Annual Report • Feb 9, 2012
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"Despite the weak retail market conditions Björn Borg reached unchanged net sales because of the larger investments for the future initiated in 2011. These investments affected our result negatively, but paves the way for future profitable growth. In 2012 we are taking another important step in our continued expansion by establishing Björn Borg in China," said CEO Arthur Engel.
| SEK million | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 123.1 | 115.9 | 536.5 | 536.0 |
| Gross profit margin, % | 52.4 | 56.3 | 51.5 | 53.6 |
| Operating profit | 14.1 | 24.5 | 83.7 | 126.0 |
| Operating margin, % | 11.5 | 21.2 | 15.6 | 23.5 |
| Profit after tax | 49.0 | 17.6 | 100.2 | 90.8 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 1.92 | 0.70 | 4.19 | 3.61 |
| Earnings per share after dilution, SEK | 1.92 | 0.70 | 4.19 | 3.57 |
| Pro forma earnings per share excluding deferred tax revenue, SEK | 0.40 | 0.70 | 2.66 | 3.61 |
| Brand sales* | 384 | 428 | 1,681 | 1,733 |
*Estimated total sales of Björn Borg products at the consumer level, excluding VAT, based on reported sales at the wholesale level.
In 2011 we made several important investments for future growth. We expanded the product offering with sportswear, invested in our operations in the key British market, increased our international e-commerce marketing and opened several new stores. We have also strengthened Björn Borg's organization to handle a further expansion and higher level of brand building activity in both new and established markets. With a stable financial position, we can fund these investments which we view as central to the future development of the brand and the Group.
The past year was also distinguished by continued weak retail sales in Europe. For some of our distributors and retailers, lower than expected sales led to higher inventories and fewer purchases. We are confident that our partners have worked to correct this and that inventories now are generally lower.
Summing up to the year, we saw an increase in brand sales, excluding currency effects, of 1 percent compared with the previous year. We are pleased that several of our smaller markets grew strongly and raised their share of brand sales from 9 percent to 13 percent. At the same time the Group's consolidated sales grew by 5 percent excluding currency effects, which we see as an acceptable outcome given current market conditions. In terms of earnings, the Group was affected according to plan by higher expenses for the forward-looking investments in Björn Borg Sport and our operations in England. Adjusted for these areas, operating expenses were unchanged.
One of our biggest investments in 2011 was the creation of Björn Borg Sport sportswear, where fashion and function are fused with the brand's characteristic colors and patterns. An organization is in place and the first collection has just arrived in stores in seven European markets. The aim is to grow with current partners as well as to additional markets, and we are continuously analyzing potential distributors, primarily in Europe.
An important step in the brand's expansion was the decision in December to establish in China. The fall 2012 launch will begin in Shanghai through Björn Borg's own stores and in major department stores in partnership with a local agent with broad experience in both distribution and retail. We feel that Björn Borg will attract the growing group of fashionconscious young Chinese and see great potential to build strong sales in one of the world's most important consumer markets. This long-term investment is another important step for Björn Borg's future growth.
We will also continue with creative brand building activities that stand out. An important example is the fashion show we are arranging in London in a few weeks, where international artists are taking part in a major outdoor exhibit in connection with London Fashion Week, which we will follow up in social media and other channels. After our head office was moved to new space in Stockholm during the fourth quarter, we can now show the collections and brand in a more appropriate environment.
In 2012 we are concentrating much of our work on the investments we made last year and on getting them to contribute more to the Group's growth and profitability regardless of the market's development. As a whole, I am confident that Björn Borg has now built a strong platform for further expansion.
Arthur Engel, Chief Executive Officer
Brand sales (excluding VAT) decreased by 10 percent to SEK 384 million (428) in the fourth quarter and by 3 percent to SEK 1,681 million (1,733) for the full-year. Adjusted for currency effects in the form of a stronger SEK, brand sales decreased by 10 percent in the fourth quarter but increased by 1 percent for the full-year.
Brand sales in the underwear product area decreased by 6 percent both in the fourth quarter and for the full-year. Underwear accounted for 68 percent (71) of brand sales during the period.
Sales in the licensed footwear product area rose by 58 percent for the year.
Other than bags, where brand sales were largely unchanged compared with 2010, other licensed products saw a decline. In total, licensed product sales rose by 5 percent during the year, mainly due to the increase in footwear sales.
