Annual Report • Feb 7, 2018
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| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 1,732 | 1,266 | 5,605 | 3,978 |
| Operating profit | 210 | 34 | 419 | 411 |
| Operating margin, % | 12.1 | 2.7 | 7.5 | 10.3 |
| Profit/loss for the period | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
| Earnings per share, SEK, before dilution | 6.54 | 1.26 | 13.94 | 22.40 |
| Earnings per share, SEK, after dilution | 6.49 | 1.21 | 13.81 | 21.22 |
| Equity per share, SEK, after dilution | 77.73 | 62.83 | 77.73 | 62.83 |
| Equity/assets ratio, % | 41.3 | 42.7 | 41.3 | 42.7 |
| Net debt | 254 | $-37$ | 254 | $-37$ |
| Net debt/equity ratio, % | 13.9 | $-2.5$ | 13.9 | $-2.5$ |
| Order bookings | 1,898 | 1,650 | 6,400 | 5,539 |
| Order backlog | 7,965 | 7.041 | 7,965 | 7.041 |
Continued profitable growth and proof of the potential of our overall offering.
The Group showed growth of 37 percent in the fourth quarter. Income increased to SEK 1,732 million (1,266), with operating profit of SEK 210 million (34).
Construction continues to grow with stable profitability. Income for Construction in the fourth quarter increased by 39 percent to SEK 1,511 million (1,089), with a retained operating margin of 3.7 percent. Operating margin for the full year 2017 increased to 3.7 percent (2.7), which shows that we can, as a priority objective, continue to combine profitability and growth over the long-term. For the full year 2017, the order book for Construction has grown to SEK 7,649 million (6,753). During the period, two collaboration agreements were also entered into - with the Swedish Exhibition and Congress Centre Group, and with Akademiska Hus for the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg. Both are good examples of major strategic projects for which we collaborate from start to finish with clients. These projects will be booked upon entering into contracting agreements before the start of production.
Civil Engineering has reversed a loss to now show a profit, again demonstrating that it has moved beyond a difficult construction phase to enter 2018 with good control and a stable organization. Income in the fourth quarter increased by 28 percent to SEK 208 million (162) with an operating margin of 1.9 percent (negative 5.6). The order backlog has also increased to SEK 316 million (288). We aim to increase sales while being selective in which orders we bid on, to ensure that profitability continues to develop well.
Project Development has more projects underway than previously and increased income to SEK 53 million (37). Despite a turbulent market with a great deal of focus mainly on high-priced centrally-located tenant-owner apartments, our assessment is that demand remains high, on a national level, for good housing in the right locations and at the right price. This is very much in line with how our project portfolio is structured.
Property shows why its holdings at Säve are an important complement to the Group's offering. The initial acquisition of Säve Flygplats included a lease on the adjacent Säve Depå property, which restricted possibilities for other players but also gave Serneke an exclusive opportunity to acquire Säve Depå at a favorable price. This type of complementary
acquisition, opening possibilities to generate value, offers a good example of the potential in our business area Property.
In December, the Group passed the 1,000-employee mark. It is with great pride and humility that I'm able to say that so many have chosen to be part of our vision of the Serneke Group. Without the hard work of all our dedicated employees, we would never have gotten to where we are today. The challenge is to continue to be a long-term sustainable employer that allows employees to develop and contribute based on their individual capabilities and circumstances. We will continue to maintain the high level of our core values and retain our unique corporate culture. Over time, this is what will attract new colleagues and is what makes us all proud to be part of the team on this journey together. Being the industry's most attractive employer is, and will continue to be, one of our primary objectives.
In December, the detailed development plan for our project Karlstaden gained legal force. It is extremely satisfying that we have now passed this milestone, which allows us to further develop the area for housing, offices, commerce and everything else that characterizes a living urban environment. Throughout, the process has involved a good collaboration with the City of Gothenburg and a common ambition to create a vibrant and inviting city center that is open to all. We look forward to starting construction of this unique district in 2018.
Ola Serneke, President and CEO
Order bookings during the fourth quarter amounted to SEK 1,898 million (1,650) and SEK 6,400 million (5,539) for the January-December period. The Group is experiencing continued high demand in the market. Order bookings during the fourth quarter consisted primarily of housing projects with public-sector clients. The metropolitan areas of Stockholm, Gothenburg and
Malmö are continuing to be the Group's most important markets.
The Group's order backlog at the end of the fourth quarter amounted to SEK 7,965 million (7,041).
| Order bookings | Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Construction | 1,818 | 1.364 | 5,815 | 5,029 |
| Civil Engineering | 80 | 286 | 585 | 510 |
| Group | 1,898 | 1,650 | 6,400 | 5,539 |
| Order backlog | Dec 31 | Dec 31 |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Construction | 7.649 | 6.753 |
| Civil Engineering | 316 | 288 |
| Group | 7,965 | 7.041 |
Listed below are the Group's new projects for more than SEK 100 million:
| Assignment | Location | Client | Order value (SEK million) |
Anticipated start of construction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rental Apartments | Halmstad | Halmstad Fastigheter AB | 240 | First quarter 2018 |
| Rental Apartments | Stockholm | Stockholmshem | 330 | Fourth quarter 2017 |
| Tenant-owner Apartments | Gothenburg | HSB | 275 | Fourth quarter 2017 |
| Hotel | Halmstad | Magnolia | 230 | Second quarter 2018 |
| Hotel | Lund | Magnolia | 194 | Second quarter 2018 |
| Kulturcentrum | Falkenberg | Falkenberg Municipality | 195 | Second quarter 2018 |
The operations of the Serneke Group are organized into four business areas: Construction, Civil Engineering, Project Development and Property Management.
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 1,732 | 1,266 | 5.605 | 3,978 |
| Operating profit | 210 | 34 | 419 | 411 |
| Net financial items | $-4$ | $-5$ | $-18$ | $-17$ |
| Earnings after financial items | 206 | 29 | 401 | 394 |
| Profit/loss for the period | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
Consolidated income amounted to SEK 1,732 million (1,266), an increase of 37 percent compared with the corresponding quarter the previous year. All business areas increased their sales during the quarter. Activities for the contracting operations continued at a high level, and sales increased by 37 percent.
Operating profit amounted to SEK 210 million (34). The contracting operations showed a significantly improved operating profit of SEK 60 million (31), an increase of 94 percent. Profitability was strengthened further and operating margin amounted to 3.5 percent (2.5) for the contracting operations. During the fourth quarter, operating profit amounted to SEK 209 million (0), and share in profit of associated companies and joint ventures amounted to a loss of SEK 26 million (profit 4).
Net financial items amounted to negative SEK 4 million (5) and the Group reported a tax expense of SEK 54 million (3), mainly due to changes in deferred tax attributable to loss carryforwards.
Profit after tax amounted to SEK 152 million (26) and earnings per share for the quarter were SEK 6.54 (1.26).
Consolidated income amounted to SEK 5,605 million (3,978), an increase of 41 percent compared with the corresponding period the previous year. Consolidated
income amounted to SEK 5,542 million (3,684), an increase of 50 percent compared with the corresponding quarter the previous year.
Operating profit amounted to SEK 419 million (411), of which contracting activities amounted to SEK 184 million (50), an increase of 268 percent. During the period, changes in value of investment properties had a positive impact on operating profit of SEK 238 million (42), and share in profit of associated companies and joint ventures amounted to SEK 26 million (0).
During the second quarter of 2016, the company carried out its largest transaction so far as 50 percent of Karlastaden project was divested, which generated income of SEK 318 million and operating profit of SEK 444 million, affecting comparative figures.
Net financial items amounted to negative SEK 18 million (17) and the Group reported a tax expense of SEK 78 million (0), mainly due to changes in deferred tax attributable to loss carryforwards.
