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SABMiller Preliminary Results
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SABMiller Preliminary Announcement
Strong growth profile drives earnings
London and Johannesburg, 18 May 2006. SABMiller plc today announces its
preliminary (unaudited) IFRS results for the year to 31 March 2006.
Highlights are:
2006 2005 %
US$m US$m change
Revenue (a) 15,307 12,901 19%
EBITA (b) 2,941 2,389 23%
Adjusted profit before tax (c) 2,626 2,222 18%
Profit before tax (including net exceptional
credits of US$415 million in prior year) 2,453 2,552 (4%)
Adjusted earnings (d) 1,497 1,224 22%
Adjusted earnings per share (d)
- US cents 109.1 101.0 8%
- US cents on a comparable basis (see note 5) 109.1 98.4 11%
- UK pence (up 12%) 61.0 54.7
- SA cents (up 11%) 699.2 628.2
Basic earnings per share (US cents) 105.0 125.5 (16%)
Dividends per share (US cents) 44.0 38.0 16%
Net cash generated from operations 3,291 2,792 18%
Group lager volumes up 19% to 176 million hectolitres (hl), organic
growth of 5%
New growth platform in South America through Bavaria
Growth in Europe continues with market share gains and mix improvements
South African profit increase driven by premium sales growth
Volume growth in China supports good Africa and Asia contribution
Resilient performance by Miller despite intense competitive pricing environment
Strong cash flows support dividend increase of 16%
(a) Revenue excludes the attributable share of associates" revenue of
US$1,774 million (2005: US$1,642 million).
(b) Note 2 provides a reconciliation of operating profit to EBITA which
is defined as operating profit before exceptional items and
amortisation of intangible assets (excluding software) but includes the
group"s share of associates" operating profit, on a similar basis.
EBITA is used throughout the preliminary announcement.
(c) Adjusted profit before tax comprises EBITA less net finance costs
of US$299 million (2005: US$143 million), and share of associates" net
finance costs of US$16 million (2005: US$24 million).
(d) A reconciliation of adjusted earnings to the statutory measure of
profit attributable to equity shareholders is provided in note 5.
Reported Organic,
2006 growth constant
EBITA % currency
US$m growth
%
North America 454 (7) (7)
Latin America (1) 436 385 (12)
Europe 569 18 14
Africa and Asia 422 10 11
South Africa: Beverages 1,062 11 14
South Africa: Hotels and Gaming 84 14 18
Corporate (86) - -
Group 2,941 23 9
(1) Organic, constant currency growth relates only to Central
America and excludes Bavaria. Reported results include Bavaria from
12 October 2005.
Statement from Meyer Kahn, Chairman
"This was another year of good growth in volumes, margins and earnings
reflecting the growth profile that the group has built over the years. Our track
record reflects well-judged acquisitions and investments, successful integration
and subsequent operational improvements.
"It was also a year of strategic progress for the group as it completed the
initial turnaround of Miller notwithstanding the challenging market conditions.
The group has continued to improve its access to long term growth markets,
establishing a major new platform in South America through the Bavaria
transaction, whilst making further significant investments in China, India and
Vietnam.
"SABMiller now has a stronger global portfolio of businesses and brands.
Looking forward a key focus will be on ensuring that we continue to nurture and
build brands which are the first choice of consumers."
Enquiries:
Sue Clark
SABMiller plc
Director of Corporate Affairs
Tel: +44 20 7659 0100
Gary Leibowitz
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations
Mob: +44 7717 428540
Nigel Fairbrass
Head of Media Relations
Mob: +44 7799 894265
Philip Gawith
The Maitland Consultancy
Tel: +44 20 7379 5151
A live webcast of the management presentation to analysts will
begin at 9.30am (BST) on 18 May 2006.
This announcement, a copy of the slide presentation and video
interviews with management are available on the SABMiller plc
website at
www.sabmiller.com. Video interviews with management can also be
found at www.cantos.com.
High resolution images are available for the media to view and
download free of charge from www.vismedia.co.uk
Copies of the press release and the detailed Preliminary
Announcement are available from the Company Secretary at the
Registered Office,
or from 2 Jan Smuts Avenue, Johannesburg, South Africa.
Registered office: SABMiller House, Church Street West, Woking,
Surrey, GU21 6HS
Incorporated in England and Wales (Registration Number 3528416)
Telephone: +44 1483 264000
Telefax: +44 1483 264117
Chief Executive"s Review
Business review
After two years of outstanding results, we have completed another twelve months
of good performance with the group also continuing to access and develop new
long term growth positions in the global beer market. Our portfolio of
developed and developing market operations generated organic growth in overall
lager volumes of 5% and in EBITA growth of 9% on a constant currency basis. The
group EBITA margin increased to 17.2%, an 80 basis point improvement over the
prior year.
Overall, these strong results demonstrate SABMiller"s superior growth profile
and exposure to attractive beer and soft drinks markets, with total beverage
volumes up by 5% on an organic basis, and 18% above last year on a reported
basis at 221 million hl. Total lager volumes were 176 million hl. We saw
particularly strong lager volume growth from Europe and China, and a strong
earnings contribution from South Africa where despite a subdued volume
performance our efforts to expand our premium brand offering are improving mix.
Our new businesses in South America are trading in line with our expectations,
and despite a challenging pricing environment our Miller business is benefiting
from the investment made during the three-year turnaround.
The group has continued to enter new markets to strengthen further its existing
positions through additional acquisitions and investments. During the period
the group purchased the balance of its joint venture, Shaw Wallace Breweries, in
India; announced its first move into Vietnam through a local joint-venture;
completed its agreement in Slovakia to buy into the brewer, Topvar a.s.
(Topvar); and made further acquisitions through its Chinese associate in the
provinces of Anhui and Fujian. Following its entry into South America in
October 2005, the group has carried out further purchases of shares in Bavaria
S.A. (Bavaria) in Colombia, and Union de Cervecerias Peruanas Backus y Johnston
S.A.A. (Backus) in Peru. The group has also increased its investment in Latin
America by acquiring the minorities in Central America. In the UK, we launched a
new operating company called Miller Brands to manage the sales, marketing and
distribution of our key international premium brands in the UK market.
Net cash generated from operations was 18% above the prior year, reflecting the
overall strength of the trading performance and our strong cash characteristics.
The group"s gearing increased at the year-end to 52.1% from last year"s 25.2%,
principally as a result of the increase in debt following the Bavaria
transaction in South America.
The board has proposed a final dividend of 31 US cents per share, making a total
of 44 US cents per share for the year, an increase of 16% over the prior year.
The dividend is covered 2.5 times by adjusted earnings per share.
North America
Miller has concluded its initial three-year turnaround programme and all aspects
of its business have been substantially re-shaped to ensure it is a more able
and vigorous competitor in the US market, evidence of which is continued growth
of Miller Lite. Against this, the industry pricing environment has deteriorated
over the past twelve months following sustained levels of discounting. Commodity
costs, such as that for aluminium, have risen significantly. Within this
context, Miller maintained firmer year-on-year pricing than its domestic
competitors to protect its brand equity. Domestic sales to retailers (STRs)
decreased by 1.0% over the year whilst EBITA fell 7%.
Latin America
For the period from 12 October 2005 to 31 March 2006, the South America business
has performed in line with our expectations, with lager volumes for a pro forma
six months to 31 March 2006 up 7.5% to 15.3 million hl. The Andean region has
continued to experience positive economic conditions, with Colombia and Peru in
particular showing strong GDP growth. We have completed initial reviews of all
the businesses in the Bavaria group and an integration programme
is being rolled-out. Priority will be given to new portfolio and channel
marketing strategies. In Central America, CSD volumes were 6% above the prior
year but beer volumes continued to be adversely impacted by last year"s
significant increase in excise tax in El Salvador.
Europe
Europe delivered another excellent performance. Lager volumes were up by 5% on
an organic basis and this growth was driven principally by Poland, Romania and
Russia. In Poland, our volumes grew well ahead of the market at 11%, benefiting
from a number of new product launches and pack innovations. Overall market share
increased to an estimated 37.5%. In Russia volumes were up 14%, twice the growth
of the market and our Czech beer, Kozel, grew 55% to become the largest licensed
brand in Russia. Additional capacity has been installed in Russia and plans are
in place to expand the Kaluga brewery"s annual capacity to six million hl. Our
Czech business increased its market share, and drove strong EBITA margin
improvements from production efficiencies. Volumes grew 5% in Romania on an
organic basis where we are now expanding capacity, and in Italy our Birra Peroni
branded volumes were up 1%, leading to an improvement in profitability.
Africa and Asia
Africa and Asia continued its strong volume growth, with our associate CR Snow
in China maintaining its excellent first half performance with volumes up 17%
for the year on an organic basis. The Snow brand grew 52% to 17.3 million hl,
and is now China"s number one brand by volume. In Africa, the continuing
devaluation of the Pula negatively impacted clear beer and CSD volumes in
Botswana, but the business portfolio benefited from strong underlying growth in
Mozambique, Tanzania and Uganda, driven by good economic fundamentals and
improved product availability. Our clear sorghum beers, Eagle and Eagle Extra,
which were developed with the participation of local cereal farmers, have
contributed to the 39% increase in volumes in Uganda. Reported Africa lager
volume growth was 3%.
South Africa: Beverages
Lager and soft drinks continued their positive volume growth trends, despite the
absence of an Easter period. However, buoyant first half volume growth was
followed by cooler weather and slower wage growth in the second half, leaving
lager volumes up 1% on a comparable basis. Our premium brands, which include
the new 660 ml packs for Miller Genuine Draft and Brutal Fruit, grew by 45% and
our share of the premium segment increased to almost 80%. Total soft drinks
volumes increased by 5%, driven by strong growth in non-CSD beverages. This
positive sales volume performance in both lager and soft drinks, combined with
the favourable mix benefits afforded by the growth of our premium portfolio,
contributed to a good increase in constant currency EBITA.
