Quarterly Report • Apr 26, 2019
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| Q1 | Q1 | LTM | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2019 | 2018 |
| Net sales | 4,650 | 4,442 | 18,482 | 18,274 |
| EBITDA | 818 | 761 | 3,170 | 3,113 |
| % of net sales | 17.6% | 17.1% | 17.2% | 17.0% |
| Operating profit (EBIT) | 618 | 638 | 2,567 | 2,587 |
| % of net sales | 13.3% | 14.4% | 13.9% | 14.2% |
| Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting comparability | 618 | 638 | 2,659 | 2,679 |
| % of net sales | 13.3% | 14.4% | 14.4% | 14.7% |
| Profit for the period | 344 | 375 | 1,545 | 1,576 |
| Earnings per share, SEK | 1.16 | 1.27 | 5.22 | 5.33 |
| Cash flow for the period | 1,233 | -116 | 2,269 | 920 |
| Operating cash flow⁽¹⁾ | 84 | -27 | 2,727 | 2,616 |
| Core working capital | 4,716 | 4,298 | 4,716 | 3,986 |
| Capital expenditure in fixed assets | -86 | -78 | -430 | -422 |
| RoOC | 29.9% | 32.3% | 29.9% | 30.5% |
⁽¹⁾Net cash flow from operations after investments in fixed assets and excluding income tax paid.



(SEK m) 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1,000 2017 Q1 2017 Q2 2017 Q3 2017 Q4 2018 Q1 2018 Q2 2018 Q3 2018 Q4 2019 Q1 Q RT Quarterly EBIT before i.a.c. Rolling 12-month EBIT before i.a.c.
Operating profit (EBIT) before i.a.c
The first quarter 2019 proves that Dometic stands strong despite a challenging environment in RV OEM. This was one of the more difficult quarters for us in a long time, both in terms of market development as well as comparables. EBIT and EBITDA margins held up well, and we saw improvements in two out of three regions. Businesses outside RV OEM grew by 7 percent, with particularly healthy development in Marine. Total net sales growth was 5 percent, of which -6 percent was organic.
We are pleased to report a positive cash flow in the first quarter for the first time in Dometic's history as a listed company. This is the result of hard work and focus across the organization.
Americas reported total net sales growth of -2 percent, of which -11 percent was organic, and the EBIT margin was 11.6 percent in the quarter. The RV OEM market remained weak, and we have continued to focus on adapting the organization and processes. Q1 2018 was an extremely good quarter for Americas, boosted by strong net sales and positive one-offs. We succeeded in protecting profitability and compensating for the impact of tariffs, whilst at the same time allowing investments in growth initiatives and new opportunities. Considering the good development in our marine business and expected normalization of the inventory levels in the RV industry, we expect the second half of 2019 to be more positive for the region.
EMEA reported total net sales growth of 17 percent, of which 3 percent was organic, and the EBIT margin was 13.5 percent in the quarter. The focus on efficiency improvements and pricing continues to generate a positive development on profitability. The EBIT margin improved by 1.2 percentage points, despite some additional costs related to the acquisition of Kampa. The integration of Kampa has been well executed and the business is performing well. Marine and RV Aftermarket continued to see healthy growth, and OEM growth was mainly driven by a strong trend in Marine.
APAC continues to show a strong EBIT margin, 21.3 percent, positively impacted by disciplined pricing and cost reductions. The reported total net sales growth of -6 percent, of which -10 percent was organic, was negatively impacted by the discontinuation of certain low-margin products early in 2018 and a softer RV OEM market in Pacific. Aftermarket in Asia developed well and grew by 14 percent in the quarter.
Operating cash flow was SEK 84 million, compared with SEK -27 million the same quarter last year. Cash flow remains an important focus area going forward. Leverage was 2.95x at the end of the quarter.
Our outlook for 2019 remains unchanged, with organic sales growth estimated to be slightly positive with an EBIT margin close to 15 percent. Leverage is expected to be around 2.0x by the end of 2019.
Juan Vargues, President and CEO
All references to EBIT and EBIT margin on this page refer to EBIT before items affecting comparability unless otherwise stated. All references to sales development refer to constant currencies.
Net sales were SEK 4,650 m (4,442), an increase of 5% compared with the same quarter last year. This comprised -6% organic growth, 7% currency translation and 4% M&A.
Operating profit before depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) was SEK 818 m (761), an increase of 7% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBITDA margin was 17.6% (17.1%)
Operating profit (EBIT) was SEK 618 m (638), a decrease of 3% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 13.3% (14.4%). Implementation of IFRS 16 impacted Operating profit (EBIT) by net SEK 1 m.
Items affecting comparability totaled SEK -m (-).
Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting
comparability was SEK 618 m (638), a decrease of 3% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 13.3% (14.4%). Implementation of IFRS 16 improved Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting comparability by net SEK 1 m.
Financial items totaled a net amount of SEK -127 m (-127), including SEK -110 m (-96) in interest on external bank loans and SEK -4 m (-) for interest on leases as an effect of IFRS 16 implementation. Revaluation of unrealized exchange gains on cash amounted to SEK -12 m (1). Other FX revaluations and other items amounted to SEK -6 m (-35) and financial income to SEK 5 m (3).
