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FORM 10-K
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
(Mark One)
[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 [FEE REQUIRED]
For the Fiscal Year Ended December 31, 1996
OR
[ ] TRANSACTION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 [NO FEE REQUIRED]
For the transition period from to
COMMISSION FILE NUMBER: 811-854
IIC INDUSTRIES INC.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
DELAWARE 13-5675984
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
420 LEXINGTON AVENUE
NEW YORK, NEW YORK 10170
(Address of principal executive offices, including zip code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (212) 297-6132
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: NONE
TITLE OF EACH CLASS NAME OF EACH EXCHANGE ONWHICH REGISTERED
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N/A N/A
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
COMMON STOCK, $1.00 PAR VALUE
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(Title of Class)
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Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant: (1) has filed all
reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such
filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ]
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to
Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained,
to the best of Registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information
statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any
amendment to this Form 10-K. [X]
The aggregate market value of the voting stock (Common Stock) held by
non-affiliates of the Registrant as of March 31, 1997 was $15,219,719 based on
the average of bid and asked quotations for the Common Stock on that date, as
reported by the NASDAQ Automated Quotation System.
The number of shares outstanding of the Registrant's Common Stock, as
of March 31, 1997: 1,423,368.
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IIC INDUSTRIES, INC.
1996 FORM 10-K ANNUAL REPORT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Part I
Item 1. Business.................................................. 1
Item 2. Properties................................................ 14
Item 3. Legal Proceedings......................................... 15
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders....... 15
Part II
Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Equity and Related
Stockholder Matters..................................... 16
Item 6. Selected Financial Data................................... 17
Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations..................... 18
Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data............... 26
Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on
Accounting and Financial Disclosure..................... 26
Part III
Item 10. Directors and Executive Officers of the Registrant....... 27
Item 11. Executive Compensation................................... 28
Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and
Management............................................. 29
Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions........... 31
Part IV
Item 14. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules, and Reports
on Form 8K.............................................. 32
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ITEM 1. BUSINESS
HISTORY
IIC Industries Inc. (the "Company") was incorporated pursuant to the laws
of the State of Delaware on October 14, 1958 under the name "Israel Investors
Corporation." The Company registered itself as a closed-end "investment
company" under the Investment Company Act of 1940, as amended (the "Act"), in
1959. As an investment company, the Company made investments in Israel or
Israel related businesses. Pursuant to shareholder approval received in 1982,
the Company determined to cease its activity as an investment company and to
become an operating company with flexibility to enter into non-Israel related
businesses. This decision was prompted by conflicts of interests caused by the
fact that the Company's majority shareholder, Koor Industries ("Koor"), had
substantial interests in a large number of businesses in Israel and that the
Act precludes certain affiliated transactions. In September 1989, Koor sold its
interest in the Company to CP Holdings Limited, a private United Kingdom
company. In anticipation of the Company's transition to an operating company,
substantially all of the Company's investments were converted into short-term
deposits and the Company's name was changed to IIC Industries Inc. The Company
filed an application on November 23, 1990, with the Securities and Exchange
Commission ("SEC") to deregister as an investment company registered under the
Act. On October 6, 1992, the SEC approved the deregistration application and
the Company was deregistered as an investment company.
GENERAL
The Company is presently operated as a holding company with subsidiaries in
three principal operating geographic areas: (1) Investor RT, a Hungarian
holding company ("Investor"), which through its subsidiaries, engages in a
variety of commercial activities in Hungary; (2) The Israel Tractors and
Equipment Company Limited ("Israel Tractor"), an Israeli corporation, which
distributes tractors and related heavy machinery in Israel and (3) Balton C.P.
Limited, an English holding company with African subsidiaries ("Balton")
engaged in the trading business in several African countries.
The Company's holdings in Balton and Investor were acquired as part of the
Company's transition to an operating company and in connection with the
Company's deregistration application. The Company acquired 51% of Balton and
made certain loan advances to Balton in May 1991 for approximately $3.5 million
in total acquisition costs (of which $1.5 million has been refunded). In
addition, in January 1992, the Company purchased a 60% interest (equivalent to
70% after adjusting for treasury stock and unpaid shares) in Investor for
approximately $34 million, with an option to purchase an additional 20% for
$11.3 million. The option was never exercised, but in December 1994, in
settlement of various claims against the vendors, the Company acquired an
additional 23% interest for the sum of approximately $900,000. At December 31,
1996, the Company owned a 99% interest in Investor.
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Through its subsidiaries, the Company is principally engaged in the
following lines of business: (1) the sales and service of vehicles; (2) the
export/import and processing/storage of agricultural products; (3) other
industries including retail and wholesale consumer products; (4) the
distribution of tractors and other heavy equipment; and (5) the sale of
agricultural, communications and electrical equipment. The first three of the
aforementioned lines of business are conducted through subsidiaries of
Investor, while the distribution of agricultural, communications and electrical
equipment is conducted through Balton and its subsidiaries. The distribution of
tractors and heavy equipment is conducted through Israel Tractor.
Recent Developments
Between February 1995 and January 1996, Investor, through its 78% owned
subsidiary, Interag, has acquired a 29% equity interest in Danubius Hotel & Spa
RT ("Danubius Hotel") for a purchase price of approximately $19.5 million. See,
below under "Investor Interag." The Company itself purchased to date an
additional interest of 5.5% equity interest in Danubius Hotel for approximately
$4.2 million and an additional 7.8% of Interag for $1 million.
INVESTOR
General
Investor was founded by the Hungarian Trade Ministry in 1989 in order to
function as a quasi-owner of certain state owned trading companies. In July
1990, it was converted into a company with share ownership.
Investor is primarily a holding company with subsidiaries engaged in a
variety of activities in Hungary. Investor's principal subsidiaries are
Agrimpex RT ("Agrimpex"), in which Investor has a 56% interest, and Interag RT
("Interag"), in which Investor acquired an additional 10% equity interest in
1995. To date, its aggregate equity interest in Interag equals 78%. In
addition, Investor has minority investment positions in several Hungarian
companies engaged in various businesses including trading, financial services,
banking and consulting. During 1996, two smaller subsidiaries involved in
training and industrial production were sold. In addition, Interag continued
the rationalization of certain unprofitable operations.
At December 31, 1996, Investor and its subsidiaries employed a total of
3,609 persons.
Agrimpex
Agrimpex, a Hungarian company, primarily imports and exports a wide variety
of agricultural products (excluding livestock) operating through a domestic and
foreign business network, including agents and commercial representatives in
various countries throughout the world. The main products traded include
cereals (wheat, corn and barley), vegetable oils, oil seeds, sugar, legumes and
soya beans.
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Agrimpex trades with a variety of partners, including multinational trade
houses, traditional trading companies and specialized product producers.
Agrimpex has traditionally acted primarily as a dealer or intermediary in
trading transactions, receiving commissions on contracts executed on behalf of
clients. In recent years, Agrimpex has increased trading for its own account
and a substantial portion of gross revenues is generated by such activity.
Trading for its own account enables Agrimpex to achieve improved trading
margins against its traditional commission business. Limited credit facilities
are offered to customers with strong credits in Western European and other
established market areas (for example, seven days from receipt of commodities).
With respect to export transactions, Agrimpex deals with a large number of
Hungarian domestic suppliers, including agricultural cooperatives, individual
farmers and other business organizations and is therefore not dependent on any
single supplier or small group of suppliers. Agrimpex trades exports with
parties located in the republics of the former Soviet Union, Switzerland,
Poland, Rumania, Austria, Italy, Germany, Israel, South Africa, India, etc.
With respect to imports, Agrimpex trades principally with parties located in
Brazil, Germany, Austria and East Asia.
When acting as a principal, Agrimpex usually purchases commodities such as
grains, soya beans and fish mill in large volume and resells in smaller amounts
to customers in Hungary, and has also traded as a principal with brokers in
such commodities.
Certain Hungarian agricultural and food products had an export subsidy
placed on them. Although trading in commodities has been generally deregulated
in Hungary, certain items deemed to be of strategic importance (such as
cereals, flour, sugar, beets) are subject to export licensing. In addition,
certain products imported into Hungary (such as cereals, vegetable and sugar)
are subject to import licensing.
Agrimpex has a 50% interest in Harmashatarhegyi Udvarhaz, a company which
operates a restaurant in Budapest, and a 48% interest in a transportation
company, Agrovagon Kft., as well as minority interests in other companies.
In May 1993, Agrimpex, through its newly-formed wholly-owned subsidiary,
Agrimill RT ("Agrimill"), acquired the assets of a business engaged in the
processing of agricultural products for $9.3 million. In addition, Agrimpex
provided Agrimill with $4.3 million for working capital.
Agrimill's business includes four flour mills, four compound feed plants, a
rice mill and extensive storage facilities in silos and warehouses. Its main
business involves the production and supply of flour which is sold through
retail outlets in the area and the sale of animal feed to local farmers. In
addition, Agrimill also assists Agrimpex in sourcing agricultural products for
export.
In September 1995, Agrimpex, together with its wholly-owned subsidiary
Agrimill purchased 93.5% of Viktoria RT, a Company engaged in the processing of
agricultural products for $6.6 million. Viktoria's business includes four flour
mills, one compound feed plant, one corn flaking plant,a port facility on the
Danube and extensive storage facilities in silos and warehouses. Its main
business is in the production of flour and animal feeds, which are sold on the
local domestic market.
At the beginning of 1996, Agrimpex was reorganized, so that the company
itself became a holding
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company and the trading activity was transferred into a newly formed and 100%
owned company called Agrimpex Commodities Kft. (Limited Liability Company). The
objective was to establish a realistic structure for the group in the view of
the previous years investment policy and to limit the exposure from the trading
activity.
In October 1996, Agrimpex entered into a joint venture with a 51% ownership
to improve its possibilities in getting goods for trade in the northern part of
Hungary. The new company, Agrimont supplies the farmers with basic inputs for
the production and is authorized to purchase the crop, which is traded by
Agrimpex afterwards.
At the beginning of 1997, it became apparent that in 1996 that the Managing
Director of Agrimill Rt and two of his Deputies were involved in irregular
transactions that has caused material loss to the Company. The nature of the
irregular activities was such that certain transactions were made between
Agrimill Rt with companies that were owned both directly and indirectly by the
managers for their own personal benefit. The full extent of the transactions is
not yet determined, while a full independent investigation is being carried
out. The three managers concerned have subsequently been relieved of all
responsibilities within the group, including Viktoria Rt, another subsidiary of
Agrimpex.
Interag
Interag now operates as a holding company. Following a significant
reorganization in 1993, the operations of Interag and its subsidiaries are now
primarily involved in car dealerships, service and repair of vehicles and
property management. Interag is also involved in trading of food products
utilizing a cold storage facility and the distribution of power products. In
addition, Interag has certain small minority investments.
The car business operates through several dealer points and service
operations, mainly in Budapest. Interag acts as a dealer for Suzuki, Daewoo and
Peugeot. The Lada dealership ceased in 1997 and the service will continue as an
official workshop for Lada and Hyundai. Rationalization occurred in 1995, with
the closure or leasing of sites. During 1994, Interag acquired a 75% interest
in a substantial Suzuki dealership and service facility known as Kompakt Auto
Kft. The purchase consideration was HUF 102 million (approximately $920,000)
and the development of this business is proceeding satisfactorily following the
opening of a new Suzuki showroom. During 1995, the remaining 25% was purchased
for HUF 43.5 million (approximately $367,000). In April 1996, a Peugeot
dealership was launched from Kompakt following the construction of a new
showroom and the refurbishment of service facilities.
In February 1995, Interag concluded the purchase of a 17.3% interest in
Danubius Hotel and to date has increased its holdings to approximately 29% at a
total cost of approximately $19.5 million.
Danubius Hotel, a company listed on the Budapest Stock Exchange, owned
and/or managed, ten major hotels comprising approximately 2,000 rooms. An
additional eleven hotels comprise the smaller Beta Hotels Chain. It owns the
Hilton Hotel in the historic old town of Budapest and two hotels, the Ramada
and Thermal, on Margaret Island, a famous island on the River Danube in
Budapest. Hotel Gelbert, which was only managed by Danubius, was bought in 1996
and shareholding in another spa hotel, Helia, was increased so that full
control has been achieved as well.
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The Danubius Hotel chain, including several spa hotels, is the foremost of
its kind in Hungary and attracts many tourists from Western Europe and further
afield. Its occupancy rate of 65.7% in 1995 increased to 68.4% in 1996.
In 1996, on sales of $72 million, Danubius Hotel earned net profits
before tax of $17.4 million and after tax of $14.3 million. Shareholders
equity at December 31, 1996 was $114 million.
The management of Interag was particularly attracted to this investment by
its strong asset base and because of its substantial income from foreign
currency.
During 1996, negotiations were held with a view to acquiring a controlling
stake in HungarHotels chain. After an official tender, an 85% share was
acquired by Danubius and the deal was completed at the beginning of 1997. The
purchase price was HUF 8.1 billion or approximately $50 million. HungarHotels
chain consists of fourteen hotels, of which seven hotels are in Budapest. The
capacity consists of 1,105 rooms in 4-star hotels and 2,346 rooms in 3-star
hotels.
GOVERNMENTAL REGULATION
Despite the increasing pace of privatization and economic liberalization in
recent years, Hungary maintains significant governmental restrictions on
economic activity which affect Investor's business.
Hungary made all current account items convertible on January 1st, 1996
when the Foreign Exchange Law came into force. Accordingly, on January 2nd,
1996, the IMF acknowledged that Hungary was in compliance with Article VIII of
the Articles of Association.
Many liberalization measures have already been adopted or their timing has
been accepted by the Hungarian Government. The underlying principle has
remained the same as at the time of the establishment of the foreign exchange
law: first, transactions with longer maturities, then-- when the relatively
significant interest differentials between Hungary and its partners have
decreased- transactions with shorter maturates have been or will be
liberalized. Companies with foreign participation may keep their initial hard
currency share capital in the currency of the investment. Dividends, net of
withholding tax and consideration received on the sale of shares may be
repatriated in the original currency of investment without restrictions or the
need for approval. Business can convert Forints into another currency to import
goods provided sufficient Forint funds are available. Services rendered within
Hungary should be paid for in Forints and Hungarian companies may not conduct
trade among themselves in foreign currency.
The following activities, among others, generally require the permission or
retrospective announcement of the foreign exchange authority, the National Bank
of Hungary:
o Procurement of credit from foreign parties, as well as the
execution of contracts under which debts to foreign parties
will be incurred;
o Monetary exchange whether into convertible currency or into
Forints, payments made with convertible currency or any other
possession of convertible currency except ordinary commercial
transactions;
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o Execution of purchase, gift or other contracts related to
domestic properties between Hungarian and foreign parties, or
by Hungarian parties for the benefit of foreign parties;
o Building construction in Hungary by foreign parties; and
o Write-offs in convertible currencies.
Hungarian companies which are not established in duty-free zones are
obliged to keep their books in local currency only. With the modification of
the foreign exchange law, a new foreign exchange accounting system was set up
commencing on April 1, 1995, in which companies can keep their foreign exchange
revenues from exports and from which they can transfer foreign exchange for
their rising costs. This system extends the previous entitlement by which a
Hungarian company with foreign participation or a wholly foreign-owned
Hungarian company may keep the cash portion of the foreign partners' share
capital in a separate convertible currency bank account. Money in the
convertible currency account can always be converted into local currency.
Restrictions are not imposed on foreign ownership of Hungarian
businesses. As a foreign owner of a Hungarian company, the Company is entitled
to receive dividends or refunds of its capital in a convertible currency,
without restrictions. As such, it may have such dividends or refunds converted
into United States currency by the Hungarian central bank, and then
repatriated. Dividends of Hungarian companies may only be paid from retained
earnings as determined in accordance with Hungarian statutory accounting
regulations. Such retained earnings are different from the Company's
consolidated retained earnings due to a number of differences in accounting
standards used.
Foreigners may acquire real estate with the prior consent of the County
Public Administration Office. However, any registered company with foreign
participation may acquire real estate only to the extent it is needed for
undertaking the company's commercial activities.
Any legal entity or private entrepreneur engaged in foreign trade
activity must notify the Ministry of Industry and Trade at the commencement of
such activity. Approximately 95% of products and services may be imported
freely into Hungary. Although in theory every product and service may be
exported and imported, certain strategic items require a special import or
export license, procured from the Ministry of Industry and Trade. In addition,
there are certain items, such as armaments, precious metals and their alloys,
cars, medicines, radioactive materials, cereals and some consumer goods that
may be imported and exported only by Hungarian companies with a license or an
ad hoc permission. The business of Investor is affected by this system in the
case of cars and cereals for which both Interag and Agrimpex, respectively,
have obtained the required licenses from the Hungarian government.
Companies incorporated in Hungary are subject to a corporate income tax
on their worldwide profits. Foreign companies carrying out taxable activities
in Hungary are subject to corporate income tax on their net profits derived
from Hungarian sources. The corporate tax rate until the end of 1996 consisted
of two levels of taxation: an 18% rate on profits and a 23% rate on dividends
paid. The two level tax was a significant change from the rate that that had
previously existed until the end of 1994. However, because of the method of
taxation, the total corporate rate was 33.3%.
For 1997, the 23% supplementary tax will be abolished, and profits will
be subject to a linear tax levied at 18%. A typical dividend tax at 20% was
introduced.
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Dividend tax is not payable on:
o distributions to Hungarian resident companies- unless the
distribution is made in cash;
o dividends reinvested by foreign shareholders directly into
existing or new Hungarian companies;
o increase in share capital if the capital was increased from 1995
or 1996 profits and the decision is made before May 31st, 1997 and
reported to the Court of Registration ...... before June 30th,
1997, and the increase is maintained for three calendar years; or
o 1997 and 1998 dividends, if the source of the dividend payment is
pre-1995 profits.
