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Cary Group Holding

Earnings Release Feb 11, 2022

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Cary group

Smarter solutions for sustainable car care

Interim report: Fourth quarter 2021

Strong organic growth and continued European expansion

Fourth quarter 2021

  • Net revenue increased by 53% to SEK 532 million (349). · Adjusted EBITAincreased to SEK 36 million (20),
  • corresponding to an adjusted EBITA margin of 6.7% (5.9).
  • · Operating profit (EBIT) amounted to SEK 13 million (11).
  • · Adjusted operating profit (EBIT) increased to SEK 22 million (13).
  • Adjusted profit for the period amounted to SEK 20 million (-20).
  • Earnings per share, basic and diluted, totalled SEK 0.10 (-0.19).
  • Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK -33 . million (5).

Full year 2021

  • Net revenue increased by 30% to SEK 2,141 million (1,651).
  • Adjusted EBITA increased to SEK 294 million (247), corresponding to an adjusted EBITA margin of 13.7% (15.0).
  • Operating profit (EBIT) amounted to SEK 171 million (211).
  • · Adjusted operating profit (EBIT) amounted to SEK 250 million (219).
  • Adjusted profit for the period amounted to SEK 92 million (54).
  • Earnings per share, basic and diluted, totalled SEK 0.21 (0.45).
  • Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 175 million (205).
  • · Given the company's high acquisition rate, the Board of Directors proposes that no dividend should be paid for 2021.

Costs affecting comparability amounted to SEK 9 million (2) in the fourth quarter of 2021 and SEK 79 million (8) for full year 2021.

Significant events during the fourth quarter

  • · In December, Cary Group signed an agreement to acquire 75% of Zentrale Autoglas GmbH, one of Germany's leading providers of vehicle glass repair and replacement, primarily for buses and campervans.
  • . In December, Cary Group signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Portuguese company Glass Co S.A., owner of "Express Class", which operates a vehicle glass repair and replacement business in Portugal.
  • · In December, Cary Group signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Norwegian company MPS Bilskade AS, which operates within both minor and major vehicle damage repair. The acquisition represents an expansion on the Norwegian market for existing customers and strengthens Cary Group's market position in Norway.

Significant events after the fourth quarter

• Cary Group has entered into an agreement to expand the existing credit facility by SEK 1,050 million to a total of SEK 3,100 million.

Financial summary

. Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 △% 2021 2020 △%
Net sales 532 349 53% 2,141 1,651 30%
Organic growth 30 -1 8% 100 -84 6%
Acquisitions and divestments 148 39 42% 392 130 24%
Exchange rate effects 6 -6 2% -2 -23 -0%
EBITA 27 18 50% 215 239 -10%
EBITA-margin, % 5.1% 5.1% 10.0% 14.5%
Adjusted EBITA® રૂદ 20 75% 294 247 19%
Adjusted EBITA-margin, %11 6.7% 5.9% 13.7% 15.0%
Operating result (EBIT) 13 11 19% 171 211 -19%
Adjusted EBIT" 22 13 62% 250 219 14%
Profit for the period 13 -22 n.a. 29 48 -39%
Adjusted profit for the period™ 20 -20 n.a. 92 54 69%
Earnings per share before and after dilution, SEK 0.10 -0.19 0.21 0.45
Cash flow from operating activities -33 5 n.a. 175 205 -15%
Cash conversion1) 97.9% 92.1% 94.0% 92.3%
Net Debt/EBITDA" 2.5 4.9 2.5 4.9
Return on Capital Employed" 10.0% 11.5% 10.0% 11.5%

17These are alternative performance measures. Refer to Note 9, Alternative performance measures, page 20-21 for reconcillation and page 23 for definitions.

CEO's comments

Strong organic growth and continued European expansion

When summing up 2021 and our early days as a listed company, it is clear that the business has continued to develop strongly. Sales increased by 30% overall in 2021, totalling SEK 2,141 million (1,651), primarily as a result of the acquisitions made during the year. Despite the ongoing pandemic, with lockdowns in countries including Norway and the UK, the Group's organic growth also increased by 6% in 2021. It is pleasing to be able to report strong organic growth in sales for the year, despite the impact of Covid-19. It should be added that the stock exchange listing was a large-scale project that required a great deal of time and resources. I consider it an indication of the strength of Cary Group that we were still able to take our opportunities to increase growth through acquisitions. In the fourth quarter of 2021, which is seasonally the weakest, Cary Group's net revenue increased by 53% overall, totalling SEK 532 million (349), with organic sales growth of 8%, driven primarily by strong demand and growth in Sweden.

We continued to take major steps in the implementation of our acquisition strategy during the year. In 2021 we have announced 19 acquisitions with a total annual revenue of SEK 1 billion. We want to continue to grow from our already strong positions on our respective markets and we aim to be one of the market leaders in Europe. We believe there is a need for another major player that can develop the offering within vehicle glass and help to consolidate a market that remains highly fragmented.

In the fourth quarter, we signed agreements on two platform acquisitions and one add-on acquisition. With the two platform acquisitions, we are launching on two new geographical markets within our Rest of Europe region, namely Germany and Portugal. In Germany, this is through the acquisition of Zentrale Autoglas, a leading player in the repair and replacement of bus glass, while in Portugal it is through the acquisition of ExpressGlass, which operates a vehicle glass repair and replacement business. With the acquisition of ExpressGlass, we are expanding our position on the Iberian peninsula, which we expect to bring both operational and commercial benefits. In Norway, we signed an agreement for the add-on acquisition of MPS Bilskade, which operates within both major and minor vehicle damage repair. This acquisition gives us a stronger market position in the country and a broader offering for insurance companies, as well as greater proximity to our customers, with a considerably larger network of workshops. The acquisition is part of our Nordic expansion strategy, where we are broadening our operations within an additional vertical. All acquisitions will be completed in early 2022.

Stable profitability and opportunities for long-term economies of scale

As Cary Group grows through our acquisition strategy, we are reviewing how best to integrate the businesses into Cary Group. We have a proven process for this kind of integration, which includes coordination of purchasing, marketing initiatives and IT support centrally in order to achieve synergies. Although some of the acquisitions we make have profitability below that of Carv Group, we envisage long-term opportunities to achieve improved margins through these synergies. The current strong growth of our Rest of Europe business area gives us new opportunities for economies of scale.

