Panera Bread Company Reports Q2 2013 Diluted EPS of $1.74, Up 16%
(firmenpresse) - ST. LOUIS, MO -- (Marketwired) -- 07/23/13 -- Panera Bread Company (NASDAQ: PNRA)
Panera Bread Company (NASDAQ: PNRA) today reported net income of $51 million, or $1.74 per diluted share, for the fiscal second quarter ended June 25, 2013. The second quarter fiscal 2013 results compare to net income of $44 million, or $1.50 per diluted share, for the fiscal second quarter ended June 26, 2012, and represent a 16% year-over-year increase in diluted earnings per share.
For the twenty-six weeks ended June 25, 2013, net income was $99 million, or $3.38 per diluted share. These results compare to net income of $85 million, or $2.90 per diluted share, for the twenty-six weeks ended June 26, 2012, and represent a 17% year-over-year increase in diluted earnings per share.
The Company's second quarter fiscal 2013 consolidated statements of comprehensive income and margin analyses are attached to this release as Schedule I. The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, certain items included in the Company's consolidated statements of comprehensive income (in thousands, except per share data and percentages):
Comparable Net Bakery-Cafe Sales Growth
In the second quarter fiscal 2013, Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales increased 3.8%, franchise-operated comparable net bakery-cafe sales increased 3.5%, and system-wide comparable net bakery-cafe sales increased 3.7% compared to the comparable period in fiscal 2012. Two year Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafes sales increased 10.9%, two year franchise-operated comparable net bakery-cafe sales increased 8.3%, and two year system-wide comparable net bakery-cafe sales increased 9.6%.
The Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales increase of 3.8% in the second quarter fiscal 2013 was comprised of year-over-year average check growth of 4.3% and transaction decline of 0.5%. Average check growth was comprised of retail price increases of approximately 1.7% and positive mix impact of approximately 2.6%. A schedule of comparable net bakery-cafe sales information is attached to this release as Schedule III.
Operating Margin
In the second quarter fiscal 2013, the Company generated operating margin improvement of approximately 60 basis points compared to the second quarter fiscal 2012. This increase was driven primarily by lower general and administrative expenses as a percentage of total revenues and improved margins on fresh dough and other product sales to franchisees, which offset the decline in bakery-cafe margin.
New Bakery-Cafe Development and AWS
During the second quarter fiscal 2013, the Company opened 18 new bakery-cafes and its franchisees opened 19 new bakery-cafes. As a result, there were 1,708 bakery-cafes open system-wide as of June 25, 2013.
Average weekly sales ("AWS") for Company-owned new bakery-cafes through the second quarter fiscal 2013 were $50,983 compared to $48,484 in the same period of fiscal 2012. AWS for franchise-operated new bakery-cafes through the second quarter fiscal 2013 were $49,855 compared to $47,109 in the same period of fiscal 2012. A schedule of the second quarter fiscal 2013 AWS is attached to this release as Schedule II.
Use of Capital
The Company did not repurchase any shares during the second quarter fiscal 2013 under its existing $600 million repurchase authorization and has approximately $560 million available under this program as of the date of this release.
Diluted EPS Targets
The Company's third quarter fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share target range is $1.32 to $1.36, which would represent an increase of 6% to 10% in the third quarter fiscal 2013 versus the comparable period in fiscal 2012. This diluted earnings per share target does not assume any additional share repurchases under the Company's repurchase authorization.
The Company's fourth quarter fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share target range is $2.05 to $2.11, which would represent an increase of 17% to 21% in the fourth quarter fiscal 2013 versus the comparable period in fiscal 2012. This diluted earnings per share target includes approximately 700 basis points of favorable impact for the 53rd week in fiscal 2013, but does not assume any additional share repurchases under the Company's repurchase authorization.
The third and fourth quarter fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share targets include the following key assumptions:
Comparable Net Bakery-Cafe Sales Growth
The range for the Company's third quarter fiscal 2013 Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales growth is targeted at 2.0% to 4.0% versus the comparable period in fiscal 2012. The Company announced today Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales in the first 27 days of the third quarter fiscal 2013 were up approximately 2.1%.
The range for the Company's fourth quarter fiscal 2013 Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales growth is targeted at 3.0% to 5.0% versus the comparable period in fiscal 2012.
