UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

FORM 8-K

 

CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF

THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

 

February 28, 2017

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)

 

QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

Commission File Number 001-12019

 

PENNSYLVANIA   No. 23-0993790
(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)
  (I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

One Quaker Park

901 E. Hector Street

Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428

(Address of principal executive offices)

(Zip Code)

 

(610) 832-4000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

Not Applicable

(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

 

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INFORMATION TO BE INCLUDED IN THE REPORT

 

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

 

On February 28, 2017, Quaker Chemical Corporation announced its results of operations for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2016 in a press release, the text of which is included as Exhibit 99.1 hereto. Supplemental information related to the same period is also included as Exhibit 99.2 hereto.

 

Item 9.01.Financial Statements and Exhibits.

 

The following exhibits are included as part of this report:

 

Exhibit No.    
99.1   Press Release of Quaker Chemical Corporation dated February 28, 2017.
     
99.2   Supplemental Information related to the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2016.

 

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SIGNATURE

 

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 hereunto duly authorized.

 

  QUAKER CHEMICAL CORPORATION
  Registrant
     
Date: February 28, 2017 By: /s/ Mary Dean Hall
    Mary Dean Hall
    Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer

 

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Exhibit 99.1

 

NEWS  
 
Contact:
Mary Dean Hall
Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer
Hallm@quakerchem.com
T. 610.832.4160

 

For Release: Immediate

 

QUAKER CHEMICAL ANNOUNCES FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2016 RESULTS

 

·Organic volume growth of 7% drives a 4% increase in quarterly net sales despite continued FX headwinds

·Strong quarterly earnings of $1.31 per diluted share result in a 9% increase in non-GAAP earnings per diluted share to $1.26

·Fourth quarter and full year net income of $17.4 million and $61.4 million lead to quarterly adjusted EBITDA of $25.6 million and record full year adjusted EBITDA of $106.6 million

 

February 28, 2017

 

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA – Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) today announced net sales of $191.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2016, a 4% increase compared to $183.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2015 and full year net sales of $746.7 million in 2016, a 1% increase compared to $737.6 million in 2015. The fourth quarter and full year 2016 increases in net sales were driven by organic volume growth of 7% and 3%, respectively, which overcame negative impacts from foreign currency translation of 3% in both the fourth quarter and full year. While gross margins declined somewhat in the quarter and slightly for the full year, the Company was able to grow its operating income in both periods due to increased sales volumes, continued discipline in managing labor-related costs in its selling, general and administrative expenses (“SG&A”) and lower restructuring expenses in connection with its 2015 global restructuring program. This operating performance drove fourth quarter and full year 2016 net income of $17.4 million and $61.4 million, respectively, and increases of 1% and 5% in its fourth quarter and full year 2016 adjusted EBITDA of $25.6 million and $106.6 million, respectively.

 

The Company’s current quarter earnings per diluted share increased to $1.31 compared to $0.86 in the fourth quarter of 2015, with non-GAAP earnings per diluted share increasing 9% to $1.26 in the fourth quarter of 2016 compared to $1.16 in the prior year. The Company’s strong fourth quarter performance led to full year 2016 earnings per diluted share of $4.63 compared to $3.84 in 2015, with non-GAAP earnings per diluted share increasing 4% to $4.60 in 2016 compared to $4.43 in 2015. This growth in fourth quarter and full year reported and non-GAAP earnings per diluted share was achieved despite negative impacts from foreign exchange of approximately 5%, or $0.07 per diluted share, in the quarter and 4%, or $0.18 per diluted share, for the full year. The strong fourth quarter earnings drove net operating cash flow of $20.8 million in the quarter, increasing the Company’s full year 2016 net operating cash flow 1% to $73.8 million compared to $73.4 million in 2015.

 

Michael F. Barry, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, commented, “We are pleased with our fourth quarter results, despite continued foreign exchange headwinds. We were able to grow our organic volumes by 7% on continued market share gains, as well as from increased production in some of our end markets. While our gross margins declined due to raw material price increases and certain one-time costs, we were able to partially offset the decline with savings realized from our previously announced restructuring program and other cost streamlining initiatives. Overall, we achieved a 9% increase in non-GAAP earnings despite foreign exchange negatively impacting earnings by 5%.”

