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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- SUPERVALU INC. (NYSE: SVU) today reported second quarter fiscal 2010 net sales of $9.5 billion and net earnings of $74 million, or $0.35 per diluted share. In the second quarter of fiscal 2009, the company reported net sales of $10.2 billion and net earnings of $128 million, or $0.60 per diluted share, including after-tax one-time acquisition related costs of $2 million or $0.01 per diluted share.
Craig Herkert, SUPERVALU's chief executive officer and president, said, "Consumer purchasing behavior, deflationary pressures, as well as our decision to make meaningful investments in price and promotions significantly impacted our second quarter sales and margins. As a result, earnings were lower than the prior year, generally in line with our expectations, and slightly better than analysts' consensus of $0.33 per share as reported by First Call. Even as we have made these investments which resulted in pressure on our margins, I'm pleased that our total debt has been reduced $340 million since year end. As we move into the last half of the year, we will place intense focus on in-store execution and merchandising programs. I am confident that our strategy to provide shoppers with enhanced value and other changes we are now making, will allow us to compete more effectively."
"As my vision of SUPERVALU as "America's Neighborhood Grocer" unfolds, I am excited by the long-term prospects for this company. Our 4,300 store network is uniquely positioned to serve the diverse needs of neighborhoods across America and provides an outstanding platform from which we can grow," Herkert added.
Second Quarter Results
Second quarter retail food net sales were $7.4 billion compared to $8.0 billion last year, a decrease of 6.9 percent, primarily reflecting the impact of identical store sales of negative 4.8 percent and previously announced store closures. The identical store sales performance primarily results from a challenging economic environment, heightened competitive activity, deflationary pressures and investments in price and promotions. Customer traffic declines represented only a nominal component of the decrease. Retail square footage decreased 3.1 percent from the second quarter of fiscal 2009. Excluding the impact of store closures, total retail square footage increased 0.9 percent compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2009.
Second quarter supply chain services net sales were $2.0 billion compared to $2.3 billion last year, a decrease of 9.5 percent, primarily reflecting the on-going transition of Target Corporation volume to self-distribution.
Retail food net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2010 represented 78.3 percent of net sales compared to 77.9 percent last year. Supply chain services net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2010 represented 21.7 percent of net sales compared to 22.1 percent last year.
Gross profit margin in the second quarter was $2.1 billion, or 22.1 percent of net sales, compared to $2.3 billion or 22.4 percent last year. The decrease in gross margin as a percent of net sales primarily reflects the impact of a higher promotional sales mix and increased investments in price, partially offset by lower LIFO expense.
Selling and administrative expenses in the second quarter were $1.8 billion, or 19.5 percent of net sales, compared to $1.9 billion, or 19.0 percent last year. The increase in selling and administrative expenses as a percent of net sales primarily reflects reduced sales leverage that more than offset the savings achieved from ongoing costs reduction initiatives.
Reported operating earnings for the second quarter were $245 million, or 2.6 percent of net sales compared to $342 million, or 3.3 percent last year. Retail food operating earnings were $188 million, or 2.5 percent of net sales, compared to $284 million, or 3.6 percent last year. The decline in retail food operating earnings as a percent of net sales primarily reflects the impact of a challenging economic environment, heightened competitive activity, the impact of a higher promotional sales mix, increased investments in price and reduced sales leverage. Supply chain services operating earnings were $63 million, or 3.0 percent of sales, compared to $77 million, or 3.4 percent of sales last year. The decline in supply chain services operating earnings as a percent of net sales primarily reflects the impact of reduced sales leverage with the transition of the Target Corporation volume to self-distribution.
Net interest expense for the second quarter was $131 million compared to $141 million last year reflecting lower interest rates and reduced borrowing levels. The company remains in compliance with all debt covenants.
SUPERVALU's income tax expense was $40 million, or 35.1 percent of pre-tax income in the second quarter compared to $73 million, or 36.4 percent of pre-tax income in last year's second quarter, primarily reflecting a lower effective state tax rate.
