Worldwide Retail Motorcycle Sales Up 10 Percent
MILWAUKEE, July 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc.
(NYSE: HDI) today announced record revenue and earnings per share for its
second quarter ended June 25, 2006. Revenue for the quarter was $1.38
billion compared to $1.33 billion in the year-ago quarter, a 3.3 percent
increase. Net income for the quarter was $243.4 million compared to $237.4
million, an increase of 2.5 percent over the second quarter of 2005. Second
quarter diluted earnings per share (EPS) were $0.91, an 8.3 percent
increase compared to last year's $0.84.
Harley-Davidson's worldwide dealer network sold more than 125,000
motorcycles during the second quarter, an increase of 10.0 percent over the
prior year. U.S. retail motorcycle sales for the second quarter grew by 8.1
percent and international sales increased by 17.3 percent. "I am very
pleased with our retail performance during the quarter," said Jim Ziemer,
President and Chief Executive Officer, Harley-Davidson, Inc. "And looking
back over the past 12 months, worldwide retail sales of our motorcycles
have grown 8.6 percent. This momentum demonstrates the continued strong
appeal of our products and the Harley-Davidson experience," he said.
"I am equally pleased with our prospects for the future, given the
exciting new products and services we are bringing to market. Last week we
introduced our 2007 models to nearly 5,000 dealership employees and owners
during our Summer Dealer Meeting in San Diego. The highlight of the meeting
was the dramatic unveiling of an all new, state-of-the-art engine, the Twin
Cam 96(TM). This outstanding new engine, mated with our recently-introduced
six-speed transmission, is featured in the 2007 Dyna(TM), Softail(R), and
Touring models," said Ziemer.
"Looking ahead to the remainder of 2006, the Company's wholesale
shipment target for the calendar year remains between 348,000 and 352,000
Harley-Davidson(R) motorcycles," said Ziemer. "Our motorcycle shipment plan
for the third quarter is 97,000 motorcycles. This includes approximately
12,500 Harley-Davidson motorcycles that were produced in the second quarter
to prepare for the new model introduction."
"The Company believes that worldwide retail sales of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles will support a wholesale unit growth rate in the range of 5 to
9 percent annually and an annual EPS growth rate of 11 to 17 percent," said
Ziemer.
Motorcycles and Related Products Segment - Second Quarter Results
Revenue from Harley-Davidson motorcycles was $1.03 billion, an increase
of $21.7 million, or 2.2 percent over the same period last year. Shipments
of Harley-Davidson motorcycles totaled 79,796 units, an increase of 2,668
units, or 3.5 percent over last year's second quarter.
Revenue from Parts and Accessories (P&A), which consists of Genuine
Motor Parts and Genuine Motor Accessories, totaled $251.7 million, an
increase of $13.9 million, or 5.9 percent over the year-ago quarter.
Revenue from General Merchandise, which consists of MotorClothes(TM)
apparel and collectibles, totaled $67.1 million, an increase of $3.7
million, or 5.8 percent.
For the long term, the Company expects the growth rate for P&A revenue
to be slightly higher than Harley-Davidson's motorcycle shipment growth
rate, and the General Merchandise growth rate is expected to be lower than
the motorcycle shipment growth rate.
Gross margin for the second quarter of 2006 was 37.5 percent of
revenue, equal to the margin for the same period in 2005. Operating margin
decreased to 23.6 percent in the second quarter of 2006 from 24.0 percent
in the second quarter of 2005.
Motorcycle Retail Sales Data
Worldwide retail sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles increased 10.0
percent for the second quarter of 2006 compared to the same period in 2005.
In the U.S., retail sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles increased 8.1
percent for the quarter. The heavyweight motorcycle market in the U.S.
increased 9.9 percent for the same period.
Retail sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles grew 17.3 percent in
international markets during the second quarter of 2006 compared to the
second quarter of 2005. Second quarter retail sales increased 15.8 percent
in Japan; Europe was up 15.6 percent; Canada was up 13.4 percent and all
other international markets combined were up 33.5 percent.
Data is listed in the accompanying tables.
Financial Services Segment
Harley-Davidson Financial Services (HDFS) reported second quarter
operating income of $56.3 million, an increase of $5.2 million, or 10.3
percent compared to the year-ago quarter. This increase was primarily due
to higher net interest income and insurance revenues. For the long term,
the Company expects the HDFS operating income growth rate to be slightly
higher than the growth rate of Harley-Davidson motorcycle shipments.
Income Tax Rate
The Company's second quarter effective income tax rate was 36.0 percent
compared to 35.5 percent in the same quarter last year. This increase was
due to the expiration of the federal research and development tax credit as
of December 31, 2005. The Company expects its full year effective tax rate
in 2006 to be 35.5 percent, assuming the retroactive reinstatement of this
tax credit.
Harley-Davidson, Inc. - Six Month Results
For the first six months of 2006, revenue totaled $2.66 billion, a 3.6
percent increase over the year-ago period. Earnings per share were $1.77,
an increase of 9.3 percent compared to the same period last year.
