UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
[X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2006
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[ ] 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 1-9148
THE BRINK'S COMPANY
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Virginia 54-1317776
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(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
1801 Bayberry Court, Richmond, Virginia 23226-8100
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (804) 289-9600
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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 and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for
the past 90 days. Yes X No
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an
accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of "accelerated
filer and large accelerated filer: in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check
one):
Large Accelerated Filer [X] Accelerated Filer [ ] Non-Accelerated Filer [ ]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell Company (as defined in
Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes No X
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As of May 1, 2006, 48,348,456 shares of $1 par value common stock were
outstanding.
Part I - Financial Information
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and subsidiaries
Consolidated Balance Sheets
March 31, December 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 237.2 96.2
Marketable securities 576.3 -
Accounts receivable, net 422.4 419.1
Prepaid expenses and other 47.1 36.0
Deferred income taxes 81.1 174.0
Assets held for sale - 976.5
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Total current assets 1,364.1 1,701.8
Property and equipment, net 886.2 867.4
Goodwill 106.6 103.8
Prepaid postretirement benefits other than pensions 100.7 -
Deferred income taxes 128.5 196.9
Other assets 173.1 167.0
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Total assets $ 2,759.2 3,036.9
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Short-term borrowings $ 14.8 25.5
Current maturities of long-term debt 11.2 35.5
Accounts payable 117.3 118.8
Income taxes payable 71.5 14.8
Accrued liabilities 401.9 439.8
Liabilities held for sale - 491.4
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Total current liabilities 616.7 1,125.8
Long-term debt 129.7 251.9
Accrued pension costs 174.0 170.0
Postretirement benefits other than pensions 215.5 304.8
Deferred revenue 154.5 150.7
Deferred income taxes 18.9 18.8
Other liabilities 181.5 177.4
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Total liabilities 1,490.8 2,199.4
Commitments and contingent liabilities (notes 2 and 12)
Shareholders' equity:
Common stock 58.7 58.7
Capital in excess of par value 531.1 530.6
Retained earnings 889.5 488.0
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (177.9) (184.6)
Employee benefits trust, at market value (33.0) (55.2)
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Total shareholders' equity 1,268.4 837.5
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Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 2,759.2 3,036.9
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions, except per share amounts) 2006 2005
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Revenues $ 663.6 601.1
Expenses:
Operating expenses 514.7 486.4
Selling, general and administrative expenses 106.6 87.2
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Total expenses 621.3 573.6
Other operating income, net 1.8 1.5
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Operating profit 44.1 29.0
Interest expense (4.3) (4.1)
Interest and other income, net 5.4 0.8
Minority interest (3.9) (3.6)
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Income from continuing operations before income taxes 41.3 22.1
Income taxes expense 17.1 11.6
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Income from continuing operations 24.2 10.5
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Income from discontinued operations, net of tax 379.2 3.1
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Net income $ 403.4 13.6
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Net income per common share:
Basic:
Continuing operations $ 0.42 0.19
Discontinued operations 6.57 0.05
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$ 6.99 0.24
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Diluted:
Continuing operations $ 0.42 0.19
Discontinued operations 6.50 0.05
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$ 6.92 0.24
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Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
Basic 57.7 55.7
Diluted 58.3 56.5
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Cash dividends paid per common share $ 0.025 0.025
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statement of Shareholders' Equity
Three months ended March 31, 2006
(Unaudited)
Capital Accumulated
in Excess Employee Other
Common of Par Retained Benefits Comprehensive
(In millions) Stock Value Earnings Trust Loss Total
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Balance as of December 31, 2005 $ 58.7 530.6 488.0 (55.2) (184.6) 837.5
Net income - - 403.4 - - 403.4
Other comprehensive income - - - - 6.7 6.7
Common stock dividends - - (1.4) - - (1.4)
Retire shares of common stock - (0.5) (0.5) - - (1.0)
Employee benefits trust:
Remeasurement - 3.0 - (3.0) - -
Distributions for benefit programs - (11.4) - 25.2 - 13.8
Stock-based compensation - 8.1 - - - 8.1
Tax benefit of stock options exercised - 1.3 - - - 1.3
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Balance as of March 31, 2006 $ 58.7 531.1 889.5 (33.0) (177.9) 1,268.4
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(Unaudited)
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $ 403.4 13.6
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax (379.2) (3.1)
Depreciation and amortization 39.1 35.3
Impairment charges from subscriber disconnects 10.7 8.8
Amortization of deferred revenue (7.3) (6.5)
Deferred income taxes 150.9 3.8
Provision for uncollectible accounts receivable 2.5 1.8
Stock-based compensation 1.5 -
Other operating, net 10.3 10.4
Postretirement benefit funding (more) less than expense:
Pension 3.4 9.3
Other than pension (232.7) (1.6)
Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions:
Accounts receivable (17.8) (32.7)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities (155.9) (11.0)
Deferred subscriber acquisition cost (6.1) (5.0)
Deferred revenue from new subscribers 11.0 9.6
Prepaid and other current assets (10.7) (4.8)
Other, net 1.6 (3.8)
Discontinued operations, net 20.9 38.1
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Net cash provided (used) by operating activities (154.4) 62.2
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (62.1) (74.7)
Acquisitions (1.7) (40.0)
Marketable securities:
Purchases (990.6) -
Sales 414.3 0.3
Proceeds from disposal of:
BAX Global, net of $90.3 million of cash disposed 1,010.7 -
Coal business - 5.0
Property and equipment and other assets 0.7 2.3
Other, net (0.5) -
Discontinued operations, net (5.2) (19.9)
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Net cash provided (used) by investing activities 365.6 (127.0)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Long term debt:
Additions - 51.5
Repayments (149.8) (38.1)
Short-term borrowings (repayments), net (11.1) 29.0
Dividends to:
Shareholders of The Brink's Company (1.4) (1.4)
Minority interest shareholders of subsidiaries (1.2) (0.3)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 6.2 1.0
Excess tax benefits from exercise of stock options 1.0 -
Other, net (0.1) 0.1
Discontinued operations, net 5.4 (4.8)
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Net cash provided (used) by financing activities (151.0) 37.0
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Effect of exchange rate changes on cash 2.2 (4.6)
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Cash and cash equivalents:
Increase (decrease) 62.4 (32.4)
Balance at beginning of period 96.2 169.0
Amount held by BAX Global at December 31, 2005 78.6 -
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Balance at end of period $ 237.2 136.6
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and Subsidiaries
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(Unaudited)
Note 1 - Basis of presentation
The Brink's Company (along with its subsidiaries, the "Company") has two
operating segments:
o Brink's, Incorporated ("Brink's")
o Brink's Home Security, Inc. ("BHS")
In November 2005, the Company's Board of Directors approved the sale of BAX
Global Inc. ("BAX Global"), a wholly owned freight transportation subsidiary of
the Company. Accordingly, BAX Global's results of operations have been reported
as discontinued operations for all periods presented. BAX Global's assets and
liabilities at December 31, 2005 have been classified as held for sale. In
January 2006, the Company sold BAX Global for approximately $1.1 billion in
cash, subject to final sales price adjustments.
The Company has significant liabilities associated with its former coal
operations and expects to have significant ongoing expenses and cash outflows
related to these operations.
The Company's unaudited consolidated financial statements have been prepared in
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles ("GAAP") for
interim financial reporting and applicable quarterly reporting regulations of
the Securities and Exchange Commission. Accordingly, the unaudited consolidated
financial statements do not include all of the information and notes required by
GAAP for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all
adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals) considered necessary for a
fair presentation have been included. Certain prior-period amounts have been
reclassified to conform to the current period's financial statement
presentation. Operating results for interim periods are not necessarily
indicative of the results that may be expected for the full year. For further
information, refer to the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year
ended December 31, 2005.
In accordance with GAAP, management of the Company has made a number of
estimates and assumptions relating to the reporting of assets and liabilities
and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities to prepare these
consolidated financial statements. Actual results could differ materially from
those estimates. The most significant estimates used by management are related
to goodwill and other long-lived assets, pension and other postretirement
benefit obligations, and deferred tax assets.
Adopted Standards
The Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standard ("SFAS") 123(R),
"Share-Based Payment," effective January 1, 2006. Prior to adopting SFAS 123(R),
the Company accounted for share-based compensation using the intrinsic-value
method under Accounting Principles Board Opinion 25, "Accounting for Stock
Issued to Employees" ("APB 25") as permitted by SFAS 123, "Accounting for
Stock-based Compensation." Under the intrinsic-value method no share-based
compensation cost was recognized as all options granted had an exercise price
equal to the market value of the underlying common stock on the date of grant.
SFAS 123(R) eliminates the use of the intrinsic-value method of accounting, and
requires companies to recognize the cost of employee services received in
exchange for awards of equity instruments based on the fair value of those
awards. In addition, SFAS 123(R) requires additional accounting and disclosures
for the income tax and cash flow effects of share-based payment arrangements.
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The Company adopted SFAS 123(R) using the "modified prospective" transition
method. Under the modified prospective transition method, the Company began
recognizing compensation cost on January 1, 2006, but did not restate prior
periods. The amount of compensation cost recognized was computed based on the
requirements of SFAS 123(R) for all share-based awards granted in 2006, and
based on the requirements of SFAS 123 for all unvested awards granted prior to
2006. Under FAS 123(R), cash flows from the tax benefit of tax deductions in
excess of the compensation cost recognized are classified in the consolidated
statements of cash flows as a financing activity. Under SFAS 123, these
cashflows were included in operating activities and the prior-year amounts have
not been reclassified. See note 6 for more information.
The Company adopted FSP FAS 115-1 and FAS 124-1, "The Meaning of
Other-Than-Temporary Impairment and Its Application to Certain Investments," on
January 1, 2006. This FSP requires the assessment of whether a cost method
investment is impaired at the end of each reporting period. The implementation
of this new FSP did not have a material effect on the Company's results of
operations or financial position.
