01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 10-Q filed April 27, 2023. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) reported solid revenue growth in the first quarter of 2023, with net sales increasing by 10.2% year-over-year to $1.43 billiona.
This growth was driven by a combination of favorable pricing/product mix and contributions from acquired product lines, notably the Hero Cosmetics acquisition, which is showing positive integration. Despite broad-based cost inflation impacting manufacturing and commodities, the company successfully expanded its gross margin by 90 basis points, primarily through pricing strategies, productivity initiatives, and lower transportation costs. While net income slightly decreased to $203.2 millionb from $204.4 million in the prior year, diluted EPS remained strong at $0.82.
The company demonstrated effective operational management by increasing marketing spend to support improved fill rates and successfully managing Selling, General & Administrative (SG&A) expenses, which were impacted by acquisition-related costs. The company also reported a healthy increase in cash flow from operations, up $120.3 millionc year-over-year, indicating strong cash generation capabilities to fund ongoing operations, dividends, and strategic initiatives, including a remaining $729.7 million authorization for share repurchases.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Net sales increased 10.2% to $1.43 billion, driven by pricing/product mix and acquisitions (Hero Cosmetics).
- Gross margin improved by 90 basis points to 43.5%, benefiting from pricing strategies and productivity despite cost inflation.
- Net income was $203.2 million, with diluted EPS at $0.82, a slight decrease from the prior year.
- Operating income grew by 4.0% to $291.9 million, though operating margin slightly decreased due to increased marketing and SG&A expenses.
- Cash flow from operating activities significantly increased by $120.3 million to $273.1 million, showing strong operational cash generation.
- The company repaid $200.0 million of its term loan, demonstrating active debt management.
- Remaining share repurchase authorization stands at $729.7 million, indicating continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
03—One dollar
Follow one dollar
Of each $1.00 of revenue in Q1 FY2023, Church & Dwight Co Inc kept $0.14.
- Revenue$1.43B100.0%
- Cost of revenue−$807.8M56.5%
- Gross profit$622.0M43.5%
- Operating costs−$330.1M23.1%
- Operating income$291.9M20.4%
- Interest, other & tax−$88.7M6.2%
- Net income$203.2M14.2%
04—Financials
Financial Highlights
Figures from 10-QQ1 FY2023filed April 27, 2023Financial Statements
Q1 FY2023 against Q1 FY2022
| Line item | Q1 FY2023Q1 FY2022 | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $1.43B$1.30B | +10.2% |
| Cost of Revenue | $807.80M$744.70M | +8.5% |
| Gross Profit | $622.00M$552.50M | +12.6% |
| R&D Expenses | $26.70M$24.50M | +9.0% |
| SG&A Expenses | $207.80M$169.90M | +22.3% |
| Operating Income | $291.90M$280.70M | +4.0% |
| Interest Expense | $28.80M$16.60M | +73.5% |
| Net Income | $203.20M$204.40M | −0.6% |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.83$0.84 | −1.2% |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.82$0.83 | −1.2% |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 243.80M242.60M | +0.5% |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 246.80M246.70M | 0.0% |
05—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How did the Hero Cosmetics acquisition impact the financial results?
The Hero Cosmetics acquisition, completed in October 2022, contributed 5.2% to the net sales increase in the first quarter of 2023. While acquisition-related costs contributed to higher SG&A expenses, the acquisition is being integrated and is expected to drive future growth, particularly within the Consumer Domestic segment.
What is the company's outlook on inflation and supply chain challenges?
Church & Dwight acknowledges ongoing supply chain issues, including raw material and labor shortages, and significant broad-based cost inflation. While they expect pricing and productivity to offset inflation in the near term, these pressures are expected to continue. The company is monitoring inflation and recessionary indicators closely and believes its value-focused portfolio positions it well in challenging economic environments.
How is the company managing its debt and capital resources?
The company repaid $200.0 million of its term loan in the first quarter of 2023, reducing its outstanding debt. As of March 31, 2023, CHD had $202.8 million in cash and cash equivalents and approximately $1.48 billion available through its revolving credit facility and commercial paper program, indicating strong liquidity. The company anticipates sufficient cash flow from operations and borrowing capacity to fund share repurchases, dividends, and capital expenditures.
Are there any risks related to intangible assets, such as goodwill or trade names?
The company has significant intangible assets, including goodwill and trade names. While the annual goodwill impairment test in 2022 did not indicate impairment, the company noted potential susceptibility to impairment for the TROJAN® and WATERPIK® trade names due to declining sales and profitability in those specific segments. The company is implementing strategies to address these declines, but future impairments could occur if these strategies are unsuccessful or if market conditions worsen.
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