UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the Quarterly Period Ended September 30, 2007
Commission File Number: 0-21475
EMERGENT GROUP INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Nevada | 93-1215401 |
(State of jurisdiction of Incorporation) | (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
10939 Pendleton Street
Sun Valley, CA 91352
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Registrant’s telephone number)
(Former name, address and fiscal year, if changed since last report)
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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 [X] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).Yes [ ] No [X]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).Yes [ ] No [X]
As of November 12, 2007, the registrant had a total of 5,570,989 shares of Common Stock outstanding.
EMERGENT GROUP INC.
FORM 10-QSB Quarterly Report
Table of Contents
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Item 1. Financial Statements | |
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Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of September 30, 2007 (unaudited) | 3 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income for the Three and Nine Months Ended September 30, 2007 and 2006 (unaudited) | 4 |
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Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2007 and 2006 (unaudited) | 5 |
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Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements | 6 |
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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations | 11 |
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Item 3. Controls and Procedures | 15 |
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION | |
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Item 1. Legal Proceedings | 15 |
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Item 2. Changes in Securities | 15 |
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Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities | 16 |
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Item 4. Submissions of Matters to a Vote of Security olders | 16 |
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Item 5. Other Information | 16 |
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Item 6. Exhibits | 16 |
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Signatures | 17 |
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1. Financial Statements
Emergent Group Inc. and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
| | | September 30, | |
| | | 2007 | |
ASSETS | | | (Unaudited) | |
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Current assets | | | | |
Cash | | | $ | 1,942,322 | |
Accounts receivable, net | | | | 2,282,471 | |
Inventory | | | | 475,490 | |
Prepaid expenses | | | | 223,807 | |
Deferred tax assets | | | | 905,400 | |
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Total current assets | | | | 5,829,490 | |
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Property and equipment, net of accumulated depreciation and | | | | | |
amortization of $5,577,501 | | | | 4,392,797 | |
Goodwill | | | | 1,120,058 | |
Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of | | | | | |
$158,470 | | | | 107,816 |
Deposits and other assets | | | | 109,066 | |
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Total assets | | | $ | 11,559,227 | |
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | | | | | |
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Current liabilities | | | | | |
Current portion of capital lease obligations | | | $ | 1,009,878 | |
Current portion of notes payable | | | | 101,859 | |
Accounts payable | | | | 1,033,971 | |
Accrued expenses and other liabilities | | | | 1,235,640 | |
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Total current liabilities | | | | 3,381,348 | |
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Capital lease obligations, net of current portion | | | | 2,121,644 | |
Notes payable, net of current portion | | | | 25,222 | |
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Total liabilities | | | | 5,528,214 | |
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Minority interest | | | | 558,580 | |
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Shareholders' equity | | | | | |
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, non-voting 10,000,000 | | | | | |
shares authorized, no shares issued and outstanding | | | | - | |
Common stock, $0.04 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized | | | | | |
5,569,569 shares issued and outstanding | | | | 222,799 | |
Additional paid-in capital | | | | 14,814,322 | |
Accumulated deficit | | | | (9,564,688 | ) |
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Total shareholders' equity | | | | 5,472,433 | |
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Total liabilities and shareholders' equity | | | $ | 11,559,227 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
Emergent Group Inc. and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
| | Three Months Ended | | | Nine Months Ended | |
| | September 30, | | | September 30, | |
| | 2007 | | | 2006 | | | 2007 | | | 2006 | |
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Revenue | | $ | 4,467,011 | | | $ | 3,997,933 | | | $ | 13,181,307 | | | $ | 11,981,961 | |
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Cost of goods sold | | | 2,685,863 | | | | 2,416,331 | | | | 7,876,615 | | | | 7,218,280 | |
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Gross profit | | | 1,781,148 | | | | 1,581,602 | | | | 5,304,692 | | | | 4,763,681 | |
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Selling, general, and administrative expenses | | | 1,036,272 | | | | 1,021,690 | | | | 3,224,372 | | | | 2,984,110 | |
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Income from operations | | | 744,876 | | | | 559,912 | | | | 2,080,320 | | | | 1,779,571 | |
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Other income (expense) | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
Interest expense | | | (54,208 | ) | | | (39,466 | ) | | | (165,810 | ) | | | (128,710 | ) |
Gain on disposal of property and equipment | | | - | | | | 15,502 | | | | 8,214 | | | | 18,192 | |
Other income, net | | | 512 | | | | 32,401 | | | | 36,604 | | | | 108,641 | |
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Total other income (expense) | | | (53,696 | ) | | | 8,437 | | | | (120,992 | ) | | | (1,877 | ) |
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Income before provision for income taxes | | | | | | | | | |
and minority interest | | | 691,180 | | | | 568,349 | | | | 1,959,328 | | | | 1,777,694 | |