Adjusted EBITA increased by 19% in 2021 to a total of SEK 294 million, as a result of increased sales, corresponding to profitability of 13.7% (15.0). In the fourth quarter, adjusted EBITA increased by 75% to SEK 36 million, corresponding to profitability measured in terms of adjusted EBITA margin of 6.7% (5.9). Alongside our focus on integrating newly acquired companies in order to achieve economies of scale and so increase profitability, we are also reviewing specific measures in certain countries where profitability is lower and working to improve the operational efficiency of our workshops. We are working to achieve our financial target of an adjusted EBITA margin of 20% in the medium term.

A sustainable strategy with good prospects

Cary Group strives to lead the way within the independent vehicle servicing industry with regard to climate impact and digitisation. During the quarter, we repaired, instead of replacing, over 42,100 windscreens, saving around 1,800 tonnes of CO2 in direct emissions. At the beginning of the year, we announced that Cary Group is climate neutral, which means that we offset all Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, which are emissions from our own windscreen repair and replacement services, as well as the emissions of our suppliers.

All Cary Group employees have worked hard to ensure a high level of service for our customers in the safest way possible during the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic. I would like to thank everyone who has contributed to the company's development during the vear.

We believe that the demand for our services and the opportunity for arowth is good as society opens up and restrictions due to Covid-19 gradually disappear. We look forward to integrating our newly acquired operations during 2022 and look positively at the opportunities to make further acquisitions and continue our consolidation journey during the year, which is an important part of our strategy.

Anders Jensen, CEO, Cary Group

Group performance

Fourth quarter 2021

Net revenue

Net revenue increased by 53% during the fourth quarter, compared with last year, to SEK 532 million (349). Organic growth was 8% while growth through acquisitions totalled 42%. Exchange rate fluctuations had an effect of 2%.

The Nordics segment increased its net revenue by 46% during the fourth quarter to SEK 310 million (213).

Net revenue in the Rest of Europe segment rose 64% to SEK 222 million (136) in the fourth quarter.

The number of jobs performed within the Group increased by 40% in the fourth quarter, compared with the same period last year, mainly attributable to Sweden and the acquisition of Ralarsa in Spain. The number of workdays decreased to 64 (65) and the number of FTEs increased to 1,431 (1,034).

Profit

Operating profit (EBIT) amounted to SEK 13 million (11) during the fourth quarter. Costs affecting comparability had an effect on EBIT of SEK 9 million (2). These costs relate mainly to the cyber attack in the UK and to staff changes.

The gross marqin increased in the fourth quarter. compared with the same quarter last year, amounting to 66.0% (65.0). This improvement was driven by a change in the geographic mix, partly through acquisitions in Norway and Spain. Calibration's share also increased compared with the previous year.

Adjusted EBITA rose to SEK 36 million (20) in the fourth quarter, corresponding to a margin of 6.7% (5.9). Reported EBITA amounted to SEK 27 million (18) and was affected by costs affecting comparability of SEK 9 million (2).

Adjusted EBITA in the Nordics segment rose to SEK 46 million (29), corresponding to a margin of 14.7% (13.4). Adjusted EBITA in the Rest of Europe segment rose to SEK 12 million (4), corresponding to a margin of 5.4% (3.1).

Net financial items and income tax

Net financial items during the period totalled SEK 0 million (-31). The change is a result of a change in the company's capital structure in connection with the stock exchange listing and the new loan agreements entered into at the same time. Tax on profit for the period amounted to SEK -1 (-1) million.

Profit and earnings per share for the period

Profit for the quarter amounted to SEK 13 million (-22), equivalent to earnings per share, basic and diluted, of SEK 0.10 (-0.19). Adjusted for costs affecting comparability, profit totalled SEK 20 million (-20).

Cash flow

Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK -33 million (5) in the fourth quarter. The cash flow was negatively impacted by payments relating to costs for the listing on the stock exchange.

After investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible non-current assets, cash flow amounted to SEK -34 million (-3). Investments, excluding acquisitions, totalled SEK 2 million (-3).

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment totalled SEK 38 million (26). Net cash flow after cash received in connection with acquisitions amounted to SEK -93 million (-46), including the buyout of some non-controlling interests. Contingent considerations for previous acquisitions amounted to SEK 29 million (0) as of 31 December 2021.

Net revenue and growth (quarter)

Adjusted EBITA and adjusted EBITA margin (quarter)

Group performance

Full vear 2021

Net revenue

Net revenue increased by 30% during 2021, compared with last year, to SEK 2,141 million (1,651). Organic growth was 6% while growth through acquisitions totalled 24%.

The Nordics segment increased its revenue by 28% during the year to SEK 1,371 million (1,068).

Net revenue in the Rest of Europe segment rose 32% year-on-year to SEK 770 million (583).

The number of jobs performed within the Group increased by 24% during the period, mainly attributable to Sweden and to the acquisition of Ralarsa in Spain. The number of workdays totalled 259 (261) and the number of FTEs rose to 1,431 (1,029).

Profit

Operating profit (EBIT) amounted to SEK 171 million (211). Operating profit for the period includes costs affecting comparability of SEK 79 million (8), the majority of which relate to the listing of Cary Group.

The gross margin increased during 2021 to 65.3% (64.6). This improved margin was driven by a change in the geographic mix, partly as a result of acquisitions in Norway and the acquisition of Ralarsa in Spain. Calibration's share also increased compared with the previous year.

Adjusted EBITA totalled SEK 294 million (247) during the year, corresponding to a margin of 13.7% (15.0). Adjusted EBITA for the Nordics segment amounted to SEK 302 million (242) and for the Rest of Europe segment to SEK 57 million (44).

Net financial items and income tax

Net financial items during the period totalled SEK -131 million (-139). Tax on profit for the period totalled SEK -10 million (-24). The tax rate amounted to 25.3% (32.7)

Profit and earnings per share for the period

Profit for the period amounted to SEK 29 million (48), equivalent to earnings per share, basic and diluted, of SEK 0.21 (0.45). Adjusted for costs affecting comparability, profit for the period totalled SEK 92 million (54).

Cash flow

Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 175 million (205). The cash flow was negatively impacted by payments relating to costs for the listing on the stock exchange.

After investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible non-current assets, cash flow amounted to SEK -150 million (189). Investments, excluding acquisitions, totalled SEK 25 million (16).

Depreciation of property, plant and equipment totalled SEK 128 million (101). Net cash flow after cash received in connection with acquisitions amounted to SEK 45 million (34). Contingent considerations for previous acquisitions amounted to SEK 29 million (0) as of 31 December 2021.

Net revenue and growth (R12)

Adjusted EBITA and adjusted EBITA margin (R12)

Performance by business segment

Cary Group reports its business in two business segments, Nordics and Rest of Europe.

Nordics

The Nordics segment carries out replacements of automotive glass, as well as some SMART (Small, Medium Area Repair Technology) repairs and bodywork repairs. The segment operates via workshops and mobile units in Sweden, Denmark and Norway, under the brands Ryds Bilglas Sweden, Svenska Bussglas, Ryds Bilglas Denmark, Danglas, Crashpoint, Cary Norway and Quick Car Fix.

04 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 △% 2021 2020 △%
Net sales 310 213 46% 1,371 1,068 28%
Organic growth 32 -19 15% 73 -38 7%
Acquisitions and divestments 65 2 30% 230 16 22%
Exhange-rate effects 1 -2 1% 1 -12 0%
EBITA" 46 29 60% 300 242 24%
EBITA-margin, %11 14.7% 13.4% 21.9% 22.7%
Adjusted EBITA™ 46 29 59% 302 242 25%
Adjusted EBITA-margin, %11 14.7% 13.5% 22.0% 22.7%

"These are alternative performance measures. Refer to Note 9, Alternative performance measures, page 20-21 for reconcillation and page 23 for definitions.

Fourth quarter 2021

Net revenue increased by 46% to SEK 310 million (213) in the fourth quarter, with organic net revenue growing by 15%. More normalised demand for repairs and replacement of automotive glass in Sweden compared with the fourth quarter of last year made a positive contribution, as did acquisitions. Adjusted EBITA totalled SEK 46 million (29), 59% higher than in the previous year, driven by higher sales.

The adjusted EBITA margin increased to 14.7% (13.5), driven by higher sales. The rise in sales in Swedish operations contributed to the increase in profitability.

In Sweden, the VGRR (Vehicle Glass Repair and Replacement) business reported a good level of demand and strong organic growth in sales. Swedish operations experienced a weak fourth quarter last year as a result of pandemic-related measures in society, but demand was more normalised this quarter, contributing to a positive development in sales. Sales in the

bus business of subsidiary Svenska Bussglas were on a par with the previous year.

Sales declined in Norway, where Covid-19 continued to have a negative impact on the VGRR business.

Integration of the Norwegian acquisition MPS Skadeverkstad began during the first quarter of 2022. In early 2022, it was announced that Fremtind, Norway's third-largest insurance company, has selected Cary Group's Norwegian vehicle glass business, Cary Bilglass, as one of its strategic partners for vehicle glass repair. The agreement, which runs for three years, will see Fremtind transfer repair volumes to Cary Bilglass, which becomes one of its two partners.

In Denmark, demand and sales within the VGRR business were on a par with last year.

Rest of Europe

The Rest of Europe segment provides services in vehicle glass repair and replacement. The segment operates via workshops and mobile units under the brand National Windscreens in the UK, via Cary Group-owned Mobile Windscreens and via the Ralarsa company in Spain.

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 △% 2021 2020 △%
Net sales1) 222 136 64% 770 583 32%
Organic growth -1 -18 -1% 27 -45 5%
Acquisitions and divestments 83 23 59% 162 114 28%
Exhange-rate effects 5 -3 6% -2 -12 -1%
EBITA2 4 -14% 47 44 8%
EBITA-margin, %2) 1.6% 3.1% 6.2% 7.5%
Adjusted EBITA21 12 182% 57 44 31%
Adjusted EBITA-margin, %21 5.4% 3.1% 7.5% 7.5%

1)Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2021 includes an expected insurance compensation of SEK 12 million.

2These are alternative performance measures. Refer to Note 9, Alternative performance measures, page 20-21 for reconcillation and page 23 for definitions.

One off costs in the fourth quarter 2021 amounted to SEK 8 million is attributable to the IT incident in the United Kingdom.

Fourth quarter 2021

Net revenue increased by 64% to SEK 222 million (136) in the fourth quarter. The increase in net revenue was driven by the acquired Spanish company Ralarsa. Adjusted EBITA increased to SEK 12 million (4) as a result of higher sales.

The adjusted EBITA margin improved in the fourth quarter compared with the previous year, as a result of the increased sales driven by Ralarsa in Spain, and amounted to 5.4% (3.1).

Sales fell in the UK in the fourth quarter because of further lockdowns related to Covid-19 and also as a result of the IT incident that took place at the beginning of the quarter.

The negative impact of the IT incident on earnings from UK operations is estimated at SEK -15 million in the fourth quarter. An amount equivalent to SEK 12 million is expected to be received from the insurers and is included in the figures for the fourth quarter. This gives an overall negative impact of SEK -4 million, which is included as a cost affecting comparability in the fourth quarter.

As of 1 August, the acquired company Ralarsa in Spain is included in the figures for the Rest of Europe region. The company had strong underlying growth compared with the previous year.

Financial position

As at 31 December 2021, net debt totalled SEK 1,222 million (31 December 2020: SEK 2,155 million), resulting in a leverage ratio in terms of net debt/adjusted EBITDA (pro forma) of 2.5 times (full year 2020: 4.9). Long-term credit facilities amounted to SEK 909 million and lease liabilities to SEK 419 million. Unused credit facilities amounted to SEK 1,150 million as at 31 December 2021.

Equity, including non-controlling interests, amounted to SEK 1,561 million as at 31 December 2021 (SEK -106 million as at 31 December 2020) corresponding to an equity ratio of 46% (-4.3%). Cash and cash equivalents as at 31 December 2021 amounted to SEK 146 million (31 December 2020: SEK 96 million).

Stock exchange listing

On 23 September, trading began in Cary Group's shares through its listing on Nasdaq Stockholm. The offer comprised 65,527,949 shares, of which 17,857,142 were newly issued shares. The newly issued shares raised SEK 1,250 million for Cary Group before transaction costs.

