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Exhibit 99.1
 
NATURAL HEALTH TRENDS ANNOUNCES FINANCIAL RESULTS
 
DALLAS, TX, August 13, 2012 -- Natural Health Trends Corp. (OTCQB: NHTC) today announced its financial results through June 30, 2012.  The Company reported first-half sales of $20.1 million, up 62% over the $12.4 million a year ago.  In the second quarter, sales, at $11.0 million, were up 52% over a year ago.  First half earnings per share were $0.12, compared to $0.02 in 2011.  Second quarter earnings per share were $0.08, a 33% increase over the comparable period in 2011.
 
Our rewarding business model that is centered around dedicated field leaders, an enhanced commission structure, systemic training, dedicated support and services, effective promotions and high-quality products offer an ideal opportunity for personal success for our members,” said Chris Sharng, President of Natural Health Trends. “We believe it’s our continued focus on these core areas of our business that is driving our business growth. We are pleased with the results and will continue building upon our success.”
 
About Natural Health Trends Corp.
 
Natural Health Trends Corp. is an international direct-selling and e-commerce company operating through its subsidiaries throughout Asia, North America, and Europe.  The company markets premium quality personal care products under the NHT Global brand.  Additional information can be found on the company’s website, www.naturalhealthtrendscorp.com.
 
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 -- Forward-looking statements in this release do not constitute guarantees of future performance.  Such forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those anticipated.  Such risks and uncertainties include the risks and uncertainties detailed under the caption “Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on March 27, 2012, with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  We assume no obligation to update any forward-looking information contained in this press release or with respect to the announcements described herein.
 
 
 

 
 
NATURAL HEALTH TRENDS CORP.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In Thousands, Except Share Data)

   
December 31,
2011
   
June 30,
2012
 
         
(Unaudited)
 
ASSETS
           
Current assets:
           
Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 1,617     $ 4,637  
Restricted cash
    494        
Accounts receivable
    93       203  
Inventories, net
    1,089       1,258  
Other current assets
    537       627  
Total current assets
    3,830       6,725  
Property and equipment, net
    68       114  
Goodwill
    1,764       1,764  
Restricted cash
    220       221  
Other assets
    241       247  
Total assets
  $ 6,123     $ 9,071  
                 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY (DEFICIT)
               
                 
Current liabilities:
               
Accounts payable
  $ 2,208     $ 2,480  
Income taxes payable
    11       66  
Accrued distributor commissions
    1,177       1,513  
Other accrued expenses
    1,471       1,749  
Deferred revenue
    967       1,627  
Deferred tax liability
    148       148  
Other current liabilities
    950       903  
Total liabilities
    6,932       8,486  
Commitments and contingencies
               
Stockholders’ equity (deficit):
               
Preferred stock
    124       124  
Common stock
    11       11  
Additional paid-in capital
    80,493       80,532  
Accumulated deficit
    (81,338 )     (79,985 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss:
               
Foreign currency translation adjustments
    (99 )     (97 )
Total stockholders’ equity (deficit)
    (809 )     585  
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity (deficit)
  $ 6,123     $ 9,071  
 
 
 

 
 
NATURAL HEALTH TRENDS CORP.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
(In Thousands, Except Per Share Data)

   
Three Months Ended June 30,
   
Six Months Ended June 30,
 
   
2011
   
2012
   
2011
   
2012
 
                         
Net sales
  $ 7,208     $ 10,980     $ 12,383     $ 20,070  
Cost of sales
    1,977       2,884       3,506       5,283  
Gross profit
    5,231       8,096       8,877       14,787  
Operating expenses:
                               
Distributor commissions
    2,714       4,886       4,476       8,577  
Selling, general and administrative expenses
    1,836       2,313       3,866       4,750  
Depreciation and amortization
    26       8       258       20  
Total operating expenses
    4,576       7,207       8,600       13,347  
Income from operations
    655       889       277       1,440  
Other income (expense), net
    26       2       (69 )     (61 )
Income before income taxes
    681       891       208       1,379  
Income tax provision
    13       45       20       26  
Net income
    668       846       188       1,353  
Plus:  Net loss attributable to the noncontrolling interest
    1             9        
Net income attributable to Natural Health Trends
    669       846       197       1,353  
                                 
Preferred stock dividends
    (4 )     (4 )     (8 )     (8 )
Net income attributable to common stockholders of Natural Health Trends
  $ 665     $ 842     $ 189     $ 1,345  
                                 
Income per share of Natural Health Trends – basic and diluted
  $ 0.06     $ 0.08     $ 0.02     $ 0.12  
                                 
Weighted-average number of shares outstanding:
                               
Basic
    10,675       10,919       10,655       10,891  
Diluted
    10,706       11,219       10,659       11,208  


Contact:

Natural Health Trends Corp.
investor.relations@nhtglobal.com

SOURCE:  Natural Health Trends Corp.