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MIK Meikles Limited

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Meikles Ld Half year results for the six months ended 30 Sept 2015

10/12/2015 7:00am

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TIDMMIK 
 
MEIKLES LIMITED 
 
         ABRIDGED UNAUDITED FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 
 
                               30 SEPTEMBER 2015 
 
CHAIRMAN'S STATEMENT 
 
Group Overview 
 
Group turnover for the six month period to 30 September increased by 15% 
relative to the previous period. The contribution to turnover by the different 
segments of the Group is set out in Note 6. 
 
Operating income increased by 18% relative to the previous period. 
 
Whilst operating expenses excluding depreciation have increased by 3%, they 
have reduced to 20% of turnover from 22% recorded in the comparative period. 
The increase in operating expenses was caused by a growth in rents payable to 
third parties as a result of growth in turnover and by a growth in utility 
connected expenditures. Other costs, including employment costs, were static. 
There has been a combination of employment cost reductions in segments of the 
Group and the creation of further employment opportunities from growth projects 
in the Group. 
 
 
EBITDA increased by $6.4m relative to the previous period. The contribution to 
EBITDA by the different segments of the group are set out in Note 6. 
 
Interest payable decreased by 14% mainly due to the reduced borrowings. 
Interest received decreased by 41%, as a result of reduced interest receivable 
on outstanding balances due from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Net interest 
payable increased by 12% to $3.7 million. 
 
Fair value gains on biological assets reduced from $3.6 million to $0.66 
million. Shareholders are reminded that these sums are non-cash flow in nature. 
 
The movements relative to the Balance with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe and 
Treasury Bills are detailed in Notes 4 and 5. 
 
 
Group net borrowings are detailed in Note 7. Shareholders will observe that net 
borrowings have decreased by approximately $22 million over the six month 
period. 
 
Negotiations on further sums considered due from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe 
as disclosed in the 31 March 2015 annual report are in progress. It is 
expected that this matter will be finalised very shortly and Shareholders will 
be advised  further at the appropriate time. Any resultant adjustment to the 
financial results will be disclosed to Shareholders and will be included in the 
results of the second half of the current financial year. 
 
With the exception of trade and other receivables which reflect a positive 
reduction for the period, other balance sheet items remained substantially 
unchanged in total. Segment assets and liabilities are disclosed in Note 6. 
 
Segment Commentary 
 
TM Supermarkets trading as TM and PnP 
 
Two new supermarkets were opened in Harare (Avondale and city centre) during 
the period to 30 September but neither was operating for the entire period. 
Other supermarkets were refurbished and this process is continuing into the 
second half of the year. 
 
 
Turnover increased by 17% and operating income expressed as a percentage of 
turnover increased from 18% to 19.5%. 
 
 
Expenses expressed as a percentage of turnover decreased marginally from 16.5% 
to 16%. 
 
 
Stock turns improved from 7.1 to 8.7 times. 
 
TM is well positioned to redeem its term borrowings on schedule and these will 
be repaid progressively over the next twelve months. 
 
A major shopping centre development in Borrowdale in which TM is a participant 
will commence shortly. 
 
It is pleasing to note that TM does provide opportunities for further 
employment in Zimbabwe and in this context it is an important contributor to 
the economy. 
 
On the 24 November 2015, The Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers presented TM 
PnP Supermarkets with a number of awards, including 'Supermarket of the Year - 
Consumer's Choice' and 'Best Retailer - Environmental Management'. 
 
 
Stores - Meikles Stores and Meikles Mega Market 
 
The two divisions have not made a positive contribution to EBITDA in the six 
month period, but they have achieved substantial financial improvement and have 
performed in accordance with expectations. Shareholders have been advised that 
these divisions will not make a loss in the second half of the year. This 
remains appropriate. 
 
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers presented Barbours Department Store 
with the 'Clothing Retailer of the Year' award on 24 November 2015. 
 
 
Tanganda 
Tanganda has been adversely affected in the period to 30 September by a 
decrease in international bulk tea prices. Average prices fell to $1.28/kg from 
$1.32/kg for the comparative period. It is expected that average bulk tea 
prices will increase over the forthcoming period but will not yet reach the 
favourable levels realised in the 2014 financial year. 
 
Tanganda needs another two rainy seasons including the forthcoming season to 
realize a material contribution from its diversification programme. This 
programme does encapsulate the future of Tanganda, as a major contributor to 
the agricultural sector of the economy. 
 
