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GDF - Gold Reef Resorts - Unaudited interim financial results for the six months

Release Date: 02/09/2010 09:23
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GDF - Gold Reef Resorts - Unaudited interim financial results for the six months ended 30 June 2010 ("the period") Gold Reef Resorts (Incorporated in the Republic of South Africa) Registration number 1989/002108/06 Share Code: GDF ISIN: ZAE000028338 "Gold Reef" or "the Company" or "the Group" UNAUDITED INTERIM FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 ("the period") Trading conditions remained difficult in the first six months of 2010 with the economy showing limited signs of recovery. As anticipated, consumers` disposable income continued to be impacted by high levels of household debt, with contributing factors being the large increases in utility and municipal charges as well as job insecurity. As evidence of the quality of the Group`s recently refurbished property portfolio, most casinos performed in line with or better than their respective provincial markets. The exception was Gold Reef City Casino where tables revenue fell significantly in response to a marked decline in Prive gaming activity in comparison to the prior comparative period. Group revenue declined by 1,6% to R1,1 billion with food and beverage revenue increasing by 13,3%. EBITDAR decreased 12,0% to R361 million mainly as a result of the revenue shortfall, exacerbated by the operational gearing in the business. Accordingly, the EBITDAR margin fell to 33,7%. The Company`s response to the economic recession and declining revenues has been to focus on containing cost increases. Consequently, the Group had limited opportunities in the current period for further major cost cutting initiatives that had not already been exploited. Despite this, total costs were well contained but included non-recurring items of R12 million relating to the proposed merger with Tsogo Sun Holdings (Proprietary) Limited ("Tsogo Sun"). Further merger costs of approximately R21 million are expected to be incurred in the second half of the year, should the transaction be successful. Employee costs were well controlled and again achieved by headcount reductions through natural attrition. Promotional and marketing costs increased to R78 million, however this increase is distorted by the reallocation of food and beverage complimentary costs from other operating expenses in order to be consistent with the accounting treatment applied at the 2009 year-end. This reallocation has no impact on the Group`s profit for the period. Had the interim results for 2009 been prepared on the same basis as 2010, promotional and marketing costs would have increased by 12,0% as opposed to 32,2% while other operating expenses would have increased by 7,1% as opposed to 0,6%. Net finance costs were R58 million, a reduction of R10 million compared to the same period last year. Total net debt reduced by R142 million to R1,1 billion. Headline earnings per share ("HEPS") decreased 23,0% to 39,2 cents as a result of the trading conditions referred to above as well as higher depreciation and amortisation, which increased 10,0% to R99 million due to the recent refurbishment programme and capital expenditure incurred at the properties. Excluding the effects of the non-recurring costs relating to the Tsogo Sun merger, EBITDAR and HEPS fell by 9,2% and 14,9% respectively. Cashflow from operations remained strong during the period at R371 million. Total capex was R103 million of which R66 million was operational capex in order to maintain the high quality of the properties. Developmental capex amounted to R37 million, which included R24 million incurred at Golden Horse Casino and the refurbishment of the property is nearing completion. As in previous years, the Company has not declared a dividend at the interim period. The dividend of 65c per share declared for the previous financial year was paid on 26 April 2010. OPERATIONS GAUTENG Total Gross Gaming Revenue ("GGR") in Gauteng was flat for the period with the second quarter showing some growth, following