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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on January 8, 1999
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 10-Q
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[ X ] QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the period ended November 28, 1998
OR
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from __________ to __________
Commission File Number 0-24904
STROUDS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
DELAWARE 95-4107241
(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)
780 SOUTH NOGALES STREET
CITY OF INDUSTRY, CA 91748
(Address of principle executive offices)
(626) 912-2866
(Registrant's telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports
required to be filed by section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of
1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the
registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to
such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes X No
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Number of shares of common stock outstanding at December 31, 1998: 8,600,340
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STROUDS, INC.
INDEX
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
Condensed Balance Sheets as of November 28, 1998
(Unaudited) and February 28, 1998 3
Condensed Statements of Operations for the
Thirteen and Thirty-Nine Weeks Ended November 28,
1998 and November 29, 1997 (Unaudited) 4
Condensed Statements of Cash Flows for the
Thirty-Nine Weeks Ended November 28, 1998
and November 29, 1997 (Unaudited) 5
Notes to Condensed Financial Statements 6
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL
CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS 10
PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
ITEM 6. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K 16
SIGNATURES 19
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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION
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ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STROUDS, INC.
CONDENSED BALANCE SHEETS
November 28, February 28,
(in thousands, except share data) 1998 1998
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ASSETS (Unaudited)
Current assets:
Cash $ 870 $ 518
Accounts receivable 2,569 1,650
Inventory 66,379 64,002
Other 4,030 5,030
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Total current assets 73,848 71,200
Property and equipment - at cost, net of accumulated
depreciation and amortization 21,217 21,422
Excess of cost over net assets acquired, net of
accumulated amortization 7,337 7,531
Other assets 972 925
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Total assets $103,374 $101,078
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Current maturities of long-term debt $ 609 $ 567
Accounts payable 17,785 13,509
Accrued expenses 16,519 13,154
Current portion of restructuring reserves 3,406 7,247
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Total current liabilities 38,319 34,477
Long-term debt 31,422 29,464
Restructuring reserves 1,000 4,121
Other non-current liabilities 3,218 3,177
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Total liabilities 73,959 71,239
Stockholders' equity:
Preferred stock, $0.0001 par value; authorized
750,000 shares; no shares issued or outstanding -- --
Preferred stock, Series B, $0.0001 par value;
authorized 250,000 shares; no shares issued or
outstanding -- --
Common stock, $0.0001 par value; authorized
25,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding
November 28, 1998, 8,600,340 shares; and
February 28, 1998, 8,579,022 shares 1 1
Additional paid-in capital 39,114 39,082
Accumulated deficit (9,700) (9,244)
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Total stockholders' equity 29,415 29,839
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Total liabilities and stockholders' equity $103,374 $101,078
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See accompanying notes to condensed financial statements.
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STROUDS, INC.
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
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13 WEEKS ENDED 39 WEEKS ENDED
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November 28, November 29, November 28, November 29,
1998 1997 1998 1997
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Net sales $ 59,162 $ 56,877 $168,367 $161,125
Costs and expenses:
Cost of sales, buying and occupancy 41,751 41,505 121,278 118,636
Selling and administrative expenses 16,150 15,038 45,235 44,433
Amortization of excess of cost over
net assets acquired 65 65 194 194
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57,966 56,608 166,707 163,263
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Operating income (loss) 1,196 269 1,660 (2,138)
Other income 63 64 188 180
Interest expense, net (753) (869) (2,304) (2,707)
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Income (loss) before income taxes 506 (536) (456) (4,665)
Income taxes -- -- -- --
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Net income (loss) $ 506 $ (536) $ (456) $ (4,665)
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Basic:
Net income (loss) per share $ 0.06 $ (0.06) $ (0.05) $ (0.55)
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Weighted average shares outstanding 8,600 8,557 8,591 8,547
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Diluted:
Net income (loss) per share $ 0.06 $ (0.06) $ (0.05) $ (0.55)
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Weighted average shares outstanding 8,813 8,557 8,591 8,547
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See accompanying notes to condensed financial statements.
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STROUDS, INC.