Note 2 - Discontinued operations
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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BAX Global:
Gain on sale $ 584.6 -
Results of operations 7.0 6.9
Adjustments to contingent liabilities of former
operations (see note 12) (1.2) (3.4)
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Income from discontinued operations before income taxes 590.4 3.5
Income tax expense 211.2 0.4
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Income from discontinued operations $ 379.2 3.1
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As described in note 1, on January 31, 2006, the Company sold BAX Global for
approximately $1.1 billion in cash. The Company recorded a pretax gain of
approximately $585 million ($374 million after tax) on the sale. The final
purchase price and the gain on the sale will change to reflect the effects of
post-closing adjustments the Company believes are customary for a transaction of
this nature. The Company has either retained or indemnified the purchaser for
certain costs and contingencies including those for taxes and for a matter
currently in litigation as discussed in note 12. The Company has recognized a
$3.6 million stand-ready obligation in accordance with FASB Interpretation 45,
"Guarantor's Accounting and Disclosure Requirement for Guarantees, Including
Indirect Guarantees of Indebtedness of Others." The resolution of these matters
is expected to take several years.
The Company initially retained ownership of BAX Global's airline subsidiary, Air
Transport International, LLC ("ATI"), pending the receipt of required regulatory
approval. Regulatory approval was obtained and ATI was sold on February 28, 2006
for nominal consideration plus the assumption of certain liabilities. The
Company concluded that under FIN 46(R) "Consolidation of Variable Interest
Entities," ATI should not be included in the consolidated results of the Company
after January 31, 2006.
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BAX Global's results of operations, including ATI, have been reported as
discontinued operations for all periods presented. The following tables show
selected financial information included in discontinued operations for the month
of January 31, 2006 and the three months ended March 31, 2005.
One Month Ended Three Months
January 31, Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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BAX Global:
Revenues $ 230.0 623.5
Pretax income 7.0 6.9
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In accordance with SFAS 144, "Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of
Long-Lived Assets," BAX Global ceased depreciating and amortizing long-lived
assets after November 2005, the date that BAX Global was classified as held for
sale. Had BAX Global not ceased depreciation and amortization, its pretax income
in January 2006 would have been $3.7 million.
Interest expense included in discontinued operations was $0.2 million in January
2006, and $0.5 million in the first three months of 2005. Interest expense
recorded in discontinued operations includes only interest on third-party
borrowings made directly by BAX Global. The Company has not allocated other
consolidated interest expense to discontinued operations.
Note 3 - Capital stock
On March 8, 2006, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a "Dutch Auction"
self-tender offer to purchase up to 10,000,000 shares of the Company's common
stock. Under certain circumstances up to an additional 2% of the outstanding
common stock was authorized to be purchased in the tender offer. The tender
offer began on March 9, 2006 and expired on April 6, 2006, and was subject to
the terms and conditions described in the offering materials mailed to the
Company's shareholders and filed with the SEC. On April 11, 2006, the Company
purchased 10,355,263 shares in the tender offer at $51.20 per share for a total
of approximately $530 million in cash.
The Company is authorized to make repurchases of $100 million of additional
common stock from time to time as market conditions warrant and as covenants
under existing agreements permit. The repurchase program does not require the
Company to acquire any specific number of shares and may be terminated at any
time. Through May 2, 2006, the Company had not repurchased any shares under this
program.
Note 4 - Long-term debt
The Company made scheduled payments of $18.3 million in January 2006 related to
its Senior Notes. On March 31, 2006, the Company prepaid in full the outstanding
$58.4 million balance of its Senior Notes and made a make-whole payment of $1.6
million. The Senior Notes were cancelled upon prepayment.
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Note 5 - Marketable securities
At March 31, 2006, marketable securities of $589.8 million consisted primarily
of variable-rate demand notes issued by government agencies. The interest rates
on the variable-rate demand notes adjust periodically usually every 7 days,
based on market conditions. While the contractual maturities of the
variable-rate demand notes held by the Company are primarily greater than 10
years, the Company generally can redeem the notes for face value on each
interest rate adjustment date. The Company accounts for marketable securities in
accordance with SFAS 115, "Accounting for Certain Investments in Debt and Equity
Securities." Marketable securities have been classified as available-for-sale
securities and are reported at fair value. Unrealized gains and losses, if any,
are recognized in other comprehensive income (loss) and realized gains and
losses are recognized in earnings.
The information below reconciles the cost of investments to their fair value as
of March 31, 2006.
Gross Gross
unrealized unrealized
holding holding Fair
(In millions) Cost gains losses Value
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March 31, 2006
Government debt securities $ 576.3 - - 576.3
Equity securities 12.4 1.1 - 13.5
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Marketable securities $ 588.7 1.1 - 589.8
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Included in:
Current, included in marketable securities $ 576.3 - - 576.3
Noncurrent, included in other assets 12.4 1.1 - 13.5
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Marketable securities $ 588.7 1.1 - 589.8
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Realized gains and losses included in earnings and unrealized gains and losses
reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to earnings were not
significant for the three months ended March 31, 2006.
Note 6 - Share-based compensation plans
In May 2005, the shareholders of the Company approved the 2005 Equity Incentive
Plan (the "2005 Plan") as the successor plan to the 1988 Stock Option Plan (the
"1988 Plan"). As a result, options will no longer be granted under the 1988
Plan. The 2005 Plan is similar to the 1988 Plan but also allows for grants of
restricted stock and restricted stock units as well as performance units and
other share-based awards. No share-based awards other than stock options were
granted under the 2005 Plan. The Company also has a Non-Employee Directors'
Stock Option Plan (the "Directors' Plan").
Options are granted at a price not less than the average quoted market price on
the date of grant. All grants in the last three years under the 2005 Plan and
the 1988 Plan have a maximum term of six years and generally either vest over
three years from the date of grant or vest 100% at the end of the third year.
Directors' Plan options are granted with a maximum term of ten years and vest in
full at the end of six months. There are 4.6 million shares underlying options
that are authorized, but not yet granted. The Company uses shares from its
Employee Benefits Trust for stock option exercises. Although it has not
expressed any intent to do so, the Company has the right to amend, suspend, or
terminate the 1988 Plan or 2005 Plan at any time by action of the Company's
Board of Directors.
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As discussed in note 1, the Company adopted SFAS 123(R) on January 1, 2006. The
effect of adopting SFAS 123(R) on the consolidated statement of operations for
the three months ended March 31, 2006, is as follows:
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006
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Selling, general and administrative expense $ 1.5
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Income from continuing operations before income taxes (1.5)
Income tax expense (0.5)
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Income from continuing operations (1.0)
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax benefit
of $1.8 (a) (4.8)
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Net income (5.8)
Net income per common share:
Basic $ (0.10)
Diluted (0.10)
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(a) In conjunction with the sale of BAX Global in the first quarter of 2006,
328,247 options held by BAX Global employees were modified to become
immediately vested. This modification resulted in additional pretax
compensation expense of $6.6 million and is part of the calculated gain on
sale of BAX Global. The weighted-average exercise price of these options
was $25.67. As of March 31, 2006, 291,164 of the accelerated options had
been exercised.
The following table illustrates the pro forma effect on net income and earnings
per share if the fair value based method under SFAS 123 had been applied in the
2005 period:
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions, except per share amounts) 2005
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Net income:
As reported $ 13.6
Less: share-based compensation expense determined under
fair-value method, net of related tax effects (1.0)
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Pro forma $ 12.6
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Net income per share:
Basic, as reported $ 0.24
Basic, pro forma 0.23
Diluted, as reported $ 0.24
Diluted, pro forma 0.22
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The fair value of each stock option grant is estimated at the time of grant
using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. If a different option-pricing
model had been used, results may have been different.
The fair value of options that vest entirely at the end of a fixed period,
generally three years, is estimated using a single option approach and generally
amortized on a straight-line basis over the vesting period. The fair value of
options that vest ratably over three years is estimated using a multiple-option
approach and generally amortized on a straight-line basis over each separate
vesting period. Upon adoption of SFAS 123(R), compensation cost related to new
stock option grants that vest upon a participant reaching retirement eligibility
is recognized over the period from the grant date up to the retirement-eligible
date. If the Company had applied this provision prior to the adoption of 123(R),
compensation cost would have been $0.5 million lower in the first quarter of
2006.
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There were no options granted or modified in the first quarter of 2005. In the
first quarter of 2006, the Company recognized compensation expense related to
all options held by employees of BAX Global that were modified to accelerate
vesting provisions. The fair value of options granted and the fair value of
options accelerated during the first quarter of 2006 were calculated using the
following estimated weighted-average assumptions.
Options Options
granted accelerated
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Number of shares underlying options, in thousands 10 328
Weighted-average exercise price per share $ 49.02 25.67
Assumptions:
Expected dividend yield:
Weighted average 0.4% 0.3%
Range 0.4% 0.2% to 0.3%
Expected volatility:
Weighted-average 33.0% 29.1%
Range 33.0% 25.7 to 32.1%
Risk-free interest rate:
Weighted-average 4.7% 4.1%
Range 4.6 to 4.7% 3.7 to 4.7%
Expected term in years:
Weighted-average 4.0 0.5
Range 3.0 to 5.0 0.3 - 0.7
Forfeiture rate 8% -
Weighted-average fair value estimates at grant date and modification
date, respectively:
In millions $ 0.2 6.6
Fair value per share $ 15.27 20.11
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The expected dividend yield is calculated by annualizing the cash dividend
declared by the Company for the most recent period equal to the expected term
and dividing that result by the closing stock price on the date of declaration.
Dividends are not paid on options.
The expected volatility is estimated after reviewing the historical volatility
of the Company's stock using daily close prices.
The risk-free interest rate is based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect
at the time of the grant.
The expected term of the options is based on the Company's historical option
exercise data for all exercise patterns.
A summary of option activity under the plans for the three months ended March
31, 2006 is presented below:
Weighted-Average Aggregate
Weighted-Average Remaining Intrinsic
Shares Exercise Price Contractual Term Value
(in thousands) Per Share (in years) (in millions)
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Outstanding at December 31, 2005 2,339 $ 28.25
Granted 10 49.02
Exercised (408) 24.29
Forfeited or expired (7) 33.67
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Outstanding at March 31, 2006 1,934 $ 29.17 4.2 $ 41.8
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Exercisable at March 31, 2006 733 $ 23.63 3.3 $ 19.9
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The intrinsic value of a stock option is the difference between the market price
of the shares underlying the option and exercise price of the option. During the
three months ended March 31, 2006, the aggregate intrinsic value of options
exercised was $10.4 million.
As of March 31, 2006, $4.9 million of total unrecognized compensation cost
related to previously granted stock options is expected to be recognized over a
weighted-average period of 0.9 years.
