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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported) February 28, 2000
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
DELAWARE 001-15149 42-0991521
(State of other jurisdiction (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer
of incorporation) Identification No.)
2140 LAKE PARK BLVD., RICHARDSON, TEXAS 75080
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip code)
Registrant's telephone number including area code: (972) 497-5000
NOT APPLICABLE
(Former name or former address if changed from last report)
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ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS.
On February 28, 2000, Lennox International Inc., a Delaware corporation
(the "Corporation"), announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and
year ended December 31, 1999. A copy of the Corporation's press release
announcing these financial results is attached as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and
incorporated by reference.
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.
Exhibit
Number Description
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99.1 Press Release dated February 28, 2000.
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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, hereunto duly authorized.
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC.
By: /s/ Carl E. Edwards, Jr.
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Name: Carl E. Edwards, Jr.
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Title: Executive Vice President,
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General Counsel and Secretary
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Date: February 28, 2000
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EXHIBIT INDEX
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99.1 Press Release dated February 28, 2000.
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EXHIBIT 99.1
NEWS FROM . . . LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC.
LENNOX INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES RECORD EARNINGS FOR 1999
(Dallas, TX - February 28, 2000) -- Lennox International Inc. (NYSE:
LII) announced today that 1999 net income increased 39% to a record $73.2
million, up from $52.5 million in 1998. Earnings per share were $1.81, a 23%
gain over $1.47 in 1998. The pro forma calculation, assuming a January 1 initial
public offering (IPO), shows earnings per share increased 28% to $1.69 in 1999
from $1.32 the previous year.
Sales for 1999 increased 30% to a record $2.36 billion from $1.82
billion in 1998. Company-wide organic growth for 1999 was 7%, adjusted for sales
to company-owned dealers.
1999 operating income was $156 million, a 46% increase from the
previous year. Operating margins expanded 70 basis points, from 5.9% in 1998 to
6.6%.
"We are pleased with our outstanding overall performance in 1999," said
John Norris, chairman and CEO. "In spite of unseasonably warm weather, strong
performance was also evident in our results for fourth quarter 1999."
FOURTH QUARTER 1999 REVENUES UP 34%
Total consolidated company sales for the fourth quarter 1999 increased
by 34% to $612 million, up from $457 million in the fourth quarter 1998.
Operating income for the quarter more than tripled to $34.6 million
from $9.8 million the previous year. Operating margins were 5.7%, compared with
2.1% in the fourth quarter of 1998.
1999 fourth quarter net income increased over six times to $15.7
million from $2.6 million in the fourth quarter. Diluted earnings per share were
$0.35. On a pro forma basis, assuming a January 1 IPO, diluted earnings per
share for the same quarter in 1998 were $0.09.
International revenues grew by 67% in the quarter. "Our combined
international operations moved from an operating loss in the last quarter of
1998 to profitability in the fourth quarter of 1999," Norris said.
FOURTH QUARTER 1999 RESULTS: SEGMENT PERFORMANCE
NORTH AMERICAN RESIDENTIAL PRODUCTS revenues grew 41% in the fourth
quarter of 1999 to $352 million. Adjusting for sales to company-owned
dealerships and for product now produced by a joint venture with Fairco in
Argentina (product previously purchased from Lennox), organic growth was 2%.
Segment operating income increased 22% to $27.8 million. Operating margins in
the organic business increased by approximately 150 basis points. Newly-acquired
retail dealerships and distributors, as well as Excel Comfort Systems, formerly
Ducane's heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) operations, initially
have lower margins. As a result, segment operating margins for the quarter
declined to 7.9% from 9.1% in 1998.
WORLDWIDE COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONING revenue increased 8% in the
quarter to $115 million, all of which was organic growth. Operating income
improved from a quarterly loss of $3.3 million last year to a profit of $4.2
million this year. The increase was supported by significant operating
improvements in North America and Europe, with improved absorption from higher
sales volumes. Segment operating margins improved to 3.6% in 1999 from (3.1%)
last year.
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WORLDWIDE COMMERCIAL REFRIGERATION revenue grew by 45% in the quarter
to $89 million. Domestic organic growth of 8% was offset by declines in Europe
as supermarket consolidations delayed expansion plans, and by declines in Brazil
resulting from currency devaluation. Segment operating income more than doubled
to $6.8 million. Operating margins for the quarter improved to 7.7% from 5.4% a
year ago. Margin expansion occurred both in the organic business and as a result
of Australian acquisitions.
WORLDWIDE HEAT TRANSFER sales increased 38% to $56 million. Domestic
organic growth of 6% was offset by declines in Europe, where many customers are
OEM refrigeration manufacturers and supermarket demand for commercial
refrigeration product has been soft. Segment operating income increased 60% to
$2.3 million. Operating margins for the quarter expanded to 4.1% from 3.5% in
1998, driven largely by strong performances from acquisitions.
OUTLOOK FOR 2000
The most significant impact on 2000 revenues, according to Norris, will
be the retail sales initiative which is expected to generate about $1 billion in
2000. "We're confident the Service Experts dealer operations we purchased
strengthen our retail strategy," he said. "For this year, we are taking a more
conservative outlook for retail than previously projected, based on Service
Experts' performance in the fourth quarter as well as certain other
considerations." While Norris said he now believes Service Experts could have a
dilutive impact in the range of $0.05-$0.10 in 2000, he also emphasized Lennox
total retail operations are expected to be modestly accretive to earnings.
