Nokian Tyres plc Interim Report January–September 2022: Building the new Nokian Tyres started: greenfield factory to Romania, agreement for the sale of the Russian operations
Nokian Tyres plc Interim Report January–September 2022, November 1, 2022 at 2:00 p.m.
This release is a summary of Nokian Tyres’ Interim Report for January–September 2022. The complete report is attached to this release. It is also available on the company website at www.nokiantyres.com/company/investors/.
July–September 2022
- Net sales were EUR 466.2 million (443.5 in July−September 2021) and grew by 5.1%. With comparable currencies, net sales decreased by 6.4% driven by lower passenger car tire supply volumes. Tire imports from Russia to Europe and North America ended in July.
- Segments operating profit was EUR 54.9 million (96.9), with positive currency impact of approximately EUR 17 million. The decline was driven by lower passenger car tire supply volumes and changed factory mix due to lower production in Russia. Operating profit was EUR 40.7 million (89.1). EUR -14.2 million (-7.8) was booked as non-IFRS exclusions.
- Segments earnings per share were EUR 0.26 (0.54). Earnings per share were EUR 0.18 (0.50).
- Cash flow from operating activities was EUR -99.2 million (-81.0).
January–September 2022
- Net sales were EUR 1,364.7 million (1,201.5 in January−September 2021) and grew by 13.6%. With comparable currencies, net sales increased by 6.4%. The year began with good demand in all markets. The war in Ukraine started to impact on the operating environment in late February. Tire imports from Russia to Europe and North America ended in July.
- Segments operating profit was EUR 207.6 million (236.8), with positive currency impact of approximately EUR 30 million. The decline was driven by lower passenger car tire supply volumes and changed factory mix due to lower production in Russia. Operating profit was EUR -102.7 million (215.2). EUR -310.4 million (-21.6) was booked as non-IFRS exclusions.
- In June, the Board of Directors decided to initiate a controlled exit from Russia. As part of the process, impairments and write-downs of EUR 300.7 million were recorded in the second quarter. After the review period in October, an agreement for the sale of the Russian operations was signed.
- Segments earnings per share were EUR 1.19 (1.35). Earnings per share were EUR -1.16 (1.22).
- Cash flow from operating activities was EUR -322.9 million (-96.1).
Guidance for 2022 (updated on October 28, 2022)
The war in Ukraine and resulting sanctions have a significant negative impact on Nokian Tyres’ supply capacity and performance. In 2022, Nokian Tyres’ net sales is expected to be at previous year’s level or increase, and segments operating profit is expected to decrease significantly compared to 2021.
Jukka Moisio, President and CEO:
“In the third quarter of 2022, our focus was on planning and taking the first steps to build the new Nokian Tyres without Russia. Today, we are pleased to announce that we will invest approximately EUR 650 million in a new greenfield tire factory in Romania – the first zero CO2 emission factory in the tire industry. The investment is a vital element in getting additional capacity and enabling our future growth, and we expect the commercial production to start in 2025. At the same time, we have continued to increase capacity at our factories in Finland and in the US.
In June, the Board of Directors decided to initiate a controlled exit from Russia as it is no longer feasible nor sustainable for Nokian Tyres plc to continue operations in Russia. In October, an agreement for the sale of our Russian operations was signed with Tatneft PJSC. Upon the closing of the transaction, all our operations in Russia will end.
In July-September, our net sales with comparable currencies decreased, reflecting changes in our passenger car tire supply as tire imports from Russia to Europe and North America ended in July. Heavy Tyres’ net sales declined slightly due to supply constraints. Vianor delivered a solid sales performance. Segments operating profit declined due to lower passenger car tire supply volumes and changed factory mix. However, we have succeeded in implementing price increases in a high-inflationary environment.
I want to thank all Nokian Tyres’ employees for their hard work and dedication as we move forward. Despite of the challenging times, we have been able to start building the new Nokian Tyres, increase production in Finland and in the US, and develop and launch high performing new products within our core segments.”
Key figures:
| EUR million | 7–9 /22 |
7–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
1–9 /22 |
1–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
2021 |
| Net sales | 466.2 | 443.5 | 5.1% | -6.4% | 1,364.7 | 1,201.5 | 13.6% | 6.4% | 1,714.1 |
| Operating profit | 40.7 | 89.1 | -102.7 | 215.2 | 268.2 | ||||
| Operating profit % | 8.7% | 20.1% | -7.5% | 17.9% | 15.6% | ||||
| Profit before tax | 33.8 | 85.0 | -107.9 | 208.3 | 258.2 | ||||
| Profit for the period | 24.3 | 69.1 | -159.8 | 169.1 | 206.2 | ||||
| EPS, EUR | 0.18 | 0.50 | -1.16 | 1.22 | 1.49 | ||||
| Segments operating profit | 54.9 | 96.9 | 207.6 | 236.8 | 324.8 | ||||
| Segments operating profit % | 11.8% | 21.8% | 15.2% | 19.7% | 19.0% | ||||
| Segments EPS, EUR | 0.26 | 0.54 | 1.19 | 1.35 | 1.84 | ||||
| Segments ROCE, %** | 12.8% | 14.4% | 15.8% | ||||||
| Equity ratio, % | 64.0% | 65.7% | 68.4% | ||||||
| Cash flow from operating activities | -99.2 | -81.0 | -322.9 | -96.1 | 396.5 | ||||
| Gearing, % | 22.2% | 15.9% | -6.1% | ||||||
| Interest-bearing net debt |
373.6 | 251.0 | -98.7 | ||||||
| Capital expenditure | 26.9 | 20.3 | 59.6 | 59.6 | 119.6 |
* Comparable currencies
** Rolling 12 months
The definitions of alternative performance measures (non-IFRS figures) are presented in the report by the Board of Directors in Nokian Tyres Financial Review 2021.
