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Hemnet Group — Interim / Quarterly Report 2022
Oct 20, 2022
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Interim / Quarterly Report
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Summary for the period July-September 2022
- ` Net sales increased by 22.0 percent to SEK 238.9m (195.8)
- ` Adjusted EBITDA increased 25.6 percent to SEK 128.5m (102.3)
- ` Operating profit increased 34.1 percent to SEK 110.9m (82.7)
- ` ARPL, average revenue per published listing, increased 28.8 percent to SEK 3,404 (2,642)
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million, unless stated otherwise) | 2022 | 2021 | Change | 2022 | 2021 | Change | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 |
| Net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 22.0% | 688.2 | 550.8 | 24.9% | 865.5 | 728.1 |
| Adjusted EBITDA* | 128.5 | 102.3 | 25.6% | 359.3 | 270.4 | 32.9% | 443.9 | 355.0 |
| Adjusted EBITDA-margin*, % | 53.8% | 52.2% | 1.6 pp | 52.2% | 49.1% | 3.1 pp. | 51.3% | 48.8% |
| Operating profit* | 110.9 | 82.7 | 34.1% | 306.2 | 159.2 | 92.3% | 370.9 | 223.9 |
| Earnings per share, basic, SEK¹ | 0.87 | 0.63 | 38.1% | 2.38 | 1.06 | 124.5% | 2.87 | 1.55 |
| Earnings per share, diluted, SEK¹ | 0.87 | 0.63 | 38.1% | 2.38 | 1.05 | 126.7% | 2.87 | 1.55 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | 110.5 | 77.1 | 43.3% | 324.5 | 165.1 | 96.5% | 394.4 | 235.0 |
¹The calculation of dilution of shares is made based on the number of days that the warrant programmes that have been active during each respective period. As no market price is available to set against the exercise price and the number of warrants is limited in relation to the number of ordinary shares, the dilution effect for periods before Hemnets IPO on 27 April, 2021, has been calculated based on the maximum theoretical dilution. For periods beginning after 27 April, 2021, the calculation of dilution is made based on the average share price during each respective period.
* Alternative Performance Measure, see pages 18-20 for derivation and definitions.
Summary for the period January-September 2022
- ` Net sales increased by 24.9 percent to SEK 688.2m (550.8)
- ` Adjusted EBITDA increased 32.9 percent to SEK 359.3m (270.4)
- ` Operating profit increased 92.3 percent to SEK 306.2m (159.2)
- ` ARPL, average revenue per published listing, increased 33.5 percent to SEK 3,105 (2,326)
Interim report Q3
January-September 2022
"Increased revenue and adjusted EBITDA, driven by strong demand for our value-added services for property sellers as well as products for business partners"
Net sales growth, % 22.0%
ARPL growth, % 28.8%
Adjusted EBITDA-margin, % 53.8%
Operational highlights
- • Average revenue per published listing (ARPL) increased by 28.8 percent to SEK 3,404 (2,642)
- • Number of new published listings on par with the same period last year
- • Revenue from business customers increased by 5.9 percent (9.0 percent excluding items affecting comparability), benefiting from investments in brandbuilding products
Comments
Net sales in the third quarter increased by 22.0 percent to SEK 238.9 (195.8) million and adjusted EBITDA increased by 25.6 percent to SEK 128.5 (102.3) million.
Revenue from property sellers increased 29.1 percent, driven by continued strong demand for our value-added services. We are pleased to see that customers are opting for the benefits associated with our larger packages, and that products such as Hemnet Plus and Hemnet Premium are now a key part of our offering. In parallel with conversion and product development, we continue our work with pricing to ensure that the impact and value of each product is reflected in its price.
Sales to our business partners and other customers increased 5.9 percent year-on-year, or 9.0 percent excluding items affecting comparability, and the growth rate also increased from the previous quarter. This was mainly driven by sales to real estate agents, which increased 19 percent year-on-year.
There were 52,000 new listings on Hemnet during the quarter, in line with last year's record high numbers. The total number of listings on Hemnet remains at a high level as we continue to see a buyer's market with lower property prices and longer selling times, combined with a stable supply of new listings. Since Hemnet is paid for each published listing, and not on the basis of a completed property transaction, we are well positioned for the current market.
Over the last 12 months, Hemnet has averaged 54 million visits per month. During the same period, each listed apartment averaged 3,500 visits and each villa 8,500 visits. This is a level of traffic and visibility unmatched by any other player in the Swedish housing market. A recent comparison between Hemnet and number two on the market showed that a listing on Hemnet averaged 19 times as many visits. This market leadership means that we can offer the best conditions and products to maximise the exposure of a home for sale and help our customers improve their chances of selling, also in a more challenging market.
While mindful of the current economic uncertainties, I remain confident in the strength of Hemnet's platform as the number one choice for Swedish home buyers, sellers and real estate agents, and in our important role as an enabler of an open and efficient housing market. We will continue to innovate and invest in product development to drive consumer engagement, increase revenue per listing, and grow and expand our offering to our business partners.
Cecilia Beck-Friis, CEO October 2022
Chief Executive's comments
Financial targets
ARPL
Operational indicators
Hemnet aims to achieve a Net Debt to Adjusted EBITDA of less than 2.0x.
Hemnet aims to achieve an adjusted EBITDA margin of 45–50 percent in the medium term.
| Growth |
|---|
| 15-20% |
Hemnet aims to achieve annual net sales growth of 15–20 percent.
| Last twelve months |
FY |
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| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | months | FY | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | Change | 2022 | 2021 | Change | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 | |
| ARPL (average revenue per published listing), SEK |
3,404 | 2,642 | 28.8% | 3,105 | 2,326 | 33.5% | 3,090 | 2,467 |
| Number of published listings, thousand | 52.2 | 52.1 | 0.2% | 162.5 | 158.6 | 2.5% | 202.2 | 198.4 |
The below graph shows Hemnets ARPL development during the last nine quarters, both as isolated quarters and on LTM basis.
Financial summary, July-September 2022
Continued strong growth in net sales, because of continued increase in average revenue per published listing (ARPL), and number of published listings was in line with last year. Adjusted EBITDA increased 25.6 percent to SEK 128.5m (102.3).
Net sales and profit
Net sales increased by 22.0 percent to SEK 238.9m (195.8).
Revenue from property sellers increased by 29.1 percent to SEK 175.8 (136.2). The sales of value-added services for property sellers - Hemnet Plus, Hemnet Premium, Raketen, Förnya annons (Renew ad) - continued to increase, which in combination with price adjustments across all products led to ARPL growing by 28.8 percent to SEK 3,404 (2,642). The number of published listings increased by 0.2 percent.
Net sales from other customers increased by 5.9 percent to SEK 63.1m (59.6). Last year included items affecting comparability of SEK 1.7m in the period, related to marketing activities carried out with Mäklarsamfundet (for further information on campaigns with Mäklarsamfundet, see Note K28 Related Party Transactions in the Annual and sustainability report for 2021). The remaining part of net sales from other customers increased by 9.0 percent to SEK 63.1 (57.9). Display revenue from real estate agents and banks continued to increase while the corresponding revenue from property developers and other customers decreased. Revenue from value-added services for real estate agents increased.
