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Immobel NV — Audit Report / Information 2022
Mar 9, 2023
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IMMOBEL FULL-YEAR RESULTS 2022
SOLID RESULTS CONFIRM RESILIENT BUSINESS MODEL DESPITE CHALLENGING MARKET ENVIRONMENT
Immobel delivered solid 2022 financial results despite challenging geopolitical and macroeconomic environments. The underlying net profit reached EUR 54.5 million. The underlying return on equity stood at 9.5%. EBITDA reached EUR 68.6 million.
Like most real estate companies, in 2022 Immobel was impacted by the geopolitical context and macroeconomic headwinds. These have led to rapidly increasing interest rates, increased construction costs as well as procurement issues for key building materials – impacting construction speed. In the face of these challenges, the company shifted its focus from growth to operational excellence, reducing its overhead costs by 30% as of 2024. Together with Immobel's healthy balance sheet – with a cash position of EUR 276 million – this strategy enabled the company to weather current market conditions and provide a solid foundation for the future.
HIGHLIGHTS
- The underlying net profit1 reached EUR 54.5 million, down from EUR 92.2 million in 2021, which was a record year for the company. The underlying ROE2 stood at 9.5%. EBITDA3 totalled EUR 68.6 million, vs 103.8 million in 2021.
- Operating income (incl. joint ventures and associates)4 reached EUR 410 million. Sales of residential projects remained strong in Belgium and Poland. Other markets were more challenging. 2022 saw a slowdown in residential demand, due to rising interest rates and overall macroeconomic headwinds. The sales of prime office assets also contributed significantly to the financial performance. These include the Cours Saint-Michel site in Etterbeek (Brussels, Belgium)5 . The company also witnessed strong rental activity for its office business.
- As part of its focus on operational efficiency, Immobel will reduce its yearly overhead costs by EUR 15 million as of 2024 mainly by limiting its exposure to the development of small residential projects in France as well as transferring its real estate investment management activity from London to Brussels. It also encompassed toning down its acquisition strategy during the second half of 2022.
- An impairment loss of goodwill of EUR 43.8 million was recorded in 2022 reflecting the strategy to shift our focus from the development of small residential projects located in the suburban areas of Paris, to the development of mixed-use projects located in the centre of the capital. Including impairment loss, the net profit group share reached EUR 10.7 million.
- Real estate investment management remains part of Immobel's strategy. However, given the challenges related to the current economic context, the company has decided to close its dedicated platform in London (Immobel Capital Partners) early 2023 and further pursue this activity from Brussels.
- In Germany, the Eden Tower (Frankfurt) project which is currently being completed has recorded significantly higher construction costs than expected, leading to a negative impact on the net profit.
- Final permits obtained for projects with a total GDV (Gross Development Value)6 of EUR 412 million. Immobel's total gross development value remained stable compared with 2021, at EUR 5.7 billion.
- A conservative balance sheet and a cash position of EUR 276 million provide Immobel with a strong financial footing, enabling the company to weather the tough market and pursue the development of its existing portfolio.
- In June 2022, Immobel successfully placed green notes for a total of EUR 125 million, underlining the trust in the company as well as our ability to deliver on our commitments.
- A gross dividend of EUR 3.05 per share will be proposed at the General Meeting on 20 April 2023.
Financial performance driven by prime office assets
In 2022, the total sales value of our sold assets reached EUR 473 million. This figure can be broken down into EUR 318 million for residential properties and EUR 155 million for offices. The company also witnessed strong rental activity for its office business.
- In Belgium, sales of residential assets remained solid, especially the O'Sea, Slachthuis, Ilôt Saint-Roch and Lalys projects. Prime office assets were also key contributors to sales, including the Cours Saint-Michel site in Etterbeek (Brussels) ; Commerce 467 , a BREEAM Outstanding and CO2 neutral building in the European Quarter in Brussels; and The Woods8 , a 10,000 m² modern redevelopment located in Hoeilaart, Flemish Brabant.
- As part of Immobel's focus on operational efficiency, in France the company is limiting its exposure to small residential projects located in the outskirts of Paris and its suburban areas in order to focus on (high-margin) mixed developments located in the centre of Paris. The delay of the sales process of the St Antoine office project impacted sales negatively in this country.
