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Interim Report for the six months ended 30 June 2016
INTU PROPERTIES PLC
(Registration number UK3685527)
ISIN Code: GB0006834344
JSE Code: ITU
28 JULY 2016
INTU PROPERTIES PLC
INTERIM REPORT FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
David Fischel, Chief Executive, commented:
"We are pleased to report a strong set of results for the first six months of 2016 with a 10 per cent increase in
underlying earnings per share driven by excellent growth in net rental income of 7.5 per cent on a like-for-like
basis. We have therefore raised our guidance for full year like-for-like net rental income growth to 3 to 4 per
cent.
Letting activity was also very positive leading to an improved occupancy ratio of 96 per cent. Our established
retailers, such as Zara and Next, have been upsizing space and we have welcomed new lifestyle brands and
international retailers at a time when the supply of quality retail space is limited. We continue to focus on
strengthening and improving our prime regional shopping centres, introducing new leisure concepts and
increasing the dwell time of our 400 million customer visits per year.
With over GBP500 million of cash and available facilities, we are well positioned to take opportunities when they
arise, such as the acquisition in the period of the other half of intu Merry Hill which adds to the considerable
momentum from our active asset management and development projects, both in the UK and Spain."
Investor conference call
A presentation to analysts and investors will take place at UBS, 1 Finsbury Avenue, London EC2 at 09.30BST
on 28 July 2016. The presentation will also be available to international analysts and investors through a live
audio call and webcast. The presentation and a copy of this announcement will be available on the Group's
website intugroup.co.uk.
Enquiries
intu properties plc
David Fischel Chief Executive +44 (0)20 7960 1207
Matthew Roberts Chief Financial Officer +44 (0)20 7960 1353
Adrian Croft Head of Investor Relations +44 (0)20 7960 1212
Public relations
UK: Justin Griffiths, Powerscourt +44 (0)20 7250 1446
SA: Frédéric Cornet, Instinctif Partners +27 (0)11 447 3030
About intu
intu is the UK's leading owner, manager and developer of prime regional shopping centres with a growing presence in
Spain.
We are passionate about creating uniquely compelling experiences, in centre and online, that attract customers, delivering
enhanced footfall, dwell time and loyalty. This helps our retailers flourish, driving occupancy and income growth.
A FTSE 100 company, we own many of the UK's largest and most popular retail destinations, including nine of the top 20,
with super regional centres such as intu Trafford Centre and intu Lakeside and vibrant city centre locations from Newcastle
to Watford.
We are focused on four strategic objectives: optimising the performance of our assets to provide attractive long term total
property returns, delivering our UK development pipeline to add value to our portfolio, leveraging the strength of our brand
and seizing the opportunity in Spain to create a business of scale.
We are committed to our local communities and to operating with environmental responsibility. Our centres support over
120,000 jobs representing about 4 per cent of the total UK retail workforce.
Our success creates value for our retailers, investors and the communities we serve.
Presentation of information
Amounts presented in the key highlights, operating review and financial review are shown including the Group's share of
joint ventures. See the financial review for more details and the other information section for a reconciliation between this
and the equity method as required by IFRS11 Joint Arrangements.
This press release contains "forward-looking statements" regarding the belief or current expectations of intu properties plc, its Directors and other members of its senior
management about intu properties plc's businesses, financial performance and results of operations.
These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Rather, they are based on current views and assumptions and involve known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside the control of intu properties plc and are difficult to predict, that may cause actual results, performance or developments
to differ materially from any future results, performance or developments expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements speak only as
at the date of this press release. Except as required by applicable law, intu properties plc makes no representation or warranty in relation to them and expressly disclaims any
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in intu properties plc's expectations with regard thereto or any change in
events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is based.
Any information contained in this press release on the price at which shares or other securities in intu properties plc have been bought or sold in the past, or on the yield on such
shares or other securities, should not be relied upon as a guide to future performance.
KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF THE FIRST SIX MONTHS OF 2016
Key operating highlights
Optimising asset performance
Our focus is to deliver attractive long-term total property returns from strong, stable income streams and capital appreciation
- increased like-for-like net rental income by 7.5 per cent in the period, reflecting increased occupancy, improving
rental levels from new lettings and rent reviews and the benefits of unit reconfigurations
- signed 98 long-term leases (82 in the UK and 16 in Spain) for GBP17 million new annual rent at an average 7 per cent
above previous passing rent and in line with valuers' assumptions
- increased occupancy to 96.1 per cent through demand for new lettings (30 June 2015: 95.1 per cent)
- increased footfall by 1.3 per cent, compared to a 1.7 per cent fall in the national Experian retail average; estimated
retailer sales in our centres increased by 0.2 per cent
- strong pipeline of new lettings with 106 leases in solicitors' hands, of which 27 have exchanged since the outcome
of the EU referendum vote
UK development momentum
By extending and enhancing our existing locations we aim to deliver superior returns
- spent GBP23 million in the period on active asset management projects including the completion of the catering
developments at intu Metrocentre (nine restaurants) and intu Bromley (five restaurants), both projects opening fully let
- on target for opening 20 new restaurants at intu Eldon Square in Autumn 2016 with 19 pre-let
- completed the demolition work and signed and commenced the main contract for the GBP178 million extension of intu Watford
- agreed the contract with Parques Reunidos to create a 50,000 sq. ft. Nickelodeon themed indoor family
entertainment centre to anchor the GBP70 million leisure extension at intu Lakeside
Making the brand count
We are using the strength of our brand to create compelling experiences that ensure our centres deliver a day out
experience for our customers and sales growth for our retailers
- intu Experiences, our dedicated promotions business, generated gross revenues of GBP8 million in the period. With
estimated revenues of GBP20 million for the year, this is equivalent to the rental income of our eighth largest centre
- unprompted brand awareness of 21 per cent, up from 7 per cent when we started measurement in early 2015
- over 26 million website visits in the last 12 months, comparable with the footfall of a centre like intu Derby,
a year-on-year increase of 23 per cent
- active marketing database of 2.3 million shoppers and over 440 retailers on our transactional website, intu.co.uk
- continued improvement in net promoter score to 74, an increase of 9 points year-on-year
Seizing the growth opportunity in Spain
Our Spanish strategy is to create a business of national scale through acquisitions and development projects
- occupancy remained strong at our two existing completed centres, with footfall and retailer sales both up 2 per cent
in the period
- signed 16 new leases at 16 per cent above previous passing rent
- increased market value of both centres in the period with intu Asturias up 8 per cent and Puerto Venecia up 4 per cent
Acquisitions and disposals
- acquired the remaining 50 per cent interest in the intu Merry Hill estate in June 2016 for GBP410 million enabling us to
accelerate re-engineering the retail, catering and leisure mix to unlock the full potential of this centre
- disposed of our interest in Equity One in January 2016 for GBP202 million, completing our exit from the US
Financial strength
- cash and available facilities of GBP564 million at 30 June 2016 (31 December 2015: GBP588 million)
- weighted average debt maturity of 7.2 years, with only GBP168 million of refinancing required through to the end of 2017
- substantial headroom on our debt covenants. By way of an example, a 25 per cent fall in capital values and 10 per
cent fall in income would only require an equity cure of GBP84 million
- high quality income streams with financially secure tenants and a weighted average unexpired lease term of 7.7 years
- 100 per cent ownership of key assets, valued at GBP6.7 billion, including intu Trafford Centre, intu Lakeside and intu
Merry Hill
Property valuation
The property valuation surplus of GBP5 million for the six months includes a like-for-like surplus of GBP55 million (0.6 per cent).
The IPD monthly retail index decreased by 1.1 per cent over the same period. Stamp duty on UK commercial property
increased in the period from 4 per cent to 5 per cent and both intu and IPD figures are stated after a 1 per cent negative
impact as the valuers have reflected this change in their purchaser's cost assumptions.
The GBP55 million like-for-like surplus was offset by a GBP44 million reduction in the value of the Charter Place extension to intu
Watford. We expect this reduction to reverse as the development progresses, particularly once intu Watford and Charter
Place are valued as a single asset rather than separately, as at present. The valuation of intu Watford does not, at this point
in the development of Charter Place, reflect any of the positive impact of the extension on rental values of the existing
centre. We have estimated this impact at 1 to 2 per cent of the overall project costs.
In addition to the GBP5 million surplus, we recorded a GBP35 million gain on acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry
Hill, with the terms reflecting our favourable position as the owner of the other half.
In recognition of the uncertainty resulting from the EU referendum outcome, the valuers have included the following
statement in their valuation reports. 'Since the referendum date it has not been possible to gauge the effect of this decision
by reference to transactions in the market place. The probability of our opinion of value exactly coinciding with the price
achieved, were there to be a sale, has reduced.'
Net rental income outlook
In our centres, we are continuing with our strategy to optimise asset performance, move forward with the development
pipeline and make the brand count. Following the strong first half performance of a 7.5 per cent like-for-like increase, we are
raising our guidance on the growth in like-for-like net rental income for 2016 to the 3 per cent to 4 per cent range, subject to
no material tenant failures, an increase of 1 per cent on previous guidance. As previously stated, we expect the growth to be
weighted to the first half of 2016 because of the pattern of tenant events in the year.
It is too early for the full consequences of the EU vote to emerge, although the likelihood of macro-economic weakness has
increased. However, since 23 June 2016, our footfall has been in line with the first six months and we have continued to
engage with tenants on new space and sign leases, exchanging 27 leases.
Key financial highlights(1)
Six months ended Six months ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015
Net rental income (GBPm)(2) 219.4 207.6
Underlying earnings (GBPm) 99.5 88.7
Property revaluation surplus (GBPm)(2) 5.2 162.2
Profit for the period (GBPm) 48.1 262.3
Earnings per share (diluted, adjusted) (pence) 7.5 6.8
Dividend per share (pence) 4.6 4.6
As at As at
30 June 2016 31 December 2015
Market value of investment properties (GBPm)(2) 10,147 9,602
Net external debt (GBPm)(2) 4,507 4,139
Net asset value per share (diluted, adjusted) (pence) 405 404
Debt to asset ratio (per cent)(2) 44 43
(1) Please refer to glossary for definition of terms.
(2) Including Group's share of joint ventures.
Our results for the period show growth in net rental income, underlying earnings and property valuation:
- strong like-for-like growth of 7.5 per cent driving a total increase of 6 per cent in net rental income
- profit for the period of GBP48 million includes underlying earnings, GBP5 million property revaluation surplus, GBP74 million gain on
the sale of our interest in Equity One, GBP35 million gain on acquisition of intu Merry Hill and GBP131 million revaluation deficit
on derivative financial instruments largely interest rate swaps. 2015 profit for the period was GBP262 million and included
underlying earnings, GBP162 million property revaluation surplus and GBP32 million favourable derivative financial instruments movement
- underlying earnings per share increased by 10 per cent to 7.5 pence (2015: 6.8 pence)
- net asset value per share (diluted, adjusted) is 405 pence, an increase of 1 penny, delivering a total financial return in the
period of 3 per cent including dividend
- debt to assets ratio increased by 1 per cent to 44 per cent following the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu
Merry Hill. The interest cover ratio strengthened from 1.91x in 2015 to 1.99x in 2016
UK MARKET REVIEW
Investment market
Our top quality prime shopping centres remain attractive to global investors. Their regional locations along with a consumer
focus result in their value being less volatile than the Central London commercial property market.
Development of prime retail property remains low resulting in limited supply for occupiers and potential upward pressure on
rental values in prime locations.
Occupier market
We are seeing retailers continue their expansion and upsizing in our prime high footfall retail destinations.
International retailers appreciate the attractiveness of the UK market offering high sales densities. In the previous few years
we have seen the likes of Smiggle, Tiger and Kiko enter the UK market and rapidly expand to achieve a manageable scale.
They have recently been followed by homewares brand Sostrene Grene from Denmark and accessories retailer Lovisa from
Australia opening their first stores.
We are also seeing more aspirational lifestyle and fashion brands recognising that their business model works in shopping
centres which offer high ABC1 demographics. Brands such as Jack Wills, Joules and Cath Kidston are expanding in this
space along with premium travel operators like Kuoni.
Finally, the established UK and international retailers continue to increase their space in our centres and roll out sub-brands.
Inditex are upsizing their space for Zara but in addition are now rolling out Stradivarius and Pull and Bear whilst New Look
are putting their New Look Men fascia in stand-alone stores to highlight this offering and increase their share in the
menswear market.
Retailer administrations in the period were BHS (10 units) and Austin Reed (two units), amounting to around 1 per cent of
intu's rent roll. All the BHS stores are still trading but Austin Reed has closed. Of the BHS units, we have already acquired
one store and served break notices on two which we expect to take back in August. The remaining stores are all in good
locations and we have plans and tenant interest for all of them.
Consumer market
Unemployment remains at low levels and with wage growth rising faster than inflation shoppers have improved levels of
disposable income. The Asda benchmark index shows their measure of household income 7 per cent higher than the
previous year.
Retail spending growth, as shown by the British Retail Consortium like-for-like non-food retail sales, has slowed in the last
few months reflecting the general economy, recording an average growth rate of 1.4 per cent in the first six months of 2016.
OPERATING REVIEW
Optimising asset performance
Valuation
The like-for-like valuation surplus on our investment property, including the Group's share of joint ventures, was 0.6 per cent
(GBP55.2 million) in the period, significantly ahead of the IPD monthly retail index which reported a 1.1 per cent decrease. Both
these measures include the impact of a 1 per cent increase in stamp duty in the period.
Our like-for-like valuation surplus represents improvements in retail and leisure mix along with the tightening supply of
vacant units driving increases in expected future rental values. This is more pronounced in centres where we have improved
the mix of catering, retail and leisure and now have minimal vacancy, in particular at intu Chapelfield, intu Derby and intu
Eldon Square.
The total valuation surplus in the period was GBP5.2 million, including the impact of developments, as set out in the table
below.
In terms of market movements it should be noted that, following the EU referendum vote, the valuers have included the
following statement in their valuation reports. 'Since the referendum date it has not been possible to gauge the effect of this
decision by reference to transactions in the market place. The probability of our opinion of value exactly coinciding with the
price achieved, were there to be a sale, has reduced'. Further detail is given in note 14.
The valuation of our portfolio is now spread over three valuers, Cushman & Wakefield, CBRE and Knight Frank, following a
tender exercise in the period. This has resulted in one third of our assets being valued by different firms of valuers. Some of
the figures in the table below are therefore not fully comparable as there are differences in approach between the firms in
how they look at rental value and equivalent yield components of a valuation.
The weighted average nominal equivalent yield at 30 June 2016 was 5.01 per cent, a reduction of 13 basis points in the
period, reflecting our asset management initiatives, reducing vacancy and long average unexpired lease terms. Based on
the gross portfolio value, the net initial yield "topped-up" for the expiry of rent free periods was 4.49 per cent.
On a like-for-like basis, ERV decreased by 0.1 per cent in the period, from three centres impacted by the difference in
approach from the change in valuer. Excluding these, the movement is similar to the IPD index which indicated a 0.5 per
cent increase in the period.
First half Second half First half
2016 2015 2015
Group(1) revaluation surplus (like-for-like) +0.6% +2.1% +1.9%
IPD(2) capital growth -1.1% +1.6% +1.2%
Group(1) weighted average nominal equivalent yield 5.01% 5.14% 5.25%
Change in Group nominal equivalent yield -13bp -11bp -7bp
IPD(2) equivalent yield shift 4bp -10bp -13bp
Group(1) "topped-up" initial yield (EPRA) 4.49% 4.52% 4.55%
Group(1) change in like-for-like ERV -0.1% +1.0% +0.6%
IPD(2) change in rental value index +0.5% +0.6% +0.1%
(1) Including Group's share of joint ventures.
(2) IPD monthly index, retail.