Taxes Taxes totalled SEK -147 m (-136), corresponding to 30% (27%) of profit before tax. Total effective tax rate is higher compared to Q1 2018 mainly due to BEAT ("Base Erosion Anti-avoidance Tax), which is an additional minimum tax that was introduced in the 2017 US tax reform. In 2019, the BEAT tax rate has increased from 5% to 10%. Current tax amounted to SEK -110 m (-66) and deferred tax to SEK -37 m (-70). Paid tax of 28% (19%) is higher compared to Q1 2018, mainly due to the Group's tax paying position in Canada.
Profit for the quarter was SEK 344 m (375).
Earnings per share were SEK 1.16 (1.27).
Operating cash flow was SEK 84 m (-27).
Cash flow for the quarter was SEK 1,233 m (-116).
Financial position. Leverage was 2.95x (3.34) at the end of the first quarter of 2019.
Significant events after the period. At the 2019 Annual Shareholders Meeting held on April 9, Fredrik Cappelen was re-elected as member and Chairman of the Board of Directors. Magnus Yngen, Heléne Vibbleus, Peter Sjölander, Erik Olsson, Jacqueline Hoogerbrugge and Rainer Schmückle were re-elected as members of the Board of Directors. The proposed dividend of SEK 2.15 per share was approved.
There have been no other significant events that have impacted financial reporting after the balance sheet date.
| Q1 | Q1 | Change (%) | LTM | FY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | Rep. | Adj.⁽¹⁾ | 2019 | 2018 |
| Americas | 2,241 | 2,287 | -2% | -10% | 9,712 | 9,758 |
| EMEA | 1,979 | 1,696 | 17% | 12% | 6,988 | 6,706 |
| APAC | 430 | 459 | -6% | -9% | 1,782 | 1,810 |
| Net sales | 4,650 | 4,442 | 5% | -2% | 18,482 | 18,274 |
| Americas | 259 | 334 | -22% | -29% | 1,396 | 1,470 |
| EMEA | 267 | 209 | 28% | 20% | 872 | 814 |
| APAC | 92 | 95 | -4% | -12% | 391 | 395 |
| Operating profit (EBIT) bef. i.a.c.⁽²⁾ | 618 | 638 | -3% | -11% | 2,659 | 2,679 |
| Americas | 11.6% | 14.6% | 14.4% | 15.1% | ||
| EMEA | 13.5% | 12.3% | 12.5% | 12.1% | ||
| APAC | 21.3% | 20.8% | 22.0% | 21.8% | ||
| Operating profit % bef. i.a.c.⁽²⁾ | 13.3% | 14.4% | 14.4% | 14.7% |
⁽¹⁾Represents change in comparable currency. ⁽²⁾Before items affecting comparability.



Q1


259 SEK MILLION (334)
OPERATING MARGIN (EBIT%)*

*EBIT before items affecting comparability.
First quarter 2019
Americas reported net sales of SEK 2,241 m (2,287), representing 48% of Group net sales. Total growth was -2%, of which -11% was organic growth, 9% currency translation and 0% M&A.
Operating profit (EBIT) was SEK 259 m (334); a decrease of 22% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 11.6% (14.6%).
There were no Items affecting comparability (-).
Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting comparability was SEK 259 m (334); a decrease of 22% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 11.6% (14.6%).
For the rolling three-month January – March 2019 period, US RV shipments declined by 27% to 100,976 units compared with the same period last year.
Sales of US power boats increased by 3% during 2018.
Total OEM sales growth was -4%, of which growth in constant currency was -12%. Total Aftermarket sales growth was 5%, of which growth in constant currency was -4%.
RV OEM reported negative sales growth, as a result of a weaker US RV OEM market.
Marine OEM reported strong sales growth and underlying demand remains positive.
CPV OEM reported negative sales growth. Demand for Dometic's solutions continues to grow and the negative development in the quarter is mainly related to timing effects in a project-driven business.
Aftermarket reported negative sales growth. Strong performance in Retail and Lodging was not able to fully offset weaker development in the other businesses.
Proceedings related to the putative class action continue. Dometic remains firm in its position that the allegations in the consolidated case are without merit.



267 SEK MILLION (209)
OPERATING MARGIN (EBIT%)*

*EBIT before items affecting comparability
First quarter 2019
EMEA reported net sales of SEK 1,979 m (1,696), representing 43% of Group net sales. Total growth was 17%, of which 3% was organic growth, 4% currency translation and 10% M&A.
Operating profit (EBIT) was SEK 267 m (209), an increase of 28% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 13.5% (12.3%).
There were no Items affecting comparability (-).
Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting comparability was SEK 267 m (209); an increase of 28% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin before items affecting comparability was 13.5% (12.3%).
For the rolling three-month December 2018 – February 2019 period, RV registrations in the largest European markets declined by a modest 0.3%, to 18,455 units compared with the same period last year.
Heavy truck registrations increased by 3% in the rolling three-month December 2018 – February 2019 period, compared with the same period last year.
