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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, DC 20549
FORM 10-Q
[X] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE
ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JULY 4, 1998 OR
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER:
CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in charter)
MASSACHUSETTS 13-3912933
(State or other jurisdiction of (IRS Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)
1590 ADAMSON PARKWAY, SUITE 400
MORROW, GEORGIA 30260
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(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
(770) 961-8722
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(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by Section 13 or 15 (d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ]
Applicable only to corporate issuers:
As of August 18, 1998, there were 752,808 shares of Class A Common Stock,
220,415 Class C Common Stock and 5,000 shares of Class D Common Stock
outstanding.
FORM 10-Q
CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
INDEX
PART I. Financial Information Page
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Item 1. Financial Statements
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of July 4,
1998 (unaudited) and January 3, 1998 3
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
for the three-month periods ended July 4, 1998 and
June 28, 1997 4
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
for the six-month periods ended July 4, 1998 and June 28,
1997 5
Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
for the six-month periods ended July 4, 1998 and June 28,
1997 6
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements
(unaudited) 7
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition
and Results of Operations 10
PART II. Other Information 14
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
July 4, January 3,
1998 1998
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ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 3,306 $ 4,259
Accounts receivable, net 32,125 30,134
Inventories 115,763 87,639
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 2,343 3,390
Deferred income taxes 13,497 13,630
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Total current assets 167,034 139,052
Property, plant and equipment, net 53,254 53,011
Tradename, net 95,833 97,083
Cost in excess of fair value of net assets acquired, net 30,964 31,445
Deferred debt issuance costs, net 9,175 9,926
Other assets 3,423 4,048
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Total assets $359,683 $334,565
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt $ 900 $ 900
Accounts payable 18,932 14,582
Other current liabilities 29,909 35,196
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Total current liabilities 49,741 50,678
Long-term debt 206,350 176,200
Deferred income taxes 39,294 39,777
Other long-term liabilities 9,990 9,990
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Total liabilities 305,375 276,645
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Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders' equity:
Class A Stock, nonvoting; par value $.01 per share; 775,000
shares authorized; 752,808 shares issued and outstanding;
liquidation value of $.001 per share 45,168 45,168
Class C Stock, nonvoting; par value $.01 per share; 500,000
shares authorized; 242,192 shares issued; liquidation value
of $.001 per share 14,532 14,532
Class C Treasury Stock, 21,777 shares at cost at July 4,
1998, 19,709 shares at cost at January 3, 1998. (1,307) (1,183)
Class D Stock, voting; par value $.01 per share; 5,000 shares
authorized, issued and outstanding. 300 300
Common Stock, voting; par value $.01 per share; 1,280,000
shares authorized; none issued or outstanding -- --
Accumulated deficit (4,385) (897)
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Total stockholders' equity 54,308 57,920
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Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $359,683 $334,565
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See accompanying notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
Three-month period ended
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July 4, June 28,
1998 1997
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Net sales $87,784 $72,517
Costs of goods sold 56,352 44,513
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Gross profit 31,432 28,004
Selling, general and administrative expenses 28,364 25,843
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Operating income 3,068 2,161
Interest expense 5,316 4,999
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Loss before benefit from income taxes (2,248) (2,838)
Benefit from income taxes 732 1,392
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Net loss $(1,516) $(1,446)
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See accompanying notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
Six-month period ended
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July 4, June 28,
1998 1997
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Net sales $172,928 $147,718
Costs of goods sold 110,861 92,322
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Gross profit 62,067 55,396
Selling, general and administrative expenses 57,739 52,225
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Operating income 4,328 3,171
Interest expense 10,448 9,680
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Loss before benefit from income taxes (6,120) (6,509)
Benefit from income taxes 2,632 3,187
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Net loss $ (3,488) $ (3,322)
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See accompanying notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(dollars in thousands)
