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Asmodee Group

Annual Report May 21, 2025

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Q4 24/ 25

Sustained sales momentum and strong cash flow

Fourth quarter, January-March 2025

  • > Net sales amounted to EUR 341.4 million (277.5), an increase of 23.0%, of which 23.6% relates to organic growth1 .
    • Games published by Asmodee studios increased by 10.2%.
      • Games published by partners increased by 32.5%.
      • Others decreased by -20.2%.
  • > Adjusted EBITDA1 amounted to EUR 40.8 million (42.3), corresponding to an adjusted EBITDA margin1 of 11.9% (15.2).
  • > Adjusted EBIT1 amounted to EUR 32.8 million (34.6). EBIT1 amounted to EUR 30.9 million (-786.3), where last year was negatively impacted by an impairment of goodwill as well as publishing and distribution rights.
  • > Profit for the quarter amounted to EUR -0.1 million (-632.5), which equates to basic earnings per share of EUR 0.00 (-6.56).
  • > Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments1 amounted to EUR 95.1 million.

Full-year, April 2024-March 2025

  • > Net sales amounted to EUR 1,369 million (1,288), an increase of 6.3%, of which 7.7% relates to organic growth1 .
    • Games published by Asmodee studios increased by 16.9%
    • Games published by partners increased by 4.3%.
    • Others decreased by -28.3%.
  • > Adjusted EBITDA1 amounted to EUR 228.2 million (211.7), corresponding to an adjusted EBITDA margin1 of 16.7% (16.4%).
  • > Adjusted EBIT1 amounted to EUR 198.2 million (181.0). EBIT1 amounted to EUR 116.7 million (-710.3).
  • > Profit for the period amounted to EUR 4.7 million (-541.2), which equates to basic earnings per share of EUR 0.03 (-5.61).
  • > Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments1 amounted to EUR 197.3 million (184.8).
  • > Net debt/EBITDA1 amounted to 1.8x (-0.1) and 2.3x (0.8) before and after M&A commitments respectively.
  • > The Board of Directors proposes that no dividend shall be paid for the fiscal year 24/25 and that retained earnings shall be carried forward.

Material events after the end of the reporting period

> No material events after the end of the reporting period.

1 See section definition of Alternative Performance Measures (APM)

Financial summary

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net sales 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664
Operating profit/loss 30,869 -786,337 116,747 -710,311
Operating profit/loss margin 9.0 % (283.4) % 8.5 % -55.2 %
Net profit/loss -108 -632,480 4,699 -541,156
Basic earnings per share, EUR -0.0005 -6.5611 0.0275 -5.6137
Cash flow for the period 193,304 -3,814
Adjusted EBITDA 40,766 42,284 228,188 211,671
Adjusted EBITDA margin 11.9 % 15.2 % 16.7 % 16.4 %
Adjusted EBIT 32,833 34,552 198,200 180,957
Adjusted EBIT margin 9.6 % 12.5 % 14.5 % 14.1 %
Adjusted net profit/loss for the period -3,167 -13,298 69,246 144,553
Adjusted Earnings per share, EUR -0.0148 -0.1379 0.4045 1.4995
Free cash flow before tax and capitalized lease payments 239,142 229,218
Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments 197,274 184,823
Net debt (-) / Net Cash (+) before M&A commitments -409,826 15,275
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) before M&A commitments 1.8x -0.1x
Net debt (-) / Net Cash (+) after M&A commitments -517,705 -168,403
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) after M&A commitments 2.3x 0.8x

CEO comments

In a world of rapid change, tabletop games remain a reliable and stable industry to operate in.

I am very pleased with our strong delivery in fiscal year 24/25 — a period marked by growth, robust cash flow, resilience, and preparation for our public listing. The fourth quarter exceeded our expectations and represented a meaningful milestone for Asmodee, with our successful debut on Nasdaq Stockholm coming just ahead of our 30th anniversary. I would like to thank our employees, players, and partners across retail, publishing, and licensing for helping shape what Asmodee is today.

Strong growth and cash flow

Net sales increased by 23.0% during the quarter and organic growth accounted for 23.6%. Sales of Games published by Asmodee studios increased by 10.2% and sales of Games published by partners increased by 32.5%. The adjusted EBITDA margin was 11.9% (15.2), impacted by a less favourable sales mix and higher operating expenses. Last year benefited from post-Covid destocking after inventory build-up.

We delivered robust cash flow and ended the quarter at a net debt/EBITDA of 2.3x (0.8x) after M&A commitments.

Strong games performance across categories

Growth within Games published by Asmodee studios during the quarter was driven by the launch of Star Wars™: Unlimited - Jump to Lightspeed (Set 4) and new board game releases such as Happy Mochi (Zygomatic), which won Game of the Show at Spain's Interocio Fair, and The Fellowship of the Ring : Trick-Taking Game. Ongoing sales of LEGO® Monkey Palace and The Lord of the Rings – Duel for Middleearth™ also contributed. In addition, our pillar games continued to perform well, including CATAN®, Ticket to Ride®, Dobble®/Spot it!®, Exploding Kittens and Azul, which launched a new two-player version.

As part of our ongoing strategy to promote playing games, we participated in the Cannes International Games Festival, where Asmodee launched The TCG Village – a successful showcase of our Trading Card Games portfolio. We also presented our products at major trade events like the Nuremberg and New York Toy Fairs, engaging national and international industry partners.

The strong performance in Games published by partners was driven by new releases like Scarlet & Violet – Prismatic Evolutions (Pokémon®) and the initial sell-in of Scarlet & Violet – Journey Together. The quarter also saw strong performance of other TCGs, including One Piece, distributed by Asmodee in English in several territories, that was successfully launched in French — its first foreign language

outside English and Japanese — with the Emperors in the New World release.

During the quarter, we further expanded our IPs into other forms of entertainment with the release of the video game Shadowveil: Legend of the Five Rings, from Embracer's Palindrome, based on our namesake franchise.

Recognizing our engagement for sustainability, CATAN Studio was named one of the Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in CSR for 2025 by Fast Company, highlighting the launch of CATAN – New Energies, which engages players with climate challenges in a thoughtful and educational way.

Recent geopolitical tensions and announced tariffs have added uncertainty to the global environment. While these tariffs had a very limited impact in the fourth quarter, their long-term consequences remain uncertain. With 17% of group net sales coming from the US, Asmodee's geographic diversification helps limit exposure. While we prioritize proximity to market, part of our US board game sales is sourced from China (12% of group net sales). In response, we have reviewed our supply chain strategy including delaying select imports, we are also introducing price increases and taking cost control measures. Our outsourced and flexible manufacturing model enables us to adapt quickly, whilst we are closely monitoring the situation.

Resilience in a world of rapid change

The next fiscal year has strong new releases, featuring the 6th Edition of our bestseller CATAN®, LEGO Brick Like This! , and many others, including Star WarsTM: Battle of Hoth. We are also strengthening Asmodee's position as a consumer-facing brand with a new visual identity.

In a world of rapid change, tabletop games remain a reliable and stable industry to operate in. Times like these also present opportunities for strategic acquisitions that strengthen our portfolio. We have built a unique and dynamic ecosystem one that includes strategic inventory positions on key titles to mitigate tariff and supply chain pressures.

As we look ahead, we are in a strong position to continue to capture profitable growth and create long-term value — driven by our diversified model and portfolio, talented teams, and disciplined approach to M&A.

Thomas Kœgler /CEO

Financial overview

Fourth quarter development

Net sales

Net sales amounted to EUR 341.4 million (277.5), an increase of 23.0% compared to the same period last year. Organically, sales increased by 23.6%. Last year's disposal of Miniature Market had an effect of -1.3% and the impact of changes in exchange rates was 0.7%. Games published by Asmodee studios increased by 10.2%, driven by both new releases and ongoing sales from pillar games. Games published by partners increased by 32.5%, driven by enhanced growth momentum for distributed product lines. Others decreased by -20.2%, impacted by last year's disposal of Miniature Market.

Sales by game publisher

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Change
Games published by Asmodee studios 88,509 80,291 10.2%
Games published by partners 240,345 181,438 32.5%
Others 12,590 15,768 -20.2%
Total 341,444 277,497 23.0%

Adjusted EBITDA1 and EBIT1

Adjusted EBITDA1 amounted to EUR 40.8 million (42.3). The decrease in adjusted EBITDA1 was driven by increased personnel and other operating expenses, partly linked to becoming a stand-alone listed company, as well as higher royalty costs to licensors, increased marketing costs and higher shipping costs, partly offset by higher volumes. The adjusted EBITDA margin1 was 11.9% (15.2), negatively impacted by a less favourable sales mix, higher royalty costs to licensors and other operating expenses. Last year the adjusted EBITDA margin1 was favourably impacted by the destocking following high inventory build-up during the post-Covid-period.

Adjusted EBIT1 amounted to EUR 32.8 million (34.6), corresponding to a margin of 9.6% (12.5%). EBIT1 amounted to EUR 30.9 million (-786.3) and included items affecting comparability1 of EUR 9.9 million (-803.7) where last year was impacted by an impairment of goodwill as well as publishing and distribution rights of EUR -764.6 million. EBIT1also included personnel costs related to acquisitions of EUR 0.8 million (0.8) and amortization of publishing and distribution rights of EUR -12.7 million (-17.9).