Capitalised development was SEK 1.3m (0.3) and related to investments in new products for property sellers and buyers, as well as new products for property developers and real estate agents.
Other external expenses increased by 27.7 percent to SEK 79.2m (62.0). However, the first nine months of 2021 included items affecting comparability of SEK 1.9m consisting of SEK 2.5m for the marketing campaigns conducted together with Mäklarsamfundet and SEK -0.6m related to IPOpreparations. SEK 50.5m (39.6) of other external expenses were administration and commission expenses to real estate agents, which increased by 27.5 percent because of the increasing revenue from listing related services. The remaining part increased by 28.1 percent to SEK 28.7m (22.4), mainly related to higher consultancy costs due to the continued focus on product development.
Personnel costs increased by 1.6 percent to SEK 32.7m (32.2), however last year included an adjustment of SEK 4.3m during the third quarter. Personnel costs, excluding the adjustment, increased by 17.2 percent to 32.7m (27.9) as the company continued to invest in product development for future growth.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 25.6 percent to SEK 128.5m (102.3) and the adjusted EBITDA-margin was 53.8 percent (52.2).
EBITDA increased 25.9 percent to SEK 128.5m (102.1), corresponding to an EBITDA-margin of 53.8 (52.1) percent.
Adjusted EBITDA
- A Net sales
- B Compensation to real estate agents
- C Other external expenses excl. comp. to real estate agents
- D Personnel costs
- E Other
Depreciation & amortisation amounted to SEK 17.6m (19.4), whereof amortisation of intangible assets, mainly from the acquisition of Hemnet, amounted to SEK 15.5m (17.4) and depreciation of right-of-use assets amounted to SEK 1.9m (1.8).
Operating profit increased 34.1 percent to SEK 110.9m (82.7), corresponding to an operating margin of 46.4 (44.2) percent. The increase in operating margin is mainly due to the increased net sales.
Financial items - net, improved from negative SEK 2.2m to negative SEK 1.4m, partly due to lower interest costs on bank loans because of lower borrowing. Interest costs on bank loans amounted to SEK 1.5m (1.8).
Tax expense amounted to SEK 22.7m (16.7), corresponding to an effective tax rate of 20.7 (20.8) percent.
Net profit for the period increased by SEK 23.1m and amounted to SEK 86,9.0m (63.7).
Cash flow and financial position
Cash flow from operating activities increased by SEK 33.4m and amounted to SEK 110.5m (77.1). The increase was primarily due to higher operating profit, with lower interest payments also having a positive effect, but this was partly offset by mainly higher tax payments following the higher profit in 2022. The change in working capital was negative at SEK -4.4m (-12.9). Taxes paid during the quarter amounted to SEK -12.2m (-10.0).
Cash flow from investing activities amounted to SEK -2.3m (-0.5). Investments in intangible and tangible fixed assets totalled SEK -2.3m (-0.5) and related almost exclusively to capitalised development expenses of SEK -1.8m (-0.5).
Cash flow from financing activities totalled SEK -122.4m (-86.9), mainly as a result share buybacks of SEK -205.5m, partly financed through an increased borrowing of SEK 85.0m. Amortisation of lease liabilities resulted in a cash flow of SEK -1.9m. During the same period last year, financing activities resulted in a cash flow of SEK -86.9m, mainly consisting of voluntary repayments on the credit facility of SEK -85.0m.
Cash and cash equivalents amounted to SEK 124.0m (94.5) and total interest-bearing liabilities amounted to SEK 299.1m (283.1). Net debt thus amounted to SEK 175.1m (188.6), which corresponds to 0.4 (0.5) times adjusted EBITDA for the last twelve months.
Total shareholders' equity amounted to SEK 1,457.4m (1,516.9), corresponding to an equity-to-assets ratio of 67.7 (71.1) percent.
Financial position
Historical development of the Group's net debt and net debt in relation to rolling twelve months adjusted EBITDA.
Financial summary, January-September 2022
Continued strong growth in net sales, because of continued increase in average revenue per published listing (ARPL), as well as a somewhat higher number of published listings. Adjusted EBITDA increased 32.9 percent to SEK 359.3m (270.4).
Net sales and profit
Net sales increased by 24.9 percent to SEK 688.2m (550.8).
Revenue from property sellers increased by 36.4 percent to SEK 496.6 (364.0). The sales of value-added services for property sellers - Hemnet Plus, Hemnet Premium, Raketen, Förnya annons (Renew ad) - increased, which in combination with price adjustments across all products led to ARPL growing by 33.5 percent to SEK 3,105 (2,326). The number of published listings increased by 2.5 percent.
Net sales from other customers increased by 2.6 percent to SEK 191.6m (186.8). Previous year included items affecting comparability of SEK 5.7m related to marketing activities carried out with Mäklarsamfundet (for further information on campaigns with Mäklarsamfundet, see Note K28 Related Party Transactions in the Annual and sustainability report for 2021). The remaining part of net sales from other customers increased by 5.8 percent to SEK 191.6 (181.1). Display revenue from real estate agents and banks increased while the corresponding revenue from property developers and other customers decreased. Revenue from value-added services for real estate agents increased.
Capitalised development was SEK 6.7m (4.1) and related to investments in new products for property sellers and buyers, as well as new products for property developers and real estate agents.
Other external expenses decreased by 5.9 percent to SEK 225.0m (239,2). However, the first three quarters of 2021 included items affecting comparability of SEK 57.6m, consisting of SEK 48.7m related to IPO-preparations and SEK 8.9m for marketing campaigns carried out together with Mäklarsamfundet.
Other external expenses, excluding items affecting comparability, increased by 23.9 percent to SEK 225.0m (181.6). The primary expense of SEK 143.1m (113.9) was administration and commission expenses to real estate agents, which increased by 25.6 percent because of the increasing revenue from listing related services. In addition, the first nine months of last year also included SEK 8.4m related to education compensation to real estate agents. The remaining part increased by 21.0 percent to SEK 81.9m (67.7), mainly related to higher consultancy costs due to the continued focus on product development.
Personnel costs increased by 14.8 percent to SEK 111.5m (97.1), as the company continued to invest in product development for future growth.
Adjusted EBITDA increased 32.9 percent to SEK 359.3m (270.4) and the adjusted EBITDA-margin was 52.2 (49.1) percent.
EBITDA increased 64.4 percent to SEK 359.3m (218.5), corresponding to an EBITDA-margin of 52.2 (39.7) percent.
Adjusted EBITDA
A Net sales
- B Compensation to real estate agents
- C Other external expenses excl. comp. to real estate agents
- D Personnel costs
- E Other
Depreciation & amortisation amounted to SEK 53.1m (59.3), whereof amortisation of intangible assets, mainly from the acquisition of Hemnet, amounted to SEK 46.6m (53.1) and depreciation of right-of-use assets amounted to SEK 5.6m (5.4).