Note 7 - Earnings per share
Basic and diluted weighted-average share information used to compute the
Company's earnings per common share was as follows:
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions of shares) 2006 2005
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Weighted-average shares outstanding:
Basic 57.7 55.7
Effect of dilutive stock options 0.6 0.8
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Diluted 58.3 56.5
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Shares of the Company's common stock held by The Brink's Company Employee
Benefits Trust (the "Trust") that have not been allocated to employees under the
Company's various benefit plans are excluded from earnings per share
calculations since they are treated as treasury shares for the calculation of
earnings per share. The Trust held 0.6 million unallocated shares at March 31,
2006 and 0.8 million unallocated shares at March 31, 2005. There were no
significant antidilutive stock options excluded from dilutive stock options in
the three months ended March 31, 2006 and 2005.
Note 8 - Segment information
The Company conducts business in two operating segments: Brink's and BHS. These
reportable segments are identified by the Company based on how resources are
allocated and operating decisions are made. Management evaluates performance and
allocates resources based on operating profit or loss, excluding corporate
allocations.
Brink's offers services globally including armored car transportation, automated
teller machine ("ATM") replenishment and servicing, currency and deposit
processing including its "Cash Logistics" operations, coin sorting and wrapping,
arranging the secure air transportation of valuables ("Global Services") and the
deploying and servicing of safes and safe control devices, including its
patented CompuSafe(R) service. Brink's operates in approximately 50 countries.
BHS offers monitored security services in North America primarily for
owner-occupied, single-family residences. To a lesser extent, BHS offers
security services for commercial and multi-family properties. BHS typically
installs and owns the on-site security systems, and charges fees to monitor and
service the systems.
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Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions of shares) 2006 2005
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Revenues:
Brink's $ 558.9 509.2
BHS 104.7 91.9
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Revenues $ 663.6 601.1
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Operating profit:
Brink's $ 39.6 30.3
BHS 23.4 22.5
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Business segments 63.0 52.8
Former operations (6.9) (13.2)
Corporate (12.0) (10.6)
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Operating profit $ 44.1 29.0
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Note 9 - Pension and other postretirement benefits
Pension
The Company has defined benefit pension plans covering substantially all U.S.
non-union employees who meet certain minimum requirements. The Company also has
other defined benefit plans for eligible non-U.S. employees.
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company froze benefit levels for its U.S. defined
benefit pension plans. As a result, participants in The Brink's Company Pension
Retirement Plan and The Brink's Company Pension Equalization Plan ceased to earn
additional benefits, although participants who have not met requirements for
vesting will continue to accrue vesting service in accordance with terms of the
plans. In addition, on January 1, 2006, the Company increased the matching
contribution under The Brink's Company 401(k) plan from 75% to 125% of the first
5% of compensation saved through the 401(k) plan.
The Company has retained the obligations and assets related to the participation
of BAX Global's employees in the Company's U.S. pension plans. Pension
obligations and assets of BAX Global's non-U.S. subsidiaries have been assumed
by the purchaser. Pension expenses for BAX Global employees for 2005 and January
2006 have been included in discontinued operations. After January 31, 2006, the
date of sale, pension expense related to participation by BAX Global employees
in U.S. pension plans has been included in continuing operations within costs of
former operations.
The net pension cost for the Company's U.S. and non-U.S. pension plans was as
follows:
(In millions) U.S. Plans Non-U.S. Plans Total
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Three months ended March 31, 2006 2005 2006 2005 2006 2005
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Service cost $ - 7.0 2.4 2.5 2.4 9.5
Interest cost on projected benefit obligation 10.3 10.8 2.3 2.7 12.6 13.5
Return on assets - expected (12.6) (12.5) (2.3) (2.4) (14.9) (14.9)
Other amortization, net 3.9 5.3 1.1 0.9 5.0 6.2
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Net pension cost $ 1.6 10.6 3.5 3.7 5.1 14.3
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Included in:
Continuing operations $ 1.4 7.8 3.1 2.5 4.5 10.3
Discontinued operations 0.2 2.8 0.4 1.2 0.6 4.0
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Net pension cost $ 1.6 10.6 3.5 3.7 5.1 14.3
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Based on December 31, 2005 assumptions and funding regulations, the Company is
not required to make a contribution to the primary U.S. plan in 2006. No
decision has been made as to whether or not a voluntary contribution will be
made to the primary U.S. pension plan during 2006. The Company made
contributions to its non-U.S. pension plans of $1.1 million in the first quarter
of 2006. The Company expects to contribute approximately $3.8 million to its
non-U.S. pension plans for the full year of 2006.
Other postretirement benefits
Company-Sponsored Plans
The Company provides certain postretirement benefits (the "Company-sponsored
plans") for eligible active and retired employees in the U.S. and Canada of the
Company's current and former businesses, including eligible participants of
former coal operations (the "coal-related" plans). The U.S. postretirement
obligations related to BAX Global were assumed by the purchaser in January 2006.
BAX Global postretirement expenses have been included in discontinued
operations. The components of net periodic postretirement costs related to
Company-sponsored plans were as follows:
(In millions) Coal-related plans Other plans Total
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Three months ended March 31, 2006 2005 2006 2005 2006 2005
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Service cost $ - - 0.1 0.3 0.1 0.3
Interest cost on accumulated
postretirement benefit
obligations ("APBO") 8.4 8.6 0.3 0.4 8.7 9.0
Return on assets - expected (8.6) (3.7) - - (8.6) (3.7)
Amortization of losses 4.4 4.4 - 0.1 4.4 4.5
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Net postretirement benefit costs $ 4.2 9.3 0.4 0.8 4.6 10.1
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Included in:
Continuing operations $ 4.2 9.3 0.3 0.4 4.5 9.7
Discontinued operations - - 0.1 0.4 0.1 0.4
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Net postretirement benefit costs $ 4.2 9.3 0.4 0.8 4.6 10.1
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In January 2006, the Company contributed $225 million to the Voluntary
Employees' Beneficiary Association trust ("VEBA") upon the completion of the
sale of BAX Global. This VEBA has been restricted to pay benefits associated
with coal-related plans. Since the balance of the VEBA is now in excess of the
liability previously recorded, coal-related plans have a noncurrent asset of
$100.7 million after the $225 million contribution.
Pneumoconiosis (Black Lung) Benefits
The Company is self-insured with respect to black lung benefits. The components
of net periodic postretirement benefit costs related to black lung benefits were
as follows:
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Interest cost on APBO $ 0.7 0.8
Amortization of losses 0.3 0.4
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Net periodic postretirement costs $ 1.0 1.2
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Note 10 - Supplemental cash flow information
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Cash paid for:
Interest $ 5.4 4.8
Income taxes, net of refunds 15.7 11.8
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Other noncash financing activities - settlement of
employee benefits with Company common shares (a) $ 4.0 9.9
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(a) Beginning on January 1, 2006, the Company made matching contributions
related to its 401(k) plans in cash rather than shares of Company's common
stock. For the three months ended March 31, 2005, the Company made matching
stock contributions of $2.9 million to its 401(k) plans.
Note 11 - Comprehensive income (loss)
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Net income $ 403.4 13.6
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of divestitures,
reclasses and taxes:
Minimum pension liability 11.1 -
Foreign currency translation adjustments (4.4) (17.5)
Marketable securities - 0.1
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Comprehensive income (loss) $ 410.1 (3.8)
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Note 12 - Contingencies
Value-added taxes and customs duties
During 2004, the company determined that one of its non-U.S. Brink's business
units had not paid customs duties and VAT with respect to the importation of
certain goods and services. The Company was advised that civil and criminal
penalties could be asserted for the non-payment of these customs duties and VAT.
Although no penalties have been asserted to date, they could be asserted at any
time. The business unit has provided the appropriate government authorities with
an accounting of unpaid customs duties and VAT and has made payments covering
its calculated unpaid VAT. The Company believes that the range of reasonably
possible losses is between $0.4 million and $3.0 million for potential penalties
on unpaid VAT and has accrued $0.4 million. The Company believes that the range
of possible losses for unpaid customs duties and associated penalties, none of
which has been accrued, is between $0 and $35 million. The Company believes that
the assertion of the penalties on unpaid customs duties would be excessive and
would vigorously defend against any such assertion. The Company does not expect
to be assessed interest charges in connection with any penalties that may be
asserted. The Company continues to diligently pursue the timely resolution of
this matter and, accordingly, the Company's estimate of the potential losses
could change materially in future periods. The assertion of potential penalties
may be material to the Company's financial position and results of operations.
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Health Benefit Act
The Company is obligated to pay premiums to the United Mine Workers of America
("UMWA") Combined Benefit Fund, as described in the Company's 2005 Annual Report
on Form 10-K. At March 31, 2006, the Company had $174.1 million recorded for the
obligation, reflecting the recorded liability at December 31, 2005 less payments
made in 2006 and $1.1 million of expense recorded in the first three months of
2006 to reflect a slight increase in the number of beneficiaries.
Indemnification of claim against BAX Global
BAX Global is defending a claim related to the apparent diversion by a third
party of goods being transported for a customer. Although BAX Global is
defending this claim vigorously and believes that its defenses have merit, it is
possible that this claim ultimately may be decided in favor of the claimant. If
so, the Company expects that the ultimate amount of reasonably possible
unaccrued losses could range from $0 to $9 million. The Company has
contractually indemnified the purchaser of BAX Global for this contingency.
Other loss contingencies
The Company recorded expense of $3.6 million in the first three months of 2005
to reflect an increase in the estimated cost of reclamation at its former coal
mines. The estimate of the cost of reclamation may change in the future. The
Company also has other contingent liabilities, primarily related to former
operations, including those for expected settlement of coal-related workers'
compensation claims.
Gain contingency - insurance claims
The Company expects to file insurance claims of $5.0 million to $8.5 million
related to property damage and business interruption insurance coverage for
losses sustained from Hurricane Katrina for Brink's and BHS. As of March 31,
2006 the Company has recorded a receivable of $2.2 million for claims to be
filed, which equals the amount of hurricane-related property losses recognized
to date. Because the Company's property damage insurance coverage provides for
replacement value, the Company expects to record proceeds in excess of realized
losses when the claims are ultimately settled. Claims for lost revenues under
business interruption coverage will be recognized as operating income when the
claims are settled.
