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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-K/A
Amendment No. 1
(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 March 29, 1997
or
[] Transition Report pursuant Section 13 or 15(d)
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 [No Fee Required]
for the transition period from ___________ to ___________
Commission File No. 33-9875
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BOSTON ACOUSTICS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Massachusetts 04-2662473
(State or other jurisdiction (I.R.S. employer
of incorporation or identification no.)
organization)
300 Jubilee Drive
Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
(508) 538-5000
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
None.
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
6,000,000 shares of Common Stock ($.01 Par Value)
(Title of Class)
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 the 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. []
The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by nonaffiliates of the
registrant was $48,958,827 as of June 20, 1997.
There were 3,291,366 shares of Common Stock issued and outstanding as of June
20, 1997.
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DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
(1) Registrant's Annual Report to Stockholders for the fiscal year ended
March 29, 1997 (Items 5, 6, 7, 8 and 14 (a)(1))
(2) Proxy Statement for Registrant's Annual Meeting of Stockholders to be
held on August 12, 1997 (Items 10, 11, 12 and 13)
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PART IV
Item 14. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules and Reports on Form 8-K.
(a) The following documents are included as part of this report:
(1) Financial Statements
The following consolidated financial statements are incorporated by
reference to the Registrant's 1997 Annual Report to Stockholders:
Report of Independent Public Accountants.
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 29, 1997 and March 30, 1996.
Consolidated Statements of Income for the three years ended March 29, 1997.
Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity for the three years ended
March 29, 1997.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the three years ended March 29,
1997.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
(2) Financial Statement Schedules
The following financial statement schedules are filed as part of this
report and should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial
statements:
Report of Independent Public Accountants on Schedules
Schedule I -- Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Other financial schedules have been omitted because they are not required
or because the required information is given in the Consolidated Financial
Statements or notes thereto.
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(3) Listing of Exhibits
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Exhibits
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3.A. - Articles of Organization (1)
3.B. - Amendment to Articles of Organization (1)
3.C. - Second Amendment to Articles of Organization (1)
3.D. - Bylaws (1)
4.A. - Specimen Share Certificate (1)
10.A+ - 1996 Stock Plan adopted by Boston Acoustics, Inc. on
February 20, 1996, as amended (6)
10.B.+ - 1986 Incentive Stock Option Plan adopted by Boston
Acoustics, Inc. on October 15, 1986, as amended (2)
10.C. - Lease between Boston Acoustics, Inc. and Newburyport
Turnpike Associates Limited Partnership dated August 24,
1988 relating to office and manufacturing facilities (3)
10.D. - First Amendment between Boston Acoustics, Inc. and
Newburyport Turnpike Associates Limited Partnership dated
March 23, 1994 relating to office and manufacturing
facilities (4)
10.E# - Purchase Agreement dated March 27, 1997 by and between
Gateway 2000, Inc. and Boston Acoustics, Inc. (6)
10.F - Boston Acoustics, Inc. Warrant naming Gateway 2000, Inc.
as registered holder. (6)
10.G# - Letter of Agreement dated January 14, 1997 by and between
Gateway 2000, Inc. and Boston Acoustics, Inc. (6)
13. * - 1997 Annual Report to Shareholders
21. - Subsidiaries of the Registrant (6)
23. - Consent of Independent Public Accountants (6)
27. - Financial Data Schedule (6)
99. - "Safe Harbor" Statement under Private Securities Litigation
Reform Act of 1995 (5)
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* Indicates an exhibit which is filed herewith.
+ Indicates an exhibit which constitutes an executive compensation plan.
# Indicates that portions of the exhibit were omitted pursuant to a
request for confidential treatment.
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(1) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibits in Part II of
File No. 33-9875.
(2) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibit in Item 14 of
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 27, 1993.
(3) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibit in Item 14 of
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 25, 1989.
(4) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibit in Item 14 of
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 26,
1994.
(5) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibit in Item 14 of
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 30,
1996.
(6) Incorporated by reference to the similarly numbered exhibit in Item 14 of
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended March 29,
1997.
(b) Reports on Form 8-K:
No reports on Form 8-K were filed by the Registrant during the last quarter
covered by this report, and no other such reports were filed subsequent to March
29, 1997 through the date of this report.
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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, in the City of Peabody,
Commonwealth of Massachusetts, on the 11th day of November 1997.
BOSTON ACOUSTICS, INC.
(Registrant)
BY: / s/Andrew G. Kotsatos
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Andrew G. Kotsatos
Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report
has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and
in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
Signatures Capacities Date
s/Andrew G. Kotsatos Director, Chief Executive 11/11/97
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Andrew G. Kotsatos Officer and Treasurer
s/Fred E. Faulkner, Jr. Director, President and 11/11/97
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Fred E. Faulkner, Jr. Chief Operating Officer
s/Debra A. Ricker-Rosato Vice President and 11/11/97
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Debra A. Ricker-Rosato Chief Accounting Officer
s/George J. Markos Director 11/11/97
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George J. Markos
s/Lisa M. Mooney Director 11/11/97
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Lisa M. Mooney
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BOSTON ACOUSTICS
1997
ANNUAL
REPORT
[PHOTO OF BOSTON ACOUSTICS STEREO SYSTEM]
[GRAPH OF FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS]
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[PHOTO OF ANDREW G. KOTSATOS]
Andrew G. Kotsatos
CHAIRMAN AND
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
[PHOTO OF FRED E. FAULKNER, JR.]
Fred E. Faulkner, Jr.
PRESIDENT AND
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
TO THE SHAREHOLDERS:
FISCAL 1997 WAS OUR EIGHTEENTH STRAIGHT YEAR OF RECORD SALES. THEY TOPPED $50
MILLION FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE COMPANY'S HISTORY, INCREASING TO $50,308,962,
UP APPROXIMATELY 9% FROM $46,324,791 THE PREVIOUS YEAR. COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH
SNELL ACOUSTICS, THE ENGINEERING OF NEW PRODUCTS, AND OTHER FACTORS CUT INTO NET
INCOME, HOWEVER, AND IT DROPPED TO $5,485,092 IN FISCAL 1997 FROM $6,630,576 IN
FISCAL 1996.
