- eBay reported record Q4 2004 financial results, with net revenues of $935.8 million, up 44% year-over-year. Net income was $205.4 million, or $0.30 per diluted share.
- For the full year 2004, eBay generated net revenues of $3.27 billion, up 51% from 2003. Net income increased 76% to $778.2 million.
- eBay also announced a two-for-one stock split to take effect in February 2005.
eBay reported record quarterly financial results for Q4 2002, with net revenues of $413.9 million, a 122% increase in transaction revenues, and GAAP and pro forma diluted EPS of $0.28. The company also raised its guidance for 2003, expecting net revenues of up to $1.9 billion and pro forma EPS of up to $1.27. Key metrics like active users and gross merchandise sales also reached record highs. Meg Whitman, eBay's President and CEO, attributed the strong results to the success of eBay's community and commitment to business excellence.
- eBay reported record quarterly net revenues of $219.4 million, a 64% increase over the previous year, and record pro forma EPS of $0.14.
- For the full year, eBay generated net revenues of $748.8 million, a 74% increase, and pro forma EPS of $0.49, representing 133% growth over the previous year.
- eBay exceeded expectations for the quarter with strong holiday sales, international growth, contributions from eBay Motors and Payments, and third party advertising revenues.
eBay reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2005, with net revenues of $1.032 billion (up 36% year-over-year). Key metrics like registered users, listings, and gross merchandise volume also grew substantially compared to the prior year. The company exceeded guidance for the quarter. Based on the strong results, eBay raised its financial guidance for 2005, expecting full-year net revenues between $4.27 and $4.36 billion.
eBay reported record financial results for Q4 2005 and full year 2005. Some key highlights:
- Q4 2005 net revenues reached $1.329 billion, a 42% increase over Q4 2004.
- Full year 2005 net revenues were $4.552 billion, a 39% increase over 2004.
- Q4 2005 earnings per share were $0.20 (GAAP) and $0.24 (pro forma), exceeding guidance.
- For 2006, eBay expects net revenues between $5.7-5.9 billion and earnings per share of $0.65-0.71 (GAAP) and $0.96-1.01 (pro forma).
eBay reported record financial results for Q4 2003, with net revenues of $648 million, up 57% year-over-year. Net income was $142.5 million, or $0.21 per share. For the full year, net revenues were $2.17 billion, up 78%, and net income was $441.8 million, or $0.67 per share. eBay also provided guidance for 2004, estimating net revenues of up to $3 billion and GAAP EPS of up to $0.99.
eBay reported record financial results for Q3 2004, with net revenues of $805.9 million (up 52% year-over-year). Key metrics like active users, listings, and gross merchandise volume also grew substantially. eBay exceeded its guidance and raised full-year 2004 guidance. Meg Whitman, CEO, attributed the strong results to an active user community and strong demand.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q1 2004 with net revenues of $756.2 million, up 59% year-over-year. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.30 and pro forma diluted EPS was $0.31, exceeding guidance.
- Key metrics like registered users, listings, GMS and payments volume all reached record highs. International and payments revenues grew the most at 87% and 67% respectively.
- Based on the strong Q1 results, eBay raised its full year 2004 guidance for net revenues to as high as $3.15 billion and GAAP/pro forma EPS to $1.06/$1.13, increases of $150 million and $0.07-$
eBay reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2003, with net revenues of $476.5 million, a 94% increase from the previous year. Net income was $104.2 million, or $0.32 per diluted share. The company also raised its guidance for 2003, now estimating net revenues of up to $2.05 billion and earnings per share of up to $1.27. Key drivers of growth included a 71% increase in gross merchandise sales to $5.32 billion and strong performance from eBay's US and international businesses as well as from PayPal.
eBay reported record quarterly financial results for Q4 2002, with net revenues of $413.9 million, a 122% increase in transaction revenues, and GAAP and pro forma diluted EPS of $0.28. The company also raised its guidance for 2003, expecting net revenues of up to $1.9 billion and pro forma EPS of up to $1.27. Key metrics like active users and gross merchandise sales also reached record highs. Meg Whitman, eBay's President and CEO, attributed the strong results to the success of eBay's community and commitment to business excellence.
- eBay reported record quarterly net revenues of $219.4 million, a 64% increase over the previous year, and record pro forma EPS of $0.14.
- For the full year, eBay generated net revenues of $748.8 million, a 74% increase, and pro forma EPS of $0.49, representing 133% growth over the previous year.
- eBay exceeded expectations for the quarter with strong holiday sales, international growth, contributions from eBay Motors and Payments, and third party advertising revenues.
eBay reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2005, with net revenues of $1.032 billion (up 36% year-over-year). Key metrics like registered users, listings, and gross merchandise volume also grew substantially compared to the prior year. The company exceeded guidance for the quarter. Based on the strong results, eBay raised its financial guidance for 2005, expecting full-year net revenues between $4.27 and $4.36 billion.
eBay reported record financial results for Q4 2005 and full year 2005. Some key highlights:
- Q4 2005 net revenues reached $1.329 billion, a 42% increase over Q4 2004.
- Full year 2005 net revenues were $4.552 billion, a 39% increase over 2004.
- Q4 2005 earnings per share were $0.20 (GAAP) and $0.24 (pro forma), exceeding guidance.
- For 2006, eBay expects net revenues between $5.7-5.9 billion and earnings per share of $0.65-0.71 (GAAP) and $0.96-1.01 (pro forma).
eBay reported record financial results for Q4 2003, with net revenues of $648 million, up 57% year-over-year. Net income was $142.5 million, or $0.21 per share. For the full year, net revenues were $2.17 billion, up 78%, and net income was $441.8 million, or $0.67 per share. eBay also provided guidance for 2004, estimating net revenues of up to $3 billion and GAAP EPS of up to $0.99.
eBay reported record financial results for Q3 2004, with net revenues of $805.9 million (up 52% year-over-year). Key metrics like active users, listings, and gross merchandise volume also grew substantially. eBay exceeded its guidance and raised full-year 2004 guidance. Meg Whitman, CEO, attributed the strong results to an active user community and strong demand.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q1 2004 with net revenues of $756.2 million, up 59% year-over-year. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.30 and pro forma diluted EPS was $0.31, exceeding guidance.
- Key metrics like registered users, listings, GMS and payments volume all reached record highs. International and payments revenues grew the most at 87% and 67% respectively.
- Based on the strong Q1 results, eBay raised its full year 2004 guidance for net revenues to as high as $3.15 billion and GAAP/pro forma EPS to $1.06/$1.13, increases of $150 million and $0.07-$
eBay reported record financial results for the first quarter of 2003, with net revenues of $476.5 million, a 94% increase from the previous year. Net income was $104.2 million, or $0.32 per diluted share. The company also raised its guidance for 2003, now estimating net revenues of up to $2.05 billion and earnings per share of up to $1.27. Key drivers of growth included a 71% increase in gross merchandise sales to $5.32 billion and strong performance from eBay's US and international businesses as well as from PayPal.
eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2005, with net revenues of $1.086 billion, up 40% year-over-year. Earnings per share were $0.21, exceeding guidance. Strong momentum in the US and Germany along with growth at PayPal contributed to the results. eBay raised full-year 2005 guidance for net revenues to between $4.34-4.41 billion and earnings per share to between $0.77-0.78.
eBay reported record first quarter 2002 financial results, with net revenues of $245.1 million, up 59% year-over-year. Pro forma EPS was $0.18, up 65% from the prior year. Based on strong performance, eBay raised its full year 2002 pro forma EPS guidance to between $0.73-0.75, up from prior guidance. Key metrics like gross merchandise sales and registered users also reached record levels during the quarter.
eBay reported record financial results for Q1 2006, with net revenues of $1.39 billion, up 35% year-over-year. GAAP earnings per share were $0.17 and non-GAAP earnings were $0.24, exceeding guidance. Key metrics like active users and gross merchandise volume also grew significantly year-over-year. For 2006, eBay expects net revenues between $5.7-5.9 billion and non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.96-1.01.
- eBay reported record Q3 2003 financial results, with net revenues of $531 million, up 84% year-over-year. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.16 and pro forma diluted EPS was $0.18.
- Results exceeded guidance, so eBay raised full-year 2003 guidance and issued preliminary 2004 guidance, expecting continued revenue growth.
- Key metrics like registered users, listings, and gross merchandise sales all reached record levels, demonstrating the continued momentum of eBay's business.
- eBay reported record Q3 net revenues of $1.106 billion, up 37% year-over-year, and GAAP diluted EPS of $0.18 and pro forma diluted EPS of $0.20, meeting or exceeding guidance.
- Key metrics like active users, new listings, GMV and TPV all increased over 30% year-over-year, demonstrating strong growth across the business.
- The company raised full-year 2005 guidance for net revenues and EPS and provided initial guidance for 2006, projecting continued revenue growth.
eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2003, with net revenues of $509.3 million (up 91% year-over-year). Earnings per share were $0.33 (GAAP) and $0.37 (pro forma). The company also announced plans for a 2-for-1 stock split and raised its full-year 2003 revenue and earnings guidance. Meg Whitman, President and CEO, attributed eBay's continued growth to its thriving community of buyers and sellers.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2002, with net revenues of $266.3 million, up 47% year-over-year. Net income was a record $54.3 million, up 121% year-over-year.
