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Intier announces 2004 second quarter and year to date results
NEWMARKET, ON, Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Intier Automotive Inc. (TSX:
IAI.A, NASDAQ: IAIA) today reported financial results for the second quarter
ended June 30, 2004. Diluted earnings per share for the second quarter ended
June 30, 2004 were $0.61 as compared to diluted earnings per share from
continuing operations of $0.36 for the second quarter ended June 30, 2003.
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All results are reported in millions of U.S. dollars, except earnings
per share figures, in accordance with Canadian Generally Accepted
Accounting Principles.
THREE MONTH PERIODS SIX MONTH PERIODS
ENDED JUNE 30, ENDED JUNE 30,
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
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2004 2003 2004 2003
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Sales $ 1,409.5 $ 1,120.7 $ 2,802.6 $ 2,140.6
Operating income $ 67.9 $ 39.9 $ 122.9 $ 70.6
Net income from
continuing operations $ 38.0 $ 19.7 $ 67.9 $ 34.1
Net income $ 38.0 $ 19.4 $ 62.6 $ 33.0
Diluted earnings per
share from continuing
operations $ 0.61 $ 0.36 $ 1.10 $ 0.63
Diluted earnings
per share $ 0.61 $ 0.35 $ 1.02 $ 0.62
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(1) Effective January 1, 2004, the Company adopted the Canadian
Institute of Chartered Accountants Handbook Section 3110 "Asset
Retirement Obligations." See Note 4 to the Unaudited Interim
Consolidated Financial Statements.
(2) On January 31, 2004, the Company sold a manufacturing facility
reported in the European Interior Systems segment with an effective
date of sale of January 1, 2004. As required by the Canadian
Institute of Chartered Accountants Handbook Section 3475 "Disposal
of Long Lived Assets and Discontinued Operations" ("CICA 3475"), the
financial results of the manufacturing facility's operations have
been separately disclosed as discontinued operations.
Sales increased 26% to $1,409.5 million for the three month period ended June
30, 2004 compared to $1,120.7 million for the three month period ended June 30,
2003. This growth is attributable primarily to increased average dollar
content per vehicle in North America resulting from new products launched
during the first half of 2004 and the second half of 2003. The strengthening of
the euro and British pound relative to the U.S. dollar also contributed to
sales growth in Europe.
North American production sales grew to $909.2 million in the second quarter of
2004 compared to $637.2 million in the second quarter of 2003 as a result of
the higher North American average dollar content per vehicle. North American
average dollar content per vehicle increased to $218 for the second quarter of
2004 compared to $153 for the second quarter of 2003. New products that
contributed to this increase included the complete seats, headliner and
instrument panel for the Chevrolet Equinox and the second and third row stow in
floor seats for the DaimlerChrysler minivan. North American light vehicle
production volumes remained relatively unchanged at approximately 4.2 million
units for the three month periods ended June 30, 2004 and 2003.
Western European production sales increased 9% to $419.4 million for the second
quarter of 2004 from $383.3 million for the second quarter of 2003. This
increase is primarily the result of the strengthening of the British Pound and
euro relative to the U.S. dollar. New products launched in the second quarter
of 2004 and in the second half of 2003 also contributed to the increased sales.
Second quarter of 2004 launches included the door panels for the BMW 1 Series;
a modular side door latch for a number of Audi programs; and the door panels,
interior trim, carpet and cargo management system for the Mercedes A-Class.
Western European average dollar content per vehicle increased to $95 for the
second quarter of 2004 compared to $88 for the second quarter of 2003. Western
European vehicle production volumes increased 2% to 4.4 million units for the
second quarter of 2004 compared to 4.3 million units for the second quarter of
2003.
Consolidated tooling and engineering sales for the three month period ended
June 30, 2004 decreased by 19% to $80.9 million from $100.2 million for the
three month period ended June 30, 2003.
Operating income for the second quarter of 2004 increased to $67.9 million
compared to $39.9 million for the second quarter of 2003. This increase was
primarily attributable to higher sales resulting from new products, lower start
up costs at new facilities and increased operating efficiencies at certain
divisions compared to the same period in the previous year. These improvements
were partially offset by higher raw material prices, increased selling, general
and administrative costs and higher depreciation expense.
The Company continued to generate free cash after investment activities. During
the second quarter of fiscal 2004, cash generated from operations before
changes in working capital was $85.9 million. An additional $10.3 million of
cash was generated from working capital resulting in total cash from operating
activities of $96.2 million. Investment activities during the second quarter of
2004 were $32.6 million resulting in free cash before financing activities of
$63.6 million for the quarter.
Diluted earnings per share were $0.61 for the three month period ended June 30,
2004 compared to diluted earnings per share from continuing operations of $0.36
for the three month period ended June 30, 2003.
Commenting on the second quarter results, Don Walker, the Company's President
and Chief Executive Officer, stated "We are pleased with our results in the
past quarter. This is a reflection of the significant investments in product
launches made over the past two years and of our continued concentration on
operational efficiencies worldwide. Looking forward, we intend to focus on
commercializing many of our new technologies for our customers."
Intier Automotive's Board of Directors declared a dividend in respect of the
second quarter of 2004 of US$0.10 per share on the Class A Subordinate Voting
and Class B Shares payable on or after September 15, 2004 to shareholders of
record on August 31, 2004. The Board also declared a dividend of US$2,728,750
on the outstanding Convertible Series 1 and 2 Preferred Shares payable on or
after September 30, 2004 to holders of the Convertible Series Preferred Shares
of record on August 31, 2004.
2004 OUTLOOK
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For the full year, North American and European light vehicle production volumes
are expected to be approximately 16.0 million and 16.4 million units,
respectively. Full year average dollar content per vehicle is expected to be
between $200 and $205 for North America and $97 to $103 for Europe. Based on
these production volume estimates, product mix and foreign exchange rate
assumptions and tooling and engineering sales estimates, 2004 total sales are
expected to be between $5.2 billion and $5.4 billion.
Intier is a global full service supplier and integrator of automotive interior
and closure components, systems and modules. It directly supplies most of the
major automobile manufacturers in the world with approximately 23,700 employees
at 73 manufacturing facilities, and 15 product development, engineering and
testing centres in North America, Europe, Brazil, Japan and China.
Intier will hold a conference call to discuss the second quarter results on
Thursday, August 5, 2004 at 1:30 p.m. EST (Toronto Time). The number to use for
this call is 1 800-396-0424. Overseas callers should use 1-416-641-6657. Please
call in 10 minutes prior to the conference call. For anyone unable to listen to
the scheduled call, the rebroadcast number will be 1 800 558-5253 and
416-626-4100 (reservation number is 21202583). The conference call will be
chaired by Don Walker, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman and
Michael McCarthy, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer.
This press release may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of
applicable securities legislation. Such statements involve certain risks,
assumptions and uncertainties which may cause actual future results and
performance of Intier Automotive Inc. (the "Company") to be materially
different from those expressed or implied in these statements. These risks,
assumptions and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: industry
cyclicality, including reductions or increases in production volumes; trade and
labour disruption; pricing concessions and cost absorptions; product warranty,
recall and product liability costs; the Company's financial performance;
changes in the economic and competitive markets in which the Company competes;
relationships with OEM customers; customer price pressures; the Company's
dependence on certain vehicle programs; currency exposure; energy prices; and
certain other risks, assumptions and uncertainties disclosed in the Company's
public filings. The Company disclaims any intention and undertakes no
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect
subsequent information, events or circumstances or otherwise.