 

Quaker Chemical Corporation

One Quaker Park, 901 E. Hector Street, Conshohocken, PA 19428-2380 USA

P: 610.832.4000 F: 610.832.8682

quakerchem.com

 

 

 

 

Mr. Barry continued, “2016 was our seventh consecutive year of adjusted EBITDA and non-GAAP earnings growth. The 5% growth in full year adjusted EBITDA was achieved despite foreign exchange negatively impacting our bottom line by 4%. Looking forward, we expect foreign exchange to continue to be a headwind. However, we remain committed to our strategy and believe our ability to take market share and leverage our past acquisitions will continue to help offset market challenges. Our 2017 plans indicate growth in both the top and bottom lines, despite expected currency headwinds, with profit growth in all regions. Overall, I continue to remain confident in our future and expect 2017 to be another good year for Quaker, as we expect to increase non-GAAP earnings and adjusted EBITDA for the eighth consecutive year.”

 

Fourth Quarter of 2016 Summary

 

Net sales in the fourth quarter of 2016 were $191.2 million compared to $183.3 million in the fourth quarter of 2015. The approximate $7.9 million or 4% increase in net sales was primarily due to a 7% increase in organic volumes, partially offset by the negative impact of foreign currency translation of $4.7 million or 3%.

 

Gross profit in the fourth quarter of 2016 increased $0.9 million or 1% from the fourth quarter of 2015, primarily due to the increase in sales volumes, noted above, partially offset by a lower gross margin of 36.4% in the fourth quarter of 2016 compared to 37.5% in the prior year quarter. While the Company did experience some gross margin decline from changes in raw material costs and product mix, the Company’s quarterly gross margin was also negatively impacted by one-time charges to its raw material and manufacturing costs that were higher during the current quarter and not expected to recur at the same level in the future.

 

SG&A increased $1.0 million during the fourth quarter of 2016 due to the net impact of several factors. The Company had incremental SG&A associated with acquisitions, including $0.4 million for certain uncommon transaction-related costs in connection with the execution of, and diligence on, acquisition candidates. In addition, the Company’s overall labor-related costs were higher quarter-over-quarter primarily due to annual compensation increases. These cost increases quarter-over-quarter were partially offset by a decrease from foreign currency translation and certain cost saving efforts, including the 2015 global restructuring program noted below.

 

The Company had restructuring expenses of $6.8 million during the fourth quarter of 2015 related to the 2015 global restructuring program. The Company substantially completed the program during 2016, and recognized a restructuring credit of $0.4 million during the fourth quarter of 2016 to update its initial estimates for employee separation costs.

 

Operating income in the fourth quarter of 2016 was $20.4 million compared to $13.2 million in the fourth quarter of 2015. The $7.2 million increase in operating income was primarily due to the decrease in restructuring expenses and the increase in sales volumes, noted above, partially offset by a decline in gross margin and an increase in SG&A expenses.

 

Other income increased $0.3 million during the fourth quarter of 2016 primarily due to higher receipts of local municipality-related grants in one of the Company’s regions quarter-over-quarter.

 

Interest expense was relatively consistent on comparable average borrowings outstanding in both quarters. Interest income was $0.1 million higher in the fourth quarter of 2016 compared to the fourth quarter of 2015, primarily due to an increase in the level of the Company’s invested cash in certain regions with higher returns.

 

The Company’s effective tax rates for the fourth quarters of 2016 and 2015 were 17.3% and 16.5%, respectively. The Company’s fourth quarter of 2016 effective tax rate reflects the receipt of a concessionary tax rate in one of its subsidiaries, which allowed the Company to adjust the subsidiaries tax rate from 25%, used in the first nine months of 2016, to 15% for the full year. The Company recorded the cumulative full year benefit of the lower rate in the fourth quarter of 2016. In the fourth quarter of 2015, the effective tax rate reflected the accelerated recognition of certain tax-related incentives due to changes in local tax regulations, adjustments related to previous years’ tax estimates, and the overall mix of earnings between higher and lower tax jurisdictions.

