CNH Third Quarter 2011 Revenue Increases 30%; Operating Profit up 92%; EPS $1.13
(firmenpresse) - BURR RIDGE, IL -- (Marketwire) -- 10/27/11 -- CNH Global N.V. (NYSE: CNH)
Net Sales increase 30% to $4.6 billion
Agricultural equipment +29% to $3.6 billion
Construction equipment +36% to $1 billion
Equipment Operations Operating Profit of $460 million, an increase of 92%
Operating Margin increased to 10.0% compared to 6.8% in Q3 2010
EPS before exceptional items of $1.13 per share, compared to $0.43 per share in 2010
CNH Global N.V. (NYSE: CNH) today announced financial results for the quarter ended September 30, 2011. For the quarter, net sales increased 30% (26% on a constant currency basis) to $4.6 billion as agricultural equipment markets continue to perform well across the Group's geographical portfolio and the construction equipment market continues its recovery. Equipment Operations posted an Operating Profit of $460 million as a result of this increased equipment demand (with resulting increases in industrial utilization) and improved net pricing.
Net equipment sales for the quarter were 77% from agricultural equipment and 23% from construction equipment. The geographical distribution of revenue for the period was 42% North America, 29% EAME & CIS, 17% Latin America, and 12% APAC markets.
Year to date capital expenditures totaled $218 million, a 42% increase from the comparable prior period largely as a result of new product launches in both the agricultural and construction equipment segments: 73% of the capital spend in the period was on new products and production capacity. Equipment Operations generated $390 million of operating cash flow during the first nine months of the year as net sales levels and operating performance more than offset the increased net working capital needed to support business activity. CNH's Equipment Operations ended the period with a net cash position of $2.3 billion. The 31% effective tax rate for the third quarter 2011 is in line with the Group's full year expectations of 32% to 38% for 2011.
Net income before restructuring and exceptional items for the quarter was $272 million as a result of improved top line and industrial operating performance, better results from the Group's unconsolidated subsidiaries and affiliates, and a lower comparable tax rate. This resulted in the Group generating a significant increase in diluted earnings per share to $1.13 (before restructuring and exceptional items) compared to $0.43 per share in the comparable period of 2010.
Demand in the agricultural and construction equipment markets is expected to remain firm for the balance of 2011 on the back of a positive environment in agricultural commodity prices and the consequent increase in planting and farming income estimates. Further, the environment for construction equipment continues to improve overall with the exception of the APAC region where the demand environment has begun to slow from its significant growth trajectory over the past 36 months.
FY 2011 World Wide Unit Growth Forecast
Agricultural equipment demand up approximately 10%
Construction equipment demand up 20-25%
CNH re-affirms the upper end of its full year 2011 guidance for revenue growth of 15-20% and operating margin of 7.1% to 7.9%.
Worldwide agricultural industry unit sales increased 12% compared to the third quarter of 2010. Global tractor sales grew 12% while global combine sales grew 16% for the quarter. North American tractor sales were flat, with the over 40 horsepower segment up 3%, and combine sales down 15%. Latin America sales of tractors decreased 9% and combine sales increased 56%. EAME & CIS markets improved for the quarter, with tractor sales up 25% and combines sales up 85%. APAC markets were up 14% in tractor sales and up 36% in combine sales.
CNH's net sales in the agricultural equipment sector increased 29% for the quarter (24% on a constant currency basis) as a result of solid trading conditions in every region. Net sales in the EAME & CIS markets continued their positive growth trajectory with reported revenue up 51% on the back of firm demand across all product segments. As a result of this increased unit volume in Europe and the CIS, comparative industrial capacity utilization in the region increased driving positive cost absorption. This benefit coupled with improved price realization and favorable product mix (to larger horsepower tractor and combine segments) resulted in a 3.0 percentage point increase in comparative operating margin to 11.5% for the period.
