10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2012

FISERV INC Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Jun 30, 2012

Filed July 31, 2012For Securities:FISV

Summary

Fiserv, Inc. (FISV) reported solid revenue growth in the second quarter and first half of 2012, driven by its Payments and Financial segments. Total revenue increased by 3% in Q2 and 4% year-to-date, reflecting the resilience of its recurring revenue model. Operating income also saw an increase, up 3% in Q2 and 6% year-to-date. The company's financial performance was supported by its strategic initiatives focused on delivering high-quality revenue growth and enhancing client relationships. The company's liquidity remains strong, with $302 million in cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period and access to a revolving credit facility. While operating cash flow saw a slight decrease year-over-year primarily due to working capital timing, the company continues to prioritize debt repayment, capital expenditures, and share repurchases. Fiserv is strategically investing in new products and services, such as its digital payment solutions, to drive future growth and maintain its competitive edge in the evolving financial services technology landscape.

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$1.09B
Cost of Revenue$155.00M
Gross Profit$932.00M
SG&A Expenses$204.00M
Operating Expenses$830.00M
Operating Income$257.00M
Interest Expense$44.00M
Net Income$161.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.29
EPS (Diluted)$0.29
Shares Outstanding (Basic)544.40M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)551.20M

Key Highlights

  • 1Total revenue grew by 3% in Q2 2012 to $1.1 billion and by 4% in the first six months to $2.2 billion, demonstrating consistent top-line growth.
  • 2Operating income increased by 3% in Q2 2012 to $259 million and by 6% in the first six months to $500 million, indicating improved profitability.
  • 3The Payments segment showed robust revenue growth of 5% in Q2 and 6% year-to-date, driven by card services, digital channels, and acquired businesses.
  • 4The Financial segment reported revenue growth of 1% in Q2 and 3% year-to-date, primarily from account processing and lending services.
  • 5Net income per diluted share from continuing operations significantly increased to $1.18 in Q2 2012 (from $0.67 in Q2 2011) and to $2.13 in the first six months (from $1.45 in the first six months of 2011), excluding the impact of debt extinguishment charges in the prior year.
  • 6The company maintained strong liquidity with $302 million in cash and cash equivalents and $1.0 billion revolving credit facility, despite a slight year-over-year decrease in operating cash flow.
  • 7Fiserv continues to invest in product innovation and strategic acquisitions, such as CashEdge, to enhance its digital payments and mobile banking offerings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fiserv's revenue growth in this period was primarily driven by its Payments and Financial segments. The Payments segment saw strong growth from card services, digital channels, and recent acquisitions, while the Financial segment benefited from increased account processing and lending services. The recurring nature of its contracts and high renewal rates also contribute to consistent revenue generation.

Fiserv maintained a strong liquidity position with $302 million in cash and cash equivalents. While operating cash flow decreased slightly due to working capital timing and tax payments, the company has access to a $1 billion revolving credit facility. They are strategically using operating cash flow for debt repayment, capital expenditures, and share repurchases. The company also benefited from lower interest expenses due to decreased average interest rates and a significant decrease in interest expense related to early debt extinguishment compared to the prior year.

Acquisitions, particularly CashEdge acquired in September 2011, contributed positively to revenue growth. For the first six months of 2012, acquired companies contributed $30 million to revenue. These acquisitions are part of Fiserv's strategy to advance its digital payments and mobile banking capabilities.

In the second quarter of 2011, Fiserv recorded a $61 million loss on early debt extinguishment related to the repurchase of senior notes. This item significantly impacted the prior year's comparable period's net income and earnings per share. The current period's results are generally more indicative of ongoing operational performance.