The Living Urn Continues its International Expansion and Launches in the UK

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Biolife, LLC is excited to announce the launch of the Living Urn UK, a new strategic operational base located in Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom. The Living Urn UK was established to directly cater to the growing demand throughout the UK for Biolife’s proprietary and market leading line of eco-friendly <a target="_blank"…

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, Colo., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Biolife, LLC is excited to announce the launch of the Living Urn UK, a new strategic operational base located in Hertfordshire in the United Kingdom. The Living Urn UK was established to directly cater to the growing demand throughout the UK for Biolife’s proprietary and market leading line of eco-friendly bio urns and services. The Living Urn UK will now make it easy for families and funeral homes to purchase all Living Urn products, on-demand, including The Living Urn tree burial urn and planting system, the Eco Scattering Urn, Eco Water Urn, Eco Burial, and the new Ecorial App, which allows families to permanently record a loved ones resting place in nature on the Memory Map and build an online memorial for future generations to access.

Dean Graves, Managing Partner of Living Urn UK commented, «We’re extremely excited about the massive opportunity in the UK, not only with The Living Urn, but with our entire portfolio of truly unique eco-friendly cremation urns. We believe the UK represents a large and growing market for our products and services that provide families with a wide range of options to have more meaningful, memorable, and personal memorial experiences in nature. In addition, the Ecorial App is a one-of-a-kind platform that allows families in the UK to «mark the spot» of their loved one’s memorial in nature with ease and create a beautiful online memorial to honor their loved one’s memory and establish a permanent record for future generations.»

Mark Brewer, President of Biolife, LLC, commented, «We could not be more excited to set up operations in the UK – Dean, Andrew, and the rest of the team have been very successful building and operating businesses in the UK for more than 20 years. This will be a great base to not only service the UK market, but also other markets in Western Europe

The patented Living Urn is now in 19 countries worldwide and the company expects to add another 10 countries by the end of 2021. This unique bio urn system is offered by thousands of funeral homes and cemeteries and has been responsible for tens of thousands of tree memorials worldwide.

To learn more about The Living Urn UK, please visit: http://www.TheLivingUrn.co.uk.

About Biolife, LLC

Based in Colorado, Biolife is committed to developing and providing unique cremation urns serving families looking for eco-friendly afterlife options that can be more meaningful and personal. Its growing market leading product offering includes the patented Living Urn®, the leading bio urn and planting system designed to grow a tree with cremated remains, The Living Urn® Indoors, the Eco Scattering Urn, a unique bamboo urn for scattering ashes, the Eco Water Urn, a proprietary urn that floats and gracefully frees ashes in water, the Eco Burial Urn, a special bamboo burial or traditional decorative urn, and Flow the Ice Urn, a patented urn made from a block of ice. The company is developing additional eco-friendly cremation urns and custom keepsakes that it will be introducing this year.

About the Ecorial App

The Ecorial App is the leading new way to memorialize and honor a loved one as they Rest in Nature. When scattering ashes on land or in the water, burying remains at a special place, or planting ashes with a tree, use the Ecorial App to «mark the spot» by recording the exact GPS coordinates plus the time and date of the event. You can also upload photos and videos of your loved one’s forever resting place and create a beautiful interactive online memorial with ease. This special location can be found forever on the Memory Map and shared with family, friends, and, if you choose, the world to see! The Ecorial app can be found in Apple’s App Store (for iOS), Google Play (for Android), and on the web at ecorial.org.

Media Contact

Steve Hensley, Biolife, LLC, (800) 495-7022, steve@thelivingurn.com

 

SOURCE The Living Urn

Keurig Dr Pepper Reports Strong Finish to 2020

BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

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BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

Reported GAAP Basis

Adjusted Basis1

Q4

FY 2020

Q4

FY 2020

Net Sales

   % vs Prior Year

  % vs Prior Year – Constant Currency

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

Diluted EPS

   % vs Prior Year

$0.30

3.4%

$0.93

5.7%

$0.39

11.4%

$1.40

14.8%

Earlier today the Company announced a 25% increase in its annualized dividend rate to $0.75 per share, from the current $0.60 per share, effective with the Company’s regular quarterly dividend to be announced in the second quarter of 2021, subject to official declaration by the Board of Directors.  This 25% increase will result in growth of 12.5% in dividends paid in 2021 and another 11.1% increase in 2022, given the calendar timing of both the increase and dividend payments.

Commenting on the announcements, Chairman and CEO Bob Gamgort stated, «KDP again delivered on its annual financial commitments in 2020, capped by a strong fourth quarter with exceptional growth in net sales that was driven by market share gains across our portfolio and accelerated household adoption of the Keurig system. During the year, we implemented robust protocols to keep our employees safe, enhanced our portfolio with innovative new products and strategic partnerships, invested in our supply chain for growth, delivered our corporate responsibility goals and supported our communities. While we expect 2021 to be another challenging and unpredictable year, we’re confident in our ability to deliver the final year of the merger commitments communicated in 2018.  We are also confident in our ongoing strong free cash flow generation, which will enable us to return incremental value to our shareholders, while continuing to delever to our targeted level by year-end.»

Full-year 2020 highlights:

  • Successfully responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping employees safe, delivering for customers and providing for the communities that KDP serves.
  • Delivered strong net sales growth and double-digit Adjusted diluted EPS growth.
  • Grew market share2 in more than 90% of the Company’s cold beverage retail base.
  • Added approximately three million new U.S. households using the Keurig coffee system.
  • Strengthened and expanded KDP’s direct-store-delivery network through multiple transactions, including a long-term agreement with Polar Beverages.
  • Reduced financial obligations by more than $1.1 billion, with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand, and improved KDP’s management leverage ratio by 0.9x to 3.6x at year-end 2020.
  • Meaningfully advanced KDP’s sustainability agenda, achieving key 2020 goals.
  • Transferred KDP’s stock exchange listing to Nasdaq and entered the Nasdaq-100 Index, supporting KDP’s evolution into a Modern Beverage Company.

2020 Full Year Consolidated Results
Net sales for the full year of 2020 increased 4.5% to $11.62 billion, compared to $11.12 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 5.0%, driven by higher volume/mix of 5.6%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 0.6%. 

KDP in-market performance remained strong for the year, with dollar market share advancing in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base, including CSDs3, premium unflavored still water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce. This performance reflected the strength of Dr Pepper, Canada Dry and A&W CSDs, CORE hydration and evian premium water, Snapple tea and juice drinks, Clamato vegetable juice and Motts apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew nearly 10% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses.  In U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income increased 4.3% to $2.48 billion, compared to $2.38 billion in the year-ago period, driven by the strong net sales growth, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing.  Partially offsetting these factors were the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included $128 million of COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Also unfavorably impacting the comparison were increased operating expenses associated with higher consumer demand, inflation in logistics and certain other COVID-19 related costs. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 10.4% to $3.19 billion, compared to $2.89 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 150 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 10.8%.

Total COVID-19 related operating costs were $150 million in 2020, including the aforementioned $128 million in costs recognized as items affecting comparability.  These costs primarily reflected temporary compensation increases and incentives for front-line employees, as well as incremental health and safety measures across our employee base and enhanced sanitation expenses for our facilities. The remainder of the costs, totaling $22 million, were included in Adjusted results and represented inventory write-downs and bad debt expense in the first half of the year.

GAAP net income for the full year advanced 5.7% to $1.33 billion, or $0.93 per diluted share, compared to $1.25 billion, or $0.88 per diluted share in the year-ago period. This performance was driven by the growth in operating income, lower interest expense, reflecting continued deleveraging that was partially offset by comparison to prior year gains on interest rate swap contracts, and a lower effective tax rate, stemming from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the COVID-19 related costs, the non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and other non-cash impairment charges on equity investments incurred in 2020. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income for the year increased 15% to $1.99 billion, compared to $1.73 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted diluted EPS for 2020 increased 15% to $1.40, compared to $1.22 in the year-ago period.

KDP generated exceptionally strong free cash flow of $2.20 billion in 2020, reflecting growth in operating income and ongoing effective working capital management. The free cash flow performance enabled KDP to reduce total financial obligations by $1.12 billion and the Company ended the year with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand.  The Company’s management leverage ratio declined to 3.6x at the end of 2020, compared to 4.5x at the end of 2019, primarily reflecting the reduction in bank debt and strong earnings growth.  Since the close of the merger in July 2018, KDP’s management leverage ratio has declined by 2.4x.

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1 Adjusted financial metrics used in this release are non-GAAP. See reconciliations of GAAP results to Adjusted results in the accompanying tables.   

2 Market share and retail consumption data based on Keurig Dr Pepper’s custom IRi category definitions for the 13- and 52-week periods ending 12/27/2020.

3 CSDs refer to «Carbonated Soft Drinks».

2020 Full Year Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales in 2020 increased 4.7% to $4.43 billion, compared to $4.23 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 7.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 2.4%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 4.8%.

The volume/mix growth of 7.2% reflected strong pod volume growth of 6.3% and exceptionally strong brewer volume growth of 21%. Pod growth was driven by double-digit at-home consumption, partially offset by a significant decline in the away-from-home business, as work-from-home trends were elevated for most of the year.  The strong brewer growth was driven by continued innovation, marketing investments to grow household penetration and a very successful holiday season.  For the full year, U.S. households regularly using a Keurig brewer increased approximately 10% to 33 million households.

Operating income increased 4.0% to $1.27 billion in 2020, compared to $1.22 billion in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $25 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 7.9% to $1.51 billion, compared to $1.40 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 110 basis points to 34.2%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 8.0%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales in 2020 increased 8.5% to $5.36 billion, compared to $4.95 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 8.2% and higher net price realization of 0.3%. This strong performance reflected market share growth across the portfolio, with particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, juice, apple sauce and mixers, partially offset by softness in enhanced flavored water due to a slowdown in the convenience and gas channels for most of the year.

Brands driving the strong net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Squirt and Sunkist CSDs, Core Hydration and evian premium water, Motts juices, Snapple teas and juice drinks, A Shoc energy, Clamato, Real Lemon and mixers, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income increased 8.6% to $0.82 billion in 2020, compared to $0.76 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, and continued productivity and merger synergies.  These growth drivers were partially offset by higher operating costs to meet strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $101 million in costs related to COVID-19 and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 30% to $1.02 billion, compared to $0.78 billion in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 320 basis points to 19.0%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 31%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales in 2020 decreased 6.3% to $1.33 billion, compared to $1.41 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 5.8%, lower net price realization of 0.4% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%. This performance primarily reflected the negative impact of COVID-19 on the fountain foodservice business, which primarily serves the restaurant and hospitality channels, due to significantly reduced consumer mobility.  On a constant currency basis, net sales decreased 6.2%.

Total shipment volume declined 5.1% versus year-ago due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler cases sales volume in 2020 decreased 2.4% versus the prior year.

Operating income in 2020 decreased 2.4% to $932 million, compared to $955 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the lower net sales and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 2.0% to $938 million, compared to $957 million in the year-ago period and Adjusted operating margin increased 310 basis points to 70.8%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales in 2020 decreased 5.9% to $497 million, compared to $528 million in the year-ago period, primarily reflecting the impact of unfavorable foreign currency translation.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 3.8%, reflecting higher net price realization of 5.8%, partially offset by lower volume/mix of 2.0% due primarily to the impact of COVID-19 in Mexico.

Operating income in 2020 increased 24% to $105 million, compared to $85 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of foreign currency transaction expense, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $108 million, compared to $82 million in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 620 basis points to 21.7%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 42.7% versus 2019.

Fourth Quarter Consolidated Results
Net sales in the fourth quarter of 2020 grew at an accelerated rate of 6.4% to $3.12 billion, compared to $2.93 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 6.6%, reflecting higher volume/mix of 6.3% and favorable net price realization of 0.3%.

KDP in-market performance remained strong in the quarter, with dollar market share continuing to advance in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base.  This performance reflected particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew more than 7% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses. In the U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income decreased 1.8% to $700 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $713 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the benefits of the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing, continued productivity and merger synergies.  More than offsetting these factors were the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million gain in the prior year on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating expenses associated with increased consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income in the quarter increased 5.5% to $858 million, compared to Adjusted operating income of $813 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 20 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 5.7%.

The COVID-19 related operating costs incurred in the fourth quarter totaled $11 million, all of which were recognized as items affecting comparability, and consisted of temporary compensation increases and incentives for frontline employees, as well as incremental safety and sanitation expenses.

GAAP net income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 5.4% to $428 million, or $0.30 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $406 million, or $0.29 per diluted share in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the strong growth in net sales, higher operating income driven by lower discretionary expenses, productivity and merger synergies, as well as lower interest expense and a lower effective tax rate resulting from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the aforementioned $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $11 million of COVID-19 related operating costs.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income advanced nearly 13% to $554 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $491 million in the year-ago period. Adjusted diluted EPS increased 11.4% to $0.39, compared to $0.35 in the year-ago period.

Free cash flow generation remained strong at $685 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, enabling the Company to reduce bank debt by $410 million.

Fourth Quarter Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 9.1% to $1.32 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 10.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 1.3%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was favorable foreign currency translation of 0.2%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 8.9%.

The volume/mix increase of 10.2% in the quarter reflected strong pod volume growth of 7.4% and exceptionally strong brewer growth of nearly 28%. Pod growth was driven by strong at-home consumption, partially offset by continued softness in the away-from-home business, as return to offices and hospitality remain depressed although improved since the second quarter. The strong brewer volume was driven by innovation and increased shipments to retailers during a very successful holiday season.   

Operating income increased 17% to $386 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $329 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses. Partially offsetting these positive drivers were unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $4 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 17% to $431 million, compared to $370 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 210 basis points to 32.7%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 7.9% to $1.31 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 6.1% due to continued, strong market share expansion across the portfolio and higher net price realization of 1.8%. 

Leading the net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Sunkist and Squirt CSDs, Snapple and Motts juices, CORE hydration and evian premium water and Clamato, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 27% to $165 million, compared to $226 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million year-ago gain on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating costs to meet the continued strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics costs, and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included the $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $6 million in costs related to COVID-19. Partially offsetting these drivers were the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 5.6% to $245 million, compared to $232 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 50 basis points to 18.7%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 5.8% to $358 million, compared to $380 million in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 4.5% and lower net price realization of 1.3%.  This performance continued to be pressured by COVID-19 as consumer mobility in the restaurant and hospitality channels remained depressed. 

Total shipment volume versus year-ago declined 3.4% in the quarter, due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler case sales volume decreased 2.1% in the quarter compared to the year-ago period.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 4.5% to $253 million, compared to $265 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the impact of the lower net sales, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses and a slight year-over-year benefit from items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 4.5% to $254 million, compared to $266 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 90 basis points to 70.9%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 2.3% to $136 million, compared to net sales of $133 million in the year-ago period, driven by volume/mix growth of 2.3% and higher net price realization of 6.0%, significantly offset by unfavorable foreign currency translation of 6.0%. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased a strong 8.3%.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 39% to $32 million, compared to $23 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary expenses, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency transaction expense and inflation in logistics.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $33 million, compared to $25 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 550 basis points to 24.3%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 36% versus the prior year.

KDP Adjusted Guidance for 2021
KDP expects to deliver another year of strong net sales growth in 2021, positioning the Company to exceed its three-year merger target of 2-3% average annual growth.  Adjusted diluted EPS is again expected to grow by double-digits, enabling KDP to meet its three-year merger target of 15-17% average annual growth.

Specifically, constant currency net sales growth is expected in the range of 3-4% in 2021, driven by investments in innovation and marketing, the benefits of recent partnerships and ongoing strong in-market execution.  Adjusted diluted EPS growth is expected in the range of 13% to 15%, reflecting the benefits of the strong top-line performance and continued merger synergies and productivity, as well as reduced interest expense and improvement in the Company’s effective tax rate. 

Supporting this guidance are the following detailed expectations:

  • Merger synergies of approximately $200 million, for a three-year total of approximately $600 million, in line with the Company’s merger target.
  • Adjusted interest expense in the range of $505 million to $515 million.
  • Adjusted effective tax rate in the range of 23.5% to 24.0%.
  • Diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 1,430 million.
  • Management leverage ratio at or below 3.0x at year end 2021.

Investor Contacts:
Tyson Seely
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3352 / tyson.seely@kdrp.com

Steve Alexander
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 972-673-6769 / steve.alexander@kdrp.com

Media Contact:
Katie Gilroy
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3345 / katie.gilroy@kdrp.com

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion and nearly 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company’s portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott’s®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers.  The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability.  For more information, visit, www.keurigdrpepper.com.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained herein are «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as «outlook,» «guidance,» «anticipate,» «expect,» «believe,» «could,» «estimate,» «feel,» «forecast,» «intend,» «may,» «plan,» «potential,» «project,» «should,» «target,» «will,» «would,» and similar words, phrases or expressions and variations or negatives of these words, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements regarding the estimated or anticipated future results of the combined company following the combination of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. («KGM») and Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. («DPS» and such combination, the «transaction»), the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including estimated synergies and cost savings, the long-term merger targets, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on the current expectations of our management and are not predictions of actual performance.

These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties regarding the company’s business and the transaction and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) the impact the significant additional debt incurred in connection with the transaction may have on our ability to operate our business, (ii) risks relating to the integration of the KGM and DPS operations, products and employees into the combined company and assumption of certain potential liabilities of KGM and the possibility that the anticipated synergies and other benefits of the transaction, including cost savings, will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected timeframe, (iii) the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and (iv) risks relating to the businesses and the industries in which our combined company operates. These risks and uncertainties, as well as other risks and uncertainties, are more fully discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings. While the lists of risk factors presented here and in our public filings are considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statement made herein speaks only as of the date of this document. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any obligation to, update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by applicable laws or regulations.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
This release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures including Adjusted operating income, Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS and Free Cash Flow, which differ from results using U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered as supplements to the GAAP reported measures, should not be considered replacements for, or superior to, the GAAP measures and may not be comparable to similarly named measures used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures typically exclude certain charges, including one-time costs related to the transaction and integration activities, which are not expected to occur routinely in future periods. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures internally to focus management on performance excluding these special charges to gauge our business operating performance. Management believes this information is helpful to investors because it increases transparency and assists investors in understanding the underlying performance of the Company and in the analysis of ongoing operating trends. Additionally, management believes that non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by analysts and investors in their evaluation of companies, and continued inclusion provides consistency in financial reporting and enables analysts and investors to perform meaningful comparisons of past, present and future operating results. The most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to non-GAAP financial measures are set forth in the appendix to this release and included in the Company’s filings with the SEC.

