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Savor announces interim results

Half Year Results17 November 2021SVRConsumer Staples

NZX Release
Savor announces Interim Results

18 November 2021

Savor Limited (NZX: SVR) (“Savor” or “the Group”), is pleased to announce its results for the six month

period ended 30 September 2021.

All figures presented are from the continuing operations of the Group unless otherwise stated.

Highlights:

• Group revenue increased to $17.2m from $4.9m in the prior period, following the acquisition

of the Amano, Ortolana and The Store venues in April 2021.

• Group operating cash flows for the period were $1.1m, compared to an outflow of $0.1m in

the prior period. Cash flows were significantly lower as a result of COVID-19 restrictions in

the last six weeks of the period, resulting in a mismatch with payments being made to

suppliers while there were no cash receipts.

• Including significant non-cash items such as depreciation of $2.0m and interest costs of

$0.6m, the Group reported a net loss after tax of $0.8m.

• However, Savor reported operating earnings of $2.1m for the period (with six weeks of

COVID affected trading).


Core Business

The financial year began with a period of consolidation, following the acquisition of Amano, Ortolana,

and The Store from Hipgroup Limited in early April 2021. Trading results exceeded initial expectations

and were accompanied by strong performances across the bulk of the existing Savor Group venues.

The six month period saw the Group achieve some of the highest trading weeks in recent years.

The Group has made significant progress on its cost out strategy, removing approximately $1.0m of

annualized overhead costs, in addition to the ongoing working capital and overhead benefits realized

from divesting the Moa Brewing operations. The Group also obtained successful settlements for the

historical claims against the contract manufacturer (100% in favour) and the purchaser (85% in favour).

In June, the Group acquired a centralized distribution centre, enabling purchasing power synergies and

a streamlined supply chain, working directly with suppliers to source the highest quality products.

Savor has also completed a review of its lease portfolio, resulting in the exit or sublease of

underutilized spaces to offset approximately $0.3m of rental costs on an annual basis.

The return to COVID-19 restrictions in August 2021 had a material impact on the Group’s operations,

with the mandated closure of venues. Savor redeveloped its eCommerce business to generate sales in

excess of $0.13m per week for online deliveries and takeaway offerings. This, combined with stringent

capital and cost discipline, limited the weekly cash outflow to approximately $88,000. Savor is well

positioned to maximise trading opportunities once restrictions are lifted.


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New Business

The Group acquired Oji Sushi in July 2021 adding an affordable premium sushi range to accompany

Savor’s existing Japanese credentials. This acquisition expands the Group’s fast casual offering and

provides a concept well placed for further expansion, the first of which was opened in Auckland’s

Britomart in August 2021. Savor’s organic growth continued with the establishment of Bar Non Solo in

the Seafarers Building. This upmarket cocktail lounge expansion of the iconic NSP brand from Parnell

brings a high energy sophisticated Italian Aperitivo restaurant into Auckland’s premier dining district.

The Group remains in discussions with several parties regarding the addition of further profitable

assets. The Group expects to be able to provide more detail in the coming months as these discussions

materialize.

CEO Lucien Law said: “The high paced nature of the Group is evident when I reflect on the past six

months and what we’ve achieved. The solid trading results throughout winter demonstrate the high

quality venues we have and the potential that the Group can achieve. COVID-19 continues to challenge

us and places immense pressure on the business but even more on our staff. I can only give my sincere

thanks to our teams who are doing it tough at this time and really just want to get back into doing

what they love. The support of our teams and our customer base is essential, and we look forward to

welcoming everyone back as soon as we can.”

ENDS -

Investor Enquiries

Tim Peat

CFO, Savor

Mobile: 021 049 7442



About Savor

Savor, established in 2011, is one of New Zealand’s largest hospitality businesses with 10 iconic

venues in Auckland, including Azabu Ponsonby, Azabu Mission Bay, Ebisu and Non Solo Pizza, each

with its own unique concept, culture and offering. In April 2021, Savor acquired the iconic Auckland

venues Amano, Ortolana, and The Store, bringing further strength and depth to the Group. Savor has

a reputation for originality, the quality of its products and the high standard of service that is

consistent across the company portfolio.

