U.S. Retail Sales of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Climb 12.1% during the
Quarter
MILWAUKEE, Oct. 12 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc.
(NYSE: HDI) today announced record earnings for its third quarter ended
September 25, 2005. Third quarter diluted earnings per share (EPS) were
96 cents, a 24.7 percent increase compared with 77 cents last year. Net income
for the quarter was $265.0 million, up $36.0 million or 15.7 percent. Revenue
for the quarter was $1.43 billion compared to $1.30 billion in the year-ago
quarter.
"Harley-Davidson had a great third quarter," said Jim Ziemer, Chief
Executive Officer of Harley-Davidson, Inc. "Our motorcycles sold at a brisk
pace in all of our worldwide markets. In the U.S., retail sales of Harley-
Davidson(R) motorcycles rose 12 percent during the quarter, and in Europe and
Japan, retail sales were up 11.5 percent and 13 percent, respectively. Year-
to-date, Harley-Davidson worldwide retail sales were up approximately
7 percent."
"We are pleased with these third quarter retail sales results and the
positive response to our exciting line of 2006 motorcycles," said Ziemer. "We
introduced six brand new models and made significant enhancements to each of
our motorcycle families this year, and the changes have been very well
received by our dealers, the motorcycle press and our retail customers. Our
third quarter results keep us on track with our previously disclosed guidance
for 2005 and move us closer to achieving the Company's 20th consecutive year
of record revenue and earnings," said Ziemer.
"Harley-Davidson's current performance is outstanding and we have great
new products and customer experiences planned for next year. However, as we
look ahead we are watching the economy carefully. Given the uncertainty
related to consumer confidence, increasing fuel prices and rising interest
rates, we are setting a shipment target range of 348,000 to 352,000 Harley-
Davidson motorcycles for 2006. Consistent with this more conservative
outlook, we are also broadening our long-term guidance on wholesale unit
growth to 5 to 9 percent annually. This will support an annual earnings per
share growth target in the range of 11 to 17 percent," said Ziemer.
Motorcycles and Related Products Segment - Third Quarter Results
Third quarter revenue from Harley-Davidson motorcycles was $1.11 billion,
an increase of $113.6 million or 11.4 percent over last year. Worldwide
wholesale shipments of Harley-Davidson motorcycles in the third quarter
totaled 87,585 units, up 8.7 percent from the year-ago period. The Company's
2005 shipment target for Harley-Davidson motorcycles remains at 329,000 units.
Third quarter revenue from Parts & Accessories (P&A), which consists of
Genuine Motor Parts and Genuine Motor Accessories, totaled $231.2 million.
This is a 3.0 percent increase, or $6.8 million more than the same quarter a
year-ago.
Third quarter revenue from General Merchandise, which consists of
MotorClothes(R) apparel and collectibles, totaled $64.5 million, up
5.1 percent or $3.2 million over the same period last year.
Growth rates for P&A and General Merchandise fluctuate from quarter to
quarter. However, for the long term the Company expects the growth rate for
P&A revenue to be slightly higher than Harley-Davidson's motorcycle unit
growth rate, and the General Merchandise revenue growth rate is expected to be
lower than the motorcycle unit growth rate.
Third quarter gross margin improved to 39.2 percent of revenue in 2005
compared to 38.0 percent of revenue in 2004. The increase in margin was
primarily driven by a favorable motorcycle product mix. Consistent with the
higher gross margin, operating margin increased to 25.6 percent in 2005 from
23.6 percent in 2004.
Motorcycle Retail Data
During the third quarter, worldwide retail sales of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles grew 12.1 percent. Sales of Harley-Davidson motorcycles outpaced
the total industry in each of the Company's major markets. Data are listed
in the accompanying tables.
On a year-to-date basis, Harley-Davidson motorcycle sales were up
5.0 percent in the U.S., 19.3 percent in Europe, and 11.4 percent in Japan.
Industry-wide sales in the 651+cc segment in the U.S. were up 4.3 percent
year to date. Through August, retail sales in Europe were down 1.4 percent
and in Japan, they were down 1.5 percent.
Financial Services Segment
Harley-Davidson Financial Services (HDFS) reported third quarter operating
income of $47.6 million, down 5.0 percent from $50.1 million in the year-ago
quarter. This decrease was primarily driven by a lower securitization gain
versus the third quarter of 2004.