INTIER AUTOMOTIVE INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(U.S. dollars in millions)
(Unaudited)
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June 30, December 31,
2004 2003
(restated -
notes 4,5)
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ASSETS
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Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 315.2 $ 216.7
Accounts receivable 921.1 805.5
Inventories 288.3 302.9
Prepaid expenses and other 39.6 37.8
Discontinued operations - 7.3
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1,564.2 1,370.2
Capital assets, net 559.9 567.3
Goodwill 114.8 116.4
Future tax assets 62.6 70.7
Other assets 28.3 21.8
Discontinued operations - 1.8
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$ 2,329.8 $ 2,148.2
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
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Current liabilities:
Bank indebtedness $ 35.1 $ 29.7
Accounts payable 930.2 827.3
Accrued salaries and wages 75.0 74.2
Other accrued liabilities (note 6) 117.3 101.3
Income taxes payable 2.6 2.4
Long-term debt due within one year 4.4 4.4
Convertible Series Preferred Shares (note 10) 215.0 108.6
Discontinued operations - 4.8
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1,379.6 1,152.7
Long-term debt 30.8 33.0
Other long-term liabilities 47.4 44.2
Convertible Series Preferred Shares (note 10) - 106.1
Future tax liabilities 56.7 44.9
Minority interest 1.5 1.1
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Shareholders' equity:
Convertible Series Preferred Shares (note 8) 9.2 11.8
Class A Subordinate Voting Shares (note 8) 97.4 86.1
Class B Shares (note 8) 495.8 495.8
Contributed surplus (note 9) 0.9 0.6
Retained earnings 107.2 57.4
Currency translation adjustment 103.3 114.5
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813.8 766.2
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$ 2,329.8 $ 2,148.2
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INTIER AUTOMOTIVE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND RETAINED EARNINGS
(U.S. dollars in millions, except per share figures and numbers of
shares)
(Unaudited)
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Three month periods Six month periods
ended June 30, ended June 30,
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2004 2003 2004 2003
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(restated - (restated -
notes 4,5) notes 4,5)
Sales $ 1,409.5 $ 1,120.7 $ 2,802.6 $ 2,140.6
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Cost of goods sold (note 6) 1,229.2 982.2 2,458.8 1,878.3
Depreciation and
amortization 27.2 24.4 54.1 47.9
Selling, general and
administrative (note 9) 66.1 56.8 129.4 110.8
Affiliation and social fees 19.1 17.4 37.4 33.0
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Operating income 67.9 39.9 122.9 70.6
Interest expense, net 0.6 0.5 1.7 1.0
Amortization of discount
on Convertible Series
Preferred Shares 1.6 3.0 3.1 6.0
Equity (income) loss (0.3) 0.1 (0.7) (0.2)
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Income before income taxes
and minority interest 66.0 36.3 118.8 63.8
Income taxes 27.9 16.3 50.5 29.3
Minority interest 0.1 0.3 0.4 0.4
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Net income from continuing
operations $ 38.0 $ 19.7 $ 67.9 $ 34.1
Net loss from discontinued
operations - 0.3 5.3 1.1
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Net income 38.0 19.4 62.6 33.0
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Financing charge on
Convertible Series
Preferred Shares 1.4 0.2 2.9 0.6
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Net income attributable to
Class A Subordinate Voting
and Class B Shares 36.6 19.2 59.7 32.4
Retained earnings,
beginning of period 75.6 25.2 57.4 17.2
Adjustment for change in
accounting policy for
asset retirement obligations - - - (2.8)
Dividends on Class A
Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares (5.0) (5.0) (9.9) (7.4)
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Retained earnings,
end of period $ 107.2 $ 39.4 $ 107.2 $ 39.4
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Earnings per Class A
Subordinate Voting or
Class B Share from
continuing operations
Basic $ 0.74 $ 0.40 $ 1.32 $ 0.69
Diluted $ 0.61 $ 0.36 $ 1.10 $ 0.63
Earnings per Class A
Subordinate Voting or
Class B Share
Basic $ 0.74 $ 0.40 $ 1.21 $ 0.67
Diluted $ 0.61 $ 0.35 $ 1.02 $ 0.62
Average number of Class A
Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares
outstanding (in millions)
Basic 49.6 48.4 49.4 48.3
Diluted 64.7 63.3 64.4 63.2
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INTIER AUTOMOTIVE INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(U.S. dollars in millions)
(Unaudited)
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Three month periods Six month periods
ended June 30, ended June 30,
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2004 2003 2004 2003
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(restated - (restated -
notes 4,5) notes 4,5)
Cash provided from (used for):
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income from continuing
operations $ 38.0 $ 19.7 $ 67.9 $ 34.1
Items not involving
current cash flows 47.9 36.2 85.4 68.7
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85.9 55.9 153.3 102.8
Change in non-cash
working capital 10.3 (48.2) 16.3 (3.5)
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96.2 7.7 169.6 99.3
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INVESTMENT ACTIVITIES
Capital asset additions (27.3) (33.2) (52.6) (57.1)
Investments and other
asset additions (5.4) (3.9) (9.9) (5.8)
Proceeds from disposition
of capital assets and other 0.1 - 0.8 0.1
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(32.6) (37.1) (61.7) (62.8)
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FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Increase (decrease) in bank
indebtedness 13.8 (30.7) 5.9 (26.9)
Net repayments of long-term
debt and other long-term
liabilities (2.4) (2.5) (4.8) (3.5)
Issue of Class A Subordinate
Voting Shares 3.1 6.5 8.5 6.5
Dividends on Class A
Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares (5.0) (5.0) (9.9) (7.4)
Dividends on Convertible
Series Preferred Shares (2.8) (2.8) (5.5) (5.6)
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6.7 (34.5) (5.8) (36.9)
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Effect of exchange rate changes
on cash and cash equivalents (0.6) 9.0 (3.6) 10.5
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Net increase (decrease) in
cash and cash equivalents
during the period 69.7 (54.9) 98.5 10.1
Cash and cash equivalents,
beginning of period 245.5 306.3 216.7 241.3
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Cash and cash equivalents,
end of period $ 315.2 $ 251.4 $ 315.2 $ 251.4
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NOTES TO INTERIM CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(All amounts in U.S. dollars unless otherwise noted and all tabular
amounts in millions, except per share figures and number of shares.)
1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The unaudited interim consolidated financial statements have been
prepared following the accounting policies as set out in the 2003
annual audited consolidated financial statements included in the
Company's 2003 Annual Report to Shareholders, except for the
accounting changes set out below.
The unaudited interim consolidated financial statements have been
prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting
principals ("GAAP"), except that certain disclosures required for
annual financial statements have not been included. Accordingly,
these unaudited interim consolidated financial statements should be
read in conjunction with the 2003 annual audited consolidated
financial statements as included in the Company's 2003 Annual Report
to Shareholders.
In the opinion of management, the unaudited interim consolidated
financial statements reflect all adjustments, which consist only of
normal and recurring adjustments, necessary to present fairly the
financial position of the Company at June 30, 2004, and the results
of operations and cash flows for the three and six month periods
ended June 30, 2004 and 2003.
2. CYCLICALITY
Substantially all revenue is derived from sales to North American and
European facilities of the major automobile manufacturers. The
Company's operations are exposed to the cyclicality inherent in the
automobile industry and to changes in the economic and competitive
environments in which the Company operates. The Company is dependent
on continued relationships with the major automobile manufacturers.
3. USE OF ESTIMATES
The preparation of the unaudited interim consolidated financial
statements in conformity with Canadian generally accepted accounting
principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that
affect the amounts reported in the unaudited interim consolidated
financial statements and accompanying notes. Management believes that
the estimates utilized in preparing its unaudited interim
consolidated financial statements are reasonable and prudent;
however, actual results could differ from these estimates.
4. ACCOUNTING CHANGES
Asset Retirement Obligations
Effective January 1, 2004, the Company adopted the Canadian Institute
of Chartered Accountants ("CICA") Handbook Section 3110, "Asset
Retirement Obligations", which establishes standards for the
recognition, measurement and disclosure of asset retirement
obligations and the related asset retirement costs. The Company has
adopted this section retroactively and as such, the financial
statements of the prior period have been adjusted accordingly.
The retroactive changes to the Consolidated Balance Sheet at December
31, 2003 are as follows:
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Capital assets $ 6.1
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$ 6.1
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Other long-term liabilities $ 11.6
Future tax liabilities (1.0)
Retained earnings (3.7)
Currency translation (0.8)
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$ 6.1
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Net income for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2003
was reduced by $0.3 million and $0.5 million, respectively. Basic and
diluted earnings per share for the three month period were reduced by
$0.01 and nil, respectively. Basic and diluted earnings per share for
the six month period were reduced by $0.01 and $0.01, respectively.
Revenue Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables
The Company adopted CICA Emerging Issues Committee Abstract No. 142,
"Revenue Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables" ("EIC-142")
prospectively for new revenue arrangements with multiple deliverables
entered into by the Company on or after January 1, 2004. The Company
enters into such multiple element arrangements where it has
separately priced tooling contracts that are entered into at the same
time as contracts for subsequent parts production or vehicle
assembly. EIC-142 addresses how a vendor determines whether an
arrangement involving multiple deliverables contains more than one
unit of accounting and also addresses how consideration should be
measured and allocated to the separate units of accounting in the
arrangement. Separately priced tooling can be accounted for as a
separate revenue element only in circumstances where the tooling has
value to the customer on a standalone basis and there is objective
and reliable evidence of the fair value of the subsequent parts
production or vehicle assembly. The adoption of EIC-142 did not have
a material effect on the Company's revenue or earnings for the three
and six month periods ended June 30, 2004.
Stock-Based Compensation
In accordance with the CICA amended Handbook Section 3870
"Stock-Based Compensation and other Stock-Based Payments"
("CICA 3870"), effective January 1, 2003, the Company prospectively
adopted without restatement of any comparable period the fair value
method for recognizing compensation expense for fixed price stock
options. As a result, during the three and six month periods ended
June 30, 2004, the Company recognized compensation expense of
$0.2 million and $0.3 million, respectively. There was no
compensation expense recognized during the three and six month
periods ended June 30, 2003.
5. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
On January 31, 2004, the Company sold a manufacturing facility
reported in the Europe Interior Systems segment with an effective
date of sale of January 1, 2004. The impact of the sale was a net
loss from discontinued operations of $5.3 million, which included a
$1.8 million write-off of future tax assets. The loss from
discontinued operations was recognized in the three month period
ended March 31, 2004.
As required by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants
Handbook section 3475 "Disposal of Long-Lived Assets and Discontinued
Operations" ("CICA 3475"), the financial results of the manufacturing
facility's operations have been separately disclosed as discontinued
operations.
The Company's assets, liabilities and equity, revenues and expenses
and cash flows related to discontinued operations are as follows:
Balance Sheet:
As at December 31 2003
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ASSETS
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Current Assets
Accounts receivable $ 5.2
Inventory 2.0
Prepaid expenses and other 0.1
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7.3
Future tax assets 1.8
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$ 9.1
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LIABILITIES AND NET INVESTMENT
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Current Liabilities
Accounts payable $ 3.5
Accrued salaries and wages 0.8
Other accrued liabilities 0.5
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4.8
Net investment 4.3
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$ 9.1
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Statement of Income:
Three month Six month
period ended period ended
June 30, 2003 June 30, 2003
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Sales $ 11.5 $ 23.2
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Costs of goods sold 11.0 22.8
Selling, general and administrative 0.4 0.8
Affiliation and social fees 0.2 0.4
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Operating loss (0.1) (0.8)
Income taxes 0.2 0.3
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Net loss $ (0.3) $ (1.1)
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Statement of Cash Flow:
Three month Six month
period ended period ended
June 30, 2003 June 30, 2003
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Cash provided from (used for):
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net loss $ (0.3) (1.1)
Items not involving current cash flows 0.2 0.3
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(0.1) (0.8)
Change in non-cash working capital (1.8) 0.1
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(1.9) (0.7)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Issues of debt 1.9 0.7
Net change in cash and cash
equivalents during the period - -
Cash and cash equivalents,
beginning of period - -
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Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ - $ -
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6. RESTRUCTURING PROVISIONS
During the first quarter of 2004, the Company recorded a
restructuring charge of $2.5 million for severance and termination
costs related to the closure of a manufacturing facility formerly
reported in the Closure Systems segment. As at June 30, 2004, $2.0
million of this provision for severance and termination costs is
included in other accrued liabilities.
7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
a) On June 10, 2004, the Company was served with a statement of
claim issued in the Ontario Superior Court of Justice by C-MAC
Invotronics Inc., a subsidiary of Solectron Corporation. The
plaintiff is a supplier of electro-mechanical and electronic
automotive parts and components to the Company. The Statement of
claim alleges, among other things:
- improper use by the Company of the plaintiff's confidential
information and technology in order to design and manufacture
certain automotive parts and components; and
- breach of contract related to a failure by the Company to
fulfill certain preferred sourcing obligations arising under a
strategic alliance agreement signed by the parties at the time
of the Company's disposition of the Invotronic's business
division to the plaintiff in September, 2000.
The plaintiffs are seeking, among other things, compensatory
damages in the amount of Cdn. $150 million and punitive damages
in the amount of Cdn. $10 million. Despite the early stages of
the litigation, the Company believes it has valid defenses to the
plaintiffs' claims and therefore intends to defend this case
vigorously.
b) In the ordinary course of business activities, the Company may be
contingently liable for litigation and claims with customers,
suppliers and former employees and for environmental remediation
costs. Management believes that adequate provisions have been
recorded in the accounts where required. Although it is not
possible to estimate the extent of potential costs and losses, if
any, management believes, but can provide no assurance that the
ultimate resolution of such contingencies would not have a
material adverse effect on the financial position and results of
operations of the Company. Please refer to Note 22
"Contingencies" in the 2003 audited consolidated financial
statements included in the Company's 2003 Annual Report to
Shareholders.
c) In February 2003, the CICA issued Accounting Guideline No. 14,
"Disclosure of Guarantees" ("AcG-14"). Consistent with AcG-14,
the Company has provided disclosure about guarantees as required
for interim periods beginning on or after January 1, 2003.
The Company has guarantees to third parties that include future
rent, utility costs, workers compensation claims under
development, commitments linked to maintaining specific
employment, customs duties and obligations linked to performance
of specific vehicle programs. The amounts of these guarantees are
not individually or in aggregate significant.
d) During the second quarter of 2004, the Company entered into an
operating lease agreement for vehicle parts tooling. The lease
facility requires lease payments for tooling costs, which
approximated $10.0 million, be made monthly over the lease term
expiring in January 2008. The lease commenced when all tooling
costs were funded on June 18, 2004.
8. CAPITAL STOCK
Class and Series of Outstanding Securities
The Company's share structure has remained consistent with that in
place as at December 31, 2003. For details concerning the nature of
the Company's securities, please refer to Note 13 "Convertible Series
Preferred Shares" and note 14 "Capital Stock" in the 2003 audited
consolidated financial statements included in the Company's 2003
Annual Report to Shareholders.
The following table summarizes the outstanding share capital of the
Company:
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Authorized Issued
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Convertible Series Preferred Shares(i)
(Convertible into Class A Subordinate
Voting Shares) 2,250,000 2,183,000
Preferred Shares, issuable in series Unlimited -
Class A Subordinate Voting Shares
(i),(ii),(iii) Unlimited 7,127,491
Class B Shares
(Convertible into Class A Subordinate
Voting Shares) Unlimited 42,751,938
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(i) On June 22, 2004, Magna International Inc. ("Magna") exercised
its right to convert 27,500 Series 1 Convertible Preferred
Shares into Class A Subordinate Voting Shares of the Company.
The Company's Convertible Series Preferred Shares are
convertible by Magna at a fixed conversion price of U.S.$15.09
per Class A Subordinate Voting Share and accordingly, Magna
received 182,239 Class A Subordinate Voting Shares of the
Company.
(ii) The stated value of Class A Subordinate Voting Shares increased
by $2.6 million and $7.7 million during the three and six month
periods ended June 30, 2004, representing 146,633 and 455,241
shares issued to the Company's Employee Equity and Profit
Participation Program.
(iii) The stated value of Class A Subordinate Voting Shares also
increased by $0.5 million and $0.8 million during the three and
six month periods ended June 30, 2004, representing 38,050
shares and 58,750 shares issued on the exercise of stock
options granted under the Company's Incentive Stock Option
Plan.
Maximum Number of Shares
The following table presents the maximum number of Class A
Subordinate Voting and Class B Shares that would be outstanding if
all of the outstanding options and Convertible Series Preferred
Shares issued and outstanding as at June 30, 2004 were exercised or
converted:
Number of Shares
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Class A Subordinate Voting Shares outstanding
as at June 30, 2004 7,127,491
Class B Shares outstanding as at June 30, 2004 42,751,938
Options to purchase Class A Subordinate Voting Shares 3,500,550
Convertible Series Preferred Shares, convertible
at $15.09 per share 14,466,534
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67,846,513
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The number of shares reserved to be issued for stock options is
5,929,050 Class A Subordinate Voting Shares of which 2,428,500 are
reserved but unoptioned at June 30, 2004.
Incentive Stock Options
Information concerning the Company's Incentive Stock Option Plan is
included in note 14 "Capital Stock" of the 2003 audited consolidated
financial statements included in the Company's 2003 Annual Report to
Shareholders. The following is a continuity schedule of options
outstanding:
Canadian dollar options
Weighted average Options
Number exercise price exercisable
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Outstanding at
December 31, 2003 2,002,300 Cdn.$ 22.02 1,031,500
Exercised (1,600) Cdn.$ 21.00 (1,600)
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Outstanding at
March 31, 2004 2,000,700 Cdn.$ 22.02 1,029,900
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Exercised (9,700) Cdn.$ 21.00 (9,700)
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Outstanding at
June 30, 2004 1,991,000 Cdn.$ 22.02 1,020,200
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U.S. dollar options
Weighted average Options
Number exercise price exercisable
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Outstanding at
December 31, 2003 1,557,000 U.S.$ 14.68 856,600
Exercised (19,100) U.S.$ 13.72 (19,100)
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Outstanding at
March 31, 2004 1,537,900 U.S.$ 14.69 837,500
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Exercised (28,350) U.S.$ 13.72 (28,350)
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Outstanding at
June 30, 2004 1,509,550 U.S.$ 14.71 809,150
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9. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
Prior to 2003, the Company did not recognize compensation expense for
its outstanding fixed price stock options. Effective January 1, 2003,
the Company adopted the fair value recognition provisions of
CICA 3870 for all stock options granted after January 1, 2003. The
fair value of stock options is estimated at the date of grant using
the Black-Scholes options pricing model.