Profit after tax amounted to SEK 323 million (394) and earnings per share for the period were SEK 13.94 $(22.40)$ .
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Construction | 1,511 | 1,089 | 4,919 | 3,229 |
| Civil Engineering | 208 | 162 | 623 | 455 |
| Project Development | 53 | 37 | 212 | 373 |
| Property Management | 18 | 8 | 51 | 15 |
| Group-wide | 37 | 27 | 108 | 99 |
| Eliminations | $-95$ | $-57$ | $-308$ | -193 |
| Total | 1,732 | 1,266 | 5,605 | 3,978 |
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Construction | 56 | 40 | 183 | 86 |
| Civil Engineering | 4 | $-9$ | $-36$ | |
| Project Development | 15 | 5 | 65 | 334 |
| Property Management | 182 | 10 | 213 | 37 |
| Group-wide* | $-47$ | $-12$ | $-43$ | $-10$ |
| Total | 210 | 34 | 419 | 411 |
| Net financial items | $-4$ | -5 | $-18$ | $-17$ |
| Profit after financial items | 206 | 29 | 401 | 394 |
* Group-wide: Other operations are reported under Group-wide - and consist of key companies, Group functions and elimination of intra-Group profit. In the fourth quarter, a Group-wide provision has also been made.
Serneke's operations largely lack clear seasonal effects. The contracting operations (Business Areas Construction and Civil Engineering) normally experience lower activity in the first quarter of the year due to fewer production
days and, to a greater extent than normal, the effects of weather during the winter months. Profits are also affected by public holidays falling within a certain interim period, leading to fewer production days.
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Total assets | 4,404 | 3,437 |
| Total equity | 1,821 | 1,469 |
| Net debt | 254 | $-37$ |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 431 | 571 |
| Equity/assets ratio, % | 41.3 | 42.7 |
The consolidated balance sheet total amounted to SEK 4,404 million (3,437) as at December 31, and the equity/assets ratio was 41.3 percent (42.7). At the end of the period, the Group's cash and cash equivalents, including unutilized credit facilities, amounted to SEK 631 million (771).
Shareholders' equity increased during the period and amounted to SEK 821 million (1,469) as at December 31.
Cash flow from operating activities amounted to negative SEK 138 million (52). The change is mainly due to increased tied-up capital compared with the corresponding quarter the previous year. Cash flow from investments amounted to negative SEK 168 million (11), of which acquisition of investment properties amounted to negative SEK 150 million (-). Cash flow from financing activities amounted to SEK 86 million (423) and mainly relates to newly raised borrowings. The previous year, cash flow was affected by SEK 598 million, due to financing activities for the new share issue in connection with the IPO. Cash flow for the period amounted to negative SEK 220 million (positive 360).
The average number of employees was 1,001 individuals during the period October-December 2017, compared
Net debt amounted to SEK 254 million (37) as at December 31, 2017. The net debt/equity ratio was 13.9 percent (negative 2.5) and the average interest rate was 3.94 percent (4.49). Unutilized committed credit facilities amounted to SEK 200 million (200) at year-end. The bank overdraft with Nordea carries a covenant, which means that the Group shall have an equity/assets ratio of 25 percent.
with 847 people in the corresponding period the previous year.
Cash flow from operating activities amounted to SEK 47 million (45). Cash flow from the underlying operating profit has improved, but at the same time an increase in tied-up capital has reduced cash flow. This has resulted in cash flow from operating activities in line with the previous year.
Cash flow from investments amounted to negative SEK 319 million (201). This is mainly due to acquisition of investment properties but also changes in investment activities.
Cash flow from financing activities amounted to SEK 132 million (716) and mainly relates to changes in borrowing. Cash flow for the period amounted to negative SEK 140 million (positive 560).
All of the Group's construction-related operations are conducted within Business Area Construction. The business area performs works for both external customers, as well as with Business Areas Project Development and Property Management.
| Oct-Dec | $Oct-Dec$ | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 1,511 | 1.089 | 4.919 | 3,229 |
| Operating profit | 56 | 40 | 183 | 86 |
| Operating margin, % | 3.7 | 3.7 | 3.7 | 2.7 |
| Order bookings | 1,818 | 1,364 | 5,815 | 5,029 |
| Order backlog | 7.649 | 6,753 | 7,649 | 6,753 |
| Average number of employees | 734 | 646 | 696 | 593 |
Income amounted to SEK 1,511 million (1,089), an increase of 39 percent and operating profit amounted to SEK 56 million (40), which corresponds to an increase of 40 percent. The operating margin was 3.7 percent (3.7). The increase in earnings compared with the corresponding quarter of 2016 is mainly due to more and larger projects in full production.
Order bookings amounted to SEK 1,818 million (1,364). The Construction business area sees continued good demand in the market and is continuing with its strategic plan to compete with market leaders for major projects. During the period, important project planning agreements were entered into, which are expected to be included in the order backlog upon first being transferred to a production phase. New assignments during the quarter were mainly within the housing sector with public-sector clients, but two agreements were entered into for building hotels in Halmstad and Lund.
Income amounted to SEK 4,919 million (3,229), an increase of 52 percent, and operating profit amounted to SEK 183 million (86), which corresponds to an increase of 113 percent.
The operating margin for the period was 3.7 percent (2.7). The improvement in profit and margin over the corresponding period in 2016 is mainly explained by more and larger projects in full production with a better operating margin.
Order bookings amounted to SEK 5,815 million (5,029) and at the end of the period, total order backlog amounted to SEK 7,649 million (6,753), an increase of 13 percent.
Serneke will, on behalf of Stockholmshem, build 160 residences in Årsta in southern Stockholm. In addition to housing, the project includes a preschool, a garage and a number of complementary buildings. Planning will commence in December 2017 and the project will continue until the second quarter of 2021.
All of the Group's civil engineering and infrastructure-related operations are conducted within Business Area Civil Engineering. The business area operates in local markets with both national and regional infrastructure projects and maintenance services. The business area performs works for both external customers, as well as the Group's other business areas.
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 208 | 162 | 623 | 455 |
| Operating profit | 4 | $-9$ | $-36$ | |
| Operating margin, % | 1.9 | $-5.6$ | 0.2 | $-7.9$ |
| Order bookings | 80 | 286 | 585 | 510 |
| Order backlog | 316 | 288 | 316 | 288 |
| Average number of employees | 151 | 117 | 141 | 118 |
Income amounted to SEK 208 million (162), an increase of 28 percent over the fourth quarter of 2016. Operating profit amounted to SEK 4 million (negative 9) and the operating margin was 1.9 percent (negative 5.6). The business area has made major changes with the aim of gradually improving profitability. This has had a major impact, and we are able to show a positive operating profit for the second quarter in a row.
Order bookings amounted to SEK 80 million (286) and at the end of the period, total order backlog amounted to SEK 316 million (288).
Income amounted to SEK 623 million (455), an increase of 37 percent and operating profit amounted to SEK 1 million (negative 36). The operating margin was 0.2 percent (negative 7.9).
Order bookings amounted to SEK 585 million (510) and at the end of the period, total order backlog amounted to SEK 316 million (288), an increase of 10 percent.
Business Area Project Development includes Serneke's development of housing and commercial properties. Project development is performed through wholly owned projects or in collaboration with third parties through associates.
| SEK million | Oct-Dec 2017 |
$Oct-Dec$ 2016 |
Jan-Dec 2017 |
$Jan-Dec$ 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 53 | 37 | 212 | 373 |
| Share in profit of associates and joint ventures | 38 | |||
| Operating profit | 15 | 5 | 65 | 334 |
| Average number of employees | 41 | 24 | 34 | 20 |
Income amounted to SEK 53 million (37), an increase of 43 percent. The increase in income is explained by the fact that there are more projects underway than in the corresponding period the previous year.
