QUARTERLY REPORT Q1 2024

January - March 2023

PEPTONIC medical AB (public) org nr 556776-3064

GROUP

2024 FIRST QUARTER (January-March)

  • Sales of products 10,808 (8,874) KSEK
  • Gross profit 5,894 (4,869) KSEK, 55% (55%)
  • Operating profit -10,548(-6,654) KSEK
  • Earnings per share - 0.01 (-0.01) SEK

IMPORTANT EVENTS DURING THE PERIOD

  • Extraordinary general meeting where Kristina Ingvar was elected to the company's board.
  • Peptonic Medical expands its partnership with Farmasiet and launches the entire VagVitals product portfolio in Norway.
  • Two new products were launched in February on the Swedish market: VagiVital Menopause self-care test and VagiVital self-care test for urinary tract infection.
  • On February 6, the board appointed Anna Linton as the new CEO.
  • Peptonic Medical announced in March that its subsidiary, Lune Group Oy, is filing for bankruptcy due to increased competition and negative operating results.

IMPORTANT EVENTS AFTER THE PERIOD

  • In April, an exclusive distribution agreement was signed for VagiVital and Vernivia for the Benelux region.
  • Patents granted in the USA for treating and preventing fungal infections in women.
  • On April 16, the board decided, subject to approval from the general meeting, on a rights issue of units of approximately SEK 61.4 million.
  • On April 17, the Company called for the annual general meeting on May 21, 2024.

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LETTER FROM THE CEO

The first quarter has been marked by good growth, exhibiting positive development compared to both the same period of the previous year and the previous quarter. It's gratifying to see that our efforts are yielding results, and despite the loss of revenues from Lune, we managed to break the downward trend. Particularly in the Nordic region, we have witnessed significant growth, with sales increasing by 165% compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Vernivia has now begun to contribute positively to our results. In other markets, we have succeeded in maintaining sales at the same level as the previous year.

On the cost side, we continue to face an additional burden due to the merger with Pharmiva. Furthermore, we have strengthened our organization with key competencies to support continued growth and expansion.

The standout products in our portfolio from a sales perspective are VagiVital AktivGel, VagiVital Moisturizing Intimate Wash, and Vernivia. These three products constitute the cornerstones of the company's volume production, complemented by our self-care test for bacterial vaginosis. I have previously emphasized the importance of focusing our efforts on growth within our existing product portfolio. This strategic decision has led to a reduction in the number of new launches during the year. We see significant sales opportunities within these intimate self-care products and will now intensify our focus on them during the upcoming period.

In the American market, where we have strategically prioritized our sales focus, we continue to prepare for our own launch of company intimate self-care products. At the same time, our dialogue with the leading retail chains CVS and Walgreens continues to expand the range of our products sold under their own brands. We are also in ongoing discussions with Walmart. We are aware that the internal processes within these retail chains can be slow. Nevertheless, we see the opportunity for a quick positive impact on our sales if our products are approved, especially as they will be widely distributed in stores and sold under each chain's brand. By combining our own efforts with key partnerships, we are building a robust platform for growth and reaching a broader group of women in the market.

Our second significant focus for geographic expansion is Europe. However, I believe that our presence in the European market is not extensive enough. For this reason, we plan to intensify our efforts by strategically targeting three to four selected European markets. By focusing on these markets, we will secure distribution partnerships and accelerate our growth pace on the European stage.

The first quarter has been promising; despite the loss of revenues from Lune, we have managed to reverse a downward trend. We have a driven and competent organization and are focused on driving the growth of our key products. Our progress in the American market is promising, as well as our plans for expansion in Europe. Through strategic partnerships and focused efforts, we look forward to continuing our successful growth journey.

Anna Linton, VD

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ABOUT THE COMPANY

Peptonic Medical AB is a Swedish biomedical company engaged in the development and sale of clinically proven self-care products and self-diagnostic tests within women's intimate health. The portfolio is sold under the brands VagiVital and Vernivia.