For the three month and six month periods ended June 30, 2004, the
compensation expense recognized in selling, general and
administrative expense and credited to contributed surplus related to
the Company's outstanding fixed price stock options amounted to
approximately $0.2 million and $0.3 million respectively (for the
three and six month periods ended June 30, 2003 - nil and nil,
respectively).
For the three month and six month periods ended June 30, 2004 and
2003, no options were granted under the Company's Incentive Stock
Option Plan.
If the fair value recognition provisions would have been adopted
effective January 1, 2002 for all stock options granted after
January 1, 2002, the Company's pro forma net income attributable to
Class A Subordinate Voting and Class B Shares and pro forma basic and
diluted earnings per Class A Subordinate Voting or Class B Share for
the three and six months ended June 30, 2004 and 2003 would have been
as follows:
Three month periods Six month periods
ended June 30, ended June 30,
2004 2003 2004 2003
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Pro forma net income
attributable to Class
A Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares from
continuing
operations $ 36.4 $ 19.3 $ 64.6 $ 33.1
Pro forma earnings
per Class A
Subordinate Voting
or Class B share from
continuing operations
Basic $ 0.73 $ 0.40 $ 1.31 $ 0.69
Diluted $ 0.61 $ 0.36 $ 1.10 $ 0.63
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10. CONVERTIBLE SERIES PREFERRED SHARES
The liability amount for Series 1 and Series 2 Convertible Preferred
Shares are presented as current liabilities. The Series 1 Convertible
Preferred Shares are retractable by Magna at their carrying value of
$105.8 million, together with all declared and unpaid dividends,
after December 31, 2003. The Series 2 Convertible Preferred Shares
are retractable by Magna at their carrying value of $109.2 million,
together with all declared and unpaid dividends, after December 31,
2004. The Series 1 and Series 2 Convertible Preferred Shares are also
convertible by Magna into the Company's Class A Subordinate Voting
Shares at a fixed conversion price of U.S.$15.09 per Class A
Subordinate Voting Share. The Series 1 and Series 2 Convertible
Preferred Shares are redeemable by the Company commencing
December 31, 2005.
11. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT EXPENSE
The Company recorded pension and other employee future benefit
expenses as follows:
Three month periods Six month periods
ended June 30, ended June 30,
2004 2003 2004 2003
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Defined benefit
pension plans $ 2.5 $ 2.9 $ 5.4 $ 4.2
Post retirement
medical benefit plans 0.6 0.4 1.2 0.9
Other 0.4 0.3 0.9 0.6
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Total $ 3.5 $ 3.6 $ 7.5 $ 5.7
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12. SEGMENTED INFORMATION
The Company's segmented results of operations are as follows:
Three month period ended Three month period ended
June 30, 2004 June 30, 2003
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Operating Capital Operating Capital
Total income assets, Total income assets,
Sales (loss) net Sales (loss) net
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Interior
Systems
North
America $ 726.2 $ 53.5 $ 256.7 $ 473.4 $ 22.9 $ 243.2
Europe 398.1 (3.6) 187.3 393.6 (0.5) 174.8
Closure
Systems 286.9 17.0 115.3 255.0 17.1 105.9
Corporate,
other and
intersegment
eliminations (1.7) 1.0 0.6 (1.3) 0.4 0.8
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Total
reportable
segments $1,409.5 $ 67.9 $ 559.9 $1,120.7 $ 39.9 $ 524.7
Current
assets 1,564.2 1,302.3
Goodwill,
future tax
and other
assets 205.7 196.3
Assets of
discontinued
operations - 9.5
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Consolidated
total assets $2,329.8 $2,032.8
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June 30, 2004 June 30, 2003
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Operating Capital Operating Capital
Total income assets, Total income assets,
Sales (loss) net Sales (loss) net
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Interior
Systems
North
America $1,399.9 $ 98.7 $ 256.7 $ 901.1 $ 35.5 $ 243.2
Europe 815.0 (10.7) 187.3 749.7 2.8 174.8
Closure
Systems 590.9 34.2 115.3 491.9 31.7 105.9
Corporate,
other and
intersegment
eliminations (3.2) 0.7 0.6 (2.1) 0.6 0.8
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Total
reportable
segments $2,802.6 $ 122.9 $ 559.9 $2,140.6 $ 70.6 $ 524.7
Current
assets 1,564.2 1,302.3
Goodwill,
future tax
and other
assets 205.7 196.3
Assets of
discontinued
operations - 9.5
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Consolidated
total assets $2,329.8 $2,032.8
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13. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
Subsequent to June 30, 2004, the Company signed a letter of intent to
proceed with the sale of one of its facilities in the European
Interior Systems segment. The transaction is expected to close during
the third quarter of 2004.
The impact on the Company is expected to be a loss from disposal of
approximately $7.0 million to $9.0 million, which will be presented
as part of discontinued operations in the third quarter of 2004.
14. COMPARABLE FIGURES
Certain of the comparative figures have been reclassified to conform
to the current period method of presentation.
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS
OF THE RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION FOR
THE THREE AND SIX MONTH PERIODS ENDED JUNE 30, 2004
This Management's Discussion and Analysis of the Results of Operations and
Financial Condition ("MD&A") for the three and six month periods ended June 30,
2004 was prepared as of August 3, 2004 and should be read in conjunction with
the accompanying unaudited interim Consolidated Financial Statements for the
three and six month periods ended June 30, 2004 and the audited Consolidated
Financial Statements and MD&A of Intier Automotive Inc. (the "Company") for the
year ended December 31, 2003, as included in the 2003 Annual Report to
Shareholders. This Management's Discussion and Analysis discusses results of
operations from continuing operations unless otherwise noted (see Note 5
"Discontinued Operations" in the accompanying June 30, 2004 unaudited interim
Consolidated Financial Statements). All amounts in this MD&A are in U.S.
dollars unless otherwise noted.
OVERVIEW
The Company is a global full service supplier of automotive interior and
closure components, systems and modules whose principal products include
interior systems, such as seating systems, cockpit systems, sidewall systems,
cargo management systems and overhead, floor and acoustic systems and related
components; and closure systems, including latching systems, glass moving
systems, power sliding doors and liftgates, mid-door and tailgate modules,
wiper systems and door modules. The Company directly supplies most of the major
automobile manufacturers in the world.
The Company's operations consist of two business segments, Interior and Closure
businesses, which are generally aligned on a product basis with the
corresponding purchasing and engineering groups of the Company's customers. For
the three month period ended June 30, 2004, the Company's Interior segment
accounted for approximately 80% and 74% of the Company's consolidated sales and
operating income, the Company's Closure segment accounted for approximately 20%
and 25% of the Company's consolidated sales and operating income and Corporate
income accounted for approximately 1% of the Company's consolidated operating
income.
The following are the highlights of the Company's financial performance for the
second quarter of 2004:
- Total sales increased 26% to $1,409 million compared to $1,121 million
for the second quarter of 2003.
- Average dollar content on North American produced vehicles in the
second quarter of 2004 increased by $65 to $218 as compared to $153
in the second quarter of 2003. Western European average dollar content
per vehicle increased by $7 to $95 in the second quarter of 2004,
compared to $88 in the second quarter of 2003. The growth in content
in North America was primarily attributable to increased market
penetration and the growth in Europe was primarily attributable to
the strengthening of the euro and British Pound relative to the U.S.
dollar.
- New products launched during the second quarter of 2004 included, the
door panels for the BMW 1 Series; a modular side door latch for a
number of Audi programs; and the door panels, interior trim, carpet
and cargo management system for the Mercedes A-Class.
- North American light vehicle production remained relatively unchanged
at 4.2 million units and Western European vehicle production
increased approximately 2% to 4.4 million units, compared to the
second quarter of 2003.
- Operating income increased by 70% to $67.9 million from $39.9 million
in the second quarter of 2003.
