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AS FILED WITH THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION ON FEBRUARY 20, 2002
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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 20-F
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF
1934
FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2001
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER 1-12356
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(Translation of Registrant's name into English)
FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF GERMANY
(Jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
EPPLESTRASSE 225, 70567 STUTTGART, GERMANY
(Address of principal executive offices)
Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act.
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NAME OF EACH EXCHANGE
TITLE OF EACH CLASS ON WHICH REGISTERED
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Ordinary Shares, no par value Frankfurt Stock Exchange
New York Stock Exchange
Chicago Stock Exchange
Pacific Stock Exchange
Philadelphia Stock Exchange
American Depositary Notes representing 5 3/4% Subordinated New York Stock Exchange
Mandatory Convertible Notes Due June 14, 2002
GUARANTEE OF THE FOLLOWING SECURITIES OF:
DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation
8.50% Notes Due January 18, 2031 New York Stock Exchange
7 3/8% Notes Due September 15, 2006 New York Stock Exchange
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Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act.
NONE
(Title of Class)
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Securities for which there is a reporting obligation pursuant to Section 15(d)
of the Act.
NONE
(Title of Class)
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Indicate the number of outstanding shares of each of the issuer's classes of
capital or common stock as of the close of the period covered by the annual
report:
Ordinary Shares, no par value . . . . . . . . . 1,003,271,998
(as of December 31, 2001)
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.
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Yes /X/ No / /
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Indicate by check mark which financial statement item the registrant has elected
to follow.
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Item 17 / / Item 18 /X/
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PART I
Item 1. Identity of Directors, Senior Management and Advisers....... 2
Item 2. Offer Statistics and Expected Timetable..................... 2
Item 3. Key Information............................................. 2
Selected Financial Data................................. 2
Risk Factors............................................ 5
Item 4. Information on the Company.................................. 5
Introduction............................................ 5
Description of Business Segments........................ 7
Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart................ 7
Chrysler Group...................................... 11
Commercial Vehicles................................. 16
Services............................................ 21
Other Activities.................................... 23
Supplies and Raw Materials.............................. 25
Government Regulation and Environmental Matters......... 26
Introduction of the Euro................................ 29
Description of Property................................. 30
Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects................ 33
Accounting Principles................................... 33
Inflation............................................... 34
Factors Affecting Operations and Financial Reporting.... 34
Operating Results....................................... 39
2001 Compared With 2000............................. 41
2000 Compared With 1999............................. 47
Liquidity and Capital Resources......................... 52
Research and Development................................ 55
Outlook................................................. 57
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking
Statements.......................................... 58
Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees.................. 59
Supervisory Board....................................... 59
Board of Management..................................... 62
Compensation............................................ 65
Employees and Labor Relations........................... 66
Share Ownership......................................... 67
Item 7. Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions........... 68
Item 8. Financial Information....................................... 69
Consolidated Financial Statements....................... 69
Other Financial Information............................. 69
Separate Financial Statements....................... 69
Export Sales........................................ 70
Legal Proceedings................................... 70
Dividend Policy..................................... 72
Significant Changes..................................... 72
Item 9. The Offer and Listing....................................... 72
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Item 10. Additional Information...................................... 75
Options to Purchase Securities from Registrant or
Subsidiaries........................................ 75
Memorandum and Articles of Association.................. 76
Material Contracts...................................... 80
Exchange Controls....................................... 80
Taxation................................................ 80
Documents on Display.................................... 84
Item 11. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market
Risk...................................................... 84
Exchange Rate Risk...................................... 85
Interest Rate Risk...................................... 86
Equity Price Risk....................................... 87
Item 12. Description of Securities Other than Equity Securities...... 87
PART II
Item 13. Defaults, Dividend Arrearages and Delinquencies............. 87
Item 14. Material Modifications to the Rights of Security Holders and
Use of Proceeds........................................... 87
Item 15. [Reserved].................................................. 87
Item 16. [Reserved].................................................. 87
PART III
Item 17. Financial Statements........................................ 88
Item 18. Financial Statements........................................ 88
Item 19. Exhibits.................................................... 88
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PRESENTATION
DaimlerChrysler has prepared the consolidated financial statements included
in this Annual Report (the "Consolidated Financial Statements") in accordance
with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America
which are referred to as U.S. GAAP. See Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial
Statements.
CURRENCY TRANSLATION
Effective January 1, 1999, Germany and ten other member states of the
European Union adopted the euro of the European Monetary Union as their common
currency. They also established fixed conversion rates between their existing
sovereign currencies and the euro. On January 1, 2001, Greece joined the
European Monetary Union. DaimlerChrysler has been preparing its consolidated
financial statements in euros since 1999. It also has translated financial
information presented in this Annual Report for periods prior to January 1, 1999
from Deutsche Marks or DM into euros using the official fixed conversion rate of
DM1.95583 for [EURO]1.
For the reader's convenience, some financial information has been translated
from euros into United States dollars ("dollars" or "$") at an assumed rate of
[EURO]1 = $0.8901. This rate represents the noon buying rate for euros on
December 31, 2001 in New York City as certified by the Federal Reserve Bank of
New York for customs purposes. The convenience translations do not mean that the
euro amounts actually represent the corresponding dollar amounts stated or could
be converted into dollars at the assumed rate. The assumed rate also differs
from the rates used in the preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Further information about recent rates of exchange between euros and dollars
appears in "Item 3. Key Information."
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Investors are cautioned that the forward-looking statements contained in
this Annual Report involve both risk and uncertainty. A number of important
factors could cause actual results or outcomes to differ materially from those
anticipated by these statements. See "Cautionary Statement Regarding
Forward-Looking Statements" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects."
REFERENCES
In this Annual Report, "DaimlerChrysler," the "DaimlerChrysler Group" or the
"Group" refers to DaimlerChrysler AG and its consolidated subsidiaries.
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PART I
ITEM 1. IDENTITY OF DIRECTORS, SENIOR MANAGEMENT AND ADVISERS.
Not applicable.
ITEM 2. OFFER STATISTICS AND EXPECTED TIMETABLE.
Not applicable.
ITEM 3. KEY INFORMATION.
SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
The following table presents selected consolidated financial information of
DaimlerChrysler. The table should be read together with "Item 5. Operating and
Financial Review and Prospects" and the Consolidated Financial Statements.
The selected consolidated financial data presented below as of and for the
years ended December 31, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998 and 1997 have been taken or are
derived from the audited consolidated financial statements of DaimlerChrysler
for the relevant periods. The selected consolidated financial data have been
prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP except for the use of the proportionate
method of consolidation for a material joint venture in 1998 and 1997. Under
U.S. GAAP, joint ventures would be accounted for using the equity method of
accounting. DaimlerChrysler AG received permission from the United States
Securities and Exchange Commission to prepare its consolidated financial
statements with this departure from U.S. GAAP. The business combination of
Chrysler and Daimler-Benz consummated in November 1998 was treated as a "pooling
of interests" for accounting purposes. Consequently, DaimlerChrysler restated
the results of both companies as if they had been combined for all periods
presented.
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YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001(1) 2001 2000 1999 1998(2) 1997(2)
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(IN MILLIONS, EXCEPT FOR ORDINARY SHARE AMOUNTS)
INCOME STATEMENT DATA:
Revenues..................... $ 136,072 [EURO]152,873 [EURO]162,384 [EURO]149,985 [EURO]131,782 [EURO]117,572
Income (loss) before
financial income........... (1,457) (1,637) 4,320 9,324 7,330 5,512
Income (loss) before
extraordinary items and
cumulative effects of
changes in accounting
principles................. (589) (662) 2,465 5,106 4,949 6,547(3)
Basic earnings (loss) per
share.................... (0.59) (0.66) 2.46 5.09 5.16 6.90(3)
Diluted earnings (loss) per
share.................... (0.59) (0.66) 2.45 5.06 5.04 6.78(3)
Net income (loss)............ (589) (662) 7,894(4) 5,746 4,820 6,547(3)
Basic earnings (loss) per
share.................... (0.59) (0.66) 7.87(4) 5.73 5.03 6.90(3)
Diluted earnings (loss) per
share.................... (0.59) (0.66) 7.80(4) 5.69 4.91 6.78(3)
BALANCE SHEET DATA (END OF
PERIOD):
Total assets................. $ 184,616 [EURO]207,410 [EURO]199,274 [EURO]174,667 [EURO]136,149 [EURO]124,831
Short-term financial
liabilities................ 30,212 33,942 35,840 36,721 20,475 17,341
Long-term financial
liabilities................ 50,705 56,966 48,943 27,767 19,955 17,034
Capital stock................ 2,322 2,609 2,609 2,565 2,561 2,391
Stockholders' equity......... 34,717 39,004 42,409 36,060 30,367 27,960
OTHER DATA:
Weighted average number of
shares outstanding
Basic...................... 1,003.2 1,003.2 1,003.2 1,002.9 959.3 949.3
Diluted.................... 1,003.2 1,003.2 1,013.9 1,013.6 987.1 968.2
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(1) Amounts in this column are unaudited and have been converted from euros into
dollars solely for the convenience of the reader at an exchange rate of
[EURO]1 = $0.8901, the noon buying rate for euros on December 31, 2001.
(2) The consolidated financial statements as of December 31, 1998 and 1997 and
for the years then ended have been prepared in Deutsche Marks and were
translated into euros at the fixed rate of DM1.95583 per euro.
(3) Income before extraordinary item and net income for 1997 include
[EURO]2,490 million of special non-recurring tax benefits. These tax
benefits resulted partially from a special distribution which Daimler-Benz
Aktiengesellschaft, the predecessor of DaimlerChrysler AG, paid to holders
of its ordinary shares and American Depositary Shares on June 15, 1998, and
partially from the reversal of valuation allowances previously established
on deferred tax assets. The valuation allowances resulted primarily from net
operating loss carryforwards of the Daimler-Benz group's German companies
that filed a combined tax return (ORGANSCHAFT). The tax benefit resulting
from the special distribution was [EURO]1,487 million and the tax benefit
resulting from the reversal of the valuation allowances was
[EURO]1,003 million. Without these tax benefits, the basic earnings per
ordinary share in 1997 were [EURO]4.28 and the diluted earnings per ordinary
share were [EURO]4.21.
(4) Net income for 2000 includes [EURO]5,516 million of extraordinary gains from
the disposals of businesses. Without these gains, the basic earnings per
ordinary share in 2000 were [EURO]2.37 and the diluted earnings per ordinary
share were [EURO]2.36.
DIVIDENDS
The following table shows in euros and in dollars the dividends paid per
DaimlerChrysler ordinary share for the years 2000, 1999 and 1998 and the
dividend paid per Daimler-Benz ordinary share for the year 1997. The table also
discloses the dividend amount per DaimlerChrysler ordinary share for 2001
proposed by the Supervisory Board and the Board of Management for approval at
the annual general meeting of stockholders to be held on April 10, 2002.
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The table does not reflect any related tax credits available to German
taxpayers who receive dividend payments. Owners of DaimlerChrysler ordinary
shares who are United States residents should refer to "Taxation" in "Item 10.
Additional Information" for potential German and United States federal income
tax consequences of their receipt of dividends from DaimlerChrysler AG.
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DIVIDEND PAID
YEAR ENDED PER ORDINARY
DECEMBER 31, SHARE
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[EURO]
1997(1) .............................. 0.80 $0.87
1998 .............................. 2.35 2.50
1999 .............................. 2.35 2.22
2000 .............................. 2.35 2.08
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2001 (proposed)(2) .............................. [EURO] 1.00 $0.87
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(1) The dividend amount shown for the year 1997 is the dividend amount paid by
Daimler-Benz Aktiengesellschaft, adjusted for a special distribution
Daimler-Benz Aktiengesellschaft paid to holders of its ordinary shares and
American Depositary Shares on June 15, 1998.
(2) The euro amount shown for 2001 was translated into dollars solely for the
convenience of the reader at an exchange rate of [EURO]1 = $0.8713, the noon
buying rate for euros on February 14, 2002.
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See also "Dividend Policy" in "Item 8. Financial Information."
EXCHANGE RATE INFORMATION
The following table shows average, high, low and period-end noon buying
rates. For 1997 and 1998, the table reflects the average, high, low and
period-end noon buying rates for the Deutsche Mark, shown after conversion into
euros at the fixed rate of DM1.95583 per euro. For periods after January 1,
1999, the table shows the average, high, low and period-end noon buying rates
for the euro.
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YEAR AVERAGE(1) HIGH LOW PERIOD-END
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(IN $ PER [EURO])
1997 ....................................... 1.1244 1.2689 1.0398 1.0871
1998 ....................................... 1.1120 1.2178 1.0548 1.1733
1999 ....................................... 1.0588 1.1812 1.0016 1.0070
2000 ....................................... 0.9207 1.0335 0.8270 0.9388
2001 ....................................... 0.8909 0.9535 0.8370 0.8901
2001
July................................. 0.8797 0.8370 0.8752
August............................... 0.9194 0.8775 0.9090
September............................ 0.9310 0.8868 0.9099
October.............................. 0.9181 0.8893 0.8993
November............................. 0.9044 0.8770 0.8958
December............................. 0.9044 0.8773 0.8901
2002
January.............................. 0.9031 0.8594 0.8594
February (through February 14,
2002).............................. 0.8778 0.8613 0.8713
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(1) The average of the noon buying rates on the last business day of each month
during the relevant year.
On February 14, 2002, the noon buying rate for [EURO]1 was $0.8713.
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DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares have traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange
in euros since the beginning of 1999. Fluctuations in the exchange rate between
the euro and the dollar will affect the dollar equivalent of the euro price of
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares reported for trades on the German stock
exchanges. For this reason, exchange rate fluctuations are likely to affect the
market price of the ordinary shares on the New York Stock Exchange, as well as
the dollar amounts received upon conversion of cash dividends paid by
DaimlerChrysler AG in euros.
See "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects" and "Item 11.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk" for a discussion of
the effect exchange rate fluctuations have on the business and operations of
DaimlerChrysler as well as the hedging techniques used to manage the Group's
exposure to such fluctuations.
RISK FACTORS
For a discussion of risk factors and critical accounting policies, see
"Factors Affecting Operations and Financial Reporting" in "Item 5. Operating and
Financial Review and Prospects."
ITEM 4. INFORMATION ON THE COMPANY.
INTRODUCTION
ORGANIZATION
DaimlerChrysler AG is a stock corporation organized under the laws of the
Federal Republic of Germany. It was incorporated in Germany on May 6, 1998 in
the course of the business combination of Daimler-Benz Aktiengesellschaft and
Chrysler Corporation. DaimlerChrysler AG has its registered office at
Epplestrasse 225, 70567 Stuttgart, Germany, telephone +49-711-17-0. Its agent
for U.S. federal securities law purposes is DaimlerChrysler North America
Holding Corporation, located at 1000 Chrysler Drive, Auburn Hills, MI
48326-2766.
HISTORY
On May 7, 1998, Daimler-Benz Aktiengesellschaft and Chrysler Corporation
entered into a business combination agreement, which their stockholders approved
on September 18, 1998. Chrysler became a wholly owned subsidiary of
DaimlerChrysler AG through a merger transaction completed on November 12, 1998
in which its shareholders received DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. Following an
exchange offer in which more than 98% of Daimler-Benz stockholders exchanged
their Daimler-Benz ordinary shares for ordinary shares of DaimlerChrysler AG,
Daimler-Benz was merged into DaimlerChrysler AG on December 21, 1998.
Accordingly, DaimlerChrysler AG is the successor corporation to Daimler-Benz
Aktiengesellschaft and comprises the respective businesses, stockholder groups,
managements and other constituencies of Chrysler and Daimler-Benz.
BUSINESS SUMMARY AND DEVELOPMENTS
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler reorganized some of its business segments.
Following the exchange in July 2000 of the Group's controlling interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a non-controlling (equity method) interest in
European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company EADS N.V. (EADS), DaimlerChrysler
transferred the remaining businesses of the former Aerospace segment and the
investment in EADS to the Other Activities segment. In January 2001,
DaimlerChrysler combined the operations of MTU/Diesel Engines, which was
previously part of the Other Activities segment, with the Commercial Vehicles'
powertrain business in a new business unit within the Commercial Vehicles
segment called DaimlerChrysler Powersystems. DaimlerChrysler has reclassified
prior period amounts to conform its segment presentation to the new structure.
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DaimlerChrysler AG is the ultimate parent company of the DaimlerChrysler
Group. The Group is primarily engaged in the development, manufacture,
distribution and sale of a wide range of automotive products, mainly passenger
cars and commercial vehicles. It also provides financial and other services
relating to the automotive value-added chain. The DaimlerChrysler Group has five
business segments:
- MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART
- CHRYSLER GROUP
- COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
- SERVICES
- OTHER ACTIVITIES
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler continued its strategy of concentrating on the
automotive core business and related services. 97% of the Group's revenues in
2001 relate to the automotive business, including financial services. The
DaimlerChrysler Group is active primarily in Europe and in the NAFTA region
which consists of the United States, Canada and Mexico. Through its alliances
with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and Hyundai Motor Company, the Group expects
to increase its presence in the Asian market. It is also a leading commercial
vehicle manufacturer in South America. In 2001, DaimlerChrysler derived
approximately 53% of its revenues from sales in the United States, 15% from
sales in Germany and 15% from sales in other countries of the European Union.
See "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects."
DaimlerChrysler's aggregate capital expenditures for property, plant and
equipment were [EURO]8.9 billion in 2001, [EURO]10.4 billion in 2000, and
[EURO]9.5 billion in 1999. In 2001, the United States accounted for 47% and
Germany for 27% of these capital expenditures. Expenditures on operating leases
in 2001 were [EURO]18.0 billion, somewhat less than in the two prior years
(2000: [EURO]19.1 billion; 1999: [EURO]19.3 billion). See also "Description of
Business Segments" for a description of capital expenditures by business
segment.
In October 2000, DaimlerChrysler acquired a 34% equity interest in
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation. In June 2001, AB Volvo sold its 3.3% equity
interest in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and its rights in several operational
contracts with Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, including all rights resulting
from Volvo's cooperation with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Company, to
DaimlerChrysler. As a result, DaimlerChrysler's equity interest in Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation increased to 37.3%.
On October 1, 2000, DaimlerChrysler and Deutsche Telekom AG combined their
information technology activities in a joint venture. As part of the
transaction, Deutsche Telekom contributed [EURO]4.6 billion in cash to
DaimlerChrysler's information technology subsidiary debis Systemhaus in return
for which Deutsche Telekom received a 50.1% interest in that company. In 2001,
debis Systemhaus was renamed T-Systems ITS. In January 2002, DaimlerChrysler
decided to exit the joint venture by exercising its option to sell to Deutsche
Telekom the Group's 49.9% interest for proceeds of [EURO]4.7 billion. The sale
is expected to close in March 2002 with the termination of the joint venture.
See also "Material Contracts" in "Item 10. Additional Information." For
additional information and a description of other acquisitions and dispositions
of businesses during the last three years, see Notes 4 and 11 to the
Consolidated Financial Statements.
In 2001, the Group had a net loss of [EURO]0.7 billion compared to net
income of [EURO]7.9 billion in 2000. The 2000 net income includes net gains on
dispositions of [EURO]5.5 billion, which have been classified as extraordinary
under special accounting rules applicable only to transactions occurring within
a two-year period following the business combination of Daimler-Benz and
Chrysler in November 1998, which was accounted for as a pooling of interests.
Additionally, net income in 2000 contains a net expense of [EURO]87 million from
cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles for derivative financial
instruments (SFAS 133) and retained interests in sold receivables (EITF 99-20).
Net income (loss) including extraordinary items and cumulative effects of
changes in accounting principles decreased by [EURO]8.6 billion to a net loss of
[EURO]0.7 billion in 2001. Before extraordinary items and
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cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles DaimlerChrysler had a
basic and diluted loss per ordinary share of [EURO]0.66 in 2001, compared to
basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share in 2000 of [EURO]2.46 and
[EURO]2.45, respectively. Including extraordinary items and cumulative effects
of changes in accounting principles, the basic and diluted loss per ordinary
share in 2001 remains unchanged at [EURO]0.66, compared to basic and diluted
earnings per share in 2000 of [EURO]7.87 and [EURO]7.80, respectively. See
"Item 3. Key Information" and "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects."
As of December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler AG had 1,003,271,998 shares
outstanding and approximately 1.9 million stockholders. Its ordinary shares are
traded on various stock exchanges throughout the world, including the Frankfurt
Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange.
SIGNIFICANT SUBSIDIARIES
The following table shows the principal significant subsidiaries owned,
directly or indirectly, by DaimlerChrysler AG as of December 31, 2001:
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PERCENTAGE
NAME OF COMPANY OWNED
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DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation, Auburn Hills, MI, a Delaware corporation......... 100.0
DaimlerChrysler Corporation, Auburn Hills, MI, a Delaware corporation........................... 100.0
DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC, Southfield, MI, a Michigan limited liability
company................................................................................. 100.0
DaimlerChrysler Motors Corporation, Auburn Hills, MI, a Delaware corporation................ 100.0
Freightliner LLC, Portland, OR, a Delaware limited liability company............................ 100.0
DaimlerChrysler Services AG, registered in Berlin, Germany.......................................... 100.0
Micro Compact Car smart GmbH, registered in Renningen, Germany...................................... 100.0
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DaimlerChrysler AG owns 100% of DaimlerChrysler North America Holding
Corporation, DaimlerChrysler Services AG and Micro Compact Car smart GmbH.
DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation owns 100% of DaimlerChrysler
Corporation and Freightliner LLC. DaimlerChrysler Corporation owns 100% of
DaimlerChrysler Services North America LLC and DaimlerChrysler Motors
Corporation.
DESCRIPTION OF BUSINESS SEGMENTS
MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART
Mercedes-Benz passenger cars are world renowned for their innovative
technology, highest levels of comfort, quality and safety, and pioneering
design. The smart is a micro compact passenger car designed to respond to the
challenges of urban mobility and optimum use of resources. Mercedes-Benz
Passenger Cars & smart contributed approximately 29% of the Group's revenues in
2001.
PRODUCTS
MERCEDES-BENZ. The Mercedes-Benz passenger car product range consists of
the following series:
THE S-CLASS. The S-Class is a line of full-size luxury sedans ranging from
the S 320 to the S 600. In addition to various gasoline powered models, this
line also includes two diesel engine versions with common-rail technology, the S
320 CDI and the S 400 CDI. A sportier version, the S 55 AMG, and two stretched
Pullman sedans based on the S 500 and S 600 complete the line-up. The S-Class
has been one of the main contributors over the years to the strength of the
Mercedes-Benz brand and its reputation for innovative high-quality luxury
automobiles with an uncompromised emphasis on operator and passenger safety and
superior resale value.
The CL, a top-of-the-line coupe, represents a unique combination of superior
driving performance, comfort and state-of-the-art technology. Customers can
choose among three models, the CL 500, the CL 600 and the CL 55 AMG.
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In October 2001, DaimlerChrysler introduced a new SL series with an all-new
body style in the European markets. The new SL versions, the SL 500 and the SL
55 AMG, feature several technological innovations, including a state-of-the-art
vario-roof, an electrohydraulic brake control system and an active suspension
system. The new SL series is scheduled to become available in the United States
beginning in March 2002.
In 1999, DaimlerChrysler entered into an agreement with McLaren Cars Ltd., a
wholly-owned subsidiary of TAG McLaren Holding Ltd., for the design and
production of a new high-performance sports car, the SLR. The market launch of
the SLR is scheduled for 2003. DaimlerChrysler owns a 40% interest in TAG
McLaren Holding Ltd.
THE E-CLASS. The E-Class represents a line of luxury sedans and station
wagons. E-Class sedans are available in six gasoline engine versions ranging
from the E 200 to the E 55 AMG and four common-rail diesel engine versions.
DaimlerChrysler plans to introduce a redesigned E-Class sedan in March 2002 and
a new station wagon in 2003.
THE C-CLASS. The C-Class is a line of compact luxury sedans and station
wagons. Five gasoline engine versions, ranging from the C 180 to the C 32 AMG,
and three common-rail diesel engine versions are available. Following the
introduction of a new C-Class sedan in 2000, a redesigned C-Class station wagon
and a new C-Class sports coupe entered the market in Europe in March 2001 and in
the United States in September 2001. The SLK, a two-seat roadster, the CLK coupe
and the CLK convertible complement the C-Class product family. New versions of
the CLK coupe and the CLK convertible are scheduled for March 2002 and for 2003,
respectively.
THE A-CLASS. The A-Class is a four-door hatchback with front-wheel drive
that is available in three gasoline engine versions and two diesel engine
versions with common-rail technology. Concurrent with a facelift of the existing
model, a long wheelbase version of the A-Class became available in May 2001. The
A-Class is not offered in the United States.
THE M-CLASS. The M-Class is a line of four-by-four sport-utility vehicles
ranging from the ML 270 CDI to the ML 55 AMG. It combines off-road capabilities
with the comfort of a passenger car. DaimlerChrysler produces the M-Class in
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and, since 1999, in Graz, Austria. A facelifted version of
the M-Class was introduced in September 2001.
THE G-CLASS. The G-Class is a four-wheel drive cross-country vehicle that
has been consistently successful in its market segment since it was introduced
in 1979. It comes in a short and long wheelbase version and also as a
convertible. Two gasoline engine models and two common-rail diesel engine models
are currently available. In December 2001, DaimlerChrysler began to offer the G
500 long wheelbase version in the United States.
MAYBACH. DaimlerChrysler is developing a high-end luxury limousine under
the brand name "Maybach" which it expects to introduce in the fall of 2002.
SMART. In 1998, DaimlerChrysler introduced a new micro compact car, the
smart City coupe. The smart cdi, a diesel version of the smart, and a smart
convertible complement the product family. The two-seat smart offers a
trend-setting response to the challenges of urban mobility and optimum use of
resources. In New European Driving Cycle (NEDC) tests, the smart cdi achieved a
fuel efficiency performance of 3.4 liters per 100 km (approximately 69 miles per
gallon). In October 2001, a right-hand drive version of the smart City coupe
became available in selected markets. The smart is not offered in the United
States.
DaimlerChrysler plans to expand the smart product line by adding a two-seat
roadster model and a coupe derivative in 2003 and, beginning in 2004, a
four-door model. Mitsubishi Motors Corporation plans to offer a vehicle under
its own brand name using the same platform and major components of the smart.
MARKETS, SALES AND COMPETITION
In 2001, the most important markets for the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars &
smart segment were Germany (35% of unit sales), the remainder of Western Europe
(33% of unit sales), the United States (17% of unit sales) and
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Japan (4% of unit sales). In Germany, new passenger car registrations for all
manufacturers were 3.3 million units, 1% less than in the previous year. In
Western Europe (excluding Germany), new registrations of passenger cars
increased 1% to 11.5 million units.
The following table shows the distribution of revenues and unit sales for
the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment by geographic market since
1999:
REVENUES AND UNIT SALES
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 % CHANGE 2000 % CHANGE 1999
--------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
REVENUES(1)
Western Europe.................... 29,226 +11 26,396 +10 23,941
Germany....................... 16,433 +5 15,661 +8 14,506
Other......................... 12,793 +19 10,735 +14 9,435
NAFTA region...................... 11,891 +7 11,112 +21 9,180
United States................. 11,034 +7 10,303 +21 8,519
Canada and Mexico............. 857 +6 809 +22 661
Asia.............................. 4,236 +9 3,886 +25 3,101
Japan......................... 2,139 -1 2,154 +10 1,951
Other......................... 2,097 +21 1,732 +51 1,150
Other markets..................... 2,352 +2 2,306 +23 1,878
--------- --------- ---------
World......................... 47,705 +9 43,700 +15 38,100
========= ========= =========
UNITS
Western Europe.................... 838,800 +6 787,800 +6 741,300
Germany....................... 436,500 -1 440,000 +6 416,800
Other......................... 402,300 +16 347,800 +7 324,500
NAFTA region...................... 229,400 +4 220,600 +4 212,100
United States................. 213,400 +4 205,700 +4 197,200
Canada and Mexico............. 16,000 +7 14,900 0 14,900
Asia.............................. 93,800 +12 84,100 +12 75,000
Japan......................... 48,100 +12 43,000 -13 49,500
Other......................... 45,700 +11 41,100 +61 25,500
Other markets..................... 67,700 +8 62,400 +20 51,900
--------- --------- ---------
World......................... 1,229,700 +6 1,154,900 +7 1,080,300
========= ========= =========
</Table>
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(1) [EURO] in millions.
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In 2001, both unit sales and revenues of Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars &
smart continued their upward trend. Passenger car unit sales increased 6% to
1,229,700 vehicles, primarily as a result of the strong performance of the
C-Class sedan, station wagon and sports coupe, partially offset by a decline in
E-Class unit sales principally caused by the planned market introduction of the
successor model in March 2002. In Germany, the segment posted a 1% decrease in
unit sales to 436,500 in an overall declining market. At 402,300, unit sales in
Western Europe (excluding Germany) were up 16%. This was mainly due to higher
demand for passenger cars in the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Italy. In the
United States, the most important non-European market for Mercedes-Benz
passenger cars, unit sales reached 213,400, 4% more than in 2000. This increase
was primarily
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the result of an increase in sales of C-Class automobiles and continued strong
demand for the S-Class. Unit sales developed positively in Japan (+12% to
48,100) and in Asia (excluding Japan) (+11% to 45,700). For a discussion of
changes in revenues, see "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial
Review and Prospects."
In Western Europe, the principal competitors of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars
are BMW and Volkswagen (Audi, Bentley, Rolls Royce, VW) and, depending on the
market segment, Ford (Jaguar, Land Rover, Volvo), General Motors (Opel, Saab,
Vauxhall), Porsche, PSA (Peugeot/Citroen), Renault and Toyota (Lexus). In the
United States, the principal competitors include BMW, Ford (Jaguar, Land Rover,
Lincoln, Volvo), Honda (Acura), Nissan (Infiniti), Porsche, Toyota (Lexus),
Volkswagen (Audi, Bentley, Rolls Royce, VW) and, depending on the market
segment, Nissan, Toyota and certain models produced by General Motors (Cadillac,
Saab), Mazda and Mitsubishi Motors. Principal competitors of the smart are
Daewoo, Fiat, Ford, PSA (Peugeot/Citroen), Renault, Suzuki, Toyota (Daihatsu)
and Volkswagen (Audi, Seat, Skoda, VW).
The following table shows, by vehicle line, the number of units sold since
1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
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UNITS
S-Class (including CL and SL)....................... 106,500 108,500 98,300
E-Class............................................. 201,400 246,900 246,500
C-Class (including CLK and SLK)..................... 506,700 389,400 354,300
A-Class............................................. 190,600 198,400 206,900
M-Class............................................. 102,300 105,700 90,000
G-Class............................................. 6,000 3,900 4,400
smart............................................... 116,200 102,100 79,900
--------- --------- ---------
Total........................................... 1,229,700 1,154,900 1,080,300
========= ========= =========
</Table>
DISTRIBUTION
DaimlerChrysler distributes Mercedes-Benz passenger cars through a worldwide
distribution system covering 166 countries and customs areas. Sales
organizations differ in the various sales regions and are tailored to local
needs and requirements. In Germany, DaimlerChrysler operates its own wholesale
and retail network for Mercedes-Benz passenger cars. In other major European
markets and in the United States, Canada and Japan, a Group subsidiary sells
Mercedes-Benz passenger cars to an independent dealer network. In other markets,
including East Asia, DaimlerChrysler sells its Mercedes-Benz passenger cars
principally through independent general distributors. The smart is distributed
through selected sales locations within the Mercedes-Benz retail network.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES; RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
The Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment had [EURO]2.1 billion of
capital expenditures for fixed assets in 2001. Principal areas of investment
were the preparation for production of the upcoming successor models of the
E-Class, the CLK and the SL, the new Maybach and the new technology center in
Sindelfingen, Germany.
In 2001, research and development projects of the segment included primarily
the development of new models, namely the new Maybach, the SLR and the smart
roadster, and the upcoming successor models of the E-Class, the A-Class and the
M-Class.
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The following table shows the capital expenditures for fixed assets and the
research and development expenditures of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars &
smart segment during the last three years:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Capital expenditures for fixed assets.................. 2,061 2,096 2,228
Research and development............................... 2,402 2,241 2,043
</Table>
CHRYSLER GROUP
DaimlerChrysler Corporation, its subsidiaries DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc.
and DaimlerChrysler de Mexico S.A. de C.V. and other international automotive
affiliates manufacture, assemble and sell cars and trucks under the brand names
Chrysler, Jeep-Registered Trademark- and Dodge. The Chrysler Group segment
contributed approximately 41% of DaimlerChrysler's revenues in 2001.
TURNAROUND PLAN FOR THE CHRYSLER GROUP
In February 2001, in response to an increasingly competitive and weakening
U.S. automotive market, the Chrysler Group announced a turnaround plan designed
to improve its financial performance and market position through the following
key initiatives:
- NEW LEADERSHIP -- Dieter Zetsche, a member of the Board of Management,
leads the Chrysler Group as President and Chief Executive Officer, and
Wolfgang Bernhard serves as Chief Operating Officer.
- SUPPLIER COST REDUCTION INITIATIVE -- The Chrysler Group requested
suppliers to voluntarily reduce by 5% the prices charged for materials and
services effective January 1, 2001 and to work closely with the Chrysler
Group to identify an additional 10% cost reduction over the period 2001
through 2002.
- REVENUE ENHANCEMENT -- The Chrysler Group replaced certain dealer programs
with a new performance-based incentive program for 2001 under which
dealers may earn cash payments based on levels of achievement compared to
pre-assigned monthly retail sales objectives.
- WORKFORCE REDUCTION -- The Chrysler Group is reducing its workforce by
approximately 20% over the period 2001 through 2003. This reduction, which
affects about 26,000 employees, is being achieved through a combination of
retirements, special programs, attrition and layoffs.
- MANUFACTURING EFFICIENCIES -- In order to reduce excess production
capacity and adjust production volumes, the Chrysler Group is idling,
closing, or disposing of several manufacturing facilities, eliminating
shifts and reducing line speeds at certain facilities and adjusting
volumes at component, stamping and power-train facilities.
As part of the turnaround plan, DaimlerChrysler recorded a restructuring
charge in 2001 which primarily related to workforce reductions, asset
write-downs and contract cancellation costs. The charges recorded for the plan
in 2001 were [EURO]3.1 billion. For a further discussion of the Chrysler Group's
turnaround plan, see "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial
Review and Prospects" and Note 7 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
PRODUCT CREATION PROCESS
In 2001, the Chrysler Group implemented a new product creation process
intended to facilitate reduced vehicle development times and improved quality.
This process utilizes product innovation teams to guide the strategy and
execution of its new vehicle development programs. These teams will work within
the Chrysler
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Development System, which establishes "quality gates" to assure that
predetermined objectives are met at every stage of the vehicle development
process from creation to production. The product innovation teams are organized
as follows:
- PRODUCT STRATEGY TEAM -- This team analyzes the strategic issues necessary
to develop a business case for a new product or product line, such as
customer trends, design ideas, technological innovation and the economic
environment.
- PRODUCT TEAMS -- These teams, which have evolved from the platform team
concept, are managed by the Engineering, Manufacturing and Marketing
functions. The five product teams are: small vehicles, premium vehicles,
family vehicles, activity vehicles and pick-up trucks. This organization
provides the product teams with flexibility to adapt to the constantly
changing marketplace. A powertrain team will also work closely with the
product teams.
- COMPONENT TEAMS -- These teams, which cross all product teams, are charged
with maximizing value for a specific vehicle area or subsystem, while
reducing complexity across all vehicle lines, by facilitating more
component sharing where appropriate and improving communication with
suppliers. These teams will draw on the best practices from Mercedes-Benz
Passenger Cars & smart and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.
PRODUCTS
The Chrysler Group offers the following vehicles:
NEON. Neon is a compact four-door front-wheel drive sedan sold under the
Dodge brand name in the U.S. market and under the Chrysler brand name in Canada
and all other markets. Neon is generally available with a choice of two
2.0-liter four-cylinder engines and a choice of five-speed manual or four-speed
automatic transmission. A 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine with a five-speed
manual transmission and a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with a four-speed
automatic transmission are available in selected markets outside the NAFTA
region.
SEBRING AND STRATUS SEDANS. The Chrysler Sebring and Dodge Stratus are
mid-size front-wheel drive four-door sedans offering contemporary cab-forward
styling. Both sedans are offered in the NAFTA region in multiple models and are
powered by either a 2.4-liter four-cylinder or a 2.7-liter aluminum V-6 engine.
The Sebring is also offered in selected markets outside the NAFTA region with a
2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 2.7-liter aluminum V-6 engine.
INTREPID, CONCORDE AND 300M. Dodge Intrepid is a mid-size front-wheel drive
four-door sedan offered with a 2.7-liter or 3.5-liter aluminum V-6 engine. The
Intrepid is available only in the NAFTA region. The Chrysler Concorde is a
full-size front-wheel drive sedan available in three models and powered by
either a 2.7-liter or 3.5-liter aluminum V-6 engine. The Chrysler 300M is a
front-wheel drive sport sedan powered by a 3.5-liter aluminum V-6 engine for
both the NAFTA region and other markets with an optional 2.7-liter V-6 engine
for markets outside the NAFTA region. Concorde and 300M models are available in
the NAFTA region and in other selected markets.
OTHER CARS. Other cars include the Viper models, offered as a two-seat
sport roadster or sport coupe, both with a high performance V-10 powertrain; and
the Dodge Stratus and Chrysler Sebring, two-door coupes produced by Mitsubishi
Motor Manufacturing of America in its Normal, Illinois, assembly plant. Other
cars also include the front-wheel drive four-passenger mid-size Chrysler Sebring
convertible with a power top. It is available in the NAFTA region with a
2.7-liter aluminum V-6 engine and in other markets with a 2.0-liter
four-cylinder engine or a 2.7-liter aluminum V-6 engine. Lastly, the Dodge Atos,
produced by Hyundai and sold exclusively in Mexico, is a sub-compact monovolume
vehicle equipped with a 1.0-liter four-cylinder engine.
MINIVANS. The long wheelbase Dodge Grand Caravan and Chrysler Town &
Country are equipped with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The short
wheelbase Dodge Caravan and Chrysler Voyager are equipped with
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front-wheel drive. Gasoline engines available on minivans include a 2.4-liter
four-cylinder, a 3.3-liter V-6 and a 3.8-liter V-6. For selected markets, a
common rail 2.5-liter four-cylinder diesel engine is also available. In 2001,
the Chrysler and Dodge minivans continued to lead the market as the best-selling
minivans in the world.
PT CRUISER. PT Cruiser is sold under the Chrysler brand and offers the
interior volume of a full-size sedan or sport-utility vehicle with a length
shorter than many compact cars. The front-wheel drive PT Cruiser is available
with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and either a five-speed manual or a
four-speed automatic transmission. For other selected markets outside the NAFTA
region, a choice of four-cylinder engines includes the 1.6-liter gasoline,
2.0-liter gasoline and 2.2-liter common-rail diesel.
RAM PICK-UP. The Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck was completely redesigned for
the 2002 model year. The Ram 2500/3500 pick-up trucks have been redesigned for
the 2003 model year and will be available in the second half of 2002. Ram
pick-up trucks are available in standard cab and quad cab body styles. A chassis
cab variant is also offered in three wheelbases for various work applications.
The gasoline engine lineup includes a 3.7-liter V-6, a 4.7-liter V-8, a
5.9-liter V-8 and an 8.0-liter V-10. A 5.9-liter I-6 diesel is available with a
five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, and a diesel high-output
version is available with a six-speed manual transmission.
DAKOTA. The Dakota pick-up truck is available in standard, club and quad
cab body styles. Though a mid-size pick-up, the Dakota competes primarily in the
compact pick-up truck segment. The engine lineup consists of a 2.5-liter I-4, a
3.9-liter V-6, a 4.7-liter V-8 and a 5.9-liter V-8. Dakota is the only
competitor in the compact pick-up truck segment to offer a V-8.
DURANGO. The Dodge Durango, a five- to eight-passenger sport utility
vehicle, was derived from the Dakota platform and competes in the upper-middle
sport utility market. The Durango is available with a 4.7-liter or 5.9-liter V-8
engine, packaged in the bold, Dodge Ram-inspired exterior.
RAM VAN AND WAGON. The Ram Van and Wagon are Dodge's entry in the full-size
van/wagon market and are available in two wheelbases and three body
configurations. Dodge builds cargo vans, conversion vans and wagons up to
15-passenger capacity. Several tradesman packages, crew vans and small school
buses are available.
JEEP-REGISTERED TRADEMARK- GRAND CHEROKEE. The Grand Cherokee exemplifies
four-wheel drive leadership and style with an exceptional balance of power,
performance, on-road handling, security and luxury. Grand Cherokee is available
in a four-door body style in both two- and four-wheel drive configurations. In
the NAFTA region it is offered with a 4.0-liter I-6 or 4.7-liter V-8 engine.
Vehicles for the NAFTA region are produced in Detroit, Michigan, and vehicles
for sale outside the NAFTA region are produced in Graz, Austria, and are also
available with a 2.7-liter I-5 diesel engine.
JEEP-REGISTERED TRADEMARK- LIBERTY. Launched in the second quarter of 2001,
the all-new Jeep-Registered Trademark- Liberty continues
Jeep-Registered Trademark- leadership in four-wheel drive capability and adds a
new level of on-road refinement through independent front suspension, a new V-6
engine and isolated multi-link rear suspension in addition to a new body style
and other features. The Liberty is offered with two- or four-wheel drive, and a
2.4-liter gasoline, 3.7-liter V-6 gasoline or 2.5-liter turbo diesel engine. The
Liberty models are built in an all-new facility in Toledo, Ohio. This vehicle is
offered as Jeep-Registered Trademark- Cherokee in selected markets outside the
NAFTA region.
JEEP-REGISTERED TRADEMARK- WRANGLER. The Wrangler is the authentic
four-wheel drive vehicle that is the icon of the Jeep-Registered Trademark-
brand. Wrangler is offered with four-wheel drive, removable soft and hard top
systems, and a choice of four- or six-cylinder gasoline engines.
MARKETS, SALES AND COMPETITION
In 2001, the most important markets for the Chrysler Group were the United
States (80% of factory shipments or unit sales), Canada (9% of unit sales) and
Mexico (5% of unit sales). Retail sales in the United States
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and Canada amounted to 2,518,800 vehicles in 2001, which compares to 2,791,500
in 2000. For 2001, this represents a 13.2% share of the United States and Canada
car and truck market, compared to 14.4% in 2000. Industry retail sales in the
United States and Canada for 2001 were 19.1 million units, a decrease of 2% over
2000.
The following table shows the distribution of revenues and unit sales for
this segment by geographic market since 1999:
REVENUES AND UNIT SALES
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 % CHANGE 2000 % CHANGE 1999
--------- -------- --------- -------- ---------
REVENUES(1)
NAFTA region...................... 58,210 -7 62,814 +5 59,766
United States................. 51,548 -8 55,924 +3 54,052
Canada........................ 4,529 -9 4,963 +11 4,473
Mexico........................ 2,133 +11 1,927 +55 1,241
European Union.................... 3,546 +7 3,309 +26 2,620
Other markets..................... 1,727 -23 2,249 +32 1,699
--------- --------- ---------
World......................... 63,483 -7 68,372 +7 64,085
========= ========= =========
UNITS(2)
NAFTA region...................... 2,569,600 -10 2,858,500 -6 3,052,000
United States................. 2,196,000 -11 2,469,700 -8 2,693,200
Canada........................ 240,600 -10 267,400 0 268,300
Mexico........................ 133,000 +10 121,400 +34 90,500
European Union.................... 105,100 +2 103,000 +10 93,500
Other markets..................... 81,200 -3 83,700 0 83,800
--------- --------- ---------
World......................... 2,755,900 -10 3,045,200 -6 3,229,300
========= ========= =========
</Table>
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(1) [EURO] in millions.
(2) Unit sales represent factory shipments by the Chrysler Group.
------------------------------
In 2001, revenues of the Chrysler Group decreased primarily as a result of a
decrease in unit sales, partially offset by an appreciation of the dollar
against the euro. Measured in dollars, the currency in which a significant
portion of the Chrysler Group's sales are earned, revenues declined by 10%.
Total unit sales decreased by 10% to 2,755,900. Unit sales in the United States
were down 11% in 2001 to 2,196,000 vehicles, primarily attributable to
substantial competitive pressures in the U.S. market, especially in the Chrysler
Group's key market segments of upper-middle sport utility vehicles and pick-up
trucks. See also "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review
and Prospects."
In the NAFTA region, principal competitors of the Chrysler Group are General
Motors, Ford, Toyota, Honda and Nissan. Intense competition in the NAFTA region
is likely to continue. Due to the economic conditions in other markets,
particularly in Asia, and a relatively strong U.S. dollar, non-U.S. competitors
with excess capacity may intensify their efforts to export vehicles to the NAFTA
region.
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The following table shows, by vehicle line, the number of units sold since
1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
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UNITS(1)
Cars
Neon............................................ 188,400 236,300 251,200
Stratus and Sebring Sedans(2)................... 203,600 197,100 215,400
Intrepid, Concorde and 300M(3).................. 200,000 293,400 338,300
Other........................................... 105,900 92,300 101,300
Minivans............................................ 591,600 589,000 681,500
PT Cruiser.......................................... 214,300 141,200 --
Trucks
Ram Pick-up..................................... 375,900 434,700 487,100
Dakota.......................................... 163,100 195,800 171,100
Durango......................................... 132,600 180,900 219,600
Ram Van and Wagon............................... 57,500 77,000 83,100
Jeep-Registered Trademark-
Grand Cherokee.................................. 249,900 336,600 380,100
Liberty/Cherokee................................ 201,300 174,500 200,500
Wrangler........................................ 71,800 96,400 100,100
--------- --------- ---------
Total........................................... 2,755,900 3,045,200 3,229,300
========= ========= =========
</Table>
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(1) Unit sales represent factory shipments by the Chrysler Group.
(2) Includes former Cirrus and Breeze sedans.
(3) Includes former LHS sedan.
DISTRIBUTION
In the NAFTA region, new passenger cars and trucks are sold at retail by
dealers who have sales and service agreements with DaimlerChrysler Motors
Corporation, a 100% owned subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler Corporation. The dealers
purchase cars, trucks, parts and accessories from DaimlerChrysler Motors
Corporation for sale to retail customers. In the United States, DaimlerChrysler
Motors Corporation distributed its products through 4,320 dealers at
December 31, 2001, compared to 4,377 at December 31, 2000. In Canada, the dealer
network comprised 525 dealers at December 31, 2001, compared to 543 dealers at
December 31, 2000. In Mexico, the dealer network comprised 121 dealers at
December 31, 2001 and 2000.
Chrysler International Corporation, a 100% owned subsidiary of
DaimlerChrysler Corporation, sells vehicles in various other countries through
wholly-owned, affiliated and independent distributors and dealers.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES; RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
In 2001, the Chrysler Group invested [EURO]5.1 billion in fixed assets.
These capital expenditures related primarily to completion of the launches of
the all-new Jeep-Registered Trademark- Liberty and Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck
and launches of the Viper and the Dodge Ram 2500/3500 pick-up trucks in 2002 as
well as the Chrysler Pacifica. The Pacifica is a segment-busting all wheel-drive
sports tourer that combines the attributes of a minivan, sport utility vehicle
and sedan. A production version of the Pacifica will be revealed later this year
and will go on sale in early 2003. This amount also includes expenditures made
to improve capacity, upgrade powertrain and component facilities and maintain
other existing facilities.
Research and development expenditures in 2001 were primarily for new product
development, but also included development costs for improving existing
products. These expenditures included compliance costs associated with
regulations promulgated by various governmental agencies worldwide.
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The following table shows the capital expenditures for fixed assets and the
research and development expenditures of the Chrysler Group segment during the
last three years:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Capital expenditures for fixed assets.................. 5,083 6,339 5,224
Research and development............................... 2,201 2,456 2,000
</Table>
INTERNATIONAL OPERATIONS/COOPERATIONS
DaimlerChrysler Corporation's international operations in Europe include the
manufacture of the Chrysler Voyager and PT Cruiser at its Eurostar plant located
in Graz, Austria. DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Magna International Inc. on
February 15, 2002 confirmed a business agreement for the sale of the plant to
Magna, subject to certain approvals. Operations in South America include a
manufacturing facility in Venezuela, where the Chrysler Neon,
Jeep-Registered Trademark- Cherokee and Jeep-Registered Trademark- Grand
Cherokee are assembled.
International cooperations in Austria include the manufacture of
Jeep-Registered Trademark- Grand Cherokees under an assembly contract with
Steyr-Daimler-Puch Fahrzeugtechnik AG & Co KG. The segment's automotive
affiliations in the Asia-Pacific region include the assembly and distribution of
Jeep-Registered Trademark-Cherokees and Grand Cherokees in China by Beijing
Jeep-Registered Trademark- Corporation, Ltd., a minority-owned joint venture. In
addition, DaimlerChrysler Corporation has an agreement for the assembly of
Jeep-Registered Trademark- vehicles in Thailand. In Brazil, it participates in a
joint venture with Bayerische Motoren Werke AG to manufacture a 1.6-liter
gasoline engine for use in both Chrysler Group and BMW vehicles. DaimlerChrysler
Corporation also has a minority interest in a company that assembles
Jeep-Registered Trademark- Cherokees in Egypt.
In early 2003 production is projected to begin in Germany of the Chrysler
Crossfire two seat coupe, in conjunction with Karmann, a long-time
DaimlerChrysler partner.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
DaimlerChrysler manufactures and sells commercial vehicles under the brand
names Mercedes-Benz, Freightliner, Sterling, Setra, Thomas Built Buses, American
La France, Western Star and Orion. With facilities throughout the world, the
Group has a very strong network for the production and assembly of commercial
vehicles and core components. It also has a worldwide distribution and service
network. Commercial Vehicles contributed approximately 17% of the Group's
revenues in 2001.
TURNAROUND PLAN FOR FREIGHTLINER
In the NAFTA region, Commercial Vehicles operates its truck business through
Freightliner LLC. In October 2001, due to a substantial downturn in demand in
North America, Freightliner announced a four-point turnaround plan designed to
return the business to sustainable profitability. The turnaround plan includes
the following four main elements:
- MATERIAL COST SAVINGS -- Freightliner targets direct material expenditures
for a reduction of 10% by 2004 based on design changes, optimized workflow
between Freightliner and its supplier base, improved conditions for
existing supplier agreements and a more standardized and modular
contenting of vehicles. This does not include a 4% reduction that was
achieved with the suppliers in 2001.
- PRODUCTION COST SAVINGS -- Freightliner expects to achieve a reduction in
production costs of up to 15% until 2004 as a result of various plant
closures and efficiency improvements, including the following: the closing
of the Woodstock, Ontario school bus assembly plant in the fourth quarter
of 2001; the planned closing of the Kelowna, British Columbia truck
assembly plant in 2002; and the overhaul of its parts manufacturing
operations. At present, this includes negotiations to spin off the parts
business as well as to close the Portland based parts plant. Plant
closures and efficiency improvements are expected to result in the
reduction of at least 1,600 hourly employees.
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- OVERHEAD REDUCTIONS -- Freightliner plans to reduce its salaried workforce
by 1,100 employees or 25%. Effective January 2002, the salaries and wages
of both salaried and hourly employees were reduced by 5% and changes were
made to health and welfare benefits. Additional savings are expected with
respect to non-manpower expenses.
- IMPROVEMENTS TO THE BUSINESS MODEL -- A revised business model focuses on
securing profitable business rather than accumulating market share. More
specifically, this model emphasizes applying more stringent criteria to
new truck pricing and residual value commitments in leasing transactions
and streamlining the cost of the used truck operations.
See also "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects" and Note 5 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
PRODUCTS
VANS. Worldwide, DaimlerChrysler currently offers three series of
Mercedes-Benz vans between 2 metric tons (t) and 7.5t gross vehicle weight
(GVW). These are the Sprinter, which was supplemented by a 6t GVW version in
2001, the Vito/V-Class and the Vario. DaimlerChrysler manufactures its
Mercedes-Benz vans in Germany and Spain for all markets excluding South America.
DaimlerChrysler manufactures Mercedes-Benz vans in Argentina for the South
American markets. In spring 2001, DaimlerChrysler launched the Sprinter van in
North America under the Freightliner brand name. In February 2002,
DaimlerChrysler added a new Mercedes-Benz compact van, the Vaneo. The Vaneo can
be employed for commercial purposes as well as for private use.
TRUCKS. The current European Mercedes-Benz truck lines consist of the
Actros in the heavy weight categories, the Atego in the medium and heavy weight
category, the Axor, a new semi-trailer truck which was launched in January 2002
and is positioned between the Actros and the Atego, and the Econic, a vehicle
that can be adapted for a variety of special applications. Complementing this
line-up is the Unimog, a four-wheel drive vehicle which is designed for special
purpose applications such as street maintenance, some construction industry
uses, fire-fighting, forestry and agriculture.
In Turkey, the Group produces Atego and Axor trucks for the local market.
Mercedes-Benz do Brasil develops and produces Mercedes-Benz trucks for the South
American markets. DaimlerChrysler supplies the African, Asian and Australian
continents through its European and North American factories and manufacturing
operations in Nigeria, Indonesia, Iran, Saudi Arabia and China.
Freightliner manufactures trucks in Classes 5 through 8 (from 16,000 lbs.
GVW to 33,000 lbs. GVW and over) under the Freightliner, Sterling and Western
Star brand names for the U.S. and Canadian markets. Through American La France,
Freightliner is active in the market for custom fire truck chassis. Freightliner
also manufactures chassis for trucks, buses and motorhomes in Classes 3 through
7 (from 10,000 lbs. GVW to 33,000 lbs. GVW).
BUSES. The bus product lines consist of complete buses for city, intercity
and touring purposes, school buses and bus chassis which are completed by local
bus builders in various countries. The segment's operating companies develop
their own bus designs based on national requirements and adapt their models to
the specific market needs of each region. Moreover, numerous cooperation
partners throughout the world manufacture buses or bus chassis under license. In
Europe, DaimlerChrysler markets buses under the Mercedes-Benz and Setra brand
names. In October 2001, a jury of 14 European bus and coach journalists voted
the new Setra TopClass 400 coach "Coach of the Year 2002." The Group offers
buses under the Setra, Thomas Built Buses and Orion brand names in the United
States and in Canada, and under the Mercedes-Benz brand name in Mexico.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER POWERSYSTEMS. In January 2001, DaimlerChrysler combined the
businesses of the former Powertrain business unit, Detroit Diesel Cooperation
and MTU Motoren- und Turbinen-Union Friedrichshafen in a new business unit
called DaimlerChrysler Powersystems. This business unit designs, manufactures
and sells on- and off-highway diesel engines, transmissions, axles and steering
systems under the brand names Mercedes-Benz, Detroit Diesel, DISCOS and MTU. It
sells these components to members of the DaimlerChrysler Group and to third
party customers.
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In July 2001, DaimlerChrysler and Hyundai Motor Company formed
Daimler-Hyundai Truck Corporation, a 50-50 joint venture for the manufacture and
sale of engines for commercial vehicles. Operations of the joint venture are
scheduled to begin in 2004. DaimlerChrysler also holds a 10% equity interest in
Hyundai Motor Company in support of this joint effort.
In June 2001, DaimlerChrysler acquired AB Volvo's 3.3% interest in
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation, including all rights resulting from Volvo's
cooperation with Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Company. In combination with this
acquisition, in December 2001, selected Mercedes-Benz commercial vehicle
dealerships assumed marketing responsibility from Volvo for Mitsubishi Motors'
light-duty truck model "Canter" in the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Sweden and
Poland. The "Canter" is marketed separately from Mercedes-Benz products.
MARKETS, SALES AND COMPETITION
The market for commercial vehicles depends significantly on general economic
conditions since they directly influence transportation needs and the
availability of funds for capital investment. In 2001, overall market sales of
commercial vehicles decreased in Western Europe (-1%), especially in the
Netherlands, Germany and Belgium, despite increased demand in France, Italy and
the United Kingdom. The contraction in market volume in Western Europe was
largely the result of lower sales of trucks. In the NAFTA region, due to a
severe economic downturn, sales for all manufacturers fell approximately 28% to
328,200 vehicles in the Class 6 through 8 categories which are particularly
important for the Freightliner, Sterling and Western Star brands. In several
South American countries, demand for commercial vehicles dropped significantly,
especially in Argentina due to its financial and economic crisis. Sales in
Turkey also went down as a result of an economic slowdown.
