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UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

 

 

FORM 10-K

 

 

(Mark One)

ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the fiscal year ended January 28, 2017

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 0-21764

 

 

Perry Ellis International, Inc.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

 

 

 

Florida   59-1162998

(State or Other Jurisdiction of

Incorporation or Organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer

Identification No.)

3000 N.W. 107th Avenue Miami, Florida   33172
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)   (Zip Code)

(305) 592-2830

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

 

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

 

Common Stock, $.01 par value   NASDAQ Global Select Market
Title of Each Class  

Name of Each Exchange

on Which Registered

Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None

 

 

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is a well-known seasoned issuer, as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act.    Yes  ☐    No  ☒

Indicate by check mark if the registrant is not required to file reports pursuant to Section 13 or Section 15(d) of the Act.    Yes  ☐    No  ☒

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 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.    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 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files).    Yes  ☒    No  ☐

Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the best of the registrant’s knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.  ☐

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “small reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

 

Large accelerated filer      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  ☐    No  ☒

The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of the registrant is approximately $267,000,000 (as of July 30, 2016).

The number of shares outstanding of the registrant’s Common Stock is 15,544,000 (as of April 4, 2017).

DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE

The following documents are incorporated by reference:

Portions of the Company’s Proxy Statement for the 2017 Annual Meeting—Part III

 

 

 


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Table of Contents

 

         Page  
Part I  

Item 1.

 

Business

     5  

Item 1A.

 

Risk Factors

     18  

Item 1B.

 

Unresolved Staff Comments

     26  

Item 2.

 

Properties

     26  

Item 3.

 

Legal Proceedings

     26  

Item 4.

 

Mine Safety Disclosures

     26  
Part II  

Item 5.

 

Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

     27  

Item 6.

 

Selected Financial Data

     30  

Item 7.

 

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

     31  

Item 7A.

 

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk

     45  

Item 8.

 

Financial Statements and Supplementary Data

     47  

Item 9.

 

Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

     47  

Item 9A.

 

Controls and Procedures

     47  

Item 9B.

 

Other Information

     50  
Part III  

Item 10.

 

Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

     50  

Item 11.

 

Executive Compensation

     50  

Item 12.

 

Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

     50  

Item 13.

 

Certain Relationships and Related Transactions and Director Independence

     50  

Item 14.

 

Principal Accountant Fees and Services

     50  
Part IV  

Item 15.

 

Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

     50  

Item 16.

 

Form 10-K Summary

     57  
 

Signatures

     58  

 

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Unless the context otherwise requires, all references to “Perry Ellis,” the “Company,” “we,” “us” or “our” include Perry Ellis International, Inc. and its subsidiaries. References in this report to annual financial data for Perry Ellis refer to fiscal years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015. The periods presented in these financial statements are the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017 (“fiscal 2017”), January 30, 2016 (“fiscal 2016”) and January 31, 2015 (“fiscal 2015”). This Form 10-K contains references to trademarks held by us and those of third parties.

General information about Perry Ellis can be found at www.pery.com. We make our annual report on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, current reports on Form 8-K and amendments to these reports filed or furnished pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, available free of charge on our website, as soon as reasonably practicable after they are electronically filed with the SEC. The information contained on our website is not included as part of or incorporated by reference into this Form 10-K.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

We caution readers that this report includes “forward-looking statements” as that term is used in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations rather than historical facts and they are indicated by words or phrases such as “anticipate,” “believe,” “budget,” “contemplate,” “continue,” “could,” “envision,” “estimate,” “expect,” “guidance,” “indicate,” “intend,” “may,” “might,” “plan,” “possibly,” “potential,” “predict,” “probably,” “pro-forma,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “target,” or “will” or the negative thereof or other variations thereon and similar words or phrases or comparable terminology. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding Perry Ellis’ strategic operating review, growth initiatives and internal operating improvements intended to drive revenues and enhance profitability, the implementation of Perry Ellis’ profitability improvement plan and Perry Ellis’ plans to exit underperforming, low growth brands and businesses. We have based such forward-looking statements on our current expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections. While we believe these expectations, assumptions, estimates and projections are reasonable, such forward-looking statements are only predictions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance or achievements to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements, many of which are beyond our control. These and other important factors may cause our actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that could affect our financial performance, cause actual results to differ from our estimates, or underlie such forward-looking statements, are as set forth below and in various places in this report. These factors include, but are not limited to:

 

    general economic conditions,

 

    a significant decrease in business from or loss of any of our major customers or programs,

 

    anticipated and unanticipated trends and conditions in our industry, including the impact of recent or future retail and wholesale consolidation,

 

    recent and future economic conditions, including turmoil in the financial and credit markets,

 

    the effectiveness of our planned advertising, marketing and promotional campaigns,

 

    our ability to contain costs,

 

    disruptions in the supply chain, including, but not limited to those caused by port disruptions,

 

    disruptions due to weather patterns,

 

    our future capital needs and our ability to obtain financing,

 

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    our ability to protect our trademarks,

 

    our ability to integrate acquired businesses, trademarks, tradenames, and licenses,

 

    our ability to predict consumer preferences and changes in fashion trends and consumer acceptance of both new designs and newly introduced products,

 

    the termination or non-renewal of any material license agreements to which we are a party,

 

    changes in the costs of raw materials, labor and advertising,

 

    our ability to carry out growth strategies including expansion in international and direct-to-consumer retail markets,

 

    our plans, strategies, objectives, expectations and intentions, which are subject to change at any time at our discretion,

 

    potential cyber risk and technology failures that could disrupt operations or result in a data breach,

 

    the level of consumer spending for apparel and other merchandise,

 

    our ability to compete,

 

    the impact to our business resulting from the United Kingdom’s referendum vote to exit the European Union and the uncertainty surrounding the terms and conditions of such a withdrawal, as well as the related impact to global stock markets and currency exchange rates,

 

    exposure to foreign currency risk and interest rates,

 

    possible disruption in commercial activities due to terrorist activity and armed conflict,

 

    actions of activist investors and the cost and disruption of responding to those actions, and

 

    other factors set forth in this report and in our other Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) filings.

You are cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties detailed in our filings with the SEC. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are valid only as of the date they were made. We undertake no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events or otherwise.

 

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PART I

 

Item 1. Business

Perry Ellis International, organized in 1967, is a global leader in the design, manufacturing, marketing and distribution of branded lifestyle apparel and accessories. We are one of the largest apparel companies in the world with a portfolio consisting of nationally and internationally recognized lifestyle brand names, some of which have a heritage dating back over 100 years.

We sell our products under our owned global brands, licensed brands and private retailer labels. Our owned brands include the global designer lifestyle brand, Perry Ellis® and Original Penguin ® by Munsingwear ® (“Original Penguin”) as well as Ben Hogan ®, Cubavera ®, Farah ®, Grand Slam ®, Jantzen ®, Laundry by Shelli Segal ®, Rafaella ® and Savane ®. We license the Callaway Golf® brand, PGA TOUR® brand, and the Jack Nicklaus® brand for golf apparel, the Jag® brand for swimwear and cover-ups, and the Nike® brand for swimwear and accessories.

We have four reportable segments – Men’s Sportswear and Swim, Women’s Sportswear, Direct-to-Consumer, and Licensing – and we have a strategically diversified global distribution network focused on leading department stores, company-operated retail stores, specialty stores and select licensing partners. We distribute our products primarily to wholesale customers that represent all major levels of retail distribution including department stores, national and regional chain stores, mass merchants, specialty stores, sporting goods stores, the corporate wear market, e-commerce, as well as clubs and independent retailers, in North America and Europe. Our largest customers include Walmart Stores Inc., which includes Sam’s Wholesale Club (“Sam’s”) (together (“Walmart”)), The Marmaxx Group, Macy’s, Inc. (“Macy’s”), Dillard’s, Inc. (“Dillard’s) and Kohl’s Corporation (“Kohl’s”).

We also distribute through our own retail stores. As of April 1, 2017, we operated 38 Perry Ellis, 14 Original Penguin and two multi-brand retail outlet stores located primarily in upscale retail outlet malls across the United States, United Kingdom and Puerto Rico. As of April 1, 2017, we also operated two Perry Ellis, two Cubavera, 12 Original Penguin and one multi-brand full price retail stores located in upscale demographic markets in the United States and United Kingdom. In addition, we leverage our design, sourcing and logistics expertise by offering a limited number of private label programs to retailers.

In fiscal 2017, our Men’s Sportswear and Swim segment, which is comprised of men’s sportswear, swimwear and accessories, accounted for 73% of our total revenues, our Women’s Sportswear segment accounted for 12% of our total revenues, our Direct-to-Consumer segment, which is comprised of retail and e-commerce, accounted for 11% of our total revenues and our licensing segment accounted for approximately 4% of our total revenues. Finally, our U.S. based business represented approximately 87% of total revenues, while our foreign operations represented 13% of total revenues for fiscal 2017.

The revenue generated through our licensing business, in which we license to third parties for certain production, sales and/or distribution rights through geographic licensing arrangements, is a significant contributor to our operating income and our arrangements heighten the overall awareness of our brands without requiring us to make capital investments or incur additional operating expenses. As of fiscal 2017, we licensed our brands through five worldwide, 63 domestic and 93 international license agreements in over 150 countries.

A synopsis of some of our major brands follows:

Ben Hogan. Ben Hogan was a winner of 64 PGA TOUR events and holder of nine major championships. The Ben Hogan collection is reflective of the legend himself, characterized by an exceptional sense of style with a passion for excellence.

Callaway Golf. Callaway apparel offers classic, authentic, and premium golf apparel for those who love the game and want to play their best with the latest in design and performance innovation. We became the official

 

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apparel licensee of Callaway Golf Company in March 2009. The collection of men’s and women’s apparel includes knit and woven shirts, pullovers, jackets, sweaters, vests, pants, shorts, headwear and accessories. In addition to North America, we design, manufacture, sell and market Callaway apparel across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The product is available in store and online, at green grass specialty stores, sporting goods stores, premium department stores and through our direct-to-consumer website, callawayapparel.com. The license agreement runs through December 2022, with an option to extend through 2027.

Grand Slam. Munsingwear introduced the world famous Grand Slam knit shirt in 1951. In 1954, an iconic logo was added to the left chest area—a groundbreaking design element that created a classic. Today, Grand Slam is a performance line that reflects the classic golf lifestyle - on and off the course.

Jack Nicklaus. Nicknamed the “Golden Bear,” Jack Nicklaus is widely regarded as a sports icon and one of the greatest champions in the history of golf, winning a record total of 18 professional major-championship titles and 73 PGA official PGA TOUR victories worldwide. The men’s apparel collection includes knit shirts, shorts, pants, and layering pieces all designed with performance enhancing features. The license agreement runs through December 2018 with an option to extend through 2023.

Laundry by Shelli Segal. A leader in fashion, Laundry by Shelli Segal has been setting trends and inspiring women for more than 25 years offering a collection of day and evening dresses, accessories, swimwear, intimate apparel, bedding and eyewear. The Laundry by Shelli Segal brand is grounded with an LA influence, balancing just the right blend of Hollywood glamour and West Coast chic that is iconic and universal in its appeal. Every season, Laundry by Shelli Segal interprets the latest trends with unique style to create a signature look. The result is a distinctive brand offering crafted to fit the lifestyle and sensibility of a modern woman who is smart, sexy, and not afraid to make an entrance. For more information visit laundrybyshellisegal.com.

Nike Swim. Revolutionizing the swimwear industry through constant innovation in competition and training, Nike Swim is defining the next generation of outfitting for the athlete in the water. We are a global licensee for Nike swimwear products, designing, manufacturing, selling and marketing them through e-commerce partners, sporting goods, specialty, and major department stores around the world. The license agreement runs through May 2021, with an option to extend to 2023. For more information visit nikeswim.com.

Original Penguin. Original Penguin is an American heritage lifestyle brand for the modern guy. Since 1955 the brand has been made for originals by originals. By cleverly blending classic American sportswear styling with contemporary fashion trends, Original Penguin produces product that is always fun, accessible, and authentic. The product line is sold world-wide in premium department and upper-tier specialty stores and includes apparel, swimwear, footwear, accessories, sleepwear, underwear, tailored clothing, fragrance, luggage, eyewear, bedding and bath, with many product categories offered across mens and kids consumer segments. The brand is also sold through stand-alone stores in the United States as well as the United Kingdom, Argentina, Chile, and the Philippines. It is also sold online at originalpenguin.com and originalpenguin.co.uk (Europe).

Perry Ellis. The Perry Ellis brand takes a confident, versatile, and inclusive approach to American sportswear, updated to address current trends, and does so with a strong focus on quality, value, and innovation. The Perry Ellis lifestyle appeals to men who seek a stylish look that fits into their everyday lives. We also license the Perry Ellis brand across men’s tailored clothing, footwear, accessories, fragrance, luggage, eyewear, bedding and bath, with many product categories offered for kids as well. Perry Ellis products are sold in premium and major department stores, both domestically and internationally, in stand-alone stores, and online at perryellis.com.

PGA TOUR. The PGA TOUR is synonymous with high performance and a commitment to excellence - qualities that have been incorporated into PGA TOUR apparel. The official PGA TOUR season is covered in virtually every major market in North America with hundreds of thousands of on-site fans and millions of television viewers worldwide. Inspired by the excellence of the world’s most elite golfers, PGA TOUR apparel for men and women combines performance and style for golfers and non-golfers alike. The product is sold in-store and online through mid-tier department stores and sporting goods stores. The license was originally acquired in 2004 and has been extended through July 2019.

 

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Rafaella. Rafaella is the brand women rely on for fashion that fits and flatters her shape, her sense of style, her life. Since 1982 the brand has been committed to offering figure-flattering fashion for a wide variety of body types and sizes, dispelling the myth of “one size or one shape fits all”. Rafaella believes that looking great, means feeling great, and by celebrating a woman’s natural curves and individual shape they make it easy for her to feel her most confident and beautiful. As a result of these efforts, the brand has amassed an extremely loyal customer base and also inspired the “fitting is believing” maxim it lives by today. The brand is sold in better department stores and on e-commerce sites. For more information visit rafaellasportswear.com

Savane. With a heritage of craftsmanship, coupled with the latest in performance and comfort, Savane offers a collection designed to help men succeed in the business of life with a collection that takes them from work to the weekend. The line is available at national department and regional specialty stores. For further information visit savane.com.

Our Competitive Strengths

We believe that we have the following competitive strengths in our industry:

Portfolio of nationally and internationally recognized brands. We have built a broad and deep portfolio of global and licensed brands. We believe our brands are well-known and have a loyal following of both fashion-conscious consumers and retailers who desire high quality, well-designed fashion apparel and accessories.

Diversified business model. We market our products at multiple price points and across multiple channels of distribution, allowing us to provide products to a broad range of consumers, while reducing our reliance on any one demographic segment, merchandise preference or distribution channel. Specifically, we view our business as being well diversified:

By brand. We maintain a global portfolio of over 30 highly recognized brands that appeal to fashion conscious consumers across various income levels. We design, source, market and license most of our products on a brand-by-brand basis targeting distinct consumer demographic and lifestyle profiles. For example, we market the Perry Ellis and Original Penguin brands to higher-income consumers, and market the Grand Slam and Savane brands to middle-income consumers. We also market brands that target women through our Rafaella and Laundry by Shelli Segal brands, as well as through our family of golf and swimwear brands which include Callaway, Jantzen and Nike. In addition, our brands such as Gotcha, Manhattan and Pro Player are distributed through licensees. This allows us to maintain strong brand integrity without a direct wholesale or retail commitment of resources.

By product. We design and market apparel and accessories in a broad range of both men’s and women’s product categories, which we believe increases the stability of our business. Our menswear offerings include career and casual sportswear, golf apparel, sports apparel, swimwear, activewear and accessories. Our womenswear offerings include dresses, sportswear, swimwear, activewear and accessories. We believe that our product diversity decreases our dependence on a single product line or fashion trend and contributes substantially to our growth opportunities.

By distribution channel. We market our products across multiple levels of retail distribution, allowing us to reach a broad range of consumers domestically and internationally. We distribute our products through luxury stores, department stores, national and regional chain stores, mass merchants, specialty stores, sporting goods stores, the corporate wear market, e-commerce, as well as clubs and independent retailers. Our products are distributed through approximately 25,000 doors at some of the nation’s leading retailers, including Walmart, the Marmaxx Group, Macy’s, Dillard’s and Kohl’s. We also distribute our products through our own retail stores, which include 38 Perry Ellis, 14 Original Penguin and two multi-brand retail outlet stores located primarily in upscale retail outlet malls across the United States, United Kingdom and Puerto Rico. As of April 1, 2017, we also operated two Perry Ellis, two Cubavera, 12 Original Penguin and one multi-brand full price retail stores located in upscale demographic markets in the United States and United Kingdom. We also operate e-commerce sites for several of our brands. Finally, we have successfully expanded product and brand distribution in the United Kingdom, Canada, Latin America and Europe, and believe additional opportunities exist for further international expansion of our brand base.

 

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The following table illustrates the current diversity of a cross section of our brands and products we produce and market and their respective distribution channels:

 

Distribution Channels

  

Brands

Luxury Stores    Original Penguin    Laundry by Shelli Segal    Callaway Golf   
Department Stores    Perry Ellis    Rafaella    Callaway Golf    Jag
   Savane Original Penguin    Laundry by Shelli Segal Jack Nicklaus   

PGA TOUR

Cubavera

  

Nike Swim

Jantzen

Chain Stores    Savane Jack Nicklaus    Jag Grand Slam    PGA TOUR    Nike Swim
Mass Merchants    Ben Hogan    Jack Nicklaus      
Corporate/Green Grass/ Sporting Goods    Callaway Golf    Jack Nicklaus    PGA TOUR    Nike Swim
Specialty Stores    Jag Savane    Original Penguin Laundry by Shelli Segal    Jantzen    Nike Swim
International (1)    Perry Ellis Original Penguin Farah    Callaway Golf Laundry by Shelli Segal Rafaella    PGA TOUR Ben Hogan Manhattan   

Jantzen

Nike Swim

Direct-to-Consumer    Original Penguin Perry Ellis    Callaway Golf    Cubavera    Farah

 

 

(1) This channel includes Company operated retail stores, e-commerce and concession locations.

Leadership position in the Men’s Wholesale business. We believe that our established relationships with retailers allow us to maximize the selling space dedicated to our products, monitor our brand presentation and merchandising selection, and proactively introduce new brands and products. Because of our quality brands and products, dedication to customer service, design expertise and sourcing capabilities, we have developed and maintained long-standing relationships with our largest customers. In addition, we are engaged in wholesale growth initiatives that are designed to transform our respective brands’ displays at select department stores into branded “shop-in-shops.” By installing customized freestanding fixtures, wall casings and components, decorative items and flooring, as well as deploying specially trained staff, we believe that our shop-in-shops provide department store consumers with a more personalized shopping experience than traditional retail department store configurations. We also service the ecommerce distribution for many of our wholesale customers by fulfilling and mailing orders directly from our distribution facilities. This aspect of our business is becoming more important as more consumers shop on line. These capabilities further elevate our competencies to our retail partners.

Growing Licensing business. The strengths of our brands have been instrumental in helping us build our global licensing business. We collaborate with over 160 product licensees who produce and sell what we believe are products requiring specialized expertise that are enhanced by our brands’ respective strengths. We provide support to these business partners and ensure the integrity of our brand names by taking an active role in the design, quality control, advertising, marketing and distribution of licensed products. Our relationships with our product licensees have helped us leverage our success across demographics and categories by taking advantage of their unique expertise, resulting in total royalty revenue for licensed products increasing from $34.7 million in fiscal 2016 to $36.0 million in fiscal 2017. In addition, we have entered into agreements with non-manufacturing third-party licensees who we believe have particular expertise in the distribution of fashion apparel and accessories in specific geographic territories, such as the Middle East, Eastern Europe, Latin America and the Caribbean, throughout Asia and Australia.

 

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Manufacturing, Sourcing and Distribution. Product design and innovation, including fit, fabric, finish and quality, are important elements across our businesses. We have sourced our products globally for 50 years and employ sophisticated logistics and supply chain management systems to maintain maximum flexibility. Our network of worldwide company-owned sourcing offices and agents enables us to meet our customers’ needs in an efficient and high quality manner without relying on any one vendor, factory, or country. In fiscal 2017, based on the total units, we sourced our products from Asia 78%, the Middle East 17% and the Americas 5%. We maintain a staff of over 290 experienced sourcing professionals in four offices in China (including Hong Kong), as well as in the United States, Taiwan, Bangladesh, and Vietnam. Our sourcing offices closely monitor our suppliers and provide strict quality assurance analyses that allow us to consistently maintain our high quality standard for our customers. We have a compliance department that works closely with our quality assurance staff to ensure that our sourcing partners comply with Company-mandated and country-specific labor and employment regulations. We believe that sourcing our products allows us to manage our inventories more effectively while avoiding capital investments in production facilities. Because of our sourcing experience, capabilities and relationships, we believe that we are well positioned to take advantage of the changing textile and apparel quota environment. We limit our sourcing exposure through, among other measures: (i) shifting of production among countries and factories, (ii) sourcing production to merchandise categories where product expertise exists and (iii) sourcing from countries with tariff preference and free trade agreements.

Design expertise and advanced technology. We maintain a staff of designers, merchandisers and artists who are supported by a staff of design professionals, including assistant designers, technical designers, graphic artists and production assistants. Our in-house design staff designs substantially all of our products using advanced three dimensional computer-aided design technology that minimizes the time-intensive and costly production of sewn prototypes. In addition, this technology provides our customers with products that have been custom designed for their specific needs and meet current fashion trends. We design and employ advanced fabric and design technologies to ensure a proper fit and outstanding performance when creating our women’s and men’s golf and swimwear apparel. We seek to regularly upgrade and improve our products with the latest in innovative technology while broadening our product offerings. Our goal, to deliver superior performance in all our products, provides our developers and licensees with a clear, overarching direction for the brand and helps them identify new opportunities to create products that meet the changing needs of consumers. We regularly upgrade our computer technology, including our Product Lifecycle Management systems, to enhance our design capabilities, and facilitate communication with our global suppliers and customers on a real-time basis resulting in faster new product developments thereby meeting the ever-changing needs of our customers.

Our sales planners have an enhanced ability to manage and monitor our retail customers’ inventory at the stock keeping unit (“SKU”) level through utilization of our Oracle Retail Planning system. This system helps planners maximize the sales and margins of our products by identifying opportunities for our retailer customers to improve inventory turns, which reduces our product returns and markdowns and improves our profitability. We use PerrySolutions in-house planning software and Oracle Retail during the assortment planning process to allocate the optimal size/color and quantity mix for the initial retail product rollout.

Our Data Warehouse, Geographical Information Systems and IBM SPSS, a forecasting model, are utilized to detect future trends and identify new business opportunities. Our e-commerce environment utilizes Demandware coupled with the best of the breed e-commerce cloud and social media services to create an integrated leading edge environment. We completed implementation of a loyalty system utilizing Salesforce, Oracle-Eloqua, and Starmount’s mobile POS. These solutions improve our understanding of our direct-to-consumer market allowing us to engage the customer at the time of purchase resulting in significant increases in revenue per transaction.

Proven and experienced management team. Our senior management team averages more than 30 years in the apparel industry and has extensive experience in growing and rejuvenating brands and building strong relationships with global suppliers, licensees and retailers. This industry backdrop coupled with public company

 

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experience, as well as an average of 21 years with Perry Ellis International, provide a deeply seasoned senior management team with strong creative and operational experience. This extensive experience also extends beyond our senior management team and deep into our organization.

Our Business Strategy

Our goal is to drive increases in both revenue and our profitability with a portfolio of brands that we offer in multiple channels of retail distribution through the following strategies:

Continue to strengthen the competitive position and recognition of our lifestyle brands. We intend to continue growing brand awareness and customer loyalty in North America and internationally, in a number of ways including by:

 

    Managing our brands individually, and developing a distinctive merchandising and marketing strategy for every product category and distribution channel.

 

    Expanding our e-commerce footprint both direct and through our customers by utilizing key platform investments in our digital footprint and our state of the art photography studio.

 

    Maintaining our advertising position in global fashion publications, participating in trade shows, event and celebrity sponsorships, cooperative advertising in print and broadcast media. Increasingly important is our digital connection with consumers – through social media and mobile applications.

We partner with leading wholesale customers in national and regional department, chain, mass market, specialty and independent stores in North America and Europe. These longstanding relationships enable us to access large numbers of our key consumers in a targeted manner. In addition, we are engaged in wholesale growth initiatives such as advertising support in the form of point-of-sale fixtures and signage to enhance the presentation and brand image of our products. We also participate in shop-in-shops, which are the primary component of our retail marketing strategy to increase the brand floor space dedicated to our products within our major retail accounts. The design and funding of our concept shops within our major retail accounts has been a key initiative for securing prime floor space, educating the consumer and creating an exciting environment for the consumer to experience our branded products. Our shops enhance our brand’s presentation within our major retail accounts with a shop-in-shop approach, using dedicated floor space exclusively for our products, including flooring, lighting, walls, displays and images. We participate in incentive programs with our retailer customers, including customer loyalty, discounts, allowances and cooperative advertising funds. We also offer sales incentive programs directly to consumers through our “Supreme Perks” Loyalty Program, which targets consumers in our direct-to-consumer channel.

The strength and agility of our global brands has been instrumental in helping us expand our licensing business. We collaborate with a select number of product licensees who produce and sell products requiring specialized expertise that are enhanced by our brands’ strengths. In addition, we have entered into agreements with non-manufacturing licensees who have particular expertise in the distribution of our products in countries and geographic territories such as South Korea, the Philippines, the Middle East, China, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Expand our product offerings. We have been a leader in men’s apparel for over 40 years and believe we can continue to grow this business by leveraging our expertise and experience in design and manufacturing, in our relationships with leading retailers, and in our sourcing capabilities to expand to new product categories by capitalizing on our brands’ strong awareness and loyalty among consumers. We can both optimize our strong business opportunities and attract new customers to our brands. For example, we expanded the performance attributes for our Perry Ellis collection line to offer casual “athleisure” components. These product offerings provide complementary additions under the brand that extended its reach beyond the traditional wear to work outfit.

 

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Grow our Direct-to-Consumer channel. We seek to expand and leverage the high gross margin direct-to-consumer channel, which includes e-commerce, outlet stores and full-price stores, and where we control all aspects of the operation, thereby complementing our wholesale business. This business segment operates under a single operating group to ensure our omni-channel operations are interdependent. This has enabled our company to increase comparable store sales with a number of initiatives already under way to increase the size and frequency of purchases by our existing customers and to attract new customers. Such initiatives include, among others, maximizing productivity with existing stores, creating compelling store environments and offering new products, including menswear, small leather goods, and active footwear.

E-commerce is our fastest growing direct-to-consumer channel. As a complement to our wholesale business, we currently market Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, Farah, Cubavera and Callaway Golf Apparel products online in the United States and internationally. We are continuing to enhance the online capabilities and functionality of our e-commerce sites to improve the shopping experience and increase sales. At the same time, these enhancements enable us to expand the number of countries to which we are able to ship. In addition, we have increased our indirect e-commerce sales via our retail customers by investing in product presentation and selling capabilities to further strengthen the competitive position and image of our current brands on their respective websites.

In addition to e-commerce, our stores allow us to showcase a brand’s full line of current season products, with fixtures and imagery, which we believe reinforce our brand image and enables us to control the entire customer experience. We intend to expand our store base both domestically and internationally by selectively opening new retail locations for Perry Ellis, Original Penguin and other brands. We also continue to increase global comparable store sales with a number of initiatives already under way to increase the size and frequency of purchases by our existing customers and to attract new customers. Such initiatives include, among others, maximizing the merchandise assortment within existing stores, providing exceptional customer service, creating compelling store environments and offering new products, small leather goods, travel products and accessories.

In addition to our direct-to-consumer operations, our licensees, distributors and other independent parties own and operate over 100 stores. These are primarily mono brand stores selling company-branded products with the same look and feel as our company-operated stores. The majority of these stores are located in Latin America and Asia.

Grow our international businesses. We believe that our strong brand portfolio and broad product offerings enable us to seek additional growth opportunities in geographic areas where we are underpenetrated, such as Europe and Asia. Our historic growth focused primarily on the wholesale channel within the United States, and accordingly, our revenues are concentrated in that distribution channel. We intend to strengthen our existing markets and successfully expand our business in relatively underdeveloped or under-optimized markets. Our immediate focus is supporting our momentum in Europe, Canada and Latin America while expanding our penetration in Asia and the Middle East. For example, during fiscal 2017 we introduced Nike Swim into Latin America and Europe. We also brought Ben Hogan into the market in Europe. We also seek to expand revenue through licensing partnerships across the Asian, Middle Eastern, African and Indian markets. We executed new licensing relationships in Latin America and Asia for Perry Ellis, and in Europe for Original Penguin, during fiscal 2017 as well.

Adapt to our continually changing marketplace. We will continue to make investments and implement strategies to meet the growing needs of our customers on a timely basis in the ever-changing apparel industry. We are currently focusing on expanding our business in the following areas:

 

    We continue to elevate our Perry Ellis brand by leveraging the creative talent of our design and merchandising teams. We hold runway shows which reinforce Perry Ellis’ designer status and high-fashion image, creating excitement around the collections and generating global multimedia press coverage. We continue to make investments in global advertising and integrated marketing programs, with the popular “Very Perry” advertising campaign as the current cornerstone of our global marketing strategies.

 

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    We implemented a successful wholesale strategy for Original Penguin, transitioning from a classification business to full-lifestyle offerings at wholesale in order to more efficiently and effectively exploit the development opportunities for the brand. The “Be an Original” spirit of the brand inspires a wide range of contemporary, all-American designs that appeal to a diverse array of global consumers.

 

    We continue to increase our wholesale sales by increasing shop-in-shops for Perry Ellis, Original Penguin and Rafaella. We believe that our shop-in-shop initiatives effectively communicate our brand image within the department store, enhance the presentation of our merchandise and create a more personalized shopping experience for department store customers. We plan to grow our North American shop-in-shop footprint at select department stores by continuing to convert existing wholesale door space into shop-in-shops and expanding the size of existing shop-in-shops.

 

    We are a leading manufacturer of golf lifestyle products and our branded portfolio includes Callaway Golf, PGA TOUR, Grand Slam, Ben Hogan, and Jack Nicklaus. We believe there is opportunity to capitalize on the evolution of golf apparel which continues to replace traditional sportswear attire and permits us to expand across multiple distribution channels.

 

    We are focused on several initiatives to increase our direct-to-consumer sales, including measured growth of our retail stores as well as maximizing sales and distribution through our e-commerce websites. Operationally, we seek to maximize the omni-channel experience – through providing exclusive assortments available online and in our stores as well as maximizing higher margin businesses including fragrance, footwear and accessories which also create a complete branded experience for the consumer.

 

    We continue to evaluate our businesses for productivity and profitability. This year, we continued to focus on cost controls within cost of goods sold and selling general and administrative expenses, through process enhancements, inventory management and consolidation.

Expand our licensing opportunities. We believe licensing to third parties is an attractive opportunity for our brands by providing increased customer exposure domestically and internationally, as well as opportunities for future product extensions. We intend to continue to expand the international distribution of our brands through licensing. This year, we entered into 22 new licensing agreements to expand our product offerings under our well-known brands and broaden the markets that we serve. We have over 160 license agreements, covering over 150 countries outside of the United States, to use our brands in numerous product categories, including apparel, accessories, footwear, soft home goods and fragrances. We have an active pipeline of new agreements as we seek to expand product categories and markets.

We provide support to these business partners and ensure the integrity of our brand names by taking an active role in the design, quality control, advertising, marketing and distribution of licensed products. We are focusing resources on globalizing core brands and upgrading existing licensees. We are using our competency in both men’s and women’s to add additional categories and geographic regions to our current list of licenses in the years ahead. Licensing arrangements relate to a broad range of brands and product categories. In addition to the revenues and brand awareness that licensing provides us, we also believe that licensing our brands benefits us by providing significant high-margin operating income contribution.

Pursue strategic acquisitions and opportunities that leverage and enhance our global product offerings. We continually review acquisition opportunities and believe that our existing infrastructure and management depth will enable us to complete additional acquisitions in the apparel industry should there be an attractive prospect. While we believe we have a diverse portfolio of brands with growth potential, we will continue to explore trademarks and licensing opportunities that we believe are additive to our overall business. New license opportunities allow us to fill new product and brand portfolio needs. We take a disciplined approach to acquisitions, seeking business opportunities that we can grow profitably and expand by leveraging our infrastructure and core competencies and, where appropriate, by extending the brand through licensing.

 

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Recent Developments

In November 2016, we paid off our existing real estate mortgage loan and refinanced our main administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility in Miami with a $21.7 million mortgage loan. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $112,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity. In November 2016, we also refinanced our Tampa facility with a $13.2 million mortgage loan. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $68,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity.

