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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D. C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended July 31, 2005
Commission File No. 0-12781
CULP, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
NORTH CAROLINA 56-1001967
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or other organization)
101 S. Main St., High Point, North Carolina 27261-2686
(Address of principal executive offices) (zip code)
(336) 889-5161 (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 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the
preceding 12 months and (2) has been subject to the filing requirements for at
least the past 90 days.
YES [X] NO [_]
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as
defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).
YES [X] NO [_]
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each issuer's classes of common
stock, as of the latest practical date:
Common shares outstanding at July 31, 2005: 11,551,509
Par Value: $.05
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INDEX TO FORM 10-Q
For the period ended July 31, 2005
Part I - Financial Statements. Page
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Item 1. Unaudited Interim Consolidated Financial Statements:
Consolidated Statements of Net Loss--Three Months
Ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004 I-1
Consolidated Balance Sheets--July 31, 2005,
August 1, 2004 and May 1, 2005 I-2
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows--Three Months Ended I-3
July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity I-4
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements I-5
Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations I-16
Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About
Market Risk I-26
Item 4. Controls and Procedures I-26
Part II - Other Information
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Item 6. Exhibits II-1
Signatures II-2
Item 1: Financial Statements
CULP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF NET LOSS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JULY 31, 2005 AND AUGUST 1, 2004
UNAUDITED
(Amounts in Thousands, Except for Per Share Data)
THREE MONTHS ENDED
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Amounts Percent of Sales
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July 31, August 1, % Over July 31, August 1,
2005 2004 (Under) 2005 2004
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Net sales $ 62,340 67,849 (8.1)% 100.0 % 100.0 %
Cost of sales 55,785 59,174 (5.7)% 89.5 % 87.2 %
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Gross profit 6,555 8,675 (24.4)% 10.5 % 12.8 %
Selling, general and
administrative expenses 9,856 9,280 6.2 % 15.8 % 13.7 %
Restructuring expense (credit) 1,826 (138) (1,423.2)% 2.9 % (0.2)%
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Loss from operations (5,127) (467) (997.9)% (8.2)% (0.7)%
Interest expense 948 940 0.9 % 1.5 % 1.4 %
Interest income (16) (27) (40.7)% (0.0)% (0.0)%
Other expense 133 214 (37.9)% 0.2 % 0.3 %
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Loss before income taxes (6,192) (1,594) (288.5)% (9.9)% (2.3)%
Income taxes * (2,251) (542) 315.3 % 36.4 % 34.0 %
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Net loss $ (3,941) (1,052) (274.6)% (6.3)% (1.6)%
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Net loss per share, basic $ (0.34) (0.09) (277.8)%
Net loss per share, diluted $ (0.34) (0.09) (277.8)%
Average shares outstanding, basic 11,551 11,547 0.0 %
Average shares outstanding, diluted 11,551 11,547 0.0 %
* Percent of sales column is calculated as a % of loss before income taxes.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CULP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
JULY 31, 2005, AUGUST 1, 2004 AND MAY 1, 2005
UNAUDITED
(Amounts in Thousands)
Amounts Increase
----------------------------------- (Decrease)
July 31, August 1, ------------------------------- * May 1,
2005 2004 Dollars Percent 2005
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Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 5,238 11,946 (6,708) (56.2)% 5,107
Accounts receivable 23,019 24,242 (1,223) (5.0)% 28,824
Inventories 52,125 52,083 42 0.1 % 50,499
Deferred income taxes 7,054 9,256 (2,202) (23.8)% 7,054
Other current assets 1,660 1,645 15 0.9 % 2,691
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Total current assets 89,096 99,172 (10,076) (10.2)% 94,175
Property, plant & equipment, net 60,190 78,880 (18,690) (23.7)% 66,032
Goodwill 4,114 9,240 (5,126) (55.5)% 4,114
Deferred income taxes 12,268 0 12,268 100.0 % 10,086
Other assets 1,519 1,307 212 16.2 % 1,716
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Total assets $ 167,187 188,599 (21,412) (11.4)% 176,123
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Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt $ 8,126 545 7,581 1,391.0 % 8,110
Accounts payable 18,524 14,857 3,667 24.7 % 22,852
Accrued expenses 10,178 10,880 (702) (6.5)% 9,556
Accrued restructuring costs 4,855 4,656 199 4.3 % 5,850
Income taxes payable 1,179 606 573 94.6 % 1,544
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Total current liabilities 42,862 31,544 11,318 35.9 % 47,912
Long-term debt, less current maturities 42,440 50,519 (8,079) (16.0)% 42,440
Deferred income taxes 0 4,138 (4,138) (100.0)% 0
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Total liabilities 85,302 86,201 (899) (1.0)% 90,352
Shareholders' equity 81,885 102,398 (20,513) (20.0)% 85,771
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Total liabilities and
shareholders' equity $ 167,187 188,599 (21,412) (11.4)% 176,123
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Shares outstanding 11,552 11,548 4 0.0 % 11,551
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* Derived from audited financial statements.
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CULP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JULY 31, 2005 AND AUGUST 1, 2004
UNAUDITED
(Amounts in Thousands)
THREE MONTHS ENDED
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Amounts
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July 31, August 1,
2005 2004
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss $ (3,941) (1,052)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash
provided by operating activities:
Depreciation 6,172 3,362
Amortization of other assets 31 37
Stock-based compensation 53 52
Deferred income taxes (2,182) 0
Restructuring expense (credit) 1,826 (138)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable 5,805 6,477
Inventories (1,626) (3,038)
Other current assets 1,031 (11)
Other assets 166 206
Accounts payable (4,413) 112
Accrued expenses 622 (2,148)
Accrued restructuring (1,968) (228)
Income taxes payable (365) (1,244)
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Net cash provided by operating activities 1,211 2,387
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (3,840) (4,375)
Proceeds from the sale of buildings 2,850 0
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Net cash used in investing activities (990) (4,375)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments on vendor-financed capital expenditures (108) (675)
Proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt 16 34
Proceeds from common stock issued 2 7
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Net cash used in financing activities (90) (634)
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Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 131 (2,622)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 5,107 14,568
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 5,238 11,946
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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CULP, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
UNAUDITED
(Dollars in thousands, except share data)
Capital
Common Stock Contributed Total
----------------------------- in Excess Unearned Retained Shareholders'
Shares Amount of Par Value Compensation Earnings Equity
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Balance, May 2, 2004 11,546,634 $ 578 39,943 (349) 63,219 $ 103,391
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Net loss (17,852) (17,852)
Stock-based compensation 210 210
Common stock issued in connection
with stock option plans 4,125 1 21 22
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Balance, May 1, 2005 11,550,759 $ 579 39,964 (139) 45,367 $ 85,771
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Net loss (3,941) (3,941)
Stock-based compensation 53 53
Common stock issued in connection
with stock option plans 750 0 2 2
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Balance, July 31, 2005 11,551,509 $ 579 39,966 (86) 41,426 $ 81,885
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See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
1. Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements of Culp, Inc.
and subsidiaries (the "company") include all adjustments, which are, in the
opinion of management, necessary for fair presentation of the results of
operations and financial position. All of these adjustments are of a normal
recurring nature except as disclosed in note 9 to the consolidated financial
statements. Results of operations for interim periods may not be indicative of
future results. The unaudited consolidated financial statements should be read
in conjunction with the audited consolidated financial statements, which are
included in the company's annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities
and Exchange Commission on July 12, 2005 for the fiscal year ended May 1, 2005.
The company's three months ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004
represent 13 week periods.
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2. Stock-Based Compensation
Compensation costs related to employee stock option plans are recognized
utilizing the intrinsic value-based method prescribed by APB No. 25, Accounting
for Stock Issued to Employees, and related Interpretations. The company has
adopted the disclosure requirements of SFAS No. 123, Accounting for Stock- Based
Compensation, as amended by SFAS No. 148. Accordingly, compensation cost is
recorded over the vesting period of the options based upon the difference in
option price and fair market price at the date of grant, if any.