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INTERIM FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS

FOR THE PERIOD ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

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Directors’ Report

Consolidated Statement of

Comprehensive Income

Consolidated Statement of

Movements in Equity

Consolidated Balance Sheet

Consolidated Statement of

Cash Flows

Notes to the Financial

Statements

Corporate Directory

IN THIS REPORT

AMANO
The Board of Directors has pleasure in presenting

the interim financial statements for Savor Limited

for the period ended 30 September 2021.

The interim financial statements presented are

signed for and on behalf of the Board of Directors

and were authorised for issue on 18 November 2021.

Paul Robinson

Chairman

Ryan Davis

Director

DIRECTORS REPORT

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SAVOR INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2021

DIRECTORS REPORT

NOTE
SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2021

UNAUDITED

$000’S

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2020

UNAUDITED

$000’S

YEAR ENDED

MARCH 2021

AUDITED

$000'S

Revenue17,155 4,876 16,134

Expenses:

Direct costs(5,151)(1,765)(5,286)

Employee costs(8,013)(1,024)(6,141)

Marketing costs(100)(142)(379)

Utilities and operational expenses(1,374)(532)(1,289)

Other expenses(1,007)(432)(1,200)

Warehousing and freight costs(17)--

Other income8617 --

2,110 981 1,839

Depreciation and amortisation(1,960)(1,004)(2,191)

Impairment of goodwill--(2,000)

Contingent consideration release- 1,234 1,033

Restructuring costs3(315) (226)(921)

Interest expense(588)(420)(850)

Loss before income tax(753)565 (3,090)

Taxation expense- - -

Net loss from continuing operations(753)565 (3,090)

Net loss from discontinued operations net of tax- (980)(3,496)

Loss attributable to the shareholders(753)(415)(6,586)

Other comprehensive income and expenses- - -

Total comprehensive loss(753)(415)(6,586)

Basic and diluted losses per share (cents)(1.2)0.0(4.6)

Basic and diluted losses from continuing operations per share (cents) (1.2)0.0 (2.2)

Weighted average number of shares outstanding (thousands of shares)

Basic and diluted 61,980 135,528 141,892

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF

COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

The accompanying notes form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these interim financial statements.

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INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

NOTE
SHARE

CAPITAL

$000'S

UNISSUED

CAPITAL

$000'S

ACCUMULATED

LOSSES

$000'S

SHARE-BASED

PAYMENTS

RESERVE

$000'S

TOTAL EQUITY

$000'S

Total equity at 1 April 202038,892 1,999 (28,094)64 12,861

Total comprehensive loss for the period - - (616) - (616)

Issue of new shares8,359 (1,999) - - 6,360

Total equity at 30 September 2020 (unaudited)47,251 - (28,710)64 18,605

Total equity at 1 April 2020 38,892 1,999 (28,094) 64 12,861

Total comprehensive loss for the period - - (6,586) 91 (6,495)

Issue of new shares8,359 (1,999) - - 6,360

Total equity at 31 March 2021 (audited)47,251 - (34,680)155 12,726

Total equity at 1 April 202147,251 - (34,680)155 12,726

Total comprehensive loss for the period - - (753)5 (748)

Issue of new shares46,886 - - - 6,886

Total equity at 30 September 2021 (unaudited)54,137 - (35,433)160 18,864

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF

MOVEMENTS IN EQUITY

FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

The accompanying notes form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these interim financial statements.

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INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The accompanying notes form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these interim financial statements.
NOTE

SEPT 2021

UNAUDITED

$000’S

SEPT 2020

UNAUDITED

$000’S

MARCH 2021

AUDITED

$000’S

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash2,696 3,685 3,402

Trade and other financial receivables508 2,054 435

Inventories734 1,525 460

Total current assets3,938 7,264 4,297

Non-current assets:

Trade and other financial receivables-306 -

Property, plant and equipment11,700 7,4 4 2 6,691

Intangible assets6 26,695 19,633 17,271

Right of use asset17,302 7,482 8,171

Total non-current assets55,697 34,863 32,133

Total assets59,635 42,127 36,430

LIABILITIES

Current liabilities:

Trade and other payables3,948 3,540 3,450

Lease liability2,887 1,480 1,607

Borrowings2,435 1,262 1,719

Deferred payables2 .12,850 --

Related party payables272 2,777 3,077

Total current liabilities12,392 9,059 9,853

Non-current liabilities:

