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Appendix
1 - Company Overview
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1 - Company Overview
1. Company’s name & legal status: Misr Beni Suef Cement (MBSC) Egyptian Joint Stock
Company.
2. Company’s Capital: Authorized Capital is 1,000,000,000 and Paid in Capital is
750,000,000 Represented by 75,000,000 shares at a nominal value of 10 EGP each.
3. Purpose & Activity : Misr Beni Suef Cement Company produces all types of cement
(clinker - packed - bulk) or related materials in various stages, as well as its packaging
materials and the production of building materials and construction supplies.
4. Company Headquarter : 14 Marwah St., Othman Towers, Maadi
Tel.: +20 2 25282401
Fax: +20 2 25282466
Email: mbcc@mbccegypt.com
Pricing
HDB Comm. • As per bank tariff or any other agreed upon tariffs
Comm.
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Security and Collaterals • 100% cash margin upon issuance.
Legal documents •
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3– Management Analysis (7%)
Name Position Representation Attribute (executive/non-executive
Ahmed Non-executive
Muhammad
Muhammad
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Ayman Al-Sayed Ali BOD Member
Muhammad Non-executive
Mowafy Non-executive
El Gendy Non-executive
1- Company Operations:
Operations: Portland cement is the most common type of cement in
general use around the world, as it is a basic ingredient of concrete,
mortar, stucco and most non-specialty grout. It is a fine powder produced
by grinding Portland cement clinker (more than 90%), a limited amount of
calcium sulfate (gypsum CaSO4.2H2O)
Production cycle: Portland cement is made by reacting limestone and clay
materials, after grinding and mixing. The process of grinding and mixing is
carried out in a dry or wet way. The raw materials are analyzed and then crushed
and mixed in the calculated proportions of any cement type. There are reactions
in the furnace between the input materials and form components called clinker
and grinded with a proportion of gypsum to reach the desired smoothness.
-How cement is manufactured?
Extraction of raw materials: Raw materials such as limestone, clay, sand, iron ore and
gypsum are extracted from the quarry area by blasting or crushing.
Cracking process: The materials are brought from the quarries by trucks
to the crushers, which in turn break the materials to certain dimensions
and diameters depending on the type of manufacturing standard and then
these materials are stored separately in huge stores known as (raw silo)
and is somehow for the homogenization process. This process continues in
more than one storage area of the plant.
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Milling process: The materials are then transported by conveyor belts to
the raw material mills responsible for converting these materials into
powder with a certain degree of smoothness and kept in stores known as
meal stores, which feed the furnace to produce clinker, the final product of
cement, which some material is added to it afterwards.
There are two methods of milling process:
1-Dry way: All crushing and grinding operations are carried out in dry condition
where the raw materials are grinded to the fineness required to feed the furnace. This
method is the newest and the most economical because it is characterized by energy
saving.
2-Wet way: This method is used when raw materials are high in moisture because
the dry method first needs to dry the raw materials; therefore, this method is not
economical. The water is added during the grinding process by about 40% and the dough
is formed and pumped into the dough tank using pumps until the dough becomes
homogeneous.
Burning process: The raw material is transported from the raw materials
warehouse to the primary heater through conveyors where the primary
heater acts as the thermal preparation of the grinded materials in order to
enter the furnace, which turns the materials, and burns them in order to
obtain the basic material clinker (Clinker is raw cement before grinding
and smoothing). Temperatures in the oven range from 1200 to 1700
degrees.
Storing process: Clinker is grinded by cement mills and adds some
materials to it such as gypsum, and then stored in cement stores to be
ready for packing in bags or inside trucks for direct casting at work sites.
Business Cycle: Main components in the cement industry are the energy,
labor force and the equipment.
Methods of production: Dry method All the crushing and milling
operations are done in the dry state where the raw materials are grinded to
the softness required to feed the oven and this method is the latest and the
best economically because it is characterized by saving energy and Wet
method this method is used when the raw materials contain a high
percentage of moisture, because the dry method first needs to dry the raw
materials and therefore it is considered non -economic. Add the water
during the grinding process by about 40% the dough is composed and
pumped into the dough tank using pumps until the dough becomes
homogeneous.
2- Purchasing Policy :
(Foreign purchases represents 60% while Local Purchases Represents 40% of the
company’s purchases according to Industry Norm) - (90% purchases are made
on cash basis the remaining 10% of the purchases are made on credit terms and
the company enjoying suppliers facility up to 40 days)
3- Inventory Policy :
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The company keeps inventory for 113 days as follows:
Raw material is for maximum 5 days.
WIP are for maximum 40 days.
Finished goods are for maximum 11 days.
