contributed to the rapid growth of the Maison. Guerlain sustained its growth, driven notably by the vitality of its Abeille Royale skincare, its Aqua Allegoria collection and its exceptional perfumes L'Art et la Matière. Parfums Givenchy benefited from the continued success of its fragrances. Fenty Beauty doubled its revenue thanks to the expansion of its distribution network and the success of its launches.

Watches & Jewelry: rapid growth in jewelry and watches

The Watches & Jewelry business group recorded revenue growth of 18% in 2022 (12% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 20%. Tiffany & Co. had a record year, driven by its increasing desirability. While its High Jewelry revenue doubled, the new Lock bracelet collection, rolled out in North America, enjoyed great success alongside other iconic lines. The "Vision & Virtuosity" exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London showcased 185 years of creativity and know-how of the Maison over the summer. Bvlgari confirmed its strong momentum, particularly in Europe, Japan and the United States. The iconic Serpenti line and the High Jewelry and High Watchmaking collections were the main growth drivers. The Octo Finissimo Ultra watch broke a new record of thinness. Chaumet had a good year and celebrated nature with its "Végétal" exhibition in Paris. Fred showed strong growth and launched its first retrospective exhibition at the Palais de Tokyo in Paris. In the watchmaking sector, TAG Heuer unveiled, among other innovations, the Carrera Plasma, an avant-garde fusion of watchmaking and lab grown diamonds. As official timekeeper, Hublot enjoyed strong visibility during the 2022 Football World Cup. Zenith continued to expand its in-store and online distribution.

Selective Retailing: excellent performance by Sephora; DFS impacted by the health situation in China

Selective Retailing revenue was up 26% in 2022 (17% on an organic basis). Profit from recurring operations was up 48%. With a strong rebound in activity in its stores, Sephora enjoyed a record performance in both revenue and earnings. Momentum was particularly strong in North America, Europe, the Middle East and in most Southeast Asian countries. Further investments were made into Sephora's omnichannel strategy in order to continuously improve its customers' purchasing experience both online and in-store. The network continued to expand notably due to the partnership with Kohl's in the United States. Sephora's Russian business was divested. DFS was still affected by the health situation in China. The flagship destinations of Hong Kong and Macau particularly suffered as a result of the suspension of domestic travel and the complete absence of tourists but just reopened in January. Le Bon Marché, which is growing strongly, continued to develop innovative concepts and benefit from the return of loyal French customers and international travellers.

Confidence in 2023

With the month of January having started well and despite an uncertain geopolitical and economic environment, Christian Dior is confident in its ability to continue the growth observed in 2022. The Group will pursue its brand development focused strategy, underpinned by continued innovation and investment as well as a constant quest for desirability and quality in its products and their distribution.

Driven by the agility of its teams, their entrepreneurial spirit and its well diversified presence across businesses and geographic areas in which its customers are located, Christian Dior enters 2023 with confidence and once again, sets an objective of reinforcing its global leadership position in luxury goods.

Dividend 2022

At the General Meeting of April 20, 2023, Christian Dior will propose a dividend of 12 euros per share. An interim dividend of 5 euros per share was paid on December 5 of last year. The balance of 7 euros will be paid on April 27, 2023.

The Board of Directors met on January 26th to approve the financial statements for 2022. Audit procedures have been carried out and the audit report is being issued. This financial release is available on our website www.dior-finance.com

APPENDIX

Financial statements for 2022 are included in the PDF version of the press release.

Revenue by business group and by quarter

2022 Revenue (Euro millions)

Year 2022 Wines &
Spirits
Fashion &
Leather
Goods
Perfumes &
Cosmetics
Watches &
Jewelry
Selective
retailing
Other activities
and eliminations
Total
First quarter 1 638 9 123 1 905 2 338 3 040 (41) 18 003
Second quarter 1 689 9 013 1 714 2 570 3 591 149 18 726
First half 3 327 18 136 3 618 4 909 6 630 109 36 729
Third quarter 1 899 9 687 1 959 2 666 3 465 79 19 755
First nine months 5 226 27 823 5 577 7 575 10 095 189 56 485
Fourth quarter 1 873 10 825 2 145 3 006 4 757 93 22 699
Total 2022 7 099 38 648 7 722 10 581 14 852 282 79 184

