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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 10-Q

 

 

(Mark one)

x QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended April 30, 2012

OR

 

¨ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from              to             

Commission file number 0-14625

 

 

TECH DATA CORPORATION

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

Florida   No. 59-1578329

(State or other jurisdiction of

incorporation or organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

5350 Tech Data Drive, Clearwater, Florida   33760
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (727) 539-7429

 

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.    Yes   x     No   ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).    Yes   x     No   ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of “accelerated filer and large accelerated filer” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

 

Large accelerated filer   x    Accelerated Filer   ¨
Non-accelerated Filer   ¨    Smaller reporting company   ¨

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act):    Yes   ¨     No   x

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

 

Class

 

Outstanding at May 17, 2012

Common stock, par value $.0015 per share   39,869,249

 

 

 


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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

Form 10-Q for the Three Months Ended April 30, 2012

INDEX

 

              PAGE  

PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

  
   Item 1.  

Financial Statements

  
    

Consolidated Balance Sheet

     3   
    

Consolidated Statement of Income

     4   
    

Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income

     5   
    

Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows

     6   
    

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

     7   
   Item 2.  

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

     14   
   Item 3.  

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

     22   
   Item 4.  

Controls and Procedures

     22   

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

  
   Item 1.  

Legal Proceedings

     22   
   Item 1A.  

Risk Factors

     22   
   Item 2.  

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

     22   
   Item 3.  

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

     23   
   Item 4.  

Mine Safety Disclosures

     23   
   Item 5.  

Other Information

     23   
   Item 6.  

Exhibits

     24   

SIGNATURES

     25   

EXHIBITS

  

CERTIFICATIONS

  


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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. Financial Statements

TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEET

(In thousands, except share amounts)

 

     April 30,
2012
    January 31,
2012
 
     (Unaudited)        
ASSETS     

Current assets:

    

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 447,038      $ 505,178   

Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $51,895 and $52,713

     2,656,030        2,871,243   

Inventories

     1,949,279        1,802,976   

Prepaid expenses and other assets

     184,928        202,505   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current assets

     5,237,275        5,381,902   

Property and equipment, net

     88,246        88,595   

Other assets, net

     318,662        314,921   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total assets

   $ 5,644,183      $ 5,785,418   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY     

Current liabilities:

    

Accounts payable

   $ 2,952,182      $ 3,042,809   

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     483,060        551,280   

Revolving credit loans and current maturities of long-term debt

     30,933        48,490   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current liabilities

     3,466,175        3,642,579   

Long-term debt, less current maturities

     57,816        57,253   

Other long-term liabilities

     82,414        83,438   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities

     3,606,405        3,783,270   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Commitments and contingencies (Note 8)

    

Shareholders’ equity:

    

Common stock, par value $.0015; 200,000,000 shares authorized; 59,239,085 shares issued at April 30, 2012 and January 31, 2012

     89        89   

Additional paid-in capital

     750,878        769,826   

Treasury stock, at cost 18,561,895 shares at April 30, 2012 and 18,166,761 shares at January 31, 2012

     (766,558     (739,614

Retained earnings

     1,711,459        1,659,767   

Accumulated other comprehensive income

     311,401        283,755   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Equity attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation

     2,007,269        1,973,823   

Noncontrolling interest

     30,509        28,325   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total equity

     2,037,778        2,002,148   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities and equity

   $ 5,644,183      $ 5,785,418   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF INCOME

(In thousands, except per share amounts)

(Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012     2011  

Net sales

   $ 5,895,561      $ 6,332,128   

Cost of products sold

     5,575,344        5,998,666   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     320,217        333,462   

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     239,324        257,779   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income

     80,893        75,683   

Interest expense

     3,069        8,641   

Other expense, net

     1,344        666   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income before income taxes

     76,480        66,376   

Provision for income taxes

     22,954        17,656   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Consolidated net income

     53,526        48,720   

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

     (1,834     (19
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation

   $ 51,692      $ 48,701   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income per share attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation:

    

Basic

   $ 1.26      $ 1.04   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Diluted

   $ 1.24      $ 1.03   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

    

Basic

     41,154        46,673   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Diluted

     41,599        47,389   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.

 

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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012      2011  

Consolidated net income

   $ 53,526       $ 48,720   

Other comprehensive income:

     

Foreign currency translation adjustment

     27,996         132,848   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total comprehensive income

     81,522         181,568   

Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest

     2,184         1,973   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Comprehensive income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation

   $ 79,338       $ 179,595   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.

 

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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

     Three months ended April 30,  
     2012     2011  

Cash flows from operating activities:

    

Cash received from customers

   $ 6,148,879      $ 6,470,011   

Cash paid to vendors and employees

     (6,104,721     (6,512,553

Interest paid, net

     (2,970     (3,146

Income taxes paid

     (33,118     (7,779
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

     8,070        (53,467
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash flows from investing activities:

    

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired

     (8,782     (1,100

Expenditures for property and equipment

     (4,295     (2,361

Software and software development costs

     (7,842     (4,682
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     (20,919     (8,143
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash flows from financing activities:

    

Proceeds from the reissuance of treasury stock

     2,714        27,467   

Cash paid for purchase of treasury stock

     (37,553     (51,288

Return of capital to joint venture partner

     (4,646     0   

Net repayments on revolving credit loans

     (17,369     (23,439

Principal payments on long-term debt

     (127     (125

Excess tax benefit from stock-based compensation

     4,497        1,701   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

     (52,484     (45,684
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     7,193        35,666   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

     (58,140     (71,628

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year

     505,178        763,725   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

   $ 447,038      $ 692,097   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Reconciliation of net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:

    

Net income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation

   $ 51,692      $ 48,701   

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

     1,834        19   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Consolidated net income

     53,526        48,720   

Adjustments to reconcile consolidated net income to net cash provided by ( used in) operating activities:

    

Depreciation and amortization

     13,397        14,756   

Provision for losses on accounts receivable

     356        1,410   

Stock-based compensation expense

     2,780        2,467   

Accretion of debt discount on convertible senior debentures

     0        2,570   

Excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation

     (4,497     (1,701

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

    

Accounts receivable

     251,247        128,644   

Inventories

     (129,323     39,617   

Prepaid expenses and other assets

     34,257        (18,898

Accounts payable

     (125,626     (201,426

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     (88,047     (69,626
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total adjustments

     (45,456     (102,187
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

   $ 8,070      $ (53,467
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The accompanying Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements are an integral part of these financial statements.

 

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TECH DATA CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

(Unaudited)

NOTE 1 — BUSINESS AND SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Description of Business

Tech Data Corporation (“Tech Data” or the “Company”) is one of the world’s largest wholesale distributors of technology products. The Company serves as an indispensable link in the technology supply chain by bringing products from the world’s leading technology vendors to market, as well as providing customers with advanced logistics capabilities and value added services. Tech Data’s customers include value-added resellers, direct marketers, retailers and corporate resellers who support the diverse technology needs of end users. The Company is managed in two geographic segments: the Americas (including North America and South America) and Europe.

Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Tech Data and its subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. Noncontrolling interest is recognized for the portion of a consolidated joint venture not owned by the Company. The Company operates on a fiscal year that ends on January 31.

Basis of Presentation

The consolidated financial statements have been prepared by the Company, without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The Company prepares its financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States (“U.S. GAAP”). These principles require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments (consisting of only normal recurring adjustments) necessary to present fairly the financial position of the Company as of April 30, 2012 and its statements of income, comprehensive income and cash flows for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011. In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we prospectively revised our presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts to appropriately present these revenues on an agency basis as net fees, as compared to presenting gross revenues and costs of sales in prior periods. This change had no impact on gross profit dollars, operating income dollars, net income dollars or earnings per share for any fiscal periods reported. Prior to this prospective revision, these contracts approximated three percent of the Company’s net sales in both the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and 2012, respectively. Management believes the impact of this revised presentation is not material and, therefore, prior periods have not been adjusted.

Seasonality

The Company’s quarterly operating results have fluctuated significantly in the past and will likely continue to do so in the future as a result of currency fluctuations and seasonal variations in the demand for the products and services offered. Narrow operating margins may magnify the impact of these factors on our operating results. Recent historical seasonal variations have included an increase in European demand during the Company’s fiscal fourth quarter and decreased demand in other fiscal quarters, particularly quarters that include summer months. Given that more than one half of the Company’s revenues are derived from Europe, the worldwide results closely follow the seasonality trends in Europe. Additionally, the life cycles of major products, as well as the impact of future acquisitions and dispositions, may also materially impact the Company’s business, financial condition, or consolidated results of operations. Therefore, the results of operations for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011 are not necessarily indicative of the results that can be expected for the entire fiscal year ending January 31, 2013.

Recently Adopted Accounting Standards

In September 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued an accounting standard which simplifies how entities test goodwill for impairment. The accounting standard permits an entity to first assess qualitative factors to determine whether it is more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount as a basis for determining whether it is necessary to perform the two-step goodwill impairment test described below. The accounting standard was effective for the Company beginning February 1, 2012, with early adoption permitted. The Company has adopted this standard as of February 1, 2012, which had no impact on its consolidated financial position, income, comprehensive income or cash flows.