The table below shows the main components of the GBP5.2 million overall valuation surplus:
Market value Like-for-like
30 June 31 December Surplus/ Surplus/
2016 2015 (deficit) (deficit)
GBPm GBPm GBPm %
intu Chapelfield 294.5 272.5 22.5 8
intu Lakeside 1,358.0 1,334.0 21.2 2
intu Derby 466.0 447.0 16.7 4
intu Eldon Square 313.7 299.7 9.2 3
intu Potteries 169.0 175.1 (7.5) (4)
intu Braehead 573.5 585.5 (12.7) (2)
Other like-for-like 6,397.6 6,344.2 5.8 –
Total like-for-like 9,572.3 9,458.0 55.2 1
Acquisition: intu Merry Hill (50%) 444.6 – – n/a
Developments 130.1 144.4 (50.0) n/a
Investment and development property
including Group's share of joint ventures 10,147.0 9,602.4 5.2 n/a
- intu Chapelfield: strong demand linked with limited vacant units and improvements to the tenant mix drive rental values
and have further enhanced the centre's prime status in its catchment
- intu Lakeside: completion of new leases for those that expired in 2015 adds certainty to the income streams going
forward as well as providing evidence for growth in future rental levels
- intu Derby: rental value improvements on the prime malls along with near 100 per cent occupancy continue to drive
asset values. The value of the centre has increased by 17 per cent in our two years of ownership
- intu Eldon Square: benefit of improved leisure, with Grey's Quarter about to open fully let, along with improved tenant
mix and minimal vacancy have a favourable impact on the attractiveness of this centre
- intu Potteries: evidence from the sale of similar assets in early 2016 has led to an adjustment in the yield profile on this centre
- intu Braehead: continuation of the less buoyant occupier and investment market in Scotland has resulted in a reduction
in value of this centre
- developments: since December 2015, the previously income producing properties of Charter Place have been
demolished and the site is now valued on a risk adjusted cash flow model leading to a deficit which we expect to reverse
as the development progresses
UK operating metrics
First half Full year First half
2016 2015 2015
Occupancy 96.1% 95.8% 95.1%
- of which, occupied by tenants trading in administration 1% 1% 1%
Like-for-like change in net rental income +7.5% +1.8% -1.0%
Leasing activity
- number, new rent 82, GBP16m 239, GBP45m 96, GBP17m
- new rent relative to previous passing 7% above 10% above 12% above
Footfall +1.3%* +0.3% +0.7%()*
Retailer sales (like-for-like centres) +0.2% +2.5% +3.4%
Rent to estimated sales (exc. anchors and major space users) 12.5% 12.5% 12.3%
(*) excluding centres with significant development projects; including all centres first half 2016 +0.7%; first half 2015 +0.0%.
Occupancy is 96.1 per cent, 1.0 per cent ahead of 30 June 2015. Five UK centres now have occupancy above 98 per cent.
The 3.9 per cent vacancy rate compares favourably to PMA's unit vacancy measure for 'big shopping centres in big towns'
of 8.7 per cent.
Like-for-like net rental income was 7.5 per cent higher than the same period in 2015 due to the improved occupancy, rental
growth from new lettings and rent reviews and reconfigured units coming back on stream, analysed as follows:
First half
2016
%
Capital investment 0.9
Reduced vacancy 1.9
Rent reviews, improved letting and turnover income 2.3
Other letting activity (e.g. reduced bad debt; surrender premiums) 2.4
Total like-for-like net rental income 7.5
As previously stated, we expected the growth to be weighted to the first half of 2016.
Change in like-for-like net rental income
The chart is available from the announcement via the intu group website
We agreed 82 new long-term leases in the period, amounting to GBP16 million new annual rent, at an average of 7 per cent
above previous passing rent (like-for-like units) and in line with valuers' assumptions. Retailers continue to focus on
increasing their space in prime, high footfall retail destinations. Significant activity in the period includes:
- new international brands continuing to expand in the UK. Danish homewares retailer Sostrene Grene opened its first UK
store at intu Victoria Centre, Australian accessories retailer Lovisa signed one of its first UK leases at intu Bromley and
Victoria's Secret continued its roll out at St David's, Cardiff
- premium fashion and lifestyle brands expanding with Joules and Kuoni at intu Bromley, Cath Kidston and Nespresso at
Cribbs Causeway and Jack Wills at intu Milton Keynes
- established fashion retailers upsizing and rolling out more of their brands. New Look are increasing their space at intu
Trafford Centre as well as the continued roll out of New Look Men with their largest store to date to open at intu
Metrocentre. Zara have opened their new larger store at intu Trafford Centre as well as introducing Stradivarius, Pull and
Bear and Zara Home and at intu Lakeside, Next are increasing their store size by 10,000 sq. ft. to 71,000 sq. ft.
- 88 new shops opened or refitted in our UK centres in the first half of 2016, around 3 per cent of our 2,800 units. Tenants
have invested around GBP36 million in these stores, a significant demonstration of their commitment to our centres
Our pipeline of leases in solicitors' hands at the start of July 2016 was 106, a similar level to the 123 at the start of July 2015
taking into account the lower vacancy in 2016. Since the announcement of the vote to leave the EU we have seen no
discernible impact in the positive leasing momentum, exchanging 27 new leases since 23 June 2016.
We settled 180 rent reviews in the period for new rents totalling GBP38 million, an average uplift of 10 per cent on the previous rents.
We are pleased to see that our shopping centres, offering a day out experience, delivered footfall increases of 1.3 per cent
against the same period in 2015. The Experian measure of UK national retail footfall is down by 1.7 per cent for the same period.
Estimated retailer sales in our centres were up 0.2 per cent. The ratio of rents to estimated sales for standard units
remained static in the period at 12.5 per cent.
The difference between annual property income (see glossary) of GBP475 million and ERV of GBP554 million represents GBP42
million from vacant units and reversion of GBP37 million, 8 per cent, from rent reviews and lease expiry. Of the 8 per cent
reversion,1 per cent is only realisable on expiry of leases with over 10 years remaining (e.g. anchor units), leaving 7 per cent
realisable from other lease expiries and rent reviews.
The weighted average unexpired lease term is 7.7 years (31 December 2015: 7.9 years). 92 per cent of our top 40 tenants,
over 50 per cent of the rent roll, have a below average risk profile according to Experian Delphi bands, illustrating our strong
and stable long dated income streams.
UK development momentum
We continue to progress our near-term development pipeline in the UK, key milestones in the period include:
- spent GBP23 million in the period on active asset management projects including the completion of the catering
developments at intu Metrocentre (nine restaurants) and intu Bromley (five restaurants), both opening fully let
- on target for opening 20 new restaurants at intu Eldon Square in Autumn 2016 with 19 pre-let
- completed the demolition work and signed and commenced the main contract for the GBP178 million extension of intu Watford
- agreed the contract with Parques Reunidos to create a 50,000 sq. ft. Nickelodeon themed indoor family
entertainment centre to anchor the GBP70 million leisure extension at intu Lakeside
Our focus is on prime out-of-town and city centre locations where we continue to see strong demand and can deliver value-
enhancing returns on development projects. Other than in respect of projects committed, we maintain the optionality to bring
projects forward as and when the required level of pre-lets are achieved.
Near-term pipeline
Our UK development pipeline through to the end of 2019 amounts to GBP529 million.
Cost to completion
GBPm Total 2016 2017 2018 2019
Committed – intu Watford 163 41 72 50 –
Committed – active asset management 49 41 6 2 –
Pipeline - active asset management 189 33 47 42 67
Major extensions and redevelopments 128 10 – 36 82
Total UK 529 125 125 130 149
Spain* 187 10 25 71 81
Total 716 135 150 201 230
(*) Assumes 50 per cent joint venture partner for intu Costa del Sol. More detail on Spain figures are in the near-term pipeline
table in the 'Seizing the growth opportunity in Spain' section, below.
We are committed to spend GBP212 million through to the end of 2018, equivalent to approximately 2 per cent of our asset
base:
- at intu Watford we have commenced the main contract on the 400,000 sq. ft. extension due to be completed in late
2018. This GBP178 million project has GBP163 million cost to completion. The extension will be anchored by Debenhams and
Cineworld with New Look, H&M, YO! Sushi, Thaikhun and TGI Friday signing up in the last six months. This takes pre-
lets to nearly 60 per cent and significantly de-risks the project. As previously stated, the project is expected to deliver a
return on cost of 6 to 7 per cent, including 1 to 2 per cent generated through the existing centre
- active asset management projects total GBP49 million and include the recently announced redevelopment of Halle Square
at Manchester Arndale to create a casual dining destination in the heart of Manchester and the cost to completion of
projects such as the Grey's Quarter restaurant development at intu Eldon Square and the hotel at intu Lakeside.
Our pipeline of active asset management projects amount to GBP189 million. We would expect to generate a stabilised initial
yield on cost of 6 to10 per cent on these projects and we have the flexibility to start these projects when we have the
required level of pre-lets. Projects include:
- at intu Merry Hill we have several projects to deliver the investment strategy we reiterated with our recent acquisition of
the remaining 50 per cent of the centre. These include right sizing a number of anchors and major space users, which
in turn will reduce the number of smaller units, and repositioning the catering and leisure offering
- at Barton Square, adjacent to intu Trafford Centre, we have exercised the right to take back the BHS unit which will
enable us to re-let the space and commence the project to enclose Barton Square
- at intu Metrocentre we are developing proposals for reconfiguring one of the malls to right size units and reduce the
number of smaller units
Major extensions and redevelopments total GBP128 million:
- at intu Lakeside we have signed Nickelodeon to anchor the leisure extension. This project has now been split into two
phases, with the GBP70 million first phase centred on the Nickelodeon themed indoor family entertainment centre along
with two other leisure uses and ten new restaurants. With the planning approval already in place, we are progressing
the leisure lettings and would expect to be on site in 2017. Phase one of this project is expected to generate a stabilised
initial yield on cost of 6 per cent
- at intu Broadmarsh we are in the detailed design phase, before commencing this GBP75 million redevelopment (GBP45 million
to 2019). Subject to the required level of pre-lets we would expect the build phase of this project to commence in 2017
and deliver a stabilised initial yield on cost of 6 to 8 per cent
Future opportunities
Beyond 2019, we continue to work on securing the required planning approvals and tenant demand to bring forward the
aggregate GBP1.2 billion of projects. This includes major extensions at intu Lakeside, intu Braehead, Cribbs Causeway and intu
Victoria Centre, and upgrades and remodelling of intu Milton Keynes. All these major projects will be expected to deliver a
stabilised initial yield on cost of around 7 per cent.
Funding
We will fund our near-term pipeline from cash and available facilities and from recycling capital, such as the sale of our
interest in Equity One earlier this year, to deliver superior returns. At 30 June 2016 we had cash and available facilities of
GBP564 million.
Further recycling potential lies in the introduction of partners into some of our centres. In addition, to fund the future
opportunities we expect to raise finance on near-term projects as they complete.
Making the brand count
Over the last three years we have created a national brand that our shoppers and retailers know and understand. By
combining our scale, expertise and insight to create compelling experiences we are seeing the benefit of the brand grow
year on year. The independent measure of our unprompted brand awareness has increased to 21 per cent from 16 per cent
at the start of the year, and 7 per cent in early 2015 when we started measuring it.
Our efforts have also been recognised by the shopping centre industry, winning significant awards in 2016. These include
five BSCS Opal Awards for commercialisation, two BSCS Purple Apple Marketing Awards, four Sceptre Awards, including
the highest honour, the Grand Prix awarded for best overall owner/managing agent for a second consecutive year, and the
best new multichannel retailing concept at the Global Retail and Leisure Industry Awards.
intu Experiences, our in-house team which delivers immersive brand partnerships, mall commercialisation and advertising,
generates income of GBP20 million per annum. A greater share of this revenue is now from media and promotional activity
rather than traditional mall kiosks, thereby enhancing the customer experience. It also introduces new concepts to shopping
centres, blurring the lines between short and long-term lettings, including a small format DFS concept store at intu Bromley
and car showroom pop-ups, such as Mercedes Benz, across the portfolio.
Digital connectivity
Wifi registrations at our centres have continued to grow steadily to over three million individuals. We are still seeing
approximately 60 per cent of registrants opt in to marketing communications and offers which, along with sign-ups through
other channels, has increased our active marketing database to 2.3 million individuals.
Traffic to intu.co.uk continues to grow with over 26 million website visits in the last 12 months, an increase of 23 per cent on
the previous year. We now have more than 440 affiliate retailers trading on our transactional website, giving customers'
access to the majority of our retailers online and in centre and our retailers an additional sales channel.
The power of our digital offering is producing increased sales through intu.co.uk and demand from retailers for email
marketing campaigns using the intu platform.
Events with a difference
We have a national events programme giving customers reasons to come more often and stay longer which in turn provides
retailers with enhanced footfall and sales opportunities. Our fourth annual 'Everyone's Invited' festival, focusing heavily on
the family audience, showed footfall increasing by 5 per cent for the weekend compared with the same event weekend in
2015.
With over half of the UK's population visiting an intu centre at some point through the year, we are increasingly working with
global brands on a national basis to provide high-quality promotional events, both physically and digitally. In the first half of
2016 we partnered with Dreamworks to promote their film Kung Fu Panda 3 over the February half-term holiday and
Nickelodeon over the Easter holidays.
World Class Service
Our net promoter score, a measure of customer satisfaction from the Tell intu programme, in the first half of 2016 increased
by 9 points to 74 compared with the same period in 2015. The 11,000 Tell intu surveys completed in the period are also
fundamental in supplying customer feedback into the centre improvement plans.
Commitment to the community
Our corporate responsibility approach is based on the three pillars of communities and economic contribution, environmental
efficiency and relationships with our stakeholders.
Our Gross Value Added, a recognised measurement of an organisation's total economic contribution, was GBP4.2 billion in
2015, an increase of GBP700 million from 2014. We support 121,000 jobs nationally and a total wage bill of GBP1.6 billion with 4
per cent of the UK's total retail employment currently working at our centres.
Environmentally we strive to continue to reduce carbon emissions and divert waste from landfills.
We remain the only shopping centre operator, and one of only 33 companies nationally, to achieve the Business in the
Community CommunityMark award which recognises our integrated and strategic approach to community investment and
that we are making a measurable difference to communities through our commitments.
Seizing the growth opportunity in Spain
Our Spanish strategy is to create a business of scale through acquisitions to date and our pipeline of development projects.
Concentrating on the top 10 key catchments, we aim to establish a market leading position in the country through ownership
and management of prime shopping resorts. We own and manage two top 10 Spanish centres and have four development
sites with the most advanced project being intu Costa del Sol.
Operational performance
The Spanish economy continues to grow with high customer confidence, increasing retailer sales, improving house prices
and GDP growth. Our two centres, intu Asturias and Puerto Venecia, Zaragoza, are benefitting from these improvements
with footfall and retailer sales both up by 2 per cent in the period.
The main malls of both centres are almost fully let. Occupancy at intu Asturias is 99 per cent and Puerto Venecia is 95 per
cent where we have a small amount of vacancy in the retail park.
We agreed 16 new long-term lettings in the period, amounting to EUR1 million new annual rent, at an average of 16 per cent
above previous passing rent (like-for-like units) and in line with valuers' assumptions. New names to our centres included
Snipes and Joma Sport.
We have increased the value of our two centres with our share of Puerto Venecia valued at EUR234 million, an increase of EUR8
million, 4 per cent, and our share of intu Asturias increased by EUR10 million, 8 per cent, to EUR131 million. The investment
market in Spain remains strong with continued demand for quality shopping centres.
Near-term pipeline
Cost to completion
GBPm Total 2016 2017 2018 2019
Committed 4 2 2 – –
Pipeline 19 3 7 5 4
intu Costa del Sol* 164 5 16 66 77
Total 187 10 25 71 81
(*) Assumes 50 per cent joint venture partner, but may consider development finance instead. intu's share of total cost of intu Costa del Sol GBP220 million through
to 2020.
Committed and pipeline capital expenditure is mainly focused on intu Asturias where we have planning approval for a
previously under-utilised development area and are looking at some reconfiguration of other units.
Our plan for intu Costa del Sol, just outside Málaga, is to develop a shopping resort of around 175,000 sq. m. to target the
three million residents and 10 million annual tourists to the region. We have received the required planning approval from
the local (Torremolinos) town hall and expect the final approval from the regional government by the end of the year. We
have strong interest from potential tenants and would anticipate being on site in 2017. The total cost of the development is
expected to be around EUR600 million, including the EUR70 million already incurred by intu, and deliver a stabilised initial yield of
7 per cent.
Future opportunities
We continue to develop plans at the three other sites in Valencia, Palma and Vigo, with intu Valencia being the most likely to
follow intu Costa del Sol.
Acquisitions and disposals
Acquisitions
In June 2016 we completed the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of the intu Merry Hill estate from QIC for GBP410
million. A GBP500 million loan, maturing in 2018, has been arranged and replaces the GBP191 million loan which was secured on
the 50 per cent originally held and due to mature in 2017. The balance of the consideration was met from intu's existing
resources.
