HARLEY-DAVIDSON, INC. MILWAUKEE, Oct. 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Harley-Davidson, Inc. (NYSE:HOG) third quarter 2017 diluted EPS decreased to $0.40 from $0.64 in the third quarter of 2016. Third quarter net income was $68.2 million on consolidated revenue of $1.15 billion versus net income of $114.1 million on consolidated revenue of $1.27 billion in the third quarter of 2016.
"The continued weakness in the U.S. motorcycle industry only heightens our resolve and the intensity we are bringing to the quest to build the next generation of Harley-Davidson riders," said Matt Levatich, president and CEO, Harley-Davidson, Inc. "Launching one hundred new high-impact motorcycles is a critical part of our 10-year journey, and the all new Softail line-up is a significant statement of our commitment."
Harley-Davidson worldwide retail motorcycle sales were down 6.9 percent in the third quarter compared to the same period in 2016. Harley-Davidson U.S. retail motorcycle sales were down 8.1 percent compared to the year-ago quarter, with the overall U.S. industry down 9.2 percent for the same period. Harley-Davidson's U.S. market share for the quarter was 53.1 percent in the 601cc-plus segment, up compared to the same quarter in 2016. Harley-Davidson's international retail motorcycle sales decreased 4.6 percent compared to the third quarter in 2016.
"As the motorcycle industry leader - with dealer strength and rider passion and loyalty like no other - we believe we are uniquely positioned to build ridership and strengthen the sport of motorcycling. Not just in the U.S. but around the world. Our investments in new product and marketing are targeted to drive ridership growth. We have the strategies, plans and people to make it happen," said Levatich.
Through nine months, Harley-Davidson 2017 diluted EPS was $2.95, down 16.9 percent from $3.55 in the year-ago period. Harley-Davidson 2017 net income was $513.4 million on consolidated revenue of $4.42 billion compared to nine-month 2016 net income of $645.0 million on consolidated revenue of $4.89 billion. For the first nine months, worldwide retail motorcycle sales were down 6.1 percent compared to the same period in 2016.
Harley-Davidson Retail Motorcycle Sales
In units as
reported by H-D
dealers 3rd Quarter Nine Months
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2017 2016 Change 2017 2016 Change
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U.S. 41,793 45,469 (8.1)% 124,777 135,581 (8.0)%
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Canada 2,575 2,663 (3.3)% 8,763 8,946 (2.0)%
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Latin America 2,306 2,605 (11.5)% 7,003 7,064 (0.9)%
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EMEA 10,078 10,224 (1.4)% 37,475 37,947 (1.2)%
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Asia Pacific 7,457 7,994 (6.7)% 22,628 24,141 (6.3)%
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International
Total 22,416 23,486 (4.6)% 75,869 78,098 (2.9)%
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Worldwide Total 64,209 68,955 (6.9)% 200,646 213,679 (6.1)%
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Harley-Davidson new retail motorcycle sales in the U.S. were down in the third quarter compared to the third quarter of 2016, primarily driven by weak industry
conditions including the impacts of hurricanes in the southeast and Texas. International new retail motorcycle sales were also down in the quarter compared to the
same period in 2016, driven by weak performance in Japan, Australia and Mexico.
Motorcycles and Related Products Segment Results
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$ in thousands 3rd Quarter Nine Months
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2017 2016 Change 2017 2016 Change
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Motorcycle Shipments (vehicles) 41,662 48,611 (14.3)% 194,300 219,807 (11.6)%
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Revenue
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Motorcycles 653,345 788,856 (17.2)% 3,023,480 3,437,066 (12.0)%
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Parts & Accessories 229,709 231,279 (0.7)% 636,232 673,192 (5.5)%
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General Merchandise 72,687 65,289 11.3% 191,540 211,664 (9.5)%
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Gross Margin 28.8% 33.6% (4.8)pts 34.4% 36.1% (1.7)pts
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Operating Income 19,648 108,929 (82.0)% 578,137 764,135 (24.3)%
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Operating Margin 2.0% 10.0% (8.0)pts 14.9% 17.6% (2.7)pts
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Revenue from the Motorcycles and Related Products segment was down in the third quarter of 2017 versus prior year largely due to decreased motorcycle shipments. Operating margin was down in the quarter versus prior year
due to lower shipments, unfavorable mix and higher manufacturing costs.
Financial Services Segment Results
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$ in thousands 3rd Quarter Nine Months
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2017 2016 Change 2017 2016 Change
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Revenue 189,059 183,183 3.2% 550,314 547,505 0.5%
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Operating Income 77,060 69,447 11.0% 211,631 215,391 (1.7)%
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The Financial Services segment operating income was up 11 percent in the third quarter compared to the year ago period due to a lower provision for credit losses.