Operating profit increased 92.3 percent to SEK 306.2m (159.2), corresponding to an operating margin of 44.5 (28.9) percent. The increase in operating profit and margin is mainly following the increased net sales, with some effect also from that the period last year included SEK 51.9m of items affecting comparability. Also some positive effect from the new compensation model for real estate agents that was launched 1 March 2021.
Financial items - net, improved from negative SEK 24.2m to negative SEK 4.2m, partly due to lower interest costs on bank loans because of both lower borrowing and lower interest rates on bank loans, but also partly due to the impact of capitalised arrangement fees for a previous credit facility in the same period last year. Interest costs on bank loans amounted to SEK -3.8m (-8.4).
Tax expense amounted to SEK 62.7m (28.4), corresponding to an effective tax rate of 20.7 (21.1) percent.
Net profit for the period increased by SEK 132.8m and amounted to SEK 239.3m (106.5).
Cash flow and financial position
Cash flow from operating activities increased by SEK 159.4m and amounted to SEK 324.5m (165.1). The increase was primarily due to higher operating profit, with lower interest payments also having a positive effect, but this was partly offset by mainly higher tax payments following the higher profit in 2022. The change in working capital was positive at SEK
20.1m (-11.6). Taxes paid during the period amounted to SEK -51.2m (-28.1).
Cash flow from investing activities amounted to SEK -10.4m (19.7). Investments in intangible and tangible fixed assets were in total SEK -10.4m (-6.0) and related almost exclusively to capitalised development expenses of SEK -8.8m (-5.7). During the same period last year, all interest-bearing securities were divested, which lead to a positive cash flow of SEK 24.7m.
Cash flow from financing activities totalled SEK -284.6m (-318.4), mainly because of voluntary repayments of bank loans of SEK -65.0m, dividend payment of SEK -55.6m, increased borrowing of SEK 85.0m and share buybacks of SEK -245.8m. Amortisation of lease liabilities resulted in a cash flow of SEK -5.8m. During the same period last year, financing activities resulted in a cash flow of SEK -318.4m, mainly consisting of repayment of a previous credit facility of SEK -688.6m, drawdown of a new credit facility of SEK 500.0m and voluntary repayments on the new credit facility of SEK -135.0m.
Cash and cash equivalents amounted to SEK 124.0m (94.5) and total interest-bearing liabilities amounted to SEK 299.1m (283.1). Net debt thus amounted to SEK 175.1m (188.6) which corresponds to 0.4 (0.5) times adjusted EBITDA for the last twelve months.
Total shareholders' equity was SEK 1,457.4m (1,516.9), corresponding to an equity-to-assets ratio of 67.7 (71.1) percent.
Parent company, financial development January-September
Net sales of the Parent company amounted to SEK 7.0m (4.4). All revenue refers to services to other Group companies. Operating profit/loss was SEK -5.3m (-49.5), where the previous year's result included expenses related to the preparation of the IPO amounting to SEK -46.9m, which were classified as items affecting comparability.
The assets of the Parent company consist mainly of investments in Group companies and Group receivables. The operations are financed by equity, bank loans and Group liabilities. The Parent company equity at the end of the period amounted to SEK 688.3m (996.9) and the equity ratio was 51.1 (59.3) percent.
Other information
Covid-19 effects and the war in Ukraine
The Covid-19 pandemic have had a major impact on society but has not had any significant negative impact on Hemnet's financial results. The number of visits to Hemnet increased during the beginning of the pandemic and during the first half of 2021, after which the number of visits now has returned to more normal levels. During the period, the number of published listings increased as well as ARPL (average revenue per listing). Overall increased remote working during the pandemic has likely benefitted the interest in Hemnet, as the home and living environment became an even more important part of people's everyday life.
The war in Ukraine may have had a negative impact on traffic to Hemnet during a period of time. However, the company's assessment is that this has not had any material financial impact.
Employees
The number of employees at the end of the period was 124 compared to 113 at the end of September 2021 and 112 at the end of December 2021. The increase is primarily in the area of product development.
Repurchase and holding of treasury shares
The Annual General Meeting authorized the Board of Directors to, on one or more occasions during the period until the next Annual General Meeting, decide on the repurchase of own shares to such an extent that the Company holds no more than ten (10) percent of all shares in the Company at any time
after the acquisition. The maximum amount for repurchases during the period shall be SEK 450 million. Acquisitions shall be made on Nasdaq Stockholm at a price per share within the price interval registered at any given time. The purpose of the authorization is to adjust the Company's capital structure by reducing the share capital. The Board of Directors therefore intends to propose to the Annual General Meeting 2023 that the repurchased shares be cancelled.
In addition to the decision to launch the share repurchase program, Hemnet's Board of Directors has decided to use the authorization of the Annual General Meeting to resolve the acquisition of a maximum of 57,200 ordinary shares to ensure the delivery of shares to the participants of the 2022/2025 Share Savings Program. Acquisitions shall take place on Nasdaq Stockholm at a price per share within the price interval registered at any given time.
During the quarter 1,388,678 shares were repurchased for a total of SEK 205.4m under the share repurchase program of SEK 450 million. During the year a total of 1,640,855 shares have been repurchased for a total amount of SEK 238.8m. In addition, 57,000 shares were repurchased for a total of SEK 7.5m as part of the company's commitment under the 2022/2025 Share Savings Program. The total number of treasury shares at the end of the quarter thus amounts to 1,697,855. The number of shares outstanding, excluding treasury shares, as of September 30, 2022, is 99,433,623. The total number of shares in the Company is 101,131,478.
Seasonality
Hemnet's sales and earnings are partly affected by seasonal fluctuations, mainly linked to vacation seasons and major holidays, as the number of listings and activity on Hemnets platforms tend to be lower during these periods than during other periods of the year. Seen over a financial year, the year begins with low volumes that gradually increase until the summer months where volumes decrease to lower levels and then increase again after the summer holiday period, before they decrease again ahead of the Christmas holidays.
Overall, the first quarter in particular tends to be weaker seasonally, both in terms of sales and earnings, while the second quarter tends to be the strongest.
Average revenue per published listing, ARPL, is affected by certain seasonal effects. Listing revenue and revenue from listing related value-added services is, in accordance with IFRS, recognised over the average duration of a listing on Hemnet. The effect is that quarters that are preceded by a month with a high volume of listings and value-added services benefit. Historically, March and September have been such months with high volume of listings, giving a positive contribution to revenue and ARPL in the following month and therefore the second and the fourth quarter respectively.
