Lytus Technologies Holdings PTV. Ltd 6-K, filed Mar 31, 2023
Lytus Technologies Holdings PTV. Ltd. (LYTHF)
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Lytus Technologies Holdings PTV. Ltd filed this 6-K on March 31, 2023.
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER PURSUANT TO
RULE 13a-16 OR 15d-16
UNDER THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the month of March 2023
Commission File Number
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
Business Center 1, M Floor
The Meydan Hotel
Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE
(Address of principal executive office)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F. Form 20-F ☒ Form 40-F ☐
Explanatory Note:
The Registrant is furnishing this Report on Form 6-K to provide its unaudited interim financial statements for the six months ended September 30, 2022.
| Exhibit No. | Description of Exhibit | |
| 99.1 | Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Interim Financial Statements for the six months ended September 30, 2022 | |
| 99.2 | Management Discussion & Analysis for the six months ended September 30, 2022 | |
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Date: March 31, 2023
| Lytus Technologies Holdings PTV. Ltd. | |||
| By: | /s/ Dharmesh Pandya | ||
| Name: | Dharmesh Pandya | ||
| Title: | Chief Executive Officer | ||
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Exhibit 99.1
LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
| Note No. | As of September 30, 2022 (unaudited) | As of March 31, 2022 (unaudited) | ||||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||||
| ASSETS | ||||||||||
| Current assets | ||||||||||
| Cash and cash equivalents | $ | $ | ||||||||
| Other financial assets | ||||||||||
| Trade receivables | ||||||||||
| Other receivables | 6 | |||||||||
| Other current assets | 7 | |||||||||
| Total current assets | ||||||||||
| Non-current assets | ||||||||||
| Property and equipment, net | 8 | |||||||||
| Capital work-in-process | ||||||||||
| Intangible assets and goodwill, net | 9 | |||||||||
| Intangible assets under development | ||||||||||
| Other non-current assets | ||||||||||
| Deferred tax assets | 5 | |||||||||
| Total non-current assets | ||||||||||
| Total assets | $ | $ | ||||||||
| LIABILITIES AND EQUITY | ||||||||||
| Current Liabilities | ||||||||||
| Borrowings | 10 | $ | $ | |||||||
| Trade payables | 11 | |||||||||
| Other financial liabilities | 12 | |||||||||
| Security deposits payable | ||||||||||
| Other current liabilities | 13 | |||||||||
| Customers acquisition payable | 14 | |||||||||
| Current tax liability | 5 | |||||||||
| Total current liabilities | ||||||||||
| Non-current liabilities | ||||||||||
| Customer acquisition payable, net of current portion | 14 | |||||||||
| Deferred tax liability | ||||||||||
| Total non-current liabilities | ||||||||||
| Total liabilities | ||||||||||
| Commitments and contingencies | 15 | |||||||||
| EQUITY | ||||||||||
| Equity share capital | 16 | |||||||||
| Other equity | 16 | |||||||||
| Equity attributable to equity holders of the Company | ||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | 16 | |||||||||
| Total equity | ||||||||||
| Total liabilities and equity | $ | $ | ||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV LTD
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED statement of PROFIT OR LOSS AND
OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(Unaudited)
| Note No. | For the 6 month ended September 30, 2022 (Unaudited) | For the 6 month ended September 30, 2021 (Unaudited) | ||||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||||
| Revenues: | ||||||||||
| Revenue from contract with customers | 3 | |||||||||
| Telemedicine service fees | ||||||||||
| Total revenues | ||||||||||
| Other income | ||||||||||
| Other income | 3A | |||||||||
| Total income | ||||||||||
| Expenses: | ||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 4 | |||||||||
| Amortization of intangible assets | 9 | |||||||||
| Depreciation | 8 | |||||||||
| Legal and professional expense | 4 | |||||||||
| Staffing expense | 4 | — | ||||||||
| Other operating expenses | 4 | |||||||||
| Total expenses | ||||||||||
| Finance Income | ||||||||||
| Finance cost | ||||||||||
| (Loss)/Income before income tax | ( | ) | ||||||||
| Income tax expense | 5 | |||||||||
| Net loss after tax available to common shareholders | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Attributable to: | ||||||||||
| Controlling interest | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Non-controlling interest | ( | ) | ||||||||
| Other comprehensive income/(loss) | ||||||||||
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to income | ||||||||||
| Foreign currency translation reserves of subsidiaries, net of tax | ||||||||||
| Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the period | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||||
| Attributable to: | ||||||||||
| Controlling interest | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||||
| Non-controlling interest | $ | $ | ||||||||
| Basic income per share of common share | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Basic weighted average number of shares outstanding | ||||||||||
| Diluted income per share of common share | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||||
| Diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding | ||||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV LTD
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN EQUITY
(Unaudited)
| Shares (Nos.) | Share capital | Translation of foreign subsidiaries | Retained earnings | Share Premium reserves | Total | Non- controlling interest | Total equity | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at March 31, 2021 | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjustment for deconsolidation of subsidiary (refer note 19) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Loss for the period | — | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Foreign currency translation of subsidiaries, net of tax | — | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at September 30, 2021 | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | — | $ | $ | $ | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Shares (Nos.) | Share capital | Translation of foreign subsidiaries | Retained earnings | Share Premium reserves | Total | Non- controlling interest | Total equity | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at March 31, 2022 | $ | $ | ( | ) | $ | $ | $ | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Loss for the period | — | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Issue of shares to the public | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Share issue expenses | — | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Share warrants exercised | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Foreign currency translation of subsidiaries, net of tax | — | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Balance at September 30, 2022 | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | $ | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV LTD
CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED statement of CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
| For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2021 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||
| Net income after tax available to common shareholders | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||
| Adjustment to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities: | ||||||||
| Deferred Tax expenses | ( | ) | ||||||
| Current Tax expenses | ||||||||
| Depreciation and Amortization of intangible assets | ||||||||
| Loss on deconsolidation of DDC/GHSI | ||||||||
| Fair value gain on warrant liability | ||||||||
| Write back | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Finance costs | ||||||||
| Change in operating assets and liabilities: | ||||||||
| Trade receivable | — | ( | ) | |||||
| Other receivable | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Other assets | ( | ) | ||||||
| Trade payable | ( | ) | ) | |||||
| Other financial liabilities | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Other current liabilities | ( | ) | ||||||
| Security Deposits | ||||||||
| Tax (paid)/refund(net) | ||||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||
| Purchase of property, plant and equipment | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Interest received | ||||||||
| Placement of fixed deposits above three months | ||||||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES | ||||||||
| Proceeds from compulsory convertible debentures | ||||||||
| Repayment of short term borrowings – Promissory notes net | ( | ) | ||||||
| Proceeds from short term borrowings – Director | ||||||||
| Proceeds from issue of equity shares net of expenses | ||||||||
| Interest, commission and other charges paid | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | ||||||||
| Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | ( | ) | ||||||
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS – beginning of period | ||||||||
| Effects of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS – end of period | $ | $ | ||||||
Supplemental non-cash disclosures: During the six months period ended September 30, 2022, GPL Ventures LLC has exercised its cashless share warrants to the extent of issue of 421,490 shares.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of the financial statements
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES
Nature of Operations
Lytus Technologies Holdings
PTV. Ltd. (Reg. No. 2033207) (“Lytus Tech” or the “Company”) was incorporated on March 16, 2020
(date of inception) under the laws of the British Virgin Islands (BVI). On March 19, 2020, Lytus Tech acquired a wholly owned subsidiary,
Lytus Technologies Private Limited (CIN U22100MH2008PTC182085) (“Lytus India”), on March 31, 2020, it acquired a majority
shareholding (
The Company’s registered office is at Business Center 1, M Floor, The Meydan Hotel, Nad Al Sheba, Dubai, UAE. The consolidated financial statements comprise financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries (together referred to as “the Group”).
The Company has received approval
for listing our common shares on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the trading symbol “LYT”. It is offering
Basis of preparation
The consolidated financial statements of the Company have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and interpretations issued by the IFRS Interpretations Committee (IFRS IC) applicable to companies reporting under IFRS. The financial statements comply with IFRS as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IASB).
The accounting policies used for the preparation of these Consolidated Condensed financial statements as of September 30, 2022 and March 31, 2022 are based upon the application of IFRS 1.D17, which results in assets and liabilities being measured at the same carrying amount as in the standalone financial statements of subsidiaries for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and March 31, 2022 after adjusting for consolidation and equity accounting adjustments and for the effects of the business combination in which the entity acquired the subsidiary.
The functional and reporting currency of the Company and Group is “INR” and “USD”, respectively and all amounts, are rounded with two decimals, unless otherwise stated. The consolidated financial statements have been prepared under the historical cost convention.
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Basis of Consolidation
The subsidiaries considered in the preparation of these consolidated condensed financial statements are:
| % Shareholding and Voting Power | ||||||||||
| Name of Subsidiary | Country of Incorporation | As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| Lytus Technologies Private Limited | % | % | ||||||||
| DDC CATV Network Private Limited | % | % | ||||||||
| Global Health Sciences, Inc. | % | % | ||||||||
Note: On June 18, 2022, Share Transfer Agreement was entered into in respect of the shares of Lytus Technologies Inc. On February 27, 2023, the Board has approved the pending fiscal integration and control of Lytus Tech Inc. with effect from January 1, 2023.
These consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with IFRS 10 “Consolidated Financial Statements”.
Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Company. Control is achieved where the Company has existing rights that give it the current ability to direct the relevant activities that affect the Company’s returns and exposure or rights to variable returns from the entity. Subsidiaries are consolidated from the date of their acquisition, being the date on which the group obtains control, and continue to be consolidated until the date that such control ceases.
The consolidated financial statements of the Company and its subsidiaries are combined on a line-by-line basis by adding together the book values of like items of assets, liabilities, income and expenses. Intra-group balances and transactions and any unrealized profits or losses arising from intra group transaction, are eliminated. Unrealized losses are eliminated in the same way as unrealized gains, but only to the extent that there is no evidence of impairment.
Non-controlling interests (NCI) in the net assets of consolidated subsidiaries are identified separately from the Group’s equity. Non-controlling interests consist of the amount of those interests at the date of the acquisition and the non-controlling shareholders’ share of changes in equity since the date of the acquisition.
Going Concern:
Negative working capital and Cash Flow
On June 17, 2022,
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
The Company further believes that in the coming 12 months, upon successful implementation of the customer acquisition agreement, cash flow from operating activities should improve for the following reasons:
| ● | Monthly subscription fees paid by our customers will be billed and collected at the beginning of each month in advance; |
| ● | The contracted operating expense for the streaming business
is |
| ● | Additional product offerings to customers such as our telemedicine business are expected to generate additional cash flow for the Company. |
To further mitigate the impact of the current negative working capital after considering the large payment obligation as explained below and cash flow, the Company has also taken additional precautionary steps by approaching financial institutions and credit partners in India to create and avail credit lines and bridge financing against the company’s future cash flows;
Large Payment Obligation by the Company
On March 31, 2022, under
the terms of its Customer Acquisition Agreement with Reachnet, the Company is obligated to make payments to Reachnet.
Under the terms of the agreement with Reachnet, the Company was also scheduled to receive ‘Other Receivables’ due of approximately $54,343,241 for the six months period ended September 30, 2022, and approximately $50,939,090 for the year ended March 31, 2022. from Reachnet, as reflected in its books of accounts. It is expected to be received on or before March 31, 2023. The Company expects that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. Upon such settlement, the company expects to have sufficient available cash to be able to meet its current liabilities associated with the business. Refer to Note 3A on Other Income.
The consolidated financial statements do not include any adjustments to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable to continue as a going concern.
Critical accounting estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires the use of certain critical accounting estimates. It also requires management to exercise its judgement in the process of applying the Group’s accounting policies. The areas involving a higher degree of judgement or complexity, or areas where assumptions and estimates are significant to the consolidated financial statements, are disclosed in note 2.
New, revised or amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations adopted for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and for the year ended March 31, 2022.
New, revised or amended Accounting Standards and Interpretations not yet Adopted
The Group has not applied the following new and revised IFRSs that have been issued but are not yet effective.
| ● | Amendments to IAS 1 Classification of Liabilities |
| ● | Amendments to IAS 1 and IFRS Practice Statement 2 Disclosure of Accounting Policies |
| ● | Amendments to IAS 8 Definition of Accounting Estimates |
| ● | Amendments to IAS 12 Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction |
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
IAS 1 — Classification of Liabilities
The IASB has issued ‘Classification of Liabilities as Current or Non-current (Amendments to IAS 1)’ providing a more general approach to the classification of liabilities under IAS 1 based on the contractual agreements in place at the reporting date. The amendments are effective for annual reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2023 and are to be applied retrospectively with application permitted. The Group does not expect the amendments to have any significant impact on its presentation of liabilities in its statement of financial position.
IAS 1 — Disclosure of Accounting Policies
In February 2021, IASB issued ‘Disclosure of Accounting Policies (Amendments to IAS 1 and IFRS Practice Statement 2)’ which is intended to help entities in deciding which accounting policies to disclose in their financial statements. The amendments to IAS 1 require entities to disclose their material accounting policies rather than their significant accounting policies. The amendments to IFRS Practice Statement 2 provide guidance on how to apply the concept of materiality to accounting policy disclosures. The Group does not expect this amendment to have any significant impact in its financial statements.
