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Vistin Pharma — Earnings Release 2024
Aug 23, 2024
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Presentation 2024
Magnus Tolleshaug (CEO) / Alexander Karlsen (CFO) 23 August 2024

Highlights Market overview Financial review Summary Appendix

Highlights
Second quarter 2024 results
MNOK 106 in revenue vs. MNOK 107 in Q2 2023
- Currency neutral revenue slightly higher in the quarter compared to Q2'23 (+1%)
- MNOK 210 in revenue YTD 2024 compared to MNOK 208 YTD last year
Record high EBITDA of MNOK 27 vs. MNOK 20 in Q2 2023, an increase of 40%
- EBITDA positively affected by product mix, favorable material cost prices and good cost control in quarter
- EBITDA YTD of MNOK 48 compared to MNOK 34 YTD 2023, an increase of 42%
Other
- Manufacturing line 2 has been producing according to plan from April, after the unplanned maintenance/repair in first quarter
- Planned bi-annual maintenance stop successfully completed in second quarter
- Cash dividend of NOK 0.50 per share distributed in June 2024. Additional dividend of NOK 0.50 per share planned to be distributed in Q4
- Net profit positively affected with MNOK 2.5 in quarter by fair value of future FX cash flow hedging contracts (unrealized gain - no cash effect in quarter)

Vistin has high focus on reducing local and global emissions, and programs are in place to consume responsibly and recycle where possible


Highlights Market overview Financial review Summary Appendix

A pure play metformin company – supporting patients worldwide in a growing market
Diabetes
One of the largest health emergencies in the 21st century
Metformin
The gold standard treatment of type 2 diabetes + =
Vistin Pharma growth opportunity A leading global producer of premium metformin
- Market demand for Metformin is expected to grow 4-6% annually
- Vistin's global market share will be approx. 10% when new capacity expansion is fully utilized

Diabetes – A global emergency
Number of people with diabetes expected to increase by 50% from 2019-2045 to 750 million people


Vistin Pharma produces about 10% of the world's demand of metformin and has a world-wide sales coverage
World sales map



Highlights Market review Financial review Summary
Appendix

Long track of profitable growth


Sales volume increased by 4% compared to Q2'23, even with limited available volume in April due to production downtime in Q1

Quarterly sales volume metformin (HCl & DC)

Figures in Metric Tons (MT)

Revenue increased compared to Q2'23 (currency neutral), partly offset by lower global metformin prices due to decreased raw material prices

- Revenue of MNOK 106 in Q2'24 vs 107 in Q2'23, adjusted for slightly stronger NOK compared to EUR/USD in 2023, revenue increased by 1%
- April affected by limited sales volume available due to unplanned production downtime in Q1 – May and June available sales volume was according to plan
- Global Metformin prices are lower past twelve months as raw material prices have decreased from high post pandemic levels
Figures in MNOK

Positive development in gross margin with stable production volumes and economies of scale in raw material purchasing

Q4 2022 adjusted for the one-time positive liquidated damage compensation (MNOK ~12.5)
Gross margin (Total revenue – raw materials & freight costs)
- Positive development in gross margin due to stable production and favorable economies of scale in raw material purchasing
- Vistin' s ambition for long-term gross margin is >60%
Record high EBITDA of MNOK 27.3 vs. MNOK 19.6 in Q2 2023, a 40% increase compared to same quarter last year

• EBITDA positively affected by product mix, favorable material cost prices and good cost control in quarter
Figures in MNOK

Key figures: income statement
| (NOK 1 000) | Q2 2024 | Q2 2023 | YTD 2024 | YTD 2023 | FY 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total revenue and other income | |||||
| Total revenue and other income | 106 081 | 106 729 | 209 964 | 207 669 | 438 328 |
| EBITDA | |||||
| EBITDA | 27 337 | 19 546 | 47 778 | 33 688 | 85 944 |
| EBIT | |||||
| EBIT | 22 328 | 15 313 | 38 087 | 25 255 | 68 597 |
| Depreciation & amortisation | -5 009 | -4 233 | -9 691 | -8 433 | -17 347 |
| Net finance income/(expense) | 2 239 | -6 214 | -3 704 | -19 977 | -10 079 |
| Profit/(loss) before tax | 24 567 | 9 099 | 34 383 | 5 278 | 58 517 |
| Profit/(loss) for the period | 19 162 | 7 097 | 26 819 | 4 117 | 45 595 |
Balance sheet
Assets
| 30.06.2024 | 30.06.2023 | 31.12.2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASSETS | |||
| Non-current assets | |||
| Fixed assets | 229 973 | 218 433 | 219 984 |
| Financial Assets | 11 433 | - | - |
| Deferred tax assets | 7 074 | 27 440 | 14 638 |
| Total non-current assets | 248 480 | 245 873 | 234 622 |
| Current assets | |||
| Inventory | 68 787 | 80 579 | 80 171 |
| Trade receivables | 67 216 | 52 373 | 47 023 |
| Other receivables | 7 099 | 1 356 | 15 376 |
| Cash & cash equivalents | 11 389 | 2 920 | 26 204 |
| Total current assets | 154 490 | 137 229 | 168 774 |
Total Assets 402 970 383 103 403 397
- Deferred tax asset in relation to realized loss for Energy Trading in Q1 2020
- Inventory consisting of approx. 70/30 raw materials and finished goods
- Reduced sea transportation through the Suez canal has significantly increased freight lead times. However, no impact on production in the first half of the year, due to safety stock of critical raw materials

