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| Share Name | Share Symbol | Market | Type | Share ISIN | Share Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C&c Group Plc | LSE:CCR | London | Ordinary Share | IE00B010DT83 | ORD EUR0.01 (CDI) |
| Price Change | % Change | Share Price | Bid Price | Offer Price | High Price | Low Price | Open Price | Shares Traded | Last Trade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.40 | -0.84% | 165.60 | 165.20 | 165.80 | 167.00 | 165.00 | 165.00 | 90,389 | 12:19:14 |
| Industry Sector | Turnover | Profit | EPS - Basic | PE Ratio | Market Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Distilled And Blended Liquor | 1.69B | 51.9M | 0.1324 | 12.51 | 648.95M |
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C&C Group plc
RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHSED 31 AUGUST 2016
Dublin, London, 27 October 2016: C&C Group plc ('C&C' or the 'Group'), a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded cider, beer, wine and soft drinks announces results for the six months ended 31 August 2016 ("H1'17").
Significant progress against operational priorities for FY2017
Hot Features
Premium
-- Stabilise trading in Ireland and Scotland
Bulmers volumes up +6% supported by category growth and commercial
initiatives
Tennent's volumes up +2% in the Scottish IFT and regaining share
-- Invest behind Magners Original brand to grow volume and share as
category rationalises
Magners brand volumes +11% and market share +140bpts (H1-on-H1)
Magners Original apple now 84% of total brand volumes with small
pack +13% and draught +50%
-- Sustain International volume growth and develop increased
contribution to Group
Export markets +10% volume growth; now 4% of Group volumes
-- Transition to Pabst partnership and begin the process of recovery
in the US
Integrated Pabst/VHCC sales, marketing and distribution platform
now in place
Targeting national account wins in the key Spring 2017 "sets"
-- Expand premium and speciality portfolio to complement key brands
strategy
+24% volume growth across our portfolio of premium and speciality
beers and ciders comprising Heverlee, Menabrea, Clonmel 1650,
Drygate, and Chaplin & Cork's
Portfolio progressing towards target of 5% of Group branded
revenues
-- Deliver EUR15m of cost savings and efficiency gains
Consolidation of production by end of calendar year
Utilisation rates and costs savings on track; but benefit weighted
to the second half
Financial headlines
-- Net revenue in our domestic markets for the combined Bulmers,
Tennent's and Magners brands saw a modest decline of 0.8% in the first
half
-- Reported operating profit before exceptional items for the first half
of EUR55.1m, down 7.9%(vi). Incremental investment in
marketing (+EUR3.6m in core brands) and price support are significant
factors
-- Operating profits(ii) stabilised in Ireland following a
challenging FY16
-- The fall in the value of sterling particularly following the Brexit
vote had an adverse impact on reported revenues and operating profits
of EUR24.4m and EUR2.8m, respectively
-- Cash generation remains strong with FCF of EUR56.3m in the first half
representing 89.8% of EBITDA(i). Net debt(v) was
EUR155.2m representing 1.4x EBITDA(i), having completed a
further EUR21.1m of buy-backs in the period.
-- Adjusted diluted EPS 13.9 cent down 6.1% reflecting lower operating
profit(ii) and the beneficial impact of c. EUR128m of share
buy-backs over the last two years
Outlook and interim dividend
-- First half financial performance defined by currency headwind and
investment in marketing and price support to drive momentum in our
core brands
-- H2 will benefit from
Second-half weighting of cost reduction plans and efficiency gains
H1-weighting of increased marketing spend
Improving Tennent's rate performance in Scotland, against easier
prior year comparatives
-- However, we are seeing some volatility in consumer behaviour across
our industry as a result of the heightened economic uncertainty
following the Brexit vote and subsequent devaluation in sterling
-- Interim dividend increase of 5% to 4.96c per share (H1'16: 4.73c),
maintaining prior commitments to a progressive dividend policy and
commensurate with good cash generation and a strong balance sheet.
Summary financials
H1'17 Constant Currency (vi) % change
% change
Net Revenue EUR307.0m (8.1%)*
Operating profit(ii) EUR55.1m (7.9%)
Free cash flow/EBITDA (% conversion) 89.8% (1.7ppts)
Adjusted EBITDA(i) EUR62.7m (13.6%)
Free cash flow(iii) EUR56.3m
Basic Earnings per Share (EPS) 13.8 cent 0.7%
Adjusted diluted EPS(iv) 13.9 cent (6.1%)
Dividend per share 4.96 cent 5.0%
*The accounting policy changes in the US following commencement of our partnership with the Pabst Brewing Company on 1st March 2016 accounts for 1.4ppts of the 8.1% constant currency net revenue decline.
Stephen Glancey, C&C Group CEO, commented:
"In the first half Bulmers grew by 6%, Tennent's by 2% and Magners by 11% supported by increased brand investment and organisational focus. It is also pleasing to note continued growth in export with Tennent's volumes particularly strong up 50% in the period. While reported earnings have been impacted by a combination of accelerated investment and currency we believe that this level of investment ultimately underpins long term brand values.
Our portfolio of premium and craft beers and ciders such as Heverlee, Menabrea and Chaplin & Cork's is developing well, growing volumes by 24% in the first half. This portfolio supports our three core brands by providing customers with an authentic, compelling and differentiated range tailored towards increasing experimentation amongst modern consumers.Our local manufacturing and route to market capability make C&C an attractive distribution partner for local craft producers and International brands alike.
Our consolidation and efficiency programme is going to plan with minimum disruption to the broader business. This is testament to the skill, professionalism and hard work of our people. As part of the operational consolidation we invested EUR9m in a new PET bottling line at Clonmel in the first half and sold our bottling operations in Shepton for EUR9m. Last week we also completed the disposal of our cidery in Shepton Mallet. We remain on track to deliver the EUR15m of targeted cost savings and efficiency gains. With improving utilisation rates and stable input cost environment, we now have a well-invested, low cost manufacturing platform that will enable our brands to compete effectively in price sensitive markets.
In the first half we have seen some variability in consumer demand and are cautious on forward consumer reaction to political and economic conditions in our core markets.However, we have a business that is capable of weathering these challenges and our confidence in the medium to long term outlook is based on the strength of our key brands, our business model and leading positions in Ireland and Scotland - where fundamentals remain strong. We also have a growing export business; a broadening portfolio of premium and speciality beers and ciders; and the right partner for our US brands. Our cash generative nature and balance sheet strength should ensure attractive returns for shareholders.We are well placed to either capitalise on the opportunities which may arise from the current phase of consolidation in our industry or return capital to shareholders.
We note the recent decision of the Scottish courts to support the Government's plan to introduce minimum pricing on alcohol as one of a range of initiatives to reduce the harmful effects of irresponsible consumption. C&C is a supporter of this initiative and we will work with the relevant authorities in Scotland and Ireland to ensure that we meet our obligations to the consumers and communities we serve."
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About C&C Group plc
C&C Group plc is a premium drinks company which owns, manufactures, markets and distributes branded beer, cider, wine, soft drinks and bottled water. C&C Group brands include: Bulmers the leading Irish cider brand; Tennent's, the leading Scottish beer brand; Magners the premium international cider brand; Tipperary Water; Finches soft drinks, as well as a range of niche, premium and craft ciders and beers. C&C Group also owns and manufactures Woodchuck, a leading craft cider brand in the United States and manufactures and distributes a number of 3rd party international beer brands in Scotland and Ireland. C&C is also a leading drinks wholesaler in Scotland and Ireland, where it operates under the Tennent's and C&C Gleeson brands respectively. C&C Group is headquartered in Dublin with manufacturing operations in Co.Tipperary, Ireland; Glasgow, Scotland; and Vermont, US. C&C Group plc is listed on the Irish and London Stock Exchanges.
Note regarding forward-looking statementsThis announcement includes forward-looking statements, including statements concerning current expectations about future financial performance and economic and market conditions which C&C believes are reasonable. However, these statements are neither promises nor guarantees, but are subject to risks and uncertainties, including those factors discussed on page 13 that could cause actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.
Contacts
C&C Group plc
Stephen Glancey | Group Chief ExecutiveKenny Neison | Chief Financial OfficerJoe Thompson | Head of Investor RelationsTel: +44 7980 844 580Email: Joe.Thompson@candcgroup.com
FTI ConsultingMark KennyJonathan NeilanTel: +353 1 663 3686Email: CandCGroup@fticonsulting.com
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Tim RobertsonToby AndrewsTel: +44 203 151 7008Email: TimR@novella-comms.com
IRELANDOperations Review
Ireland
Constant Currency(vi) H1 '17 H1 '16 Change
EURm EURm %
Revenue 186.7 190.9 (2.2%)
Net revenue 133.1 138.2 (3.7%)
- Price / mix impact +0.4 %
- Volume impact (4.1%)
Operating profit(ii) 29.8 29.7 +0.3%
Operating margin (Net revenue) 22.4% 21.5% +0.9ppts
Total volume - (kHL) 899.8 938.4 (4.1%)
of which Bulmers - (kHL) 229.7 215.8 +6.4%
Overall, the LAD market (in the ROI) was up 5% in the period reflecting strengthening macro-economic conditions and improved consumer confidence(vii). The cider category was up +9%, registering a second year of share growth relative to LAD(vii). The performance of cider was buoyed not only by better weather, but through new product development helping to expand the category and bring in new millennial consumers.
The trade enjoyed a strong June as both Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland football teams progressed from the group stages of the European Championships. By contrast, July was poor across the industry. Volumes improved again in August, helped by some better weather.
Operational performance
After a challenging FY16, our priorities in Ireland for FY17 were to stabilise trading and return our key brands to volume growth. With Bulmers recording positive volume growth of +6.4% and operating profits flat in the period, we have made good progress in this initial stage of our recovery plan.
Republic of Ireland: The Bulmers performance reflected category growth, a strong performance in packaged in the on-trade (Bulmers smallpack: +10%) and an increased share in the off-trade to 51% (MAT June 15: 49%). Packaged product accounts for 71% (MAT- June 16) of on-trade cider and Bulmers retains an 89% share in this key category. However, we have ceded some share in draught cider. Within the period we introduced a number of new trading initiatives to support our key accounts and on-trade customers. Our marketing focus is now on taking advantage of the category expansion and meeting the challenge from new entrants. In the off-trade, whilst we maintained a price premium in Bulmers to Long Alcohol Drinks, there has been a narrowing of the gap. This, and the increased weighting of the off-trade in the channel mix for Bulmers, had a negative impact on revenues and margin in the period.