IT WAS A YEAR OF HISTORIC TRANSITION FOR THE COMPANY. WE MADE OUR FIRST
ACQUISITION, INITIATED AN AGREEMENT TO SUPPLY SPEAKER SYSTEMS TO A MAJOR
COMPUTER COMPANY, LAUNCHED INNOVATIVE NEW PRODUCTS FOR EMERGING AND CHANGING
MARKETS, AND ELECTED A NEW PRESIDENT. IN CONTRAST TO THESE EXCITING EVENTS, WE
LOST OUR CEO, CO-FOUNDER AND CLOSE FRIEND, FRANCIS L. REED. WE WILL MISS HIM.
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[PHOTO OF MICROMEDIA]
CHANGING MARKETS
The home entertainment industry is changing rapidly. Core markets are
changing and emerging technologies are driving the pace of change. In 1996,
sales of computers were greater than sales of television sets for the first
time. CD sales declined. The Digital Versatile Disk (DVD)--capable of storing
feature-length films and full surround sound on a disk the size of a CD--looms
on the horizon.
We see changes as opportunities, breathing new vigor into an otherwise
maturing industry, creating new and different markets. Much of what we did in
fiscal 1997 was indicative of how we expect to take advantage of them.
A GATEWAY TO GROWTH
In February, we reached a preliminary agreement, which was finalized in May
of 1997, to supply speaker systems to Gateway 2000, Inc.
Gateway is a global leader in the direct marketing of personal computers,
shipping 1.9 million computers--worth $5 billion--in 1996.
Initial shipments to Gateway began in May with full production slated for
the second quarter of fiscal 1998. We expect the contract to have a material
effect on our fiscal 1998 sales and earnings.
[PHOTO OF MICRO90T WITH VRS SURROUNDS]
MICROMEDIA-TM-
The product covered in the Gateway agreement is our new high performance
MicroMedia system, consisting of a pair of miniature desktop speakers and a
separate subwoofer containing a three-channel amplifier that powers the whole
system. It is capable of producing true high fidelity sound for music, games and
multi-media applications--from a computer, portable CD or tape player, TV or
VCR.
Gateway's choice was based on quality. Our Boston-designed drive units and
active system equalization deliver a performance level that's comparable to much
larger and more costly systems.
MICRO REFERENCE-TM-
We replaced our SubSat products with a new Micro Reference Series.
Two Micro Reference systems were introduced in fiscal 1997. The Micro80 is a
three-piece system consisting of two miniature two-way satellite speakers and a
compact PowerVent subwoofer. It sells for $400.
Moving up the scale, our new Micro90 system consists of two satellites and a
75-watt powered subwoofer with an 8" Deep Channel Design (DCD-TM-) bass unit.
To further enrich sound quality, the housings are made of extraordinarily strong
and rigid die-cast aluminum to eliminate cabinet vibrations that can degrade
sound quality. The system is priced at $800.
THE BEST SMALL SATELLITE HOME THEATER SYSTEM
The new Micro90t package adds a matching center-channel speaker. For a total
home theater experience, the Micro90t package can be used with a pair of our new
VRS Micro diffuse-field surround speakers. The VRS Micro emulates the
performance of multiple theater surround speakers. STEREO REVIEW'S critic said
"... by a wide and clearly audible margin, the Micro90t is the best small
satellite home theater speaker system I have ever
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reviewed." The five-speaker Micro90t with VRS Micro package creates an
extraordinary surround-sound system for only $1,200.
Once again, we are living up to our reputation for great value at a
reasonable price.
[PHOTO OF BOSTON RALLY-TM- SUBWOOFER BAND-PASS ENCLOSURES]
NEW HIGH-END PRODUCTS
We also introduced two new products for the finest home theater and music
systems. The Lynnfield VR14 is a three-way, five-driver horizontal
center-channel speaker. The Lynnfield VR35 is a three-way, five-driver front
tower speaker. Both offer the accurate frequency response and precise dispersion
that make them perfect for high-end music, THX-Registered Trademark- and Dolby
AC-3-Registered Trademark- systems.
NEW AUTO PRODUCTS
As more and more consumers lease cars rather than buy them, the automotive
market is changing. People who lease cars are less inclined to have extra holes
cut out for custom speaker locations. For Boston Acoustics, this means
developing products that fit factory cut holes and standard locations.
Our new Boston Rally RM Series reflects this reality. Both the Boston Rally
RM9 and RM6 systems can be installed in OEM speaker locations without
modification, so lease customers can enjoy the advantages of premium two-way
speaker systems.
We also launched four new Boston Rally Subwoofers in Balanced Band-Pass
Enclosures that offer maximum output with smooth response. With a slant fronted
trapezoidal design, charcoal carpeted exteriors and rounded corners, they are
"ready to roll" in hatchbacks, sedans and sport utility vehicles.
For the serious automotive audiophiles, we introduced the ProSeries 6.4(3)
system. Its premium components, a 6-inch woofer, 4-inch midrange and 1-inch
tweeter are combined into a unified speaker system with a new system-specific
three-way crossover. The result is an ultimate component package with
unparalleled sonic performance and installation flexibility.
RECOGNIZING QUALITY AND INNOVATION
Awards continue to be important in our industry. They are third-party
endorsements of quality, noted by the people who recommend and sell audio
systems. Thus, we're always happy to see our name on the winners' lists.
We captured eight INNOVATIONS '97 awards for new product design and
engineering excellence at the International Winter Consumer Electronics Show in
Las Vegas. The MicroMedia was a personal stereo and computer winner. Home
speaker award recipients included the Micro90t, the VRS Micro, the VR35
floorstanding main and the VR14 center channel. The ProSeries 6.4(3) and the
Boston Rally RM6 and RM9 took automotive system honors.
We also received eight AUDIOVIDEO INTERNATIONAL Hi Fi Grand Prix awards.
Named "Product of the Year" in their respective categories were our: Lynnfield
VR system; VR40 Floor Speaker;
[PHOTO OF RM6 SPEAKERS]
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[PHOTO OF MICRO80 SPEAKERS]
Micro90t; 381 In-wall Speaker; VRS Rear Speaker; CR8 Bookshelf Speaker; VR500
Subwoofer; and VR12 Center Channel.
Six of our automotive products earned AUDIOVIDEO INTERNATIONAL Autosound
Grand Prix awards. "Products of the Year" included the ProSeries 5.4 component,
the ProSeries 6.4 midrange, the RX67 flushmount, the CX9(2) speaker, and the
Neo4t tweeter. The RS12 subwoofer received special recognition.
THE SNELL ACQUISITION
In June, 1996, we completed the acquisition of Snell Acoustics of Haverhill,
Massachusetts, a manufacturer of high-end home speakers for the audiophile
market. Ira Friedman, our Vice President of Marketing, was named President of
Snell.
