Record Dividend Income In 2023, Saratoga’s NAV Reaches IDR 48.9 Trillion

Jakarta, March 18, 2024
During 2023, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) successfully optimized the performance of its portfolio companies resulting in strong dividend and divestment outcomes, as reflected in Saratoga’s dividend and divestment cash flow at the end of the year which reached its highest level at IDR 3.9 trillion.

Saratoga Investment Director Devin Wirawan said that 2023 was an especially important period for Saratoga to carry out its strategy as an investment company. In addition to encouraging dividend increases amid dynamic market conditions, Saratoga successfully divested and monetized mature portfolios and generated maximum returns for the company.

“We are grateful that in 2023, Saratoga achieved a record high total dividend income from the
portfolio compan ies , thus making the company’s liquidity very strong. With these cash funds, we have ample capacity to undertake various investment strateg ies , both in 2023 and in the years to come,” said Devin through an official statement in Jakarta on Monday, March 18, 2024.

With the support of a strong balance sheet, Saratoga also carried out its investment strategy in 2023 by increasing its stake in PT MGM Bosco Logistik (MBL) to become the majority shareholder.

Devin stated that in 2023, Saratoga recorded a Net Asset Value (NAV) of IDR 48.9 trillion. The NAV decreased by 20 percent compared to 2022. “The commodity price volatility throughout 2023 has impacted the share prices of Saratoga’s main portfolio companie s, namely PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk ticker code: ADRO) and PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk ticker code: MDKA). A s a result , the share price fluctuations impacted Saratoga’s NAV at the end of last year,” explained Devin.

According to Devin,
ADRO and MDKA’s strong business fundamentals will allow them to achieve sustainable and profitable growth. Moreover, the two entities are currently positioned in several strategic sectors, namely coal, gold, and nickel commodities as well as downstream businesses, which have a direct impact on global and domestic economies.

Saratoga Finance Director Lany D. Wong revealed that Saratoga successfully strengthened its internal liquidity in 2023. This was reflected in the reduction of debt position, which resulted in interest costs decreasing by 49 percent in 2023. This success is in line with the company’s efforts to manage capital prudently amid the ongoing high global interest rate environment.

“As of December 31, 2023, we have reduced Saratoga’s net debt by 62 percent to IDR 263 billion, compared to IDR 688 billion in the previous year. Moreover, we succeeded in maintaining a healthy level of cost and debt ratio s . Operating cost to NAV was stable at 0.5 percent and loan to value was 0.4 percent compared to 1.1 percent in 2022,” Lany explained.

Lany stated that this year, Saratoga would continue to be active in implementing its investment
strategies . This step is in line with Indonesia’s projected economic growth, which remains positive. The peaceful end of the general election process in February also provided good capital for business stakeholders to continue investing and developing their businesses.

“We will remain focused on increasing investment s in economic sectors that make major contributions to the Indonesian economy. One strategy is by strengthening investments in existing portfolios or adding new portfolios which have good business growth prospects in the long term,” Lany concluded.

Saratoga Portfolio Company Update

Listed Companies

  1. PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk ticker code: ADRO)

    In 2023, ADRO continued to have positive performance. It recorded a coal production volume of 65.9 million tons, growing five percent year on year (yoy) with sales volume up seven percent yoy to 65.7 million tons. The achievement was above the 2023 target of 62 64 million tons.

    ADRO posted revenue in 2023 of USD 6.5 billion, down 20 percent yoy with operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) reaching USD 2.6 billion, down 49 percent yoy. This was due to a 26 percent yoy decline in average coal sales price in 2023.

    Nevertheless, ADRO’s balance sheet remained at a healthy level with a net cash position of USD 1.9 billion in 2023.

    Throughout last year, ADRO successfully carried out several corporate actions, including the groundbreaking of the Mentarang Induk hydropower project in North Kalimantan in March 2023. The power plant will generate 1,375 megawatts (MW) of electricity with an estimated investment of USD 2.6 billion. It is operated under PT Kayan Hydropower Nusantara (KHN), which is owned by ADRO (50 percent), Sarawak Energy Berhad (25 percent), and PT Kayan Patria Pratama (25 percent).

    Furthermore, in May 2023, it obtained a loan of USD 1.6 billion and IDR 2.5 trillion for the construction of an aluminum smelter.

  2. PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk ticker code: MDKA)

    In 2023, MDKA recorded an increase in gold production to 138, 666 ounces (oz), up 11 percent on an annual basis. While the average gold sales price also increased by eight percent yoy to USD 1,939/oz. Copper production fell 35 percent yoy to 12,7 06 ton s due to temporary delays in explosive shipments. Copper production has already shown recovery in the fourth quarter (Q4) of 2023.

    Meanwhile, nickel commodity in 2023 consisted of nickel matte production reaching 30,3 33 tons, while NPI production increased 68 percent yoy to 65, 1 1 7 tons as a result of the PT Zhao Hui Nickel ( ZHN smelter commissioning. The Sulawesi Cahaya Mineral (SCM) Mine will supply about half of the nickel ore demand from PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk (stock code: MBMA)’s smelter by 2024, thereby reducing the impact of fluctuations in global nickel prices.

    SCM Mine ore shipments jumped from 4 3 989 tons in the third quarter (Q3) of 2023 to 2.9 million tons in Q4 of 2023. SCM targets nickel ore sales of 15 million tons in 2024 (four million tons of saprolite and 11 million tons of limonite).

    In April 2023, one of MDKA’s subsidiaries, PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk. ticker code: MBMA successfully completed its Initial Public Offering (IPO) on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). Priced at IDR 795 per share, the IPO received staunch support from domestic and foreign investors, regional sovereign wealth funds, and strategic investors. The offering involved the issuance of 11.6 billion new shares, wit h a total new capital of IDR 9.2 trillion, equivalent to 10.7 percent of total outstanding shares.

    MBMA successfully executed a series of corporate actions:

    MBMA announced plans to develop a High Pressure Acid Leaching (HPAL) plant at Konawe Indonesia Industrial Estate in Sulawesi, Indonesia. The HPAL project will produce an equivalent of 120,000 tons of nickel per year, which will be divided into two phases. MBMA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Ningbo Brunp Contemporary Amperex Co. Ltd., an affiliate of Brunp CATL for the first phase.

    In June 2023, MBMA acquired a 60 percent stake (40 percent Tsingshan) in PT Huaneng Metal Industry (HNMI) for USD 75 million. It is a high grade nickel matte (HGNM) conversion facility located within the Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP). HNMI processes low grade nickel matte (LGNM) into HGNM containing 70 percent nickel. The annual production capacity is 50,000 tons per year.

    In September 2023, MBMA signed a definitive agreement with GEM to build an HPAL plant with a capacity of 30,000 tons of nickel contained in mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP) per

    The HPAL plant will be built in the Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) and operated under PT ESG New Energy Material a joint venture of MBMA and GEM with a commissioning target of late 2024 for stage 1 and mid 2025 for stage 2. The plant will also purchase and process nickel laterite ore from MBMA’s SCM Mine under a 20 year supply agreemen t.

  3. PT Samator Indo Gas Tbk ticker code: AGII)

    In March 2023, CVC Capital Partners, through Matrix Company Limited, acquired a significant minority stake (32.3 percent) in AGII from existing shareholders for approximately USD 155 million. Leveraging CVC’s global network and experience, including its gl obal knowledge transfer and best practice sharing, will significantly benefit AGII.

    AGII held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new factory project at Batang Integrated Industrial Estate (KITB) in Central Java. The plant will be AGII’s 56th plant and is scheduled for commission in Q4 of 2024. AGII signed a sale and purchase agreement with KCC Glass Corporation from South Korea in November 2022. KCC is also building a plant at the KITB, which is projected to be one of the largest plants in Southeast Asia.

