Linamar Corporation (TSX: LNR) is a diversified global
manufacturing company of highly engineered products. The company's
Powertrain and Driveline focused divisions are world leaders in the
collaborative design, development and manufacture of precision
metallic components, modules and systems for global vehicle and
energy markets. The company's Industrial division is a world leader
in the design and production of innovative mobile industrial
products, notably its class-leading aerial work platforms and award
winning cordless rechargeable lawn mower. With close to 11,300
employees in 37 manufacturing locations, 5 research and development
("R&D") centers and 10 sales offices in Canada, the US, the UK,
Mexico, Germany, Sweden, Hungary, China, Korea and Japan, Linamar
generated sales over $2.2 Billion in 2008. For more information
about Linamar Corporation and its industry leading products and
services, visit www.linamar.com.
(CDN dollars in thousands except per share figures)
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
Dec 31 Dec 31
2008 2007 2008 2007
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$ $ $ $
Sales 476,686 528,180 2,257,000 2,313,551
Gross Margin 22,585 52,765 229,642 288,182
Selling, general and administrative 28,475 27,763 126,027 116,022
Operating Earnings (5,890) 25,002 103,615 172,160
Earnings from Continuing Operations (8,766) 25,063 56,040 108,987
Net Earnings (2,595) 25,407 70,350 109,331
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Diluted Earnings per Share
from Continuing Operations (0.14) 0.36 0.84 1.56
Diluted Earnings per Share (0.04) 0.36 1.05 1.57
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Fourth Quarter Operating Highlights
Sales for the fourth quarter of 2008 were $476.7 million, down
$51.4 million from $528.1 million for the fourth quarter of 2007.
Sales for Powertrain/Driveline segment decreased by $6.0 million,
or 1.4% in the fourth quarter to $422.1 million compared to $428.1
million in the fourth quarter of 2007. The decrease was driven by
significant volume reductions by North American OEMs notably GM,
Chrysler and Ford. Industrial segment sales decreased 45.5% or
$45.5 million for the quarter from $100.1 million in the fourth
quarter of 2007 to $54.6 million in the fourth quarter of 2008. The
sales for the fourth quarter of 2008 differed from the
corresponding period in 2007 due to significant volume reductions
as a result of uncertainty in the market and restricted credit
availability.
The company's operating earnings decreased to a loss of $5.9
million for the fourth quarter of 2008 compared to a profit of
$25.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2007, a decrease of $30.9
million. Fourth quarter operating earnings for the
Powertrain/Driveline segment were lower by $23.8 million or 140.8%
to a loss $6.9 million over the same quarter of 2007 where
operating earnings were $16.9 million. The Operating Earnings for
the Industrial segment were $1.0 million in fourth quarter 2008, a
decrease of $7.1 million or 87.7% over the fourth quarter of 2007.
The decrease in both segments was driven by under absorption of
fixed costs due to the significant volume reductions.
Earnings from continuing operations for the quarter were a loss
of $8.8 million (1.8% of sales) versus a profit of $25.1 million
(4.8% of sales) in 2007.
Dividends
The Board of Directors today declared an eligible dividend in
respect of the quarter ended December 31, 2008 of CDN$0.03 per
share on the common shares of the company, payable on or after
April 15, 2009 to shareholders of record on April 1, 2009. In light
of current conditions affecting the company and its businesses, the
Board of Directors determined that this reduction in the company's
quarterly dividend for the fourth quarter of 2008 is a prudent step
and is in the best interests of the company. In considering future
dividends, the Board will consider prevailing financial, economic,
operating and other relevant circumstances, including the company's
working capital requirements and overall financial position.
Risk and Uncertainties (forward looking statements)
Linamar no longer provides a financial outlook.
Certain information provided by Linamar in these unaudited
interim financial statements, MD&A and other documents
published throughout the year that are not recitation of historical
facts may constitute forward-looking statements. The words
"estimate", "believe", "expect" and similar expressions are
intended to identify forward-looking statements. Persons reading
this report are cautioned that such statements are only predictions
and the actual events or results may differ materially. In
evaluating such forward-looking statements, readers should
specifically consider the various factors that could cause actual
events or results to differ materially from those indicated by such
forward-looking statements.
Such forward-looking information may involve important risks and
uncertainties that could materially alter results in the future
from those expressed or implied in any forward-looking statements
made by, or on behalf of, Linamar. Some risks and uncertainties may
cause results to differ from current expectations. The factors
which are expected to have the greatest impact on Linamar include
but are not limited to (in the various economies in which Linamar
operates): the extent of OEM outsourcing, industry cyclicality,
trade and labour disruptions, pricing concessions and cost
absorptions, delays in program launches, the company's dependence
on certain engine and transmission programs and major OEM
customers, currency exposure, and technological developments by
Linamar's competitors.
A large proportion of the company's cash flows are denominated
in foreign currencies. The movement of foreign currency exchange
rates against the Canadian dollar has the potential to have a
negative impact on financial results. The company has employed a
hedging strategy as appropriate to attempt to mitigate the impact
but cannot be completely assured that the entire exchange effect
has been offset.
Other factors and risks and uncertainties that could cause
results to differ from current expectations are discussed in the
MD&A and include, but are not limited to: fluctuations in
interest rates, environmental emission and safety regulations,
governmental, environmental and regulatory policies, and changes in
the competitive environment in which Linamar operates. Linamar
assumes no obligation to update the forward-looking statements, or
to update the reasons why actual results could differ from those
reflected in the forward-looking statements.
Conference Call Information
Q4 Conference Call Information
Linamar will hold a conference call on March 5, 2009 at 5:00
p.m. EST to discuss its fourth quarter/year end results. The
numbers for this call are (416) 640-3404 (local/overseas) or (866)
322-1159 (North America) confirmation number 2204708, with a
call-in required 10 minutes prior to the start of the conference
call. The conference call will be chaired by Linda Hasenfratz,
Linamar's Chief Executive Officer. A copy of the company's full
quarterly financial statements, including the Management's
Discussion & Analysis will be available on the company's
website after 4 p.m. EST on March 5, 2009 and at www.sedar.com by
the start of business on March 5, 2009. A taped replay of the
conference call will also be made available starting at 11:00 p.m.
on March 4, 2009 for seven days. The number for replay is (647)
436-0148 or (888) 203-1112, Conference ID 2204708. The conference
call can also be accessed by web cast at www.linamar.com, by
accessing the investor relations/events menu, and will be available
for a 7 day period.
Q1 Conference Call Information:
Linamar will hold a conference call on May 4, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
EST to discuss its first quarter results. The numbers for this call
are (416) 640-3404 (local/overseas) or (866) 322-1159 (North
America) confirmation number 5141377, with a call-in required 10
minutes prior to the start of the conference call. The conference
call will be chaired by Linda Hasenfratz, Linamar's Chief Executive
Officer. A copy of the company's full quarterly financial
statements, including the Management's Discussion & Analysis
will be available on the company's website after 4 p.m. EST on May
4, 2009 and at www.sedar.com by the start of business on May 5,
2009. A taped replay of the conference call will also be made
available starting at 11:00 p.m. on May 4, 2009 for seven days. The
number for replay is (647) 436-0148 or (888) 203-1112, Conference
ID 5141377. The conference call can also be accessed by web cast at
www.linamar.com, by accessing the investor relations/events menu,
and will be available for a 7 day period.
Frank Hasenfratz, Chairman of the Board
Linda Hasenfratz, Chief Executive Officer
Contacts: Linamar Corporation Linda Hasenfratz (519) 836-7550
Website: www.linamar.com
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