Products and Product Design

Perry Ellis International has assembled a world-class design team, positioned in critical locations around the world. The extensive team is seasoned and well-versed in many product categories. The company’s core competency continues to remain menswear, offering products ranging from casual to career sportswear, niche lifestyle apparel in the Latin-inspired markets, emerging Big and Tall markets, as well as technology-rich innovation in the market for authentic golf. Key sport extensions include swim, training and the corresponding accessories. Womenswear continues as a powerful opportunity for the company, with ever-expanding offerings in the sportswear and dress markets, as well as parallel extensions to the men’s product stable in swim and active.

We continue to make technology investment a priority in all areas of the Company. The in-house design organization continues to benefit from the latest updates in state-of-the-art computer aided design (“CAD”) technology. Woven and knitted fabric patterns, print patterns and silhouette enhancements are mapped and confirmed with speed and accuracy, as well as with great cost-efficiency. The latest evolutions in style and fashion quickly travel from concept to factory-ready reality.

Our creative mission is to offer and market fashion-right branded lifestyle products that appeal to a broad and diverse customer base. Extensive consumer and fashion trend research, along with the ever-vigilant monitoring of retail sales, enables us to deliver the right products at the right time to the right sector.

Licensing Operations

We license certain brands to third parties for various product categories in distribution channels and countries where we may not distribute our brands directly. Licensing enhances the images of our brands by widening the range, product offerings and distribution of products sold under our brands without requiring us to make capital investments or incur additional operating expenses. As a result of this strategy, we are experienced in identifying licensing opportunities and have established relationships with numerous licensees. Our licensing operation is also a significant contributor to our operating income.

As of January 28, 2017, we were the licensor of over 160 license agreements, for various products including footwear, men’s suits, sportswear, dress shirts, tailored clothing, underwear, loungewear, outerwear, activewear, neckwear, fragrances, eyewear, accessories and home, and for various international territories. Wholesale sales of licensed products by our licensees were approximately $723.0 million, $697.0 million, and $637.0 million in fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively. We received royalties from these sales of approximately $36.0 million, $34.7 million, and $31.7 million in fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively. We believe that our long-term licensing opportunities will continue to grow domestically and internationally. Although the Perry Ellis brand has international recognition, we still perceive the brand to be under-penetrated in international markets such as Europe, Latin America and Asia. We are actively working to optimize and expand our base of licensees for the Perry Ellis brand in international markets. We believe that our brand and licensing experience will enable us to capitalize on these international opportunities and that our operations in Europe will assist us in this endeavor.

We have been successful with licensing our Original Penguin brand, both domestically and internationally, in categories such as footwear, fragrance, eyewear, dress shirts, tailored clothing, neckwear and kids apparel. We recently added accessory licenses to both Laundry by Shelli Segal and Rafaella and believe that there are additional categories such as handbags and footwear which we are actively working on. Other brands within our portfolio we license for certain product categories and territories include Farah, Jantzen, Gotcha, Manhattan, and Ben Hogan among others.

 

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To maintain a brand’s image, we closely monitor our licensees and approve all licensed products. In evaluating a prospective licensee, we consider the candidate’s experience in product design and manufacturing, financial stability, marketing ability and experience in wholesale and retail. We also evaluate the marketability and compatibility of the proposed products with our brands. We regularly monitor product design, development, merchandising and marketing of licensees, and schedule meetings throughout the year with licensees to ensure product quality and brand consistency. We expose our products and fashion collections to our licensees and share our expectations of product positioning in the marketplace. In addition to approving, in advance, all licensees’ products, we also approve their advertising, promotional and packaging materials.

As part of our licensing strategy, we work with our licensees to further enhance the development, image, and sales of their products. We offer licensees marketing support, and our relationships with retailers help the licensees generate higher revenues.

Our license agreements generally extend for a period of three to five years with options to renew prior to expiration for an additional multi-year period based upon a licensee meeting certain performance criteria. The typical agreement requires that the licensee pay us the greater of a royalty based on a percentage of the licensee’s net sales of the licensed products or a guaranteed minimum royalty that typically increases annually over the term of the agreement. Generally, licensees are required to contribute to us additional funds for advertising and promotion of the brand.

Marketing, Advertising and Promotions

Our strategy to drive demand and sell through of our products begins with our portfolio of brands across the four business segments. Each brand has a defined positioning strategy, product focus, target consumer segment, geographic market focus, and distribution channel approach.

We leverage data and consumer insights to inform our strategies to build loyalty and engagement with current consumers as well as attract and acquire new ones. By considering our end consumers’ purchasing journey from discovery to consideration to purchase and retention, we develop initiatives and communications to help our brands and products to be understood and desired.

We seek to build a relationship with our end consumers. Through direct marketing and targeted digital communications, we segment relevant messaging based on consumer preferences. Additionally, we reward end consumers with special offers, advance product releases, and exclusive access with Supreme Perks, our loyalty program.

Most of our creative marketing work is done through an in-house creative agency model. This team creates brand identity elements, packaging, advertising, sales materials, and digital content. We connect with consumers to build brand equity and drive retail traffic through extensive use of digital media including social media, branded content, digital advertising, search marketing, and email. Our digital marketing strategies have continued to evolve as mobile consumption of communications has become ubiquitous. We utilize relevant traditional media including fashion and lifestyle magazines and geo-targeted billboards based on the target consumer profile by brand. In addition, we seek editorial coverage for our brands and products through traditional media outlets as well as the less traditional, and growing importance of influencers.

Our marketing efforts with wholesale partners are strong and omni channel in their orientation. Our marketing and sales executives spend considerable time in the field meeting with consumers and retailers at the points of sale. We have dedicated resources to enable the best brand and product representation on our retail partners’ websites in an effort to maximize this growing channel. Additionally, our reach towards targeted consumers is increased by cooperative advertising programs with some retailers. Ranging from in-store displays, digital advertising, direct mail, and email to promotional activities, we are committed to helping our retail partners drive demand and sales. We believe we have opportunities to expand our brand portfolio online around the world, and have developed omni-channel concepts to better serve consumers as they shop across channels.

 

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Distribution and Customers

We operate 38 Perry Ellis, 14 Original Penguin and two multi-brand retail outlet stores and two Perry Ellis, two Cubavera and 12 Original Penguin and one multi-brand full-price retail stores. We also operate e-commerce sites for several of our brands with goals to expand our e-commerce offerings.

We believe that customer service is a key factor in successfully marketing our products. We coordinate efforts with customers to develop products meeting their specific needs using our design expertise and CAD technology. Utilizing our sourcing capabilities, we strive to produce and deliver products to our customers on a timely basis.

We sell merchandise to a broad spectrum of retailers, including national and regional chains, department, mass merchant and specialty stores. Our largest customers include Walmart, The Marmaxx Group and Macy’s. We have developed and maintained long-standing relationships with these customers. Additionally, we sell merchandise to other retailers such as: Kohl’s, Belk, Dillard’s and Hudson Bay Company. We also sell merchandise to corporate wear distributors.

Net sales to our five largest customers accounted for approximately 46%, 47%, and 49% of net sales in fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively. For fiscal 2017, two customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 13% and The Marmaxx Group accounted for 10%. For fiscal 2016, three customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 12%, The Marmaxx Group accounted for 11% and Macy’s accounted for 10% of net sales, respectively. For fiscal 2015, four customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 14% and Kohl’s, Macy’s and The Marmaxx Group each accounted for 10% of net sales.

Information Systems

Our in-house sales staff is responsible for customer follow-up and support, including monitoring prompt order fulfillment and timely delivery. We utilize EDI and a self-hosted site for certain customers in order to provide advance-shipping notices, process orders and conduct billing operations. In addition, certain customers use the EDI system to communicate their weekly inventory requirements per store to us. We then fill these orders either by shipping directly to the individual stores or by sending shipments, individually packaged and bar coded by store, to a centralized customer distribution center.

We use PerrySolutions in-house planning software that enables our sales planners to manage our retail customers’ inventory at the SKU level. In addition, we use Oracle Retail during the assortment planning process to allocate the correct quantities for the initial rollout of product at retail. These systems help us maximize sales and margins of our products by increasing inventory turns for the retailer, which in turn reduces our product returns and markdowns and increases our profitability. We also use demographic mapping data software that helps us develop specific micro-market plans for our customers and provide them with enhanced returns on our various product lines. Our Data Warehouse, Geographical Information Systems and IBM SPSS are utilized to detect future trends and identify new business opportunities. Our e-commerce environment utilizes Demandware coupled with the best of breed e-commerce, Cloud and social media services creating an integrated leading edge environment.

We use the Oracle Retail suite of products with the goal of reducing markdowns, increasing inventory turns and increasing revenues while automating the process. The different modules allow us to monitor our customers’ product by store and quickly react to changes in consumer behavior. The suite also includes best of breed store inventory and point of sales software, which allows us to keep just in time inventory at our retail stores. This investment shows our commitment to understanding our consumer in order to strengthen our brands as well as our effort to support the continued expansion of our direct retail businesses. Additionally, we invested in Trade Management Oracle Financials software to quickly and positively resolve customer claims.

We will begin implementation of a new JDA warehouse management system during fiscal 2018.

In addition, we use Google Apps for Work to provide real-time collaboration across our global offices, with face to face video conferencing available to every associate, for training and business meetings.

 

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Seasonality and Backlog

Our products are geared towards lighter weight apparel generally worn during the spring and summer months. We believe that this seasonality is balanced with fall, winter and holiday merchandise. The swimwear business, however, is highly seasonal in nature, with the vast majority of our sales occurring in our first and fourth quarters.

We generally receive orders from our retailers approximately five to seven months prior to shipment. For the majority of our sales, we have orders from our retailers before we place orders with our suppliers. A summary of the order and delivery cycle for our four primary selling seasons, excluding swimwear, is illustrated below:

 

Merchandise Season

  

Advance Order Period

  

Delivery Period to Retailers

Spring

   July to September    January to March

Summer

   October to December    April and May

Fall

   January to March    June to September

Holiday

   April to June    October and November

Sales and receivables are recorded when inventory is shipped. The dollar amount of our order backlog as of any date may not be indicative of actual future shipments and, accordingly, is not material to an understanding of the business taken as a whole. The amount of unfilled orders at a point in time is affected by a number of factors, including the mix of product, the timing of the receipt and processing of customer orders and the scheduling of the sourcing and shipping of the product, which in most cases depends on the desires of the customer. Our backlog is also affected by an on-going trend among retailers to reduce the lead-time on their orders. In recent years, our customers have been more cautious of their inventory levels and have delayed placing orders and re-orders compared to our previous experience.

Supply of Products and Quality Control

We currently use independent contract manufacturers to supply the substantial majority of the products we sell. Of the total units of sourced products in fiscal 2017, 78% was sourced from suppliers in Asia, 17% was sourced from suppliers in the Middle East and 5% was sourced from suppliers in the Americas, respectively. We believe that the use of numerous independent contract manufacturers allows us to maximize production flexibility, while avoiding significant capital expenditures, work-in-process inventory build-ups and the costs of maintaining and operating production facilities. We have had relationships with some suppliers for over 30 years, however, none of these relationships is formal nor require either party to purchase or supply any fixed quantity of product.

The vast majority of our products are purchased as “full packages,” where we place an order with the supplier and the supplier purchases all the raw materials, assembles the garments and ships them to our distribution facilities or third party facilities.

We maintain a staff of experienced sourcing professionals in four buying offices in China (including Hong Kong), as well as the United States, Taiwan, Bangladesh, and Vietnam. This staff sources our products worldwide, monitors our suppliers’ purchases of raw material, and monitors production at contract manufacturing facilities in order to ensure quality control and timely delivery. We also operate through independent agents in Asia and the Middle East. Our sourcing personnel based in our United States offices perform similar functions with respect to our suppliers worldwide. We conduct inspections of samples of product prior to cutting by contractors, during the manufacturing process and prior to shipment. We also have full-time quality assurance inspectors located globally.

Generally, the foreign contractors purchase the raw material in accordance with our specifications. Raw materials, which are in most instances made and/or colored especially for us, consist principally of piece goods and yarn and are specified by us to be purchased from a number of foreign and domestic textile mills and converters.

We are committed to ethical sourcing standards and require our independent contractors to comply with our code of conduct. We monitor compliance by our foreign contract manufacturers with applicable laws and regulations including labor and employment. As part of our compliance program, we maintain compliance departments in the United States and overseas and routinely perform audits of our contract manufacturers and require corrective action when necessary.

 

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Import Operations and Import Restrictions

Our import operations are subject to constraints imposed by bilateral trade agreements between the United States and a number of foreign countries. These agreements impose quotas on the amount and type of goods that can be imported into the United States from some countries. Most of our imported products are also subject to United States customs duties.

We closely monitor developments in quotas, duties, and tariffs and continually seek to minimize our exposure to these risks through, among other things, geographical diversification of our contract manufacturers, allocating overseas production to product categories where more quotas are available, and shifting of production among countries and manufacturers.

Under the terms of the World Trade Organization (“WTO”) Agreement on Textiles and Clothing, WTO members removed all quotas effective January 1, 2005. Although the danger of quota embargoes has subsided since the removal of quotas for WTO member countries, threats to some apparel categories in China and Vietnam present themselves on occasion through proposed protectionist legislation in the U.S. Congress. We monitor these events closely and our board and executive level memberships in various apparel trade associations ensure early awareness of developments and timely communication of developments to our sourcing staff.

We believe that our extensive management and sourcing capability, our flexible sourcing model, and our experience and relationships throughout the world enable us to take advantage of the changing textile and apparel environment. Because of our sourcing experience, capabilities and relationships, we believe we are well positioned to take advantage of the changing textile and apparel quota environment.

Competition

The apparel industry is highly competitive and fragmented. Our competitors include numerous apparel designers, manufacturers, importers, licensors, ecommerce providers, and our own customers’ private label programs, many of which are larger and have greater financial and marketing resources than we have available to us. We believe that the principal competitive factors in the industry are: (1) brand name and brand identity, (2) timeliness, consistency, reliability and quality of services provided, (3) market share and visibility, (4) price, and (5) the ability to anticipate customer and consumer demands and maintain appeal of products to customers.

We strive to focus on these points and have proven our ability to anticipate and respond quickly to customer demands with our brands, range of products and our ability to operate within the industry’s production and delivery constraints. We believe that our continued dedication to customer service, product assortment and quality control, as well as our aggressive pursuit of licensing opportunities, directly addresses the competitive factors in all market segments. Our established brands and relationships with retailers have resulted in a loyal following of customers.

We understand that the level of competition and the nature of our competitors vary by product segment. In particular, in the mass market channel, manufacturers constitute our main competitors in this less expensive segment of the market, while high profile domestic and foreign designers and licensors account for our main competitors in the more upscale segment of the market. Although we have been able to compete successfully to date, there can be no assurance that significant new competitors will not develop in the future.

Trademarks

Trademarks, trade names, copyrights and domain names, as well as related logos and designs are valuable in the development and marketing of our products and are important to our continued success including the growth of our international licensed businesses. We have registered our material trademarks in the United States and in more than 150 countries where our products are manufactured or sold. We regard our trademarks and other proprietary rights as valuable assets that are critical in the marketing of our products, and, therefore, we vigorously protect our trademarks and other proprietary rights against infringements.

 

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Environmental Matters

We are committed to minimizing the negative impact of our business activities on the environment and believe our operations are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, our business activities could be negatively impacted by severe weather conditions, which could affect the sale of our products or disrupt our sourcing.

Employees

As of March 2017 and 2016, we had approximately 2,500 and 2,700, employees worldwide, respectively. None of our employees is subject to a collective bargaining agreement. We consider our employee relations to be satisfactory.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

Our business faces certain risks. The risks described below may not be the only risks we face. Additional risks that we do not yet know of or that we currently think are immaterial may also impair our business. If any of the events or circumstances described as risks below or elsewhere in this report actually occurs, our business, results of operations or financial condition could be materially and adversely affected.

We rely on a few key customers, and a significant decrease in business from the loss of any one key customer or key program could substantially reduce our revenues and harm our business.

We derive a significant amount of our revenues from a few major customers. For example, net sales to our five largest customers accounted for approximately 46%, 47%, and 49% of net sales in fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, respectively. For fiscal 2017, two customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 13% and The Marmaxx Group accounted for 10%. For fiscal 2016, three customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 12%, The Marmaxx Group accounted for 11% and Macy’s accounted for 10% of net sales, respectively. For fiscal 2015, four customers accounted for over 10% of net sales; Walmart accounted for 14% and Kohl’s, Macy’s and The Marmaxx Group each accounted for 10% of net sales, respectively.

A significant decrease in business from or loss of any of our major customers could harm our financial condition by causing a significant decline in revenues. During the past several years, the retail industry has experienced a great deal of consolidation and other ownership changes, as well as management changes and store closing programs, and we expect such changes to be ongoing. In addition, store closings by our customers, such as those described above, decrease the number of stores carrying our products, while the remaining stores may purchase a smaller amount of our products and may reduce the retail floor space designated for our brands. In the future, retailers may further consolidate, undergo restructurings or reorganizations, realign their affiliations or reposition their stores’ target markets or marketing strategies. Any of these types of actions could decrease the number of stores that carry our products or increase the ownership concentration within the retail industry. These changes could decrease our opportunities in the market, increase our reliance on a smaller number of large customers and decrease our negotiating strength with our customers. These factors could have a material adverse effect on our financial condition and results of operations.

We do not have long-term contracts with any of our customers and purchases generally occur on an order-by-order basis. We believe that purchasing decisions are generally made independently by individual department stores within a company-controlled group. There has been a trend, however, toward more centralized purchasing decisions. As such decisions become more centralized, the risk to us of such concentration increases. Furthermore, our customers could curtail or cease their business with us because of changes in their strategic and operational initiatives, such as an increased focus on private label, consolidation with another retailer, changes in our customer’s buying patterns, financial instability and other reasons. If our customers curtail or cease business with us, our revenues could significantly decrease and our financial condition could be significantly harmed.

 

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Recent and future economic conditions, including turmoil in the financial and credit markets, may adversely affect our business.

Recent economic conditions may adversely affect our business, our customers, and our financing and other contractual arrangements. In addition, conditions may remain depressed in the future or may be subject to further deterioration. Recent and future developments in the United States and global economies may lead to further reductions in consumer spending, which could have an adverse effect on the sales of our products. Such events could adversely affect the business of our wholesale and retail customers, which may among other things, result in financial difficulties leading to restructuring, bankruptcies, liquidations, and other unfavorable events of our customers, and may cause such customers to reduce or discontinue orders of our products. Financial difficulties of our customers may also affect the ability of our customers to access credit markets or lead to higher credit risk relating to receivables from customers. Recent or future turmoil in the financial and credit markets could make it more difficult for us to obtain financing or refinance existing debt when the need arises or on terms that would be acceptable to us.

Domestic and international political situations may also affect consumer confidence. The threat, outbreak or escalation of terrorism, military conflicts or other hostilities could lead to further decreases in consumer spending.

The worldwide apparel industry is heavily influenced by general economic conditions, which could negatively impact our orders and our overall results of operations.

The apparel industry is highly cyclical and heavily dependent upon the overall level of consumer spending. Purchases of apparel and related goods tend to be highly correlated with cycles in the disposable income of consumers. Our wholesale customers may anticipate and respond to adverse changes in economic conditions and uncertainty by reducing inventories and canceling orders. Accordingly, a reduction in consumer spending in any of the regions in which we compete as a result of any substantial deterioration in general economic conditions (including as a result of uncertainty in world financial markets, weakness in the credit markets, changes in the price of fuel, international turmoil or terrorist attacks) or increases in interest rates could adversely affect the sales of our products.

We may not be able to anticipate consumer preferences and fashion trends, which could negatively affect acceptance of our products by retailers and consumers and result in a significant decrease in net sales.

Our failure to anticipate, identify and respond effectively to changing consumer demands and fashion trends could adversely affect acceptance of our products by retailers and consumers and may result in a significant decrease in net sales or leave us with a substantial amount of unsold inventory. We believe that our success depends on our ability to anticipate, identify and respond to changing fashion trends in a timely manner. Our products must appeal to a broad range of consumers whose preferences cannot be predicted with certainty and are subject to rapid change. We may not be able to continue to develop appealing styles or successfully meet constantly changing consumer demands in the future. In addition, any new products or brands that we introduce may not be successfully received by retailers and consumers. Due to the acquisitions of Laundry by Shelli Segal, and Rafaella, we have increased our exposure to women’s apparel, thus making us subject to additional changes in fashion trends as women’s fashion trends have historically changed more rapidly than men’s. If our products are not successfully received by retailers and consumers and we are left with a substantial amount of unsold inventory, we may be forced to rely on markdowns or promotional sales to dispose of excess, slow-moving inventory. If this occurs, our business, financial condition, results of operations and prospects may be harmed.

The failure of our suppliers to use acceptable ethical business practices could cause our business to suffer.

We require our suppliers to operate in compliance with applicable laws and regulations regarding working conditions, employment practices, conflict minerals and environmental compliance. Additionally, we or our customers’ operating guidelines may require additional obligations in those areas. We do not, however, control our suppliers or their labor and other business practices. If one of our suppliers violates labor or other laws or implements labor or other business practices that are generally regarded as unethical in the United States, the shipment of finished products to us could be interrupted, orders could be cancelled, relationships could be terminated and our reputation could be damaged. Any of these events could have a material adverse effect on our revenue and, consequently, our results of operations.

 

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Increases in the prices of raw materials used to manufacture our products or increases in costs to transport our products could materially increase our costs and decrease our profitability.

The principal fabrics used in our business are made from cotton, wool, silk, synthetic and cotton-synthetic blends. The prices we pay for these fabrics are dependent on the market prices for the raw materials used to produce them, primarily cotton and chemical components of synthetic fabrics. These raw materials are subject to price volatility caused by weather, supply conditions, government regulations, energy costs, economic climate and other unpredictable factors. Fluctuations in petroleum prices may also influence the prices of related items such as chemicals, dyestuffs and polyester yarn as well as the costs we incur to transport products from our suppliers and costs we incur to distribute products to our customers. Any raw material price increase or increase in costs related to the transport of our products (primarily petroleum costs) could increase our cost of sales and decrease our profitability unless we are able to pass higher prices on to our customers. In addition, if one or more of our competitors is able to reduce its production costs by taking greater advantage of any reductions in raw material prices or favorable sourcing agreements, we may face pricing pressures from those competitors and may be forced to reduce our prices or face a decline in net sales, either of which could have an adverse effect on our business, results of operations or financial condition.

Fluctuations in the price, availability and quality of the fabrics or other raw materials used to manufacture our products, as well as the price for labor, marketing and transportation, could have a material adverse effect on our cost of sales or our ability to meet our customers’ demands. The prices for such fabrics depend largely on the market prices for the raw materials used to produce them. The price and availability of such raw materials may fluctuate significantly, depending on many factors. In the future, we may not be able to pass all or a portion of such higher prices on to our customers.

Problems with our distribution system, could impact our ability to deliver our products to the market.

We rely on owned or independently-operated distribution facilities to warehouse and ship product to our customers. These distribution systems include computer-controlled and automated equipment, which may be subject to a number of risks related to security or computer viruses, the proper operation of software and hardware, power interruptions or other system failures. Since all of our products are distributed from a relatively small number of locations, the operations could also be interrupted by earthquakes, floods, fires or other natural disasters that impact our distribution centers. We maintain business interruption insurance, but it may not adequately protect us from the adverse effects that could be caused by significant disruptions in our distribution facilities. In addition, our distribution capacity is dependent on the timely performance of services by third parties, including the transportation of product to and from our distribution facilities. If we encounter problems with our distribution system, our ability to meet customer expectations, manage inventory, complete sales and achieve operating efficiencies could be materially adversely affected.

We are dependent upon the revenues generated by brands we license from third parties, and the loss or inability to renew certain of these licenses could reduce our net income.

The interruption of the business of third parties that license their brands to us could adversely affect our net income. We currently license the Nike, Jag, PGA TOUR, Jack Nicklaus and Callaway Golf brands from third parties. These licenses vary in length of term, renewal conditions and royalty obligations. The average initial term of these licenses is three to five years with automatic renewals depending upon whether we achieve certain targeted sales goals. We may not be able to renew or extend any of these licenses on favorable terms, if at all. If we are unable to renew or extend any of these licenses, we could experience a decrease in net income.

We are dependent upon the revenues generated by the licensing of our brands to third parties, and the loss or inability to renew certain of these licenses could reduce our royalty income and consequently reduce our net income.

The loss of several licensees of our brands at any one time could adversely affect our royalty income and net income. Royalty income from licensing our brands to third parties accounted for $36.0 million or 4% of total

 

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revenues for fiscal 2017 and $34.7 million, or 4% of total revenues, for fiscal 2016. These licenses vary in length of term, renewal conditions and royalty obligations. The average term of these licenses is three to five years with automatic renewals depending upon whether certain targeted performance goals are met. We may not be able to renew or extend any of these licenses on favorable terms, if at all. If we are unable to renew or extend any of these licenses, we could experience a decrease in royalty income and net income.

Our business could be harmed if we do not deliver quality products in a timely manner.

Our sourcing, logistics and technology functions operate within substantial production and delivery requirements and subjects us to the risks associated with suppliers, transportation, distribution facilities and other risks. Labor disruptions at independent factories where our goods are produced, the shipping ports we use, or our transportation carriers create significant risks for our business, particularly if these disputes result in work slowdowns, lockouts, strikes, or other disruptions. For example, in fiscal 2015, we experienced the impact of the West Coast port slowdowns and work stoppages, which resulted in a significant backup of cargo containers at West Coast ports including the port through which we sourced a significant portion of our products. We experienced delays in the shipment of our products as a result of this disruption.

If we do not comply with customer product requirements or meet their delivery requirements, our customers could reduce our selling prices, require significant margin support, reduce the amount of business they do with us, or cease to do business with us, all of which could harm our business.

Our sales and operating results are influenced by weather patterns and natural disasters.

Like other companies in the apparel industry, our sales volume may be adversely affected by unseasonable weather conditions or natural disasters, which may cause consumers to alter their purchasing habits or result in a disruption to our operations. Because of the seasonality of our business and the concentration of a significant proportion of our customers in certain geographic regions, the occurrence of such events could disproportionately impact our business, financial condition and operating results.

We are subject to United States federal and state laws and if any of the laws or regulations are amended or if new laws or regulations are adopted, compliance could become more expensive and directly affect our income.

We are subject to U.S. federal, state and local laws and regulations affecting our business, including those promulgated under or by the Occupational Safety and Health Act, the Consumer Product Safety Act, the Flammable Fabrics Act, the Textile Fiber Product Identification Act, of the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the Department of Homeland Security and various labor, workplace and related laws, as well as environmental laws and regulations. If any of these laws is amended or new laws are adopted, compliance could become more costly, and our failure to comply with such laws may expose us to potential liabilities, which could have an adverse impact on our results of operation.

Because we do business abroad, our business could be harmed by changes in foreign exchange rates.

Our business operations have several international components including sourcing of product, licensing and distribution arrangements and direct operations in Canada, Mexico and Europe, which expose us to foreign exchange risk and such risk may increase as we expand our international operations and licensing and distribution portfolio. Changes in exchange rates between the United States dollar and other currencies can impact our financial results in two ways; a translation impact and a transaction impact. The translation impact refers to the impact that changes in exchange rates can have on our published financial results, as our revenue and profit earned in local foreign currencies is translated into United States dollars using an average exchange rate over the representative period. Accordingly, during times of a strengthening United States dollar, particularly against the British Pound, the Canadian dollar, and the Mexican Peso, our results of operations will be negatively impacted, as was the case during fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, and during times of a weakening United States dollar, our results of operations will be favorably impacted.

“Transaction” impact refers to settlement of inventory payment or receivables collected in other than local currency that can have a favorable impact when the local currency is strong and an unfavorable impact when the foreign currency is stronger. In accordance with our operating practices, we hedge a portion of our foreign currency transaction exposures arising in the ordinary course of business to reduce risks in our cash flows and

 

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earnings. Our hedging strategy may not be effective in reducing all risks, and no hedging strategy can completely insulate us from foreign exchange risk. We do not hedge foreign currency translation rate changes. Further, our use of derivative financial instruments may expose us to counterparty risks. Although we only enter into hedging contracts with counterparties having investment grade credit ratings, it is possible that the credit quality of a counterparty could be downgraded or a counterparty could default on its obligations, which could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition, results of operations and cash flows.

Although we have not been affected in a material way by any of the foregoing factors, we cannot predict the likelihood or frequency of any such events occurring and any material disruption may have an adverse affect on our business.

We may face challenges integrating the operations of our acquired brands or any businesses we may acquire, which may negatively impact our business.

As part of our strategy of making selective acquisitions, we acquire new brands and product categories, including our acquisitions of Rafaella and Ben Hogan. Acquisitions have inherent risks, including the risk that the projected sales and net income from the acquisition may not be generated, the risk that the integration is more costly and takes longer than anticipated, risks of retaining key personnel, and risks associated with unanticipated events and unknown legal liabilities. Any of these and other risks may harm our business. We cannot assure you that any acquisition will not have a material adverse impact on our financial condition and results of operations.

With respect to acquisitions, we may face challenges in consolidating functions and integrating management procedures, personnel and operations in an efficient and effective manner, which if not managed as projected, could negatively impact our business. Some of these challenges included increased demands on management related to the significant increase in the size and diversity of our business after the acquisition, the dedication of management’s attention to implement our strategies for the business, the retention and integration of key employees, determining aspects of the acquired business that were to be kept separate and distinct from our other businesses, and difficulties in assimilating corporate culture and practices into ours.

We have outstanding debt, which could have important negative consequences to us, including making it difficult for us to satisfy all of our obligations in the event we experience financial difficulties.

As of January 28, 2017, we had approximately $106.6 million of debt outstanding as compared to approximately $134.3 million as of January 30, 2016 (excluding amounts outstanding under our letter of credit facility). Our indebtedness could have important consequences, including:

 

    making it more difficult for us to satisfy our obligations with respect to our senior subordinated notes,

 

    increasing our vulnerability to adverse general economic and industry conditions, as we are required to devote a proportionally greater amount of our cash flow to paying principal and interest on our debt,

 

    limiting our ability to obtain additional financing to fund large capital expenditures, acquisitions and other general corporate requirements,

 

    requiring us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to payments on our indebtedness, thereby reducing the availability of our cash flow to fund capital expenditures or other general corporate purposes,

 

    increasing our vulnerability to adverse changes in governmental regulations,

 

    limiting our flexibility in planning for, or reacting to, changes in our business and the industry in which we operate, and

 

    placing us at a competitive disadvantage compared to our less leveraged competitors during periods in which we experience lower earnings and cash flow.

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indebtedness when necessary. Each of these factors is, to a large extent, dependent on general economic, financial, competitive, legislative, regulatory and other factors beyond our control. If, in the future, we cannot generate sufficient cash from operations to make scheduled payments on our indebtedness or to meet our liquidity needs or other obligations, we will need to refinance our existing debt, obtain additional financing or sell assets. If we are unable to do so, we cannot assure you that we will be able otherwise to renegotiate or refinance any of our debt, or obtain additional debt, on commercially reasonable terms or at all. We cannot assure you that our business will generate cash flow, or that we will be able to obtain funding sufficient to satisfy our debt service requirements.

Our profitability may decline as a result of increasing pressure on margins.

The apparel industry is subject to significant pricing pressure caused by many factors, including intense competition, consolidation in the retail industry, pressure from retailers to reduce the costs of products and changes in consumer spending patterns. These factors may cause us to reduce our sales prices to retailers and consumers, which could cause our gross margin to decline if we are unable to appropriately manage inventory levels and/or reduce our operating costs. If we fail to adequately manage our product costs or operating expenses, our profitability will decline. This could have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, liquidity and financial condition.

Our ability to conduct business in international markets may be affected by legal, regulatory, political and economic risks.

Our ability to capitalize on growth in new international markets and to maintain the current level of operations in our existing international markets is subject to risks associated with international operations. These include:

 

    the burdens of complying with a variety of foreign laws and regulations,

 

    compliance with U.S. and other country laws relating to foreign operations, including U.S. and foreign anti-corruption laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, which prohibits U.S. companies from making improper payments to foreign officials for the purpose of obtaining or retaining business,

 

    unexpected changes in regulatory requirements,

 

    new tariffs or other barriers in some international markets,

 

    political instability and terrorist attacks,

 

    changes in diplomatic and trade relationships, and

 

    general economic fluctuations in specific countries or markets.

We cannot predict whether quotas, duties, taxes, or other similar restrictions will be imposed by the United States, the European Union, countries in Asia, or other countries upon the import or export of our products in the future, or what effect any of these actions would have on our business, financial condition or results of operations. Changes in regulatory, geopolitical, social or economic policies and other factors may have a material adverse effect on our business in the future or may require us to significantly modify our current business practices.

The United Kingdom’s June 23, 2016, referendum, in which voters approved its exit from the European Union (commonly referred to as “Brexit”), has created economic uncertainty and volatility in currency exchange rates, and the potential adverse effects of changes to the legal and regulatory framework that apply to the United Kingdom and its relationship with the European Union, and the associated effects on our European operations, are unknown. If any of these or other factors make the conduct of business in a particular country undesirable or impractical, our business may be materially impacted.