Outlook
The 2006 results represent a year of good performance following two years of
outstanding growth. The group"s global footprint and its portfolio of businesses
and brands, which have been enhanced by the Bavaria transaction, position it
well to make further progress in the current year.
Operational review
North America
2006 2005
Financial summary US$m US$m %
Revenue 4,912 4,892 -
EBITA* 454 487 (7)
EBITA margin (%)* 9.3 10.0
Sales volumes (hl 000)
- Lager - excluding contract brewing 47,059 47,380 (1)
- contract brewing 10,246 10,583 (3)
- Carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) 74 75 (1)
Lager - domestic sales to retailers 43,964 44,380 (1)
(STRs)
In 2005 before exceptional credits of US$111 million being a US$104 million gain
in relation to changes to post-retirement plans, an exceptional profit on the
sale of Tumwater brewery of US$4 million, Tumwater brewery closure costs
reversal of US$1 million and integration and restructuring cost reversal of US$2
million.
Miller has successfully completed its initial three-year turnaround programme,
continued growth in its flagship Miller Lite brand and established a platform
for sustained future growth.
Despite headwinds earlier in the year and market share gains by the spirits and
wine industries in the total alcoholic beverage market, the US beer industry
improved late in the fiscal year to finish with domestic shipments to
wholesalers (STWs) up 1.2% and sales to retailers (STRs) up some 1% for the full
year. STRs for the major domestic brewers were up by 0.2%. However, Miller"s
primary competitor eliminated its long-held price premiums in a number of market
segments, driving pricing down across the industry. In this context, as Miller
maintained firmer year-on-year pricing than its domestic competitors, Miller"s
STRs decreased by 1.0% in the reporting period, while Miller"s domestic STWs
declined by 0.1%. Export sales continued to be depressed by difficult trading
conditions in key markets, and contract brewing volumes decreased by 3.2%
compared to the prior year.
Although cycling strong prior year volume growth and facing aggressive
competitor discounting, Miller Lite continued its 30-month resurgence, posting
low single-digit growth for the fiscal year and demonstrating sustained consumer
equity. Marketing for Miller Lite, which emphasises its intrinsic strengths,
together with significant investment in on-premise activities, has been
successful in maintaining continuing momentum for the brand.
Increased marketing investment to revitalise the Miller High Life and
Milwaukee"s Best Light franchises mitigated the impact of price pressure on its
key economy segment brands, such that the decline of these was limited to low
single-digit rates. Miller Genuine Draft (MGD) was re-launched late in the
fourth quarter with a new positioning targeted at "mainstream sophisticate"
consumers seeking to trade up to affordable luxury. A comprehensive new
marketing campaign has been deployed including new graphics, packaging,
advertising, point-of-sale targeting and promotional activities.
Miller has commenced a significant programme in support of the marketing and
selling of its international worthmore brands. Peroni Nastro Azzurro recorded
impressive results in its launch year while Pilsner Urquell"s growth has
continued.
Total revenue grew by 0.4% to US$4,912 million, while US domestic revenue
excluding contract brewing increased by 1.0%. These increases were driven by
front-line pricing, partially offset by higher price promotions. Favourable
brand mix resulting from the improvement in Miller Lite sales was partially
offset by unfavourable pack and geographic mix. Contract brewing revenues
increased as a result of favourable mix impacts and despite volume declines.
Miller continued to extract operational efficiencies in its breweries and
realise cost savings on brewing materials, waste reduction and procurement.
These gains were more than offset by significantly higher aluminium, fuel and
energy costs, resulting in an increase in domestic costs of goods sold per
hectolitre slightly below the US Consumer Price Index. Efforts to improve the
management of health care and retirement costs began to produce positive results
in the reporting period.
In the face of these challenges, Miller continued to invest in the
organisational capabilities necessary to drive future growth. The acquisition
of new marketing talent, development of specialised sales forces, and increased
promotional and alliance marketing programmes resulted in an increase in
marketing costs despite continued marketing efficiency savings.
EBITA for the year of US$454 million was 7% lower than in the prior year, driven
by the highly competitive pricing environment and higher commodity, fuel and
energy costs. EBITA margin decreased to 9.3%. Miller is entering a new phase of
its business strategy with an emphasis on stepping up its organisational and
management capabilities and creating a strong and highly differentiated
portfolio of brands capable of capturing consumer preference. New marketing
campaigns for Miller Lite recently debuted with the aim of retaining core users,
attracting new consumers and increasing the impact of the successful on-premise
activities of the past three years. With its comprehensive re-launch, Miller
will focus on stabilising the share of Miller Genuine Draft, and will continue
to invest in creating brand equity for the Miller High Life and Milwaukee"s Best
franchises. Finally, Miller will continue to maximise the long-term growth
potential of Peroni Nastro Azzurro and Pilsner Urquell at superior price points
with a new systemic focus on a differentiated approach to marketing and sales in
the international worthmore premium segment.
Given the significantly higher level of aluminium costs, uncertainty in the
pricing environment and Miller"s commitment to invest in production, marketing
and sales capabilities to fuel future growth, both volume and profitability are
difficult to predict for the year ahead. In this environment, short-term
fluctuations in both competitive price gaps and market segment share positions
are to be expected. However, Miller remains confident that its brand-led,
consumer-focused approach will allow it to achieve sustainable growth over time.
Latin America
2005 Organic Bavaria Currency 2006
growth
Financial summary US$m US$m US$m US$m US$m
Group revenue (including 521 18 1,634 (8) 2,165
share of associates)
3%
EBITA* 90 (10) 358 (2) 436
(12%)
EBITA margin (%) 17.2 21.9 20.1
Sales volumes (hl 000)
- Lager 1,828 (88) 14,423 - 16,163
(5%)
- Carbonated soft drinks 5,622 324 1,389 - 7,335
(CSDs)
6%
- Other beverages 2,749 177 3,123 - 6,049
6%
In 2006 before exceptional items of US$11 million being integration and
restructuring costs
Latin America includes the results of the operations in Central America as well
as those in South America for the period since the transaction involving Bavaria
was completed on 12 October 2005. Following the initial investment in a 71.42%
controlling effective interest in Bavaria, the group carried out further
purchases of shares in Bavaria and also in its subsidiary companies. At the year
end, the group held a 97.2% effective interest in Bavaria and had increased its
effective economic interest in Backus in Peru to 93.3%. During the year the
group also acquired the remaining 41.8% minority interest in the Central
American business.
The results of the South America operations have been included for the first
time. Since 12 October the units have performed according to our expectations at
the time of the transaction. The Andean region as a whole has continued showing
positive economic conditions with Colombia and Peru in particular experiencing
strong GDP growth. Lager volumes of 15.3 million hl for the 6 month period to
March 2006 were up by 7.5% over the comparable prior year period, while other
beverage volumes of 4.8 million hl (comprising malt beverages, carbonated soft
drinks, water and juices) were up by 10% over the same period.
In Colombia, total beverage volume increased by 5% with beer volumes growing by
6% over the 6 month period despite the loss of three days of sales because of
the "dry law" during the elections and the absence of an Easter period. Pricing
was raised some 5%, on average, in the period. The results include the impact of
initiatives that were already underway at the time of the transaction including
a broader focus on the Costenita brand, which included a new bottle, and the
relaunch of Poker and Aguila in parts of the country. Major marketing activities
have focused on trade initiatives such as refrigeration.
In Peru, the beer market grew in volume terms by 24%, however industry revenue
growth was only 9% as a competitor entered at a price discount to the market and
then subsequently implemented further aggressive price promotions. Our beer
volumes were up 12% over the six month period and our prices on average have
fallen. Nevertheless, in the final quarter, we held an approximate 92% national
beer market share and posted 15% growth in lager volumes over the prior year
comparable 3 month period. Our principal brand, Cristal, gained market share in
the final quarter, reaching 46% as compared to 41% in the previous quarter
reflecting focused promotion activity in Lima and Trujillo. Pilsen Callao
maintained its market share of 20% through focused promotional efforts in Callao
and in the jungle cities.
Profitability has benefited from the strong volume trends in Colombia together
with robust growth in Ecuador and Panama whilst in Peru the impact of the more
competitive environment has restricted profit growth.
In South America, one-time integration and restructuring costs of US$11 million
were incurred in the period under review and we expect further significant costs
in the next financial year as integration initiatives get fully underway. A
regional office and management team have been established in Bogota and the
outgoing chief executives in Colombia and Peru have been replaced by experienced
SABMiller executives.
We have completed market-mapping for the brand portfolios and segmentation
studies in each of the countries and will be completing our portfolio strategies
shortly. We have enhanced our marketing capabilities through the appointment of
specialist resources in the regional office and have separated marketing and
sales functions in Colombia and Peru. In the areas of trade marketing and route-
to-market we are customising a channel marketing approach using the best
methodologies sourced from around the group. The region"s strategic commodity
requirements have been incorporated into the group"s global procurement
arrangements to access scale benefits.
Although we believe Bavaria to have been well-managed and profitable,
significant opportunities exist in the South America operations to create
further value by leveraging SABMiller expertise in category leadership, brand
portfolio development, channel marketing, pricing management and the
introduction of best in class operating practices. We have reviewed current
operations in each of the countries and are refining our earlier broad estimates
of cost productivity and performance improvement opportunities. We are
structuring our findings into a prioritised integration programme, which will be
rolled out in the coming year, and remain confident that the value benefit
estimates for 2010 indicated at the time of the transaction will be met.
