TORONTO, ONTARIO
-- (Marketwired)
-- 02/24/15
Altus Group Limited ("Altus Group" or "the Company") (TSX:AIF), a leading provider of commercial real estate services, software and data solutions, announced today its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2014.
Full Year 2014 Financial Highlights:
-- Increased gross revenues by 14.1% to $370.2 million (from $324.4 million
in 2013), driven by double-digit revenue growth from Research, Valuation
and Advisory ("RVA"), ARGUS Software, Property Tax Consulting ("Property
Tax"), and Geomatics
-- Increased Adjusted EBITDA by 16.9% to $67.1 million (from $57.4 million
in 2013), growing margins to 18.1% while continuing to make investments
(compared to 17.7% in 2013)
-- Maintained strong organic growth, which contributed 7.3% to gross
revenues and 4.8% to Adjusted EBITDA
-- Completed four strategic acquisitions during the year, which contributed
6.8% to revenue growth and 12.1% to Adjusted EBITDA growth while
furthering Altus Group's long-term strategy
-- Strengthened offerings for global asset and investment management
("GAIM") clients with enhanced data and software platforms, driving
20.8% revenue growth from GAIM businesses
-- Increased revenue contribution from new geographies, with 41.9% of
revenue now sourced from outside of core Canadian market (compared to
35.3% in 2013)
-- Increased Adjusted Basic earnings per share ("Adjusted Basic EPS") to
$1.16 (compared to $1.14 in 2013)
-- Returned $18.3 million to shareholders through quarterly declared
dividends of $0.15 per common share, or $0.60 per share for the year
Fourth Quarter 2014 Financial Highlights:
-- Increased gross revenues by 12.6% to $100.9 million (from $89.6 million
in the fourth quarter of 2013)
-- Sustained double-digit revenue growth from RVA, ARGUS Software and
Geomatics
-- Increased Adjusted EBITDA by 12.8% to $18.8 million (from $16.7 million
in the fourth quarter of 2013)
-- Completed the acquisitions of Voyanta Limited ("Voyanta") and SC&H Group
Inc.'s State and Local Tax consultancy ("SC&H SALT")
-- Adjusted Basic EPS were $0.31 (consistent with the fourth quarter of
2013)
"The strong performance in the fourth quarter and 2014 reflects the strength of our strategy and the investments we undertook to position Altus Group for profitable growth," said Robert Courteau, Chief Executive Officer at Altus Group. "Our strategic focus on international expansion resulted in an enhanced global footprint and important new customer wins. In addition, our investments in our global asset and investment management offerings drove strong growth from our data and software platforms. Driven by both organic and acquisitive growth, we finished the year with solid improvements across all of our business units. With a solid foundation in place, supported by strong leadership and operating plans, we are well positioned to continue growing profitability in 2015."
Summary of Operating and Financial Performance:
All percentage increases and decreases represent year-over-year changes for the fourth quarter and year end results from 2014, compared to the fourth quarter and year end results from 2013, unless otherwise noted.
Gross Revenues Year ended December 31, Quarter ended December 31,
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In thousands of % %
dollars 2014 2013 Change 2014 2013 Change
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RVA $ 91,521 $ 77,388 18.3% $ 26,688 $ 20,644 29.3%
ARGUS Software 48,968 38,917 25.8% 14,000 11,179 25.2%
Property Tax 98,257 87,543 12.2% 24,692 25,637 (3.7%)
Cost 46,989 50,191 (6.4%) 12,295 12,408 (0.9%)
Geomatics 85,085 70,760 20.2% 23,344 19,834 17.7%
Intercompany
eliminations (618) (350) (76.6%) (166) (118) (40.7%)
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Total $ 370,202 $ 324,449 14.1% $ 100,853 $ 89,584 12.6%
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Adjusted EBITDA Year ended December 31, Quarter ended December 31,
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In thousands of % %
dollars 2014 2013 Change 2014 2013 Change
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RVA $ 19,277 $ 19,762 (2.5%) $ 4,070 $ 4,377 (7.0%)
ARGUS Software 14,000 11,539 21.3% 3,361 3,347 0.4%
Property Tax 21,326 19,637 8.6% 2,047 3,968 (48.4%)
Cost 7,825 6,005 30.3% 1,329 988 34.5%
Geomatics 19,240 15,206 26.5% 3,923 3,419 14.7%
Corporate (14,565) (14,771) 1.4% 4,092 582 603.1%
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Total $ 67,103 $ 57,378 16.9% $ 18,822 $ 16,681 12.8%
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2014 Full Year Review
Altus Group's organic growth initiatives, acquisitions, and strong operational execution drove double-digit year-over-year increases in gross revenues and Adjusted EBITDA in 2014. On a consolidated basis, gross revenues increased 14.1% to $370.2 million (compared to $324.4 million for the same period in 2013), and Adjusted EBITDA increased 16.9% to $67.1 million (from $57.4 million in the same period last year), achieving an Adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.1%.