Brand sales in smaller markets increased during the year to 13 percent (9) of total brand sales. Among larger markets, Belgium reported strong growth, while brand sales in
* Estimated total sales of Björn Borg products at the consumer level, excluding VAT, a marginal effect on revenue. based on reported sales at the wholesale level.
** Underwear: Men's and women's underwear, swimwear, socks and adjacent products. Licensed products: Footwear, bags, fragrances, eyewear and sportswear.
Sweden were unchanged. Declines were noted in Norway, Denmark and the Netherlands. The Netherlands saw a slight recovery during the second half-year, however, after a weaker first half. Among smaller markets, Finland, Germany, Austria and the Baltic countries continued to post strong sales trends.
Sales began in Italy and France during the year through new distributors, though starting from a low level.
During the year the Group expanded its own footwear distribution to include the Baltic countries.
During the quarter new stores opened in Bruges, Belgium and in the Väla mall near Helsingborg, Sweden. A previous franchise in Helsingborg was taken over by Björn Borg. As of December 31 2011 there were a total of 56 (47) Björn Borg stores, of which 15 (10) are Group-owned.
Since January 2011 Björn Borg has a subsidiary owned to 51 %, Björn Borg Sport, for production of fashionable and functional sportswear together with the minority owner, the Dutch distributor. The creation of a separate, Netherlandsbased clothing business is another element in the strategy to focus on the core business – underwear – based in Stockholm. The clothing collections, both women's and men's, mainly focus on functional yet distinctly fashionable sportswear. The products are sold to distributors in Björn Borg's existing markets, with an initial emphasis on larger markets. The first collection was delivered to retailers at the end of 2011.
As announced in December 2011, Björn Borg has decided to launch the brand in China. The new business is being established together with an experienced local partner through a new company with Björn Borg as principal owner. The plan is to start sales in Shanghai during the second half-year 2012, primarily through Björn Borg stores and shop-in-shops in large department stores, offering underwear, sportswear, footwear and bags. The plan also includes e-commerce. The venture is expected to result in a charge against the Group's operating profit in 2012 of not more than SEK 10 million with
Sales increased but operating profit fell during the last quarter of the year.
Group sales during the fourth quarter amounted to SEK 123.1 million (115.9), an increase of 6 percent. Excluding currency effects, net sales increased by 7 percent. The establishment of Björn Borg Sport and the English operations made a positive contribution to group sales. The Swedish product company's underwear orders for the spring/summer collection, which were partly recognized in fourth quarter revenue, were slightly lower than the previous year and some scheduled deliveries were delayed until the first quarter of 2012. Retail sales rose, while sales at the wholesale level fell slightly. External brand revenue also fell as a result of lower brand sales during the quarter.
Group sales for the full-year amounted to SEK 536.5 million (536.0), largely unchanged from the previous year. Excluding currency effects, net sales increased by 5 percent. Lower sales volumes for the Christmas collection from the product company during the third quarter, which were related to inventory corrections by distributors and retailers, contributed negatively to sales for the year. The establishment of Björn Borg Sport and the British operations made a positive contribution to group sales, while the Group's footwear sales decreased after the footwear operations were licensed out in 2010. The Group's retail sales rose, while wholesale operations fell slightly. External brand revenue fell slightly, in line with the lower brand sales during the year.
The gross profit margin for the fourth quarter decreased to 52.4 percent (56.3). The margin within Björn Borg Sport is lower than in other operations, which contributed negatively to the Group's total margin. Excluding Björn Borg Sport, the margin would have been largely unchanged compared with the full-year 2010.
Operating profit decreased during the quarter by 42 per cent to SEK 14.1 million (24.5) with an operating margin of 11.5 percent (21.2). The investments in Björn Borg Sport and the British operations reduced operating profit according to plan by SEK 0.7 million and SEK 0.8 million, respectively. The product company's underwear operations have been negatively affected by current market conditions and contributed less to the Group's operating profit than in 2010.
Operating profit has been charged with one-off expenses related to the move to the new head office during the quarter, including impairments related to the previous office. The new company Björn Borg Sport raised operating expenses by SEK 5.7 million, of which SEK 0.4 million are one-off expenses limited to 2011. Excluding Björn Borg Sport, the Group's operations in England and one-off move-related expenses, the Group's operating expenses were largely unchanged compared with the same quarter in 2010. Profit before tax decreased to SEK 15.0 million (24.2).