- Online transaction revenues grew 66% year-over-year to a record $235.3 million, driven by 48% growth in the US and 152% growth internationally.
- For Q3 2002, eBay expects net revenues of $278-281 million and pro forma EPS of approximately $0.19. For the full year 2002, eBay expects net revenues of approximately $1.1 billion and pro forma EPS of $0.76-0.78.
eBay reported record quarterly net revenues of $180.9 million for Q2 2001, an 84% increase over the same period last year. Pro forma earnings per share were $0.12. Gross merchandise sales on the platform reached $2.25 billion, up 74% year-over-year. Registered users increased 15% over Q1 2001 to 34.1 million. Based on strong performance, eBay raised its financial guidance for the remainder of 2001, expecting net revenues between $385-400 million and pro forma EPS of $0.21-0.22.
Packaged Foods sales increased 4% excluding divestitures, with 2% volume growth. Several brands posted sales growth including Armour, Banquet, and Blue Bonnet, while others like ACT II and Butterball declined. Sales comparability was affected by $155 million in divested businesses last year. Operating profit grew 5% in Packaged Foods and 10% overall when adjusting for divested businesses and cost savings initiatives. The company is implementing cost cutting measures expected to save more than implementation costs in the future.
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- eBay reported record Q3 2007 revenues of $1.89 billion, up 30% year-over-year, but had a GAAP operating loss of $938 million and net loss of $936 million due to a goodwill impairment charge related to Skype. Non-GAAP operating income was $593 million, up 28% year-over-year.
- Marketplaces revenues were $1.32 billion, up 26% year-over-year, while listings fell 5% and GMV rose 14%. PayPal revenues rose 35% to $470 million and TPV grew 34%. Skype revenues rose 96% to $98 million.
- For Q4, eBay expects revenues of $2
- 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.
Merrill Lynch reported record earnings for 2005, with earnings per share of $5.27, up 20% from 2004. Net earnings were $5.2 billion, up 18% from 2004. All three of Merrill Lynch's business segments - Global Markets and Investment Banking, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers - generated record pre-tax earnings and higher revenues compared to 2004. Merrill Lynch also announced a 25% increase to its quarterly common stock dividend to $0.25 per share.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2007, with net revenues of $1.83 billion, a 30% increase over the previous year. GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per share also increased over the previous year.
- The company's major business segments - Marketplaces, Payments, and Communications - all experienced strong revenue growth and increased user engagement over the previous year.
- For Q3 and full year 2007, eBay expects continued revenue growth and increased earnings per share.
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P&G reported strong earnings growth that exceeded expectations for the quarter and fiscal year. Net earnings for the quarter grew 5% to $955 million driven by top line growth and margin improvements. For the fiscal year, net earnings increased 19% to $5.19 billion behind 8% sales growth and gross margin expansion. Looking forward, P&G expects continued double-digit earnings growth in fiscal year 2004 from high single-digit sales growth and margin improvements.
Kodak reported positive fourth quarter earnings of $17 million, despite a 9% drop in annual sales to $3.821 billion. Digital earnings grew to $271 million for the quarter, driven by improved margins in consumer digital and graphic communications. For the full year, digital earnings increased by $271 million, exceeding the decline in traditional earnings for the first time. Cash levels totaled $1.469 billion at year-end, and debt was reduced by over $800 million in 2006. Kodak expects to conclude restructuring efforts in 2007 to transition fully to a digital business model.
Merrill Lynch reported record quarterly earnings for Q3 2005, with net earnings per share of $1.40, up 51% from the prior year. Net revenues were $6.7 billion, up 38% year-over-year. All three business segments - Global Markets and Investment Banking, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers - saw revenue and earnings increases. Merrill Lynch's performance was driven by strong growth across its businesses and the benefits of investments made over the past two years.
Morgan Stanley reported $928 million in net income for Q2 2005, down 24% from Q2 2004. Revenue was $6 billion, down 9% from the prior year. Business highlights included record results in prime brokerage and $3.8 billion in net new retail assets. While most business segments saw lower earnings, advisory revenues increased 10% and the company maintained its leading position in global M&A.
- eBay reported record first quarter financial results for 2007 with net revenues of $1.77 billion, a 27% increase over the previous year.
- GAAP earnings per share were $0.27 and non-GAAP earnings per share were $0.33, both representing increases over the previous year.
- Based on the strong first quarter results, eBay raised its full year 2007 guidance for net revenues and earnings per share.
eBay reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2008, with revenue of $2.19 billion, up 24% from the previous year. The company completed approximately $1 billion in stock repurchases and acquired Fraud Sciences Ltd. John Donahoe assumed the role of CEO and the company expects full year revenue between $8.7-9 billion.
eBay reported strong financial results for Q2 2008, with revenue of $2.2 billion, up 20% year-over-year. Net income was $460 million. The company saw growth across its portfolio, particularly PayPal, and remained confident despite economic uncertainty. eBay also repurchased $566 million of stock and announced new initiatives to enhance safety and customer experience on its platforms.
eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2005, with net revenues of $1.086 billion, up 40% year-over-year. Earnings per share were $0.21, exceeding guidance. Strong momentum in the US and Germany along with growth at PayPal contributed to the results. eBay raised full-year 2005 guidance for net revenues to between $4.34-4.41 billion and earnings per share to between $0.77-0.78.
eBay reported record first quarter 2002 financial results, with net revenues of $245.1 million, up 59% year-over-year. Pro forma EPS was $0.18, up 65% from the prior year. Based on strong performance, eBay raised its full year 2002 pro forma EPS guidance to between $0.73-0.75, up from prior guidance. Key metrics like gross merchandise sales and registered users also reached record levels during the quarter.
eBay reported record financial results for Q1 2006, with net revenues of $1.39 billion, up 35% year-over-year. GAAP earnings per share were $0.17 and non-GAAP earnings were $0.24, exceeding guidance. Key metrics like active users and gross merchandise volume also grew significantly year-over-year. For 2006, eBay expects net revenues between $5.7-5.9 billion and non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.96-1.01.
- eBay reported record Q3 2003 financial results, with net revenues of $531 million, up 84% year-over-year. GAAP diluted EPS was $0.16 and pro forma diluted EPS was $0.18.
- Results exceeded guidance, so eBay raised full-year 2003 guidance and issued preliminary 2004 guidance, expecting continued revenue growth.
- Key metrics like registered users, listings, and gross merchandise sales all reached record levels, demonstrating the continued momentum of eBay's business.
- eBay reported record Q3 net revenues of $1.106 billion, up 37% year-over-year, and GAAP diluted EPS of $0.18 and pro forma diluted EPS of $0.20, meeting or exceeding guidance.
- Key metrics like active users, new listings, GMV and TPV all increased over 30% year-over-year, demonstrating strong growth across the business.
- The company raised full-year 2005 guidance for net revenues and EPS and provided initial guidance for 2006, projecting continued revenue growth.
eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2003, with net revenues of $509.3 million (up 91% year-over-year). Earnings per share were $0.33 (GAAP) and $0.37 (pro forma). The company also announced plans for a 2-for-1 stock split and raised its full-year 2003 revenue and earnings guidance. Meg Whitman, President and CEO, attributed eBay's continued growth to its thriving community of buyers and sellers.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2002, with net revenues of $266.3 million, up 47% year-over-year. Net income was a record $54.3 million, up 121% year-over-year.
- Online transaction revenues grew 66% year-over-year to a record $235.3 million, driven by 48% growth in the US and 152% growth internationally.
- For Q3 2002, eBay expects net revenues of $278-281 million and pro forma EPS of approximately $0.19. For the full year 2002, eBay expects net revenues of approximately $1.1 billion and pro forma EPS of $0.76-0.78.
eBay reported record quarterly net revenues of $180.9 million for Q2 2001, an 84% increase over the same period last year. Pro forma earnings per share were $0.12. Gross merchandise sales on the platform reached $2.25 billion, up 74% year-over-year. Registered users increased 15% over Q1 2001 to 34.1 million. Based on strong performance, eBay raised its financial guidance for the remainder of 2001, expecting net revenues between $385-400 million and pro forma EPS of $0.21-0.22.
Packaged Foods sales increased 4% excluding divestitures, with 2% volume growth. Several brands posted sales growth including Armour, Banquet, and Blue Bonnet, while others like ACT II and Butterball declined. Sales comparability was affected by $155 million in divested businesses last year. Operating profit grew 5% in Packaged Foods and 10% overall when adjusting for divested businesses and cost savings initiatives. The company is implementing cost cutting measures expected to save more than implementation costs in the future.
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- eBay reported record Q3 2007 revenues of $1.89 billion, up 30% year-over-year, but had a GAAP operating loss of $938 million and net loss of $936 million due to a goodwill impairment charge related to Skype. Non-GAAP operating income was $593 million, up 28% year-over-year.
- Marketplaces revenues were $1.32 billion, up 26% year-over-year, while listings fell 5% and GMV rose 14%. PayPal revenues rose 35% to $470 million and TPV grew 34%. Skype revenues rose 96% to $98 million.
- For Q4, eBay expects revenues of $2
- 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.