Provision for income taxes | | | (39,086 | ) | | | (14,692 | ) | | | (134,498 | ) | | | (48,528 | ) |
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Income before minority interest | | | 652,094 | | | | 553,657 | | | | 1,824,830 | | | | 1,729,166 | |
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Minority interest in income of consolidated | | | | | | | | | |
limited liability companies | | | (221,646 | ) | | | (107,892 | ) | | | (516,066 | ) | | | (269,599 | ) |
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Net income | | $ | 430,448 | | | $ | 445,765 | | | $ | 1,308,764 | | | $ | 1,459,567 | |
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Basic earnings per share | | $ | 0.08 | | | $ | 0.08 | | | $ | 0.24 | | | $ | 0.27 | |
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Diluted earnings per share | | $ | 0.07 | | | $ | 0.08 | | | $ | 0.22 | | | $ | 0.25 | |
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Basic weighted average shares outstanding | | | 5,566,448 | | | | 5,460,789 | | | | 5,518,920 | | | | 5,457,704 | |
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Diluted weighted-average shares outstanding | | | 5,873,137 | | | | 5,822,186 | | | | 5,825,085 | | | | 5,809,343 | |
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
Emergent Group Inc. and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
| | September 30, | |
| | 2007 | | | 2006 | |
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Cash flows from operating activities | | | | | | |
Net income | | $ | 1,308,764 | | | $ | 1,459,567 | |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash | | | | | | | | |
provided by operating activities: | | | | | | | | |
Depreciation and amortization | | | 1,092,113 | | | | 797,000 | |
Amortization of finance fees | | | 25,959 | | | | 7,772 | |
(Gain) loss on disposal of property and equipment and other | | | (8,214 | ) | | | (18,192 | ) |
Provision for doubtful accounts | | | 5,000 | | | | 1,738 | |
Minority interest in income | | | 516,066 | | | | 269,599 | |
Stock-based compensation expense | | | 76,785 | | | | 58,521 | |
Other income | | | - | | | | (66,095 | ) |
(Increase) decrease in | | | | | | | | |
Accounts receivable | | | 120,263 | | | | (373,869 | ) |
Inventory | | | 344,101 | | | | (53,240 | ) |
Prepaid expenses | | | (71,910 | ) | | | (9,294 | ) |
Deposits and other assets | | | 31,384 | | | | (12,837 | ) |
Increase (decrease) in | | | | | | | | |
Accounts payable | | | 6,931 | | | | 95,001 | |
Accrued expenses | | | 45,731 | | | | 113,957 | |
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Net cash provided by operating activities | | | 3,492,973 | | | | 2,269,628 | |
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Cash flows from investing activities | | | | | | | | |
Purchase of property and equipment | | | (312,515 | ) | | | (367,268 | ) |
Cash paid to members of limited liability companies | | | (489,803 | ) | | | (245,283 | ) |
Contributions from new members to limited liability companies | | | 55,000 | | | | 90,000 | |
Proceeds from the sale of property and equipment | | | 4,580 | | | | 21,988 | |
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Net cash used in investing activities | | | (742,738 | ) | | | (500,563 | ) |
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Cash flows from financing activities | | | | | | | | |
Payments on capital lease obligations | | | (814,283 | ) | | | (494,024 | ) |
Payment of dividends on common stock | | | (1,094,249 | ) | | | (512,861 | ) |
Payments of loan fees | | | (10,000 | ) | | | - | |
Borrowings under line of credit | | | 12,246,000 | | | | 11,585,633 | |
Repayments on line of credit | | | (12,246,000 | ) | | | (11,585,633 | ) |
Payments on notes payable, net | | | (211,993 | ) | | | (317,578 | ) |
Proceeds from the exercise of common stock options | | | 4,000 | | | | - | |
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Net cash used in financing activities | | | (2,126,525 | ) | | | (1,324,463 | ) |
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Net increase in cash | | | 623,710 | | | | 444,602 | |
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Cash, beginning of period | | | 1,318,612 | | | | 585,377 | |
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Cash, end of period | | $ | 1,942,322 | | | $ | 1,029,979 | |
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Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information: | | | | | | | | |
Interest paid | | $ | 192,134 | | | $ | 142,544 | |
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Income taxes paid | | $ | 86,315 | | | $ | 54,531 | |
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Supplemental schedule of noncash investing and financing activities: | | | | | |
During the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, the Company incurred capital lease obligations of $1,204,532 and $2,108,932, respectively, for medical equipment.
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed financial statements.
EMERGENT GROUP INC and SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Emergent Group Inc. (“Emergent”) is the parent company of PRI Medical Technologies, Inc. (“PRI Medical”), its wholly owned and only operating subsidiary. Emergent and PRI Medical are referred to collectively hereinafter as the “Company.” PRI Medical provides mobile laser/surgical services, along with technical support, on a per procedure basis to hospitals, out-patient surgery centers, and physicians' offices.
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of Emergent have been prepared pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations. These unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended December 31, 2006. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments, which are of a normal recurring nature, necessary for a fair presentation of the results for the periods presented.
The results of operations presented for the three months and nine months ended September 30, 2007 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for any other interim period or any future fiscal year.
Principles of Consolidation
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Emergent and its wholly owned subsidiaries. Also, in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities” the Company has accounted for its equity investments in seven limited liability companies under the full consolidation method. All significant intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated through consolidation.
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the condensed consolidated financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ significantly from those estimates.
