UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15 (d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the Period Ended March 31, 1998
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Commission File Number 1-1511
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FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
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(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Michigan 38-0533580
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(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
26555 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, Michigan 48034
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(248) 354-7700
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(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Not Applicable
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(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required
to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during
the preceding 12 months, and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements
for the past 90 days.
Yes X No
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Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of
common stock, as of the latest practicable date:
Common Stock - 40,597,372 as of May 6, 1998
PART 1 - FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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Item 1. Financial Statements
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
Millions of Dollars, Except Per Share Amounts
Three Months Ended
March 31
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1998 1997
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Net sales $658.0 $485.6
Cost of products sold 496.7 373.5
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Gross margin 161.3 112.1
Selling, general and administrative expenses (98.1) (75.9)
Amortization (10.1) (2.5)
Purchased in-process research and development charge (18.6) -
Restructuring charges (10.5) -
Adjustment of assets held for sale to fair value (20.0) -
Interest expense (15.5) (9.8)
Interest income 6.7 0.7
International currency exchange losses (1.1) (0.1)
Net gain on British pound currency option and forward contract 13.3 -
Other expense, net (5.8) (2.0)
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Earnings Before Income Taxes 1.6 22.5
Income tax expense 8.8 8.6
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Net Earnings (Loss) (7.2) 13.9
Preferred stock dividends, net of related tax benefits 0.8 2.1
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Net Earnings (Loss) Available for Common Shareholders $ (8.0) $ 11.8
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Earnings Per Common Share
Net earnings (loss) $ (.20) $ .34
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Net earnings (loss) assuming dilution $ (.20) $ .32
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See accompanying notes.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
Millions of Dollars
Unaudited
March 31 December 31
1998 1997
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Assets
Current assets:
Cash and equivalents $ 101.5 $ 541.4
Accounts receivable 728.6 158.9
Investment in accounts receivable securitization 86.0 48.7
Inventories 697.5 277.0
Prepaid expenses and income tax benefits 261.0 113.2
Acquired businesses to be divested 443.8 -
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Total current assets 2,318.4 1,139.2
Property, plant and equipment 1,469.1 313.9
Goodwill 2,675.9 143.8
Other intangible assets 379.4 48.4
Business investments and other assets 555.9 156.8
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Total Assets $7,398.7 $1,802.1
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Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
Current liabilities:
Short-term debt, including current portion of long-term debt $ 837.8 $ 28.6
Accounts payable 418.2 102.3
Accrued compensation 162.2 36.8
Restructuring and rationalization reserves 188.6 31.5
Payable to T&N plc shareholders 60.3 -
Current portion of asbestos liability 100.0 -
Other accrued liabilities 343.5 130.4
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Total current liabilities 2,110.6 329.6
Long-term debt 2,273.7 273.1
Long-term portion of asbestos liability 1,251.4 -
Postemployment benefits 452.0 190.9
Other accrued liabilities 84.3 50.6
Minority interest in consolidated subsidiaries 65.7 13.6
Minority interest - preferred securities of affiliate 575.0 575.0
Shareholders' equity:
Series C ESOP preferred stock 48.1 49.0
Series E preferred stock 225.0 -
Common stock 202.4 201.0
Additional paid-in capital 327.3 332.6
Accumulated deficit (130.8) (123.6)
Unearned ESOP compensation (21.7) (21.8)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (61.5) (65.7)
Other (2.8) (2.2)
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Total Shareholders' Equity 586.0 369.3
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Total Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity $7,398.7 $1,802.1
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See accompanying notes.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
Millions of Dollars
Three Months Ended
March 31
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1998 1997
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Cash Provided From (Used By) Operating Activities
Net earnings (loss) $ (7.2) $ 13.9
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings (loss) to net
cash provided from operating activities
Depreciation and amortization 29.8 14.0
Purchased in-process research and development charge 18.6 -
Restructuring charges 10.5 -
Adjustment of assets held for sale to fair value 20.0 -
Deferred income taxes (0.7) 4.6
Postemployment benefits (0.1) (0.4)
Increase in accounts receivable (57.1) (38.0)
Decrease in inventories 36.8 17.1
Increase (decrease) in accounts payable 22.0 (2.4)
Increase in current liabilities and other 20.0 28.3
Payments against restructuring and reengineering reserves (4.5) (9.0)
Payments against asbestos liability (5.4) -
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Net Cash Provided From Operating Activities 82.7 28.1
Cash Provided From (Used By) Investing Activities
Expenditures for property, plant and equipment (19.5) (8.4)
Proceeds from sale of business investments 49.3 10.4
Proceeds from sale of options 39.5 -
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired (2,655.8) -
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Net Cash Provided From (Used By) Investing Activities (2,586.5) 2.0
Cash Provided From (Used By) Financing Activities
Issuance of common stock 7.4 0.8
Net increase (decrease) in debt 2,111.7 (23.3)
Fees paid for debt issuance (33.3) -
Investment in accounts receivable securitization (9.6) -
Dividends (5.4) (5.7)
Other (6.9) (2.0)
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Net Cash Provided From (Used By) Financing Activities 2,063.9 (30.2)
Decrease in Cash and Equivalents (439.9) (0.1)
Cash and Equivalents at Beginning of Period 541.4 33.1
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Cash and Equivalents at End of Period $ 101.5 $ 33.0
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See accompanying notes.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been
prepared in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting
principles (U.S. GAAP) for interim financial information and with instructions
to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include
all of the information and footnotes required by generally accepted accounting
principles for complete financial statements. In the opinion of management, all
adjustments (consisting of normal recurring accruals) considered necessary for a
fair presentation have been included. Operating results for the three month
period ended March 31, 1998 are not necessarily indicative of the results that
may be expected for the year ended December 31, 1998. For further information,
refer to the consolidated financial statements and footnotes thereto included in
the Company's annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1997.
Certain items in the prior year condensed consolidated financial statements have
been reclassified to conform with the presentation used in 1998.
2. ACQUISITIONS
The Company acquired Fel-Pro, Incorporated and certain affiliated entities,
which constitute the operating businesses of the Fel-Pro group of companies
(Fel-Pro), and acquired T&N plc (T&N) and Bimet S.A. (Bimet) during the first
quarter of 1998. In addition, the Company increased its ownership in the
Summerton, South Carolina gasket business (Summerton) and KFM Bearing Co., Ltd.
(KFM) during the first quarter. Due to the complexity of valuing certain assets
and liabilities acquired and related valuation estimates that are in process,
the purchase allocation may subsequently be adjusted as further information
becomes available. Goodwill recognized in connection with these transactions is
being amortized on a straight-line basis over forty years.
