DJ Fix Price announces key operating and financial results for Q4 and FY 2023
Fix Price Group PLC (FIXP)
Fix Price announces key operating and financial results for Q4 and FY 2023
28-Feb-2024 / 09:50 MSK
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Fix Price announces key operating and financial results for Q4 and FY 2023
Strong profitability, cash generation alongside unceasing customer focus
28 February 2024, Limassol, Cyprus - Fix Price Group PLC (LSE and MOEX: FIXP, AIX: FIXP.Y, "Fix Price",
the "Company" or the "Group"), one of the leading variety value retailers globally and the largest in
Russia, today announces its operating and financial results for the fourth quarter (Q4 2023) based on
management accounts and audited IFRS financial results for the twelve months (FY 2023) ended 31 December
2023.
Operating AND FINANCIAL summary for Q4 2023
-- Revenue was up 7.8% y-o-y and stood at RUB 81.7 billion
-- Retail revenue was RUB 72.8 billion, an increase of 8.0% y-o-y
-- Wholesale revenue stood at RUB 8.9 billion, up 6.0% y-o-y
-- In Q4 2023, LFL sales[1] were 0.9% lower y-o-y due to softer consumer demand amid continued
macroeconomic uncertainty
-- The Company opened 252 net new stores (including 17 franchises); the total number of stores
reached 6,414 as of the end of the reporting period
-- The total selling space grew by 55.2 thous. sqm and reached 1,390.6 thous. sqm (+13.5%
y-o-y)
-- During the quarter, the total number of registered cardholders increased by 0.9 million[2]
to 25.7 million (up 17.6% y-o-y). Loyalty-card transactions accounted for 60.9% of retail sales. The
average ticket for purchases made using a loyalty card remained 1.8x higher than the average ticket
for non-loyalty-card purchases
-- Gross profit saw an 11.7% y-o-y increase, amounting to RUB 28.8 billion. Gross margin
increased by 122 bps y-o-y to 35.3% primarily due to an inventory reserve reversal, supported by
effective work with suppliers
-- SG&A costs (excl. LTIP expense[3] and D&A) as a percentage of revenue stood at 16.0%,
versus 14.6% in the same quarter of the previous year, on the back of higher staff costs, advertising
expenditures, bank charges and other expenses as well as the negative operating leverage effect, to
some extent mitigated by gained efficiencies in rental expense and security services
-- Adjusted EBITDA[4] under IFRS 16 rose by 5.8% y-o-y to RUB 15.9 billion, with the adjusted
EBITDA margin being 19.5% for the reporting period
-- EBITDA under IFRS 16 was up 3.5% y-o-y to RUB 15.6 billion. The EBITDA margin stood at
19.1%, versus 19.9% in Q4 2022, on the back of pressure from SG&A costs (excl. D&A) and LTIP expense,
which was partially offset by positive gross margin dynamics
-- Profit for the period was RUB 8.6 billion, with a net profit margin of 10.5%
-- CAPEX as a percentage of revenue decreased significantly, to 1.9%, down from 8.6% in the
same quarter of the previous year amid lower investments in logistics due to the planned completion
of the construction of distribution centres (DCs) started in 2022
Operating and financial summary for FY 2023
-- Revenue rose 5.1% y-o-y to RUB 291.9 billion
-- Retail revenue was RUB 259.0 billion, an increase of 5.2% y-o-y
-- Wholesale revenue grew 4.7% y-o-y and stood at RUB 32.9 billion
-- LFL sales were down 4.1%
-- The total number of stores increased by 751, including 672 Company-operated stores and 79
franchise outlets, in line with the net store openings target for 2023
-- The new stores added 165.3 thous. sqm of selling space, bringing the total selling space of
stores operating under the Fix Price brand to 1,390.6 thous. sqm
-- The total number of registered loyalty cardholders grew by 3.8 million to 25.7 million,
with penetration in retail sales reaching 62.0%
-- Gross profit increased by 7.8% y-o-y to RUB 99.2 billion. Gross margin saw an 84 bps
increase y-o-y, reaching 34.0%
-- SG&A costs (excl. LTIP expense and D&A) as a percentage of revenue was 15.6%, compared to
14.1% a year earlier, mainly on the back of the negative operating leverage effect and continued high
labour market competition
-- Adjusted EBITDA under IFRS 16 remained stable at RUB 54.2 billion. The adjusted EBITDA
margin was 18.6%, reflecting gross margin growth offset by higher SG&A costs (excl. D&A and LTIP
expense)
-- EBITDA under IFRS 16 stood at RUB 53.1 billion, with an EBITDA margin of 18.2%
-- Profit for the reporting period grew 66.8% y-o-y and totalled RUB 35.7 billion. The net
profit margin surged to 12.2%, versus 7.7% for FY 2022
"Faced with a challenging market and regulatory environment last year, our team continued to adhere to the Company's
strategic priorities. We persisted in our efforts to improve our customer value proposition, implemented our
development programme and acted in the best interests of our employees and shareholders. The strength and flexibility
of our business model enabled us to continue on our growth path in the fourth quarter, and we once again recorded some
of the highest margins in the industry. We met our target for net openings in 2023, growing by 751 stores. Our revenue
growth rate picked up steam during the reporting quarter, reaching 8% year-on-year, and our adjusted EBITDA margin was
19.5%. Effective work with our assortment and suppliers helped us increase our gross margin and partially offset the
rise in personnel costs owing to the tight labour market.