Risks and uncertainties
Hemnet is through its operations exposed to risks and uncertainties. The income from listing fees is a significant part of sales. Hemnet's operations are therefore dependent on an efficient, well-functioning housing market with high mobility. Hemnet's advertising business has continued to develop positively, and we offer advertising both through direct sales and through programmatic trading. The development and trends for advertising purchases in the market can affect Hemnet's revenue both positively and negatively. For Hemnet, it is of great importance to have a good relationship with the real estate agents and to have a substantial range of listings. Hemnet's future business may be threatened if a deteriorating agent relationship would result in a reduction in the number of listings.
In addition to its own funds, the Group´s operations are also financed through borrowing. As a result, the business is exposed to financing risks and interest rate risk. The Group's overall risk management policy focuses on the unpredictability of the financial markets and strives to minimise potential adverse effects on the Group's financial results.
For a detailed description of the risk factors and how they are managed, please refer to Hemnet's Annual Report 2021, pages 57-58. Hemnet's assessment is that no other significant risks or uncertainties have arisen during the period.
About Hemnet
Hemnet operates the leading property platform in Sweden. The Company emerged as an industry initiative in 1998 and has since transformed into a "win-win" value proposition for the housing market. By offering a unique combination of relevant products, insights and inspiration, Hemnet has built lasting relationships with buyers, sellers, and agents for more than 20 years. Hemnet shares a mutual passion for homes with its stakeholders and is driven by being an independent go-to-place for people to turn to for the various housing needs that arise through life. This is mirrored in the Company's vision to be the key to your property journey, supplying products and services to improve efficiency, transparency and mobility on the housing market.
The key to your property journey
We increase efficiency, transparency and mobility on the housing market.
Christopher Caulkin Chair
Cecilia Beck-Friis CEO
Anders Edmark Member of the board
Tracey Fellows Member of the board
Håkan Hellström Member of the board
Maria Redin Member of the board
Nick McKittrick Member of the board
Pierre Siri Member of the board
Stockholm, 19 October, 2022 Hemnet Group AB (publ)
Review report
Hemnet Group Ab (publ), corporate identity number 559088-4440
Introduction
We have reviewed the condensed interim report for Hemnet Group AB (publ) as of September 30, 2022 and for the nine months period then ended. The Board of Directors and the Managing Director are responsible for the preparation and presentation of this interim report in accordance with IAS 34 and the Swedish Annual Accounts Act. Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on this interim report based on our review.
Scope of review
We conducted our review in accordance with the International Standard on Review Engagements, ISRE 2410 Review of Interim Financial Statements Performed by the Independent Auditor of the Entity. A review consists of making inquiries, primarily of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures. A review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing and other generally accepted auditing standards in Sweden. The procedures performed in a review do not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit opinion.
Conclusion
Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the interim report is not prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with IAS 34 and the Swedish Annual Accounts Act regarding the Group, and in accordance with the Swedish Annual Accounts Act regarding the Parent Company.
Stockholm on the day shown in our electronic signature
Ernst & Young AB
Anna Svanberg
Authorized Public Accountant
Condensed consolidated income statement
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months | FY | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 | (SEK million) | 2022-09-30 | 2021-09-30 | 2021-12-31 |
| Net sales | 2 238.9 |
195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 | ASSETS | |||
| Other operating income | 0.7 | 0.7 | 2.0 | 1.3 | 2.5 | 1.8 | Intangible assets | 1,933.8 | 1,988.3 | 1,971.6 |
| Total revenue | 239.6 | 196.5 | 690.2 | 552.1 | 868.0 | 729.9 | Other non-current assets | 4.6 | 8.7 | 8.3 |
| Total non-current assets | 1,938.4 | 1,997.0 | 1,979.9 | |||||||
| Capitalised development | 1.3 | 0.3 | 6.7 | 4.1 | 7.2 | 4.6 | ||||
| Current receivables | 90.4 | 98.6 | 59.1 | |||||||
| Other external expenses | 3 -79.2 |
-62.0 | -225.0 | -239.2 | -285.7 | -299.9 | Cash and cash equivalents | 124.0 | 112.5 | 94.5 |
| Personnel costs | -32.7 | -32.2 | -111.5 | -97.1 | -144.4 | -130.0 | Total current assets | 214.4 | 211.1 | 153.6 |
| Depreciation & amortisation | -17.6 | -19.4 | -53.1 | -59.3 | -72.8 | -79.0 | TOTAL ASSETS | 2,152.8 | 2,208.1 | 2,133.5 |
| Other operating costs | -0.5 | -0.5 | -1.1 | -1.4 | -1.4 | -1.7 | ||||
| Total operating expenses | -130.0 | -114.1 | -390.7 | -397.0 | -504.3 | -510.6 | EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| Operating profit | 110.9 | 82.7 | 306.2 | 159.2 | 370.9 | 223.9 | Total equity (attributable to controlling interest) | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1,516.9 |
| Net financial items | -1.4 | -2.2 | -4.2 | -24.2 | -5.8 | -25.8 | ||||
| Profit before taxes | 109.5 | 80.5 | 302.0 | 135.0 | 365.1 | 198.1 | Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | 298.4 | 362.5 | 277.9 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 212.4 | 223.6 | 220.1 | |||||||
| Income tax | -22.7 | -16.8 | -62.7 | -28.5 | -75.8 | -41.6 | Total non-current liabilities | 510.8 | 586.1 | 498.0 |
| Net profit for the period | 86.8 | 63.7 | 239.3 | 106.5 | 289.3 | 156.5 | ||||
| Net profit attributable to | 86.8 | 63.7 | 239.3 | 106.5 | 289.3 | 156.5 | Current interest-bearing liabilities | 0.7 | 5.7 | 5.2 |
| controlling interest | Current non-interest-bearing liabilities | 183.9 | 149.4 | 113.4 | ||||||
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | - | - | Total current liabilities | 184.6 | 155.1 | 118.6 |
| Total comprehensive income | 86.8 | 63.7 | 239.3 | 106.5 | 289.3 | 156.5 | Total liabilities | 695.4 | 741.2 | 616.6 |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 2,152.8 | 2,208.1 | 2,133.5 | |||||||
| Earnings per share¹ | ||||||||||
| before dilution, SEK | 0.87 | 0.63 | 2.38 | 1.06 | 2.87 | 1.55 | ||||
| after dilution, SEK | 0.87 | 0.63 | 2.38 | 1.05 | 2.87 | 1.55 | ||||
| Number of shares | ||||||||||