Merrill Lynch reported record earnings for 2005, with earnings per share of $5.27, up 20% from 2004. Net earnings were $5.2 billion, up 18% from 2004. All three of Merrill Lynch's business segments - Global Markets and Investment Banking, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers - generated record pre-tax earnings and higher revenues compared to 2004. Merrill Lynch also announced a 25% increase to its quarterly common stock dividend to $0.25 per share.
- eBay reported record financial results for Q2 2007, with net revenues of $1.83 billion, a 30% increase over the previous year. GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per share also increased over the previous year.
- The company's major business segments - Marketplaces, Payments, and Communications - all experienced strong revenue growth and increased user engagement over the previous year.
- For Q3 and full year 2007, eBay expects continued revenue growth and increased earnings per share.
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P&G reported strong earnings growth that exceeded expectations for the quarter and fiscal year. Net earnings for the quarter grew 5% to $955 million driven by top line growth and margin improvements. For the fiscal year, net earnings increased 19% to $5.19 billion behind 8% sales growth and gross margin expansion. Looking forward, P&G expects continued double-digit earnings growth in fiscal year 2004 from high single-digit sales growth and margin improvements.
Kodak reported positive fourth quarter earnings of $17 million, despite a 9% drop in annual sales to $3.821 billion. Digital earnings grew to $271 million for the quarter, driven by improved margins in consumer digital and graphic communications. For the full year, digital earnings increased by $271 million, exceeding the decline in traditional earnings for the first time. Cash levels totaled $1.469 billion at year-end, and debt was reduced by over $800 million in 2006. Kodak expects to conclude restructuring efforts in 2007 to transition fully to a digital business model.
Merrill Lynch reported record quarterly earnings for Q3 2005, with net earnings per share of $1.40, up 51% from the prior year. Net revenues were $6.7 billion, up 38% year-over-year. All three business segments - Global Markets and Investment Banking, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers - saw revenue and earnings increases. Merrill Lynch's performance was driven by strong growth across its businesses and the benefits of investments made over the past two years.
Morgan Stanley reported $928 million in net income for Q2 2005, down 24% from Q2 2004. Revenue was $6 billion, down 9% from the prior year. Business highlights included record results in prime brokerage and $3.8 billion in net new retail assets. While most business segments saw lower earnings, advisory revenues increased 10% and the company maintained its leading position in global M&A.
- eBay reported record first quarter financial results for 2007 with net revenues of $1.77 billion, a 27% increase over the previous year.
- GAAP earnings per share were $0.27 and non-GAAP earnings per share were $0.33, both representing increases over the previous year.
- Based on the strong first quarter results, eBay raised its full year 2007 guidance for net revenues and earnings per share.
eBay reported strong financial results for the first quarter of 2008, with revenue of $2.19 billion, up 24% from the previous year. The company completed approximately $1 billion in stock repurchases and acquired Fraud Sciences Ltd. John Donahoe assumed the role of CEO and the company expects full year revenue between $8.7-9 billion.
eBay reported strong financial results for Q2 2008, with revenue of $2.2 billion, up 20% year-over-year. Net income was $460 million. The company saw growth across its portfolio, particularly PayPal, and remained confident despite economic uncertainty. eBay also repurchased $566 million of stock and announced new initiatives to enhance safety and customer experience on its platforms.
eBay Inc. reported third quarter 2008 financial results, with revenue of $2.12 billion, up 12% year-over-year. Net income was $492 million and non-GAAP net income was $592 million. The company saw growth in PayPal, Skype, and global classifieds which helped offset slower growth in its Marketplaces business. For the full year 2008, eBay expects revenue between $8.525-$8.675 billion and non-GAAP earnings per share of $1.69-$1.71.
eBay reported strong financial results for Q4 2007 and full year 2007, with revenue increasing 27% and 29% respectively. Revenue grew across all business units, especially PayPal, StubHub, Skype, classifieds and advertising. For Q4, net income increased 53% to $531 million and operating margin increased. For the full year, net income was $348 million. eBay provided a positive outlook for 2008 and announced a $2 billion stock repurchase program.
Merrill Lynch reported record results for full year 2004, with net earnings of $4.4 billion, up 16% from 2003. All three of Merrill Lynch's business segments - Global Markets and Investment Banking, Global Private Client, and Merrill Lynch Investment Managers - contributed to this performance by generating higher revenues and pre-tax earnings compared to 2003. In the fourth quarter of 2004 specifically, net revenues increased 21% to $5.9 billion compared to the same period in 2003. Merrill Lynch's chairman and CEO stated that the company is well positioned for continued shareholder rewards in the future.
- The Walt Disney Company reported higher earnings for both the fiscal year and quarter ended September 30, 2004 compared to the prior year. Earnings per share for the year increased 72% to $1.12, driven by operating income growth across all segments.
- For the quarter, EPS increased 25% to $0.25, helped by income growth at Media Networks, Parks and Resorts, and Consumer Products, partially offset by a decrease at Studio Entertainment.
- All business segments saw increased revenues and operating income for the year, with the exception of Studio Entertainment which saw a revenue decline but operating income growth. Cash flow from operations reached record levels for the company.
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- Several major brands in the Retail Products segment posted sales growth, while others saw declines.
- Retail volume increased 7% and Foodservice volume decreased 1% excluding divested businesses.
- Capital expenditures increased significantly year-over-year due to investments in information systems.
- The company received proceeds from the sale of its minority interest in Swift Foods and shares of Pilgrim's Pride stock.
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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Merrill Lynch reported record quarterly net revenues of $8.0 billion for Q1 2006, up 28% from Q1 2005. Net earnings were $475 million, though excluding one-time compensation expenses earnings were $1.7 billion, up 36% from Q1 2005. All three business segments saw increased net revenues both sequentially and year-over-year. Global Markets revenues rose 37% to $4.6 billion due to strong performance across equity, debt, and investment banking. Global Private Client revenues increased 13% to $2.9 billion on higher fees and client assets. Merrill Lynch Investment Managers revenues grew 38% to $570 million on higher assets under management.
- Major brands in the Retail Products segment that posted sales growth included ACT II, Armour, Banquet, and Blue Bonnet. Brands that posted sales declines included Healthy Choice, Slim Jim, and Snack Pack.
- Retail volume increased 8% while foodservice volume was flat excluding divested businesses.
- Increased input costs negatively impacted operating profits in the Retail Products segment by approximately $45 million.
- Capital expenditures were approximately $105 million, reflecting increased investment in information systems.
Motorola reported financial results for the first quarter of 2004 with sales of $8.6 billion, up 42% from the previous year, and net earnings of $609 million, up 257% over the previous year. The company ended the quarter with a net cash position of $902 million, the first time in over 35 years. Motorola provided guidance for the second quarter of 2004 of sales between $8.2-8.6 billion and earnings per share of $0.14-0.18, excluding potential impacts from the proposed IPO of its semiconductor business.
Morgan Stanley reported third quarter results, with net income of $144 million, down 83% from the previous year. Net revenue was $6.9 billion, the highest since 2000, driven by record revenues in institutional securities. Income from continuing operations was up 36% to $1.166 billion year-over-year. The results were impacted by $1 billion in discontinued operations charges and $178 million in compensation charges related to management changes.
- YRC Worldwide reported record revenue and operating income for 2005, with adjusted EPS of $5.28, up 33% from 2004.
- For Q4 2005, revenue was $2.48 billion, up 40% from Q4 2004, with adjusted operating income of $152 million, up 42% from Q4 2004.
- Segment highlights included record revenue and operating income for Yellow Transportation and improved operating ratios for Roadway Express and YRC Regional Transportation.
- For 2006, the company expects EPS between $6.15-$6.30 and consolidated revenue of about $10 billion.
Walmart reported financial results for Q4 and fiscal year 2014. Q4 EPS was $1.34 and underlying EPS was $1.60. Fiscal year 2014 EPS was $4.85 and underlying EPS was $5.11. Consolidated net sales for fiscal 2014 increased 1.6% to $473.1 billion. The company plans to increase capital expenditures in fiscal 2015 to accelerate the rollout of small format stores in the US, including Neighborhood Markets and Walmart Express stores. For fiscal 2015, the company expects EPS between $5.10-$5.45.
Citibanking North America reported a 14% increase in total revenues and a 92% increase in core income for Q1 2000 compared to Q1 1999. Key drivers included an 86% increase in core income before taxes due to higher non-interest revenue and lower loan loss provisions. Average loans declined 5% while average deposits grew 5%. Asset quality improved with delinquencies and net credit losses declining.
Citigroup reported record earnings for the first quarter of 2000, with core income rising 49% to $3.6 billion compared to the same period last year. Several of Citigroup's business lines saw double-digit earnings growth, including Global Consumer (up 23%), Global Corporate and Investment Bank (up 36%), and Global Investment Management (up 26%). Strong performance across all regions and business segments was driven by favorable global market conditions. Return on equity was 30% and the company repurchased $1.2 billion in stock during the quarter.
Citigroup reported financial results for the second quarter of 2000. Core income increased 21% compared to the second quarter of 1999 to $3.007 billion. Total revenues for the quarter were $16.373 billion, a 10% increase year-over-year. Most of Citigroup's business segments saw revenue and core income growth compared to the previous year. Global Consumer revenues were $7.473 billion, up 6% from the second quarter of 1999. Global Corporate and Investment Bank revenues were $7.855 billion, a 13% increase. Citigroup's preliminary Tier 1 capital ratio was 8.6% for the second quarter of 2000.
