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ABG Sundal Collier

Quarterly Report Feb 8, 2023

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Q4 revenues of NOK 508m (NOK 803m) 2022 FY revenues of NOK 1,704m (NOK 2,911m) 2022 diluted EPS of NOK 0.50 Proposed cash dividend of NOK 0.50 per share Solid and diversified pipeline for 2023

2022 Q4 INTERIM REPORT

CEO comments | Solid achievement

After close to two years with various COVID measures and macroeconomic stimuli, 2022 represented everything but a return to normality. The Ukraine war, energy shortages, massive inflation and increased interest rates resulted in volatile and unpredictable markets with a significant drop in investors' appetite for risk.

Although 2022 revenues were well below the levels of the outstanding 2021, full-year revenues of NOK 1.7bn is still a solid achievement in light of market sentiment. As the year progressed and capital markets became less accessible, it became increasingly important to provide quality advice in relation to corporate M&A as well as research and flow matching services for investors trading in the secondary market for equities and bonds.

During the fourth quarter, equity markets improved slightly, supporting some equity capital raising activity and M&A processes. The market for high yield debt issuance was open for limited periods during the quarter.

We continuously monitor our cost base to ensure a lean and efficient operation. Furthermore, when markets are challenging, it is instrumental to improve the relative market position. Therefore, I would particularly like to highlight our increased market share in the Nordics in the high yield DCM segment in combination with our longstanding leading position in Norwegian M&A. The positions are further evidenced by the #1 and #2 rankings within the Prospera Corporate Finance client surveys in Norway and Sweden, respectively. Also, the corresponding equity research and brokerage surveys confirmed our top-ranked positions.

Our 2023 pipeline remains solid and with a better balance between corporate financing and advisory mandates than at the same time last year.

We aim to continue to improve our relative position within our current core offering, but we are also looking forward to initiating the work of expanding our franchise in the fields of private banking and a specialised alternative investment offering with a focus on real estate and infrastructure. We have great ambitions for these new business areas, which will enable us to leverage on our existing operations and further broaden and diversify our revenue mix.

JonasStröm, CEO

Key financial figures | Total revenues of NOK 1.7bn and diluted EPS of NOK 0.50

Macro and market backdrop | Signs of slowing inflation reduces volatility and has a positive impact on Nordic equity markets

  • Long-term interest rates continue to rise in both the US and Europe as inflation surges
  • The S&P 500 Volatility Index (VIX) fluctuated during the quarter but dropped to 20 by year-end
  • S&P 500 down 2.9% and MSCI Nordic up 2.3% in the quarter

Capital markets and M&A market perspectives | Low capital markets activity in Q4, meanwhile more opportunities in the M&A market

Nordic M&A transactions (#) Nordic primary ECM volumes (NOKbn 3) ) 1) Nordic primary DCM volumes (NOKbn) 2)

Source: Refinitiv, Stamdata, Mergermarket

1) Issuers listed on Nordic stock exchanges

2) Corporate high y ield, Nordic issuers

3) Nordic targets, announced transactions with financial advisors

Corporate Financing | Decent quarter in a challenging environment with several transactions closed both in Norway and Sweden

M&A and Advisory | Solid M&A quarter with several completed M&A transactions

KKR and Oslo
Pensjonsforsikring's
acquisition of
30% of Telenor Fiber
NOK 10.8bn TMT
TGS's voluntary offer to acquire all
shares in Magseis
NOK 2.3bn Oil Service
Chess.com's
voluntary offer to
acquire all shares in Play Magnus
NOK 0.8bn TMT
Visma's voluntary offer to acquire
all shares in House of Control
NOK 0.7bn TMT
Sale of Constructa
to Veidekke
NOK 365m Real Estate
Sale of 50% of Revac
to Rune
Isachsen
Holding
Undisclosed Industrials
Sale of BeGreen
to Equinor
Undisclosed Renewables
REMA 1000's acquisition of ALDI
Denmark
Undisclosed Consumer

