6-K
Orion Digital Corp. (ORIO)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
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, 2020
Commission File Number: 001-3 8409
| Mogo Inc. |
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| (formerly Mogo Finance Technology Inc.) |
2100-401 West Georgia St.
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 5A1, Canada
(Address of principal executive offices)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
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| Date: March 27, 2020 | By: | /s/ Gregory Feller |
| | Name: | Gregory Feller |
| | Title: | President & Chief Financial Officer |
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Form 6-K Exhibit Index
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mogo_ex991.htm EXHIBIT 99.1
| Management’s Discussion and Analysis |
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MOGO INC.
MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2019
DATED: MARCH 26, 2020
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| Non-IFRS Financial Measures | 3 |
| Caution Regarding Forward-looking Statements | 4 |
| Company Overview | 5 |
| Mission | 6 |
| COVID-19 | 6 |
| Financial Performance Review | 7 |
| Liquidity and Capital Resources | 21 |
| Risk Management | 24 |
| Non-IFRS Financial Measures | 26 |
| Critical Accounting Estimates | 31 |
| Changes in Accounting Policies | 32 |
| Controls and Procedures | 32 |
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis (“MD&A”) is current as of March 26, 2020 and presents an analysis of the financial condition of Mogo Inc. (formerly Difference Capital Financial Inc. (“Difference”)) and its subsidiaries (collectively referred to as “Mogo” or the “Company”) as at and for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 compared with the corresponding periods in the prior year. This MD&A should be read in conjunction with the Company’s audited annual consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019. The financial information presented in this MD&A is derived from our audited annual consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”). The Company was continued under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) on June 21, 2019 in connection with the combination with Mogo Finance Technology Inc. (“Mogo Finance”) as further described in Note 21 to our audited annual consolidated financial statements. The transaction was accounted for as a business combination, with Mogo Finance as the accounting acquirer (the “Business Combination”). Accordingly, the financial statements and this MD&A reflect the continuing financial statements of Mogo Finance.
This MD&A is the responsibility of management. The Board of Directors has approved this MD&A after receiving the recommendation of the Company’s Audit Committee, which is comprised exclusively of independent directors, and the Company’s Disclosure Committee.
Unless otherwise noted or the context indicates otherwise “we”, “us”, “our”, the “Company” or “Mogo” refer to Mogo Inc. and its direct and indirect subsidiaries. The Company presents its consolidated financial statements in Canadian dollars. Amounts in this MD&A are stated in Canadian dollars unless otherwise indicated.
This MD&A may refer to trademarks, trade names and material which are subject to copyright, which are protected under applicable intellectual property laws and are the property of Mogo. Solely for convenience, our trademarks, trade names and copyrighted material referred to in this MD&A may appear without the ^®^ or © symbol, but such references are not intended to indicate, in any way, that we will not assert, to the fullest extent under applicable law, our rights to these trademarks, trade names and copyrights. All other trade‑marks used in this MD&A are the property of their respective owners.
The Company’s continuous disclosure materials, including interim filings, audited consolidated financial statements, annual information form and annual report on Form 20-F can be found on SEDAR at www.sedar.com , with the Company’s filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission at www.sec.gov , and on the Company’s website at www.mogo.ca .
Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This MD&A makes reference to certain non‑IFRS financial measures. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. These measures are provided as additional information to complement the IFRS financial measures contained herein by providing further metrics to understand the Company’s results of operations from management’s perspective. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS. We use non‑IFRS financial measures, including core revenue, contribution, contribution margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net loss, cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable, charge-off rate, average core revenue per member (“core ARPM”) and Mogo members, to provide investors with supplemental measures of our operating performance and thus highlight trends in our core business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS financial measures. Our management also uses non‑IFRS financial measures in order to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period, prepare annual operating budgets and assess our ability to meet our capital expenditure and working capital requirements. See “Key Performance Indicators” and “Non‑IFRS Financial Measures”.
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Caution Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This MD&A contains forward‑looking statements that relate to the Company’s current expectations and views of future events. In some cases, these forward‑looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “intend”, “plan”, “indicate”, “seek”, “believe”, “predict” or “likely”, or the negative of these terms, or other similar expressions intended to identify forward‑looking statements. The Company has based these forward‑looking statements on its current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that it believes might affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. These forward‑looking statements include, among other things, statements relating to the Company’s expectations regarding its revenue, expenses and operations, key performance indicators, provision for loan losses (net of recoveries), charge-off ratios, anticipated cash needs and its need for additional financing, funding costs, ability to extend or refinance any outstanding amounts under the Company’s credit facilities, ability to protect, maintain and enforce its intellectual property, plans for and timing of expansion of its product and services, future growth plans, ability to attract new members and develop and maintain existing customers, ability to attract and retain personnel, expectations with respect to advancement of its product offering, competitive position and the regulatory environment in which the Company operates, anticipated trends and challenges in the Company’s business and the markets in which it operates, third‑party claims of infringement or violation of, or other conflicts with, intellectual property rights, the resolution of any legal matters, and the acceptance by the Company’s consumers and the marketplace of new technologies and solutions.
Forward-looking statements are based on certain assumptions and analyses made by the Company in light of the experience and perception of historical trends, current conditions and expected future developments and other factors it believes are appropriate and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Although we believe that the assumptions underlying these statements are reasonable, they may prove to be incorrect, and we cannot assure that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Given these risks, uncertainties and assumptions, any investors or users of this document should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.
Whether actual results, performance or achievements will conform to the Company’s expectations and predictions is subject to a number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties, assumptions and other factors that are discussed in greater detail in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s current annual information form and annual report on Form 20-F available at www.sedar.com and at www.sec.gov, which risk factors are incorporated herein by reference.
The forward-looking statements made in this MD&A relate only to events or information as of the date of this MD&A and are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary statement. Except as required by law, we do not assume any obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this MD&A, including the occurrence of unanticipated events. An investor should read this MD&A with the understanding that our actual future results may be materially different from what we expect.
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Company Overview
Mogo — a financial technology company — offers a finance app that empowers consumers with simple solutions to help them get in control of their financial health. Financial health continues to be the #1 source of stress across all demographics and highest among millennials. At Mogo, users can sign up for a free MogoAccount in just three minutes and begin to learn the 4 habits of financial health and get convenient access to products that can help them achieve their financial goals. Mogo currently offers six products including free credit score monitoring, identity fraud protection (“MogoProtect”), digital spending account (“MogoSpend”) with the Mogo Visa* Platinum Prepaid Card (“MogoCard”), digital mortgage experience (“MogoMortgage”), and the MogoCrypto account (“MogoCrypto”), the first product within MogoWealth, which enables the buying and selling of bitcoin, and access to smart consumer credit products (“MogoMoney”). The Mogo platform has been purpose-built to deliver a best-in-class digital experience, with best-in-class products all through one account. With more than 1,000,000 members and a marketing partnership with Canada's premier news media company, Mogo continues to execute on its vision of becoming the go-to financial app for the next generation of Canadians. To learn more, please visit mogo.ca or download the mobile app (iOS or Android).
In addition to the products described above, the following key corporate changes, transactions and material contracts are referred to, and assist in understanding this MD&A:
| · | In February 2020, achieved a new milestone, exceeding 1,000,000 members on our digital platform. |
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| · | In February 2020, completed the sale of the majority of our “MogoLiquid” loan portfolio to goeasy Ltd. (“goeasy”) for gross consideration of $31.9 million. Mogo is also eligible for an additional performance-based payment of up to $1.5 million payable upon achieving certain agreed-upon annual origination amounts under the lending partnership. |
| · | In February 2020 we signed a three-year lending partnership with goeasy, one of Canada’s largest and most experienced non-prime consumer lenders, following a successful pilot program that started in October 2019. The partnership enables Mogo to fully monetize our lending platform and drive new recurring fee-based revenue with no capital investment or risk of these loans. |
| · | In January 2020, extended the term of our strategic marketing collaboration agreement with Canada’s premier news media company, Postmedia Network Inc. (“Postmedia”), for an additional two years to the end of 2022, while decreasing our quarterly revenue share payments to $0.3M and issued additional 5-year warrants to acquire 350,000 common shares of Mogo at an exercise price of $3.537, which will vest in equal instalments over three years. Mogo also agreed to extend the term of 50% of the warrants previously issued to Postmedia from January 25, 2021 to January 25, 2023. |
| · | Completed the Business Combination in Q2 2019 (as further described in Note 21 to our audited annual consolidated financial statements) which included the acquisition of cash and an investment portfolio which, before transaction related expenses, had a total fair value of $30.3 million. |
| · | In February 2020, in conjunction with the sale of the MogoLiquid loan portfolio, we extinguished the Credit Facility – Liquid, which held an outstanding balance of $28.7 million. To extinguish the facility in advance of its maturity date, Mogo paid a prepayment penalty of $2.5 million of which $1.5 million is payable in cash and $1.0 million of which was settled in shares through an issuance of 0.3 million common shares. |
| · | In December 2019, renegotiated our Credit Facility – Other, increasing our facility to $60M, decreasing our interest rate by up to 400 basis points, and extending the maturity to July 2, 2022. |
| · | In January 2020, launched carbon offset program for MogoSpend. For every dollar spent using the MogoCard, Mogo will offset one pound of CO2 on the consumer’s behalf. |
| · | Launched our partner lending platform in Q3 2019, enabling our partners to leverage Mogo’s digital platform and technology driven adjudication process to quickly and conveniently provide Canadians with personal loans. Under the partner lending model, our lending partner funds and takes ownership of the loan while Mogo receives an origination fee and a recurring platform fee with no credit risk. |
| · | Monetized our interest in Wekerloo Development Inc. (“Wekerloo”) for $2.1 million (equal to book value), and realized a cash gain of $0.3 million from the restructuring of debentures in the Q3 2019. |
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| · | In November 2019, introduced a complete redesign of the Mogo app customer interface which included the introduction of four habits of financial health that tie our portfolio of 6 products together. These habits help our members: 1) monitor and protect their credit with our free credit monitoring and MogoProtect; 2) control their spending with MogoSpend; 3) learn how to save and invest wisely and give them access to a simple and easy way to buy bitcoin through MogoCrypto; and 4) borrow responsibly with MogoMoney and MogoMortgage. |
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| · | In November 2019, we launched “MONEYUP” a new campaign designed to position Mogo at the forefront of financial health and inspire and motivate Canadians to get in control of their financial health. |
| · | Appointed KPMG as the Company’s auditors in the third quarter of 2019. |
Mission
Mogo’s mission is to make it easy and engaging for consumers to get financially fit. By leveraging technology and design, our goal is to empower Canadians to live their best financial life and achieve financial health all through one simple app.
COVID-19
Subsequent to December 31, 2019, the COVID-19 outbreak was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The situation is dynamic and the ultimate duration and magnitude of the impact on the economy and our business are not known at this time. The overall economic impacts of COVID-19 could include an impact on our ability to obtain debt and equity financing, impairment of investments, loan loss provisions, impairments in the value of our intangible assets and long-lived assets, or potential future decreases in revenue or the profitability of our ongoing operations. The Company is working closely with members to support them through this changing environment and in circumstances when necessary, offering more flexible options including extended payment terms, payment deferrals and interest relief**.** Operationally, the company has shifted its employees to work remotely, which has been a relatively easy transition given the digital nature of our business. In light of this uncertain economic environment, the Company has taken a thorough review of all its expenses and is implementing a plan to significantly reduce these expenses effective in Q2 2020. This is an evolving situation and we will continue to evaluate and adapt on an ongoing basis.
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Financial Performance Review
The following provides insight on the Company’s financial performance by illustrating and providing commentary on its key performance indicators and operating results.
Key Performance Indicators
The key performance indicators that we use to manage our business and evaluate our financial results and operating performance consist of: subscription and services revenue, gross profit, core revenue^(1) (2)^, contribution^(1) (3)^, contribution margin^(1)(3)^, adjusted EBITDA^(1)^, adjusted net loss^(1)^, cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable^(1)^, charge-off rate^(1)^, core ARPM^(1)(2)^, and Mogo members^(1)^.^^For more information regarding our use of these measures and, where applicable, a reconciliation to the most comparable IFRS measure, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures”. We evaluate our performance by comparing our actual results to prior year results. During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed certain prior period numbers to conform with current presentation, see discussion for Total Revenue under the Key Income Statement Components section for more details.
The tables below provide the summary of key performance indicators for the applicable reported periods:
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| Subscription and services | 25,311 | | $ | 21,550 | | | 17 | % | $ | 6,105 | | $ | 6,636 | | (8 | | )% |
| Gross profit | 41,018 | | | 39,616 | | | 4 | % | | 9,897 | | | 10,033 | | (1 | | )% | | Non‑IFRS Measures(1) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Core revenue(2) | 47,178 | | | 35,500 | | | 33 | % | | 12,355 | | | 11,393 | | | 8 | % |
| Contribution | 20,915 | | | 21,880 | | | (4 | )% | | 4,444 | | | 5,106 | | | (13 | )% |
| Contribution margin | 35.0 | % | | 38.7 | % | | | | | 29.6 | % | | 34.8 | % | | | |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 7,201 | | | 4,154 | | | 73 | % | | 2,295 | | | 2,072 | | | 11 | % |
| Adjusted net loss | (20,909 | ) | | (20,297 | ) | | 3 | % | | (5,194 | ) | | (4,692 | ) | | 11 | % |
| Cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable | 6,997 | | | 7,225 | | (3 | | )% | | 2,185 | | | 1,462 | | | 49 | % |
| Charge-off rate | 17.0 | % | | 14.8 | % | | | | | 16.4 | % | | 15.8 | % | | | |
| Core ARPM(2) | 54 | | | 55 | | (2 | | )% | | 52 | | | 62 | | (16 | | )% |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| Mogo Members (000s) | | 976 | | 756 | | 29 | % |
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| (1) | For more information regarding our use of these non-IFRS measures and, where applicable, a reconciliation to the most comparable IFRS measure, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures”. |
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| (2) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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Subscription and services revenue
The launch of Mogo’s mobile-first digital platform expanded our opportunity to launch new products, including partner lending, MogoProtect, MogoCard, MogoMortgage, MogoCrypto and our premium account subscription offerings.
Subscription and services revenue increased by 17% and decreased by 8% for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 respectively compared to the same period last year. The increase in subscription and services revenue to $25.3 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to $21.6 million last year is driven by increased uptake of premium account subscription offerings, MogoProtect subscriptions, as well as partner lending revenue. The decrease in subscription and services revenue to $6.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to $6.6 million in the same period last year is primarily due to our exit from bitcoin mining.
Gross profit
Gross profit was $41.0 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, an increase of 4% compared to $39.6 million in the same period last year. The increase was driven by the overall increase in revenue. For the three months ended December 31, 2019 gross profit decreased marginally by 1% to $9.9 million from $10.0 million in the same period last year. Gross profit margin was 68.6% and 65.9% for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019, respectively, compared to 70.1% and 68.3% in the same periods last year.
Core revenue^(1) (2)^
Core revenue increased by 33% to $47.2 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to $35.5 million in the same period last year. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, core revenue increased by 8% to $12.4 million from $11.4 million in the same period last year. The growth in core revenue was driven by both increases in MogoMini interest revenue and subscription and services revenue, offset by our exit from bitcoin mining.
Contribution and contribution margin ^(1)^
Contribution decreased to $20.9 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year, representing a contribution margin of 35.0% in 2019 and 38.7% in 2018. Contribution decreased by 13% to $4.4 million from $5.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, representing a contribution margin of 29.6% and 34.8%, respectively. The overall decrease in contribution margin is due to increase in our credit facility interest expense during the twelve-month period ended December 31, 2019.
Adjusted EBITDA ^(1)^
Adjusted EBITDA for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 was $7.2 million, representing an increase of 73% compared to $4.2 million in the same period last year; this increase is attributable to an increase in revenue compared to the same period last year. Adjusted EBITDA of $2.3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 increased by 11% compared to the same period last year.
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| (1) | For more information regarding our use of these non-IFRS measures and, where applicable, a reconciliation to the most comparable IFRS measure, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures”. |
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| (2) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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Adjusted net loss ^(1)^
Adjusted net loss for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 was ($20.9) million, representing an increase of 3% compared to ($20.3) million in the same period last year. Adjusted net loss for the three months ended December 31, 2019 was ($5.2) million, representing an increase of 11% compared to ($4.7) million in the same period last year. This increase was due to higher credit facility interest expense resulting from increased draw down of the credit facilities, and an increase in depreciation and amortization expense, offset by increases to adjusted EBITDA noted above.
Cash provided by (used in) operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable ^(1)^
Cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable in the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 was $7.0 million inflow, a marginal decrease of 3% compared to $7.2 million in the same period last year, and $2.2 million inflow in the three months ended December 31, 2019, compared to a $1.5 million cash inflow in the same period last year. The increase in cash inflow for the three-month period is primarily due to more favorable timing of changes in working capital in the current year.
Charge-off rate^(1)^
Charge-off rate was 17.0% for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, compared to 14.8% in the same period last year, and 16.4% compared to 15.8% for the three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. There is a lag between when a loan is originated and when the related charge-off occurs. The current period charge-off rate is sensitive to a concentrated period of high growth in our loan book in mid-2018 for which the majority of related charge-offs occurred during second and third quarters of 2019 but are represented as a percentage of a loan book that’s held flat with the launch of partner lending. This temporary increase in total charge offs is the main reason of the recent spike in charge-off rate.
Core ARPM^(1) (2)^
Core ARPM, which is annualized and derived from core revenue, decreased to $54 during the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to $55 in the same period last year, and decreased to $52 for the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to $62 in the same period last year. The decrease in core ARPM results from accelerated growth in our member base.
Mogo members^(1)^
Our total member base has grown to 976,000 members as at December 31, 2019, from 756,000 members as at December 31, 2018, representing an increase of approximately 29.0% or 220,000 net members. Members increased by 51,000 in the quarter, which represents a 13.0% increase compared to 45,000 members in the same quarter last year. The continuous increase in our member base reflects increased brand awareness through our marketing collaboration agreement with Postmedia and the continuing adoption of the Company’s new and existing products.
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| (1) | For more information regarding our use of these non-IFRS measures and, where applicable, a reconciliation to the most comparable IFRS measure, see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures”. |
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| (2) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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Results of Operations
The following table sets forth a summary of our results of operations for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| Total revenue(2) | 59,805 | | $ | 56,550 | | $ | 15,018 | | $ | 14,682 | |
| Cost of revenue (2) | 18,787 | | | 16,934 | | | 5,121 | | | 4,649 | |
| Gross profit | 41,018 | | | 39,616 | | | 9,897 | | | 10,033 | |
| Technology and development expenses | 14,989 | | | 15,028 | | | 2,658 | | | 3,814 | |
| Marketing expenses | 9,412 | | | 8,772 | | | 2,984 | | | 1,719 | |
| Customer service and operations expenses | 8,787 | | | 8,383 | | | 2,432 | | | 2,162 | |
| General and administration expenses | 11,484 | | | 11,661 | | | 2,615 | | | 2,660 | |
| Operating expenses | 44,672 | | | 43,844 | | | 10,689 | | | 10,355 | |
| Loss from operations | (3,654 | ) | | (4,228 | ) | | (792 | ) | | (322 | ) |
| Credit facility interest expense | 11,316 | | | 9,353 | | | 3,021 | | | 2,765 | |
| Debenture and other financing expense | 8,471 | | | 8,036 | | | 2,357 | | | 1,993 | |
| Unrealized exchange loss (gain) | (296 | ) | | 651 | | | (119 | ) | | 333 | |
| Change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | - | | | (442 | ) |
| Gain on acquisition, net | (13,141 | ) | | - | | | 108 | | | - | |
| Realized gain on investment portfolio | (294 | ) | | - | | | - | | | - | |
| Unrealized gain on investment portfolio | (100 | ) | | - | | | (100 | ) | | - | |
| Impairment of equipment | - | | | 1,105 | | | - | | | - | |
| Other | 645 | | | 382 | | | 129 | | | - | |
| Net loss and comprehensive loss | (10,825 | ) | | (22,022 | ) | | (6,188 | ) | | (4,971 | ) |
| Adjusted EBITDA(1) | 7,201 | | | 4,154 | | | 2,295 | | | 2,072 | |
| Adjusted net loss (1) | (20,909 | ) | | (20,297 | ) | | (5,194 | ) | | (4,692 | ) |
| Net loss per share (Basic and fully diluted) | (0.42 | ) | | (0.97 | ) | | (0.24 | ) | | (0.22 | ) |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| (2) | During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed certain prior period numbers to conform with current presentation, see discussion for Total Revenue under the Key Income Statement Components section for more details. |
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Key Income Statement Components
Total revenue
The following table summarizes total revenue for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | 2018 | | Change | | | 2019 | | 2018 | | Change | | | | Subscription and services revenue | 25,311 | $ | 21,550 | | 17 | % | $ | 6,105 | $ | 6,636 | (8%) | | |
| Interest revenue | 34,494 | | 26,889 | | 28 | % | | 8,913 | | 8,046 | | 11 | % |
| Loan fees | - | | 8,111 | | n/a | | | - | | - | | - | |
| Total revenue | 59,805 | | 56,550 | | 6 | % | | 15,018 | | 14,682 | | 2 | % |
All values are in US Dollars.
During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed its presentation of loan protection revenue and associated costs. Historically, the Company had presented costs associated with loan protection as part of transaction costs. Under the new presentation, the Company is presenting revenue net of expenses. This results in a decrease in revenue and a corresponding decrease in transaction costs by $4.6 million in 2019, $4.7 million in 2018, and $3.1 million in 2017. See the Select Quarterly Information section for a reconciliation of revenue under the new presentation to our previously reported amounts.
Subscription and services revenue – represent MogoProtect subscriptions, MogoCard revenue, MogoMortgage brokerage commissions, premium account revenue, net loan protection premiums, MogoCrypto revenue, partner lending fee, revenue from our bitcoin mining operations and other fees and charges.
Interest revenue - represents interest on our long-term loan products. Our long‑term loans fall into two categories: line of credit accounts and installment loans.
Loan fees - represent fees from our legacy short-term loan products, which generally had terms ranging from 14-30 days. These legacy short-term loan products and related loan fees were phased out in the third quarter of 2018.
Total revenue grew by 6% to $59.8 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. Excluding loan fees and mining revenue, core revenue increased by 33% to $47.1 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and increased by 8% to $12.4 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same periods last year.
Total revenue growth in the year was driven by continued strong growth in interest revenue and subscription and services revenue, despite the elimination of loan fees in the third quarter of 2018 and exit from bitcoin mining in the second quarter of 2019.
Subscription and services revenue grew by 17% and decreased by 8% for the twelve and three-month periods ended December 31, 2019 respectively, compared to the same period last year. The increase in subscription and services revenue is driven by increased uptake of premium account subscription offerings, MogoProtect subscriptions, continued growth in our non-loan related products, as well as partner lending revenue. The decrease for the three-months period is due to our exit from bitcoin mining.
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, interest revenue grew by 28% to $34.5 million from $26.9 million compared to the same period last year. Interest revenue increased by 11% to $8.9 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019. These increases were driven by a combination of loan book growth and improvement in loan book yield during the year.
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Loan fees were nil in the twelve and three-months ended December 31, 2019, as the Company phased out its legacy short-term loan products and related loan fees in the third quarter of 2018.
Cost of revenue
The following table summarizes the cost of revenue for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | | Provision for loan losses, net of recoveries | 18,162 | | $ | 16,367 | | | 11 | % | $ | 4,951 | | $ | 4,487 | | | 10 | % |
| Transaction costs(1) | 625 | | | 567 | | | 10 | % | | 170 | | | 162 | | | 5 | % |
| Cost of revenue | 18,787 | | | 16,934 | | | 11 | % | | 5,121 | | | 4,649 | | | 10 | % |
| | 31 | % | | 30 | % | | | | | 34 | % | | 32 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Cost of revenue consists of provision for loan losses, net of recoveries, and transaction costs. Cost of revenue increased by 11% to $18.8 million, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year and increased by 10% to $5.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. These changes corresponded with the increases in revenue over the same respective periods.
