- Fiscal 2007 net sales up 13% to $5.2 billion; organic net sales up 8%
- Reported diluted EPS $1.38, up one percent over fiscal 2006
- Comparable basis diluted EPS up 6% to $1.68
- Company updates fiscal 2008 guidance
FAIRPORT, N.Y., April 5 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ; ASX: CBR), a leading international producer and marketer of beverage alcohol, today reported record net sales of $5.2 billion for the fiscal year ended Feb. 28, 2007 ("fiscal 2007"). Net sales were up 13 percent over prior year, primarily due to the June 5, 2006, acquisition of Vincor International Inc. ("Vincor"), and from growth in the base business.
"While we had a solid year of organic net sales growth, our earnings performance was somewhat challenged by competitive conditions in the U.K. market. However, the Constellation Brands business remains fundamentally sound and we were able to achieve several long-term strategic goals throughout the year, including the acquisition and integration of Vincor, formation of the Crown Imports beer joint venture, initiation of the SVEDKA Vodka acquisition and refining the organizational and operational structure of our wine business," said Richard Sands, Constellation Brands chairman and chief executive officer. "To address the weakness experienced in the U.K., we are setting in motion initiatives to grow our business there in under-developed routes-to-market and channels while expanding our presence in other European markets. We are also taking steps to maximize operating efficiencies and achieve increased profitability in the U.K. We always take a long-term view and we are confident in our ability to capture growth opportunities and create value over the long term."
Fiscal 2007 Financial Highlights* (in millions, except per share data) Reported Change Comparable Change Operating income $699 5% $843 11% Equity in earnings of equity method investees** $50 $53 Earnings before interest and taxes $895 16% Operating margin 13.4% -110 bps 16.2% -30 bps EBIT margin 17.2% +50 bps Net income $332 2% $403 6% Diluted EPS $1.38 1% $1.68 6% Fiscal 2007 Net Sales Highlights* (in millions) _______Reported_______ _______Organic________ Constant Constant Net Currency Net Currency Sales Change Change Sales Change Change Consolidated $5,216 13 % 12 % $4,811 8 % 6 % Branded Business $4,129 14 % 13 % $3,749 7 % 7 % Branded Wine $2,756 22 % 21 % $2,376 5 % 4 % Imported Beers $1,044 0 % 0 % $1,044 15 % 15 % Spirits $329 1 % 1 % $329 1 % 1 % Wholesale/other $1,088 12 % 7 % $1,062 9 % 4 % * Definitions of reported, comparable, organic and constant currency, as well as reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures, are contained elsewhere in this news release. ** Hereafter referred to as "equity investment earnings." Fiscal 2007 Net Sales Commentary
Reported consolidated net sales growth of 13 percent reflects the benefits of the Vincor acquisition and solid organic growth of six percent on a constant currency basis, partially offset by the impact of reporting the Crown Imports joint venture under the equity method beginning Jan. 2, 2007. As a result of the formation of the joint venture, fiscal 2007 included 10 months of imported beers net sales versus 12 months for fiscal 2006.
Branded wine net sales growth reflects the addition of Vincor and a four percent increase in branded wine organic net sales on a constant currency basis. Strong organic growth of branded wine for North America was somewhat offset by a decrease for Europe.
Net sales of branded wine for North America increased 27 percent due to the Vincor acquisition and eight percent growth in the base business. "The U.S. and Canadian wine markets remain vibrant as we continue to see strong consumer trends for trading up to higher margin premium and high-end brands," stated Sands.
Constellation Wines U.S. efforts to reduce distributor inventory levels, and increase supply chain efficiencies, are progressing as planned and the company anticipates it will complete most of this initiative in the first half of fiscal 2008.
Branded wine net sales for Australia/New Zealand increased eight percent (10 percent on a constant currency basis), due to the Vincor acquisition and a flat base business (one percent increase on a constant currency basis).
Net sales of branded wine for Europe increased 11 percent (six percent on a constant currency basis) reflecting the addition of Vincor and a decrease of one percent in the base business (six percent decrease on a constant currency basis). The decrease in Europe was primarily for the U.K., reflecting the impact of the large retailers benefiting from a highly competitive environment, particularly given the availability of low-cost bulk Australian wine. The combination of these factors resulted in pricing pressures and made it difficult to recover additional costs including the annual U.K. duty increase.
There are indications that the Australian bulk wine market is firming. Ongoing drought and late spring frost in Australia could reduce the wine grape harvest by approximately 25 to 30 percent in 2007, based on company and certain industry estimates, versus the 2006 grape crush. The effects of ongoing drought conditions are also expected to reduce the size of the 2008 harvest.
However, the company believes the competitive situation in the U.K. is unlikely to improve in the near term. Constellation continues to focus on increasing its operating efficiencies and improving product mix. In addition, the company also plans to increase marketing support behind higher margin offerings in the U.K. in fiscal 2008.
Organic net sales for wholesale and other increased four percent on a constant currency basis, primarily from growth in the company's U.K. wholesale business.
Crown Imports LLC ("Crown Imports"), the joint venture formed by Constellation Brands and Grupo Modelo to import and market beer in the U.S., commenced operations on Jan. 2, 2007. Imported beers net sales were even with the prior year primarily resulting from Constellation Brands reporting Crown Imports under the equity method.
"Formation of Crown Imports is an exciting development for the Grupo Modelo Mexican beer brands, which include Corona Extra, Corona Light, Pacifico, Negra Modelo and Modelo Especial," said Sands. "This unrivaled Mexican beer portfolio is now being imported and marketed nationwide in the U.S. by a single enterprise for the first time since the brands were imported in 1978. The portfolio had robust growth in the past, and with a single organization focused on these brands we believe the growth prospects will both continue and potentially be accentuated."
The 15 percent increase in organic imported beers net sales was primarily due to volume growth for the Mexican beer portfolio.
"In addition to the Mexican portfolio performing well in fiscal 2007, St. Pauli Girl and Tsingtao experienced growth and we believe these important brands will benefit from being part of Crown Imports," stated Sands.
Total spirits net sales increased one percent for fiscal 2007. Investments behind the company's premium spirits brands helped drive a four percent increase in branded spirits, while contract production services decreased nine percent.
