UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark one)
x | QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2007
OR
¨ | TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the transition period from to
Commission file number 0-14625
TECH DATA CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Florida | No. 59-1578329 | |
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) |
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
5350 Tech Data Drive, Clearwater, Florida | 33760 | |
(Address of principal executive offices) | (Zip Code) |
Registrants telephone number, including area code: (727) 539-7429
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes x No ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of accelerated filer and large accelerated filer in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer x Accelerated Filer ¨ Non-accelerated Filer ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act): Yes ¨ No x
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuers classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.
Class |
Outstanding at May 25, 2007 | |
Common stock, par value $.0015 per share |
55,002,775 |
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
Form 10-Q for the Three Months Ended April 30, 2007
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION | ||||
Item 1. | Financial Statements | |||
Consolidated Balance Sheet | 3 | |||
Consolidated Statement of Operations | 4 | |||
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows | 5 | |||
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements | 6 | |||
Item 2. | Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 15 | ||
Item 3. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk | 24 | ||
Item 4. | Controls and Procedures | 24 | ||
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION | ||||
Item 1. | Legal Proceedings | 25 | ||
Item 1A. | Risk Factors | 25 | ||
Item 2. | Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | 25 | ||
Item 3. | Defaults Upon Senior Securities | 25 | ||
Item 4. | Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders | 25 | ||
Item 5. | Other Information | 26 | ||
Item 6. | Exhibits | 26 | ||
SIGNATURES | 27 | |||
EXHIBITS | ||||
CERTIFICATIONS |
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ITEM 1. | Financial Statements |
TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
(Dollars in thousands, except share amounts)
April 30, 2007 |
January 31, 2007 |
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(Unaudited) | ||||||||
ASSETS | ||||||||
Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 453,903 | $ | 265,006 | ||||
Accounts receivable, net |
2,371,194 | 2,464,735 | ||||||
Inventories |
1,490,067 | 1,556,008 | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets |
173,796 | 122,103 | ||||||
Total current assets |
4,488,960 | 4,407,852 | ||||||
Property and equipment, net |
141,411 | 140,762 | ||||||
Goodwill |
2,966 | 2,966 | ||||||
Other assets, net |
157,056 | 152,284 | ||||||
Total assets |
$ | 4,790,393 | $ | 4,703,864 | ||||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY | ||||||||
Current liabilities: |
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Revolving credit loans |
$ | 45,147 | $ | 77,195 | ||||
Accounts payable |
2,024,972 | 2,011,203 | ||||||
Current portion of long-term debt |
1,827 | 2,376 | ||||||
Accrued expenses and other liabilities |
521,077 | 500,514 | ||||||
Total current liabilities |
2,593,023 | 2,591,288 | ||||||
Long-term debt |
363,889 | 363,604 | ||||||
Other long-term liabilities |
47,021 | 46,252 | ||||||
Total liabilities |
3,003,933 | 3,001,144 | ||||||
Commitments and contingencies (Note 12) |
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Shareholders equity: |
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Common stock, par value $.0015; 200,000,000 shares authorized; 59,239,085 shares issued at April 30, 2007 and January 31, 2007 |
89 | 89 | ||||||
Additional paid-in capital |
734,408 | 732,378 | ||||||
Treasury stock, at cost (4,247,844 shares at April 30, 2007 and 4,313,103 shares at January 31, 2007) |
(155,246 | ) | (157,628 | ) | ||||
Retained earnings |
850,229 | 841,402 | ||||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income |
356,980 | 286,479 | ||||||
Total shareholders equity |
1,786,460 | 1,702,720 | ||||||
Total liabilities and shareholders equity |
$ | 4,790,393 | $ | 4,703,864 | ||||
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.
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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(Dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
Three months ended April 30, |
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2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Net sales |
$ | 5,402,077 | $ | 4,944,126 | ||||
Cost of products sold |
5,146,829 | 4,706,987 | ||||||
Gross profit |
255,248 | 237,139 | ||||||
Operating expenses: |
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Selling, general and administrative expenses |
217,152 | 201,618 | ||||||
Loss on disposal of subsidiary (Note 8) |
8,837 | | ||||||
Restructuring charges (Note 9) |
(453 | ) | 6,479 | |||||
225,536 | 208,097 | |||||||
Operating income |
29,712 | 29,042 | ||||||
Other expense (income): |
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Interest expense |
8,050 | 9,174 | ||||||
Discount on sale of accounts receivable |
2,639 | 2,564 | ||||||
Interest income |
(2,746 | ) | (2,178 | ) | ||||
Net foreign currency exchange (gain) loss |
(1,657 | ) | 209 | |||||
6,286 | 9,769 | |||||||
Income from continuing operations before income taxes |
23,426 | 19,273 | ||||||
Provision for income taxes |
13,524 | 10,328 | ||||||
Income from continuing operations |
9,902 | 8,945 | ||||||
Discontinued operations, net of tax (Note 5) |
| 3,946 | ||||||
Net income |
$ | 9,902 | $ | 12,891 | ||||
Income per common share basic: |
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Continuing operations |
$ | 0.18 | $ | 0.16 | ||||
Discontinued operations |
| 0.07 | ||||||
Net income |
$ | 0.18 | $ | 0.23 | ||||
Income per common share diluted: |
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Continuing operations |
$ | 0.18 | $ | 0.16 | ||||
Discontinued operations |
| 0.07 | ||||||
Net income |
$ | 0.18 | $ | 0.23 | ||||
Weighted average common shares outstanding: |
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Basic |
54,961 | 55,906 | ||||||
Diluted |
55,331 | 56,265 | ||||||
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.
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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(Dollars in thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three months ended April 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
Cash flows from operating activities: |
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Cash received from customers |
$ | 5,584,646 | $ | 5,115,843 | ||||
Cash paid to suppliers and employees |
(5,346,275 | ) | (4,959,708 | ) | ||||
Interest paid, net |
(3,310 | ) | (7,281 | ) | ||||
Income taxes paid |
(4,219 | ) | (30,865 | ) | ||||
Net cash provided by operating activities |
230,842 | 117,989 | ||||||
Cash flows from investing activities: |
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Proceeds from sale of business |
| 16,500 | ||||||
Expenditures for property and equipment |
(3,604 | ) | (7,544 | ) | ||||
Software and software development costs |
(3,839 | ) | (2,981 | ) | ||||
Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities |
(7,443 | ) | 5,975 | |||||
Cash flows from financing activities: |
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Proceeds from the issuance of common stock and reissuance of treasury stock |
1,161 | 4,554 | ||||||
Cash paid for purchase of treasury stock |
| (30,093 | ) | |||||
Net repayments on revolving credit loans |
(34,518 | ) | (47,522 | ) | ||||
Principal payments on long-term debt |
(454 | ) | (481 | ) | ||||
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation |
70 | | ||||||
Net cash used in financing activities |
(33,741 | ) | (73,542 | ) | ||||
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents |
(761 | ) | 11,439 | |||||
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents |
188,897 | 61,861 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year |
265,006 | 156,665 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
$ | 453,903 | $ | 218,526 | ||||
Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Net income |
$ | 9,902 | $ | 12,891 | ||||
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Loss on disposal of subsidiary |
8,837 | | ||||||
Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of tax |
| (3,834 | ) | |||||
Depreciation and amortization |
13,219 | 13,009 | ||||||
Provision for losses on accounts receivable |
2,241 | 2,795 | ||||||
Stock-based compensation expense |
2,653 | 1,875 | ||||||
Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation |
(70 | ) | | |||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
184,995 | 174,303 | ||||||
Inventories |
117,517 | 129,826 | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other assets |
(53,344 | ) | (50,217 | ) | ||||
Accounts payable |
(51,023 | ) | (157,288 | ) | ||||
Accrued expenses and other liabilities |
(4,085 | ) | (5,371 | ) | ||||
Total adjustments |
220,940 | 105,098 | ||||||
Net cash provided by operating activities |
$ | 230,842 | $ | 117,989 | ||||
The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.
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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
NOTE 1 BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Description of Business
Tech Data Corporation (Tech Data or the Company) is a leading provider of information technology (IT) products, logistics management and other value-added services. The Company distributes microcomputer hardware and software products to value-added resellers, direct marketers, retailers and corporate resellers. The Company is managed in two geographic segments: the Americas (including the United States, Canada, Latin America and export sales to the Caribbean) and Europe, formerly referred to as EMEA (including Europe, the Middle East and export sales to Africa).
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Tech Data and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The Company operates on a fiscal year that ends on January 31.
Basis of Presentation
In accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS or Statement) No. 144, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-lived Assets, the Company has accounted for the sale of the European Training Business (the Training Business) as a discontinued operation. The results of operations of the Training Business have been reclassified and presented as discontinued operations, net of tax, through March 10, 2006, the date of sale. The cash flows of the Training Business have not been reported separately within the Companys Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows as the net cash flows of the Training Business are not material and the absence of cash flows from discontinued operations has not affected the Companys liquidity subsequent to the sale of the Training Business. The transaction is further discussed in Note 5Discontinued Operations.