a contraction of 3,2% in the first quarter of 2010. The Group`s market share in Gauteng fell to 24,1% due to the reduced tables revenue at Gold Reef City Casino. Gold Reef City Gold Reef City Casino`s revenue fell 7,3% to R447 million compared to the same period last year. GGR growth from slot machines was in line with the market but as stated above, tables revenue fell due to much reduced high roller activity. EBITDAR fell 19,4% to R141 million and the margin reduced to 31,5%, directly as a result of the lower revenue. Theme Park revenue increased by 5,9% while EBITDAR fell due to increased costs, specifically municipal and utility costs as well as employee costs. Due to the seasonality of this business, the second half of the year normally significantly outperforms the first. The hotel refurbishment was completed with R13 million capex incurred on the project during the period. Silverstar Casino Silverstar Casino continued to perform well with revenue up 3,1% to R270 million and EBITDAR flat at R95 million. The casino also achieved a small growth in its market share in Gauteng as footfall increased by 2,5% from the prior comparative period. Total debt at Silverstar Casino fell to R1,2 billion at 30 June 2010 from R1,3 billion at 30 June 2009 and is repayable over the next nine years. KWAZULU NATAL Golden Horse Casino Golden Horse Casino underperformed the market slightly due, in part, to disruptions caused by the renovation. Revenues increased by 1,7% to R123 million but EBITDAR fell slightly to R50 million due primarily to operational gearing. The final phase of the casino`s refurbishment, being the hotel rooms and exterior, is expected to be completed in the third quarter of 2010. WESTERN CAPE Trends have shown that the economic recession impacted the Western Cape market more than any other province. Even though the market showed signs of growth during the first quarter of 2010, albeit off a lower base, the performance during the second quarter saw GGR decline marginally compared to the same reporting period last year. In spite of these tough trading conditions, the casinos performed well and the Group`s market share in the Western Cape increased from 12,6% to 13,1%. The Provincial Government of the Western Cape has informed the Company that it intends to permit an existing Western Cape casino license to relocate to an area in the Cape Metropole. No further information is currently available regarding this development but Gold Reef considers this to be a potential strategic growth opportunity. Mykonos Casino Mykonos Casino had a good six months and outperformed the Western Cape market with revenue increasing by 7,3% to R59 million while the EBITDAR margin fell slightly, mainly due to costs associated with the introduction of smart-card gaming. Garden Route Casino Performance at Garden Route Casino was in line with the province. Revenues were flat with the EBITDAR margin declining due to inflationary cost pressures. FREE STATE Goldfields Casino Goldfields Casino outperformed the market with revenues up 1,8% to R58 million. The EBITDAR margin was also impacted by the cost of the introduction of smart- card gaming during the six month period. The adjacent shopping centre development is progressing well and the footfall generated by this development should have a positive impact on the casino. EASTERN CAPE Queens Casino There was a small growth in revenue at Queens Casino to R25 million and a significant improvement in the margin, with EBITDAR up 25,0% to R5 million following a major cost restructure during the second half of 2009. Capex has been allocated to improving road access to the casino which will hopefully improve footfall to the complex. BOTSWANA Gold Reef has a 50% interest in a new gaming operation in Gaborone, Botswana. The casino will form part of a larger development which includes a hotel, food and beverage facilities as well as retail outlets and is anticipated to open before the end of the year. Gold Reef`s investment is expected to be less than R30 million. MERGER OF GOLD REEF AND TSOGO SUN Shareholders of Gold Reef approved the proposed merger with Tsogo Sun on 26 