Form 8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

 


FORM 8-K

 


CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT

TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF THE

SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported) April 19, 2007

 


TEMPUR-PEDIC INTERNATIONAL INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 


 

Delaware   001-31922   33-1022198

(State or other jurisdiction

of incorporation)

  (Commission File Number)  

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

1713 Jaggie Fox Way

Lexington, Kentucky 40511

(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)

(800) 878-8889

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 


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Item 2.02 Results from Operations and Financial Condition

On April 19, 2007, Tempur-Pedic International Inc. issued a press release to announce its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007. This press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference herein.

The information in this report (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liability of that section, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document filed under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

 

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure

The information furnished under Item 2.02 of this Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 furnished herewith, is hereby incorporated by reference under this Item 7.01 as if fully set forth herein.

 

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

 

(d) Exhibits

 

Exhibit  

Description

99.1   Press Release dated April 19, 2007, titled “Tempur-Pedic Reports First Quarter Earnings”


SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

Date: April 19, 2007

 

Tempur-Pedic International Inc.

By:  

/s/ H. Thomas Bryant

Name:   H. Thomas Bryant
Title:   President and Chief Executive Officer


EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit  

Description

99.1   Press Release dated April 19, 2007, titled “Tempur-Pedic Reports First Quarter Earnings”
Press Release

Exhibit 99.1

LOGO

Contact:        Tempur-Pedic Investor Relations, 800-805-3635

TEMPUR-PEDIC REPORTS FIRST QUARTER EARNINGS

EPS Up 21% in First Quarter

Sales Up 16% in First Quarter

Increases Full Year 2007 Earnings Per Share Guidance

LEXINGTON, KY, April 19, 2007 – Tempur-Pedic International Inc. (NYSE: TPX), the leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of premium mattresses and pillows worldwide, today announced earnings for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007. In addition, the Company increased full year 2007 earnings per share guidance.

FIRST QUARTER 2007 FINANCIAL SUMMARY

 

   

Earnings per share (EPS) increased 21% to $0.35 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2007 as compared to $0.29 per diluted share in the first quarter of 2006.

 

   

Net sales rose 16% to $266.0 million in the first quarter of 2007 from $228.6 million in the first quarter of 2006. Retail sales increased 19% worldwide. Domestic retail sales increased 20% and international retail sales increased 19%. Sales in the U.S. furniture and bedding retail channel, a component of Domestic retail, were especially strong, up 25%.

 

   

The Company achieved growth across all products and geographic segments. Worldwide mattress revenue increased 16%. Domestic mattress revenue increased 16% driven by 13% unit volume growth. Pillow sales rose 23% worldwide driven by unit volume growth of 20%.

For the first quarter of 2007, the Company reported net income of $29.8 million as compared to $26.9 million in the first quarter of 2006. Net income results include stock-based compensation expense, which increased 127% to $1.8 million in the first quarter of 2007. First quarter results also include non-recurring charges of $1.8 million for payroll taxes associated with the exercise of certain executive stock options. In addition, subsequent to quarter end, the Company was notified of a bankruptcy filing by a U.S. customer and has recorded bad debt expense of $1.3 million in the first quarter related to this matter.

President and Chief Executive Officer H. Thomas Bryant commented, “Tempur-Pedic International delivered a very solid quarter during what continues to be a challenging environment for the bedding industry.

“Our new manufacturing facility in Albuquerque experienced a smooth start-up and production ramped up ahead of our expectations. However, we believe our first quarter results were somewhat moderated by limitations on U.S. capacity and certain non-recurring charges. Throughout much of the first quarter, our U.S. business experienced mattress shortages resulting from strong consumer demand, low levels of inventory at the beginning of the year and capacity constraints. In addition, in order to minimize backorders for our existing retail partners, we limited the opening of new accounts such that our total U.S. door count is unchanged from the prior quarter.


“By late March, the Albuquerque plant had considerably expanded its throughput which allowed us to build inventory and eliminate backorders. As a result, we believe we have ample levels of mattress inventory and capacity to meet U.S. demand going forward.

“Despite incurring expenses related to shortages, our manufacturing operations demonstrated outstanding performance. We continue to identify and execute on productivity initiatives driving cost savings and improved efficiencies.

