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Ferrari N.V. Interim / Quarterly Report 2019

Aug 2, 2019

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Exhibit 99.1

Ferrari N.V.

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Semi-Annual Report At and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019

CONTENTS

Page
BOARD OF DIRECTORS 1
INDEPENDENT
AUDITORS
1
CERTAIN DEFINED TERMS 1
INTRODUCTION 2
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS
Highlights 3
Forward-Looking Statements 5
Non-GAAP Financial Measures 7
Results of Operations 11
Liquidity and Capital Resources 19
Outlook 27
SEMI-ANNUAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AT
AND FOR THE THREE
AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2019
Semi-Annual Consolidated Income Statement F-1
Semi-Annual Statement of Comprehensive Income F-2
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Financial Position F-3
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows F-4
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity F-5
Notes to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements F-6

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Executive Chairman

John Elkann

Chief Executive Officer

Louis C. Camilleri

Vice Chairman

Piero Ferrari

Directors

Delphine Arnault Giuseppina Capaldo Eddy Cue Sergio Duca Maria Patrizia Grieco Adam Keswick Elena Zambon

INDEPENDENT AUDITORS

EY S.p.A.

CERTAIN DEFINED TERMS

In this report (the "Semi-Annual Report"), unless otherwise specified, the terms "we," "our," "us," the "Group," the "Company" and "Ferrari" refer to Ferrari N.V., individually or together with its subsidiaries, as the context may require.

INTRODUCTION

The Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements at and for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 (the "Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements") included in this Semi-Annual Report have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") and in accordance with IFRS as endorsed by the European Union, and in particular, in compliance with IAS 34 - Interim Financial Reporting. There is no effect on these Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements resulting from differences between IFRS as issued by the IASB and IFRS as adopted by the European Union. The accounting principles applied are consistent with those used for the preparation of the annual consolidated financial statements at and for the year ended December 31, 2018 (the "Annual Consolidated Financial Statements"), except as otherwise stated in "New standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019" in the notes to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

The Group's financial information in this Semi-Annual Report is presented in Euro except that, in some instances, information is presented in U.S. Dollars. All references in this report to "Euro" and "€" refer to the currency introduced at the start of the third stage of European Economic and Monetary Union pursuant to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, as amended, and all references to "U.S. Dollars," "U.S.\$" and "\$" refer to the currency of the United States of America (or "United States").

Certain totals in the tables included in this Semi-Annual Report may not add due to rounding.

The financial data in "Results of Operations" is presented in millions of Euro, while the percentages presented are calculated using the underlying figures in thousands of Euro.

This Semi-Annual Report is unaudited.

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Highlights

Consolidated Income Statement Data

_____________________________

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ million, except per share data)
Net revenues 984 906 1,924 1,737
EBIT 239 218 471 428
Profit before taxes 230 213 455 419
Net profit 184 160 364 309
Net profit attributable to:
Owners of the parent 183 160 361 308
Non-controlling interests 1 3 1
Basic earnings per common share (in Euro) (1) 0.97 0.85 1.92 1.63
Diluted earnings per common share (in Euro) (1) 0.96 0.85 1.91 1.62
Dividend approved per common share (in Euro) (2) (3) 1.03 0.71 1.03 0.71

(1) See Note 13 "Earnings per Share" to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per common share. The weighted average number of shares for diluted earnings per share was increased to take into consideration the theoretical effect of the potential common shares that would be issued under the Company's equity incentive plans (assuming 100 percent of the related awards vested).

(2) Following approval of the annual accounts by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders on April 12, 2019, a dividend distribution of €1.03 per outstanding common share was approved, corresponding to a total distribution of €193 million. This distribution was made from the retained earnings reserve. In May 2019 the Company paid €181 million of the distribution to owners of the parent and the remaining balance, which relates to withholdings taxes, will be paid in the third quarter of 2019.

(3) Following approval of the annual accounts by the shareholders at the Annual General Meeting of the Shareholders on April 13, 2018, a dividend distribution of €0.71 per common share was approved, corresponding to a total distribution of €134 million. The distribution was made from the retained earnings reserve. In May 2018 the Company paid €129 million of the distribution to owners of the parent and the remaining balance, which relates to withholding taxes, was paid in the third quarter of 2018.

Consolidated Statement of Financial Position Data

At June 30, At December 31,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash and cash equivalents 881 794
Total assets 5,278 4,852
Debt 2,048 1,927
Total equity 1,383 1,354
Equity attributable to owners of the parent 1,377 1,349
Non-controlling interests 6 5
Share capital 3 3
Common shares issued and outstanding (in thousands of shares) 186,929 187,921

Other Statistical Information

Shipments (1)

(Number of cars and % of total cars) For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 % 2018 % 2019 % 2018 %
EMEA
UK 291 10.9 % 255 10.4 % 580 11.0 % 536 11.7 %
Germany 226 8.5 % 179 7.3 % 447 8.5 % 383 8.3 %
Italy 151 5.7 % 140 5.7 % 303 5.7 % 259 5.6 %
France 103 3.9 % 97 3.9 % 216 4.1 % 198 4.3 %
Switzerland 115 4.3 % 103 4.2 % 211 4.0 % 200 4.4 %
Middle East (2) 41 1.5 % 55 2.2 % 113 2.1 % 113 2.5 %
Other EMEA (3) 268 10.0 % 244 9.9 % 534 10.1 % 487 10.6 %
Total EMEA 1,195 44.8% 1,073 43.6% 2,404 45.5% 2,176 47.4%
Americas (4) 803 30.1 % 850 34.5 % 1,523 28.8 % 1,419 30.9 %
Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan 289 10.8 % 177 7.2 % 617 11.7 % 360 7.8 %
Rest of APAC (5) 384 14.3 % 363 14.7 % 737 14.0 % 636 13.9 %
Total 2,671 100.0% 2,463 100.0% 5,281 100.0% 4,591 100.0%

(1) Excluding the XX Programme, racing cars, Fuori Serie, pre-owned and one-off cars.

(2) Middle East mainly includes the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Lebanon, Qatar, Oman and Kuwait.

(3) Other EMEA includes Africa and the other European markets not separately identified.

(4) Americas includes the United States of America, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

(5) Rest of APAC mainly includes Japan, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia.

Average number of employees for the period

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
Average number of employees for the period 4,154 3,553 4,097 3,513

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this report, particularly those regarding our possible or assumed future performance are "forward-looking statements" that contain risks and uncertainties. In some cases, words such as "may", "will", "expect", "could", "should", "intend", "estimate", "anticipate", "believe", "remain", "continue", "on track", "successful", "grow", "design", "target", "objective", "goal", "forecast", "projection", "outlook", "prospects", "plan", "guidance" and similar expressions are used to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements reflect the respective current views of Ferrari with respect to future events and involve significant risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated in the forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, without limitation:

  • our ability to preserve and enhance the value of the Ferrari brand;
  • the success of our Formula 1 racing team and the expenses we incur for our Formula 1 activities, as well as the popularity of Formula 1 more broadly;
  • our ability to keep up with advances in high performance car technology and to make appealing designs for our new models;
  • our ability to preserve our relationship with the automobile collector and enthusiast community;
  • changes in client preferences and automotive trends;
  • changes in the general economic environment, including changes in some of the markets in which we operate, and changes in demand for luxury goods, including high performance luxury cars, which is highly volatile;
  • competition in the luxury performance automobile industry;
  • our ability to successfully carry out our growth strategy and, particularly, our ability to grow our presence in growth and emerging market countries;
  • our low volume strategy;
  • reliance upon a number of key members of executive management and employees, and the ability of our current management team to operate and manage effectively;
  • the performance of our dealer network on which we depend for sales and services;
  • increases in costs, disruptions of supply or shortages of components and raw materials;
  • disruptions at our manufacturing facilities in Maranello and Modena;
  • the performance of our licensees for Ferrari-branded products;
  • our ability to protect our intellectual property rights and to avoid infringing on the intellectual property rights of others;
  • the ability of Maserati, our engine customer, to sell its planned volume of cars;
  • our continued compliance with customs regulations of various jurisdictions;
  • the impact of increasingly stringent fuel economy, emission and safety standards, including the cost of compliance, and any required changes to our products;
  • the challenges and costs of integrating hybrid and electric technology more broadly into our car portfolio over time;
  • product recalls, liability claims and product warranties;
  • the adequacy of our insurance coverage to protect us against potential losses;
  • our ability to ensure that our employees, agents and representatives comply with applicable law and regulations;
  • our ability to maintain the functional and efficient operation of our information technology systems, including our ability to defend from the risk of cyberattacks, including on our in-vehicle technology;
  • our ability to service and refinance our debt;

  • our ability to provide or arrange for adequate access to financing for our dealers and clients, and associated risks;

  • labor relations and collective bargaining agreements;
  • exchange rate fluctuations, interest rate changes, credit risk and other market risks;
  • changes in tax, tariff or fiscal policies and regulatory, political and labor conditions in the jurisdictions in which we operate, including possible future bans of combustion engine cars in cities and the potential advent of self-driving technology;
  • potential conflicts of interest due to director and officer overlaps with our largest shareholders; and
  • other factors discussed elsewhere in this document.

We expressly disclaim and do not assume any liability in connection with any inaccuracies in any of the forward-looking statements in this document or in connection with any use by any third party of such forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in such forward-looking statements. We do not undertake an obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

We monitor and evaluate our operating and financial performance using several non-GAAP financial measures including: EBITDA, Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted EBIT, Adjusted Net Profit, Adjusted Basic and Diluted Earnings per Common Share, Net Debt, Net Industrial Debt, Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities, as well as a number of financial metrics measured on a constant currency basis. We believe that these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful and relevant information regarding our performance and our ability to assess our financial performance and financial position. They also provide us with comparable measures that facilitate management's ability to identify operational trends, as well as make decisions regarding future spending, resource allocations and other operational decisions. While similar measures are widely used in the industry in which we operate, the financial measures we use may not be comparable to other similarly titled measures used by other companies nor are they intended to be substitutes for measures of financial performance or financial position as prepared in accordance with IFRS.

EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA

EBITDA is defined as net profit before income tax expense, net financial expenses and amortization and depreciation. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as EBITDA as adjusted for certain income and costs which are significant in nature, expected to occur infrequently, and that management considers not reflective of ongoing operational activities. EBITDA is presented by management to aid investors in their analysis of the performance of the Group and to assist investors in the comparison of the Group's performance with that of other companies. Adjusted EBITDA is presented to demonstrate how the underlying business has performed prior to the impact of the adjustments, which may obscure the underlying performance and impair comparability of results between periods.

The following table sets forth the calculation of EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, and provides a reconciliation of these non-GAAP measures to net profit.

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ million)
Net profit 184 160 364 309
Income tax expense 46 53 91 110
Net financial expenses 9 5 16 9
Amortization and depreciation 75 73 154 135
EBITDA 314 291 625 563
Release of charges for Takata airbag inflator recalls (1) (1)
Adjusted EBITDA 314 290 625 562

Adjusted EBIT

Adjusted EBIT represents EBIT as adjusted for certain income and costs which are significant in nature, expected to occur infrequently, and that management considers not reflective of ongoing operational activities. We provide such information in order to present how the underlying business has performed prior to the impact of such items, which may obscure the underlying performance and impair comparability of results between the periods.

The following table sets forth the calculation of Adjusted EBIT for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018.

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ million)
EBIT 239 218 471 428
Release of charges for Takata airbag inflator recalls (1) (1)
Adjusted EBIT 239 217 471 427

Adjusted Net Profit

Adjusted Net Profit represents net profit as adjusted for certain income and costs (net of tax effect) which are significant in nature, expected to occur infrequently, and that management considers not reflective of ongoing operational activities. We provide such information in order to present how the underlying business has performed prior to the impact of such items, which may obscure the underlying performance and impair comparability of results between the periods.

The following table sets forth the calculation of Adjusted Net Profit for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018.

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ million)
Net profit 184 160 364 309
Release of charges for Takata airbag inflator recalls
(net of tax effect)
(1) (1)
Adjusted Net Profit 184 159 364 308

Adjusted Basic and Diluted Earnings per Common Share

Adjusted Basic and Diluted Earnings per Common Share represents earnings per share, as adjusted for certain income and costs (net of tax effect) which are significant in nature, expected to occur infrequently, and that management considers not reflective of ongoing operational activities. We provide such information in order to present how the underlying business has performed prior to the impact of such items, which may obscure the underlying performance and impair comparability of results between the periods.

The following table sets forth the calculation of Adjusted Basic and Diluted Earnings per Common Share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018.