 

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In addition, the new U.S. administration has publicly supported potential trade proposals, including import tariffs, modifications to international trade policy, and other changes that may affect U.S. trade relations with other countries, any of which may require us to significantly modify our current business practices or may otherwise materially impact our business.

We operate in a highly competitive and fragmented industry and our failure to successfully compete could result in a loss of one or more significant customers.

The apparel industry is highly competitive and fragmented. Our competitors include numerous apparel designers, manufacturers, importers and licensors, many of which have greater financial and marketing resources than us. We believe that the principal competitive factors in the apparel industry are:

 

    brand name and brand identity,

 

    timeliness, reliability and quality of services provided,

 

    market share and visibility,

 

    the ability to obtain sufficient retail floor space,

 

    price, and

 

    the ability to anticipate customer and consumer demands and maintain appeal of products to customers.

The level of competition and the nature of our competitors varies by product segment with low-margin, mass-market manufacturers being our main competitors in the less expensive segment of the market and U.S. and foreign designers and licensors competing with us in the more upscale segment of the market. If we do not maintain our brand names and identities and continue to provide high quality and reliable services on a timely basis at competitive prices, we may not be able to continue to successfully compete in our industry. If we are unable to compete successfully, we could lose one or more of our significant customers, which, if not replaced, could negatively impact our sales and financial performance.

Our balance sheet includes intangible assets. A decline in the estimated fair value of an intangible asset or of a reporting unit could result in an impairment charge recorded in our operating results, which could be material.

Indefinite-lived intangible assets are tested for impairment annually and between annual tests if an event occurs or circumstances change that would indicate the carrying amount may be impaired. Also, we review our amortizable intangible assets for impairment if an event occurs or circumstances change that would indicate the carrying amount may not be recoverable. If the carrying value of an intangible asset were to exceed its fair value, the asset would be written down to its fair value, with the impairment charge recognized as a noncash expense in our operating results. Adverse changes in future market conditions or weaker operating results compared to our expectations may impact our projected cash flows and estimates of weighted average cost of capital, which could result in a potentially material impairment charge if we are unable to recover the carrying value of our intangible assets.

Our success depends upon the continued protection of our trademarks and other intellectual property rights.

Our registered and common law trademarks, as well as certain of our licensed trademarks, have significant value and are instrumental to our ability to market our products. Our failure to successfully protect our intellectual property rights, or the substantial costs that we may incur in doing so, may have an adverse effect on our operations.

 

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We may have additional tax liabilities.

We are subject to income taxes in the United States and many foreign jurisdictions. In addition to judgments associated with valuation accounts, our current tax provision can be affected by our mix of income and identification or resolution of uncertain tax positions. Because income from domestic and international sources may be taxed at different rates, the shift in mix during a year or over years can cause the effective tax rate to change. We regularly are under audit by tax authorities. Although we believe our tax estimates are reasonable, the final determination of our tax liabilities as a result of tax audits and any related litigation could be materially different from our historical income tax provisions and accruals. The results of an audit or litigation could have a material effect on our financial position, results of operations, or cash flows in the period or periods for which that determination is made. In addition, there have been proposals to reform U.S. tax laws that would significantly impact how U.S. multinational corporations are taxed on foreign earnings. We earn a portion of our income in foreign countries. Although we cannot predict whether or in what form this proposed legislation will pass, if enacted it could have a material adverse impact on our tax expense and cash flow.

In addition, in the United States, a number of proposals for broad reform of the corporate tax system are under evaluation by various legislative and administrative bodies, including a border-adjustment tax, other increased taxes on imports, and a limit on the ability to defer U.S. taxation on earnings outside the United States until those earnings are repatriated to the United States. Although it is not possible to accurately determine or predict at this time whether, when or to what extent new U.S. federal tax laws, regulations, interpretations, or rulings will be issued, or the overall effect of any such changes on effective tax rate, changes such as these may have a material adverse impact on our financial condition, results of operations or cash flows.

We depend on certain key personnel the loss of which could negatively impact our ability to manage our business.

Our future success depends to a significant extent on retaining the services of certain executive officers and directors. The loss of the services of any of our key members of management could have a material adverse effect on our ability to manage our business. Our continued success is dependent upon our ability to attract and retain qualified management and operational personnel to support our future growth. Our inability to do so may have a significant negative impact on our ability to manage our business.

We rely significantly on the use of information technology. Cybersecurity risks - any technology failures causing a material disruption to operational technology or cyber-attacks on our systems affecting our ability to protect the integrity and security of customer and employee information could harm our reputation and/or could disrupt our operations and negatively impact our business.

We increasingly rely on information technology systems to process, transmit and store electronic information. A significant portion of the communication between personnel, customers and suppliers depends on information technology. We use information technology systems and networks in our operations and supporting departments such as marketing, accounting, finance, and human resources. The future success and growth of our business depend on streamlined processes made available through information systems, global communications, internet activity and other network processes.

Like most companies, despite our current security measures, our information technology systems, and those of our third-party service providers, may be vulnerable to information security breaches, acts of vandalism, computer viruses and interruption or loss of valuable business data. Stored data might be improperly accessed due to a variety of events beyond our control, including, but not limited to, natural disasters, terrorist attacks, telecommunications failures, computer viruses, hackers and other security issues. We have technology security initiatives and disaster recovery plans in place to mitigate our risk to these vulnerabilities, but these measures may not be adequate or implemented properly to ensure that our operations are not disrupted or that data security breaches do not occur. Any disruption to these systems or networks could result in product fulfillment delays, key personnel being unable to perform duties or communicate throughout the organization, loss of retail and internet sales, significant costs for data restoration and other adverse impacts on our business and reputation.

Hackers and data thieves are increasingly sophisticated and operate large-scale and complex automated attacks. Any breach of our network may result in the loss of valuable business data, misappropriation of our consumers’ or employees’ personal information, or a disruption of our business. Despite our existing security

 

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procedures and controls, if our network was compromised, it could give rise to unwanted media attention, materially damage our customer relationships, harm our business, reputation, results of operations, cash flows and financial condition, result in fines or lawsuits, and may increase the costs we incur to protect against such information security breaches, such as increased investment in technology, the costs of compliance with consumer protection laws and costs resulting from consumer fraud.

 

Item 1B. Unresolved Staff Comments

None.

 

Item 2. Properties

Properties

The general location, use, ownership status, approximate size, and lease expiration dates of the principle properties which we currently occupy are set forth below:

 

Location

  

Use

   Lease
Expiration
  

Ownership

Status

   Approximate
Area in
Square Feet
 

Miami, Florida

   Principal Executive and Administrative Offices; Warehouse and Distribution Facility    N/A    Owned      240,000  

Miami, Florida

   Administrative Functions    2019    Leased      16,000  

Seneca, South Carolina

   Distribution Center    N/A    Owned      345,000  

Tampa, Florida

   Distribution Center    N/A    Owned      305,000  

New York, New York

   Office, Design and Showrooms    2023 through 2028    Leased      135,150  

Portland, Oregon

   Office Space    2021    Leased      19,420  

Commerce, California

   Office Space    2017    Leased      39,400  

Witham and London, UK

   Distribution and Administrative Functions    2023    Leased      67,100  

In addition, we lease:

 

    locations in Texas and Wisconsin totaling approximately 7,600 square feet of office space and showrooms,

 

    71 retail stores, comprising approximately 179,000 square feet of selling space in the United States and United Kingdom, and

 

    several locations internationally totaling approximately 63,000 square feet of offices.

Our principal executive and administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility is encumbered by a $21.6 million mortgage, which loan is due on November 22, 2026. The facility in Tampa, Florida is encumbered by a $13.1 million mortgage, which loan is due on November 22, 2026.

 

Item 3. Legal Proceedings

The Company is, from time to time, a party to litigation that arises in the normal course of its business operations. The Company is not presently a party to any litigation that it believes might have a material adverse effect on its business operations.

 

Item 4. Mine Safety Disclosures

Not applicable.

 

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PART II

 

Item 5. Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

 

(a) Market Information

Our common stock is currently listed for trading on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol “PERY” and was previously listed for trading on the Nasdaq Global Market (formerly the Nasdaq National Market) under the symbol “PERY” since June 1999. Prior to that date, our trading symbol was “SUPI” based upon our former name, Supreme International Corporation. The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, the range of high and low per share bids of our common stock as reported by the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Such quotations represent inter-dealer prices, without retail mark-up, mark-down or commission and may not necessarily represent actual transactions.

 

     High      Low  

Fiscal Year 2017

     

First Quarter

   $ 20.08      $ 15.73  

Second Quarter

     22.71        16.24  

Third Quarter

     21.73        18.06  

Fourth Quarter

     29.00        17.14  

Fiscal Year 2016

     

First Quarter

   $ 26.08      $ 21.50  

Second Quarter

     28.19        23.05  

Third Quarter

     25.55        20.70  

Fourth Quarter

     22.12        16.47  

 

(b) Holders

As of April 4, 2017, there were approximately 300 registered shareholders of record of our common stock. We believe the number of beneficial owners of our common stock is in excess of 5,000.

 

(c) Dividends

Not applicable.

 

(d) Securities Authorized for Issuance under Equity Compensation Plans

Equity Compensation Plan Information for Fiscal 2017

The following table summarizes as of January 28, 2017, the shares of our common stock subject to outstanding awards or available for future awards under our equity compensation plans.

 

Plan Category

   Number of shares
to be issued upon
exercise of
outstanding
options,
and rights
     Weighted-
average
exercise price
of outstanding
options,
and
rights
     Number of shares
remaining available
for future issuance
under equity
compensation plans
(excluding shares
reflected in the first
column)
 

Equity compensation plans approved by security holders (1)

     373,838      $ 23.70        654,481  

 

(1) Represents awards made pursuant to our 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan.

 

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(e) Performance Graph

The following graph compares the cumulative total shareholder return on our common stock with the cumulative total shareholder return on the Nasdaq Composite and the S&P Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods Index commencing on January 30, 2012 and ending on January 28, 2017. The graph assumes that $100 was invested on January 30, 2012 in our common stock or in the Nasdaq Composite Index and the S&P Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods Index, and that all dividends are reinvested. Past performance is not necessarily indicative of future performance.

 

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          INDEXED RETURNS  
     Base    Years Ending  
     Period                                   

Company / Index

   Jan 12    Jan 13      Jan 14      Jan 15      Jan 16      Jan 17  

Perry Ellis International, Inc.

   100      130.42        105.89        161.57        128.46        158.80  

NASDAQ Composite

   100      113.13        149.71        171.11        172.32        214.07  

S&P Apparel, Accessories & Luxury Goods

   100      93.18        106.33        110.24        92.37        78.69  

 

(f) Sales of Unregistered Securities

Not Applicable.

 

(g) Purchase of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers.

 

Period

   Total Number of
Shares Purchased
    Average
Price Paid
per Share
     Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of Publicly
Announced Plans
or Programs
     Maximum
Approximate Dollar
Value that May Yet
Be Purchased under
the Plans or
Programs
 

January 1, 2017 to January 28, 2017

     282  (1)    $ 24.28        —        $ 9,215,045  

 

(1) Represents shares withheld to pay statutory income taxes resulting from vesting of restricted shares.

 

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Item 6. Selected Financial Data

Summary Historical Financial Information

(Amounts in thousands, except for per share data)

The following selected financial data is qualified by reference to, and should be read in conjunction with, the Consolidated Financial Statements of Perry Ellis and related Footnotes thereto included in Item 8 of this report and “Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.”

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,     February 1,     February 2,  

Fiscal Years Ended

   2017     2016     2015     2014     2013  

Income Statement Data:

          

Net sales

   $ 825,086     $ 864,806     $ 858,237     $ 882,573     $ 942,451  

Royalty income

     36,000       34,709       31,735       29,651       27,102  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

     861,086       899,515       889,972       912,224       969,553  

Cost of sales

     542,578       580,448       586,968       609,436       652,352  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     318,508       319,067       303,004       302,788       317,201  

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     280,019       275,863       268,783       272,716       263,854  

Depreciation and amortization

     14,542       13,693       12,198       12,626       13,896  

Impairment on assets

     1,451       20,604       —         35,205       3,516  

Impairment on goodwill

     —         6,022       —         7,772       —    

Gain on sale of long-lived assets

     —         3,779       885       6,162       410  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income (loss)

     22,496       6,664       22,908       (19,369     36,345  

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     195       5,121       —         —         —    

Interest expense

     7,395       9,267       14,291       15,025       14,836  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss) before income taxes

     14,906       (7,724     8,617       (34,394     21,509  

Income tax provision (benefit)

     389       (432     45,792       (11,615     6,708  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517     $ (7,292   $ (37,175   $ (22,779   $ 14,801  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss)per share:

          

Basic

   $ 0.97     $ (0.49   $ (2.50   $ (1.52   $ 1.01  

Diluted

   $ 0.95     $ (0.49   $ (2.50   $ (1.52   $ 0.97  

Weighted average number of shares outstanding

          

Basic

     14,936       14,968       14,856       14,988       14,715  

Diluted

     15,215       14,968       14,856       14,988       15,315  

Other Financial Data:

          

EBITDA (a)

   $ 37,038     $ 20,357     $ 35,106     $ (6,743   $ 50,241  

EBITDA margin (b)

     4.3     2.3     3.9     (0.7 %)      5.2

Cash flows from operations

     42,294       30,165       55,143       220       76,981  

Cash flows from investing

     (14,173     2,987       (21,147     (27,354     (8,908

Cash flows from financing

     (29,499     (45,441     (17,785     (588     (37,085

Capital expenditures

     (13,719     (17,170     (16,918     (22,246     (10,740

Balance Sheet Data (at year end):

          

Working capital

   $ 223,352     $ 218,757     $ 240,170     $ 278,197     $ 273,773  

Total assets (d)

     592,705       621,975       683,142       704,444       760,395  

Total debt (c)(d)

     106,705       133,850       171,053       179,584       172,648  

Total stockholders’ equity

     313,687       291,481       302,017       347,533       371,240  

 

a)

EBITDA represents earnings before interest expense, cost on early extinguishment of debt, depreciation and amortization, and income taxes as outlined below in tabular format. EBITDA is not a measurement of financial performance under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and does not represent cash flow from operations. EBITDA is presented solely as a supplemental

 

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  disclosure because we believe that it is a common measure of operating performance in the apparel industry. The following provides a reconciliation of net income (loss) to EBITDA:

 

     January 28,      January 30,     January 31,     February 1,     February 2,  

Fiscal Years Ended

   2017      2016     2015     2014     2013  
     (in thousands)  

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517      $ (7,292   $ (37,175   $ (22,779   $ 14,801  

Depreciation and amortization

     14,542        13,693       12,198       12,626       13,896  

Interest expense

     7,395        9,267       14,291       15,025       14,836  

Income tax provision (benefit)

     389        (432     45,792       (11,615     6,708  

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     195        5,121       —         —         —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

EBITDA

   $ 37,038      $ 20,357     $ 35,106     $ (6,743   $ 50,241  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

b) EBITDA margin represents EBITDA as a percentage of total revenues. EBITDA margin as a percentage of revenue is presented solely as a supplemental disclosure because we believe that it is a common measure of operating performance in the apparel industry. The following provides a reconciliation of gross profit to EBITDA margin as a percentage of revenue:

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,     February 1,     February 2,  

Fiscal Years Ended

   2017     2016     2015     2014     2013  
     (in thousands)  

Gross profit

   $ 318,508     $ 319,067     $ 303,004     $ 302,788     $ 317,201  

Less:

          

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     280,019       275,863       268,783       272,716       263,854  

Impairment on assets

     1,451       20,604       —         35,205       3,516  

Impairment of goodwill

     —         6,022       —         7,772       —    

Plus:

          

Gain on sale of long-lived assets

     —         3,779       885       6,162       410  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

EBITDA

   $ 37,038     $ 20,357     $ 35,106     $ (6,743   $ 50,241  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenue

   $ 861,086     $ 899,515     $ 889,972     $ 912,224     $ 969,553  

EBITDA margin as a percentage of revenue

     4.3     2.3     3.9     -0.7     5.2

 

c) Total debt includes balances outstanding under Perry Ellis International’s senior credit facility, senior subordinated notes payable, real estate mortgages, and lease payable-long term.
d) Because of the adoption of ASU 2015-03, total assets and total debt have each been reduced by $0.5 million, $1.8 million, $2.3 million, and $2.7 million for fiscal years 2016, 2015, 2014, and 2013, respectively.

 

Item 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

We sell our products under our owned global brands, licensed brands and private retailer labels. Our owned brands include the global designer lifestyle brand, Perry Ellis and Original Penguin by Munsingwear (“Original Penguin”) as well as Ben Hogan, Cubavera, Farah, Grand Slam, Jantzen, Laundry by Shelli Segal, Rafaella and Savane. We license the Callaway Golf brand, PGA TOUR brand, and the Jack Nicklaus brand for golf apparel, the Jag brand for swimwear and cover-ups, and the Nike brand for swimwear and accessories.

We have four reportable segments – Men’s Sportswear and Swim, Women’s Sportswear, Direct-to-Consumer, and Licensing – and we have a strategically diversified global distribution network focused on leading department stores, company-operated retail stores, specialty stores and select licensing partners. We distribute our products primarily to wholesale customers that represent all major levels of retail distribution including department stores, national and regional chain stores, mass merchants, specialty stores, sporting goods stores, the corporate wear market, e-commerce, as well as clubs and independent retailers, in North America and Europe. Our largest customers include Walmart, which includes Sam’s, The Marmaxx Group, Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Kohl’s.

We also distribute through our own retail stores. As of April 1, 2017, we operated 38 Perry Ellis, 14 Original Penguin and two multi-brand retail outlet stores located primarily in upscale retail outlet malls across the United States, United Kingdom and Puerto Rico. As of April 1, 2017, we also operated two Perry Ellis, two Cubavera, 12 Original Penguin and one multi-brand full price retail stores located in upscale demographic markets in the United States and United Kingdom. In addition, we leverage our design, sourcing and logistics expertise by offering a limited number of private label programs to retailers.

 

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In fiscal 2017, our Men’s Sportswear and Swim segment, which is comprised of men’s sportswear, swimwear and accessories, accounted for 73% of our total revenues, our Women’s Sportswear segment accounted for 12% of our total revenues, our Direct-to-Consumer segment, which is comprised of retail and e-commerce, accounted for 11% of our total revenues and our licensing segment accounted for approximately 4% of our total revenues. Finally, our U.S. based business represented approximately 87% of total revenues, while our foreign operations represented 13% of total revenues for fiscal 2017.

The revenue generated through our licensing business, in which we license to third parties certain trademarks for production, sales and/or distribution through geographic licensing arrangements, is a significant contributor to our operating income and our arrangements heighten the overall awareness of our brands without requiring us to make capital investments or incur additional operating expenses. As of fiscal 2017, we licensed our brands through five worldwide, 63 domestic and 93 international license agreements in over 150 countries

Our products have historically been geared towards lighter weight apparel generally worn during the spring and summer months. We believe that this seasonality has been reduced with the strengthening of our fall, winter, and holiday merchandise. Our swimwear business, however, is highly seasonal in nature, with the significant majority of our sales occurring in our first and fourth quarters. Seasonality can be affected by a variety of factors, including the mix of advance and fill-in orders, the amount of sales to different distribution channels, and overall product mix among traditional merchandise, fashion merchandise and swimwear. Our higher-priced products generally tend to be less sensitive to economic and weather conditions.

We believe that our future growth will come as a result of organic growth from our continued emphasis on our existing brands; new and expanded product lines; domestic and international licensing opportunities; international, direct retail and e-commerce opportunities and selective acquisitions and opportunities that fit strategically with our business model. Our future results may be impacted by risks and trends set forth in “Item 1A. Risk Factors” and elsewhere in this report.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

See Footnotes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” for recent accounting pronouncements.

Critical Accounting Policies

Included in the footnotes to the consolidated financial statements in this report is a summary of all significant accounting policies used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements. We follow the accounting methods and practices as required by accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“GAAP”). In particular, our critical accounting policies and areas in which we use judgment are revenue recognition, the estimated collectability of accounts receivable, the recoverability of obsolete or overstocked inventory, the impairment of assets that are our trademarks and goodwill, the recoverability of deferred tax assets and the measurement of retirement related benefits.

Revenue Recognition. Sales are recognized at the time legal title to the product passes to the customer, generally FOB Perry Ellis’ distribution facilities, net of trade allowances, discounts, estimated returns and other allowances, considering historical and anticipated trends. Revenues are recorded net of corresponding sales taxes. Retail store revenue is recognized net of estimated returns and corresponding sales tax at the time of sale to consumers. Royalty income is recognized when earned on the basis of the terms specified in the underlying contractual agreements.

Accounts Receivable. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts receivable and an allowance for estimated trade discounts, co-op advertising, allowances provided to retail customers to flow goods through the retail channel, and losses resulting from the inability of our retail customers to make required payments considering historical and anticipated trends. Management reviews these allowances and considers the aging of account balances, historical experience, changes in customer creditworthiness, current economic and product trends, customer payment activity and other relevant factors. A small portion of our accounts receivable are insured for collections. Should any of these factors change, the estimates made by management may also change, which could affect the level of future provisions.

 

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Inventories. Our inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market value. Estimates and judgment are required in determining what items to stock and at what levels, and what items to discontinue and how to value them. We evaluate all of our inventory style-size-color stock keeping units, or SKUs, to determine excess or slow-moving SKUs based on orders on hand and projections of future demand and market conditions. For those units in inventory that are so identified, we estimate their market value or net sales value based on current realization trends. If the projected net sales value is less than cost, on an individual SKU basis, we write down inventory to reflect the lower value. This methodology recognizes projected inventory losses at the time such losses are evident rather than at the time goods are actually sold.

Intangible Assets. We review our intangible assets with indefinite useful lives for possible impairments at least annually and perform impairment testing during the fourth quarter of each year by among other things, obtaining independent third party valuations. We evaluate the “fair value” of our identifiable intangible assets for purposes of recognition and measurement of impairment losses. Evaluating indefinite useful life assets for impairment involves certain judgments and estimates, including the interpretation of current economic indicators and market valuations, our strategic plans with regard to our operations, historical and anticipated performance of our operations and other factors. If we incorrectly anticipate these trends or unexpected events occur, our results of operations could be materially affected. We estimate the fair value of the trademarks based on the application of (1) the relief from royalty method for our wholesale business and (2) the yield capitalization method for our licensing business. The combination of these two values represents the total value of each of the trademarks to the Company. The cash flow models we use to estimate the fair values of our trademarks involve several assumptions. Changes in these assumptions could materially impact our fair value estimates. Assumptions critical to the fair value estimates are: (i) discount rates used to derive the present value factors used in determining the fair value of the trademarks; (ii) royalty rates used in the trademark valuations; (iii) projected revenue and expense growth rates; and (iv) projected long-term growth rates used in the derivation of terminal year values. These and other assumptions are impacted by economic conditions and expectations of management and could change in the future based on period-specific facts and circumstances. We base our fair value estimates on assumptions we believe to be reasonable, but which are unpredictable and inherently uncertain.

Goodwill. Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the value assigned to tangible and identifiable intangible assets of businesses acquired and accounted for under the acquisition method. We review goodwill at least annually for possible impairment during the fourth quarter of each year using a discounted cash flow analysis that requires that certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding industry economic factors and future profitability and cash flows. Evaluating goodwill for impairment involves certain judgments and estimates, including the interpretation of current economic indicators and market valuations, our strategic plans with regard to our operations, historical and anticipated performance of our operations and other factors. If we incorrectly anticipate these trends or unexpected events occur, our results of operations could be materially affected. Assumptions critical to the fair value estimates are: (i) discount rates used to derive the present value factors used in determining the fair value of each reporting unit; (ii) projected revenue and expense growth rates; and (iii) projected long-term growth rates used in the derivation of terminal year values. Adverse changes in these assumptions could materially impact our fair value estimates and result in additional goodwill impairments. The goodwill impairment test is a two-step process that requires us to make decisions in determining appropriate assumptions to use in the calculation. The first step consists of estimating the fair value of each reporting unit and comparing those estimated fair values with the carrying values, which include the allocated goodwill. If the estimated fair value is less than the carrying value, a second step is performed to compute the amount of the impairment, if any, by determining an “implied fair value” of goodwill. The determination of each reporting unit’s implied fair value of goodwill requires us to allocate the estimated fair value of the reporting unit to its assets and liabilities. Any unallocated fair value represents the implied fair value of goodwill, which is compared to its corresponding carrying amount.

Deferred Taxes. We account for income taxes under the liability method. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized based on the differences between the financial statement and tax basis of assets and liabilities using presently enacted tax rates. The ultimate realization of the deferred tax assets is assessed based upon all available positive and negative evidence, including future reversals of existing taxable temporary

 

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differences, projected future taxable income, tax planning strategies and recent financial operations. A valuation allowance is recorded, if required, to reduce deferred tax assets to the portion that is expected to more likely than not be realized.

The ultimate realization of the deferred tax assets, related to net operating losses, is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income during the periods prior to their expiration. If our estimates and assumptions about future taxable income are not appropriate, the value of our deferred tax asset may not be recoverable, and may result in an increase to our valuation allowance that will impact current earnings.

It is our policy to provide for uncertain tax positions and the related interest and penalties based upon management’s assessment of whether a tax benefit is more likely than not to be sustained upon examination by tax authorities. To the extent that we prevail in matters for which a liability for an unrecognized tax benefit is established or are required to pay amounts in excess of the liability, our effective tax rate in a given financial statement period may be affected.

In addition to judgments associated with valuation accounts, our current tax provision can be affected by our mix of income and identification or resolution of uncertain tax positions. Because income from domestic and international sources may be taxed at different rates, the shift in mix during a year or over years can cause the effective tax rate to change.

Retirement-Related Benefits. The pension obligations related to our defined benefit pension plans are developed from actuarial valuations. Inherent in these valuations are key assumptions, including the discount rate, expected return of plan assets, future compensation increases, and other factors, which are updated on an annual basis. Management is required to consider current market conditions, including changes in interest rates, in making these assumptions. Actual results that differ from the assumptions are accumulated and amortized over future periods, and therefore, generally affect the recognized pension expense or benefit and our pension obligation in future periods. The fair value of plan assets is based on the performance of the financial markets, particularly the equity markets. Therefore, the market value of the plan assets can change dramatically in a relatively short period of time. Additionally, the measurement of the plan’s benefit obligation is highly sensitive to changes in interest rates. As a result, if the equity market declines and/or interest rates decrease, the plan’s estimated accumulated benefit obligation could exceed the fair value of the plan assets and therefore, we would be required to establish an additional minimum liability, which would result in a reduction in shareholders’ equity for the amount of the shortfall.

 

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Our Results of Operations for Fiscal 2017

The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated selected items in our consolidated statements of operations expressed as a percentage of total revenues:

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  

Fiscal Years Ended

   2017     2016     2015  

Net sales

     95.8     96.1     96.4

Royalty income

     4.2     3.9     3.6
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

     100.0     100.0     100.0

Cost of sales

     63.0     64.5     66.0
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     37.0     35.5     34.0

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     32.5     30.7     30.2

Depreciation and amortization

     1.7     1.5     1.4

Impairment on long-lived assets

     0.2     2.3     0.0

Impairment of goodwill

     0.0     0.7     0.0

Gain on sale of long-lived assets

     0.0     0.4     0.1
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income

     2.6     0.7     2.5

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     0.0     0.6     0.0

Interest expense

     0.9     1.0     1.6
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss) before income taxes

     1.7     -0.9     0.9

Income tax provision (benefit)

     0.0     -0.05     5.1
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

     1.7     -0.8     -4.2
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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The following table sets forth, for the periods indicated, selected financial data expressed by segments and includes a reconciliation of EBITDA to operating income by segment, the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure:

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
     2017     2016     2015  
     (in thousands)  

Revenues by segment:

      

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 625,115     $ 640,600     $ 635,182  

Women’s Sportswear

     107,784       127,692       130,852  

Direct-to-Consumer

     92,187       96,514       92,203  

Licensing

     36,000       34,709       31,735  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

   $ 861,086     $ 899,515     $ 889,972  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
     2017     2016     2015  
     (in thousands)  

Reconciliation of operating income to EBITDA

  

Operating income by segment:

      

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 14,708     $ 20,068     $ 3,847  

Women’s Sportswear

     (6,904     (9,248     859  

Direct-to-Consumer

     (13,913     (11,805     (6,675

Licensing

     28,605       7,649       24,877  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total operating income

   $ 22,496     $ 6,664     $ 22,908  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Add:

      

Depreciation and amortization

      

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 7,633     $ 7,375     $ 6,627  

Women’s Sportswear

     3,066       2,250       1,903  

Direct-to-Consumer

     3,608       3,884       3,519  

Licensing

     235       184       149  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total depreciation and amortization

   $ 14,542     $ 13,693     $ 12,198  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

EBITDA by segment:

      

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 22,341     $ 27,443     $ 10,474  

Women’s Sportswear

     (3,838     (6,998     2,762  

Direct-to-Consumer

     (10,305     (7,921     (3,156

Licensing

     28,840       7,833       25,026  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total EBITDA

   $ 37,038     $ 20,357     $ 35,106  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

EBITDA margin by segment

      

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

     3.6     4.3     1.6

Women’s Sportswear

     (3.6 %)      (5.5 %)      2.1

Direct-to-Consumer

     (11.2 %)      (8.2 %)      (3.4 %) 

Licensing

     80.1     22.6     78.9

Total EBITDA margin

     4.3     2.3     3.9

EBITDA consists of earnings before interest, cost on early extinguishment of debt, depreciation and amortization, and income taxes. EBITDA is not a measurement of financial performance under accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and does not represent cash flow from operations. The most directly comparable GAAP financial measure, presented above, is operating income by segment. EBITDA and EBITDA margin by segment are presented solely as a supplemental disclosure because management believes that they are a common measure of operating performance in the apparel industry.

The following is a discussion of our results of operations for the fiscal year ended January 28, 2017 (“fiscal 2017”) as compared with the fiscal year ended fiscal year ended January 30, 2016 (“fiscal 2016”) and fiscal 2016 as compared with the fiscal year ended January 31, 2015 (“fiscal 2015”).

 

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Our fiscal 2017 results as compared to our fiscal 2016 results

Net sales. Men’s Sportswear and Swim net sales in fiscal 2017 were $625.1 million, a decrease of $15.5 million, or 2.4%, from $640.6 million in fiscal 2016. The net sales decrease was attributed primarily to exited brands coupled with the negative impact in our special markets programs and foreign currency conversions, partially offset by increases in Perry Ellis collection, as well as our golf lifestyle apparel and Nike swim business.

Women’s Sportswear net sales in fiscal 2017 were $107.8 million, a decrease of $19.9 million, or 15.6%, from $127.7 million in fiscal 2016. The net sales decrease was primarily due to the sale of C&C California in the prior year, planned decreases in special markets programs and softer replenishment business across the women’s market driven by higher levels of available goods.

Direct-to-Consumer net sales in fiscal 2017 were $92.2 million, a decrease of $4.3 million, or 4.5%, from $96.5 million in fiscal 2016. The decrease was driven by the closure of ten stores during fiscal 2017, and a comparable sales decrease of 1.7%. This was partially offset by an 18% increase in ecommerce sales. We have experienced a significant decline in traffic and comparable same store sales for our retail locations that cater to a higher level of tourist activity. These doors represent close to 45% of our total store count.

Royalty income. Royalty income for fiscal 2017 was $36.0 million, an increase of $1.3 million, or 3.7%, from $34.7 million in fiscal 2016. Royalty income increases were attributed to increases in our Perry Ellis and Original Penguin brands as well as the new licenses signed during this and last year, and from our continuing initiatives to upgrade our licensing partners, partially offset by the transition of two of our licensing partners to new partnerships. Approximately 89.9% of our royalty income was attributed to guaranteed minimum royalties with the balance attributable to royalty income in excess of guaranteed minimums for fiscal 2017.

Gross profit. Gross profit was $318.5 million in fiscal 2017, a decrease of $0.6 million, or 0.2%, as compared to $319.1 million in fiscal 2016. This slight decrease is attributed to the sales decrease from our brand exits, foreign currency translations and softer replenishment business across the women’s market described above.

Gross profit margin. In fiscal 2017, gross profit margins were 37.0% as a percentage of total revenue as compared to 35.5% in fiscal 2016, an increase of 150 basis points. The increase is attributed to stronger product margins and reduced markdowns in our Perry Ellis men’s collection, golf lifestyle apparel and Nike businesses as well as an increase in royalty income and reduced cost realized through consolidation of our foreign buying offices and freight services. The increase was partially offset by unfavorable foreign currency translation.

Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses in fiscal 2017 were $280.0 million, an increase of $4.1 million, or 1.5%, from $275.9 million in fiscal 2016. The increase is attributed to expenses associated with the termination of our defined pension plan in the amount of $10 million, slightly higher incentive compensation accruals, severance costs and the acceleration of executive compensation costs in the amount of $3.7 million, partially offset by reduced costs resulting from our continued focus on the core infrastructure.

EBITDA. Men’s Sportswear and Swim EBITDA margin in fiscal 2017 decreased 70 basis points to 3.6%, from 4.3% in fiscal 2016. The EBITDA margin was unfavorably impacted by a settlement charge related to the termination of our defined benefit plan in the amount of $10 million, partially offset by the increase in gross profit and margins in our Perry Ellis men’s collection, golf lifestyle apparel and Nike businesses.

Women’s Sportswear EBITDA margin in fiscal 2017 increased 190 basis points to (3.6%), from (5.5%) in fiscal 2016. The EBITDA margin was favorably impacted by a reduction in operating expenses, partially offset by the exit of C&C California, planned decreases in special markets programs and softer replenishment business across the women’s market. As a result of these factors we were able to realize favorable leverage in selling, general and administrative expenses.

Direct-to-Consumer EBITDA margin in fiscal 2017 decreased 300 basis points to (11.2%), from (8.2%) in fiscal 2016. The EBITDA margin was unfavorably impacted by the closing of ten stores. Additionally, selling, general and administrative expenses were unfavorably impacted by increases in rent as we renewed some of our leases at higher rates.

 

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Licensing EBITDA margin in fiscal 2017 increased to 80.1%, from 22.6% in fiscal 2016. The EBITDA margin was favorably impacted by the increase in royalty income and a decrease in the direct costs associated with the licensing segment. The increase was partially offset by the sale of C&C California in the prior year described below. EBITDA margin was unfavorably impacted during fiscal 2016 by the impairment of trademarks as described below.

Depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization in fiscal 2017 was $14.5 million, an increase of $0.8 million, or 5.8%, from $13.7 million in fiscal 2016. The increase is attributed to depreciation related to our increased capital expenditures, primarily in leasehold improvements made during fiscal 2017 and 2016.

Impairment on assets and goodwill. As a result of our annual impairment analysis, during fiscal 2016, we recorded trademark and goodwill impairment charges of $18.2 million and $6.0 million, respectively, due to decreases in our projected revenues principally resulting from our internal review of brands and businesses that will be afforded a reduced focus in our forward strategy. This is a positive step as we streamline our business/brand model. Some of the impairments resulted from a decline in the future anticipated cash flows from these trademarks, which was due, in part, to the current economic challenges and market conditions in the apparel industry. There was no such impairment for fiscal 2017. In addition, during fiscal 2017 and 2016, we recorded a $1.5 million and a $2.4 million impairment charge to reduce the net carrying value of certain long-lived assets (primarily leaseholds in our direct-to-consumer segment) to their estimated fair value.

Gain (Loss) on sale of long-lived assets. During fiscal 2016, we entered into a sales agreement, in the amount of $8.2 million, for the sale of our sourcing office building located in Beijing, China. As a result of this transaction we recorded a gain in the amount of $4.5 million. Also, during fiscal 2016, we entered into an agreement to sell the intellectual property of our C&C California brand to a third party. As a result of this transaction, we recorded a loss of ($0.7) million in the licensing segment.

Cost on early extinguishment of debt. On April 6, 2015, we called for the partial redemption of $100 million of our $150 million outstanding 7 7 / 8 % Senior Subordinated Notes. The redemption terms provided for the payment of a redemption premium of 103.938% of the principal amount redeemed. On May 6, 2015, we completed the redemption of $100 million of our senior subordinated notes. We incurred debt extinguishment costs of approximately $5.1 million in connection with the redemption premium and the write-off of note issuance costs.

Interest expense. Interest expense in fiscal 2017 was $7.4 million, a decrease of $1.9 million, or 20.4%, from $9.3 million in fiscal 2016. The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in interest resulting from the partial redemption of $100 million of our senior subordinated notes during the second quarter of fiscal 2016 as well as a lower average amount borrowed on our credit facility as compared to the prior year period.

Income taxes. Our income tax (benefit) provision in fiscal 2017 was $0.4 million, a $0.8 million increase as compared to ($0.4) million in 2016. For fiscal 2017, our effective tax rate was 2.6% as compared to 5.6% for 2016. The decrease in the tax rate is primarily attributable to the benefit resulting from the termination of the Company’s pension plan during fiscal 2017. See Footnotes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” for further details regarding taxable income by jurisdiction.

Net income (loss). Our net income (loss) in fiscal 2017 was $14.5 million, an increase of $21.8 million in income, or 298.6%, as compared to net loss of ($7.3) million in fiscal 2016. The changes in operating results were due to the items described above.

Our fiscal 2016 results as compared to our fiscal 2015 results

Net sales. Men’s Sportswear and Swim net sales in fiscal 2016 were $640.6 million, an increase of $5.4 million, or 0.9%, from $635.2 million in fiscal 2015. The net sales increase was attributed primarily to increases in the Perry Ellis and Original Penguin collections and golf lifestyle apparel, partially offset by decreases in our mid-tier sportswear as we reduced penetration of our exclusive branded products.

 

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Women’s Sportswear net sales in fiscal 2016 were $127.7 million, a decrease of $3.2 million, or 2.4%, from $130.9 million in fiscal 2015. The net sales decrease was primarily due to the sale of C&C California in the first quarter of fiscal 2016. The net sales decrease was partially offset by increases in our contemporary Laundry by Shelli Segal dresses and Rafaella sportswear, driven by solid performance at retail.

Direct-to-Consumer net sales in fiscal 2016 were $96.5 million, an increase of $4.3 million, or 4.7%, from $92.2 million in fiscal 2015. The increase was driven by e-commerce, which posted a 27.2% increase in comparable sales, while retail comparable same store sales were even.

Royalty income. Royalty income for fiscal 2016 was $34.7 million, an increase of $3.0 million, or 9.5%, from $31.7 million in fiscal 2015. Royalty income increases were attributed to increases in our Perry Ellis and Original Penguin businesses as well as 26 new licenses signed during fiscal 2016. Approximately 88.0% of our royalty income was attributed to guaranteed minimum royalties with the balance attributable to royalty income in excess of guaranteed minimums for fiscal 2016.

Gross profit. Gross profit was $319.1 million in fiscal 2016, an increase of $16.1 million, or 5.3%, as compared to $303.0 million in fiscal 2015. This increase is attributed to the sales mix composition described above and the factors described within the gross profit margin section below.

Gross profit margin. In fiscal 2016, gross profit margins were 35.5% as a percentage of total revenue as compared to 34.0% in fiscal 2015, an increase of 150 basis points. This increase was primarily associated with expansion across our licensing and core domestic collections; partially offset by the exit of the Elite component of our Nike licensed business, the inventory liquidation of divested C&C California, as well as the consolidation of our foreign sourcing offices. Gross margin was also positively impacted by reduced markdowns and favorable merchandising margins in domestic businesses as well as a favorable mix driven by higher margin in direct-to-consumer and licensing businesses.

Selling, general and administrative expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses in fiscal 2016 were $275.9 million, an increase of $7.1 million, or 2.6%, from $268.8 million in fiscal 2015. The increase reflects $4.4 million in fiscal 2016 related to pension costs on lump sum settlement payments on the termination of the defined benefit plan that we expect to complete during fiscal 2017. In addition, increases were realized related to the activist campaign, consolidation of our N.Y. corporate office space and sourcing office, as well as incentive plan accruals and investments in international business. These increases were partially offset by cost savings initiatives implemented during fiscal 2015 which included tighter expense control across our infrastructure.

EBITDA. Men’s Sportswear and Swim EBITDA margin in fiscal 2016 increased 270 basis points to 4.3%, from 1.6% in fiscal 2015. The EBITDA margin increase was driven principally by the expansion in gross margin in our Perry Ellis and Original Penguin collection businesses. We also realized favorable leverage in selling, general and administrative expenses, most notably in employee related expenses, which was partially offset by the planned increased infrastructure expenditures in this segment, as well as exit costs associated with the Elite component of our licensed Nike business. Additionally the segment benefited from the gain on the sale of the Beijing building as discussed below.

Women’s Sportswear EBITDA margin in fiscal 2016 decreased 760 basis points to (5.5%), from 2.1% in fiscal 2015. The EBITDA margin was unfavorably impacted by exit costs associated with C&C California. The margin was also negatively impacted by the impairment of goodwill, which is further discussed below. The decrease was partially offset by the expansion in the Rafaella collection business coupled with favorable leverage in selling, general and administrative expenses, most notably in employee expenses and other overhead.

Direct-to-Consumer EBITDA margin in fiscal 2016 decreased 480 basis points to (8.2%), from (3.4%) in fiscal 2015. The decrease was primarily due to an increase in occupancy costs attributable to renewal of leases coupled with additional costs associated with freight and professional fees. The margin was further impacted negatively by the impairment of certain leasehold improvements, which is further discussed below.

 

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Licensing EBITDA margin in fiscal 2016 decreased to 22.6%, from 78.9% in fiscal 2015. In fiscal 2016, an impairment of $18.2 million on long-lived assets was recognized. No such impairment was recognized during fiscal 2015, thus the large decrease in EBITDA margin. Additionally, we realized a loss on the sale of the C&C California brand, while in fiscal 2015 we realized a gain from the sale of the Jantzen rights as described below. These decreases were partially offset by an increase in royalty income.

Depreciation and amortization. Depreciation and amortization in fiscal 2016 was $13.7 million, an increase of $1.5 million, or 12.3%, from $12.2 million in fiscal 2015. The increase is attributed to depreciation related to our capital expenditures and leaseholds, primarily in the men’s sportswear and swim segment, as well as the direct-to-consumer segment. For fiscal 2016 we had capital expenditures of $17.2 million as compared to capital expenditures of $16.9 million in fiscal 2015.

Impairment on assets and goodwill. As a result of our annual impairment analysis, during fiscal 2016, we recorded trademark and goodwill impairment charges of $18.2 million and $6.0 million, respectively, due to decreases in our projected revenues principally resulting from our internal review of brands and businesses that will be afforded a reduced focus in our forward strategy. This is a positive step as we streamline our business/brand model. Some of the impairments resulted from a decline in the future anticipated cash flows from these trademarks, which was due, in part, to the current economic challenges and market conditions in the apparel industry. There was no such impairment for fiscal 2015. In addition, we recorded a $2.4 million impairment charge to reduce the net carrying value of certain long-lived assets (primarily leaseholds in our direct-to-consumer segment) to their estimated fair value.

Gain (Loss) on sale of long-lived assets. During fiscal 2016, we entered into a sales agreement, in the amount of $8.2 million, for the sale of our sourcing office building located in Beijing, China. As a result of this transaction we recorded a gain in the amount of $4.5 million. Also during fiscal 2016, we entered into an agreement to sell the intellectual property of our C&C California brand to a third party. As a result of this transaction, we recorded a loss of ($0.7) million in the licensing segment.

During fiscal 2015, we entered into a sales agreement, in the amount of $1.3 million, for the sale of Australian, Fiji and New Zealand trademark rights with respect to Jantzen. Payments on the purchase price are due in five installments of $250,000 over a five year period. Interest on the purchase price that remains unpaid will accrue at a rate of 3.5% per annum calculated on an annual basis. As a result of this transaction, we recorded a gain of $0.9 million in the licensing segment.

Cost on early extinguishment of debt. On April 6, 2015, we called for the partial redemption of $100 million of our $150 million outstanding 7 7 / 8 % Senior Subordinated Notes. The redemption terms provided for the payment of a redemption premium of 103.938% of the principal amount redeemed. On May 6, 2015, we completed the redemption of $100 million of our senior subordinated notes. We incurred debt extinguishment costs of approximately $5.1 million in connection with the redemption premium and the write-off of note issuance costs.

Interest expense. Interest expense in 2016 was $9.3 million, a decrease of $5.0 million, or 35.0%, from $14.3 million in fiscal 2015. The decrease was primarily attributable to a decrease in interest resulting from the partial redemption of $100 million of our senior subordinated notes. This decrease was partially offset by a higher average amount borrowed on our credit facility as compared to the comparable period of the prior year. The increase in the credit facility was due to its use for the redemption of the notes as discussed above.

Income taxes. Our income tax (benefit) provision in fiscal 2016 was ($0.4) million, a $46.2 million decrease as compared to $45.8 million in 2015. For fiscal 2016, our effective tax rate was 5.6% as compared to 531.4% for 2015. The decrease in the tax rate is primarily attributed to the establishment of the valuation allowance against our domestic deferred tax assets which occurred during fiscal 2015. See Footnotes to the Consolidated Financial Statements in “Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” for further details regarding taxable income by jurisdiction.

Net loss. Our net loss in fiscal 2016 was ($7.3) million, a reduction in loss of $29.9 million in income, or 80.4%, as compared to a net loss of ($37.2) million in fiscal 2015. The changes in operating results were due to the items described above.

 

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Our Liquidity and Capital Resources

We rely principally on cash flow from operations and borrowings under our senior credit facility to finance our operations, acquisitions, and capital expenditures. We believe that our working capital requirements will increase slightly for next year as we continue to expand internationally. As of January 28, 2017, our total working capital was $223.4 million as compared to $218.8 million as of January 30, 2016. We believe that our cash flows from operations and availability under our senior credit facility and remaining letter of credit facility are sufficient to meet our working capital needs and capital expenditure needs over the next year.

We consider the undistributed earnings of our foreign subsidiaries as of January 28, 2017, to be indefinitely reinvested and, accordingly, no U.S. income taxes have been provided thereon. As of January 28, 2017, the amount of cash and short-term investments associated with indefinitely reinvested foreign earnings was approximately $39.0 million. We have not, nor do we anticipate the need to, repatriate funds to the United States to satisfy domestic liquidity needs arising in the ordinary course of business, including liquidity needs associated with our domestic debt service requirements.

Net cash provided by operating activities was $42.3 million in fiscal 2017 as compared to cash provided by operating activities of $30.2 million in fiscal 2016 and cash provided by operating activities of $55.1 million in fiscal 2015.

The cash provided by operating activities in fiscal 2017 is primarily attributable to a decrease in inventory of $29.6 million, a decrease of prepaid expenses and other assets of $1.9 million, as well as, an increase in unearned revenue and other liabilities of $2.2 million. This was partially offset by an increase in accounts receivable of $10.9 million, a decrease in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $17.1 million, as well as, a decrease in deferred pension obligation of $12.3 million. Our inventory turnover ratio increased to 3.9 as compared to 3.7 for fiscal 2016 resulting from tighter inventory management.

Although in fiscal 2016 we had a net loss, the loss was primarily attributed to non-cash charges of $26.6 million for impairments, $14.3 million for depreciation and amortization, and $4.4 million for the pension settlement charge. When added back to the net loss, we generated $38.0 million in cash from operations. Further sources of increases in cash from operations were a decrease in accounts receivable of $3.1 million and a decrease of prepaid income taxes of $4.6 million. These increases were partially offset by a decrease in accounts payable and accrued expenses of $10.3 million, a decrease in deferred pension obligation of $1.1 million, a decrease in accrued interest payable of $2.5 million and a slight increase in inventories of $1.2 million. Our inventory turnover ratio increased to 3.7 as compared to 3.4 for fiscal 2015 resulting from tighter inventory management.

Net cash used in investing activities was $14.2 million in fiscal 2017, as compared to cash provided by investing activities of $3.0 million in fiscal 2016. The net cash used in investing activities during fiscal 2017 primarily reflects the purchase of investments of $13.9 million and the purchase of property and equipment of $13.3 million primarily for leasehold improvements and store fixtures; partially offset by proceeds from the maturities of investments of $12.7 million. Capital expenditures for fiscal 2018 are expected to be approximately $16 million to $18 million.

Net cash provided by investing activities was $3.0 million in fiscal 2016, as compared to cash used by investing activities of $21.1 million in fiscal 2015. The net cash provided during fiscal 2016, primarily reflects proceeds from investment maturities of $22.2 million, the proceeds from the sale of C&C California in the amount of $2.5 million, the proceeds from notes receivable associated with the sale of Australian, Fiji and New Zealand Jantzen trademark rights in the amount of $0.3 million and the proceeds from the sale of the Beijing building of $8.2 million offset by related expenses for the sale of $1.9 million. Further reductions include the purchase of property and equipment of $16.2 million, primarily for new leaseholds, and the purchase of investments in the amount of $12.1 million.

Net cash used in financing activities was $29.5 million in fiscal 2017, as compared to cash used in financing activities of $45.4 million in fiscal 2016. The net cash used during fiscal 2017 primarily reflects net payments on our senior credit facility of $39.3 million, payments of $11.8 million on our mortgage loans, purchases of treasury stock of $2.2 million, as well as deferred financing fees of $0.3 million and payments on capital leases of $0.3 million; partially offset by proceeds from refinancing our existing real estate mortgages of $24.1 million and exercises of stock options of $0.07 million.

 

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Net cash used in financing activities was $45.4 million in fiscal 2016, as compared to cash used in financing activities of $17.8 million in fiscal 2015. The net cash used during fiscal 2016 primarily reflects payments for the partial redemption on our senior subordinated notes of $100 million, purchases of treasury stock of $7.0 million, payments of deferred financing fees on the senior credit facility of $0.6 million, payments on real estate mortgages of $0.8 million, and payments on capital leases of $0.3 million; partially offset by net borrowings on our senior credit facility of $61.8 million and proceeds from exercises of stock options of $1.4 million.

Our Board of Directors has authorized us to purchase, from time to time and as market and business conditions warrant, up to $70 million of our common stock for cash in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions through October 31, 2017. Although our Board of Directors allocated a maximum of $70 million to carry out the program, we are not obligated to purchase any specific number of outstanding shares and will reevaluate the program on an ongoing basis. Total purchases under the plan life-to-date amount to approximately $60.8 million.

During fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, we repurchased shares of our common stock at a cost of $2.2 million, $7.0 million and $8.8 million, respectively. There was no treasury stock outstanding as of January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016.

During fiscal 2017, we retired shares of treasury stock recorded at a cost of approximately $2.2 million. Accordingly, the Company reduced common stock and additional paid in capital by $1,000 and $2.2 million, respectively. During fiscal 2016, we retired shares of treasury stock recorded at a cost of approximately $22.7 million. Accordingly, during fiscal 2016, we reduced common stock and additional paid in capital by $11,000 and $22.7 million, respectively.

7 7 / 8 % $150 Million Senior Subordinated Notes Payable

In March 2011, we issued $150 million 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes, due April 1, 2019. The proceeds of this offering were used to retire the $150 million 8 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due September 15, 2013 and to repay a portion of the outstanding balance on the senior credit facility. The proceeds to us were $146.5 million yielding an effective interest rate of 8.0%.

On April 6, 2015, we elected to call for the partial redemption of $100 million of our $150 million 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due 2019 and a notice of redemption was sent to all registered holders of the senior subordinated notes. The redemption terms provided for the payment of a redemption premium of 103.938% of the principal amount redeemed. On May 6, 2015, we completed the redemption of the $100 million of our senior subordinated notes. We incurred debt extinguishment costs of approximately $5.1 million in connection with the redemption, including the redemption premium as well as the write-off of note issuance costs. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes totaled $49.7 million, net of debt issuance costs in the amount of $0.3 million. At January 30, 2016, the balance of the 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes totaled $49.5 million, net of debt issuance costs in the amount of $0.5 million.

Certain Covenants. The indenture governing the senior subordinated notes contains certain covenants which restrict our ability and the ability of our subsidiaries to, among other things, incur additional indebtedness in certain circumstances, pay dividends or make other distributions on, redeem or repurchase capital stock, make investments or other restricted payments, create liens on assets to secure debt, engage in transactions with affiliates, and effect a consolidation or merger. We are not aware of any non-compliance with any of our covenants in this indenture. We could be materially harmed if we violate any covenants because the indenture’s trustee could declare the outstanding notes, together with accrued interest, to be immediately due and payable, which we may not be able to satisfy. In addition, a violation could also constitute a cross-default under the senior credit facility, the letter of credit facilities and the real estate mortgages resulting in all of our debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which we may not be able to satisfy.

Senior Credit Facility

On April 22, 2015, we amended and restated our existing senior credit facility (the “Credit Facility”), with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as agent for the lenders, and Bank of America, N.A., as syndication agent. The Credit Facility provides a revolving credit facility of up to an aggregate amount of $200 million. The

 

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Credit Facility has been extended through April 30, 2020 (“Maturity Date”). In connection with this amendment and restatement, we paid fees in the amount of $0.6 million. These fees will be amortized over the term of the Credit Facility as interest expense. At January 28, 2017, we had outstanding borrowings of $22.5 million under the Credit Facility. At January 30, 2016, we had outstanding borrowings of $61.8 million under the Credit Facility.

Certain Covenants. The Credit Facility contains certain financial and other covenants, which, among other things, require us to maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio if availability falls below certain thresholds. We are not aware of any non-compliance with any of our covenants in this Credit Facility. These covenants may restrict our ability and the ability of our subsidiaries to, among other things, incur additional indebtedness and liens in certain circumstances, redeem or repurchase capital stock, make certain investments or sell assets. We may pay cash dividends subject to certain restrictions set forth in the covenants including, but not limited to, meeting a minimum excess availability threshold and no occurrence of a default. We could be materially harmed if we violate any covenants, as the lenders under the Credit Facility could declare all amounts outstanding, together with accrued interest, to be immediately due and payable. If we are unable to repay those amounts, the lenders could proceed against our assets and the assets of our subsidiaries that are borrowers or guarantors. In addition, a covenant violation that is not cured or waived by the lenders could also constitute a cross-default under certain of our other outstanding indebtedness, such as the indenture relating to our 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due April 1, 2019, our letter of credit facilities, or our real estate mortgage loans. A cross-default could result in all of our debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which we may not be able to satisfy. Additionally, our Credit Facility includes a subjective acceleration clause if a “material adverse change” in our business occurs. We believe that the likelihood of the lender exercising this right is remote.

Borrowing Base. Borrowings under the Credit Facility are limited to a borrowing base calculation, which generally restricts the outstanding balance to the sum of (a) 87.5% of eligible receivables plus (b) 87.5% of eligible foreign accounts up to $1.5 million plus (c) the lesser of (i) the inventory loan limit, which equals 80% of the maximum credit under the Credit Facility at the time, (ii) a maximum of 70.0% of eligible finished goods inventory with an inventory limit not to exceed $125 million, or 90.0% of the net recovery percentage (as defined in the Credit Facility) of eligible inventory.

Interest. Interest on the outstanding principal balance drawn under the Credit Facility accrues at the prime rate and at the rate quoted by the agent for Eurodollar loans. The margin adjusts quarterly, in a range of 0.50% to 1.00% for prime rate loans and 1.50% to 2.00% for Eurodollar loans, based on the previous quarterly average of excess availability plus excess cash on the last day of the previous quarter.

Security. As security for the indebtedness under the Credit Facility, we granted to the lenders a first priority security interest (subject to liens permitted under the Credit Facility to be senior thereto) in substantially all of our existing and future assets, including, without limitation, accounts receivable, inventory, deposit accounts, general intangibles, equipment and capital stock or membership interests, as the case may be, of certain subsidiaries, and real estate, but excluding our non-U.S. subsidiaries and all of our trademark portfolio.

Letter of Credit Facilities

As of January 28, 2017, we maintained one U.S. dollar letter of credit facility totaling $30.0 million. Each documentary letter of credit is secured primarily by the consignment of merchandise in transit under that letter of credit and certain subordinated liens on our assets.

During the third quarter of fiscal 2017, one letter of credit facility totaling, $0.3 million utilized by our United Kingdom subsidiary, expired and has not been renewed. During fiscal 2016, a $15 million line of credit expired and was not renewed and we decreased the letter of credit sublimit in our Senior Credit Facility to $30.0 million.

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Real Estate Mortgage Loans

In July 2010, we paid off our then existing real estate mortgage loan and refinanced our main administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility in Miami with a $13.0 million mortgage loan. The loan was due on August 1, 2020. In July 2013, we amended the mortgage loan agreement to modify the interest rate. The interest rate was reduced to 3.9% per annum and the terms were restated to reflect new monthly payments of principal and interest of $69,000, based on a 25-year amortization, with the outstanding principal due at maturity.

In November 2016, we paid off our existing real estate mortgage loan and refinanced our main administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility in Miami with a $21.7 million mortgage loan. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $112,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the real estate mortgage loan totaled $21.4 million, net of discount, of which $536,000 is due within one year.

In June 2006, we entered into a mortgage loan for $15 million secured by our Tampa facility. The loan was due on January 23, 2019. In January 2014, we amended the mortgage loan to modify the interest rate. The interest rate was reduced to 3.25% per annum and the terms were restated to reflect new monthly payments of principal and interest of approximately $68,000, based on a 20-year amortization, with the outstanding principal due at maturity.

In November 2016, we amended the mortgage to increase the amount to $13.2 million. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $68,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the real estate mortgage loan totaled $13.0 million, net of discount, of which approximately $326,000 is due within one year.

Additionally, we used the excess funds generated from the new mortgage loans described above to pay down our senior credit facility.

The real estate mortgage loans contain certain covenants. We are not aware of any non-compliance with any of the covenants. If we violate any covenants, the lender under the real estate mortgage loans could declare all amounts outstanding thereunder to be immediately due and payable, which we may not be able to satisfy. A covenant violation could constitute a cross-default under our senior credit facility, our letter of credit facilities and the indenture relating to our senior subordinated notes resulting in all of our debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which we may not be able to satisfy.

 

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Contractual Obligations and Commercial Contingent Commitments

The following tables illustrate the balance of our contractual obligations and commercial contingent commitments as of January 28, 2017:

 

     Payments Due by Period  
                   (in thousands)                
            Less than                       

Contractual Obligations

   Total      1 year      1-3 years      4-5 years      After 5 years  

Long-term debt, net of interest

   $ 107,244      $ 862      $ 74,330      $ 1,965      $ 30,087  

Interest on long-term debt (1)

     17,042        5,231        4,455        2,347        5,009  

Operating leases

     162,440        21,717        40,523        36,409        63,791  

Capital leases

     361        286        75        —          —    

Employee agreements (2)

     7,242        2,600        3,142        1,500        —    

Royalty minimum guaranties

     49,041        10,749        20,453        14,265        3,574  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total contractual obligations

   $ 343,370      $ 41,445      $ 142,978      $ 56,486      $ 102,461  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

(1)  Includes interest payments based on contractual terms and excludes interest on the senior credit facility, which typically approximates. $1.0 million to $2.0 million per year.
(2)  For Mr. George Feldenkreis the term of the employment agreement shall continue until his death or termination of the employment agreement by the Company or Mr. Feldenkreis. He will be paid a base salary of not less than $750,000 per year during the term of employment and, among other things a lump sum payment of $1.0 million upon the termination of his employment in most circumstances.

 

     Amount of Contingent Commitment Expiration Per Period  
                   (in thousands)                
            Less than                       

Other Commercial Contingent Commitments

   Total      1 year      1-3 years      4-5 years      After 5 years  

Standby letters of credit

   $ 10,788      $ 10,788      $ —        $ —        $ —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total commercial commitments

   $ 10,788      $ 10,788      $ —        $ —        $ —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total contractual obligations and other commercial contingent commitments

   $ 354,158      $ 52,233      $ 142,978      $ 56,486      $ 102,461  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

At January 28, 2017, we had a liability for unrecognized tax benefits and an accrual for the payment of related interest and penalties totaling $1.2 million. Due to the uncertainties related to these tax matters, we are unable to make a reasonably reliable estimate when cash settlement with a taxing authority will occur in relation to these liabilities, and thus this liability is not included in the above tables.

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

We are not a party to any “off-balance sheet arrangements,” as defined by applicable GAAP and SEC rules.

Derivative Financial Instruments

Derivative financial instruments such as interest rate swap contracts and foreign exchange contracts are recognized in the financial statements and measured at fair value regardless of the purpose or intent for holding them. Changes in the fair value of derivative financial instruments are either recognized in income or stockholders’ equity (as a component of comprehensive income), depending on whether or not the derivative is designated as a hedge of changes in fair value or cash flows. When designated as a hedge of changes in fair value, the effective portion of the hedge is recognized as an offset in income with a corresponding adjustment to the hedged item. When designated as a hedge of changes in cash flows, the effective portion of the hedge is recognized as an offset in comprehensive income with a corresponding adjustment to the hedged item and recognized in income in the same period as the hedged item is settled. See “Item 7A – Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk” for further discussion about derivative financial instruments.

Effects of Inflation and Foreign Currency Fluctuations

We do not believe that inflation or foreign currency fluctuations significantly affected our overall financial position and results of operations as of and for the fiscal year ended January 30, 2017.

 

Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

The market risk inherent in our financial statements represents the potential changes in the fair value, earnings or cash flows arising from changes in interest rates or foreign currency. We manage this exposure

 

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through regular operating and financing activities and, when deemed appropriate, through the use of derivative financial instruments. Our policy allows the use of derivative financial instruments for identifiable market risk exposure, including interest rate and foreign currency.

Cash Flow Hedges

Our United Kingdom subsidiary is exposed to foreign currency risk from inventory purchases. In order to mitigate the financial risk of settlement of inventory at various prices based on movement of the U.S. dollar against the British pound, we entered into foreign currency forward exchange contracts (the “Hedging Instruments”). These contracts are formally designated and “highly effective” as cash flow hedges.

All changes in the Hedging Instruments’ fair value associated with inventory purchases are recorded in equity as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income until the underlying hedged item is reclassified to earnings. We record the hedging instruments at fair value in our Consolidated Balance Sheet. The cash flows from such hedges are presented in the same category in our Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows as the items being hedged.

At January 28, 2017, the notional amount outstanding of foreign exchange forward contracts is $15.0 million. Such contracts expire through January 2018. There were no outstanding Hedging Instruments at January 30, 2016.

At January 28, 2017, accumulated other comprehensive loss included a $0.2 million net deferred loss for hedging instruments that are expected to be reclassified during the next 12 months. The net deferred loss will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to costs of goods sold when the inventory is sold.

The total gain relating to hedging instruments reclassified to earnings during fiscal 2017 was $0.1 million. There was no gain or loss relating to hedging instruments reclassified to earnings during fiscal 2016 and fiscal 2015.

The table below provides information about our financial instruments that are sensitive to changes in interest rates:

 

     Less than 1 yr     1 - 3 yrs     4 - 5 yrs     After 5 yrs           Fair Value  
     2018     2019     2020     2021     2022     Thereafter     Total     2017  

Long-term Liabilities:

                

7 7/8% Senior Subordinated Notes Payable

   $ 0.0     $ 50.0     $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 50.0     $ 50.0  

Fixed Interest Rate

     7.88     7.88     N/A       N/A       N/A       N/A       7.88  

Real Estate Mortgage Loan

   $ 0.3     $ 0.3     $ 0.4     $ 0.4     $ 0.4     $ 11.4     $ 13.2     $ 13.2  

Fixed Interest Rate

     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72  

Real Estate Mortgage Loan

   $ 0.5     $ 0.5     $ 0.6     $ 0.6     $ 0.6     $ 18.7     $ 21.5     $ 21.5  

Fixed Interest Rate

     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72     3.72  

Senior Credit Facility

   $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 22.5     $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 0.0     $ 22.5     $ 22.5  

Average Variable Interest Rate (A)

     2.52     2.52     2.52     N/A       N/A       N/A       2.52  

 

(A)  The senior credit facility has a variable rate of interest of either 1) the published prime lending rate or 2) the Eurodollar rate with adjustments of both rates based on meeting certain financial conditions.

Commodity Price Risk

We are exposed to market risks for the pricing of cotton and other fibers, which may impact fabric prices. Fabric is a portion of the overall product cost, which includes various components. We manage our fabric prices by using a combination of different strategies including the utilization of sophisticated logistics and supply chain management systems, which allow us to maintain maximum flexibility in our global sourcing of products. This provides us with the ability to re-direct our sourcing of products to the most cost-effective jurisdictions. In

 

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addition, we may modify our product offerings to our customers based on the availability of new fibers, yield enhancement techniques and other technological advances that allow us to utilize more cost effective fibers. Finally, we also have the ability to adjust our price points of such products, to the extent market conditions allow. These factors, along with our foreign-based sourcing offices, allow us to procure product from lower cost countries or capitalize on certain tariff-free arrangements, which help mitigate any commodity price increases that may occur. We have not historically managed, and do not currently intend to manage, commodity price exposures by using derivative instruments.

 

Item 8. Financial Statements And Supplementary Data

See pages F-1 through F-52 appearing at the end of this report.

 

Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure

None

 

Item 9A. Controls and Procedures

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

As required by Exchange Act Rule 13a-15(b), we carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures as of January 28, 2017.

