1 ================================================================================ UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (MARK ONE) [X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED: FEBRUARY 1, 1998 OR [ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM __________ TO __________ COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 0-21296 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. (EXACT NAME OF REGISTRANT AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER) ------------------------------- CALIFORNIA 95-3759463 (STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION OF (I.R.S. EMPLOYER INCORPORATION OR ORGANIZATION) IDENTIFICATION NO.) 5200 E. LA PALMA AVENUE, ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA 92807 (ADDRESS OF PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICES) (ZIP CODE) REGISTRANT'S TELEPHONE NUMBER, INCLUDING AREA CODE: (714) 693-8066 SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b) OF THE ACT: NONE SECURITIES REGISTERED PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(g) OF THE ACT: COMMON STOCK, $.01 PAR VALUE (TITLE OF CLASS) Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ] Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of the registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K [ ]. The aggregate market value of Common Stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant on March 19, 1998 was approximately $534 million. All outstanding shares of voting stock, except for shares held by executive officers and members of the Board of Directors and their affiliates, are deemed to be held by non-affiliates. On March 19, 1998 the registrant had 13,785,178 shares of Common Stock outstanding. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE Part III incorporates information by reference from the definitive Proxy Statement for the 1998 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, to be filed with the Commission no later than 120 days after the end of the registrant's fiscal year covered by this Form 10-K. ================================================================================ 2 PART I ITEM 1. BUSINESS Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. ("Pacific Sunwear" or "the Company" or "the Registrant") is a leading mall-based specialty retailer of everyday casual apparel, accessories and footwear designed to meet the lifestyle needs of active teens and young adults. The Company's customers are primarily young men aged 12 to 22, as well as young women of the same age who generally prefer a casual look. The Company believes its stores are differentiated by a carefully edited selection of popular and emerging brands, which are offered together with the Company's own private brands. The Company believes its merchandise selection enhances its image with its customers as a key fashion resource for the casual teen wardrobe. At February 1, 1998, Pacific Sunwear operated 272 stores in 37 states nationwide. The Company's stores are primarily concentrated in the Northeast (26%), the Midwest (22%), the Southeast (21%), and California (18%). Since mid-1995, Pacific Sunwear has implemented several strategic merchandising initiatives which it believes have enhanced its ability to serve the fashion needs of its customers. The Company significantly expanded its pants assortment for young men to address the apparel needs of its customers in general and the needs of customers in colder climate regions such as the Northeast and Midwest. In addition, the Company introduced juniors (merchandise for young women) and footwear on a test basis in a limited number of stores beginning in the summer of 1995. The Company introduced juniors in an effort to broaden its customer base, as well as to provide its existing female customers with a wider array of apparel choices. Footwear was introduced in response to customer demand and allowed the Company to provide its customers with a complete wardrobe for the casual teen lifestyle. Based on the initial success of these merchandising initiatives, Pacific Sunwear decided to increase its prototype store size from approximately 2,000 to approximately 3,000 square feet in late 1995. In the fiscal year ended February 1, 1998 ("fiscal 1997"), the Company opened 52 new stores in the larger format and in the fiscal year ended February 2, 1997 ("fiscal 1996"), the Company opened 30 new stores, 26 of which were in the larger format. In fiscal 1996, the Company also began enlarging the size of certain existing stores through expansion or relocation in order to accommodate its new categories of juniors and footwear. In fiscal 1997, the Company expanded or relocated 15 stores and in fiscal 1996 the Company expanded or relocated seven stores, all of which included juniors and footwear. In addition, in fiscal 1997 the Company continued its roll out of juniors and footwear to 40 and 29, respectively, of its existing smaller stores. At February 1, 1998, the Company carried juniors in 248 of its stores, of which 176 also offer footwear. STRATEGY Pacific Sunwear's goal is to be the dominant nationwide specialty retailer of everyday casual apparel, footwear and accessories catering to the teen market. The Company's target customers are young men and women between the ages of 12 and 22. Pacific Sunwear believes its customers want to stay abreast of fashion trends and continually seek newness in their everyday wear. The Company endeavors to satisfy such demands by offering a complete wardrobe selection, including footwear and accessories, representing fashion trends considered timely by the Company's target customers. The principal aspects of the Company's strategy are as follows: Offer a Broad Assortment. Pacific Sunwear offers a complete selection of shirts, shorts, pants, overshirts, sweatshirts, outerwear, footwear and accessories in order to satisfy the casual wardrobe needs of its teen customers. Within each merchandise classification, the Company's stores offer a broad selection, with the goal of being viewed by its customers as the dominant retailer in its niche. Create a Pacific Sunwear Brand Image. The Company strives to make the "Pacific Sunwear" and "PacSun" names synonymous with distinctive and high-quality merchandise for the casual teen lifestyle. The Company projects a strong brand image among its customers by offering a carefully edited selection of popular and "cutting-edge" brands, together with the Company's own exclusive brands. Key brands in young men's apparel offered by the Company include Billabong, JNCO, Quiksilver, Rusty and Redsand and key brands in juniors include Roxy (Quiksilver), Paris Blues, L.E.I. and JNCO. Key brands in footwear include Dr. Martens, Airwalk, Vans and Simple. Pacific Sunwear also offers a wide selection of private brand merchandise under various labels including "Bullhead" and "Breakdown," which are targeted at specific customer segments. Pacific Sunwear believes that offering high-quality private brands contributes to its status as a key fashion resource for the casual teen lifestyle and differentiates the Company from its competitors. 2 3 Actively Manage Merchandise Trends. Pacific Sunwear does not attempt to dictate fashion, but instead devotes considerable effort to identifying emerging fashion trends. By using focus groups, listening to its customers and store employees, monitoring sell-through trends, testing small quantities of new merchandise in a limited number of stores, and maintaining domestic and international sourcing relationships, Pacific Sunwear enhances its ability to identify and respond to emerging fashion trends and to develop new private brand styles in order to capitalize on existing fashion trends. The Company believes its proactive strategy helps minimize fashion risk and the potential need for significant markdowns, while permitting a rapid response to changing fashions and the timely roll out of new merchandise. Maintain Strong Vendor Relationships. Pacific Sunwear views its vendor relationships as important to its success, and promotes frequent personal interaction with its vendors. The Company believes many of its vendors view Pacific Sunwear as an important distribution channel, not only as one of their largest customers, but also as an enhancement of their own brand image in the eyes of the teen customer. Provide Attentive Customer Service. Pacific Sunwear is committed to offering courteous, professional and nonintrusive customer service. The Company strives to give its teen customers the same level of respect that is generally given to adult customers at other retail stores, and to provide friendly and informed customer service for parents. Responding to the expressed preferences of its customers, the Company trains its employees to greet each customer, to give prompt and courteous assistance when asked, and to thank customers after purchases are made, but to refrain from giving extensive unsolicited advice to its shoppers. Pacific Sunwear's stores are designed to give a sense of "controlled clutter," with extensive wall displays and a background of popular music. Additionally, the stores provide a friendly and social atmosphere for teens, while also providing a comfortable environment for parents and other adults. The Company believes the combination of its attentive customer service and its unique store environment is integral to its success. Growth Strategy. Pacific Sunwear intends to continue to grow through the opening of new stores, the expansion or relocation of selected existing stores and the roll out of footwear to 15 of its smaller format stores. The Company believes that the broad appeal of the Pacific Sunwear concept enables it to operate successfully in diverse geographic markets. In addition, in the fiscal year ending January 31, 1999 ("fiscal 1998"), the Company plans to open a second retail concept with the trade name "d.e.m.o."(sm) d.e.m.o. will offer a broad assortment of popular and emerging cross-cultural brands that primarily target young men aged 12 to 29, and, to a lesser extent, young women. The merchandise overlap with Pacific Sunwear stores will be very limited. The Company plans to open approximately 15 d.e.m.o. stores in fiscal 1998. The initial store size will be approximately 2,000 square feet and the stores will be located in regional malls. In fiscal 1998, the Company plans to open approximately 60 new stores, including four d.e.m.o. stores, and to expand or relocate 15 existing stores to the larger store format and to add footwear to approximately 15 of its existing smaller stores. See "--Expansion." MERCHANDISING Merchandise Pacific Sunwear offers a complete selection of shirts, shorts, t-shirts, pants, overshirts, sweatshirts, outerwear, footwear and accessories in order to satisfy the casual wardrobe needs of its teen customers. Within each merchandise classification, the Company's stores offer a broad selection, with the goal of being viewed by its customers as the dominant retailer in its niche. Based on the Company's historical focus, a substantial portion of its merchandise is targeted to a young male customer, although Pacific Sunwear's customers have always included young female customers who choose to purchase young men's apparel to wear themselves. Since mid-1995, Pacific Sunwear has implemented several strategic merchandising initiatives which it believes have enhanced its ability to serve the fashion needs of its customers. The Company significantly expanded its pants assortment for young men to address the apparel needs of its customers in general and the needs of customers in colder climate regions such as the Northeast and Midwest in particular. In addition, the Company introduced the categories of juniors and footwear on a test basis in a limited number of stores beginning in the summer of 1995. The Company introduced juniors in an effort to broaden its customer base, as well as to provide its existing female customers with a wider array of apparel choices. Pacific Sunwear's junior merchandise includes shirts, t-shirts, tanks, shorts, pants, sweatshirts, outerwear and accessories. Footwear was introduced in response to customer demand and allowed the Company to provide its customers with a complete wardrobe for the casual teen lifestyle. The Company's footwear assortment includes non-athletic sneakers, shoes, boots and 3 4 sandals, with approximately 80 to 100 styles currently being offered. The Company's goal with regard to its footwear selection is to offer a carefully edited assortment of the most popular styles within its everyday casual niche. At February 1, 1998, the Company carried juniors in 248 of its stores, of which 176 also offer footwear, and, at the end of fiscal 1998, expects to carry juniors in approximately 303 of its stores, of which approximately 257 will also offer footwear. The following table sets forth the Company's merchandise assortment by classification as a percentage of net sales for the periods shown: FISCAL YEAR ENDED ---------------------------- FEB. 1, FEB. 2, FEB. 