(unaudited)
Six-month period ended
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July 4, June 28,
1998 1997
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss $ (3,488) $ (3,322)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net
cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 8,349 7,512
Deferred tax benefit (350) (1,527)
Effect of changes in operating assets
and liabilities:
(Increase) decrease in current assets:
Accounts receivable (1,991) (5,897)
Inventories (28,124) (18,927)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 999 3,599
Increase (decrease) in liabilities:
Accounts payable 4,350 7,619
Other liabilities (3,461) (3,155)
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Net cash used in operating activities (23,716) (14,098)
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (5,457) (5,449)
Proceeds from sale of fixed assets 20 13
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Net cash used in investing activities (5,437) (5,436)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from revolving line of credit 71,250 52,500
Payments of revolving line of credit (40,650) (31,500)
Payment of other debt (450) -
Proceeds from sale of Class C Treasury Stock 60 -
Repurchase of capital stock (184) -
Payment of financing costs - (650)
Other (1,826) -
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Net cash provided by financing activities 28,200 20,350
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Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents (953) 816
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 4,259 1,961
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Cash and cash equivalents, end of period $ 3,306 $ 2,777
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See accompanying notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
NOTE 1 - BASIS OF PREPARATION:
In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed
consolidated financial statements of Carter Holdings, Inc. and its subsidiaries
(the "Company") contain all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring
adjustments) necessary to present fairly the financial position of the Company
as of July 4, 1998, the results of its operations for the three-month and
six-month periods ended July 4, 1998 and June 28, 1997, and cash flows for the
six-month periods ended July 4, 1998 and June 28, 1997. Operating results for
the three-month and six-month periods ended July 4, 1998 are not necessarily
indicative of the results that may be expected for the fiscal year ending
January 2, 1999. The accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheet of the
Company as of January 3, 1998 has been derived from the audited consolidated
financial statements included in the Company's July 15, 1998 registration
statement on Form S-4.
Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial
statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
have been condensed or omitted pursuant to the rules and regulations of the
Securities and Exchange Commission and the instructions to Form 10-Q. The
accounting policies followed by the Company are set forth in its July 15, 1998
registration statement on Form S-4 in the Notes to the Company's consolidated
financial statements for the fiscal year ended January 3, 1998.
NOTE 2 - THE COMPANY:
Carter Holdings, Inc. is a holding company whose primary asset consists of
an investment in 100% of the outstanding capital stock of The William Carter
Company, Inc ("Carter's").
The Company is a manufacturer and marketer of premier branded childrenswear
under the CARTER'S, CARTER'S CLASSICS and BABY DIOR labels. The Company
manufactures its products in plants located in the southern United States, Costa
Rica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico. Products are manufactured for wholesale
distribution to major domestic retailers, and for the Company's 142 retail
outlet stores that market its brand name merchandise and certain products
manufactured by other companies. The retail operations represented approximately
40% and 41% of consolidated net sales in the second quarter and first half of
fiscal 1998, respectively (41% and 38% in the second quarter and first half of
fiscal 1997, respectively).
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
NOTE 3 - INVENTORIES:
Inventories consisted of the following ($000):
July 4, January 3,
1998 1998
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Finished goods $ 76,577 $50,026
Work in process 26,671 24,069
Raw materials 12,515 13,544
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Total $115,763 $87,639
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NOTE 4 - LONG TERM DEBT:
In June 1998, Carter's amended its Senior Credit Facility to benefit from
favorable changes in the interest rate environment and to support higher levels
of demand for the Company's products. The applicable interest margins for loans
which accrue interest at the Eurodollar Rate were adjusted from 2.50% to 2.25%
for the revolving credit facility and from 3.00% to 2.50% for the term loan.
The amendment provides for additional reductions in the interest margin based on
the achievement of certain leverage ratios. To support peak working capital
requirements in the second quarter, the revolving credit facility was increased
from $50.0 million to $65.0 million and the letter of credit sublimit increased
from $10.0 million to $15.0 million.
In April of 1998, the Company filed a registration statement on Form S-4
with the Securities and Exchange Commission related to an Exchange Offer for
$20.0 million of 12% Senior Subordinated Notes for a like amount of the 12%
Senior Subordinated Notes issued in the October 1996 private placement. This
registration statement became effective July 15, 1998.