| Average before dilution | 100,115,594 101,131,478 | 100,760,150 100,954,882 | 100,853,745 | 100,999,394 | ||||||
| Average after dilution | 100,115,594 101,217,134 | 100,760,150 101,181,932 | 100,853,745 | 101,180,647 | ¹The calculation of dilution of shares is made based on the number of days that the warrant programmes that have been active during each respective period. As no market price is available to set against the exercise price and the number of warrants is limited in relation to the number of ordinary shares, the dilution effect |
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| At period end | 99,433,623 101,131,478 | 99,433,623 101,131,478 | 99,433,623 | 101,131,478 | for periods before Hemnets IPO on 27 April, 2021, has been calculated based on the maximum theoretical dilution. For periods beginning after 27 April, 2021, the calculation of dilution is made based on the average share price during each respective period. |
Condensed consolidated statement of financial position
Condensed consolidated statement of changes in equity Condensed consolidated statement of cash flow
| Jan-Sep | FY | Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | FY | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2021 | (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Equity, opening balance | 1,516.9 | 1,349.6 | 1 349,6 | Operating activities | |||||
| Net profit for the period | 239.3 | 106.5 | 156,5 | Operating profit | 110.9 | 82.7 | 306.2 | 159.2 | 223.9 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | Adjustments for non-cash items | 17.6 | 19.4 | 53.0 | 59.3 | 79.0 |
| Total comprehensive income | 239.3 | 106.5 | 156,5 | Interest paid and received | -1.4 | -2.1 | -3.6 | -13.7 | -15.0 |
| Paid income tax | -12.2 | -10.0 | -51.2 | -28.1 | -49.6 | ||||
| Dividend distribution | -55.6 | - | - | Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital |
114.9 | 90.0 | 304.4 | 176.7 | 238.3 |
| Repurchase of shares | -245.8 | - | - | ||||||
| Share and warrant issues | 3.5 | 16.8 | 16,8 | Changes in working capital, net | -4.4 | -12.9 | 20.1 | -11.6 | -3.3 |
| Share and warrant redemption | -0.7 | -5.0 | -5,0 | Cash flow from operating activities | 110.5 | 77.1 | 324.5 | 165.1 | 235.0 |
| Issue expenses | -0.2 | -1.0 | -1,0 | ||||||
| Total transactions with shareholders | -298.8 | 10.8 | 10,8 | Investing activities | |||||
| Equity, closing balance | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1 516,9 | Investments in intangible assets | -1.8 | -0.5 | -8.8 | -5.7 | -6.5 |
| Investments in tangible assets | -0.5 | -0.0 | -1.6 | -0.3 | -0.5 | ||||
| Divestment of interest-bearing securities | - | - | - | 24.7 | 24.7 | ||||
| Cash flow from investing activities | -2.3 | -0.5 | -10.4 | 18.7 | 17.7 | ||||
| Financing activities | |||||||||
| Borrowings | 85.0 | - | 85.0 | 500.0 | 500.0 | ||||
| Repayment of loans | - | -85.0 | -65.0 | -823.6 | -908.6 | ||||
| Amortisation of lease liabilities | -1.9 | -1.9 | -5.8 | -5.6 | -7.5 | ||||
| Issue of shares and warrants | - | - | 3.5 | 11.8 | 11.8 | ||||
| Issue expenses | - | - | -0.2 | -1.0 | -1.0 | ||||
| Warrant redemption | - | - | -0.7 | - | - | ||||
| Repurchase of shares | -205.5 | - | -245.8 | - | - | ||||
| Paid dividend | - | - | -55.6 | - | - | ||||
| Cash flow from financing activities | -122.4 | -86.9 | -284.6 | -318.4 | -405.3 | ||||
| Net change in cash and cash equivalents | -14.2 | -10.3 | 29.5 | -134.6 | -152.6 | ||||
| Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 138.2 | 122.8 | 94.5 | 247.1 | 247.1 | ||||
| Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | 124.0 | 112.5 | 124.0 | 112.5 | 94.5 |
Condensed parent company income statement Condensed parent company balance sheet
Parent company statement of comprehensive income
| FY | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | 2021 | (SEK million) | 2022-09-30 | 2021-09-30 | 2021-12-31 |
| 2.1 | 0.9 | 7.0 | 4.4 | 5.6 | ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | 1,246.5 | 1,146.6 | 1,660.0 | |||||
| Current assets | 99.6 | 372.9 | 21.6 | |||||
| -2.6 | -0.8 | -8.0 | -50.9 | -53.4 | TOTAL ASSETS | 1,346.1 | 1,519.5 | 1,681.6 |
| -1.5 | -0.9 | -4.3 | -3.0 | -5.7 | ||||
| - | -0.1 | - | -0.2 | -0.2 | EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| -4.1 | -1.8 | -12.3 | -54.1 | -59.3 | Equity | |||
| -2.0 | -0.9 | -5.3 | -49.7 | -53.7 | Restricted equity | 77.4 | 77.4 | 77.4 |
| Non-restricted equity | 610.9 | 685.8 | 919.5 | |||||
| -1.5 | -2.2 | -4.4 | -3.8 | -5.5 | Total equity | 688.3 | 763.2 | 996.9 |
| -3.5 | -3.1 | -9.7 | -53.5 | -59.2 | ||||
| Non-current liabilities | 298.4 | 362.5 | 277.9 | |||||
| - | - | - | - | 286.2 | Current liabilities | 359.4 | 393.8 | 406.8 |
| Total liabilities | 657.8 | 756.3 | 684.7 | |||||
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 1,346.1 | 1,519.5 | 1,681.6 | |||||
| 2.1 - -3.5 |
Jul-Sep 0.9 - -3.1 |
7.0 - -9.7 |
Jan-Sep 4.4 - -53.5 |
5.6 -46.8 180.2 |
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | FY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Net income (loss) | -3.5 | -3.1 | -9.7 | -53.5 | 180.2 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | - - |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | -3.5 | -3.1 | -9.7 | -53.5 | 180.2 |
Notes
Note 1 Accounting principles
The Parent company, Hemnet Group AB (publ), applies the Swedish Annual Accounts Act and the Swedish Financial Reporting Board's recommendation (RFR 2), accounting for legal entities. The accounting principles are consistent with those of the previous year and, where applicable, with the Group's accounting principles.
Amounts are expressed in SEK million unless stated otherwise. Amounts and figures in brackets refer to comparative figures for the corresponding period last year. In some cases, roundings have been made, which means that tables and calculations do not always sum up exactly.
Note 2 Net sales
This report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB) and Interpretation Statements of the International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC) as adopted by the EU. The Group applies the same accounting principles as described in Note 1 in the annual report for 2021 and no new or IFRS or IFRIC interpretations that have not yet come into force are expected to have a material impact on the Group. Net sales from external customers by customer category and service category: Net sales by customer category Jan-Sep Jul-Sep
Revenues are in their entirety attributable to services rendered to private individuals and companies. Property sellers revenue consists of sales to consumers, while Real estate agents, Real estate developers and Advertisers represent sales to business customers. Revenue is recognized over time as performance obligations are fulfilled. The revenues are almost entirely attributable to Swedish customers.
