UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended May 26, 2023March 1, 2024
OR
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from to
Commission File Number 001-38102
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SMART GLOBAL HOLDINGS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Cayman Islands98-1013909
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
c/o Walkers Corporate Limited
190 Elgin Avenue
George Town, Grand Cayman
Cayman IslandsKY1-9008
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (510) 623-1231
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each classTrading Symbol(s)Name of each exchange on which registered
Ordinary shares, $0.03 par value per shareSGHNasdaq Global Select Market
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically every Interactive Data File required to be submitted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit such files). Yes ☒ No ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, a smaller reporting company, or an emerging growth company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer,” “smaller reporting company,” and “emerging growth company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.
Large Accelerated FilerAccelerated filerNon-accelerated filerSmaller reporting companyEmerging growth company
If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ☐ No ☒
As of June 22, 2023,April 1, 2024, the registrant had 50,067,89752,297,047 ordinary shares outstanding.



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Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q (“Quarterly Report”) contains forward-looking statements“forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.1995 that are not historical in nature, that are predictive or that depend upon or refer to future events or conditions. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning or regarding future events and our future financial andor operating performance; statements regardingperformance, the extent and timing of and expectations regarding our future revenues and expenses and customer demand; statements regarding our business strategies, investments and growth drivers in our industries and markets; statements regarding the deployment of our products and services and our ability to meet customer commitments; statements regarding the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and macroeconomic events, including supply chain challenges, foreign currency fluctuations and interest rate changes, upon our and our customers’ respective businesses; statements regarding the anticipated benefits to be realized from the acquisition of Stratus Technologies; statements regarding the estimations of future payouts under our equity plans and in connection with the acquisition of Stratus Technologies; statements regarding our expected capital expenditures and our estimates regarding our capital requirements; statements regarding restructuring activities and charges; statements regarding the impairment of goodwill; andservices; statements regarding our reliance on third parties. Theseparties; and statements can be identified by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. Forward-looking statements often useusing words such as “anticipate,” “target,“believe,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “estimate,“forecast,” “intend,” “plan,” “goal,“potential,“believe,” “could”“should” and othersimilar words of similar meaning. Forward-lookingand the negatives thereof. These forward-looking statements provideare based on our current expectations or forecasts of future events, circumstances, results or aspirations and are subject to a number of significant risks, uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside of our control, including but not limited to, issues, delays or complications in integrating the operations of Stratus Technologies;global business and economic conditions and growth trends in technology industries, our customer markets and various geographic regions; uncertainties in the geopolitical environment; the rapidly evolving nature of the COVID-19 pandemic;ability to manage our cost structure; disruptions in our operations or supply chain as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic or otherwise; the ability to manage our cost structure, including our success in implementing restructuring or other plans intended to improve our operating efficiency; workforce reductions; uncertainties in the global macro-economic environment; changes in demand for our segments;chain; changes in trade regulations or adverse developments in international trade relations and agreements; changes in currency exchange rates; availability of our cash and cash equivalents; overall information technology spending; appropriations for government spending; the success of our strategic initiatives including additional investments in new products and additional capacity; acquisitions of companies or technologies and the failure to successfully integrate and operate them or customers’ negative reactions to them, including any resulting impairmentthem; incurring unanticipated costs following the completion of goodwillthe sale of our SMART Brazil business; issues, delays or gain (loss) on extinguishmentcomplications in integrating the operations of debt;Stratus Technologies; limitations on or changes in the availability of supply of materials and components; fluctuations in material costs; the temporary or volatile nature of pricing trends in memory or elsewhere; deterioration in customer relationships; our dependence on a select number of customers and the timing and volume of customer orders; production or manufacturing difficulties; competitive factors; technological changes; future cash flows of the Penguin Edge business; difficulties with, or delays in, the introduction of new products; slowing or contraction of growth in the memory market in Brazil or in the LED market; reduction in, or termination of, incentives for local manufacturing in Brazil; changes to applicable tax regimes or rates; prices for the end products of our customers; strikes or labor disputes; deterioration in or loss of relations with any of our limited number of key vendors; the inability to maintain or expand government business; and the continuing availability of borrowings under term loans and revolving lines of credit and our ability to raise capital through debt or equity financings. These and other risks, uncertainties and factors are described in greater detail under the sections titled “Risk Factors,” “Critical Accounting Estimates,” “Results of Operations,” “Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” and “Liquidity and Capital Resources” contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended February 24,25, 2023, this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and the risks discussed in our other filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). In addition, such filings. The risks, uncertainties and factors as outlined above, and in such SEC filings, do not constitute all risks, uncertainties and factors that could cause actual results of our companyCompany to be materially different from such forward-looking statements. Accordingly, you are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements.
AnyThe forward-looking statements that we makeincluded in this Quarterly Report speakare made only as of the date of this Quarterly Report. Except as required by law, weWe do not undertakeintend, and have no obligation, to update theor revise any forward-looking statements contained in this Quarterly Reportorder to reflect the impact ofevents or circumstances or events that may arise after the date that the forward-looking statements were made.of this Quarterly Report, except as required by law.
About This Quarterly Report
As used herein, “SGH,” “Company,” “Registrant,” “we,” “our,” “us” or similar terms refer to SMART Global Holdings, Inc. and ourits consolidated subsidiaries, unless the context indicates otherwise. Our fiscal year is the 5252- or 53-week period ending
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on the last Friday in August. Fiscal years 2024 and 2023 contain 53 weeks and 2022 each contain 52 weeks.weeks, respectively. All period references are to our fiscal periods unless otherwise indicated.
SGH, SMART Global Holdings, SMART Modular Technologies, SMART, the SMART logo, Intelligent Platform Solutions, Penguin Computing, Penguin Edge, Penguin Solutions, the Penguin Computing logo, CreeLED, J Series, XLamp, Stratus, Stratus Technologies, the Stratus Logo and our other trademarks or service marks appearing in this Quarterly Report are our trademarks or registered trademarks. Trade names, trademarks and service marks of other companies appearing in this Quarterly Report are the property of their respective holders.
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PART I. Financial Information
Item 1. Financial Statements

INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands, except par value amount)
(Unaudited)

As ofAs ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
AssetsAssets  Assets  
Cash and cash equivalentsCash and cash equivalents$401,275 $363,065 
Short-term investments
Accounts receivable, netAccounts receivable, net243,571 410,323 
InventoriesInventories226,051 323,084 
Other current assetsOther current assets68,014 55,393 
Current assets of discontinued operations
Total current assetsTotal current assets938,911 1,151,865 
Property and equipment, netProperty and equipment, net177,751 153,935 
Operating lease right-of-use assetsOperating lease right-of-use assets77,789 77,399 
Intangible assets, netIntangible assets, net171,415 77,812 
GoodwillGoodwill183,089 74,009 
Deferred tax assets
Other noncurrent assetsOther noncurrent assets42,233 37,044 
Total assetsTotal assets$1,591,188 $1,572,064 
Liabilities and EquityLiabilities and Equity
Liabilities and Equity
Liabilities and Equity
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Accounts payable and accrued expensesAccounts payable and accrued expenses$210,125 $413,354 
Current debtCurrent debt32,253 12,025 
Deferred revenue
Acquisition-related contingent considerationAcquisition-related contingent consideration45,700 — 
Other current liabilitiesOther current liabilities96,227 90,161 
Current liabilities of discontinued operations
Total current liabilitiesTotal current liabilities384,305 515,540 
Long-term debtLong-term debt782,258 591,389 
Noncurrent operating lease liabilitiesNoncurrent operating lease liabilities73,421 71,754 
Other noncurrent liabilitiesOther noncurrent liabilities27,038 14,835 
Total liabilitiesTotal liabilities1,267,022 1,193,518 
Commitments and contingenciesCommitments and contingencies
Commitments and contingencies
Commitments and contingencies
SMART Global Holdings shareholders’ equity:SMART Global Holdings shareholders’ equity:
Ordinary shares, $0.03 par value; authorized 200,000 shares; 55,159 shares issued and 49,807 outstanding as of May 26, 2023; 52,880 shares issued and 48,604 outstanding as of August 26, 20221,655 1,586 
SMART Global Holdings shareholders’ equity:
SMART Global Holdings shareholders’ equity:
Ordinary shares, $0.03 par value; authorized 200,000 shares; 58,972 shares issued and 52,287 outstanding as of March 1, 2024; 57,542 shares issued and 51,901 outstanding as of August 25, 2023
Ordinary shares, $0.03 par value; authorized 200,000 shares; 58,972 shares issued and 52,287 outstanding as of March 1, 2024; 57,542 shares issued and 51,901 outstanding as of August 25, 2023
Ordinary shares, $0.03 par value; authorized 200,000 shares; 58,972 shares issued and 52,287 outstanding as of March 1, 2024; 57,542 shares issued and 51,901 outstanding as of August 25, 2023
Additional paid-in capitalAdditional paid-in capital432,185 448,112 
Retained earningsRetained earnings223,301 251,344 
Treasury shares, 5,351 and 4,276 shares held as of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, respectively(124,659)(107,776)
Treasury shares, 6,685 and 5,641 shares held as of March 1, 2024 and August 25, 2023, respectively
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)(214,385)(221,655)
Total SGH shareholders’ equityTotal SGH shareholders’ equity318,097 371,611 
Noncontrolling interest in subsidiaryNoncontrolling interest in subsidiary6,069 6,935 
Total equityTotal equity324,166 378,546 
Total liabilities and equityTotal liabilities and equity$1,591,188 $1,572,064 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Net sales:
Products$325,665 $414,160 $1,089,703 $1,264,378 
Services57,665 48,380 188,279 117,277 
Total net sales383,330 462,540 1,277,982 1,381,655 
Cost of sales:
Products259,975 329,349 875,769 985,600 
Services24,712 18,728 74,779 46,678 
Total cost of sales284,687 348,077 950,548 1,032,278 
Gross profit98,643 114,463 327,434 349,377 
Operating expenses:
Research and development22,235 20,298 72,956 56,749 
Selling, general and administrative70,596 58,483 204,389 164,147 
Impairment of goodwill— — 17,558 — 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration14,800 124 24,900 41,324 
Other operating (income) expense(186)249 6,009 249 
Total operating expenses107,445 79,154 325,812 262,469 
Operating income (loss)(8,802)35,309 1,622 86,908 
 
Non-operating (income) expense:
Interest expense, net8,059 5,110 24,102 14,678 
Other non-operating (income) expense514 550 13,183 3,570 
Total non-operating (income) expense8,573 5,660 37,285 18,248 
Income (loss) before taxes(17,375)29,649 (35,663)68,660 
 
Income tax provision6,702 5,154 9,876 20,495 
Net income (loss)(24,077)24,495 (45,539)48,165 
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest378 382 1,143 1,567 
Net income (loss) attributable to SGH$(24,455)$24,113 $(46,682)$46,598 
 
Earnings (loss) per share
Basic$(0.50)$0.48 $(0.95)$0.94 
Diluted$(0.50)$0.44 $(0.95)$0.84 
Shares used in per share calculations:
Basic49,380 50,095 49,152 49,543 
Diluted49,380 54,998 49,152 55,756 
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net sales:
Products$235,457 $333,052 $441,887 $649,560 
Services49,364 55,325 117,181 130,614 
Total net sales284,821 388,377 559,068 780,174 
Cost of sales:
Products179,889 255,710 343,302 507,001 
Services22,998 21,659 50,982 50,067 
Total cost of sales202,887 277,369 394,284 557,068 
Gross profit81,934 111,008 164,784 223,106 
Operating expenses:
Research and development20,526 25,272 41,915 49,344 
Selling, general and administrative61,385 60,074 118,602 127,782 
Impairment of goodwill— 17,558 — 17,558 
Change in fair value of contingent consideration— 6,400 — 10,100 
Other operating (income) expense3,335 3,781 6,274 5,552 
Total operating expenses85,246 113,085 166,791 210,336 
Operating income (loss)(3,312)(2,077)(2,007)12,770 
 
Non-operating (income) expense:
Interest expense, net7,249 9,430 16,808 17,924 
Other non-operating (income) expense248 13,307 (328)11,945 
Total non-operating (income) expense7,497 22,737 16,480 29,869 
Income (loss) before taxes(10,809)(24,814)(18,487)(17,099)
 
Income tax provision (benefit)2,198 8,149 5,732 19,471 
Net income (loss) from continuing operations(13,007)(32,963)(24,219)(36,570)
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations— 6,177 (8,148)15,108 
Net income (loss)(13,007)(26,786)(32,367)(21,462)
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest613 433 1,174 765 
Net income (loss) attributable to SGH$(13,620)$(27,219)$(33,541)$(22,227)
 
Basic earnings (loss) per share:
Continuing operations$(0.26)$(0.68)$(0.49)$(0.76)
Discontinued operations— 0.13 (0.15)0.31 
$(0.26)$(0.55)$(0.64)$(0.45)
Diluted earnings (loss) per share:
Continuing operations$(0.26)$(0.68)$(0.49)$(0.76)
Discontinued operations— 0.13 (0.15)0.31 
$(0.26)$(0.55)$(0.64)$(0.45)
Shares used in per share calculations:
Basic52,031 49,116 52,050 49,039 
Diluted52,031 49,116 52,050 49,039 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)$(24,077)$24,495 $(45,539)$48,165 
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Cumulative translation adjustmentCumulative translation adjustment3,165 18,802 7,278 10,741 
Cumulative translation adjustment
Cumulative translation adjustment
Cumulative translation adjustment reclassified to net income (loss)
Gains (losses) on derivative instrumentsGains (losses) on derivative instruments— — — 
Gains (losses) on investmentsGains (losses) on investments— (8)— 
Comprehensive income (loss)Comprehensive income (loss)(20,905)43,297 (38,269)58,906 
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interestComprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest378 382 1,143 1,567 
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to SGHComprehensive income (loss) attributable to SGH$(21,283)$42,915 $(39,412)$57,339 
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

Shares
Issued
AmountAdditional
Paid-in Capital
Retained
Earnings
Treasury
Shares
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total SGH
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
controlling
Interest in
Subsidiary
Total
Equity
As of August 26, 202252,880 $1,586 $448,112 $251,344 $(107,776)$(221,655)$371,611 $6,935 $378,546 
Net income— — — 4,992 — — 4,992 332 5,324 
Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — — (1,995)(1,995)— (1,995)
Shares issued under equity plans1,060 32 3,910 — — — 3,942 — 3,942 
Repurchase of ordinary shares— — — — (4,659)— (4,659)— (4,659)
Share-based compensation expense— — 10,412 — — — 10,412 — 10,412 
Adoption of ASU 2020-06— — (50,822)18,639 — — (32,183)— (32,183)
As of November 25, 202253,940 1,618 411,612 274,975 (112,435)(223,650)352,120 7,267 359,387 
Shares
Issued
Shares
Issued
AmountAdditional
Paid-in Capital
Retained
Earnings
Treasury
Shares
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total SGH
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
controlling
Interest in
Subsidiary
Total
Equity
As of August 25, 2023
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)— — — (27,219)— — (27,219)433 (26,786)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — — 6,093 6,093 — 6,093 
Shares issued under equity plansShares issued under equity plans443 13 295 — — — 308 — 308 
Repurchase of ordinary sharesRepurchase of ordinary shares— — — — (11,564)— (11,564)— (11,564)
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense— — 10,395 — — — 10,395 — 10,395 
Purchase of Capped Calls— — (15,090)— — — (15,090)— (15,090)
Settlement of Capped Calls— — 10,786 — — — 10,786 — 10,786 
Distribution to noncontrolling interestDistribution to noncontrolling interest— — — — — — — (2,009)(2,009)
As of February 24, 202354,383 1,631 417,998 247,756 (123,999)(217,557)325,829 5,691 331,520 
As of December 1, 2023
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)— — — (24,455)— — (24,455)378 (24,077)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — — 3,172 3,172 — 3,172 
Shares issued under equity plansShares issued under equity plans776 24 4,156 — — — 4,180 — 4,180 
Repurchase of ordinary sharesRepurchase of ordinary shares— — — — (660)— (660)— (660)
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense— 10,031 — — — 10,031 — 10,031 
As of May 26, 202355,159 $1,655 $432,185 $223,301 $(124,659)$(214,385)$318,097 $6,069 $324,166 
As of March 1, 2024
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.










