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Autoliv: Financial Report April – June 2023
STOCKHOLM, July 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — (NYSE: ALV) (SSE: ALIV.sdb)
Q2 2023: Record second quarter sales
Financial highlights Q2 2023
$2,635 million net sales
27% net sales increase
27% organic sales increase*
3.6% operating margin
8.0% adjusted operating margin*
$0.61 EPS, 32% decrease
$1.93 adjusted EPS*, 115% increase
Full year 2023 indications
Around 15% organic sales growth
Around 1% positive FX effect on net sales
Around 8.5%-9.0% adjusted operating margin
Around $900 million operating cash flow
Key business developments in the second quarter of 2023
- Sales increased organically* by 27%, which was 11pp better than global LVP growth of 15.5% (S&P Global July 2023). We outperformed significantly in all regions, mainly due to new product launches and higher prices.
- Profitability improved substantially, positively impacted by price increases, organic growth and our cost reduction activities. Operating income was $94 million and operating margin was 3.6%. Adjusted operating income* improved from $124 million to $212 million and adjusted operating margin* increased from 6.0% to 8.0%, despite inflationary pressure, adverse FX effects and two isolated supply chain disruptions. Return on capital employed was 9.5% and adjusted return on capital employed* was 21.0%.
- Operating cash flow increased from negative $51 million to $379 million, driven mainly by improved adjusted operating income and positive working capital effects. Free cash flow* increased to $255 million from negative $190 million. The leverage ratio* improved from 1.6x in the first quarter 2023 to 1.3x, impacted by lower net debt and higher adjusted EBITDA. A dividend of $0.66 per share was paid, and 0.48 million shares were repurchased and retired in the quarter.
*For non-U.S. GAAP measures see enclosed reconciliation tables.
Key Figures
|
(Dollars in millions, except per share data) |
Q2 2023 |
Q2 2022 |
Change |
6M 2023 |
6M 2022 |
Change |
|
Net sales |
$2,635 |
$2,081 |
27 % |
$5,127 |
$4,206 |
22 % |
|
Operating income |
94 |
124 |
(24) % |
221 |
258 |
(15) % |
|
Adjusted operating income1) |
212 |
124 |
71 % |
343 |
192 |
79 % |
|
Operating margin |
3.6 % |
6.0 % |
(2.4)pp |
4.3 % |
6.1 % |
(1.8)pp |
|
Adjusted operating margin1) |
8.0 % |
6.0 % |
2.1pp |
6.7 % |
4.6 % |
2.1pp |
|
Earnings per share2) |
$0.61 |
$0.91 |
(32) % |
$1.47 |
$1.85 |
(20) % |
|
Adjusted earnings per share1,2) |
1.93 |
0.90 |
115 % |
2.82 |
1.36 |
107 % |
|
Operating cash flow |
379 |
(51) |
n/a |
334 |
19 |
1654 % |
|
Return on capital employed3) |
9.5 % |
13.1 % |
(3.6)pp |
11.4 % |
13.8 % |
(2.4)pp |
|
Adjusted return on capital employed1,3) |
21.0 % |
13.3 % |
7.7pp |
17.4 % |
10.4 % |
7.1pp |
|
1) Excluding effects from capacity alignment, antitrust related matters and the Andrews litigation settlement. Non-U.S. GAAP measure, see reconciliation table. 2) Assuming dilution when applicable and net of treasury shares. 3) Annualized operating income and income from equity method investments, relative to average capital employed. |
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Comments from Mikael Bratt, President & CEO
During the quarter, we took further steps towards our full year indications, that support our medium term targets. First, we achieved new second quarter records for sales, adjusted operating income and operating cash flow since the Veoneer spin-off in 2018. Second, we achieved the price compensations from customers we planned for. Third, to secure our medium and long term competitiveness, we announced the acceleration of our structural cost reductions. Last week, we announced the first step towards the necessary optimization of our cost structure to the market environment. This first step is expected to reduce costs by around $25 million in 2024, increasing to around $55 million in 2025 and to reach around $75 million when fully completed. Further actions will be announced as plans materialize.