Total OEM sales growth was 7%, of which growth in constant currency and excluding the acquisition of Kampa was 3%.
Total Aftermarket sales growth was 28%, of which growth in constant currency and excluding the acquisition of Kampa was 2%.
RV OEM reported modest sales growth. A persistently positive trend in Germany offset a somewhat weaker performance in the Nordics and parts of Southern Europe.
Marine OEM reported strong sales growth with continued positive market trends.
CPV OEM reported negative sales growth.
Aftermarket reported good sales growth, mainly driven by RV, CPV and Marine.

First quarter 2019
APAC reported net sales of SEK 430 m (459), representing 9% of Group net sales. Total growth was -6%, of which -10% was organic growth, 4% currency translation and 0% M&A.
Operating profit (EBIT) was SEK 92 m (95); a decrease of 4% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin was 21.3% (20.8%).
There were no Items affecting comparability (-).
Operating profit (EBIT) before items affecting comparability was SEK 92 m (95); a decrease of 4% compared with the same quarter last year. The EBIT margin before items affecting comparability was 21.3% (20.8%).

Q1
NET SALES

92 SEK MILLION (95)
OPERATING MARGIN (EBIT%)*

*EBIT before items affecting comparability
For the rolling three-month December 2018 – February 2019 period, Australian domestic RV production increased by 5%, to 4,704 units compared with the same period last year. Comparison to periods before June 2018 is not accurate as manufacturers have been added in 2018.
Total OEM sales growth was -10%, of which growth in constant currency was -13%.
Total Aftermarket sales growth was -2%, of which growth in constant currency was -6%.
RV OEM reported negative sales growth. Demand continued to be soft in Pacific, whilst the Rest of Asia reported good growth.
Marine OEM reported negative sales growth. The positive development in Pacific did not fully offset the negative performance in Rest of Asia.
CPV OEM reported negative sales growth, impacted by the discontinuation of sales of certain low-margin products in 2018.
Aftermarket reported a negative performance. Strong growth in RV and Marine did not fully compensate for the negative development in the other businesses.
First quarter 2019
The Parent Company Dometic Group AB (publ) comprises the functions of the Group's head office, such as Group-wide management and administration. The Parent Company invoices its costs to subsidiaries.
For the first quarter 2019, the Parent Company had an operating profit of SEK 0 m (0), including administrative expenses of SEK -50 m (-37) and other operating income SEK 51 m (37).
Profit (loss) from financial items totaled SEK -217 m (-206), including interest income from subsidiaries of SEK 72 m (56), interest expenses to subsidiaries of SEK - m (-) and other financial expenses of SEK -289 m (-263).
Profit (loss) for the first quarter amounted to SEK -7 m (-1).
For further information, please refer to the Parent Company's condensed financial statements on page 11.
Solna, April 26, 2019
Juan Vargues President and CEO
This interim report has not been subject to review by the Dometic Group AB's (publ) external auditor.
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Net sales | 4,650 | 4,442 | 18,274 |
| Cost of goods sold | -3,188 | -3,064 | -12,323 |
| Gross Profit | 1,462 | 1,378 | 5,951 |
| Sales expenses | -563 | -527 | -2,259 |
| Administrative expenses | -221 | -191 | -855 |
| Other operating income and expenses | 15 | 30 | 61 |
| Items affecting comparability | 0 | 0 | -92 |
| Amortization of acquisition related intangible assets | -76 | -51 | -219 |
| Operating profit | 618 | 638 | 2,587 |
| Financial income | 5 | 3 | 11 |
| Financial expenses | -132 | -130 | -442 |
| Loss from financial items | -127 | -127 | -431 |
| Profit (loss) before tax | 491 | 511 | 2,156 |
| Taxes | -147 | -136 | -580 |
| Profit (loss) for the period | 344 | 375 | 1,576 |
| Profit (loss) for the period attributable to owners of the Parent Company | 344 | 375 | 1,576 |
| Earnings per share before and after dilution, SEK - Owners of the Parent Company | 1.16 | 1.27 | 5.33 |
| Average number of shares, million | 295.8 | 295.8 | 295.8 |
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Profit (loss) for the period | 344 | 375 | 1,576 |
| Other comprehensive income | |||
| Items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||
| Remeasurements of defined benefit pension plans, net of tax | -46 | 21 | -3 |
| -46 | 21 | -3 | |
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss: | |||
| Cash flow hedges, net of tax | 5 | 34 | 8 |
| Gains/losses from hedges of net investments in foreign operations, net of tax | -27 | -65 | -14 |
| Exchange rate differences on translation of foreign operations | 665 | 303 | 554 |
| 643 | 272 | 548 | |
| Other comprehensive income for the period | 597 | 293 | 545 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 941 | 668 | 2,121 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period attributable to | |||
| Owners of the Parent Company | 941 | 668 | 2,121 |
| Mar 31, | Mar 31, | Dec 31, | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Goodwill and trademarks | 18,786 | 17,363 | 18,203 |
| Other intangible assets | 4,642 | 4,237 | 4,507 |
| Tangible assets | 2,160 | 2,016 | 2,111 |
| Right-of-use assets | 513 | – | – |
| Deferred tax assets | 589 | 842 | 627 |
| Derivatives, long-term | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| Other non-current assets | 90 | 69 | 71 |
| Total non-current assets | 26,780 | 24,538 | 25,519 |
| Current assets | |||
| Inventories | 3,873 | 3,701 | 3,772 |
| Trade receivables | 2,459 | 2,159 | 1,705 |
| Current tax assets | 97 | 188 | 86 |
| Derivatives, short-term | 83 | 152 | 107 |
| Other current receivables | 666 | 586 | 681 |
