CBS Corporation reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2005, which were the final reporting periods for the former Viacom prior to its separation into CBS Corporation and new Viacom Inc. on December 31, 2005. For the fourth quarter, revenues increased 2% to $3.8 billion while operating income increased 3% to $647 million, excluding a $9.5 billion non-cash impairment charge. For the full year, free cash flow increased 10% to $1.5 billion while revenues were flat at $14.54 billion and operating income decreased 6% to $2.7 billion, excluding impairment charges. The company also announced initiatives to increase the dividend, launch The CW network,
CBS reported strong financial results for Q4 2006 and full year 2006. Q4 operating income increased 14% and net earnings from continuing operations increased 44% compared to the prior year. For the full year, operating income increased 5% and net earnings from continuing operations increased 16%. Television, Outdoor, and Publishing saw increased revenues and profits, while Radio declined. CBS expects continued growth in the long term through expanding its existing businesses and capitalizing on digital opportunities.
- Ameriprise Financial reported net income of $171 million for Q4 2006, up 54% from Q4 2005. Adjusted earnings excluding one-time costs were $251 million, up 30%.
- Revenues grew 16% to $2.2 billion driven by higher fees from increased assets under management and strong sales. Expenses rose 13% primarily due to increased compensation.
- For the full year, income grew 13% to $631 million and adjusted earnings grew 25% to $866 million. The company exceeded its cost savings target for the year.
Northrop Grumman reported a 7% increase in second quarter 2007 net income compared to the same period in 2006. Diluted earnings per share increased to $1.31 from $1.26 the previous year. Operating margin rose 9% to $744 million, or 9.4% of sales, up from 9% of sales in 2006. Cash from operations also increased, rising to $741 million from $638 million in the prior year. For 2007, the company expects sales of approximately $31.5 billion, segment operating margin in the mid-9% range, diluted EPS from continuing operations between $4.90-$5.05, and cash from operations and free cash flow to be at the upper end
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the second quarter of 2007, with revenue increasing 5% to $1.8 billion compared to the second quarter of 2006. Operating expenses grew 6% to $1.1 billion, and income before discontinued operations increased 21% to $208.7 million. By division, radio revenues grew 1% to $918 million while outdoor advertising revenues increased 12% to $837 million. The company also provided an outlook for the third quarter and full year 2007, with radio revenues pacing down 1.5% and 0.2% respectively, while outdoor revenues were pacing up 10.6% for Q3 and 7.2% for the full year.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the third quarter of 2007, with revenue increasing 5% to $1.7 billion compared to the previous year. Operating expenses also increased 6% while income before discontinued operations rose 51% and diluted earnings per share increased 53%. The company's OIBDAN was $583.5 million, a 4% increase from 2006. Clear Channel's shareholders approved a merger agreement with a private equity group in September 2007. The company continues its plans to divest radio stations and its television group, with definitive agreements signed to sell 353 radio stations and its television business.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2005. For the fourth quarter, revenue declined 1% to $1.76 billion compared to the same period in 2004. For the full year, revenue remained flat at $6.61 billion compared to 2004. Notable events in 2005 included the successful IPO of Clear Channel Outdoor and spin-off of Live Nation. Clear Channel also returned over $1.4 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Looking ahead, management is optimistic about growth opportunities across radio, outdoor, and television and intends to return an additional $1.6 billion to shareholders.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the first quarter of 2007, with revenues increasing 8% to $1.6 billion compared to the first quarter of 2006. Expenses increased 5% to $1.1 billion, and income before discontinued operations increased 2% to $99.2 million. The company also discussed progress on divesting its television group and certain radio stations, with definitive agreements in place that are expected to net approximately $1.4 billion in proceeds after taxes and transaction costs. Pacing information showed radio revenues pacing down 1.6% for Q2 2007 and 0.6% for the full year, while outdoor revenues were pacing up 6.7% for Q2 and 5.9% for the
Duke Energy reported higher earnings per share in the first quarter of 2005 compared to the previous year. Earnings per share were $0.91 versus $0.34 in 2004, driven by gains from the sale of assets in the Field Services business and improved performance across most business units. Interest expense was lower due to debt reduction efforts. Duke Energy will hold an earnings call to discuss the results and outlook further.
CBS reported strong financial results for Q4 2006 and full year 2006. Q4 operating income increased 14% and net earnings from continuing operations increased 44% compared to the prior year. For the full year, operating income increased 5% and net earnings from continuing operations increased 16%. Television, Outdoor, and Publishing saw increased revenues and profits, while Radio declined. CBS expects continued growth in the long term through expanding its existing businesses and capitalizing on digital opportunities.
- Ameriprise Financial reported net income of $171 million for Q4 2006, up 54% from Q4 2005. Adjusted earnings excluding one-time costs were $251 million, up 30%.
- Revenues grew 16% to $2.2 billion driven by higher fees from increased assets under management and strong sales. Expenses rose 13% primarily due to increased compensation.
- For the full year, income grew 13% to $631 million and adjusted earnings grew 25% to $866 million. The company exceeded its cost savings target for the year.
Northrop Grumman reported a 7% increase in second quarter 2007 net income compared to the same period in 2006. Diluted earnings per share increased to $1.31 from $1.26 the previous year. Operating margin rose 9% to $744 million, or 9.4% of sales, up from 9% of sales in 2006. Cash from operations also increased, rising to $741 million from $638 million in the prior year. For 2007, the company expects sales of approximately $31.5 billion, segment operating margin in the mid-9% range, diluted EPS from continuing operations between $4.90-$5.05, and cash from operations and free cash flow to be at the upper end
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the second quarter of 2007, with revenue increasing 5% to $1.8 billion compared to the second quarter of 2006. Operating expenses grew 6% to $1.1 billion, and income before discontinued operations increased 21% to $208.7 million. By division, radio revenues grew 1% to $918 million while outdoor advertising revenues increased 12% to $837 million. The company also provided an outlook for the third quarter and full year 2007, with radio revenues pacing down 1.5% and 0.2% respectively, while outdoor revenues were pacing up 10.6% for Q3 and 7.2% for the full year.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the third quarter of 2007, with revenue increasing 5% to $1.7 billion compared to the previous year. Operating expenses also increased 6% while income before discontinued operations rose 51% and diluted earnings per share increased 53%. The company's OIBDAN was $583.5 million, a 4% increase from 2006. Clear Channel's shareholders approved a merger agreement with a private equity group in September 2007. The company continues its plans to divest radio stations and its television group, with definitive agreements signed to sell 353 radio stations and its television business.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2005. For the fourth quarter, revenue declined 1% to $1.76 billion compared to the same period in 2004. For the full year, revenue remained flat at $6.61 billion compared to 2004. Notable events in 2005 included the successful IPO of Clear Channel Outdoor and spin-off of Live Nation. Clear Channel also returned over $1.4 billion to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends. Looking ahead, management is optimistic about growth opportunities across radio, outdoor, and television and intends to return an additional $1.6 billion to shareholders.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for the first quarter of 2007, with revenues increasing 8% to $1.6 billion compared to the first quarter of 2006. Expenses increased 5% to $1.1 billion, and income before discontinued operations increased 2% to $99.2 million. The company also discussed progress on divesting its television group and certain radio stations, with definitive agreements in place that are expected to net approximately $1.4 billion in proceeds after taxes and transaction costs. Pacing information showed radio revenues pacing down 1.6% for Q2 2007 and 0.6% for the full year, while outdoor revenues were pacing up 6.7% for Q2 and 5.9% for the
Duke Energy reported higher earnings per share in the first quarter of 2005 compared to the previous year. Earnings per share were $0.91 versus $0.34 in 2004, driven by gains from the sale of assets in the Field Services business and improved performance across most business units. Interest expense was lower due to debt reduction efforts. Duke Energy will hold an earnings call to discuss the results and outlook further.
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The document summarizes Omnicom Group's financial results for the full year 2005. Some key highlights include:
- Revenue for 2005 increased 7.5% to $10.481 billion compared to 2004, with organic revenue growth of 7.3%.
- Net income for 2005 grew 9.3% to $790.7 million from $723.5 million in 2004.
- Earnings per share increased 11.1% to $3.88 per diluted share in 2005, up from $3.48 per diluted share in 2004.
- Advertising revenue grew the most at 9.1% for the full year, while public relations growth was the slowest at 2.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for Q4 2006 and full year 2006. Revenue increased 11% to $1.94 billion in Q4 2006 and 7% to $7.07 billion for the full year. Income before discontinued operations grew 15% to $210.1 million in Q4 2006 and 688.8 million for the full year. OIBDAN increased 17% to $655.3 million in Q4 2006 and 11% to $2.28 billion for 2006. Radio revenues increased 6% to $3.7 billion for 2006 due to higher advertising rates. Outdoor revenues grew 9% to $2.9 billion for 2006 from increases in the Americas and International segments.
The document summarizes Duke Energy's financial results for the third quarter of 2005. It reports higher earnings in the company's franchised electric, natural gas transmission, and international energy segments. It also discusses the financial impacts of Duke Energy's decision to exit its North American commercial power business. Finally, it provides expectations for 2005 ongoing earnings per share and 2007 ongoing earnings following the planned merger with Cinergy.
Northrop Grumman reported first quarter 2006 results, with earnings per share of $1.02 and income from continuing operations of $357 million. Contract acquisitions reached a record $12.3 billion. Sales decreased to $7.2 billion compared to $7.5 billion in the first quarter of 2005. The company reaffirmed full-year 2006 guidance for earnings per share and cash from operations. Segment results were mixed, with higher margins in Information & Services and Aerospace but lower margins in Ships.
The Walt Disney Company reported sharply higher earnings for the first quarter of fiscal year 2004, ended December 31, 2003. Earnings per share increased to $0.33 from $0.05 in the prior year quarter, driven by growth across all business segments. Revenues increased 19% to $8.5 billion due to strong performance of home entertainment releases from Studios and higher affiliate fees and advertising at Media Networks. The company expects continued earnings growth of over 30% for fiscal year 2004.
Raytheon reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2005. Fourth quarter sales increased 9% to $6.2 billion and income from continuing operations grew 15% to $282 million. For the full year, sales rose 8% to $21.9 billion and income from continuing operations increased 115% to $942 million. Raytheon also reduced its net debt by $1.3 billion in 2005 to $3.3 billion, the lowest level in ten years, and generated $2.1 billion in free cash flow from continuing operations for the full year. Looking ahead, Raytheon expects 2006 sales between $23.1-23.6 billion and earnings per share from continuing operations of $
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- Omnicom Group presented financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2005, with revenue up 8.6% and 8.2% respectively compared to the same periods in 2004.
- Net income saw even stronger growth of 9.6% and 10.1% for the quarter and year to date.
- Revenue growth was driven by a combination of organic growth, foreign exchange impacts, and acquisitions, with organic growth accounting for the majority at 7.0% and 6.4% respectively.
This document is Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation's annual investors' report for 2005. Some key points:
- BNSF achieved record quarterly and annual revenue and earnings per share in 2005. Fourth quarter earnings were $1.13 per share, up 24% from 2004. Annual earnings were a record $4.01 per share.
- Freight revenues for the fourth quarter of 2005 increased 18% to $3.45 billion compared to 2004. For the full year, freight revenues increased 17% to $12.6 billion.
- Operating income for the fourth quarter was $800 million, up 20% from 2004. For 2005, operating income increased 73% to $2.92
The document provides financial results for Ameriprise Financial for Q3 2006. Key points:
- Net income was $174M, up 39% from prior year. Adjusted earnings excluding one-time costs were $231M, up 29%.
- Revenues grew 6% to $2B driven by higher fees from increased assets in wrap accounts and variable annuities.