Capital spending for the second quarter was $158 million compared to $281 million in the prior year, including approximately $11 million in capital leases. In the second quarter the company completed 27 major remodels, 4 minor remodels and 1 new traditional supermarket. Year to date capital spending was $396 million compared to $677 million in the prior year, including approximately $12 million in capital leases.
Total debt to capital was 75 percent at quarter-end compared to 77 percent at fiscal 2009 year-end. This ratio is calculated as total debt, including current and long-term debt and obligations under capital leases, divided by the sum of total debt and total stockholders' equity.
Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding for the second quarter were 213 million shares compared to 213 million shares last year. As of September 12, 2009, SUPERVALU had 212 million shares outstanding.
Year-to-date net cash flows from operating activities were $840 million compared to $745 million in the prior year, primarily reflecting an improvement in working capital. Year-to-date net cash flows used in investing activities were $369 million compared to $585 million last year, primarily reflecting reduced capital expenditures in the current year. Year-to-date net cash used for financing activities were $442 million compared to $130 million last year, primarily reflecting higher levels of debt reduction in the current year.
Fiscal 2010 Guidance
Commenting on guidance, Herkert stated, "We are taking ten cents off the top of our previous fiscal 2010 earnings guidance range as the economic outlook in the back half of the year and its impact on consumers has become clearer." Identical store sales, excluding fuel, are now projected to be approximately negative 4 percent for the year compared to previous guidance of negative 3 percent. As a result, fiscal 2010 net earnings are expected to be in the range of $1.95 to $2.05 per diluted share on a GAAP basis and $2.01 to $2.11 on an adjusted basis when excluding costs related to store closures.
Fiscal 2010 Fiscal 2010
Reconciliation of GAAP to Non-GAAP(1) Updated Previous
Guidance Guidance
GAAP diluted net earnings per share $1.95 to $2.05 $1.95 to $2.15
Non-GAAP adjustments:
Costs related primarily to store closures $0.06 $0.06
Non-GAAP adjusted diluted net earnings per share $2.01 to $2.11 $2.01 to $2.21
(1)
(1) Comparison of GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Non-GAAP financial measurements in this release are provided to assist in
understanding the impact of certain one-time costs. We believe that adjusting
for certain one-time costs will assist investors in making an evaluation of our
performance. This information should not be construed as an alternative to the
reported results, which have been determined in accordance with accounting
principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
SUPERVALU's fiscal 2010 guidance includes the following assumptions:
-- Net sales for the 52-week fiscal year are estimated to be approximately
$41 billion;
-- Identical store sales growth, excluding fuel, is projected to be
approximately negative 4 percent;
-- Sales in the traditional food distribution business are expected to
decline approximately 8 percent, primarily reflecting the final
transition of the Target Corporation volume to self distribution;
-- Consumer spending will continue to be pressured;
-- Fiscal 2010 will include approximately $20 million in pre-tax charges,
or $0.06 per diluted share related to previously announced store closure
and cost mitigation activities;
-- The effective tax rate is estimated to be approximately 38.6 percent;
-- Weighted-average diluted shares are estimated to be approximately 213
million;
-- Capital spending is projected to be approximately $700 million, which
will include 65 to 70 major store remodels, 25 to 30 minor remodels, 3
new traditional supermarkets and 45 to 55 new hard discount stores,
including 20 to 25 licensed stores; and
-- Debt reduction is estimated to be approximately $700 million including
the net proceeds from the Salt Lake City retail market exit that is
expected to be completed in the third quarter.
Board Adopts New Dividend Policy Effective March 2010
The board of directors voted yesterday to revise the company's dividend policy, with the expectation of reducing the regular quarterly dividend to $0.0875 per share from $0.175 per share, effective for the dividend payment to stockholders of record on March 1, 2010. The dividend reduction will provide annual cash of approximately $75 million that the company expects to utilize to accelerate the growth of its Save-A-Lot banner, as well as support other general corporate purposes.
Craig Herkert, chief executive officer and president, commented on the announcement, "The new dividend payout profile is more appropriate for our industry sector and capital structure. It better aligns capital allocation with our strategic growth objectives, while still maintaining an attractive dividend yield relative to our peers. We recognize the importance of our dividend to our stockholders; however, we believe the additional financial flexibility resulting from the revised dividend policy will allow us to drive greater growth in our highest return businesses, contributing to enhanced shareholder returns over time."