The new packing machines are in operation in Mutare, and there is greater 
mechanisation on the estates. The cost of producing both bulk and packed tea 
has reduced, with considerable benefit to the company. 
 
There may be uncertainty concerning the expectations of rains in the 
forthcoming season. Tanganda has implemented an appropriate defensive strategy. 
 
On 8 October 2015, Zimtrade presented Tanganda with the 'Zimtrade 2014 Best 
Exporter of the Year Award - Processed Food Sector'. 
 
Hospitality 
The two hotels in Zimbabwe have been affected by the new value added tax, which 
has had a material effect on revenue, as the value added tax could not be 
passed on to guests in full. The South African visa requirements have also had 
a negative effect on tourist arrivals. 
 
 
Occupancies in Harare have shown a modest increase, while those at Victoria 
Falls have declined. 
 
 
Expenditures in both hotels have decreased. 
 
 
The next phase of renovation at Victoria Falls will begin early in 2016. The 
hotel will be in a strong position to defend its competitive position. 
 
Meikles Hotel was presented with the '2015 Best City Hotel' award by 
Association of Zimbabwe Travel Agents (AZTA) in September 2015 for the 23rd 
consecutive year. The Victoria Falls Hotel was voted the '4th Best Resort in 
Africa & Middle East 2015' by the Travel and Leisure magazine. 
 
Outlook 
The different segments of the Group are expected to continue to enhance their 
performance. Growth associated with a number of projects underway in segments 
of the Group are substantial and will provide a platform for further growth in 
earnings. There may be uncertainties relating to the weather and to the 
operating environment in general. 
 
Appreciation 
 
I would like to extend my appreciation to our customers, suppliers, 
shareholders and regulatory authorities for their continued support. I would 
also like to extend my appreciation to my fellow Directors, and to management 
and staff for their dedication and commitment. 
 
Dividend 
 
The Board has not declared an interim dividend. 
 
JRT Moxon 
 
Executive Chairman 
 
24 November 2015 
 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME 
 
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2015 
 
                                                             Unaudited     Unaudited 
 
                                                          30 September  30 September 
                                                                  2015          2014 
 
                                                               US$ 000       US$ 000 
 
Revenue                                                        225,690       196,254 
 
Net operating costs                                          (225,241)     (202,191) 
 
Operating profit / (loss)                                          449       (5,937) 
 
Investment income                                                1,783         3,047 
 
Finance costs                                                  (5,446)       (6,329) 
 
Net exchange difference                                          (177)            21 
 
Loss recognised on disposal of Treasury Bills                  (4,009)             - 
 
Fair value loss on disposal of  available-for-sale             (3,691)             - 
financial assets 
 
Fair value adjustments on biological assets                        657         3,646 
 
Loss before tax                                               (10,434)       (5,552) 
 
Income tax (expense) / credit                                    (373)         2,734 
 
Loss for the period                                           (10,807)       (2,818) 
 
Other comprehensive income, net of tax 
 
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit 
or loss: 
 
Fair value gain on available-for-sale financial assets          10,722             - 
 
Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax           10,722             - 
 
TOTAL COMPREHENSIVE LOSS FOR THE PERIOD                           (85)       (2,818) 
 
(Loss) / income for the period attributable to: 
 
     Owners of the parent                                     (12,179)       (1,976) 
 
     Non-controlling interests                                   1,372         (842) 
 
                                                              (10,807)       (2,818) 
 
Total comprehensive (loss) / income attributable to: 
 
     Owners of the parent                                      (1,457)       (1,976) 
 
     Non-controlling interests                                   1,372         (842) 
 
                                                                  (85)       (2,818) 
 
Loss per share (cents) 
 
Basic                                                           (4.80)        (0.78) 
 
Diluted                                                         (4.46)        (0.72) 
 
Headline loss per share (cents)                                 (2.29)        (1.70) 
 
Diluted headline loss per share (cents)                         (2.13)        (1.58) 
 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION 
 
AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2015 
 

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                                                              Unaudited       Audited 
 
                                                           30 September 31 March 2015 
                                                                   2015 
 
                                                                US$ 000       US$ 000 
 
ASSETS 
 
Non-current assets 
 
Property, plant and equipment                                   124,866       125,145 
 
Investment property                                                 248           249 
 
Investment in Mentor Africa                                      22,931        22,931 
Limited 
 
Biological assets                                                42,834        41,083 
 
Intangible assets                                                   124           124 
 
Other financial assets                                           12,088        12,246 
 
Deferred tax                                                      4,617         4,201 
 
