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Greenhill & Co., Inc., an independent investment bank, provides financial and strategic advisory services to corporations, partnerships, institutional investors, and governments worldwide. The company offers advisory services related to mergers and acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, financings, private capital raising, and other similar transactions. It also advises clients on strategic matters, including activist shareholder defense, special committee projects, licensing deals, and joint ventures; and valuation, negotiation tactics, industry dynamics, structuring alternatives, and timing and pricing of transactions, as well as financing alternatives. In addition, the company provides restructuring advisory services to debtors, creditors, governments, and other stakeholders, and acquirers of distressed companies and assets; and advice on restructuring alternatives, capital structures, and sales or recapitalizations. Further, it assists clients in identifying and capitalizing on incremental sources of value; and on court-assisted reorganizations by developing and seeking approval for plans of reorganization, as well as the implementation of such plans. Additionally, the company advises on private placements of debt and structured equity, refinancing of existing debt facilities, negotiating the modification, and amendment of covenants, as well as acts as an independent advisor. It also offers financial advisory services to pension funds, endowments, and other institutional investors on transactions involving alternative assets; and advice to alternative asset fund sponsors for private capital raising, financing, restructuring, liquidity options, valuation, and related services. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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Goldhills Holding Ltd Files Drilling Permit for Copper Deposit and Expands Exploration Claim at Lennac Lake
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2024-08-19 09:30:00Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 19, 2024) - Goldhills Holding Ltd. (TSXV:GHL) (OTCQB: GODZF) ("Goldhills" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has applied for NOW Notice of Work permit with Ministry of Mining to allow for diamond drilling in the West Zone of its Lennac Lake Property to confirm the presence of copper in the historic Babine Copper - Moly Porphyry district.

Greenhill & Co. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
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2023-08-09 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $71.4 million, net income of $4.4 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.21 for the quarter ended June 30, 2023. The Firm's second quarter 2023 revenues compare to revenues of $36.0 million in the second quarter of 2022, which represents an increase of $35.4 million. The Firm's second quarter 2023 net income and diluted earnings per share compared to a net loss of $18.7 million and a loss per share.

Why Is Greenhill (GHL) Stock Up 116% Today?
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2023-05-22 11:26:48Greenhill (NYSE: GHL ) stock is taking off on Monday thanks to news of an acquisition deal with Mizuho Financial Group (NYSE: MFG ). This deal has Mizuho Financial Group agreeing to pay $15 per share in cash for GHL stock.

GHL Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Sale of Greenhill & Co., Inc. Is Fair to Shareholders
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2023-05-22 10:04:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) to Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. for $15.00 per share is fair to Greenhill shareholders. Halper Sadeh encourages Greenhill shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. The investigation concerns whether Greenhill and its board of directors violated the federal securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to, among other things: (1) obtain the best possible consideration for Greenhill shareholders; (2) determine whether Mizuho is underpaying for Greenhill; and (3) disclose all material information necessary for Greenhill shareholders to adequately assess and value the merger consideration. On behalf of Greenhill shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLC may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits. Halper Sadeh encourages Greenhill shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. Halper Sadeh LLC represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct. Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Greenhill & Co, Inc. (GHL) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript
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2023-05-07 13:25:25Greenhill & Co, Inc. (NYSE:GHL ) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 3, 2023 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Patrick Suehnholz - Director of Investor Relations Scott Bok - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Devin Ryan - JMP Securities Matthew Moon - KBW James Yaro - Goldman Sachs Group Operator Good day and welcome to the Greenhill First Quarter 2023 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note, this event is being recorded.

Greenhill & Co. Reports First Quarter 2023 Results
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2023-05-03 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $49.7 million, a net loss of $23.3 million and a loss per share of $1.27 for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. The Firm’s first quarter 2023 revenues compare to revenues of $45.4 million in the first quarter of 2022, which represents an increase of $4.3 million. The Firm’s first quarter 2023 net loss and net loss per share compare to a net loss of $12.1 million and a loss per share of $0.66 for the first quarter 2022. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. “Our first quarter revenue showed modest improvement from last year’s level despite what was obviously a very challenging operating environment. But notwithstanding what was a relatively quiet revenue quarter, we are seeing a level of engagement, particularly with our corporate clients, that feels stronger than recent M&A market commentary has been suggesting. We are also seeing restructuring activity accelerate from last year’s slow pace. Accordingly, we expect our year to date revenue improvement to grow significantly in the second quarter, leading to our best first half in recent years. On the cost side, our compensation costs were elevated for the quarter as a result of the timing of an accounting charge for incentive compensation. But already in the second quarter the absolute dollar level of compensation will fall to a more typical level, and our compensation ratio should do likewise as these costs decline and higher revenue materializes. Looking further ahead, we are well positioned to benefit as markets continue to stabilize, credit conditions improve, a more robust level of deal activity develops and costs normalize,” Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Revenues were $49.7 million in the first quarter of 2023 compared to $45.4 million in the first quarter of 2022, an increase of $4.3 million, or 9%. The increase principally resulted from a higher level of fees from financing advisory and restructuring retainers. Recruiting Update Today we are announcing the recruitment of Jakub Mleczko (most recently Managing Director at Perella Weinberg Partners) who will join our New York office as a Managing Director focused on Financing Advisory & Restructuring. The Firm remains in dialogue with numerous other Managing Director candidates and continues to see opportunities to grow senior banker headcount. Including all Managing Directors whose recruitment we have announced to date, we have 78 client-facing Managing Directors. As of January 1, 2023, we had 79 such Managing Directors. Expenses Operating Expenses Our total operating expenses for the first quarter of 2023 were $75.5 million, which compared to $60.0 million of total operating expenses for the first quarter of 2022. The increase in total operating expenses of $15.5 million resulted from increases in both our compensation and benefits expenses and our non-compensation operating expenses, each as described in more detail below. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 2022 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $60.6 $46.8 % of revenues 122% 103% Non-compensation operating expenses 14.9 13.1 % of revenues 30% 29% Total operating expenses 75.5 60.0 % of revenues 152% 132% Total operating income (loss) (25.8) (14.5) Operating profit margin NM NM Compensation and Benefits Expenses Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $60.6 million in the first quarter of 2023 as compared to $46.8 million for the first quarter of 2022. The increase in expense of $13.8 million, or 29%, was largely a result of the timing of an accounting charge for incentive compensation. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the first quarters of 2023 and 2022 were elevated due to lower than average revenues. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses For the three months ended March 31, 2023, our non-compensation operating expenses of $14.9 million increased $1.8 million, or 14%, as compared to $13.1 million in the same period in 2022. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment expenses, which we believe have normalized from the low pandemic level, as well as incremental costs related to our relocation to new space in London. Non-compensation expenses as a percentage of revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2023 were 30% compared to 29% for the same period in 2022. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation operating expenses in future periods. Interest Expense For the three months ended March 31, 2023, we incurred interest expense of $5.8 million as compared to $2.8 million for the same period in 2022. The increase of $3.0 million related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes For the three months ended March 31, 2023, we recognized an income tax benefit of $8.3 million as compared to an income tax benefit for the three months ended March 31, 2022 of $5.2 million. The tax benefit recognized in the first quarter of 2023 increased as compared to the same period in 2022 as a result of a higher pre-tax loss. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of March 31, 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $58.8 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $270.1 million. Our net debt was $211.3 million. During March 2023, we made a required excess cash flow repayment of $1.8 million on our term loan. The remaining principal balance of the term loan is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the first quarter of 2023, we repurchased 508,237 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $13.85 per share, for a total cost of $7.0 million. We also repurchased in the open market 69,112 shares of our common stock at an average price of $11.88 per share, for a total cost of $0.8 million. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized up to $30 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). As of March 31, 2023, we have $22.7 million remaining under that authorization. Going forward, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and making repurchases of common shares and common share equivalents as and when appropriate. In light of the upcoming maturity of our term loan, we intend to seek to refinance or extend the loan facility in the relatively near term at such time as we believe market conditions are optimal to do so. Dividend The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on June 21, 2023 to common stockholders of record on June 7, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the first quarter and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s first quarter 2023 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317 - 6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317 - 6061 (international); passcode: 5215522. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344 - 7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317 - 0088 (international); passcode: 9866349. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under ‘‘Risk Factors’’ in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2022 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 2022 Revenues $ 49,678 $ 45,441 Operating Expenses Employee compensation and benefits 60,576 46,849 Occupancy and equipment rental 4,989 4,403 Depreciation and amortization 887 620 Information services 2,356 2,300 Professional fees 1,995 1,966 Travel related expenses 1,923 1,120 Other operating expenses 2,771 2,711 Total operating expenses 75,497 59,969 Total operating income (loss) (25,819 ) (14,528 ) Interest expense 5,813 2,755 Income (loss) before taxes (31,632 ) (17,283 ) Provision (benefit) for taxes (8,314 ) (5,177 ) Net income (loss) $ (23,318 ) $ (12,106 ) Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,315,231 18,424,585 Diluted 18,315,231 18,424,585 Earnings (loss) per share: Basic $ (1.27 ) $ (0.66 ) Diluted $ (1.27 ) $ (0.66 )

