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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)
x
QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES
 
 
EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
 
For the quarterly period ended June 28, 2015
 
 
or
 
 
TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13
 
 
OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
 
 
 
 
¨
For the transition period from __________ to __________
 
Commission File Number: 001-35797
Zoetis Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Delaware
 
46-0696167
(State or other jurisdiction of
 
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
incorporation or organization)
 
 
100 Campus Drive, Florham Park, New Jersey
 
07932
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip Code)
(973) 822-7000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. x Yes ¨ No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§ 232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). x Yes ¨ No
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):
Large accelerated filer x
 
Accelerated filer ¨
 
Non-accelerated filer ¨
 
Smaller reporting company ¨
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). ¨ Yes x No
At August 3, 2015, there were 498,943,831 shares of common stock outstanding.





TABLE OF CONTENTS
 
 
 
 
Page
 
Item 1.
 
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited)
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated (Unaudited) Balance Sheets
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Equity (Unaudited)
 
 
 
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited)
 
 
 
Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)
 
 
 
Review Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
 
Item 2.
 
 
Item 3.
 
 
Item 4.
 
 
 
Item 1.
 
 
Item 1A.
 
 
Item 2.
 
 
Item 3.
 
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
 
Item 4.
 
Mine Safety Disclosures
 
Item 5.
 
Other Information
 
Item 6.
 
 
 





PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
Item 1.
Financial Statements

ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(UNAUDITED)

 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AND SHARES, EXCEPT PER SHARE DATA)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Revenue
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255

Costs and expenses:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of sales(a)
 
427

 
413

 
821

 
792

Selling, general and administrative expenses(a)
 
379

 
396

 
733

 
752

Research and development expenses(a)
 
84

 
92

 
164

 
179

Amortization of intangible assets(a)
 
15

 
15

 
30

 
30

Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs
 
266

 
5

 
267

 
8

Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
 
29

 
29

 
57

 
58

Other (income)/deductions—net
 
2

 
8

 
2

 
9

(Loss)/income before provision for taxes on income
 
(27
)
 
200

 
203

 
427

Provision for taxes on income
 
9

 
61

 
74

 
133

Net (loss)/income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
(36
)
 
139

 
129

 
294

Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
1

 
3

 
1

 
3

Net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis Inc.
 
$
(37
)
 
$
136

 
$
128

 
$
291

(Loss) earnings per share attributable to Zoetis Inc. stockholders:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Basic
 
$
(0.07
)
 
$
0.27

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.58

 Diluted
 
$
(0.07
)
 
$
0.27

 
$
0.25

 
$
0.58

Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Basic
 
500.173

 
500.975

 
500.660

 
500.603

 Diluted
 
500.173

 
501.684

 
502.893

 
501.193

Dividends declared per common share
 
$

 
$

 
$
0.083

 
$
0.072

(a) 
Amortization expense related to finite-lived acquired intangible assets that contribute to our ability to sell, manufacture, research, market and distribute products, compounds and intellectual property is included in Amortization of intangible assets as these intangible assets benefit multiple business functions. Amortization expense related to finite-lived acquired intangible assets that are associated with a single function is included in Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses or Research and development expenses, as appropriate, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.

See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
1 |


ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(UNAUDITED)

 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Net (loss)/income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
$
(36
)
 
$
139

 
$
129

 
$
294

Other comprehensive (loss)/income, net of taxes and reclassification adjustments:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net
 
(25
)
 
29

 
(143
)
 
18

Benefit plans: Actuarial gains, net(a)
 

 

 
1

 

                       Plan settlement, net(b)
 

 

 

 
3

Total other comprehensive (loss)/income, net of tax
 
(25
)
 
29

 
(142
)
 
21

Comprehensive (loss)/income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
(61
)
 
168

 
(13
)
 
315

Less: Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 

 
2

 
1

 
2

Comprehensive (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis Inc.
 
$
(61
)
 
$
166

 
$
(14
)
 
$
313

(a) 
Presented net of reclassification adjustments and tax impacts, which are not significant in any period presented. Reclassification adjustments related to benefit plans are generally reclassified, as part of net periodic pension cost, into Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses, and/or Research and development expenses, as appropriate, in the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
(b) Reflects the 2014 settlement charge associated with the 2012 sale of our Netherlands manufacturing facility which was recorded to Other (income)/deductions—net. See Note 12. Benefit Plans for additional information.
 

See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
2 |


ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 
 
June 28,

 
December 31,

 
 
2015

 
2014

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS, EXCEPT SHARE AND PER SHARE DATA)
 
(Unaudited)

 
 
Assets
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
 
$
544

 
$
882

Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $35 in 2015 and $32 in 2014
 
993

 
980

Inventories
 
1,417

 
1,289

Current deferred tax assets
 
127

 
109

Other current assets
 
235

 
205

Total current assets
 
3,316

 
3,465

Property, plant and equipment, less accumulated depreciation of $1,179 in 2015 and $1,145 in 2014
 
1,295

 
1,318

Goodwill
 
1,167

 
976

Identifiable intangible assets, less accumulated amortization
 
697

 
727

Noncurrent deferred tax assets
 
65

 
54

Other noncurrent assets
 
58

 
67

Total assets
 
$
6,598

 
$
6,607

 
 
 
 
 
Liabilities and Equity
 
 
 
 
Short-term borrowings
 
$
4

 
$
7

Current portion of long-term debt
 
400

 

Accounts payable
 
278

 
290

Dividends payable
 

 
42

Accrued expenses
 
627

 
475

Accrued compensation and related items
 
165

 
238

Income taxes payable
 
59

 
26

Other current liabilities
 
39

 
8

Total current liabilities
 
1,572

 
1,086

Long-term debt
 
3,243

 
3,643

Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities
 
234

 
277

Other taxes payable
 
59

 
57

Other noncurrent liabilities
 
288

 
207

Total liabilities
 
5,396

 
5,270

Commitments and contingencies
 

 

Stockholders' equity:
 
 
 
 
Preferred stock, $0.01 par value: 1,000,000,000 authorized, none issued
 

 

Common stock, $0.01 par value: 6,000,000,000 authorized; 501,501,542 and 501,342,267 shares issued; 499,339,397 and 501,327,524 shares outstanding at June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively
 
5

 
5

Treasury stock, at cost, 2,162,145 and 14,743 shares of common stock at June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014,
respectively
 
(100
)
 

Additional paid-in capital
 
980

 
958

Retained earnings
 
795

 
709

Accumulated other comprehensive loss
 
(504
)
 
(361
)
Total Zoetis Inc. equity
 
1,176

 
1,311

Equity attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
26

 
26

Total equity
 
1,202

 
1,337

Total liabilities and equity
 
$
6,598

 
$
6,607

 

See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
3 |


ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY
(UNAUDITED)

 
Zoetis
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Accumulated

 
Equity

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Additional

 
 
 
Other

 
Attributable to

 
 
 
 
Common

 
Treasury

 
Paid-in

 
Retained

 
Comprehensive

 
Noncontrolling

 
Total

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
Stock(a)

 
Stock(a)

 
Capital

 
Earnings

 
Loss

 
Interests

 
Equity

Balance, December 31, 2013
 
$
5

 
$

 
$
878

 
$
276

 
$
(219
)
 
$
22

 
$
962

Six months ended June 29, 2014
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
 

 

 

 
291

 

 
3

 
294

Other comprehensive income/(loss)
 

 

 

 

 
22

 
(1
)
 
21

Share-based compensation awards(b)
 

 

 
13

 

 

 

 
13

Defined contribution plans transactions(c)
 

 

 
29

 

 

 

 
29

Pension plan transfer from Pfizer Inc.(d) 
 

 

 
2

 

 
(2
)
 

 

Employee benefit plan contribution from Pfizer Inc.(e)
 

 

 
1

 

 

 

 
1

Dividends declared
 

 

 

 
(36
)
 

 
(1
)
 
(37
)
Balance, June 29, 2014
 
$
5

 
$

 
$
923

 
$
531

 
$
(199
)
 
$
23

 
$
1,283

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Balance, December 31, 2014
 
$
5

 
$

 
$
958

 
$
709

 
$
(361
)
 
$
26

 
$
1,337

Six months ended June 28, 2015
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net income
 

 

 

 
128

 

 
1

 
129

Other comprehensive (loss)/income
 

 

 

 

 
(143
)
 
1

 
(142
)
Share-based compensation awards (b)
 

 
(2
)
 
21

 

 

 

 
19

Treasury stock acquired(f)
 

 
(98
)
 

 

 

 

 
(98
)
Employee benefit plan contribution from Pfizer Inc.(e)
 

 

 
1

 

 

 

 
1

Dividends declared
 

 

 

 
(42
)
 

 
(2
)
 
(44
)
Balance, June 28, 2015
 
$
5

 
$
(100
)
 
$
980

 
$
795

 
$
(504
)
 
$
26

 
$
1,202

(a) 
As of June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014, there were 499,339,397 and 501,037,794 outstanding shares of common stock, respectively, and 2,162,145 and 13,420 shares of treasury stock, respectively. Treasury stock is recognized at the cost to reacquire the shares. For additional information, see Note 14. Stockholders' Equity.
(b) 
Includes the issuance of shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock and the reacquisition of shares of treasury stock associated with the vesting of employee share-based awards. For additional information, see Note 13. Share-Based Payments and Note. 14. Stockholders' Equity.
(c) 
Reflects company matching and profit-sharing contributions funded through the issuance of shares of Zoetis Inc. common stock. For additional information, see Note 14. Stockholders' Equity.
(d) 
Reflects the 2014 transfers of defined benefit pension plans from Pfizer Inc. and the associated reclassification from Additional Paid in Capital to Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss. See Note 12. Benefit Plans.
(e) 
Represents contributed capital from Pfizer Inc. associated with service credit continuation for certain Zoetis Inc. employees in Pfizer Inc.'s U.S. qualified defined benefit and U.S. retiree medical plans. See Note 12. Benefit Plans.
(f) 
Reflects the acquisition of treasury shares in connection with the Share Repurchase Program. For additional information, see Note 14. Stockholders' Equity.





See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
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ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)

 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

Operating Activities
 
 
 
 
Net income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
$
129

 
$
294

Adjustments to reconcile net income before noncontrolling interests to net cash provided by operating activities:
 
 
 
 
Depreciation and amortization expense
 
98

 
101

Share-based compensation expense
 
21

 
13

Restructuring, net of payments
 
225

 
(5
)
Asset write-offs and asset impairments
 
38

 
1

Deferred taxes
 
(73
)
 
(4
)
Employee benefit plan contribution from Pfizer Inc.
 
1

 
1

Other non-cash adjustments
 
9

 
(8
)
Other changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions and divestitures
 
 
 
 
    Accounts receivable
 
(71
)
 
24

    Inventories
 
(134
)
 
(40
)
    Other assets
 
(30
)
 
(3
)
    Accounts payable
 
(2
)
 
(176
)
    Other liabilities
 
(60
)
 
(100
)
    Other tax accounts, net
 
31

 
38

Net cash provided by operating activities
 
182

 
136

Investing Activities
 
 
 
 
Purchases of property, plant and equipment
 
(91
)
 
(87
)
Milestone payment related to previously acquired intangibles
 

 
(15
)
Asset acquisition(a)
 
(229
)
 

Net proceeds from sales of assets
 
2

 
7

Net cash used in investing activities
 
(318
)
 
(95
)
Financing Activities
 
 
 
 
Decrease in short-term borrowings, net
 
(2
)
 
(2
)
Stock-based compensation-related proceeds and excess tax benefits
 
2

 
1

Purchases of treasury stock
 
(100
)
 

Cash dividends paid
 
(85
)
 
(73
)
Net cash used in financing activities
 
(185
)
 
(74
)
Effect of exchange-rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
 
(17
)
 
1

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
 
(338
)
 
(32
)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
 
882

 
610

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
 
$
544

 
$
578

 
 
 
 
 
Supplemental cash flow information
 
 
 
 
Cash paid during the period for:
 
 
 
 
  Income taxes
 
$
121

 
$
87

  Interest, net of capitalized interest
 
59

 
57

Non-cash transactions:
 
 
 
 
     Purchases of property, plant and equipment
 
$
17

 
$

     Contingent purchase price consideration(a)
 
22

 

(a) 
Reflects the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health. See Note 5. Acquisitions for additional information.




See notes to condensed consolidated financial statements.
5 |


ZOETIS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(UNAUDITED)
1.
Organization
Zoetis Inc. (including its subsidiaries, collectively, Zoetis, the company, we, us or our) is a global leader in the discovery, development, manufacture and commercialization of animal health medicines and vaccines, with a focus on both livestock and companion animals. We organize and operate our business in two geographic regions: the United States (U.S.) and International.
We directly market our products in approximately 70 countries across North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and South America. Our products are sold in more than 120 countries, including developed markets and emerging markets, and our revenue is mostly generated in the United States. We have a diversified business, marketing products across eight core species: cattle, swine, poultry, sheep and fish (collectively, livestock) and dogs, cats and horses (collectively, companion animals); and within five major product categories: anti-infectives, vaccines, parasiticides, medicated feed additives and other pharmaceuticals.
2.
The Separation and Transactions and Agreements with Pfizer
Pfizer Inc. (Pfizer) formed Zoetis to acquire, own and operate the animal health business of Pfizer. On June 24, 2013, Pfizer completed an exchange offer (the Exchange Offer) resulting in the full separation of Zoetis from Pfizer and the disposal of Pfizer's entire ownership and voting interest in Zoetis.
In the first quarter of 2013, through a series of steps (collectively, the Separation), Pfizer transferred to us its subsidiaries holding substantially all of the assets and liabilities of its animal health business. After the Separation, an initial public offering (IPO) of our common stock was completed. Pfizer retained the net proceeds from the IPO.
Zoetis had related party transactions with Pfizer through the completion of the Exchange Offer. As of the completion of the Exchange Offer, Pfizer is no longer a related party. In connection with the IPO, we entered into certain agreements that provide a framework for an ongoing relationship with Pfizer. For additional information regarding activities while Pfizer was a related party, as well as our ongoing agreements with Pfizer, see Note 19. Transactions and Agreements with Pfizer in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
At June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, $19 million and $24 million, respectively, was included in Accounts receivable as receivable from Pfizer, and $34 million and $42 million, respectively, was included in Accounts payable as payable to Pfizer.
3.
Basis of Presentation
The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements were prepared following the requirements of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for interim reporting. As permitted under those rules, certain footnotes or other financial information that are normally required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (U.S. GAAP) can be condensed or omitted. Balance sheet amounts and operating results for subsidiaries operating outside the United States are as of and for the three-month periods ended May 24, 2015, and May 25, 2014.
Revenue, expenses, assets and liabilities can vary during each quarter of the year. Therefore, the results and trends in these interim financial statements may not be representative of those for the full year.
We are responsible for the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements included in this Form 10-Q. The condensed consolidated financial statements include all normal and recurring adjustments that are considered necessary for the fair presentation of our financial position and operating results. The information included in this interim report should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and accompanying notes included in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
In the second quarter of 2015, we changed our segment reporting structure and recategorized certain costs that are not allocated to our operating segments. The prior period presentation has been revised to reflect the new segment reporting structure. See Note 17. Segment and Other Revenue Information for additional information.
Certain reclassifications have been made to prior year data to conform to current year presentation.
4.
Significant Accounting Policies
New Accounting Standards
In July 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued an accounting standards update to simplify the measurement of inventory by requiring that inventory be measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value, rather than as the lower of cost or market with market being defined as either replacement cost, net realizable value or net realizable value less a normal profit margin. The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2017, for annual and interim reporting periods. The guidance will be adopted prospectively and early adoption is permitted. We are currently assessing the potential impact that the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements, as well as whether or not to early adopt this guidance.

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In April 2015, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented on the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that debt liability, consistent with debt discounts, rather than as a deferred charge (i.e., an asset). The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2016, for annual and interim reporting periods. The guidance requires all prior period balance sheets to be adjusted retrospectively and early adoption is permitted. As of June 28, 2015, we had approximately $18 million of debt issuance costs recorded within Other noncurrent assets. We are currently assessing whether or not to early adopt this guidance.
In February 2015, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that provides revised guidance on whether to consolidate certain legal entities, such as limited partnerships, limited liability corporations and securitization structures. The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2016, for annual and interim reporting periods. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently assessing the potential impact that the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements, as well as whether or not to early adopt this guidance.
In May 2014, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that outlines a new, single comprehensive model for companies to use in accounting for revenue arising from contracts with customers. This update supersedes most current revenue recognition guidance under U.S. GAAP. The core principle of the new guidance is that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The guidance includes a five-step model for determining how, when and how much revenue should be recognized. This update also requires additional disclosure about the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. In July 2015, the FASB issued a one year deferral of the effective date. The provisions of the new standard are now effective for Zoetis beginning January 1, 2018, for annual and interim reporting periods. Early adoption is permitted beginning on January 1, 2017. The new standard allows for either full retrospective or modified retrospective transition upon adoption. We continue to assess the transition method we will elect for adoption as well as the potential impact that adopting this new guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
5.
Acquisitions
Acquisition of Abbott Animal Health
On February 10, 2015, we completed the purchase of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health (AAH), a subsidiary of Abbott Laboratories (Abbott). AAH is a companion animal health business focused on the veterinary surgical suite. The purchase expands our companion animal product portfolio to include veterinarian solutions for anesthesia, pain management, and the diagnosis of diabetes.
The $254 million purchase price included net cash of $229 million and an additional contingent payment of $25 million which is due to Abbott within one year of the acquisition date, subject to certain deductions in the event of sales disruptions due to supply issues. The range of undiscounted amounts that Zoetis could pay pursuant to this contingent consideration arrangement is between zero and $25 million, with an acquisition date fair value of $22 million. The fair value of the contingent consideration recognized as of the acquisition date was determined using a probability weighted discounted cash flow analysis that considered significant estimates and assumptions not available in the market (Level 3 inputs).
The transaction was accounted for as a business combination, with the net assets acquired measured at their respective acquisition date fair values. Preliminary amounts recorded for the acquisition include $13 million of inventory, $8 million of in-process research and development (IPR&D) associated with oncology and osteoarthritis projects, $4 million of trade names related to diabetes and pain management products, $11 million of developed technology assets associated with pain management and surgical products, $15 million of other intangible assets including a favorable supply agreement and product exclusivity rights and property, plant and equipment of less than $1 million. Trade names and developed technology assets will be amortized over 15 years while other intangible assets acquired have a weighted average useful life of 5 years.
Goodwill of $200 million, representing the excess of consideration transferred over the fair value of assets acquired, was allocated across our reportable segments and is predominantly attributable to synergies expected to be realized through the integration of AAH operations into the existing Zoetis business. The goodwill recorded is expected to be deductible for tax purposes.
All amounts recorded are subject to final valuation, however any difference between such amounts and the final fair value determination for net assets acquired is not expected to be material to our condensed consolidated financial statements.
Acquisition-related costs of the transaction were expensed as incurred and are not material to our condensed consolidated statements of operations. AAH revenue and earnings occurring subsequent to the acquisition date have been included in our 2015 financial results but are not material to the condensed consolidated statements of operations.
6.
Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives
In connection with our cost-reduction/productivity initiatives, we typically incur costs and charges associated with site closings and other facility rationalization actions, workforce reductions and the expansion of shared services, including the development of global systems. In connection with our acquisition activity, we typically incur costs and charges associated with executing the transactions, integrating the acquired operations, which may include expenditures for consulting and the integration of systems and processes, product transfers and restructuring the consolidated company, which may include charges related to employees, assets and activities that will not continue in the consolidated company. All operating functions can be impacted by these actions, including sales and marketing, manufacturing and research and development (R&D), as well as functions such as business technology, shared services and corporate operations.