Non Listed Companies :

  1. MGM Bosco Logistik (MBL)

    MBL is an end to end cold chain logistics service provider ranging from warehousing , transportation, to logistics solutions with more than 20 years of experience in the industry. MBL currently owns and manages four cold storage facilities with a total capacity of more than 35,000 pallet positions. The locations are spread across South Sumatra, West Java, East Java, and South Sulawesi.

    As one of the largest end to end cold chain logistics service providers in Indonesia, MBL operates nearly 1,000 refrigerated trucks equipped with thermo loggers and a GPS. The facility allows customers to monitor shipment status and product temperature.

    In line with Saratoga’s commitment to increase MBL’s business capacity, in 2023, Saratoga increased its shareholding in the company to become the majority shareholder.

  2. Bersama Digital Infrastructure Asia (BDIA)

    As part of BDIA, Bersama Digital Data Centers (BDDC) was launched in 2023, which owns and operates carrier neutral data centers within the city in several strategically connected locations in the Jakarta area.

    BDDC has acquired two sites: PT Rumah Data Kita (South Jakarta), which is still under construction, and PT PCDC Propco One AtriaDC (West Jakarta), which is operational. BDDC has a total design capacity of up to 60MW and occupies a data room area exceeding 20,000 square meters, with the potential to accommodate more than 9,000 racks.

  3. Xurya Daya Indonesia (Xurya)

    Xurya is a solar developer that is trusted by more than 100 companies to install and operate rooftop solar power plants on their buildings. The number of rooftop solar power plants in operation has reached 150 projects spread across 11 provinces in Indones ia. Xurya was recognized in the Forbes Asia “100 to Watch List”.

    Xurya has established a strategic partnership with PLN Icon Plus and PLN UID West Java. Together with PLN, Xurya will create a business collaboration plan for renewable energy utilization, provision of photovoltaic systems, energy management systems, carbo n management, and renewable energy certification.

    By 2023, Xurya successfully doubled its energy capacity with an estimated carbon offset of at least 54,000 tons of CO2 between January to December 2023.

    Throughout 2023, Xurya completed construction and operated 58 new projects at several locations, such as Trans Shopping Mall Group, Plaza Indonesia, PT Sariguna Primatirta (CLEO), PT Serena Indopangan Industri (Khong Guan Group), and Surabaya Islamic Hospital Jemursari.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
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Saratoga Posts IDR 49.8 Trillion of NAV in Q3-2023, Supported by Robust Cash Flow

Jakarta, October 30, 2023 – PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) has successfully maintained the stability of the company’s performance amidst market fluctuations as well as the dynamic domestic and global economic conditions. As of the third quarter of 2023 (Q3-2023), Saratoga booked IDR 2.9 trillion of cash flow from dividends, up 35 percent compared to the same period last year. Saratoga’s Net Asset Value (NAV) in Q3-2023 reached IDR 49.8 trillion.

Saratoga President Director Michael William P. Soeryadjaya stated that the dynamic global economy had impacted multiple business sectors across the globe, including Indonesia. Furthermore, energy and commodity prices continue to fluctuate with global inflation and interest rates remaining high. In response, Saratoga has implemented its investment strategy in a more prudent and disciplined manner, prioritizing strong cash flow management.

“We remain focused on increasing the value of Saratoga’s existing portfolio companies. We are certain that the new business lines being developed within our portfolio companies will continue to strengthen Saratoga’s investment fundamentals,” Michael said in an official statement in Jakarta, (30/10).

Among its strategic investments, Saratoga supports the business fortification of PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk. (MBMA), a subsidiary of MDKA that focuses on the electric vehicle battery supply chain. To further cement its position in the battery supply chain, MBMA has signed an agreement with GEM Co., Ltd. (GEM) to build a high-pressure acid leach (HPAL) processing plant with a production capacity of 30,000 tons of nickel in mixed hydroxide precipitate (MHP) annually.

The HPAL plant will be built in the Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) and operated under PT ESG New Energy Material – a joint venture between MDKA and GEM – with an operational target of late 2024 for phase 1 and mid-2025 for phase 2. The plant will also purchase and process laterite nickel ore from MBMA’s Sulawesi Cahaya Mineral (SCM) Mine under a 20-year supply agreement.

GEM is a global leader in renewable energy and waste recycling. It is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange (ticker code: 002340) and the SIX Swiss Exchange (ticker code: GEM) with a current market capitalization of approximately USD 4.4 billion.

“Additionally, Saratoga will continue to optimize every investment opportunity across strategic sectors that have a major impact on the sustainability of the national economy. These sectors include healthcare, consumer products, digital infrastructure, and renewable energy sectors,” Michael added.

PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. Investment Director Devin Wirawan explained that Saratoga’s performance had also been supported by optimal operational efficiency, as reflected in the low cost and debt ratio. As of Q3-2023, the annualized operating costs to NAV ratio stood at 0.5 percent, and the loan ratio was 0.3 percent, compared to 0.3 percent and 0.9 percent, respectively, in the same period last year.

“During this period, we have also successfully reduced our interest costs by 52 percent year-on-year (yoy) due to a decrease in net debt. Currently, Saratoga’s net debt is IDR 166 billion, down 72 % yoy from IDR 588 billion,” Devin explained.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Saratoga Booked IDR 1.5 trillion Dividend in Semester I-2023

Jakarta, July 28, 2023 – PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (ticker code: SRTG) has successfully strengthened its cash flow as a result of optimal investment strategy. Saratoga recorded dividend income of IDR 1.5 trillion in the first semester of 2023, up nine percent as compared to the same period last year. Saratoga’s portfolio companies have continued to record positive operational performance amid a dynamic and challenging capital market condition. This achievement is also an indication of Saratoga’s solid investment strategy.

As an investment company, Saratoga recorded a net asset value (NAV) of IDR 47.5 trillion in the first half of 2023. Supported by strong cash flow, Saratoga was able to distribute cash dividends of IDR 1 trillion for fiscal year 2022, translating to approximately IDR 75 per share and a dividend yield of 4.4 percent. The cash dividend marked a 28 percent increase from the previous year’s dividend, which was IDR 810 billion, or IDR 60 per share.

Saratoga Investment Director Devin Wirawan stated that the increase in dividend income from portfolio companies further strengthened Saratoga’s performance in terms of stable and growing cash flow. “The company’s disciplined implementation of investment strategies drives the value accretion of our overall portfolio. We consistently optimize every new investment opportunity as a strategic step to maintain long-term growth in portfolio value,” said Devin through an official statement in Jakarta, (28/7).

According to Devin, as a country with steadily growing population, abundant natural resources, and positive economic growth, Indonesia continues to offer promising investment prospects. Therefore, Saratoga will continue to strengthen its investment in sectors that are strategically important in driving Indonesia’s economic growth going forward.

“The company is committed to enhancing its existing investment portfolio, especially in digital infrastructure and renewable energy, and diversifying into other sectors including healthcare and consumer product through collaboration with strategic partners. We believe these initiatives will provide positive and sustainable results,” he added.

Saratoga Finance Director Lany D. Wong revealed that throughout the first semester of 2023, Saratoga was able to maintain healthy cost and debt ratios with operational costs at 0.5 percent of NAV and loan to value of 1.1 percent. “In addition to strong cash flow, this achievement was also attributed to Saratoga’s prudent approach in operations and capital management.” she added.

In the midst of high interest rate climate, Saratoga successfully reduced interest costs in the first half of 2023 by 53 percent as compared to first half of 2022, through debt reduction initiative. The company’s net debt position in this period was IDR 507 billion, against IDR 688 billion at the end of 2022.

Lany explained that during this period, share prices in a number of Saratoga’s listed portfolios experienced a decline, including PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk. (ticker code: ADRO) and PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (ticker code: MDKA). This impacted the NAV value and the company’s profit/loss position. However, Lany emphasized that the recorded losses in the first half of 2023 were mostly unrealized and were only recorded on the profit/loss statement.

“As an investment company, Saratoga always adjusts the value of each portfolio on a mark to market basis. With the company’s strong liquidity, we are optimistic that we would be able to take advantage of new investment opportunities to create value for shareholders through growth in NAV and dividend distribution,” Lany explained.