The following table illustrates the effect on net loss and net loss per
share if the company had applied the fair value recognition provisions of SFAS
No. 123, as amended by SFAS No. 148, for the three months ended July 31, 2005
and August 1, 2004.
(dollars in thousands, except per share data) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Net loss, as reported $ (3,941) $ (1,052)
Add: Total stock-based employee compensation expense
included in net income, net of tax 33 35
Deduct: Total stock-based employee compensation expense
determined under fair value-based method for all awards,
net of tax (107) (122)
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Pro forma net loss $ (4,015) $ (1,139)
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Net loss per share:
Basic - as reported $ (0.34) $ (0.09)
Basic - pro forma (0.35) (0.10)
Diluted - as reported (0.34) (0.09)
Diluted - pro forma (0.35) (0.10)
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
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3. Accounts Receivable
A summary of accounts receivable follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Customers $ 24,980 $ 30,803
Allowance for doubtful accounts (1,120) (1,142)
Reserve for returns and allowances and discounts (841) (837)
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$ 23,019 $ 28,824
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A summary of the activity in the allowance for doubtful accounts follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Beginning balance $ (1,142) $ (1,442)
Recovery of bad debt expense 0 199
Net write-offs (recoveries) 22 (23)
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Ending balance $ (1,120) $ (1,266)
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4. Inventories
Inventories are carried at the lower of cost or market. Cost is
determined using the FIFO (first-in, first-out) method.
A summary of inventories follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Raw materials $ 22,350 $ 23,204
Work-in-process 2,455 3,000
Finished goods 27,320 24,295
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$ 52,125 $ 50,499
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
5. Accounts Payable
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A summary of accounts payable follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Accounts payable-trade $ 15,275 $ 19,688
Accounts payable-capital expenditures 3,249 3,164
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$ 18,524 $ 22,852
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6. Accrued Expenses
A summary of accrued expenses follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Compensation, commissions and related benefits $ 4,693 $ 5,483
Interest 1,417 448
Accrued rebates 1,781 1,444
Other 2,287 2,181
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$ 10,178 $ 9,556
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7. Long-Term Debt
A summary of long-term debt follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Unsecured term notes $ 49,975 $ 49,975
Canadian government loan 591 575
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50,566 50,550
Less current maturities (8,126) (8,110)
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$ 42,440 $ 42,440
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The Company's long-term debt of $50.6 million is unsecured and is
comprised of $50.0 million in outstanding senior notes, with a fixed interest
rate of 7.76% (payable semi-annually in March and September) and a $591,000,
non-interest bearing term loan with the Canadian government. The unsecured
senior notes are payable over an average remaining term of four years beginning
March 2006 through March 2010. The final payment on the Canadian government loan
is due during the company's third quarter of fiscal 2006.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
At July 31, 2005 the company had a $10.0 million revolving credit line
with its bank (Wachovia). Borrowings under the credit facility carried interest
at the London Interbank Offered Rate plus an adjustable margin based upon the
company's debt/EBITDA ratio, as defined by the agreement. As of July 31, 2005,
there were no borrowings outstanding under the agreement and $457,000 in
outstanding letters of credit in support of inventory purchases. Additionally,
the company had $2.9 million in outstanding letters of credit in support of
workers' compensation reserves, which did not count against the $10.0 million
loan commitment, pursuant to the terms of the agreement. Since entering into
this credit agreement in August 2002, the company has not had any borrowings
outstanding under the revolving credit line.
In August of 2005, the company amended this agreement with its bank
(Wachovia), to provide for a revolving loan commitment of $8.0 million to be
used for working capital, including letters of credit up to $5.5 million (which
includes the $2.9 million workers' compensation letters of credit), of which
$3.2 million in letters of credit were outstanding on September 9, 2005.
Borrowings under the amended facility bear interest at the London Interbank
Offered Rate plus an adjustable margin based on the company's debt/EBITDA ratio,
as defined in the agreement. The amended credit facility expires on August 31,
2006. The amended agreement also requires the company to maintain collected
deposit balances of $7.5 million with its bank from the period October 31, 2005
to March 15, 2006, which is the due date for the first principal payment ($7.5
million) on the company's senior notes, and maintain certain other financial
covenants, as defined in the agreement. The $7.5 million deposit requirement is
contingent upon the company's successful completion of a real estate loan, which
is described below.
The company executed a real estate loan commitment letter in August 2005
with its bank (Wachovia), providing that the bank would commit until October 31,
2005 to make a five year term loan to the company in an amount expected to be
approximately $4.0 million, to be secured by a lien on the company's
headquarters building located in High Point, North Carolina. This loan will bear
interest at the London Interbank Offered Rate plus an adjustable margin based on
the company's debt/EBITDA ratio, as defined in the agreement, and is payable
monthly on a fifteen year amortization schedule with a final balloon payment
five years from the closing date of the loan. The commitment contains other
terms and is subject to certain conditions and contingencies, as set forth in
the letter. The company anticipates that the real estate term loan will be
closed during October 2005.
The first scheduled principal payment on the $50.0 million senior notes is
due March 2006 in the amount of $7.5 million. The final payment on the Canadian
government loan is due during the company's third quarter of fiscal 2006. The
company was in compliance with all financial covenants in its loan agreements as
of July 31, 2005.
The principal payment requirements of long-term debt during the next five
fiscal years are: 2006 - $8,126,000; 2007 - $7,535,000; 2008 - $19,835,000; 2009
- - $7,535,000; and 2010 - $7,535,000.
8. Cash Flow Information
Payments for interest and income taxes follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Interest $ 5 $ 23
Income tax payments (refunds) 366 701
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The non-cash portion of capital expenditures representing vendor financing totaled
$1,670,000 and $5,000 for the three months ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004, respectively.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
9. Restructuring and Asset Impairment Charges
A summary of accrued restructuring follows:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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April 2005 Upholstery Fabrics $ 1,292 $ 1,944
October 2004 Upholstery Fabrics 190 309
Fiscal 2003 Culp Decorative Fabrics 3,360 3,587
Fiscal 2001 Culp Decorative Fabrics 13 10
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$ 4,855 $ 5,850
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April 2005 Upholstery Fabrics
During the first quarter of fiscal 2006, the total restructuring and
related charges incurred were $3.6 million of which approximately $3.5 million
related to accelerated depreciation associated with plant and equipment,
$164,000 related to the dismantling, moving, and relocation of equipment,
$47,000 related to lease termination costs, $46,000 related to write-downs of
equipment, offset by a restructuring credit of $142,000 for the reversal of
accrued termination and benefit expenses. Of the total charge, $116,000 was
recorded in restructuring expense; $495,000 related to accelerated depreciation
was recorded in cost of sales; and $3.0 million related to accelerated
depreciation was recorded in selling, general, and administrative expenses in
the 2006 Consolidated Statements of Loss.
The following summarizes the fiscal 2006 activity in the restructuring
accrual (dollars in thousands):
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Employee Lease
Termination Termination and
Benefits Other Exit Costs Total
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Balance, May 1, 2005 $ 1,897 47 1,944
Adjustments in fiscal 2006 (142) 47 (95)
Paid in fiscal 2006 (539) (18) (557)
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Balance, July 31, 2005 $ 1,216 76 1,292
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As of July 31, 2005, assets classified as held for sale consisted of
machinery and equipment with a value of $197,500 and are included in other
assets.
The company expects additional restructuring activities to result in
charges of approximately $600,000 for the remainder of fiscal 2006. The $600,000
in charges is expected to consist of $500,000 in contract (lease) termination
costs and $100,000 in dismantling, moving, and relocation of equipment to other
company facilities.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
October 2004 Upholstery Fabrics
During the first quarter of fiscal 2006, the total restructuring charges
incurred were $1.7 million of which approximately $1.0 million related to the
dismantling, moving, and relocation of equipment, $707,000 related to
write-downs of equipment, and $25,000 to reflect current estimates of future
health care claims. The $1.7 million charge was recorded in restructuring
expense in the 2006 Consolidated Statements of Loss.
