Portobello S.p.a. MIL:POR

Portobello S p A : Consolidated Economic and Financial Results as of June 30, 2024

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PRESS RELEASE

PORTOBELLO: consolidated results approved as of June 30, 2024

Production Value of approximately EUR 53.57 million, EBITDA of approximately

EUR 4.13 million, Adjusted1 Net Profit of approximately EUR -2.21 million

Key Consolidated Financial Results as of 06/30/2024

  • Production Value of EUR 53.57 million
  • EBITDA approximately EUR 4.13 million
  • Adjusted EBIT approximately EUR 0.97 million
  • Adjusted Net Profit approximately EUR -2.21 million
  • Net financial debt approximately EUR 51.44 million. Current financial debt approximately EUR 33.66 million

Rome, September 30, 2024

Portobello S.p.A. ("Portobello" or the "Company"), listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market, operating through barter in the publishing and advertising sector, and owning both its namesake retail chain and the ePRICE portal, announces that the Company's Board of Directors has today examined and approved the consolidated interim financial report as of June 30, 2024, which is subject to limited audit.

During the first half of 2024, the Company strengthened its financial position by successfully completing two capital increases, raising approximately EUR 12.6 million. In addition, the Company initiated discussions with financial institutions to increase working capital and support operations. At the same time, the Company activated the Crisis Negotiation Composition (CNC) to effectively conclude the ongoing agreements using protective measures.

Roberto Panfili, Co-founder and COO of Portobello, commented:

"Despite the challenges faced in the previous year due to the reduction in available working capital, in the first half of 2024, the Company secured new financial resources through two capital increases. Furthermore, Portobello initiated discussions with financial institutions to support operational activities. We look to the future with renewed optimism, aiming to resume our growing path with determination and the support of the talented and dedicated women and men at Portobello, who, through their professionalism, passion, and teamwork, contribute every day to the development of the Company, even in challenging circumstances."

  • Adjusted: results adjusted for components of an extraordinary (non-recurring) nature.

Consolidated Economic and Financial Results as of June 30, 2024

The breakdown of net revenue as of June 30, 2024, by business area is shown below:

Business Area

06/30/2024

06/30/2023

Absolute Change

% Change

Media

30,382,075

27,952,548

2,429,527

8.69%

Retail (or B2C)

7,331,824

13,155,320

(5,823,496)

-44.27%

B2B

15,063,808

23,714,222

(8,650,414)

-36.48%

Other Revenues

792,445

174,698

617,747

353.61%

Production value

53,570,152

64,996,788

(11,426,636)

-17.58%

In detail:

  • MEDIA. The Media segment recorded revenues of EUR 30.38 million across all revenue channels, showing growth compared to the same period in 2023.
  • RETAIL. In the first half of 2024, the Company finalized the acquisition of the remaining 49% of the share capital of PB RETAIL S.r.l. from PROJECT GS S.A. Portobello already held 51% of PB Retail S.r.l. With this transaction, the Company has acquired full ownership of a strategic asset that manages Portobello stores in major shopping malls across Italy. The retail channel recorded revenues of EUR 7.33 million in the first half of 2024, down compared to the same period in 2023, due to the closure of non-strategic stores and the temporary reduction in working capital.
  • B2B. B2B sales reached EUR 15.06 million, reflecting the Company's ability to capitalize on stock without reducing margins. This activity, which monetizes products not sellable in Portobello stores, or involving purchases with volumes too high for the current store network, remains strategic.

Consolidated EBITDA reached EUR 4.13 million as of June 30, 2024, showing an increase from the first half of 2023. This reflects the resilience and strength of the business model, despite difficulties stemming from the reduction in working capital during the first half of 2024.

Adjusted consolidated EBIT amounts to EUR 0.97 million as of June 30, 2024. The adjusted consolidated EBIT differs from the ordinary consolidated EBIT as it includes an extraordinary provision of EUR 6.0 million to cover tax risks related to the years 2021, 2022, and 2023. This provision was deemed necessary following potential disputes arising from tax audits, which could lead to additional liabilities for the Company. In compliance with accounting standards and the principle of prudence, the Company decided to establish a risk fund to address any potential liabilities related to these tax periods. Excluding extraordinary items, the consolidated EBIT was negative at EUR 5.02 million, and the consolidated EBT was negative at EUR 6.28 million.