- Expenses grew slower than revenues. Compensation increased due to business growth and incentives. Interest expenses fell due to lower fixed annuity balances.
- Assets under management grew 5% to $440B despite selling its recordkeeping business. Strong flows continued in wrap accounts and variable annuities.
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News Corporation reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2009. While revenue was $7.9 billion, adjusted operating income declined 42% to $818 million due to weakness across many business segments. A $8.4 billion non-cash impairment charge related to goodwill and assets resulted in a net loss of $6.4 billion for the quarter. The company is implementing cost cuts in response to the economic downturn.
Ameriprise Financial reported first quarter 2006 results with the following highlights:
- Net income was $145 million compared to $175 million in the prior year quarter. Adjusted earnings, which exclude certain one-time items, increased 17% to $189 million.
- Revenues grew 6% to $1.9 billion. Adjusted revenues grew 10%, driven by 17% growth in management, financial advice, and service fees.
- Adjusted return on equity increased to 10.4% from 10.2% in the previous quarter.
- The company repurchased $275 million of its shares during the quarter and authorized up to $750 million additional in share repurchases
The Progressive Corporation reported its November 2006 results. Net premiums written decreased 3% to $959.2 million compared to November 2005. Net income increased 58% to $131.9 million compared to November 2005. The combined ratio improved 2.9 percentage points to 87.0 compared to November 2005. Progressive also announced that its Board of Directors confirmed its intention to use a variable dividend formula to determine the annual dividend payout in 2007, replacing quarterly dividends. The variable payout will be based on annual after-tax underwriting income multiplied by a shareholder target factor set by the Board and a gainshare factor between 0-2 depending on growth and profitability.
Tribune Company reported a significant decline in net income for the fourth quarter of 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Operating revenues decreased 12.4% while operating expenses rose 10.5%, resulting in a 91.8% drop in operating profit. Additionally, the company reported a net loss of $78.8 million for the quarter compared to net income of $239.1 million in the prior year, a decline of 133%. The results were negatively impacted by impairment charges and costs associated with the company's going-private transaction in December 2007.
Boardwalk Pipeline Partners reported financial results for the first quarter of 2009. Operating revenues increased 13% to $223.4 million due to higher transportation revenues from expansion projects. However, net income decreased 41% to $52 million due to higher expenses from the projects and increased maintenance costs. Capital expenditures for expansion projects totaled $262.1 million for the quarter. Boardwalk also announced plans to expand its Gulf South system to support growing production in Louisiana.
Aon reported financial results for the 4th quarter and full year of 2008. 4th quarter revenue was $1.9 billion, with organic growth in commissions and fees of 2%. EPS from continuing operations was $0.43. For the quarter, adjusted pretax margin increased 150 basis points to 19.9% in brokerage and 180 basis points to 19% in consulting. Full year 2008 revenue increased 4% to $7.6 billion with organic growth of 2%, and net income increased 71% to $1.5 billion compared to the prior year.
- Ameriprise Financial reported income before discontinued operations of $111 million for Q4 2005, down from $226 million in Q4 2004, primarily due to one-time separation costs.
- Adjusted earnings, which exclude one-time items, decreased 4% to $193 million compared to $202 million in Q4 2004, due to a lower tax provision in 2004. Revenues grew 5% to $1.9 billion.
- Key highlights included a 6% increase in mass affluent clients, higher advisor productivity, improved investment performance, and a 5% increase in owned, managed, and administered assets to over $428 billion.
Celanese Corporation reported strong third quarter results for 2005, with net sales increasing 21% compared to the same period in 2004, primarily due to higher pricing and recent acquisitions. Basic earnings per share were $0.26, while diluted adjusted earnings per share were $0.49. Adjusted EBITDA rose 16% to $253 million. All business segments saw increases in earnings, with Chemical Products experiencing the largest gain due to higher pricing and dividends from investments. Celanese raised its full-year 2005 guidance for diluted adjusted earnings per share to $1.95 to $2.05.
This document is Charter Communications' 2002 Annual Report. It provides financial and operating summaries for the year. Key points include:
- Revenues grew 15% to $4.56 billion while adjusted EBITDA rose 16.4% to $1.796 billion.
- Customer relationships declined to 6.634 million from 6.953 million in 2001. However, revenue generating units rose to 10.422 million.
- High-speed data customers increased significantly to 1.138 million while digital and analog video customers declined slightly.
- The report addresses challenges faced in 2001-2002 including customer losses, financial restatements, and regulatory investigations. However, it emphasizes progress in growing revenues from broadband services
The document outlines the charter of the Nominating and Governance Committee of CBS Corporation. The committee is responsible for identifying and recommending board nominees, assessing board composition, overseeing corporate governance practices, evaluating board performance, and reviewing related party transactions. The committee has authority to retain outside advisors and review director compensation. It will meet at least three times per year and regularly report to the full board.
AES Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2007. Revenues increased 17% to $3.3 billion due to higher prices in New York and Latin America, favorable currency trends, and contributions from new businesses. Operating cash flow increased 19% to $526 million. Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.41. Adjusted EPS, which excludes certain non-operational items, was also $0.41. AES acquired over 800 MW of existing and pipeline generation capacity in the US, Turkey, and China during the quarter.
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The document summarizes Omnicom Group's financial results for the full year 2005. Some key highlights include:
- Revenue for 2005 increased 7.5% to $10.481 billion compared to 2004, with organic revenue growth of 7.3%.
- Net income for 2005 grew 9.3% to $790.7 million from $723.5 million in 2004.
- Earnings per share increased 11.1% to $3.88 per diluted share in 2005, up from $3.48 per diluted share in 2004.
- Advertising revenue grew the most at 9.1% for the full year, while public relations growth was the slowest at 2.
Clear Channel Communications reported financial results for Q4 2006 and full year 2006. Revenue increased 11% to $1.94 billion in Q4 2006 and 7% to $7.07 billion for the full year. Income before discontinued operations grew 15% to $210.1 million in Q4 2006 and 688.8 million for the full year. OIBDAN increased 17% to $655.3 million in Q4 2006 and 11% to $2.28 billion for 2006. Radio revenues increased 6% to $3.7 billion for 2006 due to higher advertising rates. Outdoor revenues grew 9% to $2.9 billion for 2006 from increases in the Americas and International segments.
The document summarizes Duke Energy's financial results for the third quarter of 2005. It reports higher earnings in the company's franchised electric, natural gas transmission, and international energy segments. It also discusses the financial impacts of Duke Energy's decision to exit its North American commercial power business. Finally, it provides expectations for 2005 ongoing earnings per share and 2007 ongoing earnings following the planned merger with Cinergy.
Northrop Grumman reported first quarter 2006 results, with earnings per share of $1.02 and income from continuing operations of $357 million. Contract acquisitions reached a record $12.3 billion. Sales decreased to $7.2 billion compared to $7.5 billion in the first quarter of 2005. The company reaffirmed full-year 2006 guidance for earnings per share and cash from operations. Segment results were mixed, with higher margins in Information & Services and Aerospace but lower margins in Ships.
The Walt Disney Company reported sharply higher earnings for the first quarter of fiscal year 2004, ended December 31, 2003. Earnings per share increased to $0.33 from $0.05 in the prior year quarter, driven by growth across all business segments. Revenues increased 19% to $8.5 billion due to strong performance of home entertainment releases from Studios and higher affiliate fees and advertising at Media Networks. The company expects continued earnings growth of over 30% for fiscal year 2004.
Raytheon reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2005. Fourth quarter sales increased 9% to $6.2 billion and income from continuing operations grew 15% to $282 million. For the full year, sales rose 8% to $21.9 billion and income from continuing operations increased 115% to $942 million. Raytheon also reduced its net debt by $1.3 billion in 2005 to $3.3 billion, the lowest level in ten years, and generated $2.1 billion in free cash flow from continuing operations for the full year. Looking ahead, Raytheon expects 2006 sales between $23.1-23.6 billion and earnings per share from continuing operations of $
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- Omnicom Group presented financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2005, with revenue up 8.6% and 8.2% respectively compared to the same periods in 2004.
- Net income saw even stronger growth of 9.6% and 10.1% for the quarter and year to date.
- Revenue growth was driven by a combination of organic growth, foreign exchange impacts, and acquisitions, with organic growth accounting for the majority at 7.0% and 6.4% respectively.
This document is Burlington Northern Santa Fe Corporation's annual investors' report for 2005. Some key points:
- BNSF achieved record quarterly and annual revenue and earnings per share in 2005. Fourth quarter earnings were $1.13 per share, up 24% from 2004. Annual earnings were a record $4.01 per share.
- Freight revenues for the fourth quarter of 2005 increased 18% to $3.45 billion compared to 2004. For the full year, freight revenues increased 17% to $12.6 billion.
- Operating income for the fourth quarter was $800 million, up 20% from 2004. For 2005, operating income increased 73% to $2.92
The document provides financial results for Ameriprise Financial for Q3 2006. Key points:
- Net income was $174M, up 39% from prior year. Adjusted earnings excluding one-time costs were $231M, up 29%.
- Revenues grew 6% to $2B driven by higher fees from increased assets in wrap accounts and variable annuities.
- Expenses grew slower than revenues. Compensation increased due to business growth and incentives. Interest expenses fell due to lower fixed annuity balances.
- Assets under management grew 5% to $440B despite selling its recordkeeping business. Strong flows continued in wrap accounts and variable annuities.
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News Corporation reported financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2009. While revenue was $7.9 billion, adjusted operating income declined 42% to $818 million due to weakness across many business segments. A $8.4 billion non-cash impairment charge related to goodwill and assets resulted in a net loss of $6.4 billion for the quarter. The company is implementing cost cuts in response to the economic downturn.
Ameriprise Financial reported first quarter 2006 results with the following highlights:
- Net income was $145 million compared to $175 million in the prior year quarter. Adjusted earnings, which exclude certain one-time items, increased 17% to $189 million.
- Revenues grew 6% to $1.9 billion. Adjusted revenues grew 10%, driven by 17% growth in management, financial advice, and service fees.
- Adjusted return on equity increased to 10.4% from 10.2% in the previous quarter.
- The company repurchased $275 million of its shares during the quarter and authorized up to $750 million additional in share repurchases
The Progressive Corporation reported its November 2006 results. Net premiums written decreased 3% to $959.2 million compared to November 2005. Net income increased 58% to $131.9 million compared to November 2005. The combined ratio improved 2.9 percentage points to 87.0 compared to November 2005. Progressive also announced that its Board of Directors confirmed its intention to use a variable dividend formula to determine the annual dividend payout in 2007, replacing quarterly dividends. The variable payout will be based on annual after-tax underwriting income multiplied by a shareholder target factor set by the Board and a gainshare factor between 0-2 depending on growth and profitability.
Tribune Company reported a significant decline in net income for the fourth quarter of 2007 compared to the same period in 2006. Operating revenues decreased 12.4% while operating expenses rose 10.5%, resulting in a 91.8% drop in operating profit. Additionally, the company reported a net loss of $78.8 million for the quarter compared to net income of $239.1 million in the prior year, a decline of 133%. The results were negatively impacted by impairment charges and costs associated with the company's going-private transaction in December 2007.
Boardwalk Pipeline Partners reported financial results for the first quarter of 2009. Operating revenues increased 13% to $223.4 million due to higher transportation revenues from expansion projects. However, net income decreased 41% to $52 million due to higher expenses from the projects and increased maintenance costs. Capital expenditures for expansion projects totaled $262.1 million for the quarter. Boardwalk also announced plans to expand its Gulf South system to support growing production in Louisiana.
