10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2011

EMCOR Group, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2011

Filed July 29, 2011For Securities:EME

Summary

EMCOR Group, Inc. reported increased revenues and operating income for the three and six months ended June 30, 2011, compared to the same periods in 2010. This improvement was driven by strategic acquisitions, notably the significant USM Services Holdings, Inc. acquisition, which bolstered the United States facilities services segment, and organic growth in several key areas including United States electrical and United Kingdom construction and facilities services. Despite a challenging economic environment that pressured gross margins, the company demonstrated effective cost management, leading to improved operating margins. Financially, EMCOR saw a substantial increase in goodwill and identifiable intangible assets, largely due to the USM acquisition, reflecting significant investment in growth. While cash from operations improved year-over-year, a considerable portion of cash was utilized for investing activities, primarily acquisitions. The company also successfully managed its debt obligations, with a strong focus on maintaining liquidity through its revolving credit facility. Looking ahead, EMCOR is strategically divesting its Canadian operations, indicating a focus on optimizing its portfolio for future growth and profitability.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Revenue increased by 9.7% for the quarter and 7.5% for the six months, reaching $1.4 billion and $2.7 billion respectively.
  • 2Operating income saw a significant increase of 34.8% for the quarter and 18.4% for the six months, reaching $49.1 million and $91.5 million respectively, partly due to a large impairment charge in the prior year.
  • 3Net income attributable to EMCOR Group, Inc. increased by 6.1% for the quarter to $28.8 million and by 9.1% for the six months to $53.4 million.
  • 4The company completed the acquisition of USM Services Holdings, Inc. on June 30, 2011, adding $255.0 million in consideration and significantly increasing goodwill and intangible assets.
  • 5Backlog increased to $3.80 billion as of June 30, 2011, from $3.15 billion in the prior year, indicating strong future revenue potential.
  • 6The company announced the agreement to sell its Canadian subsidiary, signaling a strategic portfolio adjustment.
  • 7Cash from operations improved significantly, moving from a use of $74.2 million in the prior year's six months to a provision of $5.0 million in the current period.

Frequently Asked Questions

EMCOR's revenue growth was driven by a combination of factors, including the contribution from recently acquired companies, organic growth within its United States facilities services segment, and increased revenues from its United States electrical construction and facilities services and United Kingdom construction and facilities services segments. The acquisition of USM Services Holdings, Inc. on June 30, 2011, was a significant contributor.

The acquisition of USM Services Holdings, Inc. significantly increased EMCOR's goodwill and identifiable intangible assets. Goodwill increased substantially, reflecting the premium paid over the fair value of net identifiable assets acquired. The company is still finalizing the purchase price allocation, which may lead to further adjustments.

EMCOR believes its current cash balances, borrowing capacity under its 2010 Revolving Credit Facility, and cash generated from operations will be sufficient to meet its short-term and foreseeable long-term liquidity needs and capital expenditure requirements. The company is also focusing on the facilities services market for a more predictable cash flow stream.

The planned sale of the Canadian subsidiary, which represents EMCOR's Canada construction segment, is a strategic move to optimize the company's portfolio. This divestiture is expected to close in the third quarter of 2011 and will allow EMCOR to focus resources on other core segments.