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Exhibit 99.1

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    LOGO

LUMBER LIQUIDATORS ANNOUNCES THIRD QUARTER 2011

FINANCIAL RESULTS AND UPDATES FULL YEAR 2011 OUTLOOK

~ Third Quarter Net Sales Increased 16.8% to $172.0 Million ~

~ Third Quarter Net Income of $6.7 Million, or $0.24 per Diluted Share ~

TOANO, Va. October 27, 2011 – Lumber Liquidators (NYSE: LL), the largest specialty retailer of hardwood flooring in the U.S., today announced financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended September 30, 2011 and updated its outlook for the fourth quarter of 2011.

Third Quarter Results

Net sales increased 16.8% to $172.0 million in the third quarter of 2011 from $147.2 million in the third quarter of 2010. Comparable store net sales increased 3.0% for the third quarter of 2011, in comparison to a decrease of 5.7% for the third quarter of the prior year. Net sales at non-comparable stores increased $20.3 million over the prior year period. The Company has opened 33 new store locations in 2011, including six opened during the third quarter.

Gross margin was 35.6% in the third quarter of 2011, an increase from 35.2% in the third quarter of 2010. Gross margin benefited from the continued implementation of sourcing initiatives, partially offset by net sales mix shifts and higher net transportation costs.

Selling, general and administrative (SG&A) expenses were $50.3 million, or 29.3% of net sales, for the third quarter of 2011 compared to $44.9 million, or 30.5% of net sales, for the third quarter of 2010. The decrease in SG&A expenses as a percentage of net sales for the third quarter of 2011 is primarily due to improved operating productivity relative to the third quarter of 2010 when the Company implemented its integrated information technology solution. In addition, SG&A as a percentage of net sales in the third quarter of 2011 benefited from leverage of the Company’s national advertising expenditures, partially offset by the costs of store base expansion and infrastructure investments.

As the Company previously announced, it recently entered into an agreement to acquire certain assets of Sequoia Floorings (“Sequoia”) relating to Sequoia’s quality control and assurance, product development and logistics operations in China. As a part of the transaction, the Company established a representative office in Shanghai in October 2011, and assumed direct control of sourcing previously managed by Sequoia. Acquisition costs of approximately $0.5 million are included in SG&A expenses for the third quarter of 2011.

Net income increased 57.2% to $6.7 million, or $0.24 per diluted share, in the third quarter of 2011 compared to $4.3 million, or $0.15 per diluted share, in the third quarter of the prior year. The effective tax rate was 39.2% in the third quarter of 2011 and 38.7% in the third quarter of 2010, with the increase in 2011 primarily due to increases in certain reserves, higher state income taxes and certain non-deductible acquisition expenses.

First Nine Months Results

Net sales increased 8.6% to $507.1 million in the first nine months of 2011 from $467.1 million in the first nine months of 2010. Comparable store net sales decreased 3.3% for the first nine months of 2011, compared to an increase of 2.4% for the first nine months of the prior year. Non-comparable store net sales increased $55.5 million over the prior year. As of September 30, 2011, the Company operated 256 stores in 46 states and Canada.

Gross profit increased 9.1% to $178.8 million as gross margin increased to 35.3% in the first nine months of 2011 from 35.1% in the same period of 2010. SG&A expenses increased 14.4% to $149.8 million, or 29.5% of net sales, for the first nine months of 2011 compared to $131.0 million, or 28.0% of net sales, for the prior year period.


Net income decreased 12.5% to $17.8 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, in the first nine months of 2011 compared to $20.3 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, in the prior year period. Net income for the first nine months of 2011 reflects an effective tax rate of 39.1% compared to 38.7% in the first nine months of 2010.