Northern Ireland: Performance in Northern Ireland was very encouraging, with Tennent's +3% by volume and Magners +6%. The strength and breadth of our premium beer and craft portfolio, together with our increased on-trade investment to EUR29m (February 16: EUR27m), is helping us win new accounts in geographies where we have traditionally been under-represented.
Portfolio: C&C is uniquely placed to benefit from increased experimentation amongst Irish consumers and the proliferation of LAD brands across premium, craft and speciality categories. As an independent, local brand-owner, manufacturer and distributor with excellent customer reach, we are flexible enough to attract and successfully develop: (i) premium international agency brands such as Corona; (ii) partner arrangements with some of the best emerging local craft brewers such as Whitewater in the North and 5 Lamps in Dublin; and (iii) our own specialist brands such as Heverlee, Roundstone and Clonmel 1650. In the first half, Corona, which we distribute on behalf of AB InBev, continued its strong run, with volumes up 21%. Our own-brand boutique beer portfolio of Heverlee, Clonmel 1650 and Roundstone Ale all enjoyed volume growth of over 30%. Innovation and portfolio freshness are key to sustaining success for our model. Our pipeline is strong with the launch of Pana Lager into Cork and the introduction of our Dowds Lane franchise in the period.
Financial performance and outlook
After a challenging year in FY16, operating profits for the first half at EUR29.8m are stable (H1'16: EUR29.7m). Despite the volume growth across many of our brands, a shift in channel mix meant net revenue was down 3.7% on a constant currency basis. The revenue decline also suffered from the loss of some low margin private label activity in 2015. This disappears from the comparatives in H2.
We have made good progress in the period, but have more work to do to ensure that all parts of our portfolio remain compelling and relevant to the modern Irish consumer. We are monitoring closely the impact of Brexit and currency movements on trading flows on the island of Ireland and any long term implications for cross-border activity.
SCOTLANDOperations Review
Scotland
Constant Currency(vi) H1 '17 H1 '16 Change
EURm EURm %
Revenue 153.2 159.3 (3.8%)
Net revenue 100.3 106.8 (6.1%)
- Price / mix impact (3.7%)
- Volume impact (2.4%)
Operating profit(ii) 17.9 19.8 (9.6%)
Operating margin (Net revenue) 17.8% 18.5% (0.7ppts)
Volume - (kHL) 726.1 734.3 (1.1%)
- of which Tennent's - (kHL) 553.2 551.7 Level
Beer volumes were +1% in Scotland in the first half, stabilising following a c.7% structural decline linked to the drink-driving legislative changes in Scotland in December 2014(vii). Trading conditions were stable through the period except for a weak July, where double-digit volume declines were evident across the industry. Trading in August and into H2 has improved, suggesting the July dip was temporary.
Operational performance
Tennent's brand volume in the all-important Independent Free Trade channel was up 2% in the period, gaining market share. Including off-trade and national accounts, overall volume for Tennent's was level year on year.
Competitive and pricing pressures remained elevated in Scotland into Q1 as all brand owners sought to protect/rebuild absolute volumes after the drink-driving related challenges. We were not immune and suffered rate decline in the first quarter, which did help to recover accounts and rebuild share. A stabilisation of the trading environment and improved discipline around pricing enabled us to build both volume and rate through Q2 and into the second half. We are confident we can further recover value over time as we leverage the strength of the Tennent's brand, our fast-growing premium portfolio and our integrated wholesale offering.
Magners enjoyed good volume growth of +6% in Scotland and our portfolio of premium own and agency beers and ciders continue to make progress. Heverlee and Menabrea both saw double digit growth, and are achieving traction in the Scottish on-trade. Drygate, our joint venture with local craft brewers Williams Bros Brewing, achieved 10 kHL and is now exceeding original brewery capacity. In H2 we have the launch of Pabst into Scotland and a new range of Caledonia Best speciality bottled beers: Whisky Oak; IPA; Porter; and Citrus Hop Lager.
During the period our wholesale business made some progress in recovering the volumes and accounts lost due to the service issues experienced last year. Adoption of our on-line order platform is ahead of plan, with 9% of sales now coming through e-commerce.
Financial performance and outlook
Net revenues were down 6.1% to EUR100.3m reflecting our rate performance in Tennent's in Q1 and wholesale volumes still tracking below the same period last year, particularly in soft drinks. Margins were down 0.7ppts to 17.8% delivering operating profit of EUR17.9m, 9.6% below last year.
Looking at H2 and beyond, our service issues are behind us, we have rebuilt our share of the key channel for Tennent's and rate is recovering as we start to lap a period of weaker comparatives.
C&C BRANDSOperations Review
C&C Brands
Constant Currency(vi) H1 '17 H1 '16 Change
EURm EURm %
Revenue 83.9 90.6 (7.4%)
Net revenue 48.5 53.4 (9.2%)
- Price / mix impact (5.0%)
- Volume impact (4.2%)
Operating profit(ii) 4.4 7.5 (41.3%)
Operating margin (Net revenue) 9.1% 14.0% (4.9ppts)
Volume - (kHL) 687.5 717.6 (4.2%)
of which Magners - (kHL) 276.8 248.6 11.3%
The overall cider category was down in the period with volume -1.8%(vii). A number of weaker brands have come under pressure as a result of de-listing by major retailers. We expect this retailer driven supplier rationalisation to continue over the coming months. Competitive pressures in the UK grocery channel are translating into real retail and wholesale price deflation for all LAD brand owners. One of the emerging features of the retailers' pursuit of value for consumers whilst protecting their margins is the growth of aluminium as a pack format rather than bottle.
The on-trade was in moderate growth over the period, buoyed by city-centres and growth in casual dining.
Operational and strategic performance
As discussed at our Capital Markets Day in March, with the cider category entering a period of retailer-led rationalisation, our focus this year was to up-weight our investment behind the Magners brand to drive growth and share, cementing Magners Original's position as the No.1 bottled apple cider brand in the UK. In the period we increased our marketing spend on Magners by EUR2.7m primarily through the "Hold True" campaign. We also invested a further EUR0.7m of margin in price support.
The market response to the Magners "Hold True" campaign has been positive to date. Magners brand volume is +11% in H1, and our share of cider is up 140bpts at 6.2% for the half year (rising to 6.9% in August). The focus of the campaign was around Magners Original apple, which now accounts for 84% of brand volume. The iconic Magners Original pint bottle volumes were up +13% in the off-trade and draught was up +50%. Our brand health check data suggests that the campaign put the brand back on the radar of our target audience and instilled our core message of Magners' authenticity. Prompted awareness increased to 48% amongst our key demographic. The high-profile investment behind the brand and impact helped secure new national contracts in the on-trade.
Our premium propositions in cider and beer, Chaplin & Cork's and Menabrea, more than doubled volume in H1. Menabrea, our authentic imported Italian lager made good progress in the licensed restaurant trade and secured a first grocery multiple listing. This should help underpin brand awareness and volume growth going forward.
With the focus of our investment and activity on Magners Original and the seeding of speciality premium brands, the volume and revenue decline in Magners fruit extensions, other secondary brands and own-label activity was not a surprise. Magners Berry and Fruit declined 35% but are becoming less relevant to brand equity performance.
Financial performance and outlook
Net revenue and operating profit were down in the period, at EUR48.5m and EUR4.4m respectively. Both were adversely impacted by our planned investment in marketing and price support, the product mix shift towards cans and large packs and channel mix towards the multiples. Changes in pack-type accounted for three-quarters of the negative (5.0%) price/mix impact on net revenue. The additional investment in brand marketing and mix changes impacted operating margin in the first half which dropped to 9.1% (H1'16: 14.0%).
Our brand investment is delivering both volume and share gains, plus revitalising customer engagement with our core Magners Original proposition. This positions us well to take advantage of any further retailer-driven rationalisation in the category.
NORTH AMERICAOperations Review
North America
Constant Currency(vi) H1 '17 H1 '16 Change
EURm EURm %
Revenue 12.7 24.0 (47.1%)
Net revenue 12.0 22.8 (47.4%)
trading impact (16.0%)
accounting treatment impact (31.4%)
Operating profit(ii) 0.5 0.6 (16.7%)
Volume - (kHL) 91.7 139.4 (34.2%)
Accounting treatment changes arising from Pabst partnership
Under the terms of the trading arrangement with Pabst Brewing company ("PBC") which came into effect on 1st March 2016, C&C's reported revenues now comprise Cost of Goods Sold at production cost plus a royalty payment representing one-third of the gross profit of the partnership. C&C contributes one-third of marketing spend. All sales costs are borne by PBC.
The change in accounting treatment for our US revenues would have had the effect of reducing our reported revenues for the comparative period (H1'16) by EUR5.3m had the partnership been in effect from 1st March 2015.
Market
The cider category in the US suffered further declines in the period as the focus for many consumers, retailers and distributors switched to the alcoholic soft-drinks segment. Cider sales by volume for the period were down 11.6% year-to-date(x).
It is clear that after a period of rapid growth in the cider category, investment and activity has moved into new adjacent spaces of flavoured malt beverages and fruit beer. The sweetness of these propositions has no doubt taken some consumers, temporarily at least, out of the cider category. However, past experience suggests that once the category is through these short-term cyclical challenges, it will resume its long term growth trend. In the near term, there should be opportunity for our brands to recover share and volume as competitor focus, activity and investment fades.
Update on Pabst distribution partnership
The long term distribution partnership between our US subsidiary - Vermont Hard Cider Company ("VHCC") and PBC took effect from 1 March 2016. Focus in the first six months was on transitioning VHCC's sales and marketing operations into the Pabst distribution platform and integrating our domestic US and import cider brands into their broader portfolio. At the same time, the work on new branding and packaging completed. Progress has been slightly slower than anticipated, but we now have the platform in place and detailed marketing, promotional and sales plans for our cider brands within the wider Pabst portfolio. The focus now switches to delivering some modest improvement in H2 and securing national account listings for the important Spring "sets". Both parties are cautiously optimistic that the plans in place can deliver some market share recovery in FY18.
Financial performance and outlook
Total volumes were down 34% in the half year reflecting the overall declines in the US cider market and the inevitable disruption from bringing the two distribution networks together.
Despite the decline in volume and revenue in the period, reported operating profit was broadly flat at EUR0.5m (H1'16: EUR0.6m), with PBC bearing a greater share of a reduced marketing spend.