 

Equity in net income of associated companies (“equity income”) decreased $0.1 million in the fourth quarter of 2016 compared to the fourth quarter of 2015, primarily due to slightly lower earnings from the Company’s interest in a captive insurance company.

 

The Company recognized a minimal impact to net income from its Lubricor, Inc. acquisition during the fourth quarter of 2016, as its operating results were offset by initial adjustments related to fair value accounting.

 

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Changes in foreign exchange rates negatively impacted the Company’s fourth quarter of 2016 net income by approximately 5%, or $0.07 per diluted share.

 

Full Year 2016 Summary

 

Net sales in 2016 were $746.7 million compared to net sales of $737.6 million in 2015. The $9.1 million or 1% increase in net sales was primarily due to a 3% increase in organic volumes and a 2% increase from acquisitions, partially offset by the negative impact of foreign currency translation of $21.7 million or 3% and a decline in selling price and product mix of 1% year-over-year.

 

Gross profit in 2016 increased $2.6 million or 1% compared to 2015, primarily driven by the increase in sales volumes noted above, on a slightly lower gross margin of 37.4% in 2016 compared to 37.6% in the prior year.

 

The SG&A decrease of $2.0 million from 2015 was primarily due to a decrease from foreign currency translation, a decrease in certain uncommon transaction-related costs year-over-year and the impact from the cost savings efforts, noted above. These decreases were partially offset by higher overall labor-related costs, primarily due to annual compensation increases, as well as incremental costs associated with the Company’s recent acquisition activity.

 

As noted above, the Company had restructuring expenses of $6.8 million in 2015 related to a global restructuring program initiated in the fourth quarter of 2015 and also recognized a restructuring credit of $0.4 million in 2016 to update its initial estimates for employee separation costs. The Company’s pre-tax cost savings as a result of this program were approximately $3 million in 2016, realized mainly over the second half of the year, and are expected to increase to $5 million for the full-year 2017.

 

Operating income in 2016 was $83.1 million compared to $71.3 million in 2015. The $11.8 million increase in operating income was primarily due to the increase in sales volumes, as well as lower SG&A and restructuring expenses year-over-year, partially offset by a slight decline in gross margin during 2016.

 

Other income was $1.8 million in 2016 compared to other expense of $0.1 million in 2015. The increase in other income was primarily driven by foreign currency transaction gains realized in 2016 compared to foreign currency transaction losses in 2015, as well as higher receipts of local municipality-related grants in one of the Company’s regions year-over-year.

 

Interest expense was $0.3 million higher in 2016 compared to 2015, primarily due to increased average borrowings outstanding during 2016 as a result of the Company’s recent acquisition activity. Interest income was $0.4 million higher in 2016 compared to 2015, primarily due to an increase in the level of the Company’s invested cash in certain regions with higher returns and increased interest received on certain tax-related credits in 2016.

 

The Company’s effective tax rates for 2016 and 2015 were 27.6% and 25.3%, respectively. The primary contributors to the difference between the Company’s effective tax rates in 2016 and 2015 were certain one-time items recorded during 2015, including the accelerated recognition of certain tax-related incentives and adjustments related to previous years’ tax estimates, noted above. Going into 2017, we expect the full year effective tax rate will be between 28% and 30%.

 

Equity income in 2016 increased $2.0 million compared to 2015. The increase in equity income was primarily due to a smaller currency conversion charge recorded at the Company’s Venezuela affiliate during 2016 compared to 2015, related to changes in Venezuela’s foreign exchange markets and currency controls in both periods. Equity income also includes earnings from the Company’s interest in a captive insurance company which was lower in 2016 compared to 2015.

 

The Company had a $0.1 million increase in net income attributable to noncontrolling interest in 2016 compared to 2015, primarily due to stronger performance at its India affiliate.