For the three months
ended June 30,
For the six months ended
June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
Net profit attributable to owners of the parent € million 183 160 361 308
Release of charges related to Takata airbag inflator recalls
(net of tax effect)
€ million (1) (1)
Adjusted net profit attributable to owners of the
Company
€ million 183 159 361 307
Weighted average number of common shares thousand 187,409 188,646 187,544 188,745
Adjusted basic earnings per common share 0.97 0.84 1.92 1.63
Weighted average number of common shares for diluted
earnings per common share
thousand 188,207 189,451 188,342 189,551
Adjusted diluted earnings per common share (1) 0.96 0.84 1.91 1.62

(1) For the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 the weighted average number of common shares for diluted earnings per share was increased to take into consideration the theoretical effect of the potential common shares that would be issued under the Company's equity incentive plans.

Net Debt and Net Industrial Debt

Due to different sources of cash flows used for the repayment of Debt between industrial activities and financial services activities, and the different business structure and leverage implications, Net Industrial Debt, together with Net Debt, are the primary measures used by us to analyze our capital structure and financial leverage. We believe the presentation of Net Industrial Debt aids management and investors in their analysis of the Group's financial position and financial performance and to compare with other companies. Net Industrial Debt is defined as total Debt less Cash and cash equivalents (Net Debt), further adjusted to exclude the debt and cash and cash equivalents related to our financial services activities (Net Debt of Financial Services Activities). Prior to the first quarter of 2019, we defined Net Industrial Debt as Net Debt adjusted to exclude (a) the funded portion of the self-liquidating financial receivables portfolio, which is the portion of our receivables from financing activities that we fund with external debt or intercompany loans but not (b) the cash and cash equivalents of the financial activities, since such cash was considered also available for use in our industrial activities. We believe the current definition provides a more comprehensive disclosure of our underlying financial leverage from industrial activities. Net Industrial Debt for the comparative period has been restated to conform to the current presentation.

The following table sets forth a reconciliation of Net Debt and Net Industrial Debt at June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 (for information purposes, Net Industrial Debt at June 30, 2018 was €502 million according to the current definition).

At June 30, At December 31,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash and cash equivalents 881 794
Debt (2,048) (1,927)
Net Debt (A) (1,167) (1,133)
Net Debt of Financial Services Activities (B) (814) (763)
Net Industrial Debt (A-B) (353) (370)

Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities

Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities are two of our primary key performance indicators to measure the Group's performance. These measures are presented by management to aid investors in their analysis of the Group's financial performance and to compare the Group's financial performance with that of other companies. Free Cash Flow is defined as cash flows from operating activities less investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities is defined as Free Cash Flow adjusted to exclude the operating cash flow from our financial services activities (Free Cash Flow from Financial Services Activities). Prior to the first quarter of 2019, we defined Free Cash Flow as cash flows from operating activities less cash flows used in investing activities, and we defined Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities as Free Cash Flow adjusted for the change in the self-liquidating financial receivables portfolio (which is the change in our receivables from financing activities). In order to align our definition of Free Cash Flow to other more common definitions and to allow the definition of Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities to exclude all cash flows from operating activities not attributable to the industrial activities, even if such cash flows were available for industrial activities, we determined it was appropriate to redefine Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities starting in 2019. Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities for the comparative periods have been restated to conform to the current presentation.

The following table sets forth our Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018.

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash flows from operating activities 671 381
Investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (308) (249)
Free Cash Flow 363 132
Free Cash Flow from Financial Services Activities (46) (32)
Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities 409 164

Constant Currency Information

The "Results of Operations" discussion below includes information about our net revenues on a constant currency basis, which eliminates the effects of foreign currency translation from our subsidiaries with functional currencies other than Euro, as well as the effects of foreign currency transaction impact and foreign currency hedging. We use this information to assess how the underlying revenues changed independent of fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and hedging. We calculate constant currency by (i) applying the prior-period average foreign currency exchange rates to translate current period revenues of foreign subsidiaries expressed in local functional currency other than Euro, (ii) applying the prior-period average foreign currency exchange rates to current period revenues originated in a currency other than the functional currency of the applicable entity, and (iii) eliminating the variances of any foreign currency hedging (see Note 5 "Other Information" to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, included in this Semi-Annual Report, for information on the foreign currency exchange rates applied). Although we do not believe that these measures are a substitute for GAAP measures, we do believe that revenues excluding the impact of currency fluctuations and the impacts of hedging provide additional useful information to investors regarding the operating performance on a local currency basis.

Results of Operations

Three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to three months ended June 30, 2018

The following is a discussion of the results of operations for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to the three months ended June 30, 2018. The presentation includes line items as a percentage of net revenues for the respective periods presented to facilitate period-to-period comparisons.

For the three months ended June 30,
2019 Percentage of net
revenues
2018 Percentage of net
revenues
(€ million, except percentages)
Net revenues 984 100.0 % 906 100.0 %
Cost of sales 481 48.8 % 431 47.6 %
Selling, general and administrative costs 90 9.2 % 87 9.6 %
Research and development costs 170 17.3 % 166 18.3 %
Other expenses/(income), net 4 0.4 % 5 0.5 %
Result from investments —% 1 0.1 %
EBIT 239 24.3% 218 24.1%
Net financial expenses 9 1.0 % 5 0.5 %
Profit before taxes 230 23.3% 213 23.6%
Income tax expense 46 4.7 % 53 5.9 %
Net profit 184 18.6% 160 17.7%

Net revenues

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Cars and spare parts (1) 766 78.0 % 670 74.0 % 96 14.4 %
Engines (2) 53 5.3 % 80 8.9 % (27) (34.8)%
Sponsorship, commercial and brand (3) 131 13.3 % 127 13.9 % 4 3.6 %
Other (4) 34 3.4 % 29 3.2 % 5 16.4 %
Total net revenues 984 100.0% 906 100.0% 78 8.6%

(1) Includes the net revenues generated from shipments of our cars, including any personalization revenue generated on these cars and sales of spare parts.

(2) Includes the net revenues generated from the sale of engines to Maserati for use in their cars, and the revenues generated from the rental of engines to other Formula 1 racing teams.

(3) Includes the net revenues earned by our Formula 1 racing team through sponsorship agreements and our share of the Formula 1 World Championship commercial revenues and net revenues generated through the Ferrari brand, including merchandising, licensing and royalty income.

(4) Primarily includes interest income generated by financial services activities and net revenues from the management of the Mugello racetrack.

Net revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2019 were €984 million, an increase of €78 million, or 8.6 percent (an increase of 6.8 percent on a constant currency basis), from €906 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in net revenues was attributable to the combination of (i) a €96 million increase in cars and spare parts, (ii) a €4 million increase in sponsorship, commercial and brand, and (iii) a €5 million increase in other, partially offset by (iv) a €27 million decrease in engines.

Cars and spare parts

_____________________________

Net revenues generated from cars and spare parts were €766 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019, an increase of €96 million, or 14.4 percent, from €670 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The €96 million increase in net revenues was composed of (i) a €53 million increase in EMEA, (ii) a €35 million increase in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, and (iii) a €9 million increase in Americas (including positive foreign currency translation impact driven by the strengthening of the U.S. Dollar compared to the Euro), partially offset by (iv) a €1 million decrease in the Rest of APAC.

The increase in net revenues was primarily attributable to positive volume impact, as well as greater contribution from our personalization programs and deliveries of the FXX K EVO. In particular, total shipments increased by 208 cars compared to the prior year (or 8.4 percent), including a 12.3 percent increase in V8 models and a 3.3 percent decrease in V12 models. The increase in shipments was mainly driven by the Ferrari Portofino and the 812 Superfast, as well as the ramp up of the 488 Pista and the first deliveries of the 488 Pista Spider, partially offset by the 488 GTB and 488 Spider, which are approaching the end of their lifecycle. Shipments during the quarter were impacted by a shift in geographical mix in favor of Mainland China as a result of the decision to accelerate deliveries in advance of the early implementation of new emissions regulations and lower shipments in the U.S., reflecting the above mentioned model phase in and phase out within the 488 family.

Engines

Net revenues generated from engines were €53 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019, a decrease of €27 million, or 34.8 percent, from €80 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. The €27 million decrease was mainly attributable to a decrease in net revenues generated from the sale of engines to Maserati.

Sponsorship, commercial and brand

Net revenues generated from sponsorship, commercial agreements and brand management activities were €131 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019, an increase of €4 million, or 3.6 percent, from €127 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. The increase was primarily attributable to higher revenues from Formula 1 racing activities.

Other

Other net revenues, which primarily relate to our financial services activities and management of the Mugello racetrack, amounted to €34 million and €29 million for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Cost of sales

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Cost of sales 481 48.8% 431 47.6% 50 11.3%

Cost of sales for the three months ended June 30, 2019 was €481 million, an increase of €50 million, or 11.3 percent, from €431 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, cost of sales was 48.8 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 47.6 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in cost of sales was primarily attributable to an increase in volumes and industrial costs, as well as negative foreign currency exchange impact, partially offset by a decrease in costs related to lower engine volumes.

Selling, general and administrative costs

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
Percentage
of net
2018
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Selling, general and administrative
costs
90 9.2% 87 9.6% 3 4.1%

Selling, general and administrative costs for the three months ended June 30, 2019 were €90 million, an increase of €3 million, or 4.1 percent, from €87 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, selling, general and administrative costs were 9.2 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 9.6 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in selling, general and administrative costs was primarily to support the organic growth of the business.

Research and development costs

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Research and development costs
expensed during the period
140 14.2 % 136 14.9 % 4 3.1 %
Amortization of capitalized
development costs
30 3.1 % 30 3.4 % (0.8)%
Research and development costs 170 17.3% 166 18.3% 4 2.4%

Research and development costs for the three months ended June 30, 2019 were €170 million, an increase of €4 million, or 2.4 percent, from €166 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, research and development costs were 17.3 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 18.3 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase of €4 million in research and development costs during the period was primarily attributable to the introduction of new models and higher spending for Formula 1 racing activities.

Other expenses/(income), net

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 2018 2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Other expenses/(income), net 4 5 (1) (1.0)%

Other expenses/(income), net for the three months ended June 30, 2019 included other expenses of €5 million, mainly related to indirect taxes and other miscellaneous expenses, partially offset by other income of €1 million, mainly related to rental income and other miscellaneous income.

Other expenses/(income), net for the three months ended June 30, 2018 included other expenses of €6 million, mainly related to provisions, indirect taxes and other miscellaneous expenses, partially offset by other income of €1 million, mainly related to rental income and other miscellaneous income.

EBIT

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
Percentage
of net
2018
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
EBIT 239 24.3% 218 24.1% 21 9.3%

EBIT for the three months ended June 30, 2019 was €239 million, an increase of €21 million, or 9.3 percent, from €218 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in EBIT was attributable to the combined effects of (i) positive volume impact of €27 million, (ii) positive product mix and price impact of €5 million, (iii) an increase in research and development costs of €4 million, (iv) an increase in selling, general and administrative costs of €3 million, (v) negative contribution from other supporting activities of €18 million, and (vi) positive foreign currency exchange impact of €14 million (including foreign currency hedging instruments) primarily driven by the strengthening of the U.S. Dollar compared to the Euro.

The positive volume impact of €27 million was attributable to an increase in shipments, driven by the Ferrari Portofino and the 812 Superfast, as well as the ramp up of the 488 Pista and the first deliveries of the 488 Pista Spider, partially offset by the phase-out of the 488 GTB and the 488 Spider. The positive product mix and price impact was primarily attributable to the combined positive impact from our personalization programs and deliveries of the FXX K EVO, which more than offset range models product mix.

Net financial expenses

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 2018 2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Net financial expenses 9 5 4 119.1%

Net financial expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2019 increased to €9 million compared to €5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018, primarily attributable to the net costs of hedging and foreign exchange losses.

Income tax expense

For the three months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 2018 2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Income tax expense 46 53 (7) (14.4)%

Income tax expense for the three months ended June 30, 2019 was €46 million compared to €53 million for the three months ended June 30, 2018. The decrease in income tax expense was primarily attributable to the positive impact of the estimated Patent Box tax benefit (as described below) relating to 2019, partially offset by higher taxes arising from an increase in profit before taxes.

Income taxes for the three months ended June 30, 2019 benefited from the application of the Patent Box tax regime. In September 2018, the Group signed an agreement with the Italian Revenue Agency in relation to the Patent Box tax regime, which provides a tax benefit for companies that generate income through the use, both direct and indirect, of copyrights, patents, trademarks, designs and know-how. The agreement relates to the five-year period from 2015 to 2019. The Group applied the Patent Box tax regime for the calculation of income taxes starting in the third quarter of 2018.

The effective tax rate net of IRAP was 16.9 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 22.2 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2018 (total effective tax rate of 20.0 percent and 25.0 percent for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively), mainly attributable to the positive impact of the Patent Box benefit.

Six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to six months ended June 30, 2018

The following is a discussion of the results of operations for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2018. The presentation includes line items as a percentage of net revenues for the respective periods presented to facilitate period-to-period comparisons.