Operating profit amounted to SEK 15 million (5), which was partly due to positive results in ongoing projects but also realized profits as a result of the detailed development plan for the Karlastaden project gaining legal force in December.
Share in profit/loss of associated companies and joint ventures affected earnings by SEK 1 million (-).
Income during the period amounted to SEK 212 million (373) and was mainly attributable to project income from
housing projects and the sale of the Mälardalen University project. Operating profit amounted to SEK 65 million (334), of which SEK 70 million was attributable to the Mälardalen University project, SEK 38 million of which was reported as share in profit of associated companies and joint ventures.
During the second quarter of 2016, the company carried out its largest transaction so far as 50 percent of Karlastaden project was divested, which generated income of SEK 318 million and operating profit of SEK 444 million, affecting comparative figures.
Serneke is a partner in a joint venture with NREP, in which the parties each own 50 percent. Serneke recognizes its holdings as a participation in joint ventures in the consolidated balance sheet.
Karlastaden is a project that will accommodate approximately 2,000 homes and 70,000 square meters of commercial space. The area will also be the site of the Nordic region's tallest residential building, Karlatornet. The estimated project value is approximately SEK 13 billion over a five-year period. Through the joint venture company, sales of tenant-owner homes will begin in the autumn 2018.
In December 2017, the detailed development plan for Karlstaden gained legal force, clearing the way for determining an official construction start for the Karlatornet tower, the first and largest building in the district. Currently, extensive ground improvement is being carried out for foundation reinforcement for Karlatornet, which is scheduled for completion in summer 2018. After that, the ambition is to begin the work of erecting what will be the tallest building in the Nordic region. The intention is for Karlatornet to be ready by 2021.
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | |||
| Ownership share % | 50 | 50 | |||
| Share of equity | 356 | 323 | |||
| Share in profit | $-1$ | 0 | |||
| Income statement JV |
Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 | |
| Income | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Profit for the year | 4 | 0 | $-2$ | 0 | |
| Balance sheet JV | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |||
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | |||
| ASSETS | |||||
| Properties | 688 | 333 | |||
| Other assets | 95 | 19 | |||
| Total assets | 783 | 352 | |||
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||||
| Shareholders' equity | 106 | 10 | |||
| Interest-bearing liabilities | 523 | 302 | |||
| Other liabilities | 154 | 40 | |||
| Total equity and liabilities | 783 | 352 |
Karlastaden and the Karlatornet tower at Lindholmen in Gothenburg.
Estimated areas are explained by new detailed development plans not yet adopted
| Project | Municipalit v |
Estimated area (m2 GFA) |
Type | Planning phase | Type of asset | Proportio n of capital (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utby 20:1 (part) | Agreed development rights not | |||||
| Ale | 8,130 | Housing | Planning in progress | yet taken into possession | 100 | |
| Ingared 5:274 and 5:240 (part) |
Alingsås | 561 Housing | Detailed development plan |
Development rights on own balance sheet |
100 | |
| Jägaren 10 | Alingsås | 2,499 | Housing | Planning in progress | Development rights on own balance sheet |
100 |
| Björnflokan 5 | Borås | 24,500 | Residential/commercial | Planning in progress | Development rights on own balance sheet |
100 |
| Karlastaden | Gothenburg | 239,788 | Residential/commercial | Planning in progress | joint venture | 50 |
| Gårdsten 7:1, 45:1 (part) and 10:10 (part) |
Gothenburg | 26,500 | Residential/commercial | Planning in progress | Agreed development rights not yet taken into possession |
100 |
| Detailed | Development rights on own | |||||
| Gårdsten 45:24 | Gothenburg | 82,100 | Industry/warehousing | development plan | balance sheet | 100 |
| Lorensberg 706:32 |
Agreed development rights not | |||||
| Oceanhamnen. | Gothenburg | 25,000 | Residential/commercial | Pre-planning | yet taken into possession | 100 |
| Kvarter 3A | Helsingborg | 4,750 | Housing | Detailed development plan |
Agreed development rights not yet taken into possession |
100 |
| Agreed development rights not | ||||||
| Jäntan 2 | Landskrona | 19,700 | Residential/commercial | Planning in progress | yet taken into possession | 100 |
| Tomaten 1 (part) | Detailed | Agreed development rights not | ||||
| Landskrona | 8.000 | Housing | development plan | yet taken into possession Agreed development rights not |
100 | |
| Sege Park | MALMÖ | 10,000 | Housing | Planning in progress | yet taken into possession | 100 |
| Vägeröd 1:69 | Lysekil | 20,000 | Housing | Planning in progress | Agreed development rights not yet taken into possession |
100 |
| Törnskogen 4:14 | ||||||
| and Törnskogen 4:15 |
Sollentuna | 8,396 | Housing | Planning in progress | Development rights on own balance sheet |
100 |
| Fjällbacka 136:2 | Agreed development rights not | |||||
| and 136:3 | Tanum | 2,500 | Housing | Planning in progress | yet taken into possession | 6 |
| Koholmen 1:89 | Detailed | Development rights on own | ||||
| Tjörn | 300 | Housing | development plan | balance sheet Agreed development rights not |
100 | |
| Järfälla Idrottsstad | Järfälla | 123,738 | Residential/commercial | Pre-planning | yet taken into possession | 100 |
| Fotkvarnen | Development rights on own | |||||
| Trollhättan | 3,000 Housing | Planning in progress | balance sheet | 100 | ||
| Gullön 8 | Trollhättan | 2,000 Housing | Detailed development plan |
Development rights on own balance sheet |
100 | |
| Agreed development rights not | ||||||
| Gullön 10 | Trollhättan | 3,000 Housing | Planning in progress | yet taken into possession | 100 | |
| Nabbensberg | Detailed | Development rights on own | ||||
| Vänersborg | 3,300 Housing | development plan Detailed |
balance sheet | 100 | ||
| Offerhällsparken | development plan | Agreed development rights not | ||||
| park | Trollhättan | 1,800 Housing | appealed | yet taken into possession | 100 | |
| Sadelmakaren | Detailed | Development rights on own | ||||
| Strömstad | 4,000 | Housing | development plan | balance sheet | 100 | |
| Detailed | ||||||
| Kv Haren | Vänersborg | 4,400 | Housing | development plan appealed |
Agreed development rights not yet taken into possession |
100 |
| Detailed | Agreed development rights not | |||||
| Onsjö | Vänersborg | 9,000 | Housing | development plan | yet taken into possession | 100 |
| 636,962 | ||||||
The total book value of the project development portfolio amounted to SEK 283 million as at December 31, 2017 and is reported as project and development properties in
the balance sheet. Holdings in the Karlastaden project are reported as a joint venture under participations in associated companies and joint ventures in the balance sheet, at a value of SEK 356 million as at December 31, 2017.
Serneke's estimates the value of the project portfolio at approximately SEK 1,814 million, based on an external valuation made in the fourth quarter of 2017.
Of the assessed value of the project portfolio of SEK 1,814 million, SEK 205 million represents the value of development rights on the Company's own balance sheet, agreed development rights of which the Company has yet to take possession are estimated at about SEK 704 million and development rights held through joint ventures or associates are estimated at approximately SEK 905 million.
Of the total project development portfolio of an estimated 636,962 square meters of gross floor area, options on development rights, that is, agreed development rights of which the Company has yet to take possession, accounted for 41 percent. The options pertain to properties located in different parts of the country, and agreements have been signed with various parties. The options can be utilized when the detailed development plan for each property gains legal force or building permit is granted. Only then is access gained and payment made.