Operating Margin Targets
In each of the third and fourth quarters fiscal 2013, the Company anticipates its operating margin will be flat to down 50 basis points on a year-over-year basis. These targets reflect both previously disclosed incremental investments to provide greater access for customers and to improve the Company's core enterprise systems, as well as incremental investments to improve our operational capabilities that we now intend to make.
Diluted EPS Target
The Company is revising its target for fiscal 2013 earnings per diluted share to $6.75 to $6.85. This lower diluted earnings per share target reflects lower than previously expected growth in Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales. This diluted earnings per share target includes approximately 200 basis points of favorable impact for the 53rd week in fiscal 2013, but does not assume any additional share repurchases under the Company's repurchase authorization.
This full year fiscal 2013 diluted earnings per share target is based on the following key assumptions:
Comparable Net Bakery-Cafe Sales Growth
The Company is revising its target for Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales growth for fiscal 2013 to 3.0% to 5.0% from its previous target of 4.0% to 5.0%.
Operating Margin Target
For fiscal 2013, the Company now expects operating margin to remain approximately flat when compared to fiscal 2012. This revised target reflects the anticipated initiatives discussed in the third and fourth quarter fiscal 2013 operating margin outlook.
New Bakery-Cafe Development and AWS
The Company now expects to be at or above the high-end of its previous range of 115 to 125 system-wide new bakery-cafe openings in fiscal 2013. The average weekly net sales performance for new Company-owned bakery-cafes is expected to be at the high-end of the previously provided targeted range of $40,000 to $42,000 for fiscal 2013.
Ron Shaich, Chairman and Co-CEO, commented, "In the second quarter of 2013, we delivered within the range of our diluted EPS guidance. Our two-year comparable same store sales growth for the quarter was strong at 10.9% and our new unit sales remain on track for another record year, reaffirming how strongly our brand resonates with consumers. However, our one-year comparable same store sales growth of 3.8% was below our expectations."
Shaich continued, "We now believe that to consistently operate at the very high sales volumes we are generating and to prepare for additional sales from our initiatives to expand access to Panera and utilize national marketing, we must improve our peak hour throughput. While results in the next few quarters may be choppy as we invest in both sales-building initiatives and operational capabilities, we believe that our efforts will ultimately enable us to deliver an enhanced customer experience, grow sales and expand earnings."
The Company will host a conference call that will be broadcast on the Internet at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 to discuss the second quarter fiscal 2013 results, preliminary comparable net bakery-cafe sales results for the first 27 days of the third quarter fiscal 2013, and earnings targets and business outlook for the third and fourth quarters and full year fiscal 2013. To access the call or view a copy of this release, go to . Access to the call will be made available for 14 days, and the release will be archived for one year.
The Company includes in this release information on Company-owned, franchise-operated, and system-wide comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages. Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages are based on net sales from Company-owned bakery-cafes included in base store bakery-cafes. Franchise-operated comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages are based on net sales from franchised bakery-cafes, as reported by franchisees, that are included in base store bakery-cafes. Acquired Company-owned and franchise-operated bakery-cafes and other restaurant or bakery-cafe concepts are included in the Company's comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages after it has acquired a 100 percent ownership interest and if such acquisition occurred prior to the first day of the Company's prior fiscal year. Comparable net bakery-cafe sales exclude closed locations.
The Company does not record franchise-operated net bakery-cafe sales as revenues. However, royalty revenues are calculated based on a percentage of franchise-operated net bakery-cafe sales, as reported by franchisees. The Company uses franchise-operated and net system-wide sales information internally in connection with store development decisions, planning, and budgeting analyses. The Company believes franchise-operated and net system-wide sales information is useful in assessing consumer acceptance of it's brand; facilitates an understanding of its financial performance and the overall direction and trends of sales and operating income; helps the Company appreciate the effectiveness of its advertising and marketing initiatives which its franchisees also contribute based on a percentage of their net sales; and provides information that is relevant for comparison within the industry.