Business Conditions in Hungary
Investor conducts business primarily in Hungary and as such is
significantly affected by the general business and political conditions in that
country. Prior to the economic reforms which began in 1968, Hungary had a
socialist, centrally-planned economy based on physical output targets and
central administrative directives. In 1968, a new system of economic management
was initiated, aimed at developing a more market-oriented economy. Fundamental
economic reforms introduced in recent years include privatizing state-owned
enterprises, instituting external trade reforms, creating a two-tier banking
system, modernizing the infrastructure, developing a Western European-style tax
system and implementing laws on banking, accounting and bankruptcy. The
Government also has liberalized prices and wages, reduced government subsidies
and granted state-owned businesses greater freedom in decision-making. In
addition, customs-free zones have been established for joint ventures between
Hungarian enterprises and foreign companies.
The Government's economic strategy with the implementation of the
stabilization program, introduced in March 1995, was to reach sustainable
economic growth, accompanied by an improving external and internal equilibrium.
Early in 1997, the positive results of the Government's package are obvious,
especially with respect to the external and internal balance and to
privatization.
Concerning the external balance, the current account deficit for 1996 is
$1.68 billion (3.9% of GDP), compared to $2.48 billion (5.7% of GDP) at the end
of 1995. The GDP in 1994 was 9.4%. The account deficit for 1996 is well below
the targeted current account deficit and less than the annual inflow of foreign
direct investment ($1.98 billion in 1996).
Due to improving internal and external debt indicators and to the
confidence in the economic policy pursued, the external assessment of the
financial position of the country has also considerably changed. Hungary became
a member of the OECD in early 1996 and the important credit agencies have
upgraded the rating of the country from speculative into investment in 1996.
Privatization, one of the most important elements of the transformation
process, is nearing its completion. Foreign direct investment of $1.98 billion
in 1996, and $4.45 billion in 1995 (more than 10% of GDP) arrived in the
country. In the last two years, the strategic sectors of telecommunications and
the energy sectors, were the main areas of privatization. Bank privatization
has started and has made important steps, including the selling of one of the
largest banks, the Hungarian Credit Bank (MHB). The process of privatization
should be completed by end of 1997.
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During 1996, the conditions of a balanced macroeconomic growth gained
ground in Hungary's economy. The dramatic adjustment process that the economy
underwent was not accompanied by an economic downturn. In the first half of the
year, GDP was stagnating. However, in the third quarter, a growth of 1% was
registered, and followed in the fourth quarter, by an increase in dynamism
(compared to the same period of the previous year) as an organic consequence of
the restructuring of the economy. Industrial output for 1996, was 2.3% overall,
with sharp differences in favor of export-oriented sectors. Agricultural
production increased by 5%. Consumer price rises were lower each month of the
year, compared to the monthly rates in 1995 (except for January when centrally
regulated energy prices were readjusted.) totaling 19.8% in December 1996
compared to 28.3% in December 1995 (despite the considerable price adjustment
in energy prices). Nevertheless, the decline in the rate of prices were less
than expected earlier. Domestic savings continued to increase. In 1995, the
source of higher total savings was household savings and in 1996, the economic
growth was dominated by a decline in the general government borrowing
requirement. The last two years have seen a reallocation of resources from
households to the business sector.
Regarding the outlook for the coming years, developments in the economy
conform expectations concerning the continuing improvement of the domestic and
external financial position of the country and the moderate but steady increase
in GDP. Economic activity is expected to increase in dynamism, leading to a GDP
growth rate of around 2-3% in 1997 and accelerating in the years following. The
main obstacle to economic growth in 1996 was the heavy decline in domestic
demand. In 1997, no decline in the real income of households is expected. No
further improvement in the primary balance of the general government is needed,
as profits of the corporate sector allow the increase in capital investment. In
1997, an 11-12% investment growth is expected in volume terms. As a result of
the privatization in the energy sector and the adjustment of energy prices to
costs, foreign investors in this sector are expected to invest some HUF 400
billion in Hungary over the next few years. GDP growth might be based on the
increase in exports and investments.
The annual average rate of inflation in 1997 is expected around 17% in
December 1997 and 18-19% on average throughout the year as a whole. According
to expectations, inflation can be reduced by as much as 4-5 % in each of the
next few years. Both exports and imports are expected to grow by 9-10% in
volume terms in 1997. The rate of the preannounced devaluation of the Forint
was maintained at 1.2% per month in the first quarter of 1997, but it was
reduced to 1.1% per month in the second quarter onwards.
Political Conditions in Hungary
During the late 1980s, the political system in Hungary underwent dramatic
changes. In 1989 non-communist political parties were established and initial
steps were taken toward the first free elections in the country since 1947. On
October 23, 1989, the country's name was changed from "The Hungarian People's
Republic" to the "Republic of Hungary" and a new constitution was adopted.
Under its new constitution, Hungary has instituted a multiparty democratic
government.
The former opposition parties (socialists and liberals) won the second
free elections in June 1994. The coalition government is aware of the
short-term difficulties associated with the transformation of Hungary's
economy, such as lower GDP and high unemployment and is committed
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to establishing a market economy and further integration of Hungary into the
Western European and international economies.
Hungary is pursuing political as well as economic integration with
Western Europe, including membership in the European Community ("EC"). The
timing of Hungary's accession to full EC membership will depend on political
developments and the continued restructuring and development of Hungary's
economy, and will require the approval of all EC member nations.
ISRAEL TRACTOR
General
Israel Tractor is a corporation organized under the laws of the state of
Israel. It is engaged in the sale of tractors and other heavy equipment such as
construction equipment, diesel engines and trucks, and spare parts for such
equipment. Israel Tractor is the exclusive dealer in Israel for Caterpillar and
Bobcat tractors and Navistar trucks and is also a dealer for Ingersoll Rand
equipment. Israel Tractor also services the machinery it sells. Israel Tractor
believes that it has good relationships with all of its suppliers.
Israel Tractor serves a large number of customers in Israel,
approximately 55% of whom are in the construction business and 18% of whom are
in the mining business. For the year ended December 31, 1996, approximately 71%
of the total sales was Caterpillar tractors, 11% was Navistar trucks and Bobcat
and Ingersol-Rand equipment was 9% each. Israel Tractor faces competition from
other distributors of tractors and other heavy equipment, as most manufacturers
of such equipment operate in Israel through dealers.
Israel Tractor's current agreement with Caterpillar was entered into in
April 1992. The agreement may be terminated without cause, which may occur upon
six months notice by either party, or for cause by Caterpillar upon the
occurrence of certain events (such as bankruptcy, insolvency, cessation of
business by the dealer, or default on financing agreements with Caterpillar).
Israel Tractor's current agreement with Navistar is on an annual basis
commencing in January 1996 and expiring in December 1996. This agreement may be
terminated prior to expiration by mutual consent of the parties, upon 60 days'
written notice by either party, or for cause by Navistar upon the occurrence of
certain events (such as default in the payment of obligations to Navistar,
insolvency or change of corporate control or management of the dealer).
At December, 1996, Israel Tractor employed 350 persons.
Political and Economic Conditions in Israel
As a corporation organized and operated in Israel, Israel Tractor is
subject to certain general business conditions applicable to Israeli
businesses. The principal offices and workshop facilities of Israel Tractor are
located in Israel and are directly affected by economic, political and military
conditions in that country.
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Since its war of independence in 1948, Israel has sought peace with its
Arab neighbors. A breakthrough took place due to the courageous step taken in
1977 by the late President of Egypt, Anwar Sadat, who agreed to negotiate
directly with and recognize Israel. The talks led to the Camp David Agreement
in 1978 and to the signing of a peace agreement with Egypt in 1979. The second
step occurred after the Gulf War with the collapse of the Soviet Union
communist regime, and the setting up of a new political order, which lead to
bilateral talks between Israel, Syria and Jordan and the Palestinians.
The following is the time line of major events and agreements:
October 30, 1991 Opening of the Madrid peace conference between
Israel and the Palestinians, Jordan, Syria and
Lebanon
September 13, 1993 Declaration of Principles between Israel and
the PLO in Washington
May 4, 1994 The Cairo agreement on "Gaza Strip and Jericho First"
July 15, 1994 Israel-Jordan Declaration, in Washington
August 29, 1994 Early empowerment to the Palestinians
October 16, 1994 Peace Treaty between Israel and Jordan
On September 9th, 1993, after almost two years of talks since the Madrid
Conference, a breakthrough was achieved between Israel and the PLO,
representing the Palestinians. Yasser Arafat, Chairman of the PLO, sent a
letter to Prime Minister Rabin in which he declared the following:
o Recognition of Israel's existence and its right to live in peace
and security;
o Acceptance of United Nations resolutions 242 and 338;
o Commitment to solve the conflict by peaceful means;
o Cessation of all types of terror;
o Assumption of responsibility over all factions of the PLO;
o Confirmation that those articles of the Palestinian Charter
calling for the destruction of Israel and denying its right to
exist would no longer be valid; and
o Obligation to submit to the Palestinian National Council an
approval of the need for changes in the Palestinian Charter.
Due to the above, Israel agreed to recognize the PLO as the Palestinian
representative to the peace talks.
In September 1993, Israel and the Palestinians signed a Declaration of
Principles which dealt with matters relating to the transfer of power to the
Palestinians.
The Gaza Strip and Jericho agreement of May 4, 1994 involves various
topics relating to the Gaza Strip area and sixty-five square kilometers of the
Jericho area. The civilian administration in the Gaza Strip and Jericho will be
disbanded and its responsibilities passed on to the Palestinian
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authorities, in twenty-five sectors of which the major ones are education,
tourism, agriculture, water, transportation, electricity, health, finances,
commerce. Early in 1997, an additional agreement was signed regarding the
Hebron area and the civilian administration was transferred to the PLO.
Economic relations between the State of Israel and the Palestinian
Authority have been agreed upon within the scope of the Paris Agreement, signed
in April 1994. This agreement applies initially to the Gaza Strip and Jericho
and later on will apply to the entire West Bank for the interim period.
Both sides agreed on the establishment of a Joint Economic Committee to
supervise the implementation of the agreement. The fact that there is no
physical border between Israel and the Territories, and a situation of near
free movement, led to an agreement establishing a relationship between the
parties on this point.
The dramatic developments in the political sphere, with the signing of
the Accord of Principle between Israel and the PLO in September 1993 and the
Peace Treaty with Jordan in October 1994, are opening new doors and
opportunities for business and economic activity. The changing political
relations are already spilling-over, transforming Israel's economic relations
both with its immediate neighbors and with the rest of the world.
The performance of the Israeli economy for the first half of the 90's has
been exceptionally good, culminating in a GDP growth rate of 6.5% in 1994,
putting it first among OECD countries. The second half of the decade is
expected to show a vigorous though slightly slower growth accompanied by
reduced inflation. The Government debt as a percentage of GDP has been cut in
half, from close to 180% to 88% in 1994, and the foreign debt as a percentage
of GDP has been cut by two thirds from close to 80% to below 25% in 1994.
Two important elements stand behind such a development. The ongoing peace
process between Israel and its neighbors (see above) and the large wave of
immigration that shook the economy into action in 1990. Since 1990, some
600,000 new immigrants have arrived, mostly from the former Soviet Union (CIS)
increasing the population of Israel by an additional 12% and the labor market
by even more due to the immigrant's high participation rate. The exceptionally
high level of skills and education of this wave of immigrants with double the
proportion of university post-graduates than that of the established
population, has made the Israeli labor force one of the most highly skilled in
the world. Two thirds of the immigrants arrived during the first two years,
1990-91, after which the flow decelerated to a constant stream of approximately
75,000 new immigrants a year, thus easing the problem of economic integration
for Israel. The impact on the Israeli economy has been to propel it to a fast
track both with a one time jump and with long term effects.
The immediate impact was felt in the residential construction sector
which became a locomotive for the economy for almost three years. Housing
starts, doubled in 1990 and doubled again in 1991, thus quadrupling its number
compared to the eighties level. Later, the strain put on an already
deteriorating infrastructure brought about a dramatic expansion in activity
which saw a 26% rise in expenditures in 1992, followed by a further rise of 34%
in 1993 and 20% in 1994. This activity includes road construction, water and
sewage works, electric and telecommunication facilities, among others. This has
had a beneficial effect on the trade of Israel Tractor.
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Israel's economy has been subject to numerous destabilizing factors,
including a period of rapid inflation in the early to mid-1980's, low foreign
exchange rates, military conflicts and fluctuations in world commodity prices.
However, since 1985 the rate of inflation has been stabilized. During the
calendar years 1992 through 1996 the annual rates of inflation were
approximately 9.4%, 11.2%, 14%, 8% and 10.6%, respectively, as compared to
devaluations of the Israeli shekel against the dollar during the same periods
of approximately 21.1%, 8%, 1%, 4% and 3.7%, respectively. Israel Tractor has
been able to limit the effect of such devaluations on its financial statements
through the purchase of forward currency contracts. Israel's foreign exchange
reserve position has risen from $3.2 billion in 1985 to approximately $12
billion as of December 31, 1996.
The gross national product in 1996 rose by 4.4%, compared to 7.1% in 1995
and an annual average of 6% in 1990-95. The slowdown in economic activity
during 1996 was also reflected by the level of investments in fixed assets,
which fell by 8.6% in real terms during the second half of the year.
The annualized rate of growth in private consumption slowed to 4.8%
during the second half of 1996, compared to 7.9% in the first half. The trade
deficit in 1996, excluding ships, planes and diamonds totaled $10.4 billion.
The domestic budget deficit, excluding credit allocations, totaled NIS 15
billion in 1996 or 4.9% of GDP. Since the targeted deficit for the year was
2.5% of GDP, the actual deficit was higher than planned by 2.4% in GDP terms.
The large deficit in 1996 was entirely the result of government revenues
falling below the initial forecasts around the planned budget.
All in all, as a result of political uncertainty and unrest, and the cut
in the deficit, there was a considerable drop in infrastructure work,
consumption and tourism in 1996.
BALTON
General
Balton is a management and holding company serving its African
subsidiaries which operate in Nigeria, Zambia, Ghana, Kenya, Tanzania and
Uganda and which are located in and organized under the laws of the
jurisdiction where they operate. Balton manages the financial and commercial
activities of its subsidiaries and acts as a trading house for its subsidiaries
and customers in other African countries maintaining contact with suppliers,
manufacturers, shipping companies, and banks.
The primary subsidiaries of Balton are Amiran Zambia Ltd. ("Amiran
Zambia"), Dizengoff Ghana Ltd. ("Dizengoff Ghana"), Amiran Kenya Ltd. ("Amiran
Kenya"), Tanzania Transcontinental Trading Co. Ltd. ("Tanzania Trading") Balton
BV-DWA Nigeria Ltd. ("Balton (Nigeria)") and Balton (U) Ltd. Uganda ("Balton
Uganda"). During 1996, Balton, through a rights issue of shares, acquired a
majority equity interest in Dizengoff WA (Nigeria) Ltd ("Dizengoff Nigeria").
The principal products traded by Balton and its subsidiaries are
agri-chemicals and agricultural implements, radio communication,
telecommunications, air conditioning and electrical equipment.
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Balton has dealership concessions with Motorola Communications and Radius
Equipment which it holds on behalf of its subsidiaries in Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya
and Uganda. The current distribution agreements with Motorola Communications
are for a one-year period expiring in December 1997, renewable for successive
one-year periods and may be terminated by either party upon 60 days' written
notice. In addition, Balton Nigeria is involved in the installation of water
supply equipment and Tanzania Trading is involved in the manufacture of animal
foodstuffs.
During the first quarter of 1994, Balton Nigeria commenced preliminary
work for the construction and installation of a water treatment plant and
related facilities in Katsina, Nigeria. Work on this contract continued during
1995 and 1996 but at a slower pace than specified by the contract agreement due
to insufficient funding from the client. The project has been subject to a
single variation order and is valued at approximately $115 million. A
substantial portion of the work has been subcontracted. By November 1996, the
original period for completion of the total contract expired and the work
completed amounted to approximately 20% of the total contract. The client has
agreed, in principle, that the company completes the project, subject to the
revised terms and conditions, which are still to be finalized. Completion of
this project is subject to the political and economic risks associated with
doing business in Nigeria. See Note D of Notes to Consolidated Financial
Statements.
Roughly 50% of the goods supplied by Balton are from Israeli suppliers,
although virtually all irrigation and air conditioning equipment is from
Israel. Balton's other sources of supply come from a diverse group of suppliers
worldwide. The bulk of Balton's customers are located in the African countries
where it conducts business. The Company's business is not dependent on a single
customer or small group of customers. Approximately 50% of sales by Balton's
subsidiaries are for cash, with the balance on credit terms with an average of
60 days.
At March 31, 1997, Balton, its subsidiaries and associated companies,
employed a total of approximately 550 persons.
Economic and Political Conditions in Africa
The economic and political climate of the African countries may directly
affect the transaction of business by Balton and its African subsidiaries. In
particular, the currencies of the African countries where Balton transacts
business have been subject to significant devaluation against the United States
dollar. However, during 1996, the majority of the currencies remained stable
and there have not been significant foreign currency exchange losses in the
year. See Note P of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements. In addition,
business activity in certain countries is subject to significant foreign
exchange regulation as well as price verification.
