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SAAB Interim / Quarterly Report 2014

Apr 25, 2014

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INTERIM REPORT JANUARY–MARCH 2014

OPPORTUNITIES IN A CHALLENGING MARKET

CEO Comment: Håkan Buskhe

During the first quarter of 2014 the market situation remained challenging. At the same time we see a growing interest in Saab's offer globally and possibilities for our high-tech and cost-effective solutions. As an example, we have for several years grown within the naval domain and during the first quarter the ambition to expand operations further was announced. After the end of the first quarter, Saab entered into a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions AG concerning the acquisition of ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems AB (former Kockums). An acquisition should meet Sweden's need for an industrial solution concerning design, production and maintenance of submarines and warships.

The global market's interest in Gripen is growing. The development of the next generation Gripen is on track and Gripen E will be delivered to Sweden starting in 2018. Meanwhile, negotiations with Brazil regarding Gripen are progressing and both parties' ambition is to sign an agreement during 2014.

On May 18th, a referendum in Switzerland will be held concerning the procurement of Gripen E. As part of our efforts to fulfil industrial cooperation commitments in Switzerland, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed with Swiss aircraft manufacturer Pilatus regarding the possible development of trainer aircrafts for the Swedish Air Force.

Order bookings during the first quarter decreased compared to the same period in 2013, which can be accredited to the development orders for the Gripen E received during the first quarter amounting to SEK 13.2 billion. The business area Dynamics continues to show a decreasing order intake due to delays in procurement processes. At the same time, Saab's manportable weapon system Carl-Gustaf was chosen to be a Program of Record within the US Army light infantry units. This confirms Carl-Gustaf's world-leading position.

Sales amounted to MSEK 5,280, an organic decrease of 9 per cent compared to 2013. Currency effects had a negative impact of one per cent.

The operating income amounted to MSEK 270 (396) and the operating margin was 5.1 per cent (6.8).

The business area Electronic Defence Systems showed a loss for the quarter due to costs taken for efficiency measures and continued investments in the development of radar and sensor technology.

Implementation of the efficiency measures initiated in 2013 progressed according to plan. After the 2013 year-end, the number of FTE's has decreased by approximately 300.

The operational cash flow was negative as a result of high activity levels in larger projects and few milestone payments during the quarter.

Earnings per share after dilution amounted to SEK 1.63 (2.46).

I note that Saab stands strong and continues to develop. The expansion within the naval domain strengthens Saab's position as a comprehensive supplier of defence and security solutions in the global market.

OUTLOOK STATEMENT 2014:

• In 2014, we estimate that sales will be in line with 2013.

• The operating margin in 2014, excluding material non-recurring items, is expected to be somewhat higher than the operating margin in 2013, excluding material non-recurring items. Excluding material non-recurring items, the operating margin was 6.6 per cent in 2013.

Financial Highlights

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 4,078 18,865 -78 49,809
Order backlog 58,608 47,059 25 59,870
Sales 5,280 5,862 -10 23,750
Gross income 1,361 1,612 -16 6,328
Gross margin, % 25.8 27.5 26.6
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 476 644 -26 2,367
EBITDA margin, % 9.0 11.0 10.0
Operating income (EBIT) 270 396 -32 1,345
Operating margin, % 5.1 6.8 5.7
Net income 176 262 -33 742
Earnings per share before dilution, SEK 1.64 2.54 6.98
Earnings per share after dilution, SEK 1.63 2.46 6.79
Return on equity, %1) 5.5 13.3 6.3
Free cash flow2) -316 -325 -1,460
Free cash flow per share after dilution, SEK -2.95 -2.98 -13.38

1) The return on equity is measured over a rolling 12-month period.

2) As of 1 January 2014, free cash flow is reported for the Group. It was previously named operating cash flow.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11). See note 13. Where applicable, comparative numbers for 2013 for some business areas have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14. The latter has no impact on the Group as a whole.

Saab's operations are divided into six business areas for control and reporting purposes: Aeronautics, Dynamics, Electronic Defence Systems, Security and Defence Solutions, Support and

Orders and Sales

Orders

January–March 2014

Orders received during the first quarter 2014 included an order from the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV) for support and maintainenance of Gripen for the Swedish Armed Forces throughout 2014. The order comprises support and maintenance operations and ensures the continued operation of Gripen in Sweden, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Thailand.

The Finnish Defence Forces ordered combat training systems, including support for seven years starting in 2014.

A three-year contract for support and service of weapon simulators was signed with the UK Ministry of Defence. Since 1994, Saab has supplied operational support to the Direct Fire Weapon Effects Simulator (DFWES) system designed to enable live collective Battle Group training in the UK, Canada and on a smaller scale in Germany.

Services and the independent business area Combitech.

In addition, Corporate comprises Group staff and departments as well as secondary opera-

Brazil ordered RBS 70 VSHORAD (Very Short Range Air Defence System) for the Brazilian army. The order comprises deliveries of manportable launchers, missiles and associated equipment. The systems are for example intended to protect Brazil's strategic infrastructure, and would be employed in protection of major upcoming events, including the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

For a detailed list of major orders received during the first quarter of 2014, see note 3, page 23.

In all, 72 per cent (94) of order bookings were attributable to defence-related operations and 70 per cent (21) were attributable to customers outside Sweden.

During the first quarter of 2014, index and price changes had a negative effect on order bookings of MSEK 21 compared to MSEK 9 during the same period in 2013.

Orders received, where the total order value exceeded MSEK 100, represented 36 per tions. It also includes the leasing fleet of Saab 340.

cent (86) of total order bookings. The order backlog at the 2013 year-end amounted to MSEK 58,608, compared to MSEK 59,870 at the beginning of the year.

Order backlog duration

  • 2014: SEK 15.4 billion
  • 2015: SEK 10.7 billion
  • 2016: SEK 7.8 billion
  • 2017: SEK 5.1 billion
  • After 2017: SEK 19.6 billion

Sales

January–March 2014

During 2014, sales decreased by 10 per cent compared to the first quarter of 2013. Acquisitions had no material impact on sales, while currency effects had a negative impact of 1 per cent.

Sales in markets outside Sweden amounted to MSEK 2,762 (3,271), or 52 per cent (56) of total sales. 79 per cent (81) of sales were related to the defence market.

Order bookings by Market Region

Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, %
1,215 14,923 -92
1,424 877 62
119 105 13
633 1,059 -40
474 1,689 -72
130 151 -14
83 61 36
4,078 18,865 -78

Sales by Market Region

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, %
Sweden 2,518 2,591 -3
EU excluding Sweden 845 914 -8
Rest of Europe 88 119 -26
Americas 456 715 -36
Asia 1,009 1,022 -1
Africa 170 178 -4
Australia, etc. 194 323 -40
Total 5,280 5,862 -10

Sales by Market Segment

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, %
Air 2,522 2,767 -9
Land 1,108 1,515 -27
Naval 629 507 24
Civil Security 483 535 -10
Commercial Aeronautics 380 346 10
Other 158 192 -18
Total 5,280 5,862 -10

27.5 26.2 25.8

Jan-Mar 2011 Jan-Mar 2012 Jan-Mar 2013 Jan-Mar 2014

Income

January–March 2014

The gross margin in the first quarter of 2014 decreased to 25.8 per cent (27.5), compared to the same period 2013, mainly as a result of a different project and product mix.

The implementation of the efficiency measures initiated in 2013 progressed according to plan.

Total depreciation and amortisation amounted to MSEK 210 (257). Depreciation of tangible fixed assets amounted to MSEK 93 (93), while depreciation of the leasing fleet amounted to MSEK 4 (9).

Internally funded expenditures in research and development (R&D) amounted to MSEK 320 (355), of which a total of MSEK 36 (12) was capitalised. During the first quarter of 2014 capitalisation was at a higher level than during the same period in 2013 as a result of received orders for technology within the radar and sensor technology area. A large proportion of investments were made within this area during the first quarter of 2014.

Amortisation of intangible fixed assets amounted to MSEK 113 (155), of which amortisation of capitalised development expenditures amounted to MSEK 79 (115).

The share of income in associated companies amounted to MSEK -1 (-2).

The operating income amounted to

MSEK 270 (396) with an operating margin of 5.1 per cent (6.8).

During the first quarter of 2014 and in 2013, reversal of risk provisions related to Saab's leasing fleet of turbo prop aircraft (SAL), contributed positively to the operating income. The positive contribution was slightly lower in 2014 than in 2013.

Business area Electronic Defence Systems made a loss for the quarter as costs related to efficiency measures were taken and investments were made in the development of radar and sensor technology.

Financial Net

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Financial net related
to pensions -14 -18
Net interest items -1 17
Currency gains/losses 9 -8
Other net financial items -29 -33
Total -35 -42

Financial net related to pensions is based on the current net pension liability.

Net interest items refer to return on liquid assets and short-term investments as well as interest expenses on short-term and long-term interest-bearing liabilities.

Currency gains/losses reported in financial net are related to hedges of the tender portfolio which are valued at fair value. Currency gains in the first quarter 2014 are mainly attributable to the closing of outstanding hedges as an order has been received.

Other net financial items consist of cost attributable to the programme for sales of accounts receivables, unrealised results from market valuation of short-term investments, project interest and other currency effects, for example changes related to liquid assets in currencies other than SEK.

In 2013, Saab invested MSEK 247 in the Indian company Pipavav Defence and Offshore Engineering Company Limited (PIPAVAV, ISIN: INE542F01012) through a, to Saab, directed new share issue. A combination of negative currency effects and share price development resulted in a value decline totalling MSEK 133 in 2013. During the first quarter of 2014, the decline has continued and an additional writedown of the investment amounting to MSEK 19 has been made.

Tax

Current and deferred taxes amounted to MSEK -59 (-92), equivalent to an effective tax rate of 25 per cent (26).