Uncertainty about whether the Group could fully utilize the entire tax loss carryforwards in the dormant company Björn Borg Services has now been assuaged, thanks to which deferred tax assets of approximately SEK 38 million have been recognized with a corresponding effect on profit.
The gross profit margin for the full-year 2011 decreased to 51.5 percent (53.6). As mentioned above, Björn Borg Sport contributed negatively to the Group's total margin. Excluding Björn Borg Sport, the margin instead would have risen slightly compared with 2010.
Operating profit decreased during the year by 34 percent to SEK 83.7 million (126.0) with an operating margin of 15.6 percent (23.5). The investments in Björn Borg Sport and the British operations reduced operating profit according to plan by SEK 10.8 million and SEK 4.3 million, respectively. Hence, operating profit net of these investments was SEK 98.6 million. Further, the product company's underwear operations showed a significant decrease in operating profit compared with 2010. However the major part fo this decrease is related to currency effects from a strengthened SEK. Profit before tax decreased to SEK 84.6 million (124.0).
The new company Björn Borg Sport raised operating expenses by SEK 25.2 million, of which SEK 9.8 million are one-off expenses limited to 2011. Further investments in personnel and the operations in the British market have led
| Sales, SEK thousands | Operating profit, SEK thousands | Operating margin | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business segment | Revenue source | 2011 | 2010 | 2011 | 2010 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Brand | Royalties | 80,317 | 89,655 | 16,613 | 23,057 | 21% | 26% |
| Product development | Products | 377,448 | 394,997 | 35,915 | 67,249 | 10% | 17% |
| Wholesale operations | Wholesale revenues | 230,778 | 214,950 | 37,010 | 37,356 | 16% | 17% |
| Retail | Retailers | 62,191 | 53,839 | –5,832 | –1,657 | –9% | –3% |
| Less internal sales | –214,225 | –217,401 | – | – | – | – | |
| Total | 536,509 | 536,040 | 83,706 | 126,005 | 16% | 24% |
to higher operating expenses. Excluding Björn Borg Sport and England, the Group's operating expenses were unchanged compared with 2010.
Deferred tax assets of approximately SEK 38 million related to the dormant company Björn Borg Services were recognized during the year and had a corresponding effect on profit.
The Group consists of ten companies that operate under the Björn Borg brand on every level from product development to wholesaling and consumer sales in its own Björn Borg stores.
As of January 1, 2011 the company has streamlined the segment previously called "Brand and other," which also included the Parent Company's sales and expenses. The segment is now called "Brand" and comprises only brandrelated operations, which the company believes provides a clearer description of this segment and is in line with the Group's internal reporting. The Parent Company's income statement has been divided by segment based on various distribution keys. Moreover, U.S. operations, which today are limited to e-commerce, have been moved from Wholesale to Retail, similar to the international e-commerce operations that are already part of the Retail segment. Figures for 2010 have been restated due to these adjustments and the new basis of distribution.
The Brand segment primarily consists of royalty revenue and expenses associated with the brand.
Net sales in 2011 reached SEK 80.3 million (89.7), a decrease of 10 percent. External sales amounted to SEK 47.4 million (49.6). The decrease was largely due to slightly lower brand sales during the year.
Operating profit amounted to SEK 16.6 million (23.1), a decrease of 28 percent for the period. The operating profit was due to lower net sales in the segment and higher expenses for brand protection, among other things.
The Björn Borg Group has global responsibility for development, design and production of underwear and adjacent products, as well as functional sportswear through Björn Borg Sport.
The business segment's net sales amounted to SEK 377.4 million (395.0) in 2011, a decrease of 4 percent. External sales amounted to SEK 251.3 million (271.1), a decrease of 7 percent compared with the same period in 2010. Weak sales of the Christmas collection through the Group's product company during the third quarter was the single biggest reason for the decline during the year, while Björn Borg Sport contributed positively. A weaker U.S. dollar has significantly affected sales in a negative direction.
Operating profit decreased to SEK 35.9 million (67.2) as a result of lower sales primarily during the third quarter as well as increased expenses for Björn Borg Sport. A weaker U.S. dollar has also adversely affected operating profit.
The Björn Borg Group is the exclusive wholesaler for underwear and adjacent products in Sweden and England as well as for footwear in Sweden, Finland and the Baltic countries.
Net sales in wholesale operations increased by 7 percent in 2011 to SEK 230.8 million (215.0). External sales amounted to SEK 179.3 million (165.5).
