This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metal distributor. It discusses the company's preliminary results for fiscal year 2008, which showed increased revenues and EBITDA compared to 2007. The document also presents three potential scenarios for the company's performance in 2009 based on different assumed declines in volume and gross margin. Finally, it reviews the company's financial position and flexibility as well as its strategy and targets.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation March 2009Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview and financial results for Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metal distributor. It discusses Klöckner & Co's preliminary results for fiscal year 2008, which showed revenues increased 6% to €6.7 billion and EBITDA increased approximately 60% to €595 million. It also provides an update on the steel market, outlines Klöckner & Co's strategy and cost-cutting measures, and presents potential scenarios for fiscal year 2009 given economic uncertainties.
Klöckner & Co - Dresdner Kleinwort - German Investment Seminar 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with over 260 locations in Europe and North America. In the first 9 months of 2008, sales increased 12% to €5.355 billion due to acquisitions and higher prices, while EBITDA more than doubled to €735 million from windfall profits. However, steel prices and demand have sharply declined, forcing production cuts. Klöckner has implemented cost reduction measures and aims to reduce working capital and debt. The company has ample credit facilities and no debt maturing before 2010.
Klöckner & Co - Berenberg and Goldman Sachs, German Corporate Conference, Sep...Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Marcus A. Ketter's presentation at the Berenberg and Goldman Sachs German Corporate Conference in Munich on September 25, 2013. It provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlights from its financial results for Q2 and H1 2013, an update on its restructuring strategy called KCO 6.0, and an outlook for the rest of the year. Key points include improved EBITDA margins despite a decline in sales, progress made in closing sites and reducing employees as part of KCO 6.0, and an expectation of meeting its full-year EBITDA target.
Klöckner & Co - Q3 2013 Results, Press Telephone Conference, November 6, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
- Gisbert Rühl, CEO of Klöckner & Co SE, presented Q3 2013 results and outlook. Key points include:
- Q3 EBITDA of €39M met guidance despite weak European markets, due to cost cutting measures.
- Restructuring program KCO 6.0 is far advanced, with 61 of 71 sites closed and over 2,000 job cuts realized.
- Additional optimization measures called KCO WIN are expected to contribute €20M to EBITDA in 2014 and €30M from 2015 onward.
- Full year EBITDA target of €140M and positive free cash flow are confirmed. The outlook remains cautious due to
Klöckner & Co - 14th German Investment Seminar 2012Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor, for an investment seminar. It summarizes Klöckner's financial performance in Q3 2011, with sales volumes and EBITDA increasing year-over-year. It also discusses the company's exposure to different markets and products, balance sheet as of September 2011, and an outlook expecting lower Q4 2011 earnings due to seasonal factors but confirming full year 2011 guidance.
Klöckner & Co - German Corporate Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
This document summarizes a presentation by Klöckner & Co SE CEO Gisbert Rühl at a German Corporate Conference in Frankfurt on January 18, 2012.
In the first part, it provides an overview of Klöckner & Co as the largest producer-independent steel and metal distributor with 290 locations globally. It discusses the company's business model, markets, products, and key 2010 figures.
The second part reviews Klöckner & Co's financial performance in Q3 2011, showing increases in sales, volumes, gross profit and EBITDA compared to Q3 2010. It also discusses the company's balance sheet, cash flows, and segment performance.
The third part provides
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Macquarie/Danske Bank, September 5-6, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
The document is a presentation by Marcus A. Ketter, CFO of Klöckner & Co SE, for a roadshow in Helsinki and Copenhagen on September 5-6, 2013. It provides an overview of Klöckner & Co as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlights from the first half of 2013 including progress on their restructuring program, and an outlook for the rest of the year.
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's restructuring program called KCO 6.0. The program aims to reduce costs by €190M annually and employees by over 2,000 through closing approximately 70 sites. So far the program has reduced employees by 1,365 and closed 24 sites. The restructuring is showing success in improving gross margins and reducing costs, though sales volumes remain challenging. The program is expected to have a total annual EBITDA impact of around €160M once fully implemented.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation March 2009Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview and financial results for Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metal distributor. It discusses Klöckner & Co's preliminary results for fiscal year 2008, which showed revenues increased 6% to €6.7 billion and EBITDA increased approximately 60% to €595 million. It also provides an update on the steel market, outlines Klöckner & Co's strategy and cost-cutting measures, and presents potential scenarios for fiscal year 2009 given economic uncertainties.
Klöckner & Co - Dresdner Kleinwort - German Investment Seminar 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with over 260 locations in Europe and North America. In the first 9 months of 2008, sales increased 12% to €5.355 billion due to acquisitions and higher prices, while EBITDA more than doubled to €735 million from windfall profits. However, steel prices and demand have sharply declined, forcing production cuts. Klöckner has implemented cost reduction measures and aims to reduce working capital and debt. The company has ample credit facilities and no debt maturing before 2010.
Klöckner & Co - Berenberg and Goldman Sachs, German Corporate Conference, Sep...Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Marcus A. Ketter's presentation at the Berenberg and Goldman Sachs German Corporate Conference in Munich on September 25, 2013. It provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlights from its financial results for Q2 and H1 2013, an update on its restructuring strategy called KCO 6.0, and an outlook for the rest of the year. Key points include improved EBITDA margins despite a decline in sales, progress made in closing sites and reducing employees as part of KCO 6.0, and an expectation of meeting its full-year EBITDA target.
Klöckner & Co - Q3 2013 Results, Press Telephone Conference, November 6, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
- Gisbert Rühl, CEO of Klöckner & Co SE, presented Q3 2013 results and outlook. Key points include:
- Q3 EBITDA of €39M met guidance despite weak European markets, due to cost cutting measures.
- Restructuring program KCO 6.0 is far advanced, with 61 of 71 sites closed and over 2,000 job cuts realized.
- Additional optimization measures called KCO WIN are expected to contribute €20M to EBITDA in 2014 and €30M from 2015 onward.
- Full year EBITDA target of €140M and positive free cash flow are confirmed. The outlook remains cautious due to
Klöckner & Co - 14th German Investment Seminar 2012Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor, for an investment seminar. It summarizes Klöckner's financial performance in Q3 2011, with sales volumes and EBITDA increasing year-over-year. It also discusses the company's exposure to different markets and products, balance sheet as of September 2011, and an outlook expecting lower Q4 2011 earnings due to seasonal factors but confirming full year 2011 guidance.
Klöckner & Co - German Corporate Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
This document summarizes a presentation by Klöckner & Co SE CEO Gisbert Rühl at a German Corporate Conference in Frankfurt on January 18, 2012.
In the first part, it provides an overview of Klöckner & Co as the largest producer-independent steel and metal distributor with 290 locations globally. It discusses the company's business model, markets, products, and key 2010 figures.
The second part reviews Klöckner & Co's financial performance in Q3 2011, showing increases in sales, volumes, gross profit and EBITDA compared to Q3 2010. It also discusses the company's balance sheet, cash flows, and segment performance.
The third part provides
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Macquarie/Danske Bank, September 5-6, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
The document is a presentation by Marcus A. Ketter, CFO of Klöckner & Co SE, for a roadshow in Helsinki and Copenhagen on September 5-6, 2013. It provides an overview of Klöckner & Co as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlights from the first half of 2013 including progress on their restructuring program, and an outlook for the rest of the year.
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's restructuring program called KCO 6.0. The program aims to reduce costs by €190M annually and employees by over 2,000 through closing approximately 70 sites. So far the program has reduced employees by 1,365 and closed 24 sites. The restructuring is showing success in improving gross margins and reducing costs, though sales volumes remain challenging. The program is expected to have a total annual EBITDA impact of around €160M once fully implemented.