Trade and other payables1,169 1,470 1,135

Related party payables--112

Lease liability15,460 6,829 7,302

Borrowings11,750 6,169 5,302

Total non-current liabilities28,379 14,468 13,851

Total liabilities40,771 23,527 23,704

EQUITY

Share capital4 54,137 47,251 47,251

Reserves(35,273)(28,651)(34,525)

Total equity 18,864 18,600 12,726

Total liabilities and equity59,635 42,127 36,430

CONSOLIDATED

BALANCE SHEET

AS AT 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

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INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

The accompanying notes form part of and are to be read in conjunction with these interim financial statements.
SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2021

UNAUDITED

$000’S

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2020

UNAUDITED

$000’S

YEAR ENDED

MARCH 2021

AUDITED

$000’S

CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Receipts from customers17,082 9,588 24,789

Payments to suppliers, employees and other(15,953)(9,731)(24,777)

Net cash used in operating activities1,129 (143)12

CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Purchase of property, plant and equipment, and intangible assets(1,161)(419)(924)

Payments for venue development costs(86)-(364)

Repayment of related party payable(1,974)(400)(531)

Sale of business--1,900

Purchase of businesses(7,975)- -

Net cash used in investing activities(11,196) (819)81

CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Interest paid(219)(207) (397)

Net borrowings drawn down6,021 - (411)

Lease liabilities payments(1,306)(516) (1,253)

Transaction costs from issue of shares(181)(103) (103)

Issue of shares5,046 6,070 6,070

Net cash from financing activities9,361 5,244 3,906

Net movement in cash held(706)4,282 3,999

Add: opening cash3,402 2,586 (597)

Closing cash2,696 6,868 3,402

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT

OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 SEPTEMBER 2021

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INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

1 BASIS OF PRESENTATION
Savor Limited (‘the Parent’ or ‘Company’) and its

subsidiaries (together ‘the Group’) operate in the

hospitality sector, operating a number of premium

restaurants and bars. The Group’s business is highly

seasonal with the October to March period representing

a disproportionate share of trading. The address of its

registered office is Level 4, 114 Quay Street, Auckland 1142.

The condensed consolidated interim financial statements

presented are those of Savor Limited and its subsidiaries

(the "Group"). Savor Limited is a company domiciled in

New Zealand, registered under the Companies Act 1993

and is a Financial Markets Conduct Act 2013 reporting

entity. The Company is a for-profit entity. The condensed

consolidated interim financial statements have been

prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted

Accounting Practice in New Zealand, which is the New

Zealand equivalent to International Financial Reporting

Standards (NZ IFRS). The interim financial statements are

presented in New Zealand dollars. They comply with NZ

IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting and should be read in

conjunction with the 31 March 2021 annual report available

on the Group website at www.savor.co.nz.

2 KEY ESTIMATES AND JUDGEMENTS

The Group has undertaken a number of key estimates and

judgements when preparing these financial statements,

the details of which are outlined in this note. These

judgements have been formed using historical information

and comparatives where available, and management's

best judgement where there is no appropriate comparison.

The Group continues to review all significant estimates

along with the assumptions used and recognises any

adjustments to these in the period in which a change

occurs. The key estimates and judgements are disclosed in

the Group's most recent annual report.

The accounting policies used to prepare these interim

financial statements are consistent with the preparation of

the Group's latest annual report.

2.1 BUSINESS COMBINATIONS

Amano, Ortolana, The Store

On 8 April 2021, the Group acquired the operations of

venues Amano, Ortolana and The Store, from Hipgroup

Limited. The total purchase price of $11 million consisted of

a $7.15 million upfront payment to the vendors, $1 million

of shares in Savor Limited, and a further $2.85 million to

be paid in April 2022. In order to fund the acquisition, the

Group took on additional borrowings of $7 million.

Distribution centre

On 30 June 2021, the Group acquired a distribution centre

operation from Hipgroup Limited, trading as Matua Road

Farms. The total purchase price of $195,000 included

payments for inventories on hand and was paid in cash.

The property, plant and equipment balances for this

operation were acquired as part of the Amano transaction.

The purchase price was funded from cash on hand.

Oji Sushi (Oji)

Oji Sushi was purchased on 5 July 2021 for total

consideration of $1.2 million, paid in cash. The Group

acquired the assets and liabilities of the business. Following

the acquisition, the Group opened Oji Sushi Britomart in

August 2021.