Aon reported financial results for the 4th quarter and full year of 2008. 4th quarter revenue was $1.9 billion, with organic growth in commissions and fees of 2%. EPS from continuing operations was $0.43. For the quarter, adjusted pretax margin increased 150 basis points to 19.9% in brokerage and 180 basis points to 19% in consulting. Full year 2008 revenue increased 4% to $7.6 billion with organic growth of 2%, and net income increased 71% to $1.5 billion compared to the prior year.
- Ameriprise Financial reported income before discontinued operations of $111 million for Q4 2005, down from $226 million in Q4 2004, primarily due to one-time separation costs.
- Adjusted earnings, which exclude one-time items, decreased 4% to $193 million compared to $202 million in Q4 2004, due to a lower tax provision in 2004. Revenues grew 5% to $1.9 billion.
- Key highlights included a 6% increase in mass affluent clients, higher advisor productivity, improved investment performance, and a 5% increase in owned, managed, and administered assets to over $428 billion.
Celanese Corporation reported strong third quarter results for 2005, with net sales increasing 21% compared to the same period in 2004, primarily due to higher pricing and recent acquisitions. Basic earnings per share were $0.26, while diluted adjusted earnings per share were $0.49. Adjusted EBITDA rose 16% to $253 million. All business segments saw increases in earnings, with Chemical Products experiencing the largest gain due to higher pricing and dividends from investments. Celanese raised its full-year 2005 guidance for diluted adjusted earnings per share to $1.95 to $2.05.
This document is Charter Communications' 2002 Annual Report. It provides financial and operating summaries for the year. Key points include:
- Revenues grew 15% to $4.56 billion while adjusted EBITDA rose 16.4% to $1.796 billion.
- Customer relationships declined to 6.634 million from 6.953 million in 2001. However, revenue generating units rose to 10.422 million.
- High-speed data customers increased significantly to 1.138 million while digital and analog video customers declined slightly.
- The report addresses challenges faced in 2001-2002 including customer losses, financial restatements, and regulatory investigations. However, it emphasizes progress in growing revenues from broadband services
The document outlines the charter of the Nominating and Governance Committee of CBS Corporation. The committee is responsible for identifying and recommending board nominees, assessing board composition, overseeing corporate governance practices, evaluating board performance, and reviewing related party transactions. The committee has authority to retain outside advisors and review director compensation. It will meet at least three times per year and regularly report to the full board.
AES Corporation reported strong financial results for the second quarter of 2007. Revenues increased 17% to $3.3 billion due to higher prices in New York and Latin America, favorable currency trends, and contributions from new businesses. Operating cash flow increased 19% to $526 million. Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.41. Adjusted EPS, which excludes certain non-operational items, was also $0.41. AES acquired over 800 MW of existing and pipeline generation capacity in the US, Turkey, and China during the quarter.
The document provides an investor information update for March 2009. It summarizes geopolitical events in various regions and the U.S. defense budget outlook. It also discusses the company's performance in 2008, growth areas for 2009, acquisition strategy, and financial guidance for 2009. Key points include sales of $14.9 billion in 2008, EPS growth of 17% in 2008, emerging growth areas in ISR and services, and 2009 guidance of $15.5-15.7 billion in sales and $7.12-7.32 in diluted EPS.
The document is a notice from Sun Microsystems for their 2000 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. It provides details on the date, time, and location of the meeting, as well as the agenda items to be voted on, including electing the Board of Directors, amending the company's Restated Certificate of Incorporation, amending their 1990 Long-Term Equity Incentive Plan, and amending their Bylaws. It also includes brief biographies of the eight nominees for the Board of Directors.
The AES Corporation reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2007, with revenues increasing 11% and net cash from operating activities rising 14% compared to the same period last year. Income from continuing operations was $119 million, or $0.18 per share. However, AES incurred a net loss of $455 million, or $0.67 per share, due to a non-cash charge of $638 million from the sale of its Venezuelan subsidiary. The company continued executing its growth strategy during the quarter by partnering with GE for emission reduction projects and acquiring two new power plants in Mexico.
The CBS Corporation focused on new technologies, optimizing core businesses, and returning value to shareholders in 2007. It invested over $440 million in digital properties like Last.fm and acquired content for online distribution. CBS had a successful year with adjusted EPS up 9% and free cash flow up 6%, allowing it to raise dividends and repurchase $3.4 billion in stock. Strong performances from shows like CSI and sports programming, as well as gains in publishing and outdoor advertising, contributed to these results. CBS aims to deliver content across multiple platforms and lead the industry's digital transformation.
The document provides an overview of AES Corporation's financial results for the first quarter of 2008. Some key points:
- Revenue increased 13% to $4.1 billion driven by higher prices and volumes in Latin America and Europe. Gross margin rose 17% to $849 million.
- Income before taxes grew 27% to $628 million. Diluted EPS from continuing operations was $0.34 compared to $0.17 in the prior year.
- Operating cash flow was flat at $471 million due to increased working capital from higher revenues. Free cash flow also remained flat at $292 million.
- Segment highlights showed revenue and profit increases across most regions, particularly in Latin America generation due
The document is a notice for Sun Microsystems' 2006 Annual Meeting of Stockholders. It provides details about the date, time, and location of the meeting, and notes that stockholders will be asked to vote on eight director elections, ratification of an independent accounting firm, approval of an executive compensation plan, and consideration of any stockholder proposals. It directs stockholders to vote by proxy card, telephone, or internet and provides an order of business and table of contents for the meeting agenda and additional documents.
This document is an amendment to a previously filed 10-Q form submitted by AES Corp. It provides restated financial statements for the first quarter of 2007, including:
- A net loss of $462 million compared to a net income of $342 million in the prior year, due to a $636 million loss from discontinued operations.
- Revenues of $3.1 billion across regulated and non-regulated businesses.
- Operating income of $112 million from continuing operations, down from $324 million previously reported.
- The balance sheet has been restated to reflect corrections to prior period errors related to contract modifications in Pakistan, adoption of a new accounting standard, and reclassification of debt.
CBS Corporation reported strong financial results for the third quarter of 2006, with operating income up 4% to $646 million led by increases at the television and outdoor segments. Net earnings from continuing operations were up 26% to $324 million and earnings per share increased 27% to $0.42 per share. Free cash flow saw a significant increase of 65% to $432 million. While revenues were slightly down, solid profit increases in key business segments and lower interest expenses contributed to improved bottom line results.
The document provides an overview of AES Corporation's financial results for 2004 and outlook for 2005. Some key highlights include revenues for 2004 increasing 13% over 2003 to $9.4 billion, with adjusted earnings per share growing 32% year-over-year. For the fourth quarter of 2004, revenues were up 11% and adjusted earnings per share increased 91% compared to the same period last year. The company also discusses cash flow results for 2004 and reconciliation of adjusted earnings per share.
The document provides reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures for The Pepsi Bottling Group for 2008. It summarizes items affecting comparability between years such as impairment charges, restructuring charges, and accounting standard changes. Tables show the impact of these items on operating income, net revenues, operating profit, and earnings per share for 2008 compared to 2005, 2007, and 2003. The document also provides 2009 guidance forecasts for revenue growth, operating income growth, earnings per share, and operating free cash flow.
The document is AES Corp's Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ending March 31, 2008. The 10-Q provides AES's condensed consolidated financial statements including statements of operations, balance sheets, and cash flows for the quarter. It also includes notes to the financial statements and management's discussion and analysis of the financial results. The financial statements show that for the quarter, AES reported net income of $233 million compared to a net loss of $461 million in the prior year period. Revenue increased to $4.1 billion from $3.1 billion a year ago.
Viacom reported first quarter 2005 results, with revenues up 5% to $5.6 billion led by 19% growth in cable networks. Operating income climbed 7% to $1.1 billion led by 20% growth in cable networks and outdoor and 10% in entertainment. Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations was $0.36, up from $0.35 in the prior year after excluding a tax benefit. The company is on track to deliver mid single-digit growth in revenues and operating income and high single-digit growth in earnings per share for 2005.
The Progressive Corporation announced financial results for December 2005 and the full year 2005. For December, net income was $122.9 million, down 32% from the previous year due to an additional week of results in 2004. For the full year, net income was $1.393.9 billion, down 15% from 2004 which had 53 weeks of activity compared to 52 weeks in 2005. The company also held a conference call in March 2006 to discuss the full year 2005 results and filed its annual report with the SEC.
The Progressive Corporation announced financial results for December 2005 and the full year 2005. For December, net income was $122.9 million, down 32% from the previous year due to an additional week of results in 2004. For the full year, net income was $1.393.9 billion, down 15% from 2004 which had an extra week. The combined ratio for December was 87.2% and for the full year was 88.1%. Progressive also provided supplemental information on premiums written, earned, loss ratios, and policies in force by business segment.
Raytheon reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2006. Quarterly sales increased 12% to $5.7 billion due to growth at Integrated Defense Systems, Missile Systems, and Network Centric Systems. Earnings per share from continuing operations increased 27% to $0.65 for the quarter. For the full year, sales increased 7% to $20.3 billion and earnings per share from continuing operations increased 37% to $2.46. Raytheon also provided guidance for 2007, forecasting earnings per share from continuing operations between $2.85 to $3.00 on sales between $21.4 to $21.9 billion.
Raytheon reported strong financial results for Q3 2006, with EPS up 41% and bookings of $6.1 billion. The company increased full-year 2006 guidance for EPS, bookings, operating cash flow and ROIC. Segments such as IDS, MS and RAC saw higher sales and improved operating performance compared to Q3 2005. Raytheon also provided initial guidance for 2007 with projected continued growth.
Viacom reported strong third quarter 2005 results with revenues up 10% to $5.9 billion and operating income up 5% to $1.4 billion. Advertising revenues grew 9% overall led by gains of 17% at cable networks and 7% at television. Diluted earnings per share increased 12% to $0.47. Nearly all segments saw revenue growth including cable networks up 15%, entertainment up 54%, and radio and outdoor also higher. Operating income increased at cable networks, radio, outdoor, entertainment and parks/publishing. The company remains on track to meet full year guidance of mid-single digit growth in revenues and operating income and high-single digit growth in earnings per share.
- Northrop Grumman reported a 7% increase in second quarter 2007 net income compared to the same period in 2006. Diluted earnings per share increased to $1.31.
- Operating margin increased 9% to $744 million, or 9.4% of sales, up from 9% in 2006. Sales increased 4% to $7.9 billion.
- Cash from operations increased 16% to $741 million, driven by higher net income and less cash spent on discontinued operations.
- Goodrich Corporation reported fourth quarter 2006 results with sales growth of 10% and segment operating margin increase from 11.2% to 12.5% compared to fourth quarter 2005.
- Net income per diluted share was $0.78, reflecting 39% growth including tax adjustments and stock-based compensation expenses.
- For full year 2006, sales grew 9% and segment operating margin increased from 11.5% to 13.0% compared to full year 2005. Net income per diluted share grew 79%.
Goodrich Corporation reported fourth quarter and full year 2006 results on February 1, 2007. Some key highlights include:
- Fourth quarter 2006 sales grew 10% year-over-year with growth in all segments and major market channels. Segment operating margin increased from 11.2% to 12.5%.
- Net income per diluted share was $0.78, reflecting 39% growth over fourth quarter 2005.
- For the full year 2006, sales grew 9% year-over-year. Segment operating income increased 22% and margin increased 1.5% to 13.0%. Net income increased 83%.
- The company cautions that any forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause
- The Walt Disney Company reported earnings for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2005, with diluted EPS of $1.24 for the year and $0.20 for the quarter.