This document provides quarterly financial data for Citigroup, including:
- Consolidated financial summaries showing metrics like core income, net income, earnings per share, capital ratios, assets, and returns on equity.
- Segment net revenues and core income broken down by Citigroup's main business segments - Global Consumer, Global Corporate and Investment Bank, and Global Investment Management.
- More detailed financial results for the major businesses within Global Consumer like North America Cards, Mortgage Banking, and International.
- Supplemental financial details including consolidated statements of income, earnings analysis, loan delinquency amounts, and insurance investment portfolio information.
The document contains quarterly and year-to-
Citigroup reported strong financial results for the second quarter and first half of 2000. Core income rose 21% to $3.0 billion for the second quarter and 35% to $6.6 billion for the first half of the year. All of Citigroup's major business segments experienced double-digit income growth, led by the Global Consumer Group and Global Corporate and Investment Bank. Citigroup continued making acquisitions and investments to expand its global businesses and presence on the internet. Chairman and CEO Sanford Weill stated the results demonstrated the impact of the company's market share gains and consistent growth across its businesses.
Citigroup reported its third quarter 2000 financial results. Key highlights include:
- Core income for 3Q 2000 was $3.11 billion, up 27% from 3Q 1999. Year-to-date core income through 3Q 2000 was $9.72 billion, up 32% from the same period in 1999.
- Net income for 3Q 2000 was $3.088 billion, up 27% from 3Q 1999. Year-to-date net income through 3Q 2000 was $9.683 billion, up 34% from the same period in 1999.
- Basic earnings per share for core income in 3Q 2000 was $0.69, up 28% from 3Q 1999.
- Citigroup reported quarterly financial results for 3Q 2000, with net income of $3.088 billion, up 27% from 3Q 1999. Core income was $3.111 billion for the quarter, also up 27% year-over-year.
- Total revenues for Citigroup's Global Consumer segment were $7.515 billion in 3Q 2000, up 5% from 3Q 1999. The Global Corporate and Investment Bank segment reported revenues of $8.097 billion, a 26% increase.
- Total assets reached $805 billion in 3Q 2000, up from $686.8 billion in 3Q 1999. Book value per share increased to $11.55 from $9
Citigroup reported strong third quarter results for 2000, with core income rising 27% to $3.1 billion compared to the third quarter of 1999. Key highlights included:
- Global Consumer core income rose 17% to $1.32 billion, driven by growth in North American cards, mortgage banking, and Asia.
- Global Corporate and Investment Bank core income increased 40% to $1.59 billion, with strong performances from Salomon Smith Barney and emerging markets banking.
- Global Investment Management and Private Banking core income grew 14% to $176 million, with increased revenues across asset management, private banking, and retirement services.
Citigroup reported its quarterly financial results. Some key highlights:
- Core income for Q4 2000 was $3.331 billion, up 11% from Q4 1999.
- Net income for Q4 2000 was $2.84 billion, down 6% from Q4 1999 due to restructuring charges.
- Global Consumer segment revenues grew 9% to $10.243 billion in Q4 2000.
- Global Corporates and Institutions segment revenues grew 16% to $8.464 billion in Q4 2000.
Citigroup reported strong 4th quarter and full-year 2000 earnings. 4th quarter core income was $3.33 billion, an 11% increase, and full-year core income was a record $14.14 billion, up 25%. All of Citigroup's major business segments saw growth in the 4th quarter, led by the Global Consumer Group at 25% growth. For the full year, net income was $13.52 billion. Chairman and CEO Sanford Weill cited the company's global strength and leadership across business lines. Citigroup continued investments in growing markets and internet capabilities.
Citigroup reported its quarterly financial results. Core income decreased 7% from the prior year quarter to $3.66 billion. Total revenues declined across most business segments, with the exception of the Global Consumer segment which increased revenues slightly. Overall, Citigroup saw lower earnings due to weaker market conditions impacting its trading and investment banking businesses. Capital ratios and credit quality metrics remained strong however, positioning Citigroup well despite the challenging environment.
Citigroup reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2001. Net income decreased 8% compared to the first quarter of 2000. Core income, which excludes restructuring and accounting items, decreased 7%. Within its Global Consumer segment, Banking/Lending revenues increased 14% driven by growth in North America Cards, CitiFinancial, and Mortgage Banking. Core income for Banking/Lending increased 21% led by gains in North America Cards, CitiFinancial, and Citibanking North America. Overall, Citigroup's Global Consumer business saw revenues increase 10% and core income rise 18% compared to the first quarter of the prior year.
Citigroup reported core income of $3.66 billion for Q1 2001, a 7% decrease from Q1 2000. Excluding investment activities, core income rose 7% year-over-year. Global Consumer saw core income increase 18% to $1.78 billion driven by growth in US banking and lending. Global Corporate core income declined 7% to $1.75 billion due to weaker investment markets, though revenues grew 11%. Overall, Citigroup achieved solid results despite challenging markets due to the strength and diversity of its businesses.
Citigroup, the largest global financial services company, reported quarterly financial results. Core income decreased 7% year-over-year to $3.66 billion, while net income decreased 8% to $3.54 billion. Revenues increased 6% to $21.05 billion driven by strong growth in North America Cards, Corporate Finance, and emerging markets. Citibanking North America revenues increased 6% to $613 million with core income before taxes up 24% to $271 million.
Citigroup reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2001. Net income decreased 8% compared to the first quarter of 2000. Core income, which excludes restructuring and accounting items, decreased 7%. Within Global Consumer, Banking/Lending revenues increased 14% driven by growth in North America Cards, CitiFinancial, and Mortgage Banking. Core income for Banking/Lending increased 21% led by gains in North America Cards, CitiFinancial, and Citibanking North America.
Citigroup reported a 13% increase in core income to $3.79 billion for Q2 2001 compared to Q2 2000. Revenue grew 8% to $20.3 billion led by 12% growth in the Global Consumer segment. Core EPS grew 14% to $0.74 per share. Several business segments saw strong growth including 40% growth for CitiFinancial, 17% for North America Cards, and 18% for the Private Bank. Despite difficult market conditions, Corporate Finance delivered 12% earnings growth through increased market share.
Citigroup reported quarterly financial data for 3Q 2001. Some key highlights:
- Core income was $3.262 billion for 3Q 2001, down 8% from 3Q 2000. Year-to-date core income was $10.707 billion, down 1% from the same period in 2000.
- Total revenues for 3Q 2001 were $20.294 billion, up 5% from 3Q 2000. Year-to-date total revenues were $61.656 billion, up 6% from the same period in 2000.
- Global Consumer revenues grew 19% to $11.661 billion in 3Q 2001, driven by strength in North America Cards and Banking/L
Citigroup reported financial results for the third quarter of 2001. Citigroup is a global financial services company with operations in over 100 countries. Some key highlights:
- Core income for 3Q 2001 was $3.26 billion, down 8% from 3Q 2000. Year-to-date core income was $10.7 billion, down 1% from the same period in 2000.
- Total revenues for Global Consumer operations were $11.66 billion for 3Q 2001, up 19% from 3Q 2000, driven by growth in North America Cards and Mortgage Banking.
- Revenues for Global Corporate were $8.01 billion for 3Q 2001, down 5% from 3
Citigroup reported third quarter core income of $3.26 billion, down 7% from the prior year due to $700 million in losses from the September 11th attacks. Revenue grew 5% to $20.29 billion while expenses declined 2%. The diversification of Citigroup's businesses allowed growth in many areas, including a 45% increase in CitiFinancial income and a 25% rise in Citibanking income, despite challenges in the market environment from the attacks. Sanford Weill, CEO, expressed confidence that Citigroup would deliver 15% earnings growth in the fourth quarter assuming a stable market.
Citigroup reported its quarterly financial results. Net income for 4Q 2001 was $3.875 billion, up 36% from 4Q 2000. Core income, which excludes certain items, was $3.862 billion for 4Q 2001, up 16% from the prior year. Total revenues for Global Consumer increased 20% to $11.207 billion compared to 4Q 2000, driven by growth in North America Cards, Citibanking North America, and Mortgage Banking. Revenues for Global Corporate were relatively flat compared to the prior year.
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Ebay News 2005 1 19 Earnings
1. eBAY INC. ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR
2004 FINANCIAL RESULTS
— Company Reports Record Q4 Net Revenues of $935.8 Million —
— Achieves Q4 GAAP Diluted EPS of $0.30 and Pro Forma Diluted EPS of $0.33 —
— Announces a Two-for-One Stock Split —
San Jose, CA, January 19, 2005 – eBay Inc. (Nasdaq: EBAY; www.ebay.com), the World’s Online
Marketplace, reported financial results for its quarter and full year ended December 31, 2004.
eBay reported record consolidated Q4-04 net revenues of $935.8 million, up 44% year over year; operating
income of $284.7 million, up 40% year over year; and pro forma operating income of $313.9 million, up 44%
year over year. Operating income was 30% of net revenues and pro forma operating income was 34% of net
revenues.