"Like wine, spirits trends continue to show consumers trading up to premium brands," explained Sands. "Because data points to the continuation of this trend, Constellation remains committed to increasing its participation in premium spirits. We've been moving in that direction with the addition of Effen Vodka, Meukow Cognac, Cocktails by Jenn and creation of Ridgemont Reserve 1792 bourbon. The acquisition of SVEDKA Vodka, with its 60 percent growth rate in 2006 to more than one million cases, provides scale and a marketing platform from which we look to leverage additional long-term premium spirits portfolio brand growth."
Fiscal 2007 Operating Income, Net Income, Diluted EPS Commentary
The company recognized $16.5 million of stock-based compensation expense ("stock compensation expense") for fiscal 2007 primarily related to the company's March 1, 2006, adoption of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123(R), "Share-Based Payment" ("SFAS 123(R)"). The recognition of stock compensation expense reduced operating income growth by approximately two percentage points on a reported and comparable basis. The company also recorded $3.6 million for transaction-related costs and its share of start-up expenses associated with building out the infrastructure in the eastern U.S. for Crown Imports. Operating income growth from the Vincor acquisition and base business was somewhat offset by the impact of reporting Crown Imports under the equity method.
Wines segment operating margin remained even with the prior year. This reflects synergies and mix improvement from the Vincor acquisition. The benefit of these factors was offset by the impact of competitive U.K. market conditions that have made it difficult for the company to pass along the annual duty increase and the effect of lower U.K. sales on fixed cost absorption, as well as stock compensation expense. Beers segment operating margin declined 110 basis points, primarily due to higher transportation costs, start-up expenses for Crown Imports and stock compensation expense. Increased material costs and stock compensation expense resulted in spirits margins decreasing 270 basis points.
Interest expense increased 42 percent to $268.7 million for fiscal 2007, primarily due to the financing of the Vincor acquisition and higher average interest rates. The growth in equity investment earnings was primarily due to the start-up of Crown Imports in January 2007. The reported effective tax rate for fiscal 2007 was 38.0 percent compared with 31.8 percent for fiscal 2006. The comparable basis effective tax rate was 35.6 percent for fiscal 2007 versus 34.6 percent for fiscal 2006.
Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2007 Financial Highlights* (in millions, except per share data) Reported Change Comparable Change Operating income $139 6% $161 -1% Equity in earnings of equity method investees** $39 $39 Earnings before interest and taxes $201 23% Operating margin 12.2% -30 bps 14.1% -140 bps EBIT margin 17.6% +210 bps Net income $70 21% $85 -2% Diluted EPS $0.29 21% $0.35 -3% Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2007 Net Sales Highlights* (in millions) ________Reported________ ________Organic_________ Constant Constant Net Currency Net Currency Sales Change Change Sales Change Change Consolidated $1,142 9 % 5 % $1,017 12 % 7 % Branded Business $869 6 % 4 % $751 10 % 8 % Branded Wine $706 31 % 28 % $588 9 % 7 % Imported Beers $90 -56 % -56 % $90 31 % 31 % Spirits $73 -3 % -3 % $73 -3 % -3 % Wholesale/other $273 20 % 7 % $266 16 % 4 % * Definitions of reported, comparable, organic and constant currency, as well as reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures, are contained elsewhere in this news release. Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2007 Net Sales Commentary
Branded wine net sales growth reflects the addition of Vincor and a seven percent increase in branded wine organic net sales on a constant currency basis.
Net sales of branded wine for North America increased 31 percent due to the Vincor acquisition and seven percent growth in the base business. Branded wine net sales for Australia/New Zealand increased 22 percent (18 percent on a constant currency basis), primarily due to Vincor and a six percent increase in the base business (three percent on a constant currency basis).
Net sales of branded wine for Europe increased 38 percent (25 percent on a constant currency basis) reflecting the addition of Vincor and an increase of 20 percent in the base business (seven percent on a constant currency basis). The increase in base business for Europe was primarily due to higher net sales of popular priced wine in mainland Europe. In addition, increased volume for the U.K. was more than offset by the impact of lower net selling prices due to the challenging competitive market environment.
Organic net sales for wholesale and other increased four percent on a constant currency basis, primarily from growth for the company's U.K. wholesale business.
Imported beers net sales decreased 56 percent as the company began reporting Crown Imports under the equity method of accounting in January 2007. As a result, fourth quarter fiscal 2007 included one month of imported beers net sales versus three months in the prior year quarter.
Total spirits net sales decreased three percent for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007, reflecting a two percent decrease in branded spirits, while contract production services decreased six percent.
Fourth Quarter Fiscal 2007 Operating Income, Net Income, Diluted EPS Commentary
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007, operating income was impacted from reporting Crown Imports under the equity method. For the quarter, the company recorded $1.1 million of costs primarily for its share of start-up and transition expenses related to Crown Imports. The company recognized $4.3 million of stock-based compensation expense for the quarter, including $1.8 million for accelerated vesting of stock options for certain employees who moved to Crown Imports.
Wines segment operating margin decreased 60 basis points, primarily reflecting the impact of the competitive U.K. market conditions, while higher material costs resulted in spirits margins decreasing 210 basis points.
Interest expense increased 57 percent to $74.4 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007 primarily due to the financing of the Vincor acquisition. The start-up of Crown Imports drove the increase in equity investment earnings. The reported effective tax rate for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007 was 32.3 percent compared with 25.9 percent for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2006. The comparable basis effective tax rate was 32.9 percent for fourth quarter of fiscal 2007 versus 24.8 percent for the prior year period. Summary
"While the U.K. and Australia challenges we faced in fiscal 2007 impacted our overall results, our branded wine business turned in a solid performance in the U.S. and Canada, as did our imported beers, spirits and wholesale businesses," said Sands. There were many good things that transpired in fiscal 2007, and we remain committed to achieving our long-term growth goals and increasing shareholder value. We're focused on where we need to go as a company, and believe we have the resources to reach our destination and navigate our way through the challenges we may encounter," concluded Sands. Outlook
The table below sets forth management's current diluted earnings per share expectations for fiscal year 2008 compared to fiscal year 2007 actual results, both on a reported basis and a comparable basis.
With respect to the table, reconciliations of reported information to comparable information are included in this news release.