- Revenues increased 4% to $31.9 billion for the fiscal year and 3% to $7.7 billion for the fourth quarter. Segment operating income increased 4% to $4.7 billion for the fiscal year but decreased 15% to $760 million for the fourth quarter.
- Robert Iger, President and CEO, said the company's strategy of achieving growth through creative content, global expansion, and new technology is working, and Disney is well positioned to take advantage of changes in the media landscape.
Clear Channel Communications reported first quarter 2001 results with net revenues up 108% to $1.6 billion and EBITDA up 70% to $404 million compared to first quarter 2000. While most segments saw declines in revenue and operating cash flow due to difficult year-over-year comparisons, after-tax cash flow per share increased 2% to $0.52. The company withdrew full-year guidance due to uncertainty but forecasted a 1% increase in after-tax cash flow per share for the second quarter.
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Motorola reported financial results for the fourth quarter of 2008 with $7.1 billion in sales and a GAAP net loss of $3.6 billion or $1.57 per share. For the full year 2008, Motorola had $30.1 billion in sales and a net loss of $4.2 billion or $1.84 per share. Motorola generated $201 million in positive operating cash flow for the fourth quarter. Motorola also announced cost-reduction actions of $1.5 billion for 2009 in response to economic challenges.
motorola Q4 2008 Earnings Press Release and Financial Tablesfinance7
Motorola reported financial results for the fourth quarter of 2008 with $7.1 billion in sales and a GAAP net loss of $3.6 billion or $1.57 per share. The company implemented cost reduction actions of approximately $1.5 billion for 2009 in response to economic challenges. Mobile Devices sales were $2.35 billion with an operating loss of $595 million, while Home and Networks Mobility operating earnings increased 34% to $257 million on sales of $2.6 billion. The company expects cost savings of more than $1.2 billion from Mobile Devices restructuring in 2009.
- Viacom reported record second quarter 2001 results, with EBITDA increasing nearly fourfold to $1.36 billion compared to $273 million in the second quarter of 2000.
- Pro forma EBITDA rose 12% to $1.36 billion on revenues of $5.71 billion, compared to EBITDA of $1.21 billion on revenues of $5.67 billion in the second quarter of 2000.
- Pro forma free cash flow per share for the second quarter of 2001 climbed 33% to $0.52 per diluted share, or $936 million, versus $0.39 per diluted share, or $706 million, in the second quarter of 2000.
Viacom reported its full year and fourth quarter 2004 results. For the full year, revenues increased 8% to $22.5 billion led by an 11% increase in advertising revenues. However, the company reported an operating loss due to a non-cash impairment charge of $18 billion to reduce the carrying value of radio and outdoor assets. Excluding this charge, operating income rose 14% and earnings per share grew 21%. For the fourth quarter, revenues rose 6% while the operating loss widened due to the impairment charge; excluding this, operating income rose 10% and earnings per share increased 27%.
- Clear Channel reported a 4% decrease in revenue and a 59% decrease in net income for Q1 2005 compared to Q1 2004. Revenue declines were seen across radio broadcasting, live entertainment and other divisions.
- Radio broadcasting revenue declined 7% due to a reduction in commercial minutes despite rate increases. Outdoor advertising revenue grew 11% led by increases in bulletins, malls, airports and international revenues.
- Live entertainment revenue fell 17% due to fewer arena shows compared to Q1 2004. Expenses declined across divisions except for outdoor advertising.
- The company repurchased $672 million in stock year-to-date and has $488.5 million remaining in its repurchase program.
allstate Quarterly Investor Information 2002 4th finance7
Allstate reported their fourth quarter and full year 2002 results. Some key highlights:
- Q4 2002 net income was $447 million, up 69% from Q4 2001. Full year 2002 net income was $1.13 billion, down slightly from 2001.
- Q4 2002 operating income was $618 million, up 100% from Q4 2001. Full year 2002 operating income was $2.08 billion, up from $1.49 billion in 2001.
- Results were driven by increased premiums earned, improved loss frequencies, and increased investment income, partly offset by higher claims severities and catastrophe losses.
- For 2003, Allstate expects operating income per share of $3.20-$3
u.s.bancorp 4Q 2005 Earnings Release - pdf versionfinance13
U.S. Bancorp reported record net income of $1,143 million for Q4 2005, an 8.2% increase from Q4 2004. Net income for full year 2005 was $4,489 million, a 7.7% increase over 2004. This growth was driven by increases in noninterest income from fee businesses and valuation of mortgage servicing rights, partially offset by lower net interest margin and higher credit losses. While average earning assets grew 7.1% from a year ago, net interest income declined slightly due to competitive pricing pressure and growth in lower-spread loans. Noninterest expenses declined due to debt restructuring charges in 2004.
This document summarizes Raytheon's financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2008. Key points include: Raytheon reported solid financial results for Q4 and full year 2008, with record backlog of $38.9 billion; Q4 sales were $6.1 billion and adjusted EPS was $1.13; Full year sales grew 9% to $23.2 billion and adjusted EPS grew 23% to $4.06; Raytheon reaffirmed its financial guidance for 2009 and expects continued growth.
The Progressive Corporation hosted its 2005 Investor Relations Meeting on May 26th. The meeting included presentations and a question and answer session, lasting approximately three hours. Information from the meeting was made available on the company's website. Progressive also reported its April 2005 results, with net premiums written up 9% and net income down 6% compared to April 2004. The company will continue to offer auto insurance to personal and commercial drivers throughout the US.
The Progressive Corporation hosted its 2005 Investor Relations Meeting on May 26th. The meeting included presentations and a question and answer session, lasting approximately three hours. Information from the meeting was made available on the company's website. Progressive also reported its April 2005 results, including a 9% increase in net premiums written compared to April 2004. Net income decreased 6% compared to the same period last year. The combined ratio for April 2005 was 85.3, a 1.2 point increase over April 2004.
The document discusses Pepsi Bottling Group's use of non-GAAP financial measures to provide additional context for investors beyond standard GAAP reporting. It defines one such measure, Operating Free Cash Flow (OFCF), as cash from operations less capital expenditures plus excess tax benefits from stock options. Management uses OFCF to evaluate business performance and liquidity. The document provides Pepsi's forecast for 2007 OFCF between $530-550 million and outlines adjustments made to certain first quarter 2007 financial results to exclude foreign currency translation impacts.
The document discusses Pepsi Bottling Group's (PBG) use of non-GAAP financial measures to provide additional context for investors beyond standard GAAP reporting. It provides non-GAAP adjusted figures for PBG's second quarter 2007 results which exclude the impact of foreign currency translation. It also gives adjusted guidance figures for full year 2007 diluted EPS and effective tax rate which exclude the impact of reversing tax contingencies. Finally, it defines and discusses the non-GAAP measure of operating free cash flow, and provides PBG's estimated range for full year 2007 operating free cash flow.
The document provides reconciliations of Pepsi Bottling Group's (PBG) reported and comparable non-GAAP financial measures for the third quarter and year-to-date 2007, including net revenue, gross profit, operating income, earnings per share (EPS), and operating free cash flow (OFCF). It also provides PBG's 2007 guidance ranges on a reported and adjusted basis, adjusting for items affecting comparability including tax matters, restructuring charges, and asset rationalization charges.
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The document provides reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures reported by The Pepsi Bottling Group to GAAP measures for 2005-2007 and 2008 guidance. It summarizes adjustments made for items affecting comparability between years, including restructuring charges, tax law changes, and accounting rule changes. Operating profit growth, EPS, and cash flow are reconciled for these periods. Non-GAAP measures are used to evaluate underlying business performance by excluding certain non-recurring or variable items.
The document summarizes Pepsi Bottling Group's (PBG) fourth quarter 2007 earnings conference call. It provides non-GAAP financial measures to allow for meaningful year-over-year comparisons. Items affecting comparability in 2007 include a tax contingency reversal, tax law changes, and restructuring charges. The document also reconciles 2007 and Q4 2007 reported results to comparable results. Guidance for 2008 reported and comparable operating income growth and EPS is also provided.
The document provides a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures for Pepsi Bottling Group's first quarter 2008 earnings conference call. It summarizes restructuring charges and an asset disposal charge that affected comparability between periods. It provides comparable and reported operating income growth, EPS, and guidance figures. It also defines and provides guidance for operating free cash flow.
The document summarizes Pepsi Bottling Group's second quarter 2008 earnings conference call. It discusses non-GAAP financial measures used by the company to provide meaningful year-over-year comparisons and evaluate underlying business performance. Items affecting comparability between years are also reviewed, including restructuring charges, asset disposal charges, and tax items. Specific metrics for certain international markets and 2008 guidance figures both on a comparable and reported basis are also presented. Operating free cash flow is defined and full-year 2008 expectations provided.
The document provides reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures reported by The Pepsi Bottling Group for 2008. It identifies items affecting comparability between years, including restructuring charges, asset disposal charges, and stock-based compensation. The document summarizes the quantitative impact of these items on key financial metrics like operating income growth, earnings per share, and cash flow. It also provides guidance for 2008 operating free cash flow.
The document provides reconciliations of non-GAAP financial measures and items affecting comparability for The Pepsi Bottling Group's third quarter 2008 earnings conference call. It summarizes restructuring charges, asset disposal charges, a tax audit settlement, tax law changes, and stock-based compensation adjustments. It also provides comparable and reported figures for net revenue, operating income, earnings per share, and other metrics. Guidance is given for full-year 2008 measures on a comparable and reported basis.
The document provides financial information and reconciliation of non-GAAP measures for The Pepsi Bottling Group's fourth quarter 2008 earnings conference call. It summarizes items affecting comparability for 2008 and 2009, including impairment charges, restructuring charges, and the impact of foreign exchange rates. It also provides the company's operating free cash flow for 2008 and guidance for comparable net revenues, costs, operating income, earnings per share, and operating free cash flow for 2009.
The document discusses PBG's financial highlights and growth in 2000. Key points:
1) PBG had strong financial results in 2000, with net revenues of $7.982 billion and EPS of $1.53, up from 1999. Operating income and EBITDA also grew substantially.
2) Two-thirds of PBG's business comes from take-home sales. In 2000 PBG focused on growing its bottled water and flavor carbonated soft drink segments in the take-home market.
3) PBG launched Sierra Mist, a new lemon-lime flavor, to capitalize on the fast growing lemon-lime segment of the carbonated soft drink category. The launch was swift in
World Fuel Services Corporation is a global leader in the downstream marketing and financing of aviation and marine fuel products and related services. For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2002, the company reported revenue of $1.55 billion, up 52.6% from the same period the previous year. Net income was $9.9 million, down 22.6% from the previous year. The company has a strong balance sheet with $312 million in total assets and $127.7 million in stockholders' equity.
World Fuel Services Corporation is a global leader in the downstream marketing and financing of aviation and marine fuel products and related services. For the nine-month period ended December 31, 2002, the company reported revenue of $1.55 billion, up 52.6% from the same period the previous year. Net income was $9.9 million, down 22.6% from the previous year. The company has a strong balance sheet with $312 million in total assets and $127.7 million in stockholders' equity.
World Fuel Services Corporation reported strong financial results for 2003 with revenue increasing 40% to $2.7 billion compared to 2002. Net income increased 52.5% to $21.9 million resulting in diluted earnings per share rising 48.5% to $1.96. Both the aviation and marine fuel divisions experienced increased revenue and income from operations. Looking forward, the company expects continued growth with the recent acquisition of Tramp Oil, one of the largest marine fuel services groups.