Consolidated net income in Q4-04 was $205.4 million, or $0.30 per diluted share. eBay’s pro forma
consolidated net income, excluding certain items, was $226.0 million, or $0.33 per diluted share.
These results exceeded the company’s guidance of $915 million for net revenues, met the guidance of $0.30 for
earnings per diluted share, and exceeded the guidance of $0.32 for pro forma earnings per diluted share.
For the full year, eBay generated consolidated net revenues of $3.27 billion, a 51% increase over the $2.17
billion reported in 2003. Consolidated net income increased 76% year over year to $778.2 million, or $1.14 per
diluted share. On a pro forma basis, eBay reported a 68% increase in consolidated net income year over year to
$829.5 million, or $1.21 per diluted share.
In addition, eBay’s Board of Directors has approved a two-for-one split of all outstanding shares of the
company’s common stock, payable February 16, 2005 to stockholders of record on January 31, 2005. These
results have not been adjusted to reflect this stock split.
“Our strong Q4 results capped off outstanding success throughout the year, with exceptional growth across
every part of the business,” said Meg Whitman, President and CEO of eBay. “We have tremendous momentum
going into 2005, and I’m more confident than ever that the decisions and investments we’re making today will
ensure a bright future for the company and our community of users around the world.”
Full Year Key Financial and Operating Metrics
Consolidated Net Revenues – Consolidated net revenues totaled a record $3.27 billion, which represented an
increase of 51% from the $2.17 billion reported in the full year 2003.
Listings – Listings totaled a record 1.4 billion in the full year 2004, 45% higher than the 971 million listings
reported in the full year 2003.
2. eBay Announces Q4-04 Earnings (cont.)
Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) – GMV, the total value of all successfully closed listings on eBay’s trading
platforms, was a record $34.2 billion, representing a 44% year-over-year increase from the $23.8 billion
reported in the full year 2003.
Total Payment Volume (TPV) – TPV, the dollar volume of payments initiated through the PayPal system, was
$18.9 billion, representing a 55% year-over-year increase from the $12.2 billion reported in the full year 2003.
Key Q4 Financial and Operating Metrics
Consolidated Net Revenues – Consolidated net revenues totaled a record $935.8 million, which represented an
increase of 44% from the $648.4 million reported in Q4-03.
Net Transaction Revenues – Consolidated net transaction revenues totaled a record $907.3 million, which
represented an increase of 43% from the $632.6 million reported in Q4-03.
• eBay U.S. Net Transaction Revenues – eBay U.S. net transaction revenues totaled $362.7 million in Q4-
04, representing 24% year-over-year growth.
• eBay International Net Transaction Revenues – eBay International net transaction revenues totaled $344.3
million in Q4-04, representing 64% year-over-year growth.
• Payments Net Transaction Revenues – Payments net transaction revenues totaled $200.2 million in Q4-
04, representing 53% year-over-year growth.
Confirmed Registered Users – Cumulative confirmed registered users at the end of Q4-04 totaled a record 135.5
million, representing a 43% increase over the 94.9 million users reported at the end of Q4-03.
Active Users – Active users, the number of users on the eBay platform who bid, bought, or listed an item within
the previous 12 month period, increased to 56.1 million, a 36% increase over the 41.2 million active users
reported in the same period a year ago.
Listings – New listings totaled a record 404.6 million in Q4-04, 39% higher than the 291.7 million listings
reported in Q4-03. New listings in Q4-04 included 28.0 million new eBay Stores listings, versus 5.1 million
new Stores listings in Q4-03.
Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) – GMV was $9.8 billion, representing a 39% year-over-year increase from
the $7.1 billion reported in Q4-03.
Total Payments Accounts – PayPal’s business had 63.8 million total accounts at the end of Q4-04, a 58%
increase from the 40.3 million reported in Q4-03.
Total Payment Volume (TPV) – PayPal’s TPV was $5.6 billion in Q4-04, a 51% increase from the $3.7 billion
reported in Q4-03.
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3. eBay Announces Q4-04 Earnings (cont.)
Gross Profit – Gross profit was $759.4 million, or 81% of net revenues, which was down slightly from the 82%
level reported in Q4-03.
Operating Income – Operating income was $284.7 million, or 30% of net revenues, a 40% increase over the
$203.1 million reported in Q4-03. Pro forma operating income increased 44% year over year to $313.9 million,
or 34% of net revenues.
GAAP Net Income – GAAP net income increased 44% year over year to $205.4 million, or $0.30 per diluted
share.
Pro Forma Net Income – Pro forma net income increased 44% year over year to $226.0 million, or $0.33 per
diluted share.
Operating and Free Cash Flows – Operating cash flows totaled $381.2 million. Free cash flows, representing
operating cash flows less capital expenditures, totaled $298.3 million.
Key Category Performance* – Based on Q4-04 GMV, eBay has twelve categories that delivered $1 billion or
more in worldwide annualized GMV: eBay Motors at $11.1 billion; Consumer Electronics at $3.5 billion;
Computers at $3.0 billion; Clothing & Accessories at $2.9 billion; Books/Movies/Music at $2.4 billion;
Collectibles at $2.2 billion; Home & Garden at $2.0 billion; Toys at $1.8 billion; Sports at $1.8 billion; Jewelry
& Watches at $1.7 billion; Cameras & Photo at $1.3 billion; and Business & Industrial at $1.2 billion.
Fixed Price Trading – eBay’s fixed price trading contributed approximately $3.0 billion or 30.7% of total GMV
during Q4-04, primarily from eBay’s “Buy It Now” feature.
eBay Stores – At the end of Q4-04, eBay hosted approximately 254,000 stores worldwide, with approximately
161,000 stores hosted on the U.S. site.
Acquisitions
Internet Auction Co., Ltd. – During the quarter ended December 31, 2004, eBay purchased an aggregate of
approximately 372,000 additional shares in Internet Auction Co., Ltd. (IAC) for an aggregate purchase price of
approximately $41 million in cash. As a result, eBay increased its investment in IAC from approximately 97.0%
to approximately 99.9%.
Marktplaats.nl – On November 10, 2004, eBay completed its acquisition of Marktplaats.nl, an online classifieds
website in the Netherlands. eBay acquired all outstanding securities of Marktplaats.nl for approximately $291
million in cash.
Rent.com – On December 16, 2004, eBay agreed to acquire Rent.com, an Internet listing website in the
apartment and housing rental industry. eBay will acquire all outstanding securities of Rent.com for total
consideration of approximately $415 million, net of cash. The acquisition amount will be paid with
*For further detail on eBay’s current annualized $1 billion categories, including trended data, please see the metrics section on eBay’s
Investor Relations website at http://investor.ebay.com/fundamentals.cfm.
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4. eBay Announces Q4-04 Earnings (cont.)
approximately $30 million in cash and the remainder in eBay common stock. The acquisition, which is subject
to regulatory approval and approval of Rent.com’s stockholders, is expected to close in the first quarter of 2005.
Consolidated Financial and Operating Summary
eBay reported record consolidated net revenues of $935.8 million in Q4-04, representing a 44% year-over-year
increase. On a year-over-year basis, consolidated net revenues reflected a foreign currency translation benefit in
Q4-04 of approximately $34.5 million. On a sequential basis, consolidated net revenues reflected a foreign
currency translation benefit in Q4-04 of approximately $19.7 million.
Gross profit was $759.4 million, or 81% of net revenues, which was down slightly from the 82% level reported
in Q4-03. The decrease in gross margin was primarily due to the relative growth of the lower-margin Payments
segment.
Sales and marketing expenses totaled $268.9 million, or 29% of net revenues, which was up from the 27%
reported in Q4-03. The year-over-year increase as a percentage of net revenues primarily reflects global
increases in on-line marketing and in international off-line marketing.
Product development expenses totaled $64.6 million, or 7% of net revenues, which was consistent with the
percentage reported in Q4-03. Total product development expenses in Q4-04 do not include $10.6 million of
required cost capitalization for major site and other product development efforts.
General and administrative costs totaled $116.3 million, or 12% of net revenues, down from the 15% of net
revenues reported in Q4-03. While general and administrative costs decreased as a percentage of net revenues,
the absolute dollars increased, primarily as a result of increases in headcount.
Income from operations totaled $284.7 million during Q4-04, a 40% increase over the $203.1 million reported
in Q4-03. On a pro forma basis, income from operations totaled $313.9 million, a 44% increase over the $218.5
million reported in Q4-03. Included in both the GAAP and pro forma Q4-04 consolidated income from
operations was a $12.4 million year-over-year net benefit from changes in foreign exchange rates. On a
sequential basis, both the GAAP and pro forma consolidated income from operations reflected a foreign
currency translation benefit in Q4-04 of approximately $5.0 million.
Interest and other income, net, totaled $18.8 million in Q4-04, up from the $11.4 million reported in Q4-03. The
increase in Q4-04 was primarily the result of increased interest income earned on larger cash, cash equivalents,
and investment balances, partially offset by foreign exchange losses.
The GAAP and pro forma effective tax rate for Q4-04 was 32%, consistent with the GAAP effective tax rate for
Q4-03, and an increase from the pro forma effective tax rate of 30% for Q4-03. The higher pro forma effective
tax rate for Q4-04, as compared to Q4-03, reflects an increase in our non-deductible expenses related primarily
to international acquisitions.