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 Percentage of net
revenues
2018 Percentage of net
revenues
(€ million, except percentages)
Net revenues 1,924 100.0 % 1,737 100.0 %
Cost of sales 942 49.0 % 822 47.3 %
Selling, general and administrative costs 159 8.3 % 153 8.8 %
Research and development costs 355 18.4 % 339 19.5 %
Other expenses/(income), net (2) (0.1)% (4) (0.2)%
Result from investments 1 0.1 % 1 0.1 %
EBIT 471 24.5% 428 24.7%
Net financial expenses 16 0.9 % 9 0.6 %
Profit before taxes 455 23.6% 419 24.1%
Income tax expense 91 4.7 % 110 6.3 %
Net profit 364 18.9% 309 17.8%

Net revenues

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
2019 vs. 2018
revenues
(€ million, except percentages)
Cars and spare parts (1) 1,501 78.1 % 1,282 73.8 % 219 17.1 %
Engines (2) 111 5.8 % 157 9.0 % (46) (29.3)%
Sponsorship, commercial and brand (3) 259 13.5 % 252 14.5 % 7 2.8 %
Other (4) 53 2.6 % 46 2.7 % 7 13.9 %
Total net revenues 1,924 100.0% 1,737 100.0% 187 10.8%

(1) Includes the net revenues generated from shipments of our cars, including any personalization revenue generated on these cars and sales of spare parts.

(2) Includes the net revenues generated from the sale of engines to Maserati for use in their cars, and the revenues generated from the rental of engines to other Formula 1 racing teams.

(3) Includes the net revenues earned by our Formula 1 racing team through sponsorship agreements and our share of the Formula 1 World Championship commercial revenues and net revenues generated through the Ferrari brand, including merchandising, licensing and royalty income.

(4) Primarily includes interest income generated by financial services activities and net revenues from the management of the Mugello racetrack.

Net revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2019 were €1,924 million, an increase of €187 million, or 10.8 percent (an increase of 8.9 percent on a constant currency basis), from €1,737 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in net revenues was attributable to the combination of (i) a €219 million increase in cars and spare parts, (ii) a €7 million increase in sponsorship, commercial and brand, and (iii) a €7 million increase in other, partially offset by (iv) a €46 million decrease in engines.

Cars and spare parts

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Net revenues generated from cars and spare parts were €1,501 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 an increase of €219 million, or 17.1 percent, from €1,282 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The €219 million increase in net revenues was composed of increases in all four of our geographical regions, including: (i) a €99 million increase in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, (ii) an €80 million increase in EMEA, (iii) a €23 million increase in Americas (including positive foreign currency translation impact driven by the strengthening of the U.S. Dollar compared to the Euro), and (iv) a €17 million increase in the Rest of APAC.

The increase in net revenues was primarily attributable to positive volume impact, as well as greater contribution from our personalization programs and deliveries of the FXX K EVO. In particular, total shipments increased by 690 cars compared to the prior year (or 15.0 percent), primarily attributable to a 20.5 percent increase in V8 models, while V12 models were substantially in line with the prior year. The increase in shipments was mainly driven by the Ferrari Portofino and the 812 Superfast, as well as the ramp up of the 488 Pista and the first deliveries of the 488 Pista Spider, partially offset by the phase-out of the 488 GTB and 488 Spider, as well as the LaFerrari Aperta, which finished its limited series run in 2018. Shipments during the period were impacted by a shift in geographical mix in favor of Mainland China as a result of the decision to accelerate deliveries in advance of the early implementation of new emissions regulations.

Engines

Net revenues generated from engines were €111 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, a decrease of €46 million, or 29.3 percent, from €157 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. The €46 million decrease was mainly attributable to a decrease in net revenues generated from the sale of engines to Maserati.

Sponsorship, commercial and brand

Net revenues generated from sponsorship, commercial agreements and brand management activities were €259 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019, an increase of €7 million, or 2.8 percent, from €252 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. The increase was primarily attributable to positive foreign currency exchange impact, as well as higher revenues from Formula 1 racing activities.

Other

Other net revenues, which primarily relate to our financial services activities and management of the Mugello racetrack, amounted to €53 million and €46 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Cost of sales

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Cost of sales 942 49.0% 822 47.3% 120 14.6%

Cost of sales for six months ended June 30, 2019 was €942 million, an increase of €120 million, or 14.6 percent, from €822 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, cost of sales was 49.0 percent, for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 47.3 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in cost of sales was primarily attributable to an increase in volumes and industrial costs, and to a lesser extent higher amortization and depreciation and negative foreign currency exchange impact, partially offset by a decrease in costs related to lower engine volumes.

Selling, general and administrative costs

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Selling, general and administrative
costs
159 8.3% 153 8.8% 6 3.8%

Selling, general and administrative costs for the six months ended June 30, 2019 were €159 million, an increase of €6 million, or 3.8 percent, from €153 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, selling, general and administrative costs were 8.3 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 8.8 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in selling, general and administrative costs was primarily attributable to product launches for new cars in our product offering and to support the organic growth of the business.

Research and development costs

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Research and development costs
expensed during the period
294 15.2 % 285 16.4 % 9 3.3 %
Amortization of capitalized
development costs
61 3.2 % 54 3.1 % 7 12.3 %
Research and development costs 355 18.4% 339 19.5% 16 4.8%

Research and development costs for the six months ended June 30, 2019 were €355 million, an increase of €16 million, or 4.8 percent, from €339 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. As a percentage of net revenues, research and development costs were 18.4 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 19.5 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase of €16 million in research and development costs during the period was primarily attributable to an increase in research and development costs expensed during the period, and to a lesser extent to higher amortization of capitalized development costs

Other expenses/(income), net

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 2018
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Other expenses/(income), net (2) (4) 2 52.6%

Other expenses/(income), net for the six months ended June 30, 2019 included other income of €12 million, mainly related to a change in estimate of the risk and related provision associated with a legal dispute, based on developments that occurred in the first quarter of 2019, as well as other miscellaneous income, partially offset by other expenses of €10 million, mainly related to indirect taxes, provisions and other miscellaneous expenses.

Other expenses/(income), net for the six months ended June 30, 2018 included other income of €12 million, mainly due to a pronouncement on a prior year's legal dispute, and to a lesser extent rental income and miscellaneous income, partially offset by other expenses of €8 million, mainly related to indirect taxes and other miscellaneous expenses.

EBIT

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 Percentage
of net
revenues
2018 Percentage
of net
revenues
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
EBIT 471 24.5% 428 24.7% 43 10.0%

EBIT for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was €471 million, an increase of €43 million, or 10.0 percent, from €428 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018.

The increase in EBIT was attributable to the combined effects of (i) positive volume impact of €87 million, (ii) negative product mix and price impact of €17 million, (iii) an increase in research and development costs of €16 million, (iv) an increase in selling, general and administrative costs of €6 million, (v) negative contribution from other supporting activities of €31 million, and (vi) positive foreign currency exchange impact of €26 million (including foreign currency hedging instruments) primarily driven by the strengthening of the U.S. Dollar compared to the Euro.

The positive volume impact of €87 million was attributable to an increase in shipments, driven by the Ferrari Portofino and the 812 Superfast, as well as the ramp up of the 488 Pista and the first deliveries of the 488 Pista Spider, partially offset by the phase-out of the 488 GTB and the 488 Spider. Negative range models product mix was partially offset by the combined positive impact from our personalization programs and deliveries of the FXX K EVO.

Net financial expenses

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019 2018 2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Net financial expenses 16 9 7 87.3%

Net financial expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2019 increased to €16 million compared to €9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018, primarily attributable to the net costs of hedging and foreign exchange losses.

Income tax expense

For the six months ended June 30, Increase/(Decrease)
2019
2018
2019 vs. 2018
(€ million, except percentages)
Income tax expense 91 110 (19) (17.9)%

Income tax expense for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was €91 million compared to €110 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. The decrease in income tax expense was primarily attributable to the positive impact of the estimated Patent Box tax benefit (as described below) relating to 2019, partially offset by higher taxes arising from an increase in profit before taxes.

Income taxes for the six months ended June 30, 2019 benefited from the application of the Patent Box tax regime. In September 2018, the Group signed an agreement with the Italian Revenue Agency in relation to the Patent Box tax regime, which provides a tax benefit for companies that generate income through the use, both direct and indirect, of copyrights, patents, trademarks, designs and know-how. The agreement relates to the five-year period from 2015 to 2019. The Group applied the Patent Box tax regime for the calculation of income taxes starting in the third quarter of 2018.

The effective tax rate net of IRAP was 17.1 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 22.8 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2018, (total effective tax rate of 20.0 percent and 26.4 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively) mainly attributable to the positive impact of the Patent Box benefit.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Liquidity Overview

We require liquidity in order to fund our business operations and meet our obligations. Short-term liquidity is required to purchase raw materials, parts and components for car production, as well as to fund selling, general, administrative, research and development, and other expenses. In addition to our general working capital and operational needs, we expect to use cash for capital expenditures to support our existing product range and broaden our future product portfolio. We make capital investments, primarily in Italy, to support continuous product range renewal and expansion, as well as for initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency, improve capacity, and for maintenance and environmental compliance. More recently, we also started incurring research and development expenditure to transition our product portfolio to hybrid technology. We fund our capital expenditure primarily with cash generated from our operating activities.

Our business and results of operations depend on our ability to achieve certain car shipment volumes. We have significant fixed costs and therefore, changes in our car shipment volumes can have a significant effect on profitability and liquidity. We centrally manage our operating cash management, liquidity and cash flow requirements with the objective of ensuring efficient and effective management of our funds. We believe that our cash generation together with our current liquidity will be sufficient to meet our obligations and fund our business and capital expenditures.

See the "Net Debt and Net Industrial Debt" section below for further details relating to our liquidity.

Cyclical Nature of Our Cash Flows

Our working capital is subject to month to month fluctuations due to, among other things, production and sales volumes, activity of our financial services, timing of capital expenditure and tax payments. In particular, our inventory levels increase in the periods leading up to launches of new models, during the phase out of existing models and at the end of the second quarter when our inventory levels are generally higher to support the summer plant shutdown.

We generally receive payment for cars between 30 and 40 days after the car is shipped (except when we provide dealer financing or sell invoices to a factor) while we generally pay most suppliers between 60 and 90 days after we receive the raw materials or components. Additionally, we also receive advance payments from our customers, mainly for our hypercars and limited edition cars (and starting in the first quarter of 2019, our Icona cars). We maintain sufficient inventory of raw materials and components to ensure continuity of our production lines but delivery of most raw materials and components takes place monthly or more frequently in order to minimize inventories. The manufacture of one of our cars typically takes between 30 and 45 days, depending on the level of automation of the relevant production line, and the car is generally shipped to our dealers three to six days following the completion of production, although to ensure prompt deliveries in certain regions we may warehouse cars in local markets for longer periods of time. As a result of the above, including the advances received from customers in certain models, we tend to receive payment for cars shipped before we are required to make payment for the raw materials and components used in manufacturing the cars.

Our investments for capital expenditure and research and development are, among other factors, influenced by the timing and number of new models launches. Our development costs, as well as our other investments in capital expenditure, generally peak in periods when we develop a significant number of new models to renew or expand our product range. Our research and development costs are also influenced by the timing of research costs for our Formula 1 activities, for which expenditure is generally higher in the first and last quarters of the year. We significantly increased our capital expenditure in 2018 and we expect our capital expenditure will continue to increase in 2019 to further our investments in hybrid technology and to support the expansion of our product range.

The payment of income taxes also affects our working capital. We have typically paid our income taxes in two advances. As a result of signing an agreement in September 2018 with the Italian Revenue Agency in relation to the Patent Box tax regime for the years 2015 to 2019, our income tax expense was significantly reduced in 2018 and we did not pay the first advance in relation to 2019 income taxes in the first six months of 2019. The Group has applied for a new ruling with the Italian Revenue Agency in relation to the Patent Box tax regime for the period from 2020 to 2024, which provides a tax benefit for companies that generate income through the direct use of copyrights, patents, designs and know-how during that period. See Note 12 "Income Tax Expense" to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional details related to the Patent Box.

Cash Flows

The following table summarizes the cash flows from/(used in) operating, investing and financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018. For additional details of our cash flows, see our Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this Semi-Annual Report.

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period 794 648
Cash flows from operating activities 671 381
Cash flows used in investing activities (307) (248)
Cash flows used in financing activities (277) (132)
Translation exchange differences 1
Total change in cash and cash equivalents 87 2
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period 881 650

Operating Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2019

Our cash flows from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019 were €671 million, primarily the result

  • (i) profit before taxes of €455 million adjusted to add back €154 million for depreciation and amortization expense, €16 million of net finance costs and €15 million of other non-cash expenses and income (including net gains on disposals of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets as well as non-cash result from investments) and €1 million in provisions accrued; and
  • (ii) €132 million of cash related to the net change in other operating assets and liabilities, primarily attributable to advances received for the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2.