IAS 8 — Definition of Accounting Estimates
In February 2021, IASB issued ‘Definition of Accounting Estimates (Amendments to IAS 8)’ to help entities to distinguish between accounting policies and accounting estimates. The definition of a change in accounting estimates has been replaced with a definition of accounting estimates. Under the new definition, accounting estimates are “monetary amounts in financial statements that are subject to measurement uncertainty”. Entities develop accounting estimates if accounting policies require items in financial statements to be measured in a way that involves measurement uncertainty. The Group does not expect this amendment to have any significant impact in its financial statements.
IAS 12 — Income Taxes
In May 2021, IASB issued ‘Deferred Tax related to Assets and Liabilities arising from a Single Transaction (Amendments to IAS 12), which clarify how companies account for deferred tax on transactions such as leases and decommissioning obligations. The amendments narrowed the scope of the recognition exemption in paragraphs 15 and 24 of IAS 12 (recognition exemption) so that it no longer applies to transactions that, on initial recognition, give rise to equal taxable and deductible temporary differences. The Group does not expect this amendment to have any significant impact in its financial statements.
The IASB has issued the amendments to IFRS 10 and IAS 28 deal with situations where there is a sale or contribution of assets between an investor and its associate or joint venture. The effective date of the amendments has yet to be set by the Board. The Group does not expect the amendment to have any impact on its consolidated financial statements.
Amendments to IAS 16 for the proceeds before intended use. The amendments prohibit deducting from the cost of an item of property, plant and equipment any proceeds from selling items produced before that asset is available for use. The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2022. The Group does not expect the amendment to have any impact on its consolidated financial statements.
Amendments to IAS 37 for cost of fulfilling a contract. The amendments specify that the cost of fulfilling a contract comprises the costs that relate directly to the contract. The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after 1 January 2022. The Group does not expect the amendment to have any impact on its consolidated financial statements
Current and non-current classification
Assets and liabilities are presented in the statement of financial position based on current and non-current classification.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
An asset is classified as current when: it is either expected to be realized or intended to be sold or consumed in normal operating cycle; it is held primarily for the purpose of trading; it is expected to be realized within 12 months after the reporting period; or the asset is cash or cash equivalent unless restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least 12 months after the reporting period. All other assets are classified as non-current.
A liability is classified as current when: it is either expected to be settled in normal operating cycle; it is held primarily for the purpose of trading; it is due to be settled within 12 months after the reporting period; or there is no unconditional right to defer the settlement of the liability for at least 12 months after the reporting period. All other liabilities are classified as non-current.
The operating cycle is the time between the acquisition of assets for processing and their realization in cash and cash equivalents. The Company has identified twelve months as its operating cycle.
Basis of Deconsolidation
When events or transactions results in a loss of control over the subsidiary, the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary including any goodwill are derecognised. Amounts previously recognised in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income within “other comprehensive income” in respect of that entity are also reclassified to the consolidated statements of comprehensive income or transferred directly to retained earnings if required by a specific Standard.
Any retained equity interest in the entity is remeasured at fair value. The difference between the carrying amount of the retained interest at the date when control is lost and its fair value is recognised in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income.
Functional and presentation currency
Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of India (INR) which is the primary economic environment in which the Company operates (‘the functional currency’). The financial statements are presented in United States dollars.
Transactions and balances
Foreign currency transactions are translated into the presentation currency using the exchange rates at the dates of the transactions. Foreign exchange gains and losses resulting from the settlement of such transactions and from the translation of monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at year end exchange rates are generally recognized in profit or loss. They are deferred in equity if they relate to qualifying cash flow hedges and qualifying net investment hedges or are attributable to part of the net investment in a foreign operation.
Foreign exchange gains and losses that relate to borrowings are presented in the statement of profit or loss, within finance costs. All other foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in the statement of profit or loss on a net basis within other gains/(losses).
Non-monetary items that are measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates at the date when the fair value was determined. Translation differences on assets and liabilities carried at fair value are reported as part of the fair value gain or loss. For example, translation differences on non-monetary assets and liabilities such as equities held at fair value through profit or loss are recognized in profit or loss as part of the fair value gain or loss and translation differences on non-monetary assets such as equities classified as of fair value through other comprehensive income are recognized in other comprehensive income.
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LYTUS TECHNOLOGIES HOLDINGS PTV. LTD.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Financial Instruments
Financial Assets
Classification
The Group classifies its financial assets in the following measurement categories:
| ● | those to be measured subsequently at fair value (either through OCI or through profit or loss), and |
| ● | those to be measured at amortized cost. |
The classification depends on the entity’s business model for managing the financial assets and the contractual terms of the cash flows. For assets measured at fair value, gains and losses will either be recorded in profit or loss or OCI. For investments in equity instruments that are not held for trading, this will depend on whether the Company has made an irrevocable election at the time of initial recognition to account for the equity investment at fair value through other comprehensive income (FVOCI).
The Group reclassifies debt investments when and only when its business model for managing those assets changes.
Recognition and derecognition
Regular way purchases and sales of financial assets are recognized on trade-date, the date on which the Group commits to purchase or sell the asset. Financial assets are derecognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the financial assets have expired or have been transferred and the Group has transferred substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership.
Measurement
At initial recognition, the Group measures a financial asset at its fair value plus, in the case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit or loss (FVPL), transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset. Transaction costs of financial assets carried at FVPL are expensed in profit or loss.
Debt instruments
Subsequent measurement of debt instruments depends on the Group business model for managing the asset and the cash flow characteristics of the asset. There are three measurement categories into which the Company classifies its debt instruments:
Amortized cost: Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows where those cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest are measured at amortized cost. Interest income from these financial assets is included in finance income using the effective interest rate method. Any gain or loss arising on derecognition is recognized directly in profit or loss and presented in other gains/(losses) together with foreign exchange gains and losses. Impairment losses are presented as separate line item in the statement of profit or loss.
FVOCI: Assets that are held for collection of contractual cash flows and for selling the financial assets, where the assets’ cash flows represent solely payments of principal and interest, are measured at FVOCI. Movements in the carrying amount are taken through OCI, except for the recognition of impairment gains or losses, interest income and foreign exchange gains and losses which are recognized in profit or loss. When the financial asset is derecognized, the cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in OCI is reclassified from equity to profit or loss and recognized in other gains/(losses). Interest income from these financial assets is included in finance income using the effective interest rate method. Foreign exchange gains and losses are presented in other gains/(losses) and impairment expenses are presented as separate line item in the statement of profit or loss.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
FVPL: Assets that do not meet the criteria for amortized cost or FVOCI are measured at FVPL. A gain or loss on a debt investment that is subsequently measured at FVPL is recognized in profit or loss and presented net within other gains/(losses) in the period in which it arises.
Equity instruments
The Group subsequently measures all equity investments at fair value. Where the Group management has elected to present fair value gains and losses on equity investments in OCI, there is no subsequent reclassification of fair value gains and losses to profit or loss following the derecognition of the investment. Dividends from such investments continue to be recognized in profit or loss as other income when the Group right to receive payments is established.
Changes in the fair value of financial assets at FVPL are recognized in other gains/(losses) in the statement of profit or loss as applicable. Impairment losses (and reversal of impairment losses) on equity investments measured at FVOCI are not reported separately from other changes in fair value.
Impairment
The Group assesses on a forward-looking basis the expected credit loss associated with its debt instruments carried at amortized cost and FVOCI. The impairment methodology applied depends on whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk.
For trade receivables only, the Company measures the expected credit loss associated with its trade receivables based on historical trend, industry practices and the business environment in which the entity operates or any other appropriate basis. The impairment methodology applied depends on whether there has been a significant increase in credit risk.
Financial Liabilities
Initial Recognition and Measurement
All financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value and in the case of loans and borrowings and payables, net of directly attributable transaction costs. The Group financial liabilities include trade and other payables, loans, and borrowings including bank overdrafts and derivative financial instruments.
Subsequent measurement
Financial liabilities at amortized cost:
After initial measurement, such financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest rate (EIR) method. Amortized cost is calculated by taking into account any discount or premium on acquisition and fees or costs that are an integral part of the EIR. The EIR amortization is included in finance costs in the Statement of Profit and Loss.
Borrowings
Borrowings are initially recognized at fair value, net of transaction costs incurred. Borrowings are subsequently measured at amortized cost. Any difference between the proceeds (net of transaction costs) and the redemption amount is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss over the period of the borrowings using the EIR method.
Trade and Other Payables
These amounts represent liabilities for goods and services provided to the Group prior to the end of the period which are unpaid. Trade and other payables are presented as current liabilities unless payment is not due within 12 months after the reporting period. They are recognized initially at their fair value and subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.
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NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Financial Guarantee Obligations
The fair value of financial guarantees is determined as the present value of the difference in net cash flows between the contractual payments under the debt instrument and the payments that would be required without the guarantee, or the estimated amount that would be payable to a third party for assuming the obligations. Where guarantees in relation to loans or other payables of subsidiaries, joint ventures or associates are provided for no compensation, the fair values as of the date of transition are accounted for as contributions and recognized as part of the cost of the equity investment.
Derecognition
Financial assets
The Group derecognizes a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the financial asset expire, or it transfers the rights to receive the contractual cash flows in a transaction in which substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership of the financial asset are transferred or in which the Group neither transfers nor retains substantially all of the risks and rewards of ownership and it does not retain control of the financial asset.
The Group enters into transactions whereby it transfers assets recognized in its statement of financial position but retains either all or substantially all of the risks and rewards of the transferred assets. In these cases, the transferred assets are not derecognized.
Financial Liability
The Group derecognizes a financial liability when its contractual obligations are discharged or cancelled, or expire. The Group also derecognizes a financial liability when its terms are modified and the cash flows of the modified liability are substantially different, in which case a new financial liability based on the modified terms is recognized at fair value.
On derecognition of a financial liability, the difference between the carrying amount extinguished and the consideration paid (including any non-cash assets transferred or liabilities assumed) is recognized in profit or loss.
Income tax
The income tax expense or benefit for the period is the tax payable on that period’s taxable income based on the applicable income tax rate for each jurisdiction, adjusted by the changes in deferred tax assets and liabilities attributable to temporary differences, unused tax losses and the adjustment recognized for prior periods, where applicable.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for temporary differences at the tax rates expected to be applied when the assets are recovered or liabilities are settled, based on those tax rates that are enacted or substantively enacted, except for:
| ● | When the deferred income tax asset or liability arises from the initial recognition of goodwill or an asset or liability in a transaction that is not a business combination and that, at the time of the transaction, affects neither the accounting nor taxable profits; or |
| ● | When the taxable temporary difference is associated with interests in subsidiaries, associates or joint ventures, and the timing of the reversal can be controlled, and it is probable that the temporary difference will not reverse in the foreseeable future. |
Deferred tax assets are recognized for deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses only if it is probable that future taxable amounts will be available to utilize those temporary differences and losses.
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NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
The carrying amount of recognized and unrecognized deferred tax assets are reviewed at each reporting date. Deferred tax assets recognized are reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that future taxable profits will be available for the carrying amount to be recovered. Previously unrecognized deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that there are future taxable profits available to recover the asset.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset only where there is a legally enforceable right to offset current tax assets against current tax liabilities and deferred tax assets against deferred tax liabilities; and they relate to the same taxable authority on either the same taxable entity or different taxable entities which intend to settle simultaneously.
As of six months period ended September 30, 2022 and as of year ended March 31, 2022, the Group had no significant uncertain tax positions that qualify for either recognition or disclosure in the financial statements. The Group recognizes interest and penalties related to significant uncertain income tax positions in other expense. There were no such interest and penalties incurred for the six months period of September 30, 2022 and of September 30, 2021.
The dividend distributed would be taxable in the hands of the investors, the domestic companies shall not be liable to pay DDT.
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents comprise cash on hand and demand deposits and other short-term highly liquid investments that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and are subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value.
Depreciation methods, estimated useful lives and residual value
Depreciation is calculated to write off the cost of items of property and equipment less their estimated residual values using the written down method over their estimated useful lives and is generally recognized in profit or loss. Leased assets are depreciated over the shorter of the lease term and their useful lives unless it is reasonably certain that the Group will obtain ownership by the end of the lease term. Land is not depreciated.
The estimated useful lives of property and equipment for current and comparative periods are as follows:
| Buildings | ||
| Property and equipment | ||
| Fixtures and fittings |
Depreciation methods, useful lives and residual values are reviewed at each reporting date and adjusted if appropriate.
Fair value measurement
When an asset or liability, financial or non-financial, is measured at fair value for recognition or disclosure purposes, the fair value is based on the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date; and assumes that the transaction will take place either: in the principal market; or in the absence of a principal market, in the most advantageous market.
Fair value is measured using the assumptions that market participants would use when pricing the asset or liability, assuming they act in their economic best interests. For non-financial assets, the fair value measurement is based on its highest and best use. Valuation techniques that are appropriate in the circumstances and for which sufficient data are available to measure fair value, are used, maximizing the use of relevant observable inputs and minimizing the use of unobservable inputs.
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NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Subsequent expenditure
Subsequent expenditure relating to property, plant and equipment is added to the carrying amount of the asset only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with the item will flow to the entity and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other repair and maintenance expenses are recognised in the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income when incurred.
Disposal
On disposal of an item of property, plant and equipment, the difference between the disposal proceeds and its carrying amount is recognised in the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income.
Intangible Assets
Separately purchased intangible assets are initially measured at cost. Intangible assets acquired in a business combination are recognized at fair value at the acquisition date. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses, if any.
The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. Finite-life intangible assets are amortized on a written down basis over the period of their expected useful lives. Estimated useful lives by major class of finite-life intangible assets are as follow:
| Customers acquisition | ||
| Trademark/Copy rights | ||
| Computer Software |
The amortization period and the amortization method for definite life intangible assets is reviewed annually.