The company aspires to a future where intimate health seamlessly integrates into women's self-care routines. Through a holistic approach, Peptonic empower women by offering solutions that enable them to autonomously diagnose, treat, and prevent intimate medical conditions. The vision is for women to feel empowered and confident in managing their intimate health, cultivating a profound sense of control and well-being.

Central to the growth strategy is the geographic expansion of VagiVital and Verniva through local partners, with Europe and the USA being prioritized markets. The company's business model is to operate the Nordic business in-house and primarily work with partners in other geographical markets. Peptonic Medical intends to continuously broaden the company's product portfolio through acquisitions and the development of innovative and competitive products in-house. The company's mousse-baseddrug-delivery technology, Venerol, and the gel base in VagiVital provide a solid foundation for expanding the portfolio.

Share

Peptonic Medical has been listed on the Spotlight Stock Market since 2014 and trades under the ticker symbol: PMED. The share capital at the end of the reporting period amounted to SEK 38,371,139.9, divided into 1,534,845,596 outstanding shares with a par value of SEK 0.025 per share. The number of outstanding warrants amounted to 196,370,600.

Organization

The group consists of the parent company Peptonic Medical AB (publ) headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, along with its subsidiaries Common Sense Marketing Inc, USA, and Peptonic Medical Ltd in Israel. At the end of the period, the number of employees in the group was 28 (34), and for the parent company, it was 8 (3).

For further information, visit www.peptonicmedical.se.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION - GROUP

The merger with Pharmiva was integrated into the parent company during the fourth quarter of 2023. Pharmiva's accumulated results before the merger date and most of the merger-related costs were directly booked against the parent company's equity and do not affect the income statement. Starting from the merger date on November 21, Pharmiva is included in the group's operating results and balance sheet. During the first quarter of 2024, only Lune Group Oy is included in the results until March 12. It's important to note that the figures for the first quarter of 2024 are not directly comparable to the previous year due to changes in the group structure.

Revenue - Revenue for the first quarter amounted to 11,148 (9,067) KSEK, of which sales of goods accounted for 10,808 (8,874) KSEK. Sales of Vagivital, Vernivia, and partner-owned brands amounted to 9,105 (6,745) KSEK, an increase of 35% compared to the same period last year. Continued growth of 2,137 KSEK (165%) was seen in the Nordic region. The increase is partly due to Vernivia, which was added in connection with the merger from Pharmiva. Other regions maintained the same sales levels as the same period last year.

Operating expenses - During the first quarter, the group's expenses amounted to -21,546(-15,721) KSEK. The change is mainly related to the merger with Pharmiva and restructuring in the organization. The cost of goods sold during the quarter was -4,914(-4,005) KSEK, resulting in a gross margin of 55% (55%). Of these costs, depreciation amounted to -1,574(-840) KSEK. Continuous work is being done to restructure and streamline the organization after the merger with Pharmiva.

Result - The group's result after financial items adjusted for comparison items amounted to -10,658 (- 7,998) KSEK for the first quarter.

Financial position and liquidity - Cash and bank balances amounted to 3,192 (15,307) KSEK as of March 31, 2024. The cash flow for the first quarter of 2024 was negative at -11,942 KSEK. The cash flow from operating activities was negative at -10,983 KSEK. The Board has decided, subject to the approval of the shareholders' meeting, to carry out a preferential rights issue during the spring of 2024, followed by subscription options of series TO5 later in the fall. The preferential rights issue is covered by 70% of subscription commitments and guarantee commitments. There is a possible risk that the group's liquidity over the next 12 months may prove insufficient, depending on the outcome of these issuances. However, the Board believes that the prospects for securing capital are favorable.

Equity - The group's equity as of March 31, 2024, amounted to 64,353 (82,737) KSEK, resulting in a solidity of 71% (86%).

Liabilities - The group's short-term liabilities amounted to 26,352 (13,198) KSEK as of March 31, 2024. Interest-bearing liabilities amount to 16,945 KSEK, of which 8,076 KSEK relates to deferral at the Swedish Tax Agency and the remainder to a short-term loan.