It has been a challenging six months for the category and the business but, collectively, there is no loss of belief or enthusiasm for the long-term prospects of cider in the US or in the quality of the Vermont assets. We remain convinced of the strength and commercial logic of our combined PBC/VHCC platform.
EXPORTOperations Review
Export
Constant Currency(vi) H1 '17 H1 '16 Change
EURm EURm %
Revenue 13.3 13.0 2.3%
Net revenue 13.1 13.0 0.8%
- Price / mix impact (9.4%)
- Volume impact 10.2%
Operating profit(ii) 2.5 2.2 13.6%
Operating margin (Net revenue) 19.1% 16.9% 2.2ppts
Volume - (kHL) 102.7 93.2 +10.2%
Export markets for C&C are all markets outside of the UK, Ireland and North America. Our strategy is to build volume through our portfolio of authentic British and Irish cider and beer brands across Europe, Asia/Pac and Africa through partnership arrangements with the right local distributors and manufacturers.
Operational and strategic performance
We are half way through another year of good growth for our International division, with volume up 10% in H1 with net revenue and operating profit up 1% and 13% respectively.
In Europe, our more established markets enjoyed a good summer trading season. Spain was particularly positive for Magners (+15%), benefiting from increased tourist numbers. Trials of Clonmel 1650 as an authentic Irish import lager into ex-pat areas in Spain suggest some potential. Tennent's continues to do well in Italy as a speciality/premium lager (+25%). We expanded our footprint in Eastern Europe, with Magners now the first draft cider available in the nascent but fast growing Russian cider market.
In Asia/Pac, our new agreements with ThaiBev in Singapore and San Miguel in Thailand and Taiwan are bedding in and we are exploring whether these arrangements can be extended to other fast growth markets in the region. In India, our arrangement with San Miguel Mahou to brew locally a range of Tennent's beers is obtaining the necessary regulatory approvals and we expect to be in production by the end of the year. Taken together the volume growth coming from the new distribution agreements signed in Asia/Pac in FY2016 was 1.4kHl (+70% on prior year).
The Tennent's brand is proving that its distinct Scottish heritage, supported by localised product innovation, can resonate in export markets alongside Magners. As well as its long-standing success in Italy, the brand has been well received in India, South Korea, and Poland. Volume was up nearly 50% in the first six months and it now accounts for approximately one third of international volumes.
Financial performance and outlook
Volume for H1 was +10%, running modestly behind our long term targets. This was due to the discontinuation of certain lines with our previous Indian distributor and slower volume build in some of our new contract wins and a 42% decline in an Australian market that continues to be volatile. We expect volume growth in line with H1 for full year FY17 and a return to our +20% long term target growth rates thereafter, assisted in part by Sterling weakness.
Net revenue was up 0.8% to EUR13.1m in the half year. The lag to volume growth is a factor of country mix and increased price support in certain territories. Operating profit was up 13.6% to EUR2.5m with operating margins improving to 19.1% (FY2016: 16.9%).
FINANCIAL REVIEW
A summary of results for the six months ended 31 August 2016 is set out in the table below.
Period ended 31 August 2016 Period ended 31 August 2015 CC(vi) Change CC(vi) - Change
EURm EURm Period ended 31 August 2015 % %
EURm
Net revenue 307.0 358.6 334.2 (14.4%) (8.1%)
Operating profit(ii) 55.1 62.6 59.8 (12.0%) (7.9%)
Net finance costs (3.7) (4.5) 17.8%
Profit before tax 51.4 58.1 (11.5%)
Income tax expense(viii) (7.6) (8.2)
Effective tax rate* 14.8% 14.1%
Profit for the year attributable 43.8 49.9
to equity shareholders(ii)
Basic EPS 13.8 cent 13.7 cent 0.7%
Adjusted diluted EPS(iv) 13.9 cent 14.8 cent (6.1%)
*The effective tax rate is calculated based on the profit before tax excluding exceptional
items and excluding the Group's share of equity accounted investees' loss after tax.
C&C is reporting net revenue of EUR307.0m, operating profit(ii) of EUR55.1m and adjusted diluted EPS(iv) of 13.9 cent. On a constant currency(vi) basis, net revenue decreased by 8.1% while operating profit(ii) declined by 7.9% reflecting an increased investment in the period in both marketing and price support. The key drivers are summarised in the segmental review.
FINANCE COSTS, INCOME TAX AND SHAREHOLDER RETURNS
Net finance charges of EUR3.7m (31 August 2015: EUR4.5m) were incurred in the period. These reflect continued low levels of variable interest rates and the preferential underlying margin of the Group's current multi-currency facility, post the negotiation of the Group's 2014 multi-currency facility.
The income tax charge for the period amounted to EUR7.6m. This excludes the tax implication of exceptional. In line with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting this represents an effective tax rate of 14.8% and reflects the current estimate of the average annual effective income tax rate for the year ending 28 February 2017. This forecasted effective tax rate reflects the fact that the Group is established in Ireland and as a result it benefits from the 12.5% tax rate on profits generated in Ireland.
The Board declared a final dividend of 8.92 cent per share for the financial year ended 29 February 2016 resulting in a full year dividend for that financial year of 13.65 cent per share and representing a payout of 56.4% (FY2015: 42.3%) of adjusted diluted earnings per share. The dividend was paid to shareholders on 13 July 2016 and was settled EUR23.5m in cash and EUR4.2m by way of a scrip alternative.
In line with the Group's progressive dividend policy, the Board has declared an interim dividend of 4.96 cent per share for the financial year ending 28 February 2017. This is an increase of 5.0% on the FY2016 interim dividend. Payment will be on 16 December 2016 to shareholders registered at the close of business on 14 November 2016. A scrip alternative will be offered to shareholders. Dividends declared but unpaid at the date of approval of the financial statements are not recognised as a liability at the balance sheet date.
EXCEPTIONAL ITEMS
The Group has incurred net exceptional costs of EUR1.1m in the current period. Restructuring costs, comprising severance, an IT impairment and other initiatives arising from the Group's recent acquisitions in Ireland and Scotland, and other cost cutting initiatives, resulted in an exceptional charge before tax of EUR4.6m in the current period. The Group also recognised an exceptional gain of EUR3.5m in the current period due to the disposal of property, plant and equipment resulting from the rationalisation of the Group's manufacturing footprint.
CASHFLOW GENERATION
Management reviews the Group's cash generating performance by measuring the conversion of EBITDA(i) to Free Cash Flow(iii). The Group generated Free Cash Flow(iii) of EUR56.3m in the period representing 89.8% (2015: 91.5%) of adjusted EBITDA(i) and ended the period in a net debt(v) position of EUR155.2m.
Summary cash flow for the six months ended 31 August 2016 is set out in the table below.
Six months ended 31 August 2016 Six months ended 31August 2015
EURm EURm
Operating 55.1 62.6
profit
before
exceptional
items
Depreciation 7.6 10.0
and
amortisation
charge
Adjusted 62.7 72.6
EBITDA(i)
Net (2.2) (5.4)
capital
expenditure
Advances to (7.8) (0.5)
customers
Working 20.0 17.2
capital
movement
72.7 83.9
Exceptional (0.4) (7.5)
items
Net finance (7.6) (8.3)
charges/
tax paid
Other(ix) (8.4) (1.7)
Free 56.3 66.4
Cash Flow(iii)
(FCF)
FCF(iii)/Adjusted 89.8% 91.5%
EBITDA(i)
Free 56.3 66.4
Cash Flow(iii)
(FCF)
Exceptional 0.4 7.5
items
Free Cash Flow 56.7 73.9
before
exceptional
cash outflow
FCF(iii)/Adjusted 90.4% 101.8%
EBITDA(i)
before
exceptional
cash
outflow
Free 56.3 66.4
Cash
Flow(iii)(FCF)
Acquisition of (1.7) -
financial
asset
Acquisition - (3.4)
of
businesses/deferred
consideration
paid
Proceeds from 0.5 0.1
exercise
of share
options
Shares (21.1) (1.1)
purchased
under share
buyback
programme
Dividends paid (23.5) (21.1)
Drawdown 35.0 25.0
of debt
Repayment (43.2) -
of debt
Net increase 2.3 65.9
in cash
&
cash
equivalents
PENSIONS
In compliance with IFRS, the net assets and actuarial liabilities of the various defined benefit pension schemes operated by Group companies, computed in accordance with IAS 19(R) Employee Benefits, are included on the Group balance sheet as retirement benefit obligations.
At 31 August 2016, the Group is reporting a net retirement benefit obligation deficit on the revised IAS 19 basis of EUR30.5m (31 August 2015: EUR17.8m / 29 February 2016: EUR28.0m). All schemes are closed to new entrants. There are 4 active members in the Northern Ireland ('NI') scheme and 63 active members (less than 10% of total membership) in the Republic of Ireland ('ROI') schemes. The Group has an approved funding plan in place, the details of which are disclosed in note 11. We finalised the actuarial valuations of the defined benefit schemes in FY2016. As a result of these updated valuations new funding arrangements have been put in place. For the staff defined benefit scheme, these arrangements commit the Group to funding contributions at 22.2% of pensionable salaries per annum to meet the cost of future service benefits for active members. In addition, there will be a lump sum deficit funding contribution of EUR3.1m per annum until the next valuation date. For the NI defined benefit pension scheme, currently in surplus, we have committed to ongoing contributions of GBP0.1m per annum until the next valuation date.
The decline in the financial position of the Group's defined benefit pension schemes as computed in accordance with IAS 19(R)Employee Benefits is primarily as a result of the decrease in discount rates.
EURm
Deficit at 1 March 2016 (28.0)
Employer contributions paid 2.0
Actuarial gains 12.7
Actuarial losses (23.7)
Charge to the Income Statement 6.8
Translation adjustment (0.3)
Net deficit at 31 August 2016 (30.5)
All other significant assumptions applied in the measurement of the Group's pension obligations at 31 August 2016 are consistent with those as applied at 29 February 2016.
FOREIGN CURRENCY AND COMPARATIVE REPORTING
Six month period Six month period
ended ended
31 August 2016 31 August 2015
Translation exposure Euro:StgGBP GBP0.807 GBP0.719
Euro:US$ $1.121 $1.103
As shown above, the effective rate for the translation of results from sterling currency operations was EUR1:GBP0.807 (period ended 31 August 2015: EUR1:GBP0.719) and from US dollar currency operations was EUR1:$1.121 (period ended 31 August 2015: EUR1:$1.103).Comparisons for revenue, net revenue and operating profit before exceptional items for each of the Group's reporting segments are shown at constant exchange rates for transactions by subsidiary undertakings in currencies other than their functional currency and for translation in relation to the Group's sterling and US dollar denominated subsidiaries by restating the prior period at current period effective rates.
