locksflooring
14 years ago
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 Third Quarter Net Sales of $20.3 Million and Net Loss of $11.3 Million, or $(1.21)
Date : 01/20/2011 @ 4:10PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
Quote : 8.47 -0.02 (-0.24%) @ 7:22AM
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 Third Quarter Net Sales of $20.3 Million and Net Loss of $11.3 Million, or $(1.21)
Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (NASDAQ:MTXX)
Intraday Stock Chart
Today : Thursday 20 January 2011
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products, today announced financial results for its fiscal third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2010.
For the third quarter ended December 31, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $20.3 million, or 29% below the $28.5 million in net sales for the comparable quarter last year. The Company reported a net loss for the quarter ended December 31, 2010 of $11.3 million, or $(1.21) per diluted share, compared to net income of $3.8 million, or $0.41 per diluted share, for the quarter ended December 31, 2009. The net loss includes $15.0 million of net costs associated with the settlement of the personal injury product liability claims ($15.5 million for the settlement less the $523,000 previously reserved) , $2.2 million to reserve for costs associated with the potential settlement of the economic injury claims, and approximately $1.8 million for merger-related expenses. The lower level of sales versus the quarter ended December 31, 2009 is primarily attributable to last year's high pre-season inventory purchases by retailers due to publicity of the H1N1 flu outbreak.
For the nine months ended December 31, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $44.8 million, and a net loss of $8.4 million, or $(0.91) per diluted share. This compares to net sales of $61.0 million, and a net loss of $(13.9) million, or $(1.51) per diluted share, for the nine months ended December 31, 2009. Results for the nine months ended December 31, 2009 included $2.0 million of sales of nasal Cold Remedy products, which were withdrawn from the market in June 2009, and charges of $32.9 million related to withdrawal of the products.
Bill Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "We began to see increases in consumer purchases of our products during the last half of our fiscal third quarter as new advertising commenced and the incidence of illness surpassed last year's illness level. Retailers continued to trim their inventory levels in comparison to last year; however, we believe retailers' inventory of our products has reached a point where they will increase purchases to offset the increased consumer takeaway. For the four weeks ended December 26, 2010, retail unit sales (three-outlet syndicated scanner data, not including Wal-Mart or club stores) of Zicam Cold Remedy oral delivery products increased approximately 30%, while the total cough/cold category increased approximately 5% compared to the prior year. We attribute the market share gains to increased and improved advertising and other marketing activities. For the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2011, we anticipate revenue increasing 3% to 5% above the $67.3 million achieved in fiscal 2010."
As previously disclosed, on December 13, 2010, the Company executed a settlement agreement associated with the bulk of the personal injury product liability claims and lawsuits. The settlement calls for the Company to pay $15.5 million to the claimants. The Company paid the first installment of $11.5 million into an escrow account and that amount is recorded as restricted cash on the Company's balance sheet until certain terms of the settlement are met. The remaining $4.0 million will be paid out over the next 20 months.
Results for the quarter ended December 31, 2010 include legal defense costs of approximately $2.2 million, which was reduced by $942,000 of insurance reimbursement, resulting in net legal defense expense of $1.3 million, compared to expense of $1.8 million in the quarter ended December 31, 2009. For the nine months ended December 31, 2010, product liability and regulatory legal defense costs were $7.0 million which was offset by $5.0 million of insurance reimbursement (which exhausted the insurance policy), compared to $4.7 million in the nine months ended December 31, 2009.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Dec. 31,
Nine Months Ended Dec. 31,
($000s)
2010
2009
2010
2009
Net Sales
$ 20,289
$ 28,463
$ 44,807
$ 61,006
Cost of Sales
5,948
7,650
12,871
17,273
Gross Profit
14,341
20,813
31,936
43,733
Selling, General & Administrative
32,333
14,068
44,411
40,707
Research and Development
338
543
1,222
1,896
Goodwill Impairment
-
-
-
15,040
Asset Impairments
-
-
-
8,827
Income (Loss) from Operations
(18,330)
6,202
(13,697)
(22,737)
Total Other Income
5
33
28
119
Income (Loss) Before Tax
(18,325)
6,235
(13,669)
(22,618)
Income Taxes
(7,045)
2,409
(5,247)
(8,691)
Net Income (Loss)
$ (11,280)
$ 3,826
$ (8,422)
$ (13,927)
Net Income (Loss) per Diluted Share
$ (1.21)
$ 0.41
$ (0.91)
$ (1.51)
Average Shares Outstanding (mil)
9.3
9.2
9.3
9.2
Selected Balance Sheet Information
($000s)
Dec. 31, 2010
March 31, 2010
Dec. 31, 2009
Cash and Certificates of Deposit
$23,530
$30,219
$33,270
Accounts Receivable - Trade
$9,385
$5,386
$15,787
Inventory
$8,076
$6,167
$5,340
Restricted Cash
$11,500
-
-
Total Assets
$70,225
$61,465
$73,536
Current Liabilities
$26,927
$10,384
$12,247
Working Capital
$26,223
$44,355
$53,529
Total Debt
$0
$0
$0
Shareholders' Equity
$43,298
$51,082
$61,289