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INCOME STATEMENT

Peptonic Group

3 mon

3 mon

12 mon

Jan-Mar

Jan-Mar

Jan-Dar

KSEK

Note

2024

2023

2023

Operating income

Sales of products

10 808

8 874

37 118

Other operating income

340

193

1 147

Total operating income

11 148

9 067

38 265

Operating expenses

Cost of goods

-4 914

-4 005

-20 823

Other external expenses

-8 607

-6 085

-28 839

Personnel costs

-6 436

-4 791

-23 440

Depreciation

-1 574

-840

-6 266

Other operating costs

-15

0

-83

Total operating expensses

-21 546

-15 721

-79 451

Operating loss

Net financial income

1

316

919

Net financial expense

-261

-1 660

-2 323

Loss before taxes

-10 658

-7 998

-42 589

Taxes

0

0

0

Net loss for the period

-10 658

-7 998

-42 589

BALANCE SHEET

Peptonic Group

31-mar

31-mar

31-dec

KSEK

Note

2024

2023

2023

Assets

Non-Current assets

Intangeble assets

2

61 500

49 773

62 538

Tangeble assets

3

3 025

4 336

3 783

Financial assets

-

-

-

Total non-current assets

64 525

54 109

66 321

Current assets

Stock

12 999

17 518

16 002

Other receivbles

6 710

7 420

6 082

Tax receivable

-

90

287

Prepaid expenses and accrued income

3 278

1 489

2 910

Liquid assets

3 192

15 307

15 134

Total current assets

26 180

41 825

40 415

Total assets

90 705

95 934

106 736

Equity and liabilites

Equity

Ristricted equity

Share capital

38 371

25 706

38 371

Ongoing right issues

-

-

-

Reserves

5 377

7 392

5 377

Other contributed capital

332 891

316 645

333 041

Profit or loss brought forward incl year result

-

312 286

-

267 007

- 301 466

Total equity

64 353

82 737

75 323

Current liabilites

Liabilities interest bearing

4 187

2 333

7 556

Trade payables

16 945

6 041

13 779

Other payables

1 768

1 968

5 580

Prepaid income and accrued expenses

3 452

2 855

4 498

Total current liabilities

26 352

13 198

31 414

Total equity and liabilities

90 705

95 934

106 736

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STATMENT OF CASH FLOW

Peptonic Medical Group

3months

3months

12months

Jan-Mar

Jan-Mar

Jan-Dec

KSEK

Note

2024

2023

2023

CASH FLOW FROM OPERATIONs

Operating profit/loss

-

10 658

-

7 998

-

42 589

Non-cash flow items

1 540

840

7 054

NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES BEFORE CHANGES IN

-

9 118

-

7 158

-

35 535

WORKING CAPITAL

Increase (-) decrease (+) inventory

1 072

-

2 150

-

634

Increase (-) decrease (+) receivables

-

1 509

3 420

5 176

Increase (-) decrease (+) liabilities

-

1 278

-

8 623

-

2 815

NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

-

10 833

-

7 353

-

33 808

CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Investment in immaterial assets, net

-

394

-

451

-

1 285

Investment in material assest, incl subsidaries

-

96

-

101

-

646

Aquisition of business

-

-

-

14 413

Impact Lune Group Oy

-

322

-

-

0

Group adjustments asset value cuurency impact

-

147

-

819

-

2 705

NET CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

-

959

-

1 371

-

19 050

CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Rights issue

-

54 983

87 243

Issue expenses

-

150

-

10 520

-

13 718

Bridgeloan

-

-

16 840

-

9 101

NET CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

-

150

27 623

64 425

TOTAL CASH FLOW FOR THE YEAR

-

11 942

11 741

11 568

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

15 134

3 566

3 566

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF THE PERIOD

3 192

15 307

15 134

FINANCIAL INFORMATION - PATRENT COMPANY Peptonic Medical AB

The merger with Pharmiva was integrated into the parent company during the fourth quarter of 2023. Pharmiva's accumulated results before the merger date and most merger-related costs were accounted for directly against the equity in the parent company and do not affect the income statement. Starting from the merger date on November 21, Pharmiva is included in the group's operating results and balance sheet. During the first quarter of 2024, only Lune Group Oy is included in the results until March 12. It is important to note that the figures for the first quarter of 2024 are not directly comparable to the previous year due to changes in the group structure.