Method of Accounting
The Company prepares its financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (U.S. GAAP). These principles require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In February 2007, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 159, The Fair Value Option for Financial Assets and Liabilities (SFAS No. 159). SFAS 159 permits companies to make an election to carry certain eligible financial assets and liabilities at fair value, even if fair value measurement has not historically been required for such assets and liabilities under U.S. GAAP. The provisions of SFAS No. 159 are effective for the Companys fiscal year beginning February 1, 2008. The Company is currently assessing the impact SFAS No. 159 may have on its consolidated financial statements.
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (SFAS No. 157). SFAS No. 157 defines fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. The Company is required to adopt the provisions of SFAS No. 157 in the first quarter of the fiscal year beginning February 1, 2008 and is currently in the process of evaluating what impact the adoption of SFAS No. 157 may have on the Companys consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
In June 2006, the FASB ratified the Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) consensus on Issue No. 06-03, How Taxes Collected from Customers and Remitted to Government Authorities Should Be Presented in the Income Statement (That Is, Gross versus Net Presentation) (EITF No. 06-03). The Company adopted the provisions of EITF No. 06-03 in the first quarter of fiscal 2008. The adoption of the provisions of EITF No. 06-03 did not have a material impact on the Companys consolidated financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Reclassifications
Reclassifications have been made to the prior period financial statements to conform to the April 30, 2007 financial statement presentation. These reclassifications did not change previously reported total assets, liabilities, shareholders equity or net income.
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Seasonality
The Companys quarterly operating results have fluctuated significantly in the past and will likely continue to do so in the future as a result of seasonal variations in the demand for the products and services it offers. Narrow operating margins may magnify the impact of these factors on the Companys operating results. Specific historical seasonal variations have included a reduction of demand in Europe during the Companys second quarter relative to the Companys first quarter, and an increase in European demand during the Companys fourth quarter. Given that approximately half of the Companys revenues are derived from Europe, the worldwide results closely follow the seasonality trends in Europe. The life cycle of major products, as well as the impact of acquisitions or dispositions, may also materially impact the Companys business, financial condition, or results of operations. Therefore, the results of operations for the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006 are not necessarily indicative of the results that can be expected for the entire fiscal year ending January 31, 2008.
NOTE 2 EARNINGS PER SHARE (EPS)
The Company reports a dual presentation of basic and diluted EPS. Basic EPS is computed by dividing net income by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the reported period. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that could occur assuming the exercise of equity-based incentives (as further discussed in Note 3 below) using the if-converted and treasury stock methods, where applicable. The composition of basic and diluted EPS is as follows:
2007 | 2006 | |||||||||||||||
Three months ended April 30, |
Net income |
Weighted average shares |
Per share amount |
Net income |
Weighted average shares |
Per share amount | ||||||||||
(In thousands, except per share data) | ||||||||||||||||
Net income per common share-basic |
$ | 9,902 | 54,961 | $ | 0.18 | $ | 12,891 | 55,906 | $ | 0.23 | ||||||
Effect of dilutive securities: |
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Equity-based awards |
| 370 | | 359 | ||||||||||||
Net income per common share-diluted |
$ | 9,902 | 55,331 | $ | 0.18 | $ | 12,891 | 56,265 | $ | 0.23 | ||||||
At April 30, 2007 and 2006, there were 4,901,873 and 3,148,116 shares, respectively, excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share because the exercise price was greater than the average market price of the Companys common stock during the respective periods, thereby resulting in an antidilutive effect.
In December 2006, the Company issued $350.0 million of convertible senior debentures due 2026. There is no dilutive impact from the conversion feature of the $350.0 million convertible senior debentures on earnings per share at April 30, 2007 (see further discussion in Note 10Revolving Credit Loans and Long-Term Debt).
NOTE 3 STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
The Company accounts for equity-based compensation in accordance with the provisions of SFAS No. 123 (revised 2004), Share-Based Payments (SFAS No. 123R). For the quarters ended April 30, 2007 and 2006, the Company recorded $2.7 million and $1.9 million, respectively, of stock-based compensation expense, which is included in selling, general and administrative expenses in the Consolidated Statement of Operations.
At April 30, 2007, the Company had awards outstanding from four equity-based compensation plans, only one of which is currently active and which authorizes the issuance of 9.5 million shares, including approximately 3.0 million shares available for future grant. Under the plans, the Company is authorized to award officers, employees, and non-employee members of the Board of Directors restricted stock, restricted stock units (RSUs), options to purchase common stock, maximum value stock-settled stock appreciation rights (MV Stock-settled SARs), maximum value stock options (MVOs) and performance awards that are dependent upon achievement of specified performance goals. Equity-based compensation awards have a maximum term of 10 years, unless a shorter period is specified by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors or is required under local law. Awards under the plans are priced as determined by the Compensation Committee and under the terms of the Companys active equity-based compensation plan are required to be priced at, or above, the fair market value of the Companys common stock on the date of grant. Awards generally vest between one and four years from the date of grant.
During the three months ended April 30, 2007, the Companys Board of Directors approved the issuance of 380,050 long-term incentive awards comprised of 205,000 MV Stock-settled SARs and 175,050 RSUs. During the three months ended April 30, 2007, a total of 4,750 MV Stock-settled SARS and 41,809 stock options were exercised and 6,583 shares of RSUs vested and were released. During the three months ended April 30, 2006, 139,743 stock options were exercised. The Companys policy is to utilize shares of its treasury stock, to the extent available, for the exercise of awards.
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NOTE 4 COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Comprehensive income is defined as the change in equity (net assets) of a business enterprise during a period from transactions and other events and circumstances from non-owner sources, and is comprised of net income and other comprehensive (loss) income. The Companys other comprehensive income is comprised exclusively of changes in the Companys currency translation adjustment account (CTA account), including income taxes attributable to those changes.
Comprehensive income, net of taxes, for the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006 is as follows:
Three months ended April 30, | ||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||
(In thousands) | ||||||
Comprehensive income: |
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Net income |
$ | 9,902 | $ | 12,891 | ||
Change in CTA(1) |
70,501 | 47,022 | ||||
Total |
$ | 80,403 | $ | 59,913 | ||
(1) |
There were no income tax effects for the three months ended April 30, 2007 or 2006. |
NOTE 5 DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006, in order to dedicate strategic efforts and resources to core growth opportunities, the Company made the decision to sell the European Training Business (the Training Business). In March 2006, the Company closed the sale of the Training Business to a third-party (the Purchaser) for total cash consideration of $16.5 million, resulting in an after-tax gain of $3.8 million. Net assets and other related costs included in the sale of the Training Business totaled $11.5 million, including $1.4 million of allocated goodwill. The Company provided IT services for a transitional period of approximately six months, but had no other significant continuing involvement in the operations of the Training Business subsequent to the closing of the sale. In addition, the Company has realized no continuing cash flows from the Training Business subsequent to the closing of the sale.
In accordance with SFAS No. 144, the sale of the Training Business qualifies as a discontinued operation. Accordingly, the results of operations and the gain on sale of the Training Business have been included in discontinued operations, net of tax, within the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the quarter ended April 30, 2006.
The following table reflects the results of the Training Business reported as discontinued operations for the three months ended April 30, 2006:
(In thousands) | |||
Net sales |
$ | 5,634 | |
Cost of products sold |
1,259 | ||
Gross profit |
4,375 | ||
Selling, general and administrative expenses |
4,056 | ||
Operating income from discontinued operations |
319 | ||
Provision for income taxes |
207 | ||
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax |
112 | ||
Gain on sale of discontinued operations, net of tax |
3,834 | ||
Discontinued operations, net of tax |
$ | 3,946 | |
No amounts related to interest expense or interest income have been allocated to discontinued operations.
NOTE 6 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE, NET
Accounts receivable, net is comprised of the following:
April 30, 2007 |
January 31, 2007 |
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(In thousands) | ||||||||
Accounts receivable |
$ | 2,439,994 | $ | 2,533,702 | ||||
Allowance for doubtful accounts |
(68,800 | ) | (68,967 | ) | ||||
Total |
$ | 2,371,194 | $ | 2,464,735 | ||||
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Trade Receivables Purchase Facility Agreements
The Company has revolving trade receivables purchase facility agreements (the Receivables Facilities) with third-party financial institutions to sell accounts receivable on a non-recourse, uncommitted, basis. The Company uses the Receivables Facilities as a source of working capital funding. The Receivables Facilities limit the amount of purchased accounts receivable the financial institutions may hold to $364.0 million at April 30, 2007, based on currency exchange rates at that date. Under the Receivables Facilities, the Company may sell certain accounts receivable (the Receivables) in exchange for cash less a discount based on LIBOR plus a margin. Such transactions have been accounted for as a true sale in accordance with SFAS No. 140, Accounting for Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishment of Liabilities. The Receivables Facilities, which have various expiration dates, require that the Company continue to service, administer and collect the sold accounts receivable.
