Operating Results Comparable to Year-Ago Levels in Spite of Significant
Economic Downturn Experienced in Q3 2008
SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 22 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Federal-Mogul
Corporation (Nasdaq: FDML) today reported solid year-over-year results with
third quarter sales of $1,692 million, gross margin of $279 million,
pre-tax earnings of $22 million and net income of $4 million. Cash flow(4)
in the third quarter 2008 improved to $25 million versus a negative cash
flow of $(114) million in the same period of 2007. These sales and
operating results are comparable to year-ago levels, however third quarter
2008 performance was attained in a far more challenging market environment
than in the third quarter of the prior year. The third quarter of 2008 was
marked by a faltering global automotive market where new vehicle sales and
production rates fell as a result of a major automotive market downturn.
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Financial Summary (in $millions)
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30 September 30
2008 2007 2008 2007
Net sales $1,692 $1,686 $5,546 $5,165
Gross margin 279 279 941 910
Adjusted gross margin (2) 279 279 1,009 910
Selling, general and
administrative expenses 192 208 613 627
Pre-tax income 22 7 133 68
Net income 4 14 62 22
Adjusted net income (3) 4 14 125 22
Operational EBITDA (1) 178 166 640 578
Cash flow (4) 25 (114) 141 (35)
"The third quarter was increasingly difficult for the automotive
industry. Our strong operating fundamentals served to limit the negative
impact of the market downturn. As a result of our diversification,
Federal-Mogul realized continued strong sales. The company's decisive
response to the declining global automotive market, including sharp cuts in
discretionary spending, coupled with a global restructuring program
designed to eliminate excess operating capacity, reduce requirements for
operations support and streamline SG&A, enabled Federal-Mogul to realize
another profitable quarter and positioned the company for this challenging
market," said Jose Maria Alapont, Federal-Mogul President and CEO.
Federal-Mogul sales for the three-month period ending September 30,
2008, increased $6 million to $1,692 million, compared to $1,686 million
during the same period a year ago. Favorable foreign currency exchange
lifted sales by $65 million in Europe and offset volume declines occurring
largely in North America, while Asia-Pacific and other markets continued to
perform.
Federal-Mogul, in Q3 2008, recorded a gross margin of $279 million or
16.5 percent of sales, compared to the same results, $279 million or 16.5
percent of sales in Q3 2007. The company's Operational EBITDA(1) was $178
million or 10.5 percent of sales, compared to $166 million or 9.8 percent
of sales during the same period in 2007, representing an increase of $12
million or seven percent. The company recorded pre-tax income of $22
million compared to $7 million in the third quarter of 2007. Federal-Mogul
reported net income of $4 million or earnings per share of $0.04, down from
$14 million in the third quarter 2007, due to non-recurrence of tax
benefits of $24 million in Q3 2007. Selling, General and Administrative
(SG&A) expenses were reduced to 11.3 percent of sales during the quarter,
compared to 12.3 percent of sales in the same period of 2007. The company
realized a reduction in SG&A expense of $22 million, partially offset by
foreign currency exchange impact of $6 million, resulting in a net
improvement of $16 million.
Federal-Mogul announced, on September 17, 2008, a global restructuring
plan designed to improve operating performance and respond to the
challenging conditions in the global automotive industry. The plan, when
combined with other workforce adjustments, is expected to reduce the
company's global workforce by approximately 4,000 positions or eight
percent. The planned actions include several initiatives designed to
streamline business processes, consolidate or close selected locations, and
reduce general and administrative staffing.
The company, during Q3, recorded $11 million in restructuring expenses
for workforce severance costs. Federal-Mogul continues to implement
restructuring actions under the plan, and expects to finalize them and
announce closure of a number of facilities during 2009.
"During these challenging times, consistent execution of the company's
proven strategy for sustainable global profitable growth helped to offset
the market downturn and strengthen overall performance," explained Alapont.
