SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q
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QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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For the Quarter ended: Commission file No.:
SEPTEMBER 30, 1996 1-4601
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SCHLUMBERGER N.V.
(SCHLUMBERGER LIMITED)
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
NETHERLANDS ANTILLES 52-0684746
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(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
277 PARK AVENUE
NEW YORK, NEW YORK, U.S.A. 10172
42 RUE SAINT-DOMINIQUE
PARIS, FRANCE 75007
LAAN VAN MEERDERVOORT 55
THE HAGUE,
THE NETHERLANDS 2517 AG
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(Addresses of principal executive (Zip Codes)
offices)
Registrant's telephone number: (212) 350-9400
Indicate by check mark whether Registrant (1) has filed all reports required to
be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during
the preceding 12 months and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for
the past 90 days.
YES X NO ______
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Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of
common stock, as of the latest practicable date.
Class Outstanding at October 31, 1996
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COMMON STOCK, $0.01 PAR VALUE 246,288,129
PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Item 1 : Financial Statements
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SCHLUMBERGER LIMITED
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(Schlumberger N.V., Incorporated in the Netherlands Antilles)
and Subsidiary Companies
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME
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(Unaudited)
Periods Ended September 30,
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Third Quarter Nine Months
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1996 1995 1996 1995
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(DOLLARS IN THOUSANDS)
REVENUE:
Operating $2,261,839 $1,918,781 $6,440,457 $5,558,159
Interest and other income 18,106 22,295 51,543 68,354
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2,279,945 1,941,076 6,492,000 5,626,513
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EXPENSES:
Cost of goods sold and services 1,751,739 1,445,031 4,933,339 4,209,238
Research & engineering 111,218 106,902 336,757 315,134
Marketing 70,791 70,289 219,315 205,640
General 88,776 83,814 262,718 257,903
Interest 18,542 20,764 54,005 62,762
Unusual items 333,091 - 333,091 -
Taxes on income (323,047) 35,478 (243,645) 93,375
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2,051,110 1,772,278 5,895,580 5,144,052
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Net income $ 228,835 $ 168,798 $ 596,420 $ 482,461
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Net income per share $ 0.93 $ 0.70 $ 2.43 $ 2.00
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Avg. shares outstanding (thousands) 245,731 242,650 244,586 242,196
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Dividends declared per share $ 0.375 $ 0.375 $ 1.125 $ 1.050
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See notes to consolidated financial statements
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SCHLUMBERGER LIMITED
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(Schlumberger N.V., Incorporated in the Netherlands Antilles)
and Subsidiary Companies
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
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(Unaudited)
Sept. 30, Dec. 31
1996 1995
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(Dollars in thousands)
ASSETS
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CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and short-term investments $ 1,220,614 $1,120,533
Receivables less allowance for doubtful accounts
(1996 - $53,297; 1995 - $58,246) 2,180,433 1,939,873
Inventories 934,550 782,168
Deferred taxes on income 196,230 -
Other current assets 216,196 181,129
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4,748,023 4,023,703
LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS, HELD TO MATURITY 244,861 279,950
FIXED ASSETS:
Property, plant and equipment 9,446,086 9,108,107
Less accumulated depreciation (6,244,784) (5,989,649)
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3,201,302 3,118,458
EXCESS OF INVESTMENT OVER NET ASSETS OF
COMPANIES PURCHASED, less amortization 1,176,300 1,330,490
DEFERRED TAXES ON INCOME 226,959 -
OTHER ASSETS 175,294 157,499
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$ 9,772,739 $ 8,910,100
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LIABILITIES & STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
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CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities $ 2,048,448 $ 1,773,605
Estimated liability for taxes on income 338,126 299,841
Bank loans 589,364 515,703
Dividend payable 92,573 91,706
Long-term debt due within one year 95,910 83,417
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3,164,421 2,764,272
LONG-TERM DEBT 613,613 613,404
POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS 378,226 354,830
OTHER LIABILITIES 193,924 213,577
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4,350,184 3,946,083
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STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Common stock 805,589 737,328
Income retained for use in the business 6,975,122 6,654,072