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Greenhill Conference Call to Announce First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
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2023-04-10 16:30:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its first quarter 2023 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (May 3, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L.

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
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2023-04-10 16:30:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its first quarter 2023 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (May 3, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s first quarter financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 5215522. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9866349. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill Saw That Q4 Pop, But Optimism Maybe Premature
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2023-02-16 17:22:05Management really leaned into the notion that 2023 would be a strong rebound year. We think that things will be less vigorous than hoped. Management was accurate with their assertions in Q3 that Q4 would be a stronger quarter with deals shifting right, and that continues and operating leverage continues to be evident.

Greenhill & Co, Inc. (GHL) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript
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2023-02-01 19:34:04Greenhill & Co, Inc. (NYSE:GHL ) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call February 1, 2023 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Scott Bok - Chairman & CEO Patrick Suehnholz - Greenhill & Co. Conference Call Participants Devin Ryan - JMP Securities Matthew Moon - KBW James Yaro - Goldman Sachs Group Operator Good day, everyone, and welcome to the Greenhill Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions].

Greenhill & Co. Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.95 and Full Year 2022 Earnings Per Share of $0.15
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2023-02-01 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $95.8 million, net income of $19.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.95 for the fourth quarter of 2022. The Firm’s fourth quarter 2022 revenues compare to revenues in the fourth quarter 2021 of $116.7 million, which represents a decrease of $20.9 million. The Firm's fourth quarter 2022 net income and diluted earnings per share compare to net income of $28.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.21 for the fourth quarter of 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues of $258.5 million compare to $317.5 million for 2021, which represents a decrease of $59.0 million. For 2022, net income of $3.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.15 compare to net income of $42.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.73 for 2021. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. "Our second half revenue was more than double that of our first half, yet fell short of our higher expectations as a slower pace of deal completions meant many more transaction processes carried over to the new year than we expected. As for costs, our higher than normal compensation ratio for the year was a function of our revenue outcome, while on the non-compensation cost side we incurred a number of one-off items yet remained within our target dollar cost range for the full year. We are pleased to have generated an annual profit in what was a challenging operating environment, and believe that the delayed projects we carried into the new year combined with expectations for an improving operating environment position us well for a considerably better revenue outcome, as well as a return to historic profit margin levels, for 2023," Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Fourth Quarter Revenues were $95.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to $116.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, a decrease of $20.9 million, or 18%. The decrease in our fourth quarter revenues principally resulted from fewer merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, partially offset by an increase in financing advisory fees. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues were $258.5 million compared to $317.5 million in 2021, a decrease of $59.0 million, or 19%. The decrease in our 2022 revenues, as compared to 2021, principally resulted from decreases in both merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, and financing and restructuring advisory fees. Recruiting Update We are announcing today the recruitment of Chris Shilakes (most recently Managing Director at Nomura) who will join our San Francisco office as a Managing Director focused on the technology sector. In January 2023, as part of our annual evaluation and promotion process, the Firm named four new client-facing Managing Directors: John Antel (Houston - Corporate Advisory), James Bentley (New York - Corporate Advisory), David Lemelman (New York - Corporate Advisory), and Newton Sears (Chicago - Corporate Advisory). With these promotions and including all Managing Directors we have announced to date, we currently have 79 client-facing Managing Directors. In addition, a long serving member of the executive management team, Hal Rodriguez, will transition from the role of Chief Financial Officer to that of Senior Advisor commencing March 1, 2023. Our Corporate Controller, Mark Lasky, will be promoted to Chief Financial Officer effective March 1, 2023. Mr. Lasky has served as the Firm's Corporate Controller since 2012 and prior to that spent 12 years in finance roles at Goldman Sachs. Mr. Rodriguez will work closely with Mark and other senior members of the Finance team to ensure an orderly transition. Expenses Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $62.8 million compared to $73.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in total operating expenses of $11.1 million, or 15%, principally resulted from an decrease in our compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by an increase in non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 34% for the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 37% for the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, total operating expenses were $237.9 million compared to $246.3 million in 2021. The decrease of $8.4 million, or 3%, resulted from lower compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by slightly higher non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 8% for 2022 as compared to 22% for 2021. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $ 44.5 $ 59.1 $ 179.8 $ 190.5 % of revenues 46 % 51 % 70 % 60 % Non-compensation operating expenses 18.3 14.8 58.1 55.7 % of revenues 19 % 13 % 22 % 18 % Total operating expenses 62.8 73.9 237.9 246.3 % of revenues 66 % 63 % 92 % 78 % Total operating income 33.0 42.9 20.6 71.3 Operating profit margin 34 % 37 % 8 % 22 % Compensation and Benefits Expenses Fourth Quarter Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $44.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to $59.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in expense of $14.6 million, or 25%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 46% in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 51% in the same period in 2021. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 and 2021 were both adjusted lower than our targeted range to reduce our full year ratios. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $179.8 million, compared to $190.5 million for 2021. The decrease of $10.7 million, or 6%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 70% in 2022 compared to 60% in 2021. The ratio of compensation to revenues for 2022 as compared to 2021 was higher than our targeted range due to the spreading of lower compensation and benefits expenses over significantly lower revenues in 2022. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our non-compensation operating expenses were $18.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $14.8 million in the same period in 2021, representing an increase of $3.5 million, or 24%. The increase principally resulted from a loss on foreign currency movements, a co-advisor professional fee paid on an advisory assignment, higher business travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our new London office. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 increased to 19% compared to 13% for the same period in 2021 as a result of spreading higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our non-compensation operating expenses of $58.1 million compared to $55.7 million in 2021, representing an increase of $2.4 million, or 4%. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our London office, partially offset by the benefit of foreign currency gains compared to foreign currency losses in the prior year. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for 2022 increased to 22% as compared to 18% in 2021 as a result of spreading slightly higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation expenses in future periods. Interest Expense Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, we incurred interest expense of $5.1 million as compared to $2.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The increase of $2.2 million principally related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, we incurred interest expense of $15.5 million as compared to $12.1 million in 2021. The increase in interest expense of $3.4 million during 2022 related to both higher market borrowing rates, offset in part by lower average borrowings outstanding as a result of debt repayments made during 2021. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, the provision for income taxes was $8.0 million, reflecting an effective rate of 29%, as compared to a provision for income taxes in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $11.1 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. Our effective tax rates in the fourth quarters of 2022 and 2021 were slightly higher than normal due to a greater proportion of our earnings being derived from higher tax rate jurisdictions than the U.S. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, the provision for income taxes was $1.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 36%, as compared to a provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2021 of $16.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. The higher effective rate for the full year 2022 was impacted by certain non-allowable deductions and was not meaningful due to our relatively nominal amount of pre-tax income. For 2021, the effective rate included charges related to the vesting of restricted stock unit awards vesting at a value less than the grant price. Excluding the impact of a charge or benefit from the impact of RSU share settlements and assuming no changes to tax law changes, we expect our effective tax rate for 2023 and forward will be in the mid twenty percent range, but it may be somewhat lower or higher depending on the amount of earnings generated from lower or higher rate foreign jurisdictions. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2022, we had cash and cash equivalents of $104.3 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $271.9 million. Our net debt was $167.6 million. The remaining principal balance outstanding of $271.9 million is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased in the open market 614,820 shares of our common stock at an average price of $8.78 per share, for a total cost of $5.4 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased in the open market 1,745,028 shares of our common stock at an average price of $12.70 per share, for a total cost of $22.2 million. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased 407,745 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $10.06 per share, for a total cost of $4.1 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 1,219,839 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $14.57 per share, for a total cost of $17.8 million. In aggregate during the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 2,964,867 shares and share equivalents for $39.9 million at an average price of $13.47 per share. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2023, our Board of Directors authorized up to $70.0 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units) of which we used $35.7 million. Over the next year through January 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized $30.0 million in purchases of common shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). Going forward, given the limited liquidity of our shares and resulting constraints on share repurchases, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and continuing share repurchases to the extent necessary to offset ongoing stock-based compensation for employees. The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on March 22, 2023 to common stockholders of record on March 8, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, private equity sponsors, institutional investors, family offices, and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, "likely", “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under “Risk Factors” in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2021 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 Revenues $ 95,819 $ 116,732 $ 258,454 $ 317,539 Operating expenses Employee compensation and benefits 44,524 59,073 179,801 190,546 Occupancy and equipment rental 5,357 4,612 19,153 18,237 Depreciation and amortization 684 696 2,564 2,998 Information services 2,664 2,178 9,804 9,339 Professional fees 2,990 2,345 8,961 8,676 Travel related expenses 2,050 1,276 6,260 2,799 Other operating expenses 4,559 3,693 11,341 13,687 Total operating expenses 62,828 73,873 237,884 246,282 Total operating income 32,991 42,859 20,570 71,257 Interest expense 5,087 2,875 15,469 12,146 Income before taxes 27,904 39,984 5,101 59,111 Provision for taxes 8,003 11,075 1,827 16,799 Net income $ 19,901 $ 28,909 $ 3,274 $ 42,312 Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,069,829 18,400,596 18,165,345 19,138,808 Diluted 21,005,657 23,953,706 21,892,864 24,505,712 Earnings per share: Basic $ 1.10 $ 1.57 $ 0.18 $ 2.21 Diluted $ 0.95 $ 1.21 $ 0.15 $ 1.73