These cash inflows were partially offset by:

  • (i) €37 million related to cash absorbed from receivables from financing activities, primarily attributable to an increase in the financial receivables portfolio;
  • (ii) €36 million related to cash absorbed from the net change in inventories, trade receivables and trade payables, driven by cash absorbed by trade receivables of €52 million and inventories of €17 million, partially offset by cash generated from trade payables of €33 million;
  • (iii) €15 million of net finance costs paid; and
  • (iv) €14 million of income taxes paid.

Operating Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2018

Our cash flows from operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2018 were €381 million, primarily the result

of:

of:

(i) profit before taxes of €419 million adjusted for €135 million for depreciation and amortization expense, €8 million related to other net non-cash expenses and result from investments, €9 million related to net finance costs and €3 million in provisions recognized

These cash inflows were partially offset by:

(i) €50 million related to cash absorbed from receivables from financing activities, primarily attributable to an increase in

the financial receivables portfolio;

  • (ii) €30 million relating to cash absorbed by the change in other operating assets and liabilities, primarily attributable to the release of advances on the LaFerrari Aperta and the payment of employee bonuses;
  • (iii) €22 million related to cash absorbed from the net change in inventories, trade receivables and trade payables, driven by cash absorbed from inventories of €33 million, driven by projected volume growth, and trade receivables of €7 million, partially offset by cash generated from trade payables of €18 million;
  • (iv) €5 million of net finance costs paid; and
  • (v) €86 million of income taxes paid.

Investing Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2019

For the six months ended June 30, 2019 our net cash used in investing activities was €307 million, primarily the result

of

(i) €159 million for additions to intangible assets, mainly related to externally acquired and internally generated development costs, and (ii) €149 million of capital expenditures additions to property, plant and equipment, mainly related to plant and machinery for new models. These cash flows were partially offset by proceeds of €1 million from the disposal of property, plant and equipment. For a detailed analysis of additions to property, plant and equipment and intangible assets see "Capital Expenditures."

Investing Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2018

For the six months ended June 30, 2018 our net cash used in investing activities was €248 million, primarily the result

of

(i) €134 million for additions to intangible assets, mainly related to externally acquired and internally generated development costs, and (ii) €115 million of capital expenditures for additions to property, plant and equipment, mainly related to plant and machinery for new models. These cash flows were partially offset by proceeds of €1 million from the disposal of property, plant and equipment. For a detailed analysis of additions to property, plant and equipment and intangible assets see "Capital Expenditures."

Financing Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2019

For the six months ended June 30, 2019, net cash used in financing activities was €277 million, primarily the result of:

  • (i) €181 million of dividends paid to owners of the parent;
  • (ii) €150 million paid to repurchase common shares under the Company's share repurchase program;
  • (iii) €2 million of dividends paid to non-controlling interests; and
  • (iv) €3 million related to the net change in bank borrowings and lease liabilities.

These cash outflows were partially offset by:

  • (i) €43 million of proceeds net of repayments related to our revolving securitization programs in the U.S.; and
  • (ii) €16 million related to the net change in other debt.

Financing Activities - Six Months Ended June 30, 2018

For the six months ended June 30, 2018 net cash used in financing activities was €132 million, primarily the result of:

  • (i) €129 million of dividends paid to owners of the parent;
  • (ii) €30 million paid to repurchase common shares under the Company's share repurchase program;
  • (iii) €9 million related to the net change in other debt;
  • (iv) €2 million related to the net change in bank borrowings; and
  • (v) €2 million of dividends paid to non-controlling interests;

These cash outflows were partially offset by:

(i) €40 million of proceeds net of repayments related to our revolving securitization programs in the U.S..

Capital Expenditures

Capital expenditures are defined as cash outflows that result in additions to property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Capital expenditures for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 were €308 million and €249 million, respectively.

The following table sets forth a breakdown of capital expenditures by category for each of the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018:

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Intangible assets
Externally acquired and internally generated development costs 151 129
Patents, concessions and licenses 5 4
Other intangible assets 3 1
Total intangible assets 159 134
Property, plant and equipment
Industrial buildings 8 8
Plant, machinery and equipment 43 33
Other assets 7 4
Advances and assets under construction 91 70
Total property, plant and equipment 149 115
Total capital expenditures 308 249

Intangible assets

Our total capital expenditures in intangible assets were €159 million and €134 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively, the most significant component of which relates to externally acquired and internally generated development costs. In particular, we make such investments to support the development of our current and future product offering. The capitalized development costs primarily include materials costs and personnel expenses relating to engineering, design and development focused on content enhancement of existing cars and new models, including to transition our product portfolio to hybrid technology. We constantly invest in product development to ensure we can quickly and efficiently respond to market demand and/or technological breakthroughs and in order to maintain our position at the top of the luxury performance sports cars market.

The increase in externally acquired and internally generated development costs reflects the gradual introduction of hybrid technology into our product portfolio. We believe hybrid technology is one of the keys to providing continuing performance upgrades to our sports car customers, and will also help us capture the preferences of the urban, affluent purchasers of GT cars whom we are increasingly targeting.

For the six months ended June 30, 2019 we invested €151 million in externally acquired and internally generated development costs, of which €90 million related to the development of models to be launched in future years and €61 million primarily related to the development of our current product portfolio, as well as components.

For the six months ended June 30, 2018 we invested €129 million in externally acquired and internally generated development costs, of which €98 million related to the development of models to be launched in future years and €24 million primarily related to components and €7 million related to the development of models in our current product portfolio.

Property, plant and equipment

Our total capital expenditures in property, plant and equipment were €149 million and €115 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Our most significant investments generally relate to plant, machinery and equipment, which amounted to €43 million and €33 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively, as well as advances and assets under construction, which amounted to €91 million and €70 million for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 respectively. Our most significant investments primarily related to industrial tools needed for the production of cars and investments in car production lines (including those for models to be launched in future years), as well as expenditures related to our personalization programs and engine assembly lines. The increase in capital expenditures in advances and assets under construction reflects our focus on the hybridization and broadening of our product range and supporting future model launches.

At June 30, 2019, the Group had contractual commitments for the purchase of property, plant and equipment amounting to €116 million.

Net Debt and Net Industrial Debt

Due to different sources of cash flows used for the repayment of debt between industrial activities and financial services activities, and the different business structure and leverage implications, Net Industrial Debt, together with Net Debt, are the primary measures used by us to analyze our capital structure and financial leverage. We believe the presentation of Net Industrial Debt aids management and investors in their analysis of the Group's financial position and financial performance and to compare with other companies. Net Industrial Debt is defined as total debt less cash and cash equivalents (Net Debt), further adjusted to exclude the debt and cash and cash equivalents related to our financial services activities (Net Debt of Financial Services Activities). Starting in 2019 we changed the definition of Net Industrial Debt. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" above for further information.

The following table sets forth a reconciliation of Net Debt and Net Industrial Debt at June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018.

At June 30, At December 31,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash and cash equivalents 881 794
Total liquidity 881 794
Bonds (1,195) (1,198)
Asset-backed financing (Securitizations) (729) (683)
Lease liabilities(1) (64)
Borrowings from banks (34) (36)
Other debt (26) (10)
Total debt (2,048) (1,927)
Net Debt (A) (1,167) (1,133)
Net Debt of Financial Services Activities (B) (814) (763)
Net Industrial Debt (A-B) (353) (370)

(1) As a result of adopting IFRS 16 - Leases on January 1, 2019, the Group recognized right-of-use assets and related lease liabilities of €63 million in relation to leases which had previously been classified as operating leases under IAS 17. For further details please refer to Note 3 in the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

For further details on total debt, see Note 23 "Debt" to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this document.

Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents amounted to €881 million at June 30, 2019 compared to €794 million at December 31, 2018. The increase in cash and cash equivalents was primarily driven by Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities and proceeds from our securitization programs, partially offset by consideration paid to repurchase common shares under the share repurchase program. See "Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities" and "Cash Flows" for further details.

Approximately 75 percent of our cash and cash equivalents were denominated in Euro at June 30, 2019 (approximately 78 percent at December 31, 2018). Our cash and cash equivalents denominated in currencies other than the Euro are available mostly to Ferrari S.p.A. and certain subsidiaries which operate in areas other than Europe. Cash held in such countries may be subject to transfer restrictions depending on the jurisdictions in which these subsidiaries operate. In particular, cash held in China (including in foreign currencies), which amounted to €98 million at June 30, 2019 (€78 million at December 31, 2018), is subject to certain repatriation restrictions and may only be repatriated as dividends or capital distributions. We do not currently believe that such transfer restrictions have an adverse impact on our ability to meet our liquidity requirements.

The following table sets forth an analysis of the currencies in which our cash and cash equivalents were denominated at the dates presented.

At June 30, At December 31,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Euro 660 616
Chinese Yuan 93 73
U.S. Dollar 87 50
Japanese Yen 4 24
Other currencies 37 31
Total 881 794

Cash collected from the settlement of receivables or credit lines pledged as collateral under securitization programs is subject to certain restrictions regarding its use and is primarily applied to repay principal and interest of the related funding. Such cash amounted to €33 million at June 30, 2019 (€26 million at December 31, 2018).

Total available liquidity

Total available liquidity (defined as cash and cash equivalents plus undrawn committed credit lines) at June 30, 2019 was €1,381 million (€1,294 million at December 31, 2018).

The following table summarizes our total available liquidity:

At June 30, At December 31,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash and cash equivalents 881 794
Undrawn committed credit lines 500 500
Total available liquidity 1,381 1,294

The undrawn committed credit lines relates to a revolving credit facility. For further details, see Note 23 "Debt" in the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this document.

Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities

Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities are two of our primary key performance indicators to measure the Group's performance. These measures are presented by management to aid investors in their analysis of the Group's financial performance and to compare the Group's financial performance with that of other companies. Free Cash Flow is defined as cash flows from operating activities less investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities is defined as Free Cash Flow adjusted to exclude the operating cash flow from our financial services activities (Free Cash Flow from Financial Services Activities). Starting in 2019 we changed the definition of Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" above for further information.

The following table sets forth our Free Cash Flow and Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018.

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
(€ million)
Cash flows from operating activities 671 381
Investments in property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (308) (249)
Free Cash Flow 363 132
Free Cash Flow from Financial Services Activities (46) (32)
Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities 409 164

Free Cash Flow for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was €363 million, an increase of €231 million compared to €132 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. For an explanation of the drivers in Free Cash Flow see "Cash Flows" above.

Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities for the six months ended June 30, 2019 was €409 million, an increase of €245 million compared to €164 million for the six months ended June 30, 2018. The increase in Free Cash Flow from Industrial Activities was primarily attributable to an increase in Adjusted EBITDA, a positive change in other operating assets and liabilities driven by advances received for the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2, as well as a decrease in taxes paid, partially offset by an increase in capital expenditures.

Outlook

Confirming guidance approaching the high end of the range on all metrics at currently prevailing exchange rates. Increasing industrial free cash flow target

  • Net revenues: > Euro 3.5 billion
  • Adjusted EBITDA: Euro 1.2 1.25 billion
  • Adjusted EBIT: Euro 0.85 0.9 billion
  • Adjusted diluted EPS: Euro 3.50 3.70 per share
  • Industrial free cash flow: > Euro 0.55 billion (from ~ Euro 0.45 billion)

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AT AND FOR THE THREE AND SIX MONTHS ENDED JUNE 30, 2019

CONTENTS

Page
Semi-Annual Consolidated Income Statement F-1
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income F-2
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Financial Position F-3
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows F-4
Semi-Annual Consolidated Statements of Changes in Equity F-5
Notes to the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements F-6

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 (Unaudited)

For the three months ended
June 30,
For the six months ended
June 30,
Note 2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Net revenues 6 983,598 905,652 1,923,660 1,736,656
Cost of sales 7 480,385 431,430 941,992 822,208
Selling, general and administrative costs 8 90,601 87,017 159,274 153,391
Research and development costs 9 170,169 166,158 354,908 338,801
Other expenses/(income), net 10 4,271 4,227 (2,171) (4,581)
Result from investments 422 1,433 1,390 1,346
EBIT 238,594 218,253 471,047 428,183
Net financial expenses 11 9,750 4,451 16,464 8,789
Profit before taxes 228,844 213,802 454,583 419,394
Income tax expense 12 45,768 53,462 90,916 110,720
Net profit 183,076 160,340 363,667 308,674
Net profit attributable to:
Owners of the parent 182,110 160,270 360,395 307,905
Non-controlling interests 966 70 3,272 769
Basic earnings per common share (in €) 13 0.97 0.85 1.92 1.63
Diluted earnings per common share (in €) 13 0.96 0.85 1.91 1.62

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 (Unaudited)

For the three months ended
June 30,
For the six months ended
June 30,
Note 2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Net profit 183,076 160,340 363,667 308,674
Items that may be reclassified to the consolidated income
statement in subsequent periods:
Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedging instruments 20 15,990 (7,474) 1,474 (12,844)
Exchange differences on translating foreign operations 20 (2,456) 5,570 851 3,932
Related tax impact 20 (4,462) 2,085 (428) 3,583
Total items that may be reclassified to the consolidated
income statement in subsequent periods
9,072 181 1,897 (5,329)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of tax 20 9,072 181 1,897 (5,329)
Total comprehensive income 192,148 160,521 365,564 303,345
Total comprehensive income attributable to:
Owners of the parent 191,366 160,446 362,213 302,546
Non-controlling interests 782 75 3,351 799