In Central America, performance in both El Salvador and Honduras was impacted by
hurricanes. Total volumes for the year were 4% above prior year with carbonated
soft drink volumes for the year at 6% above prior year, offsetting the decline
in lager volumes which were 5% below prior year.
Volume grew in Honduras despite the impact of heavy rains and Hurricane Gamma
during November 2005. Lager volume grew by 1% and a number of price increases
were successfully implemented across the portfolio. Barena was launched to a
contemporary target consumer segment and Port Royal was relaunched with a new
bottle. Carbonated soft drink volumes grew by 3%, however overall CSD revenue
fell due to mix issues in response to continuing competitor activity. Marketing
investment grew significantly in support of Coca-Cola brands and increased
market activation in beer.
The trading environment in El Salvador continues to be difficult, with continued
economic slowdown, severe flooding and diminishing purchasing power. Lager
volumes declined by 11%, following the excise tax increase in 2005 with the
consequent price increases leading to a contraction in the Salvadoran beer
market. In addition, a competitor entered the market in 2005 and whilst
initially gaining a market share of some 14%, this has fallen to 6% in the final
quarter. Carbonated soft drink volumes grew by 11% driven by a decrease in
market pricing levels.
Europe
2006 2005
Financial summary US$m US$m %
Revenue 3,258 2,909 12
EBITA* 569 482 18
EBITA margin (%)* 17.5 16.6
Sales volumes (hl 000)
- Lager 35,664 33,669 6
- Lager organic 35,519 33,669 5
In 2005 before exceptional items of US$51 million being Naples brewery closure
costs of US$35 million and restructuring costs in the Canary Islands of US$16
million.
Total volumes rose 6% (5% on an organic basis) with strong volume growth in
Poland, Russia and Romania. The business again produced excellent profit growth,
with EBITA up 18% (14% in organic constant currency). Margin growth benefited
from improved sales mix, as worthmore volumes rose by 12%, and increased
productivity.
In Poland, volumes were up 11% compared to market growth of 5% and our market
share improved to an estimated 37.5% for the year ended 31 March 2006. Several
novel fridge and rack designs with improved trade service levels, plus targeted
above-the-line advertising executions and enhanced point of sale material
assisted this performance. In the upper mainstream segment, Lech"s momentum
continued with volume up 17%, and the first non-alcoholic variant of a major
domestic brand, Lech Free, was launched in March 2006. At the premium end Redd"s
was up 12%, and two new flavoured variants, Redd"s Red and Redd"s Sun, were
introduced. Tyskie is stabilizing at 4.9 million hl, with a 17% share of the
total market. Growth was strong in the lower mainstream segment and our Zubr
brand grew by 48%. Further capacity has been installed in Poland bringing total
production capability to 12.5 million hl.
Improving product visibility and cold availability, expanding on-trade share and
key account presence, and further development of premium brand organisational
capabilities continue as major focus areas. Pricing remains constrained in the
industry and on average declined 3% in real terms, with Kompania Piwowarska
achieving selective price increases.
In the Czech Republic, volumes grew 2% assisted by strong March volumes while
the industry was level, and as a result our domestic market share increased
slightly. The Pilsner Urquell brand grew 2% domestically and 4% overall, while
Germany and the USA were strong export markets. Gambrinus remains the market
leader with a 26% share. A complete packaging redesign, including bottles,
labels and crates, was launched for the Gambrinus brand at the end of the year.
Industry pricing remains muted with a 1% real decrease during the year. Plzensky
Prazdroj (PP) on-trade volume grew 9% and continues to be a key value enhancing
segment, with its overall value share estimated to be 4-5 percentage points
ahead of its market volume share. During the year, productivity was improved,
particularly through regional procurement activities, boosting margins. Capital
projects currently under way will increase PP"s production capacity to 9.8
million hl. In October 2005, the remaining 3.1% interest in PP held by minority
shareholders was acquired.
In Russia, second half volumes accelerated bringing the full year"s volume
growth to 14% against the industry"s estimated 7%. We continue to focus on the
premium segment and, with a market share of 5%, we have an estimated 15% share
of the national profit pool. The combined growth of Miller Genuine Draft and
Redds exceeded 7%. Kozel grew by 55%, making it the largest licensed brand in
Russia according to AC Nielsen. Zolotaya Botchka, our local premium brand, grew
11%. Margins were assisted by increased procurement from local sources. An
increase of 20% in our sales force and the extended cooler programme have
improved our focus on selected geographies as well as the on-trade. Additional
canning capacity has been installed and planning for Kaluga"s expansion to six
million hl is in progress.
In Italy, Birra Peroni"s performance was creditable given the effective 27%
increase in excise on lager per hectolitre, which followed a similar increase in
the previous year. Total branded volumes grew by 1% with the trademark brands,
Peroni and Nastro Azzurro, performing well with 2% and 9% growth respectively. A
managed exit strategy from private label saw our volumes in this segment decline
41%. The net result is a far better portfolio with revenues per hectolitre up 9%
and a significant improvement in gross margins.
Notwithstanding the overall weakness of the Italian economy and the pressure on
FMCG pricing, Birra Peroni has been able to exploit limited pricing
opportunities and successfully implemented increases of up to 3%. We increased
investment in marketing behind our trademark brands, introduced a new approach
towards independent distributors, focused on driving channel share in selected
local markets and established a new sales organisation.
Ursus Breweries in Romania produced an improved performance with EBITA margin
expanding significantly driven by production efficiencies and an estimated
market value share increase to 23%. Our organic volume growth was constrained to
5%, compared to the industry"s 8%, due to capacity limits specifically for PET.
Production capacity is now being expanded to 3.9 million hl. We continued to
focus on the Ursus Premium brand which grew 9%. Timisoreana Lux was the fastest
growing brand in the market, up 48% as distribution reach expanded. Distribution
and trade development of the imported Peroni Nastro Azzurro brand will be
extended in the coming year, while recently launched Stejar (Strong) will be
rolled out selectively.
Our Canary Islands operations benefited from the prior year"s restructuring.
Although both the industry and our volumes were down, EBITA was well ahead. In
Slovakia, volumes were down 3% but productivity boosted margins, and profits
were up. The Pilsner Urquell brand continued its strong growth performance of
recent years. In March 2006 the Slovakian Anti-monopoly office approved our
acquisition of an initial investment in Topvar a.s. with rights to acquire up to
at least 67% by September 2006. The Dreher brewery in Hungary delivered improved
financial results in difficult market conditions reflecting continued
productivity improvements. Volume was marginally ahead in a market down 4%.
Overall market share was up 1% to 28%.
In the United Kingdom, investment is being made behind Miller Brands (UK)
Limited which was launched in 2005 to market, sell and distribute our
international premium beer brands. Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Miller Genuine Draft,
Castle Lager and Pilsner Urquell have all been successfully transitioned from
their previous arrangements to the Miller Brands business and further investment
is planned for the current financial year.
Africa and Asia
2006 2005
Financial summary US$m US$m %
Group revenue (including share of 2,221 1,937 15
associates)
EBITA* 422 383 10
EBITA margin (%)* 19.0 19.7
Sales volumes (hl 000)**
- Lager 50,956 39,505 29
- Lager organic 45,211 39,505 14
- Carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) 4,061 4,667 (13)
- Other beverages 13,093 11,538 13
In 2005 before exceptional items being profit on the disposal of the group"s
interest in Harbin Brewery Group Limited (Harbin) of US$103 million.
Castel volumes of 13,991 hl 000 (2005: 12,771 hl 000) lager, 8,557 hl 000 (2005:
8,260 hl 000) CSDs, and 3,015 hl 000 (2005: 2,985 hl 000) other beverages are
not included.
Africa
Reported lager volumes grew 3% overall, driven by strong underlying growth in
Mozambique (9%), Tanzania (5%), and Uganda (39%), where we benefited from good
economic fundamentals combined with an operational focus on improved product
availability. Volumes declined in Zimbabwe and Botswana, both of which were
impacted by poor economic performance and currency devaluation.
In Tanzania, new packaging was introduced during the year for Castle Lager,
Redd"s, Kilimanjaro and Pilsener Lager which accelerated the growth of the brand
portfolio. Efficiency improvements in distribution were gained through
introducing direct deliveries in the Kilimanjaro region to improve rural market
penetration, outsourcing secondary distribution in other regions, and opening
additional warehouses and a new depot.
In Mozambique, the key driver of volume growth was improved sales and
distribution execution on the back of an extended company depot network, as well
as improved on-premise trade service through provision of additional
refrigeration and draught dispensing units. The upgrade in the Maputo brewery
packaging facilities during the year led to a significant change improvement in
quality and production efficiencies.
In Uganda, volume growth was driven by Eagle and Eagle Extra, our clear sorghum
beers, which were developed with the participation of local cereal farmers,
together with strong demand for value brands in an expanding market. This has
led to a 5% increase in market share to 51%. The improvement in volumes and the
increased local sourcing of raw materials enhanced margin.
In Botswana, currency devaluation of 12.5% announced in May 2005 followed an 8%
devaluation in the previous year, fuelling domestic inflation and resulting in a
decline in consumer discretionary spending that negatively impacted lager
volumes (down 6%) and CSD volumes (down 12%). The economic problems in Zimbabwe
led to significant volume declines in lager and soft drinks.
CSD volumes, excluding Zimbabwe, recorded modest positive growth for the year.
Angola recovered in the second half, recording 5% growth for the year from
improved market focus, despite increased pricing competition following a new
entrant to the market in the first half. Increased capacity was introduced in
the year with a new packaging line which has reduced the reliance on imports
whilst growing the returnable market.