- In Poland, the Granary Island residential project in Gdansk was nearly fully sold in 2022. Next to the higher costs incurred related to the Eden Tower (Frankfurt) project, sales in Luxembourg and Germany were negatively impacted by lower demand for residential projects and the delayed start of construction.
Permitting – key projects moving forward
Although the company faces substantial delays in obtaining permits for some of its mixed-use residential developments, other key projects are moving forward. Final permits were obtained for new projects with a total GDV (Gross Development Value) of EUR 412 million last year. This was slightly lower than expected mainly due to the annulment of the land use plan for our RAC4 project in Brussels by the Council of State, in December.
- Neighbourhood information and co-creation play a significant role in the redesigned Brouck'R project for which Immobel and BPI Real Estate submitted a modified building permit request in October.
- In the summer, Immobel submitted a building permit request to transform the Proximus Towers9 into a liveable, future-oriented and inclusive place. The plans are part of the new vision of the Brussels Region to transform the North District, including the North Quarter, into an accessible, safe, and connecting neighbourhood for all its residents and users.
- In July, Immobel acquired the Commodore project (11,000 m²) in Evere (Brussels, Belgium). The project, with final permit, consists in the redevelopment of a former office site into 115 quality apartments surrounded by green.
Focus on high quality of project portfolio
Immobel's total gross development value remained stable compared with 2021, at EUR 5.7 billion, as the sale of assets offset acquisitions.
During the first half of 2022, Immobel conducted several successful and impactful new acquisitions, including the Proximus Towers (see above).
During the second half of 2022, Immobel toned down its acquisition strategy to align it with the evolving macroeconomic environment and the existing pipeline.
Healthy balance sheet
Despite the challenging economic conditions, the company has maintained a strong liquidity, with a cash position of EUR 275.9 million and a gearing ratio10 of only 53.0%. The net debt11 reached EUR 626.6 million at the end of last year. The company's financial footing gives it the flexibility and agility to face the current headwinds and pursue the development of its existing portfolio.
Maintaining our dividend policy
A gross dividend of EUR 3.05 per share will be proposed at the General Meeting of Immobel, which will be held on 20 April 2023.
Annual Report 2022
The full Annual Financial Report 2022, including Immobel's Financial and ESG Reports, will be available on the website as from 17 March 2023.
1 Net profit group share before impairment loss.
2 ROE (Return on Equity) refers to the net profit group share divided by the equity group share at the beginning of the year. Underlying ROE refers to the return on equity before impairment loss.
3 EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Depreciation and Amortisation) refers to the operating result before amortisation, depreciation and impairment of assets (as included in Administration Costs).
4 Represents operating income in internal view (i.e. external view figures before the application of IFRS 11). Operating income in external view (i.e. official IFRS reported figures of the company) reached EUR 244 million.
5 Through the sale of 100% of the shares of CSM Properties SA/NV.
6 Sales value or gross development value: total expected future turnover (group share) of a project or all projects in the current portfolio (including projects subject to conditions precedent for which the management judges there is a high likelihood of closing.
7 Through the sale of 100% of the shares of Michael Ostlund Property S.A.
8 Through the sale of the shares of the companies owning and operating the property.
9 In March 2022, Immobel (and a number of SPV's controlled by Immobel) and Proximus entered into binding agreements regarding the sale and redevelopment of the Proximus headquarters.
10 Gearing ratio is calculated by dividing net debt by the sum of net debt and equity group share with goodwill subtracted from equity group share.
11 Net debt refers to the outstanding non-current and current financial debt offset by the cash and cash equivalents.
Financial calendar 2023 2023 General Meeting 20 April 2023 Publication of the 2023 half year results 14 September 2023
The statutory auditor, KPMG Bedrijfsrevisoren - Réviseurs d'Entreprises, represented by Filip De Bock, has confirmed that the audit procedures, which have been substantially completed, have not revealed any material misstatement in the accounting information included in the Company's press release.
