Exhibit 99.1
News Release
| Contact: | Paul Gennaro |
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| SVP & Chief Communications Officer |
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| 212.973.3167 |
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| paul.gennaro@aecom.com |
For immediate release
NR 08-0802
AECOM reports strong net income, operating income, revenue for third quarter of fiscal year 2008
· Third-quarter diluted earnings per share of 37 cents, up 42% from the same period last year.
· Net income for third quarter increased 59% year over year to $38.5 million.
· Operating income for third quarter increased 40% year over year to $64.2 million.
· Revenue for third quarter increased 20% year over year to $1.3 billion.
· Revenue, net of other direct costs, for the third quarter, increased 33% year over year to $853.3 million.
· Backlog at June 30, 2008, increased 15% year over year to $7.1 billion.
· Diluted earnings-per-share outlook raised to $1.34 to $1.37 for full fiscal year 2008.
LOS ANGELES (Aug. 7, 2008) — AECOM Technology Corporation (NYSE: ACM), a leading provider of professional technical and management support services for government and commercial clients around the world, announced today its financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2008, which ended June 30, 2008.
AECOM reported net income of $38.5 million for the third quarter, or diluted earnings per share (EPS) of 37 cents. These results represent an increase of 59% over net income of $24.2 million for the same period last year. Operating income for the third quarter increased 40% year over year to $64.2 million. For the first nine months of fiscal year 2008, AECOM reported net income of $103.8 million and operating income of $167.7 million, an increase of 46% and 48%, respectively.
Third-quarter revenue increased to $1.3 billion, 20% higher than the third quarter of fiscal year 2007. AECOM’s gross revenue includes a significant amount of pass-through costs and, therefore, revenue, net of other direct costs, which is a non-GAAP measure, also provides a valuable perspective on its business results. AECOM’s revenue, net of other direct costs, for the three months ended June 30, 2008, increased 33% compared to the same period last year, to $853.3 million. For the first nine months of fiscal year 2008, AECOM reported revenue of $3.6 billion and revenue, net of other direct costs, of $2.3 billion, an increase of 14% and 31%, respectively.
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“Our third-quarter results were marked by strong global growth,” said John M. Dionisio, AECOM president and chief executive officer. “During the quarter, we saw continued strength in our U.S. business, while our non-U.S. business performed even better. Our non-U.S. revenue now represents 56% of our gross revenue.”
“We continue to see solid demand for our services globally throughout the infrastructure market,” said Dionisio. “Projects such as our work in support of Qatar’s New Doha Port Project, the largest maritime project in the world; the Eisenhower Executive Office Building, within the White House complex in Washington, D.C.; the Hong Kong International Airport master plan; and the U.S. Navy Guam expansion project highlight the breadth and diversification of our success.”
Business Segments
In addition to providing consolidated financial results, AECOM reports separate financial information for its two segments: Professional Technical Services (PTS) and Management Support Services (MSS).
Professional Technical Services
The PTS segment delivers planning, consulting, architecture and engineering design, and program and construction management services to institutional, commercial and government clients worldwide.
For the third quarter of fiscal year 2008, the PTS segment reported revenue of $1.1 billion and operating income of $70.5 million, compared to revenue of $904.3 million and operating income of $48.8 million for the same period during fiscal year 2007. This represents a 21% increase in revenue and a 44% increase in operating income year over year. PTS revenue, net of other direct costs, increased 32% for the three months ended June 30, 2008, to $809.7 million.
Management Support Services
The MSS segment provides program and facilities management and maintenance, training, logistics, consulting, technical assistance and systems integration services, primarily for agencies of the U.S. government.
For the third quarter of fiscal year 2008, the MSS segment reported revenue of $224.2 million and operating income of $10.6 million, compared to revenue of $196.3 million and operating income of $9.3 million for the same period during fiscal year 2007. This represents a 14% increase in revenue and a 15% increase in operating income year over year. Segment results for the quarter were positively affected by the release of key task orders and the resolution of government contract negotiations. MSS revenue, net of other direct costs, increased 40% for the three months ended June 30, 2008, to $43.6 million.
Outlook
AECOM announced backlog totaling $7.1 billion at June 30, 2008, a 15% increase year over year.
“AECOM continued to deliver strong results across all of our end markets and geographies during the third quarter,” said Michael S. Burke, AECOM executive vice president, chief corporate officer and chief financial officer. “Moreover, the $900-million increase in our year-over-year backlog indicates continued strength and solid momentum in our end markets.”
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Dionisio cited the nine acquisitions that AECOM has closed year to date as an indicator of the company’s execution on its strategic plan. “Our ability to complement our organic growth with key acquisitions positions us well to leverage the opportunities that we see in the global infrastructure market.”
Based on its results through the first three quarters of the fiscal year, as well as its strong backlog, AECOM has raised its EPS outlook for fiscal year 2008 to $1.34 to $1.37. This range takes into account an expected $0.01 per share dilution related to the recent Earth Tech acquisition.