A conference call to review the second quarter results is scheduled for today at 9:00 a.m. (CDT). A live Web cast of the call will be available at http://investor.supervalu.com. An archive of the call is accessible via telephone by dialing (706) 645-9291 with passcode 34924538 and through the company's Web site at www.supervalu.com. The conference call archive will be available through November 3, 2009.
About SUPERVALU INC.
SUPERVALU INC. is one of the largest companies in the U.S. grocery channel with estimated annual sales of $41 billion. SUPERVALU serves customers across the United States through a network of approximately 4,300 stores composed of approximately 1,200 traditional and premium stores, including 850 in-store pharmacies; 1,180 hard discount Save-A-Lot stores, of which 860 are operated by licensee owners; and 1,920 independent stores serviced primarily by the company's traditional food distribution business. SUPERVALU has approximately 170,000 employees. For more information about SUPERVALU visit www.supervalu.com.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS RELEVANT TO FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF "SAFE HARBOR" PROVISIONS OF THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995
Except for the historical and factual information contained herein, the matters set forth in this news release, particularly those pertaining to SUPERVALU's expectations, guidance, or future operating results, and other statements identified by words such as "estimates," "expects," "projects," "plans," and similar expressions are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including the impact of economic and industry conditions, competition, security and food and drug safety issues, the integration of acquired businesses, store expansion and remodeling, liquidity, labor relations issues, escalating costs of providing employee benefits, regulatory matters, self insurance, legal and administrative proceedings, information technology, security, severe weather, natural disasters and adverse climate changes, the continuing review of goodwill and other intangible assets and accounting matters and other risk factors relating to our business or industry as detailed from time to time in SUPERVALU's reports filed with the SEC. You should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this news release. Unless legally required, SUPERVALU undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
(unaudited)
Fiscal Quarter Fiscal Quarter
(In millions, Ended Ended
except per September 12, % of net sales September 6, % of net sales
share data) 2009 2008
(12 weeks) (12 weeks)
Net sales $ 9,461 100.0 % $ 10,226 100.0 %
Cost of sales 7,372 77.9 % 7,937 77.6 %
Gross profit 2,089 22.1 % 2,289 22.4 %
Selling and
administrative 1,844 19.5 % 1,947 19.0 %
expenses
Operating 245 2.6 % 342 3.3 %
earnings
Interest 131 1.4 % 141 1.4 %
expense, net
Earnings
before income 114 1.2 % 201 2.0 %
taxes
Income tax 40 0.4 % 73 0.7 %
provision
Net earnings $ 74 0.8 % $ 128 1.3 %
Net earnings
per share
Basic $ 0.35 $ 0.60
Diluted $ 0.35 $ 0.60
Weighted
average number
of shares
outstanding
Basic 212 211
Diluted 213 213
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
(unaudited)
Fiscal Fiscal
(In millions, Year-to-Date Year-to-Date
except per Ended % of net sales Ended % of net sales
share data) September 12, September 6, 2008
2009 (28 weeks)
(28 weeks)
Net sales $ 22,176 100.0 % $ 23,573 100.0 %
Cost of sales 17,240 77.7 % 18,219 77.3 %
Gross profit 4,936 22.3 % 5,354 22.7 %
Selling and
administrative 4,329 19.5 % 4,556 19.3 %
expenses
Operating 607 2.7 % 798 3.4 %
earnings
Interest 308 1.4 % 331 1.4 %
expense, net
Earnings
before income 299 1.3 % 467 2.0 %
taxes
Income tax 112 0.5 % 177 0.8 %
provision
Net earnings $ 187 0.8 % $ 290 1.2 %
Net earnings
per share
Basic $ 0.88 $ 1.37
Diluted $ 0.88 $ 1.36
Weighted
average number
of shares
outstanding
Basic 212 211
Diluted 213 213