The value of Saratoga’s listed portfolios are affected by various factors including rising inflation, interest rates, and commodity prices movements. Saratoga always prepares a comprehensive and measured strategy to adapt to any challenging situations.

Investment Company Corporation Action

PT Merdeka Battery Materials Tbk. (ticker code: MBMA)

  • In June 2023, MBMA acquired a 60 percent stake in PT Huaneng Metal Industry (HNMI), a high-grade nickel matte (HGNM) conversion facility located in Indonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP). HNMI processes low grade nickel matte (LGNM) produced by the RKEF smelter and produces HGNM products containing more than 70 percent nickel.
  • This acquisition will strengthen MBMA’s cash flow and generate additional profit margins from the sale of nickel matte, which is the main raw material for battery precursors and class 1 nickel products (99.8 percent nickel content).

Bersama Digital Infrastructure Asia Pte. Ltd. (BDIA)

  • In May 2023, BDIA launched Bersama Digital Data Centers (BDDC), an in-town data center platform that serves as a hub of interconnectivity, equipped with an integrated digital ecosystem.
  • As a data center platform, BDDC already has two in-town data centers located in Daan Mogot and MT Haryono, with a total capacity of more than 60MW.
  • BDDC has a data hall area of 20,000 square meters with a potential capacity of over 9,000 racks.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Saratoga’s Reached a Record High Dividend Income of Rp 2.6 Trillion in 2022, With NAV Growing by 8% to Rp 60.9 Trillion

Jakarta, March 13, 2023 – PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (ticker code: SRTG), an active investment company, recorded a Net Asset Value (NAV) of IDR 60.9 trillion in 2022, an increase of approximately eight percent from IDR 56.3 trillion in 2021. The strong NAV growth, despite pressures from multiple economic factors over the past year, is proof of the solid investment strategy and the robust business fundamentals within Saratoga’s investment portfolio.

Saratoga President Director Michael William P. Soeryadjaya explained that in 2022, dividends earned from portfolio companies reached IDR 2.6 trillion. This achievement reflects an increase of 57 percent on a year-on-year basis and is the highest dividend income ever for Saratoga.  PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk. (ADRO) and PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX) contributed the largest dividends last year.

“We would like to express our appreciation for the outstanding performance of our investment portfolios – such as ADRO, MDKA, TBIG, MPMX, as well as our other portfolios – for successfully optimizing available business opportunities and generating record dividend income for Saratoga. The positive NAV growth and dividend yield are also a testament to the capability of Saratoga’s human resources, as they were able to adapt the company’s investment strategy amidst an unfavorable economic climate and volatile capital market in 2022,” explained Michael William P. Soeryadjaya in an official statement in Jakarta on Monday (13/3).

Michael said that amid surging inflation and rising interest rates, both globally and domestically, Saratoga reduced its debt to IDR 1.6 trillion in 2022, down more than 60 percent compared to 2021. This also resulted in the company’s low net debt of IDR 688 billion. As a result of solid and prudent cashflow management, Saratoga is in a favorable position to participate in quality investment opportunities that are in line with the company’s investment DNA.

“Saratoga closed 2022 with solid capital reserves, giving the company ample room to execute its investment strategy. Our hope is that the growth of Saratoga’s investment portfolio will continue to contribute to economic development and create more jobs for Indonesia,” Michael said.

Saratoga Director of Investment Devin Wirawan stated that amid various economic pressures and increasing investment volatility across the globe, management has successfully maintained both the operating expense and debt position within the favorable limits in 2022. The ratio of operating expense to NAV was 0.4 percent, while the ratio of loan to NAV decreased significantly to 1.1 percent from 5.8 percent in 2021.

“The success of maintaining healthy cost and debt position indicates that proper investment planning, supported by efficient, prudent, and measured capital management, have enabled Saratoga to achieve solid performance in a highly challenging year. Saratoga’s well-rounded experience and ability to execute investment strategies during the COVID-19 pandemic in the past three years have also driven the company’s NAV to a record high in 2022,” Devin added.

SARATOGA’S 2022 INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

Public Companies

  • PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk. (ticker code: ADRO)

    In 2022, ADRO successfully recorded its all-time highest net profit of USD 2.49 billion, or around IDR 38 trillion. The 167 percent increase compared to 2021 was driven by increased sales volume and high average coal prices throughout 2022.

    As a result of its brilliant performance, ADRO announced its largest interim dividend of USD 500 million for the 2022 financial year. This is an increase of 67 percent from the 2021 interim dividend of USD 300 million.

    ADRO also successfully listed its non-coal thermal business unit, PT Adaro Minerals Indonesia Tbk. (ADMR) on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX). ADMR is the operator of the metallurgical coal production and aluminum smelter projects. Metallurgical coal is a key component in the production of stainless steel, while aluminum is used in solar panels and electric vehicles, among others. Hence, playing an instrumental role in driving the green energy transition.

    In November 2022, ADMR signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai) for the provision of a steady supply of aluminum. Both companies agreed to form a comprehensive partnership for the production and supply of aluminum with a potential volume of 50,000-100,000 metric tons per year for Hyundai.

  • PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (ticker code: MDKA)

    In 2022, MDKA acquired a world-class nickel mine and nickel smelter project, consolidated under the Merdeka Battery Materials (MBM) entity. Its assets include:

    1. Sulawesi Cahaya Mineral (SCM) Nickel Mine, one of the world’s largest undeveloped nickel resources. The Joint Ore Reserve Committee (JORC)’s total resources amount to over 1.1 billion dmt at 1.22 percent Ni, containing 13.8Mt of nickel, and at 0.08 percent Co, containing 1.0Mt of cobalt;
    2. Cahaya Smelter Indonesia (CSI) and Bukit Smelter Indonesia (BSI), two rotary kiln-electric furnace (RKEF) nickel smelters that are operational and cash-flow generating with a combined production capacity of 38 ktpa of nickel;
    3. Zhao Hui Nickel (ZHN), currently building an RKEF nickel smelter with an installed capacity of 50ktpa and aiming to start operation in July 2023;
    4. Acid Iron Metal (AIM), which will process pyrite ore from the Wetar Copper Mine and produce steam, sulfuric acid and iron, as well as gold and silver. Demand for sulfuric acid is expected to increase significantly, driven by the construction of additional high-pressure acid leach (HPAL) plants in Indonesia. AIM’s first production is expected to commence in the second half of 2023;
    5. Indonesia Konawe Industrial Park (IKIP), a joint venture with Tsingshan to develop a downstream nickel processing industrial zone within SCM’s area (IUP).

    Last year, MDKA successfully issued 1.2 billion new shares, raising a total of USD 235 million in funds. Through this corporate action, Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Ltd. (CATL) has become MDKA’s strategic partner with a five percent stake in the company. CATL is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of lithium-ion batteries and is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange.

    The partnership has created opportunities for joint investment in mineral resources for the battery metal value chain, such as nickel, cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese, and aluminum.

  • PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (ticker code: MPMX)

    In May 2022, MPMX developed a strategic partnership with CARRO, the largest and fastest-growing used car market in Southeast Asia. CARRO invested IDR 784 billion through the acquisition of a 50 percent stake in MPMRent, one of MPMX’s business units.

    CARRO is poised to bring technology and digitization capabilities (e.g., Big Data, AI, and relevant pricing algorithms) to create Indonesia’s only integrated online and offline automotive ecosystem. It will offer complete products and services, ranging from marketplace, leasing, and financing to insurance, serving both B2B and B2C markets.

    The strategic partnership with CARRO continues to create new synergy and bring forth future initiatives, including:

    1. Integration of CARRO’s wholesale business into the MPMRent Auction, which is already taking place;
    2. Exploration of new initiatives: electric vehicle leasing and subscription models;
    3. Optimization of potential for collaboration opportunities in automotive insurance and financing products.
  • PT Samator Indo Gas Tbk. (ticker code: AGII)

    In December 2022, the company changed its name from Aneka Gas Industri to PT Samator Indo Gas Tbk. This strategy expects to bring Samator closer to the public and increase recognition of its products in the market.