The purpose of disclosure controls and procedures is to ensure that information required to be disclosed in our reports filed with or submitted to the SEC is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms. Disclosure controls and procedures are also designed with the objective of ensuring that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

Our management does not expect that our disclosure controls and procedures or our internal controls over financial reporting will prevent all errors and all fraud. A control system, no matter how well conceived and operated, can provide only reasonable rather than absolute assurance that the objectives of the control system are met. The design of a control system must also reflect the fact that there are resource constraints, with the benefits of controls considered relative to their costs. Because of the inherent limitations in all control systems, no evaluation of controls can provide absolute assurance that all control issues and instances of fraud (if any) within a company have been detected. These inherent limitations include the realities that judgments in decision-making can be faulty and that simple errors or mistakes can occur. Controls can also be circumvented by the individual acts of some persons, by collusion of two or more people, or by management override of the control. The design of any system of controls also is based in part upon certain assumptions about the likelihood of future events, and there can be no assurance that any design will succeed in achieving its stated goals under all potential future conditions; over time, controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate. Because of the inherent limitations in a cost-effective control system, misstatements due to error or fraud may occur and not be detected.

Our internal controls are evaluated on an ongoing basis by our internal audit function and by other personnel in our organization. The overall goals of these various evaluation activities are to monitor our disclosure and internal controls and to make modifications as necessary, as disclosure and internal controls are intended to be dynamic systems that change (including improvements and corrections) as conditions warrant. Part of this evaluation is to determine whether there were any significant deficiencies or material weaknesses in our internal controls, or whether we had identified any acts of fraud involving personnel who have a significant role in our internal controls. Significant deficiencies are control issues that could have a significant adverse effect on the ability to record, process, summarize and report financial data in the financial statements. Material weaknesses are particularly serious conditions where the internal control does not reduce to a relatively low level the risk that misstatements caused by error or fraud may occur in amounts that would be material in relation to the financial statements and not be detected within a timely period by employees in the normal course of performing their assigned functions.

 

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Based upon this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and our Chief Financial Officer concluded that, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of January 28, 2017, in providing reasonable assurance that the information required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Securities Exchange Act is (i) recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms and (ii) that such information is accumulated and communicated to our management, including our principal executive officer and principal financial officer, as appropriate, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosure.

 

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MANAGEMENT’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL REPORTING

April 10, 2017

Management of Perry Ellis International, Inc. is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial reporting. Internal control over financial reporting is a process designed by, or under the supervision of, our principal executive and principal financial officers and effected by our board of directors, management and other personnel to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and includes those policies and procedures that:

 

    pertain to the maintenance of records that in reasonable detail accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of our assets;

 

    provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that our receipts and expenditures are being made only in accordance with authorizations of our management and directors; and

 

    provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use or disposition of our assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risks that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

Management assessed the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of January 28, 2017. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission in Internal Control-Integrated Framework (2013).

Management determined that, as of January 28, 2017, our internal control over financial reporting was effective.

Our internal control over financial reporting as of January 28, 2017, has been audited by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, an independent registered certified public accounting firm, as stated in their report, which is included in Part II, Item 8.

 

/s/ Oscar Feldenkreis

   

/s/ David Rattner

Oscar Feldenkreis     David Rattner
Chief Executive Officer and President     Chief Financial Officer

 

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Changes in Internal Controls over Financial Reporting

There have been no changes in our internal controls over financial reporting that occurred during our last fiscal quarter that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

Item 9B. Other Information

Not applicable.

PART III

 

Item 10. Directors, Executive Officers and Corporate Governance

Information regarding our directors and executive officers required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement relating to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the captions “Election of Directors” and is incorporated herein by reference.

Information regarding our audit committee and our audit committee financial expert required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement relating to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the caption “Corporate Governance- Meetings and Committees of the Board of Directors” and is incorporated herein by reference.

Information regarding compliance with Section 16 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 is included in our Proxy Statement relating to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the caption “Section 16(a) Beneficial Ownership Reporting Compliance” and is incorporated herein by reference.

We have adopted a Code of Ethics that applies to all of our directors, officers, and employees. The Code of Ethics is posted on our website at www.pery.com. Amendments to, and waivers granted under, our Code of Ethics, if any, will be posted to our website as well.

Information describing any material changes to the procedures by which security holders may recommend nominees to our Board of Directors is included in our Proxy Statement related to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the caption “Corporate Governance-Meetings and Committees of the Board of Directors.”

 

Item 11. Executive Compensation

Information required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement related to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the captions “Executive Compensation”, “Compensation Discussion and Analysis,” “Director Compensation” and “Compensation Committee Report” and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 12. Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management and Related Stockholder Matters

Information required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement related to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the captions “Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners and Management” and “Executive Compensation” and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 13. Certain Relationships and Related Transactions and Director Independence

Information required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement related to our 2017 Annual Meeting under the captions “Certain Relationships and Related Transactions” and “Corporate Governance-Meetings and Committees of the Board of Directors” and is incorporated herein by reference.

 

Item 14. Principal Accountant Fees and Services

Information required by this item is included in our Proxy Statement related to our 2017 Annual Meeting Statement under the caption “Principal Accountant Fees and Services” and is incorporated herein by reference.

PART IV

 

Item 15. Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules

 

(a) Documents filed as part of this report

 

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  (1) Consolidated Financial Statements.

The following Consolidated Financial Statements of Perry Ellis International, Inc. and subsidiaries are included in Part II, Item 8:

 

     Page  

Reports of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     F-2  

Consolidated Balance Sheets

     F-3  

Consolidated Statements of Operations

     F-4  

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

     F-5  

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity

     F-6  

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

     F-7  

Footnotes to Consolidated Financial Statements

     F-9  

 

  (2) Consolidated Financial Statement Schedule

 

Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

     F-53  

All other schedules required by applicable Securities and Exchange Commission regulations are either not required under the related instructions or inapplicable, therefore such schedules have been omitted.

 

  (3) Exhibits

 

Exhibit
No.

  

Exhibit Description

  

Where Filed

    3.1

  

Registrant’s Amended and Restated Articles of

Incorporation

   Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Proxy Statement for its 1998 Annual Meeting and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.2

   Articles of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation    Filed as an Annex to the Registrant’s Proxy Statement for its 2003 Annual Meeting and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.3

   Registrant’s Amended and Restated Bylaws    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 33-60750) and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.4

   Amended and Restated Bylaws of Perry Ellis International, Inc.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated December 8, 2014 and incorporated herein by reference.

 

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    3.5

   Third Restated Articles of Incorporation of Perry Ellis International, Inc.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated December 8, 2014 and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.6

   Fourth Restated Articles of Incorporation of Perry Ellis International, Inc.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated February 6, 2015 and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.7

   Fifth Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation of Perry Ellis International, Inc.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 5, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.

    3.8

   Second Amended and Restated Bylaws of Perry Ellis International, Inc.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated July 5, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.

    4.1

   Form of Common Stock Certificate    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 33-60750) and incorporated herein by reference.

    4.7

   Indenture by and among Perry Ellis International, Inc., the Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto and U.S. Bank Trust National Association dated March 8, 2011    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-3 (File No. 333-167728) dated December 23, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.

    4.8

   First Supplemental Indenture by and among Perry Ellis International, Inc., the Subsidiary Guarantors party thereto and U.S. Bank National Association dated March 8, 2011    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated March 14, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

    4.9

   Form of Perry Ellis International, Inc. 7.875% Senior Subordinated Note due April 1, 2019 (set forth in Exhibit A to Exhibit 4.8 above)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated March 14, 2011 and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.1

   Form of Indemnification Agreement between the Registrant and each of the Registrant’s Directors and Officers (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2005 and incorporated herein by reference.

 

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  10.4

   Profit Sharing Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Registration Statement on Form S-1 (File No. 33-96304) and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.5

   Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Proxy Statement for its 2000 Annual Meeting and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.25

   Form of Stock Option Agreement pursuant to the 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 31, 2005 and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.26

   Form of Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 31, 2005 and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.46

   Amended Form of Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 31, 2008 and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.53

   Form of Stock-Settled Stock Appreciation Right Agreement pursuant to the 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended May 1, 2010, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.56

   Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 30, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

 

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  10.57

   Form of Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 30, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.58

   Form of Stock-Settled Stock Appreciation Right Agreement pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 30, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.59

   Form of Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended July 30, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.60

   Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement dated December 2, 2011 among Perry Ellis International, Inc., the subsidiaries named as Borrowers or Guarantors therein, the Lenders named therein, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as agent for the Lenders, and Bank of America, N.A., as syndication agent    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated December 2, 2011, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.61

   Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Annex to the Registrant’s Proxy Statement for its 2011 Annual Meeting and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.63

   Form of Performance-Based Units Agreement pursuant to the Second Amended and Restated 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended May 4, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.64

   Employment Agreement dated September 9, 2013 between Stanley Silverstein and the Registrant (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended November 11, 2013, and incorporated herein by reference.

 

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  10.65

   Amendment No. 1 dated January 9, 2014 to the Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement dated as of December 2, 2011 among Perry Ellis International, Inc., the subsidiaries named as Borrowers or Guarantors therein, the Lenders named therein, Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as agent for the Lenders, and Bank of America, N.A., as syndication agent    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated January 9, 2014 and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.1

   Form of Indemnification Agreement between the Registrant and each of the Registrant’s Directors and Officers (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated December 8, 2014, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.68

   Amendment No. 2 to Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement dated as of April 22, 2015, among Perry Ellis International, Inc., the subsidiaries named as Borrowers or Guarantors therein, the Lenders named therein, and Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as agent for the Lenders.    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Current Report on Form 8-K dated April 27, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.69

   Form of Performance-Based Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August 1, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.70

   Form of Performance Unit Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August 1, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.71

   Form of Restricted Stock Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan) (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August 1, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference.

 

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  10.72

   Form of Stock-Settled Stock Appreciation Right Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August 1, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.73

   Form of Non-Qualified Stock Option Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended August 1, 2015, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.74

   Employment Agreement dated April 20, 2016, by and between Perry Ellis International, Inc. and George Feldenkreis (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended April 30, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.75

   Employment Agreement dated April 20, 2016, by and between Perry Ellis International, Inc. and Oscar Feldenkreis (1)    Filed as an Exhibit to the Registrant’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended April 30, 2016, and incorporated herein by reference.

  10.76

   Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (1)    Filed herewith.

  12.1

   Computation of Earnings to Fixed Charges    Filed herewith.

  21.1

   Subsidiaries of the Registrant    Filed herewith.

  23.1

   Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, independent registered certified public accounting firm regarding financial statements and internal controls over financial reporting of the Registrant    Filed herewith.

  31.1

   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended    Filed herewith.

  31.2

   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended    Filed herewith.

 

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  32.1

   Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002    Filed herewith.

  32.2

   Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002    Filed herewith.

101.INS

   XBRL Instance Document    Filed herewith.

101.SCH

   XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema    Filed herewith.

101.CAL

   XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase    Filed herewith.

101.DEF

   XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase    Filed herewith.

101.LAB

   XBRL Taxonomy Extension Label Linkbase    Filed herewith.

101.PRE

   XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase   

 

(1)  Management Contract or Compensation Plan.

 

(b) Item 601 Exhibits

The exhibits required by Item 601 of Regulation S-K are set forth in (a) (3) above.

 

(c) Financial Statement Schedules

The financial statement schedules required by Regulation S-K are set forth in (a) (2) above.

 

Item 16. Form 10-K Summary

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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) 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.

 

    PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC.
Dated: April 10, 2017     By:  

/s/ Oscar FELDENKREIS

     

Oscar Feldenkreis

Chief Executive Officer and President

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.

 

Name and Signature

  

Title

 

Date

/S/    GEORGE FELDENKREIS

George Feldenkreis

  

Executive Chairman of the Board

  April 10, 2017

/S/    OSCAR FELDENKREIS

Oscar Feldenkreis

  

Chief Executive Officer and President
(Principal Executive Officer)

  April 10, 2017

/s/    David Rattner

David Rattner

  

Chief Financial Officer (Principal Financial
and Accounting Officer)

  April 10, 2017

/S/    JOE ARRIOLA

Joe Arriola

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

/S/    JANE DEFLORIO

Jane DeFlorio

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

/s/    Bruce J. Klatsky

Bruce J. Klatsky

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

/s/    Michael W. Rayden

Michael W. Rayden

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

/S/    J. DAVID SCHEINER

J. David Scheiner

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

/S/    ALEXANDRA WILSON

Alexandra Wilson

  

Director

  April 10, 2017

 

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INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

  

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

     F-2  

Consolidated Balance Sheets

     F-3  

Consolidated Statements of Operations

     F-4  

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)

     F-5  

Consolidated Statements of Changes in Stockholders’ Equity

     F-6  

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

     F-7  

Footnotes to Consolidated Financial Statements

     F-9  

Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts

     F-53  

 

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Report of Independent Registered Certified Public Accounting Firm

To the Board of Directors and Stockholders

of Perry Ellis International, Inc.:

In our opinion, the accompanying consolidated balance sheets and the related consolidated statements of operations, of comprehensive income (loss), of changes in stockholders’ equity and of cash flows present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Perry Ellis International, Inc. and its subsidiaries at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, and the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended January 28, 2017 in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America. In addition, in our opinion, the financial statement schedule listed in the accompanying index presents fairly, in all material respects, the information set forth therein when read in conjunction with the related consolidated financial statements. Also in our opinion, the Company maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial reporting as of January 28, 2017, based on criteria established in Internal Control - Integrated Framework 2013 issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). The Company’s management is responsible for these financial statements and financial statement schedule, for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, included in Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting appearing under item 9A. Our responsibility is to express opinions on these financial statements, on the financial statement schedule, and on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our integrated audits. We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audits to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement and whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audits of the financial statements included examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements, assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, and evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audits also included performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinions.

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

/s/ PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP

Miami, Florida

April 10, 2017

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(amounts in thousands, except share data)

 

     January 28,     January 30,  
     2017     2016  

ASSETS

    

Current Assets:

    

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ 30,695     $ 31,902  

Investments, at fair value

     10,921       9,782  

Accounts receivable, net

     140,240       132,066  

Inventories

     151,251       182,750  

Prepaid income taxes

     1,647       1,818  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     6,462       8,461  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current assets

     341,216       366,779  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Property and equipment, net

     61,835       63,908  

Other intangible assets, net

     187,051       187,919  

Deferred income tax

     334       442  

Other assets

     2,269       2,927  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 592,705     $ 621,975  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

    

Current Liabilities:

    

Accounts payable

   $ 92,843     $ 103,684  

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     20,861       26,497  

Accrued interest payable

     1,450       1,521  

Unearned revenues

     2,710       4,213  

Deferred pension obligation

     —         12,107  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current liabilities

     117,864       148,022  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Senior subordinated notes payable, net

     49,673       49,528  

Senior credit facility

     22,504       61,758  

Real estate mortgages

     33,591       21,318  

Unearned revenues and other long-term liabilities

     18,271       14,853  

Deferred income taxes

     37,115       35,015  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term liabilities

     161,154       182,472  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities

     279,018       330,494  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Commitment and contingencies

    

Equity:

    

Preferred stock $.01 par value; 5,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding

     —         —    

Common stock $.01 par value; 100,000,000 shares authorized; 15,530,273 shares issued and outstanding as of January 28, 2017 and 15,409,310 shares issued and outstanding as of January 30, 2016

     155       154  

Additional paid-in-capital

     147,300       144,025  

Retained earnings

     176,327       161,810  

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

     (10,095     (14,508
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total equity

     313,687       291,481  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 592,705     $ 621,975  
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

See footnotes to consolidated financial statements

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED

(amounts in thousands, except per share data)

 

     January 28,      January 30,     January 31,  
     2017      2016     2015  

Revenues:

       

Net sales

   $ 825,086      $ 864,806     $ 858,237  

Royalty income

     36,000        34,709       31,735  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

     861,086        899,515       889,972  

Cost of sales

     542,578        580,448       586,968  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     318,508        319,067       303,004  

Operating expenses:

       

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     280,019        275,863       268,783  

Depreciation and amortization

     14,542        13,693       12,198  

Impairment on assets

     1,451        20,604       —    

Impairment on goodwill

     —          6,022       —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

     296,012        316,182       280,981  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gain on sale of long-lived assets

     —          3,779       885  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income

     22,496        6,664       22,908  

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     195        5,121       —    

Interest expense

     7,395        9,267       14,291  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss) before income taxes

     14,906        (7,724     8,617  

Income tax provision (benefit)

     389        (432     45,792  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517      $ (7,292   $ (37,175
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income (loss) per share:

       

Basic

   $ 0.97      $ (0.49   $ (2.50
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Diluted

   $ 0.95      $ (0.49   $ (2.50
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Weighted average number of shares outstanding

       

Basic

     14,936        14,968       14,856  

Diluted

     15,215        14,968       14,856  

See footnotes to consolidated financial statements

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)

FOR THE YEARS ENDED

(amounts in thousands)

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
     2017     2016     2015  

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517     $ (7,292   $ (37,175
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income (loss):

      

Foreign currency translation adjustments, net

     (2,771     (2,357     (3,211

Unrealized gain (loss) on pension liability, net of tax (1)

     7,368       717       (2,219

Unrealized loss on forward contract

     (181     —         —    

Unrealized (loss) gain on investments

     (3     (16     46  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total other comprehensive income (loss)

     4,413       (1,656     (5,384
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive income (loss)

   $ 18,930     $ (8,948   $ (42,559
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

(1) Unrealized gain (loss) on pension liability for the twelve months ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015 is net of tax benefit in the amount of $3.8 million, $0.0 million and $0.0 million. See footnote 19 to the consolidated financial statements for further information.

See footnotes to consolidated financial statements

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY

FOR THE YEARS ENDED JANUARY 28, 2017, JANUARY 30, 2016 AND JANUARY 31, 2015

(amounts in thousands, except share data)

 

                            ACCUMULATED              
                            OTHER              
                ADDITIONAL           COMPREHENSIVE              
    COMMON STOCK     PAID-IN     TREASURY     (LOSS)     RETAINED        
    SHARES     AMOUNT     CAPITAL     STOCK     INCOME     EARNINGS     TOTAL  

BALANCE, FEBRUARY 1, 2014

    15,901,956     $ 159     $ 155,522     $ (6,957   $ (7,468   $ 206,277     $ 347,533  

Exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights

    36,043       —         404       —         —         —         404  

Tax benefit of restricted shares and non-qualified stock options

    —         —         (272     —         —         —         (272

Restricted shares and options issued as compensation

    212,585       2       6,033       —         —         —         6,035  

Restricted shares withheld for income taxes

    (21,809     —         (351     —         —         —         (351

Net loss

    —         —         —         —         —         (37,175     (37,175

Purchase of treasury stock

    —         —         —         (8,773     —         —         (8,773

Other comprehensive loss

    —         —         —         —         (5,384     —         (5,384
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

BALANCE, JANUARY 31, 2015

    16,128,775       161       161,336       (15,730     (12,852     169,102       302,017  

Exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights

    314,036       3       1,405       —         —         —         1,408  

Restricted shares withheld for income taxes

    (27,325     —         (664     —         —         —         (664

Net settlement of stock appreciation rights for taxes

    —         —         (578     —         —         —         (578

Restricted shares and options issued as compensation

    137,674       1       5,195       —         —         —         5,196  

Net loss

    —         —         —         —         —         (7,292     (7,292

Purchase of treasury stock

    —         —         —         (6,950     —         —         (6,950

Other comprehensive loss

    —         —         —         —         (1,656     —         (1,656

Retirement of treasury stock

    (1,143,850     (11     (22,669     22,680       —         —         —    
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

BALANCE, JANUARY 30, 2016

    15,409,310       154       144,025       —         (14,508     161,810       291,481  

Exercise of stock options and stock appreciation rights

    25,272       —         73       —         —         —         73  

Restricted shares withheld for income taxes

    (49,387     —         (951     —         —         —         (951

Net settlement of stock appreciation rights for taxes

    —         —         (154     —         —         —         (154

Restricted shares and options issued as compensation

    259,013       2       6,457       —         —         —         6,459  

Net income

    —         —         —         —         —         14,517       14,517  

Purchase of treasury stock

    —         —         —         (2,151     —         —         (2,151

Other comprehensive income

    —         —         —         —         4,413       —         4,413  

Retirement of treasury stock

    (113,935     (1     (2,150     2,151       —         —         —    
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

BALANCE, JANUARY 28, 2017

    15,530,273     $ 155     $ 147,300     $ —       $ (10,095   $ 176,327     $ 313,687  
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

See footnotes to consolidated financial statements

 

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED

(amounts in thousands)

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
     2017     2016     2015  

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

      

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517     $ (7,292   $ (37,175

Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities:

      

Depreciation and amortization

     14,932       14,318       12,933  

Provision for bad debts

     804       528       812  

Impairment on assets

     1,451       20,604       —    

Impairment on goodwill

     —         6,022       —    

Amortization of debt issue costs

     412       472       645  

Amortization of premiums and discounts

     56       143       413  

Amortization of unrealized (gain) loss on pension liability

     464       538       399  

Pension settlement charge

     7,217       4,427       —    

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     173       1,158       —    

Deferred income taxes

     2,208       (2,581     43,730  

Gain on sale of long-lived assets, net

     —         (3,779     (885

Share-based compensation

     6,459       5,196       6,035  

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of acquisitions

      

Accounts receivable, net

     (10,880     3,078       6,459  

Inventories

     29,601       (1,193     20,116  

Prepaid income taxes

     138       4,592       1,090  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     1,891       (1,399     167  

Other assets

     140       487       (408

Accounts payable and accrued expenses

     (17,089     (10,342     4,202  

Accrued interest payable

     (71     (2,524     (50

Unearned revenues and other liabilities

     2,208       (1,219     210  

Deferred pension obligation

     (12,337     (1,069     (3,550
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by operating activities

     42,294       30,165       55,143  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

      

Purchase of property and equipment

     (13,273     (16,150     (16,733

Purchase of investments

     (13,896     (12,086     (31,501

Proceeds from investments maturities

     12,746       22,197       26,592  

Proceeds on sale of intangible asset

     —         2,500       —    

Proceeds from sale of building

     —         8,163       —    

Payment of expenses related to sale of building

     —         (1,887     —    

Proceeds on termination of life insurance

     —         —         245  

Proceeds from note receivable

     250       250       250  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities

     (14,173     2,987       (21,147
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

      

Borrowings from senior credit facility

     311,241       408,209       234,137  

Payments on senior credit facility

     (350,495     (346,451     (242,299

Payments on senior subordinated notes

     —         (100,000     —    

Purchase of treasury stock

     (2,151     (6,950     (8,773

Proceeds from real estate mortgages

     24,139       —         —    

Payments on real estate mortgages

     (11,768     (821     (792

Payments on capital leases

     (264     (262     (301

Deferred financing fees

     (274     (574     —    

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

     73       1,408       404  

Tax benefit from exercise of equity instruments

     —         —         (161
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

     (29,499     (45,441     (17,785
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     171       644       347  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

     (1,207     (11,645     16,558  

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF YEAR

     31,902       43,547       26,989  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF YEAR

   $ 30,695     $ 31,902     $ 43,547  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED

(amounts in thousands)

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  

SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:

        

Cash paid during the period for:

        

Interest

   $ 6,998      $ 11,176      $ 13,283  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Income taxes

   $ 1,202      $ 718      $ 662  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

NON-CASH FINANCING AND INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

        

Capital lease financing

   $ —        $ 810      $ —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Accrued purchases of property and equipment

   $ 446      $ 210      $ 185  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Unrealized (loss) gain on pension liability included in comprehensive (loss) income

   $ 7,368      $ 717      $ (2,219
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

FOOTNOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

 

1. General

Perry Ellis International, Inc. and Subsidiaries (the “Company”) is one of the leading apparel companies in the United States and manages a portfolio of major brands, some of which were established over 100 years ago. The Company designs, sources, markets and licenses products nationally and internationally at multiple price points and across all major levels of retail distribution. The Company’s portfolio of highly recognized brands includes: the global designer lifestyle brand, Perry Ellis® and Original Penguin ® by Munsingwear ® (“Original Penguin”) as well as Ben Hogan ®, Cubavera ®, Farah ®, Grand Slam ®, Jantzen ®, Laundry by Shelli Segal ®, Rafaella ® and Savane ®. We license the Callaway Golf® brand, PGA TOUR® brand, and the Jack Nicklaus® brand for golf apparel, the Jag® brand for swimwear and cover-ups, and the Nike® brand for swimwear and accessories.

The periods presented in these financial statements are the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017 (“fiscal 2017”), January 30, 2016 (“fiscal 2016”) and January 31, 2015 (“fiscal 2015”).

 

2. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

The following is a summary of the Company’s significant accounting policies:

PRINCIPLES OF CONSOLIDATION - The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Perry Ellis International, Inc. and its wholly-owned and controlled subsidiaries. All intercompany transactions and balances have been eliminated in consolidation. The Company consolidates any entity in which the Company would be deemed a primary beneficiary.

USE OF ESTIMATES - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts in the consolidated financial statements and the accompanying footnotes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - Cash and cash equivalents include cash, deposits and liquid short-term investments that have a maturity of three months or less when purchased.

INVESTMENTS - The Company’s investments include marketable securities and certificates of deposit for the fiscal year ended January 28, 2017. The Company’s investments also included certificates of deposit for the fiscal year ended January 30, 2016. All investments are classified as available-for-sale. Investments are stated at fair value. The estimated fair value of the marketable securities is based on quoted prices in an active market. Gains and losses on investment transactions are determined using the specific identification method and are recognized in income based on trade dates. Unrealized gains and losses on securities available-for-sale are included in accumulated other comprehensive income until realized. Management evaluates securities held with unrealized losses for other-than-temporary impairment at least on a quarterly basis. Consideration is given to (a) the length of time and the extent to which the fair value has been less than cost; (b) the financial condition and near-term prospects of the issuer; and (c) the intent and ability of the Company to retain its investment in the issuer for a period of time sufficient to allow for any anticipated recovery in fair value.

INVENTORIES - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (weighted moving average cost) or market. Cost principally consists of the purchase price (adjusted for lower of cost or market), customs, duties, freight, and commissions to buying agents.

PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - Property and equipment are stated at cost. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets. Amortization of leasehold improvements and capital leases is computed using the straight-line method over the shorter of the lease term or estimated useful lives of the assets or improvements. The useful lives are as follows:

 

Asset Class

   Average Useful Lives in Years

Furniture, fixtures and equipment

   3-10

Vehicles

   5-7

Leasehold improvements

   4-15

Buildings and building improvements

   10-39

 

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INTANGIBLE ASSETS - Intangible assets are comprised of trademarks and customer lists. The trademarks were identified as intangible assets with indefinite useful lives, and accordingly, are not being amortized. The Company assesses the carrying value of intangible assets at least annually. Customer lists were identified as intangible assets with finite useful lives and are amortized using a method of amortization that reflects the pattern in which the economic benefits of the intangible assets are consumed or otherwise realized.

FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS - A description of the Company’s policies regarding fair value measurement is summarized below.

The Company has chosen not to elect the fair value measurement option for any instruments not required to be measured at fair value on a recurring basis.

Fair Value Hierarchy - The fair value hierarchy requires disclosure about how fair value is determined for assets and liabilities and establishes a hierarchy for which these assets and liabilities must be grouped, based on significant levels of observable or unobservable inputs. Observable inputs reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs reflect the Company’s market assumptions. This hierarchy requires the use of observable market data when available. These two types of inputs have created the following fair-value hierarchy:

 

    Level 1 – Quoted prices for identical instruments in active markets.

 

    Level 2 – Quoted prices for similar instruments in active markets; quoted prices for identical or similar instruments in markets that are not active; and model-derived valuations in which all significant inputs and significant value drivers are observable in active markets.

 

    Level 3 – Valuations derived from valuation techniques in which one or more significant inputs or significant value drivers are unobservable.

Determination of Fair Value - The Company generally uses quoted market prices (unadjusted) in active markets for identical assets or liabilities for which the Company has the ability to determine fair value, and classifies such items in Level 1. Fair values determined by Level 2 inputs utilize inputs other than quoted market prices included in Level 1 that are observable for the asset or liability, either directly or indirectly. Level 2 inputs include quoted market prices in active markets for similar assets or liabilities, and inputs other than quoted market prices that are observable for the asset or liability. Level 3 inputs are unobservable inputs for the asset or liability, and include situations where there is little, if any, market activity for the asset or liability.

If quoted market prices are not available, fair value is based upon internally developed valuation techniques that use, where possible, current market-based or independently sourced market parameters, such as interest rates, currency rates, etc. Assets or liabilities valued using such internally generated valuation techniques are classified according to the lowest level input or value driver that is significant to the valuation. Thus, an item may be classified in Level 3 even though there may be some significant inputs that are readily observable.

DERIVATIVES - Derivative financial instruments such as interest rate swap contracts and foreign exchange contracts are recognized in the financial statements and measured at fair value regardless of the purpose or intent for holding them. Changes in the fair value of derivative financial instruments are either recognized in income or stockholders’ equity (as a component of comprehensive income), depending on whether or not the derivative is designated as a hedge of changes in fair value or cash flows. When designated as a hedge of changes in fair value, the effective portion of the hedge is recognized as an offset in income with a corresponding adjustment to the hedged item. When designated as a hedge of changes in cash flows, the effective portion of the hedge is recognized as an offset in comprehensive income with a corresponding adjustment to the hedged item and recognized in income in the same period as the hedged item is settled.

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leased item, are capitalized at the inception of the lease at the fair value of the leased property or, if lower, at the present value of the minimum lease payments. Lease payments are apportioned between the finance charges and reduction of the lease liability so as to achieve a constant rate of interest on the remaining balance of the liability. Finance charges are charged directly against income as a component of interest expense. Capitalized leased assets are depreciated over the shorter of the estimated useful life of the asset or the lease term. Operating lease payments, other than contingent rentals, are recognized as an expense in the income statement on a straight-line basis over the lease term, whereby an equal amount of rent expense is attributed to each period during the term of the lease, regardless of when actual payments are made. This generally results in rent expense in excess of cash payments during the early years of a lease and rent expense less than cash payments in the later years. The difference between rent expense recognized and actual rental payments is recorded as deferred rent and included in liabilities. Percentage rent expense is generally based on sales levels and is accrued when determined that it is probable that such sales levels will be achieved.

DEFERRED DEBT ISSUE COSTS - Costs incurred in connection with financing transactions have been capitalized and are being amortized on a straight-line basis, which approximates the interest method, over the term of the related debt instrument. Unamortized debt issue costs associated with the senior credit facility are included in other assets in the consolidated balance sheet. Unamortized debt issue costs associated with the senior subordinated notes payable are presented as a direct deduction from the carrying amount in the consolidated balance sheet.

LONG-LIVED ASSETS - Property and equipment, along with other long-lived assets, are evaluated for impairment periodically whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that their related carrying amounts may not be recoverable. In evaluating long-lived assets for recoverability, the Company uses its best estimate of future cash flows expected to result from the use of the asset and its eventual disposition. To the extent that estimated future undiscounted net cash flows attributable to the asset are less than the carrying amount, an impairment loss is recognized equal to the difference between the carrying value of such asset and its fair value. Fair value is estimated based on the future expected discounted cash flows for the assets. Judgments regarding the existence of impairment indicators are based on market and operational performance. Preparation of estimated expected future cash flows is inherently subjective and is based on management’s best estimate of assumptions concerning future conditions.

The Company recorded a $1.4 million and $2.4 million impairment charge, in fiscal 2017 and fiscal 2016, respectively to reduce the net carrying value of certain long-lived assets (primarily real property and leaseholds) to their estimated fair value, considered a level 3 fair value measure. There was no such impairment charge for fiscal 2015. Impairment charges are included in impairment on assets in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations and were related to the Direct-to Consumer segment.

RETIREMENT-RELATED BENEFITS - The Company accounts for its defined benefit pension plan using actuarial models. These models use an attribution approach that generally spreads the individual events over the service lives of the employees in the plan. The principle underlying the required attribution approach is that employees render service over their service lives on a relatively consistent basis and therefore, the income statement effects of pensions or non-pension postretirement benefit plans are earned in, and should follow, the same pattern.

The principal components of the net periodic pension calculations are the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets, discount rate and the rate of compensation increases. The Company uses long-term historical actual return information, the mix of investments that comprise plan assets, and future estimates of long-term investment returns by reference to external sources to develop its expected return on plan assets. The discount rate assumptions used for pension and non-pension postretirement benefit plan accounting reflects the rates available on high-quality fixed income debt instruments at the Company’s fiscal year end.

ADVERTISING AND RELATED COSTS - The Company’s accounting policy relating to advertising and related costs is to expense these costs in the period incurred. Advertising and related costs were $16.1 million, $15.1 million and $15.2 million for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively, and are included in selling, general and administrative expenses.

 

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COST OF SALES - Cost of sales includes costs to acquire and source inventory, produce inventory for sale, and provisions for inventory shrinkage and obsolescence. These costs include costs of purchased products, inbound freight, custom duties, buying commissions, cargo insurance, customs inspection and licensed product royalty expenses.

SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES - Selling expenses include costs incurred in the selling of merchandise. General and administrative expenses include costs incurred in the administration or general operations of the business. Selling, general and administrative expenses include employee and related costs, advertising, professional fees, distribution, warehouse costs, and other related selling costs.

TREASURY STOCK - Treasury stock is recorded at acquisition cost. Gains and losses on disposition are recorded as increases or decreases to additional paid-in capital with losses in excess of previously recorded gains charged directly to retained earnings. The carrying amount in excess of par is allocated to additional paid-in capital when treasury shares are retired.

REVENUE RECOGNITION - Sales are recognized at the time title transfers to the customer, generally upon shipment. Trade allowances and a provision for estimated returns and other allowances are recorded at the time sales are made, considering historical and anticipated trends. The Company records revenues net of corresponding sales taxes. Retail store revenue is recognized net of estimated returns and corresponding sales tax at the time of sale to consumers. The Company operates predominantly in North America, with 91% of its sales in that market. Two customers accounted for approximately 13% and 10%, respectively, of net sales for fiscal 2017. Three customers accounted for approximately 12%, 11% and 10%, respectively, of net sales for fiscal 2016. Four customers accounted for approximately 14%, 10%, 10% and 10%, respectively, of net sales for fiscal 2015. Sales to these customers are included in the Men’s Sportswear and Swim, as well as, the Women’s Sportswear segments. A significant decrease in business from or loss of any of these major customers could harm the financial condition of the Company by causing a significant decline in revenues attributable to such customers. The Company does not believe that concentrations of credit risk represent a material risk of loss with respect to its financial position as of January 28, 2017.

Royalty income is recognized when earned on the basis of the terms specified in the underlying contractual agreements. A liability for unearned royalty income is recognized when licensees pay contractual obligations before being earned or when up-front fees are collected. This liability is recognized as royalty income over the applicable term of the respective license agreement.

ADVERTISING REIMBURSEMENTS - The majority of the Company’s license agreements require licensees to reimburse the Company for advertising placed on behalf of the licensees based on a percentage of the licensees’ net sales. The Company records earned advertising reimbursements received from its licensees as a reduction of the related advertising costs in selling, general and administrative expenses. For the fiscal years 2017, 2016 and 2015, the Company has reduced selling, general and administrative expenses by $7.0 million, $6.6 million and $6.8 million of licensee reimbursements, respectively. Unearned advertising reimbursements result when a licensee pays required reimbursements prior to the Company incurring the advertising expense. A liability is recorded for these unearned advertising reimbursements.

FOREIGN CURRENCY TRANSLATION - For the Company’s international operations, local currencies are generally considered their functional currencies. The Company translates assets and liabilities to their U.S. dollar equivalents at rates in effect at the balance sheet date and revenue and expenses are translated at average monthly exchange rates. Translation adjustments resulting from this process are recorded in stockholders’ equity as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss). Transactions in foreign currencies during the year are re-measured at rates of exchange at the date of the transaction. Gains and losses related to re-measurement of items arising through operating activities are included in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

INCOME TAXES - Deferred income taxes result primarily from timing differences in the recognition of expenses for tax for financial reporting purposes, which requires the liability method of computing deferred income taxes. Under the liability method, deferred taxes are adjusted for tax rate changes as they occur.

The Company records net deferred tax assets to the extent it believes these assets will more likely than not be realized. In the event that a net deferred tax asset is not realizable, a valuation allowance would be recorded. In making such determination, the Company considers all available positive and negative evidence,

 

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including future reversals of existing taxable temporary differences, projected future taxable income, tax planning strategies and recent financial operations. In the event the Company were to determine that it would be able to realize its deferred income tax assets in the future in excess of its net recorded amount, an adjustment to the valuation allowance would be recorded, which would reduce the provision for income taxes in the period of such determination.

In regards to the accounting for uncertainty in income taxes recognized in the financial statements, a tax benefit from an uncertain tax position may be recognized when it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination, including resolutions of any related appeals or litigation processes, based on its technical merits.

NET INCOME (LOSS) PER SHARE - Basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net loss by the weighted average shares of outstanding common stock. The calculation of diluted net income (loss) per share is similar to basic earnings per share except that the denominator includes potentially dilutive common stock. The potentially dilutive common stock included in the Company’s computation of diluted net income (loss) per share includes the effects of stock options, stock appreciation rights (“SARS”), and unvested restricted shares as determined using the treasury stock method.

The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted loss per share:

 

     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands, except per share data)  

Numerator:

        

Net income (loss)

   $ 14,517      $ (7,292    $ (37,175
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Denominator:

        

Basic - weighted average shares

     14,936        14,968        14,856  

Dilutive effect: equity awards

     279        —          —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Diluted - weighted average shares

     15,215        14,968        14,856  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Basic income (loss) per share

   $ 0.97      $ (0.49    $ (2.50
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Diluted income (loss) income per share

   $ 0.95      $ (0.49    $ (2.50
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Antidilutive effect: (1)

     471        1,154        1,748  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

(1) Represents weighted average of stock options to purchase shares of common stock, SARS and unvested restricted stock that were not included in computing diluted income per share because their effects were antidilutive for the respective periods.

ACCOUNTING FOR STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION - Accounting for stock-based compensation requires that the cost resulting from all share-based payment transactions be recognized in the financial statements. The Company uses fair value as the measurement objective in accounting for share-based payment arrangements and applies a fair-value-based measurement method in accounting for share-based payment transactions with employees except for equity instruments held by employee share ownership plans.

For fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, approximately $6.5 million, $5.2 million and $6.0 million in compensation expense has been recognized in selling, general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of operations related to stock options, SARS and restricted stock, respectively. During fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015, the Company received cash of $0.07 million, $1.4 million and $0.4 million, respectively, from the exercise of stock options and SARS and realized a tax benefit of approximately ($0.2) million during fiscal 2015, from such exercises. There was no tax benefit from such exercises during fiscal 2017 and 2016.

The fair value of restricted stock awards is based on the quoted market price on the date of grant. The fair value of the options is estimated at the date of grant using the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model. This model was developed for use in estimating the fair value of traded options that have no vesting restrictions and are fully transferable. In addition, option valuation models require the input of highly subjective assumptions

 

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including: expected volatility based on the expected price of the Company’s common stock over the expected life of the option; the risk free rate of return based on the U.S. Treasury yield curve in effect at the time of grant for the expected term of the option; the expected life based on the period of time the options or SARS are expected to be outstanding using historical data to estimate option exercises and employee terminations; and dividend yield based on the Company’s history and expectation of dividend payments. Using the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model, the estimated weighted-average fair value per option or SARS granted in fiscal years 2016 and 2015 was $12.30 and $10.22, respectively. There were no options granted in fiscal 2017.

The following weighted-average assumptions for 2017, 2016, and 2015 were derived from the Black-Scholes model and used to determine the fair value of stock options:

 

     2017   2016   2015

Risk free interest

   0.0%   1.5%   2.2 - 2.4%

Dividend yield

   0.0%   0.0%   0.0%

Volatility factors

   0.0%   61.4%   62.3% - 63.3%

Weighted-average life (years)

   0.0   5.0   5.0

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS - In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers.” ASU No. 2014-09 clarifies the principles for recognizing revenue and develops a common revenue standard for GAAP and International Financial Reporting Standards (“IFRS”) that removes inconsistencies and weaknesses in revenue requirements, provides a more robust framework for addressing revenue issues, improves comparability of revenue recognition practices across entities, industries, jurisdictions, and capital markets, provides more useful information to users of financial statements through improved disclosure requirements and simplifies the preparation of financial statements by reducing the number of requirements to which an entity must refer. ASU No. 2014-09 is effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2017. Companies can choose to apply the ASU using either the full retrospective approach or a modified retrospective approach. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or the Company’s financial position.

In March 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-03,Interest - Imputation of Interest (Subtopic 835-30)”, which is simplifying the Presentation of Debt Issuance Costs. The standard requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that debt liability, consistent with debt discounts. ASU 2015-03 is effective for interim periods beginning after December 15, 2015. The Company adopted the accounting standard in the first quarter of fiscal 2017. Prior to the adoption, debt issuance costs were classified as other assets. This presentation change was applied retrospectively to the condensed consolidated balance sheet and consequently, amounts related to debt issuance costs are presented as a direct deduction of the corresponding debt liability for all periods presented.

The effect on the condensed consolidating balance sheet as of January 30, 2016, as a result of this change in presentation, is a decrease of ($0.5) million in other assets, and a decrease of ($0.5) million in senior subordinated notes payable.

In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU 2015-11, “Inventory (Topic 330): Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory”, which requires inventory measured using any method other than last-in, first out (“LIFO”) or the retail inventory method to be subsequently measured at the lower of cost or net realizable value, rather than at the lower of cost or market. Under this ASU, subsequent measurement of inventory using the LIFO and retail inventory method is unchanged. ASU 2015-11 is effective prospectively for fiscal years, and for interim periods within those years, beginning after December 15, 2016. Early application is permitted. The adoption of ASU No. 2015-11 is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or the Company’s financial position.

In February 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, “Leases (Topic 842)” which requires an entity that is a lessee to recognize the assets and liabilities arising from leases on the balance sheet. This guidance also

 

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requires disclosures about the amount, timing and uncertainty of cash flows arising from leases. This guidance is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2018, and interim periods within those annual periods, using a modified retrospective approach, and early adoption is permitted. The Company is evaluating the effect that the adoption will have on its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures.

In March 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-07,Investments—Equity Method and Joint Ventures (Topic 323): Simplifying the Transition to the Equity Method of Accounting,” which eliminates the requirement to retroactively adjust an investment that subsequently qualifies for equity method accounting (as a result of an increase in level of ownership interest or degree of influence) as if the equity method of accounting had been applied during all prior periods that the investment was held. The new standard requires that the investor add the cost of acquiring the additional ownership interest in the investee to its current basis and prospectively adopt the equity method of accounting. Any unrealized gains or losses in an available-for-sale investment that subsequently qualifies as an equity method investment should be recognized in earnings at the date the investment qualifies as an equity method investment. The amendments in this update are effective for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2016. This new guidance is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

In March 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-09,Compensation — Stock Compensation (Topic 718): Improvements to Employee Share-Based Payment Accounting,” which is part of the FASB’s Simplification Initiative. The updated guidance simplifies the accounting for share-based payment transactions. The amendments in this update are effective for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and interim periods within those annual periods. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard on its consolidated financial statements.

In April 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-10,Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Identifying Performance Obligations and Licensing”, which amends certain aspects of the FASB’s new revenue standard, ASU 2014-09,Revenue from Contracts with Customers”, specifically the standard’s guidance on identifying performance obligations and the implementation guidance on licensing. The amendments clarify when promised goods or services are separately identifiable (i.e., distinct within the context of a contract), an important step in determining whether goods and services should be accounted for as separate performance obligations. In addition, the amendments allow entities to disregard goods or services that are immaterial in the context of a contract and provide an accounting policy election for accounting for certain shipping and handling activities. The amendments also clarify how an entity should evaluate the nature of its promise in granting a license of intellectual property (IP), which will determine whether the entity recognizes revenue over time or at a point in time. The amendments revise the guidance to address how entities should apply the exception for sales- and usage-based royalties to licenses of IP, recognize revenue for licenses that are not separate performance obligations and evaluate different types of license restrictions (e.g., time-based, geography-based). The new guidance’s effective date and transition provisions are aligned with the requirements in the new revenue standard, which is not yet effective. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or the Company’s financial position.

In May 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-12,Revenue from Contracts with Customers (Topic 606): Narrow-Scope Improvements and Practical Expedients,” which amends certain aspects of the new revenue standard, ASU 2014-09, “Revenue from Contracts with Customers”. The amendments are intended to provide clarifying guidance in a few narrow areas such as collectability, contract modifications, completed contracts at transition, and non-cash considerations. The new guidance’s effective date and transition provisions are aligned with the requirements in the new revenue standard, which is not yet effective. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or the Company’s financial position.

In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13,Financial Instruments — Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments,” which provides guidance for the accounting for credit losses on instruments within its scope. The amendments guide on reporting credit losses for assets held at amortized cost basis and available-for-sale debt securities. The amendments require a financial asset measured at amortized cost basis to be presented at the net amount expected to be collected. The amendments also require that credit losses on available-for-sale debt securities be presented as an allowance. The amendments should be

 

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applied on either a prospective transition or modified-retrospective approach depending on the subtopic. The amendments in this update are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019, including interim periods within those annual periods. The Company is currently evaluating the impact of the adoption of this standard on its consolidated financial statements.

In August 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-15, “Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments (a consensus of the Emerging Issues Task Force),” which is intended to reduce diversity in practice in how certain transactions are classified in the statement of cash flows. The amendments in this update are effective for public entities for fiscal years, and interim periods within those fiscal years, beginning after December 15, 2017. Early adoption is permitted, including adoption in an interim period. The Company is currently assessing the impact of the future adoption of this standard on its consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

In October 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-16, “Income Taxes (Topic 740): Intra-Entity Transfers of Assets Other Than Inventory,” which is intended to improve the accounting for the income tax consequences of intra-entity transfers of assets other than inventory. This update removes the current exception in GAAP prohibiting entities from recognizing current and deferred income tax expenses or benefits related to transfer of assets, other than inventory, within the consolidated entity. The current exception to defer the recognition of any tax impact on the transfer of inventory within the consolidated entity until it is sold to a third party remains unaffected. The amendments in this update are effective for public entities for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2017. Early adoption is permitted and should be in the first interim period if an entity issues interim financial statements. The adoption of this ASU is not expected to have a material impact on the Company’s results of operations or the Company’s financial position.

 

3. Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Trade accounts

   $ 151,370      $ 144,708  

Royalties

     6,659        5,892  

Other receivables

     712        1,769  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

     158,741        152,369  

Less: Allowances

     (18,501      (20,303
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 140,240      $ 132,066  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company reports accounts receivable at amounts it expects to be collected, less allowances for trade discounts, co-op advertising, allowances it provides to its retail customers to effectively flow goods through the retail channels, an allowance for potential non-collection due to the financial position of its customers and credit card accounts, and an allowance for estimated sales returns. Management reviews these allowances and considers the aging of account balances, historical experience, changes in customer creditworthiness, current economic and product trends, customer payment activity and other relevant factors. A small portion of our accounts receivable is insured for collections. Should any of these factors change, the estimates made by management may also change, which could affect the level of future provisions.

 

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4. Inventories

Inventories consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Finished goods

   $ 151,251      $ 182,414  

Raw materials and in process

     —          336  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 151,251      $ 182,750  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company’s inventories are valued at the lower of cost (weighted moving average cost) or market. The Company evaluates all of its inventory stock keeping units (SKUs) to determine excess or slow moving SKUs based on orders on hand and projections of future demand and market conditions. For those units in inventory that are identified as excess or slow moving, the Company estimates their market value based on current sales trends. If the projected net sales value is less than cost, on an individual SKU basis, the Company writes down inventory to reflect the lower value. This methodology recognizes projected inventory losses at the time such losses are evident rather than at the time goods are actually sold.

 

5. Prepaid expenses and other current assets

Prepaid expenses and other current assets consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Prepaid expenses

   $ 6,365      $ 8,149  

Other current assets

     97        312  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 6,462      $ 8,461  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

6. Investments

The Company’s investments include certificates of deposit for the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016. The Company’s investments also include marketable securities for the fiscal year ended January 28, 2017. Certificates of deposit are classified as available-for-sale with $7.7 million with maturity dates within one year or less. Investments are stated at fair value. Marketable securities are classified as available-for-sale and consist of corporate bonds with maturity dates less than one year.

Investments consisted of the following as of January 28, 2017:

 

            Gross      Gross      Estimated  
     Cost      Unrealized Gains      Unrealized Losses      Fair Value  
     (in thousands)  

Marketable securities

   $ 3,258      $ —        $ (8    $ 3,250  

Certificates of deposit

     7,675        —          (4      7,671  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total investments

   $ 10,933      $ —        $ (12    $ 10,921  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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Investments consisted of the following as of January 30, 2016:

 

            Gross      Gross      Estimated  
     Cost      Unrealized Gains      Unrealized Losses      Fair Value  
     (in thousands)  

Certificates of deposit

   $ 9,791      $ —        $ (9    $ 9,782  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total investments

   $ 9,791      $ —        $ (9    $ 9,782  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

7. Property and Equipment

Property and equipment consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Furniture, fixtures and equipment

   $ 91,639      $ 84,634  

Buildings and building improvements

     21,359        19,462  

Vehicles

     523        523  

Leasehold improvements

     48,799        46,882  

Land

     9,430        9,430  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

     171,750        160,931  

Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (109,915      (97,023
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 61,835      $ 63,908  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

The above table of property and equipment includes assets held under capital leases as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Furniture, fixtures and equipment

   $ 810      $ 810  

Less: accumulated depreciation and amortization

     (452      (182
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 358      $ 628  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization expense relating to property and equipment amounted to $14.1 million, $13.4 million and $12.0 million for the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively. These amounts include amortization expense for leased property under capital leases.

During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2016, the Company executed a sales agreement, in the amount of $8.2 million, for the sale of its sourcing office building located in Beijing, China. As a result of this transaction, the Company recorded a gain in the amount of $4.5 million, net of expenses of $1.9 million, in the men’s sportswear and swim segment.

 

8. Other Intangible Assets

Trademarks

Trademarks, included in other intangible assets, net, are considered indefinite-lived assets and totaled $184.1 million at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016.

On March 19, 2015, the Company entered into an agreement to sell the intellectual property of its C&C California brand to a third party. The sales price was $2.5 million, which was collected during the first quarter of fiscal 2016. In connection with this transaction, the Company recorded a loss of ($0.7) million in the licensing segment.

 

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On August 1, 2014, the Company entered into a sales agreement, in the amount of $1.3 million, for the sale of Australian, Fiji and New Zealand trademark rights with respect to Jantzen. Payments on the purchase price are due in five installments of $250,000 over a five year period. Interest on the purchase price that remains unpaid will accrue at a rate of 3.5% per annum calculated on an annual basis. The remaining two payments will be paid annually commencing on August 1, 2017, with the final payment to be made on August 1, 2018. As a result of this transaction, the Company recorded a gain of $0.9 million in the licensing segment.

These trademarks are not subject to amortization but are reviewed at least annually for potential impairment. The fair value of each trademark asset is compared to the carrying value of the trademark. The Company recognizes an impairment loss when the estimated fair value of the trademark asset is less than the carrying value. The Company’s impairment test is performed annually during the fourth quarter.

The Company primarily estimates the fair value of the trademarks based on (1) the relief from royalty method for our wholesale business and (2) the yield capitalization method for our licensing business. These methodologies assume that, in lieu of ownership, a third party would be willing to pay a royalty in order to exploit the related benefits of trademark assets. The cash flow models the Company uses to estimate the fair values of its trademarks involve several assumptions. The fair values are considered to be Level 3 fair value measures due to the use of significant unobservable inputs. Changes in these assumptions could materially impact the Company’s fair value estimates. Assumptions critical to the fair value estimates are: (i) discount rates used to derive the present value factors used in determining the fair value of the trademarks; (ii) royalty rates used in the trademark valuations; (iii) projected revenue growth rates; and (iv) projected long-term growth rates used in the derivation of terminal year values. These and other assumptions are impacted by economic conditions and expectations of management and could change in the future based on period-specific facts and circumstances. The Company bases its fair value estimates on assumptions it believes to be reasonable, but which are unpredictable and inherently uncertain.

As a result of the annual trademark impairment analysis performed during the fiscal year ended January 30, 2016, the Company determined that the carrying value of certain trademarks exceeded their estimated fair value. Accordingly, the Company recorded a non-cash, pre-tax charge of $18.2 million to reduce the value of these trademarks, which are assigned to the licensing segment, to their estimated fair values. The impairments resulted from a decline in the future anticipated cash flows from these trademarks, which was due, in part, to the economic challenges and market conditions in the apparel industry at such time. Impairment charges are included in impairment on assets in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. Based on the annual trademark impairment analysis performed during the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017, and January 31, 2015, the Company determined that the estimated fair value of the trademarks exceeded their carrying value.

Goodwill

Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the value assigned to tangible and identifiable intangible assets of businesses acquired and accounted for under the acquisition method. The Company reviews goodwill at least annually for possible impairment during the fourth quarter of each year using a discounted cash flow analysis that requires that certain assumptions and estimates be made regarding industry economic factors and future profitability and cash flows.    The goodwill impairment test is a two-step process that requires the Company to make decisions in determining appropriate assumptions to use in the calculation. The fair values are considered to be Level 3 fair value measures due to the use of significant unobservable inputs. Assumptions critical to the fair value estimates are: (i) discount rates used to derive the present value factors used in determining the fair value of each reporting unit; (ii) projected revenue and expense growth rates; and (iii) projected long-term growth rates used in the derivation of terminal year values. The first step consists of estimating the fair value of each reporting unit and comparing those estimated fair values with the actual carrying values, which include the allocated goodwill. If the estimated fair value is less than the actual carrying value, a second step is performed to compute the amount of the impairment, if any, by determining an “implied fair value” of goodwill. The determination of each reporting unit’s implied fair value of goodwill requires the Company to allocate the estimated fair value of the reporting unit to its assets and liabilities. Any unallocated fair value represents the implied fair value of goodwill, which is compared to its corresponding carrying amount.

Based on the annual goodwill impairment analysis performed during the fiscal year ended January 30, 2016, the Company determined that the carrying value exceeded the estimated fair value of goodwill.

 

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Accordingly, the Company recorded a non-cash, pre-tax charge of $6.0 million, to reduce the value of goodwill, which is assigned to the Women’s Sportswear segment, and is included in impairment on goodwill in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations. The impairments resulted from a decline in the future anticipated cash flows of this acquired business. As of January 30, 2016, the Company no longer carries any goodwill.

Other

Other intangible assets represent customer lists as of:

 

     January 28,
2017
     January 30,
2016
 
       
     (in thousands)  

Customer lists

   $ 8,450      $ 8,450  

Less: accumulated amortization

     (5,545      (4,677
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 2,905      $ 3,773  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

For the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, amortization expense relating to customer lists amounted to approximately $0.9 million, respectively. Other intangible assets are amortized over their estimated useful lives of 10 years. Assuming no impairment, the table sets forth the estimated amortization expense for future periods based on recorded amounts as of January 28, 2017:

 

     (in thousands)  

2018

   $ 835  

2019

     793  

2020

     734  

2021

     543  

 

9. Accrued Expenses and Other Liabilities

Accrued expenses and other liabilities consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,
2017
     January 30,
2016
 
       
     (in thousands)  

Salaries and commissions

   $ 2,684      $ 6,476  

Royalties

     3,868        3,002  

Unearned advertising reimbursement

     1,242        1,999  

Insurance and rent

     3,001        2,532  

State sales and other taxes

     2,218        2,496  

Professional fees

     560        361  

Current portion - real estate mortgages

     862        817  

Other

     6,426        8,814  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 20,861      $ 26,497  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

10. Senior Subordinated Notes Payable

In March 2011, the Company issued $150 million 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes, due April 1, 2019. The proceeds of this offering were used to retire the $150 million 8 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due September 15, 2013 and to repay a portion of the outstanding balance on the senior credit facility. The proceeds to the Company were $146.5 million yielding an effective interest rate of 8.0%.

 

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On April 6, 2015, the Company elected to call for the partial redemption of $100 million of its $150 million 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due 2019 and a notice of redemption was sent to all registered holders of the senior subordinated notes. The redemption terms provided for the payment of a redemption premium of 103.938% of the principal amount redeemed. On May 6, 2015, the Company completed the redemption of the $100 million of its senior subordinated notes. The Company incurred debt extinguishment costs of approximately $5.1 million in connection with the redemption, including the redemption premium as well as the write-off of note issuance costs. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes totaled $49.7 million, net of debt issuance cost in the amount of $0.3 million. At January 30, 2016, the balance of the 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes totaled $49.5 million, net of debt issuance cost in the amount of $0.5 million.

Certain Covenants. The indenture governing the senior subordinated notes contains certain covenants which restrict the Company’s ability and the ability of its subsidiaries to, among other things, incur additional indebtedness in certain circumstances, pay dividends or make other distributions on, redeem or repurchase capital stock, make investments or other restricted payments, create liens on assets to secure debt, engage in transactions with affiliates, and effect a consolidation or merger. The Company is not aware of any non-compliance with any of its covenants in this indenture. The Company could be materially harmed if it violated any covenants because the indenture’s trustee could declare the outstanding notes, together with accrued interest, to be immediately due and payable, which the Company may not be able to satisfy. In addition, a violation could also constitute a cross-default under the senior credit facility, the letter of credit facility and the real estate mortgages resulting in all of the Company’s debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which it may not be able to satisfy.

 

11. Senior Credit Facility

On April 22, 2015, the Company amended and restated its existing senior credit facility (the “Credit Facility”), with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, as agent for the lenders, and Bank of America, N.A., as syndication agent. The Credit Facility provides a revolving credit facility of up to an aggregate amount of $200 million. The Credit Facility has been extended through April 30, 2020 (“Maturity Date”). In connection with this amendment and restatement, the Company paid fees in the amount of $0.6 million. These fees will be amortized over the term of the credit facility as interest expense. At January 28, 2017, the Company had outstanding borrowings of $22.5 million under the Credit Facility. At January 30, 2016, the Company had outstanding borrowings of $61.8 million under the Credit Facility.

Certain Covenants. The Credit Facility contains certain financial and other covenants, which, among other things, require the Company to maintain a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio if availability falls below certain thresholds. The Company is not aware of any non-compliance with any of its covenants in this Credit Facility. These covenants may restrict its ability and the ability of its subsidiaries to, among other things, incur additional indebtedness and liens in certain circumstances, redeem or repurchase capital stock, make certain investments or sell assets. The Company may pay cash dividends subject to certain restrictions set forth in the covenants including, but not limited to, meeting a minimum excess availability threshold and no occurrence of a default. The Company could be materially harmed if it violates any covenants, as the lenders under the Credit Facility could declare all amounts outstanding, together with accrued interest, to be immediately due and payable. If the Company is unable to repay those amounts, the lenders could proceed against its assets and the assets of its subsidiaries that are borrowers or guarantors. In addition, a covenant violation that is not cured or waived by the lenders could also constitute a cross-default under certain of its other outstanding indebtedness, such as the indenture relating to its 7 7 / 8 % senior subordinated notes due April 1, 2019, its letter of credit facilities, or its real estate mortgage loans. A cross-default could result in all of the Company’s debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which it may not be able to satisfy. Additionally, the Credit Facility includes a subjective acceleration clause if a “material adverse change” in the Company’s business occurs. The Company believes that the likelihood of the lender exercising this right is remote.

Borrowing Base. Borrowings under the Credit Facility are limited to a borrowing base calculation, which generally restricts the outstanding balance to the sum of (a) 87.5% of eligible receivables plus (b) 87.5% of eligible foreign accounts up to $1.5 million plus (c) the lesser of (i) the inventory loan limit, which equals 80% of the maximum credit under the Credit Facility at the time, (ii) a maximum of 70.0% of eligible finished goods inventory with an inventory limit not to exceed $125 million, or 90.0% of the net recovery percentage (as defined in the Credit Facility) of eligible inventory.

 

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Interest. Interest on the outstanding principal balance drawn under the Credit Facility accrues at the prime rate and at the rate quoted by the agent for Eurodollar loans. The margin adjusts quarterly, in a range of 0.50% to 1.00% for prime rate loans and 1.50% to 2.00% for Eurodollar loans, based on the previous quarterly average of excess availability plus excess cash on the last day of the previous quarter.

Security. As security for the indebtedness under the Credit Facility, the Company granted to the lenders a first priority security interest (subject to liens permitted under the Credit Facility to be senior thereto) in substantially all of its existing and future assets, including, without limitation, accounts receivable, inventory, deposit accounts, general intangibles, equipment and capital stock or membership interests, as the case may be, of certain subsidiaries, and real estate but excluding its non-U.S. subsidiaries and all of its trademark portfolio.

 

12. Letter of Credit Facilities

As of January 28, 2017, the Company maintained one U.S. dollar letter of credit facility totaling $30.0 million. Each documentary letter of credit is secured primarily by the consignment of merchandise in transit under that letter of credit and certain subordinated liens on the Company’s assets.

During the third quarter of fiscal 2017, one letter of credit facility totaling, $0.3 million utilized by the Company’s United Kingdom subsidiary, expired and has not been renewed. During fiscal 2016, a $15.0 million line of credit expired and was not renewed.

Amounts under letter of credit facilities consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,
2017
     January 30,
2016
 
       
     (in thousands)  

Total letter of credit facilities

   $ 30,000      $ 30,286  

Outstanding letters of credit

     (10,788      (11,395
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total credit available

   $ 19,212      $ 18,891  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

13. Real Estate Mortgages

In July 2010, the Company paid off its then existing real estate mortgage loan and refinanced its main administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility in Miami with a $13.0 million mortgage loan. The loan was due on August 1, 2020. In July 2013, the Company amended the mortgage loan agreement to modify the interest rate. The interest rate was reduced to 3.9% per annum and the terms were restated to reflect new monthly payments of principal and interest of $69,000, based on a 25-year amortization, with the outstanding principal due at maturity.

In November 2016, the Company paid off its existing real estate mortgage loan and refinanced its main administrative office, warehouse and distribution facility in Miami with a $21.7 million mortgage loan. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $112,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity. In connection with the payoff described above, the Company wrote-off debt costs in the amount of $0.2 million. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the real estate mortgage loan totaled $21.4 million, net of discount, of which $536,000 is due within one year.

In June 2006, the Company entered into a mortgage loan for $15 million secured by the Company’s Tampa facility. The loan was due on January 23, 2019. In January 2014, the Company amended the mortgage loan to modify the interest rate. The interest rate was reduced to 3.25% per annum and the terms were restated to reflect new monthly payments of principal and interest of approximately $68,000, based on a 20-year amortization, with the outstanding principal due at maturity.

 

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In November 2016, the Company amended the mortgage loan to increase the amount to $13.2 million. The loan is due on November 22, 2026. The interest rate is 3.715% per annum. Monthly payments of principal and interest approximate $68,000, based on a 25-year amortization with the outstanding principal due at maturity. At January 28, 2017, the balance of the real estate mortgage loan totaled $13.0 million, net of discount, of which approximately $326,000 is due within one year.

The Company used the excess funds generated from the new mortgage loans described above to pay down its senior credit facility.

The real estate mortgage loans contain certain covenants. The Company is not aware of any non-compliance with any of the covenants. If the Company violates any covenants, the lender under the real estate mortgage loan could declare all amounts outstanding thereunder to be immediately due and payable, which the Company may not be able to satisfy. A covenant violation could constitute a cross-default under the Company’s senior credit facility, the letter of credit facility and the indenture relating to its senior subordinated notes resulting in all of its debt obligations becoming immediately due and payable, which the Company may not be able to satisfy.

The contractual maturities of the real estate mortgages are as follows:

Fiscal year ending:

 

     Amount  
     (in thousands)  

2018

   $ 862  

2019

     896  

2020

     930  

2021

     962  

2022

     1,003  

Thereafter

     30,087  
  

 

 

 
     34,740  

Less discount

     (287
  

 

 

 

Total

   $ 34,453  
  

 

 

 

 

14. Retirement Plan

The Company has a 401(k) Plan (the “Plan”), which includes a discretionary Company match that has ranged from 0% to 50% of the first 6% contributed to the Plan by eligible employees. Eligible employees may participate in the Plan upon the attainment of age 21, and completion of three continuous months of service. Participants may elect to contribute up to 60% of their compensation, subject to maximum statutory limits. The Company’s discretionary contributions to the Plan were approximately $1.0 million for the fiscal years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015.

 

15. Benefit Plans

The Company sponsored two qualified pension plans as a result of the Perry Ellis Menswear acquisition that occurred in June 2003. The plans were frozen and merged as of December 31, 2003.

During fiscal 2015, the Board of Directors resolved to terminate the pension plan. As of January 28, 2017, the Company satisfied the regulatory requirements prescribed by the Internal Revenue Service and the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation and the distribution of plan assets was completed. The pension plan has been fully terminated.

 

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The following tables provide a reconciliation of the changes in the plans’ benefit obligations and fair value of assets over the plan years beginning January 30, 2016, and ended January 28, 2017, and a statement of the funded status as of January 28, 2017.

 

Salant Corporation Retirement Plan              
FAS 132 Disclosure              
     January 28,      January 30,  

For the fiscal year ended:

   2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Change in benefit obligation

     

Benefit obligation at beginning of plan year

   $ 30,971      $ 45,829  

Service cost

     250        250  

Interest cost

     403        1,349  

Actuarial loss

     (834      1,097  

Lump sums plus annuities paid

     (30,790      (17,554
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Benefit obligation at end of plan year

   $ —        $ 30,971  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Change in plan assets

     

Fair value of plan assets at beginning of plan year

   $ 18,864      $ 36,899  

Actual return on plan assets

     173        (522

Company contributions

     11,753        41  

Lump sums plus annuities paid

     (30,790      (17,554
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Fair value of plan assets at end of plan year

   $ —        $ 18,864  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Unfunded status at end of plan year

   $ —        $ 12,107  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

The net unfunded amount is classified as a liability in the caption deferred pension obligation on the consolidated balance sheet. At January 28, 2017, there was no deferred loss included in accumulated other comprehensive loss. At January 30, 2016, the deferred loss included in accumulated other comprehensive loss was $11.1 million before tax and $7.4 million on an after-tax basis.

