- Company Reaches Profitability
- Solar Gross Margin Exceeds 30 Percent
- Internal Funding for Next 120MW Expansion
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich., May 8 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Energy
Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD) (Nasdaq: ENER), the leading global
manufacturer of thin-film flexible solar laminate products for the building
integrated and commercial rooftop markets, today announced financial
results for the third quarter and nine-month period ended March 31, 2008.
Total consolidated revenues for the quarter were $70 million, up 24
percent from second quarter revenues of $56.4 million, and 155 percent
higher than third quarter fiscal 2007 revenues of $27.4 million. Solar
product sales were $64.9 million, a 31 percent sequential increase and a
193 percent increase over the prior-year quarter.
Net income for the third quarter was $7.0 million, or $0.17 per share,
compared to a net loss of $5.4 million, or $0.14 per share, in the second
quarter of fiscal 2008, and a net loss of $6.9 million, or $0.17 per share,
in the year-ago period. Third quarter results include preproduction costs
of approximately $751,000 and restructuring charges of $2.4 million,
representing $0.08 per share in the aggregate.
Gross margin on product sales in the solar business was 30.7 percent in
the third quarter, compared with 19.2 percent in the second quarter. The
gross margin improvement was driven by better factory utilization and
yield, and favorable customer/product mix.
Mark Morelli, ECD's president and chief executive officer, commented,
"I'm pleased to report that we've reached profitability, and we've done so
through sustainable changes to our business. This is a key milestone in our
company's history, and a testament to the commitment and hard work of our
colleagues."
United Solar Ovonic produced 21.6 MWs in the third quarter and 47.4 MWs
for the first nine months of the fiscal year. The company confirmed its
plans to expand and add 120MWs of additional nameplate capacity to its
existing Greenville facilities. ECD will be able to internally fund this
expansion through available funds and cash flow from operations. This
previously announced expansion will increase the company's nameplate
capacity to approximately 300MWs by the end of fiscal year 2010.
"Our focused efforts are achieving tangible results. These include
profitability driven by operational improvements, a substantial increase in
sustainable gross margin, and $6 million in positive operating cash flow
for the fiscal third quarter. Demand for our products continues to exceed
available supply, and we are emphasizing take-or-pay agreements which give
us better forward visibility, while ensuring supply to our strategic
channel partners. These changes have strengthened our current financial
position, positioned us for future profitable growth and give us the
flexibility to internally fund our new 120MW expansion," added Mr. Morelli.
Nine Months Results
For the first nine months of fiscal 2008, total consolidated revenues
were $173.5 million compared with $77.6 million for the first nine months
of fiscal 2007, an increase of 124 percent. Solar product sales totaled
$154.5 million in the first nine months of fiscal 2008, a 150 percent
increase compared with $61.7 million last year.
For the nine-month period, the company reported a net loss of $6
million, or $0.15 per share, compared with the previous nine month's net
loss of $12.1 million, or $0.31 per share. Restructuring costs for the
first nine months of fiscal 2008 were $7.5 million. Preproduction costs for
the year-to-date period were $5.6 million.
Fourth Quarter/Fiscal Year 2008 Updated Guidance
Total consolidated revenues are expected to be between $73 and $78
million for the fiscal fourth quarter ending June 30, 2008 and between $246
and $251 million for fiscal 2008. Solar product sales for the fourth
quarter are expected to be $68 to $73 million, and $222 to $227 million for
fiscal 2008. For the fourth quarter, ECD expects it will maintain the 30 to
31 percent gross margin it achieved in the third quarter. Restructuring
costs are expected to be between $2 to $3 million for the fourth quarter
and $10 to $11 million for fiscal 2008. Preproduction costs are expected to
be approximately $1.5 to $2 million for the fourth quarter and between $7
and $8 million for fiscal 2008.
Conference Call / Webcast Details
Management of Energy Conversion Devices will review these financial
results on a conference call on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. ET. The
dial-in number for the live audio call is 877-858-2512 or 706-634-6076
(international) with conference ID number 44703161. The conference call
will be webcast live over the Internet and can be accessed in the Investor
Relations -- Conference Calls -- section of the company's website at
http://www.ovonic.com.