Return on Capital Employed and on Equity

The pre-tax return on capital employed was 8.3 per cent (14.2) and the after-tax return on equity was 5.5 per cent (13.3), both measured over a rolling 12-month period.

Earnings Per Share, SEK

The graph illustrates earnings per share after dilution.

Financial Position and Liquidity Financial position

At the end of March 2014, the net liquidity amounted to MSEK -34, a decrease of MSEK 847 during 2014 compared to yearend 2013.

Cash flow from operating activities amounted to MSEK -133. Provisions for pensions, excluding special employers' contribution, as of 31 March 2014 amounted to MSEK 1,927 compared to MSEK 1,389 in December 2013 and had a negative impact of MSEK 538 on net liquidity. The increase in provisions was mainly due to the decrease in the discount rate used in the valuation of pension obligations from 4.00 per cent to 3.50 per cent during the year.

For more information about the Group's defined benefit plans, see note 10, page 27.

Net liquidity was negatively impacted by net investments amounting to approximately MSEK 183 during the first quarter of 2014.

Currency exchange rate differences in liquid assets in addition to unrealised results from financial investments had a positive impact of MSEK 7 on net liquidity.

In 2009, Saab changed its view on the application of accounting principles for

development costs. As a result of this more conservative view, development costs are capitalised at a later stage in all projects and all capitalised development costs are amortised over a maximum period of ten years. Capitalised development costs have been reduced from MSEK 3,628 at the end of 2008 to MSEK 1,295 at the end of March 2014.

Inventories increased during the first quarter of 2014 due to higher activity levels in projects where milestone deliveries will be made later this year. Inventories are recognised after deducting utilised advances.

Capital expenditures

Gross capital expenditures in property, plant and equipment, amounted to MSEK 149 (88).

Investments in intangible assets amounted to MSEK 45 (27), of which MSEK 36 (12) related to capitalised product development and MSEK 9 (15) to other intangible assets.

Cash flow

As of 2014, operational cash flow is recognised by business area unlike before when free cash flow was reported by business area and called operating cash flow.

Cash flow from operating activities exclud-

ing taxes and other financial items amounted to MSEK -40 (-17) (see note 8, page 26).

Saab has an established programme to sell accounts receivable to strengthen its financial position and increase financial flexibility. As of 31 March 2014, net receivables of MSEK 630 were sold, compared to MSEK 555 on 31 December 2013. Hence, it had a positive impact on cash flow from operating activities of MSEK 75 in 2014.

The operational cash flow amounted to MSEK -168 (-132). It is defined as cash flow from operating activities, excluding taxes and other financial items, including acquisitions and divestments of intangible assets, tangible assets and lease assets. The somewhat lower level of operational cash flow in the first quarter of 2014 compared to 2013 is mainly attributable to timing differences in milestone payments.

Free cash flow amounted to MSEK -316 (-325).

For more detailed information about the free cash flow, see note 8, pages 25-26.

Financial Position Key Indicators and Liquidity

MSEK Jan-Mar 2014 Jan-Mar 2013 Change Jan-Dec 2013
Net liquidity 1) -34 1,788 -1,822 813
Intangible fixed assets 6,273 6,687 -414 6,340
Goodwill 4,606 4,556 50 4,605
Capitalised development costs 1,295 1,643 -348 1,338
Other intangible fixed assets 372 488 -116 397
Tangible fixed assets, etc. 2) 3,674 3,758 -84 3,763
Inventories 5,020 4,490 530 4,563
Accounts receivable 2,377 3,087 -710 3,295
Other receivables 3,701 2,493 1,208 3,727
Accrued revenues 3) 3,246 2,075 1,171 3,074
Advance payments from customers 729 830 -101 818
Equity/assets ratio, (%) 44.4 41.5 44.0
Return on equity, (%) 4) 5.5 13.3 6.3
Equity per share, SEK 5) 110.47 110.81 -0.34 114.04

1) The Group's net liquidity refers to liquid assets, short-term investments and interest-bearing receivables less interest-bearing liabilities and provisions for pensions excluding provisions for pensions attributable to special employers' contribution. For a detailed break-down of interest-bearing receivables and interest-bearing liabilities, see note 6, page 23.

2) Including tangible fixed assets, lease assets, biological assets and investment properties.

3) Amounts due from customers (long-term customer contracts according to the percentage of completion method).

4) The return on equity is measured over a rolling 12-month period.

5) Number of shares excluding treasury shares; 2014 Mar: 106,494,139; 2013 Mar: 105,934,201; 2013 Dec: 106,414,144.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

AERONAUTICS

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 631 10,833 -94 29,677
Order backlog 33,167 20,373 63 34,113
Sales 1,577 1,765 -11 6,869
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 133 153 -13 603
EBITDA margin, % 8.4 8.7 8.8
Operating income (EBIT) 118 116 2 456
Operating margin, % 7.5 6.6 6.6
Operational cash flow -184 -442 -227
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 83/17 87/13 83/17
No. of FTEs 3,179 3,021 5 3,210

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3.

ORDERS RECEIVED

  • Order bookings in the first quarter of 2014 included an order from FMV for services regarding performance-based support and maintenance of Gripen during 2014.
  • Order bookings within business unit Aerosructures increased as Airbus received more orders for A380 and Boeing received orders for the B787, Dreamliner.
  • During 2013, several orders were received concerning the Gripen E programme, of which SEK 10.3 billion was attributable to the business area during the first quarter.
  • Orders received, where the order sum exceeded MSEK 100, represented 63 per cent (99) of total order bookings.

SALES, INCOME AND MARGIN

• The activity level within Gripen E remained high.

  • Sales decreased during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013 as the first quarter of 2013 included invoicing of previ-
  • ously generated costs. • The operating margin increased during the first quarter of 2014 compared to 2013, mainly due to efficient project execution and decreased amortisations.
  • Markets outside Sweden accounted for 24 per cent (23) of sales.

CASH FLOW

• Operational cash flow was negative due to a higher activity level in large projects and few milestone payments during the quarter.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's decreased in the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, as a result of a lower activity level in the Gripen C/D operations.

DYNAMICS

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 449 753 -40 3,345
Order backlog 4,278 4,632 -8 4,548
Sales 716 877 -18 3,566
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 43 95 -55 428
EBITDA margin, % 6.0 10.8 12.0
Operating income (EBIT) 28 84 -67 366
Operating margin, % 3.9 9.6 10.3
Operational cash flow 105 241 461
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 86/14 86/14 88/12
No. of FTEs 1,451 1,546 -6 1,523

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3. Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14.

ORDERS RECEIVED

  • Due to challenging market conditions, order bookings were lower in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013.
  • During the quarter, an order for RBS 70 VSHO-RAD (Very Short Range Air Defence) was received from the Brazilian army.
  • Orders received, where the order sum exceeded MSEK 100, represented 0 per cent (59) of total order bookings.

SALES, INCOME AND MARGIN

  • Sales decreased in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013 as a result of lower order bookings in 2013.
  • The operating margin was lower during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013, as a result of lower activity levels.
  • Markets outside Sweden accounted for 81 per cent (85) of sales.

CASH FLOW

• Operational cash flow was at a lower level in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013, due to fewer and lower milestone payments.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's decreased in the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, as a result of the efficiency measures implemented in 2013 which included downsizing, mainly at the production unit in Karlskoga, Sweden.

ELECTRONIC DEFENCE SYSTEMS

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 938 3,693 -75 7,587
Order backlog 9,129 8,764 4 9,171
Sales 974 1,151 -15 4,560
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 68 111 -39 373
EBITDA margin, % 7.0 9.6 8.2
Operating income (EBIT) -36 -12 -115
Operating margin, % -3.7 -1.0 -2.5
Operational cash flow -401 129 116
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 96/4 98/2 97/3
No. of FTEs 2,559 2,546 1 2,588

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14.

ORDERS RECEIVED

  • Orders received in the first quarter of 2014 included orders for the weapon locating system ARTHUR.
  • During 2013, several orders were received concerning the Gripen E programme, of which SEK 3.2 billion was attributable to the business area during the first quarter.
  • Orders received, where the order sum exceeded MSEK 100, represented 38 per cent (72) of total order bookings.

SALES, INCOME AND MARGIN

  • Sales decreased in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013, mainly due to delays in large projects.
  • Markets outside Sweden accounted for 66 per cent (79) of sales.
  • The operating loss in the first quarter of 2014 was mainly due to investments in product development and additional costs attributable to efficiency measures.

CASH FLOW

• The operational cash flow was negative due to high activity levels in some projects and because milestone payments were lower during the quarter.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's decreased somewhat in the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, as a result of the ongoing efficiency measures.

SECURITY AND DEFENCE SOLUTIONS

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 1,321 925 43 4,736
Order backlog 5,666 5,899 -4 5,571
Sales 1,156 1,097 5 5,095
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 11 7 57 328
EBITDA margin, % 1.0 0.6 6.4
Operating income (EBIT) -12 -22 213
Operating margin, % -1.0 -2.0 4.2
Operational cash flow -136 -52 122
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 62/38 64/36 67/33
No. of FTEs 2,503 3,011 -17 2,843

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14.

ORDERS RECEIVED

  • Order bookings increased during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013, partly due to an order from the Finnish Defence Forces for combat training systems, including support for a duration of seven years starting 2014.
  • Also, a three-year contract was signed regarding support and service of weapon simulators used by the British army.
  • An order was received from FMV to study the prerequisites for a consolidated strategy to support the underwater domain in Sweden.
  • During the quarter, an order was received from Aeronautical Radio of Thailand (AEROTHAI) concerning upgrades and expansion of air surveillance systems.

• Orders received, where the order sum exceeded MSEK 100, represented 45 per cent (3) of total order bookings.

SALES, INCOME AND MARGIN

  • Sales increased during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013 as a result of a higher activity level mainly within the business unit Critical System and Communication Solutions.
  • Markets outside Sweden accounted for 76 per cent (78) of sales.
  • Operating income in the first quarter of 2014 was negative mainly due to lower profitability in the traffic management operations which was affected by lower sales because of the challenging market situation.

