10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2014

MICRON TECHNOLOGY INC Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Nov 28, 2013

Filed January 7, 2014For Securities:MU

Summary

Micron Technology Inc. (MU) reported a significant turnaround in its financial performance for the quarter ended November 28, 2013, compared to the same period in the previous year. Net sales surged to $4.04 billion from $1.83 billion, a testament to strong market demand and the impact of the Elpida acquisition. The company achieved a net income of $358 million, a substantial improvement from a net loss of $275 million in the prior year's quarter, resulting in a diluted EPS of $0.30. The Elpida acquisition, completed in July 2013, played a pivotal role in this quarter's results, contributing significantly to revenue growth across the DRAM Solutions Group (DSG) and Wireless Solutions Group (WSG) segments. Despite the positive revenue and profit growth, investors should note the ongoing integration challenges and the substantial debt load incurred, including significant payments related to the Elpida creditor installment plan. The company also settled its long-standing litigation with Rambus, incurring a substantial charge in the quarter but eliminating future legal uncertainties.

Financial Highlights

51 data points
Beta

Revenue

$4.04B

31.7% Gross Margin

Net Income

$358.00M

8.9% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.30

Total Assets

$19.79B

Cash & Equivalents

$3.65B

Free Cash Flow

$838.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$4.04B
Cost of Revenue$2.76B
Gross Profit$1.28B
R&D Expenses$320.00M
SG&A Expenses$176.00M
Operating Income$551.00M
Interest Expense$101.00M
Net Income$358.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.34
EPS (Diluted)$0.30
Shares Outstanding (Basic)1.05B
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)1.20B

Key Highlights

  • 1Net sales increased by 120% year-over-year to $4.04 billion.
  • 2The company swung from a net loss of $275 million in Q1 2013 to a net income of $358 million in Q1 2014.
  • 3Diluted Earnings Per Share (EPS) improved to $0.30 from a loss of $0.27 in the prior year's quarter.
  • 4The acquisition of Elpida Memory, Inc. significantly contributed to revenue growth, particularly in the DRAM and Wireless Solutions segments.
  • 5Gross margin improved substantially to 32% from 12% year-over-year, driven by higher volumes and better pricing for DRAM products.
  • 6The company settled all pending litigation with Rambus, incurring a $233 million charge in the quarter but removing future litigation risk.
  • 7Despite strong performance, the company continues to manage a significant debt load, including substantial payments related to the Elpida creditor installment plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver was the acquisition of Elpida Memory, Inc., completed in July 2013. This acquisition significantly boosted sales volumes and revenues, particularly within the DRAM Solutions Group and Wireless Solutions Group segments. Improved market conditions and higher average selling prices for DRAM products also contributed to the strong performance.

The Elpida acquisition added significant assets and liabilities to Micron's balance sheet. It contributed substantially to net sales and operating income. However, it also resulted in increased debt obligations, including ongoing Elpida creditor installment payments, and integration complexities. The company recognized a substantial gain ($1,484 million) on the acquisition itself due to the fair value of net assets acquired exceeding the purchase price.

Micron settled all pending litigation with Rambus in December 2013, incurring a $233 million charge in the quarter ended November 28, 2013, to accrue the liability for future payments and a patent cross-license agreement. While this impacted operating expenses, it resolved significant legal uncertainties and avoided future litigation expenses and disruptions.

Micron has a substantial debt load. A significant upcoming obligation is the Elpida creditor installment payments, totaling approximately $1.388 billion as of November 28, 2013, payable annually from 2014 through 2019. The company also has various convertible notes with upcoming maturities and restructuring activities that have resulted in debt modifications and potential cash outflows.