April 2010. Outstanding conditions precedent include approvals from the Competition Authorities and the relevant Gambling Boards. Application to the Competition Commission for approval of the Company`s merger with Tsogo Sun was submitted on 17 May 2010 and continues to be evaluated. The Competition Commission has requested additional time to consider the proposed merger following which it will be referred to the Competition Tribunal. Applications have also been submitted to the Gambling Boards of all the relevant provinces. PROSPECTS Economic conditions in South Africa remain difficult with limited signs of improvement during the first half of 2010. Relief provided to consumers through interest rate cuts in 2009 is only expected to show its effects in the final quarter of 2010. With its portfolio of refurbished properties, Gold Reef is poised to take advantage of such an improvement in economic conditions and consumer confidence. The Group`s lean cost structure will also ensure that any improvement in trading activities will flow directly to EBITDAR and HEPS, benefiting the Company`s stakeholders. STEVEN JOFFE JARROD FRIEDMAN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER FINANCIAL DIRECTOR On behalf of the board 1 September 2010 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT Unaudited Unaudited Audited for for the 6 for the 6 the year months months ended 31 ended 30 ended 30 Dec 2009
June 2010 June 2009 % Rm Rm Rm Revenue (1,6) 1 070 1 087 2 229 Net gaming win (2,3) 994 1 017 2 065 Theme Park 7,1 30 28 72 Food and beverage 13,3 17 15 35 Other 7,4 29 27 57
Other income 1 1 15 1 071 1 088 2 244 Gaming levies and VAT (200) (204) (412) Employee costs (265) (249) (480) Promotional and marketing costs (78) (59) (140) Depreciation and amortisation (99) (90) (185) Other operating expenses (176) (175) (336) Operating profit (18,6) 253 311 691 Finance income 16 28 38 Finance costs (74) (96) (171) Profit before equity accounted earnings 195 243 558 Share of loss of associate (2) (3) (5) Profit before taxation (19,6) 193 240 553 Taxation expense (80) (94) (180) Profit for the period (22,6) 113 146 373 Profit attributable to: Equity holders of Gold Reef (22,9) 108 140 360 Minority interest 5 6 13 113 146 373 Number of shares in issue (000) 292 344 291 990 291 990 Weighted average number of shares in issue (000) 276 186 274 859 275 291
Earnings per share (cents) (23,4) 39,0 50,9 131,0 Diluted earnings per share (23,4) (cents) 39,0 50,9 131,0 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Unaudited Unaudited Reviewed for the 6 for the 6 for the months months year ended
ended 30 ended 30 31 Dec 2009 June 2010 June 2009 Rm Rm Rm Profit for the period 113 146 373 Other comprehensive income for the period, net of tax (2) (1) 15 Fair value (loss)/gain on interest rate hedge (3) (1) 7 Fair value gain/(loss) on foreign exchange hedge * * * Income tax relating to components of other comprehensive income 1 * 8 Total comprehensive income for the period 111 145 388 Total comprehensive income attributable to: Equity holders of Gold Reef 106 139 375 Minority interest 5 6 13 111 145 388
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET Unaudited Unaudited at 30 June at 30 June Audited at 2010 2009 31 Dec 2009
Rm Rm Rm Assets Non-current assets Property, plant and equipment 2 531 2 506 2 547 Leasehold improvements 160 153 138 Intangible assets 1 184 1 186 1 185 Deferred income tax assets 5 6 13 Investment in associate 24 25 23 Share scheme 42 27 47 3 946 3 903 3 953 Current assets Inventories 19 18 19 Trade and other receivables 50 38 42 Current tax assets 9 13 2 Amounts owing by related parties 1 * * Cash and cash equivalents 283 326 440 362 395 503 Total assets 4 308 4 298 4 456
Equity and liabilities Capital and reserves Share capital 6 6 6 Share premium 1 866 1 860 1 860 Treasury shares (64) (72) (58) 1 808 1 794 1 808 Share-based payment reserve 392 385 389 Other reserves (547) (566) (545) Retained earnings 906 759 979 2 559 2 372 2 631 Minority interest 43 38 45 Total equity 2 602 2 410 2 676 Non-current liabilities Interest-bearing borrowings 1 231 1 418 1 325 Deferred income tax liabilities 57 58 64 Derivative financial instruments 2 26 9 Cash-settled share incentive scheme liability 5 1 4 1 295 1 503 1 402 Current liabilities Trade and other payables 164 136 153 Provisions 57 60 34 Current portion of interest-bearing borrowings 187 188 187 Current income tax liabilities * 1 4 Amounts owing to related parties * * * Bank overdraft 3 - * 411 385 378