Revenue growth was driven by an 18.3% year-over-year increase from RVA, 25.8% increase from ARGUS Software, 12.2% increase from Property Tax and a 20.2% increase from Geomatics. During the year, acquisitions contributed 6.8% to revenue growth and exchange rate improvements against the Canadian Dollar benefitted revenues by 2.6%.
-- RVA benefitted from a 29.7% increase from its Data Solutions, which
included the acquisitions of RealNet Canada Inc. ("RealNet") and
Voyanta, and new appraisal management clients in the US and Europe.
Valuations and Advisory Services also improved by 11.2%, driven by right
of way and economic advisory services.
-- ARGUS Software sustained strong revenue growth driven by the continued
adoption of its ARGUS Enterprise ("AE") platform. During the year,
license sales increased by 47.0%, maintenance revenue increased by
19.3%, services revenues increased by 7.4%, and favourable exchange
rates against the Canadian Dollar improved revenues by 7.8%.
-- Geomatics' strong performance was attributed to the integration of
Maltais Geomatics Inc. ("MGI"), acquired in April 2014. Compared to
2013, Geomatics benefitted from optimized crew utilization and increased
work from the electric power and industrial segments.
-- Property Tax performed well in North America, benefiting from organic
and acquisitive growth in the US, as well as favourable exchange rates
against the Canadian dollar.
-- The Cost Consulting and Project Management ("Cost") practice saw modest
revenue declines both in North America and Asia Pacific, however
continues to see a positive trend in improving earnings.
Adjusted EBITDA results reflect improved revenue performance driven by 12.1% of acquisition growth, improvements in exchange rates against the Canadian Dollar by 4.1%, and operational expense improvements in the Cost business. Adjusted EBITDA was predominately impacted by investments that were made to expand RVA into Europe and by the purchase of Voyanta. Corporate costs amounted to $14.6 million, compared to $14.8 million in 2013.
Under IFRS accounting, profit (loss) for the year was $13.2 million, down 29.2% or $5.4 million from $18.6 million from 2013.
At the end of the year, the Company's bank debt was $127.5 million, representing a funded debt to EBITDA leverage ratio of 1.73 times, well within the Company's current covenant limit of 2.75 times. At the end of the year, Altus Group's balance sheet remained strong, giving the Company the financial flexibility to pursue its growth strategy. In the ordinary course, the Company is close to finalization of a new credit agreement.
2014 Fourth Quarter Review
On a consolidated basis, gross revenues increased 12.6% to $100.9 million (compared to $89.6 million for the same period in 2013), and Adjusted EBITDA increased 12.8% to $18.8 million (from $16.7 million in the same period last year), achieving a quarterly Adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.7%. Revenue growth was driven by a 29.3% year-over-year increase from RVA, 25.2% increase from ARGUS Software and a 17.7% increase from Geomatics.
-- Growth at RVA was driven by a 61.4% increase in revenues from Data
Solutions (to which RealNet and Voyanta contributed 30.5%), an 8.8%
growth in revenues from Valuations and Advisory Services, and a
favourable exchange rate against the Canadian Dollar. Investments in the
expansion into Europe and the acquisition of Voyanta impacted Adjusted
EBITDA by 39.0%. Additionally, variable compensation awarded at year-end
impacted earnings in the quarter. In the prior year, the operations also
benefitted from $0.3 million of Media Tax credits.
