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CellaVision — Earnings Release 2024
Jul 19, 2024
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Solid Quarter and Growth in APAC
Organic sales growth: Q2, 2024: 10% (-15)
EBITDA margin: Q2, 2024: 32% (33)
January 1 – June 30, 2024
Net sales increased by 11% (-8) to SEK 188 m (170). Sales increased organically by 10% (-15), currency effect 1% (7). EBITDA increased to SEK 60 m (56). EBITDA margin amounted to 32% (33). Profit before tax increased to SEK 48 m (44). Earnings per share before and after dilution increased to SEK 1.62 (1.46). Cash flow from operating activities increased to SEK 40 m (28).
| Apr-Jun | Jan-Jun | Jan-Dec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (MSEK) | 2024 | 2023 | 2024 | 2023 | 2023 | |
| Net sales | 188 | 170 | 358 | 309 | 677 | |
| Gross profit | 125 | 119 | 237 | 216 | 463 | |
| EBITDA | 60 | 56 | 109 | 91 | 207 | |
| EBITDA margin, % | 32 | 33 | 30 | 29 | 31 | |
| Profit before tax | 48 | 44 | 86 | 69 | 164 | |
| Earnings per share before and after dilution | 1.62 | 1.46 | 2.88 | 2.26 | 5.46 | |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 40 | 28 | 112 | 47 | 196 | |
| Total cash flow | -44 | -58 | 0 | -73 | 14 | |
| Equity ratio, % | 77 | 73 | 77 | 73 | 77 |
CEO's Comment

Simon Østergaard President & CEO Second quarter marked a period of stability for CellaVision. Growth in APAC was broad with most markets developing well. Positive performance was witnessed across EMEA, while progress was slower than desired in the Americas.
The Second Quarter in Brief
Net sales for the Group were SEK 188 m (170) in the second quarter. Organic growth was 10 percent in comparison to the same quarter in 2023. EBITDA increased to SEK 60 m (56), resulting in an EBITDA margin of 32 percent (33). Price increases towards customers implemented in the beginning of the quarter have so far had limited impact. The full effect will become visible in the third quarter.
Cash flow from operating activities improved compared to the corresponding quarter last year and amounted to SEK 40 m (28). The Group's quarterly total cash flow totaled SEK -44 m (-58), including dividend payout to shareholders of SEK 54 m (54). Overall, our financial position again remains solid with a cash balance of SEK 122 m (35).
A temporary downturn was encountered in the Americas, and sales fell by 17 percent to SEK 67 m (81), compared to a strong second quarter in 2023. The decline is primarily explained by a slower installation pace in the first quarter of the year, which adversely affected sales development for large instruments in the second quarter. Despite the weaker performance in large laboratories, we continue to witness double-digit growth for small instruments, highlighting the importance of supporting
Integrated Health Networks (IHNs) in fully digitalizing hematology laboratories. Our small instrument (CellaVision®DC-1), part of the DIFF-Line™ concept, is gaining considerable attention through a growing number of marketing activities.
In the EMEA region sales developed positively for another quarter, increasing by 10 percent to SEK 83 m (76), compared to a solid corresponding quarter in 2023. Reagent sales increased slightly, and software sales stood out as a key growth driver. This quarter we focused on establishing joint action plans with our key distribution partner Sysmex and implementing targeted efforts to increase regional sales.
Sales in APAC generally fluctuate across quarters, and in the second quarter sales more than doubled to SEK 37 m (13), compared to low figures from 2023's equivalent quarter. Increased sales to markets such as China, Japan, and Australia emphasize a growing demand for our instruments across the region.
Progress on Strategic Direction
Preliminary internal clinical studies for our bone marrow application were successfully concluded this quarter, with clinical validations soon to begin. We still expect its commercial launch in 2025 after obtaining regulatory approval.
Following the Strategic Alliance Agreement entered in the previous quarter, this quarter involved multiple collaborations with Sysmex across various regions. It marks the beginning of our journey to operationalize joint commercialization efforts and deliver a comprehensive ecosystem of advanced hematology solutions to laboratories of all sizes.
Finally, a sincere thank you to the teams at both CellaVision and Sysmex, who have demonstrated a relentless desire to connect and collaborate with a shared purpose. Together, we remain committed to creating value for the healthcare sector and enhancing our global market presence.