Capitalisation

At the end of the quarter, the Group's equity stood at SEK 1,561 million, compared with SEK -106 million for the same period last year. To secure access to capital for the company's continued expansion, an agreement was entered into on 8 February with the company's current banks on extending the financing agreement entered into in connection with the company's listing in September 2021. The agreement extends the credit facility by a further SEK 1,050 million, making the total credit facility available SEK 3,100 million.

Shares

The total number of shares and votes changed as a result of the new share issue that was made in connection with the listing of the company's shares on the stock exchange on 23 September 2021. As at 31 December 2021, the total number of shares and votes was 131,848,996.

Financial targets

On 17 June 2021, the company adopted the following financial targets and dividend policy:

Revenue growth: Cary Group's target is to achieve average annual total revenue growth of more than 15% in the medium term, at least half of which must be organic.

Profitability: Cary Group's target is to achieve an adjusted EBITA margin of 20% in the medium term.

Capital structure: Cary Group's capital structure must provide a high degree of financial flexibility and enable acquisitions to be made. Cary Group's target is to have a maximum net debt ratio in relation to adjusted EBITDA of 2.5. This ratio can temporarily exceed 2.5, however, in connection with acquisitions.

Dividend policy: Cary Group aims to pay out at least 20% of its net profit. Dividend decisions must take into account Carv Group's investment opportunities and financial position.

Personnel and organisation

The number of full-time employees was 1,431 (1,034) at the end of the fourth quarter of 2021.

Sustainability

Sustainability is at the heart of Cary Group's identity and strategy. The company strives to lead the way within the independent vehicle servicing industry with regard to climate impact and digitisation. Key tools for achieving this include: (i) continuously increasing the repair rate (the number of vehicle glass repairs as a proportion of the total number of vehicle glass jobs; (ii) digitising and automating the customer journey; and (iii) electrifying the courtesy car fleet, including offering electric bikes. Since 2020, Cary Group has offset a portion of its direct emissions, but in 2021 the company went a step further to offset its emissions by becoming climate-neutral. Climate neutrality means that Cary Group uses offsetting to capture the same amount of CO2-equivalent emissions as the company produces, so that the sum total of emissions is zero. Cary Group offsets all Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions, which means that the company not only takes responsibility for emissions from its own windscreen repair and replacement services, but also offsets the emissions generated by its suppliers.

Continuously increasing the repair rate

Cary Group always aims to repair the customer's windscreen as far as possible, as replacing a windscreen involves total CO2 emissions of approximately 44 kg, including production, transport and recycling. The company continuously monitors the repair rate as one of its key measures of sustainability. In 2021, Cary Group's repair rate in Sweden was 40%. Of all the windscreens that are replaced, around 90% can be recycled and reused for other purposes, mainly as insulation products for the construction industry.

Digitising and automating the customer journey

In the event of a stone chip, Cary Group's customers can analyse the damage caused using a service developed on the basis of artificial intelligence ("AI"). Whether the windscreen needs repairing or replacing, it is easy to book an appointment online for one of the workshops in Cary Group's dense workshop network. The Al-based assessment technology, combined with the dense workshop network and digital booking systems, reduces the number of kilometres driven to and from the workshops, which in turn reduces carbon emissions.

Electrifying the vehicle fleet

Cary Group has decided to offer electric courtesy cars to reduce the climate impact of customers while their vehicle is being serviced. We now have a total of 56 electric courtesy cars, which corresponds to 18% of our total courtesy car fleet in Sweden and Norway. Our aim is to have a completely fossilfree vehicle fleet in the Nordics.

On page 22, there is a diagrammatic overview of our sustainable offering.

Other information

Seasonal variations

Cary Group's net sales earnings fluctuate across the seasons and this should be taken into consideration when making assessments based on quarterly financial information. The seasonal variations are attributable to the increased demand for Vehicle Glass Repair and Replacement services late in the first quarter and throughout the second quarter.

Parent company

The main functions of Cary Group Holding AB consist of business development, acquisitions, financing and business control and analysis. The parent company's revenues comprise internal invoicing of services. The parent company's financial assets as at 31 December 2021 consisted solely of shares in subsidiaries.

The parent company's total revenue in the fourth quarter amounted to SEK 3 million (0). The parent company incurred other external expenses of SEK -34 million (0) in the fourth quarter. These increased expenses are attributable to costs related to the listing of Cary Group in September 2021.

Significant events during the quarter

On 22 December, Cary Group signed an agreement to acquire 75% of Zentrale Autoglas GmbH, one of Germany's leading providers of vehicle glass repair and replacement, primarily for buses and campervans. On 23 December, Cary Group signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Norwegian company MPS Bilskade AS, which operates within both minor and major vehicle damage repair. The acquisition represents an expansion on the Norwegian market for existing customers and strengthens Cary Group's market position in Norway. On 29 December, an agreement was signed to acquire 100% of Portuguese company GlassCo S.A., owner of "ExpressGlass", which operates a vehicle glass repair and replacement business in Portugal.

Significant events after the end of the quarter

To secure access to capital for the company's continued expansion, an agreement was entered into on 8 February with the company's current banks on extending the financing agreement entered into in connection with the company's listing in September 2021. The agreement extends the credit facility by a further SEK 1,050 million, making the total credit facility available SEK 3,100 million.

Annual General Meeting 2022

Cary Group's Annual General Meeting will be held on 17 May 2022 in Stockholm.