In Germany, registrations of new commercial vehicles decreased 6% to 313,000
units. In 2001, DaimlerChrysler sold 22% of its commercial vehicles in the
German market. The remaining Western European market accounted for an additional
34% of the segment's 2001 unit sales. Outside Western Europe, the NAFTA region
and South America are the most important markets for Commercial Vehicles.
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The following table shows the distribution of revenues and unit sales for
the Commercial Vehicles segment by geographic market since 1999:
REVENUES AND UNIT SALES
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 % CHANGE 2000 % CHANGE 1999
-------- -------- -------- -------- --------
REVENUES(1)
Western Europe......................... 14,415 -1 14,578 +7 13,626
Germany............................ 7,227 -5 7,599 +4 7,325
Other.............................. 7,188 +3 6,979 +11 6,301
NAFTA region........................... 9,463 -9 10,347 -1 10,477
United States...................... 8,076 -8 8,826 -4 9,231
Canada............................. 716 -7 773 -8 844
Mexico............................. 671 -10 748 +86 402
South America.......................... 1,456 -16 1,734 +24 1,394
Brazil............................. 943 -20 1,186 +32 897
Other.............................. 513 -6 548 +10 497
Other markets.......................... 3,238 +3 3,145 +49 2,112
------- ------- -------
World.............................. 28,572 -4 29,804 +8 27,609
======= ======= =======
UNITS
Western Europe......................... 275,800 -2 281,500 +2 275,300
Germany............................ 106,000 -6 113,100 -1 114,500
Other.............................. 169,800 +1 168,400 +5 160,800
NAFTA region........................... 105,900 -31 153,700 -20 193,000
United States...................... 89,400 -32 131,700 -23 171,800
Canada............................. 6,300 -36 9,900 -23 12,800
Mexico............................. 10,200 -16 12,100 +44 8,400
South America.......................... 43,000 -15 50,700 +14 44,600
Brazil............................. 33,800 -9 37,100 +23 30,100
Other.............................. 9,200 -32 13,600 -6 14,500
Other markets.......................... 68,200 +8 63,100 +50 42,000
------- ------- -------
World.............................. 492,900 -10 549,000 -1 554,900
======= ======= =======
</Table>
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(1) [EURO] in millions.
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Worldwide unit sales of the Commercial Vehicles segment decreased
significantly to 492,900 in 2001 compared to 549,000 vehicles in 2000. While
sales of vans increased 3% to 257,800 in 2001, sales of trucks and buses were
23% and 12% lower at 191,800 units and 43,300 units, respectively.
In Germany, DaimlerChrysler sold 106,000 units, 6% less than in the previous
year, primarily due to a decrease in demand for trucks and buses. In Western
Europe (excluding Germany), unit sales increased 1% from 168,400 in 2000 to
169,800 in 2001. This slight improvement resulted primarily from higher van
sales, especially in France, Italy and the United Kingdom. In 2001,
DaimlerChrysler's Western European market share for vans between 2t and 6t GVW
remained at 19%. With a combined Western European market share of 26% in both
2001 and 2000, the Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands maintained their position
as market leader in the Western European market. In the category of trucks over
6t GVW, DaimlerChrysler had a Western European market share of 22% (2000: 23%).
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In the United States, retail sales in the Class 6/7 segment for all
manufacturers decreased 23% to 134,100 vehicles (2000: 173,800 units). In the
Class 8 heavy duty truck segment unit sales for all manufacturers fell from
211,500 in 2000 to 139,600 in 2001, a 34% decline. In line with this market
trend, the Group's U.S. commercial vehicle sales declined 32% to 89,400 units.
The increase of DaimlerChrysler's market share in the U.S. Class 8 segment from
36% in 2000 to 39% is partly due to the acquisition of Western Star in
September 2000. In the Class 6/7 segment, the Group was able to increase its
market share from 24% in 2000 to 27% in 2001.
In 2001, sales of trucks for all manufacturers in Brazil increased 6% to
63,100 units. In Argentina, overall market sales fell 65% to 3,400 units due to
the financial and economic crisis. DaimlerChrysler was able to defend its
leadership position in the market for trucks above 6t GVW with market shares of
34% in Brazil and 35% in Argentina (2000: 37% and 36%).
For a discussion of changes in revenues, see "Operating Results" in
"Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects."
The primary sales market for Mercedes-Benz vans is Western Europe. Principal
competitors in this market are Renault, Fiat with the brands Fiat and IVECO,
Volkswagen and Ford.
In the truck market segment, competitors vary in each geographical region.
In DaimlerChrysler's two most important truck markets, Western Europe and the
NAFTA region, its principal competitors are the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
WESTERN EUROPE NAFTA REGION
(OVER 6T GVW) (CLASSES 5 THROUGH 8)
- -------------- ---------------------------
Volvo/Renault Navistar
Fiat (IVECO) Paccar (Kenworth/Peterbilt)
MAN Volvo/Renault (Mack)
Scania General Motors
Paccar (DAF) Ford
</Table>
Principal competitors in the bus sector (over 8t GVW) include Irisbus
(Renault, Iveco, Heuliez, Karosa, Ikarus), Neoman (MAN, Neoplan), Volvo, Dennis
and Scania in Western Europe and Volvo, Scania and Volkswagen in South America.
The following table shows, by vehicle category, the unit sales of the
Commercial Vehicles segment since 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
UNITS
Vans(1).......................................... 257,800 249,300 226,400
Trucks(2)........................................ 191,800 250,500 283,800
Buses............................................ 43,300 49,200 44,700
------- ------- -------
Total........................................ 492,900 549,000 554,900
======= ======= =======
</Table>
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(1) Including sales of pickup trucks (L 200/Pajero) manufactured by
DaimlerChrysler South Africa under an agreement with Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation.
(2) Including chassis manufactured by Freightliner for motorhomes and
walk-in-vans.
DISTRIBUTION
In Germany, DaimlerChrysler operates a wholesale and a retail network for
its commercial vehicles. In other major European markets, subsidiaries of
DaimlerChrysler AG provide the wholesale function to a network of independent
dealers. Outside Europe, commercial vehicles are generally sold by the sales
organization of the related production company or through independent general
distributors.
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CAPITAL EXPENDITURES; RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Capital expenditures of the Commercial Vehicles segment for fixed assets
amounted to [EURO]1.5 billion in 2001. Principal areas of investment were the
preparation for the production of the new compact van Vaneo, the successor model
of the Vito, successor models to the Freightliner Business Class, and new diesel
engines.
Research and development projects focused on new products, especially a new
Freightliner truck, and successor models of existing product lines, primarily
the Vito.
The table below shows the capital expenditures for fixed assets and the
research and development expenditures of the Commercial Vehicles segment during
the last three years:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Capital expenditures for fixed assets.................. 1,484 1,128 809
Research and development............................... 1,015 974 880
</Table>
SERVICES
DaimlerChrysler conducts its services business through its wholly-owned
subsidiary DaimlerChrysler Services AG. The services activities consist
primarily of financial services supporting the Group's automotive core business
along the automotive value chain. Services contributed approximately 10% of
Group revenues in 2001.
The following table shows the revenues generated by Services since 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Financial Services.................................. 16,851 15,088 10,015
IT Services(1)...................................... -- 2,438 2,917
------ ------ ------
Total........................................... 16,851 17,526 12,932
====== ====== ======
</Table>
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(1) As a result of the disposition of DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest in
its IT subsidiary in October 2000, revenues for 2000 only include the
activities for the first nine months of the year.
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On October 1, 2000, DaimlerChrysler and Deutsche Telekom combined their
information technology activities in a joint venture. As part of the
transaction, Deutsche Telekom contributed [EURO]4.6 billion in cash to
DaimlerChrysler's information technology subsidiary debis Systemhaus (now known
as T-Systems ITS) in return for which Deutsche Telekom received a 50.1% interest
in that company. Following this transaction, the Group accounted for its 49.9%
interest in T-Systems ITS using the equity method of accounting. In
January 2002, DaimlerChrysler decided to exit the joint venture by exercising
its option to sell to Deutsche Telekom the Group's 49.9% interest for proceeds
of [EURO]4.7 billion. The sale is expected to close in March 2002 with the
termination of the joint venture. See also "Material Contracts" in "Item 10.
Additional Information" and Notes 11 and 34 to the Consolidated Financial
Statements.
Following a decision of DaimlerChrysler's Board of Management in 2001,
DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital reached an agreement in January 2002 for GE
Capital to purchase a portion of DaimlerChrysler's Capital Services portfolio in
the United States. DaimlerChrysler will receive approximately [EURO]1.3 billion
for the sale. DaimlerChrysler expects the transaction to be completed in the
first quarter of 2002.
FINANCIAL SERVICES. Financial Services is one of the leading financial
services providers in the world outside the banking and insurance sector.
Financial Services offers customized financing and leasing packages,
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primarily in connection with the sale of DaimlerChrysler automotive products. In
addition to consumer and dealer automotive financing, it also provides dealer
facility development and management, fleet management and insurance-related
activities such as direct insurance (mainly dealer property and casualty
insurance) and insurance and reinsurance brokerage.
MARKETS, SALES AND COMPETITION
The following table shows the distribution of Services' revenues by
geographic market since 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000(1) 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
European Union...................................... 4,646 6,073 5,705
Germany......................................... 3,182 4,139 4,196
Other........................................... 1,464 1,934 1,509
NAFTA region........................................ 11,596 10,643 6,356
United States................................... 9,868 9,229 5,491
Canada and Mexico............................... 1,728 1,414 865
Other markets....................................... 609 810 871
------ ------ ------
World........................................... 16,851 17,526 12,932
====== ====== ======
</Table>
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(1) As a result of the disposition of DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest in
its IT subsidiary in October 2000, revenues for 2000 include IT activities
only for the first nine months of the year.
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In 2001, Financial Services focused its activities further on offering
services in connection with the sale of DaimlerChrysler's automotive products.
It generated approximately 69% of its total 2001 business volume in the NAFTA
region, 19% in Germany and 9% in other European Union countries. For a
discussion of changes in revenues, see "Operating Results" in "Item 5. Operating
and Financial Review and Prospects."
The Financial Services business unit processed approximately 2,019,000 new
leasing and finance contracts in 2001 with a total value of [EURO]54.9 billion,
a slight decrease of approximately 3% in new contract value compared to 2000
when it processed approximately 2,095,000 new contracts with a total value of
[EURO]56.8 billion. The decrease in total value is primarily the result of
reduced contract volume in the non-automotive area. The average monthly payment
for new vehicle installment sale contracts in 2001 was [EURO]706. The average
new contract balance amounted to [EURO]27,171 and the average original term was
45 months.
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The following table shows the number and total value of new leasing and
finance contracts as well as the total number and value of contracts of
Financial Services outstanding at December 31, 2001:
<Table>
<Caption>
NEW VALUE TOTAL VALUE
CONTRACTS ([EURO] IN MILLIONS) CONTRACTS ([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
--------- ---------------------- --------- ----------------------
United States(1)............ 1,224,259 35,702 4,155,076 93,221
Germany(1).................. 266,944 6,312 573,302 11,509
Canada(1)................... 153,713 3,442 483,906 8,089
Netherlands................. 16,630 469 45,716 5,094
United Kingdom(1)........... 41,148 1,288 106,493 2,598
Italy....................... 62,107 1,406 145,563 2,469
Mexico...................... 59,782 1,134 109,953 2,069
Japan(1).................... 27,951 947 77,006 1,664
France...................... 34,384 817 72,551 1,536
Australia(1)................ 14,227 422 34,589 949
Other(1).................... 118,315 2,932 275,192 2,630
--------- ------ --------- -------
Total................... 2,019,460 54,871 6,079,347 131,828
========= ====== ========= =======
</Table>
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(1) Includes portfolios of activity conducted by Financial Services which have
been included in several asset-backed receivables transactions in these
countries.
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Competitors in the leasing and financial services area include leasing and
finance subsidiaries of banks and financial institutions and of other automobile
manufacturers to the extent they do not limit their leasing and financial
services activities to their own automobile brands.
In Germany, DaimlerChrysler Services plans to offer an expanded range of
financial services through the DaimlerChrysler Bank GmbH. The DaimlerChrysler
Bank is expected to start operations as a fully licensed bank in 2002 and plans
to offer its services primarily to customers and employees of DaimlerChrysler.
DaimlerChrysler Services and the City of Berlin operate a traffic management
center that collects and uses traffic data, especially for traffic routing.
DaimlerChrysler Services plans to expand further its activities in the area of
mobility management services along DaimlerChrysler's automotive value chain.
DaimlerChrysler Services is part of a consortium with Deutsche Telekom and
Cofiroute which is in negotiation with the German government regarding
electronic toll collection to be imposed on commercial vehicles over 12t GVW
using German highways (AUTOBAHNEN). Austria expects to introduce a similar toll
collection system for commercial vehicles, and DaimlerChrysler Services intends
to submit a bid as part of a consortium with Deutsche Telekom, Cofiroute, Efkon
and Alpine in the first quarter of 2002.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES
In 2001, capital expenditures for fixed assets, largely data processing
equipment, decreased to [EURO]112 million (2000: [EURO]282 million). Additions
to equipment on operating leases amounted to [EURO]14.3 billion (2000:
[EURO]15.6 billion).
OTHER ACTIVITIES
Revenues of this segment originate mainly from the MTU Aero Engines business
unit. Operating results of this segment also include DaimlerChrysler's share in
the operating results of its equity method investments in European Aeronautic
Defence and Space Company EADS N.V. (EADS), in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and
in TEMIC TELEFUNKEN microelectronic GmbH (now known as Conti Temic
microelectronic GmbH) and its subsidiaries (TEMIC). The segment also contains
DaimlerChrysler's real-estate activities, corporate research and the Group's
holding and finance companies.
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In 2001, this segment contributed approximately 3% of DaimlerChrysler's
total revenues. The following table shows the revenues generated by this segment
since 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
MTU Aero Engines..................................... 2,487 2,106 1,740
Former aerospace activities (excluding MTU Aero
Engines)(1)........................................ -- 3,281 7,451
Automotive Electronics(2)............................ 294 1,067 890
Rail Systems(3)...................................... 1,086 3,900 3,562
Other Businesses(4).................................. 640 261 441
----- ------ ------
Total............................................ 4,507 10,615 14,084
===== ====== ======
</Table>
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(1) As a result of DaimlerChrysler's disposition in July 2000 of all of its
aerospace activities with the exception of the aero engines business,
revenues for 2000 include these activities only for the first half of 2000.
(2) As a result of DaimlerChrysler's disposition of its controlling interest in
the TEMIC automotive electronics activities in April 2001, revenues for 2001
include these activities only through March 31, 2001.
(3) As a result of DaimlerChrysler's disposition of its rail systems activities
effective May 1, 2001, revenues for 2001 include these activities only
through April 30, 2001.
(4) The revenues in this category principally derive from real estate projects
(including Potsdamer Platz) and headquarters services functions.
------------------------------
For a discussion of changes in revenues, see "Operating Results" in
"Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects."
In July 2000, DaimlerChrysler combined the aerospace activities operated by
its subsidiary DaimlerChrysler Aerospace AG (Dasa), with the businesses of the
French aerospace company Aerospatiale Matra S.A. and the Spanish aerospace
company Construcciones Aeronauticas S.A. (CASA) in EADS. As part of the
transaction, DaimlerChrysler exchanged its controlling interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a 33% equity interest in EADS for which it
accounts using the equity method of accounting. DaimlerChrysler retained the
aero engines business operated by MTU Aero Engines GmbH.
MTU AERO ENGINES. The MTU Aero Engines business unit consists of MTU Aero
Engines GmbH and its subsidiaries. MTU Aero Engines is mainly involved in the
development, production and maintenance of engines for commercial, executive and
military aircraft. MTU Aero Engines participates in several international
aircraft engine cooperations with other engine manufacturers, including, for
example, General Electric, Pratt & Whitney and Rolls Royce. MTU Aero Engines is
also one of the leading providers of maintenance and repair services for jet
engines.
AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRONICS. In April 2001, DaimlerChrysler completed the sale
of a 60% interest in TEMIC TELEFUNKEN microelectronic GmbH (now known as Conti
Temic microelectronic GmbH) and its subsidiaries to Continental AG. The sale
agreement confers on Continental the option to acquire from the Group, and on
DaimlerChrysler the option to sell to Continental, the Group's remaining 40%
interest in TEMIC. The DaimlerChrysler option is exercisable from April 1, 2002
through July 31, 2004. The Continental option is exercisable from November 1,
2004 through October 31, 2005. DaimlerChrysler accounts for its remaining
interest in TEMIC using the equity method of accounting. Through TEMIC,
DaimlerChrysler conducted its Automotive Electronics activities which focused on
electronic systems for engines, safety systems and applications that enhance
driving comfort.
RAIL SYSTEMS. Following the closing of the sale of its subsidiary
DaimlerChrysler Rail Systems GmbH (Adtranz) to the Canadian company
Bombardier Inc. on April 30, 2001, DaimlerChrysler transferred control over the
operations of Adtranz to Bombardier on May 1, 2001. Accordingly, the operating
activities of Adtranz are
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reflected in the Consolidated Financial Statements of DaimlerChrysler through
April 30, 2001. Adtranz' products and services included people movers, light
rail vehicles, metros, diesel and electric regional and intercity multiple
units, electric and diesel locomotives, high speed trains and customer support.
See also "Other Financial Information -- Legal Proceedings" in "Item 8.
Financial Information."
MARKETS, SALES AND COMPETITION
The following table sets forth the distribution of revenues of this segment
by geographic market since 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001(1) 2000(2) 1999
-------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
European Union....................................... 2,068 7,168 10,793
Germany.......................................... 1,377 2,944 4,876
Other............................................ 691 4,224 5,917
NAFTA region......................................... 2,012 2,285 2,095
United States.................................... 1,804 2,054 1,913
Canada and Mexico................................ 208 231 182
Asia................................................. 167 325 476
Other markets........................................ 260 837 720
----- ------ ------
World............................................ 4,507 10,615 14,084
===== ====== ======
</Table>
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(1) The decrease in 2001 revenues is primarily due to DaimlerChrysler's
disposition in 2000 of all of its aerospace activities with the exception of
the aero engines business, and the sale in 2001 of its rail systems
activities and a controlling interest in the Automotive Electronics
activities.
(2) The decrease in 2000 revenues is primarily due to DaimlerChrysler's
disposition in July 2000 of all of its aerospace activities with the
exception of the aero engines business. As a result, revenues from aerospace
activities (excluding the aero engines business) are only included for the
first half of the year.
SUPPLIES AND RAW MATERIALS
In 2001, the DaimlerChrysler Group purchased goods and services from
suppliers around the world with a total value of approximately
[EURO]106.5 billion (2000: [EURO]113.3 billion). Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars &
smart accounted for 33% of total purchase volume, Chrysler Group for 43%,
Commercial Vehicles for 19%, Services for 2%, and Other Activities for 3%.
DaimlerChrysler enters into long-term supply agreements for the purchase of
various commodities used to manufacture vehicles. It also purchases commodities
on the spot market from time to time.
DaimlerChrysler operates its worldwide procurement and supply activities
through a single Global Procurement and Supply function. It employs the Extended
Enterprise-Registered Trademark- concept to maximize the efficiency of supply
networks by involving not only the first tier supplier but also sub-suppliers,
raw material suppliers, and transportation carriers. DaimlerChrysler
increasingly uses e-business activities in the fields of electronic purchasing
(e-procurement) and management of logistics processes (supply network
collaboration). In particular, DaimlerChrysler, and also Ford, General Motors,
Nissan, PSA and Renault work closely with Covisint, a joint venture company that
operates a business-to-business (B2B) Internet marketplace offering
e-procurement services to participants in the automotive industry.
In 2001, prices for steel products declined slightly due to reduced demand.
Aluminum and copper prices decreased due to weaker demand and slowing global
economies. Resin (plastic) prices fluctuated with the price of oil and demand.
Material shortages and substantial price increases were avoided due to close
cooperation with suppliers under the Extended Enterprise-Registered Trademark-
concept.
Prices for precious metals declined on average throughout the automotive
industry. To minimize the dependence on these highly volatile materials,
DaimlerChrysler's purchasing and engineering initiatives improved existing
processes and researched alternative materials and processes.
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GOVERNMENT REGULATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS
Government regulation of the automobile industry is extensive. Laws in
various jurisdictions regulate the emission levels, fuel economy, noise, and
safety of vehicles, as well as the levels of pollutants generated by the plants
that produce them. The cost of complying with these regulations can be
significant, and DaimlerChrysler expects to incur significant compliance costs
in the future. However, DaimlerChrysler management recognizes leadership in
environmental protection as an increasingly important competitive factor in the
marketplace.
VEHICLE EMISSIONS
U.S. STANDARDS. FEDERAL. The Clean Air Act directs the Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA) to establish and enforce national ambient air quality
standards. As part of that directive, the EPA has imposed tailpipe emission
control standards on passenger cars and light trucks, including minivans, sport
utility vehicles, and pickup trucks. The standards in effect for model year
1994-2003 passenger cars and light trucks are known as Tier 1 standards.
Manufacturers are obligated to recall vehicles that fail to meet those standards
for ten years or 100,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
The EPA also adopted Tier 2 standards that establish identical stringent
tailpipe emission requirements for passenger cars and light trucks. Tier 2
standards, which will be phased in over model years 2004-2009, extend to 120,000
miles the obligation to recall vehicles that fail to meet the standards. The
Tier 2 standards present a significant technological challenge to the automobile
industry, particularly with respect to diesel engines. Manufacturers, including
DaimlerChrysler, will not be able to sell vehicles in the United States that do
not meet the standards. Complying with these new standards will require further
research and development achievements on the part of the automotive industry.
Separate standards are in effect for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. More
stringent standards will apply in model year 2004, and even more stringent
standards have been adopted beginning in model year 2007.
CALIFORNIA STANDARDS. The State of California sets its own stringent
emission control standards for passenger cars and trucks under the low emission
vehicle program run by the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The standards
in effect for model years 1993-2003 will be succeeded by more restrictive
standards to be phased in over model years 2004-2007. Meeting these new
standards will require significant progress in the development of engine,
exhaust, and fuel technologies.
An important part of California's low emissions vehicle program is the
introduction of zero-emission vehicles. Beginning with model year 2003, up to
10% of the passenger cars and light trucks produced and delivered for sale each
year by a large-volume manufacturer in California must be certified as
zero-emission vehicles that produce no emissions of regulated pollutants (the
"ZEV mandate"). In December 2001, CARB amended the ZEV mandate regulations to,
among other things, limit the use of credits generated under the program in
connection with neighborhood electric vehicles. The California Office of
Administrative Law then invalidated the amendments based on CARB's failure to
follow procedural requirements. In response, CARB announced that it would
re-promulgate the amendments by May 2002, and that the ZEV mandate regulations
in effect in 1999, which are more stringent in certain respects than the
regulations as proposed to be amended, would apply in the interim.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation and other vehicle manufacturers and dealers have
filed lawsuits in state and federal court challenging the legality of both the
proposed amendments and the reversion to the 1999 regulations.
Other states may either adopt the California standards, or participate in
the national low emission vehicle program established by the U.S. automotive
industry and subsequently adopted as a rule by the EPA. That program requires
manufacturers to sell low emission vehicles nationwide beginning with the 2001
model year. The states of Maine, Massachusetts, New York and Vermont have
adopted the California standards, including the requirement for zero-emission
vehicles.
DaimlerChrysler participates in a consortium of vehicle manufacturers,
electric utilities and the U.S. Department of Energy, which was formed to
develop battery technology that would qualify electric vehicles as zero-emission
vehicles. Development of a commercially viable electric vehicle will require
further intensive
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research. Compared to conventional vehicles, electric vehicles today cost
significantly more, have a much more limited range between recharges, require a
long time to recharge, and lack a nationwide infrastructure of recharging
stations. Without new battery technology, manufacturers, including
DaimlerChrysler, may be forced to take costly actions such as reducing the
number of non-zero-emission vehicles they sell in California or selling electric
vehicles below cost.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation has held discussions with CARB and the EPA about
the performance of the catalytic converters in certain of its 1991-1999 model
year vehicles, and the on-board diagnostic systems used to monitor catalytic
converter function in certain of its 1996-2001 model year vehicles.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation would incur significant costs if it were required to
repair or replace these emission control devices.
EUROPEAN STANDARDS. Current vehicle emission control standards in the
European Union are generally no more restrictive than U.S. standards. However,
the EU Commission and the European Parliament have adopted a directive that
establishes increasingly stringent emission standards for passenger and light
commercial vehicles for model years 2000 (EURO 3) and 2005 and thereafter (EURO
4). Under the directive, manufacturers will be obligated to recall vehicles that
fail to meet those standards for five years or 80,000 kilometers, whichever
occurs first. Standards for heavy commercial vehicles have been adopted by the
EU Commission and the European Parliament for model years 2000 (EURO 3), 2005
(EURO 4, stage 1) and 2008 and thereafter (EURO 4, stage 2). DaimlerChrysler
believes that its passenger cars and commercial vehicles will comply with the
European standards.
VEHICLE FUEL ECONOMY
U.S. STANDARDS. Under the federal Motor Vehicle Information and Cost
Savings Act, a manufacturer is subject to significant penalties for each model
year its vehicles do not meet Corporate Average Fuel Economy standards, commonly
referred to as the CAFE standards. CAFE standards for passenger cars and
light-duty trucks are currently 27.5 miles per gallon and 20.7 miles per gallon,
respectively. A manufacturer earns credits by exceeding CAFE standards. Credits
earned for the three preceding model years and credits projected to be earned
for the next three model years can be used to meet CAFE standards in the current
model year, except that credits earned in respect of cars may not be used for
trucks.
DaimlerChrysler expects to meet current U.S. domestic fleet CAFE standards
for both passenger cars and light-duty trucks, although it will likely use
credits to meet the standard for light-duty trucks. However, increased demand
for larger light-duty trucks could jeopardize its ability to comply with that
standard and require it to take additional costly steps, including the sale of
ethanol flexible fuel vehicles.
More stringent CAFE standards may be adopted as a way of reducing "green
house gas" carbon dioxide emissions by increasing fuel economy. These emissions
are said to contribute to global warming, which has become a matter of
international concern. In 2001, the United States withdrew from the Kyoto
Protocol to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change, which
called for the United States to reduce its fossil energy use substantially
during years 2008-2012. Nevertheless, the United States is considering ways to
achieve reductions in fossil energy use, including more stringent CAFE
standards, higher fuel costs and restrictions on fuel usage. These actions could
be costly to DaimlerChrysler and could significantly restrict the products it is
able to offer in the United States.
In addition to conventional gasoline powered vehicles, DaimlerChrysler
manufactures vehicles that operate on compressed natural gas, liquid petroleum
gas, and electricity, and flexible fuel vehicles capable of operating on both
gasoline and ethanol blend fuels.
EUROPEAN STANDARDS. The European Union signed and announced that it will
ratify the Kyoto Protocol. The European Union will therefore have to reduce
carbon dioxide emissions substantially during years 2008-2012. In 1999, the
European Union entered into a voluntary agreement with the European automotive
manufacturers association which establishes an emission target of 140 grams of
carbon dioxide per kilometer for the average new car sold in the European Union
in 2008. That target represents an average reduction in passenger vehicle fuel
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usage of 25 percent, measured from 1995 levels. The European Union has
reaffirmed its goal of reducing carbon dioxide emissions from new passenger cars
to an average of 120 grams per kilometer by 2010. Vehicle manufacturers have
agreed to reexamine in 2003 whether further reductions are possible by 2010.
Achievement of these reductions will require European vehicle manufacturers,
including DaimlerChrysler, to improve engine and overall efficiency and reduce
vehicle weight. In addition, the European Union and the European automotive
manufacturers association are expected to enter into a voluntary agreement for
light commercial vehicles in 2002.
VEHICLE SAFETY
The U.S. National Traffic and Motor Vehicle Safety Act of 1966 requires new
vehicles and original equipment sold in the United States to meet various safety
standards established by authority of the National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA). The Safety Act also requires manufacturers to recall
vehicles found to have safety related defects and to repair them without charge.
The cost of such recalls can be substantial depending on the nature of the
repair and the number of vehicles affected.
In general, vehicle safety regulations in Canada are similar to those in the
United States. Vehicles sold in Europe are subject to comparable vehicle safety
regulations established by the European Union or by individual countries. In
1999, the EU Commission proposed to expand existing vehicle safety regulations
by a directive on pedestrian protection. In 2001, the EU Commission proposed a
voluntary agreement that would replace the proposed directive and enforce
pedestrian protection earlier. The European Union and the European automotive
manufacturers association are expected to enter into such agreement in 2002.
Countries in South America and Asia have also established vehicle safety
regulations.
In 2001, NHTSA completed its Interim Final Rule relating to advanced airbag
systems. The rule imposes a new regimen of tests with stringent new injury
criteria, and sets forth a compliance phase-in schedule mandating that 35% of
all vehicles produced by a manufacturer for the 2004 model year, 65% for the
2005 model year, and 100% for the 2006 and 2007 model years, meet the new safety
standard. These standards add to the cost and complexity of designing and
producing new motor vehicles and original motor vehicle equipment.
The Transportation Recall Enhancement, Accountability and Documentation Act
(the TREAD Act) was enacted in the United States on November 1, 2000. NHTSA is
in the process of implementing the mandates of the TREAD Act, which include: a
tire pressure warning system; a consumer information program based on a dynamic
rollover test; upgraded tire safety standards; and the development of a system
of collecting from manufacturers information relating to vehicle performance and
customer complaints to assist in the early identification of potential vehicle
defects. The implementation of such mandates is likely to impose significant
additional cost and complexity to the vehicle development process. The TREAD Act
also increases NHTSA's authority to impose civil penalties for noncompliance and
specifies possible criminal penalties.
STATIONARY SOURCE REGULATION
DaimlerChrysler's assembly, manufacturing and other operations in the United
States must meet a substantial number of regulatory requirements under various
federal laws, including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act, the Pollution Prevention Act of 1990 and the
Toxic Substances Control Act. State laws parallel and, in some cases, impose
more stringent requirements than federal law. Together these laws impose severe
restrictions on airborne and waterborne emissions and discharges of pollutants,
the handling of hazardous materials, and the disposal of wastes. Similar
requirements apply to its operations in Europe and Canada. Increasing
governmental regulation and environmental enforcement is likely in Mexico.
ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS
In the United States, the EPA and various state agencies have notified
DaimlerChrysler Corporation that it may be a potentially responsible party for
the cost of cleaning up hazardous waste storage or disposal facilities pursuant
to the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act and
other federal and
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state environmental laws. A number of lawsuits allege that DaimlerChrysler
Corporation violated environmental laws and seek to recover costs associated
with remedial action. It is only one of a number of potentially responsible
parties who may be found to be jointly and severally liable for remediation
costs. As of December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler Corporation may incur
remediation costs at 156 sites in connection with the foregoing matters and
other remediation issues at its active or deactivated facilities.
Pollution remediation is also a potentially significant issue in Germany at
some older sites, including plants and the Group's own service outlets. These
remediation issues involve ten principal sites.
Estimates of future costs of such environmental matters are inevitably
imprecise due to numerous uncertainties, including the enactment of new laws and
regulations, the development and application of new technologies, the
identification of new sites for which DaimlerChrysler may have remediation
responsibility and the apportionment and collectibility of remediation costs
among responsible parties. DaimlerChrysler establishes reserves for these
environmental matters when the loss is probable and reasonably estimable. It is
possible that final resolution of some of these matters may require
DaimlerChrysler to make expenditures in excess of established reserves, over an
extended period of time and in a range of amounts that cannot be reasonably
estimated. Although final resolution of any such matters could have a material
effect on DaimlerChrysler's consolidated operating results for the particular
reporting period in which an adjustment of the estimated reserve is recorded,
DaimlerChrysler believes that any resulting adjustment should not materially
affect its consolidated financial position.
In 2000, the EU Commission issued a directive that requires automobile
manufacturers to take back all end-of-life passenger cars (up to 9 seats) and
trucks (up to 3.5t total weight) sold after July 1, 2002 and, beginning
January 1, 2007, all end-of-life passenger cars including those sold before
July 1, 2002. This directive stipulates that automotive manufacturers incur all,
or a significant part of, the costs of recycling such vehicles. The directive
affects all end-of-life-vehicles in the European Union and imposes additional
costs on automobile manufacturers which could be significant. In Germany,
automobile manufacturers are currently required to take back up to twelve year
old passenger cars free of charge. Older vehicles and batteries are also taken
back for disposal or recycling but manufacturers are allowed to charge their
costs. In addition, German manufacturing facilities are subject to enhanced
noise restrictions.
DaimlerChrysler is committed to reducing the environmental impact of its
operations and products beyond currently applicable regulatory requirements
where this is technically and financially feasible. DaimlerChrysler's policy is
environmental protection in pursuit of sustainable development. This policy is
laid down in the Group's environmental guidelines and designed to further
minimize the environmental effects generally associated with the type of
manufacturing operations conducted by DaimlerChrysler. DaimlerChrysler has
installed environmental management systems in both its plant operations and its
development departments to consider environmental effects already at the
planning stage of a new manufacturing process or product. DaimlerChrysler
publishes environmental reports summarizing the use of resources and measures
undertaken to minimize further the environmental impact of the Group's products
and operations.
INTRODUCTION OF THE EURO
On January 1, 1999, eleven member states of the European Union -- Austria,
Belgium, Finland, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands,
Portugal and Spain -- introduced the euro as their common legal currency for
"paperless" transactions (European Monetary Union). Since then, funds
denominated in the currency of one participating member state are converted into
the currency of another participating member state based on a fixed conversion
rate. On January 1, 2001, Greece joined the European Monetary Union. On
January 1, 2002, the euro also became the official legal tender for cash
transactions in all member states of the European Monetary Union. By
February 28, 2002, the euro will be the sole legal tender for the member states
participating in the European Monetary Union. The national currencies of those
member states will then be withdrawn from circulation.
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DaimlerChrysler has adopted the euro as its corporate currency throughout
its operations as of January 1, 1999. The introduction of the euro necessitated
changes in information technology and other systems in order to accommodate the
use of the euro in financial reporting. DaimlerChrysler adapted all of its
internal processes and systems operating in the currencies of the participating
member states to the euro.
Due to its significant manufacturing and transactional activity within
Europe, DaimlerChrysler has already realized benefits from the euro by
capitalizing on the greater market transparency and efficiency resulting from
the introduction of a single European currency. Productivity gains with respect
to products manufactured and sold in the euro zone are no longer offset by
exchange rate fluctuations. As sales and production costs are both calculated in
euro, it is easier for DaimlerChrysler to monitor its price competitiveness in
the euro zone. In addition, the introduction of the euro produces the following
effects:
BUSINESS AND COMPETITIVE IMPLICATIONS. The euro leads to greater market
efficiency and fosters a more competitive economic environment within and among
the participating member states. The fact that the pricing of products and
services is more transparent through the use of a single common currency
continues to lead to increased price harmonization within the euro zone. See
also "Factors Affecting Operations and Financial Reporting" in "Item 5.
Operating and Financial Review and Prospects."
CURRENCY AND FOREIGN EXCHANGE EXPOSURE. Transition to the euro with its
fixed exchange rates among national currencies of the participating member
states has eliminated the need for exchange transactions in those currencies.
For DaimlerChrysler, this has led to savings in transaction and hedging costs of
at least [EURO]50 million annually.
DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
At December 31, 2001, the DaimlerChrysler Group had 108 manufacturing
facilities worldwide; 17 are located in Germany and 46 in the United States.
Most of the remaining facilities are in Mexico, Canada, France, Brazil, South
Africa and Spain. The Group also has other properties, including office
buildings, spare parts centers, research laboratories, testing tracks and
warehouses, mainly in Germany and in the United States. The Group owns most of
its manufacturing facilities and other properties.
The following table shows a list of all principal production and other
facilities of the DaimlerChrysler Group throughout the world:
PRODUCTION FACILITIES
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MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART
GERMANY
- Berlin............................ Manufacturing plant for engines and components
- Bremen............................ Bodywork and assembly plant
- Hamburg........................... Manufacturing plant for axles and components
- Rastatt........................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Sindelfingen...................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Stuttgart-Untertuerkheim.......... Manufacturing plant for engines, axles and gearboxes
UNITED STATES
- Tuscaloosa, Alabama............... Bodywork and assembly plant
BRAZIL
- Juiz de Fora...................... Bodywork and assembly plant
FRANCE
- Hambach........................... Bodywork and assembly plant
SOUTH AFRICA
- East London....................... Bodywork and assembly plant
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CHRYSLER GROUP
UNITED STATES
- Belvidere, Illinois............... Bodywork, assembly and stamping plant
- Dayton, Ohio...................... Manufacturing plant for thermal products
- Detroit, Michigan................. Bodywork and assembly plants, manufacturing plants for
engines, axles and glass
- Fenton, Missouri.................. Bodywork and assembly plants
- Huntsville, Alabama............... Manufacturing plant for automotive electronics
- Indianapolis, Indiana............. Foundry for engine blocks
- Kenosha, Wisconsin................ Manufacturing plant for engines
- Kokomo, Indiana................... Transmission plants, aluminum die castings plant
- New Castle, Indiana............... Forging, machining and assembly plant for components
- Newark, Delaware.................. Bodywork and assembly plant
- Sterling Heights, Michigan........ Bodywork and assembly plant, stamping and subassembly plant
- Toledo, Ohio...................... Bodywork and assembly plants, machining plant for components
- Trenton, Michigan................. Manufacturing plant for engines
- Twinsburg, Ohio................... Stamping and subassembly plant
- Warren, Michigan.................. Bodywork and assembly plant, stamping and subassembly plant
AUSTRIA
- Graz.............................. Bodywork and assembly plant
CANADA
- Bramalea.......................... Bodywork, assembly and stamping plant
- Windsor........................... Bodywork and assembly plants
MEXICO
- Mexico City....................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Saltillo.......................... Bodywork and assembly plant, engine plant
- Toluca............................ Bodywork and assembly plant, engine plant
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
GERMANY
- Duesseldorf....................... Bodywork and assembly plant, manufacturing plant for
steering systems
- Friedrichshafen................... Manufacturing plant for diesel engines
- Gaggenau.......................... Bodywork and assembly plant, manufacturing plant for axles
and transmissions
- Kassel............................ Manufacturing plant for axles
- Ludwigsfelde...................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Mannheim.......................... Bodywork and assembly plant, manufacturing plant for engines
- Ulm............................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Woerth............................ Bodywork and assembly plant
UNITED STATES
- Cleveland, North Carolina......... Bodywork and assembly plant
- High Point, North Carolina........ Bodywork and assembly plant
- Mt. Holly, North Carolina......... Bodywork and assembly plant
- Portland, Oregon.................. Bodywork and assembly plant
- Redford, Michigan................. Assembly plant, manufacturing plant for engines
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ARGENTINA
- Buenos Aires...................... Bodywork and assembly plant
BRAZIL
- Sao Bernardo do Campo............. Bodywork and assembly plant
CANADA
- Kelowna........................... Bodywork and assembly plant
- St. Thomas........................ Bodywork and assembly plant
MEXICO
- Santiago Tianguistenco............ Assembly plant
SPAIN
- Barcelona......................... Manufacturing plant for engines, transmissions and axles
- Vitoria........................... Bodywork and assembly plant
TURKEY
- Aksaray........................... Bodywork and assembly plant, manufacturing plant for engines
and axles
- Hosdere........................... Assembly plant
OTHER ACTIVITIES
GERMANY
- Muenchen.......................... Manufacturing plant for aircraft engines
- Hannover.......................... Maintenance plant for commercial aircraft engines
- Ludwigsfelde...................... Maintenance plant for commercial aircraft engines and
industrial gas turbines
OTHER FACILITIES
GERMANY
- Berlin............................ Potsdamer Platz real estate project, including
DaimlerChrysler Services headquarters
- Stuttgart-Moehringen.............. DaimlerChrysler headquarters
- Ulm............................... Research center
UNITED STATES
- Auburn Hills, Michigan............ DaimlerChrysler headquarters and technology center
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation entered into an agreement with Behr America,
Inc. in February 2002 for the sale of the Dayton thermal products facility to a
joint venture company in which DaimlerChrysler Corporation will maintain a
minority interest for two years. The transaction is subject to regulatory
approval. In addition, DaimlerChrysler Corporation and Magna International Inc.
on February 15, 2002 confirmed a business agreement for the sale of the plant in
Graz, Austria, subject to certain approvals.
At year-end 2001, the total amount of indebtedness secured by mortgages and
other security interests on the Group's principal facilities was
[EURO]1.6 billion, which related to the Potsdamer Platz real estate project.
DaimlerChrysler believes that the Group's principal manufacturing facilities
and other significant properties are in good condition and that they are
adequate to meet the needs of the DaimlerChrysler Group.
As part of its strategic planning process, DaimlerChrysler periodically
reviews worldwide capacity requirements, especially in North and South America.
In addition, Chrysler Group and Freightliner have announced that they plan to
close or sell several plants in connection with their respective turnaround
plans. See "Description of Business Segments -- Chrysler Group" and "Description
of Business Segments -- Commercial Vehicles."
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ITEM 5. OPERATING AND FINANCIAL REVIEW AND PROSPECTS.
ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES
U.S. GAAP
DaimlerChrysler has prepared its Consolidated Financial Statements in
accordance with U.S. GAAP. See Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
OPERATING PROFIT
The Group measures the performance of its operating segments through
"Operating Profit." Segment Operating Profit is defined as income (loss) before
financial income included in the consolidated statement of income (loss),
modified to exclude pension and postretirement benefit expenses other than
service costs, to include pretax operating income (loss) from affiliated and
associated companies, to include financial income (loss) from related companies,
and to include or exclude certain miscellaneous items. See Note 32 to the
Consolidated Financial Statements.
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
In September 2000, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") 140, "Accounting for
Transfers and Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of
Liabilities -- a replacement of FASB Statement No. 125." This statement revised
the standards of accounting for securitizations and other transfers of financial
assets and collateral and requires certain financial statement disclosures.
SFAS 140 was effective for transactions occurring after March 31, 2001. Adoption
of this replacement standard did not have a material effect on DaimlerChrysler's
consolidated financial statements.
During 2000, the Emerging Issues Task Force reached a final consensus on
Issue 00-14, "Accounting for Certain Sales Incentives." The issue requires that
an entity recognizes sales incentives at the latter of (1) the date at which the
related revenue is recorded by the entity or (2) the date at which the sales
incentive is offered. The issue also requires that when recognized, the
reduction in or refund of the selling price of the product or service resulting
from any cash sales incentive should be classified as a reduction of revenue. If
the sales incentive is a free product or service delivered at the time of the
sale, the cost of the free product or service should be classified as cost of
sales. The consensus reached in the issue was effective for DaimlerChrysler in
its financial statements beginning April 1, 2001. DaimlerChrysler applied the
consensus prospectively in 2001. The adoption of Issue 00-14 did not have a
material impact on the Group's consolidated financial statements.
In July 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 141, "Business Combinations," and
SFAS 142, "Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets." SFAS 141 requires that the
purchase method of accounting be used for all business combinations initiated
after June 30, 2001. SFAS 141 also specifies the types of acquired intangible
assets that are required to be recognized and reported separately from goodwill
and those acquired intangible assets that are required to be included in
goodwill. SFAS 142 requires that goodwill no longer be amortized, but instead
tested for impairment at least annually. SFAS 142 also requires recognized
intangible assets with a definite useful life to be amortized over their
respective estimated useful lives and reviewed for impairment in accordance with
SFAS 121, "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and for Long-Lived
Assets to Be Disposed Of," and subsequently, SFAS 144 after its adoption (see
below). Any recognized intangible asset determined to have an indefinite useful
life is not amortized, but instead tested for impairment in accordance with
SFAS 142 until its life is determined to no longer be indefinite.
DaimlerChrysler adopted the provisions of SFAS 141 as of July 1, 2001, and
SFAS 142 is effective January 1, 2002. Goodwill that was acquired in a business
combination completed after June 30, 2001, and any intangible asset determined
to have an indefinite useful life that was acquired after June 30, 2001 were not
amortized. Goodwill acquired in business combinations completed before July 1,
2001, and intangible assets with indefinite useful lives acquired before
July 1, 2001, were amortized until December 31, 2001.
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SFAS 142 requires the Group to evaluate its existing intangible assets and
goodwill and to make any necessary reclassifications in order to conform with
the new separation requirements at the date of adoption. Upon adoption of
SFAS 142, the Group is also required to reassess the useful lives and residual
values of all intangible assets and make any necessary amortization period
adjustments by March 31, 2002.
In connection with the transitional impairment evaluation, SFAS 142 requires
DaimlerChrysler to perform an assessment of whether there is an indication that
goodwill is impaired as of January 1, 2002. To accomplish this, DaimlerChrysler
is currently (1) identifying its reporting units, (2) determining the carrying
value of each reporting unit by assigning the assets and liabilities, including
the existing goodwill and intangible assets to those reporting units, and
(3) determining the fair value of each reporting unit. This first step of the
transitional assessment is required to be completed by June 30, 2002. If the
carrying value of any reporting unit exceeds its fair value, then detailed fair
values for each of the assigned assets (excluding goodwill) and liabilities will
be determined to calculate the amount of goodwill impairment, if any. This
second step is required to be completed as soon as possible, but no later than
December 31, 2002. Any transitional impairment loss resulting from the adoption
will be recognized as the effect of a change in accounting principle in the
Group's statement of income (loss). Because of the extensiveness of the efforts
needed to comply with the adoption of these statements, it is not practicable to
reasonably estimate the impact on the Group's financial statements.
In June 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 143, "Accounting for Asset Retirement
Obligations." The statement applies to legal obligations associated with the
retirement of tangible long-lived assets that result from the acquisition,
construction, development and (or) the normal operation of a long-lived asset,
except for certain obligations of lessees. SFAS 143 requires that the fair value
of a liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in
which it is incurred if a reasonable estimate of fair value can be made. The
associated asset retirement costs are capitalized as part of the carrying amount
of the long-lived asset and subsequently allocated to expense over the asset's
useful life. The Group expects to adopt SFAS 143 on January 1, 2003.
DaimlerChrysler is currently determining the impact of the adoption of
SFAS 143.
In August 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 144, "Accounting for the Impairment or
Disposal of Long-Lived Assets." SFAS 144 retains the current requirement to
recognize an impairment loss only if the carrying amounts of long-lived assets
to be held and used are not recoverable from their expected undiscounted future
cash flows. However, goodwill is no longer required to be allocated to these
long-lived assets when determining their carrying amounts. SFAS 144 requires
that a long-lived asset to be abandoned, exchanged for a similar productive
asset, or distributed to owners in a spin-off be considered held and used until
it is disposed. SFAS 144 requires the depreciable life of an asset to be
abandoned be revised. SFAS 144 requires all long-lived assets to be disposed of
by sale be recorded at the lower of its carrying amount or fair value less cost
to sell and to cease depreciation (amortization). Therefore, discontinued
operations are no longer measured on a net realizable value basis, and future
operating losses are no longer recognized before they occur. SFAS 144 is
effective January 1, 2002. The adoption of SFAS 144 is not expected to have a
material impact on the Group's financial statements.
INFLATION
The rates of inflation on an annual average basis in Germany during 2001,
2000 and 1999 were 2.5%, 1.9% and 0.6%, respectively. The inflation rates on an
annual average basis in the United States for those years were 2.8%, 3.4% and
2.2%, respectively. The effects of inflation on the Group's operations have not
been significant in recent years.
FACTORS AFFECTING OPERATIONS AND FINANCIAL REPORTING
DaimlerChrysler conducts activities in all major markets and most
significant national economies in the world, generating cash flows in a variety
of currencies, principally the euro, the dollar and the yen. From time to time
the Group's operations are affected by various risks that result from
fluctuating economic, political, social, industry, business and financial
conditions, particularly in its primary markets of Europe and North America. In
general, the Group's long-term profitability is significantly dependent on its
ability to continue its capital
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expenditure and vehicle development programs, to market its vehicles
successfully in an increasingly competitive environment, to effectively
implement its turnaround plans at Chrysler Group and Freightliner and to offer
attractive leasing and finance opportunities to its customers. Reported results
of the Group's operations are also subject to some uncertainty arising from
judgmental factors influencing the selection and consistent application of
accounting principles and methods.
RISK FACTORS
ECONOMIC
- DaimlerChrysler derives substantial revenues from the United States and
Western Europe. A significant U.S. automotive industry-wide decline in
vehicle sales could result if the current recession in the U.S. economy
persists for a prolonged period of time and if consumer confidence is not
restored. This factor could also lead to a further slow-down of economic
growth and a corresponding significant reduction in vehicle demand in
Western Europe. Consumer confidence and the U.S. and global economies
overall are further subject to uncertainties arising from the
September 11 terrorist attacks, the subsequent war on terrorism and the
anticipation of possible future attacks. If current slow economic
conditions and the uncertain political climate continue or deteriorate,
and consumer confidence is not restored, DaimlerChrysler's future sales
and operating results could suffer a significant adverse effect.
- An economic decline in Asia, continued adversity in Japanese economic
conditions or a major economic downturn in Korea could delay
DaimlerChrysler's strategic expansion in emerging Asian markets, which is
an important feature of the Group's long-term strategic plan for growth.
Due to weak economic conditions in Asia and a relatively strong U.S.
dollar, Asian competitors with excess capacity may intensify their efforts
to export vehicles to North America.
- DaimlerChrysler maintains production facilities and sales and finance
companies in South America. To the extent that uncertainties continue to
surround the economic situation in Argentina and those uncertainties
negatively affect other economies in South America important to
DaimlerChrysler, such as Brazil, future sales and operating results could
be adversely affected.
INDUSTRY AND BUSINESS
- A prolonged economic downturn in North America or Europe, or both, would
intensify competitive pricing pressure because of automotive industry
overcapacity, and manufacturers of passenger cars and commercial vehicles
could be forced to decrease production, reduce capacity and increase sales
incentives further. Industry-wide sales are expected to decline in North
America from prior year levels, and competition in North America is
expected to intensify further. The financial performance of Chrysler Group
and Freightliner will depend, in large part, on the success of their
turnaround plans in addressing these possible developments. The
profitability of DaimlerChrysler will be adversely affected if Chrysler
Group and Freightliner do not successfully implement their turnaround
plans.
- Revenues and operating results of the Chrysler Group derive principally
from the U.S. and Canadian automotive markets. In 2001, retail industry
sales (including fleet sales) of new cars and trucks in the U.S. and
Canada decreased slightly compared to 2000. The decrease from 2000 to 2001
might have been greater if it were not for the introduction of more
extensive sales incentives, such as zero percent financing, beginning in
September 2001. These sales incentives may have influenced customers to
accelerate into 2001 purchases otherwise planned for 2002. In the absence
of continued sales incentives, retail industry sales may decrease more
significantly in 2002 than in 2001.
- The price transparency and harmonization resulting from the introduction
of the euro and the development of alternative distribution channels such
as the internet may help generate further pricing pressure within the
automotive industry. A decision of the European Commission not to extend
the current "block
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exemption" regulation (GRUPPENFREISTELLUNGSVERORDNUNG), which allows
automobile manufacturers to use selective and exclusive distribution
networks until September 2002, may also negatively affect automobile
manufacturers in the European Union.
- Meeting consumer demand with new vehicles developed over increasingly
shorter product development cycle times is critical to the success of
automobile manufacturers. DaimlerChrysler's ability to strengthen its
position within its traditional product and market segments while
expanding into additional market segments with innovative new products
will play an important role in determining its future success. A general
shift in consumer preferences towards smaller, low-margin vehicles, which
could result from, among other things, government regulations,
environmental concerns or increasing fuel prices, could have a negative
impact on DaimlerChrysler's profitability. Potential delays in bringing
new vehicles to market and lack of market acceptance of its new models
would adversely affect DaimlerChrysler's financial results.
- Product quality significantly influences the consumer's decision to
purchase passenger cars and commercial vehicles. Component parts or
assembly defects could require DaimlerChrysler to publicly undertake
service actions or recall campaigns. Such actions could require
DaimlerChrysler to expend considerable resources in correcting these
problems and could influence purchasing decisions of potential purchasers
of DaimlerChrysler vehicles, thereby negatively affecting
DaimlerChrysler's future sales and profitability. See "Critical Accounting
Policies."
- In an increasingly competitive market environment, DaimlerChrysler and
other automobile manufacturers may be forced to increase efficiency by
further reducing costs along the automotive value chain, including
suppliers. Pricing pressure on suppliers, however, has the potential to
create additional quality risks.
- The automotive industry is subject to extensive government regulation.
Laws in various jurisdictions regulate the occupant safety and
environmental impact of vehicles, including emission levels, fuel economy
and noise, as well as the levels of pollutants generated by the plants
that produce them. The cost of complying with these regulations could be
significant, and DaimlerChrysler expects to incur such compliance costs in
the future. New legislation, such as the Transportation Recall
Enhancement, Accountability and Documentation Act (the TREAD Act) in the
United States and the European Union's directive on end-of-life vehicle
recycling, will also subject DaimlerChrysler to additional expense, which
could be significant in the future.
- To the extent that sales incentives in the North American market remain an
integral part of sales promotion, resale prices of used vehicles and,
correspondingly, the carrying value of leased vehicles may experience
further downward pressure. See "Critical Accounting Policies."
- Financial services offered in connection with the sale of vehicles also
involve risks relating to increased cost of capital and consumer and
dealer insolvencies. A prolonged recession in the U.S. or European
economies may affect DaimlerChrysler's future credit losses on lease and
finance receivables. See "Critical Accounting Policies."
FINANCIAL
- DaimlerChrysler's businesses, operations and reported financial results
and cash flows are exposed to the risks associated with fluctuations in
the exchange rates of the dollar, the euro and other world currencies. In
order to mitigate the impact of currency exchange rate fluctuations,
DaimlerChrysler continually assesses its exposure to currency risks and
hedges a portion of those risks through the use of derivative financial
instruments.
- In order to manage the liquidity and cash needs of its day-to-day
operations, DaimlerChrysler holds a variety of interest rate sensitive
assets and liabilities. These interest rate sensitive assets and
liabilities are subject to risks which are, to some extent, reduced by the
use of derivative financial instruments.
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- In 2001, Moody's Investors Service and Standard & Poor's Ratings Services
each lowered its ratings for senior unsecured long-term debt issued or
guaranteed by DaimlerChrysler AG and/or revised the outlook in respect of
its ratings. In addition, Moody's Investors Service and Standard & Poor's
Ratings Services each lowered its ratings for commercial paper issued by
DaimlerChrysler AG and its subsidiaries. See "Liquidity and Capital
Resources." The downgrades resulted primarily from the decline in
operating results at Chrysler Group and Freightliner, increased
competitive pressure and lower expectations for vehicle unit sales in
North America. Additional downgrades by the ratings agencies would further
increase DaimlerChrysler's cost of capital and could negatively affect its
businesses, especially the lease and sales financing business which is
typically financed with a high proportion of debt.
- To manage liquidity of the Group, DaimlerChrysler depends heavily on the
issuance of medium-term debt, principally in the U.S. and European capital
markets. Future declines in DaimlerChrysler's operating performance and
changes in demand for this type of investment could have an adverse affect
on DaimlerChrysler's ability to execute this type of transaction.
- DaimlerChrysler holds non-controlling equity interests in the European
Aeronautic Defence and Space Company EADS N.V. (EADS) and in Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation. The financial risks related to these investments are
discussed below in "Critical Accounting Policies."
CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Reported financial condition and results of operations of the Group are
sensitive to accounting methods, assumptions and estimates that underlie
preparation of the financial statements. The profile of critical accounting
policies, the judgments and other uncertainties affecting application of those
policies and the sensitivity of reported results to changes in conditions and
assumptions are factors to be considered in conjunction with reviewing the
Group's financial statements and the discussion below in "Operating Results."