Income Tax Rate
For the first nine months of 2017, Harley-Davidson's effective tax rate was 33.2 percent compared to 32.9 percent in the prior year period. The company now expects its full-year 2017 effective tax rate to be approximately 33.4 percent.
Other Results
Cash and marketable securities totaled $683.1 million at the end of the third quarter, compared to $795.3 million a year ago. During the first nine months of 2017, Harley-Davidson generated $949.1 million of cash from operating activities compared to $927.8 million for the first nine months of 2016. The company paid a cash dividend of $0.365 per share for the third quarter of 2017, and a cumulative total of $1.095 per share for the first nine months of 2017. On a discretionary basis, the company repurchased 4.5 million shares of its common stock during the third quarter of 2017 for $222 million. In the third quarter of 2017, there were 170.7 million weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding, compared to 179.3 million shares in the same period a year ago. At the end of the period, 10.6 million shares remained on a board-approved share repurchase authorization.
Guidance
Harley-Davidson continues to expect to ship 241,000 to 246,000 motorcycles to dealers worldwide in 2017, which is down approximately 6 percent to 8 percent from 2016. In the fourth quarter, the company expects to ship 46,700 to 51,700 motorcycles compared to 42,414 motorcycles shipped in the year-ago period. The company continues to expect full-year 2017 operating margin to be down approximately 1 percentage point compared to 2016. The company continues to expect 2017 capital expenditures to be $200 million to $220 million.
Company Background
Harley-Davidson, Inc. is the parent company of Harley-Davidson Motor Company and Harley-Davidson Financial Services. Since 1903, Harley-Davidson Motor Company has fulfilled dreams of personal freedom with custom, cruiser and touring motorcycles, riding experiences and events and a complete line of Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, accessories, general merchandise, riding gear and apparel. Harley-Davidson Financial Services provides wholesale and retail financing, insurance, extended service and other protection plans and credit card programs to Harley-Davidson dealers and riders in the U.S., Canada and other select international markets. For more information, visit Harley-Davidson's Web site at www.harley-davidson.com.
Conference Call and Webcast Presentation
Harley-Davidson will discuss third quarter results on a Webcast at 8:00 a.m. CT today. The supporting slides will be posted prior to the call and can be accessed at http://investor.harley-davidson.com under the Events and Presentations section. The audio portion of today's call will also be posted approximately two hours after the call concludes.
Forward-Looking Statements
The company intends that certain matters discussed in this release are "forward-looking statements" intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified as such because the context of the statement will include words such as the company "believes," "anticipates," "expects," "plans," or "estimates" or words of similar meaning. Similarly, statements that describe future plans, objectives, outlooks, targets, guidance or goals are also forward-looking statements. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially, unfavorably or favorably, from those anticipated as of the date of this release. Certain of such risks and uncertainties are described below. Shareholders, potential investors, and other readers are urged to consider these factors in evaluating the forward-looking statements and cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements included in this release are only made as of the date of this release, and the company disclaims any obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances.
The company's ability to meet the targets and expectations noted depends upon, among other factors, the company's ability to (i) execute its business strategy, (ii) drive demand by executing its marketing strategy of appealing to and growing sales to multi-generational and multi-cultural customers worldwide in an increasingly competitive marketplace, (iii) develop and introduce products, services and experiences that are successful in the marketplace, (iv) manage the impact that prices for and supply of used motorcycles may have on its business, including on retail sales of new motorcycles, (v) balance production volumes for its new motorcycles with consumer demand, including in circumstances where competitors may be supplying new motorcycles to the market in excess of demand at reduced prices, (vi) manage through changes in general economic and business conditions, including changing capital, credit and retail markets, and the changing political environment, (vii) manage risks that arise through expanding international manufacturing, operations and sales, (viii) accurately estimate and adjust to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates, interest rates and commodity prices, (ix) manage the credit quality, the loan servicing and collection activities, and the recovery rates of HDFS' loan portfolio, (x) prevent and detect any issues with its motorcycles or any associated manufacturing processes to avoid delays in new model launches, recall campaigns, regulatory agency investigations, increased warranty costs or litigation and adverse effects on its reputation and brand strength, (xi) retain and attract talented employees, (xii) prevent a cybersecurity breach involving consumer, employee, dealer, supplier, or company data and respond to evolving regulatory requirements regarding data security, (xiii) continue to develop the capabilities of its distributors and dealers and manage the risks that its independent dealers may have difficulty obtaining capital and managing through changing economic conditions and consumer demand, (xiv) adjust to tax reform, healthcare inflation and reform and pension reform, (xv) manage through the effects inconsistent and unpredictable weather patterns may have on retail sales of motorcycles, (xvi) manage supply chain issues, including quality issues and any unexpected interruptions or price increases caused by raw material shortages or natural disasters, (xvii) implement and manage enterprise-wide information technology systems, including systems at its manufacturing facilities, (xviii) manage changes and prepare for requirements in legislative and regulatory environments for its products, services and operations, (xix) manage its exposure to product liability claims and commercial or contractual disputes, (xx) execute its flexible production strategy, (xxi) successfully access the capital and/or credit markets on terms (including interest rates) that are acceptable to the company and within its expectations, and (xxii) continue to manage the relationships and agreements that the company has with its labor unions to help drive long-term competitiveness.
