Lennox International Announces Unaudited 2004 Earnings Near Top End of Guidance Range; Fourth quarter EPS from continuing operations of $0.29
DALLAS, Feb. 9, 2005 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Lennox International Inc. (NYSE: LII) today announced unaudited fourth quarter and full-year 2004 earnings.
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LII's sales from continuing operations for the fourth quarter of 2004 increased 6% to $741 million. In constant currencies, sales were up 4%. Income from continuing operations declined 7% to $19 million, or $0.29 earnings per diluted share, including a $0.01 negative impact due to EITF 04-8, which addresses the effect of contingently convertible debt on diluted earnings per share. This compares with EPS from continuing operations in the fourth quarter 2003 of $0.32. Discontinued operations negatively affected earnings by $13 million in the fourth quarter 2004, resulting in reported net income of $6 million, or $0.11 per share.
Sales from continuing operations for full-year 2004 increased 7% to $3.0 billion. Currency exchange rate fluctuations benefited revenue by 2%. LII achieved record earnings from continuing operations of $91 million before goodwill impairment, a 7% increase over the prior year. The company's $1.39 EPS from continuing operations before goodwill impairment for 2004 includes $0.07 dilution due to EITF 04-8, and compares with $1.35 EPS from continuing operations in 2003. In accordance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), including the after-tax $185 million goodwill impairment charge the company recorded in the first quarter and a $41 million after-tax loss from discontinued operations, LII reported a full-year 2004 net loss of $134 million, or $2.24 per share. Excluding goodwill impairment and the EITF 04-8 accounting change, adjusted EPS from continuing operations for full-year 2004 was $1.46, near the top end of the $1.38 to $1.48 guidance range previously provided. Adjusted EPS is reconciled from GAAP in the table below.
RECONCILIATION OF NET INCOME (LOSS) TO
ADJUSTED INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS
(In millions, except per share data)
For the Twelve Months Ended December 31,
2004 EPS 2003 EPS
Net income (loss), as
reported $(134.4) $(2.24) $86.4 $1.36
Loss (gain) from
discontinued
operations 40.9 0.68 (0.9) (0.01)
Income (loss) from
continuing operations (93.5) (1.56) 85.5 1.35
Goodwill impairment,
net of income tax 184.8 --
Adjusted income from
continuing operations $91.3 $1.39 $85.5 $1.35
Adjusted EPS before
adoption of EITF 04-8 $1.46 $1.42
For the Three Months Ended December 31,
2004 EPS 2003 EPS
Net income, as reported $6.3 $0.11 $20.0 $0.31
Loss from discontinued
operations 12.8 0.18 0.5 0.01
Income from continuing
operations 19.1 0.29 20.5 0.32
Goodwill impairment, net
of income tax (0.3) -
Adjusted income from
continuing operations $18.8 $0.29 $20.5 $0.32
Adjusted EPS before
adoption of EITF 04-8 $0.30 $0.33
LII continued to strengthen its balance sheet, reducing total debt in 2004 by $52 million. Over the past four years, LII has reduced its total debt by $380 million, plus reduced the balance in its asset securitization program by $130 million. The company generated $62 million in cash from operating activities of continuing operations in 2004 and invested $40 million in capital expenditures, providing free cash flow from continuing operations of $22 million. The company commented that free cash flow was below previous expectations of approximately $75 million due to higher levels of working capital at the end of the year. A combination of higher accounts receivable from stronger-than-expected sales in December and a lower-than-anticipated accounts payable balance reduced free cash flow by approximately $30 million.
2005 Outlook
"2004 was a demanding but ultimately rewarding year for Lennox International, thanks to our ability to closely focus on enhancing key areas of our performance despite external market pressures and internal demands," said Bob Schjerven, chief executive officer. "Our results were near the high end of the earnings range we provided at the start of the year, in spite of a $47 million year-over-year increase in the cost of materials and related components.
"Looking ahead, we are optimistic about 2005. Our manufacturing businesses continue their strong performance, and our Service Experts segment is beginning to benefit from the restructuring actions we have taken." LII expects earnings per share in 2005 will be in the range of $1.50 to $1.60 -- an improvement of 8% to 15% over the 2004 result of $1.39 -- on mid-single digit revenue growth. This EPS range includes approximately 10 cents of dilution due to EITF 04-8 and, based on preliminary analysis, the impact of expensing stock options due to the company's adoption of SFAS 123R during 2005. The company indicated capital expenditures will approximate $80 million in 2005, driven by investment to comply with the new National Appliance Energy Conservation Act 13 SEER industry standard that increases the minimum efficiency for residential air conditioners by 30 percent, as well as investment in other new products, and IT systems.