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Vice President of Finance & Accounting, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer:
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," and other similar statements of expectation identify forward-looking statements and include statements regarding: (i) our expectations of increased sales in the fourth quarter ending March 31, 2011; (ii) our expectations regarding reorders and consumer purchases of Zicam products; and (iii) our expectations regarding the settlement of legal issues. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or quantified and are beyond the Company's control. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations include: (a) the severity and timing of the cold season; (b) the possibility that future sales of our products will not be as strong as expected; (c) the possibility that supply issues may impact future sales of our products; (d) the possibility that our products may face increased competition or negative publicity; (e) the potential impact of current and future product liability, advertising, and securities litigation; (f) regulatory issues or public relations challenges, including those associated with the FDA's June 2009 warning letter, which required the withdrawal of our nasal Cold Remedy products; (g) the possibility of delays or other difficulties in selling our products or in implementing new product improvements and introducing to the marketplace new products and brands; (h) the possibility that expenses, including legal expenses, reserves, and expenses associated with adverse litigation outcomes may exceed expected amounts; (i) the possibility of future product recalls; (j) increased competition from private label manufacturers; and (k) the possibility that adverse economic conditions may affect consumer demand. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations are described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on June 7, 2010, under the heading "Risk Factors," filed pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We do not undertake, and we specifically disclaim, any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
bsdaddy
14 years ago
Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. Investigates Matrixx Initiatives Inc.
BuyoutLast update: 12/14/2010 10:13:00 AMWILMINGTON, Del., Dec 14, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Rigrodsky & Long, P.A. announces that it is investigating potential claims against the board of directors of Matrixx Initiatives Inc. ("Matrixx Initiatives" or the "Company") (MTXX) concerning possible breaches of fiduciary duty and other violations of law related to the Company's entry into an agreement to be acquired and taken private by investment funds managed by H.I.G. Capital, LLC ("H.I.G.") in a cash transaction valued at approximately $75.2 million. Click here to learn how to join the action: . Under the proposed agreement, affiliates of H.I.G. will commence a tender offer to purchase for cash all of the outstanding shares of Matrixx Initiatives common stock, and the associated preferred stock purchase rights, at a price of $8.00 per share (the "Tender Offer"). The Tender Offer is expected to commence on December 22, 2010 and to expire on the 20th business day following and including the commencement date, unless extended in accordance with the terms of the merger agreement. If the Tender Offer is successfully completed, the parties will complete a second--step merger in which any remaining shares of Matrixx Initiatives would be converted into the right to receive the same price per share paid in the Tender Offer. The investigation concerns whether Matrixx Initiatives' board of directors failed to adequately shop the Company and obtain the best price possible for Matrixx Initiatives' shareholders before entering into the agreement with H.I.G. Indeed, according to Yahoo! Finance, at least one analyst has set a price target of $8.50 per share for Matrixx Initiatives stock. If you own the common stock of Matrixx Initiatives and purchased your shares before December 14, 2010, if you have information or would like to learn more about these claims, or if you wish to discuss these matters or have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to these matters, please contact Seth D. Rigrodsky, Esquire or Noah R. Wortman, Case Development Director, of Rigrodsky & Long, P.A., 919 N. Market Street, Suite 980, Wilmington, Delaware, by telephone at (888) 969-4242, or by e-mail to info@rigrodskylong.com. Rigrodsky & Long, P.A., with offices in Wilmington, Delaware and Garden City, New York, regularly litigates securities class, derivative and direct actions, shareholder rights litigation and corporate governance litigation, including claims for breach of fiduciary duty and proxy violations in the Delaware Court of Chancery and in state and federal courts throughout the United States. Attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
locksflooring
14 years ago
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Net Sales of $21.3 Million and Net Income of $5.3 Million, or $0.57
Date : 10/25/2010 @ 4:05PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
Quote : 5.19 0.0 (0.00%) @ 7:22AM
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Net Sales of $21.3 Million and Net Income of $5.3 Million, or $0.57
Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (NASDAQ:MTXX)
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Today : Monday 25 October 2010
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products, today announced financial results for its fiscal second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2010.