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Financial statements

Condensed consolidated income statement

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Net sales
520 349 2,128 1,651
Other operating income
Revenue
13 13
533 349 2,141 1,651
Goods for resale -181 -122 -744 -585
Other external costs -96 -59 -376 -219
Employee benefit expense -191 -124 -679 -506
Depreciation, amortization and impairment -52 -33 -172 -129
Operating expenses -520 -338 -1,971 -1,440
Operating profit*
13 11 171 211
Finance income 9 -0 18 0
Finance costs -8 -31 -149 -139
Finance costs - net 0 -31 -131 -139
Profit before income tax 13 -20 39 72
Income tax expense -1 -1 -10 -24
Profit for the period 13 -22 29 48
Other comprehensive income
Items that may be reclassified to profit or loss
Exchange differences on translation of foreign operations 1 -0 3 -10
Items that will not be reclassified to profit or loss
Remeasurements of post-employment benefit obligations -1 -3 -1 -3
Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax -0 -3 2 -12
Total comprehensive income for the period 13 -25 31 રેક
Profit/loss for the period attributable to:
Owners of the parent 14 -17 24 46
Non-controlling interest -1 -5 5 3
Earnings per share before and after dilution, SEK 0.10 -0.19 0.21 0.45
Operating profit includes:
Depreciation -38 -26 -128 -101
Amortization of other intangibles -1 -1 -4 -4
Amortization of right-of-use assets -13 -6 -40 -24
Depreciation and amortization -52 -33 -172 -129

Condensed consolidated balance sheet

SEKm 12/31/2021 12/31/2020
Assets
Non-current assets
Goodwill 1,982
Other intangible assets 280 1,632
77
Right-of-use assets 410 309
Property, plant and equipment 91 70
Other long-term receivables 3 1
Deferred tax assets 22 2
Total non-current assets 2,788 2,091
Current assets
Inventories 95 49
Accounts receivable 253 161
Other receivables 37 24
Prepaid expenses and accrued income 88 દર્ડ
Cash and cash equivalents 146 કેટ
Total current assets 629 394
Total assets 3,417 2,485
Equity and liabilities
Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders
Share capital 1 O
Additional paid-in capital 1,867 209
Reserves -2 -4
Retained earnings (incl. Profit/loss for the period) -307 -316
Total equity attributable to the shareholders of the parent company 1,557 -111
Equity attributable to minority 4 5
Non-current liabilities
Liabilities to credit institutions 909 1,538
Lease liabilities 309 227
Provisions -0 5
Deferred tax liabilities 100 42
Other interest-bearing liabilities 29 403
Total non-current liabilities 1,347 2,215
Current liabilities
Liabilities to credit institutions 11
Lease liabilities 110 82
Accounts payable 171 126
Current tax liability 12 24
Other current liabilities 79 45
Accrued expenses and deferred income 126 ರಿಕ
Total current liabilities 509 376
Total liabilities 1,856 2,591
Total equity and liabilities 3,417 2,485

Consolidated statement of changes in equity

Closing balance 2021-09-30 1 1,867 -2 -307 1,557 1,561
1 1,658 -15 1,643 -8 1,636
interests -15 -15 -4 -19
Transactions with non-controlling
Dividends -2 -2
Share-based payments 19 19 19
Transaction costs net after tax in
connection with new share issue
- -39 - -39 -39
Share exchange in connection with
listing
0 2 - 2 -2 -0
Bonus issue 0 -0
Offset issue 0 426 427 427
Issue of shares 0 1,250 - 1,250 1,250
Transactions with owners:
year 0 2 23 25 6 31
Translation difference - 2 2 2 3
Other comprehensive income
Profit for the period - 24 24 5 29
Opening balance 2021-01-01 0 209 -4 -316 -111 5 -106
SEKm Share
capital
paid-in
capital
n
reserves
Retained
earnings
Total Non-controlling
interests
Total
Equity
Other Translatio
Other Translatio
Share paid-in n Retained Non-controlling Total
SEKm capital capital reserves earnings Total interests Equity
Opening balance 2020-01-01 O 209 -357 -144 -139
Profit for the period - 46 46 3 48
Other comprehensive income -
Translation difference - -8 - -8 -1 -10
Revaluation of pension obligation - -3 -3 -0 -3
Total comprehensive income - -8 43 35 1 રૂદ
Transactions with owners
lssue of shares - - 6 6
Dividends - - -2 -2
Transactions with non-controlling
interests 1 -2 -2 -6 -8
-2 -2 -1 -4
Closing balance 2020-09-30 0 209 -4 -316 -111 5 -106

Condensed consolidated statement of cash flows

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Profit after financial items 13 -20 39 72
Adjustments to cash flow 65 36 250 187
Income taxes paid -22 -16 -64 -56
Cash flow before changes in working capital 56 -1 226 204
Decrease(+)/increase(-) in inventories 2 3 -8 2
Decrease(+)/increase(-) in other current receivables 18 9 -5 73
Decrease(-)/increase(+) in other current liabilities -108 -6 -38 -74
Cash flow from changes in working capital -88 5 -51 2
Cash flow from operating activities -33 5 175 205
Investments in intangible assets -2 6 -4 -8
Investments in tangible assets 1 -14 -21 -19
Disposal of tangible assets - 11 11
Investments in subsidiaries, net received -26 -25 -528 -140
Cash flow from investing activities -28 -21 -554 -156
New share issue 1,209 ర్
Transactions with non-controlling interests in subsidiaries O -6 O
Paid borrowing costs -11 -11
Borrowings 1 1,392 62
Amortizations of borrowings -38 -19 -2,192 -71
Dividend paid to the company's shareholders -2
Short-term investments 4 19
Cash flow from financing activities -32 -29 424 -15
Cash flow for the period -93 45 34
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Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 233 138 96 റ്റോ
Translation difference 5 3 5 2
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 146 છેક 146 છેદ

Condensed parent company income statement

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Revenue 3 3
Other operating expenses -34 -0 -91 -0
Employee benefit expense -8 -8 -
Operating profit -39 -0 -96 -0
Finance cost - net 1 -8 -13 -6
Profit or loss after financial items -37 -8 -109 -6
Group contribution 193 193
Tax on profit for the period -16 -16 -
Profit or loss for the period 140 -8 68 -6

Condensed parent company balance sheet

SEKm 12/31/2021 12/31/2020
Other intangible assets O
Shares in subsidiary 1,680 703
Total non-current assets 1,680 703
Current receivables from group companies 2,306
Other current receivables 2
Prepaid expenses and accrued income 15
Cash and cash equivalents 31
Total current assets 2,323 31
Total assets 4,003 734
Share capital 1 0
Additional paid-in capital 2,818 209
Retained earnings 141 128
Profit or loss for the period 68 -6
Total equity 3,027 331
Liabilities to credit institutions 899
Other interest-bearing liabilities 403
Deferred tax liabilities 2
Total non-current liabilities 901 403
Liabilities to credit institutions 18
Accounts payable 2
Current liabilities to group companies 41
Other current liabilities 1
Accrued expenses and deferred income 13
Total current liabilities 75
Total equity and liabilities 4,003 734
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Notes to the financial statements

Note 1 - Summary of significant accounting policies

This interim report has been prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act, RFR 1 and IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting. The parent company's interim report has been prepared in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and the Swedish Financial Reporting Board's recommendation RFR 2.