In May, the municipal council in Järfälla decided to proceed with the plans to develop a whole new district in Veddesta together with Serneke. In addition to housing, schools, shops and hotels, a central part of the plan are sports facilities including an indoor ski circuit.
Business Area Property Management manages and develops properties for long-term capital appreciation. Commercial properties are managed. The business area is working actively to acquire properties with development potential and generate growth by investing, developing, streamlining and rationalizing property management. Investment properties are managed through wholly owned companies or in collaboration with third parties through associates.
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 18 | 8 | 51 | 15 |
| Earnings from property management | $-4$ | ⌒ | $-9$ | |
| Changes in value of properties | 209 | 228 | 42 | |
| Share in profit of associates and joint ventures | $-23$ | 8 | -8 | |
| Operating profit | 182 | 10 | 213 | 37 |
| Average number of employees | 14 | 10 | 14 | 3 |
Income amounted to SEK 18 million (8), an increase of 125 percent. The increase in income is primarily due to increased rental income within Säve Flygplats and surrounding properties.
The operating loss amounted to SEK 4 million (2).
Changes in value of the properties amounted to SEK 209 million (0), which is based on external valuations of all investment properties. The Säve Depå property, which Serneke took possession of on September 1, was acquired through an exclusive process in which Serneke held a lease agreement on the property. In accordance with procedures, Serneke has assessed the market value of Säve Depå, generating a profit effect of SEK 244 million.
The share in profit of associated companies amounted to a loss of SEK 23 million (profit 8), primarily attributable to the associate Änglagården Holding AB, which manages Prioritet Serneke Arena. The negative earnings for the period are attributable to changes in value in the arena. Property management earnings in the associated company for the period were in the form of a profit.
The total book value of the investment properties amounted to SEK 895 million as at December 31, compared with SEK 234 million in December 2016.
Income during the period amounted to SEK 51 million (15), an increase of 240 percent. The increase in income is primarily due to a growing property portfolio.
Property Management income amounted to negative SEK 7 million (9), of which a non-recurring expense of SEK 11 million relating to a provision for guaranteed net operating earnings attributable to associate Änglagården burdened the quarter. Adjusted for the provision for guaranteed net operating earnings, Property Management generated an operating profit.
Changes in value of properties amounted to SEK 228 million (42), and share in profit of associated companies for the period amounted to a loss of SEK 8 million (profit 4), mainly attributable to Änglagården Holding AB.
| Lettable area (m 2 ) | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Project | Property | Municipalit v |
Land area (m 2 ) |
Housing | Commercial | Letting ratio (%) |
Ownershi p share (%) |
| Investment properties | |||||||
| Consinum | Kinna 24:133 | Land | 39,866 | $\mathbf 0$ | 4,722 | 47 | 75 |
| Serneke Industrifastigheter |
Krattan 1 | Alingsås | 7,250 | 0 | 2,429 | 12 | 100 |
| Säve Flygplats Property | Aseby | Gothenburg | 2,100,225 | $\Omega$ | 22,999 | 82 | 100 |
| Änglagården | Kviberg 741:191 | Gothenburg | 20,248 | 0 | 44,769 | 100 | 40 |
| Härbärget | Åseby 9:1 | Gothenburg | 17.470 | $\Omega$ | 6,325 | 51 | 100 |
| HB Nolvik | Nolvik 9:1 | Gothenburg | 15.470 | 0 | 15,470 | 51 | 100 |
| Talllhyddan | Sörhaga 2:1 | Alingsås | 5,100 | 0 | 350 | 0 | 100 |
| Conpol | Golczewo | Poland | 81.651 | $\overline{0}$ | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Säve Depå | Åseby 7:2 | Gothenburg | 1,138,300 | 0 | 19,037 | 14 | 100 |
| Migmatit | Gothenburg Lindholmen 1:22 |
Gothenburg | 8,937 | 0 | 9,856 | 94 | 100 |
| Operating properties | |||||||
| Alingsås Plåtmekano | Bulten 7 | Alingsås | 7.419 | 0 | 1,074 | 100 | 100 |
| Nybergsgruppens Fastighet |
Bulten 13 | Alingsås | 18,449 | 0 | 2,800 | 100 | 100 |
| 7H Bil AB | Kinna 24:191 | Land | 6.529 | 0 | 2,502 | 100 | 30 |
Business Area Property Management owns 40 percent of Änglagården Holding AB, which, in turn, owns Prioritet Serneke Arena. Other shareholders are Prioritet Finans, which holds 50 percent, and Lommen Holding, which holds 10 percent.
| The Group's share of Änglagården Holding AB SEK million |
Dec 31 2017 |
Dec 31 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership as a percentage | 40 | 40 |
| Share in associated companies* |
83 | 91 |
| Share in profit for the period | -8 | З |
| Of which: | ||
| Earnings from property management |
20 | 18 |
| Change in value of property | -28 | -15 |
*) The Group's participation in the associate Änglagården Holding is calculated based on shareholders' equity less the preferential dividend right of SEK 55 million (77) which applies to the other shareholders. The closing value is subsequently reduced by an internal profit of SEK 19 million (19).
| Income statement Anglagården Holding AB SEK million |
$Oct-$ Dec 2017 |
Oct-Dec | 2016 | $Jan-$ Dec 2017 |
Jan-Dec 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income | 22 | 12 | 81 | 68 | |
| Profit for the year | -56 | 20 | $-20$ | 43 | |
| Balance Sheet Anglagården Holding AB SEK million |
Dec 31 2017 |
Dec 31 2016 |
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| ASSETS | |||||
| Properties | 799 | 888 | |||
| Other assets | 207 | 215 | |||
| Total assets | 1,006 | 1,103 | |||
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES Shareholders' equity Interest-bearing liabilities |
310 478 |
352 488 |
|||
| Other liabilities | 218 | 263 | |||
| Total equity and liabilities | 1,006 | 1,103 |
Within the business area, some smaller properties are managed where rental of warehouses, garages and industrial premises is conducted for municipal activities and private activities via subsidiaries.
The operations of Serneke Group AB (publ) consist mainly of Group Management and Group-wide services.
Income for the October-December period amounted to SEK 33 million (24) and operating profit amounted to a negative SEK 22 million (9).
Income during the year amounted to SEK 117 million (88) and operating profit amounted to negative SEK 19 million (9).
The Parent Company is indirectly affected by the risks described in the section Significant risks and uncertainty factors.
Related-party transactions in the Serneke Group are normally attributed to contracting assignments, financing and purchasing of consulting services. The main objective is to generate more transactions, primarily in the form of construction projects. These vary depending on the level of activity in the project operations.
The nature and extent of transactions by related parties can be found in the 2016 Annual Report, Note 34. Significant related party-transactions have taken place with the property company Adapta AB, JV Karlastaden and JV Project Mälardalen University, which in the third quarter became a wholly owned subsidiary. Transactions with related parties have been made on market terms. Transactions with Adapta AB are considered to constitute related-party transactions since the principal owner, Ludwig Mattsson, is a member of the Board of Serneke Group. The transactions consisted mainly of construction income and rental of Serneke's headquarters, and sales amounted to SEK 372 million and purchases to SEK 12 million as at December 31, 2017. Transactions with JV Karlastaden consist mainly of project income, and sales amounted to SEK 68 million as at December 31, 2017.
All business operations are associated with risk. Risks that are well managed can lead to opportunities and
create value, while risks that are not managed properly can result in damage and losses. Controlled risk taking is essential for good profitability. Serneke works with risk management from both a Group perspective and an operational perspective.
The capacity to identify, assess, manage and follow up risks is an important part of the governance and control of Serneke's business operations.