4- Sales Policy :
Cash sales almost 98 % and 2% credit sales
Collection period is 0 days. (According to A/R DOH)
There is current export activity is 1% While local is 99%.
cash
A/R RM
FG WIP
SF DOH = 36.2
Customer/suppliers
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Energy (fuel): Cement Industry is highly
.the industry
rain
Moderate maintenance
Production risk
The Company Granting its Employees Benefits
Machinery Risk
Low such as Considerable Increase in Salaries and
Labour Force Risk
Social Insurance System to Maintain their loyalty
Energy Risk Low The Company is Rationalizing Energy Cost by
Competition Risk The Supply is much bigger than demand but the
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Cement industry depends on the cash basis to a
represented 99%.
The cement industry in Egypt holds a fundamental role in the nation's economy, directly contributing
to the infrastructural development and construction sectors. This industry, with a rich history dating
back to the first cement company established in 1927, today houses 18 cement companies that
collectively account for 1% of Egypt's GDP and nearly 10% of its manufacturing GDP.
However, the industry has faced economic volatility. Inflation and currency depreciation after the
2011 revolution and 2016 currency floatation, respectively, have challenged the industry, causing a
surge in production costs and demand fluctuations. Consequently, the government intervened to curb
excess production, proposing a 10% reduction in production. The oversupply issue was further fueled
by the government's establishment of a 13Mta military plant in Beni Suef in 2018.
The dynamics of the industry have also transformed significantly over the years, transitioning from a
monopolistic to a more competitive market. The 1990s liberalization resulted in significant foreign
investments, with firms like Germany's HeidelbergCement, France's Vicat, Switzerland’s
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LafargeHolcim, Greece’s Titan Cement, and Mexico's Cemex making significant investments in the
sector.
On the technological front, the industry has evolved towards more energy-efficient production
processes, driven by the urgency of environmental regulations. The adoption of alternative fuels and
digital technologies for process optimization and predictive maintenance are key trends shaping the
industry.
Despite the challenges of overcapacity and recent regulations like the 2018 resolution to halt the
issuance of licenses for new cement plants, the Egyptian cement industry's contribution to the
national economy and infrastructure development remains significant.
The industry has witnessed transformative growth in recent years, marked by significant investments,
mergers and acquisitions, environmental initiatives, and robust export dynamics. For instance, Vicat
Egypt increased its stake in Sinai Cement, and Egy Holding Developments upped the construction rate
of its EPIC Complex project. On the environmental front, the Suez Cement Group of Companies (SCGC)
has invested heavily in reducing dust emissions and transitioning to non-fossil-based fuels, aligning
with Egypt’s 2030 Vision and the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.
Moreover, the industry has demonstrated a commitment to corporate social responsibility, with
Talaat Moustafa Group (TMG) Holding investing over EGP 5bn in community development initiatives.
Despite the contrasting financial performances of different companies, the industry overall continues
to hold an integral role in the country's economic fabric and shows promise for the future.
Key challenges
There are several key challenges currently facing the Egyptian cement industry:
Energy Costs: A primary challenge for the Egyptian cement industry is the increasing price of natural
gas supplied to the industry. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly has set the sale price at $12 per
MBTU, a cost that could significantly impact cement manufacturers' operating expenses and profit
margins.
Market Oversaturation: A substantial increase in Egyptian cement exports (37% YoY surge to $602
million) could suggest an oversaturation of the domestic market, pushing companies to seek growth
opportunities abroad. This could create challenges in terms of logistics and market development in
foreign markets.
Financial Performance: Despite some improvements, several companies in the sector are reporting
net losses or decreasing net profits, like Misr Cement - Qena and South Valley Cement Company. This
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could be due to several factors, including increased operating costs, market competition, and overall
industry conditions.
Price Surges in Building Materials: Lawmakers are calling for price controls on building materials
following significant price increases. The hike in reinforced steel and cement prices, hitting record
levels, is impacting small contractors significantly, forcing some to cease operations. The industry is
facing potential monopolistic practices and the challenge of maintaining profitability in an
environment of price control.
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PESTEL analysis
It’s important to mention to the impact of each factor on the industry
PESTEL Analysis
(1) Political Factors: The political situation in Egypt becomes relatively stable which
create a mega projects to be achieved and there are booming in the tourism sector
so the building activities ratio increased that positively reflect on the cement sector
by creating new markets for our industry and the government adopting an
Economic reform program for attracting the direct investment.
(2) Economic Factors:
GDP: The gross Domestic production growth rate in Egypt was 3.30 % in 2021
and forecasted to be 6.60 % in 2022 that will be improving the sales volume and
growth of the industry.
