Duyuru • Feb 15
Semcon AB (publ) Develops Digital Product Information for Polestar's Upcoming Car Model Semcon AB (publ) beenen commissioned to develop the digital workshop information for one of Polestar's upcoming electric vehicle models. The new project involves diagnostics, service and spare parts information and is planned to run through end of 2023. Making sure that workshop technicians can perform service and repairs as effectively as possible requires accurate diagnostics information for troubleshooting, as well as service and spare parts information. Semcon's extensive experience in creating digital information solutions ensures that workshop technicians are given the right conditions to work with Polestar's upcoming electric vehicle model. The project will run until end of 2023 and Semcon is contributing with a broad mix of skills and expertise, such as diagnostics engineers, method developers, illustrators and spare parts engineers. The international team will be comprised of up to 20 employees in Sweden, Hungary and China. Digital product information tailored to the target group brings several benefits for companies, such as increased uptime, more efficient service and maintenance, and a better user experience. Duyuru • Sep 28
Ratos AB (publ) (OM:RATO B) made a tender offer to acquire Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) from JCE Group AB, Nordea Investment Management AB, SAMSON ROCK CAPITAL LLP, Otus Capital Management LP, Ennismore Fund Management and other shareholders for SEK 2.8 billion. Ratos AB (publ) (OM:RATO B) made a tender offer to acquire Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) from JCE Group AB, Nordea Investment Management AB, SAMSON ROCK CAPITAL LLP, Otus Capital Management LP, Ennismore Fund Management and other shareholders for SEK 2.8 billion on September 26, 2022. The offer price is SEK 157 cash per share. The offer is not subject to any financing conditions. The offer will be financed through a combination of cash available and funds available to Ratos pursuant to debt financing committed to be provided by Danske Bank A/S, Denmark, Sweden Branch, Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (publ) and Svenska Handelsbanken AB (publ). Semcon will retain its company name and remain an independent company with its headquarter in Gothenburg. The offer will not have an impact on Semcon's employees and management (including their terms of employment) or the organization in general.
The Board of Directors of Semcon has unanimously decided to recommend the shareholders to accept the offer. The offer is conditional upon acceptance of minimum 90% stake in Semcon, all regulatory, governmental or similar clearances, approvals and decisions and other approvals and clearances from competition authorities. JCE Group AB, Nordea Investment Management AB, SAMSON ROCK CAPITAL LLP, Otus Capital Management LP and Ennismore Fund Management hold total approximately 52% shares in Semcon, have undertaken to, subject to certain conditions, accept the offer. Upon acquisition of 90% stake, Ratos intends to initiate a compulsory buy-out procedure with respect to the remaining shares. The offer period is expected to commence on September 27, 2022 and end on or around October 27, 2022.
Lazard acted as financial advisor and KANTER acted as legal advisor to Ratos in relation to the offer. Danske Bank A/S, Danmark,Sverige Filial acted as financial advisor, Advokatfirman Vinge KB acted as legal advisor to Semcon. Duyuru • Sep 26
Ratos Intends to Promote A Delisting of Semcon's Shares on Nasdaq Stockholm Ratos AB ("Ratos") announced a recommended public cash offer to the shareholders of Semcon AB (publ) ("Semcon" or the "Company") to tender all their shares in Semcon to Ratos at a price of SEK 157 in cash per share (the "Offer"). The shares in Semcon are admitted to trading on Nasdaq Stockholm, Small Cap, under the ticker SEMC. In the event Ratos, whether in connection with the Offer or otherwise, acquires shares representing more than 90% of the total number of shares of Semcon, Ratos intends to initiate a compulsory buy-out procedure with respect to the remaining shares. In connection therewith, Ratos intends to promote a delisting of Semcon's shares on Nasdaq Stockholm. Duyuru • Aug 25
Etteplan Oyj (HLSE:ETTE) made a bid offer to acquire Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) for SEK 2.7 billion. Etteplan Oyj (HLSE:ETTE) made a bid offer to acquire Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) for SEK 2.7 billion on August 23, 2022. Under the terms, Etteplan offers a cash consideration of SEK 149 per share in Semcon. The acceptance period for the Offer is expected to commence around September 1, 2022 and end around October 6, 2022. Etteplan reserves the right to extend the acceptance period for the Offer and to postpone the settlement date. The completion of the Offer is conditional upon, among other things, the Offer being accepted to such extent that Etteplan becomes the owner of shares representing more than 90% of the outstanding shares in Semcon on a fully diluted basis and receipt of all necessary regulatory, governmental or similar clearances, approvals and decisions, including from competition authorities. Board of Directors of Semcon unanimously recommends the shareholders of Semcon to accept the Offer. Danske Bank A/S, Danmark,Sverige Filial acted as financial advisor, Advokatfirman Vinge KB acted as legal advisor and PricewaterhouseCoopers AB acted as fairness opinion to Semcon. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Aug 23