RECOVERABILITY OF EQUIPMENT ON OPERATING LEASES
Equipment on operating leases (which consists primarily of passenger cars
and commercial vehicles), where DaimlerChrysler is the lessor, is valued at
acquisition cost and depreciated over its estimated useful life using the
straight-line method to its estimated residual value. DaimlerChrysler utilizes
industry published information and its historical experience to determine
estimated residual values for these vehicles. DaimlerChrysler evaluates the
recoverability of the carrying values of its leased vehicles for impairment when
there are indications of significant declines in residual values. At
December 31, 2001, the carrying value of equipment on operating leases was
[EURO]36.0 billion. To the extent that sales incentives remain an integral part
of sales promotion (reducing new vehicle prices), resale prices of used vehicles
and, correspondingly, the carrying value of DaimlerChrysler's leased vehicles
could be subject to further downward pressure. If resale prices of used vehicles
decline, future operating results are likely to be adversely affected by
incremental charges.
COLLECTIBILITY OF RECEIVABLES FROM FINANCIAL SERVICES
Sales financing and finance lease receivables consist of retail installment
sales contracts secured by passenger cars and commercial vehicles. At
December 31, 2001, such receivables totaled [EURO]49.5 billion. Collectibility
risks include consumer and dealer insolvencies and insufficient collateral
values (less costs to sell) to realize the full carrying values of these
receivables. As a matter of policy, DaimlerChrysler maintains an allowance for
doubtful accounts representing management's estimate of the amount of asset
impairment in the portfolios of finance, trade and other receivables.
DaimlerChrysler determines the allowance for doubtful accounts based on a
systematic, ongoing review and evaluation performed as part of the credit-risk
evaluation process, historical loss experience, the size and composition of the
portfolios, current economic events and conditions, the estimated fair value and
adequacy of collateral and other pertinent factors. This evaluation is
inherently judgmental and requires material estimates, including the amounts and
timing of future cash flows expected to be received, which may be susceptible to
significant change.
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Although management considers the allowance for doubtful accounts to be
adequate based on information currently available, additional provisions may be
necessary due to (i) changes in management estimates and assumptions about asset
impairment, (ii) information that indicates changes in the expected future cash
flows, or (iii) changes in economic and other events and conditions. A prolonged
economic downturn in North America and Western Europe could increase the
likelihood of credit losses exceeding current estimates. To the extent that
sales incentives remain an integral part of sales promotion with the effect of
reducing new vehicle prices, resale prices of used vehicles and,
correspondingly, the collateral value of DaimlerChrysler's sales financing and
finance lease receivables could experience further downward pressure. If these
factors require a significant increase in DaimlerChrysler's allowance for
doubtful accounts, it could negatively affect future operating results.
SIGNIFICANT BUSINESS CONCENTRATIONS AND RECOVERABILITY OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS
DaimlerChrysler has a substantial concentration of its businesses in North
America and Western Europe. These businesses are very capital intensive and have
required (and will continue to require) significant investments in long-lived
assets (property, plant, equipment and intangible assets including goodwill). At
December 31, 2001, the carrying value of DaimlerChrysler's property, plant and
equipment was [EURO]41.2 billion. Recoverability of long-lived assets (except
intangible assets) being held and used is measured by a comparison of the
carrying amount of an asset (or group of assets) to future net cash flows
expected to be generated by the asset (or group of assets). If such assets are
considered impaired, the impairment recognized is measured as the amount by
which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. At
December 31, 2001, the carrying value of intangible assets, including goodwill,
was [EURO]2.9 billion. Intangible assets are evaluated for recovery based upon
projected future cash flows. A prolonged economic downturn in DaimlerChrysler's
major markets could intensify pricing pressure because of overcapacity in the
automotive industry. Consequently, DaimlerChrysler could be forced to decrease
production, reduce capacity and increase sales incentives further. Such events
could decrease future estimates of net cash flows expected to be generated to
the extent that certain long-lived assets would be considered impaired,
negatively affecting future operating results.
Mitsubishi Motors concentrates a substantial portion of its business in
Japan and North America. EADS concentrates a substantial portion of its business
with the airline industry. These businesses are also very capital intensive and
have required (and will continue to require) significant investments in
long-lived assets (property, plant, equipment and intangible assets including
goodwill). The same accounting policies apply to the long-lived assets that
reside within DaimlerChrysler's equity method investments in EADS and Mitsubishi
Motors. The risks related to EADS' and Mitsubishi Motors' ability to recover
their long-lived assets and the potential impact to DaimlerChrysler are
discussed below.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE RESIDUAL VALUE GUARANTEES
Freightliner has made financial commitments to certain customers that
guarantee the residual values of commercial vehicles purchased. The guarantees
are exercisable by these customers if they subsequently purchase a new
commercial vehicle. At December 31, 2001, the total commitment approximated
[EURO]2.5 billion. DaimlerChrysler's accounting policy is to accrue a liability,
in the period it becomes probable that an expected shortfall will occur, for the
difference between the residual value guarantee and the expected used truck
market value at the date Freightliner must fulfill its commitment.
DaimlerChrysler makes these assessments at the time of sale and periodically
evaluates and updates them for the duration of the commitment period. In making
its accounting estimate, DaimlerChrysler considers current commercial vehicle
market value data and actual and expected loss experience. However, actual
future loss experience may differ significantly from DaimlerChrysler's current
assumptions. A decline in the U.S. economy in general and the commercial vehicle
market specifically could significantly increase DaimlerChrysler's financial
risk resulting from commitments to guarantee commercial vehicle residual values,
thereby adversely affecting future operating results.
LIABILITY FOR PRODUCT WARRANTIES
DaimlerChrysler generally warrants its products against certain
manufacturing and other defects. Product warranties are provided for specific
periods of time and/or usage of the product and vary depending upon the
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nature of the product, the geographic location of its sale and other factors.
All product warranties are consistent with commercial practices.
DaimlerChrysler's accounting policy is to record an accrued liability for
estimated product warranty costs as a component of cost of sales at the time the
related sale is recognized. The accrued warranty costs represent management's
best estimate at the time of sale of the total costs that DaimlerChrysler will
incur to repair or replace product parts that fail while still under warranty.
The amount of accrued estimated warranty costs is primarily based on historical
experience as to product failures as well as current information on repair
costs. Finally, as portions of the products sold and warranted by
DaimlerChrysler contain parts manufactured (and warranted) by DaimlerChrysler's
suppliers, the amount of warranty costs accrued also contains an estimate as to
warranty claim recoveries from suppliers. At December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler
had accrued [EURO]9.1 billion for estimated product warranty claims. The
foregoing evaluations are inherently uncertain as they require material
estimates and some products' warranty periods extend for up to 7 years.
Consequently, actual warranty costs will differ from the estimated amounts,
perhaps significantly. If DaimlerChrysler were required to record additional
warranty provisions in the future, it would negatively affect operating results.
REALIZABILITY OF INVESTMENTS IN EADS AND MITSUBISHI MOTORS
The carrying values of DaimlerChrysler's 33% ownership interest in EADS and
its 37.3% ownership interest in Mitsubishi Motors were [EURO]3.8 billion and
[EURO]1.6 billion, respectively, at December 31, 2001. The carrying values of
the equity method investments in EADS and Mitsubishi Motors exceeded their
quoted market values at December 31, 2001. DaimlerChrysler's accounting policy
is to record a write-down of such investments to realizable value when a decline
in fair value below carrying value is other than temporary. In determining if a
decline in value is other than temporary, DaimlerChrysler considers the length
of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than the carrying
value, the financial condition and prospects of EADS and Mitsubishi Motors, and
DaimlerChrysler's ability and intent to retain its investments in EADS and
Mitsubishi Motors for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated
recovery in market value. As a result of this evaluation, at December 31, 2001,
DaimlerChrysler determined there was no need to record a write-down of its
investments in EADS and Mitsubishi Motors.
The carrying value of DaimlerChrysler's investment in EADS is primarily
dependent on EADS' ability to compete successfully with its Airbus aircraft in
the commercial aircraft industry in terms of price, product quality and market
acceptance of new models. Significant additional costs for security measures and
a continuing decline in air travel currently burden the airline industry. As a
result, orders for new aircraft and the exercise rate of existing purchase
options may be significantly lower in the future which could adversely affect
EADS' expected net cash flows and its ability to recover its long-lived assets.
Consequently, DaimlerChrysler's proportionate share of EADS' future operating
results and its ability to recover the full amount of its investment in EADS
could be adversely affected.
In February 2001, Mitsubishi Motors announced a restructuring plan designed
to improve its financial performance and market position. Key initiatives
include management changes, workforce reduction, elimination of excess
production capacity and reduction of costs of purchased materials. Mitsubishi
Motors' ability to execute its restructuring plan is dependent upon its capacity
to secure adequate sources of funding to meet its liquidity needs, which could
also require additional equity or some form of credit support. Mitsubishi
Motors' expected net cash flows and its ability to recover its long-lived assets
could also change. Consequently, DaimlerChrysler's proportionate share of
Mitsubishi Motors' future operating results and its ability to recover the full
amount of its investment in Mitsubishi Motors could be adversely affected if
Mitsubishi Motors is not able to implement its restructuring plan successfully.
OPERATING RESULTS
The DaimlerChrysler Group currently operates in five business segments:
(1) Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart; (2) Chrysler Group; (3) Commercial
Vehicles; (4) Services; and (5) Other Activities.
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler reorganized some of its business segments.
Following the exchange in July 2000 of the Group's controlling interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a non-controlling (equity method) interest in
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European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company EADS N.V. (EADS), DaimlerChrysler
transferred the remaining businesses of the former Aerospace segment and the
investment in EADS to the Other Activities segment. In January 2001,
DaimlerChrysler combined the operations of MTU/Diesel Engines, which was
previously part of the Other Activities segment, with the Commercial Vehicles'
powertrain business in a new business unit within the Commercial Vehicles
segment called DaimlerChrysler Powersystems. DaimlerChrysler has reclassified
prior period amounts to conform its segment presentation to the new structure.
The following discussion should be read in conjunction with Notes 1 and 32
to the Consolidated Financial Statements and "Factors Affecting Operations and
Financial Reporting." The following table shows revenues and operating profit
(loss) for each of the five business segments during the last three fiscal
years.
DAIMLERCHRYSLER GROUP
BUSINESS SEGMENT REVENUES AND OPERATING PROFIT (LOSS)
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
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YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
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OPERATING OPERATING OPERATING
PROFIT PROFIT PROFIT
REVENUES (LOSS) REVENUES (LOSS) REVENUES (LOSS)
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Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars &
smart............................... 47,705 2,951 43,700 2,145 38,100 2,703
Chrysler Group........................ 63,483 (5,281) 68,372 501 64,085 5,051
Commercial Vehicles................... 28,572 (514) 29,804 1,212 27,609 1,157
Services.............................. 16,851 612 17,526 2,457 12,932 2,039
Other Activities...................... 4,507 1,181 10,615 3,590 14,084 241
Eliminations.......................... (8,245) (267) (7,633) (153) (6,825) (179)
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Total............................. 152,873 (1,318) 162,384 9,752 149,985 11,012
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Two transactions in 2001 -- one involving DaimlerChrysler's rail systems
activities (Adtranz) and the other DaimlerChrysler's Automotive Electronics
business (TEMIC) -- and three transactions in 2000 -- one involving
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace, another T-Systems ITS (formerly debis Systemhaus)
and, lastly, the purchase of a non-controlling (equity method) interest in
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation -- significantly affected the year-to-year
comparability of revenues and operating profit (loss) in the segments Services
and Other Activities. Effective May 1, 2001, DaimlerChrysler transferred control
over the operations of Adtranz to the Canadian company Bombardier Inc. On
April 1, 2001, DaimlerChrysler sold a 60% controlling interest in TEMIC to
Continental AG. In October 2000, Deutsche Telekom made a capital investment in
T-Systems ITS for which it received a 50.1% controlling interest in that
company. In July 2000, the Group disposed of most of its aerospace activities by
exchanging its controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a 33%
interest in EADS.
As a result of these transactions, revenues and operating profit of TEMIC,
Adtranz, DaimlerChrysler Aerospace and T-Systems ITS, are included in the
Group's totals only through the date of completion of the respective
transaction. Thereafter, the operating profit of the Services segment includes
DaimlerChrysler's percentage interest in the operating profit of T-Systems ITS
(49.9%), while the Other Activities segment includes the Group's percentage
interests in the operating results of EADS (33%) and TEMIC (40%). The Group's
proportionate share in the operating results of Mitsubishi Motors is included
for the full year 2001, but only for the last quarter of 2000. The 2001
operating profit of Other Activities includes gains from the sale of a
controlling interest in TEMIC ([EURO]0.2 billion) and the sale of Adtranz
([EURO]0.3 billion). In 2000, the operating profit of Other Activities included
a [EURO]3.3 billion gain realized on the disposition of the Group's controlling
interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace, and the operating profit of Services
included a [EURO]2.3 billion gain realized as a result of the transaction
involving T-Systems ITS.
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2001 COMPARED WITH 2000
DAIMLERCHRYSLER GROUP
In 2001, Group revenues declined 6% from [EURO]162.4 billion to
[EURO]152.9 billion. Excluding the effects on Group revenues of the transactions
involving Adtranz and TEMIC in 2001 and EADS and T-Systems ITS in 2000, Group
revenues from ongoing business activities in 2001 declined 1% versus comparable
revenues in 2000. Revenues of Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart rose 9% to
[EURO]47.7 billion due to strong sales of the C-Class and higher demand in the
segment's principal markets outside Germany. Chrysler Group revenues fell 7% to
[EURO]63.5 billion, primarily as a result of lower unit sales. The decrease in
revenues was partially offset by the depreciation of the euro against the
dollar. Revenues of Commercial Vehicles decreased 4% to [EURO]28.6 billion due
to a worldwide decline in demand for trucks and buses. The Services segment
contributed revenues of [EURO]16.9 billion, a 4% decline (2000:
[EURO]17.5 billion). Revenues of the Service's segment in 2000 included
[EURO]2.4 billion attributable to T-Systems ITS which is no longer controlled by
DaimlerChrysler. If the revenue share attributable to T-Systems ITS is
eliminated from the 2000 figures, revenues of Services increased 12% in 2001.
This improvement was mainly the result of a significant increase in 2000 in the
number of new leasing and finance contracts. These contracts generated full year
revenues for the first time in 2001. Revenues of the Other Activities segment
decreased from [EURO]10.6 billion to [EURO]4.5 billion. The decline was
exclusively due to the sales in 2001 of Adtranz and a controlling interest in
TEMIC and the part year inclusion in 2000 of revenues of the aerospace
activities prior to DaimlerChrysler's exchange of its interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for an equity interest in EADS.
In 2001, cost of sales amounted to [EURO]128.4 billion, a decrease of 4%.
Cost of sales as a percentage of revenues increased to 84% in 2001 compared to
83% in 2000. This increase was mainly due to higher costs for customer
satisfaction, depreciation and amortization at Chrysler Group and charges at
Freightliner in connection with its turnaround plan and increased residual value
provisions on future truck commitments.
Selling expenses amounted to [EURO]11.8 billion in 2001 compared to
[EURO]11.7 billion in 2000, a 1% increase. The increase resulted mainly from
higher unit sales at Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart. Selling expenses as a
percentage of revenues were 8% in 2001 and 7% in 2000.
General administrative expenses in 2001 were [EURO]5.5 billion, 6% less than
in 2000 ([EURO]5.9 billion). This decline was mainly the result of cost
reductions at Chrysler Group in connection with its turnaround plan, partially
offset by additional expenses incurred in connection with the Freightliner
turnaround plan. General administrative expenses as a percentage of revenues
remained at last year's level of 4%.
Research and development funded by the Group amounted to [EURO]5.9 billion
in 2001 compared to [EURO]6.3 billion in 2000. The decline in research and
development expense is due to the transactions involving Adtranz and TEMIC in
2001 and DaimlerChrysler Aerospace in 2000.
In response to production overcapacity and changing market demand, in
February 2001 DaimlerChrysler adopted a comprehensive turnaround plan for the
Chrysler Group. See "Item 4. Information on the Company." The charges recorded
for the plan in 2001 were [EURO]3.1 billion ([EURO]1.9 billion net of taxes).
The charges appear as a separate line item in the consolidated statement of
income (loss) ([EURO]2.6 billion and [EURO]0.5 billion would have otherwise been
reflected in cost of sales and in selling, administrative and other expenses,
respectively).
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler had an operating loss of [EURO]1.3 billion compared
to an operating profit of [EURO]9.8 billion in the previous year. The 2001
operating loss includes charges of [EURO]3.1 billion relating to the turnaround
plan of the Chrysler Group, charges of [EURO]0.5 billion relating to
Freightliner's turnaround plan and special costs associated with unforeseen
market developments, and the Group's proportionate [EURO]0.4 billion share of
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation's restructuring charges. Group operating results
were also negatively affected by an impairment charge of [EURO]0.1 billion
relating to the Group's e-business activities. Due to the decision of the
Argentine government to reform its financial system and monetary policy and to
introduce a floating exchange rate against the dollar effective January 11,
2002, the Group recognized a loss of [EURO]0.1 billion in 2001. DaimlerChrysler
also recorded a charge of [EURO]0.2 billion in 2001 relating to the
recoverability of lease receivables in anticipation of the intended sale in 2002
of the commercial real estate and asset-backed lending portfolio of Capital
Services. The effects of these charges were partially offset by the Group's
[EURO]0.9 billion share of a gain arising at EADS in
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connection with the formation of Airbus SAS. Additional gains resulted from the
sale of Adtranz ([EURO]0.3 billion), the sale of 60% of TEMIC
([EURO]0.2 billion), and the disposal of the Group's remaining 10% equity
interest in debitel to Swisscom ([EURO]0.3 billion) in 2001.
Operating profit in 2000 includes gains of [EURO]3.3 billion from the
exchange of the Group's controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a
33% interest in EADS, [EURO]2.3 billion from the disposition of the Group's
controlling interest in T-Systems ITS, [EURO]0.1 billion from the sale of the
fixed installations activities of Adtranz, and [EURO]0.1 billion from the
dilution of DaimlerChrysler's equity interest in Ballard Power Systems, a
Canadian company focusing on fuel cell technology. Group operating profit in
2000 was reduced by a write-down of [EURO]0.5 billion on the carrying values of
leased vehicles and charges of [EURO]0.5 billion relating to the smart brand in
connection with the joint development of a new small car platform with
Mitsubishi Motors. In addition, DaimlerChrysler recorded a charge in 2000
relating to the adoption of the European Union's directive regarding
end-of-life-vehicles ([EURO]0.3 billion).
After the elimination of one-time items, which resulted in a net charge of
[EURO]2.7 billion in 2001 and a net gain of [EURO]4.5 billion in 2000, operating
profit decreased from [EURO]5.2 billion in 2000 to [EURO]1.3 billion in 2001.
This decline was mainly attributable to significantly lower operating results of
the Chrysler Group and Commercial Vehicles caused by the intense competition in
the North American automotive markets. The table on page 40 shows the business
segment contributions to Group operating profit. The segment discussions of
Chrysler Group and Commercial Vehicles on pages 43 and 45 describe in more
detail the specific market factors which affected the operating results of these
two segments and the one-time items included in the results. Management defines
one-time items as significant transactions that are not part of ongoing
operations or are expected to be nonrecurring.
Financial income (net) was [EURO]0.2 billion in both 2001 and 2000.
Financial income (net) in 2001 includes the Group's [EURO]0.7 billion share of a
gain arising at EADS in connection with the formation of Airbus SAS, and a gain
of [EURO]0.3 billion from the sale of DaimlerChrysler's remaining 10% interest
in debitel to Swisscom. DaimlerChrysler's proportionate [EURO]0.2 billion share
of the restructuring charges of Mitsubishi Motors and an impairment charge of
[EURO]0.1 billion relating to the Group's e-business activities partially offset
these additions to financial income (net). Higher interest expense from
increased debt in the industrial business and the effects of the depreciation of
the Argentine peso against the dollar as a result of the economic crisis in
Argentina had an additional negative effect. Financial income (net) in 2000
includes an aggregate total loss of [EURO]0.2 billion from the Group's equity
investments in EADS and Mitsubishi Motors.
In 2001, the Group recorded an income tax benefit of [EURO]0.8 billion
compared to income tax expense of [EURO]2.0 billion in 2000. The income tax
benefit in 2001 was generated by a pre-tax loss of [EURO]1.5 billion. Income tax
expense in 2000 was recorded in respect of pre-tax income of [EURO]4.5 billion
plus two significant changes in German tax law. The first one called for a
reduction, effective January 1, 2001, of the German corporate income tax rate
from 40% on retained earnings and 30% on distributed earnings to a uniform 25%.
The other change exempted from taxation gains from sales of investments,
effective January 1, 2002. These two changes triggered a current revaluation of
the Group's net deferred tax assets in Germany the effect of which was
additional tax expense in 2000. The changes resulted in a total net income tax
charge in 2000 of [EURO]0.3 billion. Excluding the effects on net income (loss)
of the one-time items described in operating profit (loss) and financial income
in 2001 and 2000 as well as the effects of the changes in German tax laws in
2000, the Group's effective tax rate increased from 39.5% in 2000 to 44.3% in
2001. This increase is principally due to negative contributions in 2001 to
DaimlerChrysler's operating results from equity method investments which are not
subject to tax at DaimlerChrysler and consequently did not generate any
associated tax benefits.
In 2001, the Group had a net loss of [EURO]0.7 billion compared to net
income of [EURO]7.9 billion in 2000. The 2000 net income includes net gains on
dispositions of [EURO]5.5 billion, which have been classified as extraordinary
under special accounting rules applicable only to transactions occurring within
a two-year period following the business combination of Daimler-Benz and
Chrysler in November 1998, which was accounted for as a pooling of interests.
Additionally, net income in 2000 contains a net expense of [EURO]87 million from
cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles for derivative financial
instruments (SFAS 133) and retained interests in sold receivables
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(EITF 99-20). Net income (loss) including extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles decreased by [EURO]8.6 billion to a
net loss of [EURO]0.7 billion in 2001. Before extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles, DaimlerChrysler had a basic and
diluted loss per ordinary share of [EURO]0.66 in 2001, compared to basic and
diluted earnings per ordinary share in 2000 of [EURO]2.46 and [EURO]2.45,
respectively. Including extraordinary items and cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles, the basic and diluted loss per ordinary share in 2001
remains unchanged at [EURO]0.66, compared to basic and diluted earnings per
share in 2000 of [EURO]7.87 and [EURO]7.80, respectively.
MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART
Revenues of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment rose
[EURO]4.0 billion or 9% to [EURO]47.7 billion. The increase was mainly the
result of the strong performance of the C-Class, partially offset by a decline
in unit sales of the E-Class in anticipation of the market introduction of the
successor model in March 2002. Total unit sales rose 6% from 1,154,900 in 2000
to 1,229,700 in 2001, primarily due to a 30% increase in unit sales of the
C-Class.
At [EURO]16.4 billion, revenues in Germany were 5% higher than in 2000, but
unit sales declined 1% in an overall declining market. Germany continues to be
the most important market for Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart with 2001
unit sales of 436,500 representing 35% of the segment's worldwide unit sales
(2000: 38%).
In the other Western European countries, revenues of Mercedes-Benz Passenger
Cars & smart rose 19% to [EURO]12.8 billion while unit sales were 16% higher
reaching 402,300 units. These increases were primarily due to significantly
higher demand for passenger cars in the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Italy.
Revenues increased at a comparatively higher rate than unit sales due to a
favorable shift in the model mix towards higher priced vehicles. In the United
States, revenues increased by [EURO]0.7 billion or 7% to [EURO]11.0 billion and
unit sales rose 4% to 213,400 units. The revenue increase in the United States
was mainly due to the substantial increase in demand for C-Class vehicles and
the appreciation of the dollar against the euro. At [EURO]2.1 billion, revenues
in Japan were 1% lower compared to last year despite an increase in unit sales.
This was mainly due to the depreciation of the Japanese yen against the euro. In
Asia (excluding Japan), revenues increased 21% to [EURO]2.1 billion while unit
sales climbed 11% to 45,700. The comparatively larger increase in revenues was
caused by a favorable shift in the model mix towards higher priced vehicles.
Operating profit of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment
increased 38% to [EURO]3.0 billion (2000: [EURO]2.1 billion). The 2000 operating
profit included a [EURO]0.3 billion charge relating to the adoption of the
European Union's directive regarding end-of-life-vehicles and total charges of
[EURO]0.5 billion relating to the smart brand in connection with the joint
development of a small car platform with Mitsubishi Motors. A gain of
[EURO]0.1 billion relating to the reduction in 2000 of DaimlerChrysler's equity
interest in Ballard Power Systems partially offset these charges. If these
one-time charges and gains are excluded from the 2000 operating profit,
operating profit in 2001 improved by 3% or [EURO]0.1 billion. This improvement
was mostly the result of higher unit sales, primarily of the new C-Class sedan,
sports coupe and station wagon. A shift of consumer interest from the higher
priced E-Class to the smaller C-Class models in anticipation of the impending
E-Class model change partially offset the positive effect of higher unit sales.
Operating profit of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment was also
negatively affected by pre-production costs related to new or revised passenger
car models, especially the successor models of the E-Class, the C-Class sports
coupe, the CLK coupe and the A-Class as well as the updated version of the
M-Class.
CHRYSLER GROUP
The Chrysler Group achieved revenues of [EURO]63.5 billion compared with
[EURO]68.4 billion for 2000. This decrease in revenues is primarily due to a
decrease in unit sales, partially offset by an appreciation of the dollar
against the euro. Measured in dollars, the currency in which a significant
portion of the Chrysler Group's sales are earned, revenues declined by 10%.
In 2001, the Chrysler Group sold 2.76 million units, 10% less than in the
prior year. Worldwide factory unit sales decreased due to substantial
competitive pressure in the North American market and a softening of vehicle
industry sales. This competitive environment particularly affected the key
market segments of the Chrysler
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Group, including upper-middle sport utility vehicles and pick-up trucks. In the
NAFTA region, total sales decreased 10% to 2,569,600 units. Unit sales outside
the NAFTA region decreased by 400 units to 186,300 in 2001. The Chrysler Group
successfully launched the all-new Jeep Liberty, which it produces in its new
assembly plant in Toledo, Ohio, and the all-new Dodge Ram 1500 pick-up truck.
The Chrysler Group's operating loss was [EURO]5.3 billion compared to an
operating profit of [EURO]0.5 billion in 2000. Excluding restructuring charges
of [EURO]3.1 billion relating to actions taken under the turnaround plan
described below, operating results declined [EURO]2.7 billion. This decrease
resulted primarily from lower factory unit sales, an unfavorable shift in
product mix, increased sales incentives, and higher costs for customer
satisfaction, depreciation and amortization. The deterioration in operating
results was partially offset by cost reduction initiatives and other actions
taken as part of the turnaround plan. Improvements resulting from higher vehicle
pricing were more than offset by the higher sales incentives.
In February 2001, the Chrysler Group announced a turnaround plan designed to
improve its financial performance and market position. Key initiatives over the
period 2001 through 2003 include a workforce reduction, elimination of excess
plant capacity, reduction of the cost of purchased materials and services, a new
dealer performance-based incentive program and the implementation of a product
creation process, which reorganized the former platform teams into product
innovation teams. By adjusting its cost structure, workforce and production
capacity while continuing to develop exciting products, the Chrysler Group
expects to position itself for profitable growth in the world automotive
markets.
As a result of the turnaround plan, the Chrysler Group recorded
restructuring charges of [EURO]3.1 billion in 2001 primarily related to
workforce reductions, asset write-downs and contract cancellation costs.
Additional restructuring costs of up to $0.9 billion are expected to be
recognized in 2002 and 2003, including $0.3 billion of charges for actions
currently identified for 2002. The Chrysler Group expects cash payments of
$0.7 billion in 2002 for the previously recorded charges as well as the
currently identified restructuring actions.
Prior to implementing the turnaround plan, the Chrysler Group had forecasted
an unadjusted operating loss between [EURO]5.5 billion and [EURO]5.9 billion for
2001. Turnaround plan actions taken in 2001, generated net savings of
[EURO]3.6 billion from this forecasted loss by reducing variable and fixed costs
within cost of sales and selling, administrative and other expenses. The
Chrysler Group surpassed the turnaround plan's cost reduction targets for 2001.
This over-achievement was partially offset by an under-achievement of the plan's
revenue enhancement target due to substantial competitive pressures in the North
American market. The favorable cash impact of such actions and related
reductions in capital expenditures totaled [EURO]5.4 billion in 2001, net of
related cash payments of [EURO]0.4 billion relating to restructuring measures.
The Chrysler Group expects to achieve break-even operating results in 2002
(excluding any additional restructuring charges or other one-time actions) and
will continue to take the necessary savings and profit improvement actions as
part of the turnaround plan to achieve this objective. For a further discussion
of the Chrysler Group's turnaround plan, see "Description of Business
Segments -- Chrysler Group" in "Item 4. Information on the Company."
Revenues and operating results of the Chrysler Group are derived principally
from the U.S. and Canadian automotive markets. Retail industry sales (including
fleet sales) of new cars and trucks in the U.S. and Canada were 19.1 million
units in 2001, compared with 19.4 million units in 2000, a decrease of 2%.
Retail industry sales would likely have decreased further were it not for the
introduction of more extensive sales incentives, such as zero percent financing,
beginning in September 2001. It is reasonably possible that these sales
incentives may have influenced customers to accelerate into 2001 purchases
otherwise planned for 2002. In the absence of continued costly sales incentives,
retail industry sales may decrease more significantly in 2002 than in 2001.
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The U.S. and combined U.S. and Canada retail sales and market share data for
the Chrysler Group in 2001 and 2000 are shown below:
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YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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INCREASE/
2001 2000 (DECREASE)
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U.S. RETAIL MARKET(1)
Car sales................................................... 558,017 649,373 (91,356)
Car market share............................................ 6.6% 7.3% (0.7%)
Truck sales (including minivans)............................ 1,715,191 1,873,322 (158,131)
Truck market share.......................................... 19.0% 20.9% (1.9%)
Combined car and truck sales................................ 2,273,208 2,522,695 (249,487)
Combined car and truck market share......................... 13.0% 14.2% (1.2%)
U.S. AND CANADA RETAIL MARKET(1)
Combined car and truck sales................................ 2,518,760 2,791,483 (272,723)
Combined car and truck market share......................... 13.2% 14.4% (1.2%)
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(1) All retail sales and market share data include fleet sales.
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Retail sales of cars for the Chrysler Group in the U.S. market for 2001
decreased 14% compared to 2000, while retail sales for the Chrysler Group in the
U.S. truck market for 2001 decreased 8% compared to 2000. The decrease in retail
sales and related market share of cars and trucks is primarily the result of
increased competition, particularly in the large car, minivan, upper-middle
sport utility and pick-up truck segments. The decrease in the Chrysler Group's
truck sales was partially offset by an increase in retail sales in the
lower-middle sport utility segment.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
Revenues of the Commercial Vehicles segment decreased 4% to
[EURO]28.6 billion, and unit sales of 492,900 were 10% lower than in 2000. The
change in total unit sales was the result of a 23% decrease in truck sales to
191,800 units and a 12% decline in bus sales to 43,300 units, partially offset
by a 3% increase in unit sales of vans to 257,800 units. In 2001, revenues in
Germany were 5% lower at [EURO]7.2 billion while unit sales decreased 6% to
106,000 vehicles. In Western Europe (excluding Germany), revenues were up 3%
reaching [EURO]7.2 billion while unit sales rose 1% to 169,800 units in 2001.
The increase in unit sales resulted primarily from the success of Mercedes-Benz
vans, especially in France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. In Western Europe
(including Germany), Mercedes-Benz vans in the categories between 2t and 6t GVW
had a market share of 19% in both 2001 and 2000. Also, in the category of trucks
over 6t GVW, the Commercial Vehicles segment maintained its position as the
market leader in Germany with a market share of 44%, slightly higher than in the
previous year (43%). The segment's market share for trucks above 6t GVW in
Western Europe (excluding Germany) was 15% (2000: 16%). With a combined Western
European market share of 26% in both 2001 and 2000, the Mercedes-Benz and Setra
bus brands maintained their position as market leader in Western Europe.
Revenues of the Commercial Vehicles segment in the NAFTA region decreased 9%
to [EURO]9.5 billion in 2001. This decline was mainly due to a 31% drop in unit
sales to 105,900 units, partially offset by the appreciation of the dollar
against the euro and the full year inclusion of revenues generated by Detroit
Diesel Corporation. Detroit Diesel does not contribute to vehicle unit sales.
Revenues were [EURO]8.1 billion in the United States and [EURO]0.7 billion in
Canada, a decrease of 8% and 7%, respectively. Unit sales decreased 32% in the
United States and 36% in Canada, primarily as a result of the weak economy which
led to significantly lower demand for trucks in the Class 8 heavy duty segment.
In Mexico, revenues fell 10% to [EURO]0.7 billion and unit sales decreased 16%.
Commercial Vehicles was able to sell 43,000 units in South America, a 15%
decrease compared to 2000. Revenues in South America fell 16% to
[EURO]1.5 billion.
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In 2001, Commercial Vehicles contributed an operating loss of
[EURO]0.5 billion compared to an operating profit of [EURO]1.2 billion in 2000.
The 2001 operating results are burdened by charges of [EURO]0.5 billion recorded
by Freightliner for its turnaround plan and special costs associated with
unforeseen market developments. In the prior year, the segment's operating
profit was impacted by a small charge relating to the adoption of the European
Union's directive regarding end-of-life vehicles.
Adjusted for these one-time effects, the segment had positive earnings of
[EURO]0.1 billion in 2001 compared to an operating profit of [EURO]1.3 billion
in 2000. The sharp contraction of the market for commercial vehicles in the
NAFTA region, which led to significant price reductions for new and used
vehicles and to a 31% drop in the segment's unit sales, was primarily
responsible for the decline in operating profit. The deterioration of used
vehicle prices may continue to affect demand for new vehicles and, consequently,
may have a further negative impact on the profitability of the Commercial
Vehicles segment. Further factors depressing earnings were the drop in demand
due to the economic crisis in Argentina and the economic slow-down in Turkey and
lower demand for trucks in Western Europe.
For a detailed discussion of the Freightliner turnaround plan, see
"Description of Business Segments -- Commercial Vehicles" in "Item 4.
Information on the Company."
SERVICES
The year-to-year comparability of revenues and operating profit for the
Services segment is affected by the transaction involving T-Systems ITS
described on page 40.
In 2001, the Services segment recorded revenues of [EURO]16.9 billion
compared to [EURO]17.5 billion in 2000, a 4% decline. Revenues of the Financial
Services business unit increased 12% to [EURO]16.9 billion (2000:
[EURO]15.1 billion). Following the transaction involving T-Systems ITS in
October 2000, revenues of Financial Services represent all revenues achieved by
the Services segment in 2001, compared with 86% in the prior year. Overall,
Financial Services processed new leasing and finance contracts in 2001 with a
total value of [EURO]54.9 billion, a decline of 3% in new contract value
compared to 2000. In 2001, Financial Services managed a portfolio of finance
receivables of [EURO]131.8 billion, a 4% increase over the 2000 portfolio of
[EURO]126.3 billion. Excluding exchange rate effects, the portfolio volume in
2001 was only slightly higher than in the previous year.
In 2001, Services' activities in the NAFTA region contributed
[EURO]11.6 billion or 69% of total revenues, a 9% increase over 2000. Services'
revenues generated in Germany amounted to [EURO]3.2 billion or 19% of total
revenues, compared with [EURO]4.1 billion or 24% of total revenues in 2000.
Revenues originated in the European Union (excluding Germany) amounted to
[EURO]1.5 billion or 9% of total revenues in 2001 compared to [EURO]1.9 billion
or 11% of total revenues in 2000.
Operating profit in the Services segment decreased to [EURO]0.6 billion from
[EURO]2.5 billion in 2000. Services' operating profit in 2001 includes a gain of
[EURO]0.3 billion from the sale of the Group's remaining 10% equity interest in
debitel to Swisscom and a charge of [EURO]0.1 billion as a result of the
depreciation of the Argentine peso against the dollar. Services' operating
profit in 2001 also includes a charge of [EURO]0.2 billion related to the
recoverability of lease receivables in connection with the intended sale in 2002
of the commercial real estate and asset-backed lending portfolio of Capital
Services. The 2000 operating profit of the Services segment includes a gain of
[EURO]2.3 billion resulting from the disposition of DaimlerChrysler's
controlling interest in T-Systems ITS, partially offset by charges of
[EURO]0.5 billion due to an impairment charge on the carrying values of leased
vehicles in the NAFTA and U.K. markets. Excluding these effects in 2001 and
2000, Services achieved an operating profit in 2001 of [EURO]0.6 billion, which
is on the prior year's level. The operations of the Services segment were
negatively influenced by the pressure on margins, loss reserves for the
receivables of the Commercial Vehicles portfolio and residual value losses of
Chrysler Group vehicles. These negative effects were offset by the use of
refinancing instruments offering more favorable conditions, benefits from
asset/liability management and savings which were realized due to cost reduction
measures initiated within the Services segment.
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OTHER ACTIVITIES
Revenues of the Other Activities segment originate mainly from the MTU Aero
Engines business unit. Operating results of this segment also include
DaimlerChrysler's share in the operating results of its equity method
investments in European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company EADS N.V. (EADS),
in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation and in TEMIC TELEFUNKEN microelectronic GmbH
(now known as Conti Temic microelectronic GmbH) and its subsidiaries (TEMIC).
The segment also contains DaimlerChrysler's real-estate activities, corporate
research and the Group's holding and finance companies.
The year-to-year comparability of revenues and operating profit of the Other
Activities segment is significantly affected by the transactions involving
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace, Adtranz and TEMIC described on page 40.
Revenues decreased by [EURO]6.1 billion from [EURO]10.6 billion to
[EURO]4.5 billion. The decrease was mainly due to the sale of Adtranz and the
disposition of the Group's controlling interest in TEMIC. Revenues of these
business units, which in 2001 amounted to a total of [EURO]1.4 billion, are
included in the segment's total revenues only through the date of completion of
the respective transaction. Similarly, the revenue figure for 2000 includes
[EURO]3.3 billion in revenues attributable to the former aerospace activities
for the first half of the year and revenues of [EURO]5.0 billion attributable to
Adtranz and TEMIC. Continuing revenues originate mainly from MTU Aero Engines,
which recorded an increase in revenues by 18% to [EURO]2.5 billion (2000:
[EURO]2.1 billion).
The [EURO]1.2 billion operating profit achieved by the Other Activities
segment in 2001 includes the Group's [EURO]0.9 billion share of the gain arising
at EADS in connection with the formation of Airbus SAS as well as gains of
[EURO]0.3 billion and [EURO]0.2 billion from the transactions involving Adtranz
and TEMIC, respectively. These gains were partially offset by the Group's
proportionate [EURO]0.4 billion share of Mitsubishi Motors' restructuring
charges. Operating profit for 2000 includes a gain of [EURO]3.3 billion as a
result of the exchange of the Group's controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler
Aerospace for a 33% interest in EADS and a gain of [EURO]0.1 billion from the
sale of the fixed installations activities of Adtranz.
2000 COMPARED WITH 1999
DAIMLERCHRYSLER GROUP
Group revenues in 2000 increased 8% from [EURO]150.0 billion to
[EURO]162.4 billion. This increase consisted of 12% revenue growth in the Group
excluding the IT Services business and the aerospace activities which were not
part of the transaction with EADS, offset by a revenue decline due to the
disposition of most of DaimlerChrysler's aerospace activities in July 2000 and
the disposition of DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest in T-Systems ITS in
October 2000. Revenues for the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment
increased 15% to [EURO]43.7 billion. Chrysler Group revenues rose 7% to
[EURO]68.4 billion as a result of the depreciation of the euro against the
dollar, absent which Chrysler Group revenues would have been 8% lower than in
the previous year. Revenues of Commercial Vehicles went up 8% to
[EURO]29.8 billion. Services' revenues improved 36% to [EURO]17.5 billion.
Revenues of the Other Activities segment in 2000 were [EURO]3.5 billion below
1999 principally because the year 2000 did not include any revenues from the
second half of the year from the aerospace activities disposed of in July 2000.
In 2000, cost of sales amounted to [EURO]134.4 billion, a 12% rise. Cost of
sales as a percentage of revenues increased to 83% in 2000 compared to 80% in
1999. This increase resulted from higher sales incentives for specific Chrysler
Group models which reduced revenues, an impairment charge on the carrying values
of leased vehicles in the Services segment and charges related to the smart
brand recorded in connection with the planned joint development of a new small
car platform with Mitsubishi Motors.
Selling expenses were [EURO]11.7 billion in 2000 compared to
[EURO]10.1 billion in 1999, a 16% increase. The increase was due to higher
marketing costs in connection with new product launches. Selling expenses as a
percentage of revenues were 7% in both 2000 and 1999. General administrative
expenses in 2000 rose 11% over 1999 to [EURO]5.9 billion.
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Research and development funded by the Group reached [EURO]6.3 billion in
2000 compared to [EURO]5.7 billion in 1999. In addition, the Group undertook
research and development projects for third party customers funded by such
parties (mainly the German government and ESA) in the amount of
[EURO]1.1 billion in 2000 (1999: [EURO]1.8 billion). Research and development
for third party customers decreased as a result of the disposition of most of
DaimlerChrysler's aerospace activities.
In 2000, DaimlerChrysler's operating profit was [EURO]9.8 billion compared
to [EURO]11.0 billion in the previous year, a decrease of 11%. The operating
profit of 2000 includes gains of [EURO]3.3 billion from the exchange of the
Group's controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a 33% interest in
EADS, [EURO]2.3 billion from the disposition of the Group's controlling interest
in T-Systems ITS, and gains of [EURO]0.2 billion from the sale of the fixed
installations activities of Adtranz and the dilution of DaimlerChrysler's equity
interest in Ballard Power Systems, a Canadian company focusing on fuel cell
technology. Group operating profit in 2000 was reduced by a write-down of
[EURO]0.5 billion on the carrying values of leased vehicles and charges of
[EURO]0.5 billion related to the smart brand in connection with the planned
joint development of a new small car platform with Mitsubishi Motors. In
addition, DaimlerChrysler recorded a charge in 2000 relating to the adoption of
the European Union's directive for end-of-life-vehicles ([EURO]0.3 billion). The
1999 operating profit includes gains from the sales of most of DaimlerChrysler's
investment in the telecommunications company debitel amounting to
[EURO]1.1 billion, partially offset by charges for restructuring measures at
Adtranz and other one-time items.
After adjustment for one-time items included in operating profit in both
2000 ([EURO]4.5 billion) and 1999 ([EURO]0.7 billion), operating profit
decreased from [EURO]10.3 billion in 1999 to [EURO]5.2 billion. This decline was
mainly attributable to lower contributions from the Chrysler Group and Services,
resulting primarily from the intense competition in the North American
automotive market. The business segment contributions to Group operating profit
are shown in the table on page 40. One-time items and business developments are
described in more detail in the discussion of the segment contributions below.
One-time items are defined by management as significant transactions that are
not part of ongoing operations or are expected to be nonrecurring.
Financial income (net) decreased from [EURO]0.3 billion in 1999 to
[EURO]0.2 billion in 2000. Financial income (net) in 2000 includes losses of
[EURO]0.2 billion from the Group's equity investments in EADS and Mitsubishi
Motors. Financial income (net) was also negatively affected by increased
interest expenses resulting from higher borrowings. Principally as a result of
DaimlerChrysler's adoption of SFAS 133, financial income (net) in 2000 was not
burdened by losses on derivative financial instruments to the same extent it was
in 1999.
Income tax expense decreased from [EURO]4.5 billion in 1999 to
[EURO]2.0 billion in 2000. The decrease in income tax expense was principally
the result of lower pre-tax income in 2000. Income tax expense was also affected
by changes in German tax laws in 2000 and 1999. In 2000, the German corporate
income tax rate was reduced from 40% to 25%. This reduction triggered a current
revaluation of the Group's net deferred tax assets in Germany. The other
significant change in 2000 is the future exemption from taxation for certain
gains from the sale of investments. The changes in 2000 resulted in a net income
tax charge of [EURO]0.3 billion. In 1999, the German corporate income tax rate
was reduced from 45% to 40% and the tax base was broadened, resulting in a net
income tax charge of [EURO]0.8 billion. Excluding the effects of the changes in
German tax laws in both years, the Group's effective tax rate increased slightly
from 38.5% in 1999 to 38.8% in 2000.
Group net income increased from [EURO]5.7 billion in 1999 to
[EURO]7.9 billion in 2000. Net income includes net gains on dispositions of
[EURO]5.5 billion (1999: [EURO]0.6 billion) which have been classified as
extraordinary and are described above. Net income also contains a net expense of
[EURO]87 million from cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles for
derivative financial instruments (SFAS 133) and retained interests in sold
receivables (EITF 99-20). Net income before extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles decreased by [EURO]2.6 billion to
[EURO]2.5 billion. Basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share (before
extraordinary items and cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles)
were [EURO]2.46 and [EURO]2.45 in 2000, compared to [EURO]5.09 and [EURO]5.06 in
1999, respectively. After extraordinary items and cumulative effects of changes
in accounting principles, basic and diluted earnings per ordinary share were
[EURO]7.87 and [EURO]7.80 in 2000, higher than in 1999 when they reached
[EURO]5.73 and [EURO]5.69, respectively.
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MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART
Revenues of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment rose
[EURO]5.6 billion or 15% to [EURO]43.7 billion, resulting mainly from the strong
performance of the M-Class and the S-Class and the successful introduction of
the new C-Class in the European market. In 2000, total unit sales rose 7% to a
record level of 1,154,900. At [EURO]15.7 billion, revenues in Germany were 8%
higher than in 1999 and unit sales rose 6% in an overall declining German
market. Germany continues to be the most important market for Mercedes-Benz
Passenger Cars & smart with unit sales of 440,000 in 2000 representing 38% of
the segment's worldwide unit sales (1999: 39%).
In the other Western European countries, revenues of Mercedes-Benz Passenger
Cars & smart rose 14% to [EURO]10.7 billion while unit sales were 7% higher
reaching 347,800 units. These increases were primarily due to significantly
higher demand for passenger cars in France, Italy, Spain and Belgium. In the
United States, revenues increased by [EURO]1.8 billion or 21% to
[EURO]10.3 billion and unit sales rose 4% to 205,700 units, setting a unit sales
record for the fifth consecutive year in this market. The revenue increase in
the United States was mainly due to the appreciation of the dollar against the
euro and continued strong demand for higher priced S-Class and M-Class vehicles.
At [EURO]2.2 billion, revenues in Japan were up 10% despite a 13% decrease in
unit sales, mainly due to a favorable change in product mix and the depreciation
of the euro against the Japanese yen. In Asia (excluding Japan), revenues jumped
51% to [EURO]1.7 billion while unit sales climbed from 25,500 to 41,100.
In 2000, Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart had an operating profit of
[EURO]2.1 billion (1999: [EURO]2.7 billion). The segment's operating profit
decreased as a result of a [EURO]0.3 billion charge relating to the
end-of-life-vehicle directive adopted by the European Union and charges of
[EURO]0.5 billion related to the smart brand in connection with the planned
joint development of a new small car platform with Mitsubishi Motors. Based, in
part, on DaimlerChrysler's recent investment in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
and the corresponding strategic alliance, in the fourth quarter of 2000
management conducted a strategic review of the smart brand, including a review
of the Group's small car platform, and concluded that it was necessary to revise
the current operating plan of the smart brand, including restructuring of
supplier contracts. As a result, the carrying values of the brand's long-lived
assets were determined to be impaired. Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart
recorded an impairment charge of [EURO]281 million to write off the carrying
values of the manufacturing facility, equipment, tooling and related goodwill
for the smart brand. In addition, it recorded charges of [EURO]255 million
related to fixed cost reimbursement agreements with smart suppliers. If the
smart brand continues to experience low sales volumes from competition within
the small car industry, management expects operating results to continue to be
negatively affected. The charges relating to the smart brand and the adoption of
the European Union's directive for end-of-life-vehicles were partially offset by
a gain of [EURO]0.1 billion relating to the reduction of DaimlerChrysler's
equity interest in Ballard Power Systems. Adjusted for all these one-time items,
operating profit in 2000 improved by 6% to [EURO]2.9 billion.
CHRYSLER GROUP
The Chrysler Group achieved revenues of [EURO]68.4 billion compared with
revenues of [EURO]64.1 billion for 1999. This increase in revenues is the result
of the appreciation of the dollar against the euro and, to a lesser extent,
higher vehicle pricing, partially offset by a decrease in unit sales and higher
sales incentives. Measured in dollars, the currency in which a significant
portion of the Chrysler Group's sales are earned, revenues declined by 8%.
In 2000, the Chrysler Group sold 3.05 million units, 6% lower than the year
before. Worldwide factory unit sales decreased in part as a result of intense
competition in the U.S. market, particularly in the minivan, sport utility and
pick-up segments. Model changeovers and launches of certain new vehicles also
contributed to the decrease in volume. Strong sales of the PT Cruiser (141,200
units) which was introduced in 2000 helped to offset the decrease in volume. In
the NAFTA region, total sales decreased 6% to 2,858,500 units. Unit sales
outside the NAFTA region rose to 186,700 in 2000, an increase of 9,400 units or
5%.
The Chrysler Group's operating profit declined to [EURO]0.5 billion in 2000
compared with [EURO]5.1 billion in 1999. This decrease resulted primarily from
increased sales incentives due to the highly competitive U.S. and Canadian
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markets, lower unit sales and an unfavorable change in product mix, and, to a
lesser degree, increased fixed costs related to newly introduced products. The
operating profit decrease was partially offset by a reduction in profit-based
compensation costs and higher vehicle pricing.
Revenues and operating profit of the Chrysler Group are derived principally
from the U.S. and Canadian automotive markets. Retail industry sales (including
fleet sales) of new cars and trucks in the U.S. and Canada were 19.4 million
units in 2000, compared with 19.0 million units in 1999, an increase of 2%.
The U.S. and combined U.S. and Canada retail sales and market share data for
the Chrysler Group in 2000 and 1999 are set forth below:
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YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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INCREASE/
2000 1999 (DECREASE)
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U.S. RETAIL MARKET(1)
Car sales................................................... 649,373 745,275 (95,902)
Car market share............................................ 7.3% 8.6% (1.3%)
Truck sales (including minivans)............................ 1,873,322 1,893,286 (19,964)
Truck market share.......................................... 20.9% 21.7% (0.8%)
Combined car and truck sales................................ 2,522,695 2,638,561 (115,866)
Combined car and truck market share......................... 14.2% 15.2% (1.0%)
U.S. AND CANADA RETAIL MARKET(1)
Combined car and truck sales................................ 2,791,483 2,903,378 (111,895)
Combined car and truck market share......................... 14.4% 15.3% (0.9%)
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(1) All retail sales and market share data include fleet sales.
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Retail sales of cars for the Chrysler Group in the U.S. market for 2000
decreased 13% compared to 1999, while retail sales for the Chrysler Group in the
U.S. truck market for 2000 decreased 1% compared to 1999. The decrease in retail
sales and related market share of cars and trucks is a result of increased
competition.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES
Revenues of the Commercial Vehicles segment rose 8% to [EURO]29.8 billion,
but unit sales of 549,000 were 1% lower than 1999. The change in total unit
sales from 1999 to 2000 consisted of a 10% increase in unit sales of vans
(249,300 units) and buses (49,200 units) offset by a 12% decrease in unit sales
of trucks (250,500 units). In 2000, revenues in Germany were 4% higher at
[EURO]7.6 billion while unit sales decreased 1% to 113,100 vehicles. In the
other Western European countries, revenues were up 11% reaching
[EURO]7.0 billion while unit sales rose 5% to 168,400 units in 2000. This
increase resulted primarily from the success of Mercedes-Benz vans, especially
in France, Spain and Switzerland. In Western Europe (including Germany),
Commercial Vehicles maintained market leadership in the category of vans between
2t and 6t GVW with a market share of 19%. In the category of trucks over 6t GVW,
Commercial Vehicles maintained its position as the market leader in Germany with
a market share of 43% compared to 47% in the previous year. Its market share for
trucks above 6t GVW in Western Europe (excluding Germany) remained at 16%. With
a combined Western European market share of 26% in 2000 (1999: 25%), the
Mercedes-Benz and Setra bus brands improved their position in the Western
European market.
Due to the appreciation of the dollar against the euro, revenues of the
Commercial Vehicles segment in the NAFTA region decreased only 1% to
[EURO]10.3 billion in 2000, while unit sales fell 20% to 153,700 units. Revenues
were [EURO]8.8 billion in the United States and [EURO]0.8 billion in Canada, a
decrease of 4% and 8%, respectively. Unit sales decreased 23% in both the United
States and Canada, primarily as a result of weakening economic conditions which
caused lower demand for trucks in the Class 8 heavy duty segment. In Mexico,
revenues jumped 86% to
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[EURO]0.7 billion and unit sales increased 44%. Benefiting from a strong
Brazilian market, Commercial Vehicles was able to sell 50,700 units in South
America, a 14% increase over 1999. Revenues in South America rose 24% to
[EURO]1.7 billion.
In 2000, Commercial Vehicles contributed an operating profit of
[EURO]1.2 billion which was slightly better than 1999. The improvement was
primarily a result of overall favorable market conditions in Western Europe,
Turkey, Mexico and Brazil, partially offset by difficult market conditions in
the United States and Canada, especially in the Class 8 heavy duty truck
segment.
SERVICES
The year-to-year comparability of revenues and operating profit for the
Services segment is significantly affected by the transaction involving
T-Systems ITS described on page 40.
In 2000, Services had revenues of [EURO]17.5 billion, a 36% improvement over
1999 ([EURO]12.9 billion). Revenues of Financial Services went up 51% to
[EURO]15.1 billion, contributing 86% of Services' total revenues in 2000
compared with 77% in the prior year. Financial Services processed new leasing
and finance contracts in 2000 with a total value of [EURO]56.8 billion, an
increase of 12% in new contract value compared to 1999. In 2000, Financial
Services managed a portfolio of finance receivables of [EURO]126.3 billion, a
27% increase over the 1999 portfolio of [EURO]99.2 billion. Revenues of IT
Services decreased to [EURO]2.4 billion from [EURO]2.9 billion in the prior
year. As a result of the disposition of DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest
in T-Systems ITS, revenues for 2000 only include the IT activities prior to
October 2000.
In 2000, Services' activities in the NAFTA region contributed
[EURO]10.6 billion or 61% of total revenues, a 67% increase over 1999. Services'
revenues generated in Germany were [EURO]4.1 billion or 24% of total revenues,
compared with [EURO]4.2 billion or 32% of total revenues in 1999. Revenues
originated in the European Union (excluding Germany) amounted to
[EURO]1.9 billion or 11% of total revenues.
Operating profit in the Services segment increased to [EURO]2.5 billion from
[EURO]2.0 billion in 1999. The 2000 operating profit of the Services segment
includes a gain of [EURO]2.3 billion resulting from the disposition of
DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest in T-Systems ITS, partially offset by
charges of [EURO]0.5 billion due to an impairment charge on the carrying values
of leased vehicles in the NAFTA and U.K. markets. Services' operating profit in
1999 included gains on the sale of debitel shares of [EURO]1.1 billion, offset
by charges of [EURO]0.1 billion relating to prior period securitization
transactions. Excluding these one-time effects in 2000 and 1999, Services'
operating profit declined to [EURO]0.6 billion from [EURO]1.0 billion in the
previous year. The decrease resulted principally from lower margins in Services'
operations in the NAFTA market due to declining residual values for leased
automobiles, higher costs of capital and more intense competition.
If resale prices of used vehicles continue to decline in the NAFTA and U.K.
markets, which declines in 2000 required Services to re-evaluate the
recoverability of the carrying values of its leased vehicles and resulted in the
impairment charge of [EURO]0.5 billion, management expects further negative
effects on future operating profit of the Services segment. To the extent that
sales incentives remain an integral part of sales promotion with the effect of
reducing new car prices, resale prices of used vehicles and, correspondingly,
the carrying value of Services' leased vehicles could experience further
downward pressure.
OTHER ACTIVITIES
The year-to-year comparability of revenues and operating profit for the
Other Activities segment is significantly affected by the transaction involving
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace described on page 40.