An audio replay of the call will be available approximately two hours
after the conclusion of the call. The audio replay will remain available
until 11:59 p.m., May 10, 2008, and can be accessed by dialing (800)
642-1687 or (706) 645-9291 (international), with conference ID number
44703161. The webcast will also be archived on the company's website.
About Energy Conversion Devices
Energy Conversion Devices, Inc. (ECD) (Nasdaq: ENER) is the leader in
building integrated and commercial rooftop photovoltaics, one of the
fastest growing segments of the solar power industry. The company
manufactures and sells thin-film solar laminates that convert sunlight to
energy using proprietary technology. ECD's UNI-SOLAR(R) brand products are
unique because of their flexibility, light weight, ease of installation,
durability, and real-world efficiency. ECD also pioneers other alternative
technologies, including a new type of nonvolatile digital memory technology
that is significantly faster, less expensive, and ideal for use in a
variety of applications including cell phones, digital cameras and personal
computers. For more information, please visit http://www.ovonic.com.
This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of
the Safe Harbor Provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning our
plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events, future net sales or
performance, capital expenditures, financing needs, plans or intentions
relating to expansions, business trends and other information that is not
historical information. All forward-looking statements are based upon
information available to us on the date of this release and are subject to
risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside of our
control, that could cause actual results to differ materially from the
results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Risks that could cause
such results to differ include: our ability to achieve sustainable
profitability; our ability to maintain our customer relationships; our
ability to expand our manufacturing capacity in a timely and cost-effective
manner; the worldwide demand for electricity and the market for solar
energy; the supply and price of components and raw materials for our
products; and the resolution of pending legal disputes. The risk factors
identified in the ECD filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission,
including the company's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and most
recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, could impact any forward-looking
statements contained in this release.
ENERGY CONVERSION DEVICES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Data)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
March 31, March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
Revenues
Product Sales $65,366 $23,206 $159,391 $64,731
Royalties 1,537 769 4,044 2,397
Revenue from Product
Development Agreements 2,691 2,887 8,490 8,750
Revenue from License
Agreements 264 238 1,015 734
Other 124 329 533 947
Total Revenues 69,982 27,429 173,473 77,559
Expenses
Cost of Product Sales 45,296 19,787 122,109 54,122
Cost of Revenues from Product
Development Agreements 1,863 2,012 5,391 5,726
Product Development and
Research 1,653 5,671 7,698 15,338
Preproduction Costs 751 491 5,575 1,595
Operating, Selling, General
and Administrative (Net)
(Including Patents) 12,461 10,448 37,082 26,977
Restructuring Charges 2,386 - 7,457 -
Total Expenses 64,410 38,409 185,312 103,758
Income (Loss) from Operations 5,572 (10,980) (11,839) (26,199)
Total Other Income 1,439 4,109 5,914 14,113
Net Income (Loss) before Income
Taxes 7,011 (6,871) (5,925) (12,086)
Income Taxes 37 - 94 -
Net Income (Loss) $6,974 $(6,871) $(6,019) $(12,086)
Basic Net Income (Loss) Per
Share $.17 $(.17) $(.15) $(.31)
Diluted Net Income (Loss) Per
Share $.17 $(.17) $(.15) $(.31)
Shares Used In Calculation of
Net Loss Per Share
Basic 40,317 39,517 40,100 39,295
Diluted 40,719 39,517 40,100 39,295
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
To supplement its financial statements presented in accordance with
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) ECD uses the following
measures (unaudited) as defined by the Securities and Exchange Commission as
non-GAAP measures:
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
March 31, March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
(In Thousands Except Per Share Data)
Net Income (Loss) $6,974 $(6,871) $(6,019) $(12,086)
Add:
- Preproduction Costs 751 491 5,575 1,595
- Restructuring Charges 2,386 - 7,457 -
Net Income (Loss) as Adjusted
(Non-GAAP) $10,111 $(6,380) $7,013 $(10,491)
Net Income (Loss) (Basic and
Fully Diluted) Per Share as
Reported $.17 $(.17) $(.15) $(.31)
Net Income (Loss) (Basic and
Fully Diluted) Per Share as
Adjusted (Non-GAAP) $.25 $(.16) $.17 $(.27)
ENERGY CONVERSION DEVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In Thousands)
March 31, 2008 June 30, 2007
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Cash and Cash Equivalents $80,690 $80,770
Restricted Investments 5,659 -
