10-QPeriod: Q1 FY2005

PEPSICO INC Quarterly Report for Q1 Ended Mar 19, 2005

Filed April 15, 2005For Securities:PEP

Summary

PepsiCo, Inc. reported solid financial results for the first quarter of 2005, demonstrating robust growth in net revenue and operating profit. Net revenue increased by 7% to $6.585 billion, driven by a combination of effective net pricing, increased volume across key divisions, and favorable foreign currency movements. Operating profit saw an even more significant rise of 11% to $1.247 billion, indicating improved operational efficiency and leverage from the revenue gains. The company's strategic focus on volume growth, particularly in non-carbonated beverages and snacks, is yielding positive results. Strong performance was noted in Frito-Lay North America, PepsiCo International, and Quaker Foods North America, while PepsiCo Beverages North America showed mixed volume trends but improved profitability due to favorable product mix and price increases. The company also highlighted its ongoing share repurchase program and dividend payments, reinforcing its commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

Key Highlights

  • 1Net revenue increased 7% to $6.585 billion for the 12 weeks ended March 19, 2005, compared to $6.131 billion in the prior year period.
  • 2Operating profit grew 11% to $1.247 billion, with total operating profit margin improving to 18.9% from 18.4%.
  • 3Diluted earnings per share (EPS) rose 15% to $0.53 from $0.46.
  • 4Bottling equity income increased significantly by 67% to $65 million, boosted by a $28 million pre-tax gain from the sale of PBG stock.
  • 5Total servings increased 4%, with worldwide beverages growing 4% and worldwide snacks growing 3%.
  • 6The company repurchased $494 million in common shares during the quarter, continuing its capital return strategy.
  • 7Net cash provided by operating activities was $749 million, a 5% increase over the prior year, demonstrating strong operational cash generation.

Frequently Asked Questions

PepsiCo's net revenue increased by 7% primarily due to effective net pricing across all divisions (contributing 3 percentage points), increased volume (contributing 3 percentage points), and favorable foreign currency movements (contributing 1 percentage point).

Frito-Lay North America (FLNA) saw a 6% revenue increase and 6% profit increase. PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) had a 4% revenue increase but an 8% profit increase, driven by favorable mix and pricing. PepsiCo International (PI) showed strong growth with a 12% revenue increase and a 20% profit increase. Quaker Foods North America (QFNA) also performed well with a 10% revenue increase and an 18% profit increase.

PepsiCo recognized stock-based compensation expense of $77 million for the 12 weeks ended March 19, 2005, down from $91 million in the prior year period. This expense is reflected in selling, general and administrative expenses. The company is evaluating the impact of SFAS 123R, which it plans to adopt by the first quarter of 2006.

Net cash provided by operating activities was $749 million. Investing activities used $1.4 billion, largely due to the $750 million acquisition of Snack Ventures Europe (SVE) and purchases of short-term investments. Financing activities provided $89 million, mainly from net short-term borrowings and stock option proceeds, offset by significant common share repurchases ($494 million) and dividend payments ($387 million).