 

Changes in foreign exchange rates, excluding the currency conversion impacts of the Venezuelan bolivar fuerte noted above, negatively impacted the Company’s 2016 net income by approximately 4%, or $0.18 per diluted share.

 

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Balance Sheet and Cash Flow Items

 

The Company’s net operating cash flow of $20.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2016 increased its full year net operating cash flow to $73.8 million compared to $73.4 million in 2015. The increase in net operating cash flow was driven by the Company’s strong operating performance and lower cash invested in the Company’s working capital during 2016, partially offset by a year-over-year increase in cash outflows related to pension contributions, restructuring payments and tax-related payments. In addition, the Company paid approximately $4.6 million in cash dividends during the fourth quarter of 2016, increasing its total dividends paid to $17.6 million in 2016. The Company also repurchased approximately 84,000 shares of its common stock for $5.9 million in 2016. Overall, the Company’s liquidity and balance sheet remain strong, as its cash position exceeded its debt at December 31, 2016 and the Company’s total debt continued to be less than one times adjusted EBITDA.

 

Non-GAAP Measures

 

Included in this public release are two non-GAAP (unaudited) financial measures: non-GAAP earnings per diluted share and adjusted EBITDA. The Company believes these non-GAAP financial measures provide meaningful supplemental information as they enhance a reader’s understanding of the financial performance of the Company, are more indicative of future operating performance of the Company, and facilitate a better comparison among fiscal periods, as the non-GAAP financial measures exclude items that are not considered core to the Company’s operations. Non-GAAP results are presented for supplemental informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the financial information presented in accordance with GAAP. The following tables reconcile non-GAAP earnings per diluted share (unaudited) and adjusted EBITDA (unaudited) to their most directly comparable GAAP financial measures:

 

  

Three Months Ended

December 31,

 

Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

   2016  2015  2016  2015
GAAP earnings per diluted share attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation Common Shareholders  $1.31   $0.86   $4.63   $3.84 
Equity income in a captive insurance company per diluted share   (0.06)   (0.07)   (0.13)   (0.16)
Restructuring (credit) expense per diluted share   (0.02)   0.36    (0.02)   0.36 
Certain uncommon transaction-related expenses per diluted share   0.03        0.11    0.15 
Customer bankruptcy costs per diluted share       0.01        0.02 
Cost streamlining initiatives per diluted share               0.01 
Currency conversion impact of the Venezuelan bolivar fuerte per diluted share           0.01    0.21 
Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share  $1.26   $1.16   $4.60   $4.43 

 

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Three Months Ended

December 31,

 

Twelve Months Ended

December 31,

   2016  2015  2016  2015
Net income attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation  $17,434   $11,393   $61,403   $51,180 
Depreciation and amortization   4,778    4,979    19,566    19,206 
Interest expense   663    694    2,889    2,585 
Taxes on income before equity in net income of associated companies   3,562    2,161    23,226    17,785 
Equity income in a captive insurance company   (736)   (857)   (1,688)   (2,078)
Restructuring (credit) expense   (439)   6,790    (439)   6,790 
Certain uncommon transaction-related expenses   374        1,531    2,813 
Customer bankruptcy costs       149        328 
Cost streamlining initiatives               173 
Currency conversion impact of the Venezuelan bolivar fuerte           88    2,806 
Adjusted EBITDA  $25,636   $25,309   $106,576   $101,588 
Adjusted EBITDA margin (%)   13.4%   13.8%   14.3%   13.8%

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected in such statements. A major risk is that demand for the Company’s products and services is largely derived from the demand for its customers’ products, which subjects the Company to uncertainties related to downturns in a customer’s business and unanticipated customer production shutdowns. Other major risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, significant increases in raw material costs, customer financial stability, worldwide economic and political conditions, foreign currency fluctuations, significant changes in applicable tax rates and regulations, future terrorist attacks and other acts of violence. Other factors could also adversely affect us. Therefore, we caution you not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. This discussion is provided as permitted by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

 

Conference Call

 

As previously announced, Quaker Chemical’s investor conference call to discuss the fourth quarter and full year 2016 results is scheduled for March 1, 2017 at 8:30 a.m. (ET). A live webcast of the conference call, together with supplemental information, can be accessed through the Company’s Investor Relations website at http://www.quakerchem.com. You can also access the conference call by dialing 877-269-7756.