Treasury stock at cost (2,341,056) (2,414,577)
Translation adjustment (17,100) (12,806)
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5,422,555 4,964,017
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$ 9,772,739 $ 8,910,100
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See notes to consolidated financial statements
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SCHLUMBERGER LIMITED
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(Schlumberger N.V., Incorporated in the Netherlands Antilles)
and Subsidiary Companies
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
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(Unaudited)
(Dollars in thousands)
Nine Months Ended
September 30,
1996 1995
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $ 596,420 $ 482,461
Adjustments to reconcile net income to
cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 660,701 610,888
Earnings of companies carried at equity,
less dividends received (Dividends:
1996 - $304 ; 1995 - $0) 2,847 (7,656)
Provision for losses on accounts receivable 16,460 9,055
Other adjustments (3,664) (2,398)
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Increase in receivables (268,831) (47,738)
Increase in inventories (160,523) (99,115)
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable
and accrued liabilities 38,898 (96,663)
Increase in estimated liability
for taxes on income 8,827 8,665
Other - net (59,170) (55,986)
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Net cash provided by operating activities 831,965 801,513
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of fixed assets (768,236) (645,937)
Sales/retirements of fixed assets 65,774 42,501
(Increase) decrease in investments (42,174) 108,407
Payment for purchase of businesses (34,263) (87,167)
Increase in other assets (3,266) 24,368
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Net cash used in investing activities (782,195) (557,828)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Dividends paid (274,346) (236,178)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 102,833 24,747
Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan 38,949 36,166
Purchase of treasury shares - (40,552)
Proceeds from issuance of long-term debt 129,472 176,750
Payments of principal on long-term debt (99,855) (150,388)
Net increase (decrease) in short-term debt 76,794 (60,666)
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Net cash used in financing activities
(26,153) (250,121)
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Net increase (decrease) in cash 23,617 (6,436)
Cash, beginning of period 72,515 57,671
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Cash, end of period $ 96,132 $ 51,235
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See notes to consolidated financial statements
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SCHLUMBERGER LIMITED
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(Schlumberger N.V., Incorporated in the Netherlands Antilles)
and Subsidiary Companies
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
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(Unaudited)
In the opinion of management, all adjustments necessary to present fairly the
financial position and the results of operations have been made in the
accompanying interim financial statements. The Company's significant accounting
policies are summarized in its 1995 Annual Report. These policies have been
consistently applied during the interim period presented in this report. The
results of operations for the three and nine month periods ended September 30,
1996 are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations that may be
expected for the entire year.
In the third quarter, the Company recorded three unusual items which virtually
offset each other and which are more fully explained in the following notes on
"Unusual Items" and "Income Tax Expense".
UNUSUAL ITEMS:
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The Company announced a charge of $300 million after tax in the third quarter
related primarily to the Electricity & Gas and Geco-Prakla Land and Transition
Zone businesses. During the quarter, the Electricity and Gas Management product
lines were combined into a single business in response to the huge market and
technology changes occurring in the energy supply sector. This combination will
result in lower headcount, fewer manufacturing facilities and products. At
Geco-Prakla, although the Land and Transition Zone businesses have improved,
they are still in a loss position and accordingly, require radical changes in
organization and structure, and the write-off of Land goodwill. The after tax
charge of $300 million includes pre-tax charges of $112 million for severance
and termination costs, other facilities' closure costs of $39 million, goodwill
write-offs of $122 million, and other asset impairments/charges of $60 million.
The severance and termination costs relate to less than 5% of the worldwide
workforce primarily in Europe and pertain to both manufacturing and operating
personnel in about thirty locations. Most of the other facilities closure costs
relate to the write down of buildings, equipment and other assets to net
realizable value.
In addition, the Company recorded a charge of $58 million after tax, including a
loss on the divestiture of the remaining defense-related activity, certain asset
impairments and other charges. The amount is classified in cost of goods sold
and services ($47 million) and taxes on income ($11 million).