Provision for loan losses, net of recoveries, represents the amounts charged against income during the period to maintain an adequate allowance for loan losses. Our allowance for loan losses represents our estimate of the expected credit losses inherent in our portfolio and is based on various factors including the composition of the portfolio, delinquency levels, historical and current loan performance, expectations of future performance, and general economic conditions. The provision for loan losses for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, increased by 11% to $18.2 million from $16.4 million compared to the same period last year and increased by 10% to $5.0 million from $4.5 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. This increase was driven by growth in our gross loans receivable and changes in provisioning rates.
Transaction costs are expenses that relate directly to the onboarding and processing of new customers (excluding marketing) and include expenses such as credit scoring fees, loan system transaction fees and certain fees related to the MogoCard and MogoProtect programs. Transaction costs increased by 10% for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, transaction costs increased by 5% compared to the same period last year.
Technology and Development Expenses
The following table provides the technology and development expenses for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | | Technology and development expenses | 14,989 | | $ | 15,028 | | | (0 | )% | $ | 2,658 | | $ | 3,814 | | | (30 | %) |
| As a percentage of total revenue | 25 | % | | 27 | % | | | | | 18 | % | | 26 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Technology and development expenses consist primarily of personnel and related costs of our product development, business intelligence, and information technology infrastructure employees. Associated expenses include third‑party data acquisition expenses, professional services, hosting costs relating to servers and bitcoin mining equipment, expenses related to the development of new products and technologies and maintenance of existing technology assets, depreciation, and amortization of capitalized software costs related to our technology platform.
Technology and development expenses was flat at $15.0 million for the twelve months ended and decreased by 30% to $2.7 million for the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same periods last year. Technology and development expenses as a percentage of total revenue decreased to 25% for the year and 18% for the three months ended December 31, 2019, compared to 27% and 26% respectively in the same periods last year.
The flat technology and development expenses for the twelve-month period ended December 31, 2019 highlights the ability of Mogo’s digital platform and technology driven adjudication process to scale and allow us to achieve growth while maintaining flat costs. During the year, we invested in product initiatives and platform development including our next generation mobile app, MoneyUp user experience, MogoSpend (the first prepaid card product of its kind in Canada) and partner lending adjudication. The decrease for the three months period ended December 31, 2019 is primarily due to the completion of these initiatives and exiting Bitcoin mining in the third quarter of 2019 resulting in lower expenses compared to the same period last year.
Capitalization of technology and development expenses for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 increased by $0.7 million. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, capitalization decreased by $0.2 million compared to the same period last year.
Marketing Expenses
The following table provides the marketing expenses for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | | 2018 | | Change | | | | Marketing expenses | 9,412 | | $ | 8,772 | | | 7 | % | $ | 2,984 | | $ | 1,719 | | | 74 | % |
| As a percentage of total revenue | 16 | % | | 16 | % | | | | | 20 | % | | 12 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Marketing expenses consist of salaries and personnel related costs, as well as direct marketing and advertising costs related to online and offline customer acquisition costs (paid search advertising, search engine optimization costs, and direct mail), quarterly payments to Postmedia, public relations, promotional event programs and corporate communications.
Marketing expense increased by 7% to $9.4 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, marketing expense increased by 74% to $3 million compared to the same period last year. The increase in marketing expense for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 is primarily due to launching paid search advertising and search engine optimization efforts related to partner lending, MogoSpend and MoneyUp campaigns.
Marketing expense as a percentage of total revenue remained relatively consistent at 16% for the year and increased to 20% for the three months period ended December 31, 2019 and 2018.
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Customer Service and Operations Expenses
The following table provides the customer service and operations expenses (CS&O) for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | | Customer Service and Operations expenses | 8,787 | | $ | 8,383 | | | 5 | % | $ | 2,432 | | $ | 2,161 | | | 13 | % |
| As a percentage of total revenue | 15 | % | | 15 | % | | | | | 16 | % | | 15 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
CS&O expenses consist primarily of salaries and personnel‑related costs for customer support, payment processing and collections employees. Associated expenses include third-party expenses related to credit data sources and collections.
CS&O expenses increased by 5% to $8.7 million, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, CS&O increased by 13% to $2.4 million, compared to the same period last year. The increase was primarily driven by credit scoring expenses.
CS&O expenses as a percentage of total revenue remained relatively consistent at 15% for the twelve and three month periods ended December 31, 2019 and 2018.
General and Administration Expenses
The following table provides the general and administration expenses (“G&A”) for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | | General and administration expenses | 11,484 | | $ | 11,661 | | | (2 | )% | $ | 2,615 | | $ | 2,659 | | | (2 | )% |
| As a percentage of total revenue | 19 | % | | 21 | % | | | | | 17 | % | | 18 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
G&A expenses consist primarily of salary and personnel related costs for our executive, finance and accounting, credit analysis, underwriting, legal and compliance, fraud detection and human resources employees. Additional expenses include consulting and professional fees, insurance, legal fees, occupancy costs, travel and other corporate expenses.
G&A expenses decreased marginally by 2% to $11.5 million, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, G&A decreased by 2% to $2.6 million, compared to the same period last year. The decrease in G&A expense is primarily due to decrease in personnel related cost compared to the same period last year, which was partially offset by an increase in professional service charges, demonstrating overall net positive operating leverage as we grow our operations.
G&A expenses as a percentage of total revenue for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 decreased to 19% and 17% respectively.
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Credit Facility Interest Expense
The following table provides a breakdown of credit facility interest expense for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | | | | Percentage | | | Three months ended<br> <br>December 31 | | | | | | Percentage | | |
| | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Change | | | | Credit facility interest expense – Liquid | 4,332 | | $ | 4,261 | | | 2 | % | $ | 1,190 | | $ | 1,239 | | (4%) | | |
| Credit facility interest expense – Other | 6,984 | | | 5,092 | | | 37 | % | | 1,831 | | | 1,526 | | | 20 | % |
| Total credit facility interest expense | 11,316 | | | 9,353 | | | 21 | % | | 3,021 | | | 2,765 | | | 9 | % |
| As a percentage of total revenue | 19 | % | | 17 | % | | | | | 20 | % | | 19 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Credit facility interest expense relates to the costs incurred in connection with our Credit Facility – Liquid and Credit Facility – Other, including interest expense and the amortization of deferred financing costs.
Credit facility interest expense increased by 21% to $11.3 million from $9.4 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, credit facility interest expense increased by 9% to $3.0 million from $2.8 million compared to the same period last year. The change is primarily due to increased usage of Credit Facility – Other for the twelve and three-month period ended December 31, 2019 resulting from the growth in our “Mogo Mini” loan product.
Credit facility interest expense as a percentage of total revenue increased by 2% and 1% for the twelve and three-month period ended December 31, 2019, respectively, for the reasons described above.
On December 31, 2019, we renegotiated the Credit Facility – Other, extending its maturity and decreasing the over interest rate by up to 400 bps. In the first quarter of 2020, in conjunction with the sale of the MogoLiquid loan portfolio, we extinguished Credit Facility – Liquid. These changes will decrease total interest expense in 2020.
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Other Income and Expense
The following table provides a breakdown of other income and expense by type for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | | | | | | | Three months ended December 31 | | | | | | | | |
| | | | 2018 | | | Percentage Change | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | Percentage Change | | | | Debenture and other financing expense | 8,471 | | $ | 8,036 | | | 5 | % | $ | 2,357 | | $ | 1,993 | | | 18 | % |
| Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) | (296 | ) | | 651 | | | n/a | | | (119 | ) | | 333 | | | n/a | |
| Change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | n/a | | | - | | | (442 | ) | | n/a | |
| Gain on acquisition, net of transaction cost | (13,141 | ) | | - | | | n/a | | | 108 | | | - | | | n/a | |
| Gain on investment portfolio | (294 | ) | | - | | | n/a | | | - | | | - | | | n/a | |
| Unrealized gain on investment portfolio | (100 | ) | | - | | | n/a | | | (100 | ) | | - | | | n/a | |
| Impairment of equipment | - | | | 1,105 | | | n/a | | | - | | | - | | | n/a | |
| Other | 645 | | | 382 | | | 69 | % | | 128 | | | - | | | n/a | |
| Total other expense (income) | (4,145 | ) | | 8,441 | | | n/a | | | 2,374 | | | 1,884 | | | 31 | % |
| As a percentage of total revenue | | | | 15 | % | | | | | 16 | % | | 13 | % | | | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Total other expense (income) increased to income of $4.1 million from total expense of $8.4 million for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018, respectively. This is attributable to the gain on acquisition, net of related transaction costs as discussed in Note 21 of the consolidated financial statements. For the three months ended December 31, 2019, total other expense (income) increased to total expense of $2.3 million from $1.9 million in the same period last year primarily due to debenture and other financing costs.
Debenture and other financing expense consist of interest expense and accretion of transaction costs related to our non-convertible and convertible debentures and interest expense related to our lease liabilities resulting from the adoption of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019. As a result of the prospective adoption of IFRS 16, interest expense related to lease liabilities recorded in 2019 does not have a comparative expense in 2018 due to leases being accounted for as operating leases. Offsetting this incremental increase, management continues to renegotiate the terms of its outstanding debentures decreasing related interest expense. The increase of 5% and 18% for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 respectively is due to adoption of IFRS 16 and other financing related transaction cost.
Our presentation and functional currency are the Canadian dollar (CAD). Our operations are based in Canada and we derive all our revenue in CAD. Unrealized exchange loss (gain) for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 are primarily associated with the translation of $5.0 million in United States dollar denominated debentures into their CAD equivalent at each reporting period end.
The change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability, a non-cash item, is related to the warrants issued to our lender. On June 17, 2019, the Company’s lender exercised its warrants resulting in a cashless net issuance of 336,871 common shares by Mogo Finance in lieu of settling the 583,333 warrants outstanding. Upon exercise of the warrants, the derivative liability was extinguished and as such no further revaluations are necessary.
During the twelve months ended December 31, 2018, the Company recognized an impairment charge on its bitcoin mining equipment. The equipment has since been fully depreciated and is held at nil book value as at December 31, 2019.
Other expenses of $0.7 million and $0.1 million for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 primarily relates to restructuring costs.
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Summary of Annual Results
The following table sets forth a summary of selected financial data derived from our financial statements for each of the three most recently completed financial years:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2017 | | | 2018 | | | 2017 | | | | Financial Statement Highlights | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total revenue(3) | 59,805 | | $ | 56,550 | | $ | 45,548 | | | 6 | % | | 24 | % |
| Net loss after tax | (10,825 | ) | | (22,022 | ) | | (19,729 | ) | (51%) | | | | 12 | % |
| Net loss per common share | (0.42 | ) | | (0.97 | ) | | (1.07 | ) | (57%) | | | (9%) | | |
| (Basic and fully diluted) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total assets | 151,098 | | | 132,234 | | | 134,703 | | | 14 | % | (2%) | | |
| Total liabilities | 149,346 | | | 140,928 | | | 120,908 | | | 6 | % | | 17 | % | | Non-IFRS Financial Measures(1) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Core revenue(2)(3) | 47,178 | | | 35,500 | | | 19,516 | | | 33 | % | | 82 | % |
| Contribution | 20,915 | | | 21,880 | | | 18,477 | | (4%) | | | | 18 | % |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 7,201 | | | 4,154 | | | 2,167 | | | 73 | % | | 92 | % |
All values are in US Dollars.
The change in the Company’s total revenue from 2017 to 2019 is attributable to a broadening portfolio of products and solutions other than loan products, and a growing loan book coupled with a strategic shift in the Company’s product focus from short term to long term loan products. The strategic shift resulted in strong growth in subscription and services revenue, excluding bitcoin mining revenue, which increased by 150% since 2017, offsetting a decrease in short-term loan fee revenues over the three-year period, up until they were phased out in the third quarter of 2018.
Excluding the impact of one-time gain of $13.1 million on the Business Combination in Q2 2019, the increases in net loss after tax are attributable to increases in non-cash provision for loan losses and depreciation and amortization expenses over the past two years. Changes in the Company’s total assets and total liabilities during the previous three years are primarily due to an increase in the Company’s loan portfolio, the investment portfolio acquired in the Business Combination, the addition of the right of use asset and lease liability due to adoption of IFRS 16, and credit facility balances.
The Company has observed continuous improvement in its non-IFRS financial measures shown above. The increase in the Company’s core revenue^(1)(2)(3)^ was driven primarily by a growth in subscription and services revenue. Contribution^(1)^ in absolute terms has increased from $18.5 million in 2017 to $20.9 million in 2019. The decline of $1.0 million during 2019 as compared to 2018 is mainly attributable to growth in our loan book resulting in an increased credit facility interest expense and provision for loan losses. This is the Company’s fourth consecutive year of positive and growing adjusted EBITDA^(1)^, driven by increases in revenue, partially offset by increased discretionary expenditure in technology, development, and marketing, as we made a conscious decision to ramp up investment in new product initiatives, platform development, and brand awareness over the three-year period.
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| (2) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
| (3) | During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed certain prior period numbers to conform with current presentation, see discussion for Total Revenue under the Key Income Statement Components section for more details. |
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Selected Quarterly Information
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| | | | Third<br> <br>Quarter | | | Second<br> <br>Quarter | | First<br> <br>Quarter | | | Fourth<br> <br>Quarter | | | Third<br> <br>Quarter | | | Second<br> <br>Quarter | | | First<br> <br>Quarter | | | | Income Statement Highlights | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Total revenue(3) | 15,018 | | $ | 15,029 | | $ | 14,867 | $ | 14,891 | | $ | 14,682 | | $ | 14,208 | | $ | 14,315 | | $ | 13,345 | |
| Gross profit | 9,897 | | | 10,089 | | | 10,372 | | 10,660 | | | 10,032 | | | 9,831 | | | 10,152 | | | 9,600 | |
| Net income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) | (6,188 | ) | | (6,033 | ) | | 6,401 | | (5,005 | ) | | (4,971 | ) | | (7,045 | ) | | (6,056 | ) | | (3,950 | ) | | Net income (loss) per common share (basic and fully diluted) | (0.24 | ) | | (0.22 | ) | | 0.27 | | (0.21 | ) | | (0.22 | ) | | (0.31 | ) | | (0.27 | ) | | (0.17 | ) | | Non-IFRS Financial Measures(1) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Core revenue(2)(3) | 12,355 | | | 12,190 | | | 11,287 | | 11,345 | | | 11,393 | | | 10,760 | | | 7,129 | | | 6,217 | |
| Contribution | 4,444 | | | 5,002 | | | 5,440 | | 6,029 | | | 5,106 | | | 5,315 | | | 5,889 | | | 5,570 | |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 2,295 | | | 1,081 | | | 1,587 | | 2,238 | | | 2,072 | | | 1,045 | | | 734 | | | 303 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Key Quarterly Trends
Total revenue has trended upwards for the last eight quarters, driven by continuous growth in our subscription and services revenue and increasing uptake in our broadening portfolio of products and premium account subscription offerings. Interest revenue has also trended upwards as we grew our long-term loan products between the first quarter of 2018 to second quarter of 2019. In the second half of 2019, as we transitioned to partner lending and prepared to reduce our credit risk exposure and deleverage our balance sheet, we maintained a flat loan book which resulted in flat revenue during that period. Overall, revenue has exhibited a continuous overall growth pattern in the past two years. Accelerated growth in subscription and services and interest revenue has outpaced the elimination of loan fees and our exit from bitcoin mining resulting in total revenue growth and significant growth in core revenue^(1)(2)(3)^.
Gross profit and contribution trended upwards up to the first quarter of 2019, benefiting from growth in higher margin subscription and services revenue. The recent decline in gross profit and contribution is primarily due to our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and an increase in our loan loss provision. Fluctuations in net income (loss) and comprehensive income (loss) in recent quarters are driven by changes in non-cash related items such as the gain on acquisition, change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability, depreciation and amortization, and stock-based compensation expense. Adjusted EBITDA has generally trended upwards as growth in revenue and gross profit outpaced the growth in our operating expenses as we continue to leverage our digital platform. The decline in Adjusted EBITDA in the second and third quarter of 2019 is the result of the change in gross profit and contribution as explained above.
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| (2) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
| (3) | During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed certain prior period numbers to conform with current presentation, see discussion for Total Revenue under the Key Income Statement Components section for more details. |
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The following table provides a reconciliation of revenue before the impact of the presentation recast discussed in the Key Income Statement Components section under Total Revenue:
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| | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | Fourth Quarter | | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | | Total revenue, previously stated | 15,018 | | 16,585 | | | 16,378 | | | 16,351 | | | 16,108 | | | 15,419 | | | 15,417 | | | 14,333 | |
| Presentation recast | - | | (1,557 | ) | | (1,511 | ) | | (1,460 | ) | | (1,425 | ) | | (1,210 | ) | | (1,104 | ) | | (988 | ) |
| Total revenue | 15,018 | | 15,028 | | | 14,867 | | | 14,891 | | | 14,683 | | | 14,208 | | | 14,314 | | | 13,345 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Key Balance Sheet Components
The following table provides a summary of the key balance sheet components as at December 31, 2019:
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| | | December 31, 2018 | | | Cash | 10,417 | $ | 20,439 |
| Loans receivable, net | 88,655 | | 86,347 |
| Investment portfolio | 20,790 | | - |
| Total assets | 151,098 | | 132,234 |
| Total liabilities | 149,346 | | 140,928 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Total assets increased by $18.9 million during the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, driven primarily by the acquisition of an investment portfolio as a result of the Business Combination, right-of-use assets recognized upon adoption of IFRS 16 and an increase in loans receivable, net.
Total liabilities increased by $8.4 million during the twelve months ended December 31, 2019. The change was driven primarily by an addition of lease liabilities resulting from the adoption of IFRS 16.
Loans receivable
The following table provides a breakdown of loans receivable as at December 31, 2019:
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| | | | December 31, 2018 | | | | Gross loans receivable | 104,675 | | $ | 101,756 | |
| Allowance for loan losses | (16,020 | ) | | (15,409 | ) |
| Net loans receivable | 88,655 | | | 86,347 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
The gross loans receivable portfolio was $104.7 million as at December 31, 2019, a slight increase of $2.9 million or 2.9% compared to the balance as at December 31, 2018, as we maintain a flat loan book while shifting our focus to partner lending in the second half of 2019.
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Reconciliation of allowance for loan losses as at December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018 is as follows:
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| Allowance for loan losses, beginning of year | 15,409 | | $ | 7,434 | |
| Impact of adopting IFRS 9 on January 1, 2018 | - | | | 5,135 | |
| Allowance for loan losses | 15,409 | | | 12,569 | |
| Provision for loan losses | 19,899 | | | 18,406 | |
| Loans charged-off | (19,288 | ) | | (15,566 | ) |
| Allowance for loan losses, end of year/period | 16,020 | | | 15,409 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
The allowance for loan losses is reported on the Company’s balance sheet and is netted against gross loans receivable to arrive at the net loans receivable. The allowance for loan losses represents our estimate of the expected credit losses (“ECL”) inherent in our loan portfolio.
The adoption of IFRS 9 resulted in a $5.1 million opening balance sheet adjustment to the allowance for loan losses as at January 1, 2018. This increase did not represent a change in the expected recovery value of the underlying loans receivable as at that date but was rather a function of extending the allowance for loan losses to provide for expected future losses over a longer future timeframe. This includes provisioning an allowance for “Stage 1” performing loans that have not experienced any significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition. The allowance on Stage 1 loans receivable comprises $7.5 million of the $16.0 million allowance for loan losses as at December 31, 2019.
The allowance for loan losses was $16.0 million as at December 31, 2019, increased by $0.6 million compared to 2018. The increase is largely due to the $2.9 million increase in gross receivables.
Refer to Note 5 of the Consolidated Financial Statements for a breakdown of gross loans receivable and allowance for loan losses by aging bucket according to their IFRS 9 ECL measurement stage. The Company assesses its allowance for loan losses at each reporting date. Increases in the provision for loan losses, net of recoveries, are recorded as a cost of revenue in the consolidated statements of comprehensive income (loss).
The Company reserves and charges off consumer loan amounts to the extent that there is no reasonable expectation of recovery, once the loan or a portion of the loan has been classified as past due for more than 180 consecutive days. Recoveries on loan amounts previously charged off are credited against the provision for loan losses when collected.
In the opinion of management, the Company has provided adequate allowances to absorb probable credit losses inherent in its loan portfolio based on available and relevant information affecting the loan portfolio at each balance sheet date. The Company cannot guarantee that delinquency and loss levels will correspond with the historical levels experienced and there is a risk that delinquency and loss rates could change significantly.
Transactions with Related Parties
The significant related-party transactions that occurred during the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 were transactions with debenture holders that incur interest. The related party debentures balance as at December 31, 2019 totaled $0.3 million (December 31, 2018 – $3.3 million) with principal amounts maturing at on July 2, 2022, the maturity date of Credit Facility – Others. The debentures bear annual interest rates from 10.0% to 18.0% (December 31, 2018 – 12.0% to 18.0%) with nominal interest expense for twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019, respectively. The related parties involved in such transactions were (i) a member of the family of Gregory Feller, a director and officer of the Company; (ii) David Feller, a director and officer of the Company; and (iii) key management personnel and members of their families. The debentures are ongoing contractual obligations that are used to fund our corporate and operational activities.
On June 28, 2019, the Company sold its minority interest in Wekerloo Development Inc., which is majority-owned by one of the Company’s directors, for an arms’ length buyer for proceeds of $2.1 million, equivalent to its initial cost recognized on the balance sheet, resulting in no gain or loss on disposition.
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Off‑Balance Sheet Arrangements
We have no off‑balance sheet arrangements that have, or are likely to have, a current or future material effect on our consolidated financial position, financial performance, liquidity, capital expenditures or capital resources.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
To date the Company has funded its lending activities, expenses and losses primarily through the proceeds of its initial public offering which raised $50 million in 2015, subsequent issuance of common shares and convertible debentures, prior private placements of preferred shares, placements of debentures, credit facilities, and cash from operating activities. The Business Combination with Difference in the second quarter of 2019 also added to the Company’s capital resources and strengthened its financial position with an investment portfolio totaling $20.8 million which the Company is actively seeking to monetize. In the first quarter of 2020, the Company divested a vast majority of its MogoLiquid loan portfolio for total gross consideration of $31.9 million and used $28.7 million of the proceeds to extinguish its Credit Facility - Liquid. In order to support our growth strategy, the Company gives consideration to additional financing options including accessing the capital markets for additional equity or debt, monetization of our investment portfolio, increasing the amount of long-term debentures outstanding or increasing availability under existing or new credit facilities.
Our approach to managing liquidity is to ensure, to the extent possible, that we always have sufficient liquidity to meet our liabilities as they come due. Management does so by continuously monitoring revenues, expenses and cash flow compared to budget. To maintain adequate liquidity, the long-term business goal of the Company is to diversify its funding sources. The purpose of diversification by source, geographic location and maturity is to mitigate liquidity and funding risk by ensuring that the Company has in place alternative sources of funds that strengthen its capacity to withstand a variety of market conditions and support its long-term growth. Management will continue to refinance any outstanding amounts owing under the Credit Facilities or our long-term debentures and will consider the issuance of shares in lieu of amounts owing under the convertible debentures, in each case as they become due and payable. The debentures are subordinated to the Credit Facility – Other which has the effect of extending the maturity date of the debentures to the later of contractual maturity or the maturity date of Credit Facility – Other, being July 2, 2022. See Note 13 to the financial statements for further details.
On December 31, 2019, the Company amended its Credit Facility – Other. The amendments lower the effective interest rate, increase the available loan capital from $50 million to $60 million and extend the maturity date of the facility by two years from July 2, 2020 to July 2, 2022.
Cash Flow Summary
The following table provides a summary of cash inflows and outflows by activity for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable(1) | 6,997 | | $ | 7,225 | | $ | 2,185 | | $ | 1,462 | |
| Cash invested in loans receivable | (22,207 | ) | | (36,428 | ) | | (2,170 | ) | | (10,695 | ) |
| Cash (used in) from operating activities | (15,210 | ) | | (29,203 | ) | | 15 | | | (9,233 | ) |
| Cash used in investing activities | (9,085 | ) | | (11,053 | ) | | (2,265 | ) | | (3,278 | ) |
| Cash provided by (used in) financing activities | 14,273 | | | 20,135 | | | (978 | ) | | 7,905 | |
| Net decrease in cash | (10,022 | ) | | (20,121 | ) | | (3,228 | ) | | (4,606 | ) |
All values are in US Dollars.