Fel-Pro Transaction
On February 24, 1998, the Company acquired all the equity interests of Fel-Pro,
a privately owned manufacturer headquartered in Skokie, Illinois, for a total
consideration of approximately $717 million, which included 1,030,325.6 shares
of Federal-Mogul Series E Mandatory Exchangeable preferred stock with an imputed
value of $225 million (refer also to Note 8) and approximately $492 million in
cash. The acquisition has been accounted for as a purchase and, accordingly,
the total consideration was allocated to the acquired assets and assumed
liabilities based on estimated fair values as of the acquisition date. The
preliminary purchase price allocation of the total consideration exceeds the
estimated fair value of net assets acquired by $509.3 million which has been
recognized as goodwill.
The consolidated statement of operations includes the operating results of the
acquired business, exclusive of the Fel-Pro chemical business (refer to the
caption "Acquired Businesses to be Divested," described later in this section),
from the acquisition date.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
T&N plc Transaction
On March 6, 1998, the Company satisfied all regulatory conditions relating to
the acquisition of T&N, a manufacturer based in Manchester, England, and made
its offer wholly unconditional. The Company paid for the outstanding T&N
shares on March 12, 1998.
As of March 31, 1998 the Company has paid total consideration (including direct
costs of the acquisition) of $2.356 billion. The Company also acquired cash of
approximately $222 million and debt of approximately $707 million. In addition,
the Company is required to pay 260 pence per share for certain T&N options
expected to be converted to T&N shares subsequent to March 31, 1998. The Company
has estimated the cost, net of cash to be received, of outstanding T&N options
at March 31, 1998 and included the amount ($60.3 million) as a liability in the
balance sheet caption "Payable to T&N plc shareholders." The acquisition has
been accounted for as a purchase and, accordingly, the total consideration was
allocated to the acquired assets and assumed liabilities based on estimated fair
values as of the acquisition date. The preliminary purchase price allocation of
the total consideration exceeds the estimated fair value of net assets acquired
by $2.035 billion which has been recognized as goodwill.
The consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended March 31,
1998 includes the operating results of T&N, exclusive of the T&N Bearings
Business (refer to the caption "Acquired Businesses to be Divested," described
later in this section), from the acquisition date. The Company recognized an
$18.6 million charge in the first quarter of 1998 associated with the estimated
fair value of purchased in process research and development costs allocated in
purchase accounting to a portion of the total consideration paid.
Acquired Businesses to be Divested
In connection with securing regulatory approvals for the acquisition of T&N, the
Company executed an Agreement Containing Consent Order with the FTC on February
27, 1998. Pursuant to this agreement the Company must divest the T&N Bearings
Business, consisting of T&N's thinwall and dry bearings (polymer bearings)
operations within six months after the FTC declares the consent order final and
must provide for independent management of those assets pending such
divestiture. The agreement stipulates that the T&N Bearings business is to be
maintained as a viable, independent competitor of the Company and that the
Company shall not attempt to direct the activities of, or exercise control over,
the T&N Bearings business or have contact with the T&N Bearings business outside
of normal business activities.
In addition, the Company is holding the chemical business acquired in the Fel-
Pro transaction for sale. The Company expects to complete the divestiture of
the chemical business within one year.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
The net assets of the T&N Bearings Business and chemical business have been
recorded at their fair value based on estimates of selling values less costs to
sell, calculated using multiples of earnings similar to recent comparable
industry transactions. The Company's investment in the T&N Bearings Business
and chemical business is included in the balance sheet caption "Acquired
businesses to be divested." In addition, the Company's preliminary purchase
price allocation for T&N includes an increase of $124 million to adjust the
acquired income tax liability related to the anticipated divestiture of the T&N
Bearings Business.
Operating results for the T&N Bearings and chemical businesses (which includes
amortization expense for goodwill allocated to the businesses and interest
expense relating to the holding costs of the businesses) have been excluded from
the condensed consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended
March 31, 1998.
Pro Forma Results
The following unaudited pro forma financial information for the three months
ended March 31, 1998 and 1997 assume the T&N and Fel-Pro acquisitions occurred
as of the beginning of the respective periods, after giving effect to certain
adjustments, including the amortization of intangible assets, interest expense
on acquisition debt, divestitures of the T&N Bearings business and Fel-Pro
chemical business, and income tax effects. The pro forma results (in millions
of dollars, except per share data) have been prepared for comparative purposes
only and are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations which may
occur in the future or that would have occurred had the acquisitions of T&N and
Fel-Pro been consummated on the dates indicated, nor are they necessarily
indicative of the Company's future results of operations (refer also to
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations - Pro Forma Results).
Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information
Three Months Ended March 31,
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1998 1997
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Net sales $1,193.6 $1,247.9
Net loss $ (16.5) $ (7.0)
Loss per share $ (0.44) $ (0.28)
Loss per share assuming dilution $ (0.44) $ (0.28)
Summerton, KFM and Bimet Transactions
In February 1998, the Company increased its ownership in Summerton in connection
with the Bruss Divestiture Agreement, described in Note 7. In March 1998, the
Company increased its ownership from 30% to 87% in KFM, a Korean joint venture
formed in 1988 with Kukje Special Metal Co., Ltd. Also in March 1998, the
Company acquired Bimet, a manufacturer of engine bearings, bushings and related
products located in Gdansk, Poland. The total cash consideration paid for the
Summerton, KFM and Bimet acquisitions approximated $32 million.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
The Summerton, KFM and Bimet transactions have been accounted for as purchases
and, accordingly, the total consideration was allocated to the acquired assets
and assumed liabilities based on its estimated fair values as of the acquisition
dates. The preliminary purchase price allocation of total consideration over the
estimated fair value of net assets acquired of $16.4 million has been recognized
as goodwill. The consolidated statement of operations for the three months
ended March 31, 1998 includes the operating results of the acquired businesses
from the applicable date of acquisition.
3. RESTRUCTURING AND RATIONALIZATION OF ACQUIRED BUSINESSES
Restructuring Charge
During the first quarter of 1998, the Company recognized a $10.5 million
restructuring charge related to operations in place prior to the acquisitions of
T&N and Fel-Pro. The restructuring charge included $10.2 million and $0.3
million for severance and exit costs, respectively. Employee severance costs
result from planned terminations in various business operations of the Company.
The severance costs were based on the estimated levels that will be paid to the
affected employees pursuant to the Company's workforce reduction policies and
certain foreign governmental regulations. The Company anticipates that the
actions related to the first quarter 1998 restructuring plan will be completed
primarily within one year.
Rationalization of Acquired Businesses
In connection with the previously discussed acquisitions, the Company recognized
approximately $151 million in reserves related to the rationalization and
integration of acquired businesses. The rationalization reserves provide for
approximately $125 million and $26 million in severance and exit costs,
respectively.