2022 Revenue (Organic change verses same period of 2021)

Year 2022 Wines &
Spirits
Fashion &
Leather
Goods
Perfumes &
Cosmetics
Watches &
Jewelry
Selective
retailing
Other activities
and eliminations
Total
First quarter + 2 % + 30 % + 17 % + 19 % + 24 % - + 23 %
Second quarter + 30% + 19 % + 8 % + 13 % + 20 % - + 19 %
First half + 14 % + 24 % + 13 % + 16 % + 22 % - + 21 %
Third quarter + 14 % + 22 % + 10 % + 16 % + 15 % - + 19 %
First nine months + 14 % + 24 % + 12 % + 16 % + 20 % - + 20 %
Fourth quarter + 4 % + 10 % + 5 % + 3 % + 12 % - + 9 %
Total 2022 + 11 % + 20 % + 10 % + 12 % + 17 % - + 17 %

2021 Revenue (Euro millions)

Year 2021 Wines &
Spirits
Fashion &
Leather
Goods
Perfumes &
Cosmetics
Watches &
Jewelry
Selective
retailing
Other activities
and eliminations
Total
First quarter 1 510 6 738 1 550 1 883 2 337 (59) 13 959
Second quarter 1 195 7 125 1 475 2 140 2 748 23 14 706
First half 2 705 13 863 3 025 4 023 5 085 (36) 28 665
Third quarter 1 546 7 452 1 642 2 137 2 710 25 15 512
First nine months 4 251 21 315 4 668 6 160 7 795 (12) 44 177
Fourth quarter 1 723 9 581 1 941 2 804 3 959 30 20 038
Total 2021 5 974 30 896 6 608 8 964 11 754 19 64 215

Alternative performance measures

For the purposes of its financial communication, in addition to the accounting aggregates defined by the IAS/IFRS standards, Christian Dior uses alternative performance measures established in accordance with AMF's position DOC-2015-12.

The table below lists these measures and the reference to their definition and their reconciliation with the aggregates defined by the IAS/IFRS in the published documents.

Measures Reference to published documents
Operating free cash flow AR (condensed consolidated financial statements, consolidated cash flow statement)
Net financial debt AR (Notes 1.23 and 19 of the appendix to the consolidated financial statements)
Gearing AR (Part 7, Comments on the Consolidated Balance Sheet)
Organic growth AR (Part 1, Comments on the Consolidated Income Statement)
AR: Annual Report as at December 31, 2022

This document is a free translation into English of the original French financial release dated January 26th, 2023. It is not a binding document.

In the event of a conflict in interpretation, reference should be made to the French version, which is the authentic text.

1. Consolidated income statement

(EUR millions, except for earnings per share) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
Revenue 79,184 64,215
Cost of sales (24,988) (20,355) (15,871)
Gross margin 54,196 43,860 28,780
Marketing and selling expenses (28,150) (22,306)
General and administrative expenses (5,033) (4,427) 44,651
(16,790)
(3,648)
(42)
8,300
(333)
7,967
(38)
(281)
(292)
(611)
(2,385)
4,970
3,037
1,933
Income/(loss) from joint ventures and associates 37 13
Profit from recurring operations 21,050 17,139
Other operating income and expenses (54) 4
Operating profit 20,996 17,143
Cost of net financial debt (15)
40
Interest on lease liabilities (254) (242)
Other financial income and expenses (632) 254
Net financial income/(expense) (901) 52
Income taxes (5,393) (4,531)
Net profit before minority interests 14,702 12,664
Minority interests 8,905 7,718
Net profit, Group share 5,797 4,946
Basic Group share of net earnings per share (EUR) 32.13 27.41 10.72
Number of shares on which the calculation is based 180,410,580 180,410,580 180,410,580
Diluted Group share of net earnings per share (EUR) 32.11 27.40 10.70
Number of shares on which the calculation is based 180,410,580 180,410,580 180,410,580