NOTE 5 - TREASURY STOCK TRANSACTIONS:
The Company repurchased 779 shares and 3,068 shares of its Class C stock
owned by former employees of Carter's for cash payments totaling
approximately $47,000 and $184,000 in the three-month and the six-month periods
ended July 4, 1998, respectively. The Company issued 1,000 Shares of Class C
stocks from shares repurchased for $60.00 per share to an employee of
Carter's in the six-month period ended July 4, 1998.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
NOTE 6 - ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS:
The Company has been named as a third-party defendant in an action
involving environmental claims relating to property located near its previously
owned facility in Needham, Massachusetts. This case is in the early stages of
discovery and management intends to aggressively defend its position that it has
no liability in this matter. In 1998, the Company commenced a review in Lamar
County, Georgia of a potential claim under Georgia's environmental laws. Based
on the information available at this time, the ultimate outcome of these matters
is uncertain and, therefore, the Company is unable to determine the amount of
its liability or assess whether the resolution of these matters will have a
material adverse effect on its results of operations or financial condition.
Accordingly, no provision for any liability has been made in the accompanying
financial statements.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
THE FOLLOWING MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS CONTAINS FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS WHICH INVOLVE
RISKS AND UNCERTAINTIES. THE COMPANY'S ACTUAL RESULTS COULD DIFFER MATERIALLY
FROM THOSE ANTICIPATED IN THESE FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS. THE COMPANY
UNDERTAKES NO OBLIGATION TO RELEASE PUBLICLY ANY REVISIONS TO THESE
FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS TO REFLECT EVENTS OR CIRCUMSTANCES AFTER THE DATE
HEREOF OR TO REFLECT THE OCCURRENCE OF ANTICIPATED OR UNANTICIPATED EVENTS.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
SIX-MONTH PERIOD ENDED JULY 4, 1998 COMPARED WITH SIX-MONTH PERIOD ENDED
JUNE 28, 1997
Consolidated net sales for the second quarter of 1998 were $87.8 million,
an increase of $15.3 million (21.1%) compared with the second quarter of 1997.
Consolidated net sales for the first half of 1998 were $172.9 million, an
increase of $25.2 million (17.1%) compared with the first half of 1997.
The Company's wholesale sales increased $8.4 million (20.2%) to
approximately $50.1 million in the second quarter of 1998 from $41.7 million in
the second quarter of 1997. This increase in wholesale sales can be attributed
to an earlier demand for the Company's seasonal goods and the achievement of a
better inventory position relative to the same period in the prior year.
Wholesale sales in the first half of 1998 increased $13.9 million (15.7%)
to approximately $101.7 million from $87.8 million in the first half of 1997.
The increase in wholesale sales was due primarily to the new product line
introductions, which include Special Delivery, Baby Basics, Dreamakers and
Another Bundle of JOY (acronym for "Just One Year"), a total nursery concept
focused on apparel and related accessories for a child's first year of life.
The Company's retail outlet store sales in the second quarter of 1998 were
$37.7 million, an increase of $8.2 million (27.6%) compared with the second
quarter of 1997. Comparable store sales increased 21.2% in the second quarter of
1998 compared with the second quarter of 1997. The Company opened four stores
and closed one store in the second quarter of 1998. In the first half of 1998,
the Company opened five stores and closed one store. There were 142 stores in
operation at July 4, 1998 compared with 139 stores at June 28, 1997.
Retail sales in the first half of 1998 were $71.3 million, an increase of
$14.7 million (25.9%) compared with the first half of 1997. Comparable store
sales increased 18.0% in the first half of 1998. These increases are attributed
to the successful implementation of a new marketing strategy. This strategy was
designed to clearly communicate the value of Carter's products sold through the
outlet stores relative to comparable values offered elsewhere. Improvements in
the merchandise planning and allocation process, a more impactful and
coordinated visual display of merchandise, and a commitment to improve the
quality of customer service, contributed to the increase in retail sales in the
first half of 1998.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
The Company's gross profit increased $3.4 million (12.2%) to $31.4
million in the second quarter of 1998 compared with the second quarter of
1997. In the first half of 1998, gross profit increased $6.7 million (12.0%)
to $62.1 million compared with the first half of 1997. The improvement in
gross profit reflects the benefit derived from the growth in wholesale sales
in the "baby" product category, including the new JOY program, and growth in
retail store sales. In the second quarter of 1998, gross profit as a
percentage of net sales decreased to 35.8% of net sales compared with 38.6%
in the second quarter of 1997. Gross profit as a percentage of net sales in
the first half of 1998 decreased to 35.9% compared to 37.5% in the first half
of 1997. This decrease in gross margin as a percentage of net sales reflects
the impact of start-up costs incurred in the development of the Company's
sewing operations in Mexico. Such start-up costs are comprised of
manufacturing direct labor and facility costs not yet absorbed in inventory
due to the low level of production during the development stage. Gross
profit as a percentage of net sales is expected to improve in the second half
of 1998.