Klöckner & Co - Baader Bank AG, Baader Investment Conference, September 24, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Christian Pokropp, Head of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications at Klöckner & Co SE, presented an overview of the company and its financial results for Q2 and H1 2013. Key highlights include:
- Klöckner & Co saw turnover decline 9.3% in Q2 and 10.3% in H1 due to weaker European markets and its restructuring program, though gross margins improved.
- EBITDA was €43m for Q2 and €72m for H1, meeting guidance due to cost cuts from its restructuring program KCO 6.0.
- The company has closed 60 of 70 targeted sites and reduced employees by 1,800 as part of its
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with 260 locations in Europe and North America. In Q1 2009, the company saw a 34% decline in sales and a 220% decline in EBITDA due to falling prices and volumes. However, aggressive cost cutting measures helped reduce net debt significantly to €322 million. While the outlook for Q2 is an improvement over Q1, the market remains weak with low volume levels. Klöckner & Co is well positioned with a strong balance sheet and €1.5 billion in credit to take advantage of opportunities arising during the economic downturn.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 8, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
This document summarizes a presentation by Klöckner & Co SE CEO Gisbert Rühl given on August 8, 2013. It discusses Klöckner & Co's financial results for the second quarter of 2013, including a 9.3% year-over-year decline in turnover due to weak steel markets and restructuring measures. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in the prior year, due to cost cuts of €24 million. The presentation also provides an update on Klöckner & Co's restructuring program KCO 6.0, which has reduced headcount by over 1,800 and closed 60 of 70 targeted sites.
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Largest independent multi metal distributor
- Leading independent distributor of steel and metal products
- Broad product portfolio including steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals
- Strong market positions in Europe and North America
- Over 160 service
Klöckner & Co SE reported Q2 2013 results, with sales down 13.5% year-over-year due to declining steel markets and restructuring efforts. EBITDA improved to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012, driven by cost reductions of €24 million from the restructuring program despite lower sales. Management expects operating EBITDA of €30-40 million for Q3 2013 and maintains the full-year target of €140 million despite a weaker first half, as restructuring efforts take effect.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 13, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE provided a roadshow presentation to HSBC in Paris on August 13, 2013. The presentation included:
- Market conditions remain challenging in Europe and sales declined 9.3% in Q2 2013 due to closures and divestments.
- Restructuring measures have reduced headcount by 1,800 and closed 60 of 70 targeted sites. This contributed €17M to Q2 EBITDA.
- For full year 2013, Klöckner aims to achieve the same operating EBITDA of €140M as 2012, despite weaker first half results, through continued restructuring savings.
Klöckner & Co - Capital Goods & Steel ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview and financial review of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor. Some key points:
1) Klöckner & Co has a network of over 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America, over 10,000 employees, and sales of over €7 billion expected for 2008.
2) The company pursues a strategy of profitable growth through acquisitions and business optimization programs. Acquisitions in 2007 and 2008 are expected to contribute over €150 million in EBITDA in 2008.
3) Financial results for Q2/H1 2008 set new records, with sales up 16.5% and EBITDA up 65% from
Klöckner & Co SE reported Q2 2011 results, with challenging market conditions negatively impacting performance. EBITDA was €62m, a 38.3% decrease from Q2 2010 due to unexpectedly strong price pressure in all markets. Sales volumes increased 21.8% to 1.448 million tons due to acquisitions, but grew less than typical seasonally. Integration of recent acquisitions Macsteel and Frefer is progressing, with synergies higher than initially expected. A capital increase provided €517m in net proceeds to support Klöckner's strategy.
Klöckner & Co - Global Resources Conference 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co reported weak financial results in 2009 due to the economic downturn but took actions to reduce costs and debt. It completed two waves of restructuring and is now focused on organic growth and acquisitions to drive growth. Klöckner acquired the Becker Stahl-Service Group and Bläsi AG in 2010 to strengthen its position in steel and technical products distribution in Europe. The company has a strong financial position with over €600 million in equity to pursue its acquisition strategy and grow organically through initiatives like improving its product portfolio and pricing.
Klöckner & Co - Global Steel and Mining Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor that saw turnover increase 5.7% year-over-year in Q2 2012 driven by acquisitions and organic growth in the US. EBITDA of €50 million met guidance despite a worsening market environment in Europe. The company has significantly expanded the scope of its restructuring measures, including closing 11 sites in Spain and withdrawing from its EEC business, with initial measures almost concluded.
Klöckner & Co SE held an analysts' and investors' conference call to discuss its financial results for Q2 and H1 2010. The company reported strong year-over-year growth in sales, volumes, gross profit, and EBITDA due to economic recovery, price increases, cost cutting measures, and acquisitions. Klöckner also highlighted improvements to its balance sheet, including an extended debt maturity profile and increased available credit facilities, providing financial flexibility to pursue growth opportunities.
Klöckner & Co - Capital Goods & Steel Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's financial results for the second quarter of 2012. Key points include:
- Sales increased 4.2% year-over-year but EBITDA decreased due to €17 million in restructuring expenses.
- The company expanded restructuring measures in response to weak steel demand and overcapacity in Europe.
- Net income was negatively impacted by impairments and restructuring costs, though adjusted net income was slightly positive.
- Net working capital and net debt levels remained stable sequentially.
Klöckner & Co - Credit Suisse Global Steel and Mining Conference, September 1...Klöckner & Co SE
The CEO of Klöckner & Co SE presented at the Credit Suisse Global Steel and Mining Conference in London on September 19, 2013. The presentation summarized that while steel markets declined, especially in Europe, Klöckner improved its EBITDA margin through extensive restructuring measures. Over 1,800 of 2,000 targeted job cuts and the closure of 60 out of 70 sites were completed. The restructuring contributed €17 million to EBITDA in Q2 2013 and €29 million in the first half of the year. For full year 2013, Klöckner aims to reach the prior year's operating EBITDA level of €140 million despite a weaker first half, through continued restructuring.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Best of Germany Conference, September 17, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
- Klöckner & Co's Q2 2013 financial results showed declines in turnover, sales, and gross profit compared to Q2 2012 due to weak steel markets and ongoing restructuring efforts. The EBITDA of €43m met guidance due to cost reductions from restructuring measures.
- Turnover decreased 9.3% to €1,698m and sales decreased 13.5% to €1,690m as a result of market declines, site closures, and exiting low-margin business. However, the gross margin improved.
- Restructuring measures have significantly reduced costs and are on track to achieve the targeted annual EBITDA impact of around €160m, with €17m
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 9, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor that held a presentation for Credit Suisse in London on August 9, 2013. CEO Gisbert Rühl discussed the company's financial results for Q2 2013, including a 9.3% decline in turnover due to weak steel markets and restructuring measures. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012 due to cost cuts of €24 million from the KCO 6.0 restructuring program. The presentation also provided an update on the company's restructuring progress and strategy going forward.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation October 2008Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE reported record results for Q2 and H1 2008. The company expects sales to exceed €7 billion for full year 2008 with EBITDA over €500 million. Klöckner & Co is a leading steel and metals distributor in Europe and North America, with over 260 locations and more than 10,000 employees. The company aims to grow profitably through value-added distribution and services, and expansion including acquisitions of companies like Temtco in the US in 2008.
- Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor based in Germany that presented at the German Corporate Forum in London on October 1, 2012.
- In Q2 2012, sales increased 4.2% year-over-year but EBITDA declined due to restructuring expenses of €17 million mainly related to structural changes in Spain.
- The company expanded restructuring measures significantly in response to a 25% decline in steel demand from peak levels and overcapacity in distribution. Measures aimed to adapt the business and position it for potential recovery.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation March 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co presented its roadshow for investors in March 2010. The presentation provided an overview of the company as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlighted its financial results for 2009 including a steep decline in sales and EBITDA due to the economic crisis, and outlined its plans to resume growth both organically and through acquisitions. Key points included recovering gross margins and cost reductions in 2009, as well as two acquisitions completed in early 2010 to strengthen positions in Germany and Switzerland.