During the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006, the Company received gross proceeds of $313.0 million and $261.8 million, respectively, from the sale of the Receivables and recognized related discounts totaling $2.6 million for both of the respective periods. The proceeds, net of the discount incurred, are reflected in the Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows in operating activities within cash received from customers and the change in accounts receivable.
On May 23, 2007, the Company executed an amendment to one of the Receivables Facilities. The amendment to the Receivables Facility agreement includes the addition of a third-party financial institution, a $50.0 million increase in the amount of receivables that the Company may sell and a provision stating that any party may terminate their participation in the agreement with a 60 day notice.
NOTE 7 SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION
Short-term investments which have an original maturity of 90 days or less are considered cash equivalents in the statement of cash flows.
There were no income tax benefits recorded within additional paid-in capital for the three months ended April 30, 2007. The Company recorded income tax benefits within additional paid-in capital of $0.4 million for the three months ended April 30, 2006 related to the exercise of employee equity-based awards.
NOTE 8 LOSS ON DISPOSAL OF SUBSIDIARY
In late March 2007, the Company made the decision to close its operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The closure of the UAE is expected to be substantially completed by the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2008. During the quarter ended April 30, 2007, the Company recorded a loss on disposal of this subsidiary of $8.8 million, which includes an $8.4 million impairment on the Companys investment in the UAE due to a foreign currency exchange loss (previously recorded in shareholders equity as accumulated other comprehensive income) and $0.4 million for severance costs and fixed asset write-offs. These costs are reflected in the Consolidated Statement of Operations as loss on disposal of subsidiary, which is a component of operating income. In addition, the UAE incurred operating losses of approximately $5.0 million during the quarter ended April 30, 2007, comprised primarily of provisions on accounts receivable and inventory write-downs. The Company expects to incur additional operating losses and other cash charges of approximately $2.0 million to $3.0 million related to the closure of the UAE.
NOTE 9 RESTRUCTURING PROGRAM
In May 2005, the Company announced a formal restructuring program to better align the European operating cost structure with the current business environment. The initiatives related to the restructuring program were completed during the third quarter of fiscal 2007. In connection with this restructuring program, the Company recorded charges for workforce reductions and the optimization of facilities and systems. The restructuring charges were incurred pursuant to formal plans developed by management and are accounted for in accordance with the guidance set forth in SFAS No. 146, Accounting for Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities. The costs related to this restructuring program are reflected in the Consolidated Statement of Operations as restructuring charges, which is a component of operating income. The accrued restructuring charges are included in accrued expenses and other liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheet.
Summarized below is the activity related to accruals for the restructuring program recorded during the three months ended April 30, 2007:
Employee termination benefits |
Facility costs |
Total | ||||||||||
(In thousands) | ||||||||||||
Balance as of January 31, 2007 |
$ | 4,022 | $ | 7,195 | $ | 11,217 | ||||||
Change in estimate |
| (453 | ) | (453 | ) | |||||||
Cash payments |
(1,314 | ) | (126 | ) | (1,440 | ) | ||||||
Other(1) |
193 | 317 | 510 | |||||||||
Balance as of April 30, 2007 |
$ | 2,901 | $ | 6,933 | $ | 9,834 | ||||||
(1) |
Other primarily relates to the effect of fluctuations in foreign currencies. |
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NOTE 10 REVOLVING CREDIT LOANS AND LONG-TERM DEBT
Revolving Credit Loans
April 30, 2007 |
January 31, 2007 | |||||
(In thousands) | ||||||
Receivables Securitization Program, interest rate of 5.62% at April 30, 2007, expiring August 2007 |
$ | | $ | | ||
Multi-currency Revolving Credit Facility, interest rate of 5.95% at April 30, 2007, expiring March 2012 |
| | ||||
Other uncommitted revolving credit facilities, average interest rate of 5.20% at April 30, 2007, expiring on various dates throughout fiscal 2008 |
45,147 | 77,195 | ||||
$ | 45,147 | $ | 77,195 | |||
The Company has an agreement (the Receivables Securitization Program) with a syndicate of banks that allows the Company to transfer an undivided interest in a designated pool of U.S. accounts receivable, on an ongoing basis, to provide security or collateral for borrowings up to a maximum of $400.0 million. Under this program, which expires in August 2007, the Company legally isolated certain U.S. trade receivables into a wholly-owned bankruptcy remote special purpose entity. Such receivables, which are recorded in the Consolidated Balance Sheet, totaled $533.3 million and $473.9 million at April 30, 2007 and January 31, 2007, respectively. As collections reduce accounts receivable balances included in the pool, the Company may transfer interests in new receivables to bring the amount available to be borrowed up to the maximum. The Company pays interest on advances under the Receivables Securitization Program at designated commercial paper rates plus an agreed-upon margin. The Company plans to renew this program in August 2007.
Under the terms of the Companys Multi-currency Revolving Credit Facility with a syndicate of banks, the Company is able to borrow funds in major foreign currencies up to a maximum of $250.0 million. Under this facility, which expires in March 2012, the Company has provided either a pledge of stock or a guarantee of certain of its significant subsidiaries. The Company pays interest on advances under this facility at the applicable LIBOR rate plus a margin based on the Companys credit ratings. The Company can fix the interest rate for periods of seven to 180 days under various interest rate options.
In addition to the facilities described above, the Company has lines of credit and overdraft facilities totaling approximately $679.0 million at April 30, 2007 to support its worldwide operations. Most of these facilities are provided on an uncommitted, unsecured, short-term basis and are reviewed periodically for renewal.
The total capacity of the aforementioned credit facilities was approximately $1.3 billion, of which $45.1 million was outstanding at April 30, 2007. The Companys credit agreements contain limitations on the amounts of annual dividends and repurchases of common stock. Additionally, the credit agreements require compliance with certain warranties and covenants. The financial ratio covenants contained within the credit agreements include a debt to capitalization ratio, an interest to EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, deprecation and amortization) ratio and a tangible net worth requirement. At April 30, 2007, the Company was in compliance with all such covenants. The ability to draw funds under these credit facilities is dependent upon sufficient collateral (in the case of the Receivables Securitization Program) and meeting the aforementioned financial covenants, which may limit the Companys ability to draw the full amount of these facilities. As of April 30, 2007, the maximum amount that could be borrowed under these facilities, in consideration of the availability of collateral and the financial covenants, was approximately $668.6 million.
At April 30, 2007, the Company had issued standby letters of credit of $29.8 million. These letters of credit typically act as a guarantee of payment to certain third parties in accordance with specified terms and conditions. The issuance of these letters of credit reduces the Companys available capacity under the above mentioned facilities by the same amount.
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Long-Term Debt
April 30, 2007 |
January 31, 2007 |
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(In thousands) | ||||||||
Convertible senior debentures, interest at 2.75% payable semi-annually, due December 2026 |
$ | 350,000 | $ | 350,000 | ||||
Capital leases |
15,716 | 15,980 | ||||||
365,716 | 365,980 | |||||||
Lesscurrent maturities |
(1,827 | ) | (2,376 | ) | ||||
$ | 363,889 | $ | 363,604 | |||||
In December 2006, the Company issued $350.0 million of convertible senior debentures due 2026. The debentures bear interest at 2.75% per year. The Company will pay interest on the debentures on June 15 and December 15 of each year, beginning on June 15, 2007. In addition, beginning with the period commencing on December 20, 2011 and ending on June 15, 2012 and for each six-month period thereafter, the Company will pay contingent interest on the interest payment date for the applicable interest period, if the market price of the debentures exceeds specified levels. The convertible senior debentures are convertible into the Companys common stock and cash anytime after June 15, 2026, or i) if the market price of the common stock, as defined, exceeds 135% of the conversion price per share of common stock, or ii) if the Company calls the debentures for redemption, or iii) upon the occurrence of certain defined corporate transactions. Holders have the right to convert the debentures into cash and shares at a conversion rate equal to 18.4310 shares per $1,000 principal amount of debentures, equivalent to a conversion price of approximately $54.26 per share. Additionally, the debentures are senior, unsecured obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of the Companys other unsecured and unsubordinated indebtedness. The debentures are effectively subordinated to all of the Companys existing and future secured debt and are structurally subordinated to the indebtedness and other liabilities of its subsidiaries. The proceeds from the offering were used to pay off short-term debt and for other general corporate purposes.
NOTE 11 INCOME TAXES
The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes. The Companys effective tax rate for continuing operations was 57.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 and 53.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The increase in the effective tax rate during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 is primarily the result of estimated annual losses in tax jurisdictions where the Company is not able to record a tax benefit.
The effective tax rate differed from the U.S. federal statutory rate of 35% during these periods for the reason discussed above, partially offset by tax rate benefits of certain earnings from operations in lower-tax jurisdictions throughout the world for which no U.S. taxes have been provided because such earnings are planned to be reinvested indefinitely outside the U.S.
