10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2013

Johnson Controls International plc Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Mar 29, 2013

Filed April 26, 2013For Securities:JCI

Summary

Johnson Controls International plc (JCI), operating as Tyco International Ltd. during this period, reported its quarterly results for the period ending March 29, 2013. The company saw a modest increase in net revenue for both the quarter and year-to-date periods, driven primarily by growth in the Global Products segment and strategic acquisitions. However, operating income experienced a significant decline, largely due to a substantial charge of $94 million for additional environmental remediation activities at a Wisconsin facility. This, combined with other one-time charges and a net benefit reversal from prior year legacy litigation, impacted profitability. Financially, Tyco International continues to manage its debt effectively, with interest expenses decreasing due to prior debt redemptions. The company also highlighted its ongoing commitment to returning capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases, demonstrating confidence in its liquidity and future cash flows. Investors should note the significant environmental remediation charge and its impact on current period earnings, while also observing the underlying revenue growth in key segments and proactive capital allocation strategies.

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Key Highlights

  • 1Net revenue increased by 2.6% to $2.6 billion for the quarter and 3.7% to $5.2 billion for the six months ended March 29, 2013, driven by organic growth and acquisitions.
  • 2Operating income decreased significantly by 46.1% to $123 million for the quarter, primarily due to a $94 million charge for environmental remediation.
  • 3Interest expense decreased due to prior debt redemptions, reflecting effective debt management.
  • 4The company repurchased approximately 7 million shares for $200 million during the six months ended March 29, 2013.
  • 5The Global Products segment showed strong organic revenue growth of 6.6% for the quarter and 6.1% for the six months.
  • 6Significant charges related to environmental remediation ($94 million in the quarter, $100 million year-to-date) and separation costs impacted profitability.
  • 7The company maintains a substantial backlog of unfilled orders, totaling $5.3 billion as of March 29, 2013, indicating future revenue potential.

Frequently Asked Questions

The operating income decreased significantly primarily due to a $94 million charge for additional environmental remediation activities at a Global Products facility in Marinette, Wisconsin. This was also impacted by other charges and a favorable net benefit reversal from legacy litigation in the prior year's comparable quarter.

Interest expense decreased due to savings from the redemption of $2.6 billion of debt securities in connection with the 2012 Separation. The company has access to a committed revolving credit facility, a commercial paper program, and generates cash from operations, which management believes is sufficient to cover operational and business needs.

The 2012 Separation, which involved the spin-offs of ADT and Tyco Flow Control, resulted in these former businesses being classified as discontinued operations in all periods presented. The company now operates and reports in three segments: NA Installation & Services, ROW Installation & Services, and Global Products, with Corporate and Other as a fourth non-operating segment.

Tyco International approved a new $600 million share repurchase program in January 2013 and continued its dividend payments, demonstrating a commitment to returning capital to shareholders. During the six months ended March 29, 2013, the company repurchased approximately 7 million shares for $200 million.