2025 3 months consolidated unaudited interim report

Core Insights - Merko Ehitus reported a revenue of EUR 85.2 million and a net profit of EUR 10.5 million for Q1 2025, with real estate development contributing 30% to the revenue, more than doubling from the previous year [1][2][3] Financial Performance - The pre-tax profit for Q1 2025 was EUR 11.6 million, resulting in a pre-tax profit margin of 13.6%, compared to EUR 5.2 million and 6.4% in Q1 2024 [7] - Net profit attributable to shareholders for Q1 2025 was EUR 10.5 million, with a net profit margin of 12.3%, up from EUR 4.4 million and 5.5% in Q1 2024 [7] - Revenue increased by 5.0% year-on-year, from EUR 81.2 million in Q1 2024 to EUR 85.2 million in Q1 2025 [8] Real Estate Development - The group sold 121 apartments and one commercial unit in Q1 2025, compared to 59 apartments and seven commercial units in the same period last year [5][11] - Revenue from real estate development reached EUR 26 million in Q1 2025, up from EUR 13 million in Q1 2024 [5] Construction Contracts - Merko signed new construction contracts worth EUR 50.6 million in Q1 2025, a significant increase from EUR 10.5 million in Q1 2024 [4][10] - The secured order book stood at EUR 332 million at the end of Q1 2025, down from EUR 419 million in Q1 2024 [9] Market Activity - Increased activity in the Lithuanian real estate market contributed to the improved results, while Merko also gained market share in Estonia despite stagnant sales of new apartments [2][3] - The group is focusing on completed or near-completion apartments, reflecting buyer preferences [3] Cash Position - As of March 31, 2025, the group had EUR 78.5 million in cash and cash equivalents, with equity amounting to EUR 264.7 million, representing 61.0% of total assets [12]