2. Consolidated statement of comprehensive gains and losses

(EUR millions) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
Net profit before minority interests 14,702 12,664 4,970
Translation adjustments 1,311 2,178 (1,645)
Amounts transferred to income statement (32) (4) (11)
Tax impact (4) 17 (10)
1,275 2,191 (1,666)
Change in value of hedges of future foreign currency cash flows(a) 28 281 73
Amounts transferred to income statement 290 (303) (123)
Tax impact (73) 127 (112)
245 105 (162)
Change in value of the ineffective portion of hedging instruments (309) (375) (209)
Amounts transferred to income statement 340 237 232
Tax impact (11) 33 (9)
21 (105) 14
Gains and losses recognized in equity, transferable to income statement 1,542 2,191 (1,814)
Change in value of vineyard land (72) 52 (3)
Amounts transferred to consolidated reserves - - -
Tax impact 18 (12) 3
(53) 40 -
Employee benefit obligations: change in value resulting from actuarial gains and losses 301 251 (20)
Tax impact (77) (58) 6
223 193 (14)
Gains and losses recognized in equity, not transferable to income statement 170 233 (14)
Gains and losses recognized in equity 1,712 2,423 (1,829)
Comprehensive income 16,414 15,087 3,141
Minority interests 9,941 9,180 1,926
Comprehensive income, Group share 6,473 5,907 1,215

(a) In 2021, this amount includes 477 million euros relating to foreign exchange hedges implemented in anticipation of the acquisition of Tiffany shares and included in the value of the investment.

3. Consolidated balance sheet

Assets

(EUR millions) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
Brands and other intangible assets 24,565 23,684 16,143
Goodwill 23,250 24,371 14,508
Property, plant and equipment 22,414 19,543 17,575
Right-of-use assets 14,609 13,699 12,515
Investments in joint ventures and associates 1,066 1,084 990
Non-current available for sale financial assets 1,109 1,363 739
Other non-current assets 1,187 1,054 845
Deferred tax 3,661 3,156 2,325
Non-current assets 91,861 87,954 65,640
Inventories and work in progress 20,319 16,549 13,016
Trade accounts receivable 4,258 3,787 2,756
Income taxes 375 338 401
Other current assets 7,550 5,606 3,846
Cash and cash equivalents 7,588 8,122 20,358
Current assets 40,090 34,402 40,377
Total assets 131,951 122,356 106,017

Liabilities and equity

(EUR millions) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
Equity, Group share 19,038 15,372 11,270
Minority interests 35,276 30,995 24,974
Equity 54,314 46,367 36,244
Long-term borrowings 10,380 12,165 14,065
Non-current lease liabilities 12,776 11,887 10,665
Non-current provisions and other liabilities 3,866 3,945 3,288
Deferred tax 6,553 6,302 5,079
Purchase commitments for minority interests' shares 12,489 13,677 10,991
Non-current liabilities 46,064 47,976 44,088
Short-term borrowings 9,375 8,091 11,005
Current lease liabilities 2,632 2,387 2,163
Trade accounts payable 8,788 7,086 5,098
Income taxes 1,224 1,275 721
Current provisions and other liabilities 9,554 9,174 6,698
Current liabilities 31,573 28,013 25,685
Total liabilities and equity 131,951 122,356 106,017

