UEM Sunrise 2Q2024 net profit up by 129%, sales target on track

• Flagship projects totalling over RM2 billion launched in 2023 are still in the early stages of development, which will significantly bolster the company’s unbilled sales and provide strong revenue visibility moving forward.

KUALA LUMPUR (Aug 22): UEM Sunrise Bhd achieved revenue of RM205.2 million and a sales achievement of RM269.8 million for the second quarter of 2024 (2Q2024) ended June 30, 2024.

Revenue for the second quarter was primarily driven by the property development segment, which accounts for 78% of the total revenue. Progress of key projects such as Residensi Allevia and the MINH in Mont’Kiara, and KAIA Heights in Seri Kembangan for the Central region, along with Senadi Hills and Aspira Gardens in Iskandar Puteri in Southern recorded higher revenue recognition in the quarter under review.

Flagship projects totalling over RM2 billion launched in 2023 are still in the early stages of development, which will significantly bolster the company’s unbilled sales and provide strong revenue visibility moving forward.

For the first half of 2024 (1H2024), the company’s revenue stood at RM430.2 million, a decline of 29% from the same period last year. The decrease is primarily due to lower recognition from projects such as Residensi Astrea in Mont’Kiara and Serene Heights in Semenyih as they have progressed into their advanced stages in the same period last year.

Sales achieved amounted to RM502.4 million, reaching half of the fiscal year 2024's sales target of RM1 billion. This performance was driven by the positive response to our CLUBseries product; The MINH in Mont’Kiara, and RISE-series products; The Connaught One in Cheras, and Senadi Hills in Iskandar Puteri.

The company also doubled its Profit After Tax and Non-Controlling Interest (PATANCI) in 2Q2024 to RM18.8 million. The sequential growth was mainly attributed to cost management, as well as focus on its core activities coupled with opportunistic sales.

The conclusion of the final phase of share disposal in its associate company, Aura Muhibah Sdn Bhd, brought in proceeds of RM386.2 million during the quarter, which contributed to the period's earnings.

PATANCI for 1H 2024 moderated by 33% to RM27 million compared to the same period last year. The decline aligns with the lower topline performance, and partially mitigated by reduced net finance costs and higher share of results from joint ventures and associates.

The company also in a robust short-term liquidity position, with RM1.2 billion in cash and bank balances, an indicator of its solid financial management. Its net gearing ratio reduced to 0.43x, with a 4-point improvement QoQ, underlining healthy financial headroom for investment and growth. Additionally, with an unbilled sales of RM2.7 billion, UEM Sunrise is assured of a steady revenue stream and cashflow visibility for the foreseeable future.

"Our first-half financial results highlights our commitment to delivering sustained revenue and profitability momentum, even in a challenging and dynamic market. We are confident in our ability to continue delivering value to our stakeholders while reinforcing our position as a market leader in the sector," said chief executive officer Sufian Abdullah in a media release.

“Looking ahead, the Company remains focused on its 2024 priorities in core activities and property investment, continually exploring growth opportunities. With robust financial position and solid flexibility, UEM Sunrise is well-positioned to ensure operational stability, while enhancing our capacity to invest in future growth opportunities,” stated UEM Sunrise.

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