Constellation Brands Fiscal Year 2008 Diluted Earnings Per Share Outlook Reported Basis Comparable Basis FY08 Estimate FY07 Actual FY08 Estimate FY07 Actual Fiscal Year Ending Feb. 29 Or Feb. 28 $1.21 - $1.31 $1.38 $1.30 - $1.40 $1.68
Full-year fiscal 2008 guidance includes the following assumptions, which exclude any impact from the previously announced $500 million share repurchase program:
-- Net sales: Low single-digit growth in organic net sales and low single- digit incremental benefit from the acquisitions of Vincor and SVEDKA. As a result of these increases, and the impact of reporting Crown Imports under the equity method, reported net sales are expected to decrease 13 - 15 percent. -- Interest expense: approximately $310 - $320 million -- Stock compensation expense: approximately $30 million -- Tax rate: approximately 38 percent -- Weighted average diluted shares outstanding: approximately 241 million -- Free cash flow: $170 - $190 million Conference Call
A conference call to discuss fiscal 2007 results and outlook for fiscal 2008 will be hosted by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Sands, President and Chief Operating Officer Rob Sands and Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Tom Summer on Thursday, April 5, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. (eastern). The conference call can be accessed by dialing +973-935-8505 beginning 10 minutes prior to the start of the call. A live listen-only webcast of the conference call, together with a copy of this news release (including the attachments) and other financial information that may be discussed in the call will be available on the Internet at Constellation's Web site: www.cbrands.com under "Investors," prior to the call.
Explanations
Reported basis ("reported") operating income, equity in earnings of equity method investees, net income and diluted earnings per share are as reported under generally accepted accounting principles. Operating income, equity in earnings of equity method investees, net income and diluted earnings per share on a comparable basis ("comparable"), exclude acquisition-related integration costs, restructuring and related charges and unusual items. The company's measure of segment profitability excludes acquisition-related integration costs, restructuring and related charges and unusual items, which is consistent with the measure used by management to evaluate results.
The company discusses additional non-GAAP measures in this news release, including constant currency net sales, organic net sales, comparable basis EBIT and free cash flow.
Tables reconciling non-GAAP measures, together with definitions of these measures and the reasons management uses these measures, are included in this news release.
About Constellation Brands
Constellation Brands, Inc. is a leading international producer and marketer of beverage alcohol brands with a broad portfolio across the wine, spirits and imported beer categories. Well-known brands in Constellation's portfolio include: Almaden, Arbor Mist, Vendange, Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi, Hardys, Goundrey, Nobilo, Kim Crawford, Alice White, Ruffino, Kumala, Robert Mondavi Private Selection, Rex Goliath, Toasted Head, Blackstone, Ravenswood, Estancia, Franciscan Oakville Estate, Inniskillin, Jackson-Triggs, Simi, Robert Mondavi Winery, Stowells, Blackthorn, Black Velvet, Mr. Boston, Fleischmann's, Paul Masson Grande Amber Brandy, Chi-Chi's, 99 Schnapps, Ridgemont Reserve 1792 and the Effen and SVEDKA vodka lines. Constellation Brands, through Crown Imports LLC, imports and markets Corona Extra, Corona Light, Pacifico, Modelo Especial, Negra Modelo, St. Pauli Girl and Tsingtao beers. For additional information about Constellation Brands, as well as its product portfolio, visit the company's Web site at www.cbrands.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
The statements made under the heading Outlook, as well as all other statements set forth in this news release which are not historical facts are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by the forward-looking statements.
During the current quarter, Constellation may reiterate the estimates set forth above under the heading Outlook and elsewhere in this news release (collectively, the "Projections"). Prior to the start of the company's quiet period, which will begin at the close of business on May 17, 2007, the public can continue to rely on the Projections as still being Constellation's current expectations on the matters covered, unless Constellation publishes a notice stating otherwise.
Commencing at the close of business on May 17, 2007, Constellation will observe a "quiet period" during which the Projections should not be considered to constitute the company's expectations. During the quiet period, the Projections should be considered to be historical, speaking as of prior to the quiet period only and not subject to update by the company.
The company's forward-looking statements are based on management's current expectations and, unless otherwise noted, do not take into account the impact of any future acquisition, merger or any other business combination, divestiture, restructuring or other strategic business realignments, or financing that may be completed after the date of this release. Any projections of future results of operations, and in particular, (i) the company's estimated diluted earnings per share on a reported basis for fiscal 2008, and (ii) the company's estimated diluted earnings per share on a comparable basis for fiscal 2008, should not be construed in any manner as a guarantee that such results will in fact occur. In addition to the risks and uncertainties of ordinary business operations, the forward-looking statements of the company contained in this news release are also subject to the following risks and uncertainties: factors relating to Constellation's ability to integrate Vincor's business, and the SVEDKA Vodka business, successfully and realize expected synergies associated with the Vincor acquisition; the continued strength of Vincor's relationships, and relationships of the SVEDKA Vodka business, with their respective employees, suppliers and customers; the accuracy of the bases for forecasts relating to Vincor's business and the SVEDKA Vodka business; final management determinations and independent appraisals may vary materially from current management estimates of the fair value of assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the Vincor acquisition and in the SVEDKA Vodka business acquisition; the company's restructuring and related charges, acquisition-related integration costs and purchase accounting adjustments associated with the Vincor integration plan (announced in July 2006) and the company's restructuring and related charges associated with the Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan (announced in August 2006) and its global wine restructuring plan announced in February 2006 may vary materially from management's current estimates of these charges, costs and adjustments due to variations in one or more of anticipated headcount reductions, contract terminations, or costs of implementation of these plans; the company achieving all of the expected cost savings from its Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan, from its Vincor integration plan and from its global wine restructuring plan due to, with respect to any or all of these plans, lower than anticipated reductions in headcount or other expenses, or a delay or greater than anticipated costs in their implementation; the company may realize lower than expected proceeds from sale of assets identified for sale under the Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan and consequently incurs a greater than expected loss on the sale of such assets; the company achieving certain sales projections and meeting certain cost targets; wholesalers and retailers may give higher priority to products of the company's competitors; raw material supply, production or shipment difficulties could adversely affect the company's ability to supply its customers; increased competitive activities in the form of pricing, advertising and promotions could adversely impact consumer demand for the company's products and/or result in higher than expected selling, general and administrative expenses; a general decline in alcohol consumption; increases in excise and other taxes on beverage alcohol products; governmental bodies may increase tax rates; proportionately, the company's taxable income may be higher than expected in jurisdictions with higher tax rates; and changes in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates. In addition, on Jan. 2, 2007, the company formed a joint venture with Grupo Modelo for the purpose of importing and marketing Modelo's Mexican beer portfolio into the United States and Guam. Risks and uncertainties associated with this joint venture include, among others, the joint venture's ability to operate the business successfully, the joint venture's ability to develop appropriate standards, controls, procedures and policies for the growth and management of the joint venture and the strength of the joint venture's relationships with its employees, suppliers and customers.