To the extent that the Company provides guidance, it does so only on a non-GAAP basis and does not provide reconciliations of such forward-looking non-GAAP measures to GAAP due to the inability to predict the amount and timing of impacts outside of the Company’s control on certain items, such as non-cash gains or losses resulting from mark-to-market adjustments of derivative instruments, among others.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

For the Three Months and Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions, except per share data)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Cost of sales

1,353

1,241

5,132

4,778

Gross profit

1,768

1,693

6,486

6,342

Selling, general and administrative expenses

1,000

1,011

3,978

3,962

Impairment of intangible assets

67

67

Other operating (income) expense, net

1

(31)

(39)

2

Income from operations

700

713

2,480

2,378

Interest expense

146

157

604

654

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

4

11

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Other expense, net

(4)

4

17

19

Income before provision for income taxes

558

550

1,753

1,694

Provision for income taxes

130

144

428

440

Net income

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest

Net income attributable to KDP

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Earnings per common share:

Basic

$

0.30

$

0.29

$

0.94

$

0.89

Diluted

0.30

0.29

0.93

0.88

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

Basic

1,407.3

1,406.9

1,407.2

1,406.7

Diluted

1,423.8

1,419.9

1,422.1

1,419.1

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

As of December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except shares and per share data)

December 31,

(in millions, except share and per share data)

2020

2019

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

240

$

75

Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

15

26

Trade accounts receivable, net

1,048

1,115

Inventories

762

654

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

323

403

Total current assets

2,388

2,273

Property, plant and equipment, net

2,212

2,028

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

88

151

Goodwill

20,184

20,172

Other intangible assets, net

23,968

24,117

Other non-current assets

894

748

Deferred tax assets

45

29

Total assets

$

49,779

$

49,518

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$

3,740

$

3,176

Accrued expenses

1,040

939

Structured payables

153

321

Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term obligations

2,345

1,593

Other current liabilities

416

445

Total current liabilities

7,694

6,474

Long-term obligations

11,143

12,827

Deferred tax liabilities

5,993

6,030

Other non-current liabilities

1,119

930

Total liabilities

25,949

26,261

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 15,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued

Common stock, $0.01 par value, 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, 1,407,260,676 and
1,406,852,305 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2020 and 2019,
respectively

14

14

Additional paid-in capital

21,677

21,557

Retained earnings

2,061

1,582

Accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss

77

104

 Total stockholders’ equity

23,829

23,257

 Non-controlling interest

1

Total equity

23,830

23,257

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

49,779

$

49,518

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

For The Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions)

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Operating activities:

Net income

$

1,325

$

1,254

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense

362

358

Amortization of intangibles

133

126

Other amortization expense

158

174

Provision for sales returns

54

43

Deferred income taxes

(51)

(23)

Employee stock-based compensation expense

85

64

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

11

(Gain) loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment

(36)

(14)

Unrealized (gain) loss on foreign currency

(1)

(24)

Unrealized loss on derivatives

8

36

Equity in losses of unconsolidated affiliates

20

51

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Impairment on investments and note receivable of unconsolidated affiliates

102

Other, net

60

52

Changes in assets and liabilities:

Trade accounts receivable

(5)

(7)

Inventories

(107)

(24)

Income taxes receivable and payables, net

(91)

36

Other current and non current assets

(435)

(324)

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

624

583

Other current and non current liabilities

180

102

Net change in operating assets and liabilities

166

366

Net cash provided by operating activities

2,456

2,474

Investing activities:

Acquisitions of businesses

(8)

Issuance of related party note receivable

(6)

(32)

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

(5)

(16)

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Purchases of intangibles

(56)

(35)

Other, net

9

24

Net cash used in investing activities

(316)

(150)

Financing activities:

Proceeds from controlling shareholder stock transactions

29

Proceeds from unsecured credit facility

1,850

Proceeds from senior unsecured notes

1,500

Proceeds from term loan

2,000

Net (repayment) issuance of commercial paper notes

(1,246)

167

Proceeds from structured payables

171

330

Payments on structured payables

(341)

(531)

Payments on senior unsecured notes

(250)

(250)

Payment on unsecured credit facility

(1,850)

Payments on term loan

(955)

(3,203)

Payments on finance leases

(52)

(38)

Cash dividends paid

(846)

(844)

Other, net

5

Net cash used in financing activities

(1,990)

(2,364)

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents — net change from:

Operating, investing and financing activities

150

(40)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

(6)

12

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at beginning of period

111

139

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at end of period

$

255

$

111

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT INFORMATION

(Unaudited)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net Sales

Coffee Systems

$

1,320

$

1,210

$

4,433

$

4,233

Packaged Beverages

1,307

1,211

5,363

4,945

Beverage Concentrates

358

380

1,325

1,414

Latin America Beverages

136

133

497

528

Total net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

329

$

1,268

$

1,219

Packaged Beverages

165

226

822

757

Beverage Concentrates

253

265

932

955

Latin America Beverages

32

23

105

85

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

(130)

(647)

(638)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

713

$

2,480

$

2,378

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.
RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN NON-GAAP INFORMATION
(Unaudited)

The company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP. However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures that reflect the way management evaluates the business may provide investors with additional information regarding the company’s results, trends and ongoing performance on a comparable basis.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, we define our Adjusted non-GAAP financial measures as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability. The items affecting comparability are defined below.

Specifically, investors should consider the following with respect to our financial results:

Adjusted: Defined as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability.

Items affecting comparability: Defined as certain items that are excluded for comparison to prior year periods, adjusted for the tax impact as applicable. Tax impact is determined based upon an approximate rate for each item. For each period, management adjusts for (i) the unrealized mark-to-market impact of derivative instruments not designated as hedges in accordance with U.S. GAAP and do not have an offsetting risk reflected within the financial results; (ii) the amortization associated with definite-lived intangible assets; (iii) the amortization of the deferred financing costs associated with the DPS Merger and Keurig Acquisition; (iv) the amortization of the fair value adjustment of the senior unsecured notes obtained as a result of the DPS Merger; (v) stock compensation expense attributable to the matching awards made to employees who made an initial investment in the Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Executive Ownership Plan, the Keurig Dr Pepper Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2009 or the Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2019; and (vi) other certain items that are excluded for comparison purposes to prior year periods.

For year ended December 31, 2020, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (iv) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt; (v) incremental temporary costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (vi) impairment recognized on equity method investments with Bedford Systems, LLC and LifeFuels Inc; and (vii) impairment recognized on the Bai brand.

Incremental costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic include incremental expenses incurred to either maintain the health and safety of our front-line employees or temporarily increase compensation to such employees to ensure essential operations continue during the pandemic. We believe removing these costs reflects how management views our business results on a consistent basis.

For year ended December 31, 2019, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) transaction costs for significant business combinations (completed or abandoned) excluding the DPS Merger; (iv) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (v) the impact of the step-up of acquired inventory not associated with the DPS Merger (vi) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt and (vii) the loss related to the February 2019 organized malware attack on our business operation networks in the Coffee Systems segment.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, the supplemental financial data set forth below includes reconciliations of Adjusted income from operations, Adjusted net income and Adjusted diluted EPS to the applicable financial measure presented in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statement for the same period.

Reconciliations for these items are provided in the tables below.

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,353

$

1,768

56.6

%

$

1,000

$

67

$

700

22.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

31

(31)

23

(54)

Amortization of intangibles

(33)

33

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(56)

56

Productivity

(1)

1

(24)

25

Impairment of intangible assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(14)

14

COVID-19

(6)

6

(5)

11

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,377

$

1,744

55.9

%

$

885

$

$

858

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

146

$

558

$

130

23.3

%

$

428

1,423.8

$

0.30

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

1

(55)

(14)

(41)

(0.03)

Amortization of intangibles

33

8

25

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

2

4

Stock compensation

6

1

5

Restructuring and integration costs

56

15

41

0.03

Productivity

25

6

19

0.01

Impairment of intangible assets

67

15

52

0.04

Nonroutine legal matters

14

4

10

0.01

COVID-19

11

2

9

0.01

Adjusted GAAP

$

138

$

724

$

170

23.5

%

$

554

1,423.8

$

0.39

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,241

$

1,693

57.7

%

$

1,011

$

(31)

$

713

24.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

41

(41)

5

(46)

Amortization of intangibles

(32)

32

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(65)

(1)

66

Productivity

(1)

1

(19)

20

Transaction costs

(1)

1

Nonroutine legal matters

(21)

21

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,281

$

1,653

56.3

%

$

872

$

(32)

$

813

27.7

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

157

$

550

$

144

26.2

%

$

406

1,419.9

$

0.29

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(3)

(43)

(12)

(31)

(0.02)

Amortization of intangibles

32

8

24

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

1

5

Stock compensation

6

2

4

Restructuring and integration costs

1

65

16

49

0.04

Productivity

20

7

13

0.01

Transaction costs

1

1

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

2

Nonroutine legal matters

21

4

17

Adjusted GAAP

$

146

$

663

$

172

25.9

%

$

491

1,419.9

$

0.35

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

5,132

$

6,486

55.8

%

$

3,978

$

67

$

2,480

21.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

33

(33)

(5)

(28)

Amortization of intangibles

(133)

133

Stock compensation

(27)

27

Restructuring and integration costs

(199)

199

Productivity

(29)

29

(99)

128

Impairment of intangibles assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(57)

57

COVID-19

(44)

44

(84)

128

Adjusted GAAP

$

5,092

$

6,526

56.2

%

$

3,374

$

$

3,191

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Impairment on investments and note receivable

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

604

$

4

$

102

$

1,753

$

428

24.4

%

$

1,325

1,422.1

$

0.93

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(27)

(1)

(1)

Amortization of intangibles

133

35

98

0.07

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(11)

11

3

8

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(24)

24

6

18

0.01

Stock compensation

27

5

22

0.02

Restructuring and integration costs

199

49

150

0.11

Productivity

128

33

95

0.07

Impairment of intangibles assets

67

15

52

0.04

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(4)

4

1

3

Impairment on investment

(102)

102

25

77

0.05

Nonroutine legal matters

57

14

43

0.03

COVID-19

128

31

97

0.07

Adjusted GAAP

$

542

$

$

$

2,632

$

644

24.5

%

$

1,988

1,422.1

$

1.40

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

4,778

$

6,342

57.0

%

$

3,962

$

2

$

2,378

21.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

35

(35)

10

(45)

Amortization of intangibles

(126)

126

Stock compensation

(24)

24

Restructuring and integration costs

(1)

1

(216)

(25)

242

Productivity

(15)

15

(60)

(22)

97

Transaction costs

(9)

9

Nonroutine legal matters

(48)

48

Inventory step-up

(3)

3

3

Malware incident

(2)

2

(6)

8

Adjusted GAAP

$

4,792

$

6,328

56.9

%

$

3,483

$

(45)

$

2,890

26.0

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

654

$

11

$

1,694

$

440

26.0

%

$

1,254

1,419.1

$

0.88

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(47)

2

(1)

3

Amortization of intangibles

126

34

92

0.06

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(13)

13

4

9

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(26)

26

6

20

0.01

Stock compensation

24

6

18

0.01

Restructuring and integration costs

1

241

55

186

0.13

Productivity

97

24

73

0.05

Transaction costs

(16)

25

7

18

0.01

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(11)

11

2

9

0.01

Nonroutine legal matters

48

11

37

0.02

Inventory step-up

3

1

2

Malware incident

8

2

6

Adjusted GAAP

$

553

$

$

2,318

$

591

25.5

%

$

1,727

1,419.1

$

1.22

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

45

$

431

Packaged Beverages

165

80

245

Beverage Concentrates

253

1

254

Latin America Beverages

32

1

33

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

31

(105)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

158

$

858

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

329

$

41

$

370

Packaged Beverages

226

6

232

Beverage Concentrates

265

1

266

Latin America Beverages

23

2

25

Unallocated corporate costs

(130)

50

(80)

Total income from operations

$

713

$

100

$

813

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the year ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,268

$

246

$

1,514

Packaged Beverages

822

199

1,021

Beverage Concentrates

932

6

938

Latin America Beverages

105

3

108

Unallocated corporate costs

(647)

257

(390)

Total income from operations

$

2,480

$

711

$

3,191

For the year ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,219

$

184

$

1,403

Packaged Beverages

757

26

783

Beverage Concentrates

955

2

957

Latin America Beverages

85

(3)

82

Unallocated corporate costs

(638)

303

(335)

Total income from operations

$

2,378

$

512

$

2,890

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA AND MANAGEMENT LEVERAGE RATIO

(Unaudited)

(in millions, except for ratio)

ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION – LAST TWELVE MONTHS

Net income

$

1,325

Interest expense

604

Provision for income taxes

428

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Other (income) expense, net

17

Depreciation expense

362

Other amortization

158

Amortization of intangibles

133

EBITDA

$

3,200

Items affecting comparability:

Restructuring and integration expenses

$

199

Productivity

108

Nonroutine legal matters

57

Stock compensation

27

Mark to market

(28)

COVID-19

128

Adjusted EBITDA

$

3,691

December 31,

2020

Principal amounts of:

Commercial paper notes

$

Term loan

425

KDP Revolver

Senior unsecured notes

13,225

Total principal amounts

13,650

Less: Cash and cash equivalents

240

Total principal amounts less cash and cash equivalents

$

13,410

December 31, 2020 Management Leverage Ratio

3.6

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO FREE CASH FLOW

(Unaudited)

Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities adjusted for purchases of property, plant and equipment, proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment, and certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods. For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, there were no certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods.

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Net cash provided by operating activities

$

2,456

$

2,474

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Free Cash Flow

$

2,198

$

2,391

 

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN CURRENCY NEUTRAL ADJUSTED FINANCIAL RESULTS

(Unaudited)

Net sales, adjusted income from operations and adjusted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral: These adjusted financial results are calculated on a currency neutral basis by converting our current-period local currency financial results using the prior-period foreign currency exchange rates.

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

9.1

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

2.3

%

6.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

(0.2)

%

%

%

6.0

%

0.2

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

8.9

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

8.3

%

6.6

%

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

32.0

%

5.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

%

%

%

4.0

%

0.2

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

36.0

%

5.7

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

4.7

%

8.5

%

(6.3)

%

(5.9)

%

4.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

%

0.1

%

9.7

%

0.5

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

4.8

%

8.5

%

(6.2)

%

3.8

%

5.0

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

7.9

%

30.4

%

(2.0)

%

31.7

%

10.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

0.1

%

%

11.0

%

0.4

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

8.0

%

30.5

%

(2.0)

%

42.7

%

10.8

%

For the Three Months
Ended December 31, 2020

For the Year Ended
December 31, 2020

Adjusted diluted earnings per share

$

0.39

$

1.40

Impact of foreign currency

Adjusted diluted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral

$

0.39

$

1.40

 

The following table sets forth our reconciliation of significant COVID-19-related expenses. However, employee compensation expense and employee protection costs, which impact our SG&A expenses and cost of sales, are included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability and is excluded in our Adjusted financial measures. In addition, reported amounts under U.S. GAAP also include additional costs, not included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability, as presented in tables below.

Items Affecting Comparability(1)

(in millions)

Employee
Compensation
Expense(2)

Employee
Protection
Costs(3)

Allowances for
Expected Credit
Losses(4)

Inventory Write-
Downs(5)

Total

For the Three Months Ended
December 31, 2020

Coffee Systems

$

1

$

3

$

$

$

4

Packaged Beverages

3

3

6

Beverage Concentrates

Latin America Beverages

1

1

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

4

$

7

$

$

$

11

For the year ended December 31,
2020

Coffee Systems

$

15

$

10

$

2

$

8

$

35

Packaged Beverages

76

25

8

109

Beverage Concentrates

4

4

Latin America Beverages

2

2

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

91

$

37

$

14

$

8

$

150

(1)

Employee compensation expense and employee protection costs are both included as the COVID-19 items affecting comparability in the reconciliation of our Adjusted Non-GAAP financial measures.

(2)

Primarily reflects temporary incremental frontline incentive pay and the associated taxes in order to maintain essential operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses. In mid-September 2020, we discontinued the incremental frontline incentive pay program.

(3)

Includes costs associated with personal protective equipment, temperature scans, cleaning and other sanitization services. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses.

(4)

Allowances reflect the expected impact of the economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19, leveraging estimates of credit worthiness, default and recovery rates for certain of our customers. Impacts SG&A expenses.

(5)

Inventory write-downs represent obsolescence charges, which impact cost of sales.

 

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Keurig Dr Pepper Reports Strong Finish to 2020

BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

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BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

Reported GAAP Basis

Adjusted Basis1

Q4

FY 2020

Q4

FY 2020

Net Sales

   % vs Prior Year

  % vs Prior Year – Constant Currency

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

Diluted EPS

   % vs Prior Year

$0.30

3.4%

$0.93

5.7%

$0.39

11.4%

$1.40

14.8%

Earlier today the Company announced a 25% increase in its annualized dividend rate to $0.75 per share, from the current $0.60 per share, effective with the Company’s regular quarterly dividend to be announced in the second quarter of 2021, subject to official declaration by the Board of Directors.  This 25% increase will result in growth of 12.5% in dividends paid in 2021 and another 11.1% increase in 2022, given the calendar timing of both the increase and dividend payments.

Commenting on the announcements, Chairman and CEO Bob Gamgort stated, «KDP again delivered on its annual financial commitments in 2020, capped by a strong fourth quarter with exceptional growth in net sales that was driven by market share gains across our portfolio and accelerated household adoption of the Keurig system. During the year, we implemented robust protocols to keep our employees safe, enhanced our portfolio with innovative new products and strategic partnerships, invested in our supply chain for growth, delivered our corporate responsibility goals and supported our communities. While we expect 2021 to be another challenging and unpredictable year, we’re confident in our ability to deliver the final year of the merger commitments communicated in 2018.  We are also confident in our ongoing strong free cash flow generation, which will enable us to return incremental value to our shareholders, while continuing to delever to our targeted level by year-end.»

Full-year 2020 highlights:

  • Successfully responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping employees safe, delivering for customers and providing for the communities that KDP serves.
  • Delivered strong net sales growth and double-digit Adjusted diluted EPS growth.
  • Grew market share2 in more than 90% of the Company’s cold beverage retail base.
  • Added approximately three million new U.S. households using the Keurig coffee system.
  • Strengthened and expanded KDP’s direct-store-delivery network through multiple transactions, including a long-term agreement with Polar Beverages.
  • Reduced financial obligations by more than $1.1 billion, with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand, and improved KDP’s management leverage ratio by 0.9x to 3.6x at year-end 2020.
  • Meaningfully advanced KDP’s sustainability agenda, achieving key 2020 goals.
  • Transferred KDP’s stock exchange listing to Nasdaq and entered the Nasdaq-100 Index, supporting KDP’s evolution into a Modern Beverage Company.

2020 Full Year Consolidated Results
Net sales for the full year of 2020 increased 4.5% to $11.62 billion, compared to $11.12 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 5.0%, driven by higher volume/mix of 5.6%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 0.6%. 

KDP in-market performance remained strong for the year, with dollar market share advancing in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base, including CSDs3, premium unflavored still water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce. This performance reflected the strength of Dr Pepper, Canada Dry and A&W CSDs, CORE hydration and evian premium water, Snapple tea and juice drinks, Clamato vegetable juice and Motts apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew nearly 10% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses.  In U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income increased 4.3% to $2.48 billion, compared to $2.38 billion in the year-ago period, driven by the strong net sales growth, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing.  Partially offsetting these factors were the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included $128 million of COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Also unfavorably impacting the comparison were increased operating expenses associated with higher consumer demand, inflation in logistics and certain other COVID-19 related costs. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 10.4% to $3.19 billion, compared to $2.89 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 150 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 10.8%.

Total COVID-19 related operating costs were $150 million in 2020, including the aforementioned $128 million in costs recognized as items affecting comparability.  These costs primarily reflected temporary compensation increases and incentives for front-line employees, as well as incremental health and safety measures across our employee base and enhanced sanitation expenses for our facilities. The remainder of the costs, totaling $22 million, were included in Adjusted results and represented inventory write-downs and bad debt expense in the first half of the year.

GAAP net income for the full year advanced 5.7% to $1.33 billion, or $0.93 per diluted share, compared to $1.25 billion, or $0.88 per diluted share in the year-ago period. This performance was driven by the growth in operating income, lower interest expense, reflecting continued deleveraging that was partially offset by comparison to prior year gains on interest rate swap contracts, and a lower effective tax rate, stemming from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the COVID-19 related costs, the non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and other non-cash impairment charges on equity investments incurred in 2020. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income for the year increased 15% to $1.99 billion, compared to $1.73 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted diluted EPS for 2020 increased 15% to $1.40, compared to $1.22 in the year-ago period.

KDP generated exceptionally strong free cash flow of $2.20 billion in 2020, reflecting growth in operating income and ongoing effective working capital management. The free cash flow performance enabled KDP to reduce total financial obligations by $1.12 billion and the Company ended the year with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand.  The Company’s management leverage ratio declined to 3.6x at the end of 2020, compared to 4.5x at the end of 2019, primarily reflecting the reduction in bank debt and strong earnings growth.  Since the close of the merger in July 2018, KDP’s management leverage ratio has declined by 2.4x.

________________________________________

1 Adjusted financial metrics used in this release are non-GAAP. See reconciliations of GAAP results to Adjusted results in the accompanying tables.   