1 See section definition of Alternative Performance Measures (APM)

Net financials

Net financials amounted to EUR -31.0 million (33.5). Financial expenses of EUR -79.1 million (-20.3) were mainly impacted by interest expenses of EUR -20.0 million (-7.7) primarily related to the terms and conditions of bonds. Financial expenses were further impacted by EUR -6.0 million of costs related to the early repayment of bonds, the change in fair value on put/call option on non-controlling interests of EUR -3.1 million (-3.0) and foreign exchange effects of EUR -49.4 million (-8.5). Financial income of EUR 48.1 million (53.8) was mainly impacted by foreign exchange effects of EUR 38.2 million (10.3) and the change in fair value on put/call option on non-controlling interests of EUR 8.9 million (44.1).

Profit for the quarter

Profit for the quarter was EUR -0.1 million (-632.5), where last year was negatively impacted by an impairment of goodwill as well as publishing and distribution rights, which equates to basic earnings per share of EUR 0.00 (-6.56). Income tax for the quarter was EUR 0.1 million (120.3). Adjusted net profit1 for the quarter was EUR -3.2 million (-13.3), which equates to adjusted earnings per share of EUR -0.01 (-0.14).

Cash flow

Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments1 amounted to EUR 95.1 million, corresponding to a free cash conversion1 relative to adjusted EBITDA of approximately 233%. The strong free cash flow reflects continuous focus on working capital management as well as strong sales towards the end of the quarter on products with a favourable cash cycle.

1 See section definition of Alternative Performance Measures (APM)

Year to date development

Net sales

Net sales amounted to EUR 1,369 million (1,288), an increase of 6.3% compared to the same period last year. Organically, sales increased by 7.7%. Last year's disposal of Miniature Market had an effect of -1.6% and the impact of changes in exchange rates was 0.2%. Games published by Asmodee studios increased by 16.9%, driven by both new releases and ongoing sales from pillar games. Games published by partners increased by 4.3%, driven by distributed product lines. Others decreased by -28.3%, impacted by last year's disposal of Miniature Market.

Sales by game publisher

Amounts in k.EUR Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24 Change
Games published by Asmodee studios 453,559 388,127 16.9%
Games published by partners 864,469 828,768 4.3%
Others 50,734 70,769 -28.3%
Total 1,368,762 1,287,664 6.3%

Adjusted EBITDA1 and EBIT1

Adjusted EBITDA 1 amounted to EUR 228.2 million (211.7). The increase in adjusted EBITDA1 was driven by higher volumes and a favourable sales mix, partly offset by higher royalty costs to licensors, marketing costs, personnel costs and other operating expenses that were partly related to becoming a stand-alone listed company, as well as higher shipping costs. The adjusted EBITDA margin1 was 16.7% (16.4%) and was positively impacted by higher volumes and a favourable sales mix, partly offset by higher royalty costs to licensors, marketing costs and other operating expenses.

Adjusted EBIT1 amounted to EUR 198.2 million (181.0), corresponding to a margin of 14.5% (14.1%). EBIT1 amounted to EUR 116.7 million (-710.3) and included items affecting comparability1 of EUR -22.2 million (-807.6), mainly related to advisory fees and other expenses for the listing process and where last year was impacted by an impairment of goodwill as well as publishing and distribution rights of EUR -764.6 million. EBIT1also included personnel costs related to acquisitions of EUR -8.1 million (-10.5), acquisition costs of EUR 0 million (-1.0) and amortization of publishing and distribution rights of EUR -51.2 million (-72.2).

1 See section definition of Alternative Performance Measures (APM)

Net financials

Net financials amounted to EUR -92.1 million (64.0). Financial expenses of EUR -167.4 million (-62.4) were mainly impacted by interest expenses of EUR -80.8 million (-32.7) primarily related to the terms and conditions of bonds and bridge loan, EUR -16.1 million (0) of implementation costs of the bridge loan and Revolving Credit Facility, EUR -6.0 million of costs related to the early repayment of bonds, the change in fair value on put/call option on non-controlling interests of EUR -8.8 million (-12.8), and the effect of the foreign exchange for EUR -66.1 million (-13.7). Financial income of EUR 75.3 million (126.4) was mainly impacted by foreign exchange effects of EUR 63.3 million (11.7) and the change in fair value on put/call options on non-controlling interests of EUR 8.9 million (114.6).

Profit for the period

Profit for the period was EUR 4.7 million (-541.2), where last year was negatively impacted by an impairment of goodwill as well as publishing and distribution rights, which equates to basic earnings per share of EUR 0.03 (-5.61). Income tax for the period was -20.0 million (105.2). Adjusted net profit1 for the period was EUR 69.2 million (144.6), which equates to adjusted earnings per share of EUR 0.40 (1.50).

Cash flow

Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments1 amounted to EUR 197.3 million (184.8), resulting in a free cash conversion1 relative to adjusted EBITDA of 86% (87).

Cash flow from operating activities amounted to EUR 185.9 million (196.0) during the period, whereof changes in working capital amounted to EUR 29.2 million (63.7). The cash flow from changes in working capital was impacted by an increase in inventories for an amount of EUR -4.0 million (69.3), where the change last year benefited from the destocking following high inventory build-up during the post-Covid-period. The cash flow from changes in working capital was favourably impacted by an increase in payables of EUR 47.2 million (1.7), partially offset by an increase in receivables of EUR -21.8 million (-8.1).

Cash flow from investing activities was EUR -18.9 million (-28.3) and mainly relates to investments in games developments.

Cash flow from financing activities was EUR 26.3 million (-171.4) including the implementation of the new capital structure. Last year included repayment of shareholder loans of EUR 225.0 million.

Financial position

Net debt before and after M&A commitments1 at the end of the period amounted to EUR -409.8 million (15.3) and EUR -517.7 million (-168.4) respectively, resulting in a net debt/EBITDA1 before and after M&A commitments of 1.8x (-0.1) and 2.3x (0.8) respectively.

The increase in net debt is driven by higher financial debt following the issuance of EUR 940 million in senior secured notes. This was partly offset by a EUR 400 million capital injection from Embracer Group, of which EUR 300 million was used to repay gross debt. As per March 31, 2025 the total outstanding bond debt amounted to EUR 640 million, equally divided between the Fixed Rate Notes and the Floating Rate Notes.

Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period amounted to EUR 286.4 million (99.4). The increase is due to the financing activities mentioned above.

1 See section definition of Alternative Performance Measures (APM)

Parent company

The parent company acquires and conducts operations through its directly and indirectly owned subsidiaries.

The parent company has net sales for the period ending March 31, 2025 of SEK 28.0 million (32.0), and profit/ loss before tax was SEK -897.0 million (-2,717.0). Net income was SEK -904.0 million (-2,710.0).

Cash and cash equivalent as March 31, 2025 were SEK 949 million (—). Liabilities mainly relate to the bonds issued on December 12, 2024 for SEK 6,800 million (—) (see further explanation on note P3 - Significant events of the interim period).

The parent company's equity at the end of the period was SEK 21,886 million (27,272).

Other information

Risks and uncertainty factors

Asmodee is exposed to risks, particularly the evolution of the tabletop market, dependence on key persons for the success of game development, the sales performance of launched games, the continuation of certain commercial relationships and key licensing agreements and the success and performance of acquisitions. While Asmodee's production prioritizes proximity to market, the introduction of various tariffs between different countries could also have a negative effect on Asmodee's business in the short and long term. The complete risk analysis is found in the Group's Prospectus.

Seasonal fluctuations

Due to the cyclical nature of consumer demand in the tabletop gaming industry, Asmodee's sales are subject to seasonality. Seasonality typically manifests in higher sales during the second half of the financial year, driven by holiday-related purchases, particularly in view of Christmas and New Year. The increase in sales in view of the holiday season results from high demand, special editions and new launches. The company strategically times product launches based on the seasonal pattern, while relying on a strong base of evergreen titles that generate consistent revenue throughout the year. There are also seasonal variations in cash flow from operating activities, primarily driven by an increase in inventories during the second and third financial quarters and subsequent reduction during the late third and fourth financial quarters. The seasonal trend in cash flow from operating activities is expected to remain going forward.

Material events after the end of the reporting period

No material events after the end of the reporting period.

Annual General Meeting 24/25

Asmodee's Annual General Meeting 24/25 will be held in Karlstad, Sweden, on September 18, 2025.

Proposed dividends

The Board of Directors proposes that no dividend shall be paid for the fiscal year 24/25 and that retained earnings shall be carried forward.

Auditor's review

The information in this year-end report has not been reviewed by the company's auditors.

Financial calendar

Report date
Annual Report 24/25 June 24, 2025
Interim Report Q1 25/26 August 8, 2025
Annual General Meeting 24/25 September 18, 2025
Interim Report Q2 25/26 November 20, 2025
Interim Report Q3 25/26 February 19, 2026
Year-end Report Q4 25/26 May 21, 2026

Contacts

Nathalie Redmo Head of Investor Relations +46 768 10 22 43

Investor relations: [email protected] Media relations:[email protected] Website: asmodee.com

Sustainability and Governance

Sustainability and ESG: A Core Part of Our Business Approach

During the quarter, Asmodee focused on producing its first sustainability report in accordance with the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (NFRD), while also preparing for future reporting under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which will take effect from FY 25/26.

As part of its Double Materiality Analysis (DMA), Asmodee conducted a stakeholder dialogue with selected stakeholders from the financial market and other sectors. The purpose of the DMA is to assess the key environmental, social, and governance (ESG) topics most relevant to Asmodee's business and operations. This analysis will guide the company in identifying and prioritizing sustainability issues and form the foundation for setting its long-term strategic sustainability goals.