Calculation of compliance cost: Veterinary and sanitary control of aquatic bi...Alexander Belyaev
Calculation of compliance cost in the fishing industry of Russia after extended SCM model (Veterinary and sanitary control of aquatic biological resources (ABR) - Preparation of documents, passing expertise)
In World Expo 2010 Shanghai – the most visited Expo in the World History
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China’s official organizer of the Expo, CCPIT (China Council for the Promotion of International Trade https://en.ccpit.org/) has chosen Dr. Alyce Su as the Cover Person with Cover Story, in the Expo’s official magazine distributed throughout the Expo, showcasing China’s New Generation of Leaders to the World.
Monthly Market Risk Update: June 2024 [SlideShare]Commonwealth
Markets rallied in May, with all three major U.S. equity indices up for the month, said Sam Millette, director of fixed income, in his latest Market Risk Update.
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Budgeting as a Control Tool in Government Accounting in Nigeria
Being a Paper Presented at the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) Budget Office Staff at Sojourner Hotel, GRA, Ikeja Lagos on Saturday 8th June, 2024.
13 Jun 24 ILC Retirement Income Summit - slides.pptxILC- UK
ILC's Retirement Income Summit was hosted by M&G and supported by Canada Life. The event brought together key policymakers, influencers and experts to help identify policy priorities for the next Government and ensure more of us have access to a decent income in retirement.
Contributors included:
Jo Blanden, Professor in Economics, University of Surrey
Clive Bolton, CEO, Life Insurance M&G Plc
Jim Boyd, CEO, Equity Release Council
Molly Broome, Economist, Resolution Foundation
Nida Broughton, Co-Director of Economic Policy, Behavioural Insights Team
Jonathan Cribb, Associate Director and Head of Retirement, Savings, and Ageing, Institute for Fiscal Studies
Joanna Elson CBE, Chief Executive Officer, Independent Age
Tom Evans, Managing Director of Retirement, Canada Life
Steve Groves, Chair, Key Retirement Group
Tish Hanifan, Founder and Joint Chair of the Society of Later life Advisers
Sue Lewis, ILC Trustee
Siobhan Lough, Senior Consultant, Hymans Robertson
Mick McAteer, Co-Director, The Financial Inclusion Centre
Stuart McDonald MBE, Head of Longevity and Democratic Insights, LCP
Anusha Mittal, Managing Director, Individual Life and Pensions, M&G Life
Shelley Morris, Senior Project Manager, Living Pension, Living Wage Foundation
Sarah O'Grady, Journalist
Will Sherlock, Head of External Relations, M&G Plc
Daniela Silcock, Head of Policy Research, Pensions Policy Institute
David Sinclair, Chief Executive, ILC
Jordi Skilbeck, Senior Policy Advisor, Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association
Rt Hon Sir Stephen Timms, former Chair, Work & Pensions Committee
Nigel Waterson, ILC Trustee
Jackie Wells, Strategy and Policy Consultant, ILC Strategic Advisory Board
A toxic combination of 15 years of low growth, and four decades of high inequality, has left Britain poorer and falling behind its peers. Productivity growth is weak and public investment is low, while wages today are no higher than they were before the financial crisis. Britain needs a new economic strategy to lift itself out of stagnation.
Scotland is in many ways a microcosm of this challenge. It has become a hub for creative industries, is home to several world-class universities and a thriving community of businesses – strengths that need to be harness and leveraged. But it also has high levels of deprivation, with homelessness reaching a record high and nearly half a million people living in very deep poverty last year. Scotland won’t be truly thriving unless it finds ways to ensure that all its inhabitants benefit from growth and investment. This is the central challenge facing policy makers both in Holyrood and Westminster.
What should a new national economic strategy for Scotland include? What would the pursuit of stronger economic growth mean for local, national and UK-wide policy makers? How will economic change affect the jobs we do, the places we live and the businesses we work for? And what are the prospects for cities like Glasgow, and nations like Scotland, in rising to these challenges?
Fabular Frames and the Four Ratio ProblemMajid Iqbal
Digital, interactive art showing the struggle of a society in providing for its present population while also saving planetary resources for future generations. Spread across several frames, the art is actually the rendering of real and speculative data. The stereographic projections change shape in response to prompts and provocations. Visitors interact with the model through speculative statements about how to increase savings across communities, regions, ecosystems and environments. Their fabulations combined with random noise, i.e. factors beyond control, have a dramatic effect on the societal transition. Things get better. Things get worse. The aim is to give visitors a new grasp and feel of the ongoing struggles in democracies around the world.
Stunning art in the small multiples format brings out the spatiotemporal nature of societal transitions, against backdrop issues such as energy, housing, waste, farmland and forest. In each frame we see hopeful and frightful interplays between spending and saving. Problems emerge when one of the two parts of the existential anaglyph rapidly shrinks like Arctic ice, as factors cross thresholds. Ecological wealth and intergenerational equity areFour at stake. Not enough spending could mean economic stress, social unrest and political conflict. Not enough saving and there will be climate breakdown and ‘bankruptcy’. So where does speculative design start and the gambling and betting end? Behind each fabular frame is a four ratio problem. Each ratio reflects the level of sacrifice and self-restraint a society is willing to accept, against promises of prosperity and freedom. Some values seem to stabilise a frame while others cause collapse. Get the ratios right and we can have it all. Get them wrong and things get more desperate.
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In World Expo 2010 Shanghai – the most visited Expo in the World History
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China’s official organizer of the Expo, CCPIT (China Council for the Promotion of International Trade https://en.ccpit.org/) has chosen Dr. Alyce Su as the Cover Person with Cover Story, in the Expo’s official magazine distributed throughout the Expo, showcasing China’s New Generation of Leaders to the World.
Navigating Your Financial Future: Comprehensive Planning with Mike Baumannmikebaumannfinancial
Learn how financial planner Mike Baumann helps individuals and families articulate their financial aspirations and develop tailored plans. This presentation delves into budgeting, investment strategies, retirement planning, tax optimization, and the importance of ongoing plan adjustments.
The Rise and Fall of Ponzi Schemes in America.pptxDiana Rose
Ponzi schemes, a notorious form of financial fraud, have plagued America’s investment landscape for decades. Named after Charles Ponzi, who orchestrated one of the most infamous schemes in the early 20th century, these fraudulent operations promise high returns with little or no risk, only to collapse and leave investors with significant losses. This article explores the nature of Ponzi schemes, notable cases in American history, their impact on victims, and measures to prevent falling prey to such scams.
Understanding Ponzi Schemes
A Ponzi scheme is an investment scam where returns are paid to earlier investors using the capital from newer investors, rather than from legitimate profit earned. The scheme relies on a constant influx of new investments to continue paying the promised returns. Eventually, when the flow of new money slows down or stops, the scheme collapses, leaving the majority of investors with substantial financial losses.
Historical Context: Charles Ponzi and His Legacy
Charles Ponzi is the namesake of this deceptive practice. In the 1920s, Ponzi promised investors in Boston a 50% return within 45 days or 100% return in 90 days through arbitrage of international reply coupons. Initially, he paid returns as promised, not from profits, but from the investments of new participants. When his scheme unraveled, it resulted in losses exceeding $20 million (equivalent to about $270 million today).
Notable American Ponzi Schemes
1. Bernie Madoff: Perhaps the most notorious Ponzi scheme in recent history, Bernie Madoff’s fraud involved $65 billion. Madoff, a well-respected figure in the financial industry, promised steady, high returns through a secretive investment strategy. His scheme lasted for decades before collapsing in 2008, devastating thousands of investors, including individuals, charities, and institutional clients.
2. Allen Stanford: Through his company, Stanford Financial Group, Allen Stanford orchestrated a $7 billion Ponzi scheme, luring investors with fraudulent certificates of deposit issued by his offshore bank. Stanford promised high returns and lavish lifestyle benefits to his investors, which ultimately led to a 110-year prison sentence for the financier in 2012.
3. Tom Petters: In a scheme that lasted more than a decade, Tom Petters ran a $3.65 billion Ponzi scheme, using his company, Petters Group Worldwide. He claimed to buy and sell consumer electronics, but in reality, he used new investments to pay off old debts and fund his extravagant lifestyle. Petters was convicted in 2009 and sentenced to 50 years in prison.
4. Eric Dalius and Saivian: Eric Dalius, a prominent figure behind Saivian, a cashback program promising high returns, is under scrutiny for allegedly orchestrating a Ponzi scheme. Saivian enticed investors with promises of up to 20% cash back on everyday purchases. However, investigations suggest that the returns were paid using new investments rather than legitimate profits. The collapse of Saivian l
The Rise and Fall of Ponzi Schemes in America.pptx
CBS qr4q 05
1. CBS CORPORATION REPORTS
FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2005 RESULTS
Results for 2005 are Final Reporting Periods for Former Viacom,
Which Separated Into Two Stand Alone Companies
Full Year Free Cash Flow Climbs 10% to $1.5 Billion
2005 Results Include a Non-Cash Impairment Charge to Reduce Goodwill
Excluding the Non-Cash Impairment Charges and Adjusted for the Separation,
Pro Forma Fourth Quarter and Full Year Diluted EPS Were $.41 and $1.59
New York, New York, February 23, 2006 – CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) today reported
results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2005. The separation of former Viacom
Inc. (“Viacom”) into two publicly traded entities, CBS Corporation and new Viacom Inc. (“Viacom
Inc.”), was completed on December 31, 2005. CBS Corp. has accounted for the separation as a spin-off
and accordingly, the results of Viacom Inc. have been reflected as discontinued operations for all periods
presented. CBS Corp. is comprised of the following segments: Television (CBS Television Network,
UPN, Showtime, CBS Television Stations, CBS Paramount Television and King World), Radio (Radio
Stations), Outdoor (Outdoor Advertising Properties) and Parks/Publishing (Paramount Parks and Simon
& Schuster).
“I couldn’t be more pleased with the smooth execution of Viacom’s split and the rapid progress we have
made at CBS Corporation right out of the gate in 2006,” said Sumner Redstone, Chairman, CBS
Corporation. “Leslie Moonves, our President and CEO, and his team are running an enterprise that is
completely focused on generating solid performance and stable returns year in and year out. Adding to
all that is a constantly growing mountain of content that generates revenue through established and
emerging platforms.”
For the fourth quarter of 2005, CBS Corp.’s revenues increased 2% to $3.8 billion principally reflecting
growth in Television, Outdoor and Parks/Publishing. Excluding non-cash impairment charges, fourth
quarter 2005 operating income increased 3% to $647 million, reflecting a 9% increase at Television, 18%
growth at Outdoor and an increase in Parks/Publishing to $23 million from $9 million in the fourth
quarter of 2004, partially offset by an 11% decrease at Radio, from the same prior-year period. Fourth
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quarter of 2005 pro forma net earnings from continuing operations, assuming the separation occurred on
January 1, 2005 and excluding impairment charges, was $311 million or $.41 per diluted share.
Excluding the charges, as reported net earnings from continuing operations of $266 million, or $.17 per
diluted share, compared with net earnings from continuing operations of $361 million, or $.21 per diluted
share, in the fourth quarter of 2004. Income tax expense increased by $120 million to $215 million due
primarily to the resolution of certain income tax audits in 2004.
Full year 2005 revenues of $14.54 billion were relatively flat compared with $14.55 billion in 2004.
Revenues reflected a 2% increase in advertising revenues led by growth in the Television, Radio and
Outdoor segments offset by a decline in television license fees. Excluding the charges, full year 2005
operating income of $2.7 billion decreased 6%, with Television and Radio down 9% and 3%,
respectively, partially offset by increases at Outdoor and Parks/Publishing. Full year 2005 pro forma net
earnings from continuing operations was $1.3 billion or $1.59 per diluted share. Excluding the charges,
as reported net earnings from continuing operations of $1.2 billion, or $.73 per diluted share, compared
with net earnings from continuing operations of $1.5 billion, or $.87 per diluted share, in 2004. Income
tax expense increased by $113 million to $833 million due primarily to the resolution of certain income
tax audits in 2004.