The impact of restating currency exchange rates on the results for the period ended 31 August 2015 is as follows:-
Period ended FX FX Period ended
31 August 2015 Transaction Translation 31 August 2015
EURm EURm EURm Constant currency comparative
EURm
Revenue
Ireland 195.8 - (4.9) 190.9
Scotland 178.7 - (19.4) 159.3
C&C Brands 101.8 - (11.2) 90.6
North America 24.4 - (0.4) 24.0
Export 13.2 (0.2) - 13.0
Total 513.9 (0.2) (35.9) 477.8
Net revenue
Ireland 142.3 - (4.1) 138.2
Scotland 119.9 - (13.1) 106.8
C&C Brands 60.0 - (6.6) 53.4
North America 23.2 - (0.4) 22.8
Export 13.2 (0.2) - 13.0
Total 358.6 (0.2) (24.2) 334.2
Operating profit
Ireland 30.0 0.6 (0.9) 29.7
Scotland 22.2 - (2.4) 19.8
C&C Brands 7.8 0.6 (0.9) 7.5
North America 0.5 0.1 - 0.6
Export 2.1 0.1 - 2.2
Total 62.6 1.4 (4.2) 59.8
* See Note 2 of the condensed financial statements on page 20.
Notes
(i) Adjusted EBITDA is earnings before exceptional items, finance income, finance expense, tax, depreciation, amortisation charges and equity accounted investees' profit/(loss) after tax. A reconciliation is set out on page 33.(ii) Operating profit and profit for the year attributable to equity shareholders excludes exceptional items.(iii) Free Cash Flow is a non IFRS measure that comprises cash flow from operating activities net of capital investment cash outflows/(inflows) which form part of investing activities. Free Cash Flow highlights the underlying cash generating performance of the on-going business. A reconciliation of Free Cash Flow to Net Movement in Cash & Cash Equivalents per the Group's Condensed Cash Flow Statement is set out on page 10.(iv) Adjusted basis/diluted earnings per share ('EPS') excludes exceptional items. Please see note 5 of the condensed financial statements on page 23.(v) Net debt comprises borrowings (net of unamortised issue costs) less cash & cash equivalents.(vi) On a constant currency basis; the constant currency calculation is set out above.(vii) Per AC Nielsen/CGA.(viii) Excludes exceptional items.(ix) 'Other' primarily relates to pensions charged to operating profit before exceptional items, and share options add back, net profit on disposal of property, plant & equipment and exceptional non-cash items less exceptional items add-back.(x) Per IRI/Canadean.
PRINCIPAL RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES
The directors consider that the principal risks and uncertainties which could have a material impact on the Group's performance in the remaining 26 weeks of the financial year remain substantially the same as those stated on pages 24 to 26 of the Group's annual financial statements for the year ended 29 February 2016, which are available on our website, http://www.candcgroupplc.com. Since publication of the 2016 Annual Report, the UK vote to leave the European Union has created significant uncertainty about the near term outlook and prospects for the UK and Irish economies. It is still too early to quantify or determine with certainty the impact on the Group of the UK leaving the European Union. It will take at least two years until the UK leaves the EU. The uncertainty during this period could negatively impact the UK economy and currency, reduce demand in the Group's markets and adversely affect the financial performance of the Group. With our reporting currency as the Euro, the Group is exposed to the translation impact of a weaker Sterling. The Board and management will continue to consider the impact on the Group's businesses, monitor developments on an ongoing basis, seek, where appropriate, to mitigate currency risk through hedging and structured financial contracts and take appropriate action to help mitigate the consequences of any decline in demand in its markets.
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT IN RESPECT OF THE HALF YEARLY FINANCIAL REPORTFOR THE SIX MONTHSED 31 AUGUST 2016
We confirm our responsibility for the half yearly financial report in accordance with the Transparency Directive (2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007 and the Disclosure and Transparency Rules of the UK Financial Conduct Authority ("FCA") and with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting as adopted by the EU, and that to the best of our knowledge:
-- the condensed set of financial statements comprising the Group
condensed Income Statement, the Group condensed Statement of
Comprehensive Income, the Group condensed Balance Sheet, the Group
condensed Cash Flow Statement, the Group condensed Statement of
Changes in Equity and the related notes have been prepared in
accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting as adopted
by the EU;
-- the interim management report includes a fair review of the
information required by:
(a) Regulation 8(2) of the Transparency (Directive 2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007,
-- being an indication of important events that have occurred during the
first six months of the financial year and their impact on the
condensed set of financial statements; and,
-- a description of the principal risks and uncertainties for the
remaining six months of the year; and
(b) Regulation 8(3) of the Transparency (Directive 2004/109/EC) Regulations 2007,
-- being related party transactions that have taken place in the first
six months of the current financial year and that have materially
affected the financial position or performance of the entity during
that period; and,
-- any changes in the related party transactions described in the last
Annual Report that could do so.
The Group's auditor has not audited or reviewed the condensed financial statements or the remainder of the half-yearly financial report.
On behalf of the Board
Sir B. StewartChairman27 October 2016 S. GlanceyChief Executive Officer
Group Condensed Income Statementfor the six months ended 31 August 2016
Six months ended 31 August 2016 Six months ended 31 August 2015
(unaudited) (unaudited)
Notes Before Exceptional Before Exceptional
exceptional items Total exceptional items Total
items (Note 4) EURm items (Note 4) EURm
EURm EURm EURm EURm
Revenue 2 449.8 - 449.8 513.9 - 513.9
Excise (142.8) - (142.8) (155.3) - (155.3)
duties
Net revenue 2 307.0 - 307.0 358.6 - 358.6
Operating (251.9) (1.1) (253.0) (296.0) (5.5) (301.5)
costs
(net)
Operating 2 55.1 (1.1) 54.0 62.6 (5.5) 57.1
profit
Finance 0.1 - 0.1 0.1 - 0.1
income
Finance (3.8) - (3.8) (4.6) - (4.6)
expense
Share - - - - 0.1 0.1
of
equityaccounted
investees'gain
after tax
Profit 51.4 (1.1) 50.3 58.1 (5.4) 52.7
before
tax
Income 3 (7.6) 0.2 (7.4) (8.2) 0.9 (7.3)
tax
(expense)/credit
Profit for 43.8 (0.9) 42.9 49.9 (4.5) 45.4
the period
attributable
to
equity
shareholders
Basic 5 13.8c 13.7c
earnings
per
share
(cent)
13.6c 13.4c
Diluted
earnings 5
per share
(cent)
Group Condensed Statement of Comprehensive Incomefor the six months ended 31 August 2016
Notes Six months ended Six monthsended
31 August 2016 31 August2015(unaudited)
(unaudited)
EURm
EURm
Other comprehensive
income
and expense:
Items that may be
reclassified
to profit
or loss in
subsequent
years:
Foreign currency (35.5) (1.5)
translation
differences arising
on
the netinvestment
in foreign
operations
Foreign currency (0.1)
reserve recycled -
to Income Statement
on deemeddisposal
of equity
accounted investee
Items that will not
be reclassified to
profit or loss
in subsequent
years:
Actuarial 11 (11.0) 13.7
(loss)/gain
on retirement
benefit obligations
Deferred 1.4 (1.7)
tax credit/(charge)
on actuarial
(loss)/gain
on
retirementbenefit
obligations
Net (loss)/profit (45.1) 10.4
recognised
directly
within
other comprehensive
income
Profit for 42.9 45.4
the period
attributable
to
equity shareholders
Comprehensive (2.2) 55.8
(expense)/income
for the period
attributable
to equity
shareholders
Group Condensed Balance Sheetas at 31 August 2016
Notes As at As at As at
31 August 2016 31 August 2015 29 February 2016
(unaudited) (unaudited) (audited)
EURm EURm EURm
ASSETS
Non-current
assets
Property, plant 6 173.1 218.0 180.0
& equipment
Goodwill & 7 631.0 651.5 644.1
intangible
assets
Equity-accounted 0.3 0.3 0.3
investees
Financial 1.7 - -
assets
Retirement 11 3.9 4.2 4.7
benefit
obligations
Deferred tax 4.6 3.1 4.4
assets
Trade & other 51.2 47.4 46.0
receivables
865.8 924.5 879.5
Current assets
Inventories 85.2 85.4 85.9
Trade & other 140.3 196.5 94.1
receivables
Cash 190.5 247.3 197.3
&
cash equivalents
Asset held 3.0 - 10.3
for resale
419.0 529.2 387.6
TOTAL ASSETS 1,284.8 1,453.7 1,267.1
EQUITY
Equity share 3.2 3.5 3.3
capital
Share premium 132.5 125.1 127.8
Other reserves 12 86.0 139.8 121.0
Treasury shares 12 (39.2) (39.4) (39.2)
Retained income 12 456.8 578.3 471.8
Total equity 639.3 807.3 684.7
LIABILITIES
Non-current
liabilities
Interest 8 346.7 366.9 361.1
bearing
loans
& borrowings
Retirement 11 34.4 22.0 22.7
benefit
obligations
Provisions 6.5 7.6 6.3
Deferred tax 5.4 7.3 5.5
liabilities
393.0 403.8 395.6
Current
liabilities
Interest 8 - 0.2 0.2
bearing
loans
& borrowings
Trade & other 236.8 234.1 160.9
payables
Provisions 10.2 1.9 12.6
Retirement 11 - - 10.0
benefit
obligations
Current 5.5 6.4 3.1
tax liabilities
252.5 242.6 186.8
Total 645.5 646.4 582.4
liabilities
TOTAL EQUITY & 1,284.8 1,453.7 1,267.1
LIABILITIES
Group Condensed Cash Flow Statementfor the six months ended 31 August 2016
Six months ended Six months ended
31 August 2016 31 August 2015(unaudited)
(unaudited) EURm
EURm
CASH FLOWS FROM
OPERATING
ACTIVITIES
Profit for the period 42.9 45.4
attributable
to
equity shareholders
Finance income (0.1) (0.1)
Finance expense 3.8 4.6
Income tax expense 7.4 7.3
Depreciation 7.4 9.8
of property,
plant & equipment
Amortisation of 0.2 0.2
intangible
assets
Gain on disposal (4.0) -
of property,
plant & equipment
Foreign currency - (0.1)
reserve recycled
to
the IncomeStatement
on disposal
of equity
accounted investee
Impairment of 0.7 -
property,
plant & equipment
Charge for equity 0.9 0.4
settled
share-based
employee benefits
Pension contributions (8.8) (2.1)
paid less amount