During the quarter, Asmodee also advanced the development of its overarching sustainability strategy and began the process of setting group-wide sustainability goals. This included one-on-one interviews with the Executive Management Team, selected board members, and other key internal stakeholders to gain a deeper understanding of their perspectives on sustainability and ESG. These insights are instrumental in ensuring that the company's sustainability efforts align with Asmodee's culture, mitigate financial risks, and support long-term value creation for investors and other stakeholders

Signatures

The Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer offer their assurance that this year-end report gives a true and fair view of the Group's and parent company's operations, financial position and results of operations and describes the significant risks and uncertainties facing the Group and the parent company.

Lars Wingefors, Chair of the Board

Kicki Wallje-Lund Deputy Chair

Stéphane Carville Board member

Marc Nunes Board member

Jacob Jonmyren Board member

Linda Höljö Board member

Thomas Kœgler CEO

Karlstad, Sweden, May 21st 2025

This information is information that Asmodee Group AB is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 7:00 a.m. CEST on May 21, 2025.

This report contains forward-looking statements that reflect the Board of Directors' and management's current views with respect to certain future events and potential financial performance. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. Results could differ materially from forward-looking statements as a result of, among other factors, (i) changes in economic, market and competitive conditions, (ii) success of business initiatives, (iii) changes in the regulatory environment and other government actions, (iv) fluctuations in exchange rates and (v) business risk management.

This report is based solely on the circumstances at the date of publication and except to the extent required under applicable law or applicable marketplace regulations, Asmodee Group AB is under no obligation to update the information, opinions or forward-looking statements in this report.

The original version of this report has been written in Swedish. The English version is a translation

Asmodee Group AB is a Swedish public limited liability company. It was incorporated in Sweden on June 15, 2020. It is registered in Sweden with the Swedish Companies Registration Office under number 559273-8016. Its registered office is located at Tullhusgatan 1B, 652 09 Karlstad, Sweden.

Its telephone number is +33 1 34 52 19 70

Its LEI code is 636700G5993BBAFDYD02

Condensed consolidated interim financial statements of Asmodee Group AB

Interim consolidated statement of profit or loss

Amounts in k.EUR
Note
Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net sales
4
341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664
Goods for resale -200,917 -182,611 -756,727 -758,040
Personnel expenses -44,111 -39,347 -167,590 -166,745
Other operating income 6,579 4,405 13,254 7,833
Other operating expenses -60,672 -55,370 -271,212 -212,346
Depreciation, amortization and impairment -11,403 -790,249 -71,899 -867,485
Share of profit/loss of associates after tax -51 -662 2,159 -1,192
Operating profit/loss (EBIT) 30,869 -786,337 116,747 -710,311
Financial income 48,058 53,837 75,323 126,393
Financial expenses -79,102 -20,328 -167,385 -62,399
Financial results -31,044 33,509 -92,062 63,994
Profit/loss before tax -175 -752,828 24,685 -646,317
Income tax 67 120,348 -19,986 105,161
Profit/loss for the period -108 -632,480 4,699 -541,156
Profit/loss for the period attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent -108 -632,480 4,699 -541,156
Non-controlling interests
Earnings per share
5
Basic earnings per share (EUR) -0.0005 -6.5611 0.0275 -5.6137
Diluted earnings per share (EUR) -0.0005 -6.5611 0.0275 -5.6137

Interim consolidated statement of comprehensive income

Amounts in k.EUR
Note
Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Profit/loss for the period -108 -632,480 4,699 -541,156
Other comprehensive income, net of tax -10,561 9,954 -3,563 3,115
Items that will be reclassified to profit or loss:
Change in currency translation adjustment reserve -10,524 9,903 -3,513 3,040
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss:
Remeasurement of defined benefit plans for employees -37 51 -50 75
Total comprehensive income for the period, net of tax -10,669 -622,526 1,136 -538,041
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Equity holders of the parent -10,669 -622,526 1,136 -538,041
Non-controlling interests

Interim consolidated statement of financial position

Amounts in k.EUR
Note
31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
Goodwill 1,179,039 1,179,440
Publication and distribution rights 1,126,161 1,171,706
Other intangible assets 27,935 28,850
Property, plant and equipment 20,130 19,750
Right of use assets 49,591 49,568
Investments in associates 1,198
Other non-current financial assets 3,779 9,065
Deferred tax assets 5,832 5,859
Total non-current assets 2,413,665 2,464,238
Inventories 225,352 221,985
Trade receivables 195,903 160,967
Advances and prepaid expenses 28,199 18,848
Other current financial assets 9,865 4,119
Other current assets 28,357 18,988
Cash and cash equivalent 286,396 99,441
Total current assets 774,072 524,348
TOTAL ASSETS 3,187,737 2,988,586

Cont.>>

Interim consolidated statement of financial position (cont.)

Amounts in k.EUR Note 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
Share capital 78 2
Other contributed capital 3,334,658 2,796,828
Currency translation adjustment reserve -812 26,995
Retained earnings -1,454,419 12,302
Profit/loss for the period 4,699 -541,156
Total equity attributable to equity holders of the parent 1,884,204 2,294,971
Total equity 5,9 1,884,204 2,294,971
Non-current provisions 1,228 1,193
Employee benefits 1,319 1,043
Deferred tax liabilities 214,469 228,334
Lease liabilities 42,731 41,010
Bonds 6 626,778
Liabilities to credit institutions 7 1,714 8,754
Put/call options on non-controlling interests 8,9 76,014
Deferred considerations 8 542 471
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 8 3,798 21,922
Other non-current liabilities 1,400 1,956
Total non-current liabilities 893,979 380,697
Current provisions 1,789 6,922
Employee benefits 196 205
Trade payables 193,198 136,545
Advances and deferred incomes 17,857 1,943
Lease liabilities 9,984 10,090
Bonds 6 6,298
Liabilities to credit institutions 7 7,862 20,602
Put/call options on non-controlling interests 8,9 75,826 78,588
Deferred considerations 8 163 1,903
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 8 27,550 4,780
Other current financial liabilities 855 3,710
Other current liabilities 67,976 47,630
Total current liabilities 409,554 312,918
TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 3,187,737 2,988,586

Interim consolidated statement of changes in equity

Other
contributed
Currency
translation
adjustment
Retained Profit/loss for
Amounts in k.EUR Note Share capital capital reserve earnings the period Total equity
Opening balance - 1 Apr 23 2 2,127,907 23,953 -80,287 108,267 2,179,842
Appropriation of earnings 108,267 -108,267
Profit/loss for the period -541,156 -541,156
Other comprehensive income 3,040 75 3,115
Total comprehensive income for
the period
3,040 75 -541,156 -538,041
Transactions with the owners
Capital increase
Contribution in kind 668,921 668,921
Group contribution
Dividend distribution -15,734 -15,734
Change in perimeter 0 0
Others -20 -20
Others 668,921 -15,754 653,167
Closing balance - 31 Mar 24 2 2,796,828 26,995 12,302 -541,156 2,294,971

Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent

Equity attributable to equity holders of the parent
Amounts in k.EUR Note Share capital Other
contributed
capital
Currency
translation
adjustment
reserve
Retained
earnings
Profit/loss for
the period
Total equity
Opening balance - 1 Apr 24 2 2,796,828 26,995 12,302 -541,156 2,294,971
Appropriation of earnings -541,156 541,156
Profit/loss for the period 4,699 4,699
Other comprehensive income -3,508 -55 -3,563
Total comprehensive income for
the period
-3,508 -55 4,699 1,136
Transactions with the owners
Capital Increase 5 71 400,006 1,285 401,362
Contribution in kind 5 113,531 113,531
Dividend distribution 5 -892,178 -892,178
Change in perimeter
Effect of the change in functional
currency of the Parent company
4 24,294 -24,298
Others 5,9 -34,616 -34,616
Others 75 537,831 -24,298 -925,509 -411,901
Closing balance - 31 Mar 25 78 3,334,658 -812 -1,454,419 4,699 1,884,204

Interim consolidated statement of cash flows

Amounts in k.EUR Note Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Operating profit/loss (EBIT) 116,747 -710,311
Adjustment for:
Amortization, Depreciation, Impairment 71,899 867,485
Provision -4,750 5,983
Profit shares in associated companies -2,159 1,192
Personnel expenses related to acquisitions 8,087 10,484
Net gain/loss on disposal of fixed assets -69 7,680
Movements in working capital (Excluding income taxes)
Decrease/increase in inventories -4,001 69,342
Decrease/increase in trade receivables -21,848 -8,117
Decrease/increase in trade payables 47,224 1,721
Decrease/increase in other receivables/payables 7,824 793
Payment of liabilities to employees related to acquisitions -4,163 -19,468
Income tax paid -28,875 -30,816
Cash flow from operating activities 185,916 195,968
Purchases of intangible assets -12,693 -17,251
Proceeds on disposal of intangible assets 188 22
Purchases of tangible assets -5,021 -7,894
Proceeds on disposal of tangible assets 214 65
Purchases of subsidiaries (net of cash acquired) -1,708 -2,586
Disposal of subsidiary (net of cash disposed) 105 -703
Cash flow from investing activities -18,915 -28,347
Proceeds from capital increase 400,027
Dividends paid
5
-892,178
Proceeds from shareholders and other loans and borrowings 90,076
Repayments of shareholders and other loans and borrowings -432 -224,990
Proceeds from liabilities to credit institutions
7
920,621 5,535
Repayments from liabilities to credit institutions
7
-940,554 -14,685
Proceeds from Bonds
6
946,224
Repayments from Bonds -301,304
Repayment of lease liabilities -12,993 -13,579
Interests paid -84,225 -7,755
Other financing activities -8,883 -6,037
Net cash (used in)/from financing activities 26,303 -171,435
Cash flow for the period 193,304 -3,814
Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of period 99,441 103,030
Cash flow for the period 193,304 -3,814
Exchange rate differences -6,350 225
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of period 286,396 99,441

Notes to the interim consolidated financial statements

Note 1 Material accounting policies

This year-end report comprises the Swedish parent company Asmodee Group AB ('Asmodee'), with corporate registration number 559273-8016, and its subsidiaries. The Group conducts management and development of intellectual property rights, development and publishing of board games. The parent company is a limited liability company with its registered office in Karlstad, Sweden. The address of the head office is Tullhusgatan 1 B.