In 2000, revenues of this segment decreased 25% to [EURO]10.6 billion. The
decrease results from the disposition by DaimlerChrysler of most of its
aerospace activities in July 2000. Accordingly, revenues derived from these
activities were included in DaimlerChrysler's consolidated results only for the
first half of 2000. Revenues of MTU
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Aero Engines grew 21% to [EURO]2.1 billion in 2000, mainly due to stronger
demand for engines and commercial aircraft maintenance. Adtranz and TEMIC could
also increase their sales by 9% to [EURO]3.9 billion and 20% to
[EURO]1.1 billion, respectively.
In 2000, the segment achieved an operating profit of [EURO]3.6 billion
(1999: [EURO]0.2 billion). The increase in operating profit is primarily a
result of the gain of [EURO]3.3 billion from the exchange of the Group's
controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for a 33% interest in EADS.
The operating activities of all of DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for the first six
months and of MTU Aero Engines and EADS for the last six months contributed
[EURO]0.5 billion to the operating profit of 2000. These gains were partially
offset by the Group's share of losses from its equity investment in Mitsubishi
Motors.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
In 2001, 2000 and 1999, DaimlerChrysler utilized funds from operations,
external borrowings and sales of finance receivables as asset-backed securities
through securitizations to manage its liquidity. DaimlerChrysler used these
sources of liquidity primarily to finance capital expenditures and its lease and
sales financing business, which typically is financed with a high proportion of
debt.
The Group's cash and cash equivalents as of December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999
amounted to [EURO]11.4 billion, [EURO]7.1 billion and [EURO]9.1 billion. Cash
and cash equivalents are primarily held in U.S. dollars (69%) and euros (25%).
Cash differs from the liquidity of the Group which also includes securities.
Liquidity was [EURO]14.5 billion at December 31, 2001 compared to
[EURO]12.5 billion at the end of 2000 and [EURO]18.2 billion at the end of 1999.
It is primarily held in U.S. dollars (57%) and euros (36%). As a percentage of
total assets, liquidity was 7.0% at December 31, 2001 compared to 6.3% at the
end of 2000. See Note 19 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Cash provided by operating activities remained substantially unchanged in
2001 at [EURO]15.9 billion (2000: [EURO]16.0 billion;
1999: [EURO]18.0 billion). Cash provided by Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart
was primarily offset by cash used by the Chrysler Group. Operating cash flows of
the Chrysler Group were in particular negatively affected by vehicle sales
incentives which directly reduce net revenues received. The ability of
DaimlerChrysler to maintain or increase the level of cash generation from
operations in the future will depend heavily on efforts to increase demand for
its products in the worldwide markets and to implement successfully cost
reduction measures in connection with the turnaround plans at Chrysler Group and
Freightliner.
Another source of cash was provided by the Group's financing activities. Net
cash provided by DaimlerChrysler's financial liabilities, including commercial
paper borrowings, decreased to [EURO]3.8 billion in 2001 compared to
[EURO]16.9 billion in 2000 and [EURO]18.1 billion in 1999. This decrease
resulted from a reduced growth of the lease and sales financing business, which
typically is financed with a high proportion of debt. Group financial
liabilities were [EURO]90.9 billion at December 31, 2001 (2000:
[EURO]84.8 billion), of which [EURO]33.9 billion were due within one year
(2000: [EURO]35.8 billion). The 2001 increase in financial liabilities primarily
resulted from changes in exchange rates, especially a depreciation of the euro
against the U.S. dollar. The extent to which DaimlerChrysler is able to use
external financing as a means of growing the industrial and financial services
businesses will depend in large part on its credit ratings, which are discussed
in more detail below.
DaimlerChrysler uses a variety of short- and long-term financial
instruments, principally notes/bonds (2001: [EURO]65.4 billion;
2000: [EURO]48.9 billion), commercial paper (2001: [EURO]7.5 billion; 2000:
[EURO]19.9 billion) and borrowings from financial institutions
(2001: [EURO]15.4 billion; 2000: [EURO]13.1 billion). At year-end 2001,
financial liabilities were primarily in U.S. dollars (68%), euros and euro zone
currencies (17%) and Japanese yen (5%). In general, borrowings by
DaimlerChrysler subsidiaries are in the functional currency of those
subsidiaries. The aggregate borrowing rate of DaimlerChrysler's outstanding
indebtedness was 5.9% for 2001. Approximately 47% of the Group's financial
liabilities was at fixed rates. Total Group debt was 43.8% of total
stockholders' equity and liabilities in 2001 compared to 42.5% in 2000. See
Note 24 for the amounts, maturities and interest rates of the financial
liabilities.
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Financial liabilities of the Group's financial services entities on a
stand-alone basis were [EURO]75.2 billion in 2001 and [EURO]75.3 billion in
2000, which include financial liabilities to other members of the Group. These
intercompany amounts are eliminated upon consolidation into the Group financial
statements. Financial liabilities of the financial services entities closely
corresponded to the assets being financed (equipment on operating leases and
receivables from financial services) which aggregated [EURO]82.5 billion in 2001
and [EURO]79.3 billion in 2000. Sales of receivables are a significant source of
funding for the Group, principally in the United States. Net proceeds from the
sales of financial receivables were [EURO]76.7 billion in 2001 compared to
[EURO]63.6 billion in 2000 and [EURO]51.8 billion in 1999.
Net cash used for investing activities in 2001 decreased to
[EURO]13.3 billion compared to [EURO]32.7 billion in 2000 (1999:
[EURO]32.1 billion). In 2001, cash used for the Group's lease and sales
financing activities, net of disposals and repayments decreased to
[EURO]7.9 billion (2000: [EURO]19.4 billion; 1999: [EURO]21.1 billion). Cash
used for the purchase of fixed assets, principally property, plant and equipment
was [EURO]8.9 billion (2000: [EURO]10.4 billion; 1999: [EURO]9.5 billion). Cash
provided by disposals of businesses, net of acquisitions, amounted to
[EURO]0.9 billion in 2001 and [EURO]47 million in 1999. In 2000, cash used in
the acquisitions of businesses and strategic equity investments, net of
disposals, amounted to [EURO]4.6 billion. In 2001, net cash was primarily
provided by the sale of Adtranz and the disposition of a 60% interest in TEMIC.
In 2000, net cash was used principally for the acquisitions of Western Star
Trucks, Detroit Diesel and a 34% interest in Mitsubishi Motors. See also Note 4
to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
At December 31, 2001 and 2000, the Group had credit lines (short- and
long-term) available of [EURO]41.5 billion and [EURO]40.9 billion, respectively,
of which [EURO]26.1 billion and [EURO]28.0 billion were unused as of such dates.
In 2001, the weighted average interest rate payable under DaimlerChrysler's
lines of credit was 5.4%. The credit lines include an $18 billion revolving
credit facility with a syndicate of international banks. This credit agreement
is comprised of a multi-currency revolving credit facility which allows
DaimlerChrysler AG and several subsidiaries to borrow up to $5 billion until
2006, a U.S. dollar revolving credit facility which allows DaimlerChrysler North
America Holding Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler AG, to
borrow up to $6 billion until 2004, and a multi-currency revolving credit
facility for working capital purposes which allows DaimlerChrysler AG and
several subsidiaries to borrow up to $7 billion until 2003. A part of the
$18 billion facility serves as a back-up for commercial paper drawings.
The Group can also rely on commercial paper programs denominated in U.S.
dollars, Canadian dollars and Australian dollars and on a multi-currency
commercial paper program. In the United States, DaimlerChrysler North America
Holding Corporation has a $30.2 billion debt securities shelf registration filed
with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, of which $24.5 billion
remained unused as of February 14, 2002.
On February 26, 2001, Moody's Investors Service lowered its ratings for
senior unsecured long-term debt issued or guaranteed by DaimlerChrysler AG from
A2 to A3 and announced that the current outlook in respect of such ratings is
stable. Concurrently, Standard & Poor's Ratings Services lowered its ratings for
senior unsecured long-term debt issued or guaranteed by DaimlerChrysler AG from
A to A- and announced that the current outlook in respect of such ratings is
negative. In addition, Moody's Investors Service lowered its ratings for
commercial paper issued by DaimlerChrysler AG and its subsidiaries from Prime-1
to Prime-2 and Standard & Poor's Ratings Services lowered its corresponding
rating from A-1 to A-2. On September 19, 2001, Moody's Investors Service revised
its outlook in respect of the long-term debt ratings of DaimlerChrysler AG to
negative from stable and stated that there is a possibility that DaimlerChrysler
AG could be placed on review for possible downgrade. On October 31, 2001,
Standard & Poor's Ratings Services lowered its ratings for senior unsecured
long-term debt issued or guaranteed by DaimlerChrysler AG from A- to BBB+ and
announced that the current outlook in respect of such ratings remains negative.
The downgrades described above resulted primarily from the decline in operating
results at Chrysler Group and Freightliner, increased competitive pressure and
lower expectations for vehicle unit sales in North America. Additional
downgrades by the ratings agencies would increase further DaimlerChrysler's cost
of capital and could negatively affect its businesses, particularly the lease
and sales financing business which is typically financed with a high proportion
of debt.
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Another potential source of funding available to the Group is the issuance
of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares and bonds convertible into DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares. The Board of Management is authorized, subject to the prior
approval of the Supervisory Board, to issue new ordinary shares for cash up to
an aggregate nominal amount of [EURO]256 million by April 30, 2003.
Additionally, the Board of Management is authorized to issue convertible bonds
and notes with appertaining warrants in a nominal volume of up to
[EURO]15 billion and with a term of up to 20 years by April 18, 2005. The
convertible bonds and notes with appertaining warrants may grant to the holders
or creditors option or conversion rights for new shares in DaimlerChrysler in a
nominal amount not to exceed [EURO]300 million of capital stock.
DaimlerChrysler's policy is to maintain a high degree of flexibility in its
funding and investment process by using a broad variety of financial
instruments. Depending on its cash needs and market conditions, the Group issues
bonds, notes and commercial papers in various currencies and is therefore
exposed to changes in interest rates and foreign exchange rates. These types of
market risks are hedged with interest rate swaps or cross-currency interest rate
swaps. In addition, DaimlerChrysler uses credit facilities in its day-to-day
financial management. The Group also holds money market investments and
variable-rate or fixed-rate securities as part of its liquidity management.
These instruments subject DaimlerChrysler to market risks which are typically
hedged with interest rate swaps, forward rate agreements, caps, floors, futures
and options.
As a consequence of the global nature of DaimlerChrysler's businesses, its
operations and cash flows are exposed to risks associated with fluctuations of
foreign exchange rates. The principal derivative financial instruments employed
by the Group to hedge foreign currency exposures are forward foreign exchange
contracts and currency options.
In accordance with the guidelines established by the Bank for International
Settlements, DaimlerChrysler's Corporate Treasury is separated organizationally,
physically and in its technical systems from the administrative functions of
settlement, financial accounting and controlling. See also "Item 11.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk."
Except for qualified special purposes entities which are utilized in
asset-backed securitization transactions, DaimlerChrysler has not entered into
any significant transactions, arrangements or other relationships with
unconsolidated, limited purpose entities. The Group sells significant amounts of
finance receivables as asset-backed securities through securitization to
accelerate the receipt of cash related to those receivables. In a
securitization, the Group sells a portfolio of receivables to a
non-consolidated, special purpose entity and remains as servicer, and is paid a
servicing fee. In a subordinated capacity, the Group retains residual cash
flows, a beneficial interest in principal balances of sold receivables and
certain cash deposits provided as credit enhancements for investors. The
recoverability of DaimlerChrysler's retained interests in the sold receivables
is heavily dependent upon the credit losses, prepayment speed and average
interest rate within the sold portfolio.
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The following represent the contractual obligations and commercial
commitments of DaimlerChrysler as of December 31, 2001:
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PAYMENTS DUE BY PERIOD
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LESS THAN
TOTAL 1 YEAR 1 TO 5 YEARS AFTER 5 YEARS
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([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Contractual obligations
Financial liabilities (nominal amounts)........... 90,110 33,900 42,595 13,615
Operating leases.................................. 2,828 603 1,412 813
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<Caption>
TOTAL AMOUNTS
COMMITTED
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([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Commercial commitments
Guarantees................................................ 3,669
Notes payable............................................. 32
Contractual guarantees.................................... 408
Pledges of indebtedness of others......................... 430
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In recent years, DaimlerChrysler's sources of liquidity have primarily been
provided by operations, funds from capital markets and sales of finance
receivables. Management of DaimlerChrysler believes the funding available to it
from these and other sources will be sufficient to satisfy its working capital
and debt service requirements for the foreseeable future. Management also
believes that the Group's liquidity and capital resources give it adequate
flexibility to accelerate or decelerate the pace of planned capital spending
programs as appropriate to address shorter term business conditions. The Group's
capital requirements are primarily dependent on management's business plans
regarding the levels and timing of capital expenditures and investments. Subject
to developments affecting the Group which cannot be predicted or controlled,
management currently intends to reduce slightly the Group's capital expenditures
in 2002 compared to 2001.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
Innovation in products and production systems and shortening lead times in
research and development are essential for the DaimlerChrysler Group to be
competitive in its principal markets and to secure technological leadership.
The Research & Technology department of DaimlerChrysler maintains an
"Integrated Innovations and Technology Management" process as a systematic and
comprehensive approach for formulating a joint technology strategy together with
the Group's business units. The mission of the Research & Technology department
is to function as a hub for new technologies and concepts in order to support
and secure the Group's leading technological position. The Research & Technology
department works closely with the business units on projects commissioned by the
specific units. Also, a number of research projects funded on the corporate
level address the need for long-term research with a Group-wide scope.
DaimlerChrysler Group conducts its research projects through 16 laboratories
organized within three primary research areas: Body and Powertrain, Electronics
and Mechatronics, and Information and Communication. Body and Powertrain
comprises research laboratories in the area of combustion engines and
powertrain, alternative energy and drive systems, body and
human-machine-interface, surface and functional materials, structural materials,
and manufacturing technology. Electronics and Mechatronics includes research
laboratories in the area of acoustics and climate comfort, vehicle sensing and
communication, mechatronic systems, electrics/ electronics architecture and
integration, and automotive microsystems. Information and Communication research
laboratories focus on autonomous systems and pattern understanding, information
technology for engineering, software technology, telematics and e-business, and
society and technology.
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The main objectives in the development of drive systems continue to be
increased fuel efficiency and reduced emissions. In order to achieve these
goals, DaimlerChrysler research is simultaneously working on further improving
combustion engines, determining the optimal configuration of hybrid drive
systems and preparing fuel cell technology for market launch. Research focuses
specifically on new combustion methods, improved recharging technology and
innovative exhaust gas treatment systems. DaimlerChrysler expects that it will
be increasingly important to incorporate so-called smart technology in systems
that manage the charging of batteries, fuel combustion or the treatment of
exhaust gases. See also "Government Regulation and Environmental Matters."
In 2000, DaimlerChrysler developed fuel cell concept vehicles based on the
Mercedes-Benz A-Class and the Jeep-Registered Trademark- Commander 2 concept
car, both operating on methanol converted into hydrogen by an onboard reformer.
It intends to introduce its first commercial fuel cell car in 2004. In 2001,
DaimlerChrysler developed a fuel cell powered concept vehicle based on the
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter van, which is currently being tested under everyday
conditions. DaimlerChrysler is also developing fuel cell buses and plans to
deliver its first commercial fuel cell bus in late 2002.
DaimlerChrysler is a partner in the "California Fuel Cell Partnership,"
together with other automotive manufacturers, suppliers, oil companies and U.S.
governmental organizations. This project is a collaborative effort to test fuel
cell vehicles, gain experience in infrastructure topics, raise public perception
for the new technology and investigate the path for commercialization.
DaimlerChrysler, Ford Motor Company and Ballard Power Systems Inc. also formed
an alliance to develop fuel cell technology for automotive applications. Ballard
is conducting the development and is expected to become DaimlerChrysler's and
Ford's supplier of fuel cell systems for motor vehicles. DaimlerChrysler holds
an equity interest in Ballard.
DaimlerChrysler's corporate research department is currently researching and
testing hybrid drive concepts aimed at reducing fuel consumption and emissions
without diminishing driving pleasure, comfort or the vehicle's utility value. In
2001, DaimlerChrysler presented a hybrid drive system for the smart called
"smart hyper." The "hyper" (HYbrid and PERformance) system combines a diesel
engine with an electric motor and reduces fuel consumption and emissions
significantly.
Through cooperations with world-renowned research institutes and exchange
programs for scientists and employees, DaimlerChrysler actively participates in
the international exchange of new ideas and concepts. DaimlerChrysler maintains
a research and technology center in Palo Alto, California, a vehicle systems
technology center in Portland, Oregon, a research center for information and
communication technology in Bangalore, India, and a joint venture with the
Shanghai Institute of Metallurgy in Shanghai, China. DaimlerChrysler has
established internal research audit procedures to ensure the quality, efficiency
and effectiveness of its research programs.
In 2001, the DaimlerChrysler Group spent a total of [EURO]6.0 billion on
research and development (2000: [EURO]7.4 billion; 1999: [EURO]7.6 billion). The
decrease is primarily due to the sale of Adtranz and the disposition of
DaimlerChrysler's controlling interest in TEMIC in 2001 and the disposition of
all of the aerospace activities except for the aero engines business in
July 2000. Research and development costs (including costs reimbursed by third
parties) as a percentage of revenues was 3.9% in 2001. Research and development
performed for and funded by third parties, which were in prior years primarily
related to the aerospace activities, accounted for [EURO]0.1 billion (2000:
[EURO]1.1 billion; 1999: [EURO]1.8 billion). Approximately 28,100 people are
employed worldwide in the research, development and testing sectors of
DaimlerChrysler.
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The following table shows the research and development expenditures funded
by the Group and expenditures funded by third parties, in prior years
principally the German government and the European Space Agency:
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<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001(1) 2000(2) 1999
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([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Research and development
Group funded projects..................................... 5,933 6,337 5,737
Third party projects...................................... 75 1,058 1,838
----- ----- -----
Total................................................... 6,008 7,395 7,575
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(1) As a result of DaimlerChrysler's disposition of a controlling interest in
the TEMIC automotive electronics activities in April 2001, research and
development expenditures relating to these activities are only included
through March 31, 2001. Research and development expenditures relating to
DaimlerChrysler's rail systems activities are only included through
April 30, 2001, since control over the operations was transferred to
Bombardier Inc. effective May 1, 2001. See "Description of Business Segments
-- Other Activities" in "Item 4. Information on the Company."
(2) Research and development expenditures relating to the aerospace activities
disposed of in July 2000 are only included for the first half of 2000. See
"Description of Business Segments -- Other Activities" in "Item 4.
Information on the Company."
OUTLOOK
ECONOMIC AND MARKET CONDITIONS
Difficult worldwide economic conditions, which further deteriorated
following the terrorist attacks on the United States, caused DaimlerChrysler to
reexamine and adjust its assumptions for the development of global economic
activity, particularly for the year 2002. It now expects that the economic
upturn originally forecast for the end of 2001 will likely not begin before the
second half of 2002. DaimlerChrysler anticipates global economic growth of 1.4%
in 2002, 3.4% in 2003 and 3.2% in 2004. The economies of the United States and
Western Europe should return to a path of stable growth in the planning period
2002-2004, while the Japanese economy may only begin to emerge from recession.
In the emerging economies of Asia, in South America and in Eastern Europe,
DaimlerChrysler does not expect above-average growth before 2003.
In light of this macroeconomic outlook DaimlerChrysler has also revised its
projections for the automotive markets. In the year 2002 it now expects a
significant decline in demand for passenger cars and light trucks in North
America, and a moderate slow-down in Western Europe and Japan. Demand in Western
Europe for trucks over 6t GVW is likely to be measurably lower than last year,
while the market decline in the United States will likely continue. The
worldwide economic recovery expected to begin in the second half of 2002 should
have positive effects on the automotive markets, with sales increasing in 2003
and 2004. However, generally difficult market conditions, shorter product
lifecycles and high production capacities are likely to intensify competition
and increase the pressure to cut costs in all market segments, which in turn
should accelerate consolidation in the automotive industry.
REVENUES
Based on current vehicle order activity and general market expectations,
DaimlerChrysler expects a revenue decline to approximately [EURO]142 billion in
2002, mainly as a result of unfavorable market prospects, which will
particularly affect Chrysler Group and Commercial Vehicles, but also due to
changes in the consolidated Group and projected exchange rate effects. Improved
market conditions and, in particular, the introduction of attractive new
vehicles should help increase revenues to [EURO]156 billion by 2004. This figure
assumes a moderate appreciation of the euro against the U.S. dollar, the British
pound and the Japanese yen. The most significant growth in revenues is likely to
occur in Asia, South America and Eastern Europe.
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BUSINESS SEGMENTS
FURTHER GROWTH AT MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART. Mercedes-Benz
Passenger Cars & smart plans to expand its product range in the coming years and
enter new market segments in order to provide continued growth throughout the
planning period. New products in 2002 will include the new E-Class sedan and the
CLK coupe. At the end of 2002, DaimlerChrysler expects to introduce a luxury
sedan under the Maybach brand. DaimlerChrysler also plans to expand the smart
model range with a roadster in 2003 and a four-seater model in 2004.
CHRYSLER GROUP: RETURN TO PROFITABILITY. In the face of a recession in its
principal market that resulted in weaker market conditions, Chrysler Group
adjusted the assumptions for 2002 underlying its turnaround plan. In particular,
it revised volume expectations for the U.S. market from 16 million passenger
cars and light trucks to approximately 15 million vehicles. In order to achieve
break-even operating results in 2002, Chrysler Group is intensifying and
accelerating some of the elements of its turnaround plan. New, innovative
models, such as the Chrysler Crossfire and the Chrysler Pacifica, and
replacement models of the Dodge Viper and the Dodge Durango should improve
Chrysler Group's competitive position in an extremely difficult market
environment. Closer cooperation within the DaimlerChrysler Group and with
Mitsubishi Motors should also help improve the cost position and margins of
Chrysler Group as well as its innovative potential.
CONSOLIDATION IN THE COMMERCIAL VEHICLES BUSINESS. In 2002, Commercial
Vehicles expects to adjust its production capacities and cost structures further
in anticipation of a worldwide decrease in demand. It will also be a top
priority to implement further the Freightliner turnaround plan. In order to
strengthen its position as global market leader, Commercial Vehicles plans to
present six new or revised vehicles in 2002, including the successor model to
the Freightliner Business Class, a new Setra double-decker luxury bus, and
revised versions of the successful Mercedes-Benz Actros and Sprinter models. It
also plans to introduce new products in the components area, particularly a new
engine with turbobrake. Commercial Vehicles intends to achieve additional cost
savings and to enter new markets, particularly in Asia, through its cooperations
with Mitsubishi Motors and Hyundai.
CONTINUED SPECIALIZATION AT SERVICES. Services plans to continue its
strategy of focusing on automotive financial services, and expects to improve
further its processes and structures in order to secure a sustained increase in
profitability. At the same time, it intends to focus its product range more
closely on the customers of the Group's various vehicle brands. As part of this
strategy, DaimlerChrysler Bank in Germany expects to offer deposit and savings
facilities, investment funds and customer credit cards beginning in mid-2002. In
addition, Services intends to extend its activities in the areas of automotive
and personal insurance, fleet management and telematics services.
CAPITAL EXPENDITURES; RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
In the period 2002-2004 DaimlerChrysler expects to invest [EURO]41 billion
in property, plant and equipment, and research and development. A large portion
of this amount will be allocated to the development and preparation for
production of new passenger car and commercial vehicle models. In addition,
DaimlerChrysler plans to spend significant amounts on the modernization of
manufacturing facilities in the automotive business and on the development of
new technologies directed at enhancing the safety, environmental compatibility
and economy of road transportation.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENT REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This Annual Report contains forward-looking statements that reflect the
current views of DaimlerChrysler management with respect to future events. The
words "anticipate," "believe," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan,"
"project" and "should" and similar expressions are intended to identify
forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties, including, but not limited to: changes in general economic and
business conditions, especially an economic downturn in Europe or North America;
changes in currency exchange rates and interest rates; introduction of competing
products; lack of acceptance of new
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products or services, including increased competitive pressures on the general
level of sales incentives and pricing flexibility; inability to implement the
turnaround plans for the Chrysler Group and Freightliner promptly and
successfully, especially an inability to meet revenue enhancement, efficiency
and cost reduction initiatives; the ability of Mitsubishi Motors to implement
its restructuring plan successfully; and decline in resale prices of used
vehicles. If any of these or other risks and uncertainties occur (some of which
are described under the heading "Factors Affecting Operations and Financial
Reporting"), or if the assumptions underlying any of these statements prove
incorrect, then actual results may be materially different from those expressed
or implied by such statements. DaimlerChrysler does not intend or assume any
obligation to update these forward-looking statements. Any forward-looking
statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made.
ITEM 6. DIRECTORS, SENIOR MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYEES.
In accordance with the German Stock Corporation Law (AKTIENGESETZ),
DaimlerChrysler AG has a Supervisory Board (AUFSICHTSRAT) and a Board of
Management (VORSTAND). The two Boards are separate and no individual may
simultaneously be a member of both Boards. The following information is included
in respect of all members of DaimlerChrysler AG's Supervisory Board and its
Board of Management.
SUPERVISORY BOARD
Under the German Stock Corporation Law (AKTIENGESETZ), the German
Co-determination Law (MITBESTIMMUNGSGESETZ) and the Memorandum and Articles of
Association of DaimlerChrysler AG, the Supervisory Board of DaimlerChrysler AG
consists of twenty members. The principal function of the Supervisory Board is
to appoint and supervise the Board of Management and to approve mid-term
planning and matters not in the ordinary course of business that are of
fundamental importance.
The stockholders elect ten members of the Supervisory Board at the annual
general meeting and the employees have the right to elect the remaining ten
members. The term of a Supervisory Board member expires at the end of the
general meeting of stockholders in which the stockholders discharge Supervisory
Board members for the fourth fiscal year following the year in which the member
was elected. There is no compulsory retirement age for members of the
Supervisory Board.
Any member elected by the stockholders in a general meeting may be removed
by a majority of the votes cast by the stockholders in a general meeting. Any
member of the Supervisory Board elected by the employees may be removed by
three-quarters of the votes cast by the relevant class of employees. Under
normal circumstances, the Supervisory Board acts by simple majority vote and the
Chairman, who is always a representative of the stockholders, has the deciding
vote in case of a deadlock.
Effective at the end of the annual general meeting of stockholders held on
April 11, 2001, Sir John Browne and Mr. Robert Allen resigned from the
Supervisory Board. The stockholders of DaimlerChrysler elected Mr. Earl G.
Graves, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Earl G. Graves, Ltd. and a
former director of Chrysler Corporation, and Prof. Victor Halberstadt, Professor
of Public Economics at Leiden University in the Netherlands, as successors. All
other current stockholder representatives on the Supervisory Board were elected
by the stockholders at the annual general meeting held on May 18, 1999. The
current employee representatives were appointed by a court pursuant to
Section 104 of the German Stock Corporation Law. In December 2001, Mr. Boehm
resigned from his position as a member of the Supervisory Board. The district
court in Stuttgart appointed Mr. Richter as his successor representing the
employees.
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The following table shows the current members of the Supervisory Board,
their ages as of February 20, 2002, the year in which they were first elected or
appointed, their principal occupation and other supervisory board
memberships/directorships they hold. Employee representatives are identified by
an asterisk.
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Hilmar Kopper, Age: 66
Chairman First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1990)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Supervisory Board of
Deutsche Bank AG
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Akzo-Nobel N.V.; Bayer AG; Solvay S.A.;
Xerox Corporation; Unilever N.V.
Erich Klemm*, Age: 47
Deputy Chairman First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1988)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Corporate Works Council,
DaimlerChrysler AG and DaimlerChrysler Group
Manfred Goebels* Age: 60
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1993)
Principal Occupation: Director, Service and Mobility Concept;
Chairman of the Management Representative
Committee, DaimlerChrysler Group
Earl G. Graves Age: 67
First elected: 2001
Principal Occupation: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Earl
G. Graves, Ltd. (Publisher, Black Enterprise
magazine); Chairman of Pepsi's Customer
Advisory and Ethnic Marketing Committee;
Managing Director, Black
Enterprise/Greenwich Street Corporate Growth
Partners
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Aetna Life and Casualty Company; AMR
Corporation (American Airlines); Federated
Department Stores, Inc.; Rohm & Haas
Corporation
Prof. Victor Age: 62
Halberstadt First elected: 2001
Principal Occupation: Professor of Public Economics at Leiden
University, Netherlands
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: International Advisors Group of Goldman,
Sachs & Co.; Investment Committee of ABP
Pension Fund; Royal KPN N.V.; TNT Post Group
N.V.; Concertgebouw N.V.; Board of Overseers
of Koc University, Istanbul; PA
Holdings Ltd., London
Robert J. Lanigan Age: 73
First elected: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1984)
Principal Occupation: Chairman Emeritus of Owens-Illinois, Inc.;
Founder Partner, Palladium Equity Partners
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: IMS Health, Owens-Illinois, Inc.
Helmut Lense* Age: 50
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1993)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Works Council,
Untertuerkheim Plant, DaimlerChrysler AG
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Peter A. Magowan Age: 59
First elected: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1986)
Principal Occupation: President of San Francisco Giants
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Safeway Inc.; Caterpillar Inc.
Gerd Rheude* Age: 56
First elected: 1999
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Works Council, Woerth Plant,
DaimlerChrysler AG
Udo Richter* Age: 55
First elected: 2001
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Works Council, Bremen Plant,
DaimlerChrysler AG
Wolf Juergen Roeder* Age: 54
First elected: 2000
Principal Occupation: Member of the Executive Council, German
Metalworkers' Union
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Robert Bosch GmbH; AOK Baden-Wuerttemberg
Dr. rer. pol. Manfred Age: 63
Schneider First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1993)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Board of Management of Bayer
AG
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Allianz AG; Metro AG; RWE AG; Linde AG
Peter Schoenfelder* Age: 52
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1990)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Works Council, Augsburg
Plant, EADS Deutschland GmbH
Stefan Schwaab* Age: 49
First elected: 2000
Principal Occupation: Vice Chairman of the Works Council, Gaggenau
Plant, DaimlerChrysler AG; Vice Chairman of
the Corporate Works Council, DaimlerChrysler
AG and DaimlerChrysler Group
G. Richard Thoman Age: 57
First elected: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1998)
Principal Occupation: Former President and Chief Executive Officer
of Xerox Corporation; Senior Advisor to
Evercore Partners
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Union Bancaire Privee; DB Capital Partners
Advisory Board
Bernhard Walter Age: 59
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1998)
Principal Occupation: Former Chairman of the Board of Managing
Directors of Dresdner Bank AG
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Bilfinger + Berger Bauaktiengesellschaft;
Deutsche Telekom AG; Henkel KGaA; KG
Allgemeine Leasing GmbH & Co.; mg
technologies ag; Staatliche
Porzellan-Manufaktur Meissen GmbH; Thyssen
Krupp AG; Wintershall AG
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Lynton R. Wilson Age: 61
First elected: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1994)
Principal Occupation: Chairman of the Board of CAE Inc.; Chairman
of the Board of Nortel Networks Corporation
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Imperial Oil Limited; Ontario Power
Generation Inc.; Nortel Networks Corp.;
DaimlerChrysler Canada Inc.; J.P. Morgan
Chase & Co. (International Council)
Dr.-Ing. Mark Woessner Age: 63
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1998)
Principal Occupation: Former CEO and Chairman of the Supervisory
Board of Bertelsmann AG
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: eCircle AG; thorborgnet GmbH & Co. KGaA;
Dussmann KGaA; Loewe AG
Bernhard Wurl* Age: 57
First elected: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1979)
Principal Occupation: Head of Department reporting to the
Executive Council, German Metalworkers'
Union
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Deutsche Babcock AG
Stephen P. Yokich* Age: 66
First elected: 1998
Principal Occupation: President of International Union, United
Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural
Implement Workers of America (UAW)
Supervisory Board
Memberships/
Directorships: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM)
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The Supervisory Board maintains the following standing committees:
- The PRESIDENTIAL COMMITTEE is responsible for deciding the terms of the
service contracts and other contractual arrangements between
DaimlerChrysler AG and members of the Board of Management. In particular,
the committee determines salaries and incentive compensation awards for
members of the Board of Management and establishes corporate goals for
performance-based compensation plans. Members of the Presidential
Committee are Hilmar Kopper, Erich Klemm, Dr. Manfred Schneider, and
Bernhard Wurl. The Presidential Committee held four meetings in 2001.
- The FINANCIAL AUDIT COMMITTEE recommends the appointment of independent
auditors to be elected by the annual general meeting, engages the
independent auditors and reviews the scope of external audit services. The
Financial Audit Committee also reviews the annual financial statements of
DaimlerChrysler AG and the consolidated annual and half-year financial
statements of the DaimlerChrysler Group, taking into account the results
of the audits and reviews performed by the independent auditors. Members
of the Financial Audit Committee are Hilmar Kopper, Erich Klemm, Stefan
Schwaab and Bernhard Walter. The Financial Audit Committee held two
meetings in 2001.
BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
The Supervisory Board determines the size of the Board of Management, which
must have at least two members. Members are appointed by the Supervisory Board
for a maximum term of five years and are eligible for reappointment thereafter.
The normal retirement age for members of the Board of Management is 65, although
it is possible for a member of the Board of Management to continue in office
beyond this age with the approval of the Supervisory Board.
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Under certain circumstances, such as a serious breach of duty or a vote of
no confidence by the stockholders in a general meeting, the Supervisory Board
may remove a member of the Board of Management prior to the expiration of his
term. A member of the Board of Management may not deal with, or vote on, matters
relating to proposals, arrangements or contracts between himself and
DaimlerChrysler AG and he is under a duty to disclose any material interest in
proposals, arrangements or contracts between DaimlerChrysler AG and third
parties.
The current members of the Board of Management, their ages as of
February 20, 2002, the year in which they were first appointed, the year in
which their terms expire, their current position/area of responsibility and
prior positions held within the last five years, are as follows:
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Juergen E. Schrempp Age: 57
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1987)
Term expires: 2005
Current Position: Chairman of the Board of Management
Prior Position(s): Chairman of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG
Dr. rer. pol. Manfred Bischoff Age: 59
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1995)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Aerospace & Industrial Businesses,
Board Member Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG and President and Chief
Executive Officer of Daimler-Benz Aerospace
AG
Dr. rer. pol. Eckhard Cordes Age: 51
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1996)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Commercial Vehicles
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
DaimlerChrysler AG -- Corporate
Development & IT-Management; Member of the
Board of Management of Daimler-Benz AG --
Corporate Development and Directly Managed
Businesses; Deputy Member of the Board of
Management of Daimler-Benz AG -- Corporate
Development and Directly Managed Businesses
Guenther Fleig Age: 53
First appointed: 1999
Term expires: 2004
Responsible for: Human Resources & Labor Relations Director
Prior Position(s): President of DaimlerChrysler France S.A.S.,
DaimlerChrysler Holding S.A. France and Head
of the Corporate Representation Office,
France; President of Mercedes-Benz France;
Head of European Sales Projects,
Mercedes-Benz AG
Dr. iur. Manfred Gentz Age: 60
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1983)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Finance & Controlling
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG -- Finance & Controlling,
Human Resources
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Prof. Juergen Hubbert Age: 62
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1987)
Term expires: 2005
Responsible for: Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG -- Passenger Cars; Member of
the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz
AG -- Passenger Cars
Dr. iur. Klaus Mangold Age: 58
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1995)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Services
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG and President and Chief
Executive Officer of Daimler-Benz
InterServices (debis) AG
Thomas W. Sidlik Age: 52
First appointed: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1992)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Procurement & Supply Chrysler Group, Board
Member Hyundai Motor Company
Prior Position(s): Executive Vice President of Chrysler
Corporation -- Procurement & Supply; Vice
President and Chairman of Chrysler Financial
Corporation and General Manager -- Small Car
Operations
Gary C. Valade Age: 59
First appointed: 1998 (Chrysler Corporation: 1990)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Global Procurement & Supply
Prior Position(s): Executive Vice President and Chief Financial
Officer of Chrysler Corporation
Prof. Klaus-Dieter Voehringer Age: 60
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1997)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Research & Technology
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG -- Research & Technology;
Deputy Member of the Board of Management of
Mercedes-Benz AG -- Powertrain Unit
Commercial Vehicles
Dr.-Ing. Dieter Zetsche Age: 48
First appointed: 1998 (Daimler-Benz AG: 1997)
Term expires: 2003
Responsible for: Chrysler Group
Prior Position(s): Member of the Board of Management of
DaimlerChrysler AG -- Commercial Vehicles;
Member of the Board of Management of
DaimlerChrysler AG -- Sales and Marketing;
Member of the Board of Management of
Daimler-Benz AG -- Sales and Marketing
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Dr. rer. pol. Age: 41
Wolfgang Bernhard First appointed: 2000
(Deputy Member) Term expires: 2003
Current Position: Chief Operating Officer Chrysler Group
Prior Position(s): CEO of Mercedes-AMG GmbH; General Manager for
S-Class assembly at the Sindelfingen Plant
Dr. phil. Age: 50
Ruediger Grube First appointed: 2001
(Deputy Member) Term expires: 2004
Responsible for: Corporate Development
Prior Position(s): CEO of Haeussler Group; Senior Vice President
Corporate Development of DaimlerChrysler AG;
Head of Corporate Strategy and Member of the
Executive Board of DaimlerChrysler AG; Head
of Corporate Strategy and Member of the
Executive Board of Daimler-Benz AG
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COMPENSATION
SUPERVISORY BOARD
Members of the Supervisory Board receive a fixed annual amount of
[EURO]51,129 for serving on the board plus reimbursement of expenses. The
Chairman of the Supervisory Board receives twice that amount; the deputy
Chairman receives 1.5 times that amount; and members serving on committees of
the Supervisory Board receive 1.3 times that amount. Members also receive a flat
fee of [EURO]1,023 for each meeting of the Supervisory Board. This compensation
is fixed in DaimlerChrysler AG's Memorandum and Articles of Association.
The aggregate amount of compensation paid by the DaimlerChrysler Group to
all members of the Supervisory Board, as a group, for services in all capacities
to the Group for the year ended December 31, 2001 amounted to [EURO]2 million.
See also Note 5 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
BOARD OF MANAGEMENT
DaimlerChrysler AG has entered into service agreements with members of the
Board of Management. These agreements establish the following four principal
elements of compensation:
- BASE SALARY -- Base salaries are established based on a comparative
analysis of base salaries paid within a selected peer group of
international companies.
- ANNUAL BONUS -- Annual bonuses are based on corporate performance,
primarily in relation to profitability. Bonuses are expressed as a
percentage of base salary and may be adjusted, upward or downward, based
on other corporate objectives, such as shareholder return or revenue
growth, and on individual performance.
- MEDIUM-TERM-INCENTIVE -- Members of the Board of Management receive
performance-based stock unit awards that track the value of
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares at the beginning of three year performance
periods. The amount ultimately earned in cash at the end of a performance
period is based on the degree of achievement of corporate goals derived
from competitive and internal planning benchmarks, such as return on net
assets, return on sales, revenue growth and quality, and the market value
of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. Board of Management members received
382,505 performance-based stock unit awards in 2001.
- STOCK OPTIONS -- Stock option plans provide long-term-incentives based on
the appreciation of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. DaimlerChrysler
granted Board of Management members, as a group, 3.0 million stock options
in 2001 under a stockholder approved option plan. Those options are
exercisable at a reference price of [EURO]55.80 plus a 20% exercise
premium. They become exercisable in two equal
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installments on April 1, 2003 and on April 1, 2004 and expire on April 1,
2011. If the market price per DaimlerChrysler ordinary share on the date
of exercise is at least 20% higher than the reference price, the holder is
additionally entitled to receive a cash payment equal to the original
exercise premium of 20% multiplied by the number of stock options
exercised. See "Share Ownership."
The aggregate amount of compensation paid by the DaimlerChrysler Group to
all members of the Board of Management, as a group, for services in all
capacities to the Group for the year ended December 31, 2001 was
[EURO]22 million. The aggregate amount accrued by the Group during the year
ended December 31, 2001 to provide pension, retirement and similar benefits for
the members of the Board of Management was [EURO]14 million. See also Note 5 to
the Consolidated Financial Statements.
In the past, the Supervisory Board has negotiated limited benefits upon
termination of a Board of Management member's service prior to the stated
expiration date of his service contract. Moreover, if a U.S. member of the Board
of Management, who was party to a pre-merger employment contract with Chrysler
Corporation, dies during the term of his service agreement, then, in addition to
benefits payable under pension and retirement plans, his estate will be entitled
to receive an annual bonus payment and a medium-term-incentive payment, pro
rated through the date of death, that assumes corporate goals have been
achieved. If such member is terminated, or terminates his service with good
reason, as defined in the service agreement, then, in addition to the foregoing,
he is entitled to receive a severance payment expressed as a multiple of the sum
of his base salary and his average bonus over the last three years, together
with an additional amount to reimburse him for any excise tax assessable on any
amounts so received. The Supervisory Board may also negotiate additional or
different terms with Board of Management members at the time their service to
DaimlerChrysler terminates.
See also Note 22 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
EMPLOYEES AND LABOR RELATIONS
At December 31, 2001, the DaimlerChrysler Group employed a workforce of
372,470 people worldwide, which represented a decrease of 11% from year-end
2000. The decrease resulted primarily from workforce reductions in the context
of the turnaround plans implemented at Chrysler Group and Freightliner and
DaimlerChrysler's dispositions of Adtranz and its controlling interest in TEMIC.
In 2000, the decrease in the number of employees was a result of
DaimlerChrysler's dispositions of most of its aerospace activities and its
controlling interest in T-Systems ITS. See "Description of Business Segments" in
"Item 4. Information on the Company."
Of the total number of employees, 191,158 employees were based in Germany
and 104,871 in the United States. The following table shows the number of
employees at December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999:
<Table>
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EMPLOYEES AT DECEMBER 31,
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2001 2000 1999
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TOTAL GERMANY U.S. TOTAL GERMANY U.S. TOTAL GERMANY U.S.
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Mercedes-Benz
Passenger Cars &
smart.............. 102,223 93,055 2,003 100,893 92,099 1,910 99,459 91,698 1,834
Chrysler Group....... 104,057 4 77,800 121,027 2 90,536 124,837 225 92,044
Commercial
Vehicles........... 96,644 51,927 15,413 101,027 52,161 18,526 95,967 51,009 16,990
Sales organization
for automotive
business........... 38,733 27,020 1,549 36,857 26,048 1,508 34,133 24,086 1,457
Services............. 9,712 2,440 4,637 9,589 2,321 4,787 26,240 14,183 4,797
Other
Activities(1)...... 21,101 16,712 3,469 47,108 24,230 6,366 86,302 60,032 6,806
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DaimlerChrysler
Group.............. 372,470 191,158 104,871 416,501 196,861 123,633 466,938 241,233 123,928
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</Table>
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(1) Including holding companies and corporate functions.
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On average, the Group had approximately 14,200 temporary employees in 2001.
Almost all the Group's employees in Germany who are members of labor unions
belong to the German metalworkers' union (INDUSTRIEGEWERKSCHAFT METALL). None of
the Group's facilities in Germany is operated on a "closed shop" basis. In
Germany, collective bargaining agreements for blue collar workers and for white
collar employees below management level are generally negotiated between the
regional association of the companies within a particular industry and the
respective unions. DaimlerChrysler is a member of the regional associations of
employers. Even though the collective bargaining agreement is legally binding
only for members of the negotiating parties (employers' associations and trade
unions), DaimlerChrysler extends the applicability of the agreement to all
employees below senior management level by a pertinent clause in the employment
contracts. The most recent agreement for "metalworkers" will expire in
February 2002. Employer and union representatives are currently negotiating a
new collective bargaining agreement.
In the United States and Canada, most of DaimlerChrysler Corporation's
hourly employees and 27% of its salaried employees are represented by unions.
Substantially all of these represented employees are represented by the United
Automobile, Aerospace, and Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW) or
the National Automobile, Aerospace and Agricultural Implement Workers of Canada
(CAW).
DaimlerChrysler Corporation and the UAW are parties to a four-year
collective bargaining agreement that covers more than 58,000 hourly and salaried
workers in the United States and expires in September 2003. The agreement
provides for an annual base wage increase of 3% each contract year, a one-time
lump sum payment of $1,350 per worker, increases in pension benefit rates, and
improvements in certain health care, supplemental unemployment and other
benefits. The agreement limits DaimlerChrysler Corporation's ability to close
plants, reduce employment levels, or dispose of operations that constitute a UAW
bargaining unit, but provides flexibility in establishing job assignments and
work rules in order to increase productivity in plants.
In addition, DaimlerChrysler Canada, Ltd. and the CAW are parties to a
three-year collective bargaining agreement that covers approximately 11,000
workers in Canada through September 2002. It also provides for an annual base
wage increase of 3% each contract year, a one-time lump sum payment of $1,000
per worker, as well as increases in pension and other benefits.
The Chrysler Group's turnaround plan calls for the reduction of
DaimlerChrysler Corporation's total salaried and hourly workforce by
approximately 20% (26,000 employees) over the three year period ending 2003,
through a combination of retirements, special programs, attrition and layoffs.
This reduction was announced following discussions with the UAW and CAW. See
"Description of Business Segments -- Chrysler Group" in "Item 4. Information on
the Company."
SHARE OWNERSHIP
As of December 31, 2001, the current members of the Supervisory Board and
the Board of Management as a group owned 190,816 DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares
(0.02% of all outstanding shares), and had the right to acquire 4,843,020
ordinary shares under the option plans described below.
Daimler-Benz AG instituted a stockholder approved stock option plan for
management board members and other senior executives in 1996. For reasons of
German law applicable at the time, the options granted under this plan took the
form of conversion rights attached to convertible bonds, with the principal
amount corresponding to a stated value (or par value equivalent) of the ordinary
shares subject to the option -- which was [EURO]2.56 per ordinary share in all
cases and which the optionee paid in cash at the time he or she received the
convertible bond (or option). Conversion rights under the 1996 plan are
exercisable during certain three-week window periods on or before July 12, 2006
at a conversion price of [EURO]42.62 per DaimlerChrysler ordinary share.
Conversion rights are only exercisable if the price per share exceeds a
threshold of [EURO]49.01.
In 2000, DaimlerChrysler AG instituted a stockholder approved stock option
plan for management board members and other senior executives. Options granted
in 2000 under this stock option plan are exercisable at a reference price of
[EURO]62.30 plus a 20% exercise premium. They become exercisable in two equal
installments on
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April 21, 2002 and on April 21, 2003 and expire on April, 21, 2010. If the
market price per DaimlerChrysler ordinary share on the date of exercise is at
least 20% higher than the reference price, the holder is additionally entitled
to receive a cash payment equal to the original exercise premium of 20%
multiplied by the number of stock options exercised. In May 2000, certain
shareholders challenged the approval of the stock option plan at the
stockholders' meeting on April 19, 2000. In October 2000, the Stuttgart District
Court (LANDGERICHT STUTTGART) dismissed the case and the Stuttgart Court of
Appeals (OBERLANDESGERICHT STUTTGART) dismissed an appeal in June 2001. The
shareholders appealed the decision of the Stuttgart Court of Appeals (REVISION)
to the Federal Supreme Court (BUNDESGERICHTSHOF) in July 2001. See
"Compensation" for a description of options granted in 2001.
See also Note 22 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
As part of its value-based management approach, DaimlerChrysler supports
employee stock ownership. DaimlerChrysler offers the opportunity to purchase
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares to employees of Group companies incorporated in
Germany, Austria, France, Italy, the Netherlands, Portugal, Spain, Switzerland
and the United Kingdom. In 2001, each eligible employee of a Group company
incorporated in Germany had the right to acquire up to 90 shares with a maximum
aggregate discount of [EURO]153.39 plus one bonus share. Employees of German
Group companies acquired a total of approximately 1,157,000 shares in 2001. The
programs established for employees in other European countries follow the German
program except for changes resulting from different national legal requirements.
In these countries, employees acquired a total of approximately 28,000 shares.
ITEM 7. MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS AND RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS.
MAJOR SHAREHOLDERS
The capital stock of DaimlerChrysler AG consists of ordinary shares, no par
value (STUECKAKTIEN), which are issued in registered form. Under DaimlerChrysler
AG's Memorandum and Articles of Association (SATZUNG), each ordinary share
represents one vote. Major shareholders do not have different voting rights.
Under the German Securities Trading Act (WERTPAPIERHANDELSGESETZ), holders
of voting securities of a listed German company must notify the company of the
level of their holding whenever it reaches, exceeds or falls below specified
thresholds. These thresholds are 5%, 10%, 25%, 50% and 75% of a company's
outstanding voting rights.
The table below shows, as of December 31, 2001, the number of
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares held by holders of 5% or more of DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares and their percentage ownership:
<Table>
<Caption>
IDENTITY OF PERSON OR GROUP SHARES OWNED PERCENT
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KARU Beteiligungsverwaltungs GmbH & Co. KG, a wholly owned
subsidiary of Deutsche Bank AG(1)......................... 119,818,714 11.9%
Kuwait Investment Authority as agent for the Government of
the State of Kuwait....................................... 73,169,320 7.3%
</Table>
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(1) Deutsche Bank AG and KARU filed a Schedule 13G/A on February 12, 2002, in
which Deutsche Bank reported aggregate beneficial ownership of 141,427,881
shares (14.1% of the shares outstanding), including the shares held by KARU.
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As of December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler AG had approximately 1.9 million
stockholders. Approximately 307,000 were U.S. holders, of which approximately
77,000 were record holders. Based on the share register, U.S. holders held
approximately 17% of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares as of that date.
See also "Share Ownership" in "Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and
Employees."
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RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
DaimlerChrysler purchases materials, supplies and services from numerous
suppliers throughout the world in the ordinary course of business, including
firms in which it holds an ownership interest and those with which certain
members of the Supervisory Board are affiliated.
Deutsche Bank AG and its subsidiaries provided various financial and other
services to the Group in 2001 for which they were paid reasonable and customary
fees. KARU Beteiligungsverwaltungs GmbH & Co. KG, a wholly owned subsidiary of
Deutsche Bank AG, owns approximately 12% of the outstanding shares of
DaimlerChrysler AG. Hilmar Kopper, Chairman of the Supervisory Board of
DaimlerChrysler AG, is also Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Deutsche Bank
AG.
Mitsubishi Motor Manufacturing of America, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation, produces the Dodge Stratus and Chrysler Sebring coupes for
DaimlerChrysler Corporation. DaimlerChrysler beneficially owns a 37.3% equity
interest in Mitsubishi Motors Corporation.
DaimlerChrysler purchases products and services from T-Systems ITS GmbH, an
information technology company in which DaimlerChrysler beneficially owned a
49.9% equity interest in 2001. In January 2002, DaimlerChrysler decided to exit
the joint venture by exercising its option to sell to Deutsche Telekom the
Group's 49.9% interest for proceeds of [EURO]4.7 billion. The sale is expected
to close in March 2002 with the termination of the joint venture.
DaimlerChrysler entered into an agreement with McLaren Cars Ltd., a wholly
owned subsidiary of TAG McLaren Holdings Ltd., for the design and production of
a new high-performance sports car, the SLR. The market launch of the SLR is
scheduled for 2003. DaimlerChrysler also supplies engines to the West McLaren
team in support of motorsport activities under the Mercedes-Benz brand.
DaimlerChrysler owns a 40% equity interest in TAG McLaren Holdings Ltd.
In April 2001, DaimlerChrysler sold a 60% controlling interest in the
automotive electronics company TEMIC TELEFUNKEN microelectronic GmbH and its
subsidiaries to Continental AG. DaimlerChrysler continues to purchase products
from TEMIC TELEFUNKEN microelectronic GmbH which was renamed Conti Temic
microelectronic GmbH.
DaimlerChrysler Corporation incurred expenses of approximately $850,000 in
2001 for advertising and related marketing activities with Black Enterprise
magazine. Earl G. Graves, member of the Supervisory Board of DaimlerChrysler AG,
is the Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and sole stockholder of the magazine's
ultimate parent company.
In October 2001, DaimlerChrysler purchased the remaining 51% interest in
Westfalia Van Conversion GmbH it did not already own. As part of this
transaction, Mark Woessner, member of the Supervisory Board of DaimlerChrysler
AG, sold his 17% interest in Westfalia Van Conversion GmbH to DaimlerChrysler.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL INFORMATION.
CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
See "Item 18. Financial Statements" and pages F-i, F-1 through F-64 and
page S-1.
OTHER FINANCIAL INFORMATION
SEPARATE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Separate financial statements of significant 50 percent or less owned
entities -- see "Item 18. Financial Statements."
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EXPORT SALES
In 2001, approximately 731,000 or 61% of all passenger cars and commercial
vehicles produced by DaimlerChrysler in Germany and approximately 342,000 or 19%
of all passenger cars and trucks produced by DaimlerChrysler in the United
States were exported to other countries.
LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
Various legal proceedings are pending against the Group. DaimlerChrysler
believes that such proceedings, other than the shareholder and forced labor
lawsuits discussed below, constitute ordinary routine litigation incidental to
its businesses. See also "Government Regulation and Environmental Matters --
Environmental Matters" in "Item 4. Information on the Company."
Various legal proceedings pending against DaimlerChrysler Corporation allege
defects in various components (including door and liftgate latches, occupant
restraint systems, seats, brake systems, and fuel systems) in several different
vehicle models or allege design defects relating to vehicle stability (rollover
propensity), pedal misapplication (sudden acceleration), or crashworthiness.
Some of these proceedings seek repair or replacement of the vehicles or
compensation for their alleged reduction in value, while others seek recovery
for personal injuries. Adverse decisions in these proceedings could require
DaimlerChrysler Corporation to pay substantial compensatory and punitive
damages, or undertake service actions, recall campaigns or other costly actions.
In October 2001, the United States Court of Appeal for the Fourth Circuit
vacated a previously reported 1997 judgment for $12.5 million
([EURO]14.0 million) in compensatory damages and $250 million
([EURO]281 million) in punitive damages against DaimlerChrysler Corporation in
JIMENEZ VS. CHRYSLER CORPORATION, a case filed in U.S. District Court in South
Carolina. The complaint alleged that the liftgate latch striker of a 1985 Dodge
Caravan was defective and opened when the Caravan was struck by another vehicle
resulting in the ejection and death of an occupant. The case has been remanded
for trial on the limited issue of liability for compensatory damages.
As previously reported, on February 18, 1999, a jury awarded $54.75 million
([EURO]61.5 million) in compensatory damages and $3.7 million
([EURO]4.2 million) in punitive damages to the owners of approximately 75,000
1988 3/4 -1990 model year Chrysler vehicles in CRAWLEY VS. CHRYSLER CORPORATION,
a class action lawsuit tried in the Court of Common Pleas, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania. The complaint alleged that the air bags in those vehicles were
defective because the vent hole positions could cause hand burns when the air
bags deploy. DaimlerChrysler Corporation's appeal is pending.
Four purported class action lawsuits are pending in various U.S. and
Canadian courts that allege that the paint applied to 1982-1997 model year
Chrysler, Plymouth, Jeep-Registered Trademark- and Dodge vehicles delaminates,
peels or chips as the result of defective paint, paint primer, or application
processes. Plaintiffs seek compensatory and punitive damages, costs of repair or
replacement, attorneys' fees and costs. Six other previously reported class
action lawsuits regarding paint delamination have been dismissed.
As previously reported, DaimlerChrysler received a "statement of objections"
from the European Commission on April 1, 1999, which alleged that it violated EC
competition rules by impeding cross-border sales of Mercedes-Benz passenger cars
to final customers in the European Economic Area. In October 2001, the European
Commission found that DaimlerChrysler infringed EC competition rules and imposed
a fine of approximately [EURO]72 million. DaimlerChrysler has appealed this
decision.