Jeffrey W. Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer, commented, “We made good progress on our strategic initiatives in the third quarter, despite a difficult macroeconomic environment which has caused our customers to remain cautious and price sensitive with regard to large-ticket discretionary purchases. During the quarter, we further laid the foundation for the Company’s long-term success by continuing our investment in our sourcing initiatives. Specifically, with the recent acquisition of certain of Sequoia’s assets, we further strengthened our direct relationships with mills in China, allowing us to more efficiently and effectively control the quality and costs of products sourced in this region. We believe these enhancements will enable us to strengthen the value proposition to our customer, ultimately expanding our operating margins over the longer-term.”

Company Outlook

The Company has updated its outlook for fiscal 2011 and now expects the following:

 

   

Net sales for the full year in the range of $674 million to $681 million, from the previous range of $673 million to $686 million, with fourth quarter net sales in the range of $167 million to $174 million, from the previous range of $170 million to $180 million.

 

   

The opening of seven to nine new store locations in the fourth quarter of the year, for a total of 40 to 42 new store locations in 2011.

 

   

Earnings per diluted share for the full year 2011 in the range of approximately $0.96 to $1.02, from the previous range of approximately $1.00 to $1.08, each based on a diluted share count of approximately 28.5 million shares, with fourth quarter earnings per diluted share in the range of approximately $0.33 to $0.39, from the previous range of $0.39 to $0.44.

Supply Chain Team Addition

The Company also announced that Carl R. Daniels has joined as its Senior Vice President, Supply Chain, effective October 31, 2011. In this position, Mr. Daniels will oversee the Company’s international and domestic logistics, warehousing and distribution operations. He will report directly to Robert M. Lynch, President and Chief Operating Officer. Mr. Daniels most recently served as Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations at Harbor Freight Tools, where he was responsible for all organizational operations including distribution, transportation, international consolidations and procurement. Mr. Daniels also served in executive level logistics positions at Michaels, Inc., Retail Ventures Services, Inc. and Midas International, Inc., among other retailers.

Mr. Griffiths concluded, “As we look to the remainder of the year, we believe wood flooring customers will remain cautious and price sensitive. However, we expect continued gross margin improvement in the coming months from the benefits of our sourcing initiatives. As Carl joins our team, we are pleased to add a leader with more than 30 years of extensive on-the-ground experience who will be an integral part of further developing world-class supply chain capability at Lumber Liquidators. We have a strong team in place, a unique value proposition, a profitable store model and a focus on long-term growth to deliver value to our customers and shareholders. Overall, we are well positioned to compete effectively in a highly fragmented market and excited about the future opportunities.”

Third Quarter Results Conference Call and Webcast Information

The Company plans to host a conference call and audio webcast on October 27, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The conference call may be accessed by dialing (877) 407-9039 or (201) 689-8470. A replay will be available approximately one hour after the call through November 3, 2011 and may be accessed by dialing (877) 870-5176 or (858) 384-5517 and entering conference ID number 379865. The live conference call and replay can also be accessed via audio webcast at the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website, www.lumberliquidators.com.


About Lumber Liquidators

With over 255 locations, Lumber Liquidators is North America’s largest specialty retailer of hardwood flooring. The Company features more than 340 first quality flooring varieties, including solid and engineered hardwood, bamboo, cork, laminate and resilient vinyl. Every location is staffed with flooring experts who can provide advice and useful information about Lumber Liquidators low priced product, much of which is in-stock and ready for delivery.

Named one of Forbes’ 100 Most Trustworthy Companies of 2010, the Company’s quality products—such as Bellawood Prefinished Hardwood and Morning Star Bamboo—regularly appear on popular television shows, such as Extreme Makeover: Home Edition and HGTV’s Dream Home.