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION at June 30, 2019 and at December 31, 2018 (Unaudited)

Note At June 30,
2019
At December 31,
2018
(€ thousand)
Assets
Goodwill 785,182 785,182
Intangible assets 14 736,071 645,797
Property, plant and equipment 15 977,184 850,550
Investments and other financial assets 16 35,119 32,134
Deferred tax assets 70,612 60,744
Total non-current assets 2,604,168 2,374,407
Inventories 17 400,939 391,064
Trade receivables 18 264,043 211,399
Receivables from financing activities 18 918,555 878,496
Current tax receivables 18 88,248 128,234
Other current assets 18 108,776 64,295
Current financial assets 19 12,036 10,174
Cash and cash equivalents 881,205 793,664
Total current assets 2,673,802 2,477,326
Total assets 5,277,970 4,851,733
Equity and liabilities
Equity attributable to owners of the parent 1,376,735 1,348,722
Non-controlling interests 6,348 5,117
Total equity 20 1,383,083 1,353,839
Employee benefits 47,176 86,575
Provisions 22 170,615 182,539
Deferred tax liabilities 65,632 39,142
Debt 23 2,048,192 1,927,167
Other liabilities 24 840,544 589,743
Other financial liabilities 19 12,754 11,342
Trade payables 25 686,327 653,751
Current tax payables 23,647 7,635
Total equity and liabilities 5,277,970 4,851,733

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 (Unaudited)

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of the period 793,664 647,706
Cash flows from operating activities:
Profit before taxes 454,583 419,394
Amortization and depreciation 154,159 134,882
Provision accruals 709 2,702
Result from investments (1,390) (1,346)
Net finance costs 16,464 8,789
Other non-cash expenses, net 16,201 9,025
Net gains on disposal of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets (105)
Change in inventories (16,932) (33,421)
Change in trade receivables (52,228) (6,842)
Change in trade payables 33,308 18,051
Change in receivables from financing activities (36,898) (49,765)
Change in other operating assets and liabilities 132,361 (30,043)
Finance income received 1,547 4,366
Finance costs paid (16,806) (9,042)
Income tax paid (14,248) (85,969)
Total 670,725 380,781
Cash flows used in investing activities:
Investments in property, plant and equipment (149,304) (114,756)
Investments in intangible assets (158,612) (133,930)
Proceeds from the sale of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets 1,351 420
Total (306,565) (248,266)
Cash flows used in financing activities:
Proceeds from securitizations net of repayments 42,610 40,325
Net change in other debt 16,122 (9,460)
Net change in bank borrowings (1,754) (1,925)
Net change in lease liabilities (596)
Dividends paid to owners of the parent (181,112) (128,930)
Dividends paid to non-controlling interest (2,120) (2,040)
Share repurchases (150,030) (30,135)
Total (276,880) (132,165)
Translation exchange differences 261 1,477
Total change in cash and cash equivalents 87,541 1,827
Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period 881,205 649,533

FERRARI N.V. SEMI-ANNUAL CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN EQUITY for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 (Unaudited)

Share
capital
Retained
earnings
and other
reserves
Cash flow
hedge
reserve
Currency
translation
differences
Remeasurement
of defined
benefit plans
Equity
attributable
to owners
of the
parent
Non
controlling
interests
Total
(€ thousand)
At December 31, 2017 2,504 746,341 6,434 31,814 (8,415) 778,678 5,258 783,936
Net profit 307,905 307,905 769 308,674
Other comprehensive (loss)/
income
(9,261) 3,902 (5,359) 30 (5,329)
Dividends (134,000) (134,000) (2,040) (136,040)
Share-based compensation 7,045 7,045 7,045
Share repurchases (30,135) (30,135) (30,135)
At June 30, 2018 2,504 897,156 (2,827) 35,716 (8,415) 924,134 4,017 928,151
Share
capital
Retained
earnings
and other
reserves
Cash flow
hedge
reserve
Currency
translation
differences
Remeasurement
of defined
benefit plans
Equity
attributable
to owners
of the
parent
Non
controlling
interests
Total
(€ thousand)
At December 31, 2018 2,504 1,319,478 (2,992) 37,850 (8,118) 1,348,722 5,117 1,353,839
Net profit 360,395 360,395 3,272 363,667
Other comprehensive income 1,046 772 1,818 79 1,897
Dividends (193,238) (193,238) (2,120) (195,358)
Share-based compensation 9,068 9,068 9,068
Share repurchases (150,030) (150,030) (150,030)
Special voting shares
issuance (1)
69 (69)
At June 30, 2019 2,573 1,345,604 (1,946) 38,622 (8,118) 1,376,735 6,348 1,383,083

(1) See Note 20 "Equity" for additional details.

NOTES TO THE SEMI-ANNUAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1. BACKGROUND AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION

Background

Ferrari is among the world's leading luxury brands. The activities of Ferrari N.V. (herein referred to as "Ferrari" or the "Company" and together with its subsidiaries the "Group") and its subsidiaries are focused on the design, engineering, production and sale of luxury performance sports cars. The cars are designed, engineered and produced in Maranello and Modena, Italy and sold in more than 60 markets worldwide through a network of 167 authorized dealers operating 188 points of sale. The Ferrari brand is licensed to a selected number of producers and retailers of luxury and lifestyle goods, with Ferrari branded merchandise also sold through a network of 19Ferrari-owned stores and 22 franchised stores (including 11Ferrari Store Junior), as well as on the Group's website. To facilitate the sale of new and pre-owned cars, the Group provides various forms of financing to clients and dealers, including through cooperation and other agreements. Ferrari also participates in the Formula 1 World Championship through Scuderia Ferrari. The activities of Scuderia Ferrari are the core element of Ferrari marketing and promotional activities and an important source of innovation supporting the technological advancement of Ferrari sport and street cars.

2. AUTHORIZATION OF SEMI-ANNUAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND COMPLIANCE WITH INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS

These Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of Ferrari N.V. were authorized for issuance on August 2, 2019, and have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 - Interim Financial Reporting. The Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements should be read in conjunction with the Group's consolidated financial statements at and for the year ended December 31, 2018 (the "Consolidated Financial Statements"), which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") and IFRS as endorsed by the European Union. There is no effect on these Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements resulting from differences between IFRS as issued by the IASB and IFRS as adopted by the European Union. The designation IFRS also includes International Accounting Standards ("IAS") as well as all the interpretations of the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee ("IFRIC" and "SIC"). The accounting policies adopted are consistent with those used at December 31, 2018, except as described in the section "New standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019".

3. BASIS OF PREPARATION FOR SEMI-ANNUAL CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIALSTATEMENTS

The preparation of the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities as well as the disclosure of contingent liabilities. If in the future such estimates and assumptions, which are based on management's best judgment at the date of these Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements, deviate from the actual circumstances, the original estimates and assumptions will be modified as appropriate in the period in which the circumstances change. Reference should be made to the section "Use of estimates" in the Consolidated Financial Statements for a detailed description of the more significant valuation procedures used by the Group.

Moreover, in accordance with IAS 34, certain valuation procedures, in particular those of a more complex nature regarding matters such as any impairment of non-current assets, are only carried out in full during the preparation of the annual financial statements, when all the information required is available, other than in the event that there are indications of impairment, when an immediate assessment is necessary. In the same way, the actuarial valuations that are required for the determination of employee benefit provisions are also usually carried out during the preparation of the annual consolidated financial statements, except in the event of significant market fluctuations, or significant plan amendments, curtailments, or settlements.

New standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019

The following new standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019 were adopted by the Group.

IFRS 16 - Leases

Transition impact

The Group applied the simplified transition approach and has therefore recognized the impacts of adoption at January 1, 2019 without restating comparative figures for the period prior to adoption. The Group elected to use the exemptions permitted on transition for short term leases (contracts in which the lease terms ends within 12 months of the date of initial application) and lease contracts for which the underlying asset is of low value.

Upon adoption, the Group recognized right-of-use assets and corresponding lease liabilities in relation to leases which had previously been classified as operating lease under IAS 17, measured at the present value of the remaining lease payments over the lease term that have not been paid at the date of adoption, discounted using the Group's incremental borrowing rate as of January 1, 2019, being the rate that the Group would have to pay to borrow the funds necessary to obtain an asset of similar value in a similar economic environment with similar terms and conditions. At January 1, 2019 this rate ranged from 1 percent to 5 percent based primarily on the country of the lessee and the remaining lease term of the underlying leased assets. The lease term includes both the non-cancellable periods for which the Group has the right to use the underlying assets and also any renewal periods if the Group is reasonably certain to exercise the related renewal option.

As of January 1, 2019, after considering the exemptions mentioned above, the Group had non-cancellable operating lease commitments of approximately €74,930 thousand. Of these commitments, the Group recognized right-of-use assets and related lease liabilities of €63,535 thousand.

The main contracts within the scope of IFRS 16 for which the Group is lessee primarily relate to Ferrari stores (included within other assets) and industrial buildings.

At June 30,
2019
At January 1,
2019
(€ thousand)
Industrial buildings 16,762 17,226
Plant, machinery and equipment 7,954 10,011
Other assets 35,887 36,298
Right-of-use assets 60,603 63,535
At January 1,
2019
(€ thousand)
Non-cancellable operating lease commitments 74,930
Lease contracts for which the underlying asset is of low value (1,008)
Lease contracts for which the lease terms ends within 12 months (2,420)
Discount of remaining lease payments (7,967)
Lease liabilities 63,535

Upon adoption the Group did not recognize any deferred tax assets or liabilities in respect of temporary differences arising on initial recognition of right-of-use assets and lease liabilities as the initial recognition does not affect accounting profit or taxable profit.

For the six months ended June 30, 2019 the impact of adopting the new standard resulted in the recognition of €8,252 thousand of depreciation of right-of-use assets and €612 thousand of financial expenses. Lease expenses that would have been recognized in the income statement under the previous lease standard, IAS 17, would have been €8,503 thousand.

There were no impacts arising on the application of IFRS 16 from the Group's activities as lessor.

Lease accounting policy

With the adoption of IFRS 16, the Group recognizes a right-of-use asset and a corresponding lease liability at the date at which the leased asset is available for use. Each lease payment is allocated between the principal liability and finance costs. Finance costs are charged to the income statement over the lease period using the effective interest rate method. The right-ofuse asset is depreciated on a straight-line basis over the lease term.

Right-of-use assets are measured at cost comprising the following: (i) the amount of the initial measurement of lease liability; (ii) any lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received; (iii) any initial direct costs and, if applicable, (iv) restoration costs. Payments associated with short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognized as an expense in the income statement on a straight-line basis.

Lease liabilities are measured at the net present value of the following: (i) fixed lease payments, (ii) variable lease payments that are based on an index or a rate and, if applicable, (iii) amounts expected to be payable by the lessee under residual value guarantees, and (iv) the exercise price of a purchase option if the lessee is reasonably certain to exercise that option. Lease liabilities do not include any non-lease components that may be included in the related contracts.

Lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease. If that rate cannot be determined, the Group's incremental borrowing rate is used, being the rate that the Group would have to pay to borrow the funds necessary to obtain an asset of similar value in a similar economic environment with similar terms and conditions.

Some lease contracts contain variable payment terms that are linked to sales generated from Ferrari stores. Variable lease payments that depend on sales are recognized in the income statement in the period in which the condition that triggers those payments occurs.

Extension and termination options are included in a number of leases related to Ferrari stores, warehouses and machinery and equipment of the Group. In determining the lease term, management considers all facts and circumstances that create an economic incentive to exercise an extension option, or not exercise a termination option. Extension options (or periods after termination options) are only included in the lease term if the lease is reasonably certain to be extended (or not terminated).

IFRIC Interpretation 23 - Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments

The Group adopted IFRIC Interpretation 23 - Uncertainty over Income Tax Treatments. The interpretation provides requirements regarding how to reflect uncertainties in accounting for income taxes. The interpretation is effective on or after January 1, 2019. There was no effect from the adoption of this interpretation.

Amendments to IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments

The Group adopted Amendments to IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments. These amendments allow, under certain conditions, for a prepayable financial asset with negative compensation payments to be measured at amortized cost or at fair value through other comprehensive income. The amendments also contain a clarification relating to the accounting for a modification or exchange of a financial liability measured at amortized cost that does not result in the derecognition of the financial liability. The amendments are effective on or after January 1, 2019. There was no effect from the adoption of these amendments.

Amendments to IAS 28 - Long-term Interests in Associates and Joint Ventures

The Group adopted Amendments to IAS 28 - Long-term Interests in Associates and Joint Ventures. These amendments clarify that an entity applies IFRS 9 to long-term interests in an associate or joint venture that form part of the net investment in the associate or joint venture but to which the equity method is not applied. The amendments are effective on or after January 1, 2019. There was no effect from the adoption of these amendments.