100 per cent of this asset was independently valued at GBP889 million at 22 June 2016. As the fair value of the net assets
acquired exceeded the consideration, this results in a gain on acquisition of GBP35 million.
We believe the centre presents a significant opportunity to re-engineer and update the tenant mix. Encouraging large
flagship formats and reducing the number of smaller units will make the centre more attractive to retailers and customers,
and improve the rental tone. This strategy is similar to that which has been successfully implemented at intu Trafford Centre
and intu Lakeside.
Disposals
In January 2016 we disposed of our interest in Equity One for GBP202 million to complete our exit from the US allowing us to
focus on our core shopping centres, realising a gain on disposal of GBP74 million. The disposal price was $26 per share.
TOP PROPERTIES
Annual Headline
Market Size % Number property rent ABC1
value (sq. ft. 000) ownership of stores income ITZA customers Key stores
Super-regional centres
intu Trafford GBP2,305m 1,973 100% 234 GBP84.8m GBP425 72% Debenhams, Topshop, Selfridges,
Centre John Lewis, Next, Apple, Ted
Baker, Victoria's Secret, Odeon,
Legoland Discovery Centre, Sea
Life, H&M, Hamleys, Marks &
Spencer, Zara,
intu Lakeside GBP1,358m 1,435 100% 249 GBP57.5m GBP355 69% House of Fraser, Debenhams,
Marks & Spencer, Topshop, Zara,
Primark, Forever 21, Vue, Hamleys,
Victoria's Secret
intu GBP952m 2,073 90% 318 GBP48.8m GBP280 56% House of Fraser, Marks & Spencer,
Metrocentre Debenhams, Apple, H&M, Topshop,
Zara, Primark, River Island, Odeon
intu Merry Hill GBP890m 1,671 100% 213 GBP45.1m GBP180 42% Marks & Spencer, Debenhams,
Topshop, Primark, Sainsbury's,
Next, Asda, Boots, H&M, Odeon
intu Braehead GBP574m 1,126 100% 122 GBP26.9m GBP250* 63% Marks & Spencer, Primark, Apple,
Next, H&M, Topshop, Hollister,
Superdry, Sainsbury's, David's
Bridal
Cribbs GBP245m 1,075 33% 153 GBP11.9m GBP305 73% John Lewis, Marks & Spencer,
Causeway Apple, Next, Topshop, Timberland,
Jigsaw, Hobbs, Hugo Boss, H&M
In-town centres
intu Derby GBP466m 1,300 100% 182 GBP29.9m GBP118 50% Marks & Spencer, Debenhams,
Sainsbury's, Next, Boots, Topshop,
Cinema de Lux, Zara, H&M
Manchester GBP444m 1,600 48% 249 GBP22.7m GBP275 51% Harvey Nichols, Apple, Burberry, LK
Arndale Bennett, Topshop, Next, Ugg, Hugo
Boss, Superdry, Zara, Hollister
St David's, GBP367m 1,391 50% 204 GBP16.0m GBP212 56% John Lewis, Debenhams, Marks &
Cardiff Spencer, Apple, Hollister, Hugo
Boss, H&M, River Island, Hamleys,
Primark
intu Victoria GBP361m 976 100% 113 GBP19.4m GBP250 58% House of Fraser, John Lewis, Next,
Centre Topshop, River Island, Boots,
Urban Outfitters, Superdry, Office
intu Watford GBP340m 726 93% 137 GBP18.0m GBP220 88% John Lewis, Marks & Spencer,
Apple, Zara, Primark, Next,
Lakeland, Phase Eight, Lego, H&M,
Topshop, New Look
intu Eldon GBP314m 1,350 60% 140 GBP14.8m GBP308 60% John Lewis, Fenwick, Debenhams,
Square Waitrose, Apple, Hollister, Topshop,
Boots, River Island, Next, Marks &
Spencer
Annual
Market Size % Number property
value (sq. m. 000) ownership of stores income Key stores
Spanish centres
Puerto EUR234m 119 50% 203 EUR11.7m El Corte Inglés, Primark, Ikea,
Venecia, Apple, Decathlon, Cinesa, Zara,
Hollister, Toys R Us, H&M,
Zaragoza Mediamarkt, Fnac
intu Asturias EUR131m 75 50% 136 EUR7.5m Primark, Zara, H&M, Fnac,
Mediamarkt, Cinesa, Eroski,
Mango, Springfield, Desigual
*The amount presented is on the Scottish ITZA basis, the English equivalent is GBP335.
FINANCIAL REVIEW
Presentation of information
The Group accounts for its interests in joint ventures using the equity method as required by IFRS 11 Joint Arrangements.
This means that the income statement and the balance sheet include single lines for the Group's total share of post-tax
profit and the net investment in joint ventures respectively.
Management both review and monitor the business, including the Group's share of joint ventures, on an individual line basis
rather than a post-tax profit or net investment basis and therefore the figures and commentary presented are consistent with
this management approach. The other information section gives reconciliations between the two bases.
Underlying amounts exclude valuation movements, exceptional items and related tax and are presented as they are
considered to be a key measure of the Group's performance, an industry standard comparable measure and an indication of
the extent to which dividend payments are supported by underlying operations. The underlying profit statement is presented
in full in the other information section and a reconciliation from IFRS to underlying figures is given in note 12(c).
Like-for-like amounts are also presented as they indicate operating performance as distinct from the impact of transactions.
In respect of property, like-for-like is that which has been owned throughout both periods without significant capital
expenditure in either period, so that income can be compared on a like-for-like basis. For the purposes of comparison of
capital values, this will also include assets owned at the previous reporting period end but not throughout the prior period.
Further analysis is presented in the other information section.
OVERVIEW
Positive like-for-like net rental income has resulted in increases to both underlying earnings and NAV per share:
- underlying earnings of GBP99.5 million, up 12 per cent on 2015 mainly reflecting the growth in net rental income
- underlying earnings per share of 7.5 pence, up 10 per cent on 2015
- NAV per share of 405 pence; total financial return for the six month period of 3 per cent
Financing metrics remain strong due to recent refinancing activity:
- debt to assets ratio at 44.4 per cent (31 December 2015: 43.1 per cent), below the Group's target maximum level of 50
per cent
- interest cover ratio of 1.99x (31 December 2015: 1.91x), above the Group's target minimum level of 1.60x
- cash and available facilities of GBP563.7 million (31 December 2015: GBP588.4 million) remains high
Major transactions:
- on 19 January 2016 the Group disposed of its interest in Equity One, a US venture, receiving GBP201.9 million
- on 22 June 2016 the Group acquired the remaining 50 per cent of the Merry Hill estate for GBP410.7 million. A GBP500 million
loan has been arranged, with a 2018 maturity, replacing the GBP191 million facility that was secured on the 50 per cent
originally held
RESULTS FOR THE SIX MONTHS ENDED 30 JUNE 2016
Income statement
Six months ended Six months ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015
Profit for the period (GBPm) 48.1 262.3
Underlying earnings (GBPm) 99.5 88.7
Underlying EPS (pence) 7.5 6.8
Net rental income(1)(GBPm) 219.4 207.6
(1) Including Group's share of joint ventures.
The Group recorded a profit for the period of GBP48.1 million, a reduction on the GBP262.3 million reported for the six months
ended 30 June 2015. This was primarily due to a lower gain on property valuations of GBP5.2 million (six months ended 30
June 2015: GBP162.2 million) as well as change in fair value of financial instruments, a charge of GBP130.6 million (six months
ended 30 June 2015: credit of GBP32.2 million). This is partially offset by the realisation of the accounting gain on sale of the
interest in Equity One of GBP74.1 million and a gain on acquisition of GBP34.8 million relating to intu Merry Hill.
Underlying earnings increased by GBP10.8 million to GBP99.5 million with underlying earnings per share increasing by 10 per cent
to 7.5 pence.
Underlying earnings bridge
The chart is available from the announcement via the intu group website
The principal components of the change in underlying earnings are as follows:
- like-for-like net rental income increased by GBP15.0 million, 7.5 per cent, driven by increased occupancy, improving rental
levels from new lettings and rent reviews and the benefits of unit reconfigurations
- the disposal of 50 per cent of Puerto Venecia in September 2015 reduced total net rental income
- net finance costs reduced by GBP3.9 million reflecting revised terms agreed on the SGS term loan, reduced drawdown on
the RCF and the impact of the 50 per cent disposal of Puerto Venecia in September 2015
- ongoing administration expenses increased by GBP2.0 million, largely due to the management of recent acquisitions
- other includes a reduction of GBP3.4 million in dividend income following the sale of our interest in Equity One in January 2016
As detailed in the table below, the Group's net rental income margin including share of joint ventures has improved to 89.3
per cent due to lower void costs and bad debt and lease incentive write-offs. Property operating expenses largely comprise
car park operating costs and the Group's contribution to shopping centre marketing programmes. The Group's ratio of total
costs to income, as calculated in accordance with EPRA guidelines, remains low at 17.3 per cent.
Six months ended Six months ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015
GBPm GBPm
Gross rental income 258.8 253.2
Head rent payable (13.0) (11.5)
245.8 241.7
Net service charge expense and void rates (11.0) (13.0)
Bad debt and lease incentive write-offs (1.0) (4.6)
Property operating expense (14.4) (16.5)
Net rental income 219.4 207.6
Net rental income margin 89.3% 85.9%
EPRA cost ratio (including direct vacancy costs) 17.3% 20.2%
Balance sheet
The Group's net assets attributable to shareholders have decreased by GBP107.1 million to GBP4,869.3 million at 30 June 2016
reflecting the increase in the derivative financial instruments liability.
Net assets (diluted, adjusted) have increased by GBP17.3 million from 31 December 2015 to GBP5,428.5 million at 30 June 2016.
30 June 31 December
2016 2015
Group Group
Group balance Share of including including
sheet as joint share of joint share of joint
presented ventures ventures ventures
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Investment and development property 9,403.0 718.7 10,121.7 9,523.7
Investment in joint ventures 574.3 (574.3) – –
Investment in associates and other investments 57.4 – 57.4 265.0
Net external debt (4,371.7) (135.5) (4,507.2) (4,139.1)
Derivative financial instruments (466.7) (5.4) (472.1) (340.5)
Other assets and liabilities (251.9) (3.5) (255.4) (254.2)
Net assets 4,944.4 – 4,944.4 5,054.9
Non-controlling interest (75.1) – (75.1) (78.5)
Attributable to shareholders 4,869.3 – 4,869.3 4,976.4
Fair value of derivative financial instruments
(net of tax) 466.7 – 466.7 322.1
Other adjustments 81.6 – 81.6 96.5
Effect of dilution 10.9 – 10.9 16.2
Net assets (diluted, adjusted) 5,428.5 – 5,428.5 5,411.2
Investment and development property has increased by GBP598.0 million primarily due to the acquisition of the remaining
50 per cent of intu Merry Hill of GBP444.7 million, capital expenditure of over GBP50 million, recognition of the leasehold on Charter
Place of GBP55.9 million, a GBP5.2 million valuation gain and GBP40.1 million favourable foreign exchange movement in the period.
Investments of GBP57.4 million represents the Group's interests in India. This largely comprises a 32 per cent interest in
Prozone (GBP38.6 million), a shopping centre developer listed on the Indian stock market, and a direct interest in Empire
(GBP18.2 million), owner and operator of a shopping centre in Aurangabad. The balance at 31 December 2015 included the
interest in Equity One disposed of in January 2016. See notes 16 and 17 for further details.
Net external debt is discussed in the cash flow and net external debt section below.
Derivative financial instruments comprise the fair value of the Group's interest rate swaps. The net liability at 30 June 2016
is GBP472.1 million, an increase of GBP131.6 million in the period, with the UK 10 year bond yield reducing from 1.418 per cent to
0.871 per cent. Cash payments in the period total GBP20.4 million, GBP12.7 million of which has been classified as an exceptional
finance cost as it relates to payments in respect of unallocated swaps. The balance of the payments has been included as
underlying finance costs as it relates to ongoing interest rate swaps used to hedge debt.
As previously detailed, the Group has a number of interest rate swaps, entered into some years ago, which are unallocated
due to a change in lenders' practice. At 30 June 2016 these swaps have a market value liability of GBP316.9 million
(31 December 2015: GBP239.1 million). It is estimated the Group will be required to make cash payments on these swaps of
GBP12 million in the second half of 2016, GBP28 million in 2017, reducing to below GBP20 million per annum in 2021.
The Group's investment in joint ventures, on an equity accounted basis, is GBP574.3 million at 30 June 2016 (31 December
2015: GBP991.9 million). The movement in the year reflects the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill, which
from the acquisition date is accounted for as a 100 per cent owned subsidiary.
The non-controlling interest at 30 June 2016 relates to our partner's 40 per cent stake in intu Metrocentre.
The Group is exposed to foreign exchange movements on its overseas investments. The Group's policy is to ensure that the
net exposure to foreign currency is less than 10 per cent of the Group's net assets attributable to shareholders. At 30 June
2016 the exposure was 4.6 per cent, lower than at 31 December 2015 due to the Group's disposal of Equity One in January 2016.
Adjusted net assets per share
As illustrated in the chart below, diluted, adjusted net assets of per share have increased from 404 pence per share at
31 December 2015 to 405 pence per share at 30 June 2016. The increase was driven principally by underlying earnings of
seven pence per share and the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill of three pence per share,
offset by a nine pence per share reduction from dividends paid in the period.
Adjusted net assets per share bridge
The chart is available from the announcement via the intu group website
Cash flow and net external debt
Six months ended Six months ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015
GBPm GBPm
Group cash flow as reported
Cash flows from operating activities 73.0 94.0
Cash flows from investing activities (244.8) (243.3)
Cash flows from financing activities 140.6 171.0
Foreign currency movements 1.1 (0.6)
Net (decrease)/increase in Group cash and cash equivalents (30.1) 21.1
During the six months ended 30 June 2016 the Group recorded a decrease in cash of GBP30.1 million.
Cash flow from operating activities of GBP73.0 million is GBP21.0 million below 2015, a result of negative working capital
movements mainly due to the timing of payments.
Cash flow from investing activities reflects the cash outflow for the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill
of GBP398.8 million, net of the cash acquired within the business, a cash inflow of GBP201.9 million related to the sale of the
interest in Equity One, and capital expenditure during the period of GBP57.0 million.
Cash flow from financing activities includes net debt drawdowns of GBP258.6 million primarily to fund the acquisition of the
remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry HIll. Dividends paid in cash during the period were GBP113.5 million.
30 June 2016 31 December 2015
GBPm GBPm
Net external debt (including Group's share of joint ventures)
Cash (including Group's share of joint ventures) 266.1 301.4
Debt (including Group's share of joint ventures) (4,773.3) (4,440.5)
Net external debt (including Group's share of joint ventures) (4,507.2) (4,139.1)
Net external debt (including Group's share of joint ventures) has increased by GBP368.1 million primarily from funding the
acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill. Cash including the Group's share of joint ventures has reduced by
GBP35.3 million and gross debt has increased by GBP332.8 million, reflecting the key cash flows above.
FINANCING
Debt structure
As a result of the significant refinancing activity in recent years, the Group has diversified its sources of funding. We now have
a range of debt instruments including CMBS and other secured bonds plus syndicated bank debt secured on individual or
pools of assets, with limited or non-recourse from the borrowing entities to other Group companies outside of these
arrangements. Corporate-level debt remains limited to the revolving credit facility and the GBP300 million convertible bond.
During 2016 the main financing activities undertaken included:
- in June the Group arranged a GBP500 million loan secured on intu Merry Hill, with a 2018 maturity, replacing the GBP191
million facility that was secured on the 50 per cent originally held
- in June the Group renegotiated its GBP351.8 million Secured Group Structure term loan, extending the maturity by
one year to March 2021
Debt maturity profile
The chart is available from the announcement via the intu group website
The chart above illustrates that there is no major refinancing requirement due until 2017.
The table below summarises the Group's main debt measures, all including the Group's share of joint ventures.
30 June 31 December
2016 2015
Debt to assets 44.4% 43.1%
Interest cover 1.99x 1.91x
Weighted average debt maturity 7.2 years 7.8 years
Weighted average cost of gross debt 4.5% 4.6%
Proportion of gross debt with interest rate protection 79% 86%
Cash and available facilities GBP563.7m GBP588.4m
The debt to assets ratio has increased slightly to 44.4 per cent since 31 December 2015 from the increases in net external
debt resulting from the acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill. The debt to assets ratio remains below the
Group's target maximum level of 50 per cent.