 

About Quaker

 

Quaker Chemical is a leading global provider of process fluids, chemical specialties, and technical expertise to a wide range of industries, including steel, aluminum, automotive, mining, aerospace, tube and pipe, cans, and others.  For nearly 100 years, Quaker has helped customers around the world achieve production efficiency, improve product quality, and lower costs through a combination of innovative technology, process knowledge, and customized services. Headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania USA, Quaker serves businesses worldwide with a network of dedicated and experienced professionals whose mission is to make a difference.

 

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Quaker Chemical Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Income

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

 

   Three Months Ended December 31,  Twelve Months Ended December 31,
   2016  2015  2016  2015
             
Net sales  $191,245   $183,275   $746,665   $737,555 
                     
Cost of goods sold   121,541    114,509    467,072    460,515 
                     
Gross profit   69,704    68,766    279,593    277,040 
%   36.4%   37.5%   37.4%   37.6%
                     
Selling, general and administrative expenses   49,758    48,753    196,981    198,990 
Restructuring and related activities   (439)   6,790    (439)   6,790 
                     
Operating income   20,385    13,223    83,051    71,260 
%   10.7%   7.2%   11.1%   9.7%
                     
Other income (expense), net   319    28    1,810    (69)
Interest expense   (663)   (694)   (2,889)   (2,585)
Interest income   593    507    2,037    1,624 
Income before taxes and equity in net income of associated companies   20,634    13,064    84,009    70,230 
                     
Taxes on income before equity in net income of associated companies   3,562    2,161    23,226    17,785 
Income before equity in net income of associated companies   17,072    10,903    60,783    52,445 
                     
Equity in net income of associated companies   867    949    2,256    261 
                     
Net income   17,939    11,852    63,039    52,706 
                     
Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interest   505    459    1,636    1,526 
                     
Net income attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation  $17,434   $11,393   $61,403   $51,180 
%   9.1%   6.2%   8.2%   6.9%
                     
Share and per share data:                    
Basic weighted average common shares outstanding   13,157,411    13,180,364    13,136,138    13,199,630 
Diluted weighted average common shares outstanding   13,198,611    13,193,659    13,160,469    13,214,849 
                     
Net income attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation Common Shareholders - basic  $1.31   $0.86   $4.64   $3.84 
Net income attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation Common Shareholders - diluted  $1.31   $0.86   $4.63   $3.84 

 

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Quaker Chemical Corporation

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(Dollars in thousands, except par value and share amounts)

 

   December 31,
   2016  2015
ASSETS          
           
Current assets          
Cash and cash equivalents  $88,818   $81,053 
Accounts receivable, net   195,225    188,297 
Inventories, net   77,082    75,099 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   15,343    13,582 
Total current assets   376,468    358,031 
Property, plant and equipment, net   85,734    87,619 
Goodwill   80,804    79,111 
Other intangible assets, net   73,071    73,287 
Investments in associated companies   22,817    20,354 
Non-current deferred tax assets   24,382    30,107 
Other assets   28,752    32,218 
Total assets  $692,028   $680,727 
           
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY          
           
Current liabilities          
Short-term borrowings and current portion of long-term debt  $707   $662 
Accounts payable   77,583    67,291 
Dividends payable   4,581    4,252 
Accrued compensation   19,356    19,166 
Accrued restructuring   670    6,303 
Accrued pension and postretirement benefits   1,086    1,144 
Other current liabilities   23,428    25,696 
Total current liabilities   127,411    124,514 
Long-term debt   65,769    81,439 
Non-current deferred tax liabilities   12,008    10,258 
Non-current accrued pension and postretirement benefits   38,348    40,689 
Other non-current liabilities   35,886    42,584 
Total liabilities   279,422    299,484 
           