Adjusted consolidated Net Profit is EUR -2.21 million. Excluding extraordinary components, the consolidated Net Profit is negative at EUR -8.21 million.

Net fixed assets as of June 30, 2024, amount to EUR 14.6 million, down by EUR 1.2 million compared to December 31, 2023. Finished goods inventory at the end of the reporting period amount to EUR 35.4 million, net of a write-down provision of EUR 7.7 million. Group shareholders' equity amounts to EUR 5.0 million.

Net financial debt is EUR 5.14 billion, with current financial debt amounting to EUR 33.66 million.

Predictable Management Evolution

In the first half of 2024, the global economy continued to face significant challenges. Despite some signs of recovery, the overall slowdown in consumption characterized the market, influenced by restrictive monetary policies and a climate of economic uncertainty. Inflation, although lower than previous peaks, remained at high levels, while rising interest rates continued to constrain both private and industrial investments.

In this context, consumers became even more cautious and price-sensitive. Portobello's value proposition, based on offering a sustainable combination of the best quality-to-price ratio in the market with an excellent shopping experience, proved particularly effective. The Company's business model allowed it to meet consumer demands while maintaining operational efficiency and competitiveness, as already demonstrated during past critical periods.

Additionally, the strategic integration of the ePRICE marketplace, acquired in July 2022, continued to generate significant benefits in the first half of 2024. The expansion of the product range and the development of economies of scale enabled cost optimization in logistics, communication, and marketing, securing more favorable conditions from suppliers. This synergy has strengthened Portobello Group's position as a leading national omnichannel operator.

Based on a careful analysis of the current situation and medium-to-long-term prospects, it is reasonable to believe that the Company will continue to represent a sustainable economic entity, capable of generating income over a multi-year period. Despite the overall slowdown in consumption, Portobello's business model remains efficient and adaptable to market challenges, continuing to meet the needs of an increasingly selective and discerning customer base.

Business continuity

During the first half of 2024, the Company raised approximately EUR 12.6 million through two capital increases, significantly strengthening its financial position. Additionally, it initiated interbank discussions and engaged with other financial entities to boost working capital and support operational activities.

At the same time, the Company activated the Crisis Negotiation Composition (CNC) with the goal of effectively concluding ongoing agreements by utilizing protective measures. Although these measures are set to expire on October 1, 2024, and an extension request has been submitted, the Company is confident that the actions taken will be sufficient to ensure business continuity.

In light of these initiatives, the administrative body believes that the Company can continue to operate as a going concern, based on a financial plan developed with the support of KPMG, which includes a series of actions aimed at overcoming the temporary financial strain. If necessary, additional assets have been identified that could be liquidated in case the plan is only partially realized, enabling the Company to meet short-term cash requirements. Moreover, taking into account exogenous factors beyond Portobello's control-specifically, the expiration of protective capital measures under Article 18 of the CCII, confirmed by the Ordinary Court of Rome until October 1, 2024, for which the Company has requested an additional extension (not yet obtained as of the current date), and the conclusion of the interbank negotiations, with the possibility of rebuilding working capital suitable for continuing the Group's activities profitably-the Directors, aware of the uncertainties mentioned above, will maintain constant monitoring of the evolving factors considered in order to continually assess the going concern assumptions. Should the need arise, they are prepared to take necessary actions and promptly fulfill their obligations to inform the market.

Events after June 30, 2024

  • Extension of protective measures under Art. 18 CCII
    In August 28, 2024, the Company - following its communication on June 14, 2024 - announced that, by order dated August 27, 2024, the Ordinary Court of Rome extended the protective measures on the Company's assets under Article 18 of the CCII until October 1, 2024, for both Portobello S.p.A. and PB Retail S.r.l.
  • Closure of a store in Rome
    In July 2024, the Company closed its store in Via Francesco Grimaldi 76-78, Rome, as the location was deemed unsuitable for the standard Portobello layout, which is designed to optimize the shopping experience for customers.