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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

Shares
Issued
AmountAdditional
Paid-in Capital
Retained
Earnings
Treasury
Shares
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total SGH
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
controlling
Interest in
Subsidiary
Total
Equity
As of August 27, 202150,138 $1,504 $396,120 $184,787 $(50,545)$(221,615)$310,251 $8,673 $318,924 
Shares
Issued
Shares
Issued
AmountAdditional
Paid-in Capital
Retained
Earnings
Treasury
Shares
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Total SGH
Shareholders’
Equity
Non-
controlling
Interest in
Subsidiary
Total
Equity
As of August 26, 2022
Net incomeNet income— — 20,027 — — 20,027 671 20,698 
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — (19,440)(19,440)— (19,440)
Shares issued under equity plansShares issued under equity plans73422 5,007 — — — 5,029 — 5,029 
Repurchase of ordinary sharesRepurchase of ordinary shares(51)(2)— (2,666)— (2,666)— (2,666)
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense— 9,739 — — — 9,739 — 9,739 
As of November 26, 202150,821 1,524 410,868 204,814 (53,211)(241,055)322,940 9,344 332,284 
Net income— — 2,458 — — 2,458 514 2,972 
Adoption of ASU 2020-06
As of November 25, 2022
Net income (loss)
Other comprehensive income (loss)Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — 11,379 11,379 — 11,379 
Shares issued under equity plansShares issued under equity plans37211 2,420 — — — 2,431 — 2,431 
Repurchase of ordinary sharesRepurchase of ordinary shares(4)— — — (229)— (229)— (229)
Purchase of Capped Calls
Settlement of Capped Calls
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense— 9,848 — — — 9,848 — 9,848 
Distribution to noncontrolling interestDistribution to noncontrolling interest— — — — — — (3,773)(3,773)
As of February 25, 202251,189 1,535 423,136 207,272 (53,440)(229,676)348,827 6,085 354,912 
Net income— — 24,113 — — 24,113 382 24,495 
Other comprehensive income (loss)— — — — 18,802 18,802 — 18,802 
Shares issued under equity plans1,24338 4,351 — — — 4,389 — 4,389 
Repurchase of ordinary shares— — — (13,905)— (13,905)— (13,905)
Share-based compensation expense— 10,376 — — — 10,376 — 10,376 
As of May 27, 202252,432 $1,573 $437,863 $231,385 $(67,345)$(210,874)$392,602 $6,467 $399,069 
As of February 24, 2023
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

Nine Months EndedMay 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Cash flows from operating activities:
Six Months EndedSix Months EndedMarch 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)$(45,539)$48,165 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:
Net income (loss)
Net income (loss)
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net loss from continuing operations
Adjustments to reconcile net loss from continuing operations to net cash provided by (used for) operating activities:
Depreciation expense and amortization of intangible assets
Depreciation expense and amortization of intangible assets
Depreciation expense and amortization of intangible assetsDepreciation expense and amortization of intangible assets61,020 48,461 
Amortization of debt discount and issuance costsAmortization of debt discount and issuance costs3,054 7,476 
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense30,838 30,295 
Impairment of goodwillImpairment of goodwill17,558 — 
Change in fair value of contingent considerationChange in fair value of contingent consideration24,900 41,324 
(Gain) loss on extinguishment of debt15,924 653 
(Gain) loss on extinguishment or prepayment of debt
Deferred income taxes, net
OtherOther3,213 640 
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable
Accounts receivable
Accounts receivableAccounts receivable194,478 (41,490)
InventoriesInventories104,561 (116)
Other assetsOther assets8,667 2,070 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilitiesAccounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities(278,888)(54,174)
Payment of acquisition-related contingent considerationPayment of acquisition-related contingent consideration(73,724)— 
Deferred income taxes, net1,526 721 
Net cash provided by operating activities67,588 84,025 
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities from continuing operations
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities from discontinued operations
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities
Cash flows from investing activities:
Cash flows from investing activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Capital expenditures and deposits on equipmentCapital expenditures and deposits on equipment(37,522)(29,298)
Capital expenditures and deposits on equipment
Capital expenditures and deposits on equipment
Proceeds from maturities of investment securities
Purchases of held-to-maturity investment securities
Acquisition of business, net of cash acquiredAcquisition of business, net of cash acquired(213,073)— 
OtherOther773 (746)
Net cash used for investing activities(249,822)(30,044)
Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations
Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities from discontinued operations
Net cash provided by (used for) investing activities
Cash flows from financing activities:
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Cash flows from financing activities
Proceeds from debt
Proceeds from debt
Proceeds from debtProceeds from debt295,287 270,775 
Proceeds from issuance of ordinary sharesProceeds from issuance of ordinary shares8,430 11,849 
Proceeds from borrowing under line of credit— 84,000 
Payment of acquisition-related contingent considerationPayment of acquisition-related contingent consideration(28,100)— 
Payments to acquire ordinary sharesPayments to acquire ordinary shares(16,883)(16,800)
Repayments of debt
Payment of premium in connection with convertible note exchangePayment of premium in connection with convertible note exchange(14,141)— 
Repayments of debt(17,149)(125,000)
Net cash paid for settlement and purchase of Capped CallsNet cash paid for settlement and purchase of Capped Calls(4,304)— 
Distribution to noncontrolling interestDistribution to noncontrolling interest(2,009)(3,773)
Repayments of borrowings under line of credit— (109,000)
OtherOther(3,417)(3,841)
Net cash provided by financing activities217,714 108,210 
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities from continuing operations
Net cash used for financing activities from discontinued operations
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents2,730 2,149 
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents38,210 164,340 
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of periodCash and cash equivalents at beginning of period363,065 222,986 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of periodCash and cash equivalents at end of period$401,275 $387,326 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period:
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period:
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period:
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
$
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these consolidated financial statements.
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SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Tabular amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)

Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying consolidated financial statements include SGHthe accounts of SMART Global Holdings, Inc. and its consolidated subsidiaries and have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”) consistent in all material respects with those applied in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 202225, 2023 and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) regarding interim financial information. Certain information and disclosures normally included in consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. In the opinion of our management, the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements contain all necessary adjustments, consisting of a normal recurring nature, to fairly state the financial information set forth herein. These consolidated interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022.25, 2023.
Presentation of SMART Brazil as Discontinued Operations: On June 13, 2023, we entered into an agreement to divest of an 81% interest in SMART Modular Technologies do Brasil – Indústria e Comercio de Componentes Ltda. (“SMART Brazil”). We concluded that, as of August 25, 2023, (i) the net assets of SMART Brazil met the criteria for classification as held for sale and (ii) the proposed sale represented a strategic shift that was expected to have a major effect on our operations and financial results. On November 29, 2023, we completed the divestiture. The balance sheets, results of operations and cash flows of SMART Brazil have been presented as discontinued operations for all periods presented. SMART Brazil was previously included within our Memory Solutions segment. See “Divestiture of SMART Brazil.”
Unless otherwise noted, amounts and discussion within these notes to the consolidated financial statements relate to our continuing operations. Prior period comparative information has been conformed to current period presentation for continuing operations.
Reclassifications: Certain reclassifications have been made to prior period amounts to conform to current period presentation.
Fiscal Year: Our fiscal year is the 5252- or 53-week period ending on the last Friday in August. Fiscal years 2024 and 2023 contain 53 weeks and 2022 each contain 52 weeks.weeks, respectively. All period references are to our fiscal periods unless otherwise indicated.
Financial information for our subsidiaries in Brazil iswas included in our consolidated financial statements on a one-month lag because their fiscal years endended on July 31 of each year. In connection with the completion of the divestiture of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil, we ceased consolidating the operations of SMART Brazil in our financial statements as of the November 29, 2023 disposal date. As a result, financial information for the first quarter of 2024 includes the four-month period for our SMART Brazil operations from August 1, 2023 to November 29, 2023.
Subsequent EventDivestiture of SMART Brazil
Overview of Transaction
On June 13,November 29, 2023, we entered into acompleted the previously announced divestiture of SMART Brazil pursuant to the terms of that certain Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase“Brazil Purchase Agreement”), by and among SMART Modular Technologies (LX) S.à.r.l. r.l., a société à responsabilité limitée governed by the laws of Grand Duchy of Luxembourg and oura wholly owned subsidiary (“of SGH (the “Brazil Seller”), Lexar Europe B.V., a company organized under the laws of The Netherlands (“(the “Brazil Purchaser”), Shenzhen Longsys Electronics Co., Ltd., a company limited by shares governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China (“Longsys”), solely with respect to certain provisions therein, Shanghai Intelligent Memory Semiconductor Co., Ltd., a limited liability company governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China (“Parent Funding Entity”), and, solely with respect to certain provisions therein, SGH, for the intended sale of its standards-based modules assembly and test business in Brazil. The transaction, which was approved by our Board of Directors and the Board of Directors of Seller, is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2023.SGH.
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Pursuant to the Brazil Purchase Agreement, among other matters, and subjectBrazil Seller sold to the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions set forth therein, Seller will sell toBrazil Purchaser, and Brazil Purchaser will purchasepurchased from Brazil Seller, 81% of Brazil Seller’s right, title and interest in and to the outstanding quotas of SMART Modular Technologies do Brasil – Indústria e Comercio de Componentes Ltda., a sociedade limitada governed by the laws of Brazil, (“SMART Brazil”), with Brazil Seller retaining a 19% interest in SMART Brazil (the “Retained Interest”) (the “Acquisition”“Brazil Divestiture”).
Pursuant toAt the terms of, and subject to the conditions specified in, the Purchase Agreement, upon consummationclosing of the Acquisition (the “Closing”),Brazil Divestiture, Brazil Purchaser will paypaid to Brazil Seller (based on a total enterprise value of $205.0$205 million for SMART Brazil) consideration consisting of (i) an upfront cash purchase price, of $137.7 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis and subject to certain customary adjustments as set forth in the Brazil Purchase Agreement. In addition, pursuant to the Brazil Purchase Agreement, (ii)we have a right to receive, and Brazil Purchaser is obligated to pay, (i) a deferred cash purchase price of $28.4 millionpayment due eighteen months following the Closingclosing and (iii)(ii) subject to and at the time of exercise of the Put/Call Option (as defined below), an additional deferred cash paymentadjustment equal to 19% of the amount of SMART Brazil’s net cash atas of the Closingclosing (as calculated pursuant to the Purchase Agreement) minus the amount of SMART Brazil’s indebtedness at the Closing (as calculated pursuant to theBrazil Purchase Agreement).
Put/Call Option:Pursuant to the Brazil Purchase Agreement, at Closing,the closing, SMART Brazil, Brazil Seller, Brazil Purchaser and Longsys will enterentered into a Quotaholders Agreement, which will provideprovides Brazil Seller with a put option to sell the Retained Interest in SMART Brazil to Brazil Purchaser (the “Put Option”) during three exercise windows following its fiscal years ending JulyDecember 31, 2026, JulyDecember 31, 2027 or JulyDecember 31, 2028 (the “Exercise
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Windows”), with such Exercise Windows beginning on JanuaryJune 15, 2027 and ending on FebruaryJuly 15, 2027, beginning on JanuaryJune 15, 2028 and ending on FebruaryJuly 15, 2028 and beginning on JanuaryJune 15, 2029 and ending on FebruaryJuly 15, 2029, respectively. A call option has also been granted to Brazil Purchaser to require Brazil Seller to sell the Retained Interest to Brazil Purchaser during the Exercise Windows (the “Call Option,” together(together with the Put Option, the “Put/Call Option”). The price for the Put/Call Option is based on a 100% enterprise value of 7.5x net income for SMART Brazil for the preceding fiscal year at the time of exercise.
Consideration: The Quotaholders Agreement also provides, amongfollowing is a summary of total consideration in exchange for the sale of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil:
Cash received at closing (1)
$164,487 
Post-closing adjustment for net cash and net working capital (2)
451 
Deferred payment (3)
25,433 
Deferred cash adjustment (4)
3,721 
Total consideration$194,092 
(1)Includes $26.8 million of cash received at closing for an estimated amount of net cash and an estimated net working capital amount (in excess of a minimum target amount) as of the closing.
(2)Represents the post-closing adjustment for net cash and net working capital, which was received subsequent to the second quarter of 2024 upon completion of the review of the final net cash and final working capital amounts. The post closing adjustment is included in other things,current assets as of March 1, 2024 in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet.
(3)Represents the fair value of the deferred payment, comprised of a notional amount of $28.4 million, discounted at 7.5% and due May 2025. The deferred payment is included in other noncurrent assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet.
(4)Represents the fair value of the deferred cash adjustment, comprised of a notional amount of $4.8 million, discounted at 7.5%, equal to 19% of the amount of SMART Brazil’s net cash as of the closing (as calculated pursuant to the Brazil Purchase Agreement). The deferred cash adjustment, which is accounted for certain governanceas a derivative financial instrument, is due at the time of exercise of the Put/Call Option and approval rights amongis included in other noncurrent assets in the parties thereto.accompanying consolidated balance sheet.
Presentation of SMART Brazil Operations
As of August 25, 2023, we concluded that the net assets of SMART Brazil met the criteria for classification as held for sale. In addition, the divestiture of SMART Brazil is expected to have a major effect on our operations and financial results. As a result, we have presented the results of operations, cash flows and financial position of SMART Brazil as discontinued operations in the accompanying consolidated financial statements and notes for all periods presented.
A disposal group classified as held for sale is measured at the lower of its carrying amount or fair value less costs to sell. Accordingly, we evaluated the carrying value of the net assets of SMART Brazil (including $206.3 million recognized within shareholders’ equity related to the cumulative translation adjustment from SMART Brazil), estimated costs to sell and expected proceeds and concluded the net assets were impaired as of August 25, 2023. As a result, we recognized an impairment charge of $153.0 million in the fourth quarter of 2023 to write down the carrying value of the net assets of SMART Brazil. In addition, we concluded that the outside basis of SMART Brazil inclusive of any withholding taxes should be recognized upon the classification as held for sale as of August 25, 2023. Accordingly, we recognized withholding taxes on the expected capital gain and deferred tax liabilities of$28.6 million in 2023.
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Assets and liabilities of SMART Brazil as of the November 29, 2023 disposal date and as of August 25, 2023 were as follows:
As ofNovember 29,
2023
August 25,
2023
Cash and cash equivalents$40,927 $44,501 
Accounts receivable, net16,482 17,055 
Inventories26,103 25,877 
Other current assets17,800 17,732 
Total current assets101,312 105,165 
Property and equipment, net66,870 58,321 
Operating lease right-of-use assets6,912 5,213 
Goodwill19,856 20,668 
Other noncurrent assets27,490 34,243 
Total assets222,440 223,610 
Impairment of SMART Brazil assets(153,036)(153,036)
Total assets, net of impairment$69,404 $70,574 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses$20,576 $25,867 
Current debt3,872 4,006 
Other current liabilities1,023 1,030 
Total current liabilities25,471 30,903 
Long-term debt11,938 13,689 
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities5,686 4,614 
Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities28,564 28,564 
Other noncurrent liabilities93 $— 
Total liabilities$71,752 $77,770 
Net assets of discontinued operations$(2,348)$(7,196)
Reported as:
Current assets of discontinued operations$70,574 
Current liabilities of discontinued operations77,770 
Net assets of discontinued operations$(7,196)
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The consummationfollowing table presents the results of operations for SMART Brazil:
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net sales$40,797 $55,159 $114,478 
Cost of sales41,424 50,560 108,793 
Gross profit(627)4,599 5,685 
Operating expenses:
Research and development1,393 157 1,377 
Selling, general and administrative2,697 5,421 6,011 
Other operating (income) expense373 64 643 
Total operating expenses4,463 5,642 8,031 
Operating income (loss)(5,090)(1,043)(2,346)
 