"In addition to developing our regular assortment, we also see great potential in niche holiday and thematic
collections, kitchen products, as well as household and DIY goods. For example, our 2023 New Year's collection enjoyed
high demand among customers and made a substantial contribution to sales growth in the reporting period.
"In an effort to make customer service faster, in the fourth quarter we began installing a queue recognition system
that uses computer vision at checkouts. The system enables us to retain customers who previously might not have
completed their purchase because of queues at checkout counters. Two months after the introduction of the technology at
seven pilot stores, average traffic had increased by 2% compared with identical stores where the technology was not
used. Based on the results of the pilot project, we decided to roll out the technology at all of Fix Price's
Company-operated stores across Russia.
"We have always focused on improving and developing our loyalty programme, which gained some 3.8 million new members
last year, bringing the total membership to over 25 million users, who not only benefit from participation but also
provide valuable feedback on our products and services.
"I am proud of the fact that, despite infrastructure constraints, we were able to start the process of paying out
dividends. As a result, on 15 January 2024 Fix Price's Board of Directors approved interim dividends for 2023-2024 in
the amount of RUB 9.84 per GDR/share, or RUB 8.4 billion, which our shareholders will be able to receive in the first
quarter of this year.
"It's important to note that Fix Price's success is primarily the result of our team's efforts. With that in mind, the
development and retention of the Company's key talents remains our priority. This year, we made our first payment under
our long-term incentive programme, and the number of employees taking part is constantly increasing. Given that our
personnel have shown so much interest in the programme, it serves not only as a retention incentive for those already
participating but also as motivation for growth for our talent pool. I would like to thank our entire team for their
concerted efforts. I am confident that together we can handle any challenges that arise and achieve ambitious new goals
in the interests of all stakeholders."
Dmitry Kirsanov, Fix Price CEO
Store base, geographical coverage and selling space
31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022 31 Dec 2021 Total number of stores 6,414 5,663 4,904 Russia 5,756 5,098 4,445 Belarus 292 263 212 Kazakhstan 280 235 172 Latvia 46 36 24 Uzbekistan 22 19 42 Georgia 7 6 4 Kyrgyzstan 6 6 5 Mongolia 3 - - Armenia 2 - - Number of Company-operated stores 5,711 5,039 4,368 Russia 5,166 4,575 3,975 Belarus 282 253 203 Kazakhstan 263 211 148 Uzbekistan - - 42 Number of franchise stores 703 624 536 Russia 590 523 470 Latvia 46 36 24 Kazakhstan 17 24 24 Uzbekistan 22 19 - Belarus 10 10 9 Georgia 7 6 4 Kyrgyzstan 6 6 5 Mongolia 3 - - Armenia 2 - - Selling space (sqm) 1,390,611 1,225,360 1,056,840 Company-operated stores 1,234,312 1,087,047 938,392 Franchise stores 156,299 138,313 118,448
Development of Company-operated stores
Q4 2023 Q4 2022 FY 2023 FY 2022
Gross openings 255 201 792 782
Russia 216 170 688 667
Kazakhstan 27 15 67 65
Belarus 12 16 37 50
Uzbekistan - - - -
Closures 20 17 120 111
Russia 16 16 97 67
Kazakhstan 2 1 15 2
Belarus 2 - 8 -
Uzbekistan - - - 42
Net openings 235 184 672 671
Russia 200 154 591 600
Kazakhstan 25 14 52 63
Belarus 10 16 29 50
Uzbekistan - - - (42)
Operating results
Store network expansion
-- As of 31 December 2023, the total store base was 6,414 (up 13.3% y-o-y), with franchise