The accounting policies and methods of calculation applied in the interim financial statements are the same as those applied in the financial statements published in the company's prospectus issued on 14 September 2021. The IASB has issued several amended accounting standards that have been adopted by the EU and entered into force on 1 January 2021. None of these have any material effect on Cary Group Holding's financial statements.

Note 2 - Risks and uncertainties

A description of the Group's material financial and business risks can be found in the company's prospectus, which was published on 14 September 2021.

Risks related to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic

Wide-ranging measures designed to contain the spread of Covid-19 have been imposed, including business closures, travel restrictions, quarantines and cancellations of gatherings and events, in all the markets where Cary Group operates. Covid-19 has had, and continues to have, a significant adverse effect on the global economy and on demand for Cary Group's services. Demand is largely driven by the total number of kilometres driven in society, and Covid-19 restrictions such as lockdowns and quarantine measures have led to a reduction in car use. As a result, customers have not needed Cary Group's services to the same extent as in the past, as restrictions have limited both private motoring and professional traffic. Strict lockdowns and other Covid-19 measures, as imposed in the UK and Norway, for example, have negatively affected Cary Group's operations, as they have prevented people from following their normal daily driving routines. An increase in the spread or new outbreaks or mutations of Covid-19, as well as an inability to limit the pandemic and its effects, could

adversely affect the Group's operations, overall vehicle kilometres driven, the ability of local workshops to remain open and the health of workshop employees.

In 2021, 65% of the Group's income was derived from its operations in the Nordics (Sweden, Norway and Denmark) and 35% from the Rest of Europe segment (the UK). If customers restrict their expenditure to receive only the most basic services as a result of unfavourable economic conditions, Cary Group may suffer a decline in income. Hence, a severe economic deterioration due, for example, to continued and prolonged restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic or persistent political uncertainties in any of Cary Group's markets, could therefore have a material adverse effect on the Group's total income and growth.

No further significant risks are deemed to have arisen during the period.

Note 3 - Segment and revenue information Description of segments

The CEO oversees the business from a business area perspective and has identified two operating segments:

1. Nordics

  1. Rest of Europe
2021 Q4 2021 Full-year
Nordics Rest of
Europe
Group
functions
Total Nordics Rest of
Europe
Group
functions
Total
310 223 533 1,371 773 - 2,144
-1 -1 -3 - -3
310 222 532 1,371 770 - 2,141
46 12 -22 36 302 57 -65 294
26 11 38 97 31 - 128
72 23 -22 73 399 88 -65 422
2020 Q4 2020 Full-year
SEKm Nordics Rest of
Europe
Group
functions
Total Nordics Rest of
Europe
Group
functions
Total
Segment revenue 213 136 349 1,068 586 1,654
Inter-segment revenue -1 -1 -3 -3
Revenue from external customers 213 136 349 1,068 583 1,651
Time of revenue recognition
Adjusted EBITA 29 -12 20 242 44 -39 247
Add-back of depreciation 21 0 26 78 22 O 101
Adjusted EBITDA 49 10 -12 47 320 દિદ -39 348

Sales between segments are carried out on arm's length basis and are eliminated on consolidation. The amounts reported to the CEO with respect to segment revenue are measured in a manner consistent with that of the financial statements.

Note 4 - Related party transactions

There have been no transactions with related parties that have had a material effect on the Group's profit or position.

Note 5 - Shares and calculation of earnings per share

The average number of shares during the fourth quarter was 131,848,946, compared with 97,336,844 shares as at 30 September. The Company's share capital amounted to SEK 706,000 on 31 December 2021.

Earnings per share are calculated by dividing the profit for the period attributable to the shareholders of the parent company, excluding

any interest attributable to preference shares, by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period.

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Earnings per share before and after dilution, SEK 0.10 (0.19) 0.21 0.45
Performance measures used in the calculation of earnings per share:
Profit for the period, attributable to owners of the parent 14 (17) 24 46
Interest rate on preference shares. 0 (1) (3) (3)
Total 14 (18) 22 42
Weighted average number of shares 132 94 104 94

Note 6 - Recognition of financial instruments at fair value

Cary Group's financial assets are essentially non-interestbearing and interest-bearing receivables, in which cash flows represent only payment for the initial investment and, where applicable, interest. Their value is intended to be held to maturity and is carried at amortised cost, which is a reasonable estimate of fair value. Financial liabilities are for the most part recognised at amortised cost.

Financial instruments measured at fair value on the balance sheet are contingent considerations consisting of liabilities with a value of SEK 29 million (-). Contingent consideration liabilities are recognised at fair value based on management's best estimate of the most likely outcome (level 3, as defined in IFRS 13). Other assets and liabilities are recognised at amortised cost

Note 7 - Acquisitions

Acquisitions announced, January-December 2021

Acquisition-related
Business Included Acquired Net sales intangible
Company segment from share (SEKm) assets
Opening balance
RG Bilglas1 AB17 Nordics 2021-01-01 100% 69 73
Bilglasmästarna i Nynäshamn AB11 Nordics 2021-01-01 100% 4 5
Ryds Bilglas i Uppland AB11 Nordics 2021-01-01 100% 9 6
Ryds Bilglas Malmfälten AB Nordics 2021-03-01 75% 5 2
Crash Point A/S Nordics 2021-03-01 80% 47 51
Total acquisitions January-March 2021 133
Skadevekk Holding AS Nordics 2021-04-01 80% 55 54
Bilvård i Handen AB Nordics 2021-05-01 75% 10 7
Rehnglas AB Tyresö Nordics 2021-06-01 Asset 4 3
Borås Glas Nordics 2021-06-01 Asset 1 1
GK Glas AB Nacka Nordics 2021-06-01 Asset 3 2
KG Glasmästeri AB Hammarby Nordics 2021-06-01 75% 3 2
Total acquisitions April-June 2021 74
Autoklinik i Malmö AB Nordies 2021-07-01 90% રેત્વે જિલ્લામાં આવેલું એક ગામનાં મુખ્યત્વે ખેત-ઉત્પત્તમજૂરી તેમ જ દૂધની ડેરી જેવી સવલતો પ્રાપ્ય થયેલી છે. આ ગામનાં લોકોનો મુખ્ય વ્યવસાય ખેતી, ખેતમજૂરી તેમ જ પશુપાલન છે. આ ગ 47
Falköpings Glasmästeri AB Nordics 2021-07-01 Asset 3 2
Phoenix Windscreens Ltd Rest of Europe 2021-08-01 100% 19 10
Ralarsa S.U. Rest of Europe 2021-08-01 100% 265 301
Total acquisitions July-September 2021 326
Total acquisitions October-December 2021 564