Third quarter tractor market share performance continues to be positive in Europe, in line with the market in the over 40 horsepower segment in North America (on the back of solid demand for the Tier 4A/Stage IIIB compliant equipment). CNH also gained market share in Latin America despite an overall unit volume decline. Overall tractor market share was slightly down driven by the under 40 horsepower segment in North America and the highly fragmented low horsepower APAC markets. Combine market share improved in every region during the quarter. Industrial production and retail sales continue to be closely aligned during the period with resulting company and dealer inventory levels remaining largely unchanged.
In Europe, New Holland Agriculture confirmed its leadership introducing the Tier 4A/Stage IIIB ECOBlue SCR technology to the flagship CR Series Twin Rotor combines, featuring the all-new SmartTrax system for reduced soil compaction, and to the TC5070 and TC5080 combines for farm operations harvesting up to 300 ha. The brand also launched the new LM5020 and LM5030 compact telehandlers for livestock and light industrial applications, with industry leading maneuverability and operator comfort. The line-up of combines with ECOBlue SCR technology has been extended also in North America with the addition of five CR Series and three CX8000 Series Super Conventional models. The Dynamic Stone Protection system is available as an option for CR8090 and CR9090 as well as the new Opti-Spread technology for an evenly chopped straw distribution across the full header width. The new 880CF SuperFlex draper head, available on both combine series, provides closer cutting and better flotation. The Agritechnica jury recognized New Holland's innovative technologies with five silver medals, in particular, the Braud 9090X olive harvester and the ECOBraud sustainable viticulture program, both also awarded by the SITEVI (international exhibition for the vine-wine & fruit-vegetable sectors) jury.
At the Farm Progress Show, in North America, Case IH introduced its new Efficient Power Axial-Flow 30 Series combines, Patriot 4430 sprayer and Maxxum tractors that deliver more power, burn less fuel and meet Tier 4 emissions standards. Case IH Axial Flow combines were found by independent researchers at the Göttingen University (Germany) to have the lowest overall operating costs, and the lowest spare parts costs of all models tested. Latin America executed a successful introduction of the new Case IH Magnum tractor series with 5 new models ranging from 235 hp - 340 hp, produced in Brazil that will address the productivity and performance needs of large customers. Also launched was the new Axial Flow 2566, Case IH's first ever class 5 combine for the region.
The Case IH Diesel Saver Automatic Productivity Management (APM) System has been awarded the ASABE 2011 Rain Bird Engineering Concept of the Year Award for its fully integrated drive-train management system available on the Case IH Steiger 4WD and QUADTRAC tractors. This system controls the drive train for maximum operating efficiency with minimum fuel consumption while reducing operator fatigue and noise.
Global construction equipment industry unit sales rose 15% in the third quarter compared to the prior year, with light equipment up 28% and heavy equipment up 4%. North American demand was up 36%. EAME & CIS markets rose 29% as the industry continued to rebuild from the prior year's low levels. In Latin America, the market was up 20%, driven by strong demand from projects in both the public and private sectors. Industry sales in APAC markets grew 21% for light equipment and decreased 9% in the heavy segment.
Third quarter 2011 net sales in the construction equipment sector grew 36% (31% on a constant currency basis) as a result of the general market improvement across the Group's operating geographies. Operating profit improved significantly for the quarter to $49 million as a result of demand for newly launched products in the light and heavy equipment segments, increased industrial utilization, and positive comparative pricing.
Third quarter worldwide construction equipment market share was in line with the industry growth in both the light and heavy segments. Equipment availability improved as a result of increased production of light equipment. The majority of the Japan sourced components related issues were resolved during the quarter which allowed the Group's dealer network to meet customer demand. The increased production enabled the successful re-stocking of our networks to more normal levels of inventory during the quarter. This will enable the Group to meet projected demand for the balance of the year.
During the third quarter of 2011, Case Construction launched the new CX470C crawler excavator in the 40 ton class on the European and North American markets, while New Holland Construction introduced the new 37 ton E385C crawler excavator on the European market. Both machines meet the requirements of the Tier 4A/Stage IIIB emission regulation and offer enhanced hydraulics and improved fuel efficiency.
Net income attributable to Financial Services was $53 million for the third quarter, compared with $47 million in the comparable period of 2010. Financial Services generated improved financial margins on a higher average portfolio and improved funding costs.