-- Growth at ARGUS Software was driven by a 44.5% increase in license sales
(typically the strongest quarter in the year), an 18.6% increase in
maintenance revenue, as well as favourable exchange rates against the
Canadian Dollar. Adjusted EBITDA remained flat with prior year resulting
from additional resource investments aimed at future growth.
Additionally, annual variable compensation awarded at year-end impacted
earnings in the quarter by an incremental 9.4%.
-- Property Tax revenues declined slightly however benefitted from steady
organic growth in the US, as well as acquisitive growth from SC&H SALT
and favourable exchange rates. Earnings were impacted by continued
investments in the US and reduced revenues from the UK, some of which
were offset by acquisitive earnings and favourable exchange rates
against the Canadian dollar.
-- At the Cost business unit, revenues improved modestly in Asia Pacific,
and in Canada were impacted by a marginal reduction experienced in
Western Canada; however, increased operational efficiencies resulted in
improved earnings.
-- The strong growth in revenue and earnings at Geomatics was driven by
MGI, which enhanced crew utilization and broadened industry exposure.
In the fourth quarter, corporate costs were a positive $4.1 million, compared to a positive $0.6 million in the same period in 2013. In the first nine months of the year, bonuses were recorded in the corporate segment, subject to the overall finalization of bonuses at year end. In the fourth quarter, bonuses were allocated to the business units and resulted in the positive balance. Compared to the same period in 2013, higher variable compensation was recorded during the first nine months of the year due to improved performance in the businesses, which resulted in the higher positive balance.
Under IFRS accounting, profit (loss) for the fourth quarter was $5.1 million, or $0.16 per share basic and diluted, compared to $7.0 million, or $0.26 per share basic, and $0.24 per share diluted, in the same period in 2013.
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Q4 and Fiscal 2014 Results Conference Call & Webcast
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Time: 5:00 p.m. ET
Webcast: http://www.altusgroup.com/ (under Investor Relations)
Live Call: 1-866-225-0198 (toll-free) or 416-340-2218 (GTA &
International)
Replay: 1-800-408-3053 or 905-694-9451 (passcode: 6634231)
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About Altus Group Limited
Altus Group Limited is a leading provider of independent advisory services, software, and data solutions to the global commercial real estate industry. All of our five core practices - Research, Valuation and Advisory, ARGUS Software, Property Tax Consulting, Cost Consulting and Project Management, and Geomatics - embody and reflect decades of experience, a broad range of expertise, and leading edge technology. Our offerings empower clients to analyze, gain insight and recognize value on their real estate investments. Headquartered in Canada, we have approximately 2,300 employees around the world, with operations in North America, Europe and Asia Pacific. Our clients include some of the world's largest real estate industry participants, spread across a broad variety of sectors.
We are focused on creating sustainable shareholder value that generates long-term returns by targeting organic and accretive growth while providing quarterly dividend payments of $0.15 per share. Our securities are traded on the TSX under the symbols AIF and AIF.DB.A. For more information on Altus Group, please visit: www.altusgroup.com.
Non-IFRS Measures
Altus Group uses certain non-IFRS measures as indicators of financial performance. Readers are cautioned that they are not defined performance measures under IFRS and may differ from similar computations as reported by other similar entities and, accordingly, may not be comparable to financial measures as reported by those entities. We believe that these measures are useful supplemental measures that may assist investors in assessing an investment in our shares and provide more insight into our performance.
Adjusted Earnings before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization, ("Adjusted EBITDA"), represents operating profit (loss) adjusted for the effect of amortization of intangibles, depreciation of property, plant and equipment, acquisition-related expenses (income), restructuring costs, share of profit or loss of associates, unrealized foreign exchange gains (losses), gains (losses) on sale of property, plant and equipment, gains (losses) on sale of business assets, impairment charges, non-cash Executive Compensation Plan costs, gains (losses) on hedging transactions, gains (losses) on equity derivatives net of mark-to-market adjustments on related restricted share units ("RSUs") and deferred share units ("DSUs") being hedged and other expenses or income of a non-operating and/or non-recurring nature.