The following summarizes the fiscal 2006 activity in the restructuring
accrual (dollars in thousands):
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Employee Lease
Termination Termination and
Benefits Other Exit Costs Total
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Balance, May 1, 2005 $ 309 0 309
Adjustments in fiscal 2006 25 0 25
Paid in fiscal 2006 (144) 0 (144)
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Balance, July 31, 2005 $ 190 0 190
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As of July 31, 2005, there were no assets classified as held for sale.
The company expects additional restructuring activities to result in charges of
approximately $150,000 for the remainder of fiscal 2006. The $150,000 in charges
is expected to consist of dismantling, moving, and relocation of equipment to
other company facilities.
Fiscal 2003 Culp Decorative Fabrics Restructuring
During the first quarter of fiscal 2006, as a result of management's
continual evaluation of the restructuring accrual, the reserve was decreased by
approximately $45,000 to reflect current estimates of future health care claims.
The following summarizes the fiscal 2006 activity in the restructuring
accrual (dollars in thousands):
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Employee Lease
Termination Termination and
Benefits Other Exit Costs Total
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Balance, May 1, 2005 $ 200 3,387 3,587
Adjustments in fiscal 2006 (45) 0 (45)
Paid in fiscal 2006 (11) (171) (182)
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Balance, July 31, 2005 $ 144 3,216 3,360
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As of July 31, 2005 and May 1, 2005, there were no assets classified as held for
sale.
Fiscal 2001 Culp Decorative Fabrics Restructuring
During the first quarter of fiscal 2006, as a result of management's
continual evaluation of the restructuring accrual, the reserve was increased by
approximately $20,000 to reflect current estimates of future health care claims.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
The following summarizes the fiscal 2006 activity in the restructuring
accrual (dollars in thousands):
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Employee Lease
Termination Termination and
Benefits Other Exit Costs Total
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Balance, May 1, 2005 $ 10 0 10
Adjustments in fiscal 2006 20 0 20
Paid in fiscal 2006 (17) 0 (17)
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Balance, July 31, 2005 $ 13 0 13
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As of July 31, 2005 and May 1, 2005, there were no assets classified as
held for sale.
10. Net Loss Per Share
Basic net loss per share is computed using the weighted-average number of
shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net loss per share uses the
weighted-average number of shares outstanding during the period plus the
dilutive effect of stock options calculated using the treasury stock method.
Weighted average shares used in the computation of basic and diluted net loss
per share follows:
Three months ended
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(amounts in thousands) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Weighted average common shares outstanding, basic 11,551 11,547
Effect of dilutive stock options 0 0
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Weighted average common shares outstanding, diluted 11,551 11,547
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Options to purchase 515,375 and 437,125 shares of common stock were not
included in the computation of diluted net loss per share for the three months
ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004, respectively, because the exercise price
of the options was greater than the average market price of the common shares.
Options to purchase 36,138 and 180,286 shares of common stock were not
included in the computation of diluted net loss per share for the three months
ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004 because the company incurred a net loss
for the period.
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11. Segment Information
The company's operations are classified into two segments: mattress
fabrics and upholstery fabrics. The mattress fabrics segment principally
manufactures and sells fabrics to bedding manufacturers. The upholstery fabrics
segment principally manufactures and sells fabrics primarily to residential and
commercial (contract) furniture manufacturers.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
Financial information for the company's operating segments as follows:
Three months ended
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Net sales:
Mattress Fabrics $ 22,915 $ 25,953
Upholstery Fabrics 39,425 41,896
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$ 62,340 $ 67,849
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Gross profit:
Mattress Fabrics $ 3,095 $ 4,794
Upholstery Fabrics 3,955 3,956
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Total segment gross profit 7,050 8,750
Restructuring related charges (495)(1) (75)(2)
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$ 6,555 $ 8,675
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Income (loss) from operations:
Mattress Fabrics $ 1,358 $ 2,899
Upholstery Fabrics (380) (2,619)
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Total segment income from operations 978 280
Unallocated corporate expenses (762) (810)
Restructuring and related charges (5,343)(3) 63(4)
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$ (5,127) $ (467)
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(1) The $495,000 represents restructuring related charges for accelerated
depreciation on equipment associated with the consolidation of the
Burlington, NC and Anderson, SC manufacturing facilities. These charges are
included in the cost of sales line item in the 2006 Consolidated Statements
of Loss and relate to the Upholstery Fabrics segment.
(2) The $75,000 represents restructuring related charges for equipment
dismantling charges for the closing of the Lumberton, NC manufacturing
facility and is included in the cost of sales line item in the 2006
Consolidated Statements of Loss. These charges relate to the Upholstery
Fabrics segment.
(3) The $5.3 million represents $3.5 million for accelerated depreciation
associated with the design and distribution centers sold in June of 2005
and equipment associated with the consolidation of the Burlington, NC and
Anderson, SC manufacturing facilities; $1.2 million for asset movement
costs, $754,000 for write-downs of equipment, $47,000 for lease termination
costs, and a restructuring credit of $142,000 for the reversal of accrued
termination and benefit expenses. Of the total charge, $1.8 million was
recorded in the restructuring expense (credit) line item in the 2006
Consolidated Statements of Loss; $495,000 related to accelerated
depreciation and was recorded in the cost of sales line item in the 2006
Consolidated Statements of Loss; $3.0 million related to accelerated
depreciation and was recorded in the selling, general, and administrative
expenses line item in the 2006 Consolidated Statements of Loss. These
charges primarily related to the Upholstery Fabrics segment.
(4) The $63,000 restructuring credit represents a $138,000 reversal of certain
accrued expenses, offset by a $75,000 charge for equipment dismantling
costs for the closing of the Lumberton, NC manufacturing facility. The
restructuring credits of $138,000 are located in the restructuring expense
(credit) line item in the 2006 Consolidated Statements of Loss. These
restructuring related charges and credits relate to the Upholstery Fabrics
segment.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
Balance sheet information for the company's operating segments follow:
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 May 1, 2005
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Segment assets:
Mattress Fabrics
Current assets $ 21,871 $ 24,951
Property, plant and equipment (5) 27,799 26,658
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Total mattress fabrics assets 49,670 51,609
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Upholstery Fabrics
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Current assets 53,273 54,372
Property, plant and equipment (6) 32,310 39,273
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Total upholstery fabrics assets 85,583 93,645
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Total segment assets 135,253 145,254
Non-segment assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 5,238 5,107
Deferred income taxes 19,322 17,140
Other current assets 1,660 2,691
Property, plant & equipment 81 101
Goodwill 4,114 4,114
Other assets 1,519 1,716
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Total assets $ 167,187 $ 176,123
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Three months ended
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(dollars in thousands) July 31, 2005 August 1, 2004
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Capital expenditures:
Mattress Fabrics $ 2,870 $ 430
Upholstery Fabrics 1,174 237
Unallocated corporate 0 3,875(7)
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$ 4,044 $ 4,542
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Depreciation expense:
Mattress Fabrics $ 857 $ 916
Upholstery Fabrics 1,798 2,446
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Total segment depreciation expense 2,655 3,362
Accelerated depreciation 3,517 0
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$ 6,172 $ 3,362
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(5) Included in property, plant, and equipment are assets located in the U.S.
totaling $13.7 million and $12.2 million at July 31, 2005 and May 1, 2005,
respectively.
(6) Included in property, plant, and equipment are assets located in the U.S.
totaling $28.3 million and $36.2 million at July 31, 2005 and May 1, 2005,
respectively. Included in this U.S. property, plant, and equipment are
assets relating to the company's extrusion operations of $3.0 million and
various other corporate allocations totaling $4.2 million at July 31, 2005.
At May 1, 2005 allocations totaled $5.3 million for the distribution
facility and design center that were sold in June 2005 and various other
corporate allocations totaling $4.2 million.
(7) Unallocated corporate capital expenditures for fiscal 2005 primarily
represent capital spending for the new corporate office building.
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Culp, Inc.
