10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2017

Keysight Technologies, Inc. Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Jan 31, 2017

Filed February 28, 2017For Securities:KEYS

Summary

Keysight Technologies, Inc. (KEYS) reported solid financial results for the three months ended January 31, 2017, showcasing year-over-year growth in net revenue and a significant increase in net income. The company's revenue grew by 1% to $726 million, driven by modest growth across its segments, particularly the Services Solutions Group, which saw a 5% increase. Net income more than doubled to $109 million, up from $64 million in the prior year period, largely due to a substantial one-time gain from a Japan pension settlement and improved gross margins. Operating income also saw a significant boost, climbing to $162 million from $98 million, primarily due to the pension settlement gain and operational efficiencies. Financially, Keysight maintained a strong liquidity position with $896 million in cash and cash equivalents. The company also announced a significant strategic move: a definitive agreement to acquire Ixia for approximately $1.6 billion in an all-cash transaction, expected to close by October 2017. This acquisition is poised to expand Keysight's capabilities in network testing, visibility, and security solutions. While facing some market headwinds, particularly in the aerospace and defense sector, Keysight demonstrated resilience and a commitment to innovation and operational efficiency.

Financial Highlights

51 data points
Beta

Revenue

$726.00M

55.6% Gross Margin

Net Income

$109.00M

15.0% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.63

Total Assets

$3.87B

Cash & Equivalents

$896.00M

Free Cash Flow

$99.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$726.00M
Cost of Revenue$322.00M
Gross Profit$404.00M
R&D Expenses$108.00M
SG&A Expenses$213.00M
Operating Expenses$564.00M
Operating Income$162.00M
Interest Expense$12.00M
Net Income$109.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.64
EPS (Diluted)$0.63
Shares Outstanding (Basic)171.00M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)173.00M

Key Highlights

  • 1Net revenue increased by 1% to $726 million for the three months ended January 31, 2017, compared to $721 million in the prior year period.
  • 2Net income significantly increased by 70% to $109 million ($0.63 diluted EPS) from $64 million ($0.37 diluted EPS) in the comparable prior year period.
  • 3Operating income rose substantially by 65% to $162 million, driven by a $68 million gain from the Japan pension settlement and improved gross margins.
  • 4The company announced a definitive agreement to acquire Ixia for approximately $1.6 billion, a strategic move to expand its network testing and security solutions capabilities.
  • 5Keysight maintained a strong liquidity position with cash and cash equivalents totaling $896 million as of January 31, 2017.
  • 6Gross margin improved to 55.7% from 54.3% year-over-year, attributed to lower warranty and inventory charges.
  • 7The Services Solutions Group showed robust revenue growth of 5% year-over-year, contributing positively to overall revenue.

Frequently Asked Questions

The substantial increase in net income to $109 million from $64 million in the prior year period was primarily driven by a significant one-time gain of $68 million from the settlement and transfer of assets and obligations of the Japanese Employees' Pension Fund. This was complemented by improved gross margins.

Keysight announced a definitive agreement to acquire Ixia, a provider of network testing, visibility, and security solutions, for approximately $1.6 billion in an all-cash transaction. This acquisition is expected to close by October 2017 and is anticipated to create a combined entity with enhanced capabilities in electronic design, device and network validation, and application/security performance.

Overall net revenue grew 1% to $726 million. The Communications Solutions Group (CSG) revenue was flat year-over-year at $434 million, impacted by a decline in the aerospace, defense, and government market. The Electronic Industrial Solutions Group (EISG) revenue was also flat year-over-year at $192 million, with growth in semiconductor solutions offset by declines elsewhere. The Services Solutions Group (SSG) showed the strongest performance, with revenue increasing 5% to $100 million, driven by calibration and remarketed solutions.

Keysight maintained a strong liquidity position, with cash and cash equivalents totaling $896 million as of January 31, 2017, an increase from $783 million as of October 31, 2016. Approximately $667 million of this cash was held by foreign subsidiaries.