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED SEGMENT FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(unaudited)
Fiscal Quarter Ended Fiscal Quarter Ended
(In millions) September 12, 2009 September 6, 2008
(12 weeks) (12 weeks)
Net sales
Retail food $ 7,411 $ 7,961
% of total 78.3 % 77.9 %
Supply chain services 2,050 2,265
% of total 21.7 % 22.1 %
Total net sales $ 9,461 $ 10,226
100.0 % 100.0 %
Operating earnings
Retail food $ 188 $ 284
% of sales 2.5 % 3.6 %
Supply chain services 63 77
% of sales 3.0 % 3.4 %
Corporate (6 ) (19 )
Total operating earnings 245 342
% of sales 2.6 % 3.3 %
Interest expense, net 131 141
Earnings before income taxes 114 201
Income tax provision 40 73
Net earnings $ 74 $ 128
LIFO charge $ 3 $ 17
Depreciation and amortization
Retail food $ 199 $ 225
Supply chain services 18 22
Total $ 218 $ 247
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED SEGMENT FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(unaudited)
Fiscal Year-to-Date Ended Fiscal Year-to-Date Ended
(In millions) September 12, 2009 September 6, 2008
(28 weeks) (28 weeks)
Net sales
Retail food $ 17,311 $ 18,307
% of total 78.1 % 77.7 %
Supply chain services 4,865 5,266
% of total 21.9 % 22.3 %
Total net sales $ 22,176 $ 23,573
100.0 % 100.0 %
Operating earnings
Retail food $ 499 $ 683
% of sales 2.9 % 3.7 %
Supply chain services 145 163
% of sales 3.0 % 3.1 %
Corporate (37 ) (48 )
Total operating earnings 607 798
% of sales 2.7 % 3.4 %
Interest expense, net 308 331
Earnings before income 299 467
taxes
Income tax provision 112 177
Net earnings $ 187 $ 290
LIFO charge $ 21 $ 37
Depreciation and
amortization
Retail food $ 472 $ 522
Supply chain services 43 47
Total $ 515 $ 569
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In millions) September 12, February 28,
2009 2009
(unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents $ 269 $ 240
Receivables, net 862 874
Inventories 2,655 2,709
Other current assets 399 282
Total current assets 4,185 4,105
Property, plant and equipment, net 7,305 7,528
Goodwill 3,733 3,748
Intangible assets, net 1,535 1,584
Other assets 562 639
Total assets $ 17,320 $ 17,604
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 3,134 $ 3,067
Current maturities of long-term debt and capital 244 516
lease obligations
Other current liabilities 837 889
Total current liabilities 4,215 4,472
Long-term debt and capital lease obligations 7,900 7,968
Other liabilities 2,494 2,583
Total stockholders' equity 2,711 2,581
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $ 17,320 $ 17,604
SUPERVALU INC. and Subsidiaries
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(unaudited)
(In millions, except per Fiscal Year-to-Date Ended Fiscal Year-to-Date Ended
share data) September 12, 2009 September 6, 2008
(28 weeks) (28 weeks)
Cash flows from operating
activities
Net earnings $ 187 $ 290
Adjustments to reconcile
net earnings to net cash
provided by operating
activities:
Depreciation and 515 569
amortization
LIFO charge 21 37
Gain on sale of assets (21 ) (11 )
Asset impairment and other 20 1
charges
Deferred income taxes 120 59
Stock-based compensation 20 28
Other 14 (10 )
Changes in operating (36 ) (218 )
assets and liabilities
Net cash provided by 840 745
operating activities
Cash flows from investing
activities
Proceeds from sale of 22 65
assets
Purchases of property, (396 ) (665 )
plant and equipment
Other 5 15
Net cash used in investing (369 ) (585 )
activities
Cash flows from financing
activities
Proceeds from issuance of 943 276
long-term debt
Payment of long-term debt
and capital lease (1,306 ) (318 )
obligations
Dividends paid (73 ) (73 )
Payment for purchase of - (23 )
treasury shares
Other (6 ) 8
Net cash used in financing (442 ) (130 )
activities
Net increase in cash and 29 30
cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents 240 243
at beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents $ 269 $ 273
at end of period
Source: SUPERVALU INC.
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