Greenhill & Co. Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.95 and Full Year 2022 Earnings Per Share of $0.15
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2023-02-01 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $95.8 million, net income of $19.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.95 for the fourth quarter of 2022. The Firm’s fourth quarter 2022 revenues compare to revenues in the fourth quarter 2021 of $116.7 million, which represents a decrease of $20.9 million. The Firm's fourth quarter 2022 net income and diluted earnings per share compare to net income of $28.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.21 for the fourth quarter of 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues of $258.5 million compare to $317.5 million for 2021, which represents a decrease of $59.0 million. For 2022, net income of $3.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.15 compare to net income of $42.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.73 for 2021. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. "Our second half revenue was more than double that of our first half, yet fell short of our higher expectations as a slower pace of deal completions meant many more transaction processes carried over to the new year than we expected. As for costs, our higher than normal compensation ratio for the year was a function of our revenue outcome, while on the non-compensation cost side we incurred a number of one-off items yet remained within our target dollar cost range for the full year. We are pleased to have generated an annual profit in what was a challenging operating environment, and believe that the delayed projects we carried into the new year combined with expectations for an improving operating environment position us well for a considerably better revenue outcome, as well as a return to historic profit margin levels, for 2023," Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Fourth Quarter Revenues were $95.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to $116.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, a decrease of $20.9 million, or 18%. The decrease in our fourth quarter revenues principally resulted from fewer merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, partially offset by an increase in financing advisory fees. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues were $258.5 million compared to $317.5 million in 2021, a decrease of $59.0 million, or 19%. The decrease in our 2022 revenues, as compared to 2021, principally resulted from decreases in both merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, and financing and restructuring advisory fees. Recruiting Update We are announcing today the recruitment of Chris Shilakes (most recently Managing Director at Nomura) who will join our San Francisco office as a Managing Director focused on the technology sector. In January 2023, as part of our annual evaluation and promotion process, the Firm named four new client-facing Managing Directors: John Antel (Houston - Corporate Advisory), James Bentley (New York - Corporate Advisory), David Lemelman (New York - Corporate Advisory), and Newton Sears (Chicago - Corporate Advisory). With these promotions and including all Managing Directors we have announced to date, we currently have 79 client-facing Managing Directors. In addition, a long serving member of the executive management team, Hal Rodriguez, will transition from the role of Chief Financial Officer to that of Senior Advisor commencing March 1, 2023. Our Corporate Controller, Mark Lasky, will be promoted to Chief Financial Officer effective March 1, 2023. Mr. Lasky has served as the Firm's Corporate Controller since 2012 and prior to that spent 12 years in finance roles at Goldman Sachs. Mr. Rodriguez will work closely with Mark and other senior members of the Finance team to ensure an orderly transition. Expenses Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $62.8 million compared to $73.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in total operating expenses of $11.1 million, or 15%, principally resulted from an decrease in our compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by an increase in non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 34% for the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 37% for the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, total operating expenses were $237.9 million compared to $246.3 million in 2021. The decrease of $8.4 million, or 3%, resulted from lower compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by slightly higher non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 8% for 2022 as compared to 22% for 2021. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $ 44.5 $ 59.1 $ 179.8 $ 190.5 % of revenues 46 % 51 % 70 % 60 % Non-compensation operating expenses 18.3 14.8 58.1 55.7 % of revenues 19 % 13 % 22 % 18 % Total operating expenses 62.8 73.9 237.9 246.3 % of revenues 66 % 63 % 92 % 78 % Total operating income 33.0 42.9 20.6 71.3 Operating profit margin 34 % 37 % 8 % 22 % Compensation and Benefits Expenses Fourth Quarter Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $44.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to $59.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in expense of $14.6 million, or 25%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 46% in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 51% in the same period in 2021. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 and 2021 were both adjusted lower than our targeted range to reduce our full year ratios. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $179.8 million, compared to $190.5 million for 2021. The decrease of $10.7 million, or 6%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 70% in 2022 compared to 60% in 2021. The ratio of compensation to revenues for 2022 as compared to 2021 was higher than our targeted range due to the spreading of lower compensation and benefits expenses over significantly lower revenues in 2022. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our non-compensation operating expenses were $18.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $14.8 million in the same period in 2021, representing an increase of $3.5 million, or 24%. The increase principally resulted from a loss on foreign currency movements, a co-advisor professional fee paid on an advisory assignment, higher business travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our new London office. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 increased to 19% compared to 13% for the same period in 2021 as a result of spreading higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our non-compensation operating expenses of $58.1 million compared to $55.7 million in 2021, representing an increase of $2.4 million, or 4%. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our London office, partially offset by the benefit of foreign currency gains compared to foreign currency losses in the prior year. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for 2022 increased to 22% as compared to 18% in 2021 as a result of spreading slightly higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation expenses in future periods. Interest Expense Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, we incurred interest expense of $5.1 million as compared to $2.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The increase of $2.2 million principally related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, we incurred interest expense of $15.5 million as compared to $12.1 million in 2021. The increase in interest expense of $3.4 million during 2022 related to both higher market borrowing rates, offset in part by lower average borrowings outstanding as a result of debt repayments made during 2021. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, the provision for income taxes was $8.0 million, reflecting an effective rate of 29%, as compared to a provision for income taxes in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $11.1 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. Our effective tax rates in the fourth quarters of 2022 and 2021 were slightly higher than normal due to a greater proportion of our earnings being derived from higher tax rate jurisdictions than the U.S. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, the provision for income taxes was $1.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 36%, as compared to a provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2021 of $16.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. The higher effective rate for the full year 2022 was impacted by certain non-allowable deductions and was not meaningful due to our relatively nominal amount of pre-tax income. For 2021, the effective rate included charges related to the vesting of restricted stock unit awards vesting at a value less than the grant price. Excluding the impact of a charge or benefit from the impact of RSU share settlements and assuming no changes to tax law changes, we expect our effective tax rate for 2023 and forward will be in the mid twenty percent range, but it may be somewhat lower or higher depending on the amount of earnings generated from lower or higher rate foreign jurisdictions. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2022, we had cash and cash equivalents of $104.3 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $271.9 million. Our net debt was $167.6 million. The remaining principal balance outstanding of $271.9 million is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased in the open market 614,820 shares of our common stock at an average price of $8.78 per share, for a total cost of $5.4 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased in the open market 1,745,028 shares of our common stock at an average price of $12.70 per share, for a total cost of $22.2 million. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased 407,745 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $10.06 per share, for a total cost of $4.1 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 1,219,839 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $14.57 per share, for a total cost of $17.8 million. In aggregate during the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 2,964,867 shares and share equivalents for $39.9 million at an average price of $13.47 per share. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2023, our Board of Directors authorized up to $70.0 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units) of which we used $35.7 million. Over the next year through January 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized $30.0 million in purchases of common shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). Going forward, given the limited liquidity of our shares and resulting constraints on share repurchases, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and continuing share repurchases to the extent necessary to offset ongoing stock-based compensation for employees. The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on March 22, 2023 to common stockholders of record on March 8, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, private equity sponsors, institutional investors, family offices, and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, "likely", “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under “Risk Factors” in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2021 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 Revenues $ 95,819 $ 116,732 $ 258,454 $ 317,539 Operating expenses Employee compensation and benefits 44,524 59,073 179,801 190,546 Occupancy and equipment rental 5,357 4,612 19,153 18,237 Depreciation and amortization 684 696 2,564 2,998 Information services 2,664 2,178 9,804 9,339 Professional fees 2,990 2,345 8,961 8,676 Travel related expenses 2,050 1,276 6,260 2,799 Other operating expenses 4,559 3,693 11,341 13,687 Total operating expenses 62,828 73,873 237,884 246,282 Total operating income 32,991 42,859 20,570 71,257 Interest expense 5,087 2,875 15,469 12,146 Income before taxes 27,904 39,984 5,101 59,111 Provision for taxes 8,003 11,075 1,827 16,799 Net income $ 19,901 $ 28,909 $ 3,274 $ 42,312 Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,069,829 18,400,596 18,165,345 19,138,808 Diluted 21,005,657 23,953,706 21,892,864 24,505,712 Earnings per share: Basic $ 1.10 $ 1.57 $ 0.18 $ 2.21 Diluted $ 0.95 $ 1.21 $ 0.15 $ 1.73