The overall effective tax rate is dependent upon the geographic distribution of the Companys worldwide earnings or losses and changes in tax laws or interpretations of these laws in these operating jurisdictions. The Company monitors the assumptions used in estimating the annual effective tax rate and adjusts these estimates accordingly. If actual results differ from these estimates, future income tax expense could be materially affected.
Effective February 1, 2007, the Company adopted the provisions of FASB Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes an interpretation of SFAS No. 109 (FIN No. 48). FIN No. 48 clarifies the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in an enterprises financial statements in accordance with SFAS No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes, and prescribes a recognition threshold and measurement attribute for the financial statement recognition and measurement of a tax position taken or expected to be taken in a tax return. FIN No. 48 also provides guidance on derecognition, classification, interest and penalties, accounting in interim periods, disclosure and transition. The adoption of FIN No. 48 resulted in the reduction of the Companys consolidated beginning retained earnings of $1.1 million. As of the adoption date, the Company had gross unrecognized tax benefits of $12.1 million (including $1.6 million of accrued interest and penalties), $7.9 million of which, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. Consistent with prior periods, the Company recognizes interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in the provision for income taxes. Uncertain tax benefits totaling $3.6 million primarily related to the foreign taxation of intercompany transactions have a reasonable possibility of significantly decreasing within the 12 months following April 30, 2007, due to statute expirations.
The Company conducts business globally and, as a result, one or more of its subsidiaries files income tax returns in the U.S. federal, various state, local and foreign tax jurisdictions. In the normal course of business, the Company is subject to examination by taxing authorities, and with few exceptions income tax returns for 2002 and forward are currently under taxing authority examination or remain subject to audit.
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NOTE 12 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Synthetic Lease Facility
The Company has a synthetic lease facility with a group of financial institutions (the Synthetic Lease) under which the Company leases certain logistics centers and office facilities from a third-party lessor. The Synthetic Lease expires in fiscal year 2009, at which time the Company has the following options: renew the lease for an additional five years, purchase the properties at an amount equal to their cost, or remarket the properties. If the Company elects to remarket the properties, it has guaranteed the lessor a percentage of the cost of each of the properties, in an aggregate amount of approximately $118.4 million (the residual value). At any time during the lease term, the Company may, at its option, purchase up to four of the seven properties, at an amount equal to each propertys cost. The Company pays interest on the Synthetic Lease at LIBOR plus an agreed-upon margin. The Synthetic Lease contains covenants that must be complied with, similar to the covenants described in certain of the credit facilities discussed in Note 10Revolving Credit Loans and Long-Term Debt. The amount funded under the Synthetic Lease (approximately $133.2 million at April 30, 2007) is treated as debt under the definition of the covenants required under both the Synthetic Lease and the credit facilities. As of April 30, 2007, the Company was in compliance with all such covenants.
The sum of future minimum lease payments under the Synthetic Lease at April 30, 2007 was approximately $10.0 million. Properties leased under the Synthetic Lease are located in Clearwater and Miami, Florida; Fort Worth, Texas; Fontana, California; Suwanee, Georgia; Swedesboro, New Jersey; and South Bend, Indiana.
The Synthetic Lease is accounted for as an operating lease. FASB Interpretation (FIN) No. 46 Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities requires the Company to evaluate whether an entity with which it is involved meets the criteria of a variable interest entity (VIE) and, if so, whether the Company is required to consolidate that entity. The Company has determined that the third-party lessor of its synthetic lease facility does not meet the criteria of a VIE and, therefore, is not subject to the consolidation provisions of FIN No. 46.
Contingencies
Prior to fiscal 2004, one of the Companys European subsidiaries was audited in relation to various value-added tax (VAT) matters. As a result of those audits, the subsidiary received notices of assessment that allege the subsidiary did not properly collect and remit VAT. It is managements opinion, based upon the opinion of outside legal counsel, that the Company has valid defenses related to a substantial portion of these assessments. Although the Company is vigorously pursuing administrative and judicial action to challenge the assessments, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome. The resolution of such assessments could be material to the Companys operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period.
The Company is subject to various other legal proceedings and claims arising in the ordinary course of business. The Companys management does not expect that the outcome in any of these other legal proceedings, individually or collectively, will have a material adverse effect on the Companys financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.
Guarantees
As is customary in the IT industry, to encourage certain customers to purchase products from Tech Data, the Company has arrangements with certain finance companies that provide inventory financing facilities to the Companys customers. In conjunction with certain of these arrangements, the Company would be required to purchase certain inventory in the event the inventory is repossessed from the customers by the finance companies. As the Company does not have access to information regarding the amount of inventory purchased from the Company still on hand with the customer at any point in time, the Companys repurchase obligations relating to inventory cannot be reasonably estimated. Repurchases of inventory by the Company under these arrangements have been insignificant to date. The Company believes that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to these inventory repurchase obligations is remote.
The Company provides additional financial guarantees to finance companies on behalf of certain customers. The majority of these guarantees are for an indefinite period of time, where the Company would be required to perform if the customer is in default with the finance company. The Company reviews the underlying credit for these guarantees on at least an annual basis. As of April 30, 2007 and January 31, 2007, the aggregate amount of guarantees under these arrangements totaled $10.4 million and $11.5 million, respectively, of which $6.6 million and $7.0 million, respectively, was outstanding. The Company believes that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to the above guarantees is remote.
Additionally, in connection with the sale of the Training Business discussed in Note 5Discontinued Operations, the Company continues to negotiate the assignment of several of the related facility lease obligations with the lessors of such properties. To the extent the lessors are unwilling to agree to a direct lease arrangement with the purchaser, the Company will remain liable in the event of default by the purchaser of the Training Business. The majority of these lease obligations expire at various dates over the next three years and would require the Company to make all required payments under the lease agreements in the event of default by the purchaser. The maximum potential amount of future payments (undiscounted) that the Company could be required to make under the guarantees is approximately $7.8 million as of April 30, 2007. The Company believes that the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to these guarantees is remote.
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The Company also provides residual value guarantees related to the Synthetic Lease which have been recorded at the estimated fair value of the residual guarantees.
NOTE 13 SEGMENT INFORMATION
Tech Data operates predominately in a single industry segment as a distributor of IT products, logistics management, and other value-added services. While the Company operates primarily in one industry, because of its global presence, the Company is managed by its geographic segments. The Companys geographic segments include the Americas (including the United States, Canada, Latin America, and export sales to the Caribbean) and Europe (including Europe, Middle East, and export sales to Africa). The Company assesses performance of and makes decisions on how to allocate resources to its operating segments based on multiple factors including current and projected operating income and market opportunities. The Company does not consider stock-based compensation expense recognized under SFAS No. 123R in assessing the performance of its operating segments, and therefore the Company is reporting stock-based compensation expense as a separate amount. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in Note 1Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.
Financial information by geographic segment is as follows:
Three months ended April 30, | ||||||||
2007 | 2006 | |||||||
(In thousands) | ||||||||
Net sales to unaffiliated customers |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 2,496,130 | $ | 2,353,662 | ||||
Europe |
2,905,947 | 2,590,464 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 5,402,077 | $ | 4,944,126 | ||||
Operating income (loss)(1) |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 38,502 | $ | 37,357 | ||||
Europe |
(6,137 | ) | (6,440 | ) | ||||
Stock-based compensation expense recognized under SFAS No. 123R |
(2,653 | ) | (1,875 | ) | ||||
Total |
$ | 29,712 | $ | 29,042 | ||||
Depreciation and amortization |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 4,290 | $ | 4,318 | ||||
Europe |
8,929 | 8,545 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 13,219 | $ | 12,863 | ||||
Capital expenditures |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 3,880 | $ | 2,991 | ||||
Europe |
3,563 | 7,534 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 7,443 | $ | 10,525 | ||||
Identifiable assets |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 1,795,938 | $ | 1,447,679 | ||||
Europe |
2,994,455 | 2,840,900 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 4,790,393 | $ | 4,288,579 | ||||
Goodwill |
||||||||
Americas |
$ | 2,966 | $ | 2,966 | ||||
Europe |
| 134,487 | ||||||
Total |
$ | 2,966 | $ | 137,453 | ||||
(1) |
For the quarter ended April 30, 2007, the amounts shown above include $8.8 million of costs related to the exit of the Companys UAE operations included in Loss on Disposal of Subsidiary (see Note 8) and $5.0 million of other operating losses incurred within the UAE during the quarter, primarily related to inventory and accounts receivable write-offs. For the quarter ended April 30, 2006, the amounts shown above include $ 6.5 million of restructuring costs related to the European restructuring program and $4.1 million of external consulting costs associated with the restructuring program. The European restructuring program was completed in October 2006 (see also Note 9 Restructuring Program). |
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NOTE 14 SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
On May 1, 2007, Companys Board of Directors approved the exit from our logistics center in Germany (the Moers logistics center). The decision to exit this logistics center was made to enable the Company to capitalize on the long-term synergies of having one logistics center serving Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic and to reduce the Companys expenses. In connection with the Moers logistics center exit, Tech Data is expanding its logistics center located in Bor, Czech Republic and entering into a sale-leaseback transaction with regard to the Companys French logistics center. The Company expects the net result of these transactions to be a reduction in our operating expenses and interest expense.