At the end of the third quarter of 2011, delinquent receivables greater than 30 days past due were 3.4%, a decrease from 4.5% at June 30, 2011 and 5.2% at December 31, 2010. Past dues have improved 2.2 percentage points compared to September 30, 2010.
Third quarter results for the Group's unconsolidated Equipment Operations' subsidiaries improved to $20 million compared with $15 million in the third quarter of 2010. The major contributors were Turk Tractor (Turkey), Al Ghazi (Pakistan), and the Group's two joint ventures in Japan.
On October 10, CNH announced a new strategic partnership with Semeato, a Brazilian market leader in agricultural attachments and machinery, for the sourcing of planter and seeder equipment and the subsequent joint development of next generation attachments for its agricultural brands in the Latin American region. On October 11, CNH entered into an agreement with De Lage Landen, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Rabobank, for the provision of retail financing to customers in the Russian Federation under the CNH Capital brand. CNH also announced, on October 17, the signing of a supply agreement between New Holland Agriculture and Kverneland Group for cutting and preparation equipment, including triple cutters and rakes, to be sold in the North American region through the New Holland Agriculture dealer network.
* Net cash change in receivables, inventories and payables including inter-segment receivables and payables.
** Excluding Net (Deposits In)/Withdrawals from Fiat or Fiat Industrial Cash Management Systems, as they are a part of Net (Cash).
CNH Global N.V. is a world leader in the agricultural and construction equipment businesses. Supported by approximately 11,300 dealers in approximately 170 countries, CNH brings together the knowledge and heritage of its Case and New Holland brand families with the strength and resources of its worldwide commercial, industrial, product support and finance organizations. CNH Global N.V., whose stock is listed at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CNH), is a majority-owned subsidiary of Fiat Industrial S.p.A. (MI: FI). More information about CNH and its Case and New Holland products can be found online at .
CNH management will hold a conference call on October 27, 2011 to review third quarter 2011 results. The conference call webcast will begin at 2:00 p.m. U.S. Central Daylight Savings Time; 3:00 p.m. U.S. Eastern Daylight Savings Time. This call can be accessed through the investor information section of the company's website at and will be transmitted by CCBN.
CNH utilizes various figures that are "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" as this term is defined under Regulation G as promulgated by the SEC. In accordance with Regulation G, CNH has detailed either the computation of these measures from multiple U.S. GAAP figures or reconciled these non-GAAP financial measures to the most relevant U.S. GAAP equivalent in the accompanying tables to this press release. Some of these measures do not have standardized meanings and investors should consider that the methodology applied in calculating such measures may differ among companies and analysts. CNH's management believes these non-GAAP measures provide useful supplementary information to investors in order that they may evaluate CNH's financial performance using the same measures used by our management. These non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered as a substitute for, nor superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
CNH defines "Equipment Operations Gross Profit" as net sales of equipment less costs classified as cost of goods sold. CNH defines "Equipment Operations Operating Profit" as gross profit less costs classified as selling, general and administrative and research and development costs. CNH defines "Equipment Operations Gross Margin" as gross profit as a percent of net sales of equipment. CNH defines "Equipment Operations Operating Margin" as operating profit as a percent of net sales of equipment. "Net Debt (Cash)" is defined as total debt (including intersegment debt) less cash and cash equivalents, deposits in Fiat Industrial subsidiaries cash management system and intersegment notes receivable. CNH defines "Net income (loss) and diluted EPS before restructuring and exceptional items" as Net income (loss) attributable to CNH, less restructuring charges and credits and exceptional items, after tax. Equipment Operations "working capital" is defined as accounts and notes receivable and other-net, excluding intersegment notes receivables, plus inventories less accounts payable. The U.S. dollar computation of cash generated from working capital, as defined, is impacted by the effect of foreign currency translation and other non-cash transactions. CNH defines the "change in net sales on a constant currency basis" as the difference between prior year actual net sales and current year net sales translated at prior year average exchange rates. Elimination of the currency translation effect provides constant comparisons without the distortion of currency rate fluctuations.