[PHOTO OF PROSERIES 6.4(3) SYSTEM]
The company--operating as an autonomous subsidiary--is not doing as well as
we would like. To help improve its situation, Snell is eliminating products that
are not selling well, redesigning others, and taking other steps to stimulate
sales.
FRANK AND DOROTHEA REED
Francis L. Reed passed away on November 16, 1996. He was co-founder of the
company and a friend to all of us. There is no way to measure Frank's
contributions, except perhaps to recognize that the company would never have
existed without him.
His wife, Dorothea, passed away on January 4, 1997. She was also active in
the beginning, as the company's first accountant, and as a member of our Board
of Directors.
We miss their friendship and support, and their contributions to Boston
Acoustics. All of us are the better for having known them.
A NEW PRESIDENT
On December 2, 1996, the Board of Directors elected Andy Kotsatos to the
positions previously held by Frank Reed: CEO, Treasurer, and Chairman of the
Board.
In March, 1997, Fred E. Faulkner, Jr. was named President and Chief
Operating Officer. He had been with Millipore Corporation for 28 years, most
recently as Vice President of Technical Operations for its Microelectronics
Division. He brings more than extensive executive experience and skill to the
job--as a member of our Board of Directors since the company went public in
1986, Fred knows the company, its products, and its markets well.
A NEW ERA
Fiscal 1997 was our tenth year as a public company. It was, as reported, a
year of profound change. Taking the long view, however, we see it as a point in
a continuum of change. We have evolved from an entrepreneurial company into a
professionally managed organization. Our product lines have grown from pairs of
speakers for stereo to systems of three, five and even more components for home
theater and entertainment applications. The growth of auto sound, CDs and home
theater systems contributed to our first decade. Computer multi-media, Digital
Versatile Disks and other technologies will play increasingly important roles in
the future, and "lifestyle" issues will shape new product development.
In short, we're looking forward to a healthy and exciting future.
Sincerely,
/s/ ANDREW G. KOTSATOS /s/ FRED E. FAULKNER, JR.
ANDREW G. KOTSATOS FRED E. FAULKNER, JR.
CHAIRMAN AND PRESIDENT AND
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATION
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The following table sets forth the results of operations for the years ended
March 29, 1997, March 30, 1996, and March 25, 1995 expressed as percentages of
net sales.
For the Year Ended
March 29, March 30, March 25,
1997 1996 1995
(53 wks)
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Net Sales 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
Cost of goods sold 57.4 57.1 56.1
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Gross profit 42.6 42.9 43.9
Selling and marketing
expenses 14.4 12.6 12.4
General & administrative
expenses 5.9 5.5 6.0
Engineering & development
expenses 6.3 5.4 5.0
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26.6 23.5 23.4
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Income from operations 16.0 19.4 20.5
Interest income 0.8 1.7 1.9
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Income before provision for
income taxes 16.8 21.1 22.4
Provision for income taxes 5.9 6.8 7.9
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Net income 10.9% 14.3% 14.5%
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FISCAL 1997 COMPARED WITH FISCAL 1996
Operating results for Fiscal 1997 represents 52 weeks of sales and earnings
compared to 53 weeks during fiscal 1996. Fiscal 1997 includes the results of
operations of Snell Acoustics (Snell) since June 1, 1996 as a result of the
acquisition of the business of Snell, a manufacturer of high-end loudspeaker
systems.
Net sales increased 9% from approximately $46.3 million to $50.3 million.
New product introductions in both the home and automotive loudspeaker categories
contributed to the overall sales increase during the twelve-month period ended
March 29, 1997.
Leading the increase in home sales was the introduction of the Micro
Reference (Micro) category of products, replacements for the SubSat series. The
models include the Micro80 and Micro90, 3-piece systems with suggested retails
of $400 and $800, respectively, and the Micro90t, a 4-piece theater system with
a suggested retail of $1,000. The Company also introduced two new THX-certified
front speaker systems. The Lynnfield VR35 front tower speaker and the Lynnfield
VR14 horizontal center channel, with suggested retails of $650 and $600,
respectively, can be used in many combinations to fit a variety of applications.
The Company continued to extend its offering of automotive products. The
ProSeries 6.4(3) system is a premium performance three-way component speaker
system with a suggested retail of $700. The Boston Rally-TM- RX47 is a 4-inch
two-way coaxial speaker system retailing for $139.95 per pair. During the fourth
quarter of fiscal 1997 the Company launched the Boston Rally RM Series of
component speakers and four new Boston Rally Balanced Band-Pass Subwoofer
Systems. The RM9 and RM6 have suggested retails of $299.95 and $249.95,
respectively, and the RS110B, RS112B, RS208B, and RS210B have suggested retails
ranging from $299.95 to $499.95 per system.
The Company's gross margin decreased slightly from 42.9% to 42.6% primarily
due to production inefficiencies associated with new product introductions,
increased freight costs associated with raw material purchases and lower margins
corresponding with products sold by the Company's subsidiary, Snell.
Total operating expenses increased both in absolute dollars and as a
percentage of net sales during fiscal 1997. Selling and marketing expenses have
increased from 12.6% of net sales to 14.4% of net sales primarily due to
increased advertising and literature expenditures associated with new product
introductions and increased international sales related expenses. General and
administrative expenses have increased due primarily to costs associated with
the acquisition of Snell, and the related amortization of goodwill acquired.
Engineering and development expenses have increased primarily due to increased
salaries and benefits relating to additional personnel, as well as increases in
the cost of materials and supplies relating to new product development.
Interest income has decreased in both absolute dollars and as a percentage
of net sales because of the utilization of certain investments for the
construction of the Company's new facility during fiscal 1996, the repurchase of
222,800 shares of the Company's common stock under its Common Stock Repurchase
Program and the acquisition of the business of Snell during fiscal 1997.
The Company's effective income tax rate increased from 32.0% in fiscal 1996
to 35.3% in fiscal 1997 primarily as a result of non-recurring tax credits
realized in fiscal 1996 in connection with capital expenditures.
Net income decreased 17% to $5.5 million from $6.6 million and earnings per
share decreased 16% from $1.52 per share to $1.28 per share.
FISCAL 1996 COMPARED WITH FISCAL 1995
Net sales increased 13% from approximately $41.0 million to $46.3 million.
Because the Company works on a 5-4-4 week quarter, there is an extra week every
five years. The third quarter fiscal 1996 represents 14 weeks of sales and
earnings compared to 13 weeks during the third quarter fiscal 1995. Fiscal 1996,
therefore, represents 53 weeks of sales and earnings compared to 52 weeks during
fiscal 1995.