Panera Bread Company owns and franchises 1,708 bakery-cafes as of June 25, 2013 under the Panera Bread®, Saint Louis Bread Co.®, and Paradise Bakery & Café® names. Our bakery-cafes are principally located in suburban, strip mall and regional mall locations. We feature high quality, reasonably priced food in a warm, inviting, and comfortable environment. With our identity rooted in handcrafted, fresh-baked, artisan bread, we are committed to providing great tasting, quality food that people can trust. Nearly all of our bakery-cafes have a menu highlighted by antibiotic-free chicken, whole grain bread, and select organic and all-natural ingredients, with zero grams of artificial trans fat per serving, which provide flavorful, wholesome offerings. Our menu includes a wide variety of year-round favorites complemented by new items introduced seasonally with the goal of creating new standards in everyday food choices. In neighborhoods across the United States and in Ontario, Canada, our customers enjoy our warm and welcoming environment featuring comfortable gathering areas, relaxing decor, and free internet access. Our bakery-cafes routinely donate bread and baked goods to community organizations in need. Additional information is available on our website, .
Matters discussed in this news release and in our public disclosures, whether written or oral, relating to future events or our future performance, including any discussion, express or implied, on our anticipated growth, operating results, plans, objectives, future earnings per share, and the impact of our investments in sales-building initiatives and operational capabilities on future sales and earnings, contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These statements are often identified by the words "believe," "positioned," "estimate," "project," "target," "plan," "goal," "assumption," "continue," "intend," "expect," "future," "anticipate," and other similar expressions, whether in the negative or the affirmative, that are not statements of historical fact. These forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties, and assumptions that are difficult to predict, and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. Our actual results and timing of certain events could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including, but not limited to, those discussed from time to time in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 25, 2012 and our quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. All forward-looking statements and the internal projections and beliefs upon which we base our expectations included in this release are made only as of the date of this release and may change. While we may elect to update forward-looking statements at some point in the future, we expressly disclaim any obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to total revenues, except where otherwise indicated, of certain items included in the Company's consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the period indicated. Percentages may not add due to rounding:
The following table sets forth the percentage relationship to total revenues, except where otherwise indicated, of certain items included in the Company's consolidated statements of comprehensive income for the period indicated. Percentages may not add due to rounding:
[a] Represents year-to-date system-wide AWS at the end of the second quarter fiscal 2013.
[b] 2013 and 2012 Company-owned AWS excludes acquisition data.
[c] Change in Company-owned AWS in 2013 from 2012 compares 59 bakery-cafes in 2013 against 24 bakery-cafes at the end of the second quarter fiscal 2012.
[d] Represents one Panera bakery-cafe in 2013 and 16 Panera bakery-cafes in 2012.
[e] 2013 and 2012 Franchise-operated AWS excludes acquisition data.
[f] Change in Franchise-operated AWS in 2013 from 2012 compares 64 bakery-cafes in 2013 against 31 bakery-cafes at the end of the second quarter fiscal 2012.
Company-owned comparable net bakery-cafe sales growth percentages are based on net sales from Company-owned bakery-cafes included in base store bakery-cafes. Franchise-operated comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages are based on net sales from franchised bakery-cafes, as reported by franchisees, that are included in base store bakery-cafes. Acquired Company-owned and franchise-operated bakery-cafes and other restaurant or bakery-cafe concepts are included in our comparable net bakery-cafe sales percentages after we have acquired a 100 percent ownership interest and if such acquisition date occurred prior to the first day of our prior fiscal year. Comparable net bakery-cafe sales exclude closed locations.
Contact:
Michele Harrison
Vice President, Investor Relations
(314-984-4966)
Themen in dieser Pressemitteilung:
Unternehmensinformation / Kurzprofil:
Datum: 23.07.2013 - 14:00 Uhr
Sprache: Deutsch
News-ID 1248105
Anzahl Zeichen: 0
contact information:
Contact person:
Town:
ST. LOUIS, MO
Phone:
Kategorie:
Restaurants
Anmerkungen:
Diese Pressemitteilung wurde bisher 121 mal aufgerufen.
Die Pressemitteilung mit dem Titel:
"Panera Bread Company Reports Q2 2013 Diluted EPS of $1.74, Up 16%
"
steht unter der journalistisch-redaktionellen Verantwortung von
Panera Bread Company (Nachricht senden)
Beachten Sie bitte die weiteren Informationen zum Haftungsauschluß (gemäß TMG - TeleMedianGesetz) und dem Datenschutz (gemäß der DSGVO).