Attachments

Below are the main consolidated financial statements of the Portobello Group for the interim period ending June 30, 2024, compared with the corresponding figures (in Euros) as of June 30, 2023, and December 31, 2023, specifically:

  • Consolidated Income Statement as of 06/30/2024 (vs Consolidated Income Statement as of 06/30/2023);
  • Consolidated Balance Sheet as of 06/30/2024 (vs Consolidated Balance Sheet as of 12/31/2023);
  • Consolidated Cash Flow Statement as of 06/30/2024 (vs Consolidated Cash Flow Statement as of 06/30/2023);
  • Adjusted Consolidated Income Statement as of 06/30/2024 (vs Adjusted Consolidated Income Statement as of 06/30/2023);
  • Adjusted Consolidated Balance Sheet as of 06/30/2024 (vs Adjusted Consolidated Balance Sheet as of 12/31/2023).

Auditor's Report on the Half-Year Financial Report

The auditing firm Audirevi S.p.A. (the "Auditing Firm") has issued its report on the limited audit of the abbreviated consolidated half-year financial report, which includes a reference to disclosures regarding the going concern assumption related to the expiration of the protective capital measures under Article 18 of the CCII, confirmed by the Ordinary Court of Rome until October 1, 2024, and for which the Company has requested an additional extension (not yet obtained as of today's date), as well as the conclusion of interbank negotiations to potentially rebuild sufficient working capital. In this regard, the directors believe that the Company has the conditions to continue operating on the assumption of going concern, and for further details, please refer to the full consolidated half-year financial report as of June 30, 2024, available in the Investor Relations/Financial Statements and Reports section of the website www.portobellospa.com.

CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT

Consolidated Income Statement (figures in euros)

06/30/2024

06/30/2023

Absolute

% Change

Change

Revenue from Sale and Services

52,777,707

64,822,090

-12,044,383

-18.58%

Other Revenue and Income

792,445

174,698

617,747

353.61%

Value of Production

53,570,152

64,996,788

(11,426,636)

-17.58%

Raw Materials, Consumables, and Goods

22,287,980

45,037,013

-22,749,033

-50.51%

Change in Inventory of Raw Materials,

14,614,276

1,005,970

13,608,306

1352.75%

Consumables, and Goods

Cost of Goods Sold

36,902,256

46,042,983

(9,140,727)

-19.85%

Gross Margin

16,667,896

18,953,805

(2,285,909)

-12.06%

%

31.1%

29.2%

1.95%

6.70%

Personnel

4,773,737

6,340,459

(1,566,722)

-24.71%

Use of Third-Party Assets

4,185,069

4,528,817

(343,748)

-7.59%

Services

3,177,661

4,087,101

(909,440)

-22.25%

Other Operating Expenses

400,208

8,626,814

(8,226,606)

-95.36%

EBITDA[1]

4,131,221

(4,629,386)

8,760,607

-189.24%

%

7.7%

-7.1%

14.83%

-208.27%

Depreciation, Provisions, and Write-downs

9,153,288

2,990,917

6,162,371

206.04%

EBIT[2]

(5,022,067)

(7,620,303)

2.598,236

-34.10%

%

-9.4%

-11.7%

2.35%

-20.04%

Other Financial Income

250,876

182,196

68,680

37.70%

Interest and Other Financial Expenses

(1,611,673)

(713,216)

(898,457)

125.97%

Adjustments to Financial Assets

103,704

(43,827)

147,531

-336.62%

Financial Management

(1,257,093)

(574,847)

(682,246)

118.68%

EBT

(6,279,160)

(8,195,150)

1,915,990

-23.38%

Income Taxes, Current, Deferred, and Prepaid

1,934,165

3,673,483

(1,739,318)

-47.35%

NET PROFIT (LOSS) FOR THE PERIOD

(8,213,325)

(11,868,633)