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Our net cash use decreased to ($10.0) million and ($3.2) million for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019, respectively, compared to ($20.1) million and ($4.6) million in the same periods last year. Removing the one-time cash impact of the Business Combination during the second quarter of 2019 which provided in a net cash injection of $8.4 million, our normalized cash use for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 totaled ($18.4) million. This adjusted cash used during the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 is lower than the same period in 2018 mainly due to higher gross profit and favorable timing of working capital changes.
Cash used in operating activities
Our operating activities consist of our subscription and services revenue as well as the funding and servicing of our loan products, including the receipt of principal and interest payments from our loan customers, and payment of associated direct costs and receipt of associated fees.
Cash (used in) from operating activities decreased to ($15.2) million and $0.02 million for the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019, respectively, compared to ($29.2) million and ($9.2) million respectively in the same period last year, primarily due to a decrease to our net investment in gross loans receivable.
If net investments in the loans receivable portfolio were treated as cash flows from investing activities, the cash provided by operating activities would be $7 million and $2.2 million during the twelve and three months ended December 31, 2019, respectively, compared to $7.2 million and $1.5 million during the same periods last year. These changes are primarily due to higher gross margin and favorable timing of changes in working capital in the current year.
Cash used in investing activities
Our investing activities consist primarily of capitalization of software development costs, and the purchases of property, equipment and software. Capitalized software development costs and purchases of property, equipment and software may vary from period to period due to the timing of the expansion of our operations, changes in employee headcount and the development cycles of our internal‑use technology.
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2019, cash invested in the purchase of equipment and investment in software was ($9.1) million, a decrease of $2 million compared to ($11.1) million in the same period in 2018. Cash used in investing activities was ($2.3) million in the three months ended December 31, 2019 compared to ($3.3) million in the same period last year. Cash investments in 2018 included payments for equipment used in our bitcoin mining operations, which we exited in the second quarter of 2019.
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Cash provided by (used in) financing activities
Our historical financing activities have consisted primarily of the issuance of our common shares, debentures, convertible debentures, and borrowings from our credit facilities. In 2019, we completed a Business Combination which is included in the financing activities.
Cash provided by financing activities for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 was $14.3 million, representing a decrease of $5.9 million compared to the same period last year. Cash provided by financing activities decreased by $8.9 million for the three-month period ended December 31, 2019 compared to the same period last year. These decreases are primarily due to the lower credit facility draws compared to the same periods last year.
Contractual Obligations
The following table shows contractual obligations as at December 31, 2019. Management will continue to refinance any outstanding amounts owing under the Credit Facilities or our long-term debentures as they become due and payable.
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| Commitments - operational | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Lease payments | 1,455 | | 1,481 | | 1,370 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
| Trade Payables | 7,128 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| Accrued wages and other expenses | 4,126 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| Interest Credit Facilities | 7,959 | | 6,813 | | 3,407 | | - | | - | | - |
| Interest Debentures | 6,464 | | 5,938 | | 2,969 | | - | | - | | - |
| Purchase obligations | 2,111 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| | 29,243 | | 14,232 | | 7,746 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
| Commitments principal repayments | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit Facility Other | - | | - | | 47,248 | | - | | - | | - |
| Debentures and convertible debentures(3) | 12,373 | | - | | 43,496 | | - | | - | | - |
| | 12,373 | | - | | 90,744 | | - | | - | | - |
| Commitments extinguished subsequent to year end | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit Facility Liquid (4) | 29,255 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - | | Total contractual obligations | 70,871 | | 14,232 | | 98,490 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| (1) | In conjunction with the sale of the Mogo Liquid loan book in the first quarter of 2020, Mogo extinguished its Credit Facility – Liquid. |
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| (2) | Convertible debentures are, at the discretion of the Company, convertible to common shares at maturity. Refer to note 15 of the financial statements for more details. |
| (3) | Convertible debentures mature on May 31, 2020 and is repayable in common shares at the discretion of the Company. |
| (4) | Credit facility liquid was extinguished subsequent to year ended December 31, 2019. Refer to note 26 for more details. |
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Disclosure of Outstanding Shares
Our authorized capital consisted of an unlimited number of common shares without par value and an unlimited number of preferred shares, issuable in one or more series. As of March 26, 2020, no preferred shares have been issued and the following common shares, and rights to acquire common shares, were outstanding:
| Class of Security | Number outstanding (in 000s) as at March 26, 2020 |
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| Common shares | 27,871 |
| Stock options | 3,685 |
| Restricted share units | 141 |
| Common share purchase warrants | 1,546 |
Risk Management
Credit risk
Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Company if a customer or counter‑party to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations and arises primarily from the Company’s loans receivable. The maximum amount of credit risk exposure is limited to the gross carrying amount of the loans receivable disclosed in these financial statements. In the first quarter of 2020, the Company sold the majority of its Mogoliqud loan portfolio, reducing its overall credit risk exposure.
The Company acts as a lender of unsecured consumer loans and lines of credit and has little concentration of credit risk with any particular individual, company or other entity, relating to these services. However, the credit risk relates to the possibility of default of payment on the Company’s loans receivable. The Company performs on going credit evaluations, monitors aging of the loan portfolio, monitors payment history of individual loans, and maintains an allowance for loan loss to mitigate this risk.
The credit risk decisions on the Company’s loans receivable are made in accordance with the Company’s credit policies and lending practices, which are overseen by the Company’s senior management. Credit quality of the customer is assessed based on a credit rating scorecard and individual credit limits are defined in accordance with this assessment. The consumer loans receivable are unsecured. The Company develops underwriting models based on the historical performance of groups of customer loans which guide its lending decisions. To the extent that such historical data used to develop its underwriting models is not representative or predictive of current loan book performance, the Company could suffer increased loan losses.
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The Company cannot guarantee that delinquency and loss levels will correspond with the historical levels experienced and there is a risk that delinquency and loss rates could increase significantly.
Currency risk
Currency risk is the risk that changes in foreign exchange rates may have an effect on future cash flows associated with financial instruments. The Company is exposed to foreign currency risk on the following financial instruments denominated in U.S. dollars. A 5% increase or decrease in the U.S. dollar exchange rate would increase or decrease the unrealized exchange gain (loss) by $10.
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| Cash | 322 | $ | 874 |
| Investment portfolio | 5,080 | | - |
| Debentures | 5,020 | | 4,770 |
All values are in US Dollars.
Interest rate risk
Changes in market interest rates may have an effect on the cash flows associated with some financial assets and liabilities, known as cash flow risk, and on the fair value of other financial assets or liabilities, known as price risk. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk primarily relating to its credit facilities that bear interest fluctuating with LIBOR. The credit facilities have a LIBOR floor of 1.5% and 2.0% for Credit Facility – Liquid and Credit Facility – Other, respectively. As at December 31, 2019, LIBOR is 1.74% (December 31, 2018 – 2.50%). A 50 basis point increase in LIBOR would increase annual credit facility interest expense by $0.5 million. With the sale of the MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company reduced its overall exposure to interest rate risk in the first quarter of 2020.
The debentures and convertible debentures have fixed rates of interest and are not subject to interest rate risk.
Capital management
Our objective in managing our capital is financial stability and sufficient liquidity to increase shareholder value through organic growth and investment in technology, marketing and product development. Our senior management team is responsible for managing the capital through regular review of financial information to ensure sufficient resources are available to meet operating requirements and investments to support our growth strategy. The Board is responsible for overseeing this process. In order to maintain or adjust our capital structure, we may issue new shares, repurchase shares, approve special dividends and/or issue debt.
Other risks
Other risks facing our business, and that could cause actual results to differ materially from current expectations may include, but are not limited to, risks and uncertainties that are discussed in greater detail in the "Risk Factors" section of our current annual information form for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and elsewhere in this MD&A.
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Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This MD&A makes reference to certain non‑IFRS financial measures. Core revenue^(1)(2)^, contribution, contribution margin, adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net loss, cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable, charge-off rate, core ARPM^(1)(2)^ and Mogo members are all non-IFRS financial measures. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Rather, these measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of the Company’s results of operations from management’s perspective. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS.
We use non‑IFRS financial measures to provide investors with supplemental measures of our operating performance and thus highlight trends in our core business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS financial measures. We believe that securities analysts, investors and other interested parties frequently use non‑IFRS financial measures in the evaluation of issuers. Our management also uses non‑IFRS financial measures in order to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period, prepare annual operating budgets and assess our ability to meet our capital expenditure and working capital requirements. These non-IFRS financial measures have limitations as analytical tools and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for an analysis of our results under IFRS. There are a number of limitations related to the use of non‑IFRS financial measures versus their nearest IFRS equivalents. Investors are encouraged to review our financial statements and disclosures in their entirety and are cautioned not to put undue reliance on any non‑IFRS financial measure and view it in conjunction with the most comparable IFRS financial measures. In evaluating these non‑IFRS financial measures, you should be aware that in the future we will continue to incur expenses similar to those adjusted in these non-IFRS financial measures.
Core revenue ^(1)(2)^
Core revenue is a non-IFRS financial measure that we calculate as total revenue less revenue from loan fees, our bitcoin mining operations and revenue related to Liquid loans. Core revenue is a measure used by our management and the Board to understand and evaluate trends within our business. We phased out our legacy short-term loan products and related loan fees in the third quarter of 2018, exited our bitcoin mining operations in the third quarter of 2019, and sold our MogoLiquid loan portfolio in the first quarter of 2020. Thus, we consider it important to highlight trends in revenue relating to our primary revenue segments. The following table presents a reconciliation of core revenue to total revenue, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Total revenue(2) | 59,805 | | $ | 56,550 | | $ | 15,018 | | $ | 14,682 | |
| Less: loan fees and mining | (1,662 | ) | | (10,436 | ) | | - | | | (592 | ) |
| Less: liquid loans revenue | (10,965 | ) | | (10,614 | ) | | (2,663 | ) | | (2,697 | ) |
| Core revenue | 47,178 | | | 35,500 | | | 12,355 | | | 11,393 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| (1) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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The Company has adjusted its prior period comparatives to conform with the new definition of core revenue.
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| | | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | Fourth Quarter | | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | | Core revenue, previously stated | 15,018 | | $ | 16,585 | | $ | 16,378 | | $ | 16,351 | | $ | 16,108 | | $ | 15,062 | | $ | 11,608 | | $ | 10,388 | |
| Presentation recast (2) | - | | | (1,557 | ) | | (1,511 | ) | | (1,460 | ) | | (1,425 | ) | | (1,210 | ) | | (1,104 | ) | | (988 | ) |
| Less: bitcoin mining revenue | - | | | - | | | (813 | ) | | (848 | ) | | (593 | ) | | (439 | ) | | (692 | ) | | (601 | ) |
| Less: Liquid loans revenue | (2,663 | ) | | (2,838 | ) | | (2,767 | ) | | (2,698 | ) | | (2,697 | ) | | (2,653 | ) | | (2,683 | ) | | (2,582 | ) |
| Core revenue | 12,355 | | | 12,190 | | | 11,287 | | | 11,345 | | | 11,393 | | | 10,760 | | | 7,129 | | | 6,217 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Contribution and Contribution Margin
Contribution is a non-IFRS financial measure that we calculate as gross profit less the credit facility interest expense and customer service and operations expenses. Contribution margin is a non-IFRS financial measure calculated by dividing contribution by total revenue. Contribution and contribution margin are measures used by our management and the Board to understand and evaluate our core operating performance and trends, and in particular as a way to evaluate the profitability of our core product revenue. Contribution excludes the impact of other expenses related to our investment in our platform, business and brand including technology, marketing and general and administration expenses. Factors that affect our contribution and contribution margin include revenue mix, transaction costs, and provision for loan losses, net of recoveries, origination and servicing expenses.
The following table presents a reconciliation of contribution and contribution margin to gross profit, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | |
| Gross profit | 41,018 | | $ | 39,616 | | $ | 9,897 | | $ | 10,033 | |
| Less: | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit facility interest expense | 11,316 | | | 9,353 | | | 3,021 | | | 2,765 | |
| Customer Service and Operations expenses | 8,787 | | | 8,383 | | | 2,432 | | | 2,162 | |
| Contribution | 20,915 | | | 21,880 | | | 4,444 | | | 5,106 | | | Total revenue(2) | 59,805 | | | 56,550 | | | 15,018 | | | 14,682 | |
| Contribution Margin | 35.0 | % | | 38.7 | % | | 29.6 | % | | 34.8 | % |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| (1) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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Adjusted EBITDA
Adjusted EBITDA is a non-IFRS financial measure that we calculate as net loss and comprehensive loss excluding depreciation and amortization, stock based compensation expense, gain on acquisition, one-time expenses, credit facility interest expense, debenture and other financing expense, impairment equipment, and unrealized gain or loss on financial instruments and foreign exchange. Adjusted EBITDA is a measure used by management and the Board to understand and evaluate our core operating performance and trends. The following table presents a reconciliation of adjusted EBITDA to net loss and comprehensive loss, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Net loss and comprehensive loss | (10,825 | ) | $ | (22,022 | ) | $ | (6,188 | ) | $ | (4,971 | ) |
| Depreciation and amortization (including Postmedia setup and warrant amortization) | 8,323 | | | 7,062 | | | 2,111 | | | 2,006 | |
| Stock-based compensation | 1,732 | | | 1,320 | | | 176 | | | 388 | |
| Credit facility interest expense | 11,316 | | | 9,353 | | | 3,021 | | | 2,765 | |
| Debenture and other financing expense | 8,471 | | | 8,036 | | | 2,357 | | | 1,993 | |
| Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) | (296 | ) | | 651 | | | (119 | ) | | 333 | |
| Change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | - | | | (442 | ) |
| Gain on acquisition, net | (13,141 | ) | | - | | | 108 | | | - | |
| Gain on investment portfolio | (294 | ) | | - | | | - | | | - | |
| Unrealized loss on investment portfolio | (100 | ) | | - | | | (100 | ) | | - | |
| One-time provision for excise tax | 800 | | | - | | | 800 | | | - | |
| Impairment of equipment | - | | | 1,105 | | | - | | | - | |
| Other | 645 | | | 382 | | | 129 | | | - | |
| Adjusted EBITDA | 7,201 | | | 4,154 | | | 2,295 | | | 2,072 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Adjusted Net Loss
Adjusted net loss is a non-IFRS financial measure that we calculate as net loss and comprehensive loss excluding unrealized gain or loss on financial instruments and foreign exchange, stock-based compensation and other one-time income and expenses. Adjusted net loss is a measure used by management and the Board to evaluate the Company’s overall business financial performance and trends. This measure differs from adjusted EBITDA in that adjusted net loss includes depreciation and amortization, credit facility interest expense and debenture and other financing expense, and thus comprises more elements of the Company’s overall net profit or loss. The following table presents a reconciliation of adjusted net loss and comprehensive loss, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Net loss and comprehensive loss | (10,825 | ) | $ | (22,022 | ) | $ | (6,188 | ) | $ | (4,971 | ) |
| Stock‑based compensation | 1,732 | | | 1,320 | | | 176 | | | 388 | |
| Unrealized foreign exchange loss (gain) | (296 | ) | | 651 | | | (119 | ) | | 333 | |
| Change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | - | | | (442 | ) |
| Gain on acquisition, net | (13,141 | ) | | - | | | 108 | | | - | |
| Gain on investment portfolio | (294 | ) | | - | | | - | | | - | |
| Unrealized loss on investment portfolio | (100 | ) | | - | | | (100 | ) | | - | |
| One-time provision for excise tax | 800 | | | - | | | 800 | | | - | |
| Impairment of equipment | - | | | 1,105 | | | - | | | - | |
| Other | 645 | | | 382 | | | 129 | | | - | |
| Adjusted net loss | (20,909 | ) | | (20,297 | ) | | (5,194 | ) | | (4,692 | ) |
All values are in US Dollars.
Cash Provided by Operating Activities before Investment in Gross Loans Receivable
Cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable is calculated as cash used in operating activities, less net cash used in loan investment. The Company requires net cash outflows in order to grow its gross loans receivable, which in turn generates future growth in interest revenue. These net cash outflows are presented within the operating activities section of the consolidated statement of cash flows, whereas the economic benefits are realized over the longer term. Consequently, we consider cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable to be a useful measure in understanding the cash flow trends inherent to our existing scale of operations, by separating out the portion of cash flows related to investment in portfolio growth.
The following table presents a reconciliation of cash provided by operating activities before investment in gross loans receivable, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the period indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Net cash used in operating activities | (15,210 | ) | $ | (29,203 | ) | $ | 15 | | $ | (9,233 | ) |
| Net investment in gross loans receivable | (22,207 | ) | | (36,428 | ) | | (2,170 | ) | | (10,695 | ) |
| Cash provided by operations before investment in gross loans receivable | 6,997 | | | 7,225 | | | 2,185 | | | 1,462 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Charge-Off Rate
Charge-off rate is a non-IFRS financial measure that we calculate as the annualized rate of loans written-off during the current period, net of recoveries, divided by the average gross loans receivable balance in the period. We consider the charge-off rate in a period to be an important metric and indication of the credit performance of our loan portfolio.
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The following table presents a calculation of charge-off rate using loans charged-off and gross loans receivable, the most comparable IFRS financial measures, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Loans charged-off | 19,290 | | $ | 15,566 | | $ | 4,767 | | $ | 4,467 | |
| Recoveries | (1,737 | ) | | (2,039 | ) | | (409 | ) | | (572 | ) |
| Charge-off net of recoveries | 17,553 | | | 13,527 | | | 4,358 | | | 3,895 | |
| Gross loans receivable - opening balance | 101,756 | | | 80,894 | | | 107,271 | | | 95,528 | |
| Gross loans receivable - ending balance | 104,675 | | | 101,756 | | | 104,675 | | | 101,756 | |
| Simple average of Gross loans receivable | 103,216 | | | 91,325 | | | 105,973 | | | 98,642 | |
| Charge-off rate (annualized) | 17.0 | % | | 14.8 | % | | 16.4 | % | | 15.8 | % |
All values are in US Dollars.
Core ARPM ^(1)(2)^
Core ARPM is a non-IFRS measure that we calculate as core revenue^(1)(2)^ during a period divided by the average number of Mogo members in the period, annualized for a full year. We believe that the measure is a key driver of the Company’s future performance. Our strategy is to continue to grow existing products, launch new products, grow our member base and increase monetization of our member base.
The following table present a calculation of Core ARPM starting from total revenue, the most comparable IFRS financial measure, for each of the periods indicated:
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| | | | 2018 | | | 2019 | | | 2018 | | | | Total revenue(2) | 59,805 | | $ | 56,550 | | $ | 15,018 | | $ | 14,682 | |
| Less: loan fees and mining | (1,662 | ) | | (10,436 | ) | | - | | | (592 | ) |
| Less: Liquid loans revenue | (10,965 | ) | | (10,614 | ) | | (2,663 | ) | | (2,697 | ) |
| Core revenue(1)(2) | 47,178 | | | 35,500 | | | 12,355 | | | 11,393 | |
| Number of Mogo Members – opening (000s) | 756 | | | 544 | | | 925 | | | 711 | |
| Number of Mogo Members – ending (000s) | 976 | | | 756 | | | 976 | | | 756 | |
| Simple average of Mogo Members (000s) | 866 | | | 650 | | | 951 | | | 734 | |
| Core ARPM (annualized in ) | 54 | | $ | 55 | | $ | 52 | | $ | 62 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
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| (1) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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| (2) | During the fourth quarter of 2019, the Company changed certain prior period numbers to conform with current presentation, see discussion for Total Revenue under the Key Income Statement Components section for more details. |
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The revision in the definition of core revenue^(1)(2)^ in the fourth quarter of 2019, and adjustment to prior period comparatives to conform with the new definition, has resulted in a corresponding change to core ARPM. A reconciliation of previously reported amounts to adjusted core ARPM is as follows:
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| | | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | Fourth Quarter | | | Third Quarter | | | Second Quarter | | | First Quarter | | | | Core “ARPM”, previously stated | 63 | | | 74 | | | 78 | | | 84 | | | 88 | | | 88 | | | 74 | | | 72 | |
| Presentation recast(2) | - | | | (7 | ) | | (7 | ) | | (7 | ) | | (8 | ) | | (7 | ) | | (7 | ) | | (7 | ) |
| Adjusted for bitcoin mining revenue | - | | | - | | | (4 | ) | | (5 | ) | | (3 | ) | | (2 | ) | | (5 | ) | | (4 | ) |
| Adjusted for liquid loan revenue | (11 | ) | | (13 | ) | | (13 | ) | | (14 | ) | | (15 | ) | | (16 | ) | | (17 | ) | | (18 | ) |
| Core “ARPM” | 52 | | | 54 | | | 54 | | | 58 | | | 62 | | | 63 | | | 45 | | | 43 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
Mogo members
Mogo members is not a financial measure. Mogo members refers to the number of individuals who have signed up for one or more of our products and services including: MogoMoney, MogoProtect, MogoSpend, MogoMortgage, MogoCrypto, our premium account subscription offerings, free credit score with free monthly credit score monitoring, unique content, or events. People cease to be Mogo members if they do not use any of our products or services for 12 months and have a deactivated account. Reported Mogo members may overstate the number of unique individuals who actively use our products and services within a 12-month period, as one individual may register for multiple accounts whether inadvertently or in a fraudulent attempt. Customers are Mogo members who have accessed one of our revenue generating products, including MogoMoney, MogoProtect, MogoSpend, MogoMortgage, MogoCrypto, and our premium account subscription offerings. Management believes that the size of our Mogo member base is one of the key drivers of the Company’s future performance. Our goal is to continue to grow and monetize our member base as we build our digital financial platform, launch new products and strive to build the largest digital financial brand in Canada.
Critical Accounting Estimates
The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates, assumptions and judgments that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities, and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the period. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates, assumptions, and judgments are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized on a prospective basis beginning from the period in which they are revised.
Significant estimates and judgments include the capitalization of intangible assets, valuation of long-lived assets, allowance for loan losses, fair value of share-based payments and income taxes, which are described further in the notes to the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019.
The fair value measurement of privately held investments is also subject to significant estimation and judgment and is described further in the notes to the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019.
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| (1) | In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition. See “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” for a reconciliation of core revenue and core ARPM to amounts reported in previous periods. |
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Changes in Accounting Policies including Initial Adoption
Recent IFRS standards adopted in 2019
The Company has adopted IFRS 16, Leases, as of January 1, 2019. On adoption of IFRS 16, the Company recognized lease liabilities in relation to property leases which had previously been classified as ‘operating leases’ under the principal of IAS 17. Additional information regarding the effects of adoption of IFRS 16 can be found in Note 3 of the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018. In the third quarter of 2019, the Company has adjusted its measurement of lease liabilities as at January 1, 2019 by $2,460 to exclude tax and operating costs, with a corresponding decrease to the right-of-use assets. The adjustment did not impact the statements of comprehensive income (loss), changes in equity (deficit) or cash flows.
In addition to the standard listed above, several other amendments and interpretations apply for the first time in 2019, but do not have any material impact on the financial results of the Company.
Mogo also adopted certain new accounting policies and related accounting standards in connection with the business combination with Difference on June 21, 2019, which are described in Note 3 of the Company’s consolidated financial statements for the twelve months ended December 31, 2019.
Controls and Procedures
The Company’s CEO and CFO are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures for the Company. The Company maintains a set of disclosure controls and procedures designed to provide reasonable assurance that information required to be publicly disclosed is recorded, processed, summarized and reported on a timely basis. The CEO and CFO have evaluated the design of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures at the end of the quarter and based on the evaluation, the CEO and CFO have concluded that the disclosure controls and procedures are effectively designed.
