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Rush Enterprises, Inc. Reports Third Quarter Results
Oct 21, 2009 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX News Network) --
-- Company Reports Net Income of $3.0 Million or $0.08 Per
Diluted Share
-- SG&A Expenses Down 11.0% From Third Quarter 2008
-- Third Quarter Absorption Rate of 96.4%
SAN ANTONIO, Oct. 21, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rush Enterprises, Inc. (Nasdaq:RUSHA) (Nasdaq:RUSHB), which operates the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in North America and two John Deere construction equipment dealerships in Southeast Texas, today announced results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009.
In the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, the Company's gross revenues totaled $302.4 million, a 26.9% decrease from gross revenues of $413.7 million reported for the third quarter ended September 30, 2008. Net income for the third quarter ended September 30, 2009, was $3.0 million, or $0.08 per diluted share, compared with net income of $8.0 million, or $0.21 per diluted share, in the third quarter ended September 30, 2008.
The Company's truck segment recorded revenues of $289.8 million in the third quarter of 2009, compared to $392.5 million in the third quarter of 2008. The Company delivered 1,030 new heavy-duty trucks, 637 new medium-duty trucks and 760 used trucks during the third quarter of 2009, compared to 1,350 new heavy-duty trucks, 919 new medium-duty trucks and 936 used trucks in the third quarter of 2008. Parts, service and body shop sales revenue was $96.0 million in the third quarter of 2009, compared to $116.3 million in the third quarter of 2008.
The Company's construction equipment segment recorded revenues of $8.5 million in the third quarter of 2009, compared to $16.9 million in the third quarter of 2008. New and used construction equipment sales revenue decreased 61.9% to $4.5 million in the third quarter of 2009, from $11.8 million in the third quarter of 2008. Construction equipment parts, service and body shop sales decreased 21.6% to $4.0 million in the third quarter of 2009 from $5.1 million in the third quarter of 2008.
As previously disclosed, the Company earns federal income tax credits on the sale of alternative fuel vehicles to tax-exempt entities. These tax credits are reflected as tax benefits in the Company's Consolidated Statements of Operations. A portion of these tax credits are passed back to the tax-exempt customer and are reflected as selling expense to the Company in the quarter in which the trucks are sold. The net effect of the federal tax credits and the pass through payments to tax-exempt customers contributed approximately $2.0 million, or $0.05 per diluted share, in the third quarter. These alternative fuel tax credits and the amount passed back to the customers are directly attributable to the sale of a truck. Accordingly, the Company believes the tax credits and the amounts passed back to customers should be considered operating items when analyzing the financial performance of the Company. The Company believes its history of serving municipalities and other tax-exempt customers that cannot claim these federal tax credits, its ability to utilize tax credits and pass back savings to these tax-exempt customers, and its position as a leading dealer of alternative fuel vehicles provide the Company with a distinct advantage over its competition when offering alternative fuel vehicles to tax-exempt entities.
During the second quarter of 2009, the Company incurred a $4.9 million pre-tax impairment charge related to General Motors Corporation's decision to stop manufacturing medium-duty trucks and to wind-down the Company's GMC Medium-Duty Truck Dealership Agreements, which reduced earnings per diluted share by $0.08 in the second quarter. A significant portion of the impairment charge was an estimate of the inventory valuation allowance associated with the disposal of the Company's remaining GMC truck and parts inventories. During the third quarter, the Company adjusted the valuation allowance related to its GMC inventory because it was able to dispose of some of the GMC inventory at higher prices than originally estimated, which resulted in an increase to pre-tax earnings of approximately $1.5 million, or $0.02 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2009.
W. Marvin Rush, Chairman of Rush Enterprises, Inc., said, "This truck market downturn is the toughest and longest that I have experienced in 45 years in the truck dealership business. The third quarter provided no relief from depressed truck and aftermarket sales markets. Yet once again, I am proud to report that even in the face of this extremely difficult environment, Rush Enterprises, Inc. was able to achieve a profitable third quarter. I remain proud of the employees of this Company, who have continued to control expenses yet maintain a high level of customer service."