The components of the integration plan include: closure of four manufacturing
facilities worldwide; relocation of highly manual manufacturing product lines to
lower cost regions or more suitable locations; consolidation of overlapping
manufacturing, technical and sales facilities and joint ventures; closure of two
aftermarket central warehouses and five in-country warehouses; consolidation of
aftermarket marketing and customer support functions; and streamlining of
administrative, sales, marketing and product engineering staffs worldwide. An
anticipated result of the integration plan and the restructuring will be a
reduction of approximately 4,200 full-time employees.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
4. ASBESTOS LIABILITY AND LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
T&N Asbestos
As of March 31, 1998, the Company has provided $1.351 billion as its estimate
for future costs related to resolving asbestos claims. In the United States, the
Company's subsidiary, T&N, and two of T&N's U.S. subsidiaries (the T&N
Companies) are among many defendants named in numerous court actions alleging
personal injury resulting from exposure to asbestos or asbestos-containing
products. T&N is also subject to asbestos-disease litigation, to a lesser
extent, in the United Kingdom and to property damage litigation based upon
asbestos in the United States. Because of the slow onset of asbestos-related
diseases, management anticipates that similar claims will be made in the future.
It is not known how many such claims may be made nor the expenditure which may
arise therefrom. T&N has appointed the Center for Claims Resolution (CCR) as its
exclusive representative in relation to all asbestos-related personal injury
claims made against the T&N Companies in the United States.
Prior to its acquisition, T&N secured a 500 million pounds sterling
(approximately $838 million at the March 31, 1998 exchange rate of $1.6758:1
pound sterling) layer of insurance which will be triggered should the aggregate
number of claims notified after June 30, 1996, where the exposure occurred prior
to that date, exceed 690 million pounds sterling (approximately $1,156 million
at the March 31, 1998 exchange rate). At March 31, 1998 the Company has recorded
reserves for incurred but not reported claims up to the insurance level, 690
million pound sterling.
While management believes that estimated reserves, which have not been reduced
by any potential insurance proceeds, are appropriate for anticipated losses
arising from T&N's asbestos related claims, no assurance can be given that T&N
will not be subject to material additional liabilities and significant
additional litigation relating to asbestos. Any such liabilities or litigation
could have a material adverse effect on the Company's results of operations,
business, liquidity and financial condition.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
Federal-Mogul and Fel-Pro Asbestos
Federal-Mogul Corporation also is one of a large number of defendants in a
number of lawsuits brought by claimants alleging injury due to exposure to
asbestos. In addition, Fel-Pro has been named as a defendant in approximately
18,000 product liability cases involving asbestos, primarily involving gasket or
packing products sold to ship owners. The Company is defending all such claims
vigorously and believes that it and Fel-Pro have substantial defenses to
liability and adequate insurance coverage for defense and indemnity costs
(though Fel-Pro has agreed with its insurers to pay 20% of defense costs, in
exchange for the right to a significant role in decisions regarding litigation).
While the outcome of litigation can't be predicted with certainty, management
believes that asbestos claims pending against Federal-Mogul Corporation and Fel-
Pro as of March 31, 1998 will not have a material effect on the Company's
financial position. No related reserves, or payments, have been provided, or
paid to date, related to asbestos claims pending against Federal-Mogul
Corporation and Fel-Pro.
Other
The Company is involved in various other legal actions and claims, directly and
through its subsidiaries (including T&N and Fel-Pro). After taking into
consideration legal counsel's evaluation of such actions, management is of the
opinion that its outcomes are not reasonably likely to have a material adverse
affect on the Company's financial position, operating results, or cash flows.
5. BRITISH POUND CURRENCY OPTION AND FORWARD CONTRACT
In the fourth quarter of 1997, in anticipation of the then pending T&N
acquisition, the Company purchased a British pound currency option for $28.1
million with a notional amount of $2.5 billion. In January 1998, the Company
settled the option and recognized a loss of $17.3 million.
Also in January 1998, in anticipation of the then pending T&N acquisition, the
Company entered into a forward contract to purchase 1.5 billion pounds sterling
for a notional amount of approximately $2.45 billion. As a result of favorable
exchange fluctuations in the British pound/U.S. dollar exchange rate experienced
during the contract period, the Company recognized a $30.6 million gain.
The Company entered into the above transactions to effectively serve as economic
hedges for the purchase of T&N. Such transactions, however, do not qualify for
"hedge accounting" under GAAP, and therefore the loss on the British pound
currency option and the gain on the British pound forward contract are reflected
in the statement of operations caption "Net gain on British pound currency
option and forward contract."
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
6. ISSUANCE OF DEBT
In connection with the acquisition of T&N, the Company entered into a $2.675
billion floating rate Senior Credit Agreement (consisting of a $2.275 billion
term loan facility, and a $400 million revolving loan facility) and a $500
million floating rate Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement, each with Chase
Manhattan Bank as agent and lender.
As of March 31, 1998, the Company had $2.5 billion outstanding related to the
Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement. The Senior
Credit Agreement has maturities ranging from March of 1999 through the year
2005. The Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement matures in March of 1999.
In addition, the Company funded a portion of the T&N acquisition through the
December 1997 sale of 7% Trust Convertible Preferred Securities (generating
gross proceeds of $575 million) by Federal-Mogul Financing Trust, a subsidiary
of the Company.
On April 17, 1998, in connection with the Company's efforts to put into place a
permanent capital structure with an appropriate combination of debt and equity
to partially replace the Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit
Agreement debt, the Company filed a registration statement with the Securities
and Exchange Commission for the offering from time to time of up to an aggregate
$2.5 billion of debt or equity securities (including shares of common stock
registered for the account of certain securityholders). On May 14, 1998 the
Company filed an amendment to such registration statement relating to a proposed
offering of 9,712,093 shares of common stock by the Company (exclusive of
1,287,907 shares of common stock for the account of certain securityholders).
The net proceeds to the Company of such offering of common stock are expected to
be used to repay certain existing indebtedness.
The Company is also evaluating the possibility of issuing debt securities
pursuant to such registration statement, all or a significant portion of the net
proceeds, of which the Company would use to refinance certain additional
indebtedness of the Company. There can be no assurance that any such offering of
common stock or debt securities will be consummated.
The accelerated payment, if any, of certain portions of the Senior Credit
Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement debt would result in a
significant extraordinary charge due to the write-off of the issuance costs
associated with the early retirement of debt. The total unamortized issuance
costs related to the Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit
Agreement was approximately $56 million at March 31, 1998.
Pursuant to the Senior Credit Agreement, the stock of Felt Products Mfg. Co.
