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Exhibit 99.1

 

LOGO

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LUMBER LIQUIDATORS ANNOUNCES SECOND QUARTER 2012

FINANCIAL RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK

~ Second Quarter Net Sales Increased 19.9% to $210.3 Million ~

~ Comparable Store Net Sales Increased 12.4% for the Second Quarter ~

~ Second Quarter Net Income Increased 130.4% to $12.2 Million, or $0.43 per Diluted Share ~

~ Company Raises Full Year Revenue Guidance to a Range of $750 million to $775 million and EPS Guidance to a Range of $1.30 to $1.42 ~

TOANO, Va, July 25, 2012 – Lumber Liquidators (NYSE: LL), the largest specialty retailer of hardwood flooring in the U.S., today announced financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2012, and raised its outlook for 2012.

Second Quarter Results

Net sales increased $34.9 million, or 19.9%, to $210.3 million in the second quarter of 2012 from $175.5 million in the second quarter of 2011. Comparable store net sales increased 12.4% for the quarter, driven by a 6.3% increase in the average sale and a 5.8% increase in the number of customers invoiced at these stores. Non-comparable store net sales increased $13.2 million. The Company opened 10 new stores during the second quarter.

Gross margin was 37.3% in the second quarter of 2012 compared to 34.0% in the second quarter of 2011. The increase in gross margin reflects generally lower costs of product due to both sourcing initiatives and sales mix, and lower net transportation costs.

Selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses improved to 27.9% of net sales for the second quarter of 2012 compared to 29.1% of net sales for the second quarter of 2011. Operating margin increased to 9.4% in the second quarter of 2012, from 4.9% in the second quarter of 2011.

Net income increased 130.4% to $12.2 million, or $0.43 per diluted share, in the second quarter of 2012 from $5.3 million, or $0.19 per diluted share, in the second quarter of the prior year.

Cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2012 totaled $31.5 million, compared with $33.4 million at June 30, 2011 and $61.7 million at December 31, 2011. During the second quarter of 2012, pursuant to its previously announced stock repurchase program, the Company repurchased approximately 915,000 shares of its common stock for $25.4 million, and at June 30, 2012, had authorized repurchases of approximately $15.7 million of its common stock remaining under its $50 million stock repurchase program.

Robert M. Lynch, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We are pleased that our team delivered record results through the important spring remodeling season and continued to execute on our key strategic initiatives. We drove consistently strong customer demand during the quarter as greater recognition of our value proposition was achieved through our efforts to expand our advertising reach and frequency. Through our team’s coordinated efforts and commitment to continuous improvement in everything we do, we captured market share and expanded operating margin in the second quarter.”


First Six Months Results

Net sales increased 18.9% to $398.4 million in the first six months of 2012 from $335.1 million in the first six months of 2011. Comparable store net sales increased 10.1% for the first half of 2012, compared to a decrease of 6.2% for the first half of the prior year. Non-comparable store net sales increased $29.7 million over the prior year. The Company opened 14 new stores during the first six months of 2012 and as of June 30, 2012, operated 277 stores in 46 states and Canada.

Gross margin increased to 37.3% for the first six months of 2012 from 35.1% in the same period of 2011. SG&A expenses improved to 29.0% of net sales for the first half of 2012, compared to 29.7% of net sales for the first half of 2011. Operating margin increased to 8.3% in the first six months of 2012, from 5.4% in the first six months of 2011.

Net income increased 84.2% to $20.4 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, in the first half of 2012 compared to $11.1 million, or $0.39 per diluted share, in the first half of the prior year.

Company Outlook

Based on year-to-date results and current trends, the Company now expects to achieve the following in 2012:

 

   

Net sales for the full year in the range of $750 million to $775 million, up from the previous range of $720 million to $750 million.

 

   

An increase in comparable store net sales in the mid-single digits.

 

   

The opening of a total of 20 to 25 new store locations, including two to four in Canada.

 

   

Full year earnings per diluted share in the range of $1.30 to $1.42, based on a diluted share count of approximately 28.0 million shares, which is exclusive of any future impact of the share repurchase program. The Company previously expected a range of $1.10 to $1.25 based on a diluted share count of 28.7 million shares.

Mr. Lynch concluded, “Our team is excited and motivated by the opportunities that lie ahead. We believe Lumber Liquidators is successfully navigating through what remains a challenging and uncertain retail environment, particularly for large-ticket, discretionary purchases. Our value proposition continues to resonate well with consumers, and as we look toward both the back half of the current year and into the next, we are confident in our ability to continue to drive traffic, improve our operations, expand our operating margin and grow our footprint.”

Conference Call and Webcast Information

The Company plans to host a conference call and audio webcast today, July 25, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference may be accessed by dialing (877) 407-9039 or (201) 689-8470. A replay will be available approximately two hours after the call through August 1, 2012 and may be accessed by dialing (877) 870-5176 or (858) 384-5517 and entering conference ID number 396091. The live conference call and replay can also be accessed via audio webcast at the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.lumberliquidators.com.