Amendments to IAS 19 - Employee Benefits

The Group adopted Amendments to IAS 19 - Employee Benefits. These amendments require that when there is a change to a defined benefit plan (an amendment, curtailment or settlement) the company use the adopted assumptions from the remeasurement of a net defined benefit liability or asset to determine current service cost and net interest for the remainder of the reporting period after the change to the plan. The amendments are effective on or after January 1, 2019. There was no effect from the adoption of these amendments.

Annual Improvements to IFRSs 2015-2017 Cycle

The Group adopted Annual Improvements to IFRSs 2015-2017 Cycle. The improvements have amended four standards with effective date of January 1, 2019: i) IFRS 3 - Business Combinations, in relation to obtaining control of a business which was previously accounted for as an interest in a joint operation; ii) IFRS 11 - Joint Arrangements, in relation to obtaining joint control of a business which was previously accounted for as a joint operation; iii) IAS 12 - Income Taxes, clarifying the treatment of taxes in relation to dividend payments; and iv) IAS 23 - Borrowing Costs, clarifying the treatment of borrowings which were previously capitalized when the related asset is ready for its intended use or sale. There was no effect from the adoption of these amendments.

New standards, amendments and interpretations not yet effective

The standards, amendments and interpretations issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") that will have mandatory application in 2019 or subsequent years are listed below:

In May 2017 the IASB issued IFRS 17 - Insurance Contracts which establishes principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of insurance contracts issued as well as guidance relating to reinsurance contracts held and investment contracts with discretionary participation features issued. IFRS 17 is effective on or after January 1, 2021 with early adoption allowed if IFRS 15 - Revenue from Contracts with Customers and IFRS 9 - Financial Instruments are also applied. The Group does not expect any impact from the adoption of this standard.

In October 2018 the IASB issued narrow scope amendments to IFRS 3 - Business Combinationsto improve the definition of a business. The amendments aim to help companies determine whether an acquisition made is of a business or a group of assets. The amended definition emphasizes that the output of a business is to provide goods and services to customers, whereas the previous definition focused on returns in the form of dividends, lower costs or other economic benefits to investors and others. In addition to amending the definition of a business, supplementary guidance is provided. These amendments are effective on or after January 1, 2020. The Group does not expect any material impact from the adoption of these amendments.

In October 2018 the IASB issued amendments to IAS 1 - Presentation of Financial Statements and IAS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors to clarify the definition of 'material', as well as how materiality should be applied by including in the definition guidance that is included elsewhere in IFRS standards. In addition, the explanations accompanying the definition have been improved and the amendments ensure that the definition of material is consistent across all IFRS standards. These amendments are effective on or after January 1, 2020. The Group does not expect any material impact from the adoption of these amendments.

Review of the Conceptual Framework for Financial Reporting

In March 2018 the IASB revised the Conceptual Framework for Financial Reporting, effective immediately for the IASB and the IFRS Interpretations Committee when setting future standards, and effective for annual reporting periods on or after January 1, 2020 for companies that use the Conceptual Framework to develop accounting policies when no IFRS Standard applies to a particular transaction, with early application permitted. Key changes include (i) increasing the prominence of stewardship in the objective of financial reporting; (ii) reinstating prudence as a component of neutrality, defined as the exercise of caution when making judgements under conditions of uncertainty; (iii) defining a reporting entity; (iv) revising the definitions of an asset and a liability; (v) removing the probability threshold for recognition, and adding guidance on derecognition; (vi) adding guidance on the information provided by different measurement bases, and explaining factors to consider when selecting a measurement basis; and (vii) stating that profit or loss is the primary performance indicator and income and expenses in other comprehensive income should be recycled where the relevance or faithful representation of the financial statements would be enhanced. The Group does not expect a material impact from the adoption of the revised Conceptual Framework.

Scope of consolidation

With effect from May 31, 2018, Ferrari Financial Services S.p.A., which at December 31, 2017 was a fully-owned subsidiary of Ferrari S.p.A., was merged with and into Ferrari S.p.A..

4. FINANCIAL RISK FACTORS

The Group is exposed to various operational financial risks, including financial market risk (relating mainly to foreign currency exchange rates and interest rates) credit risk and liquidity risk. The Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements do not include all the information and notes on financial risk management required in the annual consolidated financial statements. For a detailed description of the financial risk factors and financial risk management of the Group, reference should be made to Note 31 of the Consolidated Financial Statements at and for the year ended December 31, 2018.

5. OTHER INFORMATION

The principal foreign currency exchange rates used to translate other currencies into Euro were as follows:

2019 2018
Average for the six
months ended
June 30,
At June 30, Average for the six
months ended
June 30,
At June 30, At December 31,
U.S. Dollar 1.1298 1.1380 1.2104 1.1658 1.1450
Pound Sterling 0.8736 0.8966 0.8798 0.8861 0.8945
Swiss Franc 1.1295 1.1105 1.1697 1.1569 1.1269
Japanese Yen 124.2836 122.6000 131.6057 129.0400 125.8500
Chinese Yuan 7.6678 7.8185 7.7086 7.7170 7.8751
Australian Dollar 1.6003 1.6244 1.5688 1.5787 1.6220
Canadian Dollar 1.5069 1.4893 1.5457 1.5442 1.5605
Singapore Dollar 1.5356 1.5395 1.6054 1.5896 1.5591
Hong Kong Dollar 8.8611 8.8866 9.4863 9.1468 8.9675

6. NET REVENUES

Net revenues are as follows:

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand) (€ thousand)
Revenues from:
Cars and spare parts 766,867 670,317 1,501,417 1,282,064
Engines 52,270 80,219 110,738 156,574
Sponsorship, commercial and brand 130,875 126,269 258,813 251,743
Other 33,586 28,847 52,692 46,275
Total net revenues 983,598 905,652 1,923,660 1,736,656

Other net revenues primarily include interest income generated by financial services activities and net revenues from management of the Mugello racetrack.

7. COST OF SALES

Cost of sales for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €480,385 thousand and €431,430 thousand, respectively, and for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €941,992 thousand and €822,208 thousand, respectively, consisting mainly of the cost of materials, components and labor expenses related to the manufacturing and distribution of cars and spare parts, including the engines sold to Maserati and engines rented to other Formula 1 racing teams. The remaining costs principally include depreciation, amortization, insurance and transportation costs. Cost of sales also includes warranty and product-related costs, which are estimated and recorded at the time of shipment of the car.

Interest and other financial expenses from financial services activities included within cost of sales for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €12,433 thousand and €7,403 thousand, respectively, and for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €24,458 thousand and €14,580 thousand, respectively.

8. SELLING, GENERALAND ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS

Selling costs for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €49,307 thousand and €50,492 thousand, respectively, and for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €81,174 thousand and €79,475 thousand, respectively, and mainly consist of costs for marketing and events, sales personnel and retail stores. Marketing and events expenses consist primarily of costs in connection with trade and auto shows, media and client events for the launch of new models, as well as sponsorship and indirect marketing costs incurred through the Formula 1 racing team, Scuderia Ferrari.

General and administrative costs for the three months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €41,294 thousand and €36,525 thousand, respectively, and for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €78,100 thousand and €73,916 thousand, respectively, consisting mainly of administration expenses and other general expenses that are not directly attributable to sales, manufacturing or research and development activities.

9. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COSTS

Research and development costs are as follows:

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Research and development costs expensed during
the period
139,998 135,737 293,942 284,522
Amortization of capitalized development costs 30,171 30,421 60,966 54,279
Total research and development costs 170,169 166,158 354,908 338,801

The main component of research and development costs expensed during the period related to research and development expenses to support the innovation of our product range and components, in particular, in relation to hybrid technology and Formula 1 activities. Research and development costs also include amortization of capitalized development costs.

10. OTHER EXPENSES/(INCOME), NET

Other expenses/(income), net for the three months ended June 30, 2019 included other expenses of €5,049 thousand, mainly related to indirect taxes and other miscellaneous expenses, partially offset by other income of €778 thousand, mainly related to rental income and other miscellaneous income.

Other expenses/(income), net for the six months ended June 30, 2019 included other income of €11,596 thousand, mainly related to a change in estimate of the risk and related provision associated with a legal dispute, based on developments that occurred in the first quarter of 2019, as well as other miscellaneous income, partially offset by other expenses of €9,425 thousand, mainly related to indirect taxes, provisions and other miscellaneous expenses.

11. NET FINANCIAL EXPENSES

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Financial income
Related to:
Industrial activities (A) 8,868 8,348 16,582 19,606
Financial services activities (reported within net
revenues)
17,453 12,164 33,304 24,717
Financial expenses and expenses from derivative
financial instruments and foreign currency
exchange rate differences
Related to:
Industrial activities (B) (18,618) (12,799) (33,046) (28,395)
Financial services activities (reported within cost
of sales)
(12,433) (7,403) (24,458) (14,580)
Net financial expenses relating to industrial
activities (A - B)
(9,750) (4,451) (16,464) (8,789)

Net financial expenses primarily related to the net costs of hedging and net foreign exchange losses, as well as interest expenses on debt.

12. INCOME TAX EXPENSE

Income tax expense is as follows:

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Current tax expense 32,057 37,262 68,095 93,250
Deferred tax expense 10,862 15,657 16,657 16,803
Taxes relating to prior periods 2,849 543 6,164 667
Total income tax expense 45,768 53,462 90,916 110,720

Income tax expense amounted to €45,768 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2019 compared to €53,462 thousand for the three months ended June 30, 2018, and €90,916 thousand for six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to €110,720 thousand for six months ended June 30, 2018, primarily attributable to the positive impact of the Patent Box benefit, partially offset by higher taxes arising from the increase in profit before taxes.

Income taxes for the six months ended June 30, 2019 benefited from the application of the Patent Box tax regime. In September 2018, the Group signed an agreement with the Italian Revenue Agency in relation to the Patent Box tax regime, which provides a tax benefit for companies that generate income through the use, both direct and indirect, of copyrights, patents, trademarks, designs and know-how. The agreement relates to the five-year period from 2015 to 2019. The Group applied the Patent Box tax regime for the calculation of income taxes starting in the third quarter of 2018.

Taxes relating to prior periods are primarily attributable to the agreements reached with the Italian Revenue Agency for the settlement of previous years' claims.

The effective tax rate (net of IRAP) was 17.1 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2019 compared to 22.8 percent for the six months ended June 30, 2018 mainly attributable to the positive impact of the Patent Box benefit.

IRAP (current and deferred) for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €13,094 thousand and €15,160 thousand, respectively. IRAPis only applicable to Italian entities and is calculated on a measure of income defined by the Italian Civil Code as the difference between operating revenues and costs, before financial income and expense, and in particular before the cost of fixed-term employees, credit losses and any interest included in lease payments. IRAPis calculated using financial information prepared under Italian accounting standards. IRAPis applied on the tax base at 3.9 percent for each of the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

Deferred tax assets and liabilities of the individual consolidated companies are offset within the semi-annual consolidated statement of financial position where these may be offset.

13. EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic earnings per share

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to equity holders of Ferrari by the weighted average number of common shares in issue. The following table provides the amounts used in the calculation of basic earnings per share for the periods presented:

For the three months ended
June 30,
For the six months ended
June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
Profit attributable to owners of the parent € thousand 182,110 160,270 360,395 307,905
Weighted average number of common shares thousand 187,409 188,646 187,544 188,745
Basic earnings per share 0.97 0.85 1.92 1.63

Diluted earnings per share

For the three and six months ended June 30, 2019, the weighted average number of shares for diluted earnings per share was increased to take into consideration the theoretical effect of the potential common shares that would be issued under the Company's equity incentive plans (assuming 100 percent of the related awards vested). See Note 21 for additional details on the equity incentive plans.

The following table provides the amounts used in the calculation of diluted earnings per share for the three months and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018:

For the three months ended
June 30,
For the six months ended
June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
Profit attributable to owners of the parent € thousand 182,110 160,270 360,395 307,905
Weighted average number of common shares for
diluted earnings per share
thousand 188,207 189,451 188,342 189,551
Diluted earnings per share 0.96 0.85 1.91 1.62

14. INTANGIBLE ASSETS

Balance at December
31, 2018
Additions
Amortization
Translation
differences and other
Balance at June 30,
2019
(€ thousand)
Intangible assets 645,797 158,612 (67,487) (851) 736,071

Additions of €158,612 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2019 primarily related to externally acquired and internally generated development costs for new and existing models.

15. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT

Balance at
December 31,
2018
Impact of
IFRS 16
adoption
Balance at
January 1,
2019
Additions Disposals Depreciation Translation
differences
and other
Balance at
June 30,
2019
(€ thousand)
Property, plant
and equipment
850,550 63,535 914,085 149,304 (1,351) (86,672) 1,818 977,184

Additions of €149,304 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2019 were mainly comprised of additions to advances and assets under construction, as well as plant, machinery and equipment, primarily related to car production and engine assembly lines (including those for models to be launched in future years), industrial tools used for the production of cars, and our personalization programs.

