Summary
Cencora, Inc. (formerly AmerisourceBergen Corporation) reported its first quarter results for fiscal year 2013, showing a modest increase in revenue of 4.1% to $20.5 billion for the quarter and 4.8% to $41.6 billion for the first six months. This growth was driven by both the Pharmaceutical Distribution segment and the 'Other' segment, which includes World Courier acquired in April 2012. However, net income significantly decreased due to losses from discontinued operations, particularly related to the planned divestitures of AndersonBrecon and AmerisourceBergen Canada Corporation, which included substantial goodwill impairment and loss on sale charges. The company also announced a significant strategic partnership with Walgreen Co. and Alliance Boots GmbH, including a ten-year pharmaceutical distribution agreement and the issuance of warrants to Walgreens and Alliance Boots for a minority equity stake in Cencora. While this partnership is expected to drive future revenue growth, particularly starting in fiscal year 2014 with the integration of Walgreens' generic drug distribution, it also introduces potential dilution and operational complexities. The company's balance sheet remains strong with significant cash on hand and available credit facilities, though increased inventory and accounts receivable were noted for the period.
Financial Highlights
55 data points| Revenue | $20.52B |
| Cost of Revenue | $19.81B |
| Gross Profit | $716.99M |
| SG&A Expenses | $323.54M |
| Operating Income | $350.12M |
| Net Income | $45.63M |
| EPS (Basic) | $0.20 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $0.19 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 230.42M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 234.59M |
Key Highlights
- 1Revenue increased by 4.1% year-over-year for the quarter to $20.5 billion, driven by growth in both Pharmaceutical Distribution and Other segments.
- 2Net income significantly declined by 78.7% for the quarter to $45.6 million, primarily due to a $164.5 million loss from discontinued operations, including goodwill impairment and sale losses.
- 3A major strategic partnership was announced with Walgreen Co. and Alliance Boots GmbH, involving a 10-year distribution agreement and warrants for a minority equity stake, expected to boost future revenue.
- 4The company is undergoing divestitures of its packaging and clinical trials services business (AndersonBrecon) and Canadian distribution business (AmerisourceBergen Canada Corporation), classifying them as discontinued operations.
- 5Operating expenses increased by 21.2% for the quarter, largely due to the inclusion of World Courier's operating costs acquired in the prior year.
- 6Cash provided by operating activities increased by 11.0% to $743.7 million for the six-month period, but working capital management showed increased days sales outstanding and inventory on hand.
- 7The company repurchased $284.7 million of its common stock during the first six months of the fiscal year and has $562.4 million remaining under its current share repurchase program.