Interest cover ratio of 1.99x has increased slightly during the period reflecting the growth in like-for-like net rental income and
lower interest rates following recent debt refinancing and remains above the Group's targeted minimum level of 1.60x.
The weighted average debt maturity has reduced to 7.2 years, with the benefit from the extension of the SGS term loan being
offset by shorter dated refinancing secured on intu Merry Hill and drawings on the RCF.
The weighted average cost of gross debt has reduced to 4.5 per cent (excluding the revolving credit facility) reflecting the
lower rates achieved on recent refinancing activity and the lower interest cost on any unhedged debt.
The Group uses interest rate swaps to fix interest obligations, reducing any cash flow volatility caused by changes in interest
rates. The proportion of debt with interest rate protection has decreased slightly in the period to 79 per cent within the Group's
policy range of between 75 per cent and 100 per cent.
Covenants
Full details of the debt financial covenants are included in the financial covenants section of this report. The Group is in
compliance with all of its covenants. Stress testing our asset specific covenants for a 25 per cent fall in property values
along with a 10 per cent reduction in income shows that such a scenario would require an equity contribution of around GBP84 million.
Capital commitments
The Group has an aggregate cash commitment to capital projects of GBP212.0 million at 30 June 2016 including the Group's
share of joint ventures.
In addition to the committed expenditure, the Group has an identified uncommitted pipeline of active management projects,
major extensions and developments that may become committed over the next three years (see operating review).
OTHER INFORMATION
Tax policy position
Like all Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs), tax on property operating profits is paid at shareholder level to the UK
government rather than by intu itself. REIT status brings with it the requirement to operate within the rules of the REIT
regime (see glossary for further information).
As a good corporate citizen we believe that paying and collecting taxes is an important part of our role as a business and
our wider contribution to society. We are committed to acting with integrity and transparency in all tax matters and have an
open, up-front, and no surprises policy in dealing with HMRC, and as a result look to minimise the risk that anything that we
do could be considered to be tax avoidance. In particular, the Group carries out regular risk reviews, seeks pre-clearance
from HMRC in complex areas and actively engages in discussions on potential or proposed changes in the taxation system
that might affect the Group.
The Group pays tax directly on overseas earnings, any UK non-property income under the REIT rules, business rates, and
transaction taxes such as stamp duty land tax. In the six months ended 30 June 2016 the total of such payments to tax
authorities was GBP8.0 million, of which GBP7.5 million was in the UK and GBP0.5 million in Spain. In addition, the Group also
collects VAT, employment taxes and withholding tax on dividends for HMRC and the Spanish tax authorities.
Dividends
The Directors are recommending an interim dividend of 4.6 pence per share in line with the 2015 interim dividend. A scrip
dividend alternative may be offered. Details of the apportionment between the PID and non-PID elements per share will be
confirmed in due course.
PRINCIPAL RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES
intu's Board has responsibility for establishing the Group's appetite for risk based on the balance of potential risks and
returns, and has overall responsibility for identifying and managing risks.
The Board has updated its assessment of the principal risks facing the Group, including those that would impact the
business model, future performance, solvency or liquidity.
We have identified principal risks and uncertainties under five key headings: property market; financing; operations;
developments and acquisitions; and brand. These are discussed in detail on the following pages. A principal risk is one
which has the potential to significantly affect the Group's strategic objectives, financial position or future performance and
includes both internal and external factors. We monitor movements in likelihood and severity such that the risks are
appropriately mitigated in line with the Group's risk appetite.
Many of the risks to which the Group is exposed have remained broadly in line with 2015, as detailed in the 2015 Annual
report. The principal change in the period is the increased uncertainty in the UK economy and real estate markets following
the vote on 23 June 2016 for the UK to leave the European Union. Prior to the vote we reviewed the potential impacts in the
context of our long-term funding, long-term lease structures and flexibility to adjust uncommitted investment. The period of
uncertainty is likely to increase financial market volatility and may affect sentiment in the investment and occupier markets in
which we operate, the range of funding sources available to us and broader consumer confidence and expenditure.
Risk and impact Mitigation Increased 2016 commentary
Property market – - Focus on prime assets and upgrading Likelihood of macro-economic
Macro-economic assets weakness has increased with the UK's
Weakness in the macro- - Covenant headroom monitored and stress- vote to leave the European Union.
economic environment could tested There is increased uncertainty in
undermine rental income - Make representation on key policies, for relation to many factors that impact the
levels and property values, example business rates property investment and occupier
reducing return on markets. The independent valuers of
investment and covenant our property have commented that it
headroom has not yet been possible to gauge the
effect by reference to transactions but
that the probability of their opinion of
value exactly coinciding with the price
achieved, were there to be a sale, has
reduced.
— substantial covenant headroom (see
other information)
— no significant near term debt maturities
and average unexpired term of 7.2
years
— long term lease structures with
average unexpired term of 7.7 years
Static — letting pipeline at similar levels to 2015
Property market – - Active management of tenant mix Likelihood and severity of potential
Retail environment - Regular monitoring of tenant strength and impact are unchanged in the first half of
Failure to react to changes in diversity 2016 with intu's strategy continuing to
the retail environment could - Upgrading assets to meet demand, for deliver strong footfall numbers and
undermine intu's ability to example increased leisure offering occupancy
attract customers and - Tell intu customer feedback programme — significant progress on planning and
tenants helps identify changes in customer pre-letting of near-term pipeline with a
preferences focus on leisure and catering
- Work closely with retailers — digital investment to improve
- Digital strategy that embraces technology relevance as shopping habits change
and digital customer engagement. This — occupancy remains strong at 96 per
enables intu to engage in and support cent
multichannel retailing, and to take the — footfall steady and continues to be
opportunities offered by ecommerce ahead of benchmark
Strategic objectives - Optimise asset performance
affected: - UK development momentum
- Make the brand count
- Seize the growth opportunity in Spain
Operations – - Strong business process and procedures, Static Likelihood of potential impact has not
Health and safety supported by regular training and exercises
changed significantly during the first half of
Accidents or system failure - Annual audits of operational standards
leading to financial and/or 2016 however severity impacted by new
carried out internally and by external
reputational loss consultants enforcement structure
- Culture of visitor and staff safety — Maintenance of OHSAS 18001
- Crisis management and business certification, demonstrating consistent
continuity plans in place and tested health and safety management
- Retailer liaison and briefings process and procedures across the
portfolio
- Appropriate levels of insurance
— work continuing towards achieving ISO
- Staff succession planning and
9001, 14001 and 55001 accreditation
development in place to ensure continued
delivery of world class service
- Health and safety managers or
coordinators in all centres
Operations – - Data and cybersecurity strategies Static Likelihood unchanged, but severity of
Cybersecurity - Regular testing programme and cyber potential impact has reduced by
Loss of data and information scenario exercise significant development of tools and
or failure of key systems - Appropriate levels of insurance controls in the first half of 2016
resulting in financial and/or - Crisis management and business — ongoing Group-wide cybersecurity
reputational loss continuity plans in place and tested project with focus on proactive
- Data committee monitoring of technical infrastructure to
- Monitoring of regulatory environment and mitigate cyber threats
best practice
Risk and impact Mitigation 2016 commentary
Operations – - Strong business process and procedures, Static Overall likelihood and severity of potential
Terrorism supported by regular training and impact unchanged
Terrorist incident at an intu exercises, designed to adapt and respond — national threat level remains at Severe
centre or another major to changes in risk levels — major scenario exercises held at three
shopping centre resulting in - Annual audits of operational standards intu shopping centres with involvement
loss of consumer carried out internally and by external of multiple external agencies
confidence with consequent agencies — operating procedures in place for the
impact on lettings and - Culture of visitor and staff safety introduction of further security measures
rental growth - Crisis management and business if required
continuity plans in place and tested
- Retailer liaison and briefings
- Appropriate levels of insurance
- Strong relationships and frequent liaison
with police, NaCTSO and other agencies
Strategic objectives - Optimise asset performance
affected: - Make the brand count
Financing – - Funding strategy regularly reported to the Increased Likelihood of reduced availability increased
Availability of funds Board with current and projected funding by macro-economic uncertainty however
Reduced availability of position severity of potential impact unchanged
funds could limit liquidity, - Effective treasury management aimed at from 2015. Regular refinancing activity
leading to restriction of balancing long debt maturity profile and continuing to evidence the availability of
investing and operating diversification of sources of finance funding
activities and/or increase in - Consideration of financing plans including — new GBP500 million loan secured on intu
funding cost potential for recycling of capital before Merry Hill
commitment to transactions and — new debt secured on intu Bromley
developments
- Strong relationships with lenders,
shareholders and partners
- Focus on prime assets
Strategic objectives - UK development momentum Static
affected: - Seize the growth opportunity in Spain
Developments and - Capital Projects Committee reviews Likelihood and severity of potential impact
acquisitions – detailed appraisals before and monitors have remained unchanged in the first half
Developments progress during significant projects of 2016 as the Group has progressed work
Developments fail to create - Fixed price construction contracts for on its development pipeline
shareholder value developments agreed with clear — signed fixed price contract for the
apportionment of risk substantial portion of the GBP178 million
- Significant levels of pre-lets exchanged extension of intu Watford
prior to scheme development — completed, fully let restaurant projects at
intu Metrocentre and intu Bromley
— detailed appraisal work and significant
pre-lets ahead of starting major
development projects
Developments and - Research and third party due diligence Static Likelihood and severity of potential impact
acquisitions – undertaken for transactions have remained unchanged
Acquisitions - Local partner and advisors in Spain with — substantial due diligence undertaken
Acquisitions fail to create market specialist knowledge before acquisition of remaining 50 per
shareholder value - Where appropriate, investment risk cent of intu Merry Hill
reduced through financing and joint
venture investments
Strategic objectives - UK development momentum
affected: - Seize the growth opportunity in Spain
Risk and impact Mitigation 2016 commentary
Brand – - Intellectual property protection Static Likelihood and severity of potential impact
unchanged in the first half of 2016 as the
Integrity of the brand - Strong guidelines for use of brand brand became more established in the UK
The integrity of the brand is - Strong underlying operational controls and and Spain
damaged leading to financial crisis management procedures
and/or reputational loss - Ongoing training programme and reward
and recognition schemes designed to — continuing media interest in intu and our
embed brand values and culture opinions
throughout the organisation — strengthened team following
- Traditional and digital media monitoring establishment of Madrid office has
and analysis increased in house capacity
- Tell intu and shopper view customer — net promoter score has improved
feedback programmes against the same period in 2015
Strategic objectives - Optimise asset performance
affected: - UK development momentum
- Make the brand count
- Seize the growth opportunity in Spain
DIRECTORS' RESPONSIBILITY STATEMENT
The Directors are responsible for preparing the interim report and condensed consolidated set of interim financial
statements (interim financial statements), in accordance with applicable law and regulations. The Directors confirm that, to
the best of their knowledge:
- the interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting, as adopted
by the European Union; and
- the interim report includes a fair review of the information required by Sections DTR 4.2.7R and DTR 4.2.8R of the
Disclosure and Transparency Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial Services Authority.
The operating and financial reviews refer to important events which have taken place in the period.
The principal risks and uncertainties facing the business are referred to in the operating and financial reviews.
Related party transactions are set out in note 26 of the interim financial statements.
Details, including biographies, of all current Directors are maintained on the intu properties plc website: intugroup.co.uk.
On behalf of the Board
David Fischel
Chief Executive
Matthew Roberts
Chief Financial Officer
28 July 2016
Independent review report to intu properties plc
Report on the condensed consolidated interim financial statements
Our conclusion
We have reviewed intu properties plc's condensed consolidated interim financial statements (the "interim financial
statements") in the interim report of intu properties plc for the six month period ended 30 June 2016. Based on our review,
nothing has come to our attention that causes us to believe that the interim financial statements are not prepared, in all
material respects, in accordance with International Accounting Standard 34, 'Interim Financial Reporting', as adopted by the
European Union and the Disclosure and Transparency Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority.
What we have reviewed
The interim financial statements comprise:
- the consolidated balance sheet as at 30 June 2016;
- the consolidated income statement and consolidated statement of comprehensive income for the period then ended;
- the consolidated statement of cash flows for the period then ended;
- the consolidated statement of changes in equity for the period then ended; and
- the explanatory notes to the interim financial statements.
The interim financial statements included in the interim report have been prepared in accordance with International
Accounting Standard 34, 'Interim Financial Reporting', as adopted by the European Union and the Disclosure and
Transparency Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority.
As disclosed in note 1 to the interim financial statements, the financial reporting framework that has been applied in the
preparation of the full annual financial statements of the Group is applicable law and International Financial Reporting
Standards (IFRSs) as adopted by the European Union.
Responsibilities for the interim financial statements and the review
Our responsibilities and those of the directors
The interim report, including the interim financial statements, is the responsibility of, and has been approved by, the
directors. The directors are responsible for preparing the interim report in accordance with the Disclosure and Transparency
Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority.
Our responsibility is to express a conclusion on the interim financial statements in the interim report based on our review.
This report, including the conclusion, has been prepared for and only for the company for the purpose of complying with the
Disclosure and Transparency Rules of the United Kingdom's Financial Conduct Authority and for no other purpose. We do
not, in giving this conclusion, accept or assume responsibility for any other purpose or to any other person to whom this
report is shown or into whose hands it may come save where expressly agreed by our prior consent in writing.
What a review of interim financial statements involves
We conducted our review in accordance with International Standard on Review Engagements (UK and Ireland) 2410,
'Review of Interim Financial Information Performed by the Independent Auditor of the Entity' issued by the Auditing Practices
Board for use in the United Kingdom. A review of interim financial information consists of making enquiries, primarily of
persons responsible for financial and accounting matters, and applying analytical and other review procedures.
A review is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (UK
and Ireland) and, consequently, does not enable us to obtain assurance that we would become aware of all significant
matters that might be identified in an audit. Accordingly, we do not express an audit opinion.
We have read the other information contained in the interim report and considered whether it contains any apparent
misstatements or material inconsistencies with the information in the interim financial statements.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
Chartered Accountants
London
28 July 2016
a) The maintenance and integrity of the intu properties plc website is the responsibility of the directors; the work carried out
by the auditors does not involve consideration of these matters and, accordingly, the auditors accept no responsibility for
any changes that may have occurred to the interim financial statements since they were initially presented on the
website.
b) Legislation in the United Kingdom governing the preparation and dissemination of financial statements may differ from
legislation in other jurisdictions.
CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT (unaudited)
For the six months ended 30 June 2016
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
Notes GBPm GBPm GBPm
Revenue 4 285.5 281.9 571.6
Net rental income 4 193.6 186.4 381.8
Net other income 5 0.4 3.1 6.9
Revaluation of investment and development property 14 (3.6) 99.0 264.9
Gain/(loss) on acquisition of businesses 25 34.8 0.8 (0.8)
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries – – 2.2
Gain on sale of other investments 17 74.1 0.9 0.9
Administration expenses – ongoing (18.1) (16.2) (37.3)
Administration expenses – exceptional 6 (0.9) (0.6) (1.0)
Operating profit 280.3 273.4 617.6
Finance costs 7 (98.6) (104.2) (206.6)
Finance income 8 10.6 8.6 18.7
Other finance costs 9 (15.4) (19.3) (37.3)
Change in fair value of financial instruments (127.6) 32.0 6.0
Net finance costs (231.0) (82.9) (219.2)
Profit before tax, joint ventures and associates 49.3 190.5 398.4
Share of post-tax profit of joint ventures 15 17.6 74.1 108.6
Share of post-tax (loss)/profit of associates 16 (2.1) 1.0 6.0
Profit before tax 64.8 265.6 513.0
Current tax 10 – (0.3) (0.4)
Deferred tax 10 (16.7) (3.0) 5.0
Taxation (16.7) (3.3) 4.6
Profit for the period 48.1 262.3 517.6
Attributable to:
Owners of intu properties plc 51.5 266.3 518.4
Non-controlling interests (3.4) (4.0) (0.8)
48.1 262.3 517.6
Basic earnings per share 12 3.9p 20.4p 39.3p
Diluted earnings per share 12 3.3p 19.2p 37.5p
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (unaudited)
For the six months ended 30 June 2016
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Profit for the period 48.1 262.3 517.6
Other comprehensive income
Items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss:
Revaluation of other investments (note 17) (0.3) (16.0) 12.8
Exchange differences 21.3 (13.9) 7.6
Tax relating to components of other comprehensive income (note 10) – 3.0 (5.0)
Total items that may be reclassified subsequently to profit or loss 21.0 (26.9) 15.4
Reclassified to income statement on sale of other investments (77.0) (0.6) (0.6)
Tax on items reclassified to income statement on sale of other
investments (note 10) 16.7 – –
Other comprehensive income for the period (39.3) (27.5) 14.8
Total comprehensive income for the period 8.8 234.8 532.4
Attributable to:
Owners of intu properties plc 12.2 238.8 533.2
Non-controlling interests (3.4) (4.0) (0.8)
8.8 234.8 532.4
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET (unaudited)
As at 30 June 2016
As at As at As at
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
Notes GBPm GBPm GBPm
Non-current assets
Investment and development property 14 9,403.0 8,403.9 8,509.5
Plant and equipment 6.7 5.0 4.9
Investment in joint ventures 15 574.3 991.9 906.4
Investment in associates 16 56.8 54.7 38.3
Other investments 17 0.6 210.3 169.1
Goodwill 4.0 4.0 4.0
Derivative financial instruments – – 1.9
Trade and other receivables 91.4 89.3 86.5
10,136.8 9,759.1 9,720.6
Current assets
Trade and other receivables 116.2 108.8 112.8
Derivative financial instruments – 3.2 6.3
Cash and cash equivalents 18 245.5 275.8 235.9
361.7 387.8 355.0
Total assets 10,498.5 10,146.9 10,075.6
Current liabilities
Trade and other payables (292.0) (275.5) (282.0)
Current tax liabilities (0.4) (0.4) (0.5)
Borrowings 19 (16.7) (139.3) (131.0)
Derivative financial instruments (34.2) (12.0) (14.7)
(343.3) (427.2) (428.2)
Non-current liabilities
Borrowings 19 (4,775.3) (4,332.3) (4,540.7)
Derivative financial instruments (432.5) (329.7) (311.3)
Other payables (3.0) (2.8) (2.6)
(5,210.8) (4,664.8) (4,854.6)
Total liabilities (5,554.1) (5,092.0) (5,282.8)
Net assets 4,944.4 5,054.9 4,792.8
Equity
Share capital 21 672.3 672.3 669.6
Share premium 21 1,303.1 1,303.1 1,287.7
Treasury shares (43.1) (43.3) (43.5)
Other reserves 333.5 372.8 330.5
Retained earnings 2,603.5 2,671.5 2,477.6
Attributable to owners of intu properties plc 4,869.3 4,976.4 4,721.9
Non-controlling interests 75.1 78.5 70.9
Total equity 4,944.4 5,054.9 4,792.8
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY (unaudited)
For the six months ended 30 June 2016
Attributable to owners of intu properties plc
Non-
Share Share Treasury Other Retained controlling Total
capital premium shares reserves earnings Total interests equity
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2016 672.3 1,303.1 (43.3) 372.8 2,671.5 4,976.4 78.5 5,054.9
Profit/(loss) for the period – – – – 51.5 51.5 (3.4) 48.1
Other comprehensive income:
Revaluation of other investments
(note 17) – – – (0.3) – (0.3) – (0.3)
Exchange differences – – – 21.3 – 21.3 – 21.3
Tax relating to components of
other comprehensive income
(note 10) – – – 16.7 – 16.7 – 16.7
Reclassified to income
statement on sale of other
investments – – – (77.0) – (77.0) – (77.0)
Total comprehensive income
for the period – – – (39.3) 51.5 12.2 (3.4) 8.8
Ordinary shares issued (note 21) – – – – – – – –
Dividends (note 11) – – – – (121.1) (121.1) – (121.1)
Share-based payments – – – – 2.4 2.4 – 2.4
Acquisition of treasury shares – – (0.6) – – (0.6) – (0.6)
Disposal of treasury shares – – 0.8 – (0.8) – – –
– – 0.2 – (119.5) (119.3) – (119.3)
At 30 June 2016 672.3 1,303.1 (43.1) 333.5 2,603.5 4,869.3 75.1 4,944.4
Attributable to owners of intu properties plc
Non-
Share Share Treasury Other Retained controlling Total
capital premium shares reserves earnings Total interests equity
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2015 658.4 1,222.0 (45.1) 358.0 2,330.7 4,524.0 72.8 4,596.8
Profit/(loss) for the year – – – – 518.4 518.4 (0.8) 517.6
Other comprehensive income:
Revaluation of other
investments – – – 12.8 – 12.8 – 12.8
Exchange differences – – – 7.6 – 7.6 – 7.6
Tax relating to components
of other comprehensive
income (note 10) – – – (5.0) – (5.0) – (5.0)
Reclassified to income
statement on sale of other
investments – – – (0.6) – (0.6) – (0.6)
Total comprehensive
income for the year – – – 14.8 518.4 533.2 (0.8) 532.4
Ordinary shares issued 13.9 81.1 – – – 95.0 – 95.0
Dividends (note 11) – – – – (179.4) (179.4) – (179.4)
Share-based payments – – – – 4.8 4.8 – 4.8
Acquisition of treasury shares – – (1.6) – – (1.6) – (1.6)
Disposal of treasury shares – – 3.4 – (3.0) 0.4 – 0.4
Non-controlling interest
additions – – – – – – 6.5 6.5
13.9 81.1 1.8 – (177.6) (80.8) 6.5 (74.3)
At 31 December 2015 672.3 1,303.1 (43.3) 372.8 2,671.5 4,976.4 78.5 5,054.9
Attributable to owners of intu properties plc
Non-
Share Share Treasury Other Retained controlling Total
capital premium shares reserves earnings Total interests equity
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2015 658.4 1,222.0 (45.1) 358.0 2,330.7 4,524.0 72.8 4,596.8
Profit/(loss) for the period – – – – 266.3 266.3 (4.0) 262.3
Other comprehensive income:
Revaluation of other investments – – – (16.0) – (16.0) – (16.0)
Exchange differences – – – (13.9) – (13.9) – (13.9)
Tax relating to components of
other comprehensive income
(note 10) – – – 3.0 – 3.0 – 3.0
Reclassified to income
statement on sale of other
investments – – – (0.6) – (0.6) – (0.6)
Total comprehensive income
for the period – – – (27.5) 266.3 238.8 (4.0) 234.8
Ordinary shares issued 11.2 65.7 – – – 76.9 – 76.9
Dividends (note 11) – – – – (118.3) (118.3) – (118.3)
Share-based payments – – – – 1.9 1.9 – 1.9
Acquisition of treasury shares – – (1.4) – – (1.4) – (1.4)
Disposal of treasury shares – – 3.0 – (3.0) – – –
Non-controlling interest additions – – – – – – 2.1 2.1
11.2 65.7 1.6 – (119.4) (40.9) 2.1 (38.8)
At 30 June 2015 669.6 1,287.7 (43.5) 330.5 2,477.6 4,721.9 70.9 4,792.8
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (unaudited)
For the six months ended 30 June 2016
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
Notes GBPm GBPm GBPm
Cash generated from operations 23 163.0 199.2 366.5
Interest paid (97.6) (113.5) (222.5)
Interest received 7.4 8.6 16.6
Taxation 0.2 (0.3) (0.4)
Cash flows from operating activities 73.0 94.0 160.2
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase and development of property, plant and equipment (57.0) (60.2) (100.8)
Sale of property – 0.3 1.8
Acquisition of businesses net of cash acquired 25 (398.8) (203.1) (203.1)
Sale of other investments 17 201.9 4.7 4.7
Additions to investment in associates – – (10.0)
Disposal of subsidiaries net of cash sold with business – – 81.0
Repayment of capital by joint venture 15 – – 25.6
Loan advances to joint ventures 15 (0.7) (0.2) (0.8)
Loan repayments by joint ventures 15 7.5 10.2 17.6
Distributions from joint ventures 15 2.3 5.0 9.0
Cash flows from investing activities (244.8) (243.3) (175.0)
Cash flows from financing activities
Issue of ordinary shares 0.1 21.7 22.0
Acquisition of treasury shares (0.6) (1.4) (1.6)
Sale of treasury shares – – 0.4
Non-controlling interest funding received – 2.1 6.5
Cash transferred from restricted accounts 0.2 17.2 14.9
Borrowings drawn 588.2 344.7 329.2
Borrowings repaid (333.8) (149.9) (190.3)
Equity dividends paid (113.5) (63.4) (104.9)
Cash flows from financing activities 140.6 171.0 76.2
Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 1.1 (0.6) (0.3)
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash equivalents (30.1) 21.1 61.1
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 273.6 212.5 212.5
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period 18 243.5 233.6 273.6
NOTES (unaudited)
1 Basis of preparation
The condensed consolidated set of interim financial statements (interim financial statements) for the six months ended
30 June 2016 are unaudited and do not constitute statutory financial statements within the meaning of s434 of the Companies
Act 2006. The interim financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the Disclosure and Transparency Rules
of the Financial Conduct Authority and with IAS 34 as adopted by the European Union.
The comparative information presented for the year ended 31 December 2015 is not the Group's financial statements for
that year. Those financial statements have been reported on by the Group's auditors and delivered to the registrar of
companies. The auditors' opinion on those financial statements was unqualified and did not contain an emphasis of matter
paragraph or a statement made under Section 498 (2) or (3) of the Companies Act 2006.
The interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the Group's financial statements for the year ended
31 December 2015 which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) as
adopted by the European Union.
Use of estimates and assumptions
The preparation of interim financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that
affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amount of assets and liabilities, income and expense. Actual
results may differ from these estimates. Except as described below, in preparing the interim financial statements, the areas
of significant judgement made by management in applying the Group accounting policies and the key sources of estimation
uncertainty were the same as those applied to the consolidated financial statements as at and for the year ended 31 December 2015.
The largest area of estimation and uncertainty in the condensed set of financial statements is in respect of the valuation of
the property portfolio, where third party independent valuations were obtained. As commented on in note 14, there is
currently a higher than usual level of uncertainty in respect of the price that could be achieved were there to be a sale.
Going concern
The Group prepares regular forecasts and projections which include sensitivity analysis taking into account a number of
downside risks to the forecast including reasonably possible changes in trading performance and asset values and
assesses the potential impact of these on the Group's liquidity position and available resources.
In preparing the most recent projections, factors taken into account include GBP266.1 million of cash (including the Group's
share of cash in joint ventures of GBP20.6 million) and GBP297.6 million of undrawn facilities at 30 June 2016. The Group's
weighted average debt maturity of 7.2 years and the relatively long-term and stable nature of the cash flows receivable
under tenant leases were also factored into the forecasts.
After reviewing the most recent projections and the sensitivity analysis, the Directors consider it appropriate to continue to
adopt the going concern basis of accounting in preparing the Group's interim financial statements.
2 Accounting policies
The accounting policies applied are consistent with those of the Group's statutory financial statements for the year ended
31 December 2015 as set out on pages 109 to 113 of the Annual report except for amendments arising from the Annual
Improvements Cycle to IFRSs 2010-2012 and 2012-2014 which are effective for the first time for the Group's 31 December
2016 year end. These have been applied in preparing these interim financial statements to the extent they are relevant to
the preparation of interim financial information but have not resulted in any material changes to the information presented.
Taxes on income in interim periods are accrued using tax rates expected to be applicable to total annual earnings.
3 Seasonality and cyclicality
There is no material seasonality or cyclicality impacting interim financial reporting.
4 Segmental reporting
Operating segments are determined based on the internal reporting and operational management of the Group. The Group
is primarily a shopping centre-focused business and has two reportable operating segments being UK and Spain.
The principal profit indicator used to measure performance is net rental income. An analysis of net rental income is given below:
Six months ended 30 June 2016
Group including
share of joint ventures Less share of Group
UK Spain Total joint ventures total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBP GBPm
Rent receivable 251.2 7.6 258.8 (29.5) 229.3
Service charge income 54.2 1.6 55.8 (5.8) 50.0
Facilities management income from joint ventures 3.5 – 3.5 2.7 6.2
Revenue 308.9 9.2 318.1 (32.6) 285.5
Rent payable (13.0) – (13.0) 0.6 (12.4)
Service charge costs (61.4) (1.6) (63.0) 6.5 (56.5)
Facilities management costs recharged to joint ventures (3.5) – (3.5) (2.7) (6.2)
Other non-recoverable costs (18.5) (0.7) (19.2) 2.4 (16.8)
Net rental income 212.5 6.9 219.4 (25.8) 193.6
Six months ended 30 June 2015
Group including
share of joint ventures Less share of Group
UK Spain Total joint ventures total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Rent receivable 241.9 11.3 253.2 (24.9) 228.3
Service charge income 51.0 2.4 53.4 (5.0) 48.4
Facilities management income from joint ventures 3.0 – 3.0 2.2 5.2
Revenue 295.9 13.7 309.6 (27.7) 281.9
Rent payable (11.5) – (11.5) 0.6 (10.9)
Service charge costs (58.0) (2.5) (60.5) 5.4 (55.1)
Facilities management costs recharged to joint ventures (3.0) – (3.0) (2.2) (5.2)
Other non-recoverable costs (25.9) (1.1) (27.0) 2.7 (24.3)
Net rental income 197.5 10.1 207.6 (21.2) 186.4
Year ended 31 December 2015
Group including
share of joint ventures Less share of Group
UK Spain Total joint ventures total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Rent receivable 492.5 21.5 514.0 (53.0) 461.0
Service charge income 103.0 4.5 107.5 (10.6) 96.9
Facilities management income from joint ventures 7.9 – 7.9 5.8 13.7
Revenue 603.4 26.0 629.4 (57.8) 571.6
Rent payable (22.4) – (22.4) 1.1 (21.3)
Service charge costs (116.7) (4.8) (121.5) 11.7 (109.8)
Facilities management costs recharged to joint ventures (7.9) – (7.9) (5.8) (13.7)
Other non-recoverable costs (48.0) (1.8) (49.8) 4.8 (45.0)
Net rental income 408.4 19.4 427.8 (46.0) 381.8
5 Net other income
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Dividends received from other investments – 3.4 6.7
Management fees 1.7 1.2 3.0
intu Digital (1.3) (1.5) (2.8)
Net other income 0.4 3.1 6.9
6 Administration expenses – exceptional
Exceptional administration expenses in the period totalled GBP0.9 million and relate to corporate transactions, principally the
acquisition of the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill (see note 25).
7 Finance costs
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
On bank loans and overdrafts 93.2 98.5 195.4
On convertible bonds 3.7 3.7 7.5
On obligations under finance leases 1.7 2.0 3.7
Finance costs 98.6 104.2 206.6
Finance costs of GBP0.6 million were capitalised in the six months ended 30 June 2016 (six months ended 30 June 2015: GBP0.8
million, year ended 31 December 2015: GBP2.1 million).
8 Finance income
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Interest receivable on loans to joint ventures 10.0 8.2 17.1
Other finance income 0.6 0.4 1.6
Finance income 10.6 8.6 18.7
9 Other finance costs
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Amortisation of Metrocentre compound financial instrument 2.9 2.9 5.9
Cost of termination of derivative financial instruments and other costs(1) 13.8 13.4 28.6
Foreign currency movements(1) (1.3) 3.0 2.8
Other finance costs 15.4 19.3 37.3
(1) Amounts totalling GBP12.5 million in the six months ended 30 June 2016 are treated as exceptional items, as defined in the glossary, due to their nature (six months ended 30 June 2015: GBP16.4
million, year ended 31 December 2015: GBP31.4 million). These finance costs include termination of interest rate swaps on repayment of debt, payments on unallocated swaps and other fees.
10 Taxation
Taxation for the period:
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Overseas taxation – 0.3 0.6
UK taxation adjustment in respect of prior years – – (0.2)
Current tax – 0.3 0.4
Deferred tax:
On investment and development property – (0.8) (0.8)
On other investments 16.4 (0.2) (0.2)
On derivative financial instruments (2.2) 3.5 (2.8)
On other temporary differences 2.5 0.5 (1.2)
Deferred tax 16.7 3.0 (5.0)
Total tax charge/(credit) 16.7 3.3 (4.6)
Movements in the provision for deferred tax:
Derivative Other
Other financial temporary
investments instruments differences Total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Deferred tax provision:
At 1 January 2016 18.9 (16.4) (2.5) –
Recognised in the income statement (2.2) 16.4 2.5 16.7
Recognised in other comprehensive income (16.7) – – (16.7)
At 30 June 2016 – – – –
At 30 June 2016, the Group had unrecognised deferred tax assets calculated at a tax rate of 18 per cent (31 December
2015: 18 per cent, 30 June 2015: 20 per cent) of GBP43.5 million (31 December 2015: GBP54.2 million, 30 June 2015: GBP63.8
million) for surplus UK revenue tax losses carried forward, GBP61.0 million (31 December 2015: GBP31.3 million, 30 June 2015:
GBP40.2 million) for temporary differences on derivative financial instruments and GBP0.6 million (31 December 2015: GBP0.6 million,
30 June 2015: GBP0.6 million) for temporary differences on capital allowances.
In accordance with the requirements of IAS 12 Income Taxes, the deferred tax asset has not been recognised in the Group
financial statements due to uncertainty over the level of profits that will be available in the non-REIT elements of the Group
in future periods.