"Federal-Mogul has an established track record for restructuring to sustain
operating performance and, furthermore, we possess a solid capital
structure, considerable liquidity and a favorable bank financing package.
This should enable us to retain our leading market position and prepare the
company for future growth opportunities through organic growth or market
consolidation," he added.
"We will continue to focus on our strong fundamentals, including
world-class engineering and manufacturing with a cost-competitive global
footprint; leading technology and innovation in vehicle and industrial
products for fuel economy, alternative energies, emissions reduction and
safety systems; with long-term customer relationships built on excellence
in products and services, supply chain and operating performance," Alapont
continued.
Federal-Mogul, during the quarter, continued to benefit from leading
technology and innovation, as demonstrated by winning major business awards
relating to fuel efficiency, emissions and vehicle safety at leading
European automakers. One example is the company's highly-regarded
Monosteel(R) pistons featuring superior strength and performance due to a
unique closed gallery architecture essential for the next generation of
emissions-compliant heavy-duty diesel engines.
The design addresses increasing thermal, mechanical, abrasion and
corrosion challenges placed on diesel engines. In addition, Federal-Mogul's
innovative aluminum pistons can be manufactured using a proprietary
re-melting process that improves durability in highly-charged light-duty
engines where downsizing has been employed to improve fuel efficiency and
reduce CO2 emissions.
Federal-Mogul reported sales of $5,546 million for the nine-month
period ending September 30, 2008, an increase of $381 million or 7 percent
versus $5,165 million for the same period in 2007.
Gross margin increased to $941 million in the first nine months of 2008
versus $910 million in 2007. Operational EBITDA(1) increased 11 percent, or
$62 million, to $640 million in the first nine months of 2008, as compared
to $578 million in the same period the prior year.
The company recorded pre-tax income of $133 million in the first nine
months of 2008 versus $68 million for the same period in 2007.
Net income was $62 million during the first three quarters of 2008 from
$22 million during the first three quarters of 2007.
The company recorded positive cash flow(4) of $141 million in the first
nine months of 2008, which compares to negative cash flow of $(35) million
in the same period of 2007.
"Federal-Mogul remains a strong company with profitable financial
performance, a solid balance sheet, considerable liquidity, favorable
financing and a diverse portfolio of leading products and customers. Our
sustainable global profitable growth strategy continues to guide the
company as we prepare for challenging market conditions during the
remainder of 2008 and in 2009," Alapont said.
(1) Operational EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest, income
taxes, depreciation and amortization, and certain items such as
restructuring and impairment charges, Chapter 11 related reorganization
expenses, gains or losses on the sales of businesses, and the impact on
gross margin of the fresh-start reporting valuation of inventory as
described in the attached reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures.
(2) Adjusted gross margin is equal to reported gross margin excluding
the $68 million impact on gross margin of the fresh-start reporting
valuation of inventory recorded in the first quarter 2008 as described in
the attached reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures.
(3) Adjusted net income is equal to reported net income excluding the
$68 million impact on gross margin on the fresh- start reporting of
inventory adjusted for the tax benefit on the inventory adjustment of $5
million recorded in the first quarter 2008 as described in the attached
reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures.
(4) Cash flow is equal to net cash provided by operating activities
less net cash used by investing activities as described in the attached
statement of cash flows.
About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation is a leading global supplier of powertrain
and safety technologies, serving the world's foremost original equipment
manufacturers of automotive, light commercial, heavy-duty and off-highway
vehicles, as well as in power generation, aerospace, marine, rail,
industrial, and the worldwide aftermarket. The company's leading technology
and innovation, lean manufacturing expertise, as well as marketing and
distribution deliver world-class products, brands and services with quality
excellence at a competitive cost. Federal-Mogul is focused on its
sustainable global profitable growth strategy, creating value and
satisfaction for its customers, shareholders and employees. Federal-Mogul
was founded in Detroit in 1899. The company is headquartered in Southfield,
Michigan, and employs nearly 47,000 people in 31 countries. Visit the
company's Web site at http://www.federalmogul.com .