In addition, the economies of individual African countries may differ
favorably or unfavorably from the U.S. economy in such respects as growth of
gross domestic product, rate of inflation, currency depreciation, capital
reinvestment, resources, self-sufficiency and balance of payments position. In
particular, there were significant rates of inflation during 1996 in the
African countries where Balton transacts business. Further, the economies of
African countries generally are heavily dependent upon international trade and,
accordingly, may be adversely affected by trade barriers, exchange controls,
managed adjustments in relative currency values and other protectionist
measures imposed or negotiated by the countries with which they trade. These
economies also may be adversely affected by economic conditions in the
countries with which they trade.
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With respect to any African country, there is the possibility of
nationalization, expropriation or confiscatory taxation, political changes,
government regulation, social instability or diplomatic developments (including
war) which could affect adversely the economies of such countries or the value
of the Company's investments in those countries.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION ABOUT INDUSTRY AND GEOGRAPHIC SEGMENTS
For disclosure regarding the Company's business segments and geographic
areas, see Note R of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements filed under
Item 8 of this Annual Report on Form 10-K (the "Report").
ITEM 2. PROPERTIES
Israel Tractor operates from substantial workshop facilities in three
locations in Israel which are adequate for its purposes: it owns the freehold
on one piece of land in Holon on which is situated a building and leases two
pieces of property - one property located in Kiriat Bialik under a lease from
the Israel Land Administration which expires in 2023; the second property in
Beersheba pursuant to a lease with the Israel Land Administration whose term is
49 years and expires in 2028.
Investor currently operates from an office building (located in Budapest)
,which is owned by Interag. Investor and Interag use 3,058 square meters and
384 square meters, respectively, of office space. Investor and Interag have
determined that this office space is adequate for their current needs and a
portion of the space is sublet. Interag continues to own or lease several
properties which, following the reorganization of Interag are now utilized,
principally by third parties, for retail operations. The other two office
buildings (total square meters of 5,550) comprising the former headquarters are
sublet.
Interag's title to several real estate holdings in Hungary, including its
Budapest office building and a number of sites due to be sold to Shell was
challenged in 1993. Specifically, the Municipality of the XIII District has
challenged Interag's title to certain parcels of real property in Budapest.
Similar challenges have been entered by four other districts. Interag was
taking legal action to refuse these challenges During 1995, the Budapest
Metropolitan Court upheld Interag's title to these properties and registration
of such title has now been completed. Completion of the sale of certain of
these properties to Shell under the agreement of 1993 was effected in December
1997. The sale of the remaining three sites is now proceeding.
Agrimpex leases office space in Budapest. Its Agrimill subsidiary owns a
head office in Bekescsaba, 18 sites in Bekes County and one in Budapest, which
include 4 flour mills, 1 rice mill, 4
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feed mixer plants, and 9 silo or warehouse facilities. Agrimill's facilities in
the aggregate are situated on 496,600 square meters of land and include 113,900
square meters in building space.
Viktoria operates from a head office in Kecskemet, and owns twelve sites
in Bacs-Kiscun County, which includes four flour mills, one compound feed mixer
plant, one corn flaking plant and substantial silos and warehousing facilities,
together with a port on the Danube at Baja.
Balton leases office and warehouse space in the African countries where
it operates. Balton leases 9 properties under long term leases (i.e. for terms
of ten years or more except for an office for which it has a five year lease)
in various locations in Nigeria (ranging in space from 240 square meters to
4,100 square meters). Balton leases four properties in Nairobi, Kenya under
annual leases; an office and warehouses in Accra, Ghana pursuant to a long term
lease; three locations for office, house, factory and warehouse space in
Lusaka, Zambia, pursuant to long term leases; an office and factory in Dar es
Salaam, Tanzania pursuant to leases with the Government, and a house, office
and an office and warehouse in Kampala, Uganda under an annual lease.
ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
None.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
The Company's 1996 annual meeting of stockholders was held on
October 31,1996. At that meeting, the following proposals were submitted to the
Company's stockholders: (1) election of the Company's current Board of
Directors and (2) ratification of Grant Thornton, LLP as independent
accountants of the Company for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1996.
At the meeting, the Company's nominees for directors were elected.
For Bernard Schreier 1,159,642 shares were voted for and 3,128 shares withheld;
for Gideon Schreier 1,159,642 shares were voted for and 3,128 shares withheld;
for Michael Wreschner 1,159,642 shares were voted for and 3,128 shares
withheld; for Leonard Goldfine 1,160,392 shares were voted for and 2,378 shares
withheld; for Wilfred Wyler, 1,160,392 shares were voted for and 2,378 were
withheld; and for Alfred Simon 1,160,392 shares were voted for and 2,378 shares
withheld. The appointment of Grant Thornton as the Company's independent
accountants for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1996 was approved with
1,159,548 shares being cast for, 1,286 shares being cast against and 1,936
shares abstaining.
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PART II
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY AND RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS
The Company's Common Stock is quoted on the NASDAQ SmallCap Market
(Symbol: IICR). The following tables set forth, for the periods indicated, the
high and low bid price of the Common Stock as reported by NASDAQ. These
over-the-counter market quotations reflect inter-dealer prices, without retail
mark-up, mark-down or commission and may not necessarily represent actual
transactions.
PERIOD HIGH LOW
- ------ ---- ---
1995
- ----
1st quarter $54 $29
2nd quarter $41 $32
3rd quarter $51 1/2 $32
4th quarter $40 1/2 $40
1996
- ----
1st quarter $40 3/4 $34
2nd quarter $37 $34
3rd quarter $35 1/2 $35
4th quarter $40 $36
1997
- ----
1st quarter $39 3/4 $36
As of March 31, 1997, there were 1670 record holders of the Company's
Common Stock.
As a registered investment company, the Company paid regular annual
dividends. However, as an operating company, the Company's policy has been to
conserve cash for future operating and capital expenditures and accordingly,
the Company does not plan to declare dividends in the foreseeable future. No
dividend payments were made in 1994, 1995 or 1996.
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ITEM 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
The following table sets forth certain consolidated financial data for
the Company as at and for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993
and 1992 which should be read in conjunction with the Consolidated Financial
Statements (including the notes thereto) and Item 7. Management's Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations appearing
elsewhere in this Report.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992
- ------------------------ ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
(In thousands, except per share data)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Statement of Income Data:
Net sales .......................................... $ 275,820 $ 280,921 $ 245,185 $ 250,820 $ 252,340
Gross profit ....................................... 65,227 60,946 51,512 54,890 63,539
Selling, general and administrative expenses ....... 49,083 43,401 37,978 53,543 52,327
Operating income ................................... 16,144 17,545 13,534 1,347 11,212
Other income
Interest income .................................... 2,285 3,624 6,729 8,068 10,621
Dividend income .................................... 22 254 149 612 2,622
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliates ............ 4,230 3,823 (28) 433 2,130
Foreign currency gain (loss) ....................... (263) (385) 1,330 (2,459) (1,586)
Gain on sale of non-current assets ................. 2,230 1,373 1,632 12,876 1,292
Interest expense ................................... (4,100) (4,764) (4,705) (3,842) (1,533)
Rental income ...................................... 1,710 1,249 1,356 1,059 670
Nonrecurring gain- ................................. 6,746
settlement of warranty claim
Other-net ......................................... (1,566) (1,199) 573 1,058 (882)
Income before minority interest and income taxes ... 20,692 21,520 27,316 19,152 24,546
Net income ......................................... 12,711 11,641 16,141 6,218 9,454
Net income per common share ........................ $ 8.93 $ 8.18 $ 11.34 $ 4.37 $ 6.64
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding 1,423 1,423 1,423 1,423 1,423
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
AT DECEMBER 31, 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992
- --------------- ---- ---- ---- ---- ----
(In thousands)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Balance Sheet Data:
Working capital ................................ $ 47,464 $ 49,416 $ 67,576 $ 39,391 $ 55,270
Total assets ................................... 203,556 175,449 175,949 203,351 206,086
Short-term debt, including current maturities of
long term debt ................................ 35,838 17,046 21,539 24,198 6,334
Long-term debt, excluding current maturities ... 2,160 2,528 2,179 2,291 2,510
Total liabilities .............................. 95,032 70,979 73,936 103,416 101,834
Minority interest in subsidiaries .............. 20,494 22,171 24,643 35,427 40,041
Stockholders' equity ........................... 88,030 82,299 77,370 64,508 64,211
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ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
Substantially all of the Company's revenues are derived from foreign
operations. As such, its income is significantly affected by fluctuations in
currency exchange rates and by currency controls. Most of the countries where
the Company operates such as Hungary and several African countries do not have
freely convertible currencies and their currencies have been subject to
devaluations in recent years. In particular, during 1996, the income from the
Company's Hungarian and African subsidiaries was significantly reduced by
losses arising from foreign exchange transactions due to significant currency
devaluations against the U.S. dollar. The Hungarian currency which is not
freely convertible and which floats against a basket of two currencies (the
U.S. dollar and the European Currency Unit) underwent devaluations against the
U.S. dollar at the rate of 21% during 1996. Since the beginning of 1997, the
Hungarian currency has been further devalued by approximately 9% against the
U.S. Dollar. Since the functional currency for Investor is the Forint, these
devaluations have resulted in certain currency translation adjustments directly
impacting stockholders' equity. See Notes A(8) and P of Notes to Consolidated
Financial Statements filed under Item 8 of this Report.
The Company may be subject to tax in some or all of the foreign
countries in which it has operations. However, foreign taxes imposed on the
Company's income may qualify as a foreign income tax and therefore be eligible
for credit against the Company's United States income tax liability subject to
certain limitations set out in the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended
(or alternatively, for deduction against income in determining such liability).
The limitations set out in the Code include, among others, computation rules
under which foreign tax credits allowable with respect to specific classes of
income cannot exceed the United States federal income taxes otherwise payable
with respect to each class of income. Foreign income taxes exceeding the credit
limitation for the year of payment or accrual can be carried back for two
taxable years and forward for five taxable years, in order to reduce United
States federal income taxes, subject to the credit limitations applicable in
each of such years. Other restrictions on the foreign tax credit include a
prohibition on the use of the credit to reduce liability for the United States
corporate alternative minimum taxes by more than 90%.
The Company has three principal areas of operation with respect to its
subsidiaries:
(a) Investor and its subsidiaries in Hungary
(b) Israel Tractor in Israel
(c) Balton and its subsidiaries in Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia, Tanzania,
Kenya and Uganda.
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The Company has five principal business segments:
(a) vehicle sales and service
(b) export/import and processing/storage of agricultural products
(c) the distribution of tractors and other heavy equipment
(d) the sale of agricultural, communications and electrical equipment
(e) other industries including retail and wholesale consumer
products and Hungarian corporate.
1996 Compared to 1995
The table below sets forth for 1996 and 1995 certain information
with respect to the results of operations of the Company and its principal
subsidiaries.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 Net Sales Gross Profit Income before Net Income (Loss)
- ---- --------- ------------ Income Taxes and -----------------
Minority Interests
------------------
Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount %
------ - ------ - ------ - ------ -
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
IIC Industries Inc. -- -- -- -- $0.9 4.4 $0.8 6.3
(parent company)
Israel Tractors & $81.8 29.6 $24.2 37.1 6.3 30.4 4.8 37.8
Equipment Co. (Israel)
Balton CP Group (Africa) 57.3 20.8 18.4 28.2 8.9 43.0 2.9 22.8
Investor RT Group (Hungary) 136.7 49.6 22.6 34.7 4.6 22.2 4.2 33.1
----- ---- ---- ---- --- ---- --- ----
$275.8 100 $65.2 100 $20.7 100 $12.7 100
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</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 Net Sales Gross Profit Income before Net Income (Loss)
- ---- --------- ------------ Income Taxes and -----------------
Minority Interests
------------------
Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount %
------ - ------ - ------ - ------ -
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
IIC Industries Inc. -- -- -- -- $0.3 1.4 $(0.1) (0.8)
(parent company)
Israel Tractors & $91.4 32.5 $24.5 40.2 8.8 40.9 6.0 51.7
Equipment Co. (Israel)
Balton CP Group (Africa) 43.2 15.4 11.6 19.0 3.2 14.9 1.0 8.6
Investor RT Group (Hungary) 146.3 52.1 24.9 40.8 9.2 42.8 4.7 40.5
----- ---- ---- ---- --- ---- --- ----
$280.9 100.0 $61.0 100.0 $21.5 100.0 $11.6 100.0
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The table below sets forth for 1996 and 1995 certain information
with respect to the results of operations of the Company and its five principal
business segments.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995
Operating Operating
Net sales Gross Profit Income (Loss) Net Sales Gross Profit Income (Loss)
--------- ------------ ------------- --------- ------------ -------------
Amount % Amount % Amount Amount % Amount % Amount
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions)
- ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ------------------ -------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Vehicle sales and
distribution Investor) $ 12.0 4.4 $ 1.7 2.6 $(0.2) 10.0 3.6 $ 2.0 3.3 $(0.2)
Export and import of
agricultural product
(Investor) 121.6 44.1 20.0 30.7 2.3 122.8 43.7 20.6 33.7 6.4
Other Industries 3.1 1.1 0.9 1.4 (2.2) 13.5 4.8 2.3 3.8 (3.4)
(Investor)
Tractors and heavy
equipment 81.8 29.7 24.2 37.1 6.6 91.4 32.5 24.5 40.2 9.8
(Israel Tractor)
Agricultural,
communications and
electrical equipment
(Balton) 57.3 20.7 18.4 28.2 9.6 43.2 15.4 11.6 19.0 4.9
------ ----- ----- ---- ----- ------ --- ----- --- -----
$275.8 100 $65.2 100 $16.1 $280.9 100 $61.0 100 $17.5
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</TABLE>
1995 Compared to 1994
The table below sets forth for 1995 and 1994 certain information with
respect to the results of operations of the Company and its principal
subsidiaries.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 Net Sales Gross Profit Income before Net Income (Loss)
- ---- --------- ------------ Minority Interests -----------------
and Income Taxes
----------------
Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount %
------ - ------ - ------ - ------ -
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
IIC Industries Inc. -- -- -- -- $0.3 1.4 $(0.1) (0.8)
(parent company)
Israel Tractors & $91.4 32.5 $24.5 40.2 8.8 40.9 6.0 51.7
Equipment Co. (Israel)
Balton CP Group (Africa) 43.2 15.4 11.6 19.0 3.2 14.9 1.0 8.6
Investor RT Group (Hungary) 146.3 52.1 24.9 40.8 9.2 42.8 4.7 40.5
----- ---- ---- ---- --- ---- --- ----
$ 280.9 100.0 $ 61.0 100.0 $ 21.5 100.0 $ 11.6 100.0
===== ===== === ===== ====== ===== ====== =====
</TABLE>
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1994 Net Sales Gross Profit Income before Net Income (Loss)
- ---- --------- ------------ Minority Interests -----------------
and Income Taxes
----------------
Amount % Amount % Amount % Amount %
------ - ------ - ------ - ------ -
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
IIC Industries Inc. -- -- -- -- $ (0.2) (0.8) $(0.4) (2.5)
(parent company)
Israel Tractors & $85.8 35.0 $23.2 45.0 10.5 38.5 7.3 45.3
Equipment Co. (Israel)
Balton CP Group (Africa) 26.5 10.8 6.8 13.2 0.7 2.6 0.1 0.7
Investor RT Group (Hungary) 132.9 54.2 21.5 41.8 16.3 59.7 9.1 56.5
----- ---- ---- ---- ---- ---- --- ----
$ 245.2 100.0 $ 51.5 100.0 $ 27.3 100.0 $ 16.1 100.0
===== ===== ====== ===== ====== ===== ====== =====
</TABLE>
The table below sets forth for 1995 and 1994 certain information with
respect to the results of operations of the Company and its five principal
business segments.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
Operating Operating
Net sales Gross Profit Income (Loss) Net Sales Gross Profit Income (Loss)
--------- ------------ -------------- --------- ------------ -------------
Amount % Amount % Amount Amount % Amount % Amount
(In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions) (In millions) In millions)
- ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Vehicle sales and
distribution (Investor) $ 10.0 3.6 $ 2.0 3.3 $(0.2) $ 12.0 4.9 $ 2.4 4.7 $ (0.3)
Export and import of
agricultural products
(Investor) 122.8 43.7 20.6 33.7 6.4 105.0 42.8 15.5 30.1 7.9
Other Industries 13.5 4.8 2.3 3.8 (3.4) 15.9 6.5 3.6 7.0 (4.1)
(Investor)
Tractors and heavy
equipment 91.4 32.5 24.5 40.2 9.8 85.8 35.0 23.2 45.0 9.9
(Israel Tractor)
Agricultural,
communications and
ectrical equipment
(Balton) 43.2l 5.4 11.6 19.0 4.9 26.5 10.8 6.8 13.2 0.1
------- --- ----- ---- ----- ------ ---- ----- ---- ------
$ 280.9 100 $61.0 100 $17.5 $245.2 100 $51.5 100 $ 13.5
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Net Sales. Net sales on a consolidated basis in 1996 decreased by
$5.1 million as compared to 1995. This decrease was mainly attributable to a
reduction in demand for the Company's products
Gross Profit. Gross Profit on a consolidated basis in 1996 increased by
approximately $4.3 million, or approximately 7.1%, to $65.2 million, or
approximately 23.6% of net sales, from approximately $61.0 million, or
approximately 21.7% of net sales, in 1995. This increase was primarily
attributable to improved margins achieved by the Balton group.
Operating income. Operating income on a consolidated basis in 1996
decreased by approximately $1.4 million, to approximately $16.1 million, or
approximately 5.9% of net sales, from approximately $17.5 million, or
approximately 6.2% of net sales in 1995. This decrease was principally due the
irregular transactions carried out by the management of Agrimill. (See Note O
of the Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements)
Interest income. Interest income decreased in 1996 by approximately $1.3
million, or approximately 36.9%, to approximately $2.3 million due to the
investment of its cash by Interag in shares of Danubius.