In May 2011, the FASB and International Accounting Standards Board (“IASB”) issued a new accounting standard that amends the wording used to describe many of the requirements in U.S. GAAP for measuring fair value and for disclosing information about fair value measurements. This accounting standard does not extend the use of fair value accounting, but provides guidance on how it should be applied where its use is already required or permitted by other standards within U.S. GAAP or International Financial

 

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Reporting Standards (“IFRS”). This accounting standard is effective for the Company beginning with the quarter ended April 30, 2012. The Company has adopted this standard for the quarter ended April 30, 2012, which had no impact on its consolidated financial position, income, comprehensive income or cash flows.

Recently Issued Accounting Standards

In December 2011, the FASB issued a new accounting standard related to enhanced disclosures on offsetting (netting) of assets and liabilities in the financial statements. This standard requires improved information about financial instruments and derivative instruments that are either allowed to be offset in accordance with another accounting standard or subject to an enforceable master netting arrangement or similar agreement, irrespective of whether they are offset in accordance with another accounting standard. Under this standard, financial statement footnotes are required to disclose the gross amounts of those recognized assets and liabilities and the amounts offset, whether permitted by another accounting standard or subject to a master netting arrangement, to determine the net amounts presented in the statement of financial position. This standard is effective for the Company beginning February 1, 2013, and is required to be adopted retrospectively. The Company is currently assessing the impact this standard may have on our consolidated financial position, income, comprehensive income and cash flows.

NOTE 2 — EARNINGS PER SHARE (“EPS”)

The Company reports a dual presentation of basic and diluted EPS. Basic EPS is computed by dividing net income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the reported period. Diluted EPS reflects the potential dilution related to equity-based incentives (as further discussed in Note 4 — Stock-Based Compensation) using the if-converted and treasury stock methods, where applicable. The composition of basic and diluted EPS is as follows:

 

     Three months ended April 30,  
     2012      2011  
     Net
income
attributable to
Tech Data
Corporation
     Weighted
average
shares
     Per
share
amount
     Net
income
attributable to
Tech Data
Corporation
     Weighted
average
shares
     Per
share
amount
 
     (In thousands, except per share data)  

Net income per common share attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation—basic

   $ 51,692         41,154       $ 1.26       $ 48,701         46,673       $ 1.04   
        

 

 

          

 

 

 

Effect of dilutive securities:

                 

Equity-based awards

     0         445            0         716      
  

 

 

    

 

 

       

 

 

    

 

 

    

Net income per common share attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation—diluted

   $ 51,692         41,599       $ 1.24       $ 48,701         47,389       $ 1.03   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

At April 30, 2012, there were no equity-based compensation awards excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share as there were no equity-based awards outstanding where the exercise price was greater than the average market price, thereby resulting in an antidilutive effect. At April 30, 2011, there were 3,500 equity-based compensation awards, excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share because the exercise price was greater than the average market price, thereby resulting in an antidilutive effect.

The Company’s $350.0 million convertible senior debentures issued in December 2006 were repaid during December 2011. The $350.0 million convertible senior debentures did not impact earnings per share at April 30, 2011, as the conditions for the contingent conversion feature had not been met.

NOTE 3 — INCOME TAXES

The Company’s effective tax rate was 29.9% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and 26.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase in the effective rate for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to the same period of the prior year is primarily the result of the relative mix of earnings and losses within the tax jurisdictions in which the Company operates.

On an absolute dollar basis, the provision for income taxes increased 30.0% to $23.0 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to $17.7 million in the same period of fiscal 2012. The increase in the provision for income taxes in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 was primarily due to an increase in taxable earnings in certain countries in which we operate compared to the same period of fiscal 2012.

 

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The effective tax rate differed from the U.S. federal statutory rate of 35.0% during these periods primarily due to the relative mix of earnings or losses within the tax jurisdictions in which the Company operates such as: i) losses in tax jurisdictions where the Company is not able to record a tax benefit; ii) earnings in tax jurisdictions where the Company has previously recorded a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets; and iii) earnings in lower-tax jurisdictions for which no U.S. taxes have been provided because such earnings are planned to be reinvested indefinitely outside the United States.

The overall effective tax rate will continue to be dependent upon the geographic distribution of the Company’s earnings or losses, changes in tax laws, or interpretations of these laws in the Company’s operating jurisdictions. The Company monitors the assumptions used in estimating the annual effective tax rate and make adjustments, if required, throughout the year. If actual results differ from the assumptions used in estimating our annual effective income tax rates, future income tax expense could be materially affected.

The Company’s future effective tax rates could be adversely affected by lower earnings than anticipated in countries with lower statutory rates, changes in the relative mix of taxable income and taxable loss jurisdictions, changes in the valuation of deferred tax assets or liabilities, or changes in tax laws or interpretations thereof. In addition, the Company’s income tax returns are subject to continuous examination by the Internal Revenue Service and other tax authorities. The Company regularly assesses the likelihood of adverse outcomes from these examinations to determine the adequacy of the provision for income taxes. To the extent the Company prevails in matters for which accruals have been established or the Company is required to pay amounts in excess of such accruals, the Company’s effective tax rate could be materially affected.

NOTE 4 — STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION

For the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011, the Company recorded $2.8 million and $2.5 million, respectively, of stock-based compensation expense, which is included in “selling, general and administrative expenses” in the Consolidated Statement of Income.

At April 30, 2012, the Company had awards outstanding from four equity-based compensation plans, only one of which is currently active. The active plan was approved by the Company’s shareholders in June 2009 and includes 4.0 million shares available for grant of which approximately 3.0 million shares remain available for future grant at April 30, 2012. Under the active plan, the Company is authorized to award officers, employees, and non-employee members of the Board of Directors restricted stock, options to purchase common stock, maximum value stock-settled stock appreciation rights (“MV Stock-settled SARs”), maximum value options (“MVOs”), and performance awards that are dependent upon achievement of specified performance goals. Equity-based compensation awards have a maximum term of 10 years, unless a shorter period is specified by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors or is required under local law. Awards under the plans are priced as determined by the Compensation Committee, and under the terms of the Company’s active equity-based compensation plan, are required to be priced at, or above, the fair market value of the Company’s common stock on the date of grant. Awards generally vest between one and four years from the date of grant.

A summary of the activity of the Company’s restricted stock activity for the three months ended April 30, 2012 is as follows:

 

     Shares  

Outstanding at January 31, 2012

     568,498   

Granted

     255,595   

Vested

     (167,364

Canceled

     (12,067
  

 

 

 

Outstanding at April 30, 2012

     644,662   
  

 

 

 

The weighted average grant date fair value of restricted stock granted during the three months ended April 30, 2012 was $54.03 per share and vest over three years.

A summary of the activity of the Company’s MV Stock-settled SARs, MVOs and stock options for the three months ended April 30, 2012 is as follows:

 

     Shares  

Outstanding at January 31, 2012

     1,651,400   

Granted

     6,236   

Exercised

     (1,000,774

Canceled

     (13,221
  

 

 

 

Outstanding at April 30, 2012

     643,641   
  

 

 

 

The Company’s policy is to utilize shares of its treasury stock, to the extent available, for the exercise or vesting of equity awards (see further discussion of the Company’s share repurchase program in Note 5 — Shareholders’ Equity).

 

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NOTE 5 — SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

The Company’s common share repurchases and issuance activity for the three months ended April 30, 2012 is summarized as follows:

 

     Shares     Weighted-
average
price per
share
 

Treasury stock held at January 31, 2012

     18,166,761      $ 40.71   

Shares of common stock repurchased under share repurchase program and other share repurchases

     853,233      $ 53.48   

Shares of treasury stock reissued

     (458,099  
  

 

 

   

Treasury stock held at April 30, 2012

     18,561,895      $ 41.30   
  

 

 

   

In conjunction with the Company’s current $100.0 million share repurchase program, a 10b5-1 plan was executed that instructs the broker selected by the Company to repurchase shares on behalf of the Company. The amount of common stock repurchased in accordance with the 10b5-1 plan on any given trading day is determined by a formula in the plan, which is based on the market price of the Company’s common stock. Shares repurchased by the Company are held in treasury for general corporate purposes, including issuances under equity incentive and benefit plans. During the quarter ended April 30, 2012 there were 70,278 shares purchased outside of the share repurchase program related to the exercise of an employee’s equity incentives, at a weighted average price of $53.27 per share. The weighted average price per share is based on the closing price of the Company’s stock on the date of purchase. During May 2012, the Company completed the $100.0 million share repurchase program approved by the Board of Directors in December 2011, and the Board of Directors authorized an additional share repurchase program for the purchase of up to $100.0 million of the Company’s common stock.

NOTE 6 — FAIR VALUE OF FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS

The Company’s assets and liabilities carried or disclosed at fair value are classified in one of the following three categories: Level 1 — quoted market prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities; Level 2 — inputs other than quoted market prices included in level 1 above that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly; and, Level 3 — unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. A financial instrument’s level within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of any input that is significant to the fair value measurement.