(Felt), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Company, is pledged as collateral for
borrowings outstanding thereunder. Such pledge also secures the Company's ESOP
obligation, Medium-term notes and Senior Notes. The following presents certain
unaudited financial information of Felt as of March 31, 1998 and the period
February 24, 1998 to March 31, 1998 (in millions):
Financial Position Operating Results
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Current assets $115.3 Net Sales $36.2
Noncurrent assets 661.6 Costs and expenses 35.0
Current liabilities 78.0 Net earnings 1.2
Noncurrent liabilities 547.7
Subsequent Event
In April 1998, the Company retired $251 million in private placement debt
assumed in connection with the acquisition of T&N. The early retirement of the
debt required a make whole payment of approximately $27 million, which will be
recognized as an extraordinary loss in the second quarter of 1998 of
approximately $19 million, net of the related tax benefit.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
7. ASSETS HELD FOR SALE AND DIVESTITURES
In addition to the T&N Bearings Business and Fel-Pro chemical businesses held
for sale, during the first quarter of 1998, the Company decided to sell its
subsidiary, Bertolotti Pietro e Figli, S.r.l. (Bertolotti), conducting
aftermarket operations in Italy. The carrying value of Bertolotti's assets have
been reduced to its fair value based on estimates of selling values less costs
to sell, calculated using multiples of earnings similar to recent automotive
industry transactions in Italy. The Company recognized a $20.0 million first
quarter charge primarily associated with the write-down of Bertolotti's assets
to the estimated fair value. The Company expects to complete the sale of
Bertolotti within one year.
As part of its 1996 restructuring plan, the Company continued to close or sell
certain retail aftermarket operations during the first quarter of 1998. As of
March 31, 1998, retail aftermarket operations that continue to be held for sale
include those in Puerto Rico. Net cash proceeds received for those retail
aftermarket locations sold in the first quarter approximated $2 million. No
gain or loss was recognized on the dispositions of those retail aftermarket
locations, as the related assets had been previously adjusted to fair value.
Bruss Divestiture Agreement
In February 1998, the Company divested its minority interest in G. Bruss GmbH &
Co. KG, a German manufacturer of seals and gaskets. As part of the divestiture
agreement the Company also increased its ownership to 100% in Summerton. The
Company received net proceeds of approximately $47 million related to the
divestiture agreement and recognized a gain on the divestiture of $4.8 million.
The gain on the divestiture is included as a component of other expense.
Sale of Acquired Options
In addition, the Company received proceeds from the sale of options which were
acquired with the acquisition of T&N. No gain or loss was recognized in
connection with the sale of the options acquired.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
8. EARNINGS PER SHARE, NON-CASH TRANSACTION AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
Earnings Per Share
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted earnings per
share for the three months ended March 31, 1998 and 1997 (in millions, except
per share data):
1998 1997
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Numerator:
Net earnings (loss) $(7.2) $13.9
Series C preferred dividend requirement (0.6) (0.6)
Series D preferred dividend requirement - (1.5)
Series E preferred dividend requirement (0.2) -
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Numerator for basic earnings per share -
income (loss) available to common
shareholders $(8.0) $11.8
Effect of dilutive securities:
Series C preferred dividend requirement - 0.6
Additional required ESOP contribution - (0.5)
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Numerator for diluted earnings per share -
income (loss) available to common
shareholders after assumed conversions $(8.0) $11.9
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Denominator:
Denominator for basic earnings per share -
weighted average shares outstanding 40.1 34.7
Effect of dilutive securities:
Dilutive stock options outstanding - 0.2
Nonvested stock - 0.4
Conversion of Series C preferred stock - 1.6
Contingent issuance of common stock to
satisfy Series C redemption price
guarantee - 0.3
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Denominator for dilutive earnings per share
adjusted weighted average after assumed
conversions 40.1 37.2
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Basic earnings (loss) per share $(0.20) $0.34
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Diluted earnings (loss) per share $(0.20) $0.32
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Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
Convertible preferred securities redeemable for 11.2 million shares of common
stock were outstanding during the first quarter of 1998. In addition,
1,030,325.6 shares of Series E Stock approximating 5.2 million shares of common
stock were outstanding during a portion of the first quarter of 1998. The
convertible preferred securities and Series E stock were not included in the
computation of diluted earnings per share for the three months ended March 31,
1998 because the effect would be antidilutive.
Quarterly dividends of $0.12 per common share were declared for both the first
quarters of 1998 and 1997.
Non-cash Transaction
In connection with the Fel-Pro acquisition, the Company issued 1,030,325.6
million shares of Series E Mandatory Exchangeable Preferred Stock (Series E
Stock) with an imputed value of $225 million. The shares of Series E Stock are
exchangeable into shares of the Company's common stock at a rate of five shares
of common stock per share of Series E Stock. The Series E Stock are required to
be exchanged no later than February 24, 1999, subject to certain conditions and
pay quarterly dividends at a rate of $0.12 per common stock equivalent.
Comprehensive Income
During 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Statement No. 130,
Reporting Comprehensive Income. This Statement establishes standards for the
reporting and display of comprehensive income and its components in a full set
of general purpose financial statements. The Company adopted Statement 130 as of
January 1, 1998. The adoption of this Statement had no impact on the Company's
net earnings (loss) or shareholders' equity. Statement 130 requires foreign
currency translation adjustments and unrealized gains or losses on investments
and certain derivative instruments, which prior to the adoption of Statement 130
were reported as a component of shareholders' equity, to be included in other
comprehensive income.
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of the related estimated tax, was $(4.6)
million and $5.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 1998 and 1997,
respectively.
Federal-Mogul Corporation and Subsidiaries
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
March 31, 1998
9. INVENTORIES
At March 31, 1998 and December 31, 1997, inventories consisted of the following
(in millions of dollars):
1998 1997
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Finished products $515.8 $254.6
Work-in-process 84.9 21.8
Raw materials 139.9 15.7
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740.6 292.1
Reserve for inventory valuation (43.1) (15.1)
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$697.5 $277.0
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The significant increase in inventory was primarily due to the previously
described acquisitions in Note 2.
10. INCOME TAXES
During the first quarter of 1998, the Company recognized charges for adjustment
of assets held for sale to fair value and purchased in-process research and
development and recognized a net gain on the British pound currency option and
forward contract. These transactions resulted in a pre-tax net charge of $25.3
million. The net income tax benefit related to these transactions totaled $2.1
million.
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations
OVERVIEW
Federal-Mogul is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of a broad range
of vehicular components for automobiles and light trucks, heavy duty trucks,
farm and construction vehicles and industrial products. Such parts include
powertrain systems components (primarily bearings and piston products), sealing
systems components (dynamic seals and gaskets) and general products (primarily
camshafts, friction products, sintered products and systems protection
products). Federal-Mogul markets its products to many of the world's major
original equipment manufacturers of automobiles, light trucks, heavy duty
trucks, farm and construction vehicles and industrial products. Federal-Mogul
also manufactures and supplies its products and related parts to the
aftermarket. Federal-Mogul operates facilities at over 240 locations in 24
countries.
The following summarizes net sales by manufacturing division, geographic region
and customer group as a percentage of total net sales for the year ended
December 31, 1997, on a pro forma basis.
