The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
After the $19.2 million of special charges, net loss for the second quarter of fiscal 2002 was $16.8 million, or $1.19 per share, compared to net earnings of $70,000 for the comparable quarter of the prior fiscal year. Revenues for the second quarter of fiscal 2002 were $99 million, down from $157 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2001.
For the six months ended February 28, 2002, revenues were $179 million compared to $311 million in the same six-month period of fiscal 2001. The net loss for the first six months of fiscal 2002 was $21.9 million, or $1.55 per share, compared to net earnings of $3.1 million, or $.22 per share in the same six-month period of fiscal 2001.
The Company's new railcar manufacturing backlog as of February 28, 2002 was 1,900 units valued at $100 million, compared to 2,400 units valued at $130 million at November 30, 2001. Subsequent to quarter end, an order for 600 railcars valued at approximately $30 million was received.
William A. Furman, president and chief executive officer, noted, "During the present economic and rail supply industry downturn, our strategies for managing the Company have been set on a few fundamental points. These include strengthening our balance sheet, managing for cash flow and liquidity, reducing expenses, and increasing our market share for new freight cars. The actions behind the special charges support these strategies, particularly our tax planning and balance sheet objectives."
"The European restructuring costs and investment write-down," Furman continued, "are consistent with our plans announced in January, 2002 to downsize the European organization and attain profitability. The plan is achieving commercial success and generating cost savings. Losses for the second quarter, before special charges, were $1.6 million less than the first quarter ended November 30, 2001."
"In the quarter, the Company implemented tax strategies to take advantage of certain favorable tax provisions in the recently enacted U.S. economic stimulus package. Until recently, we have not been able to claim European losses on our U.S. tax returns, nor benefit from them in Europe. As a result of these strategies, during our second quarter, $6.1 million of tax benefit associated with Europe was recognized. The Company will seek to obtain additional tax benefits during the remainder of fiscal 2002 as a result of tax planning opportunities."
Mark Rittenbaum, senior vice president and treasurer, said: "In addition to the $19.2 million of special charges, Greenbrier established reserves for $2.5 million pre-tax in operating costs during the quarter. These costs are not expected to recur in fiscal 2002. Greenbrier continues to focus on liquidity, cash flow, and a strong balance sheet, rather than reported profits, during the current downturn. Cash balances are nearly $50 million. Unused bank lines of $113 million were available at quarter end. The Company is not borrowing on any of its North American bank lines. Almost $45 million in debt has been paid down fiscal year to date; $30 million of debt was repaid during the second quarter."
"EBITDA, before special charges, minority interest and equity in unconsolidated subsidiary," Rittenbaum continued, "was $5 million for the second fiscal quarter of 2002 and $12 million fiscal year to date. The write-down of intangible assets will reduce future amortization expense by $1.5 million (pre-tax) annually. Cash flow from operations was $2.5 million for the first six months of the fiscal year. While North American manufacturing operations are currently operating at a book loss, they are producing positive EBITDA. European operations are currently generating book losses and negative EBITDA. Leasing and services, railcar repair, refurbishment, wheels services, and marine manufacturing operations continue to be profitable, both on a book and cash basis. Cash flow from our leasing operations remains highly positive."
The Greenbrier Companies, headquartered in Lake Oswego, Oregon, is a leading supplier of transportation equipment and services to the railroad industry in North America. Greenbrier builds new railroad freight cars in the U.S., Canada and Mexico, and repairs and refurbishes freight cars and wheels at eleven locations across North America. The company also builds new railroad freight cars and refurbishes freight cars for the European market through its manufacturing operations in Poland and various sub-contractor facilities throughout Europe. At Greenbrier's Portland, Oregon manufacturing facility, it builds ocean-going barges for the maritime industry. Greenbrier owns or manages a fleet of approximately 49,000 railcars.
Except for historical information contained herein, this press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including without limitation, statements as to expectations, beliefs, and future financial performance. These forward-looking statements are dependent on a number of factors, business risks and issues, a change in which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Such factors, risks and issues are set forth from time to time under "Forward-Looking Statements," in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations in Greenbrier's SEC filings and reports. Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which such statement is made. Greenbrier undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statement is made.