“In the first quarter, our U.S. sales and marketing organization delivered excellent performance, which resulted in improved sales and account productivity. Retail floor space expanded as we gained incremental slots during the quarter. However, we delayed the launch of our new SymphonyBed due to capacity constraints and strong demand for our existing product line. The SymphonyBed will roll-out broadly in the second quarter. Now that we have replenished our inventory, we will return to selectively opening new accounts.

“Internationally, we experienced solid retail and third party growth. Importantly, we believe our performance in Japan over the last two quarters suggests we are on track to turn that market around. If that market returns to consistent growth, it would be an important milestone for our international business.

“Turning to pillows, we are pleased that our renewed focus is generating strong results. Our investment in pillow R&D and marketing is clearly paying off. Pillow unit volumes were up 20% in our domestic segment and 19% in our international segment. We believe we have identified key opportunities for additional pillow sales improvements.”

Share Repurchase Program

During the first quarter of 2007, the Company purchased 1.5 million shares of its common stock at an average price of $25.61 for a total cost of $39.2 million. As of March 31, 2007, the Company had $60.8 million remaining on its existing share repurchase authorization.

Tax Rate

As a result of recent reductions in statutory tax rates and updated expectations for geographic mix, the Company anticipates its on-going effective tax rate for 2007 will be 36% as compared to prior guidance of 37%.

Chief Financial Officer Dale Williams stated, “We are pleased with the improvement in our corporate tax rate. We are monitoring developments in several foreign markets, which, if adopted, could result in a further improvement. Over the long term, we anticipate the tax rate will gradually decline."

2007 Guidance

The Company reiterated guidance for net sales and increased guidance for diluted earnings per share for the full year 2007. The Company continues to expect full year 2007 net sales to range from $1.04 billion to $1.07 billion, an increase of 10% to 13% over 2006. The Company increased its full year 2007 guidance for diluted earnings per share only to reflect shares repurchased in the first quarter of 2007, interest expense on associated borrowings and a slightly lower tax rate as compared to prior expectations. Compared to the Company’s previous guidance of $1.50 to $1.54, the Company currently expects diluted earnings per share for 2007 to range from $1.54 to $1.58. This guidance reflects an increase of 20% to 23% compared to 2006 EPS of $1.28. The Company noted its expectations are based on information available at the time of this release, and are subject to changing conditions, many of which are outside the Company’s control.


Bryant concluded, “The expanding specialty bedding category, led by Tempur-Pedic, is becoming widely accepted as an innovative alternative to the traditional innerspring mattress category. Over the long term, we expect to continue to gain market share and improve productivity as we scale our business into a billion dollar company on our path to become the worldwide bedding leader.”

Conference Call Information

Tempur-Pedic International will host a live conference call with President and Chief Executive Officer H. Thomas Bryant and Chief Financial Officer Dale Williams to discuss financial results today, April 19, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The dial-in number for the conference call is 866-825-3354, participant code: TEMPUR (836787). The call is also being webcast, and can be accessed at http://www.tempurpedic.com/ir.

For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, a replay of the call will be available from April 19, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time through April 26, 2007. To listen to the telephone replay, dial 888-286-8010, participant code: 63441791. An archived webcast will also be available on the Tempur-Pedic International investor relations website at http://www.tempurpedic.com/ir.

Forward-looking Statements

This release contains "forward-looking statements,” within the meaning of federal securities laws, which include information concerning one or more of the Company's plans, objectives, goals, strategies, and other information that is not historical information. When used in this release, the words "estimates," "expects," "anticipates," "projects," "plans," "intends," "believes," and variations of such words or similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements, including without limitation, statements relating to the ramp-up of the Albuquerque facility and anticipated inventory levels and manufacturing capacity, impact of initiatives to accelerate growth, maintain costs and improve manufacturing productivity, the rollout and market acceptance of new products, plans to selectively open new accounts, the performance of the Japanese market, expectations regarding the Company’s corporate tax rate, net sales and net earnings per share for 2007, and the Company’s goal of becoming the worldwide bedding leader, are based upon current expectations and beliefs and various assumptions. There can be no assurance that the Company will realize these expectations or that these beliefs will prove correct.

