Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR 2023 half-year report - media release

Straumann Group reports strong second-quarter result

  • Half-yearrevenue reached CHF 1.2 billion, growing 7.5% organically, achieving CHF 621 million or 11.7% in the second quarter
  • Core EBIT margin at 26% in the first half year
  • Acquisition of GalvoSurge, a manufacturer of medical devices for optimal cleaning of dental implants
  • Yang Xu to join as Group CFO end of August
  • Outlook 2023 confirmed: Organic revenue growth is expected in the high single-digit percentage range and profitability at around 25% including growth investments

in CHF million /

margin changes rounded

H1 2023

H1 2022

Revenue

Change CHF

Change w/out FX

Change organic

Gross profit

Margin

Margin change CHF Margin change w/out FX

EBITDA

Margin

Margin change CHF Margin change w/out FX

EBIT

Margin

Margin change CHF Margin change w/out FX

Net result

Margin

Margin change CHF Basic EPS (in CHF)

Free cash flow

Margin

Headcount (end of June)

IFRS

CORE1

IFRS

1216.9

1216.9

1178.3

3.3%

9.1%

7.5%

915.2

915.3

895.7

75.2%

75.2%

76.0%

(80bps)

20bps

365.8

375.7

381.7

30.1%

30.9%

32.4%

(150bps)

20bps

296.6

316.7

323.9

24.4%

26.0%

27.5%

(190bps)

(10bps)

206.0

228.7

265.3

16.9%

18.8%

22.5%

(400bps)

1.29

1.43

1.67

112.1

78.1

9.2%

6.6%

10543

9883

CORE1

1178.3

19.6%

21.6%

20.8%

895.7

76.0%

(30bps)

20bps

381.7

32.4%

(140bps)

(80bps)

329.1

27.9%

(90bps)

(30bps)

269.0

22.8%

(20bps)

1.69

1 The 'core' figures in this document exclude purchase-price allocation (PPA) amortization, impairments, restructuring expenses, legal cases, consolidation result of former associates, and other non-recurring incidents. Details and a reconciliation of the reported and core income statement are provided on pages 11ff.

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Basel, August 15, 2023: Straumann Group revenue reached CHF 1.2 billion in the first six months of 2023 with an organic growth rate of 7.5%. Overall patient flow remained favorable in the second quarter resulting in a strong organic growth rate of 11.7%.

All regions delivered very strong results, while the Asia Pacific region positively stood out due to the dynamic developments in China. The significant increase in volume compared to the previous second quarter was also due to the local COVID-19 lockdowns last year.

The implantology business kept its strong growth pace and digital solutions showed continued momentum, both contributed strongly to customer conversion.

Guillaume Daniellot, Chief Executive Officer, commented: "This excellent second quarter result reflects the exceptional efforts and dedication of our teams around the world to deliver on the high demand for our solutions. In addition, we made great progress in our strategic projects, particularly in the digital transformation programs and the innovation strategy through the acquisition of GalvoSurge. Despite isolated consumer weakness, we remain confident in reaching our full-year guidance."

Revenue in Swiss francs was impacted by a negative currency development mainly related to the Euro, US Dollar, Chinese Renminbi, Turkish Lira, and Japanese Yen. Core EBIT margin reached 26%.

STRATEGIC PROGRESS SECOND QUARTER

Acquisition of GalvoSurge for optimal cleaning of dental implants

In June, the Group announced the acquisition of GalvoSurge, a Swiss manufacturer in the dental field. The company offers a medical device that helps to treat peri-implantitis and thus aims to protect patients from implant loss. The GalvoSurge dental implant cleaning system effectively treats patients with a wide range of implant systems. By removing the biofilm, the device is designed to support clinicians to treat peri-implantitis, without harming healthy soft and hard tissue.

ClearCorrect further enhances its ClearPilot software

In the second quarter, ClearCorrect further enhanced its ClearPilot software with new features to improve the user experience and streamline dental treatments.

ClearPilot enhanced the visualization and customization of bite ramps, allowing for precise adjustments. This improves esthetics, optimal patient comfort and the effectiveness of the ramps for successful treatment outcomes. The bite ramps feature is currently in the limited market release phase and a full market release is planned for the third quarter of 2023.

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People announcements

Yang Xu will join the Group as Chief Financial Officer and Member of the Executive Management Board towards the end of August.

Rahma Samow, Head of Dental Service Organizations (DSO), has decided to leave the Group and join one of Straumann Group's main business partners. The hiring process for a new DSO Head is ongoing.

The Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) approved the Group's net-zerotargets Within its sustainability framework, the Group has committed to care for the planet and society and set itself ambitious emissions reduction targets in line with climate science and a 1.5°C trajectory. The company's targets to reduce 42% of their scope 1 and 2 emissions and 25% of their scope 3 emissions by 2030 as well as reach net-zero emissions by 2040 have been independently assessed and approved by the SBTi.

REGIONAL PERFORMANCES IN THE SECOND QUARTER

The Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) region remains primary revenue driver The EMEA region generated CHF 273 million revenue in the second quarter, achieving organic growth of 8.8% compared to the same quarter in 2022. With this, the region continues to be the primary revenue driver for the Group. Growth was primarily fueled by the strong performance of key markets such as Germany, Turkey, the United Kingdom, Italy and Eastern Europe. Both, the premium and challenger implantology solutions continued to lead revenue growth supported by the remarkable success of intraoral scanners. Furthermore, the orthodontics business grew considerably, strengthening its position in the EMEA region.