The following table provides the components of net benefit cost for the plans for the fiscal years ended:

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Service cost

   $ 250      $ 250      $ 250  

Interest cost

     403        1,349        1,635  

Expected return on plan assets

     (262      (2,631      (2,398

Settlement

     9,918        4,427        —    

Amortization of unrecognized net loss

     464        538        399  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net periodic benefit cost

   $ 10,773      $ 3,933      $ (114
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The prior service costs are amortized on a straight-line basis over the average remaining service period of active participants. Gains and losses in excess of 10% of the greater of the benefit obligation and the market-related value of assets are amortized over the average remaining service period of active participants.

The settlement charges of $9.9 million in fiscal 2017 were the result of lump sum distributions from the plan’s assets following the termination of the plan. The settlement charges of $4.4 million in fiscal 2016 were the result of lump sum distributions from the plan’s assets in fiscal 2016 in anticipation of the plan’s termination in fiscal 2017.

The assumptions used in the measurement of the Company’s benefit obligation are shown in the following table for the plan years ended:

 

     January 28,     January 30,  
     2017     2016  

Discount rate

     3.19     3.19

Rate of compensation increase

     N/A       N/A  

 

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The assumptions used in the measurement of the net periodic benefit cost are as follows:

 

     January 28,     January 30,  
     2017     2016  

Discount rate

     3.19     3.05

Expected return on plan assets

     4.25     7.50

Rate of compensation increase

     N/A       N/A  

The pension plan weighted-average asset allocations by asset category are as follows:

Plan Assets

 

     January 28,     January 30,  
     2017     2016  

Asset category:

    

Debt securities

     0.00     35.00

Cash

     0.00     65.00
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

     0.00     100.00
  

 

 

   

 

 

 

The Company’s Investment Committee establishes investment guidelines and strategies, and regularly monitors the performance of the investments. The Company’s investment strategy with respect to pension assets is to invest the assets in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The primary objectives for the Company’s pension assets are to (1) provide for a reasonable amount of growth of capital, without undue exposure to risk; and protect the assets from erosion of purchasing power, and (2) provide investment results that meet or exceed the plans’ actuarially assumed rate of return.

The fair value of plan assets by asset category is as follows:

 

     Fair Value Measurements
At January 30, 2016
        
     Level 1      Level 2      Level 3      Total  
     (in thousands)         

Asset category:

           

Debt securities

   $ 6,602      $ —        $ —        $ 6,602  

Cash

     12,262        —          —          12,262  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 18,864      $ —        $ —        $ 18,864  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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16. Unearned Revenues and Other Long-Term Liabilities

Unearned revenues and other long-term liabilities consisted of the following as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Deferred rent long-term

   $ 12,261      $ 12,848  

Long-term incentive compensation

     5,763        1,464  

Other

     247        541  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 18,271      $ 14,853  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

17. Income Taxes

For financial reporting purposes, income (loss) before income tax provision (benefit) includes the following components:

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Domestic

   $ 8,873      $ (19,447    $ 1,404  

Foreign

     6,033        11,723        7,213  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 14,906      $ (7,724    $ 8,617  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The income tax provision (benefit) consisted of the following components for each of the years ended:

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Current income taxes:

  

Federal

   $ (2,748    $ 5      $ 398  

State

     (286      205        505  

Foreign

     1,215        1,939        1,159  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total current income taxes

     (1,819      2,149        2,062  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Deferred income taxes:

        

Federal

     2,147        (2,246      41,225  

State

     (47      (617      2,974  

Foreign

     108        282        (469
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total deferred income taxes

     2,208        (2,581      43,730  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total

   $ 389      $ (432    $ 45,792  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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The Company’s effective income tax rate was as follows for each of the years ended:

 

     January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
     2017     2016     2015  

Statutory federal income tax rate

     35.0     35.0     35.0

(Decrease) increase resulting from State income taxes, net of federal income tax benefit

     (1.1 %)      5.2     (1.7 %) 

Foreign tax rate differential

     (9.7 %)      35.9     (28.8 %) 

Change in reserves

     0.6     (2.2 %)      3.3

Change in valuation allowance

     (8.0 %)      (38.6 %)      506.9

Non-deductible items

     9.5     (32.2 %)      14.7

Prior year tax provision adjustments

     2.5     1.8     (0.6 %) 

Change in deferred rate

     (0.6 %)      4.1     (0.4 %) 

Pension termination benefit

     (25.2 %)      0.0     0.0

Other

     (0.4 %)      (3.4 %)      3.0
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

     2.6     5.6     531.4
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Deferred income taxes are provided for the temporary differences between financial reporting basis and the tax basis of the Company’s assets and liabilities. The tax effects of temporary differences were as follows, as of the years ended:

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

Deferred tax assets:

     

Inventory

   $ 5,104      $ 6,251  

Accounts receivable

     1,306        1,295  

Accrued expenses

     8,208        7,930  

Net operating losses

     19,294        19,882  

Deferred pension obligation

     —          4,741  

Stock compensation

     2,882        3,497  

Fixed assets

     7,474        7,142  

Intangible assets

     3,122        3,681  

Other

     4,354        4,434  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 
     51,744        58,853  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Deferred tax liabilities:

     

Intangible assets

     (38,869      (36,642

Prepaid expenses

     (1,604      (1,993
  

 

 

    

 

 

 
     (40,473      (38,635
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Valuation allowance

     (48,052      (54,791
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net deferred tax liability

   $ (36,781    $ (34,573
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

During fiscal 2009, the Company initially recorded a $1.0 million deferred tax asset with realized and unrealized losses associated with marketable securities. Management believes it is more likely than not that the related deferred tax asset associated with these losses will not be realized due to tax limitations imposed on the utilization of capital losses. During fiscal 2014, the deferred tax asset associated with these losses was reduced by $0.1 million relating to the expiration of capital loss carryforwards and the reassessment of the deferred tax rate. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with the unrealized losses associated with marketable securities for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $0.9 million, respectively.

 

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During fiscal years 2017 and 2016, the Company realized tax-effected losses of $0.6 million and $0.1 million, respectively, associated with the operations of its U.K. subsidiary. The fiscal 2017 loss of $0.6 million includes a true-up for the utilization of net operating losses based on the fiscal 2016 tax computation. For U.K. tax purposes, the operating loss has an indefinite carryforward period. Based upon operating results from the three most recent fiscal years, including fiscal 2017, management of the Company has determined that its U.K. subsidiary represents a cumulative loss company. Therefore, management has determined that a valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets is necessary. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with the U.K. operating loss carryforward for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $2.3 million and $2.1 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017, the net increase in valuation allowance was $0.2 million, which was attributable to an increase in the valuation allowance related to the fiscal 2017 loss of $0.9 million and a decrease in the valuation allowance of $0.7 million related to the fiscal 2016 true-up, changes in the foreign exchange rate, and a change in the enacted rate. There is no tax benefit associated with the increase of $0.2 million as the asset and the valuation allowance changes offset each other.

During fiscal years 2017 and 2016, the Company realized tax-effected losses of $0.1 million and $0.2 million, respectively, associated with the operations of its Hong Kong subsidiary. Based upon operating results from the three most recent fiscal years, including fiscal 2017, management of the Company has determined that its Hong Kong subsidiary represents a cumulative loss company. Therefore, management has determined that a valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets is necessary. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with the Hong Kong subsidiary for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $1.2 million and $1.0 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017, the increase in the valuation allowance was $0.2 million, which was attributable to the addition of the fiscal 2017 loss and the difference between the actual and estimated prior year losses. There is no tax expense associated with the increase of $0.2 million as the asset and the valuation allowance changes offset each other.

During fiscal years 2017 and 2016, the Company realized tax-effected losses of $0.4 million and $0.2 million, respectively, associated with the operations of its Mexican subsidiary. Based upon operating results from the three most recent fiscal years, including fiscal 2017, management of the Company has determined that its Mexican subsidiary represents a cumulative loss company. Therefore, management has determined that a valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets is necessary. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with the Mexican subsidiary for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $0.6 million and $0.6 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017, the increase in the valuation allowance associated with the fiscal 2017 loss was offset by a decrease in the valuation allowance related to the changes in the foreign exchange rate, and differences between the actual and estimated prior year loss. There is no tax benefit associated with any change in the deferred tax asset as the asset and the valuation allowance changes offset each other.

In connection with the 2003 Perry Ellis Menswear acquisition, the Company originally acquired a net deferred tax asset of approximately $53.5 million, net of a $20.3 million valuation allowance. Additionally, the acquisition of Perry Ellis Menswear caused an “ownership change” for federal income tax purposes. As a result, the use of any net operating losses existing at the date of the ownership change to offset future taxable income of the Company is limited by Section 382 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (“Section 382”). As of the acquisition date, Perry Ellis Menswear had available federal net operating losses of which approximately $56.0 million expired unutilized as a result of the annual usage limitations under Section 382.

The Company had available at January 28, 2017, a net federal operating tax loss carry-forward of approximately $32.2 million and an additional $1.3 million of net operating tax loss carry-forward from stock options, which will benefit additional paid-in capital when the loss is utilized.

 

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The following table reflects the expiration of the remaining federal net operating losses:

 

Fiscal Year

   (in thousands)  

2018

   $ 5,386  

2019 - 2024

     20,893  

2025 - 2028

     —    

Thereafter

     5,955  
  

 

 

 
   $ 32,234  
  

 

 

 

In addition to the Company’s U.S. federal net operating loss, the Company has reflected in its income tax provision deferred tax assets associated with net operating losses generated in various U.S. state jurisdictions. However, with respect to jurisdictions where the Company either has limited operations or statutory limitations on the use of acquired net operating losses, the ability to utilize such losses is restricted. Therefore, management has determined that a valuation allowance for deferred income tax assets is necessary, as the assets are not expected to be fully realized. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with U.S. state net operating losses in states where use is restricted for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $3.2 million and $2.7 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017, the valuation allowance increased by $0.5 and during fiscal 2016 the valuation allowance did not change.

At the end of fiscal 2017, the Company had a $1.3 million deferred tax asset relating to charitable contribution carryovers. These charitable contributions originated in fiscal years 2013 through 2017. Management believes it is more likely than not that the deferred tax asset associated with the charitable contributions that originated in 2013 through 2017 will not be realized during the carryforward period, which begins to expire in fiscal year 2018. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with charitable contributions whose use will be restricted due to carryforward limitations for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $1.3 million and $1.3 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017 the valuation allowance did not change and during fiscal 2016 the valuation allowance decreased by $0.1 million.

At the end of fiscal 2017, the Company maintained a $38.6 million valuation allowance against its remaining domestic deferred tax asset; including, but not limited to, the federal net operating loss carryforward and the U.S. state net operating loss carryforwards, whose utilization is not restricted by factors beyond the Company’s control. The establishment of valuation allowances and development of projected annual effective tax rates requires significant judgment and is impacted by various estimates. Both positive and negative evidence, as well as the objectivity and verifiability of that evidence, is considered in determining the appropriateness of recording a valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. Although the Company recognized pretax earnings during fiscal 2017, by itself that does not represent sufficient positive evidence that its deferred tax asset will be realized to warrant the Company removing the valuation allowances established against the U.S. deferred tax assets. Additionally, the Company’s cumulative pretax results for the past 36 months still remain in a loss position. The Company would be able to remove the valuation allowances in future periods when positive evidence outweighs the negative evidence from the relevant look-back period. However, the actual timing and amount of potential removal of the valuation allowances currently cannot be reliably estimated. The short-term consequence of being unable to record deferred tax benefits may cause the Company’s effective tax rate to change significantly from period to period. The balance of the valuation allowance associated with the remaining deferred tax assets whose utilization is not restricted by factors beyond the Company’s control, for fiscal 2017 and 2016 was $38.6 million and $46.2 million, respectively. During fiscal 2017 and 2016, the valuation allowance decreased by $7.6 million and increased $3.8 million, respectively.

Deferred taxes have not been recognized on approximately $79.7 million of unremitted earnings of certain foreign subsidiaries of the Company based on the “indefinite reversal” criteria. No provision is made for income tax that would be payable upon the distribution of earnings, and it is not practicable to determine the amount of the related unrecognized deferred income tax liability because of the complexity of the hypothetical calculation.

 

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The federal and state income tax provisions do not reflect the tax savings resulting from deductions associated with the Company’s stock option plans. These savings were $0, $0, and ($0.2) million for fiscal 2017, 2016 and 2015, respectively.

The Company or one of its subsidiaries files income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction, and various states and foreign jurisdictions. The Company’s U.S. federal income tax returns for fiscal 2011 through 2017 are open tax years. The statute of limitations related to the Company’s 2011, 2012 and 2013 U.S. federal tax years was extended by agreement with the Internal Revenue Service until June 30, 2018. The Company’s state and foreign tax filings are subject to varying statutes of limitations. The Company’s unrecognized state tax benefits are related to state tax returns open from 2006 through 2017, depending on each state’s particular statute of limitation. As of January 28, 2017, the examination by the Internal Revenue Service for the Company’s 2011, 2012, and 2013 U.S. federal tax years is still ongoing. The Company received a Notice of Proposed Adjustment from the Internal Revenue Service which proposed adjustments to taxable income for fiscal 2011, 2012 and 2013 of $6.1 million, $5.3 million and $6.8 million respectively. The Company has not established uncertain tax position reserves related to this matter as the Company believes its positions will be sustained upon appeal or, if necessary, through litigation. Furthermore, various other state and local income tax returns are also under examination by taxing authorities.

As of January 30, 2016, the Company had a $1.1 million liability recorded for unrecognized tax benefits, which included interest and penalties of $0.2 million. As of January 28, 2017, the Company had a $1.2 million liability recorded for unrecognized tax benefits, which included interest and penalties of $0.3 million. All of the unrecognized tax benefits, if recognized, would affect the Company’s effective tax rate.

A reconciliation of the beginning balance of the Company’s unrecognized tax benefits and the ending amount of the unrecognized tax benefits is as follows as of:

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Balance at beginning of period

   $ 1,091      $ 1,018      $ 841  

Additions based on tax positions related to the current year

     87        98        80  

Deductions based on tax positions related to the current year

     —          —          (7

Additions for tax positions of prior years

     33        123        327  

Reductions for tax positions of prior years

     (29      (2      (46

Reductions due to lapses of statutes of limitations

     —          (49      —    

Settlements

     —          (97      (177
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Balance at end of period

   $ 1,182      $ 1,091      $ 1,018  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

The Company recognizes interest and penalties accrued related to unrecognized tax benefits as a component of income tax expense. During fiscal 2017, there was a $0.1 million increase in interest and penalties, comparatively. For fiscal 2016 and 2015, the Company recognized approximately $0.0 million and $0.1 million in interest and penalties, respectively. The Company had approximately $0.3 million and $0.2 million for the payment of interest and penalties accrued at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, respectively.

In the next twelve months it is reasonably possible the Company could resolve the examinations related to the 2011, 2012 and 2013 tax years.

 

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18. Fair Value Measurements

Accounts receivable, accounts payable, accrued interest payable and accrued expenses. The carrying amounts reported in the consolidated balance sheets approximate fair value due to the short-term nature of these instruments.

Investments. (classified within Level 1 and 2 of the valuation hierarchy) – The carrying amounts of the available-for-sale investments are measured at fair value on a recurring basis in the consolidated balance sheets.

Real estate mortgages. (classified within Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy) - The carrying amounts of the real estate mortgages were approximately $34.5 million and $22.0 million at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, respectively. The carrying values of the real estate mortgages at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, approximate their fair values since the interest rates approximate market.

Senior credit facility. The carrying amount of the senior credit facility approximates fair value due to the frequent resets of its floating interest rate.

Senior subordinated notes payable. (classified within Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy) - The carrying amounts of the 77/8% senior subordinated notes payable were approximately $49.7 million and $49.5 million at January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, respectively. The fair value of the 77/8% senior subordinated notes payable was approximately $50.1 million and $49.0 million as of January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016, respectively, based on quoted market prices.

See footnote 20 to the consolidated financial statements for disclosure of the fair value and line item caption of derivative instruments recorded in the consolidated balance sheets.

These estimated fair value amounts have been determined using available market information and appropriate valuation methods.

 

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19. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss

Changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss by component, net of tax, are as follows:

 

    Unrealized     Foreign     Unrealized     Unrealized        
    Loss on     Currency Translation     Loss on     Loss on        
    Pension Liability     Adjustments, Net     Investments     Forward Contract     Total  
    (in thousands)        

Balance, January 30, 2016

  $ (7,368   $ (7,131   $ (9   $ —       $ (14,508

Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications

    (313     (2,771     (3     (181     (3,268

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

    7,681       —         —         —         7,681  
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance, January 28, 2017

  $ —       $ (9,902   $ (12   $ (181   $ (10,095
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

    Unrealized     Foreign     Unrealized        
    Loss on     Currency Translation     Gain (Loss) on        
    Pension Liability     Adjustments, Net     Investments     Total  
    (in thousands)  

Balance, January 31, 2015

  $ (8,085   $ (4,774   $ 7     $ (12,852

Other comprehensive loss (income) before reclassifications

    (4,248     (2,357     (16     (6,621

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

    4,965       —         —         4,965  
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance, January 30, 2016

  $ (7,368   $ (7,131   $ (9   $ (14,508
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 
    Unrealized     Foreign     Unrealized        
    Loss on     Currency Translation     (Loss) Gain on        
    Pension Liability     Adjustments, Net     Investments     Total  
    (in thousands)  

Balance, February 1, 2014

  $ (5,866   $ (1,563   $ (39   $ (7,468

Other comprehensive (loss) income before reclassifications

    (2,618     (3,211     46       (5,783

Amounts reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss

    399       —         —         399  
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Balance, January 31, 2015

  $ (8,085   $ (4,774   $ 7     $ (12,852
 

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

A summary of the impact on the consolidated statements of operations line items is as follows:

 

        January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  
   

Statement of Operations Location

  2017     2016     2015  
        (in thousands)              

Amortization of defined benefit pension items:

       

Actuarial losses

  Selling, general and administrative expenses   $ 464     $ 538     $ 399  

Lump sum settlement

  Selling, general and administrative expenses     10,977       4,427       —    

Tax benefit

  Income tax benefit     (3,760     —         —    
   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total, net of tax

    $ 7,681     $ 4,965     $ 399  
   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

  20. Derivative Financial Instrument – Cash Flow Hedges

The Company has a risk management policy to manage foreign currency risk relating to inventory purchases by its subsidiaries that are denominated in foreign currencies. As such, the Company may employ hedging and derivative strategies to limit the effects of changes in foreign currency on its operating income and cash flows. The financial impact of these hedging instruments is primarily offset by corresponding changes in the underlying exposures being hedged. The Company achieves this by closely matching the notional amount, term and conditions of the derivative instrument with the underlying risk being hedged. The Company does not use derivative instruments for trading or speculative purposes.

For derivatives that will be accounted for as hedging instruments, the Company formally designates and documents at inception the financial instrument as a hedge of a specific underlying exposure, the risk management objective and the strategy for undertaking the hedge transaction. In addition, the Company will formally assess at least quarterly whether the financial instruments used in hedging are “highly effective” at

 

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offsetting changes in cash flows of the related underlying exposures. For purposes of assessing hedge effectiveness, the Company uses the forward method, and assesses effectiveness based on the changes in both spot and forward points of the hedging instrument. If and when a derivative is no longer expected to be “highly effective,” hedge accounting is discontinued and hedge ineffectiveness, if any, is included in current period earnings. As of January 28, 2017, there was no hedge ineffectiveness.

The Company’s United Kingdom subsidiary is exposed to foreign currency risk from inventory purchases. In order to mitigate the financial risk of settlement of inventory at various prices based on movement of the U.S. dollar against the British pound, the Company entered into foreign currency forward exchange contracts (the “Hedging Instruments”). These are formally designated and “highly effective” as cash flow hedges. The Company will hedge approximately 45% of its U.S. dollar denominated purchases. All changes in the Hedging Instruments’ fair value associated with inventory purchases are recorded in equity as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income until the underlying hedged item is reclassified to earnings. The Company records the foreign currency forward exchange contracts at fair value in its Consolidated Balance Sheets. The cash flows from derivative instruments that are designated as cash flow hedges are classified in the same category as the cash flows from the underlying hedged items. In the event that hedge accounting is discontinued, cash flows subsequent to the date of discontinuance are classified within investing activities. The Company considers the classification of the underlying hedged item’s cash flows in determining the classification for the designated derivative instrument’s cash flows. The Company classifies derivative instrument cash flows from hedges of foreign currency risk on the settlement of inventory as operating activities.

The Company’s Hedging Instruments were classified within Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy. The following table summarizes the effects, fair value and balance sheet classification of the Company’s Hedging Instruments.

 

        January 28,     January 30,  

Derivatives Designated As Hedging Instruments

 

Balance sheet location

  2017     2016  
        (in thousands)  

Foreign currency forward exchange contract (inventory purchases)

  Accounts payable   $ 181     $ —    
   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total

    $ 181     $ —    
   

 

 

   

 

 

 

The following table summarizes the effect and classification of the Company’s Hedging Instruments.

 

    Statement of   January 28,     January 30,     January 31,  

Derivatives Designated As Hedging Instruments

 

Operations Location

  2017     2016     2015  
        (in thousands)  

Foreign currency forward exchange contract (inventory purchases):

       

Gain reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to income

  Cost of goods sold   $ (135   $ —       $ —    
   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

At January 28, 2017, the notional amount outstanding of foreign exchange forward contracts was $15.0 million. Such contracts expire through January 2018. There were no outstanding Hedging Instruments at January 30, 2016.

At January 28, 2017, accumulated other comprehensive loss included a $0.2 million net deferred loss for Hedging Instruments that are expected to be reclassified during the next 12 months. The net deferred loss will be reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive loss to costs of goods sold when the inventory is sold.

 

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21. Related Party Transactions

The Company leases approximately 16,000 square feet for administrative offices, and leased approximately 50,000 square feet for warehouse distribution and retail, at facilities owned by its Executive Chairman of the Board, George Feldenkreis. These facilities were designed specifically for use by the Company and were originally leased by the Company under a 10-year lease for the office space and a 10-year lease for the warehouse and retail space. These facilities are in close proximity to the Company’s Miami, Florida headquarters. During the first half of fiscal 2015, the Company amended the leases to extend the term for five years, beginning July 1, 2014 and expiring June 30, 2019. Pursuant to those amendments, beginning July 1, 2014, the basic monthly rent became $41,750 and increases 3% on the first month of each of the remaining 12-month periods during the extended term.

Rent expense, including insurance and taxes, for these leases amounted to approximately $487,000, or $9.87 per square foot, and $610,000, or $9.25 per square foot, for the years ended, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively.

As of October 1, 2014, the Company transitioned its operations out of the warehouse space. In order to minimize the costs associated with an early termination of the lease relating to the warehouse and retail space, the Company engaged a real estate broker to assist it in finding a replacement tenant and agreed to be responsible for the related brokerage fees incurred of approximately $215,000. The retained broker identified a new tenant for the warehouse and retail space that is unrelated to the Company. The Company entered into a lease termination agreement relating to the warehouse and retail space on April 13, 2015. The Company incurred $180,000 of lease termination fees, including costs related to certain tenant improvements such as painting the interior and exterior of the building and improvements to the parking lot, which were agreed upon in order to induce the new tenant to lease the space and allow the Company to terminate the lease prior to its expiration.

Because of the termination of the warehouse and retail lease, the basic monthly rent has been reduced to $14,666 and will increase 3% on the first of each of the remaining 12-month periods during the extended term. Rent expense, including insurance and taxes, for the updated lease amounted to approximately $243,000, or $15.19 per square foot, for the year ended January 28, 2017.

During the years ended January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015, the Company chartered an aircraft from a third party aircraft charter business, who chartered the aircraft from an entity controlled by the Executive Chairman and the Chief Executive Officer. The Company paid $42,000 and $1.6 million for flights related to the aircraft owned by Executive Chairman and the Chief Executive Officer for the years ended January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015, respectively. There were no payments made in fiscal 2017.

The Company is a party to licensing agreements with Isaco International, Inc. (“Isaco”), pursuant to which Isaco has been granted the exclusive license to use various Perry Ellis trademarks in the United States and Puerto Rico to market a line of men’s underwear, hosiery and loungewear. The principal shareholder of Isaco is the father-in-law of the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Royalty income earned from the Isaco license agreements amounted to approximately $2.2 million, $2.1 million and $2.3 million for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively. Advertising reimbursements from the Isaco license agreements amounted to approximately $0.5 million for each of the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015. In addition, the Company has purchased product from Isaco for sales in its direct-to-consumer business. Total product purchased amounted to approximately $0.6 million, $0.7 million and $0.8 million for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively.

The Company is a party to an agreement with Sprezzatura Insurance Group LLC. Joseph Hanono, the nephew of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer, is a member of Sprezzatura Insurance Group. The Company paid under this agreement, to this third party $0.8 million $0.9 million and $1.0 million in premiums for property and casualty insurance for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively.

 

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The Company appointed Alexandra Wilson, co-founder and at such time Head of Strategic Alliances of Gilt Groupe, Inc., to the Board of Directors effective February 20, 2014. Gilt is the innovative online shopping destination founded in 2007, offering highly-coveted luxury lifestyle products and experiences to over eight million members. The Company’s net sales to Gilt were $0.6 million for the year ended January 31, 2015. After December 2014, Alexandra Wilson was no longer an officer or director of Gilt Groupe, Inc.

 

22. Equity

During the third quarter of fiscal 2017, the Board of Directors extended the stock repurchase program to authorize the Company to purchase, from time to time and as market and business conditions warranted, up to $70 million of the Company’s common stock for cash in the open market or in privately negotiated transactions through October 31, 2018. Although the Board of Directors allocated a maximum of $70 million to carry out the program, the Company is not obligated to purchase any specific number of outstanding shares and will reevaluate the program on an ongoing basis. Total purchases under the plan to date amount to approximately $60.8 million. Purchases of treasury shares are subject to certain covenants under the senior credit facility and the indenture governing the senior subordinated notes. See footnotes 10 and 11 to the consolidated financial statements for further information.

During fiscal 2017, 2016 and 2015, the Company repurchased shares of its common stock at a cost of $2.2 million, $7.0 million and $8.8 million, respectively. There were no treasury shares outstanding as of January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016.

During fiscal 2017, the Company retired shares of treasury stock recorded at a cost of approximately $2.2 million. Accordingly, the Company reduced common stock and additional paid-in-capital by $1,000 and $2.2 million, respectively.

During fiscal 2016, the Company retired shares of treasury stock recorded at a cost of approximately $22.7 million. Accordingly, the Company reduced common stock and additional paid-in-capital by $11,000 and $22.7 million, respectively.

 

23. Stock Options, SARS and Restricted Shares

In 2005, the Company adopted the 2005 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan (the “2005 Plan”). The 2005 Plan allowed the Company to grant options and other awards to purchase or receive up to an aggregate of 2,250,000 shares of the Company’s common stock, reduced by any awards outstanding under the 2002 Plan. On March 13, 2008, the Board of Directors unanimously adopted an amendment and restatement of the 2005 Plan that increased the number of shares available for grants to an aggregate of 4,750,000 shares of common stock. On March 17, 2011, the Board of Directors unanimously adopted the second amendment and restatement of the 2005 Plan, which increased the number of shares available for grants by an additional 500,000 shares to an aggregate of 5,250,000 shares of common stock. On May 20, 2015, the Board of Directors unanimously adopted, subject to shareholder approval at the annual meeting, the Perry Ellis International, Inc. 2015 Long Term Incentive Compensation Plan, which is an amendment and restatement of the 2005 Plan (the “2015 Plan, and collectively with the 2002 Plan and the prior 2005 Plan, as amended, the “Stock Plans”). The amendment was approved by the shareholders at the Company’s 2015 annual meeting.

The 2015 Plan extends the term of the 2005 Plan until July 17, 2025 as well as increases the number of shares of common stock reserved for issuance by an additional 1,000,000 shares to an aggregate of 6,250,000 shares.

The Stock Plans are designed to serve as an incentive for attracting and retaining qualified and competent employees, officers, directors, consultants, and other persons who provide services to the Company.

The 2015 Plan provides for grants of, among other securities, restricted stock, stock appreciation rights or SARS, Incentive Stock Options and Nonstatutory Stock Options. An Incentive Stock Option is an option to purchase common stock, which meets the requirements set forth under Section 422 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended (“Section 422”). A Nonstatutory Stock Option is an option to purchase common stock, which meets the requirements of the 2015 Plan, but does not meet the definition of an “incentive stock option” under Section 422.

 

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The 2015 Plan is administered by the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors (the “Committee”), which is comprised of two or more non-employee directors. Subject to the terms of the 2015 Plan, the Committee determines the participants, the allotment of shares to participants, and the term of the options. The Committee also determines the exercise price and certain other terms of the options; provided, however that the per share exercise price of options granted under the 2015 Plan may not be less than the fair market value of the common stock on the date of grant, and in the case of an Incentive Stock Option granted to a 10% shareholder, the per share exercise price cannot be less than 110% of the fair market value of the common stock on the date of grant.

The following table lists information regarding shares under the 2015 Plan as of January 28, 2017:

 

     Shares Underlying
Outstanding Grants
     Unvested
Restricted Shares
     Shares Available
for Grant
 

2015 Stock Option Plan

     373,838        533,346        654,481  

During fiscal 2016, the Company granted an aggregate of 8,130 SARs, to be settled in shares of common stock to two new directors. The SARs have an exercise price of $23.38, generally vest over a three-year period and have a seven-year term, at an estimated value, based on the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model, of approximately $0.1 million. This value is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of each SAR.

During fiscal 2015, the Company granted SARS to purchase shares of common stock to certain key employees. The Company awarded an aggregate of 3,501 SARS with an exercise price of $20.12, which generally vest over a three-year period and have a seven-year term. The total fair value of the SARS, based on the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model, amounted to approximately $38,000, which is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of each SAR.

Also, during fiscal 2015, the Company granted an aggregate of 5,883, 5,157 and 3,816 SARs, to be settled in shares of common stock, to three directors, respectively. The SARs have an exercise price of $15.49, $17.71 and $24.26, respectively, generally vest over a three-year period and have a seven-year term. The total fair value of the SARs, based on the Black-Scholes Option Pricing Model, amounted to approximately $50,000, $50,000 and $50,000 respectively, which is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of each SAR.

 

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A summary of the stock option and SARS activity for grants issued under the 2002 Plan and 2015 Plan is as follows:

 

          Option and SARS Price Per Share  
                                  Weighted Average     Aggregate  
    Number                       Weighted Average     Remaining     Intrinsic Value  
    of Shares     Low     High     Weighted     Exercise Price     Contractual Life (years)     (in thousands)  

Outstanding February 1, 2014

    1,216,572           $ 17.12       3.56     $ 3,657  

Vested or expected to vest

    1,216,572           $ 17.12       3.56     $ 3,657  

Options and SARS Exercisable

    959,971           $ 16.24       3.51     $ 3,653  

Granted

    18,357     $ 15.49     $ 24.26     $ 18.82        

Exercised

    (52,574   $ 4.89     $ 20.59     $ 14.42        

Cancelled

    (151,725   $ 16.59     $ 28.38     $ 17.25        
 

 

 

         

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Outstanding January 31, 2015

    1,030,630           $ 17.27       3.49     $ 7,905  

Vested or expected to vest

    1,030,630           $ 17.27       3.49     $ 7,905  

Options and SARS Exercisable

    912,273           $ 17.13       2.98     $ 7,238  

Granted

    8,130     $ 23.38     $ 23.38     $ 23.38        

Exercised

    (487,834   $ 4.63     $ 22.46     $ 10.60        

Cancelled

    (8,907   $ 18.19     $ 30.00     $ 23.74        
 

 

 

         

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Outstanding January 30, 2016

    542,019           $ 23.25       2.06     $ 752  

Vested or expected to vest

    542,019           $ 23.25       2.06     $ 752  

Options and SARS Exercisable

    516,651           $ 23.41       1.84     $ 729  

Granted

    —       $ —       $ —       $ —          

Exercised

    (121,165   $ 4.63     $ 24.93     $ 21.04        

Cancelled

    (47,016   $ 20.12     $ 28.38     $ 25.38        
 

 

 

         

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Outstanding January 28, 2017

    373,838           $ 23.70       1.29     $ 915  

Vested or expected to vest

    373,838           $ 23.70       1.29     $ 915  

Options and SARS Exercisable

    360,466           $ 23.82       1.13     $ 874  

The aggregate intrinsic value for stock options and SARS in the preceding table represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value based on the Company’s closing stock price of $23.50, $19.01 and $23.91 at January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015, respectively. This amount represents the total pre-tax intrinsic value that would have been received by the holders of the stock-based awards had the awards been exercised and sold as of that date. The total intrinsic value of stock options and SARS exercised in fiscal 2017, 2016 and 2015 was approximately $0.7 million, $7.4 million and $0.3 million, respectively. The total fair value of stock options and SARS vested in fiscal 2017, 2016, and 2015 was approximately $0.1 million, $1.0 million and $1.9 million, respectively.