Operating profit amounted to SEK 37.0 million (37.4). A
weaker USD has affected gross profit and operating profit positively, while the investment in the British operations has meant higher operating expenses.
The Björn Borg Group owns and operates thirteen stores in the Swedish market that sell underwear, adjacent products, footwear and licensed products. Additionally, Björn Borg operates two factory outlets as well as a web shop in the U.S. and one for international sales.
Net sales in Retail amounted to SEK 62.2 million (53.8) in 2011, an increase of 16 percent. External sales increased by 17 percent to SEK 58.5 million (49.9). Björn Borg stores posted a positive sales trend, while outlet sales were unchanged. For comparable Björn Borg stores, sales fell by 5 percent. E-commerce noted continued sales growth, but from a low level.
The operating loss for the half-year amounted to SEK 5.8 million, against a year-earlier loss of SEK 1.7 million, partly due to increased operating expenses from the web venture and the opening of new Group-owned stores during the year.
Intra-Group sales amounted to SEK 214.2 million (217.4) for the period.
The Björn Borg Group is active in an industry with seasonal variations. Sales and earnings vary by quarter. With the current product mix, the second quarter is generally the weakest in terms of profit. See the figure on quarterly net sales and operating profit on page 4.
Cash flow from operating activities in the Group amounted to SEK 91.2 million (81.1) for the full-year 2011. A lower operating profit was offset by a slightly less tied-up working capital compared with 2010. For example, the net of accounts receivable less accounts payable improved by SEK 8.9 million. Accounts receivable rose by SEK 6.9 million compared with 31 December 2010, which is reasonable considering the corresponding increase in sales in the fourth quarter. The company does not anticipate an increased credit risk due to the higher accounts receivable as of the closing date. Inventories have increased by SEK 8.3 million due to stock in new stores as well as the recently launched British operations. The company's activities to reduce tied-up capital have resulted in lower inventory volumes for comparable operations.
Total investments in tangible and intangible non-current assets amounted to SEK 25.4 million (7.4) for the year, the large part of which relates to the establishment of Björn Borg Sport in the Netherlands and store renovations.
The Björn Borg Group's cash & cash equivalents and shortterm investments amounted to SEK 158.0 million (229.8) at year-end. During the year cash & cash equivalents decreased by SEK 71.8 million, compared with a year-earlier decrease of SEK 66.7 million. This was mainly due to the distribution to shareholders of SEK 130.8 million (125.7) during the period. The equity/assets ratio was 72.1 percent (75.8).
No changes have occurred with regard to pledged assets and contingent liabilities compared with December 31, 2010.
The average number of employees in the Group in 2011 was 131 (100), of whom 79 (63) were women.
Board member Fabian Månsson acquired 4 percent of the shares in the subsidiary Björn Borg Sport in 2011. No transactions have otherwise been executed with related parties.
In its operations, the Björn Borg Group is exposed to risks and uncertainties. Other than an increased currency exposure resulting from the establishment of the new subsidiary in the Netherlands, information on the Group's risks and uncertainties can be found on pages 37–38 and in note 3 in the annual report 2010.
There are no significant events to report following the conclusion of the report period.
Björn Borg AB (publ) is primarily engaged in intra-Group activities. The company also owns 100 percent of the shares in Björn Borg Brands AB, Björn Borg Footwear AB, Björn Borg Inc. and Björn Borg Services AB (dormant). In addition, the company owns 80 percent of the shares in Björn Borg UK and 51 percent of the shares in Björn Borg Sport BV.
The Parent Company's net sales for the fourth quarter amounted to SEK 15.9 million (16.1). For the full-year 2011 the Parent Company's net sales amounted to SEK 46.2 million (45.8).
Profit before tax amounted to SEK 130.5 million (128.2) for the fourth quarter and SEK 101.9 million (99.4) for the full-year 2011. Cash & cash equivalents and short-term investments amounted to SEK 122.3 million (217.3) on December 31, 2011. Investments in tangible and intangible non-current assets for the period amounted to SEK 6.1 million (0.8).
Björn Borg currently has 25,148,384 shares outstanding.
The financial objectives of Björn Borg's operations for the period 2010–2014 are as follows:
The long-term objective will be achieved if established markets grow slightly below the average growth target and new markets contribute stronger growth. At the start of the period sales growth could fall below the target, since several new markets are being added.