| Prepaid expenses and accrued income | 151 | 148 | 128 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 3,363 | 1,066 | 2,113 |
| Total current assets | 10,692 | 8,000 | 8,592 |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 37,472 | 32,538 | 34,111 |
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| EQUITY | 16,970 | 15,182 | 16,029 |
| LIABILITIES | |||
| Non-current liabilities | |||
| Liabilities to credit institutions, long-term | 12,448 | 9,962 | 11,217 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 2,004 | 1,930 | 1,944 |
| Other non-current liabilities | 163 | 41 | 153 |
| Leasing liabilities, long-term | 367 | – | – |
| Provisions for pensions | 798 | 681 | 739 |
| Other provisions, long-term | 218 | 148 | 191 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 15,998 | 12,762 | 14,244 |
| Current liabilities | |||
| Liabilities to credit institutions, short-term | 909 | 1,182 | 393 |
| Trade payables | 1,616 | 1,562 | 1,491 |
| Current tax liabilities | 395 | 328 | 399 |
| Advance payments from customers | 33 | 29 | 38 |
| Leasing liabilities, short-term | 149 | – | – |
| Derivatives, short-term | 27 | 34 | 108 |
| Other provisions, short-term | 290 | 302 | 295 |
| Other current liabilities | 226 | 306 | 203 |
| Accrued expenses and prepaid income | 858 | 852 | 911 |
| Total current liabilities | 4,504 | 4,595 | 3,838 |
| TOTAL LIABILITIES | 20,502 | 17,356 | 18,082 |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 37,472 | 32,538 | 34,111 |
| Jan-Mar | Jan-Mar | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Opening balance for the period | 16,029 | 14,514 | 14,514 |
| Profit (loss) for the period | 344 | 375 | 1,576 |
| Other comprehensive income for the period | 597 | 293 | 545 |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 941 | 668 | 2,121 |
| Transactions with owners | |||
| Dividend to shareholders of the Parent Company | – | – | -606 |
| Total transactions with owners | – | – | -606 |
| Closing balance for the period | 16,970 | 15,182 | 16,029 |
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Cash flow from operations | |||
| Operating profit | 618 | 638 | 2,587 |
| Adjustment for other non-cash items | |||
| Depreciation and amortization | 200 | 123 | 526 |
| Adjustments for other non-cash items | -42 | -28 | 122 |
| Changes in working capital | |||
| Changes in inventories | 25 | -254 | -41 |
| Changes in trade receivables | -690 | -623 | -112 |
| Changes in trade payables | 109 | 52 | -80 |
| Changes in other working capital | -50 | 143 | 36 |
| Income tax paid | -137 | -97 | -313 |
| Net cash flow from operations | 33 | -46 | 2,725 |
| Cash flow from investments | |||
| Acquisition of operations, net of cash acquired | – | – | -492 |
| Investments in fixed assets | -86 | -78 | -422 |
| Proceeds from sale of fixed assets | 0 | 64 | 70 |
| Deposit | – | -233 | -233 |
| Other investing activities | -1 | 0 | 1 |
| Net cash flow from investments | -87 | -247 | -1,076 |
| Cash flow from financing | |||
| Borrowings from credit institutions | 1,494 | 542 | 3,183 |
| Repayment of loans to credit institutions | -54 | -233 | -2,849 |
| Payment of lease liability | -43 | – | – |
| Paid interest | -81 | -87 | -376 |
| Received interest | 1 | 1 | 7 |
| Other financing activities | -30 | -46 | -88 |
| Dividend paid to shareholders of the Parent Company | – | – | -606 |
| Net cash flow from financing | 1,287 | 177 | -729 |
| Cash flow for the period | 1,233 | -116 | 920 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 2,113 | 1,159 | 1,159 |
| Exchange differences on cash and cash equivalents | 17 | 23 | 34 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | 3,363 | 1,066 | 2,113 |
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Administrative expenses | -50 | -37 | -171 |
| Other operating income | 51 | 37 | 166 |
| Operating profit | 0 | 0 | -5 |
| Interest income subsidiaries | 72 | 56 | 259 |
| Interest expenses subsidiaries | – | – | – |
| Result from shares in subsidiaries | – | – | 528 |
| Other financial expenses | -289 | -263 | -777 |
| Profit (loss) from financial items | -217 | -206 | 10 |
| Group contributions | 210 | 205 | 510 |
| Profit (loss) before tax | -7 | -1 | 516 |
| Taxes | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Profit (loss) for the period | -7 | -1 | 517 |
| Mar 31, | Mar 31, | Dec 31, | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Shares in subsidiaries | 16,228 | 16,622 | 16,228 |
| Other non-current assets | 5,779 | 5,203 | 5,573 |
| Total non-current assets | 22,007 | 21,825 | 21,801 |
| Current assets | 3,393 | 1,274 | 1,825 |
| Total current assets | 3,393 | 1,274 | 1,825 |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 25,400 | 23,099 | 23,626 |
| EQUITY | 10,749 | 10,843 | 10,755 |
| PROVISIONS | |||
| Provisions | 51 | 30 | 42 |
| Total provisions | 51 | 30 | 42 |
| LIABILITIES | |||
| Non-current liabilities | 12,448 | 9,962 | 11,217 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 12,448 | 9,962 | 11,217 |
| Current liabilities | 2,152 | 2,264 | 1,611 |
| Total current liabilities | 2,152 | 2,264 | 1,611 |
| TOTAL LIABILITIES | 14,651 | 12,256 | 12,870 |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 25,400 | 23,099 | 23,626 |
Dometic Group AB (publ) and its subsidiaries (together "the Dometic Group", "Dometic" or "the Group") applies International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as adopted by the EU. This consolidated Interim Financial Report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 'Interim Financial Reporting'. The accounting and valuation principles in this interim report correspond to principles applied by the Group in the 2018 Annual Report and should be read in conjunction with that Annual Report, available at www.dometic.com.