Inflation: increased in Egypt since the floatation of the Egyptian pound at the end
of 2016, reaching a high record during 2017 due to subsidy cuts,
2017 saw the Egyptian inflation rate skyrocket 21.90% .Ever since, inflation has
recovered but slowly, although projections today see it will go down in the future
that would have a positive impact on industry.
Exchange rate: The devaluation of the Egyptian pound and deterioration of its
value during 2016 affected adversely on industries as coal imported from outside
that lead to more cost on production and lower profitability.
Un-Employment : per Capmass Egypt’s unemployment rate slipped to7.4% in
2021, compared to7.9% in 2020 and more lower rate expectation leading to higher
consumption and demand which creating a positive impact on the cement
industry.
Monetary policy: After the Egyptian pound’s floatation in November 2016, the
Central bank of Egypt (CBE) has tightened the monetary policy, and Inflation has
fallen regularly since Q3 2017 and should meet the central bank’s target money
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supply is growing at a relatively fast pace but maintaining interest rates at a high
level is placing a major strain on lending growth.
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(3) Social Factors: The increasing growth rate of the population of Egypt which
increased to101.5 M in 2021 supported with a majority of people aged from 15-64 year
leading to the increased level of labor force and low cost for labor as well as The
increasing level of education and awareness toward public health and medical insurance
creating a very positive impact on the industry growth.
(4) Technological Factors: cement industry is a heavy industry and does not need
advance technology and the technological infrastructure for communication, systems &
power supplies in Egypt is healthy for the business continuity.
(5) Environmental Factors: The cement Industry is polluting under the governmental
intervention to set the healthy standards to minimize the environmental impact of its
activities (unfriendly industry). The cement industry is Grade (A) according to Law 4 of
1994 as a very polluting industry.
(6) Legal Factors: The cement Industry is legalized. And there are no legal restriction
according the following laws: specifications and standards and Law No. 4 of 1994 and
amended by Law No. S of 2009 called the Environmental Law No. 38 of 1967 Law on
Public Hygiene and Solid Waste Handling Law 121 of 2008 Traffic Law 137 of 1981,
amended by Resolution 12 of 2003, the Unified Work Force Law 93 of 1962, amended
by Resolution 44 of the Law of Liquid Waste Disposal.
(2) Internal Environmental Analysis:
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Moderate to Basic materials for the production of
Low cement such as limestone and clay are
available in abundance in Egypt.
Cement manufacturers often build their
factories near the places where raw
Bargaining power of materials are available and thus the
supplier negotiating power of suppliers is weak.
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Degree of
Risk Justification
Risk
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Low Cement has no substitutes as a
Substitutes
fundamental building material.
SWOT Analysis:
Is a simple way to show the Strength & Weakness factors inside the company and the
Opportunities & Threats that the company face in the external environment. .
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Auditors Opinion:
Financials status: (audited)
Financial Statements Currency:
Financial Analysis:
(1) Sales & Profitability:
Figures in ( EGP 000) Dec 2019 Dec 2020 Dec 2021
Sales 1,809,146 1,194,339 1,120,263
Sales Growth (%) N/A (33.98%) (6.20%)
COGS/Sales (%) 84.6% 87.3% 84.2%
SG&A/Sales (%) 1.4% 1.8% 2.8%
EBITDA Margin 13.9% 7.7% 16.3%
ROS (%) NPAUI/Sales 4.44% 6.40% 15.07%
ROE (%) NPAUI/Equity 4.65% 4.59% 9.97%
ROA (%) NPAUI/Assets 3.51% 3.74% 8.16%
Sales Growth (%): The Sales Decreased due to the Decrease in sales Quantity as the
Company Decreased its Production Capacity to 60%
COGS/Sales: In 2020 The Ratio (87.3%) increased Due to the increase in Coal Prices as it
constitutes 70% of production resources but in 2021 the ratio(84.2%) decreased due to the
decrease in production Capacity to 60%.
SG&A/Sales: The Ratio in comparison years is increasing due to the decrease in sales and
increase in SA&A expenses especially in BOD allowances.
EBITDA Margin: In 2020 the margin (7.7%) decreased due to the decrease in sales and increase
in COGS but in 2021 The Margin (16.3%) increased due to the decrease in COGS.
Return on sales (ROS) : The ROS in comparison years is increasing due the decrease in sales
and increase in profit from unusual items as interest income FX gain.
Return on Assets (ROA): In 2020 The ROA(3.74%) increased due to the sales decreased less
than the decrease in assets WIP items and in 2021 The ROA(8.16%) increased due to the sales
increased much more the increase in assets FG.