Equity in earnings of affiliates Equity in earnings of affiliates
increased in 1996 by $0.4 million primarily due to the Danubius investment.
Foreign currency gains and losses. There was a foreign currency net loss
in 1996 of $0.3 million compared to a loss in 1995 of $0.4 million.
However, the foreign translation adjustment loss (see stockholders' equity
calculation) increased from approximately $18.8 million in 1995 to
approximately $25.8 million in 1996 due primarily to the weakness of the
Hungarian Forint.
Gain on sale of non-current assets. Gain on sale of non-current assets
in 1996 increased by approximately $0.9 million, to approximately $2.2 million.
This increase was primarily due to the sale of the lands to Shell.
Interest expense. Interest expense in 1996 decreased by approximately
$0.7 million, This decrease is primarily due to a reduction in bank loans for
most of the year.
Income before income taxes, and minority interests. Income before income
taxes and minority interests in 1996 decreased by approximately $0.8 million,
or approximately 3.8%, to approximately $20.7 million in 1996 (representing
approximately 7.5% of net sales for that year) from approximately $21.5 million
in 1995 (representing approximately 7.7% of net sales for that year).
Minority interest. Minority interest in 1996 decreased by approximately
$1.7 million, or approximately 7.6% due to the substantial reduction in the
profits of Agrimill.
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Income Taxes Income taxes in 1996 decreased by approximately $0.6
million, or approximately 11% to $5.0 million in 1996. This decrease was
primarily due to the decrease in income tax rates in Hungary and Israel.
Net Income Net income for 1996 increased by approximately $1.1 million
from approximately $11.6 million in 1995 to approximately $12.7 million in
1996. The increase is due to higher net income in the Balton Group. The
increase is partially offset by lower income in Israel Tractor and the Investor
Group.
Investor
The operations of three of the Company's segments are conducted in
Hungary through Investor. During 1996, Investor continued to rationalize
certain unprofitable operations. See Item 1. Business - Investor.
Vehicle Sales and Service Segment
o Net sales for 1996 increased by approximately $2.0 million or
approximately 20%, as compared to 1995.
o Gross Profit for 1996 decreased by approximately $0.3 million to
approximately $1.7 million (representing 14% of net sales for such
year) from approximately $2.0 million in 1995 (representing 20% of
net sales for such year).
o Operating losses were approximately $0.2 million in 1996 and
1995.
The increase in net sales arose from the introduction of new
dealerships, together with improved facilities. However, increased competition
and severe discounting throughout the motor trade affected gross margins.
Export/Import and Processing/Storage of Agricultural Products
Segment
o Net sales for 1996 decreased by approximately $1.2 million, or
approximately 1%, as compared to 1995.
o Gross Profit for 1996 decreased by approximately $0.6 million, or
approximately 3 % to approximately $20.0 million (representing 16%
of net sales for such year) from approximately $20.6 million in
1995 (representing 17% of net sales for such year).
o Operating income for 1996 decreased by approximately $4.1 million,
or approximately 64%, to approximately $2.3 million (representing
1.9% of net sales for such year) from approximately $6.4 million
in 1994 (representing 5.2% of net sales for such year).
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The decrease in net sales was primarily due to lower trading activities
in commodities. The Gross Profit and Operating Income were adversely affected
by the need to make provisions in respect to the irregular transactions carried
out by the Managing Director and two of his Deputies at Agrimill and Viktoria.
The three managers concerned have been dismissed. (See Note O of Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements).
Other Industries
o Net sales for 1996 decreased by approximately $10.4 million, or
approximately 77%, as compared to 1995.
o Gross Profit for 1996 decreased by approximately $1.4 million, or
approximately 61% to approximately $0.9 million (representing 29%
of net sales for such year) from approximately $2.3 million in
1995 (representing 17% of net sales for such year).
o Operating loss for 1996 was approximately $2.2 million compared
with an operating loss of approximately $3.4 million in 1995.
The decrease in net sales and gross profits, as well as the reduction in
operating loss, was due to the continued rationalization and disposal of
marginal businesses.
Israel Tractor: Tractors and Heavy Equipment Segment
o Net sales for 1996 decreased by approximately $9.6 million, or
approximately 10.5% as compared to 1995, due to a reduction in
demand for the Company's products.
o Gross Profit for 1996 decreased by $0.3 million, or 1.2%, to $24.2
million (representing 29.6% of net sales for such year) from $24.5
million in 1995 (representing 26.8% of net sales for such year).
This decrease was due the reduction in Sales.
o Operating income for 1996 decreased by $3.2 million to $6.6
million (representing 8.1% of net sales for such year) from $9.8
million in 1995 (representing 10.7% of net sales for such year) as
a result of lower trading activity.
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Balton: Agricultural, Communications and Electrical Equipment Segment
o Net sales for 1996 increased by $14.1 million, or approximately
33%, as compared to 1995 principally due increased demand for the
Company's products and the consolidation of Dizengoff W.A.
Nigeria, that was previously accounted for under the equity
method.
o Gross Profit for 1996 increased by $6.8 million, or (approximately
59%), to $18.4 million (representing 32% of net sales for such
year) from $11.6 million in 1995 (representing 27% of net sales
for such year). This increase was due the increase in Sales.
o Operating income for 1996 increased by $4.7 million to $9.6
million, (representing 17% of net sales for such year) from $4.9
million in 1995. This increase was due to higher profits at
certain of the African branches and the inclusion of profit from
the contract at Katsina, Nigeria.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
The Company has financed its operations through funds generated
internally and through cash and cash equivalents available at the beginning of
1996. At December 31, 1996, IIC Industries Inc., the parent company (the
"Parent Company"), and its wholly-owned Israel Tractor subsidiary, had working
capital of $36.5 million, including cash and cash equivalents of $11.9 million.
Cash of subsidiaries that are not wholly-owned (including the Investor Group
and the Balton Group) is generally not available for use by the Parent Company
or other subsidiaries (except to the extent paid to the Parent Company as
reimbursement for general overhead paid by the Parent Company or as management
fees) other than in the form of dividends, if and when declared. Dividends to
the Parent Company from its Israel Tractor subsidiary are subject to a
withholding tax of 15% to 25%. The Parent Company does not expect to receive
cash dividends or other distributions in the foreseeable future from any of its
subsidiaries.
At December 31, 1996, Investor had outstanding short-term indebtedness
of approximately $33.56 million. At December 31, 1996, Agrimpex and its
subsidiaries, had credit lines of $63 million which are considered adequate for
the present purposes of the business. At December 31, 1996, Israel Tractor had
unused lines of short-term credit of $3.47million.
Due to the weakness of the Hungarian currency and the current low rates
of return on dollar deposits, the Company sought other investments. Between
February 1995 and January 1996, approximately 2.87 HUF billion (approximately
$25 million at exchange rates at the time of each purchase, and approximately
$19.5 million at the current exchange rate ) was spent for the purchase of
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a 34.5% interest in Danubius Hotel. To date, the Company's effective interest
is approximately 30%. (See Item 1 - Recent Developments).
The Investor Group made capital expenditures of approximately $6.2
million in 1996 for the purchase of property, vehicles and equipment from
internally generated funds. Israel Tractor made capital expenditures of
approximately $3.0 million in 1996 for the purchase of vehicles and EQUIPMENT.
Such expenditures were made from internally generated funds.
INFLATION
Inflation has been a persistent aspect of the Hungarian economy in
recent years, although the annual rate of inflation has been predictable and
has therefore been taken into account by the government and private businesses.
Inflation has contributed to the devaluation of the Hungarian currency and has
therefore had a result on Investor's financial condition. See Note A(8) of
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
Inflation in Israel was moderate in 1996 and therefore did not
significantly affect operations in that country. Furthermore, the devaluation
of the Israeli shekel against the U.S. Dollar in 1996 was 3.7%.
Significant rates of inflation persisted in the African countries where
Balton operates, triggering significant devaluations of certain local
currencies.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
The consolidated financial statements and required financial statement
schedules of the Company are located beginning on page F-1 of this Report.
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS
ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
None.
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PART III
ITEM 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS OF THE REGISTRANT
The Directors and Executive Officers of the Company and certain executive
officers of its subsidiaries are as follows:
Name Age Position with the Company
- ---- --- -------------------------
Bernard Schreier 78 Chairman of the Board, President
and Director
Fortunee F. Cohen 69 Secretary
Michael M. Wreschner 52 Director, Assistant Secretary
Gideon Schreier 51 Director
Leonard Goldfine 80 Director
Wilfred Wyler 89 Director
Alfred L. Simon 56 Director
Jozsef Ferenc Polgar 54 Chief Executive Officer of
Investor
Zvi Borowitsh 59 Managing Director of Israel
Tractor
Moshe Gershi 45 General Manager of Balton
Bernard Schreier has been the Chairman of the Board and a Director of the
Company since August 6, 1989, and has been President of the Company since
October 25, 1989. Mr. Schreier serves as Chairman of the Board and Managing
Director of the CP Holdings Limited group of companies and is a director of
Bank Leumi (UK) PLC. CP Holdings Limited is an affiliate which wholly owns a
majority stockholder of the Company. Bernard Schreier is the father of Gideon
Schreier.
Fortunee F. Cohen has served as Secretary of the Company since October
25, 1989. Prior to her appointment as Secretary, Ms. Cohen was the director of
Shareholder Relations of the Company.
Michael M. Wreschner has been a Director of the Company since October 25,
1989 and an Assistant Secretary of the Company since November 1991. Mr.
Wreschner is an executive director of the CP Holdings Limited group of
companies. CP Holdings Limited is an affiliate which wholly owns a majority
stockholder of the Company.
Gideon Schreier has been a Director of the Company since October 25,
1989. He is the son of Bernard Schreier. Mr. Schreier is an executive director
of the CP Holding Limited group of companies. CP Holdings Limited is an
affiliate which wholly owns a majority stockholder of the Company.
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Leonard Goldfine, has been a Director of the Company since October 6,
1976 and served as Vice President of the Company from December 8, 1982 to
August 1985. In the past five years Mr. Goldfine has had the following
positions: Director of Development Corporation for Israel (Underwriter for
State of Israel bonds), Chairman of the Board and Director of Tensiodyne
Corporation (a scientific materials testing company) (1986-1989).
Wilfred Wyler was elected as a Director of the Company on December 8,
1982 and is a senior partner in the certified public accounting firm of Wilfred
Wyler and Co.
Alfred L. Simon has been a Director of the Company since September 4,
1990. He is currently a Managing Associate of American Capital Group (since
June, 1988). Prior to his current position he was Vice President of corporate
finance at Gruntal & Co., Incorporated (1985-1987).
The following executive officers of the Company's subsidiaries perform
significant policy making functions for the Company:
Jozsef Ferenc Polgar is the Chief Executive Officer of Investor and
Chairman of the Board of Interag. On March 31, 1994, Mr. Polgar was appointed a
Director of Agrimpex and subsequently elected by the Board as Chairman of
Agrimpex. Prior to his positions with Investor and its subsidiaries, Mr. Polgar
was the General Manager of trade development and finance at the Hungarian
Ministry of Trade (1975-1988) and head of the business department of Prometheus
company (1970-1975).
Zvi Borowitsh has been the Managing Director of Israel Tractors since
July 1989. Mr. Borowitsh is also the Chairman of Israel Quarrying & Mining
Associations and an Assistant Professor of Earthmoving Technology and
Management at Haifa Technion.
Moshe Gershi has been the General Manager of Balton since April 1991. In
his prior positions he served as General Manager (January 1991 to June 1991),
Director of corporate finance (January 1989 to January 1991) and Treasurer
(January 1987 to December 1988) of Koor Trade Ltd. which, through its
wholly-owned subsidiary Koor USA, Inc., was the principal shareholder (49.71%)
of the Company's outstanding voting securities until July 25, 1989.
All Directors of the Company are elected by the shareholders for a
one-year term and hold office until the next annual meeting of shareholders of
the Company or until their successors are elected and qualify. The Board of
Directors has appointed Messrs. Bernard Schreier, Gideon Schreier, Wreschner
and Goldfine to serve on the Investment and Finance Committee of the Board of
Directors. Executive officers are appointed by the Company's Board of Directors
for a one-year term and hold office until their successors are chosen and
qualify, subject to earlier removal by the Board of Directors.
ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
Mr. Bernard Schreier was not given any compensation from the Company for
serving as Chairman of the Board and President in 1996. No executive officer of
the Company was paid compensation equal to or exceeding $100,000 in 1996.
In November 1989, the Company entered into an agreement with CP Holdings
Limited ("CP Holdings") pursuant to which the Company pays CP Holdings $4,000
per month in reimbursement of amounts paid by CP Holdings to certain officers
of the Company for time spent
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working for the Company. In addition, the Company's subsidiaries paid CP
Holdings an aggregate of $1.2 million in management fees for management
services in 1996. CP Holdings beneficially owns approximately 73% of the
Company's Common Stock.
The Company has not granted restricted stock or options to purchase
Common Stock to its officers or employees.
Compensation of Directors
All Directors of the Company receive a fee of $10,000 per annum plus $500
for attendance at each meeting of the Board of Directors. All Directors are
reimbursed for all reasonable expenses incurred by them in acting as a Director
or as a member of any committee of the Board of Directors.
ITEM 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
The following table sets forth certain information, as of March 31, 1997,
concerning the ownership of the Common Stock by (a) each of the Company's
current directors and nominees, (b) all current directors, officers and
significant employees of the Company as a group, and (c) each person who, to
the Company's knowledge, beneficially owned on that date more than 5% of the
outstanding Common Stock. Except as otherwise indicated, the stockholders
listed in the table have the sole voting and investment power with respect to
the shares indicated.
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Shares of
Name and Address of Common Stock Percent
Beneficial Owner Beneficially Owned of Class
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Bernard and Lilly Schreier 1,040,452(1) 73.1%
Heriots
Stanmore Common
Middlesex HA7 3HG England
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Gideon Schreier 1,040,452(2) 73.1%
Kensworth House
The Lynch, Nr Kensworth
S Beds LU6 3QZ, England
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Michael M. Wreschner 1,023,452(3) 71.9%
10 Raleigh Close
Hendon
London NW4 2TA, England
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Leonard Goldfine 200 *
1424 Melrose Avenue
Melrose Park, PA 19027
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Wilfred Wyler -0- --
333 Central Park West
New York, New York 10025
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Alfred L. Simon -0- *
334 West 87th Street, Apt 6A
New York, New York 10024
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Fortunee F. Cohen 24(4) *
1967 East 1st Street
Brooklyn, New York 11223
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Kenyon Phillips Limited/ 1,023,452(5) 71.9%
CP Holdings Limited
CP House, Otterspool Way,
Watford By-Pass,
Watford WD2 8HG England
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Jozsef Ferenc Polgar 19 *
1133 Budapest
Ipoly,Utca 5/F
Hungary
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Moshe Gershi -0- --
65 The Vale
London NW II
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Zvi Borowitsh -0- --
8 Hamanor Street
P.O.B. 214 Holon
58101 Israel
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------
All directors and officers as a 1,040,676 73.1%
group (7 persons)
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(1) Includes 1,023,452 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by Kenyon
Phillips Ltd ("Kenyon") and 17,000 shares of Common Stock beneficially
owned by Gideon Schreier.
(2) Includes 17,000 shares of Common Stock for his own account and 1,023,452
shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by Kenyon.
(3) Includes 1,023,452 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by CP
through its wholly owned subsidiary Kenyon. Mr. Wreschner is a
director of CP.
(4) Represents 24 shares of Common Stock beneficially owned by Fortunee F.
Cohen, as custodian for Joyce Cohen and Elliott Cohen, who each own 12
shares of Common Stock.
(5) Kenyon beneficially owns an aggregate of 1,023,452 shares of Common
Stock of the Company, constituting 71.9% of the Company's outstanding
voting securities. According to the Schedule 13D filed by Kenyon, it is
owned and controlled by CP. The Company is also informed that 90% of
CP's voting securities is owned, and CP is controlled, by Bernard and
Lilly Schreier.
* Represents beneficial ownership of less than 1% of the Common Stock of
the Company.
ITEM 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
Pursuant to an agreement with CP Holdings, the Company pays CP Holdings
$4,000 per month in reimbursement of amounts paid by CP Holdings to certain
officers of the Company for time spent working for the Company. In addition,
the Company's subsidiaries paid CP Holdings an aggregate of $ 1.2 million in
management fees for management services in 1996.
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PART IV
ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
IIC INDUSTRIES INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
(a)(1) Financial Statements Page
Financial Statement Index
Report of Grant Thornton LLP...............................................F-1
Consolidated Balance Sheets as at
December 31, 1996 and December 31, 1995....................................F-2
Consolidated Statements of Income for the
years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994...............................F-4
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity
for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994.......................F-5
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
for the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994.......................F-6
Notes to Financial Statements..............................................F-8
(a)(2) Financial Statement Schedules
Schedule II - Valuation Allowance Accounts................................F-30
(b) Reports on Form 8-K: No reports on Form 8-K were filed during the period
covered by this report.
