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Investor Relations:
 
 
 
Media Contact:
 
 
Darice Liu
 
 
 
Jon Stone
 
 
Universal Display
 
 
 
Kwittken
 
 
investor@udcoled.com
 
 
 
media@udcoled.com
 
 
609-671-0980 x570
 
 
 
646-747-7161
UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION ANNOUNCES
FIRST QUARTER 2015 FINANCIAL RESULTS

EWING, N.J. - May 7, 2015 - Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED), enabling energy-efficient displays and lighting with its UniversalPHOLED® technology and materials, today reported financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2015.
For the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported net income of $1.3 million, or $0.03 per diluted share, on revenues of $31.2 million, compared to net income of $4.0 million, or $0.09 per diluted share, on revenues of $37.8 million for the first quarter of 2014.
"During the first quarter, we saw the introduction of new OLED displays, including flagship products from our top customers, which led to higher volumes of our red and green emitters sold, offset by volume pricing discounts. The quarter also reflected the continued downward trend of host sales, consistent with our expectations. As the year progresses, we expect the continued proliferation of OLED adoption in the marketplace to drive revenue growth in the second half of this year," said Sidney D. Rosenblatt, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Universal Display. "The broadening of the OLED display product portfolio from flexibles and wearables, including smartwatches, to high-end smartphones, mid-end smartphones, high-end tablets, Full HD and 4K TVs, exemplifies the growing breadth of the OLED display market opportunity. On the lighting front, developmental activity continues to flourish as efficacy rates and lifetimes increase. Broadly speaking, we believe that OLED technology can provide the design freedom for display and lighting makers to dramatically alter the consumer and illumination landscape, and create differentiated, high-performing, energy-efficient, innovative products.”
Financial Highlights for the First Quarter of 2015
The Company reported revenues of $31.2 million, compared to revenues of 37.8 million in the same quarter of 2014. Material sales were $26.8 million, down 5% sequentially and down 24% compared to the first





quarter of 2014, primarily due to a decrease in host material volume. Royalty and license fees were $4.4 million, up from $1.8 million in the first quarter of 2014.
No revenue was recognized under the Samsung Display Co., Ltd. (SDC) licensing agreement in the first quarter, as SDC is obligated to make licensing payments in the second and fourth quarters of the year. For 2015, the Company expects to recognize $60 million in SDC licensing revenues for the full year. Royalty revenue was also not recognized under the new LG Display Co. (LGD) licensing and royalty agreement in the first quarter of 2015, as these revenues are recognized one quarter in arrears when the royalty amount is reported to us.
The Company reported operating income of $1.8 million, down from $6.6 million for the first quarter of 2014. Operating expenses were $29.5 million, compared to $31.2 million in the same quarter of 2014. Cost of materials was $8.6 million, compared to $9.9 million in the first quarter of 2014, reflecting the decline in host material sales volume.
The Company’s balance sheet remained strong, with cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments of $328.5 million as of March 31, 2015. During the first quarter, the Company generated $47.0 million in operating cash flow, mainly stemming from the receipt of upfront license fees, prepaid royalties and milestone payments. These resulted in working capital increasing to $367.9 million at the end of the quarter.
2015 Guidance
The Company's 2015 guidance remains unchanged. With the OLED industry still at a stage where many variables can have a material impact on its growth, Universal Display continues to expect its 2015 revenues to be approximately $200 million, with a downside range of approximately 5% and an upside potential of approximately 15%.
Conference Call Information
In conjunction with this release, Universal Display will host a conference call on Thursday, May 7, 2015 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The live webcast of the conference call can be accessed under the "events" portion of the Company's website. Those wishing to participate in the live call should dial 1-800-946-0719 (toll-free) or 1-719-325-2197, and reference conference ID 8263329. Please dial in 5-10 minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time.
About Universal Display Corporation
Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) is a leader in developing and delivering state-of-the-art, organic light emitting diode (OLED) technologies, materials and services to the display and lighting industries. Founded in 1994, the Company currently owns or has exclusive, co-exclusive or sole license rights with





respect to more than 3,500 issued and pending patents worldwide. Universal Display licenses its proprietary technologies, including its breakthrough high-efficiency UniversalPHOLED® phosphorescent OLED technology, that can enable the development of low power and eco-friendly displays and white lighting. The Company also develops and offers high-quality, state-of-the-art UniversalPHOLED materials that are recognized as key ingredients in the fabrication of OLEDs with peak performance. In addition, Universal Display delivers innovative and customized solutions to its clients and partners through technology transfer, collaborative technology development and on-site training.
Based in Ewing, New Jersey, with international offices in Ireland, South Korea, Hong Kong, Japan and Taiwan, Universal Display works and partners with a network of world-class organizations, including Princeton University, the University of Southern California, the University of Michigan, and PPG Industries, Inc. The Company has also established relationships with companies such as AU Optronics Corporation, BOE Technology, DuPont Displays, Inc., Innolux Corporation, Kaneka Corporation, Konica Minolta Technology Center, Inc., LG Chem Ltd., LG Display Co., Ltd., Lumiotec, Inc., OLEDWorks LLC., Philips Technologie GmbH, Pioneer Corporation, Samsung Display Co., Ltd., Sumitomo Chemical Company, Ltd. and Tohoku Pioneer Corporation. To learn more about Universal Display, please visit www.udcoled.com.
Universal Display Corporation and the Universal Display logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Universal Display Corporation. All other company, brand or product names may be trademarks or registered trademarks.
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All statements in this document that are not historical, such as those relating to Universal Display Corporation’s technologies and potential applications of those technologies, the Company’s expected results as well as the growth of the OLED market and the Company’s opportunities in that market, are forward-looking financial statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements in this document, as they reflect Universal Display Corporation’s current views with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contemplated. These risks and uncertainties are discussed in greater detail in Universal Display Corporation’s periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including, in particular, the section entitled “Risk Factors” in Universal Display Corporation’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014. Universal Display Corporation disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statement contained in this document.






UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)
 
 
March 31, 2015
 
December 31, 2014
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
 
$
125,189

 
$
45,418

Short-term investments
 
203,339

 
243,088

Accounts receivable
 
18,164

 
22,075

Inventory
 
38,967

 
37,109

Deferred income taxes
 
18,028

 
18,459

Other current assets
 
3,653

 
4,356

Total current assets
 
407,340

 
370,505

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, net of accumulated depreciation of $25,515 and $24,813
 
20,485

 
19,922

ACQUIRED TECHNOLOGY, net of accumulated amortization of $46,588 and $43,838
 
80,264

 
83,014

INVESTMENTS
 
4,034

 
3,047

DEFERRED INCOME TAXES
 
12,936

 
12,934

OTHER ASSETS
 
405

 
425

TOTAL ASSETS
 
$
525,464

 
$
489,847

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
 
 
 
 
Accounts payable
 
$
6,184

 
$
9,260

Accrued expenses
 
7,525

 
14,986

Deferred revenue
 
25,626

 
2,466

Other current liabilities
 
56

 
111

Total current liabilities
 
39,391

 
26,823

DEFERRED REVENUE
 
25,411

 
3,366

RETIREMENT PLAN BENEFIT LIABILITY
 
11,265

 
10,916

Total liabilities
 
76,067

 
41,105

 
 
 
 
 
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:
 
 
 
 
Preferred Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 5,000,000 shares authorized, 200,000 shares of Series A Nonconvertible Preferred Stock issued and outstanding (liquidation value of $7.50 per share or $1,500)
 
2

 
2

Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share, 100,000,000 shares authorized, 47,379,579 and 47,061,826 shares issued and outstanding at March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively
 
474

 
471

Additional paid-in capital
 
580,282

 
581,114

Accumulated deficit
 
(86,991
)
 
(88,305
)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
 
(4,212
)
 
(4,382
)
Treasury stock, at cost (1,357,863 shares at March 31, 2015 and December 31, 2014, respectively)
 
(40,158
)
 
(40,158
)
Total shareholders’ equity
 
449,397

 
448,742

TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
 
$
525,464

 
$
489,847







UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands, except share and per share data)
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2015
 
2014
REVENUE:
 
 
 
 
Material sales
 
$
26,818

 
$
35,327

Royalty and license fees
 
4,375

 
1,779

Technology development and support revenue
 
30

 
733

Total revenue
 
31,223

 
37,839

 
 
 
 
 
OPERATING EXPENSES:
 
 
 
 
Cost of material sales
 
8,581

 
9,897

Research and development
 
9,919

 
10,156

Selling, general and administrative
 
6,200

 
6,430

Patent costs and amortization of acquired technology
 
3,967

 
3,972

Royalty and license expense
 
785

 
756

Total operating expenses
 
29,452

 
31,211

Operating income
 
1,771

 
6,628

INTEREST INCOME
 
173

 
218

INTEREST EXPENSE
 
(12
)
 
(17
)
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES
 
1,932

 
6,829

INCOME TAX EXPENSE
 
(618
)
 
(2,807
)
NET INCOME
 
$
1,314

 
$
4,022

 
 
 
 
 
NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:
 
 
 
 
BASIC
 
$
0.03

 
$
0.09

DILUTED
 
$
0.03

 
$
0.09

 
 
 
 
 
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES USED IN COMPUTING NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:
 
 
 
 
BASIC
 
45,785,725

 
46,177,661

DILUTED
 
46,214,247

 
46,651,438







UNIVERSAL DISPLAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(UNAUDITED)

(in thousands)
 
 
Three Months Ended March 31,
 
 
2015
 
2014
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
 
Net income
 
$
1,314

 
$
4,022

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
 
 
 
 
Amortization of deferred revenue
 
(1,177
)
 
(1,127
)
Depreciation
 
702

 
501

Amortization of intangibles
 
2,750

 
2,750

Amortization of premium and discount on investments, net
 
(135
)
 
(136
)
Stock-based compensation to employees
 
1,715

 
1,899

Stock-based compensation to Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board
 
366

 
203

Deferred income tax benefit
 
334

 
1,773

Retirement plan benefit expense
 
592

 
419

 Decrease (increase) in assets:
 
 
 
 
Accounts receivable
 
3,911

 
(8,851
)
Inventories
 
(1,858
)
 
(3,997
)
Other current assets
 
703

 
(4,887
)
Other assets
 
20

 

(Decrease) increase in liabilities:
 
 
 
 
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
 
(8,584
)
 
(4,598
)
Other current liabilities
 
(55
)
 
1,017

Deferred revenue
 
46,382

 
3,692

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities
 
46,980

 
(7,320
)
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
 
Purchases of property and equipment
 
(1,950
)
 
(917
)
Purchases of investments
 
(51,957
)
 
(127,244
)
Proceeds from sale of investments
 
90,876

 
102,823

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
 
36,969

 
(25,338
)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
 
90

 
86

Proceeds from the exercise of common stock options
 
702

 
616

Payment of withholding taxes related to stock-based employee compensation
 
(4,970
)
 
(2,699
)
Net cash used in financing activities
 
(4,178
)
 
(1,997
)
INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
 
79,771

 
(34,655
)
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, BEGINNING OF PERIOD
 
45,418

 
70,586

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, END OF PERIOD
 
$
125,189

 
$
35,931