CMGI Cmgi (MM)

CMGI, Inc. (Nasdaq: CMGI) today reported financial results for its third quarter of fiscal year 2007, ended April 30, 2007. Financial Summary Net revenue increased 6.5% from prior year to $282.1 million Operating income improved to $0.9 million from an operating loss of $1.7 million in the prior year Non-GAAP operating income increased to $7.5 million from $7.0 million in the third quarter of the prior year Net income decreased to $9.4 million compared to net income of $21.7 million in the same period last year Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities at April 30, 2007 increased to $250.3 million from $213.0 million at April 30, 2006 Third Quarter Consolidated Financial Results CMGI reported net revenue of $282.1 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2007, compared to net revenue of $264.7 million for the same period one year ago, a $17.3 million or 6.5% increase. Gross margin increased from $28.9 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2006 to $30.0 million in the third quarter of fiscal 2007, an increase of $1.1 million or 3.8%. As a percentage of revenues, gross margin declined from 10.9% in the third quarter of fiscal 2006 to 10.6% in the third quarter of fiscal 2007. Operating income was $0.9 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2007 compared to an operating loss of $1.7 million in the same period of the prior fiscal year, an improvement of $2.6 million year over year. The operating income improvement was a result of increased operational efficiencies, especially in the Company�s operations in Asia and lower restructuring expenses. During the quarter, CMGI also continued to invest in its strategic initiatives which are focused on penetrating new target vertical markets including Communications, Storage and Consumer Electronics, expanding service offerings, deploying a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) technology platform and implementing a shared services model, which includes consolidating IT and finance infrastructures. These investments totaled approximately $4.6 million during the quarter, of which approximately $2.5 million was recorded as an operating expense in the period, with the remainder capitalized on the balance sheet. In comparison, the third quarter of the prior year included expense of $2.9 million related to these initiatives. �During this quarter we continued to make meaningful progress in our supply chain business, which is resulting in improved financial performance,� said Joseph C. Lawler, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of CMGI. �We grew revenue 6.5% despite a $14.2 million decline in revenue related to a previously announced program change for one client. The growth was driven by improved revenue performance in both our Asian and European operations. In addition, we reported an improvement in operating income, which was supported by the steps we have taken to improve operating efficiencies.� Excluding net charges related to depreciation, amortization of intangibles, stock-based compensation and restructuring, CMGI reported non-GAAP operating income of $7.5 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2007 versus non-GAAP operating income of $7.0 million for the same period in fiscal 2006. For the third quarter, CMGI reported net income of $9.4 million or $0.02 diluted earnings per share, compared to net income of $21.7 million or $0.04 diluted earnings per share for the same period in the prior fiscal year. The prior year period reflected gains of $22.6 million as a result of liquidity events in the Company�s @Ventures business, compared with gains of $4.7 million related to @Ventures liquidity events realized in the third quarter of fiscal 2007. The current quarter gains included a $1.6 million gain from the acquisition of Mitchell International, Inc. by a third party and gains of approximately $2.5 million and $0.6 million, respectively, recorded to adjust previously recorded gains on acquisitions by third parties of WebCT, Inc. and Realm Business Solutions, Inc., two @Ventures portfolio companies, due to the release of funds held in escrow. As of April 30, 2007, CMGI had working capital of approximately $326.8 million compared with $291.6 million at April 30, 2006. Included in working capital as of April 30, 2007 were cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities totaling $250.3 million compared to $213.0 million at April 30, 2006. �Looking forward, our long-term goals are unchanged and we believe that executing on our overall strategy with both our supply chain and venture capital businesses will help us achieve growth and continue to improve our financial performance,� added Lawler. Outlook The Company currently expects revenues of approximately $1.10 billion to $1.15 billion in fiscal 2007. With respect to gross margin percentage, while the Company does not expect second half gross margin levels to approximate the levels achieved in the seasonally high second quarter, the Company continues to expect full year gross margin percentage to show improvement over the prior year. Conference Call Information CMGI will hold a conference call to discuss its fiscal 2007 third quarter results at 5:00 PM Eastern Time on June 5, 2007. Investors can listen to the conference call on the Internet at www.cmgi.com/investor. To