CASH FLOW

• Operational cash flow was negative due to timing differences between activity and milestone payments.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's decreased by 265 in the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, due to the deconsolidation of Saab Grintek Technologies (Pty) Ltd as of 31 March 2014.

SUPPORT AND SERVICES

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 737 2,725 -73 4,602
Order backlog 6,590 7,715 -15 6,683
Sales 839 871 -4 3,772
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 91 107 -15 517
EBITDA margin, % 10.8 12.3 13.7
Operating income (EBIT) 87 102 -15 498
Operating margin, % 10.4 11.7 13.2
Operational cash flow 404 -13 -149
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 78/22 75/25 79/21
No. of FTEs 1,725 1,846 -7 1,840

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14.

ORDERS RECEIVED

  • During the first quarter of 2014, an order was received from FMV regarding support and maintenance of Gripen. The order comprises support and maintenance operations and ensures the continued operation of Gripen in Sweden, the Czech Republic, Hungary and Thailand with focus on, for example, delivering technical documents, ground equipment and component maintenance.
  • During 2013, an order was received concerning the Gripen E programme, of which SEK 1.3 billion was attributable to the business area during the first quarter.
  • Orders received, where the order sum exceeded MSEK 100, represented 15 per cent (85) of total order bookings.

SALES, INCOME AND MARGIN

  • Markets outside Sweden accounted for 33 per cent (33) of sales.
  • The operating margin showed a slight decrease during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the first quarter of 2013 due to partial deliveries during 2013.

CASH FLOW

• The operational cash flow improved considerably during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period 2013, as a result of received milestone payments during the quarter.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's decreased during the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, as a result of the restructurings and individual solutions announced in 2013.

COMBITECH

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Change, % Jan–Dec 2013
Order bookings 418 424 -1 1,740
Order backlog 512 480 7 540
Sales 447 423 6 1,684
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs (EBITDA) 27 46 -41 157
EBITDA margin, % 6.0 10.9 9.3
Operating income (EBIT) 25 44 -43 148
Operating margin, % 5.6 10.4 8.8
Operational cash flow 57 78 162
Defence/Civil (% of sales) 60/40 56/44 59/41
No. of FTEs 1,358 1,316 3 1,345

For a description of the business area activities, see note 3.

Comparative numbers for 2013 have been restated following organisational and structural changes, see note 14.

SALES

• Sales increased slightly in the segment defence authorities and private companies within the defence industry during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013. • Markets outside Sweden accounted for

7 per cent (7) of sales.

INCOME AND MARGIN

• The operating income decreased during the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period in 2013, mainly due to lower utilisation of consultants.

CASH FLOW

• The operational cash flow was at a lower level in the first quarter of 2014 compared to the same period 2013 as a result of lower operating income.

EMPLOYEES

• The number of FTE's increased slightly during the first quarter of 2014, compared to year-end 2013, as a result of current recruitment efforts.

Corporate

Corporate reported operating income of MSEK 60 (84).

During the first quarters of 2014 and 2013 reversal of risk provisions, attributable to the remaining risks related to Saab's lease fleet of turboprop aircraft, contributed positively to the operating income. The positive impact was lower in 2014 than in 2013.

In 1997 Saab discontinued the manufacturing of turboprop aircraft. As of 31 March 2014, Saab has a lease fleet consisting of 23 (60) turboprop Saab 340 and Saab 2000 aircraft. Of the fleet, 17 (42) are financed through US leverage leases. Rents from these leases are insured through The Swedish Export Credits Guarantee Board, EKN. Six (18) aircraft are financed internally and recognised as assets in the balance sheet. Provisions in the balance sheet related to the leasing portfolio are deemed sufficient for the remaining risks. Saab estimates that the leasing portfolio will be phased out by 2015.

Acquisitions and divestments 2014

Saab's Annual General Meeting on 8 April 2014 approved an agreement where Saab has the right to, through Saab South Africa (Pty) Ltd ("Saab SA") divest its 70 per cent stake in the South African subsidiary Saab Grintek Technologies (Pty) Ltd ("SGT") to Imbani Holdings (Pty) Ltd ("Imbani"), a company controlled by Briss Mathabathe. Briss Mathabe is a member of the Board of Directors of Saab Grintek Defence (Pty) Ltd. Saab AB holds 95 per cent of the shares in Saab SA.

The purchase price for Saab SA's shares in SGT corresponds to an enterprise value of MZAR 108 (approx. MSEK 65) for 100 per cent of the shares. The company's total net asset value amounted to MZAR 73 (approx. MSEK 44) in March 2014. The company's operating income before taxes (EBT) 2012 amounted to MZAR 21 (approx. MSEK 13) and 2013 to MZAR 17 (approx. MSEK 10).

During the first quarter of 2014 , Imbani acquired 30 per cent of SGT from Freetel. This transaction meant that Saab and Imbani, through a new shareholders' agreement have a joint controlling influence of SGT and that Saab's shareholding as at closing date 31 March 2014 thereby is consolidated in the balance sheet with a capital share of MZAR 76 approx MSEK 46).

The deconsolidation of the operations resulted in a capital gain before taxes of

MZAR 20 (approx. MSEK 12), which is reported in the business area Security and Defence Solutions.

No other significant acquisitions or divestments were made during the first quarter of 2014.

Personnel and other Personnel (FTE's)

As of 31 March 2014, the Group had 13,804 employees, compared to 14,140 at the beginning of the year. The number of Full Time Equivalents (FTE's) at the end of the period was 13,561, compared to 14,122 at the beginning of the year. The decrease of FTE's is mainly related to the deconsilidation of the operations in the South African subsidiary Saab Grintek Technologies (Pty) Ltd with 265 FTE's and the result of efficiency measures being initiated in 2013.

Share repurchase

Saab held 2,656,205 treasury shares as of 31 March 2014 compared to 2,736,200 at year-end 2013. The Annual General Meeting on 8 April 2014 authorised the Board of Directors to repurchase up to 10 per cent of the shares of Saab to hedge the share matching plan and performance share plan.

Owners

According to SIS Ägarservice, Saab's largest shareholders as of 31 March 2014 were Investor AB, the Wallenberg foundations, Swedbank Robur Funds, AFA Insurance, Unionen, SEB Funds, SHB Funds, Nordea Funds, Norges Bank Investment Management and DFA funds (USA).

Risks and uncertainties

Saab's operations primarily involve the development, production and supply of technologically advanced hardware and software to customers around the world.

Projects generally entail significant investments, long periods of time and technological development or refinement of the product. In addition to customer and supplier relations, international operations involve joint ventures and collaborations with other industries in addition to the establishment of operations abroad.

Operations entail significant risk-taking in various respects. The key risk areas are political, operational and financial risks.

Various policies and instructions govern the management of significant risks. Saab conducts significant development projects and manages the associated risks.

For a general description of the risk areas, see pages 51-54 of the Annual Report 2013.

Other significant events January–March 2014

• In March, Saab announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Swiss company Pilatus. It concerns a cooperation to provide a PC-21 training solution for the Swedish Air Force if they decide to replace their SK 60.

For information regarding large orders received between January and March 2014, see page 2 and the comments regarding Business Areas on pages 5 to 7 and also note 3 on page 23.

Significant events after the conclusion of the period

  • The Annual General Meeting on 8 April decided on a dividend of SEK 4.50 per share (totalling MSEK 479) to shareholders and that the record date should be Friday, 11 April 2014. Payment of the dividend was made from Euroclear Sweden AB on Wednesday 16 April 2014.
  • ThyssenKrupp Industrial Solutions AG, a subsidiary of ThyssenKrupp AG, and Saab AB signed a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding concerning the sale of the Swedish shipyard ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems AB (formerly named Kockums), with operations in Malmö, Karlskrona and Muskö, to Saab AB. Both parties agree that during the negotiations phase, the integrity and the operating ability of ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems AB must be safeguarded. The transaction will be subject to regulatory approval. The negotiations between Saab AB and ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems AB are at an early stage and more information will follow.

Linköping, 25 April 2014

Håkan Buskhe President and CEO

CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT

MSEK Note Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Rolling 12-months Jan–Dec 2013
Sales 3 5,280 5,862 23,168 23,750
Cost of goods sold -3,919 -4,250 -17,091 -17,422
Gross income 1,361 1,612 6,077 6,328
Gross margin, % 25.8 27.5 26.2 26.6
Other operating income 45 29 220 204
Marketing expenses -484 -513 -2,053 -2,082
Administrative expenses -280 -263 -1,128 -1,111
Research and development costs -364 -458 -1,668 -1,762
Other operating expenses -7 -9 -255 -257
Share of income in associated companies -1 -2 26 25
Operating income (EBIT)1) 3 270 396 1,219 1,345
Operating margin, % 5.1 6.8 5.3 5.7
Share of income in associated companies - 1 -1 -
Financial income 22 18 66 62
Financial expenses -57 -61 -424 -428
Net financial items -35 -42 -359 -366
Income before taxes 235 354 860 979
Taxes -59 -92 -204 -237
Net income for the period 176 262 656 742
of which Parent Company's shareholders' interest 175 269 647 741
of which non-controlling interest 1 -7 9 1
Earnings per share before dilution, SEK2) 1.64 2.54 6.09 6.98
Earnings per share after dilution, SEK3) 1.63 2.46 5.95 6.79
1) Includes depreciation/amortisation and write-downs -210 -257 -1,000 -1,047
of which depreciation of leasing aircraft -4 -9 -20 -25
2) Average number of shares before dilution 106,454,142 105,932,515 106,255,514 106,125,107
3) Average number of shares after dilution 107,299,002 109,150,344 108,687,509 109,150,344

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

As of 2014, the dilution of number of shares is calculated based on the effects of all potential shares (Share Matching Plan and Performance Share Plan) that give rise to a dilution effect. Previously, a simplified method was used where the dilution effect was calculated based on all treasury shares.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