Simon Østergaard, President and CEO
Net Sales and Currency Effects
Net sales for the Group's second quarter increased by 11 percent to SEK 188 m (170), compared to the corresponding quarter last year. CellaVision invoices most of the sales in Euros and US dollars, which means that exchange rate fluctuations have an impact on the company's sales and earnings. Adjusted for positive currency effects of 1 percent, sales increased organically by 10 percent compared to the corresponding quarter of 2023. Net sales amounted to SEK 358 m (309) for the six-month period. Compared to the same period in 2023, exchange rates remained unchanged and organic growth was 16 percent.
Gross Profit and Gross Margin
Gross profit increased by 5 percent to SEK 125 m (119) during the second quarter, corresponding to a gross margin of 66 percent (70). For the six-month period the gross profit increased to SEK 237 m (216), corresponding to a gross margin of 66 percent (70).
The gross margin is affected by purchase prices for materials and components, the product mix, amortization of capitalized development expenses, inventory adjustments as well as currency effects. The lower gross margin during the quarter and for the six-month period compared to the corresponding periods last year can be explained by the product mix in sales as well as increased material and production costs. In addition, price increases towards customers introduced in the second quarter have so far only taken limited effect.
Amortization of capitalized development expenses were on par with the corresponding quarter last year and amounted to SEK 2 m (2) and to SEK 4 m (4) for the six-month-period.
Operating Expenses
Operating expenses for the first quarter increased by 4 percent to SEK 75 m (73) compared to the corresponding quarter last year. For the six-month period the operating expenses increased by 3 percent to SEK 149 m (144).
Restructuring in the sales regions during 2023, has resulted in unchanged selling expenses despite higher revenue and inflation. Administrative costs have increased due to inflation and a rise in consulting expenses, primarily related to adaption of new
regulatory requirements. Research and development costs have slightly decreased due to a higher capitalization rate as certain projects mature.
EBITDA and EBITDA Margin
Increased sales contributed to a 7 percent increase in EBITDA to SEK 60 m (56) during the second quarter, with the EBITDA margin amounting to 32 percent (33).
For the six-month period EBITDA increased to SEK 109 m (91), corresponding to an EBITDA margin of 30 percent (29).
Net Financial Items
The interest-bearing liabilities in the form of bank loans amounted to SEK 19 m (51). The second quarter's interest expenses from bank loans amounted to SEK 0.3 m (0.6). In addition to interest expense from bank loans, net financial income is attributable to foreign exchange gain/loss on acquisition loans in Euro and interest on leasing liability in accordance with IFRS 16. For the six-month period interest expenses from bank loans amounted to SEK 0.8 m (1.2).


Sales per quarter and rolling 12 months EBITDA per quarter and EBITDA margin rolling 12 months

Investments
CellaVision continuously capitalizes expenses for product development. Capitalized development expenses amounted to SEK 16 m (14) during the quarter. The quarter's total research and development expenses, before capitalization, amounted to SEK 36 m (35). For the six-month period capitalized development expenses increased to SEK 32 m (28). Total research and development costs, before capitalization, increased to SEK 72 m (69) for the sixmonth period.
Most of the capitalized expenses are related to development of instruments and software applications.
Cash Flow
The cash and cash equivalents at the end of the quarter amounted to SEK 122 m (35). In addition, CellaVision has an unutilized overdraft facility of SEK 30 m (30).
The cash flow from operating activities increased to SEK 40 m (28) for the second quarter. The increase is attributed to an improved result as well as and a reduced negative impact of working capital compared to the change in the corresponding period last year.
For the six-month period, the cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 112 m (47).
The cash flow effect from change in working capital amounted to SEK -14 m (-24). Increased accounts receivables following the sales growth are the main cause of the negative change in working capital for the period.
The cash flow effect from changes in working capital for the six-month period amounted to SEK 7 m (-37).
Cash flow from investing activities for the quarter amounted to SEK -19 m (-21) and is mainly, related to capitalized development expenses. The corresponding quarter of the previous year was also affected by the expansion of production capacity in France, which was completed at the end of 2023.
For the six-month period, the cash flow from investing activities amounted to SEK -36 m (-44).