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(unaudited)
12. Subsequent Events
In August 2005, the company's board of directors approved a restructuring
plan within the upholstery fabrics segment designed to reduce the company's U.S.
yarn manufacturing operations. The company sold its polypropylene yarn extrusion
equipment (with a net book value of $2.3 million) located in Graham, NC to
American Fibers and Yarns Company, the company's supplier for polypropylene
yarn, for $1.1 million payable in cash. As a result, the company will close this
operation during the second quarter of fiscal 2006, as American Fibers and Yarns
Company relocates production to its own facilities. Pursuant to terms of the
sale agreement, the company has a long-term supply contract with American Fibers
and Yarns Company to continue to provide the company with polypropylene yarn at
prices tied to a published index.
The company's board of directors also approved further reductions in the
company's yarn operations by closing the company's facility in Shelby, NC and
consolidating the chenille yarn operations into the Lincolnton, NC facility. The
company will now outsource the open-end yarns previously produced at the Shelby,
NC facility. As a result, the company will have one yarn plant in Lincolnton, NC
for producing chenille and wrap-spun yarns and a small texturizing yarn
operation in Graham, NC.
Overall, these actions will reduce the number of associates by
approximately 100 people. The company expects total pre-tax charges of
approximately $5.9 million, of which $5.1 million is expected to be non-cash
items. These charges are expected to be recorded in the second quarter of fiscal
2006.
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13. Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In November 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No.151, "Inventory Costs, an
amendment of ARB No.43, Chapter 4," which clarifies the types of costs that
should be expensed rather than capitalized as inventory. This statement also
clarifies the circumstances under which fixed overhead costs associated with
operating facilities involved in inventory processing should be capitalized. The
provisions of SFAS No.151 are effective for fiscal years beginning after June
15, 2005 and the company will adopt this standard in fiscal 2007. Management has
not determined the impact, if any, that this statement will have on our
consolidated financial position or results of operations.
SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004), "Share-Based Payment," issued in December
2004, is a revision of FASB Statement No. 123, "Accounting for Stock-Based
Compensation" and supercedes APB Opinion No. 25," Accounting for Stock Issued to
Employees," and its related implementation guidance. The Statement focuses
primarily on accounting for transactions in which an entity obtains employee
services in share-based payment transactions. SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004)
requires a public entity to measure the cost of employee services received in
exchange for an award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value
of the award (with limited exceptions). That cost will be recognized over the
period during which an employee is required to provide service in exchange for
the award. The provisions of SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004) are effective for
fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2005 and the company will adopt this
standard in fiscal 2007. Management has not determined the impact, if any, that
this statement will have on our consolidated financial position or results of
operations.
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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT CONCERNING FORWARD-LOOKING INFORMATION
ITEM 2.
This report and the exhibits attached hereto contain statements that may be
deemed "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the federal securities
laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (Section
27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 27A of the Securities and Exchange
Act of 1934). Such statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties.
Further, forward looking statements are intended to speak only as of the date on
which they are made. Forward-looking statements are statements that include
projections, expectations or beliefs about future events or results or otherwise
are not statements of historical fact. Such statements are often but not always
characterized by qualifying words such as "expect," "believe," "estimate,"
"plan" and "project" and their derivatives, and include but are not limited to
statements about expectations for the company's future operations or success,
sales, gross profit margins, operating income, SG&A or other expenses, and
earnings, as well as any statements regarding future economic or industry trends
or future developments. Factors that could influence the matters discussed in
such statements include but are not limited to, the following:
o Decreases in economic indicators such as the level of housing starts
and sales of existing homes, consumer confidence, trends in disposable
income, and general economic conditions, could have a negative effect
on the company's business and prospects;
o Increases in interest rates, particularly home mortgage rates; and
increases in consumer debt or the general rate of inflation could
affect the company adversely;
o Economic and political instability in international areas could affect
the company's operations or sources of goods in those areas, as well
as demand for the company's products in international markets;
o Changes in consumer tastes or preferences toward products not produced
by the company could erode demand for the company's products;
o Growth in competition from imported fabrics and home furnishings could
increase overall competition, especially price competition, for the
company's products;
o Unanticipated delays or costs in executing restructuring actions could
cause the cumulative effect of restructuring actions to fail to meet
the objectives set forth by management; and
o Other factors discussed elsewhere in this report or in the company's
other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS
OF OPERATIONS
Results of Operations
The following analysis of financial condition and results of operations should
be read in conjunction with the Financial Statements and Notes and other
exhibits included elsewhere in this report.
Overview
Culp, Inc., which we sometimes refer to as the company, manufactures and markets
mattress fabrics (known as mattress ticking and used for covering mattresses and
box springs) and upholstery fabrics primarily for use in furniture manufacturing
(residential and commercial). The company's executive offices are located in
High Point, North Carolina. The company was organized as a North Carolina
corporation in 1972 and made its initial public offering in 1983. Since 1997,
the company has been listed on the New York Stock Exchange and traded under the
symbol "CFI."
Management believes that Culp is one of the two largest producers of mattress
fabrics in North America, as measured by total sales, and one of the three
largest marketers of upholstery fabrics for furniture in North America, again
measured by total sales. The company's fabrics are used primarily in the
production of bedding products and residential and commercial upholstered
furniture, including sofas, recliners, chairs, loveseats, sectionals, sofa-beds,
office seating and mattress sets. Although Culp markets fabrics at most price
levels, the company emphasizes fabrics that have broad appeal in the "good" and
"better" priced categories of bedding and furniture.
The company's fiscal year is the 52 or 53 week period ending on the Sunday
closest to April 30. The first quarter of fiscal 2006 and 2005 included 13
weeks. The company's operating segments are mattress fabrics and upholstery
fabrics. In mattress fabrics, the company markets a broad array of fabrics used
by bedding manufacturers. In upholstery fabrics, the company markets jacquard
woven fabrics for residential and commercial furniture and velvet printed
fabrics and microdenier suedes used primarily for residential furniture.
The following tables set forth the company's net sales, gross profit, selling,
general and administrative expenses and operating income (loss) by segment for
the three months ended July 31, 2005 and August 1, 2004.
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CULP, INC.
SALES, GROSS PROFIT AND OPERATING INCOME (LOSS) BY SEGMENT
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED JULY 31, 2005 AND AUGUST 1, 2004
(Amounts in thousands)
THREE MONTHS ENDED (UNAUDITED)
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Amounts Percent of Total Sales
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July 31, August 1, % Over July 31, August 1,
Net Sales by Segment 2005 2004 (Under) 2005 2004
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Mattress Fabrics $ 22,915 25,953 (11.7)% 36.8 % 38.3 %
Upholstery Fabrics 39,425 41,896 (5.9)% 63.2 % 61.7 %
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Net Sales $ 62,340 67,849 (8.1)% 100.0 % 100.0 %
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Gross Profit by Segment Gross Profit Margin
- ------------------------------------------ ---------------------------
Mattress Fabrics $ 3,095 4,794 (35.4)% 13.5 % 18.5 %
Upholstery Fabrics 3,955 3,956 (0.0)% 10.0 % 9.4 %
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Subtotal 7,050 8,750 (19.4)% 11.3% % 12.9 %
Restructuring related charges (495)(1) (75)(2) 560.0 % -0.8% % (0.0)%
----------- ----------- ---------- ------------ -------------
Gross Profit $ 6,555 8,675 (24.4)% 10.5 % 12.8 %
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Sales, General and Administrative expenses
by Segment Percent of Sales
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Mattress Fabrics $ 1,737 1,895 (8.3)% 7.6 % 7.3 %
Upholstery Fabrics 4,335 6,575 (34.1)% 11.0 % 15.7 %
Unallocated Corporate expenses 762 810 (5.9)% 1.2 % 1.2 %
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Subtotal 6,834 9,280 (26.4)% 11.0 % 13.7 %
Restructuring related charges 3,022(3) 0 100.0 % 4.8 % 0.0 %
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Selling, General and Administrative
expenses $ 9,856 9,280 6.2 % 15.8 % 13.7 %
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Operating income (loss) by Segment Operating Income (Loss) Margin
- ------------------------------------------ ------------------------------
Mattress Fabrics $ 1,358 2,899 (53.2)% 5.9 % 11.2 %
Upholstery Fabrics (380) (2,619) 85.5 % (1.0)% (6.3)%
Unallocated corporate expenses (762) (810) 5.9 % (1.2)% (1.2)%
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Subtotal 216 (530) 140.8 % 0.3 % (0.8)%
Restructuring (expense) and credits (1,826)(4) 138(2) 1,423.2% (2.9)% 0.2 %
Restructuring related charges (3,517)(5) (75)(2) N/A % (5.6)% (0.1)%
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Operating loss $ (5,127) (467) (997.9)% (8.2)% (0.7)%
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Depreciation by Segment
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Mattress Fabrics $ 857 916 (6.4)%
Upholstery Fabrics 1,798 2,446 (26.5)%
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Subtotal 2,655 3,362 (21.0)%
Accelerated depreciation
(Restructuring related) 3,517(5) 0 100.0 %
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Total Depreciation $ 6,172 3,362 83.6 %
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(1) The $495,000 represents restructuring related charges for accelerated
depreciation on equipment associated with the consolidation of the the
Burlington, NC and Anderson, SC manufacturing facilities.