Balance sheet
Equity and liabilities
| 30.06.2024 | 30.06.2023 | 31.12.2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | |||
| Equity | |||
| Share capital | 44 345 | 44 345 | 44 345 |
| Share premium | 151 470 | 206 885 | 206 885 |
| Retained earnings | 98 360 | 26 372 | 71 540 |
| Total equity | 294 175 | 277 602 | 322 770 |
| Non-current liabilities | |||
| Other non-current liablites | 1 764 | 2 489 | 2 287 |
| Pension liabilites | 8 372 | 13 199 | 8 864 |
| Total non-current | 10 136 | 15 687 | 11 151 |
| liabilities | |||
| Current liabilities | |||
| Trade payables | 13 443 | 33 940 | 18 916 |
| Short term debt | 45 835 | - | - |
| Other current liabilities | 39 380 | 55 873 | 50 558 |
| Total current liabilities | 98 658 | 89 814 | 69 473 |
| Total liabilities | 108 795 | 105 501 | 80 624 |
| Total Equity and Liabilities |
402 970 | 383 103 | 403 397 |
- Strong balance sheet with an equity ratio of 73%
- Net interest-bearing debt of MNOK 34.4 as of end June. Change from net cash as of end 2023 and to net debt driven by dividend payout in January and June (total NOK 1.25 per share) and the acquisition of 15% of the shares in CF Pharma
- Vistin has additional credit facilities available if needed


Highlights Market overview Financial review Summary Appendix
All time high EBITDA of 27.3 MNOK in Q2'2024 with gross margin of 64%
Metformin market expected to continue to grow by 4-6% annually
Freight prices are expected to gradually increase during 2024 due to recent spike in freight rates
Sales prices and volume for remaining 2024 are booked
The long-term renewable energy supply agreement signed with Statkraft until 2032 provides predictable cost and secures 100% green hydropower long-term
Attractive Metformin growth potential to be realized when the remaining manufacturing capacity is fully available and utilized
Vistin is strategically well positioned as leading European clients prefer high quality supplies, near-shore production and an attractive ESGprofile
Vistin has an ambition to pay out 50 percent of net annual profit as dividend, to be balanced against the company's financial strength and capital requirements for future growth
After the purchase of 15% of CF Pharma in Q1, Vistin is exploring our various strategic options for further growth

Highlights Market overview Financial review Summary Appendix
Double capacity double care metformin strategy
Strategically positioned producer of two different metformin products: Metformin HCl and DC
- Enhance our capability to supply tailor-made products
- Improve COGS by investing in costefficient supply of raw materials, waste handling and LEAN
- Strategically well positioned as many European clients prefer high quality supplies, near-shore production and a leading ESGprofile
Attractive growth potential with new production line installed in 2022
- Decided in April '20 to invest MNOK 100 to increase the annual production capacity up to 7000MT
- Sales volume increased by ~44% from 2022 to 2023
- Vistin is experiencing a strong demand for it's Metformin
A premium producer in a competitive market
- Sales to reputable international pharmaceutical companies
- State-of-the-art, fully automated manufacturing plant in Kragerø, Norway
- Certified by all significant international regulatory bodies
Metformin market expected to continue to grow by 4-6% annually
- Diabetes is one of the largest health crises of the 21st century
- Metformin is expected to maintain its position as the Gold Standard treatment for T2D in the foreseeable future
- The additional demand for metformin HCl is by industry experts forecasted to grow by approx. 21.000MT to 90.000MT by 2029
Appendix
Top 20 shareholders as of end June 2024
| NAME | SHAREHOLDING | % SHARE |
|---|---|---|
| INTERTRADE SHIPPING AS* | 12 575 000 | 28,36 % |
| HOLMEN SPESIALFOND | 3 842 055 | 8,66 % |
| PACTUM VEKST AS* | 2 991 773 | 6,75 % |
| MP PENSJON PK | 1 719 848 | 3,88 % |
| FERNCLIFF LISTED DAI AS* | 1 234 280 | 2,78 % |
| STORKLEIVEN AS | 751 000 | 1,69 % |
| AUGUST RINGVOLD AGENTUR AS | 750 315 | 1,69 % |
| LUCELLUM AS | 720 000 | 1,62 % |
| HENRIK MIDTTUN HAAVIE | 670 580 | 1,51 % |
| IVAR LØGES STIFTELSE | 550 000 | 1,24 % |
| SURFSIDE HOLDING AS | 527 960 | 1,19 % |
| TOM RAGNAR PRESTEGÅRD STAAVI | 526 324 | 1,19 % |
| CORTEX AS | 508 989 | 1,15 % |
| SANDEN EQUITY AS | 500 000 | 1,13 % |
| WEM INVEST AS | 500 000 | 1,13 % |
| DNB BANK ASA | 493 327 | 1,11 % |
| DELTA AS | 410 000 | 0,92 % |
| GINKO AS | 400 000 | 0,90 % |
| ØYSTEIN STRAY SPETALEN* | 323 650 | 0,73 % |
| MELESIO INVEST AS | 309 808 | 0,70 % |
| Total 20 largest shareholders |
30 304 909 | 68,34 % |
| Other shareholders | 14 039 683 | 31,66 % |
| Total number of shareholders | 44 344 592 | 100,00 % |
*Board members of Vistin Pharma ASA

Thank you for your attention
Magnus Tolleshaug (CEO) Alexander Karlsen (CFO) 23 August 2024