2 Market share and retail consumption data based on Keurig Dr Pepper’s custom IRi category definitions for the 13- and 52-week periods ending 12/27/2020.

3 CSDs refer to «Carbonated Soft Drinks».

2020 Full Year Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales in 2020 increased 4.7% to $4.43 billion, compared to $4.23 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 7.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 2.4%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 4.8%.

The volume/mix growth of 7.2% reflected strong pod volume growth of 6.3% and exceptionally strong brewer volume growth of 21%. Pod growth was driven by double-digit at-home consumption, partially offset by a significant decline in the away-from-home business, as work-from-home trends were elevated for most of the year.  The strong brewer growth was driven by continued innovation, marketing investments to grow household penetration and a very successful holiday season.  For the full year, U.S. households regularly using a Keurig brewer increased approximately 10% to 33 million households.

Operating income increased 4.0% to $1.27 billion in 2020, compared to $1.22 billion in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $25 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 7.9% to $1.51 billion, compared to $1.40 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 110 basis points to 34.2%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 8.0%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales in 2020 increased 8.5% to $5.36 billion, compared to $4.95 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 8.2% and higher net price realization of 0.3%. This strong performance reflected market share growth across the portfolio, with particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, juice, apple sauce and mixers, partially offset by softness in enhanced flavored water due to a slowdown in the convenience and gas channels for most of the year.

Brands driving the strong net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Squirt and Sunkist CSDs, Core Hydration and evian premium water, Motts juices, Snapple teas and juice drinks, A Shoc energy, Clamato, Real Lemon and mixers, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income increased 8.6% to $0.82 billion in 2020, compared to $0.76 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, and continued productivity and merger synergies.  These growth drivers were partially offset by higher operating costs to meet strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $101 million in costs related to COVID-19 and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 30% to $1.02 billion, compared to $0.78 billion in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 320 basis points to 19.0%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 31%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales in 2020 decreased 6.3% to $1.33 billion, compared to $1.41 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 5.8%, lower net price realization of 0.4% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%. This performance primarily reflected the negative impact of COVID-19 on the fountain foodservice business, which primarily serves the restaurant and hospitality channels, due to significantly reduced consumer mobility.  On a constant currency basis, net sales decreased 6.2%.

Total shipment volume declined 5.1% versus year-ago due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler cases sales volume in 2020 decreased 2.4% versus the prior year.

Operating income in 2020 decreased 2.4% to $932 million, compared to $955 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the lower net sales and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 2.0% to $938 million, compared to $957 million in the year-ago period and Adjusted operating margin increased 310 basis points to 70.8%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales in 2020 decreased 5.9% to $497 million, compared to $528 million in the year-ago period, primarily reflecting the impact of unfavorable foreign currency translation.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 3.8%, reflecting higher net price realization of 5.8%, partially offset by lower volume/mix of 2.0% due primarily to the impact of COVID-19 in Mexico.

Operating income in 2020 increased 24% to $105 million, compared to $85 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of foreign currency transaction expense, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $108 million, compared to $82 million in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 620 basis points to 21.7%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 42.7% versus 2019.

Fourth Quarter Consolidated Results
Net sales in the fourth quarter of 2020 grew at an accelerated rate of 6.4% to $3.12 billion, compared to $2.93 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 6.6%, reflecting higher volume/mix of 6.3% and favorable net price realization of 0.3%.

KDP in-market performance remained strong in the quarter, with dollar market share continuing to advance in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base.  This performance reflected particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew more than 7% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses. In the U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income decreased 1.8% to $700 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $713 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the benefits of the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing, continued productivity and merger synergies.  More than offsetting these factors were the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million gain in the prior year on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating expenses associated with increased consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income in the quarter increased 5.5% to $858 million, compared to Adjusted operating income of $813 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 20 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 5.7%.

The COVID-19 related operating costs incurred in the fourth quarter totaled $11 million, all of which were recognized as items affecting comparability, and consisted of temporary compensation increases and incentives for frontline employees, as well as incremental safety and sanitation expenses.

GAAP net income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 5.4% to $428 million, or $0.30 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $406 million, or $0.29 per diluted share in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the strong growth in net sales, higher operating income driven by lower discretionary expenses, productivity and merger synergies, as well as lower interest expense and a lower effective tax rate resulting from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the aforementioned $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $11 million of COVID-19 related operating costs.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income advanced nearly 13% to $554 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $491 million in the year-ago period. Adjusted diluted EPS increased 11.4% to $0.39, compared to $0.35 in the year-ago period.

Free cash flow generation remained strong at $685 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, enabling the Company to reduce bank debt by $410 million.

Fourth Quarter Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 9.1% to $1.32 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 10.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 1.3%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was favorable foreign currency translation of 0.2%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 8.9%.

The volume/mix increase of 10.2% in the quarter reflected strong pod volume growth of 7.4% and exceptionally strong brewer growth of nearly 28%. Pod growth was driven by strong at-home consumption, partially offset by continued softness in the away-from-home business, as return to offices and hospitality remain depressed although improved since the second quarter. The strong brewer volume was driven by innovation and increased shipments to retailers during a very successful holiday season.   

Operating income increased 17% to $386 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $329 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses. Partially offsetting these positive drivers were unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $4 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 17% to $431 million, compared to $370 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 210 basis points to 32.7%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 7.9% to $1.31 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 6.1% due to continued, strong market share expansion across the portfolio and higher net price realization of 1.8%. 

Leading the net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Sunkist and Squirt CSDs, Snapple and Motts juices, CORE hydration and evian premium water and Clamato, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 27% to $165 million, compared to $226 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million year-ago gain on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating costs to meet the continued strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics costs, and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included the $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $6 million in costs related to COVID-19. Partially offsetting these drivers were the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 5.6% to $245 million, compared to $232 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 50 basis points to 18.7%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 5.8% to $358 million, compared to $380 million in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 4.5% and lower net price realization of 1.3%.  This performance continued to be pressured by COVID-19 as consumer mobility in the restaurant and hospitality channels remained depressed. 

Total shipment volume versus year-ago declined 3.4% in the quarter, due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler case sales volume decreased 2.1% in the quarter compared to the year-ago period.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 4.5% to $253 million, compared to $265 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the impact of the lower net sales, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses and a slight year-over-year benefit from items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 4.5% to $254 million, compared to $266 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 90 basis points to 70.9%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 2.3% to $136 million, compared to net sales of $133 million in the year-ago period, driven by volume/mix growth of 2.3% and higher net price realization of 6.0%, significantly offset by unfavorable foreign currency translation of 6.0%. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased a strong 8.3%.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 39% to $32 million, compared to $23 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary expenses, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency transaction expense and inflation in logistics.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $33 million, compared to $25 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 550 basis points to 24.3%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 36% versus the prior year.

KDP Adjusted Guidance for 2021
KDP expects to deliver another year of strong net sales growth in 2021, positioning the Company to exceed its three-year merger target of 2-3% average annual growth.  Adjusted diluted EPS is again expected to grow by double-digits, enabling KDP to meet its three-year merger target of 15-17% average annual growth.

Specifically, constant currency net sales growth is expected in the range of 3-4% in 2021, driven by investments in innovation and marketing, the benefits of recent partnerships and ongoing strong in-market execution.  Adjusted diluted EPS growth is expected in the range of 13% to 15%, reflecting the benefits of the strong top-line performance and continued merger synergies and productivity, as well as reduced interest expense and improvement in the Company’s effective tax rate. 

Supporting this guidance are the following detailed expectations:

  • Merger synergies of approximately $200 million, for a three-year total of approximately $600 million, in line with the Company’s merger target.
  • Adjusted interest expense in the range of $505 million to $515 million.
  • Adjusted effective tax rate in the range of 23.5% to 24.0%.
  • Diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 1,430 million.
  • Management leverage ratio at or below 3.0x at year end 2021.

Investor Contacts:
Tyson Seely
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3352 / tyson.seely@kdrp.com

Steve Alexander
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 972-673-6769 / steve.alexander@kdrp.com

Media Contact:
Katie Gilroy
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3345 / katie.gilroy@kdrp.com

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion and nearly 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company’s portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott’s®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers.  The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability.  For more information, visit, www.keurigdrpepper.com.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained herein are «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as «outlook,» «guidance,» «anticipate,» «expect,» «believe,» «could,» «estimate,» «feel,» «forecast,» «intend,» «may,» «plan,» «potential,» «project,» «should,» «target,» «will,» «would,» and similar words, phrases or expressions and variations or negatives of these words, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements regarding the estimated or anticipated future results of the combined company following the combination of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. («KGM») and Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. («DPS» and such combination, the «transaction»), the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including estimated synergies and cost savings, the long-term merger targets, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on the current expectations of our management and are not predictions of actual performance.

These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties regarding the company’s business and the transaction and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) the impact the significant additional debt incurred in connection with the transaction may have on our ability to operate our business, (ii) risks relating to the integration of the KGM and DPS operations, products and employees into the combined company and assumption of certain potential liabilities of KGM and the possibility that the anticipated synergies and other benefits of the transaction, including cost savings, will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected timeframe, (iii) the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and (iv) risks relating to the businesses and the industries in which our combined company operates. These risks and uncertainties, as well as other risks and uncertainties, are more fully discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings. While the lists of risk factors presented here and in our public filings are considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statement made herein speaks only as of the date of this document. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any obligation to, update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by applicable laws or regulations.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
This release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures including Adjusted operating income, Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS and Free Cash Flow, which differ from results using U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered as supplements to the GAAP reported measures, should not be considered replacements for, or superior to, the GAAP measures and may not be comparable to similarly named measures used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures typically exclude certain charges, including one-time costs related to the transaction and integration activities, which are not expected to occur routinely in future periods. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures internally to focus management on performance excluding these special charges to gauge our business operating performance. Management believes this information is helpful to investors because it increases transparency and assists investors in understanding the underlying performance of the Company and in the analysis of ongoing operating trends. Additionally, management believes that non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by analysts and investors in their evaluation of companies, and continued inclusion provides consistency in financial reporting and enables analysts and investors to perform meaningful comparisons of past, present and future operating results. The most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to non-GAAP financial measures are set forth in the appendix to this release and included in the Company’s filings with the SEC.

To the extent that the Company provides guidance, it does so only on a non-GAAP basis and does not provide reconciliations of such forward-looking non-GAAP measures to GAAP due to the inability to predict the amount and timing of impacts outside of the Company’s control on certain items, such as non-cash gains or losses resulting from mark-to-market adjustments of derivative instruments, among others.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

For the Three Months and Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions, except per share data)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Cost of sales

1,353

1,241

5,132

4,778

Gross profit

1,768

1,693

6,486

6,342

Selling, general and administrative expenses

1,000

1,011

3,978

3,962

Impairment of intangible assets

67

67

Other operating (income) expense, net

1

(31)

(39)

2

Income from operations

700

713

2,480

2,378

Interest expense

146

157

604

654

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

4

11

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Other expense, net

(4)

4

17

19

Income before provision for income taxes

558

550

1,753

1,694

Provision for income taxes

130

144

428

440

Net income

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest

Net income attributable to KDP

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Earnings per common share:

Basic

$

0.30

$

0.29

$

0.94

$

0.89

Diluted

0.30

0.29

0.93

0.88

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

Basic

1,407.3

1,406.9

1,407.2

1,406.7

Diluted

1,423.8

1,419.9

1,422.1

1,419.1

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

As of December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except shares and per share data)

December 31,

(in millions, except share and per share data)

2020

2019

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

240

$

75

Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

15

26

Trade accounts receivable, net

1,048

1,115

Inventories

762

654

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

323

403

Total current assets

2,388

2,273

Property, plant and equipment, net

2,212

2,028

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

88

151

Goodwill

20,184

20,172

Other intangible assets, net

23,968

24,117

Other non-current assets

894

748

Deferred tax assets

45

29

Total assets

$

49,779

$

49,518

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$

3,740

$

3,176

Accrued expenses

1,040

939

Structured payables

153

321

Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term obligations

2,345

1,593

Other current liabilities

416

445

Total current liabilities

7,694

6,474

Long-term obligations

11,143

12,827

Deferred tax liabilities

5,993

6,030

Other non-current liabilities

1,119

930

Total liabilities

25,949

26,261

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 15,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued

Common stock, $0.01 par value, 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, 1,407,260,676 and
1,406,852,305 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2020 and 2019,
respectively

14

14

Additional paid-in capital

21,677

21,557

Retained earnings

2,061

1,582

Accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss

77

104

 Total stockholders’ equity

23,829

23,257

 Non-controlling interest

1

Total equity

23,830

23,257

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

49,779

$

49,518

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

For The Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions)

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Operating activities:

Net income

$

1,325

$

1,254

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense

362

358

Amortization of intangibles

133

126

Other amortization expense

158

174

Provision for sales returns

54

43

Deferred income taxes

(51)

(23)

Employee stock-based compensation expense

85

64

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

11

(Gain) loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment

(36)

(14)

Unrealized (gain) loss on foreign currency

(1)

(24)

Unrealized loss on derivatives

8

36

Equity in losses of unconsolidated affiliates

20

51

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Impairment on investments and note receivable of unconsolidated affiliates

102

Other, net

60

52

Changes in assets and liabilities:

Trade accounts receivable

(5)

(7)

Inventories

(107)

(24)

Income taxes receivable and payables, net

(91)

36

Other current and non current assets

(435)

(324)

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

624

583

Other current and non current liabilities

180

102

Net change in operating assets and liabilities

166

366

Net cash provided by operating activities

2,456

2,474

Investing activities:

Acquisitions of businesses

(8)

Issuance of related party note receivable

(6)

(32)

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

(5)

(16)

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Purchases of intangibles

(56)

(35)

Other, net

9

24

Net cash used in investing activities

(316)

(150)

Financing activities:

Proceeds from controlling shareholder stock transactions

29

Proceeds from unsecured credit facility

1,850

Proceeds from senior unsecured notes

1,500

Proceeds from term loan

2,000

Net (repayment) issuance of commercial paper notes

(1,246)

167

Proceeds from structured payables

171

330

Payments on structured payables

(341)

(531)

Payments on senior unsecured notes

(250)

(250)

Payment on unsecured credit facility

(1,850)

Payments on term loan

(955)

(3,203)

Payments on finance leases

(52)

(38)

Cash dividends paid

(846)

(844)

Other, net

5

Net cash used in financing activities

(1,990)

(2,364)

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents — net change from:

Operating, investing and financing activities

150

(40)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

(6)

12

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at beginning of period

111

139

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at end of period

$

255

$

111

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT INFORMATION

(Unaudited)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net Sales

Coffee Systems

$

1,320

$

1,210

$

4,433

$

4,233

Packaged Beverages

1,307

1,211

5,363

4,945

Beverage Concentrates

358

380

1,325

1,414

Latin America Beverages

136

133

497

528

Total net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

329

$

1,268

$

1,219

Packaged Beverages

165

226

822

757

Beverage Concentrates

253

265

932

955

Latin America Beverages

32

23

105

85

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

(130)

(647)

(638)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

713

$

2,480

$

2,378

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.
RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN NON-GAAP INFORMATION
(Unaudited)

The company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP. However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures that reflect the way management evaluates the business may provide investors with additional information regarding the company’s results, trends and ongoing performance on a comparable basis.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, we define our Adjusted non-GAAP financial measures as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability. The items affecting comparability are defined below.

Specifically, investors should consider the following with respect to our financial results:

Adjusted: Defined as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability.

Items affecting comparability: Defined as certain items that are excluded for comparison to prior year periods, adjusted for the tax impact as applicable. Tax impact is determined based upon an approximate rate for each item. For each period, management adjusts for (i) the unrealized mark-to-market impact of derivative instruments not designated as hedges in accordance with U.S. GAAP and do not have an offsetting risk reflected within the financial results; (ii) the amortization associated with definite-lived intangible assets; (iii) the amortization of the deferred financing costs associated with the DPS Merger and Keurig Acquisition; (iv) the amortization of the fair value adjustment of the senior unsecured notes obtained as a result of the DPS Merger; (v) stock compensation expense attributable to the matching awards made to employees who made an initial investment in the Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Executive Ownership Plan, the Keurig Dr Pepper Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2009 or the Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2019; and (vi) other certain items that are excluded for comparison purposes to prior year periods.

For year ended December 31, 2020, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (iv) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt; (v) incremental temporary costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (vi) impairment recognized on equity method investments with Bedford Systems, LLC and LifeFuels Inc; and (vii) impairment recognized on the Bai brand.

Incremental costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic include incremental expenses incurred to either maintain the health and safety of our front-line employees or temporarily increase compensation to such employees to ensure essential operations continue during the pandemic. We believe removing these costs reflects how management views our business results on a consistent basis.

For year ended December 31, 2019, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) transaction costs for significant business combinations (completed or abandoned) excluding the DPS Merger; (iv) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (v) the impact of the step-up of acquired inventory not associated with the DPS Merger (vi) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt and (vii) the loss related to the February 2019 organized malware attack on our business operation networks in the Coffee Systems segment.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, the supplemental financial data set forth below includes reconciliations of Adjusted income from operations, Adjusted net income and Adjusted diluted EPS to the applicable financial measure presented in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statement for the same period.

Reconciliations for these items are provided in the tables below.