Non-operating (income) expense:
Loss from divestiture of 81% interest in SMART Brazil— 10,888 — 
Interest (income) expense, net(1,424)(1,262)(1,881)
Other non-operating (income) expense22 138 724 
Total non-operating (income) expense(1,402)9,764 (1,157)
Income (loss) before taxes(3,688)(10,807)(1,189)
Income tax provision (benefit)(9,865)(2,659)(16,297)
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations$6,177 $(8,148)$15,108 
Loss from Divestiture of SMART Brazil
The following table presents the calculation of the Acquisitionloss from the divestiture of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil:
Proceeds, less costs to sell and other expenses:
Consideration$194,092 
Costs to sell and other expenses(4,150)
189,942 
Basis in 81% interest in SMART Brazil:
Net assets of SMART Brazil145,194 
Cumulative translation adjustment (1)
212,397 
357,591 
Gain on revalue of 19% Retained Interest in SMART Brazil (2)
3,725 
Pre-tax loss on divestiture of 81% interest in SMART Brazil163,924 
Income tax provision26,580 
Loss on divestiture of 81% interest in SMART Brazil$190,504 
(1)The sale of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil resulted in the de-consolidation of SMART Brazil and, accordingly, the release of the related cumulative translation adjustment. Included in the basis calculation above is subject to customary conditions to Closing, including, among others, (i) completionthe balance of filingscumulative translation adjustment for outbound direct investmentSMART Brazil as of the closing. The release of the cumulative translation adjustment is included in net income (loss) from discontinued operations in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations.
(2)In connection with the Divisiontransaction, we revalued our 19% Retained Interest in SMART Brazil based on the implied value for 100% of DevelopmentSMART Brazil, adjusted for lack of control premium. As of March 1, 2024, the carrying value of our remaining 19% interest in SMART Brazil was $37.8 million and Reformis included in other noncurrent assets in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lin-gang Special Area Administration andaccompanying consolidated balance sheet as a non-marketable equity investment.
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Recognition Periods: The loss from the Divisiondivestiture of Finance and Trade Developmentan 81% interest in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lin-gang Special Area Administration, and completion of foreign exchange registration with a qualified bank authorized by the Municipal Administration of Foreign Exchange in Shanghai (the “China Outbound Approvals”) and (ii) approval of the transactions contemplated by the Purchase Agreement by Longsys’ shareholders (the “Longsys Shareholder Approval”).SMART Brazil was recognized as follows:
The Purchase Agreement contains customary termination rights, including the right for Seller or Purchaser to terminate the Purchase Agreement if the Closing shall not have occurred by December 10, 2023. Purchaser shall pay a $8.0 million termination fee to Seller if the transaction is terminated due to a failure to obtain the China Outbound Approvals or the Longsys Shareholder Approval and other specified circumstances, which termination fee may be increased to $12.0 million over time.
Three Months Ended
December 1,
2023
August 25,
2023
Total
Pre-tax loss on divestiture of 81% interest in SMART Brazil$10,888 $153,036 $163,924 
Income tax provision (benefit)(1,984)28,564 26,580 
Loss on divestiture of 81% interest in SMART Brazil$8,904 $181,600 $190,504 
Recently AdoptedIssued Accounting Standards
In August 2020,December 2023, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) 2020-06 –2023-09, Debt – Debt with ConversionIncome Taxes (Topic 740): Improvements to Income Tax Disclosures. The amendments in this ASU are intended to increase transparency through improvements to annual disclosures primarily related to income tax rate reconciliation and Other Options and Derivatives and Hedging – Contractsincome taxes paid. The amendments in Entity’s Own Equity: Accounting for Convertible Instruments and Contracts in an Entity’s Own Equity, which simplifies the accounting for convertible debt instruments by reducing the number of accounting models and the number of embedded conversion features that could be recognized separately from the primary contract. Thisthis ASU requires a convertible debt instrument to be accounted for as a single liability measured at its amortized cost, as long as no other features require bifurcation and recognition as derivatives. This ASU requires an entity to use the if-converted method in the diluted earnings per share calculation for convertible instruments. This ASU wasare effective for us in 2026 for annual reporting, with early adoption permitted. The ASU may be applied on a prospective basis, although retrospective application is permitted. We are evaluating the first quartertiming and effects of this ASU on our income tax disclosures.
In November 2023, the FASB issued ASU 2023-07 – Segment Reporting (Topic 280): Improvements to Segment Reporting Disclosures, which will require an entity to provide more detailed information about its reportable segment expenses that are included within management’s measurement of profit and permitsloss and will require certain annual disclosures to be provided on an interim basis. The amendments in this ASU are effective for us in 2025 for annual reporting and in 2026 for interim reporting, with early adoption permitted beginning in 2024, and is required to be applied using the use of either the modified retrospective or fullyfull retrospective method of transition.
We adopted ASU 2020-06 inare evaluating the first quartertiming and effects of 2023 under the modified retrospective method. Upon adoption of this ASU 2020-06, the previously separated equity component and associated issuance costs ofon our 2.25% convertible senior notes due 2026 were reclassified from additional paid-in capital to long-term debt, thereby eliminating future amortization of the debt discount as interest expense. The following table summarizes the effects of adopting ASU 2020-06:
Ending
Balance as of
August 26,
2022
Adoption of
ASU 2020-06
Beginning
Balance as of
August 27,
2022
Long-term debt$591,389 $32,183 $623,572 
Additional paid-in capital448,112 (50,822)397,290 
Retained earnings251,344 18,639 269,983 
In October 2021, the FASB issued ASU 2021-08 – Business Combinations: Accounting for Contract Asset and Contract Liabilities from Contracts with Customers, to require that an acquirer recognize and measure contract assets and liabilities acquired in a business combination in accordance with ASC 606, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. We adopted ASU 2021-08 in the third quarter of 2022 for any acquisitions occurring after our adoption.segment disclosures.
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Business Acquisition
Stratus Technologies
On August 29, 2022 (the “Acquisition“Stratus Acquisition Date”), we completed the acquisition of Storm Private Holdings I Ltd., a Cayman Islands exempted company (“Stratus Holding Company” and together with its subsidiaries, “Stratus Technologies”), pursuant to the terms of that certain Share Purchase Agreement (the “Stratus Purchase Agreement”), dated as of June 28, 2022, by and among SGH, Stratus Holding Company and Storm Private Investments LP, a Cayman Islands exempted limited partnership (“(the “Stratus Seller”). Pursuant to the Stratus Purchase Agreement, among other matters, the Stratus Seller sold to SGH, and SGH purchased from the Stratus Seller, all of the Stratus Seller’s right, title and interest in and to the outstanding equity securities of Stratus Holding Company (the “Share Purchase”). Stratus operates as part of SGH’s Intelligent Platform Solutions (“IPS”) segment.
Stratus Technologies is a global leader in simplified, protected and autonomous computing platforms and services in the data center and at the Edge. For more than 40 years, Stratus Technologies has provided high-availability, fault-tolerant computing to Fortune 500 companies and small-to-medium sized businesses enabling them to securely and remotely run critical applications with minimal downtime. The acquisition of Stratus Technologies further enhances SGH’s growth and diversification strategy and complements and expands SGH’s IPS business in data center and edge environments.Company.
Purchase Price: At the closing of the transaction, we paid the Stratus Seller a cash purchase price of $225 million, subject to certain adjustments. In addition, the Stratus Seller hashad the right to receive, and we will bewere obligated to pay, contingent consideration (if any) of up to $50$50.0 million (the “Earnout”“Stratus Earnout”) based on the gross profit performance of Stratus Technologies during the first full 12 fiscal months following the closing. Pursuant to the terms of the Stratus Purchase Agreement, we had the option to settle the Earnout amount owed to the Seller, if any, in cash, ordinary shares of SGH, or a mix of cash and ordinary shares of SGH. On June 28, 2023, we provided notice to the Seller of our election to settle the Earnout in cash.
Cash paid was utilized, in part, to settle the outstanding debt of Stratus Technologies as of the closing of the transaction and was recognized as a component of consideration transferred. As a result, the assets acquired and liabilities assumed do not include an assumed liability for the outstanding debt of Stratus Technologies. The purchase price was as follows:
Cash$225,000 
Additional payment for net working capital adjustment (1)
17,246 
Fair value of Earnout20,800 
$263,046 
(1)Includes $14.4 million paid at closing and $2.8 million paid inacquisition. In the second quarter of 2023 upon completion of the review of the working capital assets acquired and liabilities assumed.
Contingent Consideration: The Earnout was accounted for as contingent consideration. As of the Acquisition Date, the fair value of the Earnout was estimated to be $20.82024, we paid in full $50.0 million and was valued using a Monte Carlo simulation analysis in a risk-neutral framework with assumptions for volatility, market price of risk adjustment, risk-free rate and cost of debt. The fair value measurement was based on significant inputs, not observable in the market, including forecasted gross profit, comparable company volatility, discount rate and cost of debt. The fair value of the Earnout was estimated based on the Company’s evaluation of the probability and amount of Earnout to be achieved based on the expected gross profit of Stratus Technologies. A Monte Carlo simulation model was used to estimate the Earnout payment, which was discounted to its present value based on the expected payment date of the Earnout. The model used an estimated gross profit volatility of 33.4% and a discount rate of 7.3% as of the Acquisition Date.
The Earnout is revalued each quarter and any change in valuation is reflected in our results of operations. In the third quarter and first nine months of 2023, we adjusted the fair value of the Earnout to its fair value by $14.8 million and $24.9 million, respectively, with such changes recognized in income from operations. The changes in fair value reflected new information about the estimate of the gross profit of Stratus Technologies during the first full 12 fiscal months following the closing. As of May 26, 2023, the fair value of the Earnout was $45.7 million.
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Valuation: We estimated the fair value of the assets and liabilities of Stratus Technologies as of the Acquisition Date. The purchase price has been allocatedrelated to the tangible and intangible assets acquired and liabilities assumed and was as follows:
Cash and cash equivalents$29,174 
Accounts receivable26,685 
Inventories10,890 
Other current assets6,536 
Property and equipment7,292 
Operating lease right-of-use assets9,216 
Intangible assets123,700 
Goodwill125,929 
Other noncurrent assets11,661 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses(32,656)
Other current liabilities(36,723)
Noncurrent operating lease liabilities(7,067)
Other noncurrent liabilities(11,591)
Total net assets acquired$263,046 
The goodwill arising from the acquisition of Stratus Technologies was assigned to our IPS segment. None of the goodwill recognized is expected to be deductible for income tax purposes.
The fair values and useful lives of identifiable intangible assets were as follows:
Amount
Estimated
useful life
(in years)
Technology$82,000 5
Customer relationships27,800 8
Trademarks/trade names10,000 9
In-process research and development3,900 N/A
$123,700 
Technology intangible assets were valued using the multi-period excess earnings method based on the discounted cash flow and technology obsolescence rate. Discounted cash flow requires the use of significant unobservable inputs, including projected revenue, expenses, capital expenditures and other costs, and discount rates calculated based on the cost of equity adjusted for various risks, including the size of the acquiree, industry risk and other risk factors.
Customer relationship intangible assets were valued using the multi-period excess earnings method, which is the present value of the projected cash flows that are expected to be generated by the existing intangible assets after reduction by an estimated fair rate of return on contributory assets required to generate the customer relationship revenues. Key assumptions included discounted cash flow, estimated life cycle and customer attrition rates.
Trademark/trade name intangible assets were valued using the relief from royalty method, which is the discounted cash flow savings accruing to the owner by virtue of the fact that the owner is not required to license the trademarks/trade names from a third party. Key assumptions included attributable revenue expected from the trademarks/trade names, royalty rates and assumed asset life.
In-process research and development (“IPR&D”) relates to next generation fault tolerant architecture. IPR&D is indefinite-lived and will be reviewed for impairment at least annually. Amortization will commence upon completion of research and development efforts. IPR&D was valued based on discounted cash flow, which requires the use of significant unobservable inputs, including projected revenue, expenses, capital expenditures and other costs.
Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information: The following unaudited pro forma financial information presents SGH’s combined results of operations as if the acquisition of Stratus Technologies had occurred on August 27, 2021. The unaudited pro forma financial information is based on various adjustments and assumptions and is not necessarilyEarnout.
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indicativeCash and Investments
As of what SGH’s resultsMarch 1, 2024 and August 25, 2023, all of operations actuallyour debt securities, the fair values of which approximated their carrying values, were classified as held to maturity. Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were as follows:
 As of March 1, 2024As of August 25, 2023
 Cash and Cash EquivalentsShort-term InvestmentsCash and Cash EquivalentsShort-term Investments
Cash and cash equivalents$415,962 $— $321,937 $— 
Level 1:
Money market funds16,167 — 43,626 — 
U.S. Treasury securities— 23,439 — 25,251 
Level 2:
Time deposits10,200 — — — 
 $442,329 $23,439 $365,563 $25,251 
Non-marketable Equity Investments
As of March 1, 2024 and August 25, 2023, other noncurrent assets included $41.9 million and $4.2 million, respectively, of non-marketable equity investments, which are accounted for under the measurement alternative at cost less impairment, if any. In the event an observable price change occurs in an orderly transaction for an identical or a similar investment, the carrying value of investments would have been had the acquisition been completedbe remeasured to fair value as of August 27, 2021the date that the observable transaction occurred, with any resulting gains or will be for any future periods. Furthermore, the pro forma financial information does not include adjustments to reflect any potential revenue, synergies or dis-synergies, or cost savings that may be achievablelosses recorded in connection with the acquisition or the associated costs that may be necessary to achieve such revenues, synergies or cost savings.
The following unaudited pro forma financial information for the three and nine months ended May 27, 2022 combines the historical results of operations of SGH for the three and nine months ended May 27, 2022 and the historical results of operations of Stratus Technologies for the three and nine months ended February 27, 2022:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 27,
2022
May 27,
2022
Net sales$503,217 $1,500,383 
Net income attributable to SGH22,657 29,136 
Earnings per share:
Basic$0.45 $0.59 
Diluted$0.41 $0.52 
Acquisition-related transaction expenses are included within selling, general and administrative expenses and were $4.8 million in the first nine months of 2023. For the first nine months of 2023, net sales for Stratus Technologies were $131.9 million and net loss was $2.6 million, excluding any charges recognized to adjust the Earnout to its fair value.earnings.
Accounts Receivable
In the third quarter of 2023, we entered into a trade accounts receivable sale program with a third-party financial institution to sell certain of our trade accounts receivable on a non-recourse basis pursuant to a factoring arrangement. This program will allowallows us to sell certain of our trade accounts receivables up to $60 million. There wereAs of March 1, 2024, there have been no trade accounts receivable sold during the third quarter of 2023.under this program.
Inventories
As ofAs ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
Raw materialsRaw materials$112,074 $150,913 
Work in processWork in process29,477 38,624 
Finished goodsFinished goods84,500 133,547 
$226,051 $323,084 
As of each of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022, 6%25, 2023, 13% and 8%, respectively, of total inventories were inventories owned and held under our logistics services.services program.
Property and Equipment
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
Equipment$90,730 $86,429 
Buildings and building improvements67,832 69,325 
Furniture, fixtures and software43,696 44,121 
Land16,126 16,126 
218,384 216,001 
Accumulated depreciation(108,868)(97,267)
 $109,516 $118,734 
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Property and Equipment
As ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
Equipment$233,930 $204,805 
Buildings and building improvements72,361 59,047 
Furniture, fixtures and software47,855 38,715 
Land16,126 16,126 
370,272 318,693 
Accumulated depreciation(192,521)(164,758)
 $177,751 $153,935 
Depreciation expense for property and equipment was $9.5$7.2 million and $27.4$14.7 million in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2024, respectively, and $6.2 million and $12.4 million in the second quarter and first six months of 2023, respectively, and $10.6 million and $30.3 million in the third quarter and first nine months of 2022, respectively.
Change in Accounting Estimate: During the first quarter of 2023, we completed an assessment of the estimated useful lives of our manufacturing equipment. Based on that assessment, we revised the estimated useful lives from five years to eight years as of the beginning of the first quarter of 2023. The change reduced our non-cash depreciation expense for the first nine months of 2023 by approximately $7.9 million, which resulted in aggregate reductions of $7.6 million in cost of sales and research and development expense and a reduction of $0.2 million in the cost of our inventories as of the end of the third quarter of 2023. These reductions benefited net income for the first nine months of 2023 by $6.3 million, or $0.13 per share.
Intangible Assets and Goodwill
As of May 26, 2023As of August 26, 2022
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
As of March 1, 2024As of March 1, 2024As of August 25, 2023
Gross
Amount
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Gross
Amount
Accumulated
Amortization
Intangible assets:Intangible assets:
Technology
Technology
TechnologyTechnology$151,050 $(38,168)$61,594 $(18,473)
Customer relationshipsCustomer relationships85,300 (42,953)57,500 (32,238)
Trademarks/trade namesTrademarks/trade names29,200 (13,014)19,200 (9,771)
$265,550 $(94,135)$138,294 $(60,482)
$
Goodwill by segment:Goodwill by segment:
Goodwill by segment:
Goodwill by segment:
Intelligent Platform Solutions
Intelligent Platform Solutions
Intelligent Platform SolutionsIntelligent Platform Solutions$148,771 $40,401 
Memory SolutionsMemory Solutions34,318 33,608 
$183,089 $74,009 
Memory Solutions
Memory Solutions
$
$
$
In the first ninesix months of 20232024 and 2022,2023, we capitalized $127.3$0.9 million primarily in connection with our acquisition of Stratus Technologies, and $1.1$127.0 million, respectively, for intangible assets with weighted-average useful lives of 6.119.0 years and 17.56.1 years, respectively. Amortization expense for intangible assets was $11.8$9.9 million and $33.6$20.1 million in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2023,2024, respectively, and $5.9$11.0 million and $18.2$21.9 million in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2022,2023, respectively. Amortization expense is expected to be $11.1$19.9 million for the remainder of 2023, $40.5 million for 2024, $35.6$35.7 million for 2025, $30.2$30.3 million for 2026, $29.5$29.6 million for 2027, and $24.6$9.9 million for 2028 and $15.6 million for 2029 and thereafter.
Goodwill of our IPS segment increased in the first nine months of 2023, primarily due to the addition of $125.9 million inIn connection with our acquisition of Stratus Technologies. See “Business Acquisition – Stratus Technologies.” InTechnologies in the first quarter of 2023, we capitalized $3.9 million of in-process research and development (“IPR&D”) related to next generation fault tolerant architecture. Amortization of this technology commenced in the second quarter of 2023, we assessed goodwill associated with our Penguin Edge business within our IPS segment and concluded it was partially impaired. As a result, we recognized a charge of $17.6 million in the first nine months of 2023 to impair the carrying value of goodwill. See “Impairment of Penguin Edge Goodwill.”
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Goodwill of our Memory Solutions segment increased by $0.7 million in the first nine months of 2023 and decreased in all of 2022 by $0.2 million from translation adjustments.
Impairment of Penguin Edge Goodwill2024.
During the second quarter of 2023, we initiated a plan within our IPS segment pursuant to which we intend to wind down manufacturing and discontinue the sale of certain legacy products offered through our Penguin Edge business by approximately the end of calendar 2024. In connection therewith and with the preparation of the financial statements for our second quarter of 2023, we performed a quantitative assessment of the fair value of goodwill using an income approach with assumptions that are considered Level 3 measurements and concluded that the carrying value of the Penguin Edge reporting unit goodwill exceeded its fair value. As a result, we recorded a chargeaggregate charges of $17.6$19.1 million in the second quarter of 2023 to impair the carrying value of IPS goodwill. The fair value of the Penguin Edge reporting unit was determined primarily by discounting estimated future cash flows, which were determined based on revenue and expense assumptions over the next two years, at a weighted-average cost of capital of 14.5%. We concluded that long-lived assets other than goodwill, primarily consisting of customer relationship intangible assets, had fair values in excess of their carrying amounts, and accordingly recorded no impairments of such assets. These assets will continue to be amortized over their remaining useful lives through the date of our anticipated completion of wind-down activities.
goodwill. At each reporting date through the end of the wind-down period, we will reassess the estimated remaining cash flows of the Penguin Edge business. As of the end of the third quarter of 2023, there was no further impairment of Penguin Edge goodwill. However, weWe currently anticipate that the remaining goodwill of the Penguin Edge reporting unit of $17.6$16.1 million as of the end of the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 may become further impaired in future periods.
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses
As ofAs ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
Accounts payable (1)
Accounts payable (1)
$170,884 $345,063 
Salaries, wages and benefitsSalaries, wages and benefits22,563 45,189 
Income and other taxesIncome and other taxes8,415 17,961 
OtherOther8,263 5,141 
$210,125 $413,354 
$
(1)IncludesIncluded accounts payable for property and equipment of $7.6$0.9 million and $3.5$5.2 million as of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022,25, 2023, respectively.
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Debt
As ofAs ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
Amended 2027 TLAAmended 2027 TLA$551,649 $269,304 
2029 Notes2029 Notes146,748 — 
2026 Notes2026 Notes98,471 213,023 
LED Earnout Note— 101,824 
Other17,643 19,263 
814,511 603,414 
740,663
Less current debtLess current debt(32,253)(12,025)
Long-term debtLong-term debt$782,258 $591,389 
Credit Facility
On February 7, 2022, SGH and SMART Modular Technologies, Inc. (collectively, the “Borrowers”) entered into a credit agreement (the “Original Credit Agreement”) with a syndicate of banks and Citizens Bank, N.A., as administrative agent (the “Administrative Agent”) that providesprovided for (i) a term loan credit facility in an aggregate principal amount of $275.0 million (the “2027 TLA”) and (ii) a revolving credit facility in an aggregate principal
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amount of $250.0 million (the “2027 Revolver” and together with the 2027 TLA, the “Original Credit Facility”), in each case, maturing on February 7, 2027 (subject to certain earlier “springing maturity” dates upon certain conditions specified in the Original Credit Agreement). The Original Credit Agreement provides that up to $35.0 million of the 2027 Revolver is available for issuances of letters of credit.
Incremental Amendment:On August 29, 2022, the Borrowers entered into the First Amendment (the “Incremental Amendment”; the Original Credit Agreement as amended by the Incremental Amendment, the “Amended Credit Agreement”) with and among the lenders party thereto and Citizens Bank, N.A., asthe Administrative Agent (the “Incremental Amendment”).Agent. The Incremental Amendment amendsamended the Original Credit Agreement and (i) provides for incremental term loans under the Amended Credit Agreement in an aggregate amount of $300.0 million (the “Incremental Term Loans” and together with the 2027 TLA, the “Amended 2027 TLA”) which Incremental Term Loans are on the same terms as the term loans incurred under the Original Credit Agreement, (ii) increases the maximum First Lien Leverage Ratio (as defined in the Amended Credit Agreement) financial covenant from 3.00:1.00 to 3.25:1.00 and (iii) increases the aggregate amount of unrestricted cash and permitted investments netted from the definitions of Consolidated First Lien Debt and Consolidated Net Debt under the Amended Credit Agreement from $100 million to $125 million.
Substantially simultaneously with entering into the Incremental Amendment, the Borrowers applied a portion of the proceeds of the Incremental Term Loans to (i) finance a portion of the purchase price for the acquisition of Stratus Technologies and (ii) prepay in full the $101.8 million outstanding under the LED Earnout Note. In connection with our prepayment of the LED Earnout Note, we recognized a gain of $0.8 million in the first quarter of 2023, which is included in other non-operating (income) expense in the accompanying statement of operations.
Other:As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, there was $558.9$500.0 million of principal amount outstanding under the Amended 2027 TLA, unamortized issuance costs were $7.2$5.4 million and the effective interest rate was 7.88%8.47%. As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, there were no amounts outstanding under the 2027 Revolver.Revolver and unamortized issuance costs were $2.7 million.
Amended 2027 TLA
On February 29, 2024, we prepaid $30.0 million outstanding under the Amended 2027 TLA. In connection therewith, we wrote off $0.3 million of unamortized issuance costs. On March 29, 2024, subsequent to the end of our second quarter ended March 1, 2024, we prepaid $75.0 million outstanding under the Amended 2027 TLA. In connection therewith, we wrote off $0.8 million of unamortized issuance costs.
Convertible Senior Notes
Convertible Senior Notes Exchange
On January 18,In the second quarter of 2023, SGH entered into separate, privately negotiated exchange agreements with a limited numberwe exchanged $150.0 million principal amount of holders of its 2.25% Convertible Senior Notes due 2026 (the “2026 Notes”) to exchange $150.0 million principal amount of the 2026 Notes for (i) $150.0 million in aggregate principal amount of new 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2029 (the “2029 Notes”) and (ii), together with an aggregate of approximately $15.6 million in cash, with such cash payment representing $14.1 million of premium paid for the 2026 Notes in excess of par value and $1.5 million of accrued and unpaid interest on the 2026 Notes (collectively, the “Exchange Transactions”).Notes. The 2029 Notes were issued pursuant to, and are governed by, an indenture (the “2029 Indenture”), dated as of January 23, 2023, between the Company and U.S. Bank Trust Company, National Association, as trustee.
Transactions involving contemporaneous exchanges between the same debtor and creditor in connection with the issuance of a new debt obligation and satisfaction of an existing debt obligation areexchange was accounted for as debt extinguishments if the debt instruments have substantially different terms. An exchange is deemed to have substantially different terms if:
The present value of the remaining cash flows of the old instrument differs by more than 10% of the present value of the cash flows of the new instrument, or
The change in the fair value of the conversion option immediately before and after the exchange is greater than 10% of the carrying value of the debt instrument immediately prior to the exchange.
We concluded that the exchanged 2026 Notes and the 2029 Notes had substantially different terms, and accordingly, we accounted for the Exchange Transactions as thean extinguishment of the 2026 Notes and the issuance of the 2029 Notes. As a result,In connection therewith, we recognized an extinguishment loss in the second quarter of 2023, included in other non-operating expense, of $16.7 million, consisting of $14.1 million of premium paid to extinguish the 2026 Notes and $2.5 million for the write-off of unamortized issuance costs.
2029 Notes
The 2029 Notes are senior, unsecured obligations of the Company and are equal in right of payment with our existing and future senior, unsecured indebtedness, senior in right of payment to our existing and future indebtedness that is expressly subordinated to the 2029 Notes and effectively subordinated to our existing and future senior, secured indebtedness, to the extent of the value of the collateral securing that indebtedness. Our 2026 Notes and 2029 Notes are structurally
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subordinated to all other existing and future indebtedness and other liabilities, including trade payables, and (to the extent the Company is not a holder thereof) preferred equity, if any, of our subsidiaries.
The 2029 Notes bear interest at a rate of 2.00% per annum on the principal amount thereof, payable semi-annually in arrears on February 1 and August 1 of each year, beginning on August 1, 2023, to the noteholders of record of the 2029 Notes as of the close of business on the immediately preceding January 15 and July 15, respectively. The 2029 Notes will mature on February 1, 2029 (the “2029 Maturity Date”), unless earlier converted, redeemed or repurchased. The 2029 Notes are convertible into cash or a combination of cash and the Company’s ordinary shares, $0.03 par value per share (the “ordinary shares”), at our election.
The initial conversion rate of the 2029 Notes is 47.1059 ordinary shares per $1,000 principal amount of the 2029 Notes, which represents an initial conversion price of approximately $21.23 per ordinary share. The conversion rate is subject to adjustment upon the occurrence of certain specified events as set forth in the 2029 Indenture. In connection with any conversion of the 2029 Notes, we are required to pay the principal amount in cash and have the option to settle any amount in excess of the principal portion in cash and/or ordinary shares.
Conversion Rights: Holders of the 2029 Notes may convert them under the following circumstances:
i.during any fiscal quarter commencing after the fiscal quarter ended on May 26, 2023 (and only during such fiscal quarter) if the last reported sale price per ordinary share exceeds 130% of the conversion price for at least 20 trading days in the 30 consecutive trading days ending on the last trading day of the immediately preceding fiscal quarter;
ii.during the five consecutive business days immediately after any 10 consecutive trading day period (such 10 consecutive trading day period, the “measurement period”) in which the trading price per $1,000 principal amount of notes for each trading day of the measurement period was less than 98% of the product of the last reported sale price per ordinary share on such trading day and the conversion rate on such trading day;
iii.upon the occurrence of certain corporate events or distributions on our ordinary shares, as provided in the 2029 Indenture;
iv.if we call the 2029 Notes for redemption; and
v.on or after August 1, 2028 until the close of business on the second scheduled trading day immediately before the maturity date.
Upon the occurrence of a “make-whole fundamental change” (as defined in the 2029 Indenture), we will in certain circumstances increase the conversion rate for a specified period of time. In addition, upon the occurrence of a “fundamental change” (as defined in the 2029 Indenture), holders of the 2029 Notes may require us to repurchase their 2029 Notes at a cash repurchase price equal to the principal amount of the 2029 Notes to be repurchased, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to, but excluding, the fundamental change repurchase date. The definition of fundamental change includes certain business combination transactions involving the Company and certain de-listing events with respect to our ordinary shares.
Cash Redemption at Our Option: We have the right to redeem the 2029 Notes, in whole or in part, at our option at any time, and from time to time, on or after February 6, 2026 and on or before the 40th scheduled trading day immediately before the 2029 Maturity Date, at a cash redemption price equal to the principal amount of the 2029 Notes to be redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, but only if the last reported per share sale price of our ordinary shares exceeds 130% of the conversion price on (i) each of at least 20 trading days during the 30 consecutive trading days ending on, and including, the trading day immediately before the redemption notice date for such redemption and (ii) the trading day immediately before the date we send such notice. In addition, we have the right to redeem all, but not less than all, of the 2029 Notes if certain changes in tax law occur. Calling any 2029 Note for redemption will constitute a make-whole fundamental change with respect to such note, in which case the conversion rate applicable to the conversion of such note will be increased in certain circumstances if it is converted after it is called for redemption.
2026 Notes
In February 2020, we issued $250.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes. The 2026 Notes are general unsecured obligations, bear interest at an annual rate of 2.25% per year, payable semi-annually on February 15 and August 15, and mature on February 15, 2026, unless earlier converted, redeemed or repurchased. The 2026 Notes are governed by an indenture (the “2026 Indenture”) between us and U.S. Bank National Association, as trustee. After the effect of the share dividend paid in the second quarter of 2022, the conversion rate of the 2026 Notes is 49.2504 ordinary shares per $1,000 principal amount of notes, which represents a conversion price of approximately $20.30 per ordinary share. The conversion rate is subject to adjustment upon the occurrence of certain specified events as set forth in the 2026 Indenture. On January
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18, 2023, we exchanged $150.0 million principal amount of 2026 Notes for $150.0 million principal amount of new 2029 Notes. As a result, as of May 26, 2023, $100.0 million in aggregate principal amount of 2026 Notes remain outstanding. See “Convertible Senior Notes – Convertible Senior Notes Exchange.”Interest
First Supplemental Indenture to Indenture Governing the 2026 Notes: On August 26, 2022, SGH entered into the First Supplemental Indenture (the “2026 First Supplemental Indenture”) to the 2026 Indenture governing the 2026 Notes. The 2026 First Supplemental Indenture became effective on August 27, 2022. Pursuant to the 2026 First Supplemental Indenture, SGH irrevocably elected (i) to eliminate SGH’s option to elect Physical Settlement (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) on any conversion of the 2026 Notes that occurs on or after the date of the 2026 First Supplemental Indenture and (ii) with respect to any Combination Settlement (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) for a conversion of the 2026 Notes, the Specified Dollar Amount (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) that will be settled in cash per $1,000 principal amount of the 2026 Notes shall be no lower than $1,000.
As a result of our election, upon any conversion of the 2026 Notes, we will be required to pay cash in an amount at least equal to the principal portion while continuing to have the option to settle any amount in excess of the principal portion in cash and/or ordinary shares. Following the irrevocable election, only the amounts expected to be settled in excess of the principal portion are considered in calculating diluted earnings per share under the if-converted method.
Convertible Senior Note Interest
Unamortized debt discount and issuance costs are amortized over the terms of our 2026 Notes and 2029 Notes using the effective interest method. As of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022,25, 2023, the effective interest rate for our 2026 Notes was 2.83% and 7.06%, respectively. . As of May 26,March 1, 2024 and August 25, 2023, the effective interest rate for our 2029 Notes was 2.40%. Aggregate
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interest expense for our convertible notes consisted of contractual stated interest and amortization of discount and issuance costs and included the following:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Contractual stated interestContractual stated interest$1,342 $1,438 $4,099 $4,219 
Amortization of discount and issuance costsAmortization of discount and issuance costs230 2,242 884 6,702 
$1,572 $3,680 $4,983 $10,921 
$
As of August 26, 2022, the carrying amount of the equity components of the 2026 Notes, which was included in additional paid-in-capital,paid-in capital, was $50.8 million. As of the beginning of the first quarter of 2023, we adopted ASU 2020-06. In connection therewith, we reclassified $32.2 million from additional paid-in-capital to long-term debt and $18.6 million from additional paid-in-capital to retained earnings. See “Recently Adopted Accounting Standards.”