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------ ------ ------ T-shirts, knit and woven tops 27% 34% 44% Pants 19 17 10 Juniors 16 8 * Accessories (hats, sunglasses and other) 11 13 16 Bermuda shorts, other shorts and swimwear 10 12 14 Overshirts, sweatshirts, and outerwear 10 12 15 Footwear 7 4 1 --- --- --- Total 100% 100% 100% === === === * Less than one percent. Pacific Sunwear offers many of the brands best known by its target customers, as well as other "cutting-edge" brands that reflect fashion trends considered timely by the Company's customers. Key brands in young men's apparel include Billabong, JNCO, Quiksilver, Rusty, Redsand, Stussy, O'Neill and Fresh Jive. In the Company's juniors category, many of the brands offered are new lines developed by the Company's existing young men's vendors, such as Roxy (Quiksilver), JNCO, Rusty, Stussy, and 26 Red. The Company believes these lines were developed in recognition of a trend towards more fitted and feminine styles for young women. In addition, the Company's junior merchandise includes vendors new to Pacific Sunwear, such as Paris Blues, L.E.I. and Generation X. Pacific Sunwear believes that offering merchandise designed specifically for young women broadens its customer base. The Company's footwear brands include Dr. Martens, Airwalk, Vans, Simple, Teva and Skechers. In fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and the fiscal year ended February 4, 1996 ("fiscal 1995") approximately 62%, 62% and 65%, respectively, of Pacific Sunwear's net sales consisted of brand name merchandise. No vendor accounted for more than 9% of net sales during fiscal 1997. Pacific Sunwear also offers a wide selection of private brand merchandise, most notably under the labels "Bullhead," "Breakdown," "Diversion," "Island Force" and "Tilt," each of which is targeted at a specific customer segment. Pacific Sunwear believes that offering high-quality private brands contributes to its status as a key fashion resource for the casual teen lifestyle and differentiates the Company from its competitors. First introduced in the late 1980s, the Company's most established private brands are those designed for its young male customer. Beginning in late 1995, Pacific Sunwear introduced private brand merchandise designed for juniors, corresponding by label and brand positioning to the young men's lines. In addition, the Company introduced new private brands targeted specifically to the junior customer. The Company believes that the development of its brand image among its target customers is enhanced by its private brands. In addition, the private brands provide an opportunity to broaden its customer base by providing merchandise of comparable quality to brand name merchandise at lower prices, to capitalize on emerging fashion trends when branded merchandise is not available in sufficient quantities and to provide the Company with a greater degree of control over the flow of its merchandise. The Company's private brand merchandise is designed internally by a 14-person product development staff in collaboration with the Company's buying staff. The product development staff also oversees the manufacture and delivery of the private brand merchandise, with manufacturing done on a contract basis domestically, in Asia and Mexico. Private brand sales accounted for 38%, 38% and 35% of the Company's net sales for fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995, respectively. Vendor and Contract Manufacturer Relationships Pacific Sunwear views its vendor relationships as important to its success, and promotes frequent personal interaction with its vendors. The Company believes many of its vendors view Pacific Sunwear as an important distribution channel, not only as one of their largest customers, but also as an enhancement to their own brand image in the eyes of the 4 5 teen customer. The Company's vendor base currently includes more than 140 vendors. The Company maintains strong and interactive relationships with its vendors, many of whose philosophies of controlled distribution and merchandise development are consistent with the Company's strategy. Pacific Sunwear generally purchases merchandise from vendors who prefer distributing through specialty retailers, small boutiques and, in some cases, better department stores, rather than distributing their merchandise through mass market channels. To encourage the design and development of new merchandise, Pacific Sunwear frequently shares ideas regarding fashion trends and merchandise sell-through information with its vendors. Pacific Sunwear also suggests merchandise design and fabrication with certain vendors. The Company encourages the development of new vendor relationships by attending trade shows and through its weekly "Open-house Wednesday" program during which new vendors are encouraged to make presentations of their merchandise to the Company's buying and product development staffs. A number of the Company's key vendors have been introduced to the Company through this program. Pacific Sunwear has cultivated its private brand sources with a view towards high-quality merchandise, production reliability and consistency of fit. The Company sources its private brand merchandise both domestically and internationally in order to benefit from the lower costs associated with foreign manufacturing and the shorter lead times associated with domestic manufacturing. The Company's business is dependant upon its ability to offer current season, brand name apparel at competitive prices and in adequate quantities. Some of the Company's vendors have limited resources, production capacities and operating histories and some have intentionally limited the distribution of their merchandise. The inability or unwillingness on the part of key vendors to expand their operations to keep pace with Pacific Sunwear's anticipated growth, or the loss of one or more key vendors or private brand sources for any reason, could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business. Purchasing, Allocation and Distribution The Company's merchandising department oversees the purchasing and allocation of the Company's merchandise. The Company's buyers are responsible for reviewing branded merchandise lines from new and existing vendors, selecting branded and private brand merchandise styles in quantities, colors and sizes to meet inventory levels established by management, and identifying emerging fashion trends. The Company's planning and allocation department is responsible for management of inventory levels by store and by class, allocation of merchandise to stores and inventory replenishment based upon information generated by the Company's merchandise management information systems. These systems provide the planning department with current inventory levels at each store and for the Company as a whole, as well as current selling history within each store by merchandise classification and by style. See "--Information Systems." The Company's corporate offices and distribution center are located in Anaheim, California. The Company relocated its corporate offices in close proximity to the previous location in the first quarter of fiscal 1998. The Company intends to relocate its distribution center to the same building as its new corporate offices late in the first quarter or early in the second quarter of fiscal 1998. The Company believes its new distribution center will be capable of servicing at least 700 stores. All merchandise is delivered by its vendors to the main facility, where it is inspected, received into the Company's computer system, allocated to stores, ticketed when necessary, and boxed for distribution to the Company's stores. Each Pacific Sunwear store is typically shipped merchandise three to five times a week, providing it with a steady flow of new merchandise. The Company uses national and regional small package carriers to ship merchandise to its stores and occasionally uses air freight during peak selling periods 5 6 STORES Locations and Store Environment Pacific Sunwear has expanded from 11 stores in California at the end of fiscal 1986 to 272 stores in 37 states. The Company's stores are primarily concentrated in four regions: the Northeast (26%), the Midwest (22%), the Southeast (21%), and California (18%). The table below sets forth the number of stores located in each state as of the end of fiscal 1997: State No. of Stores - ------------------ ------------- Alabama 1 Arizona 9 California 49 Colorado 1 Connecticut 8 Delaware 1 Florida 36 Georgia 7 Iowa 1 Illinois 12 Indiana 6 Kansas 1 Kentucky 2 Louisiana 2 Massachusetts 9 Maryland 6 Michigan 13 Minnesota 5 Nebraska 2 North Carolina 3 New Hampshire 3 New Jersey 15 New Mexico 1 Nevada 3 New York 13 Ohio 15 Oklahoma 1 Oregon 1 Pennsylvania 16 South Carolina 1 South Dakota 1 Tennessee 3 Texas 12 Vermont 4 Washington 5 Wisconsin 3 West Virginia 1 Pacific Sunwear stores are primarily located in regional shopping malls and through fiscal 1995 averaged approximately 2,000 square feet. Based on the initial success of juniors and footwear in fiscal 1995, the Company increased its prototype store size to approximately 3,000 square feet. Seventy-eight of the 82 stores opened since the beginning of fiscal 1996 were in the new larger format. In addition, the Company opened a store in a non-mall street location in Manhattan, New York in fiscal 1997. The Company also expanded the size of 15 and 7 existing stores to the larger format in fiscal 1997 and fiscal 1996, respectively, in order to accommodate its new juniors and footwear categories, bringing the current total number of stores in the larger format to 103. Pacific Sunwear stores are densely merchandised by classification, and are designed to give a sense of "controlled clutter," with extensive wall displays and a background of popular music. The stores use eye-catching graphics to promote both brand name and private brand merchandise designed to appeal to customers in the 12 to 22 age group. The store window displays are changed every week and feature the latest fashions. The Company strives to give its teen customers the same level of respect that is generally given to adult customers at other retail stores, and to provide friendly and informed customer service for parents. Responding to the expressed preferences of its customers, the Company trains its employees to greet each customer, to give prompt and courteous assistance when asked, and to thank customers after purchases are made, but to refrain from giving extensive unsolicited advice to its shoppers. Additionally, the stores provide a friendly and social atmosphere for teens, while also providing a comfortable environment for parents and other adults. The Company believes the combination of its attentive customer service and its unique store environment is integral to its success. Expansion The Company plans to increase its current store base by opening approximately 60 new stores in fiscal 1998. The Company also intends to expand or relocate 15 existing smaller stores to the larger store format in fiscal 1998. The Company has identified regional malls in major metropolitan areas for potential new store expansion, subject to financial return and site selection criteria. The Company may open one or more stores in non-mall street locations and one or more outlet stores in fiscal 1998. The Company opened three outlet stores in fiscal 1997, bringing the total to four outlet stores at 6 7 the end of fiscal 1997. In fiscal 1997, the Company opened 52 new stores in the following states: Alabama (1), Arizona (1), California (1), Connecticut (4), Florida (4), Georgia (3), Iowa (1), Illinois (1), Indiana (1), Kansas (1), Kentucky (1), Louisiana (1), Maryland (1), Massachusetts (3), Michigan (3), Nebraska (2), New Hampshire (1), New Jersey (3), New York (2), North Carolina (1), Ohio (3), Pennsylvania (6), South Dakota (1), Tennessee (1), Texas (4) and Wisconsin (1). In addition, in fiscal 1997 the Company acquired from Good Vibrations, Inc., a Florida corporation, the store assets and inventory, leasehold improvements and lease rights pertaining to 15 retail stores operated by Good Vibrations in Florida. In the first quarter of fiscal 1998 the Company converted 7 of the 15 Good Vibrations stores to Pacific Sunwear stores. The Company plans to open approximately 15 stores in fiscal 1998 under a new retail concept with the trade name, "d.e.m.o." Of the 15 stores, the Company plans to convert five underperforming, but appropriate, Pacific Sunwear stores and convert the remaining six overlapping Good Vibrations stores to d.e.m.o. In addition, of the approximately 60 stores the Company plans to open in fiscal 1998, 4 will operate as d.e.m.o., bringing the total number of stores operating as d.e.m.o. to 15. Of the approximately 60 stores the Company expects to open in fiscal 1998, Pacific Sunwear has executed 41 leases. The Company's site selection strategy is to locate its stores primarily in regional malls serving markets which meet its demographic criteria, including average household income and population density. The Company also considers mall sales per square foot, the performance of other retail tenants serving teens and young adult customers, anchor tenants and occupancy costs. The Company currently seeks Pacific Sunwear store locations of approximately 3,000 square feet primarily in high-traffic locations within a mall. As a result of the increased average new store size beginning in fiscal 1996 and changes in store design, the Company's average total cost per store, including leasehold improvements, furniture and fixtures and landlord allowances, was approximately $241,000, $193,000 and $156,500 in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995, respectively. The average cost of expanding or relocating a store was approximately $280,000 and $239,000 in fiscal 1997 and fiscal 1996, respectively. The average total cost to build new stores and relocate or expand stores will vary in the future, depending on various factors, including square footage, changes in store design, local construction costs and landlord allowances. The Company's average initial inventory for new stores was approximately $158,000, $130,000 and $88,000 in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995, respectively. The Company's initial inventory for new stores will vary in the future depending on various factors, including store concept and square footage. The Company's continued growth depends on its ability to open and operate stores on a profitable basis. The Company's ability to expand successfully will be dependent upon a number of factors, including sufficient demand for the Company's merchandise in its existing and new markets, and the ability of the Company to locate and obtain favorable store sites, negotiate acceptable lease terms, obtain adequate merchandise supply and hire and train qualified management-level and other employees. Store Operations Store operations are managed by a Vice President of Stores, four regional managers and 31 district managers, each of whom typically manages from eight to 10 stores. These managers and individual store managers participate in a bonus program based on achieving predetermined levels of sales and, in the case of the district managers, inventory shrinkage. Each store also has a co-manager, an assistant manager and approximately four to 10 sales associates. Pacific Sunwear stores are open during mall shopping hours. The Company has well-established store operating policies and procedures and an extensive four week in-store training program for new store managers and co-managers. The Company places great emphasis on its loss prevention program in order to control inventory shrinkage. This program includes the installation of electronic article surveillance systems in all stores, education of store personnel on loss prevention, and monitoring of returns, voids and employee sales. Since fiscal 1991, the Company has achieved an inventory shrinkage rate of less than 1.0% of net sales in each fiscal year, which the Company believes is among the lowest shrinkage rates among national specialty apparel retailers. INFORMATION SYSTEMS Pacific Sunwear's merchandise, financial and store computer systems are fully integrated and operate using IBM equipment. The systems have been in operation since 1986, and the software, which is primarily provided by one of the largest vendors to the retail trade, is regularly upgraded or modified as needs arise or change. See-- "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations - Year 2000 Date Conversion." Pacific Sunwear's information systems provide management, buyers and planners comprehensive data which helps them identify emerging trends and manage inventories. The systems include purchase order management, open order reporting, open-to-buy, 7 8 receiving, distribution, merchandise allocation, basic stock replenishment, inter-store transfers, inventory and price management. Weekly best/worst item sales reports are used by management to enhance the timeliness and effectiveness of purchasing and markdown decisions. Merchandise purchases are based on planned sales and inventories and are frequently revised to reflect changes in demand for a particular item or classification. All of the Company's stores have a point-of-sale system operating on IBM in-store computer hardware. The system features bar-coded ticket scanning, automatic price look-up, dial-out check and credit authorization, and automatic nightly transmittal of data between the store and the Company's corporate offices. Each of the regional and district managers use a laptop computer and can instantly access Company-wide information, including actual and budgeted sales by store, district and region; transaction information; and payroll data. The Company believes its management information systems are adequate to support its planned expansion at least through fiscal 1999. COMPETITION The retail apparel, footwear and accessory business is highly competitive. The Company competes on a national level with certain leading department stores and national chains that offer the same or similar brands and styles of merchandise. Pacific Sunwear also competes with a wide variety of regional and local specialty stores. Many of the Company's competitors are larger and have significantly greater resources than the Company. The Company believes the principal competitive factors in its industry are fashion, merchandise assortment, quality, price, store location and environment, and customer service. TRADEMARKS AND SERVICE MARKS Pacific Sunwear is the owner in the United States of the service marks "Pacific Sunwear of California," "Good Vibrations," "Betty's Space," and the trademarks "Pacific Sunwear," "Pac Sun," "Good Vibrations," "Bullhead," "Breakdown," "Diversion," "Island Force," "Hoax," "Violation," "Rare Brew," "d.e.m.o.," "Betty's Space," "Lulu," "Venus Girl Trap," "Distortion," and "Tilt." The Company believes its rights in its marks are important to its business and the Company intends to maintain its marks and the related registrations. EMPLOYEES At February 1, 1998, Pacific Sunwear had approximately 3,161 employees of whom 103 were employed in general and administrative functions at the Company's corporate headquarters, 35 were employed in distribution center functions, 33 were employed as regional or district managers and approximately 2,990 were store employees, of whom approximately 2,119 were part-time. A significant number of seasonal employees are hired during peak selling periods. None of the Company's employees is represented by a labor union, and the Company believes that its relationships with its employees are good. 8 9 EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT Set forth below are the names, ages, titles, and present and past positions of persons serving as executive officers of the Company as of March 19, 1998. NAME AGE POSITION ---- --- -------- Greg H. Weaver 44 Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Timothy M. Harmon 46 President and Chief Merchandising Officer Carl W. Womack 46 Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Secretary Gary C.W. Hunt 47 Vice President of Product Development Robert G. Entersz 52 Vice President of Merchandising, Juniors and Footwear and Outlets Robert M. Sayre 42 Vice President of Merchandising, Young Men's and Accessories Larry J. Fesler 47 Vice President of Stores Shelley Smith 39 Vice President of Real Estate Ronald L. Ehlers 46 Vice President of Information Systems Frank J. Schools 40 Vice President of Finance Greg H. Weaver has served as Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer since November 1997. He served as President and Chief Executive Officer from October 1996 to November 1997 and as a director since February 1996. Mr. Weaver served as President and Chief Operating Officer from February 1996 to October 1996 and as Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President from October 1994 to February 1996. He served as Executive Vice President of Store Operations and Real Estate from September 1993 to October 1994. Mr. Weaver served as Senior Vice President of Store Operations and Real Estate from November 1990 to September 1993 and as Vice President of Stores from July 1987 to October 1990. Prior to joining the Company, he was employed for 13 years by Jaeger Sportswear Ltd. in both operational and merchandising capacities for the U.S. and Canadian stores. Timothy M. Harmon, who joined the Company in September 1991, has served as President and Chief Merchandising Officer from November 1997. He served as Executive Vice President of Merchandising from December 1996 to November 1997 and as Senior Vice President of Merchandising from October 1994 to November 1996. He served as Vice President of Merchandising from September 1991 to September 1994. Prior to joining the Company, he served as Vice President and General Manager of Wideworld/MTV Sportswear, a domestic apparel manufacturer, from May 1990 until May 1991. From March 1986 until March 1990, Mr. Harmon served as Vice President and General Manager, Women's Division, of Chauvin International, an apparel manufacturer. Prior to that, he served as Divisional Merchandise Manager for Millers Outpost, a young men's apparel retailer, where he was employed for six years. Carl W. Womack, who joined the Company in May 1986, has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer since October 1994. He served as Vice President of Finance and Chief Financial Officer from May 1986 to September 1994. He has served as Secretary of the Company since November 1992. Prior to joining the Company, Mr. Womack served in several positions in public and private accounting. Mr. Womack is a certified public accountant. Gary C.W. Hunt joined the Company as Vice President of Product Development in October 1993. Prior to joining the Company, he served as Vice President of Merchandising with Pepe Clothing (USA), a jeanswear collection company, from November 1990 to September 1993 and as Vice President of Merchandising with Filippo Enterprises, Inc., a national jeanswear manufacturer, from September 1988 to August 1990. Previously, he served as Vice President of Merchandising for Jordache and for Zena Enterprises, Inc., each of which is a jeanswear manufacturer. Robert G. Entersz joined the Company in November 1995 as Vice President of Merchandising, Juniors, Footwear and Outlet stores. Prior to joining the Company, he was President of Journey's, a specialty shoe retailer, from May 1993 to February 1995. Previously he was Executive Vice President at Broadway Southwest, a department store, from January 1991 to April 1993. Prior to that, he was Senior Vice President and General Merchandise Manager at Rich's, a division of Federated Department Stores. 9 10 Robert M. Sayre joined the Company in February of 1997 as Vice President of Merchandising, Young Men's and Accessories. Prior to joining the Company, he was General Merchandising Manager at J. Rigging's, a division of Edison Brothers Stores, Inc., where he was employed from March 1991 to December 1996. Previously, he was Vice President of Menswear at Harold's & Old School Clothing Company, a regional apparel retailer, from May 1990 to October 1990. Prior to that, he was employed at Britches of Georgetown, a regional apparel retailer, from May 1979 to April 1990. Larry J. Fesler has served as Vice President of Stores since joining the Company in August 1993. Previously, he served for 11 years as Regional Sales Manager with The Limited for its southwest store operations, where he was employed for 15 years. Shelley Smith joined the Company in October 1994 as Vice President of Real Estate. Previously, she was Director of Real Estate for Gymboree Corporation, a children's apparel retailer, from October 1993 to September 1994. From March 1989 to September 1993, she served as Director of Real Estate for Natural Wonders, Inc., a nature and science gift retailer. Prior to that, she was a Real Estate Representative for WNS, Inc., a specialty retailer with several chains, where she was employed from August 1985 to February 1989. Ronald L. Ehlers joined the Company in June 1994 as Vice President of Information Systems. Previously, he was Director of Management Information Systems for Woman's World Shops, Inc., a women's specialty apparel retailer, where he was employed for 16 years. Frank J. Schools, who joined the Company in July 1994, has served as Vice President of Finance since November 1997. He served as the Company's Controller from July 1994 to October 1997. Previously he was Assistant Controller at Mac Frugal's Bargains. Close-outs, Inc., a general merchandise close-out retailer, from October 1991 to July 1994. Prior to that, he served in various accounting management positions at HomeClub, a warehouse home improvement chain, from July 1986 to October 1991. ITEM 2. PROPERTIES The Company's corporate offices and distribution center are located in Anaheim, California. The Company relocated its corporate offices in close proximity to the previous location in the first quarter of fiscal 1998. The Company intends to relocate its distribution center to the same building as its new corporate offices late in the first quarter or early in the second quarter of fiscal 1998. The Company's new corporate offices and distribution facility occupy an aggregate of approximately 176,000 square feet of a larger building, under a lease expiring in February 2008. In addition, the Company has leased the remaining portion of the same building of approximately 91,000 square feet under a lease expiring in February 2008. The Company intends to sublease this portion for five years. All of the Company's stores are leased with initial lease terms ranging from approximately eight to ten years. Substantially all leases for the Company's stores provide for percentage rent, in excess of specified minimums, based upon net sales. ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS The Company is involved from time to time in litigation incidental to its business. Management believes that the outcome of current litigation will not have a material adverse effect upon the results of operations or financial condition of the Company. ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS No matters were submitted to a vote of the Company's shareholders during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year covered by this report. 