10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2006

ADOBE INC. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Mar 3, 2006

Filed April 12, 2006For Securities:ADBE

Summary

Adobe Systems Incorporated's Q1 2006 report highlights significant growth and strategic integration following the acquisition of Macromedia. Total revenue reached $655.5 million, a 38% increase year-over-year, largely driven by the integration of Macromedia's product portfolio, particularly in the Creative Solutions and Mobile and Device Solutions segments. Despite increased operating expenses, notably in R&D and Sales & Marketing, attributed to headcount growth and stock-based compensation following the adoption of SFAS 123R, the company reported net income of $105.1 million. Adobe's balance sheet shows a strong cash position and a substantial increase in goodwill and intangible assets due to the acquisition. The company also initiated a significant restructuring plan to realize synergies from the Macromedia integration.

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue for the quarter was $655.5 million, a 38% increase compared to the prior year, primarily driven by the acquisition of Macromedia.
  • 2The acquisition of Macromedia for approximately $3.5 billion, completed in December 2005, significantly impacted revenue and asset base, with goodwill increasing by over $2 billion.
  • 3Net income for the quarter was $105.1 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, a decrease from the prior year's $151.9 million, impacted by increased operating expenses and restructuring charges.
  • 4Operating expenses increased by 62% to $447.8 million, driven by higher R&D, Sales & Marketing, and the inclusion of restructuring and amortization of intangibles related to the Macromedia acquisition.
  • 5The company adopted SFAS 123R for stock-based compensation, leading to higher reported expenses, and initiated a restructuring plan impacting both former Adobe and Macromedia operations.
  • 6Adobe ended the quarter with a strong liquidity position, with cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaling $2.1 billion.
  • 7The company repurchased approximately 9.7 million shares of common stock during the quarter, demonstrating a commitment to returning value to shareholders and mitigating dilution.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver of Adobe's revenue growth in this quarter is the acquisition of Macromedia, which was completed in December 2005. The integration of Macromedia's products and services contributed significantly to the overall revenue increase.

The adoption of SFAS 123R, requiring companies to account for stock-based compensation at fair value, led to an increase in reported expenses for stock-based compensation. This contributed to higher operating expenses and a decrease in net income compared to the prior year's period when a different accounting method was used.

The restructuring charges are related to a plan initiated to eliminate duplicative activities, focus resources on growth opportunities, and reduce the cost structure following the Macromedia acquisition. These charges include employee termination benefits, costs for closing redundant facilities, and cancellation of certain contracts.

Adobe maintains a strong liquidity position with $2.1 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments. The company expects its current cash reserves and anticipated cash flows from operations to be sufficient to meet its working capital and operating expenditure requirements for the next twelve months. They also continue to manage stock repurchases.