Cash flow from financing activities for the quarter amounted to SEK -65 m (-65) and included dividend to shareholders of SEK -54 m (-54).
For the six-month period, the cash flow from financing activities amounted to SEK -75 (-76).
The total cash flow for the quarter amounted to SEK -44 m (-58) and for the six-month period to SEK 0.3 m (-73).
Parent Company
Apart from manufacturing of reagents, the group is in all material aspects represented by the operations in the parent company, the comments on the Group's result and financial position also refers to the parent company.

Development in the Geographical Markets
Americas: SEK 67 m (81)
In the Americas, sales decreased by 17 percent to SEK 67 m (81) compared to the strong corresponding quarter in 2023. This downturn was influenced by the first quarter's slower installation pace, which caused a temporary pause in inventory usage and replacement at distribution partners. However, the situation normalized by the end of the quarter.
Emerging markets in Latin America are showing increased interest in scalable options, which is promising for the future of digital cell morphology solutions. We actively participated in local trade shows, congresses, meetings, and training activities across Latin America, many of which took place in Brazil.
In North America, the mature markets of the US and Canada continue to bring tenders for digital imaging solutions to address skilled labor shortages, which in turn ensures longterm business benefits.
Our DIFF-Line™ concept has been successful in the US, securing numerous large integrated health network orders. Registrations of DIFF-Line in Canada and Latin America are being finalized, paving the way for expansion in these markets.
EMEA: SEK 83 m (76)
In EMEA, sales increased by 10 percent to SEK 83 m (76) in relation to 2023's second quarter. Instrument and reagent sales remained steady, while a growing demand for software contributed to the overall growth in the region.
Strategic marketing initiatives and tailored sales campaigns have helped reach new customers and expand our reach in various markets. Through joint objectives and coordinated efforts with our key distribution partner, we continue to solidify market developments and foster sales growth.
As part of our global marketing strategy, attendance at the International Society for Laboratory Hematology (ISLH) conference in Nantes, France, showcased our comprehensive portfolio to industry experts and key laboratory personnel, including new developments in our Innovation Corner. Presence at such events strengthens our position in digital cell morphology as the field continues to evolve.
APAC: SEK 37 m (13)
While sales generally fluctuate in APAC, signs of positive market conditions in the quarter led to an increase in sales of 198 percent to SEK 37 m (13), compared to last year's soft quarter. Strong hardware sales in China, Japan, and Australia were propelled by hospital and large laboratory investments in digitalization.
Collaborative efforts with our key distribution partner are underway across APAC, receiving positive feedback from partners and end-customers. These initiatives aim to foster consistent sales growth across the CellaVision product portfolio over the long-term and enhance value for end-customers.
| Net sales per region (MSEK) |
Apr-Jun 2024 |
Apr-Jun 2023 |
Growth % |
Jan-Jun 2024 |
Jan-Jun 2023 |
Growth % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Americas | 67 | 81 | -17% | 139 | 140 | -0% |
| EMEA | 83 | 76 | 10% | 162 | 141 | 15% |
| APAC | 37 | 13 | 198% | 56 | 28 | 101% |
| Total | 188 | 170 | 11% | 358 | 309 | 16% |



Research and Development
Improving healthcare through continuous innovation is a fundamental ambition of CellaVision. The company devotes considerable resources to research and development to lead technology transformation and offer innovative solutions that meet customer needs and improve laboratory workflows.
Preliminary internal clinical studies of the application for bone marrow analysis have been performed with positive results, which means that clinical evaluations at external laboratories will be performed in the second half of 2024. Due to the lengthy registration process, the commercial launch is expected to be delayed until 2025 as previously reported.
The development of Fourier Ptychographic Microscopy (FPM) is progressing, and patent applications have been filed for several new innovations. To enhance the potential applications of the technology, the team has been expanded with resources to develop scanner solutions for cytology and pathology.
The CellaVision patent portfolio at the end of the period included 25 patented inventions and 114 granted patents.
Declaration by the Board of Directors and President/CEO
The Board of Directors through the President/Chief Executive Officer certify that the interim report provides a true and fair view of the parent company´s and the Group´s business, financial position, performance and describes material risks and uncertainties, to which the parent company and the companies in the group are exposed.