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results
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2023-01-09 17:00:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (February 1, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results
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2023-01-09 17:00:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (February 1, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill & Company: A Missed Cyclical Boom
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2022-11-28 18:02:34Greenhill is not a great long-term investment. The firm has traditionally presented a great buy opportunity over the summer months.

Goldhills Holding Ltd Files Drilling Permit for Copper Deposit and Expands Exploration Claim at Lennac Lake
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2024-08-19 09:30:00Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - August 19, 2024) - Goldhills Holding Ltd. (TSXV:GHL) (OTCQB: GODZF) ("Goldhills" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has applied for NOW Notice of Work permit with Ministry of Mining to allow for diamond drilling in the West Zone of its Lennac Lake Property to confirm the presence of copper in the historic Babine Copper - Moly Porphyry district.

Greenhill & Co. Reports Second Quarter 2023 Results
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2023-08-09 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $71.4 million, net income of $4.4 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.21 for the quarter ended June 30, 2023. The Firm's second quarter 2023 revenues compare to revenues of $36.0 million in the second quarter of 2022, which represents an increase of $35.4 million. The Firm's second quarter 2023 net income and diluted earnings per share compared to a net loss of $18.7 million and a loss per share.

Why Is Greenhill (GHL) Stock Up 116% Today?
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2023-05-22 11:26:48Greenhill (NYSE: GHL ) stock is taking off on Monday thanks to news of an acquisition deal with Mizuho Financial Group (NYSE: MFG ). This deal has Mizuho Financial Group agreeing to pay $15 per share in cash for GHL stock.

GHL Stock Alert: Halper Sadeh LLC Is Investigating Whether the Sale of Greenhill & Co., Inc. Is Fair to Shareholders
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2023-05-22 10:04:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether the sale of Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) to Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. for $15.00 per share is fair to Greenhill shareholders. Halper Sadeh encourages Greenhill shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. The investigation concerns whether Greenhill and its board of directors violated the federal securities laws and/or breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders by failing to, among other things: (1) obtain the best possible consideration for Greenhill shareholders; (2) determine whether Mizuho is underpaying for Greenhill; and (3) disclose all material information necessary for Greenhill shareholders to adequately assess and value the merger consideration. On behalf of Greenhill shareholders, Halper Sadeh LLC may seek increased consideration for shareholders, additional disclosures and information concerning the proposed transaction, or other relief and benefits. Halper Sadeh encourages Greenhill shareholders to click here to learn more about their legal rights and options or contact Daniel Sadeh or Zachary Halper at (212) 763-0060 or sadeh@halpersadeh.com or zhalper@halpersadeh.com. Halper Sadeh LLC represents investors all over the world who have fallen victim to securities fraud and corporate misconduct. Our attorneys have been instrumental in implementing corporate reforms and recovering millions of dollars on behalf of defrauded investors. Attorney Advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.