▪ 8 project finance M&A and syndication deals closed in Q4 with contribution both from Vika Project Finance (Norway) and ABG Fastena (Sweden)

Brokerage and Research | Top ranked brokerage and research franchise contributes to strong quarter in line with last year

Brokerage and Research revenues (NOKm)

  • Strong secondary revenues during the quarter in a market still characterised by continued macro uncertainty
  • Investor appetite for primary transactions varied greatly with a burst of activity in November in an otherwise quiet quarter
  • Our research department now covers 412 companies, more than any other investment bank in the Nordics
  • In the latest Prospera surveys for Norway and Sweden, ABGSC had top 3 positions in 27 sectors, including #1 positions in important sectors such as Bank & Financial Services in Sweden, Shipping, Seafood and Macro & Strategy in Norway

Operating costs | Total costs down due to dynamic cost model, while non-compensation increases in accordance with long-term growth strategy and cost inflation

▪ Lower compensation costs reflecting our revenue and profitability driven compensation model

  • Headcount has increased by approx. 7% for the full year as we have strengthened our team with junior hires and selective senior additions
  • Non-compensation up due to increased headcount, normalising travel and interaction activity, in addition to general cost inflation and higher infrastructure costs

Cost ratios | Stable non-compensation costs in spite of underlying inflation. Competitive total remuneration at ratios in line with Nordic and international peers

  • Competitive and performance-based remuneration model to secure key talent
  • Continuous reviews of non-compensation costs to ensure a lean cost base and to fight general underlying cost inflation
  • Total cost base monitored in light of development in market activity and revenue levels

  • Solid achievement in light of the market sentiment

  • Market share within the high yield DCM segment improved further in 2022, just as our longstanding leading position within Norwegian M&A
  • Slow capital markets resulted in an increased focus on providing quality advice in relation to M&A transactions, as well as research and flow matching services targeting investors trading in the secondary markets
  • Our 2023 corporate pipeline is solid, with a well-balanced product and geographical mix
  • ABGSC is looking forward to expanding our franchise and further broadening and diversifying our revenue mix through two new business areas: private banking and alternative investments

Financial statements and supplementary information

Consolidated income and cash flow statements

Condensed consolidated income statement (unaudited) Other comprehensive income

NOKm Q4 2022 Q4 2021 YTD 2022 YTD 2021 2020
Corporate Financing 124.0 426.6 519.0 1,712.8 1,044.6
M&A and Advisory 231.9 225.5 618.2 594.7 380.9
Brokerage and Research 152.0 150.6 567.1 603.5 500.6
Total revenues 507.8 802.6 1,704.3 2,911.0 1,926.0
Personnel costs -282.0 -434.4 -943.0 -1,563.3 -994.1
Other operating costs -78.7 -72.3 -279.6 -248.9 -241.8
Depreciation -22.5 -19.9 -85.4 -63.0 -54.9
Total operating costs -383.2 -526.6 -1,308.0 -1,875.2 -1,290.8
Operating profit 124.6 276.0 396.3 1,035.8 635.3
Net interest 7.2 -0.3 -12.1 -6.0 -6.6
Associates -1.2 0.7 -6.3 -3.9 -9.9
Other -2.0 -0.2 -2.1 -0.8 2.7
Net financial result 4.0 0.1 -20.5 -10.7 -13.8
Profit before tax 128.6 276.2 375.8 1,025.1 621.4
Taxes -31.0 -67.2 -93.8 -248.0 -157.9
Net profit 97.6 208.9 282.0 777.1 463.6
Profit / loss to non-controlling interests 4.9 7.5 11.8 17.2 51.8
Profit / loss to owners of the parent 92.7 201.4 270.3 759.9 411.8
NOKm Q4 2022 Q4 2021 YTD 2022 YTD 2021 2020
Net profit 97.6 208.9 282.0 777.1 463.6
Items that may be reclassified to profit or loss
Exchange differences on translating foreign operations -32.7 -14.1 15.9 -15.9 6.6
Hedging of investment in foreign operations 33.2 16.5 -17.2 19.0 -6.8
Income tax relating to items that may be reclassified -8.3 -4.1 4.3 -4.7 1.7
Total other comprehensive income -7.7 -1.8 2.9 -1.6 1.5
Total comprehensive income for the period 89.9 207.1 284.9 775.5 465.0
Comprehensive income to non-controlling interests 4.9 7.5 11.8 17.2 51.8
Comprehensive income to owners of the parent 85.0 199.7 273.2 758.2 413.2
Condensed cash flow statement
NOKm Q4 2022 Q4 2021 YTD 2022 YTD 2021 2020
Cash and cash equivalents - opening balance 921.7 1,249.7 1,388.5 1,251.3 570.6
Net cash flow from operating activities -88.5 203.7 -53.4 746.2 1,033.4
Net cash flow from investing activities -8.4 -27.6 -18.9 -39.5 -76.6
Net cash flow from financing activities 7.1 -37.3 -484.3 -569.5 -276.0
Net change in cash and cash equivalents -89.8 138.8 -556.5 137.2 680.7
Cash and cash equivalents - closing balance 832.0 1,388.5 832.0 1,388.5 1,251.3