(2) The $75,000 represents equipment dismantling charges related to the closing
of the Lumberton, NC manufacturing facility. The $138,000 restructuring
credit represents the reversal of certain accrued expenses associated with
termination benefits.
(3) The $3.0 million represents restructuring related charges for accelerated
depreciation associated with the design and distribution centers sold in
June 2005.
(4) The $1.8 million restructuring expense includes $1.2 million in asset
movement costs; $754,000 in write-downs of equipment; $47,000 in lease
termination expense; and $142,000 in a restructuring credit for the
reversal of accrued termination benefit expenses.
(5) See note (1) and (3).
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Three Months ended July 31, 2005 compared with Three Months ended August 1, 2004
The first quarter of the fiscal year is typically the slowest period for the
company and the furniture industry due to scheduled plant vacation shutdowns.
Continued weak demand for domestically produced upholstery fabrics and the weak
demand industry-wide for mattress ticking accounted for the decrease in net
sales. For the first quarter of fiscal 2006, net sales decreased 8.1% to $62.3
million compared to $67.8 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2005. The
company reported a net loss of $3.9 million or $0.34 per share diluted in the
first quarter of fiscal 2006, which included restructuring and related pre-tax
charges of $5.3 million. The company reported a net loss of $1.1 million or
$0.09 per share diluted in the first quarter of fiscal 2005, which included a
net restructuring and related pre-tax credit of $63,000.
Restructuring and Related Charges
During the first quarter of fiscal 2006, total restructuring and related charges
incurred were $5.3 million, of which approximately $3.5 million related to
accelerated depreciation associated with the design and distribution centers
sold in June of 2005 and equipment associated with consolidation of the
Burlington, NC and Anderson, SC manufacturing facilities; $1.2 million related
to the dismantling, moving, and relocation of equipment; $754,000 related to
write-downs of equipment; $47,000 related to lease termination costs; and
$142,000 was recorded in restructuring credits related to the reversal of
accrued termination and benefit expenses. Of the total charge, $1.8 million was
recorded in the restructuring expense (credit) line item; $495,000 related to
accelerated depreciation and was recorded in the cost of sales line item; and
$3.0 million related to the accelerated depreciation and was recorded in the
selling, general, and administrative expenses line item in the 2006 Consolidated
Statements of Loss.
Mattress Fabrics Segment
Net Sales -- Mattress fabric sales (known as mattress ticking) for the first
quarter of fiscal 2006 decreased 11.7% to $22.9 million compared to $26.0
million for the first quarter of fiscal 2005, reflecting soft demand
industry-wide. Mattress ticking yards sold during the first quarter of fiscal
2006 were 10.1 million compared to 10.9 million yards in the first quarter of
last year, a decline of 7.5%. However, excluding the less popular prints
category, total yards sold were only down 1.0% compared with the prior year's
quarter. The company's customers are selecting more woven damasks and knits
instead of the printed ticking. The average selling price was $2.28 per yard for
the first quarter 2006, compared to $2.38 per yard in the first quarter of
fiscal 2005, a decrease of 4.2%. The decline in the average selling price
reflects the ongoing product mix shift as mattress manufacturers are buying less
expensive fabric for the mattress and foundation borders and purchasing higher
priced fabrics for the panels only.
Operating income -- For the first quarter of fiscal 2006, the mattress fabrics
segment reported operating income of $1.4 million, or 5.9% of net sales,
compared to $2.9 million, or 11.2% of net sales, for the first quarter of fiscal
2005. Operating margins in this segment were affected by reduced sales, costs
related to the start-up of the company's capital project, and lower average
selling prices principally related to the damask product line.
The $7.0 million capital project (announced in October 2004), which is designed
to improve the company's globally competitive cost structure, is in its final
implementation stage. During the first quarter, the company completed its
building expansion and weaving machine installation at the Stokesdale, NC plant,
as well as the installation and full operation of the new weaving machines at
the Quebec, Canada facility. Production at the Stokesdale facility is expected
to significantly increase in the second quarter. By the end of October 2005,
management expects to have completed the transition of a significant portion of
the ticking production from a higher cost upholstery fabric weaving plant to the
Stokesdale and Quebec facilities. While these changes have affected the
company's financial results during the last three fiscal quarters, management
believes that as the capital project is fully implemented, the company will
achieve higher operating margins in this segment.
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Segment assets -- Segment assets consist of accounts receivable, inventory, and
property, plant, and equipment. As of July 31, 2005, accounts receivable and
inventory totaled $21.9 million compared to $25.0 million at May 1, 2005. Also
as of July 31, 2005, property, plant and equipment totaled $27.8 million
compared to $26.7 million at May 1, 2005. Included in property, plant, and
equipment are assets located in the U.S. totaling $13.7 million and $12.2
million at July 31, 2005 and May 1, 2005, respectively.
Upholstery Fabrics Segment
Net Sales -- Upholstery fabric sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2006
decreased 5.9% to $39.4 million compared with $41.9 million in the first quarter
of fiscal 2005. Upholstery fabric yards sold during the first quarter were 9.1
million compared to 9.8 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2005, a decline
of 7.1%. The average selling price was $4.31 per yard for the first quarter of
fiscal 2006 compared with $4.26 for the first quarter of fiscal 2005, an
increase of 1.4%. Sales for the quarter continued to reflect lower demand
industry-wide for U.S. produced upholstery fabrics. The current consumer
preference for leather and suede furniture and customer selection of other
imported fabrics, including cut and sewn kits, are driving this trend.
Operating loss -- Operating loss for the first quarter of fiscal 2006 was
$380,000 or 1.0% of net sales, compared with an operating loss of $2.6 million,
or 6.3% of net sales, for the first quarter of fiscal 2005. These results
reflect higher gross profit in the offshore produced business and substantially
lower selling, general and administrative expenses (SG&A). For the quarter,
segment SG&A declined by 34.1%, representing 11% of upholstery sales compared
with 15.7% for the same period a year ago.
Non-U.S. Produced Sales -- As a result of the company's offshore sourcing
efforts, including the China platform, the company continues to experience
higher sales of upholstery fabric products produced outside of the company's
U.S. manufacturing plants. For the first quarter of fiscal 2006, these sales
increased 112.6% over the first quarter of fiscal 2005 and accounted for
approximately $11.6 million or 29.5% of upholstery fabric sales in the first
quarter of 2006. Fabric produced offshore of $5.5 million accounted for
approximately 13.1% of upholstery fabric sales for the first quarter of fiscal
2005. The growth in offshore produced fabrics is a trend that is expected to
continue.
