YEAR-END REPORT JANUARY-DECEMBER 2008 Sales increased by 10 percent to MSEK 8,009 (7,260) during the period and in the fourth quarter by 14 percent to MSEK 2,389 (2,097). Costs relating to the restructuring program amounted to MSEK 275 (0) during the fourth quarter. Impairment losses of goodwill, mainly attributable to the UK operations, impacted net income by MSEK 490 during the period and in the fourth quarter by MSEK 0. Operating income (EBIT)¹ decreased during the period by 18 percent and amounted to MSEK 537 (658), which resulted in an operating margin of (EBIT) of 6.7 percent (9.1). During the fourth quarter, operating income (EBIT) decreased by 12 percent to MSEK 213 (242). The operating margin (EBIT) during the fourth quarter was 8.9 percent (11.5). Income before tax² for the period amounted to MSEK 399 (590). Foreign exchange rate effects impacted financial net by MSEK -12 (0) during the period. Net income amounted to MSEK -440 (423) during the period, and to MSEK -116 (155) during the fourth quarter. Earnings per share amounted to SEK -1.21 (1.16) during the period, and to SEK -0.32 (0.43) during the fourth quarter. The board of directors proposes a dividend of SEK 0.30 (0.50) per share. ¹ Operating profit (EBIT) before costs of the restructuring program and impairment losses of goodwill is referred to throughout the report unless otherwise stated. ² Before restructuring program MSEK 275 and impairment losses of goodwill MSEK 490. Comments from the CEO, Juan Vallejo During the fourth quarter we saw strong sales growth of 14 percent (13) mainly due to a weak-ened Swedish krona. A restructuring program commenced during the fourth quarter as part of an increased focus on profitability. The company follows the strategy, which aims to increase sales of services. The restructuring is also intended to prepare for a decreasing demand. The somewhat weaker market has contributed to falling margins during the fourth quarter. The turbulence on the financial markets has continued and contributed to the rapid economic downturn, which has impacted us and will continue to impact us during the coming year. We will continue to concentrate on profitable growth, by increasing our service share, which ac-counted for 38 percent of sales during the period. In addition, we are focusing on improving operational efficiency and generating a good cash flow. Press conference A press conference will be held at Niscayah's head office at Lindhagensplan 70 in Stockholm on February 4, at 10.30 a.m., CET. To follow the press conference by telephone (and ask questions), please call: Sweden: + 46 (0) 8 50 520 270 UK: + 44 (0) 208 817 9301 US: + 1 718 354 1226 For further information please contact: Juan Vallejo, CEO and President + 46 10 458 8000 Håkan Gustavson, CFO + 46 10 458 8000 Else Trägårdh, Investor Relations + 46 10 458 8080 Niscayah Group AB (publ) is a world leading security partner offering complete security solutions for clients with high security demands within market segments such as banking and finance, industry, defense, healthcare and retail. Niscayah's services are based on modern technology and include access control, video surveillance, intrusion protection and fire alarm systems. www.niscayah.com Niscayah Group AB discloses the information provided herein pursuant to the Swedish Securities Markets Act and/or the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act. This information was submitted for publication on February 4, 2009 at 08.30
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