For additional information about risks and uncertainties that could adversely affect Constellation's forward-looking statements, please refer to Constellation's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended Feb. 28, 2006, and Constellation's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended Nov. 30, 2006, which contain a discussion of additional factors that may affect Constellation's business. The factors discussed in these reports could cause actual future performance to differ from current expectations.
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions)
February 28, February 28,
2007 2006
Assets
Current Assets:
Cash and cash investments $33.5 $10.9
Accounts receivable, net 881.0 771.9
Inventories 1,948.1 1,704.4
Prepaid expenses and other 160.7 213.7
Total current assets 3,023.3 2,700.9
Property, plant and equipment, net 1,750.2 1,425.3
Goodwill 3,083.9 2,193.6
Intangible assets, net 1,135.4 883.9
Other assets, net 445.4 196.9
Total assets $9,438.2 $7,400.6
Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
Current Liabilities:
Notes payable to banks $153.3 $79.9
Current maturities of long-term debt 317.3 214.1
Accounts payable 376.1 312.8
Accrued excise taxes 73.7 76.7
Other accrued expenses and
liabilities 670.7 614.6
Total current liabilities 1,591.1 1,298.1
Long-term debt, less current
maturities 3,714.9 2,515.8
Deferred income taxes 474.1 371.2
Other liabilities 240.6 240.3
Total liabilities 6,020.7 4,425.4
Total stockholders' equity 3,417.5 2,975.2
Total liabilities and stockholders'
equity $9,438.2 $7,400.6
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(in millions, except per share data)
Three Months Ended Year Ended
February February February February
28, 2007 28, 2006 28, 2007 28, 2006
Sales $1,422.5 $1,304.1 $6,401.8 $5,707.0
Excise taxes (280.3) (256.2) (1,185.4) (1,103.5)
Net sales 1,142.2 1,047.9 5,216.4 4,603.5
Cost of product sold (796.9) (761.5) (3,692.5) (3,278.9)
Gross profit 345.3 286.4 1,523.9 1,324.6
Selling, general and
administrative expenses (194.0) (133.9) (768.8) (612.4)
Restructuring and related charges (6.4) (20.9) (32.5) (29.3)
Acquisition-related integration
costs (6.0) (0.9) (23.6) (16.8)
Operating income 138.9 130.7 699.0 666.1
Equity in earnings (loss) of
equity method investees 39.2 (4.9) 49.9 0.8
Gain on change in fair value of
derivative instrument - - 55.1 -
Interest expense, net (74.4) (47.3) (268.7) (189.6)
Income before income taxes 103.7 78.5 535.3 477.3
Provision for income taxes (33.5) (20.3) (203.4) (152.0)
Net income 70.2 58.2 331.9 325.3
Dividends on preferred stock - (2.4) (4.9) (9.8)
Income available to common
stockholders $70.2 $55.8 $327.0 $315.5
Earnings Per Common Share:
Basic - Class A Common Stock $0.30 $0.25 $1.44 $1.44
Basic - Class B Common Stock $0.27 $0.23 $1.31 $1.31
Diluted - Class A Common Stock $0.29 $0.24 $1.38 $1.36
Diluted - Class B Common Stock $0.27 $0.22 $1.27 $1.25
Weighted Average Common Shares
Outstanding:
Basic - Class A Common Stock 210.624 198.357 204.966 196.907
Basic - Class B Common Stock 23.828 23.867 23.840 23.904
Diluted - Class A Common Stock 239.566 239.568 239.772 238.707
Diluted - Class B Common Stock 23.828 23.867 23.840 23.904
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in millions)
Year Ended
February 28, February 28,
2007 2006
Cash Flows From Operating Activities
Net income $331.9 $325.3
Adjustments to reconcile net income
to net cash provided by
operating activities:
Depreciation of property, plant and
equipment 131.7 119.9
Deferred tax provision 52.7 30.1
Loss on disposal of business 16.9 -
Stock-based compensation expense 16.5 7.5
Loss on disposal or impairment of
long-lived assets, net 12.5 2.2
Non-cash portion of loss on
extinguishment of debt 11.8 -
Amortization of intangible and other
assets 7.6 8.2
Gain on change in fair value of
derivative instrument (55.1) -
Equity in earnings of equity method
investees (49.9) (0.8)
Proceeds from early termination of
derivative instruments - 48.8
Change in operating assets and
liabilities, net of effects
from purchases and sales of
businesses:
Accounts receivable, net (6.3) 44.2
Inventories (85.1) (121.9)
Prepaid expenses and other current
assets 44.3 7.2
Accounts payable 34.3 (1.2)
Accrued excise taxes 1.0 4.0
Other accrued expenses and
liabilities (157.2) (35.1)
Other, net 5.6 (2.4)
Total adjustments (18.7) 110.7
Net cash provided by operating
activities 313.2 436.0
Cash Flows From Investing Activities
Purchase of business, net of cash
acquired (1,093.7) (45.9)
Purchases of property, plant and
equipment (192.0) (132.5)
Payment of accrued earn-out amount (3.6) (3.1)
Proceeds from maturity of derivative
instrument 55.1 -
Proceeds from sales of businesses 28.4 17.9
Proceeds from sales of assets 9.8 119.7
Proceeds from sales of equity method
investment - 35.9
Investment in equity method investee - (2.7)
Other investing activities (1.1) (4.9)
Net cash (used in) provided by
investing activities (1,197.1) (15.6)
Cash Flows From Financing Activities
Proceeds from issuance of long-term
debt 3,705.4 9.6
Exercise of employee stock options 63.4 31.5