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,353

$

1,768

56.6

%

$

1,000

$

67

$

700

22.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

31

(31)

23

(54)

Amortization of intangibles

(33)

33

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(56)

56

Productivity

(1)

1

(24)

25

Impairment of intangible assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(14)

14

COVID-19

(6)

6

(5)

11

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,377

$

1,744

55.9

%

$

885

$

$

858

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

146

$

558

$

130

23.3

%

$

428

1,423.8

$

0.30

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

1

(55)

(14)

(41)

(0.03)

Amortization of intangibles

33

8

25

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

2

4

Stock compensation

6

1

5

Restructuring and integration costs

56

15

41

0.03

Productivity

25

6

19

0.01

Impairment of intangible assets

67

15

52

0.04

Nonroutine legal matters

14

4

10

0.01

COVID-19

11

2

9

0.01

Adjusted GAAP

$

138

$

724

$

170

23.5

%

$

554

1,423.8

$

0.39

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,241

$

1,693

57.7

%

$

1,011

$

(31)

$

713

24.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

41

(41)

5

(46)

Amortization of intangibles

(32)

32

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(65)

(1)

66

Productivity

(1)

1

(19)

20

Transaction costs

(1)

1

Nonroutine legal matters

(21)

21

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,281

$

1,653

56.3

%

$

872

$

(32)

$

813

27.7

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

157

$

550

$

144

26.2

%

$

406

1,419.9

$

0.29

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(3)

(43)

(12)

(31)

(0.02)

Amortization of intangibles

32

8

24

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

1

5

Stock compensation

6

2

4

Restructuring and integration costs

1

65

16

49

0.04

Productivity

20

7

13

0.01

Transaction costs

1

1

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

2

Nonroutine legal matters

21

4

17

Adjusted GAAP

$

146

$

663

$

172

25.9

%

$

491

1,419.9

$

0.35

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

5,132

$

6,486

55.8

%

$

3,978

$

67

$

2,480

21.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

33

(33)

(5)

(28)

Amortization of intangibles

(133)

133

Stock compensation

(27)

27

Restructuring and integration costs

(199)

199

Productivity

(29)

29

(99)

128

Impairment of intangibles assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(57)

57

COVID-19

(44)

44

(84)

128

Adjusted GAAP

$

5,092

$

6,526

56.2

%

$

3,374

$

$

3,191

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Impairment on investments and note receivable

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

604

$

4

$

102

$

1,753

$

428

24.4

%

$

1,325

1,422.1

$

0.93

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(27)

(1)

(1)

Amortization of intangibles

133

35

98

0.07

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(11)

11

3

8

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(24)

24

6

18

0.01

Stock compensation

27

5

22

0.02

Restructuring and integration costs

199

49

150

0.11

Productivity

128

33

95

0.07

Impairment of intangibles assets

67

15

52

0.04

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(4)

4

1

3

Impairment on investment

(102)

102

25

77

0.05

Nonroutine legal matters

57

14

43

0.03

COVID-19

128

31

97

0.07

Adjusted GAAP

$

542

$

$

$

2,632

$

644

24.5

%

$

1,988

1,422.1

$

1.40

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

4,778

$

6,342

57.0

%

$

3,962

$

2

$

2,378

21.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

35

(35)

10

(45)

Amortization of intangibles

(126)

126

Stock compensation

(24)

24

Restructuring and integration costs

(1)

1

(216)

(25)

242

Productivity

(15)

15

(60)

(22)

97

Transaction costs

(9)

9

Nonroutine legal matters

(48)

48

Inventory step-up

(3)

3

3

Malware incident

(2)

2

(6)

8

Adjusted GAAP

$

4,792

$

6,328

56.9

%

$

3,483

$

(45)

$

2,890

26.0

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

654

$

11

$

1,694

$

440

26.0

%

$

1,254

1,419.1

$

0.88

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(47)

2

(1)

3

Amortization of intangibles

126

34

92

0.06

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(13)

13

4

9

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(26)

26

6

20

0.01

Stock compensation

24

6

18

0.01

Restructuring and integration costs

1

241

55

186

0.13

Productivity

97

24

73

0.05

Transaction costs

(16)

25

7

18

0.01

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(11)

11

2

9

0.01

Nonroutine legal matters

48

11

37

0.02

Inventory step-up

3

1

2

Malware incident

8

2

6

Adjusted GAAP

$

553

$

$

2,318

$

591

25.5

%

$

1,727

1,419.1

$

1.22

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

45

$

431

Packaged Beverages

165

80

245

Beverage Concentrates

253

1

254

Latin America Beverages

32

1

33

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

31

(105)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

158

$

858

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

329

$

41

$

370

Packaged Beverages

226

6

232

Beverage Concentrates

265

1

266

Latin America Beverages

23

2

25

Unallocated corporate costs

(130)

50

(80)

Total income from operations

$

713

$

100

$

813

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the year ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,268

$

246

$

1,514

Packaged Beverages

822

199

1,021

Beverage Concentrates

932

6

938

Latin America Beverages

105

3

108

Unallocated corporate costs

(647)

257

(390)

Total income from operations

$

2,480

$

711

$

3,191

For the year ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,219

$

184

$

1,403

Packaged Beverages

757

26

783

Beverage Concentrates

955

2

957

Latin America Beverages

85

(3)

82

Unallocated corporate costs

(638)

303

(335)

Total income from operations

$

2,378

$

512

$

2,890

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA AND MANAGEMENT LEVERAGE RATIO

(Unaudited)

(in millions, except for ratio)

ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION – LAST TWELVE MONTHS

Net income

$

1,325

Interest expense

604

Provision for income taxes

428

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Other (income) expense, net

17

Depreciation expense

362

Other amortization

158

Amortization of intangibles

133

EBITDA

$

3,200

Items affecting comparability:

Restructuring and integration expenses

$

199

Productivity

108

Nonroutine legal matters

57

Stock compensation

27

Mark to market

(28)

COVID-19

128

Adjusted EBITDA

$

3,691

December 31,

2020

Principal amounts of:

Commercial paper notes

$

Term loan

425

KDP Revolver

Senior unsecured notes

13,225

Total principal amounts

13,650

Less: Cash and cash equivalents

240

Total principal amounts less cash and cash equivalents

$

13,410

December 31, 2020 Management Leverage Ratio

3.6

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO FREE CASH FLOW

(Unaudited)

Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities adjusted for purchases of property, plant and equipment, proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment, and certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods. For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, there were no certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods.

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Net cash provided by operating activities

$

2,456

$

2,474

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Free Cash Flow

$

2,198

$

2,391

 

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN CURRENCY NEUTRAL ADJUSTED FINANCIAL RESULTS

(Unaudited)

Net sales, adjusted income from operations and adjusted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral: These adjusted financial results are calculated on a currency neutral basis by converting our current-period local currency financial results using the prior-period foreign currency exchange rates.

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

9.1

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

2.3

%

6.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

(0.2)

%

%

%

6.0

%

0.2

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

8.9

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

8.3

%

6.6

%

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

32.0

%

5.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

%

%

%

4.0

%

0.2

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

36.0

%

5.7

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

4.7

%

8.5

%

(6.3)

%

(5.9)

%

4.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

%

0.1

%

9.7

%

0.5

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

4.8

%

8.5

%

(6.2)

%

3.8

%

5.0

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

7.9

%

30.4

%

(2.0)

%

31.7

%

10.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

0.1

%

%

11.0

%

0.4

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

8.0

%

30.5

%

(2.0)

%

42.7

%

10.8

%

For the Three Months
Ended December 31, 2020

For the Year Ended
December 31, 2020

Adjusted diluted earnings per share

$

0.39

$

1.40

Impact of foreign currency

Adjusted diluted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral

$

0.39

$

1.40

 

The following table sets forth our reconciliation of significant COVID-19-related expenses. However, employee compensation expense and employee protection costs, which impact our SG&A expenses and cost of sales, are included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability and is excluded in our Adjusted financial measures. In addition, reported amounts under U.S. GAAP also include additional costs, not included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability, as presented in tables below.

Items Affecting Comparability(1)

(in millions)

Employee
Compensation
Expense(2)

Employee
Protection
Costs(3)

Allowances for
Expected Credit
Losses(4)

Inventory Write-
Downs(5)

Total

For the Three Months Ended
December 31, 2020

Coffee Systems

$

1

$

3

$

$

$

4

Packaged Beverages

3

3

6

Beverage Concentrates

Latin America Beverages

1

1

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

4

$

7

$

$

$

11

For the year ended December 31,
2020

Coffee Systems

$

15

$

10

$

2

$

8

$

35

Packaged Beverages

76

25

8

109

Beverage Concentrates

4

4

Latin America Beverages

2

2

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

91

$

37

$

14

$

8

$

150

(1)

Employee compensation expense and employee protection costs are both included as the COVID-19 items affecting comparability in the reconciliation of our Adjusted Non-GAAP financial measures.

(2)

Primarily reflects temporary incremental frontline incentive pay and the associated taxes in order to maintain essential operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses. In mid-September 2020, we discontinued the incremental frontline incentive pay program.

(3)

Includes costs associated with personal protective equipment, temperature scans, cleaning and other sanitization services. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses.

(4)

Allowances reflect the expected impact of the economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19, leveraging estimates of credit worthiness, default and recovery rates for certain of our customers. Impacts SG&A expenses.

(5)

Inventory write-downs represent obsolescence charges, which impact cost of sales.

 

(PRNewsfoto/Keurig Dr Pepper)

 

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Keurig Dr Pepper Reports Strong Finish to 2020

BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

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BURLINGTON, Mass and PLANO, Texas, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ: KDP) today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020 and provided guidance for 2021.   

Reported GAAP Basis

Adjusted Basis1

Q4

FY 2020

Q4

FY 2020

Net Sales

   % vs Prior Year

  % vs Prior Year – Constant Currency

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

$3.12 bn

6.4%

6.6%

$11.62 bn

4.5%

5.0%

Diluted EPS

   % vs Prior Year

$0.30

3.4%

$0.93

5.7%

$0.39

11.4%

$1.40

14.8%

Earlier today the Company announced a 25% increase in its annualized dividend rate to $0.75 per share, from the current $0.60 per share, effective with the Company’s regular quarterly dividend to be announced in the second quarter of 2021, subject to official declaration by the Board of Directors.  This 25% increase will result in growth of 12.5% in dividends paid in 2021 and another 11.1% increase in 2022, given the calendar timing of both the increase and dividend payments.

Commenting on the announcements, Chairman and CEO Bob Gamgort stated, «KDP again delivered on its annual financial commitments in 2020, capped by a strong fourth quarter with exceptional growth in net sales that was driven by market share gains across our portfolio and accelerated household adoption of the Keurig system. During the year, we implemented robust protocols to keep our employees safe, enhanced our portfolio with innovative new products and strategic partnerships, invested in our supply chain for growth, delivered our corporate responsibility goals and supported our communities. While we expect 2021 to be another challenging and unpredictable year, we’re confident in our ability to deliver the final year of the merger commitments communicated in 2018.  We are also confident in our ongoing strong free cash flow generation, which will enable us to return incremental value to our shareholders, while continuing to delever to our targeted level by year-end.»

Full-year 2020 highlights:

  • Successfully responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping employees safe, delivering for customers and providing for the communities that KDP serves.
  • Delivered strong net sales growth and double-digit Adjusted diluted EPS growth.
  • Grew market share2 in more than 90% of the Company’s cold beverage retail base.
  • Added approximately three million new U.S. households using the Keurig coffee system.
  • Strengthened and expanded KDP’s direct-store-delivery network through multiple transactions, including a long-term agreement with Polar Beverages.
  • Reduced financial obligations by more than $1.1 billion, with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand, and improved KDP’s management leverage ratio by 0.9x to 3.6x at year-end 2020.
  • Meaningfully advanced KDP’s sustainability agenda, achieving key 2020 goals.
  • Transferred KDP’s stock exchange listing to Nasdaq and entered the Nasdaq-100 Index, supporting KDP’s evolution into a Modern Beverage Company.

2020 Full Year Consolidated Results
Net sales for the full year of 2020 increased 4.5% to $11.62 billion, compared to $11.12 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 5.0%, driven by higher volume/mix of 5.6%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 0.6%. 

KDP in-market performance remained strong for the year, with dollar market share advancing in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base, including CSDs3, premium unflavored still water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce. This performance reflected the strength of Dr Pepper, Canada Dry and A&W CSDs, CORE hydration and evian premium water, Snapple tea and juice drinks, Clamato vegetable juice and Motts apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew nearly 10% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses.  In U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income increased 4.3% to $2.48 billion, compared to $2.38 billion in the year-ago period, driven by the strong net sales growth, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing.  Partially offsetting these factors were the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included $128 million of COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Also unfavorably impacting the comparison were increased operating expenses associated with higher consumer demand, inflation in logistics and certain other COVID-19 related costs. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 10.4% to $3.19 billion, compared to $2.89 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 150 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 10.8%.

Total COVID-19 related operating costs were $150 million in 2020, including the aforementioned $128 million in costs recognized as items affecting comparability.  These costs primarily reflected temporary compensation increases and incentives for front-line employees, as well as incremental health and safety measures across our employee base and enhanced sanitation expenses for our facilities. The remainder of the costs, totaling $22 million, were included in Adjusted results and represented inventory write-downs and bad debt expense in the first half of the year.

GAAP net income for the full year advanced 5.7% to $1.33 billion, or $0.93 per diluted share, compared to $1.25 billion, or $0.88 per diluted share in the year-ago period. This performance was driven by the growth in operating income, lower interest expense, reflecting continued deleveraging that was partially offset by comparison to prior year gains on interest rate swap contracts, and a lower effective tax rate, stemming from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the COVID-19 related costs, the non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and other non-cash impairment charges on equity investments incurred in 2020. Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income for the year increased 15% to $1.99 billion, compared to $1.73 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted diluted EPS for 2020 increased 15% to $1.40, compared to $1.22 in the year-ago period.

KDP generated exceptionally strong free cash flow of $2.20 billion in 2020, reflecting growth in operating income and ongoing effective working capital management. The free cash flow performance enabled KDP to reduce total financial obligations by $1.12 billion and the Company ended the year with $240 million of unrestricted cash on hand.  The Company’s management leverage ratio declined to 3.6x at the end of 2020, compared to 4.5x at the end of 2019, primarily reflecting the reduction in bank debt and strong earnings growth.  Since the close of the merger in July 2018, KDP’s management leverage ratio has declined by 2.4x.

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1 Adjusted financial metrics used in this release are non-GAAP. See reconciliations of GAAP results to Adjusted results in the accompanying tables.   

2 Market share and retail consumption data based on Keurig Dr Pepper’s custom IRi category definitions for the 13- and 52-week periods ending 12/27/2020.

3 CSDs refer to «Carbonated Soft Drinks».

2020 Full Year Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales in 2020 increased 4.7% to $4.43 billion, compared to $4.23 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 7.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 2.4%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 4.8%.

The volume/mix growth of 7.2% reflected strong pod volume growth of 6.3% and exceptionally strong brewer volume growth of 21%. Pod growth was driven by double-digit at-home consumption, partially offset by a significant decline in the away-from-home business, as work-from-home trends were elevated for most of the year.  The strong brewer growth was driven by continued innovation, marketing investments to grow household penetration and a very successful holiday season.  For the full year, U.S. households regularly using a Keurig brewer increased approximately 10% to 33 million households.

Operating income increased 4.0% to $1.27 billion in 2020, compared to $1.22 billion in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $25 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 7.9% to $1.51 billion, compared to $1.40 billion in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 110 basis points to 34.2%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 8.0%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales in 2020 increased 8.5% to $5.36 billion, compared to $4.95 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 8.2% and higher net price realization of 0.3%. This strong performance reflected market share growth across the portfolio, with particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, juice, apple sauce and mixers, partially offset by softness in enhanced flavored water due to a slowdown in the convenience and gas channels for most of the year.

Brands driving the strong net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Squirt and Sunkist CSDs, Core Hydration and evian premium water, Motts juices, Snapple teas and juice drinks, A Shoc energy, Clamato, Real Lemon and mixers, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income increased 8.6% to $0.82 billion in 2020, compared to $0.76 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, and continued productivity and merger synergies.  These growth drivers were partially offset by higher operating costs to meet strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $101 million in costs related to COVID-19 and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 30% to $1.02 billion, compared to $0.78 billion in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 320 basis points to 19.0%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 31%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales in 2020 decreased 6.3% to $1.33 billion, compared to $1.41 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 5.8%, lower net price realization of 0.4% and unfavorable foreign currency translation of 0.1%. This performance primarily reflected the negative impact of COVID-19 on the fountain foodservice business, which primarily serves the restaurant and hospitality channels, due to significantly reduced consumer mobility.  On a constant currency basis, net sales decreased 6.2%.

Total shipment volume declined 5.1% versus year-ago due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler cases sales volume in 2020 decreased 2.4% versus the prior year.

Operating income in 2020 decreased 2.4% to $932 million, compared to $955 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the lower net sales and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 2.0% to $938 million, compared to $957 million in the year-ago period and Adjusted operating margin increased 310 basis points to 70.8%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales in 2020 decreased 5.9% to $497 million, compared to $528 million in the year-ago period, primarily reflecting the impact of unfavorable foreign currency translation.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 3.8%, reflecting higher net price realization of 5.8%, partially offset by lower volume/mix of 2.0% due primarily to the impact of COVID-19 in Mexico.

Operating income in 2020 increased 24% to $105 million, compared to $85 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary spending, partially offset by the unfavorable impacts of foreign currency transaction expense, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $108 million, compared to $82 million in the prior year, and Adjusted operating margin increased 620 basis points to 21.7%. On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 42.7% versus 2019.

Fourth Quarter Consolidated Results
Net sales in the fourth quarter of 2020 grew at an accelerated rate of 6.4% to $3.12 billion, compared to $2.93 billion in the year-ago period.  On a constant currency basis, net sales advanced 6.6%, reflecting higher volume/mix of 6.3% and favorable net price realization of 0.3%.

KDP in-market performance remained strong in the quarter, with dollar market share continuing to advance in more than 90% of KDP’s cold beverage retail base.  This performance reflected particular strength in CSDs, premium unflavored water, teas and fruit drinks, vegetable juice, apple juice and apple sauce.  In coffee, retail consumption of single-serve pods manufactured by KDP grew more than 7% in IRi tracked channels, with accelerated growth in e-commerce, partially offset by significant declines in away from home office and hospitality businesses. In the U.S. tracked channels, dollar market share of KDP manufactured pods remained strong at 83%.

GAAP operating income decreased 1.8% to $700 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $713 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the benefits of the strong growth in net sales, lower discretionary expenses, primarily marketing, continued productivity and merger synergies.  More than offsetting these factors were the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million gain in the prior year on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating expenses associated with increased consumer demand, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including COVID-19 related costs and a $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income in the quarter increased 5.5% to $858 million, compared to Adjusted operating income of $813 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 20 basis points to 27.5%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 5.7%.

The COVID-19 related operating costs incurred in the fourth quarter totaled $11 million, all of which were recognized as items affecting comparability, and consisted of temporary compensation increases and incentives for frontline employees, as well as incremental safety and sanitation expenses.

GAAP net income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 5.4% to $428 million, or $0.30 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income of $406 million, or $0.29 per diluted share in the year-ago period.  This performance reflected the strong growth in net sales, higher operating income driven by lower discretionary expenses, productivity and merger synergies, as well as lower interest expense and a lower effective tax rate resulting from favorable valuation adjustments and discrete tax items. These drivers were partially offset by the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including the aforementioned $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $11 million of COVID-19 related operating costs.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted net income advanced nearly 13% to $554 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $491 million in the year-ago period. Adjusted diluted EPS increased 11.4% to $0.39, compared to $0.35 in the year-ago period.

Free cash flow generation remained strong at $685 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, enabling the Company to reduce bank debt by $410 million.

Fourth Quarter Segment Results

Coffee Systems
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 9.1% to $1.32 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting higher volume/mix of 10.2%, partially offset by lower net price realization of 1.3%.  Also impacting the net sales performance was favorable foreign currency translation of 0.2%.  On a constant currency basis, net sales increased 8.9%.

The volume/mix increase of 10.2% in the quarter reflected strong pod volume growth of 7.4% and exceptionally strong brewer growth of nearly 28%. Pod growth was driven by strong at-home consumption, partially offset by continued softness in the away-from-home business, as return to offices and hospitality remain depressed although improved since the second quarter. The strong brewer volume was driven by innovation and increased shipments to retailers during a very successful holiday season.   

Operating income increased 17% to $386 million in the fourth quarter of 2020, compared to $329 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses. Partially offsetting these positive drivers were unfavorable margin mix related to the exceptionally strong brewer growth, inflation in logistics and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, including $4 million in costs related to COVID-19.  Excluding these and other items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 17% to $431 million, compared to $370 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 210 basis points to 32.7%.

Packaged Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 7.9% to $1.31 billion, compared to $1.21 billion in the year-ago period, reflecting favorable volume/mix of 6.1% due to continued, strong market share expansion across the portfolio and higher net price realization of 1.8%. 

Leading the net sales performance were Dr Pepper, A&W, Canada Dry, 7UP, Sunkist and Squirt CSDs, Snapple and Motts juices, CORE hydration and evian premium water and Clamato, partially offset by a decline in Bai.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 27% to $165 million, compared to $226 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the unfavorable comparison to a $30 million year-ago gain on the sale-leaseback of three manufacturing facilities, higher operating costs to meet the continued strong consumer demand, inflation in logistics costs, and the unfavorable year-over-year impact of items affecting comparability, which included the $67 million non-cash impairment charge on the Bai brand and $6 million in costs related to COVID-19. Partially offsetting these drivers were the strong growth in net sales, continued productivity and merger synergies and lower discretionary expenses.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 5.6% to $245 million, compared to $232 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin declined 50 basis points to 18.7%.

Beverage Concentrates
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 5.8% to $358 million, compared to $380 million in the year-ago period, reflecting unfavorable volume/mix of 4.5% and lower net price realization of 1.3%.  This performance continued to be pressured by COVID-19 as consumer mobility in the restaurant and hospitality channels remained depressed. 

Total shipment volume versus year-ago declined 3.4% in the quarter, due to the aforementioned COVID-19 impact on the fountain foodservice business.  Declines in Dr Pepper and Crush were partially offset by increased shipment volume in Squirt.  Bottler case sales volume decreased 2.1% in the quarter compared to the year-ago period.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 decreased 4.5% to $253 million, compared to $265 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the impact of the lower net sales, partially offset by lower discretionary expenses and a slight year-over-year benefit from items affecting comparability.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income decreased 4.5% to $254 million, compared to $266 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 90 basis points to 70.9%. 