Total equity and liabilities 4 308 4 298 4 456 *Amount less than R1 million CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY Share Retained Total
capital net Reserves earnings attributable of treasury to equity shares holders of Gold Reef
Rm Rm Rm Rm Balance at 1 January 2009 1 795 (183) 799 2 411 Total comprehensive income - (1) 140 139 for the period ended 30 June 2009 Profit for the period - - 140 140 Fair value loss on - (1) - (1) interest rate hedge, net of tax Fair value loss on foreign * - * exchange hedge, net of tax - Net movement between share (1) - - (1) scheme and participants Recognition of share-based - 3 - 3 payments Dividend paid - - (180) (180) Dividend paid to - - - - minorities by subsidiaries Balance at 30 June 2009 1 794 (181) 759 2 372 Total comprehensive income - 16 220 236 for the period ended 31 December 2009 Profit for the period - - 220 220 Fair value gain on interest rate hedge, net - 16 - 16 of tax Fair value loss on foreign exchange hedge, net of tax - * - * Net movement between share 14 6 - 20 scheme and participants Recognition of share-based payments - 3 - 3 Balance at 31 December 1 808 (156) 979 2 631 2009 Total comprehensive income - (2) 108 106 for the period ended 30 June 2010 Profit for the period - - 108 108 Fair value loss on - (2) - (2) interest rate hedge, net of tax Fair value gain on foreign - * - * exchange hedge, net of tax Issue of shares 6 - - 6 Net movement between share (6) - - (6) scheme and participants Recognition of share-based - 3 - 3 payments Dividend paid - - (181) (181) Dividend paid to - - - - minorities by subsidiaries Balance at 30 June 2010 1 808 (155) 906 2 559 CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (CONTINUED) Minority Total equity interest Rm Rm
Balance at 1 January 2009 43 2 454 Total comprehensive income for the period 6 145 ended 30 June 2009 Profit for the period 6 146 Fair value loss on interest rate hedge, net - (1) of tax Fair value loss on foreign exchange hedge, * net of tax - Net movement between share scheme and - (1) participants Recognition of share-based payments - 3 Dividend paid - (180) Dividend paid to minorities by subsidiaries (11) (11) Balance at 30 June 2009 38 2 410 Total comprehensive income for the period 7 243 ended 31 December 2009 Profit for the period 7 227 Fair value gain on interest rate hedge, net of tax - 16 Fair value loss on foreign exchange hedge, net of tax - * Net movement between share scheme and - 20 participants Recognition of share-based payments - 3 Balance at 31 December 2009 45 2 676 Total comprehensive income for the period 5 111 ended 30 June 2010 Profit for the period 5 113 Fair value loss on interest rate hedge, net - (2) of tax Fair value gain on foreign exchange hedge, - * net of tax Issue of shares - 6 Net movement between share scheme and - (6) participants Recognition of share-based payments - 3 Dividend paid - (181) Dividend paid to minorities by subsidiaries (7) (7) Balance at 30 June 2010 43 2 602
"Reserves" comprise of "Share-based payment reserve" and "Other reserves". These reserves are disclosed separately on the balance sheet. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENT Unaudited Unaudited Audited for
for the 6 for the 6 the year months months ended 31 ended 30 ended 30 Dec 2009 June 2010 June 2009