Norris said that even with a more conservative market and economic
outlook, a more detailed appraisal of the integration timetable for acquired
businesses, and higher interest expenses, Lennox is projecting net income growth
of approximately 30%. However, he said, the larger number of shares outstanding
is expected to produce a mid-single digit EPS growth for 2000.
"Lennox International had terrific performance in 1999, with earnings
increasing by 39%," Norris said. "Our Retail and North American Residential
operations have grown very rapidly through acquisition in the past year, and our
attention in 2000 will be focused on integrating and strengthening these
operations. Our traditional businesses are strong and are providing us with a
solid foundation to take advantage of growth opportunities worldwide."
Selling heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration
(HVACR) equipment in over 70 countries worldwide, Lennox International Inc. is a
world leader in climate control solutions. It is the parent company of Lennox
Industries Inc., Armstrong Air Conditioning Inc., Heatcraft Inc., and Lennox
Global Ltd. Lennox International stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange
under the symbol "LII." Additional information about Lennox International is
available at www.lennoxinternational.com or by contacting Bill Moltner,
Director, Investor Relations, at 972-497-6670.
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These
statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties that could cause
actual results to differ materially from such statements. For information
concerning these risks and uncertainties, see Lennox' publicly available filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Lennox disclaims any intention or
obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
For the Three Months and Twelve Months Ended December 31, 1999 and 1998
(Unaudited, in thousands, except per share data)
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For the For the
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
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1999 1998 1999 1998
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NET SALES $ 611,714 $ 457,037 $ 2,361,667 $ 1,821,836
COST OF GOODS SOLD 417,721 315,159 1,617,332 1,245,623
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Gross Profit 193,993 141,878 744,335 576,213
OPERATING EXPENSES:
Selling, general and administrative 159,373 132,069 588,388 469,610
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Income from operations 34,620 9,809 155,947 106,603
INTEREST EXPENSE, net 8,903 5,281 33,096 16,184
OTHER 116 316 (287) 1,602
MINORITY INTEREST (312) (286) (100) (869)
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Income before income taxes 25,913 4,498 123,238 89,686
PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES 10,244 1,941 50,084 37,161
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Net income $ 15,669 $ 2,557 $ 73,154 $ 52,525
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REPORTED EARNINGS PER SHARE (1):
Basic $ 0.36 $ 0.07 $ 1.85 $ 1.50
Diluted $ 0.35 $ 0.07 $ 1.81 $ 1.47
PRO FORMA EARNINGS PER SHARE (2):
Diluted $ 0.35 $ 0.09 $ 1.69 $ 1.32
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(1) 8,088,490 additional shares issued in Lennox IPO August 3, 1999
(2) Pro forma EPS assumes IPO occurred January 1, each fiscal year.
Interest expense, income tax, and number of shares have been adjusted.)
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For the For the
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
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NET SALES 1999 1998 1999 1998
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North American residential $ 352,192 $ 249,623 $1,361,603 $1,013,747
Commercial air conditioning 114,818 105,844 452,803 392,053
Commercial refrigeration 88,915 61,206 327,266 237,264
Heat transfer 55,789 40,364 219,995 178,772
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$ 611,714 $ 457,037 $2,361,667 $1,821,836
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For the For the
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
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INCOME (LOSS) FROM OPERATIONS 1999 1998 1999 1998
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North American residential $ 27,805 $ 22,743 $ 137,246 $ 123,426
Commercial air conditioning 4,150 (3,276) 10,435 (6,579)
Commercial refrigeration 6,820 3,291 25,915 20,383
Heat transfer 2,284 1,426 12,592 12,700
Corporate and other (6,439) (14,375) (30,241) (43,327)
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$ 34,620 $ 9,809 $ 155,947 $ 106,603
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LENNOX INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
As of December 31, 1999 and December 31, 1998
(In thousands, except share data)
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ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 29,174 $ 28,389
Accounts and notes receivable, net 443,107 318,858
Inventories 345,424 274,679
Deferred income taxes 25,367 37,426
Other assets 44,526 36,183
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Total current assets 887,598 695,535
INVESTMENTS IN JOINT VENTURES 12,434 17,261
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT, net 329,966 255,125
GOODWILL, net 394,252 155,290
OTHER ASSETS 59,423 28,358
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TOTAL ASSETS $ 1,683,673 $ 1,151,569
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Short-term debt $ 22,219 $ 56,070
Current maturities of long-term debt 34,554 18,778
Accounts payable 196,143 149,824
Accrued expenses 200,221 207,040
Income taxes payable 9,859 534
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Total current liabilities 462,996 432,246
LONG-TERM DEBT 520,276 242,593
DEFERRED INCOME TAXES 928 11,102
POSTRETIREMENT BENEFITS, OTHER THAN PENSIONS 15,125 16,511
OTHER LIABILITIES 72,377 60,845
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Total liabilities 1,071,702 763,297
MINORITY INTEREST 14,075 12,689
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Preferred stock, $.01 par value, 25,000,000 shares authorized,
no shares issued or outstanding -- --
Common stock, $.01 par value, 200,000,000 shares authorized, 46,161,607
shares and 35,546,940 shares issued for 1999 and 1998, respectively 462 355
Additional paid-in capital 215,523 32,889
Retained earnings 409,851 350,851
Accumulated other comprehensive loss (12,706) (8,512)
Deferred compensation (2,848) --
Treasury stock, at cost, 1,172,200 shares for 1999 (12,386) --
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Total stockholders' equity 597,896 375,583
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TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY $ 1,683,673 $ 1,151,569
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