Latin America Beverages
Net sales for the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 2.3% to $136 million, compared to net sales of $133 million in the year-ago period, driven by volume/mix growth of 2.3% and higher net price realization of 6.0%, significantly offset by unfavorable foreign currency translation of 6.0%. On a constant currency basis, net sales increased a strong 8.3%.

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2020 increased 39% to $32 million, compared to $23 million in the year-ago period, reflecting the strong growth in constant currency net sales, continued productivity and lower discretionary expenses, partially offset by the unfavorable impact of foreign currency transaction expense and inflation in logistics.  Excluding items affecting comparability, Adjusted operating income increased 32% to $33 million, compared to $25 million in the year-ago period, and Adjusted operating margin increased 550 basis points to 24.3%.  On a constant currency basis, Adjusted operating income grew 36% versus the prior year.

KDP Adjusted Guidance for 2021
KDP expects to deliver another year of strong net sales growth in 2021, positioning the Company to exceed its three-year merger target of 2-3% average annual growth.  Adjusted diluted EPS is again expected to grow by double-digits, enabling KDP to meet its three-year merger target of 15-17% average annual growth.

Specifically, constant currency net sales growth is expected in the range of 3-4% in 2021, driven by investments in innovation and marketing, the benefits of recent partnerships and ongoing strong in-market execution.  Adjusted diluted EPS growth is expected in the range of 13% to 15%, reflecting the benefits of the strong top-line performance and continued merger synergies and productivity, as well as reduced interest expense and improvement in the Company’s effective tax rate. 

Supporting this guidance are the following detailed expectations:

  • Merger synergies of approximately $200 million, for a three-year total of approximately $600 million, in line with the Company’s merger target.
  • Adjusted interest expense in the range of $505 million to $515 million.
  • Adjusted effective tax rate in the range of 23.5% to 24.0%.
  • Diluted weighted average shares outstanding of approximately 1,430 million.
  • Management leverage ratio at or below 3.0x at year end 2021.

Investor Contacts:
Tyson Seely
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3352 / tyson.seely@kdrp.com

Steve Alexander
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 972-673-6769 / steve.alexander@kdrp.com

Media Contact:
Katie Gilroy
Keurig Dr Pepper
T: 781-418-3345 / katie.gilroy@kdrp.com

About Keurig Dr Pepper
Keurig Dr Pepper (KDP) is a leading beverage company in North America, with annual revenue in excess of $11 billion and nearly 27,000 employees. KDP holds leadership positions in soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea, water, juice and juice drinks and mixers, and markets the #1 single serve coffee brewing system in the U.S. and Canada. The Company’s portfolio of more than 125 owned, licensed and partner brands is designed to satisfy virtually any consumer need, any time, and includes Keurig®, Dr Pepper®, Green Mountain Coffee Roasters®, Canada Dry®, Snapple®, Bai®, Mott’s®, CORE® and The Original Donut Shop®. Through its powerful sales and distribution network, KDP can deliver its portfolio of hot and cold beverages to nearly every point of purchase for consumers.  The Company is committed to sourcing, producing and distributing its beverages responsibly through its Drink Well. Do Good. corporate responsibility platform, including efforts around circular packaging, efficient natural resource use and supply chain sustainability.  For more information, visit, www.keurigdrpepper.com.

FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained herein are «forward-looking statements» within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by the use of words such as «outlook,» «guidance,» «anticipate,» «expect,» «believe,» «could,» «estimate,» «feel,» «forecast,» «intend,» «may,» «plan,» «potential,» «project,» «should,» «target,» «will,» «would,» and similar words, phrases or expressions and variations or negatives of these words, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. Forward-looking statements by their nature address matters that are, to different degrees, uncertain, such as statements regarding the estimated or anticipated future results of the combined company following the combination of Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. («KGM») and Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc. («DPS» and such combination, the «transaction»), the anticipated benefits of the transaction, including estimated synergies and cost savings, the long-term merger targets, and other statements that are not historical facts. These statements are based on the current expectations of our management and are not predictions of actual performance.

These forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties regarding the company’s business and the transaction and actual results may differ materially. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: (i) the impact the significant additional debt incurred in connection with the transaction may have on our ability to operate our business, (ii) risks relating to the integration of the KGM and DPS operations, products and employees into the combined company and assumption of certain potential liabilities of KGM and the possibility that the anticipated synergies and other benefits of the transaction, including cost savings, will not be realized or will not be realized within the expected timeframe, (iii) the impact of the global COVID-19 pandemic, and (iv) risks relating to the businesses and the industries in which our combined company operates. These risks and uncertainties, as well as other risks and uncertainties, are more fully discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including our Annual Report on Form 10-K and subsequent filings. While the lists of risk factors presented here and in our public filings are considered representative, no such list should be considered to be a complete statement of all potential risks and uncertainties. Any forward-looking statement made herein speaks only as of the date of this document. We are under no obligation to, and expressly disclaim any obligation to, update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, subsequent events or otherwise, except as required by applicable laws or regulations.

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
This release includes certain non-GAAP financial measures including Adjusted operating income, Adjusted net income, Adjusted diluted EPS and Free Cash Flow, which differ from results using U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). These non-GAAP financial measures should be considered as supplements to the GAAP reported measures, should not be considered replacements for, or superior to, the GAAP measures and may not be comparable to similarly named measures used by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures typically exclude certain charges, including one-time costs related to the transaction and integration activities, which are not expected to occur routinely in future periods. The Company uses non-GAAP financial measures internally to focus management on performance excluding these special charges to gauge our business operating performance. Management believes this information is helpful to investors because it increases transparency and assists investors in understanding the underlying performance of the Company and in the analysis of ongoing operating trends. Additionally, management believes that non-GAAP financial measures are frequently used by analysts and investors in their evaluation of companies, and continued inclusion provides consistency in financial reporting and enables analysts and investors to perform meaningful comparisons of past, present and future operating results. The most directly comparable GAAP financial measures and reconciliations to non-GAAP financial measures are set forth in the appendix to this release and included in the Company’s filings with the SEC.

To the extent that the Company provides guidance, it does so only on a non-GAAP basis and does not provide reconciliations of such forward-looking non-GAAP measures to GAAP due to the inability to predict the amount and timing of impacts outside of the Company’s control on certain items, such as non-cash gains or losses resulting from mark-to-market adjustments of derivative instruments, among others.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME

For the Three Months and Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions, except per share data)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Cost of sales

1,353

1,241

5,132

4,778

Gross profit

1,768

1,693

6,486

6,342

Selling, general and administrative expenses

1,000

1,011

3,978

3,962

Impairment of intangible assets

67

67

Other operating (income) expense, net

1

(31)

(39)

2

Income from operations

700

713

2,480

2,378

Interest expense

146

157

604

654

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

4

11

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Other expense, net

(4)

4

17

19

Income before provision for income taxes

558

550

1,753

1,694

Provision for income taxes

130

144

428

440

Net income

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Less: Net income attributable to non-controlling interest

Net income attributable to KDP

$

428

$

406

$

1,325

$

1,254

Earnings per common share:

Basic

$

0.30

$

0.29

$

0.94

$

0.89

Diluted

0.30

0.29

0.93

0.88

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

Basic

1,407.3

1,406.9

1,407.2

1,406.7

Diluted

1,423.8

1,419.9

1,422.1

1,419.1

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

As of December 31, 2020 and 2019

(Unaudited, in millions, except shares and per share data)

December 31,

(in millions, except share and per share data)

2020

2019

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

240

$

75

Restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

15

26

Trade accounts receivable, net

1,048

1,115

Inventories

762

654

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

323

403

Total current assets

2,388

2,273

Property, plant and equipment, net

2,212

2,028

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

88

151

Goodwill

20,184

20,172

Other intangible assets, net

23,968

24,117

Other non-current assets

894

748

Deferred tax assets

45

29

Total assets

$

49,779

$

49,518

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$

3,740

$

3,176

Accrued expenses

1,040

939

Structured payables

153

321

Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term obligations

2,345

1,593

Other current liabilities

416

445

Total current liabilities

7,694

6,474

Long-term obligations

11,143

12,827

Deferred tax liabilities

5,993

6,030

Other non-current liabilities

1,119

930

Total liabilities

25,949

26,261

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders’ equity:

Preferred stock, $0.01 par value, 15,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued

Common stock, $0.01 par value, 2,000,000,000 shares authorized, 1,407,260,676 and
1,406,852,305 shares issued and outstanding as of December 31, 2020 and 2019,
respectively

14

14

Additional paid-in capital

21,677

21,557

Retained earnings

2,061

1,582

Accumulated other comprehensive (income) loss

77

104

 Total stockholders’ equity

23,829

23,257

 Non-controlling interest

1

Total equity

23,830

23,257

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

$

49,779

$

49,518

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

For The Years Ended December 31, 2020 and 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions)

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Operating activities:

Net income

$

1,325

$

1,254

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation expense

362

358

Amortization of intangibles

133

126

Other amortization expense

158

174

Provision for sales returns

54

43

Deferred income taxes

(51)

(23)

Employee stock-based compensation expense

85

64

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

11

(Gain) loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment

(36)

(14)

Unrealized (gain) loss on foreign currency

(1)

(24)

Unrealized loss on derivatives

8

36

Equity in losses of unconsolidated affiliates

20

51

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Impairment on investments and note receivable of unconsolidated affiliates

102

Other, net

60

52

Changes in assets and liabilities:

Trade accounts receivable

(5)

(7)

Inventories

(107)

(24)

Income taxes receivable and payables, net

(91)

36

Other current and non current assets

(435)

(324)

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

624

583

Other current and non current liabilities

180

102

Net change in operating assets and liabilities

166

366

Net cash provided by operating activities

2,456

2,474

Investing activities:

Acquisitions of businesses

(8)

Issuance of related party note receivable

(6)

(32)

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

(5)

(16)

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Purchases of intangibles

(56)

(35)

Other, net

9

24

Net cash used in investing activities

(316)

(150)

Financing activities:

Proceeds from controlling shareholder stock transactions

29

Proceeds from unsecured credit facility

1,850

Proceeds from senior unsecured notes

1,500

Proceeds from term loan

2,000

Net (repayment) issuance of commercial paper notes

(1,246)

167

Proceeds from structured payables

171

330

Payments on structured payables

(341)

(531)

Payments on senior unsecured notes

(250)

(250)

Payment on unsecured credit facility

(1,850)

Payments on term loan

(955)

(3,203)

Payments on finance leases

(52)

(38)

Cash dividends paid

(846)

(844)

Other, net

5

Net cash used in financing activities

(1,990)

(2,364)

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents — net change from:

Operating, investing and financing activities

150

(40)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents

(6)

12

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at beginning of period

111

139

Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and restricted cash equivalents at end of period

$

255

$

111

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT INFORMATION

(Unaudited)

For the Three Months Ended
December 31,

For the Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

2020

2019

Net Sales

Coffee Systems

$

1,320

$

1,210

$

4,433

$

4,233

Packaged Beverages

1,307

1,211

5,363

4,945

Beverage Concentrates

358

380

1,325

1,414

Latin America Beverages

136

133

497

528

Total net sales

$

3,121

$

2,934

$

11,618

$

11,120

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

329

$

1,268

$

1,219

Packaged Beverages

165

226

822

757

Beverage Concentrates

253

265

932

955

Latin America Beverages

32

23

105

85

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

(130)

(647)

(638)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

713

$

2,480

$

2,378

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.
RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN NON-GAAP INFORMATION
(Unaudited)

The company reports its financial results in accordance with U.S. GAAP. However, management believes that certain non-GAAP financial measures that reflect the way management evaluates the business may provide investors with additional information regarding the company’s results, trends and ongoing performance on a comparable basis.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, we define our Adjusted non-GAAP financial measures as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability. The items affecting comparability are defined below.

Specifically, investors should consider the following with respect to our financial results:

Adjusted: Defined as certain financial statement captions and metrics adjusted for certain items affecting comparability.

Items affecting comparability: Defined as certain items that are excluded for comparison to prior year periods, adjusted for the tax impact as applicable. Tax impact is determined based upon an approximate rate for each item. For each period, management adjusts for (i) the unrealized mark-to-market impact of derivative instruments not designated as hedges in accordance with U.S. GAAP and do not have an offsetting risk reflected within the financial results; (ii) the amortization associated with definite-lived intangible assets; (iii) the amortization of the deferred financing costs associated with the DPS Merger and Keurig Acquisition; (iv) the amortization of the fair value adjustment of the senior unsecured notes obtained as a result of the DPS Merger; (v) stock compensation expense attributable to the matching awards made to employees who made an initial investment in the Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. Executive Ownership Plan, the Keurig Dr Pepper Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2009 or the Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. Omnibus Incentive Plan of 2019; and (vi) other certain items that are excluded for comparison purposes to prior year periods.

For year ended December 31, 2020, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (iv) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt; (v) incremental temporary costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic; (vi) impairment recognized on equity method investments with Bedford Systems, LLC and LifeFuels Inc; and (vii) impairment recognized on the Bai brand.

Incremental costs to our operations related to risks associated with the COVID-19 pandemic include incremental expenses incurred to either maintain the health and safety of our front-line employees or temporarily increase compensation to such employees to ensure essential operations continue during the pandemic. We believe removing these costs reflects how management views our business results on a consistent basis.

For year ended December 31, 2019, the other certain items excluded for comparison purposes include (i) restructuring and integration expenses related to significant business combinations; (ii) productivity expenses; (iii) transaction costs for significant business combinations (completed or abandoned) excluding the DPS Merger; (iv) costs related to significant nonroutine legal matters; (v) the impact of the step-up of acquired inventory not associated with the DPS Merger (vi) the loss on early extinguishment of debt related to the redemption of debt and (vii) the loss related to the February 2019 organized malware attack on our business operation networks in the Coffee Systems segment.

For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, the supplemental financial data set forth below includes reconciliations of Adjusted income from operations, Adjusted net income and Adjusted diluted EPS to the applicable financial measure presented in the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statement for the same period.

Reconciliations for these items are provided in the tables below.

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,353

$

1,768

56.6

%

$

1,000

$

67

$

700

22.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

31

(31)

23

(54)

Amortization of intangibles

(33)

33

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(56)

56

Productivity

(1)

1

(24)

25

Impairment of intangible assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(14)

14

COVID-19

(6)

6

(5)

11

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,377

$

1,744

55.9

%

$

885

$

$

858

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

146

$

558

$

130

23.3

%

$

428

1,423.8

$

0.30

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

1

(55)

(14)

(41)

(0.03)

Amortization of intangibles

33

8

25

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

2

4

Stock compensation

6

1

5

Restructuring and integration costs

56

15

41

0.03

Productivity

25

6

19

0.01

Impairment of intangible assets

67

15

52

0.04

Nonroutine legal matters

14

4

10

0.01

COVID-19

11

2

9

0.01

Adjusted GAAP

$

138

$

724

$

170

23.5

%

$

554

1,423.8

$

0.39

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

1,241

$

1,693

57.7

%

$

1,011

$

(31)

$

713

24.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

41

(41)

5

(46)

Amortization of intangibles

(32)

32

Stock compensation

(6)

6

Restructuring and integration costs

(65)

(1)

66

Productivity

(1)

1

(19)

20

Transaction costs

(1)

1

Nonroutine legal matters

(21)

21

Adjusted GAAP

$

1,281

$

1,653

56.3

%

$

872

$

(32)

$

813

27.7

%

 

Interest expense

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

157

$

550

$

144

26.2

%

$

406

1,419.9

$

0.29

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(3)

(43)

(12)

(31)

(0.02)

Amortization of intangibles

32

8

24

0.02

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(3)

3

1

2

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(6)

6

1

5

Stock compensation

6

2

4

Restructuring and integration costs

1

65

16

49

0.04

Productivity

20

7

13

0.01

Transaction costs

1

1

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

2

2

Nonroutine legal matters

21

4

17

Adjusted GAAP

$

146

$

663

$

172

25.9

%

$

491

1,419.9

$

0.35

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Impairment of intangible assets

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

5,132

$

6,486

55.8

%

$

3,978

$

67

$

2,480

21.3

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

33

(33)

(5)

(28)

Amortization of intangibles

(133)

133

Stock compensation

(27)

27

Restructuring and integration costs

(199)

199

Productivity

(29)

29

(99)

128

Impairment of intangibles assets

(67)

67

Nonroutine legal matters

(57)

57

COVID-19

(44)

44

(84)

128

Adjusted GAAP

$

5,092

$

6,526

56.2

%

$

3,374

$

$

3,191

27.5

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Impairment on investments and note receivable

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

604

$

4

$

102

$

1,753

$

428

24.4

%

$

1,325

1,422.1

$

0.93

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(27)

(1)

(1)

Amortization of intangibles

133

35

98

0.07

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(11)

11

3

8

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(24)

24

6

18

0.01

Stock compensation

27

5

22

0.02

Restructuring and integration costs

199

49

150

0.11

Productivity

128

33

95

0.07

Impairment of intangibles assets

67

15

52

0.04

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(4)

4

1

3

Impairment on investment

(102)

102

25

77

0.05

Nonroutine legal matters

57

14

43

0.03

COVID-19

128

31

97

0.07

Adjusted GAAP

$

542

$

$

$

2,632

$

644

24.5

%

$

1,988

1,422.1

$

1.40

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN REPORTED ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED ITEMS

For the Year Ended December 31, 2019 

(Unaudited, in millions, except per share data)

Cost of sales

Gross profit

Gross margin

Selling, general and administrative expenses

Other operating expense (income), net

Income from operations

Operating margin

Reported

$

4,778

$

6,342

57.0

%

$

3,962

$

2

$

2,378

21.4

%

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

35

(35)

10

(45)

Amortization of intangibles

(126)

126

Stock compensation

(24)

24

Restructuring and integration costs

(1)

1

(216)

(25)

242

Productivity

(15)

15

(60)

(22)

97

Transaction costs

(9)

9

Nonroutine legal matters

(48)

48

Inventory step-up

(3)

3

3

Malware incident

(2)

2

(6)

8

Adjusted GAAP

$

4,792

$

6,328

56.9

%

$

3,483

$

(45)

$

2,890

26.0

%

 

Interest expense

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

Income before provision for income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Effective tax rate

Net income attributable to KDP

Weighted Average Diluted shares

Diluted earnings per share

Reported

$

654

$

11

$

1,694

$

440

26.0

%

$

1,254

1,419.1

$

0.88

Items Affecting Comparability:

Mark to market

(47)

2

(1)

3

Amortization of intangibles

126

34

92

0.06

Amortization of deferred financing costs

(13)

13

4

9

0.01

Amortization of fair value debt adjustment

(26)

26

6

20

0.01

Stock compensation

24

6

18

0.01

Restructuring and integration costs

1

241

55

186

0.13

Productivity

97

24

73

0.05

Transaction costs

(16)

25

7

18

0.01

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

(11)

11

2

9

0.01

Nonroutine legal matters

48

11

37

0.02

Inventory step-up

3

1

2

Malware incident

8

2

6

Adjusted GAAP

$

553

$

$

2,318

$

591

25.5

%

$

1,727

1,419.1

$

1.22

Diluted earnings per common share may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

386

$

45

$

431

Packaged Beverages

165

80

245

Beverage Concentrates

253

1

254

Latin America Beverages

32

1

33

Unallocated corporate costs

(136)

31

(105)

Total income from operations

$

700

$

158

$

858

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

329

$

41

$

370

Packaged Beverages

226

6

232

Beverage Concentrates

265

1

266

Latin America Beverages

23

2

25

Unallocated corporate costs

(130)

50

(80)

Total income from operations

$

713

$

100

$

813

Numbers may not foot due to rounding.