For the full year 2005, CBS Corp.’s free cash flow increased 10% to $1.5 billion from $1.4 billion in
2004, reflecting improvements in working capital, partially offset by higher cash taxes and capital
expenditures, as well as lower earnings excluding the non-cash impairment charges. Results in 2004
reflected a tax benefit from the resolution of certain income tax audits, which reduced cash taxes paid in
2004. Free cash flow reflected the Company’s net cash flow from operating activities of $3.5 billion less
capital expenditures of $376 million and operating cash flow from discontinued operations of $1.6 billion.
During the fourth quarter of 2005, prior to the separation, the annual impairment test was conducted for
all reporting units in accordance with SFAS No. 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.” The
analysis resulted in a non-cash impairment charge of $9.5 billion, or $5.99 per diluted share, to reduce the
carrying amount of Television and Radio goodwill to their respective estimated fair values. After the
impairment charge, CBS Corp.’s combined goodwill and intangible asset balance, substantially all of
which was established as a result of the 2000 Viacom/CBS merger, was approximately $29 billion. In
2004, the Company recorded a non-cash impairment charge of $18.0 billion, or $10.43 per diluted share,
pursuant to its annual impairment test under SFAS 142. In addition, during the fourth quarter of 2005, the
Company recorded a non-cash impairment charge to reflect the market value of certain Radio
investments.
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As a result of the non-cash impairment charges, CBS Corp. reported an operating loss of $8.8 billion
versus an operating loss of $17.4 billion for the fourth quarter of 2004. Net loss from continuing
operations was $9.2 billion, or a loss of $6.07 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2005 compared
with a net loss from continuing operations of $17.5 billion, or a loss of $10.45 per diluted share, for the
same prior-year period. For the full year, the Company reported an operating loss of $6.8 billion versus
an operating loss of $15.2 billion in 2004. Net loss from continuing operations in 2005 was $8.3 billion,
or a loss of $5.27 per diluted share, compared with a net loss from continuing operations of $16.4 billion,
or a loss of $9.56 per diluted share, for 2004. Reconciliations of all non-GAAP and pro forma measures
to reported results have been included on pages 12-17 of this earnings release.
The following table presents the Company’s 2005 reported operating loss, net loss from continuing
operations and per share results adjusted to exclude the impact of the non-cash impairment charges and
reflecting pro forma adjustments for corporate expenses, interest, income taxes and weighted average
shares outstanding, assuming the separation occurred on January 1, 2005.
Pro Forma Reconciliation
(Amounts in millions, except per share amounts) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, 2005 December 31, 2005
$ (8,837.2) $ (6,817.9)
Operating loss
Adjustments:
Goodwill impairment charge 9,484.4 9,484.4
Corporate expenses 5.1 (10.5)
$ 652.3 $ 2,656.0
Pro forma operating income
$ (9,240.0) $ (8,321.8)
Net loss from continuing operations
Adjustments:
Goodwill impairment charge 9,484.4 9,484.4
Corporate expenses 5.1 (10.5)
Interest expense 69.3 175.7
Net impairment charge on investments 62.1 24.0
Provision for income taxes (70.1) (91.1)
$ 310.8 $ 1,260.7
Pro forma net earnings from continuing operations
$ .41 $ 1.59
Pro forma diluted EPS
764.9 793.9
Pro forma diluted weighted average shares outstanding
“I am very pleased that the separation is completed, and we start the new year with clear decks and
tremendous focus and energy,” said Leslie Moonves. “Since the split, we announced a 14% increase in
our dividend to demonstrate our confidence in our ability to generate strong free cash flow, a measure
which showed double-digit growth for us during 2005. We also created a new broadcast television
network – The CW – to appeal to valuable young demographics, acquired College Sports Television
Networks to expand our holdings in the growing world of college sports, and announced our intention
to divest Paramount Parks, a well run, terrific business that does not have a strong strategic fit with our
4. 4
content businesses. We have also taken solid steps to extend our enormously valuable, world-class
content on new platforms, including a partnership with Google to provide content on its VOD services.
I look forward to the results of these initiatives – and the many that will follow – as we build upon the
new CBS Corporation’s position at the forefront of media content creation and distribution. Looking
forward, our objective is to deliver solid growth in key measures, particularly in operating income and
earnings per share. Our most important goal will be to be the best in every business in which we take
part, and to return the benefits of our performance and growth to our stockholders.”
Business Outlook
In 2006, the Company expects to deliver low single-digit growth in revenues and mid single-digit
growth in operating income and earnings per share. The Company’s 2006 business outlook excludes
the impact of expensing stock options resulting from the Company’s adoption of SFAS 123R, “Share-
Based Payment” effective January 1, 2006, and is based on 2005 revenues of $14.5 billion, pro forma
operating income of $2.7 billion and $1.59 per diluted share from continuing operations. Pro forma
results are adjusted for the separation and exclude the 2005 impairment charges.
Consolidated and Segment Results
The Company’s reportable segments are as follows: (i) Television, (ii) Radio, (iii) Outdoor, and (iv)
Parks/Publishing, an “all other” category. Unless otherwise noted, the discussions of consolidated and
segment results below exclude the impact of SFAS 142 non-cash impairment charges of $9.5 billion
reflected in Television ($6.4 billion) and Radio ($3.1 billion) for the three and twelve months ended
December 31, 2005 and $18.0 billion reflected in Radio ($10.9 billion) and Outdoor ($7.1 billion) for the
three and twelve months ended December 31, 2004. A reconciliation of operating income excluding the
charges to reported operating income (loss) has been provided on page 15 of this earnings release.
For 2005, advertising sales represented over 70% of consolidated revenues and are generated from the
Company’s Television, Radio and Outdoor segments. Television license fees and affiliate fees are
generated from the Television segment and represented approximately 9% and 7%, respectively, of
consolidated revenues in 2005. Publishing revenues represented 5%, and Parks revenues represented 3%
of consolidated revenues. Other revenues totaled 4% of 2005 revenues and primarily included home
entertainment revenues from television and cable product sales, and royalties and fees.
5. 5
The tables below present the Company’s revenues and operating income, excluding the non-cash impairment
charges from 2005 and 2004 recorded pursuant to SFAS 142 for the three and twelve months ended
December 31, 2005 and 2004.
(Dollars in millions) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, Better/ December 31, Better/
Revenues 2005 2004 (Worse)% 2005 2004 (Worse)%
Television $ 2,491.0 $2,456.9 1% $ 9,325.2 $ 9,448.5 (1)%
Radio 543.5 550.4 (1) 2,114.8 2,096.1 1
Outdoor 527.4 514.2 3 1,949.3 1,880.2 4
Parks/Publishing 276.3 240.7 15 1,187.1 1,160.8 2
Eliminations (10.1) (13.4) 25 (40.0) (38.3) (4)
⎯%
$ 3,828.1 $3,748.8 2% $ 14,536.4 $ 14,547.3
Total Revenues
(Dollars in millions) Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, Better/ December 31, Better/
Operating Income, excluding charges 2005 2004 (Worse)% 2005 2004 (Worse)%
Television $ 394.2 $ 363.3 9% $ 1,645.9 $ 1,807.5 (9)%
Radio 205.3 230.7 (11) 892.9 918.3 (3)
Outdoor 96.4 81.8 18 260.5 230.8 13
Parks/Publishing 23.2 9.1 n/m 117.6 111.2 6
Corporate expenses (42.2) (29.8) (42) (131.7) (111.4) (18)
Residual costs (29.7) (28.4) (5) (118.7) (113.8) (4)
$ 647.2 $ 626.7 3% $ 2,666.5 $ 2,842.6 (6)%
Total OI, excluding charges
n/m – not meaningful
Television (CBS and UPN Television Networks and Stations; Television Production and Syndication and
Showtime Networks Inc.)
For the quarter, Television revenues increased 1% to $2.5 billion reflecting 3% growth in advertising
revenues partially offset by lower television license revenues. Advertising revenues increased 6% at
CBS/UPN Networks principally due to primetime and sports. Television license revenues decreased 5%
due to lower network revenues. Operating income, excluding the charge, increased 9% to $394 million
from $363 million principally due to higher revenues, lower programming and production costs and a gain
of $25 million from the sale of a building in Chicago, partially offset by $21 million of restructuring costs
and losses incurred as a result of Hurricane Katrina.
For the year, Television revenues decreased 1% to $9.3 billion as 2% growth in advertising revenues was
more than offset by lower television license revenues. Advertising revenues increased 4% at CBS/UPN
Networks principally due to growth in primetime. The Stations group advertising revenues decreased 2%
reflecting lower political advertising spending and the absence of the Super Bowl. Television license
revenues decreased 21% as current year available titles did not match prior year contributions from Star
Trek: Deep Space Nine, Frasier and Hollywood Squares. Affiliate fees at Showtime Networks increased
2%. Operating income, excluding the charge, decreased 9% to $1.6 billion in 2005 from $1.8 billion
6. 6
principally due to lower revenues. Television operating income, excluding the charge, as a percentage of
revenues was 18% in 2005 versus 19% in 2004.
Radio (Radio Stations)
For the quarter, Radio revenues decreased 1% to $544 million from $550 million. Operating income,
excluding the charges, decreased 11% to $205 million. In addition to the slight revenue decrease, the
decrease in operating income was principally due to the fact that the Company realized a gain in 2004
from the sale of one of its stations.
For the year, Radio revenues increased 1% to $2.11 billion from $2.10 billion, principally reflecting
modest growth in local advertising. Advertising revenues from Radio’s top 20 markets grew 2%. Total
expenses increased 4% primarily as a result of higher programming and employee-related expenses.
Operating income, excluding the charges in 2005 and 2004, was $893 million compared with $918
million, a decrease of 3%. Radio’s operating income, excluding the charges, as a percentage of revenues
was 42% in 2005 and 44% in 2004.
Outdoor (Outdoor Advertising Properties)
For the quarter, Outdoor revenues increased 3% to $527 million from $514 million primarily reflecting a
5% increase in revenues from North American properties. North American properties delivered 3%
growth in U.S. billboards and display revenues, 19% growth in Canada and 23% growth in Mexico. In
constant dollars, Outdoor revenues increased 5% from the same prior-year period. Operating income,
excluding the charge in 2004, increased 18% to $96 million from $82 million reflecting higher revenues.
Outdoor’s fourth quarter results were negatively impacted by $16 million due to the hurricanes.
For the year, Outdoor revenues increased 4% to $1.9 billion reflecting a 6% increase in revenues from
North American properties. Operating income, excluding the charge in 2004, increased 13% to $261
million from $231 million in 2004, principally driven by higher revenues and lower depreciation expense.
Outdoor’s full year results were negatively impacted by $28 million due to hurricanes. Operating income,
excluding the charge, as a percentage of revenues was 13% in 2005 and 12% in 2004.
7. 7
Parks/Publishing (Paramount Parks and Simon & Schuster)
For the quarter, Parks/Publishing revenues increased $36 million or 15% to $276 million reflecting 12%
higher Publishing revenues and 32% higher Parks revenues compared to the same prior-year period.
Publishing revenues benefited from the strength of fourth quarter titles. Parks revenue growth primarily
reflected fourth quarter winter events held at the parks. Parks/Publishing operating income of $23 million
increased from $9 million in the fourth quarter of 2004.