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THE BRINK'S COMPANY
and Subsidiaries
MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL CONDITION
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OPERATIONS
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The Brink's Company (along with its subsidiaries, the "Company") has two
operating segments:
o Brink's, Incorporated ("Brink's") Brink's offers services globally
including armored car transportation,
automated teller machine ("ATM")
replenishment and servicing, currency
and deposit processing, including its
"Cash Logistics" operations, coin
sorting and wrapping, arranging the
secure air transportation of valuables
("Global Services") and the deploying
and servicing of safes and safe control
devices, including its patented
CompuSafe(R) service and transporting,
sorting, and destroying sensitive
information ("Secure Data Solutions").
o Brink's Home Security, Inc. ("BHS") BHS offers monitored security services
in North America primarily for
owner-occupied, single-family
residences. To a lesser extent, BHS
offers security services for commercial
properties. BHS typically installs and
owns the on-site home security systems
and charges fees to monitor and service
the systems.
On January 31, 2006, the Company sold BAX Global Inc. ("BAX Global"), a wholly
owned freight transportation subsidiary, for approximately $1.1 billion in cash
and recorded a pretax gain of approximately $584 million. The Company initially
retained ownership of Air Transport International, LLC ("ATI"), BAX Global's
former airline subsidiary, pending receipt of required regulatory approvals.
Regulatory approval was obtained and ATI was sold for nominal consideration plus
the assumption of certain liabilities on February 28, 2006.
The Company used the after-tax proceeds as follows:
o On January 31, 2006, the Company contributed $225 million to a Voluntary
Employee Beneficiary Association trust ("VEBA") designated to pay retiree
medical obligations to former coal operations employees;
o On March 31, 2006, the Company paid $60 million to settle outstanding
Senior Notes including a make-whole payment of $1.6 million;
o During the quarter ended March 31, 2006, the Company reduced other debt by
approximately $100 million;
o On April 6, 2006, the Company repurchased 10,355,263 shares of the
Company's common stock at $51.20 per share for $530.2 million.
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The Company currently expects to use the remaining after-tax proceeds to:
o Pay taxes related to the sale of BAX Global;
o Repurchase additional common stock;
o Support future growth and other activities of the Company.
BAX Global's results of operations, including ATI, have been reported within
discontinued operations for all periods reported. The Company has either
retained or indemnified the purchaser for certain liabilities and contingencies.
The Company has significant obligations associated with its former coal
operations and could have significant ongoing expenses and cash outflows related
to its former coal operations. The Company has funded a significant portion of
its coal operations-related postretirement medical benefit obligation, including
the previously mentioned January 31, 2006 contribution of $225 million to the
VEBA.
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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
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Overview
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Income from:
Continuing operations $ 24.2 10.5
Discontinued operations 379.2 3.1
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Net income $ 403.4 13.6
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The income items in the above table are reported after tax.
Income from continuing operations before income taxes improved in the first
quarter of 2006 versus the first quarter of the prior year primarily due to
improved operating profit at Brink's and BHS, and lower expenses related to
former operations.
Operating profits improved during the first quarter of 2006 versus the prior
year on stronger performance at Brink's and BHS. Brink's operating profit
improved in the first quarter of 2006 from the same prior year period primarily
due to lower employee benefit costs in North America, higher revenues in South
America and globally lower safety and security costs. BHS continued to report
improved operating results. Expenses related to former operations were reduced
primarily due to the benefit of the higher funding level in the VEBA.
Income from discontinued operations in the first quarter of 2006 was primarily a
result of the gain on the sale of BAX Global.
The following items had a significant impact on the comparability of results for
the first quarter of 2006 and the first quarter of 2005.
o As mentioned in note 9 to the consolidated financial statements, the
Company froze pension benefit levels for its U.S. defined benefit pension
plans effective January 1, 2006, and enhanced benefits for its U.S. defined
contribution plan participants. The Company's expense was $4.9 million
lower in the first quarter of 2006 as a result of these changes. These
changes will continue to impact year-over-year quarterly comparisons for
the balance of the year.
o During the first quarter of 2006, the Company adopted SFAS 123(R) using the
modified prospective transition method and recognized share-based
compensation expense in continuing operations before income taxes of $1.5
million ($0.02 per diluted share after tax). Share-based compensation
expenses were $0.4 million at Brink's, $0.3 million at BHS and $0.8 million
at Corporate. The Company expects share-based compensation expense in
continuing operations before income taxes for 2006 to be between $8 million
and $10 million. The Company expects up to 50% of this expense may be
recognized in the third quarter. The estimate assumes the number of options
granted in 2006 will be similar to prior-year grants. Under the modified
prospective transition method, prior periods were not restated. See notes 1
and 6 to the consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the adoption of SFAS 123(R).
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Consolidated Review
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Revenues:
Brink's $ 558.9 509.2 10
BHS 104.7 91.9 14
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Revenues $ 663.6 601.1 10
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Operating profit:
Brink's $ 39.6 30.3 31
BHS 23.4 22.5 4
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Business segments 63.0 52.8 19
Former operations (6.9) (13.2) (48)
Corporate (12.0) (10.6) 13
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Operating profit $ 44.1 29.0 52
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The Company's operating profit increased 52% in the first quarter of 2006
compared to the same period last year primarily as a result of lower employee
and retiree benefit expenses and lower safety and security expenses. Brink's
operating profit for the first quarter 2006 also included improved operating
profit in the U.S. and continued operating profit growth in South America.
Operating profit in Europe was slightly lower than the weak first quarter of
2005. BHS' operating profit for the current quarter also improved due to
incremental revenues and cost efficiencies generated from the larger subscriber
base.
Expenses related to former operations were $6.3 million lower in the first
quarter of 2006 compared to the same period last year primarily due to lower
postretirement medical expenses, which benefited from projected earnings on the
$225 million contribution to the VEBA on January 31, 2006.
Revenue growth rates for operations outside the U.S. include the effect of
changes in currency exchange rates. On occasion in this report, the change in
revenue versus the prior year has been disclosed using constant currency
exchange rates in order to provide information about growth rates without the
impact of changing foreign currency exchange rates. Growth at constant-currency
exchange rates equates to growth as measured in local currency. This measurement
of growth using constant-currency exchange rates is higher than growth computed
using actual currency exchange rates when the U.S. dollar is strengthening and
lower when the U.S. dollar is weakening. Changes in currency exchange rates did
not materially affect period-to-period comparisons of segment operating profit
for the periods presented herein. Relative to most European currencies relevant
to the Company, the U.S. dollar strengthened in the first quarter of 2006
compared to the same period in 2005. Currencies in most South American
countries, other than Venezuela, strengthened against the U.S. dollar in the
first quarter of 2006 versus the same period last year. Currencies in most
Asia-Pacific countries except Hong-Kong weakened against the U.S. dollar in the
first quarter of 2006 versus the same period last year.
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The following table provides supplemental information related to Organic Revenue
Growth which is not required by U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
("GAAP"). The Company defines Organic Revenue Growth as the change in revenue
from the prior year due to factors such as changes in prices for products and
services (including the effect of fuel surcharges), changes in business volumes
and changes in product mix. Estimates of changes due to fluctuations in foreign
currency exchange rates and the effects of new acquisitions are excluded from
Organic Revenue Growth.
Three Months % change
(In millions) Ended March 31, from 2005
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2005 revenues:
Brink's $ 509.2 N/A
BHS 91.9 N/A
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$ 601.1 N/A
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Effects on revenue of acquisitions
and dispositions, net:
Brink's $ 21.5 4
BHS - -
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$ 21.5 4
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Effects on revenue of changes in
currency exchange rates:
Brink's $ (16.6) (3)
BHS 0.1 -
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$ (16.5) (3)
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Organic Revenue Growth:
Brink's $ 44.8 9
BHS 12.7 14
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$ 57.5 10
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2006 revenues:
Brink's $ 558.9 10
BHS 104.7 14
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$ 663.6 10
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The supplemental Organic Revenue Growth information presented above is non-GAAP
financial information that management believes is an important measure to
evaluate results of existing operations without the effects of acquisitions,
dispositions and currency exchange rates. The limitation of this measure is that
the effects of acquisitions, dispositions and changes in values of foreign
currencies cannot be completely separated from changes in prices and volume of a
unit's base business. This supplemental non-GAAP information does not affect net
income or any other reported amounts. This supplemental non-GAAP information
should be viewed in conjunction with the Company's consolidated statements of
operations.
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Brink's, Incorporated
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Revenues:
North America (a) $ 201.3 186.0 8
International 357.6 323.2 11
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$ 558.9 509.2 10
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Operating profit:
North America (a) $ 18.4 12.7 45
International 21.2 17.6 20
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$ 39.6 30.3 31
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Cash flow information:
Depreciation and amortization $ 23.2 21.2 9
Capital expenditures 19.9 31.4 (37)
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(a) U.S. and Canada.
Overview
Revenues at Brink's were higher in the first quarter of 2006 compared to the
prior-year period as a result of a combination of the effects of core business
growth and newly acquired businesses partially offset by changes in currency
exchange rates. Operating profit in the first quarter of 2006 was higher than
the same period in 2005 largely as a result of lower employee benefit expenses
in the U.S., lower global safety and security expenses and strong performance in
South America. In Europe, cost improvements were largely offset by continued
losses in certain countries.
During the first quarter of 2006, Brink's fuel costs increased significantly due
to market conditions, however, operating profit has not been significantly
affected as fuel surcharges to customers have recovered the majority of these
cost increases. Brink's expects fuel cost may continue to increase during the
second quarter of 2006 depending on the market for fuel. Brink's ability to
recover increased fuel costs through fuel surcharges could affect operating
profit for the remainder of 2006.
The Company expects Brink's to generate operating profit margins approaching 7%
in 2006.
North America
North American revenues increased in 2006 compared to the same period in 2005
primarily as the result of improvements in all lines of business. Operating
profit in the first quarter of 2006 was higher compared to the same period in
2005 due primarily to improved volumes and lower pension, other employee
benefits and safety and security costs.
Pension expense was $4.4 million lower in the first quarter of 2006 as a result
of the Company's decision to freeze U.S. defined benefit pension plan benefits
at December 31, 2005. This decrease was partially offset by a $1.1 million
increase in the expense associated with the U.S. defined contribution plans as
these benefits were enhanced. Net expenses at Brink's are expected to be between
$13 million and $14 million lower for the full year of 2006 compared to 2005.
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International
Revenues increased in the first quarter of 2006 over the first quarter of last
year in all regions. Revenue increases in Europe were primarily the result of
acquisitions. South America and Asia-Pacific revenue increases were primarily
due to organic revenue growth. International operating profit in the first
quarter of 2006 was higher than the first quarter of 2005 primarily due to the
effects of strong volumes in South America and lower safety and security costs.