The categorising per service has been updated from the Q1 report 2022 and now consists of Listings services and Other services. The new category Listing services consists of (i) what in previous reports was called Listing fees, as well as (ii) the part of the previous category Valueadded services that related to publishing of listings (Hemnet Plus, Hemnet Premium, Raketen, Förnya annons). The new category Other services consists of (i) what in previous reports was called Advertising and other, as well as (ii) the remaining part of the previous category Value-added services.
| Net sales by customer category | Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 |
| Property sellers | 175.8 | 136.2 | 496.6 | 364.0 | 614.9 | 482.3 |
| Real estate agents | 28.7 | 24.1 | 87.8 | 72.2 | 111.0 | 95.4 |
| Real estate developers | 12.6 | 12.7 | 38.0 | 42.8 | 49.6 | 54.4 |
| Advertisers | 21.8 | 22.8 | 65.8 | 71.8 | 90.0 | 96.0 |
| Total net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 |
| Net sales by service category | Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 |
| Listing services | 182.8 | 142.6 | 519.0 | 382.5 | 644.8 | 508.3 |
| Other services | 56.1 | 53.2 | 169.2 | 168.3 | 220.7 | 219.8 |
| Total net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 |
Note 3 Other external expenses
Administration and commission compensation refers to compensation to real estate agent offices regarding administration of property listings on Hemnet's platform and, for real estate agent offices having entered into a commission agreement regarding sale of Hemnet's value-added services, commission.
Note 4 Financial instruments
Hemnet's financial instruments consist mainly of accounts receivables, other current receivables, liabilities to credit institutions, accounts payable and accrued expenses.
Liabilities to credit institutions carries a floating interest that is estimated in all material respects to correspond to current market rate, whereby fair value is deemed to approximately correspond to booked value adjusted for accrued borrowing costs (level 2). For other financial assets and liabilities, their book values are an approximation of fair value, why these items are not split according to the fair value hierarchy.
Note 5 Related party transactions
Transactions with related parties and management incentive program are described in notes G28 and G8 in the annual report for 2021.
Agreement with Svensk Fastighetsförmedling AB ("Svensk Fastighetsförmedling") regarding mediation of Hemnets advertising services
Hemnet has entered into an agreement with Svensk Fastighetsförmedling regarding mediation and coordination of display and native campaigns.
In other respects, the scope and focus of these transactions did not change significantly during the period.
Note 6 Significant events after the end of the period
No material events have occurred after the reporting period which have had a material impact on the operation or assumptions and assessments used in preparation of this report.
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 |
| Administration and commission compensation |
-50.5 | -39.6 | -143.1 | -113.9 | -179.3 | -150.1 |
| Other external expenses | -28.7 | -22.4 | -81.9 | -125.3 | -106.4 | -149.8 |
| Total | -79.2 | -62.0 | -225.0 | -239.2 | -285.7 | -299.9 |
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months | FY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million, unless stated otherwise) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 | 2021 |
| EBITDA | 128.5 | 102.1 | 359.3 | 218.5 | 443.7 | 302.9 |
| EBITDA margin, % | 53.8% | 52.1% | 52.2% | 39.7% | 51.3% | 41.6% |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 128.5 | 102.3 | 359.3 | 270.4 | 443.9 | 355.0 |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 53.8% | 52.2% | 52.2% | 49.1% | 51.3% | 48.8% |
| Operating profit | 110.9 | 82.7 | 306.2 | 159.2 | 370.9 | 223.9 |
| Operating margin, % | 46.4% | 42.2% | 44.5% | 28.9% | 42.9% | 30.8% |
| Net profit for the period | 86.8 | 63.7 | 239.3 | 106.5 | 289.3 | 156.5 |
| Profit margin % | 36.3% | 32.5% | 34.8% | 19.3% | 33.4% | 21.5% |
| Earnings per share, basic, SEK | 0.87 | 0.63 | 2.38 | 1.06 | 2.87 | 1.55 |
| Earnings per share, diluted, SEK | 0.87 | 0.63 | 2.38 | 1.05 | 2.87 | 1.55 |
| ARPL (average revenue per published listing), SEK | 3,404 | 2,642 | 3,105 | 2,326 | 3,090 | 2,467 |
| Net debt | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 188.6 |
| Net debt/EBITDA (LTM), times | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Net debt/Adjusted EBITDA (LTM), times | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
| Debt/Equity ratio, times | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 |
| Equity/Assets ratio, % | 67.7% | 66.4% | 67.7% | 66.4% | 67.7% | 71.1% |
| Cash conversion, % | 103.8% | 98.7% | 103.8% | 98.7% | 103.8% | 97.1% |
| Number of published listings during the period, thousand | 52.2 | 52.1 | 162.5 | 158.6 | 202.2 | 198.4 |
| Number of employees at period end | 124 | 113 | 124 | 113 | 124 | 112 |
| FY | Last twelve months | Jan-Sep | Jul-Sep |
|---|---|---|---|
See pages 18-20 for derivation and definitions.
Group key ratios
Derivation of alternative performance measures
Certain statements and analyses presented in this interim report include alternative performance measures (APMs) that are not defined by IFRS. The company believes that this information, together with comparable defined IFRS metrics, are useful to investors as they provide a basis for measuring operating profit and ability to repay debt and invest in operations. Corporate management use these financial measurements, along with the most directly comparable financial metrics under IFRS, to evaluate operational results and value added. The APMs should not be assessed in isolation from, or as a substitute for, financial information presented in the financial statements in accordance with IFRS. The APMs reported need not necessarily be comparable to similar metrics presented by other companies. The reconciliations are presented in the tables below.