Revenue - 3,458 (1,331) KSEK during the first quarter. Other operating revenues for the quarter were 15 (0) KSEK. Compared to the same period last year, the increased sales can be attributed in part to the introduction of new products such as Vernivia, a self-test for urinary tract infection, and a self-test for menopause.

Operating expenses - Expenses for the first quarter amounted to -11,951(-5,868) KSEK. The increase is primarily due to personnel costs and other external costs, mainly related to restructuring costs associated with the merger of Pharmiva and increased headcount. Cost of goods sold during the period was -1,076 (-

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  1. KSEK, resulting in a gross margin of 69% (66%). A write-down due to Lune Group Oy negatively impacted the result by 740 KSEK in the quarter. Continuous efforts are being made to restructure and streamline the organization after the merger of Pharmiva.

Result - The company's result after financial items for the first quarter amounted to -7,416(-6,024) KSEK.

Financial position and liquidity- Cash and bank balances as of December 31 amounted to 1,216 (10,610) KSEK as of March 31. The cash flow for the quarter was negative, amounting to -9,394 KSEK. The cash flow from operating activities was negative at -9,000 KSEK. The board has, subject to approval at the shareholders' meeting, decided to carry out a rights issue in spring 2024, followed by subscription options of series TO5 later in the autumn. The rights issue is covered to 70% by subscription commitments and guarantee commitments. There is a possible risk that the group's liquidity over the next 12 months may prove to be insufficient, depending on the outcome of these issuances. However, the board believes that the prospects for securing capital are good.

Equity - The company's equity as of March 31, 2024, amounted to 81,707 (89,273) KSEK, resulting in a solvency ratio of 78 (78) percent.

Liabilities - The company's liabilities amounted to 23,585 (25,015) KSEK as of March 31, 2024, of which 16,945 KSEK are interest-bearing.

INCOME STATEMENT

Peptonic Medical - Parent copany

3 mon

3 mon

12 mon

Jan-Mar

Jan-Mar

Jan-Dar

KSEK

Note

2024

2023

2023

Operating income

Sales of products

3 458

1 331

6 593

Internal sales

0

0

0

Other operating income

15

0

96

Total operating income

3 473

1 331

6 689

Operating expenses

Cost of goods

-1 076

-456

-2 522

Other external expenses

-4 508

-2 978

-13 962

Personnel costs

-4 198

-1 736

-10 740

Depreciation

-1 415

-698

-17 325

Other operating costs

-754

0

-63

Total operating expensses

-11 951

-5 868

-44 613

Operating loss

-8 479

-4 537

-37 924

Net financial income

1 324

140

921

Net financial expense

-261

-1 627

-4 412

Loss before taxes

-7 416

-6 024

-41 415

Taxes

0

0

0

Net loss for the period

-7 416

-6 024

-41 415

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BALANCE SHEET

Peptonic Medical AB

31-mar

31-dec

2024

2023

KSEK

Note

Assets

Non-Current assets

Intangible assets

2

61 475

62 488

Tangible assets

3

441

448

Financial assets

4

5 992

5 992

Total non-current assets

67 908

68 928

0

0

Current assets

0

0

Stock

5 251

5 527

Other receivables

2 299

1 864

Group company receivables

27 434

25 713

Prepaid expenses and accrued income

1 184

1 646

Liquid assets

1 216

10 610

Total current assets

37 384

45 360

Total assets

105 292

114 288

Equity and liabilities

Equity

Restricted equity

Share capital

38 371

38 371

Development Cost Fund

5 377

5 377

Non- restricted equity

0

0

Share premium reserve non-restricted

332 891

333 041

Profit or loss brought forward

-287 516

-246 100

Net loss for the period

-7 416

-41 415

Total equity

81 707

89 273

Current liabilities

Trade payables

2 750

3 341

Other payables

16 945

13 668

Group company debts

578

4 707

Prepaid income and accrued expenses

3 312

3 299

Total current liabilities

23 585

25 015

Total equity and liabilities

105 292

114 288

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STATMENT OF CASH FLOW

Peptonic Medical Group

3months

3months

12months

Jan-Mar

Jan-Mar

Jan-Dec

KSEK

2024

2023

2023

CASH FLOW FROM OPERATIONs

Operating profit/loss

-

7 416

-

6 024

-

41 415

Non-cash flow items

1 414

696

17 325

NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES BEFORE CHANGES IN WORKING