MSEK Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Rolling 12-months Jan–Dec 2013
Net income for the period 176 262 656 742
Other comprehensive income:
Items that will not be reversed in the income statement:
Revaluation of net pension obligations -681 439 135 1,255
Tax attributable to revaluation of net pension obligations 150 -97 -38 -285
Total -531 342 97 970
Items that may be reversed in the income statement:
Translation differences 26 -80 -26 -132
Net gain/loss on cash flow hedges -80 23 -358 -255
Tax attributable to net gain/loss on cash flow hedges 19 -4 82 59
Total -35 -61 -302 -328
Other comprehensive income/loss for the period -566 281 -205 642
Net comprehensive income/loss for the period -390 543 451 1,384
of which Parent Company's shareholders' interest -387 560 452 1,399
of which non-controlling interest -3 -17 -1 -15

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

QUARTERLY INCOME STATEMENT

MSEK Q1 2014 Q4 2013 Q3 2013 Q2 2013 Q1 2013 Q4 2012 Q3 2012 Q2 2012
Sales 5,280 7,279 4,723 5,886 5,862 7,306 4,899 6,232
Cost of goods sold -3,919 -5,426 -3,459 -4,287 -4,250 -5,031 -3,541 -4,236
Gross income 1,361 1,853 1,264 1,599 1,612 2,275 1,358 1,996
Gross margin, % 25.8 25.5 26.8 27.2 27.5 31.1 27.7 32.0
Other operating income 45 83 63 29 29 6 60 231
Marketing expenses -484 -565 -471 -533 -513 -640 -472 -622
Administrative expenses -280 -338 -219 -291 -263 -368 -280 -292
Research and development costs -364 -490 -380 -434 -458 -638 -401 -578
Other operating expenses -7 -19 9 -238 -9 -7 -3 -6
Share of income in associated companies -1 10 - 17 -2 27 - 1
Operating income (EBIT)1) 270 534 266 149 396 655 262 730
Operating margin, % 5.1 7.3 5.6 2.5 6.8 9.0 5.3 11.7
Share of income in associated companies - - -1 - 1 - 1 -
Financial income 22 15 16 13 18 31 42 37
Financial expenses -57 -189 -27 -151 -61 -55 -58 -35
Net financial items -35 -174 -12 -138 -42 -24 -15 2
Income before taxes 235 360 254 11 354 631 247 732
Taxes -59 -73 -62 -10 -92 -81 -78 -174
Net income for the period 176 287 192 1 262 550 169 558
of which Parent Company's shareholders' interest 175 281 189 2 269 549 167 572
of which non-controlling interest 1 6 3 -1 -7 1 2 -14
Earnings per share before dilution, SEK2) 1.64 2.64 1.78 0.02 2.54 5.19 1.58 5.42
Earnings per share after dilution, SEK3) 1.63 2.57 1.73 0.02 2.46 5.03 1.53 5.24
1) Includes depreciation/amortisation and write-downs -210 -278 -256 -256 -257 -279 -317 -296
of which depreciation of leasing aircraft -4 -2 -7 -7 -9 -10 -12 -15
2) Average number of shares before dilution 106,454,142 106,342,403 106,196,870 106,028,640 105,932,515 105,868,651 105,732,553 105,546,890
3) Average number of shares after dilution 107,299,002 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

2012 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for pensions (IAS 19).

As of 2014, the dilution of number of shares is calculated based on the effects of all potential shares (Share Matching Plan and Performance Share Plan) that give rise to a dilution effect. Previously, a simplified method was used where the dilution effect was calculated based on all treasury shares.

QUARTERLY CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

MSEK Q1 2014 Q4 2013 Q3 2013 Q2 2013 Q1 2013 Q4 2012 Q3 2012 Q2 2012
Net income for the period 176 287 192 1 262 550 169 558
Other comprehensive income:
Items that will not be reversed in the income statement:
Revaluation of net pension obligations -681 68 101 647 439 23 -462 -316
Tax attributable to revaluation of net pension
obligations 150 -24 -22 -142 -97 -22 121 83
Total -531 44 79 505 342 1 -341 -233
Items that may be reversed in the income statement:
Translation differences 26 28 -122 42 -80 -18 -214 99
Net loss on available-for-sale financial assets - 116 -53 -63 - - - -
Net gain/loss on cash flow hedges -80 -174 196 -300 23 -118 246 -184
Tax attributable to net gain/loss on cash flow hedges 19 39 -44 68 -4 61 -65 49
Total -35 9 -23 -253 -61 -75 -33 -36
Other comprehensive income/loss for the period -566 53 56 252 281 -74 -374 -269
Net comprehensive income for the period -390 340 248 253 543 476 -205 289
of which Parent Company's shareholders' interest -387 335 242 262 560 481 -203 305
of which non-controlling interest -3 5 6 -9 -17 -5 -2 -16

KEY RATIOS BY QUARTER

MSEK Q1 2014 Q4 2013 Q3 2013 Q2 2013 Q1 2013 Q4 2012 Q3 2012 Q2 2012
Equity/assets ratio (%) 44.4 44.0 44.6 42.4 41.5 39.0 38.4 37.6
Return on capital employed, % 1) 8.3 9.1 10.2 10.5 14.2 14.6 15.1 22.6
Return on equity, % 1) 5.5 6.3 8.8 8.7 13.3 12.8 12.2 20.7
Equity per share, SEK 2) 110.47 114.04 110.94 108.69 110.81 105.43 101.88 103.82
Free cash flow, MSEK -316 553 -940 -748 -325 264 -856 244
Free cash flow per share after dilution, SEK 3) -2.95 5.07 -8.61 -6.85 -2.98 2.42 -7.84 2.24
1) Measured over a rolling 12-month period
2) Number of shares excluding treasury shares 106,494,139 106,414,144 106,270,662 106,123,078 105,934,201 105,930,829 105,806,472 105,658,633
3) Average number of shares after dilution 107,299,002 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344 109,150,344

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

2012 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for pensions (IAS 19).

As of 2014, the dilution of number of shares is calculated based on the effects of all potential shares (Share Matching Plan and Performance Share Plan) that give rise to a dilution effect. Previously, a simplified method was used where the dilution effect was calculated based on all treasury shares.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

MSEK Note 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
ASSETS
Fixed assets
Intangible fixed assets 5 6,273 6,340 6,687
Tangible fixed assets 3,288 3,239 3,142
Lease assets 60 197 277
Biological assets 295 296 306
Investment properties 31 31 33
Shares in associated companies and joint ventures 440 367 762
Financial investments 275 295 195
Long-term receivables 10 122 122 111
Deferred tax assets 263 239 226
Total fixed assets 11,047 11,126 11,739
Current assets
Inventories 5,020 4,563 4,490
Derivatives 362 396 569
Tax receivables 108 62 35
Accounts receivable 2,377 3,295 3,087
Other receivables 3,701 3,727 2,493
Prepaid expenses and accrued income 1,015 854 1,011
Short-term investments 1,858 2,002 3,219
Liquid assets 8 1,154 1,764 1,887
Total current assets 15,595 16,663 16,791
TOTAL ASSETS 26,642 27,789 28,530

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION (CONT.)

MSEK Note 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Shareholders' equity
Parent Company's shareholders' interest 11,764 12,136 11,739
Non-controlling interest 69 91 90
Total shareholders' equity 11,833 12,227 11,829
Long-term liabilities
Long-term interest-bearing liabilities 6 1,081 1,095 101
Other liabilities 189 179 312
Provisions for pensions 10 2,326 1,680 2,447
Other provisions 910 1,043 1,254
Deferred tax liabilities 374 501 294
Total long-term liabilities 4,880 4,498 4,408
Current liabilities
Short-term interest-bearing liabilities 6 264 718 1,822
Advance payments from customers 729 818 830
Accounts payable 1,519 1,918 1,569
Derivatives 337 316 329
Tax liabilities 53 61 136
Other liabilities 703 839 723
Accrued expenses and deferred income 5,767 5,735 6,348
Provisions 557 659 536
Total current liabilities 9,929 11,064 12,293
Total liabilities 14,809 15,562 16,701
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 26,642 27,789 28,530

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY

MSEK Capital
stock
Other
capital
contributions
Net
result
of cash flow
hedges
Translation
reserve
Available
for-sale and
revaluation
reserve
Retained
earnings
Total
parent com
pany's share
holders'
interest
Non
controlling
interest
Total
share
holders'
equity
Opening balance, 1 January 2013 1,746 543 531 -226 11 8,563 11,168 112 11,280
Net comprehensive income for the period
January-March 2013
Transactions with shareholders:
26 -77 611 560 -17 543
Share matching plan
Acquisition and sale of non-controlling
11 11 11
interest
Closing balance, 31 March 2013
1,746 543 557 -303 11 9,185 11,739 -5
90
-5
11,829
Net comprehensive income for the period
April-December 2013
Transactions with shareholders:
Share matching plan
-211 -50 1,100
35
839
35
2 841
35
Dividend
Closing balance, 31 December 2013
1,746 543 346 -353 11 -477
9,843
-477
12,136
-1
91
-478
12,227
Opening balance, 1 January 2014 1,746 543 346 -353 11 9,843 12,136 91 12,227
Net comprehensive income for the period
January-March 2014
Transactions with shareholders:
-57 26 -356 -387 -3 -390
Share matching plan
Acquisition and sale of non-controlling
12 12 12
interest
Closing balance, 31 March 2014
1,746 543 289 -327 11 3
9,502
3
11,764
-19
69
-16
11,833

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

MSEK Note Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Jan–Dec 2013
Operating activities
Income after financial items 235 354 979
Adjustments for items not affecting cash flow 244 265 1,224
Income tax paid -98 -173 -368
Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital 381 446 1,835
Cash flow from changes in working capital
Increase(-)/Decrease(+) in inventories -489 -95 -147
Increase(-)/Decrease(+) in current receivables 761 -88 -1,346
Increase(+)/Decrease(-) in advance payments from customers -88 285 278
Increase(+)/Decrease(-) in other current liabilities -555 -750 -1,005
Increase(+)/Decrease(-) in provisions -143 -10 -277
Cash flow from operating activities -133 -212 -662
Investing activities
Investments in intangible fixed assets -9 -15 -44
Capitalised development costs -36 -12 -24
Investments in tangible fixed assets -149 -88 -543
Investments in lease assets - -1 -
Sale of tangible fixed assets 4 1 46
Sale of lease assets 62 - 81
Sale of and investments in short-term investments 8 148 722 1,936
Dividend from joint ventures - - 430
Sale of and investments in other financial assets 27 29 -238
Investments in operations and associated companies, net effect on liquidity 9 -38 - -68
Sale of group and associated companies, net effect on liquidity -18 - -
Cash flow from investing activities -9 636 1,576
Financing activities
Repayments of loans -469 -143 -1,100
Raising of loans - - 845
Dividend paid to Parent Company's shareholders - - -477
Dividend paid to non-controlling interest - - -1
Cash flow from financing activities -469 -143 -733
Cash flow for the period -611 281 181
Liquid assets at the beginning of the period 1,764 1,616 1,616
Exchange rate difference in liquid assets 1 -10 -33
Liquid assets at end of period 8 1,154 1,887 1,764

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11).