The Company expects to incur severance and facilities-related cash charges associated with the exit of the Moers logistics center. The facilities-related charges are estimated to be in the range of $8.7 million to $10.5 million to be recognized primarily during our second quarter of fiscal 2008. Severance charges, based on the minimum legal requirements in Germany, are estimated to be $3.8 million, although negotiations with the German workers council related to the exit are ongoing. Although the Company believes its estimates are appropriate and reasonable based upon available information, actual results could differ from these estimates.
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ITEM 2. | Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations |
Forward-Looking Statements
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including this Managements Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A), contains forward-looking statements, as described in the safe harbor provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from those projected. These forward-looking statements regarding future events and the future results of Tech Data Corporation are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections about the industries in which we operate and the beliefs and assumptions of our management. Words such as expects, anticipates, targets, goals, projects, intends, plans, believes, seeks, estimates, variations of such words, and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to projections of our future financial performance, our anticipated growth and trends in our businesses, and other characterizations of future events or circumstances, are forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Therefore, actual results may differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Readers are referred to the cautionary statements and important factors discussed in Item 1A. Risk Factors in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2007 for further information. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include the following:
| competition |
| narrow profit margins |
| dependence on information systems |
| acquisitions |
| exposure to natural disasters, war and terrorism |
| dependence on independent shipping companies |
| labor strikes |
| risk of declines in inventory value |
| product availability |
| vendor terms and conditions |
| loss of significant customers |
| customer credit exposure |
| need for liquidity and capital resources; fluctuations in interest rates |
| foreign currency exchange rates; exposure to foreign markets |
| changes in income tax and other regulatory legislation |
| changes in accounting rules |
| volatility of common stock price |
Overview
Tech Data is a leading distributor of information technology (IT) products, logistics management and other value-added services. We distribute microcomputer hardware and software products to value-added resellers, corporate resellers, direct marketers and retailers. Our offering of value-added customer services includes training and technical support, external financing options, configuration services, outbound telemarketing, marketing services and a suite of electronic commerce solutions. We manage our business in two geographic segments: the Americas (including the United States, Canada, Latin America and export sales to the Caribbean) and Europe, formerly referred to as EMEA (including Europe, the Middle East and export sales to Africa).
The IT distribution industry in which we operate is characterized by narrow gross profit as a percentage of sales (gross margin) and narrow income from operations as a percentage of sales (operating margin). Historically, our gross and operating margins have been impacted by intense price competition, as well as changes in terms and conditions with our suppliers, including those terms related to rebates and other incentives and price protection. We expect these competitive pricing pressures to continue in the foreseeable future, and therefore, we will continue to evaluate our pricing policies and terms and conditions offered to our customers in response to changes in our vendors terms and conditions and the general market environment. We will continue to focus on not only disciplined pricing and purchasing practices, but also on realigning our customer and vendor portfolio to support a sustainable higher margin business that will help drive long-term
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profitability throughout all of our operations. As we continue to evaluate our existing pricing policies and make future changes, if any, within our customer or vendor portfolio, we may experience moderated sales growth or sales declines. In addition, increased competition and changes in general economic conditions within the markets in which we conduct business may hinder our ability to maintain and/or improve gross margin from its current level.
From a balance sheet perspective, we require working capital primarily to finance accounts receivable and inventory. We have historically relied upon debt, trade credit from our vendors, and accounts receivable financing programs for our working capital needs. We believe our balance sheet at April 30, 2007 was one of the strongest in the industry, with a debt to capital ratio (calculated as total debt divided by the aggregate of total debt and total shareholders equity) of 19%.
We continue to be satisfied with our performance over the last several years within the Americas. However, our profitability within Europe has been well below our expectations. We believe it will take longer than originally anticipated to reach an acceptable level of profitability in Europe. The major initiatives surrounding our European restructuring program were completed in the third quarter of fiscal 2007, and the savings realized from our restructuring initiatives have partially offset the pressure on our gross margins experienced during fiscal 2007 and the first quarter of fiscal 2008. During the second semester of fiscal 2007 and first quarter of fiscal 2008 we have seen our European operations begin to stabilize with improving revenue growth and stable operating expenses. While we still have opportunities and expectations for additional improvement, we believe that our current performance within several countries is a positive indicator of the Companys ability to improve our operating performance in Europe. During the first quarter of fiscal 2008 and through May 2007 we announced several initiatives designed to further enhance our long-term profitability and return on invested capital in the region, including the following:
| We are in the process of closing our operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which is expected to be substantially completed by the end of the second quarter of fiscal 2008. During the quarter ended April 30, 2007, our results included a loss on disposal of this subsidiary of approximately $8.8 million, representing an $8.4 million foreign currency exchange loss on our investment in the subsidiary (previously recorded in shareholders equity as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income) and $0.4 million for severance costs and fixed asset write-offs. In addition, the UAE incurred other operating losses of approximately $5.0 million during the quarter, comprised primarily of provisions on accounts receivable and inventory write-downs. This subsidiary earned a relatively immaterial amount of operating income during the first quarter of fiscal 2007; but incurred operating losses for the entire year that were not material to our fiscal 2007 results as a whole. During the second quarter of fiscal 2008, we expect to incur additional operating losses and other cash charges of approximately $2.0 million to $3.0 million related to the closure of this subsidiary. |
In addition, we are in the process of negotiating the sale of our operations in Israel, which would eliminate all of our in country operations in the Middle East. The balance sheet and results of our Israeli operations are not material to our consolidated balance sheet or results of operations.
| We have announced the exit from our logistics center in Germany (the Moers logistics center) to enable the Company to capitalize on the long-term synergies of having one logistics center serving Germany, Austria and the Czech Republic and to reduce the Companys expenses. In connection with the Moers logistics center exit, we are expanding our logistics center located in Bor, Czech Republic and entering into a sale-leaseback transaction on our French logistics center. The Company expects the net result of these transactions to be a reduction in our operating expenses and interest expense. We expect to incur $3.8 million of severance charges and $8.7 million to $10.5 million of facilities-related charges associated with the exit of the Moers logistics center, primarily during the second quarter of fiscal 2008. Our estimate of severance charges is based on the minimum legal requirements in Germany, although negotiations with the German workers council related to the exit are ongoing. Although the Company believes its estimates are appropriate and reasonable based upon available information, actual results could differ from these estimates. |
| We have executed a joint venture agreement with Brightstar Corporation, one of the worlds largest wireless distributor and supply chain solutions provider. The joint venture will distribute mobile phones and other wireless devices to a variety of customers including mobile operators, dealers, agents, retailers and e-tailers throughout the European market. Each of the joint venture partners will have a 50% ownership in the entity. We anticipate commencement of operations in the second quarter of fiscal 2008. |
We continue to remain cautious in our outlook. We have seen stronger recent performance in Europe and we believe the initiatives outlined above will provide further improvements to our financial results in the region. However, the competitive environment and changes in general economic conditions within the markets in which we conduct business may hinder our ability to improve our operating margins.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The information included within MD&A is based upon our consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosures. On an on-going basis, we evaluate these estimates, including those related to bad debts, inventory, vendor incentives, goodwill, intangible assets and other long-lived assets, deferred taxes, and contingencies. Our estimates and judgments are based on currently available information, historical results, and other assumptions we believe are reasonable. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. We believe the following critical accounting policies affect the more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements.
Accounts Receivable
We maintain allowances for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make required payments. In estimating the required allowance, we take into consideration the overall quality and aging of the receivable portfolio, the existence of credit insurance and specifically identified customer risks. Also influencing our estimates are the following: (1) the large number of customers and their dispersion across wide geographic areas; (2) the fact that no single customer accounts for more than 5% of our net sales; (3) the value and adequacy of collateral received from customers, if any and, 4) our historical loss experience. If actual customer performance were to deteriorate to an extent not expected by us, additional allowances may be required which could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial results. Conversely, if actual customer performance were to improve to an extent not expected by us a reduction in allowances may be required which could have a favorable effect on our consolidated financial results.
Inventory
We value our inventory at the lower of its cost or market value, with cost being determined on the first-in, first-out method. We write down our inventory for estimated obsolescence equal to the difference between the cost of inventory and the estimated market value based upon an aging analysis of the inventory on hand, specifically known inventory-related risks (such as technological obsolescence and the nature of vendor terms surrounding price protection and product returns), foreign currency fluctuations for foreign-sourced product, and assumptions about future demand. Market conditions or changes in terms and conditions by our vendors that are less favorable than those projected by management may require additional inventory write-downs, which could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial results.
