10-Q/APeriod: Q2 FY2002

TAKE TWO INTERACTIVE SOFTWARE INC Quarterly Report (Amendment) for Q2 Ended Jul 31, 2001

Filed April 19, 2002For Securities:TTWO

Summary

Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (TTWO) filed an amended 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 31, 2001. The report highlights significant financial restatements due to accounting reviews, impacting previously issued financial statements for fiscal years 2000 and 2001. The company experienced growth in net sales for the quarter, driven by both publishing and distribution segments, with particular strength in PC and PlayStation 2 titles. However, this growth was offset by increased cost of sales and operating expenses, leading to a net loss for the quarter. Key financial movements include an increase in cash and cash equivalents from operating activities, though overall liquidity remained tight with significant reliance on its line of credit. The company also reported an extraordinary loss related to the early extinguishment of debt. Investors should note the significant restatements and their impact on comparability, as well as the continued investment in product development alongside ongoing efforts to manage costs and improve profitability.

Key Highlights

  • 1Net sales increased by 23.0% to $81.3 million for the three months ended July 31, 2001, compared to the prior year period.
  • 2The company incurred a net loss of $0.7 million for the three months ended July 31, 2001, compared to a net income of $2.2 million in the prior year period.
  • 3Significant financial restatements were made to previously issued financial statements for fiscal years 2000 and 2001, affecting comparability.
  • 4Cash and cash equivalents increased to $15.3 million at July 31, 2001, up from $5.2 million at October 31, 2000, primarily due to strong operating cash flow.
  • 5The company reported an extraordinary loss of $1.9 million related to the early extinguishment of debt.
  • 6International sales decreased as a percentage of total net sales, reflecting a strategic shift towards expanding European publishing activities.

Frequently Asked Questions

The company restated its financial statements due to an investigation into the accounting treatment of certain transactions in fiscal years 2000 and 2001. This included issues with the recognition of net sales where products were later returned or repurchased, and adjustments to revenue recognition policies and other accounting practices.

Net sales showed an increase of 23.0% to $81.3 million for the three months ended July 31, 2001. This growth was driven by both publishing (up 20.6%) and distribution (up 26.5%) operations, with strong performance from PC and PlayStation 2 titles like 'Max Payne' and 'Rune: Viking Warlords'.

The company's cash and cash equivalents increased significantly to $15.3 million as of July 31, 2001, from $5.2 million at October 31, 2000. This improvement was driven by positive cash flow from operating activities. However, the company relies on its line of credit for financing needs.

The company reported an extraordinary loss of $1.9 million due to the early extinguishment of $15 million in subordinated debt. Additionally, a non-cash impairment charge of $20.8 million was recognized on investments in internet securities during the nine-month period.