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On May 5, 2015, we announced a comprehensive operational efficiency program, which is incremental to the supply network strategy that was previously announced. These program’s actions are focused on reducing complexity in our product portfolios through the elimination of approximately 5,000 product SKUs, changing our selling approach in certain markets and reducing our presence in certain countries, as well as planning to sell or exit ten manufacturing sites over the long term. We also plan to optimize our resource allocation and efficiency by reducing resources associated with non-customer facing commercial activities and operating more efficiently as a result of less internal complexity and more standardization of processes. As part of these initiatives, we expect to reduce certain positions through divestitures, normal attrition and involuntary terminations by approximately 2,000 to 2,500, subject to consultations with works councils and unions in certain countries, primarily over the next 18 months.
In the second quarter of 2015, we recorded restructuring charges of $253 million relating to the operational efficiency initiative, consisting of employee termination costs of $228 million and asset impairment charges of $25 million.
In the second quarter of 2015, we recorded restructuring charges of $10 million relating to the supply network strategy, consisting of employee termination costs of $9 million and asset impairment charges of $1 million.
In the first half of 2014, we recorded restructuring charges of $5 million related to employee termination costs in Europe as a result of initiatives to reduce costs and better align our organizational structure.
The components of costs incurred in connection with restructuring initiatives, acquisitions and cost-reduction/productivity initiatives follow:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Integration costs(a)
 
$
3

 
$
2

 
$
4

 
$
4

Restructuring charges(b):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Employee termination costs
 
237

 
3

 
237

 
3

Accelerated depreciation
 

 

 

 
1

Asset impairment charges
 
26

 

 
26

 

Total Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs
 
266

 
5

 
267

 
8

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other costs associated with cost-reduction/productivity initiatives:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other operational efficiency initiative charges(c)
 
10

 

 
20

 

Other supply network strategy charges(d)
 
5

 
 
 
10

 
 
Total costs associated with acquisitions and cost-reduction/productivity initiatives
 
$
281

 
$
5

 
$
297

 
$
8

(a) 
Integration costs represent external, incremental costs directly related to integrating acquired businesses and primarily include expenditures for consulting and the integration of systems and processes, as well as product transfer costs.
(b) 
The restructuring charges for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, represent charges related to our operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy. The restructuring charges for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, include employee termination costs in Europe ($3 million and $5 million, respectively). Additionally, the six months ended June 29, 2014, includes a reversal of a previously established reserve as a result of a change in estimate of severance costs ($2 million benefit), and accelerated depreciation related to the exiting of a research facility ($1 million).
The restructuring charges are associated with the following:
For the three and six months ended June 28, 2015—U.S. ($30 million), International ($115 million) and Manufacturing/research/corporate ($118 million).
For the three months ended June 29, 2014—International ($3 million).
For the six months ended June 29, 2014—International ($5 million) and Manufacturing/research/corporate ($1 million benefit).
(c) 
Primarily represents consulting fees and is included in Selling, general and administrative expenses .
(d) 
Primarily represents consulting fees and is included in Cost of sales.
The components of, and changes in, our restructuring accruals follow:
 
 
Employee

 
Asset

 
 
 
 
 
 
Termination

 
Impairment

 
Exit

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
Costs

 
Charges

 
Costs

 
Accrual

Balance, December 31, 2014(a)
 
$
18

 
$

 
$
1

 
$
19

Provision
 
237

 
26

 

 
263

Utilization and other(b)
 
(12
)
 
(26
)
 

 
(38
)
Balance, June 28, 2015(a)
 
$
243

 
$

 
$
1

 
$
244

(a) 
At June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, included in Accrued expenses ($148 million and $13 million, respectively) and Other noncurrent liabilities ($96 million and $6 million, respectively).
(b) 
Includes adjustments for foreign currency translation.

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7.
Other (Income)/Deductions—Net
The components of Other (income)/deductions—net follow:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Royalty-related income
 
$
(7
)
 
$
(6
)
 
$
(14
)
 
$
(14
)
Identifiable intangible asset impairment charges(a)
 
2

 

 
2

 

Net gain on sale of assets(b)
 

 
(6
)
 

 
(6
)
Certain legal and other matters, net(c)
 

 
13

 

 
11

Foreign currency loss(d)
 
4

 
7

 
12

 
16

Other, net(e)
 
3

 

 
2

 
2

Other (income)/deductions—net
 
$
2

 
$
8

 
$
2

 
$
9

(a) 
For the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, represents an impairment of IPR&D assets related to the termination of a canine oncology project.
(b) 
For the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, represents the net gain on sale of land in our Taiwan joint venture.
(c) 
For the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, represents a $13 million charge related to a commercial settlement in Mexico. See Note 16. Commitments and Contingencies for additional information. The six months ended June 29, 2014, also includes a $2 million insurance recovery of litigation related charges.
(d) 
Primarily driven by costs related to hedging and exposures to certain emerging market currencies. The six months ended June 29, 2014, also includes losses related to the depreciation of the Argentine peso in the first quarter of 2014.
(e) 
For the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, primarily represents inventory losses of $3 million sustained as a result of weather damage at storage facilities in Brazil and Australia, partially offset by interest income and other miscellaneous income. For the six months ended June 29, 2014, represents a pension plan settlement charge related to the sale of a manufacturing plant, partially offset by interest income and other miscellaneous income.
8.
Income Taxes
A.
Taxes on Income
The effective tax rate was (33.3)% for the second quarter of 2015, compared with 30.5% for the second quarter of 2014. The negative effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2015 was driven by a pre-tax loss which resulted from restructuring charges recorded in the quarter related to the operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy. See Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives for additional information. In addition the effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2015 includes a $6 million discrete tax benefit related to prior period tax adjustments, partially offset by a valuation allowance of $3 million, and changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings as well as repatriation costs.
The effective tax rate was 36.5% for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with 31.1% for the six months ended June 29, 2014. The higher effective tax rate for the six months ended June 28, 2015 was primarily attributable to:
changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings from operations, restructuring charges related to the operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy, as well as repatriation costs; and
the recording of a valuation allowance of $3 million in the second quarter of 2015;
partially offset by:
an $9 million discrete tax benefit recorded in the first quarter of 2015 related to a revaluation of deferred taxes as a result of a change in tax rates; and
a $6 million discrete tax benefit recorded related to prior period tax adjustments.
B.
Deferred Taxes
As of June 28, 2015, the total net deferred income tax liability of $52 million is included in Current deferred tax assets ($127 million), Noncurrent deferred tax assets ($65 million), Accrued expenses ($10 million) and Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities ($234 million).
As of December 31, 2014, the total net deferred income tax liability of $125 million is included in Current deferred tax assets ($109 million), Noncurrent deferred tax assets ($54 million), Accrued expenses ($11 million) and Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities ($277 million).
C.
Tax Contingencies
As of June 28, 2015, the tax liabilities associated with uncertain tax positions of $57 million (exclusive of interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions of $8 million) are included in Noncurrent deferred tax assets ($6 million) and Other taxes payable ($51 million).
As of December 31, 2014, the tax liabilities associated with uncertain tax positions of $54 million (exclusive of interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions of $8 million) are included in Noncurrent deferred tax assets ($6 million) and Other taxes payable ($48 million).
Our tax liabilities for uncertain tax positions relate primarily to issues common among multinational corporations. Any settlements or statute of limitations expirations could result in a significant decrease in our uncertain tax positions. Substantially all of these unrecognized tax benefits, if recognized, would impact our effective income tax rate. We do not expect that within the next twelve months any of our uncertain tax positions could significantly decrease as a result of settlements with taxing authorities or the expiration of the statutes of limitations. Our assessments are

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based on estimates and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by management, but our estimates of uncertain tax positions and potential tax benefits may not be representative of actual outcomes, and any variation from such estimates could materially affect our financial statements in the period of settlement or when the statutes of limitations expire, as we treat these events as discrete items in the period of resolution. Finalizing audits with the relevant taxing authorities can include formal administrative and legal proceedings, and, as a result, it is difficult to estimate the timing and range of possible changes related to our uncertain tax positions, and such changes could be significant.
9.
Financial Instruments
A.
Debt
Credit Facilities
In December 2012, we entered into a revolving credit agreement with a syndicate of banks providing for a five-year $1.0 billion senior unsecured revolving credit facility (the credit facility), which became effective in February 2013 upon the completion of the IPO and expires in December 2017. Subject to certain conditions, we have the right to increase the credit facility to up to $1.5 billion. The credit facility contains a financial covenant requiring us to not exceed a maximum total leverage ratio (the ratio of consolidated net debt as of the end of the period to consolidated Earnings Before Interest, Income Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (EBITDA) for such period) of 3.50:1 for fiscal year 2015 and 3.00:1 thereafter. The credit facility also contains a financial covenant requiring that we maintain a minimum interest coverage ratio (the ratio of EBITDA at the end of the period to interest expense for such period) of 3.50:1. In addition, the credit facility contains other customary covenants. We were in compliance with all financial covenants as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014. There were no amounts drawn under the credit facility as of June 28, 2015, or December 31, 2014.
We have additional lines of credit and other credit arrangements with a group of banks and other financial intermediaries for general corporate purposes. We maintain cash and cash equivalent balances in excess of our outstanding short-term borrowings. As of June 28, 2015, we had access to $82 million of lines of credit which expire at various times through 2017. Short-term borrowings outstanding related to these facilities were $4 million and $7 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively. Long-term borrowings outstanding related to these facilities were $2 million and $3 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively.
Commercial Paper Program
In February 2013, we entered into a commercial paper program with a capacity of up to $1.0 billion. As of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, there was no commercial paper issued under this program.
Short-Term Borrowings
As of June 28, 2015, short-term borrowings outstanding related to credit facilities were $4 million, with a weighted-average interest rate of 6.4%. As of December 31, 2014, short-term borrowings outstanding related to credit facilities were $7 million, with a weighted-average interest rate of 9.7%. See Credit Facilities for additional information.
Senior Notes Offering and Other Long-Term Debt
On January 28, 2013, we issued $3.65 billion aggregate principal amount of our senior notes (the senior notes offering) in a private placement, with an original issue discount of $10 million. The senior notes are comprised of $400 million aggregate principal amount of our 1.150% senior notes due 2016, $750 million aggregate principal amount of our 1.875% senior notes due 2018, $1.35 billion aggregate principal amount of our 3.250% senior notes due 2023 and $1.15 billion aggregate principal amount of our 4.700% senior notes due 2043.
The current portion of long-term debt was $400 million as of June 28, 2015, with a weighted-average interest rate of 1.150%. There was no current portion of long-term debt as of December 31, 2014.
The senior notes are governed by an indenture and supplemental indenture (collectively, the indenture) between us and Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee. The indenture contains certain covenants, including limitations on our and certain of our subsidiaries' ability to incur liens or engage in sale-leaseback transactions. The indenture also contains restrictions on our ability to consolidate, merge or sell substantially all of our assets. In addition, the indenture contains other customary terms, including certain events of default, upon the occurrence of which the senior notes may be declared immediately due and payable.
Pursuant to the indenture, we are able to redeem the senior notes, in whole or in part, at any time by paying a “make whole” premium, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date of redemption. Pursuant to our tax matters agreement with Pfizer, we will not be permitted to redeem the 2023 notes pursuant to this optional redemption provision, except under limited circumstances. Upon the occurrence of a change of control of us and a downgrade of the senior notes below an investment grade rating by each of Moody's Investors Service, Inc. and Standard & Poor's Ratings Services, we are, in certain circumstances, required to make an offer to repurchase all of the outstanding senior notes at a price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount of the senior notes together with accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date of repurchase.

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The components of our long-term debt follow:
 
 
June 28,

 
December 31,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

Lines of credit, due 2016-2018
 
$
2

 
$
3

1.150% Senior Notes due 2016
 
400

 
400

1.875% Senior Notes due 2018
 
750

 
750

3.250% Senior Notes due 2023
 
1,350

 
1,350

4.700% Senior Notes due 2043
 
1,150

 
1,150

 
 
3,652

 
3,653

Unamortized debt discount
 
(9
)
 
(10
)
Less current portion of long-term debt
 
(400
)
 

Long-term debt
 
$
3,243

 
$
3,643

The fair value of our long-term debt, including the current portion of long-term debt, was $3,580 million and $3,690 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively, and has been determined using a third-party matrix-pricing model that uses significant inputs derived from, or corroborated by, observable market data and Zoetis’s credit rating (Level 2 inputs).
The principal amount of long-term debt outstanding, including the current portion of long-term debt, as of June 28, 2015, matures in the following years:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
After

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2016

 
2017

 
2018

 
2019

 
2020

 
2020

 
Total

Maturities
 
$
401

 
$

 
$
751

 
$

 
$

 
$
2,500

 
$
3,652

Interest Expense
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest, was $29 million and $57 million for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and $29 million and $58 million for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively. Capitalized interest was $1 million and $2 million for the both the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014, respectively.
B.
Derivative Financial Instruments
Foreign Exchange Risk
A significant portion of our revenue, earnings and net investment in foreign affiliates is exposed to changes in foreign exchange rates. We seek to manage our foreign exchange risk, in part, through operational means, including managing same-currency revenue in relation to same-currency costs and same-currency assets in relation to same-currency liabilities. Depending on market conditions, foreign exchange risk is also managed through the use of derivative financial instruments. These financial instruments serve to protect net income against the impact of the translation into U.S. dollars of certain foreign exchange-denominated transactions. The aggregate notional amount of foreign exchange derivative financial instruments offsetting foreign currency exposures was $1.3 billion and $1.1 billion, as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively. The derivative financial instruments primarily offset exposures in the euro, U.K. pound, and Japanese Yen. The vast majority of the foreign exchange derivative financial instruments mature within 60 days and all mature within 180 days.
All derivative contracts used to manage foreign currency risk are measured at fair value and are reported as assets or liabilities on the condensed consolidated balance sheet. The company has not designated the foreign currency forward-exchange contracts as hedging instruments. We recognize the gains and losses on forward-exchange contracts that are used to offset the same foreign currency assets or liabilities immediately into earnings along with the earnings impact of the items they generally offset. These contracts essentially take the opposite currency position of that reflected in the month-end balance sheet to counterbalance the effect of any currency movement.
Fair Value of Derivative Instruments
The location and fair values of derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments are as follows:
 
 
Fair Value of Derivatives
 
 
June 28,

 
December 31,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
Balance Sheet Location
2015

 
2014

Foreign currency forward-exchange contracts
Other current assets
$
11

 
$
9

Foreign currency forward-exchange contracts
Other current liabilities 
(12
)
 
(4
)
Total foreign currency forward-exchange contracts
 
$
(1
)
 
$
5

We use a market approach in valuing financial instruments on a recurring basis. Our derivative financial instruments are measured at fair value on a recurring basis using Level 2 inputs in the calculation of fair value.

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The net gains and losses incurred on foreign currency forward-exchange contracts not designated as hedging instruments were losses of $1 million and gains of $6 million for the three and six months ended ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and losses of $13 million and $1 million for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively, and are recorded in Other (income)/deductions—net. These amounts were substantially offset in Other (income)/deductions—net by the effect of changing exchange rates on the underlying foreign currency exposures.
10.
Inventories
The components of inventory follow:
 
 
June 28,

 
December 31,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

Finished goods
 
$
715

 
$
688

Work-in-process
 
424

 
340

Raw materials and supplies
 
278

 
261

Inventories
 
$
1,417

 
$
1,289

11.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
A.
Goodwill
Prior to the second quarter of 2015, our businesses were managed through four operating segments, and they are now managed through two operating segments: U.S. and International. See Note 17. Segment and Other Revenue Information for additional information.
The components of, and changes in, the carrying amount of goodwill follow:
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
U.S.

 
International

 
Total

Balance, December 31, 2014
 
$
501

 
$
475

 
$
976

Additions(a)
 
162

 
38

 
200

Other(b)
 

 
(9
)
 
(9
)
Balance, June 28, 2015
 
$
663

 
$
504

 
$
1,167

(a) 
Reflects the allocation across reportable segments of goodwill associated with the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health (amounts recorded are preliminary and subject to final valuation). For additional information, see Note 5. Acquisitions.
(b) 
Reflects adjustments for foreign currency translation.
The gross goodwill balance was $1,703 million and $1,512 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively. Accumulated goodwill impairment losses (generated entirely in fiscal 2002) were $536 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014.

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B.
Other Intangible Assets
The components of identifiable intangible assets follow:
 
 
As of June 28, 2015
 
As of December 31, 2014
 
 
 
 
 
 
Identifiable

 
 
 
 
 
Identifiable

 
 
Gross

 
 
 
Intangible Assets

 
Gross

 
 
 
Intangible Assets

 
 
Carrying

 
Accumulated

 
Less Accumulated

 
Carrying

 
Accumulated

 
Less Accumulated

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
Amount

 
Amortization

 
Amortization

 
Amount

 
Amortization

 
Amortization

Finite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Developed technology rights(a)
 
$
709

 
$
(268
)
 
$
441

 
$
744

 
$
(259
)
 
$
485

Brands
 
212

 
(116
)
 
96

 
216

 
(111
)
 
105

Trademarks and trade names(a)
 
63

 
(42
)
 
21

 
60

 
(41
)
 
19

Other(a)
 
133

 
(116
)
 
17

 
119

 
(116
)
 
3

Total finite-lived intangible assets
 
1,117

 
(542
)
 
575

 
1,139

 
(527
)
 
612

Indefinite-lived intangible assets:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Brands
 
39

 

 
39

 
38

 

 
38

Trademarks and trade names
 
67

 

 
67

 
67

 

 
67

In-process research and development(a)
 
8

 

 
8

 
2

 

 
2

Product rights
 
8

 

 
8

 
8

 

 
8

Total indefinite-lived intangible assets
 
122

 

 
122

 
115

 

 
115

Identifiable intangible assets
 
$
1,239

 
$
(542
)
 
$
697

 
$
1,254

 
$
(527
)
 
$
727

(a) 
Includes the acquisition of intangible assets associated with the purchase of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health in the first quarter of 2015 (amounts recorded are preliminary and subject to final valuation), as well as the impact of foreign exchange. For additional information, see Note 5. Acquisitions.
C.
Amortization
Amortization expense related to acquired intangible assets that contribute to our ability to sell, manufacture, research, market and distribute products, compounds and intellectual property is included in Amortization of intangible assets as it benefits multiple business functions. Amortization expense related to acquired intangible assets that are associated with a single function is included in Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses or Research and development expenses, as appropriate. Total amortization expense for finite-lived intangible assets was $16 million and $31 million for each of the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014, respectively.
12.
Benefit Plans
Prior to the Separation from Pfizer, employees who met certain eligibility requirements participated in various defined benefit pension plans and postretirement plans administered and sponsored by Pfizer. Effective December 31, 2012, our employees ceased to participate in the Pfizer U.S. qualified defined benefit and U.S. retiree medical plans, and liabilities associated with our employees under these plans were retained by Pfizer. Pfizer is continuing to credit certain employees' service with Zoetis generally through December 31, 2017 (or termination of employment from Zoetis, if earlier) for certain early retirement benefits with respect to Pfizer's U.S. defined benefit pension and retiree medical plans. Pension and postretirement benefit expense associated with the extended service for certain employees in the U.S. plans totaled approximately $1 million in each three month period ended June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014, respectively, and approximately $3 million in each six month period ended June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014, respectively.
As part of the Separation (see Note 2. The Separation and Transactions and Agreements with Pfizer), certain separation adjustments were made to transfer the assets and liabilities of certain international defined benefit pension plans from Pfizer to Zoetis. During the first quarter of 2014, our pension plan in Japan was transferred to us from Pfizer. The net pension obligation (approximately $2 million) and the related accumulated other comprehensive loss (approximately $2 million, net of tax) associated with this plan were recorded. During the remainder of 2014, our pension plans in Australia, Belgium and Switzerland were transferred to us. Prior to the Separation and transfer, these benefit plans were accounted for as multi-employer plans. There were no transfers during the first six months of 2015. As of June 28, 2015, there existed a net liability of $1 million for the expected transfer of the Philippines pension plan which is expected to occur in 2015.
The following table provides the net periodic benefit cost associated with dedicated pension plans (including those transferred to us):
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Service cost
 
$
2

 
$
1

 
$
4

 
$
2

Interest cost
 
1

 

 
2

 
1

Expected return on plan assets
 
(1
)
 

 
(1
)
 

Amortization of net actuarial loss
 
1

 

 
1

 

Settlement loss(a)
 

 

 

 
4

Net periodic benefit cost
 
$
3

 
$
1

 
$
6

 
$
7

(a) 
Includes the first quarter 2014 settlement charge of approximately $4 million ($3 million, net of tax) associated with the 2012 sale of our Netherlands manufacturing facility.
Total company contributions to the dedicated international pension plans were $1 million and $3 million for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and $0 million and $2 million for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively. We expect to contribute a total of approximately $7 million to these plans in 2015.
Pension expense associated with international benefit plans accounted for as multi-employer plans was approximately $2 million and $3 million for the three months and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively. Contributions to these plans were approximately $1 million and $2 million for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively. There were no plans accounted for as multi-employer plans in 2015.
13.
Share-Based Payments
The company may grant a variety of share-based payments under the Zoetis 2013 Equity and Incentive Plan (Equity Plan) to employees and non-employee directors. The principal types of share-based awards available under the Equity Plan may include, but are not limited to, stock options, restricted stock and restricted stock units (RSUs), deferred stock unit awards (DSUs), performance share unit awards (PSUs) and other equity-based or cash-based awards.