Simon Østergaard President/CEO
Lund, July 19, 2024


Income Statement in Summary and Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, Group
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Note | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 4 | 187,793 | 169,668 | 357,873 | 308,764 | 677,292 |
| Cost of goods sold | -63,243 | -50,834 | -121,257 | -93,070 | -214,251 | |
| Gross profit | 124,550 | 118,834 | 236,615 | 215,694 | 463,040 | |
| Sales and marketing expenses | -33,941 | -34,019 | -66,654 | -66,941 | -136,624 | |
| Administration expenses | -21,514 | -17,884 | -41,179 | -36,653 | -76,032 | |
| R&D expenses | -19,981 | -20,737 | -40,849 | -40,870 | -83,333 | |
| Operating profit Interest income and similar profit items |
8 | 49,115 1,688 |
46,194 1,986 |
87,934 3,360 |
71,230 2,990 |
167,051 7,410 |
| Interest expense and similar profit loss items | -2,591 | -3,843 | -4,839 | -5,523 | -10,239 | |
| Profit before tax Tax |
48,211 -9,663 |
44,338 -9,630 |
86,455 -17,787 |
68,697 -14,781 |
164,222 -33,913 |
|
| Profit for the period | 38,548 | 34,707 | 68,668 | 53,916 | 130,309 | |
| Other comprehensive income: | ||||||
| Components not to be reclassified to net profit: | ||||||
| Effect on revaluation of pensions | 49 | -138 | -77 | -178 | 133 | |
| Tax effect on revaluation of pensions | -14 | 34 | 19 | 46 | -32 | |
| Sum of Components not to be reclassified to net profit: | 35 | -103 | -58 | -132 | 101 | |
| Components to be reclassified to net profit: | ||||||
| Translation difference | ||||||
| Translation difference in the group | -4,353 | 14,444 | 7,992 | 17,924 | -1,983 | |
| Sum of Components to be reclassified to net profit: | -4,353 | 14,444 | 7,992 | 17,924 | -1,983 | |
| Sum of other comprehensive income: | -4,318 | 14,341 | 7,934 | 17,792 | -1,882 | |
| Comprehensive result for the period | 34,230 | 49,048 | 76,602 | 71,709 | 128,427 |
Per Share Data
| Per share data | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings per share, before and after dilution, SEK */ | 1.62 | 1.46 | 2.88 | 2.26 | 5.46 |
| Equity per share, SEK | 31.00 | 27.66 | 31.00 | 27.66 | 30.04 |
| Number of shares outstanding | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 |
| Average number of shares outstanding | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 | 23,851,547 |
| Closing date stock price, SEK | 250.50 | 183.60 | 250.50 | 183.60 | 212.00 |
| Dividend per share, SEK | 2.25 | 2.25 | 2.25 | 2.25 | 2.25 |
*/ Based on the profit/loss for the period divided by the average number of shares in issue
Quarterly Earnings Trend
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Q2 2024 | Q1 2024 | Q4 2023 | Q3 2023 | Q2 2023 | Q1 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 187,793 | 170,080 | 200,632 | 167,895 | 169,668 | 139,096 |
| Gross profit | 124,550 | 112,065 | 135,922 | 111,424 | 118,834 | 96,860 |
| Gross margin, % | 66 | 66 | 68 | 66 | 70 | 70 |
| Expenses | -75,435 | -73,246 | -73,369 | -78,156 | -72,639 | -71,824 |
| EBITDA | 59,706 | 49,260 | 72,788 | 43,445 | 56,032 | 34,549 |
| EBITDA margin, % | 32 | 29 | 36 | 26 | 33 | 25 |
| Net profit | 38,548 | 30,120 | 50,431 | 25,962 | 34,707 | 19,209 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 40,212 | 71,357 | 76,421 | 72,999 | 28,425 | 18,590 |
| Total cash flow | -44,117 | 44,404 | 43,085 | 44,245 | -58,027 | -15,436 |
Balance Sheet in Summary, Group