Net proceeds from notes payable 47.1 63.8
Excess tax benefits from stock-based
payment awards 21.4 -
Proceeds from employee stock
purchases 5.9 6.3
Principal payments of long-term debt (2,786.9) (527.6)
Purchases of treasury stock (100.0) -
Payment of financing costs of long-
term debt (23.8) -
Payment of preferred stock dividends (7.3) (9.8)
Net cash provided by (used in)
financing activities 925.2 (426.2)
Effect of exchange rate changes on
cash and cash investments (18.7) (0.9)
Net increase in cash and cash
equivalents 22.6 (6.7)
Cash and cash investments, beginning
of period 10.9 17.6
Cash and cash investments, end of
period $33.5 $10.9
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SEGMENT INFORMATION
(in millions)
Three Months Ended
February 28, February 28, Percent
2007 2006 Change
Segment Net Sales and Operating
Income
Constellation Wines
Branded wine net sales $706.1 $538.8 31%
Wholesale and other net sales 273.3 228.1 20%
Segment net sales $979.4 $766.9 28%
Operating income $155.6 $126.4 23%
% Net sales 15.9% 16.5%
Constellation Beers
Segment net sales $90.1 $206.1 (56%)
Operating income $8.9 $40.6 (78%)
% Net sales 9.9% 19.7%
Constellation Spirits
Segment net sales $72.7 $74.9 (3%)
Operating income $13.0 $15.0 (13%)
% Net sales 17.9% 20.0%
Crown Imports
Segment net sales $368.8 $- N/A
Operating income $78.4 $- N/A
% Net sales 21.3% N/A
Consolidation and Eliminations
Segment net sales $(368.8) $- N/A
Operating income $(78.4) $- N/A
Equity in earnings of Crown
Imports $38.9 $- N/A
Corporate Operations and Other
Consolidated net sales $1,142.2 $1,047.9 9%
Operating income $(16.1) $(19.1) (16%)
% Net sales 1.4% 1.8%
Year Ended
February 28, February 28, Percent
2007 2006 Change
Segment Net Sales and Operating
Income
Constellation Wines
Branded wine net sales $2,755.7 $2,263.4 22%
Wholesale and other net sales 1,087.7 972.0 12%
Segment net sales $3,843.4 $3,235.4 19%
Operating income $629.9 $530.5 19%
% Net sales 16.4% 16.4%
Constellation Beers
Segment net sales $1,043.6 $1,043.5 0%
Operating income $208.1 $219.1 (5%)
% Net sales 19.9% 21.0%
Constellation Spirits
Segment net sales $329.4 $324.6 1%
Operating income $65.5 $73.4 (11%)
% Net sales 19.9% 22.6%
Crown Imports
Segment net sales $368.8 $- N/A
Operating income $78.4 $- N/A
% Net sales 21.3% N/A
Consolidation and Eliminations
Segment net sales $(368.8) $- N/A
Operating income $(78.4) $- N/A
Equity in earnings of Crown
Imports $38.9 $- N/A
Corporate Operations and Other
Consolidated net sales $5,216.4 $4,603.5 13%
Operating income $(60.9) $(63.0) (3%)
% Net sales 1.2% 1.4%
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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
(in millions)
Constant
Three Months Ended Currency
Feb. 28 Feb. 28 Percent Currency Percent
2007 2006 Change Impact Change (3)
Geographic Net Sales (1)(2)
North America $673.0 $671.2 - - -
Branded wine $501.4 $382.7 31% - 31%
Imported beers $90.1 $206.1 (56%) - (56%)
Spirits $72.7 $74.9 (3%) - (3%)
Wholesale and other $8.8 $7.5 17% - 17%
Europe $385.8 $308.9 25% 13% 12%
Branded wine $125.8 $91.4 38% 13% 25%
Wholesale and other $260.0 $217.5 20% 13% 6%
Australia/New Zealand $83.4 $67.8 23% 4% 19%
Branded wine $78.9 $64.7 22% 4% 18%
Wholesale and other $4.5 $3.1 45% 10% 35%
Constant
Year Ended Currency
Feb. 28 Feb. 28 Percent Currency Percent
2007 2006 Change Impact Change (3)
Geographic Net Sales (1)(2)
North America $3,346.9 $2,912.4 15% - 15%
Branded wine $1,933.2 $1,516.6 27% - 27%
Imported beers $1,043.6 $1,043.5 - - -
Spirits $329.4 $324.6 1% - 1%
Wholesale and other $40.7 $27.7 47% - 47%
Europe $1,518.8 $1,372.0 11% 5% 6%
Branded wine $495.7 $445.3 11% 5% 6%
Wholesale and other $1,023.1 $926.7 10% 5% 5%
Australia/New Zealand $350.7 $319.1 10% (1%) 11%
Branded wine $326.8 $301.5 8% (1%) 10%
Wholesale and other $23.9 $17.6 36% (1%) 37%
(1) Refer to discussion under "Reconciliation of Reported, Organic and
Constant Currency Net Sales" on following page for definition of
constant currency net sales and reasons for use.
(2) Net sales are attributed to countries based on the location of the
selling company.
(3) May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently.
Constellation Brands, Inc. and Subsidiaries
RECONCILIATION OF REPORTED, ORGANIC AND CONSTANT CURRENCY NET SALES
(in millions)
As the Company acquired Vincor on June 5, 2006, and formed its imported
beer joint venture on January 2, 2007, organic net sales for the
respective periods are defined by the Company as reported net sales less
net sales of Vincor products or net sales of imported beers, as
appropriate. Organic net sales and percentage increase (decrease) in
constant currency net sales (which excludes the impact of year over year
currency exchange rate fluctuations) are provided because management uses
this information in monitoring and evaluating the underlying business
trends of the continuing operations of the company. In addition, the
company believes this information provides investors better insight on
underlying business trends and results in order to evaluate year over year
financial performance.