Consolidated balance sheet

Consolidated balance sheet (unaudited)

NOKm 31/12/2022 31/12/2021 31/12/2020
Intangible assets 178.6 179.5 164.6
Financial non-current assets 70.5 79.1 77.4
Tangible assets 531.3 553.9 289.0
Total non-current assets 780.3 812.5 530.9
Receivables 2,241.7 1,392.3 1,622.8
Investments 63.1 541.2 65.1
Cash and bank deposits 832.0 1,388.5 1,251.3
Total current assets 3,136.8 3,322.0 2,939.2
Total assets 3,917.1 4,134.4 3,470.1
Paid-in capital 134.3 114.8 113.1
Retained earnings 884.8 1,099.1 780.9
Equity attributable to owners of the parent 1,019.1 1,213.9 893.9
Non controlling interests 7.6 19.8 89.9
Total equity 1,026.7 1,233.6 983.8
Long-term liabilities 480.4 496.6 256.4
Short-term interest bearing liabilities 70.0 0.0 0.0
Short-term liabilities 2,340.0 2,404.2 2,229.9
Total liabilities 2,890.4 2,900.8 2,486.3
Total equity and liabilities 3,917.1 4,134.4 3,470.1

Condensed statement of changes in equity

NOKm Q4 2022 Q4 2021 YTD 2022 YTD 2021 2020
Equity attributable to owners of the parent - opening balance 933.5 1,039.0 1,213.9 893.9 691.1
Comprehensive income to owners of the parent 85.0 199.7 273.2 758.2 413.2
Payment to shareholders 0.0 -1.8 -470.7 -473.3 -183.6
New issuing of shares 0.0 0.0 16.3 0.0 0.0
Change in own shares 0.6 -23.0 -13.5 35.0 -26.8
Equity attributable to owners of the parent - closing balance 1,019.1 1,213.9 1,019.1 1,213.9 893.9
Equity attributable to non-controlling interests - opening balance 2.7 12.3 19.8 89.9 62.2
Comprehensive income to non-controlling interests 4.9 7.5 11.8 17.2 51.8
Payment to shareholders 0.0 0.0 -23.9 -87.4 -24.1
Business combinations 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
Equity attributable to non-controlling interests - closing balance 7.6 19.8 7.6 19.8 89.9
Total equity - closing balance 1,026.7 1,233.6 1,026.7 1,233.6 983.8

Notes to the financial statements

1) Accounting principles

The quarterly report is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) published by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and all interpretations from the Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC), which have been endorsed by the European Commission for adoption within the EU. The quarterly report is prepared using the same principles as those used for the 2021 annual report. The quarterly report is unaudited.