Surplus liquidity generated by meeting the new financial objectives will be distributed gradually over the forecast period, starting in 2010.
Operating investments are expected to fall in the range of 2–5 percent of net sales depending on the addition of any new Björn Borg stores.
The Board of Directors has decided to recommend to the Annual General Meeting 2012 that a distribution of SEK 4.00 (5.20) per share be paid for the financial year 2011, corresponding to 95 percent of net income; see above regarding financial objectives and dividend. As proposed, the distribution would be paid through an automatic redemption, whereby every share is divided into a common share and a redemption share. The redemption share will then automatically be redeemed for SEK 4.00 per share. Payment for the redemption share, contingent on the approval of the AGM, is expected to be made around June 8, 2012.
The Board of Directors' proposal corresponds to a transfer to shareholders of SEK 100.6 million (130.8). For 2010 a distribution of SEK 5.20 was paid per share, corresponding to 144 percent of net income.
The annual report for 2011 will be available on the company's website in mid-March 2012.
The Annual General Meeting for the financial year 2011 will be held in Stockholm at 6 p.m. (CET) on May 3, 2012.
This interim report has been prepared in accordance with the Annual Accounts Act, RFR 1 Additional Accounting Regulations for Consolidated Groups (December 2010) and IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting, and for the Parent Company in accordance with the Annual Accounts Act and RFR 2 Accounting in Legal Entities (December 2010).
Due to the amendments to RFR 2 Accounting in Legal Entities which entered into force and apply for the financial year 2011, Group contributions are no longer recognized in equity. A Group contribution that the Parent Company receives from a subsidiary is recognized according to the same principles as ordinary dividends from subsidiaries as financial income. The Parent Company received Group contributions only in 2011 and 2010. Comparative figures have been restated in accordance with the above-mentioned principle.
Other than what is mentioned above, the same accounting and valuation principles were applied during the year as in 2010, as described on page 47 of the annual report 2010, with the exceptions indicated below.
The new and revised IFRS and the interpretations from IFRIC applied by the Group as of January 1, 2011 have not had a significant impact on the Group's results or financial position.
This interim report has not been reviewed by the company's auditors.
As a policy, the company does not issue earnings forecasts.
Condensed
| SEK thousands | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 123,100 | 115,893 | 536,509 | 536,040 |
| Cost of goods sold | –58,562 | –50,677 | –260,295 | –248,844 |
| Gross profit | 64,538 | 65,216 | 276,214 | 287,196 |
| Distribution expenses | –31,548 | –27,621 | –124,773 | –106,643 |
| Administrative expenses | –15,487 | –10,104 | –54,524 | –41,037 |
| Development expenses | –3,360 | –2,978 | –13,211 | –13,511 |
| Operating profit | 14,143 | 24,513 | 83,706 | 126,005 |
| Net financial items | 883 | –363 | 920 | –2,010 |
| Profit before tax | 15,026 | 24,150 | 84,626 | 123,995 |
| Tax | 33,934 | –6,581 | 15,524 | –33,232 |
| Profit for the period | 48,960 | 17,569 | 100,150 | 90,763 |
| Profit attributable to: | ||||
| Parent Company's shareholders | 48,371 | 17,723 | 105,468 | 90,897 |
| Minority interests | 589 | –154 | –5,318 | –134 |
| Other comprehensive income | ||||
| Translation adjustments for foreign operations | 298 | 32 | –131 | 253 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 49,258 | 17,601 | 100,019 | 91,017 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to: | ||||
| Parent Company's shareholders | 48,669 | 17,755 | 105,337 | 91,150 |
| Minority interests | 589 | –154 | –5,318 | –134 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 1.92 | 0.70 | 4.19 | 3.61 |
| Earnings per share after dilution, SEK | 1.92 | 0.70 | 4.19 | 3.57 |
| Pro forma earnings per share excluding deferred tax revenue posted Dec. 31, 2011, SEK | 0.40 | 0.70 | 2.66 | 3.61 |
| Number of shares | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 |
| Weighted average number of shares | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 | 25,148,384 |
| Effect of dilution* | – | 267,798 | 32,190 | 321,818 |
| Weighted average number of shares after full dilution | 25,148,384 | 25,416,182 | 25,180,574 | 25,470,202 |
* Björn Borg has an incentive program, 2008:2, based on warrants in Björn Borg. For more detailed information, see page 53 of the annual report 2010.