We generated an organic growth of 27%, growing 11pp faster than LVP due to successful product launches and price compensation achievements. The strong volume growth combined with price compensations, cost saving activities and lower premium freight costs enabled us to improve adjusted operating income by 71%, despite substantial inflationary pressure and FX headwinds.
I am pleased that we delivered an adjusted RoCE of more than 20%. We delivered strong operating and free cash flow in the quarter, driven by an improved adjusted operating income and reversal of the negative working capital effects from the first quarter, in line with our previous indication. This contributed to an improved leverage ratio which supports our share repurchase ambitions.
We saw continued improvement in call-off volatility in the quarter but still higher volatility than pre-pandemic levels. We believe this reflects an improving global supply chain environment for both our customers and suppliers. Except for two isolated supply chain disruptions in Europe and Americas in the quarter, Autoliv’s supply chain showed sequential improvement.
We reiterate our full year indications. Looking to the second half of the year, we expect the adjusted operating margin to be back-end loaded due to normal seasonality between the third and fourth quarters and the expected closing of price negotiations. The steps we took in the second quarter support our confidence in sequentially improving adjusted operating margin which should allow us to deliver a substantial full year increase in operating cash flow and adjusted operating income.
Inquiries: Investors and Analysts
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Vice President Investor Relations
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Director Investor Relations
Tel +46 (0)8 5872 0614
Inquiries: Media
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Senior Vice President Communications
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Autoliv, Inc. is obliged to make this information public pursuant to the EU Market Abuse Regulation. The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the VP of Investor Relations set out above, at 12.00 CET on July 21, 2023.
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Blockchain Press Releases
HTX Achieves 100% YoY Trading Volume Growth to $2.4 Trillion in 2024, Powers User Growth to Over 49 Million
Embracing a New Era of Crypto Growth with Enhanced Security, Premium Listings, and Global Expansion in 2025
SINGAPORE, Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HTX, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, today released its annual report, “Embracing Global Growth with Innovation and Trust,” detailing its significant achievements in 2024 and outlining its ambitious roadmap for the year ahead.
Read the full report here: https://square.htx.com/htx-2024-recap-2025-outlook/
2024: A Year of Explosive Growth Across Multiple Fronts
In 2024, HTX demonstrated remarkable progress across key areas, including user acquisition, trading volume, product innovation, compliance, and ecosystem development. This success was driven by cutting-edge offerings, excellent services, and a robust global strategy.
- Key Metrics Show Accelerated Growth Through Innovative Events
HTX’s performance metrics reveal unparalleled momentum. The platform welcomed 3 million new registered users in 2024, bringing its total user base to over 49 million. Trading volume surged, reaching nearly $2.4 trillion, marking a 100% year-over-year increase with consistent monthly growth. User assets also saw significant growth, with a net capital inflow of $1 billion, bringing the total to $5 billion—a robust 80% increase compared to early 2024.
These achievements can be attributed to the success of HTX’s innovative events, such as Launchpool, Trade to Earn, Earn with Pending Orders, Borrow & Earn, SmartEarn, and the 11th Anniversary Series. These events fostered unprecedented engagement, trading volume, and rewards offered to participants.
Over the past year, community members actively participated in HTX DAO, casting over 350,000 votes. Based on the governance proposals passed by HTX DAO, HTX introduced new models such as “Multiple Staking Rewards” to enhance the value of $HTX. These models further strengthened the competitiveness of the $HTX token. Data shows that thanks to mechanisms such as Liquidity Pledge and Token Burns, the total number of users holding $HTX on the HTX exchange reached over 720,000. Moreover, the amount held by large holders increased by 268%, with the number of large holders possessing over 100,000 USDT experiencing a 110% increase.
- Spotlight on Emerging Trends and Early Opportunities
Leveraging its market insights, HTX listed 218 high-quality assets in 2024, including WIF, BOME, ONDO, and ENA, across diverse hot sectors including DePIN, RWA, and meme coins. Notably, 171 of these assets were initially listed on HTX.
SUNDOG, the best-performing coin within the SunPump ecosystem, experienced a remarkable 37-fold growth after its listing, becoming a key driver of SunPump’s success. Recognizing the importance of identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities, HTX promptly launched the Crypto Gem Hunt to help users discover and capitalize on potential wealth-generating assets.