New product introductions throughout fiscal 1996 contributed to the
continued growth in sales, both domestically and to international distributors.
The Company augmented its automotive speaker categories by completing the
introduction of the Boston Rally-TM- Coaxial Series during the first quarter.
The RX57, RX67, RX87 and RX97 have suggested retail prices ranging from $140 to
$200 per pair. In addition, during the second fiscal quarter the Rally RS
subwoofer category of products were introduced. The Rally RS subwoofers are high
power handling, low distortion woofers that work in small enclosures. The three
models, the RS8, RS10, and RS12, have suggested retail prices ranging from $200
to $260 per pair.
The Company also expanded its home category of loudspeaker models. The CR2
video-shielded center channel
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speaker with a suggested retail of $200 and the CR400 powered subwoofer with a
suggested retail price of $400 were added to the CR Series of products. The
VR2000, a powered subwoofer, the THX-certified VRS Pro diffuse-field surround
speakers and the VR10 center channel with suggested retail prices of $1200, $500
and $300, respectively, were added to the highly acclaimed Lynnfield VR Series
of products. These products make excellent components of a first class home
theater speaker system. Our Designer Series was enhanced with the introduction
of the 351, 361, and 381 models featuring improved sound and weather-proofing
qualities.
The Company's gross margin decreased from 43.9% in fiscal 1995 to 42.9%
primarily due to a shift in sales mix to products with lower margins, certain
raw material price increases absorbed by the Company, and increased expenses
relating to new production equipment and tooling. In addition, the Company had
increased costs relating to temporary additional offsite warehouse space during
the fiscal year, as well as an increased allocation of costs relating to the
relocation of the Company's office and manufacturing facilities.
Total operating expenses remained relatively stable as a percentage of net
sales in fiscal 1996 despite an increase in absolute dollars and increases
associated with the allocation of facility relocation costs. Selling and
marketing expenses have increased slightly due primarily to increased salaries
and related payroll expenses along with certain advertising and international
sales related expenses. General and administrative expenses as a percentage of
net sales decreased slightly from 6.0% in fiscal 1995 to 5.5% in fiscal 1996.
Increased salary and related expenses, as well as costs associated with the
termination of the lease of the Company's former manufacturing and office
facilities were partially offset by non-recurring legal costs expensed during
fiscal 1995. Engineering and development expenses have increased primarily due
to increased salaries and payroll related expenses, as well as materials and
supplies relating to new product development.
Interest income decreased slightly as a percentage of net sales due
primarily to long-term investments maturing and designated for capital
expenditures during fiscal 1996.
The Company's effective income tax rate decreased from 35.3% in fiscal 1995
to 32.0%, primarily due to a lower effective state tax rate resulting from the
favorable tax treatment afforded the Company's foreign sales corporation and
Massachusetts securities corporation, as well as to tax credits relating to
fiscal 1996 capital expenditures.
Net income increased 11%, from approximately $5.9 million to $6.6 million,
while earnings per share increased 10% from $1.38 to $1.52 per share.
GATEWAY CONTRACT
In January 1997, the Company reached a preliminary agreement, which was
finalized in May 1997, to supply the Company's MicroMedia -TRADEMARK- speaker
systems to Gateway 2000, Inc. ("Gateway"). (See Letter to Shareholders). The
Company has arranged to have initial production of the speaker systems to be
supplied to Gateway manufactured and assembled by a third party under the
supervision of the Company's engineering and technical staff. The Company
believes that its relationship with a third-party manufacturer will allow the
Company to fulfill current and future orders under the contract with Gateway.
The Company has received initial orders from Gateway pursuant to the
contract, and the Company expects to receive, under the minimum purchase
terms of the contract, substantial additional orders from Gateway. Since the
contract does not contain a schedule with which Gateway must comply in
placing orders, orders by Gateway may fluctuate significantly from quarter to
quarter over the term of the contract. Assuming Gateway places orders in the
quantity required under the contract by March 1998, a substantial portion of
the Company's revenues for the current fiscal year is expected to be derived
from its contract with Gateway. The terms of the contract with Gateway call
for a limited period of exclusivity for OEM sales to other computer
manufacturers but do not affect the Company's traditional channels of
distribution for these or any of the Company's other products.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
During fiscal years 1995, 1996, and 1997, the Company financed its growth
with cash generated by operations. As of March 29, 1997, the Company's working
capital was approximately $24,681,000. The Company's cash and cash equivalents
were approximately $4,937,000, short-term investments were approximately
$2,594,000, and long-term investments were approximately $1,022,000. At March
29, 1997 the Company had a $1,500,000 unsecured bank line of credit and had not
used any line of credit borrowings since December 1985.
During fiscal 1995 and 1996 the Company purchased three parcels of land
for approximately $1.4 million. This land was used to construct the Company's
new manufacturing and office facilities. Construction of these facilities
began in June 1995 with occupancy taking place in February 1996.
Approximately $6.8 million of cash and investments were used to construct
these facilities. As a result of the new facility construction, the Company
expects to realize certain cost savings, primarily the difference between
rent and depreciation, in future fiscal periods.
During fiscal 1997, the Company repurchased 222,800 shares of its common
stock under its stock repurchase program approved by the Board of Directors on
May 17, 1996. The shares were repurchased in open market transactions at a cost
of approximately $4.3 million provided from available working capital.
On June 13, 1997 the Company announced the redemption of an aggregate of
898,201 shares of its common stock from the estates of its co-founder, Francis
L. Reed, and his wife, Dorothea T. Reed. The shares were repurchased at $26 5/8
per share. As a result of this transaction, the number of outstanding shares of
Boston Acoustics has been reduced to 3,291,366 shares. Funds to complete the
redemption were obtained from an unsecured $25.0 million revolving credit
agreement with a bank.
The Company believes that its current resources are adequate to meet its
requirements for working capital and capital expenditures through fiscal 1998.
CAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 contains certain safe
harbors regarding forward-looking statements. From time to time, information
provided by the Company or statements made by its directors, officers, or
employees may contain "forward-looking" information which involve risk and
uncertainties. Any statements in this report that are not statements of
historical fact are forward-looking statements (including, but not limited to,
statements concerning the characteristics and growth of the Company's market and
customers, the Company's objectives and plans for future operations, possible
acquisitions, and the Company's expected liquidity and capital resources). Such
forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions and involve a
number of risks and uncertainties, and accordingly, actual results could differ
materially. Factors that may cause such differences include, but are not limited
to: the continued and future acceptance of the Company's products, the rate of
growth in the audio industry; the presence of competitors with greater technical
marketing and financial resources; the Company's ability to promptly and
effectively respond to technological change to meet evolving consumer demands;
capacity and supply constraints or difficulties; and the Company's ability to
successfully integrate new operations. For a further discussion of these and
other significant factors to consider in connection with forward-looking
statements concerning the Company, reference is made to Exhibit 99 of the
Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for fiscal year March 30, 1996.
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ASSETS MARCH 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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<S> <C> <C>
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 4,937,232 $ 4,702,299
Short-term investments 2,594,454 6,678,735
Accounts receivable, net of reserve of approximately
$411,000 and $307,000, respectively 9,328,881 8,401,038
Inventories 9,540,757 8,458,593
Deferred income taxes 791,000 730,000
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 809,761 343,066
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Total current assets 28,002,085 29,313,731
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PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, AT COST:
Land 1,433,365 1,433,365
Building 7,012,347 6,762,323
Machinery and equipment 7,414,269 6,344,220
Office equipment and furniture 1,597,499 1,448,950
Motor vehicles 373,177 373,177
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17,830,657 16,362,035
Less--Accumulated depreciation and amortization 6,936,205 5,665,178
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10,894,452 10,696,857
OTHER ASSETS:
Long-term investments 1,022,164 2,305,992
Other assets 2,311,411 807,012
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Total other assets 3,333,575 3,113,004
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$ 42,230,112 $ 43,123,592
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
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CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Accounts payable $ 1,020,146 $ 1,167,933
Accrued payroll and payroll-related expenses 1,210,101 1,078,186
Dividends payable 523,279 551,088
Other accrued expenses 499,446 350,031
Accrued income taxes 68,135 83,617
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Total current liabilities 3,321,107 3,230,855
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COMMITMENTS (NOTE 8)
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
Common stock, $.01 par value-
Authorized - 6,000,000 shares
Issued - 4,602,954 and 4,602,621 shares in 1997
and 1996, respectively 46,029 46,026
Additional paid-in capital 4,973,409 4,966,918
Retained earnings 38,322,082 34,963,583
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43,341,520 39,976,527
Less--Treasury stock, 416,720 and 193,920 shares in 1997
and 1996, respectively, at cost 4,432,515 83,790
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Total shareholders' equity 38,909,005 39,892,737
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$42,230,112 $43,123,592
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</TABLE>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
For the Years Ended
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March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996 March 25, 1995
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
NET SALES $50,308,962 $46,324,791 $41,045,703
COST OF GOODS SOLD 28,875,471 26,468,207 23,015,685
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Gross profit 21,433,491 19,856,584 18,030,018
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SELLING AND MARKETING EXPENSES 7,219,881 5,833,300 5,080,559
GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES 2,965,267 2,552,389 2,475,894
ENGINEERING AND DEVELOPMENT EXPENSES 3,187,131 2,496,523 2,046,087
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Total expenses 13,372,279 10,882,212 9,602,540
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Income from operations 8,061,212 8,974,372 8,427,478
INTEREST INCOME, NET 416,880 777,204 763,944
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Income before provision for income taxes 8,478,092 9,751,576 9,191,422
PROVISION FOR INCOME TAXES 2,993,000 3,121,000 3,242,000
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Net income $ 5,485,092 $ 6,630,576 $5,949,422
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NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE $1.28 $1.52 $1.38
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WEIGHTED AVERAGE NUMBER OF COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING 4,284,974 4,353,032 4,299,196
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DIVIDENDS PER SHARE $.50 $.50 $.425
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</TABLE>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
COMMON STOCK
--------------------------
Additional Total
Number of $.01 Par Paid-in Retained Treasury Shareholders'
Shares Value Capital Earnings Stock Equity
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCE, MARCH 26, 1994 4,481,624 $44,816 $3,431,005 $27,233,204 $ (83,790) $30,625,235
Exercise of stock options 36,700 367 308,096 - - 308,463
Dividends - - - (1,829,152) - (1,829,152)
Net income - - - 5,949,422 - 5,949,422
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BALANCE, MARCH 25, 1995 4,518,324 45,183 3,739,101 31,353,474 (83,790) 35,053,968
Exercise of stock options 124,400 1,244 1,189,819 - - 1,191,063
Purchase and retirement of
treasury stock (40,103) (401) (60,818) (840,485) - (901,704)
Income tax benefits of
stock options - - 98,816 - - 98,816
Dividends - - - (2,179,982) - (2,179,982)
Net income - - - 6,630,576 - 6,630,576
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BALANCE, MARCH 30, 1996 4,602,621 46,026 4,966,918 34,963,583 (83,790) 39,892,737
Exercise of stock options 333 3 6,491 - - 6,494
Purchase of treasury stock - - - - (4,348,725) (4,348,725)
Dividends - - - (2,126,593) - (2,126,593)
Net income - - - 5,485,092 - 5,485,092
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BALANCE, MARCH 29, 1997 4,602,954 $46,029 $4,973,409 $38,322,082 $(4,432,515) $38,909,005
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</TABLE>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
For the Years Ended
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MARCH 29, 1997 March 30, 1996 March 25, 1995
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net income $5,485,092 $6,630,576 $5,949,422
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided
by operating activities-
Depreciation and amortization 1,377,766 1,195,993 899,681
Deferred income taxes (37,000) 18,000 (290,000)
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisition
of Snell Acoustics-
Accounts receivable (585,615) (641,162) (1,191,431)
Inventories (540,047) 268,351 (2,754,323)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets (365,693) 131,026 (169,854)
Accounts payable (373,461) 291,902 196,722
Accrued payroll and payroll-related expenses 228,070 161,304 341,924
Accrued income taxes (15,482) (557,941) 400,400
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Net cash provided by operating activities 5,173,630 7,498,049 3,382,541
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Acquisition of Snell Acoustics (2,818,925) - -
Purchases of property and equipment, net (1,240,356) (9,062,407) (2,302,217)
Purchase of held-to-maturity investments (2,012,856) (3,793,876) (7,180,359)
Purchase of available-for-sale investments - (400,000) -
Proceeds from sale of available-for-sale investments 1,274,734 1,202,465 372,379
Proceeds from sale of held-to-maturity investments 6,106,231 7,447,430 5,766,333
Decrease (increase) in other assets 249,108 21,117 (159,029)
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Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities 1,557,936 (4,585,271) (3,502,893)
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Exercise of stock options 6,494 1,191,063 308,463
Income tax benefit from stock options - 98,816 -
Purchase of treasury stock (4,348,725) (901,704) -
Dividends paid (2,154,402) (2,169,444) (1,716,472)
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Net cash used in financing activities (6,496,633) (1,781,269) (1,408,009)
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NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS 234,933 1,131,509 (1,528,361)
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF YEAR 4,702,299 3,570,790 5,099,151
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CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF YEAR $4,937,232 $4,702,299 $3,570,790
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Dividends payable $ 523,279 $ 551,088 $ 540,550
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SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Cash paid for income taxes $3,045,742 $3,562,125 $3,198,600
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</TABLE>
THE ACCOMPANYING NOTES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF THESE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL
STATEMENTS.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS MARCH 29,1997
1. OPERATIONS AND SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Boston Acoustics, Inc. (the Company) engineers, manufactures and markets
home loudspeakers and automotive speakers. The Company's products are
principally marketed in the United States, Canada, Europe and Asia through
selected audio and audio-video specialty dealers and distributors.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements reflect the operations of
the Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany
amounts have been eliminated in consolidation.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements reflect the application
of the following significant accounting policies.