| Condensed | ||
|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |
| SEK thousands | 2011 | 2010 |
| Non-current assets | ||
| Goodwill | 13,944 | 13,944 |
| Trademarks | 187,532 | 187,532 |
| Other intangible assets | 6,311 | 6,858 |
| Tangible non-current assets | 14,741 | 7,808 |
| Deferred tax assets | 43,194 | 6,438 |
| Total non-current assets | 265,722 | 222,580 |
| Current assets | ||
| Inventories, etc. | 34,559 | 26,239 |
| Accounts receivable | 57,843 | 50,993 |
| Other current receivables | 34,134 | 34,351 |
| Short-term investments | – | 35,567 |
| Cash & cash equivalents | 158,042 | 194,275 |
| Total current assets | 284,578 | 341,425 |
| Total assets | 550,300 | 564,005 |
| Equity and liabilities | ||
| Equity | 396,962 | 427,276 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 47,539 | 48,189 |
| Other non-current liabilities | 28,754 | 34,724 |
| Accounts payable | 25,703 | 9,987 |
Other current liabilities 51,342 43,829 Total equity and liabilities 550,300 564,005
Condensed
| SEK thousands | Equity attributable to Parent Company's shareholders |
Non- controlling interests |
Total equity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Opening balance, January 1, 2010 | 460,842 | 114 | 460,956 |
| Total comprehensive income for the year | 91,150 | –134 | 91,017 |
| Dividend for 2009 | –125,742 | – | –125,742 |
| Non-controlling interests that arose through formation of subsidiaries | – | 1,046 | 1,046 |
| Closing balance, December 31, 2010 | 426,250 | 1,026 | 427,276 |
| Opening balance, January 1, 2011 | 426,250 | 1,026 | 427,276 |
| Total comprehensive income for the year | 105,337 | –5,318 | 100,019 |
| Distribution 2010 | –130,772 | – | –130,772 |
| Non-controlling interests that arose through formation of subsidiaries | – | 438 | 438 |
| Closing balance, December 31, 2011 | 400,815 | –3,854 | 396,962 |
| Condensed | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK thousands | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | ||||
| Before change in working capital | 27,210 | 29,830 | 85,705 | 101,700 |
| Change in working capital | 54,027 | 33,548 | 5,517 | –20,568 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 81,237 | 63,378 | 91,223 | 81,132 |
| Investments in intangible non-current assets | –2,007 | –44 | –12,110 | –4,878 |
| Investments in tangible non-current assets | –5,350 | –552 | –13,325 | –2,498 |
| Investments in financial non-current assets | – | – | – | –9,046 |
| Sale of tangible non-current assets | –436 | 161 | – | 161 |
| Investments in short-term investments | – | –20,567 | – | –35,567 |
| Sale of short-term investments | 16,291 | – | 35,567 | – |
| Cash flow from investing activities | 8,497 | –21,001 | 10,132 | –51,828 |
| Dividend/distribution | – | – | –130,772 | –125,742 |
| Amortization of loans | –1,602 | –1,541 | –6,411 | –6,164 |
| Change in long-term liabilities | – | – | 441 | -- |
| Cash flow from financing activities | –1,602 | –1,541 | –136,742 | –131,906 |
| Cash flow for the period | 88,133 | 40,836 | –35,387 | –102,602 |
| Cash & cash equivalents at beginning of period | 70,467 | 153,174 | 194,275 | 296,484 |
| Exchange rate difference in cash & cash equivalents | –558 | 266 | –846 | 394 |
| Cash & cash equivalents at end of period | 158,042 | 194,275 | 158,042 | 194,275 |
Group
| SEK thosands | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gross profit margin, % | 52.4 | 56.3 | 51.5 | 53.6 |
| Operating margin, % | 11.5 | 21.2 | 15.6 | 23.5 |
| Profit margin, % | 12.2 | 20.8 | 15.8 | 23.1 |
| Return on capital employed, % | 19.5 | 25.7 | 19.5 | 25.7 |
| Return on average equity, % | 25.6 | 20.5 | 25.6 | 20.5 |
| Profit attributable to Parent Company's shareholders | 48,371 | 17,723 | 105,468 | 90,897 |
| Equity/assets ratio, % | 72.1 | 75.8 | 72.1 | 75.8 |
| Equity per share, SEK | 15.78 | 16.99 | 15.78 | 16.99 |
| Investments in intangible non-current assets | 2,007 | 44 | 12,110 | 4,878 |