The Swedish Annual Accounts Act and RFR 2 Accounting for Legal Entities, issued by the Swedish Financial Reporting Board, have been applied for the Parent Company. The interim report comprises pages 1-18 and pages 1-11 are thus an integral part of this financial report (IAS 34.16A).
Totals quoted in tables and statements may not always be the exact sum of the individual items because of rounding differences. The aim is for each line item to correspond to its source, and rounding differences may therefore arise.
IFRS 16 Leases came into effect as of January 1, 2019. The Group has adopted IFRS 16 Leases and it has been applied by the Group since January 1, 2019. This supersedes all lease requirements under IFRS.
For the IFRS 16 transition, Dometic has decided to apply the simplified retrospective approach and has not restated comparative amounts for 2018, the year prior to first adoption. All right-of-use assets are measured at the amount of the lease liability on adoption, and are adjusted for any prepaid or accrued lease expense.
The Group has decided to make use of the practical expedient for non-lease components, which means that each lease component and any associated non-lease component will not be treated separately but accounted for as one. Leases with similar characteristics can as a practical expedient be treated under the so-called portfolio approach. Dometic Group will not use this practical expedient but will account for leases on an individual basis. Dometic Group is using the recognition exemption for short-term leases and low-value leases and has decided to classify all IT and office equipment as low-value assets and hence not included them in the balance sheet.
The impact on the Group's consolidated financial statements is an opening balance increase, deriving from a lease liability and right-of-use asset of around SEK 500 m respectively adjusted by the amount of prepaid or accrued lease payment. There is no effect in equity. Below details show the link to recognized IFRS 16 opening lease liabilities from the previously classified operating lease commitments of IAS 17 Leases.
Future minimum lease charges for operational lease agreements at nominal value on December 31, 2018 amounted to SEK 698 m. This amount was reduced by short-term lease agreements of SEK 164 m, low-value asset lease agreements of SEK 16 m, increased by lease term extensions of SEK 25 m and it was
reduced by the impact of discounting of SEK 26 m. This results in an opening lease liability of SEK 517 m for January 1, 2019.
The detailed description of the accounting and valuation principles for leases applied by the Group in this interim report are found in Note 2.1.1 Changes in accounting policies, New and amended accounting policies for 2019 and later, of the 2018 Annual Report.
IFRIC 23 Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments IFRIC 23 – Interpretation 23 Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments is effective as of January 1, 2019. The effect from the transition is nil. The Group has applied IFRIC 23 since January 1, 2019.
Risks are part of any business and Dometic is no exception. As a global Group with production and distribution all over the world, Dometic faces risks that can impact its ability to achieve established goals, including financial targets. Effective risk management of business and market risks, operational risks (including sustainability risks), compliance and regulatory risks and financial risks creates opportunities and effective risk protection.
Dometic works according to an established risk management process with risk identification, risk assessment, risk prioritization, risk response and monitoring. The risk universe together with global and regional risk registers, risk assessments, risk maps, risk owners and the Risk Committee constitute the cornerstones of the Group's risk management. Risk responses could be avoiding the risk, reducing the risk, sharing the risk or accepting the risk. Examples of risk responses are internal control framework, internal quality programs, whistle blowing functions, insurance programs and crisis management procedures for offices and management, as well as for local factories and warehouses, as part of business continuity plans, and also to follow the development of external risks in order to be able to act quickly. Risks and risk responses are assessed annually and documented in a risk register that generates risk maps on Group and regional levels. These risk maps are the foundation for the Group's operational risk ownership and also serve as a foundation for the Group's control functions, such as Internal Control and Internal Audit, for their prioritization of focus areas. Dometic's risk owners are members of Group senior management as well as specialists and functional heads of departments. Risk owners assess their respective risks in terms of likelihood and impact and discuss and approve risk responses in terms of risk mitigating activities
The Risk Committee is the operational forum on Group level with the purpose to discuss and make decisions on risk-mitigating activities and is represented by Finance, Operations, Product Development, HR including Health and Safety, Legal, Quality, Internal Control and Internal Audit. The CFO is the chairman of the Risk Committee. The main tasks of the Risk Committee are to assess Group risks, discuss recent risk-related issues, facilitate input from Risk Committee members and review riskrelated reports and evaluate and approve risk mitigating

activities. Formal minutes with agreed actions are recorded and reviewed in the next meeting. The work of the Risk Committee is regularly reported to the Audit Committee and the Board of Directors annually.