Manufacturing Division: Geographic Region: Customer Group:
Powertrain Products 40% North America 49% Original Equipment 52%
Sealing Systems 22% Europe 40% Aftermarket 48%
General Products 38% Rest of World 11%
ACQUISITIONS
The Company acquired Fel-Pro, Incorporated and certain affiliated entities,
which constitute the operating businesses of the Fel-Pro group of companies
(Fel-Pro), and acquired T&N plc (T&N) and Bimet S.A. (Bimet) during the first
quarter of 1998. In addition, the Company increased its ownership in the
Summerton, South Carolina gasket business (Summerton) and KFM Bearing Co., Ltd.
(KFM) during the first quarter. Due to the complexity of valuing certain assets
and liabilities acquired and related valuation estimates that are in process,
the purchase allocation may subsequently be adjusted as further information
becomes available. Goodwill recognized in connection with these transactions is
being amortized on a straight-line basis over forty years.
Fel-Pro Transaction
On February 24, 1998, the Company acquired all the equity interests of Fel-Pro,
a privately owned manufacturer headquartered in Skokie, Illinois, for a total
consideration of approximately $717 million, which included 1,030,325.6 shares
of Federal-Mogul Series E Mandatory Exchangeable preferred stock with an imputed
value of $225 million (refer also to Note 8) and approximately $492 million in
cash. The acquisition has been accounted for as a purchase and, accordingly,
the total consideration was allocated to the acquired assets and assumed
liabilities based on estimated fair values as of the acquisition date. The
preliminary purchase price allocation of the total consideration exceeds the
estimated fair value of net assets acquired by $509.3 million which has been
recognized as goodwill.
Fel-Pro is a leading gaskets manufacturer for the North American aftermarket and
OE heavy duty market. In 1997, Fel-Pro had sales of approximately $500 million.
At the time of the acquisition, Fel-Pro's primary product lines consisted of
gaskets, heavy duty diesel engine products, diesel products, high performance
gaskets and other equipment and chemical products. Fel-Pro employed
approximately 2,700 employees in 16 locations. The Company plans to divest Fel-
Pro's chemical manufacturing operations representing approximately $33 million
of Fel-Pro's 1997 net sales (refer to the caption "Acquired Businesses to be
Divested").
The consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended March 31,
1998 includes the operating results of the acquired business, exclusive of the
Fel-Pro chemical business, from the acquisition date.
T&N Transaction
On March 6, 1998, the Company satisfied all regulatory conditions relating to
the acquisition of T&N, a manufacturer based in Manchester, England, and made
its offer wholly unconditional. The Company paid for the outstanding T&N
shares on March 12, 1998.
As of March 31, 1998 the Company has paid total consideration (including direct
costs of the acquisition) of $2.356 billion. The Company also acquired cash of
approximately $222 million and debt of approximately $707 million. In addition,
the Company is required to pay 260 pence per share for certain T&N options
expected to be converted to T&N shares subsequent to March 31, 1998. The Company
has estimated the cost, net of cash to be received, of outstanding T&N options
at March 31, 1998 and included the amount ($60.3 million) as a liability in the
balance sheet caption "Payable to T&N plc shareholders." The acquisition has
been accounted for as a purchase and, accordingly, the total consideration was
allocated to the acquired assets and assumed liabilities based on estimated fair
values as of the acquisition date. The preliminary purchase price allocation of
the total consideration exceeds the estimated fair value of net assets acquired
by $2.035 billion which has been recognized as goodwill.
In connection with the acquisition of T&N, the Company entered into a $2.675
billion floating rate Senior Credit Agreement (consisting of a $2.275 billion
term loan facility and a $400 million revolving loan facility) and a $500
million floating rate Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement, each with Chase
Manhattan Bank as agent and lender.
As of March 31, 1998, the Company had $2.5 billion outstanding related to the
Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement. The Senior
Credit Agreement has maturities ranging from March of 1999 through the year
2005. The Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement matures in March of 1999.
In addition, the Company funded a portion of the T&N acquisition through the
December 1997 sale of 7% Trust Convertible Preferred Securities (generating
gross proceeds of $575 million) by Federal-Mogul Financing Trust, a subsidiary
of the Company.
T&N manufactures and supplies high technology engineered automotive components
and industrial materials. In 1997, T&N had sales of approximately 1.8 billion
pound sterling ($2.9 billion at the 1997 average exchange rate) with about 80%
of such sales relating to the global automotive industry. At the time of its
acquisition, T&N's major product lines consisted of piston products, bearings,
friction products, composites and camshafts (incorporating sintered products)
and sealing products and it was active in both the original equipment and the
aftermarket markets. T&N operated in approximately 200 locations in 24
countries, employed over 28,000 people worldwide and served customers in more
than 150 countries. T&N's assets included technical centers in the U.K., Germany
and North America.
The consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended March 31,
1998 includes the operating results of T&N, exclusive of the T&N Bearings
Business (refer to the caption "Acquired Businesses to be Divested," described
later in this section), from the acquisition date.
Acquired Businesses to be Divested
In connection with securing regulatory approvals for the acquisition of T&N, the
Company executed an Agreement Containing Consent Order with the FTC on February
27, 1998. Pursuant to this agreement the Company must divest the T&N Bearings
Business, consisting of T&N's thinwall and dry bearings (polymer bearings)
operations within six months after the FTC declares the consent order final and
must provide for independent management of those assets pending such
divestiture. The agreement stipulates that the T&N Bearings business is to be
maintained as a viable, independent competitor of the Company and that the
Company shall not attempt to direct the activities of, or exercise control over,
the T&N Bearings business or have contact with the T&N Bearings business outside
of normal business activities.
In addition, the Company is holding the chemical business acquired in the Fel-
Pro transaction for sale. The Company expects to complete the divestiture of
the chemical business within one year.
The net assets of the T&N Bearings Business and chemical business have been
recorded at their fair value based on estimates of selling values less costs to
sell, calculated using multiples of earnings similar to recent comparable
industry transactions. The Company's investment in the T&N Bearings Business
and chemical business is included in the balance sheet caption "Acquired
businesses to be divested." In addition, the Company's preliminary purchase
price allocation for T&N includes an increase of $124 million to adjust the
acquired income tax liability related to the anticipated divestiture of the T&N
Bearings Business.
Operating results for the T&N Bearings and chemical businesses (which includes
amortization expense for goodwill allocated to the businesses and interest
expense relating to the holding costs of the businesses) have been excluded from
the condensed consolidated statement of operations for the three months ended
March 31, 1998.
Summerton, KFM and Bimet Transactions
In February 1998, the Company increased its ownership in Summerton in connection
with the Bruss Divestiture Agreement, described in Note 7. In March 1998, the
Company increased its ownership from 30% to 87% in KFM, a Korean joint venture
formed in 1988 with Kukje Special Metal Co., Ltd. Also in March 1998, the
Company acquired Bimet, a manufacturer of engine bearings, bushings and related
products located in Gdansk, Poland. The total cash consideration paid for the
Summerton, KFM and Bimet acquisitions approximated $32 million.