Fourth Quarter Segment Performance
Residential Heating & Cooling segment revenue increased 3% during the quarter to $333 million, driven by growth at LII's Lennox Industries and Ducane units, as well as the company's hearth products business. Adjusting for foreign exchange, sales were up 2%. Segment profit was $37 million, down from $45 million last year, with operating margins declining from 13.9% to 11.2%. Higher volumes and improved pricing were not sufficient to offset the impact of higher material costs in the quarter.
Commercial Heating & Cooling benefited from strong performance in North America. Segment revenue increased 18%, or 15% when adjusted for foreign exchange, to $155 million. Segment profit increased 7% to $13 million, with operating margins, squeezed by higher material costs, contracting 90 basis points to 8.4%.
Service Experts sales from continuing operations were down 3%, or 4% adjusting for currency fluctuation, to $154 million. The segment posted an operating profit of $1 million for the quarter, or 0.6% of sales, compared with a loss of $4 million in the previous year. Lower headcount and cost reduction programs contributed to the improvement in profitability.
Refrigeration segment revenue rose 12%, up 7% in constant currencies, led by strong sales growth in the Americas. Segment profit increased 26% to $10 million, benefiting from price increases, and operational improvement in the Americas and Asia Pacific regions. Operating margins grew to 8.5% from 7.6% in fourth quarter 2003.
Conference call scheduled
LII has scheduled a conference call to discuss financial results for the fourth quarter and full-year 2004 on Thursday, February 10, at 9:30 a.m. (CST). All interested parties are invited to listen as Bob Schjerven, CEO, and Sue Carter, CFO, comment on the company's operating results.
To listen, please call the conference call line at 651-224-7472 ten minutes prior to the scheduled start time and use reservation number 768142. The number of connections for this call is limited to 200. This conference call will also be webcast on Lennox International's web site at http://www.lennoxinternational.com.
If you are unable to participate in this conference call, a replay will be available from 3:00 p.m. February 10 through February 17, 2005 by dialing 800- 475-6701, access code 768142. This call will also be archived on the company's web site.
Operating in over 100 countries, Lennox International Inc. is a global leader in the heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration markets. Lennox International stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "LII." Additional information is available at: http://www.lennoxinternational.com or by contacting Bill Moltner, vice president, investor relations, at 972-497-6670.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties including the impact of higher raw material prices, our ability to implement price increases for our products and services, the impact of unfavorable weather on the demand for our products and services, the impact of new equipment energy efficiency regulations on the company's operations, and completion and final outcome of the external audit of the company's financial statements, that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. For information concerning these risks and uncertainties, see LII's publicly available filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. LII disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
For the Three Months and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2004 and 2003
(In millions, except per share data)
For the Three For the Twelve
Months Ended Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
2004 2003 2004 2003
(unaudited) (unaudited)
NET SALES $741.4 $700.3 $2,982.7 $2,789.9
COST OF GOODS SOLD 503.3 460.8 1,985.2 1,846.6
Gross profit 238.1 239.5 997.5 943.3
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling, general and
administrative
expense 202.8 200.9 826.1 783.6
Goodwill impairment (0.3) -- 208.0 --
Losses and other
expenses -- -- -- 1.9
Operational income
(loss) from
continuing
operations 35.6 38.6 (36.6) 157.8
INTEREST EXPENSE, net 4.7 7.2 27.2 28.4
OTHER INCOME (0.2) (1.2) (0.8) (2.4)
Income (loss) from
continuing operations
before income taxes 31.1 32.6 (63.0) 131.8
PROVISION FOR INCOME
TAXES 12.0 12.1 30.5 46.3
Income (loss) from
continuing
operations 19.1 20.5 (93.5) 85.5
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
Loss from operations 9.2 2.1 38.9 0.1
Income tax benefit (2.9) (1.6) (9.3) (1.0)
Loss on disposal 9.6 -- 14.9 --
Income tax benefit (3.1) -- (3.6) --
Loss (gain) from
discontinued
operations 12.8 0.5 40.9 (0.9)
Net income (loss) $6.3 $20.0 $(134.4) $86.4
INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE
FROM CONTINUING
OPERATIONS:
Basic $0.32 $0.35 $(1.56) $1.46
Diluted $0.29 $0.32 $(1.56) $1.35
(LOSS) INCOME PER
SHARE FROM
DISCONTINUED
OPERATIONS:
Basic $(0.22) $(0.01) $(0.68) $0.02
Diluted $(0.18) $(0.01) $(0.68) $0.01
NET INCOME (LOSS)
PER SHARE:
Basic $0.10 $0.34 $(2.24) $1.48
Diluted $0.11 $0.31 $(2.24) $1.36
Note: Per share amounts above reflect the adoption of EITF 04-8, "The
Effect of Contingently Convertible
Debt on Diluted earnings per Share."