    In November 2022, AGII began construction of a new factory in the Batang Integrated Industrial Zone (KITB), Central Java, targeting commission in the next 18-24 months. This was done after the signing of a sale and purchase agreement with KCC Glass Corporation of South Korea. KCC is building a factory in KITB, which is projected to be one of the largest in Southeast Asia.

    In August 2022, AGII started operations of its oxygen plant in Bangka Belitung for PT Timah Tbk. (TINS)’s tin refining smelter.

  • PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (ticker code: TBIG)

    TBIG successfully operated 21,700 telecommunication tower sites and served approximately 40,700 customers until the third quarter of 2022. This is promising growth compared to the end of 2021, where the number of tower sites owned by TBIG was 20,600 with a total of 39,100 customers.

    In an effort to manage its financial flow in an efficient and disciplined manner, TBIG also successfully issued three rupiah-denominated bonds with a total value of IDR 5.4 trillion.

Private Companies

  • AtriaDC

    AtriaDC owns and operates Indonesia’s scalable, purpose-built in-town data center. AtriaDC also has land reserve assets that can accommodate a total designed capacity of up to 33 megawatt (MW).

    AtriaDC provides flexibility and scalability for customer companies to connect with the global ecosystem and deliver world-class digital experience to their partners and end users. AtriaDC is strategically located near major Internet exchanges and end users, enabling low-latency connectivity that creates the best end-user experience.

  • City Vision

    In 2022, City Vision successfully launched Indonesia’s most prestigious LED network, the Iconic Bundaran HI (Hotel Indonesia) Digital Network. It is a new network of five digital displays adorning the facades and interiors of the luxurious Plaza Indonesia and the legendary Grand Hyatt Hotel.

    Spanning 800 square meters, the iconic Bundaran HI Digital Network allows unlimited reach to the capital’s population of over 12 million. Tailor-made for brand leaders and renowned brands, the HI Roundabout Digital Network becomes the fourth large-scale digital display that City Vision has unveiled since 2019.

  • Forest Carbon

    Forest Carbon is a premium carbon project developer founded in 2012. The company was built to benefit local communities, biodiversity, and investors through a proven business model.

    Forest Carbon’s mission is to create a globally significant climate and ecological impact through the protection of Indonesia’s rainforests and peatlands, which make up one-third of the world’s peatlands. The company specializes in the full cycle of carbon project development, from securing investment, designing and implementing projects, to securing carbon sales and running sustainable businesses.

    Forest Carbon’s flagship project includes the Sumatra Merang peatland project, which is now a successful business model for peatland restoration. The sale of carbon credits from the project to major global companies has funded operations and increased forest coverage in the project area by 23 percent. The flagship project also protects endangered species, such as the Sumatran tiger, and supports the advancement of local communities through the provision of health, education, and employment opportunities.

  • Xurya

    Xurya has successfully completed additional Series A funding, bringing its total Series A funding round to USD 33 million. To strengthen the market, Xurya also developed strategic partnerships with Mitsui Co., Ltd. and PT Surya Semesta Internusa Tbk. (SSIA).

    In 2022, Xurya won 1st place in the G20 Digital Innovation Network 2022 for the Green and Renewable Energy category, representing Indonesia among other G20 countries.

    Throughout 2022, Xurya opened new branch offices in Medan, Surabaya, and Semarang. The company also completed 28 projects at several large companies, such as Bungasari Flour Mills (FKS Group), Quty Karunia (IKEA supplier), Arwana Citramulia Tbk., Unicharm Indonesia Tbk., Santika Banyuwangi and Palembang Hotels – as well as at the Java Integrated Industrial and Port Estate (JIIPE).

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
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Solid Investment Portfolio Fundamentals, Saratoga’s NAV Up 42 Percent in Q3 2022

Jakarta – PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG), an active investment company has booked strong performance amid the turbulent global and domestic economic conditions. By the end of the third quarter (Q3) of 2022, Saratoga recorded IDR 64.9 trillion in Net Asset Value (NAV). The achievement represents a 42 percent year-on-year increase compared to the same period in 2021 with NAV of IDR 45.8 trillion.

Saratoga President Director Michael William P. Soeryadjaya explained that Saratoga’s NAV growth amid the high global volatility showed that the Company’s investment strategy had been executed effectively. This is further reflected in Saratoga’s ability to post a net profit – attributable to shareholders – of IDR 7.1 trillion over the first nine months of 2022. In Q3 2022 alone, the Company succeeded in generating IDR 3.8 trillion in net profit, a significant improvement from the net loss of IDR 253 billion in Q2 2022.

“Solid dividend income and investment portfolio value accretion have served as the main catalysts in strengthening Saratoga’s fundamentals through the end of September 2022. We strive to maintain this growth momentum and optimize the performance of each investment portfolio to ensure sustainable positive trajectory and meaningful contribution to Indonesia’s economic growth,” Michael William P. Soeryadjaya explained in a formal statement in
Jakarta on Monday (31/10).

By the end of Q3 2022, Saratoga recorded dividend income of IDR 1.4 trillion, 58 percent higher compared to the same period in 2021. The dividend was largely attributed to PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk. (ADRO), PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX), and PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (TBIG).

“We are optimistic that Indonesia can continue to create investment opportunities with promising growth potential in the long term. Equipped with long-term experience in project executions and capable human resources, Saratoga is more than ready to move forward with our investments in several strategic sectors, such as digital infrastructure, healthcare services, renewable energy, and consumer goods,” Michael said.

Debt Reduction

Amid the upward trend of inflation and surging interest rates across the globe, including in Indonesia, the Company has continued to solidify its balance sheet through a debt reduction strategy and operational efficiency. By the end of Q3 2022, Saratoga had successfully deleveraged its debt position further by 29 percent to IDR 1.7 trillion compared to IDR 2.4 trillion in the first semester of 2022.

The debt reduction is part of the Company’s efforts to maintain operational efficiency and keep the debt and cost ratios at a healthy level. By the end of Q3 2022, Saratoga had recorded an annualized operating costs-to-NAV ratio of 0.3 percent and a loan-to-value ratio of 0.9 percent.

Saratoga Investment Director Devin Wirawan disclosed that Saratoga’s liquidity remained strong where the cash balance at the end of Q3 2022 stood at IDR 1.1 trillion. “Backed by strong liquidity and low debt ratio, Saratoga will be able to optimize each investment opportunity that becomes available to us. We are exploring several investment opportunities that are aligned with Saratoga’s business strategy,” Devin concluded.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Saratoga Booked IDR 1.4 Trillion in Dividend Income, and Its NAV Reached IDR 60 Trillion by the First Semester of 2022

Jakarta, July 29 2022—PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (ticker code: SRTG) has successfully optimized its investment growth in line with the economic recovery. In the first semester of 2022, Saratoga has posted a dividend income of IDR 1.4 trillion, up by 58 percent compared to IDR 866 billion in the first semester of 2021. The dividend income was largely contributed by PT Adaro Energi Indonesia Tbk. (ADRO) and PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX). Meanwhile, the increase in the value of its portfolio companies has propelled Saratoga’s Net Asset Value (NAV) to IDR 60 trillion, a 29 percent growth compared to the NAV in June 2021 (IDR 46.5 trillion).

Saratoga’s President Director Michael William P. Soeryadjaja explained that the consistent growth in NAV further underlined the Company’s success in implementing its investment strategy across different economic conditions. The strong performance of Saratoga’s portfolio companies that is in line with the economic recovery also demonstrated that Saratoga’s investments play a key role in Indonesia’s economic growth.

“We believe that Saratoga’s portfolio still has a vast potential for growth, which will ensure that the Company’s investment value will continue to increase. Saratoga will also continue to invest in strategic sectors that have broad impact to the nation’s economic revival,” Michael explained in an official statement in Jakarta (29/7).