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The components of share-based compensation expense follow:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Stock options / stock appreciation rights
 
$
5

 
$
4

 
$
11

 
$
7

RSUs / DSUs
 
5

 
4

 
9

 
6

PSUs
 
1

 

 
1

 

Share-based compensation expense—total(a)
 
$
11

 
$
8

 
$
21

 
$
13

(a) For the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, we capitalized $1 million of share-based compensation expense to inventory.
During the six months ended June 28, 2015, the company granted 857,715 stock options with a weighted-average exercise price of $45.99 per stock option and a weighted-average fair value of $11.69 per option. The fair-value based method for valuing each Zoetis stock option grant on the grant date uses the Black-Scholes-Merton option-pricing model, which incorporates a number of valuation assumptions. The expected volatility assumption required for the Black-Scholes-Merton model for the 2015 grant was calculated using a 2-year historical volatility of the Zoetis stock price and weighting it equally against the implied volatility. Prior to 2015, the company had used an implied volatility. The selection of the blended historical and implied volatility approach was based on our assessment that this calculation of expected volatility is more representative of future stock price trends. The weighted-average fair value was estimated based on the following assumptions: risk-free interest rate of 1.79%; expected dividend yield of 0.72%; expected stock price volatility of 23.91%; and expected term of 6.5 years. The values determined through this fair-value based method generally are amortized on a straight-line basis over the vesting term into Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses, or Research and development expenses, as appropriate.
During the six months ended June 28, 2015, the company granted 707,932 RSUs with a weighted-average grant date fair value of $46.04 per RSU. RSUs are accounted for using a fair-value-based method that utilizes the closing price of Zoetis common stock on the date of grant. In general, RSUs vest after three years of continuous service from the grant date and the values are amortized on a straight-line basis over the vesting term into Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses, or Research and development expenses, as appropriate.
During the six months ended June 28, 2015, the company granted 157,130 PSUs with a weighted-average grant date fair value of $63.14 per PSU. PSUs are accounted for using a Monte Carlo simulation model. The units underlying the PSUs will be earned and vested over a three-year performance period, based upon total shareholder return of the company in comparison to the total shareholder return of the S&P 500 index at the start of the performance period (Relative TSR). The weighted-average fair value was estimated based on volatility assumptions of Zoetis common stock and an average of peer companies, which were 21.8% and 23.5%, respectively. Depending on the company’s Relative TSR performance at the end of the performance period, the recipient may earn between 0% and 200% of the target number of units. Vested units are settled in shares of the company’s common stock. PSU values are amortized on a straight-line basis over the vesting term into Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses, or Research and development expenses, as appropriate.
14.
Stockholders' Equity
Zoetis is authorized to issue 6,000,000,000 shares of common stock and 1,000,000,000 shares of preferred stock.
Changes in common shares and treasury stock were as follows:
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AND SHARES)
 
Common Shares Issued(a)

 
Treasury Stock(a)

 
Cost of Treasury Stock

Balance, December 31, 2013
 
500.008

 

 
$

Stock-based compensation(b)
 
0.086

 
0.013

 
0.4

Defined contribution plan
 
0.957

 

 

Balance, June 29, 2014
 
501.051

 
0.013

 
$
0.4

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Balance, December 31, 2014
 
501.342

 
0.015

 
$
0.5

Stock-based compensation(b)
 
0.159

 
0.023

 
1.1

Share repurchase program(c)
 

 
2.124

 
98.1

Balance, June 28, 2015
 
501.502

 
2.162

 
$
99.7

(a) 
Shares may not add due to rounding.
(b) 
Treasury shares associated with stock-based compensation are reacquired from employees to satisfy tax withholding requirements on the vesting of restricted shares from equity-based awards. For additional information regarding share-based compensation, see Note 13. Share-Based Payments.
(c) 
In November 2014, the company's Board of Directors authorized a $500 million share repurchase program. Purchases of Zoetis shares may be made at the discretion of management, depending on market conditions and business needs. As of June 28, 2015, there was approximately $402 million remaining under this authorization.

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Changes, net of tax, in accumulated other comprehensive loss, excluding noncontrolling interest, follow:
 
 
Currency Translation

 
 
 
 
 
 
Adjustment

 
Benefit Plans

 
Accumulated Other

 
 
Net Unrealized

 
Actuarial

 
Comprehensive

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
Gains/(Losses)

 
Gains/(Losses)

 
Loss

Balance, December 31, 2014
 
$
(336
)
 
$
(25
)
 
$
(361
)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax
 
(144
)
 
1


(143
)
Balance, June 28, 2015
 
$
(480
)
 
$
(24
)
 
$
(504
)
15.
Earnings per Share
The following table presents the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS AND SHARES, EXCEPT PER SHARE DATA)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Numerator
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net (loss)/income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
$
(36
)
 
$
139

 
$
129

 
$
294

Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
1

 
3

 
1

 
3

Net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis Inc.
 
$
(37
)
 
$
136

 
$
128

 
$
291

Denominator
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Weighted-average common shares outstanding
 
500.173

 
500.975

 
500.660

 
500.603

Common stock equivalents: stock options, RSUs, PSUs and DSUs
 

 
0.709

 
2.233

 
0.590

Weighted-average common and potential dilutive shares outstanding
 
500.173

 
501.684

 
502.893

 
501.193

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
(Loss)/earnings per share attributable to Zoetis Inc. stockholders—basic
 
$
(0.07
)
 
$
0.27

 
$
0.26

 
$
0.58

(Loss)/earnings per share attributable to Zoetis Inc. stockholders—diluted
 
$
(0.07
)
 
$
0.27

 
$
0.25

 
$
0.58

Common stock equivalents were not included for the three months ended June 28, 2015, as the effect would have been anti-dilutive. There were approximately 0.6 million stock options outstanding for the six months ended June 28, 2015, and 3 million and 2 million stock options outstanding for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively, under the company’s Equity Plan that were excluded from the computation of diluted earnings per share, as the effect would have been anti-dilutive.
16.
Commitments and Contingencies
We and certain of our subsidiaries are subject to numerous contingencies arising in the ordinary course of business. For a discussion of our tax contingencies, see Note 8. Income Taxes.
A.
Legal Proceedings
Our non-tax contingencies include, among others, the following:
Product liability and other product-related litigation, which can include injury, consumer, off-label promotion, antitrust and breach of contract claims.
Commercial and other matters, which can include product-pricing claims and environmental claims and proceedings.
Patent litigation, which typically involves challenges to the coverage and/or validity of our patents or those of third parties on various products or processes.
Government investigations, which can involve regulation by national, state and local government agencies in the United States and in other countries.
Certain of these contingencies could result in losses, including damages, fines and/or civil penalties, and/or criminal charges, which could be substantial.
We believe that we have strong defenses in these types of matters, but litigation is inherently unpredictable and excessive verdicts do occur. We do not believe that any of these matters will have a material adverse effect on our financial position. However, we could incur judgments, enter into settlements or revise our expectations regarding the outcome of certain matters, and such developments could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations or cash flows in the period in which the amounts are paid.
We have accrued for losses that are both probable and reasonably estimable. Substantially all of these contingencies are subject to significant uncertainties and, therefore, determining the likelihood of a loss and/or the measurement of any loss can be complex. Consequently, we are

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unable to estimate the range of reasonably possible loss in excess of amounts accrued. Our assessments are based on estimates and assumptions that have been deemed reasonable by management, but the assessment process relies heavily on estimates and assumptions that may prove to be incomplete or inaccurate, and unanticipated events and circumstances may occur that might cause us to change those estimates and assumptions.
Amounts recorded for legal and environmental contingencies can result from a complex series of judgments about future events and uncertainties and can rely heavily on estimates and assumptions.
The principal matters to which we are a party are discussed below. In determining whether a pending matter is significant for financial reporting and disclosure purposes, we consider both quantitative and qualitative factors in order to assess materiality, such as, among other things, the amount of damages and the nature of any other relief sought in the proceeding, if such damages and other relief are specified; our view of the merits of the claims and of the strength of our defenses; whether the action purports to be a class action and our view of the likelihood that a class will be certified by the court; the jurisdiction in which the proceeding is pending; any experience that we or, to our knowledge, other companies have had in similar proceedings; whether disclosure of the action would be important to a reader of our financial statements, including whether disclosure might change a reader’s judgment about our financial statements in light of all of the information about the company that is available to the reader; the potential impact of the proceeding on our reputation; and the extent of public interest in the matter. In addition, with respect to patent matters, we consider, among other things, the financial significance of the product protected by the patent.
PregSure®
We have received in total approximately 240 claims in Europe and New Zealand seeking damages related to calves claimed to have died of Bovine Neonatal Pancytopenia (BNP) on farms where PregSure BVD, a vaccine against Bovine Virus Diarrhea (BVD), was used. BNP is a rare syndrome that first emerged in cattle in Europe in 2006. Studies of BNP suggest a potential association between the administration of PregSure and the development of BNP, although no causal connection has been established. The cause of BNP is not known.
In 2010, we voluntarily stopped sales of PregSure BVD in Europe, and recalled the product at wholesalers while investigations into possible causes of BNP continued. In 2011, after incidences of BNP were reported in New Zealand, we voluntarily withdrew the marketing authorization for PregSure throughout the world.
We have settled more than half of these claims for amounts that are not material individually or in the aggregate. Investigations into possible causes of BNP continue and these settlements may not be representative of any future claims resolutions.
Ulianopolis, Brazil
In February 2012, the Municipality of Ulianopolis (State of Para, Brazil) filed a complaint against Fort Dodge Saúde Animal Ltda. (FDSAL) and five other large companies alleging that waste sent to a local waste incineration facility for destruction, but that was not ultimately destroyed as the facility lost its operating permit, caused environmental impacts requiring cleanup.
The Municipality is seeking recovery of cleanup costs purportedly related to FDSAL's share of all waste accumulated at the incineration facility awaiting destruction, and compensatory damages to be allocated among the six defendants. We believe we have strong arguments against the claim, including defense strategies against any claim of joint and several liability.
At the request of the Municipal prosecutor, in April 2012, the lawsuit was suspended for one year. Since that time, the prosecutor has initiated investigations into the Municipality's actions in the matter as well as the efforts undertaken by the six defendants to remove and dispose of their individual waste from the incineration facility. On October 3, 2014, the Municipal prosecutor announced that the investigation remained ongoing and outlined the terms of a proposed Term of Reference (a document that establishes the minimum elements to be addressed in the preparation of an Environmental Impact Assessment), under which the companies would be liable to withdraw the waste and remediate the area. On March 5, 2015, we presented our response to the prosecutor’s proposed Term of Reference, arguing that the proposed terms were overly general in nature, and expressing our interest in discussing alternatives to address the matter. In response, the prosecutor suggested engaging a technical consultant to conduct an environmental diagnostic of the contaminated area. On May 29, 2015, we, in conjunction with the other defendant companies, submitted a draft cooperation agreement to the prosecutor, which outlined the proposed terms and conditions for the engagement of a technical consultant to conduct the environmental diagnostic.
Other Matters
The European Commission published a decision on alleged competition law infringements by several human health pharmaceutical companies on June 19, 2013. One of the involved legal entities is Alpharma, LLC, formerly having the name Alpharma Inc. Alpharma, LLC's involvement is solely related to its human health activities prior to Pfizer's acquisition of King/Alpharma. Zoetis paid a fine in the amount of Euro 11 million (approximately $14 million) and was reimbursed by Pfizer in accordance with the Global Separation Agreement between Pfizer and Zoetis, which provides that Pfizer is obligated to indemnify Zoetis for any liabilities arising out of claims not related to its animal health assets. We filed an appeal of the decision on September 6, 2013; the appeal remains pending.
In July 2014, we reached a commercial settlement with several large poultry customers in Mexico associated with specific lots of a Zoetis poultry vaccine. Although there have been no quality or efficacy issues with the manufacturing of this vaccine, certain shipments from several lots in Mexico may have experienced an issue in storage with a third party in Mexico that could have impacted their efficacy. We issued a recall of these lots in July 2014 and the product is currently unavailable in Mexico. We recorded a $13 million charge in Other (income)/deductions—net in the second quarter of 2014, and we do not expect any significant additional charges related to this issue. In the third quarter of 2014, we were notified of an insurance recovery of $1 million and have recorded this in Other (income)/deductions—net.

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On March 30, 2015, we were served with a complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania by two additional customers in Mexico, alleging damages suffered as a result of the use of poultry vaccines obtained from the recalled lots discussed above. We have moved to dismiss the complaint in its entirety on grounds that the complaint fails to properly state a claim on which relief can be granted and fails to properly name all interested parties. Those motions currently remain pending before the Court.
Lascadoil Contamination in Animal Feed
An investigation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Michigan Department of Agriculture is ongoing to determine how lascadoil, oil for industrial use, made its way into the feed supply of certain turkey and hog feed mills in Michigan. The contaminated feed is believed to have caused the deaths of approximately 50,000 turkeys and the contamination (but not death) of at least 20,000 hogs in August 2014. While it remains an open question as to how the lascadoil made its way into the animal feed, the allegations are that lascadoil intended to be sold for reuse as biofuel was inadvertently sold to producers of soy oil, who in turn, unknowingly sold the contaminated soy oil to fat recycling vendors, who then sold the contaminated soy oil to feed mills for use in animal feed. Indeed, related to the FDA investigation, Shur-Green Farms LLC, a producer of soy oil, recalled certain batches of soy oil allegedly contaminated with lascadoil on October 13, 2014.
During the course of its investigation, the FDA identified the process used to manufacture Zoetis’ Avatec® (lasalocid sodium) and Bovatec® (lasalocid sodium) products as one possible source of the lascadoil, since lascadoil contains small amounts of lasalocid, the active ingredient found in both products. Zoetis has historically sold any and all industrial lascadoil byproduct to an environmental company specializing in waste disposal. The environmental company is contractually obligated to incinerate the lascadoil or resell it for use in biofuel. Under the terms of the agreement, the environmental company is expressly prohibited from reselling the lascadoil to be used as a component in food. The FDA inspected the Zoetis site where Avatec and Bovatec are manufactured, and found no evidence that Zoetis was involved in the contamination of the animal feed.
On March 10, 2015, plaintiffs Restaurant Recycling, LLC and Superior Feed Ingredients, LLC, both of whom are in the fat recycling business, filed a complaint against Shur-Green Farms alleging negligence and breach of warranty claims arising from their purchase of soy oil allegedly contaminated with lascadoil. Plaintiffs resold the allegedly contaminated soy oil to turkey feed mills for use in feed ingredient. Plaintiffs also named Zoetis as a defendant in the complaint alleging that Zoetis failed to properly manufacture its products and breached an implied warranty that the soy oil was fit for use at turkey and hog mills. Zoetis was served with the complaint on June 3, 2015, and we filed our answer, denying all allegations, on July 15, 2015. We believe we have strong arguments against all claims and do not believe there is any liability on the part of Zoetis.
B.
Guarantees and Indemnifications
In the ordinary course of business and in connection with the sale of assets and businesses, we indemnify our counterparties against certain liabilities that may arise in connection with the transaction or related to activities prior to the transaction. These indemnifications typically pertain to environmental, tax, employee and/or product-related matters and patent-infringement claims. If the indemnified party were to make a successful claim pursuant to the terms of the indemnification, we would be required to reimburse the loss. These indemnifications are generally subject to threshold amounts, specified claim periods and other restrictions and limitations. Historically, we have not paid significant amounts under these provisions and, as of June 28, 2015, recorded amounts for the estimated fair value of these indemnifications were not significant.
17.
Segment and Other Revenue Information
A.
Segment Information
In the second quarter of 2015, we changed our segment reporting structure to reflect the way management makes operating decisions. We consolidated our prior Europe/Africa/Middle East (EuAfME), Canada/Latin America (CLAR) and Asia/Pacific (APAC) operating segments into one operating segment. As a result, the company's new segment reporting structure consists of two reportable segments: the United States and International. We also recategorized certain costs that are not allocated to our operating segments. There has been no change in our total condensed consolidated financial condition or results of operations previously reported as a result of the change in our segment structure. The prior period presentation has been revised to reflect the new segment reporting structure.
We manage our operations through two geographic regions. Each operating segment has responsibility for its commercial activities. Within each of these operating segments, we offer a diversified product portfolio, including vaccines, parasiticides, anti-infectives, medicated feed additives and other pharmaceuticals, for both livestock and companion animal customers.
Operating Segments
Our operating segments are the United States and International. Our chief operating decision maker uses the revenue and earnings of the two operating segments, among other factors, for performance evaluation and resource allocation.
Other Costs and Business Activities
Certain costs are not allocated to our operating segment results, such as costs associated with the following:
Other business activities includes our Client Supply Services (CSS) contract manufacturing results, as well as expenses associated with our dedicated veterinary medicine research and development organization, research alliances, U.S. regulatory affairs and other operations focused on the development of our products. Other R&D-related costs associated with non-U.S. market and regulatory activities are generally included in the international commercial segment.