Adjusted Basic Earnings (Loss) per Share, ("Adjusted Basic EPS"), represents basic earnings per share adjusted for the effect of amortization of intangibles acquired as part of business acquisitions, non-cash finance costs (income) related to the revaluation of amounts payable to unitholders, net of changes in fair value of related equity derivatives, distributions related to amounts payable to unitholders, acquisition-related expenses (income), restructuring costs, share of profit or loss of associates, unrealized foreign exchange gains (losses), gains (losses) on sale of property, plant and equipment, gains (losses) on sale of business assets, interest accretion on vendor payables, impairment charges, non-cash Executive Compensation Plan costs, gains (losses) on hedging transactions, gains (losses) on equity derivatives net of mark-to-market adjustments on related RSUs and DSUs being hedged and other expenses or income of a non-operating and/or non-recurring nature. All of the adjustments are made net of tax.
Forward-Looking Information
Certain information in this press release may constitute "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation. All information contained in this press release, other than statements of current and historical fact, is forward-looking information. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, the discussion of our business and operating initiatives, focuses and strategies, our expectations of future performance for our various business units and our consolidated financial results, and our expectations with respect to cash flows and liquidity. Generally, forward-looking information can be identified by use of words such as "may", "will", "expect", "believe", "plan", "would", "could" and other similar terminology. All of the forward-looking information in this press release is qualified by this cautionary statement.
Forward-looking information is not, and cannot be, a guarantee of future results or events. Forward-looking information is based on, among other things, opinions, assumptions, estimates and analyses that, while considered reasonable by us at the date the forward-looking information is provided, inherently are subject to significant risks, uncertainties, contingencies and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements, industry results or events to be materially different from those expressed or implied by the forward-looking information. The material factors or assumptions that we identified and were applied by us in drawing conclusions or making forecasts or projections set out in the forward-looking information include, but are not limited to: the successful execution of our business strategies; consistent and stable economic conditions or conditions in the financial markets; consistent and stable legislation in the various countries in which we operate; no disruptive changes in the technology environment; the opportunity to acquire accretive businesses; the successful integration of acquired businesses; and the continued availability of qualified professionals.
Inherent in the forward-looking information are known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause our actual results, performance or achievements, or industry results, to differ materially from any results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Those risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information include, but are not limited to: general state of the economy; commercial real estate market; competition in the industry; ability to attract and retain professionals; oil and gas sector; currency risk; integration of acquisitions; appraisal and appraisal management mandates; information from multiple sources; reliance on larger software transactions with longer and less predictable sales cycles; success of new product introductions; ability to respond to technological change and develop products on a timely basis; Canadian multi-residential market; customer concentration; interest rate risk; ability to maintain profitability and manage growth; revenue and cash flow volatility; credit risk; protection of intellectual property or defending against claims of intellectual property rights of others; weather; fixed-price and contingency engagements; operating risks; performance of obligations/maintenance of client satisfaction; information technology governance and security; legislative and regulatory changes; risk of future legal proceedings; insurance limits; income tax matters; ability to meet solvency requirements to pay dividends; leverage and restrictive covenants; unpredictability and volatility of common share price; capital investment; and issuance of additional common shares diluting existing shareholders' interests, as described in our Management's Discussion and Analysis for the year ended December 31, 2014 under "Key Factors Affecting the Business".
Given these risks, uncertainties and other factors, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information as a prediction of actual results. The forward-looking information reflects management's current expectations and beliefs regarding future events and operating performance and is based on information currently available to management. Although we have attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking information contained herein, there are other factors that could cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. The forward-looking information contained herein is current as of the date of this press release and, except as required under applicable law, we do not undertake to update or revise it to reflect new events or circumstances. Additionally, we undertake no obligation to comment on analyses, expectations or statements made by third parties in respect of Altus Group, our financial or operating results, or our securities.