For the year, Parks/Publishing revenues increased 2% to $1.2 billion reflecting 3% growth in Parks
revenues and 2% growth in Publishing revenues. Parks revenue growth reflected higher attendance and
increased per capita spending. Publishing’s 2005 top-selling Adult titles included 1776 by David
McCullough, Love Smart by Dr. Philip C. McGraw and Teacher Man by Frank McCourt. The Children’s
division delivered 5% growth in 2005. Parks/Publishing operating income for 2005 of $118 million
increased 6% from $111 million in 2004.
Corporate Expenses
For the quarter, Corporate expenses increased 42% to $42 million from $30 million primarily due to
costs associated with the separation. For the year, expenses increased 18% to $132 million from $111
million due to transition costs and professional fees primarily related to the separation. Corporate
expenses excluded the corporate overhead and certain transaction costs that were allocated to Viacom
Inc. The corporate overhead allocation was based on the specific identification of costs, assets and
liabilities and other allocations where specific identification was not available.
Residual Costs
Residual costs primarily include pension and postretirement benefit costs for benefit plans retained by the
Company for previously divested businesses. For the quarter, residual costs increased to $30 million
versus $28 million in the same prior-year period. For the year, residual costs increased to $119 million
from $114 million in 2004.
Other Items, Net
For the fourth quarter of 2005, other items, net reflected a net loss of $26.7 million due primarily to
the non-cash impairment charge to reflect the market value of certain cost investments, partially
offset by foreign exchange gains.
8. 8
Provision for Income Taxes
For the fourth quarter, the Company’s effective income tax rate, excluding the charges, of 45.3% in 2005
compared with 21.1% in 2004. For the full year, the Company’s effective income tax rate, excluding the
charges, of 42.2% in 2005 compared with 32.8% for the full year 2004. The effective tax rates for 2004
reflected the resolution of certain income tax audits.
Equity in Earnings (Loss) of Affiliated Companies, Net of Tax
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies, net of tax reflects the operating results of the Company’s
equity investments and any impairment of such investments. For the fourth quarter, the Company
reflected a loss of $14.8 million in 2005 and earnings of $4.7 million in 2004. For the full year, the
Company reflected a loss of $1.5 million for 2005 and earnings of $19.2 million for 2004.
Discontinued Operations
Net earnings from discontinued operations for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2005 and
2004 included the results of Viacom Inc. (Cable Networks and Paramount Pictures), and prior to its
disposition on July 22, 2005, the results of Famous Players. For 2004, Blockbuster Inc. results were also
included.
Cumulative Effect of Change in Accounting Principle
Effective December 31, 2004, the Company early adopted Emerging Issues Task Force Topic No. D-108
“Use of Residual Method to Value Acquired Assets Other than Goodwill” (“D-108”). As a result of the
adoption, the Company recorded a charge of $2.2 billion ($1.3 billion net of tax), or $.77 per diluted share
for 2004, to reduce the intangible balances attributable to its television stations’ FCC licenses.
Stock Purchase Program
For the twelve months ended December 31, 2005, on a trade date basis, the Company spent
approximately $5.5 billion under its $8.0 billion stock purchase program, with cumulative spending from
inception through December 31, 2005 of $7.4 billion.
9. 9
CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) is a mass media company with constituent parts that reach back
to the beginnings of the broadcast industry, as well as newer businesses that operate on the leading edge of
the media industry. The Company, through its many and varied operations, combines broad reach with
well-positioned local businesses, all of which provide it with an extensive distribution network by which it
serves audiences and advertisers in all 50 states and key international markets. It has operations in virtually
every field of media and entertainment, including broadcast television (CBS and UPN), cable television
(Showtime), local television (CBS Television Stations), television production and syndication (CBS
Paramount Television and King World), radio (CBS Radio), advertising on out-of-home media (CBS
Outdoor), publishing (Simon & Schuster), theme parks (Paramount Parks), digital media (CBS Digital
Media Group and CSTV Networks) and consumer products (CBS Consumer Products). For more
information, log on to www.cbscorporation.com.
10. 10
Cautionary Statement Concerning Forward-looking Statements
This news release contains both historical and forward-looking statements. All statements, including
Business Outlook, other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking
statements within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and section 21E of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are not based on historical facts, but rather
reflect the Company’s current expectations concerning future results and events. Similarly, statements that
describe our objectives, plans or goals are or may be forward-looking statements. These forward-looking
statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors that are difficult to predict
and which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to be different from
any future results, performance and achievements expressed or implied by these statements. These risks,
uncertainties and other factors include, among others: advertising market conditions generally; changes in
the public acceptance of the Company’s programming; changes in technology and its effect on competition
in the Company’s markets; whether the Company will achieve results anticipated by the separation;
changes in the Federal Communications laws and regulations; the impact of piracy on the Company’s
products; the impact of consolidation in the market for the Company’s programming; other domestic and
global economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors affecting the Company’s businesses
generally; and other factors described in the Company’s news releases and filings with the Securities and
Exchange Commission including but not limited to the Company’s Form 10-K for the period ended
December 31, 2004. The forward-looking statements included in this document are made only as of the
date of this document, and, under section 27A of the Securities Act and section 21E of the Exchange Act, we
do not have any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events
or circumstances.
Contacts:
Press: Investors:
Gil Schwartz Martin Shea
Executive Vice President, Corporate Communications Executive Vice President, Investor Relations
(212) 975-2121 (212) 975-8571
gdschwartz@cbs.com marty.shea@cbs.com
Dana L. McClintock Debra King
Senior Vice President, Corporate Communications Vice President, Investor Relations
(212) 975-1077 (212) 975-3718
dlmcclintock@cbs.com debra.king@cbs.com
11. 11
CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited; all amounts, except per share amounts, are in millions)
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, December 31,
2005 2004 2005 2004
$ 3,828.1 $ 3,748.8 $ 14,536.4 $ 14,547.3
Revenues
Operating loss (8,837.2) (17,370.4) (6,817.9) (15,154.5)
Interest expense (195.9) (173.1) (720.5) (694.0)
Interest income 9.7 8.3 21.4 21.8
Other items, net (26.7) (9.2) 5.3 25.1
(9,050.1) (17,544.4) (7,511.7) (15,801.6)
Loss before income taxes
(Provision) benefit for income taxes (174.9) 15.9 (808.1) (608.9)
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies, net of tax (14.8) 4.7 (1.5) 19.2
Minority interest, net of tax (.2) (.7) (.5) (.6)
(9,240.0) (17,524.5) (8,321.8) (16,391.9)
Net loss from continuing operations
Net earnings from discontinued operations 103.6 398.0 1,232.7 242.1
Net loss before cumulative effect of change in accounting
(9,136.4) (17,126.5) (7,089.1) (16,149.8)
principle, net of minority interest and tax
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle, net of
⎯ ⎯
minority interest and tax (1,312.4) (1,312.4)
$ (9,136.4) $(18,438.9) $ (7,089.1) $ (17,462.2)
Net loss
Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per common share:
Net loss from continuing operations $ (6.07) $ (10.45) $ (5.27) $ (9.56)
Net earnings from discontinued operations $ .07 $ .24 $ .78 $ .14
Net loss before cumulative effect of change in
accounting principle $ (6.00) $ (10.21) $ (4.49) $ (9.42)
⎯ ⎯
Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle $ (.78) $ (.77)
$ $
Net loss $ (6.00) $ (10.99) $ (4.49) $ (10.19)
Basic and diluted weighted average number of common
1,523.3 1,677.1 1,579.4 1,714.4
shares outstanding
$ .07 $ .07 $ .28 $ .25
Dividends per common share
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions)
The following tables set forth the Company’s Operating Income before Depreciation and Amortization for the three
and twelve months ended December 31, 2005 and 2004. The Company defines “Operating Income before
Depreciation and Amortization” (“OIBDA”) as net earnings (loss) adjusted to exclude the following line items
presented in its Statement of Operations: Cumulative effect of change in accounting principle, net of minority interest
and tax; Net earnings from discontinued operations; Minority interest, net of tax; Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated
companies, net of tax; (Provision) benefit for income taxes; Other items, net; Interest income; Interest expense; and
Depreciation and amortization.
The Company uses OIBDA, among other things, to evaluate the Company’s operating performance, to value
prospective acquisitions and as one of several components of incentive compensation targets for certain management
personnel, and this measure is among the primary measures used by management for planning and forecasting of
future periods. This measure is an important indicator of the Company’s operational strength and performance of its
business because it provides a link between profitability and operating cash flow. The Company believes the
presentation of this measure is relevant and useful for investors because it allows investors to view performance in a
manner similar to the method used by the Company’s management, helps improve their ability to understand the
Company’s operating performance and makes it easier to compare the Company’s results with other companies that
have different financing and capital structures or tax rates. In addition, this measure is also among the primary
measures used externally by the Company's investors, analysts and peers in its industry for purposes of valuation and
comparing the operating performance of the Company to other companies in its industry.
Since OIBDA is not a measure of performance calculated in accordance with GAAP, it should not be considered in
isolation of, or as a substitute for, net earnings (loss) as an indicator of operating performance. OIBDA, as the
Company calculates it, may not be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. In addition,
this measure does not necessarily represent funds available for discretionary use, and is not necessarily a measure of
the Company’s ability to fund its cash needs. As OIBDA excludes certain financial information compared with net
earnings (loss), the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, users of this financial information should
consider the types of events and transactions which are excluded. As required by the SEC, the Company provides
below reconciliations of Total OIBDA to net loss and OIBDA for each segment to such segment’s operating income,
the most directly comparable amounts reported under GAAP.
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION (continued)
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions)
Three Months Ended December 31, 2005
OIBDA Depreciation Operating
Charges(a)
excluding charges OIBDA and Amortization Income (Loss)
Television $ 444.2 $ (6,437.4) $ (5,993.2) $ (50.0) $ (6,043.2)
Radio 214.7 (3,047.0) (2,832.3) (9.4) (2,841.7)
⎯
Outdoor 147.5 147.5 (51.1) 96.4
⎯
Parks/Publishing 40.5 40.5 (17.3) 23.2
⎯
Corporate expenses (38.5) (38.5) (3.7) (42.2)
⎯ ⎯
Residual costs (29.7) (29.7) (29.7)
$ 778.7 $ (9,484.4) $ (8,705.7) $ (131.5) $ (8,837.2)
Total
Three Months Ended December 31, 2004
OIBDA Depreciation Operating
Charges(a)
excluding charges OIBDA and Amortization Income (Loss)
⎯
Television $ 407.7 $ 407.7 $ (44.4) $ 363.3
$
Radio 238.0 (10,941.8) (10,703.8) (7.3) (10,711.1)
Outdoor 137.4 (7,055.3) (6,917.9) (55.6) (6,973.5)
⎯
Parks/Publishing 25.3 25.3 (16.2) 9.1
⎯
Corporate expenses (26.5) (26.5) (3.3) (29.8)
⎯ ⎯
Residual costs (28.4) (28.4) (28.4)
$ 753.5 $ (17,997.1) $ (17,243.6) $ (126.8) $ (17,370.4)
Total
(a) Represents non-cash impairment charges to reduce goodwill and other intangibles.