The Greenbrier Companies will host a teleconference to discuss first quarter results. Teleconference details are as follows:
Wednesday, April 10, 2002
7:30 a.m. Pacific Daylight Time
Real-time Audio Access: ("Newsroom" at http://www.gbrx.com )
Please access the site 10 minutes prior to the start time. Following the call, a replay will be available on the same site.
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
February 28, August 31,
2002 2001
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $49,544 $77,299
Accounts and notes receivable 45,970 50,555
Inventories 92,506 94,581
Investment in direct finance leases 83,105 103,576
Equipment on operating leases 147,421 150,126
Property, plant and equipment 72,836 76,898
Intangible assets 9,159 26,450
Other 25,010 26,695
$525,551 $606,180
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Revolving notes $18,995 $32,986
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities 130,132 135,898
Deferred participation 54,240 56,176
Deferred income taxes 21,869 26,920
Notes payable 155,418 177,575
Subordinated debt 29,261 37,491
Minority interest 4,928 5,025
Stockholders' equity 110,708 134,109
$525,551 $606,180
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
Three Months Ended Six Months Ended
February 28, February 28,
2002 2001 2002 2001
Revenue
Manufacturing $79,512 $135,175 $141,155 $269,954
Leasing & services 19,557 21,743 37,796 40,948
99,069 156,918 178,951 310,902
Cost of revenue
Manufacturing 79,880 129,490 138,164 249,854
Leasing & services 10,631 10,983 20,862 21,178
90,511 140,473 159,026 271,032
Margin 8,558 16,445 19,925 39,870
Other costs
Selling and
administrative expense 9,320 10,454 19,691 24,384
Interest expense 4,683 5,448 10,170 10,442
Special Charges 19,212 -- 19,212 --
33,215 15,902 49,073 34,826
Earnings (loss) before
income tax expense,
minority interest,
equity in unconsolidated
subsidiary (24,657) 543 (29,148) 5,044
Income tax benefit
(expense) 8,022 (1,402) 8,107 (2,773)
Earnings (loss) before
minority interest, equity
in unconsolidated
subsidiary (16,635) (859) (21,041) 2,271
Minority interest 225 104 97 (19)
Equity in unconsolidated
subsidiary (416) 825 (925) 817
Net earnings (loss) $(16,826) $70 $(21,869) $3,069
Basic earnings (loss)
per common share $(1.19) $0.00 $(1.55) $0.22
Diluted earnings
(loss) per common share $(1.19) $0.00 $(1.55) $0.22
Weighted average common
shares outstanding:
Basic 14,121 14,121 14,121 14,151
Diluted 14,121 14,146 14,121 14,170
THE GREENBRIER COMPANIES, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands, except per share amounts, unaudited)
Six Months Ended
February 28,
2002 2001
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net earnings (loss) $(21,869) $3,069
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings
(loss) to net cash provided by (used in)
operating activities:
Deferred income taxes (5,051) (2,102)
Deferred participation (1,936) 1,325
Depreciation and amortization 11,610 10,838
Gain on sales of equipment (507) (1,174)
Special charges -- Impairment 14,791 --
Other 546 375
Decrease (increase) in assets:
Accounts and notes receivable 4,585 3,782
Inventories 3,932 (23,269)
Other 1,678 (1,565)
Decrease in liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (5,350) (18,388)
Net cash provided by (used in) operating
activities 2,429 (27,109)
Cash flows from investing activities:
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired -- (282)
Principal payments received under direct
finance leases 10,175 10,031
Proceeds from sales of equipment 14,785 46,170
Purchase of property and equipment (10,527) (37,434)
Net cash provided by investing activities 14,433 18,485
Cash flows from financing activities:
Change in revolving notes (13,991) 23,985
Proceeds from notes payable -- 788
Repayments of notes payable (21,549) (14,270)
Repayment of subordinated debt (8,230) --
Dividends (847) (2,545)
Purchase of Company's common stock -- (959)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing
activities (44,617) 6,999
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents (27,755) (1,625)
Cash and cash equivalents
Beginning of period 77,299 12,908
End of period $49,544 $11,283
SOURCE: The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.
Contact: Mark Rittenbaum of The Greenbrier Companies, Inc.,
+1-503-684-7000
Website: http://www.gbrx.com/
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