(d) DANUBIUS HOTEL & SPA, RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Report of Ernst & Young................................................... 1
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 1996 and December 31, 1995.... 2
Consolidated Statements of Income for the years ended December 31, 1996
and 1995.................................................................. 3
Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders' Equity
for the years ended December 31, 1996 and 1995............................ 4
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended December 31,
1996 and 1995............................................................. 5
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements................................ 6
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(c) Exhibits
EXHIBIT NO. DESCRIPTION
- ----------- -----------
3.1 Articles of Incorporation of Registrant, as amended (Incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 1 filed with Amendment No. 101 to Form
N-2 filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the
"Commission") on April 29, 1980, filed with Amendment No. 106 to
Form N-2 filed with the Commission on April 29, 1985, filed with
Amendment No. 108 to Form N-2 filed with the Commission April 29,
1987 and to Amendment No. 112 filed with the Commission on April
29, 1992)
3.2 By-Laws of Registrant (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2
filed with Amendment No. 101 to Form N-2 filed with the
Commission on April 29, 1980, filed with Amendment No. 106 to
Form N-2 filed with the Commission on April 29, 1985, filed with
Amendment No. 108 to Form N-2 filed with the Commission April 29,
1987 and to Amendment No. 112 filed with the Commission on April
29, 1992)
10.1 Agreement dated May 2, 1991 by and between the Registrant, Balton
B.V., Koor Trade Limited and Balton C.P. Limited for acquisition
of 51% interest in Balton C.P. Limited (Incorporated by reference
to Exhibit 10.1 to the Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K
for the year ended December 31, 1992)
10.2 Share Purchase Agreement dated January 28, 1992 by and between
the Registrant and the State Property Agency of the Republic of
Hungary for acquisition of 60% interest in Investor Rt.
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit G to Amendment No. 2 to
Application for an Order pursuant to Section 8(f) of the
Investment Company Act of 1940 declaring that IIC Industries,
Inc. (formerly Israel Investors Corporation) has ceased to be an
Investment Company)
10.3 Agreements dated May 26, 1993 between Interag Kereskedelmi
Reszvenytarsag and Shell Overseas Holdings Limited (Incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 10.3 to the Registrant's Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1993)
10.4 Agreement dated May 26, 1993 between GMV of Bekes and Agrimpex
Rt. (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.4 to the
Registrant's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 1993)
10.5 Agreement dated December 9, 1994 between the Registrant and the
State Property Agency of the Republic of Hungary for the
acquisition of an additional 23% interest in Investor Rt.
(Incorporated by reference by Exhibit 10.5 to the Registrant's
Annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 1994)
21.1 List of Subsidiaries
27 Financial Data Schedule
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) 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.
Dated: April 30, 1997 IIC Industries Inc.
By: /s/ Bernard Schreier
---------------------------------
Bernard Schreier, Chairman
of the Board and President
(Principal Executive Officer)
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
Report has been signed below by the following persons in the capacities and on
the dates indicated.
SIGNATURE TITLE DATE
- --------- ----- ----
/s/ Bernard Schreier Chairman of the Board, April 30, 1997
- ------------------------ President and Director
Bernard Schreier (Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ Michael M. Wreschner Director April 30, 1997
- ------------------------ (Principal Financial Officer
Michael M. Wreschner and Chief Accounting Officer)
/s/ Gideon Schreier Director April 30, 1997
- ------------------------
Gideon Schreier
/s/ Leonard Goldfine Director April 30, 1997
- ------------------------
Leonard Goldfine
/s/ Wilfred Wyler Director April 30, 1997
- ------------------------
Wilfred Wyler
/s/ Alfred L. Simon Director April 30, 1997
- ------------------------
Alfred L. Simon
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED
PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
Board of Directors
IIC INDUSTRIES, INC.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of IIC Industries,
Inc. and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 1996 and 1995, and the related
consolidated statements of income, stockholders' equity and cash flows for each
of the three years in the period ended December 31, 1996. These financial
statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements based on
our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in
all material respects, the consolidated financial position of IIC Industries,
Inc. and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 1996 and 1995, the consolidated
results of their operations and their consolidated cash flows for each of the
three years in the period ended December 31, 1996, in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles.
We have also audited Schedule II of IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries for
the years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994. In our opinion, this schedule
presents fairly, in all material respects, the information required to be set
forth therein.
GRANT THORNTON LLP
New York, New York
April 30, 1997
F-1
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
December 31,
(dollar amounts in thousands, except share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ASSETS 1996 1995
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<S> <C> <C>
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents $ 17,211 $ 19,414
Accounts receivable, net of allowances for doubtful
accounts of $3,358 in 1996 and $3,058 in 1995 43,400 34,202
Advances to subcontractors (Note D) 282 1,336
Inventories (Note F) 61,178 45,004
Other current assets (Note Q) 10,561 10,609
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Total current assets 132,632 110,565
RESTRICTED CASH (Note C) 8,356 5,719
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET (Note G) 33,630 28,418
INVESTMENTS IN AND ADVANCES TO 26,525 27,052
AFFILIATED COMPANIES (Note H)
OTHER INVESTMENTS (Note I) 555 1,367
OTHER ASSETS 1,858 2,328
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$203,556 $175,449
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</TABLE>
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED)
December 31,
(dollar amounts in thousands, except share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY 1996 1995
------- -------
<S> <C> <C>
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable $ 20,554 $ 18,316
Bank loans (Note J) 35,750 16,919
Current maturities of long-term debt (Note K) 88 127
Accrued expenses and other payables (Note Q) 18,083 16,729
Advances from customers (Note D) 10,693 9,058
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Total current liabilities 85,168 61,149
LONG-TERM DEBT, less current portion (Note K) 2,160 2,528
DUE TO AFFILIATES (Note L) 1,850 1,542
OTHER LIABILITIES AND DEFERRED
CREDITS (Note Q) 5,854 5,760
MINORITY INTERESTS 20,494 22,171
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115,526 93,150
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
(Note O)
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Common stock, $1.00 par value per share; authorized
1,800,000 shares; issued 1,585,806 shares 1,586 1,586
Additional paid-in capital 22,941 22,941
Retained earnings 92,053 79,342
Foreign translation adjustment (25,825) (18,845)
Less treasury stock - at cost (162,438 shares) (2,725) (2,725)
--------- ---------
88,030 82,299
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$203,556 $175,449
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The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
Years ended December 31,
(dollar amounts in thousands, except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
------- ------- -------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net sales $275,820 $280,921 $245,185
Cost of sales 210,593 219,975 193,673
------- ------- -------
Gross profit 65,227 60,946 51,512
Selling, general and administrative expenses 49,083 43,401 37,978
-------- -------- --------
Operating income 16,144 17,545 13,534
------ -------- --------
Other income (expenses)
Interest income 2,285 3,624 6,729
Dividend income 22 254 149
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliates 4,230 3,823 (28)
(Note H)
Foreign currency (loss) gain (Note A-8) (263) (385) 1,330
Gain on sale of noncurrent assets (Note 2,230 1,373 1,632
M)
Interest expense (4,100) (4,764) (4,705)
Rental income 1,710 1,249 1,356
Nonrecurring gain - settlement of 6,746
warranty claim
Other, net (1,566) (1,199) 573
--------- --------- ----------
4,548 3,975 13,782
--------- --------- --------
Income before income taxes and
minority interest 20,692 21,520 27,316
Income taxes (Note Q) (5,046) (5,655) (7,384)
--------- --------- ---------
Income before minority interest 15,646 15,865 19,932
Minority interest (2,935) (4,224) (3,791)
--------- --------- ---------
NET INCOME $ 12,711 $ 11,641 $ 16,141
======== ======== ========
Net income per common share (Note A-10) $8.93 $8.18 $11.34
==== ==== =====
Weighted average number of common shares
outstanding 1,423,368 1,423,368 1,423,368
========= ========= =========
</TABLE>
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
(dollar amounts in thousands, except share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Common stock Additional Treasury stock Foreign
----------------- paid-in Retained ----------------- translation
Shares Amount capital earnings Shares Amount adjustment Total
------ ------ ------- -------- ------ ------ ---------- -----
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Balance at January 1, 1994 1,585,806 $1,586 $22,941 $51,560 162,438 $(2,725) $ (8,854) $64,508
Net income 16,141 16,141
Foreign translation adjustment (3,279) (3,279)
--------- ------ ------- ------- ------- -------- --------- -------
Balance at December 31, 1994 1,585,806 1,586 22,941 67,701 162,438 (2,725) (12,133) 77,370
Net income 11,641 11,641
Foreign translation adjustment (6,712) (6,712)
--------- ------ ------- ------- ------- -------- --------- -------
Balance at December 31, 1995 1,585,806 1,586 22,941 79,342 162,438 (2,725) (18,845) 82,299
Net income 12,711 12,711
Foreign translation adjustment (6,980) (6,980)
--------- ------ ------- ------- ------- -------- --------- -------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 1996 1,585,806 $1,586 $22,941 $92,053 162,438 $(2,725) $ (25,825) $88,030
========= ====== ======= ======= ======= ======== ========= =======
</TABLE>
The accompanying notes are an integral part of this statement.
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
Years ended December 31,
(dollar amounts in thousands)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
------- ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Cash flows from operating activities
Net income $ 12,711 $ 11,641 $ 16,141
------- ------- -------
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net
cash
(used in) provided by operating activities
Nonrecurring gain - settlement of (6,746)
warranty claim
Depreciation 3,253 3,161 2,963
Amortization 75 157 228
Equity in (earnings) loss of affiliates,
net of dividends (4,230) (3,823) 325
Minority interest 2,935 4,224 3,791
Gain on sale of noncurrent assets (2,230) (1,373) (1,632)
Foreign currency (gain) loss 263 385 (1,330)
Changes in operating assets and
liabilities, net of effects of acquisition
and dispositions of businesses:
Accounts receivable (13,339) (1,490) (5,262)
Inventories (20,880) (3,785) (9,792)
Advances to subcontractors 1,054 724 6,140
Other assets (188) (1,322) (3,030)
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 7,772 5,179 (2,172)
Advances from customers 1,681 (2,268) (20,770)
-------- -------- -------
Total adjustments (23,834) (231) (37,287)
------- --------- -------
Net cash (used in) provided by
operating activities (11,123) 11,410 (21,146)
------- ------- -------
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of subsidiaries, net of cash (2,510) (6,810) (2,261)
acquired
Purchase of property and equipment (10,636) (6,729) (4,461)
Purchase of investments (1,713) (31,352) (361)
Sale (purchase) of other assets 74 (118) (51)
Advances from (to) affiliates (71) 22 (1,584)
Proceeds on disposal of property and 3,178 2,834 1,264
equipment
Proceeds on disposal of investments 1,558 11,049 4,577
Restricted cash (2,637) 2,883 18,386
Redemption of notes and loan receivable 196 194 1,689
--------- --------- --------
Net cash (used in) provided by
investing activities (12,561) (28,027) 17,198
------- ------- --------
</TABLE>
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IIC Industries, Inc.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)
Years ended December 31,
(dollar amounts in thousands)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
------- ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Cash flows from financing activities
Issuance of long-term debt $ 422 $ 2,143
Principal payments on long-term debt (381) (1,567) $ (427)
Net receipts (payments) of short-term bank
loans 23,074 (1,992) (1,294)
------- -------- --------
Net cash provided by (used in) 23,115 (1,416) (1,721)
financing activities
Effect of exchange rate on cash (1,634) (3,117) (4,083)
-------- -------- --------
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents
during the year (2,203) (21,150) (9,752)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year $ 19,414 40,564 50,316
-------- ------- -------
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year $ 17,211 $ 19,414 $ 40,564
======= ======= =======
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:
Cash paid during the year for
Interest $ 6,077 $ 5,716 $ 6,086
Income taxes 3,225 6,021 9,414
</TABLE>
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE A - SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
1. Nature of Business and Principles of Consolidation
IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries ("IIC" or the "Company") is
majority-owned by a corporation which is wholly-owned by CP Holdings
Limited ("CP").
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of IIC and all
material majority-owned subsidiaries, except where control does not rest
with the Company. All material intercompany transactions and balances
have been eliminated. IIC is a holding company with subsidiaries in three
principal geographic areas: (1) Investor Rt. ("Investor"), a 98.7%-owned
Hungarian holding company which, through its subsidiaries, engages in a
variety of commercial activities in Hungary; (2) Israel Tractor, a
wholly-owned Israeli corporation which distributes tractors and related
heavy machinery in Israel; and (3) Balton C.P. Limited ("Balton"), a
51%-owned English holding company with African subsidiaries engaged in
the trading business in several African countries.
2. Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents consist of cash and highly liquid investments
with a maturity of three months or less when purchased.
3. Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (specific identification for
heavy machinery or first-in, first-out) or market values.
4. Property, Plant and Equipment
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated
depreciation. Depreciation is provided using the straight-line method at
rates calculated to write off the cost of the asset over its expected
economic useful life. The rates are as follows:
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE A (CONTINUED)
Annual
percentage
----------
Buildings 2 - 4 %
Machinery and equipment 10 - 50
Furniture and fixtures 10 - 20
Motor vehicles 15 - 25
5. Investments
Investments in affiliates (owned greater than 20% but not in excess of
50%) and noncontrolled subsidiaries are recorded under the equity method.
Under such method, the investment is recorded at cost and adjusted by the
Company's share of earnings or losses less distributions. Other
investments are carried at cost, less provision for permanent diminution
in value.
6. Long-Term Contracts
Income on long-term contracts is measured by using the
percentage-of-completion method of accounting, based on the costs
incurred to date compared with total estimated costs. Income is
recognized upon the attainment of specific contract milestones. Full
provision is made for losses on all contracts in the year in which they
are first foreseen.
7. Income Taxes
The Company accounts for income taxes in accordance with the provisions
of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, "Accounting for
Income Taxes." This statement requires the liability method of accounting
for income taxes.
8. Foreign Currency Exchange
Investor uses the local currency, the Hungarian forint, as its functional
currency and translates all assets and liabilities at year-end exchange
rates, all income and expense accounts at average rates and records
adjustments resulting from the translation in a separate component of
stockholders' equity. The translation adjustments for 1996, 1995 and 1994
were $7.0 million, $6.7 million and $3.3 million, respectively, which are
reflected in stockholders' equity.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE A (CONTINUED)
Israel Tractor uses the U.S. dollar as the functional currency, since the
dollar is the currency in which most of the significant business of
Israel Tractor is conducted or to which it is linked.
Balton uses the U.S. dollar as the functional currency, since the African
subsidiaries operate in hyperinflationary economies. These subsidiaries
translate monetary assets and liabilities at year-end exchange rates and
nonmonetary assets and liabilities at historical rates. Income and
expense accounts are translated at the rate of exchange prevailing at the
date of transaction, except that depreciation is translated at historical
rates. Gains and losses resulting from the translation of these entities
are included in results of operations and are as follows: 1996 -
$179,000, 1995 - $(634,000), and 1994 - $877,000.
Transactions arising in a foreign currency are translated into the
functional currency at the rate of exchange effective at the date of the
transaction and gains or losses are included in results of operations and
are as follows: 1996 - $(442,000), 1995 - $249,000, and 1994 - $453,000.
9. Derivative Financial Instruments
Gains or losses resulting from changes in the market value of
transactions entered into as hedges are deferred until the hedged
transaction occurs. For transactions which do not qualify as hedges,
gains and losses are recognized in the results of operations.
10. Net Income Per Share
Net income per share has been computed by dividing net income by the
weighted average number of common shares outstanding. The Company has no
potentially dilutive securities. In 1994, the Company's settlement of a
warranty claim against the State Property Agency of Hungary resulted in a
gain of $6.7 million or $4.74 per common share. (See Note B.)
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE A (CONTINUED)
11. Use of Estimates
In preparing financial statements in conformity with generally accepted
accounting principles, management makes estimates and assumptions that
affect the reported amount of assets and liabilities and disclosures of
contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements, as well as the reported amounts of revenues and expenses
during the reporting period. Actual results could affect those estimates.
12. Reclassification
Certain amounts in the 1995 and 1994 financial statements have been
reclassified to conform to the 1996 presentation.
NOTE B - ACQUISITION
On January 28, 1992, the Company acquired a majority interest of Investor
Reszvenytarsasag ("Investor") from the State Property Agency of Hungary
("SPA") for approximately $34 million in cash. Approximately $1.78 million
of this amount was treated as recoverable because specific events covered by
the warranty given by SPA had occurred. The warranty claim against SPA was
settled during 1994, and at December 31, 1994, the investment increased to
approximately $35 million and represented 94.8% of Investor's paid-in share
capital. Investor's principal subsidiaries are Agrimpex RT ("Agrimpex" -
56%-owned) and Interag RT ("Interag" - 78%-owned). Agrimpex primarily
imports and exports a wide variety of agricultural products, excluding
livestock. Interag is a diversified company whose principal activities
consist of a 28.9% interest in Danubius (see Note H), and the operation of
motor dealerships, vehicle service and repair centers and a cold storage
facility.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE B (CONTINUED)
In December 1994, an agreement (the "Agreement") was reached between the
Company and the SPA regarding the Company's warranty claims against the SPA
under the original purchase agreement of January 28, 1992. For consideration
of the waiver of the warranty claims, the Company received an additional 23%
interest in Investor in exchange for approximately $900,000 and the
forgiveness of a receivable of $1.78 million. This settlement was accounted
for based on the estimated market value of the additional interest received
less amounts paid and receivables forgiven, and resulted in a gain of $6.7
million. At the close of this transaction, the Company's total ownership
interest in Investor increased from 70.9% to 94.8%. Under the Agreement, the
SPA has agreed to support the Company in all legal disputes and claims
instituted against any Hungarian third party based on the original purchase
agreement.
On September 7, 1995, Agrimpex , a 56%-owned subsidiary of Investor,
directly and indirectly, through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Agrimill, Rt.,
acquired a 93.5% equity interest in Viktoria Rt. for approximately $6.6
million. Viktoria Rt. is involved in the milling of animal feed and flour.
The acquisition was accounted for by the purchase method, and the excess
($3.4 million) of the fair value of the net assets acquired over the
purchase price was allocated to reduce the value of the fixed assets
acquired. The pro forma effect of this purchase on results of operations
prior to acquisition is not material.
