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10-Q/APeriod: Q3 FY2002

Johnson Controls International plc Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q3 Ended Jun 30, 2002

Filed December 31, 2002For Securities:JCI

Summary

Johnson Controls International plc (JCI) filed an amended Quarterly Report (10-Q/A) for the period ending June 29, 2002. The filing reveals significant financial restructuring and operational challenges. Notably, the company reported substantial goodwill impairment charges, primarily within its Electronics segment, reflecting difficulties in the telecommunications and fiberoptic markets. The company also detailed significant restructuring and other unusual charges across its business segments, stemming from efforts to streamline operations and reduce costs in response to market softness. Furthermore, the report highlights the divestiture of CIT Group Inc., with its results presented as discontinued operations. The company is undergoing an in-depth review of its accounting practices, initiated by the new CEO, to restore investor and regulatory credibility. This review is being conducted in conjunction with external advisors and auditors. Investors should pay close attention to the ongoing investigations and the potential for further adjustments to financial results as the review progresses. The company's financial position remains under scrutiny due to ongoing business disruptions and credit rating downgrades.

Key Highlights

  • 1Substantial goodwill impairment charges totaling $844.4 million were recorded on continuing operations.
  • 2The company experienced significant losses from continuing operations, amounting to $(1,570.9) million for the nine months ended June 30, 2002, compared to a profit of $3,220.4 million in the prior year period.
  • 3The company is undergoing a comprehensive review of its accounting practices, initiated by new CEO Edward Breen, to address credibility issues.
  • 4The divestiture of CIT Group Inc. (Tyco Capital) was completed in July 2002, with its results presented as discontinued operations.
  • 5Significant restructuring and other unusual charges, totaling $4,534.6 million (excluding impairments and goodwill), were recorded for the nine months ended June 30, 2002, impacting operating income across segments.
  • 6The Electronics segment experienced a sharp decline in sales (26.2% for the nine months) and recorded significant operating losses and goodwill impairment due to market weakness in telecommunications and fiberoptics.
  • 7Total debt increased significantly to $26,127.1 million at June 30, 2002, leading to credit rating downgrades and increased borrowing costs.

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