At June 30, 2019 the Group had contractual commitments for the purchase of property, plant and equipment amounting to €116,468 thousand (€146,281 thousand at December 31, 2018).

As a result of adopting IFRS 16 - Leases on January 1, 2019, the Group recognized right-of-use assets of €63,535 thousand (and related lease liabilities) in relation to leases which had previously been classified as operating leases under IAS 17. For further details please refer to Note 3"New standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019-IFRS 16 - Leases".

16. INVESTMENTS AND OTHER FINANCIALASSETS

The composition of investments and other financial assets is as follows:

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Investments accounted for using the equity method 27,883 25,972
Other securities and financial assets 7,236 6,162
Total investments and other financial assets 35,119 32,134

Investments accounted for using the equity method

Investments accounted for using the equity method relate to the Group's investment in FFS GmbH and changes were as follows:

(€ thousand)
Balance at January 1, 2019 25,972
Proportionate share of net profit for the period from January 1, 2019 to June 30, 2019 1,911
Balance at June 30, 2019 27,883

Other securities and financial assets

Other securities and financial assets primarily include Series C Liberty Formula One shares (the "Liberty Media Shares") of Liberty Media Corporation (the group responsible for the promotion of the Formula 1 World Championship), which are measured at fair value and amounted to €6,241 thousand at June 30, 2019 (€5,142 thousand at December 31, 2018).

17. INVENTORIES

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Raw materials 82,073 74,053
Semi-finished goods 88,600 84,576
Finished goods 230,266 232,435
Total inventories 400,939 391,064

The amount of inventory writedowns recognized as an expense within cost of sales was €8,228 thousand and €6,024 thousand for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018, respectively.

18. CURRENT RECEIVABLES AND OTHER CURRENT ASSETS

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Receivables from financing activities 918,555 878,496
Trade receivables 264,043 211,399
Current tax receivables 88,248 128,234
Other current assets 108,776 64,295
Total 1,379,622 1,282,424

Receivables from financing activities

Receivables from financing activities are as follows:

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Client financing 894,702 851,209
Dealer financing 23,853 27,287
Total 918,555 878,496

Receivables from financing activities relate entirely to the financial services portfolio in the United States and are generally secured on the title of cars or other guarantees.

19. CURRENT FINANCIALASSETS AND OTHER FINANCIAL LIABILITIES

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Financial derivatives 8,284 6,788
Other financial assets 3,752 3,386
Current financial assets 12,036 10,174

The following table provides the analysis of derivative assets and liabilities at June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018.

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
Positive fair value Negative fair value Positive fair value Negative fair value
(€ thousand)
Cash flow hedge:
Foreign currency derivatives 6,958 (12,199) 3,240 (10,853)
Interest rate caps 208 555
Total cash flow hedges 7,166 (12,199) 3,795 (10,853)
Other foreign currency derivatives 847 (555) 1,023 (489)
Interest rate caps 271 1,970
Derivatives assets/(liabilities) 8,284 (12,754) 6,788 (11,342)

At June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018, all foreign currency derivatives had a maturity of twelve months or less.

Foreign currency derivatives which do not meet the requirements to be recognized as cash flow hedges are presented as other foreign currency derivatives. Interest rate caps relate to derivative instruments required as part of certain securitization agreements.

20. EQUITY

Share capital

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At June 30, 2019 the fully paid up share capital of the Company was €2,573 thousand, consisting of 193,923,499 common shares and 63,353,013 special voting shares, all with a nominal value of €0.01 (€2,504 thousand at December 31, 2018 consisting of 193,923,499 common shares and 56,497,618 special voting shares, all with a nominal value of €0.01). At June 30, 2019, the Company held in treasury 6,994,142 common shares and 5,042 special voting shares, while at December 31, 2018 the Company held in treasury 6,002,843 common shares and 4,744 special voting shares. The increase in common shares held in treasury primarily reflects the repurchase of shares by the Company through its share repurchase program, partially offset by shares assigned under equity incentive plans.

The following table summarizes the changes in the number of outstanding common shares and outstanding special voting shares of the Company for the six months ended June 30, 2019:

Common Shares Special Voting
Shares
Total
Balance at December 31, 2018 187,920,656 56,492,874 244,413,530
Common shares repurchased under share repurchase program(1) (1,244,560) (1,244,560)
Common shares assigned under equity incentive plans(2) 253,261 253,261
Special voting shares allocation(3) 6,855,097 6,855,097
Balance at June 30, 2019 186,929,357 63,347,971 250,277,328

(1) Includes shares repurchased between January 1, 2019 and June 30, 2019 based on the transaction trade date, for a total consideration of €150,030 thousand, including transaction costs.

(2) During the first quarter of 2019, approximately 219 thousand performance share units and 34 thousand retention restricted share units vested under the Equity Incentive Plan 2016-2020 as a result of certain performance or retention requirements being achieved. As a result, a corresponding number of common shares, which were previously held in treasury, were assigned to participants of the plan. See Note 21 "Share-Based Compensation" for additional details.

(3) Relates to the issuance and the de-registration of certain special voting shares under the Company's special voting shares terms and conditions.

Other comprehensive income/(loss)

The following table presents other comprehensive income/(loss):

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019
2018
(€ thousand)
Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedging instruments
arising during the period
8,433 (5,113) (8,618) (4,962)
Losses/(Gains) on cash flow hedging instruments
reclassified to the consolidated income statement
7,557 (2,361) 10,092 (7,882)
Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedging instruments 15,990 (7,474) 1,474 (12,844)
Exchange differences on translating foreign
operations arising during the period
(2,456) 5,570 851 3,932
Total items that may be reclassified to the
consolidated income statement in subsequent
periods
13,534 (1,904) 2,325 (8,912)
Total other comprehensive income/(loss) 13,534 (1,904) 2,325 (8,912)
Related tax impact (4,462) 2,085 (428) 3,583
Total other comprehensive income/(loss), net of
tax
9,072 181 1,897 (5,329)

Gains and losses on cash flow hedging instruments relate to changes in the fair value of derivative financial instruments used for cash flow hedging purposes.

The tax effects relating to other comprehensive loss are as follows:

For the six months ended June 30,
2019
Pre-tax
balance
Tax impact Net
balance
Pre-tax
balance
Tax impact Net
balance
(€ thousand)
Gains/(Losses) on cash flow hedging instruments 1,474 (428) 1,046 (12,844) 3,583 (9,261)
Exchange gains on translating foreign operations 851 851 3,932 3,932
Total other comprehensive income/(loss) 2,325 (428) 1,897 (8,912) 3,583 (5,329)

21. SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION

Equity Incentive Plan 2016-2020

During the first half of 2019, 218,841 performance share units ("PSUs") and 34,420 retention restricted share units ("RSUs") vested as the total shareholders'return ("TSR") and the service condition were achieved. As a result, a corresponding number of common shares, which were previously held in treasury, were assigned to participants of the plan. See Note 22 "Share-Based Compensation"to the Consolidated Financial Statements for further details relating to the equity incentive awards granted in prior periods.

Equity Incentive Plan 2019-2021

Under a new equity incentive plan approved in 2019, approximately 157,500 PSUs and 105,800 RSUs, which each represent the right to receive one Ferrari common share, were awarded to the Executive Chairman, the Chief Executive Officer, all members of the Senior Management Team ("SMT") and other key members of the Group ("Equity Incentive Plan 2019-2021"). The PSUs and RSUs cover a three-year performance period from 2019 to 2021. At June 30, 2019, none of the PSUs or RSUs were forfeited or vested.

Share-based compensation expense

Including awards granted in prior periods, total expense for the PSU and RSU awards for the six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018 amounted to €9,068 thousand and €7,045 thousand, respectively. At June 30, 2019 unrecognized compensation expense amounted to approximately €26,738 thousand and will be recognized over the remaining performance period until 2021. The total number of PSU awards and RSU awards outstanding at June 30, 2019 under all equity incentive plans were approximately 614 thousand and 184 thousand, respectively.

22. PROVISIONS

Provisions are as follows:

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
Warranty and recall campaigns provision 108,815 111,129
Legal proceedings and disputes 25,690 37,154
Other risks 36,110 34,256
Total provisions 170,615 182,539

The provision for other risks primarily relates to disputes and matters which are not subject to legal proceedings, including contract related disputes with suppliers, employees and other parties.

Movements in provisions are as follows:

Balance at
December 31,
Additional
2018
provisions
Utilization Translation
differences and
other
Balance at
June 30, 2019
(€ thousand)
Warranty and recall campaigns provision 111,129 11,408 (16,603) 2,881 108,815
Legal proceedings and disputes 37,154 1,032 (12,527) 31 25,690
Other risks 34,256 2,525 (816) 145 36,110
Total provisions 182,539 14,965 (29,946) 3,057 170,615

Utilization of the provisions for legal proceedings and disputes mainly relates to a change in the estimate of the risk and related provision associated with a legal dispute based on developments in the first quarter of 2019.

23. DEBT

Balance at
December
31, 2018
Impact of
IFRS 16
adoption
Balance at
January 1,
2019
Proceeds
from
borrowings
Repayments
of
borrowings
Interest
accrued/
(paid) and
other
Translation
differences
Balance at
June 30,
2019
(€ thousand)
Bonds 1,198,109 1,198,109 (3,060) 1,195,049
Asset-backed financing
(Securitizations)
682,581 682,581 128,764 (86,154) (117) 4,121 729,195
Leases liabilities 673 63,535 64,208 6,709 (7,305) (71) 63,541
Borrowings from banks 35,984 35,984 (1,754) (6) 149 34,373
Other debt 9,820 9,820 24,346 (8,224) 92 26,034
Total debt 1,927,167 63,535 1,990,702 159,819 (103,437) (3,183) 4,291 2,048,192

Bonds

2023 Bond

On March 16, 2016, the Company issued 1.5 percent coupon notes due March 2023, having a principal of €500 million. The bond was issued at a discount for an issue price of 98.977 percent, resulting in net proceeds of €490,729 thousand after the debt discount and issuance costs. The net proceeds were used, together with additional cash held by the Company, to fully repay a €500 million bank loan. The bond is unrated and was admitted to trading on the regulated market of the Irish Stock Exchange. The amount outstanding at June 30, 2019 of €497,107 thousand includes accrued interest of €2,188 thousand (€500,197 thousand including €5,938 thousand of accrued interest at December 31, 2018).

2021 Bond

On November 16, 2017, the Company issued 0.25 percent coupon notes due January 2021, having a principal of €700 million. The bond was issued at a discount for an issue price of 99.557 percent, resulting in net proceeds of €694,172 thousand after the debt discount and issuance costs. The net proceeds were primarily used to repay a €700 million bank loan. The bond is unrated and was admitted to trading on the regulated market of the Irish Stock Exchange. The amount outstanding at June 30, 2019 of €697,942 thousand includes accrued interest of €796 thousand (€697,912 thousand including €1,678 thousand of accrued interest at December 31, 2018).

Asset-backed financing (Securitizations)

As a means of diversifying its sources of funds, the Group sells certain of its receivables originated by the financial services activities in the US through asset-backed financing or securitization programs (the terms asset-backed financing and securitization programs are used synonymously throughout this document), without transferring the risks typically associated with such receivables. As a result, the receivables sold through securitization programs are still consolidated until collection from the customer. As of June 30, 2019, the following revolving securitization programs were in place:

  • revolving securitization program for funding of up to \$500 million by pledging retail financial receivables in the United States as collateral. The program funding limit was increased to \$550 million effective from July 12, 2019. The notes bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the aggregate of LIBOR plus a margin of 65 basis points. As of June 30, 2019 total proceeds net of repayments from the sales of financial receivables under the program were \$484 million (\$424 million at December 31, 2018). The securitization agreement requires the maintenance of an interest rate cap.
  • revolving securitization program for funding of up to \$250 million by pledging leasing financial receivables in the United States as collateral. The notes bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the aggregate of LIBOR plus a margin of 65 basis points. As of June 30, 2019, total proceeds net of repayments from the sales of financial receivables under the program were \$228 million (\$223 million at December 31, 2018). The securitization agreement requires the maintenance of an interest rate cap.

• revolving securitization program for funding of up to \$135 million by pledging credit lines to Ferrari customers secured by personal vehicle collections and personal guarantees in the United States as collateral. The notes bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the aggregate of LIBOR plus a margin of 115 basis points. As of June 30, 2019 total proceeds net of repayments from the sales of financial receivables under the program were \$118 million (\$134 million at December 31, 2018).

The funding limits of the revolving securitization programs have been progressively increased since inception as the related receivables portfolios have increased.