Maturities of Debt
As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, maturities of debt were as follows:
Remainder of 2023$8,156 
202439,836 
Remainder of 2024
2025202532,625 
20262026132,625 
20272027461,684 
2028 and thereafter151,575 
2028
2029 and thereafter
Less unamortized discount and issuance costsLess unamortized discount and issuance costs(11,990)
$814,511 
$
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Leases
As of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, we hadWe have operating leases through which we utilize facilities, offices and equipment in our manufacturing operations, research and development activities and selling, general and administrative functions. Sublease income was not significant in any period presented. The components of operating lease expense were as follows:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Fixed lease costFixed lease cost$4,276 $3,402 $14,595 $9,917 
Variable lease costVariable lease cost323 370 1,006 1,192 
Short-term lease costShort-term lease cost625 119 1,682 377 
$5,224 $3,891 $17,283 $11,486 
Cash flows used for operating activities in the first ninesix months of 20232024 and 20222023 included payments for operating leases of $6.7$4.5 million and $7.3$4.8 million, respectively. Acquisitions of right-of-use assets were $10.6$0.3 million in the first ninesix months of 20232024 and $10.6$10.5 million in the first ninesix months of 2022.2023.
As of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022,25, 2023, the weighted-average remaining lease term for our operating leases was 10.210.5 years and 10.9 years, respectively.the weighted-average discount rate was 6.0%. Certain of our operating leases include one or more options to extend the lease term for periods from two to five years. In determining the present value of our operating lease liabilities, we have assumed we will not extend any lease terms.
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As of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, the weighted-average discount rate for our operating leases was 6.2% and 6.1%, respectively.
MinimumMarch 1, 2024, minimum payments of operating lease liabilities as of May 26, 2023 were as follows:
Remainder of 2023$3,115 
202414,622 
Remainder of 2024
2025202512,573 
2026202611,009 
202720278,569 
2028 and thereafter65,537 
115,425 
2028
2029 and thereafter
97,209
Less imputed interestLess imputed interest(31,368)
Present value of total lease liabilitiesPresent value of total lease liabilities$84,057 
Commitments and Contingencies
Product Warranty and Indemnities
We generally provide a limited warranty that our products are in compliance with applicable specifications existing at the time of delivery. Under our standard terms and conditions of sale, liability for certain failures of product during a stated warranty period is usually limited to repair or replacement of defective items or return of amounts paid for such items. Our warranty obligations are not material.
We are party to a number of agreements in which we have agreed to defend, indemnify and hold harmless our customers and suppliers from damages and costs, which may arise from product defects as well as from any alleged infringement by our products of third-party patents, trademarks or other proprietary rights. We believe our internal development processes and other policies and practices limit our exposure related to such indemnities. Maximum potential future payments cannot be estimated because many of these agreements do not have a maximum stated liability. However, to date, we have not had to reimburse any of our customers or suppliers for any significant losses related to these indemnities. We have not recorded any liability for such indemnities.
Contingencies
From time to time, we aremay be involved in legal matters that arise in the normal course of business. Litigation in general, and intellectual property, employment and shareholder litigation in particular, can be expensive and disruptive to normal business operations. Moreover, the results of complex legal proceedings are difficult to predict. Additionally, from time to time, we are a party in the normal course of business to a variety of agreements pursuant to which we may be obligated to indemnify another party. It is not possible to predict the maximum potential amount of future payments under these types of agreements due to the conditional nature of our obligations and the unique facts and circumstances involved in each particular agreement. Historically, our payments under these types of agreements have not had a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition. We regularly review contingencies to determine whether the likelihood of loss has changed and to assess whether a reasonable estimate of the loss or range of loss can be made.
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Equity
SGH Shareholders’ Equity
Share Dividend
On January 3, 2022, our Board of Directors declared a share dividend of one ordinary share, $0.03 par value per share, for every one outstanding ordinary share owned to shareholders of record as of January 25, 2022. The dividend was paid on February 1, 2022. The accompanying consolidated financial statements and notes have been restated and adjusted for the impact of the share dividend.
Share Repurchase Authorization
On April 4, 2022, our Board of Directors approved a $75.0 million share repurchase authorization, under which we may repurchase our outstanding ordinary shares from time to time through open market purchases, privately-negotiated transactions or otherwise. The share repurchase authorization has no expiration date but may be suspended or terminated by the Board of Directors at any time. On January 8, 2024, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors approved an additional $75.0 million share repurchase authorization. In the first ninesix months of 20232024 and in 2022,2023, we repurchased 0.5931 thousand and 533 thousand shares for $13.9 million and 2.6 million shares, respectively, for $8.4 million and $50.0 million, respectively, under the initial authorization. As of March 1, 2024, an aggregate of $77.7 million of these authorizations remained available for the repurchase authorization.of our ordinary shares.
Other Share Repurchases
Ordinary shares withheld as payment of withholding taxes and exercise prices in connection with the vesting or exercise of equity awards are treated as ordinary share repurchases. WeIn the first six months of 2024 and 2023, we repurchased 41113 thousand and 217176 thousand ordinary shares as payment of withholding taxes for $0.7$1.9 million and $3.1$2.4 million, respectively, in the third quarter and first nine months of 2023, and 151 thousand and 205 thousand ordinary shares for $3.7 million and $6.6 million, respectively, in the third quarter and first nine months of 2022.respectively.
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In connection with the Exchange Transactionsexchange transactions in the second quarter of 2023, we repurchased 326 thousand ordinary shares for $5.4 million.
Stratus Technologies Earnout
In connection with our acquisition of Status Technologies, the Seller has the right to receive an Earnout of up to $50.0 million based on the gross profit performance of Stratus Technologies during the first full 12 fiscal months following the closing. Pursuant to the terms of the Stratus Purchase Agreement, we had the option to settle the Earnout amount owed to the Seller, if any, in cash, ordinary shares of SGH, or a mix of cash and ordinary shares of SGH. On June 28, 2023, we provided notice to the Seller of our election to settle the Earnout in cash.
Shares that would have been issuable pursuant to the Earnout are contingently issuable shares and are considered in the computation of diluted earnings per share if dilutive. The number of contingently issuable shares included in diluted earnings per share is the number of shares that would have been issuable at the time of settlement based on the assumption that the current fair value of the Earnout remained unchanged until the end of the earnout period. As of May 26, 2023, based on the fair value of the Earnout, the contingently issuable shares were anti-dilutive.
2029 Capped Calls
On January 18, 2023, in connection with the pricing of the 2029 Notes, we entered into privately negotiated capped call transactions (the “2029 Capped Calls”). The 2029 Capped Calls cover, subject to anti-dilution adjustments substantially similar to those applicable to the 2029 Notes, the aggregate number of ordinary shares that initially underlie the 2029 Notes, and are expected generally to reduce potential dilution to our ordinary shares upon any conversion of the 2029 Notes and/or offset any cash payments we are required to make in excess of the principal amount of converted 2029 Notes, as the case may be, with such reduction and/or offset subject to a cap, based on the cap price of the 2029 Capped Calls. The cap price of the 2029 Capped Calls is initially $29.1375 per share, which represented a premium of 75% over the last reported sale price of our ordinary shares on January 18, 2023. The cost of the 2029 Capped Calls, which are considered capital transactions, was $15.1 million and was recognized as a decrease to additional paid-in capital in the second quarter of 2023.
The 2029 Capped Calls are separate transactions, each between the Company and the counterparties to the 2029 Capped Calls, and are not part of the terms of the 2029 Notes and do not affect any holder’s rights under the 2029 Notes or the 2029 Indenture. Holders of the 2029 Notes do not have any rights with respect to the 2029 Capped Calls.
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2026 Capped Calls
In connection with our issuance of the 2026 Notes in February 2020, we entered into capped call transactions (the “2026 Capped Calls”). As part of the Exchange Transactions, we entered into agreements with a number of counterparties to settle a portion of the 2026 Capped Calls in a notional amount corresponding to the amount of the 2026 Notes that were exchanged. The value received in connection with the settlement of a portion of the 2026 Capped Calls was $10.8 million and was recognized as an increase in additional paid-in capital in the second quarter of 2023.
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Changes in accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) by component for the ninefirst six months ended May 26, 2023of 2024 were as follows:
Cumulative
Translation
Adjustment
Gains (Losses)
on Derivative
Instruments
Gains (Losses)
on
Investments
Total
As of August 26, 2022$(221,655)$— $— $(221,655)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications7,278 112 (8)7,382 
Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income— (112)— (112)
Other comprehensive income (loss)7,278 — (8)7,270 
As of May 26, 2023$(214,377)$— $(8)$(214,385)
Noncontrolling Interest in Subsidiary
Cumulative
Translation
Adjustment
Gains (Losses)
on
Investments
Total
As of August 25, 2023$(205,969)$$(205,964)
Other comprehensive income (loss) before reclassifications(6,352)25 (6,327)
Reclassifications out of accumulated other comprehensive income212,397 — 212,397 
Other comprehensive income (loss)206,045 25 206,070 
As of March 1, 2024$76 $30 $106 
In connection with our divestiture of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil, we reclassified $212.4 million of cumulative translation adjustment related to SMART Brazil from other accumulated comprehensive income to results of operations in the first nine monthsquarter of 2023 and 2022, our Cree Joint Venture distributed an aggregate2024. See “Divestiture of $4.1 million and $7.7 million to its partners, including $2.1 million and $3.9 million to SGH and $2.0 million and $3.8 million to San’an, respectively. Cash and other assets of our Cree Joint Venture are generally not available for use by us in our other operations.SMART Brazil.”
Government Incentives
Brazil Financial Credits
Through one of our Brazilian subsidiaries, we participate in an incentive program, known as Programa de Apoio ao Desenvolvimento Tecnológico da Indústria de Semicondutores (also known as Technology Development Support of the Semiconductor Industry Program) (“PADIS”), pursuant to which the Brazilian government incentivizes the manufacture and sale of semiconductor components within Brazil.
In January 2022, the Brazilian government approved an extension to PADIS. The financial credits available through the program are set to expire in December 2026. PADIS provides for reduced import and other transaction-related taxes for certain procurement, manufacturing and sales activities. In exchange, we must invest in certain research and development activities related to semiconductor-based solutions in an amount equivalent to 5% of the gross revenues of such Brazilian subsidiary recognized in connection with incentivized sales of semiconductor components in Brazil, excluding exports and sales to customers located at the Manaus Free Trade Zone, subject to the limitations of 13.1% (through December 31, 2024) and 12.3% (from January 1, 2025 through December 31, 2026) of the subsidiary’s gross revenues.
Pursuant to PADIS, we recognized aggregate financial credits, reflected as a reduction of research and development expense, of $0.4 million and $4.4 million in the third quarter and first nine months of 2023, respectively, and $3.3 million and $15.2 million in the third quarter and first nine months of 2022, respectively. Financial credits earned under PADIS may be refunded in cash or used to offset liabilities for Brazil federal taxes. As of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, receivables for earned but unused financial credits were $19.8 million and $18.7 million, respectively. Financial credits earned but unused as of May 26, 2023 can be utilized through April 2028.
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Fair Value Measurements
Cash
As of March 1, 2024As of August 25, 2023
Fair
Value
Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Carrying
Value
Assets:
Derivative financial instrument$3,790 $3,790 $— $— 
Liabilities:
Amended 2027 TLA$500,015 $494,607 $551,648 $544,943 
2029 Notes184,455 147,165 195,426 146,886 
2026 Notes125,987 98,891 131,864 98,609 
The deferred cash adjustment resulting from the divestiture of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil is accounted for as a derivative financial instrument and cash equivalentsis revalued at the end of each reporting period. The fair value as of May 26, 2023 included money market funds of $18.1 million and time deposits of $11.0 million. Cash and cash equivalents as of August 26, 2022 included money market funds of $13.8 million. Money market funds were valued based on LevelMarch 1, measurements using quoted prices in active markets for identical assets. Time deposits were valued based on Level 2 measurements, including market-based observable inputs.
Fair value measurements were as follows:
As of May 26, 2023As of August 26, 2022
Fair
Value
Carrying
Value
Fair
Value
Carrying
Value
Liabilities:
Derivative financial instrument liabilities$534 $534 $605 $605 
Acquisition-related contingent consideration45,700 45,700 — — 
Amended 2027 TLA558,859 551,649 273,281 269,304 
2029 Notes185,046 146,748 — — 
2026 Notes128,720 98,471 290,223 213,023 
LED Earnout Note— — 96,412 101,824 
Debt – other16,489 17,643 17,855 19,263 
The fair values of our derivative financial instruments,2024, as measured on a recurring basis, werewas based on Level 2 measurements, including market-based observable inputs of currency exchange spot and forward rates, interest rates and credit-risk spreads.
Acquisition-related contingent consideration is related to our acquisition of Stratus Technologies and is included in current liabilities as of May 26, 2023. The fair value as of May 26, 2023, measured on a recurring basis, was based on Level 3 measurements, which included significant inputs not observable in the market. The fair value was estimated using a Monte Carlo simulation analysis in a risk-neutral framework with assumptions for volatility, market price of risk adjustment, risk-free rate and cost of debt. The fair value of the Earnout was estimated based on the Company’s evaluation of the probability and amount of Earnout to be achieved based on the expected gross profit of Stratus Technologies. The Monte Carlo simulation model was used to estimate the Earnout payment, which was discounted to its present value based on the expected payment date of the Earnout. The model used an estimated gross profit volatility of 32.6% and a discount rate of 8.81% as of May 26, 2023.
The fair values of our Amended 2027 TLA, LED Earnout Note and other debt, as measured on a non-recurring basis, werewas estimated based on Level 2 measurements, including discounted cash flows and interest rates based on similar debt issued by parties with credit ratings similar to ours. The fair values of the 2029 Notes and the 2026 Notes, as measured on a non-recurring basis, was determined based on Level 2 measurements, including the trading prices of the notes.2029 Notes and the 2026 Notes.
Derivative Instruments
We use currency forward contracts to mitigate our exposure of certain monetary assets and liabilities from changes in currency exchange rates. Realized and unrealized gains and losses from derivative instruments without hedge accounting designation as well as the changes in the underlying monetary assets and liabilities from changes in currency exchange rates are included in other non-operating (income) expense.
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Realized losses on currency forward contracts$480 $8,767 $1,763 $4,227 
Unrealized (gains) losses on currency forward contracts13 (3,327)(92)188 
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Equity Plans
As of May 26, 2023, 7.5March 1, 2024, 7.3 million shares of our ordinary shares were available for future awards under our equity plans.
The disclosures related to our restricted awards, share options and employee share purchase plan include both our continuing and discontinued operations.
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Restricted Share Awards and Restricted Share Units Awards (“Restricted Awards”)
Aggregate Restricted Award activity was as follows:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Awards grantedAwards granted1,270 9352,4921,581Awards granted205 82826241,222
Weighted-average grant date fair value per shareWeighted-average grant date fair value per share$15.98 $24.25 $17.49 $25.96 
Aggregate vesting date fair value of shares vestedAggregate vesting date fair value of shares vested$6,418 $24,098 $22,032 $42,326 
As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, total unrecognized compensation costs for unvested Restricted Awards was $91.9$70.0 million, which was expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.72.1 years.
Share Options
As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, total aggregate unrecognized compensation costs for unvested options was $1.5$0.5 million, which was expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 1.20.5 years.
Employee Share Purchase Plan (“ESPP”)
Under our ESPP, employees purchased 602298 thousand ordinary shares for $6.6$3.3 million in the first ninesix months of 20232024 and 307265 thousand shares for $6.5$2.9 million in the first ninesix months of 2022.2023.
Share-Based Compensation Expense
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Share-based compensation expense by caption:
Cost of sales$1,655 $1,724 $4,732 $5,103 
Research and development1,617 1,679 4,692 4,778 
Selling, general and administrative6,759 7,144 21,414 20,414 
 $10,031 $10,547 $30,838 $30,295 
Share-based compensation expense for our continuing operations was as follows:
Income tax benefits related to the tax deductions for share-based awards are recognized only upon the settlement of the related share-based awards.
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Share-based compensation expense by caption:
Cost of sales$1,691 $1,308 $3,541 $2,950 
Research and development1,781 1,385 3,414 2,941 
Selling, general and administrative7,167 7,338 14,907 14,121 
 $10,639 $10,031 $21,862 $20,012 
Income tax benefits for share-based awards were $2.2$1.7 million and $6.2$3.5 million in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2023,2024, respectively, and $5.1$1.6 million and $10.1$3.4 million in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2022,2023, respectively.
Revenue and Customer Contract Balances
Net Sales and Gross Billings
We provide certain logistics services on an agent basis, whereby we procure materials and services on behalf of our customers and then resell such materials and services to our customers. Our materials logistics services business includes procurement, logistics, inventory management, temporary warehousing, kitting and/or packaging services. While we take title to inventory under such arrangements, control of such inventory does not transfer to us as we do not, at any point, have the ability to direct the use, and thereby obtain the benefits of, the inventory.
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Gross amounts invoiced to customers in connection with these agent services include amounts related to the services performed by us in addition to the cost of the materials and services procured. However, only the amount related to the agent component is recognized as revenue in our results of operations. We generally recognize revenue for these procurement, logistics and inventory management services upon the completion of such services, which typicallygenerally occurs at
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the time of shipment of product to the customer. The cost of materials and services invoiced to our customers under these arrangements, but not recognized as revenue or cost of sales in our results of operations, were as follows:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Cost of materials invoiced in connection with logistics services$143,128 $574,034 $664,863 $1,250,024 
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Cost of materials and services invoiced in connection with logistics services$90,670 $143,984 $199,639 $521,735 
Customer Contract Balances
As ofAs ofMay 26,
2023
August 26,
2022
As ofMarch 1,
2024
August 25,
2023
Contract assets (1)
Contract assets (1)
$767 $1,322 
Contract liabilities: (2)
Contract liabilities: (2)
Deferred revenue (3)
$70,743 $39,676 
Contract liabilities: (2)
Contract liabilities: (2)
Deferred revenue
Deferred revenue
Deferred revenue
Customer advancesCustomer advances14,78024,125Customer advances24,0505,565
$85,523 $63,801 
$
(1)Contract assets are included in other current and noncurrent assets.
(2)Contract liabilities are included in other current and noncurrent liabilities based on the timing of when our customer is expected to take control of the asset or receive the benefit of the service.
(3)DeferredContract assets represent amounts recognized as revenue includes $11.2 million and $23.3 million as of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, respectively, relatedfor which we do not have the unconditional right to contracts that contain termination rights.consideration.
Deferred revenue represents amounts received from customers in advance of satisfying performance obligations. As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, we expect to recognize revenue of $53.7$37.2 million of the $58.8 million balance of $70.7 million in the next 12 months and the remaining amount thereafter. In the first ninesix months of 2023,2024, we recognized revenue of $25.1$38.6 million from satisfying performance obligations related to amounts included in deferred revenue as of August 26, 2022.25, 2023. Deferred revenue includes $7.9 million and $10.9 million as of March 1, 2024 and August 25, 2023, respectively, related to contracts that contain termination rights.
Customer advances represent amounts received from customers for advance payments to secure product. In the first ninesix months of 2023,2024, we recognized revenue of $18.9$1.2 million from satisfying performance obligations related to amounts included in customer advances as of August 26, 2022.25, 2023.
As of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022,25, 2023, other current liabilities included $10.6$13.0 million and $15.4$12.5 million, respectively, for estimates of consideration payable to customers, including estimates for pricing adjustments and returns.
Other Operating (Income) Expense
In the first quarter of2024 and 2023, we initiated plans that included workforce reductions and the elimination of certain projects across our businesses. In connection therewith, we recorded restructure charges of $6.0$6.3 million forand $5.6 million in the first ninesix months of 2024 and 2023, respectively, primarily for employee severance costs and other benefits. We anticipate that these activities will continue into future quarters and anticipate recording additional restructure charges. As of May 26, 2023, $2.0March 1, 2024, $3.0 million remained unpaid, which is expected to be paid in the remainder of 2023.2024.
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Other Non-operating (Income) Expense
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Loss (gain) on extinguishment of debt$— $— $15,924 $653 
Foreign currency losses590 641 1,113 3,516 
Loss (gain) on disposition of assets41 19 (3,075)65 
Other(117)(110)(779)(664)
$514 $550 $13,183 $3,570 
In the second quarter of 2023, we recognized a loss in connection with the extinguishment of $150.0 million of our 2026 Notes. See “Debt – Convertible Senior Notes – Convertible Senior Notes Exchange.”
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Loss (gain) on extinguishment or prepayment of debt$325 $16,691 $325 $15,924 
Loss (gain) from changes in foreign currency exchange rates182 165 (364)(355)
Loss (gain) on disposition of assets41 (2,984)86 (3,025)
Other(300)(565)(375)(599)
$248 $13,307 $(328)$11,945 
Income Taxes
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Income (loss) before taxesIncome (loss) before taxes$(17,375)$29,649 $(35,663)$68,660 
Income tax provision6,702 5,154 9,876 20,495 
Income tax provision (benefit)
Interim incomeIncome tax provision includes a provision(benefit) for federal, state and foreign taxes is based on the annual estimated effective tax rate applicable to us and our subsidiaries, adjusted for certain discrete items, which are fully recognized in the period they occur. We have historically determined our interim income tax provision (benefit) by applying the annual estimated effective income tax rate expected to be applicable for the full fiscal year to the income (loss) before taxes for the interim period.jurisdictions which are subject to income tax. In determining the full year estimate, we do not include the estimated impact of unusual and/or infrequent items, which may cause significant variations in the customary relationship between income tax provision (benefit) and income (loss) before taxes. Accordingly, the interim effective tax rate may not be reflective of the annual estimated effective tax rate. Additionally, our income tax provision (benefit) is subject to volatility and could be impacted by changes in our geographic earnings, non-deductible stock basedshare-based compensation and certain tax credits.
Income tax provision for the third quarter of 2023 increased by $1.5 million as compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to an increase in U.S. profits. For tax years beginning on or after January 1, 2022, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 eliminates the option to deduct research and development expenditures, as defined under IRC Section 174, in the year incurred. Instead, taxpayers are required to amortize such expenditures over five years if incurred in the U.S. and over fifteen years if incurred in a foreign jurisdiction. Due to this change, we expect to incur U.S. taxes despite historical net operating losses and credit carryforwards. Income tax provision for the first nine months of 2023 decreased by $10.6 million as compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to current year losses in certain of our foreign operations, offset by increase in U.S. taxable profits.
As of May 26, 2023 and August 26, 2022, we had a full valuation allowance for net deferred tax assets associated with our U.S. operations, based on an analysis of positive and negative evidence, including analyzing three-year cumulative pre-tax income or loss, projections of future taxable income and other quantitative and qualitative information. We intend to maintain a full valuation allowance on our U.S. net deferred tax assets until there is sufficient positive evidence to support the reversal of all or some portion of the valuation allowance. Due to improvements in our U.S. operating results over the past three years, we believe there is a reasonable possibility that, within the next 12 months, sufficient positive evidence may become available to allow us to reach a conclusion that a significant portion of the valuation allowance will no longer be needed. Release of the valuation allowance would result in the recognition of certain deferred tax assets and a decrease to income tax expense in the period the valuation allowance is released. However, the exact timing and amount of the valuation allowance release are subject to change based on the level of our U.S. profitability.
Determining the consolidated income tax provision (benefit), income tax liabilities and deferred tax assets and liabilities involves judgment. We calculate and provide for income taxes in each of the tax jurisdictions in which we operate, which involves estimating current tax exposures as well as making judgments regarding the recoverability of deferred tax assets in
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each jurisdiction. The estimates used could differ from actual results, which may have a significant impact on operating results in future periods.
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Earnings Per Share
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net income (loss) from continuing operations
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations
Net income (loss) attributable to SGH – Basic and DilutedNet income (loss) attributable to SGH – Basic and Diluted$(24,455)$24,113 $(46,682)$46,598 
Weighted-average shares outstanding – Basic
Weighted-average shares outstanding – Basic
Weighted-average shares outstanding – BasicWeighted-average shares outstanding – Basic49,38050,09549,15249,54352,03149,11652,05049,039
Dilutive effect of equity plans and convertible notesDilutive effect of equity plans and convertible notes4,9036,213Dilutive effect of equity plans and convertible notes
Weighted-average shares outstanding – DilutedWeighted-average shares outstanding – Diluted49,38054,99849,15255,756Weighted-average shares outstanding – Diluted52,03149,11652,05049,039
Earnings (loss) per share:
Basic$(0.50)$0.48 $(0.95)$0.94 
Diluted$(0.50)$0.44 $(0.95)$0.84 
Basic earnings (loss) per share:
Basic earnings (loss) per share:
Basic earnings (loss) per share:
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
$
Diluted earnings (loss) per share:
Diluted earnings (loss) per share:
Diluted earnings (loss) per share:
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Continuing operations
Discontinued operations
$
Below are unweighted potentially dilutive shares that were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because to do so would have been antidilutive:
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Equity plans8,4824598,482333
Stratus Technologies contingently issuable shares2,5662,566
11,04845911,048333
Upon any conversion of our 2026 Notes or 2029 Notes, we will be required to pay cash in an amount at least equal to the principal portion and have the option to settle any amount in excess of the principal portion in cash and/or ordinary shares. As a result, only the amounts settled in excess of the principal portion are considered in calculating diluted earnings per share. See “Debt – Convertible Senior Notes.”
Three Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Equity plans5,3967,8615,3967,861
Stratus Technologies contingently issuable shares1,7871,787
5,3969,6485,3969,648
Segment and Other Information
Segment information presented below is consistent with how our chief operating decision maker evaluates operating results to make decisions about allocating resources and assessing performance. We have the following three businesses,business units, which are our reportable segments:
Memory Solutions: Our Memory Solutions group, under our SMART Modular brand, provides high performance and reliable memory solutions through the design, development and advanced packaging of leading-edge to extended lifecycle products. These specialty products are tailored to meet customer-specific requirements across networking and communications, enterprise storage and computing, including desktop, notebook and server applications smartphones and other vertical markets. These products are marketed to OEMsoriginal equipment manufacturers and to commercial and government customers. The Memory Solutions group also offers SMART Supply Chain Services, which provides customized, integrated supply chain services to enable our customers to better manage supply chain planning and execution, reduce costs and increase productivity.
Intelligent Platform Solutions (“IPS”): Our IPS group, under our Penguin Solutions and newly acquired Stratus Technologies brands, offers specialized platform solutions and services for high-performance computing, (“HPC”), artificial intelligence, (“AI”), machine learning, (“ML”), advanced modeling and the internet of things (“IoT”) that span the continuum of edge, core and cloud. Our solutions are designed specifically for customers across multiple markets, including government, hyperscale, energy, financial services, health care,energy, government, education, healthcare and others. On
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August 29, 2022, we completed the acquisition of Stratus Technologies, a global leader in simplified, protected and autonomous computing solutions in the data center and at the Edge.
LED Solutions: Our LED Solutions group, under our Cree LEDCreeLED brand, offers a broad portfolio of application-optimized LEDs focused on improving on lumen density, intensity, efficacy, optical control andand/or reliability. Backed by
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expert design assistance and superior sales support, our LED products enable our customers to develop and market LED-based products for general lighting, video screens and specialty lighting applications.
Segments are determined based on sources of revenue, types of customers and operating performance. There are no differences between the accounting policies for our segment reporting and our consolidated results of operations. Operating expenses directly associated with the activities of a specific segment are charged to that segment. Certain other indirect operating income and expenses are generally allocated to segments based on their respective percentage of net sales. We do not identify (other than goodwill) or report internally our assets nor allocate certain expenses and amortization, interest, other non-operating (income) expense or taxes to segments.
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net sales:Net sales:
Memory Solutions
Memory Solutions
Memory SolutionsMemory Solutions$148,370 $265,850 $491,473 $765,332 
Intelligent Platform SolutionsIntelligent Platform Solutions170,854 95,345 604,276 296,256 
LED SolutionsLED Solutions64,106 101,345 182,233 320,067 
Total net salesTotal net sales$383,330 $462,540 $1,277,982 $1,381,655 
Segment operating income:Segment operating income:
Segment operating income:
Segment operating income:
Memory Solutions
Memory Solutions
Memory SolutionsMemory Solutions$11,284 $30,094 $46,859 $99,260 
Intelligent Platform SolutionsIntelligent Platform Solutions25,798 10,790 97,942 32,672 
LED SolutionsLED Solutions(782)13,388 (2,237)48,925 
Total segment operating incomeTotal segment operating income36,300 54,272 142,564 180,857 
Unallocated:Unallocated:
Unallocated:
Unallocated:
Share-based compensation expense
Share-based compensation expense
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense(10,031)(10,547)(30,838)(30,295)
Amortization of acquisition-related intangiblesAmortization of acquisition-related intangibles(11,609)(5,943)(33,282)(18,115)
Flow through of inventory step upFlow through of inventory step up— — (2,599)— 
Cost of sales-related restructureCost of sales-related restructure(211)— (5,763)— 
Acquisition and integration expenses(8,637)(2,181)(18,193)(3,471)
Diligence, acquisition and integration expense
Impairment of goodwillImpairment of goodwill— — (17,558)— 
Change in fair value of contingent considerationChange in fair value of contingent consideration(14,800)(124)(24,900)(41,324)
Restructure chargeRestructure charge186 (249)(6,009)(249)
OtherOther— 81 (1,800)(495)
Total unallocatedTotal unallocated(45,102)(18,963)(140,942)(93,949)
Consolidated operating income (loss)Consolidated operating income (loss)$(8,802)$35,309 $1,622 $86,908 
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022.25, 2023. This discussion contains forward looking statements that involve risks, uncertainties and other factors. Our actual results could differ materially from those contained in these forward-looking statements due to a number of risks, uncertainties and other factors, including those discussed below and elsewhere in this Quarterly Report and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022.25, 2023. See also “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements.”
Our fiscal year is the 5252- or 53-week period ending on the last Friday in August. Fiscal years 2024 and 2023 contain 53 weeks and 2022 each contain 52 weeks.weeks, respectively. All period references are to our fiscal periods unless otherwise indicated. All financialtabular amounts are in thousands. Financial information for our subsidiaries in Brazil iswas included in our consolidated financial statements on a one-month lag because their fiscal years endended on July 31 of each year. All tabular amounts areIn connection with the completion of the divestiture of an 81% interest in thousands.SMART Brazil, we ceased consolidating the operations of SMART Brazil in our financial statements as of the November 29, 2023 disposal date. As a result, financial information for the first quarter of 2024 includes the four-month period for our SMART Brazil operations from August 1, 2023 to November 29, 2023.
Overview
At SGH, we power growth and expand possibilities by continually investing in our people, innovation and new opportunities. Our diverse lines of businesses – across computing, memory and LED lighting solutions – all focus on serving customers by delivering engineer-driven technology solutions to specialty end markets. SGH serves as a foundation and a support for eachFor an overview of our businesses, while also empowering them to deliver their own unique solutions to their customers to unlock avenues for growth and technological advancement.
Sincebusiness, see “PART I – Item 1. Business” of our inception over 30 years ago, SGH has grown into a diversified group of businesses focusedAnnual Report on the design and manufacture of specialty solutionsForm 10-K for the computing, memory and LED markets. Our success is based on a customer-focused approach characterized by a commitment to quality, advanced technical expertise, quick time-to-market, build-to-order flexibility and excellence in customer service.
In addition to driving growth organically and through acquisitions, we use the SGH operating system to support and drive operational efficiency and performance. SGH’s Operating System incorporates best practices to ensure our business lines are empowered to deliver for our customers consistently and efficiently.