EBITA margins grew, driven by improvements in productivity in most countries
that offset the impacts of the Botswana and Zimbabwe devaluations on imported
costs and increased fuel prices across all operations.
Our Castel associates enjoyed strong growth in lager beer up 10% with
significant contributions coming from Angola and Ethiopia.
Asia
China maintained the momentum reported at the half year, recording organic lager
volume growth of 17% (28% reported) for the year, above industry levels. All
regions posted meaningful growth including the competitive North East region.
The Snow brand enhanced sales mix by growing significantly at a higher average
price and is now China"s number one brand by volume at 17.3 million hl following
focused initiatives in brand marketing and in distribution.
The overall positive developments in pricing seen in the prior year continued in
the reported year despite increasingly competitive markets. Improvements in
underlying EBITA margin were achieved as the business was able to increase net
revenue per hectolitre by 6% during the year whilst absorbing the higher input
costs through productivity improvements.
Good progress has been made with integrating our previous year"s acquisitions in
the Jiangsu region as well as the other smaller acquisitions made during the
year in the Central region. Phase one of the Guangdong greenfield brewery was
concluded on time and within budget in February 2006 and is now fully
commissioned.
India is consolidated in the results for the first time following the purchase
in May 2005 of the balance of the joint venture with the Shaw Wallace group.
Satisfactory annual volume growth of 9% was achieved for the year on a pro forma
basis, despite a slow start to the year due to regulatory issues in Andhra
Pradesh. The last quarter ended strongly, up 17% year-on-year. Industry reform
remains a key issue; however the business was able to achieve price increases in
key states during the year. Overall the business is well poised for ongoing
growth with planned capacity expansion, particularly at Charminar in Andhra
Pradesh, and improvements being achieved in quality and productivity.
South Africa: Beverages
2006 2005
Financial summary US$m US$m %
Group revenue (including share of
associates) 4,204 3,995 5
EBITA 1,062 956 11
EBITA margin (%) 25.3 23.9
Sales volumes (hl 000)
- Lager 25,951 25,912 -
- Carbonated soft drinks (CSDs) 13,749 13,305 3
- Other beverages 1,234 996 24
Lager and CSD volumes continued their positive growth trends during the year
despite the absence of an Easter period. Buoyant first half volume growth was
however tempered by cooler weather, slower wage growth and increased consumer
expenditure on durable and semi durable items in the latter part of the year.
Whilst reported lager volumes were level, volumes were up 1% on a comparable
basis after adjusting for a transfer of management responsibility to the Africa
and Asia business for sales to Angola during 2004.
Our premium brands (including Castle Lite, MGD and Amstel) grew by 45% on last
year. During the year new 660ml packs were introduced for MGD and Brutal Fruit
enhancing availability and value for money, as an accessible premium offering.
Peroni Nastro Azzurro was launched during the year adding to the premium
portfolio. Market share of the liquor category increased to almost 59%, and
share of the premium beer segment increased to almost 80%
Total soft drinks volumes increased by 5% with strong growth in other beverages,
in particular the water portfolio, and 3% growth in CSD volumes. Volumes during
the traditionally slower winter months were boosted by increased sales and
promotional activity, relatively warmer weather and improved operational focus,
whilst volumes in the second half were impacted by cooler weather.
Sales volume growth in both lager and soft drinks categories supported by price
increases and favourable mix benefits, increased revenue. Low commodity prices
and the relatively firm currency resulted in brewing raw material costs
increasing only marginally, although fuel costs were significantly higher.
The above combined with ongoing focus on cost productivity delivered strong
EBITA growth of 14% in constant currency. Margins improved by 140 basis points
to 25.3%.
The market penetration initiatives in both the beer and soft drink markets
gained momentum. As a result of the issuance of liquor permits in two provinces
and a greater emphasis on the sales and distribution in the beer business the
customer base increased by almost 22% during the year. Soft drinks increased its
customer base by 7%.
The introduction of new labelling capability in our lager production plants is
on schedule and will provide additional flexibility for improved product
offerings to the consumer. During the year new sales and distribution systems
were introduced which will further enhance market information and our service
capabilities. New production capability was introduced in the soft drinks
business with the commissioning of an aseptic packaging facility in Midrand.
The normalisation of the liquor trade continues to progress slowly, hampered by
administrative and legislative constraints in a number of provinces. During the
year over 6,000 of our newly licensed taverners were trained in business skills
in line with our commitment to enhance their commercial skills.
The development of the liquor industry charter in line with the BEE (Broad Based
Black Economic Empowerment) Act is linked to the publication of draft codes of
good conduct issued by the Department of Trade and Industry which is currently
undergoing an extended consultation process. Completion of the codes is required
before the liquor industry charter can be finalised. We believe that the final
codes will be published later in 2006, following which the liquor charter will
be completed.
The positive economic growth that has been experienced over the past years is
expected to continue, although lower wage settlements, as a result of reduced
inflation levels, and increased consumer demand for durable and semi durable
goods may impact beverage consumption growth levels.
Sales of Appletiser in South Africa continued to show strong growth buoyed by
the new pack design introduced at the end of last year, a new bulk pack size and
effective promotions. Grapetiser emulated the encouraging trend shown by
Appletiser and the initial launch of Peartiser has been very well received by
consumers. International sales saw good growth in the year, particularly in
Europe. EBITA margin improvements reflect the higher volumes and operating cost
controls.
Distell"s domestic sales volumes increased, with further gains in the spirits
category contributing to improved sales mix. International volumes also grew,
continuing the trends seen in prior years. The improved sales mix and
containment of costs contributed to improved earnings. However our share of
earnings has been impacted in the current year by a one-off charge in relation
to the BEE project announced in the current year which will result in a dilution
of the share of earnings attributable to all shareholders.
South Africa: Hotels and Gaming
2006 2005
Financial summary US$m US$m %
Revenue (share of associate) 321 289 11
EBITA* 84 73 14
EBITA margin (%)* 26.1 25.2
Revenue per available room (Revpar) - US$ $55.87 $51.45 9
In 2005 before a net exceptional credit of US$7 million being the share of
associate"s profit on the disposal of property, plant and equipment of US$11
million and the share of associate"s restructuring costs of US$4 million.
The group is a 49% shareholder in the Tsogo Sun group. Tsogo Sun benefited from
the strong South African economy, including reduced inflation, lower interest
rates and tax relief. Consumer spending has grown as a result, and this has had
a positive effect on both the Gaming and Hotel sectors. Tsogo Sun reported a
revenue increase of 11% with group revenue rising to US$321 million.
Tsogo Sun Gaming posted a 16% increase in gaming win in constant currency terms
in line with regional industry growth levels. Market share was retained in the
face of heightened competitor activity. The gaming market grew by 11% in Gauteng
and 20% in Kwa-Zulu Natal. Hotels reported improved occupancy levels which,
together with higher room rates, assisted in improving Revpar by 12% in local
currency terms. This improved level of trading, assisted by good overhead cost
control, resulted in an EBITA margin improvement to 26.1%.
Financial review
New accounting standards and restatements
The group previously prepared its financial statements under United Kingdom
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (UK GAAP). From 1 April 2005, SABMiller
plc is required to adopt the International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS)
endorsed by the European Union (EU) and accordingly all financial information is
now stated under IFRS, with the exception of IAS 32 Financial Instruments:
Disclosure and Presentation and IAS 39 Financial Instruments: Recognition and
Measurement, which in accordance with the exemption available in IFRS 1, the
group has applied with effect from 1 April 2005, and hence has had no impact on
the prior period. The application of IAS 32 and IAS 39 has resulted in
increases in total assets of US$6 million and total liabilities of US$1 million,
giving an increase in net assets of US$5 million, as at 1 April 2005. The impact
includes adjustments to the carrying value of borrowings where there was a fair
value hedge and an increase in borrowings reflecting the reclassification of
interest accruals, previously shown as creditors under UK GAAP.
The accounting policies followed are the same as those published on 10 November
2005 by the group within the Interim report at 30 September 2005, which is
available on the group"s website, www.sabmiller.com. Reconciliations between UK
GAAP and IFRS for the year ended 31 March 2005 were also published on 5 July
2005 and are available on the group"s website.
Segmental analysis
The group"s operating results are set out in the segmental analysis of
operations, and the disclosures accord with the manner in which the group is
managed. SABMiller believes that the reported profit measures - before
exceptional items and amortisation of intangible assets (excluding software),
and including associates on a similar basis (i.e. before interest, tax and
minority interests) - provide additional information on trends to shareholders
and allow for greater comparability between segments. Segmental performance is
reported after the specific apportionment of attributable head office service
costs.
This announcement includes segmental results and commentaries for South Africa:
Beverages. This follows the acquisition in December 2004 of all of the shares in
ABI which the group did not own, and the commencement of a programme of work to
establish and leverage the benefits from the combination of our beverage
businesses in South Africa. South Africa: Beverages combines two previously
separate business segments: Beer South Africa and Other Beverage Interests. The
announcement also includes segmental results and commentaries for Latin America.
This follows the investment in Bavaria whose operations are principally located
in South America. Latin America combines the group"s South American operations
with the geographical segment of Central America previously reported.
Accounting for volumes
In the determination and disclosure of reported sales volumes, the group
aggregates 100% of the volumes of all consolidated subsidiaries and its equity
accounted associates, other than associates where the group exercises
significant influence but primary responsibility for day to day management rests
with others (such as Castel and Distell). In these latter cases, the financial
results of operations are equity accounted in terms of IFRS but volumes are
excluded. Contract brewing volumes are excluded from total volumes; however
revenue from contract brewing is included within group revenue. Reported
volumes exclude intra-group sales volumes.