Accounts Receivable and Concentration of Business and Credit Risks
We market our services primarily to hospitals and out-patient centers located in California, Nevada, Utah, Colorado and Arizona. Our equipment rental and technician services are subject to competition from other similar businesses. Our accounts receivable represent financial instruments with potential credit risk. We offer credit terms and credit limits to most of our customers based on the creditworthiness of such customers. However, we retain the right to place such customers on credit hold should their account become delinquent. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses should customers fail to make required payments. In addition, we monitor the age of customer account balances, historical bad debt experience, customer creditworthiness, customer specific information, and changes in payment patterns when making estimates of the collectibility of trade receivables. Accounts receivable are written off when all collection attempts have failed. Our allowance for doubtful accounts will be increased if circumstances warrant. Based on the information available, management believes that our net accounts receivable are collectible.
Inventory
Inventory consists of finished goods primarily used in connection with the delivery of our mobile surgical equipment rental and services business. Inventory is stated at the lower of cost or market, on a first-in, first-out basis.
Reclassifications
Certain amounts presented for the prior year have been reclassified to conform to the current year’s presentation.
Stock-Based Compensation
In December 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 123(R),”Share-Based Payment”. SFAS 123(R) amends SFAS No. 123,”Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation”, and APB Opinion 25,”Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees.” SFAS No.123(R) requires that the cost of share-based payment transactions (including those with employees and non-employees) be recognized in the financial statements. SFAS No. 123(R) applies to all share-based payment transactions in which an entity acquires goods or services by issuing (or offering to issue) its shares, share options, or other equity instruments (except for those held by an ESOP) or by incurring liabilities (1) in amounts based (even in part) on the price of the entity’s shares or other equity instruments, or (2) that require (or may require) settlement by the issuance of an entity’s shares or other equity instruments. This statement is effective for public companies qualifying as SEC small business issuers for the fiscal year beginning after December 15, 2005.
Effective January 1, 2006, we adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (“SFAS”) No. 123R, Share-Based Payment, using the modified prospective method. Under this method, compensation cost recognized during the three and nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006 includes compensation cost for all share-based payments granted prior to, but not yet vested as of January 1, 2006, based on the grant date fair value estimated in accordance with the original provisions of SFAS No. 123 amortized over the remaining vesting period for such options. There were no options granted during the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively. Compensation costs recognized in accordance with SFAS No. 123R were $2,668 and $3,030 for the three months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and $8,090 and $9,343 for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
The 2002 Employee Benefit and Consulting Services Compensation Plan (the “2002 Plan”) was adopted in 2002 for the purpose of providing incentives to key employees, officers, and consultants of the Company who provide significant services to the Company. As of September 30, 2007, there are 650,000 common shares authorized for grant under the 2002 Plan. The 2002 Plan originally adopted with 325,000 shares was approved by the Company’s stockholders and the increase of 325,000 shares was approved the Company’s Board of Directors and the Compensation Committee in accordance with the Plan. Options will not be granted for a term of more than ten years from the date of grant. Generally, options will vest evenly over a period of five years, and the 2002 Plan expires in March 2012. Since shareholder approval was not obtained on or before April 1, 2003, all incentive stock options granted under the 2002 Plan have automatically become non-statutory stock options, and the Board is limited to granting non-statutory stock options under the 2002 Plan. As of September 30, 2007, the number of shares reserved for future awards was 230,948.
A summary of the Company's outstanding options and activity is as follows:
| | Number of Shares | | | Weighted Average Exercise Price | |
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Outstanding at January 1, 2007 | | | 398,912 | | | $ | 1.20 | |
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Options Granted | | | - | | | $ | - | |
Options Canceled | | | (3,841 | ) | | $ | 0.40 | |
Options Exercised | | | (40,686 | ) | | $ | 0.48 | |
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Outstanding at September 30, 2007 | | | 354,385 | | | $ | 1.29 | |
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Exercisable at September 30, 2007 | | | 277,494 | | | $ | 1.53 | |
The weighted-average remaining contractual life of the options outstanding at September 30, 2007 is 5.76 years. The exercise prices for the options outstanding at September 30, 2007 ranged from $0.40 to $162.00, and information relating to these options is as follows:
Range of Exercise Prices | | | Stock Options Outstanding | | | Stock Options Exercisable | | | Weighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life | | Weighted-Average Exercise Price of Options Outstanding | | | Weighted-Average Exercise Price of Options Exercisable | |
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$ | 0.40 | | | | 344,536 | | | | 267,645 | | | | 5.45 | | years | | $ | 0.40 | | | $ | 0.40 | |
$ | 8.00 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 2,000 | | | | 5.25 | | years | | $ | 8.00 | | | $ | 8.00 | |
$ | 20.00 - 51.00 | | | | 7,844 | | | | 7,844 | | | | 3.85 | | years | | $ | 38.41 | | | $ | 38.41 | |
$ | 162.16 | | | | 5 | | | | 5 | | | | 1.65 | | years | | $ | 162.00 | | | $ | 162.00 | |
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$ | 0.40 - 162.16 | | | | 354,385 | | | | 277,494 | | | | 5.40 | | years | | $ | 1.29 | | | $ | 1.53 | |
As of September 30, 2007, the total unrecognized fair value compensation cost related to unvested stock options was $30,178, which is to be recognized over a remaining weighted average period of approximately 2.5 years.