Total non-current assets                                        207,708       205,979 
 
Current assets 
 
Balances with Reserve Bank of                                         -         7,229 
Zimbabwe 
 
Treasury Bills                                                   11,727        22,942 
 
Inventories                                                      36,902        35,626 
 
Trade and other receivables                                      13,058        19,893 
 
Other financial assets                                            4,192         4,093 
 
Cash and bank balances                                           16,188         8,883 
 
 Total current assets                                            82,067        98,666 
 
Total assets                                                    289,775       304,645 
 
EQUITY AND LIABILITIES 
 
Capital and reserves 
 
Share capital                                                     2,538         2,538 
 
Share premium                                                     1,316         1,316 
 
Other reserves                                                   10,808            87 
 
Retained earnings                                               103,755       115,934 
 
Equity attributable to equity                                   118,417       119,875 
holders of the parent 
 
Non-controlling interests                                        18,710        17,281 
 
Total  equity                                                   137,127       137,156 
 
Non-current liabilities 
 
Borrowings                                                       15,998        24,402 
 
Deferred tax                                                     13,215        12,508 
 
Total non-current liabilities                                    29,213        36,910 
 
Current liabilities 
 
Trade and other payables                                         59,955        60,397 
 
Borrowings                                                       63,480        70,182 
 
Total current liabilities                                       123,435       130,579 
 
Total liabilities                                               152,648       167,489 
 
Total equity and liabilities                                    289,775       304,645 
 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY 
 
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2015 
 
                                             Share       Share           Non Investments 
                                           capital     premium distributable revaluation 
                                                                    reserves 
 
                                           US$ 000     US$ 000      US$ 000     US$ 000 
 
2015 - unaudited 
 
Balance at 1 April 2015                      2,538       1,316        12,559    (12,472) 
 
Loss for the period                              -           -             -           - 
 
Other comprehensive income for the               -           -             -      10,721 
period 
 
Funding from non-controlling interests           -                         -           - 
-Mopani Property Development (Private)                       - 
Limited 
 
Balance at 30 September 2015                 2,538       1,316        12,559     (1,751) 
 
2014 -unaudited 
 
Balance at 1 April 2014                      2,538       1,316        12,559      12,559 
 
Loss for the period                              -           -             -           - 
 
Balance at 30 September 2014                 2,538       1,316        12,559      12,559 
 
 
 
                                            Retained Attributable            Non     Total 
                                            earnings  to owners of   controlling 
                                                            parent     interests 
 
                                            US$ 000        US$ 000       US$ 000   US$ 000 
 
2015 - unaudited 
 
Balance at 1 April 2015                      115,934       119,875        17,281   137,156 
 
Loss for the period                         (12,179)      (12,179)         1,372  (10,807) 
 
Other comprehensive income for the                 -        10,721             -    10,721 
period 
 
Funding from non-controlling interests             -             -            57        57 
-Mopani Property Development (Private) 
Limited 
 
Balance at 30 September 2015                 103,755       118,417        18,710   137,127 
 
2014 -unaudited 
 
Balance at 1 April 2014                      155,455       171,868        14,222   186,090 
 
Loss for the period                          (1,976)       (1,976)         (842)   (2,818) 
 
Balance at 30 September 2014                 153,479       169,892        13,380   183,272 
 
 
 
 
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH  FLOWS 
 
FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2015 
 
                                                               Unaudited    Unaudited 
 
                                                            30 September 30 September 
                                                                    2015         2014 
 
                                                                US$ 000       US$ 000 
 
Cash flows from operating activities 
 
Loss before tax                                                 (10,434)      (5,552) 
 
Adjustments for: 
 
- Depreciation and impairment of property, plant                   4,541        4,402 
and equipment and investment property 
 
- Net interest                                                     3,663        3,282 
 
- Net exchange difference                                            177         (21) 
 
- Fair value adjustments on biological assets                      (657)      (3,646) 
 
  * Loss recognised on discounting Treasury Bills                  4,009            - 
 
  * Fair value loss on disposal of                                 3,691            - 
    available-for-sale financial assets 
 
- Loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment                   23          168 
 
Operating cash flow before working capital changes                 5,013      (1,367) 
 
Increase in inventories                                          (1,277)      (2,317) 
 
Decrease in trade and other receivables                            6,654          192 
 
(Decrease) / increase in trade and other payables                  (417)        2,799 
 
Cash generated from / (used in) operations                         9,973        (693) 
 