For further details:
Karel Breda* Chief Financial Officer +32 (0)2 422 53 50 [email protected] *as a representative of KB Financial Services BV
About Immobel: Immobel is the largest listed real estate developer in Belgium. The Group, which dates back to 1863, creates high-quality, future-proof urban environments with a positive impact on the way people live, work and play, and specialises in mixed real estate. With a market capitalisation of about EUR 450 million1 and a portfolio of more than 1,500,000 m2 of project development in 7 countries (Belgium, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, Poland, France, Spain, Germany and the United Kingdom), Immobel occupies a leading position in the European real estate landscape. The group strives for sustainability in urban development. Furthermore, it uses part of its profits to support good causes in the areas of health, culture and social inclusion. Approximately 200 people work at Immobel.
For more information, please go to: www.immobelgroup.com
1 On 31 December 2022.
APPENDIX
A. Consolidated statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income (in thousand EUR) for the years ending
| APPENDIX A. Consolidated statement of profit and loss and other comprehensive income (in thousand EUR) for the years ending NOTES 31/12/2022 243 875 2 227 228 3 9 078 4 7 569 -293 573 5 -208 866 - 204 6 -84 503 6 -40 714 6 -43 789 -49 698 67 181 7 67 181 17 483 4 398 -4 272 103 -4 584 8 -4 355 13 128 9 -2 755 10 373 - 350 10 723 10 373 5 524 1 779 3 745 111 24 111 5 635 16 008 544 15 464 10 1,08 |
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| 31/12/2021 OPERATING INCOME 392 815 Revenues 379 509 Rental income 9 368 Other operating income 3 938 OPERATING EXPENSES -338 312 Cost of sales -311 066 Cost of commercialisation - 439 Administration costs -26 807 Administration costs - Others -26 807 Administration costs - Goodwill impairment OPERATING PROFIT 54 502 SALE OF SUBSIDIARIES 25 Gain (loss) on sales of subsidiaries 25 JOINT VENTURES AND ASSOCIATES 44 531 Share of result of joint ventures and associates, net of tax 44 531 OPERATING PROFIT AND SHARE OF RESULT OF ASSOCIATES AND JOINT VENTURES, NET OF 99 058 TAX Interest income 4 983 Interest expense -6 605 Other financial income 81 Other financial expenses -3 552 NET FINANCIAL COSTS -5 094 PROFIT BEFORE TAXES 93 964 Income taxes -1 619 PROFIT OF THE PERIOD 92 345 Share of non-controlling interests 195 SHARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO OWNERS OF THE COMPANY 92 150 PROFIT FOR THE PERIOD 92 345 Other comprehensive income - items that are or may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss - 820 Currency translation - 904 Cash flow hedging 84 Other comprehensive income - items that will not be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss 57 Actuarial gains and losses (-) on defined benefit pension plans 57 TOTAL OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME - 763 COMPREHENSIVE INCOME OF THE PERIOD 91 582 Share of non-controlling interests 112 SHARE ATTRIBUTABLE TO OWNERS OF THE COMPANY 91 470 EARNINGS PER SHARE (€) (BASIC/DILUTED) 9,25 |
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B. Consolidated statement of financial position (in thousands EUR)
| B. Consolidated statement of financial position (in thousands EUR) |
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|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | NOTES | 31/12/2022 | 31/12/2021 |
| NON-CURRENT ASSETS | 362 294 | 506 259 | |
| Intangible assets | 11 | 1 357 | 246 |
| Goodwill | 12 | 43 789 | |
| Property, plant and equipment | 13 | 4 122 | 2 793 |
| Right-of-use assets | 14 | 9 937 | 3 772 |
| Investment property | 15 | 67 686 | 173 999 |
| Investments in joint ventures and associates | 16 | 144 891 | 156 532 |
| Other investments | 1 015 | ||
| Advances to joint ventures and associates | 16 | 111 527 | 101 670 |
| Deferred tax assets | 17 | 21 733 | 21 292 |
| Cash guarantees and deposits | 1 041 | 1 151 | |
| CURRENT ASSETS | 1 385 733 | 1 178 890 | |
| Inventories | 18 | 985 726 | 698 623 |
| Trade receivables | 19 | 17 591 | 38 116 |
| Contract assets | 20 | 42 148 | 117 953 |
| Income Tax receivables | 988 | 1 369 | |