INCOME TAX EXPENSE
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With increasing profitability and strong outlook in the US, the Company
recognized 50% of the US income tax benefit related to its US subsidiary's tax
loss carryforward and all temporary differences as of July 1, 1996. This
resulted in a credit of $360 million.
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At September 30, 1996, US deferred income taxes were $381 million and the
valuation allowance was $63 million.
The Company and its subsidiaries operate in over 100 taxing jurisdictions.
The Company's US consolidated group has a net operating loss carryforward at
September 30, 1996 of $356 million ($420 million at June 30, 1996) and net
deductible temporary differences of $746 million (about the same as June 30,
1996). Significant temporary differences pertain to postretirement medical
benefits, fixed assets and environmental remediation projects. Most of the tax
loss carryforward will expire in the years 2002 - 2003.
The normal recurring provision for income taxes in the quarter was $59 million;
effective tax rate was 21%.
CONTINGENCIES
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The Company and its subsidiaries comply with government laws and regulations and
responsible management practices for the protection of the environment. The
Consolidated Balance Sheet includes accruals for the estimated future costs
associated with certain environmental remediation activities related to the past
use or disposal of hazardous materials. Substantially all such costs relate to
divested operations and to facilities or locations that are no longer in
operation. Due to a number of uncertainties, including uncertainty of timing,
the scope of remediation, future technology, regulatory changes and other
factors, it is possible that the ultimate remediation costs may exceed the
amounts accrued. However, in the opinion of management, such additional costs
are not expected to be material relative to consolidated liquidity, financial
position or future results of operations.
In a case in Texas involving the validity of a 1988 settlement and release in
connection with an incidental business venture, the trial court, in 1993,
rendered a judgment notwithstanding the verdict of the jury, exonerating
Schlumberger from any liability. In late 1994, a Texas Court of Appeals reversed
the trial court judgment and reinstated the jury award of about $75 million
against Schlumberger. The Texas Supreme Court granted the Schlumberger motion
to hear the case. Oral argument was held before the Texas Supreme Court on
October 11, 1995. Schlumberger and outside counsel believe the decision of the
trial court was correct. Consequently, no provision has been made in the
consolidated financial statements for this matter.
In May 1996, in a case involving a $3 million contract dispute, the trial court
in Johnson County, Texas, entered judgment on jury findings adverse to
Schlumberger for $23 million in damages, which has been doubled, plus attorney's
fees and interest. The Company and its outside counsel believe the findings and
the judgment are not supported by the evidence and law, and will appeal.
Accordingly, no provision has been made in the accompanying financial statement
for this matter.
In addition, the Company and its subsidiaries are party to various other legal
proceedings. Although the ultimate disposition of these proceedings is not
presently determinable, in the opinion of the Company any liability that might
ensue would not be material in relation to the consolidated financial
statements.
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Item 2: Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
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of Operations.
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Third Quarter 1996 Compared to Third Quarter 1995
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Third quarter net income of $229 million and earnings per share of $0.93 were
36% and 33% higher, respectively, than the same period last year.
Operating revenue of $2.26 billion was 18% above third quarter 1995.
Oilfield Services posted a 28% increase in revenue as rig count worldwide rose
9%. All businesses contributed to the 68% growth in operating income.
Measurement & Systems revenue decreased 1% compared to the same period last
year, as gains in Electronic Transactions were offset by a decline in the
Metering business and Automatic Test Equipment.
In the third quarter, the Company recorded the following three unusual items
which virtually offset each other:
. a credit of $360 million related to the recognition of a portion of the US
tax loss carryforward and all temporary differences.
. a charge of $300 million after tax primarily related to
Electricity & Gas and Geco-Prakla.
. a charge of $58 million after tax including a loss on the divestiture of the
remaining defense-related activity, certain asset impairments, and other
charges.
BUSINESS REVIEW
(Stated in millions)
Oilfield Services Measurement & Systems
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Third Quarter 1996 1995 % change 1996 1995 % change
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Operating Revenue $ 1,606 $ 1,256 28% $ 657 $ 664 (1)%
Operating Income(1) $ 289 $ 172 68% $ 19 $ 35 (45)%
(1) Operating income represents income before income taxes, excluding
interest expense, interest and other income and unusual items.