At the end of Q4-04, the company had nearly $3.4 billion in aggregate cash and investments and more than $7.9
billion in total assets.
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5. eBay Announces Q4-04 Earnings (cont.)
The company reported $381.2 million in operating cash flows and $82.9 million of capital expenditures in Q4-
04, resulting in free cash flows of $298.3 million.
Business Outlook
The following updated guidance reflects the continuing favorable momentum in the business as well as the
inclusion of our potential acquisition of Rent.com, beginning in mid Q1-05, and revised outlooks for exchange
rates that reflect current levels. The guidance does not include the impact of any other potential acquisitions.
This updated guidance also includes the effect of a significantly increased investment pool for the company’s
2005 strategic initiatives.
Net Revenues – eBay now expects consolidated net revenues for 2005 to fall in the range of $4.25 billion to
$4.35 billion. From a quarterly perspective, eBay expects consolidated net revenues to fall in the range of $1.01
billion to $1.03 billion in Q1-05, $1.025 billion to $1.04 billion in Q2-05, $1.035 billion to $1.06 billion in Q3-
05 and $1.18 billion to $1.22 billion in Q4-05.
GAAP Diluted EPS – eBay now estimates GAAP earnings per diluted share for the full year 2005 to fall in the
range of $1.37 to $1.41. From a quarterly perspective, eBay estimates GAAP earnings per diluted share to fall
in the range of $0.32 to $0.33 in Q1-05, $0.32 to $0.33 in Q2-05, $0.33 to $0.34 in Q3-05 and $0.41 to $0.42 in
Q4-05. The updated guidance now includes the impact of the amortization of acquired intangible assets in
relation to our acquisition of the outstanding common stock of Marktplaats.nl and the potential acquisitions of
Rent.com and Kurant Corporation. The estimated earnings per diluted share does not include the impact of
expensing stock options upon the adoption of Financial Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 123(R)
“Share-Based Payment.”
Pro Forma Diluted EPS – eBay now estimates pro forma earnings per diluted share for the full year 2005 to fall
in the range of $1.48 to $1.52. From a quarterly perspective, eBay estimates pro forma earnings per diluted
share to fall in the range of $0.34 to $0.35 in Q1-05, $0.34 to $0.35 in Q2-05, $0.35 to $0.36 in Q3-05, and
$0.43 to $0.44 in Q4-05.
Capital Expenditures – eBay expects its capital expenditures to total approximately $525 million for the full
year 2005, which is 12% of eBay’s guidance for net revenues. Excluding the one time payment from restricted
cash of approximately $126 million in relation to the repayment of our San Jose corporate headquarters lease
obligation in Q1-05, eBay expects its capital expenditures to total approximately $400 million for the full year
2005, which is 9% of eBay’s guidance for net revenues.
In addition, eBay’s Board of Directors has approved a two-for-one split of all outstanding shares of the
company’s common stock, payable February 16, 2005 to stockholders of record on January 31, 2005. The
guidance has not been updated to reflect the impact of this stock split.
Quarterly Conference Call
eBay will host a conference call to discuss fourth quarter and full year results at 2 pm Pacific Standard Time
today. A live webcast of the conference call can be accessed through the company’s Investor Relations website
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at http://investor.ebay.com. In addition, an archive of the webcast will be accessible through the same link.
Non-GAAP Measures
To supplement the company’s consolidated financial statements presented in accordance with GAAP, eBay uses
non-GAAP measures of certain components of financial performance, including gross profit, operating income,
net income, earnings per share, cash flows, and effective tax rate, which are adjusted from results based on
GAAP to exclude certain expenses, gains and losses. These non-GAAP measures are provided to enhance
investors’ overall understanding of the company’s current financial performance and the company’s prospects
for the future. Specifically, the company believes the non-GAAP results provide useful information to both
management and investors by excluding certain expenses, gains and losses that may not be indicative of its core
operating results. In addition, because eBay has historically reported certain non-GAAP results to investors, the
company believes the inclusion of non-GAAP measures provides consistency in the company’s financial
reporting. These measures should be considered in addition to results prepared in accordance with generally
accepted accounting principles, but should not be considered a substitute for, or superior to, GAAP results.
Consistent with the company’s historical practice, the non-GAAP measures included in this press release have
been reconciled to the nearest GAAP measure.
About eBay
eBay is The World’s Online Marketplace®. Founded in 1995, eBay created a powerful platform for the sale of
goods and services by a passionate community of individuals and businesses. On any given day, there are
millions of items across thousands of categories for sale on eBay. eBay enables trade on a local, national and
international basis with customized sites in markets around the world. Through an array of services, such as its
payment solution provider PayPal, eBay is enabling global e-commerce for an ever-growing online community.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the future performance of eBay and its
consolidated subsidiaries. Those statements involve risks and uncertainties, and the company’s actual results
could differ materially from those discussed. Factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include,
but are not limited to: the company’s need to manage an increasingly large company with a broad range of
businesses of varying degrees of maturity; the company’s need to increasingly achieve growth from its existing
users as well as from new users in its more established markets; the company’s ability to deal with the
increasingly competitive e-commerce environment, including competition for its sellers from other trading sites
and other means of selling, and competition for its buyers from other merchants, online and offline; the
company’s ability to upgrade and develop its systems, infrastructure and customer service capabilities to
accommodate growth at a reasonable cost; the litigation, regulatory, credit card association, and other risks
specific to PayPal; the company’s need to manage other regulatory, tax, and litigation risks even as its product
offerings expand and its services are offered in more jurisdictions; the company’s ability to maintain site
stability and performance on all of its sites while adding new products and features in a timely fashion; the
company’s ability to profitably expand its model to new types of merchandise and sellers; the company’s ability
to profitably expand outside of the US; fluctuations in foreign exchange rates; the costs and benefits of recent
and future acquisitions and other commercial transactions; and, the need to manage the integration of recent and
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future acquisitions. The forward looking statements in this release do not include the potential impact of any
acquisitions that may be completed after the date hereof.
More information about factors that could affect the company’s operating results is included under the captions
“Risk Factors That May Affect Results of Operations and Financial Condition” and “Management’s Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in the company’s annual report on Form 10-K
and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, copies of which may be obtained by visiting the company’s investor
relations site at http://investor.ebay.com. The company expects to file its annual report on Form 10-K for the
year ended December 31, 2004 on or about March 1, 2005. Undue reliance should not be placed on the
forward-looking statements in this release, which are based on information available to the company on the date
hereof. eBay assumes no obligation to update such statements.
Investor Relations Contact: Tracey Ford 408-376-7205
Media Relations Contact: Hani Durzy 408-376-7458
Investor Information Request: 408-376-7493
Company News: http://www.businesswire.com
Investor Relations Website: http://investor.ebay.com
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands)
December 31, December 31,
2003 2004
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 1,381,513 $ 1,330,045
Short-term investments 340,576 682,004
Accounts receivable, net 225,871 240,856
Funds receivable 79,893 123,424
Restricted cash and investments 14,859 155,405
Other current assets 103,170 379,415
Total current assets 2,145,882 2,911,149
Long-term investments 934,171 1,266,289
Restricted cash and investments 127,432 1,418
Property and equipment, net 601,785 709,773
Goodwill 1,719,311 2,709,794
Intangible assets, net 274,057 362,909
Other assets 17,496 29,719
$ 5,820,134 $ 7,991,051
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 64,633 $ 37,958
Funds payable and amounts due to customers 106,568 331,805
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities 356,491 421,969
Deferred revenue and customer advances 28,874 50,439
Short-term obligations 2,840 124,272
Income taxes payable 87,870 118,427
Total current liabilities 647,276 1,084,870
Long-term obligations 124,476 75
Deferred tax liabilities, net 79,238 135,971
Other liabilities 33,494 37,698
Minority interests 39,408 4,096
Total liabilities 923,892 1,262,710
Total stockholders’ equity 4,896,242 6,728,341
$ 5,820,134 $ 7,991,051
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2003 2004 2003 2004
Net revenues $ 648,393 $ 935,782 $2,165,096 $ 3,271,309
Cost of net revenues 115,457 176,405 416,058 614,415
Gross profit 532,936 759,377 1,749,038 2,656,894
Operating expenses:
Sales and marketing 172,781 268,879 567,565 857,874
Product development 46,427 64,568 159,315 240,647
General and administrative 95,989 116,278 302,703 415,725
Patent litigation expense — — 29,965 —
Payroll tax on employee stock options 1,606 5,190 9,590 17,479
Amortization of acquired intangible assets 12,991 19,739 50,659 65,927
Total operating expenses 329,794 474,654 1,119,797 1,597,652
Income from operations 203,142 284,723 629,241 1,059,242
Interest and other income, net 11,384 18,762 37,803 77,867
Interest expense (1,979) (2,265) (4,314) (8,879)
Impairment of certain equity investments (1,000) — (1,230) —
Income before cumulative effect of accounting
