Del Global Technologies Reports Fiscal 2009 Second Quarter Financial Results.FRANKLIN PARK Franklin Park, village (1990 pop. 18,485), Cook co., NE Ill., a suburb of Chicago; inc. 1892. It is chiefly residential. , Ill. -- Del Global Technologies Corp. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :DGTC): Q2 FY 2009 Highlights Versus Q2 FY 2008 * Net sales Net Sales The amount a seller receives from the buyer after costs associated with the sale are deducted. Notes: This amount is calculated by subtracting the following items from gross sales: merchandise returned for credit, allowances for damaged or missing goods, freight of $24.7 million * Improved sales at RFI (Radio Frequency Interference) High-frequency electromagnetic waves that emanate from electronic devices such as chips. RFI - Radio Frequency Interference * Successful stock repurchase Stock repurchase A firm's repurchase of outstanding shares of its common stock. * Secured large government tender in Mexico Del Global Technologies Corp. (OTCBB: DGTC) ("Del Global" or "the Company") today announced financial results for its fiscal 2009 second quarter and six months ended January 31, 2009. Consolidated net sales of $24.7 million for the second quarter of fiscal 2009 reflect a decrease of $5.2 million or 17.4% from fiscal 2008 second quarter net sales of $29.9 million due to decreased sales in our Medical Systems Group in fiscal 2009. The Medical Systems Group's second quarter fiscal 2009 sales of $21.5 million were $5.7 million or 20.9% less than the prior year's second quarter with decreases primarily due to decreased international sales volume attributable to a favorable prior year shipment level on an expired international contract partially offset by increased domestic medical equipment shipments. Sales at the Power Conversion Group during the second quarter of fiscal 2009 were $3.2 million, approximately $0.5 million more than prior year's sales. This increase was due to stronger sales bookings in the current period. Consolidated gross margins as a percent of sales were 23.4% for the second quarter of fiscal 2009, compared to 25.1% in the second quarter of fiscal 2008. For the Medical Systems Group, gross margins of 21.3% in the second quarter of fiscal 2009 were lower than gross margins of 24.0 % in the second quarter of fiscal 2008 due primarily to increased sales in our digital products. Generally, digital products have a higher selling price than the non-digital product offerings, but they also have a higher cost resulting in lower gross margin percentages. The Power Conversion Group's gross margins for the second quarter of fiscal 2009 were 37.9%, versus 35.9% in the prior year second quarter, reflecting increased margins in the product mix. The total operating expenses Operating expenses The amount paid for asset maintenance or the cost of doing business, excluding depreciation. Earnings are distributed after operating expenses are deducted. increased $2.0 million to $6.9 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2009 from $4.9 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. This increase was primarily due to a $2.5 million litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. settlement reserve for a legal settlement with a former employee, offset by reduced selling and administration and travel expenses during the second quarter of fiscal 2009. Research and development expenses in the second quarter of fiscal 2009 of $0.5 million were $0.2 million lower compared to the same period in the prior year, primarily due to the effect of favorable currency translation rates. The total operating loss operating loss The excess of operating expenses over revenue. As with operating income, operating losses exclude revenues and expenses from operations that are not considered a regular part of the business. Also called deficit. Compare operating income. for the second quarter of fiscal 2009 was $(1.1) million compared to operating income Operating Income The profit realized from a business' own operations. Notes: This would not include income from things such as investments in other firms. Also referred to as operating profit or recurring profit. of $2.6 million in the comparable prior year period. Operating income at the Medical Systems Group for the second quarter of fiscal 2009 was $2.4 million compared to $2.7 million for the same period the prior year. The Power Conversion Group generated operating income of $0.6 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2009, an increase over the comparable prior year period of $0.3 million. The consolidated net loss in the second quarter of fiscal 2009 was $(1.8) million, or $(0.08) per basic share, compared to net income of $1.4 million, or $0.06 per basic share in the comparable prior year period. For the second quarter of fiscal 2009, there were approximately 23.5 million weighted average common shares diluted outstanding ("shares outstanding") as compared to 24.1 million shares outstanding diluted in the second quarter of fiscal 2008. The decrease in diluted shares outstanding was due to the impact of dilutive warrants that expired August 2, 2008, the expiration of unexercised employee stock options and the stock repurchase program. STOCK REPURCHASE PROGRAM During the second quarter of fiscal 2009, the Company repurchased 1,527,859 shares of Common Stock (DGTC) at a total cost of approximately $1.6 million. In January 2009, the Company's Board of Directors suspended the common stock repurchase program. MEXICO TENDER The Company was successful in securing a large government tender in Mexico. Del's product specifications, local service, expedient delivery times and comprehensive warranty were key factors in Mexico's decision to award the tender to DEL. The Mexican Government plans to install six Apollo Systems for the Mexico City Mexico City Spanish Ciudad de México City (pop., 2000: city, 8,605,239; 2003 metro. area est., 18,660,000), capital of Mexico. Located at an elevation of 7,350 ft (2,240 m), it is officially coterminous with the Federal District, which occupies 571 sq mi Government Health Services health services Managed