Vendor Incentives
We receive incentives from vendors related to cooperative advertising allowances, infrastructure funding, volume rebates and other incentive agreements. These incentives are generally under quarterly, semi-annual or annual agreements with the vendors; however, some of these incentives are negotiated on an ad-hoc basis to support specific programs mutually developed with the vendor. Unrestricted volume rebates and early payment discounts received from vendors are recorded as a reduction of inventory upon receipt of funds and as a reduction of cost of products sold as the related inventory is sold. Incentives received from vendors for specifically identified cooperative advertising programs and infrastructure funding are recorded as adjustments to selling, general and administrative expenses, and any reimbursement in excess of the related cost is recorded in the same manner as unrestricted volume rebates, as discussed above.
We also provide reserves for receivables on vendor programs for estimated losses resulting from vendors inability to pay or rejections of claims by vendors. Should amounts recorded as outstanding receivables from vendors be uncollectible, additional allowances may be required which could have an adverse effect on our consolidated financial results.
Goodwill, Intangible Assets and Other Long-Lived Assets
The carrying value of goodwill is reviewed at least annually for impairment and may also be reviewed more frequently if current events and circumstances indicate a possible impairment. An impairment loss is charged to expense in the period identified. We also examine the carrying value of our intangible assets with finite lives, which includes capitalized software and development costs, purchased intangibles, and other long-lived assets as current events and circumstances warrant determining whether there are any impairment losses. If indicators of impairment are present and future cash flows are not expected to be sufficient to recover the assets carrying amount, an impairment loss is charged to expense in the period identified. Factors that may cause a goodwill, intangible asset or other long-lived asset impairment include negative industry or economic trends and significant underperformance relative to historical or projected future operating results. Our valuation methodologies include, but are not limited to, estimating the net present value of the projected cash flows of our reporting units. If actual results are substantially lower than our projections underlying these assumptions, or if market discount rates substantially increase, our future valuations could be adversely affected, potentially resulting in future impairment charges.
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Income Taxes
We record valuation allowances to reduce our deferred tax assets to the amount expected to be realized. In assessing the adequacy of a recorded valuation allowance, we consider all positive and negative evidence and a variety of factors including; the scheduled reversal of deferred tax liabilities, historical and projected future taxable income, and prudent and feasible tax planning strategies. If we determine we would be able to use a deferred tax asset in the future in excess of its net carrying value, an adjustment to the deferred tax asset valuation allowance would be made to reduce income tax expense, thereby increasing net income in the period such determination was made. Should we determine that we are unable to realize all or part of our net deferred tax assets in the future, an adjustment to the deferred tax asset valuation allowance would be made to income tax expense, thereby reducing net income in the period such determination was made.
Contingencies
We accrue for contingent obligations, including estimated legal costs, when the obligation is probable and the amount is reasonably estimable. As facts concerning contingencies become known, we reassess our position and make appropriate adjustments to the financial statements. Estimates that are particularly sensitive to future changes include those related to tax, legal, and other regulatory matters such as imports and exports, the imposition of international governmental controls, changes in the interpretation and enforcement of international laws (in particular related to items such as duty and taxation), and the impact of local economic conditions and practices, which are all subject to change as events evolve and as additional information becomes available during the administrative and litigation process.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 1 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for the discussion on recent accounting pronouncements.
Results of Operations
We do not consider stock-based compensation expense recognized under SFAS No. 123R in assessing the performance of our operating segments, therefore the Company is reporting this as a separate amount. The following table summarizes our net sales, change in net sales and operating income by geographic region for the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006:
Three months ended April 30, 2007 |
Three months ended April 30, 2006 | |||||||||
$ | % of net sales | $ | % of net sales | |||||||
Net sales by geographic region ($ in thousands): |
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Americas |
$ | 2,496,130 | 46.2% | $ | 2,353,662 | 47.6% | ||||
Europe |
2,905,947 | 53.8% | 2,590,464 | 52.4% | ||||||
Worldwide |
$ | 5,402,077 | 100.0% | $ | 4,944,126 | 100.0% | ||||
Three months ended April 30, |
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2007 | 2006 | |||||||||
Year-over-year increase (decrease) in net sales (%): |
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Americas |
6.1% | 4.0 % | ||||||||
Europe (US$) |
12.2% | (7.5)% | ||||||||
Europe (euro) |
2.1% | (0.1)% | ||||||||
Worldwide |
9.3% | (2.4)% | ||||||||
Three months ended April 30, 2007 |
Three months ended April 30, 2006 | |||||||||
$ | % of net sales | $ | % of net sales | |||||||
Operating income (loss) ($ in thousands): |
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Americas |
$ | 38,502 | 1.54 % | $ | 37,357 | 1.59 % | ||||
Europe |
(6,137) | (.21)% | (6,440) | (.25)% | ||||||
Stock-based compensation expense recognized under SFAS No. 123R |
(2,653) | (.05)% | (1,875) | (.04)% | ||||||
Worldwide |
$ | 29,712 | 0.55 % | $ | 29,042 | 0.59 % | ||||
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We sell many products purchased from the worlds leading peripheral, system and networking manufacturers and software publishers. Products purchased from Hewlett Packard approximated 29% of our net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2008 and 28% of our net sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2007.
The following table sets forth our Consolidated Statement of Operations as a percentage of net sales for the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006, as follows:
Three months ended April 30, |
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2007 | 2006 | |||||
Net sales |
100.00 | % | 100.00 | % | ||
Cost of products sold |
95.28 | 95.20 | ||||
Gross profit |
4.72 | 4.80 | ||||
Operating expenses: |
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Selling, general and administrative expenses |
4.02 | 4.08 | ||||
Loss on disposal of subsidiary |
0.15 | | ||||
Restructuring charges |
| .13 | ||||
4.17 | 4.21 | |||||
Operating income |
.55 | .59 | ||||
Other expense (income): |
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Interest expense |
.15 | .19 | ||||
Discount on sale of accounts receivable |
.05 | .05 | ||||
Interest income |
(.05 | ) | (.04 | ) | ||
Net foreign currency exchange (gain) loss |
(.03 | ) | | |||
.12 | .20 | |||||
Income from continuing operations before income taxes |
.43 | .39 | ||||
Provision for income taxes |
.25 | .21 | ||||
Income from continuing operations |
.18 | .18 | ||||
Discontinued operations, net of tax |
| .08 | ||||
Net income |
.18 | % | .26 | % | ||
Three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006
Net Sales
Our consolidated net sales were a record $5.4 billion in the first quarter of fiscal 2008, an increase of 9.3% when compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2007. On a regional basis, during the first quarter of fiscal 2008, net sales in the Americas increased by 6.1% over the first quarter of fiscal 2007 and increased by 12.2% in Europe (increase of 2.1% on a euro basis). Our sales performance in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 in both the Americas and Europe, on a euro basis, is primarily the result of improved IT demand, and improved stability in our European operations compared to the same period of the prior year, somewhat offset by declining average selling prices of many of the products we sell and the effects of remixing our European customer portfolio in favor of customer relationships providing higher profitability and returns on invested capital.
Gross Profit
Gross profit as a percentage of net sales (gross margin) decreased to 4.72% during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 from 4.80% in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The decrease in gross margin during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 can be primarily attributed to higher inventory costs, including those related to the closure of our United Arab Emirates (UAE) operations (see further discussion below). Our gross margin, including inventory costs, may be negatively affected by changes in our vendors terms and conditions and the general market environment. We continuously evaluate our pricing policies and terms and conditions offered to our customers in response to these factors. As we continue to evaluate our existing pricing policies and make future changes, if any, we may experience moderated or negative sales growth. In addition, competition and changes in vendor terms and conditions and general economic conditions within the markets in which we conduct business may hinder our ability to maintain and/or improve gross margin from its current level.
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses (SG&A)
SG&A as a percentage of net sales decreased to 4.02% in the first quarter of fiscal 2008, compared to 4.08% in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The decrease in SG&A as a percentage of sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2008 is primarily the result of improvements in productivity, particularly in Europe, where we are realizing the benefits associated with our European restructuring program completed in the third quarter of fiscal 2007.
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In absolute dollars, worldwide SG&A increased by $15.5 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The year-over-year increase in SG&A is primarily attributable to a stronger euro versus the U.S. dollar in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2007, as SG&A expenses in Europe decreased slightly on a local currency basis. SG&A also increased as a result of increased labor costs in the Americas to support the increase in sales volume, higher credit costs related to the closure of our UAE operations, and an additional $0.8 million of stock-based compensation expense recognized in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to the same period of the prior year. These increases were offset in part by the absence of external consulting costs related to the European restructuring program of $4.1 million incurred in the first quarter of fiscal 2007 and by the productivity improvements realized from the European restructuring program, discussed above.
Restructuring Charges
As discussed earlier in this MD&A, in May 2005, we announced a formal restructuring program to better align the European operating cost structure with the current business environment. As of October 31, 2006, the initiatives related to the European restructuring program had been completed. During the first quarter of fiscal 2008, we recorded a $0.5 million credit related to a change in estimate of a previously recorded restructuring accrual.