Rm Rm Rm Cash flow from operating activities Profit before taxation 193 240 553 Non-cash items and other adjustments 163 166 335 356 406 888 Decrease/(increase) in net current assets 15 (1) (37) Cash flow from operating activities 371 405 851 Finance income 16 31 39 Finance costs (74) (96) (156) Taxation paid (90) (104) (168) Dividend paid (181) (180) (180) Net cash generated in operating activities 42 56 386 Cash flow from investing activities Additions to property, plant and equipment (79) (48) (186) Additions to leasehold improvements (24) (33) (20) Investment in intangibles - - * Proceeds from disposal of property, plant and equipment 1 * 2 Loans (advanced to)/repaid by associate (3) 3 3 Loans (advanced to)/ repaid by related parties (1) * 1 Net cash utilised in investing activities (106) (78) (200) Cash flow from financing activities Issue of shares 6 - - Shares (repurchased)/issued by share scheme - (1) 19 Net movement between share scheme and participants (6) - - Decrease/(increase) in share scheme loans 5 6 (14) Dividend and loan repayments to outside shareholders (7) (11) (11) Decrease in interest-bearing borrowings (94) (89) (183) Net cash utilised in financing activities (96) (95) (189) Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents (160) (117) (3) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 440 443 443 Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 280 326 440 SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION Unaudited Unaudited Audited for
for the 6 for the 6 the year months months ended 31 ended 30 ended 30 Dec 2009 June 2010 June 2009
% Rm Rm Rm EBITDAR reconciliation Operating profit 253 311 691 Property and equipment rental 9 9 21 Depreciation and amortisation 99 90 185 EBITDAR (12,0) 361 410 897 Weighted average number of shares in issue (000) 276 186 274 859 275 291 EBITDAR per share (cents) (12,5) 130,6 149,2 326,0
EBITDAR margin (%) 33,7 37,7 40,3 Headline earnings reconciliation Attributable profit for the period 108 140 360 Profit on sale of financial instruments - - * Impairment of property, plant and equipment - - 1 Loss/(profit) on sale of property, plant and equipment * * 2 Headline earnings (22,9) 108 140 363 Weighted average number of shares in issue (000) 276 186 274 859 275 291
Headline earnings per share (23,0) (cents) 39,2 50,9 131,9 Diluted headline earnings per (23,0) share (cents) 39,2 50,9 131,9 CONDENSED NOTES TO THE UNAUDITED INTERIM FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2010 1. Basis of preparation The unaudited condensed consolidated interim financial statements for the six months ended 30 June 2010 have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 - Interim financial reporting, AC500 Standards as issued by the Accounting Practices Board or its successor and the requirements of Schedule 4 Part (iv) of the South African Companies Act, 1973. The condensed consolidated interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2009, which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS"). This interim report has not been audited or reviewed by Gold Reef`s auditors. 2. Accounting policies The accounting policies applied are consistent with those of the annual financial statements for the year ended 31 December 2009, as described in those annual financial statements and are in line with IFRS. 3. Segment information The chief operating decision-maker has been identified as the Group executive directors. These individuals review the Group`s internal reporting in order to assess performance and allocate resources and have determined the operating segments based on these reports. The executive directors consider the business from both a geographic and operational perspective and assess the performance of the operating segments based on a measure of Revenue and Earnings before interest, tax, depreciation, amortisation and rentals ("EBITDAR"). SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS Revenue Revenue Revenue EBITDAR EBITDAR EBITDAR June June June June
2010 2009 2010 2009 Rm Rm % Rm Rm % Gold Reef City Casino 447 482 (7,3) 141 175 (19,4) Gold Reef City Theme 36 34 5,9 (4) (3) (33,3) Park Silverstar Casino 270 262 3,1 95 95 - Golden Horse Casino 123 121 1,7 50 51 (2,0) Mykonos Casino 59 55 7,3 22 22 - Garden Route Casino 77 76 1,3 32 34 (5,9) Goldfields Casino 58 57 1,8 22 23 (4,3) Queens Casino 25 24 4,2 5 4 25,0 Gold Reef Management 31 34 (8,8) (6) 4 (250,0) Gold Reef Resorts - - - 7 5 40,0 Consolidation and (56) (58) (3) * other Group companies> 1 070 1 087 (1,6) 361 410 (12,0) SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS (CONTINUED) EBITDAR EBITDAR Assets Assets Assets Assets Margin Margin Non- Non-