NOTE C - RESTRICTED CASH
In 1996, restricted cash deposits are $8.4 million. The deposits are
restricted as follows: $3.7 million to collateralize a repayment guarantee
of the Katsina project (Note D); $3.3 million relating to compensating
balances with respect to short-term borrowings; and $1.4 million relating to
other guarantees.
In 1995, restricted cash deposits are $5.7 million. The deposits are
restricted as follows: $4.1 million to secure a repayment guarantee of the
Katsina project (Note D); and $1.6 million relating to other guarantees.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE D - ADVANCES TO SUBCONTRACTORS AND
ADVANCES FROM CUSTOMERS
In 1994, Balton B.V. - DWA (Nigeria) Ltd. ("BV-DWA"), a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Balton, has contracted with the Nigerian Ministry for the
construction and installation of a water treatment plant and related
facilities in Katsina, Nigeria. In 1996, the original contract period
expired. During 1996 and 1995, the Company recognized revenues of $11.3
million and $9.9 million, respectively, related to the project. Prior to
1996, no profit was recognized since the project was in its early stages.
The parties have agreed, in principle, that phase one of the project has
been completed and that BV-DWA will continue the project, subject to the
revised terms and conditions, which are still to be finalized.
Unaffiliated entities have been subcontracted for the construction work, and
an affiliated entity of CP has been appointed as project manager. The
original contract price was divided into a U.S. dollar element and a
Nigerian naira element. Balton received $21.5 million and BV-DWA received
$8.2 million from the Nigerian Ministry. The advance receipts to Balton and
BV-DWA are made in order to faciliate payments to the subcontractors of
$20.1 million. All of the receipts are covered by repayment guarantees to
the Nigerian government in the event the contract is terminated, in which
event, the amount of the repayment is subject to arbitration. Furthermore,
all of the payments to the subcontractors are covered by repayment
guarantees to Balton and BV-DWA.
NOTE E - SALE OF SUBSIDIARY SHARES
On June 20, 1994, Agrimpex entered into an agreement with Peter Cremer and
Partners, London, to sell 25.1% of its share capital out of its treasury
shares for approximately $6 million plus interest at a rate of 7% per annum
on any unpaid balance. The balance of the receivable was paid in September
1995. The weighted average book value of the shares was calculated to be
approximately $5.3 million and a gain of $700,000 was recorded.
In 1995, the parties agreed to adjust the purchase price of these shares for
an additional $500,000. This amount was recorded as a gain in 1995, and the
proceeds were received in February 1996.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE F - INVENTORIES
Inventories at December 31 are as follows (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995
------ ------
<S> <C> <C>
Raw material $23,127 $12,432
Work in progress 452 1,174
Finished goods 37,599 31,398
------ ------
$61,178 $45,004
======= =======
</TABLE>
NOTE G - PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment at December 31 consist of the following (in
thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995
------- ------
<S> <C> <C>
Land $ 1,584 $ 1,908
Buildings 22,276 20,830
Machinery and equipment 5,447 5,197
Automotive 10,352 8,512
Furniture and fixtures 5,693 4,452
Construction in progress 2,697 115
-------- ---------
48,049 41,014
Less allowances for depreciation and amortization (14,419) (12,596)
------- -------
$ 33,630 $ 28,418
======= =======
</TABLE>
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE H - INVESTMENTS IN AND ADVANCES TO
AFFILIATED COMPANIES
Significant investments in and advances to affiliated companies at December
31 are (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
% owned in
1996 and 1995 1996 1995
------------- ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Dizengoff W.A. Nigeria Limited 88 and 52 $ 2,283
("Dizengoff")
Danubius Hotel & Spa Rt. 30 and 25 $24,918 23,037
("Danubius")
Harmashatarhegy Udvarhaz ("HU") 50 and 50 514 622
Agrovagon Kft. ("Agro") 48 and 48 538 518
Other 555 592
--------- --------
$26,525 $27,052
========= ========
</TABLE>
At April 16, 1996, the Company increased its holding in Dizengoff from 51.7%
to 88.3% at a cost of approximately $778,000. Dizengoff operates in a
country where exchange controls exist and, as a result, the Company did not
previously hold economic control. Accordingly, this investment was accounted
for under the equity method. Subsequent to April 16, 1996, sufficient
control exists to justify consolidation. Dizengoff is active in the sale of
various types of equipment and undertakes agricultural projects.
HU operates a restaurant in Budapest and Agro is a rail car operator in
Hungary, primarily serving agricultural cooperatives.
In February 1995, Interag Rt. purchased approximately 18% of the share
capital of Danubius Rt. ("Danubius"), a publicly quoted company on the
Budapest Stock Exchange. At December 31, 1996, the quoted market value of
the Company's effective investment in Danubius was approximately $61
million. Danubius owns a number of hotels in Hungary and specializes in spa
facilities. During 1995, Interag Rt. and the Company purchased an additional
11% and 3.3%, respectively, of the share capital of Danubius. In January
1996, the Company purchased an additional 2.2% of the share capital of
Danubius. At December 31, 1996, the Company's effective ownership percentage
in Danubius was approximately 30% at a cumulative cost of $25 million.
Accordingly, the Company accounted for this investment under the equity
method. Under this method, the investment is carried
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE H (CONTINUED)
at cost plus the Company's share of earnings or losses less distributions.
Since the Company's share of the underlying net assets of Danubius exceeded
the cost at the various purchase dates, the excess of the fair value of the
net assets acquired over the cost is amortized over a period of forty years.
The following is summarized financial information of Danubius (in thousands)
which was prepared in accordance with international accounting standards.
There were no significant differences between international accounting
standards and generally accepted accounting standards in the United States.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
December 31,
-----------------------
1996 1995
------ ------
<S> <C> <C>
Current assets $ 34,559 $ 23,949
Noncurrent assets 116,683 105,332
Current liabilities 10,428 6,116
Noncurrent liabilities 26,462 1,047
Stockholders' equity 114,352 122,118
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year ended December 31,
------------------------
1996 1995
------ ------
<S> <C> <C>
Sales $71,951 $58,074
Net income 14,295 13,275
Company's share of equity in earnings 4,104 3,656
</TABLE>
NOTE I - OTHER INVESTMENTS
Other investments (less than 20% owned) primarily consist of ownership in
nonpublic Hungarian companies in the trading, retail, banking or investment
businesses.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE J - SHORT-TERM DEBT
The Company's short-term debt consists of notes payable to banks, primarily
Hungarian banks, with a weighted average interest rate of approximately 24%
and 30% in 1996 and 1995, respectively. Unused lines of credit totaled $33.1
million in 1996 and $18.5 million in 1995. The debt is collateralized by
inventory, buildings and machinery.
NOTE K - LONG-TERM DEBT
Long-term debt at December 31 is as follows (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995
------- -------
<S> <C> <C>
Israeli bank debt of 203 million Japanese yen
payable in 1998, interest of LIBOR + 0.5%,
guaranteed by IIC $1,715 $1,979
Hungarian bank debt for the purchase of fixed assets,
interest of 25% 303
Hungarian State Municipalities loan for the purchase
of eight properties; interest rate of 20% 199 307
Revolving credit facility collateralized by a
standby letter of credit by Balton 284
Other 31 85
------- -------
2,248 2,655
Less current maturities 88 127
------- ------
$2,160 $2,528
======= ======
</TABLE>
The aggregate loan maturities are as follows: 1997 - $88,000; 1998 -
$1,829,000; 1999 - $116,000; 2000 - $63,000; 2001 - $61,000; and thereafter
- $91,000.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE L - DUE TO AFFILIATES
At December 31, 1996 and 1995, amounts due to affiliates consist of
management fees and expense reimbursements of $121,000 and $137,000,
respectively, payable to CP; management fees of $386,000 and $62,000 in 1996
and 1995, respectively, payable to CP affiliates; and a loan due to a
shareholder of Balton of $1,343,000. The loan has an interest rate of 1%
above the twelve-month LIBOR rate.
NOTE M - GAIN ON SALE OF NONCURRENT ASSETS
During 1996, Interag completed the sale of several parcels of land to Shell
for $2.2 million in cash. The sale resulted in a gain of approximately $1.5
million.
NOTE N - RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Related party transactions include purchases and sales of goods, providing
management services and purchases and sales of agricultural commodities
among subsidiary companies. All significant intercompany transactions and
balances have been eliminated.
The Company incurred management fee expenses and other expenses payable to
CP in the amount of $1.2 million during 1996, $994,000 during 1995 and
$907,000 during 1994, net of expense reimbursements.
During 1996 and 1995, Israel Tractor purchased machinery and equipment,
which at the request of the supplier, was channeled through CP. For the
rendering of this service, CP received a fee of 2% of the purchases, or
approximately $425,000 and $540,000, respectively. The fee was used to cover
administration, financing, and dealings with the major supplier.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE O - COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Lease Commitments
The Company is a party to a number of lease agreements, the majority of
which involve buildings or office space and are cancelable by either party
with notice of up to one year. Rent expense is $461,000 in 1996, $599,000 in
1995 and $847,000 in 1994. There are no significant noncancelable lease
commitments.
Contingent Liabilities
Agrimpex imports and exports certain agricultural commodities both on its
own account and as an agent for its customers, receiving a commission for
its transactions in the ordinary course of business. As agent in these
transactions, Agrimpex is responsible for collections of deposits from
customers, the delivery of the goods and the collection of the related sales
value from the purchasers.
The Company has given a guarantee to the bankers of Balton, amounting to
$1.6 million. The guarantee is in respect of various outstanding letters of
credit, given by the bankers of certain of Balton's creditors. The Company
has also agreed to indemnify a co-guarantor for any losses accumulating to
$510,000.
Balton has given guarantees to third parties in the amount of approximately
$1,250,000.
Investor and certain of its subsidiaries are potentially liable with respect
to certain guarantees of debt and other financial instruments of other
related and nonrelated companies to the extent of approximately $9.6
million.
Litigation
The Company is a party to litigation in the ordinary course of business.
None of this litigation is expected to have a material adverse effect on the
consolidated results of operations or financial position of the Company.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE O (CONTINUED)
At the beginning of 1997, it became apparent that in 1996 the Managing
Director of Agrimill Rt. and two of his Deputies were involved in irregular
transactions that have caused material loss to the Company. The nature of
the irregular activities was such that certain transactions were made
between Agrimill Rt. and companies that were owned directly and indirectly
by the managers for their own personal benefit. The full extent of the
transactions is not yet determined, while a full independent investigation
is being carried out. The three managers concerned have subsequently been
relieved of all reponsibilities within the group. Legal action is being
pursued against these managers in order to recover damages for the losses
incurred. However, no assurances can be made regarding the potential outcome
of the litigation at this time.
Settlement of Claim With Former Officers and Directors
During 1993, three management directors (all executive officers) of Agrimpex
planned to separate from the Company and form a competing operation. In the
first quarter of 1994, the management directors announced their plan to
leave the Company and a claim was submitted and paid for settlement of
separation and other arrangements and loss of office.
Management of Investor initiated legal action against the former management
of Agrimpex stating that their actions were improper, being an abusive
exercise of rights and against the interests of Agrimpex, and that no
amounts should have been paid. Pursuant to an agreement dated August 31,
1994, Investor, Agrimpex and the former Agrimpex Management Directors agreed
to settle all legal proceedings out of court and Agrimpex recovered $3.7
million net of legal costs, of which the Company's share was $1.1 million
after income taxes and minority interests.
As part of the settlement, all of the money paid to the former Agrimpex
Management Directors, under the separate arrangements which Investor and
Agrimpex were vigorously challenging in the courts, was returned to
Agrimpex.
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<PAGE>
IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE P - FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS AND CONCENTRATION
OF CREDIT RISK
Substantially all of the Company's revenues are derived from foreign
operations. Most of the countries where the Company operates, such as
Hungary and several African countries, do not have freely convertible
currencies and their currencies have been subject to devaluations in recent
years. The Hungarian currency has undergone devaluations against the U.S.
dollar at a rate of 21% in 1996 and 20% in 1995. The African countries in
which it conducts business have also undergone major currency devaluations.
As a foreign owner of a Hungarian company, the Company is entitled to
receive its dividends or return of its capital in the original currency of
investment without restrictions.
Dividends of Hungarian companies may be paid only from retained earnings as
determined in accordance with Hungarian statutory accounting regulations.
Such retained earnings are different from the Company's retained earnings
included in the Company's consolidated financial statements, due to a number
of differences in the accounting standards used.
The Company's policy is not to distribute any earnings for any of its
subsidiaries. These earnings are to be permanently reinvested in the
applicable subsidiaries.
Derivative financial instruments are utilized by the Company to reduce
foreign exchange risk and price risk relating to its heavy equipment
distribution and agricultural commodity business. The Company does not hold
or issue derivative financial instruments for trading purposes.
Israel Tractor enters into foreign currency forward contracts and call
option contracts to reduce the impact of fluctuations of certain currencies
against the U.S. dollar. Gains and losses resulting from such transactions
are reflected in the results of operations. These contracts reduce exposure
to currency movements resulting primarily from nondollar-denominated trade
receivables and the Israeli tax effects of dollar-denominated trade
purchases.
At December 31, 1996, Israel Tractor had foreign currency forward contracts,
with notional values of $17 million, to purchase and sell Israeli shekels.
All of the contracts mature within eight months.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE P (CONTINUED)
Agrimpex engages in the commodities futures market to lock in prices in its
agricultural business and decrease volatility related to fluctuations in
spot market prices. At December 31, 1996, Agrimpex had commodity futures and
option contacts, with a notional value of $5.1 million, to purchase and sell
meal and soybean. All of the contracts mature within three months.
Current pricing models were used to estimate the fair values of foreign
currency forward contracts, call options and commodity contracts. The
counterparties to these contracts are creditworthy multinational commercial
banks or other financial institutions, which are recognized market makers.
Based on borrowing rates currently available to the Company for bank loans
with similar terms and maturities, the fair value of the Company's
short-term and long-term debt approximates the carrying value.
The carrying value of financial instruments potentially subject to valuation
risk except as noted above (principally consisting of cash, accounts
receivable and accounts payable) approximates fair market value.
NOTE Q - INCOME TAXES
An analysis of the components of income tax expense is as follows (in
thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
------ ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Current income tax expense
Federal $ 33 $ 225 $ 200
State 20 63 148
Foreign 3,704 5,725 5,063
----- ----- -----
3,757 6,013 5,411
Deferred income tax expense
Foreign 1,289 (358) 1,973
----- ------ -----
Income tax expense $5,046 $5,655 $7,384
===== ===== =====
</TABLE>
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE Q (CONTINUED)
The foreign portion of income before taxes was $20.6 million in 1996, $21.9
million in 1995 and $20.5 million in 1994.
Taxes on income of foreign consolidated subsidiaries and affiliates are
provided at the rates applicable to their respective foreign tax
jurisdictions.
The deferred income tax balance sheet accounts result from temporary
differences between the amount of assets and liabilities recognized for
financial reporting and tax purposes. The components of the deferred income
tax assets and liabilities, which are included in current assets and accrued
expenses, are shown in the following table (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
-------- ------- ---------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Deferred tax assets
Impairment of investments $ 111 $ 144 $ 366
Reserves for guarantees and loss 535 161 54
contracts
Bad debt and inventory reserves 825 693 415
Net operating loss carryforwards 537 1,369 756
Vacation pay 385 379 376
Other 37 228 65
-------- ------- ---------
2,430 2,974 2,032
Valuation allowance (834) (2,000) (1,239)
------- ------ ------
Deferred tax assets 1,596 974 793
Deferred tax liabilities
Deferred income on sales and services (2,207) (382) (92)
Other (86) (135)
-------- ---------- -------
Net deferred tax (liabilities) assets $ (697) $ 592 $ 566
======= ======== =======
</TABLE>
A valuation allowance has been established due to the uncertainty of whether
the Company will generate sufficient taxable earnings in Hungary to fully
realize the deferred tax asset.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE Q (CONTINUED)
Included in other liabilities and deferred credits are deferred tax credits
of approximately $4.4 million which represent the liability for taxes due
upon repatriation of foreign earnings of previous years prior to
deregistration as an investment company.
The Company has available for income tax purposes net operating losses
aggregating approximately $4.1 million expiring in the years ending 1997 to
2000.
A reconciliation of the difference between the Company's consolidated
effective income tax and the tax at the Federal statutory rate is shown in
the following table (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1996 1995 1994
------ ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Income tax at U.S. Federal statutory rate $7,263 $ 7,964 $7,096
Effect of different foreign tax rates (942) (1,612) 324
State and local tax, net of Federal
effect 13 40 96
Foreign owner allowance (Hungary) (397)
Dividends received exclusion (Hungary) (784) (246) (113)
Nondeductible losses of subsidiaries 110 386 881
Currency exchange (716) (613) (978)
Equity in earnings of affiliate (597)
Miscellaneous items 102 333 475
------ ------- ------
Income tax expense $5,046 $ 5,655 $7,384
====== ======= ======
</TABLE>
No provision has been made for U.S. or additional foreign taxes on the
current undistributed earnings of foreign subsidiaries because such earnings
are expected to be reinvested indefinitely in the subsidiaries' operations.
It is not practicable to estimate the amount of additional tax that might be
payable on these foreign earnings in the event of distribution or sale;
however, under existing law, foreign tax credits would be available to
reduce U.S. taxes payable.
The corporate tax rate in Hungary for 1996 and 1995 is made up of two levels
of taxation: an 18% rate on profits and a 23% rate on dividends paid. The
two-level tax is a significant change from that which existed in 1994 of
36%.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE R - INDUSTRY SEGMENTS AND GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
The Company's operations have been classified into five business segments:
Sale and distribution of motor vehicles, export and import of agricultural
products, distribution of tractors and heavy equipment, trading of
agricultural, communications and electrical equipment and other industries,
which includes wholesale and retail consumer and corporate expenses.