Loss on Disposal of Subsidiary
The loss on disposal of subsidiary of $8.8 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2008 relates to the closure of our UAE operations and includes of an $8.4 million impairment on our investment in the UAE due to a foreign currency exchange loss (previously recorded in shareholders equity as a component of other comprehensive income) and $0.4 million in severance costs and certain asset write-offs related to the exit (see further discussion in Note 8 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements).
Interest Expense, Discount on Sale of Accounts Receivable, Interest Income, Foreign Currency Exchange Gains/Losses
Interest expense decreased 12.3% to $8.0 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to $9.2 million in the first quarter of the prior year. The decrease in interest expense during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 is primarily attributable to the issuance of $350.0 million convertible senior debentures in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007, which bear interest at 2.75%. The interest rate benefit of the $350.0 million convertible debentures was partially offset by higher interest rates on revolving credit loans during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2007.
The discount related to the sale of accounts receivable was $2.6 million during both the first quarters of fiscal 2008 and 2007 and is the result of accounts receivable sold under our trade receivables purchase agreements during the respective periods (see further discussion below and in Note 6 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements).
Interest income increased 26.1% to $2.7 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2008 from $2.2 million in the first quarter of the prior year. The increase in interest income during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 is primarily attributable to higher interest rates earned on short-term cash investments and higher average cash investments during the quarter, compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2007.
We realized a net foreign currency exchange gain of $1.7 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 compared to a net foreign currency exchange loss of $0.2 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2007. We recognize net foreign currency exchange gains and losses primarily due to the fluctuation in the value of the U.S. dollar versus the euro, and to a lesser extent, versus other currencies. It continues to be our goal to minimize foreign currency exchange gains and losses through an effective hedging program. Our hedging policy prohibits speculative foreign currency exchange transactions.
Provision for Income Taxes
Our effective tax rate for continuing operations was 57.7% for the first quarter of fiscal 2008 and 53.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2007. The increase in the effective tax rate during the first quarter of fiscal 2008 is primarily the result of estimated annual losses in tax jurisdictions where the Company is not able to record a tax benefit.
The effective tax rate differed from the U.S. federal statutory rate of 35% during these periods for the reason discussed above, partially offset by tax rate benefits of earnings from certain operations in lower-tax jurisdictions throughout the world for which no U.S. taxes have been provided because such earnings are planned to be reinvested indefinitely outside the U.S.
The overall effective tax rate is dependent upon the geographic distribution of our worldwide earnings or losses and changes in tax laws or interpretations of these laws in our operating jurisdictions. We regularly monitor the assumptions used in estimating our annual effective tax rate and adjust our estimates accordingly. If actual results differ from our estimates, future income tax expense could be materially affected.
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Our future effective tax rates could be adversely affected by lower earnings than anticipated in countries with lower statutory rates, changes in the relative mix of taxable income and taxable loss jurisdictions, changes in the valuation of our deferred tax assets or liabilities or changes in tax laws or interpretations thereof. In addition, our income tax returns are subject to continuous examination by the Internal Revenue Service and other tax authorities. We regularly assess the likelihood of adverse outcomes from these examinations to determine the adequacy of our provision for income taxes. To the extent we prevail in matters for which accruals have been established or are required to pay amounts in excess of such accruals, our effective tax rate could be materially affected.
Discontinued Operations, Net of Tax
The results of operations and the gain on sale of the Training Business have been reclassified and presented as discontinued operations, net of tax, within the Consolidated Statement of Operations for all periods presented. For the first quarter of fiscal 2007, we realized income from discontinued operations, net of tax, of $3.9 million, comprised of a $3.8 million gain, net of tax, on the sale of the Training Business and $0.1 million of income from operations of the Training Business prior to the sale in March 2006.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The following table summarizes our Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the three months ended April 30, 2007 and 2006:
Three months ended April 30, |
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2007 | 2006 | |||||||
(In thousands) | ||||||||
Net cash flow provided by (used in): |
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Operating activities |
$ | 230,842 | $ | 117,989 | ||||
Investing activities |
(7,443 | ) | 5,975 | |||||
Financing activities |
(33,741 | ) | (73,542 | ) | ||||
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents |
(761 | ) | 11,439 | |||||
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 188,897 | $ | 61,861 | ||||
Net cash provided by operating activities was $230.8 million for the first three months of fiscal 2008 compared to $118.0 million for the same period of the prior year. The increase in cash provided by operating activities during the first three months of fiscal 2008 compared to the same period of the prior year is primarily due to the timing of payments to vendors. The cash provided by operating activities during the first quarters of both of fiscal 2008 and 2007 is primarily the result of the seasonal reduction in accounts receivable, inventory and accounts payable after the typically higher level of fourth quarter sales in Europe and our operating results for the respective periods adjusted for non-cash items. We continue to focus on working capital management by monitoring several key metrics, including our cash conversion cycle (also referred to as net cash days) and owned inventory levels, that we use to manage our working capital. Our net cash days are defined as days of sales outstanding in accounts receivable (DSO) plus days of supply on hand in inventory (DOS), less days of purchases outstanding in accounts payable (DPO). Owned inventory is calculated as the difference between our inventory and accounts payable balances divided into the inventory balance. Our net cash days remained consistent at 30 days at the end of both the first quarters of fiscal 2008 and 2007. Our owned inventory level (the percentage of inventory not financed by vendors) was a negative 36% at the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2008, meaning our accounts payable balances exceeded our inventory balances by 36%. This compares to negative owned inventory of 26% at the end of the first quarter of fiscal 2007.
The following table presents the components of our cash conversion cycle for the quarters ended April 30, 2007 and 2006:
Three months ended April 30, | ||||
2007 | 2006 | |||
Days of sales outstanding |
40 | 37 | ||
Days of supply in inventory |
26 | 28 | ||
Days of purchases outstanding |
(36) | (35) | ||
Cash conversion cycle (days) |
30 | 30 | ||
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Net cash used in investing activities of $7.4 million during the first three months of fiscal 2008 was the result of expenditures for the continuing expansion and upgrading of our IT systems, office facilities and equipment for our logistics centers. We expect to make total capital expenditures of approximately $40.0 million during fiscal 2008 for equipment and machinery in our logistics centers, office facilities and IT systems.
Net cash used in financing activities of $33.7 million during the first three months of fiscal 2008 reflects $35.0 million of net repayments on our revolving credit lines and long-term debt partially offset by $1.2 million in proceeds received for the reissuance of treasury stock related to exercises of equity-based incentives and purchases made through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
As of April 30, 2007, we have total credit facilities approximating $1.3 billion, of which $45.1 million was outstanding at April 30, 2007. These credit facilities consist of (a) a $400.0 million Receivables Securitization Program with a syndicate of banks; (b) a $250.0 million Multi-currency Revolving Credit Facility with a syndicate of banks; and, (c) other uncommitted lines of credit and overdraft facilities totaling approximately $679.0 million at April 30, 2007. Certain of our credit agreements require compliance with certain warranties and covenants. The financial ratio covenants contained within the credit agreements include a debt to capitalization ratio, an interest to EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, deprecation and amortization) ratio, and a tangible net worth requirement. At April 30, 2007, we were in compliance with all such covenants. The ability to draw funds under these credit facilities is dependent upon sufficient collateral (in the case of the Receivables Securitization Program) and meeting the aforementioned financial covenants, which may limit our ability to draw the full amount of these facilities. As of April 30, 2007, the maximum amount that could be borrowed under these facilities, in consideration of the availability of collateral and the financial covenants, was approximately $668.6 million.
In December 2006, we issued $350.0 million of convertible senior debentures due 2026. The debentures bear interest at 2.75% per year. We will pay interest on the debentures on June 15 and December 15 of each year, beginning on June 15, 2007. The debentures are senior, unsecured obligations and rank equally in right of payment with all of our other unsecured and unsubordinated indebtedness. The debentures are effectively subordinated to all of our existing and future secured debt and are structurally subordinated to the indebtedness and other liabilities of our subsidiaries. The proceeds from the offering were used to pay off short-term debt and for other general corporate purposes.
At April 30, 2007, we had issued standby letters of credit of $29.8 million. These letters of credit typically act as a guarantee of payment to certain third parties in accordance with specified terms and conditions. The issuance of these letters of credit reduces our available capacity under the above mentioned facilities by the same amount.
Our debt to capital ratio was 19% at April 30, 2007. We believe that our existing sources of liquidity, including cash resources and cash provided by operating activities, supplemented as necessary with funds available under our credit arrangements, will provide sufficient resources to meet our present and future working capital and cash requirements for at least the next 12 months. Changes in our credit rating or other market factors may increase our interest expense or other costs of capital, or capital may not be available to us on acceptable terms to fund our working capital needs. The Company will continue to need additional financing, including debt financing. The inability to obtain such sources of capital could have an adverse effect on the Companys business. The Companys credit facilities contain various financial and other covenants that may limit the Companys ability to borrow or limit the Companys flexibility in responding to business conditions.