For the second quarter ended September 30, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $21.3 million, or 17% below the $25.6 million in net sales for the comparable quarter last year. The Company reported net income for the quarter of $5.3 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, compared to net income of $5.1 million, or $0.55 per diluted share, for the quarter ended September 30, 2009, primarily due to reduced net legal expense and the absence of a charge related to the Company's exit from the Canadian market in the prior year. The lower level of sales versus the quarter ended September 30, 2009 is primarily attributable to last year's high pre-season inventory purchases by retailers due to publicity of the H1N1 flu outbreak.
For the six months ended September 30, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $24.5 million, and net income of $2.9 million, or $0.31 per diluted share. This compares to net sales of $32.5 million, and a net loss of $(17.8) million, or $(1.93) per diluted share, for the six months ended September 30, 2009. Results for the six months ended September 30, 2009 included $2.0 million of sales of nasal Cold Remedy products, which were withdrawn from the market in June 2009 and charges of $32.9 million related to withdrawal of the products.
Bill Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Sales in the fiscal second quarter were in line with the Company's plan. In the second quarter last year, retailers placed large pre-season orders in anticipation of increased levels of illness associated with H1N1. Those large pre-season buys reduced our sales in subsequent quarters. This year, the inventory level at retail going into the cold season is lower, and, as a result, we believe reorders during our fiscal third and fourth quarters will be higher. We expect our new advertising campaign, which will encompass television, print, and online media, will help increase consumer purchases of Zicam products. We believe our new creative will continue to differentiate our products from general symptom relief products and help increase consumer awareness. As part of these efforts, we recently launched a new web-based Zicam video featuring iconic television moms addressing cold myths. We encourage you to view this video at www.Zicam.com. Our new television advertising will begin airing in November at about the same time when illness levels grow."
As previously disclosed, the Company and its product liability insurer reached agreement that the insurer would transfer the full amount of a $5.0 million policy to the Company to offset legal expenses. The Company received the cash in August 2010. Results for the quarter ended September 30, 2010 include legal defense costs of $2.9 million, which were reduced by $1.9 million of the insurance reimbursement, resulting in net legal defense expense of $1.0 million, compared to legal defense expense of $2.4 million in the quarter ended September 30, 2009. For the six months ended September 30, 2010, legal defense costs were $4.8 million which were offset by $4.1 million of the insurance reimbursement. Legal expense for the six months ended September 30, 2009 was approximately $3.0 million. The Company expects the remaining $900,000 of insurance reimbursement will offset legal expense in the fiscal third quarter and does not expect to receive additional insurance reimbursements for legal expense. Operating expenses for the quarter declined from last year due to reduced net legal expense and a $1.6 million charge recorded in the quarter ended September 30, 2009, related to the Company's exit from the Canadian market.
For fiscal 2011, the Company anticipates revenue increasing 3% to 5% above the $67.3 million achieved in fiscal 2010. In addition, we anticipate increased marketing and legal expense will somewhat offset increased sales in the second half of the year and we expect to report net income for the full year between $2.0 and $3.0 million.