stores representing 11.0% of the total store count (flat
y-o-y)
-- The Company accelerated network growth q-o-q with 252 net new stores opened in Q4 2023,
including 235 Company-operated stores and 17 franchise stores. This compares to 201 net new stores in
Q4 2022, including 184 Company-operated stores and 17 franchise stores
-- Fix Price closed 20 Company-operated stores in Q4 2023, compared to 17 stores in Q4 2022,
as part of ongoing work to improve lease terms
-- 13.1% of Fix Price's net openings in Q4 2023 were outside of Russia, reflecting expansion
of the Group's international presence. As of the end of the year, the share of stores outside of
Russia grew to 10.3% of the total store base, compared to 10.0% as of 31 December 2022
-- During Q4 2023, the total selling space grew by 55.2 thous. sqm to 1,390.6 thous. sqm
(13.5% growth y-o-y). The average selling space of a Fix Price store was 217 sqm as of 31 December
2023
-- During the quarter, the Company entered 44 new localities. Fix Price's presence covered
nine countries as of 31 December 2023
LFL sales growth
-- In Q4 2023, LFL sales were 0.9% lower y-o-y due to softer consumer demand amid continued
market uncertainty. In a mixed macroeconomic environment with expected exchange rate turbulence,
customers planned their budgets around big non-food purchases rather than treasure-hunting for
inexpensive items. The LFL average ticket increased by 3.7%; LFL traffic was down by 4.4% y-o-y
-- In Russia, LFL sales decreased by 2.8% in Q4 2023. Rouble-denominated LFL sales dynamics in
Kazakhstan and Belarus bolstered the Group's LFL performance on the back of the currency conversion
effect amid exchange rate fluctuations
-- Stores in Belarus enjoyed positive LFL dynamics in the national currency thanks to improved
traffic, despite the high base of the previous year and temporary cuts in the assortment matrix for
regulatory reasons, which affected the average ticket. LFL traffic in stores in Kazakhstan improved
on the back of highly competitive prices, while the average ticket was impacted by the high base of
the previous year
Assortment and category mix[5]
-- In Q4 2023, the share of non-food in retail sales increased to 50.2%, up from 48.4% in Q4
2022 and 44.5% in Q3 2023, thanks to the strong sell-through of the New Year's assortment. The share
of food in retail sales decreased to 25.3%, versus 26.2% in Q4 2022, while the share of cosmetics,
hygiene and household chemical products in retail sales declined to 24.6% in Q4 2023, from 25.4% in
Q4 2022
-- Seasonal ranges, together with kitchenware and essential DIY items, were one of the key
drivers of quarterly sales, supported by party and celebration products, pet care products, household
items and accessories
-- The share of imported goods in retail sales was seasonally high at 27.1% in Q4 2023 (flat
y-o-y), while for FY 2023 it stood at 23.2%
-- In Q4 2023, the share of price points above RUB 100 in retail sales reached 54.0%, up from
39.4% in Q4 2022, reflecting the shift of the assortment mix to the mid- and higher price range and
improved sales of more expensive, seasonal non-food items. The share of price points above RUB 200 in
retail sales stayed nearly flat at 15.2% in Q4 2023, compared to 15.1% in Q4 2022
-- In December 2023, the Company started testing a new price point of RUB 399. The items
tested encompass new non-food and drogerie products that provoke a wow effect, as similar products
are usually considerably more expensive at other retail chains and online
-- The average ticket for all Company-operated stores in Q4 2023 increased by 4.2% y-o-y to
RUB 360
Loyalty programme development
