10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2016

CADENCE DESIGN SYSTEMS INC Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Apr 2, 2016

Filed April 25, 2016For Securities:CDNS

Summary

Cadence Design Systems, Inc. reported solid financial performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2016, ending April 2, 2016. Total revenue increased by 9% year-over-year to $447.9 million, driven by a 7% rise in product and maintenance revenue and a significant 30% surge in services revenue. Net income grew substantially to $50.6 million, or $0.17 per diluted share, compared to $36.3 million, or $0.12 per diluted share, in the prior year's first quarter. The company also demonstrated strong operational cash flow generation and a significant increase in its cash and cash equivalents, reaching $810.4 million at quarter-end. A notable strategic move during the quarter was the securing of a new $300 million term loan, alongside increased activity under its revolving credit facility, indicating proactive capital management to support growth initiatives, including substantial share repurchases.

Financial Statements
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Revenue$447.86M
Operating Expenses$389.83M
Operating Income$58.04M
Interest Expense$5.36M
Net Income$50.56M
EPS (Basic)$0.17
EPS (Diluted)$0.17
Shares Outstanding (Basic)296.62M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)303.43M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue for the quarter rose by 9% year-over-year to $447.9 million.
  • 2Net income increased by 39% to $50.6 million, with diluted EPS growing to $0.17 from $0.12.
  • 3Cash and cash equivalents significantly increased by $193.7 million to $810.4 million.
  • 4The company secured a new $300 million term loan and utilized its revolving credit facility, increasing total debt.
  • 5Aggressive share repurchase activity continued, with $240 million spent in the quarter.
  • 6Research and development expenses increased by 10% to $179.9 million, reflecting ongoing investment in innovation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Revenue growth was driven by increases in both product and maintenance revenue (up 7%) and a significant surge in services revenue (up 30%). This indicates strong demand across Cadence's software, hardware, and service offerings.

Cadence took on new debt during the quarter, securing a $300 million term loan and borrowing $50 million under its revolving credit facility. This increased its total outstanding debt from $343.3 million to $692.9 million (carrying value). These borrowings are intended for general corporate purposes, including stock repurchases.

Cadence is actively returning capital to shareholders through significant share repurchases, spending $240 million in the quarter alone, and continuing to invest in research and development, with R&D expenses increasing by 10% year-over-year. The company also saw a substantial increase in its cash and cash equivalents balance.

Cadence early adopted a new accounting standard for stock-based compensation, which impacts how income tax effects are recognized and classified in the cash flow statement. This resulted in a cumulative effect adjustment to opening accumulated deficit and a change in cash flow presentation for excess tax benefits.