charged toIncome
Statement
50.4 65.4
(Increase)/decrease (2.3) 8.0
in inventories
Increase in trade & (51.1) (52.5)
other receivables
Increase in trade 63.4 62.3
& other payables
Decrease in 2.2 (3.1)
provisions
62.6 80.1
Interest received 0.1 0.1
Interest and similar (3.8) (3.2)
costs paid
Income tax paid (3.9) (5.2)
Net cash inflow from 55.0 71.8
operating activities
CASH FLOWS FROM
INVESTING
ACTIVITIES
Purchase of property, (13.0) (5.4)
plant & equipment
Sales of property, 14.3 -
plant & equipment
Acquisition of (1.7) -
financial
asset
Acquisition - (3.4)
of business/deferred
consideration paid
Net (0.4) (8.8)
cash inflow/(outflow)
from
investing activities
CASH FLOWS FROM
FINANCING
ACTIVITIES
Proceeds from 0.5 0.1
exercise
of share options
Shares purchased (21.1) (1.1)
under share
buyback programme
Drawdown of debt 35.0 25.0
Repayment of debt (43.2) -
Dividends paid (23.5) (21.1)
Net (52.3) 2.9
cash (outflow)/inflow
from
financing activities
Net increase in cash 2.3 65.9
& cash equivalents
Cash 197.3 181.9
& cash equivalents
at beginning
of period
Translation (9.1) (0.5)
adjustment
Cash 190.5 247.3
& cash equivalents
at end of period
Group condensed statement of changes in equityfor the six months ended 31 August 2016
EquitysharecapitalEURm Share premiumEURm Capital redemption Capital reserveEURm Share-based payments Currency Revaluation Treasury sharesEURm Retained Total
reserveEURm reserveEURm translation reserve reserveEURm income EURm
EURm EURm
At 1 March 2015 3.5 122.5 0.5 24.9 6.4 100.9 9.1 (39.8) 545.2 773.2
Profit for 45.4 45.4
the period
attributable
to
equityshareholders
Other - - - - - (1.6) - - 12.0 10.4
comprehensive
(expense)/income
Total - - - - - (1.6) - - 57.4 55.8
Dividend on - 2.5 - - - - - - (23.6) (21.1)
ordinary
shares
Exercised share - 0.1 - - - - - - - 0.1
options
Reclassification - - (0.8) - - - 0.8 -
of share-based
paymentsreserve
Joint Share - - - - - - - 0.4 (0.4) -
Ownership
Plan
Shares purchased - - - - - - - - (1.1) (1.1)
under
share
buybackprogramme
and
subsequently
cancelled
Equity settled - - - - 0.4 - - - - 0.4
share-based
payments
Total - 2.6 - - (0.4) - - 0.4 (24.3) (21.7) At 31 August 3.5 125.1 0.5 24.9 6.0 99.3 9.1 (39.4) 578.3 807.3 2015 Profit for - - - - - - - - 2.0 2.0 the period attributable to equityshareholders Other - - - - - (19.4) - - (16.5) (35.9) comprehensive (expense) Total - - - - - (19.4) - - (14.5) (33.9) Dividend on - 2.3 - - - - - - (16.0) (13.7) ordinary shares Exercised share - 0.4 - - - - - - - 0.4 options Reclassification - - - - 0.3 - - - (0.3) - of share-based paymentsreserve Joint Share - - - - - - - 0.2 (0.2) - Ownership Plan Shares purchased (0.2) - 0.2 - - - - - (75.5) (75.5) under share buybackprogramme and subsequently cancelled Equity settled - - - 0.1 - - - 0.1 share-based payments Total (0.2) 2.7 0.2 - 0.4 - - 0.2 (92.0) (88.7) At 29 February 3.3 127.8 0.7 24.9 6.4 79.9 9.1 (39.2) 471.8 684.7 2016 Profit for - - - - - - - - 42.9 42.9 the period attributable to equityshareholders Other - - - - - (35.5) - - (9.6) (45.1) comprehensive (expense) Total - - - - - (35.5) - - 33.3 (2.2) Dividend on - 4.2 - - - - - - (27.7) (23.5) ordinary shares Exercised share - 0.5 - - - - - - - 0.5 options Reclassification - - - - (0.5) - - - 0.5 - of share-based paymentsreserve Shares purchased (0.1) - 0.1 - - - - - (21.1) (21.1) under share buybackprogramme and subsequently cancelled Equity settled - - - 0.9 - - - - 0.9 share based payments Total (0.1) 4.7 0.1 - 0.4 - - - (48.3) (43.2) At 31 August 3.2 132.5 0.8 24.9 6.8 44.4 9.1 (39.2) 456.8 639.3 2016
Notes to the condensed interim financial statementsfor the six months ended 31 August 2016
1. Basis of preparation and Accounting policies
The interim financial information presented in this report has been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting as adopted by the EU. The accounting policies and methods of computation adopted in preparation of the Group Condensed Interim Financial Statements are consistent with recognition and measurement requirements of IFRSs as endorsed by the EU Commission and those set out in the Group's consolidated financial statements for the year ended 29 February 2016 and as described in those financial statements on pages 105 to 117. There are no new or amended standards effective in the period which have had a material impact on the condensed consolidated interim financial statements.
The preparation of the interim financial information requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of policies and reported amounts of certain assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses together with disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an on-going basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised, if the revision affects only that period, or in the period of the revision and future periods if the revision affects both current and future periods.
These condensed consolidated Interim Financial Statements should be read in conjunction with the Group's Annual Report for the year ended 29 February 2016 as they do not include all the information and disclosures required by International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs). The significant estimates and judgements are set out on the Group's Annual Report for the year ended 29 February 2016 and in the Directors review there have been no material changes to these for the interim financial statements.
The interim financial information for both the six months ended 31 August 2016 and the comparative six months ended 31 August 2015 are unaudited and have not been reviewed by the auditors. The financial information for the year ended 29 February 2016 represents an abbreviated version of the Group's financial statements for that year. Those financial statements contained an unqualified audit report and have been filed with the Registrar of Companies.
The financial information is presented in Euro millions, rounded to one decimal place. The exchange rates used in translating balance sheet and income statement amounts were as follows:-
Six months to Six months to Year ended
31 August 2016 31 August 2015 29 February 2016
Balance Sheet 0.848 0.729 0.786
(Euro:
Sterling
closing rate)
Income statement 0.807 0.719 0.728
(Euro :
Sterling average
rate)
Balance Sheet 1.113 1.121 1.091
(Euro:
USD closing rate)
Income statement 1.121 1.103 1.102
(Euro:
USD average rate)
2. Segmental analysis
The Group's business activity is the manufacturing, marketing and distribution of alcoholic and soft drinks. Five operating segments have been identified in the current period; Ireland, Scotland, C&C Brands, North America and Export.
The Group continually reviews and updates the manner in which it monitors and controls its financial operations resulting in changes in the manner in which information is classified and reported to the Chief Operating Decision Maker ("CODM"). The CODM, identified as the executive Directors comprising Stephen Glancey, Kenny Neison and Joris Brams, assesses and monitors the operating results of segments separately via internal management reports in order to effectively manage the business and allocate resources.
The identified business segments are as follows:-
(i) Ireland
This segment includes the financial results from sale of own branded products in the Island of Ireland, principally Bulmers, Tennent's, Magners, Clonmel 1650, Heverlee, Roundstone Irish Ale, Finches and Tipperary Water. It also includes the financial results from beer and wines and spirits distribution and wholesaling from our Gleeson business, and the results from sale of third party brands as permitted under the terms of a distribution agreement with AB InBev.
(ii) Scotland
This segment includes the results from sale of the Group's own branded products in Scotland, with Tennent's, Heverlee, Caledonia Best and Magners the principal brands. It also includes the financial results from third party brand distribution and wholesaling in Scotland from the Wallaces Express wholesale business.
(iii) C&C Brands
This segment includes the results from sale of the Group's own branded products in England & Wales, principally Magners, Chaplin & Cork's and K Cider. It also includes the distribution of the Italian lager Menabrea and the production and distribution of private label cider products.
(iv) North America
This segment includes the results from sale of the Group's cider and beer products, principally Woodchuck, Magners, Blackthorn, Hornsby's and Tennent's in the United States and Canada.
(v) Export
This segment includes the sale and distribution of the Group's own branded products, principally Magners, Gaymers, Blackthorn, Hornsby's and Tennent's outside of Ireland, the United Kingdom and North America. It also includes the sale of some third party brands.
The analysis by segment includes both items directly attributable to a segment and those, including central overheads, which are allocated on a reasonable basis in presenting information to the CODM.
Inter-segmental revenue is not material and thus not subject to separate disclosure.
Analysis by reporting segment
Six months to 31 August 2016 Six months to 31 August 2015
Revenue Net revenue Operating profit Revenue Netrevenue Operatingprofit
EURm EURm EURm EURm EURm EURm
Ireland 186.7 133.1 29.8 195.8 142.3 30.0
Scotland 153.2 100.3 17.9 178.7 119.9 22.2
C&C Brands 83.9 48.5 4.4 101.8 60.0 7.8
North America 12.7 12.0 0.5 24.4 23.2 0.5
Export 13.3 13.1 2.5 13.2 13.2 2.1
449.8 307.0 55.1 513.9 358.6 62.6
Exceptional items (note 4) - - (1.1)* - - (5.5)**
449.8 307.0 54.0 513.9 358.6 57.1
* Of the exceptional loss in the current period, a loss of EUR2.3m relates to Ireland, a loss of EUR0.6m relates to Scotland and a net gain of EUR1.8m relates to C&C Brands.
** Of the exceptional loss in the prior period, EUR2.4m relates to Ireland, EUR2.9m relates to Scotland and EUR0.2m relates to C&C Brands.
Total assets for the period ended 31 August 2016 amounted to EUR1,284.8 (31 August 2015: EUR1,453.7m).