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Corporate, which is responsible for platform functions such as business technology, facilities, legal, finance, human resources, business development, and communications, among others. These costs also include compensation costs and other miscellaneous operating expenses not charged to our operating segments, as well as interest income and expense.
Certain transactions and events such as (i) Purchase accounting adjustments, where we incur expenses associated with the amortization of fair value adjustments to inventory, intangible assets and property, plant and equipment; (ii) Acquisition-related activities, where we incur costs for restructuring and integration; and (iii) Certain significant items, which includes non-acquisition-related restructuring charges, certain asset impairment charges, stand-up costs and costs associated with cost reduction/productivity initiatives.
Other unallocated includes (i) certain overhead expenses associated with our global manufacturing operations not charged to our operating segments; (ii) certain costs associated with business technology and finance that specifically support our global manufacturing operations; (iii) certain supply chain and global logistics costs; and (iv) procurement costs.
Segment Assets
We manage our assets on a total company basis, not by operating segment. Therefore, our chief operating decision maker does not regularly review any asset information by operating segment and, accordingly, we do not report asset information by operating segment. Total assets were approximately $6.6 billion at both June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014.
Selected Statement of Income Information                                 
 
 
Earnings
 
Depreciation and Amortization(a)
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Three months ended
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
$
539

 
$
459

 
 
 
 
Cost of Sales
 
127

 
106

 
 
 
 
Gross Profit
 
412

 
353

 
 
 
 
    Gross Margin
 
76.4
%
 
76.9
%
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
93

 
95

 
 
 
 
Other (income)/deductions
 

 

 
 
 
 
U.S. Earnings
 
319

 
258

 
$
7

 
$
9

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue(b)
 
622

 
683

 
 
 
 
Cost of Sales
 
225

 
243

 
 
 
 
Gross Profit
 
397

 
440

 
 
 
 
    Gross Margin
 
63.8
%
 
64.4
%
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
151

 
175

 
 
 
 
Other (income)/deductions
 
4

 
2

 
 
 
 
International Earnings
 
242

 
263

 
13

 
12

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total operating segments
 
561

 
521

 
20

 
21

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other business activities(c)
 
(67
)
 
(75
)
 
6

 
7

Reconciling Items:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate(d)
 
(123
)
 
(125
)
 
10

 
8

Purchase accounting adjustments(e)
 
(15
)
 
(13
)
 
12

 
13

Acquisition-related costs(f)
 
(4
)
 
(2
)
 

 

Certain significant items(g)
 
(319
)
 
(53
)
 
1

 
1

Other unallocated(h)
 
(60
)
 
(53
)
 
1

 
1

Total (Loss)/Earnings(i)
 
$
(27
)
 
$
200

 
$
50

 
$
51



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Earnings
 
Depreciation and Amortization(a)
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Six months ended
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
$
1,060

 
$
938

 
 
 
 
Cost of Sales
 
252

 
217

 
 
 
 
Gross Profit
 
808

 
721

 
 
 
 
    Gross Margin
 
76.2
%
 
76.9
%
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
174

 
185

 
 
 
 
Other (income)/deductions
 

 

 
 
 
 
U.S. Earnings
 
634

 
536

 
$
13

 
$
17

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue(b)
 
1,193

 
1,290

 
 
 
 
Cost of Sales
 
429

 
460

 
 
 
 
Gross Profit
 
764

 
830

 
 
 
 
    Gross Margin
 
64.0
%
 
64.3
%
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
286

 
322

 
 
 
 
Other (income)/deductions
 
6

 
3

 
 
 
 
International Earnings
 
472

 
505

 
24

 
25

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total operating segments
 
1,106

 
1,041

 
37

 
42

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Other business activities(c)
 
(135
)
 
(148
)
 
13

 
14

Reconciling Items:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate(d)
 
(254
)
 
(247
)
 
19

 
14

Purchase accounting adjustments(e)
 
(28
)
 
(25
)
 
25

 
25

Acquisition-related costs(f)
 
(5
)
 
(4
)
 

 

Certain significant items(g)
 
(360
)
 
(89
)
 
2

 
3

Other unallocated(h)
 
(121
)
 
(101
)
 
2

 
3

Total Earnings(i)
 
$
203

 
$
427

 
$
98

 
$
101

(a) 
Certain production facilities are shared. Depreciation and amortization is allocated to the reportable operating segments based on estimates of where the benefits of the related assets are realized.
(b) 
Revenue denominated in euros was $151 million and $286 million for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and $182 million and $350 million for the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively.
(c) 
Other business activities reflects the R&D costs managed by our Research and Development organization, as well as revenue and expenses related to our contract manufacturing business.
(d) 
Corporate includes, among other things, administration expenses, interest expense, certain compensation and other costs not charged to our operating segments.
(e) 
Purchase accounting adjustments includes certain charges related to intangible assets and property, plant and equipment not charged to our operating segments, and the fair value adjustments to acquired inventory.
(f) 
Acquisition-related costs can include costs associated with acquiring, integrating and restructuring acquired businesses, such as allocated transaction costs, integration costs, restructuring charges and additional depreciation associated with asset restructuring. For additional information, see Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives.
(g) 
Certain significant items includes substantive, unusual items that, either as a result of their nature or size, would not be expected to occur as part of our normal business on a regular basis. Such items primarily include certain costs related to becoming an independent public company, restructuring charges and implementation costs associated with our cost-reduction/productivity initiatives that are not associated with an acquisition, certain legal and commercial settlements and the impact of divestiture-related gains and losses.
For the second quarter of 2015, Certain significant items primarily includes: (i) Zoetis stand-up costs of $39 million; (ii) charges related to our operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy of $278 million; and (iii) an impairment of IPR&D assets of $2 million related to the termination of a canine oncology project. Stand-up costs include certain nonrecurring costs related to becoming an independent public company, such as new branding (including changes to the manufacturing process for required new packaging), the creation of standalone systems and infrastructure, site separation, and certain legal registration and patent assignment costs.
For the second quarter of 2014, Certain significant items primarily includes: (i) Zoetis stand-up costs of $41 million; (ii) charges related to a commercial settlement in Mexico of $13 million; (iii) the Zoetis portion of a net gain on the sale of land by our Taiwan joint venture of $3 million; and (iv) restructuring charges of $3 million related to employee severance costs in Europe.

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For the six months ended June 28, 2015, Certain significant items primarily includes: (i) Zoetis stand-up costs of $62 million; (ii) charges related to our operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy of $293 million; (iii) an impairment of IPR&D assets of $2 million related to the termination of a canine oncology project; and (iv) charges due to unusual investor-related activities of $3 million.
For the six months ended June 29, 2014, Certain significant items primarily includes: (i) Zoetis stand-up costs of $74 million; (ii) charges related to a commercial settlement in Mexico of $13 million; (iii) restructuring charges of $5 million related to employee severance costs in Europe, partially offset by a $2 million benefit related to a reversal of a previously established reserve as a result of a change in estimate of severance costs; (iv) the Zoetis portion of a net gain on the sale of land by our Taiwan joint venture of $3 million; (v) additional depreciation associated with asset restructuring of $1 million; (vi) a pension plan settlement charge related to the divestiture of a manufacturing plant of $4 million; and (vii) an insurance recovery of litigation-related charges of $2 million income.
(h) 
Includes overhead expenses associated with our manufacturing and supply operations, as well as procurement costs.
(i) 
Defined as income before provision for taxes on income.
B.
Other Revenue Information
Revenue by Species
Significant species revenue are as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Livestock:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cattle
 
$
372

 
$
379

 
$
769

 
$
770

Swine
 
162

 
157

 
332

 
317

Poultry
 
138

 
146

 
267

 
281

Other
 
18

 
21

 
37

 
41

 
 
690

 
703

 
1,405

 
1,409

Companion Animal:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Horses
 
42

 
46

 
82

 
89

Dogs and Cats
 
429

 
393

 
766

 
730

 
 
471

 
439

 
848

 
819

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Contract Manufacturing
 
14

 
16

 
24

 
27

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total revenue
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255

Revenue by Major Product Category
Significant revenue by major product category are as follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Anti-infectives
 
$
278

 
$
287

 
$
590

 
$
609

Vaccines
 
286

 
304

 
557

 
578

Parasiticides
 
193

 
199

 
346

 
350

Medicated feed additives
 
119

 
109

 
240

 
213

Other pharmaceuticals
 
237

 
207

 
424

 
398

Other non-pharmaceuticals
 
48

 
36

 
96

 
80

Contract manufacturing
 
14

 
16

 
24

 
27

Total revenue
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255


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Review Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Shareholders and Board of Directors
Zoetis Inc.:
We have reviewed the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheet of Zoetis Inc. and subsidiaries (the Company) as of June 28, 2015, the related condensed consolidated statements of income and comprehensive income for the three and six-month periods ended June 28, 2015 and June 29, 2014, and the related condensed consolidated statements of equity and cash flows for the six-month periods ended June 28, 2015 and June 29, 2014. These condensed consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management.

We conducted our reviews in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). A review of interim financial information consists principally of applying analytical procedures and making inquiries of persons responsible for financial and accounting matters. It is substantially less in scope than an audit conducted in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the objective of which is the expression of an opinion regarding the financial statements taken as a whole. Accordingly, we do not express such an opinion.
Based on our reviews, we are not aware of any material modifications that should be made to the condensed consolidated financial statements as of June 28, 2015 and for the three and six-month periods ended June 28, 2015 and June 29, 2014 referred to above for them to be in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
We have previously audited, in accordance with standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheet of Zoetis Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2014, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, equity, and cash flows for the year then ended (not presented herein); and in our report dated February 27, 2015, we expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial statements. In our opinion, the information set forth in the accompanying condensed consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2014, is fairly stated, in all material respects, in relation to the consolidated balance sheet from which it has been derived.

/s/ KPMG LLP
New York, New York
August 6, 2015


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Item 2.
Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations (MD&A)
Overview of our business
We are a global leader in the discovery, development, manufacture and commercialization of animal health medicines and vaccines, with a focus on both livestock and companion animals. For more than 60 years, as a business unit of Pfizer Inc. (Pfizer) and since 2013, as an independent public company, we have been committed to enhancing the health of animals and bringing solutions to our customers who raise and care for them.
We manage our operations through two geographic operating segments. Within each of these operating segments, we offer a diversified product portfolio for both livestock and companion animal customers in order to capitalize on local and regional trends and customer needs. Our two operating segments are the United States (U.S.) and International. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 17. Segment and Other Revenue Information.
We directly market our products to livestock producers and veterinarians located in approximately 70 countries across North America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and South America, and are a market leader in nearly all of the major regions in which we operate. Through our efforts to establish an early and direct presence in many emerging markets, such as Brazil, China and India, we believe we are the largest animal health medicines and vaccines business as measured by revenue across emerging markets as a whole. In markets where we do not have a direct commercial presence, we generally contract with distributors that provide logistics and sales and marketing support for our products.
We believe our investments in the industry’s largest sales organization, including our extensive network of technical and veterinary operations specialists, our high-quality manufacturing and reliability of supply, and our long track record of developing products that meet customer needs, has led to enduring and valued relationships with our customers. Our research and development (R&D) efforts enable us to deliver innovative products to address unmet needs and evolve our product lines so they remain relevant for our customers. Additionally, our management team’s focus on improving operational and cost efficiencies increases the likelihood of achieving our core growth strategies and enhancing long-term value for our shareholders.
A summary of our 2015 performance compared with the comparable 2014 period follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Revenue
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
1
 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255

 
1

Net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis
 
(37
)
 
136

 
*
 
128

 
291

 
(56
)
Adjusted net income(a)
 
216

 
189

 
14
 
423

 
380

 
11

(a) 
Adjusted net income is a non-GAAP financial measure. See the "Adjusted net income" section of this MD&A for more information.
Our operating environment
For a description of our operating environment, including factors which could materially affect our business, financial condition, or future results, see "Our Operating Environment" in the MD&A of our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K. Set forth below are updates to certain of the factors disclosed in our 2014 Form 10-K.
Quarterly Variability of Financial Results
Our quarterly financial results are subject to variability related to a number of factors including but not limited to: weather patterns, herd management decisions, economic conditions, regulatory actions, competitive dynamics, disease outbreaks, product and geographic mix, timing of price increases and timing of investment decisions.
Disease outbreaks
Sales of our livestock products could be adversely affected by the outbreak of disease carried by animals. Outbreaks of disease may reduce regional or global sales of particular animal-derived food products or result in reduced exports of such products, either due to heightened export restrictions or import prohibitions, which may reduce demand for our products. Also, the outbreak of any highly contagious disease near our main production sites could require us to immediately halt production of our products at such sites or force us to incur substantial expenses in procuring raw materials or products elsewhere. Alternatively, sales of products that treat specific disease outbreaks may increase.
For example, outbreaks of the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv) have been occurring in the United States since 2013 and in Europe since 2014. PEDv has existed in parts of Asia for many years. It is important to note that the virus, which affects piglets, does not create a food safety issue. We are committed to supporting pork producers in understanding and controlling PEDv and we have partnered with key stakeholders, including various academic institutions such as the University of Minnesota and Iowa State University. In September 2014, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) granted us a conditional license for a vaccine to help fight PEDv. In order to receive the conditional license, we had to demonstrate the safety of the vaccine in a field study and provide a reasonable expectation of the vaccine’s efficacy. We began supplying the vaccine to veterinarians and pig farmers in September 2014, and we are working to complete the efficacy and potency studies necessary to obtain full licensure in the United States from the USDA. Since first reported in the United States in 2013, PEDv has continued to spread and has now been reported in at least 34 U.S. states, as well as in Canada, Mexico, parts of South America, additional markets in Asia, including Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan; and several countries in Europe, including Spain, Germany, Italy, and France. According to recent reports,

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during 2014 PEDv impacted up to 50% of the sows in the United States, and up to one-third of the sows in Mexico. Although many of the farms that were previously infected have since returned to normal production, the virus continues to pose a threat to the swine industry. We currently believe the impact of PEDv on our 2015 revenue will not be significant. However, we are closely monitoring the evolution of this on-going outbreak and its impact on the swine industry and on our 2015 revenue.
In addition, since December 2014, highly pathogenic H5 avian influenza virus infections have been reported in domestic poultry, captive birds and wild birds in the United States, with a majority of confirmed infections occurring in backyard and commercial poultry flocks. The egg and turkey industry have been most impacted by this occurrence of avian influenza. USDA surveillance indicates that more than 40 million birds have been affected (either infected or exposed) in at least 20 states. It is important to note that human infection with avian influenza viruses has not occurred from eating properly cooked poultry or poultry products. We are closely monitoring the developments as this situation unfolds and currently believe the impact on our 2015 global revenue will not be significant.
Foreign exchange rates
Significant portions of our revenue and costs are exposed to changes in foreign exchange rates. Our products are sold in more than 120 countries and, as a result, our revenue is influenced by changes in foreign exchange rates. For the six months ended June 28, 2015, approximately 49% of our revenue was denominated in foreign currencies. We seek to manage our foreign exchange risk, in part, through operational means, including managing same-currency revenue in relation to same-currency costs and same-currency assets in relation to same-currency liabilities. As we operate in multiple foreign currencies, including the euro, Brazilian real, Canadian dollar, Australian dollar and other currencies, changes in those currencies relative to the U.S. dollar will impact our revenue, cost of goods and expenses, and consequently, net income. Exchange rate fluctuations may also have an impact beyond our reported financial results and directly impact operations. These fluctuations may affect the ability to buy and sell our goods and services between markets impacted by significant exchange rate variances. For the six months ended June 28, 2015, approximately 51% of our total revenue was in U.S. dollars. Our year-over-year revenue growth was unfavorably impacted by 10% from changes in foreign currency values relative to the U.S. dollar.
On February 13, 2013, the Venezuelan government devalued its currency from a rate of 4.3 to 6.3 Venezuelan bolivars per U.S. dollar. Our Venezuelan subsidiary's functional currency is the U.S. dollar because of the hyperinflationary status of the Venezuelan economy. In the first quarter of 2014, the Venezuelan government expanded its exchange mechanisms, resulting in three official rates of exchange for the Venezuelan bolivar.
On February 10, 2015, the Venezuelan government announced that they would continue to operate with a three-tier exchange rate system. In addition, they announced that the primary rate of 6.3 bolivars to the dollar would remain in place for imports that are deemed essential. A new free-floating rate (SIMADI) will replace the existing third-tier rate (SICAD II). As of June 28, 2015, the Venezuelan bolivar to U.S. dollar exchange rates were the CENCOEX rate of 6.3; the SICAD I rate of 12.8; and the SIMADI rate of 197. We continue to use the CENCOEX rate of 6.3 to report our Venezuela financial position, results of operations and cash flows.
We cannot predict whether there will be further devaluation of the Venezuelan bolivar or whether our use of the 6.3 rate will continue to be supported by evolving facts and circumstances.
We may experience adverse impacts to earnings as our revenue, costs and expenses may be translated into U.S. dollars at lower rates. As of May 24, 2015, we had net monetary assets denominated in local currency of $70 million (including $81 million in cash) in Venezuela and other consolidated entities had receivables from our Venezuela business of $51 million. For the six months ended May 24, 2015, our revenue from the Venezuelan market was approximately $43 million.
In February 2014, the Venezuelan government issued a Law on Fair Pricing, establishing a maximum profit margin of 30%. At the time of its issuance, there was uncertainty as to how the law would be interpreted and applied. The Venezuelan government also recently issued new regulations relating to the publication of these fair prices to consumers. While we believe we are currently fully compliant with this new law, it is uncertain how this law may be interpreted and enforced in the future.
The actions of the Venezuelan government described above relating to currency and to the interpretation and enforcement of the Law on Fair Pricing and associated regulations, as well as other potential actions by the Venezuelan government in response to economic uncertainties could impact the recoverability of our investment in Venezuela, which could result in a charge and, under extreme circumstances, could impact our ability to continue to operate in the country in the same manner as we have historically.
Based on all of the factors noted above, we have decided to decrease our activity in Venezuela in 2015. As a result, we expect our revenue for the year ended November 30, 2015, to decline, as compared with $77 million for the year ended November 30, 2014.
Comparability of historical results and our relationship with Pfizer
Our historical expenses are not necessarily indicative of the expenses we may incur in the future as we continue to stand up as an independent public company. With respect to support functions, for example, our historical combined financial statements prior to the IPO have included expense allocations for certain support functions that were provided on a centralized basis within Pfizer, such as expenses for business technology, facilities, legal, finance, human resources, and, to a lesser extent, business development, public affairs and procurement, among others. At the time of the IPO, we entered into a transitional services agreement with Pfizer whereby Pfizer agreed to provide us with various corporate support services. In addition, we entered into a master manufacturing and supply agreement with Pfizer, whereby we and Pfizer agreed to manufacture and supply products to each other. We are also incurring other costs to replace the services and resources that will not be provided by Pfizer. As an independent public company, our total costs related to such support functions may differ from the costs charged under

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these agreements with Pfizer, or that were historically allocated to us from Pfizer. For additional information regarding our ongoing agreements with Pfizer, see Note 19. Transactions and Agreements with Pfizer in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
We have also incurred certain nonrecurring costs related to becoming an independent public company, including new branding (which includes changes to the manufacturing process for required new packaging), the creation of standalone systems and infrastructure, site separation and certain legal registration and patent assignment costs.
Public company expenses
As a result of the IPO, we became subject to the reporting requirements of the Exchange Act and the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. We have established additional procedures and practices as an independent public company. As a result, we are incurring additional costs, including, but not limited to, internal audit, investor relations, stock administration and regulatory compliance costs.
Recent acquisitions and government-mandated divestitures
The assets, liabilities, operating results and cash flows of acquired businesses are included in our results commencing from their respective acquisition dates.
On February 10, 2015, we completed the purchase of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health, a subsidiary of Abbott Laboratories. For additional information, see Note 5. Acquisitions.
Analysis of the condensed consolidated statements of operations
The following discussion and analysis of our statements of operations should be read along with our condensed consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included elsewhere in Part I, Item 1 of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Revenue
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
1

 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255

 
1

Costs and expenses:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cost of sales(a)
 
427

 
413

 
3

 
821

 
792

 
4

% of revenue
 
36
 %
 
36
%
 
 
 
36
%
 
35
%
 
 
Selling, general and administrative expenses(a)
 
379

 
396

 
(4
)
 
733

 
752

 
(3
)
% of revenue
 
32
 %
 
34
%
 
 
 
32
%
 
33
%
 
 
Research and development expenses(a)
 
84

 
92

 
(9
)
 
164

 
179

 
(8
)
% of revenue
 
7
 %
 
8
%
 
 
 
7
%
 
8
%
 
 
Amortization of intangible assets(a)
 
15

 
15

 

 
30

 
30

 

Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs
 
266

 
5

 
*

 
267

 
8

 
*

Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
 
29

 
29

 

 
57

 
58

 
(2
)
Other (income)/deductions—net
 
2

 
8

 
(75
)
 
2

 
9

 
(78
)
(Loss)/income before provision for taxes on income
 
(27
)
 
200

 
*

 
203

 
427

 
(52
)
% of revenue
 
(2
)%
 
17
%
 
 
 
9
%
 
19
%
 
 
Provision for taxes on income
 
9

 
61

 
(85
)
 
74

 
133

 
(44
)
Effective tax rate
 
(33.3
)%
 
30.5
%
 
 
 
36.5
%
 
31.1
%
 
 
Net (loss)/income before allocation to noncontrolling interests
 
(36
)
 
139

 
*

 
129

 
294

 
(56
)
Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 
1

 
3

 
(67
)
 
1

 
3

 
(67
)
Net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis
 
$
(37
)
 
$
136

 
*

 
$
128

 
$
291

 
(56
)
% of revenue
 
(3
)%
 
12
%
 
 
 
6
%
 
13
%
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
(a) 
Amortization expense related to finite-lived acquired intangible assets that contribute to our ability to sell, manufacture, research, market and distribute products, compounds and intellectual property is included in Amortization of intangible assets as these intangible assets benefit multiple business functions. Amortization expense related to acquired intangible assets that are associated with a single function is included in Cost of sales, Selling, general and administrative expenses or Research and development expenses, as appropriate.

