- Record Sales for a First Quarter;
Full-Year Outlook Remains on Track
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. (Nasdaq: MPAA) today
reported results for its fiscal 2025 first quarter ended June 30,
2024, with a continued favorable full-year outlook supported by a
strong competitive industry position and ongoing strategic
initiatives to enhance profitability.
Key highlights for the fiscal first quarter.
- Net sales increased 6.4 percent to $169.9 million.
- Gross profit increased 9.8 percent to $29.2 million.
- Gross margin increased modestly to 17.2 percent.
- Operating results impacted by an unfavorable non-cash $11.1
million foreign exchange loss from lease liabilities and forward
contracts.
- Implemented cost-reduction initiatives to provide annualized
savings of approximately $7 million.
Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Results
Net sales for the fiscal 2025 first quarter increased 6.4
percent to a first quarter record $169.9 million from $159.7
million in the prior year.
Gross profit for the fiscal 2025 first quarter increased
9.8 percent to $29.2 million from $26.6 million a year earlier.
Gross margin for the fiscal 2025 first quarter increased to 17.2
percent from 16.6 percent a year earlier. Gross margin for the
fiscal 2025 first quarter was impacted by $3.1 million, or 1.8
percent, of non-cash items, as detailed in Exhibit 2.
Due primarily to a $15.3 million increased non-cash
mark-to-market foreign exchange loss compared with the prior year
and a $1.9 million increased expense resulting from currency
exchange rates compared with a year ago, as well as $2.9 million
severance expenses, operating expenses were $35.6 million compared
with $16.1 million last year. Excluding these items above,
operating expenses decreased by $644,000 to $20.7 million compared
with $21.3 million a year earlier.
Interest expense for the fiscal first quarter increased by $2.7
million to $14.4 million from $11.7 million a year ago, primarily
due to increased collection of receivables utilizing accounts
receivable discount programs on higher sales, partially offset by
lower average outstanding balances under the company’s credit
facility. The company is actively working to address this increased
expense.
As a result of the items discussed above, net loss for the
fiscal 2025 first quarter was $18.1 million compared with a net
loss of $1.4 million a year ago. See Exhibit 1 for further
details.
Results were impacted by $2.9 million for severance expenses.
The company recently completed a multi-year strategic relocation
process -- including a cost-reduction initiative of its workforce
at the company’s Torrance, California facility. The closure of
certain redundant functions will enable the company to realize
further operating efficiencies utilizing the company’s global
footprint, a process that was delayed due to the onset of the
Covid-19 pandemic, with expected annualized cost savings of
approximately $7 million, which includes salary, infrastructure and
other related operating expenses.
“As we begin a new fiscal year, we remain optimistic about our
year-over-year outlook and the company’s ability to further
leverage its leadership position within the non-discretionary
aftermarket parts market. We anticipate meaningful improvements to
gross margins, gross profit and cash flow in the quarters ahead,
supported by ongoing strategic actions throughout the entire
organization, such as the realignment of resources, as previously
noted. While there are a variety of factors related to financial
performance beyond our control, such as non-cash items and interest
rates, we are determined to enhance shareholder value through
improved operational efficiencies, a critical evaluation of our
electric vehicle offerings, and rational pricing,” said Selwyn
Joffe, chairman, president, and chief executive officer.
Joffe noted the company’s continued focus on Environmental,
Social and Governance improvement, highlighting a recent board
refreshment commitment, and the subsequent nomination of two new
directors standing for election at the company’s 2024 annual
meeting scheduled for September 5, 2024.
Further Considerations
- Sales volume improving:
- Ordering activity has gained momentum.
- Industry fundamentals are improving and will drive product
demand.
- Margin improvement:
- Enhanced by multiple rounds of price increases.
- Improving overhead absorption as brake-related business gains
further momentum.
- Improving operational efficiencies.
- Positive cash flow outlook.
Use of Non-GAAP Measure
This press release includes the following non-GAAP measure –
EBITDA, which is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP
and should not be considered as an alternative to net income as a
measure of financial performance. The company believes this
non-GAAP measure, when considered together with the corresponding
GAAP measures, provides useful information to investors and
management regarding financial and business trends relating to the
company’s results of operations. However, this non-GAAP measure has
significant limitations in that it does not reflect all the costs
and other items associated with the operation of the company’s
business as determined in accordance with GAAP. In addition, the
company’s non-GAAP measures may be calculated differently and are
therefore not comparable to similar measures by other companies.
Therefore, investors should consider non-GAAP measures in addition
to, and not as a substitute for, or superior to, measures of
financial performance in accordance with GAAP. For a definition and
reconciliation of EBITDA to net income, its corresponding GAAP
measure, see the financial tables included in this press release.
Also, refer to our Form 8-K to which this release is attached, and
other filings we make with the SEC, for further information
regarding this measure.
Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
Selwyn Joffe, chairman, president and chief executive officer,
and David Lee, chief financial officer, will host an investor
conference call today at 10:00 a.m. Pacific time to discuss the
company’s financial results and operations. The call will be open
to all interested investors either through a live audio webcast at
www.motorcarparts.com or live by calling (888) 440-5584 (domestic)
or (646) 960-0457 (international). For those who are not available
to listen to the live broadcast, the call will be archived on
Motorcar Parts of America’s website www.motorcarparts.com. A
telephone playback of the conference call will also be available
from approximately 1:00 p.m. Pacific time on August 8, 2024 through
8:59 p.m. Pacific time on August 15, 2024 by calling (800) 770-2030
(domestic) or (609) 800-9909 (toll) and using access code:
1545314.
About Motorcar Parts of America, Inc.
Motorcar Parts of America, Inc. is a remanufacturer,
manufacturer, and distributor of automotive aftermarket parts --
including alternators, starters, wheel bearings and hub assemblies,
brake calipers, brake pads, brake rotors, brake master cylinders,
brake power boosters, turbochargers, and diagnostic testing
equipment utilized in imported and domestic passenger vehicles,
light trucks, and heavy-duty applications. Its products are sold to
automotive retail outlets and the professional repair market
throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with facilities
located in California, New York, Mexico, Malaysia, China and India,
and administrative offices located in California, Tennessee,
Mexico, Singapore, Malaysia, and Canada. In addition, the company’s
electrical vehicle subsidiary designs and manufactures testing
solutions for performance, endurance, and production of multiple
components in the electric power train – providing simulation,
emulation, and production applications for the electrification of
both automotive and aerospace industries, including electric
vehicle charging systems. Additional information is available at
www.motorcarparts.com.
The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 provides a
“safe harbor” for certain forward-looking statements. The
statements contained in this press release that are not historical
facts are forward-looking statements based on the company’s current
expectations and beliefs concerning future developments and their
potential effects on the company. These forward-looking statements
involve significant risks and uncertainties (some of which are
beyond the control of the company) and are subject to change based
upon various factors. Reference is also made to the Risk Factors
set forth in the company’s Form 10-K Annual Report filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in June 2024 and in its
Forms 10-Q filed with the SEC for additional risks and
uncertainties facing the company. The company undertakes no
obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking
statements, whether as the result of new information, future events
or otherwise.
(Financial tables follow)
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA,
INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Statements of
Operations
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30,
2024
2023
Net sales
$
169,887,000
$
159,705,000
Cost of goods sold
140,713,000
133,138,000
Gross profit
29,174,000
26,567,000
Operating expenses General and administrative
16,670,000
12,602,000
Sales and marketing
5,449,000
5,419,000
Research and development
2,433,000
2,375,000
Foreign exchange impact of lease liabilities and forward contracts
11,078,000
(4,270,000
)
Total operating expenses
35,630,000
16,126,000
Operating (loss) income
(6,456,000
)
10,441,000
Other expenses: Interest expense, net
14,387,000
11,720,000
Change in fair value of compound net derivative liability
(2,580,000
)
140,000
Total other expenses.
11,807,000
11,860,000
Loss before income tax benefit
(18,263,000
)
(1,419,000
)
Income tax benefit
(178,000
)
(9,000
)
Net loss
$
(18,085,000
)
$
(1,410,000
)
Basic net loss per share
$
(0.92
)
$
(0.07
)
Diluted net loss per share
$
(0.92
)
$
(0.07
)
Weighted average number of shares outstanding: Basic
19,674,539
19,508,626
Diluted
19,674,539
19,508,626
MOTORCAR PARTS OF AMERICA,
INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Consolidated Balance
Sheets
June 30, 2024 March 31, 2024 ASSETS
(Unaudited) Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents
$
7,531,000
$
13,974,000
Short-term investments
1,887,000
1,837,000
Accounts receivable — net
78,624,000
96,296,000
Inventory — net
402,931,000
397,328,000
Contract assets
27,317,000
27,139,000
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
21,753,000
23,885,000
Total current assets
540,043,000
560,459,000
Plant and equipment — net
35,010,000
38,338,000
Operating lease assets
77,057,000
83,973,000
Long-term deferred income taxes
3,960,000
2,976,000
Long-term contract assets
315,463,000
320,282,000
Goodwill and intangible assets — net
4,102,000
4,274,000
Other assets
2,320,000
1,700,000
TOTAL ASSETS
$
977,955,000
$
1,012,002,000
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY Current liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
$
159,627,000
$
185,182,000
Customer finished goods returns accrual
28,893,000
38,312,000
Contract liabilities
41,504,000
37,591,000
Revolving loan
143,834,000
128,000,000
Other current liabilities
8,363,000
7,021,000
Operating lease liabilities
9,083,000
8,319,000
Total current liabilities
391,304,000
404,425,000
Convertible notes, related party
31,676,000
30,776,000
Long-term contract liabilities
210,378,000
212,068,000
Long-term deferred income taxes
39,000
511,000
Long-term operating lease liabilities
71,044,000
72,240,000
Other liabilities
6,345,000
6,872,000
Total liabilities
710,786,000
726,892,000
Commitments and contingencies Shareholders' equity: Preferred
stock; par value $.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized; none
issued
-
-
Series A junior participating preferred stock; par value $.01 per
share, 20,000 shares authorized; none issued
-
-
Common stock; par value $.01 per share, 50,000,000 shares
authorized; 19,753,585 and 19,662,380 shares issued and outstanding
at June 30, 2024 and March 31, 2024, respectively
198,000
197,000
Additional paid-in capital
237,073,000
236,255,000
Retained earnings
21,418,000
39,503,000
Accumulated other comprehensive income
8,480,000
9,155,000
Total shareholders' equity
267,169,000
285,110,000
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
$
977,955,000
$
1,012,002,000
Additional Information and Non-GAAP Financial
Measures
To supplement the consolidated financial statements presented in
accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles
("GAAP"), the company has included the following additional
information and non-GAAP financial measures for the three months
ended June 30, 2024 and 2023. Among other things, the company uses
such additional information and non-GAAP adjusted financial
measures in addition to and together with corresponding GAAP
measures to help analyze the performance of its business.