The Consolidated financial statements of the Group have been prepared in accordance with IFRS® Accounting Standards (IFRS) published by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and interpretations that have been issued by IFRS Interpretations Committee (IFRS IC) as they have been adopted by the European Union (EU). The Group's interim report is prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and applicable parts of the Swedish Annual Accounts Act (1995:1554). The Group has applied the same accounting policies, basis of calculation and assumptions (including those related to the income tax expense and balances) as those applied in the consolidated financial statements of Asmodee Group AB as of and for the financial years ending March 31, 2024 and 2023. For a complete description of the Group's material accounting policies, see the notes of the consolidated financial statements for the financial years ending March 31, 2024 and 20232 . Some reclassifications related to the presentation of comparative figures could have been realized in order to be compliant with the presentation of the current period or to IFRS standards.

Disclosures according to IAS 34 are presented in these unaudited condensed financial statements as well as corresponding notes.

All amounts are presented in thousands of Euro (k.EUR) unless otherwise indicated. Rounding differences may occur.

Note 2 Significant estimates and assumptions

When preparing the financial statements, management and the Board of Directors must make certain assessments and assumptions that impact the carrying amount of assets and liabilities and revenue and expense items, as well as other provided information. Actual outcome may differ from the estimates if the estimates or circumstances change. The significant estimates and assumptions correspond to the ones described in the consolidated financial statements of Asmodee Group AB as of and for the financial years ending March 31, 2024 and 2023.

Note 3 Significant events of the interim period

The significant events of the interim period are detailed in the following notes:

  • A refinancing of the group comprising a bridge loan, bonds and a RCF (see Note 6 and Note 7),
  • A EUR 300,000 thousand bond repayment (see Note 6),
  • The acquisition of the remaining non-controlling interests related to the March 8, 2022 acquisition of Financière Amuse Topco (see Note 5.2, Note 5.3 and Note 9.4),
  • A share split (see Note 5.1),
  • A capital increase by bonus issue (see Note 5.1),
  • A reverse share split (see Note 5.1),
  • A capital increase in cash (see Note 5.1 and Note 5.2).
  • A EUR 892,178 thousand dividend distribution (see Note 5.4)

2 See Prospectus for the admission to trading of the class B shares of Asmodee Group AB on Nasdaq Stockholm.

Note 4 Revenue from contracts with customers

Note 4.1 - Revenue by publisher

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Games published by Asmodee studios 88,509 80,291 453,559 388,127
Games published by partners 240,345 181,438 864,469 828,768
Others 12,590 15,768 50,734 70,769
Total 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664

Note 4.2 - Revenue by game category

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Board Games 96,578 94,425 535,729 524,198
Trading Card Games (TCG) 210,754 147,650 695,992 606,768
Other categories 34,112 35,422 137,041 156,698
Total 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664

The classification of some games was revised and the presentation of the comparable figures for the period Apr 23-Mar 24 was amended in consequence.

Note 4.3 - Revenue by geography

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Sweden 983 713 3,740 2,210
France 74,333 54,859 272,926 242,950
Germany 46,815 45,593 204,995 199,342
United States 45,624 40,189 236,730 212,686
United Kingdom 49,937 36,681 174,138 185,640
Other Americas 18,563 17,050 79,953 76,339
Other Europe 88,459 67,988 323,430 305,927
Rest of the world 16,730 14,424 72,850 62,569
Total 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664

Note 5 Equity

Note 5.1 - Share capital

On April 19, 2024 the share capital was changed in preparation for the separate listing of Asmodee and the 250 shares were split: 10 shares become 54,000,000 "A shares" (10 vote rights) and 240 shares become 1,335,952,865 "B shares" (1 vote right).

On September 18, 2024, the company increased the share capital through a bonus issue for SEK 557,266 by transferring non-restricted equity (ie. retained earnings). It resulted in a new par value of SEK 0.0004.

On January 2, 2025, the company carried out a reverse share split where six shares, regardless of share class, were consolidated into one share of each share class respectively. To facilitate the reverse share split the company also carried out a new share issue, by issuing 113 B shares, paid in cash, with a price per share of SEK 1 and a total subscription price of SEK 113. As a result of the share issue, the share capital increased by SEK 0.0452. The new share capital amounts to SEK 583,503.8544002, and each share has a par value per share of SEK 0.0004. Through the reverse share split the number of A shares decreased from 54,000,000 to 9,000,000 and the number of B shares decreased from 1,404,759,636 to 234,126,606, with a total number of shares in the company of 243,126,606.

On January 2, 2025, the company proceeded at an increase of share capital through bonus issue without issuance of shares for SEK 291,751.9272 by transferring non-restricted equity (ie. retained earnings) into share capital. The share capital resulting from the bonus issue amounts to SEK 875,255.78162, and each share with a new par value of SEK 0.0036. The number of "A shares" and "B shares" remained unchanged.

On January 2, 2025, the company proceeded at a reduction of share capital with redemption of shares without repayment to shareholders by transferring SEK 280,515.40202 into non-restricted equity (ie. retained earnings). The share capital resulting from this reduction amounts to SEK 594 740.37962, with a par value of SEK 0.0036 per share. The number of "B shares" was reduced by 77,920,945, to 156,205,661, with a total number of shares in the company of 165,205,661. The number of "A shares" remained unchanged.

On January 24, 2025, the company proceeded at a new share issue, by issuing 68,486,367 B shares with a price per share of EUR 5.841 and a total subscription price of EUR 400,028,869.6470, paid in cash. The capital increase was fully subscribed by Embracer Group AB. The share capital increased by SEK 246,550.92122. The new share capital amounts to SEK 841,291.30082, with a par value of SEK 0.0036 per share. The total number of B shares in the company is 224,692,028, with a total number of shares in the company of 233,692,028.

On February 7, 2025, class B shares of the company were listed in Nasdaq Stockholm.

Changes in the number of shares

Number of shares Registration date Ordinary
shares
A-shares B-shares Number of
shares at
closing
Number of shares at opening 250 250
Reclassification of ordinary shares to introduce
two shares classes and share split
03/05/2024 -250 54,000,000 1,335,952,865
Share issue paid in-kind 03/05/2024 68,806,658
Bonus issue without issuance of shares 04/10/2024
Reduction of share capital with redemption of
shares
04/10/2024 -54,000,000 -1,335,952,865
Share issue paid in cash 04/10/2024 54,000,000 1,335,952,865
Share issue paid in cash 14/01/2025 113
Reverse share split 1:6 14/01/2025 -45,000,000 -1,170,633,030
Bonus issue without issuance of shares 14/01/2025
Reduction of share capital with redemption of
shares
14/01/2025 -77,920,945
New share issue paid in cash 27/01/2025 68,486,367
Number of shares at closing 9,000,000 224,692,028 233,692,028

The weighted average number of shares outstanding adjusted for retrospective events during the period ending March 31, 2025 amounted to 171,181,776 (96,398,890).

The amount of existing shares at the date of publication of these condensed consolidated interim financial statements is 233,692,028 (9,000,000 A-shares and 224,692,028 B-Shares).

Over the period ending March 31, 2025, evidences the functional currency of the parent company (Asmodee Group AB) change to EUR were identified with material transactions denominated in EUR (see note 6 - Bonds, note 7 - Liabilities to credit institutions and changes on the share capital and Other contributed capital). It was determined that the most appropriate date for the change in functional currency was March 31, 2025, in regards to the feasibility of an anticipation. The EUR -24,298 of "Effect of the change in functional currency of the Parent company" relates to the remeasurement of the share capital and other contributed capital, at their EUR value as per Asmodee Group AB statutory books, following to her change in accounting currency on April 1, 2025.

Note 5.2 - Other contributed capital

On April 19, 2024 it was resolved to issue 68,806,658 B shares to the shareholders (excluding Asmodee Group AB) of Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS who contributed the shares they held in Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS as payment for the shares in Asmodee Group AB. This operation resulted in an additional "other contributed capital" of EUR 113,531 thousand.

On January 24, 2025, the company proceeded at a new share issue (see Note 5.1) resulting in an additional "other contributed capital" of EUR 400,006 thousand.

Note 5.3 - Retained earnings

The "others" change in equity for EUR -34,616 thousand mainly relates to the acquisition of the non-controlling interests (see Note 9.4).

The "capital increase" of EUR 1,285 thousand, relates (a) for EUR -50 thousand to the September 18, 2024 bonus issue and reduction of share capital and bonus issue, the company proceeded on January 2, 2025; and (b) to a capital increase of non controlling interests related to the subsidiary Exploding Kittens for EUR 1,333 thousand.