OILFIELD SERVICES
Operating revenue for Oilfield Services was 28% above last year. Overall, this
growth results from a significant increase in our rigless activities, rapid
growth in new services such as PLATFORM EXPRESS*, a jump in offshore rig
dayrates and the notable contribution of our Marine seismic business. Operating
income increased 68%.
North America
In North America, revenue was up 26%, and represented 19% of consolidated
revenue. The most notable increases were from Dowell and Geco-Prakla, which were
up 24% and 54%, respectively. Operating income rose $35 million. Activity in
the Gulf of Mexico continued at a high pace and significantly contributed to
results. Rig count increased 12% for the quarter.
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Outside North America
Outside North America, where the rig count rose 6%, revenue was up 29%, and
represented 53% of consolidated revenue. Operating income rose $87 million. All
businesses achieved strong growth, most significantly Geco-Prakla, Sedco Forex
and GeoQuest with revenue increases of 48%, 47%, and 40%, respectively. Most
geographic areas exhibited strength, with exceptionally strong activity coming
from West Africa, the North Sea, Latin America and Asia.
On September 16, 1996, Schlumberger and Baker Hughes Incorporated signed a
letter of intent calling for the establishment of strategic alliances
between several of their product lines. These agreements will enhance
product offerings and improve respective access to necessary complementary
technology. They will also accelerate the development of new products and
services in the field of intelligent completion systems.
During the third quarter, oil and gas companies continued efforts to lower their
finding costs by relying on technology for cost-effective solutions. This trend
was confirmed by our customers' desire to exploit complex deviated wells,
including horizontal, reentry and extended-reach wells. Logging-while-drilling
(LWD) technologies and measurements-while-drilling (MWD) services were
extensively used to provide solutions in these wellbores. For the quarter, LWD
and MWD continued their remarkable progression with increases of 71% and 37%,
respectively. In Argentina, a PowerPak* steerable motor and PowerPulse* MWD
telemetry tool established a world record for footage drilled in a single run by
drilling 15,446 feet in 12 1/4 inch hole, surpassing the old record by 2,277
feet.
In order to effectively maximize the production from horizontal wells, large
sections of wellbore need to be perforated underbalanced (in underbalanced
perforating the wellbore fluid pressure is kept below the formation pressure).
Among other benefits, this procedure reduces formation damage while perforating,
increasing the productivity of each well. From a customer-driven effort, a
specially-designed FIV* Formation Isolation Valve tool was developed by Wireline
& Testing to efficiently improve both operational safety and production after
underbalanced perforating is performed. In recognition of its contribution to
the safety of operations, FIV technology was recently awarded the 1996 Euroil
Safety Technology Award.
The use of advanced software technology, coupled with the ability to easily
locate and manipulate immense amounts of stored data, is essential in reducing
finding costs and maximizing reservoir production. The commercialization of the
CADE Office* suite of PC-based computer-aided design, execution and evaluation
software products commenced. These user-friendly engineering programs, tailored
to optimize each well, will be jointly marketed by Dowell and GeoQuest,
exemplifying our ability to integrate services.
GeoQuest, which had a 67% increase in Software Products sales, released
significant new versions of its GeoFrame-based products including various
geological interpretation packages. IT and Data Management services soared 79%
above last year with strong contributions from North America,
Africa/Mediterranean, the Middle East and Latin America.
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During the quarter, the Marine Seismic division of Geco-Prakla continued
its success based on strong activity, favorable weather conditions,
efficiencies generated by the Monowing* multistreamer towing technology and the
Trilogy* onboard data management system. Ten Marine vessels have
successfully surveyed with six-streamer/dual source configurations. Aided by
further introduction of the new-generation Olympus-IMS* field
information management system, productivity has improved in Land seismic, mainly
in the Middle East and Africa.
Strong demand for offshore rigs continued during the quarter. Sedco Forex
experienced increases in its dayrates, rig utilization and fleet size. The
offshore rig utilization rate increased from 89% to 96%, driven by 100% and 96%
utilization rates for jack-ups and semi-submersibles, respectively. Land rig
utilization improved from 37% to 56%. With 50 offshore rigs and 33 land rigs,
the fleet count was 83 at quarter-end, including 11 rigs which are either under
charter or management contract.