Certain significant risks are accounted for below.
External risks
$\bullet$ Political decisions, such as amended tax regulations, conditions of tenure, changed regulations on housing construction, infrastructure investments and municipal planning, could change the conditions of the market and of Serneke's operations.
Operational risks
Financial risks
Interest rate risks; interest rate risks, changes in interest rates could have a negative effect on
performance and financial position.
For further information on risks and uncertainties, see the published Annual Report for 2016 at www.serneke.group.
On August 27, 2014, an agreement was signed to acquire 100 percent of the shares in Värmdö Works AB. According to the agreement on contingent consideration, Serneke shall pay a variable purchase price based on the Company's operating profit for 2015 and cannot exceed SEK 30 million if operating profit should exceed SEK 40 million. Serneke and the seller of Värmdö Byggentreprenader AB are currently in dispute regarding the payment of an additional purchase consideration and the seller has initiated arbitration proceedings. Serneke's view is that the additional consideration should not be paid. The seller's opinion is that an additional purchase consideration of SEK 30 million should be paid. A ruling from the arbitration proceedings is to be issued in the first quarter of 2018.
Oct 3Serneke secures further construction Halmstad
Oct 20Serneke is building apartments for young people in Upplands Väsby
Oct 26Serneke receives project assignments from Akademiska Hus for the School of Business, Economics and Law at the University of Gothenburg
Oct 31 Nomination Committee appointed for the Serneke Group AB Annual General Meeting 2018
Nov 17Serneke to build 160 rental apartments in Årsta
Nov 24Serneke to build 125 apartments for HSB Göteborg
Serneke Group AB has two share series, Series A and B. Serneke had over 5,400 shareholders at March 31, 2017 and the closing price on December 31, 2017 was SEK 89.25.
| Name | Shares of Series A |
Shares of Series B |
Total number of shares |
Proportion of Shares, % |
Proportion of votes,% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ola Serneke Invest AB | 3,710,000 | 2,331,354 | 6,041,354 | 25.99% | 55.16% |
| Lommen Holding AB | 540.000 | 3,457,803 | 3,997,803 | 17.20% | 12.39% |
| Christer Larsson i Trollhättan AB | 380,000 | 497,000 | 877,000 | 3.77% | 6.01% |
| Ledge Ing AB | 330,000 | 450,000 | 780,000 | 3.36% | 5.25% |
| Vision Group i väst AB | 250,000 | 536,000 | 786,000 | 3.38% | 4.25% |
| AB Stratio | 150,000 | 0 | 150,000 | 0.65% | 2.10% |
| Carnegie Fonder | 0 | 1,364,126 | 1,364,126 | 5.87% | 1.91% |
| Svolder Aktiebolag | 0 | 1,200,000 | 1,200,000 | 5.16% | 1.68% |
| Cliens fonder | 0 | 927,600 | 927,600 | 3.99% | 1.30% |
| JPMEL - Stockholm Branch | 0 | 425,000 | 425,000 | 1.83% | 0.59% |
| Total, 10 largest | 5,360,000 | 11,188,883 | 16,548,883 | 71.2% | 90.64% |
| Other shareholders | 0 | 6,699,569 | 6,699,569 | 28.8% | 9.36% |
| Total | 5.360.000 | 17,888,452 | 23,248,452 | 100% | 100% |
Source: Euroclear and Serneke
Share series, number of shares and votes, December 31, 2017
| Share class | Shares | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Series A | ||
| shares | 5,360,000 | 5,360,000,0 |
| Series B | ||
| shares | 17,888,452 | 1,788,845.2 |
| Total | 23,248,452 | 7.148.845.2 |
The Extraordinary General Meeting of June 29, 2016 resolved to issue convertible debentures with a nominal value of approximately SEK 15.9 million. The convertibles are valid up to and including August 26, 2019, carry 1.6 percent annual interest and have a conversion price of SEK 120. Upon conversion, a maximum of 132,350 Series B shares may be added and share capital may increase by a maximum of SEK 13,235. During the term of the convertibles, holders are entitled, on certain occasions, to request conversion into new Series B shares. At December 31, 2017, a total of 850 convertibles were converted to B shares and 131.500 convertibles remained.
At the Annual General Meeting of May 3, 2017, a longterm incentive program was adopted in the form of employee convertibles for employees in the Group. The program entails that the Company take a convertible loan of a maximum nominal value of SEK 20 million through the issue of convertibles. The subscribed amount amounted to approximately SEK 7.6 million, which means that a maximum of 48,503 Class B shares can increase share capital by no more than SEK 4,850.3 at full conversion. The conversion rate was fixed at SEK 157.70. The convertibles fall due September 8, 2020, provided conversion has not taken place before this date. The convertibles will carry an annual interest rate of 2.6 percent.
The decision to offer all employees convertibles was made on market terms whereby each employee was given the right to subscribe to convertibles. The purpose of the offers has been to boost long-term financial commitment among Serneke's employees. The employees have paid the market price for the convertibles received and the programs are not associated with any condition of continued employment or performance of the employee.
Serneke has assessed that the issue has been carried out on market terms and that the terms of the convertibles program are designed in such a way that no benefit exists for employees. Thus, no cost, in addition to interest, is recognized in relation to the convertibles.
Annual Report 2017 week 14 2018 Interim Report January-March 2018, May 3, 2018 Annual General Meeting 2017, May 3, 2018 Interim Report January-June 2018, July 17, 2018 Interim Report January-September 2018, October 24, 2018
The Board of Directors and the CEO certify that this Interim Report provides a fair overview of the Parent Company and Group's operations, position and performance and describes significant risks and uncertainties facing Serneke.
This report has not been reviewed by the Company's auditors.
Gothenburg, February 7, 2018 Serneke Group AB (publ)
Board
Kent Sander Chairman
Mari Broman Member
Ludwig Mattsson Member
Ola Serneke CEO
Anders Wennergren Member
Kristina Willgård Member
Michael Berglin, Deputy CEO E-mail: [email protected] Phone:: +46 (0) 31712 97 00
Anders Düring, CFO E-mail: [email protected] Phone:: 070 88 87 733
This information is such that Serneke Group AB (publ) is obliged to publish pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication on February 7, 2018, at 08:00 a.m.