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

Forward-Looking Statements

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

For further information contact:

Lumber Liquidators

Daniel Terrell/Ashleigh McDermott

Tel: (757) 566-7512


Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(in thousands, except share data)

 

     September 30,
2011
    December 31,
2010
 
     (unaudited)        

Assets

    

Current Assets:

    

Cash and Cash Equivalents

   $ 37,817      $ 34,830   

Merchandise Inventories

     160,847        155,131   

Prepaid Expenses

     5,138        4,837   

Other Current Assets

     6,409        8,007   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Current Assets

     210,211        202,805   

Property and Equipment, net

     41,357        35,314   

Goodwill

     9,523        1,050   

Other Assets

     3,118        3,121   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Assets

   $ 264,209      $ 242,290   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

    

Current Liabilities:

    

Accounts Payable

   $ 19,476      $ 33,744   

Customer Deposits and Store Credits

     18,992        12,039   

Accrued Compensation

     1,632        2,460   

Sales and Income Tax Liabilities

     4,877        2,859   

Other Current Liabilities

     8,819        5,585   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Current Liabilities

     53,796        56,687   

Deferred Rent

     3,298        2,746   

Deferred Tax Liability

     2,726        2,352   

Stockholders’ Equity:

    

Common Stock ($0.001 par value; 35,000,000 authorized; 27,761,062 and 27,472,680 outstanding, respectively)

     28        27   

Additional Capital

     106,917        100,531   

Retained Earnings

     97,744        79,947   

Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

     (300     —     
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Stockholders’ Equity

     204,389        180,505   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

   $ 264,209      $ 242,290   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 


Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income

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

(unaudited)

 

     Three Months Ended
September 30,
    Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2011     2010     2011     2010  

Net Sales

   $ 171,993      $ 147,192      $ 507,133      $ 467,061   

Cost of Sales

     110,745        95,431        328,368        303,256   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross Profit

     61,248        51,761        178,765        163,805   

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses

     50,327        44,909        149,832        130,985   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating Income

     10,921        6,852        28,933        32,820   

Interest and Other Income, net

     (148     (143     (303     (371
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Income Before Income Taxes

     11,069        6,995        29,236        33,191   

Provision for Income Taxes

     4,334        2,711        11,438        12,846   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income

   $ 6,735      $ 4,284      $ 17,798      $ 20,345   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income per Common Share—Basic

   $ 0.24      $ 0.16      $ 0.64      $ 0.74   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Income per Common Share—Diluted

   $ 0.24      $ 0.15      $ 0.63      $ 0.72   
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Weighted Average Common Shares Outstanding:

        

Basic

     27,759,306        27,420,415        27,673,741        27,363,621   

Diluted

     28,327,375        28,234,339        28,379,234        28,236,042   


Lumber Liquidators Holdings, Inc.

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(in thousands)

(unaudited)

 

     Nine Months Ended
September 30,
 
     2011     2010  

Cash Flows from Operating Activities:

    

Net Income

   $ 17,798      $ 20,345   

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

    

Depreciation and Amortization

     6,129        3,993   

Stock-Based Compensation Expense

     3,002        2,355   

Changes in Operating Assets and Liabilities:

    

Merchandise Inventories

     (5,789     (23,621

Accounts Payable

     (14,184     (11,135

Customer Deposits and Store Credits

     6,967        11,503   

Prepaid Expenses and Other Current Assets

     (2,866     (1,671

Other Assets and Liabilities

     4,960        1,188   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash Provided by Operating Activities

     16,017        2,957   

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:

    

Purchases of Property and Equipment

     (11,637     (14,127

Cash Paid for Acquisition

     (4,725     —     
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash Used in Investing Activities

     (16,362     (14,127

Cash Flows from Financing Activities:

    

Proceeds from the Exercise of Stock Options

     2,116        1,321   

Excess Tax Benefits on Stock Option Exercises

     1,421        1,110   

Common Stock Purchased Pursuant to Equity Compensation Plans

     (151     (149
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net Cash Provided by Financing Activities

     3,386        2,282   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Effect of Exchange Rates on Cash and Cash Equivalents

     (54     —     

Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash and Cash Equivalents

     2,987        (8,888

Cash and Cash Equivalents, Beginning of Period

     34,830        35,675   
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Cash and Cash Equivalents, End of Period

   $ 37,817      $ 26,787