3,655,308

-30.80%

%

-15.3%

-18.3%

2.93%

-16.04%

  1. EBITDA indicates the result before financial and extraordinary management, taxes, depreciation and amortization of fixed assets, provisions and impairment of receivables. EBITDA, thus defined, is the indicator used by the directors of Portobello S. p. A. to monitor and evaluate the operating performance of the company. Since EBITDA is not identified as an accounting measure within the accounting standards, it must not be considered as an alternative measure for the evaluation of Portobello S. p. A.'s operating performance. Since the composition of EBITDA is not regulated by the relevant accounting standards, the calculation criterion applied by Portobello S. p. A. may not be homogeneous with that adopted by other entities and/or groups and may, therefore, not be comparable.
  2. EBIT indicates the result before financial expenses and taxes for the year. EBIT, therefore, represents the operating result before the remuneration of both third-party and own capital. EBIT, thus defined, represents the indicator used by the company's directors to monitor and evaluate the operational performance of the company's business. Since EBIT is not identified as an accounting measure in the context of national accounting standards and its composition is not regulated by the reference accounting standards, the determination criteria applied by the Company may not be homogeneous with that adopted by other entities and, therefore, may not be comparable with them.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

Consolidated balance Sheet

06/30/2024

12/31/2023

Absolute Change

% Change

(figures in euros)

Intangible Assets

7,785,044

8,507,279

(722,235)

-8.49%

Tangible Assets

2,580,435

3,067,660

(487,225)

-15.88%

Financial Assets

4,281,030

4,286,305

(5,275)

-0.12%

NET FIXED ASSETS

14,646,509

15,861,244

(1,214,735)

-7.66%

Inventory

35,385,317

50,957,426

(15,572,109)

-30.56%

Net Inventory

35,385,317

50,957,426

(15,572,110)

-30.56%

Accounts Receivable

9,299,153

1,129,915

8,169,238

723.00%

Accounts Payable

(34,548,683)

(30,874,369)

(3,674,314)

11.90%

Trade Receivables and

(25,249,530)

(29,744,454)

4,494,924

-15.11%

Payables

Tax Receivables and Payables

(16,940,233)

(16,330,713)

(609,520)

3.73%

Other Receivables

6,086,992

9,348,725

(3,261,733)

-34.89%

Other Payables

(4,106,050)

(3,888,954)

(217,096)

5.58%

Accrued Income

60,372,984

35,145,883

25,227,101

71.78%

Accrued Expenses

(4,922,502)

(3,245,932)

(1,676,570)

51.65%

Other Current Items

40,491,190

21,029,008

19,462,182

92.55%

NET WORKING CAPITAL

50,626,977

42,241,981

8,384,996

19.85%

Severance Pay

(918,421)

(923,970)

5,549

-0.60%

Other Funds

(7,906,487)

(1,877,276)

(6,029,211)

321.17%

CONSOLIDATED LIABILITIES

(8,824,908)

(2,801,246)

(6,023,662)

215.04%

NET INVESTED CAPITAL

56,448,580

55,301,980

1,146,599

2.07%

Capital

(1,017,191)

(674,450)

(342,741)

50.82%

Reverses

(12,201,101)

(52,422,155)

40,221,054

-76.73%

(Profit) Loss for the Period

8,213,325

40,988,834

(32,775,509)

-79.96%

(Profit) Loss of Third Parties

-

3,891,400

Third-Party Equity

-

6,531,105

NET EQUITY

(5,004,967)

(5,576,666)

571,699

-10.25%

(Financial Debts)

(514,659)

(514,659)

-

0.00%

Financial Credits

292,593

188,889

103,704

(Bank Debts)

(52,316,687)

(50,292,981)

(2,023,706)

4.02%

Cash and Cash Equivalents

1,095,140

893,437

201,703

22.58%

Net Financial Position (NFP)

(51,443,613)

(49,725,314)

(1,718,299)

3.46%

TOTAL SOURCES

(56,448,580)

(55,301,980)

(1,146,600)

2.07%

CASH FLOW STATEMENT

Cash Flow Statement (figures in euros)

06/30/2024

12/31/2023

A. Cash Flows from Operating Activities (Indirect Method)

Net Profit (Loss) for the Year

(8,213,324)

(44,880,234)

Income Taxes

1,934,165

(3,964,757)

Interest Expense/(Interest Income)

1,360,797

2,173,850

(Dividends)

-

-

(Capital Gains)/Capital Losses from Asset Sales

-

-

1. Pre-tax Profit (Loss)

(4,918,362)

(46,671,141)

Adjustments for Non-Monetary Items

Provisions

7,486,401

5,703,073

Depreciation

1,788,540

3,186,827

Impairment Losses

(103,704)