Saratoga has taken several steps to optimize future investment opportunities. Among them, Saratoga has divested 3 percent of the Company’s shares in PT Tower Bersama Infrastruktur Tbk. (TBIG), valued at IDR 2.2 trillion, to Digital Bersama Infrastructure Asia Pte. Ltd. (BDIA). The divestment is part of an internal restructuring initiative carried out by Saratoga, together with Provident Group, to strengthen its investment strategy in the digital infrastructure sector, which includes telecommunication tower, fiber optic, and data center. Following the divestment of TBIG shares, Saratoga now owns 35.2 percent of BDIA and 9.3 percent of TBIG through a wholly owned subsidiary.

“The divestment of TBIG shares to BDIA is to strengthen the strategy and execution of Saratoga’s investment plans, including the collaboration with new partners. As part of the restructuring, we have successfully signed a partnership with Macquarie Asset Management as our strategic partner at BDIA,” said Michael.

New Investments

Saratoga’s Investment Director Devin Wirawan said that during the first semester of 2022, Saratoga has made several new investments to expand its portfolio. This includes investment into AtriaDC, a green in-town data center. Saratoga’s investment in AtriaDC is a form of our commitment and support for the acceleration of digitalization needed to promote Indonesia’s economic growth.

Saratoga has also made a new investment in Forest Carbon, a premium carbon project developer that was founded in 2012. Forest Carbon conserves forests and wetlands from deforestation, protects biodiversity, and empowers local communities, ensuring their prosperity and well-being. These activities generate carbon credits that can be utilized by leading global companies to support the fight against climate change.

The carbon credit business is one of the many emerging new industries, considering Indonesia’s large carbon reserves, which include abundant rainforests and critical wetland areas, where Indonesia constitutes one third of all peatlands in the world.

“Forest Carbon’s projects have been successful in restoring peatlands, protecting endangered species including the Sumatran tiger, and supporting local communities by providing health, education, and job opportunities. Protecting and preserving Indonesia’s nature is an important investment for Saratoga, as the implications of these efforts also help mitigate climate change,” said Devin.

Devin affirmed that Saratoga’s investment would continue to prioritize the principles of prudence, discipline, measured, and efficiency. This is reflected in the ratio of the Company’s annualized operating expenses to NAV at a mere 0.3 percent and the net debt to NAV ratio only at 0.5 percent. By the end of the first semester, Saratoga’s net debt stood at IDR 296 billion, a significant reduction from IDR 3 trillion at the end of the first quarter of 2022. Thanks to the Company’s efficiency and strong portfolio performance, Saratoga managed to strengthen its financial position in the first semester of 2022.

“Efficiencies in operating costs and borrowing costs are also part of Saratoga’s investment strategy. With the current debt position, Saratoga is fundamentally in a much stronger position to deploy more investments in the future,” concluded Devin.

Corporate Actions of Investment Portfolios

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (MDKA)

  • MDKA has increased its indirect ownership in two Rotary Kiln Electric Furnace (RKEF) smelters already in operation, namely Cahaya Smelter Indonesia and Bukit Smelter Indonesia. Investments in the two companies were carried out by MDKA’s subsidiary, PT Hamparan Logistik Nusantara (HLN), which increased its ownership from 28.4 percent and 49.0 percent to 50.1 percent in both entities.
  • HLN has also acquired a 50.1 percent stake in PT Zhao Hui Nickel, which is currently building a four-line RKEF smelter located in Indonesia’s Morowali Industrial Park that is targeted to be commissioned by 2023.
  • Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd. (CATL) has become a strategic partner of MDKA with a current ownership stake of 5 percent in the company. CATL is a global leader in lithium-ion battery development and manufacturing and is listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. Together with MDKA, CATL will explore investments in mineral resources for the battery metal value chain, such as nickel, cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese, and aluminum.

PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX)

  • To optimize opportunities in the automotive business, MPMX has established a strategic partnership with CARRO, the largest and fastest-growing used car marketplace in South East Asia, where CARRO has acquired a 50 percent stake in MPMRent for IDR784bn.
  • The synergy between MPMRent and CARRO will drive technology-based business optimization and digitization such as Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, and relevant pricing algorithms. The objective is to create an integrated online and offline automotive ecosystem by offering a comprehensive line up of products and services ranging from marketplace, rentals, financing, to insurance for the B2B and B2C markets.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Saratoga Recorded Positive NAV Growth in Q1 2022

Jakarta, April 26 2022 –PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (ticker code: SRTG) booked a solid Net Asset Value (NAV) achievement of IDR 60.9 trillion in Q1 2022. The Company’s NAV grew 89 percent compared to IDR 32.3 trillion in Q1 2021 and higher than Saratoga’s NAV at the end of 2021 at IDR 56.3 trillion. Saratoga also posted net profit attributable to shareholders of IDR 3.6 trillion, a 208 percent year-on-year (yoy) increase. Most of which was contributed by unrealized increase in portfolio value.

Saratoga President Director Michael William P Soeryadjaja explained that the market value of the Company’s investment portfolio had continued to strengthen, continuing the trajectory from the second semester of 2021. The increase in share price of PT Adaro Energy Indonesia Tbk. (ADRO) and PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (MDKA) became the main catalyst for the rising Company’s NAV in Q1 2022.

“In the first quarter of 2022, Saratoga received dividend income of IDR 141 billion from PT Provident Agro Tbk. (PALM) and Deltomed. The Company’s positive performance at the beginning of the year further reflects Saratoga’s optimal investment strategy in key sectors that drive Indonesia’s economic growth,” said Michael in an official statement in Jakarta, (26/04)

Michael said that entering 2022, the economy still had to weather multiple challenges. The ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and fluctuations in energy prices have caused escalating inflation concerns in most countries across the globe, including Indonesia. As an active investment company, Saratoga continues to monitor the current situation, considering the trend of rising prices for staple goods and increasing domestic inflation.

“Currently, one of Saratoga’s main priorities is ensuring efficient and effective allocation of resources to support our business strategy. Saratoga strives to maintain the cost and debt ratio at a healthy level, where we record annualized operating costs to NAV at 0.3 percent and net debt value at 4.7 percent of NAV,” he revealed.

Saratoga Investment Director Devin Wirawan added that with the current dynamic situation, the company would continue to focus its investment in a number of strategic sectors. These include the digital technology, healthcare, renewable energy, and consumer related sectors that have continued to grow rapidly since the pandemic occurred more than two years ago.

According to Devin, Saratoga allocates around USD 100-150 million yearly to support existing portfolio and investment in new companies. This year, the Company is focusing on the digital technology, healthcare, renewable energy, and consumer related sectors, as the potential for these sectors remains very promising in the long term.

“Every investment will be carried out in a measurable, disciplined manner, and in sectors that contribute to national economic growth. As the Company is in a sound fiscal position, we are optimistic

that we can maximize every investment opportunity that provides optimal growth to the company’s value for the long term,” added Devin.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and investing in innovative companies with high growth potential across Southeast Asia. The company has a strong track record of identifying, developing, and creating value from the companies in which we invest.

Our investment strategy has been refined to adapt to the changing times, evolving from our initial focus on natural resources, infrastructure, and consumer sectors to our participation in other new emerging sectors, including the rapidly expanding digital technology sector that has grown to become a major main driver of Indonesia’s sustainable economic growth.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading world-class active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Supported by National Economic Recovery, Saratoga’s NAV Grows Positively in 2021

Jakarta, March 14, 2022 – PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG), an active Indonesia-based investment company, has booked the highest Net Asset Value (NAV) in the company’s history, amounting to IDR 56.3 trillion, in large due to increase in the unrealized mark-to-market value of the company’s portfolio. This figure is an increase of 78 percent from the company’s NAV of IDR 31.7 trillion in 2020.

Saratoga President Director Michael William P. Soeryadjaya said that Saratoga’s portfolio companies’ ability to tap into opportunities during the national economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021 was key to the stellar performance of the company. Supported by strong fundamentals and a strategic business sector, the share prices for the majority of Saratoga’s portfolio soared last year.