Internal Controls over Financial Reporting
The Company’s internal controls over financial reporting (“ICFR”) are designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with IFRS. The Company’s management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate ICFR for the Company. Management, including the CEO and CFO, does not expect that the Company’s ICFR will prevent or detect all errors and all fraud or will be effective under all future conditions. A control system is subject to inherent limitations and even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable, but not absolute, assurance that the control objectives will be met with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation. The Company’s management under the supervision of the CEO and CFO has evaluated the design of the Company’s ICFR based on the Internal Control – Integrated Framework issued in 2013 by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission. As at December 31, 2019, management assessed the design of the Company’s ICFR and concluded that such ICFR is appropriately designed, and that there are no material weaknesses in the Company’s ICFR that have been identified by management. There have been no changes in the Company's internal control over financial reporting during the period that have materially affected, or are likely to materially affect, the Company's internal control over financial reporting.
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mogo_ex992.htm EXHIBIT 99.2
Mogo Inc.
Consolidated Financial Statements
For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018

KPMG LLP
PO Box 10426 777 Dunsmuir Street
Vancouver BC V7Y 1K3
Canada
Telephone (604) 691-3000
Fax (604) 691-3031
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
To the Stockholders and Board of Directors
Mogo Inc. (formerly Difference Capital Financial Inc.):
Op inion on the Consolidated Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statement of financial position of Mogo Inc. and its subsidiaries (the Company) (formerly Difference Capital Financial Inc.) as of December 31, 2019, the related consolidated statements of operations and comprehensive loss, changes in equity (deficit), and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes (collectively, the consolidated financial statements). In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2019, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for the year then ended, in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board.
Change in Accounting Principle
As discussed in Note 3(p) to the consolidated financial statements, the Company adopted IFRS 16, Leases using the modified retrospective method, at January 1, 2019, the date of initial application.
Basis for Opinion
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audit. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
KPMG LLP is a Canadian limited liability partnership and a member firm of the KPMG network of independent
member firms affiliated with KPMG International Cooperative (“KPMG International”), a Swiss entity.
KPMG Canada provides services to KPMG LLP.
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We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audit, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audit included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audit also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.

Chartered Professional Accountants
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2019.
Vancouver, Canada
March 26, 2020
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders of Mogo Inc.
Opinion on the Consolidated Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated statements of financial position of Mogo Inc. (the Company) as of December 31, 2018, and the related consolidated statements of comprehensive loss, shareholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2018, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the consolidated financial statements).
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2018, and the results of its consolidated operations and its consolidated cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2018, in conformity with International Financial Reporting Standards as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board (IFRS).
Basis for Opinion
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB) and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the consolidated financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. The Company is not required to have, nor were we engaged to perform, an audit of its internal control over financial reporting. As part of our audits, we are required to obtain an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial reporting. Accordingly, we express no such opinion.
Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the consolidated financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the consolidated financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the consolidated financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Change in Accounting Principles
As discussed in Note 3 to the consolidated financial statements, effective January 1, 2018, the Company has changed its method of accounting for financial instruments due to the adoption of IFRS 9 Financial Instruments and has changed its method of accounting for revenues due to the adoption of IFRS 15 Revenues.

Chartered Professional Accountants
We served as the Company’s auditor from 2010 to 2019.
Winnipeg, Manitoba
April 29, 2019

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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Consolidated Statement of Financial Position<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian Dollars) |
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| Note | December 31,<br> <br>2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018^(1)^ |
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| Assets | | | | | | | |
| Cash and cash equivalent | | | 10,417 | | | 20,439 | |
| Loans receivable | 5 | | 88,655 | | | 86,347 | |
| Prepaid expenses, deposits and other assets | 6 | | 3,248 | | | 3,501 | |
| Investment portfolio | 8 | | 20,790 | | | - | |
| Deferred costs | | | 137 | | | 273 | |
| Property and equipment | 9 | | 1,773 | | | 3,016 | |
| Right-of-use assets | 12 | | 4,821 | | | - | |
| Intangible assets | 10 | | 21,257 | | | 18,658 | |
| Total assets | | | 151,098 | | | 132,234 | | | Liabilities | | | | | | | |
| Accounts payable and accruals | 11 | | 11,254 | | | 9,454 | |
| Lease liabilities | 12 | | 5,208 | | | - | |
| Credit facilities | 13 | | 76,472 | | | 76,465 | |
| Debentures | 14 | | 44,039 | | | 42,156 | |
| Convertible debentures | 15 | | 12,373 | | | 11,889 | |
| Derivative financial liability | 24 (d) | | - | | | 964 | |
| Total liabilities | | | 149,346 | | | 140,928 | | | Shareholders’ Equity (Deficit) | | | | | | | |
| Share capital | 24 (a) | | 94,500 | | | 75,045 | |
| Contributed surplus | | | 8,861 | | | 7,045 | |
| Deficit | | | (101,609 | ) | | (90,784 | ) |
| Total shareholders’ equity (deficit) | | | 1,752 | | | (8,694 | ) |
| Total equity and liabilities | | | 151,098 | | | 132,234 | |
^(1)^ The consolidated statement of Financial position as at December 31, 2019 reflects the adoption of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019. The comparative information has not been restated.
Approved on Behalf of the Board
Signed by “Greg Feller” , Director
Signed by “Minhas Mohamed” , Director
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Consolidated Statement of Operations and Comprehensive Loss<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian Dollars) |
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| Revenue | | | | | | | | | | |
| Subscription and services | 4,17 | | 25,311 | | | 21,550 | | | 9,455 | |
| Interest revenue | | | 34,494 | | | 26,889 | | | 18,571 | |
| Loan fees | | | - | | | 8,111 | | | 17,522 | |
| | | | 59,805 | | | 56,550 | | | 45,548 | |
| Cost of revenue | | | | | | | | | | |
| Provision for loan losses, net of recoveries | 5 | | 18,162 | | | 16,367 | | | 11,409 | |
| Transaction costs | | | 625 | | | 567 | | | 535 | |
| | | | 18,787 | | | 16,934 | | | 11,944 | |
| Gross profit | | | 41,018 | | | 39,616 | | | 33,604 | |
| Operating expenses | | | | | | | | | | |
| Technology and development | | | 14,989 | | | 15,028 | | | 11,660 | |
| Marketing | | | 9,412 | | | 8,772 | | | 6,854 | |
| Customer service and operations | | | 8,787 | | | 8,383 | | | 7,663 | |
| General and administration | | | 11,484 | | | 11,661 | | | 10,334 | |
| Total operating expenses | 18 | | 44,672 | | | 43,844 | | | 36,511 | |
| Loss from operations | | | (3,654 | ) | | (4,228 | ) | | (2,907 | ) |
| Other expenses (income) | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit facility interest expense | 13 | | 11,316 | | | 9,353 | | | 7,178 | |
| Debenture and other financing expense | 7,12,13,14 | | 8,471 | | | 8,036 | | | 7,503 | |
| Unrealized exchange (gain) loss | | | (296 | ) | | 651 | | | (379 | ) |
| Change in fair value due to revaluation of derivative liability | 24d | | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | 2,207 | |
| Gain on acquisition, net | 21 | | (13,141 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Gain on investment portfolio | 8 | | (294 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Unrealized gain on investment portfolio | | | (100 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Impairment of equipment | 9 | | - | | | 1,105 | | | - | |
| Other | | | 645 | | | 382 | | | 313 | |
| | | | 7,171 | | | 17,794 | | | 16,822 | |
| Net loss and comprehensive loss | | | (10,825 | ) | | (22,022 | ) | | (19,729 | ) | | Net loss per share | | | | | | | | | | |
| Basic and fully diluted | 19 | | (0.42 | ) | | (0.97 | ) | | (1.07 | ) |
| Weighted average number of basic and fully diluted common shares (in 000’s) | | | 25,545 | | | 22,714 | | | 18,381 | |
^(1)^The consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss for fiscal year 2019 reflects the adoption of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019, and for fiscal year 2018 reflects the adoption of IFRS 9 on January 1, 2018. The comparative information has not been restated.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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| Balance, December 31, 2016 | | 18,280 | $ | 45,655 | $ | 3,945 | | $ | (43,898 | ) | $ | 5,702 | |
| Loss and comprehensive loss | | - | | - | | - | | | (19,729 | ) | | (19,729 | ) |
| Shares issued, net | | 3,750 | | 24,397 | | - | | | - | | | 24,397 | |
| Shares issued – convertible debentures (Note 15) | | 142 | | 814 | | - | | | - | | | 814 | |
| Stock based compensation | | - | | - | | 1,343 | | | - | | | 1,343 | |
| Options exercised | | 62 | | 250 | | (102 | ) | | - | | | 148 | |
| Conversion of restricted share units (“RSUs”) | | 41 | | 273 | | (273 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Equity component of convertible debentures | | - | | - | | 973 | | | - | | | 973 | |
| Amortization of warrants | | - | | - | | 147 | | | - | | | 147 | |
| Balance, December 31, 2017^(1)^ | | 22,275 | | 71,389 | | 6,033 | | | (63,627 | ) | | 13,795 | |
| Number of shares (000s) | Share capital | Contributed<br> <br>Surplus | Deficit | Total |
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| Balance, December 31, 2017 | | 22,275 | $ | 71,389 | | $ | 6,033 | | $ | (63,627 | ) | $ | 13,795 | |
| Impact of adopting IFRS 9 at January 1, 2018 | | - | | - | | | - | | | (5,135 | ) | | (5,135 | ) |
| Balance, January 1, 2018 | | 22,275 | | 71,389 | | | 6,033 | | | (68,762 | ) | | 8,660 | |
| Loss and comprehensive loss | | - | | - | | | - | | | (22,022 | ) | | (22,022 | ) |
| Shares issued – convertible debentures (Note 15) | | 766 | | 3,157 | | | (132 | ) | | - | | | 3,025 | |
| Share issuance costs | | - | | (38 | ) | | - | | | - | | | (38 | ) |
| Stock based compensation | | - | | - | | | 1,320 | | | - | | | 1,320 | |
| Options and restricted share units (“RSUs”) exercised | | 186 | | 537 | | | (226 | ) | | - | | | 311 | |
| Amortization of warrants | | - | | - | | | 50 | | | - | | | 50 | |
| Balance, December 31, 2018^(1)^ | | 23,227 | | 75,045 | | | 7,045 | | | (90,784 | ) | | (8,694 | ) |
| Number of shares (000s) | Share capital | Contributed<br> <br>surplus | Deficit | Total |
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| Balance, December 31, 2018 | | 23,227 | $ | 75,045 | $ | 7,045 | | $ | (90,784 | ) | $ | (8,694 | ) |
| Loss and comprehensive loss | | - | | - | | - | | | (10,825 | ) | | (10,825 | ) |
| Incremental share issuance – acquisition of Difference Capital Financial Inc. (Note 21) | | 3,176 | | 14,867 | | - | | | - | | | 14,867 | |
| Issuance of replacement stock-based awards – acquisition of Difference Capital Financial Inc. (Note 21) | | - | | - | | 682 | | | - | | | 682 | |
| Conversion of warrants (Note 24d) | | 337 | | 1,534 | | - | | | - | | | 1,534 | |
| Shares issued – convertible debentures (Note 15) | | 367 | | 1,568 | | (19 | ) | | - | | | 1,549 | |
| Stock based compensation | | - | | - | | 1,732 | | | - | | | 1,732 | |
| Options and restricted share units (“RSUs”) exercised | | 451 | | 1,486 | | (716 | ) | | - | | | 770 | |
| Amortization of warrants | | - | | - | | 137 | | | - | | | 137 | |
| Balance, December 31, 2019 | | 27,558 | | 94,500 | | 8,861 | | | (101,609 | ) | | 1,752 | |
^(1)^ The consolidated statement of changes in equity (deficit) for the fiscal year 2019 reflects the adoption of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019, and for the fiscal year 2018 reflects the adoption of IFRS 9 on January 1, 2018. The comparative information has not been restated.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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| Cash provided by (used in) the following activities: | | | | | | | | | | |
| Operating activities | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net loss and comprehensive loss | | | (10,825 | ) | | (22,022 | ) | | (19,729 | ) |
| Items not affecting cash: | | | | | | | | | | |
| Depreciation and amortization | | | 8,049 | | | 6,875 | | | 3,489 | |
| Post media warrant and setup fee expenses | 24(d) | | 274 | | | 187 | | | 558 | |
| Gain on acquisition | 21 | | (14,786 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Other | | | 286 | | | - | | | - | |
| Impairment of equipment | 9 | | - | | | 1,105 | | | 118 | |
| Provision for loan losses | 5 | | 19,899 | | | 18,406 | | | 13,343 | |
| Credit facility and debenture interest expense | | | 19,787 | | | 17,389 | | | 14,681 | |
| Stock based compensation expense | | | 1,732 | | | 1,320 | | | 1,343 | |
| Unrealized loss (gain) on derivative liability | | | 570 | | | (1,733 | ) | | 2,207 | |
| Unrealized foreign exchange (gain) loss | | | (296 | ) | | 668 | | | (403 | ) |
| Unrealized gain on investment portfolio | | | (100 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| | | | 24,590 | | | 22,195 | | | 15,607 | |
| Changes in: | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net issuance of loans receivable | | | (22,207 | ) | | (36,428 | ) | | (24,927 | ) |
| Investment tax credits | | | - | | | 343 | | | (186 | ) |
| Prepaid expenses, deposits and other assets | 6 | | 239 | | | (1,824 | ) | | (462 | ) |
| Accounts payable and accruals | 11 | | (323 | ) | | 1,412 | | | 1,474 | |
| Cash generated from operating activities | | | 2,299 | | | (14,302 | ) | | (8,494 | ) |
| Interest paid | | | (17,509 | ) | | (14,901 | ) | | (12,864 | ) |
| Net cash used in operating activities | | | (15,210 | ) | | (29,203 | ) | | (21,358 | ) | | Investing activities | | | | | | | | | | |
| Purchases of property and equipment | | | (647 | ) | | (3,409 | ) | | (404 | ) |
| Investment in intangible assets | | | (8,438 | ) | | (7,644 | ) | | (5,017 | ) |
| Net cash used in investing activities | | | (9,085 | ) | | (11,053 | ) | | (5,421 | ) | | Financing activities | | | | | | | | | | |
| Net proceeds from issuance of convertible debentures | | | - | | | - | | | 13,528 | |
| Net proceeds from issuance of common shares | | | - | | | - | | | 24,397 | |
| Cash acquired upon acquisition of Difference Capital Financial Inc. | 21 | | 10,246 | | | - | | | - | |
| Proceeds from sale of investment | 8 | | 2,114 | | | - | | | - | |
| Lease liabilities – principal payments | | | (833 | ) | | - | | | - | |
| Net advances from debentures | | | 2,201 | | | 1,410 | | | - | |
| Net advances from credit facilities | | | (225 | ) | | 18,414 | | | 10,642 | |
| Cash payments on options exercised | | | 770 | | | 311 | | | 148 | |
| Net cash provided by financing activities | | | 14,273 | | | 20,135 | | | 48,715 | | | Net decrease in cash | | | (10,022 | ) | | (20,121 | ) | | 21,936 | |
| Cash and cash equivalent, beginning of year | | | 20,439 | | | 40,560 | | | 18,624 | |
| Cash and cash equivalent, end of year | | | 10,417 | | | 20,439 | | | 40,560 | |
(1)^^The consolidated statement of cash flows for the years ended December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018 reflects the adoption of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019 and IFRS 9 on January 1, 2018. The comparative information has not been restated.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 1. | Nature of operations |
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| Mogo Inc. (formerly Difference Capital Financial Inc.) (“Mogo” or the "Company") was continued under the Business Corporations Act (British Columbia) on June 21, 2019 in connection with the combination with Mogo Finance Technology Inc. (“Mogo Finance”) as further described in Note 17. The transaction was accounted for as a business combination, with Mogo Finance as the accounting acquirer. Accordingly, these financial statements reflect the continuing financial statements of Mogo Finance.<br> <br><br> <br>The address of the Company's registered office is Suite 1700, Park Place, 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, V6C 2X8. The Company’s common shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) and the Nasdaq Capital Market under the symbol “MOGO”.<br> <br><br> <br>Mogo — a financial technology company — offers a finance app that empowers consumers with simple solutions to help them get in control of their financial wellness. Using the Mogo platform, users can sign up for a free account and begin to learn the 4 habits of financial health and get convenient access to products that can help them achieve their financial goals. With the marketing partnership with one of Canada's largest news media company, Mogo continues to execute on its vision of becoming the go-to financial app for the next generation of Canadians. | |
| 2. | Basis of presentation |
| Statement of compliance | |
| These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB"). The policies applied in these consolidated financial statements were based on IFRS issued and outstanding at December 31, 2019.<br> <br><br> <br>The Company presents its consolidated statement of financial position on a non-classified basis in order of liquidity.<br> <br><br> <br>These consolidated financial statements were authorized for issue by the Board of Directors (the “Board”) on March 26, 2020.<br> <br><br> <br>These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern basis, which contemplates the realization of assets and the payment of liabilities in the ordinary course of business. Should the Company be unable to continue as a going concern, it may be unable to realize the carrying value of its assets and to meet its liabilities as they become due in the normal course.<br> <br><br> <br>Management routinely plans future activities which includes forecasting future cash flows. Management has reviewed their plan with the Board and has collectively formed a judgment that the Company has adequate resources to continue as a going concern for the foreseeable future, which Management and the Board have defined as being at least the next 12 months. In arriving at this judgment, Management has considered the following: (i) cash flow projections of the Company, which incorporates a rolling forecast and detailed cash flow modeling through the current fiscal year, and (ii) the base of investors and debt lenders historically available to the Company. The expected cash flows have been modeled based on anticipated revenue and profit streams with debt programmed into the model. Refer to notes 11, 13, 14, 15 and 23 for details on amounts that may come due in the next 12 months.<br> <br><br> <br>For these reasons, the Company continues to adopt a going concern basis in preparing the consolidated financial statements.<br> <br><br> <br>Functional and presentation currency<br> <br><br> <br>These consolidated financial statements are presented in Canadian dollars, which is the Company's and its subsidiaries functional currency. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 2. | Basis of presentation ( Continued from previous page) |
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| Basis of consolidation | |
| The Company has consolidated the assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses of all its subsidiaries and its structured entity. The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Company, and its direct and indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries, Mogo Finance, Mogo Financial (Alberta) Inc., Mogo Financial (B.C.) Inc., Mogo Financial Inc., Mogo Financial (Ontario) Inc., Mogo Mortgage Technology Inc., Hornby Loan Brokers (Ottawa) Inc., Hornby Leasing Inc., Mogo Technology Inc. (a US subsidiary), Mogo Blockchain Technology Inc., Mogo Wealth Technology Inc., Thurlow Management Inc., Thurlow Capital (Alberta) Inc., Thurlow Capital (B.C.) Inc., Thurlow Capital (Manitoba) Inc., Thurlow Capital (Ontario) Inc., and Thurlow Capital (Ottawa) Inc. and its special purpose entity, Mogo Finance Trust (the “Trust”). The financial statements of the subsidiaries and the Trust are prepared for the same reporting period as the Company, using consistent accounting policies. | |
| Subsidiaries are entities controlled by the Company. The financial statements of subsidiaries are included in the consolidated financial statements from the date that control commences until the date that control ceases. | |
| An entity is consolidated if the Company concludes that it controls the entity. The following circumstances may indicate a relationship in which, in substance, Mogo controls and therefore consolidates the entity: |
| · | The Company has power over the entity whereby the Company has the ability to direct the relevant activities (i.e., the activities that affect the entity’s returns); |
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| · | The Company is exposed, or has rights, to variable returns from its involvement with the entity; and |
| · | The Company has the ability to use its power over the entity to affect the amount of the entity’s returns. |
| Special purpose entities (“SPEs”) are entities that are created to accomplish a narrow and well-defined objective such as the execution of a specific borrowing or lending transaction. An SPE is consolidated, if based on an evaluation of the substance of its relationship with the Company, and the SPE’s risks and rewards, the Company concludes that it controls the SPE. Mogo’s activities with respect to the Trust has resulted in the Company consolidating the Trust within these consolidated financial statements. |
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| All inter‑company balances, income and expenses and unrealized gains and losses resulting from inter‑company transactions are eliminated in full. |
| 3. | Significant accounting policies |
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| (a) | Revenue recognition |
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| Revenue is comprised of subscription and services, interest revenue and loan fees from our legacy short-term loan products, which were phased out in the third quarter of 2018. |
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| For the year ended December 31, 2017, revenue was recognized under IAS 18, Revenue. The Company recognized interest income, loan fees, nonsufficient funds fees, and any other fees or charges permitted by applicable laws and pursuant to the agreement with the borrower. For short-term loans that the Company offered, loan fees were recognized when assessed to the customer. For line of credit accounts, interest was recognized during the period based upon the balance outstanding and the contractual interest rate, and fees were recognized when assessed to the customer. For installment loans, revenue was recognized on an effective interest basis over the term of the loan and fees were recognized when assessed to the customer. Non-sufficient funds fees were recognized when the underlying transactions had been completed and collection was reasonably assured. Mortgage brokerage commissions were recognized once the mortgage was funded by the third-party lender. Revenue from MogoSpend and MogoProtect were recognized when services were rendered. We recorded revenue on a net basis for those sales in which we had in substance acted as an agent or broker in the transaction |
| On January 1, 2018, the Company adopted IFRS 15, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. IFRS 15 is effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2018, and supersedes IAS 11, Construction Contracts, and IAS 18, Revenue, as well as various International Financial Reporting Interpretative Committee (“IFRIC”) and Standards Interpretations Committee (“SIC”) interpretations regarding revenue. The adoption of this standard did not have any significant impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. |
| For the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2019 the Company recognizes interest revenue, loan fees, nonsufficient funds fees, and any other fees or charges permitted by applicable laws and pursuant to the agreement with the borrower. We record revenue on a net basis for those sales in which we have in substance acted as an agent or broker in the transaction. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| Subscription and services is comprised of MogoProtect subscriptions, MogoSpend revenue, MogoMortgage brokerage commissions, premium account revenues, loan protection premiums, MogoCrypto revenue, Bitcoin mining revenue, and other fees and charges. Subscription and services revenue is measured based on the consideration specified in a contract with customers. The Company recognizes revenue when control of the services are transferred to the customer. |
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| Interest revenue represents interest on our long-term loan products. Our long‑term loans fall into two categories: line of credit accounts and installment loans. For line of credit accounts, interest is recognized on an effective interest basis during the period, and fees are recognized when assessed to the customer. For installment loans, revenue is recognized on an effective interest basis over the term of the loan and fees are recognized when assessed to the customer. |
| In 2018, the Company, through a third-party hosting agreement, joined a Bitcoin mining pool that provided transaction verification services on the Bitcoin network. As there is no definitive guidance in IFRS for the accounting of digital currency mining activities, management has exercised judgement in determining this accounting treatment for the recognition of revenue from Bitcoin mining. The Company received Bitcoin as compensation for these services, which are recognized as revenue and measured at fair value (“FV”) according to the spot price at the time they were mined. Bitcoin is considered earned upon the addition of a block to the Bitcoin blockchain at which time the economic benefit is received and can be reliably measured. The Company ceased its Bitcoin operation in June 2019. |
| For legacy short-term loans that the Company offered during 2017 and 2018, loan fees were recognized when assessed to the customer. |
| (b) | Cost of revenue |
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| Cost of revenue consists of provision for loan losses and transaction costs. Transaction costs are expenses that relate directly to the acquisition and processing of new customers (excluding marketing) and include expenses such as credit scoring fees, loan system transaction fees, and certain fees related to the MogoSpend and MogoProtect programs. | |
| (c) | Financial instruments |
| For the year ended December 31, 2017, financial instruments were within the scope of IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. Financial assets and liabilities were recognized when the Company became a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Financial assets were derecognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the assets had expired or had been transferred and the Company had transferred substantially all risks and rewards of ownership. Financial liabilities were derecognized when the obligation specified in the contract was discharged, cancelled or expired. | |
| All financial instruments were measured at fair value on initial recognition. Measurement in subsequent periods depended on the instrument’s classification. The Company had implemented the following classifications:<br> <br><br> <br>Cash consisted of cash on hand and demand deposits.<br> <br><br> <br>Loans receivable were classified as “loans and receivables” and were initially recognized at fair value. Loans receivable were subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method, less any allowance for loan losses.<br> <br><br> <br>Accounts payable and accruals, deferred revenue, credit facilities, debentures, and convertible debentures were classified as “other financial liabilities” and were initially recorded at fair value, net of any transaction costs incurred. Subsequently, these items were measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method.<br> <br><br> <br>Derivative financial liabilities were classified as “financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss” and were initially and subsequently measured at fair value. The changes in fair value were recorded as a gain or loss in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss.<br> <br><br> <br>Financial assets were assessed at each reporting date to determine whether there was any objective evidence that they were impaired. A financial asset was considered to be impaired if objective evidence indicated that one or more events had a negative effect on the estimated future cash flows of that asset. An impairment loss was calculated as the difference between its carrying amount, and the present value of the estimated future cash flows discounted at their original effective interest rate. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| The allowance for loan losses was a provision that was netted against gross loans receivable on the Company’s consolidated statement of financial position. The allowance for loan losses provided for a portion of future charge offs that had not yet occurred within the portfolio of loans receivable that existed at the reporting date. It was determined by the Company using a standard calculation that considered i) the relative maturity of the loans within the portfolio, ii) the long-term expected charge off rates based on actual historical performance and iii) the long-term expected charge off pattern (timing) for a vintage of loans over their life based on actual historical performance. The allowance for loan losses essentially estimated the charge offs that were expected to occur over the subsequent six-month period for loans that existed as of the statement of financial position date. Loan balances which were delinquent greater than 180 days were written off against the allowance for loan losses. |