There will be a teleconference Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. EDT to discuss fiscal 2011 second quarter financial results. To access the teleconference, please call (877) 718-5108 (domestic) or (719) 325-4921 (international). To listen to the teleconference via the Internet, go to http://www.matrixxinc.com and click on Events & Presentations. A replay of the call will be available at (888) 203-1112 (domestic) or (719) 457-0820 (international), replay number 9008846 for 3 days following the call, and the web cast will be archived on the Company's website, http://www.matrixxinc.com, for 30 days.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended Sept. 30,
Six Months Ended Sept. 30,
($000s)
2010
2009
2010
2009
Net Sales
$ 21,311
$ 25,627
$ 24,518
$ 32,543
Cost of Sales
5,590
6,830
6,923
9,623
Gross Profit
15,721
18,797
17,595
22,920
Selling, General & Administrative
6,765
10,150
12,078
26,639
Research and Development
354
419
884
1,353
Goodwill Impairment
-
-
-
15,040
Asset Impairments
-
-
-
8,827
Income (Loss) from Operations
8,602
8,228
4,633
(28,939)
Total Other Income
7
38
23
85
Income (Loss) Before Tax
8,609
8,266
4,656
(28,854)
Income Taxes
3,318
3,188
1,798
(11,100)
Net Income (Loss)
$ 5,291
$ 5,078
$ 2,858
$ (17,754)
Net Income (Loss) per Diluted Share
$ 0.57
$ 0.55
$ 0.31
$ (1.93)
Average Shares Outstanding (mil)
9.3
9.2
9.3
9.2
Selected Balance Sheet Information
($000s)
Sept. 30, 2010
March 31, 2010
Sep. 30, 2009
Cash and Certificates of Deposit
$24,024
$30,219
$23,582
Accounts Receivable - Trade
$13,656
$5,386
$22,968
Inventory
$9,469
$6,167
$5,150
Total Assets
$63,676
$61,465
$72,699
Current Liabilities
$9,369
$10,384
$15,711
Working Capital
$48,436
$44,355
$48,803
Total Debt
$0
$0
$0
Shareholders' Equity
$54,307
$51,082
$56,988
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Vice President of Finance & Accounting, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer:
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," and other similar statements of expectation identify forward-looking statements and include statements regarding: (i) our revenue and net income expectations for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011; (ii) our expectations regarding reorders and consumer purchases of Zicam products; (iii) our expectations regarding advertising and marketing of our products; and (iv) our expectations regarding legal expenses. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or quantified and are beyond the Company's control. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations include: (a) the severity and timing of the cold season; (b) the possibility that future sales of our products will not be as strong as expected; (c) the possibility that supply issues may impact future sales of our products; (d) the possibility that our products may face increased competition or negative publicity; (e) the potential impact of current and future product liability, advertising, and securities litigation; (f) regulatory issues or public relations challenges, including those associated with the FDA's June 2009 warning letter, which required the withdrawal of our nasal Cold Remedy products; (g) the possibility of delays or other difficulties in selling our products or in implementing new product improvements and introducing to the marketplace new products and brands; (h) the possibility that expenses, including legal expenses, reserves, and expenses associated with adverse litigation outcomes may exceed expected amounts; (i) the possibility of future product recalls; (j) increased competition from private label manufacturers; and (k) the possibility that adverse economic conditions may affect consumer demand. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations are described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on June 7, 2010, under the heading "Risk Factors," filed pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We do not undertake, and we specifically disclaim, any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
SOURCE Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
locksflooring
14 years ago
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Sets Time for Discussion of Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Financial Results
Date : 10/19/2010 @ 5:16PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
Quote : 5.12 0.0 (0.00%) @ 3:50PM
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Sets Time for Discussion of Fiscal 2011 Second Quarter Financial Results
Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (NASDAQ:MTXX)
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Today : Tuesday 19 October 2010
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company, announced today that financial results for the fiscal 2011 second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2010, will be released after the market closes on Monday, October 25, 2010. An earnings conference call will be held the following morning on Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 11:00 AM ET.
To access the teleconference, please call (877) 718-5108 (domestic) or (719) 325-4921 (international). To listen to the teleconference via the Internet, go to http://www.matrixxinc.com and click on Events & Presentations.
A replay of the call will be available at (888) 203-1112 (domestic) or (719) 457-0820 (international), replay code 9008846 for 3 days following the call, and the web cast will be archived on the company's website, http://www.matrixxinc.com, for 30 days.
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is engaged in the development and marketing of over-the-counter healthcare products that utilize innovative drug delivery systems. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets a full line of Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Vice President of Finance & Accounting, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
SOURCE Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
locksflooring
14 years ago
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 First Quarter Results
Date : 08/03/2010 @ 4:10PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
Quote : 4.89 0.05 (1.03%) @ 7:22AM
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2011 First Quarter Results
Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (NASDAQ:MTXX)
Intraday Stock Chart
Today : Tuesday 3 August 2010
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products, today announced financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended June 30, 2010.