Selected Financial Information
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For the year ended For the quarter
December 31, ended December 31,
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In thousands of dollars, except
for per share amounts 2014 2013 2014 2013
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Gross revenues $ 370,202 $ 324,449 $ 100,853 $ 89,584
Adjusted EBITDA 67,103 57,378 18,822 16,681
Adjusted EBITDA margin 18.1% 17.7% 18.7% 18.6%
Profit (loss) 13,171 18,607 5,076 6,957
Earnings (loss) per share:
Basic $ 0.44 $ 0.77 $ 0.16 $ 0.26
Diluted $ 0.43 $ 0.71 $ 0.16 $ 0.24
Adjusted Basic $ 1.16 $ 1.14 $ 0.31 $ 0.31
Dividends declared per share $ 0.60 $ 0.60 $ 0.15 $ 0.15
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Reconciliation of Adjusted EBITDA to Profit (Loss)
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Year ended December Quarter ended
31, December 31,
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In thousands of dollars 2014 2013 2014 2013
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Adjusted EBITDA $ 67,103 $ 57,378 $ 18,822 $ 16,681
Depreciation and amortization (24,162) (18,432) (8,278) (4,677)
Acquisition related (expenses)
income (3,477) (718) (509) (19)
Share of profit (loss) of
associates (1,421) (1,415) (60) (522)
Unrealized foreign exchange gain
(loss) (133) 155 305 311
Gain (loss) on sale of property,
plant and equipment (385) (245) (54) (1)
Gain (loss) on sale of certain
business assets - 8,832 - 3,613
Non-cash Executive Compensation
Plan costs (1,567) (481) (664) (121)
Gain (loss) on equity
derivatives net of mark-to-
market adjustments on related
RSUs and DSUs being hedged 65 - 83 -
Restructuring costs (128) (2,916) (64) (962)
Other non-operating and/or non-
recurring income (costs) 194 (827) (85) (207)
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Operating profit (loss) 36,089 41,331 9,496 14,096
Finance (costs) income, net (17,384) (18,388) (2,937) (5,298)
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Profit (loss) before income
taxes 18,705 22,943 6,559 8,798
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Income tax recovery (expense) (5,534) (4,336) (1,483) (1,841)
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Profit (loss) for the period $ 13,171 $ 18,607 $ 5,076 $ 6,957
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Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013
(Expressed in Thousands of Canadian Dollars, Except for Shares and Per Share Amounts)
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For the year For the year
ended ended
December 31, December 31,
2014 2013
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Revenues
Gross revenues $ 370,202 $ 324,449
Less: disbursements 30,006 27,285
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Net revenue 340,196 297,164
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Expenses
Employee compensation 221,403 191,099
Occupancy 14,603 13,676
Office and other operating 38,913 36,409
Amortization of intangibles 18,321 13,515
Depreciation of property, plant and equipment 5,841 4,917
Acquisition related expenses (income) 3,477 718
Share of (profit) loss of associates 1,421 1,415
Restructuring costs 128 2,916
(Gain) loss on sale of certain business assets - (8,832)
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Operating profit (loss) 36,089 41,331
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Finance costs (income), net 17,384 18,388
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Profit (loss) before income taxes 18,705 22,943
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Income tax expense (recovery) 5,534 4,336
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Profit (loss) for the year attributable to equity
holders $ 13,171 $ 18,607
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Other comprehensive income (loss):
Items that may be reclassified to profit or loss
in subsequent periods:
Cash flow hedges 740 836
Currency translation differences 11,841 9,614
Share of other comprehensive income (loss) of
associates 339 (43)
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Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax 12,920 10,407
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Total comprehensive income (loss) for the year,
net of tax, attributable to equity holders $ 26,091 $ 29,014
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Earnings (loss) per share attributable to the
equity holders of the Company during the year
Basic earnings (loss) per share $ 0.44 $ 0.77
Diluted earnings (loss) per share $ 0.43 $ 0.71
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Consolidated Balance Sheets As at December 31, 2014 and 2013
(Expressed in Thousands of Canadian Dollars)
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December 31, December 31,
2014 2013
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Assets
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 17,452 $ 16,664