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| Impairment losses were recognized in consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. An impairment loss was reversed if the reversal could be related objectively to an event occurring after the impairment loss was recognized |
| On January 1, 2018, the Company adopted IFRS 9, Financial Instruments, which replaces IAS 39, Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. This standard establishes new measurement categories for classifying financial assets, and new guidance in relation to impairment and hedge accounting. The new hedge accounting requirements have no material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements. |
| For the years ended December 31, 2018 and 2019 financial assets and liabilities are recognized when the Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instrument. Financial assets are derecognized when the rights to receive cash flows from the assets have expired or have been transferred, and the Company has transferred substantially all risks and rewards of ownership. Financial liabilities are derecognized when the obligation specified in the contract is discharged, cancelled or expires. When an existing financial liability is replaced by another from the same lender on substantially different terms, or the terms of an existing liability are substantially modified, such an exchange or modification is treated as the derecognition of the original liability and the recognition of a new liability. The difference in the respective carrying amounts is recognized in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. |
| Classification and measurement of financial assets and financial liabilities<br> <br><br> <br>At initial recognition, the Company measures a financial asset at its fair value plus, and in the case of a financial asset not at fair value through profit or loss, transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the financial asset. Transaction costs of financial assets carried at fair value through profit or loss are expensed in profit or loss. Financial liabilities are recognized initially at fair value and are classified as amortized cost or as fair value through profit or loss (“FVTPL”). A financial liability is classified as at FVTPL if it is classified as held-for trading, it is a derivative or it is designated as such on initial recognition.<br> <br><br> <br>The Company classifies its financial assets between those to be measured subsequently at fair value (either through other comprehensive income, or through profit or loss), and those to be measured at amortized cost. Financial assets are not reclassified subsequent to their initial recognition unless the Company changes its business model for managing financial assets in which case all affected financial assets are reclassified on the first day of the first reporting period following the change in the business model.<br> <br><br> <br>A financial asset is measured at amortized cost if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as FVTPL: |
| · | it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets to collect contractual cash flows; and |
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| · | its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. |
| A debt investment is measured at fair value through other comprehensive income (“FVOCI”) if it meets both of the following conditions and is not designated as at FVTPL: |
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| · | it is held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both collecting contractual cash flows and selling financial assets; and |
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| · | its contractual terms give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding. |
| All financial assets not classified as measured at amortized cost or FVOCI as described above are measured at FVTPL. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| Financial liabilities at FVTPL are measured at fair value and net gains and losses, including any interest expense, are recognized in profit or loss. Other financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method. Interest expense is recognized in profit or loss. Any gain or loss on derecognition is also recognized in profit or loss. |
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| The Company’s financial instruments measured at amortized cost include cash and cash equivalents, loans receivable, accounts payable and accruals, credit facilities, debentures, and convertible debentures. |
| The Company’s financial instruments measured at FVTPL include the investment portfolio and derivative instruments. |
| Realized gains or losses on the disposal of investments are determined based on the weighted average cost. Unrealized gains or losses on investments derivative instruments are determined based on the change in fair value at each reporting period. Interest income is recorded on an accrual basis. |
| Impairment of financial assets |
| Expected credit loss model<br> <br><br> <br>The expected credit loss (“ECL”) model is a three-stage impairment approach used to measure the allowance for loan losses on loans receivable at each reporting period date. Loans are classified under one of three stages based on changes in credit quality since initial recognition. Stage 1 loans consist of performing loans that have not had a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition. Loans that have experienced a significant increase in credit risk since initial recognition are classified as Stage 2, and loans considered to be credit-impaired are classified as Stage 3. The Company routinely refinances its existing customers, and accordingly, does not consider a modification to be an indicator of increased credit risk. The allowance for loan losses on both Stage 2 and Stage 3 loans is measured at lifetime ECLs. The allowance for loan losses on Stage 1 loans is measured at an amount equal to 12-month ECLs, representing the portion of lifetime ECLs expected to result from default events possible within 12 months of the reporting date.<br> <br><br> <br>Assessment of significant increase in credit risk<br> <br><br> <br>Significant increases in credit risk are assessed based on changes in probability of default of loans receivable subsequent to initial recognition. The Company uses past due information to determine whether credit risk has increased significantly since initial recognition. Loans receivable are considered to have experienced a significant increase in credit risk and are reclassified to Stage 2 if a contractual payment is more than 30 days past due as at the reporting date.<br> <br><br> <br>The Company defines default as the earlier of when a contractual loan payment is more than 90 days past due or when a loan becomes insolvent as a result of customer bankruptcy. Loans that have experienced a default event are considered to be credit-impaired and are reclassified as Stage 3 loans.<br> <br><br> <br>Measurement of expected credit losses<br> <br><br> <br>ECLs are measured as the calculated expected value of cash shortfalls over the remaining life of a loan receivable, using a probability-weighted approach that reflects reasonable and supportable information about historical loss rates, post-charge off recoveries, current conditions and forward-looking indicators such as bank rates and unemployment rates. The measurement of ECLs primarily involves using this information to determine both the expected probability of a default event occurring and expected losses resulting from such default events. Loans are grouped according to product type, customer tenure and aging for the purpose of assessing ECLs. Historical loss rates and probability weights are re-assessed quarterly and subject to management review. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies ( Continued from previous page) |
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| (d) | Property and equipment |
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| All property and equipment are measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses. Cost includes expenditures that are directly attributable to the acquisition of the asset. When parts of an item of property and equipment have different useful lives, they are accounted for as separate items of property and equipment. | |
| All assets having limited useful lives are depreciated using the declining balance method at rates intended to depreciate the cost of assets over their estimated useful lives except leasehold improvements, which are depreciated straight line over the term of lease. | |
| The depreciation rate for each class of asset during the current and comparative period are as follows: |
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| Computer equipment | 30% |
| Computer equipment – Bitcoin rigs | 75% |
| Furniture and fixtures | 20% |
| Leasehold improvements | Term of lease |
| The useful lives of items of property and equipment are reviewed periodically, and the useful life is altered if estimates have changed significantly. |
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| (e) | Intangible assets |
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| Intangible assets are stated at cost less accumulated amortization and impairment losses. Intangible assets include both internally generated and acquired software with finite useful lives. Internally generated software costs primarily consist of salaries and payroll-related costs for employees directly involved in the development efforts and fees paid to outside consultants. Amortization is recorded at rates intended to amortize the cost of the intangible assets over their estimated useful lives as follows: |
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| Software - Internally generated | 5 years straight line |
| Software - Acquired | 30% declining balance |
| Development costs, including those related to the development of software, are recognized as an intangible asset when the Company can demonstrate: |
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| · | the technical feasibility of completing the intangible asset so that it will be available for use or sale; |
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| · | its intention to complete and its ability to use or sell the asset; |
| · | how the asset will generate future economic benefits; |
| · | the availability of resources to complete the asset; and |
| · | the ability to measure reliably the expenditure during development. |
| Following initial recognition of the development expenditure as an asset, the cost model is applied requiring the asset to be carried at cost less any accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses. Amortization of the asset begins when development is complete, and the asset is available for use. During the period of development, the asset is tested for impairment annually. |
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| Impairment of non‑financial assets |
| At the end of each reporting period, the Company reviews the carrying amounts of its tangible 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 in order to determine the extent of the impairment loss, if any. Where it is not possible to estimate the recoverable amount of an individual asset, the Company estimates the recoverable amount of the cash‑generating units (“CGU”) to which the asset belongs. Where a reasonable and consistent basis of allocation can be identified, corporate assets are also allocated to individual CGU’s, or otherwise they are allocated to the smallest group of CGU’s for which a reasonable and consistent allocation basis can be identified. The Company has identified its intangible asset, the digital platform, as one CGU for the purpose of assessing impairment as synergies are realized between its digital products such that the products cannot be considered in insolation. Intangible assets with indefinite useful lives and intangible assets not yet available for use are tested for impairment at least annually, and whenever there is an indication that the asset may be impaired. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| The recoverable amount is the higher of fair value less costs to sell 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. |
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| If the recoverable amount of an asset or CGU is estimated to be less than its carrying amount, the carrying amount of the asset or CGU is reduced to its recoverable amount. An impairment loss is recognized immediately in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. |
| Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset or CGU is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, such 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 CGU in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognized in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. |
| (f) | Foreign currencies |
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| Transactions in foreign currencies are initially recorded at the foreign currency rate prevailing at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated into the functional currency of the Company at the rates prevailing on the reporting date. The Company has no subsidiaries or foreign operations with a functional currency other than Canadian dollars. | |
| Non-monetary items that are measured at fair value in a foreign currency are translated using the exchange rates in effect at the date of the reporting period. | |
| (g) | Income taxes |
| Income tax expense is comprised of current and deferred tax. Current tax is the expected tax payable or receivable on the taxable income or loss for the period, using tax rates enacted or substantively enacted at the reporting date, and any adjustment to tax payable in respect of previous years. | |
| Deferred tax is recognized in respect of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for taxation purposes. Deferred tax is measured at the tax rates that are expected to be applied to temporary differences when they reverse, based on the laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the reporting date. | |
| Deferred tax assets are recognized to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilized. | |
| (h) | Investment tax credits |
| The benefits of investment tax credits for scientific research and development expenditures are recognized in the year the qualifying expenditure is made, providing there is reasonable assurance of recovery. | |
| (i) | Sales tax |
| Revenue, expenses and assets are recognized net of the amount of sales tax except where the sales tax incurred on a purchase of assets or services is not recoverable from the taxation authority, in which case the sales tax is recognized as part of the cost of acquisition of the asset or as part of the expense item as applicable. The net amount of sales tax recoverable from, or payable to, the taxation authority is included as part of amounts receivable or accounts payable and accrued liabilities in the consolidated statement of financial position. | |
| (j) | Provisions |
| Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present legal or constructive obligation that is the result of a past event, when it is probable that the Company will be required to settle the obligation, and a reliable estimate of the amount of the obligation can be made. If the effect of the time value of money is material, provisions are discounted using a current pre‑tax rate that reflects the risk specific to the obligation. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| (k) | Earnings per share |
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| The computation of earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per share are computed in a similar way to basic earnings per share except that the weighted average shares outstanding are increased to include additional shares assuming the exercise of share options or warrants, or conversion of convertible debentures, if dilutive. | |
| (l) | Share-based payments |
| The Company measures equity settled stock options granted to directors, officers, employees and consultants based on their fair value at the grant date and recognizes compensation expense over the vesting period. Measurement inputs include the Company’s share price on the measurement date, the exercise price of the option or warrant, the expected volatility of the Company’s shares, the expected life of the options or warrants, and the risk-free rate of return. Dividends are not factored in as the Company does not expect to pay dividends in the foreseeable future. Expected forfeitures are estimated at the date of grant and subsequently adjusted if further information indicates actual forfeitures may vary from the original estimate. | |
| For each restricted share unit (“RSU”) granted to directors, officers and employees, compensation expense is recognized equal to the market value of one common share at the date of grant based on the number of RSUs expected to vest, recognized over the term of the vesting period, with a corresponding credit to contributed surplus. | |
| Share-based payment arrangements with non-employees in which the Company receives goods or services as consideration for its own equity instruments are accounted for as equity-settled share-based payments transactions. The share-based payments are measured based on the fair value of the goods or services received if the fair value can be reliably measured. Otherwise, the share-based payments are measured based on the fair value of the share-based awards using the expected life, risk free interest rate, volatility, and fair value of the underlying equity instrument at the time the goods or services are received. | |
| For each restricted share unit (“RSU”) granted, compensation expense is recognized equal to the market value of one common share at the date of grant based on the number of RSUs expected to vest, recognized over the term of the vesting period, with a corresponding credit to contributed surplus. | |
| (m) | Business combination |
| The Company uses acquisition method of accounting for its business combination. The consideration transferred in the acquisition is generally measured at fair value, as are the identifiable net assets acquired. Any gain on purchase is recognized in profit or loss immediately. Transaction cost are expenses as incurred, except if related to the issue of debt or equity securities. The consideration transferred does not include amounts related to the settlement of pre-existing relationship. Such amounts are generally recognized in statement of operations and comprehensive loss. | |
| Share-based payment awards (replacement awards) are required to be exchanged for awards held by acquiree’s employees, then all or a portion of the amount of the acquirer’s replacement awards is included in measuring the consideration transferred in the business combination. This determination is based on the market-based measure of the replacement awards compared with the market based measure of the acquiree’s awards and the extent to which the replacement awards related to pre-acquisition services | |
| (n) | Cash and cash equivalent |
| Cash and cash equivalent in the statement of financial position comprise cash at banks and on hand and short-term highly liquid deposits with a maturity of three months or less, that are readily convertible to a known amount of cash and subject to an insignificant risk of changes in value. For the purpose of the consolidated statement of cash flows, cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and short-term deposits, as defined above. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| (o) | Significant accounting judgements, estimates and assumptions |
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| The preparation of the consolidated financial statements requires management to make estimates, assumptions and judgments that affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities, and the reported amount of revenues and expenses during the year. Actual results may differ from these estimates. | |
| Estimates, assumptions, and judgments are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized on a prospective basis beginning from the period in which they are revised. | |
| Significant accounting judgements | |
| The following are the critical judgements, apart from those involving estimations that have been made in the process of applying the Company’s accounting policies, which have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the consolidated financial statements. | |
| Capitalization of intangible assets | |
| In applying its accounting policy for costs incurred during the development phase for new software, the Company must determine whether the criteria for capitalization have been met. The most difficult and subjective estimate is whether a project will generate probable future economic benefits. Management considers all appropriate facts and circumstances in making this assessment including historical experience, costs and anticipated future economic conditions. | |
| Expected credits losses | |
| In applying its accounting policy for the expected credit loss model the Company applies judgment in defining significant increase in credit losses, defaults, and its write-offs policy. Refer to note 5 for further details. | |
| Significant accounting estimates and assumptions | |
| These estimates and assumptions are based on management’s historical experience, best knowledge of current events, conditions and actions that the Company may undertake in the future and other factors that management believes are reasonable under the circumstances. | |
| These estimates and assumptions are reviewed periodically, and the effect of a change in accounting estimate or assumption is recognized prospectively by including it in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss in the period of the change and in any future periods affected. | |
| The areas where estimates and assumptions have the most significant effect on the amounts recognized in the consolidated financial statements include the following: |
| (i) | Useful life of property and equipment and intangible assets and asset impairment |
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| Estimated useful lives of property and equipment and intangible assets are based on management’s judgment and experience. | |
| When management identifies that the actual useful lives for these assets differ materially from the estimates used to calculate depreciation and amortization, that change is adjusted prospectively. Due to the significant investment in intangible assets by the Company, variations between actual and estimated useful lives could impact operating results both positively and negatively. Asset lives, depreciation and amortization methods, and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting period. | |
| The Company at the end of each reporting period assesses the recoverability of values assigned to property and equipment and intangible assets after considering potential impairment indicated by such factors as significant changes in technological, market, economic or legal environment, business and market trends, future prospects, current market value and other economic factors. If there is any indication in performing its review of recoverability, management estimates either the value in use or fair value less costs to sell. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| (ii) | Allowance for loan losses |
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| Our provision for loan losses consists of amounts charged to the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss during the period to maintain an adequate allowance for loan losses. Our allowance for loan losses represents our estimate of the expected credit losses inherent in our existing loan portfolio and is based on a variety of factors, including the composition and quality of the portfolio, loan-specific information gathered through our collection efforts, delinquency levels, our historical charge-off and loss experience, our expectations of future loan performance, and general forward-looking macroeconomic conditions. The methodology and assumptions used in setting the loan loss allowance are reviewed regularly to reduce any difference between loss estimates and actual loss experience. | |
| (iii) | Fair value of share-based payments |
| The Company uses the Black-Scholes valuation model to determine the fair value of equity-settled stock options. Management exercises judgment in determining certain inputs to this model including the expected life of the options, expected volatility and forfeiture rates, and expected dividend yield. Variation in actual results for any of these inputs will result in a different fair value of the stock option as compared to the original estimate. | |
| (iv) | Fair value of privately held investments: |
| Estimating fair value requires that significant judgment be applied to each individual investment. For privately held investments, the fair value of each investment is measured using the most appropriate valuation methodology or combination of methodologies in the judgment of management in light of the specific nature, facts and circumstances surrounding that investment. This may take into consideration, but not be limited to, one or more of the following: valuations of recent or in-progress funding rounds, forward revenue and earnings projections, comparable peer valuation multiples, and the initial cost base of the investment. Actual results could differ significantly from these estimates. |
| (p) | New and amended standards and interpretations |
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| Commencing January 1, 2019, the Company applied for the first time, IFRS 16, Leases. The nature and effect of the changes as a result of adoption of this new accounting standard is described below. | |
| Certain other IFRS amendments and interpretations became effective on January 1, 2019, but do not have an impact on the consolidated financial statements of the Company. The Company has not adopted any standards or interpretations that have been issued but are not yet effective. | |
| Summary of IFRS 16 adoption with new accounting policies and significant judgments: |
| (i) | IFRS 16, Leases |
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| IFRS 16 supersedes IAS 17 Leases, IFRIC 4 Determining whether an Arrangement contains a Lease, and other related Standard Interpretations Committee (“SIC”) interpretations. The standard sets out the principles for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of leases and requires lessees to account for most leases under a single on-balance sheet model. | |
| Lessor accounting under IFRS 16 is substantially unchanged from IAS 17. The lessor will continue to classify any leases as either an operating or finance lease using similar principles as IAS 17. Therefore, IFRS 16 did not have any material impacts for leases where the Company is the lessor. | |
| On adoption of IFRS 16, the Company recognised lease liabilities in relation to property leases, which had previously been classified as ‘operating leases’ under the principal of IAS 17. As of January 1, 2019, these liabilities were measured at the present value of the remaining lease payments discounted at 6%, which reflects the lessee’s incremental borrowing rate to finance the purchase of similar property. The Company has applied IFRS 16 using the modified retrospective approach, whereby the cumulative effect of adopting IFRS 16, if any, is recognized as an adjustment to opening retained earnings as at January 1, 2019, with no restatement of comparative information. Under this method, using the practical expedient available the Company has recognized the right of use assets equal to the lease liabilities less any lease incentives received. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies (Continued from previous page) |
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| The lease liabilities as at January 1, 2019 can be reconciled to the operating lease commitments as of December 31, 2018 as follows: |
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| Operating lease commitments disclosed as at December 31, 2018 | 2,362 |
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| Less: operating costs | (872 | ) |
| Lease component | 1,490 | | | Incremental borrowing rate as at January 1, 2019 | 6.0 | % |
| Discounted operating lease commitments at January 1, 2019 | 1,372 | |
| Add: | | |
| Lease liabilities recognized as at the date of initial application | 3,322 | |
| Lease liabilities recognized as at January 1, 2019 | 4,694 | |
| The additional $3,322 of lease liabilities recognized represent lease payments arising from lease extension options for which the Company has no contractual commitment to exercise but is reasonably certain to do so. |
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| The right-of-use assets associated with these property leases were initially measured at the amount equal to the lease liabilities, adjusted by the amount of any prepaid or accrued lease payments relating to those leases recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position as at December 31, 2018. |
| Practical expedients applied |
| In applying IFRS 16 for the first time, the Company has used the following practical expedients permitted by the Standard: |
| - | the use of a single discount rate to a portfolio of leases with reasonably similar characteristics; |
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| - | reliance on previous assessments on whether leases are onerous; |
| - | the accounting for operating leases with a remaining lease term of less than 12 months as at January 1, 2019 as short-term leases; and |
