Miranda Reports 2011 Fourth Quarter and Year-End Results
Miranda reports eighth consecutive quarter of strong growth
(firmenpresse) - MONTREAL, QUEBEC -- (Marketwire) -- 02/29/12 -- Miranda Technologies Inc. (TSX: MT), a worldwide provider of infrastructure, playout and monitoring systems for the television broadcast, cable, satellite and IPTV industry, today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2011.
Financial Highlights: 2011 versus 2010
Revenues for the quarter touched another record high reaching $50.1 million, up 12% over 2010. The gross profit margin also remained strong, coming in at 61% of sales. Net profit increased 4% to $3.5 million or 16 cents per fully diluted share, up from 15 cents per share in 2010. Quarterly profit before taxes was negatively impacted by a foreign exchange loss of $2.2 million and an increase in share-based compensation of $1.5 million, partially offset by a net Research and Development government grant of $0.8 million. Cash generation continued to be strong, with operating activities generating $9.8 million of cash flows for the quarter.
For the full year, sales totalled $181.9 million, up 27% from $143.7 million in 2010, or 30% higher on a constant currency basis. Growth was seen across all geographies, with sales to Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom and Other Countries rising 61%, 28%, 104% and 11% respectively over 2010. EBITDA increased 65% to $37.3 million, while net profit was up 100% to $22.6 million. Fully diluted earnings per share totalled $1.03 for the year, up from 50 cents in 2010. Operating activities generated cash of $26.8 million for the year, resulting in cash and cash equivalents of $31.4 million at year end.
"We had another strong quarter, capping off a very successful year," commented Strath Goodship, Miranda's President and Chief Executive Officer. "Revenues and profitability were at record levels for 2011, reflecting our success at offering innovative solutions that deliver real value to broadcasters and television service providers. The growth strategies we have undertaken in recent years delivered the strong operational and financial performance we have seen over the last eight quarters. We plan to build on this positive momentum and deliver sustained long-term shareholder and customer value."
Year-over-year quarterly operating review: Q4 2011 versus Q4 2010
Revenue
Quarterly revenue totalled $50.1 million, coming in 12% better than last year, or 11% higher on a constant currency basis. The increase was driven by stronger sales in both the USA and United Kingdom, which increased 28% and 45% respectively. Sales in Canada and Other Countries were down 3% and 5% respectively. Some notable recent sales wins include Astro TV (Malaysia), BNT (Bulgaria), CBS (USA), DirectTV (USA), HBO (Latin America), Mayadeen TV (Lebanon), NBC (USA), NRK (Norway), TV2 (Denmark), Univision (USA), Vive TV (Venezuela) and Young Broadcasting (USA).
Gross Profit
Gross profit as a percentage of sales was 61%, up from 60% last year and at the upper end of our 57% to 61% targeted range. During the quarter, the gross margin was positively impacted by operational efficiencies, along with pricing, product and customer mix, partially offset by unfavourable foreign exchange fluctuations on materials.
Operating Expenses
Selling, General & Administrative expenses (SG&A) totalled $15.7 million or 31% of sales, compared to $15.2 million and 34% respectively in 2010. The increase was largely due to higher provisions for incentive plans.
Research and Development (R&D) expenses before tax credits were $6.2 million or 12% of sales, compared to $6.8 million and 15% of sales respectively in 2010. The decrease over 2010 is mainly due to a government grant received on qualifying R&D expenses for the development of technologies. Quarterly R&D expenses, net of tax credits, were $5.3 million or 11% of sales, versus $5.6 million and 12% of sales last year.
Net finance expense was $3.2 million, up from $1.2 million last year. The increase was largely due to higher unfavourable currency fluctuations in the quarter over 2010 and an increase in liabilities related to share-based programs. The foreign exchange loss for the current quarter was $2.2 million, or 10 cents per fully diluted share, versus $0.9 million and 4 cents per share in 2010.