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Revenue
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Total revenue increased by $17 million in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, reflecting higher operational revenue of $123 million, or 11%, comprised of 9% volume increases and 2% price increases. Operational revenue growth is defined as revenue growth excluding the impact of foreign exchange. Operational revenue growth was driven by increased revenue in the U.S. segment, in addition to solid performance from international markets, particularly Brazil, Venezuela, China, and the United Kingdom. Total livestock sales increased 8% operationally, driven by growth across all of our key species, particularly due to new product launches and favorable market conditions in cattle, and an increase in treatable animals due to the recovery of the swine population after last year’s PEDv outbreaks. Total companion animal sales increased 15% operationally, driven by the addition of sales from the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health, as well as the performance of Apoquel®.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Total revenue increased by $22 million in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, reflecting higher operational revenue of $187 million, or 8%, comprised of 5% volume increases and 3% price increases. Operational revenue growth was driven by increased revenue in the U.S. segment, in addition to strong performance from international markets, particularly Brazil, Venezuela, China, and the United Kingdom. Total livestock sales increased 8% operationally, driven by growth across all of our key species, particularly due to new product launches and favorable market conditions in cattle, and an increase in treatable animals due to the recovery of the swine population after last year’s PEDv outbreaks. Total companion animal sales increased 10% operationally, driven by the addition of sales from the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health, as well as the performance of Apoquel®.
Costs and Expenses
Cost of sales
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
Cost of sales
 
$
427

 
$
413

 
3
 
$
821

 
$
792

 
4
% of revenue
 
36.3
%
 
35.7
%
 
 
 
36.1
%
 
35.1
%
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three and six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three and six months ended June 29, 2014
Cost of sales increased by $14 million, or 3%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, and $29 million, or 4%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily as a result of:
an increase in sales volume and unfavorable product mix;
higher global manufacturing and supply costs; and
consulting charges relating to our supply network strategy;
partially offset by:
favorable foreign exchange.
Selling, general and administrative expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Selling, general and administrative expenses
 
$
379

 
$
396

 
(4
)
 
$
733

 
$
752

 
(3
)
% of revenue
 
32
%
 
34
%
 
 
 
32
%
 
33
%
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Selling, general & administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased by $17 million, or 4%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, primarily as a result of:
favorable foreign exchange; and
a reduction in marketing and other spending,
partially offset by:
consulting charges relating to our operational efficiency initiative;
an increase in bad debt expense;
higher share-based payment expenses; and
higher costs associated with our enabling functions, including higher business technology and facilities costs.

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Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Selling, general & administrative (SG&A) expenses decreased by $19 million, or 3%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015 compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily as a result of:
favorable foreign exchange; and
a reduction in marketing and other spending,
partially offset by:
consulting charges relating to our operational efficiency initiative;
higher costs associated with our enabling functions, including higher business technology and facilities costs;
an increase in bad debt expense; and
higher share-based payment expenses.
Research and development expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Research and development expenses
 
$
84

 
$
92

 
(9
)
 
$
164

 
$
179

 
(8
)
% of revenue
 
7
%
 
8
%
 
 
 
7
%
 
8
%
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
R&D expenses decreased $8 million, or 9%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, primarily as a result of:
favorable foreign exchange; and
lower equipment and laboratory supply costs due to timing and progression of project plans.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
R&D expenses decreased $15 million, or 8%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily as a result of:
favorable foreign exchange; and
a decrease in project spending due to timing and progression of project plans.
Amortization of intangible assets
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
Amortization of intangible assets
 
$
15

 
$
15

 
 
$
30

 
$
30

 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three and six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three and six months ended June 29, 2014
Amortization of intangible assets was flat in the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the three and six months ended June 29, 2014.
Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs
 
$
266

 
$
5

 
*
 
$
267

 
$
8

 
*
* Calculation not meaningful.
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
On May 5, 2015, we announced a comprehensive operational efficiency program, which is incremental to the supply network strategy that was previously announced. These program’s actions are focused on reducing complexity in our product portfolios through the elimination of approximately 5,000 product SKUs, changing our selling approach in certain markets and reducing our presence in certain countries, as well as planning to sell or exit ten manufacturing sites over the long term. We also plan to optimize our resource allocation and efficiency by reducing resources associated with non-customer facing commercial activities and operating more efficiently as a result of less internal complexity and more standardization of processes.

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The implementation of our operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy is expected to reduce revenue and gross profit by 2017 by approximately $280 million and $100 million, respectively. Additionally, we expect these actions to generate approximately $300 million in annual cost savings by 2017. As part of this initiative, we expect to reduce certain positions through divestitures, normal attrition and involuntary terminations by approximately 2,000 to 2,500, subject to consultations with works councils and unions in certain countries, primarily over the next 18 months. We expect these actions to result in approximately $400 million to $500 million in pre-tax charges.
Our acquisition-related costs are primarily related to restructuring charges for employees, assets and activities that will not continue in the future, as well as integration costs. The majority of these net restructuring charges are related to termination costs, but we may also exit distributor and other contracts and perform facility rationalization efforts. Our integration costs are generally comprised of consulting costs related to the integration of systems and processes, as well as product transfer costs.
For additional information regarding restructuring charges and acquisition-related costs, see Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs increased by $261 million in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, as a result of an increase in employee termination costs and asset impairment charges. In the second quarter of 2015, we recorded restructuring charges of $253 million relating to the operational efficiency initiative, consisting of employee termination costs of $228 million and asset impairment charges of $25 million, and restructuring charges of $10 million relating to the supply network strategy, consisting of employee termination costs of $9 million and asset impairment charges of $1 million. In the second quarter of 2014, we recorded restructuring charges of $3 million related to employee severance costs in Europe as a result of initiatives to reduce costs and better align our organizational structure.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs increased by $259 million in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, as a result of an increase in employee termination costs and asset impairment charges. For the six months ended June 28, 2015, we recorded restructuring charges of $253 million relating to the operational efficiency initiative, consisting of employee termination costs of $228 million and asset impairment charges of $25 million, and restructuring charges of $10 million relating to the supply network strategy, consisting of employee termination costs of $9 million and asset impairment charges of $1 million. In the first half of 2014, we recorded restructuring charges of $5 million related to employee severance costs in Europe as a result of initiatives to reduce costs and better align our organizational structure.
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
 
$
29

 
$
29

 
 
$
57

 
$
58

 
(2
)
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest, was flat in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Interest expense, net of capitalized interest, decreased $1 million, or 2%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015 compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014.
Other (income)/deductions—net
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Other (income)/deductions—net
 
$
2

 
$
8

 
(75
)
 
$
2

 
$
9

 
(78
)
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
The change in Other (income)/deductions—net reflects a favorable impact of $6 million on income attributable to Zoetis in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, primarily due to:
lower charges for legal and other matters as a result of a commercial settlement of $13 million in Mexico in 2014;
partially offset by:
an impairment of IPR&D assets related to the termination of a canine oncology project;

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charges related to inventory losses as a result of weather damage to storage facilities in Brazil and Australia; and
the nonrecurrence of a net gain on the sale of land by our Taiwan joint venture in 2014.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
The change in Other (income)/deductions—net reflects a favorable impact of $7 million on income attributable to Zoetis in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily due to:
lower charges for legal and other matters as a result of a commercial settlement of $13 million in Mexico in 2014;
lower foreign currency losses in 2015 as a result of the depreciation of the Argentine peso in the first quarter of 2014; and
the nonrecurrence of a pension plan settlement charge incurred in the first quarter of 2014 related to the sale of a manufacturing plant,
partially offset by:
an impairment of IPR&D assets related to the termination of a canine oncology project;
charges related to inventory losses as a result of weather damage to storage facilities in Brazil and Australia; and
the nonrecurrence of a net gain on the sale of land by our Taiwan joint venture in 2014.
Provision for taxes on income
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Provision for taxes on income
 
$
9

 
$
61

 
(85
)
 
$
74

 
$
133

 
(44
)
Effective tax rate
 
(33.3
)%
 
30.5
%
 
 
 
36.5
%
 
31.1
%
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
The effective tax rate was (33.3)% for the second quarter of 2015, compared with 30.5% for the second quarter of 2014. The negative effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2015 was driven by a pre-tax loss which resulted from restructuring charges recorded in the quarter related to the operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy. In addition, the effective tax rate for the second quarter of 2015 included a $6 million discrete tax benefit recorded related to prior period tax adjustments offset by the recording of a valuation allowance of $3 million, and changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings as well as repatriation costs.
The impact of the incentive tax rulings in Belgium, effective December 1, 2012 through 2017, and Singapore, effective October 29, 2012 through 2016, continue to be a component of the 2015 effective tax rate.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
The effective tax rate was 36.5% for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with 31.1% for the six months ended June 29, 2014. The higher effective tax rate for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, was primarily attributable to:
changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings from operations, restructuring charges related to the operational efficiency initiative and supply network strategy, as well as repatriation costs; and
the recording of a valuation allowance of $3 million in the second quarter of 2015;
partially offset by:
an $9 million discrete tax benefit recorded in the first quarter of 2015 related to a revaluation of deferred taxes as a result of a change in tax rates; and
a $6 million discrete tax benefit recorded related to prior period tax adjustments.

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Operating Segment Results
In the second quarter of 2015, we changed our segment reporting structure to reflect the way management makes operating decisions. We consolidated our prior Europe/Africa/Middle East (EuAfME), Canada/Latin America (CLAR) and Asia/Pacific (APAC) operating segments into one operating segment. As a result, the company's new segment reporting structure consists of two reportable segments: the United States and International. We also recategorized certain costs that are not allocated to our operating segments. There has been no change in our total condensed consolidated financial condition or results of operations previously reported as a result of the change in our segment structure. The prior period presentation has been revised to reflect the new segment reporting structure.
We believe that it is important to not only understand overall revenue and earnings growth, but also “operational growth.” Operational growth is defined as revenue or earnings growth excluding the impact of foreign exchange.
On a global basis, the mix of revenue between livestock and companion animal products was as follows:
 
 
 
 
% Change
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Related to
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
 
 
Foreign

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Total

 
Exchange

 
Operational
U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
$
256

 
$
224

 
14

 

 
14
Companion animal
 
283

 
235

 
20

 

 
20
 
 
539

 
459

 
17

 

 
17
International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
434

 
479

 
(9
)
 
(15
)
 
6
Companion animal
 
188

 
204

 
(8
)
 
(16
)
 
8
 
 
622

 
683

 
(9
)
 
(15
)
 
6
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
690

 
703

 
(2
)
 
(10
)
 
8
Companion animal
 
471

 
439

 
7

 
(8
)
 
15
Contract Manufacturing
 
14

 
16

 
(13
)
 
(16
)
 
3
 
 
$
1,175

 
$
1,158

 
1

 
(10
)
 
11
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
 
 
 
 
% Change
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
Related to
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
 
 
Foreign

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Total

 
Exchange

 
Operational

U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
$
555

 
$
487

 
14

 

 
14

Companion animal
 
505

 
451

 
12

 

 
12

 
 
1,060

 
938

 
13

 

 
13

International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
850

 
922

 
(8
)
 
(12
)
 
4

Companion animal
 
343

 
368

 
(7
)
 
(14
)
 
7

 
 
1,193

 
1,290

 
(8
)
 
(13
)
 
5

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Livestock
 
1,405

 
1,409

 

 
(8
)
 
8

Companion animal
 
848

 
819

 
4

 
(6
)
 
10

Contract Manufacturing
 
24

 
27

 
(11
)
 
(8
)
 
(3
)
 
 
$
2,277

 
$
2,255

 
1

 
(7
)
 
8

Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.


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Earnings by segment and the operational and foreign exchange changes versus the comparable prior year period are as follows:
 
 
 
 
% Change
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Related to
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
 
 
Foreign

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Total

 
Exchange

 
Operational

U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
$
539

 
$
459

 
17

 

 
17

Cost of Sales
 
127

 
106

 
20

 

 
20

Gross Profit
 
412

 
353

 
17

 
 
 
17

    Gross Margin
 
76.4
%
 
76.9
%
 

 

 
 
Operating Expenses
 
93

 
95

 
(2
)
 

 
(2
)
Other (income)/deductions
 

 

 

 

 

U.S. Earnings
 
319

 
258

 
24

 

 
24

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
622

 
683

 
(9
)
 
(15
)
 
6

Cost of Sales
 
225

 
243

 
(7
)
 
(11
)
 
4

Gross Profit
 
397

 
440

 
(10
)
 
(17
)
 
7

    Gross Margin
 
63.8
%
 
64.4
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
151

 
175

 
(14
)
 
(16
)
 
2

Other (income)/deductions
 
4

 
2

 
100

 
*

 
*

International Earnings
 
242

 
263

 
(8
)
 
(18
)
 
10

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total operating segments
 
561

 
521

 
8

 
(9
)
 
17

Other business activities
 
(67
)
 
(75
)
 
(11
)
 
 
 
 
Reconciling Items:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate
 
(123
)
 
(125
)
 
(2
)
 
 
 
 
Purchase accounting adjustments
 
(15
)
 
(13
)
 
15

 
 
 
 
Acquisition-related costs
 
(4
)
 
(2
)
 
100

 
 
 
 
Certain significant items
 
(319
)
 
(53
)
 
*

 
 
 
 
Other unallocated
 
(60
)
 
(53
)
 
13

 
 
 
 
Income before provision for taxes on income
 
$
(27
)
 
$
200

 
*

 
 
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.

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% Change
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
Related to
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
 
 
Foreign

 
 
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Total

 
Exchange

 
Operational

U.S.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
$
1,060

 
$
938

 
13

 

 
13

Cost of Sales
 
252

 
217

 
16

 

 
16

Gross Profit
 
808

 
721

 
12

 

 
12

    Gross Margin
 
76.2
%
 
76.9
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
174

 
185

 
(6
)
 

 
(6
)
Other (income)/deductions
 

 

 

 

 

U.S. Earnings
 
634

 
536

 
18

 

 
18

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
International
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Revenue
 
1,193

 
1,290

 
(8
)
 
(13
)
 
5

Cost of Sales
 
429

 
460

 
(7
)
 
(10
)
 
3

Gross Profit
 
764

 
830

 
(8
)
 
(15
)
 
7

    Gross Margin
 
64.0
%
 
64.3
%
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating Expenses
 
286

 
322

 
(11
)
 
(13
)
 
2

Other (income)/deductions
 
6

 
3

 
100

 
*

 
*

International Earnings
 
472

 
505

 
(7
)
 
(16
)
 
9

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total operating segments
 
1,106

 
1,041

 
6

 
(8
)
 
14

Other business activities
 
(135
)
 
(148
)
 
(9
)
 
 
 
 
Reconciling Items:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate
 
(254
)
 
(247
)
 
3

 
 
 
 
Purchase accounting adjustments
 
(28
)
 
(25
)
 
12

 
 
 
 
Acquisition-related costs
 
(5
)
 
(4
)
 
25

 
 
 
 
Certain significant items
 
(360
)
 
(89
)
 
*

 
 
 
 
Other unallocated
 
(121
)
 
(101
)
 
20

 
 
 
 
Income before provision for taxes on income
 
$
203

 
$
427

 
(52
)
 
 
 
 
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
U.S. operating segment
U.S. segment revenue increased by $80 million, or 17%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, of which approximately $32 million resulted from growth in livestock products and approximately $48 million resulted from growth in companion animal products.
Livestock revenue growth was driven by increased sales in cattle, swine and poultry. Sales of cattle products grew across multiple categories, including premium brands, as a result of favorable market conditions. Cattle also benefited from new product growth. Sales of swine products increased due to the continued recovery in the pig population following the PEDv outbreak, as well as new product introductions. Growth in sales of poultry products was driven by the re-introduction of a medicated feed additive.
Companion animal revenue growth was driven by the addition of products acquired from Abbott Animal Health, as well as solid performance of Apoquel®. This growth was partially offset by competitive challenges in pain management products.
U.S. segment earnings increased by $61 million, or 24%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014 due to strong revenue growth and lower operating expenses, partially offset by unfavorable product mix.
International operating segment
International segment revenue decreased by $61 million, or 9%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014. Operational revenue increased $43 million, or 6%, reflecting growth of approximately $28 million in livestock products and growth of approximately $15 million in companion animal products.
Livestock revenue growth was driven by higher sales of cattle and swine products, partially offset by lower sales of poultry products. Continued favorable market conditions and new product launches in Brazil drove cattle growth. The performance of our portfolio in

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China and other Asian markets helped drive increased sales of swine products, which are also benefiting from better market conditions. The poultry sales decline was driven by lower medicated feed additive sales in certain Latin American and Eastern European markets.
Companion animal revenue growth was favorably impacted by sales of parasiticide products in Western Europe, Australia, Canada and China. In addition, growth resulted from increased sales of Apoquel®, as well as strong vaccine sales in China and the addition of products acquired from Abbott Animal Health.
Additionally, segment revenue was unfavorably impacted by foreign exchange, which decreased revenue by approximately $104 million, or 15%, primarily driven by the depreciation of the euro and the Brazilian real.
International segment earnings decreased by $21 million, or 8%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014. Operational earnings growth was $25 million, or 10%, primarily due to to higher revenue and lower operating expenses.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
U.S. operating segment
U.S. segment revenue increased by $122 million, or 13%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, of which approximately $68 million resulted from growth in livestock products and approximately $54 million resulted from growth in companion animal products.
Livestock revenue growth was driven by increased sales in cattle, swine and poultry. Sales of cattle products grew across multiple categories, including premium brands, as a result of favorable market conditions. Cattle also benefited from new product launches. Sales of swine products increased due to new products, as well as the continued recovery in the pig population following the PEDv outbreak. Growth in sales of poultry products was driven by the re-introduction of a medicated feed additive.
Companion animal revenue growth was driven by the addition of products acquired from Abbott Animal Health, as well as solid performance of Apoquel®. This growth was partially offset by competitive pressure in pain management products.
U.S. segment earnings increased by $98 million, or 18%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, due to strong revenue growth and lower expenses, partially offset by unfavorable product mix.
International operating segment
International segment revenue decreased by $97 million, or 8%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014. Operational revenue increased by $66 million, or 5%, reflecting growth of approximately $42 million in livestock products and growth of approximately $24 million in companion animal products.
Livestock revenue growth was driven by higher sales of cattle and swine products, partially offset by lower sales of poultry products. Continued favorable market conditions and new product launches in Brazil drove cattle growth. The performance of our portfolio in China and other Asian markets helped drive increased sales of swine products, which are also benefiting from better market conditions. The poultry sales decline was driven by lower medicated feed additive sales in certain Latin American and Eastern European markets.
Companion animal revenue growth was favorably impacted by the addition of products acquired from Abbott Animal Health. In addition, growth resulted from increased sales of Apoquel®, as well as strong vaccine and parasiticide sales in China.
Additionally, segment revenue was unfavorably impacted by foreign exchange, which decreased revenue by approximately $163 million, or 13%, primarily driven by the depreciation of the euro and Brazilian real.
International segment earnings decreased by $33 million, or 7%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014. Operational earnings growth was $44 million, or 9%, primarily due to higher gross profit margins.
Other business activities
Other business activities includes our Client Supply Services (CSS) contract manufacturing results, as well as expenses associated with our dedicated veterinary medicine research and development organization, research alliances, U.S. regulatory affairs and other operations focused on the development of our products. Other R&D-related costs associated with non-U.S. market and regulatory activities are generally included in the respective regional segment.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Other business activities net loss decreased by $8 million, or 11%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, reflecting favorable foreign exchange and lower R&D equipment and laboratory supply costs due to timing and progression of project plans.