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million, unless stated otherwise) |
2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 |
2021 |
| Operating profit | 110.9 | 82.7 | 306.2 | 159.2 | 370.9 | 223.9 |
| Depreciation & amortisation | 17.6 | 19.4 | 53.1 | 59.3 | 72.8 | 79.0 |
| EBITDA | 128.5 | 102.1 | 359.3 | 218.5 | 443.7 | 302.9 |
| Net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 |
| EBITDA margin, % | 53.8% | 52.1% | 52.2% | 39.7% | 51.3% | 41.6% |
| EBITDA | 128.5 | 102.1 | 359.3 | 218.5 | 443.7 | 302.9 |
| Items affecting comparability: | ||||||
| Advertising revenue | - | -1.7 | - | -5.7 | - | -5.7 |
| Marketing costs | - | 2.5 | - | 8.9 | 0.2 | 9.1 |
| Consultant costs | - | -0.6 | - | 48.7 | - | 48.7 |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 128.5 | 102.3 | 359.3 | 270.4 | 443.9 | 355.0 |
| Net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 53.8% | 52.2% | 52.2% | 49.1% | 51.3% | 48.8% |
| Operating profit | 110.9 | 82.7 | 306.2 | 159.2 | 370.9 | 223.9 |
| Net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 |
| Operating margin, % | 46.4% | 42.2% | 44.5% | 28.9% | 42.9% | 30.8% |
| Jul-Sep | Jan-Sep | Last twelve months |
FY | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million, unless stated otherwise) | 2022 | 2021 | 2022 | 2021 | ending Sep 2022 |
2021 | |
| Net sales | 238.9 | 195.8 | 688.2 | 550.8 | 865.5 | 728.1 | |
| Revenue not arising from published listings | -61.1 | -58.1 | -183.8 | -182.1 | -240.6 | -238.8 | |
| Revenue from published listings | 177.8 | 137.7 | 504.4 | 368.7 | 624.9 | 489.3 | |
| Number of published listings, thousands | 52.2 | 52.1 | 162.5 | 158.6 | 202.2 | 198.4 | |
| ARPL, SEK | 3,404 | 2,642 | 3,105 | 2,326 | 3,090 | 2,467 | |
| Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | 298.4 | 362.5 | 298.4 | 362.5 | 298.4 | 277.9 | |
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 0.7 | 5.7 | 0.7 | 5.7 | 0.7 | 5.2 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents, including current interest-bearing securities |
124.0 | 112.5 | 124.0 | 112.5 | 124.0 | 94.5 | |
| Net debt | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 188.6 | |
| EBITDA, LTM | 443.7 | 261.6 | 443.7 | 261.6 | 443.7 | 302.9 | |
| Net debt/ LTM EBITDA, times | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.6 | |
| Net debt | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 255.7 | 175.1 | 188.6 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA, LTM | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 355.0 | |
| Net debt/ LTM adjusted EBITDA, times | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.8 | 0.4 | 0.5 | |
| Equity | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1,457.4 | 1,516.9 | |
| Total assets | 2,152.8 | 2,208.1 | 2,152.8 | 2,208.1 | 2,152.8 | 2,133.5 | |
| Equity/Assets ratio, % | 67.7% | 66.4% | 67.7% | 66.4% | 67.7% | 71.1% | |
| Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | 298.4 | 362.5 | 298.4 | 362.5 | 298.4 | 277.9 | |
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 0.7 | 5.7 | 0.7 | 5.7 | 0.7 | 5.2 | |
| Total interest-bearing liabilities | 299.1 | 368.2 | 299.1 | 368.2 | 299.1 | 283.1 | |
| Equity | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1,457.4 | 1,466.9 | 1,457.4 | 1,516.9 | |
| Debt/Equity ratio, times | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.2 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA, LTM | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 355.0 | |
| Decrease / (Increase) in net working capital, LTM | 28.4 | 4.2 | 28.4 | 4.2 | 28.4 | -3.3 | |
| Capital expenditures, LTM | -11.4 | -8.3 | -11.4 | -8.3 | -11.4 | -7.0 | |
| Free cash flow, LTM | 460.9 | 314.3 | 460.9 | 314.3 | 460.9 | 344.7 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA, LTM | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 318.4 | 443.9 | 355.0 | |
| Cash conversion, % | 103.8% | 98.7% | 103.8% | 98.7% | 103.8% | 97.1% |
Definitions
Alternative Performance Measures (APMs) are financial measures of historical or future financial performance, financial position or cash flows that are not defined in applicable accounting regulations (IFRS). These measures are not directly comparable to similar key ratios presented by other companies.
Average revenue per published listing, calculated as revenue from home sellers published listings including related value-added products during the period, in relation to the number of published listings during the period.
This measure enables comparison of profitability over time, regardless of depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets, and independent of taxes and the company's financing structure. The measure is also adjusted
The measure reflects the business's operating profitability before depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets. The measure is an important component, together with net sales growth, to follow the company's value creation. The measure is also adjusted for the impact of items affecting comparability to increase comparability over time.
| Alternative key ratio | Definition |
|---|---|
| ARPL (average revenue per published listing) |
value-added products during the period, in relation to the number of published listings during the period. It is a measure that shows the company's earning capacity per published listing. |
| Adjusted EBITDA | EBITDA adjusted for items affecting comparability. for the impact of items affecting comparability to increase comparability over time. |
| Adjusted EBITDA-margin | Adjusted EBITDA in relation to net sales. |
| Cash conversion | with the exception of interest-related cash flows. |
| Debt/Equity ratio | Interest-bearing liabilities in relation to total equity. |
| EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation) |
Free cash flow in relation to adjusted EBITDA. Free cash flow is defined as adjusted EBITDA, adjusted for changes in working capital and reduced with investments in tangible and intangible assets. The measure is always calculated for the last twelve month period.
This measure shows the percentage of profit that is converted into cash flow. The purpose is to analyse what percentage of earnings can be converted into cash and cash equivalents and, in the longer term, the opportunity for investments, acquisitions and dividends,
The measure shows the relation between the Company's two forms of financing. The measure shows how large a share the debt financing has in relation to the owners' invested capital. The measure reflects the financial strength, but also the leverage effect of the debt. A higher debt/equity ratio means a higher financial risk and a higher financial leverage on invested capital.
Operating profit plus depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets.
The measure enables comparison of profitability over time, regardless of depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets, as well as independent of taxes and the company's financing structure.
The measure reflects the business's operating profitability before depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets. The measure is an important component, together with net sales growth, to follow the company's value creation.
The measure reflects the Company's financial position. A high equity/assets ratio provides a readiness to be able to handle periods of weak economic growth. At the same time, a higher equity/assets ratio creates a lower financial leverage.
| Alternative key ratio | Definition |
|---|---|
| EBITDA-margin | EBITDA in relation to net sales. The measure reflects the business's operating profitability before depreciation of tangible and right-of-use assets as well as amortisation of intangible assets. The measure is an important component, together with net sales growth, to follow the company's value creation. |
| Equity/Assets ratio | Total equity in relation to total assets. The measure reflects the Company's financial position. A high equity/assets ratio provides a readiness to be able to handle periods of weak economic growth. At the same time, a higher equity/assets ratio creates a lower financial leverage. |
| Interest-bearing liabilities | Interest-bearing liabilities consists of debt to credit institutions and leasing debt. |
| Items affecting comparability | Items affecting comparability include revenue and expenses that do not arise regularly in the operating activities. A separate disclosure of items affecting comparability clarifies the development of the underlying business. |
| Net financial items | Financial income less financial expenses. The measure reflects the company's financial activities. |
| Net debt | Interest-bearing liabilities less cash and cash equivalents and current interest-bearing securities. Net debt is a measure used to follow the development of debt and the size of the refinancing need. Since cash and cash equivalents can be used to pay off debt at short notice, net debt is used instead of gross debt as a measure of the total loan financing. |
| Net debt/EBITDA Net debt/adjusted EBITDA |
Interest-bearing liabilities less cash and cash equivalents and current interest-bearing securities in relation to EBITDA or adjusted EBITDA. The measure is a debt ratio that shows how many years it would take to pay off the company's debt, provided that its net debt and EBITDA or adjusted EBITDA are constant and without taking into account the cash flows regarding interest, taxes and investments. |
| Operating margin | Operating profit/loss in relation to net sales. The measure reflects the operational profitability of the business. The measure is an important component, together with net sales growth, to follow the company's value creation. |
| Operating profit/loss | Total revenue less total operating expenses. The measure indicates the company's operation profit/loss before financing and taxes and is used to measure the profit generated by operating activities. |
| Profit margin | Net profit in relation to net sales. The measure indicates the company's profit after financing and taxes and is used to measure the profit generated by operating activities. |
Net debt is a measure used to follow the development of debt and the size of the refinancing need. Since cash and cash equivalents can be used to pay off debt at short notice, net debt is used instead of gross debt as a measure of the total loan financing.