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)
39 WEEKS ENDED
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November 28, November 29,
1998 1997
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Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss $ (456) $ (4,665)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash
used in operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization of property
and equipment 3,493 3,582
Amortization of excess of cost over net
assets acquired 194 194
(Increase) decrease in assets:
Accounts receivable (919) (1,789)
Merchandise inventory (2,377) (3,610)
Income taxes receivable --- 2,488
Increase in accounts payable and
accrued expenses 3,389 6,006
Decrease in restructuring reserve (6,409) (1,455)
Other 994 (1,498)
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Net cash used in operating activities (2,091) (747)
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital expenditures (3,841) (1,628)
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Net cash used in investing activities (3,841) (1,628)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Net borrowings (payments) under long-term debt 2,000 (773)
Principal payments under capital lease obligations --- (39)
Increase in overdraft 4,252 3,346
Other equity transactions 32 31
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Net cash provided by financing activities 6,284 2,565
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Net increase in cash 352 190
Cash at beginning of period 518 765
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Cash at end of period $ 870 $ 955
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Cash paid during the year for:
Interest $ 2,301 $ 2,614
Income taxes --- 27
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See accompanying notes to condensed financial statements.
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STROUDS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(1) INTERIM FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
The accompanying Condensed Balance Sheet as of November 28, 1998 and the
related Condensed Statements of Operations for the 13 and 39 weeks ended
November 28, 1998 and November 29, 1997 and Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998 and November 29, 1997 are unaudited.
The unaudited operating results reflect all adjustments (consisting only of
normal recurring adjustments) which are, in the opinion of management,
necessary for a fair presentation of the financial position and operating
results for the interim periods. Information pertaining to the year ended
February 28, 1998 is derived from the audited financial statements included in
the Company's 1997 Annual Report on Form 10-K. This information should be
read in conjunction with the financial statements and notes thereto, together
with management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results
of operations, contained in the Company's 1997 Annual Report filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission on Form 10-K. The results of operations
for the 13 and 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998 may not be indicative of the
results to be expected for the entire fiscal year.
(2) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Income Taxes
Provision for income taxes are based upon the estimated effective tax rate for
the entire fiscal year. The effective rate is subject to ongoing review and
evaluation by management.
Net Income (Loss) per Share
Effective February 28, 1998, the Company adopted Statement of Financial
Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 128, "Earnings per Share." SFAS No. 128
requires dual presentation of basic and diluted earnings per share ("EPS") on
the face of the statement of operations for periods ending after December 15,
1997. Basic EPS excludes the effect of potentially dilutive options, warrants
and convertible securities. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution that
could occur if securities to issue common stock were exercised. Reported EPS
in prior periods have been restated to conform with the provisions of SFAS No.
128. During the 13 week period ended November 28, 1998 the impact of common
stock options and warrants was dilutive and included in the calculation of
EPS. During the 13 week period ended November 29, 1997 and the 39 week
periods ended November 28, 1998 and November 29, 1997, the impact of common
stock options and warrants was anti-dilutive. Accordingly, they were excluded
from the calculation of EPS.
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STROUDS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(2) SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES (Continued)
Recently Issued Pronouncements
In June 1997, the FASB issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No.
131, "Disclosures about Segments of an Enterprise and Related Information"
("SFAS No. 131"). SFAS No. 131 establishes standards for public business
enterprises to report information about operating segments in annual financial
statements and selected information in the notes thereto. SFAS No. 131 is
effective for financial statements for periods beginning after December 15,
1997. In the initial year of application, comparative information for earlier
years is to be restated. SFAS No. 131 need not be applied to interim
financial statements in the year of adoption, but comparative information is
required in the second year of application. The Company has not determined
whether the adoption of SFAS No. 131 will have a material impact upon the
Company's financial reporting.
In April 1998, the AICPA Accounting Standards Executive Committee issued
Statement of Position 98-5 ("SOP 98-5"), "Reporting on the Costs of Start-up
Activities." SOP 98-5 requires that costs of start-up activities, including
organization costs and club openings, be expensed as incurred. SOP 98-5 is
effective for financial statements for fiscal years beginning after December
15, 1998. Restatement of previously issued financial statements is not
permitted. In the fiscal year SOP 98-5 is first adopted, the application
should be reported as a cumulative effect of a change in accounting principal.
The Company has determined that the application of SOP 98-5 will not have a
material impact upon the Company's financial position or results of
operations.