| | | | | Remaining | | | Weighted | |
| | Number | | | Contractual Life | | | Average | |
| | Outstanding | | | (in years) | | | Exercise Price | |
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Non Vested, December 31, 2006 | | | 104,351 | | | | 8.00 | | | $ | 0.40 | |
Granted | | | - | | | | | | | | | |
Forfeited | | | - | | | | | | | | | |
Vested | | | 27,459 | | | | | | | $ | 0.40 | |
Non Vested, September 30, 2007 | | | 76,892 | | | | 7.25 | | | $ | 0.40 | |
In addition to options granted under the 2002 Plan, as of September 30, 2007 we have 215,000 restricted award shares issued and outstanding of which 105,000 shares were granted to executive officers and directors in March 2007. Award shares generally vest in equal installments over five years from the date of issuance. Such award shares are issued from time to time to executive officers, directors and employees of the Company. Non-vested award shares are subject to forfeiture in the event that the recipient is no longer employed by the Company at the time of vesting, subject to the Board’s right to waive the forfeiture provisions. Compensation expense related to such shares is determined as of the issuance date based on the fair value of the shares issued and is amortized over the related vesting period. Total compensation expense related to the award shares issued in March 2007 was $341,250, which is being amortized over the vesting period of five years. Compensation expense related to outstanding award shares was $17,064 and $3,605 for the three months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and $36,330 and $12,174 for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
Earnings Per Share
The Company utilizes SFAS No. 128, "Earnings per Share." Basic earnings per share are computed by dividing earnings available to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per share is computed similar to basic earnings per share except that the denominator is increased to include the number of additional common shares that would have been outstanding if the potential common share equivalents had been issued and if the additional common shares were dilutive. Common equivalent shares are excluded from the computation if their effect is anti-dilutive.
Recent Accounting Pronounments
In July 2006, the FASB released FASB Interpretation No. 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109 (“FIN 48”). FIN 48 clarifies the accounting and reporting for uncertainties in income tax law. This interpretation prescribes a comprehensive model for the financial statement recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken in income tax returns. This statement is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The implementation of FIN 48 has not had a significant impact on the Company’s results of operations or financial position.
In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, Fair Value Measurements (SFAS 157). SFAS 157 establishes a framework for measuring fair value in generally accepted accounting principles, and expands disclosures about fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The Company is required to adopt the provision of SFAS 157, as applicable, beginning in fiscal year 2008. Management does not believe the adoption of SFAS 157 will have a material impact on the Company's financial position or results of operations.
The Company maintains a revolving credit line (the “Revolver”) for $1 million, which is collateralized by accounts receivable and certain fixed assets. Borrowings under the Revolver, as amended, are based on 80% of eligible receivables, as defined. In addition, the Revolver provides for an annual renewal fee equal to 1% of the capital availability amount, as defined. Borrowings under the Revolver bear interest at the prime rate (7.75% as of September 30, 2007), plus 2%. In May 2007, the Revolver automatically renewed for a one year period and the Company paid the lender a renewal fee of $10,000, which is being amortized over the loan term. As of September 30, 2007, no amounts were outstanding under the Revolver.
The Revolver, as amended, requires the Company to maintain a tangible net worth of at least $1.5 million and requires the lender to pay the Company interest on cash collections in excess of amounts borrowed under the Revolver at a rate of 2.25% below the prime rate. As of September 30, 2007 the Company was in compliance with the terms of its revolving credit agreement.
In May 2006 the Company entered into a master lease agreement with a bank to provide a lease line of credit of for the financing of equipment purchases. Under the agreement, the Company may finance equipment purchases on an installment basis at a rate of interest determined at each respective borrowing date. Such rates will generally approximate the bank’s prime rate. As of September 30, 2007, we had $667,775 outstanding under the lease line of credit payable in monthly installments over a term of 36 to 48 months.
The Company incurred total net interest expense of $54,208 and $39,466 for the three months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and $165,810 and $128,710 for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
4. | COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES |
Legal Matters
Byong Y. Kwon, Plaintiff against Daniel J. Yun, Emergent Group Inc., Emergent Capital Investment Management, LLC, Metedeconk Holdings, LLC, Voyager Advisors, LLC, Millennium Tradition Limited (f/k/a Millennium Heritage, Limited), Emergent Management Company, LLC, Endurance Advisors, Limited, SK Networks Co., Ltd. (f/k/a SK Global Co., Ltd.), Hye Min Kang, John Does 1-2 and Richard Roes 1-2 (collectively the “Defendants”).