Current Current Current Current June June June June June June 2010 2009 2010 2009 2010 2009 % % Rm Rm Rm Rm
Gold Reef City 31,5 36,3 1 066 1 050 Casino 59 69 Gold Reef City (12,7) (8,8) 35 37 Theme Park 8 9 Silverstar Casino 35,2 36,3 1 013 1 049 204 256 Golden Horse Casino 40,4 42,1 224 198 34 15 Mykonos Casino 37,5 40,0 59 57 19 7 Garden Route Casino 42,2 44,7 122 87 24 41 Goldfields Casino 38,7 40,4 121 120 13 12 Queens Casino 21,0 16,7 99 110 8 7 Gold Reef (20,0) 11,8 1 1 Management 107 89 Gold Reef Resorts 2 818 2 817 179 174 Consolidation and (1 612) (1 623) other Group companies> (293) (284) 33,7 37,7 3 946 3 903 362 395 SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS (CONTINUED) Total assets Total assets Cash on hand Cash on hand June 2010 June 2009 June 2010 June 2009
Rm Rm Rm Rm Gold Reef City 1 125 1 119 13 18 Casino Gold Reef City 43 46 1 (2) Theme Park Silverstar Casino 1 217 1 305 184 238 Golden Horse Casino 258 213 11 8 Mykonos Casino 78 64 14 5 Garden Route Casino 146 128 19 34 Goldfields Casino 134 132 6 6 Queens Casino 107 117 4 3 Gold Reef 108 90 17 11 Management Gold Reef Resorts 2 997 2 991 14 4 Consolidation and (1 905) (1 907) (3) 1 other Group companies> 4 308 4 298 280 326 SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS (CONTINUED) Debt Debt Debt Total Total
debt debt net of net of Debt cash cash Non- Non- Current
Current Current Current June June June June June June 2010 2009 2010 2009 2010 2009 Rm Rm Rm Rm Rm Rm
Gold Reef City (102) (160) (58) (200) Casino (58) (147) Gold Reef City - - - (2) Theme Park - 1 Silverstar Casino (1 067) (1 163) (96) (96) (979) (1 021) Golden Horse Casino (23) (35) (12) (13) (24) (40) Mykonos Casino - - - - 14 5 Garden Route Casino (13) (21) (8) (8) (2) 5 Goldfields Casino (26) (39) (13) (13) (33) (46) Queens Casino (43) (42) (4) (8) (43) (47) Gold Reef - - - 11 Management - 17 Gold Reef Resorts - - - - 14 4 Consolidation and other Group companies> 43 42 4 8 44 51 (1 231) (1 418) (187) (188) (1 138) (1 280) SEGMENTAL ANALYSIS (CONTINUED) Capex Capex Capex Capex Total Total Develop- Develop- Operat- Operat- Capex Capex
mental mental ional ional June June June June June June 2010 2009 2010 2009 2010 2009 Rm Rm Rm Rm Rm Rm
Gold Reef City Casino - - 28 7 28 7 Gold Reef City Theme 13 2 4 3 Park 17 5 Silverstar Casino - 1 5 5 5 6 Golden Horse Casino 24 33 10 13 34 46 Mykonos Casino - 3 8 4 8 7 Garden Route Casino - 8 6 1 6 9 Goldfields Casino - - 5 1 5 1 Queens Casino * * 1 * 1 * Gold Reef Management - - * * * * Gold Reef Resorts - - - - - - Consolidation and * * (1) * other Group companies> (1) * 37 47 66 34 103 81 > Included in "Consolidation and other Group companies" is the elimination of Queens Casino due to it being equity accounted. * Amount less than R1 million Directors: EN Banda (Chairman)>; MG Diliza>; JC Farrant>; JS Friedman; SB Joffe (Chief Executive Officer); MZ Krok>; S Krok**; ZJ Matlala>; C Neuberger#; TM Sadiki; PCM September*; P Vallet* *Non-Executive Director >Independent Director **Alternate Director #Austrian Citizen Company secretary: L Fick Registered office: Gold Reef City, Gate 4, Northern Parkway, Ormonde, 2091. Transfer secretaries: Link Market Services South Africa (Pty) Limited, 16th Floor, 11 Diagonal Street, Johannesburg, 2001. Investor relations: College Hill (Proprietary) Limited Johannesburg 2 September 2010 Sponsor Deutsche Securities (SA) (Proprietary) Limited Date: 02/09/2010 09:23:43 Supplied by www.sharenet.co.za Produced by the JSE SENS Department. The SENS service is an information dissemination service administered by the JSE Limited (`JSE`). The JSE does not, whether expressly, tacitly or implicitly, represent, warrant or in any way guarantee the truth, accuracy or completeness of the information published on SENS. The JSE, their officers, employees and agents accept no liability for (or in respect of) any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential loss or damage of any kind or nature, howsoever arising, from the use of SENS or the use of, or reliance on, information disseminated through SENS.