For indefinite life intangible assets, the assessment of indefinite life is reviewed annually to determine whether it continues, if not, it is impaired or changed prospectively basis revised estimates.
Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries represents the excess of (i) the sum of the consideration transferred, the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree and the acquisition-date fair value of any previous equity interest in the acquiree over (ii) the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired. Goodwill on subsidiaries is recognised separately as intangible assets and carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. These assets are not amortized but are tested for impairment annually.
Gains and losses on the disposal of subsidiaries include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
IAS 38 requires an entity to recognize an intangible asset, whether purchased or self-created (at cost) if, and only if: [IAS 38.21]
| a. | it is probable that the future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity; and |
| b. | the cost of the asset can be measured reliably. |
The probability of future economic benefits must be based on reasonable and supportable assumptions about conditions that will exist over the life of the asset. [IAS 38.22] The probability recognition criterion is always considered to be satisfied for intangible assets that are acquired separately or in a business combination. [IAS 38.33]
Para 25 of IAS 38 provides that the price an entity pays to acquire separately an intangible asset will reflect expectations about the probability that the expected future economic benefits embodied in the asset will flow to the entity. In other words, the entity expects there to be an inflow of economic benefits, even if there is uncertainty about the timing or the amount of the inflow. Therefore, the probability recognition criteria in Para 21(a) is always considered to be satisfied for separately acquired intangible assets. Para 26 of IAS 38 provides that the costs of a separately acquired intangible asset can usually be measured reliably. This is particularly so when the purchase consideration is in the form of cash or other monetary assets.
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NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Development costs mainly relate to developed computer software programmes. Such computer software programmes that do not form an integral part of other related hardware is treated as an intangible asset. Development costs that are directly associated with development and acquisition of computer software programmes by the Group are capitalised as intangible assets when the following criteria are met:
| ● | it is technically feasible to complete the computer software programme so that it will be available for use; |
| ● | management intends to complete the computer software programme and use or sell it; |
| ● | there is an ability to use or sell the computer software programme; |
| ● | it can be demonstrated how the computer software programme will generate probable future economic benefits; |
| ● | adequate technical, financial and other resources to complete the development and to use or sell the computer software programme are available; and |
| ● | the expenditure attributable to the computer software programme during its development can be reliably measured. |
Direct costs include salaries and benefits for employees on engineering and technical teams who are responsible for building new computer software programmes.
Expenditure that enhances or extends the performance of computer software programmes beyond their original specifications and which can be reliably measured is added to the original cost of the software. Costs associated with maintaining computer software programmes are recognised as an expense when incurred.
Completed development costs in progress are reclassified to internally developed intangible assets. These internally developed intangible assets are subsequently carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. These costs are amortised to the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income using a straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. Development cost in progress is not amortised.
Revenue
Revenue is recognized based on the transfer of services to a customer for an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. Revenue is measured at the fair value of consideration received or receivable taking into account the amount of discounts, rebates, outgoing taxes on sales.
To determine whether to recognize revenue, the Group follows a 5-step process:
| 1. | Identifying the contract with a customer |
| 2. | Identifying the performance obligations |
| 3. | Determining the transaction price |
| 4. | Allocating the transaction price to the performance obligations |
| 5. | Recognizing revenue when/as performance obligation(s) are satisfied |
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NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Further information about each source of revenue from contracts with customers and the criteria for recognition follows.
Telemedicine revenues
Telemedicine revenue is derived from monthly invoiced services fees that are recognized as services that are rendered and earned under agreements with clients. Clients are business entities, such as physicians offices, medical care groups, hospitals and other healthcare institutions that have contracted with us to offer telemedicine services to their covered lives. Clients are our customers and the patients of these clients who are enrolled in the telemedicine services programs are referred to as members. We provide services to assist care providers to improve member health results and reduce healthcare costs by providing an overall health management solution through the integration of our devices, supplies, access to our web-based platform, electronic data records, and clinical services.
For the most part services costs to the client are primarily fees for services rendered to each member on a per month basis for each eligible and active member based upon accessibility and usage of services by each client and member. These services are consumed by the client and their members in accordance with the service programs selected by the client included in the client services agreements. Client service agreements are renewable on an annual basis and can be terminated based upon terms specified in the agreements.
GST on all income
The Company collects Goods and Service Tax (GST) on behalf of the government and, therefore, it is not an economic benefit flowing to the Company. Hence, it is excluded from revenue.
Cost recognition
Costs and expenses are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary functions in the following categories:
Cost of revenue
Cost of revenue consists primarily of cost of materials consumed, broadcaster/subscription fees and leaseline charges. Costs of revenue are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary function.
Other operating expenses
Other operating expenses consist primarily of general and administrative expenses like electricity, software running expenses, repairs and maintenance, travelling expenses etc.
Borrowing Costs
Borrowing costs directly attributable to the acquisition, construction or production of an asset that necessarily takes a substantial period of time to get ready for its intended use or sale are capitalized as part of the cost of the asset. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period in which they occur. Borrowing costs consist of interest and other costs that an entity incurs in connection with the borrowing of funds.
Provisions
Provisions are recognized when the Group has a present legal or constructive obligation as a result of past events, it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation and the amount can be reliably estimated. Provisions are not recognized for future operating losses.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
Where there are a number of similar obligations, the likelihood that an outflow will be required in settlement is determined by considering the class of obligations as a whole. A provision is recognized even if the likelihood of an outflow with respect to any one item included in the same class of obligations may be small.
Provisions are measured at the present value of management’s best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present obligation at the end of the reporting period. The discount rate used to determine the present value is a pre-tax rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the liability. The increase in the provision due to the passage of time is recognized as finance cost.
Deferred Offering Costs
Deferred Offering Costs consists
of legal, accounting, underwriter’s fees, and other costs incurred through the balance date that are directly related to the proposed
Initial Public Offering (IPO) and that would be charged to stockholder equity upon completion of the proposed IPO. Should the proposed
IPO prove unsuccessful, deferred costs and additional expenses to be incurred would be charged to operations. As of September 30, 2022
and March 31, 2022, the Company had deferred offering costs of $
Issued Capital
Common shares are classified as equity.
Incremental costs directly attributable to the issue of new shares or options are shown in equity as a deduction, net of tax, from the proceeds.
Dividends
Dividend distributions to the Group’s shareholders are recognized as a liability in the financial statements in the period in which the dividends are approved.
Earnings per share
Basic earnings per share
Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the profit attributable to the owners of Lytus, excluding any costs of servicing equity other than common shares, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the financial year, adjusted for bonus elements in common shares issued during the financial year.
Diluted earnings per share
Diluted earnings per share adjusts the figures used in the determination of basic earnings per share to take into account the after income tax effect of interest and other financing costs associated with dilutive potential common shares and the weighted average number of shares assumed to have been issued for no consideration in relation to dilutive potential common shares.
Trade and Other Receivable
Assessment as to whether the trade receivables and other receivables from Reachnet are impaired: When measuring Expected Credit Loss (ECL) of receivables and other receivables related to Reachnet the Group uses reasonable and supportable information, which is based on assumptions for the future movement of different economic drivers and how these drivers will affect each other. Probability of default constitutes a key input in measuring ECL. Probability of default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon, the calculation of which includes historical data, assumptions and expectations of future conditions.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 1 — NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING POLICIES (cont.)
The payment protocols with respect to the Telecast and OTT services are very closely regulated by the Ministry of Telecommunications along with other departments of the Government of India. The payment gateways reporting protocols for the cable industry are very robust, with most of the transactional interactions with the customers in this industry being subject to independent audits by the government. Payments processed online by customers electronically are reported promptly.
Given that Reachnet is an ongoing operations partner of Lytus India with respect to the telecasting business, the collectability of the amounts does not pose a significant risk for the following reasons:
| 1. | Reachnet is a licensed cable company and is regularly audited by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. These audits regularly confirm number of subscribers and subscriptions fees reported in the Nationwide SMS platform (Subscriber Management Platform); |
| 2. | The Management of the Company and Reachnet have implemented protocols requiring the finance teams of both companies to closely monitor the amounts receivable and payable providing relevant confirmations periodically; |
| 3. | To the extent that Reachnet is unable to collect or pay the amounts owed to the Company, the Company has the ability to set those amounts off against any future payments to Reachnet in conjunction with the ongoing operations of the Company; |
| 4. | The Company has the ability to take legal action against Reachnet and or its directors for non-payment of dues owed to the Company. Under Indian law, remedies pursued against the management of Reachnet can be both civil remedies as well as remedies under the Indian Penal Code; and |
| 5. | Upon ending of the lockdown and reconciliation of all payments with Reachnet, the Company intends to implement a direct billing system with its customers so that it has better visibility and control over revenue streams from customers. |
NOTE 2 — CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS, ASSESSMENTS, AND ASSUMPTIONS
Under IFRS 1, the Group is required to make estimates and assumptions in presentation and preparation of the financial statements for the six months ending September 30, 2022 and for the year ended March 31, 2022.
Key estimates considered in preparation of the financial statement that were not required under the previous GAAP are listed below:
Fair Valuation of financial instruments carried at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss (“FVTPL”) and/or Fair Value Through Other Comprehensive Income (“FVOCI”).
Impairment of financial assets based on the expected credit loss model.
Determination of the discounted value for financial instruments carried at amortized cost.
Fair value estimation of share warrants.
Critical judgement over capitalisation of internally developed intangible assets and development cost in progress.
Assessment as to whether the trade receivables and other receivables from Reachnet are impaired
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NOTE 2 — CRITICAL ACCOUNTING JUDGEMENTS, ASSESSMENTS, AND ASSUMPTIONS (cont.)
When measuring Expected Credit Loss (ECL) of receivables and other receivables related to Reachnet the Group uses reasonable and supportable information, which is based on assumptions for the future movement of different economic drivers and how these drivers will affect each other. Probability of default constitutes a key input in measuring ECL. Probability of default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon, the calculation of which includes historical data, assumptions and expectations of future conditions.
A widespread health crisis could adversely affect the global economy, resulting in an economic downturn that could impact demand for our services. The future impact of the outbreak is highly uncertain and cannot be predicted and there is no assurance that the outbreak will not have a material adverse impact on the future results of the Company. The extent of the impact, if any, will depend on future developments, including actions taken to contain the coronavirus.
| ● | Impairment of property and equipment and intangible assets excluding goodwill |
At each reporting date, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its property, plant and equipment and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where the asset does not generate cash flows that are independent from other assets, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. When a reasonable and consistent basis of allocation can be identified, corporate assets are also allocated to individual cash-generating units, or otherwise they are allocated to the smallest group of cash-generating units for which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis can be identified.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life are tested for impairment at least annually and whenever there is an indication at the end of a reporting period that the asset may be impaired.
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease and to the extent that the impairment loss is greater than the related revaluation surplus, the excess impairment loss is recognized in profit or loss.
Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss to the extent that it eliminates the impairment loss which has been recognized for the asset in prior years. Any increase in excess of this amount is treated as a revaluation increase.
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NOTE 3 — REVENUE FROM CONTRACT WITH CUSTOMERS
Revenue from contract with customers consist of the following for the 6 month ended September 30, 2022 and ended September 30, 2021:
| Disaggregated revenue information | For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | For
the 6 months period ended September 30, 2021 | ||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Types of services: | ||||||||
| Subscription revenues | $ | $ | ||||||
| Placement fees | ||||||||
| Carriage fees | ||||||||
| Advertisement income | ||||||||
| Fibre lease charges | ||||||||
| Telemedicine service charges | ||||||||
| Others | ||||||||
| Total Revenue from customers | $ | $ | ||||||
| Timing of revenue recognition | ||||||||
| Product transferred at point in time | ||||||||
| Services transferred over time | $ | $ | ||||||
| Total | $ | $ | ||||||
Contract balances:
The following table provides information about receivables, contract assets and contract liabilities from contracts with customers:
| For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | For the year ended March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Receivables, which are included in ‘trade receivables | $ | $ | ||||||
| Receivables, acquired in a business combination |
Performance obligations:
Revenue is measured based on the consideration specified in a contract with a customer. The Company recognizes revenue when it transfers control over a good or service to a customer.
NOTE 3A — OTHER INCOME
| Other income | For the six month ended September 30, 2022 | For the six month ended September 30, 2021 | ||||||
| Income from revenue entitlement rights | ||||||||
| Liabilities no longer required written back | ||||||||
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NOTE 3A — OTHER INCOME (cont.)
Income from revenue entitlement rights
Other Income of $
The Group has acquired approximately
The Group is free to appoint any licensed service provider for provision of streaming services. There is no binding or lock-in arrangement for providing streaming services to subscribers through Reachnet. The agreement contemplates only acquisition of subscriber base and is not an agreement to acquire or purchase the business of Reachnet. The Group has ensured adequate safeguard to secure acquired customer contracts through non-compete clause and non-solicitation of subscribers clause. In respect of streaming services, Lytus India has outsourced the provision of streaming services to Reachnet in the capacity of a service provider under the Management Services Agreement. Going forward, with respect of non-streaming services (such as MedTech IOT) these services would be billed directly by the Company and costs and revenue would not be shared with Reachnet.