Reclassifications
Certain reclassifications have been made to the November 29, 1997 amounts to
conform to the November 28, 1998 presentation.
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STROUDS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(3) PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment is summarized as follows:
November 28, February 28,
(in thousands) 1998 1998
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Furniture, fixtures and equipment $ 43,699 $ 41,091
Equipment held under capital leases --- 2,081
Leasehold improvements 9,264 9,137
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52,963 52,309
Impairment valuation reserve (1,451) (1,601)
Accumulated depreciation and amortization (30,295) (29,286)
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$ 21,217 $ 21,422
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(4) RESTRUCTURING
During fiscal 1996, the Company initiated a comprehensive restructuring and
cost reduction plan (the "Restructuring Plan"), which resulted in a pretax
charge of $16,250,000. The Restructuring Plan is designed to improve the
operating performance of the Company through the closure or disposition of
certain underperforming stores, elimination of underperforming merchandise
categories and implementation of cost reduction measures, including workforce
reductions, to more closely align the Company's cost structure with future
expected revenues.
During fiscal 1997, the Company closed 2 stores in its Midwest market, 1 store
in California and 1 store in Nevada. In the second quarter of fiscal 1998,
the Company closed 3 additional stores (1 in Southern California, 1 in Chicago
and 1 in greater Washington, D.C.). In addition, the Company is currently
reevaluating the economic feasibility of closing 3 stores identified in the
Restructuring Plan. The Company plans to continue to operate these stores,
where suitable, in the current format or, if circumstances warrant, convert to
an outlet format in order to improve cash flow and minimize the ultimate cost
of disposition. As of November 28, 1998, no changes have been made to the
estimated Restructuring Plan costs and no charges were recorded to operations.
During the first three quarters of fiscal 1998, cash used related to the
Restructuring Plan totaled $849,000, relating primarily to lease termination
fees, workforce reductions and consulting and advisory fees associated with
the Company's restructuring and cost reduction efforts.
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STROUDS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
The following table summarizes the Restructuring Plan charges and payments or
asset write-downs:
Payments and asset Future cash
Original write-downs through outlays and
(in thousands) Provision November 28, 1998 charges
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Occupancy, lease termination
and subsidy costs associated
with the closure or
disposition of stores $ 7,375
Asset write-down; merchandise
inventory, leasehold improve-
ments, furniture and fixtures
and equipment 7,215
Employee severance and other
related costs 1,660
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Total $ 16,250 $ 11,844 $ 4,406
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(5) LONG-TERM DEBT
On March 27, 1998, the Company entered into a new revolving credit agreement
with a new lender (the "Credit Facility"), commenced borrowings under the
Credit Facility and, concurrently, the Company's previous revolving credit
facility was terminated. The borrowing limit under this Credit Facility is
the lesser of $50,000,000 or the sum of 85% of eligible accounts receivable
plus the lesser of 75% of eligible inventory or 90% of orderly liquidation
value. Interest is at a rate equivalent to the Chase Manhattan Bank Rate
("Bank Rate") plus one quarter of one percent (0.25%) per annum or LIBOR plus
two and one half percent (2.50%) per annum (8.25% and 7.78% at November 28,
1998, respectively). The Company can lower its interest spread up to a
maximum of 0.25% and 0.50% on its Bank Rate and LIBOR borrowings respectively,
if it achieves a certain fixed charge coverage ratio, as defined, measured on
a monthly rolling twelve month basis. Included in this facility is a
$7,000,000 letter of credit sub-facility. The Company s Credit Facility
contains various restrictions on the payment of cash dividends, incurrence of
additional indebtedness, acquisitions, investments, loans, merger or
consolidation and disposition of assets. The covenants also require the
Company to meet a minimum net worth requirement at anytime the borrowing
availability is less than $5,000,000. The Company was in compliance with the
covenants at November 28, 1998. The Credit Facility is for an initial term of
three years with annual renewals thereafter.
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STROUDS, INC.
NOTES TO CONDENSED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)
(5) LONG-TERM DEBT (Continued)
At November 28, 1998, the Company had outstanding borrowings of $30,206,000
under its $50,000,000 Credit Facility and $1,120,000 in outstanding letters of
credit for purchase commitments to foreign suppliers under this sub-facility.