Geographical analysis of non-current assets
IrelandEURm ScotlandEURm England & Wales*EURm US & Canada**EURm Other***EURm TotalEURm
31 August 2016
Property, plant & equipment 64.2 59.7 13.8 29.6 5.8 173.1
Goodwill & intangible assets 156.1 127.3 187.3 144.3 16.0 631.0
Equity-accounted investees - 0.3 - - - 0.3
Financial assets - - - 1.7 - 1.7
Retirement benefitobligations 3.9 - - - - 3.9
Deferred tax assets 4.6 - - - - 4.6
Trade & other receivables 22.6 27.4 1.2 - - 51.2
Total 251.4 214.7 202.3 175.6 21.8 865.8
Ireland Scotland England &Wales* US &Canada** Other*** Total
EURm EURm EURm EURm EURm EURm
31 August 2015
Property, plant & equipment 63.4 80.2 37.9 30.8 5.7 218.0
Goodwill & intangible assets 156.2 144.5 191.3 143.5 16.0 651.5
Equity-accounted investees - 0.3 - - - 0.3
Retirement benefitobligations 4.2 - - - - 4.2
Deferred tax assets 3.1 - - - - 3.1
Trade & other receivables 15.4 30.4 1.4 0.2 - 47.4
Total 242.3 255.4 230.6 174.5 21.7 924.5
* England & Wales reflects the C&C Brands segment.
** US & Canada reflects the North America segment.
*** Other reflects the Export segment, being all other geographical locations excluding Ireland, the United Kingdom, the USand Canada.
The geographical analysis of non-current assets, with the exception of Goodwill & intangible assets, is based on the geographical location of the assets. The geographical analysis of Goodwill & intangible assets is allocated based on the country of destination of sales at date of application of IFRS 8 Operating Segments or date of acquisition, if later.
Cyclicality of interim results
The drinks industry is not characterised by significant seasonality however trading profit is higher in the first half of the year due to consumption patterns of our brands, and external forces such as weather & significant sporting events which traditionally take place in summer months.
3. Income tax charge
Interim period income tax is accrued based on the estimated average annual effective income tax rate for the full financial year in respect of operating profit before exceptional items, which for the year ending 28 February 2017 is estimated at 14.8% (31 August 2015: 14.1%; year ended 29 February 2016: 14.6%).
4. Exceptional items
Six months to Six months to
31 August 2016 31 August 2015
EURm EURm
Restructuring costs (4.6) (2.9)
Acquisition & integration costs - (2.6)
Gain on disposal of property, 3.5 -
plant & equipment
Loss before tax (1.1) (5.5)
Foreign currency reclassified on deemed - 0.1
disposal of equity accountedinvestee
Total loss before tax (1.1) (5.4)
Income tax credit 0.2 0.9
Total loss after tax (0.9) (4.5)
(a)Restructuring costs
Restructuring costs of EUR4.6m have incurred in the current period (31 August 2015: EUR2.9m). These restructuring costs primarily comprise of severance, an IT impairment and other initiatives arising from the Group's announced consolidation of its production sites in Borrisoleigh and Shepton Mallet into the Group's manufacturing site in Clonmel.
(b)Acquisition & integration costs
During the prior financial period, the Group incurred EUR2.6m of acquisition and integration related costs, primarily with respect to the integration of the previously acquired Wallaces Express Limited in Scotland, and other professional fees associated with the consideration of strategic opportunities by the Group during the period.
(c)Disposal of property, plant & equipment
During the current financial period, the Group disposed of property, plant and equipment in Shepton Mallet, as a result of the consolidation of its production sites in Borrisoleigh and Shepton Mallet, into the Group's manufacturing site in Clonmel, realising a gain of EUR3.5m.
(d)Deemed disposal of equity accounted investee
During the prior period, the Group acquired the remaining 50% equity share capital of Thistle Pub Company Limited. This purchase followed the acquisition of an initial 50% stake in the business in November 2012. Under IAS 28 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures this necessitated the deemed disposal of the Group's initial 50% investment which was classified as an equity accounted investee and the recognition of the acquisition of control of the business under IFRS 3 Business Combinations. In the prior period, the Group recognised a cumulative gain of EUR0.1m in the foreign currency reserve from date of initial investment which was recycled to the Income Statement following the deemed disposal.
5.Earnings per ordinary share
Denominator computations
31 August 2016 31 August
Number 2015
'000 Number
'000
Number of shares at beginning of period 329,158 348,547
Shares issued in respect of options exercised 217 41
Shares issued in lieu of dividend 1,067 664
Share buyback and subsequent cancellation (5,532) (325)
Number of shares at end of period 324,910 348,927
Weighted average number of ordinary shares, 310,400 332,306
excluding treasury shares (basic)
Adjustment for the effect 5,503 5,317
of conversion of options
Weighted average number of ordinary shares, 315,903 337,623
including options (diluted)
Profit for the period attributable to ordinary shareholders
Six months to 31 Six months to 31August 2015
August 2016 EURm
EURm
Earnings as reported 42.9 45.4
Adjustments for 0.9 4.5
exceptional
items, net of tax
Earnings as adjusted 43.8 49.9
for exceptional
items, net of tax
Basic earnings per share Cent Cent
Basic earnings per share 13.8 13.7
Adjusted basic earnings per share 14.1 15.0
Diluted earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share 13.6 13.4
Adjusted diluted earnings per share 13.9 14.8
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to the ordinary shareholders by the weighted average number of ordinary shares in issue during the period, excluding ordinary shares purchased/issued by the Company and accounted for as treasury shares (at 31 August 2016: 16.4m shares; at 31 August 2015: 16.4m shares).
Diluted earnings per share is calculated by adjusting the weighted average number of ordinary shares outstanding to assume conversion of all dilutive potential ordinary shares. The average market value of the Company's shares for purposes of calculating the dilutive effect of share options was based on quoted market prices for the period of the year that the options were outstanding.
Employee share awards (excluding awards which were granted under plans where the rules stipulate that obligations must be satisfied by the purchase of existing shares), which are performance-based, are treated as contingently issuable shares because their issue is contingent upon satisfaction of specified performance conditions in addition to the passage of time and continuous employment. In accordance with IAS 33 Earnings per Share, these contingently issuable shares are excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share where the vesting conditions would not have been satisfied at the end of the reporting period. If dilutive other contingently issuable ordinary shares are included in diluted EPS based on the number of shares that would be issuable if the end of the reporting period was the end of the contingency period. Contingently issuable shares excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share totalled 3,173,077 at 31 August 2016.
6. Property, plant & equipment
Acquisitions and disposals
During the current financial period, the Group acquired assets of EUR11.8m (31 August 2015 total additions: EUR9.3m, including assets of EUR6.0m acquired as part of the acquisition of Thistle Pub Company Limited on 3 August 2015). Total cash outflow in the period in relation to property, plant & equipment amounted to EUR13.0m as a result of a reduction in capital accruals. Total cash outflow in the prior period in relation to property, plant & equipment; excluding assets acquired on acquisition of Thistle amounted to EUR5.4m.
There were disposals of EUR10.3m of property, plant & equipment during the period (31 August 2015: EURnil).
Impairment
The carrying value of items of land & buildings and plant & equipment are reviewed and tested for impairment at each reporting date or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances indicate that their carrying value may not be recoverable. In light of the disposal of the manufacturing plant at Shepton Mallet, a decision was taken to impair a surplus IT system by EUR0.7m no longer in use. This charge is included as part of the exceptional restructuring costs in note 4.
There was no impairment of fixed assets during the prior period.
7. Goodwill &
intangible
assets
Goodwill Brands Other intangible Total
EURm EURm assetsEURm EURm
Cost
At 1 March 2015 487.1 310.9 5.0 803.0
Translation adjustment (0.1) (0.4) - (0.5)
At 31 August 2015 487.0 310.5 5.0 802.5
Translation adjustment (3.3) (3.8) (0.2) (7.3)
At 29 February 2016 483.7 306.7 4.8 795.2
Translation adjustment (3.0) (9.7) (0.2) (12.9)
At 31 August 2016 480.7 297.0 4.6 782.3
Amortisation and (76.2) (73.8) (0.8) (150.8)
impairment
At 1 March 2015
Charge for the period - - (0.2) (0.2)
ended 31August 2015
At 31 August 2015 (76.2) (73.8) (1.0) (151.0)
Charge for the - - (0.1) (0.1)
period ended
29February 2016
At 29 February 2016 (76.2) (73.8) (1.1) (151.1)
Charge for the period - - (0.2) (0.2)
ended 31August 2016
At 31 August 2016 (76.2) (73.8) (1.3) (151.3)
Net Book Value at 404.5 223.2 3.3 631.0
31 August 2016
Net Book Value at 407.5 232.9 3.7 644.1
29 February 2016
Net Book Value at 410.8 236.7 4.0 651.5
31 August 2015
Goodwill consists both of goodwill capitalised under Irish GAAP which at the transition date to IFRS was treated as deemed cost and goodwill that arose on the acquisition of businesses since that date which was capitalised at cost and subsequently at fair value and represents the synergies arising from cost savings and the opportunity to utilise the extended distribution network of the Group to leverage the marketing of acquired products. All goodwill is regarded as having an indefinite life and is not subject to amortisation under IFRS but is subject to regular impairment assessment.
Capitalised brands are regarded as having indefinite useful economic lives and therefore have not been amortised. The brands are protected by trademarks, which are renewable indefinitely in all major markets where they are sold and it is the Group's policy to support them with the appropriate level of brand advertising. In addition, there are not believed to be any legal, regulatory or contractual provisions that limit the useful lives of these brands. Accordingly, the Directors believe that it is appropriate that the brands be treated as having indefinite lives for accounting purposes.
Other intangible assets comprise the fair value of trade relationships, acquired as part of the acquisition of Wallaces Express during the financial period ended 31 August 2015, the Gleeson trade relationships acquired during the financial period ended 31 August 2013 and 20 year distribution rights for third party beer products acquired as part of the acquisition of the Tennent's business during the financial year ended 28 February 2010. These were valued at fair value on the date of acquisition in accordance with the requirements of IFRS 3 (2004) Business Combinations by independent professional valuers. The intangible assets have a finite life and are subject to amortisation on a straight line basis. The amortisation charge for the period ended 31 August 2016 with respect to intangible assets was EUR0.2m (31 August 2015: EUR0.2m).
Brands, goodwill and other intangible assets considered to have an indefinite life, are reviewed for indicators of impairment regularly and are subject to impairment testing on an annual basis unless events or changes in circumstances indicated that the carrying values may not be recoverable and impairment testing is required earlier. The value of brands, goodwill and other intangible assets considered to have an indefinite life was assessed for impairment at 31 August 2016. The Board is satisfied that the carrying value is appropriate as at 31 August 2016.