| Oct-Dec | Jul-Sep | Apr-Jun | Jan-Mar | Oct-Dec | Jul-Sep | Apr-Jun | Jan-Mar | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Income | ||||||||
| Construction | 1,511 | 1,113 | 1,292 | 1,003 | 1,089 | 683 | 809 | 648 |
| Civil Engineering | 208 | 140 | 152 | 123 | 162 | 121 | 93 | 79 |
| Project Development | 53 | 56 | 53 | 50 | 37 | 11 | 323 | $\mathfrak{C}$ |
| Property Management | 18 | 12 | 9 | 12 | 8 | $\overline{4}$ | $\overline{c}$ | $\mathbf{1}$ |
| Group-wide | 37 | 30 | 33 | 8 | 27 | 34 | 20 | 18 |
| Eliminations | $-95$ | $-80$ | $-75$ | $-58$ | $-57$ | $-51$ | $-38$ | -47 |
| Total | 1,732 | 1,271 | 1,464 | 1,138 | 1,266 | 802 | 1,209 | 701 |
| Operating profit | ||||||||
| Construction | 56 | 42 | 44 | 41 | 40 | 19 | 13 | 14 |
| Civil Engineering | $\overline{4}$ | $\ensuremath{\mathsf{3}}$ | $-2$ | $-4$ | $-9$ | $-7$ | $-12$ | -8 |
| Project Development | 15 | 3 | 47 | $\mathbf 0$ | 5 | $-6$ | 343 | -8 |
| Property Management | 182 | 17 | 3 | 11 | 10 | 46 | $-19$ | $\mathsf{O}$ |
| Group-wide | $-47$ | 2 | 3 | $-1$ | $-12$ | 13 | $-7$ | $-4$ |
| Total | 210 | 67 | 95 | 47 | 34 | 65 | 318 | $-6$ |
| Operating margin, % | 12.1 | 5.3 | 6.5 | 4.1 | 2.7 | 8.1 | 26.3 | $-0.9$ |
| Profit after net financial | ||||||||
| items | 206 | 62 | 93 | 40 | 29 | 60 | 313 | -8 |
| Profit/loss for the period | 152 | 51 | 87 | 33 | 26 | 52 | 321 | $-5$ |
| Balance sheet | ||||||||
| Fixed assets | 1,682 | 1,353 | 1,274 | 1,212 | 1,160 | 1,032 | 986 | 340 |
| Current assets | 2,722 | 2,615 | 2,514 | 2,393 | 2,277 | 1,826 | 1,520 | 1,405 |
| Total assets | 4,404 | 3,968 | 3,788 | 3,605 | 3,437 | 2,858 | 2,506 | 1,745 |
| Shareholders' equity | 1,821 | 1,669 | 1,621 | 1,530 | 1,469 | 822 | 769 | 448 |
| Non-current liabilities | 980 | 920 | 738 | 725 | 764 | 919 | 662 | 403 |
| Current liabilities | 1,603 | 1,379 | 1,429 | 1,350 | 1,204 | 1,117 | 1,075 | 894 |
| Total equity and liabilities |
4,404 | 3,968 | 3,788 | 3,605 | 3,437 | 2,858 | 2,506 | 1,745 |
| Orders | ||||||||
| Order bookings | 1,898 | 691 | 1,742 | 2,069 | 1,650 | 920 | 1,724 | 1,245 |
| Order backlog | 7,965 | 7,765 | 8,308 | 7,995 | 7,041 | 6,629 | 6,480 | 5,666 |
| Employees | ||||||||
| Average number of employees |
1,001 | 970 | 919 | 878 | 847 | 800 | 759 | 713 |
| Oct-Dec | $Oct-Dec$ | Jan-Dec | $Jan-Dec$ | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 1,732 | 1.266 | 5.605 | 3,978 |
| Earnings per share, SEK, before dilution | 6.54 | 1.26 | 13.94 | 22.40 |
| Earnings per share, SEK, after dilution | 6.49 | 1.21 | 13.81 | 21.22 |
| Weighted average number of shares before dilution | 23,248,452 | 20.665.163 | 23.169.394 | 17,590,630 |
| Weighted average number of shares after dilution | 23,428,455 | 21.486.014 | 23,396,120 | 18,567,901 |
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Operating profit | 210 | 34 | 419 | 411 |
| Growth, % | 36.8 | 25.3 | 40.9 | 28.0 |
| Order bookings | 1,898 | 1,650 | 6,400 | 5,539 |
| Order backlog | 7,965 | 7,041 | 7,965 | 7,041 |
| Organic growth, % | 34.8 | 25.3 | 39.1 | 28.0 |
| Operating margin, % | 12.1 | 2.7 | 7.5 | 10.3 |
| Cash flow before financing | $-306$ | $-63$ | $-272$ | $-156$ |
| Cash flow from operations per share, before | ||||
| dilution | $-5.94$ | $-2.52$ | 2.03 | 2.56 |
| Cash flow from operations per share, after dilution | $-5.89$ | $-2.42$ | 2.01 | 2.42 |
| Equity per share, SEK, before dilution | 78.33 | 64.67 | 78.33 | 64.67 |
| Equity per share, SEK, after dilution | 77.73 | 62.83 | 77.73 | 62.83 |
| Working capital | 1,119 | 1,073 | 1,119 | 1,073 |
| Capital employed | 2,516 | 1,985 | 2,516 | 1,985 |
| Return on capital employed, % | 21.6 | 31.8 | 21.6 | 31.8 |
| Return on equity after taxes, % | 19.6 | 41.0 | 19.6 | 41.0 |
| Equity/assets ratio, % | 41.3 | 42.7 | 41.3 | 42.7 |
| Net debt | 254 | $-37$ | 254 | $-37$ |
| Net debt/equity ratio, % | 13.9 | $-2.5$ | 13.9 | $-2.5$ |
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 1,732 | 1,266 | 5,605 | 3,978 |
| Production and administration expenses | $-1,634$ | $-1,203$ | $-5,299$ | $-3,738$ |
| Gross profit | 98 | 63 | 306 | 240 |
| Sales and administration expenses | $-71$ | $-33$ | $-151$ | $-97$ |
| 209 | 238 | 42 | ||
| Change in value of investment properties | 0 | 226 | ||
| Revaluation of joint ventures | 0 | $\qquad \qquad -$ | $\Omega$ | |
| Share in profit of associates and joint ventures | $-26$ | 4 | 26 | 0 |
| Operating profit | 210 | 34 | 419 | 411 |
| Net financial items | $-4$ | $-5$ | $-18$ | $-17$ |
| Profit after financial items | 206 | 29 | 401 | 394 |
| Tax | $-54$ | $-3$ | $-78$ | $\mathbf 0$ |
| Profit/loss for the period | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
| Attributable to: | ||||
| Parent Company shareholders | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
| Non-controlling interests | ||||
| Earnings per share before dilution, SEK | 6.54 | 1.26 | 13.94 | 22.40 |
| Earnings per share after dilution, SEK | 6.49 | 1.21 | 13.81 | 21.22 |
| Average number of shares before dilution | 23,248,452 | 20,665,163 | 23,169,394 | 17,590,630 |
| Average number of shares after dilution | 23,428,455 | 21,486,014 | 23,396,120 | 18,567,901 |
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Profit/loss for the period | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
| Other comprehensive income | 0 | u | ||
| Total comprehensive income | 152 | 26 | 323 | 394 |
| SEK million | Dec 31 2017 |
Dec 31 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Assets | ||
| Fixed assets | ||
| Intangible fixed assets | 23 | 23 |
| Investment properties | 895 | 329 |
| Other tangible fixed assets | 95 | 75 |
| Investments in associates/joint ventures | 446 | 424 |
| Deferred tax assets | $\overline{0}$ | 48 |
| Non-current interest-bearing receivables | 10 | 30 |
| Other non-current receivables | 213 | 231 |
| Total fixed assets | 1,682 | 1,160 |
| Current assets | ||
| Project and development properties | 283 | 242 |
| Inventories | 1 | 2 |
| Accounts receivable | 845 | 589 |
| Accrued but not invoiced income | 319 | 252 |
| Other current receivables | 843 | 621 |
| Cash and bank balances | 431 | 571 |
| Total current assets | 2,722 | 2,277 |
| Total assets | 4,404 | 3,437 |
| Equity and liabilities Shareholders' equity |
1,821 | 1,469 |
| Non-current liabilities | ||
| Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | 641 | 436 |
| Other non-current liabilities | 152 | 208 |
| Deferred tax liability | 29 | 0 |
| Other provisions | 158 | 120 |
| Total non-current liabilities | 980 | 764 |
| Current liabilities | ||
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | 54 | 128 |
| Current tax liabilities | 8 | 10 |
| Accounts payable | 799 | 541 |
| Invoiced but not accrued income | 297 | 172 |
| Other current liabilities | 445 | 353 |
| Total current liabilities | 1,603 | 1,204 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 4,404 | 3,437 |
| SEK million | Dec 31 2017 |
Dec 31 2016 |
|---|---|---|
| Equity attributable to Parent Company shareholders | ||
| Balance at beginning of period | 1,469 | 453 |
| New share issue | 598 | |
| Conversion, convertible debenture loans | 29 | 23 |
| Convertible debentures - equity portion | ||
| Comprehensive income for the period | 323 | 394 |
| Balance at end of period | 1.821 | 1,469 |
| SEK million | Oct-Dec 2017 |
Oct-Dec 2016 |
Jan-Dec 2017 |
Jan-Dec 2016 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Operating activities | ||||
| Cash flow before change in working capital | 36 | 20 | 179 | $-11$ |
| Change in working capital | $-174$ | $-72$ | $-132$ | 56 |
| Cash flow from operating activities | $-138$ | $-52$ | 47 | $\overline{45}$ |