Klöckner & Co - Commerzbank Sector Conference Week, August 30, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's financial results for the second quarter of 2013. Key points include: Sales were down 13.5% year-over-year due to declining steel markets and price levels, while turnover declined 9.3% due to restructuring measures. Gross profit margin improved to 18% despite lower sales. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012, due to cost cuts of €24 million from restructuring. The company expects operating EBITDA of €30-40 million for Q3 2013 and has targeted full-year operating EBITDA at the prior year level of €140 million.
Klöckner & Co - Steel & Capital Goods Conference 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metal distributor that provides concise summaries of its financial performance and outlook. This summary covers Klöckner's results for Q2 2010, which showed strong growth in sales and volumes driven by economic recovery, price increases, and acquisitions. EBITDA more than quadrupled compared to Q1 2010. For the full year, Klöckner expects over 25% sales growth and EBITDA over €200 million,
Klöckner & Co SE reported financial results for Q1 2010, with sales up 10.5% to €1,095m driven by a 9.8% increase in volumes. EBITDA improved to €29m compared to -€132m in Q1 2009. The company saw a sequential improvement in volumes and EBITDA during the quarter. Klöckner & Co revised its full year sales growth guidance upwards to over 25% due to better than expected demand. The company remains well positioned for future acquisitions with over €500m available to drive further industry consolidation.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Global Basic Materials Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metals distributor. It discusses the company's Q1 2009 results, which showed a significant year-over-year decline in sales and profitability due to the economic downturn. However, the company has taken actions to improve its financial position through cost reductions, working capital management, and refinancing its debt. While the near-term outlook remains challenging, the company believes its business model is well-positioned for an eventual market recovery.
Klöckner & Co - Baader Bank AG, Baader Investment Conference, September 24, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Christian Pokropp, Head of Investor Relations & Corporate Communications at Klöckner & Co SE, presented an overview of the company and its financial results for Q2 and H1 2013. Key highlights include:
- Klöckner & Co saw turnover decline 9.3% in Q2 and 10.3% in H1 due to weaker European markets and its restructuring program, though gross margins improved.
- EBITDA was €43m for Q2 and €72m for H1, meeting guidance due to cost cuts from its restructuring program KCO 6.0.
- The company has closed 60 of 70 targeted sites and reduced employees by 1,800 as part of its
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with 260 locations in Europe and North America. In Q1 2009, the company saw a 34% decline in sales and a 220% decline in EBITDA due to falling prices and volumes. However, aggressive cost cutting measures helped reduce net debt significantly to €322 million. While the outlook for Q2 is an improvement over Q1, the market remains weak with low volume levels. Klöckner & Co is well positioned with a strong balance sheet and €1.5 billion in credit to take advantage of opportunities arising during the economic downturn.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 8, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
This document summarizes a presentation by Klöckner & Co SE CEO Gisbert Rühl given on August 8, 2013. It discusses Klöckner & Co's financial results for the second quarter of 2013, including a 9.3% year-over-year decline in turnover due to weak steel markets and restructuring measures. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in the prior year, due to cost cuts of €24 million. The presentation also provides an update on Klöckner & Co's restructuring program KCO 6.0, which has reduced headcount by over 1,800 and closed 60 of 70 targeted sites.
+49 203 307 2123
Fax: +49 203 307 2040
E-mail: christina.kiessling@kloeckner.com
E-mail: jenny.hilgers@kloeckner.com
Klöckner & Co SE
Am Silberpalais 1
47057 Duisburg
Germany
www.kloeckner.com
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Largest independent multi metal distributor
- Leading independent distributor of steel and metal products
- Broad product portfolio including steel, stainless steel, aluminum and other metals
- Strong market positions in Europe and North America
- Over 160 service
Klöckner & Co SE reported Q2 2013 results, with sales down 13.5% year-over-year due to declining steel markets and restructuring efforts. EBITDA improved to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012, driven by cost reductions of €24 million from the restructuring program despite lower sales. Management expects operating EBITDA of €30-40 million for Q3 2013 and maintains the full-year target of €140 million despite a weaker first half, as restructuring efforts take effect.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 13, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE provided a roadshow presentation to HSBC in Paris on August 13, 2013. The presentation included:
- Market conditions remain challenging in Europe and sales declined 9.3% in Q2 2013 due to closures and divestments.
- Restructuring measures have reduced headcount by 1,800 and closed 60 of 70 targeted sites. This contributed €17M to Q2 EBITDA.
- For full year 2013, Klöckner aims to achieve the same operating EBITDA of €140M as 2012, despite weaker first half results, through continued restructuring savings.
Klöckner & Co - Capital Goods & Steel ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview and financial review of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor. Some key points:
1) Klöckner & Co has a network of over 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America, over 10,000 employees, and sales of over €7 billion expected for 2008.
2) The company pursues a strategy of profitable growth through acquisitions and business optimization programs. Acquisitions in 2007 and 2008 are expected to contribute over €150 million in EBITDA in 2008.
3) Financial results for Q2/H1 2008 set new records, with sales up 16.5% and EBITDA up 65% from
Klöckner & Co SE reported Q2 2011 results, with challenging market conditions negatively impacting performance. EBITDA was €62m, a 38.3% decrease from Q2 2010 due to unexpectedly strong price pressure in all markets. Sales volumes increased 21.8% to 1.448 million tons due to acquisitions, but grew less than typical seasonally. Integration of recent acquisitions Macsteel and Frefer is progressing, with synergies higher than initially expected. A capital increase provided €517m in net proceeds to support Klöckner's strategy.
Klöckner & Co - Global Resources Conference 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co reported weak financial results in 2009 due to the economic downturn but took actions to reduce costs and debt. It completed two waves of restructuring and is now focused on organic growth and acquisitions to drive growth. Klöckner acquired the Becker Stahl-Service Group and Bläsi AG in 2010 to strengthen its position in steel and technical products distribution in Europe. The company has a strong financial position with over €600 million in equity to pursue its acquisition strategy and grow organically through initiatives like improving its product portfolio and pricing.
Klöckner & Co - Global Steel and Mining Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor that saw turnover increase 5.7% year-over-year in Q2 2012 driven by acquisitions and organic growth in the US. EBITDA of €50 million met guidance despite a worsening market environment in Europe. The company has significantly expanded the scope of its restructuring measures, including closing 11 sites in Spain and withdrawing from its EEC business, with initial measures almost concluded.
Klöckner & Co SE held an analysts' and investors' conference call to discuss its financial results for Q2 and H1 2010. The company reported strong year-over-year growth in sales, volumes, gross profit, and EBITDA due to economic recovery, price increases, cost cutting measures, and acquisitions. Klöckner also highlighted improvements to its balance sheet, including an extended debt maturity profile and increased available credit facilities, providing financial flexibility to pursue growth opportunities.
Klöckner & Co - Capital Goods & Steel Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's financial results for the second quarter of 2012. Key points include:
- Sales increased 4.2% year-over-year but EBITDA decreased due to €17 million in restructuring expenses.
- The company expanded restructuring measures in response to weak steel demand and overcapacity in Europe.
- Net income was negatively impacted by impairments and restructuring costs, though adjusted net income was slightly positive.
- Net working capital and net debt levels remained stable sequentially.
Klöckner & Co - Credit Suisse Global Steel and Mining Conference, September 1...Klöckner & Co SE
The CEO of Klöckner & Co SE presented at the Credit Suisse Global Steel and Mining Conference in London on September 19, 2013. The presentation summarized that while steel markets declined, especially in Europe, Klöckner improved its EBITDA margin through extensive restructuring measures. Over 1,800 of 2,000 targeted job cuts and the closure of 60 out of 70 sites were completed. The restructuring contributed €17 million to EBITDA in Q2 2013 and €29 million in the first half of the year. For full year 2013, Klöckner aims to reach the prior year's operating EBITDA level of €140 million despite a weaker first half, through continued restructuring.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Best of Germany Conference, September 17, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
- Klöckner & Co's Q2 2013 financial results showed declines in turnover, sales, and gross profit compared to Q2 2012 due to weak steel markets and ongoing restructuring efforts. The EBITDA of €43m met guidance due to cost reductions from restructuring measures.