| - | the use of hindsight in determining the lease term where the contract contains options to extend or terminate the lease. |
| The Company has also elected not to reassess whether a contract is or contains a lease at the date of initial application. Instead, for contracts entered into before the transition date the Company relied on its assessments previously made in applying IAS 17 and IFRIC 4. |
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| Based on the foregoing, as at January 1, 2019: |
| - | Right-of-use assets of $4,352 were recognized and presented separately in the consolidated statement of financial position. |
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| - | Lease liabilities of $4,694 were recognized and presented separately in the consolidated statement of financial position. |
| - | Lease inducements of $223 related to previous operating leases were derecognized. |
| Summary of new accounting policies |
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| The Company has adopted the following new accounting policies upon implementation of IFRS 16 on January 1, 2019: |
| Right-of-use assets |
| Right-of-use assets are measured at cost, less any accumulated depreciation and impairment losses, and adjusted for any re-measurement of lease liabilities. The cost of right-of-use assets includes the amount of lease liabilities recognized, initial direct cost incurred, and lease payments made at or before the commencement date less any lease incentives received. The right-of-use assets are depreciated on a straight-line basis over the lease term. Right-of-use assets are subject to evaluation of potential impairment. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 3. | Significant accounting policies ***(*Continued from previous page) |
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| Lease liabilities |
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| The Company recognises lease liabilities measured at the present value of lease payments to be made over the lease term. The lease payment includes fixed payments (including in-substance fixed payments) . Variable payments are recorded in general and administration expenses as incurred. |
| In calculating the present value of lease payments, the Company uses the incremental borrowing rate at the lease commencement date if the interest rate implicit in the lease is not readily determinable. After the commencement date, the amount of lease liabilities is increased to reflect the accretion of interest and reduced for the lease payments made. In addition, the carrying amount of lease liabilities is re-measured if there is a modification, a change in the lease term or a change in the in-substance fixed lease payments. |
| Short-term leases and leases of low-value assets |
| The Company applies the short-term lease recognition exemption to its short-term leases of properties (i.e., those leases that have a lease term of 12 months or less from the commencement date and do not contain a purchase option). It also applies the lease of low-value assets recognition exemption to leases of office equipment that are considered of low value (i.e., below $5,000). Lease payments on short-term leases and leases of low-value assets are recognised as expenses in the period incurred. |
| Summary of new significant judgments |
| Determining the lease term of contracts with renewal options |
| The Company determines the lease term as the non-cancellable term of the lease, together with any periods covered by an option to extend the lease if it is reasonably certain to be exercised, or any periods covered by an option to terminate the lease, if it is reasonably certain not to be exercised. |
| The Company has the option, under some of its agreements to lease the assets for additional terms of one to ten years. The Company applies judgment in evaluating whether it is reasonably certain to exercise the option to renew, including the consideration of all relevant factors that create an economic incentive to exercise the renewal option. After the commencement date, the Company reassesses the lease term if there is a significant event or change in circumstances that is within its control and affects its ability to exercise the option to renew. The Company included the renewal period as part of the lease term for substantially all its property leases due to the significance of these assets to its operations. |
| 4. | Recast of Prior Period Amounts |
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| During 2019, the Company changed its presentation of loan protection revenue and associated costs. Historically, the Company presented costs associated with loan protection as part of transaction costs. Under the new presentation, the Company is presenting revenue net of expenses. This results in a decrease in revenue and a corresponding decrease in transaction costs by $4,628 in 2019, $4,727 in 2018, and $3,133 in 2017. The changes to the presentation of loan protection revenue and associated costs did not have an impact on the Company’s gross profit. |
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| As well, to conform to current year presentation, certain amounts historically presented as transaction costs but are not incremental to earning revenue have been reclassified to operating expenses. |
| There is no impact on net loss and comprehensive loss and the consolidated statement of financial position, consolidated statement of changes in equity and the consolidated statement of cash flows remain unchanged as a result of this recast. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 4. | Recast of Prior Period Amounts (Continued from previous page) |
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| The impact of the changes to the presentation of revenue is as follows: |
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| 2018 (Previously reported) | Loan protection<br> <br>recast | Other recast | 2018 (Revised) | ||||||||
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| Total revenue | 61,277 | (4,727 | ) | - | 56,550 |
| Cost of revenue | | (22,426 | ) | | 4,727 | | | 765 | | (16,934 | ) |
| Gross profit | | 38,851 | | | - | | | 765 | | 39,616 | | | Operating expenses | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Technology and development | | 14,747 | | | - | | | 281 | | 15,028 | |
| Marketing | | 8,772 | | | - | | | - | | 8,772 | |
| Customer service and operations | | 8,383 | | | - | | | - | | 8,383 | |
| General and administration | | 11,177 | | | - | | | 484 | | 11,661 | |
| Total operating Expenses | | 43,079 | | | - | | | 765 | | 43,844 | | | Loss from operations | | (4,228 | ) | | - | | | - | | (4,228 | ) |
| 2017 (Previously reported) | Loan protection recast | Other recast | 2017 (Revised) | ||||||||
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| Total revenue | 48,681 | (3,133 | ) | - | 45,548 |
| Cost of revenue | | (15,872 | ) | | 3,133 | | | 795 | | (11,944 | ) |
| Gross profit | | 32,809 | | | - | | | 795 | | 33,604 | | | Operating expenses | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Technology and development | | 11,373 | | | - | | | 287 | | 11,660 | |
| Marketing | | 6,854 | | | - | | | - | | 6,854 | |
| Customer service and operations | | 7,663 | | | - | | | - | | 7,663 | |
| General and administration | | 9,826 | | | - | | | 508 | | 10,334 | |
| Total operating Expenses | | 35,716 | | | - | | | 795 | | 36,511 | | | Loss from operations | | (2,907 | ) | | - | | | - | | (2,907 | ) |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 5. | Loans receivable |
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| Loans receivable represent unsecured installment loans and lines of credit advanced to customers in the normal course of business. Current loans are defined as loans to customers with terms of one year or less, while non-current loans are those with terms exceeding one year. The Company phased out its legacy short-term loan products from its business in 2018. The breakdown of the Company’s gross loans receivable as at December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018 are as follows: |
| December 31,<br> <br>2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Current | | 69,949 | | 62,439 |
| Non-Current | | 34,726 | | 39,317 |
| | | 104,675 | | 101,756 |
| The following table provides a breakdown of gross loans receivable and allowance for loan losses by aging bucket, which represents our assessment of credit risk exposure and by their IFRS 9 ECL measurement stage. The entire loan balance of a customer is aged in the same category as its oldest individual past due payment, to align with the stage groupings used in calculating the allowance for loan losses under IFRS 9: |
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| As at December 31, 2019 |
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| Risk Category | Days past due | Stage 1 | | | Stage 2 | | | Stage 3 | | | Total | | |
| Strong | Not past due | | 87,910 | | | - | | | - | | | 87,910 | |
| Satisfactory | 1-30 days past due | | 3,240 | | | - | | | - | | | 3,240 | |
| Lower risk | 31-60 days past due | | - | | | 1,650 | | | - | | | 1,650 | |
| Higher risk | 61-90 days past due | | - | | | 1,289 | | | - | | | 1,289 | |
| Non-performing | 91+ days past due or bankrupt | | - | | | - | | | 10,586 | | | 10,586 | |
| | Gross loans receivable | | 91,150 | | | 2,939 | | | 10,586 | | | 104,675 | |
| | Allowance for loan losses | | (7,477 | ) | | (1,784 | ) | | (6,759 | ) | | (16,020 | ) |
| | Loans receivable, net | | 83,673 | **** | **** | 1,155 | **** | **** | 3,827 | **** | **** | 88,655 | |
| As at December 31, 2018 |
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| Risk Category | Days past due | Stage 1 | | | Stage 2 | | | Stage 3 | | | Total | | |
| Strong | Not past due | | 88,035 | | | - | | | - | | | 88,035 | |
| Satisfactory | 1-30 days past due | | 3,097 | | | - | | | - | | | 3,097 | |
| Lower risk | 31-60 days past due | | - | | | 1,838 | | | - | | | 1,838 | |
| Higher risk | 61-90 days past due | | - | | | 1,240 | | | - | | | 1,240 | |
| Non-performing | 91+ days past due or bankrupt | | - | | | - | | | 7,546 | | | 7,546 | |
| | Gross loans receivable | | 91,132 | | | 3,078 | | | 7,546 | | | 101,756 | |
| | Allowance for loan losses | | (6,951 | ) | | (2,118 | ) | | (6,340 | ) | | (15,409 | ) |
| | Loans receivable, net | | 84,181 | | | 960 | | | 1,206 | | | 86,347 | |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 5. | Loans receivable (Continued from previous page) |
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| The following tables show reconciliations from the opening to the closing balance of the loss allowance: |
| As at December 31, 2019 |
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| | Stage 1 | | | Stage 2 | | | Stage 3 | | | Total | | |
| Balance as at January 1, 2019 | | 6,951 | | | 2,118 | | | 6,340 | | | 15,409 | |
| Gross loans originated | | 4,296 | | | - | | | - | | | 4,296 | |
| Principal payments | | (2,536 | ) | | (449 | ) | | (912 | ) | | (3,897 | ) |
| Re-measurement of allowance before transfers | | 523 | | | (197 | ) | | (20 | ) | | 306 | |
| Re-measurement of amounts transferred between stages | | (84 | ) | | 1,528 | | | 17,750 | | | 19,194 | |
| Transfer to (from) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Stage 1 – 12 month ECLs | | 96 | | | (76 | ) | | (20 | ) | | - | |
| Stage 2 - Lifetime ECLs | | (238 | ) | | 240 | | | (2 | ) | | - | |
| Stage 3 - Lifetime ECLs | | (1,529 | ) | | (1,381 | ) | | 2,910 | | | - | |
| Net amounts written off against allowance | | - | | | - | | | (19,288 | ) | | (19,288 | ) |
| Balance as at December 31, 2019 | | 7,479 | | | 1,783 | | | 6,758 | | | 16,020 | |
| As at December 31, 2018 |
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| | Stage 1 | | | Stage 2 | | | Stage 3 | | | Total | | |
| Balance as at January 1, 2018 | | 6,853 | | | 1,579 | | | 4,137 | | | 12,569 | |
| Gross loans originated | | 6,519 | | | - | | | - | | | 6,519 | |
| Principal payments | | (2,999 | ) | | 348 | | | (1,084 | ) | | (3,735 | ) |
| Re-measurement of allowance before transfers | | (1,853 | ) | | (525 | ) | | (14 | ) | | (2,392 | ) |
| Re-measurement of amounts transferred between stages | | (34 | ) | | 1,846 | | | 16,202 | | | 18,014 | |
| Transfer to (from) | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Stage 1 – 12 month ECLs | | 39 | | | (24 | ) | | (15 | ) | | - | |
| Stage 2 - Lifetime ECLs | | (270 | ) | | 270 | | | - | | | - | |
| Stage 3 - Lifetime ECLs | | (1,303 | ) | | (1,377 | ) | | 2,680 | | | - | |
| Net amounts written off against allowance | | - | | | - | | | (15,566 | ) | | (15,566 | ) |
| Balance as at December 31, 2018 | | 6,952 | | | 2,117 | | | 6,340 | | | 15,409 | |
| The overall changes in the allowance for loan losses are summarized below: |
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| Allowance for loan losses | Year ended December 31, 2019 | Year ended December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Balance, beginning of period | | 15,409 | | | 7,434 | |
| January 1, 2018 IFRS 9 adjustment | | - | | | 5,135 | |
| Provision for loan losses | | 19,899 | | | 18,406 | |
| Charge offs | | (19,288 | ) | | (15,566 | ) |
| Balance, end of period | | 16,020 | | | 15,409 | |
| The provision for loan losses in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss is recorded net of recoveries of $1,737 (2018- $2,039). |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 6. | Prepaid expenses, deposits and other assets |
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| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Prepaid expenses | | 1,150 | | 1,534 |
| Deposits and other receivables | | 2,098 | | 1,967 |
| | | 3,248 | | 3,501 |
| 7. | Related party transactions |
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| Related party transactions during the year ended December 31, 2019 include transactions with debenture holders that incur interest. The related party debentures balance as at December 31, 2019 totaled $348 (December 31, 2018 – $3,300) with principal amounts maturing on July 2, 2022, being the maturity date of the Credit Facility – Other (see note 13 for details). The debentures bear annual interest rates from 10.0% to 18.0% (December 31, 2018 – 12.0% to 18.0%) with interest expense of $258 for the year ended December 31, 2019 (December 31, 2018 – $538, December 31, 2017 - $498). The related parties involved in such transactions include shareholders, officers, directors, and management, close members of their families, or entities which are directly or indirectly controlled by close members of their families. The debentures are ongoing contractual obligations that are used to fund our corporate and operational activities. These debentures are subordinated to the Credit Facility – Other (note 13c). | |
| On June 28, 2019, the Company sold its minority interest in Wekerloo Developments Inc., which is majority-owned by one of the Company’s directors, to an arms’ length buyer for proceeds of $2,100, equivalent to its initial cost recognized on the consolidated statement of financial position, resulting in no gain or loss on disposition. | |
| Key management personnel<br> <br><br> <br>Key management personnel (“KMP”) are those persons having authority and responsibility for planning, directing and controlling the activities of the entity, directly or indirectly. Key management personnel consist of officers and directors.<br> <br><br> <br>Aggregate compensation of KMP during the year consisted of: |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Salary and short-term benefits | | 1,554 | | 2,087 |
| Share – based payments | | 368 | | 489 |
| | | 1,922 | | 2,576 |
| 8. | Investment portfolio |
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| Investments consist of the following by investment type: |
| December 31, 2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Equities | | 20,590 | | - |
| Partnership interests and others | | 200 | | - |
| | | 20,790 | | - |
| In 2019, the Company received cash proceeds of $294 from its investment portfolio following the restructuring of certain debentures. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 9. | Property and equipment |
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| Computer equipment | Furniture and fixtures | Leasehold improvements | Total |
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| Cost | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Balance at December 31, 2017 | | 2,337 | | | 1,500 | | | 2,509 | | 6,346 | |
| Additions | | 3,814 | | | 2 | | | - | | 3,816 | |
| Impairment | | (1,105 | ) | | - | | | - | | (1,105 | ) |
| Balance at December 31, 2018 | | 5,046 | | | 1,502 | | | 2,509 | | 9,057 | |
| Additions | | 186 | | | 3 | | | - | | 189 | |
| Disposals | | (719 | ) | | (325 | ) | | - | | (1,044 | ) |
| Balance at December 31, 2019 | | 4,513 | | | 1,180 | | | 2,509 | | 8,202 | | | Accumulated depreciation | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Balance at December 31, 2017 | | 1,387 | | | 748 | | | 1,005 | | 3,140 | |
| Depreciation | | 2,285 | | | 151 | | | 465 | | 2,901 | |
| Balance at December 31, 2018 | | 3,672 | | | 899 | | | 1,470 | | 6,041 | |
| Depreciation | | 749 | | | 116 | | | 465 | | 1,330 | |
| Disposals | | (660 | ) | | (282 | ) | | - | | (942 | ) |
| Balance at December 31, 2019 | | 3,761 | | | 733 | | | 1,935 | | 6,429 | | | Net book value | | | | | | | | | | | |
| At December 31, 2018 | | 1,374 | | | 603 | | | 1,039 | | 3,016 | |
| At December 31, 2019 | | 752 | | | 447 | | | 574 | | 1,773 | |
| During 2018, the Company recognized an impairment of $1,105 on its bitcoin mining equipment. As of December 31, 2019, these assets have been fully amortized. |
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| Depreciation of $465 for the year ended December 31, 2019 (December 31, 2018 - $465, December 31, 2017 - $457) is included in general and administration expenses. Depreciation expense of $865 for the year ended December 31, 2019 (December 31, 2018 - $2,436, December 31, 2017 - $525) for all other property and equipment is included in technology and development costs. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 10. | Intangible assets |
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| Internally generated – Completed | Internally<br> <br>generated –<br> <br>In Process | Acquired software licences | Total |
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| Cost | | | | | | | | | |
| Balance at December 31, 2017 | | 16,528 | | 3,541 | | | 3,351 | | 23,420 |
| Additions | | - | | 7,730 | | | 5 | | 7,735 |
| Transfers | | 10,373 | | (10,373 | ) | | - | | - |
| Balance at December 31, 2018 | | 26,901 | | 898 | | | 3,356 | | 31,155 |
| Additions | | - | | 8,438 | | | - | | 8,438 |
| Transfers | | 7,948 | | (7,948 | ) | | - | | - |
| Balance at December 31, 2019 | | 34,849 | | 1,388 | | | 3,356 | | 39,593 |
| Accumulated depreciation | | | | | | | | | |
| Balance at December 31, 2017 | | 5,491 | | - | | | 3,032 | | 8,523 |
| Amortization | | 3,883 | | - | | | 91 | | 3,974 |
| Balance at December 31, 2018 | | 9,374 | | - | | | 3,123 | | 12,497 |
| Amortization | | 5,764 | | - | | | 75 | | 5,839 |
| Balance at December 31, 2019 | | 15,138 | | - | | | 3,198 | | 18,336 |
| Net book value | | | | | | | | | |
| At December 31, 2018 | | 17,527 | | 898 | | | 233 | | 18,658 |
| At December 31, 2019 | | 19,711 | | 1,388 | | | 158 | | 21,257 |
| Intangible assets include both internally generated and acquired software with finite useful lives. Amortization of intangible assets of $5,839 for the year ended December 31, 2019 (December 31, 2018 – $3,974, December 31, 2017 - $2,506) is included in technology and development costs. | |
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| 11. | Accounts payable and accruals |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Trade payables | | 7,128 | | 4,567 |
| Accrued expenses | | 2,801 | | 2,072 |
| Accrued wages and other benefits | | 575 | | 1,842 |
| Others | | 750 | | 973 |
| | | 11,254 | | 9,454 |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 12. | Leases |
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| The Company has lease agreements for its office spaces. Leases generally have lease terms between 2 years to 5 years with an option to renew the lease after that date. | |
| Information about leases for which the Company is a lessee is presented below: | |
| Amount recognized in the consolidated statement of financial position: | |
| Set out below are the carrying amounts of the Company’s right-of-use assets recognized and the movements during the year ended December 31, 2019. |
| Right-of-use assets<br> <br>(Leased Properties) |
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| As at January 1, 2019 | | 4,352 | |
| Modifications and renewals | | 1,228 | |
| Addition | | 121 | |
| Depreciation expense | | (880 | ) |
| As at December 31, 2019 | | 4,821 | |
| Depreciation of right-of-use assets is included in general and administration expenses. Interest expense related to lease liabilities is included in debenture and other financing expense. |
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| Set out below are the carrying amounts of lease liabilities and the movements during the year ended December 31, 2019. |
| Lease liabilities |
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| As at January 1, 2019 | | 4,694 | |
| Modifications and renewals | | 1,226 | |
| Addition | | 121 | |
| Interest expense | | 345 | |
| Payments | | (1,178 | ) |
| As at December 31, 2019 | | 5,208 | |
| The Company has classified cash payment for the principal portion of lease payments as financing activities and cash payments for the interest portion as operating activities consistent with the presentation of interest payments chosen by the Company. |
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| Amount recognized in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss: |
| Depreciation expense of right-of-use assets | 880 |
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| Interest expense on lease liabilities | 345 |
| Expenses relating to short term leases | 151 |
| Variable lease payments | 155 |
| Total amount recognized in consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss | 1,531 |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 13. | Credit facilities |
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| As of December 31, 2019, the Company had two credit facilities: the “Credit Facility – Liquid”, used to finance the Company’s installment loan products (the “Liquid loan portfolio”), and the “Credit Facility – Other”, used to finance the Company’s other loan products. Both credit facilities are subject to variable interest rates that reference LIBOR, or under certain conditions, the Federal Funds Rate in effect. | |
| On September 1, 2015 the Company entered into the Credit Facility – Liquid through the Trust, a special purpose entity. The Credit Facility – Liquid consists of a term loan that authorizes an operating line for a maximum of $50 million and matures on September 1, 2020. Under the terms of the agreement, the facility may be increased up to $200 million upon certain conditions. The term loan bears interest at a variable rate of LIBOR plus 8.00% (with a LIBOR floor of 1.50%), payable on the greater of the actual aggregate unpaid principal balance, or the prescribed minimum balance under the term loan agreement. As at December 31, 2019, LIBOR was 1.74% (December 31, 2018 – 2.50%, December 31, 2017 – 1.56%). Interest expense on the Credit Facility - Liquid is included in credit facility interest expense in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. Subsequent to December 31, 2019, the Credit Facility – Liquid was extinguished (see note 26). | |
| On December 31, 2019, the Company amended its Credit Facility – Other. The amendments lowered the effective interest rate from a maximum of LIBOR plus 12.5% (with a LIBOR floor of 2%) to LIBOR plus 9% (with a LIBOR floor of 1.5%) effective July 2, 2020, payable on the greater of the actual aggregate unpaid principal balance, or the prescribed minimum balance under the term loan agreement. In addition, the amendment increased the available loan capital from $50 million to $60 million and extended the maturity date of the facility by two years from July 2, 2020 to July 2, 2022. Consistent with the previous facility, there is a 0.33% fee on the available but undrawn portion of the $60 million facility. | |
| The amendments have resulted in a substantial modification to the terms of the old agreement and accordingly the Company has derecognized the previous facility and has recognized a new facility at fair value. The difference between the carrying amount of the previous facility and fair value of the new facility of $180 has been recognized as a loss in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. |
| December 31,<br> <br>2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Credit Facility - Liquid | | | | | | |
| Funds drawn | | 29,255 | | | 32,375 | |
| Interest payable | | 191 | | | 237 | |
| Unamortized deferred financing cost | | (222 | ) | | (554 | ) |
| | | 29,224 | | | 32,058 | | | Credit Facility - Other | | | | | | |
| Funds drawn | | 47,248 | | | 44,327 | |
| Interest payable | | - | | | 294 | |
| Unamortized deferred financing cost | | - | | | (214 | ) |
| | | 47,248 | | | 44,407 | | | | | 76,472 | | | 76,465 | |
| Both credit facilities are subject to certain covenants and events of default. As of December 31, 2019, and December 31, 2018, the Company was in compliance with these covenants. Interest expense on both credit facilities is included in credit facility interest expense in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. |
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| Management routinely reviews and renegotiates terms, including interest rates and maturity dates, and will continue to refinance these credit facilities as they become due and payable. |
| The Company has pledged financial instruments as collateral against its credit facilities. Under the terms of the general security agreement, assets pledged as collateral primarily include cash and cash equivalents with a balance of $5,050 (2018 - $6,484) and loans receivable with a carrying amount equal to $88,655 (2018 - $86,347). |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 14. | Debentures |
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| Debentures require monthly interest only payments and bear interest at annual rates ranging between 10.0% and 18.0% (2018 – 10.0% and 18.0%, 2017 – 12% and 18.2%) with principal amounts due at various periods up to December 8, 2022. Interest expense on the debentures is included in debenture and other financing expense in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive income (loss). Debentures are subordinated to the Credit Facility – Other and are secured by the assets of the Company. The Debentures are governed by the terms of a trust deed and, among other things, are subject to a subordination agreement which effectively extends the earliest maturity date of such debentures to July 2, 2022, being the maturity date of the Credit Facility – Other. |
| December 31, 2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Principal balance | | 43,496 | | 41,625 |
| Interest payable | | 543 | | 531 |
| | | 44,039 | | 42,156 |
| Management routinely reviews its outstanding debentures and actively renegotiates terms, including interest rates and maturity dates, and will continue to refinance these long-term debentures as they become due and payable. The debenture principal repayment dates, after giving effect to the subordination agreement referenced above, are as follows: |
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| 2020 | - |
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| 2021 | - |
| 2022 | 43,496 |
| | 43,496 |
| 15. | Convertible debentures |
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| On June 6, 2017, the Company issued 10% convertible debentures of $15.0 million aggregate principal amount at a price of one thousand dollars per debenture. The interest is payable semi-annually on November 30 and May 31. The convertible debentures are subordinated to existing credit facilities, but senior to all other secured and subordinated indebtedness, and are secured by the assets of the Company. The maturity date of the convertible debentures is May 31, 2020. The convertible debentures are convertible, at the option of the holder, in whole or in part, into common shares of the Company at any time before the maturity date at a price of $5.00 per common share (the “Conversion Price”). | |
| Principal and interest are payable in cash or, at the Company’s option, subject to regulatory approval and provided no events of default have occurred, in common shares of the Company issued at a price equal to the volume weighted average trading price (“VWAP”) of the common shares for the 20 trading days ending on the fifth day prior to the maturity date or the date on which the Interest payment is due, as applicable. | |
| Prepayment | |
| The Company may, at its option any time after 12 months from the closing date and at any time prior to maturity, subject to regulatory approval and provided that no events of default have occurred, prepay the convertible debentures in whole or in part, plus accrued interest, in cash. If the prepayment occurs: |
| (i) | within 24 months of the closing date, then the debenture holders are entitled to receive (1) an additional payment equal to 5% of the prepayment amount and (2) the interest that would have accrued from the date of prepayment to, but excluding, the day that is 24 months from the closing date; or |
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| (ii) | after 24 months of the closing date but prior to the maturity date, then the debenture holders are entitled to receive the interest that would have accrued from the date of prepayment to, but excluding, the maturity date. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 15. | Convertible debentures ( Continued from previous page ) |
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| Early Conversion | |
| The Company may at any time that the 20-day VWAP of the common shares exceeds 115% of the Conversion Price, subject to regulatory approval and provided no events of default have occurred, convert the convertible debentures in whole or in part, including any accrued interest, to common shares at the Conversion Price of $5.00 per common share. | |
| On the date of issuance, the gross proceeds of $15.0 million were first allocated to the debt component of the convertible debentures by discounting the future principal and interest payments at the prevailing interest rate at the date of issuance for a similar non-convertible debt instrument. The difference between gross proceeds and the debt component, or residual value, was then allocated to contributed surplus within shareholders’ equity. Transaction costs were allocated to the debt and equity components on a pro-rata basis and amortized as a component of accretion of the convertible debenture. | |