Income taxes paid                                                   (86)        (105) 
 
Net cash generated from / (used in) operating                      9,887        (798) 
activities 
 
Cash flows from investing activities 
 
Payment for property, plant and equipment                        (4,316)     (13,763) 
 
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and                         30           63 
equipment 
 
Proceeds from sale of Treasury Bills                              22,951       11,418 
 
Net movement in other  investments                                    61         (61) 
 
Net expenditure on biological assets                             (1,098)        (921) 
 
Investment income                                                    297          457 
 
Net cash generated from / (used in) investing                     17,925      (2,807) 
activities 
 
Cash flows from financing activities 
 
Net decrease in interest bearing borrowings                     (15,106)      (6,803) 
 
Proceeds on disposal of partial interest in a                         57            - 
subsidiary without loss of control 
 
Finance costs                                                    (5,446)      (6,330) 
 
Net cash used in financing activities                           (20,495)     (13,133) 
 
Net  increase / (decrease) in cash and bank                        7,317     (16,738) 
balances 
 
Cash and bank balances at the beginning of the                     8,883       22,952 
period 
 
Net effect of exchange rate changes on cash and                     (12)          (7) 
bank balances 
 
Cash and bank balances at the end of the period                   16,188        6,207 
 
NOTES TO THE ABRIDGED UNAUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 
 
1. Basis of preparation 
 
The abridged unaudited financial results are prepared from statutory records 
that are maintained under the historical cost basis except for biological 
assets and certain financial instruments which are measured at fair value. 
Historical cost is generally based on the fair value of the consideration given 
in exchange for assets. These abridged unaudited results do not include all 
information and disclosures required to fully comply with IFRS and should be 
read in conjunction with the Group's annual report for the year ended 31 March 
2015. 
 
2. Currency of reporting 
 
The abridged unaudited financial results are presented in United States dollars 
which is the functional currency of the Group. 
 
3. Accounting policies 
 
Accounting policies and methods of computation applied in the preparation of 

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these abridged unaudited financial statements are consistent, in all material 
respects, with those applied in the preparation of the Group's annual financial 
statements for the year ended 31 March 2015, with no significant impact arising 
from subsequent new and revised International Financial Reporting Standards 
(IFRSs). 
 
4. Balance with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe 
 
The movement in the balance with the RBZ from 1 April 2015 to 30 September 2015 
is analysed below: 
 
                                                               Unaudited      Audited 
 
                                                            30 September     31 March 
                                                                    2015         2015 
 
                                          Note                   US$ 000      US$ 000 
 
Balance at beginning of period                                     7,229       90,861 
 
Nominal value of Treasury Bills received         i               (8,729)     (71,156) 
 
Provision for settlement discount                                      -     (14,705) 
 
Interest                                                           1,500        2,229 
 
Balance at end of period                                               -        7,229 
 
Analysis of balance 
 
Amount due in cash on 31 March 2015             ii                     -        5,000 
 
Interest                                                               -        2,229 
 
Balance at end of period                                               -        7,229 
 
Notes: 
 
 i. The fair value of the Treasury Bills received by the Company from the RBZ 
    is US$7.6 million and the basis of calculating the fair value of the 
    Treasury Bills is set out in note 5. 
ii. The amount of US$5 million which was due and payable in cash by 31 March 
    2015 was received in the form of Treasury Bills with a nominal value of 
    $6.5 million on 31 August 2015. 
 
5. Treasury Bills 
 
Details of the movement in the Treasury Bills are as follows: 
 
                                                             Unaudited      Audited 
 
                                                          30 September     31 March 
                                                                  2015         2015 
 
                                                               US$ 000      US$ 000 
 
At fair value: 
 
Balance at the beginning of the period                          22,942            - 
 
Treasury Bills received during the period                        7,611       47,084 
 
Treasury Bills disposed during the period                     (26,960)     (27,166) 
 
Fair value adjustments                                           6,648            - 
 
Treasury Bills on hand at 30 September 2015                     10,241       19,918 
 
Accrued interest                                                 1,486        3,024 
 
Balance at 30 September 2015                                    11,727       22,942 
 
Treasury Bills have been designated as "available-for-sale" (AFS) financial 
assets and were initially recognised/measured at fair (market) value. The fair 
(market) value of the Treasury Bills on initial recognition was calculated 
based on a yield to maturity of 17%. This yield to maturity was determined with 
reference to the percentage discount to the nominal value of the Treasury Bills 
at which the Company has been able to sell certain of the Treasury Bills in the 
open market. 
 