Note 5.4 - Dividends distributions

The total amount of dividend distribution in the period amounted to EUR -892,178 thousand:

  • On April 11, 2024, a dividend of EUR 1, 178 thousand was distributed to Embracer Group AB.
  • On April 16, 2024, a dividend of EUR 848,549 thousand was distributed to Embracer Group AB.
  • On April 19, 2024, a dividend of EUR 42,451 thousand was distributed to shareholders other than Embracer Group AB.

Note 6 Bonds

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
At the beginning of year
Business combination
Bond issuance 946,224
Bond repayment -301,304
Interests accruals of the period 14,590
Interests repayment -8,454
Costs incurred for bond issuance -20,764
Effective Interest Rate amortization 7,375
Foreign exchange gains/losses -4,592
Scope exit
Carrying amount at end of year 633,076
of which non-current 626,778
of which current 6,298
of which principal 626,778
of which interests 6,298

On December 12, 2024, the company raised a new financing by issuing an aggregate principal amount of EUR 940,000 thousand1 senior secured bonds denominated in Euro, comprising:

  • EUR 600,000 thousand in aggregate principal amount of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a fixed rate per annum of 5.75% (paid on a semi-annual basis) with a maturity date of December 15, 2029, and,
  • EUR 340,000 thousand of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a floating rate with maturity date of December 15, 2029. The floating rate bonds bear interest at a rate equal to three-month EURIBOR (subject to a 0% floor) plus 3.75% per annum, reset quarterly.

On February 3, 2025, the company notified the bondholders of an anticipated repayment for EUR 300,000 thousand. Following repayment, the aggregated principal amount of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a fixed rate will amount to EUR 320,000 thousand and the principal amount of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a floating rate will amount to EUR 320,000 thousand. As part of the anticipated repayment, the company paid a redemption fee of EUR 6,000 thousand, presented in the line "Other financing activities" of the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow.

Interests payments on the period amount to EUR -8,454 thousand, out of which EUR -2,960 thousand relates to the anticipated repayment.

These bonds are accounted at amortized cost using the effective interest rate method. The amount of costs incurred by the company to issue these bonds amounted to EUR -20,764 thousand. As of March 31, 2025, paid issuance costs amounted to EUR 19,304 thousand and are presented in the consolidated statement of cash flows under "Paid interests". The amortization of costs incurred for bond issuance amount to EUR 7,375 thousand for the period, out of which EUR 6,519 thousand relates to the anticipated repayment.

The senior secured bonds are intended to be listed on a non-regulated market (The International Stock Exchange). The Bonds are secured by pledges on (a) the shares of certain material subsidiaries, (b) certain material bank accounts and (c) certain material intercompany receivables.

1 The bonds denominated in EUR are accounted by a company with SEK as its accounting currency, resulting in recorded amounts for bond movements (issuances, repayments, etc.) being influenced by the average SEK/EUR exchange rates during the reporting period. This affects the values recognized in the financial statements and the notes.

Note 7 Liabilities to credit institutions

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
At the beginning of year 29,356 38,923
Business combination
New loan 920,621 5,535
Loan repayment -940,554 -14,684
Interests accruals of the period 43,594 1,390
Interests repayment -43,559 -1,156
Costs incurred for new loans -12,992
Effective Interest Rate amortization 12,992
Foreign exchange gains/losses 115 75
Scope exit -726
Carrying amount at end of year 9,576 29,356
of which non-current 1,714 8,754
of which current 7,862 20,602
of which principal 9,493 29,310
of which interests 83 46

During the period ending March 31, 2025 new loans amounted to EUR 920,621 thousand. This increase is manly driven by the financing agreement ("bridge loan") with JP Morgan, BNP Paribas, SEB, Société Générale and Swedbank, which Asmodee Group AB entered into on April 16, 2024, for an amount of EUR 916,7521 thousand (maturity of 18 months and a variable interest of 3,50% + 3 months Euribor).

On December 12, 2024 this bridge loan was fully repaid, following to the issuance of bonds by the company (See Note 6). During the period, the company also repaid other liabilities to credit institutions for EUR -23,802 thousand.

The bridge loan was accounted at amortized cost using the effective interest rate method (EIR). The amount of costs incurred by the company to set this financing amounted to EUR -12,992 thousand (fully amortized following repayment on December 12, 2024) and is presented in the consolidated statement of cash flows under "Paid interests".

On December 12, 2024, the company entered into a lending agreement under which certain lenders provide a Revolving Credit Facility of up to EUR 150 million. The Revolving Credit Facility had not been utilized on the period ending March 31, 2025. The transaction costs and non-utilization fee in relation with the RCF amounted to EUR 3,086 thousand and are presented in the line "Other financing activities" of the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow.

1 This EUR 900 million bridge loan is accounted by a company with SEK as its accounting currency, resulting in recorded amounts for liabilities to credit institutions (new loan, repayments, etc.) being influenced by the average SEK/EUR exchange rates during the reporting period. This affects the values recognized in the financial statements and the notes.

Note 8 Acquisition debts

Carrying value in the consolidated statement of financial position

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
Put/call options on non-controlling interests 76,014
Deferred considerations 542 471
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 3,798 21,922
Non-current 4,340 98,407
Put/call options on non-controlling interests 75,826 78,588
Deferred considerations 163 1,903
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 27,550 4,780
Current 103,539 85,271
Total liabilities related to acquisitions 107,879 183,678

"Put/call options on non-controlling interests" are detailed in Note 9.2 and Note 9.4.

Undiscounted expected payments

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 Less than 1 year More than 1 year
Put/call options on non-controlling interest 83,389 83,389
Deferred considerations 705 163 542
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 44,322 35,314 9,008
Total undiscounted expected payments 128,416 118,866 9,550
Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 24 Less than 1 year More than 1 year
Put/call options on non-controlling interest 175,774 81,599 94,175
Deferred considerations 2,374 1,903 471
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions 54,191 4,451 49,740
Total undiscounted expected payments 232,339 87,953 144,386

Undiscounted expected payments are estimates based on expected outcome of financial targets for each individual agreement and applicable terms. The settlement of the underlying acquisitions may vary over time depending on, among other things, the terms and conditions of the relevant agreements and, the degree of performance fulfillment relating to the acquired businesses.

Note 9 Financial instruments

Note 9.1 - Fair value measurement

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. Fair value measurement is based on the fair value hierarchy which includes the following levels:

  • Level 1 Quoted (unadjusted) market prices for identical assets or liabilities in active markets.
  • Level 2 Inputs other than quoted prices in level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly (i.e. price quotations) or indirectly (i.e. derived from price quotations).
  • Level 3 Input data for the asset or liability which is not based on observable market data (i.e. unobservable input data).

Note 9.2 - Financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value

As of March 31, 2025, the only significant financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value relates to the financial liabilities "Put / Call options on non-controlling interests", classified under "Level 3", and amounting to EUR 75,826 thousand.

Note 9.3 - Current receivables and current liabilities

For current receivables and liabilities, such as trade receivables and trade payables and for liabilities to credit institutions at variable interest rate, the carrying amount is considered to be a good approximation of the fair value.

Note 9.4 - Put/call option on non-controlling interests

Put/call options on non-controlling interest refers to put/call options on non-controlling interests in business combinations where the selling shareholders keep some ownership and there is a contractual obligation where Asmodee will purchase the remaining interest if the holder of the option determines to exercise.

The Group's put/call options will be settled in cash. The fair value has been calculated based on expected outcome of financial targets for each individual agreement. The estimated expected settlement will vary over time depending on, among other things, the degree of fulfillment of the conditions for the put/call options.

The Group's put/call options are measured at fair value by discounting expected cash flows at a riskadjusted discount rate. Measurement is therefore in accordance with Level 3 in the fair value hierarchy. Significant unobservable input data consists of forecasted financial targets.

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
Opening balance 154,602 257,586
Business combination
Revaluation -160 -101,864
Payment
Foreign exchange gains/losses 287 -1,121
Cancellations -78,901
Closing balance 75,826 154,602
o/w - Related to Financière Amuse Topco 78,588
o/w - Related to Exploding Kittens -75,826 76,014

Changes in put/call options for the period ending March 31, 2025

On April 19, 2024, the March 2022 shareholders' agreement between the Embracer Group AB and the noncontrolling interest of Financière Amuse Topco was replaced by a new shareholders' agreement. In application of this agreement the put / call options on the non-controlling interests of Financière Amuse Topco were canceled, for an amount of EUR -78,901 thousand, and the non-controlling interest proceeded at a capital increase in kind in Asmodee Group AB, by contributing the shares they held in Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS as payment for the newly issued 68,806,658 B shares of Asmodee Group AB (see Note 5.2). As a result of these transactions, the companies Financière Amuse Topco, Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS are all owned at 100% by Asmodee Group AB. The simultaneous acquisition of non-controlling interest and of the put option cancellation generated a loss of EUR -34,628 thousand (accounted in Retained Earnings). Such a loss represents the difference between the carrying amount of the previously held interest and the consideration paid for the non-controlling interest.

The net change in fair value for the period ending March 31, 2025 relates to the put option related to Exploding Kittens and amounts to EUR -160 thousand. This change in fair value is driven by the net present value calculation for EUR 8,778 thousand (significantly impacted by a revision of the settlement date of the put option); and the put option revaluation for the period for EUR -8,938 thousand (reflecting the decrease in the expected Exploding Kittens operational performance, on which the exercise price of the shares for the put option related is based).