A. REVENUE RECOGNITION
Revenue is recognized when products are shipped to customers.
B. CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
The Company considers all highly liquid investments with remaining
maturities of three months or less at the time of acquisition to be cash
equivalents.
C. SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS
The Company accounts for its investments in accordance with Statement of
Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 115, Accounting for Certain
Investments in Debt and Equity Securities. Accordingly, at March 29, 1997, the
Company's investments are classified as held-to-maturity (recorded at amortized
cost) and as available-for-sale (recorded at fair market value).
D. INVENTORIES
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or market
and consist of the following:
March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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Raw materials and work-in-process $5,889,305 $4,518,656
Finished goods 3,651,452 3,939,937
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$9,540,757 $8,458,593
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Work-in-process and finished goods inventories consist of materials, labor
and manufacturing overhead.
E. DEPRECIATION AND AMORTIZATION
The Company provides for depreciation and amortization using both straight-
line and accelerated methods by charges to operations in amounts estimated to
allocate the cost of the assets over their estimated useful lives as follows:
Asset Classification Estimated Useful Life
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Building 39 years
Machinery and equipment 3-5 years
Office equipment and furniture 5 years
Motor vehicles 3 years
F. WARRANTY COSTS
Warranty costs are recorded when incurred by the Company. During the three-
year period ended March 29, 1997, warranty costs were not significant, and
future warranty costs are not expected to be significant.
G. INCOME TAXES
The Company provides for income taxes in accordance with SFAS No. 109,
Accounting for Income Taxes. SFAS No. 109 requires the recognition of deferred
tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences of temporary
differences between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and
liabilities.
H. NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE
Net income per common share is computed using the weighted average number of
shares of common stock and common stock equivalents (stock options) outstanding
during each year when dilutive. Fully diluted earnings per share have not been
presented, as the amounts would not differ significantly from primary earnings
per share.
I. POSTRETIREMENT AND POSTEMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The Company has no obligation for postretirement or postemployment benefits.
J. USE OF ESTIMATES IN THE PREPARATION OF FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial
statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the
reporting periods. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
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K. CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK
SFAS No. 105, DISCLOSURE OF INFORMATION ABOUT FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS WITH
OFF-BALANCE-SHEET RISK AND FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS WITH CONCENTRATIONS OF CREDIT
RISK, requires disclosure of any significant off-balance-sheet and credit risk
concentrations. The Company has no significant off-balance-sheet concentration
of credit risk such as foreign exchange contracts, option contracts or other
foreign hedging arrangements. The Company maintains the majority of its cash
balances with three financial institutions. The Company's accounts receivable
credit risk is not concentrated within any geographic area and does not
represent a significant credit risk to the Company. During fiscal 1997 and 1996,
one customer represented 11% of the Company's net sales.
L. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
SFAS No. 107, DISCLOSURES ABOUT FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS,
requires disclosure about fair value of financial instruments. Financial
instruments consist of cash equivalents, marketable securities and accounts
receivable. The estimated fair value of these financial instruments approximates
their carrying value and, except for accounts receivable, is based primarily on
market quotes. The Company's cash equivalents and marketable securities are
generally obligations of the federal government or investment-grade corporate or
municipal issuers. The Company, by policy, limits the amount of credit exposure
to any one financial institution.
M. IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS
The Company follows the provisions of SFAS No. 121, ACCOUNTING FOR THE
IMPAIRMENT OF LONG-LIVED ASSETS AND FOR LONG-LIVED ASSETS TO BE DISPOSED OF.
SFAS No. 121 addresses accounting and reporting requirements for impairment of
long-lived assets based on their fair market values. The carrying value of
intangible assets, principally goodwill, is periodically reviewed by the Company
based on the expected future undiscounted operating cash flows of the related
business unit. Based on its most recent analysis, the Company believes that no
material impairment of intangible assets exists as of March 29, 1997.
N. NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARD
On March 31, 1997, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued SFAS No.
128, EARNINGS PER SHARE. SFAS No. 128 establishes standards for computing and
presenting earnings per share and applies to entities with publicly held common
stock or potential common stock. SFAS No. 128 is effective for fiscal years
ending after December 15, 1997, and early adoption is not permitted. When
adopted by the Company, SFAS No. 128 will require restatement of prior year's
earnings per share. The Company believes that the adoption of SFAS No. 128 will
not have a material effect on its financial statements.
2. INVESTMENTS
The Company's portfolio of investments consists of marketable securities
classified as available-for-sale and held-to-maturity. Investments held at March
29, 1997 and March 30, 1996 are presented below.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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Amortized Market Amortized Market
Cost Value Cost Value
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Short-term investments-
Available-for-sale-
Money market and equity
securities - - $1,274,734 $1,274,734
Held-to-maturity-
U.S. Treasury Notes and state
and municipal general
obligation and revenue bonds 2,594,454 2,595,400 5,404,001 5,421,311
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Total short-term investments $2,594,454 $2,595,400 $6,678,735 $6,696,045
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Long-term investments
(one- to two-year maturity)-
Held-to-maturity-
State and municipal general
obligation and revenue bonds $1,022,164 $1,021,543 $2,305,992 $2,311,928
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</TABLE>
Realized gains and losses on sales of marketable securities for each of the
three years in the period ended March 29, 1997 were not material to the
Company's results of operations.