Equity          
Common stock, $1 par value; authorized 30,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 2016 - 13,277,832 shares; 2015 - 13,288,113 shares   13,278    13,288 
Capital in excess of par value   112,475    106,333 
Retained earnings   364,414    326,740 
Accumulated other comprehensive loss   (87,407)   (73,316)
Total Quaker shareholders' equity   402,760    373,045 
Noncontrolling interest   9,846    8,198 
Total equity   412,606    381,243 
Total liabilities and equity  $692,028   $680,727 

 

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Quaker Chemical Corporation

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Dollars in thousands)

 

   Twelve Months Ended December 31,
   2016  2015
Cash flows from operating activities          
Net income  $63,039   $52,706 
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:          
Depreciation   12,557    12,395 
Amortization   7,009    6,811 
Equity in undistributed (earnings) losses of associated companies, net of dividends   (1,969)   578 
Deferred income taxes   5,488    (2,401)
Uncertain tax positions (non-deferred portion)   (3,206)   (1,122)
Deferred compensation and other, net   (424)   14 
Stock-based compensation   6,349    5,919 
Restructuring and related activities   (439)   6,790 
Gain on disposal of property, plant and equipment and other assets   (18)   (12)
Insurance settlement realized   (1,023)   (760)
Pension and other postretirement benefits   (3,420)   2,591 
(Decrease) increase in cash from changes in current assets and current liabilities, net of acquisitions:          
Accounts receivable   (11,705)   (188)
Inventories   (1,870)   1,292 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets   (703)   (721)
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities   14,566    (9,040)
Change in restructuring liabilities   (5,252)   (490)
Estimated taxes on income   (5,226)   (930)
Net cash provided by operating activities   73,753    73,432 
           
Cash flows from investing activities          
Investments in property, plant and equipment   (9,954)   (11,033)
Payments related to acquisitions, net of cash acquired   (15,024)   (24,058)
Proceeds from disposition of assets   186    135 
Insurance settlement interest earned   32    35 
Change in restricted cash, net   991    725 
Net cash used in investing activities   (23,769)   (34,196)
           
Cash flows from financing activities          
Proceeds from long-term debt   -    6,163 
Repayments of long-term debt   (14,513)   (477)
Dividends paid   (17,625)   (16,513)
Stock options exercised, other   (811)   1,048 
Payments for repurchase of common stock   (5,859)   (7,276)
Excess tax benefit related to stock option exercises   678    384 
Payment of acquisition-related liabilities   -    (226)
Net cash used in financing activities   (38,130)   (16,897)
           
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash   (4,089)   (6,017)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents   7,765    16,322 
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period   81,053    64,731 
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period  $88,818   $81,053 

 

 

 

Exhibit 99.2

 

1 Fourth Quarter 2016 Results Investor Conference Call March 1, 2017 Quaker Chemical Corporation

 

 

Regulation G The attached charts include C ompany information that does not conform to generally accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”). Management believes that an analysis of this data is meaningful to investors because it provides insight with respect to ongoing operating results of the Company and allows investors to better evaluate the financial results of the Company. These measures should not be viewed as an alternative to GAAP measures of performance. Furthermore, these measures may not be cons istent with similar measures provided by other companies. This data should be read in conjunction with the C ompany’s fourth quarter and full year earnings news release dated February 28, 2017, which has been furnished to the SEC on Form 8-K and the Company’s Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016, which has been filed with the SEC. Forward-Looking Statements This presentation may contain forward-looking statements that are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results t o differ materially from those projected in such statements. A major risk is that demand for the Company’s products and services is largely derived from the demand for its customers’ products, which subjects the Company to uncertainties related to downturns in a customer’s business and unanticipated customer production shutdowns. Other major risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, significant increases in raw material costs, customer financial stability, worldwide economic and political co nditions, foreign currency fluctuations, significant changes in applicable tax rates and regulations, future terrorist attacks and other acts of violence. Other factors could also adversely affect us. Therefore, we caution you not to place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. This discussion is provided as permitted by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Risks and Uncertainties Statement