The Company’s foreign currency forward contracts are measured on a recurring basis based on foreign currency spot rates and forward rates quoted by banks or foreign currency dealers (level 2 criteria) and are marked-to-market each period with gains and losses on these contracts recorded in the Company’s Consolidated Statement of Income on a basis consistent with the classification of the change in the fair value of the underlying transactions giving rise to these foreign currency exchange gains and losses in the period in which their value changes, with the offsetting amount for unsettled positions being included in either other current assets or other current liabilities in the Consolidated Balance Sheet. The fair value of the Company’s outstanding foreign currency forward contracts at April 30, 2012 and 2011 was an unrealized gain of $3.1 million and $7.3 million, respectively, included in other current assets and an unrealized loss of $5.1 million and $13.6 million, respectively, included in other current liabilities (see further discussion below in Note 7 — Derivative Instruments).

The Company utilizes life insurance policies to fund the Company’s nonqualified deferred compensation plan. The investments contained within the life insurance policies are marked-to-market each period by analyzing the change in the underlying value of the invested assets (level 2 criteria) and the gains and losses are recorded in the Company’s Consolidated Statement of Income. The related deferred compensation liability is also marked-to-market each period based upon the various investment return alternatives selected by the plan participants (level 2 criteria) and the gains and losses are recorded in the Company’s Consolidated Statement of Income. The fair value of the Company’s nonqualified deferred compensation plan investments and related liability at April 30, 2012 is $33.7 million and $31.2 million, respectively.

The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and accrued expenses approximate fair value because of the short maturity of these items. The carrying amount of debt outstanding pursuant to revolving credit facilities and loans payable approximates fair value as the majority of these instruments have variable interest rates which approximate current market rates (level 2 criteria).

NOTE 7 — DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

In the ordinary course of business, the Company is exposed to movements in foreign currency exchange rates. The Company’s foreign currency risk management objective is to protect earnings and cash flows from the impact of exchange rate changes primarily through the use of foreign currency forward contracts to hedge both intercompany and third party loans, accounts receivable and accounts payable. These derivatives are not designated as hedging instruments.

The Company employs established policies and procedures to manage the exposure to fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies. It is the Company’s policy to utilize financial instruments to reduce risks where internal netting cannot be effectively employed. Additionally, the Company does not enter into derivative instruments for speculative or trading purposes.

 

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The Company’s foreign currency exposure relates to international transactions in Europe, Canada and Latin America, where the currency collected from customers can be different from the currency used to purchase the product. The Company’s transactions in its foreign operations are denominated primarily in the following currencies: U.S. dollar, British pound, Canadian dollar, Chilean peso, Czech koruna, Danish krone, euros, Mexican peso, Norwegian krone, Polish zloty, Romanian leu, Swedish krona and Swiss franc.

The Company considers inventory as an economic hedge against foreign currency exposure in accounts payable in certain circumstances. This practice offsets such inventory against corresponding accounts payable denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of the subsidiary buying the inventory, when determining the net exposure to be hedged using traditional forward contracts. Under this strategy, the Company would expect to increase or decrease selling prices for product purchased in foreign currencies based on fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates affecting the underlying accounts payable. To the extent the Company incurs a foreign currency exchange loss (gain) on the underlying accounts payable denominated in the foreign currency, a corresponding increase (decrease) in gross profit would be expected as the related inventory is sold. This strategy can result in a certain degree of quarterly earnings volatility as the underlying accounts payable is remeasured using the foreign currency exchange rate prevailing at the end of each period, or settlement date if earlier, whereas the corresponding increase (decrease) in gross profit is not realized until the related inventory is sold.

The Company classifies foreign currency exchange gains and losses on its derivative instruments used to manage its exposures to foreign currency denominated accounts receivable and accounts payable as a component of “cost of products sold” which is consistent with the classification of the change in fair value upon remeasurement of the underlying hedged accounts receivable or accounts payable. The Company classifies foreign currency exchange gains and losses on its derivative instruments used to manage its exposures to foreign currency denominated financing transactions as a component of “other expense (income), net” which is consistent with the classification of the change in fair value upon remeasurement of the underlying hedged loans. The total amount recognized in earnings on the Company’s foreign currency forward contracts, which is included as a component of either “cost of products sold” or “other expense (income), net”, was a net foreign currency exchange loss of $3.5 million and $6.9 million, respectively, for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011. The gains and losses on the Company’s foreign currency forward contracts are largely offset by the change in the fair value of the underlying hedged assets or liabilities.

The notional amount of forward exchange contracts is the amount of foreign currency to be bought or sold at maturity. Notional amounts are indicative of the extent of the Company’s involvement in the various types and uses of derivative financial instruments and are not a measure of the Company’s exposure to credit or market risks through its use of derivatives. The estimated fair value of derivative financial instruments represents the amount required to enter into similar offsetting contracts with similar remaining maturities based on quoted market prices.

The Company’s monthly average notional amounts of derivative financial instruments outstanding during the quarters ended April 30, 2012 and 2011 are $1.7 billion and $1.5 billion, respectively, with average maturities of 28 days and 37 days, respectively. As discussed above, under the Company’s hedging policies, gains and losses on the derivative financial instruments would be expected to be largely offset by the gains and losses on the underlying assets or liabilities being hedged.

The Company’s foreign currency forward contracts are also discussed in Note 6 — Fair Value of Financial Instruments.

NOTE 8 — COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES

Guarantees

As is customary in the technology industry, to encourage certain customers to purchase products from Tech Data, the Company has arrangements with certain finance companies that provide inventory financing facilities to the Company’s customers. In conjunction with certain of these arrangements, the Company would be required to purchase certain inventory in the event the inventory is repossessed from the customers by the finance companies. As the Company does not have access to information regarding the amount of inventory purchased from the Company still on hand with the customer at any point in time, the Company’s repurchase obligations relating to inventory cannot be reasonably estimated. Repurchases of inventory by the Company under these arrangements have been insignificant to date. The Company believes that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to these inventory repurchase obligations is remote.

The Company provides additional financial guarantees to finance companies on behalf of certain customers. The majority of these guarantees are for an indefinite period of time, where the Company would be required to perform if the customer is in default with the finance company related to purchases made from the Company. The Company reviews the underlying credit for these guarantees on at least an annual basis. As of April 30, 2012 and January 31, 2012, the aggregate amount of guarantees under these arrangements totaled $56.4 million and $65.4 million, respectively, of which $27.6 million and $28.4 million, respectively, was outstanding. The Company believes that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to the above guarantees is remote.

 

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Contingencies

Prior to fiscal 2004, one of the Company’s European subsidiaries was audited in relation to various value-added tax (“VAT”) matters. As a result of those audits, the subsidiary received notices of assessment that allege the subsidiary did not properly collect and remit VAT. It is management’s opinion, based upon the opinion of outside legal counsel, that the Company has valid defenses related to a substantial portion of these assessments. Although the Company is vigorously pursuing administrative and judicial action to challenge the assessments, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome. The resolution of such assessments will not be material to the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity; however, it could be material to the Company’s operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period.

In December 2010, in a non-unanimous decision, a Brazilian appellate court overturned a 2003 trial court which had previously ruled in favor of the Company’s Brazilian subsidiary related to the imposition of certain taxes on payments abroad related to the licensing of commercial software products, commonly referred to as “CIDE tax”. The Company estimates the total exposure where the CIDE tax, including interest, may be considered due, to be approximately $29.9 million as of April 30, 2012. The Brazilian subsidiary has moved for clarification of the ruling and intends to appeal if the court does not rule in its favor. However, in order to pursue the next level of appeal, the Brazilian subsidiary may be required to make a deposit or to provide a guarantee to the courts for the payment of the CIDE tax pending the outcome of the appeal. Based on the legal opinion of outside counsel, the Company believes that the chances of success on appeal of this matter are favorable and the Brazilian subsidiary intends to vigorously defend its position that the CIDE tax is not due. However, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome of this matter. The resolution of this litigation will not be material to the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity; however, it could be material to the Company’s operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period. In addition to the discussion regarding the CIDE tax above, the Company’s Brazilian subsidiary has been undergoing several examinations of non-income related taxes. Due to the complex nature of the Brazilian tax system, the Company is unable to determine the likelihood of these examinations resulting in assessments. Such assessments cannot be reasonably estimated at this time, but could be material to the Company’s consolidated results of operations for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period. However, the Company believes such assessments, if they were to occur, would not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity.

The Company is subject to various other legal proceedings and claims arising in the ordinary course of business. The Company’s management does not expect that the outcome in any of these other legal proceedings, individually or collectively, will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.