Constant
Three Months Ended Currency
Feb. 28 Feb. 28 Percent Currency Percent
2007 2006 Change Impact Change (1)
Consolidated Net Sales
Branded wine $706.1 $538.8 31% 3% 28%
Wholesale and other 273.3 228.1 20% 13% 7%
Imported beers 90.1 206.1 (56%) - (56%)
Spirits 72.7 74.9 (3%) - (3%)
Consolidated reported
net sales 1,142.2 1,047.9 9% 4% 5%
Less: Vincor (2) (125.5) -
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Consolidated organic
net sales $1,016.7 $910.7 12% 5% 7%
Branded Business Net Sales (4)
Branded wine $706.1 $538.8 31% 3% 28%
Imported beers 90.1 206.1 (56%) - (56%)
Spirits 72.7 74.9 (3%) - (3%)
Branded business reported
net sales 868.9 819.8 6% 2% 4%
Less: Vincor (2) (117.8) -
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Branded business organic
net sales $751.1 $682.6 10% 2% 8%
Branded Wine Net Sales
Branded wine reported net
sales $706.1 $538.8 31% 3% 28%
Less: Vincor (2) (117.8) -
Branded wine organic net
sales $588.3 $538.8 9% 3% 7%
Imported Beers Net Sales
Imported beers reported
net sales $90.1 $206.1 (56%) - (56%)
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Imported beers organic
net sales $90.1 $68.9 31% - 31%
Wholesale and Other Net Sales
Wholesale and other
reported net sales $273.3 $228.1 20% 13% 7%
Less: Vincor (2) (7.7) -
Wholesale and other
organic net sales $265.6 $228.1 16% 13% 4%
Constant
Year Ended Currency
Feb. 28 Feb. 28 Percent Currency Percent
2007 2006 Change Impact Change (1)
Consolidated Net Sales
Branded wine $2,755.7 $2,263.4 22% 1% 21%
Wholesale and other 1,087.7 972.0 12% 5% 7%
Imported beers 1,043.6 1,043.5 - - -
Spirits 329.4 324.6 1% - 1%
Consolidated reported
net sales 5,216.4 4,603.5 13% 1% 12%
Less: Vincor (2) (405.8) -
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Consolidated organic
net sales $4,810.6 $4,466.3 8% 1% 6%
Branded Business Net Sales (4)
Branded wine $2,755.7 $2,263.4 22% 1% 21%
Imported beers 1,043.6 1,043.5 - - -
Spirits 329.4 324.6 1% - 1%
Branded business reported
net sales 4,128.7 3,631.5 14% - 13%
Less: Vincor (2) (379.9) -
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Branded business organic
net sales $3,748.8 $3,494.3 7% 1% 7%
Branded Wine Net Sales
Branded wine reported
net sales $2,755.7 $2,263.4 22% 1% 21%
Less: Vincor (2) (379.9) -
Branded wine organic
net sales $2,375.8 $2,263.4 5% 1% 4%
Imported Beers Net Sales
Imported beers reported
net sales $1,043.6 $1,043.5 - - -
Less: Imported beers (3) - (137.2)
Imported beers organic
net sales $1,043.6 $906.3 15% - 15%
Wholesale and Other Net Sales
Wholesale and other
reported net sales $1,087.7 $972.0 12% 5% 7%
Less: Vincor (2) (25.9) -
Wholesale and other
organic net sales $1,061.8 $972.0 9% 5% 4%
(1) May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently.
(2) For the period December 1, 2006, through February 28, 2007, and June
5, 2006, through February 28, 2007, included in the three months ended
February 28, 2007, and the year ended February 28, 2007, respectively.
(3) For the period January 2, 2006, through February 28, 2006, included in
both the three months ended February 28, 2006, and the year ended
February 28, 2006.
(4) Branded business net sales includes the branded wine, imported beers
and spirits product categories and excludes the wholesale and other
product category.
Constellation Brands, Inc. and Subsidiaries
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(in millions, except per share data)
The company reports its financial results in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles in the U.S. ("GAAP"). However, non-GAAP
financial measures, as defined in the reconciliations below, are provided
because management uses this information in evaluating the results of the
continuing operations of the company and/or internal goal setting. In
addition, the company believes this information provides investors better
insight on underlying business trends and results in order to evaluate
year over year financial performance. See the tables below for
supplemental financial data and corresponding reconciliations of these
non-GAAP financial measures to GAAP financial measures for the three
months and years ended February 28, 2007, and February 28, 2006. Non-GAAP
financial measures should be viewed in addition to, and not as an
alternative for, the company's reported results prepared in accordance
with GAAP. Please refer to the company's Web site at
http://www.cbrands.com/CBI/investors.htm for more detailed description and
further discussion of these non-GAAP financial measures.
Three Months Ended February 28, 2007
Items Affecting Comparability
Compar-
Mondavi Strategic able
Reported Adverse Inven- Business Basis
Basis Grape tory Realign- (Non-
(GAAP) Cost Step-up ment(1) Other(2) GAAP)
Net Sales $1,142.2 $1,142.2
Cost of product sold (796.9) 0.1 5.9 2.5 (788.4)
Gross Profit 345.3 0.1 5.9 2.5 - 353.8
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses (194.0) 1.5 0.1 (192.4)
Restructuring and
related charges (6.4) 6.4 -
Acquisition-related
integration costs (6.0) 6.0 -
Operating Income 138.9 0.1 5.9 16.4 0.1 161.4
Equity in earnings
(loss) of equity
method investees 39.2 0.1 39.3
EBIT 200.7
Gain on change in
fair value of
derivative instrument - -
Interest expense, net (74.4) (74.4)
Income Before Income
Taxes 103.7 0.1 6.0 16.4 0.1 126.3
Provision for income
taxes (33.5) (0.1) (2.1) (5.7) (0.1) (41.5)
Net Income $70.2 $- $3.9 $10.7 $0.0 $84.8
Diluted Earnings Per
Common Share(3) $0.29 $- $0.02 $0.04 $- $0.35
Weighted Average
Common Shares
Outstanding -
Diluted 239.566 239.566 239.566 239.566 239.566 239.566
Gross Margin 30.2% 31.0%
Operating Margin 12.2% 14.1%
EBIT Margin 17.6%
Effective Tax Rate 32.3% 32.9%
Three Months Ended February 28, 2006
Items Affecting Comparability
Compar-
Mondavi Strategic able
Reported Adverse Inven- Business Basis
Basis Grape tory Realign- (Non-
(GAAP) Cost Step-up ment(1) Other GAAP)
Net Sales $1,047.9 $1,047.9
Cost of product sold (761.5) 2.8 1.3 6.2 (751.2)
Gross Profit 286.4 2.8 1.3 6.2 - 296.7
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses (133.9) 0.1 (133.8)
Restructuring and
related charges (20.9) 20.9 -
Acquisition-related
integration costs (0.9) 0.9 -
Operating Income 130.7 2.8 1.3 28.1 - 162.9
Equity in earnings
(loss) of equity
method investees (4.9) 4.9 -
EBIT 162.9
Gain on change in
fair value of
derivative instrument - -
Interest expense, net (47.3) (47.3)
Income Before Income
Taxes 78.5 2.8 6.2 28.1 - 115.6
Provision for income
taxes (20.3) (0.7) (0.4) (7.3) - (28.7)
Net Income $58.2 $2.1 $5.8 $20.8 $- $86.9
Diluted Earnings
Per Common Share(3) $0.24 $0.01 $0.02 $0.09 $- $0.36
Weighted Average
Common Shares