Trade and other receivables 130,670 109,589
Income taxes recoverable 1,425 1,294
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149,547 127,547
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Non-current assets
Trade and other receivables 379 304
Derivative financial instruments 328 -
Investment in associates 13,948 14,130
Deferred income taxes 14,145 13,018
Property, plant and equipment 22,872 18,213
Intangibles 132,934 76,964
Goodwill 215,573 192,262
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400,179 314,891
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Total Assets $ 549,726 $ 442,438
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Liabilities
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables $ 77,702 $ 59,851
Income taxes payable 4,631 678
Borrowings 128,073 1,441
Derivative financial instruments 634 -
Provisions 252 1,738
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211,292 63,708
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Non-current liabilities
Trade and other payables 10,110 10,981
Borrowings 43,150 155,420
Derivative financial instruments - 1,637
Provisions 125 141
Deferred income taxes 9,040 2,692
Amounts payable to unitholders 2,905 5,646
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65,330 176,517
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Total Liabilities 276,622 240,225
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Shareholders' Equity
Share capital 405,443 340,445
Equity component of convertible debentures 1,567 6,338
Contributed surplus 9,008 6,130
Accumulated other comprehensive income
(loss) 22,360 9,440
Deficit (165,274) (160,140)
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Total Shareholders' Equity 273,104 202,213
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Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity $ 549,726 $ 442,438
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows For the Years Ended December 31, 2014 and 2013
(Expressed in Thousands of Canadian Dollars)
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For the year
ended For the year
December 31, ended December
2014 31, 2013
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Cash flows from operating activities
Profit (loss) before income taxes $ 18,705 $ 22,943
Adjustments for:
Amortization of intangibles 18,321 13,515
Depreciation of property, plant and
equipment 5,841 4,917
Amortization of lease inducements 44 82
Amortization of deferred software
development costs 202 -
Tax credits recorded through employee
compensation (201) (1,160)
Finance costs (income), net 17,384 18,388
Share-based compensation 2,895 1,193
Unrealized foreign exchange (gain) loss 133 (155)
(Gain) loss on acquisition achieved in
stages (673) -
(Gain) loss on sale of certain business
assets - (8,891)
(Gain) loss on disposal of property,
plant and equipment 385 245
(Gain) loss on equity derivative
instruments (328) -
Share of (profit) loss of associates 1,421 1,415
Net changes in operating working capital (3,808) 5,900
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Net cash generated by (used in) operations 60,321 58,392
Less: interest paid (8,852) (13,058)
Less: income taxes paid (2,878) (2,621)
Add: income taxes received 864 260
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating
activities 49,455 42,973
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Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from exercise of options 2,957 1,695
Redemption of Altus UK LLP Class B and D
limited liability partnership units (3,150) (260)
Financing fees paid - (2,642)
Proceeds from the equity offering - 46,124
Proceeds from borrowings 73,000 -
Repayment of borrowings (16,273) (54,589)
Dividends paid (14,434) (12,855)
Treasury shares purchased under RS Plan (3,086) (2,277)
Interest paid to other unitholders (158) (210)
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing
activities 38,856 (25,014)
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Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of investment in associates (3,149) -
Purchase of intangibles (3,053) (731)
Purchase of property, plant and equipment (7,713) (3,866)
Proceeds from disposal of property, plant
and equipment 169 117
Acquisitions (74,221) (4,416)
Proceeds from partial sale of investment
in associate - 2,605
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Net cash provided by (used in) investing
activities (87,967) (6,291)
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Effect of foreign currency translation 444 293
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash
equivalents 788 11,961
Cash and cash equivalents
Beginning of year 16,664 4,703
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End of year $ 17,452 $ 16,664
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Contacts:
Altus Group Limited
Camilla Bartosiewicz
Vice President, Investor Relations
(416) 641-9773
camilla.bartosiewicz@altusgroup.com
www.altusgroup.com
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