NOTE 9 — SEGMENT INFORMATION

Tech Data operates predominately in a single industry segment as a distributor of technology products, logistics management, and other value-added services. While the Company operates primarily in one industry, it is managed based on geographic segments: the Americas (including North America and South America) and Europe. The Company assesses performance of and makes decisions on how to allocate resources to its operating segments based on multiple factors including current and projected operating income and market opportunities. The Company does not consider stock-based compensation expense in assessing the performance of its operating segments, and therefore the Company is reporting stock-based compensation expense as a separate amount. The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in Note 1 — Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012     2011  
     (In thousands)  

Net sales to unaffiliated customers:

    

Americas

   $ 2,454,371      $ 2,615,805   

Europe

     3,441,190        3,716,323   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

   $ 5,895,561      $ 6,332,128   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income:

    

Americas

   $ 51,062      $ 47,873   

Europe

     32,611        30,277   

Stock-based compensation expense

     (2,780     (2,467
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

   $ 80,893      $ 75,683   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization:

    

Americas

   $ 3,782      $ 3,916   

Europe

     9,615        10,840   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

   $ 13,397      $ 14,756   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012      2011  
     (In thousands)  

Capital expenditures:

  

Americas

   $ 8,487       $ 3,268   

Europe

     3,650         3,775   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 12,137       $ 7,043   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Identifiable assets:

     

Americas

   $ 1,946,018       $ 2,080,856   

Europe

     3,698,165         4,401,174   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 5,644,183       $ 6,482,030   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Goodwill and acquisition-related intangible assets, net:

     

Americas

   $ 2,966       $ 2,966   

Europe

     149,382         127,500   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 152,348       $ 130,466   
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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ITEM 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

This Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, including this Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (“MD&A”), contains forward-looking statements, as described in the “safe harbor” provision of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties and actual results could differ materially from those projected. These forward-looking statements regarding future events and the future results of Tech Data Corporation are based on current expectations, estimates, forecasts, and projections about the industries in which we operate and the beliefs and assumptions of our management. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “targets,” “goals,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words, and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. In addition, any statements that refer to projections of our future financial performance, our anticipated growth and trends in our businesses, and other characterizations of future events or circumstances, are forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned that these forward-looking statements are only predictions and are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Therefore, actual results may differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Readers are referred to the cautionary statements and important factors discussed in Item 1A. Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2012 for further information. We undertake no obligation to revise or update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include the following:

 

   

global economic and political instability

 

   

competition

 

   

narrow margins

 

   

dependence on information systems

 

   

acquisitions and divestitures

 

   

exposure to natural disasters, war and terrorism

 

   

dependence on independent shipping companies

 

   

impact of policy changes

 

   

labor strikes

 

   

risk of declines in inventory value

 

   

product availability

 

   

vendor terms and conditions

 

   

loss of significant customers

 

   

customer credit exposure

 

   

need for liquidity and capital resources; fluctuations in interest rates

 

   

foreign currency exchange rates; exposure to foreign markets

 

   

international operations

 

   

changes in income tax and other regulatory legislation

 

   

potential adverse effects of litigation or regulatory enforcement actions

 

   

changes in accounting rules

 

   

volatility of common stock price

Overview

Tech Data is one of the world’s largest wholesale distributors of technology products. We serve as an indispensable link in the technology supply chain by bringing products from the world’s leading technology vendors to market, as well as providing our customers with advanced logistics capabilities and value-added services. Our customers include value-added resellers (“VARs”) direct marketers, retailers and corporate resellers who support the diverse technology needs of end users. We manage our business in two geographic segments: the Americas (including North America and South America) and Europe.

 

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The Company’s financial objectives are to grow sales at or above the market rate of growth for technology products, gain share in select markets, improve profitability, generate positive cash flow, and earn a return on invested capital above our weighted average cost of capital. To achieve this, we are focused on a strategy of execution, diversification and innovation that we believe differentiates our business in the marketplace.

The fundamental element of our strategy is superior execution. Our execution strategy is supported by our highly efficient logistics infrastructure, combined with our multiple service offerings, to generate demand, develop markets and provide supply chain services for our vendors and customers. The technology distribution industry in which we operate is characterized by narrow gross profit as a percentage of sales (“gross margin”) and narrow income from operations as a percentage of sales (“operating margin”). Historically, our gross and operating margins have been impacted by intense price competition and declining average selling prices per unit, as well as changes in terms and conditions with our vendors, including those terms related to rebates, price protection, product returns and other incentives. We expect these conditions to continue in the foreseeable future and, therefore, we will continue to proactively evaluate our pricing policies and inventory management practices in response to potential changes in our vendor terms and conditions and the general market environment. From a balance sheet perspective, we require working capital primarily to finance accounts receivable and inventory. We have historically relied upon debt, trade credit from our vendors, and accounts receivable financing programs for our working capital needs. At April 30, 2012, we had a debt to total capital ratio (calculated as total debt divided by the aggregate of total debt and total equity) of 4.0%.

In addition to driving superior execution, we continue to diversify and realign our customer and product portfolios to improve long-term profitability throughout our operations. Our broadline distribution business, characterized as high volume, more commoditized offerings, and comprised primarily of personal computer systems, peripherals, supplies and other similar products, continues to be the foundation of our business and represents a significant percentage of our revenue. However, as technology advances, we have continued to evolve our business model, product mix, and value-added offerings in order to provide our vendors with the most efficient distribution channel for their products, and our customers with a broad array of innovative solutions to sell. We have responded to a changing IT landscape with investments in higher growth specialty areas, including the data center, software, consumer electronics and mobility, all of which now contribute significantly to our financial results. Finally, another strategic area of investment for us is our integrated supply chain services designed to provide innovative third party logistics and other offerings to our business partners. Our evolving mix of products, services, customers and geographies have played a key role in delivering balanced operating results, and are important factors in achieving our strategic financial goals. As we execute our diversification strategy we continuously monitor the extension of credit and other terms and conditions offered to our customers to prudently balance risk, profitability and return on invested capital.

The final tenet of our strategy is innovation. Our IT systems and e-business tools and programs have provided our business with the flexibility to effectively navigate fluctuations in market conditions, structural changes in the technology industry, as well as changes created by products we sell. An example of our investment in innovation and one that we believe is providing us with the flexibility to meet the demands of the ever-evolving technology market, is our continued deployment of internal IT systems across both the Americas and Europe. We believe our pan-European IT systems provide us with a competitive advantage allowing us to drive efficiencies throughout our business while delivering innovative solutions for our business partners. In the past, we have implemented several components of our European IT systems into our North American IT infrastructure, including standardizing our North American financial systems and logistics network on SAP. Throughout the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we continued to deploy core applications currently operating our European business into our Americas region and continued to invest in our IT infrastructure in Europe, with such actions planned to continue throughout fiscal 2013. While we have had numerous successful IT system implementations to date in both Europe and in the Americas, we can make no assurances that we will not have disruptions, delays and/or negative operational impacts from these ongoing implementations.

We believe our strategy of execution, diversification and innovation is differentiating us in the markets we serve and is delivering solid sales growth, select market share gains, higher earnings per share, positive operating cash flow, and industry-leading returns on invested capital. We are constantly monitoring the factors that we can control, including our net sales growth, management of costs, working capital and capital spending. We also continuously evaluate the current and potential profitability and return on our investments in all geographies and consider changes in current and future investments based on risks, opportunities and current and anticipated market conditions. In connection with these evaluations, we may incur additional costs to the extent we decide to increase or decrease our investments in certain geographies. We will also continue to evaluate targeted strategic investments across our operations and new business opportunities and will continue to invest in those markets and product segments we believe provide us with the greatest opportunities for profitable growth.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements and Legislation

Refer to Note 1 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for the discussion on recent accounting pronouncements.

 

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Results of Operations

We do not consider stock-based compensation expense in assessing the performance of our operating segments, and therefore the Company reports stock-based compensation expense separately. The following table summarizes our net sales, change in net sales and operating income by geographic region for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011:

 

     Three months ended
April 30, 2012
  Three months ended
April 30, 2011
     $     % of net sales   $     % of net sales

Net sales by geographic region ($ in thousands):

        

Americas

   $ 2,454,371        41.6%   $ 2,615,805           41.3%

Europe

     3,441,190        58.4%     3,716,323           58.7%
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

   

 

Worldwide

   $ 5,895,561      100.0%   $ 6,332,128         100.0%
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

   

 

               Three months
ended
April 30,
2012
    Three months
ended
April 30,
2011

Year-over-year (decrease) increase in net sales (%):

        

Americas

         (6.2)%           6.2%

Europe (US$)

         (7.4)%         17.7%

Europe (euro)

         (1.5)%         13.5%

Worldwide

         (6.9)%         12.7%
     Three months ended
April 30, 2012
  Three months ended
April 30, 2011
     $     % of net sales   $     % of net sales

Operating income ($ in thousands):

        

Americas

   $ 51,062      2.08%   $ 47,873         1.83%

Europe

     32,611      0.95%     30,277         0.81%

Stock-based compensation expense

     (2,780   (0.05)%     (2,467      (0.04)%
  

 

 

     

 

 

   

Worldwide

   $ 80,893      1.37%   $ 75,683         1.20%
  

 

 

     

 

 

   

We sell products purchased from the world’s leading peripheral, system, software and networking vendors. Products purchased from Hewlett Packard Company approximated 24% of our net sales over the past four fiscal quarters. There were no other vendors or any customers that exceeded 10% of our consolidated net sales over the past four fiscal quarters.