- Turnover decreased 9.3% to €1,698m and sales decreased 13.5% to €1,690m as a result of market declines, site closures, and exiting low-margin business. However, the gross margin improved.
- Restructuring measures have significantly reduced costs and are on track to achieve the targeted annual EBITDA impact of around €160m, with €17m
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 9, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor that held a presentation for Credit Suisse in London on August 9, 2013. CEO Gisbert Rühl discussed the company's financial results for Q2 2013, including a 9.3% decline in turnover due to weak steel markets and restructuring measures. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012 due to cost cuts of €24 million from the KCO 6.0 restructuring program. The presentation also provided an update on the company's restructuring progress and strategy going forward.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation October 2008Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE reported record results for Q2 and H1 2008. The company expects sales to exceed €7 billion for full year 2008 with EBITDA over €500 million. Klöckner & Co is a leading steel and metals distributor in Europe and North America, with over 260 locations and more than 10,000 employees. The company aims to grow profitably through value-added distribution and services, and expansion including acquisitions of companies like Temtco in the US in 2008.
- Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor based in Germany that presented at the German Corporate Forum in London on October 1, 2012.
- In Q2 2012, sales increased 4.2% year-over-year but EBITDA declined due to restructuring expenses of €17 million mainly related to structural changes in Spain.
- The company expanded restructuring measures significantly in response to a 25% decline in steel demand from peak levels and overcapacity in distribution. Measures aimed to adapt the business and position it for potential recovery.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation March 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co presented its roadshow for investors in March 2010. The presentation provided an overview of the company as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlighted its financial results for 2009 including a steep decline in sales and EBITDA due to the economic crisis, and outlined its plans to resume growth both organically and through acquisitions. Key points included recovering gross margins and cost reductions in 2009, as well as two acquisitions completed in early 2010 to strengthen positions in Germany and Switzerland.
Klöckner & Co - Commerzbank Sector Conference Week, August 30, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
The document summarizes Klöckner & Co SE's financial results for the second quarter of 2013. Key points include: Sales were down 13.5% year-over-year due to declining steel markets and price levels, while turnover declined 9.3% due to restructuring measures. Gross profit margin improved to 18% despite lower sales. EBITDA increased to €43 million compared to €33 million in Q2 2012, due to cost cuts of €24 million from restructuring. The company expects operating EBITDA of €30-40 million for Q3 2013 and has targeted full-year operating EBITDA at the prior year level of €140 million.
Klöckner & Co - Steel & Capital Goods Conference 2010Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metal distributor that provides concise summaries of its financial performance and outlook. This summary covers Klöckner's results for Q2 2010, which showed strong growth in sales and volumes driven by economic recovery, price increases, and acquisitions. EBITDA more than quadrupled compared to Q1 2010. For the full year, Klöckner expects over 25% sales growth and EBITDA over €200 million,
Klöckner & Co SE reported financial results for Q1 2010, with sales up 10.5% to €1,095m driven by a 9.8% increase in volumes. EBITDA improved to €29m compared to -€132m in Q1 2009. The company saw a sequential improvement in volumes and EBITDA during the quarter. Klöckner & Co revised its full year sales growth guidance upwards to over 25% due to better than expected demand. The company remains well positioned for future acquisitions with over €500m available to drive further industry consolidation.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Global Basic Materials Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metals distributor. It discusses the company's Q1 2009 results, which showed a significant year-over-year decline in sales and profitability due to the economic downturn. However, the company has taken actions to improve its financial position through cost reductions, working capital management, and refinancing its debt. While the near-term outlook remains challenging, the company believes its business model is well-positioned for an eventual market recovery.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation May 10, 2013Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE held a roadshow presentation in London on May 10, 2013. The presentation was led by CEO Gisbert Rühl and provided highlights and an update on Klöckner & Co's strategy, financial results for Q1 2013, and outlook. Key points included that the restructuring has significantly improved Klöckner & Co's margins and cost structure, but volumes are still lagging. The presentation also reviewed the company's strong balance sheet and progress achieving its restructuring targets.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Global Basic Materials ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co AG is a leading multi-metal distributor with over 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America. In Q1 2008, the company saw sales increase 7.1% to €1.66 billion and EBITDA rise 18.3% to €109 million due to strong steel price increases and acquisitions. Klöckner plans further profitable growth through additional acquisitions, expansion into new markets, increasing higher-margin products and services, and optimization programs to improve purchasing and distribution.
Klöckner & Co SE reported results for Q2 and H1 2009. Volumes stabilized in Q2 but remained down significantly year-over-year. EBITDA improved from Q1 but remained negative. Cost cutting measures have been implemented and have already realized half the targeted cost reductions for 2009. The balance sheet remains strong and financing facilities provide liquidity for acquisitions if opportunities arise. Market conditions are expected to continue stabilizing in H2, but full recovery of H1 losses is not expected.
The document is a presentation from Klöckner & Co SE CEO/CFO Gisbert Rühl given at the WestLB-Deutschland Conference 2009. It discusses Klöckner & Co as a leading multi-metal distributor with a network of 250 locations in Europe and North America. It provides an overview of the company's financial results in Q3 2009, cost cutting measures during the crisis, net debt reduction, and plans for future growth through acquisitions such as the potential acquisition of Becker Stahl-Service Group.
- Klöckner & Co reported financial results for Q1 2013 that were impacted by macroeconomic uncertainty, price declines, and severe weather in Europe. Turnover increased 3.8% quarter-over-quarter but decreased 11.4% year-over-year.
- EBITDA came in at the low end of guidance at €29 million, benefiting from cost reductions of €16 million from the restructuring program but hampered by declining sales volumes and prices.
- The restructuring program is nearly complete, having reduced headcount by 1,600 and closed 50 of 60 targeted sites. The program has significantly improved Klöckner & Co's margins and cost base.
This document provides an overview and financial highlights of Klöckner & Co AG, a leading multi-metal distributor. It discusses the company's market position, current market developments, growth initiatives, and financial outlook. Key points include that Klöckner has a network of over 260 locations in Europe and North America, experienced profitable growth in Q1 2008, and expects the strong steel market to continue through Q3. The company is pursuing further growth through acquisitions, business optimization programs, and expanding into new markets.
KDI is a leading multi-metal distributor in France. It faces uncertainties such as raw material price fluctuations and economic conditions. KDI aims to maintain its leading position through its 2020 strategy of adapting its sales channels, products, and market share approach. Recent initiatives such as creating flat product specialists and entering photovoltaic distribution have contributed to growth above market levels. Key upcoming challenges include achieving profitable growth in a low growth market environment and maintaining skills in an aging workforce.
Klöckner & Co - International Product Management and advantages of central so...Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co has established an International Product Management (IPM) organization to centralize sourcing while maintaining local flexibility. IPM coordinates procurement across regions through a matrix structure. It standardizes processes using a unified SAP ERP system. IPM's key tasks include strategic sourcing, sales, product development, and stock management. It bundles volumes to negotiate globally with suppliers while allowing local responsiveness. Centralized functions like Klöckner Global Sourcing source from lower-cost countries. International Key Account Management provides integrated solutions to multinational customers. IPM aims to balance advantages of centralization with benefits of local market knowledge.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation January 2011Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is revising its strategy to focus on four key areas: external growth, organic growth, business optimization, and personnel/management development. The company aims to double sales by 2015 and quadruple sales by 2020 through acquisitions in emerging markets like Brazil and China as well as developed markets in Europe and North America. Klöckner & Co SE will also pursue organic growth initiatives to gain customers and market share. Additionally, the company will optimize purchasing, inventory management, and its distribution network. Finally, Klöckner & Co SE will enhance personnel and management development programs.