Management believes that the development of its China platform represents a
continuing opportunity for the company. As the company's U.S. customers have
continued to move an increasing amount of their fabric purchases to Asia, the
company has moved with them and responded with an operation designed to meet
their needs. A key component of this platform is the fabric finishing and
inspection facility located near Shanghai. The company's strategy is to control
the value-added finishing and inspection process, thereby assuring customers
that the company's fabrics will meet or exceed U.S. quality standards.
U.S .Produced Sales -- Management has continued to take very aggressive actions
over the past year to bring U.S. manufacturing costs and capacity in line with
current demand trends. During the first quarter of fiscal 2006 the company
finalized the consolidation of its velvet fabrics production facilities into the
Anderson, SC facility. Additionally, the company consolidated a finished goods
distribution operation and a design center into other Culp facilities, resulting
in lower operating costs and the sale of these buildings for approximately $2.9
million. Also, management has combined the sales, design, and customer service
activities for Culp Decorative Fabrics and Culp Velvet Prints, the two divisions
within the upholstery fabrics segment. With these actions and others, the
company has reduced selling, general, and administrative expenses in this
segment by 34.1 percent when compared with the first quarter last year.
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In August 2005, the company's board of directors approved a restructuring plan
within the upholstery fabrics segment designed to reduce the company's yarn
manufacturing operations. The company sold its polypropylene yarn extrusion
equipment located in Graham, NC to American Fibers and Yarns Company, the
company's supplier for polypropylene yarn, for $1.1 million payable in cash. As
a result, the company will close this operation during the second quarter of
fiscal 2006, as American Fibers and Yarns Company relocates production to its
own facilities. Pursuant to the terms of the sale agreement, the company has a
long-term supply contract with American Fibers and Yarns Company to continue to
provide the company with polypropylene yarn at prices tied to a published index.
The company's board of directors also approved further reductions in the
company's yarn operations by closing the company's facility in Shelby, NC and
consolidating the chenille yarn operations into the Lincolnton, NC facility. The
result of this action will lower costs and facilitate more yarn innovation by
strategically aligning with key suppliers. Further, the company will outsource
the open-end yarns previously produced at the Shelby, NC facility. As a result,
the company will have one yarn plant in Lincolnton, NC for producing chenille
and wrap-spun yarns and a small texturizing yarn operation in Graham, NC.
Overall, these actions will reduce the number of associates by approximately 100
people and are expected to result in total pre-tax charges of approximately $5.9
million, of which $5.1 million is expected to be non-cash items. These charges
are expected to be recorded in the second quarter of fiscal 2006.
As a result of these consolidations and earlier restructuring actions, the book
value of the company's U.S. based upholstery fabrics fixed assets is projected
to be $17 million (excluding corporate allocations) by the end of the second
quarter of fiscal 2006, compared with approximately $52 million in book value at
the end of fiscal 2004, just 18 months earlier. While management believes it is
important to produce some level of upholstery fabric in the U.S. to support the
company's customers' domestic fabric requirements, management remains committed
to take whatever additional steps necessary to achieve profitable U.S.
upholstery fabric operations. The company could experience additional
write-downs of its property, plant, and equipment in this business if further
restructuring actions or consolidations of assets take place.
Segment assets -- Segment assets consist of accounts receivable, inventory, and
property, plant, and equipment. As of July 31, 2005 accounts receivable and
inventory totaled $53.3 million compared to $54.4 million at May 1, 2005. As of
July 31, 2005 property, plant, and equipment totaled $32.3 million compared to
$39.3 million at May 1, 2005. Included in property, plant, and equipment are
assets located in the U.S. totaling $28.3 million and $36.2 million at July 31,
2005 and May 1, 2005, respectively. Included in property, plant, and equipment
are assets relating to the company's extrusion operations of $3.0 million and
various other corporate allocations totaling $4.2 million at July 31, 2005. At
May 1, 2005, allocations totaled $5.3 million for the distribution facility and
design center that were sold in June 2005 and various other corporate
allocations totaling $4.2 million.
Other Corporate Expenses
Selling, General and Administrative Expenses -- SG&A expenses of $9.9 million
for the first quarter of fiscal 2006 increased approximately $576,000 or 6.2%,
from $9.3 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2005. Included in the $9.9
million was $3.0 million in accelerated depreciation associated with the
company's design and distribution centers sold in June 2005. The 26.4% decrease
to the remaining $6.9 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2006 from the $9.3
million in the first quarter of fiscal 2005 was due to the significant cost
reductions as part of the company's restructuring initiatives in the upholstery
segment.
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Interest Expense (Income) -- Interest expense for the first quarter 2006 was
$948,000 compared to $940,000 for the first quarter of fiscal 2005. Interest
income was $16,000 compared to $27,000 for the first quarter of fiscal 2005,
reflecting lower invested balances.
Income Taxes -- The effective tax rate (taxes as a percentage of loss before
income taxes) for the first quarter of fiscal 2006 was 36.4% compared with 34.0%
for the first quarter of fiscal 2005.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Liquidity --The company's sources of liquidity include cash and cash
equivalents, cash flow from operations and amounts available under its revolving
credit line. These sources have been adequate for day-to-day operations and
capital expenditures. Cash and cash equivalents as of July 31, 2005 increased to
$5.2 million from $5.1 million as of May 1, 2005, primarily reflecting cash flow
from operations of $1.2 million and proceeds from the sale of buildings as part
of the April 2005-Upholstery Fabrics restructuring plan of $2.9 million, which
were largely offset by capital expenditures and payments on vendor financed
capital expenditures of $3.9 million.
Working Capital -- Accounts receivable as of July 31, 2005 decreased 5.0% in
comparison to August 1, 2004. Days sales outstanding totaled 31 days at July 31,
2005 compared with 30 days a year ago. Inventories at the close of the first
quarter increased 0.1% from a year ago. Inventory turns for the first quarter
were 4.3 versus 4.7 for the year-earlier period. Operating working capital
(comprised of accounts receivable and inventories, less trade accounts payable)
was $56.6 million at July 31, 2005, down from $61.5 million a year ago.
Financing Arrangements -- The company's long-term debt of $50.6 million is
unsecured and is comprised of $50.0 million in outstanding senior notes, with a
fixed interest rate of 7.76% (payable semi-annually in March and September) and
a $591,000, non-interest bearing term loan with the Canadian government.
At July 31, 2005 the company had a $10.0 million revolving credit line with its
bank (Wachovia). Borrowings under the credit facility generally carried interest
at the London Interbank Offered Rate plus an adjustable margin based on the
company's debt/EBITDA ratio, as defined in the agreement. As of July 31, 2005,
there were no borrowings outstanding under the agreement and $457,000 in
outstanding letters of credit in support of inventory purchases. Additionally,
the company had $2.9 million in outstanding letters of credit in support of
workers' compensation reserves, which did not count against the $10.0 million
loan commitment, pursuant to the terms of the agreement. Since entering into
this credit agreement in August 2002, the company has not had any borrowings
outstanding under the revolving credit line.
In August of 2005, the company amended this agreement with its bank (Wachovia)
to provide for a revolving loan commitment of $8.0 million to be used for
working capital, including letters of credit up to $5.5 million (which includes
the $2.9 million workers' compensation letters of credit), of which $3.2 million
in letters of credit were outstanding on September 9, 2005. Borrowings under the
amended facility bear interest at the London Interbank Offered Rate plus an
adjustable margin based on the company's debt/EBITDA ratio, as defined in the
agreement. The amended credit facility expires August 31, 2006. The amended
agreement also requires the company to maintain collected deposit balances of
$7.5 million with its bank from the period October 31, 2005 to March 15, 2006,
which is the due date for the first principal payment ($7.5 million) on the
company's senior notes, and maintain certain other financial covenants, as
defined in the agreement. The $7.5 million deposit requirement is contingent
upon the company's successful completion of a real estate loan, as described
below.