Plaintiff’s complaint against the Defendants named above is a civil lawsuit, which was signed by the clerk on February 2, 2005. This action is brought in the United States District Court, Southern District of New York by Plaintiff against the Company, a former director, Daniel Yun, and other parties to recover money damages for alleged fraud, negligent misrepresentations and aiding and abetting fraud. The Amended Complaint alleges that the factual basis involving the action against the Company involves alleged false representations to Plaintiff to induce him to leave his then employment in 2001 and accept the Company’s and another named Defendant’s alleged offer of employment. Plaintiff seeks compensatory damages and punitive damages each in the amount of not less than $2,100,000 together with interest thereon, reasonable attorneys’ fees and other specific relief against Defendants other than the Company. Management has denied the Plaintiff’s allegations against the Company and intends to vigorously defend this lawsuit. During the quarter ended September 30, 2007, there were no material developments in this matter.
5. | RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS |
Transactions with BJH Management
The Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer maintains his primary office in New York. In this regard, the Company reimbursed BJH Management, LLC (“BJH”), a company owned by the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, for office rent and other reimbursable expenses totaling $8,479 and $8,134 for the three months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively, and $30,063 and $24,839 for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 and 2006, respectively.
Effective July 1, 2006, the services of the Company’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer are contracted through BJH Management for a monthly fee of $15,167. In March 2007, the services agreement with BJH Management was extended to June 30, 2010.
In March 2007, the Company agreed to extend Mr. Buther’s employment contract for one year to June 2008.
6. | LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES |
In connection with expanding its business in certain commercial and geographic areas, PRI Medical will at times help to form Limited Liability Companies (“LLCs”) in which it will acquire a either a minority or majority interest and offer the remaining interest to other investors. These LLCs acquire certain equipment for use in their respective business activities which generally focus on surgical procedures. As of September 30, 2007, PRI Medical holds minority equity interests in seven LLCs, which conduct business in California, Colorado and Nevada. In accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities” the Company accounted for its equity investments in such LLCs, in which it holds a minority interest, under the full consolidation method whereby transactions between the Company and LLCs have been eliminated through consolidation.
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Forward-Looking Statements
The information contained in this Form 10-QSB and documents incorporated herein by reference are intended to update the information contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-KSB for the year ended December 31, 2006 and such information presumes that readers have access to, and will have read, the “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” “Risk Factors” and other information contained in such Form 10-KSB and other Company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”).
This Quarterly Report on Form 10-QSB contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, and actual results could be significantly different than those discussed in this Form 10-QSB. Certain statements contained in Management's Discussion and Analysis, particularly in "Liquidity and Capital Resources," and elsewhere in this Form 10-QSB are forward-looking statements. These statements discuss, among other things, expected growth, future revenues and future performance. Although we believe the expectations expressed in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions within the bounds of our knowledge of our business, a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements, whether oral or written, made by us or on our behalf. The forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties including, without limitation, the following: (a) changes in levels of competition from current competitors and potential new competition, (b) possible loss of significant customer(s), (c) the Company’s ability to effectively integrate new and changing medical technologies into to its product and service offerings, (d) the Company’s ability to meet the terms and conditions of its debt and lease obligations, and (e) changes in availability or terms of working capital financing from vendors and lending institutions. The foregoing should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by us. All forward-looking statements included in this document are made as of the date hereof, based on information available to the Company on the date thereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.
Overview
Emergent Group Inc. (“Emergent”) is the parent company of PRI Medical Technologies, Inc. (“PRI Medical”), its wholly owned and only operating subsidiary. Emergent and PRI Medical are referred to collectively hereinafter as the “Company.” PRI Medical provides mobile laser/surgical services, along with technical support, on a per procedure basis to hospitals, out-patient surgery centers, and physicians' offices.
Critical Accounting Policies
Our discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations are based upon our financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States. The preparation of financial statements requires managers to make estimates and disclosures on the date of the financial statements. On an on-going basis, we evaluate our estimates including, but not limited to, those related to revenue recognition, inventory valuation and property and equipment. We use authoritative pronouncements, historical experience and other assumptions as the basis for making judgments. Actual results could differ from those estimates. We believe that the following critical accounting policies affect our more significant judgments and estimates in the preparation of our financial statements.
Revenue Recognition. Revenue is recognized when the services are performed and billable. We are required to make judgments based on historical experience and future expectations, as to the realizability of goods and services billed to our customers. These judgments are required to assess the propriety of the recognition of revenue based on Staff Accounting Bulletin (“SAB”) No. 104, “Revenue Recognition,” and related guidance. We make such assessments based on the following factors: (a) customer-specific information, and (b) historical experience for issues not yet identified.
Inventory Valuation. We are required to make judgments based on historical experience and future expectations as to the realizability of our inventory. We make these assessments based on the following factors: (a) existing orders and usage, (b) age of the inventory, and (c) historical experience.
Property and Equipment. We are required to make judgments based on historical experience and future expectations as to the realizability of our property and equipment. We made these assessments based on the following factors: (a) the estimated useful lives of such assets, (b) technological changes in our industry, and (c) the changing needs of our customers.
Results of Operations
The following table sets forth certain selected unaudited condensed consolidated statements of income data for the periods indicated in dollars and as a percentage of total revenues. The following discussions relates to our results of operations for the periods noted and are not necessarily indicative of the results expected for any other interim period or any future fiscal year. In addition, we note that the period-to-period comparison may not be indicative of future performance.