 

 

Speakers Michael F. Barry Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer & President Mary Dean Hall Vice President, Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer Robert T. Traub Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary Chart #1

 

 

Fourth Quarter 2016 Headlines ▪ Organic volume growth of 7% drives a 4% increase in quarterly net sales despite continued FX headwinds ▪ Strong quarterly earnings of $1.31 per diluted share result in a 9% increase in non - GAAP earnings per diluted share to $1.26 ▪ Fourth quarter and full year net income of $17.4 million and $61.4 million lead to quarterly adjusted EBITDA of $25.6 million and record full year adjusted EBITDA of $106.6 million Chart #2

 

 

Chairman Comments Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 ▪ Fourth Quarter / Full Year 2016 x Revenue growth driven primarily by increases in organic volume with continued market share gains, which offset continued negative impacts from foreign exchange x SG&A leverage on cost savings efforts, including the 2015 restructuring program, help offset gross margin declines in the quarter and full year x Strong operating performances lead to quarter and full year non - GAAP EPS increases of 9% and 4%, respectively, despite negative foreign exchange impacts of 5% and 4%, respectively ▪ 2017 Outlook x Positive – Market share gains and leveraging of past acquisitions will continue to help offset end market challenges x Positive – Further operating leverage from cost savings efforts, including a full year of savings from the 2015 Global Restructuring Program x Negative – Continued foreign exchange headwinds are anticipated Chart #3 Overall, we remain confident in our future and expect 2017 to be another good year for Quaker, as we expect to increase non - GAAP earnings and adjusted EBITDA for the eighth consecutive year

 

 

▪ Non - GAAP earnings per diluted share increased 9% in the quarter to $1.26 and 4% for the full year to $4.60, despite the negative impact from foreign exchange of 5% for the quarter and 4% for the full year ▪ Fourth quarter and full year net sales growth driven by organic volume increases of 7% and 3%, respectively, which overcame negative impacts from foreign currency translation of 3% in both periods ▪ While gross margin declined due to changes in raw material costs and certain one - time costs in the fourth quarter, operating income grew in both the quarter and full year due to higher sales volumes and SG&A cost savings efforts, including the 2015 restructuring program ▪ Record full year adjusted EBITDA of $106.6 million, improving adjusted EBITDA margin to 14.3%, was driven by strong operating performance throughout the year ▪ Strong operating cash flows improved year end cash position 10% to $88.8 million, resulting in a net cash position of $22.3 million Chart #4 Financial Highlights Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016

 

 

($ Millions unless otherwise noted) Q4 2016 Q4 2015 YTD 2016 YTD 2015 Net Sales 191.2 183.3 746.7 737.6 Gross Margin 36.4% 37.5 % 37.4% 37.6% Operating Income 20.4 13.2 83.1 71.3 Operating Margin 10.7% 7.2 % 11.1% 9.7% Net Income Attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation 17.4 11.4 61.4 51.2 Earnings Per Diluted Share 1.31 0.86 4.63 3.84 Non - GAAP Earnings Per Diluted Share 1.26 1.16 4.60 4.43 Adjusted EBITDA 25.6 25.3 106.6 101.6 Adjusted EBITDA Margin 13.4% 13.8 % 14.3% 13.8% Net (Cash) Debt (22.3) 1.0 --- --- Net Operating Cash Flow 20.8 22.6 73.8 73.4 Effective Tax Rate 17.3% 16.5% 27.6% 25.3% Chart #5 Financial Snapshot

 

 

Chart #6 Organic and acquisition - related volume growth despite continued challenges in end - markets 115,000 135,000 155,000 175,000 195,000 215,000 235,000 255,000 25,000 31,000 37,000 43,000 49,000 55,000 61,000 67,000 Full Year Volume Quarter Volume Quarter Volume Full Year Volume Product Volume by Quarter and Year in Thousands of Kilograms

 

 