Greenhill & Co, Inc. (GHL) Q1 2023 Earnings Call Transcript
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2023-05-07 13:25:25Greenhill & Co, Inc. (NYSE:GHL ) Q1 2023 Earnings Conference Call May 3, 2023 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Patrick Suehnholz - Director of Investor Relations Scott Bok - Chairman & Chief Executive Officer Conference Call Participants Devin Ryan - JMP Securities Matthew Moon - KBW James Yaro - Goldman Sachs Group Operator Good day and welcome to the Greenhill First Quarter 2023 Earnings Call. [Operator Instructions] Please note, this event is being recorded.

Greenhill & Co. Reports First Quarter 2023 Results
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2023-05-03 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $49.7 million, a net loss of $23.3 million and a loss per share of $1.27 for the quarter ended March 31, 2023. The Firm’s first quarter 2023 revenues compare to revenues of $45.4 million in the first quarter of 2022, which represents an increase of $4.3 million. The Firm’s first quarter 2023 net loss and net loss per share compare to a net loss of $12.1 million and a loss per share of $0.66 for the first quarter 2022. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. “Our first quarter revenue showed modest improvement from last year’s level despite what was obviously a very challenging operating environment. But notwithstanding what was a relatively quiet revenue quarter, we are seeing a level of engagement, particularly with our corporate clients, that feels stronger than recent M&A market commentary has been suggesting. We are also seeing restructuring activity accelerate from last year’s slow pace. Accordingly, we expect our year to date revenue improvement to grow significantly in the second quarter, leading to our best first half in recent years. On the cost side, our compensation costs were elevated for the quarter as a result of the timing of an accounting charge for incentive compensation. But already in the second quarter the absolute dollar level of compensation will fall to a more typical level, and our compensation ratio should do likewise as these costs decline and higher revenue materializes. Looking further ahead, we are well positioned to benefit as markets continue to stabilize, credit conditions improve, a more robust level of deal activity develops and costs normalize,” Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Revenues were $49.7 million in the first quarter of 2023 compared to $45.4 million in the first quarter of 2022, an increase of $4.3 million, or 9%. The increase principally resulted from a higher level of fees from financing advisory and restructuring retainers. Recruiting Update Today we are announcing the recruitment of Jakub Mleczko (most recently Managing Director at Perella Weinberg Partners) who will join our New York office as a Managing Director focused on Financing Advisory & Restructuring. The Firm remains in dialogue with numerous other Managing Director candidates and continues to see opportunities to grow senior banker headcount. Including all Managing Directors whose recruitment we have announced to date, we have 78 client-facing Managing Directors. As of January 1, 2023, we had 79 such Managing Directors. Expenses Operating Expenses Our total operating expenses for the first quarter of 2023 were $75.5 million, which compared to $60.0 million of total operating expenses for the first quarter of 2022. The increase in total operating expenses of $15.5 million resulted from increases in both our compensation and benefits expenses and our non-compensation operating expenses, each as described in more detail below. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 2022 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $60.6 $46.8 % of revenues 122% 103% Non-compensation operating expenses 14.9 13.1 % of revenues 30% 29% Total operating expenses 75.5 60.0 % of revenues 152% 132% Total operating income (loss) (25.8) (14.5) Operating profit margin NM NM Compensation and Benefits Expenses Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $60.6 million in the first quarter of 2023 as compared to $46.8 million for the first quarter of 2022. The increase in expense of $13.8 million, or 29%, was largely a result of the timing of an accounting charge for incentive compensation. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the first quarters of 2023 and 2022 were elevated due to lower than average revenues. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses For the three months ended March 31, 2023, our non-compensation operating expenses of $14.9 million increased $1.8 million, or 14%, as compared to $13.1 million in the same period in 2022. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment expenses, which we believe have normalized from the low pandemic level, as well as incremental costs related to our relocation to new space in London. Non-compensation expenses as a percentage of revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2023 were 30% compared to 29% for the same period in 2022. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation operating expenses in future periods. Interest Expense For the three months ended March 31, 2023, we incurred interest expense of $5.8 million as compared to $2.8 million for the same period in 2022. The increase of $3.0 million related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in 2022. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes For the three months ended March 31, 2023, we recognized an income tax benefit of $8.3 million as compared to an income tax benefit for the three months ended March 31, 2022 of $5.2 million. The tax benefit recognized in the first quarter of 2023 increased as compared to the same period in 2022 as a result of a higher pre-tax loss. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of March 31, 2023, we had cash and cash equivalents of $58.8 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $270.1 million. Our net debt was $211.3 million. During March 2023, we made a required excess cash flow repayment of $1.8 million on our term loan. The remaining principal balance of the term loan is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the first quarter of 2023, we repurchased 508,237 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $13.85 per share, for a total cost of $7.0 million. We also repurchased in the open market 69,112 shares of our common stock at an average price of $11.88 per share, for a total cost of $0.8 million. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized up to $30 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). As of March 31, 2023, we have $22.7 million remaining under that authorization. Going forward, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and making repurchases of common shares and common share equivalents as and when appropriate. In light of the upcoming maturity of our term loan, we intend to seek to refinance or extend the loan facility in the relatively near term at such time as we believe market conditions are optimal to do so. Dividend The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on June 21, 2023 to common stockholders of record on June 7, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the first quarter and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, May 3, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s first quarter 2023 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317 - 6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317 - 6061 (international); passcode: 5215522. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344 - 7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317 - 0088 (international); passcode: 9866349. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under ‘‘Risk Factors’’ in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2022 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended March 31, 2023 2022 Revenues $ 49,678 $ 45,441 Operating Expenses Employee compensation and benefits 60,576 46,849 Occupancy and equipment rental 4,989 4,403 Depreciation and amortization 887 620 Information services 2,356 2,300 Professional fees 1,995 1,966 Travel related expenses 1,923 1,120 Other operating expenses 2,771 2,711 Total operating expenses 75,497 59,969 Total operating income (loss) (25,819 ) (14,528 ) Interest expense 5,813 2,755 Income (loss) before taxes (31,632 ) (17,283 ) Provision (benefit) for taxes (8,314 ) (5,177 ) Net income (loss) $ (23,318 ) $ (12,106 ) Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,315,231 18,424,585 Diluted 18,315,231 18,424,585 Earnings (loss) per share: Basic $ (1.27 ) $ (0.66 ) Diluted $ (1.27 ) $ (0.66 )

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Greenhill Conference Call to Announce First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
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2023-04-10 16:30:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its first quarter 2023 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (May 3, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L.

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce First Quarter 2023 Financial Results
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2023-04-10 16:30:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its first quarter 2023 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, May 3, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (May 3, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s first quarter financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 5215522. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9866349. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill Saw That Q4 Pop, But Optimism Maybe Premature
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2023-02-16 17:22:05Management really leaned into the notion that 2023 would be a strong rebound year. We think that things will be less vigorous than hoped. Management was accurate with their assertions in Q3 that Q4 would be a stronger quarter with deals shifting right, and that continues and operating leverage continues to be evident.

Greenhill & Co, Inc. (GHL) Q4 2022 Earnings Call Transcript
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2023-02-01 19:34:04Greenhill & Co, Inc. (NYSE:GHL ) Q4 2022 Earnings Conference Call February 1, 2023 4:30 PM ET Company Participants Scott Bok - Chairman & CEO Patrick Suehnholz - Greenhill & Co. Conference Call Participants Devin Ryan - JMP Securities Matthew Moon - KBW James Yaro - Goldman Sachs Group Operator Good day, everyone, and welcome to the Greenhill Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2022 Earnings Conference Call. [Operator Instructions].