Klöckner & Co - Capital Goods & Steel Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co reported improved Q2 2009 results compared to Q1 2009 as volumes stabilized and EBITDA losses narrowed significantly. While sales and profits remain well below prior year levels due to the economic crisis, cost cutting measures have been successful in reducing expenses. Management expects market conditions to continue gradually improving and remains focused on organic growth and strategic acquisitions to strengthen its position as markets recover.
Klöckner & Co - German Industrials Conference 2008Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with over 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America. The document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co, including its market update, strategy update, Q3 financial review, and targets and outlook. Key points include:
- Klöckner & Co confirmed a record result for 2008 but provided a weak outlook for 2009 due to the economic environment.
- The company has implemented an immediate action program in response, including cost cutting measures expected to reduce operating expenses by €20 million in 2009.
- Financially, Klöckner & Co reported strong results for Q3 and 9M 2008, with E
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE from their German Corporate Conference presentation on January 18, 2010 in Frankfurt. The summary includes:
1) Klöckner & Co is a leading multi-metal distributor in Europe and North America with around 250 distribution locations.
2) During the financial crisis, Klöckner & Co effectively managed costs through reducing over 1,500 jobs and annual fixed costs by €50-60 million. They also reduced working capital and converted net debt to a net cash position.
3) Klöckner & Co is now focused on growth through acquisitions, with plans to acquire Becker Stahl-Service Group, the largest single
1. Klöckner & Co reported financial results for the first nine months of 2014, with shipments up slightly and earnings per share of €0.27 compared to a loss of €0.31 in the prior year period.
2. Net working capital decreased from December 2013 and net debt to EBITDA was 2.8x, improved from 3.2x in the prior year.
3. For the full year 2014, Klöckner & Co expects shipments and profitability to increase compared to 2013, supported by ongoing restructuring efforts and an improved economic environment.
- Sales up 2.0% to €6.5 billion
- Gross profit margin further improved from 18.6% to 19.4% through stronger focus on higher-margin business
- Major improvement in operating income (EBITDA) from €124 million to €191 million and in net income from loss of €90 million to profit of €22 million
- Net income allows return to dividend distributions, with dividend of €0.20* per share
- kloeckner.i launched as dedicated Group Center of Competence for Digitalization in Berlin
- Further increase in EBITDA** expected for 2015 despite difficult start to year
Figures relate to fiscal year 2014 relative to prior year.
*Proposal to the May 12, 2015 Annual General Meeting.
**Outlook does not include any effects of further restructuring measures in France.
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For a german version of the full year results 2014 please visit:
http://www.kloeckner.com/de/index.php
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor in Spain operating under the brand name Comercial de Laminados (CdL). CdL has 38 warehouses across Spain and a market share of over 20% in certain product categories. The presentation discusses CdL's history, locations, market position, growth initiatives, sector outlook, and key challenges. It notes CdL's strategy to reduce dependence on construction and balance its portfolio across other industries like automotive and machinery.
Klöckner & Co reported strong full year 2008 results despite challenges in Q4. Revenues increased 7.6% to €6.7 billion and EBITDA rose 62% to €600 million. Net debt was reduced significantly. However, market conditions deteriorated rapidly in late 2008. Steel prices and demand fell sharply in Europe and the US as inventory levels rose. Klöckner implemented cost cutting measures and updated its STAR program to address the downturn. Three scenarios for a difficult 2009 were presented, with ongoing risks from demand, prices and high inventory levels.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation April 2009Klöckner & Co SE
- The document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor, including its financial results for 2008, market updates, and strategic plans.
- In 2008, Klöckner achieved record revenues and EBITDA, but saw a decline in the fourth quarter due to falling demand. It reduced net debt significantly through working capital management and divestitures.
- The steel market outlook remains challenging with oversupply and falling prices pressuring demand. Klöckner has implemented cost-cutting measures and updated scenarios for a potential 12-18% volume decline in 2009.
Marcus Ketter, CFO of Klöckner & Co SE, presented at a roadshow in Paris on August 13, 2013. The presentation provided an overview of Klöckner & Co as a leading multi-metal distributor, highlighted the progress and impact of its restructuring program KCO 6.0, and discussed its outlook. Sales and earnings declined in the second quarter due to weak market conditions in Europe and the US, but the restructuring program compensated for some of the declines through cost reductions. The company remained on track to achieve its full-year earnings target despite a weaker first half.
Klöckner & Co - German & Austrian Corporate Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor with a network of around 250 distribution locations in Europe and North America. In Q2 2009, Klöckner reported an EBITDA loss of €31 million, an improvement from Q1, as volumes stabilized at low levels and gross profit per ton increased. While market conditions are improving with destocking ending and demand stabilizing, Klöckner expects subdued volumes in H2 2009 and has implemented strict cost cutting measures to offset losses from H1 2009.
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor. It discusses the company's Q1 2009 results, which saw a significant decline in sales and profitability due to the economic downturn. However, the company has taken actions to improve its financial position through cost cutting measures, reducing inventory levels, and restructuring its debt facilities. The document also outlines the company's acquisition strategy and efficiency programs aimed at pursuing growth opportunities once market conditions stabilize.
Klöckner & Co - German, Swiss & Austrian Conference 2013Klöckner & Co SE
- Sales and turnover were down year-over-year due to price declines and weak macro conditions, though increased slightly quarter-over-quarter.
- Restructuring efforts improved the gross margin and significantly reduced costs, contributing to a higher EBITDA despite lower sales.
- Nearly all restructuring targets have been achieved through staff reductions, site closures, and divestments, with the program nearly complete.
Klöckner & Co - German & Austrian Corporate Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
This document provides an overview of Klöckner & Co SE, a leading steel and metal distributor. It discusses the company's business model, performance in Q1 2009, and outlook. Key points include:
- Sales and volumes in Q1 2009 were around a third lower than the previous year due to the economic environment. The company reported a negative operating result.
- Net debt was further reduced to €322 million through strong cash flow generation and inventory reduction.
- Cost cutting measures remain on track and the company's credit lines totaling €1.6 billion were restructured without performance covenants.
- While results are expected to improve in Q2, the business remains negatively impacted by the
Klöckner & Co has undergone a major restructuring program called KCO 6.0 to transform its business model. The program is reducing costs by €190 million annually through closing 70 sites and reducing employees by over 2,000. KCO 6.0 is increasing the company's EBITDA by around €160 million annually from 2014 onward. The restructuring is shifting KCO's business focus toward higher-margin regions and products in Europe and the Americas.
Klöckner & Co SE presented at the JPM German Corporate Forum on October 12, 2011. The presentation covered recent developments, financial performance in Q2 2011, the market environment, and outlook. Key highlights included challenging market conditions in Q2 from unexpectedly strong price pressure in all markets. Integration of recent acquisitions Macsteel and Frefer were progressing with synergies higher than expected. The outlook discussed continuing volatility in steel markets with shorter cycles.
Klöckner & Co SE reported results for the first quarter of 2009. Sales and volumes were down around a third compared to the previous year due to weak market conditions. The operating result was clearly negative. However, net debt was further reduced to €322 million and financing was secured through credit lines of €1.5 billion. Prices continued to decline in Q1 but have begun to stabilize, especially for long steel products. Cost cutting measures have been initiated and are expected to generate net savings of around €100 million for 2009.
The document discusses Klöckner & Co SE's Q2 2012 results, noting that turnover increased 5.7% year-over-year driven by acquisitions and organic growth in the US, while EBITDA was €50 million which met guidance despite restructuring expenses of €17 million and a worsening market environment in Europe. It also provides an update on the company's restructuring measures in response to declining steel demand and overcapacity, including structural changes and site closures in Spain and France.