Changes in put/call options for the period ending March 31, 2024

Unrealized gains or losses for put/call options on non-controlling interest amounted to EUR -101,864 thousand, which was recognized in the financial result in the statement of profit or loss. The exercise price of the shares for the put option related to Financière Amuse Topco is based on the Embracer Group AB share value. The revaluation for the period ending March 31, 2024 amounted to EUR -82,432 thousand, and result from the share value of Embracer Group AB decreasing. The exercise price of the shares for the put option related to Exploding Kittens is based on Exploding Kittens operational performance and the decrease recorded on the period ending March 31, 2024 for EUR -19,432 thousand reflects the decrease in its expected performance.

Sensitivity analysis

Given the put/call options on non-controlling interest recognized at the end of the reporting period, a higher discount factor of 1.5 percentage points will have an impact on the fair value of the put/call options on noncontrolling interest, as of March 31, 2025, of EUR -3,021 thousand.

Note 10 Related party transactions

Note 10.1 - Transactions with shareholders impacting the change in equity

See Note 5.

Note 10.2 - Transactions with key management personnel

Of the EUR 892,178 thousand of dividends distributed in the period ending March 31, 2025 (See Note 5.4), the distributed dividends to key management personnel amounts to EUR 26,404 thousand.

The group is renting offices to a company controlled by one director of the board for an amount of EUR 297 thousand, as of March 31, 2025.

The group is engaged in a distribution agreement with a company controlled by one director of the board. The total value of the purchased finished goods amounts to EUR 106 thousand as of March 31, 2025.

Two directors of the board, Marc Nunes and Stéphane Carville provide or have provided, certain services to Asmodee, regulated under consultancy agreements.

Pursuant to the consultancy agreement with Plume Finance, a wholly owned company of Marc Nunes, the latter was entitled to an annual remuneration of EUR 931 thousand, and he could receive an additional remuneration of up to fifty percent of the annual remuneration. The consultancy agreement was terminated as per December 31, 2024. The expenses for the consultancy agreement provided by Plume Finance / Marc Nunes, amount to EUR 984 thousand in the period between April 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024.

Starting from January 1, 2025, Marc Nunes is entitled to a remuneration as board director, as per the resolution approved by the board on September 2, 2024.

Pursuant to the consultancy agreement executed on 27 August 2024 with Stéphane Carville and Belmontet, a controlled company of Stéphane Carville, the latter is entitled, starting from that date to an annual remuneration of EUR 1,500 thousand. The expenses for the consultancy agreement provided by Belmontet and Stéphane Carville amount to EUR 899 thousand.

Note 11 Material events after the reporting period

No material events after the end of the reporting period.

Separate interim financial statements of Asmodee Group AB

Parent company's income statement

Amounts in m.SEK
Note
Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24 Apr 22-Mar 23
Net sales 28 32 19
Other operating income 9 1 0
Personnel expenses -36
Other external expenses -259 -53 -19
Operating profit/loss -258 -20 0
Impairment shares in subsidiaries
P5
-2,615
Financial net - other -639 -82 -262
Profit/loss after financial items -897 -2,717 -262
Appropriations 201
Profit/loss before tax -897 -2,717 -60
Income tax -7 7 -1
Profit/loss for the period -904 -2,710 -61

Parent company's balance sheet

Amounts in m.SEK Note 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24 31 Mar 23 01 Apr 22
ASSETS
Non-current assets
Shares in Group companies P5 20,897 20,485 24,116 19,683
Receivables from Group companies P5 6,980 7,671 58
Deferred tax assets 7 0
Total financial assets 27,877 28,163 24,174 19,683
Total non-current assets 27,877 28,163 24,174 19,683
Current assets
Receivables from Group companies 1 12 205 0
Other current assets 11 2 8 9
Cash and cash equivalent 949
Total current assets 961 14 213 9
Total assets 28,838 28,177 24,387 19,692
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Restricted equity P3 1 0 0 0
Unrestricted equity P3 21,885 27,272 22,473 16,612
Total equity 21,886 27,272 22,473 16,612
Provisions
Other provisions P3 906 1,835 2,935
Total provisions 906 1,835 2,935
Non-current liabilities
Bonds 6,800
Loans from shareholders 51
Total non-current liabilities 6,800 51
Current liabilities
Loans from shareholders 28 3
Trade payables 2
Liabilities to Group companies 49
Other current liabilities 1 0 1 141
Accrued expenses and prepaid income 100
Total current liabilities 152 0 29 144
Total equity & liabilities 28,838 28,177 24,387 19,692

NOTE P1 Parent company's accounting policies

This interim report for the Parent company has been prepared in accordance with Chapter 9 of the Swedish Annual Accounts Act (1995:1554), Interim reports, and the recommendation issued by The Swedish Corporate Reporting Board RFR 2 "Accounting for legal entities".

The Parent company applies the same accounting policies as the Group with the certain exceptions and additions specified in RFR 2 as listed below. Unless otherwise indicated, the accounting policies stated below for the parent company have been applied consistently to all periods presented in the Parent company's financial statements.

The Parent company has previously applied the Swedish Annual Accounts Act (1995:1554) and the general guideline BFNAR 2012:1 (K3) published by The Swedish Accounting Standards Board. Starting from this interim report and as a consequence of the Group's transition to IFRS, the Parent company applies the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and RFR 2. The date of transition to RFR 2 is April 1, 2022. For the Parent company's transition to RFR 2 see note P5.

Presentation currency

The presentation and accounting currency for the Parent company is currently SEK. The Parent company intends to change presentation and accounting currency to EUR starting on April 1, 2025 as a change of accounting currency is only allowed at the start of a new financial year in accordance with Swedish law. A functional currency is not determined for the company in accordance with RFR 2.

All amounts are presented in millions of SEK ("m.SEK"), unless otherwise indicated. Rounding differences may occur.

Income from investments in subsidiaries

Dividends are recognized when the right to receive payment is considered certain. Revenue from divestment of subsidiaries is recognized when control of the subsidiary has been transferred to the acquirer.

Group contributions and shareholder contributions

The Parent company recognizes both received and paid group contributions as appropriations in the income statement in accordance with the alternative method in RFR 2. Shareholder contributions paid by the Parent company are recognized as an increase of shares in subsidiaries in the Parent company. Shareholder contributions received are recognized as an increase of non-restricted equity

Shares in subsidiaries

Shares in subsidiaries are recognized in the Parent company in accordance with the cost method. This means that transaction costs are included in the carrying amount of the investment. If carrying amount exceeds the value of the investment, an impairment loss is recognized in the income statement. Shares in subsidiaries are assessed for impairment at the end of each reporting period. If a previous impairment loss recognized in previous periods no longer exists, it is reversed.

Financial instruments

The Parent company applies the exemption to not apply IFRS 9 Financial Instruments in the legal entity. Instead, the Parent company applies, in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act, the cost method. In the Parent company, non-current financial assets are thus measured at cost and current financial assets are measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value. The Parent company does, however, apply the expected credit loss method (ECL) in accordance with IFRS 9 for financial assets that are debt instruments. Put option liabilities (for the non-controlling interest in the Group) are measured at the amount that the Parent company deems would need to be paid if it was settled at the end of the reporting period. The Parent company applies the exemption to not measure financial guarantee contracts for the benefit of subsidiaries, associates and joint ventures in accordance with IFRS 9. Instead, the Parent company applies the policies for measurement in IAS 37 Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets.

Impairment of financial assets

Financial assets, including intra-group receivables, are subject to impairment for expected credit losses (ECL). For receivables from Group companies and other items subject of expected credit losses, an impairment method with three stages is applied in accordance with IFRS 9. The Parent company applies a rating-based method for assessment of expected credit losses based on the probability of default, expected loss given default and exposure at default. The Parent company assesses that the subsidiaries currently have similar risk profiles and assessment is made on a collective basis. The assessment has been based on the Asmodee Group's credit risk. At the end of the reporting period, the expected credit losses have resulted in a decrease of receivables from Group companies and an impairment loss in the income statement. Expected credit losses for cash and cash equivalents have not been recognized, as the amount has been deemed insignificant.

Note P2 Significant estimates and assumptions

Shares in subsidiaries

Assumptions are made about future conditions to estimate the future cash flows that determine the recoverable amount. The recoverable amount is compared with the carrying amount for shares in subsidiaries and forms the basis for any impairments or reversals. The assumptions that primarily affect the recoverable amount are future earnings development and discount rate. If future external factors and conditions change, assumptions made may be affected leading to a change in carrying value of the shares in subsidiaries. The assumptions used when calculating the value for the shares in subsidiaries correspond in all material aspects to the assumptions used in the impairment test for goodwill as described in the consolidated financial statements of Asmodee Group AB as of and for the financial years ending March 31, 2025, 2024 and 2023.

Note P3 Significant events of the interim period

Refinancing of the Group

On April 16, 2024 Asmodee Group AB entered into a financing agreement with JP Morgan, BNP Paribas, SEB, Société Générale and Swedbank. The financing, denominated in EUR amounts to SEK 10 473 million (EUR 900 million), had a maturity of 18 months and a variable interest of 3,50% + 3 months Euribor. On December 12, 2024 this financing was fully repaid, following to the issuances of bonds by the Company.