The following table sets forth our Consolidated Statement of Income as a percentage of net sales for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011, as follows:

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012     2011  

Net sales

     100.00     100.00

Cost of products sold

     94.57        94.73   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     5.43        5.27   

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     4.06        4.07   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income

     1.37        1.20   

Interest expense

     0.05        0.14   

Other expense, net

     0.02        0.01   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income before income taxes

     1.30        1.05   

Provision for income taxes

     0.39        0.28   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Consolidated net income

     0.91        0.77   

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

     (0.03     0.00   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income attributable to shareholders of Tech Data Corporation

     0.88     0.77
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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Three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011

Net Sales

Our consolidated net sales were $5.9 billion in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, a decrease of 6.9% when compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The weakening of certain foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar negatively impacted our year-over-year net sales comparison by approximately four percentage points. On a regional basis, during the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net sales in the Americas decreased by 6.2% when compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012 and decreased by 7.4% in Europe (a decrease of 1.5% on a euro basis).

In the first quarter of fiscal 2013, we prospectively revised our presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts such that these revenues are now being presented on an agency basis as net fees, as compared to presenting gross revenues and costs of sales in prior periods. On a gross basis, these contracts would have contributed approximately $200.4 million to our net sales in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, which negatively impacted the year-over-year consolidated net sales growth comparison by approximately three percentage points. This change had no impact on gross profit dollars, operating income dollars, net income dollars or earnings per share for any fiscal periods reported. In addition, our growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 was negatively impacted by approximately one percentage point due to the closure of our in-country operations in Brazil and Colombia at the end of fiscal 2012. We continue to serve both the Brazilian and Colombian markets through our Miami-based export business. Excluding the impact of the prospective presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, the closure of our in-country operations in Brazil and Colombia and the negative impact of the weakening of certain foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar during the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net sales increased by approximately one percentage point in comparison with the same period of the prior fiscal year.

During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net sales in the Americas were $2.5 billion, a decrease of 6.2% when compared to the first quarter of the prior-year. The prospective revision in presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts negatively impacted the Americas’ first quarter fiscal 2013 net sales growth by approximately $102.8 million, which negatively impacted our year-over-year Americas net sales growth by four percentage points. The closure of our in-country operations in Brazil and Colombia negatively impacted the Americas’ first quarter fiscal 2013 net sales growth by approximately four percentage points. Excluding the impact of the prospective presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and the closure of our in-country operations in Brazil and Colombia, year-over-year net sales in the Americas increased by approximately two percentage points in comparison with the same period of the prior fiscal year, reflecting the relatively stable demand in the region.

During the first quarter of fiscal 2013, net sales in Europe were $3.4 billion, a decrease of 7.4% when compared to the first quarter of the prior year (a decrease of 1.5% on a euro basis). The prospective revision in presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts negatively impacted Europe’s first quarter fiscal 2013 net sales growth by approximately $97.6 million (74.0 million in euros). Excluding the impact of the prospective presentation of sales of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts in the first quarter of fiscal 2013, year-over-year net sales in Europe increased one percentage point on a euro basis. This one percent increase is due to strong demand in certain European markets, such as Germany, France and the U.K., being offset by weaker demand in the southern and eastern regions.

Gross Profit

Gross profit as a percentage of net sales (“gross margin”) during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 was 5.43%, an increase of 16 basis points over the 5.27% gross margin in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. As discussed above, the prospective revision of the presentation of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts had no impact on gross profit dollars but positively impacted the gross margin percentage by approximately 18 basis points. Excluding the impact of the revision of the presentation of vendor warranty services and certain fulfillment contracts, our gross margin was relatively stable compared to last year. This stability in our year-over-year gross margin in spite of difficult economic environments in certain markets is indicative of our product diversification efforts, disciplined approach to managing our customer and vendor portfolios and effective execution of our pricing management practices.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses (“SG&A”)

SG&A as a percentage of net sales was 4.06% for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to 4.07% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The change in our presentation of sales of vendor warranty service and certain fulfillment contracts discussed above negatively impacted our SG&A as a percentage of net sales by approximately 13 basis points.

In absolute dollars, SG&A decreased by $18.5 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The year-over-year decrease in SG&A is primarily attributable to the weakening of certain foreign currencies against the U.S. dollar, a net gain of $3.7 million associated with a legal settlement in the Americas and a decrease in SG&A resulting from the closure of our in-country operations in Brazil and Colombia at the end of fiscal 2012.

 

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Interest Expense

Interest expense decreased 64.5% to $3.1 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to $8.6 million in the first quarter of the prior year. The decrease in interest expense for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 is primarily attributable to the repayment of the $350.0 million convertible senior debentures in December 2011, which represented $4.9 million of the interest expense in the first quarter of fiscal 2012, and a decrease in the average outstanding revolving credit loan balances in comparison with the same period of the prior year.

Other Expense, Net

Other expense, net, consists primarily of interest income, discounts on the sale of accounts receivable and net foreign currency exchange gains and losses on certain financing transactions and the related derivative instruments used to hedge such financing transactions. Other expense, net, approximated $1.3 million of expense in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to $0.7 million of expense in the first quarter of the prior year. The change in other expense, net, during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to the same period of the prior year is primarily attributable to an increase in the premiums associated with foreign currency forward contracts, a greater discount expense on the sale of accounts receivable, and a decrease in interest income, resulting from a decrease in the average short-term cash investment balances and compared to the same period of the prior year.

Provision for Income Taxes

Our effective tax rate was 29.9% in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 and 26.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. The increase in the effective rate for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to the same period of the prior year is primarily the result of the relative mix of earnings and losses within the tax jurisdictions in which we operate.

On an absolute dollar basis, the provision for income taxes increased 30.0% to $23.0 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to $17.7 million in the same period of fiscal 2012. The increase in the provision for income taxes in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 was primarily due to an increase in taxable earnings in certain countries in which we operate compared to the same period of fiscal 2012.

The effective tax rate differed from the U.S. federal statutory rate of 35.0% during these periods primarily due to the relative mix of earnings or losses within the tax jurisdictions in which we operate such as: i) losses in tax jurisdictions where we are not able to record a tax benefit; ii) earnings in tax jurisdictions where we have previously recorded a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets; and iii) earnings in lower-tax jurisdictions for which no U.S. taxes have been provided because such earnings are planned to be reinvested indefinitely outside the United States.

The overall effective tax rate will continue to be dependent upon the geographic distribution of our earnings or losses, changes in tax laws, or interpretations of these laws in our operating jurisdictions. We monitor the assumptions used in estimating the annual effective tax rate and make adjustments, if required, throughout the year. If actual results differ from the assumptions used in estimating our annual effective income tax rates, future income tax expense could be materially affected.

Our future effective tax rates could be adversely affected by lower earnings than anticipated in countries with lower statutory rates, changes in the relative mix of taxable income and taxable loss jurisdictions, changes in the valuation of our deferred tax assets or liabilities, or changes in tax laws or interpretations thereof. In addition, our income tax returns are subject to continuous examination by the Internal Revenue Service and other tax authorities. We regularly assess the likelihood of adverse outcomes from these examinations to determine the adequacy of our provision for income taxes. To the extent we prevail in matters for which accruals have been established or we are required to pay amounts in excess of such accruals, our effective tax rate could be materially affected.

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest was $1.8 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to less than $0.1 million for the same period of the prior year. The net income attributable to noncontrolling interest represents Brightstar Corporation’s share of the improved operating results of Brightstar Europe Limited, a joint venture between Tech Data and Brightstar Corporation, as the joint venture is a consolidated subsidiary in our financial statements.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Our discussion of liquidity and capital resources includes an analysis of our cash flows and capital structure for all periods presented.

Cash Flows

The following table summarizes our Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011:

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012     2011  
     (In thousands)  

Net cash flow provided by (used in):

    

Operating activities

   $ 8,070      $ (53,467

Investing activities

     (20,919     (8,143

Financing activities

     (52,484     (45,684

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     7,193        35,666   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

   $ (58,140   $ (71,628
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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As a distribution company, our business requires significant investment in working capital, particularly accounts receivable and inventory, partially financed through our accounts payable to vendors. Overall, as our sales volume increases, our net investment in working capital typically increases, which, in general, results in decreased cash flow from operating activities. Conversely, when sales volume decreases, our net investment in working capital typically decreases, which, in general, results in increased cash flow from operating activities.

Another important driver to our operating cash flows is our cash conversion cycle (also referred to as “net cash days”). Our net cash days are defined as days of sales outstanding in accounts receivable (“DSO”) plus days of supply on hand in inventory (“DOS”), less days of purchases outstanding in accounts payable (“DPO”). We manage our cash conversion cycle on a daily basis and our reported financial results reflect that cash conversion cycle at the balance sheet date.

The following table presents the components of our cash conversion cycle, in days, as of April 30, 2012 and 2011:

 

     Three months ended
April 30,
 
     2012     2011  

Days of sales outstanding

     41       42  

Days of supply in inventory

     32        35  

Days of purchases outstanding

     (48     (47
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash conversion cycle (days)

     25        30  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by operating activities was $8.1 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to $53.5 million of cash used in operating activities for the same period of the prior year. The change in cash resulting from operating activities during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 compared to the same period of the prior year can be attributed primarily to improved working capital management and the timing of cash receipts from our customers and payments to our vendors. Income taxes paid during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 includes payment of a $28.7 million deferred tax liability related to the $350 million convertible senior debentures repaid in December 2011. Our cash conversion cycle of 25 days as of April 30, 2012, remains within our acceptable range.