Canaccord Genuity Annual Growth Conference

The Company today also announced that Mr. Lynch and Daniel E. Terrell, Chief Financial Officer, will present at the Canaccord Genuity Annual Growth Conference. The Company’s presentation is scheduled for Thursday, August 16, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time in Boston. The live webcast and replay of the Company’s presentation may be accessed via audio webcast at the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.lumberliquidators.com.


About Lumber Liquidators

With over 275 locations, Lumber Liquidators is North America’s largest specialty retailer of hardwood flooring. The Company features more than 340 first quality flooring varieties, including solid and engineered hardwood, bamboo, cork, laminate and resilient vinyl. Every location is staffed with flooring experts who can provide advice and useful information about Lumber Liquidators’ low priced product, much of which is in-stock and ready for delivery.

With quality brands including Bellawood Prefinished Hardwood and Morning Star Bamboo, Lumber Liquidators’ flooring is often featured on popular television shows, such as Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and HGTV’s Dream Home.

For more information, please visit www.lumberliquidators.com or call 1.800.HARDWOOD. You can also follow the Company on Facebook and Twitter.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release and accompanying financial tables may contain “forward-looking statements” as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These statements are based on currently available information as of the date of such statements and are subject to risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ. The Company specifically disclaims any obligation to update these statements which speak only as of their respective dates, except as may be required under the federal securities laws. Information regarding these additional risks and uncertainties is contained in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

For further information contact:

Lumber Liquidators Investor Relations

Ashleigh McDermott

Tel: 757.566.7512

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Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except share data)

 

     June 30,
2012
    December 31,
2011
 
     (unaudited)        

Assets

    

Current Assets:

    

Cash and Cash Equivalents

   $ 31,521      $ 61,675   

Merchandise Inventories

     211,598        164,139   

Prepaid Expenses

     5,206        4,292   

Other Current Assets

     5,541        7,863   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Current Assets

     253,866        237,969   

Property and Equipment, net

     46,147        44,147   

Goodwill

     9,693        9,693   

Other Assets

     1,953        3,045   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 311,659      $ 294,854   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

    

Current Liabilities:

    

Accounts Payable

   $ 51,205      $ 38,161   

Customer Deposits and Store Credits

     23,002        18,120   

Accrued Compensation

     5,226        2,509   

Sales and Income Tax Liabilities

     3,779        5,092   

Other Current Liabilities

     7,377        6,839   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Current Liabilities

     90,589        70,721   

Deferred Rent

     3,487        3,328   

Deferred Tax Liability

     6,030        5,721   

Stockholders’ Equity:

    

Common Stock ($0.001 par value; 35,000,000 authorized; 27,189,232 and 27,894,543 outstanding, respectively)

     28        28   

Treasury Stock, at cost (1,363,195 and 53,085 shares, respectively)

     (35,599     (1,116

Additional Capital

     120,684        110,163   

Retained Earnings

     126,577        106,203   

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

     (137     (194
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Stockholders’ Equity

     211,553        215,084   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

   $ 311,659      $ 294,854   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 


Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income

(in thousands, except share data and per share amounts)

(unaudited)

 

     Three Months Ended
June 30,
    Six Months Ended
June 30,
 
     2012     2011     2012     2011  

Net Sales

   $ 210,347      $ 175,460      $ 398,381      $ 335,140   

Cost of Sales

     131,867        115,736        249,764        217,623   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross Profit

     78,480        59,724        148,617        117,517   

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

     58,685        51,051        115,503        99,504   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating Income

     19,795        8,673        33,114        18,013   

Other (Income) Expense

     (32     (67     (73     (155
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income Before Income Taxes

     19,827        8,740        33,187        18,168   

Provision for Income Taxes

     7,650        3,453        12,813        7,104   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income

   $ 12,177      $ 5,287      $ 20,374      $ 11,064   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income per Common Share—Basic

   $ 0.44      $ 0.19      $ 0.74      $ 0.40   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income per Common Share—Diluted

   $ 0.43      $ 0.19      $ 0.72      $ 0.39   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding:

        

Basic

     27,506,529        27,687,617        27,716,537        27,630,250   

Diluted

     28,032,391        28,430,209        28,270,934        28,404,455   


Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Six Months Ended
June 30,
 
     2012     2011  

Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

    

Net Income

   $ 20,374      $ 11,064   

Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities:

    

Depreciation and Amortization

     4,822        3,992   

Stock-Based Compensation Expense

     2,150        1,935   

Changes in Operating Assets and Liabilities:

    

Merchandise Inventories

     (47,605     (27,185

Accounts Payable

     12,894        7,084   

Customer Deposits and Store Credits

     4,889        7,470   

Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets

     1,441        (1,642

Other Assets and Liabilities

     3,487        735   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

     2,452        3,453   

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

    

Purchases of Property and Equipment

     (6,675     (8,297
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash Used in Investing Activities

     (6,675     (8,297

Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

    

Payments for Share Repurchases

     (34,483     (140

Proceeds from the Exercise of Stock Options

     6,469        2,116   

Excess Tax Benefits on Stock Option Exercises

     1,934        1,414   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash (Used in) Provided by Financing Activities

     (26,080     3,390   

Effect of Exchange Rates on Cash and Cash Equivalents

     149        (20
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Decrease in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (30,154     (1,474

Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning of Period

     61,675        34,830   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Period

   $ 31,521      $ 33,356