NOTE 4 — EXPENSES
Expenses consist of the following
| For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2021 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Cost of revenue | $ | |||||||
| Amortization of intangible assets (refer to Note 10) | $ | |||||||
| Depreciation (refer to Note 9) | ||||||||
| Legal and professional expenses | ||||||||
| Staffing expense | ||||||||
| Other operating expenses | ||||||||
| Total expenses | $ | $ | ||||||
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NOTE 5 — INCOME TAX
Income taxes consist of the following:
| For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2021 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Current tax expenses | $ | $ | ||||||
| Deferred tax expense | ( | ) | ||||||
| Income tax expense | $ | $ | ||||||
Deferred tax related to the
translations of foreign operations consists of Lytus Technologies Private Limited a Wholly owned subsidiary from INR to USD have been
calculated at the rate of the jurisdiction in which a subsidiary situated i.e. in India (at the rate
Accounting for Income Taxes
British Virgin Islands
Under the current laws of BVI, Lytus Technology Holdings PTV. Ltd. is not subject to tax on income or capital gains. In addition, payments of dividends by the Company to their shareholders are not subject to withholding tax in the BVI.
GHSI
United States tax reform legislation enacted on 22 December 2017 (P.L. 115-97) moved the United States from a ’worldwide’ system of taxation towards a ’territorial’ system of taxation. Among other things, P.L. 115-97 permanently reduced the 35% CIT rate on resident corporations to a flat 21% rate for tax years beginning after 31 December 2017.
US taxation of income earned by non-US persons depends on whether the income has a nexus with the United States and the level and extent of the non-US person’s presence in the United States.
India (subsidiaries in India)
Income tax expense represents the sum of the current tax and deferred tax.
The charge for current tax is based on the result for the period adjusted for items which are non-assessable or disallowed. It is calculated using tax rates that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date.
Current and deferred tax is recognized in the income statement unless the item to which the tax relates was recognized outside the income statement being other comprehensive income or equity. The tax associated with such an item is also recognized in other comprehensive income or equity respectively.
NOTE 6 — OTHER RECEIVABLES
Other receivables consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Net Receivable from Reachnet Cable Service Pvt. Ltd. | $ | $ | ||||||
| GST and other taxes on the above | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
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NOTE 7 — OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
Other current assets consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| GST receivables and other tax deposits | $ | $ | ||||||
| Deferred debt discount on promissory note | ||||||||
| Deferred commission charges on promissory note | ||||||||
| Deferred IPO costs | ||||||||
| Receivable from director | ||||||||
| Prepaid expenses | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
NOTE 8 — PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment consist of the following:
| Description | Plant and equipment | Furniture and fittings | Vehicles | Office equipment | Computer equipment | Total | ||||||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Additions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||
| Adjustments | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Additions | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||
| Adjustments | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Adjustments | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 30 September, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 8 — PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (cont.)
| Description | Plant and equipment | Furniture and fittings | Vehicles | Office equipment | Computer equipment | Total | ||||||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 31 March, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 30 September, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 30 September, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 31 March, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 30 September, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
NOTE 9 — INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL
Intangible assets and Goodwill consist of the following:
| Description | Customer acquisition List | Goodwill | Softwares | Total | Intangible asset under development | |||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | — | |||||||||||||||||||
| Additions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at September 30, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | — | |||||||||||||||||||
| Additions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals of a subsidiary | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 31 March, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Additions | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals of a subsidiary | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Exchange differences | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 30 September, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 9 — INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND GOODWILL (cont.)
| Description | Customer acquisition List | Goodwill | Softwares | Total | Intangible asset under development | |||||||||||||||
| Accumulated amortisation | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Disposals | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 30 September, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at March 31, 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals of a subsidiary | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 31 March, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Charge for the year | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Derecognised on ‘Disposals of a subsidiary | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Acquisition through business combination | ||||||||||||||||||||
| As at 30 September, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 30 September 2021 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 31 March, 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Net block as at 30 September 2022 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The above intangible assets are other than internally generated. Refer Note 24 for goodwill on consolidation.
NOTE 10 — BORROWINGS
Borrowings consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| $ | ||||||||
| Loan from directors | $ | $ | ||||||
| Loan from a related party | $ | $ | ||||||
The Secured Promissory Notes
amount is $
GPL venture has exercised warrants on
June 23, 2022 to convert warrants (
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 11 — TRADE PAYABLES
Trade payables consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Trade payables – Others | $ | $ | ||||||
| Employee related payables | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
NOTE 12 — OTHER FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
Other financial liabilities consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Payable in connection with the Acquisition of DDC CATV Network Private Limited (refer note 24) | $ | $ | ||||||
| Interest on tax payable | ||||||||
| Interest accrued on | ||||||||
| Share warrants liability | ||||||||
| Professional fees payable | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
Share Warrants Liability
On July 1, 2021,
In accordance with IFRS, a contract that will or may be settled other than by the exchange of a fixed amount of cash for a fixed number of the entity’s own equity fails to meet the definition of equity and must instead be classified as a liability and measured at fair value with changes in fair value recognized in the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income loss at each reporting date. The liabilities will ultimately be converted into the Company’s equity (common shares) when the warrants are exercised, or will be extinguished on the expiry of the outstanding warrants.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 12 — OTHER FINANCIAL LIABILITIES (cont.)
The fair value of warrant liability was measured using a Black Scholes Model. The Warrants outstanding and fair value at each of the respective valuation dates are summarized below:
| Share Warrant Liability | Warrants Outstanding | Fair Value per shares | Fair Value | |||||||||
| ($) | ($) | |||||||||||
| Fair value at initial measurement date July 1, 2021 | ||||||||||||
| (Gain) on remeasurement of warrant liability at fair value | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Fair value as of March 31, 2022 | ||||||||||||
During the year ended March 31,
2022 the Company recorded a gain on change in fair value of warrant liability of
GPL venture has exercised warrants
on June 23, 2022 to convert warrants (
The Warrant Liabilities are considered Level 3 liabilities on the fair value hierarchy as the determination of fair value includes various assumptions about of future activities and the Company’s stock price and historical volatility as inputs.
GPL venture has exercised warrants on
June 23, 2022 to convert warrants (
The fair value of warrant liability was measured using a Black Scholes Model. The Warrants outstanding and fair value at each of the respective valuation dates are summarized below:
| Share Warrant Liability | Warrants Outstanding | Fair Value per shares | Fair Value | |||||||||
| ($) | ($) | |||||||||||
| Fair value at initial measurement date July 1, 2021 | 500,000 | 3.13 | 1,562,911 | |||||||||
| (Gain) on remeasurement of warrant liability at fair value | (1,487,589 | ) | ||||||||||
| Fair value as of March 31, 2022 | 500,000 | 0.15 | 75,322 | |||||||||
NOTE 13 — OTHER CURRENT LIABILITIES
Other current liabilities consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| GST and other tax liabilities | $ | $ | ||||||
| CSR expenses liabilities | ||||||||
| Cheques receivables/payables (net) | ||||||||
| Capital creditors | ||||||||
| Advances from customers | ||||||||
| $ | $ | |||||||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 14 — CUSTOMER ACQUISITION PAYABLE
Customer Acquisition Payable consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Customer acquisition payable to Reachnet* | $ | $ | ||||||
| Customer acquisition payable to Reachnet, current portion | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
| Customer acquisition payable to Reachnet, non-current portion | $ | $ | ||||||
| * |
NOTE 15 — COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Commitments and contingencies consist of the following:
| As of September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Financially support the investment in research organizations – GHSI | $ | |||||||
The Company has entered into
the Share Subscription Agreement with DDC CATV Network Private Limited and its Promoters under the terms of which it has an option to
acquire an additional
We had retained Skyline Corporate Communications Group, LLC for our capital markets, financial and public relations advisory services. The Company could not make payments under the contract, as the client did not comply with the mandatory regulatory requirements. The client has approach for arbitration. Pending resolution on this matter under arbitration, the claim will not have any significant impact on the financial position of the company.
In accordance with share purchase
agreement of GHSI dated October 30, 2021, the company commits to invest an aggregate of USD
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 16 — EQUITY
Common shares:
| The total number of shares of common shares issued: | For the 6 months ended September 30, 2022 | As of March 31, 2022 | ||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Common shares | ||||||||
Movements in Common Shares:
| Shares | Amount | |||||||
| (US$) | ||||||||
| Balance as of March 31, 2021 | $ | |||||||
| Shares issued | ||||||||
| Balance as of March 31, 2022 | $ | |||||||
| Shares issued to the public | ||||||||
| Share warrants exercised | ||||||||
| Balance as of September 30, 2022 | ||||||||
Mr. Dharmesh Pandya, the
then sole shareholder of the Company, has subscribed to these shares and held
NOTE 17 — EARNINGS PER SHARE
Earnings per share consist of the following:
| For the 6 months period ended September 30, 2022 | March 31, 2022 | |||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| (Loss)/Profit for the year available to common shareholders | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||
| Weighted average number of common shares | ||||||||
| Par value | $ | $ | ||||||
| Earnings/(loss) per common share: | ||||||||
| Basic earnings/(loss) per common share | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||
| Diluted earnings/(loss) per common share | $ | ( | ) | $ | ( | ) | ||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 18 — ACQUISITION OF CUSTOMERS
Agreement with the Reachnet Cable Services Private Limited
The Group has acquired approximately
The Group is free to appoint any licensed service provider for provision of streaming services. There is no binding or lock-in arrangement for providing streaming services to subscribers through Reachnet. The agreement contemplates only acquisition of subscriber base and is not an agreement to acquire or purchase the business of Reachnet. The Group has ensured adequate safeguard to secure acquired customer contracts through non-compete clause and non-solicitation of subscribers clause. All non-streaming services offered by the Group will not be on a cost sharing basis with Reachnet and will be dealt with (including issuing invoice) directly by the Group.
Refer to Note 20 on modification of the Reachnet Agreement.
NOTE 19 — DECONSOLIDATION
DDC CATV Network Private Limited
The consolidated financial statements have been prepared based on the books and records maintained by the Group. However, due to non-cooperation of the management of one subsidiary, namely, DDC CATV (the “Deconsolidated Subsidiary”), the directors of the Company had been unable to obtain and gain access to the books and commercial records and assets of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary and resolved that the Group no longer had the controlling power to govern the financial and operating policies of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary so as to benefit from their activities, and accordingly the control over the Deconsolidated Subsidiary was deemed to have lost since August 1, 2022.
Loss attributable to the Company on deconsolidation of a Subsidiary:
| For the year ended March 31, 2022 | ||||
| ($) | ||||
| Fair Value Consideration receivable/received | ||||
| Less ; Lytus BVI (Groups) share of net assets at disposal | ||||
| DDC share capital at disposal | ||||
| Add : Retained earnings at disposal date | ( | ) | ||
| Total of Net assets at disposal | ( | ) | ||
| Group Share – 51% | ( | ) | ||
| Less Goodwill at acquisition date | ||||
| Total loss on deconsolidation date | ( | ) | ||
Due to the non-cooperation of the directors and management of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary, the Board has been unable to access to the books and commercial records of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary even though the Board has taken all reasonable steps and has used its best endeavors to resolve the matter. The Board is of the view that the Group does not have the records to prepare accurate and complete financial statements for Deconsolidated Subsidiary for the financial year ended March 31, 2022.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 19 — DECONSOLIDATION (cont.)
Given these circumstances,
the Directors have not consolidated the financial statements of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary in the consolidated financial statements
of the Company for the year ended March 31, 2022. As such, the results of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary for the year ended March 31,
2022, and the assets and liabilities of the Deconsolidated Subsidiary as of March 31, 2022, have not been included into the consolidated
financial statements of the Group since April 1, 2021. Considering above the liability of $
The consolidated financial statements of the Company as of and for the year ended March 31, 2021 and March 31, 2020, includes the financial statements of DDC CATV. The financial statement line items as included have been disclosed below.
| Financial Statement Line Items | March 31, 2021 | March 31, 2020 | ||||||
| (US$) | (US$) | |||||||
| Total revenue | ||||||||
| Total expenses | ||||||||
| Loss before tax | ( | ) | ||||||
| Tax expenses | ||||||||
| Loss after tax | ||||||||
| Other comprehensive loss, net of tax | ||||||||
| Total assets | ||||||||
| Total liabilities | ||||||||
| Total equity | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||
NOTE 20 — SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Management has evaluated subsequent events to determine if events or transactions occurring through, except for the disclosures related to subsequent events described below, as to which the date is February 27, 2023, the dates the financial statements were available for issuance, require potential adjustment to or disclosure in the financial statement and has concluded that all such events that would require recognition or disclosure have been recognized or disclosed.
The financial statements are
presented on the basis of its status as of September 30, 2022. However, on December 11, 2022, we entered into, and on January 17,
2023, our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) by and
between us and Reachnet, which Modification Agreement modifies the Customer Acquisition Agreement, as subsequently amended.
In connection with the Modification
Agreement, on December 12, 2022, we and Reachnet entered into, and on January 17, 2023 our board of directors approved the minutes
regarding, a Deed of Assignment (the “Deed of Assignment”), pursuant to which Reachnet assigned its interest in the Agreement
for Acquisition dated August 11, 2022, by and between Reachnet and Sri Sai Cable and Broad Band Private Limited, a subsidiary of
Reachnet (“Sri Sai” and such agreement, the “Sri Sai Agreement”), to us.
| ● | $1 million, which has been paid to the shareholders of Sri Sai, as partial payment for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; |
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 20 — SUBSEQUENT EVENTS (cont.)
| ● | $1.5 million, which is payable on or before January 31, 2023 to the shareholders of Sri Sai, for the remaining amount due to such shareholders, in consideration for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; and |
| ● | $7.5 million, which is payable, in accordance with the terms of the Sri Sai Agreement, as capital infusion for capital expenditures, in the form of convertible debentures to be issued by Sri Sai. |
The remaining consideration
of $
The Company modified its arrangement
with Reachnet, on 11 December 2022, to acquire from
On December 12, 2022, the Company
has assumed Reachnet’s obligation to make payment of $
As a result of the Modification Agreement and the Deed of Assignment, we will own and directly control the operating core assets that impact income received from subscribers, including fiber optic network, the subscriber management system, local operator network, and others. On February 27, 2023, the Board has approved the draft Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
As approved by the Board on February 27, 2023, we will deconsolidate GHSI from our consolidated financial statements with effect from March 1, 2023. The business of telemedicine in USA shall be reformatted in Lytus Health.