Financial risks are risks associated with Dometic's global presence and can influence the profit and financial position, as well the ability to achieve established goals. Financial risks are managed in accordance with the Finance Policy approved by the Board. Financial risks are divided into currency risks, interest rate risks, liquidity risks, financing risks, credit risks and tax risks.
As Dometic is a global Group with operations in many countries, Dometic is exposed to both transaction risks and translation risks. Transaction risk arises where assets and liabilities are stated in different currencies and certain net sales and costs arise in different currencies. Translation risk arises when the Group's financial statements are consolidated, and the currencies differ from the functional currency of certain operating subsidiaries. Changes in interest rates can impact the Group's profit and cash flow. Liquidity risk refer to the inability to meet payment obligations due to insufficient funds or inability to meet payment obligation without significant higher financing cost. Maintaining the Group's capital structure and reducing the cost of capital through optimal capital structure are crucial for the Group's ability to continue to generate returns for shareholders. Failure by counterparties to meet payment obligations can have a negative impact on the Group's profit and financial position.
Changes in tax laws could increase Dometic's tax burden or otherwise have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, financial position and profit. The cancellation or restriction on the use of the Group's tax loss carry forwards may have a significant impact on the Group's tax burden, including a potential imposition of tax surcharges, and could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, financial position and profit. Dometic's tax burden could increase if tax authorities consider that Dometic does not act in accordance with applicable rules on transfer pricing. Dometic´s risk and risk management are described on pages 67-71 and on pages 97-100 of the 2018 Annual report.
Dometic uses interest rate swaps to hedge senior facility term loans to move from a floating interest rate to a fixed interest rate. The Group also uses currency forward agreements to hedge part of its cash flow exposure.
The fair values of Dometic's derivative assets and liabilities were SEK 83 m (Q1 2018: SEK 163 m) and SEK 27 m, (Q1 2018: SEK 34 m). The value of derivatives is based on published prices in an active market. No transfers between levels of the fair value hierarchy have occurred during the period. For financial assets and liabilities other than derivatives, fair value is assumed to be equal to the carrying amount.
| Mar 31, 2019 | Balance sheet carrying amount |
Financial instruments at amortized cost |
Financial instruments at fair value |
Derivatives used for hedging |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per category | ||||
| Derivatives | 83 | – | 12 | 71 |
| Financial assets | 6,578 | 6,578 | – | – |
| Total financial assets | 6,662 | 6,578 | 12 | 71 |
| Derivatives | 27 | – | 15 | 12 |
| Financial liabilities | 15,363 | 15,363 | – | – |
| Total financial liabilities | 15,389 | 15,363 | 15 | 12 |
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Net sales, external | |||
| Americas | |||
| OEM | 1,658 | 1,731 | 6,736 |
| Aftermarket | 583 | 557 | 3,022 |
| Americas net sales, external | 2,241 | 2,287 | 9,758 |
| RV | 1,191 | 1,369 | 5,595 |
| Marine | 966 | 839 | 3,757 |
| CPV | 48 | 50 | 229 |
| Other (Lodging and Retail) | 36 | 29 | 177 |
| Americas net sales, external | 2,241 | 2,287 | 9,758 |
| EMEA | |||
| OEM | 993 | 924 | 3,532 |
| Aftermarket | 986 | 772 | 3,173 |
| EMEA net sales, external | 1,979 | 1,696 | 6,706 |
| RV | 1,077 | 857 | 3,180 |
| Marine | 224 | 191 | 805 |
| CPV | 428 | 409 | 1,769 |
| Other (Lodging and Retail) | 250 | 240 | 951 |
| EMEA net sales, external | 1,979 | 1,696 | 6,706 |
| APAC | |||
| OEM | 192 | 215 | 857 |
| Aftermarket | 238 | 244 | 954 |
| APAC net sales, external | 430 | 459 | 1,810 |
| RV | 219 | 221 | 925 |
| Marine | 36 | 33 | 112 |
| CPV | 33 | 46 | 153 |
| Other (Lodging and Retail) | 143 | 160 | 620 |
| APAC net sales, external | 430 | 459 | 1,810 |
| Net sales, external | |||
| Americas | 2,241 | 2,287 | 9,758 |
| EMEA | 1,979 | 1,696 | 6,706 |
| APAC | 430 | 459 | 1,810 |
| Total net sales, external | 4,650 | 4,442 | 18,274 |
| Operating profit (EBIT) before i a c | |||
| Americas | 259 | 334 | 1,470 |
| EMEA | 267 | 209 | 814 |
| APAC | 92 | 95 | 395 |
| Total operating profit before i a c | 618 | 638 | 2,679 |
| Items affecting comparability | |||
| Americas | – | – | -34 |
| EMEA | – | – | -57 |
| APAC | – | – | -1 |
| Total i a c | – | – | -92 |
| Operating profit (EBIT) | |||
| Americas | 259 | 334 | 1,437 |
| EMEA | 267 | 209 | 756 |
| APAC | 92 | 95 | 394 |
| Total operating profit (EBIT) | 618 | 638 | 2,587 |
| Financial income | 5 | 3 | 11 |
| Financial expenses | -132 | -130 | -442 |
| Taxes | -147 | -136 | -580 |
| Profit (loss) for the period | 344 | 375 | 1,576 |
Segment performance is primarily assessed based on sales and operating profit. Information regarding income for each region is based on where customers are located. Management follow-up is based on the integrated result in each segment. For further information, please refer to Note 5 of the 2018 Annual Report.