As previously reported, in the fourth quarter of 2000, Tracinda Corporation
filed a lawsuit in the United States District Court for the District of Delaware
against DaimlerChrysler AG and certain members of its Supervisory Board and
Board of Management (Messrs. Kopper, Schrempp and Gentz). Shortly therafter, a
number of other actions were filed against the same defendants, making similar
claims to those in the Tracinda complaint. Two individual lawsuits and one
consolidated class action lawsuit are pending. The plaintiffs, current or former
DaimlerChrysler shareholders, allege that the defendants violated U.S.
securities law and committed fraud in obtaining approval from Chrysler
stockholders of the business combination between Chrysler and Daimler-Benz in
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1998. In essence, the complaints allege that by describing the transaction as a
"merger of equals" in the proxy statement/prospectus and other statements
preceding the special meeting of Chrysler stockholders called to vote on the
business combination agreement, the defendants misrepresented that
DaimlerChrysler would operate as two equal companies, while they always intended
to relegate Chrysler to division status and to replace Chrysler's management
with executives from Daimler-Benz. The complaints generally seek (a) actual
damages, including an acquisition premium, (b) "recissory" damages representing
the difference between the value of the Chrysler common stock exchanged and the
present value of the DaimlerChrysler shares, (c) compensatory and, in the
individual actions, punitive damages, (d) an order unwinding the transaction,
(e) pre- and post-judgment interest, and (f) such other relief as may be just
and proper. In April 2001, all of the pending class action complaints were
consolidated into a single consolidated class action complaint that included two
claims not previously alleged in any of the complaints. The new claims alleged
that DaimlerChrysler had violated U.S. securities laws by making false and
misleading statements in 1999 and 2000 regarding its prospects for the year
2000. DaimlerChrysler believes that all pending claims are without merit and
intends to defend against them vigorously. On May 9, 2001, DaimlerChrysler filed
motions to dismiss all three complaints. The briefing on the motions was
concluded and submitted to the court in July 2001. The motions are pending
before the court.
DaimlerChrysler and numerous other German companies (including subsidiaries
of U.S. companies) were defendants in class action lawsuits which sought to
recover compensation on behalf of individuals forced to work for those companies
by the Third Reich during World War II. In an effort to resolve such claims,
German companies, including DaimlerChrysler, and the German government agreed in
2000 to establish a DM 10 billion "Remembrance, Responsibility and the Future
Foundation," to provide humanitarian assistance to victims of forced labor and
other injustices under that regime. The Foundation has been funded in equal
parts by the German government and German companies. In conjunction with the
establishment of the Foundation, the United States and other countries have
agreed to assist in attempting to achieve a final dismissal of all existing and
future claims relating to such injustices. All lawsuits filed against
DaimlerChrysler in the United States have been dismissed. DaimlerChrysler
expects that the remaining cases pending in Germany will be dismissed as a
result of new legislation relating to the Foundation.
On April 30, 2001, DaimlerChrysler sold its subsidiary, DaimlerChrysler Rail
Systems GmbH ("Adtranz"), to Bombardier, Inc. for cash consideration of
$725 million. Bombardier has asserted claims for sales price adjustments under
the terms of the sale and purchase agreement as well as claims for alleged
breaches of contract and misrepresentations, and seeks total damages of
approximately [EURO]1 billion. The agreement limits the amount of such price
adjustments to [EURO]150 million, and, to the extent legally permissible, the
amount of other claims to an additional [EURO]150 million. DaimlerChrysler
intends to defend itself vigorously against such claims. The agreement calls for
submission of disputes to arbitration and Bombardier has notified
DaimlerChrysler that it intends to do so with respect to its claims.
Like other companies in the automotive industry, DaimlerChrysler (primarily
DaimlerChrysler Corporation) has experienced a growing number of lawsuits which
seek compensatory and punitive damages for illnesses alleged to have resulted
from direct and indirect exposure to asbestos used in certain components
(principally brake pads). Typically, these suits name many other corporate
defendants and may also include claims of exposure to a variety of
non-automotive asbestos products. DaimlerChrysler Corporation believes that many
of these lawsuits involve unsubstantiated illnesses or assert only tenuous
connections with components in its vehicles. It is possible, however, that the
number of these lawsuits will continue to grow and that the company could incur
significant costs in the future in resolving these lawsuits.
Litigation is subject to many uncertainties, and the outcome of individual
matters is not predictable with assurance. It is reasonably possible that the
final resolution of some of these matters could require DaimlerChrysler to make
expenditures, in excess of established reserves, over an extended period of time
and in a range of amounts that cannot be reasonably estimated. Although the
final resolution of any such matters could have a material effect on
DaimlerChrysler's consolidated operating results for a particular reporting
period, DaimlerChrysler believes that it should not materially affect its
consolidated financial position.
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DIVIDEND POLICY
The Supervisory Board and the Board of Management propose dividends based on
DaimlerChrysler AG's year-end unconsolidated financial statements. The Boards
then submit their proposal for approval at the annual general meeting of
stockholders, which is generally held during the second quarter of the following
year. Shareholders of record on the date of the annual general meeting at which
a dividend is declared are entitled to receive the dividend, less any amounts
required to be withheld on account of taxes or other governmental charges.
DaimlerChrysler AG expects to continue to pay dividends, although there can be
no assurance as to the particular amounts that would be paid from year to year.
The payment of future dividends will depend upon DaimlerChrysler's earnings,
financial condition (including its cash needs), future earnings prospects and
other factors. See "Item 5. Operating and Financial Review and Prospects."
Deutsche Bank AG as global paying agent distributes cash dividends payable
to holders of ordinary shares. In Germany, the paying agent generally makes the
payment to the holder's depot bank which then credits the payment to the
stockholder's account. Shareholders in the United States receive payment through
The Bank of New York as U.S. paying agent if they are shareholders of record, or
payment is credited to their brokerage or other account through the Depository
Trust Company system established by U.S. banks and brokers. Unless instructed
otherwise, the U.S. paying agent will convert cash dividends payable to
shareholders in the United States from euros into U.S. dollars. The U.S. dollar
amounts of dividends received by holders of ordinary shares may be affected by
fluctuations in exchange rates. See "Dividends" and "Exchange Rate Information"
in "Item 3. Key Information."
SIGNIFICANT CHANGES
In January 2002, DaimlerChrysler decided to exit a joint venture with
Deutsche Telekom by exercising its option to sell to Deutsche Telekom the
Group's 49.9% interest in T-Systems ITS for proceeds of [EURO]4.7 billion. The
sale is expected to close in March 2002 with the termination of the joint
venture.
Following a decision of DaimlerChrysler's Board of Management in 2001,
DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital reached an agreement in January 2002 for
GE Capital to purchase a portion of DaimlerChrysler's Capital Services portfolio
in the United States. DaimlerChrysler will receive approximately
[EURO]1.3 billion for the sale. The transaction is expected to be completed in
the first quarter of 2002.
ITEM 9. THE OFFER AND LISTING.
TRADING MARKETS
The principal trading markets for DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares are the
Frankfurt Stock Exchange and the New York Stock Exchange. The ordinary shares
are also listed on the other German stock exchanges in Berlin, Bremen,
Duesseldorf, Hamburg, Hannover, Munich and Stuttgart, on the Chicago Stock
Exchange, the Pacific Stock Exchange and the Philadelphia Stock Exchange, on the
stock exchanges in Paris, Tokyo and Toronto, and on the Swiss stock exchange.
As of December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares represented
approximately 6.8% of the Deutsche Aktienindex (DAX), the leading index of
trading on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, 1.3% of the Dow Jones STOXX 50(SM),
which covers stocks from 17 European equity markets, and 2.2% of the Dow Jones
EURO STOXX 50(SM), which covers stocks from the equity markets of those member
states of the European Union that introduced the euro as their common legal
currency. See also "Introduction of the Euro" in "Item 4. Information on the
Company."
The transfer agents for DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares are Deutsche Bank AG
in Germany and The Bank of New York in the United States.
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TRADING ON THE FRANKFURT STOCK EXCHANGE
The Frankfurt Stock Exchange, which is operated by Deutsche Boerse AG, is
the most significant of the eight German stock exchanges. It accounts for the
vast majority of the turnover in exchange-traded shares in Germany. As of
December 31, 2001, equity securities traded on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange
included the shares of 5,777 companies, of which 4,865 were non-German.
Trading on the floor of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange commences each business
day at 9:00 a.m. and continues until 8:00 p.m. Central European Time. Markets in
listed securities are generally of the auction type, but listed securities also
change hands in inter-bank dealer markets both on and off the stock exchange.
Price formation is by open outcry, as determined by state appointed specialists
(AMTLICHE KURSMAKLER) who are themselves exchange members, but who do not, as a
rule, deal with the public. Prices for active stocks, including those of larger
companies, are quoted continuously during stock exchange hours. For all other
stocks, a fixed price is determined by auction around mid-session of each
trading day. Transactions settle on the second business day following the day of
their trade.
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares are also traded on Xetra (Exchange
Electronic Trading), an integrated electronic exchange system operated by
Deutsche Boerse AG. Xetra is available daily from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Central
European Time to brokers and banks which have been admitted to Xetra by the
Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Securities traded by this system include liquid
stocks, warrants and bonds traded on the floor of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Xetra is integrated into the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and is subject to its
rules and regulations. In 2001, Xetra accounted for approximately 94% of the
DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares trading volume at the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
Trading activities on the German stock exchanges are monitored by the
Federal Supervisory Authority for Securities Trading (BUNDESAUFSICHTSAMT FUER
DEN WERTPAPIERHANDEL). All orders from customers to buy or sell listed
securities must be executed on a stock exchange unless a customer gives specific
instructions to the contrary.
The table below shows, for the periods indicated, the Xetra high and low
sales prices for the DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares from November 17, 1998, the
first day on which DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares officially traded on the
Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Since January 4, 1999, the first official trading day
of 1999, the prices of shares listed on the German stock exchanges, including
the ordinary shares of DaimlerChrysler AG, have been quoted in euros. In order
to achieve comparability with the 1998 sales prices quoted in Deutsche Marks,
the 1998 sales prices have been converted into euros at the fixed rate of
DM1.95583 per euro. The table also shows, for the periods indicated, the Xetra
highs and lows of the DAX. The DAX is a continuously updated, capital-weighted
performance index of 30 German blue chip companies. In principle, the shares
included in the DAX are selected on the basis of their stock exchange turnover
and their market capitalization. Adjustments of the DAX are made for capital
changes, subscription rights and dividends. See "Exchange Rate Information" in
"Item 3. Key Information" with respect to rates of exchange between the U.S.
dollar and the DM (translated into euros at the fixed rate of DM1.95583 per
euro) and the U.S. dollar and the euro applicable during the periods shown
below.
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<Caption>
PRICE PER
DAIMLERCHRYSLER
ORDINARY SHARE DAX
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HIGH LOW HIGH LOW
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([EURO])
ANNUAL HIGHS AND LOWS
1998 (from November 17, 1998)......................... 85.90 70.61 5,174.42 4,435.94
1999.................................................. 95.79 63.26 6,992.92 4,601.07
2000.................................................. 79.97 42.70 8,136.16 6,110.26
2001.................................................. 58.19 27.24 6,795.14 3,539.18
QUARTERLY HIGHS AND LOWS
2000
First Quarter..................................... 79.97 61.55 8,136.16 6,388.91
Second Quarter.................................... 72.03 54.61 7,641.53 6,794.08
Third Quarter..................................... 63.80 49.95 7,503.32 6,468.46
Fourth Quarter.................................... 57.42 42.70 7,185.66 6,110.26
2001
First Quarter..................................... 57.39 43.27 6,795.14 5,351.48
Second Quarter.................................... 58.19 48.65 6,337.47 5,383.99
Third Quarter..................................... 57.80 27.24 6,131.97 3,539.18
Fourth Quarter.................................... 51.25 32.55 5,341.86 4,157.60
MONTHLY HIGHS AND LOWS
2001
July.............................................. 57.80 53.00 6,131.97 5,551.14
August............................................ 56.69 47.00 5,930.45 5,124.69
September......................................... 49.53 27.24 5,220.10 3,539.18
October........................................... 42.90 32.55 4,874.31 4,157.60
November.......................................... 51.25 37.85 5,217.47 4,481.55
December.......................................... 49.89 43.64 5,341.86 4,872.25
2002
January........................................... 51.40 44.52 5,318.73 4,984.20
February (through February 14, 2002).............. 48.17 41.64 5,165.97 4,730.70
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On February 14, 2002 the closing sales price per DaimlerChrysler ordinary
share on Xetra was [EURO]43.51. This price was equivalent to $37.91 per ordinary
share, translated at the noon buying rate for euros on that date.
Based on turnover statistics supplied by the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, the
average daily volume of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares traded on the exchange
(including Xetra) in 2001 was 4.6 million. As of December 31, 2001, the market
capitalization of DaimlerChrysler on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange was
[EURO]48.5 billion.
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TRADING ON THE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE
Official trading of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares on the New York Stock
Exchange commenced on November 17, 1998. DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares trade
under the symbol "DCX."
The following table shows, for the periods indicated, the high and low sales
prices per DaimlerChrysler ordinary share as reported on the New York Stock
Exchange Composite Tape.
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PRICE PER
DAIMLERCHRYSLER
ORDINARY SHARE
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HIGH LOW
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($)
ANNUAL HIGHS AND LOWS
1998 (from November 17, 1998)............................... 99.06 82.38
1999........................................................ 108.63 65.31
2000........................................................ 78.69 37.75
2001........................................................ 52.72 25.60
QUARTERLY HIGHS AND LOWS
2000
First Quarter........................................... 78.69 59.88
Second Quarter.......................................... 68.75 51.81
Third Quarter........................................... 57.00 43.67
Fourth Quarter.......................................... 49.47 37.75
2001
First Quarter........................................... 52.72 41.01
Second Quarter.......................................... 51.75 42.42
Third Quarter........................................... 50.48 25.60
Fourth Quarter.......................................... 44.68 30.30
MONTHLY HIGHS AND LOWS
2001
July.................................................... 50.48 45.35
August.................................................. 49.86 43.07
September............................................... 43.83 25.60
October................................................. 38.02 30.30
November................................................ 44.68 34.98
December................................................ 44.00 39.46
2002
January................................................. 45.76 39.40
February (through February 14, 2002).................... 41.16 36.40
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On February 14, 2002, the closing sales price per DaimlerChrysler ordinary
share on the New York Stock Exchange as reported on the NYSE Composite Tape was
$37.72.
ITEM 10. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
OPTIONS TO PURCHASE SECURITIES FROM REGISTRANT OR SUBSIDIARIES
The minority stockholders of Dornier GmbH, a subsidiary of DADC Luft- und
Raumfahrt Beteiligungs AG, have the right, exercisable at any time, to exchange
their shareholdings in Dornier for cash or holdings in DaimlerChrysler AG or its
subsidiary DaimlerChrysler Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding Aktiengesellschaft. Some
of the Dornier minority stockholders partially exercised this right in 2001 and
exchanged some of their
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shareholdings in Dornier for cash and/or holdings in DaimlerChrysler Luft- und
Raumfahrt Holding Aktiengesellschaft. To the extent that they have made use of
their right to exchange their shareholdings for holdings of DaimlerChrysler
Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding Aktiengesellschaft, they have the right to exchange
this new shareholding for cash or for ordinary shares of DaimlerChrysler AG.
This right has already been partially exercised.
In 1996, DaimlerChrysler Luxembourg Capital S.A., formerly known as
Daimler-Benz Capital (Luxembourg) AG, a DaimlerChrysler subsidiary, issued
4 1/8% bearer notes with appertaining warrants due July 5, 2003 with a nominal
amount of DM 1,000 ([EURO]511) per note. Each note has warrants attached that
originally entitled the noteholder to receive 10.254 Daimler-Benz ordinary
shares, consisting partially of shares already issued and partially of newly
issued shares. In accordance with Section 23 of the German Transformation Act
(UMWANDLUNGSGESETZ) these warrants are now DaimlerChrysler AG warrants which
entitle the noteholder to receive 10.30527 DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. As
of February 14, 2002, there were outstanding warrants for approximately
1.1 million new DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares.
In 1997, Daimler-Benz AG issued 5 3/4% subordinated mandatory convertible
notes due June 14, 2002 convertible into newly issued Daimler-Benz ordinary
shares on or before June 4, 2002. In accordance with Section 23 of the German
Transformation Act these notes, including notes represented by American
Depositary Notes and DM Book Entry Securities, are now notes of DaimlerChrysler
AG, convertible into DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. If they are not converted
by June 4, 2002, the notes will be mandatorily converted into DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares at a conversion rate to be determined on the basis of an average
price for the shares on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange during a specified window
period. As of February 14, 2002, the maximum number of ordinary shares that
would be issued upon exercise of all outstanding conversion rights was
approximately 9.5 million.
In addition, DaimlerChrysler Board of Management members and other senior
executives of DaimlerChrysler hold options granted under the stock option plans
instituted by Daimler-Benz AG in 1996 and by DaimlerChrysler AG in 2000. See
"Share Ownership" in "Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees."
MEMORANDUM AND ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION
ORGANIZATION AND REGISTER
DaimlerChrysler AG is a stock corporation organized in the Federal Republic
of Germany under the Stock Corporation Law (AKTIENGESETZ). DaimlerChrysler AG is
registered in the Commercial Register (HANDELSREGISTER) maintained by the local
court in Stuttgart, Germany, under the entry number "HRB 19360."
CORPORATE GOVERNANCE
German stock corporations are principally governed by three separate bodies:
the annual general meeting of shareholders, the supervisory board and the board
of management. Their roles are defined by German law and by the corporation's
memorandum and articles of association (SATZUNG), and may be described generally
as follows:
- THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OF SHAREHOLDERS -- ratifies the actions of the
corporation's supervisory board and board of management. It approves the
amount of the annual dividend, the appointment of an independent auditor,
and certain significant corporate transactions. In corporations with more
than 2,000 employees, shareholders and employees elect or appoint an equal
number of representatives to the supervisory board. The annual general
meeting must be held within the first eight months of each fiscal year.
- THE SUPERVISORY BOARD -- appoints and removes the members of the board of
management and oversees the management of the corporation. Although prior
approval of the supervisory board may be required in connection with
certain significant matters, the law prohibits the supervisory board from
making management decisions.
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- THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT -- manages the corporation's business and
represents it in dealings with third parties. The board of management
submits regular reports to the supervisory board about the corporation's
operations and business strategies, and prepares special reports upon
request. A person may not serve on the board of management and the
supervisory board of a corporation at the same time.
Several additional corporate governance provisions applicable to
DaimlerChrysler AG are summarized below.
OBJECTS AND PURPOSES
Section 2 of DaimlerChrysler AG's Memorandum and Articles of Association
states that its object is to pursue, directly or indirectly, business in the
fields of development, production and sale of products and rendering of
services, especially in the following lines of business: vehicles for use on
land; vehicles for use on water, in the air and in space and other products in
the fields of transport, aerospace, space, and marine technology; engines and
other technological propulsion systems; plants, machinery and equipment for
power generation, distribution and utilization; electrical and electronic
equipment, plants and systems; communication and information technology,
business consulting; financial services of all kinds, insurance brokerage, and
activities in the fields of media and expositions; and management and
development of real property. The Articles authorize DaimlerChrysler AG to take
all actions that serve the attainment of its objects, except that it is not
permitted to carry out directly banking and real property transactions that are
subject to license requirements.
DIRECTORS
Under German law, DaimlerChrysler's Supervisory Board members and Board of
Management members owe a duty of loyalty and care to DaimlerChrysler. They must
exercise the standard of care of a prudent and diligent businessman and bear the
burden of proving they did so if their actions are contested. Both Boards must
consider the interests of DaimlerChrysler AG's shareholders and its workers and,
to some extent, the common interest. Those who violate their duties may be held
jointly and severally liable for any resulting damages, unless their actions
were validly approved by resolution at a shareholders' meeting. Further, a
Supervisory Board member may not receive a loan from DaimlerChrysler AG unless
approved by the Supervisory Board, and may not vote on a matter that concerns
ratification of his own acts or in which he has a material interest. See also
"Item 6. Directors, Senior Management and Employees" for further information
about the Supervisory Board and the Board of Management.
ORDINARY SHARES
The capital stock of DaimlerChrysler AG consists of ordinary shares, no par
value (STUECKAKTIEN), which are issued in registered form. Record holders of
ordinary shares are registered in DaimlerChrysler's share register
(AKTIENREGISTER). The share register is administered on behalf of
DaimlerChrysler AG by Deutsche Bank AG, as transfer agent and registrar in
Germany and various other countries, and by The Bank of New York, as transfer
agent and registrar in the United States.
Following is a summary of the significant provisions under German law and
DaimlerChrysler's Articles of Association relating to ordinary shares:
- CAPITAL INCREASES. The share capital may be increased in consideration of
contributions in cash or in property, or by establishing authorized
capital or conditional capital. Authorized capital provides the Board of
Management with the flexibility to issue new shares for a period of up to
five years, generally to preserve liquidity. Conditional capital allows
the Board of Management to issue new shares for specified purposes,
including employee stock option plans, mergers, and the issuance of shares
upon conversion of option bonds and convertible bonds. Capital increases
require an amendment of the Articles of Association approved by 75% of the
issued shares present at the shareholders' meeting at which the increase
is proposed. The Board of Management must also obtain the approval of the
Supervisory Board before issuing new shares. DaimlerChrysler AG's Articles
of Association do not contain conditions regarding changes in the share
capital that are more stringent than the law requires.
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- REDEMPTION. The share capital may also be reduced by an amendment of the
Articles of Association approved by 75% of the issued shares present at
the shareholders' meeting.
- PREEMPTIVE RIGHTS. DaimlerChrysler AG's Articles of Association provide
that the preemptive right of shareholders to subscribe (BEZUGSRECHT) for
any issue of additional shares, debt instruments convertible into shares
or participating debt instruments in proportion to their shareholdings in
the existing capital may be excluded under certain circumstances.
- LIQUIDATION. If DaimlerChrysler AG were to be liquidated, any liquidation
proceeds remaining after all of its liabilities were paid would be
distributed to its shareholders in proportion to their shareholdings.
- NO LIMITATION ON FOREIGN OWNERSHIP. There are no limitations under German
law or in DaimlerChrysler AG's Articles of Association on the right of
persons who are not citizens or residents of Germany to hold or vote
ordinary shares.
DIVIDENDS
Dividends in respect of ordinary shares are declared once a year at the
annual general meeting of shareholders. The Supervisory Board and the Board of
Management ratify the financial statements for each fiscal year and recommend
the disposition of all unappropriated profits for approval by shareholders at
the meeting, including the amount of net profits to be distributed as a
dividend. Shareholders registered in the share register on the date of the
meeting are entitled to receive the dividend. Dividends are paid to shareholders
in proportion to their percentage ownership of the outstanding capital stock.
The Articles of Association authorize the Board of Management, with the
approval of the Supervisory Board, to make an interim payment to shareholders
with respect to the unappropriated profit of the prior financial year, if a
preliminary closing of the financial statements for that year shows a profit.
The interim payment may not exceed 50% of the amount of the foreseeable
unappropriated profit, after deducting any amounts required to be added to the
disclosed reserves. Furthermore, the interim payment may not exceed 50% of the
previous fiscal year's unappropriated profit.
The Articles of Association permit the Board of Management, with the
approval of the Supervisory Board, to issue new shares from capital previously
approved by the shareholders at any time during the year, and to provide that
such new shares are entitled to the entire per ordinary share annual dividend
for the year in which they are issued.
VOTING RIGHTS
Each ordinary share represents one vote. Cumulative voting is not permitted
under German law. DaimlerChrysler AG's Articles of Association provide that
resolutions are passed at shareholder meetings by a simple majority of votes
cast, unless a higher vote is required by law. German law requires that the
following matters, among others, be approved by the affirmative vote of 75% of
the issued shares present at the shareholders' meeting at which the matter is
proposed:
- changing the objects and purposes provision in the articles of
association,
- capital increases and capital decreases,
- excluding preemptive rights of shareholders to subscribe for new shares,
- dissolution,
- a merger into, or a consolidation with, another stock corporation,
- a transfer of all or virtually all of the assets, and
- a change of corporate form.
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SHAREHOLDER MEETINGS
The Board of Management, the Supervisory Board, or shareholders owning in
the aggregate at least 5% of the issued shares may call a meeting of
shareholders. There is no minimum quorum requirement for shareholder meetings.
Among other things, the annual general meeting is asked to ratify the actions of
the Board of Management and the Supervisory Board during the prior year, approve
the disposition of unappropriated profit, and the appointment of an independent
auditor. Shareholder representatives to the Supervisory Board are elected at the
annual general meeting for terms of approximately five years.
In order to be entitled to participate and vote at the meeting, a
shareholder must be registered in the share register on the meeting date, and
must also have notified DaimlerChrysler AG no later than on the third day before
the meeting date that he or she wishes to attend the meeting. Instead of voting
in person at the meeting, shareholders may vote their shares by proxy after
having conferred a power of attorney by signing and returning the proxy card
mailed to them or via Internet in advance of the meeting. A notice of the
meeting including the proxy card, an agenda describing the items to be voted on
at the meeting, and a short form of the annual report is sent to the
shareholders. As a foreign private issuer, DaimlerChrysler is not required to
file a proxy statement under U.S. securities law. The proxy voting process for
DaimlerChrysler's shareholders in North America is substantially similar to the
process utilized by publicly held companies incorporated in the United States.
Amendments to the Articles of Association may be proposed either by the
Supervisory Board and the Board of Management, or by a shareholder or group of
shareholders holding a minimum of either 5% of the issued shares or shares
representing at least [EURO]500,000 of the company's capital stock.
CHANGE IN CONTROL
The Articles do not contain any specific provisions that would have an
effect of delaying, deferring or preventing a change in control of
DaimlerChrysler and that would only apply in the context of a merger,
acquisition or corporate restructuring involving DaimlerChrysler AG or any of
its subsidiaries. On January 1, 2002, the German Takeover Act
(WERTPAPIERERWERBS- UND UEBERNAHMEGESETZ) became effective. It requires, among
other things, that a bidder seeking control of a company with its corporate seat
in Germany and traded on a European Union stock exchange must publish advance
notice of a tender offer; submit a draft offer statement to the Federal
Supervisory Authority for Securities Trading (BUNDESAUFSICHTSAMT FUER DEN
WERTPAPIERHANDEL) for review; and obtain certification from a qualified
financial institution that adequate financing is in place to complete the offer.
Once a bidder has acquired shares representing 30% of the voting power, it must
make an offer for all remaining shares of the target. The Takeover Act requires
the board of management of the target to refrain from taking any measures that
may frustrate the success of the takeover offer. However, the target board of
management is permitted to take any action which a prudent and diligent
management of a company that is not the target of a takeover bid would also
take. Moreover, the target board of management may search for other bidders and,
with the prior approval of the supervisory board, may take other defensive
measures, provided that both boards act within the parameters of their general
authority under the German Stock Corporation Law. The board of management may
also adopt specific defensive measures if such measures have been approved by
the supervisory board and were specifically authorized by the shareholders no
later than 18 months in advance of a takeover bid by resolution of 75% of the
votes cast.
DISCLOSURE OF SHAREHOLDINGS
DaimlerChrysler AG's Articles of Association do not require shareholders to
disclose their shareholdings. The Securities Trading Act
(WERTPAPIERHANDELSGESETZ), however, requires holders of voting securities of a
corporation whose shares are listed on a stock exchange to notify the
corporation of the number of shares they hold if that number reaches, exceeds or
falls below specified thresholds. These thresholds are 5%, 10%, 25%, 50% and 75%
of the corporation's outstanding voting rights.
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CURRENCY CONVERSION -- DIVIDENDS
Under the transfer agent agreement in place with the U.S. transfer agent,
shareholders registered in the share register with addresses in the United
States may elect to receive dividends in either euros or U.S. dollars. Unless
instructed otherwise, the U.S. transfer agent will convert all cash dividends
and other cash distributions it receives in respect of ordinary shares into U.S.
dollars before payment to the shareholder. The amount distributed will be
reduced by any amounts required to be withheld by DaimlerChrysler AG or the U.S.
transfer agent on account of taxes or other governmental charges.
OTHER
Claims against members of the Supervisory Board or Board of Management may
be asserted on behalf of DaimlerChrysler AG if the shareholders' meeting so
resolves by simple majority or upon request of shareholders holding in the
aggregate at least 10% of the issued shares. The shareholders' meeting or a
court of competent jurisdiction, upon request by shareholders holding in the
aggregate at least 10% (under special circumstances 5%) of the issued shares or
shares representing at least [EURO]1,000,000 (under special circumstances
[EURO]500,000) of the company's capital stock must then appoint a special
representative to pursue such a claim.
MATERIAL CONTRACTS
As previously reported in DaimlerChrysler's Annual Report on Form 20-F for
the year 2000, DaimlerChrysler and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation established an
alliance in October 2000 calling for cooperation in the design, development,
production and distribution of passenger cars and light commercial vehicles
throughout the world, and DaimlerChrysler acquired a 34% equity interest in
Mitsubishi Motors for [EURO]2.2 billion. In June 2001, DaimlerChrysler increased
its shareholding in Mitsubishi Motors to 37.3% by acquiring AB Volvo's 3.3%
equity interest in Mitsubishi Motors.
As previously reported in DaimlerChrysler's Annual Report on Form 20-F for
the year 2000, Deutsche Telekom and DaimlerChrysler Services AG formed a joint
venture in October 2000 in the area of information technology. Deutsche Telekom
contributed [EURO]4.6 billion in cash to DaimlerChrysler's information
technology subsidiary debis Systemhaus GmbH in return for which Deutsche Telekom
received a 50.1% interest in debis Systemhaus (now known as T-Systems ITS). In
January 2002, DaimlerChrysler decided to exit the joint venture by exercising
its option to sell to Deutsche Telekom the Group's 49.9% interest for proceeds
of [EURO]4.7 billion. The sale is expected to close in March 2002 with the
termination of the joint venture.
EXCHANGE CONTROLS
The euro is a fully convertible currency. There are, except in limited
embargo circumstances, currently no legal restrictions in Germany on
international capital movements and foreign exchange transactions that would
prevent the transfer of capital or remittance of dividends or other payments to
shareholders of DaimlerChrysler AG who are not residents or citizens of Germany.
For statistical purposes only, every individual or corporation residing in
Germany must report to the German Central Bank (DEUTSCHE BUNDESBANK), subject
only to immaterial exceptions, any payment received from or made to an
individual or a corporation resident outside of Germany (non-residents) if the
payment exceeds [EURO]12,500 (or the equivalent in a foreign currency). In
addition, German residents, except financial institutions, must report any
claims against or liabilities payable to non-residents that in the aggregate
exceed [EURO]1.5 million (or the equivalent in a foreign currency) at the end of
any one month.
TAXATION
The following is a discussion of the material United States federal income
and German tax consequences to Qualified Holders holding DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares. This discussion is based upon existing United States federal
income and German tax law, including legislation, regulations, administrative
rulings and court decisions, as in effect on the date of this Annual Report, all
of which are subject to change, possibly with retroactive effect. For purposes
of this discussion, in general, a "Qualified Holder" means a beneficial owner of
DaimlerChrysler
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ordinary shares that (1) is a resident of the United States for purposes of the
United States-Germany income tax treaty (the "Income Tax Treaty"), which
generally includes an individual United States resident, a corporation created
or organized under the laws of the United States, any state thereof or the
District of Columbia and a partnership, estate or trust, to the extent its
income is subject to taxation in the United States as the income of a United
States resident, either in its hands or in the hands of its partners or
beneficiaries, (2) does not hold DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares as part of the
business property of a permanent establishment located in Germany or as part of
a fixed base of an individual located in Germany and used for the performance of
independent personal services and (3) if not an individual, is not subject to
the limitation on benefits restrictions in the Income Tax Treaty. This
discussion assumes that the Qualified Holder holds DaimlerChrysler ordinary
shares as a capital asset. This discussion does not address all aspects of
United States federal income and German taxation that may be relevant to all
Qualified Holders in light of their particular circumstances, including, for
example, Qualified Holders whose stock was acquired pursuant to the exercise of
an employee stock option or otherwise as compensation or Qualified Holders who
are subject to special treatment under United States federal income tax laws
(for example, financial institutions, insurance companies, tax-exempt
organizations and broker-dealers). This discussion also does not address any
aspects of state, local or non-United States (other than certain German) tax
law.
EACH QUALIFIED HOLDER IS STRONGLY URGED TO CONSULT HIS OR HER TAX ADVISOR AS
TO THE UNITED STATES FEDERAL INCOME AND GERMAN TAX CONSEQUENCES OF HOLDING
DAIMLERCHRYSLER ORDINARY SHARES, INCLUDING THE PARTICULAR FACTS AND
CIRCUMSTANCES THAT MAY BE UNIQUE TO SUCH QUALIFIED HOLDER, AND AS TO ANY OTHER
TAX CONSEQUENCES OF HOLDING DAIMLERCHRYSLER ORDINARY SHARES.
TAXATION OF DIVIDENDS
Under German law, German corporations are required to withhold German tax on
dividends paid to non-resident stockholders in 2002 at an aggregate rate of
21.1% (consisting of a 20% withholding tax and a 1.1% surcharge). Qualified
Holders can obtain a partial refund of this 21.1% aggregate withholding tax
under the Income Tax Treaty (subject to certain limitations). Qualified Holders
are generally subject to United States federal income tax on dividends paid by
German corporations. Subject to applicable limitations of United States federal
income tax law, Qualified Holders may be able to claim a foreign tax credit for
certain German income taxes paid. The amount of the refund of German withholding
tax and the determination of the foreign tax credit allowable against United
States federal income tax generally depend on whether or not the Qualified
Holder is a United States corporation owning at least 10% of the voting stock of
DaimlerChrysler AG (a "10% Holder").
In the case of any Qualified Holder other than a 10% Holder, the 21.1%
aggregate German withholding tax on the dividends paid in 2002 is reduced under
the Income Tax Treaty to 15% of the gross amount of the dividend. Such Qualified
Holders may, therefore, apply for a refund of German withholding tax on
dividends paid in 2002 in the amount of 6.1% of the gross amount of the dividend
(21.1% aggregate German withholding tax rate minus 15% Income Tax Treaty
withholding tax rate). Qualified Holders are not entitled to the dividends
received deduction for United States federal income tax purposes with respect to
dividends paid by non-United States corporations.
Thus, each $100 of gross dividend that DaimlerChrysler AG pays in 2002 to a
Qualified Holder (other than a 10% Holder) will be subject to a German
withholding tax of $15 after the partial refund of the German withholding tax
under the Income Tax Treaty, and the cash received per $100 of gross dividend
will be $85. For United States federal income tax purposes, the Qualified Holder
is generally treated as receiving a total dividend of $100. The Qualified Holder
will include $100 in gross income and may be entitled to a foreign tax credit of
$15, subject to applicable limitations of United States federal income tax law.
The German corporate imputation system that provided German resident
individual shareholders with a tax credit in respect of dividends paid by German
corporations was repealed, effective with respect to dividends paid
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after 2001. Consequently, Qualified Holders are no longer entitled to the
additional 5% treaty refund that was available with respect to dividends paid
before 2002. However, the aggregate German withholding tax was reduced from
26.375% to 21.1% with respect to dividends paid after 2001.
In the case of a 10% Holder, the 21.1% aggregate German withholding tax on
dividends paid in 2002 is reduced under the Income Tax Treaty to 5% of the gross
amount of the dividend. Such 10% Holders may, therefore, apply for a refund of
German withholding tax on dividends paid in 2002 in the amount of 16.1% of the
gross amount of the dividend (21.1% aggregate German withholding tax rate minus
5% Income Tax Treaty withholding tax rate). Subject to applicable limitations of
United States federal income tax laws, a 10% Holder may be entitled to a foreign
tax credit for the 5% German withholding tax on dividends and for the portion of
the total income taxes (trade income tax and corporation income tax, including
any surtax) paid by DaimlerChrysler AG attributable to distributed profits.
Dividends paid in euros to a Qualified Holder of DaimlerChrysler ordinary
shares will be included in income in a dollar amount calculated by reference to
the exchange rate in effect on the date the dividends are received or treated as
received by such holder. If dividends paid in euros are converted into dollars
on the date received or treated as received, Qualified Holders generally should
not be required to recognize foreign currency gain or loss in respect of each
dividend.
REFUND PROCEDURES
To claim the refund reflecting the current reduction of the aggregate German
withholding tax from 21.1% to 15% (or to 5% for 10% Holders), a Qualified Holder
must submit (either directly or, as described below, through the U.S. transfer
agent for DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares or the Depository Trust Company) a
claim for refund to the German tax authorities, with the original bank voucher
(or certified copy thereof) issued by the paying entity documenting the tax
withheld within four years from the end of the calendar year in which the
dividend is received. Claims for refunds are made on a special German claim for
refund form, which must be filed with the German tax authorities: Bundesamt fuer
Finanzen, 53221 Bonn, Germany. The German claim for refund forms may be obtained
from the German tax authorities at the same address where the applications are
filed or from the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany, 4645 Reservoir
Road, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20007-1998.
Qualified Holders must also submit to the German tax authorities
certification (IRS Form 6166) of their last filed United States federal income
tax return. Such certification is obtained from the office of the Director of
the Internal Revenue Service Center by filing a request for the certification
with the Internal Revenue Service -- Philadelphia Service Center, Foreign
Certification Request, P.O. Box 16347, Philadelphia, PA 19114-0447. (Additional
information, including IRS Publication 686, can be obtained from the Internal
Revenue Service website at WWW.IRS.GOV.) Requests for certification are to be
made in writing and must include the Qualified Holder's name, social security
number or employer identification number, tax return form number and tax period
for which certification is requested. The Internal Revenue Service will send the
certification directly to the German tax authorities if the Qualified Holder
authorizes the Internal Revenue Service to do so. This certification is valid
for three years and need only be resubmitted in a fourth year in the event of a
subsequent application for refund.
The U.S. transfer agent will receive and distribute dividends to Qualified
Holders who hold DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares of record and will perform
administrative functions necessary to claim the refund reflecting the current
reduction in aggregate German withholding tax from 21.1% to 15% (or to 5% for
10% Holders), for such holders. These arrangements may be amended or revoked at
any time in the future.
Under a simplified and accelerated refund procedure, the U.S. transfer agent
will prepare the German claim for refund forms on behalf of Qualified Holders
and file them electronically with the German tax authorities. In order for the
U.S. transfer agent to file the claim for refund forms, the U.S. transfer agent
will prepare and mail to these Qualified Holders, and the holders will be
requested to sign and return to the U.S. transfer agent, (1) a statement
authorizing the U.S. transfer agent to perform these procedures and agreeing
that the German tax authorities may inform the IRS of any refunds of German
taxes and (2) a written authorization to remit the refund of withholding to an
account other than that of the Qualified Holder. The U.S. transfer agent will
attach the signed
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statement and the documentation issued by the paying agency documenting the
dividend paid and the tax withheld to the claim for refund form and file them
with the German tax authorities. Qualified Holders should also request
certification (IRS Form 6166) of their last filed United States federal income
tax return from the IRS and have it ready for presentation to the U.S. transfer
agent upon request. This certification (IRS Form 6166) may be requested from the
Qualified Holder if the Qualified Holder is selected as part of a verifying
sample; if in this case, the certification (IRS Form 6166) cannot be presented
by the Qualified Holder within a reasonable time, the refund of the German
withholding taxes will be denied.
A simplified refund procedure for Qualified Holders whose DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares are registered with brokers participating in the Depository
Trust Company is in effect between the Depository Trust Company and the German
tax authorities. Under this simplified refund procedure, the Depository Trust
Company provides the German tax authorities with electronic certification of the
U.S. taxpayer status of such Qualified Holders based on information it receives
from its broker participants, and claims a refund on behalf of those Qualified
Holders. Accordingly, these Qualified Holders do not need to file refund claim
forms through the U.S. transfer agent.
The German tax authorities will issue refunds denominated in euros. The
refunds will be issued in the name of the U.S. transfer agent or the Depository
Trust Company, as the case may be, which will convert the refunds to dollars and
make corresponding refund payments to Qualified Holders and to brokers. The
brokers, in turn, will remit corresponding refund amounts to the Qualified
Holders holding DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares registered with such brokers.
Qualified Holders of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares who receive a refund
attributable to reduced withholding taxes under the Income Tax Treaty may be
required to recognize foreign currency gain or loss, which will be treated as
ordinary income or loss, to the extent that the dollar value of the refund
received or treated as received by the Qualified Holder differs from the dollar
equivalent of the refund on the date the dividend on which such withholding
taxes were imposed was received or treated as received by the Qualified Holder.
TAXATION OF CAPITAL GAINS
Under the Income Tax Treaty, a Qualified Holder will not be liable for
German tax on capital gains realized or accrued on the sale or other disposition
of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares.
Upon a sale or other disposition of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares, a
Qualified Holder will recognize capital gain or loss for United States federal
income tax purposes equal to the difference between the amount realized and the
Qualified Holder's adjusted tax basis in the DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares. In
the case of an individual Qualified Holder of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares,
any such capital gain will generally be subject to a maximum United States
federal income tax rate of 20%, if the individual Qualified Holder's holding
period in the DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares is more than 12 months.
GERMAN GIFT AND INHERITANCE TAXES
The United States-Germany estate tax treaty provides that an individual
whose domicile is determined to be in the United States for purposes of such
treaty will not be subject to German inheritance and gift tax (the equivalent of
the United States federal estate and gift tax) on the individual's death or
making of a gift unless the DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares (1) are part of the
business property of a permanent establishment located in Germany or (2) are
part of the assets of a fixed base of an individual located in Germany and used
for the performance of independent personal services. An individual's domicile
in the United States, however, does not prevent imposition of German inheritance
and gift tax with respect to an heir, donee or other beneficiary who is
domiciled in Germany at the time the individual died or the gift was made.
The United States-Germany estate tax treaty also provides a credit against
United States federal estate and gift tax liability for the amount of
inheritance and gift tax paid in Germany, subject to certain limitations, in a
case where the DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares are subject to German inheritance
or gift tax and United States federal estate or gift tax.
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GERMAN CAPITAL TAX (VERMOEGENSTEUER)
The Income Tax Treaty provides that a Qualified Holder will not be subject
to German capital tax (VERMOEGENSTEUER) with respect to the DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares. As a result of a judicial decision, the German capital tax
(VERMOEGENSTEUER) presently is not imposed.
OTHER GERMAN TAXES
There are no German transfer, stamp or other similar taxes that would apply
to Qualified Holders upon receipt, purchase, holding or sale of DaimlerChrysler
ordinary shares.
UNITED STATES INFORMATION REPORTING AND BACKUP WITHHOLDING
Dividends on DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares, and payments of the proceeds
of a sale of DaimlerChrysler ordinary shares, paid within the United States or
through certain U.S.-related financial intermediaries are subject to information
reporting and may be subject to backup withholding at a 30% rate (for calendar
years 2002 and 2003) unless the Qualified Holder (1) is a corporation or other
exempt recipient or (2) provides a taxpayer identification number and certifies
that no loss of exemption from backup withholding has occurred.
DOCUMENTS ON DISPLAY
DaimlerChrysler is subject to the informational requirements of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. In accordance with these
requirements, DaimlerChrysler files reports and other information with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. Members of the general public may read and
copy these materials, including this Annual Report and the exhibits thereto, at
the Commission's Public Reference Room at 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington,
D.C. 20549 and at the Commission's regional offices at 500 West Madison Street,
Suite 1400, Chicago, Illinois 60661-2511, and 233 Broadway, New York, New York
10274, and may also obtain copies of the materials by mail from the Public
Reference Room of the Commission at 450 Fifth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C.
20549, at prescribed rates. The public may obtain information on the operation
of the Commission's Public Reference Room by calling the Commission in the
United States at 1-800-SEC-0330. The Commission also maintains a web site at
WWW.SEC.GOV that contains reports, proxy statements and other information
regarding registrants that file electronically with the Commission.
DaimlerChrysler's annual reports and some of the other information submitted by
DaimlerChrysler to the Commission may be accessed through this web site. In
addition, material filed by DaimlerChrysler can be inspected at the offices of
the New York Stock Exchange at 20 Broad Street, New York, New York 10005.
ITEM 11. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK.
The DaimlerChrysler Group is exposed to market risks from changes in foreign
currency exchange rates, interest rates and equity prices. These changes may
adversely affect DaimlerChrysler's operating results and financial condition.
The Group seeks to manage these risks through its regular operating and
financing activities and, when deemed appropriate, through the use of derivative
financial instruments. DaimlerChrysler controls and manages foreign exchange
risk, interest rate risk and equity price risk by continually monitoring changes
in key economic indicators and market information.
In order to quantify the foreign exchange risk, interest rate risk and
equity price risk of the Group on a continuous basis, DaimlerChrysler's risk
management control systems employ value-at-risk analyses as recommended by the
Bank for International Settlements. The value-at-risk calculations employed by
DaimlerChrysler express potential losses in fair values, are based on the
variance-covariance-approach and assume a 99% confidence level and a holding
period of five days. Estimates of volatilities and correlations are primarily
drawn from the RiskMetrics-TM- datasets and supplemented by additional exchange
rate, interest rate and equity price information.
The Group does not use financial instruments for trading or other
speculative purposes.
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Following organizational standards in the international banking industry,
DaimlerChrysler maintains risk management control systems independent of
Corporate Treasury and with a separate reporting line.
See also Note 30 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
EXCHANGE RATE RISK
TRANSACTION RISK AND CURRENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
As a consequence of the global nature of DaimlerChrysler's businesses, its
operations and its reported financial results and cash flows are exposed to the
risks associated with fluctuations in the exchange rates of the dollar, the euro
and other world currencies. The Group's businesses are exposed to transaction
risk whenever revenues of a business are denominated in a currency other than
the currency in which the business incurs the costs relating to those revenues.
This risk exposure primarily affects the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart
segment. The Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment generates its revenues
mainly in the currencies of the countries in which cars are sold, but it incurs
manufacturing costs primarily in euros. The Commercial Vehicles segment is also
subject to transaction risk, although -- because of its global production
network -- to a minor degree. Since the Chrysler Group segment generates the
vast majority of its revenues and costs in dollars, the transaction risk of this
segment is relatively low compared to that of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger
Cars & smart segment. The Other Activities segment has transaction risk
resulting from the dollar exposure of the aircraft engine business conducted
through MTU Aero Engines.
Cash inflows and outflows of the business segments balance themselves out if
they are denominated in the same currency. Therefore, only the unmatched amounts
are subject to transaction risk. The currency exposure of DaimlerChrysler is
additionally reduced through the natural hedging potential arising from offsets
in the euro exposure of the Chrysler Group with the dollar exposure of the
Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart and Commercial Vehicles segments. In order
to provide an additional natural hedge against the remaining transaction risk
exposure, DaimlerChrysler attempts to increase cash outflows in the same
currencies in which it has a net excess inflow, where possible and appropriate.
It achieves this mainly through increased procurement in foreign currencies and
by increasing production in those countries which are primary markets for the
Group's products.
In order to mitigate the impact of currency exchange rate fluctuations,
DaimlerChrysler continually assesses its exposure to currency risks and hedges a
portion of those risks through the use of derivative financial instruments.
Responsibility for managing DaimlerChrysler's currency exposures and use of
currency derivatives is centralized within the Group's Currency Committee. The
Currency Committee, which consists of two separate sub-groups, one for the
Group's vehicle businesses and one for MTU Aero Engines, is comprised of members
of senior management from each of the respective businesses as well as from
Corporate Treasury and Risk Controlling. Corporate Treasury implements decisions
concerning foreign currency hedging taken by the Currency Committee. Risk
Controlling regularly informs the Board of Management of the actions of
Corporate Treasury based on the decisions of the Currency Committee. Corporate
Treasury is responsible for assessing and managing foreign currency exposures
through transactions with international financial institutions. In addition to
the currency exposure inherent in the Group's operational business, exchange
rate fluctuations can also affect the conversion into euros of profits of
subsidiaries located outside the euro zone. This risk is also managed by
Corporate Treasury.
The principal derivative financial instruments used by the Group to cover
foreign currency exposures are forward foreign exchange contracts and currency
options. The policy of the Group is to use a mixture of these instruments
depending upon the Group's view of market conditions which is based on
fundamental analysis and technical analysis. For a description of the accounting
for derivative financial instruments, see Note 30 to the Consolidated Financial
Statements.
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The following table shows the period-end, high, low and average
value-at-risk figures for DaimlerChrysler's 2001 and 2000 portfolio of
derivative financial instruments used to hedge the underlying currency exposure.
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000
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PERIOD- PERIOD-
VALUE-AT-RISK END HIGH LOW AVERAGE END HIGH LOW AVERAGE
- ------------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Exchange Rate Risk.................... 368 504 368 430 541 738 502 574
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The average and period-end values-at-risk of derivative financial
instruments used to hedge exchange rate risk decreased in 2001, primarily as a
result of lower foreign exchange rate volatilities and a slightly decreased
foreign exchange derivatives' volume.
DaimlerChrysler changed the presentation of exchange rate risk from the
sensitivity analysis used in previous reports to value-at-risk to have a uniform
method for the measurement of exchange rate risk, interest rate risk and equity
price risk that allows comparisons between the different types of market risks.
EFFECTS OF CURRENCY TRANSLATION
Many subsidiaries of DaimlerChrysler are located outside the euro zone.
Since the Group's financial reporting currency is the euro, the income
statements of these subsidiaries are translated into euros for inclusion of the
results of these subsidiaries in the DaimlerChrysler consolidated financial
statements. Period-to-period changes in the average exchange rate for a
particular country's currency can significantly affect the translation into
euros of both revenues and operating income denominated in that currency. Unlike
the effect of exchange rate fluctuations on transaction exposure, the effect of
exchange rate translation exposure does not affect the Group's local currency
cash flows.
DaimlerChrysler has significant assets, liabilities and operations outside
the euro zone which are denominated in local currencies, most importantly
DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation and DaimlerChrysler's
financial services companies. The long-term currency risk inherent in these
investments is subject to continuing assessment and evaluation. This type of
risk generally remains unhedged. However, in specific circumstances,
DaimlerChrysler seeks to hedge the currency risk inherent in certain of its
long-term investments. Effects from currency fluctuations on the translation of
net asset amounts into euros will be reflected in the Group's equity position.
INTEREST RATE RISK
DaimlerChrysler holds a variety of interest rate sensitive assets and
liabilities to manage the liquidity and cash needs of its day-to-day operations.
In addition, a substantial volume of interest rate sensitive assets and
liabilities is related to the leasing and sales financing business which is
operated by DaimlerChrysler Services. In particular, the Group's leasing and
sales financing business enters into transactions with customers, primarily
resulting in fixed-rate receivables. DaimlerChrysler's general policy is to
match funding in terms of maturities and interest rates. However, for a limited
portion of the receivables portfolio funding does not match in terms of
maturities and interest rates. As a result, DaimlerChrysler is exposed to risks
due to changes in interest rates.
DaimlerChrysler coordinates funding activities of the industrial business
and financial services on the Group level. It uses interest rate derivative
instruments such as interest rate swaps, forward rate agreements, swaptions,
caps and floors to achieve the desired interest rate maturities and
asset/liability structures.
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The following table shows the period-end, high, low and average
value-at-risk figures for DaimlerChrysler's 2001 and 2000 portfolio of interest
rate sensitive financial instruments.
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000(1)
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PERIOD- PERIOD-
VALUE-AT-RISK END HIGH LOW AVERAGE END HIGH LOW AVERAGE
- ------------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Interest Rate Risk..................... 334 442 126 272 126 163 81 128
</Table>
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(1) Financial instruments attributable to those aerospace activities which were
contributed to EADS were only considered prior to July 2000.
------------------------------
In 2001, the average and period-end values-at-risk of DaimlerChrysler's
portfolio of interest rate sensitive financial instruments increased
significantly, primarily due to higher volatilities and an increased mismatch
funding of the Group's leasing and sales financing business.
EQUITY PRICE RISK
DaimlerChrysler also holds investments in equity securities. These
securities subject DaimlerChrysler to risks due to changes in quoted market
prices. DaimlerChrysler uses derivative financial instruments including futures
and options to manage the risks arising from changes in equity prices.
The following table shows the period-end, high, low and average
value-at-risk figures for DaimlerChrysler's 2001 and 2000 portfolio of equity
securities.
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000
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PERIOD- PERIOD-
VALUE-AT-RISK END HIGH LOW AVERAGE END HIGH LOW AVERAGE
- ------------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
([EURO] IN MILLIONS)
Equity Price Risk...................... 3 87 3 22 87 105 82 95
</Table>
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In 2001, DaimlerChrysler changed its asset allocation policy and reduced the
portfolio of equity securities. Consequently, the average and period-end
values-at-risk of the equity portfolio decreased significantly.
ITEM 12. DESCRIPTION OF SECURITIES OTHER THAN EQUITY SECURITIES.
Not applicable.
PART II
ITEM 13. DEFAULTS, DIVIDEND ARREARAGES AND DELINQUENCIES.
None.
ITEM 14. MATERIAL MODIFICATIONS TO THE RIGHTS OF SECURITY HOLDERS AND USE OF
PROCEEDS.
None.
ITEM 15. [RESERVED].
ITEM 16. [RESERVED].
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PART III
ITEM 17. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
Not applicable.
ITEM 18. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
Consolidated financial statements and schedule -- see pages F-i, F-1 through
F-64 and page S-1.
Separate financial statements for the European Aeronautic Defence and Space
Company EADS N.V. (EADS) and for Mitsubishi Motors Corporation will be filed as
an amendment to this Form 20-F in accordance with Rule 3-09 of Regulation S-X.
DaimlerChrysler expects to file the separate financial statements of EADS no
later than June 30, 2002, and the separate financial statements of Mitsubishi
Motors Corporation no later than September 30, 2002. Each amendment will be
available through the Securities and Exchange Commission's web site at
WWW.SEC.GOV or DaimlerChrysler's web site at WWW.DAIMLERCHRYSLER.COM shortly
after its filing with the Commission. Summarized financial information for these
companies is set forth in Note 3 to the Consolidated Financial Statements.
ITEM 19. EXHIBITS.
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Documents filed as exhibits to this Annual Report:
1.1 Memorandum and Articles of Association (SATZUNG) of DaimlerChrysler AG as
amended to date (English translation filed as an Exhibit to DaimlerChrysler AG's
Annual Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2000, and
incorporated herein by reference.)
2.1 The total amount of long-term debt securities of DaimlerChrysler AG authorized
under any instrument does not exceed 10% of the total assets of the Group on a
consolidated basis. DaimlerChrysler AG hereby agrees to furnish to the
Commission, upon its request, a copy of any instrument defining the rights of
holders of long-term debt of DaimlerChrysler AG or its subsidiaries for which
consolidated or unconsolidated statements are required to be filed.
4.1 The following agreements (without exhibits and schedules): the Amended and
Restated Master Alliance Agreement dated as of September 8, 2000 between
DaimlerChrysler AG and Mitsubishi Motors Corporation; the Amended and Restated
Standstill Agreement between those parties dated as of September 8, 2000; the
Securities Subscription Agreement between DaimlerChrysler AG, Mitsubishi Motors
Corporation, and DaimlerChrysler Japan Holding, LTD. dated as of July 28, 2000;
the Amendment to the Securities Subscription Agreement dated as of September 8,
2000; and Amendment No. 2 to the Securities Subscription Agreement dated as of
September 28, 2000. (Filed as an Exhibit to DaimlerChrysler AG's Annual Report
on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2000, and incorporated herein by
reference.)
4.2 Joint Venture Agreement, dated April 3, 2000, between DaimlerChrysler Services
(debis) AG, Deutsche Telekom AG and Rubin Telekommunikationsdienste GmbH, and
Option Agreement, dated April 3, 2000, between DaimlerChrysler Services (debis)
AG and Deutsche Telekom AG (Filed as an Exhibit to DaimlerChrysler AG's Annual
Report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2000, and incorporated
herein by reference.)
8.1 Significant subsidiaries owned, directly or indirectly, by DaimlerChrysler AG as
of December 31, 2001, as defined in Regulation S-X, Section 210.1-02(w).
10.1 Independent Auditors' Report on Schedule and Consent of KPMG Deutsche
Treuhand-Gesellschaft AG.
10.2 Independent Auditors' Consent of Deloitte & Touche LLP.
10.3 Independent Auditors' Report of Deloitte & Touche LLP on the consolidated
financial statements of DaimlerChrysler Corporation.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934, the registrant hereby certifies that it meets all of the requirements for
filing on Form 20-F and that it has duly caused and authorized the undersigned
to sign this Annual Report on its behalf.