Customers' desire to outsource and use integrated services continued to
accelerate. Due to our broad coverage of services and ability to manage complex
integrated oilfield projects, Integrated Project Management (IPM) activities
have expanded significantly. IPM currently supervises the operations of 32
drilling rigs.
MEASUREMENT & SYSTEMS
Measurement & Systems revenue was down 1% from last year, as strong growth at
Electronic Transactions and Systems & Services was more than offset by
Electricity & Gas Metering and soft market conditions at ATE. Orders were 8%
higher reflecting robust growth at Electronic Transactions and improvement in
our Metering business.
Operating income declined 45% from last year due to weak pricing conditions in
the European metering business and a postponement of product deliveries to our
ATE customers.
In the third quarter, Electronic Transactions revenue was up 16% from the same
period last year, reflecting strong card growth, in particular for subscriber
identity module (SIM) cards in Asia and increased shipments of token cards for
payphone applications in Europe and Mexico. Orders increased 20%, reflecting
strong card demand. ATE revenue decreased 22% reflecting delays in capital
spending by customers. Orders deteriorated 19% from the same period last year
primarily due to the slowdown in semiconductor capital equipment spending in
North America and Asia. Revenue in the Metering business was flat. Gains in
Electricity & Gas North America and South Africa were offset by decreasing
volumes and prices in Germany. Water Management experienced strong growth in
South America along with improved demand in Canada and Mexico. In the US,
significant sales of large industrial meters along with higher services activity
more than offset a slowdown of automatic meter reading projects. Metering orders
were up 7%. Systems & Services revenue increased 14% from the same period last
year. Systems activity in North America increased significantly on higher
deliveries to electric utilities, including HydroQuebec. Service activities grew
strongly, most significantly in Europe. Orders increased 13%.
Interest and other income decreased $4 million from the third quarter of 1995
primarily due to lower investment balances as well as lower
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investment returns. Gross margin, excluding the unusual items, of 24.6% was up
compared with 24.2% of the same quarter last year. Research and engineering
expense increased 4% from last year but decreased to 4.9% of operating revenue
from 5.6% in 1995. Marketing expense was up 1% but decreased to 3.1% of
operating revenue from 3.7% in 1995. General expense, expressed as a percentage
of operating revenue, decreased from 4.4% to 3.9%. Interest expense decreased $2
million from the third quarter last year due to sharply lower average borrowing
rates. The effective tax rate, excluding unusual items, rose to 21% compared to
17% last year due to the recording of a US tax provision following the
recognition of the tax loss carryforward.
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First Nine Months 1996 Compared to First Nine Months 1995
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Income for the first nine months of $596 million and earnings per share of $2.43
were 24% and 22% higher, respectively, than the same period last year.
Operating revenue for the first nine months was $6.44 billion, up 16% from 1995.
Oilfield Services posted a 24% increase in revenue as rig count worldwide rose
6%. All businesses contributed to the 44% growth in operating income.
Measurement & Systems revenue increased 2% compared to the same period last
year, as gains in Electronic Transactions were offset by a decline in the
Metering business and Automatic Test Equipment.
In the third quarter, the Company recorded the following three unusual items
which virtually offset each other:
. a credit of $360 million related to the recognition of a portion of the US
tax loss carryforward and all temporary differences.
. a charge of $300 million after tax primarily related to Electricity &
Gas and Geco-Prakla.
. a charge of $58 million after tax including a loss on the divestiture of the
remaining defense-related activity, certain asset impairments, and other
charges.
BUSINESS REVIEW
(Stated in millions)
Oilfield Services Measurement & Systems
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Nine Months 1996 1995 % change 1996 1995 % change
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Operating Revenue $ 4,403 $ 3,557 24% $ 2,041 $ 2,007 2 %
Operating Income(1) $ 681 $ 473 44% $ 83 $ 107 (22)%
(1) Operating income represents income before income taxes, excluding
interest expense, interest and other income and unusual items.