10 11 PART II ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS The common stock trades on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol "PSUN". The following table sets forth for the quarterly periods indicated the high and low prices per share of the common stock, adjusted to give retroactive effect to the three-for-two stock split effected in October 1997 and October 1996, as reported by Nasdaq: FISCAL 1997 HIGH LOW FISCAL 1996 HIGH LOW ----------- ------ ------ ----------- ------ ------ 1st Quarter $24.17 $17.17 1st Quarter $ 8.45 $ 3.11 2nd Quarter 26.29 17.17 2nd Quarter 11.67 5.89 3rd Quarter 30.50 19.33 3rd Quarter 16.67 8.33 4th Quarter 34.50 24.00 4th Quarter 19.67 13.37 As of March 19, 1998, the number of holders of record of common stock of the Company was approximately 130 and the number of beneficial holders of the common stock was estimated to be in excess of 900. The Company has never declared or paid any dividends on its common stock and does not intend to pay any dividends on its common stock in the foreseeable future. In addition, the Company's current line of credit arrangements prohibit the payment of cash dividends on its capital stock. ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA The balance sheet and income statement data as of February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997 and for each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998 are derived from audited financial statements of the Company included herein and should be read in conjunction with such financial statements. Such data and the selected operating data below also should be read in conjunction with the "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" included in this report. The balance sheet and income statement data as of February 4, 1996, January 29, 1995 and January 30, 1994 and for each of the two fiscal years in the period ended January 29, 1995 are derived from audited consolidated financial statements of the Company, which are not included herein. 11 12 FISCAL YEAR ENDED (1) ------------------------------------------------------------------- FEB. 1, FEB. 2, FEB. 4, JAN. 29, JAN 30, 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- (IN THOUSANDS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AND SELECTED OPERATING DATA) INCOME STATEMENT DATA: Net sales $ 227,130 $ 155,261 $ 112,921 $ 85,316 $ 54,928 Cost of goods sold (including buying, distribution and occupancy costs) 150,219 106,126 80,788 59,481 38,240 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Gross margin 76,911 49,135 32,133 25,835 16,688 Selling, general and administrative expenses 51,093 37,126 27,996 20,033 12,787 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Operating income 25,818 12,009 4,137 5,802 3,901 Net interest income 1,248 237 63 307 403 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Income before income tax expense 27,066 12,246 4,200 6,109 4,304 Income tax expense 10,707 4,834 1,576 2,258 1,593 ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- ---------- Net income $ 16,359 $ 7,412 $ 2,624 $ 3,851 $ 2,711 ========== ========== ========== ========== ========== Net income per share, diluted(2) $ 1.20 $ 0.59 $ 0.22 $ 0.32 $ 0.23 ========== ========== ========== ========== ========== Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted(2) 13,620 12,455 12,035 11,966 11,537 SELECTED OPERATING DATA: Stores open at end of period 272 209 182 128 83(3) Stores opened during period 52 30 55 46 24 Stores acquired during period 15 -- -- -- -- Stores closed during period 4 3 1 1 0 Capital expenditures (000's) $ 21,020 $ 8,126 $ 9,761 $ 11,474 $ 7,756 Average net sales per gross square foot(4)(5) $ 408 $ 377 $ 340 $ 378 $ 388 Average net sales per store(4)(5) $ 959,000 $ 792,000 $ 684,000 $ 761,000 $ 766,000 Square footage of gross store space at end of period 679,357 455,607 364,069 251,537 168,552 Comparable store net sales increase (decrease)(5)(6) 15.1% 15.7% (2.2)% 2.3% (2.1)% BALANCE SHEET DATA: Working capital $ 48,119 $ 21,690 $ 14,800 $ 16,436 $ 19,021 Total assets 121,666 65,705 51,471 45,295 36,680 Long-term debt -- -- 406 781 15 Shareholders' equity $ 96,563 $ 47,546 $ 38,309 $ 35,420 $ 31,165 - ---------- (1) Except for the fiscal year ended February 4, 1996, which included 53 weeks, all fiscal years presented included 52 weeks. (2) Adjusted to give effect to a three-for-two stock split effected as of October 9, 1997 and a three-for-two stock split effected as of October 9, 1996. (3) Three of the Company's stores were closed temporarily due to damage suffered in an earthquake in January 1994, centered in Northridge, California. Two of these stores, which reopened in fiscal 1994, are included in the number of stores open at January 30, 1994. The third store, located in Northridge, was reopened in fiscal 1995 and was treated as a new store opened during that period, but is not included in the number of stores open at January 30, 1994. (4) For purposes of calculating these amounts, the number of stores and the amount of square footage reflect the number of months during the period that new stores and closed stores were open. (5) These amounts have been adjusted to exclude the fifty-third week in the fiscal year ended February 4, 1996. (6) For the fiscal years ended on or before January 30, 1994, comparable stores were defined as those stores open at least one year as of the beginning of the applicable fiscal year. Effective January 31, 1994, the Company changed the way comparable store sales are calculated. For the fiscal year ended January 29, 1995 and thereafter, stores are deemed comparable stores on the first day of the first month following the one year anniversary of their opening. Commencing in fiscal 1996, in conjunction with the expansion or relocation of certain stores to the larger format, the Company excluded each such store's net sales results from the first day of the month of its expansion or relocation. Each of these stores is deemed a comparable store on the first day of the first month following the one-year anniversary of its expansion or relocation. 12 13 ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following discussion should be read in conjunction with the Financial Statements and Notes thereto of the Company included elsewhere in this Form 10-K. Commencing in fiscal 1996, in conjunction with the expansion or relocation of certain stores to the larger format, the Company excluded each such store's net sales results from the first day of the month of its expansion or relocation. Each of these stores is deemed a comparable store on the first day of the first month following the one-year anniversary of its expansion or relocation. The following Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations contains forward-looking statements which involve risks and uncertainties. The Company's actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of certain factors, including those set forth under "Forward Looking Statements" in this section. RESULTS OF OPERATIONS The following table sets forth selected income statement data of the Company expressed as a percentage of net sales for the fiscal years indicated: AS A PERCENTAGE OF NET SALES, FISCAL YEAR ENDED ------------------------------- FEB. 1, FEB. 2, FEB. 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------ ------ ------ Net sales 100.0% 100.0 % 100.0% Cost of goods sold (including buying, distribution and occupancy costs) 66.1 68.4 71.5 ------ ------ ------ Gross margin 33.9 31.6 28.5 Selling, general and administrative expenses 22.5 23.9 24.8 ------ ------ ------ Operating income 11.4 7.7 3.7 Interest income, net 0.5 0.2 -- ------ ------ ------ Income before income tax expense 11.9 7.9 3.7 Income tax expense 4.7 3.1 1.4 ------ ------ ------ Net income 7.2% 4.8 % 2.3% ====== ====== ====== Number of stores open at end of period 272 209 182 13 14 FISCAL 1997 COMPARED TO FISCAL 1996 Net Sales Net sales increased to $227.1 million in fiscal 1997 from $155.3 million in fiscal 1996, an increase of $71.8 million, or 46.2%. Of this $71.8 million increase, $21.0 million was attributable to a 15.1% increase in comparable store net sales in fiscal 1997 compared to fiscal 1996, $25.7 million was attributable to net sales generated by 52 new stores opened in fiscal 1997, $15.5 million was attributable to net sales generated by stores opened prior to fiscal 1997 and not yet included in the comparable store base, $6.2 million was attributable to the expansion or relocation of 15 existing stores not yet included in the comparable store base and $5.4 million was attributable to the 15 Good Vibrations stores acquired in fiscal 1997. Partially offsetting this increase was a $2.0 million decrease in net sales attributable to the closing of seven stores, three of which were closed in the fourth quarter of fiscal 1996 and four of which were closed during fiscal 1997. The increase in comparable store net sales was primarily attributable to the addition of footwear and juniors to certain of the Company's stores and, to a lesser extent, increases in sales of young men's merchandise. In fiscal 1997, the Company significantly expanded the number of stores offering footwear and juniors. Sales of this merchandise represented approximately 23% of net sales in fiscal 1997 as compared to approximately 12% of net sales in fiscal 1996. As a result of a change in the mix of products sold, including the addition of footwear, an increase in the sales of pants as a percentage of net sales and a decrease in T-shirt sales as a percentage of net sales, the average retail price per unit sold increased approximately 5% in fiscal 1997 compared to fiscal 1996. Gross Margin Gross margin, after buying, distribution and occupancy costs, increased to $76.9 million in fiscal 1997 from $49.1 million in fiscal 1996, an increase of $27.8 million, or 56.6%. As a percentage of net sales, gross margin increased to 33.9% from 31.6%. Of this 2.3% increase in gross margin as a percentage of net sales, 1.4% was due to a decrease in occupancy costs as a percentage of net sales which was primarily related to an increase in comparable store net sales. In addition, merchandise margins increased .9% as a percentage of net sales in fiscal 1997 compared to fiscal 1996, primarily due to an increase in initial markup in both branded and private brand merchandise. Selling, General and Administrative Expenses Selling, general and administrative expenses increased to $51.1 million in fiscal 1997 from $37.1 million in fiscal 1996, an increase of $14.0 million, or 37.7%. As a percentage of net sales, these expenses decreased to 22.5% from 23.9%. Of this 1.4% decrease as a percentage of net sales, .8% was attributable to a decrease in store selling expenses as a percentage of net sales primarily as a result of an increase in comparable store net sales, .5% was due to a decrease in general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales as a result of leveraging these expenses over higher net sales and .1% was due to a reduction in store expansion and relocation and closing expenses as a percentage of net sales. Net Interest Income Net interest income was $1.2 million in fiscal 1997 compared to $.2 million in fiscal 1996, an increase of $1.0 million. This was a result of higher cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments in fiscal 1997 compared to fiscal 1996, primarily as a result of the net proceeds received from the issuance of common stock in fiscal 1997. Income Tax Expense Income tax expense was $10.7 million in fiscal 1997 compared to $4.8 million in fiscal 1996. The effective income tax rate in fiscal 1997 was 39.6% compared to 39.5% in fiscal 1996. 14 15 FISCAL 1996 COMPARED TO FISCAL 1995 Net Sales Net sales increased to $155.3 million in fiscal 1996 from $112.9 million in fiscal 1995, an increase of $42.4 million, or 37.6%. Of this $42.4 million increase, $17.1 million was attributable to a 15.7% increase in comparable store net sales in fiscal 1996 compared to the comparable fifty-two week period ended February 4, 1996, $14.4 million was attributable to net sales generated by 30 new stores opened in fiscal 1996, $11.1 million was attributable to net sales generated by stores opened prior to fiscal 1996 and not yet included in the comparable store base, and $.9 million was attributable to the expansion or relocation of seven existing stores not yet included in the comparable store base. Partially offsetting this increase was a $.9 million decrease in net sales attributable to a one-week shift in the fiscal calendar, which was caused by a change in the measurement period used for period-to-period comparisons (fiscal 1996 was a 52-week period and fiscal 1995 was a 53-week period) and a $.2 million decrease in net sales attributable to the closing of three stores. The increase in comparable store net sales was primarily attributable to the addition of footwear and juniors to certain of the Company's stores and to a lesser extent, increases in sales of young men's merchandise. In fiscal 1996, the Company significantly expanded the number of stores offering footwear and juniors. Sales of this merchandise represented approximately 12% of net sales in fiscal 1996 as compared to approximately 1% of net sales in fiscal 1995. As a result of a change in the mix of products sold, including the addition of footwear, an increase in the sales of pants as a percentage of net sales and a decrease in T-shirt sales as a percentage of net sales, the average retail price per unit sold increased approximately 10% in fiscal 1996 compared to fiscal 1995. Gross Margin Gross margin, after buying, distribution and occupancy costs, increased to $49.1 million in fiscal 1996 from $32.1 million in fiscal 1995, an increase of $17.0 million, or 53.0%. As a percentage of net sales, gross margin increased to 31.6% from 28.5%. Of this 3.1% increase in gross margin as a percentage of net sales, 2.0% was due to a decrease in occupancy costs as a percentage of net sales, which was primarily related to an increase in comparable store net sales. In addition, merchandise margins increased 1.1% as a percentage of net sales in fiscal 1996 compared to fiscal 1995, primarily due to an increase in sales of higher margin private brand merchandise as a percentage of net sales and improved sourcing of private brand merchandise, as well as a slight decrease in the markdown rate. Selling, General and Administrative Expenses Selling, general and administrative expenses increased to $37.1 million in fiscal 1996 from $28.0 million in fiscal 1995, an increase of $9.1 million, or 32.5%. As a percentage of net sales, these expenses decreased to 23.9% from 24.8%. Of this .9% decrease as a percentage of net sales, .9% was due to a decrease in general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales as a result of leveraging these expenses over higher net sales and .7% was attributable to a decrease in store selling expenses as a percentage of net sales primarily as a result of an increase in comparable store net sales. Partially offsetting this decrease was an increase of .7% due to increased store expansion and relocation and closing expenses as a percentage of net sales as a result of increased write-offs of store leasehold improvements and furniture and fixtures. Income Tax Expense Income tax expense was $4.8 million in fiscal 1996 compared to $1.6 million in fiscal 1995. The effective income tax rate in fiscal 1996 was 39.5% compared to 37.5% in fiscal 1995. The higher effective income tax rate in fiscal 1996 was primarily due to an increase in taxable interest income in fiscal 1996. Interest income in fiscal 1995 was mostly non-taxable. 