Industry Risks and Trends
The following is a summary of some of the more significant risks and trends in
the automotive industry that could affect the Company's financial results:
- An economic downturn could reduce or eliminate the Company's
profitability. The global automotive industry is cyclical and is
sensitive to changes in economic conditions such as interest rates,
consumer demand, commodity prices and international conflicts;
- Increasing price reduction pressures from the Customer could reduce
sales and profit margins;
- The Company is under increasing pressure to absorb more costs related
to product design and engineering and tooling as well as other items
previously paid for directly by automobile manufacturers that could
reduce profit margins;
- Shift in market share among vehicles could have an adverse effect on
the Company's sales and profit margins;
- The Company's profitability is affected by movements of the U.S.
dollar against the Canadian dollar, the British Pound, the euro and
other currencies in which the Company generates revenues;
- The Company is under increasing pressure to move operations to lower
cost jurisdictions like Mexico, China and Eastern Europe. The impact
to the Company could include higher costs associated with the
impairment of redundant assets and labour in certain higher cost
jurisdictions in which the Company currently carries on business,
relocation and start-up costs, all of which would adversely impact
profit in the short term; and
- The Company's customers are increasingly requesting that each of
their suppliers bear the cost of the repair and replacement of
defective products which are either covered under automobile
manufacturer's warranty or are the subject of a recall by the
customer and which were improperly designed, manufactured or
assembled by their suppliers. The Company is also subject to the risk
of exposure to product liability claims in the event that the failure
of the Company's products results in bodily injury and/or property
damage.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Impact of Foreign Currency Translation
Three month periods Six month periods
ended June 30, ended June 30,
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2004 2003 Change 2004 2003 Change
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1 Canadian dollar
equals U.S. dollars 0.7352 0.7171 3% 0.7466 0.6895 8%
1 euro equals U.S.
dollars 1.2055 1.1391 6% 1.2268 1.1059 11%
1 British Pound
equals U.S. dollars 1.8068 1.6208 11% 1.8236 1.6114 13%
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The Company's results are directly affected by the average exchange rate used
to translate the results of its operations having a functional currency other
than the U.S. dollar into U.S. dollars. The preceding table reflects the
average foreign exchange rates between the primary currencies in which the
Company conducts business and the Company's U.S. dollar reporting currency.
These exchange rates have been used to translate the results of foreign
operations into U.S. dollars. Throughout this MD&A, reference is made to the
impact of foreign exchange on reported U.S. dollar amounts where relevant.
Three Month Periods Ended June 30, 2004 and 2003
Sales
(in millions, except average dollar content per vehicle)
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Vehicle production volumes
North America 4.2 4.2
Europe 4.4 4.3
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Average dollar content per vehicle
North America $ 218 $ 153
Europe $ 95 $ 88
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Production sales - Interior Systems
North America $ 683.8 $ 443.7
Europe 364.2 338.2
Production sales - Closure Systems 280.6 238.6
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1,328.6 1,020.5
Tooling and engineering sales 80.9 100.2
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Total sales $ 1,409.5 $ 1,120.7
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Production Sales - Interior Systems:
North America: North American production sales for the Interior business
increased 54% to $683.8 million for the second quarter of 2004 compared to
$443.7 million for the second quarter of 2003. This growth was primarily
attributable to an increase in average dollar content per vehicle. The increase
in average dollar content per vehicle was attributable to new products launched
during the first half of 2004 including the complete seats, headliner and
instrument panel for the Chevrolet Equinox; and the second and third row stow
in floor seats for the DaimlerChrysler minivans and also to new products
launched during the second half of 2003 including the complete seats, overhead
system and interior trim for the Ford Freestar and Mercury Monterey; the
integration of the complete interior, excluding seats for the Cadillac SRX; the
seat mechanisms for the Honda Accord and Pilot; the door panels for the
Chevrolet Malibu; and the cockpit module and seat tracks for the Chevrolet
Colorado and the GMC Canyon.
Europe: European production sales for the Interior business increased 8% to
$364.2 million for the second quarter of 2004 compared to $338.2 million for
the second quarter of 2003. This growth was primarily due to the strengthening
of the euro and British Pound relative to the U.S. dollar. New products
launched in the second quarter of 2004 including the door panels for the BMW 1
Series; and the door panels, interior trim, carpet and cargo management system
for the Mercedes A-Class; and new products launched in the second half of 2003
also contributed to the increased sales.
Production Sales - Closure Systems:
Production sales for the Closure business increased $42.0 million to $280.6
million for the second quarter of 2004 from $238.6 million for the second
quarter of 2003. The increase in production sales is due to an increase in
average dollar content per vehicle, which is primarily a result of the launch
of a modular side door latch for a number of Audi programs in 2004 as well as
other new products launched in 2003. Production sales for the Closure business
have also been positively impacted by the strengthening of the euro and the
Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar.
Tooling and Engineering Sales:
The Company's consolidated tooling and engineering sales for the second quarter
of 2004 decreased by $19.3 million to $80.9 million from $100.2 million for the
second quarter of 2003 due to a lower number of new product launches during the
second quarter of 2004 compared to the second quarter of 2003. Tooling and
engineering sales decreased by $9.1 million to $74.6 million in the Interior
business and decreased by $10.2 million to $6.3 million in the Closure business
for the second quarter of 2004 compared to the second quarter of 2003.
Gross Margin
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Gross margin $ 180.3 $ 138.5
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Gross margin as a percentage of total sales 12.8% 12.4%
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Gross margin increased by $41.8 million to $180.3 million in the second quarter
of 2004 compared to $138.5 million in the second quarter of 2003. As a
percentage of total sales, gross margin increased to 12.8% for the second
quarter of 2004 compared to 12.4% for the comparable quarter of 2003. This
increase is a result of sales from new products launched during the first half
of 2004 and the second half of 2003, lower costs associated with launch of new
products and new facilities as compared to the second quarter of 2003,
operating improvements at certain divisions, approximately $3 million of
incremental investment tax credits as compared to the second quarter of 2003
and the strengthening of the British Pound, euro and Canadian dollar relative
to the U.S. dollar. These increases have been partially offset by increased raw
material prices and operating inefficiencies at a certain division.
Operating Income
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Gross margin $ 180.3 $ 138.5
Less:
Depreciation and amortization 27.2 24.4
Selling, general and administrative 66.1 56.8
Affiliation and social fees 19.1 17.4
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Operating income $ 67.9 $ 39.9
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Depreciation and amortization as a
percentage of total sales 1.9% 2.2%
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Selling, general and administrative
expenses as a percentage of total sales 4.7% 5.1%
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Depreciation and amortization: Depreciation and amortization expense increased
by $2.8 million to $27.2 million for the second quarter of 2004 from $24.4
million for the second quarter of 2003. $3.3 million of the increase was due to
additional depreciation expense as a result of the Company's continuing
investment in capital equipment to support new programs and facilities and the
strengthening of the Canadian dollar, euro, and British Pound relative to the
U.S. dollar. This increase was partially offset by $0.5 million of lower
depreciation expense relating to the closure of facilities in the first quarter
of 2004.
Selling, general and administrative: Selling, general and administrative
("SG&A") costs increased by $9.3 million to $66.1 million for the second
quarter of 2004 from $56.8 million for the second quarter of 2003. $10.6
million of the increase in SG&A costs was primarily attributable to the
incremental costs associated with the launch of new products and new facilities
and the strengthening of the Canadian dollar, euro and British Pound relative
to the U.S. dollar. This increase was partially offset by $1.3 million of lower
SG&A costs resulting from the closure of facilities in the first quarter of
2004.
Affiliation and social fees: The Company pays fees to Magna for certain rights
provided under the terms of the Company's affiliation agreements and
contributes a portion of its social commitment obligation under its Corporate
Constitution pursuant to a social commitment agreement with Magna. These fees
and social commitment contributions are based on the Company's sales and pretax
profits. The fees and contributions to Magna expensed during the second quarter
of 2004 were $19.1 million reflecting an increase of $1.7 million compared to
$17.4 million expensed in the second quarter of 2003. The increase in fees is
reflective of the increase in sales and pretax profits in the second quarter of
2004 compared to the second quarter of 2003.
Operating Income:
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Interior Systems
North America $ 53.5 $ 22.9
Europe (3.6) (0.5)
Closure Systems 17.0 17.1
Corporate 1.0 0.4
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Operating income $ 67.9 $ 39.9
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Operating Income - Interior Systems:
North America: Operating income for the North American Interior business
increased by $30.6 million to $53.5 million for the second quarter of 2004 from
$22.9 million. Operating income was positively impacted by $35.2 million
primarily as a result of increased sales from new products launched, increased
sales on certain high content programs, lower costs associated with fewer
launches of new products and new facilities offset by increased raw material
prices, a $5.8 million improvement in operating income at a previous
underperforming division and $2.7 million of incremental investment tax
credits. These increases have been partially offset by a $10.3 million increase
in selling, general and administrative costs and affiliation fees associated
with the growth in sales and by a $2.8 million increase in depreciation and
amortization expense resulting from the Company's continuing investment in
capital equipment to support new production programs and facilities.
Europe: Operating loss for the European Interior business increased $3.1
million to $3.6 million for the second quarter of 2004 from $0.5 million for
the second quarter of 2003. The negative impact was primarily due to a $2.7
million operating income deterioration at one particular division due to lower
sales and operating inefficiencies.
Operating Income - Closure Systems:
Operating income for the Closure business decreased by $0.1 million to $17.0
million for the second quarter of 2004 from $17.1 million for the second
quarter of 2003. Operating income increased by $3.0 million as a result of
operating income improvements at a previous underperforming division. This was
offset by a $2.3 million increase in selling, general and administrative costs
and affiliation fees associated with the increase in sales and by $0.8 million
resulting from increased costs associated with the launch of new products, new
facilities and raw materials offset by higher sales from new products.