Short-Term Investments 14,963 125,004
Accounts Receivable (Net) 44,204 36,498
Inventories 32,232 38,692
Assets Held for Sale 1,539 1,524
Property, Plant and Equipment (Net) 384,583 311,369
Other 41,274 6,822
TOTAL ASSETS $605,144 $600,679
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Accounts Payable and Other Liabilities $47,166 $42,940
Long-Term Liabilities 31,499 32,232
TOTAL LIABILITIES 78,665 75,172
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY 526,479 525,507
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY $605,144 $600,679
ENERGY CONVERSION DEVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Nine Months Ended
March 31,
2008 2007
OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net Loss $(6,019) $(12,086)
Adjustments to Reconcile Net Loss to Net Cash
Provided By (Used In) Operating Activities:
Depreciation and Amortization 15,059 8,258
Bad Debt and Other Expenses 734 (55)
Amortization of Premium (Discount) on
Investments - (146)
Allowance for Slow-Moving Inventory 1,793 1,421
Restructuring Charge 1,019 -
Stock and Stock Options Issued for
Services Rendered 1,506 1,455
Other (359) (1,478)
Changes in Working Capital (1,064) 1,299
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) OPERATING
ACTIVITIES 12,669 (1,332)
INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Increase in Restricted Investment (5,659) -
Purchases of Property, Plant and Equipment
(Including Construction in Progress) (Net) (88,375) (139,420)
Proceeds from Sale of Investments 75,379 21,504
Payment to Ovonyx - (200)
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES (18,655) (118,116)
NET CASH PROVIDED BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES 5,971 8,308
EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE CHANGES ON CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS (65) (18)
NET CASH FLOW (80) (111,158)
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD 80,770 164,962
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD $80,690 $53,804
ENERGY CONVERSION DEVICES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SEGMENT REVENUE AND OPERATING INCOME/(LOSS)
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
Revenues Income (Loss)
from Operations
United Solar Ovonic $66,736 $23,841 $13,735 $518
Ovonic Materials 3,178 3,442 940 (4,185)
Corporate Activities 253 291 (9,175) (6,796)
Consolidating Entries (185) (145) 72 (517)
Consolidated $69,982 $27,429 $5,572 $(10,980)
Nine Months Ended March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
Revenues Income (Loss)
from Operations
United Solar Ovonic $160,343 $66,895 $15,352 $2,870
Ovonic Materials 12,840 10,263 639 (10,957)
Corporate Activities 797 890 (27,983) (16,527)
Consolidating Entries (507) (489) 154 (1,585)
Consolidated $173,473 $77,559 $(11,838) $(26,199)
Segment Operations - United Solar Ovonic
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
March 31, March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
PV Product Sales $64,941 $22,143 $154,538 $61,715
Megawatts Produced 21.6 8.8 47.4 21.8
Megawatts Shipped 21.5 7.4 51.4 19.2
Cost of Product Sales $45,021 $18,303 $117,846 $50,298
Gross Margin $19,920 $3,840 $36,692 $11,417
Gross Margin % 30.7% 17.3% 23.7% 18.5%
Other Revenues:
Research and Development $1,795 $1,696 $5,805 $5,174
Other Operating Revenues - 2 - 6
Other Revenues Total 1,795 1,698 5,805 5,180
Total Revenues 66,736 23,841 160,343 66,895
Other Expenses:
Research and Development 1,943 1,945 6,314 4,793
Preproduction 751 491 5,574 1,595
Operating, Selling, General
and Administrative Expenses 5,286 2,584 15,257 7,339
Total Other Expenses 7,980 5,020 27,145 13,727
Income from Operations $13,735 $518 $15,352 $2,870
Segment Operations - Ovonic Materials
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
March 31, March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
Product Sales $425 $1,063 $4,872 $3,016
Cost of Product Sales 356 1,098 4,519 2,674
Other Revenues:
Royalties 1,537 769 4,044 2,397
Research and Development 896 1,194 2,684 3,596
Licenses 264 238 1,015 734
Other Operating Revenues 56 178 225 520
Other Revenues Total 2,753 2,379 7,968 7,247
Total Revenues 3,178 3,442 12,840 10,263
Other Expenses:
Research and Development 1,573 5,740 6,776 16,289
Operating, General and
Administrative Expenses 309 789 906 2,257
Total Other Expenses 1,882 6,529 7,682 18,546
Income (Loss) from Operations $940 $(4,185) $639 $(10,957)
Segment Operations - Corporate Activities
(In Thousands)
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
March 31, March 31,
2008 2007 2008 2007
Other Operating Revenues $253 $291 $797 $890
Other Expenses:
Restructuring 2,386 - 7,457 -
Operating, General and
Administrative Expenses 7,042 7,087 21,323 17,417
Total Expenses 9,428 7,087 28,780 17,417
Loss from Operations $(9,175) $(6,796) $(27,983) $(16,527)
SOURCE Energy Conversion Devices, Inc.
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CONTACT:
Mark Trinske, Vice President, Investor
Relations & Corporate Communications, Energy Conversion Devices,
Inc., +1-248-299-6063
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