Europe. Revenues increased to $238.5 million in the first quarter of 2006 when
compared to $223.9 million from the same period last year, an increase of 7%
(16% on a constant currency basis) largely as a result of acquisitions.
Operating profit was slightly lower in the first quarter of 2006 due to
continued reduced sales volumes and low profit margins in several European
countries, especially the United Kingdom, partially offset by improved
performance in France and lower expenses from Belgium and the Netherlands.
Operations in Belgium and the Netherlands were restructured in 2005 and as a
result costs savings were realized in the 2006 period compared to the prior-year
quarter. The Company expects Brink's European results of operation to be
stronger in the second half of 2006 as a result of realizing restructuring
savings on actions taken in the fourth quarter of 2005.
Brink's acquired operations in Luxembourg, Scotland and Ireland in the first
quarter of 2005, and Poland, Hungary, and the Czech Republic in the second
quarter of 2005. These acquisitions increased revenues by $21.5 million in the
first quarter of 2006 compared to the same period last year but did not have a
significant impact on operating profit.
South America. Revenues increased to $100.7 million in the first quarter of 2006
from $82.1 million in the first quarter of 2005, an increase of 23% over the
same period last year (19% on a constant currency basis) primarily due to higher
volumes across the region. Operating profit in the first quarter of 2006 was 18%
higher than the first quarter of 2005 primarily due to above-mentioned volume
increases, particularly in Venezuela, Chile and Argentina and productivity
improvements across the region. The increase in operating profit was partially
offset by operating losses in Brazil as a result of continuing price
competition.
Asia-Pacific. Revenues increased to $18.4 million in the first quarter of 2006
from $17.2 million in the first quarter of 2005, an increase of 7% (10% on a
constant currency basis). This increase was primarily due to stronger
performance in Hong Kong and Japan. Operating profit in the first quarter of
2006 was about the same as 2005, reflecting improved performance, offset by
lower operating profit in Australia and $0.2 million higher regional expenses.
Brink's is in discussions with a customer in the Asia-Pacific region regarding
the continued provision of service, but the customer recently indicated that it
does not intend to continue to use Brink's. Depending upon the outcome of these
discussions, the Company could lose annualized revenues of approximately $25
million and may record impairment and restructuring charges, currently estimated
to be up to $10 million, and income tax valuation allowances.
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Brink's Home Security
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Revenues $ 104.7 91.9 14
Operating profit:
Recurring services (a) $ 43.6 41.5 5
Investment in new subscribers (b) (20.2) (19.0) 6
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$ 23.4 22.5 4
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Monthly recurring revenues (c) $ 30.1 26.9 12
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Cash flow information:
Depreciation and amortization (d) $ 15.8 13.9 14
Impairment charges from
subscriber disconnects 10.7 8.8 22
Amortization of deferred revenue (e) (7.3) (6.5) 12
Deferral of subscriber acquisition
costs (current year payments) (6.1) (5.0) 22
Deferral of revenue from new
subscribers (current year receipts) 11.0 9.6 15
Capital expenditures (f) (42.1) (43.2) (3)
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(a) Reflects operating profit generated from the existing subscriber base
including the amortization of deferred revenues.
(b) Primarily marketing and selling expenses, net of the deferral of direct
selling expenses (primarily a portion of sales commissions), incurred in
the acquisition of new subscribers.
(c) See "Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures - Monthly Recurring Revenues."
(d) Includes amortization of deferred subscriber acquisition costs.
(e) Includes amortization of deferred revenue from active subscriber accounts,
as well as the immediate recognition of deferred revenue from subscriber
disconnects.
(f) Capital expenditures in the first quarter of 2006 includes $5.3 million for
the development of the Knoxville facility. Capital expenditures in the
first quarter of 2005 included $10.2 million for the purchase of BHS's
headquarters in Irving, Texas. The facility was formerly leased.
Revenues
The increase in BHS' revenues in the first quarter of 2006 over the comparable
2005 period was primarily due to a larger subscriber base and slightly higher
average monitoring rates. These factors also contributed to a 12% increase in
monthly recurring revenues for March 2006 as compared to March 2005. The Company
intends to selectively raise monitoring prices in the future.
Operating profit
Operating profit increased $0.9 million for the first quarter of 2006 compared
to the same period in 2005 as higher profit from recurring services was
partially offset by increased investment in new subscribers. Higher profit from
recurring services in the first quarter of 2006 was primarily due to incremental
revenues and cost efficiencies generated from the larger subscriber base
partially offset by incremental operating cost for the new Knoxville facility
and loss of revenue from subscribers who disconnected as a result of Hurricane
Katrina. Higher investment in new subscribers was primarily due to volume
increases in BHS' traditional branch operations, partially offset by a reduction
in net cost incurred in installation activity performed for major home builders.
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BHS continues to increase its presence in commercial alarm installation and
monitoring and increase the volume of its installation business in new homes
through its expanding relationships with major home builders. As a result, the
cost of investment in new subscribers continues to grow faster than monitored
activations as BHS develops the resources needed to achieve its business
objectives. The construction of a second monitoring center in Knoxville,
Tennessee, is complete and the facility began operations on February 28, 2006.
The Knoxville center provides additional service capacity for the existing
subscriber base, increased capacity to sustain BHS' continued growth and to
provide enhanced security and disaster recovery capabilities. Operating the new
facility is resulted in additional administrative expense. These initiatives are
expected to have a positive impact on future growth and productivity.
Rising fuel costs and copper prices during the first quarter of 2006 have not
significantly affected operating profit primarily because a large portion of
these costs are capitalized as part of the cost of installing new monitoring
sites. If fuel and copper costs remain high, and BHS is not able to increase
prices, margins in the future could suffer.
Subscriber activity
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In thousands) 2006 2005 change
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Number of subscribers:
Beginning of period 1,018.8 921.4
Installations (a) 43.1 39.3 10
Disconnects (a) (14.2) (13.6) 4
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End of period 1,047.7 947.1 11
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Average number of subscribers 1,032.5 933.6 11
Annualized disconnect rate (b) 5.5% 5.8%
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(a) Customers who move from one location and then initiate a new service
agreement at a new location are not included in either installations or
disconnects. Dealer accounts cancelled and charged back to the dealer
during the specified contract term are also excluded from installations and
disconnects. Inactive sites that are returned to service reduce
disconnects. No additional disconnects were recorded for the first quarter
of 2006 as a result of Hurricane Katrina.
(b) The disconnect rate is a ratio, the numerator of which is the number of
customer cancellations during the period and the denominator of which is
the average number of subscribers during the period. The gross number of
customer cancellations is reduced for customers who move from one location
and then initiate a new service agreement at a new location, accounts
charged back to the dealers because the customers cancelled service during
the specified contractual term and inactive sites that are returned to
active service during the period.
Installations were 10% higher in the first quarter of 2006 as compared to the
same period of 2005, primarily due to growth in traditional installation volume
and to a lesser extent from installations obtained through the growing dealer
network and home builder activity.
Disconnect rates are typically higher in the second and third calendar quarters
of the year because of an increase in residential moves during summer months.
The annualized disconnect rate for the first quarter of 2006 decreased to 5.5%
compared to 5.8% for the same period of 2005. BHS has reduced the disconnect
rate in recent years by improving subscriber selection and retention processes.
The disconnect rate may not materially improve in the future, since a certain
amount of disconnects cannot be prevented because of factors such as customer
moves.
BHS observed a slowing in the rate of household moves in many regions of the
country during the first quarter of 2006. Household moves drive a significant
part of BHS' installation activity, and also are the largest reason for
monitoring contract cancellations. Therefore, for the next several quarters the
growth rate of new installations may slow somewhat, and disconnect rates may
improve, when compared to the same quarters in 2005.
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Approximately 4,700 disconnects were caused by Hurricane Katrina (all of which
were recorded in 2005). BHS anticipates filing insurance claims related to
Hurricane Katrina for property damage insurance coverage for losses sustained in
2005 and 2006 and claims under its business interruption policy for lost
revenues. BHS believes claims will range from approximately $4 million to $7
million. The Company expects property losses of $2.2 million to be fully covered
by insurance and, as such, recognized insurance recoveries in 2005 to the extent
of recorded property losses. Because the Company's insurance coverage provides
for replacement value, it may record proceeds in excess of realized losses when
its claim is ultimately settled. Insurance proceeds for business interruption
insurance will be recognized as a gain when claims are settled.
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Measures - Monthly Recurring Revenues
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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March:
Monthly recurring revenues ("MRR") (a) $ 30.1 26.9
Amounts excluded from MRR:
Amortization of deferred revenue 2.5 2.3
Other revenues (b) 3.1 2.2
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Revenues on a GAAP basis $ 35.7 31.4
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Revenues on a GAAP basis:
March $ 35.7 31.4
January - February 69.0 60.5
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January - March $ 104.7 91.9
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(a) MRR is calculated based on the number of subscribers at period end
multiplied by the average fee per subscriber received in the last month of
the period for contracted monitoring and maintenance services.
(b) Revenues that are not pursuant to monthly contractual billings.
The Company uses MRR to evaluate BHS' performance and believes the presentation
of MRR is useful to investors because the measure is widely used in the industry
to assess the amount of recurring revenues from subscriber fees that a home
security business produces. This supplemental non-GAAP information should be
viewed in addition to, not in lieu of, the Company's consolidated statements of
operations.
Corporate Expense - The Brink's Company
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Corporate expense $ 12.0 10.6 13
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Corporate expense was higher in the first quarter of 2006 compared to the same
2005 period. Corporate expenses in the first quarter of 2006 include
compensation costs of $0.8 million due to the adoption of SFAS 123(R). See notes
1 and 6 to the consolidated financial statements for further information
regarding the adoption of SFAS 123(R). The Company expects corporate expenses to
decline in the full-year 2006 compared to 2005 primarily due to lower
professional fees.
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Former Operations - included in Continuing Operations
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Company-sponsored postretirement
benefits other than pensions $ 4.4 9.4 (53)
Black lung 1.0 1.2 (17)
Pension 0.6 1.0 (40)
Administrative, legal and other coal
expenses, net 1.5 2.3 (35)
Gains on sales of property and
equipment and other income (0.6) (0.7) (14)
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$ 6.9 13.2 (48)
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Former operations expenses decreased by 48% in the first quarter of 2006
compared to the same period last year primarily due to lower postretirement
medical expenses. Postretirement benefit expenses were lower due to higher
return on plan assets from the $225 million contribution to the VEBA made in
January 2006.