8. Interest bearing loans & borrowings
31 August 2016EURm 31 August2015EURm 29 February2016EURm
Current assets
Unamortised issue (1.0) - (1.0)
costs
Non-current
liabilities
Unsecured bank 346.7 364.9 359.3
loans
repayable
by one repayment
on maturity*
Secured bank loan - 2.0 1.8
repayable
in instalments**
346.7 366.9 361.1
Current
liabilities
Secured bank loan - 0.2 0.2
repayable
in instalments**
Total borrowings 345.7 367.1 360.3
*
Group's
multi-currency
revolving loan
facility
** Acquired in
prior period
on acquisition
of Thistle Pub
Company
Limited and
balance
repaid
in full in
current
period
Outstanding non-current unsecured bank loans are net of unamortised issue costs which are being amortised to the Income Statement over the remaining life of the Group's multi-currency facility. The value of unamortised issue costs at 31 August 2016 was EUR1.6m (29 February 2016: EUR2.1m, 31 August 2015: EUR2.6m) of which EUR0.6m was netted against non-current unsecured liabilities (29 February 2016: EUR1.1m, 31 August 2015: EUR2.6m) and EUR1.0m (29 February 2016: EUR1.0m, 31 August 2015: EURnil) is included in trade & other receivables on the Balance Sheet.
In December 2014, the Group amended and updated its committed EUR450m multi-currency five year syndicated revolving loan facility with seven banks, namely Bank of Ireland, Bank of Scotland, Barclays Bank, Danske Bank, HSBC, Rabobank, and Ulster Bank, repayable in a single instalment on 22 December 2019. The facility agreement provides for a further EUR100m in the form of an uncommitted accordion facility and permits the Group to avail of further financial indebtedness, excluding working capital and guarantee facilities, to a maximum value of EUR150m, subject to agreeing the terms and conditions with the lenders. Consequently the Group is permitted under the terms of the agreement, to have debt capacity of EUR700m of which EUR347.3m was drawn at 31 August 2016 (29 February 2016: EUR360.4m, 31 August 2015: EUR367.5m was drawn under the Group's 2012 multi-currency facility).
Under the terms of the agreement, the Group must pay a commitment fee based on 40% of the applicable margin on undrawn committed amounts and variable interest on drawn amounts based on variable Euribor/Libor interest rates plus a margin, the level of which is dependent on the net debt: EBITDA ratio, plus a utilisation fee, the level of which is dependent on percentage utilisation. The Group may select an interest period of one, two, three or six months.
The Group's multi-currency facility is guaranteed by a number of the Group's subsidiary undertakings. The facility agreement allows the early repayment of debt without incurring additional charges or penalties and the facility is repayable in full on change of control of the Group.
The Group's multi-currency debt facility incorporates two financial covenants:
-- Interest cover: The ratio of EBITDA to net interest for a period of 12
months ending on each half year date will not be less than 3.5:1
-- Net debt/EBITDA: The ratio of net debt on each half year date to
EBITDA for a period of 12 months ending on that half year date will
not exceed 3.5:1
9. Analysis of net debt
1 March Debt Translation Cash flow Non-cash 31 August
2016 arising adjustment EURm changes 2016
EURm on EURm EURm EURm
acquisition
EURm
Interest 360.3 - (6.9) (8.2) 0.5 345.7
bearing
loans
&
borrowings
Cash (197.3) - 9.1 (2.3) - (190.5)
&
cash
equivalents
163.0 - 2.2 (10.5) 0.5 155.2
1 September2015 Debtarising Translationadjustment Cashflow Non-cashchangesEURm 29 February2016
EURm onacquisition EURm EURm EURm
EURm
Interest bearing 367.1 0.2 (7.4) (0.1) 0.5 360.3
loans
& borrowings
Cash (247.3) - 8.2 41.8 - (197.3)
& cash equivalents
119.8 0.2 0.8 41.7 0.5 163.0
1 March2015 Debtarising Translationadjustment Cashflow Non-cashchangesEURm 31 August2015
EURm onacquisition EURm EURm EURm
EURm
Interest bearing 339.7 2.2 (0.3) 25.0 0.5 367.1
loans
& borrowings
Cash (181.9) - 0.5 (65.9) - (247.3)
& cash equivalents
157.8 2.2 0.2 (40.9) 0.5 119.8
The non-cash changes in the current and prior periods relate to the amortisation of issue costs.
10. Financial assets and liabilities
The carrying and fair values of financial assets and liabilities at 31 August 2016 were as follows:
Other Other
financial financial Carrying Fair
assets liabilities value Value
EURm EURm EURm EURm
Financial assets:
Financial asset investment 1.7 - 1.7 1.7
Cash & cash equivalents 190.5 - 190.5 190.5
Trade receivables 99.4 - 99.4 99.4
Advances to customers 67.6 - 67.6 67.6
Financial liabilities:
Interest bearing loans - (345.7) (345.7) (346.8)
& borrowings
Trade & other payables - (236.8) (236.8) (236.8)
Provisions - (16.7) (16.7) (16.7)
359.2 (599.2) (240.0) (241.1)
Determination of Fair Value
Financial asset
The carrying value of the financial asset is deemed to reflect fair value at the balance sheet date as the financial asset has been acquired in the last six months.
Short term bank deposits and cash & cash equivalents
The nominal amount of all short-term bank deposits and cash & cash equivalents is deemed to reflect fair value at the balance sheet date.
Trade receivables/payables & other payables
The nominal amount of all trade receivables/payables after provision for impairment is deemed to reflect fair value at the balance sheet date with the exception of provisions which are discounted to fair value.
Advances to customers
The nominal amount of advances to customers, after provision for impairment, is considered to reflect fair value.
Interest bearing loans & borrowings
The fair value of all interest bearing loans & borrowings has been calculated by discounting all future cash flows to their present value using a market rate reflecting the Group's cost of borrowing at the balance sheet date. All loans bear interest at floating rates.
11. Retirement benefit obligations
As disclosed in the Annual Report for the year ended 29 February 2016, the Group operates a number of defined benefit pension schemes for certain employees, past and present, in the Republic of Ireland (ROI) and in Northern Ireland (NI), all of which provide pension benefits based on final salary and the assets of which are held in separate trustee administered funds. The Group closed its defined benefit pension schemes to new members in April 2007 and provides only defined contribution pension schemes for employees joining the Group since that date. The Group provides permanent health insurance cover for the benefit of certain employees and separately charges this to the income statement. There are no active members remaining in the Group's Executive Defined Benefit Pension scheme while there are 63 active members, representing less than 10% of total membership, in the ROI Staff defined benefit pension scheme and 4 active members in the NI defined benefit pension scheme.
Independent actuarial valuations of the defined benefit schemes are carried out on a triennial basis using the attained age method. The most recently completed formal actuarial valuations of the ROI schemes were carried out with an effective date of 1 January 2015 while the most recent actuarial valuation of the NI scheme was 31 December 2014. The actuarial valuations are not available for public inspection; however the results of the valuations are advised to members of the various schemes.
The funding requirements in relation to the Group's ROI defined benefit pension schemes are assessed at each valuation date and are implemented in accordance with the advice of the actuaries. Arising from the formal actuarial valuations of the main schemes the Group has committed to contributions of 22.2% of pensionable salaries along with a deficit contribution of EUR3.1m per annum until the next valuation date for the Group's Staff defined benefit pension scheme. For the NI defined benefit pension scheme, currently in surplus, we have committed to ongoing contributions of GBP0.1m per annum until the next valuation date.
In the prior financial year and current financial period the Group offered deferred members of its two ROI defined benefit schemes an opportunity to transfer out of the schemes, giving the deferred member greater control and flexibility over their pension arrangements. The closing liability of the two ROI defined benefit pension schemes as at 29 February 2016 included an obligation to pay EUR10.0m to deferred members who opted to transfer out of the schemes.
The Balance Sheet valuation of the Group's defined benefit pension schemes' assets and liabilities have been marked-to-market as at 31 August 2016 to reflect movements in the fair value of assets and changes in the assumptions used by the schemes' actuaries to value the liabilities.
The key factors influencing the change in valuation of the Group's defined benefit pension scheme obligations are as outlined below:-
Period ended 31 Period ended Year ended 29February
August 2016 31August 2016
EURm 2015 EURm
EURm
Retirement 32.7 37.3 37.3
benefit
deficit
at beginning
of period
(ROI schemes)
Retirement (4.7) (3.7) (3.7)
benefit
asset
at beginning
of period
(NI scheme)
Current service 0.6 0.8 1.1
cost
Past service (2.4) (0.4) (0.8)
gain
Net finance cost 0.1 0.3 0.6
Gain (5.1) - (5.4)
on settlement
Actuarial losses 23.7 14.9 15.4
Actuarial gains (12.7) (28.6) (10.3)
Company (2.0) (2.8) (6.5)
contributions
Translation 0.3 - 0.3
adjustment
Retirement 34.4 22.0 32.7
benefit
deficit
at end of period
(ROI schemes)
Retirement (3.9) (4.2) (4.7)
benefit
asset
at end of period
(NI scheme)
The decline in the financial position of the Group's defined benefit pension schemes as computed in accordance with IAS 19(R) Employee Benefits is primarily as a result of a decrease in discount rates. Discount rates decreased from 1.95% - 2.15% as at 29 February 2016 with respect to the Group's ROI retirement benefit obligations to 1.35% - 1.60% as at 31 August 2016, and from 3.9% as at 29 February 2016 with respect to the Group's NI retirement benefit obligations to 2.1% as at 31 August 2016. The negative impact on the Group's retirement benefit obligations as a result of the movement in discount rates was partially offset by a favourable past service gain and net finance gain.
All other significant assumptions applied in the measurement of the Group's pension obligations at 31 August 2016 are materially consistent with those as applied at 29 February 2016 as set out in the Group's Annual Report of that date.
12. Other reserves
Capital redemption reserve and capital reserve
These reserves initially arose on the conversion of preference shares into share capital of the Company and other changes and reorganisations of the Group's capital structure. These reserves are not distributable. The movements in the current and prior financial periods relate to the on-market share buyback programme undertaken by the Group during the current and prior financial periods.
Share-based payment reserve
The reserve relates to amounts expensed in the Income Statement in connection with share option grants falling within the scope of IFRS 2 Share-based Payment, plus amounts received from participants on award of Interests under the Group's Joint Share Ownership Plan, less reclassifications to retained income following exercise/forfeit post vesting or lapse of such share options and Interests.