The Summerton, KFM and Bimet transactions have been accounted for as purchases
and, accordingly, the total consideration was allocated to the acquired assets
and assumed liabilities based on its estimated fair values as of the acquisition
dates. The preliminary purchase price allocation of total consideration over the
estimated fair value of net assets acquired of $16.4 million has been recognized
as goodwill. The consolidated statement of operations for the three months
ended March 31, 1998 includes the operating results of the acquired businesses
from the applicable date of acquisition.
DIVESTITURES
In February 1998, the Company divested its minority interest in G. Bruss GmbH &
Co. KG, a German manufacturer of seals and gaskets. As part of the divestiture
agreement the Company increased its ownership in Summerton. The Company
received net proceeds of approximately $47 million related to the divestiture
agreement and recognized a gain on the divestiture of $4.8 million. The gain on
the divestiture is included as a component of other expense.
In addition, the Company closed or sold certain retail aftermarket operations
during the first quarter of 1998.
ASBESTOS LIABILITY AND LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
T&N Asbestos
As of March 31, 1998, the Company has provided $1.351 billion as its estimate
for future costs related to resolving asbestos claims. In the United States, the
Company's subsidiary, T&N, and two of T&N's U.S. subsidiaries (the T&N
Companies) are among many defendants named in numerous court actions alleging
personal injury resulting from exposure to asbestos or asbestos-containing
products. T&N is also subject to asbestos-disease litigation, to a lesser
extent, in the United Kingdom and to property damage litigation based upon
asbestos in the United States. Because of the slow onset of asbestos-related
diseases, management anticipates that similar claims will be made in the future.
It is not known how many such claims may be made nor the expenditure which may
arise therefrom. T&N has appointed the Center for Claims Resolution (CCR) as its
exclusive representative in relation to all asbestos-related personal injury
claims made against the T&N Companies in the United States.
Prior to its acquisition, T&N secured a 500 million pounds sterling
(approximately $838 million at the March 31, 1998 exchange rate of $1.6758:1
pound sterling) layer of insurance which will be triggered should the aggregate
number of claims notified after June 30, 1996, where the exposure occurred prior
to that date, exceed 690 million pounds sterling (approximately $1,156 million
at the March 31, 1998 exchange rate). At March 31, 1998 the Company has recorded
reserves for incurred but not reported claims up to the insurance level, which
is 690 million pound sterling.
While management believes that estimated reserves, which have not been reduced
by any potential insurance proceeds, are appropriate for anticipated losses
arising from T&N's asbestos related claims, no assurance can be given that T&N
will not be subject to material additional liabilities and significant
additional litigation relating to asbestos. Any such liabilities or litigation
could have a material adverse effect on the Company's results of operations,
business, liquidity and financial condition.
Federal-Mogul and Fel-Pro Asbestos
Federal-Mogul Corporation also is one of a large number of defendants in a
number of lawsuits brought by claimants alleging injury due to exposure to
asbestos. In addition, Fel-Pro has been named as a defendant in approximately
18,000 product liability cases involving asbestos, primarily involving gasket or
packing products sold to ship owners. The Company is defending all such claims
vigorously and believes that it and Fel-Pro have substantial defenses to
liability and adequate insurance coverage for defense and indemnify costs
(though Fel-Pro has agreed with its insurers to pay 20% of defense costs, in
exchange for the right to a significant role in decisions regarding litigation).
While the outcome of litigation can't be predicted with certainty, management
believes that asbestos claims pending against Federal-Mogul Corporation and Fel-
Pro as of March 31, 1998 will not have a material effect on the Company's
financial position. No related reserves, or payments, have been provided, or
paid to date, related to asbestos claims pending against Federal-Mogul
Corporation and Fel-Pro.
Other
The Company is involved in various other legal actions and claims, directly and
through its subsidiaries (including T&N and Fel-Pro). After taking into
consideration legal counsel's evaluation of such actions, management is of the
opinion that its outcomes are not reasonably likely to have a material adverse
affect on the Company's financial position, operating results, or cash flows.
THREE MONTHS ENDED MARCH 31, 1998 COMPARED TO THREE MONTHS ENDED MARCH 31, 1997
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Following the acquisitions of T&N and Fel-Pro, Federal-Mogul's integrated
operations are being reorganized to realize synergies and effectively coordinate
operations. Operations will be conducted through three manufacturing operating
units corresponding to major product areas: Powertrain Systems, Sealing Systems
and General Products. The major product categories in Powertrain Systems
include engine bearings and piston products. Sealing Systems includes dynamic
seals and gaskets. General Products include camshafts, friction products,
sintered products, systems protection products and a number of smaller product
lines. The Worldwide Aftermarket organization is responsible for the Company's
global aftermarket sales, marketing and distribution.
Net Sales
Sales for the first quarter of 1998 were $658.0 million compared to $485.6
million in the same 1997 quarter. The 35.5% increase in net sales is primarily
attributable to the acquisitions of T&N and Fel-Pro the results of which were
included from their respective dates of acquisition. Excluding the impact of
the T&N and Fel-Pro acquisitions and the impact of previously divested retail
aftermarket businesses, net sales decreased 2.3%.
Powertrain Systems sales were $279.0 million for the first quarter of 1998
compared to $209.2 million for the same 1997 quarter. Approximately $84 million
of the 33.4% increase related to sales of T&N. Excluding the acquisition of T&N
and powertrain products previously sold through the divested retail aftermarket
businesses, sales were relatively flat compared to 1997.
Sealing Systems sales were $163.3 million in the first quarter of 1998 compared
to $83.8 million in the first quarter of 1997. Approximately $20 million of the
94.9% increase related to sales of T&N and approximately $52 million related to
sales of Fel-Pro. Excluding the acquisitions of T&N and Fel-Pro and sealing
products previously sold through the divested retail aftermarket businesses,
sales increased 9.7% due to strong heavy duty and industrial sales.
General Products sales were $215.7 million in the first quarter of 1998 compared
to $192.6 million in 1997. Approximately $69 million of the 12.0% increase
related to sales of T&N. Excluding the acquisitions of T&N and general products
previously sold through the divested retail aftermarket businesses, sales
decreased 10.2% primarily due to continuing softness in the North American
aftermarket business.
Cost of Products Sold
Cost of products sold as a percent of net sales decreased to 75.5% for the first
quarter of 1998 from 76.9% for the same 1997 quarter. Excluding the effect of a
$10.9 million charge in the first quarter of 1998 associated with the purchase
accounting write-up of acquired inventory to fair value and the subsequent sale
of this inventory at the higher cost, as well as a $3.5 million write-down of
inventory associated with the Puerto Rico retail aftermarket to be divested,
cost of products sold as a percent of sales decreased to 73.3%. Management
attributes this decrease to productivity improvements, cost controls,
streamlined operations, the divestiture of underperforming assets and the
acquisitions previously discussed.