Greenhill & Co. Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.95 and Full Year 2022 Earnings Per Share of $0.15
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2023-02-01 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $95.8 million, net income of $19.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.95 for the fourth quarter of 2022. The Firm’s fourth quarter 2022 revenues compare to revenues in the fourth quarter 2021 of $116.7 million, which represents a decrease of $20.9 million. The Firm's fourth quarter 2022 net income and diluted earnings per share compare to net income of $28.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.21 for the fourth quarter of 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues of $258.5 million compare to $317.5 million for 2021, which represents a decrease of $59.0 million. For 2022, net income of $3.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.15 compare to net income of $42.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.73 for 2021. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. "Our second half revenue was more than double that of our first half, yet fell short of our higher expectations as a slower pace of deal completions meant many more transaction processes carried over to the new year than we expected. As for costs, our higher than normal compensation ratio for the year was a function of our revenue outcome, while on the non-compensation cost side we incurred a number of one-off items yet remained within our target dollar cost range for the full year. We are pleased to have generated an annual profit in what was a challenging operating environment, and believe that the delayed projects we carried into the new year combined with expectations for an improving operating environment position us well for a considerably better revenue outcome, as well as a return to historic profit margin levels, for 2023," Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Fourth Quarter Revenues were $95.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to $116.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, a decrease of $20.9 million, or 18%. The decrease in our fourth quarter revenues principally resulted from fewer merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, partially offset by an increase in financing advisory fees. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues were $258.5 million compared to $317.5 million in 2021, a decrease of $59.0 million, or 19%. The decrease in our 2022 revenues, as compared to 2021, principally resulted from decreases in both merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, and financing and restructuring advisory fees. Recruiting Update We are announcing today the recruitment of Chris Shilakes (most recently Managing Director at Nomura) who will join our San Francisco office as a Managing Director focused on the technology sector. In January 2023, as part of our annual evaluation and promotion process, the Firm named four new client-facing Managing Directors: John Antel (Houston - Corporate Advisory), James Bentley (New York - Corporate Advisory), David Lemelman (New York - Corporate Advisory), and Newton Sears (Chicago - Corporate Advisory). With these promotions and including all Managing Directors we have announced to date, we currently have 79 client-facing Managing Directors. In addition, a long serving member of the executive management team, Hal Rodriguez, will transition from the role of Chief Financial Officer to that of Senior Advisor commencing March 1, 2023. Our Corporate Controller, Mark Lasky, will be promoted to Chief Financial Officer effective March 1, 2023. Mr. Lasky has served as the Firm's Corporate Controller since 2012 and prior to that spent 12 years in finance roles at Goldman Sachs. Mr. Rodriguez will work closely with Mark and other senior members of the Finance team to ensure an orderly transition. Expenses Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $62.8 million compared to $73.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in total operating expenses of $11.1 million, or 15%, principally resulted from an decrease in our compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by an increase in non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 34% for the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 37% for the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, total operating expenses were $237.9 million compared to $246.3 million in 2021. The decrease of $8.4 million, or 3%, resulted from lower compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by slightly higher non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 8% for 2022 as compared to 22% for 2021. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $ 44.5 $ 59.1 $ 179.8 $ 190.5 % of revenues 46 % 51 % 70 % 60 % Non-compensation operating expenses 18.3 14.8 58.1 55.7 % of revenues 19 % 13 % 22 % 18 % Total operating expenses 62.8 73.9 237.9 246.3 % of revenues 66 % 63 % 92 % 78 % Total operating income 33.0 42.9 20.6 71.3 Operating profit margin 34 % 37 % 8 % 22 % Compensation and Benefits Expenses Fourth Quarter Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $44.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to $59.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in expense of $14.6 million, or 25%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 46% in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 51% in the same period in 2021. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 and 2021 were both adjusted lower than our targeted range to reduce our full year ratios. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $179.8 million, compared to $190.5 million for 2021. The decrease of $10.7 million, or 6%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 70% in 2022 compared to 60% in 2021. The ratio of compensation to revenues for 2022 as compared to 2021 was higher than our targeted range due to the spreading of lower compensation and benefits expenses over significantly lower revenues in 2022. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our non-compensation operating expenses were $18.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $14.8 million in the same period in 2021, representing an increase of $3.5 million, or 24%. The increase principally resulted from a loss on foreign currency movements, a co-advisor professional fee paid on an advisory assignment, higher business travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our new London office. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 increased to 19% compared to 13% for the same period in 2021 as a result of spreading higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our non-compensation operating expenses of $58.1 million compared to $55.7 million in 2021, representing an increase of $2.4 million, or 4%. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our London office, partially offset by the benefit of foreign currency gains compared to foreign currency losses in the prior year. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for 2022 increased to 22% as compared to 18% in 2021 as a result of spreading slightly higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation expenses in future periods. Interest Expense Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, we incurred interest expense of $5.1 million as compared to $2.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The increase of $2.2 million principally related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, we incurred interest expense of $15.5 million as compared to $12.1 million in 2021. The increase in interest expense of $3.4 million during 2022 related to both higher market borrowing rates, offset in part by lower average borrowings outstanding as a result of debt repayments made during 2021. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, the provision for income taxes was $8.0 million, reflecting an effective rate of 29%, as compared to a provision for income taxes in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $11.1 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. Our effective tax rates in the fourth quarters of 2022 and 2021 were slightly higher than normal due to a greater proportion of our earnings being derived from higher tax rate jurisdictions than the U.S. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, the provision for income taxes was $1.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 36%, as compared to a provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2021 of $16.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. The higher effective rate for the full year 2022 was impacted by certain non-allowable deductions and was not meaningful due to our relatively nominal amount of pre-tax income. For 2021, the effective rate included charges related to the vesting of restricted stock unit awards vesting at a value less than the grant price. Excluding the impact of a charge or benefit from the impact of RSU share settlements and assuming no changes to tax law changes, we expect our effective tax rate for 2023 and forward will be in the mid twenty percent range, but it may be somewhat lower or higher depending on the amount of earnings generated from lower or higher rate foreign jurisdictions. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2022, we had cash and cash equivalents of $104.3 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $271.9 million. Our net debt was $167.6 million. The remaining principal balance outstanding of $271.9 million is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased in the open market 614,820 shares of our common stock at an average price of $8.78 per share, for a total cost of $5.4 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased in the open market 1,745,028 shares of our common stock at an average price of $12.70 per share, for a total cost of $22.2 million. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased 407,745 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $10.06 per share, for a total cost of $4.1 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 1,219,839 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $14.57 per share, for a total cost of $17.8 million. In aggregate during the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 2,964,867 shares and share equivalents for $39.9 million at an average price of $13.47 per share. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2023, our Board of Directors authorized up to $70.0 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units) of which we used $35.7 million. Over the next year through January 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized $30.0 million in purchases of common shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). Going forward, given the limited liquidity of our shares and resulting constraints on share repurchases, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and continuing share repurchases to the extent necessary to offset ongoing stock-based compensation for employees. The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on March 22, 2023 to common stockholders of record on March 8, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, private equity sponsors, institutional investors, family offices, and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, "likely", “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under “Risk Factors” in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2021 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 Revenues $ 95,819 $ 116,732 $ 258,454 $ 317,539 Operating expenses Employee compensation and benefits 44,524 59,073 179,801 190,546 Occupancy and equipment rental 5,357 4,612 19,153 18,237 Depreciation and amortization 684 696 2,564 2,998 Information services 2,664 2,178 9,804 9,339 Professional fees 2,990 2,345 8,961 8,676 Travel related expenses 2,050 1,276 6,260 2,799 Other operating expenses 4,559 3,693 11,341 13,687 Total operating expenses 62,828 73,873 237,884 246,282 Total operating income 32,991 42,859 20,570 71,257 Interest expense 5,087 2,875 15,469 12,146 Income before taxes 27,904 39,984 5,101 59,111 Provision for taxes 8,003 11,075 1,827 16,799 Net income $ 19,901 $ 28,909 $ 3,274 $ 42,312 Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,069,829 18,400,596 18,165,345 19,138,808 Diluted 21,005,657 23,953,706 21,892,864 24,505,712 Earnings per share: Basic $ 1.10 $ 1.57 $ 0.18 $ 2.21 Diluted $ 0.95 $ 1.21 $ 0.15 $ 1.73