Operating Income - Corporate: Operating income for corporate for the second
quarter of 2004 was $1.0 million as compared to $0.4 million for the comparable
period in the prior year.
Other Items
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Operating income $ 67.9 $ 39.9
Interest expense, net 0.6 0.5
Amortization of discount on Convertible Series
Preferred Shares 1.6 3.0
Equity (income) loss (0.3) 0.1
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Income before income taxes and minority interest 66.0 36.3
Income taxes 27.9 16.3
Minority interest 0.1 0.3
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Net income from continuing operations 38.0 19.7
Net loss from discontinued operations - 0.3
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Net income 38.0 19.4
Financing charge on Convertible Series
Preferred Shares 1.4 0.2
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Net income attributable to Class A Subordinate
Voting and Class B Shares $ 36.6 $ 19.2
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Interest expense, net: The Company's interest expense for the second quarter of
2004 increased $0.1 million to $0.6 million compared to $0.5 million for the
second quarter of 2003, primarily due to charges on bank indebtedness and
long-term debt balances and to lower interest income earned on cash balances.
Amortization of discount on Convertible Series Preferred Shares: As part of the
reorganization of the Company in August 2001, $225 million of Convertible
Series Preferred Shares were issued to Magna. As a result, a $1.6 million
charge relating to the Company's amortization of the discount on the
Convertible Series Preferred Shares classified as debt was incurred during the
second quarter of 2004 compared to $3.0 million in the second quarter of 2003.
The decrease of amortization of discount on Convertible Series Preferred Shares
is reflective of the Series 1 Convertible Preferred Shares being fully
amortized at December 31, 2003.
Income taxes: The effective tax rate on income before income taxes and minority
interest was 42% for the second quarter of 2004 compared to 45% for the second
quarter of 2003. Excluding the impact of losses not benefited, the
non-deductible amortization of discount on Convertible Series Preferred Shares
and a $3.1 million valuation allowance for future taxes recorded in the second
quarter of 2004, the effective tax rate was approximately 33% for the second
quarter of 2004 as compared to 32% for the second quarter of 2003.
Net income from continuing operations: Net income from continuing operations
for the second quarter of 2004 was $38.0 million as compared to $19.7 million
for the second quarter of 2003. The increase was attributable to increased
operating income resulting primarily from increased sales from new products
launched during the first half of 2004 and the second half of 2003, lower costs
associated with the launch of new products, operating income improvements at
certain underperforming divisions, incremental investment tax credits and lower
amortization of discount on Convertible Series Preferred Shares. These
increases were partially offset by increased raw material prices, increased
SG&A costs and affiliation fees associated with the increase in sales,
increased depreciation and amortization expense resulting from the Company's
continuing investment in capital equipment to support new production programs
and facilities and increased income tax expense.
Net loss from discontinued operations: Net loss from discontinued operations
for the second quarter of 2003 relates to the sale of a manufacturing facility
during the first quarter of 2004 formerly reported in the European Interior
Systems segment. As required by the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants
Handbook Section 3475 "Disposal of Long-Lived Assets and Discontinued
Operations", the results of the discontinued operations have been segregated
from the results of continuing operations. For the second quarter of 2003, the
Company incurred a net loss from discontinued operations of $0.3 million on
$11.5 million of sales. For the full year of 2003, the Company incurred a net
loss from discontinued operations of $0.4 million on $47.5 million of sales.
Financing Charge: The deduction from net income of dividends declared and paid
on the Convertible Series Preferred Shares (net of return of capital) was $1.4
million for the second quarter of 2004 compared to $0.2 million for second
quarter of 2003. The increase is a result of the dividend equity component of
the Series 1 Convertible Preferred Shares being fully utilized.
Earnings Per Share
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Earnings per Class A Subordinate Voting or
Class B Share from continuing operations (U.S. $)
Basic $ 0.74 $ 0.40
Diluted $ 0.61 $ 0.36
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Earnings per Class A Subordinate Voting or
Class B Share (U.S.$)
Basic $ 0.74 $ 0.40
Diluted $ 0.61 $ 0.35
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Average number of Class A Subordinate Voting
and Class B Shares outstanding (in millions)
Basic 49.6 48.4
Diluted 64.7 63.3
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Diluted earnings per Class A Subordinate Voting or Class B Share from
continuing operations for the second quarter of 2004 was $0.61 compared to
$0.36 for the second quarter of 2003. The increase in diluted earnings per
Class A Subordinate Voting or Class B Share from continuing operations is a
result of higher net income for the second quarter of 2004 compared to the
second quarter of 2003. The impact of discontinued operations on diluted
earnings per Class A Subordinate Voting or Class B Share for the second
quarters of 2004 and 2003 was nil and a reduction of $0.01, respectively. The
2003 full year impact of discontinued operations on diluted earnings per share
was a reduction of $0.01.
On June 22, 2004, Magna International Inc. ("Magna") exercised its right to
convert 27,500 Series 1 Convertible Preferred Shares into Class A Subordinate
Voting Shares of the Company. The Company's Series 1 and Series 2 Convertible
Preferred Shares are convertible by Magna at a fixed conversion price of $15.09
per Class A Subordinate Voting Share and accordingly, Magna received 182,239
Class A Subordinate Voting Shares of the Company.
During the second quarter of 2004, the Company issued 146,633 Class A
Subordinate Voting Shares to the Intier Employee Equity and Profit
Participation Program.
The remaining increase in the average number of Class A Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares outstanding relates to the exercise of stock options granted
under the Company's Incentive Stock Option Plan.
Overview of Six Month Periods Ended June 30, 2004 and 2003
Sales
(in millions, except average dollar content per vehicle)
Six month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Vehicle production volumes
North America 8.3 8.3
Europe 8.8 8.6
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Average dollar content per vehicle
North America $ 213 $ 146
Europe $ 99 $ 86
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Production sales - Interior Systems
North America $ 1,304.2 $ 836.5
Europe 757.2 658.1
Production sales - Closure Systems 576.4 462.6
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2,637.8 1,957.2
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Tooling and engineering sales 164.8 183.4
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Total sales $ 2,802.6 $ 2,140.6
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Production Sales - Interior Systems:
North America: North American production sales for the Interior business
increased 56% to $1,304.2 million for the first half of 2004 compared to $836.5
million for the first half of 2003. This growth was due to an increase in
average dollar content per vehicle and to the strengthening of the Canadian
dollar relative to the U.S. dollar. The increase in average dollar content per
vehicle was attributable to new products launched during the first half of 2004
including the complete seats, headliner and instrument panel for the Chevrolet
Equinox; the second and third row stow in floor seats for the DaimlerChrysler
minivans and to new products launched during the second half of 2003 including
the complete seats, overhead system and interior trim for the Ford Freestar and
Mercury Monterey; the integration of the complete interior, excluding seats,
for the Cadillac SRX; the seat mechanisms for the Honda Accord and Pilot; the
door panels for the Chevrolet Malibu and the cockpit module and seat tracks for
the Chevrolet Colorado and the GMC Canyon.
Europe: European production sales for the Interior business increased 15% to
$757.2 million for the first half of 2004 compared to $658.1 million for the
first half of 2003. This growth was primarily due to the strengthening of the
euro and British Pound relative to the U.S. dollar. New products launched in
the first half of 2004, including the door panels for the BMW 1 Series; and the
door panels, interior trim, carpet and cargo management system for the Mercedes
A-Class and new products launched during the second half of 2003 also
contributed to the increased sales.
Production Sales - Closure Systems:
Production sales for the Closure business increased 25% to $576.4 million for
the first half of 2004 from $462.6 million for the first half of 2003. The
increase in production sales was primarily due to the increase in average
dollar content per vehicle from the six month period ended June 30, 2003, and
the strengthening of the euro and Canadian dollar relative to the U.S. dollar.
The increase in average dollar content per vehicle is primarily a result of the
launch of a modular side door latch for a number of Audi programs as well as
other new programs launched during 2003.
Tooling and Engineering Sales:
The Company's consolidated tooling and engineering sales for the first half of
2004 decreased 10% to $164.8 million from $183.4 million for the first half of
2003 due to a lower number of new product launches during the first half of
2004 compared to the first half of 2003. Tooling and engineering sales
decreased by $3.7 million to $150.3 million in Interior business and decreased
by $14.9 million to $14.5 million in the Closure business for the first half of
2004.
