OREANDA-NEWS.  Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:FDML) today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2016.  Net sales for the second quarter were $1,924 million, compared to $1,962 million in Q2 2015, a $38 million, or 2 percent, decrease.  Higher OE sales and sales from the acquired valvetrain business were offset by lower aftermarket sales and $15 million of negative impact from currency exchange rate fluctuations.  For the first half ended June 30, 2016, net sales were $3,821 million, a $24 million, or 1 percent, increase compared with the prior year period, despite $67 million of negative impact from currency exchange rate fluctuations.  Gross profit for the second quarter was $304 million, or 15.8 percent of sales, a 1 percentage point margin improvement, compared with Q2 2015.  The improved gross profit margin was driven primarily by operational improvements in both divisions as well as the favorable impact of ongoing restructuring and integration programs, partially offset by the impact from lower sales.  Net income from continuing operations attributable to Federal-Mogul in the quarter was $31 million, or $0.18 per share, compared with net income from continuing operations attributable to Federal-Mogul of $15 million or $0.09 per share in Q2 2015.  Adjusted net income in Q2 2016 was $47 million, or $0.28 per share.  Operational EBITDA in Q2 2016 was $196 million, compared to $182 million in Q2 2015.  The Company ended the second quarter 2016 with liquidity of $461 million, including cash of $290 million and $171 million of availability under its revolving credit facility.

Division Results

Powertrain Division

Federal-Mogul’s Powertrain division reported second quarter revenue of $1,172 million, compared to $1,167 million in the same prior year period. The increase in Powertrain’s revenue was principally driven by an increase in sales volume, which was enhanced by revenue from the acquired valvetrain business.  This increase was partially offset by a $7 million negative impact from currency exchange fluctuations.

At constant exchange rates, Federal-Mogul Powertrain Q2 2016 sales were up 1 percent over Q2 2015, primarily due to the valvetrain acquisition, and were partially offset by continued weakness in the heavy-duty and industrial segments, as well as declines in the Brazilian market.

Operational EBITDA in Q2 was $135 million or 11.5 percent of revenue, a $20 million improvement compared to $115 million, or 9.9 percent of revenue, in Q2 2015. While EBITDA was negatively impacted by the decrease in production in the heavy-duty and industrial segments, overall operational performance, including material cost savings, was significantly improved.  In addition, EBITDA was positively impacted by $3 million of currency exchange fluctuations.

For the first half of 2016, the Powertrain division reported revenue of $2,300 million, $5 million lower than the same period of 2015. The year-over-year comparison was impacted by $37 million of negative currency exchange, but in constant dollars revenue increased by $32 million or just over 1 percent.  Operational EBITDA for the first half of the year was $254 million or 11.0 percent of revenue, compared to $226 million or 9.8 percent of revenue in the prior year, largely driven by improved operational performance in material sourcing, manufacturing and overall cost management.

During Q2, Federal-Mogul Powertrain received several notable customer accolades. The company was honored with the prestigious 2016 Volkswagen Group Award for supplier excellence, recognized for its delivery of pistons, piston rings, bearings and valves on various engine programs for the vehicle manufacturer group. The company was also the recipient of a Green Supplier of the Year award from Yazaki and a Pinnacle Award from Delphi Automotive, both in recognition of its systems protection solutions.

Federal-Mogul Powertrain’s engine content was included in all 12 car engine category winners in the 2016 International Engine of the Year Awards presented last month. The top award went to the Ferrari 3.9-litre biturbo V8, which features Federal-Mogul Powertrain’s cylinder head gaskets and engine valvetrain components.

“While we are pleased with our overall results for the quarter, our sales were relatively flat during this period. We must continue to work to drive additional growth in our top line as we look ahead to the second half of 2016,” said Rainer Jueckstock, Federal-Mogul co-CEO and CEO, Federal-Mogul Powertrain. “We remain well-positioned throughout the world to continue developing innovative powertrain solutions for the light, industrial and heavy-duty vehicle segments that we serve.”