| Investing activities | ||||
| Acquisitions of investment properties | $-150$ | $\overline{\phantom{a}}$ | $-248$ | $-175$ |
| Acquisitions of businesses | 0 | -8 | $-10$ | |
| Increase/decrease in investing activities | $-18$ | $-11$ | $-63$ | $-16$ |
| Cash flow from investing activities | $-168$ | $-11$ | $-319$ | $-201$ |
| Cash flow before financing | $-306$ | $-63$ | $-272$ | $-156$ |
| Financing activities | ||||
| Convertible loan | $\overline{0}$ | 8 | 16 | |
| Newly raised borrowings | 102 | 218 | 547 | |
| New share issue | 598 | 598 | ||
| Amortization of liabilities | $-5$ | $-138$ | $-79$ | $-427$ |
| Increase/decrease in financing activities | $-11$ | $-37$ | $-15$ | $-18$ |
| Cash flow from financing activities | 86 | 423 | 132 | $\overline{716}$ |
| Cash flow for the period | $-220$ | 360 | $-140$ | 560 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period | 651 | 211 | 571 | 11 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at end of the period | 431 | 571 | 431 | 571 |
| Parent Company condensed income Statement | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Income | 33 | 24 | 117 | 88 |
| Sales and administration expenses | $-55$ | $-33$ | $-136$ | $-97$ |
| Operating profit | $-22$ | -9 | $-19$ | -9 |
| Net financial items | $-6$ | $-4$ | $-23$ | $-9$ |
| Profit after financial items | $-28$ | $-13$ | $-42$ | $-18$ |
| Appropriations | 33 | $-39$ | 33 | $-39$ |
| Profit/loss before tax | 5 | $-52$ | $-9$ | $-57$ |
| Tax | $-27$ | 8 | $-28$ | 9 |
| Profit/loss for the period | $-22$ | $-44$ | $-37$ | $-48$ |
| $\sim$ 0.1 0.1 1 0.01 1 0.1 0.1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 0.1 1 1 0.1 1 1 0.1 1 1 0 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 |
| Profit/loss for the period | $-22$ | $-44$ | $-37$ | $-48$ |
| Other comprehensive income | 0 | 0 | O | |
| Total comprehensive income | $-22$ | $-44$ | $-37$ | -48 |
Parent Company statement of comprehensive income
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Assets | ||
| Fixed assets | ||
| Tangible fixed assets | 5 | 6 |
| Investments in Group companies | 127 | 75 |
| Deferred tax assets | 29 | 54 |
| Other non-current receivables | $\mathfrak{S}$ | 1 |
| Total fixed assets | 163 | 136 |
| Current assets | ||
| Project and development properties | 3 | 3 |
| Other current receivables | 918 | 721 |
| Cash and bank balances | 392 | 476 |
| Total current assets | 1,313 | 1,200 |
| Total assets | 1,476 | 1,336 |
| Equity and liabilities | ||
| Shareholders' equity | 679 | 683 |
| Non-current liabilities | ||
| Non-current interest-bearing liabilities | 321 | 312 |
| Other provisions | 20 | |
| Total non-current liabilities | 341 | 312 |
| Current liabilities | ||
| Current interest-bearing liabilities | $\mathbf{1}$ | 27 |
| Accounts payable | 14 | 15 |
| Other current liabilities | 441 | 299 |
| Total current liabilities | 456 | 341 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 1,476 | 1,336 |
This Interim Report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34, Interim Financial Reporting. The Interim Report has been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), as well as interpretations of current International Financial Reporting Interpretations Committee (IFRIC) standards as adopted by the EU. The Parent Company's reports have been prepared in compliance with the Annual Accounts Act and the Financial Reporting Board's recommendation RFR 2, Accounting for Legal Entities. New standards and interpretations have not had any material impact on the consolidated accounts. From June 2016, ESMA's guidelines on alternative key indicators are applied.
During the year, the Group acquired and sold assets through companies that were not deemed to be corporate acquisitions/disposals of business. IFRS lacks specific guidance for such transactions. The Group has therefore, in adopting an accounting policy that provides a fair picture of these transactions and reflects their implications, sought guidance in other standards addressing similar transactions, in accordance with IAS 8. Against this background, the Group has chosen to apply the relevant parts of the standard for business combinations, IFRS 3, in accounting for acquisitions and sales of assets through companies.
From 2018 on, IFRS 15 Revenue from Contracts with Customers replaces existing standards related to revenue recognition. Serneke has conducted an analysis of the effects of IFRS 15 and determined that application of the new rules does not result in any significant conversion effects in recognition of revenue. Serneke implements the standard with a forward-looking retroactive transition method.
IFRS 9 Financial Instruments replaces IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement, from 2018. Serneke has conducted an analysis of the effects of IFRS 9, which shows that the new rules do not result in any significant conversion effects. Serneke will apply IFRS 9 retroactively.
In addition, the Interim Report has been prepared in accordance with the same accounting principles and calculation methods as in the Annual Report for 2016. For detailed information regarding accounting policies, see Serneke's 2016 Annual Report, see www.serneke.se.
Financial assets and financial liabilities measured at fair value in the balance sheet are classified according to one of three levels based on the information used to establish the fair value. The Group only holds financial assets and liabilities valued in level 3, which is why levels 1 and 2 have been omitted in the table below. No transfers have been made between the levels during the periods. A more detailed description of the levels can be found in Note 4 of the 2016 Annual Report.
Level 1 - Valuation is made according to prices in active markets for identical instruments.
Level 2 - Financial instruments for which the fair value is established based on valuation models that are based on observable data for the asset or liability other than quoted prices included in Level 1.
Level 3 - Financial instruments for which fair value is established based on valuation models where significant inputs are based on non-observable data.
| Group | Dec 31 |
Dec 31 |
|---|---|---|
| SEK million | 2017 | 2016 |
| Financial assets | ||
| Available-for-sale financial assets* | 2 | |
| Total financial assets | 2 | |
| Financial liabilities | ||
| Other short- and long-term liabilities | 84 | 31 |
| Of which, additional purchase considerations** | 84 | 31 |
| Total financial liabilities | 84 | 31 |
In the fair value calculation of available-for-sale financial assets at level 3, the market price method has been applied.
** In the fair value calculation of the additional purchase considerations at level 3, project estimates, budgets and forecasts have been applied.
For the Group's other financial assets and financial liabilities, the reported values are assessed as corresponding to FAIR VALUE. No significant changes in valuation models, assumptions or inputs were made during the period.
The Group pledges collateral for external loans. The Group's contingent liabilities arise primarily in connection with different property disposals, whereby various operational guarantees may occur, as well as performance guarantees for future contracts. Serneke Group AB (publ) has also entered into a guarantee undertaking, which means that the co-owners in Prioritet Serneke Arena are
jointly responsible for the correct fulfillment of interest and repayment of the associate's liabilities to credit institutions in the event that the associate is unable to pay.