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Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Other business activities net loss decreased by $13 million, or 9%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, reflecting a decrease in direct R&D project spending due to timing and progression of project plans, as well as, favorable foreign exchange.
Reconciling items
Reconciling items include certain costs that are not allocated to our operating segments results, such as costs associated with the following:
Corporate, which includes certain costs associated with business technology, facilities, legal, finance, human resources, business development and communications, among others. These costs also include certain compensation costs and other miscellaneous operating expenses that are not charged to our operating segments, as well as interest income and expense;
Certain transactions and events such as (i) Purchase accounting adjustments, which includes expenses associated with the amortization of fair value adjustments to inventory, intangible assets, and property, plant and equipment; (ii) Acquisition-related activities, which includes costs for restructuring and integration; and (iii) Certain significant items, which includes non-acquisition-related restructuring charges, certain asset impairment charges, stand-up costs, certain legal and commercial settlements, and costs associated with cost reduction/productivity initiatives; and
Other unallocated, which includes (i) certain overhead expenses associated with our global manufacturing operations not charged to our operating segments; (ii) certain costs associated with business technology and finance that specifically support our global manufacturing operations; (iii) certain supply chain and global logistics costs; and (iv) procurement costs.
Three months ended June 28, 2015 vs. three months ended June 29, 2014
Corporate expenses decreased by $2 million, or 2%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, primarily due to to the favorable impact of foreign exchange, partially offset by higher share-based payment expense and the non-recurrence of Zoetis’ share of a prior year gain on the sale of land, as well as costs associated with the build-up of our enabling functions post-separation from Pfizer, including higher business technology costs and higher depreciation on assets recently placed in service.
Other unallocated expenses increased by $7 million, or 13%, in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014, primarily due to higher global manufacturing and supply costs, partially offset by favorable foreign exchange.
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 17. Segment and Other Revenue Information for further information.
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Corporate expenses increased by $7 million, or 3%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily due to additional costs associated with the build-up of our enabling functions post-separation from Pfizer, including higher business technology costs and higher depreciation on assets recently placed in service, as well as higher share-based payment expense and the non-recurrence of Zoetis’ share of a prior year gain on the sale of land, partially offset by the favorable impact of foreign exchange
Other unallocated expenses increased by $20 million, or 20%, in the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, primarily due higher global manufacturing and supply costs, partially offset by favorable foreign exchange.
See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 17. Segment and Other Revenue Information for further information.
Adjusted net income
General description of adjusted net income (a non-GAAP financial measure)
Adjusted net income is an alternative view of performance used by management, and we believe that investors’ understanding of our performance is enhanced by disclosing this performance measure. We report adjusted net income to portray the results of our major operations, the discovery, development, manufacture and commercialization of our products, prior to considering certain income statement elements. We have defined adjusted net income as net income attributable to Zoetis before the impact of purchase accounting adjustments, acquisition-related costs and certain significant items. The adjusted net income measure is not, and should not be viewed as, a substitute for U.S. GAAP reported net income attributable to Zoetis.
The adjusted net income measure is an important internal measurement for us. We measure our overall performance on this basis in conjunction with other performance metrics. The following are examples of how the adjusted net income measure is utilized:
senior management receives a monthly analysis of our operating results that is prepared on an adjusted net income basis;
our annual budgets are prepared on an adjusted net income basis; and
other goal setting and performance measurements.
Despite the importance of this measure to management in goal setting and performance measurement, adjusted net income is a non-GAAP financial measure that has no standardized meaning prescribed by U.S. GAAP and, therefore, has limits in its usefulness to investors. Because of its non-standardized definition, adjusted net income, unlike U.S. GAAP net income, may not be comparable to the calculation of similar

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measures of other companies. Adjusted net income is presented to permit investors to more fully understand how management assesses performance.
We also recognize that, as an internal measure of performance, the adjusted net income measure has limitations, and we do not restrict our performance management process solely to this metric. A limitation of the adjusted net income measure is that it provides a view of our operations without including all events during a period, such as the effects of an acquisition or amortization of purchased intangibles, and does not provide a comparable view of our performance to other companies. We also use other specifically tailored tools designed to achieve the highest levels of performance.  
Purchase accounting adjustments
Adjusted net income is calculated prior to considering certain significant purchase accounting impacts that result from business combinations and net asset acquisitions. These impacts, primarily associated with the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health (acquired in 2015), Pharmacia Animal Health business (acquired in 2003), Fort Dodge Animal Health (FDAH) (acquired in 2009) and King Animal Health (KAH) (acquired in 2011), include amortization related to the increase in fair value of the acquired finite-lived intangible assets and depreciation related to the increase/decrease to fair value of the acquired fixed assets. Therefore, the adjusted net income measure includes the revenue earned upon the sale of the acquired products without considering the aforementioned significant charges.
While certain purchase accounting adjustments can occur through 20 or more years, this presentation provides an alternative view of our performance that is used by management to internally assess business performance. We believe the elimination of amortization attributable to acquired intangible assets provides management and investors an alternative view of our business results by providing a degree of parity to internally developed intangible assets for which R&D costs previously have been expensed.
A completely accurate comparison of internally developed intangible assets and acquired intangible assets cannot be achieved through adjusted net income. These components of adjusted net income are derived solely from the impact of the items listed above. We have not factored in the impact of any other differences in experience that might have occurred if we had discovered and developed those intangible assets on our own, and this approach does not intend to be representative of the results that would have occurred in those circumstances. For example, our R&D costs in total, and in the periods presented, may have been different; our speed to commercialization and resulting revenue, if any, may have been different; or our costs to manufacture may have been different. In addition, our marketing efforts may have been received differently by our customers. As such, in total, there can be no assurance that our adjusted net income amounts would have been the same as presented had we discovered and developed the acquired intangible assets.
Acquisition-related costs
Adjusted net income is calculated prior to considering transaction, integration, restructuring and additional depreciation costs associated with significant business combinations or net-asset acquisitions because these costs are unique to each transaction and represent costs that were incurred to restructure and integrate certain businesses as a result of the acquisition decision. We have made no adjustments for the resulting synergies.
We believe that viewing income prior to considering these charges provides investors with a useful additional perspective because the significant costs incurred in a business combination result primarily from the need to eliminate duplicate assets, activities or employees––a natural result of acquiring a fully integrated set of activities. For this reason, we believe that the costs incurred to convert disparate systems, to close duplicative facilities or to eliminate duplicate positions (for example, in the context of a business combination) can be viewed differently from those costs incurred in the ordinary course of business.
The integration and restructuring costs associated with a business combination may occur over several years, with the more significant impacts ending within three years of the transaction. Because of the need for certain external approvals for some actions, the span of time needed to achieve certain restructuring and integration activities can be lengthy. For example, due to the regulated nature of the animal health medicines and vaccines business, the closure of excess facilities can take several years, as all manufacturing changes are subject to extensive validation and testing and must be approved by the Food and Drug Administration and/or other regulatory authorities.
Certain significant items
Adjusted net income is calculated prior to considering certain significant items. Certain significant items represents substantive, unusual items that are evaluated on an individual basis. Such evaluation considers both the quantitative and the qualitative aspect of their unusual nature. Unusual, in this context, may represent items that are not part of our ongoing business; items that, either as a result of their nature or size, we would not expect to occur as part of our normal business on a regular basis; items that would be nonrecurring; or items that relate to products that we no longer sell. While not all-inclusive, examples of items that could be included as certain significant items would be costs related to becoming an independent public company; a major non-acquisition-related restructuring charge and associated implementation costs for a program that is specific in nature with a defined term, such as those related to our non-acquisition-related cost-reduction and productivity initiatives; amounts related to disposals of products or facilities that do not qualify as discontinued operations as defined by U.S. GAAP; certain intangible asset impairments; adjustments related to the resolution of certain tax positions; the impact of adopting certain significant, event-driven tax legislation; or charges related to legal matters. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 16. Commitments and Contingencies. Our normal, ongoing defense costs or settlements of and accruals on legal matters made in the normal course of our business would not be considered certain significant items.

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Reconciliation
A reconciliation of net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis, as reported under U.S. GAAP, to adjusted net income follows:  
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

GAAP reported net (loss)/income attributable to Zoetis
 
$
(37
)
 
$
136

 
*
 
$
128

 
$
291

 
(56
)
Purchase accounting adjustments—net of tax
 
12

 
8

 
50
 
18

 
16

 
13

Acquisition-related costs—net of tax
 
4

 
2

 
100
 
7

 
3

 
*

Certain significant items—net of tax
 
237

 
43

 
*
 
270

 
70

 
*

Non-GAAP adjusted net income(a)
 
$
216

 
$
189

 
14
 
$
423

 
$
380

 
11

* Calculation not meaningful.
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
(a) 
The effective tax rate on adjusted pretax income is 30.2% and 28.4% for the second quarter of 2015 and 2014, respectively, and 28.9% and 29.7% for the first six months of 2015 and 2014, respectively. The higher effective tax rate in the second quarter of 2015 compared with the second quarter of 2014 was primarily attributable to the recording of a valuation allowance of $3 million in the second quarter of 2015, and changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings as well as repatriation costs. The lower effective tax rate for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with the six months ended June 29, 2014, was primarily attributable to a $4 million discrete tax benefit recorded in the first quarter of 2015 related to prior period deferred tax adjustments, offset by the recording of a valuation allowance of $3 million in the second quarter of 2015, an $8 million discrete tax expense during the first quarter of 2014 related to a prior period intercompany inventory adjustment, and changes in the jurisdictional mix of earnings, which includes the impact of the location of earnings as well as repatriation costs.
A reconciliation of reported diluted earnings per share (EPS), as reported under U.S. GAAP, to non-GAAP adjusted diluted EPS follows:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%

 
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change

Earnings per share—diluted(a):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
GAAP reported EPS attributable to Zoetis—diluted
 
$
(0.07
)
 
$
0.27

 
*
 
$
0.25

 
$
0.58

 
(57
)
Purchase accounting adjustments—net of tax
 
0.02

 
0.02

 
 
0.04

 
0.03

 
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Acquisition-related costs—net of tax
 
0.01

 

 
*
 
0.01

 
0.01

 

Certain significant items—net of tax
 
0.47

 
0.09

 
*
 
0.54

 
0.14

 
*

Non-GAAP adjusted EPS—diluted(b)
 
$
0.43

 
$
0.38

 
13
 
$
0.84

 
$
0.76

 
11

*Calculation not meaningful.
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.

(a) 
EPS amounts may not add due to rounding.
(b) 
Diluted earnings per share was computed using the weighted-average common shares outstanding during the period plus the common stock equivalents related to stock options, RSUs, PSUs and DSUs. For the quarter ended June 28, 2015, weighted-average diluted shares used to calculate non-GAAP adjusted net income per share were 502,563 thousand.
Adjusted net income includes the following charges for each of the periods presented:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Interest expense, net of capitalized interest
 
$
29

 
$
29

 
$
57

 
$
58

Interest income
 
1

 
1

 
3

 
2

Income taxes
 
94

 
76

 
172

 
162

Depreciation
 
32

 
33

 
62

 
64

Amortization
 
5

 
5

 
9

 
9


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Adjusted net income, as shown above, excludes the following items:
 
 
Three Months Ended
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
June 28,

 
June 29,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
2015

 
2014

Purchase accounting adjustments:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Amortization and depreciation(a)
 
$
12

 
$
13

 
$
23

 
$
24

Cost of sales(b)
 
3

 

 
5

 
1

Total purchase accounting adjustments—pre-tax
 
15

 
13

 
28

 
25

Income taxes(c)
 
3

 
5

 
10

 
9

Total purchase accounting adjustments—net of tax
 
12

 
8

 
18

 
16

Acquisition-related costs:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Integration costs(d)
 
3

 
2

 
4

 
4

Other(e)
 
1

 

 
1

 

Total acquisition-related costs—pre-tax
 
4

 
2

 
5

 
4

Income taxes(c)
 

 

 
(2
)
 
1

Total acquisition-related costs—net of tax
 
4

 
2

 
7

 
3

Certain significant items:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operational efficiency initiative(f)
 
263

 

 
273

 

Supply network strategy(g)
 
15

 

 
20

 

Other restructuring charges and cost-reduction/productivity initiatives(h)
 

 
3

 

 
4

Stand-up costs(i)
 
39

 
41

 
62

 
74

Net gains on sale of assets(j)
 

 
(3
)
 

 
(3
)
Other(k)
 
2

 
12

 
5

 
14

Total certain significant items—pre-tax
 
319

 
53

 
360

 
89

Income taxes(c)
 
82

 
10

 
90

 
19

Total certain significant items—net of tax
 
237

 
43

 
270

 
70

Total purchase accounting adjustments, acquisition-related costs,
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
and certain significant items—net of tax
 
$
253

 
$
53

 
$
295

 
$
89

Certain amounts may reflect rounding adjustments.
(a) 
Amortization and depreciation expenses related to Purchase accounting adjustments with respect to identifiable intangible assets and property, plant and equipment were distributed as follows: $1 million included in Selling, general and administrative expenses in the three months ended June 29, 2014; $1 million included in Research and Development expenses in each of the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, and June 29, 2014; $11 million and $22 million in the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and $11 million and $23 million included in Amortization of intangible assets in the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively.
(b) 
Amortization and depreciation expense, as well as fair value adjustments to acquired inventory, included in Cost of sales.
(c) 
Included in Provision for taxes on income. Income taxes include the tax effect of the associated pre-tax amounts, calculated by determining the jurisdictional location of the pre-tax amounts and applying that jurisdiction's applicable tax rate. Income taxes in Purchase accounting adjustments for the six months ended June 28, 2015, includes a tax benefit related to the revaluation of deferred taxes as a result of a change in tax rates. Income taxes in Acquisition-related costs for the six months ended June 28, 2015, includes a tax charge related to the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health. Income taxes in Certain significant items for the six months ended June 28, 2015, includes a net tax benefit related to the revaluation of deferred taxes and other deferred tax adjustments.
(d) 
Integration costs were included in Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs.
(e) 
Included in Other (income)/deductions—net.
(f) 
Includes restructuring charges of $253 million related to employee termination costs ($228 million) and asset impairments ($25 million) for both the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, included in Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives. Also includes other charges of $10 million and $20 million primarily related to consulting fees for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, included in Selling, general and administrative expenses.
(g) 
Includes restructuring charges of $10 million related to employee termination costs ($9 million) and asset impairments ($1 million) for both the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, included in Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives. Also includes other charges of $5 million and $10 million primarily related to consulting fees for the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, included in Cost of sales.
(h) 
Amounts relate to our cost-reduction/productivity initiatives and were included in Restructuring charges and certain acquisition-related costs. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives.
(i) 
Certain nonrecurring costs related to becoming an independent public company, such as new branding (including changes to the manufacturing process for required new packaging), the creation of standalone systems and infrastructure, site separation, and certain legal registration and patent assignment costs, which were distributed as follows: $12 million and $14 million in the three and six months ended June 28, 2015, respectively, and $8 million and $11 million in the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively, included in Cost of sales; $27 million and $48 million in the three and six months ended

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June 28, 2015, respectively, and $31 million and $61 million in the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, respectively, included in Selling, general and administrative expenses; and $2 million in each of the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, included in Other (income)/deductions—net.
(j) 
For the three and six months ended June 29, 2014, represents the Zoetis portion of a net gain on the sale of land by our Taiwan joint venture, included in Other (income)/deductions.
(k)  
The three and six months ended June 28, 2015, includes an impairment of IPR&D assets of $2 million related to a discontinued canine oncology project, in Other (income)/deductions. The six months ended June 28, 2015, also includes charges due to unusual investor-related activities of $3 million, in Selling, general and administrative expenses. The three and six months ended June 29, 2014, includes a charge associated with a commercial settlement in Mexico of $13 million, in Other (income)/deductions. The six months ended June 29, 2014, also includes a pension plan settlement charge related to the divestiture of a manufacturing plant of $4 million, partially offset by a $2 million income insurance recovery related to litigation-related charges, both in Other (income)/deductions.
Our financial guidance for 2015
Our 2015 financial guidance is summarized below:
Selected Line Items
 
 
Revenue
 
$4,700 to $4,775 million
   Operational growth(a)
 
6.0% to 7.5%
Adjusted cost of sales as a percentage of revenue(b)
 
35.5% to 36.0%
Adjusted SG&A expenses(b)
 
$1,355 to $1,405 million
Adjusted R&D expenses(b)
 
$380 to $400 million
Adjusted interest expense and other (income)/deductions(b)
 
Approximately $110 million
Adjusted EBIT(c) margin(b)
 
Approximately 27%
Effective tax rate on adjusted income(b)
 
Approximately 29%
Adjusted diluted EPS(b)
 
$1.63 to $1.68
Adjusted net income
 
$820 to $845 million
   Operational growth(a)
 
13% to 17%
Certain significant items(d) and acquisition-related costs
 
$410 to $490 million
Reported diluted EPS
 
$0.81 to $1.02
(a)
Growth excluding the impact of foreign exchange.
(b)
For an understanding of adjusted net income and its components, see the “Adjusted net income” section of this MD&A.
(c)
Earnings before interest and taxes.
(d)
Includes certain nonrecurring costs related to restructuring and other charges for the operational efficiency initiative, becoming an independent public company, such as new branding (including changes to the manufacturing process for required new packaging), the creation of standalone systems and infrastructure, site separation and certain legal registration and patent assignment costs.
In updating our guidance for full-year 2015, we have considered current exchange rates and other factors.
A reconciliation of 2015 adjusted net income and adjusted diluted EPS guidance to 2015 reported net income attributable to Zoetis and reported diluted EPS attributable to Zoetis common shareholders guidance follows:
 
 
Full-Year 2015 Guidance
(MILLION OF DOLLARS, EXCEPT PER SHARE AMOUNTS)
 
Net Income
 
Diluted EPS
Adjusted net income/diluted EPS(a) guidance
 
~$820 - $845
 
~$1.63 - $1.68
Purchase accounting adjustments
 
~(40)
 
~(0.08)
Certain significant items(b) and acquisition-related costs
 
~(290 - 370)
 
~(0.58 - 0.74)
Reported net income attributable to Zoetis Inc./diluted EPS guidance
 
~$410 - $515
 
~$0.81 - $1.02
(a)
For an understanding of adjusted net income, see the “Adjusted net income” section of this MD&A.
(b)
Includes certain nonrecurring costs related to restructuring and other charges for the operational efficiency initiative, becoming an independent public company, such as new branding (including changes to the manufacturing process for required new packaging), the creation of standalone systems and infrastructure, site separation and certain legal registration and patent assignment costs.
Our 2015 financial guidance is subject to a number of factors and uncertainties—as described in the “Forward-looking information and factors that may affect future results,” “Our operating environment” and “Our strategy” and in Part I, Item 1A. “Risk Factors” of our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Analysis of the condensed consolidated statements of comprehensive income
Substantially all changes in other comprehensive income for the periods presented are related to foreign currency translation adjustments. These changes result from the strengthening or weakening of the U.S. dollar as compared to the currencies in the countries in which we do business. The gains and losses associated with these changes are deferred on the balance sheet in Accumulated other comprehensive loss until realized.