listen to the live call, go to the Web site at least 15 minutes prior to the start time to download and install the necessary audio software. Non-GAAP Information The Company believes that its non-GAAP measure of operating income/(loss) ("non-GAAP operating income/(loss)") provides investors with a useful supplemental measure of the Company�s operating performance by excluding the impact of non-cash charges and restructuring activities. Each of the excluded items was excluded because they may be considered to be of a non-operational or non-cash nature. Historically, CMGI has recorded significant impairment and restructuring charges. These charges, as well as charges related to depreciation, amortization of intangible assets and stock-based compensation, have been excluded for the purpose of enhancing the understanding by both management and investors of the underlying baseline operating results and trends of the business, which management uses to evaluate our financial performance for purposes of planning and forecasting future periods. Non-GAAP operating income/(loss) does not have any standardized definition and, therefore, is unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other reporting companies. Non-GAAP operating income/(loss) should not be evaluated in isolation of, or as a substitute for, the Company�s financial results prepared in accordance with United States generally accepted accounting principles. The Company�s usage of non-GAAP operating income/(loss), and the underlying methodology in excluding certain charges, is not necessarily an indication of the results of operations that may be expected in the future, or that the Company will not, in fact, incur such charges in future periods. A table reconciling CMGI�s non-GAAP operating income/(loss) to its GAAP operating income/(loss) and its GAAP net income/(loss) is included in the statement of operations information in this release. About CMGI CMGI, Inc. (Nasdaq: CMGI), through its subsidiary ModusLink, provides industry-leading global supply chain management services and solutions that help businesses market, sell and distribute their products around the world. In addition, CMGI�s venture capital business, @Ventures, invests in a variety of technology ventures. For additional information, see www.cmgi.com. This release contains forward-looking statements, which address a variety of subjects including, for example, expected revenues and gross margins to be achieved in fiscal 2007, the further execution of CMGI�s strategic business plan and impact of that plan, prospects for growth, the expected impact of strategic initiatives and financial performance. All statements other than statements of historical fact, including without limitation, those with respect to CMGI's goals, plans, expectations and strategies set forth herein are forward-looking statements. The following important factors and uncertainties, among others, could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in these forward-looking statements: CMGI's success, including its ability to improve its cash position, expand its operations and revenues, lower its costs, improve its gross margins and sustain profitability, depends on its ability to execute on its business strategy and the continued and increased demand for and market acceptance of its products and services; CMGI's management may face strain on managerial and operational resources as they try to oversee the expanded operations; CMGI may not be able to expand its operations in accordance with its business strategy; CMGI's cash balances may not be sufficient to allow CMGI to meet all of its business and investment goals; CMGI may experience difficulties integrating technologies, operations and personnel in accordance with its business strategy; CMGI derives a significant portion of its revenue from a small number of customers and the loss of any of those customers could significantly damage CMGI's financial condition and results of operations; ModusLink frequently sells to its supply chain management clients on a purchase order basis rather than pursuant to contracts with minimum purchase requirements, and therefore its sales are subject to demand variability; risks inherent with conducting international operations; the mergers and acquisitions and IPO markets are inherently unpredictable and liquidity events for companies in the venture capital portfolio may not occur; and increased competition and technological changes in the markets in which CMGI competes. For a detailed discussion of cautionary statements that may affect CMGI's future results of operations and financial results, please refer to CMGI's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including CMGI's most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Forward-looking statements represent management's current expectations and are inherently uncertain. We do not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking statements made by us. � � CMGI, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In thousands, except per share amounts) � (Unaudited) � April 30, July 31, April 30, 2007� 2006� 2006� � Assets: Cash and cash equivalents $ 137,325� $ 131,728� $ 122,497� Available-for-sale securities 848� 2,554� 2,960� Short-term investments 112,100� 94,450� 87,500� Trade accounts receivable, net 211,953� 175,391� 