Currency translation reserve
The translation reserve comprises all foreign exchange differences from 1 March 2004, arising from the translation of the Group's net investment in its non-Euro denominated operations, including the translation of the profits of such operations from the average exchange rate for the period/year to the exchange rate at the Balance Sheet date, as adjusted for the translation of foreign currency borrowings designated as net investment hedges and long term intra group loans for which settlement is neither planned nor likely to happen in the foreseeable future, and as a consequence are deemed quasi equity in nature and are therefore part of the Group's net investment in foreign operations.
Revaluation reserve
This reserve originally comprised the gain which arose on the revaluation of land by external valuers during the financial year ended 28 February 2009. A subsequent external valuation of freehold properties and plant & machinery was completed as at 29 February 2012. In the prior financial year, an external valuation was completed at the Group's freehold properties and plant & machinery assets in Shepton Mallet and Borrisoleigh. In the financial year ended 28 February 2015, an external valuation was completed of the Group's freehold properties in Clonmel, Wellpark and Shepton Mallet and of the Group's plant & machinery assets in Clonmel, Wellpark, Shepton Mallet and Vermont.
Treasury shares
Included in this reserve is where the Company issues equity share capital under its Joint Share Ownership Plan, which is held in trust by the Group's Employee Trust. The consideration paid, 90% by a Group company and 10% by the participants, in respect of these shares is deducted from total shareholders' equity and classified as treasury shares on consolidation until such time as the Interests vest and the participant acquires the shares from the Trust or the Interests lapse and the shares are cancelled or disposed of by the Trust. Also included in the reserve is the purchase of 9,025,000 shares at an average of EUR3.29 per share under the Group's share buyback programme during the financial year ended 28 February 2015.
13. Dividend
A final dividend of 8.92 cent per ordinary share (2015: 7.0 cent) was paid to shareholders on 13 July 2016 equating to a distribution of EUR27.7m, of which EUR23.5m was paid in cash and EUR4.2m as a scrip alternative. At the 2012 AGM shareholder approval was given to a proposal that awards made in or after 2012 and that vest under the LTIP (Part I) incentive programme should reflect the equivalent value to that which accrues to shareholders by way of dividends.
An interim dividend of 4.96 cent per share for payment on 16 December 2016 is proposed to be paid to shareholders registered at the close of business on 14 November 2016. Using the number of shares in issue at 31 August 2016 and excluding those shares for which it is assumed that the right to dividend will be waived this would equate to a distribution of EUR15.7m.
Dividends declared but unpaid at the date of approval of the financial statements are not recognised as a liability at the balance sheet date.
14. Related parties
The principal related party relationships requiring disclosure under IAS 24 Related Party Transactions pertain to the existence of subsidiary undertakings and equity accounted investees, transactions entered into by the Group with these subsidiary undertakings and equity accounted investees and the identification and compensation of, and transactions with, key management personnel.
For the purposes of the disclosure requirements of IAS 24 Related Party Disclosures, the Group has defined the term "key management personnel", as its executive and non-executive Directors. Executive Directors participate in the Group's equity share award schemes and death in service insurance programme and in the case of UK resident executive Directors are covered under the Group's permanent health insurance programme. The Group also provides private medical insurance for UK resident executive Directors. No other non-cash benefits are provided. Non-executive Directors do not receive share-based payments or post employment benefits.
Key management personnel received total compensation, including income statement charges/credit for share-based payments, of EUR1.9m for the six months ended 31 August 2016 of which EUR1.4m pertains to non share-based payment compensation, and EUR0.5m to share-based payment compensation (31 August 2015: EUR1.4m pertains to non share-based payment compensation and the value of the share-based payment compensation amounts to less than EUR0.1m).
On 28 November 2012, the Group acquired an equity investment in Thistle Pub Company Limited, a joint venture with Maclay Group plc. The Group subsequently acquired the remaining equity share capital of the Thistle Pub Company Limited business in the prior financial year on 3 August 2015. The Group therefore accounted for the Thistle Pub Company Limited as a related party from date of the initial equity investment, on 28 November 2012, to date of deemed disposal of this initial investment and subsequent acquisition of 100% Thistle Pub Company Limited on 3 August 2015.
On 21 March 2012, the Group acquired a 25% equity investment in Maclay Group plc. The Maclay Group plc went into administration in the financial year ended 28 February 2015 and the Group consequently impaired its investment in this entity in that period, however continues to account for it as a related party.
During 2013, the Group entered into a joint venture arrangement with Heather Ale Limited, run by the Williams brothers who are recognised as leading family craft brewers in Scotland, to form a new entity Drygate Brewing Company Limited. The joint venture, which is run independently of the joint venture partners existing businesses, operates a craft brewing and retail facility adjacent to Wellpark brewery.
A subsidiary of the Group holds a 33% investment in Shanter Inns Limited with which the Group trades.
The Group also holds a 50% investment in Beck & Scott (Services) Limited (Northern Ireland) and a 45.61% investment in The Irish Brewing Company Limited (Ireland) following its acquisition of Gleeson. The Group had no transaction with Beck & Scott (Services) Limited during the period nor had it any transactions with The Irish Brewing Company Limited which is a non-trading company.
Loans extended by the Group to equity accounted investees are considered trading in nature and are included within advances to customers in Trade & other receivables.
All outstanding balances with equity accounted investees, which arose from arm's length transactions, are to be settled in cash within one month of the reporting date.
Details of transactions with equity accounted investees during the period and related outstanding balances at the period end are as follows:-
Net revenue Balance outstanding
Six months to Sixmonths toAugust2015 August August2015
August 2016 2016
EURm EURm EURm EURm
Sale of Goods
to Equity
accounted investees:
Maclay Group plc - 0.5 - -
Drygate Brewing 0.1 0.2 - 0.1
Company
Limited
Thistle Pub Company n/a 0.4 n/a -
Limited
Shanter Inns Limited 0.1 0.1 - -
0.2 1.2 - 0.1
Balance outstanding
August 2016 August2015
EURm EURm
Loans to Equity
accounted
investees:
Drygate Brewing 2.3 2.3
Company
Limited
2.3 2.3
Balance outstanding
Purchases
Six months to Sixmonthsto August2015 August 2016 August2015
August 2016
EURm EURm EURm EURm
Purchase of Goods
from Equity
accounted investees:
Drygate Brewing 0.3 0.2 0.1 0.1
Company
Limited
There have been no other related party transactions that could have a material impact on the financial position or performance of the Group for the first six months of the financial year ending 28 February 2017.
15. Events after the balance sheet dateT
here were no material events subsequent to the balance sheet date of 31 August 2016 which would require disclosure in this report.
16.Board approval
The Board approved the financial report for the six months ended 31 August 2016 on 27 October 2016.
17. Distribution of interim report
This report and further information on C&C is available on the Group's website (www.candcgroupplc.com). Details of the Scrip Dividend Offer in respect of the interim dividend for the financial year 28 February 2017 will be posted to shareholders on 14 November 2016.
Supplementary Financial InformationAlternative Performance Measures
The Directors have adopted various alternative performance measures ("APMs") to provide additional useful information on the underlying trends, performance and position of the Group. These measures are used for performance analysis. The alternative performance measures are not defined by IFRS and therefore may not be directly comparable with other companies' alternative performance measures. These measures are not intended to be a substitute for, or superior to, IFRS measurements. The key Alternative Performance Measures ("APMs") of the Group are set out below:
-- Adjusted earnings or operating profit before exceptional items: Profit
for the period attributable to equity shareholders as adjusted for
exceptional items.
-- EBITDA: EBITDA is earnings before finance income, finance
expense, tax, depreciation, amortisation charges and equity accounted
investees' profit/(loss) after tax.
-- Constant currency: Prior period revenue, net revenue and
operating profit for each of the Group's reporting segments as
restated to constant exchange rates for transactions by subsidiary
undertakings in currencies other than their functional currency and
for translation in relation to the Group's non-Euro denominated
subsidiaries. Refer to page 12 for constant currency table.
-- Exceptional items: Significant items of income and expense
within the Group results for the period which by virtue of their scale
and nature are disclosed in the income statement and related notes as
exceptional items.
-- Free Cash flow: Free Cash Flow is a non IFRS measure that
comprises cash flow from operating activities net of capital
investment cash outflows/(inflows) which form part of investing
activities. Free Cash Flow highlights the underlying cash generating
performance of the on-going business. Refer to page 10 for free cash
flow workings.
-- Net debt: Net debt comprises borrowings (net of unamortised
issue costs) less cash & cash equivalents.
-- Net debt/EBITDA: A measurement of leverage, calculated as the
Group's net debt, divided by its adjusted EBITDA.
-- Net revenue: Net Revenue is defined by the Group as Revenue
less Excise duties. Excise duties, which represent a significant
proportion of Net Revenue enhances the transparency and provides a
more meaningful analysis of underlying sales.
-- Operating margin:Operating margin is based on operating
profit before exceptional items and is calculated as a percentage of
net revenue. Refer to segmental review for operating margin
calculations.
Reconciliation H1'17 H1'16 Adjusted H1'17 H1'16
of EURm EURm profit EURm EURm
adjusted before tax
profit
to EBITDA
Profit for 42.9 45.4
the period
Income tax 7.4 7.3 Profit before 50.3 52.7
expense tax
Net finance 3.7 4.5 Exceptional 1.1 5.5
expense items
before tax
Share - (0.1) Share - (0.1)
of of
equity equity
accountedinvestee accountedinvestees'
profit gain after tax
Intangible 0.2 0.2 Adjusted 51.4 58.1
asset profit
amortisation before tax
Depreciation 7.4 9.8
EBITDA 61.6 67.1
Adjusted H1'17 H1'16 Adjusted H1'17 H1'16
EBITDA EURm EURm profit EURm EURm
after tax
EBITDA 61.6 67.1 Profit after 42.9 45.4
tax
Exceptional 1.1 5.5 Exceptional 0.9 4.5
items items
before tax after tax
Adjusted 62.7 72.6 Adjusted 43.8 49.9
EBITDA profit
after tax
H1'17 H1'16 H1'17 H1'16
Net revenue EURm EURm Net debt EURm EURm
Revenue 449.8 513.9 Interest 345.7 367.1
bearing
loans
&borrowings
Excise duties (142.8) (155.3) Cash (190.5) (247.3)
&
cash equivalents
Net revenue 307.0 358.6 Net debt 155.2 119.8
EBITDA 112.7 131.5
(rolling)
Net debt to 1.4 0.9
EBITDA
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