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Analysis of the condensed consolidated balance sheets
June 28, 2015 vs. December 31, 2014
For a discussion about the changes in Cash and cash equivalents, Short-term borrowings, Current portion of long term debt, and Long-term debt, see “Analysis of financial condition, liquidity and capital resources” below.
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts increased as a result of the timing of customer collections, due in part to temporary billing disruptions experienced during our U.S. ERP implementation in the second quarter of 2015. The increase was partially offset by the impact of foreign exchange.
Inventories increased primarily to support certain production transfers and production phasing, increased commercial demand of selected products, and purchases of inventory associated with the acquisition of certain assets from Abbott Animal Health. These increases were partially offset by the impact of foreign exchange. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 5. Acquisitions and Note 10. Inventories for additional information.
The net changes in Current deferred tax assets, Noncurrent deferred tax assets, Noncurrent deferred tax liabilities, Income taxes payable and Other taxes payable primarily reflect adjustments to the accrual for the income tax provision for the second quarter of 2015, as well as the impact of a revaluation of deferred taxes as a result of a change in tax rates. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 8. Income Taxes.
Property, plant and equipment, less accumulated depreciation decreased primarily as a result of depreciation expense, the impact of foreign exchange and fixed asset impairments. These decreases were partially offset by capital spending. 
Goodwill increased primarily as a result of the acquisition of certain assets from Abbott Animal Health. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 5. Acquisitions and Note 11. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.
Identifiable intangible assets, less accumulated amortization decreased primarily as a result of amortization expense and the impact of foreign exchange, as well as intangible asset impairments primarily associated with our operational efficiency initiatives. These decreases were partially offset by the acquisition of certain assets from Abbott Animal Health. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 5. Acquisitions and Note 11. Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets.
Accounts payable decreased as a result of the timing of payments and the impact of foreign exchange.
Accrued compensation and related items decreased, primarily due to payment of 2014 annual bonuses to eligible employees and 2014 employee savings plan contributions, partially offset by the pro-rata accrual of similar items for 2015.
Dividends payable decreased, reflecting the payment of dividends declared on December 17, 2014, and paid on March 3, 2015.
Accrued expenses and Other current liabilities increased primarily as a result of the 2015 second quarter accrual of employee termination costs associated with our operational efficiency initiatives and the 2015 first quarter recognition of the contingent purchase price consideration to be paid to Abbott. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 5. Acquisitions and Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives.
Other non-current liabilities increased primarily as a result of the 2015 second quarter accrual of employee termination costs associated with our operational efficiency initiatives. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 6. Restructuring Charges and Other Costs Associated with Acquisitions and Cost-Reduction/Productivity Initiatives.
For an analysis of the changes in Total Equity, see the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Equity and Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements— Note 14. Stockholders' Equity.
Analysis of the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows
 
 
Six Months Ended
 
 
 
 
June 28,

 
June 29,

 
%
(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
 
2015

 
2014

 
Change
Net cash provided by (used in):
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating activities
 
$
182

 
$
136

 
34
Investing activities
 
(318
)
 
(95
)
 
*
Financing activities
 
(185
)
 
(74
)
 
*
Effect of exchange-rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
 
(17
)
 
1

 
*
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
 
$
(338
)
 
$
(32
)
 
*
* Calculation not meaningful.
Certain amounts and percentages may reflect rounding adjustments.
 

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Operating activities
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Net cash provided by operating activities was $182 million for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with net cash provided by operating activities of $136 million for the six months ended June 29, 2014. The increase in operating cash flows was primarily attributable to the timing of receipts and payments in the ordinary course of business, including the settlement of payables with Pfizer. This increase was partially offset by lower income before allocation to noncontrolling interests, as adjusted for depreciation and amortization, as well as higher inventory levels.
Investing activities
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Our net cash used in investing activities was $318 million for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with net cash used in investing activities of $95 million for the six months ended June 29, 2014. The increase in investing cash flows reflects the acquisition of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health.
Financing activities
Six months ended June 28, 2015 vs. six months ended June 29, 2014
Our net cash used in financing activities was $185 million for the six months ended June 28, 2015, compared with cash used in financing activities of $74 million for the six months ended June 29, 2014. The net cash used in financing activities for 2015 was due primarily to the purchase of treasury shares and the payment of dividends. The net cash used in financing activities for 2014 was primarily attributable to the payment of dividends.
Analysis of financial condition, liquidity and capital resources
While we believe our cash and cash equivalents on hand, our operating cash flows and our existing financing arrangements will be sufficient to support our future cash needs, this may be subject to the environment in which we operate. Risks to our meeting future funding requirements include global economic conditions described in the following paragraph.
Global financial markets may be impacted by macroeconomic, business and financial volatility. As markets change, we will continue to monitor our liquidity position, but there can be no assurance that a challenging economic environment or an economic downturn will not impact our liquidity or our ability to obtain future financing.
Selected measures of liquidity and capital resources
Certain relevant measures of our liquidity and capital resources follow:
 
June 28,

 
December 31,

(MILLIONS OF DOLLARS)
2015

 
2014

Cash and cash equivalents
$
544

 
$
882

Accounts receivable, net(a)
993

 
980

Short-term borrowings
4

 
7

Current portion of long-term debt
400

 

Long-term debt
3,243

 
3,643

Working capital
1,744

 
2,379

Ratio of current assets to current liabilities
2.11:1

 
3.19:1

(a) 
Accounts receivable are usually collected over a period of 60 to 90 days. We regularly monitor our accounts receivable for collectability, particularly in markets where economic conditions remain uncertain. We believe that our allowance for doubtful accounts is appropriate. Our assessment is based on such factors as past due aging, historical and expected collection patterns, the financial condition of our customers, the robust nature of our credit and collection practices and the economic environment.
For additional information about the sources and uses of our funds, see the "Analysis of the condensed consolidated balance sheets" and "Analysis of the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows" sections of this MD&A.
Credit facility and other lines of credit
In December 2012, we entered into a revolving credit agreement with a syndicate of banks providing for a five-year $1.0 billion senior unsecured revolving credit facility, which became effective in February 2013 upon the completion of the IPO and which expires in December 2017. Subject to certain conditions, we have the right to increase the credit facility to up to $1.5 billion. The credit facility contains a financial covenant requiring us to not exceed a maximum total leverage ratio (the ratio of consolidated net debt as of the end of the period to consolidated Earnings Before Interest, Income Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (EBITDA) for such period) of 3.50:1 for fiscal year 2015 and 3.00:1 thereafter. The credit facility also contains a financial covenant requiring that we maintain a minimum interest coverage ratio (the ratio of EBITDA at the end of the period to interest expense for such period) of 3.50:1. In addition, the credit facility contains other customary covenants. We were in compliance with all financial covenants as of June 28, 2015. There were no borrowings outstanding as of June 28, 2015, or December 31, 2014.

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We have additional lines of credit and other credit arrangements with a group of banks and other financial intermediaries for general corporate purposes. We maintain cash and cash equivalent balances in excess of our outstanding short-term borrowings. As of June 28, 2015, we had access to $82 million of lines of credit which expire at various times through 2017. Short-term borrowings outstanding related to these facilities were $4 million and $7 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively. Long-term borrowings outstanding related to these facilities were $2 million and $3 million as of June 28, 2015, and December 31, 2014, respectively.
Domestic and international short-term funds
Many of our operations are conducted outside the United States. The amount of funds held in the United States will fluctuate due to the timing of receipts and payments in the ordinary course of business and due to other reasons, such as business development activities. As part of our ongoing liquidity assessments, we regularly monitor the mix of U.S. and international cash flows (both inflows and outflows). Repatriation of overseas funds can result in additional U.S. federal, state and local income tax payments. We record U.S. deferred tax liabilities for certain unremitted earnings, but when amounts earned overseas are expected to be indefinitely reinvested outside the United States, no accrual for U.S. taxes is provided.
Global economic conditions
The challenging economic environment has not had, nor do we anticipate that it will have, a significant impact on our liquidity. Due to our operating cash flows, financial assets, access to capital markets and available lines of credit and revolving credit agreements, we continue to believe that we have the ability to meet our liquidity needs for the foreseeable future. As markets change, we continue to monitor our liquidity position. There can be no assurance that a challenging economic environment or a further economic downturn would not impact our ability to obtain financing in the future.
Debt
On January 28, 2013, we issued $3.65 billion aggregate principal amount of our senior notes (the senior notes offering) in a private placement, with an original issue discount of $10 million. The senior notes are comprised of $400 million aggregate principal amount of our 1.150% senior notes due 2016, $750 million aggregate principal amount of our 1.875% senior notes due 2018, $1.35 billion aggregate principal amount of our 3.250% senior notes due 2023 and $1.15 billion aggregate principal amount of our 4.700% senior notes due 2043.
We sold $2.65 billion aggregate principal amount of our senior notes through the initial purchasers in the senior notes offering and Pfizer transferred $1.0 billion aggregate principal amount of our senior notes to certain of the initial purchasers, who sold such senior notes through the initial purchasers in the senior notes offering. We paid an amount of cash equal to substantially all of the net proceeds that we received in the senior notes offering to Pfizer prior to the completion of the IPO.
The senior notes are governed by an indenture and supplemental indenture (collectively, the indenture) between us and Deutsche Bank Trust Company Americas, as trustee. The indenture contains certain covenants, including limitations on our and certain of our subsidiaries' ability to incur liens or engage in sale leaseback transactions. The indenture also contains restrictions on our ability to consolidate, merge or sell substantially all of our assets. In addition, the indenture contains other customary terms, including certain events of default, upon the occurrence of which the senior notes may be declared immediately due and payable.
Pursuant to the indenture, we are able to redeem the senior notes of any series, in whole or in part, at any time by paying a “make whole” premium, plus accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date of redemption. Pursuant to our tax matters agreement with Pfizer, we will not be permitted to redeem the 2023 notes pursuant to this optional redemption provision, except under limited circumstances. Upon the occurrence of a change of control of us and a downgrade of the senior notes below an investment grade rating by each of Moody's Investors Service, Inc. and Standard & Poor's Ratings Services, we are, in certain circumstances, required to make an offer to repurchase all of the outstanding senior notes at a price equal to 101% of the aggregate principal amount of the senior notes together with accrued and unpaid interest to, but excluding, the date of repurchase.
The components of our long-term debt, including the current portion of long-term debt, follow:
Description
Principal Amount
Interest Rate
Terms
Lines of credit
$2 million
6.400%
Due 2016-2018
2016 Senior Note
$400 million
1.150%
Interest due semi annually, not subject to amortization, aggregate principal due on February 1, 2016
2018 Senior Note
$750 million
1.875%
Interest due semi annually, not subject to amortization, aggregate principal due on February 1, 2018
2023 Senior Note
$1,350 million
3.250%
Interest due semi annually, not subject to amortization, aggregate principal due on February 1, 2023
2043 Senior Note
$1,150 million
4.700%
Interest due semi annually, not subject to amortization, aggregate principal due on February 1, 2043
Credit Ratings
Two major corporate debt-rating organizations, Moody's and S&P, assign ratings to our short-term and long-term debt. A security rating is not a recommendation to buy, sell or hold securities and the rating is subject to revision or withdrawal at any time by the rating organization. Each rating should be evaluated independently of any other rating.

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The following table provides the current ratings assigned by these rating agencies to our commercial paper and senior unsecured non-credit-enhanced long-term debt:
 
 
Commercial
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Paper
 
Long-term Debt
 
Date of
Name of Rating Agency
 
Rating
 
Rating
 
Outlook
 
Last Action
Moody’s
 
P-2
 
Baa2
 
Stable
 
January 2013
S&P
 
A-3
 
BBB-
 
Stable
 
January 2013
Contractual Obligations
On February 10, 2015, we completed the purchase of certain assets of Abbott Animal Health, a subsidiary of Abbott Laboratories (Abbott). The$254 million purchase price included cash of $229 million and an additional contingent payment of $25 million which is due to Abbott within one year of the acquisition date, subject to certain deductions in the event of sales disruptions due to supply issues. The range of undiscounted amounts that Zoetis could pay pursuant to this contingent consideration arrangement is between zero and $25 million, with an acquisition date fair value of $22 million. The contingent liability was recorded at the acquisition date fair value of $22 million and was included in Other current liabilities. At June 28, 2015, the fair value of the contingent liability was $23 million.
For additional information, see Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 5. Acquisitions for further information.
Share Repurchase Program
In November 2014, the company's Board of Directors authorized a $500 million share repurchase program. Purchases of Zoetis shares may be made at the discretion of management, depending on market conditions and business needs. Share repurchases may be executed through various means, including open market or privately negotiated transactions. During the first half of 2015, approximately two million shares were repurchased. As of June 28, 2015, there was approximately $402 million remaining under this authorization.
Off-balance sheet arrangements
In the ordinary course of business and in connection with the sale of assets and businesses, we may indemnify our counterparties against certain liabilities that may arise in connection with a transaction or that are related to activities prior to a transaction. These indemnifications typically pertain to environmental, tax, employee and/or product-related matters, and patent-infringement claims. If the indemnified party were to make a successful claim pursuant to the terms of the indemnification, we would be required to reimburse the loss. These indemnifications are generally subject to threshold amounts, specified claim periods and other restrictions and limitations. Historically, we have not paid significant amounts under these provisions and, as of June 28, 2015, or December 31, 2014, recorded amounts for the estimated fair value of these indemnifications are not significant.
New accounting standards
Recently Issued Accounting Standards Not Adopted as of June 28, 2015.
In July 2015, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued an accounting standards update to simplify the measurement of inventory by requiring that inventory be measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value, rather than as the lower of cost or market with market being defined as either replacement cost, net realizable value or net realizable value less a normal profit margin. The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2017, for annual and interim reporting periods. The guidance will be adopted prospectively and early adoption is permitted. We are currently assessing the potential impact that the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements, as well as whether or not to early adopt this guidance.
In April 2015, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented on the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that debt liability, consistent with debt discounts, rather than as a deferred charge (i.e., an asset). The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2016, for annual and interim reporting periods. The guidance requires all prior period balance sheets to be adjusted retrospectively and early adoption is permitted. As of June 28, 2015, we had approximately $18 million of debt issuance costs recorded within Other noncurrent assets. We are currently assessing whether or not to early adopt this guidance.
In February 2015, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that provides revised guidance on whether to consolidate certain legal entities, such as limited partnerships, limited liability corporations and securitization structures. The provisions of the new standard are effective beginning January 1, 2016, for annual and interim reporting periods. Early adoption is permitted. We are currently assessing the potential impact that the adoption of this guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements, as well as whether or not to early adopt this guidance.
In May 2014, the FASB issued an accounting standards update that outlines a new, single comprehensive model for companies to use in accounting for revenue arising from contracts with customers. This update supersedes most current revenue recognition guidance under U.S. GAAP. The core principle of the new guidance is that an entity should recognize revenue to depict the transfer of goods or services to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the entity expects to be entitled in exchange for those goods or services. The guidance includes a five-step model for determining how, when and how much revenue should be recognized. This update also requires additional disclosure about the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows arising from contracts with customers. In July 2015, the FASB issued a one year deferral of the effective date. The provisions of the new standard are now effective for Zoetis beginning January 1, 2018, for annual and interim reporting periods. Early adoption is permitted beginning on January 1, 2017. The new standard allows for either

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full retrospective or modified retrospective transition upon adoption. We continue to assess the transition method we will elect for adoption as well as the potential impact that adopting this new guidance will have on our consolidated financial statements.
Forward-looking statements and factors that may affect future results
This report contains “forward-looking” statements. We generally identify forward-looking statements by using words such as “anticipate,” “estimate,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “project,” “plan,” “predict,” “believe,” “seek,” “continue,” “outlook,” “may,” “might,” “will,” “should,” “can have,” “likely” or the negative version of these words or comparable words or by using future dates in connection with any discussion of future performance, actions or events.
In particular, forward-looking statements include statements relating to our indebtedness, our ability to make interest and principal payments on our indebtedness, our ability to satisfy the covenants contained in our indebtedness, the redemption of the notes, new systems infrastructure stand-up, our 2015 financial guidance, future actions, business plans or prospects, prospective products, product approvals or products under development, product supply disruptions, R&D costs, timing and likelihood of success, future operating or financial performance, future results of current and anticipated products and services, strategies, sales efforts, expenses, production efficiencies, production margins, interest rates, foreign exchange rates, growth in emerging markets, the outcome of contingencies, such as legal proceedings, plans related to share repurchases and dividends, our agreements with Pfizer, the expected timing and content of regulatory actions, government regulation and financial results. These statements are not guarantees of future performance, actions or events. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond our control, and are potentially inaccurate assumptions. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from past results and future plans and projected future results are the following:
emerging restrictions and bans on the use of antibacterials in food-producing animals;
perceived adverse effects on human health linked to the consumption of food derived from animals that utilize our products;
increased regulation or decreased governmental support relating to the raising, processing or consumption of food-producing animals;
fluctuations in foreign exchange rates and potential currency controls;
changes in tax laws, regulations, and challenges brought against our incentive tax rulings;
legal factors, including product liability claims, antitrust litigation and governmental investigations, including tax disputes, environmental concerns, commercial disputes and patent disputes with branded and generic competitors, any of which could preclude commercialization of products or negatively affect the profitability of existing products;
an outbreak of infectious disease carried by animals;
adverse weather conditions and the availability of natural resources;
adverse global economic conditions;
failure of our R&D, acquisition and licensing efforts to generate new products;
quarterly fluctuations in demand and costs;
governmental laws and regulations affecting domestic and foreign operations, including without limitation, tax obligations and changes affecting the tax treatment by the United States of income earned outside the United States that may result from pending and possible future proposals; and
governmental laws and regulations affecting our interactions with veterinary healthcare providers.
However, there may also be other risks that we are unable to predict at this time. These risks or uncertainties may cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated by a forward-looking statement. You should not put undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required by law or by the rules and regulations of the SEC. You are advised, however, to consult any further disclosures we make on related subjects in our Form 10-Q and 8-K reports and our other filings with the SEC. You should understand that it is not possible to predict or identify all such factors. Consequently, you should not consider the above to be a complete discussion of all potential risks or uncertainties.
Item 3.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
A significant portion of our revenue and costs are exposed to changes in foreign exchange rates. In addition, our outstanding borrowings may be subject to risk from changes in interest rates and foreign exchange rates. The overall objective of our financial risk management program is to seek to minimize the impact of foreign exchange rate movements and interest rate movements on our earnings. We manage these financial exposures through operational means and by using certain financial instruments. These practices may change as economic conditions change.