3. INCOME TAXES
The components of deferred tax assets consist of temporary differences
between the financial reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities. A
valuation allowance has not been provided, as the Company expects to realize all
deferred tax amounts.
The approximate tax effect of each temporary difference is as follows:
March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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Current deferred tax assets-
Accruals not currently deductible $ 320,000 $262,000
Receivable reserves 286,000 228,000
Inventory reserves 185,000 240,000
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791,000 730,000
Noncurrent deferred tax assets-
Depreciation 243,000 267,000
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Total deferred tax assets $1,034,000 $997,000
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The noncurrent deferred income taxes are included in other assets in the
accompanying consolidated balance sheets.
The components of the provision for income taxes shown in the accompanying
consolidated statements of income consist of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
March 29, March 30, March 25,
1997 1996 1995
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Current-
Federal $2,402,000 $2,800,000 $2,796,000
State 628,000 303,000 736,000
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3,030,000 3,103,000 3,532,000
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Deferred-
Federal (29,000) 23,000 (231,000)
State (8,000) (5,000) (59,000)
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(37,000) 18,000 (290,000)
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Provision for
income taxes $2,993,000 $3,121,000 $3,242,000
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</TABLE>
The effective income tax rate varies from the amount computed using the
statutory U.S. income tax rate as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
March 29, March 30, March 25,
1997 1996 1995
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Federal statutory rate 34.0% 34.0% 34.0%
Increase in taxes resulting from
state income taxes, net of
federal income tax benefit 4.9 2.0 4.9
Municipal bond interest (1.3) (1.7) (2.2)
Foreign sales corporation (2.7) (2.2) (1.7)
Other .4 (.1) .3
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35.3% 32.0% 35.3%
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</TABLE>
4. SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
A. STOCK OPTIONS
The Company maintained an incentive stock option plan, which expired in
October 1996. The Company has 60,667 options outstanding under this plan as of
March 29, 1997. In February 1996, the Board of Directors approved a new
incentive stock option plan (collectively, the Plan) authorizing 200,000 shares
of common stock. The Plan is administered by the Board of Directors, and options
are granted at not less than the fair market value of the Company's common stock
on the date of grant. In July 1996, the Board of Directors amended the Plan to
permit the granting of nonqualified stock options and to allow the purchase of
up to 20,000 shares of common stock by a director who is not an officer or
employee of the Company.
The following is a summary of stock option activity:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Weighted
Number of Price Average
Options Range Price
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<S> <C> <C> <C>
Outstanding at March 26, 1994 161,100 $8.125 - $9.90 $9.31
Options granted 10,000 17.00 17.00
Options exercised (36,700) 8.125 - 9.00 8.40
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Outstanding at March 25, 1995 134,400 8.875 - 17.00 10.11
Options granted 62,000 18.50 - 19.50 19.32
Options exercised (124,400) 8.875 - 9.90 9.57
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Outstanding at March 30, 1996 72,000 17.00 - 19.50 19.00
Options granted 98,000 17.50 - 19.25 18.21
Options exercised (333) 19.50 19.50
Options canceled (11,000) 17.00 - 19.50 18.36
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Outstanding at March 29, 1997 158,667 $17.00 - $19.50 $18.55
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Exercisable at March 29, 1997 21,658 $17.00 - $19.50 $18.95
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</TABLE>
In October 1995, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued SFAS No.
123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation, which requires the measurement of
the fair value of stock options and warrants to be included in the statement of
income or disclosed in the notes to the financial statements. The Company has
determined that it will continue to account for stock-based compensation for
employees under Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25 and elect the
disclosure-only alternative under SFAS No. 123 for options granted after January
1, 1996 using the Black-Scholes option pricing model prescribed by SFAS No. 123.
The weighted average assumptions are as follows:
March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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Risk-free interest rate 6.33% 6.38%
Expected dividend yield .50 .50
Expected lives 5 5
Expected volatility 42% 42%
Had compensation cost for these plans been determined consistent with SFAS
No. 123, the Company's net income and net income per share would have been
reduced to the following pro forma amounts:
March 29, 1997 March 30, 1996
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Net income-
As reported $5,485,092 $6,630,576
Pro forma 5,438,212 6,469,619
Net income per share-
As reported $1.28 $1.52
Pro forma 1.27 1.51
Because the method prescribed by SFAS No. 123 has not been applied to
options granted prior to January 1, 1995, the resulting pro forma compensation
cost may not be representative of that to be expected in future years.
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B. WARRANTS
In connection with a supply agreement entered into in March 1997, the
Company granted a customer warrants to purchase up to 100,000 shares of common
stock at an exercise price of $17.50 per share, which are fully exercisable at
March 29, 1997. The Company has the right to purchase any unexercised warrants
at a price of $7.00 per warrant if at any time after March 1999 the price of the
Company's common stock exceeds $25.00 per share. The warrants expire in March
2000. In accordance with SFAS 123, the Company has calculated the value of these
warrants at $484,000, which will be charged to operations as product is shipped
to the customer.
5. LINE OF CREDIT
The Company has a $1,500,000 unsecured line of credit with a bank available
for letters of credit, bankers' acceptances and direct advances. Interest on
letters of credit and bankers' acceptances is based on the prevailing rate (1.5%
at March 29, 1997). Direct advances accrue interest at the bank's commercial
base rate (8.50% at March 29, 1997). No amounts were outstanding under the line
of credit at March 29, 1997 and March 30, 1996.
6. EXPORT SALES
Export sales (primarily to Europe, Asia and Canada) accounted for
approximately 21%, 20% and 22% of net sales during fiscal 1997, 1996 and 1995,
respectively.
7. EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN
On March 1, 1995, the Company established the Boston Acoustics, Inc. 401(k)
Retirement Plan (the 401(k) Plan). The 401(k) Plan is a defined contribution
plan established under the provisions of Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue
Code. The Company may make a matching contribution of 25% of each participant's
contribution, up to a maximum of 5% of a participant's compensation for the plan
year. The Company contributed approximately $53,000, $55,000 and $4,000 to the
401(k) Plan during fiscal 1997, 1996 and 1995, respectively.
8. COMMITMENTS
The Company leases a facility which is occupied by Snell Acoustics under an
operating lease agreement that expires in fiscal 1999. The lease requires annual
payments of approximately $148,000 through fiscal 1999.