NRG Bilglas 1AB, Bilglasmästarna i Nynand AB, Ryds Bilglas i Bollänge AB merged with Ryds Bilglas AB during the second quarter 2021.

Acquisitions January-December 2021

Purchase considerations paid in the period totalled SEK 642 million on a cash-free and debt-free basis, excluding any potential contingent considerations. The businesses acquired contributed revenue of SEK 326 million to the Group in the period January-December 2021.

On 1 January 2021, Cary Group acquired RG Bilglas 1 AB. The company operated an automotive glass business under licence from Ryds Bilglas in 15 locations in Sweden. The company had total revenue of approximately SEK 69 million in 2020.

On 1 March 2021, Cary Group acquired CrashPoint A/S. CrashPoint is Denmark's largest damage repair chain with a focus on higher-end vehicles. The company had total revenue of approximately DKK 33 million in 2020, corresponding to approximately SEK 47 million. CrashPoint has partnerships with several major car brands on the Danish market.

On 1 April 2021, Cary Group acquired 80% of the Norwegian company Quick Car Fix, which specialises in SMART Repair -Small to Medium Area Repair Techniques. The company had total revenue of approximately NOK 57 million in 2020, corresponding to approximately SEK 55 million. Through the acquisition, Cary Group is broadening its operations and further expanding its presence in the Norwegian car care market.

In July, Cary Group acquired 90% of Autoklinik in Malmö, which specialises in auto body repair. The company had total revenue of approximately SEK 38 million in 2020.

In July, Cary Group acquired 100% of Auto Cristal Ralarsa, Spain's second-largest automotive glass repair and replacement company. In 2020, Ralarsa operated more than 235 workshops, of which 155 are franchise-owned and 85 are mobile units. Total sales in 2020, including sales from franchise businesses, amounted to EUR 51 million, with net sales attributable to the company totalling EUR 25 million.

In August, 100% of Phoenix Windscreens Ltd was acquired. The company has revenue of GBP 1.6 million, equivalent to approximately SEK 20 million. Phoenix Windscreens operates a VGRR (Vehicle Glass Repair and Replacement) business.

Other companies and assets listed in the table above refer to acquired automotive glass workshops and businesses in the Swedish market. These acquisitions give Cary Group improved geographical coverage of the market, thereby providing better access to the company's services for customers.

The table below summarises the considerations paid for the acquisitions in the period and the fair value at the acquisition date of assets acquired and liabilities assumed:

SEKm 12/31/2021 12/31/2020
Purchase price
Cash and cash equivalents 616 171
Additional purchase price 26
Total purchase price 642 171

The acquisition analyses are provisional and may be adjusted in future quarters. The acquisition analysis is provisional mainly in relation to the allocation of surplus value. The surplus value recognised as goodwill relates to the future profit generation and profit synergies of the acquired companies that the acquisitions bring and does not meet the conditions for separate reporting. Other intangible non-current assets amount to SEK 237 million and are provisionally

allocated mainly to brands and customer relations. As at 31 December 2021, unsettled purchase considerations relate partly to contingent considerations valued on the basis of outcomes and partly to unpaid agreed purchase considerations.

SEKm 12/31/2021 12/31/2020
Cash and cash equivalents 110 31
Customer relationships 111 රි
Brands 126
Tangible fixed assets 15 10
Rights of use 152 17
Inventory 38 7
Accounts receivables and other receivables 137 રૂદિ
Long-term liabilities (incl. Leasing and Deferred tax) -219 -19
Accounts payable and other current liabilities -156 -26
Total assets and liabilities acquired 314 દર્ડ
Goodwill 327 108
Acquired net assets 642 171

Acquisition-related expenses of SEK 10 million of the year are included in other external expenses in the consolidated income statement and in operating activities in the statement of cash flows.

Purchase consideration - cash flow

The acquisitions in the period had an impact of SEK 508 million on the Group's cash flow.

SEKm 12/31/2021 12/31/2020
Cash flow information
Cash and cash equivalents paid for acquisitions during the year 644 171
Acquired cash and cash equivalents -110 -31
Purchase price, not yet paid -26
Sum cash flow from investments activities 508 140

Note 8 - Reconciliation of adjusted EBITA to operating profit before income tax for the Group

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Adjusted EBITA 36 20 294 247
Transaction costs -2 -9 -5
Consulting costs - -2 -1 -2
Rebranding costs - -1 -3 -1
Non-Recurring Personnel Costs -3 - -6
IPO costs -1 -57
Other -4 - -4
Amortization -14 -7 -44 -28
Finance costs, net 0 -31 -131 -139
Profit before income tax 13 -20 39 72

Note 9 - Alternative performance measures

Some of the information provided in this interim report that management and analysts use to assess the Group's performance is not defined in IFRS. Management believes that this information makes it easier for investors to analyse the Group's earnings performance and financial position.

Investors should consider this information as supplementary to, rather than reporting in accordance with FRS.