Greenhill & Co. Reports Fourth Quarter Earnings Per Share of $0.95 and Full Year 2022 Earnings Per Share of $0.15
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2023-02-01 16:05:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL) today reported revenues of $95.8 million, net income of $19.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.95 for the fourth quarter of 2022. The Firm’s fourth quarter 2022 revenues compare to revenues in the fourth quarter 2021 of $116.7 million, which represents a decrease of $20.9 million. The Firm's fourth quarter 2022 net income and diluted earnings per share compare to net income of $28.9 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.21 for the fourth quarter of 2021. For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues of $258.5 million compare to $317.5 million for 2021, which represents a decrease of $59.0 million. For 2022, net income of $3.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.15 compare to net income of $42.3 million and diluted earnings per share of $1.73 for 2021. The Firm’s revenues and net income can fluctuate materially depending on the number, size and timing of completed transactions on which it advised and other factors. Accordingly, the revenues and net income in any particular period may not be indicative of future results. "Our second half revenue was more than double that of our first half, yet fell short of our higher expectations as a slower pace of deal completions meant many more transaction processes carried over to the new year than we expected. As for costs, our higher than normal compensation ratio for the year was a function of our revenue outcome, while on the non-compensation cost side we incurred a number of one-off items yet remained within our target dollar cost range for the full year. We are pleased to have generated an annual profit in what was a challenging operating environment, and believe that the delayed projects we carried into the new year combined with expectations for an improving operating environment position us well for a considerably better revenue outcome, as well as a return to historic profit margin levels, for 2023," Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented. Revenues Fourth Quarter Revenues were $95.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared to $116.7 million in the fourth quarter of 2021, a decrease of $20.9 million, or 18%. The decrease in our fourth quarter revenues principally resulted from fewer merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, partially offset by an increase in financing advisory fees. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, revenues were $258.5 million compared to $317.5 million in 2021, a decrease of $59.0 million, or 19%. The decrease in our 2022 revenues, as compared to 2021, principally resulted from decreases in both merger and acquisition transaction completion fees, and financing and restructuring advisory fees. Recruiting Update We are announcing today the recruitment of Chris Shilakes (most recently Managing Director at Nomura) who will join our San Francisco office as a Managing Director focused on the technology sector. In January 2023, as part of our annual evaluation and promotion process, the Firm named four new client-facing Managing Directors: John Antel (Houston - Corporate Advisory), James Bentley (New York - Corporate Advisory), David Lemelman (New York - Corporate Advisory), and Newton Sears (Chicago - Corporate Advisory). With these promotions and including all Managing Directors we have announced to date, we currently have 79 client-facing Managing Directors. In addition, a long serving member of the executive management team, Hal Rodriguez, will transition from the role of Chief Financial Officer to that of Senior Advisor commencing March 1, 2023. Our Corporate Controller, Mark Lasky, will be promoted to Chief Financial Officer effective March 1, 2023. Mr. Lasky has served as the Firm's Corporate Controller since 2012 and prior to that spent 12 years in finance roles at Goldman Sachs. Mr. Rodriguez will work closely with Mark and other senior members of the Finance team to ensure an orderly transition. Expenses Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our total operating expenses for the fourth quarter of 2022 were $62.8 million compared to $73.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in total operating expenses of $11.1 million, or 15%, principally resulted from an decrease in our compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by an increase in non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 34% for the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 37% for the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, total operating expenses were $237.9 million compared to $246.3 million in 2021. The decrease of $8.4 million, or 3%, resulted from lower compensation and benefits expenses, partially offset by slightly higher non-compensation expenses, each as described in more detail below. Our operating profit margin was 8% for 2022 as compared to 22% for 2021. The following table sets forth information relating to our operating expenses. For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 (in millions, unaudited) Employee compensation and benefits expenses $ 44.5 $ 59.1 $ 179.8 $ 190.5 % of revenues 46 % 51 % 70 % 60 % Non-compensation operating expenses 18.3 14.8 58.1 55.7 % of revenues 19 % 13 % 22 % 18 % Total operating expenses 62.8 73.9 237.9 246.3 % of revenues 66 % 63 % 92 % 78 % Total operating income 33.0 42.9 20.6 71.3 Operating profit margin 34 % 37 % 8 % 22 % Compensation and Benefits Expenses Fourth Quarter Our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $44.5 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to $59.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The decrease in expense of $14.6 million, or 25%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 46% in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to 51% in the same period in 2021. The ratios of compensation to revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 and 2021 were both adjusted lower than our targeted range to reduce our full year ratios. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our employee compensation and benefits expenses were $179.8 million, compared to $190.5 million for 2021. The decrease of $10.7 million, or 6%, was principally attributable to a lower year-end bonus accrual consistent with lower revenues. The ratio of compensation expense to revenues was 70% in 2022 compared to 60% in 2021. The ratio of compensation to revenues for 2022 as compared to 2021 was higher than our targeted range due to the spreading of lower compensation and benefits expenses over significantly lower revenues in 2022. Our compensation expense is generally based upon revenues and can fluctuate materially in any particular period depending upon changes in headcount, amount of revenues recognized, as well as other factors. Accordingly, the amount of compensation expense recognized in any particular period may not be indicative of compensation expense in a future period. Non-Compensation Operating Expenses Fourth Quarter Our non-compensation operating expenses were $18.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to $14.8 million in the same period in 2021, representing an increase of $3.5 million, or 24%. The increase principally resulted from a loss on foreign currency movements, a co-advisor professional fee paid on an advisory assignment, higher business travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our new London office. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for the fourth quarter of 2022 increased to 19% compared to 13% for the same period in 2021 as a result of spreading higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, our non-compensation operating expenses of $58.1 million compared to $55.7 million in 2021, representing an increase of $2.4 million, or 4%. The increase principally resulted from higher travel and entertainment costs and increased occupancy costs during the build out of our London office, partially offset by the benefit of foreign currency gains compared to foreign currency losses in the prior year. Non-compensation operating expenses as a percentage of revenues for 2022 increased to 22% as compared to 18% in 2021 as a result of spreading slightly higher non-compensation operating costs over lower revenues. Our non-compensation operating expenses can vary as a result of a variety of factors such as changes in headcount, the amount of recruiting and business development activity, the amount of office expansion, the amount of client reimbursed expenses, the impact of currency movements and other factors. Accordingly, the non-compensation operating expenses in any particular period may not be indicative of the non-compensation expenses in future periods. Interest Expense Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, we incurred interest expense of $5.1 million as compared to $2.9 million for the fourth quarter of 2021. The increase of $2.2 million principally related to significantly higher market borrowing rates in the fourth quarter of 2022 as compared to the same period in 2021. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, we incurred interest expense of $15.5 million as compared to $12.1 million in 2021. The increase in interest expense of $3.4 million during 2022 related to both higher market borrowing rates, offset in part by lower average borrowings outstanding as a result of debt repayments made during 2021. The rate of interest on our borrowing is based on LIBOR and can vary from period to period. Accordingly, the amount of interest expense in any particular period may not be indicative of the amount of interest expense in future periods. There can be no certainty that our borrowing rate will not increase in future periods as a result of the transition from LIBOR to SOFR or another alternative rate. Provision for Income Taxes Fourth Quarter For the fourth quarter of 2022, the provision for income taxes was $8.0 million, reflecting an effective rate of 29%, as compared to a provision for income taxes in the fourth quarter of 2021 of $11.1 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. Our effective tax rates in the fourth quarters of 2022 and 2021 were slightly higher than normal due to a greater proportion of our earnings being derived from higher tax rate jurisdictions than the U.S. Full Year For the year ended December 31, 2022, the provision for income taxes was $1.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 36%, as compared to a provision for income taxes for the year ended December 31, 2021 of $16.8 million, reflecting an effective rate of 28%. The higher effective rate for the full year 2022 was impacted by certain non-allowable deductions and was not meaningful due to our relatively nominal amount of pre-tax income. For 2021, the effective rate included charges related to the vesting of restricted stock unit awards vesting at a value less than the grant price. Excluding the impact of a charge or benefit from the impact of RSU share settlements and assuming no changes to tax law changes, we expect our effective tax rate for 2023 and forward will be in the mid twenty percent range, but it may be somewhat lower or higher depending on the amount of earnings generated from lower or higher rate foreign jurisdictions. The effective tax rate can fluctuate as a result of variations in the relative amounts of income earned and the tax rate imposed in the tax jurisdictions in which we operate. Accordingly, the effective tax rate in any particular period may not be indicative of the effective tax rate in future periods. Liquidity and Capital Resources As of December 31, 2022, we had cash and cash equivalents of $104.3 million and term loan debt with a principal balance of $271.9 million. Our net debt was $167.6 million. The remaining principal balance outstanding of $271.9 million is due at maturity on April 12, 2024 and may be repaid further in advance of maturity without penalty. During the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased in the open market 614,820 shares of our common stock at an average price of $8.78 per share, for a total cost of $5.4 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased in the open market 1,745,028 shares of our common stock at an average price of $12.70 per share, for a total cost of $22.2 million. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2022, we repurchased 407,745 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $10.06 per share, for a total cost of $4.1 million. For the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 1,219,839 restricted stock units from employees at the time of vesting to settle tax liabilities at an average price of $14.57 per share, for a total cost of $17.8 million. In aggregate during the year ended December 31, 2022, we repurchased 2,964,867 shares and share equivalents for $39.9 million at an average price of $13.47 per share. For the twelve month period through January 31, 2023, our Board of Directors authorized up to $70.0 million in purchases of shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units) of which we used $35.7 million. Over the next year through January 2024, our Board of Directors has authorized $30.0 million in purchases of common shares and share equivalents (via tax withholding on vesting of restricted stock units). Going forward, given the limited liquidity of our shares and resulting constraints on share repurchases, we intend to apply our available cash flow primarily to deleveraging, while also maintaining our dividend and continuing share repurchases to the extent necessary to offset ongoing stock-based compensation for employees. The Board of Directors of Greenhill & Co., Inc. has declared a dividend of $0.10 per share to be paid on March 22, 2023 to common stockholders of record on March 8, 2023. Investor Presentation An updated investor presentation highlighting the Firm’s results for the fourth quarter and full year 2022 and other matters relevant for investors has been posted on its website today (www.greenhill.com). Earnings Call Greenhill will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, private equity sponsors, institutional investors, family offices, and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto. Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements The preceding discussion should be read in conjunction with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the related notes that appear below. We have made statements in this discussion that are forward-looking statements. In some cases, you can identify these statements by forward-looking words such as “may”, “might”, “will”, “should”, “expect”, “plan”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “estimate”, “intend”, "likely", “predict”, “potential” or “continue”, the negative of these terms and other comparable terminology. These forward-looking statements, which are subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions about us, may include projections of our future financial performance, based on our growth strategies and anticipated trends in our business. These statements are only predictions based on our current expectations and projections about future events. There are important factors that could cause our actual results, level of activity, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results, level of activity, performance or achievements expressed or implied by the forward-looking statements. In particular, you should consider the numerous risks outlined under “Risk Factors” in our Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year 2021 as well as other public filings. We are under no duty and we do not undertake any obligation to update or review any of these forward-looking statements after the date on which they are made, whether as a result of new information, future developments or otherwise. Greenhill & Co., Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited) (In thousands, except share and per share data) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2022 2021 2022 2021 Revenues $ 95,819 $ 116,732 $ 258,454 $ 317,539 Operating expenses Employee compensation and benefits 44,524 59,073 179,801 190,546 Occupancy and equipment rental 5,357 4,612 19,153 18,237 Depreciation and amortization 684 696 2,564 2,998 Information services 2,664 2,178 9,804 9,339 Professional fees 2,990 2,345 8,961 8,676 Travel related expenses 2,050 1,276 6,260 2,799 Other operating expenses 4,559 3,693 11,341 13,687 Total operating expenses 62,828 73,873 237,884 246,282 Total operating income 32,991 42,859 20,570 71,257 Interest expense 5,087 2,875 15,469 12,146 Income before taxes 27,904 39,984 5,101 59,111 Provision for taxes 8,003 11,075 1,827 16,799 Net income $ 19,901 $ 28,909 $ 3,274 $ 42,312 Average shares outstanding: Basic 18,069,829 18,400,596 18,165,345 19,138,808 Diluted 21,005,657 23,953,706 21,892,864 24,505,712 Earnings per share: Basic $ 1.10 $ 1.57 $ 0.18 $ 2.21 Diluted $ 0.95 $ 1.21 $ 0.15 $ 1.73