Klöckner & Co - 3rd ltaú BBA Commodities Conference 2011Klöckner & Co SE
- The document discusses Klöckner & Co SE, a leading multi-metal distributor, and provides an overview of the company, its business model, and key financial figures.
- It summarizes Klöckner & Co's financial performance in Q2 2011, noting challenging market conditions led to lower EBITDA, but sales volumes and sales increased. Integration of recent acquisitions is progressing with synergies higher than expected.
- The market environment put pressure on margins as import levels rose sharply in both the US and EU, causing price declines that outpaced procurement costs.
Klöckner & Co - German Corporate Conference 2011Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co is revising its strategy to focus on four key areas through 2020: 1) External growth through acquisitions in developed and emerging markets, 2) Increased organic growth momentum, 3) Business optimization, and 4) Personnel and management development. The company plans to expand in higher-margin products and services, enter new geographies like Brazil and China, and optimize purchasing, inventory, and its distribution network. Klöckner & Co will also strengthen its management review processes and international HR coordination to support its strategic goals.
HeidelbergCement achieved its key operational and financial targets for 2014. Revenue increased 4% to €12.6 billion and operating EBITDA increased 3% to €2.3 billion. Net debt was significantly reduced through the successful disposal of the building products business for over €1.2 billion. The dividend was proposed to increase 25% to €0.75 per share. For 2015, double digit percentage increases are expected in revenue, operating income and net income, and net debt/EBITDA is targeted to remain below 2.8x.
Klöckner & Co SE is redefining its growth strategy through 2020 to focus on four key areas: external growth, organic growth, business optimization, and personnel/management development. The strategy aims to diversify markets beyond Europe and expand into higher-margin products and services. Klöckner & Co will pursue acquisitions for external growth and increase momentum for organic growth. It will further optimize purchasing, inventory, and its distribution network. Additionally, the company will strengthen international HR coordination and implement annual management reviews.
Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation August 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co reported results for Q2 2009 and H1 2009. While volumes declined significantly year-over-year due to the economic downturn, EBITDA improved versus Q1 2009 due to cost cutting measures and stabilized market conditions. Net debt was further reduced through strong cash flow generation and net working capital management. The company outlined its strategy to manage the crisis, pursue growth opportunities through acquisitions and organic growth, and maintain structural cost improvements going forward.
Klöckner & Co SE delivered strong financial results in 2010 and made progress on its Klöckner & Co 2020 strategy. It achieved over 34% sales growth, improved EBITDA to €238 million, and completed four acquisitions. The company aims to be the first global and fastest growing multi metal distributor by 2020 through globalization, organic and external growth, business optimization, and developing its management and employees. Klöckner & Co has the financial strength to continue its acquisition strategy and ambitions to nearly double its sales volumes to 15-20 million tons by 2020.
Klöckner & Co - Capital European Franchise Conference 2009Klöckner & Co SE
Klöckner & Co SE is a leading steel and metals distributor with 260 locations in Europe and North America. In Q1 2009, the company experienced a 34% decline in sales and a 220% decline in EBITDA compared to Q1 2008 due to falling prices and demand during the economic crisis. However, the company reduced its net debt by 44% through strong cash flow generation and cost cutting measures. While results are expected to remain negative in Q2, the business model is working to generate cash flows and further lower debt levels. With a secured credit facility of €1.6 billion, Klöckner is well positioned financially to pursue growth opportunities emerging from the crisis.
Klöckner & Co - UBS Best of Germany Conference 2012Klöckner & Co SE
- Klöckner & Co SE is a leading multi-metal distributor that presented at the UBS Best of Germany Conference in New York on September 12, 2012.
- In Q2 2012, turnover increased 5.7% year-over-year driven by acquisitions and organic growth in the US, while EBITDA was €50 million meeting guidance despite a worsening market environment in Europe.
- Restructuring measures were expanded significantly in response to weak steel demand and overcapacity, with the initial measures almost concluded and expected to realize €70 million in EBITDA improvements.
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Klöckner & Co SE - Q2 2017 Results - Press ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
- Klöckner & Co reported sales of €1.64 billion for Q2 2017, up 8.1% year-over-year, while shipments were down 4.4% adjusted for business sales and discontinuations.
- EBITDA for Q2 was €63 million, within guidance of €60-70 million. EBITDA for the first half of 2017 was €140 million, up from €88 million in the prior year period.
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Klöckner & Co SE - Q2 2017 Results - Analysts' and Investors' ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
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- Gross profit decreased to €339 million and the gross margin fell to 20.6% from prior year's 23.8% due to price development and divestitures.
- EBITDA for Q2 was €63 million, in line with guidance but down from €88 million in the prior year period. EBITDA for the first half of 2017 was €140 million.
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Klöckner & Co SE - Q1 2017 Results - Press ConferenceKlöckner & Co SE
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Klöckner & Co SE - Analysts' and Investors' Conference FY 2016Klöckner & Co SE
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3) For 2017, EBITDA is expected to increase slightly with a target of more than €65-75 million in Q1 2017 supported by the "One Europe" integration and digitalization strategy.
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Klöckner & Co SE - Interim Management Statement for 9M 2016Klöckner & Co SE
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Klöckner & Co - Roadshow Presentation February 2009
1. Klöckner & Co SE
A Leading Multi Metal Distributor
February 2009
Gisbert Rühl
CFO
2. 2
Agenda
2. Preliminary results FY 2008
Appendix
3. Market update
4. Strategy update
5. General targets and outlook
1. Overview
3. 3
Klöckner & Co at a glance
Klöckner & Co
Leading producer-independent steel and metal distributor in the European and North American
markets combined
Network with more than 260 distribution locations in Europe and North America
More than 10,000 employees
GB
24%
21%
14%
7%
5%
9%
20%
Germany
France
Spain
Nether-
lands
Switzerland
Sales split by markets
As of September 2008
Steel-flat
Products
Steel-long
Products
Special
and
Quality
Steel
Aluminum
Other Products
31%
31%
10%
9%
6%
13%
Sales split by product
As of September 2008
Other
Machinery/
Manufacturing
Auto-
motive*
42%
25%
6%
27%
Sales split by industry
As of December 2007
Construction USA
Tubes
* Since deconsolidation of Namasco Ltd. <3%
4. 4
Distributor in the sweet spot
Local customersGlobal suppliers
Suppliers Sourcing
Products
and services
Logistics/
Distribution
Customers
Global Sourcing
in competitive
sizes
Strategic
partnerships
Frame contracts
Leverage one
supplier against
the other
No speculative
trading
One-stop-shop
with wide product
range of high-
quality products
Value added
processing
services
Quality assurance
Efficient inventory
management
Local presence
Tailor-made
logistics including
on-time delivery
within 24 hours
> 210,000
customers
No customer with
more than 1% of
sales
Average order
size of €2,500
Wide range of
industries and
markets
Service more
important than
price
Purchase volume
p.a. of >6 million
tons
Diversified set of
worldwide approx.