2) Judgments, estimates and assumptions

The preparation of condensed consolidated interim financial statements in accordance with IFRS and the application of the chosen accounting policies require management to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. The estimates and associated assumptions are based on historical experience and various other factors that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results may differ from these estimates. The estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on a continuous basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods. When preparing these condensed consolidated interim financial statements, the significant judgments made by management in applying the Group's accounting policies and the key sources of estimate uncertainty were the same as t hose that applied to the consolidated financial statements as of the period ending 31 December 2021.

3) Risk and uncertainty

As described in ABGSC's annual report, ABGSC's total risk exposure is analysed and evaluated at the group level. Risk evaluat ions are integrated in all business activities both at the group and business unit levels, increasing ABGSC's ability to take advantage of business opportunities. There has not been any significant change in the risk exposure or the risks and uncertainties described in the annual report.

4) Related parties

There have not been any changes or transactions with any related parties that significantly impact the Group's financial position or results for the period.

5) Segment information

The group segments its business primarily on a product level as this provides the best understanding of the Group's integrated operation. The Group does not allocate profits or split the balance sheet per product. Revenues are also split at an overall geographical level. Segment information is presented on other pages of this report, including on the historical quarterly summary pages.

Shareholder matters | Share count and shareholder structure

Share count
Figures
in
thousands
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Shares
(period
end)
outstanding
470
747
,
470
747
,
483
343
,
483
343
,
483
343
,
- Treasury
shares
(period
end)
19
371
,
11
738
,
069
7
,
6
419
,
669
5
,
+ Forward
outstanding
(period
end)
contracts
101
511
,
101
004
,
81
306
,
80
726
,
81
776
,
Diluted
shares
(period
end)
552
887
,
560
013
,
557
580
,
557
650
,
559
450
,
Shares
outstanding
(average)
470
747
,
470
747
,
474
900
,
483
343
,
483
343
,
(average)
- Treasury
shares
19
973
,
16
874
,
8
405
,
6
904
,
6
142
,
(average)
+ Forward
outstanding
contracts
102
280
,
101
221
,
91
908
,
81
142
,
80
801
,
(average)
Diluted
shares
553
054
,
555
094
,
558
402
,
557
581
,
558
002
,

Share transactions

During the quarter, ABGSC sold 1.8m shares on forward contracts to new partners. ABGSC also sold 750k treasury shares to partners as settlement of forward contracts previously entered into.

Shareholder structure

Shares
Directors
staff
held
by
and
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Shares
Staff
/
Shares
held
by
Directors
and
outstanding
22% 24% 25% 25% 25%
Shares
Staff
/
and
fwd
held
by
Directors
and
Diluted
shares
contracts
37% 38% 37% 36% 36%
Shareholders
by
(shares
outstanding)
country
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Norway 67% 69% 71% 70% 69%
Great
Britain
4% 3% 3% 4% 5%
USA 11% 9% 9% 9% 9%
Sweden 9% 8% 7% 7% 6%
Other 9% 10% 10% 10% 10%

Shareholder information

For more information about the ABGSC share and its largest shareholders, please visit the Investor Relations section on the ABGSC website (www.abgsc.com).

Shareholder matters | ABGSC sold a total of 1.8m shares to new partners in Q4

Share offering and share buy-back volumes (m) Forward contract overview

The Board currently has a mandate from the shareholders to acquire a number of ABGSC shares corresponding to approximately 10% of the share capital. The one-year mandate is valid until the end of June 2023.

Expiry
year
Forward
(1
000)
contracts
,
Forward
price
average
2023 9
440
,
2
55
2024 30
322
,
1
22
2025 15
870
,
0
44
2026 12
934
,
6
25
2027 11
410
,
6
88
2028 1
800
,
6
11
Total 81
776
,

As part of the partner share incentive programme, several partners in the firm have entered into forward contracts for the future delivery of shares. Under the programme, new and certain existing partners are given the opportunity to acquire restricted partner shares at market price, with a 15% price adjustment reflecting several restrictions with regards to the selling (or purchasing) of these shares.

The forward settlement price is adjusted for changes in interest rates and any cash distribution paid to shareholders. The interest element in the forward contract will also be adjusted in cases where the contract is settled prior to the original expiry date.