On September 11, 1998, the Company entered into an Interest Rate Swap
Agreement (the "New Agreement") with a financial institution. The New
Agreement was entered into for the purpose of converting a portion of its
borrowing to a long-term fixed base rate of interest. The Company converted
$10,000,000 to a weighted average fixed base interest rate of 6.03% plus 2.50%
until this New Agreement expires on March 1, 2001. In connection with the New
Agreement, the Company has issued a standby letter of credit in the amount of
$175,000 to secure the interest rate risk associated with this agreement.
Concurrently, the Company terminated its existing International Swap Dealers
Association Master Agreement (the "Agreement") which covered $20,000,000 at a
weighted average fixed base interest rate of 7.00% plus 2.50%. As a result of
terminating this Agreement, the Company incurred termination fees of $200,000.
ITEM 2. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
OVERVIEW
The following sets forth certain factors that have affected the Company's
results of operations in recent periods, and management believes will continue
to affect the Company in the future.
Restructuring and Asset Impairment
During fiscal 1996, the Company initiated a comprehensive restructuring and
cost reduction plan (the "Restructuring Plan"), resulting in a pretax charge
of $16.3 million. The Restructuring Plan is designed to improve the operating
performance of the Company through the closure or disposition of certain
underperforming stores, elimination of underperforming merchandise categories
and implementation of cost reduction measures, including workforce reductions,
to more closely align the Company s cost structure with future expected
revenues. As part of its restructuring efforts, during fiscal 1997, the
Company closed 2 stores in its Midwest market, 1 store in California and 1
store in Nevada. In the second quarter of fiscal 1998, the Company closed 3
additional stores (1 in Southern California, 1 in Chicago and 1 in greater
Washington, D.C.). In addition, the Company is currently reevaluating the
economic feasibility of closing 3 stores identified in the Restructuring Plan.
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The Company plans to operate these stores, where appropriate, in the current
format or, if circumstances warrant, convert to an outlet format in order to
improve cash flow and minimize the ultimate cost of disposition. The
estimated cost of closure, disposition and/or liquidation and the time
involved is subject to continuing evaluation of these stores and merchandise
categories by management.
During fiscal 1996, the Company recorded a pretax charge of $1.8 million for
the impairment of certain operating assets. The principal factors leading up
to the charge were current and future operating losses on individual operating
assets, whereby the carrying value of certain operating assets exceeded the
current estimate of future cash flows from the related asset. The Company
will continually evaluate the performance of its operating assets for the
factors noted above and, if conditions warrant, write-down the value of such
assets commensurate with the current and estimated future operating
performance.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
13 Weeks Ended November 28, 1998 Compared to the 13 Weeks Ended November 29,
1997
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Net sales for the thirteen weeks ended November 28, 1998 increased $2.3
million, or 4.0%, to $59.2 million versus $56.9 million in the same period
last year. Comparable store sales increased $3.6 million, or 6.5%, for the
period. Sales from new stores and expanded or replacement stores increased by
$0.1 million. Sales were reduced by $1.4 million due to 3 store closures.
Management believes the increase in comparable store sales over the same
period a year ago can be attributable to the Company's increased promotional
efforts, a stronger California economic environment where the majority of the
Company's stores are located and a favorable impact related to competitive
openings. Approximately 6% of the comparable stores were affected by new
competitive openings for the third quarter of 1998 compared to approximately
26% for the same period last year.
Cost of sales, buying and occupancy for the 13 weeks ended November 28, 1998
were $41.8 million versus $41.5 million for the same period a year ago, a $0.3
million increase. As a percent of net sales, cost of sales, buying and
occupancy decreased to 70.6% from 73.0% for the same period a year ago. The
improved gross margin points were primarily due to higher merchandise margins,
the favorable impact of increased sales volume on occupancy costs, rent
reductions, and the decrease of occupancy costs from the closure of 3 stores.
Selling and administrative expenses for the 13 weeks ended November 28, 1998
increased $1.2 million to $16.2 million versus $15.0 million for the same
period in fiscal 1997 and increased as a percentage of net sales from 26.4% to
27.4%. The increase was primarily due to additional advertising expenditures
and administrative compensation expenses. General and administrative expense
as a percent of sales was 6.3% versus 5.6% a year ago. The increases were
primarily the result of increased labor staffing and expenses associated
employee incentive plans.