On December 12, 2024, the Company raised a new finance by issuing new bonds denominated in EUR of total SEK 10 771 million (EUR 940 million). The total amount comprises SEK 6 875 million (EUR 600 million) of fixed rate bonds issued at par interest rate of 5,750% (paid on semi-annual basis) with maturity date as of December 15, 2029, and SEK 3 896 million (EUR 340 million) of floating rate bonds issued at par with maturity date as of December 15, 2029. The floating rate bond bear interest at a rate equal to three-month Euribor (subject to a 0% floor) plus 3,75% per annum, reset quarterly. The first interest payment on the fixed rate bond is due June 15, 2025.

On February 3, 2025, the Company notified the bondholders of a repayment for SEK 10,771 million (EUR 300, 000 thousand). Following repayment, the aggregated principal amount of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a fixed rate amounts to SEK 3,472 million (EUR 320,000 thousand) and the principal amount of senior secured bonds bearing interest at a floating rate amounts to SEK 3 472 million (EUR 320 000 thousand). As part of the repayment, the company paid a redemption fee of SEK 68 million (EUR 6,000 thousand), presented in the Income statement as Financial net - other.

On December 12, 2024, the Company entered into a lending agreement under which certain lenders provide a Revolving Credit Facility denominated in EUR of up to SEK 1 627 million (EUR 150 million). The Revolving Credit Facility had not been utilized during the period ended March 31, 2025.

Acquisition of the remaining non-controlling interests related to the March 8, 2022 acquisition of Financière Amusee TopCo

On April 19, 2024, the March 2022 shareholders' agreement between the Embracer Group AB and the noncontrolling interest of Financière Amuse Topco was replaced by a new shareholders' agreement. In application of this agreement the put / call options on the non-controlling interests of Financière Amuse Topco (SEK 906 million as of March 31, 2024) were canceled, and the non-controlling interest proceeded at a capital increase in kind in Asmodee Group AB, by contributing the shares they held in Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS as payment for the newly issued 68,806,658 B shares of Asmodee Group AB. As a result of these transactions, the companies Financière Amuse Topco, Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS are all owned at 100% by Asmodee Group AB.

Transactions with an impact on equity

Share capital

Refer to Note 5.1.

Share premium reserve

On April 19, 2024 it was resolved to issue 68,806,658 B shares to the shareholders (excluding Asmodee Group AB) of Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS who contributed the shares they held in Les Nouveaux Amis d'Asmodee SAS and Asmodee III SAS as payment for the shares in Asmodee Group AB. This operation resulted in an share premium reserve of SEK 1 317 million.

On January 24, 2025, the company proceeded at a new share issue (see Note 5.1) resulting in an increase of the share premium reserve of SEK 4 584 million.

Retained earnings

Dividends distributions

On April 11, 2024, a dividend of SEK 14 million was distributed to Embracer Group AB.

On April 16, 2024, a dividend of SEK 9 875 million was distributed to Embracer Group AB.

On April 19, 2024 a dividend of SEK 495 million was distributed to the shareholders other than Embracer Group AB shareholders.

Other: SEK -1 million is related to the September 18, 2024 bonus issue and reduction of share capital and bonus issue.

Note P4 Related party transactions

Transactions with shareholders impacting the change in equity

Refer to Note P3.

Senior executive remuneration and other benefits

On August 27, 2024, in preparation for the admission of trading of the Asmodee shares on Nasdaq Stockholm, Thomas Kœgler was appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of Asmodee. A Board of Directors for Asmodee Group AB has also been appointed and formed, which consists of:

  • Lars Wingefors, Co-Founder and CEO of Embracer, Chair of the Board
  • Kicki Wallje-Lund, Chair of the Board of Embracer, Deputy Chair
  • Stéphane Carville, Former CEO of Asmodee
  • Marc Nunes, Founder and Former COO of Asmodee
  • Jacob Jonmyren, Board Member of Embracer
  • Linda Höljö, COO and CFO of Pophouse Entertainment Group

Remuneration of the Board of Directors

Each Board member receives a fixed amount of remuneration annually to be paid in equal installments during each quarter. Members of board committees will also receive additional remuneration for those on the audit, sustainability committee and remuneration committees. Total amount of remuneration for the Board of directors during the period is SEK 2 340 thousand. In addition, two members of the Board of directors have received compensation as consultants, which has been paid by a subsidiary to the Parent company.

Note P5 Parent company's transition to RFR 2

The Parent company has previously applied the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and BFNAR 2012:1 Annual Accounts and Consolidated Accounts (K3) in the preparation of financial statements. As a result of the Group's transition to IFRS, the Parent company applies the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and RFR 2 Accounting for Legal Entities. The date of the Parent company's transition to RFR 2 is April 1, 2022. The accounting policies included in Note P1 have been applied when the interim report is prepared as of March 31, 2025 and for the historical comparative periods presented. The effect of the transition to RFR 2 is recognized directly against unrestricted equity in the opening balance as of April 1, 2022. Previously published financial information for the periods April 1, 2022 to March 31, 2023 and April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024, prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and BFNAR 2012:1 (K3), has been converted to RFR 2. As a result of applying the expected credit loss model required by RFR 2 (as defined in IFRS 9) the Parent company has recognized an impairment loss of intercompany receivables for the period April 1, 2023 to March 31, 2024 to the amount of SEK 20 million, resulting in an increase in tax income of SEK 4 million. The net

The impact on the balance sheet as of March 31, 2024 for the Parent company related to the ECL impairment is a reduction of the value of inter-company receivables by SEK 20 million, an increase in deferred tax assets by SEK 4 million and a decrease in unrestricted equity by SEK 16 million.

effect on the profit for the period is SEK -16 million. The effects on other periods are insignificant.

The transition to RFR 2 has had no effect on the parent company's cash flow.

As a result of the Group's transition to IFRS, an impairment need was identified on intellectual properties and goodwill as of March 31, 2024. The identified impairment was an indication to further test shares in subsidiaries for impairment, resulting in an impairment loss of SEK 2 615 million as of March 31, 2024. As the Parent company already had published its annual report, the impairment identified is a correction of error.

m.SEK 31 Mar 24
Shares in subsidiaris in the published annual report 23,101
Impairment -2,615
Shares in subsidiaries - corrected value 20,485

The impairment loss is recognized as a part of financial net items in the income statement.

Note P6 Material events after the reporting period

Refer to Note 11 Material events after the reporting period..

Definition of alternative performance measures

In accordance with the guidelines from ESMA (European Securities and Markets Authority), regarding the disclosure of alternative performance measures, the definition and reconciliation of Asmodee's alternative performance measures (APM's) are presented below. The guidelines entail increased disclosures regarding the financial measures that are not defined by IFRS. The performance measures presented below are reported in this report. They are used for internal control and follow-up. Since not all companies calculate financial measures in the same way, these are not always comparable to measures used by other companies.

An important part of Asmodee's strategy is to pursue inorganic growth opportunities through acquisitions, thereby expanding the group's IP portfolio, geographic reach and pool of creative talent. An acquisitive strategy is associated with certain complexity in terms of accounting for business combinations. The board and management of Asmodee believe that it is important to separate the underlying operational performance of the business from impacts arising from acquisitions.

In addition, Asmodee, from time to time, implements strategic programs or initiatives including business restructurings and transformations. In some cases, these initiatives can give rise to one-off costs that are sufficiently material, in the board and management's judgement, to impact the reliable comparison of Asmodee's underlying operating results from period to period.

Certain APM's are thus used to provide internal and external stakeholders the best picture of the underlying operational performance of the business, by the measurement of performance excluding specific items related to historical acquisitions and, when relevant, items affecting comparability

The individual APM's, definitions and purpose are described in more detail in the following table.

Definition of APM's (cont.)