The Company's subsidiary Israel Tractor, which distributes tractors and
heavy equipment has obtained the franchises to sell machines and spare parts
manufactured by four suppliers, which represent a significant portion of
Israel Tractor's revenues. According to the terms of the agreements, the
franchises may be terminated by an advance notice of 60 - 90 days, in
accordance with the usual practice with other companies.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Export Agricultural,
and Tractors communi-
import of and cations, and
Motor agricultural heavy electrical Other
vehicles products equipment equipment industries Consolidated
--------- ------------ ---------- ------------- ----------- ------------
--------------------------(amounts in thousands)---------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
1996
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated
customers $ 12,004 $121,631 $ 81,824 $ 57,276 $ 3,085 $275,820
======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
Operating income (loss) $ (214) $ 2,352 $ 6,613 $ 9,599 $ (2,206) $ 16,144
======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
Depreciation and
amortization $ 119 $ 1,371 $ 959 $ 384 $ 495 $ 3,328
Capital expenditures 402 2,930 3,037 1,357 2,910 10,636
Identifiable assets at
December 31, 1996 $ 3,971 $ 64,518 $ 50,178 $ 42,471 $ 7,201 $168,339
======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
</TABLE>
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<PAGE>
IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE R (CONTINUED)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Export Agricultural,
and Tractors communi-
import of and cations, and
Motor agricultural heavy electrical Other
vehicles products equipment equipment industries Consolidated
-------- ------------ --------- ------------- ---------- ------------
-----------------------------------(amounts in thousands)-----------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
1995
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated
customers $10,017 $122,810 $91,418 $43,162 $13,514 $280,921
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
Operating income (loss) $ (221) $ 6,481 $ 9,799 $ 4,868 $(3,382) $ 17,545
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
Depreciation and
amortization $ 176 $ 1,325 $ 821 $ 249 $ 747 $ 3,318
Capital expenditures 891 1,111 2,015 769 1,943 6,729
Identifiable assets at
December 31, 1995 $ 5,048 $ 57,280 $47,465 $24,822 $16,063 $150,678
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
1994
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated
customers $12,034 $104,874 $85,819 $26,496 $15,962 $245,185
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
Operating income (loss) $ (312) $ 7,860(a) $ 9,962 $ 96 $(4,072) $ 13,534
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
Depreciation and
amortization $ 185 $ 973 $ 687 $ 170 $ 1,176 $ 3,191
Capital expenditures 1,063 1,041 1,643 314 400 4,461
Identifiable assets at
December 31, 1994 $ 5,425 $ 55,931 $47,175 $22,596 $39,907 $170,034
======= ======== ======= ======= ======= ========
</TABLE>
(a) See Note O regarding the settlement of claim with the former officers
and directors.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE R (CONTINUED)
The Company has three principal areas of operation with respect to its
subsidiaries: Investor and its subsidiaries in Hungary; Israel Tractor in
Israel; and Balton and its subsidiaries in Nigeria, Ghana, Zambia,
Tanzania, Uganda and Kenya.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
England
Hungary Israel Africa and other Consolidated
------- ------ ------ --------- ------------
-----------------------------(amounts in thousands)---------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
1996
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated customers $136,720 $81,824 $23,051 $ 34,225 $275,820
Transfers between geographic areas 34,225 (34,225)
-------- ------- ------- --------- --------
$136,720 $81,824 $57,276 $ - $275,820
======== ======= ======= ========= ========
Operating income (loss) $ 357 $ 6,613 $ 9,174 $ 16,144
======== ======= ======= ========
Equity income $ 4,192 $ 59 $ (21) $ 4,230
Depreciation and amortization 1,985 959 288 $96 3,328
Capital expenditures 6,242 3,037 1,357 10,636
Identifiable assets at December 31, 1996 $ 75,690 $50,178 $12,445 $ 30,026 $168,339
======== ======= ======= ========= ========
1995
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated customers $146,341 $91,418 $15,490 $ 27,672 $280,921
Transfers between geographic areas 27,672 (27,672)
-------- ------- ------- --------- --------
$146,341 $91,418 $43,162 $ - $280,921
======== ======= ======= ========= ========
Operating income (loss) $ 2,878 $ 9,799 $ 4,868 $ 17,545
======== ======= ======= ========
Equity income $ 3,656 $ 18 $ (5) $ 154 $ 3,823
Depreciation and amortization 2,249 821 213 35 3,318
Capital expenditures 3,945 2,015 769 6,729
Identifiable assets at December 31, 1995 $ 78,391 $47,465 $13,673 $ 11,149 $150,678
======== ======= ======= ========= ========
</TABLE>
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<PAGE>
IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE R (CONTINUED)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
England
Hungary Israel Africa and other Consolidated
------- ------ ------ --------- ------------
------------------------------(amounts in thousands)-------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
1994
Revenue
Sales to unaffiliated customers $132,870 $85,819 $10,891 $ 15,605 $245,185
Transfers between geographic areas 15,605 (15,605)
-------- ------- ------- -------- --------
$132,870 $85,819 $26,496 $ - $245,185
======== ======= ======= ======== ========
Operating income (loss) $ 3,476 $ 9,962 $ 96 $ - $ 13,534
======== ======= ======= ======== ========
Equity income $ 164 $ (3) $ (189) $ (28)
Depreciation and amortization 2,334 687 128 $ 42 3,191
Capital expenditures 2,504 1,643 314 4,461
Identifiable assets at December 31, 1994 $100,263 $47,175 $11,699 $ 10,897 $170,034
======== ======= ======= ======== ========
</TABLE>
Operating income for each segment includes gross profit less selling,
general and administrative expenses.
Identifiable assets for each segment include all assets of the businesses
in the related segments, except for investments in affiliated companies
which are not part of the relevant segments, and non-investment-related
assets of the holding company, which are considered corporate assets not
related to operations of any of the segments.
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<PAGE>
IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (CONTINUED)
December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
NOTE S - QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
December 31 September 30 June 30 March 31
----------- ------------ ------- --------
(amounts in thousands, except per share amounts)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Fiscal 1996 quarters ended:
Net sales $78,849 $69,761 $67,712 $59,498
Gross profit 17,262 17,835 16,172 13,958
Income before income taxes and 4,557 5,836 7,721 2,578
minority interest
Net income 2,935 3,644 4,378 1,754
Net income per share $ 2.06 $ 2.56 $ 3.08 $ 1.23
======= ======= ======= =======
Fiscal 1995 quarters ended:
Net sales $71,435 $71,287 $71,369 $66,830
Gross profit 12,902 14,919 16,649 16,476
Income before income taxes and
minority interest 5,559 4,241 6,381 5,339
Net income 3,705 2,970 2,630 2,336
Net income per share $ 2.60 $ 2.09 $ 1.85 $ 1.64
======= ======= ======= =======
Fiscal 1994 quarters ended:
Net sales $70,711 $53,221 $65,751 $55,502
Gross profit 11,724 13,691 13,446 12,651
Income before income taxes and
minority interest 11,995 6,927 4,657 3,737
Net income 9,144 2,981 2,066 1,950
Net income per share $ 6.42 $ 2.09 $ 1.45 $ 1.38
======= ======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
During the fourth quarter of 1996, Investor incurred inventory write-downs of
approximately $3.5 million as a result of decreases in the market value of
wheat.
During the third and fourth quarters of 1994, the Company's settlement of its
claim against the SPA and former officers and directors resulted in a gain of
approximately $6.7 million and $1.4 million before income taxes, respectively.
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IIC Industries, Inc. and Subsidiaries
SCHEDULE II - VALUATION ALLOWANCE ACCOUNTS
Years ended December 31, 1996, 1995 and 1994
(amounts in thousands)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Column A Column B Column C Column D Column E
-------- -------- -------- ------------------------------- --------
Balance at Charged to Deduction - Deduction - Balance at
beginning costs and foreign currency credit to end of
Description of period expenses translation reversal period
----------- --------- -------- ----------- -------- ------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
1996
Doubtful accounts $ 3,058 $1,048 $ (265) $ (483) $ 3,358
Inventory reserves 744 3,866 (394) (216) 4,000
Investments 3,847 (617) (508) 2,722
Loan provisions 2,895 (148) (2,325) 422
Customer credits and discounts 378 (38) 340
Warranty 456 34 (7) (4) 479
------- ------ ------- ------- -------
$11,378 $4,948 $(1,431) $(3,574) $11,321
======= ====== ======= ======= =======
1995
Doubtful accounts $ 2,311 $1,728 $ (249) $ (732) $ 3,058
Inventory reserves 812 347 (33) (382) 744
Investments 3,964 775 (742) (150) 3,847
Loan provisions 2,833 284 (222) 2,895
Customer credits and discounts 399 (21) 378
Warranty 75 447 (11) (55) 456
------- ------ ------- ------- -------
$10,394 $3,581 $(1,257) $(1,340) $11,378
======= ====== ======= ======= =======
1994
Doubtful accounts $ 2,213 $ 947 $ (111) $ (738) $ 2,311
Inventory reserves 967 419 (24) (550) 812
Investments 3,486 927 (449) 3,964
Loan provisions 1,962 1,375 (155) (349) 2,833
Customer credits and discounts 497 (98) 399
Warranty 244 (9) (160) 75
------- ------ ------- ------- -------
$ 9,369 $3,668 $ (748) $(1,895) $10,394
======= ====== ======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
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<PAGE>
Report of Independent Auditors
To the Shareholders and Board of Directors
Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. and Subsidiaries
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Danubius Hotel
and Spa Rt. and Subsidiaries as of December 31, 1996, and the related
consolidated statements of income, changes in shareholders' equity, and cash
flows for the year then ended. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express
an opinion on these financial statements based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with International Standards on Auditing.
Those Standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of
material misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence
supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit
also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant
estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall financial
statement presentation. We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis
for our opinion.
In our opinion, the financial statements give a true and fair view of the
consolidated financial position of Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. and Subsidiaries
at December 31, 1996, and of the consolidated results of their operations and
their cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with International
Accounting Standards.
Ernst & Young
Budapest, Hungary
March 11, 1997.
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
At December 31,
Notes 1996 1995
-------- -------- ----------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
ASSETS
Current Assets:
Cash 3,306 1,745
Accounts receivable 3 899 800
Inventory 4 179 120
Other current assets 5 1,323 575
------- --------
Total current assets 5,707 3,240
Non-current Assets:
Property, plant and equipment 6 19,053 14,215
Other non-current assets 7 216 320
------- --------
Total non-current assets 19,269 14,535
------- --------
Total assets 24,976 17,775
======= ========
======= ========
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities:
Trade accounts payable 458 204
Advance payments from guests 43 23
Income taxes payable - 117
Other payable and accruals 580 463
Current portion of long-term debt 8 16 17
------- --------
Total current liabilities 1,097 824
Long Term Liabilities
Long-term debt 8 4,357 126
Deferred customs duties 13 17
------- --------
Total long term liabilities 4,370 143
------- --------
Total liabilities 5,467 967
Minority interest 9 625 60
Shareholders' Equity:
Share capital 11 8,000 8,000
Capital reserve 6,253 6,253
Retained earnings 4,631 2,495
------- --------
Total shareholders' equity 20 18,884 16,748
------- --------
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 24,976 17,775
======= ========
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
2
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year ended December 31,
Note 1996 1995
------- ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net sales 10,771 6,934
Cost of sales (5,310) (3,847)
------- -------
Gross profit 5,461 3,087
Selling, general and administration (3,219) (1,800)
------- -------
Operating income 2,242 1,287
Other income (expense):
Interest income and profit from bond trading
502 371
Income from managed facilities 12 - 350
(Loss) on sale of fixed assets (26) (33)
Interest expense (244) (57)
Other income 170 151
------- -------
Total other income 402 782
------- -------
Income before minority interest and income taxes
2,644 2,069
Minority interest (56) (1)
------- -------
Income before income taxes 2,588 2,068
Income taxes 10 (448) (354)
------- -------
Net income 20 2,140 1,714
======= =======
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
3
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Share Capital Retained
Capital Reserve Earnings Total
------- ------- -------- -----
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
January 1, 1995 8,000 3,432 2,326 13,758
Net income -- -- 1,714 1,714
Reinstatement of assets carrying
values - see Note 16
-- 1,736 -- 1,736
Reclassification
See Note 16 -- 1,085 (1,085) --
Dividends paid -- -- (400) (400)
Other -- -- (60) (60)
------- ------- ------- -------
December 31, 1995
8,000 6,253 2,495 16,748
Net income -- -- 2,140 2,140
Other -- -- (4) (4)
------- ------- ------- -------
December 31, 1996 8,000 6,253 4,631 18,884
======= ======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
4
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year ended December 31,
1996 1995
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income 2,140 1,714
Depreciation and amortisation 635 481
Provision for write down of investments -- --
Loss on sale of fixed assets 26 33
Minority interest in income 56 (1)
Other (4) (66)
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable and other current assets (1,065) (904)
Inventory (27) 3
Accounts payable and accruals 316 16
Taxation liabilities including VAT (162) 3
Deferred income and accruals (4) 12
------ ------
Net cash flow provided by (used in) operations 1,911 1,291
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchase of property, plant and equipment (2,549) (711)
Cash acquired on purchase of Hotel Helia 75 --
Cash paid on acquisition of Helia (525) --
Proceeds on disposal of investments -- 31
Decrease in other non-current assets (121) --
Proceeds on sale of property, plant and equipment 5 12
Other -- 1
------ ------
Net cash flow provided by (used in) investing (3,115) (667)
------ ------
Cash flows from financing activities:
Net decrease (increase) in long-term debt 2,765 (86)
Dividends paid -- (400)
------ ------
Net cash flow provided by (used in) financing 2,765 (486)
------
Increase in cash 1,561 138
Cash at beginning of year 1,745 1,607
====== ======
Cash at end of year 3,306 1,745
====== ======
Supplemental disclosure of other items:
Net interest received during the year 132 56
Net income taxes (paid) during the year (427) (856)
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.
5
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
1. GENERAL
Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. ("Danubius" or "the Company") is a company
limited by shares incorporated under the laws of the Republic of
Hungary. The Company and its subsidiaries provide hospitality services
in Hungary, with an emphasis on 4 and 5 star spa-hotels.
Danubius operated as a self-administered State enterprise (Danubius
Hotel and Spa Company) controlled by an Enterprise Council until July
31, 1991. Effective July 31, 1991, Danubius was transformed into a
company limited by shares and ownership was passed to the State
Property Agency ("SPA"). In November 1992, a portion of Danubius'
outstanding shares was publicly sold and such shares were listed for
trading on the Budapest Stock Exchange.
2. SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
ACCOUNTING CONVENTION
Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. and its subsidiaries maintain their official
accounting records and prepare their financial statements for domestic
purposes in accordance with the accounting regulations of Hungary. The
accompanying financial statements have been prepared in accordance with
International Accounting Standards and, as a consequence, reflect
adjustments not recorded in the Hungarian statutory records.
The accompanying financial statements are prepared under the historical
cost convention. In connection with the transformation of the state
enterprise into a limited liability company at July 31, 1991 the
Company valued certain non-current assets to their estimated market
values based on independent valuations. These amounts became the
accounting and tax bases.
BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION
The consolidated financial statements include the financial statements
of Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. and its significant subsidiaries after
elimination of all material inter-company transactions and balances.
6
<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
BASIS OF CONSOLIDATION (CONTINUED)
The Company's principal subsidiary undertakings at December 31, 1996
are as follows:
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<CAPTION>
Proportion of
Country Shares Held at
Name Principal Activity of Incorporation 31 December
---- ------------------ ---------------- -----------
1996 1995
---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Hotel Helia Rt. Hotel/Restaurant Hungary 73% 14%
operator
Hotel Hullam Kozos Hotel/Restaurant Hungary 53% 53%
Vallalat operator
Danubius Beta Hotel/Restaurant Hungary 100% 100%
Hotels Kft. operator
Hotelreservierung und Hotel Reservation Germany 100% 100%
Reiseservice fur operator
Ungarn GmbH
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During 1996, the Company wound up its subsidiary Hotel Esztergom Bt.
The net assets of Hotel Esztergom Bt. were taken into the books of
Danubius Hotel and Spa Rt. at their book values, resulting in no effect
in the consolidated statement of income.
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
Cash equivalents are liquid investments with original maturities of
three months or less.
INVENTORY
Inventory is stated at the lower of cost or net realisable value after
making allowance for any obsolete or slow moving items. Cost is
determined by the weighted average method.
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Valuation Process
Property, plant and equipment and other assets were included at July
31, 1991 at amounts determined by valuation.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT (CONTINUED)
This valuation was performed as part of the process of transforming the
Company to an Rt. The valuation of assets was performed by an
independent valuer. The following methodologies were used in the
valuation for the various categories of assets:
o The sales comparison approach was applied to the valuation of land.
o The depreciated replacement cost approach was applied to the
valuation of buildings and structure.
Depreciation
Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated
depreciation. Depreciation is provided using the straight-line method.
The rates used by the Company are 2% for buildings, 2% to 6% for
building and leasehold improvements and 12-25% for machinery and
equipment.
For assets held prior to July 31, 1991, the depreciation rates are
applied on the revalued asset value from July 31, 1991.
Refurbishment
Significant refurbishment costs are capitalised and depreciated in
accordance with the policy for buildings.
Management have been unable to identify the cost of assets replaced
during refurbishment projects as the cost is included in the hotel
valuation performed in 1991. The written down cost of these assets has
not been removed from the fixed asset register. These fixed assets were
mainly purchased prior to transformation into a company limited by
shares and are carried at July 31, 1991 valuation. These replaced
assets will continue to be depreciated in accordance with Company
policy.