-- The total number of registered loyalty cardholders increased by 17.6% y-o-y, reaching 25.7
million. The Company recorded 0.9 million new registered cardholders in Q4 2023 thanks to attractive
terms and promotional campaigns for loyalty programme members. On average, around 53% of loyalty
programme cardholders were active members[6] in Q4 2023
-- Transactions using loyalty cards stayed flat y-o-y at 60.9% of total retail sales in Q4
2023, reflecting more granular activity during the campaign in December to promote a seasonal
assortment that enjoyed high demand
-- The average ticket for loyalty-card purchases was RUB 488, 1.8 times higher than the
average ticket of RUB 268 for non-loyalty-card purchases
Financial results for Q4 and FY 2023
Statement of comprehensive income highlights
RUB million Q4 2023 Q4 2022 Change FY 2023 FY 2022 Change Revenue 81,669 75,757 7.8% 291,865 277,644 5.1% Retail revenue 72,762 67,351 8.0% 258,967 246,212 5.2% Wholesale revenue 8,907 8,406 6.0% 32,898 31,432 4.7% Cost of sales (52,875) (49,968) 5.8% (192,693) (185,650) 3.8% Gross profit 28,794 25,789 11.7% 99,172 91,994 7.8% Gross margin, % 35.3% 34.0% 122 bps 34.0% 33.1% 84 bps SG&A (excl. LTIP and D&A) (13,040) (11,023) 18.3% (45,603) (39,149) 16.5% Other op. income and share of profit of associates 184 305 (39.7)% 643 1,353 (52.5)% Adjusted EBITDA 15,938 15,071 5.8% 54,212 54,198 0.0% Adjusted EBITDA margin, % 19.5% 19.9% (38) bps 18.6% 19.5% (95) bps EBITDA 15,600 15,071 3.5% 53,065 54,198 (2.1)% EBITDA margin, % 19.1% 19.9% (79) bps 18.2% 19.5% (134) bps D&A (3,968) (3,448) 15.1% (15,138) (13,138) 15.2% Operating profit 11,632 11,623 0.1% 37,927 41,060 (7.6)% Operating profit margin, % 14.2% 15.3% (110) bps 13.0% 14.8% (179) bps Net finance income/(costs) 177 (564) n/a (439) (3,001) (85.4)% FX gain / (loss), net 16 1,220 (98.7)% 550 (234) n/a Profit before tax 11,825 12,279 (3.7)% 38,038 37,825 0.6% Income tax expense (3,211) (2,961) 8.4% (2,331) (16,414) (85.8)% Profit for the period 8,614 9,318 (7.6)% 35,707 21,411 66.8% Net profit margin, % 10.5% 12.3% (175) bps 12.2% 7.7% 452 bps
Selling, general and administrative expenses
RUB million Q4 2023 Q4 2022 Change FY 2023 FY 2022 Change
Staff costs (excl. LTIP) 9,518 7,893 20.6% 33,687 28,195 19.5%
% of revenue 11.7% 10.4% 124 bps 11.5% 10.2% 139 bps
Bank charges 1,007 895 12.5% 3,554 2,799 27.0%
% of revenue 1.2% 1.2% 5 bps 1.2% 1.0% 21 bps
Rental expense 597 650 (8.2)% 1,873 2,289 (18.2)%
% of revenue 0.7% 0.9% (13) bps 0.6% 0.8% (18) bps
Security services 552 549 0.5% 2,052 1,897 8.2%
% of revenue 0.7% 0.7% (5) bps 0.7% 0.7% 2 bps
Advertising costs 301 168 79.2% 941 719 30.9%
% of revenue 0.4% 0.2% 15 bps 0.3% 0.3% 6 bps
Repair and maintenance costs 319 296 7.8% 1,065 1,121 (5.0)%
% of revenue 0.4% 0.4% (0.01) bps 0.4% 0.4% (4) bps
Utilities 242 216 12.0% 911 835 9.1%
% of revenue 0.3% 0.3% 1 bps 0.3% 0.3% 1 bps
Other expenses 504 356 41.6% 1,520 1,294 17.5%
% of revenue 0.6% 0.5% 15 bps 0.5% 0.5% 5 bps
SG&A (excl. LTIP and D&A) 13,040 11,023 18.3% 45,603 39,149 16.5%
% of revenue 16.0% 14.6% 142 bps 15.6% 14.1% 152 bps
LTIP expense 338 - - 1,147 - -
% of revenue 0.4% 0.0% 41 bps 0.4% 0.0% 39 bps
Depreciation of right-of-use assets 3,041 2,635 15.4% 11,527 10,009 15.2%
% of revenue 3.7% 3.5% 25 bps 3.9% 3.6% 34 bps
Other depreciation and amortisation 927 813 14.0% 3,611 3,129 15.4%
% of revenue 1.1% 1.1% 6 bps 1.2% 1.1% 11 bps
Total SG&A 17,346 14,471 19.9% 61,888 52,287 18.4%
% of revenue 21.2% 19.1% 214 bps 21.2% 18.8% 237 bps
The Group's revenue grew by 7.8% y-o-y and reached RUB 81.7 billion in Q4 2023 as a result of an 8.0%
increase in retail revenue, as well as a 6.0% growth in wholesale revenue.