There are a number of risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the forward-looking statements contained in this release. Numerous factors, many of which are beyond the Company's control, could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed as forward-looking statements. These risk factors include general economic and industry conditions and consumer confidence; uncertainties arising from global events; the effects of changes in foreign exchange rates on the Company’s reported earnings; consumer acceptance of the Company’s products; industry competition; the efficiency and effectiveness of the Company’s advertising campaigns and other marketing programs; the Company’s ability to increase sales productivity within existing retail accounts and to further penetrate the US retail furniture channel, including the timing of opening or expanding within large retail accounts; the Company’s ability to address issues in certain underperforming international markets; the Company’s ability to continuously improve its product line, maintain efficient, timely and cost-effective production and delivery of its products, and manage its growth; changes in foreign tax rates: and rising commodity costs. Additional information concerning these and other risks and uncertainties are discussed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including without limitation the Company's annual report on Form 10-K under the headings "Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements" and "Risk Factors." Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it is made, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements for any reason, including to reflect events or circumstances after the date on which such statements are made or to reflect the occurrence of anticipated or unanticipated events or circumstances.


About the Company

Tempur-Pedic International Inc. (NYSE: TPX) manufactures and distributes premium mattresses and pillows made from its proprietary TEMPUR® pressure-relieving material. It is the worldwide leader in specialty sleep, the fastest growing segment of the estimated $12 billion global mattress market. The Company is focused on developing, manufacturing and marketing advanced sleep surfaces that help improve the quality of life for people around the world. The Company’s products are currently sold in over 70 countries under the TEMPUR® and Tempur-Pedic® brand names. World headquarters for Tempur-Pedic International is in Lexington, KY. For more information, visit http://www.tempurpedic.com or call 800-805-3635.


TEMPUR-PEDIC INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Income

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

 

    

Three Months Ended

March 31

 
     2007     2006     Chg%  

Net sales

   $ 266,032     $ 228,586     16 %

Cost of sales

     138,373       117,332    
                  

Gross profit

     127,659       111,254     15 %

Selling and marketing expenses

     48,480       44,892    

General and administrative expenses

     24,310       18,457    

Research and development expenses

     1,115       840    
                  

Operating income

     53,754       47,065     14 %

Other income (expense), net:

      

Interest expense, net

     (6,861 )     (4,457 )  

Other income (expense), net

     (289 )     59    
                  

Total other expense

     (7,150 )     (4,398 )  

Income before income taxes

     46,604       42,667    

Income tax provision

     16,824       15,774    
                  

Net income

   $ 29,780     $ 26,893     11 %
                  

Earnings per share:

      

Basic

   $ 0.35     $ 0.30    
                  

Diluted

   $ 0.35     $ 0.29    
                  

Weighted average shares outstanding:

      

Basic

     83,947       89,346    
                  

Diluted

     85,775       93,089    
                  


TEMPUR-PEDIC INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Balance Sheet

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

 

    

March 31,

2007

   

December 31,

2006

    Chg %0  

ASSETS

      

Current Assets:

      

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 16,774     $ 15,788    

Accounts receivable, net

     146,206       142,059    

Inventories

     74,257       61,736    

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     19,801       8,002    

Income taxes receivable

     —         588    

Deferred income taxes

     10,033       9,383    
                  

Total Current Assets

     267,071       237,556     12 %

Property, plant and equipment, net

     211,680       215,428    

Goodwill

     198,450       198,207    

Other intangible assets, net

     70,660       70,826    

Deferred financing and other non-current assets, net

     3,284       3,649    
                  

Total Assets

   $ 751,145     $ 725,666     4 %
                  

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

      

Current Liabilities:

      

Accounts payable

   $ 60,239     $ 51,220    

Accrued expenses and other

     65,776       61,050    

Income taxes payable

     2,895       —      

Current portion of long-term debt

     18,191       19,497    
                  

Total Current Liabilities

     147,101       131,767     12 %

Long-term debt

     349,933       341,635    

Deferred income taxes

     37,261       38,536    

Other non-current liabilities

     343       380    
                  

Total Liabilities

     534,638       512,318     4 %

Stockholders’ Equity:

      

Common stock, $.01 par value, 300,000 shares authorized; 99,215 shares issued as of March 31, 2007 and December 31, 2006

     992       992    

Additional paid in capital

     275,598       264,709    

Retained earnings

     149,154       140,608    

Accumulated other comprehensive income

     5,439       3,992    

Treasury stock, at cost; 15,465 and 15,993 shares as of March 31,2007 and December 31, 2006, respectively

     (214,676 )     (196,953 )  
                  