On June 18, 2022, we acquired
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 21 — RESTATEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ISSUED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
In connection with the process of filing its Form F-1 Registration Statement, the Company restated the accompanying financial statements and related notes for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
The note on adjustment is provided below:
On April 1, 2021, the Company has deconsolidated DDC from its financial statements. The following table represents the effects of the restatement on the accompanying consolidated balance sheet at September 30, 2021.
| As Previously Reported | Restated | Net Adjustment | ||||||||||
| ASSETS | ||||||||||||
| Total current assets | ||||||||||||
| Total non-current assets | ||||||||||||
| Total assets | ||||||||||||
| EQUITY AND LIABILITIES | ||||||||||||
| Total current liabilities | ||||||||||||
| — | — | |||||||||||
| Total non-current liabilities | ||||||||||||
| Total liabilities | ||||||||||||
| Commitments and contingenccies | ||||||||||||
| Total equity | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Total equity and liabilities | ||||||||||||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED CONDENSED FINANCIAL statementS
NOTE 21 — RESTATEMENT OF PREVIOUSLY ISSUED FINANCIAL STATEMENT (cont.)
The following table represents the effects of the restatement on the accompanying consolidated results of operations for the six months ending September 30, 2021.
Consolidated Results of Operations
| As Previously Reported | Restated | Net Adjustment | ||||||||||
| ($US) | ($US) | |||||||||||
| STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA: | ||||||||||||
| Revenue from contract with customers | ||||||||||||
| Other Income | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Total Income | ||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | ||||||||||||
| Other operating expenses | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Legal and professional expenses | ||||||||||||
| Staffing expenses | ||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortisation | ||||||||||||
| Total Expenses | ||||||||||||
| Net income | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||||
| Finance cost | ||||||||||||
| Finance income | ||||||||||||
| Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Income tax | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Net income | ( | ) | ( | ) | ( | ) | ||||||
| Other comprehensive income | ||||||||||||
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to income | — | — | — | |||||||||
| Foreign currency translation reserves, net of tax | ||||||||||||
| Total comprehensive income for the period | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Attributable to: | ||||||||||||
| Controlling interest | ( | ) | ||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | ||||||||||||
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Exhibit 99.2
MANAGEMENT’S
DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
You should read the following discussion and analysis of our financial condition as of September 30, 2022 and March 31, 2022 and results of operations for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021 in conjunction with our unaudited consolidated financial statements and the related notes included elsewhere in this Report.
Company Overview
We are a growing platform services company primarily providing content streaming/telecasting services with over eight million active users located all across India.15 Our Lytus platform provides a wide range of streaming services and telemedicine services with local assistance through local Health Centers. Through our platform, our customers are well connected via CPE devices/STBs and have access to multi-dimensional services including telemedicine service we place to offer in the future.
We believe that our strong customer base and expansive market presence position us to expand our portfolio of offerings. We have been focused on adopting and implementing technologies that can change the landscape of being a conventional streaming services provider. Partnering with those who share our passion, we strive to provide India’s semi-urban, urban population with unmatched services across the tele-healthcare.
We intend to benefit from India’s e-commerce boom and the recent tele-medicine regulation through the acquisition of Lytus Health. The management teams Lytus Health has many years of pioneering experience in telemedicine in the USA, which we believe will help us create a profitable and sustainable business model with rapid growth prospects. We believe that our deep understanding and local expertise have enabled us to create solutions that address the needs and preferences of our consumers in the most comprehensive and efficient way. We possess extensive local knowledge of the logistics and payment landscapes in the markets in which we operate, which we consider to be a key component of our success. As approved by the Board on February 27, 2023, we will deconsolidate GHSI from our consolidated financial statements with effect from March 1, 2023. The business of telemedicine in the USA shall be restructured in Lytus Health.
Key Factors For Our Performance
The following factors are the principal factors that have affected and will continue to affect our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects.
| ● | Number of Subscribers: our revenue growth and long-term profitability are affected by our ability to increase our subscriber base because we derive a substantial portion of our revenue from streaming services and via client contracts that provide subscribers access to our Lytus platform in exchange for a contractual based monthly fee. Revenue is driven primarily by the number of subscribers, the number of services contracted for by a subscriber and the contractually negotiated prices of our services and online content that is specific to that particular subscriber. We believe that increasing our subscriber base is an integral objective that will provide us with the ability to continually innovate our services and support initiatives that will enhance subscriber experiences and lead to increasing or maintaining our existing annual net dollar retention rate. The number of subscribers was 1,855,527 as of September 30, 2022, as of year ended March 31, 2022 was 1,904,450. During the six months ended September 30, 2022, the subscribers decreased by 48,923 from the March 31, 2022. The decrease in subscribers was primarily driven by competition in the OTT streaming market. However, the management believes that the decrease is marginal and will be retained when platform services are launched. |
| ● | Cluster of customized online content: the Lytus platform provides an opportunity to customize the online content to meet the needs of that particular subscriber. We plan to form partnership with other companies to develop our telemedicine business and entertainment and education online content. Revenues arising from this segment will be driven primarily by the customizable content formats aligned with the customer satisfaction. We believe that increasing our current subscriber utilization rate is a key objective in order for our subscribers to realize tangible healthcare savings with our service. |
| 15 | Calculation based upon approximately 1.9 million paid home subscribers which based on industry standards translates to more than 8 million viewers on an average of 4.6 viewers per household in India. Source: United Nations, Department of Economic and Social Affairs, Population Division (2019) — Database on Household Size and Composition 2019. Available at https://population.un.org/Household/index.html#/countries/356. |
Six months ended September 30, 2022 compared to six months ended September 30, 2021
Significant Accounting Policies
Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Basis of Deconsolidation
When events or transactions results in a loss of control over the subsidiary, the assets and liabilities of the subsidiary including any goodwill are derecognised. Amounts previously recognised in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income within “other comprehensive income” in respect of that entity are also reclassified to the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income or transferred directly to retained earnings if required by a specific Standard.
Any retained equity interest in the entity is remeasured at fair value. The difference between the carrying amount of the retained interest at the date when control is lost and its fair value is recognised in the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income.
Share Warrant Liability
We account for share warrants as either equity instruments, derivative liabilities, or liabilities in accordance with IAS 32 — Financial Instruments: Disclosure and Presentation, depending on the specific terms of the warrant agreement. Share warrants are accounted for as a derivative in accordance with IFRS 9 — Financial Instruments if the share warrants contain terms that could potentially require “net cash settlement” and therefore, do not meet the scope exception for treatment as a derivative. Share Warrant instruments that could potentially require “net cash settlement” in the absence of express language precluding such settlement are initially classified as financial liabilities at their fair values, regardless of the likelihood that such instruments will ever be settled in cash. We will continue to classify the fair value of the warrants that contain “net cash settlement” as a liability until the share warrants are exercised, expire or are amended in a way that would no longer require these warrants to be classified as a liability.
The outstanding warrants are recognized as a warrant liability on the balance sheet and measured at fair value on inception date and subsequently re-measured at each reporting period with change recognised in the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income.
Intangible assets
Separately purchased intangible assets are initially measured at cost. Intangible assets acquired in a business combination are recognized at fair value at the acquisition date. Subsequently, intangible assets are carried at cost less any accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses, if any.
The useful lives of intangible assets are assessed as either finite or indefinite. Finite-life intangible assets are amortized on a written down basis over the period of their expected useful lives. Estimated useful lives by major class of finite-life intangible assets are as follow:
| Customers acquisition | 5 Years | |
| Trademark/Copy rights | 5 Years | |
| Computer Software | 5 Years |
The amortization period and the amortization method for definite life intangible assets is reviewed annually.
For indefinite life intangible assets, the assessment of indefinite life is reviewed annually to determine whether it continues, if not, it is impaired or changed prospectively basis revised estimates.
Goodwill on acquisitions of subsidiaries represents the excess of (i) the sum of the consideration transferred, the amount of any non-controlling interest in the acquiree and the acquisition-date fair value of any previous equity interest in the acquiree over (ii) the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired. Goodwill on subsidiaries is recognised separately as intangible assets and carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses. These assets are not amortized but are tested for impairment annually.
2
Gains and losses on the disposal of subsidiaries include the carrying amount of goodwill relating to the entity sold.
IAS 38 requires an entity to recognize an intangible asset, whether purchased or self-created (at cost) if, and only if: IAS 38.21
| a. | it is probable that the future economic benefits that are attributable to the asset will flow to the entity; and |
| b. | the cost of the asset can be measured reliably. |
The probability of future economic benefits must be based on reasonable and supportable assumptions about conditions that will exist over the life of the asset. IAS 38.22 The probability recognition criterion is always considered to be satisfied for intangible assets that are acquired separately or in a business combination. IAS 38.33
Para 25 of IAS 38 provides that the price an entity pays to acquire separately an intangible asset will reflect expectations about the probability that the expected future economic benefits embodied in the asset will flow to the entity. In other words, the entity expects there to be an inflow of economic benefits, even if there is uncertainty about the timing or the amount of the inflow. Therefore, the probability recognition criteria in Para 21(a) is always considered to be satisfied for separately acquired intangible assets. Para 26 of IAS 38 provides that the costs of a separately acquired intangible asset can usually be measured reliably. This is particularly so when the purchase consideration is in the form of cash or other monetary assets.
Development costs mainly relate to developed computer software programmes. Such computer software programmes that do not form an integral part of other related hardware is treated as an intangible asset. Development costs that are directly associated with development and acquisition of computer software programmes by the Group are capitalised as intangible assets when the following criteria are met:
| ● | it is technically feasible to complete the computer software programme so that it will be available for use; |
| ● | management intends to complete the computer software programme and use or sell it; |
| ● | there is an ability to use or sell the computer software programme; |
| ● | it can be demonstrated how the computer software programme will generate probable future economic benefits; |
| ● | adequate technical, financial and other resources to complete the development and to use or sell the computer software programme are available; and |
| ● | the expenditure attributable to the computer software programme during its development can be reliably measured. |
Direct costs include salaries and benefits for employees on engineering and technical teams who are responsible for building new computer software programmes.
Expenditure that enhances or extends the performance of computer software programmes beyond their original specifications and which can be reliably measured is added to the original cost of the software. Costs associated with maintaining computer software programmes are recognised as an expense when incurred.
Completed development costs in progress are reclassified to internally developed intangible assets. These internally developed intangible assets are subsequently carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. These costs are amortised to the consolidated statements of profit or loss and other comprehensive income using a straight-line method over their estimated useful lives. Development cost in progress is not amortised.
Deferred offering costs
Deferred Offering Costs consists of legal, accounting, underwriter’s fees, and other costs incurred through the balance date that are directly related to the proposed Initial Public Offering (IPO) and that would be charged to stockholder equity upon completion of the proposed IPO. Should the proposed IPO prove unsuccessful, deferred costs and additional expenses to be incurred would be charged to operations. As of September 30, 2022 and March 31, 2022, the Company had deferred offering costs of $0 and $34,165, respectively.
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Revenue from Contract with Customers and Other Income
We derive substantially all of our revenue from usage-based fees earned from customers subscribing to our streaming/telecasting, content management services and other products. Generally, customers enter into 12-month contracts and are invoiced monthly in advance based on usage.
During the six months ended September 30, 2022, our total income of $6,484,884 comprised of operating revenue of nil and other income of $6,484,884, whereas during the six months ended September 30, 2021, our total income of $7,626,029 comprised of operating revenue of $102,013 and other income of $7,524,016. The Company has reported Other Income as a net amount after netting of amounts payable to Reachnet.
The overall decrease of $1,141,145 or 15% in Total income was primarily driven by the decrease in business of GHSI and reduced business in Other Income.
| Particulars | For the 6 months ended September 30, 2022 | For the 6 months ended September 30, 2021 | Change | |||||||||||||||||||||
| $ | % | $ | % | $ | % | |||||||||||||||||||
| STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Revenue from contract with customer | — | 102,013 | (102,013 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Other operating revenue | — | — | — | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Revenues | — | — | 102,013 | — | (102,013 | ) | (100 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
| Other Income | 6,484,884 | 100.00 | 7,524,016 | 99.00 | (1,039,132 | ) | (14 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
| Total income | 6,484,884 | 100.00 | 7,626,029 | 100.00 | (1,141,145 | ) | (15 | ) | ||||||||||||||||
During the six months ended September 30, 2022, other income was $6,484,884, an decrease of $1,039,132 or 14%, from $7,524,016 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
The revenue from contract with customers and other income consist of:
| For the 6 months ended 30 September 2022 | For the 6 months ended 30 September 2021 | Change | ||||||||||||||
| ($) | ($) | ($) | (%) | |||||||||||||
| Revenue from contract with customers | ||||||||||||||||
| Telemedicine services | — | 102,013 | 102,013 | (100 | ) | |||||||||||
| Total (A) | — | 102,013 | 102,013 | (100 | ) | |||||||||||
| Other Income | ||||||||||||||||
| Income from revenue entitlement rights | 6,124,042 | 7,258,605 | (1,134,563 | ) | (16 | ) | ||||||||||
| Sundry liabilities no longer required written back | 360,842 | 265,411 | 95,431 | 36 | ||||||||||||
| Total (B) | 6,484,884 | 7,524,016 | (1,039,132 | ) | (14 | ) | ||||||||||
| Total income (A+B) | 6,484,884 | 7,626,029 | (1,141,145 | ) | (15 | ) | ||||||||||
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Cost recognition
Costs and expenses are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary functions in the following categories:
Cost of revenue
Cost of revenue is nil for the six months ended September 30, 2022 representing a decrease of $36,001 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, from $36,001 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
| Cost of revenue | For the 6 months ended Sept 30, 2022 | For the 6 months ended Sept 30, 2021 | Changes | |||||||||||||
| (In $) | (In $) | (In $) | (In %) | |||||||||||||
| Cost of materials consumed | — | 36,001 | (36,001 | ) | -100 | |||||||||||
| — | 36,001 | (36,001 | ) | -100 | ||||||||||||
Costs of revenue are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary function.