Date: February 20, 2002
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
By: /s/ JUERGEN E. SCHREMPP
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Juergen E. Schrempp
Chairman of the Board of Management
By: /s/ MANFRED GENTZ
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Dr. Manfred Gentz
Member of the Board of Management
Finance & Controlling
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
INDEX TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SCHEDULES
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<Caption>
PAGE
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Independent Auditors' Report................................ F-1
Consolidated Financial Statements:
Consolidated Statements of Income (Loss) for the years
ended December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999.................. F-2
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2001 and
2000.................................................... F-4
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity
for the years ended December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999.... F-5
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended
December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999........................ F-6
Consolidated Fixed Assets Schedule for the year ended
December 31, 2001....................................... F-8
Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements............ F-10
Financial Statement Schedule:
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts........................... S-1
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INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' REPORT
The Supervisory Board
DaimlerChrysler AG:
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of
DaimlerChrysler AG and subsidiaries ("DaimlerChrysler") as of December 31, 2001
and 2000, and the related consolidated statements of income (loss), changes in
stockholders' equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year
period ended December 31, 2001. These consolidated financial statements are the
responsibility of DaimlerChrysler's management. Our responsibility is to express
an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our audits. We
did not audit the financial statements of DaimlerChrysler Corporation or certain
of its consolidated subsidiaries ("DaimlerChrysler Corporation"), which
statements reflect total assets constituting 29 percent at December 31, 2000,
and total revenues constituting 42 percent and 43 percent for the years ended
December 31, 2000 and 1999, of the related consolidated totals. Those statements
were audited by other auditors whose report has been furnished to us, and our
opinion, insofar as it relates to the amounts included for DaimlerChrysler
Corporation, is based solely on the report of the other auditors.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards in the United States of America. 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 and the report of
the other auditors provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, based on our audits and the report of the other auditors,
the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all
material respects, the financial position of DaimlerChrysler as of December 31,
2001 and 2000, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each
of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2001, in conformity
with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America.
As discussed in Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements, in 2000
DaimlerChrysler adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 133,
"Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," and Emerging
Issues Task Force Issue No. 99-20, "Recognition of Interest Income and
Impairment on Purchased and Retained Beneficial Interests in Securitized
Financial Assets."
KPMG Deutsche Treuhand-Gesellschaft AG
Stuttgart, Germany
February 8, 2002
F-1
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
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<Caption>
CONSOLIDATED
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YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
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2001
(IN MILLIONS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AMOUNTS) NOTE (NOTE 1) 2001 2000 1999
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Revenues 32 $ 136,072 [EURO]152,873 [EURO]162,384 [EURO]149,985
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cost of sales 5 (114,283) (128,394) (134,370) (119,688)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
GROSS MARGIN 21,789 24,479 28,014 30,297
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Selling, administrative and other
expenses 5 (16,317) (18,331) (18,303) (16,063)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Research and development (5,281) (5,933) (6,337) (5,737)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other income 6 1,079 1,212 946 827
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Turnaround plan expenses -- Chrysler
Group 7 (2,727) (3,064) -- --
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE FINANCIAL INCOME (1,457) (1,637) 4,320 9,324
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Financial income (expense), net
(therein gain on issuance of
associated company stock of [EURO]747
in 2001) 8 137 154 156 333
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAXES (1,320) (1,483) 4,476 9,657
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Effects of changes in German tax law -- -- (263) (812)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income taxes 692 777 (1,736) (3,721)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total income taxes 9 692 777 (1,999) (4,533)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Minority interests 39 44 (12) (18)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY
ITEMS AND CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF
CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES (589) (662) 2,465 5,106
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Extraordinary items: 11
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gains on disposals of businesses, net
of taxes (therein gain
on issuance of subsidiary and
associated company stock
of [EURO]2,418 in 2000) -- -- 5,516 659
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Losses on early extinguishment of
debt, net of taxes -- -- -- (19)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles: transition
adjustments resulting from adoption
of SFAS 133 and EITF 99-20, net of
taxes 10 -- -- (87) --
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NET INCOME (LOSS) (589) (662) 7,894 5,746
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE 33
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Basic earnings (loss) per share
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income (loss) before extraordinary
items and cumulative effects of
changes in accounting principles (0.59) (0.66) 2.46 5.09
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Extraordinary items -- -- 5.50 0.64
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles -- -- (0.09) --
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net income (loss) (0.59) (0.66) 7.87 5.73
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income (loss) before extraordinary
items and cumulative effects of
changes in accounting principles (0.59) (0.66) 2.45 5.06
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Extraordinary items -- -- 5.44 0.63
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles -- -- (0.09) --
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net income (loss) (0.59) (0.66) 7.80 5.69
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
<Table>
<Caption>
INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS* FINANCIAL SERVICES*
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------
2001 2000 1999 2001 2000 1999
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
[EURO]136,020 [EURO]147,260 [EURO]139,929 [EURO]16,853 [EURO]15,124 [EURO]10,056 Revenues
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(113,342) (120,474) (111,274) (15,052) (13,896) (8,414) Cost of sales
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
22,678 26,786 28,655 1,801 1,228 1,642 GROSS MARGIN
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(16,756) (17,059) (15,063) (1,575) (1,244) (1,000) Selling, administrative and other expenses
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(5,933) (6,337) (5,737) -- -- -- Research and development
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
1,160 842 691 52 104 136 Other income
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(3,064) -- -- -- -- -- Turnaround plan expenses -- Chrysler Group
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(1,915) 4,232 8,546 278 88 778 INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE FINANCIAL INCOME
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Financial income (expense), net (therein gain
on issuance of associated company stock of
146 166 327 8 (10) 6 [EURO]747 in 2001)
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(1,769) 4,398 8,873 286 78 784 INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME TAXES
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Effects of changes in German tax law
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Income taxes
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
743 (2,152) (4,340) 34 153 (193) Total income taxes
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
46 (11) (16) (2) (1) (2) Minority interests
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS AND
CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING
(980) 2,235 4,517 318 230 589 PRINCIPLES
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Extraordinary items:
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Gains on disposals of businesses, net of
taxes (therein gain on issuance of
subsidiary and associated company stock
-- 5,516 659 -- -- -- of [EURO]2,418 in 2000)
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Losses on early extinguishment of debt, net
-- -- (19) -- -- -- of taxes
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in accounting
principles: transition adjustments
resulting from adoption of SFAS 133 and
-- 10 -- -- (97) -- EITF 99-20, net of taxes
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
(980) 7,761 5,157 318 133 589 NET INCOME (LOSS)
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Basic earnings (loss) per share
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Income (loss) before extraordinary items
and cumulative effects of changes in
-- -- -- -- -- -- accounting principles
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
-- -- -- -- -- -- Extraordinary items
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in
-- -- -- -- -- -- accounting principles
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
-- -- -- -- -- -- Net income (loss)
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Diluted earnings (loss) per share
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Income (loss) before extraordinary items
and cumulative effects of changes in
-- -- -- -- -- -- accounting principles
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
-- -- -- -- -- -- Extraordinary items
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in
-- -- -- -- -- -- accounting principles
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
-- -- -- -- -- -- Net income (loss)
- ---------------------------------------- ------------------------------------ ---------------------------------------------
</Table>
* Additional information about the Industrial Business and Financial Services is
not required under U.S. GAAP and is unaudited.
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<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
<Table>
<Caption>
FINANCIAL
CONSOLIDATED INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS* SERVICES*
------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
AT DECEMBER 31, AT DECEMBER 31, AT DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
2001
(IN MILLIONS) NOTE (NOTE 1) 2001 2000 2001 2000 2001 2000
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
ASSETS
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Intangible assets 12 $ 2,548 [EURO] 2,863 [EURO] 3,113 [EURO] 2,662 [EURO] 2,907 [EURO] 201 [EURO] 206
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Property, plant and
equipment, net 12 36,641 41,165 40,145 41,016 40,043 149 102
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Investments and long-term
financial assets 18 11,015 12,375 12,107 11,349 10,967 1,026 1,140
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Equipment on operating
leases, net 13 32,046 36,002 33,714 3,004 3,047 32,998 30,667
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
FIXED ASSETS 82,250 92,405 89,079 58,031 56,964 34,374 32,115
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Inventories 14 14,913 16,754 16,283 15,338 15,333 1,416 950
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Trade receivables 15 5,723 6,430 7,995 6,134 7,617 296 378
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Receivables from
financial services 16 44,071 49,512 48,673 26 30 49,486 48,643
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Other receivables 17 14,409 16,188 14,396 7,512 6,414 8,676 7,982
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Securities 18 2,739 3,077 5,378 2,636 4,195 441 1,183
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Cash and cash equivalents 19 10,172 11,428 7,127 8,057 6,445 3,371 682
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
NON-FIXED ASSETS 92,027 103,389 99,852 39,703 40,034 63,686 59,818
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
DEFERRED TAXES 9 2,679 3,010 2,436 2,930 2,350 80 86
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
PREPAID EXPENSES 20 7,660 8,606 7,907 8,480 7,782 126 125
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
TOTAL ASSETS (THEREOF
SHORT-TERM 2001:
[EURO]68,676; 2000:
[EURO]71,300) 184,616 207,410 199,274 109,144 107,130 98,266 92,144
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
LIABILITIES AND
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Capital stock $ 2,322 [EURO]2,609 [EURO]2,609
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Additional paid-in
capital 6,485 7,286 7,286
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Retained earnings 23,536 26,441 29,461
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Accumulated other
comprehensive income 2,374 2,668 3,053
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Treasury stock -- -- --
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY 21 34,717 39,004 42,409 [EURO]29,009 [EURO]35,825 [EURO]9,995 [EURO]6,584
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
MINORITY INTERESTS 371 417 519 403 506 14 13
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
ACCRUED LIABILITIES 23 37,001 41,570 36,441 40,534 35,772 1,036 669
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Financial liabilities 24 80,917 90,908 84,783 15,701 9,508 75,207 75,275
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Trade liabilities 25 12,601 14,157 15,257 13,773 14,875 384 382
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
Other liabilities 26 9,135 10,262 9,621 7,431 7,068 2,831 2,553
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
LIABILITIES 102,653 115,327 109,661 36,905 31,451 78,422 78,210
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
DEFERRED TAXES 9 4,318 4,851 5,480 (2,212) (639) 7,063 6,119
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
DEFERRED INCOME 27 5,556 6,241 4,764 4,505 4,215 1,736 549
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
TOTAL LIABILITIES
(THEREOF SHORT-TERM
2001: [EURO]80,874;
2000: [EURO]81,516) 149,899 168,406 156,865 80,135 71,305 88,271 85,560
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY 184,616 207,410 199,274 109,144 107,130 98,266 92,144
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------ ------------------------
</Table>
* Additional information about the Industrial Business and Financial Services is
not required under U.S. GAAP and is unaudited.
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
<Table>
<Caption>
ACCUMULATED OTHER
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)
-----------------------------------------------
ADDITIONAL CUMULATIVE AVAILABLE- DERIVATIVE MINIMUM
CAPITAL PAID-IN RETAINED TRANSLATION FOR-SALE FINANCIAL PENSION TREASURY
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) STOCK CAPITAL EARNINGS ADJUSTMENT SECURITIES INSTRUMENTS LIABILITY STOCK TOTAL
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BALANCE AT JANUARY 1,
1999 2,561 7,274 20,533 (509) 528 -- (20) -- 30,367
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net income -- -- 5,746 -- -- -- -- -- 5,746
Other comprehensive income
(loss) -- -- -- 2,431 (181) -- (8) -- 2,242
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total comprehensive income 7,988
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Issuance of capital stock 4 63 -- -- -- -- -- -- 67
Purchase of capital stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- (86) (86)
Re-issuance of treasury
stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 86 86
Dividends -- -- (2,356) -- -- -- -- -- (2,356)
Other -- (8) 2 -- -- -- -- -- (6)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31,
1999 2,565 7,329 23,925 1,922 347 -- (28) -- 36,060
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net income -- -- 7,894 -- -- -- -- -- 7,894
Other comprehensive income
(loss) -- -- -- 1,363 (149) (408) 6 -- 812
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total comprehensive income 8,706
Increase in stated value of
capital stock 44 (44) -- -- -- -- -- -- --
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Issuance of capital stock -- 1 -- -- -- -- -- -- 1
Purchase of capital stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- (88) (88)
Re-issuance of treasury
stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 88 88
Dividends -- -- (2,358) -- -- -- -- -- (2,358)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31,
2000 2,609 7,286 29,461 3,285 198 (408) (22) -- 42,409
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net loss -- -- (662) -- -- -- -- -- (662)
Other comprehensive income
(loss) -- -- -- 565 (137) 71 (884) -- (385)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Total comprehensive loss (1,047)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Purchase of capital stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- (66) (66)
Re-issuance of treasury
stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 66 66
Dividends -- -- (2,358) -- -- -- -- -- (2,358)
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31,
2001 2,609 7,286 26,441 3,850 61 (337) (906) -- 39,004
- -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</Table>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
F-5
<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
<Table>
<Caption>
CONSOLIDATED
-------------------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
-------------------------------------------------
2001
(IN MILLIONS) (NOTE 1) 2001 2000 1999
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Net income (loss) $ (589) [EURO](662) [EURO]7,894 [EURO]5,746
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Income (loss) applicable to minority interests (39) (44) 12 18
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by
operating activities:
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gains on disposals of businesses (684) (768) (5,568) (1,181)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Depreciation and amortization of equipment on operating leases 6,457 7,254 6,487 3,315
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Depreciation and amortization of fixed assets 6,250 7,022 7,131 6,035
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in deferred taxes (942) (1,058) 1,220 2,402
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Equity (income) loss from associated companies (86) (97) 244 (23)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles -- -- 87 --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in financial instruments (364) (409) (90) 247
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(Gains) losses on disposals of fixed assets/securities (534) (600) (455) (1,215)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in trading securities (4) (4) 22 495
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in accrued liabilities 2,515 2,825 1,778 4,001
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Turnaround plan expenses -- Chrysler Group 2,727 3,064 -- --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Turnaround plan payments -- Chrysler Group (325) (365) -- --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Changes in other operating assets and liabilities:
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- inventories, net (645) (725) (876) (2,436)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- trade receivables 552 620 (731) (733)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- trade liabilities (746) (838) (424) 1,331
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-- other assets and liabilities 649 729 (714) 21
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES 14,192 15,944 16,017 18,023
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Purchases of fixed assets:
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- -- Increase in equipment on operating leases (15,978) (17,951) (19,117) (19,336)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- -- Purchases of property, plant and equipment (7,918) (8,896) (10,392) (9,470)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- -- Purchases of other fixed assets (583) (655) (480) (645)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from disposals of equipment on operating leases 9,828 11,042 8,285 6,575
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from disposals of fixed assets 928 1,043 862 507
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Payments for investments in businesses (731) (821) (4,883) (1,289)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from disposals of businesses 1,495 1,680 311 1,336
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in cash from exchange of businesses -- -- (1,351) --
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Additions to receivables from financial services (116,481) (130,863) (116,507) (102,140)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Repayments of receivables from financial services:
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- -- Finance receivables collected 47,399 53,251 44,276 41,928
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
- -- Proceeds from sales of finance receivables 68,237 76,662 63,649 51,843
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Acquisitions of securities (other than trading) (400) (449) (7,786) (4,395)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from sales of securities (other than trading) 2,250 2,528 10,224 3,719
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in other cash 127 142 200 (743)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CASH USED FOR INVESTING ACTIVITIES (11,827) (13,287) (32,709) (32,110)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Change in commercial paper borrowings and short-term financial liabilities (11,065) (12,431) (3,238) 9,333
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Additions to long-term financial liabilities 23,661 26,582 29,257 13,340
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Repayment of financial liabilities (9,252) (10,394) (9,152) (4,611)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Dividends paid (including profit transferred from subsidiaries) (2,107) (2,367) (2,379) (2,378)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from issuance of capital stock (including minority interests) 67 75 112 164
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Purchase of treasury stock (59) (66) (88) (86)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR) FINANCING ACTIVITIES 1,245 1,399 14,512 15,762
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
(maturing within 3 months) 230 259 501 805
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (MATURING WITHIN 3
MONTHS) 3,840 4,315 (1,679) 2,480
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (MATURING WITHIN 3 MONTHS)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD 6,304 7,082 8,761 6,281
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
AT END OF PERIOD 10,144 11,397 7,082 8,761
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</Table>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS* FINANCIAL SERVICES*
- ------------------------------------ --------------------------------------
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
- ------------------------------------ --------------------------------------
2001 2000 1999 2001 2000 1999
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
[EURO](980) [EURO]7,761 [EURO]5,157 [EURO]318 [EURO]133 [EURO]589 Net income (loss)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(46) 11 16 2 1 2 Income (loss) applicable to minority interests
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net
cash provided by operating activities:
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(762) (5,568) (1,181) (6) -- -- Gains on disposals of businesses
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Depreciation and amortization of equipment on
290 207 68 6,964 6,280 3,247 operating leases
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
6,917 7,047 5,966 105 84 69 Depreciation and amortization of fixed assets
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(1,595) 590 1,496 537 630 906 Change in deferred taxes
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(90) 185 (10) (7) 59 (13) Equity (income) loss from associated companies
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Cumulative effects of changes in accounting
-- (10) -- -- 97 -- principles
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(365) (76) 247 (44) (14) -- Change in financial instruments
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(Gains) losses on disposals of fixed
(600) (454) (1,213) -- (1) (2) assets/securities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
3 22 495 (7) -- -- Change in trading securities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
2,472 1,742 3,913 353 36 88 Change in accrued liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
3,064 -- -- -- -- -- Turnaround plan expenses -- Chrysler Group
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(365) -- -- -- -- -- Turnaround plan payments -- Chrysler Group
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Changes in other operating assets and
liabilities:
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(549) (725) (2,387) (176) (151) (49) -- inventories, net
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
540 (698) (541) 80 (33) (192) -- trade receivables
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(831) (498) 1,222 (7) 74 109 -- trade liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(1,444) (623) (147) 2,173 (91) 168 -- other assets and liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
5,659 8,913 13,101 10,285 7,104 4,922 CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Purchases of fixed assets:
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(3,617) (3,566) (2,935) (14,334) (15,551) (16,401) -- Increase in equipment on operating leases
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(8,785) (10,340) (9,407) (111) (52) (63) -- Purchases of property, plant and equipment
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(564) (422) (524) (91) (58) (121) -- Purchases of other fixed assets
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from disposals of equipment on operating
3,951 3,374 3,007 7,091 4,911 3,568 leases
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
991 836 411 52 26 96 Proceeds from disposals of fixed assets
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(801) (4,723) (1,145) (20) (160) (144) Payments for investments in businesses
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
1,456 298 1,336 224 13 -- Proceeds from disposals of businesses
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
-- (1,351) -- -- -- -- Change in cash from exchange of businesses
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
207 133 (28) (131,070) (116,640) (102,112) Additions to receivables from financial services
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Repayments of receivables from financial services:
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
-- -- -- 53,251 44,276 41,928 -- Finance receivables collected
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
-- -- -- 76,662 63,649 51,843 -- Proceeds from sales of finance receivables
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(229) (5,594) (3,958) (220) (2,192) (437) Acquisitions of securities (other than trading)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from sales of securities (other than
1,378 8,355 3,333 1,150 1,869 386 trading)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
267 385 (462) (125) (185) (281) Change in other cash
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(5,746) (12,615) (10,372) (7,541) (20,094) (21,738) CASH USED FOR INVESTING ACTIVITIES
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Change in commercial paper borrowings and
1,264 (393) (260) (13,695) (2,845) 9,593 short-term financial liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
3,100 2,523 918 23,482 26,734 12,422 Additions to long-term financial liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(347) 2,324 439 (10,047) (11,476) (5,050) Repayment of financial liabilities
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Dividends paid (including profit transferred from
(2,356) (2,370) (2,373) (11) (9) (5) subsidiaries)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Proceeds from issuance of capital stock (including
(88) (224) 82 163 336 82 minority interests)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
(66) (88) (86) -- -- -- Purchase of treasury stock
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
1,507 1,772 (1,280) (108) 12,740 17,042 CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR) FINANCING ACTIVITIES
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash
206 471 750 53 30 55 and cash equivalents (maturing within 3 months)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH
1,626 (1,459) 2,199 2,689 (220) 281 EQUIVALENTS (MATURING WITHIN 3 MONTHS)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS (MATURING WITHIN 3
MONTHS)
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
6,400 7,859 5,660 682 902 621 AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
8,026 6,400 7,859 3,371 682 902 AT END OF PERIOD
- ------------------------------------ -------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------
</Table>
* Additional information about the Industrial Business and Financial Services is
not required under U.S. GAAP and is unaudited.
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<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED FIXED ASSETS SCHEDULE
<Table>
<Caption>
ACQUISITION OR MANUFACTURING COSTS
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
BALANCE AT CHANGE IN BALANCE AT
JANUARY 1, CURRENCY CONSOLIDATED RECLASSI- DECEMBER 31,
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) 2001 CHANGE COMPANIES ADDITIONS FICATIONS DISPOSALS 2001
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other intangible assets 880 17 (104) 248 52 59 1,034
Goodwill 4,413 170 (724) 137 -- 16 3,980
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
INTANGIBLE ASSETS 5,293 187 (828) 385 52 75 5,014
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Land, leasehold
improvements and
buildings including
buildings on land owned
by others 20,306 384 (532) 483 600 242 20,999
Technical equipment and
machinery 33,734 1,034 (615) 1,162 3,475 1,844 36,946
Other equipment, factory
and office equipment 20,880 627 (313) 1,118 3,386 1,964 23,734
Advance payments relating
to plant and equipment
and construction in
progress 7,301 295 (40) 6,143 (7,513) 272 5,914
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
PROPERTY, PLANT AND
EQUIPMENT 82,221 2,340 (1,500) 8,906 (52) 4,322 87,593
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Investments in affiliated
companies 912 33 (5) 254 15 150 1,059
Loans to affiliated
companies 137 (4) -- 105 -- 95 143
Investments in associated
companies 8,196 (122) 105 1,072 (3) 674 8,574
Investments in related
companies 1,769 42 (56) 490 (12) 362 1,871
Loans to associated and
related companies 305 11 -- 51 -- 26 341
Long-term securities 917 -- -- -- -- 548 369
Other loans 193 4 (56) 251 -- 24 368
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
INVESTMENTS AND LONG-TERM
FINANCIAL ASSETS 12,429 (36) (12) 2,223 -- 1,879 12,725
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
EQUIPMENT ON OPERATING
LEASES (2) 42,607 2,105 (1) 17,951 -- 14,274 48,388
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
</Table>
(1) Currency translation changes with period end rates.
(2) Excluding initial direct costs.
THE CONSOLIDATED FIXED ASSETS SCHEDULE IS PART OF THE NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED
FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
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<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
CONSOLIDATED FIXED ASSETS SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DEPRECIATION/AMORTIZATION BOOK VALUE(1)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------
BALANCE CHANGE IN BALANCE BALANCE BALANCE
AT CONSOL AT AT AT
JANUARY CURRENCY -IDATED RECLASSI- DECEMBER DECEMBER DECEMBER
1, 2001 CHANGE COMPANIES ADDITIONS FICATIONS DISPOSALS 31, 2001 31, 2001 31, 2000
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
453 9 (58) 172 -- 34 542 492 427 Other intangible assets
1,727 63 (359) 184 -- 6 1,609 2,371 2,686 Goodwill
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
2,180 72 (417) 356 -- 40 2,151 2,863 3,113 INTANGIBLE ASSETS
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
Land, leasehold improvements
and buildings including
buildings on land owned by
8,602 100 (163) 745 (9) 101 9,174 11,825 11,704 others
Technical equipment and
20,834 497 (383) 3,611 (6) 1,499 23,054 13,892 12,900 machinery
Other equipment, factory and
12,634 299 (224) 3,101 20 1,756 14,074 9,660 8,246 office equipment
Advance payments relating to
plant and equipment and
6 2 -- 123 (5) -- 126 5,788 7,295 construction in progress
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
42,076 898 (770) 7,580 -- 3,356 46,428 41,165 40,145 PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
Investments in affiliated
120 23 (7) 3 -- 9 130 929 792 companies
-- -- -- 13 -- 13 -- 143 137 Loans to affiliated companies
Investments in associated
-- -- (8) 2 -- (4) (2) 8,576 8,196 companies
Investments in related
192 -- (30) 51 -- 3 210 1,661 1,577 companies
Loans to associated and
-- -- 1 -- -- -- 1 340 305 related companies
1 -- -- -- -- -- 1 368 916 Long-term securities
9 1 -- 1 -- 1 10 358 184 Other loans
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
INVESTMENTS AND LONG-TERM
322 24 (44) 70 -- 22 350 12,375 12,107 FINANCIAL ASSETS
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
EQUIPMENT ON OPERATING
9,073 488 (1) 7,254 -- 4,216 12,598 35,790 33,534 LEASES(2)
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------------------
</Table>
F-9
<Page>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
BASIS OF PRESENTATION
1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
GENERAL -- The consolidated financial statements of DaimlerChrysler AG
("DaimlerChrysler" or the "Group") have been prepared in accordance with
Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in the United States of America ("U.S.
GAAP"). All amounts herein are shown in euros and for the year 2001 amounts are
also presented in U.S. dollars ("$"), the latter being unaudited and presented
solely for the convenience of the reader at the rate of [EURO]1 = $0.8901, the
Noon Buying Rate of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York on December 31, 2001.
Certain prior year balances have been reclassified to conform with the
Group's current year presentation.
Commercial practices with respect to the products manufactured by
DaimlerChrysler necessitate that sales financing, including leasing
alternatives, be made available to the Group's customers. Accordingly, the
Group's consolidated financial statements are also significantly influenced by
activities of the financial services business. To enhance the readers'
understanding of the Group's consolidated financial statements, the accompanying
financial statements present, in addition to the consolidated financial
statements, unaudited information with respect to the financial position,
results of operations and cash flows of the Group's industrial and financial
services business activities. Such information, however, is not required by U.S.
GAAP and is not intended to, and does not represent the separate U.S. GAAP
financial position, results of operations or cash flows of the Group's
industrial or financial services business activities. Transactions between the
Group's industrial and financial services business activities principally
represent intercompany sales of products, intercompany borrowings and related
interest, and other support under special vehicle financing programs. The
effects of transactions between the industrial and financial services businesses
have been eliminated within the industrial business columns.
CONSOLIDATION -- All material companies in which DaimlerChrysler has legal
or effective control are consolidated. Significant investments in which
DaimlerChrysler has 20% to 50% of the voting rights or the ability to exercise
significant influence over operating and financial policies ("associated
companies") are accounted for using the equity method. The effects of
intercompany transactions have been eliminated.
For business combinations accounted for using the purchase method, all
assets acquired and liabilities assumed are recorded at fair value at the date
of acquisition.
FOREIGN CURRENCIES -- The assets and liabilities of foreign subsidiaries
where the functional currency is not the euro are generally translated using
period-end exchange rates while the statements of income (loss) and the
statements of cash flows are translated using average exchange rates during the
period. Differences arising from the translation of assets and liabilities in
comparison with the translation of the previous period are included as a
separate component of stockholders' equity.
The assets and liabilities of foreign subsidiaries operating in highly
inflationary economies are translated into euro on the basis of period-end rates
for monetary assets and liabilities and at historical rates for non-monetary
items, with resulting translation gains and losses being recognized in earnings.
Further, in such economies, depreciation and gains and losses from the disposal
of non-monetary assets are determined using historical rates.
Due to the economic and political situation in Argentina, assets and
liabilities of Argentine subsidiaries at December 31, 2001 were translated from
Argentine peso ("ARP") into euro using the first subsequent rate after the
balance sheet date at which exchanges could be made ([EURO]1 = ARP 1.498). In
addition, DaimlerChrysler recognized losses due to lower estimated net
realizable values of assets denominated in Argentine peso and to remeasure
foreign currency assets and liabilities of Argentine subsidiaries. The total
pretax effect recognized in 2001 from these adjustments amounted to
[EURO]177 million.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The exchange rates of the significant currencies of non-euro countries used
in preparation of the consolidated financial statements were as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
EXCHANGE RATE
AT DECEMBER 31, ANNUAL AVERAGE EXCHANGE RATE
------------------- ------------------------------
2001 2000 2001 2000 1999
[EURO]1 [EURO]1 [EURO]1 [EURO]1 [EURO]1
= = = = =
------ ------ ------ ------ ------
CURRENCY:
Brazil................................... BRL 2.05 1.84 2.11 1.69 1.93
Great Britain............................ GBP 0.61 0.62 0.62 0.61 0.66
Japan.................................... JPY 115.33 106.92 108.69 99.47 121.25
United States............................ USD 0.88 0.93 0.90 0.92 1.07
</Table>
REVENUE RECOGNITION -- Revenue is recognized when persuasive evidence of an
arrangement exists, delivery has occurred or services have been rendered, the
price of the transaction is fixed and determinable, and collectibility is
reasonably assured. Revenues are recognized net of discounts, cash sales
incentives, customer bonuses and rebates granted. Cash sales incentives are
recorded as a reduction of revenue when the related revenue is recorded.
Sales under which the Group conditionally guarantees the minimum resale
value of the product are accounted for as operating leases with the related
revenues and costs deferred at the time of title passage. Operating lease income
is recorded when earned on a straight-line basis. Revenue on long-term contracts
is generally recognized under the percentage-of-completion method based upon
contractual milestones or performance. Revenue from finance receivables is
recorded on the interest method.
RECEIVABLE SALES AND RETAINED INTERESTS IN SOLD RECEIVABLES -- The Group
sells significant amounts of finance receivables as asset-backed securities
through securitization. The Group sells a portfolio of receivables to a
non-consolidated trust and remains as servicer, and is paid a servicing fee.
Servicing fees are earned on a level-yield basis over the remaining term of the
related sold receivables. In a subordinated capacity, the Group retains residual
cash flows, a beneficial interest in principal balances of sold receivables and
certain cash deposits provided as credit enhancements for investors. Gains and
losses from the sales of finance receivables are recognized in the period in
which sales occur. In determining the gain or loss for each qualifying sale of
finance receivables, the investment in the sold receivable pool is allocated
between the portion sold and the portion retained based upon their relative fair
values.
The Group recognizes unrealized gains or losses attributable to the change
in the fair value of the retained interests, which are recorded in a manner
similar to available-for-sale securities, net of related income taxes as a
separate component of stockholders' equity until realized. The Group is not
aware of an active market for the purchase or sale of retained interests, and
accordingly, determines the estimated fair value of the retained interests by
discounting the expected cash flow releases (the cash-out method) using a
discount rate which is commensurate with the risks involved. In determining the
fair value of the retained interests, the Group estimates the future rates of
prepayments, net credit losses and forward yield curves. These estimates are
developed by evaluating the historical experience of comparable receivables and
the specific characteristics of the receivables purchased, and forward yield
curves based on trends in the economy. An other-than-temporary impairment
adjustment to the carrying value of the retained interests generally is required
if the expected cash flows decline below the cash flows inherent in the cost
basis of an individual retained interest (the pool-by-pool method).
Other-than-temporary impairment adjustments are recorded as a component of
revenue.
ESTIMATED CREDIT LOSSES -- The allowance for doubtful accounts represents
management's estimate of the amount of asset impairment in the portfolios of
finance, trade and other receivables. The Group determines the allowance for
doubtful accounts based on periodical review and evaluation performed as part of
the credit-risk
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
evaluation process, historical loss experience, the size and composition of the
portfolios, current economic events and conditions, the fair value and adequacy
of collateral, and other pertinent factors. Credit exposures deemed to be
uncollectible are charged against the allowance for doubtful accounts.
PRODUCT-RELATED EXPENSES -- Provisions for estimated product warranty costs
are recorded in cost of sales at the time the related sale is recognized.
Non-cash sales incentives that do not reduce the transaction price to the
customer are classified within cost of sales. Shipping and handling costs are
recorded as cost of sales. Expenditures for advertising and sales promotion and
for other sales-related expenses are charged to selling expense as incurred.
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT -- Research and development costs are expensed as
incurred.
SALES OF NEWLY ISSUED SUBSIDIARY STOCK -- Gains resulting from the issuance
of stock by a Group subsidiary or equity method investment which reduces
DaimlerChrysler's percentage ownership ("dilution gains") are recorded in the
statement of income (loss).
EARNINGS PER SHARE -- Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing net
income by the weighted average number of shares outstanding. Diluted earnings
per share reflects the potential dilution that would occur if all securities and
other contracts to issue Ordinary Shares were exercised or converted (see
Note 33). Net income represents the earnings of the Group after minority
interests.
INTANGIBLE ASSETS -- Purchased intangible assets, other than goodwill, are
valued at acquisition cost and are amortized over their respective useful lives
(2 to 10 years) on a straight-line basis. Goodwill derived from acquisitions
that were completed before July 1, 2001, is capitalized and amortized over 3 to
40 years. The Group periodically assesses the recoverability of its goodwill
based upon projected future undiscounted cash flows. Goodwill acquired in
business combinations after June 30, 2001, and intangible assets with an
indefinite useful life acquired after June 30, 2001, were not amortized in
accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") 142,
"Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets" (see NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS).
Goodwill acquired in business combinations that were completed before July 1,
2001, and intangible assets with an indefinite useful life acquired before
July 1, 2001, were amortized until December 31, 2001.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT -- Property, plant and equipment is valued at
acquisition or manufacturing costs less accumulated depreciation. Depreciation
expense is recognized using either the declining balance method until the
straight-line method yields larger expenses or the straight-line method. The
costs of internally produced equipment and facilities include all direct costs
and allocable manufacturing overhead. Costs of the construction of certain
long-term assets include capitalized interest which is amortized over the
estimated useful life of the related asset. The following useful lives are
assumed: buildings--10 to 50 years; site improvements--5 to 33 years; technical
equipment and machinery--3 to 30 years; and other equipment, factory and office
equipment--2 to 33 years.
For the Group's subsidiaries in Germany, depreciation expense for property,
plant and equipment placed in service before January 1, 2001 is being recognized
using either the straight-line method or the declining balance method until the
straight-line method yields larger expenses. Property, plant and equipment
placed in service at these companies after December 31, 2000 is depreciated
using the straight-line method of depreciation. This change in accounting
principle for new additions beginning January 1, 2001 was made to reflect
improvements in the design and flexibility of manufacturing machinery and
equipment and improvements in maintenance practices. These improvements have
resulted in more uniform productive capacities and maintenance costs over the
useful life of an asset, and straight-line depreciation is preferable in these
circumstances. The effect of this change on the net loss of 2001 was not
significant.
LEASING -- The Group is a lessee of property, plant and equipment and lessor
of equipment, principally passenger cars and commercial vehicles. All leases
that meet certain specified criteria intended to represent
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
situations where the substantive risks and rewards of ownership have been
transferred to the lessee are accounted for as capital leases. All other leases
are accounted for as operating leases. Equipment on operating leases, where the
Group is lessor, is valued at acquisition cost and depreciated over its
estimated useful life of 1 to 30 years using the straight-line method.
LONG-LIVED ASSETS -- The Group accounts for long-lived assets in accordance
with the provisions of SFAS 121, "Accounting for the Impairment of Long-Lived
Assets and for Long-Lived Assets to Be Disposed Of." This Statement requires
that long-lived assets and certain identifiable intangibles be reviewed for
impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the
carrying amount of an asset may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to
be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset
to future net cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If such assets
are considered to be impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured as
the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of
the assets. Assets to be disposed of are reported at the lower of the carrying
amount or fair value less costs to sell.
NON-FIXED ASSETS -- Non-fixed assets represent the Group's inventories,
receivables, securities and cash, including amounts to be realized in excess of
one year. In the accompanying notes, the portion of assets and liabilities to be
realized and settled in excess of one year has been disclosed.
MARKETABLE SECURITIES AND INVESTMENTS -- Securities and investments are
accounted for at fair value, if readily determinable. Unrealized gains and
losses on trading securities, representing securities bought principally for the
purpose of near term sales, are included in earnings. Unrealized gains and
losses on available-for-sale securities are included in accumulated other
comprehensive income, net of applicable taxes. All other securities are recorded
at cost. Unrealized losses on all marketable securities and investments that are
other than temporary are recognized in earnings.
INVENTORIES -- Inventories are valued at the lower of acquisition or
manufacturing cost or market, cost being generally determined on the basis of an
average or first-in, first-out method ("FIFO"). Certain of the Group's U.S.
inventories are valued using the last-in, first-out method ("LIFO").
Manufacturing costs comprise direct material and labor and applicable
manufacturing overheads, including depreciation charges.
FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS -- DaimlerChrysler uses derivative financial
instruments such as forward foreign exchange contracts, swaps, options, futures,
swaptions, forward rate agreements, caps and floors for hedging purposes.
Effective January 1, 2000, DaimlerChrysler adopted SFAS 133, "Accounting for
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities," as amended by SFAS 137 and 138
(see Note 10). SFAS 133 requires that all derivative instruments are recognized
as assets or liabilities on the balance sheet and measured at fair value,
regardless of the purpose or intent for holding them. Changes in the fair value
of derivative instruments are recognized periodically either in earnings or
stockholders' equity (as a component of other comprehensive income), depending
on whether the derivative is designated as a hedge of changes in fair value or
cash flows. For derivatives designated as fair value hedges, changes in fair
value of the hedged item and the derivative are recognized currently in
earnings. For derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, fair value changes of
the effective portion of the hedging instrument are recognized in accumulated
other comprehensive income on the balance sheet until the hedged item is
recognized in earnings. The ineffective portion of the fair value changes are
recognized in earnings immediately. SFAS 133 also requires that certain
derivative instruments embedded in host contracts be accounted for separately as
derivatives.
Prior to the adoption of SFAS 133, derivative instruments which were not
designated as hedges of specific assets, liabilities, or firm commitments were
marked to market and any resulting unrealized gains or losses recognized in
earnings. If there was a direct connection between a derivative instrument and
an underlying
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
transaction and a derivative was so designated, a valuation unit was formed.
Once allocated, gains and losses from these valuation units, which were used to
manage interest rate, equity price and currency risks of identifiable assets,
liabilities, or firm commitments, did not affect earnings until the underlying
transaction was realized.
Further information on the Group's financial instruments is included in
Note 30.
ACCRUED LIABILITIES -- The valuation of pension and postretirement benefit
liabilities is based upon the projected unit credit method in accordance with
SFAS 87, "Employers' Accounting for Pensions," and SFAS 106, "Employers'
Accounting for Postretirement Benefits Other Than Pensions." An accrued
liability for taxes and other contingencies is recorded when an obligation to a
third party has been incurred, the payment is probable and the amount can be
reasonably estimated. Accrued liabilities relating to personnel and social costs
are valued at their net present value where appropriate.
USE OF ESTIMATES -- Preparation of the financial statements 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 amounts of revenues and
expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those
estimates. Due to current economic conditions and events in 2001, it is possible
that these conditions and events could have a significant effect on such
estimates made by management.
NEW ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS -- In September 2000, the Financial Accounting
Standards Board ("FASB") issued SFAS 140, "Accounting for Transfers and
Servicing of Financial Assets and Extinguishments of Liabilities--a replacement
of FASB Statement No. 125." This statement revised the standards of accounting
for securitizations and other transfers of financial assets and collateral and
requires certain financial statement disclosures. SFAS 140 was effective for
transactions occurring after March 31, 2001. Adoption of this replacement
standard did not have a material effect on DaimlerChrysler's consolidated
financial statements (see Note 31).
During 2000, the Emerging Issues Task Force reached a final consensus on
Issue 00-14, "Accounting for Certain Sales Incentives." The issue requires that
an entity recognizes sales incentives at the latter of (1) the date at which the
related revenue is recorded by the entity or (2) the date at which the sales
incentive is offered. The issue also requires that when recognized, the
reduction in or refund of the selling price of the product or service resulting
from any cash sales incentive should be classified as a reduction of revenue. If
the sales incentive is a free product or service delivered at the time of the
sale, the cost of the free product or service should be classified as cost of
sales. The consensus reached in the issue was effective for DaimlerChrysler in
its financial statements beginning April 1, 2001. DaimlerChrysler applied the
consensus prospectively in 2001. The adoption of Issue 00-14 did not have a
material impact on the Group's consolidated financial statements.
In July 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 141, "Business Combinations," and
SFAS 142. SFAS 141 requires that the purchase method of accounting be used for
all business combinations initiated after June 30, 2001. SFAS 141 also specifies
the types of acquired intangible assets that are required to be recognized and
reported separately from goodwill and those acquired intangible assets that are
required to be included in goodwill. SFAS 142 requires that goodwill no longer
be amortized, but instead tested for impairment at least annually. SFAS 142 also
requires recognized intangible assets with a definite useful life to be
amortized over their respective estimated useful lives and reviewed for
impairment in accordance with SFAS 121 and subsequently, SFAS 144 after its
adoption (see below). Any recognized intangible asset determined to have an
indefinite useful life will not be amortized, but instead tested for impairment
in accordance with SFAS 142 until its life is determined to no longer be
indefinite.
DaimlerChrysler adopted the provisions of SFAS 141 as of July 1, 2001, and
SFAS 142 is effective January 1, 2002. Goodwill that was acquired in a business
combination completed after June 30, 2001, and any intangible
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
asset determined to have an indefinite useful life that was acquired after
June 30, 2001 were not amortized. Goodwill acquired in business combinations
completed before July 1, 2001, and intangible assets with indefinite useful
lives acquired before July 1, 2001, were amortized until December 31, 2001.
SFAS 142 requires the Group to evaluate its existing intangible assets and
goodwill and to make any necessary reclassifications in order to conform with
the new separation requirements at the date of adoption. Upon adoption of
SFAS 142, the Group is also required to reassess the useful lives and residual
values of all intangible assets and make any necessary amortization period
adjustments by March 31, 2002.
In connection with the transitional impairment evaluation, SFAS 142 requires
DaimlerChrysler to perform an assessment of whether there is an indication that
goodwill is impaired as of January 1, 2002. To accomplish this, DaimlerChrysler
is currently (1) identifying its reporting units, (2) determining the carrying
value of each reporting unit by assigning the assets and liabilities, including
the existing goodwill and intangible assets to those reporting units, and
(3) determining the fair value of each reporting unit. This first step of the
transitional assessment is required to be completed by June 30, 2002. If the
carrying value of any reporting unit exceeds its fair value, then detailed fair
values for each of the assigned assets (excluding goodwill) and liabilities will
be determined to calculate the amount of goodwill impairment, if any. This
second step is required to be completed as soon as possible, but no later than
December 31, 2002. Any transitional impairment loss resulting from the adoption
will be recognized as the effect of a change in accounting principle in the
Group's statement of income (loss). Because of the extensiveness of the efforts
needed to comply with the adoption of these statements, it is not practicable to
reasonably estimate the impact on the Group's financial statements.
In June 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 143, "Accounting for Asset Retirement
Obligations." The statement applies to legal obligations associated with the
retirement of tangible long-lived assets that result from the acquisition,
construction, development and (or) the normal operation of a long-lived asset,
except for certain obligations of lessees. SFAS 143 requires that the fair value
of a liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in
which it is incurred if a reasonable estimate of fair value can be made. The
associated asset retirement costs are capitalized as part of the carrying amount
of the long-lived asset and subsequently allocated to expense over the asset's
useful life. The Group expects to adopt SFAS 143 on January 1, 2003.
DaimlerChrysler is currently determining the impact of the adoption of
SFAS 143.
In August 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 144, "Accounting for the Impairment or
Disposal of Long-Lived Assets." SFAS 144 retains the current requirement to
recognize an impairment loss only if the carrying amounts of long-lived assets
to be held and used are not recoverable from their expected undiscounted future
cash flows. However, goodwill is no longer required to be allocated to these
long-lived assets when determining their carrying amounts. SFAS 144 requires
that a long-lived asset to be abandoned, exchanged for a similar productive
asset, or distributed to owners in a spin-off be considered held and used until
it is disposed. SFAS 144 requires the depreciable life of an asset to be
abandoned be revised. SFAS 144 requires all long-lived assets to be disposed of
by sale be recorded at the lower of its carrying amount or fair value less cost
to sell and to cease depreciation (amortization). Therefore, discontinued
operations are no longer measured on a net realizable value basis, and future
operating losses are no longer recognized before they occur. SFAS 144 is
effective January 1, 2002. The adoption of SFAS 144 is not expected to have a
material impact on the Group's financial statements.
2. SCOPE OF CONSOLIDATION
SCOPE OF CONSOLIDATION -- DaimlerChrysler comprises 470 German and
non-German subsidiaries (2000: 485) and 1 joint venture (2000: 1). A total of
102 (2000: 108) companies are accounted for in the consolidated financial
statements using the equity method of accounting. During 2001, 98 subsidiaries
were included in the consolidated financial statements for the first time. A
total of 113 subsidiaries were no longer included in the consolidated group.
Significant effects of changes in the consolidated group on the consolidated
balance sheets and the
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
consolidated statements of income (loss) are explained further in the notes to
the consolidated financial statements. A total of 296 subsidiaries ("affiliated
companies") are not consolidated as their combined influence on the financial
position, results of operations, and cash flows of the Group is not material
(2000: 255). The effect of such non-consolidated subsidiaries for all years
presented on consolidated assets, revenues and net income (loss) of
DaimlerChrysler was approximately 1%. In addition, 5 (2000: 6) companies
administering pension funds whose assets are subject to restrictions have not
been included in the consolidated financial statements. The consolidated
financial statements include 96 associated companies (2000: 74) accounted for at
cost and recorded under investments in related companies as these companies are
not material to the respective presentation of the financial position, results
of operations or cash flows of the Group.
3. EQUITY METHOD INVESTMENTS
At December 31, 2001, the significant investments in companies accounted for
under the equity method were the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
OWNERSHIP
COMPANY PERCENTAGE
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European Aeronautic Defence and Space Company EADS N.V.
("EADS").................................................. 33.0%
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation ("MMC")....................... 37.3%
</Table>
Further information with respect to the transactions which resulted in the
Group's holdings in EADS and MMC is presented in Note 4 (ACQUISITIONS AND
DISPOSITIONS) and Note 11 (EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS). The aggregate quoted market
prices as of December 31, 2001, for DaimlerChrysler's shares in EADS and MMC
were [EURO]3,637 million and [EURO]1,056 million, respectively.
The carrying value of the significant investments exceeded DaimlerChrysler's
share of the underlying reported net assets by approximately
[EURO]1,049 million at December 31, 2001. The excess of the Group's initial
investment in equity method companies over the Group's ownership percentage in
the underlying net assets of those companies is attributed to fair value
adjustments, if any, with the remaining portion classified as goodwill. The fair
value adjustments and goodwill are accounted for in the respective equity method
investment balances. Under the equity method, investments are stated at initial
cost and are adjusted for subsequent contributions and DaimlerChrysler's share
of earnings, losses and distributions. Because the financial statements of EADS
and MMC are not available sufficiently timely for the Group to apply the equity
method currently, DaimlerChrysler's share of the earnings or losses of EADS and
MMC are recorded on a three month lag. Goodwill relating to the Group's
investments in EADS and MMC was being amortized using an useful life of
20 years until December 31, 2001. After December 31, 2001, such goodwill will no
longer be amortized as a result of adopting SFAS 142. The total investment,
including goodwill, will continue to be evaluated for impairment when conditions
indicate that a decline in fair value below the carrying amount is other than
temporary.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The following tables present summarized U.S. GAAP financial information for
EADS and MMC (amounts shown on a 100% basis in millions of [EURO]) which are the
basis for applying the equity method in the Group's consolidated financial
statements:
EADS
Income statement information:
<Table>
<Caption>
FOR THE PERIOD FROM
TWELVE MONTHS ENDED ACQUISITION TO
DECEMBER 31, 2001 DECEMBER 31, 2000
------------------- -------------------
Revenues............................... 27,004 10,578
Net income (loss)...................... 2,598 (482)
</Table>
Balance sheet information:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
--------------------- ---------------------
Fixed assets........................... 26,505 20,563
Non-fixed assets....................... 22,119 21,592
------ ------
Total assets........................... 48,624 42,155
====== ======
Stockholders' equity................... 11,409 9,262
Minority interests..................... 598 328
Accrued liabilities.................... 11,149 10,450
Other liabilities...................... 25,468 22,115
------ ------
Total liabilities and stockholders'
equity............................... 48,624 42,155
====== ======
</Table>
MMC
Income statement information:
<Table>
<Caption>
FOR THE PERIOD FROM
TWELVE MONTHS ENDED ACQUISITION TO
DECEMBER 31, 2001 DECEMBER 31, 2000
------------------- -------------------
Revenues............................... 30,057 7,754
Net loss............................... (1,209) (124)
</Table>
Balance sheet information:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
--------------------- ---------------------
Fixed assets........................... 11,974 12,802
Non-fixed assets....................... 12,697 16,452
------ ------
Total assets........................... 24,671 29,254
====== ======
Stockholders' equity................... 1,528 2,840
Minority interests..................... (61) 21
Accrued liabilities.................... 5,800 5,626
Other liabilities...................... 17,404 20,767
------ ------
Total liabilities and stockholders'
equity............................... 24,671 29,254
====== ======
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
4. ACQUISITIONS AND DISPOSITIONS
On October 18, 2000, DaimlerChrysler acquired a 34% equity interest in MMC
for approximately [EURO]2,200 million. At the closing date of the transaction,
the Group also purchased MMC bonds with an aggregate face value of
JPY19,200 million and a stated interest rate of 1.7% for [EURO]206 million,
which are convertible into shares of MMC stock. The bonds are only convertible
by DaimlerChrysler in the event that its ownership percentage would be diluted
below 34% upon conversion of previously issued convertible bonds. To the extent
not converted, the bonds and accrued interest are due on April 30, 2003. In
June 2001, AB Volvo sold its 3.3% interest in MMC, plus its operational
contracts with MMC, to DaimlerChrysler for $297 million ([EURO]343 million)
increasing DaimlerChrysler's interest in MMC to 37.3%.
In August 2000, DaimlerChrysler signed a sale and purchase agreement with
the Canadian company Bombardier Inc. for the sale of DaimlerChrysler Rail
Systems GmbH ("Adtranz"). With the closing of the transaction on April 30, 2001,
control over the operations of Adtranz was transferred to Bombardier on May 1,
2001. Accordingly, the operating results of Adtranz are included in the
consolidated financial statements of DaimlerChrysler through April 30, 2001. The
sales price of $725 million was received during 2001. Bombardier has asserted
claims for sales price adjustments under the terms of the sale and purchase
agreement as well as claims for alleged breaches of contract and
misrepresentation, and seeks total damages of approximately [EURO]1 billion. The
sale and purchase agreement limits the amount of such price adjustments to
[EURO]150 million, and to the extent legally permissible, the amount of other
claims to an additional [EURO]150 million. The Group intends to defend itself
vigorously against such claims. The agreement calls for submission of disputes
to arbitration and Bombardier has notified DaimlerChrysler that it intends to do
this with respect to its claims. Due to uncertainties with respect to the
ultimate outcome of these claims, the Group has recognized a partial after-tax
gain of [EURO]237 million on the sale of Adtranz, representing the maximum
possible adjustment to the sales price and the aforementioned maximum amount
with respect to any further claims in accordance with the sale and purchase
agreement.
In April 2001, DaimlerChrysler completed the sale of 60% of the interest in
its Automotive Electronics activities to Continental AG for [EURO]398 million,
resulting in a pretax gain of [EURO]209 million. The agreement confers on
Continental the option to acquire from the Group, and DaimlerChrysler the option
to sell to Continental, the Group's remaining 40% interest in the Automotive
Electronics activities. The DaimlerChrysler option is exercisable from April 1,
2002 through July 31, 2004. The Continental option is exercisable from
November 1, 2004 through October 31, 2005. The price for the remaining 40%
interest ranges from [EURO]225 million to [EURO]235 million, depending upon when
the option is exercised and various other factors. DaimlerChrysler accounts for
the remaining interest in its Automotive Electronics activities using the equity
method subsequent to the sale.
In October 2000, DaimlerChrysler acquired all the remaining outstanding
shares of Detroit Diesel Corporation for approximately [EURO]500 million. The
acquisition of the remaining 78.6% interest in Detroit Diesel was accounted for
using the purchase method of accounting and resulted in goodwill of
approximately [EURO]310 million, which was being amortized on a straight-line
basis using an useful life of 20 years until December 31, 2001. After
December 31, 2001, goodwill will no longer be amortized, but instead tested for
impairment at least annually.
In October 2000, DaimlerChrysler and Deutsche Telekom combined their
information technology activities in a joint venture. As part of the agreement,
Deutsche Telekom received a 50.1% interest in T-Systems ITS (formerly debis
Systemhaus) through a capital investment in T-Systems ITS (see Note 11 and
Note 34).
In September 2000, DaimlerChrysler purchased a 9% equity interest in Hyundai
Motor Company for approximately [EURO]450 million. DaimlerChrysler holds a 10%
ownership interest at December 31, 2001 and is accounting for its investment in
Hyundai as an available-for-sale security.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
In September 2000, DaimlerChrysler acquired 100% of the outstanding shares
of the Canadian company Western Star Trucks Holdings Ltd. for approximately
[EURO]500 million. The acquisition was accounted for using the purchase method
of accounting and resulted in goodwill of approximately [EURO]380 million, which
was being amortized on a straight-line basis using an useful life of 20 years
until December 31, 2001. After December 31, 2001, goodwill will no longer be
amortized, but instead tested for impairment at least annually.
Information on the exchange of the Group's controlling interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for shares of EADS and the related initial public
offering of EADS in July 2000 is included in Note 11.
Due to an initial public offering in March 1999 as well as to the selling of
a substantial portion of its remaining interests in September 1999,
DaimlerChrysler Services AG, a wholly-owned subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler,
reduced its remaining interest in debitel AG to 10% (see Note 11). In
January 2001, the Group sold its remaining 10% interest in debitel AG to
Swisscom for net proceeds of [EURO]305 million. The transaction resulted in a
pretax gain of [EURO]292 million which is included in financial income
(expense), net.
In the first quarter of 1999, DaimlerChrysler acquired the remaining
outstanding shares of Adtranz from Asea Brown Boveri for [EURO]441 million.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (LOSS)
5. FUNCTIONAL COSTS AND OTHER EXPENSES
Selling, administrative and other expenses are comprised of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Selling expenses................................... 11,823 11,666 10,087
Administration expenses............................ 5,539 5,921 5,333
Goodwill amortization and write-downs.............. 184 279 215
Other expenses..................................... 785 437 428
------ ------ ------
18,331 18,303 16,063
====== ====== ======
</Table>
As discussed in Note 7, the DaimlerChrysler Supervisory Board approved a
multi-year turnaround plan for the Chrysler Group in February 2001. The related
charges are presented as a separate line item on the accompanying consolidated
statements of income (loss) and are not reflected in cost of sales or selling,
administrative and other expenses.
In October 2001, the DaimlerChrysler Board of Management approved a
turnaround plan for its North American truck subsidiary Freightliner. The
turnaround plan is designed to return Freightliner to sustainable profitability
and comprises four main elements: material cost savings, production cost
savings, overhead reductions and improvements to the existing business model.
The implementation of the turnaround plan resulted in charges of
[EURO]310 million, reflecting employee termination benefits of
[EURO]83 million, asset impairment charges of [EURO]170 million, and other costs
to exit certain activities of [EURO]57 million (see Note 23b). The charges were
recorded in cost of sales ([EURO]173 million) and selling, administrative and
other expenses ([EURO]137 million) in 2001. Employee termination benefits
related to voluntary and involuntary severance measures affect 4,440 hourly and
salaried employees.
Based on its investment in MMC and the corresponding strategic alliance
entered into in the fourth quarter 2000, DaimlerChrysler conducted a review of
its compact car strategy in 2000, and concluded that it was necessary to revise
the current strategic plan for the smart brand, including restructuring of
supplier contracts. As
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
a result, the carrying values of certain of the brand's long-lived assets were
determined to be impaired as the identifiable, undiscounted future cash flows
from the operation of such assets were less then their respective carrying
values. In accordance with SFAS 121, DaimlerChrysler recorded an impairment
charge of [EURO]281 million. The impairment charge represents the amount by
which the carrying values of such assets exceeded their respective fair market
values. The impairment relates principally to the carrying values of the
manufacturing facility, equipment and tooling. In addition, charges of
[EURO]255 million were recorded related to fixed cost reimbursement agreements
with MCC smart suppliers. The charges were recorded in cost of sales
([EURO]494 million) and other expenses ([EURO]42 million) for the year 2000.