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Revenue | | $ | 4,467,011 | | | | 100 | % | | $ | 3,997,933 | | | | 100 | % | | $ | 13,181,307 | | | | 100 | % | | $ | 11,981,961 | | | | 100 | % |
Cost of goods sold | | | 2,685,863 | | | | 60 | % | | | 2,416,331 | | | | 60 | % | | | 7,876,615 | | | | 60 | % | | | 7,218,280 | | | | 60 | % |
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Gross profit | | | 1,781,148 | | | | 40 | % | | | 1,581,602 | | | | 40 | % | | | 5,304,692 | | | | 40 | % | | | 4,763,681 | | | | 40 | % |
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Selling, general, and administrative expenses | | | 1,036,272 | | | | 23 | % | | | 1,021,690 | | | | 26 | % | | | 3,224,372 | | | | 24 | % | | | 2,984,110 | | | | 25 | % |
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Income from operations | | | 744,876 | | | | 17 | % | | | 559,912 | | | | 14 | % | | | 2,080,320 | | | | 16 | % | | | 1,779,571 | | | | 15 | % |
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Other income (expense) | | | (53,696 | ) | | | -1 | % | | | 8,437 | | | | 0 | % | | | (120,992 | ) | | | -1 | % | | | (1,877 | ) | | | 0 | % |
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Income before provision for income | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
taxes and minority interest | | | 691,180 | | | | 15 | % | | | 568,349 | | | | 14 | % | | | 1,959,328 | | | | 15 | % | | | 1,777,694 | | | | 15 | % |
Provision for income taxes | | | (39,086 | ) | | | -1 | % | | | (14,692 | ) | | | 0 | % | | | (134,498 | ) | | | -1 | % | | | (48,528 | ) | | | 0 | % |
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Net income before minority interest | | | 652,094 | | | | 15 | % | | | 553,657 | | | | 14 | % | | | 1,824,830 | | | | 14 | % | | | 1,729,166 | | | | 14 | % |
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Minority interest in income of consolidated | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
limited liability companies | | | (221,646 | ) | | | -5 | % | | | (107,892 | ) | | | -3 | % | | | (516,066 | ) | | | -4 | % | | | (269,599 | ) | | | -2 | % |
Net income | | $ | 430,448 | | | | 10 | % | | $ | 445,765 | | | | 11 | % | | $ | 1,308,764 | | | | 10 | % | | $ | 1,459,567 | | | | 12 | % |
Comparison of the Three Months Ended September 30, 2007 to September 30, 2006
The Company generated revenues of $4,467,011 in 2007 compared to $3,997,933 in 2006. The increase in revenues in 2007 of $469,078 or 12% is primarily related to an increase in revenues from our surgical procedures. Revenues from our surgical and cosmetic procedures represented approximately 95% and 5% of total revenues for 2007 and 93% and 7% for 2006, respectively.
Cost of goods sold was $2,685,863 in 2007 compared to $2,416,331 2006 or 60% of revenues for both periods. Costs of goods sold primarily consist of payroll costs and related expenses for technicians, cost of disposables consumed, depreciation and amortization related to equipment, insurance costs and other operating costs incurred in rendering mobile medical equipment and technician services. The overall dollar increase in cost of goods sold of $269,532 or 11% for 2007 is generally due to increases in disposable costs, depreciation and amortization expense, and to costs related to equipment maintenance. Disposable costs increased as a result of a change in the mix of surgical procedures rendered to customers whereby a greater number of higher priced procedures were performed in 2007 compared to 2006, which required more expensive disposable items while depreciation and amortization expense increased due to equipment purchases in first half of 2007 and in the second half of 2006. The net change in other cost categories included in cost of goods sold remained relatively unchanged in 2007 compared to 2006.
Gross profit from operations was $1,781,148 in 2007 compared to $1,581,602 in 2006. Gross profit as a percentage of revenues was 40% for both 2007 and 2006. Gross margins may vary from quarter to quarter depending on the type of surgical procedure performed due to the fact that certain procedures require more expensive disposable items. In addition, gross margin rates will vary from period to period depending upon other factors including pricing considerations, and equipment and technician utilization rates. The gross margin for 2007 is not necessarily indicative of the margins that may be realized in future periods.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses were $1,036,272 or 23% of revenues in 2007 compared to $1,021,690 or 26% of revenues in 2006. Such costs include, among others, payroll and related expenses, insurance costs and occupancy costs. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses of $14,582 in 2007 is primarily related to increases payroll expenses related to sales personnel.
Other income (expense) was $(53,696) in 2007 compared to $8,437 in 2006. Other income (expense) includes interest income and expense, gains and losses on disposal of property and equipment, and other miscellaneous income and expense items. The net increase in other income (expense) of $(62,133) is primarily related to an increase in interest expense of $14,742, a decrease of $31,889 in other income, and a decrease of $15,502 in gain on disposal of equipment in 2007 compared to 2006. The increase in interest costs relates to new equipment leases entered into during the first half of 2007 and the second half of 2006.