| Investments in tangible non-current assets | 5,350 | 552 | 13,325 | 2,498 |
| Investments in financial non-current assets | – | – | – | 9,046 |
| Depreciation and impairment losses for the period | –2,424 | –1,755 | –17,165 | –7,136 |
| Average number of employees | 131 | 100 | 131 | 100 |
| Group | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK thousands | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
| Operating revenue | ||||
| Brand | ||||
| External revenue | 9,510 | 10,346 | 47,435 | 49,582 |
| Internal revenue | 6,968 | 8,821 | 32,882 | 40,074 |
| 16,478 | 19,167 | 80,317 | 89,655 | |
| Product development | ||||
| External revenue | 50,818 | 45,947 | 251,277 | 271,135 |
| Internal revenue | 30,136 | 28,318 | 126,171 | 123,861 |
| 80,954 | 74,264 | 377,448 | 394,997 | |
| Wholesale | ||||
| External revenue | 43,139 | 44,800 | 179,341 | 165,447 |
| Internal revenue | 12,523 | 14,582 | 51,437 | 49,503 |
| 55,662 | 59,382 | 230,778 | 214,950 | |
| Retail | ||||
| External revenue | 19,633 | 14,801 | 58,456 | 49,876 |
| Internal revenue | 1,782 | 1,474 | 3,735 | 3,963 |
| 21,415 | 16,275 | 62,191 | 53,839 | |
| Less internal sales | –51,409 | –53,195 | –214,225 | –217,401 |
| Operating revenue | 123,100 | 115,893 | 536,509 | 536,040 |
| Operating profit | ||||
| Brand | –359 | 3,425 | 16,613 | 23,057 |
| Product development | 6,503 | 10,847 | 35,915 | 67,249 |
| Wholesale | 7,300 | 7,135 | 37,010 | 37,356 |
| Retail | 699 | 3,106 | –5,832 | –1,657 |
| Operating profit | 14,143 | 24,513 | 83,706 | 126,005 |
| Group | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK thousands | Q4 2011 |
Q3 2011 |
Q2 2011 |
Q1 2011 |
Q4 2010 |
Q3 2010 |
Q2 2010 |
Q1 2010 |
| Net sales | 123,100 | 160,150 | 101,937 | 151,321 | 115,893 | 170,998 | 100,770 | 148,379 |
| Gross profit margin, % | 52.4 | 50.6 | 53.3 | 50.4 | 56.3 | 52.6 | 55.1 | 51.6 |
| Operating profit | 14,143 | 32,976 | 8,190 | 28,398 | 24,513 | 51,516 | 13,939 | 36,037 |
| Operating margin, % | 11.5 | 20.6 | 8.0 | 18.8 | 21.2 | 30.1 | 13.8 | 24.3 |
| Profit after financial items | 15,026 | 32,664 | 8,903 | 28,033 | 24,150 | 49,772 | 14,644 | 35,429 |
| Profit margin, % | 12.2 | 20.4 | 8.7 | 18.5 | 20.8 | 29.1 | 14.5 | 23.9 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 1.92 | 1.05 | 0.33 | 0.89 | 0.70 | 1.46 | 0.43 | 1.03 |
| Earnings per share after dilution, SEK | 1.92 | 1.05 | 0.33 | 0.88 | 0.70 | 1.44 | 0.42 | 1.01 |
| Number of Björn Borg stores at end of period | 56 | 54 | 54 | 50 | 47 | 46 | 46 | 46 |
| of which Björn Borg-owned stores | 15 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Brand sales | 384,133 | 551,267 | 314,967 | 431,029 | 428,234 | 506,572 | 338,253 | 460,156 |
Condensed
| SEK thousands | Oct – Dec 2011 |
Oct – Dec 2010 |
Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 15,919 | 16,111 | 46,208 | 45,818 |
| Cost of goods sold | –151 | –140 | –550 | –368 |
| Gross profit | 15,768 | 15,971 | 45,658 | 45,450 |
| Distribution expenses | –11,639 | –10,100 | –43,076 | –44,742 |
| Administrative expenses | –4,477 | –3,885 | –16,568 | –17,208 |
| Development expenses | –1,790 | –1,554 | –6,627 | –6,883 |
| Operating profit/loss | –2,138 | 432 | –20,613 | –23,383 |
| Dividend from subsidiary | 100,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 | 100,000 |
| Group contributions received | 35,235 | 30,611 | 35,235 | 30,611 |
| Net financial items | –2,636 | –2,882 | –12,724 | –7,829 |
| Profit before tax | 130,461 | 128,161 | 101,898 | 99,399 |
| Appropriations | 4,002 | 818 | 4,002 | 818 |
| Tax | – | –39 | – | –39 |
| Profit for the period | 134,463 | 128,940 | 105,900 | 100,178 |
| Other comprehensive income | – | – | – | – |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 134,463 | 128,940 | 105,900 | 100,178 |
| Condensed | ||
|---|---|---|
| SEK thousands | Dec 31 2011 |
Dec 31 2010 |
| Non-current assets | ||