QUARTERLY INFORMATION

MSEK Q1
2014
Operating
margin
Q4
2013
Operating
margin
Q3
2013
Operating
margin
Q2
2013
Operating
margin
Sales
Aeronautics 1,577 1,996 1,391 1,717
Dynamics 716 1,183 535 971
Electronic Defence Systems 974 1,413 950 1,046
Security and Defence Solutions 1,156 1,650 1,060 1,288
Support and Services 839 1,168 802 931
Combitech 447 500 337 424
Corporate 1 - - -
Internal sales -430 -631 -352 -491
Total 5,280 7,279 4,723 5,886
Operating income
Aeronautics 118 7.5% 102 5.1% 117 8.4% 121 7.0%
Dynamics 28 3.9% 190 16.1% -36 -6.7% 128 13.2%
Electronic Defence Systems -36 -3.7% -71 -5.0% 25 2.6% -57 -5.4%
Security and Defence Solutions -12 -1.0% 124 7.5% 44 4.2% 67 5.2%
Support and Services 87 10.4% 153 13.1% 105 13.1% 138 14.8%
Combitech 25 5.6% 54 10.8% 17 5.0% 33 7.8%
Corporate 60 - -18 - -6 - -281 -
Total 270 5.1% 534 7.3% 266 5.6% 149 2.5%
MSEK Q1
2013
Operating
margin
Q4
2012
Operating
margin
Q3
2012
Operating
margin
Q2
2012
Operating
margin
Sales
Aeronautics 1,765 1,678 1,275 1,704
Dynamics 877 1,512 873 1,359
Electronic Defence Systems 1,151 1,182 805 1,108
Security and Defence Solutions 1,097 2,019 1,280 1,354
Support and Services 871 1,091 697 844
Combitech 423 439 299 361
Corporate - - - -
Internal sales -322 -615 -330 -498
Total 5,862 7,306 4,899 6,232
Operating income
Aeronautics 116 6.6% 125 7.4% 72 5.6% 84 4.9%
Dynamics 84 9.6% 233 15.4% 105 12.0% 175 12.9%
Electronic Defence Systems -12 -1.0% -106 -9.0% -78 -9.7% 210 19.0%
Security and Defence Solutions -22 -2.0% 209 10.4% 59 4.6% 89 6.6%
Support and Services 102 11.7% 215 19.7% 34 4.9% 94 11.1%
Combitech 44 10.4% 44 10.0% 18 6.0% 21 5.8%
Corporate 84 - -65 - 52 - 57 -
Total 396 6.8% 655 9.0% 262 5.3% 730 11.7%

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11) and to the structural change described in note 14.

2012 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for pensions (IAS 19).

MULTI-YEAR OVERVIEW

MSEK 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009
Order bookings 49,809 20,683 18,907 26,278 18,428
Order backlog at 31 December 59,870 34,151 37,172 41,459 39,389
Sales 23,750 24,010 23,498 24,434 24,647
Sales in Sweden, % 41 36 37 38 31
Sales in EU excluding Sweden, % 17 19 19 19 23
Sales in Americas, % 13 12 8 9 8
Sales in the rest of the world, % 30 33 36 34 38
Operating income (EBIT) 1,345 2,050 2,941 975 1,374
Operating margin, % 5.7 8.5 12.5 4.0 5.6
Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs,
excluding leasing aircraft (EBITDA) 2,367 3,186 4,088 2,187 2,598
EBITDA margin, % 10.0 13.3 17.4 9.0 10.5
Income/loss after financial items 979 2,003 2,783 776 976
Net income/loss for the year 742 1,560 2,217 454 699
Total assets 27,789 28,938 31,799 29,278 30,430
Operating cash flow -1,460 -396 2,477 4,349 1,447
Return on capital employed, % 9.1 14.6 22.2 7.9 10.3
Return on equity, % 6.3 12.8 18.1 4.1 7.0
Equity/assets ratio, % 44.0 39.0 41.1 39.1 35.1
Earnings per share before dilution, SEK2) 4) 6.98 15.00 21.19 4.12 6.45
Earnings per share after dilution, SEK3) 4) 6.79 14.52 20.38 3.97 6.28
Dividend per share, SEK 4.50 4.50 4.50 3.50 2.25
Equity per share, SEK1) 114.04 105.43 122.94 107.66 99.91
Number of employees at year-end 14,140 13,968 13,068 12,536 13,159

1) Number of shares excluding treasury shares as of 31 December 2013: 106,414,144; 2012: 105,930,829; 2011: 105,331,958; 2010: 104,717,729; 2009: 105,511,124.

2) Average number of shares 2013: 106,125,107; 2012: 105,632,911; 2011: 104,982,315; 2010: 105,217,786; 2009: 106,335,553.

3) Average number of shares 2013/2012/2011/2010/2009: 109,150,344.

4) Net income for the year less non-controlling interest divided by the average number of shares.

KEY RATIOS AND TARGETS

Long-term target Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Jan–Dec 2013
Organic sales growth, % 5 -9 5 -2
Operating margin, % 10 5.1 6.8 5.7
Equity/assets ratio, % 30 44.4 41.5 44.0

2013 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for joint arrangements (IFRS 11). 2012 has been restated according to the changed accounting principles for pensions (IAS 19). Financials for 2011 and earlier periods are not restated.

PARENT COMPANY INCOME STATEMENT

Jan–Mar 2014 Jan–Mar 2013 Jan–Dec 2013
3,765 4,165 16,521
-2,990 -3,148 -12,556
775 1,017 3,965
20.6 24.4 24.0
-754 -786 -3,303
21 231 662
0.6 5.5 4.0
10 3 707
31 234 1,369
- - -284
31 234 1,085
-25 -70 -200
6 164 885

PARENT COMPANY

Sales and income

The Parent Company includes units within the business areas Aeronautics, Electronic Defence Systems, Security and Defence Solutions and Support and Services. Group staff and Group support are included as well. The business areas Dynamics and Combitech are subsidiaries to Saab AB and are not a part of the Parent Company.

The Parent Company's sales in the first quarter 2014 amounted to MSEK 3,765 (4,165). Operating income was MSEK 21 (231).

Net financial income and expenses was MSEK 10 (3). After appropriations of MSEK 0 (0) and taxes of MSEK -25 (-70), net income for the period amounted to MSEK 6 (164).

Liquidity, finance, capital expenditures and number of employees

The Parent Company's net debt amounted to MSEK 1,348 at 31 March 2014 compared to MSEK 430 at 31 March 2013.

Gross capital expenditures in property, plant and equipment amounted to MSEK 118 (58). Investments in intangible assets amounted to MSEK 9 (15). At the end of the period, the Parent Company had 8,683 employees, compared to 8,781 at the beginning of the year.

A major part of the Group's operations are included in the Parent Company. Separate notes to the Parent Company's financial statements and a separate description of risks and uncertainties for the Parent Company have therefore not been included in this interim report.

PARENT COMPANY BALANCE SHEET

MSEK Note 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
ASSETS
Fixed assets
Intangible fixed assets 1,317 1,392 1,593
Tangible fixed assets 2,339 2,279 2,127
Financial fixed assets 7,658 7,695 8,002
Total fixed assets 11,314 11,366 11,722
Current assets
Inventories, etc. 3,992 3,653 3,394
Current receivables 6,427 6,738 5,565
Short-term investments 1,843 1,990 3,204
Liquid assets 555 1,268 1,333
Total current assets 12,817 13,649 13,496
TOTAL ASSETS 24,131 25,015 25,218
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES
Equity
Restricted equity 2,989 2,989 2,996
Unrestricted equity 5,009 4,992 4,703
Total shareholders' equity 7,998 7,981 7,699
Provisions and liabilities
Untaxed reserves 1,560 1,560 1,276
Provisions 1,087 1,051 1,150
Liabilities 6 13,486 14,423 15,093
Total provisions and liabilities 16,133 17,034 17,519
TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 24,131 25,015 25,218

NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTE 1 Corporate Information

Saab AB (publ), corporate identity no. 556036-0793, with registered office in Linköping, Sweden. The address of the company's head office is Gustavslundsvägen 42, Bromma, with the mailing address Box 12062, SE-102 22 Stockholm, Sweden, and the telephone number +46-8-463 00 00. Saab has been listed on NASDAQ OMX Stockholm since 1998 and on the large cap list from October 2006. The company's operations, including subsidiaries and associated companies, are described in the annual report 2013.