Operating Income
Six month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Interior Systems
North America $ 98.7 $ 35.5
Europe (10.7) 2.8
Closure Systems 34.2 31.7
Corporate 0.7 0.6
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Operating Income $ 122.9 $ 70.6
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Operating Income - Interior Systems:
North America: Operating income for the North American Interior business
increased by $63.2 million to $98.7 million for the first half of 2004 from
$35.5 million for the first half of 2003. Operating income was positively
impacted by $74.4 million primarily as a result of increased sales from new
product launches, increased sales on certain high content programs, lower costs
associated with fewer launches of new products and new facilities offset by
increased raw material prices, a $10.1 million improvement in operating income
at a previous underperforming division and $5.0 million of incremental
investment tax credits. These increases have been partially offset by $20.4
million of increased SG&A costs and affiliation fees associated with the
increase in sales and by $5.9 million of increased depreciation and
amortization expense resulting from the Company's continuing investment in
capital equipment to support new production programs and facilities.
Europe: Operating income for the European Interior business decreased by $13.5
million to an operating loss of $10.7 million for the first half of 2004 from
operating income of $2.8 million for the first half of 2003. The decrease is
primarily attributable to a $4.0 million charge relating to the writedown of
inventory at two reorganized facilities and a $5.6 million operating income
deterioration at one particular division due to lower sales and operating
inefficiencies.
Operating Income - Closure Systems:
Operating income for the Closure business increased by $2.5 million to $34.2
million in the first half of 2004 from $31.7 million in the first half of 2003.
Operating income was positively impacted by $8.6 million primarily as a result
of a $6.0 million operating income improvement at a previous underperforming
division, $1.5 million of incremental investment tax credits and $1.1 million
as a result of increased sales from new products; the strengthening of the euro
and Canadian dollar offset by increased raw material prices and increased costs
associated with the launch of new products and new facilities. These increases
were partially offset by a $2.5 million charge for severance and termination
costs related to the closure of a division and by $3.6 million of increased
SG&A costs and affiliation fees associated with the increase in sales.
Operating Loss - Corporate: The operating income for corporate increased by
$0.1 million from $0.6 million in the first half of 2003 to $0.7 million in the
first half of 2004.
FINANCIAL CONDITION, LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Three Month Periods Ended June 30, 2004 and 2003
Operating Activities
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Net income from continuing operations $ 38.0 $ 19.7
Items not involving current cash flows 47.9 36.2
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85.9 55.9
Change in non-cash working capital 10.3 (48.2)
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$ 96.2 $ 7.7
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During the second quarter of 2004, cash from operations before changes in
working capital increased by $30.0 million to $85.9 million from $55.9 million
for the second quarter of 2003. The increase was primarily a result of an
increase in net income from continuing operations of $18.3 million and an
increase in non-cash items of $11.7 million due primarily to higher
depreciation and future tax expense. The $10.3 million of cash generated from
working capital during the second quarter of 2003 is the result of a $14.9
million decrease in accounts receivable, a $13.7 million decrease in
inventories offset by a $14.7 million decrease in accounts payable and accrued
liabilities and a $3.6 million increase in other working capital.
Investment Activities
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Capital asset additions $ (27.3) $ (33.2)
Investments and other asset additions (5.4) (3.9)
Proceeds from disposition of capital assets
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Cash used for capital assets, investment and other asset spending was $32.7
million for the second quarter of 2004 compared to $37.1 million for the second
quarter of 2003. This use of funds in the second quarter of 2004 was partially
offset by cash received from normal course capital and other asset dispositions
of $0.1 million.
Financing Activities
Three month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Increase (decrease) in bank indebtedness $ 13.8 $ (30.7)
Net repayments of long-term debt and other
long-term liabilities (2.4) (2.5)
Dividends on Class A Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares (5.0) (5.0)
Dividends on Convertible Series Preferred Shares (2.8) (2.8)
Issue of Class A Subordinate Voting Shares 3.1 6.5
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Cash generated from financing activities was $6.7 million for the second
quarter of 2004 compared to cash used in financing activities of $34.5 million
for the second quarter of 2003. Cash generated from financing activities for
the second quarter of 2004 included net issuances of debt (including bank
indebtedness, long-term debt and other long-term liabilities) of $11.4 million.
Cash used in financing activities for the second quarter of 2003 included net
repayments of debt of $33.2 million. Dividends paid during the second quarters
of 2004 and 2003 were $0.10 per Class A Subordinate Voting and Class B Share
totalling $5.0 million. Dividends paid on Convertible Series Preferred Shares
for the second quarters of 2004 and 2003 were $2.8 million. During the second
quarter of 2004, 146,633 Class A Subordinate Voting Shares were issued to the
Intier Employee Equity and Profit Participation Program for total proceeds of
$2.6 million compared to 470,415 Class A Subordinate Voting Shares issued
during the second quarter of 2003 for total proceeds of $6.5 million. The
remainder of the proceeds from the issue of Class A Subordinate Voting Shares
for the second quarter of 2004 relate to the exercise of options granted under
the Company's Incentive Stock Option Plan.
Six Month Periods Ended June 30, 2004 and 2003
Operating Activities
Six month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Net income from continuing operations $ 67.9 $ 34.1
Items not involving current cash flows 85.4 68.7
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153.3 102.8
Change in non-cash working capital 16.3 (3.5)
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During the first half of 2004, cash generated from operations before changes in
working capital increased by $50.5 million to $153.3 million from $102.8
million for the first half of 2003. The increase was primarily a result of an
increase in net income from continuing operations of $33.8 million as well as
an increase in non-cash items of $16.7 million due primarily to higher
depreciation and future tax expense. The $16.3 million of cash generated from
working capital during the first half of 2004 is a result of a $135.2 million
increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities and a $10.5 million
decrease in inventories, offset by $127.0 million increase in accounts
receivable and a $2.4 million increase in other working capital. The increase
in accounts receivable and accounts payable and accrued liabilities is
primarily due to increased sales from new programs launched in the latter half
of 2003 and in the first half of 2004.
Investment Activities
Six month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Capital asset additions $ (52.6) $ (57.1)
Investment and other asset additions (9.9) (5.8)
Proceeds from disposition of capital assets
and other 0.8 0.1
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Cash used for investment activities during the first half of 2004 decreased to
$61.7 million compared to $62.8 million during the first half of 2003. Cash
used for capital and other asset spending was $62.5 million and $62.9 million
for the first half of 2004 and 2003, respectively. This use of funds was
partially offset by cash received from normal course fixed and other asset
dispositions of $0.8 million and $0.1 million during the first half of 2004 and
2003 respectively.
Financing Activities
Six month periods ended June 30, 2004 2003
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Increase (decrease) in bank indebtedness $ 5.9 $ (26.9)
Net repayments of long-term debt and other
long-term liabilities (4.8) (3.5)
Dividends on Class A Subordinate Voting and
Class B Shares (9.9) (7.4)
Dividends on Convertible Series Preferred Shares (5.5) (5.6)
Issue of Class A Subordinate Voting Shares 8.5 6.5
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Cash used in financing activities was $5.8 million for the first half of 2004
compared to $36.9 million for the first half of 2003. Cash used in financing
activities for the first half of 2004 included net issuances of debt (including
bank indebtedness, long-term debt and other long-term liabilities) of $1.1
million compared to net repayments of debt of $30.4 million for the first half
of 2003. Dividends paid during the first half of 2004 were $0.20 per Class A
Subordinate Voting and Class B Share totalling $9.9 million compared to $0.15
per Class A Subordinate Voting and Class B Share during the first half of 2003,
totalling $7.4 million. Dividends paid on Convertible Series Preferred Shares
for the first half of 2004 were $5.5 million compared to $5.6 million for the
first half of 2003. During the first half of 2004, 455,241 Class A Subordinate
Voting Shares were issued to the Intier Employee Equity and Profit
Participation Program for total proceeds of $7.7 million compared to 470,415
Class A Subordinate Voting Shares issued in the first half of 2003 for total
proceeds of $6.5 million. The remainder of the proceeds from the issue of Class
A Subordinate Voting Shares for the first half of 2004 relate to the exercise
of options granted under the Company's Incentive Stock Option Plan.
Consolidated Capitalization
The Company's net cash (including bank indebtedness, long-term debt including
current portion, and the liability portion of the Convertible Series Preferred
Shares, less cash and cash equivalents) to total capitalization (including net
cash and shareholders' equity), was 3.8% at June 30, 2004 compared to net debt
to total capitalization of 7.8% at December 31, 2003.
The above total capitalization figures treat the liability portion ($215.0
million and $214.7 million as at June 30, 2004 and December 31, 2003,
respectively) of the Convertible Series Preferred Shares as debt. The Series 1
Convertible Preferred Shares are retractable by Magna on or after December 31,
2003 and the Series 2 Convertible Preferred Shares are retractable by Magna on
or after December 31, 2004. These instruments are also convertible into Intier
Class A Subordinate Voting Shares at a fixed conversion price of U.S.$15.09 per
Class A Subordinate Voting Share.