In Q4 2023, the Company's retail revenue reached RUB 72.8 billion mainly due to the growth of the store
network. Wholesale revenue rose to RUB 8.9 billion on the back of the opening of new franchise stores.
The share of wholesale revenue decreased 19 bps to 10.9% of total revenue on the back of faster growth of
the Company-operated network.
Gross profit increased by 11.7% y-o-y and reached RUB 28.8 billion in Q4 2023. Gross margin improved by
122 bps y-o-y and stood at 35.3% primarily due to an inventory reserve reversal, supported by effective
work with suppliers.
Transportation costs remained nearly flat at 1.6% of revenue in Q4 2023 as a result of ongoing
optimisation despite growing tariffs.
The inventory reserve reversal as a percentage of revenue stood at 0.2%, compared to 0.9% write-downs in
Q4 2022, as the physical inventory count recorded smaller losses compared to applied accruals.
Selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A) excluding LTIP and D&A expenses rose 142 bps y-o-y to
16.0% of revenue due to higher staff costs, advertising expenditures, bank charges and other expenses as
well as the negative operating leverage effect, which was mitigated to some extent by efficiencies gained
in rental expense and security services.
Staff costs excluding LTIP saw 124 bps growth y-o-y to 11.7% of revenue, driven by salary indexation on
the back of heightened labour market competition amid widespread labour shortages, and due to the
increase in the number of employees on the back of proactive DC openings. These openings are helping to
support our expansion programme but at the same time are putting pressure on staff costs and D&A, which
is a temporary factor.
LTIP expense totalled RUB 338 million for Q4 2023.
Depreciation and amortisation (D&A) expenses rose 31 bps y-o-y to 4.9% of revenue. Depreciation of
right-of-use assets grew by 25 bps y-o-y to 3.7% of revenue on the back of the increasing amount of
right-of-use assets due to the expansion of the store network and the negative operating leverage effect.
The share of other depreciation and amortisation expenses grew by 6 bps y-o-y to 1.1% of revenue.
Rental expense (under IFRS 16) decreased by 13 bps y-o-y to 0.7% of revenue (down 14 bps to 0.8% of
retail revenue), due to a decrease in the share of the variable component in the lease payment structure
on the back of softer revenue growth dynamics.
Rental expense (under IAS 17) grew by 15 bps y-o-y to 4.8% of revenue (up 16 bps to 5.4% of retail
revenue), on the back of the higher impact of lease expenses under fixed-rate contracts (35% of the total
contract base), which are not sensitive to store revenue dynamics, and the fixed component of variable
contracts.
Bank charges increased by 5 bps y-o-y to 1.2% of revenue due to the higher share of bank card
transactions in total client payments.
Security costs were down 5 bps y-o-y to 0.7% of revenue despite growing competition in the labour market
thanks to optimisation efforts.
Repair and maintenance costs remained nearly flat and stood at 0.4% of revenue, as the increase in some
repair costs was mitigated by efficiencies gained in proactive purchases of consumable materials in 2022.
Utilities were nearly flat y-o-y at 0.3% of revenue, while other expenses were up 15 bps and stood at
0.6% of revenue.
Advertising costs rose 15 bps to 0.4% of revenue due to the increased number of marketing campaigns.
The Group's total SG&A expenses grew by 214 bps y-o-y to 21.2% of revenue. The LTIP expense contribution
amounted to 41 bps. The share of staff costs rose by 124 bps, and the share of D&A expenses, by 31 bps.
Other operating income and the share of profit of associates decreased by 18 bps y-o-y to 0.2% of revenue
as, in response to prevailing uncertainties over developments in the Western regulatory framework, the
Group suspended recognition of revenue from its depositary bank in connection with its IPO.