These transactions met the criteria of a business

combination under NZ IFRS 3 Business Combinations,

and the balances recognised on acquisition of each are

outlined below. Business acquisition costs of $95,000 were

expensed during the period.

NOTES TO THE INTERIM

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

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SAVOR INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2021

NOTES TO THE INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

AMANO, ORTOLANA,
THE STORE

$000’S

DISTRIBUTION CENTRE

$000’S

OJI SUSHI

$000’S

TOTAL

$000’S

Purchase price 11,000 195 1,200 12,395

Less: settlement adjustments (607) (49) 111 (545)

Net consideration 10,393 146 1,311 11,850

Net consideration made up of the following:

Cash paid6,543 121 1,311 7,975

Value of shares issued1,000 - - 1,000

Deferred consideration2,850 25 - 2,875

Total net consideration 10,393 146 1,311 11,850

Recognised assets acquired and liabilities assumed:

Assets:

Inventories143 154 7 304

Property, plant and equipment3,242 - 1,073 4,315

Right of use assets9,531 242 910 10,683

Liabilities:

Employee entitlements(626)(49)(14) (689)

Other liabilities(233)(11)(137) (381)

Borrowings - - (1,130) (1,130)

Lease liabilities(9,531)(242) (910) (10,683)

Total assets and liabilities2,526 94 (201)2,419

Goodwill recognised7, 8 6 7 52 1,512 9,431

Contribution to earnings (since acquisition date)

Revenue 7,398 398 244 8,040

Operating earnings (EBITDA) 1,429 (20) (28) 1,381

Extrapolated contribution to earnings (six month period)

Revenue 7,738 796 488 9,022

Operating earnings (EBITDA) 1,495 - - 1,495

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NOTES TO THE INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

3 RESTRUCTURING COSTS
SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2021

$000’S

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2020

$000’S

YEAR ENDED

MARCH 2021

$000’S

Acquisition costs95 5 (186)

Restructuring and

other costs

98 56 (40)

Loss on disposal of

fixed assets

36 -(331)

Concept development

expenses

87 165 (364)

316 226 (921)

4 SHARE CAPITAL

Equity raise

On 8 April 2021, the Group settled an underwritten

renounceable rights issue and as a result issued 34 million

shares raising a total $6 million in new funds to secure the

Group's future growth aspirations. The Savor vendors took

up their full rights, totalling $0.9 million, opting to offset

these against the related party payable due on 1 April

2021. In addition, the Group also issued $1 million of shares

at $0.22 initially held in escrow for the vendors of the

Hipgroup Limited acquisitions which was released during

July 2021.

On 28 May 2021, the Group issued 334,355 shares worth

a total of $68,543 as compensation for Directors fees and

short term employee incentives. The Board also authorised

the issue of a further 200,000 employee options at $0.21.

On 9 August 2021, the Group undertook a 3 for 1 share

consolidation, reducing the number of shares on issue to

62,016,767 shares.

5 SEGMENTAL INFORMATION

Segmental information is presented in respect of the

Group’s industry segments as all of the Group's operations

are in New Zealand.

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2021

$000’S

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2020

$000’S

YEAR ENDED

MARCH 2021

$000’S

Revenue

Hospitality 17,155 5,023 16,134

Corporate - - -

Total 17,155 5,023 16,134

EBITDA*

Hospitality 2,531 1,327 3,571

Corporate421 (346) (1,732)

Total 2,110 981 1,839

*EBITDA means earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation,

restructuring costs, impairment charges, and release of contingent

consideration as disclosed in the Statement of Comprehensive Income.

Depreciation and

amortisation

Hospitality (1,960) (1,004) (2,191)

Corporate - - -

Total (1,960) (1,004) (2,191)

Capital expenditure

Hospitality (1,161) (419) (923)

Corporate - - -

Total (1,161) (419) (923)

Non-current assets

Hospitality 55,697 32,513 32,133

Corporate - - -

Total 55,697 32,513 32,133

6 INTANGIBLE ASSET IMPAIRMENT

The Group performed its annual impairment testing of

goodwill at 31 March 2021, which included a number of

conservative assumptions for the impact of COVID-19. The

Group has performed above expectations for the period,

with the exception of August and September due to the

Alert Level 3 & 4 lockdowns. Management has reconsidered

the assumptions of the impairment tests in light of the

results for the six months and are satisfied that there is

no indication of an impairment that would require a more

comprehensive impairment assessment at this time.