Cash collected from the settlement of receivables or credit lines pledged as collateral under securitization programs is subject to certain restrictions regarding its use and is primarily applied to repay principal and interest of the related funding. Such cash amounted to €32,762 thousand at June 30, 2019 (€26,497 thousand at December 31, 2018).

Lease liabilities

As a result of adopting IFRS 16 - Leases on January 1, 2019, the Group recognized right-of-use assets and related lease liabilities of €63,535 thousand in relation to leases which had previously been classified as operating leases under IAS 17. For further details please refer to Note 3 "New standards and amendments effective from January 1, 2019-IFRS 16 - Leases".

Borrowings from banks

Borrowings from banks at June 30, 2019 mainly relate to financial liabilities of FFS Inc to support financial services activities, and in particular (i) €30,876 thousand (€30,694 thousand at December 31, 2018) relating to a U.S. Dollar denominated credit facility for up to \$50 million (drawn down for \$35 million at June 30, 2019) and bearing interest at LIBOR plus a range of between 65 and 75 basis points; (ii) other borrowings from banks of €3,497 thousand (€5,290 thousand at December 31, 2018) relating to various short and medium term credit facilities.

Revolving credit facility

The Company has a revolving credit facility of €500 million (the "RCF"). At June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018 the RCF was undrawn. Proceeds of the RCF may be used from time to time for general corporate and working capital purposes of the Group. The RCF matures in November 2020.

Other debt

Other debt mainly relates to funding for operating activities of the Group.

24. OTHER LIABILITIES

An analysis of other liabilities is as follows:

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
(€ thousand)
350,937 271,817
287,904 145,394
101,074 81,408
34,753 25,434
17,559 18,209
48,317 47,481
840,544 589,743

Deferred income primarily includes amounts received under maintenance and power warranty programs of €214,106 thousand at June 30, 2019 and €204,987 thousand at December 31, 2018, which are deferred and recognized as net revenues over the length of the maintenance program. Deferred income also includes amounts collected under various other agreements, which are dependent upon the future performance of a service or other act of the Group. The increase in deferred income during the period primarily relates to the seasonality of racing activities, in line with prior years.

Advances and security deposits at June 30, 2019 and at December 31, 2018 primarily include advances received from clients for the purchase of our hypercars and limited edition cars, and at June 30, 2019 also our Icona cars. Upon shipment of such cars, the advances are recognized as revenue. The increase primarily relates to advances received for the Ferrari Monza SP1 and SP2.

25. TRADE PAYABLES

Trade payables of €686,327 thousand at June 30, 2019 (€653,751 thousand at December 31, 2018) are entirely due within one year. The carrying amount of trade payables is considered to be equivalent to their fair value.

26. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENT

IFRS 13 establishes a three level hierarchy for the inputs to the valuation techniques used to measure fair value by giving the highest priority to quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets and liabilities (level 1 inputs) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (level 3 inputs). In some cases, the inputs used to measure the fair value of an asset or a liability might be categorized within different levels of the fair value hierarchy. In those cases, the fair value measurement is categorized in its entirety in the same level of the fair value hierarchy at the lowest level input that is significant to the entire measurement.

Levels used in the hierarchy are as follows:

Level 1 inputs are quoted prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets and liabilities that the Group can access at the measurement date.

Level 2 inputs are inputs other than quoted prices included within level 1 that are observable for the assets or liabilities, either directly or indirectly.

Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the assets and liabilities.

Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis

The following table shows the fair value hierarchy for financial assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis at June 30, 2019 and at December 31, 2018:

At June 30, 2019
Note Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
(€ thousand)
Cash and cash equivalents 881,205 881,205
Investments and other financial assets - Liberty Shares 16 6,241 6,241
Current financial assets 19 8,284 8,284
Total assets 887,446 8,284 895,730
Other financial liabilities 19 12,754 12,754
Total liabilities 12,754 12,754
At December 31, 2018
Note Level 1 Level 2
Level 3
Total
(€ thousand)
Cash and cash equivalents 793,664 793,664
Investments and other financial assets - Liberty Shares 16 5,142 5,142
Current financial assets 19 6,788 6,788
Total assets 798,806 6,788 805,594
Other financial liabilities 19 11,342 11,342
Total liabilities 11,342 11,342

There were no transfers between fair value hierarchy levels for the periods presented.

The fair value of current financial assets and other financial liabilities relates to derivative financial instruments and is measured by taking into consideration market parameters at the balance sheet date, using valuation techniques widely accepted in the financial business environment. In particular, the fair value of foreign currency derivatives (forward contracts, currency swaps and options) and interest rate caps is determined by taking the prevailing foreign currency exchange rate and interest rates, as applicable, at the balance sheet date.

The par value of cash and cash equivalents usually approximates fair value due to the short maturity of these instruments, which consist primarily of bank current accounts.

Assets and liabilities not measured at fair value on a recurring basis

For financial instruments represented by short-term receivables and payables, for which the present value of future cash flows does not differ significantly from carrying value, the Group assumes that carrying value is a reasonable approximation of the fair value. In particular, the carrying amount of current receivables and other current assets and of trade payables and other liabilities approximates their fair value.

The following table represents carrying amount and fair value for the most relevant categories of financial assets and financial liabilities not measured at fair value on a recurring basis:

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
Note Carrying
amount
Fair
Value
Carrying
amount
Fair
Value
(€ thousand)
Receivables from financing activities 18 918,555 918,555 878,496 878,496
Total assets 918,555 918,555 878,496 878,496
Debt 23 2,048,192 2,072,277 1,927,167 1,921,937
Total liabilities 2,048,192 2,072,277 1,927,167 1,921,937

27. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

Pursuant to IAS 24, the related parties of the Group are entities and individuals capable of exercising control, joint control or significant influence over the Group and its subsidiaries, companies belonging to Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V., together with its subsidiaries (the FCA Group) and the Exor Group, unconsolidated subsidiaries of the Group, associates and joint ventures. In addition, members of the Ferrari Group Board of Directors, Board of Statutory Auditors and executives with strategic responsibilities and their families are also considered related parties.

The Group carries out transactions with related parties on commercial terms that are normal in the respective markets, considering the characteristics of the goods or services involved. Transactions carried out by the Group with these related parties are primarily of a commercial nature and, in particular, these transactions relate to:

Transactions with FCA Group companies

  • the sale of engines and car bodies to Maserati S.p.A. ("Maserati") which is controlled by the FCA Group;
  • the purchase of engine components for the use in the production of Maserati engines from FCA US LLC, which is controlled by the FCA Group;
  • the purchase of automotive lighting and automotive components from Magneti Marelli S.p.A., Automotive Lighting Italia S.p.A., Sistemi Sospensioni S.p.A. and Magneti Marelli Powertrain Slovakia s.r.o. (which form part of "Magneti Marelli"), which were controlled by the FCA Group until May 2, 2019 when FCA completed the sale of Magneti Marelli. Following the sale, Magneti Marelli is no longer a related party;
  • transactions with other FCAGroup companies, mainly relating to the services provided by FCAGroup companies, including human resources, payroll, tax, customs and procurement of insurance coverage and sponsorship revenues.

Transactions with Exor Group companies

  • the Group incurs rental costs from Iveco Group companies related to the rental of trucks used by the Formula 1 racing team;
  • the Group earns sponsorship revenue from Iveco S.p.A.

Transactions with other related parties

  • the purchase of components for Formula 1 racing cars from COXA S.p.A., controlled by Piero Ferrari;
  • consultancy services provided by HPE S.r.l., controlled by Piero Ferrari;
  • sponsorship agreement relating to Formula 1 activities with Ferretti S.p.A.;
  • sale of cars to certain members of the Board of Directors of Ferrari N.V. and Exor.

In accordance with IAS 24, transactions with related parties also include compensation to Directors, the Audit Committee and managers with strategic responsibilities.

The amounts of transactions with related parties recognized in the consolidated income statement are as follows:

For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018
Net
revenues
Costs (1) Net financial
expenses/
(income)
Net
revenues
Costs (1) Net financial
expenses/
(income)
(€ thousand)
FCA Group companies
Maserati 74,614 2,169 121,722 1,486
FCA US LLC 9,486 18,990
Magneti Marelli (2) 352 10,444 764 21,079
Other FCA Group companies 5,899 3,441 903 3,885 3,455 599
Total FCA Group companies 80,865 25,540 903 126,371 45,010 599
Exor Group companies (excluding the FCA Group) 142 218 (2) 142 79
Other related parties 117 6,671 18 477 6,680
Total transactions with related parties 81,124 32,429 919 126,990 51,769 599
Total for the Group 1,923,660 1,099,095 16,464 1,736,656 971,018 8,789

(1) Costs include cost of sales, selling, general and administrative costs and other expenses/(income), net.

(2) FCA completed the sale of Magneti Marelli on May 2, 2019, following which Magneti Marelli is no longer a related party.

At June 30, 2019 At December 31, 2018
Trade
receivables
Trade
payables
Other
current
assets
Other
liabilities
Trade
receivables
Trade
payables
Other
current
assets
Other
liabilities
(€ thousand)
FCA Group companies
Maserati 35,534 8,287 26,247 39,077 6,099 30,594
FCA US LLC 135 7,087 135 6,332
Magneti Marelli (1) 2,774 9,427
Other FCA Group companies 920 4,140 569 826 5,896 4,689 1,481 44
Total FCA Group companies 36,589 19,514 569 27,073 47,882 26,547 1,481 30,638
Exor Group companies (excluding the FCA
Group)
518 16 352 276 377 13 4
Other related parties 231 2,689 2,226 2,675 208 1,999 5
Total transactions with related parties 37,338 22,219 3,147 30,024 48,467 28,559 1,486 30,642
Total for the Group 264,043 686,327 108,776 840,544 211,399 653,751 64,295 589,743

Non-financial assets and liabilities originating from related party transactions are as follows:

(1) FCA completed the sale of Magneti Marelli on May 2, 2019, following which Magneti Marelli is no longer a related party.

Current financial assets at June 30, 2019 included €2,904 thousand with the FCA Bank group (nil at December 31, 2018). There were no other financial assets or financial liabilities originating from related party transactions at June 30, 2019 and December 31, 2018.

28. ENTITY-WIDE DISCLOSURES

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The following table presents an analysis of net revenues by geographic location of the Group's customers for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019 and 2018:

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
2019 2018 2019 2018
(€ thousand)
Italy 98,959 122,159 189,463 233,316
Rest of EMEA 400,514 348,813 794,458 711,173
Americas (1) 270,920 257,019 502,272 471,968
Mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan 109,886 74,097 240,166 144,071
Rest of APAC (2) 103,319 103,564 197,301 176,128
Total net revenues 983,598 905,652 1,923,660 1,736,656

(1) Americas includes the United States of America, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.

(2) Rest of APAC mainly includes Japan, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, South Korea, Thailand and Malaysia.

29. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

The Group evaluated subsequent events through August 2, 2019, which is the date the Semi-Annual Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements were authorized for issuance, and identified the following matters:

On July 1, 2019, the Company announced the completion of the first tranche and the start of the second tranche of the previously disclosed multi-year share repurchase program. Under the second tranche, from July 2, 2019 to July 30, 2019, the Company has purchased an additional 276,376 common shares for total consideration of €41.0 million. At July 30, 2019 the Company held in treasury an aggregate of 7,253,410 common shares.

On July 4, 2019, the Company announced a cash tender offer on the Company's outstanding €700,000,000 0.250 percent note due January 16, 2021 (2021 Notes) and the Company's outstanding €500,000,000 1.500 percent notes due March 16, 2023 (2023 Notes). On July 12, 2019 the Company accepted for purchase valid tenders of the 2021 notes for an aggregate nominal amount of €200,000,000 and the 2023 Notes for an aggregate nominal amount of €115,395,000. The repurchases were executed on July 16, 2019.

On July 31, 2019, the Company announced it has completed a private placement to certain US institutional investors of €150,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 1.12% senior notes due 2029 and €150,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 1.27% senior notes due 2031.

Responsibility Statement

The Board of Directors is responsible for preparing the Semi-Annual Report, inclusive of the Semi-Annual Consolidated Financial Statements and the Management's Discussion and Analysis, in accordance with the Dutch Financial Supervision Act and the applicable International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) for interim reporting, IAS 34 - Interim Financial Reporting.

In accordance with Section 5:25d, paragraph 2 of the Dutch Financial Supervision Act, the Board of Directors states that, to the best of its knowledge, the Semi-Annual Consolidated Financial Statements prepared in accordance with applicable accounting standards provide a true and fair view of the assets, liabilities, financial position and profit or loss of Ferrari N.V. and its subsidiaries, and the undertakings included in the consolidation as a whole, and the Management Discussion and Analysis provides a fair review of the information required pursuant to Section 5:25d, paragraphs 8 and 9 of the Dutch Financial Supervision Act.

August 2, 2019

The Board of Directors

John Elkann Louis C. Camilleri Piero Ferrari Delphine Arnault Giuseppina Capaldo Eddy Cue Sergio Duca Maria Patrizia Grieco Adam Keswick Elena Zambon