Outstanding -
Diluted 239.568 239.568 239.568 239.568 239.568 239.568
Gross Margin 27.3% 28.3%
Operating Margin 12.5% 15.5%
EBIT Margin 15.5%
Effective Tax Rate 25.9% 24.8%
Percent Change - Percent Change -
Reported Comparable
Basis (GAAP) Basis (Non-GAAP)
Net Sales 9% 9%
Cost of product sold 5% 5%
Gross Profit 21% 19%
Selling, general and administrative expenses 45% 44%
Restructuring and related charges (69%) N/A
Acquisition-related integration costs 567% N/A
Operating Income 6% (1%)
Equity in earnings (loss) of equity method
investees (900%) N/A
EBIT N/A 23%
Gain on change in fair value of derivative
instrument N/A N/A
Interest expense, net 57% 57%
Income Before Income Taxes 32% 9%
Provision for income taxes 65% 45%
Net Income 21% (2%)
Diluted Earnings Per Common Share(3) 21% (3%)
Weighted Average Common Shares
Outstanding - Diluted
Gross Margin
Operating Margin
EBIT Margin
Effective Tax Rate
(1) For the three months ended February 28, 2007, strategic business
realignment items include costs recognized by the company in
connection with (i) its plan to invest in new distribution and
bottling facilities in the U.K. and to streamline certain Australian
wine operations (collectively, the "Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan") of $5.4
million, net of a tax benefit of $2.6 million, (ii) the restructuring
and integration of the operations of Vincor International Inc. (the
"Vincor Plan") of $4.7 million, net of a tax benefit of $2.7 million,
(iii) its worldwide wine reorganization, including its program to
consolidate certain west coast production processes in the U.S.
(collectively, the "Fiscal 2006 Plan") of $0.5 million, net of a tax
benefit of $0.3 million, and (iv) its restructuring and integration
of the operations of the Robert Mondavi Corporation (the "Robert
Mondavi Plan") of $0.1 million, net of a tax benefit of $0.1 million.
For the three months ended February 28, 2006, strategic business
realignment items include costs recognized by the company primarily in
connection with the Fiscal 2006 Plan.
(2) For the three months ended February 28, 2007, other consists of the
write-off of deferred financing fees in connection with the company's
amendment of its senior credit facility.
(3) May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently.
Constellation Brands, Inc. and Subsidiaries
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (continued)
(in millions, except per share data)
Year Ended February 28, 2007
Items Affecting Comparability
Compar-
Mondavi Strategic able
Reported Adverse Inven- Business Basis
Basis Grape tory Realign- (Non-
(GAAP) Cost Step-up ment(1) Other(2) GAAP)
Net Sales $5,216.4 $5,216.4
Cost of product
sold (3,692.5) 3.1 30.2 7.2 (3,652.0)
Gross Profit 1,523.9 3.1 30.2 7.2 - 1,564.4
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses (768.8) 29.7 17.3 (721.8)
Restructuring and
related charges (32.5) 32.5 -
Acquisition-related
integration costs (23.6) 23.6 -
Operating Income 699.0 3.1 30.2 93.0 17.3 842.6
Equity in earnings
(loss) of equity
method investees 49.9 2.8 52.7
EBIT 895.3
Gain on change in
fair value of
derivative
instrument 55.1 (55.1) -
Interest expense,
net (268.7) (268.7)
Income Before
Income Taxes 535.3 3.1 33.0 93.0 (37.8) 626.6
Provision for
income taxes (203.4) (1.1) (11.8) (20.5) 13.5 (223.3)
Net Income $331.9 $2.0 $21.2 $72.5 $(24.3) $403.3
Diluted Earnings
Per Common Share(3) $1.38 $0.01 $0.09 $0.30 $(0.10) $1.68
Weighted Average
Common Shares
Outstanding -
Diluted 239.772 239.772 239.772 239.772 239.772 239.772
Gross Margin 29.2% 30.0%
Operating Margin 13.4% 16.2%
EBIT Margin 17.2%
Effective Tax Rate 38.0% 35.6%
Year Ended February 28, 2006
Items Affecting Comparability
Compar-
Mondavi Strategic able
Reported Adverse Inven- Business Basis
Basis Grape tory Realign- (Non-
(GAAP) Cost Step-up ment(1) Other(2) GAAP)
Net Sales $4,603.5 $4,603.5
Cost of product
sold (3,278.9) 23.0 7.9 13.4 (3,234.6)
Gross Profit 1,324.6 23.0 7.9 13.4 - 1,368.9
Selling, general
and administrative
expenses (612.4) 0.1 3.4 (608.9)
Restructuring and
related charges (29.3) 29.3 -
Acquisition-related
integration costs (16.8) 16.8 -
Operating Income 666.1 23.0 7.9 59.6 3.4 760.0
Equity in earnings
(loss) of equity
method investees 0.8 9.7 10.5
EBIT 770.5
Gain on change in
fair value of
derivative
instrument - -
Interest expense,
net (189.6) (189.6)
Income Before
Income Taxes 477.3 23.0 17.6 59.6 3.4 580.9
Provision for
income taxes (152.0) (8.4) (4.1) (19.2) (17.4) (201.1)
Net Income $325.3 $14.6 $13.5 $40.4 $(14.0) $379.8
Diluted Earnings
Per Common Share(3) $1.36 $0.06 $0.06 $0.17 $(0.06) $1.59
Weighted Average
Common Shares
Outstanding -
Diluted 238.707 238.707 238.707 238.707 238.707 238.707
Gross Margin 28.8% 29.7%
Operating Margin 14.5% 16.5%
EBIT Margin 16.7%
Effective Tax Rate 31.8% 34.6%
Percent Change - Percent Change -
Reported Comparable
Basis (GAAP) Basis (Non-GAAP)
Net Sales 13% 13%
Cost of product sold 13% 13%
Gross Profit 15% 14%
Selling, general and administrative expenses 26% 19%
Restructuring and related charges 11% N/A
Acquisition-related integration costs 40% N/A
Operating Income 5% 11%
Equity in earnings (loss) of equity
method investees 6,138% 402%
EBIT N/A 16%
Gain on change in fair value of derivative
instrument N/A N/A
Interest expense, net 42% 42%
Income Before Income Taxes 12% 8%
Provision for income taxes 34% 11%
Net Income 2% 6%
Diluted Earnings Per Common Share(3) 1% 6%
Weighted Average Common Shares
Outstanding - Diluted
Gross Margin
Operating Margin
EBIT Margin
Effective Tax Rate
(1) For the year ended February 28, 2007, strategic business realignment
items consist primarily of costs recognized by the company in
connection with (i) the Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan of $31.8 million, net
of a tax benefit of $10.4 million, (ii) the Vincor Plan of $16.3
million, net of a tax benefit of $9.4 million, (iii) the Fiscal 2006
Plan of $6.7 million, net of a tax benefit of $3.8 million, (iv) the
Robert Mondavi Plan of $0.7 million, net of a tax benefit of $0.4
million, (v) its further realignment of business operations and its
decision to exit the commodity concentrate product line in the U.S.,
both announced during fiscal 2004 (the "Fiscal 2004 Plan") of $0.1
million, net of a tax benefit of $0.0 million, and (vi) the loss on
the sale of the company's branded bottled water business of $16.9
million, including $3.5 million additional tax expense. For the year
ended February 28, 2006, strategic business realignment items include
costs recognized by the company primarily in connection with the
Robert Mondavi Plan and the Fiscal 2006 Plan.