28.0% 34.7% 35.4% 32.6% 33.7% 35.8% 35.7% 37.6% 37.4% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Gross Margin Percentage 37.5% 38.1% 38.1% 37.2% 36.4% 20.0% 25.0% 30.0% 35.0% 40.0% Q4 2015 Q1 2016 Q2 2016 Q3 2016 Q4 2016 Gross Margin Percentage Chart #7 Quarterly gross margin down on slightly higher raw material costs and certain one - time costs that are not expected to recur Gross Margin Percentage Trends

 

 

2008 – 2016 CAGR: 13.0% +740 Margin bps Chart #8 $40.1 $44.2 $66.8 $73.0 $80.9 $89.6 $99.8 $101.6 $106.6 6.9% 9.8% 12.3% 10.7% 11.4% 12.3% 13.0% 13.8% 14.3% 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Adjusted EBITDA ($ Mils.) Adjusted EBITDA Margin (%) Adjusted EBITDA Baseline Historical Performance

 

 

-$120 -$80 -$40 $0 $40 $80 $120 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 $ Millions Cash ST/LT Debt Net Cash (Debt) Chart #9 Strong cash flow generation and balance sheet continue to support future growth Balance Sheet Cash and Debt

 

 

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Chart #10 Q4 2016 Q4 2015 Full Year 2016 Full Year 2015 GAAP earnings per diluted share attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation Common Shareholders 1.31$ 0.86$ 4.63$ 3.84$ Equity income in a captive insurance company per diluted share (0.06) (0.07) (0.13) (0.16) Restructuring (credit) expense per diluted share (0.02) 0.36 (0.02) 0.36 Certain uncommon transaction-related expenses per diluted share 0.03 - 0.11 0.15 Customer bankruptcy costs per diluted share - 0.01 - 0.02 Cost streamlining initiatives per diluted share - - - 0.01 Currency conversion impact of the Venezuelan bolivar fuerte per diluted share - - 0.01 0.21 Non-GAAP earnings per diluted share 1.26$ 1.16$ 4.60$ 4.43$ Non - GAAP Earnings Per Diluted Share Reconciliation

 

 

Chart #11 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Net income attributable to Quaker Chemical Corporation 9,833 16,058 32,120 45,892 47,405 56,339 56,492 51,180 61,403 Depreciation 10,879 9,525 9,867 11,455 12,252 12,339 12,306 12,395 12,557 Amortization 1,177 1,078 988 2,338 3,106 3,445 4,325 6,811 7,009 Interest expense 5,509 5,533 5,225 4,666 4,283 2,922 2,371 2,585 2,889 Taxes on income before equity in net income of associated companies 4,977 7,065 12,616 14,256 15,575 20,489 23,539 17,785 23,226 Equity loss (income) in a captive insurance company 1,299 162 (313) (2,323) (1,812) (5,451) (2,412) (2,078) (1,688) Non-cash gain from the purchase of an equity affiliate - - - (2,718) - - - - - Equity affiliate out of period charge - - 564 - - - - - - Restructuring expense (credit) 2,916 2,289 - - - - - 6,790 (439) Transition costs related to key employees 3,505 2,443 1,317 - 609 - - - - Certain uncommon transaction-related expenses - - - - - - - 2,813 1,531 U.K. pension plan amendment - - - - - - 902 - - Customer bankruptcy costs - - - - 1,254 - 825 328 - Cost streamlining initiatives - - - - - 1,419 1,166 173 - Non-income tax contingency charge - - 4,132 - - 796 - - - Change in acquisition-related earnout liability - - - (595) (1,737) (497) - - - Mineral oil excise tax refund - - - - - (2,540) - - - Currency conversion impact of the Venezuelan bolivar fuerte - - 322 - - 357 321 2,806 88 Adjusted EBITDA 40,095 44,153 66,838 72,971 80,935 89,618 99,835 101,588 106,576 Adjusted EBITDA Margin 6.9% 9.8% 12.3% 10.7% 11.4% 12.3% 13.0% 13.8% 14.3% Adjusted EBITDA Reconciliation