15 16 LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES The Company has financed its operations from internally generated cash flow, short-term borrowings and equity financing. The Company's primary capital requirements have been for the construction of new stores, remodeling, relocation or expansion of selected existing stores and financing of inventories. In fiscal 1997, the Company used funds for the acquisition of the Good Vibrations stores and the relocation of its corporate offices and distribution facility. Net cash provided by operating activities for fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 was $18.2 million, $13.5 million and $4.7 million, respectively. Working capital at the end of fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 was $48.1 million, $21.7 million and $14.8 million, respectively. Inventories at February 1, 1998 were $32.1 million compared to $19.8 million at February 2, 1997, an increase of $12.3 million. The Company's average store inventories vary throughout the year and increase in advance of the peak selling periods of spring break, back-to-school and Christmas. The increase in inventories at February 1, 1998 was primarily related to opening 52 new stores, the acquisition of 15 Good Vibrations stores, relocating 15 stores with 50% larger average square footage than existing stores, as well as the addition of juniors and footwear to certain of the Company's existing stores. The increase in accounts payable of $2.2 million at February 1, 1998 compared to February 2, 1997 was primarily attributable to the increase in inventories at February 1, 1998. Net cash used in investing activities in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 was $44.2 million, $8.1 million and $2.3 million, respectively. $27.6 million was attributable to the purchase of short-term investments in fiscal 1997, offset by $14.8 million in short-term investment maturities in fiscal 1997. Net cash used for investment in property and equipment in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 was $21.0 million, $8.1 million and $9.8 million, respectively. These expenditures related primarily to the construction of new stores, and to a lesser extent, remodeling, expansion and relocation costs, as well as corporate relocation expenditures in fiscal 1997. In fiscal 1997, $11.9 million was used for 52 new stores opened, $2.0 million was used for 20 stores to be opened in fiscal 1998 and $4.1 million was used for the relocation and expansion of 15 existing stores. In addition, $3.0 million was used for: remodeling costs, store expansions/relocations planned for fiscal 1998, computer hardware and software costs, leasehold improvements, furniture and fixtures and material handling equipment for the Company's new corporate offices and distribution center. In fiscal 1997, the Company purchased the store assets, leasehold improvements and lease rights for 15 Good Vibrations stores for approximately $9.2 million in cash and purchased inventories for approximately $1.2 million in cash at the closing. Of the $10.4 million purchase price, $10.2 million was paid in fiscal 1997 and the balance of $.2 million was paid in March 1998. Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 was $30.8 million, $.3 million and $(.1) million, respectively. In fiscal 1997 the Company received net proceeds of $30.1 million from issuance of common stock. In fiscal 1997 and fiscal 1996, the Company received proceeds of $.7 million and $1.1 million, respectively, from the exercise of stock options. The Company has a credit facility with a bank, which expires in August 1999. The credit facility provides for a $15.0 million line of credit, which can be used for cash advances, commercial letters of credit and shipside bonds. Interest on cash advances under the line of credit facility is payable monthly at the bank's prime rate (8.50% at February 1, 1998). At February 1, 1998, the Company had $2.8 million in letters of credit outstanding and no cash advances outstanding. The loan agreement subjects the Company to various restrictive covenants, including maintenance of certain financial ratios and prohibits payment of cash dividends on common stock. At February 1, 1998, the Company was in compliance with all of its covenants. The Company has minimum annual rental commitments under existing store leases and the lease for its corporate offices and distribution center of approximately $22.7 million in fiscal 1998 and $24.2 million in fiscal 1999 and similar amounts thereafter. In fiscal 1997, the Company's average cost to build a new store, including leasehold improvements, furniture and fixtures and landlord allowances, was approximately $241,000. In fiscal 1997, the average cost of expanding or relocating stores was approximately $280,000. The average total cost to build new stores and relocate or expand stores will vary in the future, depending on various factors, including square footage, changes in store design, local construction costs and landlord allowances. The Company's average initial inventory for new stores opened in fiscal 1997 was approximately $158,000. The Company's initial inventory for new stores will vary in the future depending on various factors, including store concept and square footage. 16 17 During fiscal 1998, the Company plans to open approximately 60 stores and expand or relocate 15 existing stores. The Company estimates that capital expenditures in fiscal 1998 will total approximately $28 million. The Company reviews the operating performance of its stores on an ongoing basis to determine which stores, if any, to expand, relocate or close. The Company closed four stores in fiscal 1997 and anticipates closing three to five stores in fiscal 1998. Management believes that the Company's working capital, bank loan agreement and cash flow from operating activities will be sufficient to meet the Company's operating and capital expenditure requirements through the end of fiscal 1998. NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS The Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128 ("SFAS 128"), "Earnings Per Share," beginning with the Company's fourth quarter of fiscal 1997. All prior period earnings per common share data have been restated to conform to the provisions of this statement. Basic earnings per common share is computed using the weighted average number of shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per common share is computed using the weighted average number of shares outstanding adjusted for the incremental shares attributed to outstanding options to purchase common stock. In June 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued SFAS No. 130, "Reporting Comprehensive Income," which must be adopted by the Company beginning with fiscal 1998 and will result in an additional statement that reports comprehensive income. INFLATION The Company does not believe that inflation has had a material effect on the results of operations in the recent past. There can be no assurance that the Company's business will not be affected by inflation in the future. SEASONALITY AND QUARTERLY RESULTS The Company's business is seasonal by nature, with the Christmas and back-to-school periods historically accounting for the largest percentage of annual net sales. The Company's first quarter historically accounts for the smallest percentage of annual net sales. In fiscal 1997 and fiscal 1996, excluding sales generated by new and relocated/expanded stores, the Christmas and back-to-school periods together accounted for approximately 35% and 36%, respectively, of the Company's annual net sales and a higher percentage of the Company's operating income. In fiscal 1997, excluding net sales generated by new and relocated/expanded stores, approximately 43% of the Company's annual net sales occurred in the first half of the fiscal year and 57% in the second half. The Company's quarterly results of operations may also fluctuate significantly as a result of a variety of factors, including the timing of store openings; the amount of revenue contributed by new stores; the timing and level of markdowns; the timing of store closings, expansions and relocations; competitive factors; and general economic conditions. YEAR 2000 DATE CONVERSION The Company has conducted a review of its computer systems regarding the year 2000 date conversion and has developed a plan and time line to address the year 2000 conversion on a timely basis. The Company expects to complete the year 2000 conversion for all its computer systems by the end of fiscal 1998. The costs of this project are not expected to be material to the Company's financial results. None of the Company's vendors accounted for more than 9% of the Company's net sales for fiscal 1997. The Company does not expect any material adverse impact on its business operations by the failure of any of its vendors to complete any required changes related to the year 2000 date conversion. 17 18 SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT The preceding "Business" and "Management Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections contain certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 (the "Securities Act") and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act"), and the Company intends that such forward-looking statements be subject to the safe harbors created thereby. These forward-looking statements include the plans and objectives of management for future operations, including plans and objectives relating to the future economic performance of the Company. The forward-looking statements and associated risks set forth herein may include or relate to: (i) the planned opening of approximately 60 stores and expansion or relocation of 15 stores in fiscal 1998; (ii) the planned total of 15 stores operating as d.e.m.o.; (iii) statements regarding increased sales per store and sales growth as a consequence of adding new stores; (iv) the timely availability of branded and private brand merchandise in sufficient quantities to satisfy customer demand; (v) the growth in store operating and general and administrative expenses as a result of store expansion; (vi) the relocation of the Company's distribution center in the second quarter of fiscal 1998 and the sublease of the additional space in the Company's new corporate office; (vii) sufficiency of the Company's working capital, bank line of credit and cash flow from operating activities for the Company's future operating and capital requirements and (viii) the Company's plans to complete its year 2000 conversion on a timely basis and the ability of the Company's vendors to resolve the year 2000 issues. The forward-looking statements are further qualified by important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, the following: (i) the ability of the Company to gauge the fashion tastes of its customers and provide merchandise that satisfies customer demand; (ii) the level of demand for the merchandise offered by the Company; (iii) the ability of the Company to locate and obtain favorable store sites, negotiate acceptable lease terms, and hire and train employees; (iv) management's ability to manage the Company's planned expansion; (v) the availability of merchandise from the Company's vendors and private brand sources; (vi) the effect of economic conditions; (vii) the effect of severe weather or natural disasters; (viii) the effect of competitive pressures from other retailers, including those in the recently introduced juniors and footwear categories, as well as cross-cultural brands offered by d.e.m.o.; and (ix) foreign trade relationships, including any disruptions of trade with the countries in which the Company's private brand contract manufacturers are located. Results actually achieved thus may differ materially from expected results in these statements. In addition, as disclosed above, the business and operations of the Company are subject to substantial risks which increase the uncertainty inherent in such forward-looking statements. Any of the other factors disclosed above could cause the Company's net income or growth in net income to differ materially from prior results. ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA Information with respect to this item is set forth in "Index to Financial Statements." ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE. None. 18 19 PART III ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT. Information with respect to this item is incorporated by reference from the Registrant's definitive Proxy Statement to be filed with the Commission not later than 120 days after the end of the registrant's fiscal year. ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION. Information with respect to this item is incorporated by reference from the Registrant's definitive Proxy Statement to be filed with the Commission not later than 120 days after the end of the registrant's fiscal year. ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT. Information with respect to this item is incorporated by reference from the Registrant's definitive Proxy Statement to be filed with the Commission not later than 120 days after the end of the Registrant's fiscal year. ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS. Information with respect to this item is incorporated by reference from the Registrant's definitive Proxy Statement to be filed with the Commission not later than 120 days after the end of the Registrant's fiscal year. PART IV ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K. (a) 1. The financial statements listed in the "Index to Financial Statements" at page F-1 are filed as a part of this report. 2. Financial statement schedules are omitted because they are not applicable or the required information is shown in the financial statements or notes thereto. 3. Exhibits included or incorporated herein: See Index to Exhibits. (b) Reports on Form 8-K. There were no reports on Form 8-K filed during the last quarter of the fiscal year covered by this report. 19 20 SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on March 26, 1998 on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. By: /s/ GREG H. WEAVER ------------------------------------- Greg H. Weaver Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer Each person whose signature appears below hereby authorizes Greg H. Weaver and Carl W. Womack or either of them, as attorneys-in-fact to sign on his behalf, individually, and in each capacity stated below and to file all amendments and/or supplements to the Annual Report on Form 10-K. Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated. SIGNATURE TITLE DATE --------- ----- ---- /s/ GREG H. WEAVER Chairman of the Board April 9, 1998 - ---------------------------------------- and Chief Executive Officer /s/ CARL W. WOMACK Sr. Vice President and Chief Financial April 9, 1998 - ---------------------------------------- Officer (Principal Financial and Accounting Officer) /s/ JULIUS JENSEN III Director April 9, 1998 - --------------------------------------- /s/ PEARSON C. CUMMIN III Director April 9, 1998 - --------------------------------------- /s/ PETER L. HARRIS Director April 9, 1998 - --------------------------------------- /s/ JAMES B. MCCURRY Director April 9, 1998 - --------------------------------------- /s/ SALLY FRAME KASAKS Director April 9, 1998 - --------------------------------------- 20 21 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS YEARS ENDED FEBRUARY 1, 1998, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 4, 1996: FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Independent auditors' report F-2 Balance sheets as of February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997 F-3 Statements of operations for each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998 F-4 Statements of shareholders' equity for each of three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998 F-5 Statements of cash flows for each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998 F-6 Notes to financial statements F-7 F-1 22 INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT The Board of Directors and Shareholders Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Anaheim, California We have audited the accompanying balance sheets of Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. as of February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997, and the related statements of operations, shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998. These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on our audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion. In our opinion, such financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. as of February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997 and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998 in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. DELOITTE & TOUCHE LLP Costa Mesa, California March 12, 1998 F-2 23 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. BALANCE SHEETS ASSETS FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, CURRENT ASSETS: 1998 1997 -------------- -------------- Cash and cash equivalents (Note 1) $ 14,781,566 $ 9,962,626 Short-term investments (Note 3) 12,742,666 -- Accounts receivable 1,009,839 583,811 Merchandise inventories 32,122,341 19,760,412 Prepaid expenses, includes $2,832,739 and $1,910,681 of prepaid rent, respectively 4,364,537 3,216,160 Deferred taxes (Note 6) 1,916,935 1,358,733 -------------- -------------- Total current assets 66,937,884 34,881,742 PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT (NOTE 1): Leasehold improvements 36,327,054 25,210,439 Furniture, fixtures and equipment 29,416,189 20,244,954 -------------- -------------- 65,743,243 45,455,393 Less accumulated depreciation and amortization (20,342,749) (15,952,174) -------------- -------------- Net property and equipment 45,400,494 29,503,219 OTHER ASSETS: Goodwill (Note 1), net of accumulated amortization of $440,297 and $292,165, respectively 7,923,446 796,578 Deposits and other assets 1,404,234 523,018 -------------- -------------- Total other assets 9,327,680 1,319,596 -------------- -------------- Total assets $ 121,666,058 $ 65,704,557 ============== ============== LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY CURRENT LIABILITIES: Accounts payable $ 8,916,915 $ 6,686,561 Accrued liabilities (Note 9) 8,834,161 6,035,689 Income taxes payable 1,068,276 469,258 -------------- -------------- Total current liabilities 18,819,352 13,191,508 DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Note 8) 1,114,374 371,057 DEFERRED RENT 3,746,246 3,139,487 DEFERRED TAXES (Note 6) 1,423,029 1,456,463 COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Note 7) SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY (Notes 5 and 8): Preferred stock, par value $.01; authorized, 5,000,000; none issued and outstanding Common stock, par value $.01; authorized 33,750,000 shares; issued and outstanding, 13,744,891 and 12,138,161 shares, respectively 137,449 121,382 Additional paid-in capital 63,339,810 30,697,321 Retained earnings 33,085,798 16,727,339 -------------- -------------- Total shareholders' equity 96,563,057 47,546,042 -------------- -------------- Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 121,666,058 $ 65,704,557 ============== ============== See notes to financial statements F-3 24 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS FISCAL YEAR ENDED -------------------------------------------- FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, FEBRUARY 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------------ ------------ ------------ Net sales $227,129,848 $155,261,558 $112,921,005 Cost of goods sold, including buying, distribution and occupancy costs 150,219,301 106,126,306 80,787,679 ------------ ------------ ------------ Gross margin 76,910,547 49,135,252 32,133,326 Selling, general and administrative expenses 51,093,091 37,126,318 27,996,316 ------------ ------------ ------------ Operating income 25,817,456 12,008,934 4,137,010 Interest income 1,248,003 236,889 62,681 ------------ ------------ ------------ Income before income tax expense 27,065,459 12,245,823 4,199,691 Income tax expense (Note 6) 10,707,000 4,834,000 1,576,000 ------------ ------------ ------------ Net income $ 16,358,459 $ 7,411,823 $ 2,623,691 ============ ============ ============ Net income per share, basic (Note 1) $ 1.25 $ 0.62 $ 0.23 ============ ============ ============ Net income per share, diluted (Note 1) $ 1.20 $ 0.59 $ 0.22 ============ ============ ============ Weighted average shares outstanding, basic (Note 1) 13,133,068 12,001,781 11,657,538 ============ ============ ============ Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted (Note 1) 13,619,726 12,454,617 12,034,511 ============ ============ ============ See notes to financial statements F-4 25 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY COMMON COMMON ADDITIONAL STOCK STOCK PAID-IN RETAINED SHARES AMOUNT CAPITAL EARNINGS TOTAL ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ BALANCE, JANUARY 29, 1995 11,577,398 $ 115,774 $ 28,611,988 $ 6,691,825 $ 35,419,587 Exercise of stock options and restricted stock grant (Note 8) 347,988 3,480 160,965 -- 164,445 Tax benefits related to exercise of stock options (Note 8) -- -- 101,664 -- 101,664 Net income -- -- -- 2,623,691 2,623,691 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ BALANCE, FEBRUARY 4, 1996 11,925,386 119,254 28,874,617 9,315,516 38,309,387 Exercise of stock options and restricted stock grant (Note 8) 390,983 3,910 1,074,175 -- 1,078,085 Cancellation of restricted stock surrendered (Note 8) (178,136) (1,781) 593 -- (1,188) Cancellation of fractional shares due to -- 3-for-2 stock split (Note 1) (72) (1) (1,692) (1,693) Tax benefits related to exercise of stock options (Note 8) -- -- 749,628 -- 749,628 Net income -- -- -- 7,411,823 7,411,823 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ BALANCE, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 12,138,161 121,382 30,697,321 16,727,339 47,546,042 Net proceeds from issuance of common stock 1,307,250 13,073 30,072,000 -- 30,085,073 Exercise of stock options and restricted stock grant (Note 8) 299,533 2,995 685,487 -- 688,482 Cancellation of fractional shares due to 3-for-2 stock split (Note 1) (53) (1) (2,186) -- (2,187) Tax benefits related to exercise of stock options (Note 8) -- -- 1,887,188 -- 1,887,188 Net income -- -- -- 16,358,459 16,358,459 ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ ------------ BALANCE, FEBRUARY 1, 1998 13,744,891 $ 137,449 $ 63,339,810 $ 33,085,798 $ 96,563,057 ============ ============ ============ ============ ============ See notes to financial statements F-5 26 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS FISCAL YEAR ENDED ---------------------------------------------- FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, FEBRUARY 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------------ ------------ ------------ CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: Net income $ 16,358,459 $ 7,411,823 $ 2,623,691 Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities: Depreciation and amortization 6,891,981 5,273,060 4,304,693 Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquisition: Accounts receivable (426,028) (260,512) (50,559) Merchandise inventories (11,087,295) (4,351,568) (4,292,654) Prepaid expenses (1,133,377) (764,990) (610,925) Deposits and other assets (652,050) (158,279) (316,211) Accounts payable 2,230,354 1,418,065 625,717 Accrued liabilities 2,798,472 3,288,275 952,836 Income taxes and deferred taxes 1,894,569 1,022,326 598,787 Deferred rent 606,759 415,106 866,596 Deferred compensation 743,317 185,709 (8,781) ------------ ------------ ------------ Net cash provided by operating activities 18,225,161 13,479,015 4,693,190 CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: Purchases of short-term investments (27,590,049) -- -- Short-term investment maturities 14,847,383 -- 7,501,282 Acquisition, net of cash acquired (10,414,634) -- -- Investment in property and equipment (21,020,289) (8,126,185) (9,760,700) ------------ ------------ ------------ Net cash used in investing activities (44,177,589) (8,126,185) (2,259,418) CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: Principal payments under loan agreement and capital lease obligations -- (781,250) (382,274) Cash paid in lieu of fractional shares due to 3-for-2 stock split (2,187) (1,693) -- Proceeds from exercise of stock options 688,482 1,076,897 266,109 Net proceeds from issuance of common stock 30,085,073 -- -- ------------ ------------ ------------ Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities 30,771,368 293,954 (116,165) NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS: 4,818,940 5,646,784 2,317,607 CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF FISCAL YEAR 9,962,626 4,315,842 1,998,235 ------------ ------------ ------------ CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF FISCAL YEAR $ 14,781,566 $ 9,962,626 $ 4,315,842 ============ ============ ============ SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION: Cash paid during the period for: Interest $ 2,381 $ 11,752 $ 145,698 Income taxes $ 8,812,430 $ 3,811,674 $ 875,549 - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Noncash transaction: During the fiscal years ended February 1, 1998, February 2, 1997 and February 4, 1996, the Company