Motorparts Division

Federal-Mogul’s Motorparts division reported second quarter revenue of $818 million, a $53 million, or 6 percent, decrease from the prior year period, including $8 million of negative impact from currency exchange rate fluctuations.  North American aftermarket sales decreased by 10 percent in the quarter, at constant exchange, representing most of the year-over-year decline.  The second quarter of 2015 experienced unusually high sales volume as a result of supply chain issues that impacted the first quarter 2015, leading to a challenging comparison.  Sales in EMEA declined to $297 million compared to $305 million in the same period last year, primarily due to lower aftermarket sales in Germany and the Middle East, partially offset by stronger OE volume.  Asia Pacific sales were $61 million compared to $57 million in Q2 2015.  Motorparts continued to experience solid growth in the China aftermarket (26%), the India aftermarket (12%), and its OE business (11%), each at constant exchange rates, which was partially offset by lower export sales to the region as well as the downsizing of operations in Australia.  

In Q2 2016, the Motorparts division recorded Operational EBITDA of $61 million, or 7.5 percent of revenue, compared to $67 million, or 7.7 percent of revenue, in Q2 2015. The decrease in Operational EBITDA was largely due to increased marketing investment ($4 million) and a legal reserve ($3 million) during the quarter as improved operational performance and commercial actions offset the impact of lower volumes.

Through the first half 2016, the Motorparts division recorded revenue of $1,649 million compared to $1,644 million in the prior year period, including $30 million of negative impact from currency exchange rate fluctuations.  EBITDA was $135 million, or 8.2 percent of revenue, in the six months ending June 30, 2016 compared to $98 million, or 6.0 percent of revenue, in the same period last year.

Daniel Ninivaggi, Federal-Mogul co-CEO and CEO, Federal-Mogul Motorparts commented, “Sales in the second quarter of 2016 were somewhat disappointing but our operational performance was solid.  In addition, we continue to make progress on our strategic initiatives.  Key highlights during the second quarter included the opening of new regional distribution centers in Belgium and China, the acquisition of a filter manufacturing business in Mexico, expansion of our ‘Tech First’ technical training and support platform for vehicle repair specialists and continued investment in our globally-recognized brands.  We remain very focused on delivering value to our customers every day through better products, service and field support.”

Proposal from Majority Shareholder

On February 29, 2016, the Company announced it had received a proposal from its majority shareholder, Icahn Enterprises L.P. ("IEP"), to purchase the shares of the Company's common stock not owned by IEP for $7.00 per share in a merger transaction. 

On June 20, 2016, the Company announced that it had received a revised proposal from IEP to purchase shares of the Company’s common stock not owned by IEP for $8.00 per share, an increase from IEP’s previous offer of $7.00 in cash per share.  The transaction process remains ongoing.

 

Reconciliation to GAAP

In addition to GAAP results included within this press release, the Company has provided certain information which is not calculated according to GAAP (“non-GAAP”), such as sales at constant exchange rates, this measure excludes the effect of currency exchange on current year results; Operational EBITDA; and Adjusted Net Income. Management uses these non-GAAP measures to evaluate the operating performance of the Company and its business segments and to forecast future periods.  Management believes that investors will likewise find these non-GAAP measures useful in evaluating such performance. Such measures are frequently used by security analysts, institutional investors and other interested parties in the evaluation of companies in our industry.

Non-GAAP measures should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for our reported results prepared in accordance with GAAP and, as calculated, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures of other companies. For a reconciliation of non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measure, please see the financial schedules that accompany this release.

Forward-Looking Statements

Statements contained in this press release which are not historical fact constitute "Forward-Looking Statements."  Actual results may differ materially due to numerous important factors that are described in Federal-Mogul's most recent report to the SEC on Form 10-K, which may be revised or supplemented in subsequent reports to the SEC on Forms 10-Q and 8-K.  Such factors include, but are not limited to, the company’s ability to successfully integrate and achieve the anticipated synergies from recent acquisitions, fluctuations in domestic or foreign vehicle production, fluctuations in the demand for vehicles containing our products, the company's ability to generate cost savings or manufacturing efficiencies to offset or exceed contractually or competitively required price reductions or price reductions to obtain new business, conditions in the automotive industry, and corresponding effects and general global and regional economic conditions. Federal-Mogul does not intend or assume any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

About Federal-Mogul

Federal-Mogul Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ:FDML) is a leading global supplier of products and services to the world’s manufacturers and servicers of vehicles and equipment in the automotive, light, medium and heavy-duty commercial, marine, rail, aerospace, power generation and industrial markets. The company’s products and services enable improved fuel economy, reduced emissions and enhanced vehicle safety.