“One of the factors that contributed to the growth of Saratoga’s NAV last year was the surge in share prices of virtually our entire investment portfolio especially PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (TBIG), PT Adaro Energy Tbk. (ADRO), PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (MDKA), and PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX),” Michael said in an official statement in Jakarta on Monday, March 14, 2022.

Michael explained that the increase in share price was in line with the solid financial performance. This is evident from the contributions of the companies to Saratoga’s dividend income, which reached IDR 1.65 trillion throughout 2021, up 120 percent from 2020’s IDR 750 billion.

“We appreciate the strategic and tactical steps taken by Saratoga portfolio companies, as it has allowed them to optimize the momentum of economic growth, which has continued to gain traction since last year. Moving forward, Saratoga will continue to be actively involved in the process of growing and strengthening the business fundamentals of each of the companies in our investment,” Michael explained.

Investment in Start-ups

In accordance with Saratoga’s commitment to driving national economic growth, the company also continues to seek and optimize opportunities through new investments. In 2021, the company undertook a number of monumental steps by investing in three start-ups, namely Xurya Daya Indonesia (Xurya), SIRCLO, and Fuse. Saratoga also invested in the digital and advertising company, City Vision. Furthermore, by the end of December 2021, Saratoga had increased its stakes in PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX) and PT Aneka Gas Industri Tbk. (AGII) compared to 2020 – from 52.21 percent to 56.69 percent and from 8.39 percent to 9.31 percent, respectively.

Saratoga Investment Director Devin Wirawan explained that new investments, be that in a start-up or digital media, are further reflections of the company’s strategy in which it is actively tapping into the opportunities within the ever-growing digital and infrastructure sectors. Saratoga is also proactively assisting the new investment in developing their future strategies and executing their business plan in a measured and optimal manner.

“Throughout 2021, Saratoga’s total investments reached approximately IDR 1.32 trillion. We are confident that this investment strategy will be able to keep the company’s performance on a strong trajectory and sustain our business longevity,” he explained.

Devin also said that amid a highly dynamic economy in 2021, Saratoga did exceptionally well in maintaining its operating efficiency and strong balance sheet capability. “The ratio of our operating costs to NAV was 0.3 percent, while the loan ratio was around 5.8 percent. We will continue to ensure that there is further room for operating cost and borrowing cost efficiencies,” Devin added.

The following are the profiles of Saratoga’s new investee companies in 2021:

1City Vision
As the leading and most innovative outdoor media company in Indonesia, City Vision grows its business by providing in-depth brand recall and in-depth site effectiveness research products to both advertisers and advertising agencies. Armed with a digital creative team that has proven skills for the formulation of digital campaign strategies, City Vision is also a leader in public transport media (Transit). City Vision reaches the largest and busiest commuter line train station network in Jakarta, with potential passenger traffic of nearly 10 million people every week.
2Xurya Daya Indonesia (Xurya)
Xurya is a market-leading renewable energy company that provides industry players with an easy transition to solar energy through long-term leasing contracts. The company currently operates close to 60 rooftop solar assets, including another 38 sites still under construction, representing multiple consumer sectors, such as manufacturing, logistics, hotels, and shopping malls. As a company that focuses on supporting government initiatives to reduce carbon gas emissions, Xurya also offers a one-stop solution for solar power needs, which includes feasibility studies, installation to operation, and maintenance.
3SIRCLO
The company is Indonesia’s leading e-commerce solution that helps businesses venture into the online market. SIRCLO offers two categories of solutions, namely entrepreneur solutions (SIRCLO Store – a dashboard for online store management) and enterprise solutions (i.e. SIRCLO Commerce – e-commerce enabler services and technologies for omni-channel development via iCube). Currently, SIRCLO has served more than 100,000 brands for the development of their online business such as Unilever, Reckitt Benckiser, KAO, L’Oréal, and Levi’s.
4Fuse
The company is an insuretech platform, connecting various insurance products from numerous insurance companies to various distribution facilities, channels, and partners. Fuse, and the technology it develops, makes insurance more accessible, instantly available, and affordable for everyone.

2021 Performance of Investee Companies

PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (TBIG)

TBIG’s performance has increasingly gained momentum amid the wave of digitalization that has occurred since the COVID-19 pandemic in the last two years. Until the third quarter of 2021, TBIG had operated 20,000 sites with 38,000 tenants, an increase from 16,000 sites and 32,000 tenants in 2020.

In 2021, TBIG acquired 3,000 towers from PT Inti Bangun Sejahtera Tbk (IBST) that are valued at USD 280 million and funded using internal funding as well as bank facilities. In 2021, TBIG also issued two USD bonds worth a total of USD 650 million, both secured BBB- ratings by Fitch Ratings Ltd and five rupiah bonds totaling IDR 6.5 trillion.

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (MDKA)

In 2021, the company produced 124,730 oz. of gold, higher than the target of 100,000-120,000 oz. Meanwhile copper production reached 19,045 tons, a sharp increase compared to 5,377 tons in 2020. Copper production in 2021 also exceeded the company’s target of 15,500-18,500 tons.

MDKA’s 2021 consolidated revenue is valued at USD 381 million, up 18 percent compared to USD 322 million in 2020. The company’s EBITDA reached USD 221 million, an increase of 47 percent compared to USD 151 million in 2020.

In 2021 MDKA acquired a 50.1 percent stake in PT Andalan Bersama Investama, the owner of PT Gorontalo Sejahtera Mining (GSM). Following the transaction, MDKA gained control over the majority stake in the Pani Gold Project through PT Pani Bersama Jaya (PBJ) and GSM. The Pani Project is estimated to have a resource of 4.7 million ounces of gold with an annual production potential of 250,000 ounces over a 15-year span.

In December 2021, MDKA signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to engage in a strategic partnership with Hong Kong Brunp Catl Co. Ltd. (an affiliate of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co. Ltd.-CATL), focusing on the battery metal supply chain in Indonesia.

PT Adaro Energi Indonesia Tbk. (ADRO)

In 2021, the company’s operational EBITDA went up by 138 percent to USD 2.1 billion from USD 883 million in 2020. The 2021 EBITDA also exceeded the company’s target of USD 1.8-1.9 billion. ADRO’s core profit last year soared to USD 1.3 billion compared to USD 405 million in 2020.

The surge in coal prices from USD 80 per ton in early 2021 to USD 150 per ton at the end of the year provided a positive catalyst for ADRO’s performance. The high global demand for coal amid limited supply has been the driving factor for coal prices to continue breaking higher price levels globally.

In December 2021, ADRO acquired a 3.7 percent stake in PT Cita Mineral Investindo Tbk (CITA) – valued at IDR 359 billion. On the same day, the company also signed a Letter of Intention to Invest (LoI), worth a total of USD 728 million, to build an aluminum smelter in the world’s largest Green Industrial Park Indonesia (North Kalimantan), which was developed by PT Kalimantan Industrial Park Indonesia.

PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX)

MPMX booked double-digit revenue growth with a significant recovery in net profit in the first nine months of 2021. National sales of motorcycles went up to 5.1 million units in 2021 compared to 3.7 million units in 2020, contributing to MPMX’s growth, in addition to the company’s ability to implement cost efficiency and market optimization.

In 2021, MPMX released an internal Digital Transformation Program called MPMXplore to improve growth and unlock value from the business. Marking this nascent venture, MPMX expanded its offline auction (AUKSI) business into an online platform and also launched OtoDeals (www.otodeals.com), an innovative used car sales platform.

PT Aneka Gas Industri Tbk. (AGII)

In March 2021, the company completed the acquisition of 2 operating units, namely Cikande – Banten and Gresik – East Java from PT Samator with additional assets of IDR 600 billion. The acquisition aims to improve efficiency, increase market share, as well as accelerate revenue and profit growth.