 

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Additional information regarding options and SARS outstanding and exercisable as of January 28, 2017, is as follows:

 

Options and SARS Outstanding

     Options and SARS Exercisable  
            Weighted                       
            Average                       
            Remaining      Weighted             Weighted  
Range of    Number      Contractual Life      Average      Number      Average  

Exercise Prices

   Outstanding      (in years)      Exercise Price      Exercisable      Exercise Price  

$4.00 - $5.00

     31,189        2.15      $ 4.67        31,189      $ 4.67  

$15.00 - $21.00

     60,349        2.46      $ 18.09        53,669      $ 18.16  

$23.00 - $26.00

     114,768        0.75      $ 24.82        108,076      $ 24.89  

$27.00 - $31.00

     167,532        1.09      $ 28.50        167,532      $ 28.50  
  

 

 

          

 

 

    
     373,838              360,466     
  

 

 

          

 

 

    

Restricted Stock – Under the 2015 Plan, restricted stock awards are granted subject to restrictions on transferability, risk of forfeiture and other restrictions, if any, as the Committee may impose, or as otherwise provided in the 2015 Plan, covering a period of time specified by the Committee. The terms of any restricted stock awards granted under the 2015 Plan are set forth in a written Award Agreement, which contains provisions determined by the Committee and not inconsistent with the 2015 Plan. The restrictions may lapse separately or in combination at such times, under such circumstances (including based on achievement of performance goals and/or future service requirements), in such installments or otherwise, as the Committee may determine at the date of grant or thereafter. Except to the extent restricted under the terms of the 2005 Plan and any Award Agreement relating to a restricted stock award, a participant granted restricted stock shall have all of the rights of a shareholder, including the right to vote the restricted stock and the right to receive dividends thereon (subject to any mandatory reinvestment or other requirement imposed by the Committee). During the Restriction Period (as defined in the 2005 Plan), the restricted stock may not be sold, transferred, pledged, hypothecated, margined or otherwise encumbered by the participant.

During fiscal 2017, the Company granted an aggregate of 115,588 shares of restricted stock to certain key employees, which vest primarily over a three-year period, at an estimated value of $2.2 million. This value is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the restricted stock.

Also, during fiscal 2017, the Company awarded to six directors an aggregate of 31,902 shares of restricted stock. The restricted stock awarded vests over a one-year period, at an estimated value of $0.7 million. This value is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the restricted stock.

During fiscal 2017, the Company granted performance-based restricted stock to certain key employees. Such stock vests 100% in April 2019, provided that each employee is still an employee of the Company on such date, and that the Company has met certain performance criteria. A total of 184,004 shares of performance-based restricted stock were issued at an estimated value of $3.5 million.

During fiscal 2017, of the 337,685 restricted shares that vested, a total of 171,871 shares had 49,387 shares were withheld to cover the employees’ minimum statutory income tax requirements. The estimated value of the withheld shares was $1.0 million.

During fiscal 2016, the Company granted an aggregate of 219,566 shares of restricted stock to certain key employees, which vest primarily over a three-year period, at an estimated value of $5.4 million. This value is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the restricted stock.

Also, during fiscal 2016, the Company awarded to five directors an aggregate of 12,840 shares of restricted stock. The restricted stock awarded vests primarily over a three-year period, at an estimated value of $0.3 million. This value is being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the restricted stock.

During fiscal 2016, of the 242,968 restricted shares that vested, a total of 91,083 shares had 27,325 shares were withheld to cover the employees’ minimum statutory income tax requirements. The estimated value of the withheld shares was $0.7 million.

During fiscal 2015, the Company granted an aggregate of 255,390 shares of restricted stock to certain key employees, with an estimated value of $3.8 million, which vest over a three to five year period.

 

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During fiscal 2015, the Company awarded to six directors an aggregate of 18,186 shares of restricted stock, which vest over a three-year period at an estimated value of $0.3 million.

During fiscal 2015, of the 223,595 restricted shares that vested, a total of 52,389 shares had 21,809 shares were withheld to cover the employees’ minimum statutory income tax requirements. The estimated value of the withheld shares was $0.4 million.

The values of the restricted stock expected to vest are being recorded as compensation expense on a straight-line basis over the vesting period of the restricted shares. The fair value of restricted stock grants is estimated on the date of grant and is generally equal to the closing stock price of the Company’s common stock on the date of grant.

The following table summarizes the restricted stock-based award activity:

 

                   Weighted  
            Weighted      Average  
     Restricted      Average      Remaining  
     Shares      Grant Price      Vesting Period  

Unvested as of February 1, 2014

     728,322      $ 18.80        2.34  

Granted

     273,576        

Vested

     (223,595      

Forfeited

     (60,992      
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Unvested as of January 31, 2015

     717,311      $ 17.18        1.84  

Granted

     232,406        

Vested

     (242,968      

Forfeited

     (94,731      
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Unvested as of January 30, 2016

     612,018      $ 19.79        1.55  

Granted

     331,494        

Vested

     (337,685      

Forfeited

     (72,481      
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Unvested as of January 28, 2017

     533,346      $ 20.14        1.67  

As of January 28, 2017, the total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested stock options and SARS outstanding under the Stock Plans is approximately $0.1 million. That cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2 years. As of January 28, 2017, the total unrecognized compensation cost related to unvested restricted stock was approximately $7.2 million, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 3 years.

 

24. Segment Information

The Company has four reportable segments: Men’s Sportswear and Swim, Women’s Sportswear, Direct-to-Consumer and Licensing. The Men’s Sportswear and Swim and Women’s Sportswear segments derive revenues from the design, import and distribution of apparel to department stores and other retail outlets, principally throughout the United States. The Direct-to-Consumer segment derives its revenues from the sale of the Company’s branded and licensed products through the Company’s retail stores and e-commerce platforms. The Licensing segment derives its revenues from royalties associated from the use of the Company’s brand names, principally Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, Laundry, Gotcha, Pro Player, Farah, Ben Hogan and John Henry. See footnote 2 to the consolidated financial statements for disclosure of major customers.

 

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The Company allocates certain corporate selling, general and administrative expenses based primarily on the revenues generated by the segments.

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Revenues:

        

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 625,115      $ 640,600      $ 635,182  

Women’s Sportswear

     107,784        127,692        130,852  

Direct-to-Consumer

     92,187        96,514        92,203  

Licensing

     36,000        34,709        31,735  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total revenues

   $ 861,086      $ 899,515      $ 889,972  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Depreciation and amortization

        

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 7,633      $ 7,375      $ 6,627  

Women’s Sportswear

     3,066        2,250        1,903  

Direct-to-Consumer

     3,608        3,884        3,519  

Licensing

     235        184        149  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total depreciation and amortization

   $ 14,542      $ 13,693      $ 12,198  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Operating income:

        

Men’s Sportswear and Swim (1)

   $ 14,708      $ 20,068      $ 3,847  

Women’s Sportswear (2)

     (6,904      (9,248      859  

Direct-to-Consumer

     (13,913      (11,805      (6,675

Licensing (3)

     28,605        7,649        24,877  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total operating income

     22,496        6,664        22,908  

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     195        5,121        —    

Total interest expense

     7,395        9,267        14,291  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total net income (loss) before income taxes

   $ 14,906      $ (7,724    $ 8,617  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Identifiable assets

        

Men’s Sportswear and Swim

   $ 276,232      $ 308,572     

Women’s Sportswear

     39,934        41,721     

Direct-to-Consumer

     16,358        20,948     

Licensing

     232,118        224,182     

Corporate

     28,063        26,552     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

Total identifiable assets

   $ 592,705      $ 621,975     
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

(1) Operating income for the Men’s Sportswear and Swim segment for the years ended January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016 includes a settlement charge related to the pension plan in the amount of $9.9 million and $4.4 million, respectively. See footnote 15 to the consolidated financial statements for further information. Operating income for the Men’s Sportswear and Swim segment for the year ended January 30, 2016 includes a gain on the sale of long lived assets in the amount of $4.5 million. See footnote 7 to the consolidated financial statements for further information.
(2)  Operating loss for the women’s sportswear segment for the year ended January 30, 2016 includes an impairment on long lived assets in the amount of $6.0 million. See footnote 8 to the consolidated financial statements for further information.
(3) Operating income (loss) for the licensing segment for the year ended January 30, 2016 includes an impairment on long lived assets in the amount of $18.2 million and a loss on sale of long-lived assets in the amount of $0.7 million. See footnote 8 to the consolidated financial statements for further information.

 

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Revenues from external customers and long-lived assets excluding deferred taxes related to continuing operations in the United States and foreign countries are as follows:

 

     January 28,      January 30,      January 31,  
     2017      2016      2015  
     (in thousands)  

Revenues

        

United States

   $ 752,378      $ 785,493      $ 786,046  

International

     108,708        114,022        103,926  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total revenues

   $ 861,086      $ 899,515      $ 889,972  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

 

Long-lived assets at years ended,

 

     January 28,      January 30,  
     2017      2016  
     (in thousands)  

United States

   $ 214,370      $ 216,847  

International

     34,516        34,980  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total long-lived assets

   $ 248,886      $ 251,827  
  

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

25. Commitments and Contingencies

The Company has licensing agreements, as licensee, for the use of certain branded and designer labels. The license agreements expire on varying dates through December 2019. Total royalty payments under these license agreements amounted to approximately $14.4 million, $13.2 million and $13.8 million for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015, respectively, and were classified as cost of sales. Under certain licensing agreements, the Company is required to pay certain guaranteed minimum payments. Future minimum payments under these contracts amount to $49.0 million.

The Company leases approximately 16,000 square feet for administrative offices, from its Chairman. During fiscal 2015, the Company amended the lease to extend the term for 60 months, beginning July 1, 2014 and expiring June 30, 2019. Beginning July 1, 2014, the basic monthly rent was $14,666, which increases 3% on the first of each of the remaining 12-month periods during the extended term.

 

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The Company leases several locations for offices, showrooms and retail stores primarily throughout the United States. Lease terms generally range from approximately 3 to 15 years, including anticipated renewal options. The leases generally provide for minimum annual rental payments and are subject to escalations based upon increases in the consumer price index, contractual base rent increases, real estate taxes and other costs. In addition, certain leases contain contingent rental provisions based upon the sales of the underlying retail stores. Certain leases also provide for rent deferral during the initial term of such lease, landlord contributions, and/or scheduled minimum rent increases during the terms of the leases. These leases are classified as either capital leases or operating leases as appropriate. For financial reporting purposes, rent expense associated with operating leases is recorded on a straight-line basis over the life of the lease. These leases expire through 2028. Minimum aggregate annual commitments for the Company’s non-cancelable, unrelated operating lease commitments are as follows:

 

Year Ending

   Amount  
     (in thousands)  

2018

   $ 21,717  

2019

     20,793  

2020

     19,730  

2021

     19,164  

2022

     17,245  

Thereafter

     63,791  
  

 

 

 

Total

   $ 162,440  
  

 

 

 

Rent expense for these operating leases, including the related party rent payments discussed in footnote 21 to the consolidated financial statements amounted to $26.4 million, $27.2 million, and $26.2 million for the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016, and January 31, 2015 respectively.

Capital lease obligations primarily relate to equipment as indicated in footnote 7 to the consolidated financial statements. The current portion of the capital lease obligation in the amount of $0.3 million is included in accrued expenses and other liabilities. Minimum aggregate annual commitments for the Company’s capital lease obligations are as follows:

 

Year Ending

   Amount  
     (in thousands)  

2018

   $ 286  

2019

     75  
  

 

 

 

Total

   $ 361  
  

 

 

 

On April 20, 2016, the Company entered into an employment agreement with George Feldenkreis, the Company’s Executive Chairman. The term of the employment agreement shall continue until Mr. Feldenkreis’ death or termination of the employment agreement by the Company or Mr. Feldenkreis. He will be paid a base salary of not less than $750,000 per year during the term of employment and, among other things, a lump sum payment of $1.0 million upon the termination of his employment in most circumstances. Additionally, he is entitled to participate in the Company’s incentive compensation plans. In connection with the terms of this new employment agreement, the Company accelerated the expense recognition related to Mr. Feldenkreis’ outstandingcash incentive and stock based compensation awards. The impact of the acceleration was a $3.7 million charge during fiscal 2017 to selling, general and administrative expenses.

On April 20, 2016, the Company entered into an employment agreement with Oscar Feldenkreis, the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. The term of the employment agreement ends on February 2, 2019. Pursuant to the employment agreement, he will be paid a base salary of not less than $1,350,000 per year during the term of his employment with the Company. Additionally, he is entitled to participate in the Company’s incentive compensation plans.

On September 9, 2013, the Company entered into an employment agreement with Stanley Silverstein, the President of International Development and Global Licensing. The term of the agreement ends on September 9,

 

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2018. Pursuant to the employment agreement, Mr. Silverstein receives an annual salary of $500,000, subject to annual reviews for increases at the sole discretion of the Company’s Chief Executive Officer. Additionally, Mr. Silverstein is eligible to participate in the Company’s incentive compensation plans.

The Company was a defendant in Joseph T. Cook v. Perry Ellis International, Inc. and Oscar Feldenkreis, Case No. 1:2015-cv-08290 (New York Southern District Court), involving claims of employment practices, including discrimination and retaliation, which was resolved in January 2016. The parties reached an amicable settlement and such amount was provided for in the Company’s results of operations for fiscal 2016.

The Company was a defendant in Humberto Ordaz v. Perry Ellis International, Inc., Case No. BC490485 (Cal. Sup. Ct. 2012), involving claims for unpaid wages, missed breaks and related claims, which was originally filed on August 17, 2012 by a former employee in our California administrative offices. The plaintiff sought an unspecified amount of damages. The lawsuit was pleaded but not certified as a class action. The parties reached a settlement on August 12, 2015. The settlement amount was provided for in the Company’s results of operations for fiscal 2015.

 

26. Summarized Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)

 

     First      Second     Third     Fourth     Total  
     Quarter      Quarter     Quarter     Quarter     Year  
     (Dollars in thousands, except per share data)  

FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 28, 2017

           

Net Sales

   $ 250,875      $ 193,341     $ 185,298     $ 195,572     $ 825,086  

Royalty Income

     10,419        8,312       8,661       8,608       36,000  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Revenues

     261,294        201,653       193,959       204,180       861,086  

Gross Profit

     95,084        73,831       71,103       78,490       318,508  

Net income (loss)

     14,250        (3,565     (5,165     8,997       14,517  

Net income (loss) per share:

           

Basic

   $ 0.96      ($ 0.24   ($ 0.34   $ 0.60       0.97  

Diluted

   $ 0.95      ($ 0.24   ($ 0.34   $ 0.59       0.95  

FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 30, 2016

           

Net Sales

   $ 258,257      $ 204,638     $ 196,447     $ 205,464     $ 864,806  

Royalty Income

     8,157        8,661       8,992       8,899       34,709  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Revenues

     266,414        213,299       205,439       214,363       899,515  

Gross Profit

     90,100        75,942       73,295       79,730       319,067  

Net income (loss)

     9,411        (1,281     2,273       (17,695     (7,292

Net income (loss) per share:

           

Basic

   $ 0.64      ($ 0.09   $ 0.15     ($ 1.18   ($ 0.49

Diluted

   $ 0.62      ($ 0.09   $ 0.15     ($ 1.18   ($ 0.49

FISCAL YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2015

           

Net Sales

   $ 249,916      $ 196,010     $ 203,267     $ 209,044     $ 858,237  

Royalty Income

     7,398        7,522       8,173       8,642       31,735  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total Revenues

     257,314        203,532       211,440       217,686       889,972  

Gross Profit

     87,665        70,464       70,307       74,568       303,004  

Net income (loss)

     7,775        (1,616     (437     (42,897     (37,175

Net income (loss) per share:

           

Basic

   $ 0.53      ($ 0.11   ($ 0.03   ($ 2.90   ($ 2.50

Diluted

   $ 0.52      ($ 0.11   ($ 0.03   ($ 2.90   ($ 2.50

See footnotes 2 and 8 to the consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the impairments on long-lived assets and/or trademarks that occurred during the fourth quarter ended January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016. See footnote 18 to the consolidated financial statements for further information regarding the income tax valuation allowance that occurred during the fourth quarter ended January 31, 2015.

 

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27. Condensed Consolidating Financial Statements

The Company and several of its subsidiaries (the “Guarantors”) have fully and unconditionally guaranteed the senior subordinated notes payable on a joint and several basis. These guarantees are subject to release in limited circumstances (only upon the occurrence of certain customary conditions). The following are condensed consolidating financial statements, which present, in separate columns: Perry Ellis International, Inc., (Parent Only), the Guarantors on a combined, or where appropriate, consolidated basis, and the Non-Guarantors on a combined, or where appropriate, consolidated basis. Additional columns present eliminating adjustments and consolidated totals as of January 28, 2017 and January 30, 2016 and for each of the years ended January 28, 2017, January 30, 2016 and January 31, 2015. The combined Guarantors are 100% owned subsidiaries of Perry Ellis International, Inc., and have fully and unconditionally guaranteed the senior subordinated notes payable on a joint and several basis.

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET (UNAUDITED)

AS OF JANUARY 28, 2017

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only      Guarantors      Non-
Guarantors
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

ASSETS

             

Current Assets:

             

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ —        $ 2,578      $ 28,117      $ —       $ 30,695  

Investment, at fair value

     —          —          10,921        —         10,921  

Accounts receivable, net

     —          116,874        23,366        —         140,240  

Intercompany receivable, net

     85,028        —          —          (85,028     —    

Inventories

     —          126,557        24,694        —         151,251  

Prepaid income taxes

     549        —          25        1,073       1,647  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     —          5,584        878        —         6,462  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current assets

     85,577        251,593        88,001        (83,955     341,216  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Property and equipment, net

     —          59,651        2,184        —         61,835  

Other intangible assets, net

     —          154,719        32,332        —         187,051  

Deferred income taxes

     —          —          334        —         334  

Investment in subsidiaries

     279,233        —          —          (279,233     —    

Other assets

     —          1,797        472        —         2,269  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 364,810      $ 467,760      $ 123,323      $ (363,188   $ 592,705  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

             

Current Liabilities:

             

Accounts payable

   $ —        $ 79,600      $ 13,243      $ —       $ 92,843  

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     —          15,543        5,318        —         20,861  

Accrued interest payable

     1,450        —          —          —         1,450  

Income taxes payable

     —          623        —          (623     —    

Unearned revenues

     —          2,353        357        —         2,710  

Intercompany payable, net

     —          77,398        15,614        (93,012     —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current liabilities

     1,450        175,517        34,532        (93,635     117,864  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Senior subordinated notes payable, net

     49,673        —          —          —         49,673  

Senior credit facility

     —          22,504        —          —         22,504  

Real estate mortgages

     —          33,591        —          —         33,591  

Unearned revenues and other long-term liabilities

     —          17,945        326        —         18,271  

Deferred income taxes

     —          35,419        —          1,696       37,115  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term liabilities

     49,673        109,459        326        1,696       161,154  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities

     51,123        284,976        34,858        (91,939     279,018  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total equity

     313,687        182,784        88,465        (271,249     313,687  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 364,810      $ 467,760      $ 123,323      $ (363,188   $ 592,705  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET

AS OF JANUARY 30, 2016

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only      Guarantors      Non-
Guarantors
     Eliminations     Consolidated  

ASSETS

             

Current Assets:

             

Cash and cash equivalents

   $ —        $ 775      $ 31,127      $ —       $ 31,902  

Investment, at fair value

     —          —          9,782        —         9,782  

Accounts receivable, net

     —          106,018        26,048        —         132,066  

Intercompany receivable, net

     74,091        —          —          (74,091     —    

Inventories

     —          155,703        27,047        —         182,750  

Prepaid income taxes

     1,017        —          —          801       1,818  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

     —          7,426        1,035        —         8,461  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current assets

     75,108        269,922        95,039        (73,290     366,779  

Property and equipment, net

     —          61,260        2,648        —         63,908  

Other intangible assets, net

     —          155,587        32,332        —         187,919  

Investment in subsidiaries

     267,422        —          —          (267,422     —    

Deferred income taxes

     —          —          442        —         442  

Other assets

     —          2,150        777        —         2,927  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 342,530      $ 488,919      $ 131,238      $ (340,712   $ 621,975  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

             

Current Liabilities:

             

Accounts payable

   $ —        $ 89,961      $ 13,723      $ —       $ 103,684  

Accrued expenses and other liabilities

     —          21,524        4,973        —         26,497  

Accrued interest payable

     1,521        —          —          —         1,521  

Income taxes payable

     —          623        272        (895     —    

Unearned revenues

     —          2,952        1,261        —         4,213  

Deferred pension obligation

     —          12,025        82        —         12,107  

Intercompany payable, net

     —          60,384        21,449        (81,833     —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total current liabilities

     1,521        187,469        41,760        (82,728     148,022  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Senior subordinated notes payable, net

     49,528        —          —          —         49,528  

Senior credit facility

     —          61,758        —          —         61,758  

Real estate mortgages

     —          21,318        —          —         21,318  

Unearned revenues and other long-term liabilities

     —          14,608        245        —         14,853  

Deferred income taxes

     —          33,319        —          1,696       35,015  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total long-term liabilities

     49,528        131,003        245        1,696       182,472  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total liabilities

     51,049        318,472        42,005        (81,032     330,494  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total equity

     291,481        170,447        89,233        (259,680     291,481  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

TOTAL

   $ 342,530      $ 488,919      $ 131,238      $ (340,712   $ 621,975  
  

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 28, 2017

(amounts in thousands)

 

                  Non-              
     Parent Only      Guarantors     Guarantors     Eliminations     Consolidated  

Revenues:

           

Net sales

   $ —        $ 729,721     $ 95,365     $ —       $ 825,086  

Royalty income

     —          22,656       13,344       —         36,000  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total revenues

     —          752,377       108,709       —         861,086  

Cost of sales

     —          479,669       62,909       —         542,578  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Gross profit

     —          272,708       45,800       —         318,508  

Operating expenses:

           

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     —          241,510       38,509       —         280,019  

Depreciation and amortization

     —          13,231       1,311       —         14,542  

Impairment on long-lived assets

     —          1,451       —         —         1,451  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

     —          256,192       39,820       —         296,012  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Operating income

     —          16,516       5,980       —         22,496  

Costs on early extinguishment of debt

     —          195       —         —         195  

Interest expense (income)

     —          7,448       (53     —         7,395  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income before income taxes

     —          8,873       6,033       —         14,906  

Income tax (benefit) provision

     —          (934     1,323       —         389  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Equity in earnings of subsidiaries, net

     14,517        —         —         (14,517     —    
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net income

     14,517        9,807       4,710       (14,517     14,517  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Other comprehensive income (loss)

     4,413        7,368       (2,955     (4,413     4,413  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Comprehensive income

   $ 18,930      $ 17,175     $ 1,755     $ (18,930   $ 18,930  
  

 

 

    

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 30, 2016

(amounts in thousands)

 

                 Non-               
     Parent Only     Guarantors     Guarantors     Eliminations      Consolidated  

Revenues:

           

Net sales

   $ —       $ 765,102     $ 99,704     $ —        $ 864,806  

Royalty income

     —         20,843       13,866       —          34,709  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total revenues

     —         785,945       113,570       —          899,515  

Cost of sales

     —         518,410       62,038       —          580,448  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Gross profit

     —         267,535       51,532       —          319,067  

Operating expenses:

           

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     —         234,129       41,734       —          275,863  

Depreciation and amortization

     —         12,500       1,193       —          13,693  

Impairment on long-lived assets

     —         19,299       1,305       —          20,604  

Impairment of goodwill

     —         6,022       —         —          6,022  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

     —         271,950       44,232       —          316,182  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Loss on sale of long-lived assets

     —         (697     4,476       —          3,779  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Operating (loss) income

     —         (5,112     11,776       —          6,664  

Costs of early extinguishment of debt

     —         5,121       —         —          5,121  

Interest expense

     —         9,205       62       —          9,267  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net (loss) income before income taxes

     —         (19,438     11,714       —          (7,724

Income tax (benefit) provision

     —         (2,652     2,220       —          (432
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Equity in earnings of subsidiaries, net

     (7,292     —         —         7,292        —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net (loss) income

     (7,292     (16,786     9,494       7,292        (7,292
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Other comprehensive (loss) income

     (1,656     717       (2,373     1,656        (1,656
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Comprehensive (loss) income

   $ (8,948   $ (16,069   $ 7,121     $ 8,948      $ (8,948
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2015

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only     Guarantors     Non-
Guarantors
    Eliminations      Consolidated  

Revenues:

           

Net sales

   $ —       $ 766,934     $ 91,303     $ —        $ 858,237  

Royalty income

     —         19,113       12,622       —          31,735  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total revenues

     —         786,047       103,925       —          889,972  

Cost of sales

     —         529,315       57,653       —          586,968  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Gross profit

     —         256,732       46,272       —          303,004  

Operating expenses:

           

Selling, general and administrative expenses

     —         229,808       38,975       —          268,783  

Depreciation and amortization

     —         11,210       988       —          12,198  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Total operating expenses

     —         241,018       39,963       —          280,981  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Gain on sale of long-lived assets

     —         —         885       —          885  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Operating income

     —         15,714       7,194       —          22,908  

Interest expense

     —         14,310       (19     —          14,291  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net income before income taxes

     —         1,404       7,213       —          8,617  

Income tax provision

     —         44,889       903       —          45,792  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Equity in (loss) earnings of subsidiaries, net

     (37,175     —         —         37,175        —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Net (loss) income

     (37,175     (43,485     6,310       37,175        (37,175
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Other comprehensive loss

     (5,384     (2,219     (3,165     5,384        (5,384
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

Comprehensive (loss) income

   $ (42,559   $ (45,704   $ 3,145     $ 42,559      $ (42,559
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

    

 

 

 

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 28, 2017

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only     Guarantors     Non-
Guarantors
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

   $ 3,207     $ 33,733     $ 8,059     $ (2,705   $ 42,294  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

          

Purchase of property and equipment

     —         (12,105     (1,168     —         (13,273

Purchase of investments

     —         —         (13,896     —         (13,896

Proceeds from investment maturities

     —         —         12,746       —         12,746  

Proceeds from note receivable

     —         —         250       —         250  

Intercompany transactions

     (1,300     —         —         1,300       —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     (1,300     (12,105     (2,068     1,300       (14,173
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

          

Payments on senior subordinated notes

     —         —         —         —         —    

Borrowings from senior credit facility

     —         311,241       —         —         311,241  

Payments on senior credit facility

     —         (350,495     —         —         (350,495

Payments on real estate mortgages

     —         (11,768     —         —         (11,768

Proceeds from refinancing real estate mortgages

     —         24,139       —         —         24,139  

Payments on capital leases

     —         (264     —         —         (264

Dividends paid to stockholder

     —         —         (2,706     2,706       —    

Deferred financing fees

     —         (274     —         —         (274

Purchase of treasury stock

     (2,151     —         —         —         (2,151

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

     73       —         —         —         73  

Intercompany transactions

     —         7,596       (6,466     (1,130     —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

     (2,078     (19,825     (9,172     1,576       (29,499

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     171       —         171       (171     171  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

NET (DECREASE) INCREASE CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

     —         1,803       (3,010     —         (1,207

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD

     —         775       31,127       —         31,902  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD

   $ —       $ 2,578     $ 28,117     $ —       $ 30,695  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 30, 2016

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only     Guarantors     Non-
Guarantors
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

   $ 3,112     $ 22,571     $ 4,482     $ —       $ 30,165  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

          

Purchase of property and equipment

     —         (14,424     (1,726     —         (16,150

Purchase of investments

     —         —         (12,086     —         (12,086

Proceeds from investment maturities

     —         —         22,197       —         22,197  

Proceeds on sale of intangible assets

     —         2,500       —         —         2,500  

Proceeds on sale of building

     —         —         8,163       —         8,163  

Payment of expenses related to sale of building

     —         —         (1,887     —         (1,887

Proceeds from note receivable

     —         —         250       —         250  

Intercompany transactions

     101,786       —         —         (101,786     —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

     101,786       (11,924     14,911       (101,786     2,987  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

          

Payments on senior subordinated notes

     (100,000     —         —         —         (100,000

Borrowings from senior credit facility

     —         408,209       —         —         408,209  

Payments on senior credit facility

     —         (346,451     —         —         (346,451

Payments on real estate mortgages

     —         (821     —         —         (821

Payments on capital leases

     —         (262     —         —         (262

Deferred financing fees

     —         (574     —         —         (574

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

     1,408       —         —         —         1,408  

Purchase of treasury stock

     (6,950     —         —         —         (6,950

Intercompany transactions

     —         (100,028     (2,402     102,430       —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

     (105,542     (39,927     (2,402     102,430       (45,441

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     644       —         644       (644     644  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

     —         (29,280     17,635       —         (11,645

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD

     —         30,055       13,492       —         43,547  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD

   $ —       $ 775     $ 31,127     $ —       $ 31,902  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS

FOR THE YEAR ENDED JANUARY 31, 2015

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Parent Only     Guarantors     Non-
Guarantors
    Eliminations     Consolidated  

NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) OPERATING ACTIVITIES:

   $ 8,285     $ 52,522     $ (626   $ (5,038   $ 55,143  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:

          

Purchase of property and equipment

     —         (15,748     (985     —         (16,733

Purchase of investments

     —         —         (31,501     —         (31,501

Proceeds from investments maturities

     —         —         26,592       —         26,592  

Proceeds on termination of life insurance

     245       —         —         —         245  

Proceeds from note receivable

     —         —         250       —         250  

Intercompany transactions

     (347     —         —         347       —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in investing activities

     (102     (15,748     (5,644     347       (21,147
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

          

Borrowings from senior credit facility

     —         234,137       —         —         234,137  

Payments on senior credit facility

     —         (242,299     —         —         (242,299

Payments on real estate mortgages

     —         (792     —         —         (792

Purchase of treasury stock

     (8,773     —         —         —         (8,773

Payments on capital leases

     —         (301     —         —         (301

Proceeds from exercise of stock options

     404       —         —         —         404  

Tax benefit from exercise of equity instruments

     (161     —         —         —         (161

Dividends paid to stockholders

     —         —         (8,037     8,037       —    

Intercompany transactions

     —         2,536       (2,536     —         —    
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

Net cash used in financing activities

     (8,530     (6,719     (10,573     8,037       (17,785

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

     347       —         347       (347     347  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS

     —         30,055       (16,496     2,999       16,558  

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT BEGINNING OF PERIOD

     —         —         29,988       (2,999     26,989  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD

   $ —       $ 30,055     $ 13,492     $ —       $ 43,547  
  

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

   

 

 

 

 

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Schedule II

PERRY ELLIS INTERNATIONAL, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

VALUATION AND QUALIFYING ACCOUNTS

FOR THE YEARS ENDED

(amounts in thousands)

 

     Balance at
beginning of
period
     Charged to
expense
    Adjustments to
valuation
accounts
    Deductions     Balance at
end of
period
 

Year Ended January 28, 2017:

           

Allowance for doubtful accounts

   $ 1,193        804       —         (839   $ 1,158  

Allowance for deferred tax asset

   $ 54,791        (1,070     (5,669     —       $ 48,052  

Allowance for operational chargebacks, returns, and customer markdowns

   $ 19,110        68,634       —         (70,401   $ 17,343  

Year Ended January 30, 2016:

           

Allowance for doubtful accounts

   $ 1,181        528       —         (516   $ 1,193  

Allowance for deferred tax asset

   $ 50,013        3,223       1,555       —       $ 54,791  

Allowance for operational chargebacks, returns, and customer markdowns

   $ 19,598        69,610       —         (70,098   $ 19,110  

Year Ended January 31, 2015:

           

Allowance for doubtful accounts

   $ 1,074        812       —         (705   $ 1,181  

Allowance for deferred tax asset

   $ 5,998        43,474       541       —       $ 50,013  

Allowance for operational chargebacks, returns, and customer markdowns

   $ 20,348        74,399       —         (75,149   $ 19,598  

 

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Exhibit Index

 

Exhibit

No

  

Description of Exhibit

  10.76    Form of Restricted Stock Unit Agreement pursuant to the 2015 Long-Term Incentive Compensation Plan
  12.1    Computation of Earnings to Fixed Charges
  21.1    Subsidiaries of Registrant
  23.1    Consent of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP
  31.1    Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
  31.2    Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14(a) and Rule 15d-14(a), promulgated under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended
  32.1    Certification of Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
  32.2    Certification of Chief Financial Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C Section 1350, as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002
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