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SAVOR INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2021

NOTES TO THE INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

7 RECONCILIATION OF NET EARNINGS TO NET CASH
FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2021

$000’S

SIX MONTHS

SEPT 2020

$000’S

YEAR ENDED

MARCH 2021

$000’S

Net profit/(loss) after tax(746)(415)(6,586)

Add back:

Interest paid588 207 786

Venue development costs expensed86 -364

Add/(Less) non-cash items:

Depreciation and amortisation 1,9601,2262,595

Impairment of goodwill--2,000

Non-cash interest on lease liability and deferred consideration-231 -

Supplier loan income recognised(151)93 (236)

(Gain)/loss on disposal property, plant and equipment36 124 454

Impairment of fixed assets-131 -

Share based payments5 -91

Reassessment of contingent consideration-(1,234)(1,033)

Movements in working capital:

Trade and other receivables(73)218 556

Inventories(139)768 550

Trade and other payables437(1,492)471

Net cash from operating activities1,129 (143)12

8 CONTINGENT ASSETS

At 31 March 2021, the Group noted contingent assets for

outstanding balances owed to the Group from bStudio

Limited and Moa Brewing Company Limited. These

were settled during the period, with the proceeds

recognised in 'Other Income' in the Statement of

Comprehensive Income.

9 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS

On 18 October 2021, the Group completed the on-market

purchase of 534,598 shares pursuant to the minimum

holdings notice issued in August 2021. Total consideration

paid for the acquired shares was $232,668.

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NOTES TO THE INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

BAR NON SOLO
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CORPORATE
DIRECTORY

DIRECTORS

Paul Robinson

Executive Chairman

Lucien Law

Executive Director & CEO

Ryan Davis

Independent Director

Appointed 8 April 2021

Louise Alexander

Independent Director

Appointed 8 April 2021

FINANCIAL CALENDAR

Interim results announced: November

End of financial year: 31 March

Annual results announced: May

Annual Report published: June

REGISTERED OFFICE

AND ADDRESS FOR

SERVICE

Level 4, Seafarers Building, 114 Quay

Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

contact@savor.co.nz

AUDITOR

EY

BANKER

Kiwibank

SOLICITORS

Chapman Tripp

COMPANY

PUBLICATIONS

The Company informs investors

of the Company’s business and

operations by issuing an Annual

Report and regular trading updates.

SHARE REGISTER

AND SHAREHOLDER

ENQUIRIES

Shareholders with enquiries about

transactions or changes of address

should contact the share register:

Link Market Services Limited

Level 30, PwC Tower, 15 Customs

Street West, Auckland, PO Box 91976,

Auckland 1142

Phone: +64 9 375 5998

Fax: +64 9 375 5990

Other questions should be directed

to the Company’s Secretary at the

registered address.

STOCK EXCHANGE

The Company’s shares trade on the

NZX main board equity security

market operated by NZX under the

code SVR.

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CORPORATE DIRECTORY

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Results Announcement
(for Equity Security issuer)




Results for announcement to the market

Name of issuer Savor Limited

Reporting Period 6 months to 30 September 2021

Previous Reporting Period 6 months to 30 September 2020

Currency NZD

Amount (000s) Percentage change

Revenue from continuing

operations

17,155 NA

Total Revenue 17,155 NA

Net profit/(loss) from continuing

operations

(753) N/A

Total net profit/(loss) (753) NA

Interim Dividend

Amount per Quoted Equity Security Not Applicable

Imputed amount per Quoted Equity

Security

Not Applicable

Record Date Not Applicable

Dividend Payment Date Not Applicable


Current period Prior comparable period

Net tangible assets per Quoted

Equity Security

$(0.13) $(0.03)

A brief explanation of any of the

figures above necessary to enable

the figures to be understood

The current period results reflect the significant changes to the business due to

the acquisition and divestment of businesses over the past 12 months. This

therefore reduces the comparability to prior periods.

Authority for this announcement

Name of person authorised to make

this announcement

Tim Peat

Contact person for this

announcement

Tim Peat

Contact phone number +64 21 049 7442

Contact email address

tim@savor.co.nz

Date of release through MAP 18/11/2021


Unaudited financial statements accompany this announcement.

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