In 2000, DaimlerChrysler recorded an impairment charge in cost of sales of
approximately [EURO]500 million for certain leased vehicles in the Services
segment. Declining resale prices of used vehicles in the North American and the
U.K. markets required the Group to re-evaluate the recoverability of the
carrying values of its leased vehicles. This re-evaluation was performed using
product specific cash flow information. As a result, the carrying values of
these leased vehicles were determined to be impaired as the identifiable
undiscounted future cash flows from such vehicles were less than their
respective carrying values. In accordance with SFAS 121, the resulting pre-tax
impairment charges represent the amount by which the carrying values of such
vehicles exceeded their respective fair market values.
Personnel expenses included in the statement of income (loss) are comprised
of:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Wages and salaries.............................. 20,073 21,836 21,044
Social levies................................... 3,193 3,428 3,179
Net pension cost (see Note 23a)................. 630 327 931
Net postretirement benefit
cost (see Note 23a)........................... 1,173 830 783
Other expenses for pensions and retirements..... 26 79 221
------- ------- -------
25,095 26,500 26,158
======= ======= =======
</Table>
Number of employees (annual average):
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
Hourly employees................................ 244,938 270,814 279,124
Salaried employees.............................. 122,094 165,117 170,539
Trainees/apprentices............................ 12,512 13,663 13,898
------- ------- -------
379,544 449,594 463,561
======= ======= =======
</Table>
In 2001, 28 people (2000: 28 people; 1999: 14,851 people) were employed in
joint venture companies.
In 2001, the total remuneration paid by Group companies to the members of
the Board of Management of DaimlerChrysler AG amounted to [EURO]22.0 million,
and the remuneration paid to the members of the Supervisory Board of
DaimlerChrysler AG for services in all capacities to the Group totaled
[EURO]2.4 million. Disbursements to former members of the Board of Management of
DaimlerChrysler AG and their survivors amounted to [EURO]14.7 million. An amount
of [EURO]155.0 million has been accrued for pension obligations to former
members of the Board of Management and their survivors. As of December 31, 2001,
no advances or loans existed to members of the Board of Management of
DaimlerChrysler AG.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
6. OTHER INCOME
Other income includes gains on sales of property, plant and equipment
([EURO]104 million, [EURO]106 million and [EURO]132 million in 2001, 2000 and
1999, respectively) and rental income, other than relating to financial services
leasing activities ([EURO]191 million, [EURO]178 million and [EURO]153 million
in 2001, 2000 and 1999, respectively). In 2001, gains on sales of companies of
[EURO]465 million were recognized in other income.
7. TURNAROUND PLAN FOR THE CHRYSLER GROUP
The DaimlerChrysler Supervisory Board approved a multi-year turnaround plan
for the Chrysler Group in February 2001. Key initiatives for the turnaround plan
over the period 2001 through 2003 include a workforce reduction of 26,000
employees and an elimination of excess capacity. The workforce reduction is
being achieved through retirements, special programs, attrition and layoffs. The
reduction affected represented and non-represented hourly and salary employees.
To eliminate excess capacity, the Chrysler Group is idling, closing or disposing
of certain manufacturing plants, eliminating shifts and reducing line speeds at
certain manufacturing facilities, and adjusting volumes at component, stamping
and powertrain facilities.
The net charges recorded for the plan in 2001 were [EURO]3,064 million
([EURO]1,934 million net of taxes) and are presented as a separate line item on
the accompanying consolidated statement of income (loss) ([EURO]2,555 million
and [EURO]509 million would have otherwise been reflected in cost of sales and
selling, administrative and other expenses, respectively).
The initial charges of [EURO]3,047 million were recorded in February 2001
with the approval of the turnaround plan. Additional charges of
[EURO]268 million resulted from the subsequent impairment and disposal costs
associated with a component plant as well as costs for a special early
retirement program. The return to income adjustments of [EURO]251 million
include revisions of estimates based upon information currently available or
actual settlements. These adjustments reflect lower than anticipated costs
associated with workforce reduction initiatives, including the involuntary
severance benefits, and favorable resolution of supplier contract cancellation
claims.
The pretax amounts for turnaround plan charges consisted of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
WORKFORCE ASSET OTHER
REDUCTIONS WRITE-DOWNS COSTS TOTAL
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ---------- ----------- -------- --------
Reserve balance at January 1, 2001....................... -- -- -- --
Initial charges.......................................... 1,403 836 808 3,047
Additional charges....................................... 93 148 27 268
Adjustments.............................................. (122) -- (129) (251)
----- ---- ---- ------
Net charges............................................ 1,374 984 706 3,064
----- ---- ---- ------
Payments................................................. (211) -- (154) (365)
Amount charged against assets............................ (695) (984) (63) (1,742)
Currency translation adjustment.......................... 38 -- 21 59
----- ---- ---- ------
Reserve balance at December 31, 2001..................... 506 -- 510 1,016
===== ==== ==== ======
</Table>
Workforce reduction charges relate to early retirement incentive programs
([EURO]725 million) and involuntary severance benefits ([EURO]649 million). The
voluntary early retirement programs, accepted by 9,261 employees as of
December 31, 2001, are formula driven based on salary levels, age and past
service. In addition, 7,174 employees were involuntarily affected by the plan.
The amount of involuntary severance benefits paid and charged against the
liability in 2001 was [EURO]131 million.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
As a result of the planned idling, closing or disposal of manufacturing
facilities, the carrying values of the assets held for use at these plants were
determined to be impaired as the identifiable, undiscounted future cash flows
from the operation of such assets were less than their respective carrying
values. In accordance with the provisions of SFAS 121, the Chrysler Group
recorded an impairment charge of [EURO]984 million. The impairment charge
represents the amount by which the carrying values of the property, plant,
equipment and tooling exceeded their respective fair market values as determined
by third party appraisals or comparative market analyses developed by the
Chrysler Group.
Other costs primarily include supplier contract cancellation costs.
Other key initiatives of the plan include additional cost reduction and
revenue enhancing measures. Specifically, in an effort to reduce costs,
suppliers are being requested to voluntarily reduce the prices charged for
materials and services over the period January 1, 2001 through 2002. Under the
revenue enhancement measures of the turnaround plan, certain dealer programs
were replaced with a new performance-based incentive program under which dealers
may earn cash payments based on levels of achievement compared to pre-assigned
monthly retail sales objectives.
8. FINANCIAL INCOME, NET
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Income (loss) from investments of which from
affiliated companies [EURO](2) (2000: [EURO]24;
1999: [EURO]41).................................... 24 73 19
Gains, net from disposals of investments and shares
in affiliated and associated companies............. 320 1 41
Write-down of investments and shares in affiliated
companies.......................................... (109) (54) (19)
Income (loss) from companies included at equity...... 97 (244) 23
------ ----- ------
Income (loss) from investments, net.................. 332 (224) 64
------ ----- ------
Other interest and similar income of which from
affiliated companies [EURO]31 (2000: [EURO]20;
1999: [EURO]17).................................... 1,483 1,268 1,382
Interest and similar expenses........................ (1,760) (988) (729)
------ ----- ------
Interest income, net................................. (277) 280 653
------ ----- ------
Income from securities and long-term receivables..... 291 161 913
Write-down of securities and long-term receivables... (16) (3) (17)
Other, net........................................... (176) (58) (1,280)
------ ----- ------
Other financial income (loss), net................... 99 100 (384)
------ ----- ------
154 156 333
====== ===== ======
</Table>
In 2001, EADS, an equity method investment of the Group, created a new
company, Airbus SAS, and contributed all of its Airbus activities into the new
company for a 100% ownership interest. Also in 2001, Airbus SAS issued new
shares to BAe Systems in exchange for all of its Airbus activities. As a result
of this transaction, EADS' ownership interest in Airbus SAS, which is
consolidated by EADS, was diluted to 80%. DaimlerChrysler recognized under U.S.
GAAP its share of the gain resulting from the formation of Airbus SAS in the
amount of [EURO]747 million in income (loss) from companies included at equity.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
In 1999, realized and unrealized net losses on derivative financial
instruments of [EURO]1,078 million were included in other, net.
The Group capitalized interest expenses related to qualifying construction
projects of [EURO]275 million (2000: [EURO]181 million;
1999: [EURO]163 million).
9. INCOME TAXES
Income (loss) before income taxes consists of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Germany............................................... 4,498 2,729 2,688
Non-German countries.................................. (5,981) 1,747 6,969
------ ----- -----
(1,483) 4,476 9,657
====== ===== =====
</Table>
Income tax expense (benefit) are comprised of the following components:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Current taxes
Germany........................................... 793 (45) 1,074
Non-German countries.............................. (512) 1,160 1,538
Deferred taxes
Germany........................................... 637 1,490 836
Non-German countries.............................. (1,695) (606) 1,085
------ ----- -----
(777) 1,999 4,533
====== ===== =====
</Table>
For German companies, the deferred taxes at December 31, 2001 are calculated
using a federal corporate tax rate of 25% (2000: 25%; 1999: 40%) plus a
solidarity surcharge of 5.5% for each year on federal corporate taxes payable
plus the after federal tax benefit rate for trade tax of 12.125% (2000: 12.125%;
1999: 9.3%). Including the impact of the surcharge and the trade tax, the tax
rate applied to German deferred taxes amounts to 38.5% (2000: 38.5%; 1999:
51.5%).
In 2000, the German government enacted new tax legislation which, among
other changes, reduced the Group's statutory corporate tax rate for German
companies from 40% on retained earnings and 30% on distributed earnings to a
uniform 25%, effective for the Group's year beginning January 1, 2001. The
significant other tax law change is the exemption from tax for certain gains and
losses from the sale of shares in affiliated and unaffiliated companies. The
effects of the reduction in the tax rate and other changes on the deferred tax
assets and liabilities of the Group's German companies were recognized in the
year of enactment. As a result, a net charge of [EURO]263 million is included in
the consolidated statement of income (loss) in 2000. The effects of the
reduction in the tax rate resulted in deferred tax expense of
[EURO]373 million. The exemption from tax for certain gains from the sale of
shares resulted in deferred tax benefit of [EURO]110 million due to the
elimination of the net deferred tax liabilities on the net unrealized gains.
In 1999, the tax laws in Germany were changed including a reduction in the
retained corporate income tax rate from 45% to 40% and the broadening of the tax
base. The effects of the changes in German tax laws were recognized as a net
charge of [EURO]812 million in the consolidated statement of income (loss) in
1999. The effects of
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
the reduction in the tax rate on the deferred tax assets and liabilities of the
Group's German companies as of December 31, 1998 amounted to [EURO]290 million.
The broadening of the tax base resulted in tax expense of [EURO]522 million.
The effect of the tax law changes in Germany in 2000 and 1999 are reflected
separately in the reconciliations presented below.
For the years ending December 31, 2000 and 1999, the German corporate tax
law applied a split-rate imputation with regard to the taxation of the earnings
of a corporation. In accordance with the tax law in effect for those fiscal
years, retained corporate income was initially subject to a federal corporate
tax of 40% plus a solidarity surcharge of 5.5% for each year on federal
corporate taxes payable. Including the impact of the surcharge, the federal
corporate tax rate amounted to 42.2%. Upon distribution of certain retained
earnings generated in Germany to stockholders, the corporate income tax rate on
the earnings was adjusted to 30%, plus a solidarity surcharge of 5.5% for each
year on the distribution corporate tax, for a total of 31.65% for each year, by
means of a refund for taxes previously paid. Under the new German corporate tax
system, during a 15 year transition period beginning on January 1, 2001, the
Group will continue to receive a refund on the distribution of retained earnings
which existed as of December 31, 2000.
A reconciliation of expected income taxes to actual income tax expense
(benefit) determined using the applicable German corporate tax rate of 25%
(2000: 40%; 1999: 40%) plus a solidarity surcharge of 5.5% on federal corporate
taxes plus the after federal tax benefit rate for trade taxes of 12.125% (2000:
9.3%; 1999: 9.3%) for a combined statutory rate of 38.5% in 2001 (2000: 51.5%;
1999: 51.5%) is as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Expected expense (benefit) for income taxes............ (571) 2,305 4,973
Tax rate differential with non-German countries........ 96 (346) (966)
Gains from sales of business interests (Adtranz, TEMIC,
debitel)............................................. (191) -- --
Trade tax rate differential............................ (50) (28) (24)
Changes in valuation allowances on German deferred tax
assets............................................... 29 -- 23
Tax effect of equity method investments................ (25) 113 (12)
Amortization of non-deductible goodwill................ 5 52 33
Tax free income and non-deductible expenses............ (76) 48 36
Effect of changes in German tax laws................... -- 263 812
Dividend distribution credit at DC AG.................. -- (491) (505)
Other.................................................. 6 83 163
---- ----- -----
Actual expense (benefit) for income taxes.............. (777) 1,999 4,533
==== ===== =====
</Table>
In 2000 and 1999, income tax credits from dividend distributions reflected
the tax benefits from the dividend distributions of [EURO]2.35 per Ordinary
Share to be paid for those years.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Deferred income tax assets and liabilities are summarized as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Property, plant and equipment............................. 365 463
Investments and long-term financial assets................ 2,135 1,986
Equipment on operating leases............................. 689 800
Inventories............................................... 697 664
Receivables............................................... 1,369 1,400
Net operating loss and tax credit carryforwards........... 3,078 1,669
Retirement plans.......................................... 3,682 3,442
Other accrued liabilities................................. 6,340 4,756
Liabilities............................................... 1,113 1,114
Deferred income........................................... 1,162 1,330
Other..................................................... 423 427
------- -------
21,053 18,051
Valuation allowances...................................... (145) (335)
------- -------
Deferred tax assets....................................... 20,908 17,716
------- -------
Property, plant and equipment............................. (4,095) (3,609)
Equipment on operating leases............................. (8,286) (7,569)
Inventories............................................... (385) (303)
Receivables............................................... (2,542) (2,341)
Securities................................................ (448) (33)
Prepaid expenses.......................................... (482) (481)
Retirement plans.......................................... (4,794) (4,409)
Other accrued liabilities................................. (673) (1,010)
Taxes on undistributed earnings of non-German
subsidiaries............................................ (514) (486)
Other..................................................... (530) (519)
------- -------
Deferred tax liabilities.................................. (22,749) (20,760)
------- -------
Deferred tax liabilities, net............................. (1,841) (3,044)
======= =======
</Table>
At December 31, 2001, the Group had corporate and trade tax net operating
losses ("NOLs") amounting to [EURO]4,668 million (2000: [EURO]4,061 million) and
credit carryforwards amounting to [EURO]1,552 million (2000:
[EURO]776 million), determined in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The corporate tax
NOLs and credit carryforwards relate to losses of non-German companies and
German non-Organschaft companies and are partly limited in their use to the
Group. The valuation allowances on deferred tax assets of German and non-German
operations decreased by [EURO]190 million. The reduction in the valuation
allowance is mainly due to the sale of Adtranz. In future periods, depending
upon the financial results, management's estimate of the amount of the deferred
tax assets considered realizable may change, and hence the valuation allowances
may increase or decrease.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Net deferred income tax assets and liabilities in the consolidated balance
sheets are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
----------------------- -----------------------
THEREOF THEREOF
TOTAL NON-CURRENT TOTAL NON-CURRENT
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) --------- ----------- --------- -----------
Deferred tax assets................... 3,010 425 2,436 1,576
Deferred tax liabilities.............. (4,851) (4,761) (5,480) (4,938)
------ ------ ------ ------
Deferred tax liabilities, net......... (1,841) (4,336) (3,044) (3,362)
====== ====== ====== ======
</Table>
DaimlerChrysler recorded deferred tax liabilities for non-German withholding
taxes of [EURO]371 million (2000: [EURO]351 million) on [EURO]7,421 million
(2000: [EURO]7,028 million) in cumulative undistributed earnings of non-German
subsidiaries and additional German tax of [EURO]143 million (2000:
[EURO]135 million) on the future payout of these foreign dividends because the
earnings are not intended to be permanently reinvested in those operations.
The Group did not provide income taxes or non-German withholding taxes on
[EURO]13,899 million (2000: [EURO]15,543 million) in cumulative earnings of
non-German subsidiaries because the earnings are intended to be indefinitely
reinvested in those operations. It is not practicable to estimate the amount of
unrecognized deferred tax liabilities for these undistributed foreign earnings.
Including the items charged or credited directly to related components of
stockholders' equity and the expense (benefit) for income taxes of extraordinary
items and from changes in accounting principles, the expense (benefit) for
income taxes consists of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Expense (benefit) for income taxes before
extraordinary items................................. (777) 1,999 4,533
Income tax expense of extraordinary items............. -- 324 470
Income tax benefit from changes in accounting
principles.......................................... -- (53) --
Stockholders' equity for employee stock option expense
in excess of amounts recognized for financial
purposes............................................ -- -- (31)
Stockholders' equity for items in other comprehensive
income.............................................. (507) (338) (155)
------ ----- -----
(1,284) 1,932 4,817
====== ===== =====
</Table>
10. CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES
BENEFICIAL INTERESTS IN SECURITIZED FINANCIAL ASSETS: Adoption of EITF
99-20 -- As of July 1, 2000, DaimlerChrysler adopted EITF 99-20 which specifies,
among other things, how a transferor that retains an interest in a
securitization transaction, or an enterprise that purchases a beneficial
interest, should account for interest income and impairment. The cumulative
effect of adopting EITF 99-20 was a charge of [EURO]99 million (net of income
tax benefits of [EURO]58 million).
DERIVATIVE FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES: Adoption of
SFAS 133 and SFAS 138 -- DaimlerChrysler elected to adopt SFAS 133 on
January 1, 2000. Upon adoption of this Statement, DaimlerChrysler recorded a net
transition adjustment gain of [EURO]12 million (net of income tax expense of
[EURO]5 million) in the statement of income (loss) and a net transition
adjustment loss of [EURO]349 million (net of income tax benefit of
[EURO]367 million) in accumulated other comprehensive income. Adoption of
SFAS 138 did not have an impact on the Group's consolidated statement of income
(loss).
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
11. EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS
In October 2000, Adtranz sold its fixed installations business which
primarily focuses on rail electrification and traction power to Balfour Beatty
for [EURO]153 million resulting in an extraordinary after-tax gain of
[EURO]89 million (net of income tax expense of [EURO]52 million).
In October 2000, DaimlerChrysler and Deutsche Telekom combined their
information technology activities in a joint venture. In accordance with an
agreement announced on March 27, 2000, Deutsche Telekom received a 50.1%
interest in T-Systems ITS through an investment of approximately
[EURO]4.6 billion for new shares of T-Systems ITS. In 2000, the transaction
resulted in an extraordinary after-tax gain of [EURO]2,345 million. The
agreements also confer on Deutsche Telekom the option to acquire from the Group,
and on DaimlerChrysler the option to sell to Deutsche Telekom, the Group's 49.9%
interest in T-Systems ITS. DaimlerChrysler accounts for its interest in
T-Systems using the equity method. The DaimlerChrysler option was exercised in
January 2002 (see Note 34).
In July 2000, the Group exchanged its controlling interest in
DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for shares of EADS, which subsequently completed its
initial public offering. EADS is a global aerospace and defense company which
was established through a merger of Aerospatiale Matra S.A., DaimlerChrysler
Aerospace AG and Construcciones Aeronauticas S.A. ("CASA"). DaimlerChrysler
accounted for the shares of EADS received in the exchange at their fair value on
that date and recorded an extraordinary gain of [EURO]3,009 million. The Group
accounts for its 33% interest in EADS using the equity method of accounting.
DaimlerChrysler has the right to sell all of its ownership interest in EADS to
certain French shareholders. This put option may be exercised immediately in the
event of a voting deadlock on certain matters or at certain times after three
years. The price is based on the average closing mid-market price of EADS shares
during the 30 trading days prior to the exercise of the put option.
In 2000, Ballard Power Systems Inc., a developer of fuel cells and related
power generation systems, issued additional common shares to its shareholders.
DaimlerChrysler elected not to purchase additional shares thereby reducing its
ownership interest. The dilution of its ownership interest resulted in an
extraordinary gain of [EURO]73 million.
In March 1999, DaimlerChrysler Services AG sold a portion of its interests
in debitel AG in an initial public offering of its ordinary shares for proceeds
of [EURO]274 million. In September 1999, DaimlerChrysler Services AG sold an
additional portion of its remaining interests in debitel AG to Swisscom for
proceeds of [EURO]924 million. The sales resulted in an extraordinary after-tax
gain of [EURO]659 million (net of income tax expense of [EURO]481 million) and
reduced DaimlerChrysler Services AG's interest in debitel to 10%. See Note 4 for
the sale of the remaining 10% interest in 2001.
The gains from each of the foregoing transactions are reported as
extraordinary items in the consolidated statements of income (loss) for the
years 1999 and 2000 because U.S. GAAP requires such presentation when a
significant disposition of assets or businesses occurs within two years
subsequent to accounting for a business combination using the
pooling-of-interests method.
In 1999 the Group extinguished [EURO]51 million of long-term debt resulting
in an extraordinary after tax loss of [EURO]19 million (net of income tax
benefit of [EURO]11 million).
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
12. INTANGIBLE ASSETS AND PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, NET
Information with respect to changes in the Group's intangible assets and
property, plant and equipment is presented in the Consolidated Fixed Assets
Schedule included herein. Intangible assets represent principally goodwill and
intangible pension assets.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Property, plant and equipment includes buildings, technical equipment and
other equipment capitalized under capital lease agreements of [EURO]148 million
(2000: [EURO]140 million). Depreciation expense and impairment charges on assets
under capital lease arrangements were [EURO]13 million
(2000: [EURO]188 million; 1999: [EURO]32 million).
13. EQUIPMENT ON OPERATING LEASES, NET
Information with respect to changes in the Group's equipment on operating
leases is presented in the Consolidated Fixed Assets Schedule included herein.
Of the total equipment on operating leases, [EURO]35,015 million represent
automobiles and commercial vehicles (2000: [EURO]32,639 million).
Noncancellable future lease payments due from customers for equipment on
operating leases at December 31, 2001 are as follows (in millions of [EURO]):
<Table>
2002........................................................ 8,560
2003........................................................ 4,425
2004........................................................ 2,528
2005........................................................ 812
2006........................................................ 244
thereafter.................................................. 352
------
16,921
======
</Table>
14. INVENTORIES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Raw materials and manufacturing supplies................... 2,251 2,495
Work-in-process ........................................... 3,038 5,232
thereof relating to long-term contracts and programs in
process [EURO] -- (2000: [EURO]1,967)
Finished goods, parts and products held for resale......... 11,904 10,726
Advance payments to suppliers.............................. 97 309
------ ------
17,290 18,762
------ ------
Less: Advance payments received ........................... (536) (2,479)
thereof relating to long-term contracts and programs in
process [EURO]110 (2000: [EURO]608)
------ ------
16,754 16,283
====== ======
</Table>
Certain of the Group's U.S. inventories are valued using the LIFO method. If
the FIFO method had been used instead of the LIFO method, inventories would have
been higher by [EURO]1,102 million (2000: [EURO]1,058 million).
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
15. TRADE RECEIVABLES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Receivables from sales of goods and services................ 7,052 8,506
Long-term contracts and programs, un-billed, net of advance
payments received......................................... 24 200
----- -----
7,076 8,706
Allowance for doubtful accounts............................. (646) (711)
----- -----
6,430 7,995
===== =====
</Table>
As of December 31, 2001, [EURO]136 million of the trade receivables mature
after more than one year (2000: [EURO]261 million).
16. RECEIVABLES FROM FINANCIAL SERVICES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Receivables from:
Sales financing............................................ 38,882 37,193
Finance leases............................................. 17,400 19,031
------ ------
56,282 56,224
Initial direct costs....................................... 248 177
Unearned income............................................ (6,833) (8,021)
Unguaranteed residual value of leased assets............... 1,417 1,183
------ ------
51,114 49,563
Allowance for doubtful accounts............................ (1,602) (890)
------ ------
49,512 48,673
====== ======
</Table>
As of December 31, 2001, [EURO]35,551 million of the financing receivables
mature after more than one year (2000: [EURO]28,138 million).
Sales financing and finance lease receivables consist of retail installment
sales contracts secured by automobiles and commercial vehicles. Contractual
maturities applicable to receivables from sales financing and finance leases in
each of the years following December 31, 2001 are as follows (in millions of
[EURO]):
<Table>
<Caption>
2002........................................................ 16,820
2003........................................................ 10,484
2004........................................................ 9,005
2005........................................................ 6,932
2006........................................................ 4,310
thereafter.................................................. 8,731
------
56,282
======
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Actual cash flows will vary from contractual maturities due to future sales
of finance receivables, prepayments and charge-offs.
17. OTHER RECEIVABLES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Receivables from affiliated companies...................... 1,250 1,341
Receivables from related companies*........................ 1,041 1,379
Retained interests in sold receivables and subordinated
asset backed certificates................................ 5,482 4,816
Other receivables and other assets......................... 9,141 7,817
------ ------
16,914 15,353
Allowance for doubtful accounts............................ (726) (957)
------ ------
16,188 14,396
====== ======
</Table>
- ------------------------------
* Related companies include entities which have a significant ownership in
DaimlerChrysler or entities in which the Group holds a significant investment.
As of December 31, 2001, [EURO]2,584 million of the other receivables mature
after more than one year (2000: [EURO]2,101 million).
18. SECURITIES, INVESTMENTS AND LONG-TERM FINANCIAL ASSETS
Information with respect to the Group's investments and long-term financial
assets is presented in the Consolidated Fixed Assets Schedule included herein.
Securities included in non-fixed assets are comprised of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Debt securities............................................. 1,632 2,791
Equity securities........................................... 120 601
Equity-based funds.......................................... 91 397
Debt-based funds............................................ 1,234 1,589
----- -----
3,077 5,378
===== =====
</Table>
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Carrying amounts and fair values of debt and equity securities included in
securities and investments for which fair values are readily determinable are
classified as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
----------------------------------------- -----------------------------------------
UNREALIZED UNREALIZED
FAIR ------------------- FAIR -------------------
COST VALUE GAIN LOSS COST VALUE GAIN LOSS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Available-for-sale....... 2,645 2,613 34 66 4,859 4,918 246 187
Trading.................. 460 464 6 2 451 460 9 --
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
Securities............... 3,105 3,077 40 68 5,310 5,378 255 187
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
Investments and long-term
financial assets
available-for-sale..... 731 987 316 60 843 1,304 737 276
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
3,836 4,064 356 128 6,153 6,682 992 463
===== ===== === === ===== ===== === ===
</Table>
The aggregate costs, fair values and gross unrealized holding gains and
losses per security class are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
----------------------------------------- -----------------------------------------
UNREALIZED UNREALIZED
FAIR ------------------- FAIR -------------------
COST VALUE GAIN LOSS COST VALUE GAIN LOSS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Equity securities........ 819 1,083 333 69 1,333 1,880 855 308
Debt securities issued by
the German government
and its agencies....... 112 112 -- -- 122 123 1 --
Municipal securities..... 27 27 -- -- 24 25 1 --
Debt securities issued by
non-German
governments............ 131 134 3 -- 652 656 5 1
Corporate debt
securities............. 301 305 7 3 536 537 6 5
Equity-based funds....... 96 91 -- 5 323 397 80 6
Debt-based funds......... 1,239 1,234 -- 5 1,692 1,590 14 116
Asset-backed
securities............. 241 247 7 1 178 180 3 1
Other marketable debt
securities............. 410 367 -- 43 842 834 18 26
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
Available-for-sale....... 3,376 3,600 350 126 5,702 6,222 983 463
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
Trading.................. 460 464 6 2 451 460 9 --
----- ----- --- --- ----- ----- --- ---
3,836 4,064 356 128 6,153 6,682 992 463
===== ===== === === ===== ===== === ===
</Table>
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The estimated fair values of investments in debt securities, by contractual
maturity, are shown below. Expected maturities may differ from contractual
maturities because borrowers may have the right to call or prepay obligations
with or without penalty.
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------------------
AVAILABLE-FOR-SALE 2001 2000
- ------------------ -------- --------
Due within one year......................................... 1,412 2,704
Due after one year through five years....................... 390 735
Due after five years through ten years...................... 422 430
Due after ten years......................................... 202 76
----- -----
2,426 3,945
===== =====
</Table>
Proceeds from disposals of available-for-sale securities were
[EURO]2,432 million (2000: [EURO]9,422 million; 1999: [EURO]2,481 million).
Gross realized gains from sales of available-for-sale securities were
[EURO]419 million (2000: [EURO]275 million; 1999: [EURO]627 million), while
gross realized losses were [EURO]144 million (2000: [EURO]140 million; 1999:
[EURO]4 million). DaimlerChrysler uses the specific identification method as a
basis for determining cost and calculating realized gains and losses.
Other securities classified as cash equivalents were approximately
[EURO]7.3 billion and [EURO]4.3 billion at December 31, 2001 and 2000,
respectively, and consisted primarily of purchase agreements, commercial paper
and certificates of deposit.
19. LIQUID ASSETS
Liquid assets recorded under various balance sheet captions are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Cash and cash equivalents *
originally maturing within 3 months.............. 11,397 7,082 8,761
originally maturing after 3 months............... 31 45 338
------ ------ ------
Total cash and cash equivalents.................... 11,428 7,127 9,099
------ ------ ------
Securities......................................... 3,077 5,378 8,969
Other.............................................. 20 5 133
------ ------ ------
14,525 12,510 18,201
====== ====== ======
</Table>
- ------------------------
* Cash and cash equivalents are mainly comprised of cash at banks, cash on hand
and checks in transit.
The following represents supplemental information with respect to cash
flows:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Interest paid.......................................... 4,616 5,629 3,315
Income taxes paid (refunded)........................... (624) 775 1,883
</Table>
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
20. PREPAID EXPENSES
Prepaid expenses are comprised of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Prepaid pension cost........................................ 7,584 6,799
Other prepaid expenses...................................... 1,022 1,108
----- -----
8,606 7,907
===== =====
</Table>
As of December 31, 2001, [EURO]7,632 million of the total prepaid expenses
mature after more than one year (2000: [EURO]6,819 million).
21. STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
NUMBER OF SHARES ISSUED AND OUTSTANDING
DaimlerChrysler had issued and outstanding 1,003,271,998 registered Ordinary
Shares of no par value at December 31, 2001 (2000: 1,003,271,911). Each share
represents a nominal value of [EURO]2.60 of capital stock.
TREASURY STOCK
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler purchased approximately 1.4 million (2000:
1.4 million; 1999: 1.2 million) Ordinary Shares in connection with an employee
share purchase plan, of which 1.2 million (2000: 1.4 million; 1999:
1.2 million) were re-issued to employees and the remaining 0.2 million in 2001
were resold in the market.
AUTHORIZED AND CONDITIONAL CAPITAL
Through April 30, 2003, the Board of Management is authorized, upon approval
of the Supervisory Board, to increase capital stock by a total of up to an
aggregate nominal amount of [EURO]256 million and to issue Ordinary Shares of up
to an aggregate nominal amount of [EURO]26 million to employees.
In April 2000, the Group's shareholders agreed to increase the nominal
amount of capital stock per share from approximately [EURO]2.56 (originating
from the conversion of Deutsche Marks into euros) to [EURO]2.60. This resulted
in an increase of capital stock and an equivalent decrease of additional paid-in
capital of [EURO]44 million. The conditional and authorized capital as described
in the Articles of Association were adjusted accordingly. DaimlerChrysler is
authorized to issue convertible bonds and notes with warrants in a nominal
volume of up to [EURO]15 billion with a term of up to 20 years by April 18,
2005. The convertible bonds and notes with warrants shall grant to the holders
or creditors option or conversion rights for new shares in DaimlerChrysler in a
nominal amount not to exceed [EURO]300 million of capital stock. DaimlerChrysler
is also entitled to grant up to 96,000,000 rights (representing up to a nominal
amount of approximately [EURO]250 million of capital stock) with respect to the
DaimlerChrysler Stock Option Plan by April 18, 2005.
DaimlerChrysler is authorized through October 11, 2002, to acquire treasury
stock for certain defined purposes up to a maximum nominal amount of
[EURO]260 million of capital stock, representing approximately 10% of issued and
outstanding capital stock.
CONVERTIBLE NOTES
In June 1997, DaimlerChrysler issued 5.75% subordinated mandatory
convertible notes due June 14, 2002 with a nominal amount of [EURO]66.83 per
note. These convertible notes represent at the date of issue a nominal
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
amount of [EURO]508 million including 7,600,000 notes which may be converted
into 0.86631 newly issuable shares of DaimlerChrysler AG before June 4, 2002.
Notes not converted by this date will be mandatorily converted at a conversion
rate between 0.86631 and 1.25625 Ordinary Shares of DaimlerChrysler AG per note
to be determined on the basis of the average market price for the shares during
the last 20 trading days before June 8, 2002. During 2001, 87 (2000: 92; 1999:
665) DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares were issued upon exercise.
During 1996, DaimlerChrysler Luxembourg Capital S.A., a wholly-owned
subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler, issued 4.125% bearer notes with appertaining
warrants due July 5, 2003, in the amount of [EURO]613 million (with a nominal
value of [EURO]511 each) entitling the bond holders to subscribe for a total of
12,366,324 shares (7,728,048 of which represent newly issued shares totaling
[EURO]383 million) of DaimlerChrysler. According to the note agreements the
option price per share is [EURO]42.67 in consideration of exchange of the notes
or [EURO]44.49 in cash. During 2001, no options for the subscription of newly
issued DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares (2000: 10,416; 1999: 1,517,468) were
exercised.
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
The changes in the components of other comprehensive income (loss) are as
follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
2001 2000 1999
------------------------------ ------------------------------ ------------------------------
TAX TAX TAX
PRETAX EFFECT NET PRETAX EFFECT NET PRETAX EFFECT NET
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Unrealized gains (losses) on
securities:
Unrealized holding gains
(losses)................ (129) 149 20 (250) 46 (204) 292 (163) 129
Reclassification
adjustments for (gains)
losses included in net
income (loss)........... (46) (111) (157) 61 (6) 55 (623) 313 (310)
------ ---- ---- ------ ---- ----- ----- ---- -----
Net unrealized gains
(losses)................ (175) 38 (137) (189) 40 (149) (331) 150 (181)
Net gains (losses) on
derivatives hedging
variability of cash flows:
Unrealized derivative
gains (losses).......... (708) 257 (451) (1,932) 978 (954) -- -- --
Reclassification
adjustments for (gains)
losses included in net
income (loss)........... 829 (307) 522 1,113 (567) 546 -- -- --
------ ---- ---- ------ ---- ----- ----- ---- -----
Net derivative gains
(losses)................ 121 (50) 71 (819) 411 (408) -- -- --
Foreign currency translation
adjustments................. 598 (33) 565 1,474 (111) 1,363 2,431 -- 2,431
Minimum pension liability
adjustments................. (1,436) 552 (884) 8 (2) 6 (13) 5 (8)
------ ---- ---- ------ ---- ----- ----- ---- -----
Other comprehensive income
(loss)...................... (892) 507 (385) 474 338 812 2,087 155 2,242
====== ==== ==== ====== ==== ===== ===== ==== =====
</Table>
MISCELLANEOUS
The minority stockholders of Dornier GmbH, a subsidiary of DADC Luft- und
Raumfahrt Beteiligungs AG, have the right, exercisable at any time, to exchange
their shareholdings in Dornier for cash or holdings in
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
DaimlerChrysler AG or its subsidiary DaimlerChrysler Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding
Aktiengesellschaft. Some of the Dornier minority stockholders partially
exercised this right in 2001 and exchanged some of their shareholdings in
Dornier for cash and/or holdings in DaimlerChrysler Luft- und Raumfahrt Holding
Aktiengesellschaft. To the extent that they have made use of their right to
exchange their shareholdings for holdings of DaimlerChrysler Luft- und Raumfahrt
Holding Aktiengesellschaft, they have the right to exchange this new
shareholding for cash or for DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares. This right has
already been partially exercised.
Under the German corporation law (Aktiengesetz), the amount of dividends
available for distribution to shareholders is based upon the unappropriated
accumulated earnings of DaimlerChrysler AG (parent company only) as reported in
its statutory financial statements determined in accordance with the German
commercial code (Handelsgesetzbuch). For the year ended December 31, 2001,
DaimlerChrysler management has proposed a distribution of [EURO]1,003 million
([EURO]1 per share) of the 2001 earnings of DaimlerChrysler AG as a dividend to
the stockholders.
22. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
The Group currently has various stock appreciation rights ("SARs") plans,
two stock option plans and a performance-based stock award plan.
STOCK APPRECIATION-BASED PLANS
In 1999, DaimlerChrysler established a stock appreciation rights plan (the
"SAR Plan 1999") which provides eligible employees of the Group with the right
to receive cash equal to the appreciation of DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares
subsequent to the date of grant. The stock appreciation rights granted under the
SAR Plan 1999 vest in equal installments on the second and third anniversaries
from the date of grant. All unexercised SARs expire ten years from the grant
date. The exercise price of a SAR is equal to the fair market value of
DaimlerChrysler's Ordinary Shares on the date of grant. On February 24, 1999,
the Group issued 11.4 million SARs at an exercise price of [EURO]89.70.
As discussed below, in the second quarter of 1999 DaimlerChrysler converted
all options granted under its existing stock option plans from 1997 and 1998
into SARs.
In conjunction with the consummation of the merger between Daimler-Benz and
Chrysler in 1998, the Group implemented a SAR plan through which 22.3 million
SARs were issued at an exercise price of $75.56 each. The initial grant of SARs
replaced Chrysler fixed stock options that were converted to DaimlerChrysler
Ordinary Shares as of the consummation of the merger. SARs which replaced stock
options that were exercisable at the time of the consummation of the merger were
immediately exercisable at the date of grant. SARs related to stock options that
were not exercisable at the date of consummation of the merger became
exercisable in two installments; 50% on the six-month and one-year anniversaries
of the consummation date.
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
A summary of the activity related to the Group's SAR plans as of and for the
years ended December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999 is presented below (SARs in
millions):
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
------------------------ ------------------------ ------------------------
WEIGHTED- WEIGHTED- WEIGHTED-
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE
NUMBER OF EXERCISE NUMBER OF EXERCISE NUMBER OF EXERCISE
SARS PRICE SARS PRICE SARS PRICE
--------- ------------ --------- ------------ --------- ------------
Outstanding at beginning of
year............................ 44.5 [EURO]82.87 45.8 [EURO]80.25 22.2 [EURO]64.58
Granted........................... -- -- -- -- 11.4 89.70
Exchange of stock options for
SARs............................ -- -- -- -- 15.2 79.79
Exercised......................... -- -- -- -- (2.2) 64.91
Forfeited......................... (2.0) 85.93 (1.3) 78.52 (0.8) 76.07
---- ------------ ---- ------------ ---- ------------
Outstanding at year-end........... 42.5 84.75 44.5 82.87 45.8 80.25
---- ------------ ---- ------------ ---- ------------
SARs exercisable at year-end...... 42.5 [EURO]84.75 33.6 [EURO]80.63 26.8 [EURO]72.77
==== ============ ==== ============ ==== ============
</Table>
The Group grants performance-based stock awards to certain eligible
employees with performance periods of three years and track the value of
DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares. The amount ultimately earned in cash
compensation at the end of a performance period is based on the degree of
achievement of corporate goals. The Group issued 0.9 million performance-based
stock awards in 2001 (2000: 0.7 million; 1999: 0.7 million).
Compensation expense or benefit (representing the reversal of previously
recognized expense) on SARs and performance-based stock awards is recorded based
on changes in the market price of DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares and, in the
case of performance-based stock awards, the attainment of certain performance
goals. For the year ended December 31, 2001, the Group recognized compensation
expense of [EURO]17 million and for the years ended December 31, 2000 and 1999,
the Group recognized compensation benefits of [EURO]44 million and
[EURO]106 million, respectively, for SARs and performance-based stock awards.
STOCK OPTION PLANS
In April 2000, the Group's shareholders approved the DaimlerChrysler Stock
Option Plan 2000 which provides for the granting of stock options for the
purchase of DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares to eligible employees. Options
granted under the Stock Option Plan 2000 are exercisable at a reference price
per DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Share determined in advance plus a 20% premium. The
options become exercisable in equal installments on the second and third
anniversaries from the date of grant. All unexercised options expire ten years
from the date of grant. If the market price per DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Share
on the date of exercise is at least 20% higher than the reference price, the
holder is entitled to receive a cash payment equal to the original exercise
premium of 20%. In May 2000, certain shareholders challenged the approval of the
Stock Option Plan 2000 at the stockholders' meeting on April 19, 2000. In
October 2000, the Stuttgart District Court (Landgericht Stuttgart) dismissed the
case and the Stuttgart Court of Appeals (Oberlandesgericht Stuttgart) dismissed
an appeal in June 2001. The shareholders appealed the decision of the Stuttgart
Court of Appeals (a Revision) to the Federal Supreme Court (Bundesgerichtshof)
in July 2001. Since the approval of the Stock Option Plan 2000, the Group issued
33.9 million options during the years 2001 and 2000 at reference prices of
[EURO]55.80 and [EURO]62.30, respectively.
DaimlerChrysler established, based on shareholder approvals, the 1998, 1997
and 1996 Stock Option Plans (former Daimler-Benz plans), which provide for the
granting of options for the purchase of DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares to
certain members of management. The options granted under the plans are evidenced
by non-transferable convertible bonds with a principal amount of [EURO]511 per
bond due ten years after issuance. During
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
certain specified periods each year, each convertible bond may be converted into
201 DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares, if the market price per share on the day of
conversion is at least 15% higher than the predetermined conversion price and
the options (granted in 1998 and 1997) have been held for a 24 month waiting
period. The specific terms of these plans are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
BONDS
GRANTED IN DUE STATED INTEREST RATE CONVERSION PRICE
- ---------- --------- -------------------- ----------------
1996 July 2006 5.9% [EURO]42.62
1997 July 2007 5.3% [EURO]65.90
1998 July 2008 4.4% [EURO]92.30
</Table>
In the second quarter of 1999, DaimlerChrysler converted all options granted
under the 1998 and 1997 Stock Option Plans into SARs. All terms and conditions
of the new SARs are identical to the stock options which were replaced, except
that the holder of a SAR has the right to receive cash equal to the difference
between the exercise price of the original option and the fair value of the
Group's stock at the exercise date rather than receiving DaimlerChrysler
Ordinary Shares.
Analysis of the stock options issued to eligible employees is as follows
(options in millions):
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
----------------------- ----------------------- -----------------------
AVERAGE AVERAGE AVERAGE
NUMBER CONVERSION NUMBER CONVERSION NUMBER CONVERSION
OF STOCK PRICE PER OF STOCK PRICE PER OF STOCK PRICE PER
OPTIONS SHARE OPTIONS SHARE OPTIONS SHARE
-------- ------------ -------- ------------ -------- ------------
Balance at beginning of year......... 15.3 [EURO]74.65 0.1 [EURO]42.62 15.5 [EURO]79.63
Options granted...................... 18.7 66.96 15.2 74.76 -- --
Bonds sold........................... -- -- -- -- -- --
Converted............................ -- -- -- -- -- --
Forfeited............................ (0.4) 70.08 -- -- -- --
Repayment............................ -- -- -- -- (0.2) 79.10
Exchanged for SARs................... -- -- -- -- (15.2) 79.79
---- ------------ ---- ------------ ----- ------------
Outstanding at year-end.............. 33.6 70.43 15.3 74.65 0.1 42.62
==== ============ ==== ============ ===== ============
Exercisable at year-end.............. 0.1 [EURO]42.62 0.1 [EURO]42.62 0.1 [EURO]42.62
==== ============ ==== ============ ===== ============
</Table>
Compensation expense of [EURO]19 million was recognized in 2001 in
connection with the stock option plans (2000: expense of [EURO]13 million). No
compensation expense was recognized in 1999.
MISCELLANEOUS
DaimlerChrysler applies APB Opinion 25, "Accounting for Stock Issued to
Employees," and related interpretations in accounting for its stock-based
compensation plans. If compensation expense had been based upon the fair value
at the grant date, consistent with the methodology prescribed under SFAS 123,
"Accounting for Stock Based Compensation," the Group's net loss and basic and
diluted loss per share in 2001 would have increased by approximately
[EURO]72 million (basic loss per share: [EURO]0.07; diluted earnings loss per
share: [EURO]0.07). In 2000, the Group's net income and basic and diluted
earnings per share would have been reduced by approximately [EURO]12 million
(basic earnings per share: [EURO]0.01; diluted earnings per share: [EURO]0.01).
No additional compensation expense would have been recorded for the year ended
December 31, 1999 under SFAS 123.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The fair value of the DaimlerChrysler stock options issued in 2001 and 2000
was calculated at the grant date based on a trinomial tree option pricing model
which considers the terms of the issuance. The underlying assumptions and the
resulting fair value per option are as follows (at grant dates):
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000
------------ -----------
Expected dividend yield..................................... 4.6% 3.8%
Expected volatility......................................... 33.0% 25.0%
Risk-free interest rate..................................... 4.2% 4.8%
Expected lives (in years)................................... 3 3
Fair value per option....................................... [EURO]12.15 [EURO]9.50
</Table>
23. ACCRUED LIABILITIES
Accrued liabilities are comprised of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------------------------------
2001 2000
-------------------- --------------------
DUE AFTER DUE AFTER
TOTAL ONE YEAR TOTAL ONE YEAR
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------- -------- ---------
Pension plans and similar obligations
(see Note 23a)......................... 12,647 11,650 11,151 10,200
Income and other taxes................... 2,393 651 2,192 474
Other accrued liabilities (see
Note 23b).............................. 26,530 10,104 23,098 7,901
------ ------ ------ ------
41,570 22,405 36,441 18,575
====== ====== ====== ======
</Table>
A) PENSION PLANS AND SIMILAR OBLIGATIONS
Pension plans and similar obligations are comprised of the following
components:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Pension liabilities (pension plans)........................ 2,612 1,838
Accrued postretirement health and life insurance
benefits................................................. 9,442 8,636
Other benefit liabilities.................................. 593 677
------ ------
12,647 11,151
====== ======
</Table>
As described in Note 5 and Note 7, DaimlerChrysler implemented in 2001
restructuring plans at Freightliner and Chrysler Group, including certain
workforce reduction initiatives. The impacts from settlements and curtailments
of these turnaround plans on the pension and postretirement obligations are
contained in the following disclosures.
PENSION PLANS
The Group provides pension benefits to substantially all of its hourly and
salaried employees. Plan benefits are principally based upon years of service.
Certain pension plans are based on salary earned in the last year or last five
years of employment while others are fixed plans depending on ranking (both wage
level and position).
At December 31, 2001, plan assets were invested in diversified portfolios
that consisted primarily of debt and equity securities, including 2.0 million
shares of DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares with a market value of
[EURO]93 million in a U.S. plan. Assets and income accruing on all pension trust
and relief funds are used solely to pay pension benefits and administer the
plans.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The following information with respect to the Group's pension plans is
presented by German Plans and non-German Plans (principally comprised of plans
in the U.S.):
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, AT DECEMBER 31,
2001 2000
------------------------- -------------------------
NON-GERMAN NON-GERMAN
GERMAN PLANS PLANS GERMAN PLANS PLANS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ------------ ---------- ------------ ----------
Change in projected benefit obligations:
Projected benefit obligations at beginning
of year.................................. 9,579 21,878 13,123 19,578
------ ------ ------ ------
Foreign currency exchange rate
changes................................ -- 1,026 -- 1,403
Service cost............................ 198 404 242 433
Interest cost........................... 612 1,696 696 1,570
Plan amendments......................... 1 109 2 148
Actuarial (gains) losses................ 613 563 (732) (257)
Dispositions............................ (179) (765) (3,365) (31)
Acquisitions and other.................. 140 25 144 411
Settlement/curtailment loss............. 2 964 -- --
Benefits paid........................... (483) (1,761) (531) (1,377)
------ ------ ------ ------
Projected benefit obligations at end of
year..................................... 10,483 24,139 9,579 21,878
====== ====== ====== ======
Change in plan assets
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of
year..................................... 7,908 25,962 7,034 25,823
------ ------ ------ ------
Foreign currency exchange rate
changes................................ -- 1,199 -- 1,897
Actual return on plan assets............ (720) (1,309) 458 (755)
Employer contributions.................. 713 843 1,419 30
Plan participant contributions.......... -- 25 -- 29
Dispositions............................ -- (865) (579) --
Acquisitions and other.................. -- 17 (15) 303
Benefits paid........................... (398) (1,747) (409) (1,365)
------ ------ ------ ------
Fair value of plan assets at end of
year..................................... 7,503 24,125 7,908 25,962
====== ====== ====== ======
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
A reconciliation of the funded status to the amounts recognized in the
consolidated balance sheets is as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
------------------------- -------------------------
NON-GERMAN NON-GERMAN
GERMAN PLANS PLANS GERMAN PLANS PLANS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ------------ ---------- ------------ ----------
Funded status*.............................. 2,980 14 1,671 (4,084)
Unrecognized actuarial net gains
(losses)................................ (2,168) (4,112) (123) 1,102
Unrecognized prior service cost......... (5) (3,261) (8) (3,496)
Unrecognized net obligation at date of
initial application..................... -- (24) -- (153)
------ ------ ----- ------
Net liability (asset) recognized............ 807 (7,383) 1,540 (6,631)
====== ====== ===== ======
Amounts recognized in the consolidated
balance sheets consist of:
Prepaid pension cost.................... -- (7,584) -- (6,799)
Accrued pension liability............... 2,164 448 1,540 298
Intangible assets....................... -- (137) -- (95)
Accumulated other comprehensive
income................................ (1,357) (110) -- (35)
------ ------ ----- ------
Net liability (asset) recognized............ 807 (7,383) 1,540 (6,631)
====== ====== ===== ======
</Table>
- ------------------------
* Difference between the projected benefit obligations and the fair value of
plan assets.
The measurement dates for the Group's pension plans in Germany are
September 30 and in the U.S. are November 30 or December 31. Assumed discount
rates and rates of increase in remuneration used in calculating the projected
benefit obligations together with long-term rates of return on plan assets vary
according to the economic conditions of the country in which the pension plans
are situated. The weighted-average assumptions used in calculating the actuarial
values for the principal pension plans were as follows (in %):
<Table>
<Caption>
GERMAN PLANS NON-GERMAN PLANS
------------------------------ ------------------------------
2001 2000 1999 2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Weighted-average assumptions:
Discount rate......................................... 6.0 6.5 6.0 7.4 7.7 7.5
Expected return on plan assets........................ 7.9 7.9 7.7 10.1 10.2 9.8
Rate of compensation increase......................... 3.0 3.0 2.8 5.4 5.5 5.9
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The components of net pension cost were as follows for the years ended
December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
--------------------- --------------------- ---------------------
GERMAN NON-GERMAN GERMAN NON-GERMAN GERMAN NON-GERMAN
PLANS PLANS PLANS PLANS PLANS PLANS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- ---------- -------- ---------- -------- ----------
Service cost...................... 198 404 242 433 267 430
Interest cost..................... 612 1,696 696 1,570 756 1,185
Expected return on plan assets.... (649) (2,750) (625) (2,487) (223) (1,872)
Amortization of:
Unrecognized net actuarial
(gains) losses.............. -- (11) 3 (18) 1 41
Unrecognized prior service
cost........................ -- 356 1 371 -- 214
Unrecognized net obligation... -- 148 -- 146 -- 129
Other......................... -- -- 1 (6) 1 2
---- ------ ---- ------ ---- ------
Net periodic pension cost
(benefit)....................... 161 (157) 318 9 802 129
---- ------ ---- ------ ---- ------
Settlement/curtailment loss... 1 625 -- -- -- --
---- ------ ---- ------ ---- ------
Net pension cost.................. 162 468 318 9 802 129
==== ====== ==== ====== ==== ======
</Table>
The accumulated benefit obligations and fair value of plan assets for
pension plans with accumulated benefit obligations in excess of plan assets were
[EURO]10,224 million and [EURO]7,934 million, respectively, as of December 31,
2001 and [EURO]1,697 million and [EURO]343 million, respectively, as of
December 31, 2000.
OTHER POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS
Certain DaimlerChrysler operations in the U.S. and Canada provide
postretirement health and life insurance benefits to their employees. Upon
retirement from DaimlerChrysler the employees may become eligible for
continuation of these benefits. The benefits and eligibility rules may be
modified periodically.
At December 31, 2001, plan assets were invested in diversified portfolios
that consisted primarily of debt and equity securities.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The following information is presented with respect to the Group's
postretirement benefit plans:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Change in accumulated postretirement benefit obligations:
Accumulated postretirement benefit obligations at
beginning of year.................................... 12,857 10,527
------ ------
Foreign currency exchange rate changes............. 652 829
Service cost....................................... 257 208
Interest cost...................................... 1,033 873
Plan amendments.................................... (18) 444
Actuarial losses................................... 941 523
Settlement/curtailment loss........................ 186 --
Acquisitions and other............................. (13) 107
Benefits paid...................................... (800) (654)
------ ------
Accumulated postretirement benefit obligations at end
of year.............................................. 15,095 12,857
====== ======
Change in plan assets:
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year......... 2,995 2,816
------ ------
Foreign currency exchange rate changes............. 167 224
Actual losses on plan assets....................... (181) (55)
Employer contributions............................. 9 16
Benefits paid...................................... (8) (6)
------ ------
Fair value of plan assets at end of year............... 2,982 2,995
====== ======
</Table>
A reconciliation of the funded status to the liability recognized for
accrued postretirement health and life insurance benefits in pension plans and
similar obligations is as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Funded status*.............................................. 12,113 9,862
Unrecognized actuarial net losses....................... (1,828) (270)
Unrecognized prior service cost......................... (843) (956)
------ -----
Net liability recognized.................................... 9,442 8,636
====== =====
</Table>
- ------------------------
* Difference between the accumulated postretirement obligations and the fair
value of plan assets.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Assumed discount rates and rates of increase in remuneration used in
calculating the accumulated postretirement benefit obligations together with
long-term rates of return on plan assets vary according to the economic
conditions of the country in which the plans are situated. The weighted-average
assumptions used in calculating the actuarial values for the postretirement
benefit plans were as follows (in %):
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
-------- -------- --------
Weighted-average assumptions at December 31:
Discount rate........................................... 7.4 7.7 7.7
Expected return on plan assets.......................... 10.5 10.4 10.0
Health care inflation rate in following (or "base")
year.................................................. 6.9 7.5 5.8
Ultimate health care inflation rate (2005).............. 5.0 5.0 5.0
</Table>
The components of net postretirement benefit cost were as follows for the
years ended December 31, 2001, 2000 and 1999:
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Service cost................................................ 257 208 209
Interest cost............................................... 1,033 873 702
Expected return on plan assets.............................. (346) (308) (169)
Amortization of:
Unrecognized net actuarial (gains) losses............... (7) 5 10
Unrecognized prior service cost......................... 82 54 31
Other....................................................... -- (2) --
----- ---- ----
Net periodic postretirement benefit cost.................... 1,019 830 783
----- ---- ----
Settlement/curtailment loss............................. 154 -- --
----- ---- ----
Net postretirement benefit cost............................. 1,173 830 783
===== ==== ====
</Table>
The following schedule presents the effects of a one-percentage-point change
in assumed health care cost trend rates:
<Table>
<Caption>
1-PERCENTAGE- 1-PERCENTAGE-
POINT INCREASE POINT DECREASE
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------------- --------------
Effect on total of service and interest cost components..... 170 (140)
Effect on accumulated postretirement benefit obligations.... 1,681 (1,421)
</Table>
PREPAID EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In 1996 DaimlerChrysler established a Voluntary Employees' Beneficiary
Association ("VEBA") trust for payment of non-pension employee benefits. At
December 31, 2001 and 2000, the VEBA had a balance of [EURO]3,648 million and
[EURO]3,586 million, respectively, of which [EURO]2,848 million and
[EURO]2,864 million, respectively, were designated and restricted for the
payment of postretirement health care benefits. Contributions to the VEBA trust
during the year ended December 31, 1999 were [EURO]727 million. No contributions
to the VEBA trust were made in 2001 and 2000.
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
B) OTHER ACCRUED LIABILITIES
Other accrued liabilities consisted of the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Accrued warranty costs and price risks...................... 9,213 7,715
Accrued losses on uncompleted contracts..................... 549 804
Restructuring............................................... 1,190 260
Accrued personnel and social costs.......................... 2,386 2,503
Accrued sales incentives.................................... 3,771 3,588
Other....................................................... 9,421 8,228
------ ------
26,530 23,098
====== ======
</Table>
Accruals for restructuring comprise certain employee termination benefits
and costs which are directly associated with plans to exit specified activities.