North America revenue growth driven by digital innovation

The North America region reported revenue of CHF 173 million showing a solid 7% organic growth in the second quarter to which both, the US and Canada contributed. The implantology business performed well, with Neodent delivering strong results in the second quarter. Additionally, the intraoral scanners showed a good performance and orthodontics improved its value proposition by enhancing its service level.

Asia Pacific region showing exceptionally high growth rate

In the second quarter of 2023, the Asia Pacific region achieved revenue of CHF 122 million or 23% organic revenue growth compared to the same period in 2022 which was impacted by COVID-19 lockdowns. In addition, patient flow and thus volumes in China were driven by the pent-up demand caused by the effect of COVID-19 in the first quarter and the volume-based procurement process dynamics which accelerated in the second quarter. Japan, Australia and India performed strongly. Digital solutions and implantology, premium as well as challenger, grew significantly compared to last year's second quarter.

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Latin America delivers double-digit revenue growth for the ninth quarter in a row

The Latin American business achieved remarkable 20% organic revenue growth in the second quarter of this year, leading to CHF 53 million in revenue. Brazil remained the primary revenue contributor, showing strong demand for Neodent solutions. The region's market share expanded as it successfully attracted new customers through nationwide educational events. Chile and Argentina also demonstrated strong growth, contributing to the region's overall success. Digital solutions, particularly the Virtuo Vivo intraoral scanner, gained significant momentum in the market, further strengthening the company's position. Additionally, the orthodontics business had a positive impact on the region's performance.

REVENUE BY REGION

Q2 2023

Q2 2022

H1 2023

H1 2022

in CHF million

Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)

272.6

259.0

559.1

526.2

Change CHF

5.2%

12.9%

6.3%

18.6%

Change w/out FX

12.5%

21%

12.4%

26.8%

Change organic

8.8%

21%

9.0%

26.8%

% of Group total

43.9%

43.9%

45.9%

44.7%

North America

173.2

172.1

355.2

342.2

Change CHF

0.7%

13.0%

3.8%

17.9%

Change w/out FX

7.0%

8.0%

7.1%

14.0%

Change organic

7.0%

8.0%

7.1%

14.0%

% of Group total

27.9%

29.2%

29.2%

29.0%

Asia Pacific

122.3

111.5

202.2

223.8

Change CHF

9.6%

8.5%

(9.7%)

14.8%

Change w/out FX

23.1%

9.9%

(0.3%)

15.4%

Change organic

23.1%

5.9%

(0.8%)

11.8%

% of Group total

19.7%

18.9%

16.6%

19.0%

Latin America

53.2

46.8

100.4

86.1

Change CHF

13.7%

49.5%

16.6%

52.4%

Change w/out FX

20.1%

40.3%

20.1%

44.0%

Change organic

20.1%

40.3%

20.1%

44.0%

% of Group total

8.6%

7.9%

8.2%

7.3%

GROUP

621.3

589.4

1216.9

1178.3

Change CHF

5.4%

14.3%

3.3%

19.6%

Change w/out FX

13.4%

16.0%

9.1%

21.6%

Change organic

11.7%

15.1%

7.5%

20.8%

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OPERATIONS AND FINANCES

To facilitate a like-for-like comparison, the Group presents core results in addition to the results reported under IFRS. In the first six months of 2023, the following effects (after tax) were defined as non-core items:

  • The amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets amounting to CHF 3 million.
  • Restructuring costs in the APAC and LATAM regions of CHF 19 million.

A reconciliation table and detailed information are provided on pages 11 ff. of this media release.

Gross profit margin remains at high level

In the first six months of 2023, the Group's strong topline growth led to a core gross profit of CHF 915 million which is a CHF 20 million increase in absolute terms. The corresponding margin of 75.2% remains high despite the changing portfolio mix and a decrease of 100 basis points due to a negative currency effect compared to 2022. Adjusted for currency effects, the Group was able to increase the margin by 20 basis points.

Core EBIT margin at 26%

Reflecting on the EBIT margin, the first half of the year is typically higher than the second. Compared to last year's result, EBIT decreased by CHF 12 million amounting to CHF 317 million. The core EBIT margin reached 26% which is 190 basis points below the same period in the prior year and in line with our expectations. Currency fluctuations, driven by the weakening of the Euro, the US Dollar, the Chinese Renminbi and Turkish Lira, had a negative impact of 180 basis points on the core EBIT margin.

Core distribution expenses rose by CHF 5 million to CHF 215 million in 2023. This includes direct sales-force expenses and logistics costs. Core administrative expenses increased by CHF 29 million to CHF 388 million. This includes research, development, general overhead and marketing costs, especially from the direct-to-consumer business.

Core net profit reaches CHF 229 million

Core net financial expenses increased by CHF 30 million to CHF 36 million. This primarily reflects unrealized negative currency valuation impacts, mainly in emerging markets. Higher interest rates led to extended currency hedging costs and adjustments in earn-outs while the interest income on cash balances slightly increased. Income taxes amounted to CHF 47 million, resulting in an income tax rate of 17%. Core net profit reached CHF 229 million, resulting in a margin of 19%. Core basic earnings per share decreased from CHF 1.69 to CHF 1.43.

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