For the fiscal first quarter ended June 30, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $3.2 million and a net loss of $2.4 million, or $(0.26) per diluted share. This compares to net sales of $6.9 million and a net loss of $22.8 million, or $(2.49) per diluted share, for the first quarter ended June 30, 2009. Last year's first quarter results included $2.0 million of sales of nasal Cold Remedy products, which were withdrawn from the market in June 2009, as well as charges of $32.9 million related to the recall and goodwill and asset impairments ($9.0 million for recall costs and $23.9 million of goodwill and asset impairments).
Bill Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, "Sales in the fiscal first quarter are historically the lowest in the fiscal year. However, the quarter is a critical period for finalizing retail plans for the upcoming cold season and manufacturing new products to begin shipping in the fiscal second quarter. We began shipping our two new oral Cold Remedy products in July and significantly increased distribution of our Zicam Liqui-Loz Cold Remedy product for the upcoming cold season. We are pleased by customers' acceptance of these products. On average, our ten largest retail customers will have a net increase of oral Cold Remedy products on-shelf for this year's cold season. In addition, recent consumer consumption data comparing 4-week year-over-year trends following last year's withdrawal of our nasal Cold Remedy products, to the same period this year, shows growth of 5% for our oral Cold Remedy products and 7% for our allergy/congestion products. During our second quarter, we will be finalizing new oral Cold Remedy advertising, which we believe will help increase consumer awareness of our products' unique benefits. We are intent on growing sales of our nasal congestion products and are currently developing new advertising messaging for those products."
Mr. Hemelt continued, "Our overall litigation picture has become clearer and the process is moving quickly. The product lawsuits filed against the Company principally fall into two categories -- claims alleging our Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel products caused loss of smell; and claims seeking compensation based on allegations that the Company misrepresented the safety and/or efficacy of our products. The majority of these cases fall into a multi-district litigation (MDL) process for which the judge has set a strict timetable for moving the cases forward. As previously reported, we are at the same time engaged in mediation with the paintiffs in an effort to settle the cases in order to avoid the costs and risks of litigation. However, if we are unable to resolve these matters in a manner that is in the Company's best interest, we will proceed with the litigation. Separately, during July 2010, the Company entered into settlement agreements with 46 potential claimants who, several years ago, had threatened to file lawsuits against the Company claiming that Zicam Cold Remedy nasal gel had caused a loss of smell. The Company denies the allegations but concluded for business reasons that it was in the Company's best interest to settle the claims. The settlement amounts were $5,000 or less per claimant and were paid from our litigation reserve."
"To avoid ongoing administrative costs, the Company and its product liability insurer reached agreement that the insurer would transfer the full amount of the $5.0 million policy to the Company. Based on this arrangement, the Company recorded $2.2 million, in the quarter ended June 30, 2010, as reimbursement of legal expenses for defending claims previously made against the policy. This resulted in a net credit of $0.3 million for product liability related legal expense ($1.9 million prior to insurance reimbursement) in the quarter ended June 30, 2010, which compares to legal expense of $0.6 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2009. The remaining $2.8 million to be received from the insurer will be applied against ongoing future legal expense. We expect to continue to incur legal expense of $1.3 million to $1.8 million per quarter before allocation of the remaining insurance proceeds."
For fiscal 2011, the Company anticipates revenue increasing 3% to 5% above the $67.3 million achieved in fiscal 2010. In addition, we expect to report net income between $2.0 and $3.0 million.