Selling, general and administrative expenses for the second quarter of
1998 increased $2.5 million (9.8%) to $28.4 million compared with the second
quarter of 1997. As a percentage of net sales, such expenses decreased to 32.3%
in the second quarter of 1998 compared to 35.6% in the second quarter of 1997.
Similarly, while these expenses for the first half of 1998 increased $5.5
million (10.6%) to $57.7 million compared with the first half of 1997, expenses
as a percentage of net sales decreased to 33.4% in the first half of 1998
compared to 35.4% in the first half of 1997. The increase in total selling,
general and administrative expenses reflects the costs associated with the new
retail management team engaged in 1997 and freight and distribution costs
incurred to support the increase in sales. The improvement in selling,
general and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales reflects the
benefit from comparable store sales increases achieved by the Company's retail
outlet stores and lower retail store expenses relative to sales resulting from
cost controls implemented in store operations.
Operating income for the second quarter of 1998 increased to $0.9 million
(41.9%) to $3.1 million compared with the second quarter of 1997. Operating
income in the first half of 1998 increased $1.2 million (36.5%) to $4.3 million
compared with the first half of 1997. This increase reflects the changes in
gross profit and selling, general and administration expenses described above.
Interest expense for the second quarter of 1998 increased to $5.3 million
compared with $5.0 million in the second quarter of 1997. In the first half of
1998, interest expense was $10.4 million compared with $9.7 million in the first
half of 1997. This increase reflects the cost of higher average revolver
borrowings for working capital requirements in the first half of 1998 needed to
support an increased level of demand for Carter's products. Average revolver
borrowings during the first half of 1998 were $19.2 million compared to $6.1
million in the first half of 1997. At July 4, 1998, outstanding debt aggregated
$207.3 million compared to $186.0 million at June 28, 1997.
The Company recorded an income tax benefit of $0.7 million in the second
quarter of 1998 compared with an income tax benefit of $1.4 million in the
second quarter of 1997. The first half 1998 tax benefit was $2.6 million
compared with $3.2 million in the first half of 1997. The Company's effective
tax rate was approximately 43.0% during the first half of 1998, an estimated tax
rate lower than the first half of 1997, due primarily to higher projected pretax
income for 1998.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
As a result of the factors described above, the Company reported a net loss
of approximately $1.5 million in the second quarter of 1998 and $1.4 million in
the second quarter of 1997. The net loss in the first half of 1998 was $3.5
million compared with $3.3 million in the first half of 1997.
FINANCIAL CONDITION, CAPITAL RESOURCES AND LIQUIDITY
The Company has financed its working capital, capital expenditures and debt
service requirements primarily through internally generated cash flow, in
addition to funds borrowed under the Company's revolving credit facility.
Net accounts receivable at July 4, 1998 were $32.1 million compared with
$25.2 million at June 28, 1997. This increase reflects the higher levels of
wholesale revenues in the second quarter of 1998 as compared to the second
quarter of 1997. Due to the seasonal nature of the Company's operations, the
net accounts receivable balance at July 4, 1998 is not comparable with the net
accounts receivable balance at January 3, 1998.
Inventories at July 4, 1998 were $115.8 million compared with $95.5 million
at June 28, 1997. This increase reflects the growth in inventory required to
support higher levels of sales demands. Inventory turnover in 1998 has improved
relative to 1997. Due to the seasonal nature of the Company's operations, the
net inventory balance at July 4, 1998 is not comparable with the net inventory
balance at January 3, 1998.
Net cash flows used in operating activities increased $9.6 million to
$23.7 million for the six month period ended July 4, 1998 from $14.1 million in
the six-month period ended June 28, 1997. This increase can be attributed to
the increase in inventory levels in fiscal 1998, financed primarily through
revolver borrowings under the Senior Credit Facility.