| Prepayments and other receivables | 21 | 56 217 | 36 240 |
| Advances to joint ventures and associates | 16 | 3 450 | 13 163 |
| Other current financial assets | 3 687 | 49 | |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 22 | 275 926 | 273 377 |
| TOTAL ASSETS | 1 748 027 | 1 685 149 | |
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | NOTES | 31/12/2022 | 31/12/2021 |
| TOTAL EQUITY | 23 | 573 140 | 582 919 |
| EQUITY ATTRIBUTABLE TO OWNERS OF THE COMPANY | 556 552 | 571 567 | |
| Share capital | 97 257 | 97 257 | |
| Retained earnings | 456 249 | 472 629 | |
| Reserves | 3 046 | 1 681 | |
| NON-CONTROLLING INTERESTS | 16 588 | 11 352 | |
| NON-CURRENT LIABILITIES | 744 480 | 535 104 | |
| Employee benefit obligations | 24 | 567 | 996 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 17 | 21 136 | 26 352 |
| Financial debts | 22 | 722 777 | 507 596 |
| Derivative financial instruments | 22 | 160 | |
| Employee benefit obligations | 24 | 567 | 996 | |
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| Deferred tax liabilities | 17 | 21 136 | 26 352 | |
| Financial debts | 22 | 722 777 | 507 596 | |
| Derivative financial instruments | 22 | 160 | ||
| CURRENT LIABILITIES | 430 408 | 567 126 | ||
| Provisions | 25 | 3 829 | 2 328 | |
| Financial debts | 22 | 179 723 | 359 094 | |
| Trade payables | 26 | 98 384 | 83 546 | |
| Contract liabilities | 27 | 51 485 | 21 969 | |
| Income Tax liabilities | 13 057 | 13 770 | ||
| Social debts, VAT and other tax payables | 20 021 | 16 430 | ||
| Accrued charges and other amount payable | 34 339 | 31 165 | ||
| Advances from joint venture and associates | 16 | 29 570 | 38 824 | |
| TOTAL EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | 1 748 027 | 1 685 149 | ||
C. Consolidated statement of cash flows (in thousands EUR) for the years ending
| C. Consolidated statement of cash flows (in thousands EUR) for the years ending | ||
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| NOTES | 31/12/2022 | 31/12/2021 (represented *) |
| Operating income | 243 875 | 392 815 |
| Operating expenses | -293 573 | -338 312 |
| Amortisation, depreciation and impairment of assets 11 |
50 078 | 4 584 |
| Change in provisions | 1 082 | 214 |
| CASH FLOW FROM OPERATIONS BEFORE CHANGES IN WORKING CAPITAL | 1 462 | 59 301 |
| Change in working capital 30 |
-64 453 | -60 379 |
| CASH FLOW FROM OPERATIONS BEFORE PAID TAXES | -62 991 | -1 078 |
| Paid taxes 9 |
-8 327 | -6 251 |
| CASH FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES | -71 318 | -7 329 |
| Acquisitions of intangible, tangible and other investments | -4 762 | -8 845 |
| Sale of intangible, tangible and other investments | 54 | 4 207 |
| Repayment of capital and advances by joint ventures 16 |
83 680 | 86 557 |
| Acquisitions, capital injections and loans to joint ventures and associates 16 |
-40 233 | -45 612 |
| Dividends received from joint ventures and associates 16 |
43 587 | 8 034 |
| Interests received | 4 398 | 4 983 |
| Disposal of subsidiaries 16 |
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| CASH FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES | 86 724 | 49 324 |
| Proceeds from financial debts 22 |
405 473 | 258 113 |
| Repayment of financial debts 22 |
-369 663 | -143 372 |
| Change of ownership interests without change of control | -4 365 | |
| Paid interests 8 |
-19 728 | -15 456 |
| Other financing cash flows | 1 513 | -3 471 |
| Proceeds from sale of treasury shares | 117 | 16 417 |
| Gross dividends paid | -30 409 | -28 907 |
| CASH FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES | -17 062 | 83 324 |
| NET INCREASE OR DECREASE (-) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS | -1 656 | 125 319 |
| CHANGE OF SCOPE OR CONSOLIDATION METHOD | 4 205 | |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT THE BEGINNING OF PERIOD | 273 377 | 148 059 |
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT THE END OF PERIOD | 275 926 | 273 377 |
(*) Interest received has been transferred from the section "Cash from Operating activities" to "Cash from investment activities". Paid interest and other financing cash flow has been transferred from the section "Cash from Operating activities" to "Cash from financing activities".