Net cash used in investing activities of $20.9 million during the first three months of fiscal 2013 is primarily the result of $12.1 million of expenditures for the continuing expansion and upgrading of our IT systems, office facilities and equipment for our logistics centers and $8.8 million for earnout and installment payments on acquisitions made in the prior fiscal year. We expect to make total capital expenditures of approximately $40.0 million during fiscal 2013 for equipment and machinery in our logistics centers, office facilities and IT systems.

Net cash used in financing activities of $52.5 million during the first three months of fiscal 2013 includes $37.6 million of cash used for the repurchase of shares of our common stock under our share repurchase program and other share repurchases, $17.5 million of net repayments on our revolving credit lines and long-term debt and $4.6 million return of capital to our joint venture partner, partially offset by $2.7 million in proceeds received for the reissuance of treasury stock related to exercises of equity-based incentives and purchases made through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Capital Resources and Debt Compliance

Our debt to total capital ratio was 4.0% at April 30, 2012. We believe this conservative approach to our capital structure will continue to support us in a global economic environment that remains uncertain. Within our capital structure, we have a range of financing facilities, which are diversified by type and geographic region with various financial institutions. A significant portion of our cash and cash equivalents balance generally resides in our operations outside of the United States and are deposited and/or invested with various financial institutions which we monitor regularly for credit quality. However, we are exposed to risk of loss on funds deposited with the various financial institutions and we may experience significant disruptions in our liquidity needs if one or more of these financial institutions were to declare bankruptcy or other similar restructuring. We believe that our existing sources of liquidity, including cash resources and cash provided by operating activities, supplemented as necessary with funds available under our credit

 

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arrangements, will provide sufficient resources to meet our working capital and cash requirements for at least the next 12 months. Changes in our credit rating or other market factors may increase our interest expense or other costs of capital or capital may no longer be available to us on acceptable terms to fund our working capital needs. The inability to obtain sufficient capital could have an adverse effect on the Company’s business. The Company’s credit facilities contain various financial and other covenants that may limit the Company’s ability to borrow or limit the Company’s flexibility in responding to business conditions.

The following is a detailed discussion of our various financing facilities.

Convertible Senior Debentures

In December 2006, we issued $350.0 million of 2.75% convertible senior debentures due 2026. In accordance with the terms of the debentures, in November 2011, we announced our election to fully redeem the debentures on December 20, 2011, at a redemption price equal to the principal amount of the debentures plus any accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the redemption date.

As of January 31, 2012, all of the debentures had either been redeemed by us or put to us and there were no debentures outstanding. We funded the repayment of the debentures with available cash and our $500.0 million Credit Agreement, discussed below.

Loans Payable to Brightstar Corporation

As of April 30, 2012, we have two loans payable to our joint venture partner, Brightstar. The first loan was executed in October 2010, when Brightstar entered into an agreement to loan BEL its share of the funding requirements related to BEL’s acquisition of MCC (the “Acquisition Loan”). The outstanding balance of the Acquisition Loan from Brightstar, plus any accrued interest, has a repayment date of September 2015, or earlier if agreed between the two parties, and bears interest at the applicable LIBOR rate plus 4.0% per year, which is payable annually on October 1. The Acquisition Loan at April 30, 2012 totaled $15.1 million. The second loan is an interest-free revolving credit loan issued in connection with BEL’s operations (the “Brightstar Revolver”). The terms of the Brightstar Revolver contain no contractual repayment date and allow the revolving credit loan to increase or decrease in accordance with the working capital requirements of BEL, as determined by the Company. The amount outstanding under the Brightstar Revolver at April 30, 2012 totaled $36.7 million. Effective October 2010, a resolution of BEL’s board was approved stating that the Brightstar Revolver will not be repaid for the foreseeable future and therefore this revolving credit loan has been classified as long-term debt in our Consolidated Balance Sheet at both April 30, 2012 and January 31, 2012.

Other Credit Facilities

In September 2011, we entered into a $500.0 million Credit Agreement with a syndicate of banks (the “Credit Agreement”), which replaced our $250.0 million Multi-currency Revolving Credit Facility scheduled to expire in March 2012. The Credit Agreement, among other things, i) provides for a maturity date of September 27, 2016, ii) provides for an interest rate on borrowings, facility fees and letter of credit fees based on our non-credit enhanced senior unsecured debt rating as determined by Standard & Poor’s Rating Service and Moody’s Investor Service, and iii) may be increased up to $750.0 million, subject to certain conditions. The Credit Agreement includes various covenants, limitations and events of default customary for similar facilities for similarly rated borrowers, including a maximum debt to capitalization ratio and minimum interest coverage. We have also provided a guarantee of certain of our significant subsidiaries. We pay interest on advances under the Credit Agreement at the applicable LIBOR rate plus a predetermined margin that is based on our debt rating. There are no amounts outstanding under either of these facilities at either April 30, 2012 or January 31, 2012, respectively.

As of April 20, 2012, we maintained a Receivables Securitization Program with a syndicate of banks that allows us to transfer an undivided interest in a designated pool of U.S. accounts receivable, on an ongoing basis, to provide security or collateral for borrowings up to a maximum of $400.0 million. The program will expire in December 2012 and we will pay interest on advances under the Receivables Securitization Program at the applicable commercial paper or LIBOR rate plus an agreed-upon margin. There are no amounts outstanding under this program at either April 30, 2012 or January 31, 2012.

In addition to the facilities described above, we have various other committed and uncommitted lines of credit and overdraft facilities totaling approximately $543.6 million at April 30, 2012 to support our operations. Most of these facilities are provided on an unsecured, short-term basis and are reviewed periodically for renewal.

In consideration of the financial covenants discussed below, our maximum borrowing availability on the credit facilities is approximately $1.4 billion, of which $30.4 million was outstanding at April 30, 2012. Our credit facilities contain limitations on the amounts of annual dividends and repurchases of common stock. Additionally, the credit facilities require compliance with certain warranties and covenants. The financial ratio covenants contained within the credit facilities include a debt to capitalization ratio and a minimum interest coverage ratio. At April 30, 2012, we were in compliance with all such covenants. The ability to draw funds under these credit facilities is dependent upon sufficient collateral (in the case of the Receivables Securitization Program) and meeting the aforementioned financial covenants, which may limit our ability to draw the full amount of these facilities. At April 30, 2012, we had also issued standby letters of credit of $75.8 million. These letters of credit typically act as a guarantee of payment to certain third parties in accordance with specified terms and conditions. The issuance of these letters of credit reduces our available capacity under the above-mentioned facilities by the same amount.

 

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In September 2011, we filed a shelf registration statement with the Securities and Exchange Commission for the issuance of debt securities. The net proceeds from any issuance of debt securities are expected to be used for general corporate purposes, including the repayment or refinancing of debt, capital expenditures and to meet working capital needs. As of April 30, 2012, we had not issued any debt securities under this shelf registration statement, nor can any assurances be given that we will issue any debt securities under this registration statement in the future.

Share Repurchase Programs

During the three months ended April 30, 2012, we repurchased 853,233 shares of our common stock, comprised of 782,955 shares purchased in connection with the Company’s share repurchase program under the Company’s current $100.0 million share repurchase program authorized by the Board of Directors in November 2011 and 70,278 shares purchased outside of the stock repurchase program related to the exercise of an employee’s equity incentives. During May 2012, the Company completed the $100.0 million share repurchase program approved by the Board of Directors in December 2011, and the Board of Directors authorized an additional share repurchase program for the purchase of up to $100.0 million of the Company’s common stock.

In conjunction with the Company’s current share repurchase program, a 10b5-1 plan was executed that instructs the broker selected by the Company to repurchase shares on behalf of the Company. The amount of common stock repurchased in accordance with the 10b5-1 plan on any given trading day is determined by a formula in the plan, which is based on the market price of the Company’s common stock. Shares repurchased by the Company are held in treasury for general corporate purposes, including issuances under equity incentive and benefit plans.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

Synthetic Lease Facility

We have a synthetic lease facility (the “Synthetic Lease”) with a group of financial institutions under which we lease certain logistics centers and office facilities from a third-party lessor. During the second quarter of fiscal 2009, we renewed our existing Synthetic Lease with a new lease agreement that expires in June 2013. Properties leased under the Synthetic Lease are located in Clearwater and Miami, Florida; Fort Worth, Texas; Fontana, California; Suwanee, Georgia; Swedesboro, New Jersey; and South Bend, Indiana. The Synthetic Lease has been accounted for as an operating lease and rental payments are calculated at the applicable LIBOR rate plus a margin based on our credit ratings.