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
SEGMENT REVENUES AND OPERATING PROFIT
For the Three Months and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2004 and 2003
(In millions)
For the Three For the Twelve
Months Ended Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
2004 2003 2004 2003
(unaudited) (unaudited)
Net Sales
Residential $332.8 $323.6 $1,419.8 $1,358.7
Commercial 155.1 132.0 580.8 508.4
Heating and Cooling 487.9 455.6 2,000.6 1,867.1
Service Experts 153.9 158.1 611.7 611.3
Refrigeration 115.2 102.9 444.7 387.2
Eliminations (15.6) (16.3) (74.3) (75.7)
$741.4 $700.3 $2,982.7 $2,789.9
Segment Profit
(Loss)(A)
Residential $37.2 $45.0 $169.7 $152.1
Commercial 13.1 12.3 51.2 38.0
Heating and Cooling 50.3 57.3 220.9 190.1
Service Experts 1.0 (3.9) (2.2) 1.0
Refrigeration 9.8 7.8 42.7 36.2
Corporate and other (27.2) (24.0) (91.5) (68.8)
Eliminations 1.4 1.4 1.5 1.2
Segment Profit 35.3 38.6 171.4 159.7
Reconciliation to
(loss) income from
continuing operations
before income taxes
Goodwill impairment (0.3) -- 208.0 --
Losses and other
expenses -- -- -- 1.9
Interest expense, net 4.7 7.2 27.2 28.4
Other income (0.2) (1.2) (0.8) (2.4)
$31.1 $32.6 $(63.0) $131.8
(A) Segment profit is based upon income from continuing operations
included in the accompanying consolidated statements of
operations excluding Goodwill Impairment, and Losses and Other
Expenses.
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
As of December 31, 2004 and 2003
(In millions, except share data)
ASSETS
As of December 31,
2004 2003
(unaudited)
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $60.9 $76.1
Accounts and notes receivable, net 472.5 416.6
Inventories 247.2 214.1
Deferred income taxes 13.1 33.4
Other assets 45.9 37.0
Assets held for sale 5.1 88.8
Total current assets 844.7 866.0
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net 234.0 229.6
GOODWILL, net 225.4 432.5
DEFERRED INCOME TAXES 82.8 65.0
OTHER ASSETS 131.7 127.0
TOTAL ASSETS $1,518.6 $1,720.1
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Short-term debt $6.0 $3.6
Current maturities of long-term debt 36.4 21.4
Accounts payable 237.0 247.3
Accrued expenses 286.3 279.1
Income taxes payable 14.6 35.3
Liabilities held for sale 3.7 28.6
Total current liabilities 584.0 615.3
LONG-TERM DEBT 268.1 337.3
POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS, OTHER THAN PENSIONS 14.2 13.8
PENSIONS 105.5 94.1
OTHER LIABILITIES 73.9 81.9
Total liabilities 1,045.7 1,142.4
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Preferred stock, $.01 par value, 25,000,000
shares authorized, no shares issued
or outstanding -- --
Common stock, $.01 par value,
200,000,000 shares authorized, 66,367,987
shares and 64,247,203 shares issued for
2004 and 2003, respectively 0.7 0.6
Additional paid-in capital 454.1 420.4
Retained earnings 66.8 224.4
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) 0.7 (18.4)
Deferred compensation (18.2) (18.2)
Treasury stock, at cost, 3,044,286 shares
and 3,043,916 shares for 2004
and 2003, respectively (31.2) (31.1)
Total stockholders' equity 472.9 577.7
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY $1,518.6 $1,720.1
Note: 2003 Balance Sheet has been adjusted to conform to the current year
presentation of certain items.
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Reconciliation to U.S. GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles)
Measures
(In millions)
Free Cash Flow From Continuing Operations
For the Three Months For the Twelve Months
Ended December 31, Ended December 31,
2004 2003 2004 2003
Net cash provided by
(used in) operating
activities $(31.3) $33.7 $55.0 $59.7
Net cash used in
operating activities
of disc. ops (19.0) 3.2 7.3 5.4
Purchases of property,
plant and equipment (15.9) (18.4) (40.3) (39.7)
Change in asset
securitization 130.0 86.0 -- 99.0
Free cash flow from
continuing operations $63.8 $104.5 $22.0 $124.4
Note: Management uses free cash flow, which is not defined by US GAAP, to
measure the Company's operating performance. Free cash flow is one
measure used to determine incentive compensation for certain
employees.
SOURCE Lennox International Inc.
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