CHEMICAL AND ALLIED PRODUCTS : CAP PLC - Q1 2024 EARNINGS RELEASE

Chemical and Allied Products Plc - Q1 2024 Unaudited Results

NGX Ticker: CAP

PRESS RELEASE

Regulated Information

Unaudited Financial Results for the Period Ended 31 March 2024

Lagos, 29 April 2024 - Chemical and Allied Products Plc ("CAP" or the "Company"), Nigeria's leading paints and coatings company, today announced its unaudited results for the period ended 31 March 2024.

Commenting on the results, Managing Director, Bolarin Okunowo, stated:

"We have had a very strong start to the year, witnessing solid revenue growth which demonstrates the resilience of our business model and the enduring strength of our brands across every product category. Despite the macroeconomic challenges, which have impacted consumer spending and operational costs, our diverse product range continues to meet the varying needs of our customers. The macro-economic environment remains volatile, but we are committed to adapting and continuing to serve our customers effectively."

Highlights

• Revenue increased by 114% to N8.5 billion.
• Gross profit reached N3.0 billion, reflecting an increase of 124% over the gross profit recorded in Q1 2023 despite escalating input costs.
• Operating profit soared to N1.1 billion, a 172% increase. Despite a rise in operating expenses due to inflationary pressures on the cost of services, the operating profit margin still expanded.
• Profit before tax reached N1.9 billion, an increase of 230% from N576 million in Q1 2023, on the back higher net finance income (foreign exchange gains) in Q1 2024.
• Total profit for the period was N1.3 billion, with a net profit margin of 15%.

Performance Summary

In million ₦, unless otherwise stated	Q1 2024	Q1 2023	YoY
Revenue	8,506	3,971	114%
Gross Profit	3,043	1,358	124%
Gross Margin (% of Revenue)	36%	34%	1.6 pp
Other Operating Income	163	110	48%
Selling & Marketing expenses	(834)	(341)	145%
Administrative expenses	(1,310)	(736)	78%
Operating Expenses	(2,144)	(1,077)	99%
Operating Expenses (% of Revenue)	25%	27%	(1.9 pp)
Operating Profit	1,062	391	172%
Operating Margin (% of Revenue)	12%	10%	2.6 pp
Finance Income	841	208	304%
Finance Cost	(0)	(22)	(98%)
Net Finance Income	841	186	352%
Profit Before Tax	1,903	576	230%
Profit before Tax Margin (% of Revenue)	22%	15%	7.9 pp
Income Tax Expense	(628)	(187)	236%
Profit After Tax	1,275	389	228%
Profit after Tax Margin (% of Revenue)	15%	10%	5.2 pp

Chemical and Allied Products Plc - Q1 2024 Unaudited Results

NGX Ticker: CAP

In million ₦, unless otherwise stated	Mar-24	Dec-23	YoY
Non-current Assets	2,389	2,336	(2%)
Current Assets	16,834	12,811	31%
Assets Held for Sale	189	227	(16%)
Total Assets	19,412	15,374	26%
Non-current Liabilities	497	497	-
Current Liabilities	9,670	6,907	40%
Total Liabilities	10,167	7,404	37%
Equity	9,245	7,970	16%
Total Liabilities and Equity	19,412	15,374	26%

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Jimi Sorinola Investor Relations [e-mail]

Chemical and Allied Products Plc - Q1 2024 Unaudited Results

NGX Ticker: CAP

About CAP Plc

Chemical and Allied Products Plc (CAP) is a leading paints and coatings company in Nigeria with globally recognised brands such as Dulux, Sandtex, Caplux and Hempel. CAP manufactures and sells decorative paints and industrial coatings. CAP is the sole technological licensee of Akzo Nobel Coatings International B.V. and is the Nigerian representative of Hempel Paints South Africa (Pty) Limited. CAP pioneered the colour centre concept in Nigeria in 2005, which resulted in the evolution of the Nigerian paint industry. CAP is a public company listed on The Nigerian Exchange ("NGX"). It is a subsidiary of UAC of Nigeria PLC which holds 57.85% of the company's shares. For more information visit https://www.capplc.com/

CAP's Investors Portal

CAP has a dedicated investors' portal on its corporate website which can be accessed via this link: https://www.capplc.com/investor-relations/. This Earnings Press Release should be read in conjunction with the Unaudited Financial Statements for the period ended 31 March, 2023 available on our website. For any investment related enquiry, please contact Lolade Bashiru, Investor Relations by electronic mail at [e-mail].

Disclaimer

This announcement contains or will contain forward-looking statements which reflect management's expectations regarding the Company's future growth, results of operations, performance, business prospects and opportunities. Wherever possible, words such as "anticipate", "believe", "expects", "intend" "estimate", "project", "target", "risks", "goals" and similar terms and phrases have been used to identify the forward- looking statements. These statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management. Certain material factors or assumptions have been applied in drawing the conclusions contained in the forward-looking statements. These factors or assumptions are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties surrounding future expectations generally. Chemical and Allied Products Plc cautions readers that several factors could cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These factors should be considered carefully, and undue reliance should not be placed on the forward-looking statements. For additional information with respect to certain of these risks or factors, reference should be made to the Company's disclosure materials filed from time to time with Securities and Exchange Commission of Nigeria. The Company disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events or otherwise.