Primaya Hospital

In 2021, Primaya Hospital launched five new hospitals, namely Primaya Bhakti Wara Hospital in Bangka Belitung, Primaya Hospital Sukabumi in West Java, Primaya Hospital Pasar Kemis in Banten, Primaya Hospital Semarang in Central Java, and Primaya Hospital PGI Cikini in Jakarta.

Primaya Hospital plans to open 3-4 new hospitals annually. This expansion has allowed Primaya Hospital to book strong financial performance in terms of revenue and EBITDA.

MGM Bosco Logistics (MBL)

MBL is a leading company providing truck-based cold-chain services and cold-storage services in Indonesia. In 2021, construction of the Mulia Bosco Utama (MBU) Phase Two-Bekasi cold storage facility was completed ahead of schedule in September 2021, adding approximately 30 percent of storage capacity to the existing facility.

Deltomed

In 2021, the company introduced three new herbal products to optimize market opportunities. These products are Antangin Goodnight, an herbal tablet that helps improve sleep quality, Antangin Habbatussauda (Black Seed) which treats cold symptoms while increasing immunity, and Kojima Candy, an herbal candy mixture (including Black Seed and honey). Deltomed posted strong double-digit revenue growth in 2021.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and exploring investment opportunities in Indonesia.

Saratoga focuses on investment opportunities in the early and growth stages, as well as in special conditions with an emphasis on sectors supporting economic growth in Indonesia such as consumers, infrastructure, and natural resources.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading active investment company and the partner of choice for both local and foreign investors seeking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For more information, please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com.

Or contact:

General :Financials:
Corporate SecretaryInvestor Relations
corporate.secretary@saratoga-investama.cominvestor.relations@saratoga-investama.com

Saratoga Investment Portfolio Enjoys Encouraging Growth, Books IDR 45.8 Trillion in Net Asset Value in Q3 2021

Jakarta, October 29, 2021 — PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya Tbk. (ticker code: SRTG) has successfully booked Net Asset Value (NAV) of IDR 45.8 trillion at the end of the third quarter of 2021. The NAV increased by 44.45 percent from IDR 31.7 trillion at the end of 2020. As of September 2021, Saratoga also posted a net profit of IDR 14.1 trillion – attributable to owners of the parent company. This is more than ten times compared to the performance of the first nine months of 2020, amounting to IDR 1.2 trillion.

Saratoga President Director Michael Soeryadjaya said that the promising economic recovery in 2021 had strengthened the company’s investment portfolio performance. This is consistent

with the gradual decline in the spread of the COVID-19 virus.

“The sustained momentum of Saratoga’s investment portfolio business fundamentals is the key to the Company’s positive performance in comparison to the same period in 2020. We are optimistic that the ongoing economic recovery and the highly encouraging success rate of the COVID-19 vaccination program will continue to strengthen our business portfolio going forward,” said Michael in an official statement in Jakarta (29/10).

Saratoga’s NAV growth this year is mainly attributable to the increase in share prices of PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (ticker code: TBIG), PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (ticker code: MDKA), PT Adaro Energy Tbk. (ticker code: ADRO), and PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (ticker code: MPMX).

The strength of Saratoga’s investment portfolio fundamentals also had an impact on the Company’s dividend income. As of the end of the third quarter of 2021, the Company recorded a dividend increase of 35.01 percent to IDR 871 billion, with the largest dividends contributed by ADRO, TBIG and MPMX.

Michael added that to optimize business opportunities, Saratoga had invested in new sectors,

particularly technology. The investments include SIRCLO, the leading e-commerce solution company in Indonesia and Fuse insurtech platform (insurance distribution channel technology), which aims to reach a wider insurance market in Indonesia.

“Our investment portfolio in the technology sector is a strategic initiative for Saratoga to optimize opportunities in the industry, which we project will continue to gain traction in the future. We will be actively involved in the development process and business strategy of the new investee companies,” Michael explained.

Supporting Investment Company Business Development

Saratoga Director of Investment Devin Wirawan added that amid today’s highly dynamic business challenges, Saratoga remained disciplined and consistently maintained operational efficiency. This includes maintaining the debt ratio of Loan to Value at a healthy level of 6.3 percent and operating costs at 0.4 percent of NAV.

“Our commitment is to ensure that Saratoga is able to execute each of its investment strategies efficiently. Saratoga consistently encourages our investee companies to make the most of every

business opportunity, allowing us to play an active role in Indonesia’s economic recovery,” added Devin.

A number of Saratoga investee companies continue to accelerate their business by carrying out expansions. Primaya Hospital – under PT Famon Awal Bros Sedaya – has opened five new hospitals since the beginning of the year. Primaya Hospital currently operates as many as 14 hospital units.

MDKA consistently shows promising progress in follow-up drilling at the Tujuh Bukit Copper Mine Project. The copper mine drilling was carried out in the southern and western ends of the Upper High Grade Zone.

In the automotive business, MPMX introduced OtoDeals or www.otodeals.com, an innovative used car sales platform, in September. The platform is designed to assist buyers in finding the right, high-quality, and guaranteed used cars according to their needs.

To tap into opportunities in the industrial gas sector, Saratoga increased its holding in PT Aneka Gas Industri Tbk. (ticker code: AGII) from 7.84 percent to 8.84 percent. This year, AGII has taken a series of strategic steps. For example, the company completed the acquisition of two business units from PT Samator worth IDR 600 billion. AGII is also set to supply industrial gas for the smelter owned by PT Timah Tbk. (ticker code: TINS) in the Province of Bangka Belitung Islands for 12 years.

“The initiatives and strategies of our investee companies will be instrumental in optimizing every business opportunity in the current economic recovery. Saratoga will fully support every investee company’s effort to increase company value and maintain business continuity in the long term,” said Devin.

NEW INVESTMENTS

SIRCLO

SIRCLO is a leading e-commerce solutions company in Indonesia which helps businesses enter the online market. SIRCLO offers solutions that are divided into two main categories: entrepreneurial and enterprise solutions. The company has served more than 100,000 brands to grow their online business.

Fuse

Fuse is an insurtech platform which connects various insurance products from many insurance companies with various distribution channels or partners. Fuse applies the latest cutting-edge technology to make insurance accessible, instantly available, and affordable for everyone.

INVESTEE COMPANIES’ PERFORMANCE

PT Tower Bersama Infrastructure Tbk. (TBIG)

In semester I-2021, TBIG succeeded in leveraging the operation of telecommunication sites to 19,709 locations with 37,232 tenants from 16,625 locations with 31,850 tenants at the end of 2020. In August 2021, TBIG also issued bonds worth IDR 1.2 trillion with a maturity date of August 2022 at an interest rate of 4.25 percent. Meanwhile, in September 2021, TBIG also received approval from EGMS to issue bonds denominated in foreign currencies with a total issuance value of up to USD 900 million, within 12 months of the approval date of the EGMS.

PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk. (MDKA)

In August 2021, MDKA reported encouraging results of the follow-up drilling of the Tujuh Bukit Copper Mine Project. The advanced drilling focused on testing the southern and western ends of the Upper High Grade Zone.

PT Adaro Energy Tbk. (ADRO)

Newcastle coal prices continued to strengthen from USD 87 per ton in the first quarter of 2021 to USD 114 per ton in the second quarter of 2021. Recently, coal prices have even hit their highest levels of above USD 200 per ton, due to limited supply. ADRO target coal production to reach 52 million-54 million tons for 2021.

PT Mitra Pinasthika Mustika Tbk. (MPMX)

In September 2021, MPMX introduced an innovative used car sales platform, OtoDeals (www.otodeals.com). This platform is designed to assist buyers in finding the right, high-quality and guaranteed used car according to their individual needs.

OtoDeals is set to provide a seamless online transaction experience when buying a used car, starting with a display of a quick search feature by comparing four used car units at once to see the specifications and condition of the cars in detail. In addition, there is a test-drive feature which allows users to order anywhere, at any time. There is also a “free home delivery” service – where used cars are sent directly to the consumer’s home.