NOTE 2 Accounting Principles

The consolidated accounts for the first quarter 2014 are prepared according to IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and the Annual Accounts Act. The Parent Company's accounts have been prepared according to the Annual Accounts Act and the Swedish Financial Reporting Board's recommendation RFR 2, Reporting by Legal Entities. The Group's accounting principles are described on pages 70-77 of the annual report 2013.

The Group and the Parent Company apply the same accounting principles and methods of computation as described in the annual report 2013 except for joint venture accounting (see note 13 for further information).

The interim report is abbreviated and does not contain all the information and disclosures available in the annual report and as such should be read together with the annual report 2013.

NOTE 3 Segment Reporting

Saab is a leading high-technology company, with its main operations in defence, aviation and civil security. Operations are primarily focused on well-defined areas in defence electronics and missile systems as well as military and commercial aviation. Saab is also active in technical services and maintenance. Saab has a strong position in Sweden and the main part of sales is generated in Europe. In addition Saab has a local presence in South Africa, Australia, the US and other selected countries globally. Saab's operating and management structure is divided into six business areas which also represent operating segments; Aeronautics, Dynamics, Electronic Defence Systems, Security and Defence Solutions, Support and Services, and the independent business area Combitech. Comparative numbers for 2013 have been adjusted due to a new structure, see note 14 for more information.

Aeronautics

Aeronautics engages in advanced development of military and civil aviation technology. The product portfolio includes the Gripen fighter and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). Aeronautics also manufactures aircraft components for Saab's own aircraft as well as for passenger aircraft produced by others.

Dynamics

Dynamics offers a highly competitive product range comprising ground combat weapons, missile systems, torpedoes, unmanned underwater vehicles and signature management systems for armed forces as well as niche products for the civil and the defence market, such as unmanned underwater vehicles for the off-shore industry.

Electronic Defence Systems

These operations are based on Saab's close interaction with customers requiring efficient solutions for surveillance and for threat detection, location and protection. This has created a unique competence in the area of radar and electronic warfare, and a product portfolio covering airborne, landbased and naval radar, electronic support measures and self-protection systems. For increased flight mission efficiency and flight safety we supply avionics for both civil and military customers.

Security and Defence Solutions

The operations comprise products and solutions in the area of command, control, airborne early warning, training and simulation, air traffic management, maritime security, security and surveillance and secure robust communication.

Support and Services

Support and Services offers reliable, cost-efficient service and support for all of Saab's markets. This primarily includes integrated support solutions, technical maintenance and logistics, and products, solutions and services for military and civil missions in locations with limited infrastructure.

Combitech

Combitech, an independent company in the Saab Group, is one of Sweden's largest technology consulting firms. Combitech combines technological excellence with deep industry knowledge, comprehensive understanding and a particular focus on environment and security.

NOTE 3 Continued

SALES AND ORDER INFORMATION

Sales by business area

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Change
%
Rolling
12-months
Jan–Dec
2013
Aeronautics 1,577 1,765 -11 6,681 6,869
of which external sales 1,538 1,723 -11 6,518 6,703
of which internal sales 39 42 -7 163 166
Dynamics 716 877 -18 3,405 3,566
of which external sales 672 855 -21 3,245 3,428
of which internal sales 44 22 100 160 138
Electronic Defence Systems 974 1,151 -15 4,383 4,560
of which external sales 873 1,057 -17 3,866 4,050
of which internal sales 101 94 7 517 510
Security and Defence Solutions 1,156 1,097 5 5,154 5,095
of which external sales 1,121 1,082 4 5,030 4,991
of which internal sales 35 15 133 124 104
Support and Services 839 871 -4 3,740 3,772
of which external sales 797 832 -4 3,536 3,571
of which internal sales 42 39 8 204 201
Combitech 447 423 6 1,708 1,684
of which external sales 267 256 4 936 925
of which internal sales 180 167 8 772 759
Corporate/eliminations -429 -322 -1,903 -1,796
of which external sales 12 57 37 82
of which internal sales -441 -379 -1,940 -1,878
Total 5,280 5,862 -10 23,168 23,750

Sales by geographical market

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
% of
sales
Jan–Mar
2013
% of
sales
Jan–Dec
2013
% of
sales
Sweden 2,518 48 2,591 44 9,814 41
Rest of EU 845 16 914 16 3,933 17
Rest of Europe 88 2 119 2 621 3
Total Europe 3,451 66 3,624 62 14,368 60
North America 331 6 690 12 2,611 11
Latin America 125 2 25 - 376 2
Asia 1,009 19 1,022 17 4,311 18
Africa 170 3 178 3 930 4
Australia, etc. 194 4 323 6 1,154 5
Total 5,280 100 5,862 100 23,750 100

Information on large customers

In the first quarter 2014, Saab had one customer that accounted for 10 per cent or more of the Group's sales: the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). FMV is a customer of all business areas, and total sales amounted to MSEK 1,929 (2,070).

Seasonal variation

A major part of our business is related to large projects where the revenue is recognised by using the percentage of completion method. The costs incurred in these projects are normally lower during the third quarter compared with the other quarters. The fourth quarter is also usually affected by a higher number of deliveries, mainly within Dynamics.

Order bookings by business area

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Change
%
Jan–Dec
2013
Aeronautics 631 10,833 -94 29,677
Dynamics 449 753 -40 3,345
Electronic Defence Systems 938 3,693 -75 7,587
Security and Defence Solutions 1,321 925 43 4,736
Support and Services 737 2,725 -73 4,602
Combitech 418 424 -1 1,740
Internal -416 -488 -1,878
Total 4,078 18,865 -78 49,809

Order backlog by business area

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
Aeronautics 33,167 34,113 20,373
Dynamics 4,278 4,548 4,632
Electronic Defence Systems 9,129 9,171 8,764
Security and Defence Solutions 5,666 5,571 5,899
Support and Services 6,590 6,683 7,715
Combitech 512 540 480
Internal -734 -756 -804
Total 58,608 59,870 47,059

OPERATING INCOME

Operating income by business area

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
% of
sales
Jan–Mar
2013
% of
sales
Rolling
12-months
Jan–Dec
2013
Aeronautics 118 7.5 116 6.6 458 456
Dynamics 28 3.9 84 9.6 310 366
Electronic Defence
Systems
-36 -3.7 -12 -1.0 -139 -115
Security and Defence
Solutions
-12 -1.0 -22 -2.0 223 213
Support and Services 87 10.4 102 11.7 483 498
Combitech 25 5.6 44 10.4 129 148
The business areas' total
operating income
210 4.0 312 5.4 1,464 1,566
Corporate 60 84 -245 -221
Total operating
income
270 5.1 396 6.8 1,219 1,345

Depreciation/amortisation and write-downs by business area

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Change
%
Rolling
12-months
Jan–Dec
2013
Aeronautics 15 37 -59 125 147
Dynamics 15 11 36 66 62
Electronic Defence Systems 104 123 -15 469 488
Security and Defence Solutions 23 29 -21 109 115
Support and Services 4 5 -20 18 19
Combitech 2 2 - 9 9
Corporate – lease aircraft 4 9 -56 20 25
Corporate – other 43 41 5 184 182
Total 210 257 -18 1,000 1,047

NOTE 3 Continued

LARGE ORDERS RECEIVED JAN–MAR 2014

Large orders received (approx. values MSEK) Country Order value
Training systems Finland 360
Support and service of weapon simulators UK 220
Support and maintenance of Gripen Sweden 174

OPERATIONAL CASH FLOW AND CAPITAL EMPLOYED Operational cash flow by business area

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Rolling
12-months
Jan–Dec
2013
Aeronautics -184 -442 31 -227
Dynamics 105 241 325 461
Electronic Defence Systems -401 129 -414 116
Security and Defence Solutions -136 -52 38 122
Support and Services 404 -13 268 -149
Combitech 57 78 141 162
Corporate -13 -73 -1,064 -1,124
Total -168 -132 -675 -639

Capital employed by business area

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
Aeronautics 2,189 2,447 2,291
Dynamics 1,902 2,007 1,992
Electronic Defence Systems 4,265 4,294 4,408
Security and Defence Solutions 3,223 3,994 3,910
Support and Services 1,637 2,479 1,989
Combitech 450 505 415
Corporate 1,476 -261 819
Total 15,142 15,465 15,824

PERSONNEL

Full Time Equivalents (FTEs) by business area

Number at end of period 31/3/2014 31/3/2013 31/12/2013
Aeronautics 3,179 3,210 3,021
Dynamics 1,451 1,523 1,546
Electronic Defence Systems 2,559 2,588 2,546
Security and Defence Solutions 2,503 2,843 3,011
Support and Services 1,725 1,840 1,846
Combitech 1,358 1,345 1,316
Corporate 786 773 720
Total 13,561 14,122 14,006

NOTE 4 Dividend to Parent Company's Shareholders

At the Annual General Meeting 2014 on 8 April, it was decided that the Parent Company's shareholders should receive a dividend of SEK 4.50 per share, totalling MSEK 479, in the second quarter 2014.

NOTE 5 Intangible Fixed Assets

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
Goodwill 4,606 4,605 4,556
Capitalised development costs 1,295 1,338 1,643
Other intangible assets 372 397 488
Total 6,273 6,340 6,687

NOTE 6 Net Liquidity

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
Assets
Liquid assets 1,154 1,764 1,887
Short-term investments 1,858 2,002 3,219
Total liquid investments 3,012 3,766 5,106
Short-term interest-bearing receivables
Liquid assets attributable to joint ventures
Long-term interest-bearing receivables
Long-term receivables attributable to pensions
11
-
76
36
34
-
75
36
22
430
82
-
Long-term interest-bearing financial investments 140 141 143
Total interest-bearing assets 3,275 4,052 5,783
Liabilities
Liabilities to credit institutions 1,000 1,001 1,107
Liabilities to associates and joint ventures 236 244 684
Other interest-bearing liabilities 109 569 132
Provisions for pensions 1) 1,964 1,425 2,072
Total interest-bearing liabilities 3,309 3,239 3,995
NET LIQUIDITY -34 813 1,788

1) Excluding provisions for pensions attributable to special employers' contribution.