Shareholder matters | Distribution to shareholders

▪ The Board is committed to returning excess capital to shareholders through cash and buy-backs of shares over time. Excess capital will be evaluated on a continuous basis, taking into consideration a number of factors, including market conditions, regulatory requirements, counterparty and market perceptions and the nature of our business.

Capital and balance sheet summary | Highly liquid asset base and solid capitalisation with satisfactory buffers to regulatory requirement

▪ ABGSC is well capitalised with a core capital ratio of 1.7x the current regulatory minimum requirement and 2.7x the expected future requirement

  • Liquid balance sheet with limited proprietary trading activity and a modest and conservative security financing operation
  • Net working capital shall be close to neutral over time, but may be subject to short-term fluctuations1)
  • Cash & Bank includes collateral cash deposits (stock borrowing, clearing, etc.)

Historical figures | Key financials in last nine quarters

Income statement
NOKm Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Revenues 893 738 809 561 803 487 406 303 508
Operating
costs
-509 -464 -499 -386 -527 -355 -301 -269 -383
Operating
profit
384 274 310 175 276 132 106 34 125
financial
Net
result
-7 -4 -2 -4 0 -11 -6 -7 4
Profit
before
tax
377 270 308 171 276 121 99 27 129
Taxes -95 -63 -74 -44 -67 -30 -23 -9 -31
Non-controlling
interests
-38 1 -9 -2 -7 0 -5 -2 -5
Net
profit
243 208 225 126 201 91 71 16 93
Balance sheet
NOKm Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Total
non-current assets
531 493 494 484 812 782 771 752 780
Receivables 1,623 5,828 6,278 5,245 1,392 2,784 4,775 4,931 2,242
Investments 65 37 52 74 541 66 98 95 63
Cash
and
bank
deposits
1,251 940 1,195 1,250 1,388 1,745 1,213 922 832
Total
current assets
2,939 6,805 7,526 6,569 3,322 4,596 6,087 5,948 3,137
Total
assets
3,470 7,298 8,019 7,053 4,134 5,378 6,858 6,700 3,917
Equity
attributable
to owners of
the
parent
894 1,084 913 1,039 1,214 1,284 912 933 1,019
Non-controlling
interests
90 88 10 12 20 20 1 3 8
Total
equity
984 1,173 923 1,051 1,234 1,304 913 936 1,027
Long-term
liabilities
256 235 238 234 497 485 478 476 480
Short-term
interest
bearing
liabilities
0 0 0 0 0 198 70 49 70
Short-term
liabilities
2,230 5,890 6,859 5,767 2,404 3,390 5,397 5,238 2,340
Total
liabilities
2,486 6,125 7,097 6,002 2,901 4,074 5,945 5,764 2,890
Total
equity
and
liabilities
3,470 7,298 8,019 7,053 4,134 5,378 6,858 6,700 3,917

Historical figures | Segment revenues in last nine quarters

Segment revenues
NOKm Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Corporate
Financing
579 492 534 260 427 196 137 62 124
M&A
and
Advisory
175 90 137 142 225 143 122 121 232
Brokerage
and
Research
139 156 138 159 151 148 147 120 152
Group 893 738 809 561 803 487 406 303 508
NOKm Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Norway 524 343 375 246 429 238 212 190 266
Sweden 224 287 312 208 285 199 147 74 167
Denmark 37 21 52 55 28 14 18 18 38
International 108 87 70 51 61 36 30 21 37
Group 893 738 809 561 803 487 406 303 508