(2) For the year ended February 28, 2007, other includes (i) a gain of
$35.1 million, net of tax expense of $20.0 million, on the mark-to-
market adjustment of the foreign currency forward contract entered
into by the company in connection with the acquisition of Vincor to
fix the U.S. dollar cost of the acquisition and payment of certain
outstanding indebtedness, (ii) the write-off of deferred financing
fees of $7.4 million, net of a tax benefit of $4.5 million, in
connection with the company's repayment of its prior senior credit
facility and amendment of its senior credit facility, and (iii)
foreign currency losses of $3.4 million, net of a tax benefit of $2.0
million, on foreign denominated intercompany loan balances associated
with the acquisition of Vincor International Inc. ("Vincor"). For the
year ended February 28, 2006, other consists of (i) costs associated
with professional service fees incurred for due diligence in
connection with the company's evaluation of a potential offer for
Allied Domecq of $2.2 million, net of a tax benefit of $1.2 million,
and (ii) a non-cash reduction in the company's provision for income
taxes of $16.2 million as a result of adjustments to income tax
accruals in connection with the completion of various income tax
examinations.
(3) May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently.
Constellation Brands, Inc. and Subsidiaries
GUIDANCE - DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE AND FREE CASH FLOW
RECONCILIATIONS OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (continued)
(in millions, except per share data)
Range for the Year
Ending February 29, 2008
Diluted Earnings Per Share Guidance
Forecasted diluted earnings per share
- reported basis (GAAP) $1.21 $1.31
Inventory step-up 0.03 0.03
Strategic business realignment(1) 0.06 0.06
Forecasted diluted earnings per share
- comparable basis (Non-GAAP)(3) $1.30 $1.40
Actual for the Year Ended
February 28, 2007
Diluted earnings per share - reported
basis (GAAP) $1.38
Mondavi Adverse Grape Cost 0.01
Inventory step-up 0.09
Strategic business realignment(1) 0.30
Other(2) (0.10)
Diluted earnings per share -
comparable basis (Non-GAAP)(3) $1.68
(1) Includes $0.03, $0.02 and $0.01 diluted earnings per share for the
year ending February 28, 2008, associated with the company's Vincor
Plan, Fiscal 2007 Wine Plan and Fiscal 2006 Plan, respectively.
Includes $0.13, $0.07 and $0.03 diluted earnings per share for the
year ending February 28, 2007, associated with the company's Fiscal
2007 Wine Plan, Vincor Plan and Fiscal 2006 Plan, respectively, and
$0.07 diluted earnings per share associated with the loss on the sale
of the company's branded bottled water business for the year ending
February 28, 2007.(3)
(2) Includes ($0.15), $0.03 and $0.01 diluted earnings per share for the
year ending February 28, 2007, associated with the gain on the mark-
to-market adjustment of the foreign currency forward contract entered
into by the company in connection with the acquisition of Vincor to
fix the U.S. dollar cost of the acquisition and payment of certain
outstanding indebtedness, the write-off of deferred financing fees in
connection with the company's repayment of its prior senior credit
facility, and foreign currency losses on foreign denominated
intercompany loan balances associated with the acquisition of Vincor,
respectively.(3)
(3) May not sum due to rounding as each item is computed independently.
Free Cash Flow Guidance
Free cash flow, as defined in the reconciliation below, is considered a
liquidity measure and is considered to provide useful information to
investors about the amount of cash generated, which can then be used,
after required debt service and dividend payments, for other general
corporate purposes. A limitation of free cash flow is that it does not
represent the total increase or decrease in the cash balance for the
period. Free cash flow should be considered in addition to, not as a
substitute for, or superior to, cash flow from operating activities
prepared in accordance with GAAP.
Range for the Year
Ending February
28, 2008
Net cash provided by operating
activities (GAAP) $335.0 $355.0
Purchases of property, plant and
equipment (165.0) (165.0)
Free cash flow (Non-GAAP) $170.0 $190.0
Actual for the Year Ended
February 28, 2007
Net cash provided by operating
activities (GAAP) $313.2
Purchases of property, plant and
equipment (192.0)
Excess tax benefits from stock-
based payment awards 21.4
Free cash flow (Non-GAAP) $142.6
SOURCE Constellation Brands, Inc. -0- 04/05/2007 /CONTACT: Media, Mike Martin, +1-585-218-3669, or Investor Relations, Bob Czudak, +1-585-218-3668, both of Constellation Brands, Inc./ /Web site: http://www.cbrands.com/ (STZ STZB)