-

6 002

-

5 328

-

24 089

CAPITAL

Increase (-) decrease (+) inventory

278

-

729

-

2 406

Increase (-) decrease (+) receivables

-

1 694

-

3 795

-

6 491

Increase (-) decrease (+) liabilities

-

1 432

-

8 817

-

3 667

NET CASH FLOW FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

-

8 850

-

18 669

-

36 653

CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Investment in immaterial assets, net

-

394

-

331

-

1 266

Investment in material assest, incl subsidaries

-

-

-

4 883

Aquisition of business

-

-

-

406

Group adjustments asset value cuurency impact

-

-

-

NET CASH FLOW FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

-

394

-

331

-

6 555

CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Rights issue

-

54 983

72 829

Issue expenses

-

150

-

10 520

-

13 718

Bridgeloan

-

-

14 531

-

5 664

NET CASH FLOW FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

-

150

29 932

53 447

TOTAL CASH FLOW FOR THE YEAR

-

9 394

10 932

10 239

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

10 610

371

371

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF THE PERIOD

1 216

11 303

10 610

NOTES

Accounting principles

This interim report has been prepared in accordance with the Annual Accounts Act (Chapter 9. Interim Report) and the Swedish Accounting Standards Board's general advice, BFNAR 2012:1 Annual Report and consolidated (K3-rules). The accounting principles are unchanged compared to the previous year.

Note 1 - Transactions with Related Parties

Group/Parent Company

During the period, no companies represented by board members have been engaged on a consultancy basis.

Note 2 - Intangible Fixed Assets

Group/Parent Company

Patent and development costs are capitalized and depreciated over 20 years from the time the first revenue is generated for the group, with depreciation commencing from the full year 2019. Capitalized patent and development costs are expected to generate future revenues for the group. In the balance sheet, patent and development costs are recorded at cost, reduced by accumulated depreciation.

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Note 2

Peptonic Medical AB

31-mar

31-mar

Capitalized development costs

2024

2023

Accumulated acquisition value

Opening balance

63 231

51 873

Reclassification

-

-

Capitalizations during the period

-

-

Fusion

-

-

63 231

51 873

Accumulated depreciation value

-16 343

-9 892

Deprecation of the year

-955

-618

Reclassification

-

-

Fusion

-

-

Outgoing accumulated depreciation

-17 298

-10 510

Net booked amount at end of period

45 933

41 363

Patents and licenses

Accumulated acquisition value

Opening balance

12 161

9 177

Sold out and other disposals

-

-

Reclassification

-

-

Capitalizations during the period

394

332

Fusion

-

-

12 555

9 509

Depreciation

Opening accumulated depreciation value

-2189

-1455

Deprecation of the year

-161

-77

Sold out and other disposals

-

-

Reclassification

-

-

Fusion

-

-

Outgoing accumulated depreciation

-2350

-1532

Net booked amount at end of period

10 206

7 977

Goodwill

Accumulated acquisition value

Opening balance

5 821

23 495

Sold out and Other disposals

-

-

Capitalizations during the period

-

-

5 821

-

Depreciation at the beginning of the period

-194

-23 495

Sales/disposals

-

-

Depreciation for the period

-291

-

Accumulated depreciation at the end

-485

-23 495

Net booked amount at end of period

5 336

0

Total intangible assets

61 475

49 340

Note 3 - Tangible fixed assets

Group/Parent Company

In the group, there are activated tools for the production of products.

Note 4 - Financial fixed assets

Parent Company

As of March 31, 2024, the holding of shares in wholly-owned subsidiaries amounts to a total of 5,992 (12,892) KSEK.

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