9. ACQUISITION OF SNELL ACOUSTICS, INC.
Effective June 1, 1996, the Company acquired all of the assets and the
business and assumed certain liabilities of Snell Acoustics, Inc. (Snell). Snell
manufactures high-end home loudspeaker systems for the audiophile market. The
acquisition, which was financed with available cash, was accounted for as a
purchase, and accordingly, the results of Snell since June 1, 1996 are included
in the accompanying consolidated statements of income.
The aggregate purchase price of $3,098,000 (which consisted of $720,000 in
cash, approximately $2,300,000 of assumed liabilities and $78,000 of direct
acquisition costs) was allocated based on the fair value of the tangible and
intangible assets acquired as follows:
Current assets $ 988,000
Property and equipment 228,000
Goodwill 1,882,000
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$3,098,000
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The excess of the purchase price over the fair value of the net assets
acquired was allocated to goodwill and will be charged to operations over four
years. Unaudited pro forma results of operations to reflect the Snell
acquisition have not been presented, as they are not material.
10. SUBSEQUENT EVENT
On June 13, 1997, the Company entered into an agreement with the estates of
its founder and former Chief Executive Officer and his spouse. Under the terms
of the agreement, the Company will acquire approximately 898,000 shares of the
Company's common stock owned by the estate for approximately $23,915,000. The
Company has obtained a $25,000,000 unsecured line of credit with a bank to
finance this transaction.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS
TO BOSTON ACOUSTICS, INC.:
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Boston
Acoustics, Inc. (a Massachusetts corporation) and subsidiaries as of March 29,
1997 and March 30, 1996, and the related consolidated statements of income,
shareholders' equity and cash flows for each of the three years in the period
ended March 29, 1997. 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 financial position of Boston Acoustics, Inc. and
subsidiaries as of March 29, 1997 and March 30, 1996, and the results of their
operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended
March 29, 1997, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
ARTHUR ANDERSEN LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
May 9, 1997 (except with respect to the matter discussed in Note 10, as to which
the date is June 13, 1997)
FIVE YEAR SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA (Amounts In Thousands Except Per Share Data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
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1997 1996 1995 1994 1993
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<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
INCOME STATEMENT DATA
Net Sales $ 50,309 $ 46,325 $ 41,046 $ 34,488 $ 32,603
Net Income 5,485 6,631 5,949 4,682 4,772
Net Income Per Common Share 1.28 1.52 1.38 1.10 1.10
Weighted Average Number of
Common Shares Outstanding 4,285 4,353 4,299 4,250 4,333
Dividends Per Share $ .50 $ .50 $ .425 $ .40 $ .30
BALANCE SHEET DATA
Working Capital $ 24,681 $ 26,083 $ 25,924 $ 22,723 $ 19,532
Total Assets 42,230 43,124 38,379 32,899 29,430
Shareholders' Equity 38,909 39,893 35,054 30,625 27,280
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QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (Amounts In Thousands Except Per Share Data)
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YEAR ENDED MARCH 29, 1997
Net Sales $ 11,052 $ 12,199 $ 14,779 $ 12,279 $ 50,309
Gross Profit 4,775 5,027 6,458 5,173 21,433
Net Income 1,319 1,203 1,795 1,168 5,485
Net Income per Common Share .30 .28 .42 .28 1.28
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YEAR ENDED MARCH 30, 1996
Net Sales $ 9,862 $ 11,648 $ 13,558 $ 11,257 $ 46,325
Gross Profit 4,373 5,048 5,807 4,629 19,857
Net Income 1,464 1,790 2,120 1,257 6,631
Net Income per Common Share .34 .41 .49 .28 1.52
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SHAREHOLDER INFORMATION
Boston Acoustics, Inc. encourages investors to become informed about its
business. Additional information, copies of this report and the Company's Form
10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission may be obtained by
writing to Debra A. Ricker-Rosato, VICE PRESIDENT - FINANCE.
DIVIDEND POLICY
In August of 1992 the Company authorized a 50% increase in its annual
dividend rate from $.20 to $.30 per share. In February 1993 the Company
authorized an increase to $.40 per share and a further increase to $.50 per
share was authorized in February 1995. Dividends are declared and paid
quarterly. Four quarterly dividends totaling $.50 were declared during fiscal
1997.
STOCK MARKET ACTIVITY
The common stock of Boston Acoustics, Inc. has been listed on the NASDAQ
National Market System under the symbol BOSA since its initial public offering
on December 12, 1986. The following table sets forth high and low closing prices
by quarter reported by NASDAQ:
Fiscal 1997 High Low
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First Quarter 26 18 1/4
Second Quarter 23 3/4 19 1/2
Third Quarter 21 3/4 16 3/4
Fourth Quarter 30 3/4 16 3/4
Fiscal 1996 High Low
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First Quarter 19 1/4 17
Second Quarter 21 18 1/4
Third Quarter 24 3/4 19 3/4
Fourth Quarter 23 18 1/4
There were 144 shareholders of record as of March 29, 1997. Shareholders
who beneficially own common stock held in nominee of street name are not
included in the number of shareholders of record.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ANDREW G. KOTSATOS
CHAIRMAN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
AND TREASURER
Boston Acoustics,Inc.
FRED E. FAULKNER, JR.
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING
OFFICER
Boston Acoustics,Inc.
GEORGE J. MARKOS
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT
AND GENERAL COUNSEL
Yell-O-Glow Corporation
LISA M. MOONEY
Executive Officers
ANDREW G. KOTSATOS
CHAIRMAN, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
AND TREASURER
FRED E. FAULKNER, JR.
PRESIDENT AND CHIEF OPERATING
OFFICER
IRA S. FRIEDMAN
VICE PRESIDENT - MARKETING AND
PRESIDENT Snell Acoustics
MOSES A. GABBAY
VICE PRESIDENT - ENGINEERING
PAUL F. REED
VICE PRESIDENT - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
DEBRA A. RICKER-ROSATO
VICE PRESIDENT - FINANCE
ROBERT L. SPANER
VICE PRESIDENT - SALES
CORPORATE INFORMATION
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS
Boston Acoustics, Inc.
300 Jubilee Drive
Peabody, MA 01960
Telephone: (508) 538-5000
Fax: (508) 538-5091
AUDITORS
Arthur Andersen LLP
Boston, Massachusetts
LEGAL COUNSEL
Peabody & Arnold
Boston, Massachusetts
TRANSFER AGENT
Bank of Boston
c/o Boston EquiServe, LP
Boston, Massachusetts