This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact contained in this press release, including statements regarding our competitive strengths, business strategy, future financial position, operating results, budgets, projected costs and plans and objectives of management, are forward-looking statements. These statements may include terminology such as "may," "will," "expect," "could," "should," "intend," "estimate," "anticipate," "believe," "outlook," "continue," "remain," "on track," "goal," or similar terminology.
Our outlook is predominantly based on our interpretation of what we consider key economic assumptions and involves risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ. Crop production and commodity prices are strongly affected by weather and can fluctuate significantly. Housing starts and other construction activity are sensitive to the availability of credit and to interest rates and government spending. Some of the other significant factors which may affect our results include general economic and capital market conditions, the cyclical nature of our business, customer buying patterns and preferences, foreign currency exchange rate movements, our hedging practices, our customers' access to credit, restrictive covenants in our debt agreements, actions by rating agencies concerning the ratings of our debt securities and asset backed securities, risks related to our relationship with Fiat Industrial S.p.A., the effect of the demerger transaction consummated by Fiat S.p.A. pursuant to which CNH was separated from Fiat S.p.A.'s automotive business and has become a subsidiary of Fiat Industrial S.p.A, political uncertainty and civil unrest or war in various areas of the world, pricing, product initiatives and other actions by competitors, disruptions in production capacity, excess inventory levels, the effect of changes in laws and regulations (including those related to tax, healthcare, retiree benefits, government subsidies and international trade), the results of legal proceedings, technological difficulties, results of our research and development activities, changes in environmental laws, employee and labor relations, pension and health care costs, relations with and the financial strength of dealers and critical suppliers, the cost and availability of supplies from our suppliers, raw material costs and availability, energy prices, real estate values, animal diseases, crop pests, harvest yields, government farm programs and consumer confidence, housing starts and construction activity, concerns related to modified organisms and fuel and fertilizer costs. Additionally, our achievement of the anticipated benefits of our margin improvement initiatives depends upon, among other things, industry volumes as well as our ability to effectively rationalize our operations and to execute our brand strategy. Further information concerning factors that could significantly affect expected results is included in our annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2010.
We can give no assurance that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements will prove to be correct. Our actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements. All written and oral forward-looking statements attributable to us are expressly qualified in their entirety by the factors we disclose that could cause our actual results to differ materially from our expectations. We undertake no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements.
These Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations should be read in conjunction with the Company's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes for the year ended December 31, 2010.
The supplemental Equipment Operations (with Financial Services on the equity basis) data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s agricultural and construction equipment operations. The supplemental Financial Services data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s financial services business. Transactions between Equipment Operations and Financial Services have been eliminated to arrive at the consolidated data.
These Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations should be read in conjunction with the Company's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes for the year ended December 31, 2010.
The supplemental Equipment Operations (with Financial Services on the equity basis) data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s agricultural and construction equipment operations. The supplemental Financial Services data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s financial services business. Transactions between Equipment Operations and Financial Services have been eliminated to arrive at the consolidated data.
These Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets should be read in conjunction with the Company's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes for the year ended December 31, 2010.
The supplemental Equipment Operations (with Financial Services on the equity basis) data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s agricultural and construction equipment operations. The supplemental Financial Services data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s financial services business. Transactions between Equipment Operations and Financial Services have been eliminated to arrive at the consolidated data.
These Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows should be read in conjunction with the Company's Audited Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes for the year ended December 31, 2010.
The supplemental Equipment Operations (with Financial Services on the equity basis) data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s agricultural and construction equipment operations. The supplemental Financial Services data in these statements include CNH Global N.V.'s financial services business. Transactions between Equipment Operations and Financial Services have been eliminated to arrive at the consolidated data.
Note: Net Debt (Cash) is a non-GAAP financial measure. See description of non-GAAP measures contained in this release.
Note: Net sales on a constant currency basis is a non-GAAP financial measure. See description of non-GAAP measures contained in this release.
Note: Working Capital is a non-GAAP financial measure. See description of non-GAAP measures contained in this release.
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