In addition, the company could experience delays or disruptions in its operations as a result of work stoppages, strikes, natural causes, terrorism or other factors. Other factors are described in risk factors that the company has disclosed in documents previously filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The company's ability to sell its motorcycles and related products and services and to meet its financial expectations also depends on the ability of the company's independent dealers to sell its motorcycles and related products and services to retail customers. The company depends on the capability and financial capacity of its independent dealers and distributors to develop and implement effective retail sales plans to create demand for the motorcycles and related products and services they purchase from the company. In addition, the company's independent dealers and distributors may experience difficulties in operating their businesses and selling Harley-Davidson motorcycles and related products and services as a result of weather, economic conditions or other factors.
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Three months ended Nine months ended
September 24, September 25, September 24, September 25,
2017 2016 2017 2016
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Motorcycles and
related products
revenue $962,136 $1,091,630 $3,867,982 $4,338,353
Gross profit 276,975 367,019 1,330,083 1,564,857
Selling,
administrative and
engineering expense 257,327 258,090 751,946 800,722
Operating income
from motorcycles &
related products 19,648 108,929 578,137 764,135
Financial services
revenue 189,059 183,183 550,314 547,505
Financial services
expense 111,999 113,736 338,683 332,114
Operating income
from financial
services 77,060 69,447 211,631 215,391
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Operating income 96,708 178,376 789,768 979,526
Investment income 1,083 2,300 2,539 3,754
Interest expense 7,896 7,706 23,295 21,968
Income before income
taxes 89,895 172,970 769,012 961,312
Provision for income
taxes 21,686 58,905 255,567 316,327
Net income $68,209 $114,065 $513,445 $644,985
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Earnings per common share:
Basic $0.40 $0.64 $2.96 $3.57
Diluted $0.40 $0.64 $2.95 $3.55
Weighted-average common shares:
Basic 169,850 178,438 173,362 180,779
Diluted 170,688 179,320 174,303 181,582
Cash dividends per
common share $0.365 $0.350 $1.095 $1.050
Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
September 24, December 31, September 25,
2017 2016 2016
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ASSETS
------
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $683,134 $759,984 $790,284
Marketable securities - 5,519 5,038
Accounts receivable, net 343,124 285,106 346,176
Finance receivables, net 2,058,168 2,076,261 2,205,644
Inventories 469,091 499,917 426,547
Restricted cash 52,209 52,574 65,088
Other current assets 182,416 174,491 263,567
Total current assets 3,788,142 3,853,852 4,102,344
Finance receivables, net 5,042,857 4,759,197 4,944,322
Other long-term assets 1,257,360 1,277,191 1,165,560
$10,088,359 $9,890,240 $10,212,226
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LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
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Current liabilities:
Accounts payable & accrued liabilities $851,075 $721,970 $798,127
Short-term debt 834,875 1,055,708 1,055,428
Current portion of long-term debt, net 1,530,401 1,084,884 700,152
Total current liabilities 3,216,351 2,862,562 2,553,707
Long-term debt, net 4,607,791 4,666,975 5,170,609
Pension and postretirement healthcare liabilities 215,396 257,709 303,319
Other long-term liabilities 192,001 182,836 192,223
Total shareholders' equity 1,856,820 1,920,158 1,992,368
$10,088,359 $9,890,240 $10,212,226
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Harley-Davidson, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)
(Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Nine months ended
September 24, September 25,
2017 2016
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Net cash provided
by operating
activities $949,075 $927,809
Cash flows from investing activities:
Capital
expenditures (114,022) (162,726)
Finance
receivables, net (447,250) (569,013)
Proceeds from sale
of finance
receivables - 312,571
Net change in
marketable
securities 6,916 40,014
Other 356 251
Net cash used by
investing
activities (554,000) (378,903)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from
issuance of
medium-term
notes 893,668 1,193,396
Repayments of
medium-term
notes (400,000) (451,336)
Repayments of
securitization
debt (367,298) (535,616)