Federal-Mogul operates two independent business divisions, each with a chief executive officer reporting to Federal-Mogul's Board of Directors.

Federal-Mogul Powertrain designs and manufactures original equipment powertrain components and systems protection products for automotive, heavy-duty, industrial and transport applications.

Federal-Mogul Motorparts sells and distributes a broad portfolio of products through more than 20 of the world’s most recognized brands in the global vehicle aftermarket, while also serving original equipment vehicle manufacturers with products including braking, wipers and a range of chassis components.  The company’s aftermarket brands include ANCO® wiper blades; Champion® lighting, spark plugs, wipers and filters; Interfil® filters; AE®, Fel-Pro®, FP Diesel®, Goetze®, Glyco®, N?ral®, Payen® and Sealed Power® engine products; MOOG® chassis components; and Ferodo®, Jurid® and Wagner® brake products and lighting.

Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899 and maintains its worldwide headquarters in Southfield, Michigan. The Company has more than 53,000 employees globally. For more information, please visit www.federalmogul.com or contact:

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FEDERAL-MOGUL HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
(in millions, except per share amounts)
 
    Three Months Ended   Six Months Ended
    June 30   June 30
    2016   2015   2016   2015
                 
Net sales   $ 1,924     $ 1,962     $ 3,821     $ 3,797  
Cost of products sold   (1,620 )   (1,672 )   (3,229 )   (3,256 )
                 
Gross profit   304     290     592     541  
                 
Selling, general and administrative expenses   (215 )   (200 )   (413 )   (403 )
Goodwill and intangible impairment expense, net   (6 )       (6 )   6  
Restructuring charges and asset impairments   (6 )   (30 )   (24 )   (43 )
Amortization expense   (14 )   (15 )   (29 )   (29 )
Other income (expense), net   2         12     (3 )
Operating income (loss)   65     45     132     69  
                 
Interest expense, net   (36 )   (32 )   (73 )   (67 )
Equity earnings of nonconsolidated affiliates   19     16     33     28  
Income (loss) from continuing operations before income taxes   48     29     92     30  
Income tax (expense) benefit   (15 )   (12 )   (23 )   (23 )
Income (loss) income from continuing operations   33     17     69     7  
Gain from discontinued operations, net of income tax       7         7  
Net income (loss)   33     24     69     14  
                 
Less net income attributable to noncontrolling interests   (2 )   (2 )   (3 )   (3 )
Net income (loss) attributable to Federal-Mogul   $ 31     $ 22     $ 66     $ 11  
                 
Amounts attributable to Federal-Mogul:                
Net income (loss) from continuing operations   $ 31     $ 15     $ 66     $ 4  
Gain from discontinued operations, net of income tax       7         7  
Net income (loss)   $ 31     $ 22     $ 66     $ 11  
                 
Net income (loss) per common share attributable to Federal-Mogul                
Basic and diluted:                
Net income (loss) from continuing operations   $ 0.18     $ 0.09     $ 0.39     $ 0.03  
Gain from discontinued operations, net of income tax       0.04         0.04  
Net income (loss)   $ 0.18     $ 0.13     $ 0.39     $ 0.07  
FEDERAL-MOGUL HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited)
(in millions)
 
    June 30   December 31
    2016   2015
ASSETS        
Current assets:        
Cash and cash equivalents   $ 290     $ 194  
Accounts receivable, net   1,351     1,374  
Inventories, net   1,348     1,342  
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   216     188  
Total current assets   3,205     3,098  
         