4. Consolidated statement of changes in equity

(EUR millions) Number
of shares
Share
capital
Share
premium
Christian
Dior
Cumulative
translation
Revaluation reserves Net
profit
Total equity
account
treasury
adjustment
Available
Hedges
Vineyard
shares
for sale
of future
land
financial
foreign
assets
currency
cash flows
and cost
of hedging
Employee
benefit
commitments
and
other
reserves
Group
share
Minority
interests
Total
As of Dec. 31, 2019 180,507,516 361 194 (17) 362 - (43) 471 (81) 9,632 10,880 24,837 35,717
Gains and losses
recognized in equity
(640) - (73) - (5) - (718) (1,111) (1,829)
Net profit 1,933 1,933 3,037 4,970
Comprehensive income
Expenses related to bonus
shares and similar plans
- - - (640) - (73) - (5) 1,933
26
1,215
26
1,926
36
3,141
62
(Acquisition)/disposal of
Christian Dior treasury shares
- - - -
Capital increase in
subsidiaries
- - 54 54
Interim and final
dividends paid
(830) (830) (1,733) (2,563)
Changes in control
of consolidated entities
(13) (13) (10) (23)
Acquisition and disposal
of minority interests' shares
- - - - - (88) (88) (29) (117)
Purchase commitments
for minority interests' shares
80 80 (107) (27)
As of Dec. 31, 2020 180,507,516 361 194 (17) (278) - (116) 471 (86) 10,740 11,270 24,974 36,244
Gains and losses
recognized in equity 857 - 18 12 74 - 961 1,462 2,423
Net profit 4,946 4,946 7,718 12,664
Comprehensive income
Expenses related to bonus
- - - 857 - 18 12 74 4,946 5,907 9,180 15,087
shares and similar plans
(Acquisition)/disposal of
52 52 80 132
Christian Dior treasury shares
Capital increase in
- - - -
subsidiaries
Interim and final
- - 12 12
dividends paid
Changes in control
(1,263) (1,263) (2,498) (3,761)
of consolidated entities (18) (18) 373 355
Acquisition and disposal
of minority interests' shares
- - - 1 - (568) (567) (947) (1,514)
Purchase commitments
for minority interests' shares
(9) (9) (179) (188)
As of Dec. 31, 2021 180,507,516 361 194 (17) 579 - (98) 484 (12) 13,880 15,372 30,995 46,367
Gains and losses
recognized in equity 506 - 103 (18) 85 - 676 1,036 1,712
Net profit 5,797 5,797 8,905 14,702
Comprehensive income
Expenses related to bonus
- - - 506 - 103 (18) 85 5,797 6,473 9,941 16,414
shares and similar plans
(Acquisition)/disposal of
53 53 79 132
Christian Dior treasury shares
Capital increase in
- - - -
subsidiaries
Interim and final
- - 28 28
dividends paid
Changes in control
(2,165) (2,165) (3,905) (6,070)
of consolidated entities
Acquisition and disposal
3 3 10 13
of minority interests' shares
Purchase commitments
2 - (1) 2 2 (536) (531) (1,068) (1,599)
for minority interests' shares
As of Dec. 31, 2022
180,507,516 361 194 (17) 1,087 - 4 468 75 (166)
16,866
(166)
19,038
(804) (970)
35,276 54,314

5. Consolidated cash flow statement

(EUR millions) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
I.
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Operating profit 20,996 17,143 7,967
(Income)/loss and dividends received from joint ventures and associates 26 41 64
Net increase in depreciation, amortization and provisions 3,219 3,136 3,478
Depreciation of right-of-use assets 3,007 2,691 2,572
Other adjustments and computed expenses (483) (400) (91)
Cash from operations before changes in working capital 26,765 22,611 13,990
Cost of net financial debt: interest paid (73) 68 (62)
Lease liabilities: interest paid (240) (231) (290)
Tax paid (5,603) (4,239) (2,397)
Change in working capital (3,019) 426 (369)
Net cash from operating activities 17,830 18,636 10,873
II. INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Operating investments (4,969) (2,664) (2,478)
Purchase and proceeds from sale of consolidated investments (809) (13,226) (536)
Dividends received 7 10 12
Tax paid related to non-current available for sale financial
assets and consolidated investments - - -
Purchase and proceeds from sale of non-current available for sale financial assets (149) (99) 63
Net cash from/(used in) investing activities (5,920) (15,979) (2,939)
III. FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Interim and final dividends paid (6,465) (3,967) (2,685)
Purchase and proceeds from sale of minority interests (2,010) (1,117) (163)
Other equity-related transactions 12 4 39
Proceeds from borrowings 3,774 251 17,499
Repayment of borrowings (3,891) (6,763) (5,024)
Repayment of lease liabilities (2,751) (2,453) (2,302)
Purchase and proceeds from sale of current available for sale financial assets (1,165) (1,393) 69
Net cash from/(used in) financing activities (12,495) (15,438) 7,433
IV. EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE CHANGES 55 498 (1,052)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (I+II+III+IV) (530) (12,283) 14,315
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 7,918 20,201 5,886
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 7,388 7,918 20,201
Total tax paid (5,959) (4,465) (2,527)

Alternative performance measure

The following table presents the reconciliation between "Net cash from operating activities" and "Operating free cash flow" for the fiscal years presented:

(EUR millions) Dec. 31, 2022 Dec. 31, 2021 Dec. 31, 2020
Net cash from operating activities 17,830 18,636 10,873
Operating investments (4,969) (2,664) (2,478)
Repayment of lease liabilities (2,751) (2,453) (2,302)
Operating free cash flow(a) 10,110 13,518 6,093

(a) Under IFRS 16, fixed lease payments are treated partly as interest payments and partly as principal repayments. For its own operational management purposes, the Group treats all lease payments as components of its "Operating free cash flow", whether the lease payments made are fixed or variable. In addition, for its own operational management purposes, the Group treats operating investments as components of its "Operating free cash flow".

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