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results
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2023-01-09 17:00:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (February 1, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill Conference Call to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2022 Financial Results
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2023-01-09 17:00:00NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Greenhill & Co., Inc. (NYSE: GHL), a leading independent investment bank, plans to announce its fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Greenhill will also host a related conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time that same day (February 1, 2023), accessible via telephone and the internet. Scott L. Bok, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, will review the Firm’s fourth quarter and full-year 2022 financial results and related matters. Following the review, there will be a question and answer session. Investors and analysts may participate in the live conference call by dialing (888) 317-6003 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-6061 (international); passcode: 7949124. Please register at least 10 minutes before the conference call begins. The conference call will also be accessible as an audio webcast through the Investor Relations section of Greenhill’s website at www.greenhill.com. There is no charge to access the call. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available for one month via telephone starting approximately one hour after the call ends. The replay can be accessed at (877) 344-7529 (toll-free domestic) or (412) 317-0088 (international); passcode: 9374380. Greenhill & Co., Inc. is a leading independent investment bank entirely focused on providing financial advice on significant mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, financings and capital raising to corporations, partnerships, institutions and governments globally. It acts for clients located throughout the world from its offices in New York, Chicago, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Houston, London, Madrid, Melbourne, Paris, San Francisco, Singapore, Stockholm, Sydney, Tokyo and Toronto.

Greenhill & Company: A Missed Cyclical Boom
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2022-11-28 18:02:34Greenhill is not a great long-term investment. The firm has traditionally presented a great buy opportunity over the summer months.