Administrative, legal and other expenses, net, were lower and are expected to
continue to decline as administrative functions related to former natural
resource operations are reduced and remaining residual assets are sold. Expenses
related to residual assets include property taxes, insurance and lease payments.
Foreign Operations
The Company operates in approximately 50 countries, each with a local currency
other than the U.S. dollar. Because the financial results of the Company are
reported in U.S. dollars, results are affected by changes in the value of the
various foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar. Changes in exchange
rates may also affect transactions which are denominated in currencies other
than the functional currency of the affected subsidiary. The diversity of
foreign operations helps to mitigate a portion of the impact that foreign
currency fluctuations in any one country may have on the Company's consolidated
results. The Company, from time to time, may use foreign currency forward
contracts to hedge transactional risks associated with foreign currencies. No
forward currency forward contracts were outstanding at March 31, 2006.
Translation adjustments of net monetary assets and liabilities denominated in
the local currency relating to operations in countries with highly inflationary
economies are included in net income, along with all transaction gains or losses
for the period.
Brink's Venezuelan subsidiaries were considered to be operating in a highly
inflationary economy during 2002. However, effective January 1, 2003, the
economy in Venezuela was no longer considered to be highly inflationary. It is
possible that Venezuela may be considered highly inflationary again at some time
in the future. No subsidiaries operated in highly inflationary economies for the
three months ending March 31, 2006 and 2005.
The Company is exposed to certain risks when it operates in highly inflationary
economies, including the risk that
o the rate of price increases for services will not keep pace with cost of
inflation;
o adverse economic conditions in the highly inflationary country may
discourage business growth which could affect the demand for the
Company's services; and
o the devaluation of the currency may exceed the rate of inflation and
reported U.S. dollar revenues and profits may decline.
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Brink's Venezuela is also subject to local laws and regulatory interpretations
that determine the exchange rate at which repatriating dividends may be
converted. It is possible that Brink's Venezuela may be subject to less
favorable exchange rates on dividend remittances in the future. The Company's
reported U.S. dollar revenues, earnings and equity would be adversely affected
if Brink's Venezuela were to change to a less favorable currency exchange rate.
The Company is also subject to other risks customarily associated with doing
business in foreign countries, including labor and economic conditions,
political instability, controls on repatriation of earnings and capital,
nationalization, expropriation and other forms of restrictive action by local
governments. The future effects, if any, of such risks on the Company cannot be
predicted.
Other Operating Income, Net
The line items below are recorded within operating profit of the two business
segments, or within corporate or former operations expenses.
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Share in earnings of equity affiliates $ 0.8 0.7 14
Royalty income 0.7 0.5 40
Gains (losses) on sales of operating assets, net (0.3) 0.2 NM
Foreign currency transaction losses, net - (0.4) (100)
Other 0.6 0.5 20
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$ 1.8 1.5 20
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Nonoperating Income and Expense
Interest expense
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Interest expense $ 4.3 4.1 5
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Interest expense in the first quarter of 2006 was about the same as the first
quarter of 2005 as a lower outstanding debt balance offset higher interest
rates.
The Company expects interest expense to be lower for the remainder of the year
as a result of the payment of the Senior Notes and other debt with the proceeds
from the sale of BAX Global.
Interest and other income (expense), net
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Interest income $ 5.8 0.9 200+
Dividend income from real estate investment 1.1 - NM
Senior Notes prepayment make-whole amount (1.6) - NM
Other, net 0.1 (0.1) NM
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$ 5.4 0.8 200+
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Interest income was higher in the first quarter of 2006 due to income from
higher levels of marketable securities. In addition, the Company received
dividends of $1.1 million in the first quarter of 2006 from a real estate
investment. The Company made a $1.6 million make-whole payment associated with
the prepayment of the Senior Notes on March 31, 2006.
Minority interest
Three Months
Ended March 31, %
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Minority interest $ 3.9 3.6 8
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Income Taxes
Three Months Ended March 31,
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2006 2005
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Income tax expense (in millions)
Continuing operations $ 17.1 11.6
Discontinued operations 211.2 0.4
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Effective tax rate (in percentages)
Continuing operations 41.4% 52.5%
Discontinued operations 35.8% 11.4%
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Continuing Operations
The effective income tax rate on continuing operations in the first three months
of 2006 was higher than the 35% U.S. statutory tax rate primarily due to $1.7
million of state tax expense and an increase in the valuation allowance by $1.1
million for non-U.S. jurisdictions where the Company had previously concluded
that valuation allowances were necessary.
The effective income tax rate on continuing operations in the first quarter of
2005 was higher than the 35% U.S. statutory tax rate primarily due to the
establishment of valuation allowances for deferred tax assets related to certain
Brink's European operations and state taxes. The valuation allowances were
required due to the Company's assessment that these assets did not meet the
more-likely-than-not recognition criteria of SFAS 109.
The Company's effective tax rate may fluctuate materially from period to period
due to changes in the expected geographical mix of earnings, changes in
valuation allowances or accruals for contingencies and other factors. Subject to
the above factors, the Company currently expects that the effective tax rate on
continuing operations for the full year 2006 will approximate 41% or 42%.
The Company establishes or reverses valuation allowances for deferred tax assets
depending on all available information including historical and expected future
operating performance of its subsidiaries. Changes in judgment about the future
realization of deferred tax assets could result in significant adjustments to
the valuation allowances.
Discontinued Operations
The tax provision for discontinued operations in the first quarter of 2006 was
higher than the first quarter of 2005 primarily due to the gain on the sale of
BAX Global
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Discontinued Operations
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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BAX Global:
Gain on sale $ 584.6 -
Results of operations 7.0 6.9
Adjustments to contingent liabilities of
former operations (see note 12) (1.2) (3.4)
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Income from discontinued operations before income taxes 590.4 3.5
Income tax expense 211.2 0.4
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Income from discontinued operations $ 379.2 3.1
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As described in note 1, on January 31, 2006, the Company sold BAX Global for
approximately $1.1 billion in cash. The Company recorded a pretax gain of
approximately $585 million ($374 million after tax) on the sale. The final
purchase price and the gain on the sale will change to reflect the effects of
post-closing adjustments the Company believes are customary for a transaction of
this nature. The Company has either retained or indemnified the purchaser for
certain costs and contingencies including those for taxes and for a matter
currently in litigation as discussed in note 12. The Company has recognized a
$3.6 million stand-ready obligation in accordance with FASB Interpretation 45,
"Guarantor's Accounting and Disclosure Requirement for Guarantees, Including
Indirect Guarantees of Indebtedness of Others." The resolution of these matters
is expected to take several years.
The Company initially retained ownership of BAX Global's airline subsidiary, Air
Transport International, LLC ("ATI"), pending the receipt of required regulatory
approval. Regulatory approval was obtained and ATI was sold on February 28, 2006
for nominal consideration plus the assumption of certain liabilities. The
Company concluded that under FIN 46(R) "Consolidation of Variable Interest
Entities", ATI should not be included in the consolidated results of the Company
after January 31, 2006.
BAX Global's results of operations, including ATI, have been reported as
discontinued operations for all periods presented. The following tables show
selected financial information included in discontinued operations for the month
of January 31, 2006 and the three months ended March 31, 2005.
One Month Ended Three Months
January 31, Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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BAX Global:
Revenues $ 230.0 623.5
Pretax income 7.0 6.9
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In accordance with SFAS 144, "Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of
Long-Lived Assets," BAX Global ceased depreciating and amortizing long-lived
assets after November 2005, the date that BAX Global was classified as held for
sale. Had BAX Global not ceased depreciation and amortization, its pretax income
in January 2006 would have been $3.7 million.
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LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
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Overview
Cash flows before financing activities increased by $276.0 million in the first
three months of 2006 as compared to the first three months of 2005. The increase
was primarily due to the proceeds from the sale of BAX Global, partially offset
by the purchase of short-term marketable securities and contributions to the
VEBA. In addition, the first three months of 2006 included lower cash outflows
for acquisitions and overall higher capital expenditures.
On January 31, 2006, the Company received approximately $1.1 billion in cash
from the sale of BAX Global. The Company immediately used the proceeds to
contribute $225 million to the VEBA. On March 31, 2006, the Company prepaid its
Senior Notes for $58.4 million. During the first quarter of 2006, the Company
paid down approximately $100 million of other debt. On April 6, 2006 the Company
repurchased 10,355,263 shares of its common stock at $51.20 per share for a
total of approximately $530 million.
Summary of Cash Flow Information
Three Months
Ended March 31, $
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Continuing operations:
Before contribution to VEBA $ 49.7 24.1 25.6
Contribution to VEBA (225.0) - (225.0)
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Subtotal (175.3) 24.1 (199.4)
Discontinued operations:
BAX Global 5.8 38.1 (32.3)
Federal Black Lung Excise Tax refunds 15.1 - 15.1
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Operating activities (154.4) 62.2 (216.6)
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Continuing operations:
Capital expenditures (62.1) (74.7) 12.6
Acquisitions (1.7) (40.0) 38.3
Proceeds from sale of BAX Global (a) 1,010.7 - 1,010.7
Proceeds from sale of coal business - 5.0 (5.0)
Purchases of marketable securities, net (576.3) 0.3 (576.6)
Other 0.2 2.3 (2.1)
Discontinued operations - BAX Global (5.2) (19.9) 14.7
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Investing activities 365.6 (127.0) 492.6
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Cash flows before financing activities $ 211.2 (64.8) 276.0
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(a) Net of $90.3 million cash held by BAX Global at the date of sale.
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Operating Activities
Operating cash flows from continuing operations declined by $216.6 million in
the first three months of 2006 compared to the same period in 2005. This
decrease was primarily due to the $225 million contribution to the VEBA which
was recorded as a component of operating activities.
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company funds its U.S. defined contribution plan
matching expense in cash rather than Company stock. The Company made cash
matching contributions of $3.1 million to its U.S. 401(k) plan for the first
quarter of 2006. Using the rates of salary and employee participation in effect
during 2005, the Company expects $13 million to $15 million higher cash outflows
for the full year 2006 as a result of this change.
Operating cashflows from discontinued operations in the first quarter of 2006
includes $15.1 million of Federal Black Lung Excise Tax ("FBLET") refunds.