Property, plant and equipment, net   2,387     2,353  
Goodwill and other indefinite-lived intangible assets   907     903  
Definite-lived intangible assets, net   374     404  
Investments in nonconsolidated affiliates   266     296  
Other noncurrent assets   160     174  
TOTAL ASSETS   $ 7,299     $ 7,228  
         
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY        
Current liabilities:        
Short-term debt, including current portion of long-term debt   144     $ 138  
Accounts payable   915     901  
Accrued liabilities   576     582  
Current portion of pensions and other postemployment benefits liability   41     40  
Other current liabilities   142     159  
Total current liabilities   1,818     1,820  
         
Long-term debt   2,949     2,914  
Pensions and other postemployment benefits liability   1,110     1,123  
Long-term portion of deferred income taxes   367     367  
Other accrued liabilities   91     102  
         
Shareholders’ equity:        
Preferred stock ($0.01 par value; 90,000,000 authorized shares; none issued)        
Common stock ($0.01 par value; 450,100,000 authorized shares; 170,636,151 issued shares
and 169,040,651 outstanding shares as of June 30, 2016 and December 31, 2015)
  2     2  
Additional paid-in capital   2,899     2,899  
Accumulated deficit   (730 )   (796 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (1,329 )   (1,318 )
Treasury stock, at cost   (17 )   (17 )
Total Federal-Mogul shareholders’ equity   825     770  
Noncontrolling interests   139     132  
Total shareholders’ equity   964     902  
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY   $ 7,299     $ 7,228  
FEDERAL-MOGUL HOLDINGS CORPORATION
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
(in millions)
 
    Six Months Ended
    June 30
    2016   2015
Cash Provided From (Used By) Operating Activities        
Net income (loss)   $ 69     $ 14  
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided from (used by) operating activities:        
Depreciation and amortization   180     166  
Restructuring charges and asset impairments   24     43  
Payments against restructuring liabilities   (24 )   (38 )
Goodwill and intangible asset impairment expense, net   6     (6 )
Equity earnings of nonconsolidated affiliates   (33 )   (28 )
Cash dividends received from nonconsolidated affiliates   65     6  
Change in pensions and postemployment benefits   (16 )   (16 )
Deferred tax benefit   (2 )   (1 )
Loss on sale of equity method investment       11  
Gain from discontinued operations       (7 )
Gain from sales of property, plant and equipment   (9 )   (4 )
Unrealized foreign currency transaction losses   (1 )    
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:        
Accounts receivable   35     (182 )
Inventories   8     (117 )
Accounts payable   27     80  
Other assets and liabilities   (37 )   (12 )
Net Cash Provided From (Used by) Operating Activities   292     (91 )
         
Cash Provided From (Used By) Investing Activities        
Expenditures for property, plant and equipment   (195 )   (216 )
Payments to acquire businesses, net of cash acquired   (24 )   (301 )
Net proceeds from sale of equity method investment       15  
Net proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment   4     8  
Transfer of cash balances upon disposition of held for sale operations   (12 )    
Capital investment in nonconsolidated affiliates   (1 )    
Net Cash Provided From (Used By) Investing Activities   (228 )   (494 )
         
Cash Provided From (Used By) Financing Activities        
Proceeds from term loans, net of original issue discount   28      
Proceeds from equity rights offering net of related fees       250  
Proceeds from borrowings on revolving line of credit   256     384  
Payments on revolving line of credit   (208 )   (154 )
Principal payments on term loans   (38 )   (13 )
Decrease in other long-term debt       (4 )
Increase in short-term debt   2     17  
Net remittances on servicing of factoring arrangements   (1 )   (1 )
Net Cash Provided From (Used By) Financing Activities   39     479  
         
Effect of foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations on cash   (19 )   17  
         
Cash and equivalents at beginning of period   194     332  
Cash from operations held for sale at January 1   12      
Increase (decrease) in cash and equivalents   84     (89 )
Cash and equivalents at end of period   $ 290     $ 243  
         
Supplementary Disclosures:        
Non-cash financing and investing activities:        
Change in accrued property and equipment additions   $ (17 )   $ (16 )