The minority interest (ownership interests held by non-affiliates) in net income of limited liability companies was $221,646 in 2007 compared to $107,892 in 2006. In 2007 and 2006 we held minority interests in seven and six entities, respectively. As of September 30, 2007 and 2006, in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities”, the Company accounted for its equity investments in entities in which it holds a minority interest under the full consolidation method.
Net income was $430,448 in 2007 compared to $445,765 in 2006. Provision for income taxes was $39,086 in 2007 compared to $14,692 in 2006. The Company has net operating loss carryforwards for federal tax purposes. The provision for income taxes of as of September 30, 2007 relates to estimated state taxes and to Alternative Minimum Taxes (AMT). Basic and fully diluted net income per share for 2007 was $0.08 and $0.07, respectively, compared to basic and fully diluted net of income per share for 2006 of $0.08 and $0.08, respectively. Basic and fully diluted shares outstanding for 2007 were 5,566,448 and 5,873,137, respectively, and 5,460,789 and 5,822,186 for 2006, respectively.
Comparison of the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2007 to September 30, 2006
The Company generated revenues of $13,181,307 in 2007 compared to $11,981,961 in 2006. The increase in revenues in 2007 of $1,199,346, or 10% is primarily related to an increase in revenues from our surgical procedures. Revenues from our surgical and cosmetic procedures represented approximately 94% and 6% of total revenues for 2007 and 93% and 7% for 2006, respectively.
Cost of goods sold was $7,876,615 and $7,218,280 in 2007 and 2006, respectively, or 60% of revenues for both periods. Costs of goods sold primarily consist of payroll costs and related expenses for technicians, cost of disposables consumed, depreciation and amortization related to equipment, insurance costs and other operating costs incurred in rendering mobile medical equipment and technician services. The overall increase in cost of goods sold of $658,335 or 9% for 2007 is generally due to increases in depreciation and amortization expenses, payroll and related costs and to increases in costs related to equipment maintenance. Depreciation and amortization expense increased due to equipment purchases in first half of 2007 and the second half of 2006. The increase in payroll costs relates to technician and operations personnel. The net change in other cost categories included in cost of goods sold remained relatively unchanged in 2007 compared to 2006.
Gross profit from operations was $5,304,692 in 2007 compared to $4,763,681 in 2006. Gross profit as a percentage of revenues was 40% in 2007 and 2006. Gross margins after disposable costs will vary depending on the type of surgical procedure performed due to the fact that certain procedures require more expensive disposable items. In addition, gross margin rates will vary from period to period depending upon other factors including pricing considerations, and equipment and technician utilization rates. The gross margin for 2007 is not necessarily indicative of the margins that may be realized in future periods.
Selling, general, and administrative expenses were $3,224,372 or 24% of revenues for 2007 compared to $2,984,110 or 25% of revenues for 2006. Such costs include, among others, payroll and related expenses, insurance costs and occupancy costs. The increase in selling, general and administrative expenses of $240,262 in 2007 is primarily related to increases in incentive compensation to advance new product lines and to increases in sales management and other payroll related expenses.
Other income (expense) was $(120,992) in 2007 compared to $(1,877) in 2006. Other income (expense) includes interest income and expense, gains and losses on disposal of property and equipment, and other miscellaneous income and expense items. The net increase in other income (expense) of $(119,115) is primarily related to an increase in interest expense of $37,100 in 2007 compared to 2006 and to a decrease of $72,037 in other income in 2007. The increase in interest costs relates to new equipment leases entered into during the first half of 2007 and the second half of 2006.
The minority interest (ownership interests held by non-affiliates) in net income of limited liability companies was $516,066 in 2007 compared to $269,599 in 2006. In 2007 and 2006, we held minority interest in seven and six entities, respectively. As of September 30, 2007 and 2006, in accordance with the Financial Accounting Standards Board Interpretation No. 46R, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities”, the Company accounted for its equity investments in entities in which it holds a minority interest under the full consolidation method.
Net income was $1,308,764 in 2007 compared to $1,459,567 in 2006. Provision for income taxes was $134,498 in 2007 compared to $48,528 in 2006. The Company has net operating loss carryforwards for federal tax purposes. The provision for income taxes of $134,498 as of September 30, 2007 is related to state taxes and to estimated Alternative Minimum Taxes (AMT). Basic net income per share for 2007 and 2006 was $0.24 and $0.27, respectively, while fully diluted net income per share for 2007 and 2006 was $0.22 and $0.25, respectively. Basic and fully diluted shares outstanding for 2007 were 5,518,920 and 5,825,085, respectively, and 5,457,704 and 5,809,343 for 2006, respectively.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Company maintains a revolving credit line (the “Revolver”) for $1 million, which is collateralized by accounts receivable and certain fixed assets. Borrowings under the Revolver, as amended, are based on 80% of eligible receivables, as defined. In addition, the Revolver provides for an annual renewal fee equal to 1% of the capital availability amount, as defined. Borrowings under the Revolver bear interest at the prime rate (7.75% as of September 30, 2007), plus 2%. In May 2007, the Revolver automatically renewed for a one year period and the Company paid the lender a renewal fee of $10,000, which is being amortized over the loan term. As of September 30, 2007, no amounts were outstanding under the Revolver.