See further discussion of our credit facilities, convertible senior debentures and standby letters of credit in Note 10 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
Synthetic Lease Facility
We have a Synthetic Lease facility with a group of financial institutions under which we lease certain logistics centers and office facilities from a third-party lessor. The Synthetic Lease expires in fiscal 2009, at which time we have the following options: renew the lease for an additional five years, purchase the properties at an amount equal to their cost, or remarket the properties. The amount funded under the Synthetic Lease (approximately $133.2 million at April 30, 2007) is treated as debt under the definition of the covenants required under both the Synthetic Lease and the credit facilities. The sum of future minimum lease payments under the Synthetic Lease at April 30, 2007 was approximately $10.0 million. As of April 30, 2007, we were in compliance with all such covenants. See further discussion of the Synthetic Lease in Note 12 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Trade Receivables Purchase Facility Agreements
We have revolving trade receivables purchase facility agreements (the Receivables Facilities) with third-party financial institutions to sell accounts receivable on a non-recourse, uncommitted, basis. We use the Receivables Facilities as a source of working capital funding. The Receivables Facilities limit the amount of purchased accounts receivable the financial institutions may hold to $364.0 million at April 30, 2007, based on currency exchange rates at that date. Under the Receivables Facilities, we may sell certain accounts receivable (the Receivables) in exchange for cash less a discount based on LIBOR plus a margin.
During the first quarters of fiscal 2008 and 2007, we received gross proceeds of $313.0 million and $261.8 million, respectively, from the sale of the Receivables and recognized related discounts totaling $2.6 million for both of the first quarters of fiscal 2008 and 2007.
On May 23, 2007, the Company executed an amendment to one of the Receivables Facilities. The amendment to the Receivables Facility agreement includes the addition of a third-party financial institution, a $50.0 million increase in the amount of receivables that the Company may sell and a provision stating that any party may terminate their participation in the agreement with a 60 day notice.
See further discussion of the Receivables Facilities in Note 6 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Guarantees
As is customary in the IT industry, to encourage certain customers to purchase product from us, we have arrangements with certain finance companies that provide inventory-financing facilities for our customers. In conjunction with certain of these arrangements, we have agreements with the finance companies that would require us to repurchase certain inventory, which might be repossessed from the customers by the finance companies. Repurchases of inventory by the Company under these arrangements have been insignificant to date. In addition, we provide additional financial guarantees to finance companies on behalf of certain customers. The majority of these guarantees are for an indefinite period of time, where we would be required to perform if the customer is in default with the finance company. As of April 30, 2007 and January 31, 2007, the aggregate amount of guarantees under these arrangements totaled approximately $10.4 million and $11.5 million, respectively, of which approximately $6.6 million and $7.0 million, respectively, was outstanding. We believe that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to both of the above guarantees is remote.
Additionally, in connection with the sale of the Training Business discussed in Note 5Discontinued Operations, we continue to negotiate the assignment of several of the related facility lease obligations with the lessors of such properties. The maximum potential amount of future payments (undiscounted) that we could be required to make under the guarantees is approximately $7.8 million as of April 30, 2007. We believe that the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to these guarantees is remote.
We also provide residual value guarantees related to the Synthetic Lease which have been recorded at the estimated fair value of the residual guarantees.
See further discussion of our guarantees in Note 12 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Asset Management
We manage our inventories by maintaining sufficient quantities to achieve high order fill rates while attempting to stock only those products in high demand with a rapid turnover rate. Inventory balances fluctuate as we add new product lines and when appropriate, we make large purchases, including cash purchases from manufacturers and publishers when the terms of such purchases are considered advantageous. Our contracts with most of our vendors provide price protection and stock rotation privileges to reduce the risk of loss due to manufacturer price reductions and slow moving or obsolete inventory. In the event of a vendor price reduction, we generally receive a credit for the impact on products in inventory and we have the right to rotate a certain percentage of purchases, subject to certain limitations. Historically, price protection and stock rotation privileges as well as our inventory management procedures have helped to reduce the risk of loss of inventory value.
We attempt to control losses on credit sales by closely monitoring customers creditworthiness through our IT systems, which contain detailed information on each customers payment history and other relevant information. We have obtained credit insurance that insures a percentage of the credit extended by us to certain customers against possible loss. Customers who qualify for credit terms are typically granted net 30-day payment terms in the Americas. While credit terms in Europe vary by country, the vast majority of customers are granted credit terms ranging from 30-60 days. We also sell products on a prepay, credit card, cash on delivery and floor plan basis.
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ITEM 3. | Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk |
For a description of the Companys market risks, see Item 7a. Qualitative and Quantitative Disclosures About Market Risk in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2007. No material changes have occurred in our market risks since January 31, 2007.
ITEM 4. | Controls and Procedures |
The Companys management, with the participation the Companys Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Companys disclosure controls and procedures as of April 30, 2007. Based on that evaluation, the Companys Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Companys disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of April 30, 2007. There were no material changes in the Companys internal controls over financial reporting during the first quarter of fiscal 2008.
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ITEM 1. | Legal Proceedings |
Prior to fiscal 2004, one of the Companys European subsidiaries was audited in relation to various value-added tax (VAT) matters. As a result of those audits, the subsidiary has received notices of assessment that allege the subsidiary did not properly collect and remit VAT. It is managements opinion, based upon the opinion of outside legal counsel, that the Company has valid defenses related to a substantial portion of these assessments. Although the Company is vigorously pursuing administrative and judicial action to challenge the assessments, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome. The resolution of such assessments could be material to the Companys operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period.
The Company is subject to various other legal proceedings and claims arising in the ordinary course of business. The Companys management does not expect the outcome in any of these other legal proceedings, individually or collectively, will have a material adverse effect on the Companys financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.
ITEM 1A. | Risk Factors |
In addition to other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2007, which could materially affect our business, financial position and results of operations. The risks described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K are not the only risks facing our Company. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently deem to be immaterial also may materially adversely affect our business, financial position and results of operations.
The risk factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2007 should be considered in connection with evaluating the forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q because these factors could cause the actual results and conditions to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements. If any of the risks actually occur, our business, financial condition or results of operations could be negatively affected. In that case, the trading price of our common stock or other securities could decline, and you may lose all or part of your investment.
ITEM 2. | Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use Of Proceeds |
Not applicable.
ITEM 3. | Defaults Upon Senior Securities |
Not applicable.
ITEM 4. | Submission Of Matters To A Vote Of Security Holders |
At the 2007 Annual Meeting of Shareholders held June 5, 2007, the shareholders approved the following items:
A proposal to approve the election of five directors, Charles E. Adair (term to expire in 2010), Maximilian Ardelt (term to expire in 2010), John Y. Williams (term to expire in 2010), Thomas I. Morgan, (term to expire in 2009) and Robert M. Dutkowsky (term to expire in 2008). The vote upon such proposal was as follows:
For | Withheld | |||
Charles E. Adair |
46,410,221 | 4,443,044 | ||
Maximilian Ardelt |
49,167,102 | 1,686,163 | ||
John Y. Williams |
49,204,927 | 1,648,338 | ||
Thomas I. Morgan |
49,929,474 | 923,791 | ||
Robert M. Dutkowsky |
49,441,188 | 1,412,077 |
Directors Kathy M. Misunas, Steven A. Raymund, Jeffery P. Howells and David M. Upton will continue in office for their respective terms.
A proposal to approve the Executive Incentive Bonus Plan of Tech Data Corporation (the Bonus Plan) to authorize the award of cash bonuses to eligible individuals. The Bonus Plan is a continuation of a program initiated in previous years to attract and retain key employees, to encourage employees to devote their best efforts to the Company and to recognize key employees for their contributions to the overall success of the Company. The Bonus Plan provides for the payment of annual cash bonuses following the close of each fiscal year, based upon the achievement of objective performance goals. The vote upon such proposal was 45,636,046 in favor, 2,252,032 against and 329,520 abstained. Shares represented by proxies that we marked as abstentions had the effect of a vote against the amendment and broker non-votes were considered not entitled to vote on this proposal.
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ITEM 5. | Other Information |
Not applicable.
ITEM 6. | Exhibits |
(a) Exhibits
Exhibit 10-AAvv |
Equity Incentive Bonus Plan | |
Exhibit 10-AAxx |
Trade Receivables Purchase Agreement | |
31-A |
Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), As Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
31-B |
Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), As Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
32-A |
Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 | |
32-B |
Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 |
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
TECH DATA CORPORATION
(Registrant)
Signature |
Title |
Date | ||
/s/ ROBERT M. DUTKOWSKY |
Chief Executive Officer | June 5, 2007 | ||
Robert M. Dutkowsky | ||||
/s/ JEFFERY P. HOWELLS |
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial | June 5, 2007 | ||
Jeffery P. Howells | Officer; Director (principal financial officer) | |||
/s/ JOSEPH B. TREPANI |
Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller | June 5, 2007 | ||
Joseph B. Trepani |
(principal accounting officer) |
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