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Note | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 | 03/31/2024 | 12/31/2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | |||||
| Intangible assets | 5 | 459,676 | 429,496 | 451,295 | 433,223 |
| Tangible assets | 6 | 122,580 | 125,537 | 126,420 | 125,502 |
| Financial assets | 7 | 3,883 | 4,993 | 3,942 | 4,396 |
| Inventory | 118,614 | 156,932 | 122,251 | 126,038 | |
| Trade receivables | 7 | 105,183 | 112,916 | 81,114 | 97,797 |
| Other receivables | 7 | 25,114 | 33,422 | 22,112 | 20,110 |
| Cash and bank | 7 | 122,261 | 34,897 | 166,982 | 121,645 |
| Total assets | 957,310 | 898,192 | 974,116 | 928,712 | |
| Equity and liabilities | |||||
| Equity | 739,326 | 659,671 | 758,762 | 716,389 | |
| Deferred tax liability | 64,265 | 57,510 | 62,483 | 59,560 | |
| Other provisions | 5,438 | 5,169 | 5,337 | 4,945 | |
| Long-term debt, interest-bearing | 21,315 | 43,155 | 25,493 | 28,664 | |
| Short-term debt, interest-bearing | 23,663 | 44,034 | 30,598 | 36,039 | |
| Short-term debt, non interest-bearing | 7 | 54,981 | 45,869 | 51,356 | 48,628 |
| Trade payables | 7 | 46,073 | 40,953 | 37,930 | 32,534 |
| Warranty provisions | 2,250 | 1,833 | 2,155 | 1,953 | |
| Total equity and liabilities | 957,310 | 898,192 | 974,116 | 928,712 |
Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity, Group
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 | 03/31/2024 | 12/31/2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balance at the beginning of the year | 716,389 | 641,628 | 716,389 | 641,628 |
| Dividend | -53,666 | -53,666 | 0 | -53,666 |
| Net profit for the period | 68,668 | 53,916 | 30,120 | 130,309 |
| Comprehensive result for the period | 7,934 | 17,792 | 12,253 | -1,882 |
| Closing balance | 739,326 | 659,671 | 758,762 | 716,389 |
Cash Flow Statement in Summary, Group
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Result before taxes | 48,211 | 44,338 | 86,455 | 68,697 | 164,222 |
| Adjustment for items not included in cash flow | 14,316 | 15,035 | 31,077 | 25,135 | 49,382 |
| Income tax paid | -7,837 | -6,952 | -13,081 | -10,241 | -27,561 |
| Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital | 54,690 | 52,421 | 104,451 | 83,591 | 186,043 |
| Changes in working capital | -14,478 | -23,995 | 7,118 | -36,576 | 10,393 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 40,212 | 28,425 | 111,569 | 47,016 | 196,436 |
| Capitalization of development costs | -16,048 | -14,229 | -31,548 | -27,781 | -54,707 |
| Acquisitions/divestment of financial assets | -0 | 347 | 475 | 347 | 944 |
| Acquisitions/divestment of tangible assets | -3,168 | -7,522 | -4,969 | -16,996 | -31,769 |
| Cash flow from investing activities | -19,217 | -21,404 | -36,042 | -44,430 | -85,532 |
| Amortization of loans | -8,320 | -8,432 | -15,340 | -16,406 | -31,421 |
| Amortization of leasing debts | -3,126 | -2,950 | -6,234 | -5,976 | -11,949 |
| Dividend paid | -53,666 | -53,666 | -53,666 | -53,666 | -53,666 |
| Cash flow from financing activities | -65,113 | -65,048 | -75,240 | -76,048 | -97,036 |
| Total cash flow | -44,117 | -58,027 | 287 | -73,463 | 13,867 |
| Liquid funds at beginning of period | 166,982 | 93,074 | 121,645 | 108,053 | 108,053 |
| Exchange rate fluctuations in liquid funds | -605 | -150 | 329 | 307 | -275 |
| Liquid funds at end of period | 122,261 | 34,897 | 122,261 | 34,897 | 121,645 |
Disclosures regarding interest expense:
Interest expenses for Jan-Jun 2024 amount to SEK 1,081 k (1,599) whereof SEK 298 k (383) is attributable to leasing in accordance with IFRS 16.
