10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2003

ANALOG DEVICES INC Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Feb 1, 2003

Filed March 6, 2003For Securities:ADI

Summary

Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) reported a strong financial performance for the quarter ended January 31, 2003, with a significant increase in net sales and profitability compared to the prior year period. Net sales grew by 19% year-over-year, driven by robust growth in both analog and DSP products, with particularly strong demand from consumer and communications customers. Gross margins also improved, reflecting favorable cost leverage and the impact of prior restructuring actions. The company's strategic investments in research and development continue, positioning it for future innovation. Despite increased operating expenses related to salary restorations and expanded field support, ADI's operating income saw a substantial increase, leading to a net income of $60 million, or $0.16 per diluted share, a significant improvement from $25 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, in the same quarter last year. ADI ended the quarter with a strong liquidity position, with over $3 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments, providing ample resources for future operations and capital expenditures.

Key Highlights

  • 1Net sales increased by 19% to $467.4 million compared to the prior year quarter.
  • 2Gross margin improved to 54.2% from 51.9% year-over-year, driven by higher sales volume and operational efficiencies.
  • 3Net income more than doubled to $59.99 million from $24.69 million in the prior year quarter.
  • 4Diluted earnings per share rose to $0.16 from $0.06 year-over-year.
  • 5The company maintained a strong liquidity position with $3.0 billion in cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments.
  • 6Research and development expenses as a percentage of net sales decreased year-over-year, indicating improved operational leverage.
  • 7The company announced a new lawsuit from Motorola, Inc. alleging patent infringement, which is currently under evaluation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver for the 19% increase in net sales was higher sales to consumer, communications, and computer customers. Both analog products (up 14%) and DSP products (up 41%) contributed to this growth.

The adoption of FAS 142, which discontinued the amortization of goodwill, significantly reduced amortization expenses. This led to a lower effective income tax rate and a substantial increase in reported net income and earnings per share compared to the prior year, as seen in the pro forma adjustments for the prior year. Amortization of intangibles decreased from $14.1 million to $0.7 million.

Analog Devices anticipates continued improvement in its business. For the second quarter of fiscal 2003, the company projects net sales to increase by approximately 3% to 5% from the first quarter of fiscal 2003. Diluted earnings per share are expected to be in the range of $0.17 to $0.18.

The company demonstrates strong financial health and liquidity. Cash, cash equivalents, and short-term investments totaled $3.0 billion at the end of the quarter, an increase of $102 million from the previous quarter. Operating cash inflows were strong at $105 million. The company believes its existing liquidity and expected future cash generation are sufficient to fund operations, capital expenditures, and R&D efforts for at least the next twelve months and beyond.