Three Months Ended December 31,
2005 2004
Total operating loss before depreciation & amortization $ (8,705.7) $ (17,243.6)
Depreciation and amortization (131.5) (126.8)
Operating loss (8,837.2) (17,370.4)
Interest expense (195.9) (173.1)
Interest income 9.7 8.3
Other items, net (26.7) (9.2)
Loss before income taxes (9,050.1) (17,544.4)
(Provision) benefit for income taxes (174.9) 15.9
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies, net of tax (14.8) 4.7
Minority interest, net of tax (.2) (.7)
Net loss from continuing operations (9,240.0) (17,524.5)
Net earnings from discontinued operations 103.6 398.0
⎯
Cumulative effect of accounting change, net of minority interest and tax (1,312.4)
$ (9,136.4) $ (18,438.9)
Net loss
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION (continued)
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions)
Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2005
OIBDA Depreciation Operating
Charges(a)
excluding charges OIBDA and Amortization Income (Loss)
Television $ 1,824.7 $ (6,437.4) $ (4,612.7) $ (178.8) $ (4,791.5)
Radio 925.0 (3,047.0) (2,122.0) (32.1) (2,154.1)
⎯
Outdoor 469.9 469.9 (209.4) 260.5
⎯
Parks/Publishing 184.8 184.8 (67.2) 117.6
⎯
Corporate expenses (120.5) (120.5) (11.2) (131.7)
⎯ ⎯
Residual costs (118.7) (118.7) (118.7)
$ 3,165.2 $ (9,484.4) $ (6,319.2) $ (498.7) $ (6,817.9)
Total
Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2004
OIBDA Depreciation Operating
Charges(a)
excluding charges OIBDA and Amortization Income (Loss)
⎯
Television $ 1,981.2 $ 1,981.2 $ (173.7) $ 1,807.5
$
Radio 948.2 (10,941.8) (9,993.6) (29.9) (10,023.5)
Outdoor 453.9 (7,055.3) (6,601.4) (223.1) (6,824.5)
⎯
Parks/Publishing 180.2 180.2 (69.0) 111.2
⎯
Corporate expenses (98.5) (98.5) (12.9) (111.4)
⎯ ⎯
Residual costs (113.8) (113.8) (113.8)
$ 3,351.2 $ (17,997.1) $ (14,645.9) $ (508.6) $ (15,154.5)
Total
(a) Represents non-cash impairment charges to reduce goodwill and other intangibles.
Twelve Months Ended December 31,
2005 2004
Total operating loss before depreciation & amortization $ (6,319.2) $ (14,645.9)
Depreciation and amortization (498.7) (508.6)
Operating loss (6,817.9) (15,154.5)
Interest expense (720.5) (694.0)
Interest income 21.4 21.8
Other items, net 5.3 25.1
Loss before income taxes (7,511.7) (15,801.6)
Provision for income taxes (808.1) (608.9)
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies, net of tax (1.5) 19.2
Minority interest, net of tax (.5) (.6)
Net loss from continuing operations (8,321.8) (16,391.9)
Net earnings from discontinued operations 1,232.7 242.1
⎯
Cumulative effect of accounting change, net of minority interest and tax (1,312.4)
$ (7,089.1) $ (17,462.2)
Net loss
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION (continued)
(Unaudited; all amounts, except per share amounts, are in millions)
The Company believes that adjusting its financial results for certain items provides investors with a clearer perspective on the
current underlying financial performance of the Company. The exclusion of the impairment charge also facilitates period-to-
period comparability of the Company’s results. The following table reconciles operating income for the Television, Radio and
Outdoor segments and total Company, excluding the impact of the 2005 and 2004 impairment charges to reported operating
income (loss) for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2005 and 2004.
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, Better/ December 31, Better/
2005 2004 (Worse)% 2005 2004 (Worse)%
Television:
Operating income, excluding charge $ 394.2 $ 363.3 9% $ 1,645.9 $ 1,807.5 (9)%
⎯ ⎯
Non-cash impairment charge (6,437.4) n/m (6,437.4) n/m
Operating income (loss) $ (6,043.2) $ 363.3 n/m $ (4,791.5) $ 1,807.5 n/m
Radio:
Operating income, excluding charges $ 205.3 $ 230.7 (11)% $ 892.9 $ 918.3 (3)%
Non-cash impairment charges (3,047.0) (10,941.8) n/m (3,047.0) (10,941.8) n/m
Operating loss $ (2,841.7) $ (10,711.1) n/m $ (2,154.1) $(10,023.5) n/m
Outdoor:
Operating income, excluding charge $ 96.4 $ 81.8 18% $ 260.5 $ 230.8 13%
⎯ ⎯
Non-cash impairment charge (7,055.3) n/m (7,055.3) n/m
Operating income (loss) $ 96.4 $ (6,973.5) n/m $ 260.5 $ (6,824.5) n/m
Total Company:
Operating income, excluding charges $ 647.2 $ 626.7 3% $ 2,666.5 $ 2,842.6 (6)%
Non-cash impairment charges (9,484.4) (17,997.1) n/m (9,484.4) (17,997.1) n/m
Operating loss $ (8,837.2) $ (17,370.4) n/m $ (6,817.9) $ (15,154.5) n/m
The following table reconciles certain non-GAAP financial measures to reported financial measures included in this earnings
release.
Three Months Ended Twelve Months Ended
December 31, Better/ December 31, Better/
2005 2004 (Worse)% 2005 2004 (Worse)%
Adjusted net earnings from continuing operations $ 266.1 $ 361.1 (26)% $ 1,161.4 $ 1,493.7 (22)%
Adjustments to reconcile to net earnings
from continuing operations:
Goodwill impairment charge, net of tax (9,460.5) (17,885.6) n/m (9,460.5) (17,885.6) n/m
⎯ ⎯
Net impairment charge on investments, net of tax (45.6) n/m (22.7) n/m
Net loss from continuing operations $(9,240.0) $ (17,524.5) n/m $ (8,321.8) $ (16,391.9) n/m
Reconciliation of adjusted EPS to EPS
from continuing operations:
Adjusted net earnings from continuing operations
per diluted share $ .17 $ .21 (19)% $ .73 $ .87 (16)%
Goodwill impairment charge, net of tax $ (6.21) $ (10.66) n/m $ (5.99) $ (10.43) n/m
⎯ ⎯
Net impairment charge on investments, net of tax $ (.03) n/m $ (.01) n/m
$ $
Net loss from continuing operations per diluted share $ (6.07) $ (10.45) n/m $ (5.27) $ (9.56) n/m
n/m – not meaningful
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION (continued)
(Unaudited; all amounts, except per share amounts, are in millions)
The following tables reconcile pro forma financial measures to reported financial measures included in this earnings release. The Company believes
that adjusting its financial results for certain items provides investors with a clearer perspective on the current underlying financial performance of the
Company. Also presented below is the Company’s business outlook for 2006, which is based on pro forma results for 2005. The Company’s 2006
business outlook does not include the impact of expensing stock options in accordance with SFAS 123R.
Three Months Ended December 31, 2005
2005 Impairment Separation 2005
Reported Charges Adjustments Pro forma
$⎯ ⎯
$ 3,828.1 $ 3,828.1
Revenues $
5.1(1)
Operating income (loss) (8,837.2) 9,484.4 652.3
⎯ 69.3(2)
Interest expense (195.9) (126.6)
⎯ ⎯
Interest income 9.7 9.7
⎯
Other items, net (26.7) 41.4 14.7
(9,050.1) 9,525.8 74.4 550.1
Earnings (loss) before income taxes
(174.9)(5) (40.4)(5) (29.7)(3)
Provision for income taxes (245.0)
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies,
⎯
net of tax (14.8) 20.7 5.9
⎯ ⎯
Minority interest, net of tax (.2) (.2)
Net earnings (loss) from continuing
$ (9,240.0) $ 9,506.1 $ 44.7 $ 310.8
operations
$ (6.07) $ 6.24 n/m $ .41
Diluted EPS from continuing operations
Diluted weighted average number of
(758.4)(4)
1,523.3 1,523.3 764.9
common shares outstanding
Twelve Months Ended December 31, 2005
2005 Impairment Separation 2005 2006
Reported Charges Adjustments Pro forma Business Outlook
⎯ ⎯
$14,536.4 $ 14,536.4 Low Single –Digit
Revenues $ $
(10.5)(1)
Operating income (loss) (6,817.9) 9,484.4 2,656.0 Mid Single–Digit
⎯ 175.7(2)
Interest expense (720.5) (544.8)
⎯ ⎯
Interest income 21.4 21.4
⎯
Other items, net 5.3 3.3 8.6
(7,511.7) 9,487.7 165.2 2,141.2
Earnings (loss) before income taxes
(808.1)(5) (25.2)(5) (65.9)(3)
Provision for income taxes (899.2)
Equity in earnings (loss) of affiliated companies,
⎯
net of tax (1.5) 20.7 19.2
⎯ ⎯
Minority interest, net of tax (.5) (.5)
Net earnings (loss) from continuing
$(8,321.8) $ 9,483.2 $ 99.3 $ 1,260.7
operations
$ (5.27) $ 6.00 n/m $ 1.59 Mid Single–Digit
Diluted EPS from continuing operations
Diluted weighted average number of
(785.5)(4)
1,579.4 1,579.4 793.9
common shares outstanding
Separation adjustments reflect the following pro forma adjustments: (1) additional corporate expenses as a result of the separation; (2) interest
savings from lower debt level resulting from the separation; (3) tax effect of pro forma adjustments; (4) reduction in shares outstanding from the
conversion of stock resulting from the separation.
Provision for income taxes: (5) Excluding the impairment charges, the tax provision of $215.3 million for the fourth quarter of 2005 increased $119.8
million over the prior period. Full year 2005 income tax provision, excluding the charges, of $833.3 million increased $113.0 million.
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CBS CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES REGARDING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL INFORMATION
(Unaudited; Dollars in millions)
Free cash flow reflects the Company’s net cash flow from operating activities less capital expenditures and operating
cash flow of discontinued operations. The Company uses free cash flow, among other measures, to evaluate its
operating performance. Management believes free cash flow provides investors with an important perspective on the
cash available to service debt, make strategic acquisitions and investments, maintain its capital assets, satisfy its tax
obligations and fund ongoing operations and working capital needs. As a result, free cash flow is a significant
measure of the Company’s ability to generate long term value. It is useful for investors to know whether this ability is
being enhanced or degraded as a result of the Company’s operating performance. The Company believes the
presentation of free cash flow is relevant and useful for investors because it allows investors to view performance in a
manner similar to the method used by management. In addition, free cash flow is also a primary measure used
externally by the Company’s investors, analysts and peers in its industry for purposes of valuation and comparing the
operating performance of the Company to other companies in its industry.
As free cash flow is not a measure of performance calculated in accordance with GAAP, free cash flow should not be
considered in isolation of, or as a substitute for, net earnings (loss) as an indicator of operating performance or net cash
flow provided by operating activities as a measure of liquidity. Free cash flow, as the Company calculates it, may not
be comparable to similarly titled measures employed by other companies. In addition, free cash flow does not
necessarily represent funds available for discretionary use and is not necessarily a measure of the Company’s ability to
fund its cash needs. As free cash flow deducts capital expenditures from net cash flow provided by operating
activities, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, users of this financial information should consider
the types of events and transactions which are not reflected. The Company provides below a reconciliation of free
cash flow to the most directly comparable amount reported under GAAP, net cash flow provided by operating
activities.
The following table presents a reconciliation of the Company’s net cash flow provided by operating activities to free
cash flow:
Twelve Months Ended
December 31,
2005 2004
Net cash flow provided by operating activities $ 3,537.0 $ 3,640.6
Less capital expenditures 375.6 262.2
Less operating cash flow of discontinued operations 1,627.4 1,989.9
Free cash flow $ 1,534.0 $ 1,388.5
The following table presents a summary of the Company’s cash flows:
Twelve Months Ended
December 31,
2005 2004
Net cash flow provided by operating activities $ 3,537.0 $ 3,640.6
Net cash flow provided by (used for)
investing activities $ 4,767.8 $ (533.7)
Net cash flow used for financing activities $ (7,577.7) $ (3,029.4)