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As a result of the factors noted above, the Company had operating income for
the 13 weeks ended November 28, 1998 of $1.2 million versus $0.3 million for
the same period a year ago, a $0.9 million increase.
Interest expense, net, decreased $0.1 million to $0.8 million for the 13 weeks
ended November 28, 1998 versus $0.9 million for the same period in fiscal
1997. The decrease was primarily the result of lower average borrowings and
the related cost of borrowing this year.
The Company recorded no income tax benefit or expense associated with its net
income (loss) for the 13 week periods ended November 28, 1998 and November 29,
1997, respectively, due to the uncertainty of the Company's future taxable
earnings and the resulting valuation allowance set-up to reduce deferred tax
assets arising from net operating loss carry-forwards. The estimated
effective tax rate is subject to continuing evaluation and modification by
management.
39 Weeks Ended November 28, 1998 Compared to the 39 Weeks Ended November 29,
1997
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Net sales for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998 increased $7.3 million, or
4.5%, to $168.4 million versus $161.1 million in the same period last year.
Comparable store sales increased $7.9 million, or 5.2%, for the same period.
Sales from new stores and expanded or replacement stores increased by $3.1
million. Sales were reduced by $3.7 million due to 6 store closures.
Management believes the increase in comparable store sales over the same
period a year ago can be attributable to the Company's increased promotional
efforts, a strong California economy where the majority of the Company's
stores are located and a favorable impact related to competitive openings.
Approximately 12% of the comparable stores were affected by new competitive
openings for the first three quarters of 1998 compared to approximately 23%
for the same period last year.
Cost of sales, buying and occupancy for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998
were $121.3 million versus $118.6 million for the same period a year ago, a
$2.7 million increase. This dollar increase was attributable, primarily, to
the increased sales volume over last year. As a percent of net sales, cost of
sales, buying and occupancy decreased to 72.0% from 73.6% for the same period
a year ago. The improved gross margin points were primarily due to the
favorable impact of increased sales volume on occupancy costs for existing
stores, rent reductions and the decrease of occupancy costs from the closure
of 6 stores.
Selling and administrative expenses for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998
increased $0.8 million to $45.2 million versus $44.4 million for the same
period in fiscal 1997 and decreased as a percentage of net sales to 26.8% from
27.6% for the same period a year ago. The decrease as a percent of net sales
was primarily due to the combined effect of increased sales volume and the
lower expenditures for store labor. General and administrative expense as a
percent of sales was 6.1% versus 5.5% a year ago. The increase as a percent
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of sales was primarily the result of increased administrative labor staffing
and expense recognition for newly established employee incentive plans.
The Company had operating income for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998 of
$1.7 million versus an operating loss of $2.1 million for the same period a
year ago, a $3.8 million increase, as a result of the factors noted above.
Interest expense, net, decreased $0.4 million to $2.3 million for the 39 weeks
ended November 28, 1998 versus $2.7 million for the same period in fiscal
1997. The decrease was primarily the result of lower average borrowings and
the related cost of borrowing this year.
The Company recorded no income tax benefit associated with its losses for the
39 week periods ended November 28, 1998 and November 29, 1997 due to the
uncertainty of the Company's future taxable earnings and the resulting
valuation allowance set-up to reduce deferred tax assets arising from net
operating loss carry-forwards. The estimated effective tax rate is subject to
continuing evaluation and modification by management.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
On March 27, 1998, the Company entered into a new revolving credit agreement
with a new lender (the "Credit Facility"). The borrowing limit under this
Credit Facility is the lesser of $50.0 million or the sum of 85% of eligible
accounts receivable plus the lesser of 75% of eligible inventory or 90% of
appraised net liquidation value of inventory.
The Company's cash needs are primarily to support its inventory requirements,
store expansion and refurbishment and systems development. The Company has
historically financed its operations primarily with internally generated funds
and its credit facilities. At November 28, 1998, the Company's working
capital was $35.5 million, while advances from its Credit Facility were $30.2
million. The Company had $18.3 million available for borrowings under its
Credit Facility as determined by the Company's eligible "borrowing base" at
November 28, 1998.
Cash used in operating activities for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998 was
$2.1 million. During the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998, inventory
increased $2.4 million due to seasonal factors. Additionally, for the period
ended November 29, 1997, cash flow from operating activities included a refund
of $2.5 million in income taxes which did not occur in the current year.
