10-QPeriod: Q2 FY2017

WESTERN DIGITAL CORP Quarterly Report for Q2 Ended Dec 30, 2016

Filed February 7, 2017For Securities:WDC

Summary

Western Digital Corporation (WDC) reported its financial results for the second quarter and first half of fiscal year 2017, ending December 30, 2016. The company saw a significant year-over-year increase in revenue, primarily driven by the inclusion of SanDisk's NAND flash products following the acquisition. Despite this revenue growth, net income for the quarter decreased slightly compared to the prior year period, while the first half of the year showed a net loss compared to a profit in the prior year. Total assets decreased from the prior fiscal year-end, largely due to a substantial reduction in cash and cash equivalents and a decrease in long-term debt. The company's balance sheet reflects the integration of SanDisk, with a notable increase in goodwill. WDC's cash flow from operations remained strong, but significant debt repayment activities led to a substantial decrease in cash and cash equivalents. Investors should monitor the company's debt levels and its progress in realizing synergies from the SanDisk acquisition.

Financial Highlights

57 data points
Beta

Revenue

$4.89B

31.4% Gross Margin

Net Income

$235.00M

4.8% Net Margin

EPS (Diluted)

$0.80

Total Assets

$28.98B

Cash & Equivalents

$4.94B

Free Cash Flow

$914.00M

Financial Statements
Beta
Revenue$4.89B
Cost of Revenue$3.35B
Gross Profit$1.53B
SG&A Expenses$358.00M
Operating Expenses$988.00M
Operating Income$545.00M
Interest Expense$205.00M
Net Income$235.00M
EPS (Basic)$0.82
EPS (Diluted)$0.80
Shares Outstanding (Basic)286.00M
Shares Outstanding (Diluted)294.00M

Key Highlights

  • 1Revenue increased by 47% year-over-year to $4.89 billion for the quarter, and by 44% to $9.60 billion for the first half, largely due to the SanDisk acquisition.
  • 2Net income for the quarter decreased by 6% to $235 million, while the first half of the year resulted in a net loss of $131 million compared to a net income of $534 million in the prior year.
  • 3Total assets decreased by approximately $3.9 billion from July 1, 2016, to $29.0 billion as of December 30, 2016.
  • 4Cash and cash equivalents significantly decreased from $8.15 billion to $4.94 billion, primarily due to debt repayment activities.
  • 5Total debt decreased from $17.5 billion to $13.3 billion.
  • 6Operating expenses increased by 51% for the quarter and 62% for the first half, largely due to expenses related to the SanDisk acquisition and integration.
  • 7The company reported strong cash flow from operations of $1.5 billion for the first half, but a substantial use of cash in financing activities ($4.4 billion) due to debt repayments.

Frequently Asked Questions

The primary driver of the significant revenue increase was the inclusion of NAND flash products from the acquisition of SanDisk, which closed in May 2016.

While cash and cash equivalents decreased substantially due to debt repayments, the company believes its current cash, cash equivalents, cash generated from operations, and available credit facilities are sufficient to meet its working capital, debt, dividend, and capital expenditure needs for at least the next twelve months.

The acquisition of SanDisk has led to a notable increase in goodwill and intangible assets on the balance sheet. It has also contributed to the overall increase in total assets, though this was offset by a decrease in cash and debt repayment.

The company has been actively managing its debt, including settling existing facilities and entering into new ones at potentially lower rates. They believe their current cash generation and credit facilities are sufficient, but the high level of debt could impact future financing options and operational flexibility.