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF SEGMENT ITEMS TO CERTAIN NON-GAAP ADJUSTED SEGMENT ITEMS

(Unaudited)

(in millions)

Reported

Items Affecting
Comparability

Adjusted
GAAP

For the year ended December 31, 2020

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,268

$

246

$

1,514

Packaged Beverages

822

199

1,021

Beverage Concentrates

932

6

938

Latin America Beverages

105

3

108

Unallocated corporate costs

(647)

257

(390)

Total income from operations

$

2,480

$

711

$

3,191

For the year ended December 31, 2019

Income from Operations

Coffee Systems

$

1,219

$

184

$

1,403

Packaged Beverages

757

26

783

Beverage Concentrates

955

2

957

Latin America Beverages

85

(3)

82

Unallocated corporate costs

(638)

303

(335)

Total income from operations

$

2,378

$

512

$

2,890

 


KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED EBITDA AND MANAGEMENT LEVERAGE RATIO

(Unaudited)

(in millions, except for ratio)

ADJUSTED EBITDA RECONCILIATION – LAST TWELVE MONTHS

Net income

$

1,325

Interest expense

604

Provision for income taxes

428

Loss on early extinguishment of debt

4

Impairment of investments and note receivable

102

Impairment of intangible assets

67

Other (income) expense, net

17

Depreciation expense

362

Other amortization

158

Amortization of intangibles

133

EBITDA

$

3,200

Items affecting comparability:

Restructuring and integration expenses

$

199

Productivity

108

Nonroutine legal matters

57

Stock compensation

27

Mark to market

(28)

COVID-19

128

Adjusted EBITDA

$

3,691

December 31,

2020

Principal amounts of:

Commercial paper notes

$

Term loan

425

KDP Revolver

Senior unsecured notes

13,225

Total principal amounts

13,650

Less: Cash and cash equivalents

240

Total principal amounts less cash and cash equivalents

$

13,410

December 31, 2020 Management Leverage Ratio

3.6

 

KEURIG DR PEPPER INC.

RECONCILIATION OF NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES TO FREE CASH FLOW

(Unaudited)

Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities adjusted for purchases of property, plant and equipment, proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment, and certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods. For the years ended December 31, 2020 and 2019, there were no certain items excluded for comparison to prior year periods.

For the Year Ended December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

Net cash provided by operating activities

$

2,456

$

2,474

Purchases of property, plant and equipment

(461)

(330)

Proceeds from sales of property, plant and equipment

203

247

Free Cash Flow

$

2,198

$

2,391

 

RECONCILIATION OF CERTAIN CURRENCY NEUTRAL ADJUSTED FINANCIAL RESULTS

(Unaudited)

Net sales, adjusted income from operations and adjusted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral: These adjusted financial results are calculated on a currency neutral basis by converting our current-period local currency financial results using the prior-period foreign currency exchange rates.

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

9.1

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

2.3

%

6.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

(0.2)

%

%

%

6.0

%

0.2

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

8.9

%

7.9

%

(5.8)

%

8.3

%

6.6

%

For the Three Months Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

32.0

%

5.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

%

%

%

4.0

%

0.2

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

16.5

%

5.6

%

(4.5)

%

36.0

%

5.7

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Net sales

4.7

%

8.5

%

(6.3)

%

(5.9)

%

4.5

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

%

0.1

%

9.7

%

0.5

%

Net sales, as adjusted to currency neutral

4.8

%

8.5

%

(6.2)

%

3.8

%

5.0

%

For the Year Ended December 31, 2020

Coffee

Packaged

Beverage

Latin
America

Percent change

Systems

Beverages

Concentrates

Beverages

Total

Adjusted income from operations

7.9

%

30.4

%

(2.0)

%

31.7

%

10.4

%

Impact of foreign currency

0.1

%

0.1

%

%

11.0

%

0.4

%

Adjusted income from operations, as adjusted to
currency neutral

8.0

%

30.5

%

(2.0)

%

42.7

%

10.8

%

For the Three Months
Ended December 31, 2020

For the Year Ended
December 31, 2020

Adjusted diluted earnings per share

$

0.39

$

1.40

Impact of foreign currency

Adjusted diluted earnings per share, as adjusted to currency neutral

$

0.39

$

1.40

 

The following table sets forth our reconciliation of significant COVID-19-related expenses. However, employee compensation expense and employee protection costs, which impact our SG&A expenses and cost of sales, are included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability and is excluded in our Adjusted financial measures. In addition, reported amounts under U.S. GAAP also include additional costs, not included as the COVID-19 item affecting comparability, as presented in tables below.

Items Affecting Comparability(1)

(in millions)

Employee
Compensation
Expense(2)

Employee
Protection
Costs(3)

Allowances for
Expected Credit
Losses(4)

Inventory Write-
Downs(5)

Total

For the Three Months Ended
December 31, 2020

Coffee Systems

$

1

$

3

$

$

$

4

Packaged Beverages

3

3

6

Beverage Concentrates

Latin America Beverages

1

1

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

4

$

7

$

$

$

11

For the year ended December 31,
2020

Coffee Systems

$

15

$

10

$

2

$

8

$

35

Packaged Beverages

76

25

8

109

Beverage Concentrates

4

4

Latin America Beverages

2

2

Unallocated corporate costs

Total

$

91

$

37

$

14

$

8

$

150

(1)

Employee compensation expense and employee protection costs are both included as the COVID-19 items affecting comparability in the reconciliation of our Adjusted Non-GAAP financial measures.

(2)

Primarily reflects temporary incremental frontline incentive pay and the associated taxes in order to maintain essential operations during the COVID-19 pandemic. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses. In mid-September 2020, we discontinued the incremental frontline incentive pay program.

(3)

Includes costs associated with personal protective equipment, temperature scans, cleaning and other sanitization services. Impacts both cost of sales and SG&A expenses.

(4)

Allowances reflect the expected impact of the economic uncertainty caused by COVID-19, leveraging estimates of credit worthiness, default and recovery rates for certain of our customers. Impacts SG&A expenses.

(5)

Inventory write-downs represent obsolescence charges, which impact cost of sales.

 

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North American Industry for Residential Wood Flooring to 2027 – Featuring Mohawk Industries, Armstrong Flooring & Tarkett Group Among Others

DUBLIN, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «North America Residential Wood Flooring Market – Industry…

DUBLIN, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — The «North America Residential Wood Flooring Market – Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends, and Forecast, 2019 – 2027» report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering.

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This report analyzes the historical and present-day scenario of the North America residential wood flooring market to accurately gauge its growth in the near future. The study presents detailed information about important growth factors, restraints, and key trends that are creating a landscape for future growth of the North America residential wood flooring market in order to identify new opportunities for market stakeholders. The report also provides insightful information about how the North America residential wood flooring market is expected to expand during the forecast period i.e. from 2019 to 2027.

The report offers intricate dynamics about different aspects of the North America residential wood flooring market, which would aid companies operating in the market in making strategic business decisions. the study also elaborates on significant changes that are anticipated to configure growth of the North America residential wood flooring market during the forecast period. It also includes key indicator assessment that highlights growth prospects for the North America residential wood flooring market and estimates statistics related to the market growth, in terms of volume (million square meters) and value (US$ Mn).

This study covers detailed segmentation of the North America residential wood flooring market, along with key information and a competition outlook. The report mentions company profiles of players that are currently dominating the North America residential wood flooring market, wherein various developments, expansions, and winning strategies practiced and implemented by these players have been presented in detail.

Key Questions Answered in the publisher’s Report on North America Residential Wood Flooring Market

The report provides detailed information about the North America residential wood flooring market on the basis of comprehensive research on various factors that are playing a key role in promoting growth of the market in the region. Information mentioned in the report answers path-breaking questions for companies that are currently operating in the market and are looking for innovative methods to create a unique benchmark in the North America residential wood flooring market. This helps them in designing strategies and making target-driven decisions.

  • Which product segment would emerge as a revenue generator for the North America residential wood flooring market during the forecast period?
  • How are major market players successfully earning revenues in the competitive North America residential wood flooring market?
  • What would be the Y-o-Y growth trend of the North America residential wood flooring market between 2019 and 2027?
  • What are the winning imperatives of leading players operating in the North America residential wood flooring market?
  • Which country is expected to provide growth opportunities to players operating in the North America residential wood flooring market during the forecast period?

Research Methodology – North America Residential Wood Flooring Market

The research methodology adopted by analysts for compiling the report on the North America residential wood flooring market is based on detailed primary as well as secondary research. With the help of in-depth insights of the market-affiliated information obtained and legitimated by market-admissible resources, analysts have offered riveting observations and authentic forecasts for the North America residential wood flooring market.

During the primary research phase, analysts have interviewed market stakeholders, investors, brand managers, vice presidents, and sales & marketing managers. On the basis of the data obtained through interviews, analysts have emphasized the changing scenario of the North America residential wood flooring market.

For secondary research, analysts have scrutinized numerous annual reports, publications, white papers, market association publications, and company websites to obtain the necessary understanding of the North America residential wood flooring market.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary
1.1. Market Outlook
1.2. Key Facts and Figures
1.3. Key Trends
1.4. Growth Opportunity Wheel

2. Market Overview
2.1. Market Segmentation
2.2. Market Indicators

3. Market Dynamics
3.1. Drivers and Restraints Snapshot Analysis
3.2. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Outlook
3.3. Porter’s Five Forces Analysis
3.4. Regulatory Scenario
3.5. Value Chain Analysis

4. North America Residential Wood Flooring Production Output Analysis, 2018

5. North America Residential Wood Flooring Pricing Analysis, 2018-2027

6. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Analysis, by Product
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Key Findings
6.3. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Volume (Million Square Meters) and Value (US$ Mn) Analysis & Forecast, by Product, 2018-2027
6.4. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Product

7. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Analysis, by Country, 2018-2027
7.1. Key Findings
7.2. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Volume (Million Square Meters) and Value (US$ Mn) Analysis & Forecast, by Country, 2018-2027
7.3. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Attractiveness Analysis, by Country

8. Competition Landscape
8.1. North America Residential Wood Flooring Market Share Analysis, by Company (2018)
8.2. Competition Matrix
8.3. Market Footprint Analysis
8.4. Company Profiles

9. Primary Research – Key Insights

10. Appendix
10.1. Research Methodology and Assumptions

Companies Mentioned

  • Mohawk Industries, Inc.
  • Armstrong Flooring, Inc.
  • Tarkett Group
  • Shaw Industries Group, Inc.
  • Mannington Mills, Inc.
  • Somerset Hardwood Flooring Inc.
  • Kahrs Holding AB
  • Beaulieu International Group
  • AHF Products
  • Brumark
  • Havwoods Limited
  • BOEN
  • Preverco Inc.

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What do Growing EV Sales Mean for Hydrogen Sensor Manufacturers

NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Award winning market research company Fact.MR’s global hydrogen sensor market opines a moderate outlook for 2021, owing to commencement of recovery in APAC automotive market. Although, demand for hydrogen sensors grew at around 3% from 2016-2020, the market is expected to grow at over 6% CAGR through 2031.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Award winning market research company Fact.MR’s global hydrogen sensor market opines a moderate outlook for 2021, owing to commencement of recovery in APAC automotive market. Although, demand for hydrogen sensors grew at around 3% from 2016-2020, the market is expected to grow at over 6% CAGR through 2031.

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Innovation in technology and investment in research and development remain key focus areas for manufacturers. The rapid standardization in the developing countries is also bolstering the demand for hydrogen sensors.

Industry giant like Siemens is investing in the fuel cell drive which remains a lucrative category. For instance, in November 2020, Deutsche Bahn and Siemens entered the Hydrogen age by developing a joint project to develop fuel cell drives for trains.

Countries investing in the renewable technology, especially developed regions, is expected provide stimulus. This is especially true for US and Western European countries.

The United States Department of Energy’s Fuel Cell Technology is bracing the development of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source in the country. To ensure the US security, the fuel cell technologies support the department of energy in addressing the environmental and energy challenges through advanced science and technology solutions.

«Customers using macro scale hydrogen for the application of synthetic compounds and petrochemicals will in general produce it on premise paving its way for the increased utilization of the product. The alarming awareness for the renewable sources and the advantages of using hydrogen as a fuel source will foster the consumption.» says a Fact.MR analyst. 

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Key Takeaways

  • Growing electric vehicle (EV) sales continue to create demand for hydrogen sensors
  • Rising investment in hydrogen technology for power generation a key opportunity
  • Germany to remain a lucrative market, owing to well-established automotive industry in the region
  • Chinese government is leaning toward developing more sustainable hydrogen infrastructure and promoting the usage of fuel cell vehicles
  • US remains the most lucrative hydrogen sensor market

Competitive Landscape

Key industry players analyzed by Fact.MR include Honeywell International, City Technology, Figaro Engineering, Nissha FIS Inc., SGX Sensortech, Siemens AG, MSA Safety Inc., Membrapor AG, Makel Engineering, and Aeroqual among others. Foray into new markets, and a strong focus on R&D remains a key strategy of market players.

In 2020, Figaro Engineering launched a new hydrogen sensor product, TGS6812-D00, for hydrogen detection and Fuel cell power safety with updated features like low cost and gas leak detector in FCEV.

Also, Siemens signed an agreement with the State Power Investment Corporation Limited (SPIC) China to develop and foster an environmental friendly usage of hydrogen.

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German energy group RWE AG plans to install a transferrable hub where green hydrogen is injected into the system and develop a joint venture with ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe to build the plant in Lingen. That will be able to produce 1.7 tonnes of hydrogen per hour making both the companies a major contributor to the market.

More Insights on the Hydrogen Sensor Market

In its latest report, Fact.MR provides a detailed analysis of the global hydrogen sensors market, providing historical data for the period of 2016-2020 and forecast statistics for the period of 2021-2031. In order to gain a better perspective of the global market potential, its growth, and scope, the market is segmented on the basis of technology type (Electro chemicals, Metal-Oxide Semi-Conductors, Thermal Conductivity, and Catalytic), by Maximum Measurement Range (<2000 ppm, <5000 ppm, <10,000 ppm, <20,000 ppm, and above 20,000 ppm), by Utility (Fixed and Portable), End-user industries (Industrial, Transportation, Residential & Commercial), and across seven major regions of the world (North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia, Oceania, and MEA).

Key Questions Covered in the Report

  • How will the hydrogen sensors market shape in 2030?
  • Which country is the major contributor for the hydrogen sensors market?
  • How is North-America the leading region for hydrogen sensors?
  • Which are the major industry players for the hydrogen sensors market?
  • What is the impact of COVID-19 on the market share of hydrogen sensors?

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Chemical Sensors Market: Fact.MR’s extensive study on the chemical sensors market brings to fore important insights concerning major growth dynamics, including the drivers, restraints and opportunities across key regions. The report provides a holistic overview of the expected trends and shares of prominent manufacturers investing in chemical sensors.

Oxygen Sensors Market: A recent study by Fact.MR on the cables and leads for medical equipment market offers a detailed forecast. The study analyzes crucial trends that are currently determining the growth of the oxygen sensors market. This report focuses on salient features, such as the drivers, restraints, and opportunities for key market players along with key stakeholders.  

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What do Growing EV Sales Mean for Hydrogen Sensor Manufacturers

NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Award winning market research company Fact.MR’s global hydrogen sensor market opines a moderate outlook for 2021, owing to commencement of recovery in APAC automotive market. Although, demand for hydrogen sensors grew at around 3% from 2016-2020, the market is expected to grow at over 6% CAGR through 2031.

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NEW YORK, Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Award winning market research company Fact.MR’s global hydrogen sensor market opines a moderate outlook for 2021, owing to commencement of recovery in APAC automotive market. Although, demand for hydrogen sensors grew at around 3% from 2016-2020, the market is expected to grow at over 6% CAGR through 2031.

FactMR

Innovation in technology and investment in research and development remain key focus areas for manufacturers. The rapid standardization in the developing countries is also bolstering the demand for hydrogen sensors.

Industry giant like Siemens is investing in the fuel cell drive which remains a lucrative category. For instance, in November 2020, Deutsche Bahn and Siemens entered the Hydrogen age by developing a joint project to develop fuel cell drives for trains.

Countries investing in the renewable technology, especially developed regions, is expected provide stimulus. This is especially true for US and Western European countries.

The United States Department of Energy’s Fuel Cell Technology is bracing the development of hydrogen as an alternative fuel source in the country. To ensure the US security, the fuel cell technologies support the department of energy in addressing the environmental and energy challenges through advanced science and technology solutions.

«Customers using macro scale hydrogen for the application of synthetic compounds and petrochemicals will in general produce it on premise paving its way for the increased utilization of the product. The alarming awareness for the renewable sources and the advantages of using hydrogen as a fuel source will foster the consumption.» says a Fact.MR analyst. 

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Key Takeaways

  • Growing electric vehicle (EV) sales continue to create demand for hydrogen sensors
  • Rising investment in hydrogen technology for power generation a key opportunity
  • Germany to remain a lucrative market, owing to well-established automotive industry in the region
  • Chinese government is leaning toward developing more sustainable hydrogen infrastructure and promoting the usage of fuel cell vehicles
  • US remains the most lucrative hydrogen sensor market

Competitive Landscape

Key industry players analyzed by Fact.MR include Honeywell International, City Technology, Figaro Engineering, Nissha FIS Inc., SGX Sensortech, Siemens AG, MSA Safety Inc., Membrapor AG, Makel Engineering, and Aeroqual among others. Foray into new markets, and a strong focus on R&D remains a key strategy of market players.

In 2020, Figaro Engineering launched a new hydrogen sensor product, TGS6812-D00, for hydrogen detection and Fuel cell power safety with updated features like low cost and gas leak detector in FCEV.

Also, Siemens signed an agreement with the State Power Investment Corporation Limited (SPIC) China to develop and foster an environmental friendly usage of hydrogen.

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German energy group RWE AG plans to install a transferrable hub where green hydrogen is injected into the system and develop a joint venture with ThyssenKrupp Steel Europe to build the plant in Lingen. That will be able to produce 1.7 tonnes of hydrogen per hour making both the companies a major contributor to the market.

More Insights on the Hydrogen Sensor Market

In its latest report, Fact.MR provides a detailed analysis of the global hydrogen sensors market, providing historical data for the period of 2016-2020 and forecast statistics for the period of 2021-2031. In order to gain a better perspective of the global market potential, its growth, and scope, the market is segmented on the basis of technology type (Electro chemicals, Metal-Oxide Semi-Conductors, Thermal Conductivity, and Catalytic), by Maximum Measurement Range (<2000 ppm, <5000 ppm, <10,000 ppm, <20,000 ppm, and above 20,000 ppm), by Utility (Fixed and Portable), End-user industries (Industrial, Transportation, Residential & Commercial), and across seven major regions of the world (North America, Latin America, Europe, East Asia, South Asia, Oceania, and MEA).

Key Questions Covered in the Report

  • How will the hydrogen sensors market shape in 2030?
  • Which country is the major contributor for the hydrogen sensors market?
  • How is North-America the leading region for hydrogen sensors?
  • Which are the major industry players for the hydrogen sensors market?
  • What is the impact of COVID-19 on the market share of hydrogen sensors?

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Chemical Sensors Market: Fact.MR’s extensive study on the chemical sensors market brings to fore important insights concerning major growth dynamics, including the drivers, restraints and opportunities across key regions. The report provides a holistic overview of the expected trends and shares of prominent manufacturers investing in chemical sensors.

Oxygen Sensors Market: A recent study by Fact.MR on the cables and leads for medical equipment market offers a detailed forecast. The study analyzes crucial trends that are currently determining the growth of the oxygen sensors market. This report focuses on salient features, such as the drivers, restraints, and opportunities for key market players along with key stakeholders.  

Gas Sensors Market: The gas sensors market study published by Fact.MR offers a comprehensive analysis and focused views on major trends expected to provide shape to future growth prospects. The report provides detailed analyses of the significant drivers, trends, challenges and opportunities prevailing for the forthcoming decade across key geographies and segments.

About Fact.MR

Market research and consulting agency with a difference! That’s why 80% of Fortune 1,000 companies trust us for making their most critical decisions. We have offices in US and Dublin, whereas our global headquarter is in Dubai. While our experienced consultants employ the latest technologies to extract hard-to-find insights, we believe our USP is the trust clients have on our expertise. Spanning a wide range – from automotive & industry 4.0 to healthcare & retail, our coverage is expansive, but we ensure even the most niche categories are analyzed. Reach out to us with your goals, and we’ll be an able research partner.