- Commitment to Security and Regulatory Compliance
HTX made significant strides in global compliance, including applying for Europe’s MiCA licenses and pursuing regulatory approvals in Dubai (VARA’s FMP license) and Bahrain for custody, brokerage, and exchange operations.
To ensure asset transparency, the exchange consistently delivered Proof of Reserves by Merkle Tree Verification for 12 consecutive months, maintaining over 100% reserve ratios across eight assets.
- Towards Long-Term Development Through Ecosystem Cooperation
HTX Ventures, the global investment arm of HTX, invested in 28 leading projects in 2024, spanning diverse sectors such as BTCFi, ZK-rollups, modular infrastructure, AI, SocialFi, and more. Furthermore, HTX fostered strategic collaborations with leading venture capital firms, including Bankless and Figment, to jointly promote the sustained growth and development of the crypto industry.
- Promotion of Brand Image to Facilitate Global Reach
Throughout 2024, HTX consistently made a strong impression at top crypto summits worldwide, such as TOKEN2049 and Blockchain Life, hosting 19 brand events and receiving 4 industry awards. Notably, the host of Crypto Summit 2024 revealed at the opening ceremony that HTX holds an 11% market share, ranking third in the CIS region, solidifying its position as a key player in the market.
2025: Seizing Opportunities in a New Crypto Era
HTX’s 2025 vision aligns with anticipated industry tailwinds, including potential shifts in the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest policies and the evolving global regulatory landscape. The exchange plans to:
1. Expand premium listings.
2. Enhance product offerings and user experience through innovation.
3. Strengthen security measures and global operations models.
4. Support decentralized governance and foster global crypto prosperity.
5. Cement HTX’s influence, particularly in high-potential regions like the CIS.
2025 will be a pivotal year for HTX to seize emerging industry opportunities. As a well-established digital asset trading platform with a proven track record of industry building, and a strong user-centric focus, HTX is confident to deliver exceptional services for its global user base and advance toward its vision of “Achieving Financial Freedom for 8 Billion People on Earth”.
About HTX
Founded in 2013, HTX has evolved from a virtual asset exchange into a comprehensive ecosystem of blockchain businesses that span digital asset trading, financial derivatives, research, investments, incubation, and other businesses.
As a world-leading gateway to Web3, HTX harbors global capabilities that enable it to provide users with safe and reliable services. Adhering to the growth strategy of “Global Expansion, Thriving Ecosystem, Wealth Effect, Security & Compliance,” HTX is dedicated to providing quality services and values to virtual asset enthusiasts worldwide.
To learn more about HTX, please visit HTX Square or https://www.htx.com/, and follow HTX on X, Telegram, and Discord. For further inquiries, please contact [email protected]
Contact Details
Ruder Finn Asia
[email protected]
Company Website
https://www.htx.com
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- Decentralized Identity: Sony’s blockchain-based solution addresses growing concerns over online security and privacy.
- Economic Innovations: TRON’s revenue surge highlights the profitability of scalable blockchain networks.
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Vault Zero: Pioneering AI and Blockchain Synergy
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This serves as a wake-up call for developers and users alike, highlighting the need to strike a balance between compliance and the foundational principles of decentralization.
Source: U.Today
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Source: Reuters
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ArmSwap’s entry into the DeFi space highlights the sector’s dynamism and the ongoing efforts to make decentralized finance accessible to a broader audience.
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Industry Insights and Emerging Trends
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- AI-Blockchain Convergence: Projects like Vault Zero exemplify the synergy between artificial intelligence and blockchain.
- Decentralization Challenges: Vitalik Buterin’s warning highlights the need to safeguard against blockchain censorship.
- Tokenization in Real Estate: DAMAC’s partnership with Mantra showcases the transformative potential of asset tokenization.
- Blockchain in Sports: Cardano’s collaboration with FC Barcelona underscores blockchain’s growing role in fan engagement.
- DeFi Expansion: Platforms like ArmSwap are setting new benchmarks for decentralized finance.
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