change, income taxes and minority interests 211,547 301,220 661,500 1,128,230
Provision for income taxes (67,040) (95,782) (206,738) (343,885)
Minority interests (2,045) (59) (7,578) (6,122)
Income before cumulative effect of accounting
change 142,462 205,379 447,184 778,223
Cumulative effect of accounting change, net of tax — — (5,413) —
Net income $ 142,462 $ 205,379 $ 441,771 $ 778,223
Net income per basic share:
Income before cumulative effect of accounting
change $ 0.22 $ 0.31 $ 0.70 $ 1.18
Cumulative effect of accounting change — — (0.01) —
Net income per basic share $ 0.22 $ 0.31 $ 0.69 $ 1.18
Net income per diluted share:
Income before cumulative effect of accounting
change $ 0.21 $ 0.30 $ 0.68 $ 1.14
Cumulative effect of accounting change — — (0.01) —
Net income per diluted share $ 0.21 $ 0.30 $ 0.67 $ 1.14
Weighted average shares:
Basic 646,819 666,743 638,288 659,729
Diluted 666,165 692,847 656,657 683,860
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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
December 31, 2003 December 31, 2004
Pro Forma Pro Forma
Reported Entries Pro Forma Reported Entries Pro Forma
Net revenues $ 648,393 $ - $ 648,393 $ 935,782 $ - $ 935,782
Cost of net revenues 115,457 (32) (a) 115,425 176,405 (146) (a) 176,259
Gross profit 532,936 32 532,968 759,377 146 759,523
Operating expenses:
Sales and marketing 172,781 (109) (a) 172,672 268,879 (11) (a) 268,868
Product development 46,427 (144) (a) 46,283 64,568 (162) (a) 64,406
General and administrative 95,989 (475) (a) 95,514 116,278 (3,888) (a) 112,390
Payroll tax on employee stock options 1,606 (1,606) (b) - 5,190 (5,190) (b) -
Amortization of acquired intangible assets 12,991 (12,991) (c) - 19,739 (19,739) (c) -
Total operating expenses 329,794 (15,325) 314,469 474,654 (28,990) 445,664
Income from operations 203,142 15,357 218,499 284,723 29,136 313,859
Interest and other income, net 11,384 - 11,384 18,762 - 18,762
Interest expense (1,979) - (1,979) (2,265) - (2,265)
Impairment of certain equity investments (1,000) 1,000 (d) - - - -
Income before income taxes and minority interests 211,547 16,357 227,904 301,220 29,136 330,356
Provision for income taxes (67,040) (1,836) (e) (68,876) (95,782) (8,484) (e) (104,266)
Minority interests (2,045) - (2,045) (59) - (59)
Net income $ 142,462 $ 14,521 $ 156,983 $ 205,379 $ 20,652 $ 226,031
Net income per share:
Basic $ 0.22 $ 0.24 $ 0.31 $ 0.34
Diluted $ 0.21 $ 0.24 $ 0.30 $ 0.33
Weighted average shares:
Basic 646,819 646,819 666,743 666,743
Diluted 666,165 666,165 692,847 692,847
Operating margin 31% 2% 34% 30% 4% 34%
Notes:
(a) Non-cash stock based compensation expense
(b) Employer payroll taxes on employee non-qualified stock option gains
(c) Amortization of acquired intangible assets
(d) Impairment of certain equity investments
(e) Income taxes associated with certain pro forma entries
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Unaudited Pro Forma Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)
Year Ended Year Ended
December 31, 2003 December 31, 2004
Pro Forma Pro Forma
Reported Entries Pro Forma Reported Entries Pro Forma
Net revenues $ 2,165,096 $ - $ 2,165,096 $ 3,271,309 $ - $ 3,271,309
Cost of net revenues 416,058 (228) (a) 415,830 614,415 (233) (a) 614,182
Gross profit 1,749,038 228 1,749,266 2,656,894 233 2,657,127
Operating expenses:
Sales and marketing 567,565 (976) (a) 566,589 857,874 (136) (a) 857,738
Product development 159,315 (1,239) (a) 158,076 240,647 (654) (a) 239,993
General and administrative 302,703 (3,049) (a) 299,654 415,725 (4,809) (a) 410,916
Patent litigation expense 29,965 - 29,965 - - -
Payroll tax on employee stock options 9,590 (9,590) (b) - 17,479 (17,479) (b) -
Amortization of acquired intangible assets 50,659 (50,659) (c) - 65,927 (65,927) (c) -
Total operating expenses 1,119,797 (65,513) 1,054,284 1,597,652 (89,005) 1,508,647
Income from operations 629,241 65,741 694,982 1,059,242 89,238 1,148,480
Interest and other income, net 37,803 (979) (d) 36,824 77,867 (6,485) (e) 71,382
Interest expense (4,314) - (4,314) (8,879) - (8,879)
Impairment of certain equity investments (1,230) 1,230 (h) - - - -
Income before cumulative effect of
accounting change, income taxes and minority interests 661,500 65,992 727,492 1,128,230 82,753 1,210,983
Provision for income taxes (206,738) (18,595) (f) (225,333) (343,885) (31,520) (f) (375,405)
Minority interests (7,578) - (7,578) (6,122) - (6,122)
Net income before cumulative effect of accounting change 447,184 47,397 494,581 778,223 51,233 829,456
Cumulative effect of accounting change, net of tax (5,413) 5,413 (g) - - - -
Net income $ 441,771 $ 52,810 $ 494,581 $ 778,223 $ 51,233 $ 829,456
Net income per share:
Basic $ 0.69 $ 0.77 $ 1.18 $ 1.26
Diluted $ 0.67 $ 0.75 $ 1.14 $ 1.21
Weighted average shares:
Basic 638,288 638,288 659,729 659,729
Diluted 656,657 656,657 683,860 683,860
Operating margin 29% 3% 32% 32% 3% 35%
Notes:
(a) Non-cash stock based compensation expense
(b) Employer payroll taxes on employee non-qualified stock option gains
(c) Amortization of acquired intangible assets
(d) Gain on sale of certain real estate properties and recovery of fully reserved receivables
(e) Gain on sale of equity investment and loss on sale of certain real estate properties
(f) Income taxes associated with certain pro forma entries
(g) Cumulative effect of accounting changes, net of tax
(h) Impairment of certain equity investments
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Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands)
Three Months Ended Year Ended
December 31, December 31,
2003 2004 2003 2004
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $ 142,462 $ 205,379 $ 441,771 $ 778,223
Adjustments:
Cumulative effect of accounting change — — 5,413 —
Provision for doubtful accounts and authorized credits 14,085 32,947 46,049 90,942
Provision for transaction losses 11,510 17,767 36,401 50,459
Depreciation and amortization 45,118 72,849 159,003 253,690
Amortization of unearned stock-based compensation 760 4,207 5,492 5,832
Tax benefit on the exercise of employee stock options 24,991 77,528 130,638 261,983
Impairment of certain equity investments 1,000 — 1,230 —
Minority interests 3,802 69 7,784 6,122
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisition
effects:
Accounts receivable (82,723) 32,327 (153,373) (105,540)
Funds receivable 4,766 30,463 (38,879) (44,751)
Other current assets (3,835) (164,302) (13,133) (312,756)
Other non-current assets 2,313 3,617 (4,111) (308)
Deferred tax liabilities, net 57,172 (7,082) 69,770 28,652
Accounts payable 10,795 (38,943) 17,348 (33,975)
Funds payable and amounts due to customers (3,502) 67,759 56,172 216,967
Accrued expenses and other liabilities 35,980 16,601 85,704 39,618
Deferred revenue and customer advances 2,626 6,459 8,864 20,061
Income taxes payable 98 23,562 11,976 30,096
Net cash provided by operating activities 267,418 381,207 874,119 1,285,315
Cash flows from investing activities:
Purchases of property and equipment, net (95,768) (82,888) (365,384) (292,838)
Purchases of investments (554,006) (492,634) (2,035,053) (1,754,808)
Maturities and sales of investments 165,264 168,375 1,297,262 1,079,548
Purchases of intangibles and other non-current assets — (1,389) — (8,646)
Acquisitions, net of cash acquired (109,206) (332,770) (216,367) (1,036,476)
Net cash used in investing activities (593,716) (741,306) (1,319,542) (2,013,220)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Proceeds from issuance of common stock, net 130,628 221,396 700,817 650,638
Principal payments on long-term obligations (10,224) (370) (11,951) (2,969)
Net cash provided by financing activities 120,404 221,026 688,866 647,669
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash
equivalents 3,532 33,208 28,757 28,768
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents (202,362) (105,865) 272,200 (51,468)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 1,583,875 1,435,910 1,109,313 1,381,513
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 1,381,513 $ 1,330,045 $ 1,381,513 $ 1,330,045
Net cash provided by operating activities $ 267,418 $ 381,207 $ 874,119 $ 1,285,315
Less: Purchases of property and equipment, net (95,768) (82,888) (365,384) (292,838)
Free cash flow $ 171,650 $ 298,319 $ 508,735 $ 992,477
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Unaudited Summary of Consolidated Net Revenues
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands, Except Percentages)
Net Revenues by Type
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31,
2003 2004 2004 2004 2004
Net Transaction Revenues
U.S. $291,578 $326,217 $319,119 $330,643 $362,736
Current quarter vs prior quarter 14% 12% (2%) 4% 10%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 38% 39% 32% 29% 24%
International 210,500 257,090 273,740 282,294 344,348
Current quarter vs prior quarter 36% 22% 6% 3% 22%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 96% 87% 76% 82% 64%
Payments 130,561 155,513 158,815 166,282 200,203
Current quarter vs prior quarter 23% 19% 2% 5% 20%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 68% 67% 60% 56% 53%
Total net transaction revenues 632,639 738,820 751,674 779,219 907,287
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 17% 2% 4% 16%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 60% 59% 51% 51% 43%
Advertising and other non-transaction revenues
U.S. 11,540 12,353 15,361 16,700 16,718
Current quarter vs prior quarter 15% 7% 24% 9% 0%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter (16%) 63% 75% 67% 45%
International 2,261 2,400 3,705 4,222 5,961
Current quarter vs prior quarter 28% 6% 54% 14% 41%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 32% 83% 159% 140% 164%
Payments 1,953 2,666 2,672 5,735 5,816
Current quarter vs prior quarter (4%) 37% 0% 115% 1%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter (5%) 32% 24% 183% 198%
Total advertising and other non-transaction revenues 15,754 17,419 21,738 26,657 28,495
Current quarter vs prior quarter 14% 11% 25% 23% 7%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter (10%) 59% 76% 93% 81%
$648,393 $756,239 $773,412 $805,876 $935,782
Total net revenues
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 17% 2% 4% 16%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 57% 59% 52% 52% 44%
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Unaudited Summary of Consolidated Net Revenues
(U.S. Dollars In Thousands, Except Percentages)
Net Revenues by Segment
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31,
2003 2004 2004 2004 2004
$303,118 $338,570 $334,481 $347,343 $379,454
U.S.