Through the first six months of this year, shipments of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles were 159,302 units, a 3.5 percent increase compared to last
year's 153,844 units. Harley-Davidson motorcycle revenue was $2.04 billion,
up 2.6 percent compared to last year's $1.99 billion. P&A revenue totaled
$434.7 million, a 4.8 percent increase over last year's $414.7 million.
General Merchandise revenue totaled $135.6 million, a 10.4 percent increase
compared to $122.9 million during the same period in 2005.
HDFS operating income was $107.9 million, a 3.2 percent increase over
last year's $104.6 million.
Cash Flow
Cash and marketable securities totaled $1.00 billion as of June 25,
2006, a decrease of $41.7 million during the first half of 2006. Cash flow
from operations was $828.8 million and capital expenditures were $89.1
million during the first half of 2006.
Stock Repurchase
The Company repurchased 7.8 million shares of its common stock at a
cost of $392.5 million during the second quarter of 2006. For the first six
months, the Company has repurchased 9.9 million shares of its common stock
at a cost of $499.5 million. These shares were repurchased under an
authorization from the Company's Board of Directors to buy back 20 million
shares. A total of approximately 10 million shares remain under this
authorization.
Company Background
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company for the group of companies
doing business as Harley-Davidson Motor Company, Buell Motorcycle Company
and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Harley-Davidson Motor Company, the
only major U.S.-based motorcycle manufacturer, produces heavyweight
motorcycles and offers a complete line of motorcycle parts, accessories,
apparel, and general merchandise. Buell Motorcycle Company produces sport
motorcycles. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides wholesale and
retail financing and insurance programs to Harley-Davidson dealers and
their retail customers.
Forward-Looking Statements
The Company intends that certain matters discussed in this release are
"forward-looking statements" intended to qualify for the safe harbor from
liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of
1995. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified as such
because the context of the statement will include words such as the Company
"believes," "anticipates," "expects," "plans," or "estimates" or words of
similar meaning. Similarly, statements that describe future plans,
objectives, outlooks, targets, guidance or goals are also forward-looking
statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks
and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from
those anticipated as of the date of this release. Certain of such risks and
uncertainties are described below. Shareholders, potential investors, and
other readers are urged to consider these factors in evaluating the
forward- looking statements and cautioned not to place undue reliance on
such forward- looking statements. The forward-looking statements included
in this release are only made as of the date of this release, and the
Company disclaims any obligation to publicly update such forward-looking
statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
The Company's ability to meet the targets and expectations noted
depends upon, among other factors, the Company's ability to (i) continue to
realize production efficiencies at its production facilities and manage
operating costs including materials, labor and overhead, (ii) manage
production capacity and production changes, (iii) manage supply chain
issues, (iv) provide products, services and experiences that are successful
in the marketplace, (v) develop and implement sales and marketing plans
that retain existing retail customers and attract new retail customers in
an increasingly competitive marketplace, (vi) sell all of its motorcycles
and related products and services to its independent dealers and
distributors, (vii) continue to develop the capacity of its distributor and
dealer network, (viii) manage changes and prepare for requirements in
legislative and regulatory environments for its products, services and
operations, (ix) adjust to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates,
interest rates and commodity prices, (x) adjust to worldwide economic and
political conditions, including changes in fuel prices, (xi) manage the
credit quality and recovery rates of HDFS's loan portfolio, (xii) retain
and attract talented employees and (xiii) detect any defects in our
motorcycles to minimize delays in new model launches, recall campaigns,
increased warranty costs or litigation. In addition, the Company could
experience delays or disruptions in its operations as a result of work
stoppages, strikes, natural causes, terrorism or other factors. Other
factors are described in risk factors that the Company has disclosed in
documents previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The Company's ability to sell all of its motorcycles and related
products and services also depends on the ability of the Company's
independent dealer network to sell them to retail customers. The Company
depends on the capability of its independent dealers and distributors to
develop and implement effective retail sales plans to create demand for the
motorcycles and related products and services they purchase from the
Company.
In addition, the Company's independent dealers and distributors may
experience difficulties in selling Harley-Davidson motorcycles and related
products and services as a result of weather, economic conditions or other
factors.