70 suppliers
Klöckner & Co’s value chain
5. 5
Volume related increase and windfall profits
result in strong EBITDA but high level of
capital employed because of value and
volume of stock
How the business model of Klöckner & Co works in…
High profitability in upturn due to windfall profits and volume increase
Strong cash flow generation in downturn due to working capital release
An upturn with price and volume increases
EBITDA
Stock turnover
cycle of ~80 days
EBITDA
Δ Windfall
profits
Δ Volume
Windfall losses and write-offs but strong cash
flow generation to reduce net debt
A downturn with price and volume declines
Net
working
capital
Stock turnover
cycle of ~80 days
Net
working
capital
Cash
flow
6. 6
Longterm financial development
1 1999 to 2005 unaudited pro-forma figures, Cash flow adjusted for M&A-activities; 2 preliminary results
Sales
in € bn1
EBITDA
in € million1
Year
FCF
in € million1
201 65 211 69 112 80 147 126 86
4.5
5.3
4.2 4.0 3.8
4.8
5.0
1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
151 220 150 156 140 349 197
Even in heavy downturn markets
with massive price declines
still positive EBITDA and FCF
5.5
2006
395
6.3
2007
371
6.7
20082
600
7. 7
Agenda
2. Preliminary results FY 2008
Appendix
3. Market update
4. Strategy update
5. General targets and outlook
1. Overview
8. 8
Revenue and EBITDA above 2007 but outlook unclear
Preliminary results FY 2008
Revenues 6% up to €6.7bn
EBITDA increased by approx. 60% to €595m
Operating EBITDA increased by approx. 25% to €415m, negatively impacted by
year-end inventory write-downs of approx. €60m
Significant reduction of net debt to €570m, almost halved since Q2 2008
Q4 with operating EBITDA almost balanced out before write-downs despite strong
volume and price decline
Tonnage decreased by 8% to approx. 6m tons in 2008, mainly driven by shortfall in
Q4 and deconsolidation of Namasco Ltd.
Immediate action program in response to current economic developments extended
9. 9
Agenda
2. Preliminary results FY 2008
Appendix
3. Market update
4. Strategy update
5. General targets and outlook
1. Overview
10. 10
Prices could come close to bottoming out after sharp decline in Q4 2008
Significant global production cuts and destocking could leave the market short in Q2
if demand recovers
If demand stays weak falling raw material contract prices could again pressure prices
in H2
Government stimulus programs are expected to support steel demand but with
limited effect in 2009
Ongoing demand risks are dominating steel market outlook
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Government stimulus programs in major markets
USA: $790bn
Focus on national infrastructure $500bn, i.e.
$60bn over 10 years for transportation
infrastructure
6% of national GDP*
Programs will support steel demand
China: $600bn
End of 2008-2010
Predominantly infrastructure and social
projects
18% of national GDP*
European Union: €200bn
Support of employment and infrastructure
investments
1.5% of national GDP*
Germany: €50bn
2009/2010
Thereof €14-18bn in infrastructure and
reconstruction of schools and universities
2% of national GDP*
*based on GDP 2007Source: Reuters/ Bloomberg January
12. 12
Agenda
2. Preliminary results FY 2008
Appendix
3. Market update
4. Strategy update
5. General targets and outlook
1. Overview
13. 13
Three scenarios for 2009
On the following three slides we provide a framework of how our business can be impacted by
volume and price declines in general
Three different scenarios are shown:
A: -8% in volumes, 2%-points gross margin contraction
B: -12% in volumes, 2.5%-points gross margin contraction
C: -15% in volumes, 3%-points gross margin contraction
The scenarios do not necessarily reflect management's expectation about future development
Scenarios are not adjusted for further necessary cost cutting initiatives to be implemented in
case of scenario B and C
Since the visibility for 2009 is limited we cannot provide guidance at this point in time
The scenarios cannot be taken as a guidance
14. 14
Scenario A (-8% volume and 2%p gross margin contraction)*
Operational
EBITDA 2008
Windfalls
expected
(20-60 → M40)
Operational
EBITDA w/o
windfalls
2% margin
contraction
8% volume
reduction
8% volume
reduction -
variable costs
Acquisitions
LTM
STAR and cost
reductions
EBITDA
scenario A
EBITDA
415 -40 375 -120
-110 +20
+50
225
Leverage
Net Debt
+10
Net debt YE
2008
13% NWC
reduction
Total cash flow
w/o change
NWC
Cash out cartel
penalty
Net debt
scenario A
570 -160
-120
390
Leverage YE
2008
Leverage
scenario A
1.4
1.7
100
* 2008 based on preliminary figures, windfall profits estimated, all figures in € million
15. 15
Scenario B (-12% volume and 2.5%p gross margin contraction)*
Operational
EBITDA 2008
Windfalls
expected
(20-60 → M40)
Operational
EBITDA w/o
windfalls
2.5% margin
contraction
12% volume
reduction
12% volume
reduction -
variable costs
Acquisitions
LTM
STAR and cost
reductions
EBITDA
scenario B
EBITDA
415 -40 375 -150
-160 +30 155
+X**
Leverage
Net Debt
+10
Net debt YE
2008
17% NWC
reduction
Total cash flow
w/o change
NWC
Cash out cartel
penalty
Net debt
scenario B
570 -220
-80-X**
370
-X**
Leverage YE
2008
Leverage
scenario B
1.4 <2.4
100
* 2008 based on preliminary figures, windfall profits estimated , all figures in € million
+50+X**
* *additional measures to be taken and quantified in case of scenario B
16. 16
Scenario C (-15% volume and 3%p gross margin contraction)*
Operational
EBITDA 2008
Windfalls
expected
(20-60 → M40)
Operational
EBITDA starting
point w/o
windfalls
3% margin
contraction
15% volume
reduction
15% volume
reduction -
variable costs
Acquisitions
LTM
STAR and cost
reductions
EBITDA
scenario C
EBITDA
415 -40 375 -180
-205 +35
85+X**
Leverage
Net Debt
+10
Net debt YE
2008
20% NWC
reduction
Total cash flow
w/o change
NWC
Cash out cartel
penalty
Net debt
scenario C
570 -260
-50-X**
360
-X**
Leverage YE
2008
Leverage
scenario C
1.4 <4.2
100
* 2008 based on preliminary figures, windfall profits estimated, all figures in € million
+50+X**
* *additional measures to be taken and quantified in case of scenario C
17. 17
Measures beyond in case of further volume decline
Immediate action program executed to be prepared for
recession – Personnel costs are key
Measures taken so far
Reduction of around 800 jobs with about 400
already achieved will reduce OPEX in 2009 by
more than €20m
Strong focus on NWC management with stock and
inventory as key lever for debt reduction
Acquisitions are postponed for the time being
Non-essential investments postponed
Further personnel measures according to volume
decline
Key priority is liquidity and NWC management
Capex to be reduced to minimum
Closure of non-profitable sites
Cost structure
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Total expenses
~€1bn
55% Personnel expenses
app. 10% variable
45% Other expenses
app. 40% variable
App. 25% of total
expenses are variable
18. 18
Phase II (2008 onwards)
STAR Program on track
Phase I (2005 - 2008)
Overall targets:
Central purchasing on country level,
especially in Germany
Improvement of distribution network
Improvement of inventory management
2006: ~ €20 million
2007: ~ €40 million
2008: ~ €20 million
~ €80 million
Upside potential
Overall targets:
European sourcing
Ongoing improvement of distribution
network
Upside potential
2008 ~ €10 million
2009: ~ €30 million
2010: ~ €20 million
~ €60 million
€27 million realized until Q3
19. 19
STAR measures cover complete value chain with focus on
sourcing and distribution network optimization
SalesSourcing Warehousing / Distribution
Centralization of sourcing
function
Supplier concentration
Third country sourcing
Warehouse network
optimization (incl. site closure)
Concentration of stock in single
locations
Optimization of internal and
external logistics
Customer segmentation by size
and trade
Profitability oriented pricing and
service offering
Reigniting dormant accounts
Product Portfolio / Service Offering
Product portfolio optimization (profitability / capital
requirements)
Increasing share of value added services
Sharing of products within Group
Eliminating slow/no movers
Processes / IT Systems (Enabler)
Standardizing processes
Introduction of standardized SAP suit and data
model (article codes, inventory management, etc.)