OILFIELD SERVICES
Operating revenue for Oilfield Services was 24% above last year. Overall, this
growth results from a significant increase in our rigless activities, rapid
growth in new services such as PLATFORM EXPRESS*, a jump in offshore rig
dayrates and the notable contribution of our Marine seismic business. Operating
income increased 44%.
North America
In North America, revenue was up 17%, and represented 18% of consolidated
revenue. The most notable increases were from Dowell, Wireline & Testing and
Geco-Prakla, which were up 14%, 11% and 28%, respectively. Operating income rose
$43 million. Activity in the Gulf of Mexico continued at a high pace and
significantly contributed to results. Rig count increased 7% over 1995.
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Outside North America
Outside North America, where the rig count rose 5%, revenue was up 26%, and
represented 51% of consolidated revenue. Operating income rose $176 million.
All businesses achieved strong growth, most significantly Sedco Forex, Wireline
& Testing and Geco-Prakla with revenue increases of 39%, 15%, and 36%,
respectively. Most geographic areas exhibited strength, with exceptionally
strong activity coming from West Africa, the North Sea, Latin America and Asia.
MEASUREMENT & SYSTEMS
Revenue increased 2% from last year, as strong growth at Electronic Transactions
and Systems & Services was largely offset by Electricity & Gas Metering and soft
market conditions at ATE. Orders were 2% higher as robust growth at Electronic
Transactions was largely offset by soft market conditions at ATE.
Operating income declined 22% from last year due to weak pricing conditions in
the European metering business and a postponement of product deliveries to our
ATE customers.
Electronic Transactions revenue was up 17% from the same period last year,
reflecting strong card growth, in particular for subscriber identity module
(SIM) cards in Asia and increased shipments of token cards for payphone
applications in Europe and Mexico. Orders increased 17%, reflecting strong card
demand. ATE revenue decreased 4% reflecting delays in capital spending by
customers. Orders deteriorated 14% from the same period last year primarily due
to the slowdown in semiconductor capital equipment spending in North America and
Asia. Revenue in the Metering business was flat as were Metering orders. Systems
& Services revenue increased 12% from the same period last year. Systems
activity in North America increased significantly on higher deliveries to
electric utilities, including HydroQuebec. Service activities grew strongly,
most significantly in Europe. Orders increased 9%.
Interest and other income decreased $17 million from the same period last year
primarily due to lower investment balances as well as lower investment returns.
Gross margin, excluding the unusual items, of 24.1% was flat compared with last
year. Research and engineering expense increased 7% from last year but
decreased to 5.2% of operating revenue from 5.7% in 1995. Marketing expense was
up 7% but decreased to 3.4% of operating revenue from 3.7% in 1995. General
expense, expressed as a percentage of operating revenue, decreased from 4.6% to
4.1%. Interest expense decreased $8 million from the same period last year due
to sharply lower average borrowing rates. The effective tax rate, excluding
unusual items, rose to 19% compared to 16% last year due to the recording of a
US tax provision following the recognition of the tax loss carryforward.
*Mark of Schlumberger
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
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Item 6 : Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K
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(a) Exhibits : Exhibit A - News Release dated September 16, 1996
headed, "Schlumberger - Baker Hughes
Strategic Alliance".
Exhibit B - News Release dated September 25, 1996
headed, "Schlumberger to Record
Unusual Items in Third Quarter".
(b) Reports on Form 8-K : None
SIGNATURE
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Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized and in his capacity as principal
financial officer.
Schlumberger Limited
(Registrant)
Date: November 14, 1996 /s/ Arthur Lindenauer
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Arthur Lindenauer
Executive Vice President - Finance
and Chief Financial Officer
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INDEX TO EXHIBITS
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Exhibit No. Description Page
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Exhibit A News Release dated September 16, 1996
headed, "Schlumberger - Baker Hughes
Strategic Alliance". 15
Exhibit B News Release dated September 25, 1996
headed, "Schlumberger to Record
Unusual Items in Third Quarter". 16
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