Inter-segment sales were as follows.
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Americas | 112 | 100 | 389 |
| EMEA | 101 | 129 | 464 |
| APAC | 662 | 939 | 3,165 |
| Eliminations | 875 | 1,168 | 4,017 |
| Q1 | Q1 | FY | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Restructuring charges | – | – | -101 |
| Relocation China | – | – | 9 |
| Total | – | – | -92 |
The table below lists items affecting comparability by function.
| Relocation China | Restructuring charges | Total | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK m | YTD 2019 |
YTD 2018 |
FY 2018 |
YTD 2019 |
YTD 2018 |
FY 2018 |
YTD 2019 |
YTD 2018 |
FY 2018 |
| Costs of goods sold | – | – | 9 | – | – | -66 | – | – | -57 |
| Sales expenses | – | – | – | – | – | -6 | – | – | -6 |
| Administrative expenses | – | – | – | – | – | -29 | – | – | -29 |
| Other operating income and expenses | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Total | – | – | 9 | – | – | -101 | – | – | -92 |
| SEK m | Amortization Trademarks |
Amortization of Customer Relationship Assets |
Amortization of Technology |
Amortization of intellectual property |
Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Costs of goods sold | ||||||
| YTD | 2019 | – | – | -11 | -6 | -17 |
| YTD | 2018 | – | – | -10 | -6 | -16 |
| FY | 2018 | – | – | -44 | -23 | -67 |
| Sales expenses | ||||||
| YTD | 2019 | -14 | -44 | – | – | -59 |
| YTD | 2018 | 0 | -35 | – | – | -35 |
| FY | 2018 | 0 | -152 | – | – | -152 |
| Total Amortization of acquisition related intangible assets | ||||||
| YTD | 2019 | -14 | -44 | -11 | -6 | -76 |
| YTD | 2018 | 0 | -35 | -10 | -6 | -51 |
| FY | 2018 | 0 | -152 | -44 | -23 | -219 |
Right-of-use assets information is specified below as per Q1 2019.
Depreciation and amortization of SEK 200 m includes depreciation Right-of-use assets of SEK 42 m.
| Depreciation and amortization |
|||
|---|---|---|---|
| YTD | YTD | ||
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 | |
| Depreciation and amortization | -200 | -123 | |
| Add back depreciation related to right-of use assets |
42 | – | |
| Total | -158 | -123 |
Right-of-use assets
| Mar 31, | Mar 31, | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK m | 2019 | 2018 |
| Buildings | 469 | – |
| Machinery, equipment and other technical installations |
44 | – |
| Total | 513 | – |
No transactions between Dometic and related parties that have significantly affected the company's position and earnings took place in Q1 2019.
Dometic has not made any acquisitions or divestments during Q1 2019.
On December 3 2018, Dometic acquired Kampa, an innovative provider of Retail and Aftermarket products based in the UK.
Kampa significantly broadens Dometic's Retail and Aftermarket offering in EMEA, with good potential for further expansion and profitable growth.
The cash purchase price was GBP 50 m on a debt and cash free basis excluding potential earn-out elements. The total cash purchase price amounted to GBP 57.9 m including earn out elements of GBP 8.5 m. GBP 8.5 m has been accounted for as a non-interest-bearing liability to the Sellers.
If the acquisition had been consolidated as of January 1, 2018, the effect on proforma net sales would have been GBP 40 m and EBITDA of 7 m. Aftermarket sales account for 100% of revenue. The business operates with a small fixed asset base which requires limited Capex each year.
The summary of value adjustments recognized as a result of the preliminary purchase price allocation of Kampa totals SEK 512 m, including goodwill of SEK 309 m, trademarks and tradenames of SEK 16 m, customer relationships of SEK 208 m, other intangible assets of SEK 1 m, operating assets of SEK 222 m, cash of SEK 31 m, other non-current liabilities of SEK 47 m and operating liabilities of SEK 229 m.