Current quarter vs prior quarter 14% 12% (1%) 4% 9%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 35% 40% 33% 31% 25%
212,761 259,490 277,444 286,516 350,309
International
Current quarter vs prior quarter 36% 22% 7% 3% 22%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 95% 87% 77% 83% 65%
132,514 158,179 161,487 172,017 206,019
Payments
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 19% 2% 7% 20%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 66% 66% 59% 59% 55%
Percent of Payments revenue which is
international 23.2% 26.2% 28.7% 30.1% 33.0%
$648,393 $756,239 $773,412 $805,876 $935,782
Total net revenues
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 17% 2% 4% 16%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 57% 59% 52% 52% 44%
Net Revenues by Geography
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31,
2003 2004 2004 2004 2004
$404,833 $455,355 $449,571 $467,545 $517,465
U.S. net revenues
Current quarter vs prior quarter 15% 12% (1%) 4% 11%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 39% 43% 36% 33% 28%
% of total 62% 60% 58% 58% 55%
243,560 300,884 323,841 338,331 418,317
International net revenues
Current quarter vs prior quarter 35% 24% 8% 4% 24%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 97% 91% 82% 88% 72%
% of total 38% 40% 42% 42% 45%
$648,393 $756,239 $773,412 $805,876 $935,782
Total net revenues
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 17% 2% 4% 16%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 57% 59% 52% 52% 44%
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eBay Unaudited Supplemental Operating Data
(In Millions, Except Percentages)
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31,
2003 2004 2004 2004 2004
94.9 104.8 114.0 125.0 135.5
Confirmed Registered Users (1)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 11% 10% 9% 10% 8%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 54% 52% 51% 46% 43%
41.2 45.1 48.0 51.7 56.1
Active Users (2)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 10% 9% 6% 8% 9%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 49% 45% 41% 38% 36%
291.7 327.7 332.3 348.0 404.6
Number of Listings (3)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 24% 12% 1% 5% 16%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 49% 49% 48% 48% 39%
$7,052 $8,039 $8,012 $8,307 $9,810
Gross Merchandise Volume (4)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 14% 0% 4% 18%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 53% 51% 42% 44% 39%
Marktplaats.nl in the Netherlands and mobile.de in Germany are not included in these metrics.
(1) Cumulative total of all users who have completed their registration process on one of eBay's trading platforms.
(2) All users, excluding users of Baazee.com, Half.com, Internet Auction, Marktplaats.nl, and mobile.de, who bid on, bought, or
listed an item within the previous 12-month period. Includes users of eBay EachNet in China since the migration to the eBay
platform in September 2004.
(3) All listings on eBay's trading platforms during the quarter, regardless of whether the listing subsequently closed successfully.
(4) Total value of all successfully closed listings between users on eBay’s trading platforms during the quarter, regardless of whether
the buyer and seller actually consummated the transaction.
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PayPal Unaudited Supplemental Operating Data
(In Millions, Except Percentages)
December 31, March 31, June 30, September 30, December 31,
2003 2004 2004 2004 2004
40.3 45.6 50.4 56.7 63.8
Total accounts (1)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 14% 13% 11% 13% 13%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 73% 67% 62% 61% 58%
13.2 14.5 15.5 17.4 20.2
Active accounts (2)
68.2 79.2 77.7 83.4 99.6
Total number of payments (3)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 19% 16% (2%) 7% 19%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 74% 57% 45% 45% 46%
$3,711 $4,321 $4,350 $4,637 $5,607
Total payment volume (4)
Current quarter vs prior quarter 22% 16% 1% 7% 21%
Current quarter vs prior year quarter 74% 64% 53% 52% 51%
Auction as % of total payment volume 69% 70% 69% 70% 71%
Transaction rates:
Transaction revenue rate 3.52% 3.60% 3.64% 3.59% 3.57%
Transaction processing expense rate 1.23% 1.25% 1.34% 1.30% 1.27%
Transaction loss rate 0.31% 0.27% 0.25% 0.22% 0.31%
(1) Cumulative total of all personal, premier, or business accounts opened, excluding accounts that have been closed or locked.
(2) All accounts that sent or received at least one payment through the PayPal system during the quarter.
(3) Total number of payments initiated through the PayPal system during the quarter, regardless of whether the payment was actually
sent successfully, or was reversed, rejected, or pending at the end of the quarter.
(4) Total dollar volume of payments initiated through the PayPal system during the quarter, regardless of whether the payment was
actually sent successfully, or was reversed, rejected, or was pending at the end of the quarter.
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Guidance Summary
(In Millions, Except Per Share Amounts And Percentages)
The guidance figures provided below and elsewhere in this press release are approximate in nature because eBay’s
future performance is difficult to predict. Such guidance is based on information available on the date hereof, and
eBay assumes no obligation to update it.
eBay’s future performance involves risks and uncertainties, and the company’s actual results could differ materially from
such guidance. Some of the factors that could affect the company’s operating results are set forth under the caption “Forward-
Looking Statements” above in this press release. More information about factors that could affect eBay’s operating results is
included under the captions “Risk Factors That May Affect Results of Operations and Financial Condition” and
“Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” in its most recent annual report
on Form 10-K and quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, copies of which may be obtained by visiting the company’s investor
relations site at http://investor.ebay.com. The company expects to file its annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2004 on or about March 1, 2005.
Three months ending March 31, 2005 (c)
GAAP Adjustments Pro Forma (a)
$ 1,010 - $ 1,030 — $ 1,010 - $ 1,030
Net revenues
$ 0.32 - $ 0.33 $ 0.02 (b) $ 0.34 - $ 0.35
Diluted EPS
Three months ending June 30, 2005 (c)
GAAP Adjustments Pro Forma (a)
$ 1,025 - $ 1,040 — $ 1,025 - $ 1,040
Net revenues
$ 0.32 - $ 0.33 $ 0.02 (b) $ 0.34 - $ 0.35
Diluted EPS
Three months ending September 30, 2005 (c)
GAAP Adjustments Pro Forma (a)
$ 1,035 - $ 1,060 — $ 1,035 - $ 1,060
Net revenues
$ 0.33 - $ 0.34 $ 0.02 (b) $ 0.35 - $ 0.36
Diluted EPS
Three months ending December 31, 2005 (c)
GAAP Adjustments Pro Forma (a)
$ 1,180 - $ 1,220 — $ 1,180 - $ 1,220
Net revenues
$ 0.41 - $ 0.42 $ 0.02 (b) $ 0.43 - $ 0.44
Diluted EPS
Year ending December 31, 2005 (c)
GAAP Adjustments Pro Forma (a)
$ 4,250 - $ 4,350 — $ 4,250 - $ 4,350
Net revenues
31% 3% (a) 34%
Operating margin
$ 1.37 - $ 1.41 $ 0.11 (b) $ 1.48 - $ 1.52
Diluted EPS*
* Please note that the sum of the quarters may not total to the full year EPS because the quarterly EPS is calculated using the
respective results and weighted average shares for each quarter, and the full year EPS is calculated using the results and weighted
average shares for the full year.
(a) Pro forma guidance reflects estimated quarterly adjustments for amortization of acquired intangible assets of approximately
$24 million, payroll taxes on employee stock options of approximately $3 - $5 million, stock based compensation of
approximately $4 million and other adjustments estimated to result in an operating margin adjustment of approximately 3%
for each of the quarters in the year ending December 31, 2005.
(b) Net of tax, the above pro forma items are estimated to result in a $0.02 per diluted share adjustment for each of the quarters in
the year ending December 31, 2005.
(c) The guidance has not been updated to reflect the impact of the stock split described under “Business Outlook.” In addition,
the estimated earnings per diluted share does not include the impact of expensing stock options upon the adoption of
Financial Accounting Standards Board Statement No. 123(R) “Share-Based Payment.”
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