11 Dividends
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Ordinary shares
Final dividend declared of 9.1(1) pence per share 121.1 118.3 118.3
2015 interim dividend paid of 4.6 pence per share – – 61.1
Dividends declared 121.1 118.3 179.4
Proposed 2016 interim dividend of 4.6 pence per share 61.9
(1) Net of tax and non-controlling interests.
12 Earnings per share
(a) Earnings per share
Basic and diluted earnings per share as calculated in accordance with IAS 33 Earnings per Share. All earnings arise from
continuing operations.
Six months ended Six months ended Year ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015 31 December 2015
Pence Pence Pence
Earnings Shares per Earnings Shares per Earnings Shares per
GBPm million share GBPm million share GBPm million share
Profit for the period
attributable to owners of
intu properties plc 51.5 266.3 518.4
Basic earnings per share(1) 51.5 1,332.0 3.9p 266.3 1,308.3 20.4p 518.4 1,318.1 39.3p
Dilutive convertible bonds,
share options and share awards (4.1) 91.4 1.5 86.6 8.4 87.3
Diluted earnings per share 47.4 1,423.4 3.3p 267.8 1,394.9 19.2p 526.8 1,405.4 37.5p
(1) The weighted average number of shares used for the calculation of basic earnings per share has been adjusted to remove shares held in the ESOP.
(b) Headline earnings per share
Headline earnings per share has been calculated and presented as required by the Johannesburg Stock Exchange listing
requirements.
Six months ended Six months ended Year ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015 31 December 2015
Gross Net(1) Gross Net(1) Gross Net(1)
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Basic earnings 51.5 266.3 518.4
Remove:
Revaluation of investment and development property
(note 14) 3.6 2.3 (99.0) (101.3) (264.9) (261.9)
Gain on acquisition of businesses (34.8) (34.8) (0.8) (0.8) (0.8) (0.8)
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries – – – – (2.2) (2.2)
Gain on sale of other investments (74.1) (74.1) (0.9) (0.9) (0.9) (0.9)
Share of joint ventures' items (8.8) (8.8) (63.2) (62.5) (85.8) (85.1)
Share of associates' items 2.4 2.4 (0.9) (0.9) (0.3) (0.3)
Headline (loss)/earnings (61.5) 99.9 167.2
Dilution(2) (4.1) 1.5 8.4
Diluted headline (loss)/earnings (65.6) 101.4 175.6
Weighted average number of shares 1,332.0 1,308.3 1,318.1
Dilution(2) 91.4 86.6 87.3
Diluted weighted average number of shares 1,423.4 1,394.9 1,405.4
Headline (loss)/earnings per share (pence) (4.6)p 7.6p 12.7p
Diluted headline (loss)/earnings per share (pence) (4.6)p 7.3p 12.5p
(1) Net of tax and non-controlling interests.
(2) The dilution impact is required to be included as for earnings per share as calculated in note 12(a) even where this is not dilutive for headline earnings per share.
(c) Underlying earnings per share
Underlying earnings per share is a non-GAAP measure but has been included as it is considered to be a key measure of the
Group's performance and an indication of the extent to which dividend payments are supported by underlying earnings.
Six months ended Six months ended Year ended
30 June 2016 30 June 2015 31 December 2015
Pence Pence Pence
Earnings Shares per Earnings Shares per Earnings Shares per
GBPm million share GBPm million share GBPm million share
Basic earnings per share (per note
12a) 51.5 1,332.0 3.9p 266.3 1,308.3 20.4p 518.4 1,318.1 39.3p
Remove:
Revaluation of investment and
development property (note 14) 3.6 0.3p (99.0) (7.6)p (264.9) (20.1)p
(Gain)/loss on acquisition of
businesses (34.8) (2.6)p (0.8) – 0.8 0.1p
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries – – – – (2.2) (0.2)p
Gain on sale of other investments (74.1) (5.6)p (0.9) (0.1)p (0.9) (0.1)p
Exceptional administration expenses 0.9 0.1p 0.6 – 1.0 0.1p
Exceptional finance costs (note 9) 12.5 0.9p 16.4 1.3p 31.4 2.4p
Change in fair value of
financial instruments 127.6 9.5p (32.0) (2.4)p (6.0) (0.4)p
Tax on the above 16.7 1.3p 3.0 0.2p (5.1) (0.4)p
Share of joint ventures' adjusting
items (5.5) (0.4)p (62.5) (4.8)p (83.9) (6.4)p
Share of associates' adjusting items 2.4 0.2p (0.9) (0.1)p (5.8) (0.4)p
Non-controlling interests
in respect of the above (1.3) (0.1)p (1.5) (0.1)p 3.8 0.3p
Underlying earnings per share 99.5 1,332.0 7.5p 88.7 1,308.3 6.8p 186.6 1,318.1 14.2p
Dilutive convertible bonds,
share options and share awards 3.7 91.4 3.7 86.6 7.5 87.3
Underlying, diluted earnings
per share 103.2 1,423.4 7.3p 92.4 1,394.9 6.6p 194.1 1,405.4 13.8p
13 Net assets per share
(a) NAV per share (diluted, adjusted)
NAV per share (diluted, adjusted) is a non-GAAP measure but has been included as it is considered to be a key measure of
the Group's performance.
As at 30 June 2016 As at 31 December 2015 As at 30 June 2015
Net NAV per Net NAV per Net NAV per
assets Shares share assets Shares share assets Shares share
GBPm million (pence) GBPm million (pence) GBPm million (pence)
NAV per share attributable to
owners of intu properties plc(1) 4,869.3 1,332.1 366p 4,976.4 1,331.9 374p 4,721.9 1,326.5 356p
Dilutive convertible bonds,
share options and awards 10.9 6.9 16.2 6.4 16.4 6.6
Diluted NAV per share 4,880.2 1,339.0 364p 4,992.6 1,338.3 373p 4,738.3 1,333.1 355p
Remove:
Fair value of derivative
financial instruments
(net of tax) 466.7 35p 322.1 24p 307.7 23p
Deferred tax on investment
and development property
and other investments – – 18.9 1p 15.7 2p
Share of joint ventures'
adjusting items 10.3 1p 6.3 1p 4.2 –
Add:
Non-controlling interest
recoverable balance not
recognised 71.3 5p 71.3 5p 71.3 5p
NAV per share (diluted,
adjusted) 5,428.5 1,339.0 405p 5,411.2 1,338.3 404p 5,137.2 1,333.1 385p
(1) The number of shares used has been adjusted to remove shares held in the ESOP.
(b) NNNAV per share (diluted, adjusted)
NNNAV per share (diluted, adjusted) is a non-GAAP measure but has been included as it is considered to be an industry standard
comparable measure.
As at 30 June 2016 As at 31 December 2015 As at 30 June 2015
Net NAV per Net NAV per Net NAV per
assets Shares share assets Shares share assets Shares share
GBPm million (pence) GBPm million (pence) GBPm million (pence)
NAV per share (diluted,
adjusted) 5,428.5 1,339.0 405p 5,411.2 1,338.3 404p 5,137.2 1,333.1 385p
Fair value of derivative
financial instruments (net of
tax) (466.7) (35)p (322.1) (24)p (307.7) (23)p
Excess of fair value of debt
over book value (380.4) (28)p (194.4) (14)p (214.2) (16)p
Deferred tax on investment
and development property
and other investments – – (18.9) (1)p (15.7) (2)p
Share of joint ventures'
adjusting items (12.3) (1)p (8.1) (1)p (6.0) –
Non-controlling interests
in respect of the above 24.1 2p 11.0 1p 11.8 1p
NNNAV per share (diluted,
adjusted) 4,593.2 1,339.0 343p 4,878.7 1,338.3 365p 4,605.4 1,333.1 345p
14 Investment and development property
GBPm
At 1 January 2016 8,403.9
Acquisition of intu Merry Hill (note 25) 889.3
Recognition of leasehold on Charter Place 55.9
Additions 50.6
Deficit on revaluation (3.6)
Foreign exchange movements 6.9
At 30 June 2016 9,403.0
A reconciliation to market value is given below:
As at As at As at
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Balance sheet carrying value of investment and development property 9,403.0 8,403.9 8,509.5
Tenant incentives included within trade and other receivables 104.1 101.0 98.4
Head leases included within finance leases in borrowings (89.7) (34.2) (34.6)
Market value of investment and development property 9,417.4 8,470.7 8,573.3
The fair value of the Group's investment and development property as at 30 June 2016 was determined by independent
external valuers at that date other than certain recently acquired development land. The valuations are in accordance with
the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors ('RICS') Valuation – Professional Standards 2014 and were arrived at by
reference to market transactions for similar properties. Fair values for investment properties are calculated using the
present value income approach. The main assumptions underlying the valuations are in relation to rent profile and yields.
The valuation methodology is unchanged from the prior year and is set out in further detail on page 122 of the 2015 Annual
report. In respect of development valuations, deductions are then made for anticipated costs, including an allowance for
developer's profit before arriving at a valuation.
The referendum held on 23 June 2016 determined that the UK would exit the EU. We are now in a period of uncertainty in
relation to many factors that impact the property investment and letting markets which may result in a reduction in market
activity and liquidity.
The independent external valuers included additional statements in their reports to the effect that:
1) Since the Referendum date it has not been possible to gauge the effect of this decision by reference to
transactions in the market place
2) The probability of their opinion of value exactly coinciding with the price achieved, were there to be a sale, has
reduced
3) They therefore recommend that the valuation is kept under regular review and that specific market advice is
obtained should the owner wish to effect a disposal
The table in other information sets out the market value, yield and occupancy of each of the major investment properties.
15 Investment in joint ventures
The Group's principal joint ventures own and manage investment and development property.
intu St David's, Puerto intu
Merry Hill Cardiff Venecia Asturias Other Total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2016 447.0 368.5 85.9 53.4 37.1 991.9
Share of underlying profit 3.3 7.2 – 0.6 1.0 12.1
Share of other net profit/(loss) (4.3) (1.0) 4.8 6.7 (0.7) 5.5
Share of profit/(loss) (1.0) 6.2 4.8 7.3 0.3 17.6
Distributions (1.0) – – – (1.3) (2.3)
Loan advances – – – – 0.7 0.7
Loan repayments – (7.5) – – – (7.5)
Disposal of joint venture interest (445.0) – – – – (445.0)
Foreign exchange movements – – 11.2 7.2 0.5 18.9
At 30 June 2016 – 367.2 101.9 67.9 37.3 574.3
Represented by:
Loans to joint venture – 103.5 92.8 33.1 3.5 232.9
Group's share of net assets – 263.7 9.1 34.8 33.8 341.4
intu St David's, intu
Merry Hill Cardiff Asturias Other Total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2015 433.0 310.9 47.3 60.3 851.5
Share of underlying profit 3.6 6.3 0.2 1.5 11.6
Share of other net profit 10.9 47.9 3.3 0.4 62.5
Share of profit 14.5 54.2 3.5 1.9 74.1
Distributions (3.3) – – (1.7) (5.0)
Loan advances – – – 0.2 0.2
Loan repayments – (10.2) – – (10.2)
Foreign exchange movements – – (4.2) – (4.2)
At 30 June 2015 444.2 354.9 46.6 60.7 906.4
Represented by:
Loans to joint venture 386.2 118.4 29.9 2.1 536.6
Group's share of net assets 58.0 236.5 16.7 58.6 369.8
intu St David's, Puerto intu
Merry Hill Cardiff Venecia Asturias Other Total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
At 1 January 2015 433.0 310.9 – 47.3 60.3 851.5
Puerto Venecia, Zaragoza – – 86.1 – – 86.1
Share of underlying profit 7.5 13.8 0.6 0.6 2.2 24.7
Share of other net profit/(loss) 12.2 61.4 (0.8) 8.4 2.7 83.9
Share of profit/(loss) 19.7 75.2 (0.2) 9.0 4.9 108.6
Distributions (5.7) – – – (3.3) (9.0)
Repayment of capital – – – – (25.6) (25.6)
Loan advances – – – – 0.8 0.8
Loan repayments – (17.6) – – – (17.6)
Foreign exchange movements – – – (2.9) – (2.9)
At 31 December 2015 447.0 368.5 85.9 53.4 37.1 991.9
Represented by:
Loans to joint venture 386.2 111.0 82.3 29.3 2.3 611.1
Group's share of net assets 60.8 257.5 3.6 24.1 34.8 380.8
16 Investment in associates
GBPm
At 1 January 2016 54.7
Share of loss of associates (2.1)
Foreign exchange movements 4.2
At 30 June 2016 56.8
Investment in associates comprises a 32.4 per cent holding in the ordinary shares of Prozone Intu Properties Limited
('Prozone') and a 26.8 per cent holding in the ordinary shares of Empire Mall Private Limited ('Empire'). Both companies are
incorporated in India.
As required by IAS 28 Investments in Associates and Joint Ventures, the equity method of accounting is applied in
accounting for the Group's investment in Prozone and Empire. The results of Prozone and Empire for the year to 31 March
have been used as 30 June information is not available in time for these financial statements. Those results are adjusted to
be in line with the Group's accounting policies and include the most recent property valuations, determined as at 31 March
2016, by independent professionally qualified external valuers in line with the valuation methodology described in note 14.
The market price per share of Prozone at 30 June 2016 was INR27 (31 December 2015: INR32, 30 June 2015: INR31),
valuing the Group's interest at GBP14.6 million (31 December 2015: GBP16.1 million, 30 June 2015: GBP15.3 million) compared to
the carrying value of GBP38.6 million (31 December 2015: GBP36.4 million, 30 June 2015: GBP38.3 million). As the share price of
Prozone is lower than its carrying value, a review of the carrying value has been undertaken. The net assets of Prozone
principally comprise investment property which is held at fair value in intu's financial statements. As with other Group
investment property, it is subject to independent valuation to fair value and that valuation reflects the future cash flows
expected to be generated from those assets. As such the net asset carrying value recorded in the Group's accounts is
deemed to be a reasonable approximation of the value in use of the business and so no adjustment to that carrying value is
considered necessary.
17 Other investments
GBPm
At 1 January 2016 210.3
Disposals (209.4)
Revaluation (0.3)
At 30 June 2016 0.6
Listed investments are accounted for at fair value using the bid market value at the reporting date.
On 19 January 2016, the Group disposed of its interest of 11.4 million units in a US venture controlled by Equity One,
receiving GBP201.9 million. The transaction resulted in a gain of GBP74.1 million recognised in the income statement, after
transfer from reserves of GBP77.0 million and settlement costs.
18 Cash and cash equivalents
As at As at As at
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Unrestricted cash 243.5 273.6 233.6
Restricted cash 2.0 2.2 2.3
245.5 275.8 235.9
19 Borrowings
As at As at As at
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Current
Bank loans and overdrafts – 122.8 113.4
Commercial mortgage backed securities ('CMBS') notes 14.7 14.1 14.8
Current borrowings, excluding finance leases 14.7 136.9 128.2
Finance lease obligations 2.0 2.4 2.8
16.7 139.3 131.0
Non-current
Revolving Credit Facility 2020 343.1 353.7 400.8
CMBS notes 2019 19.7 19.6 19.5
CMBS notes 2022 50.7 50.9 51.1
CMBS notes 2024 87.7 87.5 87.4
CMBS notes 2029 81.3 83.7 86.2
CMBS notes 2033 332.3 339.0 345.5
CMBS notes 2035 189.5 188.4 187.3
Bank loans 2016 – – 219.0
Bank loans 2017 167.2 346.9 166.9
Bank loan 2018 588.6 – –
Bank loan 2019 – – 155.3
Bank loans 2020 32.7 380.0 346.9
Bank loan 2021 468.3 120.6 120.5
3.875% bonds 2023 441.8 441.3 440.8
4.125% bonds 2023 477.1 476.6 476.2
4.625% bonds 2028 341.4 341.2 340.9
4.250% bonds 2030 344.6 344.5 344.3
Debenture 2027 228.3 228.2 228.0
2.5% convertible bonds 2018 (note 20) 318.5 326.4 323.3
Non-current borrowings, excluding finance leases and Metrocentre
compound financial instrument 4,512.8 4,128.5 4,339.9
Metrocentre compound financial instrument 174.8 172.0 169.0
Finance lease obligations 87.7 31.8 31.8
4,775.3 4,332.3 4,540.7
Total borrowings 4,792.0 4,471.6 4,671.7
Cash and cash equivalents (245.5) (275.8) (235.9)
Net debt 4,546.5 4,195.8 4,435.8
The fair value of total borrowings as at 30 June 2016 was GBP5,172.4 million (31 December 2015: GBP4,666.0 million, 30 June
2015: GBP4,885.9 million).