Organic, constant currency comparisons
The group has made some disclosures of its results on an organic, constant
currency basis, to analyse the effects of acquisitions and investments net of
disposals and changes in exchange rates on the group"s results. Organic results
exclude the first twelve months" results of acquisitions and investments and the
last twelve months" results of disposals. Constant currency results have been
determined by translating the local currency denominated results for the year
ended 31 March 2006 at the exchange rates for the comparable period in the prior
year.
Acquisitions and investments
On 27 May 2005 the group announced that its Indian subsidiary, MBL Investments
had acquired the Shaw Wallace Group"s interest in the brewing operations of its
Indian investment, taking the group"s interest to 99%.
A major transaction with Bavaria was completed on 12 October 2005, in which
SABMiller plc obtained a 71.42% controlling effective interest in Bavaria, a
company listed on the Colombian Stock Exchange. As consideration, SABMiller plc
issued 225 million ordinary shares (US$4,082 million excluding transaction
costs), amounting to some 15.02% of the enlarged ordinary share capital of
SABMiller. On the same date the group acquired class A voting shares from
minority interests representing 14.31% of the economic interest in Union de
Cervecerias Peruanas Backus y Johnston S.A.A. ("Backus"), Bavaria"s primary
listed subsidiary in Peru, for a cash consideration of US$473 million and
certain other minority interests for a cash consideration of US$196 million,
principally the remaining minority interest in Cerveceria Leona S.A. (Leona).
Between 6 December 2005 and 31 March 2006 the group acquired further minority
interests of 25.79% in Bavaria and non-voting shares representing 37.73% of the
economic interest in Backus for considerations of US$1,243 million and US$365
million respectively. At 31 March 2006 the group"s shareholding in Bavaria was
97.21% and it held an effective economic interest in Backus in Peru of 93.28%.
The group will continue to purchase further minority interests in the Bavaria
group wherever practicable.
On 21 November 2005 the group announced that it had acquired the remaining 41.8%
minority interest in its Central American subsidiary, Bevco Limited (Bevco), the
holding company for the businesses in Honduras and El Salvador, from existing
shareholders for a cash consideration of US$396 million, which increased
SABMiller"s interest to 100% of Bevco.
Exceptional items
Items that are material either by size or incidence are classified as
exceptional items. Further details on the treatment of these items can be found
in note 3.
Exceptional charges of US$15 million incurred during the year relate to
integration costs associated with the investment in Bavaria of which US$11
million was incurred in the region with the balance in the corporate centre.
In the prior period, an exceptional profit of US$415 million was included within
operating profit. This included a US$252 million profit on the disposal of the
group"s 21% investment in Edgars Consolidated Stores Ltd (Edcon), a US$104
million gain in relation to changes to post-retirement plans (North America), a
US$103 million profit on the disposal of the group"s 29.4% stake in Harbin
Brewery Group Limited (Harbin), partly offset by US$35 million of brewery
closure costs in Italy and US$16 million of restructuring costs in the Canary
Islands. In addition there was a net exceptional profit within the share of
post-tax results of associates of US$7 million.
Borrowings and net debt
Gross debt, comprising borrowings of the group together with the fair value of
derivative assets or liabilities held to manage interest rate and foreign
currency risk of borrowings, have increased to US$7,755 million from US$3,353
million at 1 April 2005 (restated). Net debt comprising gross debt net of cash
and cash equivalents and the loan participation deposit has increased to
US$7,087 million from US$2,210 million at 1 April 2005 (restated) reflecting the
additional debt in the Bavaria group as well as the funding of payments to
minority shareholders as detailed above. The group"s gearing (presented as a
ratio of debt/equity) has increased to 52.1% from 25.2% (restated) at 1 April
2005.
The group previously had US dollar and sterling private placement notes in issue
with final maturity in 2008. As part of the refinancing for the Bavaria
transaction, notice was given to repay all of these notes in accordance with
their terms, with repayment on 22 September 2005. The amounts on repayment
totalled US$179 million and GBP25 million (US$37 million) and were met out of
existing resources. These amounts included an early redemption penalty of US$13
million, included in interest payable, but which has been treated as an
adjusting item for adjusted earnings purposes.
The average loan maturity in respect of the US$ fixed rate debt portfolio is 4.6
years. The average borrowing rate for the total debt portfolio at 31 March 2006
was 6.9% (2005: 5.5%).
On 9 September 2005 the group entered into a US$3,500 million 364 day revolving
credit facility for general corporate purposes (including financing the Bavaria
minority acquisitions). This facility can be extended at the group"s election
for a term of a further year. On 12 December 2005 the group also entered into a
US$2,000 million five year syndicated revolving credit facility, and this
facility can be extended at the first anniversary of signing by a year and at
the second anniversary for a further year subject to the agreement of the group
and the lenders. The US$3,500 million facility was reduced to US$2,400 million
concurrent with the signing of this agreement.
Finance costs
Net finance costs increased to US$299 million, a 109% increase on prior year
finance costs of US$143 million. This increase in net debt is primarily due to
the transaction with Bavaria. Interest cover, based on pre-exceptional profit
before interest and tax, has reduced to 9.2 times from 14.4 times in the prior
year.
Profit before tax
Profit before tax of US$2,453 million was down 4% on prior year, reflecting a
number of exceptional credits recorded in the prior year (as described above)
partly offset by the investment in Bavaria and performance improvements across
the businesses.
Taxation
The effective tax rate of 33.6%, before amortisation of intangible assets
(excluding software) and exceptional items, is lower than the prior year,
reflecting a different mix of profits across the group together with benefits
from adjustments in respect of prior years and improved tax efficiencies.
Earnings per share
The group presents adjusted basic earnings per share to exclude the impact of
amortisation of intangible assets (excluding software) and other non-recurring
items, which include post-tax exceptional items, in order to present a more
meaningful comparison for the years shown in the consolidated financial
statements. Adjusted basic earnings per share was 109.1 US cents up 8% on prior
year, reflecting the improved performance noted above. An analysis of earnings
per share is shown in note 5 to the financial statements.
Goodwill and intangible assets
Goodwill increased by US$5,358 million, due primarily to the inclusion of
provisional goodwill of US$4,984 million arising on the consolidation of the
interests in South America, provisional goodwill of US$315 million arising on
the acquisition of the Shaw Wallace Group"s interest in the brewing operations
of the group"s Indian investment, and goodwill of US$75 million on the
acquisition of the minorities in Central America.
Intangible assets increased principally due to US$3,480 million of brands
arising on the consolidation of the interest in the Bavaria group.
Cash flow
Net cash generated from operating activities before working capital movement
(EBITDA) increased by 22% to US$3,348 million compared to the prior year. The
ratio of EBITDA to revenue increased in the year to 22% (2005: 21%).
Currencies: South African rand/Colombian peso
During the financial year, whilst the rand showed some strength against the US
dollar and ended the financial year at R6.195 to the US dollar, the weighted
average rand/dollar rate worsened by 3% to R6.41 compared with R6.22 in the
prior year. The peso has stayed largely level against the US dollar since the
Bavaria transaction ending the financial year at COP2,292 to the US dollar,
against COP2,300 at the time of the transaction.
Dividend
The board has recommended a final dividend of 31.0 US cents per share for the
year. Shareholders will be asked to approve this recommendation at the annual
general meeting, scheduled for 28 July 2006. If approved, the dividend will be
payable on 4 August 2006 to shareholders registered on the London and
Johannesburg registers on 7 July 2006. The ex-dividend trading dates will be 5
July 2006 on the London Stock Exchange and 3 July 2006 on the JSE Securities
Exchange South Africa. As the group reports in US dollars, dividends are
declared in US dollars. They are payable in South African rand to shareholders
on the Johannesburg register, in US dollars to shareholders on the London
register with a registered address in the United States (unless mandated
otherwise), and in sterling to all remaining shareholders on the London
register.
The rate of exchange applicable on 22 June 2006 will be used for US dollar
conversion into South African rand and the rate of exchange on 10 July 2006 will
be used for US dollar conversion into sterling. Currency conversion
announcements will be made on the LSE"s Regulatory News Service and on the JSE"s
Stock Exchange News Service, indicating the rates of exchange to be applied.
To comply with the requirements of STRATE in South Africa, from the close of
business on 22 June 2006 until the close of business on 7 July 2006, no
transfers between the London and Johannesburg registers will be permitted, and
from the close of business on 30 June 2006 until the close of business on 7 July
2006, no shares may be dematerialised or rematerialised.
Annual report and accounts
The group"s unaudited summarised financial statements and certain significant
explanatory notes follow. The annual report will be mailed to shareholders in
early July 2006 and the annual general meeting of the company will be held at
11:00hrs on 28 July 2006.
CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS
for the year ended 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
Notes US$m US$m
Revenue 2 15,307 12,901
Net operating expenses (12,732) (10,354)
Operating profit 2 2,575 2,547
Operating profit before exceptional
items 2,590 2,132
Exceptional items 3 (15) 415
Net finance costs (299) (143)
Interest payable and similar charges (377) (239)
Interest receivable 78 96
Share of post-tax results of 177 148
associates
Profit before taxation 2,453 2,552
Taxation 4 (779) (823)
Profit for the financial period 1,674 1,729
Profit attributable to minority
interests 234 208
Profit attributable to equity
shareholders 1,440 1,521
1,674 1,729
Basic earnings per share (US cents) 5 105.0 125.5
Diluted earnings per share (US cents) 5 104.3 121.2
All operations are continuing.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
at 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
Notes US$m US$m
Assets
Non-current assets
Goodwill 7 12,539 7,181
Intangible assets 7 3,596 122
Property, plant and equipment 6,340 4,056
Investments in associates 1,067 1,116
Financial assets:
- Available for sale investments 41 187
- Derivative financial instruments 3 -
Trade and other receivables 87 54
Deferred tax assets 278 153
23,951 12,869
Current assets
Inventories 881 627
Trade and other receivables 1,218 952
Current tax assets 54 56
Financial assets:
- Derivative financial instruments 4 -
- Loan participation deposit 196 -
Cash and cash equivalents 472 1,143
2,825 2,778
Total assets 26,776 15,647
Liabilities
Current liabilities
Financial liabilities:
- Derivative financial instruments (3) -
- Borrowings (1,950) (815)
Trade and other payables (2,473) (1,941)
Current tax liabilities (283) (381)
Provisions (98) (62)
(4,807) (3,199)
Non-current liabilities
Financial liabilities:
- Derivative financial instruments (175) -
- Borrowings (5,632) (2,525)
Trade and other payables (63) (53)
Deferred tax liabilities (1,412) (188)
Provisions (1,088) (927)
(8,370) (3,693)
Total liabilities (13,177) (6,892)
Net assets 13,599 8,755
Equity
Total shareholders" equity 13,045 8,077
Minority interests 554 678
Total equity 13,599 8,755
CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENTS
for the year ended 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
Notes US$m US$m
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations 8 3,291 2,792
Interest received 80 94
Interest paid (401) (228)
Interest element of finance lease rental
payments - (2)
Tax paid (869) (625)
Net cash from operating activities 2,101 2,031
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and
equipment (999) (756)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant
and equipment 48 30
Purchase of intangible assets (33) (12)
Purchase of investments (7) (19)
Proceeds from sale of investments 5 475
Acquisition of subsidiaries (net of cash
acquired) (717) (23)
Purchase of shares from minorities (2,048) (793)
Purchase of shares in associates (1) (13)
Funding to associates - (68)
Repayment of funding by associates 122 -
Dividends received from associates 71 47
Dividends received from other
investments 2 10
Net cash used in investing activities (3,557) (1,122)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from the issue of shares 30 38
Proceeds from the issue of shares to
minorities - 1
Purchase of own shares for share trusts (8) (21)
Proceeds from borrowings 3,002 540
Repayment of borrowings (900) (632)
Capital element of finance lease
payments (28) (25)
Increase in loan participation deposit (196) -
Dividends paid to shareholders of the
parent (520) (412)
Dividends paid to minority interests (167) (172)
Net cash generated/(used) in financing
activities 1,213 (683)
Net cash from operating, investing and (243) 226
financing activities
Effects of exchange rate changes 11 (56)
Net (decrease)/increase in cash and cash
equivalents (232) 170
Cash and cash equivalents at 1 April 630 460
Cash and cash equivalents at 31 March 398 630
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF RECOGNISED INCOME AND EXPENSE
for the year ended 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Currency translation differences on foreign (128) 220
currency net investments
Actuarial gains/(losses) on defined benefit 42 (210)
plans
Tax on items taken directly to equity (17) 83
Net investment hedges (2) -
Net (losses)/gains recognised directly in equity (105) 93
Profit for the year 1,674 1,729
Total recognised income for the year 1,569 1,822
- attributable to equity shareholders 1,360 1,601
- attributable to minority interests 209 221
2006
US$m
Effects of changes in accounting policy
(adoption of IAS 32 and 39)
- attributable to equity shareholders 5
- attributable to minority interests -
5
Notes to the financial statements
1. Basis of preparation
The preliminary announcement for the year ended 31 March 2006 has been prepared
in accordance with the International Accounting Standards and International
Financial Reporting Standards (collectively IFRS) and International Financial
Reporting Interpretation Committee (IFRIC) interpretations as adopted by the EU
at 31 March 2006. Details of the accounting policies are set out in the
SABMiller plc"s Interim report for the six months ended 30 September 2005.
The financial information in this preliminary announcement is not audited and
does not constitute statutory accounts within the meaning of s240 of the
Companies Act 1985 (as amended). Group financial statements for 2006 will be
delivered to the Registrar of Companies in due course. The board of directors
approved this financial information on 18 May 2006. Statutory accounts for the
year ended 31 March 2005, which were prepared under accounting practices
generally accepted in the UK, have been filed with the Registrar of Companies.
The auditors" report on those accounts was unqualified and did not contain a
statement made under s237(2) or (3) of the Companies Act 1985.
The consolidated financial statements present the financial record for the years
ended 31 March 2006 and 31 March 2005. The subsidiary and associated
undertakings in the group operate in the local currency of the country in which
they are based. From a presentational perspective, the group regards these
operations as being US dollar-based as the transactions of these entities are,
insofar as is possible, evaluated in US dollars. In management accounting terms
all companies report in US dollars. The directors of the company regard the US
dollar as the presentational currency of the group, being the most
representative currency of its operations. Therefore the consolidated financial
statements are presented in US dollars.
Accounting policies
These preliminary financial statements should be read in conjunction with the
annual financial statements and the accounting policies laid down therein (which
will be distributed in early July 2006). The financial statements are prepared
under the historical cost convention, except for the revaluation to fair value
of certain financial assets and liabilities. This is the first year that the
group"s consolidated financial statements have been prepared under IFRS and IFRS
1 (First time adoption of IFRS) has been applied. Accordingly, the comparatives
presented in this document have been restated for IFRS, with the exception of
IAS 32 (Financial Instruments: Presentation and Disclosure) and IAS 39
(Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement) for which the group took
advantage of the one year exemption available. Therefore, for the comparative
information for the year ended 31 March 2005, financial instruments (including
borrowings) were accounted for and presented in accordance with UK Generally
Accepted Accounting Principles (UK GAAP), with an adjustment made at 1 April
2005 on adoption of IAS 32 and 39.
2. Segmental information (unaudited)
The segmental information presented below includes the reconciliation of GAAP
measures presented on the face of the income statement to non-GAAP measures
which are used by management to analyse the group"s performance.
Share of
Segment associates" Group
revenue revenue revenue
2006 2006 2006
Revenue US$m US$m US$m
North America 4,912 - 4,912
Latin America 2,153 12 2,165
Europe 3,258 - 3,258
Africa and Asia 1,203 1,018 2,221
South Africa:
- Beverages 3,781 423 4,204
- Hotels and Gaming - 321 321
South Africa: Total 3,781 744 4,525
15,307 1,774 17,081
Operating
profit
before
Operating Exceptional exceptional
profit items items
2006 2006 2006
Operating profit US$m US$m US$m
North America 454 - 454
Latin America 376 11 387
Europe 567 - 567
Africa and Asia 257 - 257
South Africa: Beverages 1,011 - 1,011
Corporate (90) 4 (86)
2,575 15 2,590
Share of
Segment associates" Group
revenue revenue revenue
2005 2005 2005
Revenue US$m US$m US$m
North America 4,892 - 4,892
Latin America 521 - 521
Europe 2,909 - 2,909
Africa and Asia 1,003 934 1,937
South Africa:
- Beverages 3,576 419 3,995
- Hotels and Gaming - 289 289
South Africa: Total 3,576 708 4,284
12,901 1,642 14,543
Operating
profit
before
Operating Exceptional exceptional
profit items items
2005 2005 2005
Operating profit US$m US$m US$m
North America 598 (111) 487
Latin America 90 - 90
Europe 431 51 482
Africa and Asia 352 (103) 249
South Africa: Beverages 906 - 906
Corporate 170 (252) (82)
2,547 (415) 2,132
Operating Share of Amortisation EBITA
profit before associates" of intangible
exceptional operating assets
items profit before (excluding
exceptional software)
items
2006 2006 2006 2006
EBITA US$m US$m US$m US$m
North America 454 - - 454
Latin America 387 - 49 436
Europe 567 - 2 569
Africa and Asia 257 164 1 422
South Africa:
- Beverages 1,011 51 - 1,062
- Hotels and - 84 - 84
Gaming
South Africa: 1,011 135 - 1,146
Total
Corporate (86) - - (86)
Group 2,590 299 52 2,941
Operating Share of Amortisation EBITA
profit before associates" of intangible
exceptional operating assets
items profit before (excluding
exceptional software)
items
2005 2005 2005 2005
EBITA US$m US$m US$m US$m
North America 487 - - 487
Latin America 90 - - 90
Europe 482 - - 482
Africa and Asia 249 134 - 383
South Africa:
- Beverages 906 50 - 956
- Hotels and - 73 - 73
Gaming
South Africa: 906 123 - 1,029
Total
Corporate (82) - - (82)
Group 2,132 257 - 2,389
The group"s share of associates" operating profit is reconciled to the share of
post-tax results of associates in the income statement as follows:
2006 2005
US$m US$m
Share of associates" operating profit before 299 257
exceptional items
Share of associates" exceptional items - 7
Share of associates" interest (16) (24)
Share of associates" tax (81) (74)
Share of associates" minority interests (25) (18)
177 148
EBITDA before Cash EBITDA
cash exceptional exceptional
items items
2006 2006 2006
EBITDA US$m US$m US$m
North America 591 - 591
Latin America 574 (4) 570
Europe 733 - 733
Africa and Asia 321 - 321
South Africa: Beverages 1,205 - 1,205
Corporate (68) (4) (72)
Group 3,356 (8) 3,348
EBITDA before Cash EBITDA
cash exceptional exceptional
items items
2005 2005 2005
EBITDA US$m US$m US$m
North America 634 4 638
Latin America 129 - 129
Europe 649 (5) 644
Africa and Asia 293 - 293
South Africa: Beverages 1,101 - 1,101
Corporate (69) - (69)
Group 2,737 (1) 2,736
A reconciliation of profit for the year to EBITDA after cash exceptional items
can be found in note 8.