During the first four years of the lease term, we may, at our option, purchase any combination of the seven properties, at an amount equal to each of the property’s cost, as long as the lease balance does not decrease below a defined amount. During the last year of the lease term, until 180 days prior to the lease expiration, we may, at our option, i) purchase a minimum of two of the seven properties, at an amount equal to each of the property’s cost, ii) exercise the option to renew the lease for a minimum of two of the seven properties or iii) exercise the option to remarket a minimum of two of the seven properties and cause a sale of the properties. If we elect to remarket the properties, we have guaranteed the lessor a percentage of the cost of each property, in the aggregate amount of approximately $107.4 million (the “residual value”). We have also provided a residual value guarantee related to the Synthetic Lease, which has been recorded at the estimated fair value of the residual guarantee.

The sum of future minimum lease payments under the Synthetic Lease is approximately $2.1 million at April 30, 2012. The Synthetic Lease contains covenants that must be complied with, similar to the covenants described in certain of the credit facilities. As of April 30, 2012, we were in compliance with all such covenants.

Guarantees

As is customary in the technology industry, to encourage certain customers to purchase product from us, we have arrangements with certain finance companies that provide inventory-financing facilities for our customers. In conjunction with certain of these arrangements, we have agreements with the finance companies that would require us to repurchase certain inventory, which might be repossessed from the customers by the finance companies. Due to various reasons, including among other items, the lack of information regarding the amount of saleable inventory purchased from us still on hand with the customer at any point in time, our repurchase obligations relating to inventory cannot be reasonably estimated. Repurchases of inventory by us under these arrangements have been insignificant to date. We also provide additional financial guarantees to finance companies on behalf of certain customers. The majority of these guarantees are for an indefinite period of time, where we would be required to perform if the customer is in default with the finance company related to purchases made from the Company. The Company reviews the underlying credit for these guarantees on at least an annual basis. As of April 30, 2012 and January 31, 2012, the aggregate amount of guarantees under these arrangements totaled $56.4 million and $65.4 million, respectively, of which $27.6 million and $28.4 million, respectively, was outstanding. We believe that, based on historical experience, the likelihood of a material loss pursuant to the above guarantees is remote.

 

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ITEM 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

For a description of the Company’s market risks, see “Item 7a. Qualitative and Quantitative Disclosures About Market Risk” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2012. No material changes have occurred in our market risks since January 31, 2012.

 

ITEM 4. Controls and Procedures

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

The Company’s management, with the participation of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures as of April 30, 2012. Based on that evaluation, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the Company’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of April 30, 2012.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

There were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) identified in connection with management’s evaluation during the first quarter of fiscal 2013 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, the Company’s internal control over financial reporting.

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. Legal Proceedings

Prior to fiscal 2004, one of the Company’s European subsidiaries was audited in relation to various value-added tax (“VAT”) matters. As a result of those audits, the subsidiary received notices of assessment that allege the subsidiary did not properly collect and remit VAT. It is management’s opinion, based upon the opinion of outside legal counsel, that the Company has valid defenses related to a substantial portion of these assessments. Although the Company is vigorously pursuing administrative and judicial action to challenge the assessments, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome. The resolution of such assessments will not be material to the Company’s consolidated financial position; however, it could be material to the Company’s operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period.

In December 2010, in a non-unanimous decision, a Brazilian appellate court overturned a 2003 trial court which had previously ruled in favor of the Company’s Brazilian subsidiary related to the imposition of certain taxes on payments abroad related to the licensing of commercial software products, commonly referred to as “CIDE tax”. The Company estimates the total exposure where the CIDE tax, including interest, may be considered due, to be approximately $29.9 million as of April 30, 2012. The Brazilian subsidiary has moved for clarification of the ruling and intends to appeal if the court does not rule in its favor. However, in order to pursue the next level of appeal, the Brazilian subsidiary may be required to make a deposit or to provide a guarantee to the courts for the payment of the CIDE tax pending the outcome of the appeal. Based on the legal opinion of outside counsel, the Company believes that the chances of success on appeal of this matter are favorable and the Brazilian subsidiary intends to vigorously defend its position that the CIDE tax is not due. However, no assurance can be given as to the ultimate outcome of this matter. The resolution of this litigation will not be material to the Company’s consolidated financial position or liquidity; however, it could be material to the Company’s operating results for any particular period, depending upon the level of income for such period.

The Company is subject to various other legal proceedings and claims arising in the ordinary course of business. The Company’s management does not expect that the outcome in any of these other legal proceedings, individually or collectively, will have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, or cash flows.

 

ITEM  1A. Risk Factors

In addition to other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I. Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2012, which could materially affect our business, financial position and results of operations. Risk factors which could cause actual results to differ materially from those suggested by forward-looking statements include but are not limited to those discussed or identified in this document, in our public filings with the SEC, and those incorporated by reference in Part I, Item 1A. “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2012.

 

ITEM 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use Of Proceeds

In conjunction with the Company’s current share repurchase program authorized in December 2011, a 10b5-1 plan was executed that instructs the broker selected by the Company to repurchase shares on behalf of the Company. The amount of common stock repurchased in accordance with the 10b5-1 plan on any given trading day is determined by a formula in the plan, which is based on the market price of the Company’s common stock. Shares repurchased by the Company are held in treasury for general corporate purposes, including issuances under equity incentive and benefit plans.

 

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The following table presents information with respect to purchases of common stock by the Company under the share repurchase program during the quarter ended April 30, 2012:

 

     Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities  

Period

   Total number of
shares  purchased
     Weighted
Average price  paid
per share
     Total number of  shares
purchased as part
of publicly announced
plan or programs
     Maximum dollar
value of shares
that may yet
be purchased under
the plan or programs
 

February 1 – February 28, 2012

     0       $ 0         0      

March 1 – March 31, 2012 (1)

     150,278       $ 53.91         80,000      

April 1 – April 30, 2012

     702,955       $ 53.39         702,955      
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

     853,233       $ 53.48         782,955       $ 43,227,865   
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

(1) Represents 80,000 shares repurchased under the Company’s share repurchase program at a weighted average price of $54.48 and 70,278 shares purchased outside of the share repurchase program, related to the exercise of an employee’s equity incentives, at a weighted average price of $53.27 per share. The weighted average price per share is based on the closing price of the Company’s stock on the date of purchase.

During May 2012, the Company completed the $100.0 million share repurchase program discussed above and the Board of Directors authorized an additional share repurchase program for the purchase of up to $100.0 million of the Company’s common stock.

 

ITEM 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

Not applicable.

 

ITEM  4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

 

ITEM 5. Other Information

The Company held its Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 30, 2012. The following matters set forth in our Proxy Statement dated April 20, 2012, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to Regulation 14A under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, were voted upon with the results indicated below:

1. The nominees listed below were elected directors, all with terms to expire in 2015, with the respective votes set forth opposite their names:

 

     For      Against      Abstain      Broker non-votes  

Kathleen Misunas

     35,917,474         1,560,218         27,679         1,369,654   

Thomas I. Morgan

     35,909,863         1,565,649         29,859         1,369,654   

Steven A. Raymund

     36,018,938         1,457,203         29,230         1,369,654   

Directors Charles E. Adair, Harry J. Harczak, Jr., Robert M. Dutkowsky, Jeffery P. Howells, Savio W. Tung and David M. Upton will continue in office for their respective terms. Director Maximilian Ardelt will retire from the Board at the Annual Meeting on May 30, 2012.

2. The shareholders ratified the selection of Ernst & Young LLP as the Company’s independent registered certified public accounting firm for fiscal year 2013.

 

For

  

Against

  

Abstain

38,202,058

  

646,455

  

26,512

 

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3. The voting results on an advisory vote to approve the compensation of the Company’s named executive officers as disclosed in the Company’s 2012 Proxy Statement are set forth below:

 

For

 

Against

 

Abstain

 

Broker non-votes

35,978,623

 

1,470,547

 

56,201

 

1,369,654

4. The voting results on the approval of the Executive Bonus Plan are set forth below:

 

For

 

Against

 

Abstain

 

Broker non-votes

36,933,915

 

512,609

 

58,847

 

1,369,654

 

ITEM 6. Exhibits

 

10-BBn    Executive Bonus Plan, approved by Shareholders at 2012 Annual Meeting
31-A    Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), as Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
31-B    Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a), as Adopted Pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32-A    Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
32-B    Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as Adopted Pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
101    Interactive data files pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T: (i) Consolidated Balance Sheet as of April 30, 2012 and January 31, 2012; (ii) Consolidated Statement of Income for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011 ; (iii) Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011 ; (iv) Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows for the three months ended April 30, 2012 and 2011 ; and (v) Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements, detail tagged

 

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

T ECH D ATA C ORPORATION

            (Registrant)

 

Signature

  

Title

 

Date

/ S /    R OBERT M. D UTKOWSKY        

   Chief Executive Officer; Director   May 30, 2012
Robert M. Dutkowsky     

/ S /    J EFFERY P. H OWELLS        

   Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer; Director (principal financial officer)   May 30, 2012
Jeffery P. Howells     

/ S /    J OSEPH B. T REPANI        

   Senior Vice President and Corporate Controller (principal accounting officer)   May 30, 2012
Joseph B. Trepani     

 

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Exhibit 10-BBn

TECH DATA CORPORATION

EXECUTIVE INCENTIVE BONUS PLAN

(Approved by shareholders on May 30, 2012)

(Amended and Restated by administrative action as of March 26, 2008)

 

Purpose:

  The Executive Incentive Bonus Plan (“Plan”) governs the payment of cash bonuses to the Company’s named executive officers and all other Section 16 officers (“Executives”). This Plan provides for the payment of annual cash bonuses following the close of each fiscal year based on the achievement of specified performance goals.