Net decrease in
credit facilities
and unsecured
commercial paper (225,038) (146,328)
Borrowings of
asset-backed
commercial paper 371,253 33,428
Repayments of
asset-backed
commercial paper (129,690) (55,170)
Net change in
restricted cash 3,767 30,981
Dividends paid (190,121) (190,387)
Purchase of common
stock for
treasury (465,167) (374,234)
Excess tax
benefits from
share-based
payments - 1,291
Issuance of common
stock under
employee stock
option plans 7,884 6,444
Net cash used by
financing
activities (500,742) (487,531)
Effect of exchange
rate changes on
cash and cash
equivalents 28,817 6,700
Net (decrease)
increase in cash
and cash
equivalents $(76,850) $68,075
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Cash and cash equivalents:
Cash and cash
equivalents -
beginning of
period $759,984 $722,209
Net (decrease)
increase in cash
and cash
equivalents (76,850) 68,075
Cash and cash
equivalents -end
of period $683,134 $790,284
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Motorcycles and Related Products Revenue and
Motorcycle Shipment Data
(Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited) (Unaudited)
Three months ended Nine months ended
September 24, September 25, September 24, September 25,
2017 2016 2017 2016
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MOTORCYCLES AND RELATED PRODUCTS REVENUE (in thousands)
Motorcycles $653,345 $788,856 $3,023,480 $3,437,066
Parts & Accessories 229,709 231,279 636,232 673,192
General Merchandise 72,687 65,289 191,540 211,664
Other 6,395 6,206 16,730 16,431
$962,136 $1,091,630 $3,867,982 $4,338,353
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MOTORCYCLE SHIPMENTS:
United States 19,668 26,269 118,418 141,708
International 21,994 22,342 75,882 78,099
Total 41,662 48,611 194,300 219,807
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MOTORCYCLE PRODUCT MIX:
Touring 14,674 23,295 80,392 89,467
Cruiser 17,292 13,986 67,693 78,570
Sportster(R)/ Street 9,696 11,330 46,215 51,770
Total 41,662 48,611 194,300 219,807
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Worldwide Retail Sales of Harley-Davidson Motorcycles(1)
Three months ended Nine months ended
September 30, September 30, September 30, September 30,
2017 2016 2017 2016
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United States 41,793 45,469 124,777 135,581
Europe(2) 8,970 8,807 33,311 32,841
EMEA - Other 1,108 1,417 4,164 5,106
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Total EMEA 10,078 10,224 37,475 37,947
Japan 2,331 2,762 6,994 7,631
Asia Pacific - Other 5,126 5,232 15,634 16,510
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Total Asia Pacific 7,457 7,994 22,628 24,141
Latin America 2,306 2,605 7,003 7,064
Canada 2,575 2,663 8,763 8,946
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Total International Retail Sales 22,416 23,486 75,869 78,098
Total Worldwide Retail Sales 64,209 68,955 200,646 213,679
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(1) Data source for retail sales
figures shown above is new sales
warranty and registration
information provided by Harley-
Davidson dealers and compiled by
the Company. The Company must
rely on information that its
dealers supply concerning new
retail sales, and the Company
does not regularly verify the
information that its dealers
supply. This information is
subject to revision.
(2) Europe data includes
Austria, Belgium, Denmark,
Finland, France, Germany,
Greece, Italy, Luxembourg,
Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and
the United Kingdom. The EMEA
Europe total for the nine months
ended September 30, 2016
includes 251 units originally
reported in the EMEA -Other
total.
Motorcycle Registration Data(1)
Nine months ended
September 30, September 30,
2017 2016
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United States(2) 243,718 263,479
Europe(3) 345,701 337,695
(1) Data includes on-road 601+cc
models. On-road 601+cc models
include dual purpose models,
three-wheeled motorcycles and
autocycles.
(2) United States data is derived
from information provided by
Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC).
This third-party data is subject
to revision and update.
(3) Europe data includes Austria,
Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France,
Germany, Greece, Italy,
Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway,
Portugal, Spain, Sweden,
Switzerland, and the United
Kingdom. Industry retail
motorcycle registration data
includes 601+cc models derived
from information provided by
Association des Constructeurs
Europeens de Motocycles (ACEM), an
independent agency. This third-
party data is subject to revision
and update.
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