Income Statement in Summary and Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income, Parent Company
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 146,350 | 129,735 | 273,970 | 232,789 | 523,473 |
| Cost of goods sold | -37,427 | -27,934 | -70,874 | -47,929 | -118,814 |
| Gross profit | 108,923 | 101,801 | 203,096 | 184,860 | 404,659 |
| Sales and marketing expenses | -25,288 | -26,110 | -46,448 | -48,478 | -98,223 |
| Administration expenses | -16,817 | -14,252 | -32,547 | -29,481 | -60,862 |
| R&D expenses | -34,423 | -33,462 | -69,110 | -65,578 | -131,734 |
| Operating profit | 32,395 | 27,978 | 54,991 | 41,323 | 113,840 |
| Interest income and financial exchange gains | 6,457 | 1,884 | 8,096 | 2,861 | 8,955 |
| Interest expense and financial exchange losses | -2,339 | -3,525 | -4,323 | -4,866 | -8,877 |
| Profit before income tax | 36,513 | 26,338 | 58,763 | 39,318 | 113,919 |
| Taxes | -6,632 | -5,489 | -11,216 | -8,163 | -23,710 |
| Net profit | 29,881 | 20,849 | 47,548 | 31,155 | 90,209 |
| Statement of Comprehensive Income, Parent Company | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net profit for the period | 29,881 | 20,849 | 47,548 | 31,155 | 90,209 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | - |
| Comprehensive profit for the period | 29,881 | 20,849 | 47,548 | 31,155 | 90,209 |
Balance Sheet in Summary, Parent Company
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 | 03/31/2024 | 12/31/2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assets | ||||
| Intangible assets | 28,439 | 31,430 | 29,187 | 29,935 |
| Tangible assets | 5,566 | 5,918 | 5,385 | 5,770 |
| Deferred tax assets | 496 | 733 | 496 | 496 |
| Long term receivables from group companies | 34,079 | 32,722 | 35,728 | 35,507 |
| Financial assets | 262,658 | 263,523 | 262,658 | 263,133 |
| Inventory | 78,573 | 116,278 | 80,406 | 86,815 |
| Trade receivables | 76,051 | 76,340 | 51,819 | 71,930 |
| Receivables from group companies | 4,544 | 2,653 | 4,752 | 3,329 |
| Other receivables | 23,801 | 29,466 | 20,598 | 17,604 |
| Cash and bank | 106,005 | 29,510 | 152,133 | 110,397 |
| Total assets | 620,212 | 588,573 | 643,162 | 624,915 |
| Equity and liabilities | ||||
| Equity | 508,897 | 455,961 | 532,682 | 515,015 |
| Other provisions | 913 | 718 | 685 | 457 |
| Long-term debt, interest-bearing | 3,000 | 12,721 | 3,750 | 4,500 |
| Short-term debt, interest-bearing | 9,475 | 29,885 | 16,139 | 21,974 |
| Short-term debt, non interest-bearing | 34,805 | 32,328 | 34,773 | 35,078 |
| Trade payables | 34,742 | 25,935 | 26,063 | 20,315 |
| Liabilities to group companies | 26,130 | 29,192 | 26,915 | 25,623 |
| Warranty provisions | 2,250 | 1,833 | 2,155 | 1,953 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 620,212 | 588,573 | 643,162 | 624,915 |
NOTE 1. ACCOUNTING POLICIES
The Group applies IFRS Accounting Standards, as adopted by the EU. This interim report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting, the Annual Accounts Act and the Nasdaq Stockholm Rule Book for Issuers. Disclosures in accordance with IAS 34 p. 16A appears not only in the financial statements and their accompanying notes but also in other parts of the interim report. The parent company applies the Annual Accounts Act and the Swedish Financial Reporting Board recommendation RFR 2 Accounting for Legal Entities. The accounting policies and calculation methods applied are consistent with those described in the Annual and Sustainability Report for 2023.
NOTE 2. SEGMENT REPORTING
CellaVision's operations comprise only one operating segment: automated microscopy systems and reagents in the field of hematology. Therefore, references are made to the Group's consolidated income statement and balance sheet regarding operating segment reporting.