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fiscal year ended August 25, 2023.
Recent Event – Divestiture of SMART Brazil
On June 13,November 29, 2023, we entered into a Stock Purchase Agreement (the “Purchase Agreement”), by and among SMART Modular Technologies (LX) S.à.r.l., a société à responsabilité limitée governed by the laws of Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
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andcompleted our wholly owned subsidiary (“Seller”), Lexar Europe B.V., a company organized under the laws of The Netherlands (“Purchaser”), Shenzhen Longsys Electronics Co., Ltd., a company limited by shares governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China (“Longsys”), solely with respect to certain provisions therein, Shanghai Intelligent Memory Semiconductor Co., Ltd., a limited liability company governed by the laws of the People’s Republic of China (“Parent Funding Entity”), and, solely with respect to certain provisions therein, SGH, for the intended sale of its standards-based modules assembly and test business in Brazil. The transaction, which was approved by our Board of Directors and the Board of Directors of Seller, is expected to close by the end of calendar year 2023.
Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, among other matters, and subject to the satisfaction or waiver of the conditions set forth therein, Seller will sell to Purchaser, and Purchaser will purchase from Seller, 81% of Seller’s right, title and interest in and to the outstanding quotaspreviously announced divestiture of SMART Modular Technologies do Brasil – Indústria e Comercio de Componentes Ltda., a sociedade limitada governed by the laws of Brazil (“SMART Brazil”) to Lexar Europe B.V., an affiliate of Shenzhen Longsys Electronics Co. Ltd.
SMART Brazil operates as a stand-alone business which assembles and tests modules for electronics manufacturers that sell devices to Brazilian consumers. In line with Seller retaining a 19%our strategic priorities, the majority divestiture of our standards-based, commodity module business in Brazil will enable us to focus on our strategy of delivering high-performance, high availability solutions to our enterprise customers. This transaction also strengthens our financial position, enabling us to increase our strategic investments into domestic research and development and U.S.-based production of advanced technologies.
Presentation of SMART Brazil as Discontinued Operations: On June 13, 2023, we entered into an agreement to divest of an 81% interest in SMART Brazil (the “Retained Interest”) (the “Acquisition”).
Pursuant toBrazil. We concluded that, as of August 25, 2023, (i) the terms of, and subject to the conditions specified in, the Purchase Agreement, upon consummation of the Acquisition (the “Closing”), Purchaser will pay to Seller (based on a total enterprise value of $205.0 million for SMART Brazil) consideration consisting of (i) an upfront cash purchase price of $137.7 million on a cash-free, debt-free basis and subject to certain customary adjustments as set forth in the Purchase Agreement, (ii) a deferred cash purchase price of $28.4 million eighteen months following the Closing and (iii) subject to and at the time of exercise of the Put/Call Option (as defined below), an additional cash payment equal to 19% of the amountnet assets of SMART Brazil’sBrazil met the criteria for classification as held for sale and (ii) the proposed sale represented a strategic shift that was expected to have a major effect on our operations and financial results. On November 29, 2023, we completed the divestiture. The balance sheets, results of operations and cash at the Closing (as calculated pursuant to the Purchase Agreement) minus the amountflows of SMART Brazil’s indebtedness at the Closing (as calculated pursuant to the Purchase Agreement).
Pursuant to the Purchase Agreement, at Closing,Brazil have been presented as discontinued operations for all periods presented. SMART Brazil Seller, Purchaser, and Longsys will enter into a Quotaholders Agreement, which will provide Seller with a put option to sell the Retained Interest in SMART Brazil (the “Put Option”) during three exercise windows following its fiscal years ending July 31, 2026, July 31, 2027 or July 31, 2028 (the “Exercise Windows”), with such Exercise Windows beginning on January 15, 2027 and ending on February 15, 2027, beginning on January 15, 2028 and ending on February 15, 2028 and beginning on January 15, 2029 and ending on February 15, 2029, respectively. A call option has also been granted to Purchaser to require Seller to sell the Retained Interest during the Exercise Windows (the “Call Option,” together with the Put Option, the “Put/Call Option”). The price for the Put/Call Option is based on a 100% enterprise value of 7.5x net income for SMART Brazil for the preceding fiscal year at the time of exercise. The Quotaholders Agreement also provides, among other things, for certain governance and approval rights among the parties thereto.
The consummation of the Acquisition is subject to customary conditions to Closing, including, among others, (i) completion of filings for outbound direct investment with the Division of Development and Reform in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lin-gang Special Area Administration and the Division of Finance and Trade Development in the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone Lin-gang Special Area Administration, and completion of foreign exchange registration with a qualified bank authorized by the Municipal Administration of Foreign Exchange in Shanghai (the “China Outbound Approvals”) and (ii) approval of the transactions contemplated by the Purchase Agreement by Longsys’ shareholders (the “Longsys Shareholder Approval”).
The Purchase Agreement contains customary termination rights, including the right for Seller or Purchaser to terminate the Purchase Agreement if the Closing shall not have occurred by December 10, 2023. Purchaser shall pay a $8.0 million termination fee to Seller if the transaction is terminated due to a failure to obtain the China Outbound Approvals or the Longsys Shareholder Approval and other specified circumstances, which termination fee may be increased to $12.0 million over time.was previously included within our Memory Solutions segment.
See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Subsequent Event.Divestiture of SMART Brazil.
Acquisition of Stratus Technologies
On August 29, 2022, we completed the acquisition of Storm Private Holdings I Ltd., a Cayman Islands exempted company (“Stratus Holding Company” and together(together with its subsidiaries, “Stratus Technologies”). Stratus Technologies, which operates as part of IPS, is a global leader in simplified, protected, and autonomous computing platforms and services in the data center and at the Edge. For more than 40 years, Stratus Technologies has provided high-availability, fault-tolerant computing to Fortune 500 companies and small-to-medium sized businesses enabling them to securely and remotely run critical applications with minimal downtime.
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At the closing, weSGH paid a cash purchase price of $225 million, subject to certain adjustments. In addition, the seller hashad the right to receive, and we will beSGH was obligated to pay, contingent consideration of up to $50 million (the “Earnout”“Stratus Earnout”) based on the gross profit performance of the Stratus Technologies business during the first full 12 fiscal months of Stratus Technologies following the closing. Pursuant toclosing of the termsacquisition. Throughout 2023, we adjusted the fair value of the Stratus Purchase Agreement,Earnout by an aggregate of $29.0 million and, as of August 25, 2023, current liabilities included $50.0 million for the amount payable in connection with the Stratus Earnout. In the second quarter of 2024, we had the option to settle the Earnout amount owedpaid in full $50.0 million related to the Seller, if any, in cash, ordinary shares of SGH, or a mix of cash and ordinary shares of SGH. On June 28, 2023, we provided notice to the Seller of our election to settle the Earnout in cash. Stratus Earnout.
See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Business Acquisition – Stratus Technologies.”
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Factors Affecting Our Operating Performance
COVID-19. The outbreak of coronavirus disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) has resulted in substantial loss of life, economic disruption and government intervention worldwide. The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in reduced sales volumes of certain of our product lines since early calendar 2020. COVID-19 also disrupted our product development, marketing and corporate development activities, and has more recently affected our supply chain. If these conditions continue, or if we have an outbreak in any of our facilities, sales volumes may be negatively impacted and we may, among other issues, experience, in any or all product lines, delays in product development, a decreased ability to support our customers, disruptions in sales and manufacturing activities and overall reduced productivity each of which could have a negative impact on our ability to meet customer commitments and on our revenue and profitability. The reduction of investment in new capacity due to the pandemic, coupled with strong demand to expand delivery and logistics, internet and cloud services, has resulted in significant supply shortages that may impact our ability to manufacture products for our customers and may result in rising prices of the materials we need to manufacture our products. We may not be able to pass on these rising costs to our customers which could result in a negative impact to our gross margins. Furthermore, if there is a significant outbreak or if travel restrictions or stay-at-home or work remote or from home conditions or other governmental or voluntary restrictions relating to the COVID-19 pandemic significantly impact our suppliers’ ability to manufacture or deliver raw materials or provide key components or services, we could experience more delays or reductions in our ability to manufacture and ship products to our customers. While certain segments of our customer base are experiencing strong demand, the pandemic may negatively impact the demand for other segments for our customer base or those customers’ ability to manufacture their products, which could reduce their demand for our products or services.
Macro-Economic Demand Factors. Our business segments each have their own unique set of demand factors. Demand in our Memory Solutions group is driven by end-market demand from OEMs for customer-specific solutions in vertical markets such as industrial, government, networking, high-performance compute and enterprise storage, as well as from OEMsemerging demand for memory modules used in desktophigher density and notebook computers, smartphones, IoT and SSD products in Brazil. In addition, macro-economic factors specific to the Brazil economy affect this segment, given our sales and operations in that market.greater bandwidth solutions for AI deployments. Our IPS business is driven by demand for high compute solutions across AI and machine learning initiatives, as well as traditional workload optimization and efficiency applications. Finally, demand for our LED products is derived from targeted end-market applications, such as general high-power and mid-power lighting and specialty lighting, such asincluding video and horticulture applications. We believe our diversified business segments may provide a natural hedge against downturns in any particular industry although broader macro-economic trends, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, can adversely affect all three segments concurrently.
Shifts in the Mix of Our Revenue. Shifts in the mix of revenue from our operating segments, which can vary significantly from period to period, can impact our business and operating results, including gross and operating margins. For example, our Memory Solutions group, while not party to long-term fixed purchasing commitments, has nonetheless historically seen relatively stable demand and margins. By contrast, our IPS group has shown solid growth, but is subject to greater variability in its sales and margin profile from period to period, as recognition of revenue is tied to customer decisions as to the completion of delivery and system go-live events and margin is driven by the extent to which higher margin software and managed services comprise IPS sales. Our resource commitments and planning for each segment are relatively fixed in the short term, and as such, variability in expected revenue mix will have direct implications for our operating income and margins.
Our Ability to Identify, Complete and Successfully Integrate Acquisitions. A substantial portion of our growth over the last several years has been driven by acquisitions, and we intend to continue to use corporate development as an engine for growth. Within our existing segments, we plan to pursue acquisitions to expand features and functionality, expand into adjacent businesses and grow our customer base and geographic footprint. From time to time, we may seek to expand our addressable market by entering new business segments where, as we did with our LED business and our recently acquired Stratus Technologies business, we identify a business opportunity at scale with a path to being accretive to our overall operations in the near term. If we are unable to identify and complete attractive acquisitions, we may not be successful in
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growing our revenue and/or expanding our margins. Any acquisitions we do complete may require us to incur debt or raise capital through equity financings or may subject us to unforeseen liabilities or operational challenges that in turn impede our ability to realize the expected returns on our investment.
Disruptions in Our Supply Chain May Adversely Affect Our Businesses. We depend on third-party suppliers for key components of our products, such as commodity DRAM components from offshore foundries that we use in our specialty memory products and third-party wafers that we use in our memory and LED businesses. We have adopted this “Fab-Light” business model to reduce our capital expenditures and operating expenses, while affording greater flexibility in adapting to shifts in demand and other market trends. Our Fab-Light business model has contributed significantly to margin expansion in our overall business. However, our reliance on third-party manufacturers exposes us to risk of supply chain disruption and lost business. For example, the recent global semiconductor shortage has adversely affected our operating results. In addition, the recent high demand for, and limited supply of, AI components globally, can affect our sourcing of these components and affect timing of deployments. If such disruptions worsen or are prolonged, or if there is meaningful disruption in our supply arrangement with any of our third-party suppliers, our operating results and financial condition could be adversely affected.
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Results of Operations
Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net sales:Net sales:   
Memory Solutions
Memory Solutions
Memory SolutionsMemory Solutions$148,370 38.7 %$265,850 57.5 %$491,473 38.5 %$765,332 55.4 %$83,297 29.2 29.2 %$110,339 28.4 28.4 %$168,965 30.2 30.2 %$228,625 29.3 29.3 %
Intelligent Platform SolutionsIntelligent Platform Solutions170,854 44.6 %95,345 20.6 %604,276 47.3 %296,256 21.4 %Intelligent Platform Solutions141,405 49.6 49.6 %222,451 57.3 57.3 %260,229 46.5 46.5 %$433,422 55.6 55.6 %
LED SolutionsLED Solutions64,106 16.7 %101,345 21.9 %182,233 14.3 %320,067 23.2 %LED Solutions60,119 21.1 21.1 %55,587 14.3 14.3 %129,874 23.2 23.2 %$118,127 15.1 15.1 %
Total net salesTotal net sales383,330 100.0 %462,540 100.0 %1,277,982 100.0 %1,381,655 100.0 %Total net sales284,821 100.0 100.0 %388,377 100.0 100.0 %559,068 100.0 100.0 %$780,174 100.0 100.0 %
Cost of salesCost of sales284,687 74.3 %348,077 75.3 %950,548 74.4 %1,032,278 74.7 %Cost of sales202,887 71.2 71.2 %277,369 71.4 71.4 %394,284 70.5 70.5 %$557,068 71.4 71.4 %
Gross profitGross profit98,643 25.7 %114,463 24.7 %327,434 25.6 %349,377 25.3 %Gross profit81,934 28.8 28.8 %111,008 28.6 28.6 %164,784 29.5 29.5 %$223,106 28.6 28.6 %
 