170,370

Other Non-Monetary Adjustments

-

35,570

2. Cash Flow Before Changes in NWC

9,171,237

(37,575,301)

Changes in Net Working Capital

Decrease/(Increase) in Inventory

15,572,109

5,304,828

Decrease/(Increase) in Accounts Receivable

(8,169,238)

4,813,941

Increase/(Decrease) in Accounts Payable

3,674,314

23,177,625

Decrease/(Increase) in Prepayments and Accrued Income

(25,227,101)

(4,981,619)

Increase/(Decrease) in Accrued Expenses

1,676,570

1,628,088

Other Changes in NWC

5,329,691

234,640

3. Cash Flow After Changes in NWC

(7,143,655)

30,117,503

Other Adjustments

Interest Received/(Paid)

(1,360,797)

(2,173,850)

(Income Taxes Paid)

(3,029,807)

-

Dividends Received

-

-

Use of Provisions

(1,462,739)

(373,067)

4. Cash Flow After Other Adjustments

(5,853,343)

(7,457,798)

Cash Flow from Operating Activities (A)

(8,744,123)

(10,004,715)

B. Cash Flows from Investing Activities

Tangible Assets

88,068

(571,978)

(Investments)

-

(571,978)

Proceeds from Disinvestments

86,068

-

Intangible Assets

(665,148)

(4,563,648)

(Investments)

665,148

(4,563,648)

Proceeds from Disinvestments

-

-

Financial Assets

5,275

118,337

(Investments)

-

118,337

Proceeds from Disinvestments

5,275

-

Non-Fixed Financial Assets

(145,699)

70,370

(Investments)

145,699

70,370

Proceeds from Disinvestments

-

-

Cash Flow from Investing Activities (B)

(719,504)

(4,946,919)

C. Cash Flows from Financing Activities

Third-party means

Increase/(Decrease) short-term payables to banks

2,268,867

1,552,566

Opening of loans

-

(7,900,000)

(Repayment of loans)

(245,161)

(3,933,241)

Own means

Capital Increase

342,741

5,005,000

Disposal/(Purchase) of treasury shares

173,708

-

Other Changes in Consolidated Net Equity

7,125,175

-

Cash flow from financing activities (C)

9,665,330

13,000,940

Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (A ± B ± C)

251,703

(1,950,694)

Cash and cash equivalents as of January 1

893,437

2,844,131

Cash and cash equivalents as of June 30

1,095,140

893,437

ADJUSTED CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENT

Adjusted Consolidated Income Statement (Figures in euros)

Revenue from Sale and Services

Other Revenue and Income Value of Production

Raw Materials, Consumables, and Goods Change in Inventory of Raw

Materials, Consumables, and Goods

Cost of Goods Sold

Gross Margin

%

Personnel

Use of Third-Party Assets

Services

Other Operating Expenses

EBITDA

%

Depreciation, Provisions, and

Write-downs

EBIT

%

Other Financial Income Interest and Other Financial Expenses

Adjustments to Financial Assets

Financial Management

EBT

Income Taxes, Current,

Deferred, and Prepaid

NET PROFIT (LOSS) FOR THE

PERIOD

%

06/30/2024

06/30/2023

Absolute

% Change

Change

52,777,707

64,822,090

-12,044,383

-18.58%

792,445

174,698

617,747

353.61%

53,570,152

64,996,788

(11,426,636)

-17.58%

22,287,980

42,856,423

-20,568,443

-47.99%

14,614,276

1,005,970

13,608,306

1352.75%

36,902,256

43,862,393

(6,960,137)

-15.87%

16,667,896

21,134,395

(4,466,499)

-21.13%

31.1%

32.5%

-1.40%

-4.31%

4,773,737

6,340,459

(1,566,722)

-24.71%

4,185,069

4,528,817

(343,748)

-7.59%

3,177,661

4,087,101

(909,440)

-22.25%

400,208

225,710

174,498

77.31%

4,131,221

5,952,308

(1,821,087)

-30.59%

7.7%

9.2%

-1.45%

-15.79%

3,153,288

2,990,917

162,371

5.43%

977,933

2,961,391

-1,983,458

-66.98%

1.8%

4.6%

250,876

182,196

68,680

37.70%

(1,611,673)