Contact:

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United States
Tel: +1 (628) 251-1583
E: sales@factmr.com

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AES Met or Exceeded all 2020 Strategic and Financial Objectives

ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ —


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2020 Strategic Accomplishments

  • Signed 3 GW of new PPAs for renewables and energy storage, bringing backlog to 6.9 GW
  • Fluence maintained its global lead in the energy storage market by signing 785 MW in 2020, bringing total delivered or awarded to 2.4 GW
  • Attained a second investment grade rating
  • Announced the retirement or sale of 4.5 GW of coal generation, which is now 25% of total generation on a proforma basis

2020 Financial Highlights

  • Diluted EPS of $0.06, compared to $0.45 in 2019
  • Adjusted EPS of $1.44, compared to $1.36 in 2019 and 2020 guidance of $1.32 to $1.42

Financial Position and Outlook

  • Initiating 2021 guidance for Adjusted EPS of $1.50 to $1.58
  • Holding a Virtual Investor Day on March 3, 2021 to review strategy and longer-term financial outlook

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) today reported financial results for the year ended December 31, 2020.

«We had a strong year in 2020, meeting or exceeding all of our strategic and financial objectives,» said Andrés Gluski, AES President and Chief Executive Officer.  «We made great progress in our transition toward a low-carbon future and consolidated our position as market leader in new and innovative technologies, renewables, and cloud-based customer and efficiency solutions.  That we were able to accelerate our growth, and deliver on our original financial guidance in the midst of a global pandemic, is a testament to the quality and dedication of our people and the resilience of our business model.»

«We are very pleased with our performance during 2020, including attaining a second investment grade rating and reducing our generation from coal to 25% on a proforma basis.  We signed 3 GW of renewables under long-term contracts, bringing our backlog to 6.9 GW expected to come on-line through 2023.  We also significantly outperformed the S&P Utilities Index and the S&P 500 Index, with a total shareholder return of 22%,» said Gustavo Pimenta, AES Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.  «In 2021, we expect to deliver Adjusted EPS of $1.50 to $1.58, in line with our expectation of 7% to 9% average annual growth.  We look forward to discussing our longer-term outlook with you at our Virtual Investor Day next week.»

Key Full Year 2020 Financial Results

Full year 2020 Diluted Earnings Per Share from Continuing Operations (Diluted EPS) was $0.06, a decrease of $0.39 compared to full year 2019.  Full year 2020 results reflect: an impact of $0.76 from higher net charges related to impairments and early retirement of debt; a gain of $0.20 from the early termination of a contract in Chile; and $0.17 of higher contributions primarily from the commencement of new businesses, higher contributions from the South America Strategic Business Unit (SBU), and lower income tax expense.

Full year 2020 Adjusted Earnings Per Share (Adjusted EPS, a non-GAAP financial measure) was $1.44, an increase of $0.08, primarily reflecting contributions from new businesses, including renewables and the Southland repowering, improved performance at the South America SBU, cost savings and deleveraging initiatives, as well as a lower adjusted tax rate.  These positive drivers were partially offset by lower demand at utilities as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Detailed Strategic Highlights

AES is leading the industry’s transition to clean energy by investing in sustainable growth and innovative solutions.  The Company is taking advantage of favorable trends in clean power generation, transmission and distribution, and LNG infrastructure to deliver superior results.

Through its presence in key growth markets, AES is well-positioned to benefit from the global transition toward a more sustainable power generation mix.

  • In 2020, the Company completed construction of 2,318 MW of new projects, including:
    • 1,299 MW Southland Repowering in Southern California;
    • 240 MW Highlander solar facility in Virginia;
    • 200 MW Prevailing Winds wind facility in South Dakota;
    • 100 MW Vientos Bonaerenses wind facility in Argentina;
    • 100 MW Vientos Neuquinos wind facility in Argentina;
    • 100 MW Southland Energy – Alamitos Energy storage facility in California;
    • 100 MW East Line Solar facility in Arizona;
    • 80 MW Andes 2a solar facility in Chile;
    • 56 MW of solar and solar plus storage in the US at AES Distributed Energy;
    • 28 MW Na Pua Makani wind facility in Hawaii;
    • 10 MW Alfalfal Virtual Reservoir energy storage facility in Chile;
    • 4 MW Opico solar facility in El Salvador; and
    • 1 MW Brazil Community Solar facility in Brazil.
  • In 2020, the Company signed 3,017 MW of renewables and energy storage under long-term Power Purchase Agreements (PPA):
    • 1,180 MW of energy storage, solar and solar plus storage in the US and El Salvador;
    • 1,171 MW of wind and solar at AES Gener in Chile and Colombia;
    • 346 MW of wind at AES Brasil;
    • 211 MW of wind and solar in Panama and the Dominican Republic; and
    • 109 MW of wind in Mexico.
  • The Company’s backlog of 6,909 MW of renewables now includes:
    • 1,850 MW under construction and expected on-line through 2022; and
    • 5,059 MW signed under long-term PPAs.
  • The Company has reduced its coal-fired generation to 25% of total generation volume (proforma for asset sales and retirements announced in 2020) and is on track to further reduce its coal-fired generation to less than 10% by year-end 2030.

The Company is developing and deploying innovative solutions such as battery-based energy storage, digital customer interfaces and energy management.

  • Fluence, the Company’s joint venture with Siemens, is the global leader in the fast-growing energy storage market, which is expected to increase by 15 to 20 GW annually.
    • In 2020, Fluence signed 785 MW of new contracts, bringing its total delivered or awarded to 2.4 GW.
    • In December 2020, the Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) agreed to invest $125 million in Fluence through a private placement transaction, valuing Fluence at more than $1 billion.

Guidance and Expectations1

The Company is initiating 2021 guidance for Adjusted EPS of $1.50 to $1.58.  Growth in 2021 is expected to be primarily driven by: contributions from new businesses, including Southland Energy in California, which came on-line in mid-2020 and approximately 4 GW of backlog projects expected to be completed in 2021; benefits from cost savings and digital initiatives; and reduced Parent Company interest from refinancings in 2020.  The Company will review its strategy and longer-term financial outlook at its Virtual Investor Day on Wednesday, March 3, 2021.  

1

Adjusted EPS is a non-GAAP financial measure.  See attached «Non-GAAP Measures» for definition of Adjusted EPS and a description of the adjustments to reconcile Adjusted EPS to Diluted EPS for the year ended December 31, 2020.  The Company is not able to provide a corresponding GAAP equivalent or reconciliation for its Adjusted EPS guidance without unreasonable effort.

The Company’s 2021 guidance is based on foreign currency and commodity forward curves as of December 31, 2020.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

See Non-GAAP Measures for definitions of Adjusted Earnings Per Share and Adjusted Pre-Tax Contributions, as well as reconciliations to the most comparable GAAP financial measures.

Attachments

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, Segment Information, Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Parent Financial Information.

Conference Call Information

AES will host a conference call on Thursday, February 25, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Standard Time (EST).  Interested parties may listen to the teleconference by dialing 1-888-317-6003 at least ten minutes before the start of the call. International callers should dial +1-412-317-6061.  The Conference ID for this call is 2262772.  Internet access to the conference call and presentation materials will be available on the AES website at www.aes.com by selecting «Investors» and then «Presentations and Webcasts.»

A webcast replay, as well as a replay in downloadable MP3 format, will be accessible at www.aes.com beginning shortly after the completion of the call.

About AES

The AES Corporation (NYSE: AES) is a Fortune 500 global power company accelerating the future of energy.  Together with our many stakeholders, we’re improving lives by delivering the greener, smarter energy solutions the world needs.  Our diverse workforce is committed to continuous innovation and operational excellence, while partnering with our customers on their strategic energy transitions and continuing to meet their energy needs today.  For more information, visit www.aes.com

Safe Harbor Disclosure

This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Securities Act of 1933 and of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.  Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, those related to future earnings, growth and financial and operating performance.  Forward-looking statements are not intended to be a guarantee of future results, but instead constitute AES’ current expectations based on reasonable assumptions.  Forecasted financial information is based on certain material assumptions.  These assumptions include, but are not limited to, our expectations regarding the COVID-19 pandemic, accurate projections of future interest rates, commodity price and foreign currency pricing, continued normal levels of operating performance and electricity volume at our distribution companies and operational performance at our generation businesses consistent with historical levels, as well as the execution of PPAs, conversion of our backlog and growth investments at normalized investment levels and rates of return consistent with prior experience.

Actual results could differ materially from those projected in our forward-looking statements due to risks, uncertainties and other factors.  Important factors that could affect actual results are discussed in AES’ filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the «SEC»), including, but not limited to, the risks discussed under Item 1A: «Risk Factors» and Item 7: Management’s Discussion & Analysis in AES’ 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K and in subsequent reports filed with the SEC.  Readers are encouraged to read AES’ filings to learn more about the risk factors associated with AES’ business.  AES undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

Any Stockholder who desires a copy of the Company’s 2020 Annual Report on Form 10-K filed February 25, 2021 with the SEC may obtain a copy (excluding Exhibits) without charge by addressing a request to the Office of the Corporate Secretary, The AES Corporation, 4300 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington, Virginia 22203.  Exhibits also may be requested, but a charge equal to the reproduction cost thereof will be made.  A copy of the Form 10-K may be obtained by visiting the Company’s website at www.aes.com.

Website Disclosure

AES uses its website, including its quarterly updates, as channels of distribution of Company information.  The information AES posts through these channels may be deemed material.  Accordingly, investors should monitor our website, in addition to following AES’ press releases, quarterly SEC filings and public conference calls and webcasts.  In addition, you may automatically receive e-mail alerts and other information about AES when you enroll your e-mail address by visiting the «Subscribe to Alerts» page of AES’ Investors website.  The contents of AES’ website, including its quarterly updates, are not, however, incorporated by reference into this release.

 

THE AES CORPORATION

Consolidated Statements of Operations

Year Ended December 31,

2020

2019

2018

(in millions, except per share amounts)

Revenue:

Regulated

$

2,661

$

3,028

$

2,939

Non-Regulated

6,999

7,161

7,797

Total revenue

9,660

10,189

10,736

Cost of Sales:

Regulated

(2,235)

(2,484)

(2,473)

Non-Regulated

(4,732)

(5,356)

(5,690)

Total cost of sales

(6,967)

(7,840)

(8,163)

Operating margin

2,693

2,349

2,573

General and administrative expenses

(165)

(196)

(192)

Interest expense

(1,038)

(1,050)

(1,056)

Interest income

268

318

310

Loss on extinguishment of debt

(186)

(169)

(188)

Other expense

(53)

(80)

(58)

Other income

75

145

72

Gain (loss) on disposal and sale of business interests

(95)

28

984

Asset impairment expense

(864)

(185)

(208)

Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)

55

(67)

(72)

Other non-operating expense

(202)

(92)

(147)

INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE TAXES AND EQUITY IN
EARNINGS OF AFFILIATES

488

1,001

2,018

Income tax expense

(216)

(352)

(708)

Net equity in earnings (losses) of affiliates

(123)

(172)

39

INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS

149

477

1,349

Loss from operations of discontinued businesses, net of income tax expense of $0,
$0, and $2, respectively

(9)

Gain from disposal of discontinued businesses, net of income tax expense of $0,
$0, and $44, respectively

3

1

225

NET INCOME

152

478

1,565

Less: Income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests and
redeemable stock of subsidiaries

(106)

(175)

(364)

Less: Loss from discontinued operations attributable to noncontrolling interests

2

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION

$

46

$

303

$

1,203

AMOUNTS ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS:

Income from continuing operations, net of tax

$

43

$

302

$

985

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

3

1

218

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION

$

46

$

303

$

1,203

BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE:

Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

$

0.06

$

0.46

$

1.49

Income from discontinued operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

0.01

0.33

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS

$

0.07

$

0.46

$

1.82

DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE:

Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

$

0.06

$

0.45

$

1.48

Income from discontinued operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

0.01

0.33

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS

$

0.07

$

0.45

$

1.81

DILUTED SHARES OUTSTANDING

668

667

665

 

THE AES CORPORATION

Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)

Three Months Ended December 31,

2020

2019

(in millions, except per share amounts)

Revenue:

Regulated

$

645

$

720

Non-Regulated

1,915

1,711

Total revenue

2,560

2,431

Cost of Sales:

Regulated

(560)

(611)

Non-Regulated

(1,094)

(1,260)

Total cost of sales

(1,654)

(1,871)

Operating margin

906

560

General and administrative expenses

(46)

(60)

Interest expense

(297)

(262)

Interest income

70

76

Loss on extinguishment of debt

(91)

(43)

Other expense

(26)

(45)

Other income

15

19

Gain on disposal and sale of business interests

22

19

Asset impairment expense

(9)

(69)

Foreign currency transaction gains (losses)

35

2

Other non-operating expense

(92)

INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS BEFORE TAXES AND EQUITY IN
EARNINGS OF AFFILIATES

579

105

Income tax expense

(161)

(50)

Net equity in earnings (losses) of affiliates

(17)

(175)

INCOME FROM CONTINUING OPERATIONS

401

(120)

Gain (loss) from disposal and impairments of discontinued businesses

NET INCOME

401

(120)

Less: Income from continuing operations attributable to noncontrolling interests
and redeemable stock of subsidiaries

(83)

42

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION

$

318

$

(78)

AMOUNTS ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS:

Income from continuing operations, net of tax

$

318

$

(78)

Income from discontinued operations, net of tax

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION

$

318

$

(78)

BASIC EARNINGS PER SHARE:

Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

$

0.48

$

(0.12)

Income from discontinued operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS

$

0.48

$

(0.12)

DILUTED EARNINGS PER SHARE:

Income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

$

0.47

$

(0.12)

Income from discontinued operations attributable to The AES Corporation common
stockholders, net of tax

NET INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE TO THE AES CORPORATION COMMON
STOCKHOLDERS

$

0.47

$

(0.12)

DILUTED SHARES OUTSTANDING

669

664

 

THE AES CORPORATION

Strategic Business Unit (SBU) Information

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended
December 31,

Year Ended
December 31,

(in millions)

2020

2019

2020

2019

REVENUE

US and Utilities SBU

$

973

$

933

$

3,918

$

4,058

South America SBU

886

770

3,159

3,208

MCAC SBU

511

484

1,766

1,882

Eurasia SBU

194

246

828

1,047

Corporate and Other

40

7

231

46

Eliminations

(44)

(9)

(242)

(52)

Total Revenue

$

2,560

$

2,431

$

9,660

$

10,189

 

THE AES CORPORATION

Consolidated Balance Sheets

December 31,
2020

December 31,
2019

(in millions, except share and per share data)

ASSETS

CURRENT ASSETS

Cash and cash equivalents

$

1,089

$

1,029

Restricted cash

297

336

Short-term investments

335

400

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $13 and $20, respectively

1,300

1,479

Inventory

461

487

Prepaid expenses

102

80

Other current assets, net of allowance of $0 and $0, respectively

726

802

Current held-for-sale assets

1,104

618

Total current assets

5,414

5,231

NONCURRENT ASSETS

Property, Plant and Equipment:

Land

417

447

Electric generation, distribution assets and other

26,707

25,383

Accumulated depreciation

(8,472)

(8,505)

Construction in progress

4,174

5,249

Property, plant and equipment, net

22,826

22,574

Other Assets:

Investments in and advances to affiliates

835

966

Debt service reserves and other deposits

441

207

Goodwill

1,061

1,059

Other intangible assets, net of accumulated amortization of $330 and $307, respectively

827

469

Deferred income taxes

288

156

Loan receivable, net of allowance of $0 and $0, respectively

1,351

Other noncurrent assets, net of allowance of $21 and $0, respectively

1,660

1,635

Noncurrent held-for-sale assets

1,251

Total other assets

6,363

5,843

TOTAL ASSETS

$

34,603

$

33,648

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

CURRENT LIABILITIES

Accounts payable

$

1,156

$

1,311

Accrued interest

191

201

Accrued non-income taxes

257

253

Deferred income

438

34

Accrued and other liabilities

1,223

987

Non-recourse debt, including $407 and $337, respectively, related to variable interest
entities

1,430

1,868

Current held-for-sale liabilities

667

442

Total current liabilities

5,362

5,096

NONCURRENT LIABILITIES

Recourse debt

3,446

3,391

Non-recourse debt, including $5,832 and $3,872, respectively, related to variable interest
entities

15,005

14,914

Deferred income taxes

1,100

1,213

Other noncurrent liabilities

3,241

2,917

Noncurrent held-for-sale liabilities

857

Total noncurrent liabilities

23,649

22,435

Commitments and Contingencies

Redeemable stock of subsidiaries

872

888

EQUITY

THE AES CORPORATION STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Common stock ($0.01 par value, 1,200,000,000 shares authorized; 0 issued and 0
outstanding at December 31, 2020 and 817,843,916 issued and 663,952,656 outstanding
at December 31, 2019)

8

8

Additional paid-in capital

7,561

7,776

Accumulated deficit

(680)

(692)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(2,397)

(2,229)

Treasury stock, at cost (0 and 153,891,260 shares at December 31, 2020 and December
31, 2019, respectively)

(1,858)

(1,867)

Total AES Corporation stockholders’ equity

2,634

2,996

NONCONTROLLING INTERESTS

2,086

2,233

Total equity

4,720

5,229

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

$

34,603

$

33,648

 

THE AES CORPORATION

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended
December 31,

Year Ended
December 31,

2020

2019

2020

2019

OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

(in millions)

(in millions)

Net income

$

401

$

(120)

$

152

$

478

Adjustments to net income:

Depreciation and amortization

265

271

1,068

1,045

Loss (gain) on disposal and sale of business interests

(22)

(19)

95

(28)

Impairment expense

9

161

1,066

277

Deferred income taxes

109

(12)

(233)

(8)

Provisions for (reversals of) contingencies

(183)

2

(186)

3

Loss on extinguishment of debt

91

43

186

169

Loss (gain) on sale and disposal of assets

18

33

(19)

54

Loss of affiliates, net of dividends

12

176

128

194

Other

71

62

208

321

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

(Increase) decrease in accounts receivable

88

46

48

73

(Increase) decrease in inventory

(5)

31

(20)

28

(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses and other current assets

(20)

59

13

42

(Increase) decrease in other assets

118

(21)

(134)

(20)

Increase (decrease) in accounts payable and other current liabilities

(88)

6

(186)

(6)

Increase (decrease) in income tax payables, net and other tax payables

(3)

41

59

(83)

Increase (decrease) in deferred income

(175)

3

431

28

Increase (decrease) in other liabilities

(18)

(71)

79

(101)

Net cash provided by operating activities

668

691

2,755

2,466

INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

Capital expenditures

(525)

(777)

(1,900)

(2,405)

Acquisitions of business interests, net of cash and restricted cash acquired

(42)

(136)

(136)

(192)

Proceeds from the sale of business interests, net of cash and restricted cash
sold

128

(48)

169

178

Sale of short-term investments

188

142

627

666

Purchase of short-term investments

(107)

(198)

(653)

(770)

Contributions and loans to equity affiliates

(46)

(66)

(332)

(324)

Insurance proceeds

9

71

9

150

Other investing

(44)

2

(79)

(24)

Net cash used in investing activities

(439)

(1,010)

(2,295)

(2,721)

FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Borrowings under the revolving credit facilities

321

557

2,420

2,026

Repayments under the revolving credit facilities

(964)

(694)

(2,479)

(1,735)

Issuance of recourse debt

1,800

3,419

Repayments of recourse debt

(1,770)

(1)

(3,366)

(450)

Issuance of non-recourse debt

451

2,248

4,680

5,828

Repayments of non-recourse debt

(685)

(1,853)

(4,136)

(4,831)

Payments for financing fees

(28)

(57)

(107)

(126)

Distributions to noncontrolling interests

(228)

(172)

(422)

(427)

Acquisitions of noncontrolling interests

(19)

(259)

Sales to noncontrolling interests

512

122

553

128

Issuance of preferred shares in subsidiaries

(1)

112

Dividends paid on AES common stock

(95)

(90)

(381)

(362)

Payments for financed capital expenditures

(1)

(20)

(60)

(146)

Other financing

(28)

7

(52)

9

Net cash used in financing activities

(735)

47

(78)

(86)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

9

10

(24)

(18)

(Increase) decrease in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash of held-for-
sale businesses

(57)

(7)

(103)

(72)

Total increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash

(554)

(269)

255

(431)

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, beginning

2,381

1,841

1,572

2,003

Cash, cash equivalents and restricted cash, ending

$

1,827

$

1,572

$

1,827

$

1,572

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:

Cash payments for interest, net of amounts capitalized

$

290

$

265

$

908

$

946

Cash payments for income taxes, net of refunds

75

67

333

363

SCHEDULE OF NONCASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Dividends declared but not yet paid

$

100

$

95

$

100

$

95

Notes payable issued for the acquisition of the Ventus Wind Complex

47

47

Refinancing of non-recourse debt at Mong Duong

1,081

Contributions to equity affiliates

(1)

61

Partial reinvestment of consideration from the sPower transaction

58

 

THE AES CORPORATION
NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(Unaudited)
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED PRE-TAX CONTRIBUTION (PTC) AND ADJUSTED EPS

 

Adjusted PTC is defined as pre-tax income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation excluding gains or losses of the consolidated entity due to (a) unrealized gains or losses related to derivative transactions and equity securities; (b) unrealized foreign currency gains or losses; (c) gains, losses, benefits and costs associated with dispositions and acquisitions of business interests, including early plant closures, and gains and losses recognized at commencement of sales-type leases; (d) losses due to impairments; (e) gains, losses and costs due to the early retirement of debt; (f) costs directly associated with a major restructuring program, including, but not limited to, workforce reduction efforts, relocations, and office consolidation; and (g) net gains at Angamos, one of our businesses in the South America SBU, associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence. Adjusted PTC also includes net equity in earnings of affiliates on an after-tax basis adjusted for the same gains or losses excluded from consolidated entities.