The changes in these provisions are summarized as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
TERMINATION EXIT TOTAL
BENEFITS COSTS LIABILITIES
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ----------- -------- -----------
Balance at January 1, 1999.................................. 560 75 635
Utilizations and transfers.................................. (321) 21 (300)
Reductions.................................................. (15) (9) (24)
Additions................................................... 183 101 284
----- ---- ------
Balance at December 31, 1999................................ 407 188 595
Utilizations and transfers.................................. (229) (56) (285)
Reductions.................................................. (43) (34) (77)
Additions................................................... 16 11 27
----- ---- ------
Balance at December 31, 2000................................ 151 109 260
Utilizations and transfers.................................. (947) (275) (1,222)
Reductions.................................................. (135) (144) (279)
Additions................................................... 1,504 927 2,431
----- ---- ------
Balance at December 31, 2001................................ 573 617 1,190
===== ==== ======
</Table>
In connection with the Group's restructuring, provisions were recorded for
termination benefits of [EURO]1,504 million (2000: [EURO]16 million; 1999:
[EURO]183 million), in 2001 principally within Chrysler Group (see Note 7) and
Freightliner (see Note 5), in 2000 principally within Mercedes-Benz Passenger
Cars & smart and Commercial Vehicles and in 1999 principally within industrial
businesses and DaimlerChrysler Aerospace. In connection with these restructuring
efforts, the Group effected workforce reductions of approximately 17,700
employees (2000: 2,600; 1999: 2,400) and paid termination benefits of
[EURO]269 million (2000: [EURO]135 million; 1999: [EURO]239 million), of which
[EURO]227 million (2000: [EURO]120 million; 1999: [EURO]168 million) were
charged against previously established liabilities. At December 31, 2001 the
Group had liabilities for estimated future terminations for approximately 6,800
employees.
Exit costs in 2001 primarily result from the restructuring within Chrysler
Group and Freightliner. In 2000 and 1999 exit costs primarily result from the
restructuring of industrial businesses.
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
24. FINANCIAL LIABILITIES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-----------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Notes/Bonds................................................. 17,726 8,094
Commercial paper............................................ 7,480 19,917
Liabilities to financial institutions....................... 7,183 6,294
Liabilities to affiliated companies......................... 361 345
Loans, other financial liabilities.......................... 86 205
Liabilities from capital lease and residual value
guarantees................................................ 1,106 985
------ ------
Short-term financial liabilities (due within one year)...... 33,942 35,840
------ ------
</Table>
<Table>
<Caption>
MATURITIES
----------
Notes/Bonds................................................. 2003-2097 47,632 40,773
of which due in more than five years: [EURO]10,712 (2000:
[EURO]7,673)
Liabilities to financial institutions....................... 2003-2019 8,194 6,800
of which due in more than five years: [EURO]2,702 (2000:
[EURO]2,088)
Liabilities to affiliated companies......................... 71 149
of which due in more than five years: [EURO]-- (2000:
[EURO]--)
Loans, other financial liabilities.......................... 82 118
of which due in more than five years: [EURO]66 (2000:
[EURO]51)
Liabilities from capital lease and residual value
guarantees................................................ 987 1,103
of which due in more than five years: [EURO]209 (2000:
[EURO]226)
------ ------
Long-term financial liabilities............................. 56,966 48,943
------ ------
90,908 84,783
====== ======
</Table>
Weighted average interest rates for notes/bonds, commercial paper and
liabilities to financial institutions are 6.3%, 3.3% and 5.4%, respectively, at
December 31, 2001.
Commercial paper is denominated in euros and U.S. dollars and includes
accrued interest. Bonds and liabilities to financial institutions are largely
secured by mortgage conveyance, liens and assignment of receivables of
approximately [EURO]1,804 million (2000: [EURO]1,858 million).
Aggregate nominal amounts of financial liabilities maturing during the next
five years and thereafter are as follows (in millions of [EURO]):
<Table>
<Caption>
THERE-
2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 AFTER
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Financial liabilities.......................... 33,900 15,953 9,372 8,849 8,421 13,615
</Table>
At December 31, 2001, the Group had unused short-term credit lines of
[EURO]5,796 million (2000: [EURO]15,216 million) and unused long-term credit
lines of [EURO]20,322 million (2000: [EURO]12,819 million). The credit lines
include an $18 billion revolving credit facility with a syndicate of
international banks. The credit agreement is comprised of a multi-currency
revolving credit facility which allows DaimlerChrysler AG and several
subsidiaries to borrow up to $5 billion until 2006, a U.S. dollar revolving
credit facility which allows DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation,
a wholly-owned subsidiary of DaimlerChrysler AG, to borrow up to $6 billion
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
available until 2004, and a multi-currency revolving credit facility for working
capital purposes which allows DaimlerChrysler AG and several subsidiaries to
borrow up to $7 billion until 2003. A part of the $18 billion facility serves as
a back-up for commercial paper drawings.
25. TRADE LIABILITIES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
--------------------------------- ---------------------------------
DUE AFTER DUE AFTER DUE AFTER DUE AFTER
TOTAL ONE YEAR FIVE YEARS TOTAL ONE YEAR FIVE YEARS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------- ---------- -------- --------- ----------
Trade liabilities............................. 14,157 12 1 15,257 33 1
</Table>
26. OTHER LIABILITIES
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
--------------------------------- ---------------------------------
DUE AFTER DUE AFTER DUE AFTER DUE AFTER
TOTAL ONE YEAR FIVE YEARS TOTAL ONE YEAR FIVE YEARS
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------- ---------- -------- --------- ----------
Liabilities to affiliated companies............ 416 -- -- 536 1 1
Liabilities to related companies............... 293 -- -- 794 -- --
Other liabilities.............................. 9,553 828 232 8,291 1,283 161
------ --- --- ----- ----- ---
10,262 828 232 9,621 1,284 162
====== === === ===== ===== ===
</Table>
As of December 31, 2001, other liabilities include tax liabilities of
[EURO]620 million (2000: [EURO]683 million) and social benefits due of
[EURO]877 million (2000: [EURO]713 million).
27. DEFERRED INCOME
As of December 31, 2001, [EURO]1,911 million of the total deferred income is
to be recognized after more than one year (2000: [EURO]1,057 million).
OTHER NOTES
28. LITIGATION AND CLAIMS
A number of shareholder lawsuits, including a class action lawsuit, are
pending in the United States against DaimlerChrysler and certain members of its
Supervisory Board and Board of Management. The lawsuits allege that the
defendants violated U.S. securities law and committed fraud in obtaining
approval from Chrysler stockholders for the business combination between
Chrysler and Daimler-Benz AG in 1998. The class action lawsuit also alleges that
DaimlerChrysler made false and misleading statements in 1999 and 2000 regarding
its prospects for the year 2000. The complaints seek relief ranging from
substantial monetary damages to rescinding the business combination.
DaimlerChrysler believes that these claims are without merit and is defending
itself against them vigorously. Motions to dismiss all lawsuits are pending
before the court.
Various other claims and legal proceedings have been asserted or instituted
against the Group, including product liability and other lawsuits, some of which
purport to be class actions. In the event of adverse decisions in these
proceedings, DaimlerChrysler could be required to pay substantial compensatory
and punitive damages, or undertake service actions, recall campaigns or other
costly actions. Litigation is subject to many uncertainties, and the outcome of
individual matters is not predictable with assurance. It is reasonably possible
that the final resolution of some of these matters may require the Group to make
expenditures, in excess of established reserves, over an extended period of time
and in a range of amounts that cannot be reasonably estimated. The term
"reasonably possible" is used herein to mean that the chance of a future
transaction or event occurring is
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DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
more than remote but less than likely. Although the final resolution of any such
matters could have a material effect on the Group's consolidated operating
results for the particular reporting period in which an adjustment of the
estimated reserve is recorded, the Group believes that any resulting adjustment
should not materially affect its consolidated financial position.
29. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Contingent liabilities not recognized on the consolidated balance sheets are
presented at their contractual values and include the following:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-----------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Guarantees................................................. 3,669 8,018
Notes payable.............................................. 32 21
Contractual guarantees..................................... 408 354
Pledges of indebtedness of others.......................... 430 455
----- -----
4,539 8,848
===== =====
</Table>
Contingent liabilities principally represent guarantees of indebtedness of
non-consolidated affiliated companies and third parties and commitments by Group
companies as to contractual performance by joint venture companies and certain
non-incorporated companies, partnerships and project groups.
DaimlerChrysler is subject to potential liability under government
regulations and various claims and legal actions which are pending or may be
asserted against DaimlerChrysler concerning environmental matters. Estimates of
future costs of such environmental matters are inevitably imprecise due to
numerous uncertainties, including the enactment of new laws and regulations, the
development and application of new technologies, the identification of new sites
for which DaimlerChrysler may have remediation responsibility and the
apportionment and collectibility of remediation costs among responsible parties.
DaimlerChrysler establishes reserves for these environmental matters when a
loss is probable and reasonably estimable. It is reasonably possible that the
final resolution of some of these matters may require DaimlerChrysler to make
expenditures, in excess of established reserves, over an extended period of time
and in a range of amounts that cannot be reasonably estimated. Although the
final resolution of any such matters could have a material effect on
DaimlerChrysler's consolidated operating results for the particular reporting
period in which an adjustment of the estimated reserve is recorded,
DaimlerChrysler believes that any resulting adjustment should not materially
affect its consolidated financial position.
DaimlerChrysler periodically initiates voluntary service actions and recall
actions to address various customer satisfaction, safety and emissions issues
related to vehicles it sells. DaimlerChrysler establishes reserves for product
warranty, including the estimated cost of these service and recall actions, when
the related sale is recognized. The estimated future costs of these actions are
based primarily on prior experience. Estimates of the future costs of these
actions are inevitably imprecise due to numerous uncertainties, including the
enactment of new laws and regulations, the number of vehicles affected by a
service or recall action, and the nature of the corrective action which may
result in adjustments to the established reserves. It is reasonably possible
that the ultimate cost of these service and recall actions may require
DaimlerChrysler to make expenditures, in excess of established reserves, over an
extended period of time and in a range of amounts that cannot be reasonably
estimated. Although the ultimate cost of these service and recall actions could
have a
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
material effect on DaimlerChrysler's consolidated operating results for the
particular reporting period in which an adjustment of the estimated reserve is
recorded, DaimlerChrysler believes that any such adjustment should not
materially affect its consolidated financial position.
In connection with certain production programs the Group has committed to
certain levels of outsourced manufactured parts and components over extended
periods at market prices. The Group may be required to compensate suppliers in
the event the committed volumes are not purchased. The Group has also committed
to investments in the construction and maintenance of production facilities to a
usual extent.
Total rentals under operating leases, charged as an expense in the statement
of income (loss), amounted to [EURO]819 million (2000: [EURO]881 million; 1999:
[EURO]964 million). Future minimum lease payments under noncancellable rental
and lease agreements which have initial or remaining terms in excess of one year
at December 31, 2001 are as follows (in millions of [EURO]):
<Table>
<Caption>
OPERATING LEASES
----------------
2002.................................................. 603
2003.................................................. 457
2004.................................................. 369
2005.................................................. 307
2006.................................................. 279
thereafter............................................ 813
</Table>
30. INFORMATION ABOUT FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND DERIVATIVES
A) USE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The Group conducts business on a global basis in numerous major
international currencies and is, therefore, exposed to adverse movements in
foreign currency exchange rates. The Group also issues bonds, commercial paper
and medium-term-notes in various currencies. As a consequence of issuing these
types of financial instruments, the Group is exposed to risks from changes in
interest and foreign currency exchange rates. DaimlerChrysler holds financial
instruments, such as financial investments, variable- and fixed-interest bearing
securities and equity securities that subject the Group to risks from changes in
interest rates and market prices. DaimlerChrysler manages the various types of
market risks by using derivative financial instruments. Without these
instruments the Group's market risks would be higher.
Based on regulations issued by regulatory authorities for financial
institutions, the Group has established guidelines for risk controlling
procedures and for the use of financial instruments, including a clear
segregation of duties with regard to operating financial activities, settlement,
accounting and controlling.
Market risks are quantified according to the "value-at-risk" method which is
commonly used among banks. Using historical variability of market data,
potential changes in value resulting from changes of market prices are
calculated on the basis of statistical methods.
B) FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
The fair value of a financial instrument is the price at which one party
would assume the rights and/or duties of another party. Fair values of financial
instruments have been determined with reference to available market information
at the balance sheet date and the valuation methodologies discussed below.
Considering the variability of their value-determining factors, the fair values
presented herein are only an estimation of the amounts that the Group could
realize under current market conditions.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
The carrying amounts and fair values of the Group's financial instruments
are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31, 2001 AT DECEMBER 31, 2000
----------------------- -----------------------
CARRYING FAIR CARRYING FAIR
AMOUNT VALUE AMOUNT VALUE
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- --------
Financial instruments (other than derivative
instruments):
Assets:
Financial assets............................ 1,209 1,209 1,930 1,930
Receivables from financial services......... 49,512 49,678 48,673 49,377
Securities.................................. 3,007 3,007 5,378 5,378
Cash and cash equivalents................... 11,428 11,428 7,127 7,127
Other....................................... 20 20 5 5
Liabilities:
Financial liabilities....................... 90,908 94,513 84,783 86,265
Derivative instruments:
Assets:
Currency contracts.......................... 477 477 306 306
Interest rate contracts..................... 1,011 1,011 556 556
Equity contracts............................ 4 4 3 3
Liabilities:
Currency contracts.......................... 806 806 1,257 1,257
Interest rate contracts..................... 1,434 1,434 1,004 1,004
Equity contracts............................ 4 4 1 1
</Table>
The carrying amounts of cash and other receivables approximate fair values
due to the short-term maturities of these instruments.
The methods and assumptions used to determine the fair values of other
financial instruments are summarized below:
FINANCIAL ASSETS AND SECURITIES -- The fair values of securities were
estimated using quoted market prices. The Group has certain equity investments
in related and affiliated companies not presented in the table, as these
investments are not publicly traded and determination of fair values is
impracticable.
RECEIVABLES FROM FINANCIAL SERVICES -- The carrying amounts of variable rate
finance receivables were estimated to approximate their fair values since the
contract rates of those receivables approximate current market rates. The fair
values of fixed rate finance receivables were estimated by discounting expected
cash flows using the current interest rates at which comparable loans with
identical maturity would be made as of December 31, 2001 and 2000.
The fair values of residual cash flows and other subordinated amounts
arising from receivable sale transactions were estimated by discounting expected
cash flows at current interest rates.
FINANCIAL LIABILITIES -- The fair value of publicly traded debt was
estimated using quoted market prices. The fair values of other long-term notes
and bonds were estimated by discounting future cash flows using market interest
rates. The carrying amounts of commercial paper and borrowings under revolving
credit facilities were assumed to approximate fair value due to their short
maturities.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
INTEREST RATE CONTRACTS -- The fair values of existing instruments to hedge
interest rate risks (e. g. interest rate swap agreements) were estimated by
discounting expected cash flows using market interest rates over the remaining
term of the instrument. Interest rate options are valued on the basis of quoted
market prices or on estimates based on option pricing models.
CURRENCY CONTRACTS -- The fair values of forward foreign exchange contracts
were based on European Central Bank reference exchange rates adjusted for the
respective interest rate differentials (premiums or discounts). Currency options
were valued on the basis of quoted market prices or on estimates based on option
pricing models.
EQUITY CONTRACTS -- The fair values of existing instruments to hedge equity
price risk (e. g. futures or options) were determined on the basis of quoted
market prices or on estimates based on option pricing models.
C) CREDIT RISK
The Group is exposed to credit-related losses in the event of
non-performance by counterparties to financial instruments. Counterparties to
the Group's financial instruments represent, in general, international financial
institutions. DaimlerChrysler does not have a significant exposure to any
individual counterparty, based on the rating of the counterparties performed by
established rating agencies. The Group believes the overall credit risk related
to utilized derivatives is insignificant.
D) ACCOUNTING FOR AND REPORTING OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (OTHER THAN DERIVATIVE
INSTRUMENTS)
The income or expense of the Group's financial instruments (other than
derivative instruments), with the exception of receivables from financial
services and financial liabilities related to leasing and sales financing
activities, is recognized in financial income, net. Interest income on
receivables from financial services and gains and losses from sales of
receivables are recognized as revenues. Interest expense on financial
liabilities related to leasing and sales financing activities are recognized as
cost of sales. The carrying amounts of the financial instruments (other than
derivative instruments) are included in the consolidated balance sheets under
their related captions.
E) ACCOUNTING FOR AND REPORTING OF DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS AND HEDGING ACTIVITIES
FOREIGN CURRENCY RISK MANAGEMENT
As a consequence of the global nature of DaimlerChrysler's businesses, its
operations and its reported financial results and cash flows are exposed to the
risks associated with fluctuations in the exchange rates of the U.S. dollar, the
euro and other world currencies. The Group's businesses are exposed to
transaction risk whenever revenues of a business are denominated in a currency
other than the currency in which the business incurs the costs relating to those
revenues. This risk exposure primarily affects the Mercedes-Benz Passenger
Cars & smart segment. The Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment generates
its revenues mainly in the currencies of the countries in which cars are sold,
but it incurs manufacturing costs primarily in euros.
In order to mitigate the impact of currency exchange rate fluctuations,
DaimlerChrysler continually assesses its exposure to currency risks and hedges a
portion of those risks through the use of derivative financial instruments.
Responsibility for managing DaimlerChrysler's currency exposures and use of
currency derivatives is centralized within the Group's Currency Committee. The
Currency Committee, which consists of two separate subgroups, one for the
Group's vehicle businesses and one for MTU Aero Engines, is comprised of members
of senior management from each of the respective businesses as well as from
Corporate Treasury and Risk
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Controlling. Corporate Treasury implements decisions concerning foreign currency
hedging taken by the Currency Committee. Risk Controlling regularly informs the
Board of Management of the actions of Corporate Treasury based on the decisions
of the Currency Committee.
INTEREST RATE AND EQUITY PRICE RISK MANAGEMENT
DaimlerChrysler holds a variety of interest rate sensitive assets and
liabilities to manage the liquidity and cash needs of its day-to-day operations.
In addition a substantial volume of interest rate sensitive assets and
liabilities is related to the leasing and sales financing business which is
operated by DaimlerChrysler Services. In particular, the Group's leasing and
sales financing business enters into transactions with customers, primarily
resulting in fixed rate receivables. DaimlerChrysler's general policy is to
match funding in terms of maturities and interest rates. However, for a limited
portion of the receivables portfolio funding does not match in terms of
maturities and interest rates. As a result, DaimlerChrysler is exposed to risks
due to changes in interest rates. DaimlerChrysler coordinates funding activities
of the industrial business and financial services on the group level. The Group
uses interest rate derivative instruments such as interest rate swaps, forward
rate agreements, swaptions, caps and floors to achieve the desired interest rate
maturities and asset/liability structures.
DaimlerChrysler does not enter into these types of derivative financial
instruments for purposes other than risk management.
The Group assesses interest rate risk by continually identifying and
monitoring changes in interest rate exposures that may adversely impact expected
future cash flows and by evaluating hedging opportunities.
The Group maintains risk management control systems independent of Corporate
Treasury to monitor interest rate risk attributable to both DaimlerChrysler's
outstanding or forecasted interest rate exposures as well as its offsetting
hedge positions. The risk management control systems involve the use of
analytical techniques, including value-at-risk analyses, to estimate the
expected impact of changes in interest rates on the Group's future cash flows.
DaimlerChrysler also holds investments in equity securities. These
securities subject DaimlerChrysler to risks due to changes in quoted market
prices. DaimlerChrysler uses derivative financial instruments including futures
and options to manage the risks arising from changes in equity prices.
The Group assesses equity price risk by continually monitoring changes in
key economic, industry and market information and maintains risk management
control systems independent of Corporate Treasury to monitor risks attributable
to both DaimlerChrysler's investments as well as its offsetting hedge positions.
The risk management control systems involve the use of analytical techniques,
including value-at-risk analyses, to estimate the potential loss and manage the
risks of the Group's investments.
INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO FAIR VALUE HEDGES
Gains and losses in fair value of recognized assets and liabilities and firm
commitments of operating transactions as well as gains and losses on derivative
financial instruments designated as fair value hedges of these recognized assets
and liabilities and firm commitments are principally recognized currently in
revenues, as the principal transactions being hedged involve sales of the
Group's products. Net gains and losses in fair value of both recognized
financial assets and liabilities and derivative financial instruments designated
as fair value hedges of these financial assets and liabilities are recognized
currently in financial income, net.
For the year ended December 31, 2001, net losses of [EURO]17 million (2000:
net gains of [EURO]15 million) were recognized in revenues and financial income,
net, representing principally the component of the derivative instruments' gain
or loss excluded from the assessment of hedge effectiveness and the amount of
hedging ineffectiveness.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO CASH FLOW HEDGES
Changes in the value of forward foreign currency exchange contracts and
currency options designated and qualifying as cash flow hedges of forecasted
transactions are reported in accumulated other comprehensive income. These
amounts are subsequently reclassified into earnings, as a component of the value
of the forecasted transaction, in the same period as the forecasted transaction
affects earnings. Changes in the fair value of interest rate swaps designated as
hedging instruments of variability of cash flows associated with variable-rate
long-term debt are also reported in accumulated other comprehensive income.
These amounts are subsequently reclassified into financial income, net, as a
yield adjustment in the same period in which the related interest on the
floating-rate debt obligations affect earnings.
For the year ended December 31, 2001, net losses of [EURO]12 million (2000:
net losses of [EURO]3 million), representing principally the component of the
derivative instruments' gain/loss excluded from the assessment of the hedge
effectiveness and the amount of hedge ineffectiveness, were recognized in
revenues and financial income, net.
Also included in earnings are gains of [EURO]1 million for the year ended
December 31, 2001 (2000: gains of [EURO]2 million), reclassified from
accumulated other comprehensive income as a result of the discontinuance of
foreign currency cash flow hedges because it was probable that the original
forecasted transaction would not occur.
It is anticipated that [EURO]101 million of net losses included in
accumulated other comprehensive income at December 31, 2001, will be
reclassified into earnings during the next year.
As of December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler held derivative financial
instruments with a maximum maturity of 44 months to hedge its exposure to the
variability in future cash flows from foreign currency forecasted transactions.
INFORMATION WITH RESPECT TO HEDGES OF THE NET INVESTMENT IN A FOREIGN
OPERATION
In specific circumstances, DaimlerChrysler seeks to hedge the currency risk
inherent in certain of its long-term investments, where the functional currency
is other than the euro, through the use of derivative and non-derivative
financial instruments. For the year ended December 31, 2001, net gains of
[EURO]53 million (2000: net gains of [EURO]104 million) hedging the Group's net
investments in certain foreign operations were included in the cumulative
translation adjustment.
F) ACCOUNTING FOR AND REPORTING OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS (PRIOR TO ADOPTION OF
SFAS 133)
For periods prior to January 1, 2000, financial instruments, including
derivatives, purchased to offset the Group's exposure to identifiable and
committed transactions with price, interest or currency risks were accounted for
together with the underlying business transactions ("hedge accounting"). Gains
and losses on forward contracts and options hedging firm foreign currency
commitments were deferred off-balance sheet and were recognized as a component
of the related transactions, when recorded (the "deferral method"). However, a
loss was not deferred if deferral would have lead to the recognition of a loss
in future periods.
In the event of an early termination of a currency exchange agreement
designated as a hedge, the gain or loss continued to be deferred and was
included in the settlement of the underlying transaction.
Interest differentials paid or received under interest rate swaps purchased
to hedge interest risks on debt were recorded as adjustments to the effective
yields of the underlying debt ("accrual method").
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
In the event of an early termination of an interest rate related derivative
designated as a hedge, the gain or loss was deferred and recorded as an
adjustment to interest income, net over the remaining term of the underlying
financial instrument.
All other financial instruments, including derivatives, purchased to offset
the Group's net exposure to price, interest or currency risks, but which were
not designated as hedges of specific assets, liabilities or firm commitments
were marked to market and any resulting unrealized gains and losses were
recognized currently in financial income, net. The carrying amounts of
derivative instruments were included under other assets and accrued liabilities.
Derivatives purchased by the Group under macro-hedging techniques, as well
as those purchased to offset the Group's exposure to anticipated cash flows, did
not generally meet the requirements for applying hedge accounting and were,
accordingly marked to market at each reporting period with unrealized gains and
losses recognized in financial income, net. When the Group met the requirements
for hedge accounting and designated the derivative financial instrument as a
hedge of a committed transaction, subsequent unrealized gains and losses were
deferred and recognized along with the effects of the underlying transaction.
31. RETAINED INTERESTS IN SOLD RECEIVABLES AND SALES OF FINANCE RECEIVABLES
The fair value of retained interests in sold receivables was as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
AT DECEMBER 31,
-------------------
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- --------
Fair value of estimated residual cash flows, net of
prepayments, from sold receivables, before expected future
net credit losses......................................... 5,311 4,319
Expected future net credit losses on sold receivables....... (787) (389)
----- -----
Fair value of net residual cash flows from sold
receivables............................................... 4,524 3,930
----- -----
Restricted cash accounts.................................... 2 202
Retained subordinated securities............................ 956 684
----- -----
Retained interests in sold receivables, at fair value....... 5,482 4,816
===== =====
</Table>
At December 31, 2001, the significant assumptions used in estimating the
residual cash flows from sold receivables and the sensitivity of the current
fair value to immediate 10% and 20% adverse changes are as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
IMPACT ON FAIR VALUE
BASED ON ADVERSE
---------------------
ASSUMPTION 10% 20%
PERCENTAGE CHANGE CHANGE
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ---------- --------- ---------
Prepayment speed, monthly............................ 1.5% (8) (14)
Estimated net credit losses as a percentage of
receivables sold................................... 1.3% (66) (132)
Residual cash flow discount rate, annualized......... 12.0% (65) (127)
</Table>
These sensitivities are hypothetical and should be used with caution. The
effect of a variation in a particular assumption on the fair value of the
retained interest is calculated without changing any other assumption; in
reality, changes in one assumption may result in changes in another, which might
magnify or counteract the sensitivities.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Actual and projected credit losses for receivables securitized were as
follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
RECEIVABLES SECURITIZED IN
-----------------------------------------
ACTUAL AND PROJECTED CREDIT LOSSES PERCENTAGES AS OF: 1998 1999 2000 2001
- ----------------------------------------------------- -------- -------- -------- --------
December 31, 2001................................... 2.8% 2.2% 1.7% 2.4%
December 31, 2000................................... 2.1% 1.1% 1.2%
December 31, 1999................................... 1.6% 1.0%
</Table>
Static pool losses are calculated by summing the actual and projected future
credit losses and dividing them by the original balance of each pool of assets.
The amount shown above for each year is a weighted average for all
securitizations during that year and outstanding at December 31, 2001.
Certain cash flows received and paid to securitization trusts were as
follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ------- -------
Proceeds from new securitizations......................... 18,219 15,883
Proceeds from collections reinvested in previous wholesale
securitizations......................................... 56,040 46,285
Amounts reinvested in previous wholesale
securitizations......................................... (56,040) (46,122)
Servicing fees received................................... 353 283
Receipt of cash flows on retained interest in securitized
receivables............................................. 580 435
</Table>
The outstanding balance, delinquencies and net credit losses of sold
receivables and other receivables, of those financial services businesses that
sell receivables, as of and for the years ended December 31, 2001 and 2000,
respectively, were as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
NET CREDIT
OUTSTANDING DELINQUENCIES LOSSES FOR THE
BALANCE AT > 60 DAYS AT YEAR ENDED
------------------- ---------------------- -------------------
2001 2000 2001 2000 2001 2000
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Retail receivables............... 58,224 46,377 584 232 691 576
Wholesale receivables............ 17,448 17,747 24 19 18 2
------- ------- ---- ---- ---- ----
Total receivables managed........ 75,672 64,124 608 251 709 578
------- ------- ---- ---- ---- ----
Less: receivables sold........... (42,763) (37,904) (182) (117) (310) (251)
------- ------- ---- ---- ---- ----
Receivables held in portfolio.... 32,909 26,220 426 134 399 327
======= ======= ==== ==== ==== ====
</Table>
During the year ended December 31, 2001, DaimlerChrysler sold
[EURO]19,290 million (2000: [EURO]17,122 million) and [EURO]57,372 million
(2000: [EURO]38,778 million) retail and wholesale receivables, respectively.
From these transactions, the Group recognized gains of [EURO]414 million
(2000: [EURO]181 million) and [EURO]182 million (2000: [EURO]156 million) on
sales of retail and wholesale receivables, respectively.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Significant assumptions used in measuring the residual interest resulting
from the sale of retail and wholesale receivables, were as follows (weighted
average rates for securitizations completed during the year) at December 31,
2001 and 2000:
<Table>
<Caption>
RETAIL WHOLESALE
------------------- -------------------
2001 2000 2001 2000
-------- -------- -------- --------
Prepayment speed assumption (monthly)....... 1.0-1.5% 1.0-1.5% * *
Estimated remaining lifetime net credit
losses (an average percentage of sold
receivables).............................. 2.4% 1.2% 0.0% 0.0%
Residual cash flows discount rate (annual
rate)..................................... 12.0% 12.0% 10.0% 10.0%
</Table>
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* For the calculation of wholesale gains, the Group estimated the average
wholesale loan liquidated in 210 days.
32. SEGMENT REPORTING
In 2001, DaimlerChrysler reorganized some of its business segments resulting
in changes in the composition of its reportable segments. Following the exchange
in July 2000 of the Group's controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace
for a non-controlling equity method interest in EADS, DaimlerChrysler
transferred the remaining businesses of the former Aerospace segment and the
investment in EADS to the Other Activities segment. In January 2001,
DaimlerChrysler combined the operations of MTU/Diesel Engines, which was
previously part of the Other Activities segment, with the Mercedes-Benz
powertrain business in a new Powersystems business unit within Commercial
Vehicles segment. DaimlerChrysler has reclassified prior period amounts to
conform its segment presentation to the new structure. Information with respect
to the Group's industry segments follows:
MERCEDES-BENZ PASSENGER CARS & SMART. This segment includes activities
related mainly to the development, manufacture and sale of passenger cars and
off-road vehicles under the brand names Mercedes-Benz and smart as well as
related parts and accessories.
CHRYSLER GROUP. This segment includes the research, design, manufacture,
assembly and sale of cars and trucks under the brand names Chrysler,
Jeep-Registered Trademark- and Dodge and related automotive parts and
accessories.
COMMERCIAL VEHICLES. This segment is involved in the development,
manufacture and sale of vans, trucks, buses and Unimogs as well as related parts
and accessories. The products are sold mainly under the brand names
Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner.
SERVICES. The activities in this segment extend to the marketing of
services related to financial services (principally retail and lease financing
for vehicles and dealer financing), insurance brokerage, trading and information
technology. In October 2000, the information technology activities were
contributed into a joint venture. The Group's 49.9% interest in T-Systems ITS is
included at equity subsequent to that date. For the exercise in January 2002 of
DaimlerChrysler's option to sell its interest, see Note 34.
OTHER ACTIVITIES. Represents principally the industrial businesses
including MTU Aero Engines and the Group's equity method investments in MMC,
EADS and Automotive Electronics. Other Activities also contains corporate
research, real estate activities and holding and financing companies.
The Group's management reporting and controlling systems are substantially
the same as those described in Note 1 in the summary of significant accounting
policies (U.S. GAAP). The Group measures the performance of its operating
segments through "Operating Profit." Segment Operating Profit is defined as
income (loss) before financial income included in the consolidated statement of
income (loss), modified to exclude pension and
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
postretirement benefit expenses other than service costs, to include pretax
operating income (loss) from affiliated and associated companies, to include
financial income (loss) from related companies, and to include or exclude
certain miscellaneous items.
Sales and revenues related to transactions between segments are generally
recorded at values that approximate third-party selling prices.
Revenues are allocated to countries based on the location of the customer;
long-term assets are allocated according to the location of the respective
units.
Capital expenditures represent the purchase of property, plant and
equipment.
Segment information as of and for the years ended December 31, 2001, 2000
and 1999 follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
MERCEDES
BENZ
PASSENGER
CARS & CHRYSLER COMMERCIAL OTHER
SMART GROUP VEHICLES SERVICES ACTIVITIES ELIMINATIONS CONSOLIDATED
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) --------- -------- ----------- -------- ---------- ------------ ------------
2001
Revenues.............................. 44,002 62,676 27,084 14,975 4,136 -- 152,873
Intersegment sales.................... 3,703 807 1,488 1,876 371 (8,245) --
------ ------ ------ ------- ------ ------- -------
Total revenues........................ 47,705 63,483 28,572 16,851 4,507 (8,245) 152,873
Operating Profit (Loss)............... 2,951 (5,281) (514) 612 1,181 (267) (1,318)
Identifiable segment assets........... 20,558 63,325 16,232 100,570 31,200 (24,475) 207,410
Capital expenditures.................. 2,061 5,083 1,484 112 168 (12) 8,896
Depreciation and amortization......... 1,853 5,364 922 7,071 197 (217) 15,190
2000
Revenues.............................. 40,822 67,405 28,521 15,322 10,314 -- 162,384
Intersegment sales.................... 2,878 967 1,283 2,204 301 (7,633) --
------ ------ ------ ------- ------ ------- -------
Total revenues........................ 43,700 68,372 29,804 17,526 10,615 (7,633) 162,384
Operating Profit (Loss)............... 2,145 501 1,212 2,457 3,590 (153) 9,752
Identifiable segment assets........... 19,355 53,660 15,879 94,369 34,298 (18,287) 199,274
Capital expenditures.................. 2,096 6,339 1,128 282 547 -- 10,392
Depreciation and amortization......... 2,038 3,878 847 6,603 425 (204) 13,587
1999
Revenues.............................. 35,592 63,666 26,328 10,662 13,737 -- 149,985
Intersegment sales.................... 2,508 419 1,281 2,270 347 (6,825) --
------ ------ ------ ------- ------ ------- -------
Total revenues........................ 38,100 64,085 27,609 12,932 14,084 (6,825) 149,985
Operating Profit (Loss)............... 2,703 5,051 1,157 2,039 241 (179) 11,012
Identifiable segment assets........... 17,611 49,825 12,498 77,266 37,955 (20,488) 174,667
Capital expenditures.................. 2,228 5,224 809 324 886 (1) 9,470
Depreciation and amortization......... 1,580 3,346 715 3,348 527 (187) 9,329
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Capital expenditures for equipment on operating leases for 2001, 2000 and
1999 for the Services segment amounted to [EURO]14,334 million,
[EURO]15,551 million and [EURO]16,401 million, respectively.
The Operating Profit of the Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars & smart segment for
the year ended December 31, 2000, includes [EURO]470 million of non-cash charges
related to the adoption of the European Union's directive regarding end-of-life
vehicles and related to fixed cost reimbursement agreements with MCC smart
suppliers.
For the year ended December 31, 2001, Operating Loss of the Chrysler Group
segment includes [EURO]1,715 million of non-cash turnaround plan charges, other
than depreciation and amortization.
The Operating Loss of the Commercial Vehicles segment for the year ended
December 31, 2001, includes [EURO]353 million of non-cash turnaround plan and
other charges, other than depreciation and amortization.
For the years ended December 31, 2001 and 2000, Operating Profit of the
Services segment includes [EURO]41 million and [EURO]1 million, respectively,
from the equity investment in T-Systems ITS, representing the Group's percentage
share of the Operating Profit of T-Systems ITS. In addition, Operating Profit of
the Services segment for the year ended December 31, 2000, includes a
[EURO]2,315 million gain on the transaction involving T-Systems ITS (see
Note 11). For the year ended December 31, 1999, Operating Profit of the Services
segment includes pretax gains on the sales of shares in debitel of
[EURO]1,140 million (see Note 11). At December 31, 2001 and 2000, the
identifiable assets of the Services segment includes [EURO]2,193 million and
[EURO]2,152 million, respectively, of the investment in T-Systems ITS.
For the year ended December 31, 2001, Operating Profit of the Other
Activities segment includes [EURO]694 million from EADS and MMC, the significant
companies accounted for using the equity method, including a [EURO]876 million
gain from the formation of Airbus SAS. For the year ended December 31, 2000,
Operating Profit of the Other Activities segment includes [EURO]3,259 million
from EADS and MMC, including a [EURO]3,303 million gain in connection with the
exchange of the Group's controlling interest in DaimlerChrysler Aerospace for
shares in EADS (see Note 11). At December 31, 2001 and 2000, the identifiable
assets of the Other Activities segment includes [EURO]5,393 million and
[EURO]5,143 million, respectively, of investments in these equity method
investees.
A reconciliation to Operating Profit (Loss) follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
2001 2000 1999
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- --------
Income (loss) before financial income....................... (1,637) 4,320 9,324
Pension and postretirement benefit expenses other than
service costs........................................... (450) (228) 379
Operating income (loss) from affiliated, associated and
related companies....................................... 516 (35) 17
Gains on disposals of businesses.......................... 292 5,832 1,140
Miscellaneous............................................. (39) (137) 152
------ ----- ------
Consolidated Operating Profit (Loss)........................ (1,318) 9,752 11,012
====== ===== ======
</Table>
Revenues from external customers presented by geographic region are as
follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
OTHER
EUROPEAN UNITED AMERICAN OTHER CONSOLI-
GERMANY UNION* STATES COUNTRIES ASIA COUNTRIES DATED
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) -------- -------- -------- --------- -------- --------- --------
2001................... 23,157 22,483 81,132 13,585 6,208 6,308 152,873
2000................... 25,988 24,360 84,503 14,762 5,892 6,879 162,384
1999................... 28,393 21,567 78,104 11,727 4,796 5,398 149,985
</Table>
- ------------------------
* Excluding Germany.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Germany accounts for [EURO]20,584 million of long-term assets (2000:
[EURO]17,450 million; 1999: [EURO]14,711 million), the United States for
[EURO]58,850 million (2000: [EURO]51,996 million; 1999: [EURO]43,036 million)
and other countries for [EURO]12,971 million (2000: [EURO]19,633 million; 1999:
[EURO]12,701 million).
33. EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE
The computation of basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share for "Income
(loss) before extraordinary items and cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles" is as follows:
<Table>
<Caption>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31,
------------------------------------
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO] OR MILLIONS OF SHARES, 2001 2000 1999
EXCEPT EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE) -------- -------- --------
Income (loss) before extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles --
basic................................................ (662) 2,465 5,106
======= ======= =======
Interest expense on convertible bonds and notes (net
of tax)............................................. -- 18 18
------- ------- -------
Income (loss) before extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles --
diluted.............................................. (662) 2,483 5,124
======= ======= =======
Weighted average number of shares outstanding --
basic................................................ 1,003.2 1,003.2 1,002.9
======= ======= =======
Dilutive effect of convertible bonds and notes....... -- 10.7 10.7
------- ------- -------
Weighted average number of shares outstanding --
diluted.............................................. 1,003.2 1,013.9 1,013.6
======= ======= =======
EARNINGS (LOSS) PER SHARE BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS
AND CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING
PRINCIPLES
Basic................................................ (0.66) 2.46 5.09
======= ======= =======
Diluted.............................................. (0.66) 2.45 5.06
======= ======= =======
</Table>
Because the Group reported a loss before extraordinary items and cumulative
effects of changes in accounting principles for the year ended December 31,
2001, the diluted loss per share does not include the antidilutive effects of
convertible bonds and notes. Had the company reported income before
extraordinary items and cumulative effects of changes in accounting principles
for the year ended December 31, 2001, the weighted average number of shares
outstanding would have potentially been diluted by 10.7 million shares resulting
from the conversion of bonds and notes.
Stock options issued in 2001 and 2000 were not included in the computation
of diluted earnings per share for the years ended December 31, 2001 and 2000,
because the options' underlying exercise prices were greater than the average
market prices for DaimlerChrysler Ordinary Shares on December 31, 2001 and 2000,
respectively.
Income tax charges of [EURO]263 million and [EURO]812 million relating to
changes in German tax laws were included in the consolidated statement of income
(loss) for the years ended December 31, 2000 and 1999, respectively, and
resulted in a reduction of basic and diluted earnings per share of [EURO]0.26
and [EURO]0.26 in 2000 and [EURO]0.81 and [EURO]0.80 in 1999, respectively (see
Note 9).
34. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
In January 2002, DaimlerChrysler exercised its option to sell to Deutsche
Telekom the Group's 49.9% interest in T-Systems ITS for proceeds of
[EURO]4.7 billion. The sale is expected to close in March 2002 with the
termination of the joint venture.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
Following a decision of DaimlerChrysler's Board of Management in 2001,
DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital reached an agreement in January 2002 for GE
Capital to purchase a portion of the DaimlerChrysler's Capital Services
portfolio in the United States. DaimlerChrysler will receive approximately
[EURO]1.3 billion for the sale. The transaction is expected to be completed in
the first quarter of 2002.
35. CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING FINANCIAL INFORMATION
DaimlerChrysler AG, the parent company of the Group, fully and
unconditionally guarantees certain publicly issued debt of its 100% owned
subsidiary DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation. The following
condensed consolidating financial information for DaimlerChrysler AG,
DaimlerChrysler North America Holding Corporation and all other subsidiaries on
a combined basis set forth below is intended to provide investors with
meaningful and comparable financial information about DaimlerChrysler AG and its
subsidiary issuer. Investments and long-term financial assets include the
investments in consolidated subsidiaries recorded under the equity method for
purposes of the condensed consolidating financial information. Financial income,
net includes the income or loss related to such investments.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER OTHER
2001 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG NORTH AMERICA SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATING DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) (PARENT COMPANY) HOLDING CORPORATION (COMBINED) ADJUSTMENTS (CONSOLIDATED)
- ----------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------- ------------ ------------- ------------------
ASSETS
Intangible assets.............. 84 -- 2,779 -- 2,863
Property, plant and equipment,
net.......................... 5,524 -- 35,641 -- 41,165
Investments and long-term
financial assets............. 38,386 68,287 15,499 (109,797) 12,375
Equipment on operating leases,
net.......................... 3,234 -- 32,836 (68) 36,002
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
FIXED ASSETS..................... 47,228 68,287 86,755 (109,865) 92,405
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Inventories.................... 5,428 -- 11,953 (627) 16,754
Trade, finance and other
receivables.................. 11,832 3,250 75,866 (18,818) 72,130
Securities..................... 370 -- 2,707 -- 3,077
Cash and cash equivalents...... 2,410 5,393 3,625 -- 11,428
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NON-FIXED ASSETS................. 20,040 8,643 94,151 (19,445) 103,389
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
DEFERRED TAXES AND PREPAID
EXPENSES....................... 1,979 -- 15,093 (5,456) 11,616
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL ASSETS..................... 69,247 76,930 195,999 (134,766) 207,410
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS'
EQUITY
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY............. 39,004 18,556 84,874 (103,430) 39,004
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
MINORITY INTERESTS............... -- -- 417 -- 417
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
ACCRUED LIABILITIES.............. 8,067 1,603 32,306 (406) 41,570
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Financial liabilities.......... 14,600 54,417 43,351 (21,460) 90,908
Trade liabilities.............. 3,138 -- 11,019 -- 14,157
Other liabilities.............. 1,969 2,289 9,930 (3,926) 10,262
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
LIABILITIES...................... 19,707 56,706 64,300 (25,386) 115,327
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
DEFERRED TAXES AND DEFERRED
INCOME......................... 2,469 65 14,102 (5,544) 11,092
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL LIABILITIES................ 30,243 58,374 111,125 (31,336) 168,406
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY........... 69,247 76,930 195,999 (134,766) 207,410
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
Revenues......................... 54,638 -- 136,076 (37,841) 152,873
Cost of sales.................... (42,464) -- (123,492) 37,562 (128,394)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
GROSS MARGIN....................... 12,174 -- 12,584 (279) 24,479
Selling, administrative and other
expenses....................... (6,454) (25) (12,603) 751 (18,331)
Research and development......... (2,821) -- (3,207) 95 (5,933)
Other income..................... 393 -- 1,406 (587) 1,212
Turnaround plan
expenses--Chrysler Group....... -- -- (3,064) -- (3,064)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE FINANCIAL
INCOME........................... 3,292 (25) (4,884) (20) (1,637)
Financial income (expense),
net.............................. (3,146) (5,190) 3,095 5,395 154
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME
TAXES............................ 146 (5,215) (1,789) 5,375 (1,483)
Income taxes..................... (808) 1,073 1,227 (715) 777
Minority interests............... -- -- 44 -- 44
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY
ITEMS AND CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF
CHANGES IN ACCOUNTING
PRINCIPLES....................... (662) (4,142) (518) 4,660 (662)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCOME....................... (662) (4,142) (518) 4,660 (662)
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER OTHER
2001 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG NORTH AMERICA SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATING DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) (PARENT COMPANY) HOLDING CORPORATION (COMBINED) ADJUSTMENTS (CONSOLIDATED)
- ----------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------- ------------ ------------- ------------------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR)
OPERATING ACTIVITIES........... 3,892 (1,097) 11,138 2,011 15,944
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Increase in equipment on
operating leases............. (2,496) -- (15,470) 15 (17,951)
Purchases of property, plant,
equipment and other fixed
assets....................... (1,987) -- (7,619) 55 (9,551)
Proceeds from disposals of
equipment on operating
leases....................... 1,986 -- 9,056 -- 11,042
Proceeds from disposals of
fixed assets................. 322 -- 776 (55) 1,043
Payments for investments in
businesses................... (1,473) -- (141) 793 (821)
Proceeds from disposals of
businesses................... 881 -- 1,592 (793) 1,680
(Increase) decrease in
receivables from financial
services, net................ 3 -- (1,048) 95 (950)
Disposition of securities
(other than trading), net.... 88 2 1,989 -- 2,079
Other.......................... (154) (1,292) (5,862) 7,450 142
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH USED FOR INVESTING
ACTIVITIES....................... (2,830) (1,290) (16,727) 7,560 (13,287)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Change in financial
liabilities.................. 2,198 5,649 5,968 (10,058) 3,757
Dividends paid................. (2,358) -- (1,967) 1,958 (2,367)
Other.......................... -- -- 1,480 (1,471) 9
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES........... (160) 5,649 5,481 (9,571) 1,399
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Effect of foreign exchange rate
changes on cash................ -- 163 96 -- 259
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH
AND CASH EQUIVALENTS........... 902 3,425 (12) -- 4,315
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD......... 1,508 1,968 3,606 -- 7,082
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
AT END OF PERIOD............... 2,410 5,393 3,594 -- 11,397
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER OTHER
2000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG NORTH AMERICA SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATING DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) (PARENT COMPANY) HOLDING CORPORATION (COMBINED) ADJUSTMENTS (CONSOLIDATED)
- ----------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------- ------------ ------------- ------------------
ASSETS
Intangible assets.............. 47 -- 3,066 -- 3,113
Property, plant and equipment,
net........................... 5,504 -- 34,641 -- 40,145
Investments and long-term
financial assets.............. 41,734 66,688 9,205 (105,520) 12,107
Equipment on operating leases,
net........................... 2,832 -- 30,939 (57) 33,714
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
FIXED ASSETS..................... 50,117 66,688 77,851 (105,577) 89,079
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Inventories.................... 4,859 -- 12,052 (628) 16,283
Trade, finance and other
receivables................... 10,059 958 72,199 (12,152) 71,064
Securities..................... 2,014 2 3,362 -- 5,378
Cash and cash equivalents...... 1,508 1,968 3,651 -- 7,127
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NON-FIXED ASSETS................. 18,440 2,928 91,264 (12,780) 99,852
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
DEFERRED TAXES AND PREPAID
EXPENSES........................ 2,367 13 12,355 (4,392) 10,343
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL ASSETS..................... 70,924 69,629 181,470 (122,749) 199,274
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS'
EQUITY
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY............. 42,409 21,838 82,886 (104,724) 42,409
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
MINORITY INTERESTS............... -- -- 519 -- 519
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
ACCRUED LIABILITIES.............. 7,368 654 28,663 (244) 36,441
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Financial liabilities.......... 12,402 46,534 36,874 (11,027) 84,783
Trade liabilities.............. 4,160 -- 11,097 -- 15,257
Other liabilities.............. 1,570 603 9,441 (1,993) 9,621
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
LIABILITIES...................... 18,132 47,137 57,412 (13,020) 109,661
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
DEFERRED TAXES AND DEFERRED
INCOME.......................... 3,015 -- 11,990 (4,761) 10,244
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL LIABILITIES................ 28,515 47,791 98,584 (18,025) 156,865
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY............ 70,924 69,629 181,470 (122,749) 199,274
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
Revenues......................... 50,946 -- 147,457 (36,019) 162,384
Cost of sales.................... (39,759) -- (130,010) 35,399 (134,370)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
GROSS MARGIN....................... 11,187 -- 17,447 (620) 28,014
Selling, administrative and other
expenses........................ (6,197) (12) (12,794) 700 (18,303)
Research and development......... (2,728) -- (3,753) 144 (6,337)
Other income..................... 404 -- 997 (455) 946
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE FINANCIAL
INCOME........................... 2,666 (12) 1,897 (231) 4,320
Financial income (expense),
net............................. 6,348 (153) 2,950 (8,989) 156
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE INCOME
TAXES............................ 9,014 (165) 4,847 (9,220) 4,476
Income taxes..................... (1,141) 1,048 (2,000) 94 (1,999)
Minority interests............... -- -- (12) -- (12)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS
AND CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF CHANGES
IN ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES......... 7,873 883 2,835 (9,126) 2,465
Extraordinary items.............. 14 -- 5,502 -- 5,516
Cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles........... 7 (6) (88) -- (87)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCOME......................... 7,894 877 8,249 (9,126) 7,894
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER OTHER
2000 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG NORTH AMERICA SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATING DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) (PARENT COMPANY) HOLDING CORPORATION (COMBINED) ADJUSTMENTS (CONSOLIDATED)
- ----------------------------------- ------------------ ------------------- ------------ ------------- ------------------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR)
OPERATING ACTIVITIES............. 7,370 (1,725) 12,726 (2,354) 16,017
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Increase in equipment on
operating leases................ (2,120) -- (17,032) 35 (19,117)
Purchases of other fixed
assets.......................... (2,267) -- (8,605) -- (10,872)
Proceeds from disposals of
equipment on operating leases... 1,455 -- 6,830 -- 8,285
Proceeds from disposals of other
fixed assets.................... 252 -- 610 -- 862
Payments for investments in
businesses...................... (3,113) (3) (1,854) 87 (4,883)
Proceeds from disposals of
businesses...................... 46 12 340 (87) 311
Increase in receivables from
financial services, net......... (142) -- (8,447) 7 (8,582)
Dispositions of securities (other
than trading), net.............. 519 420 1,499 -- 2,438
Other............................ (336) (11,367) (1,633) 12,185 (1,151)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH USED FOR INVESTING
ACTIVITIES....................... (5,706) (10,938) (28,292) 12,227 (32,709)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Change in financial
liabilities..................... 812 14,688 1,568 (201) 16,867
Dividends paid................... (2,358) (390) (2,968) 3,337 (2,379)
Other............................ 24 -- 13,009 (13,009) 24
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES............. (1,522) 14,298 11,609 (9,873) 14,512
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Effect of foreign exchange rate
changes on cash.................. -- 13 488 -- 501
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND
CASH EQUIVALENTS................. 142 1,648 (3,469) -- (1,679)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD........... 1,366 320 7,075 -- 8,761
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
AT END OF PERIOD................. 1,508 1,968 3,606 -- 7,082
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
</Table>
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS -- (CONTINUED)
<Table>
<Caption>
DAIMLERCHRYSLER
NORTH AMERICA OTHER
1999 DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG HOLDING SUBSIDIARIES CONSOLIDATING DAIMLERCHRYSLER AG
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) (PARENT COMPANY) CORPORATION (COMBINED) ADJUSTMENTS (CONSOLIDATED)
- ------------------------------------- ------------------- --------------- ------------ ------------- -------------------
Revenues........................... 43,052 -- 135,124 (28,191) 149,985
Cost of sales...................... (34,525) -- (113,274) 28,111 (119,688)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
GROSS MARGIN......................... 8,527 -- 21,850 (80) 30,297
Selling, administrative and other
expenses......................... (5,787) (13) (11,008) 745 (16,063)
Research and development........... (2,563) -- (3,318) 144 (5,737)
Other income....................... 657 -- 625 (455) 827
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME (LOSS) BEFORE FINANCIAL
INCOME............................. 834 (13) 8,149 354 9,324
Financial income, net.............. 5,895 3,872 703 (10,137) 333
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES........... 6,729 3,859 8,852 (9,783) 9,657
Income taxes....................... (983) 328 (3,600) (278) (4,533)
Minority interests................. -- -- (18) -- (18)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
INCOME BEFORE EXTRAORDINARY ITEMS AND
CUMULATIVE EFFECTS OF CHANGES IN
ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.............. 5,746 4,187 5,234 (10,061) 5,106
Extraordinary items................ -- -- 640 -- 640
Cumulative effects of changes in
accounting principles............ -- -- -- -- --
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCOME........................... 5,746 4,187 5,874 (10,061) 5,746
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR) OPERATING
ACTIVITIES......................... 5,327 (152) 19,474 (6,626) 18,023
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Increase in equipment on operating
leases........................... (2,219) -- (17,158) 41 (19,336)
Purchases of other fixed assets.... (1,901) -- (8,214) -- (10,115)
Proceeds from disposals of
equipment on operating leases.... 1,110 -- 5,492 (27) 6,575
Proceeds from disposals of other
fixed assets..................... 178 -- 329 -- 507
Payments for investments in
businesses....................... (548) -- (800) 59 (1,289)
Proceeds from disposals of
businesses....................... 398 -- 997 (59) 1,336
Increase in receivables from
financial services, net.......... 20 -- (8,396) 7 (8,369)
Dispositions (acquisitions) of
securities (other than trading),
net.............................. (834) (67) 225 -- (676)
Other.............................. 1,097 (17,811) (2,885) 18,856 (743)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH USED FOR INVESTING ACTIVITIES... (2,699) (17,878) (30,410) 18,877 (32,110)
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Change in financial liabilities.... 239 18,350 (3,464) 2,937 18,062
Dividends paid..................... (2,356) (94) (4,185) 4,257 (2,378)
Other.............................. 63 -- 19,460 (19,445) 78
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH PROVIDED BY (USED FOR) FINANCING
ACTIVITIES......................... (2,054) 18,256 11,811 (12,251) 15,762
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
Effect of foreign exchange rate
changes on cash.................... -- 25 780 -- 805
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
NET INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS........................ 574 251 1,655 -- 2,480
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD............. 792 69 5,420 -- 6,281
------- ------- -------- -------- --------
AT END OF PERIOD................... 1,366 320 7,075 -- 8,761
======= ======= ======== ======== ========
</Table>
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ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS
<Table>
<Caption>
BALANCE AT CHARGED TO BALANCE
BEGINNING COSTS AND AMOUNTS AT END
OF 2001 EXPENSES WRITTEN OFF OF 2001
(IN MILLIONS OF [EURO]) ---------- ---------- ----------- --------
Receivables from financial services................... 890 1,495 (783) 1,602
Trade receivables..................................... 711 (16) (49) 646
Other receivables..................................... 957 132 (363) 726
----- ----- ------ -----
2,558 1,611 (1,195) 2,974
===== ===== ====== =====
</Table>
<Table>
<Caption>
BALANCE AT CHARGED TO BALANCE
BEGINNING COSTS AND AMOUNTS AT END
OF 2000 EXPENSES WRITTEN OFF OF 2000
---------- ---------- ----------- --------
Receivables from financial services................... 599 746 (455) 890
Trade receivables..................................... 798 (50) (37) 711
Other receivables..................................... 1,127 169 (339) 957
----- --- ---- -----
2,524 865 (831) 2,558
===== === ==== =====
</Table>
<Table>
<Caption>
BALANCE AT CHARGED TO BALANCE
BEGINNING COSTS AND AMOUNTS AT END
OF 1999 EXPENSES WRITTEN OFF OF 1999
---------- ---------- ----------- --------
Receivables from financial services................... 364 510 (275) 599
Trade receivables..................................... 857 49 (108) 798
Other receivables..................................... 1,249 125 (247) 1,127
----- --- ---- -----
2,470 684 (630) 2,524
===== === ==== =====
</Table>
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