Investor sentiment improved over the past week After last week's 32% share price gain to €13.64, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 17x. Average forward P/E is 16x in the Professional Services industry in Europe. Total returns to shareholders of 222% over the past three years. Reported Earnings • Jul 19
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: kr1.59 (vs kr1.70 in 2Q 2021) Second quarter 2022 results: EPS: kr1.59 (down from kr1.70 in 2Q 2021). Revenue: kr500.2m (up 12% from 2Q 2021). Net income: kr28.0m (down 5.7% from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 5.6% (down from 6.7% in 2Q 2021). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 5.7%, compared to a 9.9% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 27% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Recent Insider Transactions • May 11
President recently bought €50k worth of stock On the 4th of May, Markus Granlund bought around 4k shares on-market at roughly €11.53 per share. In the last 3 months, they made an even bigger purchase worth €69k. Markus has been a buyer over the last 12 months, purchasing a net total of €241k worth in shares. Duyuru • May 02
Semcon AB (Publ) Resolves Dividend, Payable on 6 May 2022 Semcon AB (publ) Board's proposal, the AGM resolved on a dividend of 4 SEK per share to be paid, and that the remaining funds available to the AGM will be carried forward to a new account. In total, the dividend amounts to SEK 70.4 million. The record date for the dividend will be 3 May 2022 and payment is expected to be made via Euroclear Sweden AB on 6 May 2022. Reported Earnings • May 01
First quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: kr2.66 (vs kr1.98 in 1Q 2021) First quarter 2022 results: EPS: kr2.66 (up from kr1.98 in 1Q 2021). Revenue: kr494.6m (up 18% from 1Q 2021). Net income: kr46.8m (up 36% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.5% (up from 8.2% in 1Q 2021). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 7.9%, compared to a 9.7% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 13% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 33% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 3 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 3 independent directors. 5 non-independent directors. Independent Chairman Eva Elmstedt was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2019. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Recent Insider Transactions • Feb 17
President recently bought €69k worth of stock On the 14th of February, Markus Granlund bought around 6k shares on-market at roughly €10.85 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Markus has been a buyer over the last 12 months, purchasing a net total of €259k worth in shares. Reported Earnings • Feb 10
Full year 2021 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: EPS: kr7.60 (up from kr5.75 in FY 2020). Revenue: kr1.71b (up 5.2% from FY 2020). Net income: kr132.8m (up 33% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 7.8% (up from 6.1% in FY 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 10%, compared to a 9.6% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 30% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Duyuru • Feb 10
Semcon AB (publ) Proposes Dividend Semcon AB (publ) proposed a dividend of SEK 4.00 (SEK 3.00) per share. The record day is proposed as 3 May 2022. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 25
Investor sentiment deteriorated over the past week After last week's 20% share price decline to €10.32, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14x. Average forward P/E is 22x in the Professional Services industry in Europe. Total returns to shareholders of 131% over the past three years. Duyuru • Jan 05
Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) agreed to acquire Walkgrove Limited. Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) agreed to acquire Walkgrove Limited on January 1, 2022. In the 2020-2021 financial year, Walkgrove operations reported sales of approximately £1.4 million
Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) completed the acquisition of Walkgrove Limited on January 1, 2022. Duyuru • Dec 16
Husqvarna AB (publ) (OM:HUSQ B) acquired additional 33.2% minority stake in Yeti Move As from Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC). Husqvarna AB (publ) (OM:HUSQ B) acquired additional 33.2% minority stake in Yeti Move As from Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) on December 15, 2021. Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC), Husqvarna AB (publ) (OM:HUSQ B) and Øveraasen As hold equal interests in Yeti Move As, post completion, Husqvarna AB (publ) (OM:HUSQ B) will hold majority interest in Yeti As and Yeti will operate as a subsidiary of Husqvarna. Semcon AB (publ) does not expect the divestment to have any material impact on its financials.