Goodwill is justified by new potential customers relationships and market position. Acquisition-related costs in the consolidated income statement for Q4 2018 amount to SEK 10 m. Sales and cost synergies are expected to be limited. The acquisition has affected consolidated net sales with SEK 12 m and operating profit of SEK -3.5 m including step up inventory of -2.6 m.
At the 2019 Annual Shareholders Meeting held on April 9, Fredrik Cappelen was re-elected as member and Chairman of the Board of Directors. Magnus Yngen, Heléne Vibbleus, Peter Sjölander, Erik Olsson, Jacqueline Hoogerbrugge and Rainer Schmückle were re-elected as members of the Board of Directors. The proposed dividend of SEK 2.15 per share was approved.
There have been no other significant events that have impacted financial reporting after the balance sheet date.
Dometic presents some financial measures in this interim report, which are not defined by IFRS. The company believes that these measures provide valuable additional information to investors and management for evaluating the company's financial performance, financial position and trends in the company's operations. It should be noted that these measures, as defined, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies. These non-IFRS measures should not be considered as substitutes for financial reporting measures prepared in accordance with IFRS. See Dometic's website www. dometic.com for the detailed reconciliation.
Consists of inventories and trade receivables less trade payables.
Operating profit (EBIT) before Depreciation and Amortization. Depreciation also includes Depreciation of Right-of-use assets as of January 1, 2019, when IFRS 16 Leases came into effect.
EBITDA divided by net sales.
Net debt excluding pensions and accrued interest in relation to EBITDA before items affecting comparability and including acquisitions proforma. Any cash deposits with tax authorities are treated as cash in leverage calculation.
Total borrowings including pensions and accrued interest less cash and cash equivalents.
Cash flow from operations after investments in fixed assets excluding income tax paid.
Sales growth excluding acquisitions/divestments and currency translation effects. Quarters calculated at comparable currency, applying latest period average rate.
Operating profit (EBIT) divided by operating capital. Based on the operating profit (EBIT) for the four previous quarters, divided by the average operating capital for the previous four quarters, excluding goodwill and trademarks for the previous quarter.
Aftermarket.
Expenses related to the purchase of tangible and intangible assets.
Commercial and Passenger Vehicles.
Net profit for the period divided by average number of shares.
Financial Year ended December 31, 2018.
Items affecting comparability are events or transactions with significant financial effects, which are relevant for understanding the financial performance when comparing profit for the current period with previous periods. Items included are for example restructuring programs, expenses related to major revaluations, gains and losses from acquisitions or disposals of subsidiaries.
Liabilities to credit institutions plus liabilities to related parties plus provisions for pensions.
Last twelve months
Profit (loss) for the period
OCI
Other Comprehensive Income.
Original Equipment Manufacturers.
excluding goodwill and trademarks
Interest-bearing debt plus equity less cash and cash equivalents, excluding goodwill and trademarks.
Operating profit (EBIT) before financial items and taxes.
Operating profit (EBIT) divided by net sales.
Recreational Vehicles.
January to March 2019 for Income Statement.
January to March 2018 for Income Statement.
Core working capital plus other current assets less other current liabilities and provisions relating to operations.
YTD 2018
Year to date. January to March 2018 for Income statement.

Analysts and media are invited to participate in a telephone conference at 10.00 (CEST), April 26, 2019, during which President and CEO, Juan Vargues and CFO, Per-Arne Blomquist, will present the report and answer questions. To participate in the webcast/telephone conference, please dial in five minutes prior to the start of the conference call:
Sweden: +46 8 505 58 357
UK: +44 333 300 9272
US: +1 646 722 4904
The webcast URL and presentation are available at www.dometic.com
Johan Lundin Head of Investor Relations and Communications Phone: +46 8 501 025 46 E-mail: [email protected]
Dometic Group AB (publ)
Hemvärnsgatan 15 SE-171 54 Solna, Sweden Phone: +46 8 501 025 00 www.dometic.com Corporate registration number 556829-4390
This information is information that Dometic Group AB (publ) is obliged to make public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 08:00 CEST on April 26, 2019.
This document is a translation of the Swedish version of the interim report. In the event of any discrepancy, the Swedish wording shall prevail.
MAY 28, 2019: Capital Markets Day JULY 17, 2019: Interim report for the second quarter 2019 OCTOBER 24, 2019: Interim report for the third quarter 2019
Dometic is a global market leader in branded solutions for mobile living in the areas of Food & Beverage, Climate, Power & Control, Hygiene & Sanitation and Safety & Security. Dometic operates in the Americas, EMEA and APAC, providing products for use in recreational vehicles, pleasure and workboats, trucks and premium cars, and for a variety of other uses. Our motivation is to create smart and reliable products with outstanding design. We have a global distribution and dealer network in place to serve the aftermarket. Dometic employs approximately 8,000 people worldwide, had net sales of SEK 18.0 billion in 2018 and is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden.
Some statements herein are forward-looking and the actual outcome could be materially different. In addition to the factors explicitly commented upon, the actual outcome could be materially aff ected by other factors, (a) changes in economic, market and competitive conditions, (b) success of business and operating initiatives, (c) changes in the regulatory environment and other government actions, (d) fluctuations in exchange rates and (e) business risk management.
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