Pledged assets and contingent liabilities in the consolidated balance sheet:
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |
|---|---|---|
| Group | 2017 | 2016 |
| Pledged assets | 724 | 920 |
| Contingent liabilities | 547 | 243 |
| Parent Company | ||
| Pledged assets | 320 | 222 |
| Contingent liabilities | 1,192 | 519 |
| Indicator | Definition | Purpose | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income | Within the construction operations, income is reported in | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| accordance with the percentage-of-completion method. | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||||
| This income is recognized in pace with construction | Company's earnings capacity. | |||||
| project within the Company being completed. For project | ||||||
| development, income and gains on disposals of land and | ||||||
| development rights are recognized at the point in time at | ||||||
| which the material risks and benefits are transferred to the | ||||||
| buyer, which normally coincides with the transfer of | ||||||
| ownership, as well as other income, such as rental income. | ||||||
| In the Parent Company, income corresponds to invoiced | ||||||
| sales of Group-wide services and rental income. | ||||||
| Growth | Income for the period less income for the previous period | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| divided by income for the previous period. | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||||
| Company's capacity to increase its earnings. | ||||||
| Organic | Income for the period, adjusted for acquired growth, less | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| growth | income for the previous period, adjusted for acquired | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | ||||
| growth, divided by income for the previous period, | Company's capacity to increase its income | |||||
| adjusted for acquired growth. | without acquiring operating companies. | |||||
| Oct-Dec | Oct-Dec | Jan-Dec | Jan-Dec | |||
| Calculation of organic growth | 2017 | 2016 | 2017 | 2016 | ||
| Income current period | 1,732 | 1,266 | 5,605 | 3,978 | ||
| Income corresponding period previous period | 1,266 | 1,010 | 3,978 | 3,107 | ||
| Income change | 466 | 256 | 1,627 | 871 | ||
| Adjustment for structural effect | $-26$ | 0 | $-70$ | $\Box$ | ||
| Total organic growth | 440 | 256 | 1,557 | 871 | ||
| Total organic growth (%) | 34.8% | 25.3% | 39.1% | 28.0% | ||
| Order | The value of new projects and changes in existing projects | In Serneke's view, the key indicator allows | ||||
| bookings | during the period. | investors, who so wish, to assess the Group's | ||||
| sales by Business Area Construction and | ||||||
| Business Area Civil Engineering for the | ||||||
| current period. | ||||||
| Order | The value of the Company's undelivered orders at the end | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| backlog | of the period. | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | ||||
| Company's income through Business Area | ||||||
| Construction and Business Area Civil | ||||||
| Engineering in future periods. | ||||||
| Operating | Operating profit divided by income. | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| margin | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||||
| Company's profitability. | ||||||
| Operating | Current assets less current liabilities. | In the Company's view, the key indicator | ||||
| capital | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||||
| Company's tied-up capital in relation to its | ||||||
| competitors. |
| Indicator | Definition | Purpose | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capital | Consolidated total assets less deferred tax assets less non- | In the Company's view, the key indicator | |||
| employed | interest-bearing liabilities including deferred tax liabilities. | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||
| For the business areas, the net of Group-internal | total capital placed at the Company's | ||||
| receivables and liabilities is also deducted. | disposal by shareholders and creditors. | ||||
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | ||||
| Calculation of capital employed | 2017 | ||||
| Total assets | 4,404 | 2016 3,437 |
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| Deferred tax assets | $\overline{0}$ | $-48$ | |||
| Less non-interest-bearing liabilities including deferred tax liabilities | $-1,888$ | $-1,404$ | |||
| Capital employed | 2,516 | 1,985 | |||
| Return on | Profit after net financial items plus financial expenses | In the Company's view, the key indicator | |||
| capital | divided by average capital employed for the period. | allows investors, who so wish, to assess the | |||
| employed | Accumulated interim periods are based on rolling 12- | Company's capacity to generate a return on | |||
| month earnings. | the total capital placed at the Company's | ||||
| disposal by shareholders and creditors. | |||||
| Calculation of average capital employed | Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |||
| 2017 | 2016 | ||||
| December 31, 2017 (2516) + December 31, 2016 (1,985) / 2 | 2,251 | ||||
| December 31, 2016 (1,985) + December 31, 2015 (670) / 2 | 1,328 | ||||
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | ||||
| Calculation of return on capital employed | 2017 | 2016 | |||
| Profit after net financial items | 401 | 394 | |||
| Plus financial expenses | 85 | 28 | |||
| Average capital employed | 2,251 | 1,328 | |||
| Return on capital employed | 21.6% | 31.8% |
| Indicator | Definition | Purpose | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Return on equity | Profit for the period as a percentage of average | In the Company's view, the key | ||
| shareholders' equity. Accumulated interim | indicator allows investors, who so | |||
| periods are based on rolling 12-month earnings. | wish, to assess the Company's | |||
| capacity to generate a return on the | ||||
| capital shareholders have placed at | ||||
| the Company's disposal. | ||||
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |||
| Calculation of average shareholders' equity | 2017 | 2016 | ||
| December 31, 2017 (1,821) + December 31, 2016 (1,469) / 2 | 1,645 | |||
| December 31, 2016 (1469) + December 31, 2015 (453) / 2 | 961 | |||
| Dec 31 | Dec 31 | |||
| Calculation of return on shareholders' equity | 2017 | 2016 | ||
| Profit/loss for the period | 323 | 394 | ||
| Average shareholders' equity | 1,645 | 961 | ||
| Return on equity | 19.6% | 41.0% | ||
| Equity/assets ratio | Shareholders' equity less minority interests as a | The equity/assets ratio shows the | ||
| percentage of total assets. | proportion of total assets represented | |||
| by shareholders' equity and has been | ||||
| included to allow investors to be able | ||||
| to assess the Company's capital | ||||
| structure. | ||||
| Net debt | Interest-bearing liabilities less liquid assets less | |||
| interest-bearing receivables. | Net debt is a measure deemed relevant for creditors and credit rating |
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| agencies. | ||||
| Net debt/equity ratio | Interest-bearing net debt divided by | Net debt/equity ratio is a measure | ||
| shareholders' equity. | deemed relevant for creditors and | |||
| credit rating agencies. | ||||
| Equity per share | Total equity according to the balance sheet | The Company believes that key | ||
| divided by the number of shares outstanding on | indicators give investors a better | |||
| the closing date. | understanding of historical return per | |||
| share at the closing date. | ||||
| Cash flow from | Cash flow from operating activities divided by the | |||
| operations per share | average number of shares during the period. | It is the Company's view that the key indicator gives investors a better |
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| understanding of the operations' cash | ||||
| flow in relation to the number of | ||||
| shares, adjusted for changes in the | ||||
| number of shares during the period. | ||||
| Earnings per share | Profit for the period divided by the average | It is the Company's view that the key | ||
| number of shares during the period. | indicator gives investors a better | |||
| understanding of profit per share. | ||||
Serneke is a rapidly growing corporate group active in construction, civil engineering, project development and property management with around 1,000 employees. Through novel thinking, we drive development and create more effective and more innovative solutions for responsible construction. The business has a good mix of
Serneke Group AB (publ) Headquarters: Kvarnbergsgatan 2 SE-411 05 Gothenburg Phone: +46 (0) 31-712 97 00 | [email protected] public and commercial assignments, providing strength over economic cycles.
Serneke's annual reports and other financial information are available under the tab Investors at www.serneke.group.
On February 7, 2018 at 09:00 a.m. (CET), Serneke Group will comment on this Interim Report in a conference call with an online presentation for investors, analysts and the media. The presentation will be in Swedish and can be followed live via webcast at www.serneke.group. Presentation materials for the presentation will be available on the website one hour before the webcast begins.
To participate, please dial: From Sweden: 08-5664 2700 +44 20 3008 9803 From the UK:
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