Eligibility:

  Executives selected by the Compensation Committee. Except as otherwise provided in this Plan, only those Executives who are actively employed by the Company through the last day of the fiscal year (“Participants”) are eligible to participate in this Plan.

Administration:

 

The Plan is administered by the Compensation Committee. The Compensation Committee shall designate employees eligible to receive bonuses, and shall determine specific bonus targets within the criteria established in this Plan, achievement, and how and when bonuses will be paid. The Compensation Committee shall interpret and apply the Plan and may make adjustments or changes to bonuses at any time at its discretion. All decisions made by the Compensation Committee shall be final.

 

Bonuses for the Chief Executive Officer will be recommended by the Compensation Committee to the independent members of the Board of Directors for approval.

Performance Period:

  The Plan’s performance period commences and ends concurrent with the Company’s fiscal year (the “Performance Period”).

Process:

 

Within ninety days of the start of each fiscal year, the Compensation Committee shall designate which of the performance criteria set forth in this Plan will be used and shall establish specific performance targets under which a bonus could be paid to a Participant, the appropriate weight of each performance target, and the range to measure satisfaction or achievement, in whole or in part, of the performance targets. Relevant measures are determined based on the Participant’s span of influence, responsibility, and such other factors the Compensation Committee deem relevant to motivate and retain Participants.

 

At the end of the performance period, the Compensation Committee shall evaluate the extent to which the specific performance targets were attained and make individual awards based on performance against the pre-established goals. The maximum annual individual award allowed under this Plan is $4,000,000.

Performance Criteria:

  The Compensation Committee shall select one, or any combination, of the following performance criteria as the Committee deems appropriate: (i) earnings per share; (ii) net income; (iii) return on sales; (iv) total shareholder return; (v) return on assets; (vi) economic value added; (vii) cash flow; (viii) return on equity; (ix) return on capital employed; (x) return on invested capital; (xi) operating income on a country, regional, worldwide or consolidated basis; (xii) operating income percentage on a country, regional, worldwide or consolidated basis; (xiii) cash days; (xiv) revenue growth; (xv) contribution margin; (xvi) non-GAAP measure of any of these performance criteria as more specifically defined by the Committee; and (xvii) achievement of other explicit strategic objectives or milestones.


Performance Payouts:

  The performance – payout relationships for performance measures are set by the Compensation Committee. The payout may be increased in accordance with pre-established ratios if established targets are exceeded, or conversely, if established targets are not met, the payout may be reduced to zero. In addition, the Compensation Committee may, at any time in its absolute discretion, decrease the payout to be made under this Plan to any Participant.

Compensation Changes:

  Target incentives consist of non-discretionary awards and are calculated as a percentage of base salary. Changes to base salary during the year, other than annual merit increases, impact the related target incentive on a prorated basis using days remaining in the fiscal year in the numerator and total days in the fiscal year in the denominator.

Payments:

 

Each Participant shall receive a single lump sum cash payment during the fiscal year that immediately follows the Performance Period in which it was earned; provided, however, no Participant shall receive any payment unless and until the annual approval of achievement of the bonus targets has been made by the Compensation Committee, or as otherwise approved by the Compensation Committee.

 

Any payments made under this Plan shall not be treated as a “deferral of compensation” (as such term is described in § 1.409A-1(b) of the Treasury Regulations) if such payment is paid no later than two and one-half (2  1 / 2 ) months after the end of the taxable year of the Participant in which the payment is no longer subject to a “substantial risk of forfeiture” (as such term is described in § 1.409A-1(d) of the Treasury Regulations).”

Payments in the Event of:

 

Death :

  In the event a Participant dies during the Performance Period, the Company will pay the Participant’s target incentive to the Participant’s beneficiary as indicated in the employer paid basic life insurance coverage. Payment will be made concurrent with all other payments under the Plan.

Disability :

  In the event a Participant is terminated due to an inability to return from an approved leave under the Company’s Short-Term Disability Plan, the Company will pay the Participant’s target incentive to the Participant prorated based on date of separation. Payment will be made concurrent with all other payments under the Plan.

Severance :

  In the event a Participant’s employment is involuntarily terminated, a Participant’s eligibility for a payout under this Plan will be determined under the terms of the Executive Severance Plan.

Reduction in Force:

  In the event a Participant is terminated as part of a reduction in force, a Participant’s eligibility for a payout under this Plan will be determined under the terms of the Executive Severance Plan.

Voluntary Resignation:

  In the event a Participant voluntarily resigns, the Participant will receive no payout under this Plan.

Termination For Cause:

  In the event a Participant is terminated for cause, the Participant will receive no payout under this Plan.

162(m):

  It is the intention that the Plan be administered to comply with Section 162(m) of the Internal Revenue Code, as it may be modified from time to time. However, the Compensation Committee may decide to set a target bonus or make a bonus award that does not qualify under Section 162(m).

Termination and Amendments:

  The Compensation Committee may amend or terminate this Plan in any manner and at any time. This Plan does not preclude the Company from adopting or continuing other compensation arrangements that may apply generally or may apply only in specific cases provided, however, that any such amendment or termination shall be made in a manner, and shall be construed so as, to comply with the requirements of Section 409A of the Internal Revenue Code and the Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder.

Exhibit 31-A

Certification of Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to

Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a)

As Adopted Pursuant to

Section 302 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

I, Robert M. Dutkowsky, certify that:

 

1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Tech Data Corporation (the “registrant”);

 

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)), and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

 

  a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

  b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

 

  c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

  d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

  a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

  b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: May 30, 2012

 

/S/    ROBERT M. DUTKOWSKY        

Robert M. Dutkowsky
Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 31-B

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to

Exchange Act Rules 13a-14(a) and 15d-14(a)

As Adopted Pursuant to

Section 302 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

I, Jeffery P. Howells, certify that:

 

1. I have reviewed this quarterly report on Form 10-Q of Tech Data Corporation (the “registrant”);

 

2. Based on my knowledge, this report does not contain any untrue statement of a material fact or omit to state a material fact necessary to make the statements made, in light of the circumstances under which such statements were made, not misleading with respect to the period covered by this report;

 

3. Based on my knowledge, the financial statements, and other financial information included in this report, fairly present in all material respects the financial condition, results of operations and cash flows of the registrant as of, and for, the periods presented in this report;

 

4. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I are responsible for establishing and maintaining disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e)), and internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f)) for the registrant and have:

 

  a) Designed such disclosure controls and procedures, or caused such disclosure controls and procedures to be designed under our supervision, to ensure that material information relating to the registrant, including its consolidated subsidiaries, is made known to us by others within those entities, particularly during the period in which this report is being prepared;

 

  b) Designed such internal control over financial reporting, or caused such internal control over financial reporting to be designed under our supervision, to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles;

 

  c) Evaluated the effectiveness of the registrant’s disclosure controls and procedures and presented in this report our conclusions about the effectiveness of the disclosure controls and procedures, as of the end of the period covered by this report based on such evaluation; and

 

  d) Disclosed in this report any change in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting that occurred during the registrant’s most recent fiscal quarter that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting; and

 

5. The registrant’s other certifying officer and I have disclosed, based on our most recent evaluation of internal control over financial reporting, to the registrant’s auditors and the audit committee of the registrant’s board of directors (or persons performing the equivalent functions):

 

  a) All significant deficiencies and material weaknesses in the design or operation of internal control over financial reporting which are reasonably likely to adversely affect the registrant’s ability to record, process, summarize and report financial information; and

 

  b) Any fraud, whether or not material, that involves management or other employees who have a significant role in the registrant’s internal control over financial reporting.

Date: May 30, 2012

 

/S/    JEFFERY P. HOWELLS        

Jeffery P. Howells

Executive Vice President and

Chief Financial Officer

Exhibit 32-A

Certification of Chief Executive Officer

Pursuant to

18 U.S.C. Section 1350,

As Adopted Pursuant to

Section 906 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

I, Robert M. Dutkowsky, Chief Executive Officer of Tech Data Corporation (the “Company”), certify, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, that, to my knowledge:

 

  (i) The Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Tech Data Corporation for the quarter ended April 30, 2012, (the “Report”) fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m); and

 

  (ii) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

Dated: May 30, 2012

 

/S/    ROBERT M. DUTKOWSKY        

Robert M. Dutkowsky
Chief Executive Officer

Exhibit 32-B

Certification of Chief Financial Officer

Pursuant to

18 U.S.C. Section 1350,

As Adopted Pursuant to

Section 906 of The Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002

I, Jeffery P. Howells, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Tech Data Corporation (the “Company”), certify, pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, that, to my knowledge:

 

  (i) The Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of Tech Data Corporation for the quarter ended April 30, 2012, (the “Report”) fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m); and

 

  (ii) The information contained in the Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

Dated: May 30, 2012

 

/S/    JEFFERY P. HOWELLS        

Jeffery P. Howells

Executive Vice President and

Chief Financial Officer