| The following table summarizes the carrying value of the convertible debentures as at December 31, 2019: |
| Liability component of convertible debentures | Equity component of convertible debentures | Net book value,<br> <br>December 31, 2019 | Net book value, December 31, 2018 |
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| Convertible debentures | | 11,705 | | | 916 | | | 12,621 | | | 12,912 | |
| Transaction costs | | (1,223 | ) | | (95 | ) | | (1,318 | ) | | (1,346 | ) |
| Net proceeds | | 10,482 | | | 821 | | | 11,303 | | | 11,566 | |
| Accretion in carrying value of debenture liability | | 1,786 | | - | | | | 1,786 | | | 1,056 | |
| Interest payable | | 105 | | | - | | | 105 | | | 108 | |
| Accrued interest | | 1,276 | | | - | | | 1,276 | | | 1,291 | |
| Interest converted in shares and paid | | (1,276 | ) | | - | | | (1,276 | ) | | (1,291 | ) |
| | | 12,373 | | | 821 | | | 13,194 | | | 12,730 | |
| Interest expense, which includes interest payable and the accretion of the convertible debenture, in the amount of $2,035 for the year ended December 31, 2019 (December 31, 2018 – $1,947, December 31, 2017 - $1,248) is included in debenture and other financing expense in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. **** In 2019, the Company issued 308,502 shares in lieu of interest payable (December 31, 2018 – 367,270) and 58,200 (December 31, 2018 – 398,600) shares for the conversion of $291 of principal (December 31, 2018 – $1,993). |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 16. | Income taxes |
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| (a) | Provision for income taxes |
| The major components of provision for income taxes are as follows: |
| 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current tax expense | - | - | - |
| Deferred tax expense | | - | | - | | - |
| Provision for income taxes | | - | | - | | - |
| The reconciliation of the provision for income taxes to the amount of income taxes calculated using statutory income tax rates applicable to the Company in Canada is as follows: |
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| 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Canadian federal and provincial recovery of income taxes<br> <br>using statutory rate of 27% (2018 – 27%, 2017 -27%) | | (2,653 | ) | | (5,946 | ) | | (5,381 | ) |
| Change in unrecognized deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses | | 4,534 | | | 6,098 | | | 4,397 | |
| Permanent differences and other | | (1,881 | ) | | (152 | ) | | 984 | |
| Provision for income taxes | | - | | | - | | | - | |
| (b) | Deferred tax assets |
|---|---|
| As at December 31, the Company’s deferred tax assets are as follows: |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Unused tax losses | | 37 | | 141 |
| (c) | Deferred tax liabilities |
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| As at December 31, the Company’s deferred tax liabilities are as follows: |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Convertible debentures | | - | | 67 |
| Deferred cost | | 37 | | 74 |
| | | 37 | | 141 |
| (d) | Deductible temporary differences and unused tax losses |
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| Deferred tax assets have not been recognised because it is not probable that future taxable profit will be available against which the Company can use the benefits therefrom. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 16. | Income tax (Continued from previous page) |
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| As at December 31, the Company has deductible temporary differences for which no deferred tax assets are recognized as follows: |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Property and equipment | | 2,103 | | 2,250 |
| Right-of-use assets, net lease liability | | 388 | | - |
| Intangible assets | | 3,205 | | 4,368 |
| Debentures | | 595 | | 1,658 |
| Convertible debentures | | 530 | | - |
| Financing costs | | 1,509 | | 2,390 |
| Research and development expenditures | | 1,437 | | 1,163 |
| Other | | - | | 21 |
| | | 9,767 | | 11,850 |
| As at December 31, the company has unused tax losses for which no deferred tax assets are recognised as follows: |
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| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Expires 2024 | | 610 | | 610 |
| Expires 2025 | | 1,101 | | 1,075 |
| Expires 2026 | | 2,136 | | 2,136 |
| Expires 2027 | | 5,203 | | 5,203 |
| Expires 2028 | | 2,064 | | 2,064 |
| Expires 2029 | | 4,679 | | 4,663 |
| Expires 2030 | | 3,698 | | 3,698 |
| Expires 2031 | | 1,614 | | 1,614 |
| Expires 2032 | | 4,854 | | 4,849 |
| Expires 2033 | | 11,006 | | 10,454 |
| Expires 2034 | | 8,420 | | 7,416 |
| Expires 2035 | | 11,168 | | 9,835 |
| Expires 2036 | | 18,886 | | 19,008 |
| Expires 2037 | | 20,449 | | 19,824 |
| Expires 2038 | | 20,214 | | 16,277 |
| Expires 2039 | | 14,557 | | - |
| | | 130,659 | | 108,726 |
| 17. | Revenue |
|---|---|
| Subscription and services |
| 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Revenue from contracts with customers | | 23,449 | | 19,225 | | 9,455 |
| Other | | 1,862 | | 2,325 | | - |
| Total | | 25,311 | | 21,550 | | 9,455 |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 18. | Expenses by nature |
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| 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Personnel expense | | 14,402 | | 16,702 | | 17,869 |
| Marketing | | 9,119 | | 8,291 | | 5,916 |
| Depreciation and amortization | | 8,049 | | 6,875 | | 3,489 |
| Hosting and software licences | | 4,838 | | 4,415 | | 2,361 |
| Credit verification costs | | 2,402 | | 1,949 | | 1,590 |
| Professional services | | 2,099 | | 1,281 | | 1,389 |
| Premises | | 326 | | 1,036 | | 1,053 |
| Insurance and licenses | | 1,201 | | 1,091 | | 470 |
| Others | | 2,236 | | 2,204 | | 2,374 |
| | | 44,672 | | 43,844 | | 36,511 |
| 19. | Loss per share |
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| Loss per share is based on consolidated comprehensive loss for the year divided by the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the year. Diluted loss per share is computed in accordance with the treasury stock method and is based on the weighted average number of shares and dilutive share equivalents. | |
| The following reflects consolidated comprehensive loss and weighted average number of shares used in the basic and diluted loss per share computations: |
| 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
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| Loss attributed to shareholders | | (10,825 | ) | | (22,022 | ) | | (19,729 | ) |
| Basic weighted average number of shares (in 000s) | | 25,545 | | | 22,714 | | | 18,381 | |
| Basic and diluted loss per share | | (0.42 | ) | | (0.97 | ) | | (1.07 | ) |
| The outstanding stock options and warrants were excluded from the calculation of diluted loss per share because their effect is anti-dilutive. | |
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| 20. | Capital management |
| The Company’s objectives when managing capital are to maintain financial flexibility in order to preserve its ability to meet financial obligations and continue as a going concern, and to deploy capital to provide future investment return to its shareholders. | |
| The Company sets the amount and type of capital required relative to its assessment of risk and makes adjustments when necessary to respond to changes to economic conditions, the risk characteristics of the underlying assets, and externally imposed capital requirements. In order to maintain or modify its capital structure, the Company may issue new shares, seek other forms of financing, or sell assets to reduce debt. | |
| The Company manages the following as capital: |
| 2019 | 2018 |
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| Share capital | | 94,500 | | | 75,045 | |
| Deficit | | (101,609 | ) | | (90,784 | ) |
| Debentures | | 44,039 | | | 42,156 | |
| Convertible debentures | | 12,373 | | | 11,889 | |
| Credit facilities | | 76,472 | | | 76,465 | |
| There have been no changes in the Company’s capital management objectives, policies and processes during the year. There are certain capital requirements of the Company resulting from the Company’s credit facility that include financial covenants and ratios. Management uses these capital requirements in the decisions made in managing the level and make-up of the Company’s capital structure. The Company was in compliance with all of the financial covenants as at December 31, 2019 and December 31, 2018. |
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| Changes in the share capital of the Company over the year ended December 31, 2019 are mainly attributed to the business combination transaction as discussed in Note 21, conversion of convertible debentures and related interest, and the conversion of stock options and RSUs, as disclosed in Note 15 and Note 24, respectively. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 21. | Business combination |
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| On June 21, 2019, Mogo Finance and the Company, formerly named Difference Capital Financial Inc. (“Difference”), completed a plan of arrangement (the “Business Combination”). Under the Business Combination, Mogo Finance amalgamated with a wholly-owned subsidiary of Difference. In connection with the Business Combination, Difference was continued into British Columbia and changed its name to Mogo Inc. and continues to execute on Mogo Finance’s vision of building the leading fintech platform in Canada. | |
| Under the Business Combination, each outstanding common share of Mogo Finance, excluding the 2,549,163 Mogo Finance common shares held by Difference immediately prior to consummation of the Business Combination, was exchanged for one common share of the Company. All of Mogo Finance’s outstanding convertible securities became exercisable or convertible, as the case may be, for common shares in the Company. The Business combination provided Mogo Finance access to $10,246 in cash and a portfolio of investments, which Mogo intends to liquidate, increasing the financial position and liquidity of the Company. | |
| The Business Combination is accounted for as a reverse takeover under IFRS 3, where Mogo Finance is the accounting acquirer. Accordingly, these consolidated financial statements represent the continuing statements of Mogo Finance. The following table presents a reconciliation of the common shares outstanding immediately after the Business Combination: |
| Number of common shares |
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| Mogo Finance common shares outstanding at June 20, 2019 | | 24,101,405 | |
| Less: Mogo Finance common shares already held by Difference (not exchanged for common shares in Difference) | | (2,549,163 | ) |
| Difference common shares outstanding at June 20, 2019 | | 5,725,821 | |
| Common shares of Mogo outstanding upon completion of the Business Combination | | 27,278,063 | |
| Common shares of Mogo Finance immediately before the Business Combination | | 24,101,405 | |
| Incremental issuance of common shares | | 3,176,658 | |
| In the period June 21, 2019 to December 31, 2019, the operations of Difference contributed revenue of $nil and net income of $283. If the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2019, management estimates that proforma consolidated revenue would have been $68,143 and proforma consolidated net losses would have been ($8,514) for the year ended December 31, 2019. In determining these amounts, management has assumed the fair value adjustments, determined, that arose on the date of business combination would have been the same if the acquisition had occurred on January 1, 2019. |
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| The fair value of incremental common shares issued as consideration under the Arrangement was based on the June 20, 2019 closing price of a Mogo Finance common share on the TSX of $4.68 per share. Difference’s outstanding stock-based awards at the acquisition date became exercisable for common shares of the Company according to the provisions thereof. Since Mogo Finance is the accounting acquirer, these awards are accounted for as replacement awards. The estimated fair value of the replacement awards attributed to the pre-acquisition and post-acquisition service periods are $682 and $225, respectively, measured as at June 21, 2019. The pre-acquisition amount has been included as part of the total consideration. |
| The previously disclosed provisional allocation of consideration to estimated fair values has been updated based on fair valuations completed on the investment portfolio as of the acquisition date. This resulted in a decrease of $1,100 to investment portfolio previously disclosed at $23,904 and a corresponding decrease to the gain on acquisition previously disclosed at $15,886.The following tables summarize the fair value of consideration transferred, and its final allocation to estimated fair values assigned to each major class of assets acquired and liabilities assumed at the June 21, 2019 acquisition date. |
| (a) | Purchase consideration: |
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| Fair value of 3,176,658 incremental common shares issued | 14,867 |
|---|
| Fair value of replacement stock-based awards attributable to pre-acquisition service | 682 |
| Purchase consideration | 15,549 |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 21. | Business combination (Continued from previous page) |
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| (b) | Purchase price allocation: |
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| Cash and cash equivalents | 10,246 |
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| Prepaid expenses, deposits and other assets | 60 | |
| Investment portfolio | 22,804 | |
| Accounts payable and accruals | (2,775 | ) |
| Fair value of net identifiable assets acquired | 30,335 | |
| Purchase consideration | 15,549 | |
| Gain on acquisition | 14,786 | |
| The $14,786 gain on acquisition is expressed net of $1,645 transaction costs incurred in the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss. | |
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| 22. | Fair value of financial instruments |
| The fair value of a financial instrument is the price that would be received to sell an asset, or paid to transfer a liability, in an orderly transaction between market participants which takes place in the principal (or most advantageous) market at the measurement date. The fair value of a liability reflects its non-performing risk. Assets and liabilities recorded at fair value in the consolidated statement of financial position are measured and classified in a hierarchy consisting of three levels for disclosure purposes. The three levels are based on the priority of the inputs to the respective valuation technique. The fair value hierarchy gives the highest priority to quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1) and the lowest priority to unobservable inputs (Level 3). An asset or liability's classification within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of significant input to its valuation. The input levels are defined as follows: |
| · | Level 1: Unadjusted quoted prices in an active market for identical assets and liabilities. |
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| · | Level 2: Quoted prices in markets that are not active or inputs that are derived from quoted prices of similar (but not identical) assets or liabilities in active markets. |
| · | Level 3: Unobservable inputs that are supported by little or no market activity and are significant to the estimated fair value of the assets or liabilities. |
| (a) | Valuation process |
|---|---|
| The Company maximizes the use of quoted prices from active markets, when available. A market is regarded as active if transactions take place with sufficient frequency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis. Where independent quoted market prices are not available, the Company uses quoted market prices for similar instruments, other third party evidence or valuation techniques. | |
| The fair value of financial instruments determined using valuation techniques include the use of recent arm’s length transactions and discounted cash flow analysis for investments in unquoted securities, discounted cash flow analysis for derivatives, third-party pricing models or other valuation techniques commonly used by market participants and utilize independent observable market inputs to the maximum extent possible. | |
| The use of valuation techniques to determine the fair value of a financial instrument requires management to make assumptions such as the amount and timing of future cash flows and discount rates and incorporate the Company’s estimate of assumptions that a market participant would make when valuing the instruments. |
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| 22. | Fair value of financial instruments (Continued from previous page) |
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| (b) | Accounting classifications and fair values |
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| The following table shows the carrying amount and fair values of financial assets and financial liabilities, including their levels in the fair value hierarchy. It does not include fair value information for financial assets and financial liabilities not measured at fair value if the carrying amount is a reasonable approximation of fair value. There has not been any transfer between fair value hierarchy levels during the year. The fair value disclosure of lease liabilities is also not required. |
| Carrying amount | Fair value |
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| December 31, 2019 | Note | Mandatorily at FVTPL | | Financial asset at amortized cost | | Other financial liabilities | | Total | | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | | Total | |
| Financial assets measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Investment portfolio: | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Equities | 8 | | 20,590 | | - | | - | | 20,590 | | - | | 99 | | 20,491 | | 20,590 |
| Partnership interest and other | 8 | | 200 | | - | | - | | 200 | | - | | - | | 200 | | 200 |
| | | | 20,790 | | - | | - | | 20,790 | | | | | | | | |
| Financial assets not measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cash and cash equivalent | | | - | | 10,417 | | - | | 10,417 | | 10,417 | | - | | - | | 10,417 |
| Loans receivable – current | 5 | | - | | 69,949 | | - | | 69,949 | | - | | 69,647 | | - | | 69,647 |
| Loans receivable – non-current | 5 | | - | | 34,726 | | - | | 34,726 | | - | | - | | 34,396 | | 34,396 |
| | | | - | | 115,092 | | - | | 115,092 | | | | | | | | |
| Financial liabilities not measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Accounts payable and accruals | | | - | | - | | 11,254 | | 11,254 | | - | | 11,253 | | - | | 11,253 |
| Credit facilities | 13 | | - | | - | | 76,472 | | 76,472 | | - | | 76,472 | | - | | 76,472 |
| Debentures | 14 | | - | | - | | 44,039 | | 44,039 | | - | | 44,867 | | - | | 44,867 |
| Convertible debentures | 15 | | - | | - | | 12,373 | | 12,373 | | - | | 12,373 | | - | | 12,373 |
| | | | - | | - | | 144,138 | | 144,138 | | | | | | | | |
| Carrying amount | Fair value |
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| December 31, 2018 | Note | | FVTPL | | Financial asset at amortized cost | | Other financial liabilities | | Total | | Level 1 | | Level 2 | | Level 3 | | Total | |
| Financial assets not measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Cash and cash equivalent | | | | - | | 20,439 | | - | | 20,439 | | 20,439 | | - | | - | | 20,439 |
| Loans receivable – current | 5 | | | - | | 62,439 | | - | | 62,439 | | - | | 62,439 | | - | | 62,439 |
| Loans receivable – non-current | 5 | | | - | | 39,317 | | - | | 39,317 | | - | | - | | 41,595 | | 41,595 |
| | | | | - | | 122,195 | | - | | 122,195 | | | | | | | | |
| Financial liabilities measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Derivative financial liability | 24 | d | | 964 | | - | | - | | 964 | | - | | 964 | | - | | 964 |
| | | | | 964 | | - | | - | | 964 | | | | | | | | |
| Financial liabilities not measured at fair value | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Accounts payable and accruals | | | | - | | - | | 9,454 | | 9,454 | | - | | 9,454 | | - | | 9,454 |
| Credit facilities | 13 | | | - | | - | | 76,465 | | 76,465 | | - | | 76,465 | | - | | 76,465 |
| Debentures | 14 | | | - | | - | | 42,156 | | 42,156 | | - | | 44,782 | | - | | 44,782 |
| Convertible debentures | 15 | | | - | | - | | 11,889 | | 11,889 | | - | | 11,889 | | - | | 11,889 |
| | | | | - | | - | | 139,964 | | 139,964 | | | | | | | | |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 22. | Fair value of financial instruments (Continued from previous page) |
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| (c) | Measurement of fair values: |
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| (i) | Valuation techniques and significant unobservable inputs |
| The following tables show the valuation techniques used in measuring Level 3 fair values for financial instruments in the statement of financial position, as well as the significant unobservable inputs used. | |
| Financial instrument measured at FV |
| Type | Valuation technique | Significant unobservable inputs | Inter-relationship between significant unobservable inputs and FV |
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| Investment portfolio: | | | |
| Equities | | | |
| Unlisted | • Price of recent investments in the investee company<br> <br><br> <br>• Implied multiples from recent transactions of the underlying investee companies<br> <br><br> <br>• Offers received by investee companies<br> <br><br> <br>• Revenue multiples derived from comparable public companies and transactions<br> <br><br> <br>• Option pricing model | • Third-party transactions<br> <br><br> <br>• Revenue multiples<br> <br><br> <br>• Balance sheets and last twelve-month revenues for certain of the investee companies<br> <br><br> <br>• Equity volatility<br> <br><br> <br>• Time to exit events | • Increases in revenue multiples increases fair value<br> <br><br> <br>• Increases in equity volatility can increase or decrease fair value depending on class of shares held in the investee company<br> <br><br> <br>• Increases in estimated time to exit event can increase or decrease fair value depending on class of shares held in the investee company | | Partnership interest and others | • Adjusted net book value | • Net asset value per unit<br> <br><br> <br>• Change in market pricing of comparable companies of the underlying investments made by the partnership | | | Loan receivable – non-current | • Discounted cash flows: Considering expected prepayments and using management’s best estimate of average market interest rates with similar remaining terms. | • Expected timing of cash flows<br> <br><br> <br>• Discount rate 12% | • Changes to the expected timing of cash flow changes fair value<br> <br><br> <br>• Increases to the discount rate can decrease fair value |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 22. | Fair value of financial instruments (Continued from previous page) |
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| The following table presents the changes in fair value measurements of the Company’s investment portfolio recognized at fair value at December 31, 2019 and classified as Level 3: |
| December 31, 2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Opening balance December 31, 2018 | | - | | | - |
| Acquired in business combination with Difference | | 22,648 | | | - |
| Disposal | | (2,100 | ) | | - |
| Repayment of debenture | | (14 | ) | | - |
| Unrealized gain on investment portfolio | | 157 | | | |
| Balance, end of period | | 20,691 | | | - |
| (ii) | Sensitivity analysis |
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| For the fair value of equity securities, reasonably possible changes at the reporting date to one of the significant unobservable inputs, holding other inputs constant, would have the following effects. |
| Profit or loss |
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| | | Increase | | Decrease | | |
| Investment portfolio: | | | | | | | | 31 December 2019 | | | | | | |
| | Adjusted market multiple (5% movement) | | 1,000 | | (1,000 | ) | | 31 December 2018 | Not applicable | | | | | |
| During the year ended December 31, 2019, there were no transfers of assets or liabilities within the fair value hierarchy levels. |
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| 23. | Nature and extent of risk arising from financial instruments |
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| Risk management policy | |
| In the normal course of business, the Company is exposed to financial risk that arises from a number of sources. Management’s involvement in operations helps identify risks and variations from expectations. As a part of the overall operation of the Company, Management takes steps to avoid undue concentrations of risk. The Company manages the risks as follows: | |
| Credit risk | |
| Credit risk is the risk of financial loss to the Company if a customer or counter‑party to a financial instrument fails to meet its contractual obligations and arises primarily from the Company’s loans receivable. The maximum amount of credit risk exposure is limited to the gross carrying amount of the loans receivable disclosed in these financial statements. | |
| The Company acts as a lender of unsecured consumer loans and lines of credit and has little concentration of credit risk with any particular individual, company or other entity, relating to these services. However, the credit risk relates to the possibility of default of payment on the Company’s loans receivable. The Company performs on‑going credit evaluations, monitors aging of the loan portfolio, monitors payment history of individual loans, and maintains an allowance for loan loss to mitigate this risk. | |
| The credit risk decisions on the Company’s loans receivable are made in accordance with the Company’s credit policies and lending practices, which are overseen by the Company’s senior management. Credit quality of the customer is assessed based on a credit rating scorecard and individual credit limits are defined in accordance with this assessment. The consumer loans receivable are unsecured. The Company develops underwriting models based on the historical performance of groups of customer loans which guide its lending decisions. To the extent that such historical data used to develop its underwriting models is not representative or predictive of current loan book performance, the Company could suffer increased loan losses. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 23. | Nature and extent of risk arising from financial instruments (Continued from previous page) |
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| The Company cannot guarantee that delinquency and loss levels will correspond with the historical levels experienced and there is a risk that delinquency and loss rates could increase significantly. | |
| Liquidity risk | |
| Liquidity risk is the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they become due or will not receive sufficient funds from its third-party lenders to advance to the Company’s customers. The Company manages all liquidity risk through maintaining a sufficient working capital amount through daily monitoring of controls, cash balances and operating results. The Company’s principal sources of cash are funds from operations, which the Company believes will be sufficient to cover its normal operating and capital expenditures. | |
| The Company’s accounts payable and accruals are substantially due within 12 months. The maturity schedule of the Company’s credit facilities, debentures, and convertible debentures are described below. Management’s intention is to continue to refinance any outstanding amounts owing under the credit facilities and debentures and will consider the issuance of shares in lieu of amounts owing under the convertible debentures, in each case as they become due and payable. The debentures are subordinated to the credit facilities which has the effect of extending the maturity date of the debentures to the later of contractual maturity or the maturity date of credit facilities. See Note 10 for further details. |
| ($000s) | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | Thereafter |
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| Commitments - operational | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Lease payments | | 1,455 | | 1,481 | | 1,370 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
| Trade payables | | 7,128 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| Accrued wages and other expenses | | 4,126 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| Accounts payable | | 11,254 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| Interest – Credit Facilities (note 13) | | 7,959 | | 6,813 | | 3,407 | | - | | - | | - |
| Interest – Debentures (note 14, 15) | | 6,464 | | 5,938 | | 2,969 | | - | | - | | - |
| Purchase obligations | | 2,111 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - |
| | | 29,243 | | 14,232 | | 7,746 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
| Commitments – principal repayments | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit Facility – Other (note 13) | | - | | - | | 47,248 | | - | | - | | - |
| Debentures and convertible debentures^(1)^(note 14, 15) | | 12,373 | | - | | 43,496 | | - | | - | | - |
| | | 12,373 | | - | | 90,744 | | - | | - | | - |
| Commitments – extinguished subsequent to year end | | | | | | | | | | | | |
| Credit Facility – Liquid ^(2)^(note 13) | | 29,255 | | - | | - | | - | | - | | - | | Total contractual obligations | | 70,871 | | 14,232 | | 98,490 | | 1,355 | | 1,274 | | 3,881 |
(1) Convertible debentures mature on May 31, 2020 and is repayable in common shares at the discretion of the Company.
(2) Credit facility liquid was extinguished subsequent to year ended December 31, 2019. Refer to note 26 for more details.
Market risk
Market risk is the risk that the fair value or future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market prices. Market risk comprises three types of risk: interest rate risk, currency risk and other price risk, such as equity price risk and commodity risk. Financial instruments affected by market risk include cash, investment portfolio, debentures, credit facilities and derivative financial liability.