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements contained in this press release, which are not historical
fact, constitute "Forward-Looking Statements." Actual results may differ
materially due to numerous important factors that are described in
Federal-Mogul's most recent report to the SEC on Form 10-K, which may be
revised or supplemented in subsequent reports to the SEC on Forms 10-Q and
8-K. Such factors include, among others, the cost and timing of
implementing restructuring actions, the Company's ability to generate cost
savings or manufacturing efficiencies to offset or exceed contractually or
competitively required price reductions or price reductions to obtain new
business, conditions in the automotive industry, and certain global and
regional economic conditions. Federal-Mogul does not intend or assume any
obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or
circumstances after the date of this press release.
CONTACT: Paula Silver - 248-354-4530
Jennifer Rass - 248-354-7502
F E D E R A L - M O G U L C O R P O R A T I O N
C O N S O L I D A T E D S T A T E M E N T S O F
O P E R A T I O N S
(Millions of Dollars, Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
Successor Predecessor Successor Predecessor
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Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30 September 30
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2008 2007 2008 2007
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Net sales $1,692.0 $1,685.5 $5,546.4 $5,165.4
Cost of products sold (1,413.1) (1,406.0) (4,605.5) (4,255.7)
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Gross margin 278.9 279.5 940.9 909.7
Selling, general and
administrative expenses (191.7) (207.7) (612.8) (627.3)
Interest expense, net (46.6) (49.9) (137.2) (151.8)
Amortization expense (21.4) (4.7) (56.7) (14.0)
Chapter 11 and U.K.
Administration related
reorganization expenses (2.3) (15.3) (15.3) (56.5)
Equity earnings of unconsolidated
affiliates 4.2 9.6 20.7 27.6
Restructuring expense, net (11.3) (9.8) (14.0) (39.4)
Other income, net 12.1 5.6 7.8 19.7
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Income before income taxes 21.9 7.3 133.4 68.0
Income tax (expense) benefit,
net (18.3) 6.4 (71.7) (45.8)
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Net income $3.6 $13.7 $61.7 $22.2
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Income per common share:
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Basic $0.04 $0.15 $0.62 $0.25
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Diluted 0.04 0.15 0.62 0.24
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F E D E R A L - M O G U L C O R P O R A T I O N
C O N S O L I D A T E D B A L A N C E S H E E T S
(Millions of Dollars)
Successor
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(Unaudited)
ASSETS September 30 December 31
2008 2007
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Current assets:
Cash and equivalents $781.5 $425.4
Accounts receivable, net 1,185.7 1,095.9
Inventories, net 1,034.0 1,074.3
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 318.3 526.4
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Total current assets 3,319.5 3,122.0
Property, plant and equipment, net 2,014.9 2,061.8
Goodwill and indefinite-lived
intangible assets 1,500.5 1,852.0
Definite-lived intangible assets, net 582.7 310.0
Other noncurrent assets 496.3 520.5
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$7,913.9 $7,866.3
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short-term debt, including current
portion of long-term debt $135.8 $117.8
Accounts payable 641.5 726.6
Accrued liabilities 465.0 496.0
Current portion of postemployment
benefit liability 60.8 61.2
Other current liabilities 152.1 167.3
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Total current liabilities 1,455.2 1,568.9
Long-term debt 2,771.9 2,517.6
Postemployment benefits 920.0 936.9
Long-term portion of deferred income taxes 339.4 331.4
Other accrued liabilities 262.6 300.3
Minority interest in consolidated subsidiaries 51.3 87.5
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock 1.0 1.0
Additional paid-in capital, including
warrants 2,122.7 2,122.7
Retained earnings 61.7 -
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (55.2) -
Treasury stock, at cost (16.7) -
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Total shareholders' equity 2,113.5 2,123.7
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$7,913.9 $7,866.3
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F E D E R A L - M O G U L C O R P O R A T I O N
C O N S O L I D A T E D S T A T E M E N T S O F C A S H F L O W S