Selling , General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses as percent of net sales
decreased to 14.9% for the first quarter of 1998 compared to 15.6% for the first
quarter of 1997. The decrease is primarily attributable to the benefits of prior
restructuring actions and the divestiture of retail aftermarket businesses,
slightly offset by a $1.1 million charge related to Year 2000 costs.
Amortization Expense
Amortization expense in the first quarter of 1998 was $10.1 million compared to
$2.5 million for the first quarter of 1997. The increase in amortization expense
was attributable to the expense related to the increase in goodwill and other
intangible assets associated with the T&N and Fel-Pro acquisitions.
Purchased In-Process Research and Development Charge
The Company recognized an $18.6 million charge in the first quarter of 1998
associated with the estimated fair value of in-process research and development
costs allocated in purchase accounting to a portion of the total consideration
paid.
Restructuring Charges
During the first quarter of 1998, the Company recognized a $10.5 million
restructuring charge related to operations in place prior to the acquisitions of
T&N and Fel-Pro. The restructuring charge included $10.2 million and $0.3
million for severance and exit costs, respectively. Employee severance costs
result from planned terminations in various business operations of the Company.
The severance costs were based on the estimated levels that will be paid to the
affected employees pursuant to the Company's workforce reduction policies and
certain foreign governmental regulations. The Company anticipates that the
actions related to the first quarter 1998 restructuring plan will be completed
primarily within one year.
Rationalization of Acquired Businesses
In connection with the previously discussed acquisitions, the Company recognized
approximately $151 million in reserves related to the rationalization and
integration of acquired businesses. The rationalization reserves provide for
approximately $125 million and $26 million in severance and exit costs,
respectively.
The components of the integration plan include: closure of four manufacturing
facilities worldwide; relocation of highly manual manufacturing product lines to
lower cost regions or more suitable locations; consolidation of overlapping
manufacturing, technical and sales facilities and joint ventures; closure of two
aftermarket central warehouses and five in-country warehouses; consolidation of
aftermarket marketing and customer support functions; and streamlining of
administrative, sales, marketing and product engineering staffs worldwide. An
anticipated result of the integration plan and the restructuring will be a
reduction of approximately 4,200 full-time employees.
In addition to the $10.5 restructuring charge and the $151 million
rationalization reserve, the Company expects to incur additional expenses of
approximately $43 million necessary to complete the integration of the acquired
companies. The anticipated annual synergy associated with the restructuring,
rationalization and integration is expected to be moderately in excess of these
costs in the year 2000.
Adjustment of Assets Held for Sale to Fair Value
In addition to the T&N Bearings Business and chemical businesses held for sale,
during the first quarter of 1998, the Company decided to sell its subsidiary,
Bertolotti Pietro e Figli, S.r.l. (Bertolotti), conducting aftermarket
operations in Italy. The carrying value of Bertolotti's assets have been
reduced to its fair value based on estimates of selling values less costs to
sell, calculated using multiples of earnings similar to recent automotive
industry transactions in Italy. The Company recognized a $20.0 million first
quarter charge primarily associated with the write-down of Bertolotti's assets
to the estimated fair value. The Company expects to complete the sale of
Bertolotti within one year.
As part of its 1996 restructuring plan, the Company continued to close or sell
certain retail aftermarket operations during the first quarter of 1998. As of
March 31, 1998, retail aftermarket operations that continue to be held for sale
include those in Puerto Rico. Net cash proceeds received for those retail
aftermarket locations sold in the first quarter approximated $2 million. No
gain or loss was recognized on the dispositions of those retail aftermarket
locations, as the related assets had been previously adjusted to fair value.
Interest Expense
Interest expense in the first quarter of 1998 was $15.5 million compared to $9.8
million for the first quarter of 1997. The increase in interest expense is
attributable to the interest expense related to the financing of the T&N and
Fel-Pro acquisitions slightly offset by reduced preacquisition debt levels as
compared to the first quarter of 1997.
Net Gain on British Pound Currency Option and Forward Contract
In the fourth quarter of 1997, in anticipation of the then pending T&N
acquisition, the Company purchased a British pound currency option for $28.1
million with a notional amount of $2.5 billion. In January 1998, the Company
settled the option and recognized a loss of $17.3 million.
Also in January 1998, in anticipation of the then pending T&N acquisition, the
Company entered into a forward contract to purchase 1.5 billion pounds sterling
for a notional amount of approximately $2.45 billion. As a result of favorable
exchange fluctuations in the British pound/U.S. dollar exchange rate experienced
during the contract period, the Company recognized a $30.6 million gain.
The Company entered into the above transactions to effectively serve as economic
hedges for the purchase of T&N. Such transactions, however, do not qualify for
"hedge accounting" under U.S. GAAP, and therefore the loss on the British pound
currency option and the gain on the British pound forward contract are reflected
in the statement of operations caption "Net gain on British pound currency
option and forward contract."
Income Tax Expense
During the first quarter of 1998, the Company recognized charges for adjustment
of assets held for sale to fair value and purchased research and development and
recognized a net gain on the British pound currency option and forward contract.
These transactions resulted in a pre-tax net charge of $25.3 million. The net
income tax benefit related to these transactions totaled $2.1 million.
Pro Forma Results
The following unaudited pro forma financial information for the three months
ended March 31, 1998 and 1997 assume the T&N and Fel-Pro acquisitions occurred
as of the beginning of the respective periods, after giving effect to certain
adjustments, including the amortization of intangible assets, interest expense
on acquisition debt, divestitures of the T&N Bearing business and Fel-Pro
chemical business and income tax effects. The pro forma results (in millions of
dollars, except per share data) have been prepared for comparative purposes only
and are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations which may occur
in the future or that would have occurred had the acquisitions of T&N and Fel-
Pro been consummated on the dates indicated, nor are they necessarily indicative
of the Company's future results of operations.
Unaudited Pro Forma Financial Information
Three Months Ended March 31,
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1998 1997
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Net sales $1,193.6 $1,247.9
Net loss $ (16.5) $ (7.0)
Loss per share $ (0.44) $ (0.28)
Loss per share assuming dilution $ (0.44) $ (0.28)
The unaudited proforma financial information for the three months ended March
31, 1998 include charges for adjustment of assets held for sale to fair value,
restructuring, the effects of the previously described purchase accounting
write-up of acquired inventory to fair value and writedown of inventory
associated with the Puerto Rico retail aftermarket business to be divested, and
certain other charges. Also included in the 1998 unaudited pro forma financial
information were the recognized net gain on the British pound currency option
and forward contract and the gain on the Bruss divestiture. The net after tax
effect of these transactions was a charge of approximately $19 million ($.48 per
diluted share).