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
Three months ended Six months ended
June 25, June 26, June 25, June 26,
2006 2005 2006 2005
Net revenue $1,377,047 $1,333,264 $2,662,137 $2,568,728
Gross profit 516,326 500,434 1,009,540 964,717
Operating expenses 191,358 181,084 372,260 346,510
Operating income from
motorcycles & related
products 324,968 319,350 637,280 618,207
Financial services income 98,567 85,302 194,468 174,114
Financial services expense 42,310 34,281 86,580 69,534
Operating income from
financial services 56,257 51,021 107,888 104,580
Corporate expenses 6,751 7,012 11,508 14,286
Total operating income 374,474 363,359 733,660 708,501
Investment income and other,
net 5,885 4,689 13,202 11,818
Income before provision for
income taxes 380,359 368,048 746,862 720,319
Provision for income taxes 136,929 130,657 268,869 255,713
Net income $243,430 $237,391 $477,993 $464,606
Earnings per common share:
Basic $0.91 $0.85 $1.77 $1.62
Diluted $0.91 $0.84 $1.77 $1.62
Weighted-average common
shares:
Basic 267,487 280,577 270,133 286,685
Diluted 268,130 281,181 270,783 287,493
Cash dividends per common
share $0.21 $0.16 $0.39 $0.285
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
June 25, December 31, June 26,
2006 2005 2005
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $391,967 $140,975 $319,720
Marketable securities 612,508 905,197 416,202
Accounts receivable, net 150,526 122,087 138,413
Finance receivables held for sale 233,167 299,373 212,836
Finance receivables held for
investment, net 1,101,587 1,342,393 1,021,490
Inventories 292,757 221,418 225,778
Other current assets 114,613 113,794 102,578
Total current assets 2,897,125 3,145,237 2,437,017
Finance receivables held for investment,
net 678,938 600,831 564,526
Other long-term assets 1,467,266 1,509,141 1,264,515
$5,043,329 $5,255,209 $4,266,058
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable & accrued expenses $739,510 $668,139 $628,695
Current portion of finance debt 34,605 204,973 7,994
Total current liabilities 774,115 873,112 636,689
Finance debt 1,000,000 1,000,000 800,000
Postretirement healthcare benefits 67,801 60,975 54,652
Other long-term liabilities 233,580 237,517 140,433
Total shareholders' equity 2,967,833 3,083,605 2,634,284
$5,043,329 $5,255,209 $4,266,058
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)
Six months ended
June 25, June 26,
2006 2005
Net cash provided by operating activities $828,783 $785,350
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (89,124) (75,430)
Finance receivables held for investment,
net (54,485) (77,074)
Collection of retained securitization
interests 26,227 53,751
Net change in marketable securities 293,623 920,539
Other, net 1,719 (9,934)
Net cash provided by investing activities 177,960 811,852
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net decrease in finance-credit facilities
and commercial paper (161,437) (485,085)
Dividends paid (104,494) (80,486)
Purchase of common stock for treasury (499,543) (1,014,645)
Excess tax benefits from share-based
payments 1,547 6,171
Issuance of common stock under employee
stock option plans 8,176 21,404
Net cash used by financing activities (755,751) (1,552,641)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 250,992 44,561
Cash and cash equivalents:
At beginning of period 140,975 275,159
At end of period $391,967 $319,720
Net Revenue and Motorcycle
Shipment Data
(unaudited)
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
June 25, June 26, June 25, June 26,
2006 2005 2006 2005
NET REVENUE (in thousands)
Harley-Davidson(R)
motorcycles $1,027,800 $1,006,105 $2,036,342 $1,985,056
Buell(R) motorcycles 29,347 25,925 53,403 45,974
Parts & Accessories 251,703 237,754 434,652 414,658
General Merchandise 67,071 63,406 135,622 122,869
Other 1,126 74 2,118 171
$1,377,047 $1,333,264 $2,662,137 $2,568,728
HARLEY-DAVIDSON UNITS
Motorcycle shipments:
United States 58,052 58,997 118,322 119,875
Export 21,744 18,131 40,980 33,969
Total 79,796 77,128 159,302 153,844
Motorcycle product mix:
Touring 27,336 26,519 54,873 51,590
Custom 36,714 35,371 72,508 69,657
Sportster(R) 15,746 15,238 31,921 32,597
Total 79,796 77,128 159,302 153,844
BUELL UNITS
Motorcycle shipments:
Buell 3,539 3,067 6,576 5,536
Retail Sales of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
Year to Date (June)
2006 2005
United States 154,041 143,683
Europe* 20,635 18,353
Japan 6,217 5,358
Canada 8,646 7,975
All other markets 7,406 5,530
Total Retail Sales of Harley-Davidson
Motorcycles 196,945 180,899
Data Source (subject to update)
Data source for all 2005 and 2006 retail sales figures shown above is
sales warranty and registration information provided by Harley-Davidson
dealers and compiled by the Company. The Company must rely on information
that its dealers supply concerning retail sales, and this information is
subject to revision.
* Data for Europe include Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, and the United Kingdom
Only Harley-Davidson(R) motorcycles are included in the Harley-Davidson
Motorcycle Sales data.
Heavyweight (651+ cc) Market Data
Data Through Month Indicated
2006 2005
United States (June) 321,839 295,702
Europe* (May) 195,528 183,439
Data Source
United States: Motorcycle Industry Council
Europe: Giral S.A.
* Data for Europe include Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, and the United Kingdom
SOURCE Harley-Davidson, Inc.
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CONTACT:
Financial Contact: Mark Van Genderen,
+1-414-343-8002, or Media Contact: Bob Klein, +1-414-343-4433,
both for Harley-Davidson, Inc.
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