(713,216)

(898,457)

125.97%

103,704

(43,827)

147,531

-336.62%

(1,257,093)

(574,847)

(682,246)

118.68%

(279,160)

2,386,544

(2,665,704)

-111.70%

1,934,165

2,294,487

(360,322)

-15.70%

(2,213,324)

92,058

(2,305,382)

-2504.27%

-4.1%

0.1%

-4.27%

-3017.11%

Adjusted Consolidated Balance Sheet (Figures in euros)

Intangible Assets

Tangible Assets

Financial Assets

NET FIXED ASSETS

Inventory

Net Inventory

Accounts Receivable

Accounts Payable

Trade Receivables and

Payables

Tax Receivables and Payables

Other Receivables

Other Payables

Accrued Income

Accrued Expenses

Other Current Items

NET WORKING CAPITAL

Severance Pay

Other Funds

CONSOLIDATED LIABILITIES NET INVESTED CAPITAL

Capital

Reserves (Profit) Loss for the Period (Profit) Loss of Third Parties Third-Party Equity

NET EQUITY

(Financial Debts)

Financial Credits

(Bank Debts)

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Net Financial Position (NFP)

TOTAL SOURCES

ADJUSTED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

06/30/2024

12/31/2023

Absolute Change

% Change

7,785,044

8,507,279

(722,235)

-8.49%

2,580,435

3,067,660

(487,225)

-15.88%

4,281,030

4,286,305

(5,275)

-0.12%

14,646,509

15,861,244

(1,214,735)

-7.66%

35,385,317

50,957,426

(15,572,109)

-30.56%

35,385,317

50,957,426

(15,572,109)

-30.56%

9,299,153

45,129,915

(35,830,762)

-79.39%

(34,548,683)

(30,874,369)

(3,674,314)

11.90%

(25,249,530)

14,255,546

(39,505,076)

-277.12%

(16,940,233)

(17,872,831)

932,598

-5.22%

6,086,992

3,376,526

2,710,466

80.27%

(4,106,050)

(3,888,954)

(217,096)

5.58%

60,372,984

35,145,883

25,227,101

71.78%

(4,922,502)

(3,245,932)

(1,676,570)

51.65%

40,491,190

13,514,692

26,976,498

199.61%

50,626,977

78,727,664

(28,100,687)

-35.69%

(918,421)

(923,970)

5,549

-0.60%

(1,906,487)

(1,877,276)

(29,211)

1.56%

(2,824,908)

(2,801,246)

(23,662)

0.84%

62,448,580

91,787,663

(29,339,083)

-31.96%

(1,017,191)

(674,450)

(342,741)

50.82%

(12,201,101)

(49,623,708)

37,422,607

-75.41%

2,213,324

(4,811,999)

7,025,323

-146.00%

-

3,891,400

-

6,531,105

(11,004,968)

(48,579,052)

37,574,084

-77.35%

(514,659)

(514,659)

-

0.00%

292,593

188,889

103,704

(52,316,687)

(50,292,981)

(2,023,706)

4.02%

1,095,140

7,410,140

(6,315,000)

-85.22%

(51,443,613)

(43,208,611)

(8,235,002)

19.06%

(62,448,580)

(91,787,663)

29,339,083

-31.96%

The press release is available online at www.portobellospa.com in the Investor Relations section and at www.1info.it.

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Portobello S.p.A. founded in Rome in 2016 and listed on the Euronext Growth Milan market, operates through 3 Business Units active in the Media & Advertising, Retail and B2B sectors. The Company deals with the resale of advertising space, either owned or purchased from third parties, for monetary consideration or through the barter system. The Company is part of the Portobello Group, which owns and operates a chain of own-brand shops and the e- commerce portal ePRICE.

Contacts

INTEGRAE SIM

IR TOP Consulting S.r.l.

Portobello S.p.A.

Euronext Growth Advisor

Capital Markets & Investor Relations

Investor Relations

Piazza Castello 24

- 20121 Milano

Domenico Gentile

[email protected]

T +39 02 80 50 61

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Via Bigli, 19 - 20121 Milano

Pomezia / Z.I. Santa Palomba (RM)

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