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The company executed a real estate loan commitment letter in August 2005 with
its bank (Wachovia), providing that the bank would commit until October 31, 2005
to make a five year term loan to the company in an amount expected to be
approximately $4.0 million, to be secured by a lien on the company's
headquarters building located in High Point, North Carolina. This loan will bear
interest at the London Interbank Offered Rate plus an adjustable margin based on
the company's debt/EBITDA ratio, as defined in the agreement, and is payable
monthly on a fifteen year amortization schedule with a final balloon payment
five years from the closing date of the loan. The commitment contains other
terms and is subject to certain conditions and contingencies, as set forth in
the letter. The company anticipates that the real estate term loan will be
closed during October 2005.
The first scheduled principal payment on the $50.0 million senior notes is due
March 2006 in the amount of $7.5 million. The final payment on the Canadian
government loan is due during the company's third quarter of fiscal 2006. The
company was in compliance with all financial covenants in its loan agreements as
of July 31, 2005.
Commitments
The following table summarizes the company's contractual payment obligations and
commitments (in thousands):
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Thereafter Total
---- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---------- -----
Capital expenditure
Commitments $ 345 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 345
Accounts payable-
expenditures 1,249 1,000 1,000 - - - 3,249
Operating leases (1) 2,916 2,997 1,672 390 99 5 8,079
Long-term debt 8,126 7,535 19,835 7,535 7,535 - 50,566
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Total $12,636 $11,532 $22,507 $ 7,925 $ 7,634 $ 5 $62,239
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Note: Payment Obligations by Fiscal Year Ending April
(1) Includes accrued restructuring expenses for the company's inactive
Chattanooga manufacturing facility of $652 for fiscal 2006 and $869 for
fiscal years 2007, and 2008, respectively.
Capital Expenditures -- Capital spending for the first quarter of fiscal 2006
was $4.0 million, including $1.7 million that is the non-cash portion of capital
expenditures representing vendor financing. The company's capital budget for
fiscal 2006 is $4.5 million, including approximately $2.0 million budgeted for
the non-cash portion of expenditures representing vendor financing, which
relates to the mattress fabrics capital project. Depreciation for the first
quarter of fiscal 2006 was $6.2 million, of which approximately $3.5 million
related to accelerated depreciation of equipment that has been disposed of. The
company expects that the availability of funds under the revolving credit line
and cash flow from operations will be sufficient to fund its planned capital
needs.
Liquidity Requirements -- As indicated earlier, the company's sources of
liquidity include cash and cash equivalents, cash flow from operations and
amounts available under its revolving credit line. With the amended bank
agreement, the company's overall liquidity has been somewhat lowered. The
company believes its sources of liquidity continue to be adequate to meet its
current operating needs. In addition, the company is taking further steps to
support its liquidity, including ongoing efforts to reduce inventories and
operating expenses. However, the company's cash position may be adversely
affected by factors beyond its control, such as weakening industry demand,
delays in receipt of payment on accounts receivable and the availability of
trade credit.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Recent Accounting Developments
U.S. generally accepted accounting principles require the company to make
estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts in the consolidated
financial statements and accompanying notes. Some of these estimates require
difficult, subjective and/or complex judgments about matters that are inherently
uncertain, and as a result actual results could differ significantly from those
estimates. Due to the estimation processes involved, management considers the
following summarized accounting policies and their application to be critical to
understanding the company's business operations, financial condition and results
of operations.
Accounts Receivable - Allowance for Doubtful Accounts. Substantially all of the
company's accounts receivable are due from residential and commercial furniture
and bedding manufacturers. Ownership of these manufacturers is increasingly
concentrated and certain bedding manufacturers have a high degree of leverage.
As of July 31, 2005, accounts receivable from furniture manufacturers totaled
approximately $14.4 million, and from bedding manufacturers approximately $8.6
million. Additionally, as of July 31, 2005, the aggregate accounts receivable
balance of the company's ten largest customers was $8.0 million, or 34.9% of
trade accounts receivable.
The company continuously performs credit evaluations of its customers,
considering numerous inputs including customers' financial position, past
payment history, cash flows and management capability; historical loss
experience; and economic conditions and prospects. Once evaluated, each customer
is assigned a credit grade. Credit grades are adjusted as warranted. Significant
management judgment and estimates must be used in connection with establishing
the reserve for allowance for doubtful accounts. While management believes that
adequate allowances for doubtful accounts have been provided in the consolidated
financial statements, it is possible that the company could experience
additional unexpected credit losses.
Inventory Valuation. The company operates as a "make-to-order" and
"make-to-stock" business. Although management closely monitors demand in each
product area to decide which patterns and styles to hold in inventory, the
increasing availability of low cost imports and the gradual shifts in consumer
preferences expose the company to write-downs of inventory.
Management continually examines inventory to determine if there are indicators
that the carrying value exceeds its net realizable value. Experience has shown
that the most significant indicator of the need for inventory write-downs is the
age of the inventory. As a result, the company provides inventory valuation
write-downs based upon set percentages for inventory aging categories, generally
using six, nine, twelve and fifteen month categories. While management believes
that adequate write-downs for excess and obsolete inventory have been made in
the consolidated financial statements, significant unanticipated changes in
demand or changes in consumer tastes and preferences could result in additional
excess and obsolete inventory in the future.
Long-lived Assets. The company follows the provisions of SFAS No. 144,
Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets. SFAS No. 144
establishes an impairment accounting model for long-lived assets to be held and
used, disposed of by sale, or disposed of by abandonment or other means.
Management reviews long-lived assets, which consists of property, plant and
equipment, for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate
that the carrying value of the asset may not be recovered. During the first
quarter of fiscal 2006, no events or changes in circumstances occurred that
would require the company to test for impairment. Unforeseen events and changes
in circumstances and market conditions could negatively affect the value of
assets and result in an impairment charge.
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The determination of future operating cash flows involves considerable
estimation and judgment about future market conditions, future sales and
profitability, and future asset utilization. Although the company believes it
bases its impairment testing as required by SFAS No. 144 on reasonable estimates
and assumptions, the use of different estimates and assumptions, or a decision
to dispose of substantial portions of these assets, could result in materially
different results.
Goodwill. As of July 31, 2005, the company's remaining $4.1 million of goodwill
relates to the Culp Home Fashions division. The determination of fair value
involves considerable estimation and judgment. In particular, determining the
fair value of a business unit involves, among other things, developing forecasts
of future cash flows and appropriate discount rates. During the first quarter of
fiscal 2006, no events or changes in circumstances occurred that would require
the company to test for impairment.
Restructuring Charges. In June 2002, the FASB issued SFAS No. 146, "Accounting
for Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities." This Statement addresses
financial accounting and reporting for costs associated with exit or disposal
activities and supersedes Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) Issue No. 94-3,
"Liability Recognition for Certain Employee Termination Benefits and Other Costs
to Exit an Activity (including Certain Costs Incurred in a Restructuring)."
Under SFAS 146, a liability for a cost associated with an exit or disposal
activity shall be recognized and measured initially at its fair value in the
period in which the liability is incurred, except for certain employee
termination benefits that qualify under SFAS No. 112, "Employers' Accounting for
Postemployment Benefits."
The upholstery fabric industry continues to be under significant pressure from a
variety of external forces, such as the current consumer preference for leather
and suede furniture and the growing competition from imported fabrics and cut
and sewn kits, primarily from China. In an effort to reduce operating expenses
and scale U.S. productive capacity in line with demand, the company has
undertaken restructuring initiatives during the past several years. These
restructuring initiatives have resulted in restructuring charges related to the
remaining lease costs of the closed facilities, the write-down of property,
plant and equipment, workforce reduction and elimination of facilities.
Severance and related charges are accrued at the date the restructuring was
approved by the board of directors based on an estimate of amounts that will be
paid to affected employees, in accordance with SFAS 112. Under SFAS 144, asset
impairment charges related to the consolidation or closure of manufacturing
facilities are based on an estimate of expected sales prices for the real estate
and equipment. Other exit costs, which principally consist of charges for lease
termination and losses from termination of existing contracts, equipment
relocation costs and inventory markdowns that are related to the restructuring
are accounted for in accordance with SFAS 146.