The Revolver, as amended, requires the Company to maintain a tangible net worth of at least $1.5 million and requires the lender to pay the Company interest on cash collections in excess of amounts borrowed under the Revolver at a rate of 2.25% below the prime rate. As of September 30, 2007 the Company was in compliance with the terms of its revolving credit agreement.
In May 2006 the Company entered into a master lease agreement with a bank to provide a lease line of credit of for the financing of equipment purchases. Under the agreement, the Company may finance equipment purchases on an installment basis at a rate of interest determined at each respective borrowing date. Such rates will generally approximate the bank’s prime rate. As of September 30, 2007, we had $667,775 outstanding under the lease line of credit payable in monthly installments over a term of 36 to 48 months.
The Company had cash and cash equivalents of $1,942,322 at September 30, 2007. Cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 was $3,492,973. Cash generated from operations includes net income of $1,308,764, depreciation and amortization of $1,118,072, minority interest in net income of $516,066, decreases in inventory of $344,101, accounts receivable of $120,263, deposits and other assets of $31,384 and stock-based compensation expense of $76,785 and increases in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $52,662; offset by an increase in prepaid expenses of $71,910. Cash used in investing activities was $742,738 related to the purchase of property and equipment, net of reimbursements, of $312,515 and to cash distributions of $489,803 to members of limited liability companies; offset by net proceeds of $4,580 from the disposition of property and equipment and contributions from new members to limited liability companies of $55,000. Cash used for financing activities was $2,126,525 from payments on lease and debt obligations of $814,283 and $211,993, respectively, payment of loan fees of $10,000, and payment of dividends on common stock of $1,094,249. In addition, during the nine months ended September 30, 2007 we borrowed and repaid $12,246,000 under our revolving line of credit.
The Company had cash and cash equivalents of $1,029,979 at September 30, 2006. Cash provided by operating activities for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 was $2,269,628. Cash generated from operations includes net income of $1,459,567, depreciation and amortization of $855,521, minority interest in net income of $269,599 and a net increase in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $208,958; offset by an increase in accounts receivable, prepaid expenses, inventory, deposits and other assets of $449,240. Cash used in investing activities was $500,563 related to the purchase of property and equipment of $367,268 and to cash distributions of $245,283 to members of limited liability companies, offset by contributions of $90,000 from members in two new limited liability companies, and net proceeds of $21,988 from the disposition of property and equipment. Cash used for financing activities was $1,324,463 from payments on lease and debt obligations of $494,024 and $317,578, respectively, and payment of dividends on common stock of $512,861. In addition, during the nine months ended September 30, 2006 we borrowed and repaid $11,585,633 under our line of credit.
We anticipate that our future liquidity requirements will arise from the need to finance our accounts receivable and inventories, and from the need to fund our current debt and lease obligations and capital expenditures. The primary sources of funding for such requirements will be cash generated from operations, borrowings under debt facilities and trade payables, and raising additional capital from the sale of equity or other securities. The Company believes that it can generate sufficient cash flow from these sources to fund its on-going operations for at least the next twelve months.
Item 3. Controls and Procedures
The Company maintains disclosure controls and procedures that are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in the Company's Exchange Act reports is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC's rules and forms, and that such information is accumulated and communicated to the Company's management, including its Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure based closely on the definition of “disclosure controls and procedures” in Rule 13a-15(e). In designing and evaluating the disclosure controls and procedures, management recognized that any controls and procedures, no matter how well designed and operated, can provide only reasonable assurance of achieving the desired control objectives, and management necessarily was required to apply its judgment in evaluating the cost-benefit relationship of possible controls and procedures. The Company carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company's management, including the Company's Chief Executive Officer and the Company's Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of the Company's disclosure controls and procedures. Based on the foregoing, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective at the reasonable assurance level at the end of our most recent quarter ended September 30, 2007. There have been no changes in the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures or in other factors that could affect the disclosure controls subsequent to the date the Company completed its evaluation.
Management has not yet completed, and is not yet required to have completed, its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting as required by Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, as amended.
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1. Legal Proceedings
See Note 4 to Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements included herein for a description of legal matters.
Item 2. Changes in Securities
(a) | In the third quarter ended September 30, 2007, there were no sales of unregistered securities. |
(b) | Rule 463 of the Securities Act is not applicable to the Company. |
(c) | In the third quarter ended September 30, 2007 there were no repurchases by the Company of its Common Stock. |
Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities
Item 4. Submissions of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
In the third quarter ended September 30, 2007 there were no matters submitted to a vote of security holders.
Item 5. Other Information
None.
Item 6. Exhibits
Except for the exhibits listed below, other required exhibits have been previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
Number Exhibit Description
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11.1 | Statement re: computation of earnings per share. See condensed consolidated statement of operations and notes thereto. |
31.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
31.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
32.1 | Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
32.2 | Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002* |
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* Filed herewith.
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.
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Signature | | Title | | Date |
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/s/ Bruce J. Haber | | Chairman and Chief Executive Officer | | November 13, 2007 |
Bruce J. Haber, | | | | |
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/s/ William M. McKay | | Chief Financial Officer and Secretary | | November 13, 2007 |
William M. McKay, | | | | |
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