Total Stockholders’ Equity

     216,507       213,348     1 %
                  

Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

   $ 751,145     $ 725,666     4 %
                  


TEMPUR-PEDIC INTERNATIONAL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

(In thousands)

 

    

Three Months Ended

March 31,

 
     2007     2006     Chg %  

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

      

Net income

   $ 29,780     $ 26,893    

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

      

Depreciation and amortization

     8,645       6,105    

Amortization of deferred financing costs

     287       403    

Amortization of stock-based compensation

     1,791       789    

Allowance for doubtful accounts

     2,129       930    

Deferred income taxes

     (2,082 )     (658 )  

Foreign currency losses

     301       136    

Gain / loss on sale of equipment and other

     (26 )     198    

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

      

Accounts receivable

     (4,902 )     (10,803 )  

Inventories

     (11,286 )     3,078    

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     (11,339 )     385    

Accounts payable

     8,655       4,417    

Accrued expenses and other

     3,212       3,294    

Income taxes

     12,576       16,388    

Excess tax benefit from stock based compensation

     (9,166 )     —      
                  

Net cash provided by operating activities

     28,575       51,555     (45 %)

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

      

Payments for trademarks and other intellectual property

     (258 )     (202 )  

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

     (2,430 )     (9,260 )  

Acquisition of business

     (1,005 )     —      

Proceeds from sale of equipment

     24       8    
                  

Net cash used by investing activities

     (3,669 )     (9,454 )   61 %

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

      

Proceeds from long-term Revolving Credit Facility

     77,571       83,000    

Repayments of long-term Revolving Credit Facility

     (61,047 )     (4,000 )  

Repayment of Industrial Revenue Bond

     (1,920 )     —      

Repayments of long-term debt

     (9,375 )     (27,623 )  

Common stock issued, including reissuances of treasury stock

     5,294       194    

Excess tax benefit from stock based compensation

     9,166       —      

Treasury stock repurchased

     (39,181 )     (98,157 )  

Dividend paid to stockholders

     (5,106 )     —      

Payments for deferred financing costs

     (51 )     (619 )  
                  

Net cash used by financing activities

     (24,649 )     (47,205 )   48 %

NET EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE CHANGES ON CASH

     729       430    
                  

Increase (Decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

     986       (4,674 )  

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of period

     15,788       17,855    
                  

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of period

   $ 16,774     $ 13,181     27 %
                  


Summary of Channel Sales

The Company generates sales through four distribution channels: retail, direct, healthcare and third party. The retail channel sells to furniture, specialty and department stores globally. The direct channel sells directly to consumers. The healthcare channel sells to hospitals, nursing homes, healthcare professionals and medical retailers. The third party channel sells to distributors in countries where Tempur-Pedic International does not operate its own distribution company.

The following table highlights net sales information, by channel and by segment, for the first quarter of 2007 compared to 2006:

 

($ in thousands)                              
     CONSOLIDATED    DOMESTIC    INTERNATIONAL
     Three Months Ended    Three Months Ended    Three Months Ended
     March 31,    March 31,    March 31,
     2007    2006    2007    2006    2007    2006

By Sales Channel

                 

Retail

   $ 218,964    $ 183,448    $ 149,995    $ 125,231    $ 68,969    $ 58,217

Direct

     21,756      21,991      19,296      19,482      2,460      2,509

Healthcare

     11,722      11,103      3,172      3,065      8,550      8,038

Third Party

     13,590      12,044      3,015      3,737      10,575      8,307
                                         

Total

   $ 266,032    $ 228,586    $ 175,478    $ 151,515    $ 90,554    $ 77,071
                                         

Summary of Product Sales

A summary of net sales by product is reported below:

 

($ in thousands)                              
     CONSOLIDATED    DOMESTIC    INTERNATIONAL
     Three Months Ended    Three Months Ended    Three Months Ended
     March 31,    March 31,    March 31,
     2007    2006    2007    2006    2007    2006

Net Sales

                 

Mattresses

   $ 185,007    $ 159,915    $ 130,463    $ 112,578    $ 54,544    $ 47,337

Pillows

     34,877      28,479      15,794      13,152      19,083      15,327

Other

     46,148      40,192      29,221      25,785      16,927      14,407
                                         

Total

   $ 266,032    $ 228,586    $ 175,478    $ 151,515    $ 90,554    $ 77,071