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 23. | Nature and extent of risk arising from financial instruments (Continued from previous page) |
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| Interest rate risk<br> <br><br> <br>Changes in market interest rates may have an effect on the cash flows associated with some financial assets and liabilities, known as cash flow risk, and on the fair value of other financial assets or liabilities, known as price risk. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk primarily relating to its credit facilities that bear interest fluctuating with LIBOR. The credit facilities have a LIBOR floor of 1.5% and 2.0% for Credit Facility – Liquid and Credit Facility – Other, respectively. As at December 31, 2019, LIBOR is 1.74% (December 31, 2018 – 2.50%). A 50 basis point increase in LIBOR would increase annual credit facility interest expense by $464.<br> <br><br> <br>The debentures and convertible debentures have fixed rates of interest and are not subject to interest rate risk.<br> <br><br> <br>Currency risk Currency risk is the risk that changes in foreign exchange rates may have an effect on future cash flows associated with financial instruments. The Company is exposed to foreign currency risk on the following financial instruments denominated in U.S. dollars. A 5% increase or decrease in the U.S. dollar exchange rate would increase or decrease the unrealized exchange gain (loss) by $10. |
| (‘$000 in USD$) | December 31,<br> <br>2019 | December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Cash | | 322 | | 874 |
| Investment portfolio | | 5,080 | | - |
| Debentures | | 5,020 | | 4,770 |
| Other price risk | |
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| Other market price risk is the risk that the fair value of the financial instrument will fluctuate as a result of changes in market prices (other than those arising from interest rate risks or currency risk), whether caused by factors specific to an individual investment or its issuers or factors affecting all instruments traded in the market. Our investment portfolio comprises of non-listed closely held equity instruments which are not exposed to market prices. Fair valuation of our investment portfolio is conducted on a quarterly basis. | |
| 24. | Equity |
| (a) | Share capital |
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| The Company’s authorized share capital is comprised of an unlimited number of common shares with no par value and an unlimited number of preferred shares issuable in one or more series. The Board is authorized to determine the rights and privileges and number of shares of each series. | |
| As at December 31, 2019, there are 27,557,763 common shares and no preferred shares issued and outstanding. | |
| (b) | Options |
| The Company has a stock option plan (the “Plan”) that provides for the granting of options to directors, officers, employees and consultants. The exercise price of an option is set at the time that such option is granted under the Plan. The maximum number of common shares reserved for issuance under the Plan is the greater of i) 15% of the number of common shares issued and outstanding of the Company and ii) 3,800,000. As a result of the Business Combination described in Note 13, there are an additional 536,000 options issued and outstanding as at December 31, 2019, which were granted pursuant to the Company’s prior stock option plan (the “Prior Plan”). These 536,000 options outstanding do not contribute towards the maximum number of common shares reserved for issuance under the Plan as described above. | |
| Each option converts into one common share of the Company upon exercise. No amounts are paid or payable by the recipient on receipt of the option. The options carry neither rights to dividends nor voting rights. Options may be exercised at any time from the date of vesting to the date of expiry. Options issued under the Plan have a maximum contractual term of eight years, and options issued under the Prior Plan have a maximum contractual term of ten years. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 24. | Equity (Continued from previous page) |
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| A summary of the status of the stock options and changes in the period is as follows: |
| Options Outstanding (000s) | Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value | Weighted Average Exercise Price | Options Exercisable (000s) | Weighted Average Exercise Price |
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| As at December 31, 2017 | | 3,099 | | | | | 1,529 | |
| Options granted | | 468 | | | | | | |
| Exercised | | (156 | ) | | | | | |
| Forfeited | | (303 | ) | | | | | |
| As at December 31, 2018 | | 3,108 | | | | | 1,965 | |
| Options granted | | 817 | | | | | | |
| Replacement awards (Note 21) | | 536 | | | | | | |
| Exercised | | (356 | ) | | | | | |
| Forfeited | | (408 | ) | | | | | |
| As at December 31, 2019 | | 3,697 | | | | | 2,833 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
| The above noted options have expiry dates ranging from November 2021 to December 2029. |
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| The fair value of each option granted was estimated using the Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following assumptions: |
| For the year ended December 31, 2019 | For the year ended December 31,<br> <br>2018 |
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| Risk-free interest rate | 1.17% - 1.83% | | | 2.07% – 2.47% | | |
| Expected life | 5 years | | | 5 years | | |
| Expected volatility in market price of shares | | 50 | % | | 50 | % |
| Expected dividend yield | | 0 | % | | 0 | % |
| Expected forfeiture rate | | 15 | % | | 15 | % |
| These options generally vest either immediately or monthly over a three to four year period after an initial one year cliff. Volatility is estimated using historical data of comparable publicly traded companies operating in a similar segment. | |
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| Total share based compensation costs related to options and RSUs for the year ended December 31, 2019 were $1,732 (2018 - $1,320). | |
| (c) | Restricted share units |
| RSUs are granted to executives and other key employees. The fair value of an RSU at the grant date is equal to the market value of one of the Company’s common shares. Executives and other key employees are granted a specific number of RSUs for a given performance period based on their position and level of contribution. RSUs vest fully after three years of continuous employment from the date of grant and, in certain cases, if performance objectives are met as determined by the Board of Directors. The maximum number of shares which may be made subject to issuance under RSUs awarded under the RSU Plan is 500,000. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 24. | Equity (Continued from previous page) |
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| Details of outstanding RSUs as at December 31, 2019 are as follows: |
| Number of RSUs (000s) |
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| Outstanding, December 31, 2017 | | 145 | |
| Granted | | 164 | |
| Converted | | (30 | ) |
| Expired | | (33 | ) |
| Outstanding, December 31, 2018 | | 246 | |
| Granted | | - | |
| Converted | | (94 | ) |
| Expired | | (11 | ) |
| Outstanding, December 31, 2019 | | 141 | |
| (d) | Warrants |
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| Warrants Outstanding (000s) | Weighted Average Exercise Price | Warrants Exercisable (000s) | Weighted Average Exercise Price |
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| As at December 31, 2018 | | 1,779 | | | | 982 | |
| Warrants exercised | | (583 | ) | | | - | |
| As at December 31, 2019 | | 1,196 | | | | 982 | |
All values are in US Dollars.
| The 1,196,120 warrants outstanding noted above have expiry dates ranging from January 2021 to January 2023.<br> <br><br> <br>On June 17, 2019, our lender exercised all of its warrants to purchase 583,333 of the Company’s common shares at an exercise price of $2.05 per share. The warrants were exercised via a net equity settlement option included in the warrant certificate. As a result, the warrants were net settled on a cashless basis, with reference to the $4.85 volume weighted average trading price (“VWAP”) of Mogo Finance’s common shares on the TSX for the 5 trading days prior to the exercise date. The cashless exercise resulted in the net issuance of 336,871 common shares, and also resulted in the extinguishment of the derivative financial liability, fair valued at $1,534 as at the exercise date, on the consolidated statement of operations and comprehensive loss.<br> <br><br> <br>On January 25, 2016, in connection with the original marketing collaboration agreement (the “Postmedia Agreement”) with Postmedia Network Inc. (“Postmedia”), Mogo issued Postmedia five year warrants to acquire 1,196,120 common shares of Mogo at an exercise price of $2.96. 50% of the warrants were to vest in equal instalments over three years while the remaining 50% (the “Performance Warrants”) were to vest based on Mogo achieving certain quarterly revenue targets.<br> <br><br> <br>Effective January 2018, the Postmedia Agreement was extended for an additional two years beyond the end of the current agreement, as described in Note 7. In connection with this amendment, Postmedia and Mogo agreed to change the vesting and term of the 598,060 Performance Warrants so that i) they vest equally over the remaining two years of the collaboration (50% in January 2020 and 50% in January 2021); and ii) their term is extended an additional two years, now expiring January 2023. |
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| Mogo Inc.<br> <br>Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements<br> <br>(Expressed in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts)<br> <br>For the years ended December 31, 2019 and 2018 |
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| 25. | Cash flow changes from financing activities |
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| Details of changes in financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2019 are as follows: |
| Non-cash changes |
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| | January 1,<br> <br>2019 | | Cash<br> <br>flows | | | Conversion/<br> <br>Other | | | Foreign<br> <br>exchange | | | Fair Value/ Amortization | | December 31,<br> <br>2019 | |
| Share capital | | 75,045 | | 770 | | | 18,685 | | | - | | | - | | 94,500 |
| Credit facility | | 76,465 | | (565 | ) | | - | | | - | | | 572 | | 76,472 |
| Debentures | | 42,156 | | 2,213 | | | - | | | (330 | ) | | - | | 44,039 |
| Convertible debentures | | 11,889 | | - | | | (276 | ) | | - | | | 760 | | 12,373 |
| Lease liability | | 4,694 | | (833 | ) | | 1,347 | | | - | | | - | | 5,208 |
| Derivative financial liability | | 964 | | - | | | (1,534 | ) | | - | | | 570 | | - |
| Total | | 211,213 | | 1,585 | | | 18,222 | | | (330 | ) | | 1,902 | | 232,592 |
| Details of changes in financing activities for the year ended December 31, 2018 are as follows: |
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| | January 1, 2018 | | Cash flows | | Conversion | | | Foreign exchange | | Fair Value/ Amortization | | | December 31, 2018 | |
| Share capital | | 71,389 | | 311 | | 3,345 | | | - | | - | | | 75,045 |
| Credit facility | | 57,496 | | 18,559 | | - | | | - | | 410 | | | 76,465 |
| Debentures | | 40,240 | | 1,381 | | - | | | 535 | | - | | | 42,156 |
| Convertible debentures | | 12,988 | | - | | (1,751 | ) | | - | | 652 | | | 11,889 |
| Derivative financial liability | | 2,697 | | - | | - | | | - | | (1,733 | ) | | 964 |
| Total | | 184,810 | | 20,251 | | 1,594 | | | 535 | | (671 | ) | | 206,519 |
| 26. | Subsequent Events<br> <br><br> <br>Effective January 1, 2020, Mogo amended and extended the Postmedia Agreement for an additional two years expiring on December 31, 2022. Under the amended and extended Postmedia Agreement, Postmedia will receive a quarterly revenue share payment of $263, reduced from $527 in Q4 2019. Further, subject to receipt of shareholder approval, the expiry date of 50% of the warrants previously issued to Postmedia will be extended to seven years such that the new expiry date will be January 25, 2023. Mogo also issued to Postmedia 5-year warrants to acquire 350,000 common shares of Mogo at an exercise price of $3.537, which will vest in equal instalments over three years.<br> <br><br> <br>On February 28, 2020, Mogo completed the sale of the majority of the Liquid Loan Portfolio to goeasy for gross consideration of $31,900. Mogo is also eligible for an additional performance-based payment of up to $1,500 payable upon achieving certain agreed-upon annual origination amounts under the 3-year lending partnership with goeasy.<br> <br><br> <br>On February 28, 2020, in conjunction with the sale of the majority of the Liquid Loan Portfolio, Mogo extinguished its Credit Facility – Liquid, which held a principal outstanding balance of approximately $28,700. As part of extinguishing the facility in advance of its maturity, Mogo paid a prepayment penalty of $2,500 of which $1,500 is payable in cash and of which $1,000 was settled in shares through the issuance of 306,842 common shares, priced at $3.259 per share.<br> <br><br> <br>Subsequent to December 31, 2019, the COVID-19 outbreak was declared a pandemic by the World Health Organization. The situation is dynamic and the ultimate duration and magnitude of the impact on the economy and our business are not known at this time. These impacts could include an impact on our ability to obtain debt and equity financing, impairment of investments, increase in loan loss provisions, impairments in the value of our intangible assets and long-lived assets, or potential future decreases in revenue or the profitability of our ongoing operations. |
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mogo_ex993.htm EXHIBIT 99.3
Mogo Announces Fourth Quarter & Full-Year 2019
Financial Results & Provides Update Related to COVID-19
Mogo surpasses 1 million members
Full-year Core Revenue increases 33% to $47.2 million
Full-Year Adjusted EBITDA up 73% to $7.2 million
Company taking immediate cost reduction initiatives to accelerate path to positive cash flow
Mogo reports in Canadian dollars and in accordance with IFRS
Vancouver, British Columbia, March 27, 2020 – Mogo Inc. (TSX:MOGO) (NASDAQ:MOGO) (“Mogo” or the “Company”), one of Canada’s leading financial technology companies, today announced its financial and operational results for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2019. The Company also commented on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on its business and operations and management’s plans to address the current economic uncertainty.
“Now more than ever, financial stress is a huge issue for Canadians, and in 2019 we made progress improving our technology platform, products and user experience to help our members improve their financial health,” said David Feller, Mogo’s Founder and CEO. “Our focus during these challenging times will be on leveraging our digital products and solutions to help minimize the impact to our members’ financial lives, especially those who have been most affected. We believe that our products, including our new MogoSpend, will be instrumental in helping members manage their financial health during this time.”
Greg Feller, President and CFO, added: “In 2019, we continued to fundamentally transition our business toward a capital-light model versus on balance sheet lending. We move forward with a stronger balance sheet following the recent $31.5 million sale of our MogoLiquid portfolio, which provided additional cash while significantly reducing our leverage and credit risk exposure. These steps, along with several immediate cost reduction initiatives we are implementing, will better position the company to manage through the current challenging environment.”
Commentary on COVID-19 & 2020 Outlook
With its 2019 financial results, management also provided an update on the impact of the COVID-19 situation on its business and operations. Mogo operates a fully digital platform; its services and products are all accessed through its app or online, with no physical branches or consumer-facing offices. As a result, the Company has not experienced any material business interruption to date. While the degree of severity and length of an economic downturn is difficult to predict, Mogo believes that it is well positioned to navigate through this period.
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Mogo’s COVID-19 Response: Helping Members Manage Through This Financial Challenge
Mogo’s platform empowers consumers with simple solutions to help them get in control of their financial wellness. During this challenging period, we are focused on helping customers in several areas:
| · | Financial Relief - Mogo members who have a loan outstanding and have experienced a disruption in their employment will be offered payment options including reduced payments and deferred interest to help manage through this time. |
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| · | Support & Coaching – We’re providing information to our members to help them navigate the various options they have available to them for assistance such as accessing government funding and EI and tips for things like potentially reducing car insurance while unemployed. |
| · | Spending Control – Living on a reduced budget is challenging. We’re rolling out our MogoSpend product, designed to help consumers track and control spending while earning cash back. |
| · | Monitor and Protect – Since a financial disruption can have a negative impact on a member’s credit score and identity fraud is on the rise, we will offer ID fraud protection for free for six months to any members who do not have MogoProtect. This is in addition to our free credit score product. |
Cost Reduction Initiatives
In light of the current economic volatility and uncertainty, Mogo is taking several immediate steps to accelerate its path to positive cash flow including the following initiatives, which, when combined, will reduce cash expenses in the second quarter by an estimated $5.0 million.
| · | The Company is reducing expenses across the organization with a focus on deferring its growth investments in technology and development and marketing, excluding marketing efforts under the partnership with Postmedia Network Inc. These reductions will result in a temporary layoff of approximately 30% of our team, as well as reduced compensation for the C-Suite. |
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| · | Mogo has temporarily paused new on-balance-sheet loan originations. However, the Company will continue to originate loans for its lending partner. These loans generate recurring fee-based revenue for Mogo, with no capital investment or risk. |
| · | The Company will also exercise its option to capitalize interest payments on its non-convertible subordinated debentures beginning in Q2, resulting in cash conservation of approximately $1.4 million during the quarter. |
Greg Feller added: “We will continue to support our existing loan customers through this challenging period while directing new originations to our lending partners, which will allow us to continue to monetize our digital lending platform. We have been transitioning our business to a capital-light model for some time and, in light of the economic volatility and uncertainty, we are accelerating this transition and taking immediate steps, which we expect will allow us to mitigate the potential impact to our business during these uncertain times and accelerate our path to cash flow positive once we return to a more stable environment.”
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Following the sale of the majority of its MogoLiquid portfolio, Mogo’s remaining on balance sheet gross loan balance was reduced to approximately $72 million. The Company believes the risk to this portfolio in the current environment is mitigated by a number of factors:
| · | 100% of our loans are set up for digital payments and approximately 88% of these loans are set up with multiple payments per month that more closely coincide with our customers’ pay cycle. |
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| · | Mogo’s consumer lending portfolio is primarily composed of small-dollar lines of credit, with an average balance of approximately $1,500 per loan and average payments of approximately $50, across more than 45,000 customers. |
| · | Approximately 55% of Mogo’s customers have optional loan protection insurance, which covers their loan payments for a period of up to 6 consecutive months in the event of unemployment. |
| · | Based on the income profile of our typical customer, we believe the majority of affected customers would be eligible for government relief measures and/or employment insurance protection. We believe this would significantly lessen the financial impact for these customers. |
| · | Mogo is one of the most experienced online lenders in Canada, with deep expertise in underwriting and collections. The Company is working closely with members to support them through this changing environment. Where required, the Company will provide more flexible options, including extended payment terms, payment deferrals and interest relief. |
Based on the significant recent changes to the economic backdrop, and the changes Mogo is implementing to its business, the Company is not providing a more detailed financial outlook in the near-term and is withdrawing the previous targets communicated with its Q3 2019 financial results.
Financial Review
Fourth-Quarter 2019 Financial Highlights
| · | Total revenue^1^ increased 2% over the fourth quarter of 2018 to $15.0 million. |
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| · | Core revenue^2^ increased by 8% to $12.4 million, compared with $11.4 million in the same period in 2018. |
| · | Gross profit was $9.9 million (65.9% of revenue), similar to the $10.0 million (68.3% of revenue) recorded in the fourth quarter of 2018. |
| · | Adjusted EBITDA increased by 11% year over year to $2.3 million (15.3% of total revenue), compared with $2.1 million (14.1% of total revenue) in the fourth quarter of 2018. |
| · | Cash flow from operations before investment in receivables increased by 49% to $2.2 million in the fourth quarter, compared to $1.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2018. |
| · | Adjusted net loss was $5.2 million, compared with $4.7 million in the same period in 2018. |
| · | Net loss of $6.2 million, compared with a net loss of $5.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2018. |
| · | Renewed and expanded our Corporate credit facility which included increasing the facility to $60 million, reducing the interest rate by 400 basis points and extending the maturity to July 2022. |
| · | At December 31, 2019, the Company had $31.2 million in combined cash and investment portfolio ($10.4 million of Cash and $20.8 million investment portfolio). |
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Full-Year 2019 Financial Highlights
| · | Total revenue^1^ grew by 6% to $59.8 million for 2019. |
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| · | Core revenue^2^ increased by 33% over 2018 to $47.2 million. |
| · | Adjusted EBITDA increased by 73% to $7.2 million, from $4.2 million in 2018. |
| · | Net loss for 2019 was $10.8 million, a decrease of 51% compared to 2018, while net loss per share was $0.42 a decrease of 57% from a net loss per share of $0.97 in 2018. |
Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Business Highlights
| · | Active members increased 29% year over year to 976,000 at year end. In February 2020, the Company surpassed one million members. |
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| · | Launched new partner lending platform to leverage Mogo’s digital platform and technology driven adjudication process to continue providing Canadians with quick and convenient access to personal loans, while de-risking its balance sheet. |
| · | Introduced a complete redesign of the Mogo app customer interface which included the introduction of four habits of financial health that tie our portfolio of 6 products together. These habits help our members: 1) monitor and protect their credit score; 2) control their spending; 3) learn how to save and invest wisely; and 4) borrow responsibly. |
| · | Completed development work for the launch of MogoSpend, the Company’s new digital spending account with Mogo Visa* Platinum Prepaid Card. This is the first product of its kind designed to help Canadians get better control over their spending, while earning best-in-class cashback and having a positive impact on the environment through the carbon-offset program. |
| · | In February 2020, sold the majority of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio to goeasy for gross consideration of $31.5 million. Mogo is also eligible for an additional performance-based payment of up to $1.5 million payable upon achieving certain agreed-upon annual origination amounts under the lending partnership with goeasy described below. |
| · | In conjunction with the sale of the MogoLiquid loan portfolio, we repaid and extinguished the Credit Facility – Liquid, which held an outstanding balance of $29.3 million at year end. |
| · | In February 2020, signed a three-year lending partnership with goeasy Ltd. following a successful pilot program that started in October 2019. The partnership enables Mogo to fully monetize our lending platform and drive new recurring fee-based revenue with no capital investment or risk of these loans. |
| · | In February 2020, amended and extended the marketing collaboration agreement with Postmedia Network Inc. which will provide over $15.0 million of annual media value until January 2023. |
^1^ During 2019, the Company changed its presentation of loan protection revenue and associated costs. Historically, the Company presented costs associated with loan protection as part of transaction costs. Under the new presentation, the Company is presenting revenue net of expenses. This results in a decrease in revenue and a corresponding decrease in transaction costs by $4,628 in 2019, $4,727 in 2018, and $3,133 in 2017. The changes to the presentation of loan protection revenue and associated costs did not have an impact on the Company’s gross profit. There is no impact on net loss and comprehensive loss and the consolidated statement of financial position, consolidated statement of changes in equity and the consolidated statement of cash flows remain unchanged as a result of this recast. A reconciliation of revenue under the new presentation to our previously reported amounts is included in Note 4 of our annual financial statements.
^2^ In light of our exit from our bitcoin mining operations and the sale of our MogoLiquid loan portfolio, the Company has revised its definition of core revenue to exclude revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans. The prior period comparative figures for core revenue and core ARPM have also been revised to conform with the new definition.
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Conference Call & Webcast
Mogo will host a conference call to discuss its Q4 and full-year 2019 financial results at 11:00 a.m. EDT on March 27, 2020. The call will be hosted by David Feller, Founder and CEO, and Greg Feller, President and CFO. To participate in the call, dial (416) 764-8650 or (888) 664-6383 using the conference ID 09374155. The webcast can be accessed at http://bit.ly/33aPtrQ or http://investors.mogo.ca. Listeners should access the webcast or call 10-15 minutes before the start time to ensure they are connected.
Non-IFRS Financial Measures
This press release makes reference to certain non‑IFRS financial measures. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. These measures are provided as additional information to complement the IFRS financial measures contained herein by providing further metrics to understand the Company’s results of operations from management’s perspective. Accordingly, they should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS. We use non‑IFRS financial measures, including core revenue (total revenue excluding revenue from bitcoin mining and revenue related to Liquid loans ), adjusted EBITDA, adjusted net income (loss), cash provided by (used in) operating activities before investment in loans receivable, core ARPM, Contribution, and Mogo members, to provide investors with supplemental measures of our operating performance and thus highlight trends in our core business that may not otherwise be apparent when relying solely on IFRS financial measures. Our management also uses non‑IFRS financial measures in order to facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period, prepare annual operating budgets and assess our ability to meet our capital expenditure and working capital requirements. Please see “Non-IFRS Financial Measures” in our Management’s Discussion and Analysis for the Period Ended December 31, 2019 for a reconciliation of these non-IFRS financial measures to the nearest IFRS measures which is available at www.sedar.com and at www.sec.gov.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation, including statements regarding Mogo’s strategic priorities and expectations for 2020 and statements regarding the Company’s response to COVID-19, the reduction of its expenses and its path to cash flow positive. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based upon a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, are inherently subject to significant business, economic and competitive uncertainties and contingencies, and may prove to be incorrect. Forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that may cause actual financial results, performance or achievements to be materially different from the estimated future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by those forward-looking statements and the forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance. Mogo's growth, its ability to expand into new products and markets and its expectations for its financial performance for 2020 are subject to a number of conditions, many of which are outside of Mogo's control. For a description of the risks associated with Mogo's business please refer to the “Risk Factors” section of Mogo’s current annual information form, which is available at www.sedar.com and www.sec.gov. Except as required by law, Mogo disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, events or otherwise
About Mogo
Mogo — a financial technology company — offers a finance app that empowers consumers with simple solutions to help them get in control of their financial wellness. Financial wellness continues to be the #1 source of stress across all demographics and highest among millennials. At Mogo, users can sign up for a free account in only three minutes and begin to learn the 4 habits of financial health and get convenient access to products that can help them achieve their financial goals. The Mogo platform has been purpose-built to deliver a best-in-class digital experience, with best-in-class products all through one account. With more than one million members and a marketing partnership with Canada's largest news media company, Mogo continues to execute on its vision of becoming the go-to financial app for the next generation of Canadians. To learn more, please visit mogo.ca or download the mobile app (iOS or Android).
For further information:
Craig Armitage
Investor Relations
craiga@mogo.ca
(416) 347-8954
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mogo_ex994.htm EXHIBIT 99.4
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statement (No. 333-225733) on Form S-8 and Registration Statement (No. 333-234582) on Form F-10 of Mogo Inc. (the “Company”) of our report dated April 29, 2019, with respect to the consolidated statements of financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2018, and the related consolidated statements of comprehensive loss, shareholders’ equity (deficit), and cash flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 2018, and the related notes, which report appears in the December 31, 2019 Annual Report on Form 6-K of the Company.
Our report refers to a change in accounting policy for financial instruments and revenue recognition as of January 1, 2018 due to the adoption of IFRS 9 Financial Instruments and IFRS 15 Revenues.

M N P LLP
Chartered Professional Accountants
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
March 26, 2020