Name Definition Reason for Use
EBITDA Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and
amortization.
EBITDA is reported because this metric is commonly used by
investors, financial analysts and other stakeholders to measure
the Company's financial results.
Adjusted EBITDA EBITDA excluding specific items related to
historical acquisitions and items affecting
comparability
Provide a picture of the underlying operational performance,
by excluding specific items related to historical acquisitions
and items affecting comparability.
Adjusted EBITDA
margin
Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of net sales. Provides an indication of operating profitability
EBIT EBIT (Earning before interests and taxes) equals
the IFRS definition for "Operating profits / losses
This metric is commonly used by investors, financial analysts
and other stakeholders to measure the Company's financial
results
EBIT Margin EBIT as a percentage of Net Sales
Adjusted EBIT Adjusted EBITDA less depreciation and
amortization from which amortization of
publishing and distribution rights of acquired
intangible assets are excluded
Adjusted EBIT in order to provide a true and fair picture of the
underlying operational performance, by excluding specific
items related to historical acquisitions and items affecting
comparability.
Adjusted EBIT
margin
Adjusted EBIT as a percentage of net sales. Provides an indication of operating profitability
Adjusted Net
Profit&Loss
Net profit or loss excluding specific items related
to historical acquisitions and items affecting
comparability net of tax, change in fair value
contingent consideration and put/call options on
non-controlling interests net of tax and Interest
expense contingent consideration net of tax.Net
taxes are calculated using the effective tax rate
Adjusted net profit&loss in order to provide a true and fair
picture of the underlying operational performance.
Adjusted earning
per share
Adjusted net profit or loss divided by the average
number of shares in the period.
Shows earnings per share based on adjusted net profit&loss
Items affecting
comparability
IAC include capital gains and losses from
divestments , impairments, capital gains and
losses from divestments of financial assets, M&A
related costs as well as other items having an
impact on the comparability.
By identifying and excluding these items, analysts can better
compare performance over time and focus on trends in
operating performance
LTM adjusted
EBITDA
Last twelve months adjusted EBITDA as a
cumulative value
Provides a measure to calculate the debt leverage
Organic growth Growth between periods where net sales from
companies acquired/divested in the last five
quarters have been excluded. The current period
is adjusted for differences in exchange rates.
Growth measure for companies that has been part of the
Asmodee Group for more than one year excluding effects of
differences in exchange rates.
Free cash flow
before tax and
capitalized lease
payments
Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures, plus or
minus movements in net working capital
excluding the working capital cash impacts of
adjustments made to EBITDA.
Provide a true and fair picture according to company's
management of the underlying operational performance, by
excluding cash flow from specific items related to historical
acquisitions and items affecting comparability.
Free cash flow
before tax and
capitalized lease
payments
conversion
Free cash flow before tax and capitalized lease
payments divided by Adjusted EBITDA
Provides an indication of the extent to which Adjusted EBITDA
has been converted to cash during the given period, not taking
into account tax and capitalized leases payments
Free cash flow after
tax and capitalized
lease payments
Adjusted EBITDA less capital expenditures, plus or
minus movements in net working capital
excluding the working capital cash impacts of
adjustments made to EBITDA, less cash
payments related to leases not recognized in the
P&L in accordance with IFRS16 and net income
tax paid
Provide a true and fair picture according to company's
management of the underlying operational performance, by
excluding cash flow from specific items related to historical
acquisitions and items affecting comparability.
Free cash flow after
tax and capitalized
lease payments
conversion
Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease
payments divided by Adjusted EBITDA
Provides an indication of the extent to which Adjusted EBITDA
has been converted to cash during the given period
Net Debt (–) / Net
Cash (+) before
M&A commitments
The company's cash and short-term
investments decreased with the company's
short- and long-term interest-bearing liabilities,
leasing liabilities according to IFRS16
Provide a metric to measure the debt before M&A
commitments compared to its liquid assets. This metric is also
used to calculate the Company's financial leverage before
M&A commitments
Name Definition Reason for Use
Leverage ratio on
Net Debt (–) / Net
Cash (+) before
M&A commitments
Net Debt before M&A commitments divided by
the last 12 months Adjusted EBITDA
Provides a measure of financial leverage before M&A
commitments
Net Debt (–) / Net
Cash (+) after M&A
commitments
The company's cash and short-term
investments decreased with the company's
short- and long-term interest-bearing liabilities,
leasing liabilities according to IFRS16, contingent
consideration, put/call on non-controlling
interest, liabilities to employees related to historic
acquisitions and deferred consideration.
The metric is commonly used by investors, financial analysts
and other stakeholders to measure the debt compared to its
liquid assets. This metric is also used for calculating the
Company's financial leverage.
Leverage ratio on
Net Debt (–) / Net
Cash (+) after M&A
commitments
Net Debt after M&A commitments divided by the
last 12 months Adjusted EBITDA
Provides a measure of financial leverage after M&A
commitments

Derivation of APM's

APM Table

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
EBITDA 42,272 3,910 188,646 157,172
Adjusted EBITDA 40,766 42,284 228,188 211,671
Adjusted EBITDA margin 11.9 % 15.2 % 16.7 % 16.4 %
EBIT 30,869 -786,337 116,747 -710,311
Adjusted EBIT 32,833 34,552 198,200 180,957
Adjusted EBIT margin 9.6 % 12.5 % 14.5 % 14.1 %
Adjusted net profit/loss for the period -3,167 -13,298 69,246 144,553
Adjusted Earning per share -0.015 -0.138 0.405 1.500
Items affecting comparability -9,935 803,686 22,210 807,590
LTM Adjusted EBITDA 228,188 211,671
Free cash flow before tax and capitalized lease payments 239,142 229,218
Free cash flow before tax and capitalized lease payments
conversion
105 % 108 %
Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments 197,274 184,823
Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments
conversion
86 % 87 %
Net debt (-) / Net Cash (+) before M&A commitments -409,826 15,275
Net debt (-) / Net Cash (+) after M&A commitments -517,705 -168,403
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) before M&A
commitments
1.8x -0.1x
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) after M&A
commitments
2.3x 0.8x
Net Sales growth 23.0 % 6.3 %
Organic growth 23.6 % 7.7 %
Amortization of publishing and distribution rights 12,715 17,941 51,156 72,195

Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted EBIT

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Operating profit (EBIT) 30,869 -786,338 116,747 -710,312
Depreciation, amortization and impairment 11,403 790,248 71,899 867,484
EBITDA 42,272 3,910 188,646 157,172
Personnel costs related to acquisitions -816 -786 8,087 10,484
Acquisition costs 49 1,000
Items affecting comparability -690 39,110 31,455 43,014
Adjusted EBITDA 40,766 42,284 228,188 211,671
Depreciation, amortization and impairment -11,403 -790,248 -71,899 -867,484
Items affecting comparability -9,245 764,576 -9,245 764,576
Amortization of publishing and distribution rights 12,715 17,941 51,156 72,195
Adjusted EBIT 32,833 34,552 198,200 180,957

EBIT margin

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net sales A 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664
EBIT B 30,869 -786,338 116,747 -710,312
EBIT margin B/A 9.0 % -283.4 % 8.5 % -55.2 %

Adjusted EBITDA margin

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net sales A 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664
Adjusted EBITDA B 40,766 42,284 228,188 211,671
Adjusted EBITDA margin B/A 11.9 % 15.2 % 16.7 % 16.4 %

Adjusted EBIT margin

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net sales A 341,444 277,497 1,368,762 1,287,664
Adjusted EBIT B 32,833 34,552 198,200 180,957
Adjusted EBIT margin B/A 9.6 % 12.5 % 14.5 % 14.1 %

LTM Adjusted EBITDA

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25
Adjusted EBITDA of the period A 228,188
Adjusted EBITDA of the previous year B 211,671
Adjusted EBITDA of the previous period C 211,671
LTM ADJUSTED EBITDA A+B-C 228,188

Net sales organic growth

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Change Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24 Change
Net sales 341,444 277,497 23.0 % 1,368,762 1,287,664 6.3 %
Net sales from acquired or divested companies -2,884 -100 % -19,610 -100 %
Difference in exchange rate -2,016 n.a. -2,975 n.a.
Organic net sales 339,428 274,613 23.6 % 1,365,787 1,268,054 7.7 %

Net debt and financial leverage

Amounts in k.EUR 31 Mar 25 31 Mar 24
Cash and cash equivalents 286,396 99,441
Bonds -633,076
Liabilities to credit institutions -9,576 -29,356
Financial liabilities -855 -3,710
Lease liabilities -52,715 -51,100
Net debt before M&A commitments
A
-409,826 15,275
Put/call options on non-controlling interests -75,826 -154,602
Deferred considerations -705 -2,374
Liabilities to employees related to historical acquisitions -31,348 -26,702
Net debt after M&A commitments
B
-517,705 -168,403
LTM Adjusted EBITDA
C
228,188 211,671
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) before M&A commitments
A/C
1.8x -0.1x
Leverage ratio on Net Debt (–) / Net Cash (+) after M&A commitments
B/C
2.3x 0.8x

Adjusted net profit/loss

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24 Apr 23-Mar 24
Net profit/loss for the period -108 -632,480 4,699 -541,156 -541,156
Adjustments
Personnel costs related to acquisitions -816 -786 8,087 10,484 10,484
Acquisition costs 49 1,000 1,000
Items affecting comparability -9,935 803,686 22,210 807,590 807,590
Amortization of publishing and distribution rights 12,715 17,941 51,156 72,195 72,195
Change in fair value contingent consideration and put/
call options on non-controlling interests
-5,817 -41,064 -160 -101,864 -101,864
Adjustments before tax -3,853 779,826 81,293 789,405 789,405
Tax effects on adjustments 794 -160,644 -16,746 -103,696 -103,696
Adjustments after tax -3,059 619,182 64,547 685,709 685,709
Total -3,167 -13,298 69,246 144,553 144,553
Weighted average number of ordinary shares
outstanding, million
214 96 171 96 96
Adjusted Earning per share, EUR -0.01 -0.14 0.40 1.50 1.50

Free cash flow before and after tax and capitalized lease payments and conversion ratio

Amounts in k.EUR Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Adjusted EBITDA 228,188 211,671
Other non-cash items
Acquisition of intangible assets -12,505 -17,229
Acquisition of property, plant and equipment -4,807 -7,829
Movement in working capital (net of IAC) 28,266 42,605
Free cash flow before tax and capitalized lease payments 239,142 229,218
Conversion rate 104.8 % 108.3 %
Capitalized lease payments -12,993 -13,579
Tax paid -28,875 -30,816
Free cash flow after tax and capitalized lease payments 197,274 184,823
Conversion rate 86.5 % 87.3 %

Items affecting comparability

Amounts in k.EUR Jan-Mar 25 Jan-Mar 24 Apr 24-Mar 25 Apr 23-Mar 24
Other external expenses -1,934 448 30,211 4,352
Personnel expenses 1,480 8,435 1,480 8,435
Profit or loss sale of subsidiaries 6,724 6,724
Goods for resale -236 23,503 -236 23,503
Items affecting comparability in EBITDA -690 39,110 31,455 43,014
Impairment of goodwill 279,301 279,301
Impairment of intangible assets -9,245 485,275 -9,245 485,275
Items affecting comparability in EBIT -9,245 764,576 -9,245 764,576

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