EBITDA IFRS 16 and IAS 17 reconciliation
RUB million Q4 2023 Q4 2022 Change FY 2023 FY 2022 Change
EBITDA IFRS 16 15,600 15,071 3.5% 53,065 54,198 (2.1)%
EBITDA margin (IFRS 16), % 19.1% 19.9% (79) bps 18.2% 19.5% (134) bps
LTIP expense 338 - - 1,147 - -
Adjusted EBITDA IFRS 16 15,938 15,071 5.8% 54,212 54,198 0.03%
Adjusted EBITDA margin (IFRS 16), % 19.5% 19.9% (38) bps 18.6% 19.5% (95) bps
Rental expense (3,306) (2,856) 15.7% (12,628) (10,865) 16.2%
Utilities (59) (54) 9.3% (223) (188) 18.9%
Adjusted EBITDA IAS 17 12,573 12,161 3.4% 41,361 43,145 (4.1)%
Adjusted EBITDA margin (IAS 17), % 15.4% 16.1% (66) bps 14.2% 15.5% (137) bps
LTIP expense (338) - - (1,147) - -
EBITDA IAS 17 12,235 12,161 0.6% 40,214 43,145 (6.8)%
EBITDA margin (IAS 17), % 15.0% 16.1% (107) bps 13.8% 15.5% (176) bps
Adjusted EBITDA under IFRS 16 grew by 5.8% y-o-y to RUB 15.9 billion, while the adjusted EBITDA margin
was 19.5%, down 38 bps y-o-y.
EBITDA under IFRS 16 increased by 3.5% y-o-y to RUB 15.6 billion in Q4 2023. The EBITDA margin stood at
19.1% on the back of higher SG&A expenses (excl. D&A).
Adjusted EBITDA under IAS 17 increased by 3.4% y-o-y to RUB 12.6 billion in Q4 2023. The IAS 17-based
adjusted EBITDA margin amounted to 15.4%, versus 16.1% for Q4 2022.
Net finance income for Q4 2023 totalled RUB 177 million, versus net finance costs of RUB 564 million for
Q4 2022, driven by significantly higher interest income on Group deposits, partially offset by an
increase in the interest expense on loans and borrowings, as well as lease liabilities on the back of
growing interest rates.
During Q4 2023, the Group recorded an FX gain of RUB 16 million due to the mitigating effect of several
FX-denominated balance-sheet factors. This compares to a RUB 1.2 billion FX gain recorded in Q4 2022.
Income tax expense was up 8.4% y-o-y and stood at RUB 3.2 billion in Q4 2023 due to the one-off windfall
profit tax payment in the amount of RUB 1.0 billion imposed by the Russian government on large companies.
Profit for the period decreased by 7.6% y-o-y to RUB 8.6 billion. The net profit margin was 10.5%.
Statement of financial position highlights
RUB million 31 Dec 2023 31 Dec 2022
Current loans and borrowings 10,024 17,576
Non-current loans and borrowings 4,675 4,352
Current lease liabilities 8,800 7,997
Non-current lease liabilities 4,974 4,615
Cash and cash equivalents (37,343) (23,584)
(Net cash) / net debt (8,870) 10,956
(Net cash) / net debt to EBITDA (IFRS 16)[7] (0.2)x 0.2x
Current lease liabilities (8,800) (7,997)
Non-current lease liabilities (4,974) (4,615)
IAS 17-based net cash (22,644) (1,656)
IAS 17-based net cash to EBITDA (0.6)x (0.04)x
Non-current loans and borrowings increased by RUB 0.3 billion to RUB 4.7 billion from the beginning of
the year. Current loans and borrowings decreased by 43.0% from the start of the year to RUB 10.0 billion
due to further debt reduction amid growing interest rates and a high accumulated cash position. Total
loans and borrowings amounted to RUB 14.7 billion (RUB 21.9 billion as of 31 December 2022). Lease
liabilities grew to RUB 13.8 billion, from RUB 12.6 billion at the start of the year, driven by an
increase in the number of lease contracts on the back of store network expansion. The Group's total
loans, borrowings and lease liabilities totalled RUB 28.5 billion, a 17.6% decrease from the start of the
year.