W. M. "Rusty" Rush, President and Chief Executive Officer of Rush Enterprises, Inc., added, "Rush Class 8 truck deliveries increased this quarter over the second quarter of 2009 as several large fleet customers took delivery of trucks. This helped mitigate the effect of continued depressed U.S. Class 8 retail truck sales, which were down 33% over the third quarter of 2008, while Rush truck sales were down only 24% for the same time period. In addition, we continue to lead the commercial vehicle market as a provider of alternate fuel trucks, buses and services, and our ability to effectively serve municipalities significantly contributed to our overall profitability this quarter."
"We do not, however, anticipate a significant truck pre-buy to occur in the fourth quarter of this year as lingering depressed conditions in the overall economy and tight credit continue to negatively impact freight movement, causing continued excess capacity and depressed trade values. These factors have forced both vocational and fleet buyers to lengthen their replacement cycles beyond historical norms, most likely extending any substantial upturn in new truck purchases well into the second half of 2010," said Rusty Rush.
"Aftermarket parts, service and body shop sales were negatively impacted by excess capacity again this quarter as many customers have been able to utilize their excess truck capacity, thereby allowing them to delay repair and maintenance expense. A 21% decline in parts, service and body shop gross profit was offset by a reduction in general and administrative expenses (G&A) of 9%, resulting in an absorption rate of 96.4% in the third quarter of 2009," continued Rusty Rush.
"The months of November through February have historically been the slowest months for parts, service and body shop sales industry-wide. Without a significant pre-buy and as we move into the traditionally slower season for parts, service and body shop sales, we anticipate that the next six to nine months could be a very challenging market for truck and aftermarket sales," said Rusty Rush.
"We have diligently controlled expenses throughout this downturn, while maintaining the high level of customer service expected from our dealerships. Our balance sheet remains strong as we currently have $136 million in cash. We have several construction projects underway to improve facilities and continue to implement our new business system. I remain confident in our employees and the Company's ability to weather the remainder of this economic and truck market downturn and be well positioned for growth in the future," concluded Rusty Rush.
Conference Call Information
Rush Enterprises will host its quarterly conference call to discuss earnings for the third quarter on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at 11 a.m. Eastern/10 a.m. Central. The call can be heard live by dialing 888-686-9683 (US) or 913-312-1469 (International) or via the Internet at http://investor.rushenterprises.com/events.cfm.
For those who cannot listen to the live broadcast, the webcast will be available on our website at the above link until February 15, 2010. Listen to the audio replay until October 29, 2009, by dialing 888-203-1112 (US) or 719-457-0820 (International) and entering the replay pass code 4218581.
About Rush Enterprises, Inc.
Rush Enterprises, Inc. owns and operates the largest network of commercial vehicle dealerships in the United States, representing truck and bus manufacturers including Peterbilt, GMC, Hino, International, Isuzu, Ford, UD, Blue Bird, Diamond and Elkhart and two construction equipment dealerships in Texas representing John Deere construction equipment. The Company's vehicle and equipment centers are strategically located in high traffic areas on or near major highways in 11 states throughout the southern United States. These one-stop centers offer an integrated approach to meeting customer needs -- from sales of new and used vehicles and equipment to aftermarket parts, service and body shop operations plus a wide array of financial services, including financing, insurance, leasing and rental. Rush Enterprises' operations also provide vehicle up-fitting, chrome accessories and tires. For more information, please visit www.rushenterprises.com.