Interest-bearing liabilities less cash and cash equivalents and current interest-bearing securities in relation to EBITDA or adjusted EBITDA.
The measure is a debt ratio that shows how many years it would take to pay off the company's debt, provided that its net debt and EBITDA or adjusted EBITDA are constant and without taking into account the cash flows regarding interest, taxes and investments.
The measure reflects the operational profitability of the business. The measure is an important component, together with
The measure indicates the company's profit after financing and taxes and is used to measure the profit generated by operating activities.
| (SEK million) | Q3 | Q4 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Net sales | 141.9 | 142.7 | 142.5 | 212.5 | 195.8 | 177.3 | 179.6 | 269.7 | 238.9 |
| Other operating income | 0.2 | 0.7 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.8 | 0.7 |
| Total revenue | 142.1 | 143.4 | 142.8 | 212.8 | 196.5 | 177.8 | 180.1 | 270.5 | 239.6 |
| Capitalised development | 0.9 | 1.4 | 2.6 | 1.2 | 0.3 | 0.5 | 2.5 | 2.9 | 1.3 |
| Other external costs | -57.2 | -64.1 | -80.3 | -96.9 | -62.0 | -60.7 | -59.0 | -86.8 | -79.2 |
| Personnel costs | -23.4 | -36.9 | -31.3 | -33.6 | -32.2 | -32.9 | -37.8 | -41.0 | -32.7 |
| Other operating expenses | -0.3 | -0.7 | -0.6 | -0.3 | -0.5 | -0.3 | -0.3 | -0.3 | -0.5 |
| EBITDA | 62.1 | 43.1 | 33.2 | 83.2 | 102.1 | 84.4 | 85.5 | 145.3 | 128.5 |
| Depreciation & amortisation | -19.4 | -19.6 | -19.6 | -20.3 | -19.4 | -19.7 | -17.7 | -17.8 | -17.6 |
| Operating profit | 42.7 | 23.5 | 13.6 | 62.9 | 82.7 | 64.7 | 67.8 | 127.5 | 110.9 |
| Net financial items | -6.1 | -5.5 | -5.2 | -16.8 | -2.2 | -1.6 | -1.6 | -1.2 | -1.4 |
| Profit before taxes | 36.6 | 18.0 | 8.4 | 46.1 | 80.5 | 63.1 | 66.2 | 126.3 | 109.5 |
| Taxes | -8.1 | -4.1 | -1.7 | -10.0 | -16.8 | -13.1 | -13.7 | -26.3 | -22.7 |
| Net profit for the period | 28.5 | 13.9 | 6.7 | 36.1 | 63.7 | 50.0 | 52.5 | 100.0 | 86.8 |
| Other comprehensive income | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Total comprehensive income for the period | 28.5 | 13.9 | 6.7 | 36.1 | 63.7 | 50.0 | 52.5 | 100.0 | 86.8 |
Consolidated quarterly financial information
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
The table below presents the Group's condensed financial performance for the last nine quarters.
| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (SEK million, unless stated otherwise) | Q3 | Q4 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 |
| Net sales | 141.9 | 142.7 | 142.5 | 212.5 | 195.8 | 177.3 | 179.6 | 269.7 | 238.9 |
| Net sales growth YoY, % | 27.4% | 22.7% | 23.6% | 47.4% | 38.0% | 24.2% | 26.0% | 26.9% | 22.0% |
| EBITDA | 62.1 | 43.1 | 33.2 | 83.2 | 102.1 | 84.4 | 85.5 | 145.3 | 128.5 |
| EBITDA margin, % | 43.8% | 30.2% | 23.3% | 39.2% | 52.1% | 47.6% | 47.6% | 53.9% | 53.8% |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 63.3 | 48.0 | 57.2 | 110.9 | 102.3 | 84.6 | 85.5 | 145.3 | 128.5 |
| Adjusted EBITDA margin, % | 44.6% | 33.6% | 40.1% | 52.2% | 52.2% | 47.7% | 47.6% | 53.9% | 53.8% |
| Operating profit | 42.7 | 23.5 | 13.6 | 62.9 | 82.7 | 64.7 | 67.8 | 127.5 | 110.9 |
| Operating margin, % | 30.1% | 16.5% | 9.5% | 29.6% | 42.2% | 36.5% | 37.8% | 47.3% | 46.4% |
| Net profit for the period | 28.5 | 13.9 | 6.7 | 36.1 | 63.7 | 50.0 | 52.5 | 100.0 | 86.8 |
| Profit margin, % | 20.1% | 9.7% | 4.7% | 17.0% | 32.5% | 28.2% | 29.2% | 37.1% | 36.3% |
| ARPL (average revenue per published listing), SEK | 1,719 | 2,089 | 1,898 | 2,363 | 2,642 | 3,029 | 2,681 | 3,163 | 3,404 |
| Net debt | 465.4 | 415.1 | 407.5 | 332.1 | 255.7 | 188.6 | 121.5 | 77.9 | 175.1 |
| Net debt/EBITDA LTM, times | 2.5 | 2.2 | 2.2 | 1.5 | 1.0 | 0.6 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Net debt/ Adjusted EBITDA (LTM), times | 2.4 | 2.1 | 1.8 | 1.2 | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Debt/Equity ratio, times | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.2 | 0.1 | 0.1 | 0.2 |
| Equity/Assets ratio, % | 56.4% | 56.9% | 56.7% | 62.8% | 66.4% | 71.1% | 73.8% | 72.5% | 67.7% |
| Cash conversion, % | 90.8% | 97.2% | 106.9% | 96.9% | 98.7% | 97.1% | 101.8% | 102.5% | 103.8% |
| Number of published listings during the period, thousand | 49.5 | 40.4 | 44.0 | 62.5 | 52.1 | 39.8 | 45.7 | 64.5 | 52.2 |
| Number of employees at period end | 104 | 108 | 111 | 115 | 113 | 112 | 121 | 121 | 124 |
Group key ratios by quarter
For further information, please contact:
Interim CFO Jens Melin Phone: +46 709 99 33 59 Email: [email protected]
IR Manager Nick Lundvall Phone: +46 761 45 21 78 Email: [email protected]
Financial calendar
27 January, 2023 Year-end report 2022 26 April, 2023 Interim report, Q1 2023 27 April, 2023 Annual general meeting 2023
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Contact
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Presentation of the interim report
Hemnet invites analysts, investors and media to participate in the results presentation of the second quarter on 20 October, 2022 at 10:00 CET. The results will be presented by CEO Cecilia Beck-Friis and interim CFO Jens Melin. The presentation will be held in English, followed by a Q&A session. Participants are welcome to join via the link or phone, see details below.
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