There will be a teleconference Wednesday, August 4, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. EDT to discuss first quarter fiscal 2011 financial results. To access the teleconference, please call (888) 287-5536 (domestic) or (719) 325-2332 (international). To listen to the teleconference via the Internet, go to http://www.matrixxinc.com and click on Events & Presentations. A replay of the call will be available at (888) 203-1112 (domestic) or (719) 457-0820 (international), replay number 5413220 for 3 days following the call, and the web cast will be archived on the Company's website, http://www.matrixxinc.com, for 30 days.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
(Unaudited)
Three Months Ended June 30,
($000s)
2010
2009
Net Sales
$ 3,208
$ 6,916
Cost of Sales
1,333
2,793
Gross Profit
1,875
4,123
Selling, General & Administrative
5,314
16,489
Research and Development
530
934
Goodwill Impairment
-
15,040
Asset Impairments
-
8,827
Loss from Operations
(3,969)
(37,167)
Total Other Income
16
47
Net Loss Before Tax
(3,953)
(37,120)
Income Tax Benefit
(1,520)
(14,288)
Net Loss
$ (2,433)
$ (22,832)
Net loss per Diluted Share
$ (0.26)
$ (2.49)
Average Shares Outstanding (mil)
9.3
9.2
Selected Balance Sheet Information
($000s)
June 30, 2010
March 31, 2010
June 30, 2009
Cash and Certificates of Deposit
$28,267
$30,219
$37,402
Accounts Receivable - Trade
$1,617
$5,386
$6,258
Inventory
$7,008
$6,167
$6,558
Total Assets
$59,118
$61,465
$72,446
Current Liabilities
$10,374
$10,384
$21,011
Working Capital
$42,479
$44,355
$43,090
Total Debt
$0
$0
$0
Shareholders' Equity
$48,744
$51,082
$51,435
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Vice President of Finance & Accounting, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer:
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," and other similar statements of expectation identify forward-looking statements and include statements regarding: (i) our revenue and net income expectations for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011; (ii) our expectations regarding continued growth of Cold Remedy and congestion product sales and the resulting impact on our operations and financial results; (iii) our expectations regarding advertising and marketing of our products; and (iv) our expectations regarding legal expenses. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or quantified and are beyond the Company's control. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations include: (a) the severity and timing of the cold season; (b) the possibility that future sales of our products will not be as strong as expected; (c) the possibility that supply issues may impact future sales of our products; (d) the possibility that our products may face increased competition or negative publicity; (e) the potential impact of current and future product liability, advertising, and securities litigation; (f) regulatory issues or public relations challenges, including those associated with the FDA's June 2009 warning letter, which required the withdrawal of our nasal Cold Remedy products; (g) the possibility of delays or other difficulties in selling our products or in implementing new product improvements and introducing to the marketplace new products and brands; (h) the possibility that expenses, including legal expenses, reserves, and expenses associated with adverse litigation outcomes may exceed expected amounts; (i) the possibility of future product recalls; (j) increased competition from private label manufacturers; and (k) the possibility that adverse economic conditions may affect consumer demand. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations are described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on June 7, 2010, under the heading "Risk Factors," filed pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We do not undertake, and we specifically disclaim, any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Names William J. Barba Vice President of Finance and Accounting, and Treasurer
Date : 05/19/2010 @ 12:59PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
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Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Names William J. Barba Vice President of Finance and Accounting, and Treasurer
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Names William J. Barba Vice President of Finance and Accounting, and Treasurer
PR Newswire
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 19
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products, today announced that Matrixx's Board of Directors has named William J. Barba as Vice President of Finance and Accounting, and Treasurer effective May 6, 2010.
Mr. Barba served as the Company's Treasurer and Director of Planning, since July 2007. Bill, 38, joined the Company in February 2004 in a finance and investor relations role. He assumed additional responsibilities as Director of Planning and Administration in 2006. Prior to joining Matrixx, he held a variety of financial management positions with Mesa Air Group, Honeywell Intellectual Properties, Avnet, and MicroAge.
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is engaged in the development and marketing of over-the-counter healthcare products that utilize innovative drug delivery systems. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, VP of Finance & Accounting, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
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Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2010 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results
Date : 05/10/2010 @ 4:01PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
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Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2010 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2010 Fourth Quarter and Full-Year Results
PR Newswire
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 10
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company that develops and markets Zicam® products that provide consumers with "better ways to get better®," today announced financial results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2010.
Fiscal 2010 Financial Results
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2010, net sales were approximately $67.3 million, compared to net sales of $111.6 million for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2009. The Company incurred a net loss of approximately $23.6 million, or $(2.56) per diluted share, compared to net income of approximately $13.9 million, or $1.46 per diluted share, for fiscal 2009. Sales and operating results were significantly impacted by the recall of our nasal Cold Remedy products in June of 2009 (nasal Cold Remedy products accounted for approximately 40%, or $42.5 million of fiscal 2009 sales). Partially offsetting the nasal Cold Remedy revenue loss was a 22% increase in sales of oral Cold Remedy products. Product liability and recall-related legal expense increased to $6.2 million in fiscal 2010, compared to $2.5 million in fiscal 2009. For fiscal 2010, the Company incurred a loss from operations of $38.3 million which includes recall-related charges and asset impairments of $33.1 million. Income from operations in fiscal 2009 was $22.3 million and included $2.0 million for recall-related charges. Excluding the recall-related charges and asset impairments described above, the fiscal 2010 loss from operations was $5.2 million as compared to income from operations of $24.3 million in fiscal 2009.