Adjusted EBITA and adjusted EBITA margin, %

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Operating result (EBIT) 13 11 171 211
Depreciation 14 7 44 28
EBITA 27 18 215 239
ltems affecting comparability 9 3 79 8
Adjusted EBITA રૂદ 20 294 247
Net sales 532 349 2,141 1,651
Adjusted EBITA, % 6.7% 5.9% 13.7% 15.0%

Operating cash flow and cash generation, %

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Adjusted EBITA 36 20 294 247
Depreciation 38 81 128 101
Adjusted EBITDA 73 102 422 348
Investments in intangible assets -2 රි -4 -8
Investments in tangible assets 1 -14 -21 -19
Operating cash flow 72 04 397 321
Cash conversion, % 97.9% 92.1% 94.0% 92.3%

Net debt and net debt/adjusted EBITDA

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Liabilities to credit institutions 909 1,538 909 1,538
Other interest-bearing liabilities 29 403 29 403
Non-current lease liabilities 309 227 309 227
Current lease liabilities 110 82 110 82
Short-term liabilities to credit institutions 11 11
Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,368 2,250 1,368 2,250
Cash and cash equivalents 146 96 146 કેટ
Net debt 1,222 2,155 1,222 2,155
Adjusted EBITA 36 20 294 247
Depreciation 38 26 128 101
Adjusted EBITDA 73 47 422 348
Adjusted LTM EBITDA Pro forma 480 440 480 440
Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA LTM Pro froma 2.5 4.9 2.5 4.9

Net debt/equity

04 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Net debt 1,222 2,155 1,222 2,155
Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders 1.557 -111 1,557 -111
Equity attributable to minority 5 4 5
Total shareholders' equity 1,561 -106 1,561 -106
Net debt in relation to Shareholder's equity 0.8 -20.3 0.8 -20.3

Return on capital employed (ROCE)

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Adjusted EBITA LTM 294 247 294 247
Total equity 1.561 -106 1,561 -106
Total interest-bearing liabilities 1,368 2,250 1,368 2,250
Capital employed 2,929 2,144 2,929 2,144
ROCE. % 10.0% 11.5% 10.0% 11.5%

Return on equity (ROE)

Q4 Full-year
SEKm 2021 2020 2021 2020
Profit for the period, LTM 29 48 ହ୍ନ 48
Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders 1,557 -111 1,557 -111
Return on equity, % 1.9% -43.6% 1.9% -43.6%

Sustainability at the heart

Sustainability is at the heart of Cary Group's identity and strategy. The company strives to have brands that are "top of mind" in each market when it comes to sustainable car care services, and to be at the forefront of digitalisation and minimising climate mint. Key elements for achieving this are:

repaired or has to be replaced. We do this through tree-planting projects via Plan Vivo.

1) With a maximum environmental impact of 115 CO2e g/km. 2) Based on a calculation of direct emissions in the Nordics.

Definitions

Net revenue growth, % Change in reported net revenue compared with the same period in the preceding year.
Organic growth, % Net revenue growth, adjusted for net revenue attributable to businesses acquired, in
the first twelve months after the acquisition date.
EBITDA Operating profit before depreciation/amortisation of property, plant and equipment
and intangible non-current assets.
EBITDA margin EBITDA as a percentage of the company's net revenue.
Adjusted EBITDA Operating profit before depreciation/amortisation of property, plant and equipment
and intangible non-current assets, adjusted for items affecting comparability.
Adjusted EBITDA margin Adjusted EBITDA as a percentage of the company's net revenue.
EBITA Operating profit before amortisation of intangible assets.
EBITA margin, % EBITA as a percentage of the company's net revenue.
Adjusted EBITA Operating profit before amortisation of intangible assets, adjusted for items affecting
comparability.
Adjusted EBITA margin, % Adjusted EBITA as a percentage of the company's net revenue.
Capital employed The total of equity and interest-bearing liabilities. Average capital employed is
calculated as the average of the opening balance and the closing balance for the
period concerned.
Return on capital employed (ROCE), % Adjusted EBITA as a percentage of average capital employed.
Return on equity (ROE) Profit for the period divided by average equity attributable to the parent company's
shareholders. The average is calculated as the average of the opening balance and the
closing balance for the period concerned.
Cash generation, % Operating cash flow divided by Adjusted EBITDA.
Net debt Interest-bearing liabilities (due to credit institutions and lease liabilities), less cash and
cash equivalents.
Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA Net debt divided by Adjusted EBITDA, pro forma
Number of workdays Number of workdays per country weighted by the country's share of total sales.
Number of jobs Total number of jobs carried out by the Group.
Number of workshops (incl. mobile
units)
Total number of workshops owned by the Group, franchise-owned and mobile units.
Net Promoter Score (NPS) The Net Promoter Score (NPS) is a measure of customer loyalty and customer
satisfaction. The result is obtained from asking customers how likely, on a scale of 0-
10, they are to recommend the company's product or service to others. Cary Group
bases its NPS on Sweden and the UK, with a weighting based on its income.
R12 - Rolling 12 months Refers to the past twelve months reported, including the period reported on in the
interim report.

For more information, please contact:

Anders Jensen, CEO +46 10 121 96 12

Joakim Rasiwala, CFO +46 10 121 96 12

Helene Gustafsson, Head of IR & Corporate Communication

[email protected] +46 70 868 40 50

Investor and analyst information

Financial calendar

10 May 2022 Interim report: January-March 2022

12 April 2022 Annual report 2021

17 May 2022 Annual General Meeting 2021

Telephone conference

A videoconference will be held on 11 February 2022 at 10.00. To follow the conference call by telephone and to participate in the Q&A session, please call the relevant number below: · UK: +44 333 300 9273 · USA: +1 6319 131 422 PIN US: 98839649# • Sweden: +46 8 566 426 93

You can follow the telephone conference at www.carygroup.com. A recording of the video broadcast will be available afterwards at www.carygroup.com.

This information is such that Cary Group Holding 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 indicated below, on 11 February 2022 at 08.00 CET.

The report has not been reviewed by the company's auditors.

Anders Jensen, CEO, Cary Group

Stockholm, 11 February 2022

Cary Group in brief

Cary Group offers sustainable damage and car care services in Sweden, Denmark, Norway, the UK and Spain. We specialise in the repair and replacement of automotive glass with a complementary range of services in auto body repair. We provide car care services that sustain the life, value and safety features of motorised vehicles by always aiming to replace. With workshops in convenient locations, high-quality products and smart solutions, we help our customers make simplified and sustainable choices. For more information, visit www.carygroup.com.

Key performance indicators

No. of workshops (31 December 2021)

929

Of which, 199 are franchiseowned and 401 are mobile units

Cary Group Holding AB Company registration number 559040-9388 Hammarby Kaj 10D SE-120 32 Stockholm www.carygroup.com

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