Investing Activities
Cash flows from investing activities increased by $492.6 million in the first
quarter of 2006 versus the first quarter of 2005 primarily due to the receipt of
approximately $1.1 billion in proceeds from the sale of BAX Global. The Company
also purchased marketable securities with a portion of the proceeds. In
addition, cash flows in the first quarter of 2006 improved due to lower cash
outflows of $38.3 million for acquisitions and $12.6 million for capital
expenditures.
Capital expenditures were as follows:
Three Months
Ended March 31, $
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Capital expenditures:
Brink's $ 19.9 31.4 (11.5)
Brink's Home Security 42.1 43.2 (1.1)
Corporate 0.1 0.1 -
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Capital expenditures $ 62.1 74.7 (12.6)
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Capital expenditures for the first quarter of 2006 were $12.6 million lower than
for the same period in 2005. Brink's capital expenditures in 2006 were primarily
for new facilities, cash processing and security equipment and armored vehicles.
Brink's capital expenditures in 2005 included $2.3 million to purchase a branch
facility which was formally leased. BHS capital expenditures were slightly lower
in 2006. BHS capital expenditures in 2005 included $10.2 million for the
purchase of BHS headquarters in Irving, Texas, which was previously leased. BHS
capital expenditures in 2006 included $5.3 million for the development of the
new second monitoring facility in Knoxville, Tennessee.
Capital expenditures for the full-year 2006 are currently expected to range from
$270 million to $280 million versus $272 million in 2005. The expected increase
reflects anticipated growth in customer installations at BHS and higher spending
for cash processing and security equipment and information technology at
Brink's.
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Business Segment Cash Flows
The Company's cash flows before financing activities for each of the operating
segments are presented below:
Three Months
Ended March 31, $
(In millions) 2006 2005 change
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Cash flows before financing activities
Business segments:
Brink's $ 1.5 (67.3) 68.8
BHS 4.6 2.6 2.0
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Subtotal of business segments 6.1 (64.7) 70.8
Corporate and former operations:
Proceeds from sale of BAX Global 1,010.7 - 1,010.7
Proceeds from sale of Coal - 5.0 (5.0)
Contribution to VEBA (225.0) - (225.0)
Purchases of marketable securities, net (576.3) 0.3 (576.6)
Other (20.0) (23.6) 3.6
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Subtotal of continuing operations 195.5 (83.0) 278.5
Discontinued operations:
BAX Global 0.6 18.2 (17.6)
FBLET refund 15.1 - 15.1
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Cash flows before financing activities $ 211.2 (64.8) 276.0
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Brink's
Cash flows before financing activities in the first quarter of 2006 at Brink's
increased by $68.8 million primarily due to a year-over-year $38.3 million
decrease in cash used for acquisitions and a $11.5 million decrease in capital
expenditures. In addition, higher operating profit and less cash used for
working capital needs as a result of improved receivable collections contributed
to the increase.
BHS
The increase in BHS' cash flows before financing activities is primarily due to
higher cash flows from operations as a result of higher earnings and $1.1
million less cash used for capital expenditures in 2006 compared to 2005. Cash
used for working capital needs was also higher in the first quarter of 2006. In
the first quarter of 2005, BHS purchased its headquarter facilities for $10.2
million. In the first quarter of 2006, BHS invested $5.3 million in the
development of the second monitoring facility in Knoxville.
Corporate and Former Operations
The Company received approximately $1.1 billion in net proceeds from the sale of
BAX Global during the first quarter of 2006. The Company immediately contributed
$225 million to the VEBA. The Company also purchased marketable securities with
a portion of the proceeds.
Discontinued Operations
Cash flows before financing activities at BAX Global in the first quarter of
2005 reflected an increase in cash flow because of receivables sold as part of
the Company's securitization program which was terminated in December 2005.
These increases were partially offset by higher capital expenditures.
The Company received approximately $15 million in FBLET refunds in the first
quarter of 2006.
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Financing Activities
Summary of cash flows from financing activities
Three Months
Ended March 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Changes in:
Short-term debt $ (11.1) 29.0
Revolving Facility (70.4) 35.3
Senior Notes (76.7) (18.3)
Other (2.7) (3.6)
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Net borrowings (repayments) of debt (160.9) 42.4
Dividends to shareholders of the Company (1.4) (1.4)
Dividends to minority interests in subsidiaries (1.2) (0.3)
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options 6.2 1.0
Other, net 0.9 0.1
Discontinued operations 5.4 (4.8)
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Financing activities $ (151.0) 37.0
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The Company made scheduled payments of $18.3 million in January 2006 related to
its Senior Notes. On March 31, 2006, the Company prepaid the outstanding $58.4
million balance of its Senior Notes and made a make-whole payment of $1.6
million. The Senior Notes were terminated upon prepayment.
The Company's operating liquidity needs are typically financed by short-term
debt and the Revolving Facility, described below.
In the first quarter of 2006 and 2005, the Company paid a $0.025 per share
regular quarterly dividends on its common stock (annual rate of $0.10 per
share). On May 5, 2006, the Board of Directors authorized an increase in the
Company's regular dividend to an annual rate of $0.25 per share. In addition,
the Board declared a regular quarterly dividend of $.0625 per share payable on
June 1, 2006. Future dividends are dependent on the earnings, financial
condition, cash flow and business requirements of the Company, as determined by
the Board of Directors.
Capitalization
The Company uses a combination of debt, leases, and equity to capitalize its
operations.
Net Debt reconciled to GAAP measures
March 31, December 31,
(In millions) 2006 2005
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Short-term debt and current maturities of
long-term debt $ 26.0 61.0
Long-term debt 129.7 251.9
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Debt 155.7 312.9
Less cash and cash equivalents (237.2) (96.2)
Less current marketable securities (576.3) -
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Net Debt (a) $ (657.8) 216.7
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(a) The Company's Net Debt was negative at March 31, 2006 because its cash and
current marketable securities exceeded its debt. The Company used $530.2
million to repurchase common stock under its self-tender in April 2006.
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The Company believes that Net Debt is a useful measure of the Company's
financial leverage. The Company's Net Debt position at March 31, 2006 as
compared to December 31, 2005 improved primarily due to approximately $1.1
billion in cash received from the sale of BAX Global. This supplemental non-GAAP
information should be viewed in conjunction with the Company's consolidated
statement of operations.
Debt
The Company has an unsecured $400 million revolving bank credit facility with a
syndicate of banks (the "Revolving Facility"). The facility allows the Company
to borrow (or otherwise satisfy credit needs) on a revolving basis over a
five-year term ending in October 2009. As of March 31, 2006, $344.9 million was
available under the revolving credit facility.
The Company also has an unsecured $150 million credit facility with a bank to
provide letters of credit and other borrowing capacity over a five-year term
ending in December 2009 (the "Letter of Credit Facility"). The Company has used
the Letter of Credit Facility to replace surety bonds and other letters of
credit needed to support its activities. As of March 31, 2006, $9.3 million was
available under this Letter of Credit Facility. The Revolving Facility and the
multi-currency revolving credit facilities described below are also used for the
issuance of letters of credit and bank guarantees.
The Company has three unsecured multi-currency revolving bank credit facilities
with a total of $122 million in available credit, of which approximately $87
million was available at March 31, 2006. When rates are favorable, the Company
also borrows from other U.S. banks under short-term uncommitted agreements.
Various foreign subsidiaries maintain other secured and unsecured lines of
credit and overdraft facilities with a number of banks. Amounts outstanding
under these agreements are included in short-term borrowings.
On March 31, 2006, the Company prepaid the outstanding balance of its Senior
Notes for $60 million including a make-whole payment of $1.6 million. The Senior
Notes were terminated upon prepayment.
The Company's Brink's and BHS subsidiaries have guaranteed the Revolving
Facility. The Revolving Facility and the multi-currency revolving bank credit
facilities each contain various financial and other covenants. The financial
covenants, among other things, limit the Company's total indebtedness, provide
for minimum coverage of interest costs, and require the Company to maintain a
minimum level of net worth. If the Company were not to comply with the terms of
its various loan agreements, the repayment terms could be accelerated. An
acceleration of the repayment terms under one agreement could trigger the
acceleration of the repayment terms under the other loan agreements. The Company
was in compliance with all financial covenants at March 31, 2006.
The Company believes it has adequate sources of liquidity to meet its near-term
requirements.
Operating leases
The Company has residual value guarantees of approximately $66 million at March
31, 2006 related to operating leases, principally for trucks and other vehicles.
Equity
At March 31, 2006, the Company had 100 million shares of common stock authorized
and 58.7 million shares issued and outstanding. Of the outstanding shares, 0.6
million shares were held by The Brink's Company Employee Benefits Trust (the
"Trust") at March 31, 2006, and have been accounted for similarly to treasury
stock for earnings per share purposes. As discussed below, the Company
repurchased 10,355,263 shares of its issued and outstanding common stock in a
"Dutch Auction" self-tender offer which expired on April 6, 2006. These shares
represented approximately 18% of the outstanding shares at March 31, 2006.
Following the repurchase, the Company had approximately 48.3 million shares
outstanding.
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On March 8, 2006, the Company's Board of Directors authorized a "Dutch Auction"
self-tender offer to purchase up to 10,000,000 shares of the Company's common
stock. Under certain circumstances up to an additional 2% of the outstanding
common stock was authorized to be purchased in the tender offer. The tender
offer began on March 9, 2006 and expired on April 6, 2006, and was subject to
the terms and conditions described in the offering materials mailed to the
Company's shareholders and filed with the SEC. On April 11, 2006, the Company
purchased 10,355,263 shares in the tender offer at $51.20 per share for a total
of approximately $530 million in cash.
The Company is authorized to make repurchases of $100 million of additional
common stock from time to time as market conditions warrant and as covenants
under existing agreements permit. The repurchase program does not require the
Company to acquire any specific number of shares and may be terminated at any
time. Through May 2, 2006, the Company had not repurchased any shares under this
program.
The Company has the authority to issue up to 2.0 million shares of preferred
stock, par value $10 per share.
Other Contingencies
Value-added taxes and customs duties
During 2004, the company determined that one of its non-U.S. Brink's business
units had not paid customs duties and VAT with respect to the importation of
certain goods and services. The Company was advised that civil and criminal
penalties could be asserted for the non-payment of these customs duties and VAT.
