MBB SE grows revenues in nine months by 32.0% to EUR372.8 million and EBITDA by 44.4% to
EUR39.8 million

Berlin, November 19, 2018 - MBB SE (ISIN DE000A0ETBQ4), a medium-sized family-owned business, grew its revenues in the first nine months 2018 by 32.0% to EUR372.8 million. In the same time, adjusted EBITDA increased by 44.4% to EUR39.8 million. The EBITDA margin was 10.7%, corresponding to an improvement of one percentage point compared to the previous year. Earnings per share grew by 5.3% to EUR1.59.

In particular, the companies Aumann, Delignit and DTS grew strongly in the first nine months of 2018. The Technical Applications segment, which includes Aumann and Delignit, increased revenues by 42.5% while EBIT increased by 39.8%. The Trading and Services segment, which includes DTS, showed revenue growth of 16.6% and an EBIT increase of 25.8%. The Industrial Production segment grew by 12.1% compared to the previous year, whereas EBIT fall to EUR-0.3 million due to significant increases in raw material prices.

The equity ratio of 70.2% at the end of the third quarter marks a new all-time high for MBB. With a net cash position of EUR292.5 million, of which EUR261.9 million are attributable to the MBB SE holding, MBB is optimally positioned for further acquisitions. In addition to acquisitions for subsidiaries, MBB plans to build new business areas through acquisitions. In particular, MBB's excellent capitalization, world-class references from previous transactions, and a long-term investment approach are compelling arguments for potential sellers. As a result, MBB is increasingly becoming a preferred partner for succession solutions.

The complete financial report is available at www.mbb.com.

About MBB SE:

MBB SE is a medium-sized family business which is growing organically as well as acquisition based since its foundation in 1995. At the core of our business model is the long-term value enhancement of subsidiaries and the group as a whole. From the very beginning, the business model showed above-average profitability - substantial growth and sustainable returns will continue to be our goal.

Further information about MBB SE can be found at www.mbb.com.

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MBB SE
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Executive Management
Dr Christof Nesemeier (CEO)
Dr Constantin Mang
Klaus Seidel

Chairman of the Board
Gert-Maria Freimuth

Registration details
Local court of Berlin-Charlottenburg, Registration No: HRB 165458