Previously, AECOM expected that EPS would be $1.30 to $1.34, which did not include the $0.01 dilution associated with the Earth Tech acquisition.
AECOM is hosting a conference call today at 10 a.m. EDT, during which management will make a brief presentation focusing on the company’s results, strategies and operating trends. Interested parties can listen to the conference call and view accompanying slides via webcast on the Internet at www.aecom.com. The webcast will be available for replay following the call.
About AECOM
AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is a global provider of professional technical and management support services to a broad range of markets, including transportation, facilities, environmental and energy. With more than 41,000 employees around the world, AECOM is a leader in all of the key markets that it serves. AECOM provides a blend of global reach, local knowledge, innovation, and technical excellence in delivering solutions that enhance and sustain the world’s built, natural, and social environments. AECOM serves clients in more than 100 countries and had revenue of $4.7 billion during the 12-month period ended June 30, 2008. More information on AECOM and its services can be found at www.aecom.com.
Forward-Looking Statements: All statements in this press release other than statements of historical fact are “forward-looking statements” for purposes of federal and state securities laws, including any projections of earnings or other financial items; any statements of the plans, strategies and objectives for future operations; and any statements regarding future economic conditions or performance. Although we believe that the expectations reflected in our forward-looking statements are reasonable, actual results could differ materially from those projected or assumed in any of our forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause our actual results, performance and achievements, or industry results to differ materially from estimates or projections contained in forward-looking statements include: uncertainties related to funding, audits, modifications and termination of long-term government contracts; losses under fixed-price contracts; limited control over operations run through our joint venture entities; misconduct by our employees or consultants or our failure to comply with laws or regulations; failure to successfully execute our merger and acquisition strategy; the need to retain and recruit key technical and management personnel; and unexpected adjustments and cancellations related to our backlog. Additional factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from our forward-looking statements are set forth in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. We do not intend, and undertake no obligation, to update any forward-looking statement.
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AECOM Technology Corporation
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(in thousands, except per share data)
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| June 30, 2008 |
| June 30, 2007 |
| June 30, 2008 |
| June 30, 2007 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 1,321,203 |
| $ | 1,100,656 |
| $ | 3,565,574 |
| $ | 3,122,914 |
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Other direct costs |
| 467,919 |
| 456,965 |
| 1,285,952 |
| 1,386,607 |
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Revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 853,284 |
| 643,691 |
| 2,279,622 |
| 1,736,307 |
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Cost of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 437,263 |
| 331,600 |
| 1,167,614 |
| 891,926 |
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Gross profit |
| 416,021 |
| 312,091 |
| 1,112,008 |
| 844,381 |
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Equity in earnings of joint ventures |
| 5,313 |
| 3,992 |
| 12,163 |
| 7,628 |
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General and administrative expenses |
| 357,152 |
| 270,401 |
| 956,498 |
| 738,375 |
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Income from operations |
| 64,182 |
| 45,682 |
| 167,673 |
| 113,634 |
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Minority interest in share of earnings |
| 4,862 |
| 3,824 |
| 10,939 |
| 9,058 |
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Gain on sale of equity investment |
| — |
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| 11,286 |
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Non-Operating Income |
| 756 |
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| (872 | ) | — |
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Interest income (expense) - net |
| (198 | ) | (6,312 | ) | 4,111 |
| (9,615 | ) | ||||
Income before income tax expense |
| 59,878 |
| 35,546 |
| 159,973 |
| 106,247 |
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Income tax expense |
| 21,424 |
| 11,360 |
| 56,197 |
| 35,343 |
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Net income |
| $ | 38,454 |
| $ | 24,186 |
| $ | 103,776 |
| $ | 70,904 |
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Net income allocation: |
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Preferred stock dividend |
| $ | 36 |
| $ | 68 |
| $ | 131 |
| $ | 184 |
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Net income available for common stockholders |
| 38,418 |
| 24,118 |
| 103,645 |
| 70,720 |
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Net income |
| $ | 38,454 |
| $ | 24,186 |
| $ | 103,776 |
| $ | 70,904 |
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Net income per share: |
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Basic |
| $ | 0.38 |
| $ | 0.30 |
| $ | 1.03 |
| $ | 1.09 |
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Diluted |
| $ | 0.37 |
| $ | 0.26 |
| $ | 1.00 |
| $ | 0.85 |
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Weighted average shares outstanding: |
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Basic |
| 102,020 |
| 80,915 |
| 100,745 |
| 64,948 |
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Diluted |
| 104,563 |
| 92,037 |
| 103,681 |
| 83,013 |
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AECOM Technology Corporation
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Information
(in thousands)
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Balance Sheet Information: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
| $ | 173,108 |
| $ | 216,911 |
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Working capital |
| 461,740 |
| 597,655 |
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Working capital, net of cash and cash equivalents |
| 288,632 |
| 380,744 |
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Total debt |