Operating expenses:Operating expenses: 
Operating expenses:
Operating expenses:
Research and development
Research and development
Research and developmentResearch and development22,235 5.8 %20,298 4.4 %72,956 5.7 %56,749 4.1 %20,526 7.2 7.2 %25,272 6.5 6.5 %41,915 7.5 7.5 %49,344 6.3 6.3 %
Selling, general and administrativeSelling, general and administrative70,596 18.4 %58,483 12.6 %204,389 16.0 %164,147 11.9 %Selling, general and administrative61,385 21.6 21.6 %60,074 15.5 15.5 %118,602 21.2 21.2 %127,782 16.4 16.4 %
Impairment of goodwillImpairment of goodwill— — %— — %17,558 1.4 %— — %Impairment of goodwill— — — %17,558 4.5 4.5 %— — — %17,558 2.3 2.3 %
Change in fair value of contingent considerationChange in fair value of contingent consideration14,800 3.9 %124 — %24,900 1.9 %41,324 3.0 %Change in fair value of contingent consideration— — — %6,400 1.6 1.6 %— — — %10,100 1.3 1.3 %
Other operating (income) expenseOther operating (income) expense(186)— %249 0.1 %6,009 0.5 %249 — %Other operating (income) expense3,335 1.2 1.2 %3,781 1.0 1.0 %6,274 1.1 1.1 %5,552 0.7 0.7 %
Total operating expensesTotal operating expenses107,445 28.0 %79,154 17.1 %325,812 25.5 %262,469 19.0 %Total operating expenses85,246 29.9 29.9 %113,085 29.1 29.1 %166,791 29.8 29.8 %210,336 27.0 27.0 %
Operating income (loss)Operating income (loss)(8,802)(2.3)%35,309 7.6 %1,622 0.1 %86,908 6.3 %Operating income (loss)(3,312)(1.2)(1.2)%(2,077)(0.5)(0.5)%(2,007)(0.4)(0.4)%12,770 1.6 1.6 %
 