The third quarter securitization of $650 million in motorcycle retail
loans resulted in a gain of $9.2 million, which is $4.6 million less than the
gain in the third quarter of 2004. The 1.4 percent gain on the securitization
as a percentage of loans securitized is consistent with management's prior
guidance. In the current competitive market and interest rate environment,
HDFS expects fourth quarter securitization gains in the range of 1.0 to
1.4 percent.
Annualized credit losses on a managed portfolio basis increased during the
first nine months of 2005 to 0.97 percent from 0.69 percent in 2004. The
increase is due to lower recovery rates and a higher incidence of loss.
For the full year 2005, HDFS expects operating income to be approximately
equal to that achieved in 2004. Over the long term, the Company expects the
HDFS growth rate in operating income to be slightly higher than the Company's
motorcycle unit growth rate.
Harley-Davidson, Inc. - Nine Month Results
For the first nine months of 2005, revenue totaled $4.00 billion, a
5.4 percent increase over the year-ago period. Diluted earnings per share
were $2.57, an increase of 12.2 percent compared to the same period last year.
Net income for the nine months was $729.6 million, up $48.8 million or
7.2 percent.
Through the first nine months of this year, shipments of Harley-Davidson
motorcycles were 241,429 units, a 2.0 percent increase over last year's
236,702 units. Harley-Davidson motorcycle revenue was $3.10 billion, a
5.4 percent increase over $2.94 billion in revenue in 2004. P&A revenue
totaled $645.8 million, a 3.5 percent increase over last year's
$623.7 million. General Merchandise revenue totaled $187.4 million, an
11.0 percent increase compared with $168.8 million during the same period in
2004.
HDFS operating income was $152.2 million, a 1.8 percent increase compared
with $149.4 million during the first nine months of 2004.
Cash Flow - Nine Month Results
Operations generated almost $1 billion of cash during the first nine
months of 2005. This cash flow along with prior cash reserves enabled the
Company to make a $102 million contribution to the post-retirement health care
trusts, invest $122 million in capital expenditures, pay $124 million in
dividends and repurchase $1 billion of common stock. The Company repurchased
20.6 million shares of its common stock at an average cost of $49 per share
during the first and second quarters of 2005.
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 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 effectively manage
operating costs including materials, labor and overhead, (ii) successfully
manage production capacity and production changes, (iii) avoid unexpected
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 customers and attract new 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) avoid unexpected changes and prepare for known requirements in the
regulatory environment for its products, (ix) successfully 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 and interest rates, (xi) successfully 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 in the
operation of manufacturing facilities as a result of work stoppages, natural
causes, terrorism or other factors.
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.
Risk factors are also disclosed in documents previously filed by the
Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 25, Sep 26,
2005 2004 2005 2004
Net revenue $1,431,151 $1,300,684 $3,999,879 $3,794,193
Gross profit 561,272 494,568 1,525,989 1,438,113
Operating expenses 194,270 187,980 540,780 529,344
Operating income from
motorcycles & related
products 367,002 306,588 985,209 908,769
Financial services income 81,444 77,484 255,558 239,038
Financial services
expense 33,869 27,410 103,403 89,644
Operating income from
financial services 47,575 50,074 152,155 149,394
Corporate expenses 3,715 3,348 18,001 12,871
Total operating income 410,862 353,314 1,119,363 1,045,292
Investment income and
other, net (79) 1,699 11,739 10,220
Income before provision
for taxes 410,783 355,013 1,131,102 1,055,512
Provision for income
taxes 145,829 126,030 401,542 374,708
Net income $264,954 $228,983 $729,560 $680,804
Earnings per common share:
Basic $0.97 $0.78 $2.58 $2.30
Diluted $0.96 $0.77 $2.57 $2.29
Weighted-average common
shares:
Basic 274,415 294,031 282,519 295,362
Diluted 275,460 295,824 283,406 297,357
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Sep 25, Dec. 31, Sep 26,
2005 2004 2004
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $437,007 $275,159 $484,578
Marketable securities 580,826 1,336,909 1,043,758
Accounts receivable, net 139,759 121,333 139,022