The expected period of major refurbishments is 20 years.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
INVESTMENTS
Investments in which the Company has greater than 20% ownership but
less than 50% (associated companies) are accounted for under the equity
method. Other investments are carried at cost, less provision for any
permanent diminution in value.
INCOME TAXES
The Company uses the liability method in accounting for income taxes.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities are determined using the tax rate
for the period in which those amounts are expected to be received or
paid.
FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION
Transactions arising in foreign currency are translated into Forints at
the rate of exchange prevailing at the date of the transaction. Assets
and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies at the balance sheet
date are translated into Forints at the year end rates of exchange set
by the National Bank of Hungary. The resulting foreign currency
exchange gains and losses are recognised in the statement of income.
REVENUE RECOGNITION
Revenue is recognised on the basis of completed guest nights.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
3. ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
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<CAPTION>
1996 1995
--------- -------
<S> <C> <C>
Trade receivable 433 409
Provision for doubtful debts (40) (43)
Receivable from affiliates 21 -
Prepayments and accrued income 286 203
Income taxes recoverable 20 -
Other receivable 179 231
========= =======
899 800
========= =======
4. INVENTORY
1996 1995
--------- -------
Food and beverages 85 69
Materials 94 51
========= =======
179 120
========= =======
5. OTHER CURRENT ASSETS
1996 1995
---------- --------
Advanced deposit for Hotel Helia - 575
Compensation coupon 557 -
Short-term state securities 766 -
========== ========
1,323 575
========== ========
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See note 17 for further comments on the acquisition of Hotel Helia Rt.
during the year.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
6. PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Furniture
Buildings Fittings
and and Other
Land Improvements Equipment Equipment Total
------- ------------ ---------- ---------- -------
Cost/Valuation:
January 1, 1996 1,965 11,936 1,657 163 15,721
Additions 586 1,419 165 379 2,549
Acquisition 420 2,566 185 91 3,262
Cost of disposals (21) (24) (20) (65)
------- ------- ------- ------- -------
December 31, 1996 2,971 15,900 1,983 613 21,467
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
Depreciation:
January 1, 1996 -- 532 952 22 1,506
Charge for year -- 332 202 101 635
Acquisitions 137 115 55 307
Relating to disposals -- (1) (16) (17) (34)
------- ------- ------- ------- -------
December 31, 1996 -- 1,000 1,253 161 2,414
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
Net book value:
December 31, 1995 1,965 11,404 705 141 14,215
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
December 31, 1996 2,971 14,900 730 452 19,053
======= ======= ======= ======= =======
The values of land and buildings occupied by the Company were
determined with reference to a professional appraisal at April 30,
1991, on an open market existing use basis. Land and Buildings occupied
by subsidiary companies are shown at cost.
Effective August 1, 1991, ownership of land and buildings was passed to
Danubius, except for the land on which the Margaret Island hotels are
located. This land is not subject to "handling rights" or private
ownership. The operation of the two hotels on Margaret Island is
authorised by license from the XIII. Municipality of Budapest. Land
valuation has been included as the Directors believe that Danubius will
continue to have use of the land in perpetuity under the license.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
7. OTHER NON-CURRENT ASSETS
1996 1995
------- -------
Investment in Hotel Helia -- 225
Loans given to employees and directors 17 --
Deferred acquisition costs of Hungar Hotels 91 --
Other investments, unquoted 108 95
------- -------
216 320
======= =======
See note 17 for further comments on the acquisition of Hotel Helia Rt.
during the year and note 19 for details of the Hungar Hotels
transaction subsequent to December 31, 1996.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
8. LONG TERM DEBT
1996 1995
-------- -------
1 year 16 17
1 to 2 years 280 17
2 to 5 years 3,495 46
over 5 years 582 63
------ ------
Total long term debt 4,373 143
Amounts maturing in less
than one year (16) (17)
------ ------
4,357 126
====== ======
Loans consist of the following:
o DEM 15 million long term loan with an interest rate of FIBOR +
2.5% secured by a mortgage on the building of Hotel Helia Rt.
Under the loan agreement, DEM 2.5 million is required to be held
in a specified bank account. At December 31, 1996 no such amount
are held.
o DEM 25 million long term loan with an interest rate of 6-month
LIBOR + a margin of 0.75% to 0.95%, secured by mortgages on
Thermal Hotel Buk and Thermal Hotel Sarvar.
Unrealised foreign exchange losses on these loans of HUF 57 million
(1995 - nil) have been included in the consolidated statement of
income.
9. MINORITY INTEREST
1996 1995
---- ----
Hotel Helia 563 --
Hullam Kft 62 60
---- ----
625 60
==== ====
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
MINORITY INTEREST (CONTINUED)
Minority interest represents the minority shareholders' proportionate
share of the equity of subsidiaries.
1996 1995
----- ----
Opening balance 60 59
Minority interest relating to subsidiary acquired
during the year 509 --
Income attributable to minority shareholders 56 1
---- ----
625 60
==== ====
10. INCOME TAXES
The effective income tax rate varied from the statutory income tax rate
due to the following items:
1996 1995
------- ------
Income before tax and minority interest 2,644 2,069
====== ======
Tax at statutory rate of 18% 476 372
Effect of IAS adjustments (8) 4
Other differences, net (20) (22)
------ ------
Income tax expense 448 354
====== ======
No tax on dividends has been included in the tax calculation as the
Directors are recommending that no dividend relating to 1996 be paid.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
11. SHARE CAPITAL
Registered share capital at December 31, 1996 consists of Ordinary
shares, each of par value HUF 1,000. At balance sheet date 8 million
shares are outstanding (1995 - 8 million shares outstanding).
The share capital of Danubius was issued effective with the
transformation of Danubius Hotel and Spa Company into a company limited
by shares on July 31, 1991. The transformation of share capital has
been accounted for as a transfer of the Accumulated Funds balance and
Revaluation Reserve at December 31, 1990 into Share Capital and Capital
Surplus accounts.
Under the terms of Danubius' Articles of Association, the Company may
also issue shares to employees from time to time as part of the
Company's compensation arrangements.
12. INCOME FROM MANAGED FACILITIES - HOTEL GELLERT
In previous years, the ownership and operating rights of the Hotel
Gellert were in dispute. During the year, the resolution of the
ownership of all assets related to the Hotel Gellert was settled, and
resulted in a payment of HUF 1.4 billion by the Company to the SPA in
return for ownership of the land and buildings. Previously, in May
1995, a Court decision had already concluded that the Company has held
the operating rights of the Hotel Gellert since 1981.
During 1995, the company operated the Gellert Hotel under a verbal
management contract with the SPA. In the 1995 and prior financial
statements, the net income arising from the operation of the Gellert
Hotel was therefore included in income from managed facilities in the
consolidated statement of income.
Commencing January 1, 1996, since the company has full, undisputed
ownership and operating rights of Gellert Hotel, income and expenses
from the Gellert Hotel operating unit are now included in the relevant
line items on the consolidated statement of income. The net income
effect of this reclassification is nil.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
13. CAPITAL COMMITMENTS
As part of the acquisition of Hungar Hotels the Company is required to
spend HUF 2 billion on refurbishment to that hotel chain. See note 19.
The Company has made commitments to spend HUF 201 million on
refurbishment and renovations of hotel buildings and facilities in the
next year.
On February 6, 1996 Danubius signed a contract with the municipalities
for the option to purchase 447 million shares in the Hotel Helia which
represents 26.57% of the Helia. The option period is 18 months with the
purchase price is HUF 489 million and 6% annual price increase applying
from February 6, 1996. Danubius has to share the management fee
receivable from Helia with the municipality until the option is taken.
The option is quaranteed by bank quarantee. At the end of the option
period the purchase is mandatory.
14. CONTINGENT LIABILITY AND RETAINED EARNINGS
Dividends are only available for payment from retained earnings
calculated according to the Hungarian Accounting Law. The following
retained earnings are available for payment of dividends:
December 31, December 31,
1996 1995
------------ -----------
Hungarian Accounting Law retained earnings 4,592 2,503
============ ===========
In certain cases, before dividends can be paid from Hungarian
Accounting Law retained earnings, dividend tax of up to 23% must be
paid. The rate of tax payable is dependent on the residency of the
shareholder which may reduce this rate of tax.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
15. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
The related parties of the Company are:
The Investor group companies, the ultimate parent company of Danubius
in Hungary and Hungarian Hotels Sales Office, an unconsolidated
subsidiary.
Significant related party transactions are:
Danubius operates the Hungarian Hotels Sales Office inc. in Los
Angeles. This company arranges tourism in Hungary and books guests into
Danubius Hotels as well as other Hungarian Hotels. This company is
funded by retained commissions on bookings on an arms length basis and
from funds transferred from Danubius. During 1996, HUF 10 million of
costs were included in normal marketing costs in the books of Danubius.
During 1996 HUF 45 million was paid to Investor group for management
services.
16. ASSET REVALUATION
During 1995, a policy was been adopted whereby valuations in accordance
with International Accounting Standards, where possible, are the same
valuations as used for Hungarian statutory purposes.
As a result of the adoption of this policy, the following increases in
asset values were made in the 1995 financial statements:
HUF '000,000's
Property, plant and equipment 1,632
Investments 104
--------------
1,736
==============
The Directors are of the opinion that the real value of these assets is
above their book value. The increase in value and a further
reclassification of HUF 1,085 million was adjusted to the Capital
Reserve to reinstate the balance of the Capital Reserve to the same
level as in the Hungarian statutory accounts.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
17. ACQUISITION OF HOTEL HELIA RT.
On February 6, 1996 the Company entered into an agreement with OKHB to
purchase an additional 59.82% of the shares in Hotel Helia Rt. for HUF
1.1 billion, bringing the Company's total holdings in Hotel Helia Rt.
to 73.36%. HUF 575 million was paid in December 1995 as an advance
payment. At December 31, 1995, this amount was included in Other
Current Assets. During 1996, the balance of HUF 525 million was paid.
Resulting from this share purchase, the Company commenced operating the
Hotel Helia from January 1, 1996. A formal operating agreement was
negotiated during the year. As a result, the Company commenced
consolidating Hotel Helia Rt. into its consolidated financial
statements.
The purchase equation is as follows:
HUF 000,000
------------
Cost of acquisition 1,324
Less: book value of net assets acquired (1,921)
Plus: minority interest therein 512
------
Purchase price differential (85)
Fair value adjustments
Foreign exchange adjustment to DEM 15 million loan 26
Other foreign exchange adjustments (4)
Minority interest therein (6)
------
Negative goodwill calculated (69)
Allocation of negative goodwill to fixed assets 69
------
Goodwill booked in consolidated financial statements --
======
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
18. SUMMARY FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF ACQUISITIONS
Summary financial information for significant subsidiaries acquired
during 1996:
Acquisition Balance sheet Helia Rt.
Total Current Assets 471
Total Fixed Assets 2,955
Total Liabilities 1,595
==========
Net Assets 1,831
==========
Income Statement
Included from - January 1,
Net Sales 1,192
Pro forma Operating profit 371
Net profit 270
19. SUBSEQUENT EVENT - ACQUISITION OF HUNGAR HOTELS
On January 6, 1997, the Company acquired 85% of the shares of Hungaria
Szalloda Rt. ("Hungar Hotels"), a company incorporated under the laws
of Hungary and operating in the hotel industry, with a commitment to
purchase the remaining 15% of the shares if they are not acquired by
employees of Hungar Hotels by 300 days. The shares acquired have a face
value of HUF 4.7 billion.
Under the purchase agreement, the significant undertakings of the
Company are as follows:
o 50% of the shares must be offered to the public on the Budapest
Stock Exchange within one year of the closing date; and
o within three years of the closing date, a minimum of HUF 2 billion
including 100% of the 1996 profit must be spent on refurbishment
on hotels owned by Hungar Hotels.
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DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
19. SUBSEQUENT EVENT - ACQUISITION OF HUNGAR HOTELS (CONTINUED)
The acquisition is financed by three DEM loans totalling DEM 75
million, as follows:
o DEM 25 million entered into prior to December 31, 1996. See note 8
for further details;
o DEM 25 million entered into on January 2, 1997, repayable in three to
five years, secured by the Budapest Hilton Hotel; and
o DEM 25 million entered into on January 3, 1997, repayable in
three to five years, secured by the Budapest Hilton Hotel.
The unaudited purchase equation is as follows:
HUF 000,000
-----------
Cost of investment
Cash and tender bonds 6,500
Compensation coupons 572
Acquisition costs incurred in 1996 91
-----------
Total purchase price 7,163
Less: book value of net assets acquired 11,726
Plus: minority interest therein 1,759
-----------
Purchase price differential (2,804)
Fair value adjustments
Provision for legal cases 11
Provision for intangibles 30
Minority interest therein 6
-----------
Negative goodwill calculated (2,769)
Allocation of negative goodwill to fixed assets 2,769
-----------
Goodwill -
===========
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<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
19. SUBSEQUENT EVENT - ACQUISITION OF HUNGAR HOTELS (CONTINUED)
Legal and consultancy fees of HUF 91 million relating to this
acquisition, paid by the Company prior to December 31, 1996, have been
capitalised and are included in the consolidated balance sheet under
Other non-current assets. Commencing January 6, 1997, Hungar Hotels
will be consolidated with the other subsidiaries of the Company in the
consolidated financial statements, and this deferred amount will be
included in the cost of investment in Hungar Hotels.
The redemption value of the compensation coupons as per the purchase
contract is HUF 1,625 million. These were purchased by the Company on
the open market at a cost of HUF 572 million. The difference between
the redemption value and the purchase cost of HUF 1,053 million is
subject to corporation tax at the statutory rate of 18%.
In connection with the refurbishment commitment of at least HUF 2
billion in the purchase contract, the negative goodwill will be
allocated against tangible fixed assets to reflect that commitment.
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<PAGE>
DANUBIUS HOTEL AND SPA RT. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
DECEMBER 31, 1996
(All amounts in HUF 000,000's, unless otherwise noted)
20. RECONCILIATION OF TOTAL SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY AND NET INCOME FROM THE
CONSOLIDATED HUNGARIAN STATUTORY FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TO THE
ACCOMPANYING CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1996 1995
-------- -------
Total Shareholders' Equity and Minority Interest per
Statutory Financial Statements 19,463 16,819
Direct reserves postings for donations 16 --
Other items 30 (11)
------- -------
Total Shareholders' Equity and Minority Interest per
Accompanying Financial Statements 19,509 16,808
Less: Minority Interest (625) (60)
------- -------
Total Shareholders' Equity per Accompanying Financial
Statements 18,884 16,748
======= =======
Total net income per Hungarian Statutory Financial
Statements 2,093 1,726
Deferral of Hungar Hotels prepayment 91 --
Foreign exchange differences (32) (9)
Direct reserves postings for donations (16) --
Doubtful debt provisions -- 52
Provision against investments -- 28
Depreciation of fixed assets -- (101)
Write off Short Term Semi Fixed Assets -- 15
Other, net 4 3
------- -------
47 (12)
======= =======
Total net income per Accompanying Financial Statements
2,140 1,714
======= =======
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<PAGE>
Exhibit 21.1
IIC INDUSTRIES INC.
List of Subsidiaries
Israel Tractors and Equipment Co. Ltd. (Israel)
Ambache Engineering, Ltd. (Israel)
Investor Rt. (Hungary)
Interag Rt. (Hungary)
Agrimpex Rt. (Hungary)
Agrimpex Kft. (Hungary)
Agrimpex International Ltd. (UK)
Agrimont Rt. (Hungary)
Agriterminal Rt. (Hungary)
Agrimill Rt. (Hungary)
Viktoria Rt. (Hungary)
Zenit Kft. (Hungary)
Fortunate Rt. (Hungary)
Interag Rt. (Hungary)
Interag Auto Kft.
Kompakt Auto Kft.
Ferencvarosi Autoszerviz Kft.
Motor Pedo, Kft.
Frigoland Kft.
Royal Motor, Kft.
Bunter Kft.
Balton C.P. Limited (England)
Amiran Zambia Ltd. (Zambia)
Dizengoff Ghana Ltd. (Ghana)
Amiran Kenya Ltd. (Kenya)
Tanzania Transcontinental Trading Co. Ltd. (Tanzania)
Balton BV-DWA (Nigeria) Ltd. (Nigeria)
Balton (U) Ltd. Uganda (Uganda)
Dizengoff (WA) Nigeria Limited (Nigeria)
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<PERIOD-TYPE> 12-MOS
<FISCAL-YEAR-END> DEC-31-1996
<PERIOD-END> DEC-31-1996
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<SECURITIES> 0
<RECEIVABLES> 43,400
<ALLOWANCES> 3,358
<INVENTORY> 61,178
<CURRENT-ASSETS> 132,632
<PP&E> 33,630
<DEPRECIATION> 14,419
<TOTAL-ASSETS> 203,556
<CURRENT-LIABILITIES> 85,168
<BONDS> 0
0
1,586
<COMMON> 86,444
<OTHER-SE> 203,556
<TOTAL-LIABILITY-AND-EQUITY> 275,556
<SALES> 275,820
<TOTAL-REVENUES> 275,820
<CGS> 210,593
<TOTAL-COSTS> 0
<OTHER-EXPENSES> 49,083
<LOSS-PROVISION> 1,048
<INTEREST-EXPENSE> 4,100
<INCOME-PRETAX> 20,692
<INCOME-TAX> 5,046
<INCOME-CONTINUING> 12,711
<DISCONTINUED> 0
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<CHANGES> 0
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<EPS-PRIMARY> 8.93
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