Net cash used in investing activities for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998
was $3.8 million. Net cash used was for capital expenditures consisting of
improvements to its distribution and warehouse facility, management
information systems development, existing store refurbishments and remodels.
Cash provided by financing activities for the 39 weeks ended November 28, 1998
was $6.3 million.
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The Company's capital expenditures for the remainder of fiscal 1998 are
currently expected to be approximately $1.5 million and will relate primarily
to the conversion and enhancement of its management information systems, new
store development and existing store remodels and refurbishments.
Management believes that funds generated from operations, its Credit Facility
and use of trade credit will be sufficient to satisfy the Company's working
capital requirements and commitments for capital expenditures through the end
of fiscal 1998.
YEAR 2000
The Company has conducted a comprehensive review of its computer systems to
identify those systems that could be affected by the "Year 2000" issue and has
developed an implementation plan to resolve the issue. The Year 2000 problem
is the result of computer programs being written using two digits rather than
four to define the applicable year. Any of the Company's programs that have
time-sensitive software may recognize a date using "00" as the year 1900
rather then the year 2000. This could result in a major system failure or
miscalculations. The Company anticipates spending approximately $1.1 million
in fiscal 1998 and $0.3 million in fiscal 1999 for the purpose of installing
new merchandise, distribution and financial software. This investment is the
major component of the Company's Year 2000 implementation plan. The Company
presently believes that, with modifications to existing software and
converting to new software, the Year 2000 problem will not pose significant
operational problems for the Company's computer systems as so modified and
converted. The conversion is estimated to be completed by March 1999.
However, if such modifications and conversions are not completed in a timely
manner, unknown risks regarding the Year 2000 problem may have a material
impact on the operations of the Company. The Company has been working with
third party companies to insure Year 2000 compliance. Since only a few
companies have responded to our efforts, there can be no assurance that the
systems of these companies on which the Company's systems rely also will be
converted in a timely manner or that any such failure to convert by another
company would not have an adverse effect on the Company's systems. The
Company does not currently have a contingency plan regarding the Year 2000
conversion, but estimates a contingency plan will be completed by May 1999.
SEASONALITY AND QUARTERLY RESULTS
The Company's business is subject to seasonal and quarterly fluctuations.
Historically, the Company has realized a higher portion of its net sales and
an even greater proportion of its profits in the months of November, December
and January. Additionally, the timing of promotional events may affect the
Company's results in different fiscal quarters from period to period.
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CAUTIONARY STATEMENT FOR PURPOSES OF "SAFE HARBOR PROVISIONS" OF THE PRIVATE
SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995
Certain statements contained in this Management's Discussion and Analysis of
Financial Condition and Results of Operations that are not related to
historical results are forward looking statements. Actual results may differ
materially from those projected or implied in the forward looking statements.
Further, certain forward looking statements are based upon assumptions of
future events which may not prove to be accurate. These forward looking
statements involve risks and uncertainties which are more fully described in
Item 1, Part I of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the Fiscal Year
Ended February 28, 1998.
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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION
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ITEM 6. EXHIBITS AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
a) Exhibits:
The exhibits on the accompanying Index to Exhibits are filed as part of,
or incorporated by reference into, this report.
Exhibit No. Description
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3.1 Form of Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
3.2 Restated By-laws of the Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
4 Rights Agreement, dated as of November 17, 1995, between
Strouds, Inc. and American Stock Transfer & Trust Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
8-K, as filed with the Commission on December 1, 1995.
10.1 Stock Option Plan for Executive and Key Employees of the
Company, including the form of the individual option
agreement thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.2 Form of Amendment to Stock Option Plan for Executive and Key
Employees of the Company, including the form of the amendment
to the individual option agreement thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
10.3 Amended and Restated 1994 Equity Participation Plan of the
Company, including the forms of the individual option
agreements thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
10.4 (First) Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated July 6, 1995.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
10.5 (Second) Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated May 14, 1997.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
Page 16
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Exhibit No. Description
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10.6 Third Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated May 20, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
10.7 Form of the Company s Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
10.8 Amendment to the Strouds, Inc. Employee Qualified Stock
Purchase Plan, January 5, 1995.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25, 1995, as
filed with the Commission on May 25, 1995.
