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Síminn — Investor Presentation 2024
Apr 23, 2024
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Investor Presentation Q1 2024
Orri Hauksson and Óskar Hauksson
23 April 2024
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Operation
Income statement
| Income statement | Q1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | Change | % | |
| Net sales | 6.575 | 6.298 | 277 | 4,4% |
| Cost of sales | (4.180) | (4.155) | (25) | 0,6% |
| Operating expenses | (1.964) | (1.825) | (139) | 7,6% |
| EBIT | 431 | 318 | 113 | 35,5% |
| Net financial items | (195) | (1) | (194) | - |
| Income tax | (65) | (71) | 6 | -8,5% |
| Net profit | 171 | 246 | (75) | -30,5% |
| EBITDA | 1.435 | 1.315 | 120 | 9,1% |
| EPS | 0,07 | 0,07 | - | 0,0% |



EBITDA increase of just over 9% between years and EBIT increase of just under 36%
- TV revenue increases by more than 9%
- Revenue from Siminn Premium increased by 13%
- Advertising revenue increases by more than 7%
- Mobile revenues increase by almost 8%
- Roaming revenue up by almost 8%
- Significant increase in the number of mobile customers
- Internet and network revenue increases by 5%
Total costs increase by almost 3%, mainly due to an increase in cost from infrastructure suppliers and an increase in salaries
Profit decreased by ISK 75 million between years
- Siminn had almost ISK 100 million in interest income in Q1 2023 from the proceeds of the sale of a bond related to the sale of Mila
The Completion date for the acquisition of three companies in the advertising market (Billboard) was 27 March
- The acquisition affects the balance sheet but not operations in Q1 2024
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Revenue by segment
| Segments | Q1 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2023 | Change | % | |
| Mobile | 1.628 | 1.513 | 115 | 7,6% |
| Internet & network | 2.064 | 1.966 | 98 | 5,0% |
| TV | 2.009 | 1.838 | 171 | 9,3% |
| Equipment sales | 424 | 472 | -48 | -10,2% |
| Other revenue | 450 | 509 | -59 | -11,6% |
| Total revenue | 6.575 | 6.298 | 277 | 4,4% |
Mobile: Revenues from mobile services in Iceland and abroad, whether conventional GSM services, satellite services or other mobile services.
Internet & network: Revenue from data services, including xDSL services, GPON, Internet, IP networks, local loops and access networks.
TV: Distribution of TV, subscriptions, fees and advertising on Simon TV.
Equipment sales: Revenue from sale of telco equipment and accessories.
Other: Revenue related to telecommunications, information technology and finance. From 2024, fixed line services for businesses and individuals are also included, and comparative figures are updated accordingly.

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Other segments
Strong start to the year
The sales side of the business is performing well at the beginning of the year, but at the same time churn rates are higher than usual
- The reason for this is, among other things, that there were lot of entry offers in the market
In total there isn't much of a change in the number of customers in Q1, but that quarter is historically the weakest
Síminn significantly changed the composition of products in the residential market last year
Severance agreements in Q1 2024 have effect on increase in labor costs during the quarter
The outcome of the collective bargaining agreement was in line with assumptions Síminn budgeted for this year
Other costs items are expected to be in line with budget for the year
Much work has been done on improving service processes and the customer experience at Síminn
As usually, quality content will be offered on Síminn TV
Síminn is therefore optimistic that revenue development for the year will be favorable and expectations for earnings growth for the year will be met
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Balance sheet and cash flows
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Balance sheet
| Assets | 31.03.2024 | 31.12.2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Property, plant and equipment | 3.444 | 2.552 |
| Right-of-use assets | 1.563 | 732 |
| Intangible assets | 25.180 | 21.047 |
| Other non-current assets | 407 | 431 |
| Non-current assets | 30.594 | 24.762 |
| Inventories | 1.304 | 1.257 |
| Accounts receivables | 2.509 | 2.279 |
| Loans (Siminn Pay) | 2.801 | 2.715 |
| Other current assets | 1.489 | 966 |
| Cash and cash equivalents | 2.026 | 1.810 |
| Current assets | 10.129 | 9.027 |
| Total assets | 40.723 | 33.789 |
| Equity and liabilities | 31.03.2024 | 31.12.2023 |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Total equity | 18.101 | 17.600 |
| Total equity | 18.101 | 17.600 |
| Borrowings | 11.650 | 7.470 |
| Finance lease | 1.163 | 503 |
| Deferred tax liabilities | 292 | 232 |
| Non-current liabilities | 13.105 | 8.205 |
| Bank loans | 2.488 | 2.281 |
| Accounts payables | 3.829 | 4.261 |
| Current maturities of borrowings | 909 | 276 |
| Other current liabilities | 2.291 | 1.166 |
| Current liabilities | 9.517 | 7.984 |
| Total equity and liabilities | 40.723 | 33.789 |
Net interest bearing debt with lease liabilities and Pay