Interest income on the Treasury Bills is recognised using the effective 
interest rate method and is included in "Investment income" in the Statement of 
Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income. 
 
Treasury Bills with a nominal value of US$13.1 million are pledged as security 
for loans. 
 
Treasury Bills issued by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe held at 30 September 
2015: 
 
                                                               Unaudited      Audited 
 
                                                            30 September     31 March 
                                                                    2015         2015 
 
At fair (market) value                                           US$ 000      US$ 000 
 
Treasury Bills maturing on 10 April 2017 with a                   11,727            - 
coupon rate of 5% 
 
Treasury Bills maturing on 11 June 2018 with a                         -       10,922 
coupon rate of 2% 
 
Treasury Bills maturing on 10 June 2019 with a                         -        8,375 
coupon rate of 2% 
 
Treasury Bills maturing on 23 December 2016 with                       -        3,645 
a coupon rate of 5% 
 
                                                                  11,727       22,942 
 
The Treasury Bill number ZTB73120150410Z on  hand at 30 September 2015 was 
re-issued on 10 April 2015  with a nominal value of  $31,886,811. This Treasury 
Bill was partially disposed during the period and the nominal value on hand 
at  the reporting  date was $13.1 million.  The coupon  payment dates are  10 
April and 10 October. 
 
6. Segment information 
 
                                                              Unaudited      Unaudited 
 
                                                           30 September   30 September 
                                                                   2015           2014 
 
                                                                US$ 000        US$ 000 
 
Revenue 
 
Supermarkets                                                    196,731        167,995 
 
Hotels                                                            8,267          8,814 
 
Agriculture                                                      11,193         11,135 
 
Departmental stores                                               3,103          3,773 
 
Wholesaling                                                       7,230          5,395 
 
Corporate*                                                        (834)          (858) 
 
                                                                225,690        196,254 
 
EBITDA 
 
Supermarkets                                                      6,963          3,182 
 
Hotels                                                            1,189          1,396 
 
Agriculture                                                       (292)          (878) 
 
Departmental stores                                               (570)        (1,957) 
 
Wholesaling                                                       (874)        (1,049) 
 
Corporate*                                                      (1,425)        (2,228) 
 
                                                                  4,991        (1,534) 
 
The EBITDA figures are before Group management fees. 
 
                                                                Unaudited         Audited 
 
                                                             30 September   31 March 2015 
                                                                     2015 
 
                                                                  US$ 000         US$ 000 
 
Segment assets 
 
Supermarkets                                                     87,644         83,464 
 
Hotels                                                           49,200         49,216 
 
Agriculture                                                      74,077         75,270 
 
Departmental stores                                              31,045         30,516 
 
Wholesaling                                                       3,844          2,048 
 
Corporate*                                                       43,965         64,131 
 
                                                                289,775        304,645 
 
Segment liabilities 
 
Supermarkets                                                     50,826         49,524 
 
Hotels                                                           21,473         20,922 
 
Agriculture                                                      30,736         33,933 
 
Departmental stores                                              15,938         16,533 
 
Wholesaling                                                       4,352          3,542 
 
Corporate*                                                       29,323         43,035 
 
                                                                152,648        167,489 
 
*Intercompany transactions and balances have been 
eliminated from the corporate amounts. Corporate also 
includes other subsidiaries that are immaterial to 
warrant separate disclosure 
 
7. Net borrowings 
 
Non-current borrowings                                           15,998         24,402 
 
Current borrowings                                               63,480         70,182 
 
Total borrowings                                                 79,478         94,584 
 
Cash and cash equivalents                                      (16,188)        (8,883) 
 
Net borrowings                                                   63,290         85,701 
 
 
The weighted average capitalisation rate on funds borrowed was 11.81% (2014: 
12.61%) per annum. The borrowings are secured by freehold land and buildings 
with a carrying value of $61.8 million, Treasury Bills with a nominal value of 
$13.1 million, inventory worth $6.5 million, trade receivables amounting to 
$4.7 million, negative pledge over assets for borrowings worth $4.4 million and 
unlimited cross company guarantees on  borrowings amounting to $24.5 million. 
 
                                                            Unaudited     Unaudited 
 
                                                         30 September  30 September 
                                                                 2015          2014 
 
                                                              US$ 000       US$ 000 
 
8. Depreciation, amortisation and impairment 
 
Depreciation of property plant and equipment                    4,417         4,324 
 
Impairment of property, plant and equipment                       123            77 
 

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