Non-operating (income) expense:Non-operating (income) expense: 
Non-operating (income) expense:
Non-operating (income) expense:
Interest expense, net
Interest expense, net
Interest expense, netInterest expense, net8,059 2.1 %5,110 1.1 %24,102 1.9 %14,678 1.1 %7,249 2.5 2.5 %9,430 2.4 2.4 %16,808 3.0 3.0 %17,924 2.3 2.3 %
Other non-operating (income) expenseOther non-operating (income) expense514 0.1 %550 0.1 %13,183 1.0 %3,570 0.3 %Other non-operating (income) expense248 0.1 0.1 %13,307 3.4 3.4 %(328)(0.1)(0.1)%11,945 1.5 1.5 %
Total non-operating (income) expenseTotal non-operating (income) expense8,573 2.2 %5,660 1.2 %37,285 2.9 %18,248 1.3 %Total non-operating (income) expense7,497 2.6 2.6 %22,737 5.9 5.9 %16,480 2.9 2.9 %29,869 3.8 3.8 %
Income (loss) before taxesIncome (loss) before taxes(17,375)(4.5)%29,649 6.4 %(35,663)(2.8)%68,660 5.0 %Income (loss) before taxes(10,809)(3.8)(3.8)%(24,814)(6.4)(6.4)%(18,487)(3.3)(3.3)%(17,099)(2.2)(2.2)%
 