Net interest bearing debt with lease liabilities to EBITDA*


Net interest-bearing debt with lease liabilities to EBITDA*

Return on Equity*
Net interest-bearing debt takes into account loans from Siminn Pay. Net interest-bearing debt/EBITDA for Q1 2024 includes Billboard's EBITDA.
*Without competition fine paid in 2020 and refunded in 2022.
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Cash flow
| Cash Flow | Q1 2024 | Q1 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Cash flow from operating activities | ||
| Operating profit | 431 | 318 |
| Operational items not affecting cash flow: | ||
| Depreciation | 1.004 | 997 |
| Items not affecting cash flow | 21 | 0 |
| 1.456 | 1.315 | |
| Changes in current assets and liabilities | (177) | (145) |
| Cash generated by operation | 1.279 | 1.170 |
| Net interest expenses paid during the period | (68) | 118 |
| Payments of taxes during the period | (90) | (158) |
| Net cash from operating activities | 1.121 | 1.130 |
| Investing activities | ||
| Net investment in property, plant and equipments | (1.292) | (1.616) |
| Consumer Loans Siminn Pay | (119) | (266) |
| Acquisition of subsidiary, net of cash acquired | (3.732) | 0 |
| Sale of bond | 0 | 15.685 |
| Investing activities | (5.143) | 13.803 |
| Financing activities | ||
| Dividend paid | 0 | (499) |
| Purchase of own shares | (191) | (643) |
| Share capital reduction | 0 | (15.580) |
| Payment of long term lease | (69) | (63) |
| Net Financing activities | 4.500 | 0 |
| Financing activities | 4.240 | (16.785) |
| Changes in cash and cash equivalents | 218 | (1.852) |
| Translation effects on cash | (2) | (37) |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the year | 1.810 | 3.721 |
| Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period | 2.026 | 1.832 |
Síminn's acquisition of 3 companies in the advertising market has a significant impact on the Balance sheet:
- Fixed assets increase by ISK 848 million
- Lease assets increase by ISK 887 million
- Current assets increase by ISK 309 million
- Goodwill increase by ISK 4,406 million
- Total liabilities increase by ISK 1,565 million
To finance the acquisition, Síminn drew ISK 3 billion on a credit line of company has had undrawn since 2021. In addition, own shares for ISK 1 billion and the remainder was paid in cash
An expansion of Síminn's bond issue was done in Q1. The bond is due on June 30, 2026
- The interest rate of the bond is 1M REIBOR + 1.3% margin and is paid monthly
- The increase of the issue amounted to ISK 1.5 billion and the total size is now ISK 3 billion
Síminn's stock exchange issuance frame is in total ISK 6 billion of which ISK 5.4 billion have been utilized
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CAPEX
CAPEX


Investment in content and broadcasting rights represents approximately 60% of total investment in Q1 2024
- The last payment for broadcasting rights to English the Premier League, for the contract period that began in 2022, was in the first quarter of the year
- Investment in content was according to a contract with HBO
The development and maintenance of technical infrastructure consists of upgrading digital service infrastructure, upgrading mobile core applications and strengthening of TV infrastructure
Investments are without mobile frequency licenses
Highlights

Billboard a part of the group
In January, Siminn signed a purchase agreement to acquire all shares in three companies in the advertising market
On 15 March, the Competition Authority informed Siminn that the agency had concluded an investigation into the acquisition and did not consider that further investigation or intervention in the case was warranted
On the completion date, 27 March, Siminn received the share capital of the companies and paid the largest part of the purchase price, ISK 3,714 billion in cash and 101.153.146 shares in Siminn
Final settlement shall take place no later than 6 months from the date of completion when a final adjustment of the purchase price taking into account the balance of net interest-bearing liabilities and current assets as of the completion date has taken place

Billboard
Billboard started in July 2016
There are currently 27 employees
The company Dengsi ehf. was acquired in 2017
An agreement with the City of Reykjavík on the operation of bus stops was done in 2018
Billboard is largely two types of media:
- A total of 41 large landscape screens
- A total of 540 screens in 270 bus stops
The company has a total of 300 locations

Síminn Pay's lending slows down in first quarter
Lending increase in Q1 2024 amounts to ISK 85 million.
- Léttkaup (consumer loans) continue to contract, declining by 14% since the beginning of the year
- Léttkort (credit card) lending increased by 11% since the beginning of the year
Total number of Léttkort cards is currently 8,500

Development of Fin-tech solutions continues
Great opportunities for growth in the corporate market, as the development of Fin-tech solutions in Iceland so far has mainly focused on the residential market
- More than 40 companies and organizations have adopted Electronic orders, and have more than ISK 3 billion passed through the system in the last 12 months
- Síminn Pay's Corporate card is being tested with selected parties, and reception of the system has exceeded our expectations.
- It will be open for public use in the next few weeks.
- Both Electronic Orders and the Corporate Card involve a revolution in the way companies manage employee withdrawals, e.g. such as overview, security and control