Details of the Group's net external debt are provided in the other information section.
20 Convertible bonds
2.5 per cent convertible bonds
In 2012 the Group issued GBP300.0 million 2.5 per cent Guaranteed Convertible Bonds due 2018 at par. Under the terms of
the bonds, the exchange price is adjusted upon certain events including the rights issue on 22 April 2014 and the payment
of dividends by the Company. At 30 June 2016, the exchange price was GBP3.3401 per ordinary share (31 December 2015:
GBP3.4398, 30 June 2015: GBP3.4864). These bonds are designated as at fair value though profit and loss and so are presented
on the balance sheet at fair value with all gains and losses taken to the income statement through the changes in fair values
of financial instruments line. They all remain outstanding at 30 June 2016.
At 30 June 2016, the fair value of the bonds was GBP318.5 million (31 December 2015: GBP326.4 million, 30 June 2015: GBP323.3 million).
During the six months ended 30 June 2016, interest of GBP3.7 million has been recognised on these bonds within
finance costs (six months ended 30 June 2015: GBP3.7 million, year ended 31 December 2015: GBP7.5 million).
21 Share capital and share premium
Share Share
capital premium
GBPm GBPm
Issued and fully paid:
At 31 December 2015: 1,344,661,827 ordinary shares of 50p each 672.3 1,303.1
Ordinary shares issued – –
At 30 June 2016: 1,344,711,018 ordinary shares of 50p each 672.3 1,303.1
During the period the Company issued a total of 49,191 ordinary shares in connection with the exercise of options under the
intu properties plc approved share option scheme and the intu properties plc unapproved share option scheme.
22 Financial instruments
The table below presents the Group's financial assets and liabilities recognised at fair value.
As at 30 June 2016
Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Assets
Available-for-sale investments 0.6 – – 0.6
Total assets 0.6 – – 0.6
Liabilities
Convertible bonds:
– Designated as at fair value through profit or loss (318.5) – – (318.5)
Derivative financial instruments:
– Fair value through profit or loss – (466.7) – (466.7)
Total liabilities (318.5) (466.7) – (785.2)
Fair value hierarchy
Level 1: Valuation based on quoted market prices traded in active markets.
Level 2: Valuation techniques are used, maximising the use of observable market data, either directly from market prices or
derived from market prices.
Level 3: Where one or more significant inputs to valuation are unobservable. Valuations at this level are more subjective
and therefore more closely managed, including sensitivity analysis of inputs to valuation models. Such testing has not
indicated that any material difference would arise due to a change in input variables.
Transfers into and transfers out of the fair value hierarchy levels are recognised on the date of the event or change in
circumstances that caused the transfer. There were no transfers between Levels 1, 2 and 3 during the period.
Derivative financial instruments are initially recognised on the trade date at fair value and subsequently re-measured at fair
value. In assessing fair value the Group uses its judgement to select suitable valuation techniques and make assumptions
which are mainly based on market conditions existing at the balance sheet date. The fair value of interest rate swaps is
calculated by discounting estimated future cash flows based on the terms and maturity of each contract and using market
interest rates for similar instruments at the measurement date. These values are tested for reasonableness based upon
broker or counterparty quotes.
Available-for-sale investments, being investments intended to be held for an indefinite period, are initially and subsequently
measured at fair value. For listed investments, fair value is the current bid market value at the reporting date. For unlisted
investments where there is no active market, fair value is assessed using an appropriate methodology.
23 Cash generated from operations
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
Notes GBPm GBPm GBPm
Profit before tax, joint ventures and associates 49.3 190.5 398.4
Remove:
Revaluation of investment and development property 14 3.6 (99.0) (264.9)
(Gain)/loss on acquisition of businesses 25 (34.8) (0.8) 0.8
Gain on disposal of subsidiaries – – (2.2)
Gain on sale of other investments 17 (74.1) (0.9) (0.9)
Depreciation 1.1 1.2 2.6
Share-based payments 2.4 1.9 4.8
Lease incentives and letting costs (3.4) (1.6) (5.8)
Finance costs 7 98.6 104.2 206.6
Finance income 8 (10.6) (8.6) (18.7)
Other finance costs 9 15.4 19.3 37.3
Change in fair value of financial instruments 127.6 (32.0) (6.0)
Changes in working capital:
Change in trade and other receivables (2.5) 9.1 14.4
Change in trade and other payables (9.6) 15.9 0.1
Cash generated from operations 163.0 199.2 366.5
24 Capital commitments
At 30 June 2016 the Board had approved GBP212.0 million of future expenditure for the purchase, construction, development
and enhancement of investment property. Of this, GBP172.1 million is contractually committed.
25 Acquisition of intu Merry Hill
On 22 June 2016 the Group acquired the remaining 50 per cent of intu Merry Hill for initial cash consideration of GBP410.7
million. It is anticipated the Group will receive a cash repayment of GBP1.2 million following final agreement of the completion
balance sheet. The cash flow statement therefore reflects an outflow of GBP409.5 million less the cash acquired of
GBP10.7 million. Acquisition related costs of GBP0.7 million were incurred and recognised in the income statement in exceptional
administration expenses during the period.
The fair value of assets and liabilities acquired, at 100 per cent, are set out in the table below.
Fair value
GBPm
Assets
Investment and development property 889.3
Cash and cash equivalents 10.7
Other net current liabilities (10.7)
Net assets acquired 889.3
Fair value of consideration paid 854.5
Gain on acquisition of businesses 34.8
The fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired exceeds the fair value of the consideration and as a result a gain of GBP34.8
million is recognised in the income statement on acquisition.
The fair value of consideration paid includes the estimated consideration for the acquired 50 per cent interest of GBP409.5
million and the fair value of intu's existing interest of GBP445.0 million. There are no material differences between the carrying
value and fair value of intu's existing joint venture interest at acquisition.
From 22 June 2016, the date on which the acquired companies joined the Group as subsidiaries, they contributed revenue
of GBP1.3 million. The additional 50 per cent acquired contributed GBP0.5 million of profit in the period.
26 Related party transactions
There have been no related party transactions during the period that require disclosure under Section DTR 4.2.8 R of the
Disclosure and Transparency Rules or under IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting except those disclosed elsewhere in this
condensed set of financial statements.
OTHER INFORMATION
INVESTMENT AND DEVELOPMENT PROPERTY (unaudited)
Property data – including Group's share of joint ventures
Market Net initial Nominal
value Revaluation yield "Topped-up" equivalent
GBPm surplus/deficit Ownership Note (EPRA) NIY (EPRA)(F) yield Occupancy
As at 30 June 2016
Subsidiaries
intu Trafford Centre 2,305.0 – 100% 3.5% 3.9% 4.3% 98%
intu Lakeside 1,358.0 +2% 100% 3.9% 4.0% 4.5% 94%
intu Metrocentre 952.4 – 90% A 4.7% 4.7% 5.3% 93%
intu Merry Hill 890.0 – 100% 4.5% 4.7% 4.9% 95%
intu Braehead 573.5 -2% 100% 4.2% 4.4% 6.0% 95%
intu Derby 466.0 +4% 100% 5.7% 5.8% 6.1% 99%
Manchester Arndale 443.8 – 48% B 4.6% 4.8% 5.1% 100%
intu Victoria Centre 360.5 +1% 100% 4.8% 4.9% 5.7% 95%
intu Watford 340.0 +1% 93% 4.7% 4.8% 5.0% 97%
intu Eldon Square 313.7 +3% 60% 4.2% 5.2% 5.0% 99%
intu Chapelfield 294.5 +8% 100% 5.2% 5.3% 5.5% 97%
intu Milton Keynes 280.0 – 100% 4.5% 4.5% 4.8% 100%
Cribbs Causeway 245.1 – 33% C 4.4% 4.6% 5.5% 94%
intu Bromley 175.9 – 64% 5.4% 5.7% 7.1% 94%
intu Potteries 169.0 -4% 100% 5.7% 6.3% 7.5% 94%
Other 250.0 D
Investment and
development property
excluding Group's share
of joint ventures 9,417.4
Joint ventures
St David's, Cardiff 367.3 – 50% 4.2% 4.6% 4.7% 96%
Puerto Venecia, Zaragoza 194.1 +4%(G) 50% 4.9% 5.1% 5.9% 95%
intu Asturias 108.4 +8%(G) 50% 5.1% 5.2% 5.1% 99%
Other 59.8 H
Investment and
development property
including Group's share
of joint ventures 10,147.0 4.28% 4.49% 5.01% 96%(E)
As at 31 December 2015
including Group's share
of joint ventures 9,602.4 4.29% 4.52% 5.14% 96%
Please refer to the glossary for the definition of terms.
Notes
A Interest shown is that of The Metrocentre Partnership in intu Metrocentre (90 per cent) and the Metro Retail Park (100 per cent).
The Group has a 60 per cent interest in the Metrocentre Partnership which is consolidated as a subsidiary of the Group.
B The Group's interest is through a joint operation ownership of a 95 per cent interest in Manchester Arndale, and a 90 per cent
interest in New Cathedral Street, Manchester.
C The Group's interest is through a joint operation ownership of a 66 per cent interest in The Mall at Cribbs Causeway and a
100 per cent interest in The Retail Park, Cribbs Causeway.
D Includes the Group's interests in intu Broadmarsh, Soar at intu Braehead, development land in Spain, Charter Place, Watford and
Sprucefield, Northern Ireland.
E The EPRA vacancy rate at 30 June 2016 was 2.3 per cent (31 December 2015: 2.6 per cent).
F Net initial yield adjusted for the expiration of rent free periods and other unexpired lease incentives.
G Calculated in local currency.
H Includes the Group's interest in intu Uxbridge.
Analysis of capital return in the period – including Group's share of joint ventures
Market value Revaluation
30 June 31 December surplus/(deficit)
2016 2015 30 June 2016
GBPm GBPm GBPm %
Like-for-like property 9,572.3 9,458.0 55.2 0.6
Acquisition: intu Merry Hill (50%) 444.6 – – n/a
Developments 130.1 144.4 (50.0) n/a
Total investment and development property 10,147.0 9,602.4 5.2 n/a
Analysis of net rental income in the period including Group's share of joint ventures
Six months ended
30 June 30 June
2016 2015 Movement
GBPm GBPm GBPm %
Like-for-like property 215.0 200.0 15.0 7.5
Acquisition: intu Merry Hill (50%) 0.5 – 0.5 n/a
Disposals: Puerto Venecia (50%) 4.2 7.5 (3.3) n/a
Developments (0.3) 0.1 (0.4) n/a
Total net rental income 219.4 207.6 11.8 n/a
Additional property information – including Group's share of joint ventures
As at As at
30 June 31 December
2016 2015
GBPm GBPm
Passing rent 436.4 411.7
Annual property income 474.8 448.5
ERV 554.3 531.2
Weighted average unexpired lease term 7.7 years 7.9 years
FINANCIAL COVENANTS (unaudited)
Intu (SGS) Finance plc and Intu (SGS) Finco Limited ('Secured Group Structure')
Interest Interest
Loan LTV LTV cover cover
GBPm Maturity covenant actual covenant actual
Term loan 351.8 2021
3.875 per cent bonds 450.0 2023
4.625 per cent bonds 350.0 2028
4.250 per cent bonds 350.0 2030
1,501.8 80% 44% 125% 262%
Covenants are tested on the Security Group, the principal assets of which are intu Lakeside, intu Braehead, intu Watford, intu Victoria
Centre, intu Chapelfield and intu Derby. Further details on the operating covenant regime are included in the 2015 Annual report.
The Trafford Centre Finance Limited
There are no financial covenants on the intu Trafford Centre debt of GBP789.8 million at 30 June 2016. However a debt service charge
ratio is assessed quarterly and where this falls below specified levels certain restrictions come into force. The loan to 30 June 2016
market value ratio is 36 per cent. No restrictions are in place at present.
Intu Metrocentre Finance plc
Interest Interest
Loan LTV LTV cover cover
GBPm Maturity covenant actual covenant actual
4.125 per cent bonds 485.0 2023 100% 51% 125% 214%
Further details on the operating covenant regime are included in the 2015 Annual report.
Other asset-specific debt
Loan
outstanding at Loan to Interest Interest
30 June 2016(1) LTV 30 June 2016 cover cover
GBPm Maturity covenant market value(2) covenant actual(3)
intu Milton Keynes 125.2 2017 65% 45% 150% 217%
Barton Square 42.5 2017 65% 49% 175% 182%
intu Merry Hill 500.0 2018 65% 56% 150% 268%
intu Bromley 95.8 2018 65% 54% 150% 377%
Sprucefield 33.2 2020 65% 49% 150% 354%
intu Uxbridge(4) 26.0 2020 70% 55% 125% 199%
St David's, Cardiff 122.5 2021 65% 33% 150% 321%
Puerto Venecia, Zaragoza(4) EUR112.5 2019 65% 48% 150% 303%
intu Asturias(4) EUR47.4 2019 65% 39% 150% 273%
Notes
(1) The loan values are the actual principal balances outstanding at 30 June 2016, which take into account any principal
repayments made up to 30 June 2016. The balance sheet value of the loans includes unamortised fees.
(2) The loan to 30 June 2016 market value provides an indication of the impact the 30 June 2016 property valuations could have
on the LTV covenants. The actual timing and manner of testing LTV covenants varies and is loan specific.
(3) Based on latest certified figures, calculated in accordance with loan agreements, which have submission dates between
30 June 2016 and 30 July 2016. The calculations are loan specific and include a variety of historic, forecast and in certain
instances a combined historic and forecast basis.
(4) Debt shown is consistent with the Group's economic interest.
Intu Debenture plc
Capital Capital Interest Interest
Loan cover cover cover cover
GBPm Maturity covenant actual covenant actual
231.4 2027 150% 250% 100% 118%
The debenture is currently secured on a number of the Group's properties including intu Potteries, intu Eldon Square, intu
Broadmarsh and Soar at intu Braehead.
Should the capital cover or interest cover test be breached, Intu Debenture plc (the 'Issuer') has three months from the date
of delivery of the valuation or the latest certificate to the Trustees to make good any deficiencies. The Issuer may withdraw
property secured on the debenture by paying a sum of money or through the substitution of alternative property provided
that the capital cover and interest cover tests are satisfied immediately following the substitution.
Financial covenants on corporate facilities
Interest Interest Borrowings/ Borrowings/
Net worth Net worth cover cover net worth net worth
covenant actual covenant actual covenant actual
GBP600m facility, maturing in 2020* GBP1,200.0m GBP2,574.0m 120% 214% 125% 77%
GBP300m due in 2018 - 2.5 per cent
convertible bonds** n/a n/a n/a n/a 175% 20%
* Tested on the Borrower Group which excludes, at the Group's election, certain subsidiaries with asset-specific finance.
The facility is secured on the Group's investments in Manchester Arndale and Cribbs Causeway.
** Tested on the Group excluding, at the Group's election, the borrowings of certain subsidiaries with asset-specific finance.
Interest rate swaps
The table below sets out the nominal amount and average rate of hedging, excluding lenders' margins, in place under current
and forward starting swap contracts.
Nominal amount Average rate
GBPm %
In effect on or after:
1 year 1,651.9 3.18
2 years 1,169.3 3.96
5 years 689.3 5.15
10 years 673.1 4.90
15 years 611.9 4.90
20 years 116.7 4.69
GROUP INCLUDING SHARE OF JOINT VENTURES (unaudited)
This section presents the financial information of the Group including the share of joint ventures on a line-by-line basis. It
also includes reconciliations between the information presented in the financial statements and that including the Group's
share of joint ventures as used in the operating and financial reviews.