| Intangible non-current assets | 1,220 | 1,686 |
| Tangible non-current assets | 6,617 | 2,830 |
| Shares in Group companies | 321,227 | 320,771 |
| Total non-current assets | 329,064 | 325,287 |
| Current assets | ||
| Receivables from Group companies | 201,914 | 47,801 |
| Current receivables | 6,737 | 4,597 |
| Short-term investments | – | 35,567 |
| Cash & cash equivalents | 122,271 | 181,742 |
| Total current assets | 330,922 | 269,707 |
| Total assets | 659,986 | 594,994 |
| Equity and liabilities | ||
| Equity | 164,302 | 189,174 |
| Untaxed reserves | 2,538 | 6,540 |
| Amounts owed to Group companies | 476,120 | 383,256 |
| Accounts payable | 7,200 | 2,913 |
| Other current liabilities | 9,826 | 13,111 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 659,986 | 594,994 |
Condensed
| SEK thousands | Full-year 2011 |
Full-year 2010 |
|---|---|---|
| Opening balance | 189,174 | 214,738 |
| Dividend/distribution | –130,772 | –125,742 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 105,900 | 100,178 |
| Closing balance | 164,302 | 189,174 |
Net sales less cost of goods sold divided by net sales.
Operating profit as a percentage of net sales.
Profit before tax as a percentage of net sales.
Equity/assets ratio Equity as a percentage of total assets.
Profit after financial items (over a rolling 12-month period) plus financial expenses as a percentage of average capital employed.
Net profit (over a rolling 12-month period) according to the income statement as a percentage of average equity. Average equity is calculated by adding equity at January 1 to equity at December 31 and dividing by two.
Earnings per share in relation to the weighted average number of shares during the period.
Earnings per share adjusted for any dilution effect.
Estimated total sales of Björn Borg products at the consumer level, excluding VAT, based on reported sales at the wholesale level.
The Board of Directors and the CEO certify that the year-end report provides a true and fair overview of the operations, financial position and results of the Parent Company and the Group and describes the material risks and uncertainties faced by the Parent Company and the companies in the Group.
Fredrik Lövstedt Chairman
Nils Vinberg Vice Chairman
Monika Elling Board Member Kerstin Hessius Board Member
Fabian Månsson Board Member
Mats H Nilsson Board Member
Vilhelm Schottenius Board Member
Michael Storåkers Board Member
Arthur Engel President and CEO
The Group, which owns the Björn Borg trademark, is focused on underwear. Through licensees it also offers clothing, footwear, bags, eyewear and fragrances. Björn Borg products are sold in around twenty markets, of which Sweden and the Netherlands are the largest. The Björn Borg Group has operations at every level from branding to consumer sales through its own Björn Borg stores. Total sales of Björn Borg products in 2011 amounted to about SEK 1.7 billion at the consumer level, excluding VAT. Group net sales amounted to SEK 537 million in 2011, with 131 employees. The Björn Borg share is listed on Nasdaq OMX Nordic in Stockholm since 2007.
The annual report in March 2012. The Annual General Meeting for 2012 will be held on May 3, 2012. The interim report January – March 2012 will be released at 6 p.m. (CET) on May 3, 2012. The interim report January – June 2012 will be released on August 22, 2012. The interim report January – September 2012 will be released on November 9, 2012.
For further information, please contact: Arthur Engel, President and CEO, telephone +46 8 506 33 700 Magnus Teeling, CFO, telephone +46 8 506 33 700
Björn Borg AB Tulegatan 11 SE-113 53 Stockholm, Sweden www.bjornborg.com
Björn Borg is required to make public the information in this report in accordance with the Securities Market Act. The information was released for publication on February 9, 2012 at 7:30 am (CET).
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