NOTE 3. RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES
CellaVision is exposed to several risks, which may impact the Group's development to a greater or lesser extent. Reduced demand, currency fluctuations and production disruptions are both risks and uncertainties to varying degrees. For a more detailed description of the risks and uncertainties facing CellaVision, please refer to the risk analysis on pages 55-57 and Note A2 and A5 in the Annual and Sustainability Report for 2023.
| Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Instruments | Reagents | Software & Other |
Total | Instruments | Reagents | Software & Other |
Total |
| Americas | 43,307 | 496 | 23,540 | 67,343 | 53,204 | 671 | 27,412 | 81,287 |
| EMEA | 31,170 | 33,196 | 18,715 | 83,081 | 31,975 | 32,260 | 11,591 | 75,826 |
| APAC | 32,862 | 1,491 | 3,015 | 37,369 | 7,175 | 1,776 | 3,605 | 12,556 |
| Total | 107,339 | 35,184 | 45,270 | 187,793 | 92,354 | 34,707 | 42,607 | 169,668 |
| NOTE 4. ALLOCATION OF SALES | |
|---|---|
| ----------------------------- | -- |
| Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Instruments | Reagents | Software & Other |
Total | Instruments | Reagents | Software & Other |
Total |
| Americas | 93,116 | 1,157 | 45,117 | 139,390 | 84,540 | 935 | 54,335 | 139,810 |
| EMEA | 59,055 | 67,662 | 35,293 | 162,010 | 53,964 | 61,023 | 25,804 | 140,791 |
| APAC | 46,962 | 2,299 | 7,211 | 56,472 | 19,511 | 2,848 | 5,805 | 28,164 |
| Total | 199,133 | 71,118 | 87,621 | 357,873 | 158,015 | 64,806 | 85,944 | 308,764 |
Other refers to spare parts and consumables.
NOTE 5. INTANGIBLE ASSETS
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Capitalised expenditure for development | 237,625 | 187,453 |
| Goodwill | 126,720 | 131,541 |
| Trademarks, customer relationships and other intangible assets | 95,331 | 110,502 |
| Total intangible assets | 459,676 | 429,496 |
NOTE 7. FINANCIAL ASSETS AND LIABILITIES
The disclosed value of financial assets, trade receivables, other receivables, cash and bank, trade payables, and other short-term liabilities constitutes a reasonable approximation of fair value.
NOTE 8. EMPLOYEES
NOTE 6. TANGIBLE FIXED ASSETS
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Right of use assets | ||
| Land and buildings | 23,984 | 32,789 |
| Machinery, equipment | 2,264 | 3,122 |
| Total right of use assets | 26,248 | 35,911 |
| Tangible fixed assets that are not right of use assets | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land and buildings | 68,587 | 67,146 | ||
| Machinery, equipment | 27,745 | 22,480 |
Total tangible fixed assets that are not right of use assets 96,332 89,626
| Total tangible fixed assets | 122,580 | 125,537 |
|---|---|---|
The tangible fixed assets amounted to SEK 122,580 m on the balance sheet date. The majority of the right of use assets consists of leases for office premises. For all leases for which the Group is lessee (which are not short term leases or low value assets), the Group recognizes a right of use asset and a lease liability.
When valuating the right of use asset, the acquisition method is used, i.e the right of use asset is calculated at acquisition cost, adjusted for any revaluation of the lease liability less depreciation.
The right of use asset is reported as a tangible fixed asset, while leasing liability is reported separately in the Group's statement of financial position as long-term debt, interest-bearing and short-term debt, interest-bearing.
| Average number of employees | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent employees | 221 | 237 |
| Temporary employees | 16 | 18 |
| Total | 238 | 255 |
The average number of employees is calculated as an average of the number of full-time positions at the beginning and end of the period. Temporary employees include the equivalent full-time positions employed on fixed-term contracts with a defined end date, this also includes paid interns and apprentices.
NOTE 9. SIGNIFICANT EVENTS AFTER THE PERIOD CLOSE
No significant events have occurred after the period close.
The company presents certain financial measures in the interim report which are not defined according to IFRS. The financial metrics are used by the company's management to evaluate relevant trends, and the company believes that they can provide valuable supplementary information to investors. CellaVision's definitions of these measures may differ from other companies' definitions of the same terms. These financial measures should therefore be seen as a supplement rather than as a replacement for measures defined according
to IFRS. Definitions of measures which are not defined according to IFRS and which are not mentioned elsewhere in the interim report are presented below. Reconciliation of these measures is shown in the tables below. Currency effect. Exchange rate effects on sales growth for the period.
