10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2007

NVIDIA CORP Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Apr 30, 2006

Filed May 31, 2006For Securities:NVDA

Summary

NVIDIA Corporation reported a strong first quarter for fiscal year 2007, with revenues reaching $681.8 million, a significant increase from $583.8 million in the same period last year. This growth was accompanied by a rise in net income to $90.7 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, up from $64.4 million, or $0.18 per diluted share, in the prior year's first quarter. The company demonstrated improved profitability with gross margins increasing and operating income showing robust growth. Key strategic moves during the quarter included the acquisitions of ULi Electronics, Inc. and Hybrid Graphics Ltd., aimed at strengthening NVIDIA's platform solutions and expanding its presence in the handheld device market. The adoption of SFAS No. 123(R) for stock-based compensation also impacted reported expenses and cash flow classifications. Overall, NVIDIA appears to be executing well on its growth strategies and delivering solid financial performance.

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenue increased by 16.8% year-over-year to $681.8 million for Q1 FY2007.
  • 2Net income grew by 40.7% year-over-year to $90.7 million.
  • 3Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose to $0.23 from $0.18 in the prior year's comparable quarter.
  • 4Gross profit margin improved significantly, reaching 42.4% compared to 36.0% in Q1 FY2006.
  • 5The company completed two strategic acquisitions: ULi Electronics, Inc. for PC core logic and Hybrid Graphics Ltd. for embedded graphics software.
  • 6Total operating expenses increased, driven by higher Research and Development spending, reflecting continued investment in innovation.
  • 7Stock-based compensation expense under SFAS No. 123(R) was $23.0 million for the quarter.

Frequently Asked Questions

NVIDIA adopted SFAS No. 123(R) effective January 30, 2006. This resulted in $23.0 million of stock-based compensation expense being recognized in the quarter, impacting cost of revenue, R&D, and SG&A. It also changed the cash flow classification for excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation, moving them from operating to financing activities. Pro forma net income for Q1 FY2006, had the standard been applied then, would have been $47.8 million, compared to the reported $64.4 million.

The acquisition of ULi Electronics for $53.1 million (net assets) and Hybrid Graphics for $36.7 million (net assets) were completed during the quarter. The acquired assets included goodwill and intangible assets. The company stated that the pro forma results of operations for these acquisitions were not presented as their effect was not considered material to the overall financial statements for the quarter.

Inventories increased significantly to $346.4 million from $254.8 million at the end of the previous fiscal year. Accounts receivable also saw a substantial increase to $391.3 million from $318.2 million. These increases, coupled with a decrease in cash and cash equivalents, suggest a potential strain on working capital management or anticipation of strong future sales.

Cash flows from operating activities decreased to $50.4 million from $89.6 million in the prior year's quarter, primarily due to significant increases in accounts receivable and inventories. Investing activities showed a substantial outflow of $157.5 million, largely driven by acquisitions and purchases of marketable securities. Financing activities provided $43.1 million, mainly from stock issuances. The net effect was a decrease in cash and cash equivalents by $64.0 million.