The $18.6 million charge for purchased in-process research and development has
been excluded from the 1998 unaudited pro form financial information.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
Cash Flow Provided from Operating Activities
Cash flow provided from operating activities was $82.7 million for the first
quarter of 1998. Cash flow was generated primarily from a decrease in
inventories of $36.8 million and net earnings adjusted for the non-cash charges
of depreciation and amortization, purchased in-process research and development,
restructuring and adjustment of assets held for sale to fair value. Partially
offsetting these items was an increase in accounts receivable of $57.1 million.
Cash Flow used by Investing Activities
Cash flow used by investing activities was $2,586.5 million and was primarily
related to the acquisitions of T&N, Fel-Pro, Bimet and the increase in ownership
of Summerton and KFM partially reduced by the sale of the Company's interest in
G. Bruss GmbH & Co. KG. Partially offsetting the acquisitions, the Company
received proceeds from the sale of options which were acquired with the
acquisition of T&N. In addition, capital expenditures of $19.5 million were made
for property, plant and equipment to implement process improvements, information
technology and new product introductions. Capital expenditures are anticipated
to be approximately $235 million in 1998, primarily for enhanced manufacturing
capabilities and process improvements.
Cash Flow Provided from Financing Activities
Cash flow provided from financing activities was $2,063.9 million for the first
quarter of 1998 primarily from the increase in debt related to the acquisitions
of T&N and Fel-Pro detailed below, partially offset by the related debt issuance
fees of $33.3 million.
On April 17, 1998, in connection with the Company's efforts to put into place a
permanent capital structure with an appropriate combination of debt and equity
to partially replace the Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit
Agreement debt, the Company filed a registration statement with the Securities
and Exchange Commission for the offering from time to time of up to an aggregate
$2.5 billion of debt or equity securities (including shares of common stock
registered for the account of certain securityholders). On May 14, 1998 the
Company filed an amendment to such registration statement relating to a proposed
offering of 9,712,093 shares of common stock by the Company (exclusive of
1,287,907 shares of common stock for the account of certain securityholders).
The net proceeds to the Company of such offering of common stock are expected to
be used to repay certain existing indebtedness.
The Company is also evaluating the possibility of issuing debt securities
pursuant to such registration statement, all or a significant portion of the net
proceeds, of which the Company would use to refinance certain additional
indebtedness of the Company. There can be no assurance that any such offering of
common stock or debt securities will be consummated.
The accelerated payment, if any, of certain portions of the Senior Credit
Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit Agreement debt would result in a
significant extraordinary charge due to the write-off of the issuance costs
associated with the early retirement of debt. The total unamortized issuance
costs related to the Senior Credit Agreement and Senior Subordinated Credit
Agreement was approximately $56 million at March 31, 1998.
In connection with the Fel-Pro acquisition the Company paid approximately $492
million cash which was provided through an existing revolving credit facility
and three short-term loans and issued 1,030,325.6 shares of Federal-Mogul Series
E Mandatory Exchangeable preferred stock with an imputed value of $225 million.
The shares of Series E Stock are exchangeable into shares of the Company's
common stock at a rate of five shares of common stock per share of Series E
Stock and pay dividends of $.12 per quarter per common stock equivalent. The
Series E Stock are required to be exchanged no later than February 24, 1999,
subject to certain conditions.
The Company believes that cash flow from operations, together with borrowings
available under the Company's revolving credit facility, will continue to be
sufficient to meet its ongoing working capital requirements.
Foreign Currency and Commodity Contracts
The financial condition and results of operations of certain of the Company's
operating entities are reported in various foreign currencies (principally
pounds sterling, German marks, and to a lesser extent South African rand and
French francs, among others) and then translated into U.S. dollars at the
applicable exchange rate for inclusion in the Company's financial statements.
As a result, the appreciation of the dollar against these foreign currencies
will have a negative impact on the reported sales and operating margin of T&N
and other subsidiaries as consolidated into the Company. Conversely, the
depreciation of the dollar against these foreign currencies will have a positive
impact.
In addition, the Company incurs currency transaction risk whenever it or one of
its foreign subsidiaries enters into either a purchase or sales transaction
using a different currency than the relevant entity's functional currency.
Currency transaction risk is reduced by matching revenues and costs with the
same currency. Given the volatility of currency exchange rates, there can be no
assurance that the Company will be able to effectively manage its currency
transaction risks or that any volatility in currency exchange rates will not
have a material adverse effect on the Company's financial condition or results
of operations.
OTHER MATTERS
New Dividend Policy
Dividends on the capital stock of the Company are payable at the discretion of
the Company's Board of Directors. Historically, quarterly dividends had been 12
cents per share. The Board of Directors has recently reduced the quarterly
dividend and has declared a cash dividend payable in the second quarter of 1998
in the amount of one-quarter cent per share of common stock. The Company,
consistent with its growth strategy, presently intends to retain future earnings
in the business and therefore anticipates paying dividends at a comparable level
in the foreseeable future.
Effect of Accounting Pronouncements
In 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Statement No. 130,
("SFAS No. 130") "Reporting Comprehensive Income". SFAS No. 130 establishes
standards for the reporting and display of comprehensive income and its
components in a full set of general purpose financial statements. The Company
adopted Statement 130 as of January 1, 1998. The adoption of this statement had
no impact on Federal Mogul's net earnings (loss) or shareholders' equity. SFAS
No. 130 requires foreign currency translation adjustments and unrealized gains
or losses on investments and derivative instruments to be included in other
comprehensive income. Prior to the adoption of SFAS No. 130 these items were
reported as a component of shareholders' equity.
Total comprehensive income (loss), net of the related estimated tax, was $(4.6)
million and $5.3 million for the three months ended March 31, 1998 and 1997,
respectively.
Subsequent Event
In April 1998, the Company retired $251 million in private placement debt
assumed in connection with the acquisition of T&N. The early retirement of the
debt required a make whole payment of approximately $27 million, which will be
recognized in the second quarter of 1998 as an extraordinary loss of
approximately $19 million, net of the related tax benefit.
PART II - OTHER INFORMATION
Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form
(a) Exhibits:
(b) Reports on Form 8-K:
On January 12, 1998, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K to
report its agreement to purchase Fel-Pro Incorporated.
On March 11, 1998, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K to
report the completion of its acquisition of Fel-Pro Incorporated.
On March 23, 1998, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K to
report that all conditions relating to its acquisition of the outstanding
stock of T&N plc had either been waived or satisfied.
On April 7, 1998, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K/A to
amend and restate Item 7 of its Current Reports on Form 8-K dated March
11, 1998 and March 23, 1998.
On April 17, 1998, the Company filed a Current Report on Form 8-K to file
the audited consolidated financial statements of Felt Products Mfg. Co.
and Subsidiaries.
SIGNATURE
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.
FEDERAL-MOGUL CORPORATION
By: /s/ Thomas W. Ryan
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Thomas W. Ryan
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
By: /s/ Kenneth P. Slaby
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Kenneth P. Slaby
Vice President and Controller,
Chief Accounting Officer
Dated: May 14, 1998