Although no penalties have been asserted to date, they could be asserted at any
time. The business unit has provided the appropriate government authorities with
an accounting of unpaid customs duties and VAT and has made payments covering
its calculated unpaid VAT. The Company believes that the range of reasonably
possible losses is between $0.4 million and $3.0 million for potential penalties
on unpaid VAT and has accrued $0.4 million. The Company believes that the range
of possible losses for unpaid customs duties and associated penalties, none of
which has been accrued, is between $0 and $35 million. The Company believes that
the assertion of the penalties on unpaid customs duties would be excessive and
would vigorously defend against any such assertion. The Company does not expect
to be assessed interest charges in connection with any penalties that may be
asserted. The Company continues to diligently pursue the timely resolution of
this matter and, accordingly, the Company's estimate of the potential losses
could change materially in future periods. The assertion of potential penalties
may be material to the Company's financial position and results of operations.
Health Benefit Act
The Company is obligated to pay premiums to the United Mine Workers of America
("UMWA") Combined Benefit Fund, as described in the Company's 2005 Annual Report
on Form 10-K. At March 31, 2006, the Company had $174.1 million recorded for the
obligation, reflecting the recorded liability at December 31, 2005 less payments
made in 2006 and $1.1 million of expense recorded in the first three months of
2006 to reflect a slight increase in the number of beneficiaries.
Indemnification of claim against BAX Global
BAX Global is defending a claim related to the apparent diversion by a third
party of goods being transported for a customer. Although BAX Global is
defending this claim vigorously and believes that its defenses have merit, it is
possible that this claim ultimately may be decided in favor of the claimant. If
so, the Company expects that the ultimate amount of reasonably possible
unaccrued losses could range from $0 to $9 million. The Company has
contractually indemnified the purchaser of BAX Global for this contingency.
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Other loss contingencies
The Company recorded expense of $3.6 million in the first three months of 2005
to reflect an increase in the estimated cost of reclamation at its former coal
mines. The estimate of the cost of reclamation may change in the future. The
Company also has other contingent liabilities, primarily related to former
operations, including those for expected settlement of coal-related workers'
compensation claims.
Gain contingency - insurance claims
The Company expects to file insurance claims of $5.0 million to $8.5 million
related to property damage and business interruption insurance coverage for
losses sustained from Hurricane Katrina for Brink's and BHS. As of March 31,
2006 the Company has recorded a receivable of $2.2 million for claims to be
filed, which equals the amount of hurricane-related property losses recognized
to date. Because the Company's property damage insurance coverage provides for
replacement value, the Company expects to record proceeds in excess of realized
losses when the claims are ultimately settled. Claims for lost revenues under
business interruption coverage will be recognized as operating income when the
claims are settled.
Market Risks and Hedging and Derivative Activities
The Company has activities in more than 50 countries and a number of different
industries. These operations expose the Company to a variety of market risks,
including the effects of changes in foreign currency exchange rates and interest
rates. In addition, the Company consumes certain commodities in its businesses,
exposing it to the effects of changes in the prices of such commodities. These
financial and commodity exposures are monitored and managed by the Company as an
integral part of its overall risk management program. The diversity of foreign
operations helps to mitigate a portion of the impact that foreign currency rate
fluctuations in any one country may have on the Company's consolidated results.
The Company's risk management program considers this favorable diversification
effect as it measures the Company's exposure to financial markets and, as
appropriate, seeks to reduce the potentially adverse effects that the volatility
of certain markets may have on its operating results. The Company has not had
any material change in its market risk exposures in the three months ended March
31, 2006.
Controls and Procedures
Pursuant to Rule 13a-15(b) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Company carried out an evaluation, with the participation of the Company's
management, including the Company's Chief Executive Officer and Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the Company's disclosure
controls and procedures (as defined under Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based
upon that evaluation, the Company's Chief Executive Officer and Vice President
and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company's disclosure controls and
procedures are effective in ensuring that information required to be disclosed
by the Company in the reports that it files or submits under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, 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 management, including the
Company's Chief Executive Officer and Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required
disclosure.
Periodically, the Company enhances the information systems used at various
locations in which business is conducted. The Company plans to convert to a
different database product supporting the information system for customer sales,
service and invoicing at its Brink's Home Security business during the second
quarter of 2006.
Except for the foregoing, there has been no change in the Company's internal
control over financial reporting during the quarter ended March 31, 2006, that
has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the
Company's internal control over financial reporting.
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Forward-looking information
This document contains both historical and forward-looking information. Words
such as "anticipates," "estimates," "expects," "projects," "intends," "plans,"
"believes," "may," "should" and similar expressions may identify forward-looking
information. Forward-looking information in this document includes, but is not
limited to, statements regarding use of remaining proceeds from the sale of BAX
Global, the amount and timing of share-based compensation expense for 2006, the
impact of rising fuel and copper costs, expectations regarding Brink's 2006
operating margins, anticipated strong performance of Brink's European operations
in the second half of 2006, the possible loss of a significant Brink's customer
in the Asia-Pacific region, the expectation of significant ongoing expenses and
cash outflows related to former coal operations, the expected reduction in U.S.
retirement benefit plan expenses in 2006, possible insurance recoveries, the
outcome of the issue relating to the non-payment of customs duties and
value-added tax by a non-U.S. subsidiary of Brink's, Incorporated, changes in
the disconnect rate and related expenses at BHS, changes in installation volume
at BHS, selective increases in BHS' monitoring prices, anticipated increases in
investments in new subscribers, the impact of BHS' second monitoring center on
expenses and future growth and productivity, the impact of freezing the U.S.
defined benefit pension plan, the utilization of U.S. tax carryforwards, cash
out flows arising from the changes to the 401(k) plan, possible share
repurchases, the possibility that Venezuela may be considered highly
inflationary again, the possibility that Brink's Venezuela may be subject to
less favorable exchange rates on dividend remittances, the creation of further
valuation allowances and the reversal of valuation allowances, the realization
of deferred tax assets, the anticipated effective tax rate for 2006, capital
expenditures in 2006, anticipated decline in corporate expenses in 2006, the
adequacy of sources of liquidity to meet the Company's near term requirements,
the outcome of pending litigation, and estimates for coal-related contingent
liabilities, involve forward-looking information. This forward looking
information is subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and
contingencies that could cause actual results, performance or achievements, to
differ materially from those that are anticipated.
These risks, uncertainties and contingencies, many of which are beyond the
control of the Company, include, but are not limited to, strategic initiatives
and acquisition opportunities, the Company's tax position and the tax impact of
various possible uses of the remaining proceeds from the BAX Global sale,
decisions by the Company's Board of Directors, the demand for capital, changes
in assumptions used to determine the fair valued stock options, including the
estimated forfeitures rate, term, interest rate, volatility and dividend yield,
the willingness of Brink's and BHS' customers to absorb surcharges or price
increases due to rising fuel costs, decisions made by Brink's customer in
Asia-Pacific and related transition arrangements, if any, Brink's ability to
replace lost revenue in the region, the timing of the pass-through of costs by
third parties and governmental authorities relating to the disposal of the coal
assets, retirement decisions by mine workers, black lung claims incidence, the
number of dependents of mine workers for whom benefits are provided, actual
medical and legal expenses related to benefits, increases in the Company's share
of the unassigned obligations under the Health Benefit Act, the funding levels
and investment performance of pension plans, changes in inflation rates
(including medical inflation) and interest rates, changes in participation
levels in the Company's 401(k) plan, actual retirement experience, changes in
mortality and morbidity assumptions, acquisitions and dispositions made by the
Company, the ability of the operations to identify losses as relating to
Hurricane Katrina and positions taken by insurers, the financial condition of
the insurers, the return to profitability of operations in jurisdictions where
the Company has recorded valuation adjustments, Brink's ability to cost
effectively match customer demand with appropriate resources, Brink's loss
experience, changes in insurance costs, Brink's ability to integrate recent
acquisitions, the performance of Brink's European operations (particularly in
the United Kingdom) and the effect of recent restructuring efforts, the input of
governmental authorities regarding the non-payment of customs duties and
value-added tax, changes in the level of household moves, the willingness of
BHS' customers to absorb price increases (including increases due to the higher
cost of copper) and the actions of BHS' competitors, BHS' ability to maintain
subscriber growth, costs associated with BHS' new facility, the ability of BHS
to hire and retain high quality employees at reasonable costs in Knoxville, the
willingness of police departments to respond to alarms, the willingness of BHS'
customers to pay for private response personnel or other alternatives to police
responses to alarms, the demand for capital by the Company and the availability
of such capital, the cash, debt and tax position and growth needs of the
Company, the funding of and accounting for the VEBA, the determination of taxes
owed from the BAX Global sale and offsets to these taxes in addition to the
Company's tax credit carryforwards, the stability of the Venezuelan economy and
changes in Venezuelan policy regarding exchange rates for dividend remittances,
discovery of new facts relating to civil suits, the addition of claims or
changes in relief sought by adverse parties, changes in the scope or method of
remediation or monitoring, the potential need to replace a component used by
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BHS, the timing of any such replacement and the costs associated therewith,
payments received by BHS from the third party that sold the component to BHS,
the financial condition of that third party, the ability of BHS to complete new
installations and respond to other service calls during the time that would be
allotted to replace the component, the financial performance of the Company,
costs associated with the purchase and implementation of cash processing and
security equipment. Information technology costs and costs associated with
ongoing contractual obligations, utilization of third-party advisors and the
ability of the Company to hire and retain corporate staff, overall economic,
political, social and business conditions, seasonality, foreign currency
exchange rates, capital markets performance, mandatory or voluntary pension plan
contributions, the impact of continuing initiatives to control costs and
increase profitability, pricing and other competitive industry factors, labor
relations, fuel prices, new government regulations and interpretations of
existing regulations, legislative initiatives, judicial decisions, variations in
costs or expenses and the ability of counterparties to perform.
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Part II - Other Information
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Item 6. Exhibits
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Exhibit
Number
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31.1 Certification of Michael T. Dan, Chief Executive Officer (Principal
Executive Officer) of The Brink's Company, pursuant to Rules 13a-14(a)
and 15d-14(a) promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley
Act of 2002.
31.2 Certification of Robert T. Ritter, Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer (Principal Financial Officer) of The Brink's Company, pursuant
to Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a) promulgated under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302
of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.1 Certification of Michael T. Dan, Chief Executive Officer (Principal
Executive Officer) of The Brink's Company, 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 Robert T. Ritter, Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer (Principal Financial Officer) of The Brink's Company, 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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SIGNATURE
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Pursuant to the requirements 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.
THE BRINK'S COMPANY
May 5, 2006 By: /s/ Robert T. Ritter
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Robert T. Ritter
(Vice President -
Chief Financial Officer)
(principal financial and
accounting officer)
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