(Unaudited)
Successor Predecessor
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Nine Months Ended
September 30
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2008 2007
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(Millions of Dollars)
Cash Provided From (Used By) Operating
Activities
Net income $61.7 $22.2
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net
cash provided from operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 265.8 261.4
Cash received from 524(g) Trust 225.0 -
Change in postemployment
benefits, including pensions 8.5 (80.8)
Change in deferred taxes 1.7 (20.5)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable (107.9) (127.6)
Inventories 21.9 (14.3)
Accounts payable (75.9) 56.4
Other assets and liabilities (25.5) 41.2
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Net Cash Provided From Operating
Activities 375.3 138.0
Cash Provided From (Used By) Investing
Activities
Expenditures for property, plant and
equipment (240.2) (220.4)
Net proceeds from the sale of property,
plant and equipment 10.9 26.1
Net proceeds from sale of business - 14.0
Proceeds from sale of investment - 13.8
Payments to acquire minority interests - (6.8)
Payments to acquire business (4.7) -
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Net Cash Used By Investing Activities (234.0) (173.3)
Cash Provided From (Used By) Financing
Activities
Proceeds from borrowings on exit facility 2,082.0 -
Repayment of Tranche A, Revolver and PIK Notes (1,790.8) -
Proceeds from borrowings on DIP credit facility - 658.8
Principal payments on DIP credit facility - (247.0)
Repayment of pre-petition Tranche C debt - (330.0)
Increase (decrease) in short-term debt (0.2) 9.0
Decrease in other long-term debt (31.4) (5.0)
Purchase of treasury stock (16.7) -
Decrease in factoring arrangements (15.5) (55.4)
Debt refinance fees (0.6) (0.1)
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Net Cash Provided From (Used By)
Financing Activities 226.8 30.3
Effect of foreign currency exchange
rate fluctuations on cash (12.0) 11.9
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Increase in cash and equivalents 356.1 6.9
Cash and equivalents at beginning of period 425.4 359.3
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Cash and equivalents at end of period $781.5 $366.2
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F E D E R A L - M O G U L C O R P O R A T I O N
RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(Millions of Dollars)
(Unaudited)
Successor Predecessor Successor Predecessor
Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30 September 30
--------------------- ---------------------
2008 2007 2008 2007
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Gross margin as reported $278.9 $279.5 $940.9 $909.7
Adj to exclude impact of
fresh-start valuation of
inventory - - 68.2 -
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Adjusted gross margin $278.9 $279.5 $1,009.1 $909.7
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Net Income $3.6 $13.7 $61.7 $22.2
Adj to exclude impact of
fresh-start valuation of
inventory - - 68.2 -
Income tax benefit of
inventory adjustment - - (4.9) -
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Adjusted Net Income $3.6 $13.7 $125.0 $22.2
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Income before income taxes $21.9 $7.3 $133.4 $68.0
Depreciation and amortization 94.7 89.4 265.8 261.4
Chapter 11 and U.K.
Administration related
reorganization expenses 2.3 15.3 15.3 56.5
Interest expense, net 46.6 49.9 137.2 151.8
Restructuring expense, net 11.3 9.8 14.0 39.4
Fresh-start inventory adjustment - - 68.2 -
Other 0.9 (5.8) 6.0 0.5
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Operational EBITDA $177.7 $165.9 $639.9 $577.6
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Management believes that excluding the non-recurring, non-cash impact
of fresh-start valuation of inventory from gross margin and net income
provides information most comparable to that of the prior year.
Management believes that Operational EBITDA most closely approximates
the cash flow associated with the operational earnings of the Company
and uses Operational EBITDA to measure the performance of its
operations. Operational EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest,
income taxes, depreciation and amortization, and certain items such as
restructuring and impairment charges, Chapter 11 related reorganization
expenses, gains or losses on the sales of businesses, and the impact on
gross margin of the fresh-start reporting valuation of inventory.
SOURCE Federal-Mogul Corporation
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