Staffing Expenses
For the six-month ended September 30, 2022, the staffing costs is nil, representing a decrease of $205,574 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, from $205,574 for the six months period ended September 30, 2021.
Amortisation and other expenses
Other operating expenses consist primarily of general and administrative expenses like electricity, software running expenses, repairs and maintenance, travelling expenses etc. For the six months ended September 30, 2022, we incurred legal and professional expenses of $1,721,061, amortization costs of $5,623,417 and other operating expenses of $145,314, while during the six months ended September 30, 2021, we incurred legal and professional expenses of $225,566, amortization costs of $6,015,398 and other operating expenses of $341,062.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Our projected cash needs and projected sources of liquidity depend upon, among other things, our actual results, and the timing and amount of our expenditures. As we continue to grow our subscriber base, we expect an initial funding period to grow new products as well as negative working capital impacts from the timing of device-related cash flows when we provide the devices to customers pursuant to equipment installment plans.
Off-balance Sheet Arrangements
Under SEC regulations, we are required to disclose off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, such as changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources that are material to investors. An off-balance sheet arrangement means a transaction, agreement or contractual arrangement to which any entity that is not consolidated with us is a party, under which we have:
| ● | Any obligation under certain guarantee contracts, |
| ● | Any retained or contingent interest in assets transferred to an unconsolidated entity or similar arrangement that serves as credit, liquidity or market risk support to that entity for such assets, |
| ● | Any obligation under a contract that would be accounted for as a derivative instrument, except that it is both indexed to our stock and classified in shareholder equity in our statement of financial position, |
| ● | Any obligation arising out of a material variable interest held by us in an unconsolidated entity that provides financing, liquidity, market risk or credit risk support to us, or engages in leasing, hedging or research and development services with us. |
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| ● | We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements that we are required to disclose pursuant to these regulations. In the ordinary course of business, we enter into operating lease commitments, and other contractual obligations. These transactions are recognized in our financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States. |
| ● | We have not entered into any financial guarantees or other commitments to guarantee the payment obligations of any third parties. We have not entered into any derivative contracts that are indexed to our shares and classified as shareholder’s equity, or that are not reflected in our consolidated financial statements. Furthermore, we do not have any retained or contingent interest in assets transferred to an unconsolidated entity that serves as credit, liquidity or market risk support to such entity. We do not have any variable interest in any unconsolidated entity that provides financing, liquidity, market risk or credit support to us or engages in leasing, hedging or research and development services with us. |
The preparation of these Consolidated Condensed financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. We continually evaluate our estimates, including those related to the allowance for doubtful accounts, the useful life of property and equipment, assumptions used in assessing impairment of long-term assets, and valuation of deferred tax assets, fair value estimation of warrants and critical judgement over capitalization of internally developed intangible assets and development cost in progress.
We base our estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that we believed to be reasonable under the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Any future changes to these estimates and assumptions could cause a material change to our reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets and liabilities. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions4.
Trade and other receivable
Assessment as to whether the trade receivables and other receivables from Reachnet are impaired: When measuring Expected Credit Loss (ECL) of receivables and other receivables related to Reachnet the Group uses reasonable and supportable information, which is based on assumptions for the future movement of different economic drivers and how these drivers will affect each other. Probability of default constitutes a key input in measuring ECL. Probability of default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon, the calculation of which includes historical data, assumptions and expectations of future conditions. Refer to note on Subsequent Event, in respect of modification of the Acquisition of Customer Agreement from Reachnet. The terms of modification should be conclusive by the March 10, 2023, upon executing the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
The payment protocols with respect to the Telecast and OTT services are very closely regulated by the Ministry of Telecommunications along with other departments of the Government of India. The payment gateways reporting protocols for the cable industry are very robust, with most of the transactional interactions with the customers in this industry being subject to independent audits by the government. Payments processed online by customers electronically are reported promptly.
Given that Reachnet is an ongoing operations partner of Lytus India with respect to the telecasting business, the collectability of the amounts does not pose a significant risk for the following reasons:
| 1. | Reachnet is a licensed cable company and is regularly audited by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. These audits regularly confirm number of subscribers and subscriptions fees reported in the Nationwide SMS platform (Subscriber Management Platform); |
| 2. | The Management of the Company and Reachnet have implemented protocols requiring the finance teams of both companies to closely monitor the amounts receivable and payable providing relevant confirmations periodically; |
| 4 | Under IFRS 1, the Group is required to make estimates and assumptions in presentation and preparation of the financial statements for the six-month ended September 30, 2022 and for six months period ended September 30, 2021. |
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| 3. | To the extent that Reachnet is unable to collect or pay the amounts owed to the Company, the Company has the ability to set those amounts off against any future payments to Reachnet in conjunction with the ongoing operations of the company; |
| 4. | The Company has the ability to take legal action against Reachnet and or its directors for non-payment of dues owed to the Company. Under Indian law, remedies pursued against the management of Reachnet can be both civil remedies as well as remedies under the Indian Penal Code; and |
| 5. | Upon ending of the lockdown and reconciliation of all payments with Reachnet, the Company intends to implement a direct billing system with its customers so that it has better visibility and control over revenue streams from customers. |
Please refer accounting policy relating to intangible asset for assumptions and estimates. Please refer to Note on Subsequent Event for further modification to the arrangement with Reachnet.
On December 11, 2022, we entered into, and on January 17, 2023, our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) by and between us and Reachnet, which Modification Agreement modifies the Customer Acquisition Agreement, as subsequently amended. Pursuant to the Modification Agreement, we and Reachnet have agreed that we will acquire one million of Reachnet’s subsidiary’s subscribers, as well as Reachnet’s subsidiary’s core business assets that are needed to serve those one million subscribers. The previous agreement between us and Reachnet provided that we would acquire approximately 1.8 million of Reachnet’s customers for $58.29 million; under the Modification Agreement, we will instead acquire one million of Reachnet’s customers for consideration of $11.5 million.
In connection with the Modification Agreement, on December 12, 2022, we and Reachnet entered into, and on January 17, 2023 our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Deed of Assignment (the “Deed of Assignment”), pursuant to which Reachnet assigned its interest in the Agreement for Acquisition dated August 11, 2022, by and between Reachnet and Sri Sai Cable and Broad Band Private Limited, a subsidiary of Reachnet (“Sri Sai” and such agreement, the “Sri Sai Agreement”), to us. Pursuant to such arrangement, as modified, we have been assigned one million subscribers and a 51% equity interest in Sri Sai. We have assumed Reachnet’s payment obligations under the Sri Sai Agreement, which total $10 million, consisting of:
| ● | $1 million, which has been paid to the shareholders of Sri Sai, as partial payment for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; |
| ● | $1.5 million, which is payable on or before January 31, 2023 to the shareholders of Sri Sai, for the remaining amount due to such shareholders, in consideration for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; and |
| ● | $7.5 million, which is payable, in accordance with the terms of the Sri Sai Agreement, as capital infusion for capital expenditures, in the form of convertible debentures to be issued by Sri Sai. |
The remaining consideration of $1.5 million will be retained by us as reserved and payable to Reachnet in consideration for 0.1 million additional subscribers, along with core business assets to serve those 0.1 million additional subscribers.
As a result of the Modification Agreement and the Deed of Assignment, we will own and directly control the operating core assets that impact income received from subscribers, including fiber optic network, the subscriber management system, local operator network, and others. The effect of the modification shall be provided when the Company has entered into Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai and there has been an effective transfer of shares in the name of the Company. On February 27, 2023, the Board of the Company and Sri Sai have approved the draft Share Purchase Agreement, which should be executed on or before March 10, 2023.
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Impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets excluding goodwill:
At each reporting date, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its property, plant and equipment and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where the asset does not generate cash flows that are independent from other assets, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. When a reasonable and consistent basis of allocation can be identified, corporate assets are also allocated to individual cash-generating units, or otherwise they are allocated to the smallest group of cash-generating units for which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis can be identified.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life are tested for impairment at least annually and whenever there is an indication at the end of a reporting period that the asset may be impaired.
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted. of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease and to the extent that the impairment loss is greater than the related revaluation surplus, the excess impairment loss is recognized in profit or loss.
Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss to the extent that it eliminates the impairment loss which has been recognized for the asset in prior years. Any increase in excess of this amount is treated as a revaluation increase.”
Assessment as to whether the trade receivables and other receivables from Reachnet are impaired
When measuring Expected Credit Loss (ECL) of receivables and other receivables related to Reachnet the Group uses reasonable and supportable information, which is based on assumptions for the future movement of different economic drivers and how these drivers will affect each other. Probability of default constitutes a key input in measuring ECL. Probability of default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon, the calculation of which includes historical data, assumptions and expectations of future conditions. Refer to note on Subsequent Event, in respect of modification of the Acquisition of Customer Agreement from Reachnet. The terms of modification should be conclusive by the March 10, 2023, upon executing the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
A widespread health crisis could adversely affect the global economy, resulting in an economic downturn that could impact demand for our services. The future impact of the outbreak is highly uncertain and cannot be predicted and there is no assurance that the outbreak will not have a material adverse impact on the future results of the Company. The extent of the impact, if any, will depend on future developments, including actions taken to contain the coronavirus.
Refer to Note on Modification Agreement with Reachnet, wherein which the closing balances receivable from Reachnet shall be netted off to the extent of the modified arrangement. The terms of modification should be conclusive by the March 10, 2023, upon executing the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
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Results of Operations
The following table sets forth a summary of the consolidated results of operations of the Company for the six months indicated, both in absolute amount and as a percentage of its total revenues.
| For the 6 months period ended 30 September 2022 | For the 6 months period ended 30 September 2021 | Changes | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| $ | % | $ | % | $ | % | |||||||||||||||||||
| STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS DATA: | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Revenue from contract with customers | 0 | 0 | % | 102,013 | 1 | % | (102,013 | ) | -100 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Other Income | 6,484,884 | 100 | % | 7,524,016 | 99 | % | (1,039,132 | ) | -14 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Total Income | 6,484,884 | 100 | % | 7,626,029 | 100 | % | (1,141,145 | ) | -15 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Cost of revenue | 0 | 0 | 36,001 | 0 | (36,001 | ) | -100 | % | ||||||||||||||||
| Other operating expenses | 145,314 | 2 | % | 341,062 | 5 | % | 195,748 | -57 | % | |||||||||||||||
| Legal and professional expenses | 1,721,061 | 27 | % | 225,566 | 3 | % | 1,495,495 | 663 | % | |||||||||||||||
| Staffing expenses | — | 0 | % | 205,574 | 3 | % | (205,574 | ) | -100 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Depreciation and amortisation | 5,623,417 | 87 | % | 6,015,398 | 92 | % | (391,981 | ) | -7 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Total Expenses | 7,489,792 | 6,823,601 | 666,191 | 10 | % | |||||||||||||||||||
| Operating (loss)/income | (1,004,908 | ) | -15 | % | 802,428 | 12 | % | (1,807,336 | ) | 225 | % | |||||||||||||
| Finance expenses | 164,583 | 3 | % | 220,376 | 3 | % | 55,793 | 25 | % | |||||||||||||||
| Loss before income tax | (1,169,491 | ) | -18 | % | 582,052 | 9 | % | (1,751,543 | ) | -301 | % | |||||||||||||
| Income tax expenses | 550,606 | 8 | % | 766,173 | 12 | % | (215,567 | ) | -28 | % | ||||||||||||||
| Net loss after tax available to common shareholders | (1,720,097 | ) | -30 | % | (184,121 | ) | -3 | % | (1,535,976 | ) | 834 | % | ||||||||||||
| Other comprehensive income | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Items that may be reclassified subsequently to income | — | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Exchange difference on foreign currency translation of subsidiaries, net of tax | 942,137 | 344,958 | 597,179 | 173 | % | |||||||||||||||||||
| Total comprehensive (loss)/income for the period | (777,960 | ) | 160,837 | (938,797 | ) | -584 | % | |||||||||||||||||
| Attributable to: | — | 0 | — | |||||||||||||||||||||
| Controlling interest | (777,960 | ) | 156,368 | (934,328 | ) | -598 | % | |||||||||||||||||
| Non-controlling interest | — | 4,469 | (4,469 | ) | -100 | % | ||||||||||||||||||
| Basic loss per common share | (0.05 | ) | (0.01 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Diluted loss per common share | (0.05 | ) | (0.01 | ) | ||||||||||||||||||||
Revenue from contract with customers
We derive substantially all of our revenue from usage-based fees earned from customers subscribing to our streaming, content management services and other products. Generally, customers enter into 12-month contracts and are invoiced monthly in advance based on usage.