Committed credit lines

MSEK Facilities Drawings Available
Revolving credit facility (Maturity 2016) 4,000 - 4,000
Overdraft facility (Maturity 2014) 87 - 87
Total 4,087 - 4,087

Parent Company

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
Long-term liabilities to credit institutions 1,000 1,000 -
Short-term liabilities to credit institutions - - 1,007
Total 1,000 1,000 1,007

In December 2009 Saab established a Medium Term Note programme (MTN) of SEK 3 billion in order to enable the issuance of long-term loans on the capital market. Under the terms of this programme Saab has issued bonds and Floating Rate Notes of MSEK 1,000.

NOTE 7 Financial Instruments

Classification and categorisation of financial assets and liabilities*

Fair value
through
profit and
loss for
trading
Fair value
through other
comprehen
sive income
as available
for sale
Designated
as at fair
value
through
profit and
loss
Held-to
maturity
investments
Loans
receivable
and
accounts
receivable
Financial
liabilities
Derivatives
identified
as cash
flow
hedges
Derivatives
identified
as fair
value
hedges
Total
financial
assets
and
liabilities
Measured
at fair value
31/3/2014
Financial assets
Financial investments - 94 41 140 - - - - 275 274
Long-term receivables - - - - 122 - - - 122 122
Derivatives
Forward exchange contracts 13 - - - - - 334 4 351 351
Currency options 8 - - - - - - - 8 8
Interest rate swaps - - - - - - - - - -
Electricity derivatives 3 - - - - - - - 3 3
Total derivatives 24 - - - - - 334 4 362 362
Accounts receivable and other
receivables
- - - - 6,548 - - - 6,548 6,548
Short-term investments - - 1,858 - - - - - 1,858 1,858
Liquid assets - - - - 1,154 - - - 1,154 1,154
Total financial assets 24 94 1,899 140 7,824 - 334 4 10,319 10,318
Financial liabilities
Interest-bearing liabilities
Derivatives
- - - - - 1,345 - - 1,345 1,366
Forward exchange contracts 20 - - - - - 272 - 292 292
Currency options 14 - - - - - - - 14 14
Interest rate swaps 5 - - - - - 9 - 14 14
Electricity derivatives 3 - - - - - 14 - 17 17
Total derivatives 42 - - - - - 295 - 337 337
Other liabilities - - - - - 7,034 - - 7,034 7,034
Total financial liabilities 42 - - - - 8,379 295 - 8,716 8,737

* Derivatives with positive values are recognised as assets and derivatives with negative values are recognised as liabilities. Derivatives with a legal right of offset amount to MSEK 146.

NOTE 7 Continued

Valuation methods for financial assets and liabilities

The fair value of listed financial assets is determined using market prices. Saab also applies various valuation methods to determine the fair value of financial assets that are traded on an inactive market or are unlisted holdings. These valuation methods are based on the valuation of similar instruments, discounted cash flows or customary valuation methods such as Black-Scholes.

The following instruments were valued at fair value according to listed (unadjusted) prices on an active market on the closing date (Level 1):

  • Bonds and interest-bearing securities
  • Electricity derivatives
  • Shares and participations

The following instruments were valued at fair value according to accepted valuation models based on observable market data (Level 2):

  • Forward exchange contracts: Future payment flows in each currency are discounted by current market rates to the valuation day and valued to SEK at period-end exchange rates.
  • Options: The Black-Scholes option pricing model is used in the market valuation of all options.
  • Interest rate swaps: Future variable interest rates are calculated with the help of current forward rates. These implicit interest payments are discounted to the valuation date using current market rates. The market value of interest rate swaps is obtained by contrasting the discounted variable interest payments with the discounted present value of fixed interest payments.

Unlisted shares and participations: Valued according to accepted principles; e.g. for venture capital firms (Level 3).

There has been no change between levels in 2014.

As of 31 March 2014, the Group had the following financial assets and liabilities at fair value:

Assets at fair value

MSEK 31/3/2014 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Bonds and interest-bearing securities 1,858 1,858 - -
Forward exchange contracts 351 - 351 -
Currency options 8 - 8 -
Interest rate swaps - - - -
Electricity derivatives 3 3 - -
Shares and participations 135 94 - 41
Total 2,355 1,955 359 41

Liabilities at fair value

MSEK 31/3/2014 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Forward exchange contracts 292 - 292 -
Currency options 14 - 14 -
Interest rate swaps 14 - 14 -
Electricity derivatives 17 17 - -
Total 337 17 320 -

NOTE 8 Supplemental Information on Statement of Cash Flows

Liquid assets

MSEK 31/3/2014 31/12/2013 31/3/2013
The following components are included in
liquid assets:
Cash and bank balances 756 651 569
Bank deposits 398 1,113 1,245
Funds in escrow account - - 72
Deposits on behalf of customers - - 1
Total according to balance sheet 1,154 1,764 1,887

Total according to statement of cash flows 1,154 1,764 1,887

Free cash flow vs. statement of cash flows

MSEK Jan–Mar
2014
Jan–Mar
2013
Jan–Dec
2013
Free cash flow -316 -325 -1,460
Investing activities – interest-bearing:
Short-term investments 148 722 1,936
Other financial investments and receivables 26 27 8
Dividend from joint ventures - - 430
Financing activities:
Repayments of loans -469 -143 -1,100
Raising of loans - - 845
Dividend paid to the Parent Company's
shareholders - - -477
Dividend paid to non-controlling interest - - -1
Cash flow for the period -611 281 181

NOTE 8 Continued

Specification of free cash flow

MSEK Saab excl.acquisitions/
divestments
Acquisitions and
divestments
Total Group
Jan–Mar 2014
Total Group
Jan–Mar 2013
Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital 1) 474 - 474 622
CASH FLOW FROM CHANGES IN WORKING CAPITAL
Inventories -489 - -489 -95
Receivables 761 - 761 -91
Advance payments from customers -88 - -88 285
Other current liabilities -555 - -555 -728
Provisions -143 - -143 -10
Change in working capital -514 - -514 -639
Cash flow from operating activities 2) -40 - -40 -17
INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Investments in intangible fixed assets -45 - -45 -27
Investments in tangible fixed assets -149 - -149 -88
Investments in lease assets - - - -1
Sale and disposals of tangible fixed assets 4 - 4 1
Sale and disposals of lease assets 62 - 62 -
Cash flow from investing activities 3) -128 - -128 -115
OPERATIONAL CASH FLOW -168 - -168 -132
Taxes and other financial items -93 - -93 -193
Sale of and investments in financial assets 1 - 1 -
Investments in operations and associated companies - -38 -38 -
Sale of subsidiaries and associated companies - -18 -18 -
FREE CASH FLOW -260 -56 -316 -325

1) Cash flow from operating activities before changes in working capital excluding taxes and other financial items.

2) Cash flow from operating activities excluding taxes and other financial items.

3) Cash flow from investing activities excluding change in short-term investments and other interest-bearing financial assets and excluding divestment and acquisition of financial assets, acquisition of operations and associated companies and divestment of Group and associated companies.

NOTE 9 Business Combinations

No significant acquisitions were made in the first quarter 2014.

NOTE 10 Defined-Benefit Plans

Saab has defined-benefit pension plans where post-employment compensation is based on a percentage of the recipient's salary. According to IAS 19, the estimated value of the defined-benefit obligation amounted to MSEK 6,958 at 31 March 2014, compared to MSEK 6,872 at 31 March 2013, and the value of the plan assets amounted to MSEK 5,031 at 31 March 2014, compared to MSEK 4,800 at 31 March 2013. Provisions for pensions attributable to special employers' contribution amounted to MSEK 362 at 31 March 2014 and to MSEK 375 at 31 March 2013. Total provisions for pensions amount to MSEK 2,289, of which MSEK 36 is reported as long-term receivables.

NOTE 11 Contingent Liabilities

No additional significant commitments have arisen during the period. With regard to the Group's performance guarantees for commitments to customers, the likelihood of an outflow of resources is estimated as remote and, as a result, no value is recognised.

NOTE 12 Transactions with Related Parties

Saab has signed an agreement about the sale of Saab Grintek Technologies Ltd. The transaction involves related parties to the company and has been carried through on commercial bases.

No other significant transactions have occurred during the period. Related parties with which the Group has transactions are described in

the annual report 2013, note 43.

NOTE 13 Effects of Amended Accounting Principles Regarding Joint Ventures

The Group has a 50 per cent holding in the joint venture Gripen International KB. Group holdings were reported using the proportional method through 2013; however, application of IFRS 11, Joint Arrangements, requires that holdings be reported using the equity method as of 2014. The Group's remaining holdings in joint ventures are of an insignificant amount.

Effects of application of IFRS 11 on shares in joint ventures at the end of the first quarter of 2014 are reported in accordance with the equity method as shown below. The change has not had a significant effect on the Group's income statement. For information about the other quarters and the opening balance 2013, please see the annual report 2013, note 22.

End of first quarter 2013

Financial position
MSEK
31/03/2013
Actual
Adjustment
IFRS 11
31/03/2013
Restated
Fixed assets 11,282 -2 11,280
Shares in joint ventures - 459 459
Current assets 17,153 -362 16,791
Total assets 28,435 95 28,530
Total equity 11,829 - 11,829
Long-term liabilities 4,408 - 4,408
Current liabilities 12,198 95 12,293
Total liabilities 16,606 95 16,701
Total equity and liabilities 28,435 95 28,530

NOTE 14 Restated Accounting 2013 Regarding New Structure

Saab has implemented a new structure where the operations within Security and Defence Solutions which were related to Airborne Surveillance have been moved to corresponding operations within either Electronic Defence Systems or Support and Services. The reorganisation was carried through as of 1 January 2014. Additionally, a development project in Dynamics was moved to Corporate and a part of Security Defence Solutions' operations in Finland was moved to Combitech as of 1 January 2014.