| 88,840 |
| 47,950 |
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Total stockholders’ equity |
| 1,448,751 |
| 1,278,485 |
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| June 30, 2007 |
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Cash Flow Information: |
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Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities |
| $ | 92,010 |
| $ | 20,339 |
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AECOM TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION
Reportable Segments
($ in thousands)
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| Management |
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Three Months Ended June 30, 2008 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 1,096,986 |
| $ | 224,217 |
| $ | — |
| $ | 1,321,203 |
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Other direct costs |
| 287,271 |
| 180,648 |
| — |
| 467,919 |
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Revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 809,715 |
| 43,569 |
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| 853,284 |
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Cost of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 411,416 |
| 25,847 |
| — |
| 437,263 |
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Gross profit |
| 398,299 |
| 17,722 |
| — |
| 416,021 |
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Gross profit as a % of revenue |
| 36.3 | % | 7.9 | % | — |
| 31.5 | % | ||||
Gross profit as a % of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 49.2 | % | 40.7 | % | — |
| 48.8 | % | ||||
Equity in earnings of joint ventures |
| 2,922 |
| 2,391 |
| — |
| 5,313 |
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General and administrative expenses |
| 330,714 |
| 9,466 |
| 16,972 |
| 357,152 |
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Segment income from operations |
| 70,507 |
| 10,647 |
| (16,972 | ) | 64,182 |
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Segment assets |
| 2,561,708 |
| 210,721 |
| 148,562 |
| 2,920,991 |
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Three Months Ended June 30, 2007 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 904,349 |
| $ | 196,307 |
| $ | — |
| $ | 1,100,656 |
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Other direct costs |
| 291,799 |
| 165,166 |
| — |
| 456,965 |
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Revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 612,550 |
| 31,141 |
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| 643,691 |
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Cost of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 312,196 |
| 19,404 |
| — |
| 331,600 |
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Gross profit |
| 300,354 |
| 11,737 |
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| 312,091 |
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Gross profit as a % of revenue |
| 33.2 | % | 6.0 | % | — |
| 28.4 | % | ||||
Gross profit as a % of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 49.0 | % | 37.7 | % | — |
| 48.5 | % | ||||
Equity in earnings of joint ventures |
| 1,064 |
| 2,928 |
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| 3,992 |
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General and administrative expenses |
| 252,598 |
| 5,394 |
| 12,409 |
| 270,401 |
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Segment income from operations |
| 48,820 |
| 9,271 |
| (12,409 | ) | 45,682 |
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Nine Months Ended June 30, 2008 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 2,945,494 |
| $ | 620,080 |
| $ | — |
| $ | 3,565,574 |
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Other direct costs |
| 776,623 |
| 509,329 |
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| 1,285,952 |
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Revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 2,168,871 |
| 110,751 |
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| 2,279,622 |
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Cost of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 1,100,597 |
| 67,017 |
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| 1,167,614 |
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Gross profit |
| 1,068,274 |
| 43,734 |
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| 1,112,008 |
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Gross profit as a % of revenue |
| 36.3 | % | 7.1 | % | — |
| 31.2 | % | ||||
Gross profit as a % of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 49.3 | % | 39.5 | % | — |
| 48.8 | % | ||||
Equity in earnings of joint ventures |
| 6,630 |
| 5,533 |
| — |
| 12,163 |
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General and administrative expenses |
| 892,621 |
| 21,208 |
| 42,669 |
| 956,498 |
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Segment income from operations |
| 182,283 |
| 28,059 |
| (42,669 | ) | 167,673 |
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Segment assets |
| 2,561,708 |
| 210,721 |
| 148,562 |
| 2,920,991 |
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Nine Months Ended June 30, 2007 |
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Revenue |
| $ | 2,501,436 |
| $ | 621,478 |
| $ | — |
| $ | 3,122,914 |
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Other direct costs |
| 844,980 |
| 541,627 |
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| 1,386,607 |
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Revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 1,656,456 |
| 79,851 |
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| 1,736,307 |
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Cost of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 844,771 |
| 47,155 |
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| 891,926 |
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Gross profit |
| 811,685 |
| 32,696 |
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| 844,381 |
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Gross profit as a % of revenue |
| 32.4 | % | 5.3 | % | — |
| 27.0 | % | ||||
Gross profit as a % of revenue, net of other direct costs |
| 49.0 | % | 40.9 | % | — |
| 48.6 | % | ||||
Equity in earnings of joint ventures |
| 960 |
| 6,668 |
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| 7,628 |
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General and administrative expenses |
| 688,541 |
| 17,200 |
| 32,634 |
| 738,375 |
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Segment income from operations |
| 124,104 |
| 22,164 |
| (32,634 | ) | 113,634 |
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