The company believes this information helps provide a more
complete understanding of the company's results of operations and
the factors and trends affecting the company's business. However,
this information should be considered as a supplement to, and not
as a substitute for, or superior to, information contained in the
company’s financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. In
addition, the company’s non-GAAP measures may be calculated
differently and are therefore not comparable to similar measures by
other companies.
The company defines EBITDA as earnings before interest, taxes,
depreciation, and amortization. A reconciliation of EBITDA to net
income is provided below along with information regarding such
items.
Items Impacting Net Income for the
Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 and 2023
Exhibit 1
Three Months Ended June 30,
2024
2023
$ Per Share $ Per Share GAAP net loss
$
(18,085,000
)
$
(0.92
)
$
(1,410,000
)
$
(0.07
)
Non-cash items impacting net income Core and finished
goods premium amortization
$
2,728,000
$
0.14
$
2,657,000
$
0.14
Revaluation - cores on customers' shelves
394,000
0.02
778,000
0.04
Share-based compensation expenses
1,000,000
0.05
1,310,000
0.07
Foreign exchange impact of lease liabilities and forward contracts
11,078,000
0.56
(4,270,000
)
(0.22
)
Change in fair value of compound net derivative liability
(2,580,000
)
(0.13
)
140,000
0.01
Tax effect (a)
(3,155,000
)
(0.16
)
(154,000
)
(0.01
)
Total non-cash items impacting net income
$
9,465,000
$
0.48
$
461,000
$
0.02
Cash items impacting net income Supply chain
disruptions and related costs (b)
$
-
$
-
$
1,984,000
$
0.10
New product line start-up costs and transition expenses, and
severance (c)
2,940,000
0.15
335,000
0.02
Tax effect (a)
(735,000
)
(0.04
)
(580,000
)
(0.03
)
Total cash items impacting net income
$
2,205,000
$
0.11
$
1,739,000
$
0.09
(a)
Tax effect is calculated by applying an income tax rate of 25.0% to
items listed above; this rate may differ from the period's actual
income tax rate.
(b)
For the three-months ended June 30, 2023, consists of $1,984,000
impacting gross profit.
(c)
For the three-months ended June 30, 2024, consists of $2,940,000
included in operating expenses.
For the three-months ended June
30, 2023, consists of $335,000 included in operating expenses.
Items Impacting Gross Profit for the
Three Months Ended June 30, 2024 and 2023
Exhibit 2
Three Months Ended June 30,
2024
2023
$ Gross Margin $ Gross Margin GAAP
gross profit
$
29,174,000
17.2
%
$
26,567,000
16.6
%
Non-cash items impacting gross profit Core and
finished goods premium amortization
$
2,728,000
1.6
%
$
2,657,000
1.7
%
Revaluation - cores on customers' shelves
394,000
0.2
%
778,000
0.5
%
Total non-cash items impacting gross profit
$
3,122,000
1.8
%
$
3,435,000
2.2
%
Cash items impacting gross profit Supply chain
disruptions and related costs
$
-
0.0
%
$
1,984,000
1.2
%
Total cash items impacting gross profit
$
-
0.0
%
$
1,984,000
1.2
%
Items Impacting EBITDA for the Three Months Ended June
30, 2024 and 2023
Exhibit 3
Three Months Ended June 30,
2024
2023
GAAP net loss
$
(18,085,000
)
$
(1,410,000
)
Interest expense, net
14,387,000
11,720,000
Income tax benefit
(178,000
)
(9,000
)
Depreciation and amortization
2,729,000
3,033,000
EBITDA
$
(1,147,000
)
$
13,334,000
Non-cash items impacting EBITDA Core and finished
goods premium amortization
$
2,728,000
$
2,657,000
Revaluation - cores on customers' shelves
394,000
778,000
Share-based compensation expenses
1,000,000
1,310,000
Foreign exchange impact of lease liabilities and forward contracts
11,078,000
(4,270,000
)
Change in fair value of compound net derivative liability
(2,580,000
)
140,000
Total non-cash items impacting EBITDA
$
12,620,000
$
615,000
Cash items impacting EBITDA Supply chain disruptions
and related costs
$
-
$
1,984,000
New product line start-up costs and transition expenses, and
severance
2,940,000
335,000
Total cash items impacting EBITDA
$
2,940,000
$
2,319,000
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