Síminn TV, 5G rollout and WiFi 7
Three domestic series premiered in the quarter
- Síminn will show six of the eleven domestic series that will be shown during the year
Live broadcasts from matches between the under 19, under 20 and under 21 national teams in collaboration with The Icelandic Football Association, as well as live broadcasts from the junior cup finals and friendly matches between the men's national team in collaboration with the Icelandic Handball Association
Continued upgrade of 4G sites across the country that will increase performance and coverage, along with a number of new 5G sites in urban areas
Síminn is the first Icelandic telecom operator to offer WiFi 7 routers that ensure increased speeds, lower response times and support an increased number of devices
Barnaheill and Síminn launched a campaign that encourages responsible mobile phone use and phone-free family time together

Shareholders
Shareholders
Shareholders

| Shareholders 17.4.2024 | Position | % O/S |
|---|---|---|
| Stoðir hf. | 461.194.170 | 17,40% |
| Brú Lífeyrissjóður starfs sveit | 264.877.095 | 10,00% |
| Lífeyrissj.starfsm.rík. A-deild | 253.771.439 | 9,58% |
| Lífeyrissjóður verzlunarmanna | 215.422.187 | 8,13% |
| Gildi - lífeyrissjóður | 149.446.085 | 5,64% |
| Birta lífeyrissjóður | 105.467.528 | 3,98% |
| Stefnir - Innlend hlutabréf hs. | 91.625.521 | 3,46% |
| Söfnunarsjóður lífeyrisréttinda | 88.830.504 | 3,35% |
| Stapi lífeyrissjóður | 78.151.623 | 2,95% |
| Lífeyrissjóður starfsm Rvborgar | 71.407.033 | 2,69% |
| Top 10 shareholders | 1.780.193.185 | 67,18% |
| Other Shareholders | 818.460.961 | 30,89% |
| Shares outstanding | 2.598.654.146 | 98,06% |
| Own shares | 51.345.854 | 1,94% |
| Total number of shares | 2.650.000.000 | 100,00% |

- Stoðir hf.
- Brú Lífeyrissjóður starfs sveit
- Lífeyrissj.starfsm.rík. A-deild
- Lífeyrissjóður verzlunarmanna
- Gildi - lífeyrissjóður
- Birta lífeyrissjóður
- Stefnir - Innlend hlutabréf hs.
- Söfnunarsjóður lífeyrisréttinda
- Stapi lífeyrissjóður
- Lífeyrissjóður starfsm Rvborgar
- Other Shareholders
- Own shares
Shareholders
- 500 m.kr was paid in dividend on 5 April 2024
- Share capital was reduced on 27 March 2024 by 125.000.000. own shares, with a share capital of 2.650.000.000
- Síminn paid part of Billboard's purchase price with own shares in Síminn, or a total of 101.153.146 shares.
- Own shares are 51.345.854 shares, which is just under 2% of issued share capital.
- There were 1.000 shareholders at the end of Q1 2024
- Síminn's shares have risen by 1,5% since the beginning of the year
Outlook for 2024
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Outlook for 2024
The earnings forecast is updated and now takes into account that Billboard is part of the Siminn group from of 31 March
- Billboard's revenue is around ISK 1,400 million on an annual basis and EBITDA around ISK 800 million
The EBITDA forecast for the year is increased by ISK 600 million related to the acquisition of Billboard
CAPEX is raised by ISK 100 million related to the acquisition of Billboard
| EBITDA | — ISK 7.0 – 7.3 billion |
|---|---|
| EBIT | — ISK 2.7 – 3.0 billion |
| CAPEX | — ISK 3.3 – 3.6 billion* |
- Excluding licenses and spectrum
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Appendix
Disclaimer
Information contained in this presentation is based on sources that Síminn hf. ("Síminn" or the "company") considers reliable at each time. Its accuracy or completeness can however not be guaranteed. This report contains forward-looking statements that reflect the management's current views with respect to certain future events and potential financial performance. Although the management believe that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking statements are reasonable, no assurance can be given that such expectations will prove to have been correct.
The forward-looking information contained in this presentation applies only as at the date of this presentation. Síminn does not undertake any obligation to provide recipients of this presentation with any further information on the company or to make amendments or changes to this publication should inaccuracies or errors be discovered or opinions or information change. Other than as required by applicable laws and regulation.
This presentation is solely for information purposes and is not intended to form part of or be the basis of any decision making by its recipients. Nothing in this presentation should be construed as a promise or recommendation. Statements contained in this presentation that refer to the company's estimated or anticipated future results or future activities are forward looking statements which reflect the company's current analysis of existing trends, information and plans. Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially depending on factors such as the availability of resources, the timing and effect of regulatory actions and other factors.
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