10.9 Warrant Agreement (Warrant 1), dated as of November 20, 1992,
between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.10 Warrant Agreement (Warrant 2), dated as of November 20, 1992,
between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.11 Registration Rights Agreement dated as of January 2, 1996 by
and between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the period ended March 2, 1996, as filed with
the Commission on May 24, 1996.
10.12 Security Agreement between Lyon Credit Corporation and
Strouds, Inc., dated July, 1996.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 31, 1996, as filed
with the Commission on October 11, 1996.
10.13 Financing Agreement between The CIT Group/Business Credit,
Inc. and Strouds, Inc. dated March 27, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 1998, as
filed with the Commission on May 27, 1998.
10.14 Interest Rate Swap Agreement between Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association and Strouds, Inc. dated September 11,
1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 29, 1998, as filed
with the Commission on October 13, 1998.
10.15 Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between Charles
Chinni and Strouds, Inc., dated May 20, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 29, 1998, as filed
with the Commission on October 13, 1998.
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Exhibit No. Description
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* 27 Financial Data Schedule
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* Filed herewith
b) Reports on Form 8-K:
No reports on Form 8-K were filed by the Company during the quarter ended
November 28, 1998.
Page 18
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the
Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
Dated: January 5, 1999
STROUDS, INC.
(Registrant)
/s/ Charles Chinni
---------------------
Charles Chinni
President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer)
/s/ Douglas C. Felderman
------------------------
Douglas C. Felderman
Senior Vice President, Finance
and Chief Financial Officer
(Principal Financial Officer)
Page 19
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EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit No. Description
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3.1 Form of Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
3.2 Restated By-laws of the Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
4 Rights Agreement, dated as of November 17, 1995, between
Strouds, Inc. and American Stock Transfer & Trust Company.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
8-K, as filed with the Commission on December 1, 1995.
10.1 Stock Option Plan for Executive and Key Employees of the
Company, including the form of the individual option
agreement thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.2 Form of Amendment to Stock Option Plan for Executive and Key
Employees of the Company, including the form of the amendment
to the individual option agreement thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
10.3 Amended and Restated 1994 Equity Participation Plan of the
Company, including the forms of the individual option
agreements thereunder.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
10.4 (First) Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated July 6, 1995.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
10.5 (Second) Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated May 14, 1997.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
10.6 Third Amendment to the Amended and Restated 1994 Equity
Participation Plan dated May 20, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s
Form S-8, Registration No. 333-58539, as filed with
the Commission on July 6, 1998.
10.7 Form of the Company s Employee Qualified Stock Purchase Plan.
Incorporated herein by reference to Amendment No. 1 to
the Company s Form S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as
filed with the Commission on September 13, 1994.
<PAGE>
Exhibit No. Description
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10.8 Amendment to the Strouds, Inc. Employee Qualified Stock
Purchase Plan, January 5, 1995.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended February 25, 1995, as
filed with the Commission on May 25, 1995.
10.9 Warrant Agreement (Warrant 1), dated as of November 20, 1992,
between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.10 Warrant Agreement (Warrant 2), dated as of November 20, 1992,
between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
S-1, Registration No. 33-82090, as filed with the
Commission on July 29, 1994.
10.11 Registration Rights Agreement dated as of January 2, 1996 by
and between the Company and BT Capital.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the period ended March 2, 1996, as filed with
the Commission on May 24, 1996.
10.12 Security Agreement between Lyon Credit Corporation and
Strouds, Inc., dated July, 1996.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 31, 1996, as filed
with the Commission on October 11, 1996.
10.13 Financing Agreement between The CIT Group/Business Credit,
Inc. and Strouds, Inc. dated March 27, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-K for the fiscal year ended February 28, 1998, as
filed with the Commission on May 27, 1998.
10.14 Interest Rate Swap Agreement between Wells Fargo Bank,
National Association and Strouds, Inc. dated September 11,
1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 29, 1998, as filed
with the Commission on October 13, 1998.
10.15 Amended and Restated Employment Agreement between Charles
Chinni and Strouds, Inc., dated May 20, 1998.
Incorporated herein by reference to the Company s Form
10-Q for the period ended August 29, 1998, as filed
with the Commission on October 13, 1998.
* 27 Financial Data Schedule
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* Filed herewith
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