Order bookings 2013

MSEK Jan-Mar
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Mar
restated
Aeronautics 10,833 - 10,833
Dynamics 753 - 753
EDS 3,693 - 3,693
SDS 1,620 -695 925
S&S 2,066 659 2,725
Combitech 387 37 424
Internal -487 -1 -488
Total 18,865 - 18,865
MSEK Jan-Jun
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Jun
restated
Aeronautics 11,239 - 11,239
Dynamics 1,364 -5 1,359
EDS 4,633 -23 4,610
SDS 2,464 -706 1,758
S&S 2,563 660 3,223
Combitech 749 73 822
Internal -976 1 -975
Total 22,036 - 22,036
MSEK Jan-Sep
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Sep
restated
Aeronautics 11,411 - 11,411
Dynamics 1,713 -5 1,708
EDS 5,393 -20 5,373
SDS 3,638 -709 2,929
S&S 2,979 658 3,637
Combitech 1,133 76 1,209
Internal -1,238 - -1,238
Total 25,029 - 25,029
MSEK Jan-Dec
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Dec
restated
Aeronautics 29,677 - 29,677
Dynamics 3,350 -5 3,345
EDS 7,620 -33 7,587
SDS 5,429 -693 4,736
S&S 3,942 660 4,602
Combitech 1,634 106 1,740
Internal -1,843 -35 -1,878
Total 49,809 - 49,809

Order backlog 2013

MSEK 31/3/2013
actual
Adjustment
structural change
31/3/2013
restated
Aeronautics 20,373 - 20,373
Dynamics 4,633 -1 4,632
EDS 8,043 721 8,764
SDS 7,485 -1,586 5,899
S&S 6,906 809 7,715
Combitech 423 57 480
Internal -804 - -804
Total 47,059 - 47,059
MSEK 30/6/2013
actual
Adjustment
structural change
30/6/2013
restated
Aeronautics 19,061 - 19,061
Dynamics 4,282 -6 4,276
EDS 8,044 589 8,633
SDS 6,804 -1,393 5,411
S&S 6,586 722 7,308
Combitech 376 81 457
Internal -816 7 -809
Total 44,337 - 44,337
MSEK 30/9/2013
actual
Adjustment
structural change
30/9/2013
restated
Aeronautics 17,843 - 17,843
Dynamics 4,092 -5 4,087
EDS 7,849 543 8,392
SDS 6,672 -1,242 5,430
S&S 6,241 626 6,867
Combitech 438 67 505
Internal -728 11 -717
Total 42,407 - 42,407
MSEK 31/12/2013
actual
Adjustment
structural change
31/12/2013
restated
Aeronautics 34,113 - 34,113
Dynamics 4,549 -1 4,548
EDS 8,764 407 9,171
SDS 6,529 -958 5,571
S&S 6,186 497 6,683
Combitech 483 57 540
Internal -754 -2 -756
Total 59,870 - 59,870
MSEK Jan-Mar
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Mar
restated
Aeronautics 1,765 - 1,765
Dynamics 877 - 877
EDS 1,038 113 1,151
SDS 1,271 -174 1,097
S&S 822 49 871
Combitech 410 13 423
Corporate/internal -321 -1 -322
Total 5,862 - 5,862

Sales 2013

MSEK Jan-Jun
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Jun
restated
Aeronautics 3,482 - 3,482
Dynamics 1,848 - 1,848
EDS 1,969 228 2,197
SDS 2,774 -389 2,385
S&S 1,660 142 1,802
Combitech 820 27 847
Corporate/internal -805 -8 -813
Total 11,748 - 11,748
MSEK Jan-Sep
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Sep
restated
Aeronautics 4,873 - 4,873
Dynamics 2,384 -1 2,383
EDS 2,869 278 3,147
SDS 3,963 -518 3,445
S&S 2,392 212 2,604
Combitech 1,142 42 1,184
Corporate/internal -1,152 -13 -1,165
Total 16,471 - 16,471
MSEK Jan-Dec
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Dec
restated
Aeronautics 6,869 - 6,869
Dynamics 3,572 -6 3,566
EDS 4,161 399 4,560
SDS 5,891 -796 5,095
S&S 3,419 353 3,772
Combitech 1,598 86 1,684
Corporate/internal -1,760 -36 -1,796
Total 23,750 - 23,750

EBITDA

MSEK Jan-Mar
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Mar
restated
Aeronautics 153 - 153
Dynamics 83 12 95
EDS 78 33 111
SDS 54 -47 7
S&S 93 14 107
Combitech 46 - 46
Corporate 137 -12 125
Total 644 - 644
MSEK Jan-Jun
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Jun
restated
Aeronautics 311 - 311
Dynamics 215 25 240
EDS 113 56 169
SDS 206 -104 102
S&S 204 45 249
Combitech 79 3 82
Corporate -86 -25 -111
Total 1,042 - 1,042
MSEK Jan-Sep
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Sep
restated
Aeronautics 464 - 464
Dynamics 184 35 219
EDS 255 57 312
SDS 318 -143 175
S&S 279 80 359
Combitech 95 6 101
Corporate -38 -35 -73
Total 1,557 - 1,557
MSEK Jan-Dec
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Dec
restated
Aeronautics 603 - 603
Dynamics 386 42 428
EDS 287 86 373
SDS 556 -228 328
S&S 383 134 517
Combitech 148 9 157
Corporate 4 -43 -39
Total 2,367 - 2,367

Operating income (EBIT)

MSEK Jan-Mar
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Mar
restated
Aeronautics 116 - 116
Dynamics 72 12 84
EDS -45 33 -12
SDS 22 -44 -22
S&S 88 14 102
Combitech 44 - 44
Corporate 99 -15 84
Total 396 - 396
MSEK Jan-Jun
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Jun
restated
Aeronautics 237 - 237
Dynamics 187 25 212
EDS -125 56 -69
SDS 142 -97 45
S&S 195 45 240
Combitech 75 2 77
Corporate -166 -31 -197
Total 545 - 545
MSEK Jan-Sep
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Sep
restated
Aeronautics 354 - 354
Dynamics 141 35 176
EDS -101 57 -44
SDS 222 -133 89
S&S 265 80 345
Combitech 89 5 94
Corporate -159 -44 -203
Total 811 - 811
MSEK Jan-Dec
actual
Adjustment
structural change
Jan-Dec
restated
Aeronautics 456 - 456
Dynamics 324 42 366
EDS -201 86 -115
SDS 428 -215 213
S&S 364 134 498
Combitech 140 8 148
Corporate -166 -55 -221
Total 1,345 - 1,345

NOTE 15 Definitions

Capital employed

Total capital less non-interest-bearing liabilities.

Earnings per share

Net income for the period attributable to Parent Company shareholders' interest, divided by the average number of shares before and after full dilution. There is no dilution impact if the result is negative.

EBITDA margin

Operating income before depreciation/amortisation and write-downs less depreciation/amortisation and write-downs of lease aircraft as a percentage of sales revenue.

Equity/assets ratio

Equity in relation to total assets.

Equity per share

Equity attributable to the Parent Company's shareholders divided by the number of shares, excluding treasury shares, at the end of the period.

Gross margin

Gross income as a percentage of sales revenue.

Net liquidity/net debt

Liquid assets, short-term investments and interest-bearing receivables less interest-bearing liabilities and provisions for pensions excluding provisions for pensions attributable to special employers' contribution.

Free cash flow per share

Free cash flow divided by the average number of shares after dilution.

Operating margin

Operating income as a percentage of sales revenue.

Return on capital employed

Operating income plus financial income as a percentage of average capital employed (measured over a rolling 12-month period).

Return on equity

Net income for the period as a percentage of average equity (measured over a rolling 12-month period).

REVIEW REPORT

Introduction

We have reviewed the condensed interim financial information of Saab AB for the period from 1 January to 31 March 2014. The board of directors and the president are responsible for the preparation and presentation of this interim financial information in accordance with IAS 34 and the Swedish Annual Accounts act. Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on this interim financial information 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 report 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, the conclusion expressed based on a review does not give the same level of assurance as conclusion expressed based on an audit

Conclusion

Based on our review, nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the interim financial information is not prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with IAS 34 and the Swedish Annual Accounts act for the Group, and with the Swedish Annual Accounts act for the parent company.

Stockholm 25 April 2014 PricewaterhouseCoopers AB

Auditor in charge

Håkan Malmström Anna-Clara af Ekenstam Authorised Public Accountant Authorised Public Accountant

Saab AB is disclosing the information here in pursuant to the Securities Markets Act and/or the Financial Instruments Trading Act. The information was submitted for publication at 7:30 a.m. on 25 April 2014.

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Sebastian Carlsson, Press Officer Tel. +46-734-18 71 62

FINANCIAL MARKET: Ann-Sofi Jönsson, Investor Relations Tel. +46-8-463 02 14, +46-734-18 72 14

Magnus Örnberg, CFO Tel. +46-8-463 01 03, +46-734-18 71 03 Press and financial analyst conference and webcast with CEO Håkan Buskhe and CFO Magnus Örnberg Today, Friday, 25 April, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. (CET) Grand Hôtel, Room: New York Blasieholmshamnen 8, Stockholm, Sweden Contact Karoline Sandar to register and for further information Tel. +46-8-463 02 45 www.saabgroup.com

To see a live webcast of the event, visit http://www.saabgroup.com/en/InvestorRelations where it will be available together with the presentation material. All viewers will be able to post questions to the presenters. The webcast will also be available on Saab's website after the event.

INTERIM REPORT JANUARY–JUNE 2014 INTERIM REPORT JANUARY–SEPTEMBER 2014 YEAR-END REPORT 2014 PUBLISHED 18 JULY 2014 PUBLISHED 23 OCTOBER 2014 PUBLISHED 10 FEBRUARY 2015