As of the end of the reporting period, the Company's IAS 17-based net cash position improved
significantly, to RUB 22.6 billion, versus RUB 1.7 billion on 31 December 2022. As a result, the IAS
17-based net cash to EBITDA ratio grew to 0.6x, compared to 0.04x as of 31 December 2022, on the back of
accumulated cash reserves as well as a decrease in current loans and borrowings.
Statement of cash flow highlights
RUB million Q4 2023 Q4 2022 FY 2023 FY 2022
Profit before tax 11,825 12,279 38,038 37,825
Cash from operating activities before changes in working capital 14,978 15,774 55,416 56,889
Changes in working capital (1,101) 5,073 (7,476) (1,688)
Net cash generated from operations 13,877 20,847 47,940 55,201
Net interest received/(paid) 181 (585) (493) (2,852)
Income tax paid (3,210) (1,474) (8,331) (15,567)
Net cash flows from operating activities 10,848 18,788 39,116 36,782
Net cash flows used in investing activities (1,532) (5,368) (6,479) (11,880)
Net cash flows used in financing activities (7,966) (1,511) (19,031) (10,000)
Effect of exchange rate fluctuations on cash and cash equivalents 12 654 153 (97)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 1,362 12,563 13,759 14,805
With a significant cash balance on its balance sheet in an environment of high
interest rates, the Company proactively prepaid suppliers' orders at the end of
2023 to benefit from improved commercial terms. This positively impacted the
Group's gross profit, but resulted in an increase in net trade working capital[8]
to RUB 14.5 billion (5.0% of revenue)[9] as of 31 December 2023, from RUB 9.1
billion (3.3% of revenue) as of 31 December 2022.
CAPEX for Q4 2023 amounted to RUB 1.5 billion, down from RUB 6.5 billion in Q4
2022, when the Company invested in the construction of new distribution centres.
About the Company
Fix Price (LSE and MOEX: FIXP, AIX: FIXP.Y), one of the leading variety value retailers globally and the largest in
Russia, has been helping its customers save money every day since 2007. Fix Price offers its customers a unique and
constantly updated assortment of non-food goods, including personal care and household products, and food items at low
fixed price points.
As of 31 December 2023, Fix Price was operating 6,414 stores in Russia and neighbouring countries, all of them stocking
approximately 2,000 SKUs across around 20 product categories. As well as its own private brands, Fix Price sells
products from leading global names and smaller local suppliers. As of 31 December 2023, the Company was operating 13
DCs covering 81 regions of Russia and 8 neighbouring countries.
In 2023, the Company recorded revenue of RUB 291.9 billion, EBITDA of RUB 53.1 billion and net profit of RUB 35.7
billion, in accordance with IFRS.
Fix Price Investor Relations Fix Price Media Relations
Contacts Elena Mironova Ekaterina Goncharova
ir@fix-price.com pr@fix-price.ru
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[1] Here and hereinafter, like-for-like (LFL) sales, average ticket and number of tickets are calculated based on the results of stores operated by Fix Price and that were open for at least 12 full calendar months preceding the reporting date. LFL sales and average ticket are calculated based on retail revenue including VAT. LFL numbers exclude stores that were temporarily closed for seven or more consecutive days during the reporting period and/or comparable periods
[2] Loyalty programme data is calculated for Fix Price stores operating in Russia
[3] LTIP expense - expense related to the long-term incentive programme (LTIP)
[4] EBITDA adjusted for LTIP expense. EBITDA is calculated as profit for the respective period before income tax expense, net interest income / (expense), depreciation and amortisation expense, and foreign exchange gain / (loss)
[5] Unless stated otherwise, the data in this section refers to Company-operated stores in Russia
[6] Members of the loyalty programme who make at least one purchase per month
[7] Here and hereinafter, the calculation of net debt / (net cash) to EBITDA is based on EBITDA for the last 12 months
[8] Net trade working capital is calculated as inventories plus receivables and other financial assets minus payables and other financial liabilities
[9] The calculation of the percentage of net trade working capital in revenue is based on revenue for the last 12 months
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ISIN: US33835G2057 Category Code: MSCU TIDM: FIXP LEI Code: 549300EXJV1RPGZNH608 OAM Categories: 2.2. Inside information Sequence No.: 306374 EQS News ID: 1846677 End of Announcement EQS News Service =------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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