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Foreign exchange risk
Our primary net foreign currency translation exposures are the euro, Brazilian real, Canadian dollar and Australian dollar. We seek to manage our foreign exchange risk, in part, through operational means, including managing same-currency revenue in relation to same-currency costs and same-currency assets in relation to same-currency liabilities.
Foreign exchange risk is also managed through the use of foreign currency forward-exchange contracts. These contracts are used to offset the potential earnings effects from mostly intercompany short-term foreign currency assets and liabilities that arise from operations.
Our financial instrument holdings at June 28, 2015, were analyzed to determine their sensitivity to foreign exchange rate changes. The fair values of these instruments were determined using Level 2 inputs. The sensitivity analysis of changes in the fair value of all foreign currency forward-exchange contracts at June 28, 2015, indicates that if the U.S. dollar were to appreciate against all other currencies by 10%, the fair value of these contracts would increase by $16 million, and if the U.S. dollar were to weaken against all other currencies by 10%, the fair value of these contracts would decrease by $24 million. For additional details, see Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 9B. Financial Instruments: Derivative Financial Instruments.
Interest rate risk
Our outstanding debt balances are fixed rate debt. While changes in interest rates will have no impact on the interest we pay on our fixed rate debt, interest on our revolving credit facility will be exposed to interest rate fluctuations. At June 28, 2015, we had no outstanding principal balance under our revolving credit facility. See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 9. Financial Instruments.
Item 4.
Controls and Procedures
Disclosure Controls and Procedures
An evaluation was carried out under the supervision and with the participation of the company's management, including our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). Based upon that evaluation as of June 28, 2015, the company's Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures are effective at a reasonable level of assurance in alerting them in a timely manner to material information required to be disclosed in our periodic reports filed with the SEC.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
During our most recent fiscal quarter, there has not been any change in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934) that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
We are currently migrating many of our financial reporting and processing systems to an enterprise-wide solution. These system implementations are part of our ongoing stand-up efforts, and we plan to continue to implement such systems throughout the business. We expect to complete the implementations in the next year. In connection with these implementations and resulting business process changes, we will enhance the design and documentation of our internal control over financial reporting process to maintain effective controls over our financial reporting.


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PART II — OTHER INFORMATION
Item 1.
Legal Proceedings
The information required by this Item is incorporated herein by reference to Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements—Note 16. Commitments and Contingencies in Part I, Item 1, of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q.
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
In addition to the other information set forth in this Form 10-Q, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in the "Our Operating Environment" and "Forward-Looking Information and Factors That May Affect Future Results" sections of the MD&A and in Part I, Item 1A. "Risk Factors," of our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K, which could materially affect our business, financial condition, or future results and which are incorporated by reference herein. Set forth below are updates to certain of the risk factors disclosed in our 2014 Annual Report on Form 10-K.
Risks related to our business and industry
Restrictions and bans on the use of antibacterials in food-producing animals may become more prevalent.
The issue of the potential transfer of increased antibacterials resistance in bacteria from food-producing animals to human pathogens, and the causality of that transfer, continue to be the subject of global scientific and regulatory discussion. Antibacterials refer to small molecules that can be used to treat or prevent bacterial infections and are a sub-categorization of the products that make up our anti-infectives and medicated feed additives portfolios. In some countries, this issue has led to government restrictions and bans on the use of specific antibacterials in some food-producing animals, regardless of the route of administration (in feed or injectable). These restrictions are more prevalent in countries where animal protein is plentiful and governments are willing to take action even when there is scientific uncertainty. Our total revenue attributable to antibacterials for livestock was approximately $1.3 billion for the year ended December 31, 2014.
For example, in December 2013, the FDA announced final guidance establishing procedures for the voluntary phase out in the United States over a three year period of the use of medically important antibacterials in animal feed for growth promotion in food production animals (medically important antibacterials include classes that are prescribed in animal and human health). The guidance provides for continued use of antibacterials in food producing animals for treatment, control and under certain circumstances for prevention of disease, all under the supervision of a veterinarian. Our total revenue attributable to medicated feed additives was approximately $479 million for the year ended December 31, 2014. The FDA indicated that they took this action to help preserve the efficacy of medically important antibacterials to treat infections in humans. Zoetis supports the FDA's efforts to voluntarily phase-out growth promotion indications for medically important antibiotics in food producing animals and will comply with procedures outlined in the December 2013 FDA guidance.
In addition, in October 2014, the French Parliament passed a law that, inter-alia, prohibits rebates and discounts on antibiotics and requires the reporting of antibiotics sold to and agreements entered into with certain animal healthcare providers (including veterinarians, veterinary schools, pharmacists and students). The Parliament indicated that the law is in response to a government initiative aimed at fighting antimicrobial resistance in animals and reducing the use of certain categories of antibiotics by 25% (compared to 2013) by December 31, 2016.
Further, since May 2015, one of the largest food companies in the United Kingdom has been removing from its poultry production all antibiotics considered “critically important to human health” by the World Health Organization. The decision is in addition to the UK poultry industry’s voluntary ban on the prophylactic use of certain products.
We cannot predict whether antibacterials resistance concerns will result in additional restrictions or bans, expanded regulations or public pressure to discontinue or reduce use of antibacterials in food-producing animals, which could materially adversely affect our operating results and financial condition.
We may experience difficulties, delays or unexpected costs and not achieve anticipated benefits and savings from our recently announced comprehensive operational efficiency initiative.
On May 5, 2015, we announced an initiative to simplify our operations, improve our efficiency and cost structure, and better allocate our resources to key growth opportunities in animal health. As part of the initiative, we plan to reduce staff and close or divest certain facilities. We may not realize, in full or in part, the anticipated benefits and savings from our efforts due to unforeseen difficulties, the complexity inherent in unwinding our current structure, and delays or unexpected costs, which may adversely affect our business and results of operations.
Following the completion of our program, we will execute our business initiatives with fewer staff and in some instances existing employees will be transitioning to new key roles. We must also attract, retain and motivate key employees who are critical to our business. If we are unable to effectively execute with fewer staff members, transition key roles and/or attract, retain and motivate key employees, it may adversely impact our business.
Risks related to manufacturing
Manufacturing problems and capacity imbalances may cause product launch delays, inventory shortages, recalls or unanticipated costs.
In order to sell our products, we must be able to produce and ship our products in sufficient quantities. We have a global manufacturing network consisting of 27 manufacturing sites located in 10 countries. In addition, 11 Pfizer sites located in 11 countries manufacture certain of our products for us. Included in these Pfizer sites is our facility in Guarulhos, Brazil, where Pfizer will continue its manufacturing operations for a

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period of time. These Pfizer sites consist of sites operated by Pfizer that, immediately prior to the Separation, predominantly manufactured human health products. We also employ a network of approximately 200 CMOs. Many of our products involve complex manufacturing processes and are sole-sourced from certain manufacturing sites.
Minor deviations in our manufacturing or logistical processes, such as temperature excursions or improper package sealing, could result in delays, inventory shortages, unanticipated costs, product recalls, product liability and/or regulatory action. In addition, a number of factors could cause production interruptions, including:
the failure of us or any of our vendors or suppliers, including logistical service providers, to comply with applicable regulations and quality assurance guidelines;
construction delays;
equipment malfunctions;
shortages of materials;
labor problems;
natural disasters;
power outages;
criminal and terrorist activities;
changes in manufacturing production sites and limits to manufacturing capacity due to regulatory requirements, changes in types of products produced, shipping distributions or physical limitations; and
the outbreak of any highly contagious diseases near our production sites.
These interruptions could result in launch delays, inventory shortages, recalls, unanticipated costs or issues with our agreements under which we supply third parties, which may adversely affect our operating results. For example, our manufacturing site in Medolla, Italy was damaged in an earthquake in May 2012, which resulted in production interruptions at that site. In addition, we have experienced challenges in manufacturing Apoquel that have impacted our ability to meet customer demand. As a result, we have had to place limits on the amounts of this product veterinarians can purchase and have delayed the launch of the product in certain markets.
Our manufacturing network may be unable to meet the demand for our products or we may have excess capacity if demand for our products changes. The unpredictability of a product's regulatory or commercial success or failure, the lead time necessary to construct highly technical and complex manufacturing sites, and shifting customer demand (including as a result of market conditions or entry of branded or generic competition) increase the potential for capacity imbalances. In addition, construction of sites is expensive, and our ability to recover costs will depend on the market acceptance and success of the products produced at the new sites, which is uncertain.
Risks related to our international operations
A significant portion of our operations are conducted in foreign jurisdictions and are subject to the economic, political, legal and business environments of the countries in which we do business.
Our international operations could be limited or disrupted by any of the following:
volatility in the international financial markets;
compliance with governmental controls;
difficulties enforcing contractual and intellectual property rights;
parallel trade in our products (importation of our products from European Union countries where our products are sold at lower prices into European Union countries where the products are sold at higher prices);
compliance with a wide variety of laws and regulations, such as the FCPA and similar non-U.S. laws and regulations;
compliance with foreign labor laws;
burdens to comply with multiple and potentially conflicting foreign laws and regulations, including those relating to environmental, health and safety requirements;
changes in laws, regulations, government controls or enforcement practices with respect to our business and the businesses of our customers, including the imposition of limits on our profitability (e.g., the Venezuelan Law on Fair Pricing);
political and social instability, including crime, civil disturbance, terrorist activities and armed conflicts;
trade restrictions and restrictions on direct investments by foreign entities, including restrictions administered by the OFAC and the European Union, in relation to our products or the products of farmers and other customers (e.g., restrictions on the importation of agricultural products from the European Union to Russia);
changes in tax laws, challenges brought against our incentive tax rulings, and tariffs;
imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties or other trade-related sanctions;
costs and difficulties in staffing, managing and monitoring international operations; and
longer payment cycles and increased exposure to counterparty risk.

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In addition, international transactions may involve increased financial and legal risks due to differing legal systems and customs. Compliance with these requirements may prohibit the import or export of certain products and technologies or may require us to obtain a license before importing or exporting certain products or technology. A failure to comply with any of these laws, regulations or requirements could result in civil or criminal legal proceedings, monetary or non-monetary penalties, or both, disruptions to our business, limitations on our ability to import and export products and services, and damage to our reputation. In addition, variations in the pricing of our products between jurisdictions may result in the unauthorized importation or unauthorized re-importation of our products between jurisdictions and may also result in the imposition of antidumping and countervailing duties or other trade-related sanctions. While the impact of these factors is difficult to predict, any of them could materially adversely affect our operating results and financial condition. Changes in any of these laws, regulations or requirements, or the political environment in a particular country, may affect our ability to engage in business transactions in certain markets, including investment, procurement and repatriation of earnings.
Foreign exchange rate fluctuations and potential currency controls affect our results of operations, as reported in our financial statements.
We conduct operations in many areas of the world, involving transactions denominated in a variety of currencies. For the six months ended June 28, 2015, we generated approximately 49% of our revenue in currencies other than the U.S. dollar, principally the euro and Brazilian real. We are subject to currency exchange rate risk to the extent that our costs are denominated in currencies other than those in which we earn revenue. In addition, because our financial statements are reported in U.S. dollars, changes in currency exchange rates between the U.S. dollar and other currencies have had, and will continue to have, an impact on our results of operations.
For example, on February 13, 2013, the Venezuelan government devalued its currency from a rate of 4.3 to 6.3 Venezuelan bolivars per U.S. dollar. We immediately incurred a foreign currency loss of $9 million on the devaluation as a result of remeasuring the local assets and liabilities.
Our Venezuelan subsidiary's functional currency is the U.S. dollar because of the hyperinflationary status of the Venezuelan economy. In the first quarter of 2014, the Venezuelan government expanded its exchange mechanisms, resulting in three official rates of exchange for the Venezuelan bolivar.
On February 10, 2015, the Venezuelan government announced that they would continue to operate with a three-tier exchange rate system. In addition, they announced that the primary rate of 6.3 bolivars to the dollar would remain in place for imports that are deemed essential, and that a new free-floating rate (SIMADI) would replace the then-existing third-tier rate (SICAD II). As of June 28, 2015, the Venezuelan bolivar to U.S. dollar exchange rates were the CENCOEX rate of 6.3; the SICAD I rate of 12.8; and the SIMADI rate of 197. We continue to use the CENCOEX rate of 6.3 to report our Venezuela financial position, results of operations and cash flows.
We may experience adverse impacts to earnings as our revenue, costs and expenses may be translated into U.S. dollars at lower rates. As of February 22, 2015, we had net monetary assets denominated in local currency of $70 million ($81 million of which was in cash) in Venezuela and other consolidated entities had receivables from our Venezuela business of $51 million. For the six months ended May 24, 2015, our revenue from the Venezuelan market was approximately $43 million.
We cannot predict whether there will be further devaluation of the Venezuelan bolivar or whether our use of the 6.3 rate will continue to be supported by evolving facts and circumstances. Further, other potential actions by the Venezuelan government in response to economic uncertainties could impact the recoverability of our investment in Venezuela, which could result in a charge and, under extreme circumstances, could impact our ability to continue to operate in the country in the same manner as we have historically.
We also face risks arising from currency devaluations and the imposition of cash repatriation restrictions and exchange controls. Currency devaluations result in a diminished value of funds denominated in the currency of the country instituting the devaluation. Cash repatriation restrictions and exchange controls may limit our ability to convert foreign currencies into U.S. dollars or to remit dividends and other payments by our foreign subsidiaries or businesses located in or conducted within a country imposing restrictions or controls. While we currently have no need, and do not intend, to repatriate or convert cash held in countries that have significant restrictions or controls in place, should we need to do so to fund our operations, we may be unable to repatriate or convert such cash, or be unable to do so without incurring substantial costs. We currently have substantial operations in countries that have cash repatriation restrictions or exchange controls in place, including China and Venezuela, and, if we were to need to repatriate or convert such cash, these controls and restrictions may have a material adverse effect on our operating results and financial condition.
Risks related to information technology
We may experience difficulties with the implementation of our enterprise resource planning system, which could disrupt our business and adversely affect our results of operations and financial condition.
We are engaged in a multi-year implementation of an ERP. The ERP is designed to accurately maintain our books and records and provide information important to the operation of our business to our management team. The implementation of the ERP will require significant investment of human and financial resources. In implementing the ERP, we may experience significant delays, increased costs and other difficulties. While we have invested significant resources in planning, project management and training, additional and significant implementation issues may arise. For example, although the U.S. implementation of our ERP system has been successful from a systems and controls point of view, due to the large number of customers directly impacted by our change of systems, we have experienced challenges with certain of our customers experiencing a disruption in their service. Any significant disruption or deficiency in the design and implementation of the ERP could adversely affect our ability to process orders, ship product, send invoices and track payments, fulfill contractual obligations or otherwise operate our business. Any of these consequences could have an adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition.

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Item 2.
Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
The following table provides information with respect to the shares of the company’s common stock repurchased during the quarter ended
June 28, 2015:
 
Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities
 
Total Number of Shares Purchased(a)
Average Price Paid Per Share
Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Programs(b)
Approximate Dollar Value of Shares that May Yet Be Purchased Under Plans or Programs
March 30 - April 26, 2015
330,509
$46.65
329,408
$437,273,074
April 27 - May 24, 2015
353,054
$46.06
351,606
421,078,916
May 25 - June 28, 2015
391,269
$49.22
389,865
401,888,599
Total
1,074,832
$47.39
1,070,879
$401,888,599
(a) The company repurchased 3,953 shares during the three-month period ended June 28, 2015, that were not part of the publicly announced share repurchase authorization. These shares were reacquired from employees to satisfy tax withholding requirements on the vesting of restricted shares from equity-based awards.
(b) On November 18, 2014, the company announced that its Board of Directors had authorized the repurchase of up to $500 million of our outstanding common stock.
Item 3.
Defaults Upon Senior Securities
None
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
None
Item 5.
Other Information
None.

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Item 6.
Exhibits
Exhibit 3.1
 
Restated Certificate of Incorporation of the Registrant, effective as of May 13, 2014 (incorporated by reference to
 
 
   Exhibit 3.1 to Zoetis Inc.'s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed on November 10, 2014)
Exhibit 3.2
 
Amended and Restated By-laws of the Registrant (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 3.2 to Zoetis Inc.'s 2012
 
 
Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on March 28, 2013)
Exhibit 10.1
 
Form of Indemnification Agreement for directors and officers (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.19 of
 
 
Zoetis Inc.'s registration statement on Form S-1 (File No. 333-183254))
Exhibit 10.2
 
Form of Performance Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement, effective as of February 27, 2015 (incorporated by
 
 
  reference to Exhibit 99.1 to Zoetis Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on March 4, 2015)
Exhibit 10.3
 
Form of Restricted Stock Unit Award Agreement, effective as of February 27, 2015 (incorporated by reference to
 
 
  Exhibit 99.2 to Zoetis Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on March 4, 2015)
Exhibit 10.4
 
Form of Stock Option Award Agreement, effective as of February 27, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.3
 
 
   to Zoetis Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on March 4, 2015)
Exhibit 10.5
 
Form of Cash Award Agreement, effective as of February 27, 2015 (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 99.4 to
 
 
   Zoetis Inc.’s Current Report on Form 8-K filed on March 4, 2015)
Exhibit 12
 
Computation of Ratio of Earnings to Fixed Charges
Exhibit 15
 
Accountants' Acknowledgment
Exhibit 31.1
 
Chief Executive Officer–Certification pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 Section 302
Exhibit 31.2
 
Chief Financial Officer–Certification pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 Section 302
Exhibit 32.1
 
Chief Executive Officer–Certification pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 Section 906
Exhibit 32.2
 
Chief Financial Officer–Certification pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 Section 906
EX-101.INS
 
INSTANCE DOCUMENT
EX-101.SCH
 
SCHEMA DOCUMENT
EX-101.CAL
 
CALCULATION LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101.LAB
 
LABELS LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101.PRE
 
PRESENTATION LINKBASE DOCUMENT
EX-101.DEF
 
DEFINITION LINKBASE DOCUMENT

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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
 
Zoetis Inc.
 
 
 
August 6, 2015
By:
/S/ JUAN RAMÓN ALAIX
 
 
Juan Ramón Alaix
 
 
Chief Executive Officer and Director
 
 
 
August 6, 2015
By:
/S/ PAUL S. HERENDEEN
 
 
Paul S. Herendeen
 
 
Executive Vice President and
 
 
Chief Financial Officer


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