Lytus India, our wholly-own subsidiary in India, did not have significant operations during the six months ended September 30, 2022.
For the six months ended September 30, 2022, Lytus Group had no operating revenue, as compared to approximately $102,013 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
The Company has derived revenue from telemedicine services for the six months period ended September 30, 2021.
Other Income/Application of IFRS 15
We had other income of approximately $6.5 million, net for the six months ended September 30, 2022, as compared with approximately $7.5 million, net for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
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The Company recorded, for the six months ended September 30, 2022, the Other Income of $6,124,042 and for the six months ended September 30, 2021, the Other income of $7,258,605, representing a decrease of 1,134,563. The Company has reported Other Income as a net amount after netting of amounts payable to Reachnet.
“Other Income” treatment is based on the applicable IFRS rules for the following reasons:
| ● | For the six months ended September 30, 2022 and the six months ended September 30, 2021: The revenue recognized under IFRS 15 is presented as Other Income since Reachnet had provided services to Company’s customers during that period under the Management Services Agreement4 |
The Company’s financial performance was substantially similar to its previous year. The other income more or less similar when compared to the prior year.
The Company intends to continue growing its subscriber base through strategic identified acquisitions and partnerships. It also intends to grow its revenue base through increased offerings in the Telemedicine space.
The following table presented Company’s other income disaggregated by service lines for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021:
| Other income | For the 6 months period September 30, 2022 | For the 6 months period September 30, 2021 | Difference (in $) | Difference in % | ||||||||||||
| Other income assignment fees | 6,124,042 | 7,258,605 | (1,134,563 | ) | -16 | % | ||||||||||
| Sundry Balances written back | 360,842 | 265,411 | 95,431 | 36 | % | |||||||||||
| 6,484,884 | 7,524,016 | (1,039,132 | ) | -14 | % | |||||||||||
Cost recognition
Costs and expenses are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary functions in the following categories:
Cost of revenue
Cost of revenue consists primarily of cost of materials consumed, broadcaster/subscription fees and leaseline charges. It consists primarily of cost of materials consumed ($56,063); broadcaster/subscription fees ($394,471); and leaseline charges ($102,003) for the six-month ended September 30, 2022, as compared to primarily of cost of materials consumed ($144,274); broadcaster/subscription fees ($535,025); and leaseline charges ($83,158) for the same period ended September 30, 2021. Costs of revenue are recognized when incurred and have been classified according to their primary function.
The following table presented Company’s cost of revenue disaggregated by service lines for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and 2021:
| Cost of revenue | For the period ended Sept 30, 2022 | For the period ended Sept 30, 2021 | Changes | |||||||||||||
| (In USD) | (In USD) | (In USD) | (In %) | |||||||||||||
| Cost of materials consumed | — | 36,001 | (36,001 | ) | -100 | % | ||||||||||
| — | 36,001 | (36,001 | ) | -100 | % | |||||||||||
| 4 | Management believes that the income is correctly recognized as per the provisions of IFRS 15.9. Please refer to ASC 606-10-55-37A and IFRS 15.B35A, wherein Lytus India has the control for allocating “a right to a service to be performed by the other party [Reachnet], which gives the entity [Lytus India] the ability to direct that party to provide the service to the customer on the entity’s behalf.” |
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Staffing Expenses
For the six-month ended September 30, 2022, the staffing costs is nil, representing a decrease of $205,574 for the six months ended September 30, 2022, from $205,574 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
Amortisation and other expenses
Other operating expenses consist primarily of general and administrative expenses like electricity, software running expenses, repairs and maintenance, travelling expenses etc. For the six months ended September 30, 2022, we incurred legal and professional expenses of $1,721,061, amortization costs of $5,623,417 and other operating expenses of $145,314, while during the six months ended September 30, 2021, we incurred legal and professional expenses of $225,566, amortization costs of $6,015,398 and other operating expenses of $341,062.
Income Taxes
Deferred tax related to the translations of foreign operations of Lytus India from INR to USD has been calculated at the rate of the jurisdiction in which a subsidiaries are situated, i.e. in India (at the rate of 25.17%).
During the six-month ended September 30, 2022, our income tax expenses of $550,606, includes current tax of $734,243 and deferred tax of $(183,637), as compared with income tax expenses of $766,173 during six months period ended September 30, 2021, includes current tax of $382,307 and deferred tax of $383,866.
Going Concern, Liquidity and Capital Resources
Note on Going Concern:
Negative working capital and Cash Flow
The Company has negative cash used in operating activities to the extent of $2,279,516 as of September 30, 2022, and negative cash used in operating activities to the extent of $734,550 as of September 30, 2021. Upon successful transition of subscribers pursuant to the terms of the customer acquisition agreement (the “Customer Acquisition Agreement”) between Reachnet and Lytus India, we expect to be able to carry out our operations in the normal course of business and generate approximately Rs.130 ($1.80) in streaming subscription fees from each of our approximately 1.9 million customer connections, as prescribed by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India guidelines. For more information on the Customer Acquisition Agreement, see “Business Overview — Reachnet Agreement.” We believe that this will enable us to improve our cash position significantly.
The intermittent inability to process accounts receivables and receive cash payments has resulted in liquidity issues. However, we, in collaboration with Reachnet’s management, has taken necessary steps, including communicating with all relevant commercial partners, seeking deferral of its payment obligations where possible, to mitigate our liquidity issues. From an operations perspective, there was no significant impact on the Company as the number of subscribers remained unchanged. Reachnet continued to collect fees from our customers in the interim and was paid its 61% of collected revenue in the interim period. Accordingly, we represented that there was no significant operational impact resulting from the deferred settlement agreement.
On December 10, 2020, we engaged an independent third-party reviewer/consultant to carry out a routine systems audit of Reachnet’s operations before completing final payments under the Customer Acquisition Agreement. On February 5, 2021, Lytus India and Reachnet entered into the Third Supplemental Agreement to the Customer Acquisition Agreement, pursuant to which the parties agreed to settle, on a good faith basis, payments due under the Customer Acquisition Agreement upon completion of the third party’s systems and operational review of Reachnet and its subscribers. The commercial terms to the Customer Acquisition Agreement remained intact and were not subject to any contingency. There was no operational impact on us on account of the proposed review, as Reachnet continued to provide services and collect payments from our customers pending this review.
The independent review commenced on April 1, 2021, and with relaxation of the lockdown restrictions, the final phase of the review was completed on April 28, 2022, and a report on the findings (the “Reachnet Report”) was provided to us on April 28, 2022.
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The Reachnet Report:
| ● | Confirmed and verified the physical veracity and operational functionality of the Nationwide Subscriber Management Systems currently deployed by Reachnet and the accuracy of Reachnet’s periodic reporting of data to relevant management teams; |
| ● | Confirmed and verified the operational metrics of the headend/broadcasting equipment that is used by Reachnet in all of the major metros in Maharashtra; and |
| ● | Verified the following as accurate: in the States of West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Haryana, New Delhi (National Capital Region) and rural parts of Maharashtra and Karnataka: |
| ● | the location and functionality of overhead fiber in each of these regions; |
| ● | the location and functionality of underground fiber in each of these regions; |
| ● | the functionality of all nodes in smaller metros where Reachnet has its offices; |
| ● | the technology redundancy review of protocols of all servers, including aging and expected timelines for renewal of equipment in each of these regions; |
| ● | the lists of final active customers in each of these regions; and |
| ● | the local cable office resources of Reachnet in each of these regions. |
The Reachnet Report also validates and certifies the viability of Reachnet’s operational systems nationwide. As a result of the findings of the Reachnet Report, we do not anticipate any amendment or material adjustment to the consideration of $58.29 million payable under the Customer Acquisition Agreement as of March 31, 2022. We expect that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. Accordingly, we intend to settle 50% of the payment obligation on or before March 31, 2023 and the remaining 50% on or before March 31, 2024.
At the next meetings of the respective boards of directors of us and Reachnet, it is expected that the following steps will be completed based upon the advice of the consultants and in compliance with all applicable requirements of the laws of India:
| ● | Both parties will determine the total receivables as of the date of settlement. |
| ● | Reachnet will pay us all amounts due (approximately $50.94 million) as of March 31, 2024 |
| ● | Once the implementation of a payment settlement is complete, we will, on a going-forward basis, directly bill subscribers and maintain direct relationships with the local agents responsible for collecting subscription revenue from customers. |
Based on the conclusions of the Reachnet Report, we believe our commercial arrangement with Reachnet was not materially impacted, and that final settlement of the Customer Acquisition Agreement will have no material impact on our results of operations or result in any material adjustments to the purchase price, or in any contracts or our relationships with customers.
On December 11, 2022, we entered into, and on January 17, 2023, our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) by and between us and Reachnet, which Modification Agreement modifies the Customer Acquisition Agreement, as subsequently amended. Pursuant to the Modification Agreement, we and Reachnet have agreed that we will acquire one million of Reachnet’s subsidiary’s subscribers, as well as Reachnet’s subsidiary’s core business assets that are needed to serve those one million subscribers. The previous agreement between us and Reachnet provided that we would acquire approximately 1.8 million of Reachnet’s customers for $58.29 million; under the Modification Agreement, we will instead acquire one million of Reachnet’s customers for consideration of $11.5 million.
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In connection with the Modification Agreement, on December 12, 2022, we and Reachnet entered into, and on January 17, 2023 our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Deed of Assignment (the “Deed of Assignment”), pursuant to which Reachnet assigned its interest in the Agreement for Acquisition dated August 11, 2022, by and between Reachnet and Sri Sai Cable and Broad Band Private Limited, a subsidiary of Reachnet (“Sri Sai” and such agreement, the “Sri Sai Agreement”), to us. Pursuant to such arrangement, as modified, we have been assigned one million subscribers and a 51% equity interest in Sri Sai. We have assumed Reachnet’s payment obligations under the Sri Sai Agreement, which total $10 million, consisting of:
| ● | $1 million, which has been paid to the shareholders of Sri Sai, as partial payment for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; |
| ● | $1.5 million, which is payable on or before January 31, 2023 to the shareholders of Sri Sai, for the remaining amount due to such shareholders, in consideration for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; and |
| ● | $7.5 million, which is payable, in accordance with the terms of the Sri Sai Agreement, as capital infusion for capital expenditures, in the form of convertible debentures to be issued by Sri Sai. |
The remaining consideration of $1.5 million will be retained by us as reserved and payable to Reachnet in consideration for 0.1 million additional subscribers, along with core business assets to serve those 0.1 million additional subscribers.
As a result of the Modification Agreement and the Deed of Assignment, we will own and directly control the operating core assets that impact income received from subscribers, including fiber optic network, the subscriber management system, local operator network, and others. However, the financials are presented on the basis of its status as of September 30, 2022. Further, the modification agreement is dependent upon the effective transfer of shares of Sri Sai, which should happen by March 10, 2023 and the modification shall become effective upon execution of the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
Large Payment Obligation by the Company
On September 30, 2022, under the terms of its Customer Acquisition Agreement with Reachnet, the Company is obligated to make payments to Reachnet. The Company intend to settle 50% of the payments obligation of Reachnet under the contract on or before March 31, 2023 and the remaining 50% on or before March 31, 2024.
Under the terms of the agreement with Reachnet, the Company was also scheduled to receive ‘Other Receivables’ due of $54,343,241 for the six months period ended September 30, 2022 ($50,939,090 for the year ended March 31, 2022) from Reachnet, as reflected in its books of accounts. It is expected to be received on or before March 31, 2023. The Company expects that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. Upon such settlement, the company expects to have sufficient available cash to be able to meet its current liabilities associated with the business. Refer to Note 3A on Other Income.
The Consolidated Condensed financial statements do not include any adjustments to the carrying amounts and classification of assets, liabilities, and reported expenses that may be necessary if the Company were unable to continue as a going concern.
Furthermore, the Company is contemplating discussions with Reachnet’s Management to consider modifying its agreement with Reachnet by offering Reachnet stock in lieu of its current payment obligations. This modification, if implemented, should help substantially mitigate cash liquidity requirements for the Company.
Based on the above, we believe that upon lifting of the COVID-19 lockdown restrictions in India, the Company’s available potential cash balances should be sufficient to meet its requirements to carry out its operations effectively. After this offering, the Company may decide to enhance its liquidity position or increase its cash reserve for future investments through additional capital and finance funding.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources:
The components of cash flow for the six months period ended September 30, 2022 and September 30, 2021.
| Particulars | For the period ended 30 September 2022 | For the period ended 30 September 2021 | ||||||
| Net cash used in operating activities | (2,279,516 | ) | (734,550 | ) | ||||
| Net cash used in investing activities | (5,064,593 | ) | (160,000 | ) | ||||
| Net cash provided by financing activities | 11,355,747 | 893,177 | ||||||
| Exchange rate effect on cash | (8,225 | ) | (1 | ) | ||||
| Net cash inflow (outflow) | 4,003,413 | (1,374 | ) | |||||
Cash (used in) Operating Activities
Net cash used in operating activities was $2,279,516 for the six-month ended September 30, 2022.
Cash used in operating activities for the six months ended September 30, 2022 consisted primarily of non-cash adjustments for amortization and depreciation of $5,623,417. Further, it consists of ‘changes in other receivable’ of ($7,214,286) and other current liabilities of ($1,219,181).