Return on equity (ROE) :In 2020 The ROE(4.59%) decreased Due to decrease in NPAUI and
increase in retained earnings and equity reserves In 2021 The ROE(9.97%) increased due to the
increase in unusual profit more than the increase in equity.
The DuPont Formula:
Three-factor DuPont for the return on equity: (ROS*ATO*ALEV)
1- Assets turnover (ATO) = Sales/TA EFF.
2- Assets leverage (ALEV) = TA/Equity FIN.
3- Return on sales (ROS) = NPAUI/Sales PRO.
Ratio 2019 2020 2021
ROS 4.44% 6.40% 15.07%
ATO 0.79 0.59 0.54
ALEV 1.32 1.23 1.22
ROE 4.65% 4.59% 9.97%
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In 2020 The ROE Decreased due to ATO and Assets Leverage Decreased much more than the
increase in ROS and In 2021 The ROE increased due to The ROS increased much more than the
decrease in ATO and Assets Leverage.
Working Capital & Current Ratio: appears positive and increasing during the compared years
mainly due to the increase in current assets Cash and Inventory and decrease in current liability
accounts and dividends payable.
Quick Ratio: the company enjoying high liquidity and its not relaying on inventory to meet its
current obligation.
DEBT/EQUITY: the ratio is decreasing due to the decrease in accounts and dividends payables
and down payments and increase in retained earnings and equity reserves.
Gearing Ratio:
.
3) Asset Efficiency Ratios:
Working Investment: the working investment decreased in 2020 due decrease in trading assets
A/R and inventory and increase in spontaneous finance down payments and accrued expenses and
increased in 2021 due increase in inventory and decrease in down payments.
WI / sales: although the sales decreased but the working investment decreased more than sales
increased in 2021 due to increase in working investment and decrease in sales.
Inventory DOH: decreased in 2020 due to decrease in WIP and FG and other inventory items
but increased in 2021 due to increase in RM and FG and other inventory item. .
Accounts Receivable DOH: decreasing in compared years due to company policy in selling cash
not on account.
Accounts Payables DOH: stable in compared years due to purchasing policy of company.
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8 - Cash Flow Analysis(7%)
i. 3 Blocks
ii. 2020
EBITDA (EXCLUDING NON OPERATING) 91,904
Change in W/I 219,696
Block 1 : Operating Cash Flow 269,432
Block 2 : Total Investing Cash Flow 38,300
Block 3 : Total Financing Cash Flow (144,742)
Change in cash 162,990
i. 2021
EBITDA (EXCLUDING NON OPERATING) 182,200
Change in W/I (122,121)
Block 1 : Operating Cash Flow 48,442
Block 2 : Total Investing Cash Flow 96,753
Block 3 : Total Financing Cash Flow (144,761)
Change in cash 434.0
NB.
Block1: the Company was able to generate sufficient cash flow from its operation to
cover its core business in the compared years.
Block2: is due to decrease in productive assets and increase in sundry and non-operating
items.
Block3: is negative due to decrease in retained earnings due to decrease in dividends
payable.
Source & uses analysis
Year 2020
Source 000 % Use 000 %
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Changing in WI 134,216 33.33% Net Change in Cash 134,216 33.33%
The Has Healthy Cash Flow as It Uses EBIT to Pay Taxes and
Dividends and Sundry items to Finance the Gap in Working Investment
and Change It Equity to Pay Dividends However It Has a Slightly
Unhealthy Cash Flow as It Uses Depreciation to Finance CAPEX
Partially and Uses It to Pay Dividends and Finance Cash.
Ratios Measuring the Co. cash flow :-
iii. DSR = EBITDA / FP :The Company Doesn’t Have any Financial payment but in 2020
the EBITDA was negative so the company isn’t able to cover any financial payment and
in 2021 it has positive EBITDA which mean it can cover its payment.
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iv. DSR = EBITDA / (FP + DIV): in 2020 the ratio was (32.56%) which mean the company
isn’t able to cover its financial payment or/and dividends and in 2021 the ratio was
54.70% without financial payment so the company can't pay dividends.
CURRENT ASSETS
1- Cash = % of sales
2- A/R DOH
3- Inventory DOH
4- R/M
5- F/G
6- Advance payment DOH
7- Sundry Current Assets
NCA
8- Investments,
9- Due from sis,
10- deferred tax assets,
11- Prepaid &
12- other Non-Current Assets
PLANT
13- Fix Ass
14- Accumulated depreciation
15- Construction in progress
CURRENT LIABILITIES
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16- Short term borrowing Exist
17- Short term borrowing New
18- A/P. DOH
19- Tax payables
20- A/E DOH
21- Down payment DOH
22- Div payable
23- Other currents liabilities
24- Deferred taxes
25- Common stock
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New money need and new debt:
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