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Certain statements contained herein, including those concerning current and projected truck industry and market conditions, sales and delivery forecasts, aftermarket parts, service and body shop sales forecasts, the Company's prospects, the availability of credit, cash flow expectations, anticipated results for 2009 and beyond, the impact of diesel emissions regulations, and the impact of general economic conditions, are "forward-looking" statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995). Because such statements include risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, competitive factors, general U.S. economic conditions, economic conditions in the new and used truck and construction equipment markets, customer relations, relationships with vendors, the interest rate environment, governmental regulation and supervision, product introductions and acceptance, changes in industry practices, onetime events and other factors described herein and in filings made by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
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(In Thousands, Except Shares and Per Share Amounts)
Sept. 30, Dec. 31,
2009 2008
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Assets (Unaudited)
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Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 136,731 $ 146,411
Investments 7,575 7,575
Accounts receivable, net 41,407 55,274
Inventories 274,758 362,234
Prepaid expenses and other 2,270 3,369
Deferred income taxes, net 9,112 6,730
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Total current assets 471,853 581,593
Property and equipment, net 343,545 332,147
Goodwill, net 141,065 141,904
Other assets, net 1,047 1,146
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Total assets $ 957,510 $ 1,056,790
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Liabilities and shareholders' equity
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Current liabilities:
Floor plan notes payable $ 196,649 $ 282,702
Current maturities of long-term debt 57,576 37,665
Current maturities of capital lease
obligations 5,700 3,454
Trade accounts payable 25,670 31,530
Accrued expenses 39,660 49,125
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Total current liabilities 325,255 404,476
Long-term debt, net of current maturities 132,755 172,011
Capital lease obligations, net of current
maturities 23,584 11,366
Deferred income taxes, net 51,411 52,896
Shareholders' equity:
Preferred stock, par value $.01 per share;
1,000,000 shares authorized; 0 shares
outstanding in 2009 and 2008 -- --
Common stock, par value $.01 per share;
60,000,000 class A shares and 20,000,000
class B shares authorized; 26,578,748
class A shares and 12,325,737 class B
shares issued and 26,430,122 class A
shares and 10,685,894 class B shares
outstanding in 2009; 26,327,734 class A
shares and 12,324,987 class B shares
issued and 26,255,974 class A shares and
10,685,144 class B shares outstanding in
2008 388 386
Additional paid-in capital 187,930 183,818
Treasury stock, at cost: 1,639,843 shares (17,948) (17,948)
Retained earnings 254,135 249,785
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Total shareholders' equity 424,505 416,041
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Total liabilities and shareholders'
equity $ 957,510 $ 1,056,790
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RUSH ENTERPRISES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
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(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
(Unaudited)
Three months ended Nine months ended
September 30, September 30,
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2009 2008 2009 2008
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Revenues:
New and used truck
sales $ 179,121 $ 259,518 $ 562,263 $ 808,181
Parts and service 102,830 124,129 314,760 362,174
Construction equipment
sales 4,424 11,672 16,908 47,571
Lease and rental 13,300 14,205 40,012 40,605
Finance and insurance 1,748 2,723 5,731 9,520
Other 1,015 1,449 3,978 4,221
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Total revenue 302,438 413,696 943,652 1,272,272
Cost of products sold:
New and used truck
sales 167,396 241,923 530,069 754,265
Parts and service 61,949 72,784 191,173 211,413
Construction equipment
sales 4,333 10,634 15,715 43,006
Lease and rental 11,756 11,970 35,273 34,611
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Total cost of
products sold 245,434 337,311 772,230 1,043,295
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Gross profit 57,004 76,385 171,422 228,977
Selling, general and
administrative 51,934 58,371 154,363 174,328
Depreciation and
amortization 3,866 4,039 12,657 11,841
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Operating income 1,204 13,975 4,402 42,808
Interest expense, net 1,542 1,833 4,673 5,533
Gain on sale of assets 88 25 165 79
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(Loss) income before
taxes (250) 12,167 (106) 37,354
(Benefit) provision for
income taxes (3,258) 4,167 (4,456) 13,612
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Net income $ 3,008 $ 8,000 $ 4,350 $ 23,742
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Earnings per common share:
Basic $ 0.08 $ 0.21 $ 0.12 $ 0.62
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Diluted $ 0.08 $ 0.21 $ 0.12 $ 0.61
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Weighted average shares
outstanding:
Basic 37,110 38,417 37,047 38,416
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Diluted 37,780 38,842 37,469 38,908
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SOURCE: Rush Enterprises, Inc.
CONTACT: Rush Enterprises, Inc., San Antonio Steven L. Keller 830-626-5226
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