recorded an increase to additional paid-in capital of $1,887,188, $749,628 and $101,664, respectively, related to tax benefits associated with the exercise of nonqualified stock options. See notes to financial statements F-6 27 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED FEBRUARY 1, 1998, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 4, 1996 1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES Nature of Business --Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (the "Company") operates a nationwide mall-based retail chain of stores specializing in casual apparel, footwear and related accessories catering to teenagers and young adults. The Company's fiscal year is a 52- or 53-week period ending near January 31. Fiscal 1997 was a 52-week period ended February 1, 1998. Fiscal 1996 was a 52-week period ended February 2, 1997. Fiscal 1995 was a 53-week period ended February 4, 1996. Use of Estimates -- The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles necessarily requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and reported expenses during the reported period. Actual results could differ from these estimates. Fair Value of Financial Instruments -- Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 107, "Disclosures about Fair Value of Financial Instruments" requires management to disclose the estimated fair value of certain assets and liabilities defined by SFAS No. 107 as financial instruments. Financial instruments are generally defined by SFAS No. 107 as cash, evidence of ownership interest in an entity, or a contractual obligation that both conveys to one entity a right to receive cash or other financial instruments from another entity and imposes on the other entity the obligation to deliver cash or other financial instruments to the first entity. At February 1, 1998, management believes that the carrying amounts of cash, receivables and payables approximate fair value because of the short maturity of these financial instruments. Merchandise Inventories -- Merchandise inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out method) or market. Property and Equipment -- Leasehold improvements and furniture, fixtures and equipment are stated at cost. Amortization of leasehold improvements is computed on the straight-line method over the life of the lease (generally 10 years). Depreciation on furniture, fixtures and equipment is computed on the straight-line method over five years. Intangible Assets -- The intangible assets consist of the excess of cost over net assets acquired (goodwill), of $1.1 million, which arose from the acquisition of four stores in 1986 and is being amortized on a straight-line method over 40 years. In addition, in fiscal 1997 the Company acquired 15 retail stores (see Note 2) which resulted in the recording of $7.3 million of goodwill and $.3 million for non-competition agreements, which are being amortized over 25 years and 5 years, respectively. The Company evaluates the recoverability of its goodwill at each balance sheet date. The recoverability of goodwill is determined by comparing the carrying value of the goodwill to the estimated operating income of the related entity on an undiscounted cash flow basis. Any impairment is recorded at the date of determination. Income Taxes -- The Company accounts for income taxes under the provisions of SFAS No.109, "Accounting for Income Taxes." Deferred taxes on income result from temporary differences between the reporting of income for financial statements and tax reporting purposes. Deferred Rent -- The Company's policy is to average any defined rental escalations over the term of the related lease in order to provide level recognition of rent expense. Statements of Cash Flows -- For purposes of the statements of cash flows, the Company considers all highly-liquid debt instruments, if any, purchased with a maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. Stock Split -- On October 9, 1997, the Company effected a three-for-two stock split. Shareholders' equity has been restated to give retroactive recognition to the stock split in prior periods by reclassifying the par value ($40,461) of the additional shares arising from the split from additional paid-in capital to common stock. F-7 28 Net Income per Share - The Company adopted SFAS No. 128, "Earnings Per Share," beginning with the Company's fourth quarter of fiscal 1997. All prior period earnings per common share data have been restated to conform to the provisions of this statement. Basic earnings per common share is computed using the weighted average number of shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per common share is computed using the weighted average number of shares outstanding adjusted for the incremental shares attributed to outstanding options to purchase common stock. Incremental shares of 486,658, 452,836 and 376,973 in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995, respectively, were used in the calculation of diluted earnings per common share. Options to purchase 89,816, 40,515 and 89,945 shares of common stock in fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995, respectively, were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per common share because the option exercise price was greater than the average market price of the common stock. Stock-Based Compensation -- The Company accounts for stock-based compensation in accordance with Accounting Principles Board ("APB") Opinion No. 25. See Note 8 for disclosure of the proforma effect on net income and earnings per share. Comprehensive Income -- In June 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued SFAS No. 130, "Reporting Comprehensive Income," which must be adopted by the Company beginning in fiscal 1998 and will result in an additional statement that reports comprehensive income. Merchandise Risk -- The Company's success is largely dependent upon its ability to gauge the fashion tastes of its customers and provide merchandise that satisfies customer demand. Any inability to provide appropriate merchandise in sufficient quantities in a timely manner could have a material adverse effect on the Company's business, operating results and financial condition. 2. ACQUISITION In September 1997, the Company acquired from Good Vibrations, Inc. the store assets, including inventory, leasehold improvements and lease rights pertaining to 15 retail stores. The purchase price aggregated $10.4 million and resulted in the Company recording goodwill of $7.3 million. The pro forma results of operations, computed as if these stores had been acquired as of February 3, 1997, would not be materially different from actual reported results of operations. 3. SHORT-TERM INVESTMENTS The carrying value and market value of the Company's fixed maturity short-term investments are as follows: Gross Gross Carrying Unrealized Unrealized Market Value Gains Losses Value -------------- --------------- --------------- -------------- February 1, 1998 (State and Municipal Obligations) $ 12,742,666 $ 315,324 $ 0 $ 13,057,990 4. CREDIT FACILITY The Company has a credit facility with a bank, which expires in August 1999. The credit facility provides for a $15.0 million line of credit, which can be used for cash advances, commercial letters of credit and shipside bonds. Interest on cash advances under the line of credit facility is payable monthly at the bank's prime rate (8.50 % at February 1, 1998). At February 1, 1998, the Company had $2.8 million in letters of credit outstanding and no cash advances outstanding. The loan agreement subjects the Company to various restrictive covenants, including maintenance of certain financial ratios and prohibits payment of cash dividends on common stock. At February 1, 1998 the Company was in compliance with all of its covenants. F-8 29 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED FEBRUARY 1, 1998, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 4, 1996 5. COMMON STOCK Sale of Common Stock - During fiscal 1997 the Company issued an aggregate of 1,307,250 shares of its common stock in a follow-on stock offering. The sale of shares yielded net proceeds to the Company, after deducting expenses associated with the offering, of $30.1 million. Stock Splits - During each of the fiscal years ended February 2, 1997 and February 1, 1998 the Company effected a three-for-two stock split. Shareholders' equity has been restated to give retroactive recognition to the stock splits in prior periods by reclassifying the par value of the additional shares arising from the split from additional paid-in capital to common stock. Additionally, all share and per share amounts have been restated to give effect to the stock splits. 6. INCOME TAXES The components of the income tax expense are as follows: FISCAL YEAR ENDED ---------------------------------------------- FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, FEBRUARY 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------------ ------------ ------------ Current income taxes: Federal $ 9,082,864 $ 3,602,278 $ 1,323,047 State 2,215,772 959,621 374,676 ------------ ------------ ------------ 11,298,636 4,561,899 1,697,723 Deferred income taxes: Federal (586,544) 272,196 (97,707) State (5,092) (95) (24,016) ------------ ------------ ------------ (591,636) 272,101 (121,723) ------------ ------------ ------------ $ 10,707,000 $ 4,834,000 $ 1,576,000 ============ ============ ============ A reconciliation of the income tax expense to the amount of income tax expense that would result from applying the federal statutory rate to income before income taxes is as follows: FISCAL YEAR ENDED ---------------------------------------------- FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, FEBRUARY 4, 1998 1997 1996 ------------ ------------ ------------ Provision for income taxes at statutory rate $ 9,473,000 $ 4,286,000 $ 1,470,000 State income taxes, net of federal income tax benefit 1,437,000 624,000 228,000 Tax-exempt interest income -- -- (50,000) Other (203,000) (76,000) (72,000) ------------ ------------ ------------ $ 10,707,000 $ 4,834,000 $ 1,576,000 ============ ============ ============ F-9 30 At February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997, the Company's current net deferred tax asset was $1,916,935 and $1,358,733, respectively, and long-term net deferred tax liability was $1,423,029 and $1,456,463, respectively. The major components of the Company's net deferred tax asset of $493,906 and net deferred tax liability of $97,730 at February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997, respectively, are as follows: FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, 1998 1997 ------------ ------------ Depreciation $ (3,623,347) $ (2,991,412) Alternative minimum tax carryforwards 49,615 147,902 Deferred rent 1,616,131 1,311,678 Reserve for store expansion/relocation and closing costs 931,834 595,079 State income taxes 196,813 113,932 Inventory cost capitalization 589,329 354,998 Deferred compensation 480,741 155,028 Other 252,790 215,065 ------------ ------------ $ 493,906 $ (97,730) ============ ============ At February 1, 1998, the Company had, for state franchise tax purposes, alternative minimum tax credit carryforwards of approximately $50,000, which have no expiration date. 7. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES Operating Leases -- The Company leases its retail stores, corporate offices and distribution facilities and certain equipment under operating lease agreements expiring at various dates through 2012. Substantially all of the leases require the Company to pay maintenance, insurance, property taxes and percentage rent ranging from 5% to 7% based on sales volumes over certain minimum sales levels. Minimum future annual rental commitments under noncancelable leases are as follows: Fiscal year ending: January 31. 