188,928� Inventories, net 67,566� 77,887� 84,538� Prepaid and other current assets 13,243� 11,638� 10,804� Current assets of discontinued operations -� 1,962� 3,054� Total current assets 543,035� 495,610� 500,281� � Property and equipment, net 53,162� 46,020� 42,735� Investments in affiliates 26,736� 20,655� 22,816� Goodwill 181,376� 181,239� 181,607� Intangible assets, net 12,922� 16,540� 17,746� Other assets 3,020� 3,139� 3,128� Non-current assets of discontinued operations -� -� 2,417� $ 820,251� $ 763,203� $ 770,730� � Liabilities: Current portion of capital lease obligations $ 456� $ 321� $ 315� Accounts payable 142,530� 151,077� 149,827� Current portion of accrued restructuring 4,461� 5,368� 7,053� Accrued income taxes 6,993� 5,502� 1,720� Accrued expenses 55,747� 43,526� 44,902� Other current liabilities 3,022� 2,819� 3,085� Current liabilities of discontinued operations 3,057� 4,775� 1,820� Total current liabilities 216,266� 213,388� 208,722� � Revolving line of credit 24,786� 24,786� 35,786� Long-term portion of accrued restructuring 5,354� 6,831� 7,603� Long-term portion of capital leases obligations 446� 548� 619� Other long-term liabilities 13,211� 15,629� 17,909� Non-current liabilities of discontinued operations 2,256� 4,106� 98� 46,053� 51,900� 62,015� Stockholders' equity 557,932� 497,915� 499,993� $ 820,251� $ 763,203� $ 770,730� � CMGI, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (In thousands, except per share amounts) � (Unaudited) � � Three months ended Nine months ended � April 30, January 31, April 30, April 30, April 30, 2007� 2007� 2006� 2007� 2006� � Net revenue $ 282,078� $ 324,752� $ 264,748� $ 890,466� $ 887,006� � � Operating expenses: Cost of revenue 252,111� 284,219� 235,886� 789,923� 796,768� Selling 3,404� 3,320� 5,108� 10,489� 15,789� General and administrative 24,494� 22,356� 21,710� 67,056� 63,103� Amortization of intangibles 1,206� 1,206� 1,206� 3,618� 3,618� Restructuring, net (14) 2,382� 2,582� 2,181� 8,885� Total operating expenses 281,201� 313,483� 266,492� 873,267� 888,163� � � Operating income (loss) 877� 11,269� (1,744) 17,199� (1,157) � � Other income (expenses): Interest income 2,551� 2,652� 1,443� 7,395� 4,000� Interest expense (660) (637) (795) (1,901) (2,069) Other gains, net 5,073� 28,030� 21,976� 34,025� 24,093� Equity in income (losses) of affiliates 868� 398� 325� 2,002� (73) Total other income 7,832� 30,443� 22,949� 41,521� 25,951� � � Income from continuing operations before taxes 8,709� 41,712� 21,205� 58,720� 24,794� Income tax expense (benefit) (909) 5,727� (738) 3,378� 963� Income from continuing operations 9,618� 35,985� 21,943� 55,342� 23,831� � Discontinued operations, net of income taxes: Income (loss) from discontinued operations (203) (112) (269) 273� (6,340) � � Net Income $ 9,415� $ 35,873� $ 21,674� $ 55,615� $ 17,491� � � � Basic and diluted earnings per share: Earnings from continuing operations $ 0.02� $ 0.07� $ 0.04� $ 0.11� $ 0.05� � Income (loss) from discontinued operations $ (0.00) $ (0.00) $ (0.00) $ 0.00� $ (0.01) � Net earnings $ 0.02� $ 0.07� $ 0.04� $ 0.11� $ 0.04� � Shares used in computing basic earnings per share 484,756� 484,628� 483,188� 484,523� 482,614� � Shares used in computing diluted earnings per share 490,553� 486,683� 485,927� 487,169� 486,868� � CMGI, Inc. and Subsidiaries Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations Information (In thousands) � (Unaudited) � � Three months ended Nine months ended � April 30, January 31, April 30, April 30, April 30, 2007� � 2007� � 2006� � 2007� � 2006� � Net revenue: � � Americas $ 87,331� $ 121,292� $ 107,098� $ 314,788� $ 380,538� Asia 76,352� 77,116� 62,229� 219,915� 185,897� Europe 118,395� 126,344� 95,421� 355,763� 320,571� $ 282,078� $ 324,752� $ 264,748� $ 890,466� $ 887,006� � � Operating income (loss): � � Americas $ 608� $ 7,370� $ 3,542� $ 13,424� $ 15,012� Asia 7,660� 10,779� 2,613� 25,412� 13,841� Europe (2,734) (1,913) (3,429) (8,074) (17,469) 5,534� 16,236� 2,726� 30,762� 11,384� Other (4,657) (4,967) (4,470) (13,563) (12,541) $ 877� $ 11,269� $ (1,744) $ 17,199� $ (1,157) � � Non-GAAP operating income: � � Americas $ 2,243� $ 10,598� $ 5,622� $ 19,611� $ 21,278� Asia 9,800� 12,721� 4,637� 31,328� 19,102� Europe (645) 498� 276� (2,228) (6,366) 11,398� 23,817� 10,535� 48,711� 34,014� Other (3,935) (4,286) (3,525) (11,472) (9,212) $ 7,463� $ 19,531� $ 7,010� $ 37,239� $ 24,802� � � � � Note: Non-GAAP operating income represents total operating income, excluding net charges related to depreciation, amortization of intangible assets, stock-based compensation and restructuring. � � TABLE RECONCILING NON-GAAP OPERATING INCOME TO GAAP OPERATING INCOME (LOSS) AND NET INCOME � NON-GAAP Operating income $ 7,463� $ 19,531� $ 7,010� $ 37,239� $ 24,802� � Adjustments: Depreciation (4,107) (3,442) (3,407) (10,452) (8,108) Amortization of intangible assets (1,206) (1,206) (1,206) (3,618) (3,618) Stock-based compensation (1,287) (1,232) (1,559) (3,789) (5,348) Restructuring, net 14� (2,382) (2,582) (2,181) (8,885) GAAP Operating income (loss) $ 877� $ 11,269� $ (1,744) $ 17,199� $ (1,157) � Other income, net 7,832� 30,443� 22,949� 41,521� 25,951� Income tax expense (benefit) (909) 5,727� (738) 3,378� 963� Income (loss) from discontinued operations (203) (112) (269) 273� (6,340) Net income $ 9,415� $ 35,873� $ 21,674� $ 55,615� $ 17,491