The trend of national motorcycle sales also continued to see encouraging growth amid restrictions of social activities, where sales reached 1.3 million units in the third quarter of 2021 compared to 1.2 million in the second quarter of 2021. MPMX projects revenue in 2021 to grow by 20-25 percent. Thus, the Net Profit After Tax (NPAT) in 2021 is predicted to reach more than IDR 300 billion.

MGM Bosco Logistics

The construction of the second phase of the Mulia Bosco Utama Bekasi cold storage facility was completed in September 2021, earlier than the initial schedule, and has already accepted customers. The second phase of the cold storage development add about 30 percent to the storage capacity of the existing facilities.

MGM Bosco Logistics also reported positive performance in terms of revenue and EBITDA for the period up to September 2021.

PT Deltomed Laboratories

Deltomed introduced Kojima candy, made from herbal ingredients (honey, habbatussauda or black cumin, and dates) that are effective in maintaining the immune system and body fitness. Deltomed also recorded double-digit revenue growth performance as of September 2021.

PT Aneka Gas Industri Tbk. (AGII)

In March 2021, AGII completed the acquisition of two business units from PT Samator, thus adding assets worth IDR 600 billion. In May 2021, AGII signed a 12-year contract with PT Timah Tbk. (TINS) to build a factory to supply industrial gas for a tin refining smelter in Muntok City, in the West Bangka Regency, Bangka Belitung Islands Province. The smelter is targeted to be fully operational by 2022. As of September 2021, Saratoga has also increased its investment in AGII, resulting in share ownership increase to 8.84 percent from the previous 7.84 percent.

PT Famon Awal Bros Sedaya (Primaya Hospital)

Primaya Hospital unveiled two new hospitals during the third quarter of 2021, namely Primaya Hospital Semarang – Central Java and Primaya Hospital PGI Cikini – Jakarta. This brings the total operational assets to 14 hospitals by the end of September 2021. Additionally, Primaya Hospital has also opened the Primaya Sport Clinic and Orthopedic Center at Primaya Hospital Bekasi Timur, which caters to knee, shoulder, joint, and bone procedures as well as injury recovery care for patients, athletes, and sports enthusiasts.

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About PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya, Tbk.

Founded in 1997, PT Saratoga Investama Sedaya, Tbk. (Saratoga, ticker code: SRTG) is a leading active investment company in Indonesia. Saratoga plays an active role in managing investee companies and exploring investment opportunities in Indonesia.

Saratoga focuses on investment opportunities in the early stages and growth, and in special situation with a focus on sectors that support economic growth in Indonesia such as consumers, infrastructure, and natural resources.

Saratoga’s vision is to continue to be a leading active investment company and become the partner of choice for local and foreign investors looking to participate in the dynamics of Indonesia’s economic growth.

For further information please visit: www.saratoga-investama.com

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Focusing on Indonesia’s E-Commerce Acceleration, SIRCLO Announces Triawan Munaf and Maurits Lalisang as New Commissioners

Left to right: Brian Marshal, Triawan Munaf, Maurits Lalisang

Jakarta, 7 October 2021—E-Commerce enabler SIRCLO today welcomed Triawan Munaf and Maurits Lalisang as the company’s new commissioners. Triawan and Maurits will join forces to support SIRCLO in developing its technological capabilities, as well as accelerating the digitisation process of MSMEs and enterprise-scale businesses throughout Indonesia. 

Brian Marshal, Founder and CEO of SIRCLO, expressed his pride and respect in welcoming the two prominent figures who have experience in accelerating the growth of established businesses in Indonesia, for over three decades.


“As the go-to figures behind the growth of multiple big companies in Indonesia, Mr. Triawan and Mr. Maurits share the same vision with SIRCLO, which is to help business players adapt and transition to the digital realm through the omnichannel strategy,” said Brian. “We look forward to learning from them and expanding the company’s positive social and economic impact in supporting the growth of businesses through e-commerce, for both MSMEs and enterprise businesses alike. Together, we hope to become a sustainable company that could shape the foundation of Indonesia’s digital economy and boost the nation’s economy in the long run.”

Triawan Munaf is a renowned figure and serial entrepreneur in Indonesia, who also has been a creative industry player from an early age. As a former President Commissioner of PT Garuda Indonesia Tbk. and the former Head of the Creative Economy Agency (BEKRAF), Triawan’s enthusiasm for building the technology industry in Indonesia is evident from his arrival to the leadership ranks of East Ventures as a Venture Advisor in February 2020. Recently, he was also appointed as President Commissioner and Independent Commissioner of PT Aviasi Wisata Indonesia Tbk.

Sharing the same vision with SIRCLO to help nurture Indonesian entrepreneurs, Triawan Munaf stated, “The need to carry out digital transformation has become inevitable for business players across various scales—and even more so for MSMEs, who are the primary drivers of our economy. I have seen how SIRCLO helps this segment substantially through various ideas and solutions. Hence, I believe that their capability would contribute to the exponential growth of Indonesian MSMEs. I am excited to join SIRCLO, as this is in line with my vision of increasing the added-value of various Creative Economy sub-sectors, most of which consist of MSMEs,” he added. 

Committed to advancing SIRCLO, Maurits Lalisang is a distinguished leader who has an excellent track record of four decades, namely 11 years as CEO and 6 years as President Commissioner in PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk., a prominent multinational company. Through his various breakthroughs and innovations, he has succeeded in strengthening Unilever’s position as the market leader in the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry. Currently, he is serving as the President Commissioner of PT Multi Bintang Indonesia Tbk, Commissioner of PT ICI Paints Indonesia, Commissioner of PT Deltomed Laboratories and as a Partner of the Saratoga Group, an active investment company in Indonesia.

Cementing his support for the e-commerce industry that has grown rapidly in the last two years, Maurits said, “I am very proud to know SIRCLO, an e-commerce enabler company that empowers thousands of MSME and enterprises, which in turn will bring massive contribution to Indonesia’s economic growth. It is an honor to join the company, in the process of developing SIRCLO’s business in the future. I am optimistic that SIRCLO will become a sustainable company that is increasingly valuable, both in terms of business and its contribution to the Indonesian economy.”

Since its establishment in 2013, SIRCLO has continued to adapt to the landscape and various challenges of e-commerce in Indonesia. Currently, SIRCLO provides end-to-end enabler services to business owners, collaborates with various marketplaces, develops social commerce channels, and serves enterprise-scale clients. As of this year, SIRCLO has helped more than 100,000 brands to sell online, from individual entrepreneurs, MSMEs, to large companies.

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About SIRCLO

Founded in 2013, SIRCLO is a leading e-commerce solution company in Indonesia that helps businesses sell online. SIRCLO offers solutions that are divided into 2 main categories; the entrepreneur and enterprise solutions. In the entrepreneur category, SIRCLO offers SIRCLO Store, an online store dashboard for SMEs to sell across 3 various platforms (website, marketplace, chat commerce) and IbuSibuk, a solution empowering communities of mothers as Key Opinion Leaders (KOL), micro-influencers and resellers. In the enterprise category, SIRCLO offers e-commerce enabler services through SIRCLO Commerce, a solution for omnichannel technology development through ICUBE by SIRCLO, a B2B2C platform selling Mom & Baby products through Sooplai, and Orami, a parenting platform that combines Commerce, Content & Community within one ecosystem.

Today SIRCLO has served more than 100.000 brands to grow their business online. SIRCLO’s solution has been trusted by local brands entailing ATS The Label, Evete Naturals, Namaste Organic, This Is April and Heytimmy Kidswear, as well as trusted by established brands such as Unilever, Reckitt, KAO, L’Oréal, and Levi’s. Located at the Green Office Park 1, The Breeze (BSD – Serpong), the company has 1.000 employees and representatives based in Jakarta, Bekasi, Bandung, Yogyakarta and Surabaya.

For more details about SIRCLO, visit www.sirclo.com.

Contact:

SIRCLO

Rini Hapsoro

Communications Manager

M: +62 878 757 710 80

E: rini@sirclo.com