3. Exceptional items
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Subsidiaries" exceptional items included in
operating profit:
North America - 111
Profit on disposal of Tumwater brewery - 4
Reversal of provisions for Miller integration and - 2
restructuring costs
Reversal of provision for brewery closure costs
in Tumwater - 1
Gain in relation to changes to post-retirement
plans - 104
Latin America
Bavaria integration and restructuring costs (11) -
Europe - (51)
Brewery closure costs in Italy - (35)
Restructuring costs in the Canary Islands - (16)
Africa and Asia
Profit on disposal of investment - 103
Corporate (4) 252
Profit on disposal of investment - 252
Bavaria integration costs (4) -
Exceptional items included in operating profit (15) 415
Taxation charge 5 (74)
Minority interests" share of the above items - 8
Share of associates" exceptional items
South Africa: Hotels and Gaming - 7
Profit on disposal of property, plant and
equipment - 11
Restructuring costs - (4)
Taxation credit - 1
Exceptional items (including share of associates"
exceptional items) (15) 422
2006
Latin America and Corporate
Integration and restructuring costs associated with the consolidation of Bavaria
of $15 million were incurred during the year.
2005
North America
In April 2004, the sale of the Tumwater brewery in North America was completed
resulting in a profit on disposal of US$4 million. During 2005, US$1 million of
the Tumwater closure costs previously provided were deemed surplus and were
credited to the income statement.
During 2005, US$2 million of the restructuring and integration costs provided in
the prior year were deemed surplus and were credited to the income statement.
During 2005, post-retirement arrangements were changed and post-retirement
medical healthcare liabilities were capped, which resulted in a gain of US$104
million being recorded in the income statement. The related tax charge was
US$41 million.
Europe
Following the acquisition of Birra Peroni SpA in 2004, an operating review
resulted in an announcement in October 2004 of the closure of the Naples brewery
at a total cost of US$35 million. Property, plant and equipment were written
down to net recoverable value, resulting in a charge of US$21 million. In
addition, the closure resulted in retrenchment costs of US$8 million, Nastro
Azzurro re-branding costs of US$2 million and other exit costs of US$4 million.
In March 2005, a restructuring plan was announced for the Canary Islands,
Europe. A provision of US$16 million was charged to the income statement to
cover the costs which primarily relate to severance.
Africa and Asia
In June 2004, the group completed the disposal of its 29.4% interest in Harbin
Brewery Group Limited (Harbin), realising a profit on disposal of US$103
million.
Corporate
In July 2004, the group disposed of its entire 21% interest in Edgar"s
Consolidated Stores Ltd (Edcon) realising a profit on disposal of US$252
million. The associated capital gains tax amounted to US$30 million.
South Africa: Hotels and Gaming
In May 2004, Tsogo Sun Holdings (Pty) Ltd (Tsogo Sun) recorded a pre-tax profit
on the sale of two Umhlanga Rocks hotels and land, of which the group"s share
amounted to US$11 million.
During 2005, US$4 million of costs were charged to the income statement in
relation to restructuring in the hotels and gaming division.
4. Taxation
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Current taxation 701 681
- Charge for the year (UK corporation tax:
US$29 million charge (2005: US$4 million 717 638
charge))
- Adjustments in respect of prior years (16) 43
Withholding taxes and other taxes 78 126
Total current taxation 779 807
Deferred taxation - 16
- Charge for the year (UK corporation tax:
US$6 million charge (2005: US$4 million
credit)) 7 55
- Adjustments in respect of prior years (5) (39)
- Rate change (2) -
779 823
Effective tax rate, before amortisation of
intangibles (excluding software and
exceptional items) (%) * 33.6 37.1
The effective tax rate is calculated including share of associates" operating
profit before exceptional items and share of associates" tax before exceptional
items. This calculation is on a basis consistent with that used in prior years
and is also consistent with other group operating metrics.
The 2005 effective tax rate before the South African secondary tax on companies
(STC) charge on non-recurring dividends, following a restructuring of the
group"s holdings in South Africa, of US$38 million was 35.4%.
5. Earnings per share
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US cents US cents
Basic earnings per share 105.0 125.5
Diluted earnings per share 104.3 121.2
Headline earnings per share 108.3 95.3
Adjusted basic earnings per share 109.1 101.0
Adjusted diluted earnings per share 108.4 97.8
Adjusted comparable earnings per share * 98.4
Comparable figures adjusted for conversion of convertible bonds. The amounts
are calculated as if the bonds had converted on 1 April 2004.
The weighted average number of shares was:
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
Millions Millions
of shares of shares
Ordinary shares 1,376 1,216
ESOP trust ordinary shares (4) (4)
Basic shares 1,372 1,212
Dilutive ordinary shares from share options 9 6
Dilutive ordinary shares from the guaranteed - 52
convertible bond
Diluted shares 1,381 1,270
Adjusted and headline earnings
The group has also presented an adjusted basic earnings per share figure to
exclude the impact of amortisation of intangible assets (excluding capitalised
software) and other non-recurring items for the years shown in the consolidated
financial statements. Adjusted earnings per share has been based on adjusted
headline earnings for each financial year and on the same number of weighted
average shares in issue as the basic earnings per share calculation. Headline
earnings per share has been calculated in accordance with the Institute of
Investment Management and Research (IIMR)"s Statement of Investment Practice No.
1 entitled `The Definition of Headline Earnings". The adjustments made to
arrive at headline earnings and adjusted earnings are as follows:
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Profit for the financial year attributable
to equity holders of the parent 1,440 1,521
Early redemption penalty in respect of
private placement notes 13 -
Loss on derivatives on capital items * 5 -
Intangible amortisation excluding
capitalised software 52 -
Impairment of property, plant and
equipment 4 9
(Profit)/loss on sale of property, plant
and equipment and investments (5) 16
Share of associate"s profit on disposal of
property, plant and equipment
(South Africa: Hotels and Gaming) - (11)
Brewery closure costs in Tumwater (North
America) - (1)
Gain in relation to changes to post-
retirement plans (North America) - (104)
Profit on sale of investments (Africa and
Asia, Corporate) - (355)
Profit on disposal of Tumwater (North
America) - (4)
Brewery closure costs in Italy (Europe) - 21
Tax effects of the above items (19) 71
Minority interests" share of the above
items (6) (9)
Headline earnings (basic) 1,484 1,154
Integration/reorganisation costs (net of
tax effects) 13 32
South African STC on non-recurring
dividends - 38
Adjusted earnings 1,497 1,224
This does not include all derivative movements but includes those in relation to
capital items for which hedge accounting cannot be applied.
6. Dividends
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
Equity US$m US$m
2005 Final dividend paid: 26.0 US cents
(2004: 22.5 US cents) per ordinary share 328 269
2006 Interim dividend paid: 13.0 US cents
(2005: 12.0 US cents) per ordinary share 192 144
520 413
In addition, the directors are proposing a final dividend of 31.0 US cents per
share in respect of the financial year ended 31 March 2006, which will absorb an
estimated US$449 million of shareholders" funds. The dividends will be paid on
4 August 2006 to shareholders registered on the London and Johannesburg
registers on 7 July 2006.
7. Goodwill and intangible assets
Intangible
Goodwill assets
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Net book amount
At 1 April 2004 6,513 94
Exchange adjustments 130 5
Acquisitions and net additions during the
year 614 56
Amortisation - (33)
Adjustments to provisional fair values (76) -
At 31 March 2005 7,181 122
Exchange adjustments (76) (17)
Acquisitions and net additions during the
year 5,441 3,596
Amortisation - (105)
Adjustments to provisional fair values (7) -
At 31 March 2006 12,539 3,596
Goodwill
2006
Goodwill arising on the consolidation of subsidiary undertakings principally
arose due to the Bavaria transaction on 12 October 2005 which resulted in
US$4,042 million of provisional goodwill, the acquisition of additional minority
interests in Colombia and Peru which resulted in additional goodwill of US$942
million, the consolidation of 99% of the brewing interests of the Shaw Wallace
group in the India investment resulting in US$315 million of provisional
goodwill and the acquisitions of the remaining minority interests in Bevco
(Central America) and Plzensky Prazdroj a.s. (Czech) which resulted in
additional goodwill of US$107 million.
2005
The goodwill arose principally due to the acquisition of an additional 39.8% of
Birra Peroni SpA resulting in US$172 million of goodwill and the acquisition of
the remaining 26.5% of Amalgamated Beverage Industries Ltd (ABI) resulting in
US$419 million of goodwill.
Intangible assets
2006
Intangible assets acquired during the year principally comprised brands with a
value of US$3,480 million which were recognised as a result of the Bavaria
transaction.
8. Reconciliation of profit for the year to net cash generated from operations
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Profit for the year 1,674 1,729
Taxation 779 823
Share of post-tax results of associates (177) (148)
Interest receivable (78) (96)
Interest payable and similar charges 377 239
Operating profit 2,575 2,547
Depreciation:
Property, plant and equipment 444 396
Containers 111 82
Container breakages, shrinkage and write-
offs 77 51
(Profit)/loss on sale of property, plant 16
and equipment (5)
Impairment of property, plant and
equipment 4 8
Amortisation of intangible assets 105 33
Net loss from fair value hedges 5 -
Dividends received from other investments
(3) (10)
Charge with respect to share options 17 18
Restructuring and integration costs
(Latin America) 7 -
Gain in relation to changes to post-
retirement plans (North America) - (104)
Profit on sale of investments (Africa and (355)
Asia, Corporate) -
Restructuring provision in the Canary
Islands (Europe) - 16
Restructuring provision (North America) - (2)
Brewery closure costs in Tumwater (North
America) - (1)
Brewery closure costs in Italy (Europe) - 30
Deferred income - (3)
Other non-cash movements 11 14
Net cash generated from operations before
working capital movements (EBITDA)
3,348 2,736
Increase in inventories (78) (24)
Increase in receivables (67) (62)
Increase in payables 86 188
(Decrease)/increase in provisions (31) 8
Increase/(decrease) in post-retirement
provisions 33 (54)
Net cash generated from operations 3,291 2,792
Cash generated from operations include cash flows relating to exceptional items
of US$8 million in respect of South America integration and restructuring costs
(2005: US$4 million cash inflow in respect of proceeds on the Tumwater disposal,
and US$5 million cash outflow in respect of brewery closure costs in Italy).