Finance receivables, net 1,161,289 1,207,124 998,114
Inventories 232,240 226,893 234,728
Other current assets 114,568 98,854 84,155
Total current assets 2,665,689 3,266,272 2,984,355
Finance receivables, net 784,785 905,176 581,296
Other long-term assets 1,243,994 1,311,845 1,364,723
Total assets $4,694,468 $5,483,293 $4,930,374
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable & accrued expenses $863,210 $677,255 $693,073
Current portion of finance debt - 495,441 109,179
Total current liabilities 863,210 1,172,696 802,252
Finance debt 776,626 800,000 670,000
Other long-term liabilities 134,786 142,278 220,461
Postretirement healthcare benefits 57,732 149,848 144,917
Shareholders' equity 2,862,114 3,218,471 3,092,744
Total liabilities and shareholders'
equity $4,694,468 $5,483,293 $4,930,374
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)
Nine months ended
Sep 25, Sep 26,
2005 2004
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $729,560 $680,804
Adjustments to reconcile net income
to net cash provided by operating
activities:
Depreciation 159,773 160,765
Provision for long-term employee
benefits 62,224 47,143
Gain on current year securitizations (42,355) (58,302)
Net change in wholesale finance
receivables 17,529 23,811
Contributions to pension &
postretirement plans (109,000) -
Tax benefit from the exercise of
stock options - 42,919
Other 18,438 25,788
Net changes in current assets and
current liabilities 144,369 20,055
Total adjustments 250,978 262,179
Net cash provided by operating
activities 980,538 942,983
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (122,128) (109,874)
Finance receivables, net 93,967 99,344
Collection of retained securitization
interests 84,766 97,494
Net change in marketable securities 755,268 (53,594)
Other, net (10,586) (8,868)
Net cash provided by investing
activities 801,287 24,502
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net decrease in finance debt (510,720) (214,290)
Dividends (124,330) (82,411)
Purchase of common stock for treasury (1,014,645) (564,132)
Excess tax benefits from share based
payments 5,319 -
Issuance of common stock under
employee stock plans 24,399 48,597
Net cash used in financing activities (1,619,977) (812,236)
Net increase in cash and cash
equivalents 161,848 155,249
Cash and cash equivalents:
At beginning of period 275,159 329,329
At end of period $437,007 $484,578
Note: Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified to conform to
the current year presentation.
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Net Revenue and Motorcycle
Shipment Data
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
Sep 25, Sep 26, Sep 25, Sep 26,
2005 2004 2005 2004
NET REVENUE (in thousands)
Harley-Davidson(R)
motorcycles $1,110,173 $996,552 $3,095,229 $2,935,621
Buell(R) motorcycles 25,267 18,318 71,241 63,510
Parts & Accessories 231,161 224,381 645,819 623,715
General Merchandise 64,506 61,352 187,375 168,828
Other 44 81 215 2,519
$1,431,151 $1,300,684 $3,999,879 $3,794,193
HARLEY-DAVIDSON UNITS
Motorcycle shipments:
United States 72,249 66,859 192,124 191,705
Export 15,336 13,719 49,305 44,997
Total 87,585 80,578 241,429 236,702
Motorcycle product mix:
Touring 29,492 21,818 81,103 68,253
Custom 40,730 39,857 110,376 116,128
Sportster(R) 17,363 18,903 49,950 52,321
Total 87,585 80,578 241,429 236,702
BUELL UNITS
Motorcycle shipments:
Buell 2,914 2,472 8,450 7,793
Retail Sales of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles
Three Months ended 9/30 Nine Months ended 9/30
2005 2004 2005 2004
United States 67,107 59,888 210,790 200,826
Europe* 6,819 6,118 25,172 21,096
Japan 3,070 2,714 8,428 7,563
Canada 2,725 2,689 10,700 9,978
All other markets 2,647 2,089 8,177 6,829
Total 82,368 73,498 263,267 246,292
Data Source (subject to update)
Data source for all 2005 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. 2004 retail sales figures shown
above conform to sales warranty and registration information as of
September 30, 2004 and vary from previously published Motorcycle
Industry Council data.
* 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 Industry Data
Data Through Month Indicated
2005 2004
United States (September) 437,102 419,267
Europe* (August) 281,978 285,821
Japan (August) 30,704 31,175
Data Source (subject to update)
United States: Motorcycle Industry Council
Europe: Giral S.A.
Japan: JAIA
* 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:
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+1-414-343-8002, Media: Susan Walton, +1-414-343-7565, both for
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
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