Adjusted EPS is defined as diluted earnings per share from continuing operations excluding gains or losses of both consolidated entities and entities accounted for under the equity method due to (a) unrealized gains or losses related to derivative transactions and equity securities; (b) unrealized foreign currency gains or losses; (c) gains, losses, benefits and costs associated with dispositions and acquisitions of business interests, including early plant closures, the tax impact from the repatriation of sales proceeds, and gains and losses recognized at commencement of sales-type leases; (d) losses due to impairments; (e) gains, losses and costs due to the early retirement of debt; (f) costs directly associated with a major restructuring program, including, but not limited to, workforce reduction efforts, relocations and office consolidation; (g) net gains at Angamos, one of our businesses in the South America SBU, associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence; and (h) tax benefit or expense related to the enactment effects of 2017 U.S. tax law reform and related regulations and any subsequent period adjustments related to enactment effects.

The GAAP measure most comparable to Adjusted PTC is income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation. The GAAP measure most comparable to Adjusted EPS is diluted earnings per share from continuing operations. We believe that Adjusted PTC and Adjusted EPS better reflect the underlying business performance of the Company and are considered in the Company’s internal evaluation of financial performance. Factors in this determination include the variability due to unrealized gains or losses related to derivative transactions or equity securities remeasurement, unrealized foreign currency gains or losses, losses due to impairments, strategic decisions to dispose of or acquire business interests, retire debt or implement restructuring initiatives, and the non-recurring nature of the impact of the early contract terminations at Angamos, which affect results in a given period or periods. In addition, for Adjusted PTC, earnings before tax represents the business performance of the Company before the application of statutory income tax rates and tax adjustments, including the effects of tax planning, corresponding to the various jurisdictions in which the Company operates. Adjusted PTC and Adjusted EPS should not be construed as alternatives to income from continuing operations attributable to The AES Corporation and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations, which are determined in accordance with GAAP.

For the year ended December 31, 2020, the Company changed the definitions of Adjusted Operating Margin, Adjusted PTC and Adjusted EPS to exclude net gains at Angamos, one of our businesses in the South America SBU, associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence. We believe the inclusion of the effects of this non-recurring transaction would result in a lack of comparability in our results of operations and would distort the metrics that our investors use to measure us.

THE AES CORPORATION

NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

(Unaudited)

RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED PRE-TAX CONTRIBUTION (PTC) AND ADJUSTED EPS

Three Months Ended
December 31, 2020

Three Months Ended
December 31, 2019

Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2020

Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2019

Net of NCI
(1)

Per Share
(Diluted) Net
of NCI (1)

Net of NCI
(1)

Per Share
(Diluted) Net
of NCI (1)

Net of NCI
(1)

Per Share
(Diluted) Net
of NCI (1)

Net of NCI 
(1)

Per Share
(Diluted) Net
of NCI (1)

(in millions, except per share amounts)

Income (loss) from continuing
operations, net of tax,
attributable to AES and
Diluted EPS

$

318

$

0.47

$

(78)

$

(0.12)

$

43

$

0.06

$

302

$

0.45

Add: Income tax expense from
continuing operations
attributable to AES

92

35

130

250

Pre-tax contribution

$

410

$

(43)

$

173

$

552

Adjustments

Unrealized derivative and equity
securities losses

$

(21)

$

(0.03)

$

35

$

0.05

$

3

$

0.01

$

113

$

0.17

(2)

Unrealized foreign currency
losses (gains)

(3)

(13)

(0.01)

(10)

(0.01)

36

0.05

(3)

Disposition/acquisition losses
(gains)

(18)

(0.02)

(4)

15

0.02

(5)

112

0.17

(6)

12

0.02

(7)

Impairment losses

50

0.07

(8)

282

0.42

(9)

928

1.39

(10)

406

0.61

(11)

Loss on extinguishment of debt

120

0.18

(12)

26

0.04

(13)

223

0.33

(14)

121

0.18

(15)

Net gains from early contract
terminations at Angamos

(110)

(0.16)

(16)

(182)

(0.27)

(16)

U.S. Tax Law Reform Impact

(0.02)

0.02

(17)

(0.01)

Less: Net income tax benefit

(0.03)

(18)

(0.03)

(19)

(0.26)

(20)

(0.11)

(21)

Adjusted PTC and Adjusted
EPS

$

428

$

0.48

$

302

$

0.35

$

1,247

$

1.44

$

1,240

$

1.36

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(1) 

NCI is defined as Noncontrolling Interests.

(2) 

Amount primarily relates to unrealized derivative losses in Argentina of $89 million, or $0.13 per share, mainly associated with foreign currency derivatives on government receivables.

(3) 

Amount primarily relates to unrealized FX losses in Argentina of $25 million, or $0.04 per share, mainly associated with the devaluation of long-term receivables denominated in Argentine pesos, and unrealized FX losses at the Parent Company of $12 million, or $0.02 per share, mainly associated with intercompany receivables denominated in Euro. 

(4) 

Amount primarily relates to gain on sale of OPGC of $23 million, or $0.03 per share.

(5) 

Amount primarily relates to losses recognized at commencement of sales-type leases at Distributed Energy of $36 million, or $0.05 per share, partially offset by gain on disposal of Stuart and Killen at DPL of $20 million, or $0.03 per share.

(6) 

Amount primarily relates to loss on sale of Uruguaiana of $85 million, or $0.13 per share, loss on sale of the Kazakhstan HPPs of $30 million, or $0.05 per share, as a result of the final arbitration decision, and advisor fees associated with the successful acquisition of additional ownership interest in AES Brasil of $9 million, or $0.01 per share; partially offset by gain on sale of OPGC of $23 million, or $0.03 per share.

(7) 

Amount primarily relates to losses recognized at commencement of sales-type leases at Distributed Energy of $36 million, or $0.05 per share, and loss on sale of Kilroot and Ballylumford of $31 million, or $0.05 per share; partially offset by gain on sale of a portion of our interest in sPower’s operating assets of $28 million, or $0.04 per share, gain on disposal of Stuart and Killen at DPL of $20 million, or $0.03 per share, and gain on sale of ownership interest in Simple Energy as part of the Uplight merger of $12 million, or $0.02 per share.

(8)

Amount primarily relates to asset impairments at our sPower equity affiliate, impacting equity earnings by $41 million, or $0.06 per share.

(9) 

Amount primarily relates to asset impairment at Hawaii of $60 million, or $0.09 per share; impairments at our Guacolda and sPower equity affiliates, impacting equity earnings by $105 million, or $0.16 per share, and $15 million, or $0.02 per share, respectively; and other-than-temporary impairment of OPGC of $92 million, or $0.14 per share. 

(10) 

Amount primarily relates to asset impairments at Gener of $527 million, or $0.79 per share, other-than-temporary impairment of OPGC of $201 million, or $0.30 per share, impairments at our Guacolda and sPower equity affiliates, impacting equity earnings by $85 million, or $0.13 per share, and $57 million, or $0.09 per share, respectively; impairment at Hawaii of $38 million, or $0.06 per share, and impairment at Panama of $15 million, or $0.02 per share.

(11) 

Amount primarily relates to asset impairments at Kilroot and Ballylumford of $115 million, or $0.17 per share, and Hawaii of $60 million, or $0.09 per share; impairments at our Guacolda and sPower equity affiliates, impacting equity earnings by $105 million, or $0.16 per share, and $21 million, or $0.03 per share, respectively; and other-than-temporary impairment of OPGC of $92 million, or $0.14 per share.

(12) 

Amount primarily relates to loss on early retirement of debt at the Parent Company of $108 million, or $0.16 per share, and Angamos of $6 million, or $0.01 per share.

(13) 

Amount primarily relates to losses on early retirement of debt at AES Gener of $22 million, or $0.03 per share. 

(14) 

Amount primarily relates to losses on early retirement of debt at the Parent Company of $146 million, or $0.22 per share, DPL of $32 million, or $0.05 per share, Angamos of $17 million, or $0.02 per share, and Panama of $11 million, or $0.02 per share.

(15) 

Amount primarily relates to losses on early retirement of debt at DPL of $45 million, or $0.07 per share, AES Gener of $35 million, or $0.05 per share, Mong Duong of $17 million, or $0.03 per share, and Colon of $14 million, or $0.02 per share.

(16) 

Amounts relate to net gains at Angamos associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence of $110 million, or $0.16 per share, for the three months ended December 31, 2020, and $182 million, or $0.27 per share, for the twelve months ended December 31, 2020.

(17) 

Amount represents adjustment to tax law reform remeasurement due to incremental deferred taxes related to DPL of $16 million, or $0.02 per share.

(18) 

Amount primarily relates to income tax benefits associated with the loss on early retirement of debt at the Parent Company of $21 million, or $0.03 per share, and income tax benefits associated with the impairments at Gener of $17 million, or $0.02 per share, and at sPower of $10 million, or $0.01 per share; partially offset by income tax expense related to net gains at Angamos associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence of $32 million, or $0.05 per share.

(19) 

Amount primarily relates to income tax benefits associated with the impairments at OPGC of $23 million, or $0.03 per share, Guacolda of $13 million, or $0.02 per share, and Hawaii of $13 million, or $0.02 per share; partially offset by an adjustment to income tax expense related to 2018 gains on sales of business interests, primarily Masinloc, of $25 million, or $0.04 per share.

(20) 

Amount primarily relates to income tax benefits associated with the impairments at Gener and Guacolda of $164 million, or $0.25 per share, and income tax benefits associated with losses on early retirement of debt at the Parent Company of $31 million, or $0.05 per share; partially offset by income tax expense related to net gains at Angamos associated with the early contract terminations with Minera Escondida and Minera Spence of $49 million, or $0.07 per share.

(21) 

Amount primarily relates to the income tax benefits associated with the impairments at OPGC of $23 million, or $0.03 per share, Guacolda of $13 million, or $0.02 per share, Hawaii of $13 million, or $0.02 per share, and Kilroot and Ballylumford of $11 million, or $0.02 per share, and income tax benefits associated with losses on early retirement of debt of $24 million, or $0.04 per share; partially offset by an adjustment to income tax expense related to 2018 gains on sales of business interests, primarily Masinloc, of $25 million, or $0.04 per share. 

 

The AES Corporation

Parent Financial Information

Parent only data: last four quarters

(in millions)

4 Quarters Ended

Total subsidiary distributions & returns of capital to Parent

December 31,
2020

September 30,
2020

June 30,
2020

March 31,
2020

Actual

Actual

Actual

Actual

Subsidiary distributions1 to Parent & QHCs

$

1,145

$

1,206

$

1,312

$

1,180

Returns of capital distributions to Parent & QHCs

45

182

380

217

Total subsidiary distributions & returns of capital to Parent

$

1,190

$

1,388

$

1,692

$

1,397

Parent only data: quarterly

(in millions)

Quarter Ended

Total subsidiary distributions & returns of capital to Parent

December 31,
2020

September 30,
2020

June 30,
2020

March 31,
2020

Actual

Actual

Actual

Actual

Subsidiary distributions1 to Parent & QHCs

$

335

$

220

$

401

$

189

Returns of capital distributions to Parent & QHCs

(118)

163

Total subsidiary distributions & returns of capital to Parent

$

217

$

220

$

564

$

189

(in millions)

Balance at

December 31,
2020

September 30,
2020

June 30,
2020

March 31,
2020

Parent Company Liquidity2

Actual

Actual

Actual

Actual

Cash at Parent & Cash at QHCs3

$

71

$

26

$

91

$

346

Availability under credit facilities

853

274

518

181

Ending liquidity

$

924

$

300

$

609

$

527

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(1) 

Subsidiary distributions received by Qualified Holding Companies («QHCs») excluded from Schedule 1. Subsidiary Distributions should not be construed as an alternative to Consolidated Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities, which is determined in accordance with US GAAP. Subsidiary Distributions are important to the Parent Company because the Parent Company is a holding company that does not derive any significant direct revenues from its own activities but instead relies on its subsidiaries’ business activities and the resultant distributions to fund the debt service, investment and other cash needs of the holding company. The reconciliation of the difference between the Subsidiary Distributions and Consolidated Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities consists of cash generated from operating activities that is retained at the subsidiaries for a variety of reasons which are both discretionary and non-discretionary in nature. These factors include, but are not limited to, retention of cash to fund capital expenditures at the subsidiary, cash retention associated with non-recourse debt covenant restrictions and related debt service requirements at the subsidiaries, retention of cash related to sufficiency of local GAAP statutory retained earnings at the subsidiaries, retention of cash for working capital needs at the subsidiaries, and other similar timing differences between when the cash is generated at the subsidiaries and when it reaches the Parent Company and related holding companies.

(2) 

Parent Company Liquidity is defined as cash available to the Parent Company, including cash at qualified holding companies (QHCs), plus available borrowings under our existing credit facility. AES believes that unconsolidated Parent Company liquidity is important to the liquidity position of AES as a Parent Company because of the non-recourse nature of most of AES’ indebtedness.

(3)

The cash held at QHCs represents cash sent to subsidiaries of the company domiciled outside of the US. Such subsidiaries have no contractual restrictions on their ability to send cash to AES, the Parent Company. Cash at those subsidiaries was used for investment and related activities outside of the US. These investments included equity investments and loans to other foreign subsidiaries as well as development and general costs and expenses incurred outside the US. Since the cash held by these QHCs is available to the Parent, AES uses the combined measure of subsidiary distributions to Parent and QHCs as a useful measure of cash available to the Parent to meet its international liquidity needs.

 

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WesternU President named to Fulbright Specialist roster

POMONA, Calif., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Western University of Health Sciences President Daniel R. Wilson, MD, PhD, has been named to the Fulbright Specialist roster. Fulbright specialists serve as expert consultants on curriculum, faculty development, institutional planning, and related subjects at academic institutions abroad for a period of two to six weeks at a time.

Applications to join the Fulbright Specialists community are reviewed by a peer…

POMONA, Calif., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Western University of Health Sciences President Daniel R. Wilson, MD, PhD, has been named to the Fulbright Specialist roster. Fulbright specialists serve as expert consultants on curriculum, faculty development, institutional planning, and related subjects at academic institutions abroad for a period of two to six weeks at a time.

Applications to join the Fulbright Specialists community are reviewed by a peer review panel assembled by The Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs of the United States Department of State.

As a member of the Fulbright Specialist Program, Dr. Wilson will be eligible to travel abroad on behalf of the United States to work on a diverse, short-term collaborative project focused on education and training. The program pairs highly-qualified U.S. academics and professionals with host institutions abroad to share their expertise, strengthen institutional linkages, hone their skills, gain international experience, and learn about other cultures while building capacity at their overseas host institutions, according to Fulbright. Where exactly or how often the Fulbright Specialist Program may take him over the next four years is to be determined by invitations from colleagues at institutions abroad.

«It’s not so much about where it is… as it is about the who and the what,» Wilson said. «What excites me is the idea of collaborating with international professionals and helping as many people as possible. I would particularly love to work with universities in other countries and even develop collaborations on behalf of Western University of Health Sciences – both abroad and within the United States

Wilson will retire as WesternU president at the end of June 2021 and, after a sabbatical, plans to serve the University as University Professor. His academic background and professional experience open many opportunities for idea exchange under the Fulbright Specialist program.

«In every country there are opportunities to have an impact in health care or education or social services, and that’s very exciting,» Wilson said. «Every time I visited another country, I came back with ideas on how we can do things differently here. There is truly an exchange. Specialists bring specialist knowledge, but it must be adapted to the country one is visiting. My own perspectives are sharpened and enhanced by spending time with colleagues in other countries.»

The U.S. Department of State suspended the Fulbright Program and postponed all Fulbright Specialist projects that have not yet commenced on March 12, 2020. As a result of the suspension, individuals who are recommended by the Peer Review Panel for placement on the Fulbright Specialist Roster will officially be added to the Roster after the U.S. Department of State determines that projects can resume. This will ensure that individuals receive a full, uninterrupted tenure during which time they may be matched to a project.

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About Western University of Health Sciences

Western University of Health Sciences (http://www.westernu.edu), located in Pomona, Calif. and Lebanon, Ore., is an independent nonprofit health professions university, conferring degrees in biomedical sciences, dental medicine, health sciences, medical sciences, nursing, optometry, osteopathic medicine, pharmacy, physical therapy, physician assistant studies, podiatric medicine and veterinary medicine. WesternU is home to WesternU Health, where the best in collaborative health care services is offered. The Chronicle of Higher Education named WesternU a Great College to Work For in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020.

Media Contact

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Door County Coastal Byway gains National Scenic Byway Designation

DOOR COUNTY, Wis., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration’s National Scenic Byways program named the Door County Coastal Byway (DCCB) a National Scenic Byway on February 16, 2021.

The Door County Coastal Byway stretches across 66 miles of Wisconsin’s Door Peninsula from north of the city of Sturgeon…

DOOR COUNTY, Wis., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration’s National Scenic Byways program named the Door County Coastal Byway (DCCB) a National Scenic Byway on February 16, 2021.

The Door County Coastal Byway stretches across 66 miles of Wisconsin’s Door Peninsula from north of the city of Sturgeon Bay on HWY 57 to the tip of peninsula and down HWY 42 back to the starting point.

The popular Door County circle tour route offers sweeping views of Lake Michigan and the Niagara Escarpment bluffs along with dense forests, agricultural lands, and travels through several of the peninsula’s quaint shore-side towns and villages.

DCCB’s council chairwoman, Annie Miller is thrilled with the new national title. «In 2009 we pursued the Wisconsin Scenic Byway designation in Door County and 10 years later our council believed we had what it took to pursue the national designation,» Miller said. «I felt the designation gave the communities the opportunity to preserve and protect the land and provided something for visitors no matter the season.»

Miller credits the cooperative efforts of many individuals and agencies that made this designation possible.

To learn more, visit DoorCountyCoastalByway.org.

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Jen Rogers, Destination Door County, 920-743-4456, jen@doorcounty.com

Annie Miller, Door County Coastal Byway, 920-839-2288, bhnews@amautocare.com

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