Unused and Available Financing Resources
Cash on hand increased to $315.2 million at June 30, 2004 from $216.7 million
at December 31, 2003. At June 30, 2004, the Company had credit facilities of
$503.6 million, of which $423.4 million are unused and available. $347.9
million of the unused and available facilities represent the unused and
available portion of the Company's $385 million three year revolving credit
facility that expires September 27, 2004. The Company is in the advanced stages
of renewing the three year revolving credit facility on similar terms to the
existing facility. The Company anticipates renewal of the facility prior to
September 27, 2004.
In addition to the above unused and available financing resources, the Company
and certain of its North American subsidiaries sponsored a tooling finance
program for tooling suppliers to finance tooling under construction. Under this
program, the facility provider ordered tooling from tooling suppliers and will
subsequently sell such tooling to the sponsor or its designee. The facility
provider made, and continues to make on previously ordered tooling, advances to
tooling suppliers based on tool build milestones approved by the sponsor or its
designee. On completion of the tooling, the facility provider will sell the
tooling to the sponsor or its designee for an amount equal to cumulative
advances including carrying costs. In the event of tooling supplier default,
the sponsor will purchase in progress tooling for an amount approximating
cumulative advances. As at June 30, 2004, $26.5 million had been advanced to
tooling suppliers under the Company's portion of this facility. This amount is
included in accounts payable on the Company's June 30, 2004 unaudited
Consolidated Balance Sheet.
The Company typically receives a contract or production purchase order from an
automobile manufacturer to produce a component, assembly, module or system for
one or more vehicle model years. As part of these contracts, the Company may be
required to absorb costs relating to product design and engineering and tooling
costs and recover these costs by increasing the unit price of the related
products. If estimated production volumes are not achieved, the Company may not
fully recover these costs. It is expected that the Company will continue to
incur increasing amounts of design and engineering and tooling costs, primarily
related to newly awarded production contracts with production planned to start
during the remainder of 2004 through to 2006.
Capital and investment spending for existing businesses and projects is
expected to range between $120 million and $140 million for 2004. The majority
of capital spending in 2004 relates to the award of new production contracts
and includes spending for new machinery and equipment, new production
facilities, maintenance improvements and planned efficiency enhancements.
Management believes the Company is in a position to meet all of 2004 planned
cash requirements from its cash balances on hand and cash provided from
operations. A decrease in estimated vehicle production volumes could adversely
impact cash provided from operating activities in 2004. Cash provided from
operating activities totalled $169.6 million and $99.3 million for the six
month periods ended June 2004 and 2003 respectively.
Off Balance Sheet Financing
During the second quarter of 2004, the Company entered into an operating lease
agreement for vehicle parts tooling. The lease facility requires lease payments
for tooling costs, which approximated $10.0 million be made monthly over the
lease term expiring January 2008. The lease commenced when all tooling costs
were funded on June 18, 2004.
Guarantees
In February of 2003, the CICA approved an Accounting Guideline, AcG-14,
"Disclosure of Guarantees" ("AcG-14"). The guidelines require financial
statement disclosures to be made by a guarantor about its obligations under
guarantees. The Guideline is applicable for interim and annual periods
beginning on or after January 1, 2003.
The Company has guarantees to third parties that include future rent, utility
costs, workers compensation claims under development, commitments linked to
maintaining specific employment, customs duties and obligations linked to
performance of specific vehicle programs. The amount of these guarantees is not
individually or in aggregate significant.
Contingencies
On June 10, 2004, the Company was served with a statement of claim issued in
the Ontario Superior Court of Justice by C-MAC Invotronics Inc., a subsidiary
of Solectron Corporation. The plaintiff is a supplier of electro- mechanical
and electronic automotive parts and components to the Company. The Statement of
claim alleges, among other things:
- improper use by the Company of the plaintiff's confidential
information and technology in order to design and manufacture certain
automotive parts and components; and
- breach of contract related to a failure by the Company to fulfill
certain preferred sourcing obligations arising under a strategic
alliance agreement signed by the parties at the time of the Company's
disposition of the Invotronic's business division to the plaintiff in
September, 2000.
The plaintiffs are seeking, among other things, compensatory damages in the
amount of Cdn. $150 million and punitive damages in the amount of Cdn. $10
million. Despite the early stages of the litigation, the Company believes it
has valid defenses to the plaintiffs' claims and therefore intends to defend
this case vigorously.
In the ordinary course of business activities, the Company may be contingently
liable for litigation and claims with customers, suppliers and former employees
and for environmental remediation costs. Management believes that adequate
provisions have been recorded in the accounts where required. Although it is
not possible to estimate the extent of potential costs and losses, if any,
management believes, but can provide no assurance that the ultimate resolution
of such contingencies would not have a material adverse effect on the financial
position and results of operations of the Company. Please refer to Note 22
"Contingencies" in the 2003 audited Consolidated Financial Statements included
in the Company's 2003 Annual Report to Shareholders.
The Company has a number of arrangements in Canada, the United States, the
United Kingdom and Europe which provide pension and future employee benefits to
its retired and current employees. Pension arrangements include statutory
pension plans as well as similar arrangements, which provide pension benefits
as required by statute. The Company has obligations under its defined benefit
pension plans and other statutory plans. Unfunded unrecognized net actuarial
gains and losses are amortized and charged to earnings over the average
remaining service period of active employees. All pension plans and similar
arrangements are funded to the minimum legal funding requirement. In certain
plans, there is no legal requirement to fund the obligation until such time as
they are actually incurred and as a result these arrangements are unfunded. In
the event that any of these plans are terminated or wound up, an immediate
payment of all unfunded amounts may be required and these amounts could
materially exceed the current unfunded position.
ACCOUNTING CHANGES
Asset Retirement Obligations
Effective January 1, 2004, the Company adopted the Canadian Institute of
Chartered Accountants ("CICA") Handbook Section 3110, "Asset Retirement
Obligations", which establishes standards for the recognition, measurement and
disclosure of asset retirement obligations and the related asset retirement
costs. The Company has adopted this section retroactively and as such, the
financial statements of the prior period have been adjusted accordingly.
The retroactive changes to the Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 31, 2003
are as follows:
Capital assets $ 6.1
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Other long-term liabilities $ 11.6
Future tax liabilities (1.0)
Retained earnings (3.7)
Currency translation (0.8)
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Net income for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2003 was reduced
by $0.3 million and $0.5 million respectively. Basic and diluted earnings per
share for the three month period ended June 30, 2003 were reduced by $0.01 and
nil, respectively. Basic and diluted earnings per share for the six month
period ended June 30, 2003 were reduced by $0.01 and $0.01, respectively.
Revenue Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables
The Company adopted CICA Emerging Issues Committee Abstract No. 142, "Revenue
Arrangements with Multiple Deliverables" ("EIC-142") prospectively for new
revenue arrangements with multiple deliverables entered into by the Company on
or after January 1, 2004. The Company enters into such multiple element
arrangements where it has separately priced tooling contracts that are entered
into at the same time as contracts for subsequent parts production or vehicle
assembly. EIC-142 addresses how a vendor determines whether an arrangement
involving multiple deliverables contains more than one unit of accounting and
also addresses how consideration should be measured and allocated to the
separate units of accounting in the arrangement. Separately priced tooling can
be accounted for as a separate revenue element only in circumstances where the
tooling has value to the customer on a standalone basis and there is objective
and reliable evidence of the fair value of the subsequent parts production or
vehicle assembly. The adoption of EIC-142 did not have a material effect on the
Company's revenue or earnings for the three and six month periods ended June
30, 2004.
Stock-Based Compensation
In accordance with the CICA amended Handbook Section 3870 "Stock-Based
Compensation and other Stock-Based Payments ("CICA 3870"), effective January 1,
2003, the Company prospectively adopted without restatement of any comparable
period the fair value method for recognizing compensation expense for fixed
price stock options. As a result, during the three and six month periods ended
June 30, 2004, the Company recognized compensation expense of $0.2 million and
$0.3 million respectively. There was no compensation expense recognized during
the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2003.
Subsequent Events
Subsequent to June 30, 2004, the Company signed a letter of intent to proceed
with the sale of one of its facilities in the European Interior Systems
segment. The transaction is expected to close during the third quarter of 2004.
The impact on the Company is expected to be a loss from disposal of
approximately $7.0 million to $9.0 million, which will be presented as part of
discontinued operations in the third quarter of 2004.
Additional Information
Additional information relating to the Company, including the Company's Annual
Information Form is available on SEDAR at http://www.sedar.com/.
DATASOURCE: Intier Automotive Inc.
CONTACT: Michael McCarthy, Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial
Officer of Intier at (905) 898-5200. For teleconferencing questions, please
call Karen Lesey at Intier at (905) 898-5200 Ext. 7042.