Historical figures | Key figures in last nine quarters

Key figures
NOK Q4
2020
Q1
2021
Q2
2021
Q3
2021
Q4
2021
Q1
2022
Q2
2022
Q3
2022
Q4
2022
Headcount
(average)
298 301 307 315 323 324 327 336 341
Revenues
head
(average)
per
2
99
2
45
2
63
1
78
2
48
1
50
1
24
0
90
1
49
Operating
head
(average)
costs
per
-1
70
-1
54
-1
62
-1
23
-1
63
-1
10
-0
92
-0
80
-1
12
Operating
/
Revenues
cost
57% 63% 62% 69% 66% 73% 74% 89% 75%
Total
compensation
/
Revenues
48% 54% 52% 55% 54% 55% 53% 60% 56%
Operating
margin
%
43% 37% 38% 31% 34% 27% 26% 11% 25%
(annualised)
Return
Equity
on
56% 84% 90% 51% 74% 29% 26% 7% 25%
Shares
(period
end)
outstanding
470
747
,
470
747
,
470
747
,
470
747
,
470
747
,
470
747
,
483
343
,
483
343
,
483
343
,
(period
end)
Treasury
shares
-26
940
,
-26
870
,
-18
288
,
-18
063
,
-19
371
,
-11
738
,
-7
069
,
-6
419
,
-5
669
,
Forward
outstanding
(period
end)
contracts
94
483
,
104
373
,
102
791
,
102
436
,
101
511
,
101
004
,
81
306
,
80
726
,
81
776
,
Diluted
shares
(period
end)
538
290
,
548
249
,
555
249
,
555
119
,
552
887
,
560
013
,
557
580
,
557
650
,
559
450
,
Earnings
share
(basic)
per
0
55
0
47
0
50
0
28
0
45
0
20
0
15
0
03
0
19
Earnings
share
(diluted)
per
0
45
0
39
0
41
0
23
0
37
0
17
0
13
0
03
0
17
Book
value
share
(basic)
per
2
01
2
44
2
02
2
30
2
69
2
80
1
92
1
96
2
13
Book
value
share
(diluted)
per
2
17
2
62
2
12
2
35
2
68
2
88
2
01
2
05
2
21
Total
capital
adequacy
3
386
,
3
892
,
4
323
,
4
043
,
4
843
,
4
994
,
4
860
,
4
683
,
5
006
,
Core
capital
441 431 503 506 648 625 628 627 671
Total
capital
adequacy
ratio
13% 11% 12% 13% 13% 13% 13% 13% 13%
Minimum
requirement
ratio
coverage
1
6x
1
4x
1
5x
1
6x
1
7x
1
6x
1
6x
1
7x
1
7x

Financial calendar

31 March 2023 2022 annual report release
26 April 2023 Q1 2023 earnings release
26 April 2023 Annual General Meeting
27 April 2023 Ex. dividend date
7 July 2023 Q2 2023 earnings release
13 October 2023 Q3 2023 earnings release
9 February 2024 Q4 2023 earnings release

Company overview

ABGSC enables businesses and capital to grow and perform

25 1) Source: Mergermarket (M&A). Pending and completed transactions with targets from Norway, Sweden or Denmark

2) Source: Refinitiv (ECM): Companies listed in Norway, Sweden or Denmark

3) Source: Stamdata (DCM). Non-Shipping related high yield issuers located in Norway, Sweden or Denmark and with documentation in Norway, Sweden or Denmark

Our vision is to be the most agile and respected Nordic investment bank

Norway

ABG Sundal Collier ASA Pb. 1444 Vika Ruseløkkveien 26 8th floor NO-0251 Oslo

Tel +47 22 01 60 00 Fax +47 22 01 60 60

Sweden

ABG Sundal Collier AB Box 7269 Regeringsgatan 25 8th floor SE-11153 Stockholm Tel +46 8 566 286 00 Fax +46 8 566 286 01

United Kingdom

ABG Sundal Collier Ltd. St Martin's Court 25 Newgate St 5th floor UK-EC4M 7EJ London Tel +44 207 905 5600

Fax +44 207 905 5601

Denmark ABG Sundal Collier ASA

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Germany

ABG Sundal Collier ASA Frankfurt Branch Schillerstrasse 2 5. Obergeschoss DE-60313 Frankfurt /Main

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USA

ABG Sundal Collier Inc. 850 Third Avenue Suite 9-C US-10022 New York Tel +1 212 605 3800 Fax +1 212 605 3801

Singapore

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Tel +65 6808 6082

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