Husqvarna AB (publ) (OM:HUSQ B) completed the acquisition of additional 33.2% minority stake in Yeti Move As from Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) on December 15, 2021. Recent Insider Transactions • Oct 24
President recently bought €60k worth of stock On the 22nd of October, Markus Granlund bought around 5k shares on-market at roughly €12.18 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Markus has been a buyer over the last 12 months, purchasing a net total of €190k worth in shares. Reported Earnings • Oct 20
Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS kr1.41 (vs kr1.22 in 3Q 2020) The company reported a strong third quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: kr370.9m (up 11% from 3Q 2020). Net income: kr24.7m (up 17% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 6.7% (up from 6.3% in 3Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 34% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Recent Insider Transactions • Jul 27
President recently bought €50k worth of stock On the 21st of July, Markus Granlund bought around 4k shares on-market at roughly €12.44 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Markus has been a buyer over the last 12 months, purchasing a net total of €130k worth in shares. Reported Earnings • Jul 18
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS kr1.70 (vs kr0.06 in 2Q 2020) The company reported a strong second quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: kr445.2m (up 11% from 2Q 2020). Net income: kr29.7m (up kr28.6m from 2Q 2020). Profit margin: 6.7% (up from 0.3% in 2Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 31% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Jun 28
Upcoming dividend of kr3.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 05 July 2021. Payment date: 09 July 2021. Trailing yield: 2.7%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.2%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.9%). Duyuru • Jun 02
Semcon AB (Publ) Proposes Dividend for the Year 2020 The board of directors of Semcon AB (publ) has decided to propose to distribute a dividend of SEK 3 per share to the shareholders. The proposal will be presented for resolution at an Extraordinary General Meeting that will be held on 2 July 2021. Duyuru • May 13
Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) acquired Squeed Ab for SEK 100 million. Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) acquired Squeed Ab for SEK 100 million on May 11, 2021. As per the transaction, Semcon AB (publ) will pay initially amounts to SEK 61 million, of which SEK 56 million will be paid in cash and SEK 5 million will be paid in the form of 0.04 million shares in Semcon AB (publ). In addition, earn-outs, paid in cash, may amount to a maximum of SEK 39 million if the operating profit exceeds certain benchmark levels during 2021-2023. The cash portion of the purchase price will be financed using available funds in Semcon AB (publ). The share portion will be met using existing holdings of own shares and the authorisation permitting the transfer of own shares that the annual general meeting resolved to provide the board of directors on April 29, 2021. As per the transaction Squeed Ab will become part of Semcon AB (publ)'s Engineering & Digital Services business area. As on December 31, 2020, Squeed Ab generated revenues of approximately SEK 110 million and operating profit to SEK 14 million. As a part of acquisition, Squeed Ab's President Ola Klasson and its employees will join Semcon AB (publ). Semcon expects the acquisition to have a positive impact on earnings per share in 2021.
Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) completed the acquisition of Squeed Ab on May 11, 2021. Executive Departure • May 07
Chairman of the Board Tore Bertilsson has left the company On the 29th of April, Tore Bertilsson's tenure as Chairman of the Board ended after 5.0 years in the role. We don't have any record of a personal shareholding under Tore's name. A total of 2 executives have left over the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • May 03
First quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS kr1.98 (vs kr2.17 in 1Q 2020) The company reported a soft first quarter result with weaker earnings and revenues, although profit margins were improved. First quarter 2021 results: Revenue: kr418.4m (down 15% from 1Q 2020). Net income: kr34.4m (down 8.5% from 1Q 2020). Profit margin: 8.2% (up from 7.7% in 1Q 2020). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 31% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Reported Earnings • Mar 27
Full year 2020 earnings released The company reported a soft full year result with weaker earnings and revenues, although profit margins were improved. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: kr1.63b (down 12% from FY 2019). Net income: kr99.8m (down 6.1% from FY 2019). Profit margin: 6.1% (up from 5.7% in FY 2019). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 24% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Is New 90 Day High Low • Mar 02
New 90-day high: €8.92 The company is up 34% from its price of €6.66 on 02 December 2020. The German market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 11% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €15.62 per share. Recent Insider Transactions • Feb 25
President recently bought €79k worth of stock On the 22nd of February, Markus Granlund bought around 9k shares on-market at roughly €8.70 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Markus' only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • Feb 12
Full year 2020 earnings released: EPS kr5.75 (vs kr6.11 in FY 2019) The company reported a soft full year result with weaker earnings and revenues, although profit margins were improved. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: kr1.63b (down 12% from FY 2019). Net income: kr99.8m (down 6.1% from FY 2019). Profit margin: 6.1% (up from 5.7% in FY 2019). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 21% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Feb 12
Revenue in line with expectations Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 4.7%, compared to a 4.3% growth forecast for the Professional Services industry in Germany. Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 09