The company reassesses the individual accrual requirements at the end of each
reporting period. If circumstances change, causing current estimates to differ
from original estimates, adjustments are recorded in the period of change.
Restructuring charges, and adjustments of those charges, are summarized in note
9 to the consolidated financial statements.
Income Taxes. The company is required to estimate its actual current tax
exposure and to assess temporary differences resulting from differing treatment
of items for tax and accounting purposes. At May 1, 2005, the company had
deferred tax assets of $25,249,000 (all of which relate to U.S. operations) and
U.S. deferred tax liabilities of $5,709,000 (all of which reverse in the
carryforward period), resulting in net U.S. deferred tax assets of $19,540,000.
Total deferred tax liabilities at May 1, 2005 were $8,109,000, resulting in
total net deferred tax assets of $17,140,000. As of July 31, 2005, the company's
net deferred tax assets total $19,322,000, an increase of $2,182,000 from the
end of fiscal 2005, primarily reflecting the federal and state tax benefits
recorded for the loss from U.S. operations during the first quarter of fiscal
2006. No valuation allowance has been recorded to reduce the company's deferred
tax assets. Management has concluded that it is more likely than not that the
company will be able to realize the benefit of the deferred tax assets.
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In making the judgment about the realization of the deferred tax assets,
management has considered both negative and positive evidence, and concluded
that sufficient positive evidence exists to overcome the cumulative losses
experienced in recent years. Specifically, management considered the following,
among other factors: nature of the company's products; history of positive
earnings in the mattress fabrics segment; capital projects in progress to
further enhance the company's globally competitive cost structure in the
mattress fabrics segment; recent significant restructuring actions in the
domestic upholstery fabrics business to adjust the domestic cost structure and
bring U.S. manufacturing capacity in line with demand; and development of
offshore manufacturing and sourcing programs to meet changing demands of
upholstery fabric customers in the U.S. Management's analysis of taxable income
also included the following considerations: none of the company's net operating
loss carryforwards has previously expired unused; the U.S. federal carryforward
period is 20 years; and the company's current losses principally expire in 16-20
years, fiscal 2022 through 2026.
Considerable judgment is involved in this process as ultimate realization of
benefits is dependent on the generation of income from future operations.
Recently Issued Accounting Standards
In November 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 151, "Inventory Costs, an amendment
of ARB No.43, Chapter 4," which clarifies the types of costs that should be
expensed rather than capitalized as inventory. This statement also clarifies the
circumstances under which fixed overhead costs associated with operating
facilities involved in inventory processing should be capitalized. The
provisions of SFAS No. 151 are effective for fiscal years beginning after June
15, 2005 and the company will adopt this standard in fiscal 2007. Management has
not determined the impact, if any, that this statement will have on our
consolidated financial position or results of operations.
SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004),"Share-Based Payment,' issued in December 2004 is a
revision of FASB Statement No. 123, "Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation"
and supercedes APB Opinion No. 25,"Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees,"
and its related implementation guidance. The statement focuses primarily on
accounting for transaction in which an entity obtains employee services in
share-based payment transactions. SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004) requires a public
entity to measure the cost of employee services received in exchange for an
award of equity instruments based on the grant-date fair value of the award
(with limited exceptions). The cost will be recognized over the period during
which an employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award. The
provisions of SFAS No. 123 (Revised 2004) are effective for fiscal years
beginning after June 15, 2005 and the company will adopt this standard in fiscal
2007. Management has not determined the impact, if any, that this statement will
have on our consolidated financial position or results of operations.
Inflation
The cost of certain of the company's raw materials, principally fibers from
petroleum derivatives, and utility/energy costs, increased during the first
quarter of fiscal 2006 as oil and energy prices increased and had an impact on
the company's financial results. These increases, however, are often not
directly related to general economic inflation, which has not been a material
factor in the company's recent financial results. Any significant increase in
the company's raw material costs, utility/energy costs and general economic
inflation could have a material adverse impact on the company, because
competitive conditions have limited the company's ability to pass significant
operating cost increases on to its customers.
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ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
The company is exposed to market risk from changes in interest rates on debt and
foreign currency exchange rates. The company's market risk sensitive instruments
are not entered into for trading purposes. The company's exposure to interest
rate risk consists of floating rate debt based on the London Interbank Offered
Rate plus an adjustable margin under the company's revolving credit agreement.
As of July 31, 2005 there were no borrowings outstanding under the company's
revolving credit agreement. Additionally, the company's unsecured term notes
have a fixed interest rate of 7.76% and the Canadian government loan is
non-interest bearing. Thus, any foreseeable change in interest rates would have
minimal material effect on the company's interest expense.
The company's exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates is due
primarily to foreign subsidiary domiciled in Canada and firmly committed and
anticipated purchases of certain machinery, equipment and raw materials in
foreign currencies. The company's Canadian subsidiary uses the United States
dollar as its functional currency. The company generally does not use financial
derivative instruments to hedge foreign currency exchange rate risks associated
with the Canadian subsidiary. However, the company generally enters into foreign
exchange forward and option contracts as a hedge against its exposure to
currency fluctuations on firmly committed and anticipated purchases of certain
machinery, equipment and raw materials. The amount of Canadian-denominated sales
and manufacturing costs is not material to the company's consolidated results of
operations; therefore, a 10% change in the exchange rate at July 31, 2005 would
not have a significant impact on the company's results of operations or
financial position. Additionally, as the company utilizes foreign currency
instruments for hedging anticipated and firmly committed transactions, a loss in
fair value for those instruments is generally offset by increases in the value
of the underlying exposure.
Also, the company has exposure to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange
rates with a foreign subsidiary domiciled in China. Currently, this risk cannot
be hedged. The amount of sales and manufacturing costs denominated in Chinese
currency is not material to the company's consolidated results of operations;
therefore a 10% change in the exchange rate of July 31, 2005 would not have a
significant impact on the company's results of operations or financial position.
ITEM 4. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
The company conducted a review and evaluation of its disclosure controls and
procedures, under the supervision and with the participation of the company's
principal executive officer and principal financial officer as of July 31, 2005,
and the principal executive officer and principal financial officer have
concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures are adequate and
effective. In addition, no change in the company's internal control over
financial reporting has occurred during, or subsequent to, the period covered by
this report that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially
affect, the company's internal control over financial reporting.
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Part II - Other Information
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Item 6. Exhibits
(a) The following exhibits are filed as part of this report.
3(i) Articles of Incorporation of the company, as amended, were
filed as Exhibit 3(i) to the company's Form 10-Q for the
quarter ended July 28, 2002, filed September 11, 2002, and are
incorporated herein by reference.
3(ii) Restated and Amended Bylaws of the company, as amended June
12, 2001, were filed as Exhibit 3(ii) to the company's Form
10-Q for the quarter ended July 29, 2001, filed September 12,
2001, and are incorporated herein by reference.
10(a) Sixth Amendment to Amended and Restated Credit Agreement dated
as of August 30, 2005 among Culp, Inc. and Wachovia Bank,
National Association, as Agent and as Bank, filed as Exhibit
99(c) to Current Report on Form 8-K dated August 31, 2005, and
incorporated herein by reference.
10(b) Real Estate Loan Commitment Letter dated as of August 30, 2005
among Culp, Inc. and Wachovia Bank, National Association, as
Agent and as Bank, filed as Exhibit 99(d) to the company's
Current Report on Form 8-K dated August 31, 2005, and
incorporated herein by reference.
31.1 Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section
302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
31.2 Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section
302 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.1 Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Section
906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
32.2 Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Section
906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002.
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SIGNATURES
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.
CULP, INC.
(Registrant)
Date: September 9, 2005 By: /s/ Franklin N. Saxon
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Franklin N. Saxon
President and Chief Operating Officer
(Authorized to sign on behalf
of the registrant and also signing as
principal financial officer)
By: /s/ Kenneth R. Bowling
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Kenneth R. Bowling
Vice President-Finance, Treasurer
(Authorized to sign on behalf
of the registrant and also signing as
principal accounting officer)
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