Shared services
Activity based costing (ProDacapo)
20. 20
High financial flexibility
Comments
*Europe and USA
in € million
Strong financial position
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
ABS* Syn Loan Bilateral Credits Convertible
used line unused line equity portion
Net indebtedness of €570m by end of 2008
Total credit facilities of €1.8bn
Utilization of around 50%
High cash reserve
21. 21
No maturity of central financial instruments before 2010
ABS Syndicated Loan Convertible
Volume €505m €600m €325m
Maturity Date
May 2010 (Europe)
June 2012 (US)
May 2011
+ 1 year
extension
July 2012
Covenants
5x EBITDA
Interest coverage ratio:
2 * net interest expense
3x EBITDA
Interest coverage ratio:
4 * net interest expense
-
22. 22
Agenda
2. Preliminary results FY 2008
Appendix
3. Market update
4. Strategy update
5. General targets and outlook
1. Overview
23. 23
General financial targets/limits and guidance
< 150%
new: < 75%
Gearing (Net financial debt/Equity)
1.0x
< 3.0x
new: < 1.5x
Leverage (Net financial debt/EBITDA LTM)
-> 6%Underlying EBITDA margin
7%
> 10% p.a.
on hold
Top line sales growth
Actual
FY 2008
General
target/limit
Financial targets adapted to current developments:
No guidance for 2009 until having more clarity on economic
development
24. 24
Appendix
Table of contents
Financial calendar 2009 and contact details
Largest independent multi metal distributor
Quarterly results and FY results 2008/2007/2006/2005
Current shareholder structure
Acquisitions 2007/2008
Financial results Q3/9M 2008
25. 25
March 31: Full Year Results 2008
May 14: Q1 Interim Report
May 26: Annual General Meeting
August 13: Q2/H1 Interim Report
November 13: Q3 Interim Report
Financial calendar 2009 and contact details
Financial calendar 2009
Contact details Investor Relations
Dr. Thilo Theilen, Head of IR
Phone: +49 203 307 2050
Fax: +49 203 307 5025
E-mail: thilo.theilen@kloeckner.de
Internet: www.kloeckner.de
29. 29
Includes acquisition-related
sales of M€88.6 for 9M 2008*
in Europe and sales of
M€291.8 for 9M 2008* in
North America
EBITDA in Europe includes
M€250 net disposal gains
Segment performance 9M 2008
Comments(€m) Europe
North
America
HQ/
Consol.
Total
Volume (Ttons)
9M 2008 3,431 1,392 - 4,823
9M 2007 3,516 1,378 - 4,893
Δ % -2.4 1.0 -1.4
Sales
9M 2008 4,273 1,082 - 5,355
9M 2007 3,989 794 - 4,783
Δ % 7.1 36.3 12.0
EBITDA
9M 2008 587 143 4 735
% margin 13.6 13.2 - 13.7
9M 2007 262 50 -24 288
% margin 6.6 6.3 - 6.0
Δ % EBITDA 124.0 185.7 - 155.1
* Sales of acquired companies for the first
twelve months of their consolidation
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Balance sheet as of Sept. 30, 2008
(€m)
September
30, 2008
December
31, 2007
Long-term assets 782 735
Inventories 1,328 956
Trade receivables 1,138 930
Cash & Cash equivalents 241 154
Other assets 70 191
Total assets 3,559 2,966
Equity 1,221 845
Total long-term liabilities 1,223 1,152
- thereof financial liabilities 874 813
Total short-term liabilities 1,115 969
- thereof trade payables 747 610
Total equity and liabilities 3,559 2,966
Net working capital 1,720 1,323
Net financial debt 690 746
Comments
Shareholders’ equity:
Increased from 28% to 34%
Financial debt:
Leverage reduced from 2.0x
to 0.8x EBITDA
Gearing reduced from 88%
to 57%
Net Working Capital:
Increase sales- and price-
driven
31. 31
Statement of cash flow
Comments
62-Proceeds from capital increase
-63-36Others
-5132Cash flow from operating activities
20387
Inflow from disposals of non-current assets
and subsidiaries
-386-296
Outflow for acquisitions of subsidiaries and
other non-current assets
-36691Cash flow from investing activities
-241-384Changes in net working capital
46321Changes in financial liabilities
253452Operating CF
284Total cash flow
419-39Cash flow from financing activities
-45-38Dividends
-61-22Net interest payments
9M
2007
9M
2008
(€m)
Operating CF covered the
investments in net working
capital
Investing CF mainly
impacted by increased
stake in Swiss Holding and
acquisition of Temtco
against the divestments of
our Canadian subsidiary
Namasco Ltd. and our
Swiss subsidiary KVT
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Largest independent multi metal distributor
Europe (2007)
Source: company reports, own estimates
ArcelorMittal
(Distribution approx. 5%)
ThyssenKrupp
BE Group
Other mill-tied and independent
distributors
11.1%
9.8%
6.4%
1.0%71.7%
Klöckner & Co
Source: Purchasing Magazine (May 2008), own estimates
North America (2007)
Steel Technologies
Namasco
(Klöckner & Co)
Ryerson
Reliance Steel
Samuel, Son & Co
ThyssenKrupp
Materials NA
Worthington
Steel
Carpenter
Technology
McJunkin
O'Neal Steel
Mac-Steel
A.M. Castle
4.2%
2.8%
2.2%
2.2%
1.0%
1.0%
0.9%
1.3%
1.2%
1.1%
1.3%
1.8%
1.7%
1.0%
5.1%
Other
71.2%
Russel Metals
Metals USA
Structure: 67% through distribution, service centers
Size in value: ~€71–91bn
Companies: ~3,000 few mill-tied, most independent
PNA Group
Structure: 50-60% through distribution, service centers
Size in value: ~€100bn
Companies: ~1,300 only independent distributors
34. 34
Geographical breakdown of identified institutional investors
Current shareholder structure
Comments
Identified institutional
investors account for 72%
US based investors still
dominate but share
decreased in favor of
domestic holdings (up 5%
since February 2008)
Top 10 individual
shareholdings represent
around 39.4%
Rest of World < 1%
(geographical breakdown)
100% Freefloat
Rest of Europe
US
United
Kingdom
Germany
Spain
Source: Survey Thomson Financial (as of Sept. 08)
22%
4%
23%
36%
10%
5%
Switzerland
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Country Acquired Company Sales (FY)
Mar 2008 Temtco €226 million
Jan 2008 Multitubes €5 million
2008 Ytd 2 acquisitions €231 million
Sep 2007 Lehner & Tonossi €9 million
Sep 2007 Interpipe €14 million
Sep 2007 ScanSteel €7 million
Aug 2007 Metalsnab €36 million
Jun 2007 Westok €26 million
May 2007 Premier Steel €23 million
Apr 2007 Zweygart €11 million
Apr 2007 Max Carl €15 million
Apr 2007 Edelstahlservice €17 million
Apr 2007 Primary Steel €360 million
Apr 2007 Teuling €14 million
Jan 2007 Tournier €35 million
2007 12 acquisitions €567 million
2006 4 acquisitions €108 million
€141 million
€567 million
Acquisitions 2007/2008
12
4
2
2005 2006 2007
Acquisitions Sales
€231 million
2008
€108 million
2
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Our symbol
the ears
attentive to customer needs
the eyes
looking forward to new developments
the nose
sniffing out opportunities
to improve performance
the ball
symbolic of our role to fetch
and carry for our customers
the legs
always moving fast to keep up with
the demands of the customers
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Disclaimer
This presentation contains forward-looking statements. These statements use words like "believes,
"assumes," "expects" or similar formulations. Various known and unknown risks, uncertainties and
other factors could lead to material differences between the actual future results, financial situation,
development or performance of our company and those either expressed or implied by these
statements. These factors include, among other things:
Downturns in the business cycle of the industries in which we compete;
Increases in the prices of our raw materials, especially if we are unable to pass these costs
along to customers;
Fluctuation in international currency exchange rates as well as changes in the general
economic climate
and other factors identified in this presentation.
In view of these uncertainties, we caution you not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking
statements. We assume no liability whatsoever to update these forward-looking statements or to
conform them to future events or developments.