EBITDA, Income Taxes and Net Profit
EBITDA totalled $8.7 million, up 10% from $7.9 million in 2010. EBITDA as a percentage of sales was 17%, down slightly from 18% last year.
Net profit was $3.5 million or 16 cents per fully diluted share, compared to $3.3 million and 15 cents respectively in 2010.
Liquidity and Capital Resources
Net operating activities generated $9.8 million of cash flows during the quarter. Cash and cash equivalents were $31.4 million at quarter end, down from $40.1 million at the end of the third quarter of 2011. During the quarter, $17.0 million of cash was used to pay off all of the Company's outstanding loans and borrowings.
Outlook
"Interest for our solutions continues to build, supported by some key upcoming events including the summer Olympics, the European football championships and US elections," commented Mr. Goodship. "With a sound business plan, a solid balance sheet, an extensive portfolio of innovative solutions and a broad market reach, we are well placed to capitalize on market opportunities."
Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders
Miranda will be holding an Annual and Special Meeting of Shareholders at 10:00 a.m. (local time) on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at the Hilton Montreal Bonaventure, 900 de la Gauchetiere West, Montreal, Quebec.
Conference call
Miranda Technologies Inc. (TSX: MT) will hold a conference call with financial analysts to present its 2011 fourth quarter and year end results on Wednesday February 29, 2012 at 9:00 AM (ET). Media and other interested parties are invited to join the conference call in listen-only mode.
DATE: Wednesday, February 29, 2012
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The webcast of the conference call will be available for a period of 90 days at and . A recording of the conference call will also be available from 11:00 AM on Wednesday, February 29, 2012 to 11:59 PM on Wednesday, March 7, 2012 and can be accessed by dialling 1-800-558-5253 and entering the pass code 21576989# on your telephone keyboard.
Adjusted Financial Measures
We use earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization ("EBITDA") to compare our operating results from one period to another. EBITDA is an adjusted financial measure related to cash earnings and is defined as net profit before interest expense less interest income, taxes, depreciation and amortization. Our method for calculating EBITDA may differ from that used by other companies under the same designation. EBITDA should not be substituted for net profit as an indicator of operating results in line with IFRS, neither for cash flows from operating and investing activities as a measure of liquidity and cash flows. Please refer to the reconciliation of net profit to EBITDA in the following table.
Reconciliation of Net Profit to EBITDA
Forward-looking Statements
This media release contains forward-looking statements reflecting Miranda's objectives, estimates and expectations. Such statements may be marked by the use of verbs such as "believe", "anticipate", "estimate", "looking ahead" and "expect", as well as the use of the conditional or future tense. By their very nature, such statements involve risks and uncertainties. Consequently, results could differ materially from the Company's expectations. Risks that could cause results to differ materially from Miranda's expectations are discussed under the heading Risks and Uncertainties in the Company's Annual Management's Discussion and Analysis, which is available on SEDAR at . The forward-looking statements contained in this press release represent Miranda's current expectations and, accordingly, are subject to change. However, the Company disclaims any intention and assumes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information or events or otherwise, unless required to do so by the applicable securities legislation.
About Miranda
Miranda Technologies is a leading worldwide provider of hardware and software solutions for the television broadcast, cable, satellite and IPTV industry. Its solutions span the full breadth of television operations, including production, playout, and delivery.
With a wealth of experience in delivering IT-based and traditional television systems, Miranda is uniquely positioned to help customers enhance their facilities, while generating additional revenue, reducing costs and streamlining operations.
For over 21 years, Miranda's growth has been driven by continuous innovation, along with close customer partnerships focused on helping them achieve their business objectives. To deliver this support, Miranda employs 700 people globally, in both developed and emerging markets. Miranda's head office is located in Montreal, and it has regional facilities in the United States, the United Kingdom, France, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong and mainland China. A public company since December 2005, Miranda's shares (TSX: MT) are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange. More information on the Company can be found at .
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