New 90-day high: €8.60 The company is up 35% from its price of €6.39 on 10 November 2020. The German market is up 12% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 1.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €8.68 per share. Duyuru • Jan 24
Semcon AB (Publ) Announces Executive Changes As part of the growth agenda of Engineering & Digital Services (EDS), Semcon's CEO, Markus Granlund, is taking over responsibility for the business area while the former business area president, Daniel Rundgren, is focusing on growth and acquisitions within EDS. In recent years, the business area has implemented measures that have contributed to increased profitability, productivity and efficiency. In addition, there has been an in-depth focus on the digital offerings and the industry mix has broadened. Markus Granlund will remain in his position as President and CEO of Semcon, while Daniel Rundgren leaves Group Management due to the change, effective from January 22, 2021. Semcon's other business area, Product Information, is not affected. Duyuru • Jan 19
Semcon AB Announces Tore Beilssonon, Do Not Stands for Re-Election At the Annual General Meeting in 2021 Tore Beilssonon, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Semcon AB, has informed the Nomination Committee that he will not be available for re-election at the Annual General Meeting in 2021. Tore Bertilsson joined the Board of Directors of Semcon AB in 2015 and was elected Chairman in 2016. The Nomination Committee is now initiating the search for a replacement for Tore Bertilsson in time for the Annual General Meeting in 2021. Is New 90 Day High Low • Jan 13
New 90-day high: €8.23 The company is up 29% from its price of €6.36 on 14 October 2020. The German market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 4.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €8.79 per share. Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 28
New 90-day high: €7.41 The company is up 24% from its price of €6.00 on 29 September 2020. The German market is up 7.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 4.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €8.10 per share. Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 01
New 90-day high: €6.86 The company is up 19% from its price of €5.76 on 02 September 2020. The German market is up 3.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 5.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €7.09 per share. Duyuru • Oct 31
ASM Technologies Limited (BSE:526433) signed a share purchase agreement to acquire Semcon India Private Limited from Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC). ASM Technologies Limited (BSE:526433) signed a share purchase agreement to acquire Semcon India Private Limited from Semcon AB (publ) (OM:SEMC) on October 30, 2020. All of Semcon’s employees in India will become part of ASM Technologies. The transaction is conditional. On October 30, 2020, the transaction was approved by the Board of Directors of ASM Technologies Limited. The transaction is expected to complete when the conditions are met. The transaction will not have any significant impact on future operating profit of Semcon AB (publ). Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Oct 22
Third-quarter earnings released: Revenue misses expectations Third-quarter revenue missed analyst estimates by 19% at kr335.0m. Revenue is forecast to grow 5.5% over the next year, while the growth in Professional Services industry in Germany is expected to stay flat. Reported Earnings • Oct 22
Third quarter earnings released Over the last 12 months the company has reported total profits of kr98.2m, down 4.0% from the prior year. Total revenue was kr1.72b over the last 12 months, down 7.8% from the prior year. Is New 90 Day High Low • Oct 08
New 90-day high: €6.39 The company is up 21% from its price of €5.28 on 10 July 2020. The German market is up 3.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company outperformed over that time. It also outperformed the Professional Services industry, which is up 4.0% over the same period. Recent Insider Transactions • Sep 24
Independent Director recently bought €19k worth of stock On the 16th of September, Karl Thedéen bought around 3k shares on-market at roughly €6.23 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Despite this recent purchase, insiders have collectively sold €31k more in shares than they bought in the last 12 months. Duyuru • Sep 22
Semcon Deepens Its Collaboration with Fuel Cell Manufacturer Powercell Semcon announced that it is deepening its collaboration with fuel cell manufacturer PowerCell. Both through a new framework agreement and by developing a new robotic cell with the use of vision technology that will streamline the production of fuel cells for the vehicles of the future. The fuel cells use hydrogen to produce electricity and heat, with emissions of only water. Semcon has been engaged to develop and deploy an entirely new robotic cell for testing new fuel cell production technology with the aim of making the fuel cells more efficient. Semcon is part of a comprehensive project that embraces the entire production process for mass-producing fuel cells and which has developed the test concept for the new robotic cell. In the project, Semcon is responsible for bringing expertise in production development, robotics programming, machine design, and vision technology, among other things. The robotic cell will also have full traceability through QR codes. The new framework agreement further strengthens the long-term and established partnership. Among other things, the agreement includes production development, product development, product information, and digitisation services. Recent Insider Transactions • Sep 22
Independent Director recently bought €19k worth of stock On the 16th of September, Karl Thedéen bought around 3k shares on-market at roughly €6.23 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Despite this recent purchase, insiders have collectively sold €31k more in shares than they bought in the last 12 months. Duyuru • Sep 15
Semcon AB (Publ) Announces Appointments to Nomination Committee Semcon AB (publ) announced that in accordance with the decision by the Annual General Meeting of Semcon AB in 2020, the following persons have been appointed as members to the Nomination Committee: Karin Dennford, Chairman of the Nomination Committee, JCE Group AB; Mats Andersson, Nordea Investment Funds; and Johan Hagberg.