9. Analysis of net debt (unaudited)
Cash and Overdrafts Total cash Loan
cash and cash participation
equivalents equivalents deposit
(excluding
overdrafts)
US$m US$m US$m US$m
At 1 April 2004 682 (222) 460 -
Exchange movements (32) (24) (56) -
Cash flow 493 (268) 225 -
Reclassifications - 1 1 -
Amortisation of - - - -
bond costs
Conversion of debt - - - -
At 31 March 2005 1,143 (513) 630 -
Adoption of IAS 32 - - - -
and 39
At 1 April 2005 1,143 (513) 630 -
Exchange (2) 13 11 -
adjustments
Cash flow (651) 179 (472) 196
Acquisitions 232 (3) 229 -
Other non-cash
movements - - - -
At 31 March 2006 722 (324) 398 196
(cash flow)
Legal right of (250) - (250) -
offset
At 31 March 2006 472 (324) 148 196
(balance sheet)
Borrowings Derivative Finance Total Net
financial leases gross debt
instruments borrowings
US$m US$m US$m US$m US$m
At 1 April 2004 (3,437) - (42) (3,479) (3,019)
Exchange (53) - (1) (54) (110)
movements
Cash flow 92 - 25 117 342
Reclassifications - - (1) (1) -
Amortisation of (7) - - (7) (7)
bond costs
Conversion of 597 - - 597 597
debt
At 31 March 2005 (2,808) - (19) (2,827) (2,197)
Adoption of IAS (25) 12 - (13) (13)
32 and 39
At 1 April 2005 (2,833) 12 (19) (2,840) (2,210)
Exchange 62 - - 62 73
adjustments
Cash flow (2,102) - 28 (2,074) (2,350)
Acquisitions (2,642) (138) (36) (2,816) (2,587)
Other non-cash 34 (47) - (13) (13)
movements
At 31 March 2006 (7,481) (173) (27) (7,681) (7,087)
(cash flow)
Legal right of 250 - - 250 -
offset
At 31 March 2006
(balance sheet) (7,231) (173) (27) (7,431) (7,087)
The group"s net debt is denominated in the following currencies:
US dollars SA rand Euro
US$m US$m US$m
Total cash and cash 883 146 38
equivalents
Total gross borrowings (2,294) (230) (285)
Net debt at 31 March 2005 (1,411) (84) (247)
Total cash and cash 174 46 28
equivalents
Loan participation deposit - - -
Total gross borrowings (4,418) (225) (253)
Net debt at 31 March 2006 (4,244) (179) (225)
Colombian Other Total
peso currencies
US$m US$m US$m
Total cash and cash - 76 1,143
equivalents
Total gross borrowings - (531) (3,340)
Net debt at 31 March 2005 - (455) (2,197)
Total cash and cash 45 179 472
equivalents
Loan participation deposit - 196 196
Total gross borrowings (2,031) (828) (7,755)
Net debt at 31 March 2006 (1,986) (453) (7,087)
10. Bavaria transaction
A major transaction was completed on 12 October 2005, in which SABMiller plc
obtained a 71.42% controlling effective interest in Bavaria, a company listed on
the Colombian Stock Exchange. As consideration, SABMiller plc issued 225 million
ordinary shares (US$4,082 million excluding transaction costs), amounting to
some 15.02% of the enlarged ordinary share capital of SABMiller. On that same
date the group acquired class A voting shares from minority interests
representing 14.31% of the economic interest in Backus, Bavaria"s primary listed
subsidiary in Peru, for a cash consideration of US$473 million and certain other
minority interests for a cash consideration of US$196 million, principally the
remaining minority interest in Leona, a subsidiary of Bavaria. Between 6
December 2005 and 31 March 2006 the group acquired further minority interests of
25.79% in Bavaria and non-voting shares representing 37.73% of the economic
interest in Backus for considerations of US$1,243 million and US$365 million
respectively. At 31 March 2006 the group"s effective interest in Bavaria was
97.21%. The group continues and will continue to purchase further minority
interests in the Bavaria group wherever practicable.
11. Share capital
During the year ended 31 March 2006, 225,000,000 ordinary shares were issued as
consideration for the investment in Bavaria (2005: 69,191,006 ordinary shares
issued following the conversion of the 4.25% guaranteed convertible bonds) and
3,673,590 ordinary shares (2005: 4,613,024 ordinary shares) were allotted and
issued in accordance with the group"s share purchase, option and award schemes.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION
Half yearly reporting
CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS
for the six months ended 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Revenue 8,256 6,458
Net operating expenses (6,784) (5,231)
Operating profit 1,472 1,227
Operating profit before exceptional items 1,487 1,128
Exceptional items (15) 99
Net finance costs (222) (65)
Interest payable and similar charges (260) (118)
Interest receivable 38 53
Share of post-tax results of associates 77 66
Profit before taxation 1,327 1,228
Taxation (402) (458)
Profit for the financial period 925 770
Profit attributable to minority interests 135 107
Profit attributable to equity shareholders 790 663
925 770
All operations are continuing.
CONSOLIDATED CASH FLOW STATEMENTS
for the six months ended 31 March
2006 2005
Unaudited Unaudited
US$m US$m
Cash flows from operating activities
Cash generated from operations 2,002 1,530
Interest received 39 49
Interest paid (278) (114)
Interest element of finance lease rental
payments - (1)
Tax paid (475) (353)
Net cash from operating activities 1,288 1,111
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property, plant and equipment (595) (422)
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and
equipment 27 18
Purchase of intangible assets (18) (8)
Net proceeds from sale of investments 16 (2)
Acquisition of subsidiaries (net of cash
acquired) (537) 1
Purchase of shares from minorities (2,042) (793)
Purchase of shares in associates (1) (5)
Funding to associates - (9)
Repayment of funding by associates 122 -
Dividends received from associates 33 26
Dividends received from other investments 1 -
Net cash used in investing activities (2,994) (1,194)
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from the issue of shares 12 19
Net purchase of own shares for share trusts - (16)
Net proceeds from borrowings 2,737 13
Repayment of borrowings (544) (66)
Capital element of finance lease payments (19) (12)
Increase in loan participation deposit (196) -
Dividends paid to shareholders of the (192) (143)
parent
Dividends paid to minority interests (104) (96)
Net cash generated/(used) in financing
activities 1,694 (301)
Net cash from operating, investing and
financing activities (12) (384)
Effects of exchange rate changes 9 (42)
Net increase/(decrease) in cash and cash
equivalents (3) (426)
Cash and cash equivalents at 1 October 401 1,056
Cash and cash equivalents at 31 March 398 630
Forward Looking Statements
This announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or issue or the
solicitation of an offer to buy or acquire ordinary shares in the capital of
SABMiller plc (the "Company") in any jurisdiction or an inducement to enter into
investment activity.
This announcement includes `forward-looking statements". These statements
contain the words "anticipate", "believe", "intend", "estimate", "expect" and
words of similar meaning. All statements other than statements of historical
facts included in this announcement, including, without limitation, those
regarding the Company"s financial position, business strategy, plans and
objectives of management for future operations (including development plans and
objectives relating to the Company"s products and services) are forward-looking
statements. Such forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks,
uncertainties and other important factors that could cause the actual results,
performance or achievements of the Company to be materially different from
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied
by such forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are based
on numerous assumptions regarding the Company"s present and future business
strategies and the environment in which the Company will operate in the future.
These forward-looking statements speak only as at the date of this document.
The Company expressly disclaims any obligation or undertaking to disseminate any
updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to
reflect any change in the Company"s expectations with regard thereto or any
change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any such statement is
based.
Administration
SABMiller plc
(Registration No. 3528416)
Company Secretary
A O C Tonkinson
Registered Office
SABMiller House, Church Street West,
Woking
Surrey, England
GU21 6HS
Telefax +44 1483 264103
Telephone +44 1483 264000
Head Office
One Stanhope Gate
London, England
W1K 1AF
Telefax +44 20 7659 0111
Telephone +44 20 7659 0100
Internet address
http://www.sabmiller.com
Investor Relations
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Telephone +44 20 7659 0100
Independent Auditors
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
1 Embankment Place
London, England
WC2N 6RH
Telefax +44 20 7822 4652
Telephone +44 20 7583 5000
Registrar (United Kingdom)
Capita Registrars
The Registry
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Beckenham
Kent, England
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Telefax +44 20 8658 3430
Telephone +44 20 8639 2157 (outside UK)
Telephone 0870 162 3100 (from UK)
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Computershare Investor Services 2004 (Pty) Limited
70 Marshall Street, Johannesburg
PO Box 61051
Marshalltown 2107
South Africa
Telefax +27 11 370 5487
Telephone +27 11 370 5000
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The Bank of New York
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United States of America
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Date: 18/05/2006 08:02:58 AM Produced by the JSE SENS Department