Net cash used in operating activities was $734,550 for the six-month ended September 30, 2021. Cash used in operating activities for the six months period ended September 30, 2021 consisted primarily of non-cash adjustments for amortization and depreciation of $6,015,398. Further, it consists of ‘changes in other receivables’ of ($8,565,153) and other current liabilities of $1,428,404.
Cash (used in) provided by Investing Activities
Net cash used in investing activities was $5,064,593 for the six months period ended September 30, 2022. The investment activity was primarily comprised of purchase of property, plant and equipment of $5,064,593.
Net cash used in investing activities was $160,000 for the six months period ended September 30, 2021. The investment activity was primarily comprised of purchase of property, plant and equipment of $160,000.
Cash provided by (used in) Financing Activities
Net cash provided by financing activities was $11,355,747 for the six months period ended September 30, 2022. During the period, the proceeds from issue of equity is $12,468,011 and repayment of short term borrowings of ($1,000,000).
Net cash provided by financing activities was $893,177 for the six months period ended September 30, 2021. During the period, cash provided financing activities consisted of proceeds from short term borrowings of 947,802.
Note on Liquidity and Capital Resources
The principal amount of our debt as of September 30, 2022, was $37,662 and as of March 31, 2022 was $1,038,155.
Our projected cash needs and projected sources of liquidity depend upon, among other things, our actual results, and the timing and amount of our expenditures. As we continue to grow our subscriber base, we expect an initial funding period to grow new products as well as negative working capital impacts from the timing of device-related cash flows when we provide the devices to customers pursuant to equipment instalment plans.
Under the terms of the agreement with Reachnet, we were also scheduled to receive ‘Other Receivables’ due of approximately $54.34 million as of September 30, 2022 ($50.9 million as of March 31, 2022) from Reachnet, as reflected in its books of accounts. We expect that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. We expect that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. Upon such settlement, we expect to have sufficient available cash to be able to meet our current liabilities associated with the business.
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We expect to utilize free cash flow, cash on hand, and availability under our credit facilities, as well as future refinancing transactions to further extend the maturities of our obligations. The timing and terms of any refinancing transactions will be subject to market conditions among other considerations. Additionally, we may, from time to time, and depending on market conditions and other factors, use cash on hand and the proceeds from securities offerings or other borrowings to retire our debt through open market purchases, privately negotiated purchases, tender offers or redemption provisions. We believe we have sufficient liquidity from cash on hand, free cash flow and access to the capital markets to fund our projected cash needs.
We continue to evaluate the deployment of our cash on hand and anticipated future free cash flow including to invest in our business growth and other strategic opportunities, including mergers and acquisitions as well as stock repurchases and dividends.
As possible acquisitions, swaps or dispositions arise, we actively review them against our objectives including, among other considerations, improving the operational efficiency, geographic clustering of assets, product development or technology capabilities of our business and achieving appropriate return targets, and we may participate to the extent we believe these possibilities present attractive opportunities. However, there can be no assurance that we will actually complete any acquisitions, dispositions or system swaps, or that any such transactions will be material to our operations or results.
On June 17, 2022, we consummated our initial public offering and listing on NASDAQ. We have listed our common shares on the NASDAQ Capital Market under the trading symbol “LYT”. We raised gross proceeds of $12.40 million from the initial public offering of 2,609,474 shares at $4.75 per common share and raised gross proceeds of $1.86 million from the of 391,421 shares pursuant to the underwriter’s overallotment option at $4.75 per common share (for aggregate gross proceeds of $14.25 million).
Intangible Assets and Goodwill
The amortization expense on the customer acquisition costs is $5,623,417 for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and $6,015,398 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
Contractual Obligations and Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
On September 30, 2022, under the terms of our Customer Acquisition Agreement with Reachnet, we are obligated to make payments to Reachnet. We intend to settle 50% of the payment obligation of Reachnet under the contract on or before March 31, 2023 and the remaining 50% on or before March 31, 2024. This contractual obligation shall be amended on the basis of the modified arrangement. Refer to the notes on Subsequent Event in relation to the modified terms of the arrangement. The modification agreement shall be effective upon execution of the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai, which should be executed on or before March 10, 2023.
Under the terms of the agreement with Reachnet, we were also scheduled to receive ‘Other Receivables’ due of approximately $54.34 million as of September 30, 2022 ($50.9 million as of March 31, 2022) from Reachnet, as reflected in its books of accounts. We expect that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. We expect that this settlement will be implemented as soon as possible, upon the conclusion of the third party review report. Upon such settlement, we expect to have sufficient available cash to be able to meet our current liabilities associated with the business. Refer to Note 3A on Other Income.
As of March 31, 2022, we have not decided to offset the balances payable.
As of the six months ended September 30, 2022, the Company has not decided to offset the balances payable.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
Substantially all of our operations are within India and the United States, and we are exposed to market risks in the ordinary course of our business, including the effects of foreign currency fluctuations, interest rate changes and inflation. Information relating to quantitative and qualitative disclosures about these market risks is set forth below.
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Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risk
As a result of our international operations, primarily in India and the United States, we are exposed to currency translation impacts. Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar. The functional currency of the Company is the U.S. dollar and the functional currency of Lytus India, which generate the majority of our revenue, is the Indian Rupees (“INR”). The financial statements of our subsidiaries whose functional currency is the INR are translated to U.S. dollars using period end rates of exchange for assets and liabilities, average rate of exchange for revenue and expenses and cash flows, and at historical exchange rates for equity. As a result, as the Rupee depreciates or appreciates against the U.S. dollar, our revenue presented in U.S. dollars, as well as our Dollar-Based Net Expansion Rate, will be negatively or positively affected. Constant Currency Dollar-Based Net Expansion Rate is calculated using fixed exchange rates to remove the impact of foreign currency translations.
As a result of foreign currency translations, which are a non-cash adjustment, we reported foreign currency translation of subsidiaries, net of tax of $1,007,050 for the six months ended September 30, 2022 and $344,958 for the six months ended September 30, 2021.
Interest Rate Sensitivity
Cash and short-term investments were held primarily in bank and time deposits. The fair value of our cash and short-term investments would not be significantly affected by either an increase or decrease in interest rates due mainly to the short-term nature of these instruments.
Inflation
We do not believe that inflation has had a material effect on our business, financial condition or results of operations. We continue to monitor the impact of inflation in order to minimize its effects through pricing strategies, productivity improvements and cost reductions. If our costs were to become subject to significant inflationary pressures, we may not be able to fully offset such higher costs through price increases. Our inability or failure to do so could harm our business, financial condition and results of operations.
Consolidated Condensed Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
The consolidated condensed financial statements begin on page F-1.
Critical Accounting Estimates
Under IFRS 1, the Group is required to make estimates and assumptions in presentation and preparation of the financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2022 and March 31, 2021.
Key estimates considered in preparation of the financial statement that were not required under the previous GAAP are listed below:
Fair Valuation of financial instruments carried at Fair Value Through Profit or Loss (“FVTPL”) and/or Fair Value Through Other Comprehensive Income (“FVOCI”). See Note 1 on Financial Instruments on page F-11 – F-13 for additional discussion on FVTPL and FVOCI.
Impairment of financial assets based on the expected credit loss model.
Determination of the discounted value for financial instruments carried at amortized cost.
Fair value estimation of share warrants.
Critical judgement over capitalisation of internally developed intangible assets and development cost in progress.
Assessment as to whether the trade receivables and other receivables from Reachnet are impaired
When measuring Expected Credit Loss (ECL) of receivables and other receivables related to Reachnet the Group uses reasonable and supportable information, which is based on assumptions for the future movement of different economic drivers and how these drivers will affect each other. Probability of default constitutes a key input in measuring ECL. Probability of default is an estimate of the likelihood of default over a given time horizon, the calculation of which includes historical data, assumptions and expectations of future conditions.
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A widespread health crisis could adversely affect the global economy, resulting in an economic downturn that could impact demand for our services. The future impact of the outbreak is highly uncertain and cannot be predicted and there is no assurance that the outbreak will not have a material adverse impact on the future results of the Company. The extent of the impact, if any, will depend on future developments, including actions taken to contain the coronavirus.
| ● | Impairment of property and equipment and intangible assets excluding goodwill |
At each reporting date, the Group reviews the carrying amounts of its property, plant and equipment and intangible assets to determine whether there is any indication that those assets have suffered an impairment loss. If any such indication exists, the recoverable amount of the asset is estimated to determine the extent of the impairment loss (if any). Where the asset does not generate cash flows that are independent from other assets, the Group estimates the recoverable amount of the cash-generating unit to which the asset belongs. When a reasonable and consistent basis of allocation can be identified, corporate assets are also allocated to individual cash-generating units, or otherwise they are allocated to the smallest group of cash-generating units for which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis can be identified.
Intangible assets with an indefinite useful life are tested for impairment at least annually and whenever there is an indication at the end of a reporting period that the asset may be impaired.
Recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs of disposal and value in use. In assessing value in use, the estimated future cash flows are discounted to their present value using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money and the risks specific to the asset for which the estimates of future cash flows have not been adjusted.
If the recoverable amount of an asset (or cash-generating unit) is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss, unless the relevant asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation decrease and to the extent that the impairment loss is greater than the related revaluation surplus, the excess impairment loss is recognized in profit or loss.
Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset (or cash-generating unit) is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset (or cash-generating unit) in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognized immediately in profit or loss to the extent that it eliminates the impairment loss which has been recognized for the asset in prior years. Any increase in excess of this amount is treated as a revaluation increase.
Subsequent events
Management has evaluated subsequent events to determine if events or transactions occurring through, except for the disclosures related to subsequent events described below, as to which the date is February 27, 2023, the dates the financial statements were available for issuance, require potential adjustment to or disclosure in the financial statement and has concluded that all such events that would require recognition or disclosure have been recognized or disclosed.
The financial statements are presented on the basis of its status as of September 30, 2022. However, on December 11, 2022, we entered into, and on January 17, 2023, our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Modification Agreement (the “Modification Agreement”) by and between us and Reachnet, which Modification Agreement modifies the Customer Acquisition Agreement, as subsequently amended. Pursuant to the Modification Agreement, we and Reachnet have agreed that we will acquire one million of Reachnet’s subsidiary’s subscribers, as well as Reachnet’s subsidiary’s core business assets that are needed to serve those one million subscribers. The previous agreement between us and Reachnet provided that we would acquire approximately 1.8 million of Reachnet’s customers for $58.29 million; under the Modification Agreement, we will instead acquire one million of Reachnet’s customers for consideration of $11.5 million.
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In connection with the Modification Agreement, on December 12, 2022, we and Reachnet entered into, and on January 17, 2023 our board of directors approved the minutes regarding, a Deed of Assignment (the “Deed of Assignment”), pursuant to which Reachnet assigned its interest in the Agreement for Acquisition dated August 11, 2022, by and between Reachnet and Sri Sai Cable and Broad Band Private Limited, a subsidiary of Reachnet (“Sri Sai” and such agreement, the “Sri Sai Agreement”), to us. Pursuant to such arrangement, as modified, we have been assigned one million subscribers and a 51% equity interest in Sri Sai. We have assumed Reachnet’s payment obligations under the Sri Sai Agreement, which total $10 million, consisting of:
| ● | $1 million, which has been paid to the shareholders of Sri Sai, as partial payment for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; |
| ● | $1.5 million, which is payable on or before January 31, 2023 to the shareholders of Sri Sai, for the remaining amount due to such shareholders, in consideration for our 51% equity interest in Sri Sai; and |
| ● | $7.5 million, which is payable, in accordance with the terms of the Sri Sai Agreement, as capital infusion for capital expenditures, in the form of convertible debentures to be issued by Sri Sai. |
The remaining consideration of $1.5 million will be retained by us as reserved and payable to Reachnet in consideration for 0.1 million additional subscribers, along with core business assets to serve those 0.1 million additional subscribers.
The Company modified its arrangement with Reachnet, on 11 December 2022, to acquire from 1.8 million subscribers to 1 million subscribers and related core assets, and correspondingly modified its consideration from $59 million to $11.5 million. The modification agreement also provides that the transfer of desired subscribers and core assets shall be undertaken by way of assignment agreement in favor of the Company.
On December 12, 2022, the Company has assumed Reachnet’s obligation to make payment of $10 million to Sellers-Shareholders of Sri Sai, by executing the assignment agreement with Reachnet, in respect of the Agreement for Acquisition entered into between Reachnet and Sri Sai, on August 11, 2022. Furthermore, the assignment agreement is dependent on the execution of the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai, on the basis of which the Company shall make payment of $2.5 million against the receipt of 51% shareholding of Sri Sai. As of this date, the modification agreement shall come to its conclusion and the closing balances as of this date (date of Share Purchase Agreement) shall be netted off and settled from the books of the Company. Further, upon execution of the Share Purchase Agreement, the management of the Company shall assess the impairment of intangible assets (being customer acquisition rights). It is expected that the signing event for the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai shall be on or before 10 March 2023. The management has recognised this as a impending event which should conclude and consummate upon execution of the Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai, with corresponding transfer of shares of Sri Sai, which shall in turn crystalise the Modification Agreement and Deed of Assignment as concluded and final.
As a result of the Modification Agreement and the Deed of Assignment, we will own and directly control the operating core assets that impact income received from subscribers, including fiber optic network, the subscriber management system, local operator network, and others. On February 27, 2023, the Board has approved the draft Share Purchase Agreement with Sri Sai.
On June 18, 2022, we acquired 100% equity of Lytus Technologies, Inc. (“ Lytus Health” ), a Company for general corporate purposes On February 27, 2023, however, the integration was not yet complete. On February 27, 2023, the Board has approved the fiscal integration of Lytus Health with effect from January 1, 2023.
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