MLP presents preliminary figures for the financial year 2014

MLP AG today presented preliminary figures for the financial year 2014. Based on this data, total revenue increased to EUR 531.1 million in 2014 (2013: EUR 499.0 million), while earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) rose to EUR 39.0 million (2013: EUR 30.7 million). Administration costs (defined as personnel expenses, depreciation and amortisation, as well as other operating expenses) were EUR 256.8 million (2013: EUR 250.6 million). The previous year's values have been adjusted.

MLP therefore recorded noticeable growth with regard to its key performance indicators in 2014. However, the company already indicated in mid-November that challenging market conditions have been making it significantly more difficult to achieve its target corridor (minimum EBIT of EUR 50 million).

MLP anticipates market conditions to remain challenging in 2015. In addition, the company will engage in comprehensive future investments, including launching a recruiting offensive. Despite additional investments of around EUR 5 million for the recruitment drive, MLP expects a slight increase in EBIT for the financial year 2015 compared to 2014.

All figures stated are preliminary and unaudited.