Underlying profit statement
Six months Six months
ended Six months ended Year ended
30 June ended 31 December 31 December
2016 30 June 2015 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm GBPm
Net rental income 219.4 207.6 220.2 427.8
Net other (expense)/income (0.3) 2.6 3.2 5.8
Administration expenses (18.3) (16.3) (21.7) (38.0)
Underlying operating profit 200.8 193.9 201.7 395.6
Finance costs (101.4) (105.1) (103.8) (208.9)
Finance income 0.7 0.5 1.1 1.6
Other finance costs (2.9) (2.9) (3.0) (5.9)
Underlying net finance costs (103.6) (107.5) (105.7) (213.2)
Underlying profit before tax and associates 97.2 86.4 96.0 182.4
Tax on underlying profit (0.1) (0.3) (0.3) (0.6)
Share of underlying profit of associates 0.3 0.1 0.1 0.2
Remove amounts attributable to non-controlling interests 2.1 2.5 2.1 4.6
Underlying earnings 99.5 88.7 97.9 186.6
Underlying earnings per share (pence) 7.5p 6.8p 7.4p 14.2p
Weighted average number of shares (million) 1,332.0 1,308.3 1,327.6 1,318.1
Underlying profit for the six months ended 30 June 2016
Group
Group Share of including
underlying joint share of joint
profit ventures ventures
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Rent receivable 229.3 29.5 258.8
Service charge income 50.0 5.8 55.8
Facilities management income from joint ventures 6.2 (2.7) 3.5
Revenue 285.5 32.6 318.1
Net rental income 193.6 25.8 219.4
Net other income/(expense) 0.4 (0.7) (0.3)
Administration expenses (18.1) (0.2) (18.3)
Underlying operating profit 175.9 24.9 200.8
Finance costs (98.6) (2.8) (101.4)
Finance income 10.6 (9.9) 0.7
Other finance costs (2.9) – (2.9)
Underlying net finance costs (90.9) (12.7) (103.6)
Underlying profit before tax, joint ventures and associates 85.0 12.2 97.2
Tax on underlying profit – (0.1) (0.1)
Share of underlying profit of joint ventures 12.1 (12.1) –
Share of underlying profit of associates 0.3 – 0.3
Remove amounts attributable to non-controlling interests 2.1 – 2.1
Underlying earnings 99.5 – 99.5
Consolidated income statement for the six months ended 30 June 2016
Group
Group Share of including
income joint share of joint
statement ventures ventures
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Revenue 285.5 32.6 318.1
Net rental income 193.6 25.8 219.4
Net other income 0.4 (0.7) (0.3)
Revaluation of investment and development property (3.6) 8.8 5.2
Gain on acquisition of businesses 34.8 – 34.8
Gain on sale of other investments 74.1 – 74.1
Administration expenses – ongoing (18.1) (0.2) (18.3)
Administration expenses – exceptional (0.9) (0.4) (1.3)
Operating profit 280.3 33.3 313.6
Finance costs (98.6) (2.8) (101.4)
Finance income 10.6 (9.9) 0.7
Other finance costs (15.4) 0.1 (15.3)
Change in fair value of financial instruments (127.6) (3.0) (130.6)
Net finance costs (231.0) (15.6) (246.6)
Profit before tax, joint ventures and associates 49.3 17.7 67.0
Share of post-tax profit of joint ventures 17.6 (17.6) –
Share of post-tax loss of associates (2.1) – (2.1)
Profit before tax 64.8 0.1 64.9
Current tax – (0.1) (0.1)
Deferred tax (16.7) – (16.7)
Taxation (16.7) (0.1) (16.8)
Profit for the period 48.1 – 48.1
Balance sheet as at 30 June 2016
Group
Group Share of including
balance joint share of joint
sheet ventures ventures
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Assets
Investment and development property 9,403.0 718.7 10,121.7
Investment in joint ventures 574.3 (574.3) –
Cash and cash equivalents 245.5 20.6 266.1
Other assets 275.7 19.8 295.5
Total assets 10,498.5 184.8 10,683.3
Liabilities
Borrowings (4,792.0) (156.1) (4,948.1)
Derivative financial instruments (466.7) (5.4) (472.1)
Other liabilities (295.4) (23.3) (318.7)
Total liabilities (5,554.1) (184.8) (5,738.9)
Net assets 4,944.4 – 4,944.4
Investment and development property
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Balance sheet carrying value of investment and development property 10,121.7 9,523.7 9,434.9
Tenant incentives included within trade and other receivables 115.0 112.8 110.2
Head leases included within finance leases in borrowings (89.7) (34.1) (34.6)
Market value of investment and development property 10,147.0 9,602.4 9,510.5
Net external debt
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Total borrowings 4,792.0 4,471.6 4,671.7
Cash and cash equivalents (245.5) (275.8) (235.9)
Net debt 4,546.5 4,195.8 4,435.8
Metrocentre compound financial instrument (174.8) (172.0) (169.0)
Net external debt – before Group's share of joint ventures 4,371.7 4,023.8 4,266.8
Add share of borrowing of joint ventures 156.1 140.9 32.7
Less share of cash of joint ventures (20.6) (25.6) (23.7)
Net external debt – including Group's share of joint ventures 4,507.2 4,139.1 4,275.8
Analysed as:
Debt including Group's share of joint ventures 4,773.3 4,440.5 4,535.4
Cash including Group's share of joint ventures (266.1) (301.4) (259.6)
Net external debt – including Group's share of joint ventures 4,507.2 4,139.1 4,275.8
Debt to assets ratio
30 June 31 December 30 June
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
Market value of investment and development property 10,147.0 9,602.4 9,510.5
Net external debt (4,507.2) (4,139.1) (4,275.8)
Debt to assets ratio 44.4% 43.1% 45.0%
EPRA Cost Ratios
Six months Six months Year
ended ended ended
30 June 30 June 31 December
2016 2015 2015
GBPm GBPm GBPm
EPRA Costs (including direct vacancy costs) 42.2 48.5 97.0
EPRA Costs (excluding direct vacancy costs) 34.4 39.1 78.1
Gross rental income 243.3 239.8 486.8
EPRA Cost Ratio (including direct vacancy costs) 17.3% 20.2% 19.9%
EPRA Cost Ratio (excluding direct vacancy costs) 14.1% 16.3% 16.0%
DIVIDENDS
The Directors of intu properties plc have announced an interim dividend per ordinary share (ISIN GB0006834344) of
4.6 pence (2015: 4.6 pence) payable on 22 November 2016 (see salient dates below). An announcement confirming whether
a scrip dividend alternative will be offered will be made on 11 October 2016.
The dividend may be partly paid as a Property Income Distribution ("PID") and partly paid as a non-PID. The PID element
will be subject to deduction of a 20 per cent withholding tax unless exemptions apply (please refer to the PID special note
below). Any non-PID element will be treated as an ordinary UK company dividend. For South African shareholders, any
non-PID cash dividends may be subject to deduction of South African Dividends Tax at 15 per cent.
Shareholders will be advised of the PID/non-PID split no later than Tuesday 11 October 2016.
Dates
The following are the salient dates for the payment of the interim dividend:
Friday, 14 October 2016 Sterling/Rand exchange rate struck.
Monday, 17 October 2016 Sterling/Rand exchange rate and dividend amount in SA currency announced.
Wednesday, 19 October 2016 Ordinary shares listed ex-dividend on the JSE, Johannesburg
Thursday, 20 October 2016 Ordinary shares listed ex-dividend on the London Stock Exchange.
Friday, 21 October 2016 Record date for interim dividend in London and Johannesburg.
Friday, 21 October 2016 UK shareholders only: Last date for receipt of Tax Exemption Declaration forms to
permit dividends to be paid gross.
Tuesday, 22 November 2016 Dividend payment day for shareholders
Note: If a scrip dividend alternative were to be offered, the deadline for submission of valid election forms will be 21 October 2016 for shareholders on the
South African register and 28 October 2016 for shareholders on the UK register.
South African shareholders should note that, in accordance with the requirements of Strate, the last day to trade cum-
dividend will be Tuesday, 18 October 2016 and that no dematerialisation or rematerialisation of shares will be possible from
Wednesday, 19 October to Friday, 21 October 2016 inclusive. No transfers between the UK and South African registers
may take place from Monday, 17 October to Friday, 21 October 2016 inclusive.
PID SPECIAL NOTE:
UK shareholders:
For those who are eligible for exemption from the 20 per cent withholding tax and have not previously registered for
exemption, an HM Revenue & Customs ("HMRC") Tax Exemption Declaration is available for download from the
"Investors" section of the intu properties plc website (intugroup.co.uk), or on request to our UK registrars, Capita Asset
Services. Validly completed forms must be received by Capita Asset Services no later than the Record Date, Friday
21 October 2016; otherwise the dividend will be paid after deduction of tax.
South African and other non-UK shareholders:
South African shareholders may apply to HMRC after payment of the dividend for a refund of the difference between the
20 per cent withholding tax and the UK/South African double taxation treaty rate of 15 per cent. Other non-UK shareholders
may be able to make similar claims for a refund of UK withholding tax deducted. Refund application forms for all non-UK
shareholders are available for download from the "Investors" section of the intu properties plc website (intugroup.co.uk), or
on request to our SA registrars, Trifecta Capital Services (Pty) Limited, or HMRC. UK withholding tax refunds are not
claimable from intu properties plc, the South African Revenue Service ("SARS") or other national authorities, only from the
UK's HMRC.
Additional information on PIDs can be found at www.intugroup.co.uk/investors/shareholders-bondholders/real-estate-
investment-trust/.
The above does not constitute advice and shareholders should seek their own professional guidance. intu properties plc
does not accept liability for any loss suffered arising from reliance on the above.
GLOSSARY
ABC1 customers
Proportion of customers within UK social groups A, B and C1, defined as members of households whose chief earner's occupation is
professional, higher or intermediate management, or supervisory.
Annual property income
The Group's share of passing rent plus the independent external valuers' estimate of annual excess turnover rent and sundry income such
as that from car parks and mall commercialisation.
CACI
Provide market research on intu's customers and UK wide location analysis.
Debt to assets ratio
Net external debt divided by the market value of investment and development property.
Diluted figures
Reported amounts adjusted to include the effects of dilutive potential shares issuable under convertible bonds and
employee incentive arrangements.
Earnings per share
Profit for the period attributable to owners of intu properties plc divided by the weighted average number of shares in issue during the
period.
EPRA
European Public Real Estate Association, the publisher of Best Practice Recommendations intended to make financial
statements of public real estate companies in Europe clearer, more transparent and comparable.
ERV (estimated rental value)
The independent external valuers' estimate of the Group's share of the current annual market rent of all lettable space after expiry of
concessionary periods net of any non-recoverable charges but before bad debt provisions.
Exceptional items
Items that in the Directors' view are required to be separately disclosed by virtue of their size, nature or incidence to enable a full
understanding of the Group's financial performance.
Headline rent ITZA
Annual contracted rent per square foot after expiry of concessionary periods in terms of Zone A.
Interest cover
Underlying operating profit excluding trading property related items divided by the net finance cost plus interest on
convertible bonds recognised in equity excluding the change in fair value of financial instruments, exceptional finance costs and
amortisation of the Metrocentre compound financial instrument.
Interest rate swap
A derivative financial instrument enabling parties to exchange interest rate obligations for a predetermined period. These
are used by the Group to convert floating rate debt to fixed rates.
IPD
Investment Property Databank Limited, producer of an independent benchmark of property returns.
Like-for-like property
Investment property which has been owned throughout both periods without significant capital expenditure in either period, so
that income can be compared on a like-for-like basis. For the purposes of comparison of capital values, this will also include
assets owned at the previous reporting period end but not throughout the prior period.
Long-term lease
A lease with a term certain of at least five years.
LTV (loan to value)
The ratio of attributable debt to the market value of an investment property.
NAV per share (diluted, adjusted)
NAV per share calculated on a diluted basis and adjusted to remove the fair value of derivatives (net of tax), goodwill resulting from
the recognition of deferred tax liabilities, and deferred tax on investment and development property and other investments.
Net asset value ('NAV') per share
Net assets attributable to owners of intu properties plc divided by the number of ordinary shares in issue at the period end.
Net external debt
Net debt after removing the Metrocentre compound financial instrument.
Net initial yield (EPRA)
Annualised net rent on investment property (after deduction of revenue costs such as head rent, running void, service
charge after shortfalls, empty rates and merchant association contribution) expressed as a percentage of the gross market
value before deduction of theoretical acquisition costs, consistent with EPRA's net initial yield, and as provided by the Group's
independent external valuers.
Net rental income
The Group's share of net rents receivable as shown in the income statement, having taken due account of non-recoverable
costs, bad debt provisions and adjustments to comply with IFRS including those regarding tenant lease incentives.
NNNAV per share (diluted, adjusted)
NAV per share (diluted, adjusted) adjusted to include the fair values of derivatives, debt and deferred taxes.
Nominal equivalent yield
Effective annual yield to a purchaser from an asset at market value before taking account of notional acquisition costs assuming rent
is receivable annually in arrears, reflecting ERV but disregarding potential changes in market rents, as determined by the Group's
independent external valuers.
Occupancy
The passing rent of let and under offer units expressed as a percentage of the passing rent of let and under offer units plus
ERV of un-let units, excluding development and recently completed properties. Units let to tenants in administration and still
trading are treated as let and those no longer trading are treated as un-let.
Passing rent
The Group's share of contracted annual rents receivable at the balance sheet date. This takes no account of accounting
adjustments made in respect of rent free periods or tenant incentives, the reclassification of certain lease payments as
finance charges or any irrecoverable costs and expenses, and does not include excess turnover rent, additional rent in
respect of unsettled rent reviews or sundry income such as from car parks etc. Contracted annual rents in respect of
tenants in administration are excluded.
PMA
Property Market Analysis LLP, a producer of property market research and forecasting.
Property Income Distribution ('PID')
A dividend, generally subject to UK withholding tax at the basic rate of income tax, that a UK REIT is required to pay to its
shareholders from its qualifying rental profits. Certain classes of shareholder may qualify to receive a PID gross,
shareholders should refer to intugroup.co.uk for further information. The Group can also pay non-PID dividends which are
not subject to UK withholding tax.
Real Estate Investment Trust ('REIT')
REITs are internationally recognised property investment vehicles which have now been introduced in many countries around the
world. Each country has its own rules, but the broad intention of REITs is to encourage investment in domestic property by removing tax
distortions for investors.
In the UK, REITs must meet certain ongoing rules and regulations, including the requirement to distribute at
least 90 per cent of qualifying rental profits to shareholders. Withholding tax of 20 per cent is deducted from these Property Income
Distributions (see above). Profits from a REIT's non-property business remain subject to normal corporation tax. The Group elected for
REIT status in the UK with effect from 1 January 2007.
Scrip Dividend Scheme
The Group offers shareholders the opportunity to participate in the Scrip Dividend Scheme. This enables participating shareholders
to receive shares instead of cash when a Scrip Alternative is offered for a particular dividend.
Short-term lease
A lease with a term certain of less than five years.
SOCIMI
The Spanish equivalent of a Real Estate Investment Trust (see definition).
Tenant (or lease) incentives
Any incentives offered to occupiers to enter into a lease. Typically incentives are in the form of an initial rent free period
and/or a cash contribution to fit out the premises. Under IFRS the value of incentives granted to tenants is amortised
through the income statement on a straight-line basis over the lease term.
Topped-up NIY (EPRA)
Net initial yield adjusted for the expiration of rent free periods and other unexpired lease incentives.
Total financial return
The change in NAV per share (diluted, adjusted) plus dividends per share paid in the period expressed as a percentage of
opening NAV per share (diluted, adjusted).
Total property return
The change in capital value, less any capital expenditure incurred, plus net income in the year expressed as a percentage of the capital
employed (opening capital value plus capital expenditure incurred) in the year as calculated by IPD.
Underlying earnings per share ('EPS')
Earnings per share adjusted to exclude valuation movements, exceptional items and related tax.
Underlying figures
Amounts described as underlying exclude valuation movements, exceptional items and related tax.
Vacancy rate (EPRA)
The ERV of vacant space divided by total ERV.
Yield shift
A movement (usually expressed in basis points) in the yield of a property asset.
Sponsor
Merrill Lynch South Africa (Pty) Limited
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