Income tax provision6,702 1.7 %5,154 1.1 %9,876 0.8 %20,495 1.5 %
Income tax provision (benefit)
Income tax provision (benefit)
Income tax provision (benefit)2,198 0.8 %8,149 2.1 %5,732 1.0 %19,471 2.5 %
Net income (loss) from continuing operationsNet income (loss) from continuing operations(13,007)(4.6)%(32,963)(8.5)%(24,219)(4.3)%(36,570)(4.7)%
Net income (loss) from discontinued operationsNet income (loss) from discontinued operations— — %6,177 1.6 %(8,148)(1.5)%15,108 1.9 %
Net income (loss)Net income (loss)(24,077)(6.3)%24,495 5.3 %(45,539)(3.6)%48,165 3.5 %Net income (loss)(13,007)(4.6)(4.6)%(26,786)(6.9)(6.9)%(32,367)(5.8)(5.8)%(21,462)(2.8)(2.8)%
Net income attributable to noncontrolling interestNet income attributable to noncontrolling interest378 0.1 %382 0.1 %1,143 0.1 %1,567 0.1 %Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest613 0.2 0.2 %433 0.1 0.1 %1,174 0.2 0.2 %765 0.1 0.1 %
Net income (loss) attributable to SGHNet income (loss) attributable to SGH$(24,455)(6.4)%$24,113 5.2 %$(46,682)(3.7)%$46,598 3.4 %Net income (loss) attributable to SGH$(13,620)(4.8)(4.8)%$(27,219)(7.0)(7.0)%$(33,541)(6.0)(6.0)%$(22,227)(2.9)(2.9)%
Percentages represent percentage of total net sales. Summations of percentages may not compute precisely due to rounding.
Net Sales, Cost of Sales and Gross Profit
Net sales decreased by $79.2$103.6 million, or 17.1%26.7%, in the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $103.7$221.1 million, or 7.5%28.3%, for the first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year. These decreases were primarily due to lower sales in both our IPS and Memory Solutions andbusinesses, partially offset by higher LED Solutions businesses, offset by strong performance from IPS.sales. IPS net sales increaseddecreased by $75.5$81.0 million, or 79.2%36.4%, and by $308.0$173.2 million, or 104.0%40.0%, in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same periods in the prior year, respectively, primarily due to higher sales in our Penguin Solutions business and from $46.0 million and $131.9 million, respectively, of revenue from our recent
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acquisition of Stratus Technologies.lower hardware sales. Memory Solutions sales decreased by $117.5$27.0 million, or 44.2%24.5%, and by $273.9$59.7 million, or 35.8%26.1%, in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same periods in the prior year, respectively, primarily due to lower sales volumes of DRAM products, as well as lower sales volumes of mobile memory products in Brazil.Flash products. LED Solutions sales decreasedincreased by $37.2$4.5 million, or 36.7%8.2%, and by $137.8$11.7 million, or 43.1%9.9%, in the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same periods in the prior year, respectively, primarily due to lower customerhigher channel demand.
Cost of sales decreased by $63.4$74.5 million, or 18.2%26.9%, in the thirdsecond quarter of 2023,2024, compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $81.7$162.8 million, or 7.9%29.2%, for the first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year. Memory SolutionsIPS and LEDMemory Solutions segments had lower material cost from lower sales which were offset by additionaland lower other costs from the operations of our recently-acquired Stratus Technologies business.initiatives that resulted in additional savings.
Gross margin increased to 25.7%28.8% in the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 compared to 24.7%28.6% in the same period in the prior year,2023, and was relatively flatto 29.5% for the first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to 28.6% in the same period in 2022,2023, primarily due to lower sales and gross profits for our Memory Solutions and LED Solutions businesses, partially offset by strengthfavorable mix from higher service revenue in our IPS business, which included higher margins of our recently-acquired Stratus Technologies business.
Approximately 12% and 25% of our net sales in the first nine months of 2023 and 2022, respectively, were from our Brazil operations.
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Change in Accounting Estimate: During the first quarter of 2023, we completed an assessment of the estimated useful lives of our manufacturing equipment. Based on that assessment, we revised the estimated useful lives from five years to eight years as of the beginning of the first quarter of 2023. The change reduced our non-cash depreciation expense for the first nine months of 2023 by approximately $7.9 million, which resulted in aggregate reductions of $7.6 million in cost of sales and research and development expense and a reduction of $0.2 million in the cost of our inventories as of the end of the third quarter of 2023.
Non-GAAP Measure of Segment Operating Income
Below is a table of our operating income, measured on a non-GAAP basis, which ourSGH management uses to supplement SGH’s financial results under GAAP to analyze its operations and make decisions as to future operational plans. Our managementplans and believes that this supplemental non-GAAP information is useful to investors in analyzing and assessing ourthe Company’s past and future operating performance. These non-GAAP measures exclude certain items, such as share-based compensation expense,expense; amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets (consisting of amortization of developed technology, customer relationships, trademarks/trade names and backlog acquired in connection with business combinations),; acquisition-related inventory adjustments, acquisition-related expenses, restructure chargesadjustments; diligence, acquisition and integration expenses, impairment of goodwill,expense; restructure charges; changes in the fair value of contingent consideration (gains) losses from changes in currency exchange rates, amortization of debt discount and other costs, gain (loss) on extinguishment of debt, other infrequent or unusual items and related tax effects and other tax adjustments.items. While amortization of acquisition-related intangible assets is excluded, the revenuesrevenue from acquired companies is reflected in our non-GAAP measures and these intangible assets contribute to revenue generation. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Segment and Other Information.”
Non-GAAP financial measures should not be considered as a substitute for, or superior to, measures of financial performance prepared in accordance with GAAP, as they exclude important information about our financial results, as noted above. The presentation of these adjusted amounts varies from amounts presented in accordance with GAAP and therefore may not be comparable to amounts reported by other companies.
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Three Months EndedNine Months Ended
May 26, 2023May 27, 2022May 26, 2023May 27, 2022
Three Months EndedThree Months EndedSix Months Ended
March 1,
2024
March 1,
2024
February 24, 2023March 1,
2024
February 24, 2023
GAAP operating income (loss)GAAP operating income (loss)$(8,802)$35,309 $1,622 $86,908 
Share-based compensation expenseShare-based compensation expense10,031 10,547 30,838 30,295 
Amortization of acquisition-related intangiblesAmortization of acquisition-related intangibles11,609 5,943 33,282 18,115 
Flow-through of inventory step upFlow-through of inventory step up— — 2,599 — 
Cost of sales-related restructureCost of sales-related restructure211 — 5,763 — 
Acquisition and integration expenses8,637 2,181 18,193 3,470 
Diligence, acquisition and integration expense
Impairment of goodwillImpairment of goodwill— — 17,558 — 
Change in fair value of contingent considerationChange in fair value of contingent consideration14,800 124 24,900 41,324 
Restructure chargeRestructure charge(186)249 6,009 249 
OtherOther— (81)1,800 496 
Non-GAAP operating incomeNon-GAAP operating income$36,300 $54,272 $142,564 $180,857 
Non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segment:Non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segment:   
Non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segment:
Non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segment:
Memory Solutions
Memory Solutions
Memory SolutionsMemory Solutions$11,284 $30,094 $46,859 $99,260 
Intelligent Platform SolutionsIntelligent Platform Solutions25,798 10,790 97,942 32,672 
LED SolutionsLED Solutions(782)13,388 (2,237)48,925 
Total non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segmentTotal non-GAAP operating income (loss) by segment$36,300 $54,272 $142,564 $180,857 
Memory Solutions operating income decreased by $18.8$14.4 million, or 62.5%70.5%, in the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $52.4$26.2 million, or 52.8%66.5%, in the first ninesix months of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to lower sales and gross profit.
IPS operating income increased by $15.0 million, or 139.1%, in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $65.3 million, or 199.8%, in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to higher sales and margins from our Penguin Solutions business and strong performance from our recently-acquired Stratus Technologies business, partially offset by higher operating expenses from the Stratus Technologies business and higher personnel-related expenses for increased headcount to support IPS’ revenue growth.
LED Solutions operating income decreased by $14.2 million, or 105.8%, in the third quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $51.2 million, or 104.6%, in the first nine months of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to lower sales and gross profit fromdue to lower sales volumes of Flash products.
IPS operating income decreased by $14.4 million, or 39.2%, in the second quarter of 2024 compared to same period in the prior year, and by $29.4 million, or 42.3%, in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to lower sales from our Penguin Solutions business, partially offset by lower operating expenses mainly driven by personnel-related expenses due to lower headcount.
LED Solutions operating loss increased by $0.6 million, or 46.1%, in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in the prior year, and decreased by $1.7 million, or 88.7% in the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to changes in sales and gross profit resulting from channel demand.
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Operating and Non-operating (Income) Expense
Research and Development
Research and development expense increaseddecreased by $1.9$4.7 million, or 9.5%18.8%, in the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $16.2$7.4 million, or 28.6%15.1%, for the first ninesix months of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to expenses associated with our recently-acquired Stratus Technologies business and a decrease of $3.0 million and $10.9 million, respectively, in the Brazil financial credits, which are reflected as a reduction of research and development expenses. The first nine months of 2023 also had lower personnel-related expenses.subcontract services mainly driven by Penguin Solutions.
Selling, General and Administrative
Selling, general and administrative expense increased by $12.1$1.3 million, or 20.7%2.2%, in the thirdsecond quarter of 2023 compared to the same period in the prior year, and by $40.2 million, or 24.5%, for the first nine months of 20232024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to higher diligence expenses, associated with our recently-acquired Stratus Technologies businesspartially offset by lower personnel-related expenses mainly driven by headcount reductions. Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased by $9.2 million, or 7.2%, for the first six months of 2024 compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to lower personnel-related expenses, mainly driven by headcount reductions, as well as higherlower acquisition and integration expenses.
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Selling, general and administrative expense in the first six months of 2024 and 2023 included costs of $6.7 million and $9.6 million, respectively, associated with the diligence, acquisition and integration of executed and potential business combinations. We anticipate that these activities will continue into future quarters.
Impairment of Goodwill
During the second quarter of 2023, we initiated a plan pursuant to which we intend to wind down manufacturing and discontinue the sale of certain legacy products offered through our Penguin Edge business by approximately the end of calendar 2024. In connection therewithWe recorded impairment charges of $17.6 million and with the preparation of the financial statements included in our Quarterly Report for the fiscal quarter ended February 24, 2023, we assessed goodwill associated with our Penguin Edge business within our IPS segment and concluded it was partially impaired. As a result, we recorded an impairment charge of $17.6$1.5 million in the second quarterand fourth quarters of 2023, relatedrespectively, to our IPS segment. As ofimpair the end of the third quarter of 2023, there was no further impairmentcarrying value of Penguin Edge goodwill. However, weWe currently anticipate that the remaining goodwill of the Penguin Edge reporting unit of $17.6$16.1 million as of the end of the thirdsecond quarter of 20232024 may become further impaired in future periods. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Intangible Assets and Goodwill – Impairment of Penguin Edge Goodwill.”
Change in Fair Value of Contingent Consideration
Our acquisitionsacquisition of Stratus Technologies in the first quarter of 2023 and our LED Business in the third quarter of 2021 each included contingent consideration. We estimateestimated the fair value of the contingent consideration as of the date of acquisition and subsequently recognizerecognized changes in the fair value in results of operations. DuringIn the thirdsecond quarter and first ninesix months of 2023, we recorded charges of $14.8$6.4 million and $24.9$10.1 million, respectively, to adjust the fair value of the contingent consideration from our acquisitionconsideration. As of August 25, 2023, current liabilities included $50.0 million for the amount payable for the Stratus Technologies. DuringEarnout, which we paid in full in the thirdsecond quarter and first nine months of 2022, we recorded charges of $0.1 million and $41.3 million, respectively, to adjust the fair value of the contingent consideration from our acquisition of the LED business.2024. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Business Acquisition – Stratus Technologies.”
Other Operating (Income) Expense
Other operating expense in the first ninesix months of 2024 and 2023 included restructure charges of $6.0$6.3 million and $5.6 million, respectively, primarily for employee severance costs and other benefits resulting from workforce reductions, the elimination of certain projects across our businesses and other costs associated with the wind down of our Penguin Edge business. We anticipate that these activities will continue into future quarters and anticipate recording additional restructure charges.
Interest Expense, Net
Net interest expense increaseddecreased by $2.9 million and $9.4$1.1 million in the third quarter and first ninesix months of 2023, respectively,2024 compared to the same periodsperiod in the prior year, primarily due to higher interest income resulting from higher cash balances, partially offset by higher interest expense from the Amended 2027 TLA Credit Facility.TLA.
Other Non-operating (Income) Expense
Other non-operating (income) expense in the second quarter and first six months of 2023 consisted primarily of a $15.9 million loss on the extinguishment of debt, partially offset, in the first six months of 2023, by $3.0 million gain on disposition of assets. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Debt.”
Other Non-operating (Income) Expense
Other non-operating (income) expense in the first nine months of 2023 included losses of $15.9 million from the extinguishment of debt, partially offset by net gains of $3.1 million from the disposition of assets. In the second quarter of 2023, we recognized a loss in connection with the extinguishment of $150.0 million of our 2026 Notes. In addition, the first nine months of 2023 included net foreign currency losses of $1.1 million compared to $3.5 million from the same period in the prior year. SeeExpense” and “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Debt – Convertible Senior Notes – Convertible Senior Notes Exchange” and “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Other Non-operating (Income) Expense.Exchange.
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Income Tax Provision (Benefit)
Income tax provision forin the thirdsecond quarter and in the first six months of 2023 increased2024 decreased by $1.5$6.0 million and by $13.7 million, respectively, as compared to the same periodperiods in the prior year, primarily due to an increasea decrease in profit before tax in jurisdictions subject to income tax.
Our effective tax rate was (20.3)% and (31.0)% in the second quarter and first six months of 2024, respectively, and differed from the U.S. profits. Incomestatutory rate primarily due to losses generated in a jurisdiction where no tax provision forbenefit can be recognized and to withholding taxes and state income taxes. Our effective tax rate was (32.8)% and (113.9)% in the second quarter and first ninesix months of 2023, decreased by $10.6 million compared torespectively and differed from the same period in the prior year,U.S. statutory rate primarily due to current year losses generated in certain of our foreign operations, offset by increase in U.S. taxable profits. a jurisdiction where no tax benefit can be recognized.
See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Income Taxes.”
Net Income (Loss) From Discontinued Operations
As discussed above, we have presented the results of SMART Brazil as discontinued operations in our consolidated statements of operations for all periods presented. As of August 25, 2023, SMART Brazil was classified as held for sale. Accordingly, in 2023 we evaluated the carrying value of the net assets of SMART Brazil (including $206.3 million recognized within shareholders’ equity related to the cumulative translation adjustment from SMART Brazil), estimated costs to sell and expected proceeds and concluded the net assets were impaired. As a result, we recognized an impairment charge of $153.0 million in 2023 to write down the carrying value of the net assets of SMART Brazil. In addition, we concluded that the outside basis of SMART Brazil inclusive of any withholding taxes should be recognized upon the classification as held for sale as of August 25, 2023. Accordingly, we recognized withholding taxes on the expected capital gain and deferred tax liabilities of $28.6 million in 2023. In the first quarter of 2024, we completed the divestiture, and in connection therewith, recognized an additional loss of $8.9 million.
See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Divestiture of SMART Brazil.”
Liquidity and Capital Resources
As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, we had cash, and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $401.3$465.8 million, of which $126.9$348.6 million was held by subsidiaries outside of the United States. Our principal uses of cash and capital resources have been acquisitions, debt service requirements, capital expenditures, research and development expenditures and working capital requirements. We expect that future capital
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expenditures will focus on expanding our research and development activities, manufacturing equipment upgrades, acquisitions and IT infrastructure and software upgrades. Cash and cash equivalents generally consist of funds held in demand deposit accounts, money market funds and time deposits. We do not enter intoacquire investments for trading or speculative purposes.
We expect that our existing cash and cash equivalents, borrowings available under our credit facilities and cash generated by operating activities will be sufficient to fund our operations for at least the next twelve months. We may from time to time seek additional equity or debt financing. Any future equity financing may be dilutive to our existing investors, and any future debt financing may include debt service requirements and financial and other restrictive covenants that may constrain our operations and growth strategies. In the event that we seek additional financing, we may not be able to raise such financing on terms acceptable to us or at all. If we are unable to raise additional capital or generate cash flows necessary to expand our operations and invest in continued product innovation, we may not be able to compete successfully, which would harm our business, operations and financial condition.
Credit Facility
On August 29, 2022, we amendedWe expect that our existing cash and cash equivalents, short-term investments, borrowings available under our credit facilityfacilities and borrowedcash generated by operating activities will be sufficient to fund our operations for at least the next twelve months.
Divestiture of SMART Brazil: On November 29, 2023, we completed the previously announced divestiture of SMART Brazil. In connection with the divestiture, we sold an additional $30081% interest and retained a 19% interest in SMART Brazil. At the closing of the transaction, we received $143.0 million which amount was added to our existing term loan. The incremental term loans are onin cash from the same terms as the term loans incurred under the original credit agreement.sale (which includes gross proceeds of $164.5 million less withholding taxes of $21.5 million). In addition, we amended certain covenants underhave the amended credit agreement. Inright to receive a deferred payment of $28.4 million eighteen months following the first quarter of 2023, we applied a portion of the proceeds of the incremental term loans to (i) finance a portion of the purchase price of the acquisition of Stratus Technologies and (ii) pay in full the $101.8 million outstanding under the LED Earnout Note.closing. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Debt – Credit Facility.Divestiture of SMART Brazil.
Convertible Senior Notes
On January 18, 2023, we entered into separate, privately negotiated exchange agreements with a limited number of holders of our 2026 Notes to exchange $150.0 million principal amount of our 2026 Notes for (i) $150.0 million in aggregate principal amount of new 2.00% Convertible Senior Notes due 2029 and (ii) an aggregate of approximately $15.6 million in cash, with such cash payment representing the premium paid for the 2026 Notes in excess of par value and accrued and unpaid interest on the 2026 Notes. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Debt – Convertible Senior Notes – Convertible Notes Exchange.”
On August 26, 2022, we irrevocably elected (i) to eliminate our option to elect Physical Settlement (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) on any conversion of our 2026 Notes that occurs on or after August 27, 2022 and (ii) with respect to any Combination Settlement (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) for a conversion of the 2026 Notes, the Specified Dollar Amount (as defined in the 2026 Indenture) that will be settled in cash per $1,000 principal amount of the 2026 Notes shall be no lower than $1,000. As a result of our election, upon any conversion of the 2026 Notes, we will be required to pay cash in an amount at least equal to the principal portion while continuing to have the option to settle any amount in excess of the principal portion in cash and/or ordinary shares. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Debt – Convertible Senior Notes – 2026 Notes.”
Acquisition of Stratus Technologies
Earnout:On August 29, 2022, we completed our previously announcedthe acquisition of Stratus Technologies. At the closing of the transaction (including in connection with the completion of the review of the working capital assets acquired and liabilities assumed), we paid the sellerStratus Seller a cash purchase price of $225 million, subject to certain adjustments.$242.2 million. In addition, the seller hasStratus Seller had the
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right to receive and we will be obligated to pay, contingent consideration of up to $50$50.0 million, based on the gross profit performance of Stratus Technologies during the first full 12 fiscal months following the closing. PursuantIn the second quarter of 2024, we paid in full $50.0 million related to the terms of the Stratus Purchase Agreement, we had the option to settle the Earnout amount owed to the Seller, if any, in cash, ordinary shares of SGH, or a mix of cash and ordinary shares of SGH. On June 28, 2023, we provided notice to the Seller of our election to settle the Earnout in cash. See “Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Business Acquisition – Stratus Technologies.”Earnout.
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Cash Flows
Nine Months Ended
May 26,
2023
May 27,
2022
Net cash provided by operating activities$67,588 $84,025 
Net cash used for investing activities(249,822)(30,044)
Net cash provided by financing activities217,714 108,210 
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates2,730 2,149 
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents$38,210 $164,340 
Six Months Ended
March 1,
2024
February 24,
2023
Net cash provided by (used for) operating activities from continuing operations$37,796 $(6,954)
Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations(8,146)(232,524)
Net cash provided by (used for) financing activities from continuing operations(86,302)222,472 
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents from discontinued operations90,097 28,908 
Effect of changes in currency exchange rates(1,180)1,917 
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents$32,265 $13,819 
Operating Activities: Cash flows from operating activities reflects net income, adjusted for certain non-cash items, including depreciation and amortization expense, share-based compensation, adjustments for changes in the fair value of contingent consideration, gains and losses from investing or financing activities, and from the effects of changes in operating assets and liabilities.
Net cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations in the first ninesix months of 20232024 resulted primarily from net loss of $45.5$24.2 million, adjusted for non-cash items of $156.5$59.4 million. Operating cash flows were adverselyfavorably affected by a $43.4$2.6 million net change in our operating assets and liabilities primarily from the effects of a decrease of $278.9$49.5 million in accounts receivable, partially offset by the payment of $29.0 million of contingent consideration related to our 2023 acquisition of Stratus Technologies and an increase of $21.1 million in other current assets. The decrease in accounts receivable was primarily due to lower gross sales in our IPS and Memory Solutions segments.
Net cash used for operating activities from continuing operations in the first six months of 2023 resulted primarily from net loss of $36.6 million, adjusted for non-cash items of $105.7 million. Operating cash flows were adversely affected by a $76.1 million net change in our operating assets and liabilities primarily from the effects of decreases of $174.7 million in accounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities and the payment of $73.7 million of contingent consideration related to our 2021 acquisition of the LED business, partially offset by the effect of decreasesa decrease of $194.5$172.0 million in accounts receivable and $104.6 million in inventories.receivable. The decreases in accounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities and in accounts receivable were primarily due to the timing of payments and receipts. The decrease in inventories was primarily due to lower sales in our Memory Solutions segment.
Net cash provided by operating activities in the first nine months of 2022 resulted primarily from net income of $48.2 million, adjusted for non-cash items of $128.8 million. Operating cash flows were adversely affected by a $93.0 million net change in our operating assets and liabilities primarily from the effects of an increase of $41.5 million in accounts receivable and a decrease of $54.2 million in accounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities. The increase in accounts receivable was primarily due to higher gross sales in our Memory Solutions and IPS segments, and the decrease in accounts payable and accrued expenses and other liabilities was primarily due to the lower inventories primarily in the same segments.
Investing Activities: Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations in the first ninesix months of 2024 consisted primarily of $9.9 million for capital expenditures and deposits on equipment.
Net cash used for investing activities from continuing operations in the first six months of 2023 consisted primarily of $213.1 million for the acquisition of Stratus Technologies and $37.5$19.7 million for purchases of propertycapital expenditures and deposits on equipment. Net cash used for investing activities in the first nine months of 2022 consisted primarily of purchases of property and equipment and deposits.
Financing Activities: Net cash used for financing activities from continuing operations in the first six months of 2024 consisted primarily of $51.6 million in repayments of debt, $21.0 million for payment of contingent consideration related to our 2023 acquisition of Stratus Technologies and $15.9 million of payments to acquire our ordinary shares (including $13.9 million under our share repurchase program), partially offset by $4.2 million in proceeds from the issuance of ordinary shares from our equity plans.
Net cash provided by financing activities from continuing operations in the first ninesix months of 2023 consisted primarily of $295.3 million in net proceeds from the issuance of a term loan and $8.4$4.3 million in proceeds from the issuance of ordinary shares, from our equity plans, partially offset by a $28.1 million for payment of contingent consideration related to our 2021 acquisition of the LED business, $17.1 million in repayments of debt, $16.9$16.2 million of payments to acquire our ordinary shares (including $13.8 million under our share repurchase program and convertible note exchange), $14.1 million for payment of premium in connection with our convertible note exchange, $7.2 million in principal repayment of the LED Purchase Price Note and $4.3 million net cash paid for settlement and purchase of privately-negotiated capped call transactions (“Capped Calls. Net cash provided by financing activities in the first nine months of 2022 consisted primarily of $270.8 million in net proceeds from the issuance of a term loan and $11.8 million in proceeds from the issuance of ordinary shares, partially offset by $125.0 million in principal repayment of the LED Purchase Price Note, $25.0 million in net repayments of borrowings under our line of credit and $16.8 million of payments to acquire our ordinary shares.Calls”).
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Critical Accounting Estimates
The preparation of these financial statements and related disclosures in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of AmericaU.S. GAAP requires management to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, expenses and related disclosures. Estimates and judgments are based on historical experience, forecasted events and various other assumptions that we believe to be reasonable under the circumstances. We evaluate our estimates and judgments on an ongoing basis.
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basis; however, actual results could differ from those estimates. Our management believes our critical accounting estimates require management’s most difficult, subjective or complex judgments and are critical in the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations. Our discussion of critical accounting estimates is intended to supplement our summary of significant accounting policies so that readers will have greater insight into the uncertainties involved in applying our critical accounting policies and estimates.
For a discussionsummary of our critical accounting estimates, see “PART II – Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations – Critical Accounting Estimates” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022.25, 2023. There have been no material changes to our critical accounting estimates from those described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022.25, 2023.
For a summary of our significant accounting policies, see “PART I. Financial Information – Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Significant Accounting Policies” of this Quarterly Report and “PART II – Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Significant Accounting Policies” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 25, 2023. There have been no material changes to our significant accounting policies from those described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 25, 2023.
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure About Market Risk
Foreign Exchange Risk
We are subject to inherent risks attributed to operating in a global economy. Our international sales and our operations in foreign countries subject us to risks associated with fluctuating currency values and exchange rates. Because a significant portion of our sales are denominated in U.S. dollars, increases in the value of the U.S. dollar could increase the price of our products so that they become relatively more expensive to customers in a particular country, possibly leading to a reduction in sales and profitability in that country. In addition, we have certain costs that are denominated in foreign currencies and decreases in the value of the U.S. dollar could result in increases in such costs, which could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations.
As a result of our international operations, we generate a portion of our net sales and incur a portion of our expenses in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, particularlysuch as the Brazilian real.Japanese Yen, Malaysian Ringgit and Chinese Renminbi. We present our consolidated financial statements in U.S. dollars and we translate theremeasure certain assets liabilities, net sales and expenses of a substantial portionliabilities of our foreign operations into U.S. dollars at applicable exchange rates. Consequently, increases or decreases in the value of the U.S. dollar may affect the value of these items with respect to our non-U.S. dollar businesses in our consolidated financial statements, even if their value has not changed in their local currency. Our customer pricing and material cost of sales are generally based on U.S. dollars. Accordingly, the impact of currency fluctuations to our consolidated statements of operations is primarily to our other costs of sales (i.e., non-material components) and our operating expenses as those items are typically denominated in local currency. Our consolidated statements of operations are also impacted by foreign currency gains and losses arising from transactions denominated in a currency other than the functional currency of the respective subsidiary.U.S. dollar. These translations could significantly affect the comparability of our results between financial periods or result in significant changes to the carrying value of our assets, liabilities and equity. As a result, changes in foreign currency exchange rates impact our reported results.
Approximately 12% and 25% of our net sales in the first nine months of 2023 and 2022, respectively, originated in Brazilian real. We utilize foreign exchange forward contracts to mitigate foreign currency exchange rate risk associated with foreign currency-denominated liabilities in Brazil, primarily third party payables. We do not use foreign currency contracts for speculative or trading purposes.
Based on our monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies as of May 26, 2023March 1, 2024 and August 26, 2022,25, 2023, we estimate that a 10% adverse change in exchange rates versus the U.S. dollar would result in losses recorded in non-operating (income) expense of $10.7$3.1 million and $5.8$1.6 million, respectively, to revalue these assets and liabilities.
Interest Rate Risk
We are subject to interest rate risk in connection with our variable-rate debt. As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, we had $558.9$500.0 million principal amount outstanding under the Amended 2027 TLA. In addition, our Amended Credit Agreement provides for borrowings of up to $250.0 million under the 2027 Revolver. Assuming that we would satisfy the financial covenants required to borrow and
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that the amounts available under the 2027 Revolver were fully drawn, a 1.0% increase in interest rates would result in an increase in annual interest expense, and a decrease in our cash flows, of $8.1$7.5 million per year.
We had cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments of $465.8 million as of March 1, 2024. We maintain our cash and cash equivalents in deposit accounts, money market funds with various financial institutions and in short-duration fixed income securities. Due to the short-term nature of these instruments, we believe that we do not have any material exposure to changes in the fair value of these investments as a result of changes in interest rates. Increases or decreases in interest rates would be expected to augment or reduce future interest income by an insignificant amount.
Item 4. Controls and Procedures
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
An evaluation was performed under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, of the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”)) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based upon that evaluation, our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of November 25, 2022March 1, 2024 to ensureprovide reasonable assurance that the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submits under the Exchange Act
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is (i) recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC rules and forms and (ii) accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures. There are inherent limitations to the effectiveness of any system of disclosure controls and procedures, including the possibility of human error and the circumvention or overriding of the controls and procedures. Accordingly, even effective disclosure controls and procedures can only provide reasonable assurance of achieving their control objectives.
Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting
During the thirdsecond quarter of fiscal 2023,2024, there were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting, as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act, that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
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PART II. Other Information
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
For a discussion of legal proceedings, see “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and “PART I. Financial Information – Item 1. Financial Statements – Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements – Commitments and Contingencies.Contingencies” and “Item 1A. Risk Factors.
Item 1A. Risk Factors
There have been no material changes to the risks described in “PART I – Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022, as updated in “PART II – Other Information – Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended February 24,25, 2023. You should carefully consider the risks and uncertainties and the other information in these reportsour Annual Report and in this Quarterly Report, including “PART I. Financial Information – Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” and our financial statements and related notes. Our business, financial condition or results of operations could be materially and adversely affected if any of these risks occurs and, as a result, the market price of our ordinary shares could decline and you could lose all or part of your investment.
This Quarterly Report also contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. See “Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements” for additional information. Our actual results could differ materially and adversely from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including the risks facing our companyCompany described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended August 26, 2022, our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended February 24, 2023 and this Quarterly Report.25, 2023.
Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
On April 5, 2022, we announced that our Board of Directors approved a $75 million share repurchase authorization, under which we may repurchase our outstanding ordinary shares from time to time through open market purchases, privately-negotiated transactions or otherwise. The share repurchase authorization has no expiration date but may be suspended or terminated by our Board of Directors at any time. On January 8, 2024, the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors approved an additional $75 million share repurchase authorization. As of May 26, 2023,March 1, 2024, the remaining aggregate dollar value of shares that may be repurchased under these authorizations was $16.6$77.7 million. No shares were repurchased
The following table sets forth information relating to repurchases of our equity securities during the third quarter of 2023.three months ended March 1, 2024:
PeriodTotal number of shares purchasedAverage price paid per shareTotal number of shares purchased as part of publicly announced plans or programsApproximate dollar value of shares that may yet be purchased under the plans or programs
December 2, 2023 – December 29, 202380,718 $17.36 80,718 $3,148,000 
December 30, 2023 – January 26, 202425,280 $17.80 25,280 $77,698,000 
January 27, 2024 – March 1, 2024— $— — $77,698,000 
105,998 $17.47 105,998 
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None.
Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures
Not applicable.
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Item 5. Other Information
None.During the fiscal quarter ended March 1, 2024, no director or officer of the Company adopted or terminated a “Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement” or a “non-Rule 10b5-1 trading arrangement” (in each case, as defined in Item 408 of Regulation S-K).
Item 6. Exhibits
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The certifications attached as Exhibit 32.1 and Exhibit 32.2 that accompany this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q are deemed furnished and not filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and are not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Registrant under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, or the Exchange Act, whether made before or after the date of this Quarterly Report, on Form 10-Q, irrespective of any general incorporation language contained in such filing.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
SMART Global Holdings, Inc.
Date: June 29, 2023April 9, 2024By:/s/ Mark Adams
Mark Adams
President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
Date: June 29, 2023April 9, 2024By:/s/ Ken Rizvi
Ken Rizvi
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial and Accounting Officer)

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