At July 4, 1998, the Company had $207.3 million of debt outstanding,
consisting of $100.0 million of
10 3/8% Series A Senior Subordinated Notes, $20.0 million of 12% Senior
Subordinated Notes, $43.7 million in term loan borrowings and $43.6 million in
revolver borrowings under the Senior Credit Facility, exclusive of approximately
$4.9 million of outstanding letters of credit. At July 4, 1998, the Company had
approximately $16.5 million of financing available under the revolving credit
portion of the Senior Credit Facility.
The Company invested $5.4 million in capital expenditures during the first
half of 1998 and 1997. The Company plans to invest a total of approximately
$20.0 million in capital expenditures in 1998.
The Company believes that cash generated from operations, together with
availability under the revolving portion of the Senior Credit Facility, will be
adequate to meet its debt service requirements, capital expenditures and working
capital needs for the foreseeable future, although no assurance can be given in
this regard.
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ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (CONTINUED)
EFFECTS OF INFLATION
The Company is affected by inflation primarily through the purchase of raw
material, increased operating costs and expenses, and higher interest rates. The
effects of inflation on the Company's operations have not been material in
recent years.
SEASONALITY
The Company experiences seasonal fluctuations in its sales and
profitability, with generally lower sales and gross profit in the first and
second quarters of its fiscal year. The Company believes that seasonality of
sales and profitability is a factor that affects the baby and children's apparel
industry generally and is primarily due to retailers' emphasis on Fall and
Holiday sales, including back to school promotions, which results in higher
sales and profitability in the third and fourth quarters. Accordingly, the
results of operations for the three-month and six-month periods ended July 4,
1998 are not indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.
YEAR 2000
The potential for software processing errors arising from calculations
using the Year 2000 date are a known risk. The Company is currently evaluating
its financial and operating systems capabilities to ensure such systems and
related processes are not adversely affected by conversion of system dates to
Year 2000. The Company is also communicating with its strategic suppliers and
financial institutions to determine whether their information systems will
comply with Year 2000 requirements and not disrupt transactions with the
Company. The Company has established a task force to address Year 2000
requirements and to determine cost of compliance. The assessment of Year 2000
requirements is an ongoing process. Accordingly, while the ultimate costs to
comply with such requirements have not been fully determined, the expenditures
are not expected to be material to the Company's business operations or
financial condition. The Company expects to be Year 2000 ready in the first
half of 1999.
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CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
PART II - OTHER INFORMATION:
ITEM 1. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
The Company is a party to various legal proceedings arising out of the ordinary
course of its business. Management believes that none of these actions,
individually or in the aggregate, will have a material adverse effect on the
results of operations or financial condition of the Company.
ITEM 2. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
(a) Exhibits
EXHIBIT
NUMBER DESCRIPTION OF EXHIBITS
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2 Agreement of Merger between TWCC Acquisition Corp. and Carter's, dated
September 18, 1996. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2 filed with
Carter's Registration Statement Form S-4) (file #333-22155 dated
February 21, 1997)
3.1 Articles of Organization of Holdings.
3.2 By-laws of Holdings.
3.3 Certificate of Designation relating to the Preferred Stock of
Holdings, dated October 30, 1996.
4.1 Indenture between Holdings and State Street Bank and Trust Company, as
Trustee, dated as of March 25, 1997.
4.2 Exchange and Registration Rights Agreement between Holdings and BT
Securities Corporation, dated March 25, 1997.
4.3 Letter of Transmittal.
10.9 Amendment to the Senior Credit Facility dated June 22, 1998 among the
Company, certain lenders and The Chase Manhattan Bank, as
administrative agent. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.9 filed
with Carter's Form 10-Q dated August 18, 1998.)
*27 Financial Data Schedule
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* Filed herewith
b) Reports on Form 8-K
No report was filed by the Registrant during the quarter ended July 4,
1998.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934,
the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
CARTER HOLDINGS, INC.
Date: August 18, 1998 /s/ FREDERICK J. ROWAN, II
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Frederick J. Rowan, II
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Date: August 18, 1998 /s/ MICHAEL D. CASEY
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Michael D. Casey
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
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