Fourth Quarter Financial Results
For the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2010, the Company reported net sales of $6.3 million, versus net sales of $30.8 million in the quarter ended March 31, 2009. The Company incurred a net loss of approximately $9.6 million, or $(1.04) per diluted share, compared to net income of approximately $3.1 million, or $0.33 per diluted share, in the prior year's fourth quarter. Due to the publicity associated with H1N1 flu, retailers increased early season buys and carried elevated levels of inventory early in the cold season, which adversely impacted reorders in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2010. During the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2010, the Company recorded $10.9 million for marketing and advertising activities to continue to spur consumption during the end of the cold season.
Brand and Operating Highlights
Bill Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Operating Officer, said, "Fiscal 2010 was the single most challenging year for the Company. We navigated a recall of our two nasal Cold Remedy products and reset plans for our Zicam brand to achieve growth in the future. During the cold season we focused our advertising message to consumers around oral Cold Remedy products and realized growth in our oral Cold Remedy franchise. For the 52 weeks ended March 21, 2010, retail unit sales (three-outlet syndicated scanner data, not including Wal-Mart or club stores) of oral Zicam Cold Remedy products increased 12%, while the total cough/cold category unit sales were flat compared to the prior year. Despite facing increased store brand competition, we believe we can continue to grow our core Zicam business, which includes oral Cold Remedy and Allergy/Sinus products. In order to differentiate and promote the growth of our products, we will continue to refresh our consumer messaging and introduce new products." Additional fiscal fourth quarter and full-year 2010 metrics and highlights include:
Introduced two new and unique oral Cold Remedy products for the 2009/2010 cold season (Zicam Cold Remedy Zavors and Zicam Cold Remedy Liqui-Loz)Achieved average gross margin of 69% for fiscal 2010Ended the fiscal year with $30.2 million of cash and certificates of depositExecuted the new "Zicam = I Can" advertising programInvested 38% of sales in advertising and brand building activities to promote Zicam oral Cold Remedy products in light of the nasal products recallOur mix of core business net sales in fiscal 2010 was 66% oral Cold Remedy products and 26% allergy/sinus products, versus 33% and 20%, respectively, in fiscal 2009Oral Cold Remedy unit sales increased 28%Mr. Hemelt continued, "In fiscal 2011, the Company will focus on growing sales in our core Cold Remedy and Allergy/Sinus franchise and offsetting declines in our non-core product classes. For fiscal 2011, the Company anticipates revenue increasing 3% to 5% above the $67.3 million achieved in fiscal 2010. We anticipate expense for litigation will be between $1.3 million and $1.8 million per quarter in fiscal 2011. In addition, we expect to be cash flow positive and report net income between $2.0 and $3.0 million."
There will be a teleconference Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. EDT to discuss fourth quarter and fiscal 2010 financial results. To access the teleconference, please call (877) 878-2689 (domestic) or (970) 315-0419 (international). To listen to the teleconference via the Internet, go to http://www.matrixxinc.com and click on Events & Presentations. A replay of the call will be available at (888) 203-1112 (domestic) or (719) 457-0820 (international), replay number 69901813 for 3 days following the call, and the web cast will be archived on the Company's website, http://www.matrixxinc.com, for 30 days.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
(Unaudited)
Three months ended March 31,
Twelve months ended March 31,
(In Thousands Except Per Share Amounts)
2010
2009
2010
2009
Net Sales
$ 6,311
$ 30,788
$ 67,317
$ 111,630
Cost of Sales
3,412
8,098
20,685
32,876
Gross Profit
2,899
22,690
46,632
78,754
Selling, General &
Administrative
17,970
17,037
58,677
53,205
Research and
Development
499
684
2,396
3,235
Asset Impairments
-
-
23,867
-
Income (Loss) from
Operations
(15,570)
4,969
(38,308)
22,314
Total Other Income
27
47
147
287
Net Income (Loss)
Before Tax
(15,543)
5,016
(38,161)
22,601
Income Tax Expense
(5,895)
1,879
(14,585)
8,737
Net Income
$ (9,648)
$ 3,137
$ (23,576)
$ 13,864
Net Income (Loss) per
Diluted Share
$ (1.04)
$ 0.33
$ (2.56)
$ 1.46
Average Shares Outstanding
(mil)
9.3
9.4
9.2
9.5
Selected Balance Sheet Information
($000s)
March 31, 2010
March 31, 2009
March 31, 2008
Cash and Certificates of Deposit
$30,219
$40,015
$27,933
Accounts Receivable - Trade
$5,386
$14,769
$12,052
Inventory
$6,167
$7,740
$11,530
Total Assets
$61,465
$91,360
$78,149
Current Liabilities
$10,384
$15,477
$10,574
Working Capital
$44,355
$52,075
$44,612
Total Debt
$0
$0
$0
Shareholders' Equity
$51,082
$73,077
$65,552
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is engaged in the development and marketing of over-the-counter healthcare products that utilize innovative drug delivery systems. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Treasurer, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Forward-Looking Statement Disclaimer:
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words "believe," "expect," "plan," "anticipate," and other similar statements of expectation identify forward-looking statements and include statements regarding: (i) our revenue and net income (loss) expectations for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2011; (ii) our expectations regarding continued growth of Cold Remedy product sales and the resulting impact on our operations and financial results; (iii) our expectations regarding advertising and marketing of our products; (iv) our expectations regarding legal expenses; (v) our expectations of being cash flow positive in fiscal 2011. These forward-looking statements are based on the Company's current expectations and are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or quantified and are beyond the Company's control. Future events and actual results could differ materially from those set forth in, contemplated by, or underlying the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations include: (a) the severity and timing of the cold season; (b) the possibility that future sales of our products will not be as strong as expected; (c) the possibility that supply issues may impact future sales of our products; (d) the possibility that our products may face increased competition or negative publicity; (e) the potential impact of current and future product liability, advertising, and securities litigation; (f) regulatory issues or public relations challenges, including those associated with the FDA's June 2009 warning letter, which required the withdrawal of our nasal Cold Remedy products; (g) the possibility of delays or other difficulties in selling our products or in implementing new product improvements and introducing to the marketplace new products and brands; (h) the possibility that expenses, including legal expenses, product reserves, and expenses associated with adverse litigation outcomes or the product withdrawal associated with the FDA's warning letter, may exceed expected amounts; (i) the possibility of future product recalls; (j) increased competition from private label manufacturers; and (k) the possibility that adverse economic conditions may affect consumer demand. Other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the Company's expectations are described in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K filed on June 8, 2009, under the heading "Risk Factors," filed pursuant to the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. We do not undertake, and we specifically disclaim, any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
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15 years ago
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Sets Time for Discussion of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2010 Financial Results
Date : 05/04/2010 @ 2:38PM
Source : PR Newswire
Stock : Matrixx Initiatives Inc. (MM) (MTXX)
Quote : 5.09 -0.07 (-1.36%) @ 7:22AM
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Sets Time for Discussion of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2010 Financial Results
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. Sets Time for Discussion of Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2010 Financial Results
PR Newswire
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 4
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), an over-the-counter healthcare company, announced today that financial results for the fiscal 2010 fourth quarter and year ended March 31, 2010, will be released after the market closes on Monday, May 10, 2010. An earnings conference call will be held the following morning on Tuesday, May 11, 2010 at 11:00 AM ET.
To access the teleconference, please call (877) 878-2689 (domestic) or (970) 315-0419 (international). To listen to the teleconference via the Internet, go to http://www.matrixxinc.com and click on Events & Presentations.
A replay of the call will be available at (800) 642-1687 (domestic) or (706) 645-9291 (international), replay code 69901813 for 3 days following the call, and the web cast will be archived on the company's website, http://www.matrixxinc.com, for 30 days.
About Matrixx Initiatives, Inc.
Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. is engaged in the development and marketing of over-the-counter healthcare products that utilize innovative drug delivery systems. Zicam, LLC, its wholly-owned subsidiary, markets and sells Zicam® products in the cough and cold category. The Company markets a full line of Zicam brand pharmaceuticals, including Zicam Cold Remedy in multiple oral delivery forms; Zicam Allergy and Congestion Relief products; as well as Zicam Cough and Zicam Multi-Symptom relief items. For more information regarding Matrixx products, go to www.Zicam.com. To find out more about Matrixx Initiatives, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTXX), visit our website at www.matrixxinc.com. For additional information, contact William Hemelt, President and Chief Executive Officer, 602-385-8888, or Bill Barba, Treasurer, 602-385-8881. Matrixx is located at 8515 E. Anderson Dr., Scottsdale, Arizona 85255.
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