Equity/assets ratio. Shareholders' equity including noncontrolling interests as a percentage of total assets. EBITDA. Overall financial performance before interest, taxesdepreciation and amortization. Gross margin. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales. Gross profit. Net sales less cost of goods sold. Operating margin (EBIT), Operating profit (EBIT) as a percentage of net sales for the period. Operating profit (EBIT). Earnings before interest and tax.
Equity-asset ratio
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | 06/30/2024 | 06/30/2023 | 12/31/2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Equity | 739,326 | 659,671 | 716,389 |
| Balance sheet total | 957,310 | 898,192 | 928,712 |
| Equity ratio | 77% | 73% | 77% |
Gross margin
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 187,793 | 169,668 | 357,873 | 308,764 | 677,292 |
| Gross profit | 124,550 | 118,834 | 236,615 | 215,694 | 463,040 |
| Gross margin | 66% | 70% | 66% | 70% | 68% |
Operating margin
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 187,793 | 169,668 | 357,873 | 308,764 | 677,292 |
| Operating profit | 49,115 | 46,194 | 87,934 | 71,230 | 167,051 |
| Operating margin | 26% | 27% | 25% | 23% | 25% |
EBITDA
| Amounts in ' 000 SEK | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Jan-Jun 2024 | Jan-Jun 2023 | Jan-Dec 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating profit | 49,115 | 46,194 | 87,934 | 71,230 | 167,051 |
| Amortization/depreciation/write-down | 10,592 | 9,838 | 21,033 | 19,351 | 39,763 |
| EBITDA | 59,706 | 56,032 | 108,967 | 90,582 | 206,815 |
Net sales
| Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2024 | Apr-Jun 2023 | Apr-Jun 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) | '000 SEK | (%) | '000 SEK | |
| Last period | 169,668 | 183,575 | ||
| Organic growth | 10% | 16,797 | -15% | -27,264 |
| Currency effect | 1% | 1,357 | 7% | 13,357 |
| Current period | 11% | 187,822 | -8% | 169,668 |
Questions Concerning the Report
Publication
This information constitutes information that CellaVision AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation and the Swedish Securities Markets Act. The information was submitted for publication at 7:20 a.m. CEST on July 19, 2024.
CellaVision is listed on the Nasdaq Stockholm, Mid Cap list. The company is traded under the ticker symbol CEVI and ISIN code SE0000683484
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This is CellaVision
About Us
CellaVision is an innovative, global medical technology company that develops and sells its own leading solutions for routine analysis of blood and other body fluids in health care services. These analyses play a vital role in swift and accurate disease diagnoses, particularly in cases of infections and serious cancer diseases. The products replace manual laboratory work, and secure and support effective workflows and skills development within and between hospitals. The company has leading-edge expertise in sample preparation, image analysis, artificial intelligence and automated microscopy. Sales are via global partners with support from the parent company in Lund, Sweden and by the company´s 12 local market support organizations covering more than 40 countries.

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Our Strategic Ambition: The power of focus
Our strategic ambition is to digitalize and improve microscopy workflows to provide diagnostic certainty in the medical labs of the world. Our strategy is supported by our organization, processes and culture. The strategy rests on five strategic pillars:
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- Maximize our leading position in large laboratories
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- Accelerate the worldwide adoption of the DC-1
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- Accelerate our global leadership in reagents
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- Expand into specialized microscopy analyses
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- Explore new areas of analytics with innovation
Financial Ambition
CellaVision's objective is to create a global standard for digital microscopy. The objective is broken down into important financial targets:
• Sales growth
Increase sales over an economic cycle by an average of around 15 percent per year.
• Profitability
The EBITDA margin is to exceed 30 percent over an economic cycle.
Mission
Our mission is to advance laboratory workflow and diagnostic certainty through intelligent microscopy
Our mission defines what our line of business is and what purpose we serve. Our tools for automating cell classification and diagnostic certainty include analyzers, staining reagents, smearing and staining devices and software. We are at the forefront of advancing laboratory technology, using deep learning and artificial intelligence.
Vision
Our vision is to elevate healthcare through the evolution of microscopy
Our vision fulfills our values and provide the big picture of why we are here. Our customers work in laboratories. We provide microscopes with intelligence to make lab work easier and more efficient. Because the faster a blood sample can be correctly analyzed, the faster a patient can get a diagnosis and treatment.