1999 $ 22,736,491 January 30, 2000 24,199,143 January 28, 2001 23,783,125 February 3, 2002 23,262,491 February 2, 2003 22,948,886 Thereafter 91,892,166 ------------ $208,822,302 ============ Rental expense, including common area maintenance, was $27,533,077, $20,783,388 and $17,010,342 of which $377,895, $280,002 and $118,507 was paid as percentage rent based on sales volume for the fiscal years ended February 1, 1998, February 2, 1997 and February 4, 1996, respectively. Letters of Credit - The Company was contingently liable for $2.8 million in open letters of credit with foreign suppliers at February 1, 1998. Litigation - The Company is involved from time to time in litigation incidental to its business. Management believes that the outcome of current litigation will not have a material adverse effect upon the results of operations or financial condition of the Company. F-10 31 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED FEBRUARY 1, 1998, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 4, 1996 8. STOCK OPTION AND RETIREMENT PLANS Under the Company's stock option plans, incentive and nonqualified options have been granted to employees, directors and consultants to purchase common stock at prices equal to the fair value of the Company's shares at the grant dates. At February 1, 1998, outstanding incentive and nonqualified options had exercise prices ranging from $.26 to $32.56 per share, with an average exercise price of $12.84, and generally begin vesting one year after the grant date. On the initial vesting date, 25% of the options vest and, thereafter, options generally continue to vest at 2.08% each calendar month. The options generally expire ten years from the date of grant or 90 days after employment or services are terminated. At February 1, 1998, incentive and nonqualified options to purchase 1,416,900 shares were outstanding. At February 1, 1998, 115,816 shares were available for future grant under the Company's stock option plans. During the years ended February 1, 1998 and February 2, 1997, the Company recognized tax benefits of $1,887,188 and $749,628, respectively, resulting from the exercise of certain nonqualified stock options. Stock option (incentive and nonqualified) activity for the three years ended February 1, 1998 was as follows: STOCK OPTIONS -------------------------------------------- NUMBER OF SHARES PRICE RANGE PER SHARE ---------------- --------------------- Balance at January 29, 1995 1,034,747 $ 0.26 to $ 7.73 Options Granted 149,625 2.89 to 6.11 Options Canceled (32,910) 1.03 to 6.67 Options Exercised (145,488) 0.26 to 3.55 ---------- Balance at February 4, 1996 1,005,974 0.26 to 7.73 Options Granted 735,750 3.39 to 15.59 Options Canceled (131,408) 0.81 to 6.67 Options Exercised (390,983) 0.26 to 7.45 ---------- Balance at February 2, 1997 1,219,333 0.26 to 15.59 Options Granted 478,498 17.50 to 32.56 Options Canceled (65,764) 2.89 to 30.42 Options Exercised (215,167) 0.26 to 13.92 ---------- Balance at February 1, 1998 1,416,900 $ 0.26 to $32.56 ========== The following is a summary of the weighted average exercise prices for activity during the year ended February 1, 1998: F-11 32 WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES EXERCISE PRICE ---------- -------------- Beginning Outstanding 1,219,333 $ 6.23 Options Granted 478,498 25.12 Options Exercised (215,167) 3.20 Options Canceled (65,764) 11.16 ---------- Ending Outstanding 1,416,900 $ 12.84 ========== Exercisable as of February 1, 1998 474,724 $ 5.56 Additional information regarding options outstanding as of February 1, 1998 is as follows: OPTIONS OUTSTANDING OPTIONS EXERCISABLE ---------------------------------------- ---------------------------------------------------- NUMBER WEIGHTED NUMBER OUTSTANDING AVERAGE WEIGHTED EXERCISABLE WEIGHTED RANGE OF AS OF REMAINING AVERAGE AS OF AVERAGE EXERCISE PRICES FEB. 1, 1998 CONTRACTUAL LIFE EXERCISE PRICE FEB. 1, 1998 EXERCISE PRICE - -------------------- ---------------- ------------------- -------------- ------------ -------------- $0.26 - $3.67 158,212 5.95 $ 2.86 132,334 $ 2.75 3.78 - 3.89 379,536 7.91 3.88 190,942 3.88 4.00 - 13.92 376,652 8.21 10.67 139,776 9.71 14.17 - 25.83 180,750 9.16 20.26 11,672 15.45 26.38 - 32.56 321,750 9.74 26.67 -- -- --------- ---- ------ ------- ------ $ 0.26 -$32.56 1,416,900 8.35 $12.84 474,724 $ 5.56 In January 1996, the Company's previous Chief Executive Officer resigned effective March 1996, and surrendered 178,136 unvested shares of restricted stock to the Company which were subsequently canceled. During the year ended February 1, 1998, the Company granted a restricted stock award of 84,375 shares with a purchase price of $.01 per share to its Chief Executive Officer. The 84,375 share award begins vesting on March 31, 1999, with 25% of the shares vested, and thereafter will vest at 25% on each of March 31, 2000, 2001 and 2002, if, at the time of the vesting date, certain cumulative earnings per share growth targets have been satisfied. During the year ended February 1, 1998, the Company recorded $160,293 of deferred compensation expense associated with this award. The Company accounts for its stock-based awards using the intrinsic value method in accordance with APB Opinion No. 25, "Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees," and its related interpretations. Accordingly, no compensation expense has been recognized in the financial statements for employee stock arrangements. SFAS No. 123, "Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation," requires the disclosure of pro forma net income and earnings per share had the Company adopted the fair value method as of the beginning of fiscal 1995. Under SFAS No. 123, the fair value of stock-based awards to employees is calculated through the use of option-pricing models, even though such models were developed to estimate the fair value of freely tradable, fully transferable options without vesting restrictions, which significantly differ from the Company's stock option awards. These models also require subjective assumptions, including future stock price volatility and expected time to exercise, which greatly affect the calculated values. The Company's calculations were made using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model with the following weighted average assumptions: expected life, 5 years following vesting; stock volatility, 60.6% in fiscal 1997, 80.3% in fiscal 1996 and 92.2% in fiscal 1995; risk-free interest rates, 6.1% in fiscal 1997, 6.6% in fiscal 1996 and 6.2% in fiscal 1995; and no dividends during the expected term. The Company's calculations are based on a multiple-option valuation approach and forfeitures are recognized as they occur. If the computed fair values of the fiscal 1997, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1995 awards had been amortized to expense over the vesting period of the awards, pro forma net income and earnings per share would have been reduced to the pro forma amounts indicated below: F-12 33 PACIFIC SUNWEAR OF CALIFORNIA, INC. NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED) FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED FEBRUARY 1, 1998, FEBRUARY 2, 1997 AND FEBRUARY 4, 1996 FISCAL FISCAL FISCAL 1997 1996 1995 ------------ ---------- ---------- Net Income As reported $16,358,459 $7,411,823 $2,632,691 Pro forma $15,320,101 $7,056,742 $2,592,916 Net Income Per Share, Basic As reported $1.25 $0.62 $0.23 Pro forma $1.17 $0.59 $0.22 Net Income Per Share, Diluted As reported $1.20 $0.59 $0.22 Pro forma $1.14 $0.58 $0.22 The impact of outstanding nonvested stock options granted prior to fiscal 1995 has been excluded from the pro forma calculation; accordingly, the fiscal 1995, fiscal 1996 and fiscal 1997 pro forma adjustments are not indicative of future period pro forma adjustments, when the calculation will apply to all stock options granted after fiscal 1994. In fiscal 1997, the Company established, subject to shareholder approval, the Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the "ESPP"), which provides a method for employees of the Company whereby they may voluntarily purchase common stock at a favorable price and upon favorable terms. The ESPP covers substantially all employees, except officers, who have three months of service with the Company. The ESPP is intended to constitute an "employee stock purchase plan" within the meaning of Section 423 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended, and therefore the Company does not recognize compensation expense related to the ESPP. The ESPP will be submitted to a vote of the Company shareholders at the 1998 annual shareholders' meeting. In fiscal 1995, the Company established the Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Executive Deferred Compensation Plan (the "Executive Plan"). The Executive Plan covers officers of the Company, and is funded by participant contributions and periodic discretionary contributions from the Company. For each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998, the Company made contributions of $58,854, $34,900 and $13,545, respectively, to the Executive Plan. In fiscal 1992, the Company established the Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Employee Savings Plan ("the 401(k) Plan"). The 401(k) Plan is a defined contribution plan (401(k)) covering substantially all employees who have reached age 21 and have one year of service with the Company. The 401(k) Plan is funded by employee contributions and periodic discretionary contributions from the Company, which are subject to approval by the Company's Board of Directors. For each of the three fiscal years in the period ended February 1, 1998, the Company made contributions, net of forfeitures, of $64,400, $66,750 and $59,100, respectively, to the 401(k) Plan. 9. ACCRUED LIABILITIES Accrued liabilities consist of the following: FEBRUARY 1, FEBRUARY 2, 1998 1997 ---------- ---------- Accrued compensation and benefits $4,185,159 $2,939,217 Reserve for store expansion/relocation and closing costs 954,823 1,424,315 Accrued costs related to corporate relocation 1,205,202 -- Sales tax payable 568,931 401,181 Gift certificates and store merchandise credits 778,390 439,994 Other 1,141,656 830,982 ---------- ---------- $8,834,161 $6,035,689 ========== ========== F-13 34 10. QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED) FIRST SECOND THIRD FOURTH QUARTER QUARTER QUARTER QUARTER ------------ ----------- ----------- ----------- Fiscal year ended February 1, 1998: Net sales $ 38,933,000 $48,326,000 $65,312,000 $74,559,000 Gross margin 11,707,000 15,849,000 23,671,000 25,683,000 Operating income 1,765,000 4,470,000 9,134,000 10,449,000 Net income 1,124,000 2,880,000 5,804,000 6,551,000 ------------ ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income per share, basic $ .09 $ .22 $ .42 $ .48 Net income per share, diluted $ .09 $ .21 $ .41 $ .46 Weighted average shares outstanding, basic (Note 1) 12,177,375 12,972,081 13,659,989 13,722,531 Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted (Note 1) 12,664,187 13,440,845 14,156,319 14,226,446 Fiscal year ended February 2, 1997: Net sales $ 27,641,000 $34,567,000 $43,247,000 $49,807,000 Gross margin 7,278,000 10,818,000 14,287,000 16,752,000 Operating income (298,000) 2,426,000 4,450,000 5,431,000 Net income (170,000) 1,485,000 2,739,000 3,357,000 ------------ ----------- ----------- ----------- Net income per share, basic $ (0.01) $ 0.12 $ 0.23 $ 0.28 Net income per share, diluted $ (0.01) $ 0.12 $ 0.22 $ 0.27 Weighted average shares outstanding, basic (Note 1) 11,835,866 11,973,785 12,073,862 12,123,534 Weighted average shares outstanding, diluted (Note 1) 11,835,866 12,428,253 12,513,122 12,592,232 Earnings per basic and diluted shares outstanding are computed independently for each of the quarters presented and therefore may not sum to the totals for the year. F-14 35 INDEX TO EXHIBITS Exhibit Number Description of Exhibit - -------- ------------------------------------------------------------------ (1) 3.1 Third Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Company (5) 3.2 Certificate of Amendment of Third Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Company 3.2 Certificate of Amendment of Third Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of the Company (1) 3.4 Second Amended and Restated Bylaws of the Company (1) 4.1 Specimen stock certificate (1)10.1 Form of Indemnity Agreement between the Company and each of its executive officers and directors (1)10.2 1986-87 Stock Option Plan dated as of December 11, 1986, as amended (the "Option Plan") (1)10.3 Form of Incentive Stock Option under the Option Plan (1)10.4 Form of Nonstatutory Stock Option under the Option Plan (3)10.5 Second Amended and Restated 1992 Stock Award Plan dated June 8, 1994 (the "Award Plan") (2)10.6 Form of Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement under the Award Plan (2)10.7 Form of Incentive Stock Option Agreement under the Award Plan (2)10.8 Form of Restricted Stock Award Agreement under the Award Plan (1)10.9 Registration Rights Agreement dated November 25, 1986, as amended, by and among the Company and certain holders of the Preferred Stock of the Company 10.11 Standard Industrial Lease - Net, dated September 30, 1997 between the Company and Bank of America National Trust and Savings Association, as amended, and Standard Industrial Lease - Net, dated January 12, 1998 between the Company and The Realty Associates Fund IV, L.P., a Delaware limited partnership, as amended for the Company's corporate headquarters and distribution center located in Anaheim, California (4)10.12 Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Executive Deferred Compensation Plan and Trust Agreement (6)10.13 Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (7)10.14 Employment Agreement, dated November 3, 1997, by and between Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. and Greg H. Weaver 10.15 Severance Agreements, dated October 27, 1997 and November 6, 1996, by and between Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. and Timothy M. Harmon and Carl W. Womack, respectively (8)10.16 Asset Purchase Agreement dated August 4, 1997 by and among the Company, Good Vibrations Inc. and certain other parties 23.1 Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP 27 Financial Data Schedule F-15 36 - ------------------- (1) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Form S-1 Registration Statement (No. 33-57860) as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on February 4, 1993. (2) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 8, 1994. (3) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Form S-8 Registration Statement as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 28, 1995. (4) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 17, 1995. (5) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on April 4, 1997. (6) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Registration Statement on Form S-8 as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on November 20, 1997. (7) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-Q as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on December 16, 1997. (8) Incorporated by reference from the Company's Annual Report on Form 8-K as Filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 16, 1997. F-16