In this Interim Report January–September, the following exchange rates for the Russian ruble have been used: 85.3 at the end of 2021, 98.0 average in January–March 2022, 84.5 average in January–June 2022, 76.3 average in January–September 2022 and 58.1 at the end of September 2022 (source: Refinitiv).
BUSINESS UNIT REVIEWS
Passenger Car Tyres
| EUR million | 7–9 /22 |
7–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
1–9 /22 |
1–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
2021 |
| Net sales | 348.2 | 330.6 | 5.3% | -9.5% | 997.8 | 856.4 | 16.5% | 6.9% | 1,199.2 |
| Operating profit | 40.5 | 89.6 | -117.5 | 198.8 | 263.4 | ||||
| Operating profit % | 11.6% | 27.1% | -11.8% | 23.2% | 22.0% | ||||
| Segment operating profit | 54.7 | 97.7 | 192.7 | 221.1 | 298.7 | ||||
| Segment operating profit % | 15.7% | 29.6% | 19.3% | 25.8% | 24.9% |
* Comparable currencies
Heavy Tyres
| EUR million | 7–9 /22 |
7–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
1–9 /22 |
1–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
2021 |
| Net sales | 68.3 | 69.0 | -0.9% | -3.3% | 208.7 | 188.7 | 10.6% | 8.7% | 254.0 |
| Operating profit | 9.1 | 11.9 | 37.4 | 36.2 | 39.1 | ||||
| Operating profit % | 13.3% | 17.3% | 17.9% | 19.2% | 15.4% | ||||
| Segment operating profit | 9.1 | 11.9 | 37.4 | 36.2 | 40.3 | ||||
| Segment operating profit % | 13.3% | 17.3% | 17.9% | 19.2% | 15.9% |
* Comparable currencies
Vianor, own operations
| EUR million | 7–9 /22 |
7–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
1–9 /22 |
1–9 /21 |
Change % |
CC* Change % |
2021 |
| Net sales | 76.5 | 70.1 | 9.0% | 9.3% | 232.7 | 219.7 | 5.9% | 6.1% | 342.9 |
| Operating profit | -5.1 | -4.2 | -7.9 | -3.6 | -15.0 | ||||
| Operating profit % | -6.7% | -6.0% | -3.4% | -1.6% | -4.4% | ||||
| Segment operating profit | -5.1 | -4.5 | -7.7 | -4.3 | 4.1 | ||||
| Segment operating profit % | -6.7% | -6.4% | -3.3% | -1.9% | 1.2% | ||||
| Number of own service centers at period end | 174 | 175 | 175 |
* Comparable currencies
CONFERENCE CALL
A conference call for investors, analysts and media will be held on November 1, 2022 at 3:00 p.m. EET. In the call, President and CEO Jukka Moisio and CFO Teemu Kangas-Kärki will present the financial results.
To participate, please dial in 5−10 minutes before the beginning of the event:
Finland +358 9 2319 5437
Sweden +46 (0) 8 50520424
United Kingdom +44 (0) 33 0551 0200
United States +1 212 999 6659
Passcode: Nokian Tyres
The call can also be listened live via https://nokiantyres.videosync.fi/2022-q3-results.
A recording of the conference call and a transcript will be available on the company’s website later.
FINANCIAL REPORTING
Financial Statement Release 2022 will be published on February 7, 2023.
Releases and company information are available at www.nokiantyres.com/company/investors/.
Further information:
Jukka Moisio, President and CEO, tel: +358 10 401 7742
Teemu Kangas-Kärki, CFO, tel: +358 10 401 7750
Päivi Antola, SVP, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations, tel: +358 10 401 7327
Nokian Tyres develops and manufactures premium tires for people who value safety, sustainability and predictability. Our purpose is to empower the world to drive smarter. Inspired by our Scandinavian heritage, we craft innovative products for passenger cars, trucks and heavy machinery that give you peace of mind in all driving conditions. Our Vianor chain provides tire and car services. In 2021, the company’s net sales were EUR 1.7 billion and it employed some 4,900 people. Nokian Tyres is listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Further information: www.nokiantyres.com