care The benefits covered under a health contract , four Digital Apollo Systems for the ISSSTE ISSSTE Instituto de Seguridad y Servicios Sociales de Los Trabajadores del Estado ISSSTE Imposible Solicitar Servicio Solo Tramitamos Entierros (Government Workers Health and Social Institute) and eight Del RAD Systems for the ISEM ISEM ITA (Instrumentation Technology Association) Standard Experiment Model ISEM International Society for Ecological Modeling ISEM Integrated Space Environmental Model (Health Services for the State of Mexico The State of México (often abbreviated to "Edomex" from Estado de México in Spanish) is a state in the center of the nation of Mexico. The State's capital is the city of Toluca. ). Local support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services were provided by Del's Mexican dealer. BACKLOG The consolidated backlog at January 31, 2009 was $17.6 million compared to a backlog at August 2, 2008 of approximately $22.7 million. The Medical System's segment experienced a decrease in second quarter backlog of $5.0 million from August 2, 2008. This decrease was due to a weak global economy, resulting in lower bookings during the first six month period of fiscal 2009. The backlog in the Power Conversion Group of $5.3 million reflects a decrease of $0.1 million from levels at the beginning of the fiscal year. Substantially all of the backlog should result in shipments within the next 12 to 15 months. FINANCIAL CONDITION Del Global's balance sheet at January 31, 2009 reflected working capital of $24.0 million, which included $9.7 million of cash and cash equivalents. As of January 31, 2009, Del Global did not have any outstanding borrowings under its U.S. or Italian revolving credit Revolving Credit A line of credit where the customer pays a commitment fee and is then allowed to use the funds when they are needed. It is usually used for operating purposes, fluctuating each month depending on the customers current cash flow needs. facilities. In the aggregate, Del Global had approximately $17.0 million of borrowing availability under its domestic and Italian revolving credit facilities. COMMENTS James A. Risher, Del Global's President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, "Our results during the fiscal 2009 second quarter reflect our ability to work through what many believe is the beginning of a general deceleration deceleration /de·cel·er·a·tion/ (de-sel?er-a´shun) decrease in rate or speed. early deceleration in the worldwide economy. Although economic conditions for the remainder of fiscal 2009 remain uncertain, we believe that our strong financial position, a burgeoning product portfolio, and customer relationships should help us mitigate the impact of any economic sluggishness. Our recent success in the international marketplace, specifically with the Apollo product line, leaves us optimistic op·ti·mist n. 1. One who usually expects a favorable outcome. 2. A believer in philosophical optimism. op that through new product introductions and strategic agreements we can continue to stimulate demand in our existing customer base while penetrating new profitable markets both in the U.S. and overseas." INVESTOR CONFERENCE CALL Del Global will host a conference call on March 20, 2009 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time / 9:00 AM Central Time to discuss these results. The telephone number to join this conference call is (706) 634-0830. ABOUT DEL GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES Del Global Technologies Corp. is primarily engaged in the design, manufacture and marketing of high performance diagnostic imaging systems for medical, dental and veterinary applications through the Del Medical Systems Group. Through its U.S. based Del Medical Imaging Corp. and Milan, Italy based Villa Sistemi Medicali S.p.A. subsidiaries the Company offers a broad portfolio of general radiographic radiographic (rā´dēōgraf´ik), adj relating to the process of radiography, the finished product, or its use. , radiographic/fluoroscopic, portable x-ray and digital radiographic systems to the global marketplace. Through its RFI subsidiary, Del Global manufactures proprietary high-voltage power conversion subsystems including electronic filters, high voltage The term high voltage characterizes electrical circuits, in which the voltage used is the cause of particular safety concerns and insulation requirements. High voltage is used in electrical power distribution, in cathode ray tubes, to generate X-rays and particle beams, to capacitors, pulse modulators, transformers and reactors, and a variety of other products designed for industrial, medical, military and other commercial applications. The company's web site is www.delglobal.com. Statements about future results made in this release may constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act The Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (PSLRA) implemented several significant substantive changes affecting certain cases brought under the federal securities laws, including changes related to pleading, discovery, liability, class representation and awards fees and of 1995. These statements are based on current expectations and the current economic environment. Del Global cautions that these statements are not guarantees of future performance. These statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that are difficult to predict, including, but not limited to: the ability of Del Global to implement its business plan; retention of management; changing industry and competitive conditions; obtaining anticipated operating efficiencies; securing necessary capital facilities; favorable determinations in various legal matters; market and operating risks from foreign currency exchange exposures; and favorable general economic conditions. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements. Important assumptions and other important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements are specified in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. [TABLE OMITTED] [TABLE OMITTED] |
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