10QSB 1 bak10qsb123105.txt UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-QSB (Mark One) [X] QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2005 [_] TRANSITION REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE EXCHANGE ACT For the transition period from _________________ to _________________ Commission file number 000-49712 China BAK Battery, Inc. (Exact name of small business issuer as specified in its charter) Nevada 88-0442833 (State or other jurisdiction of (IRS Employer incorporation or organization) Identification No.) BAK Industrial Park No. 1 BAK Street Kuichong Town, Lunggang District Shenzhen, People's Republic of China 518119 (Address of principal executive offices) (86 755) 897-70060 (Issuer's telephone number) Check whether the issuer (1) filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the past 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 [X] No [_]. Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act: Yes [ ] No [X ]. APPLICABLE ONLY TO ISSUERS INVOLVED IN BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS DURING THE PRECEDING FIVE YEARS: Check whether the registrant filed all documents and reports required to be filed by Section l2, 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act after the distribution of securities under a plan confirmed by a court. Yes [ ] No [ ] APPLICABLE ONLY TO CORPORATE ISSUERS State the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of common equity, as of February 3, 2006: 48,878,396 shares of common stock. TABLE OF CONTENTS PART I -- FINANCIAL INFORMATION................................................3 Item 1. Financial Statements..............................................3 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis or Plan of Operation.......10 Item 3. Controls and Procedures.........................................31 PART II -- OTHER INFORMATION..................................................32 Item 1. Legal Proceedings...............................................32 Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds.....32 Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities.................................32 Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.............32 Item 5. Other Information...............................................33 Item 6. Exhibits .......................................................33 2
PART I -- FINANCIAL INFORMATION Item 1. Financial Statements CHINA BAK BATTERY, INC. Consolidated Balance Sheets As of December 31, 2005 and September 30, 2005 (Amounts expressed in US Dollars, except number of shares) Assets December 31, 2005 September 30, 2005 ------------------ ------------------ $ $ Unaudited Current Assets Cash 11,368,998 33,055,784 Cash -Restricted 24,891,394 19,392,280 Accounts Receivable, Net 40,650,896 43,379,754 Inventories 36,885,868 21,696,226 Prepaid Expenses 1,748,264 1,448,119 Notes Receivable 9,365,328 484,028 Accounts Receivable - Related Party 21,588 271,873 ------------------ ------------------ Total Current Assets 124,932,336 119,728,064 ------------------ ------------------ Long-Term Assets Property, Plant, & Equipment 72,067,498 52,160,610 Construction in Progress 5,198,860 17,804,181 Land Use Rights 3,255,562 3,246,791 Less Accumulated Depreciation (7,085,873) (5,873,954) ------------------ ------------------ Long-term Assets, Net 73,436,047 67,337,628 ------------------ ------------------ Other Assets Other Assets 546,585 566,703 Intangible Assets, Net 52,325 53,379 ------------------ ------------------ Total Other Assets 598,910 620,082 ------------------ ------------------ Total Assets 198,967,293 187,685,774 ================== ================== Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity Current Liabilities Accounts Payable 22,159,947 17,836,561 Bank Loans, Short Term 39,032,490 39,545,230 Notes Payable 33,605,163 29,577,308 Land Use Rights Payable 2,970,563 2,962,560 Construction Costs Payable 3,899,249 5,241,883 Customer Deposits 1,329,579 655,065 Accrued Expenses 3,494,288 3,196,594 Other Liabilities 512,718 712,506 ------------------ ------------------ Total Current Liabilities 107,003,997 99,727,707 ------------------ ------------------ CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS (NOTE 5) Stockholders' Equity Capital Stock-$.001 Par Value; 100,000,000 Shares Authorized; 48,878,396 Shares Issued and Outstanding 48,878 48,878 Additional Paid In Capital 68,012,808 68,012,808 Accumulated Comprehensive Income 579,854 362,728 Reserves 4,274,047 3,688,989 Retained Earnings 19,047,709 15,844,664 ------------------ ------------------ Total Stockholders' Equity 91,963,296 87,958,067 ------------------ ------------------ Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity 198,967,293 187,685,774 ================== ==================
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 3 CHINA BAK BATTERY, INC. Consolidated Statements of Operations For The Three Months Ended December 31, 2005 and 2004 (Amounts expressed in US Dollars, except number of shares) (Unaudited) 2005 2004 ----------- ----------- $ $ Revenues, Net of Returns 26,103,750 25,126,265 Cost of Goods Sold 19,024,027 20,743,021 ----------- ----------- Gross Profit 7,079,723 4,383,244 ----------- ----------- Expenses: Selling 1,115,297 808,276 General and Administrative 1,472,431 1,151,756 Research and Development 241,333 20,020 Bad Debts 255,488 51,235 ----------- ----------- Total Expenses 3,084,549 2,031,287 ----------- ----------- Operating Income 3,995,174 2,351,957 Other Expenses (Income): Finance Costs 384,889 389,650 Other Expenses (Income) (308,822) 16,120 ----------- ----------- Net Income Before Provision for Income Taxes 3,919,107 1,946,187 Provision for Income Tax 131,004 144,067 ----------- ----------- Net Income 3,788,103 1,802,120 =========== =========== Net Income Per Common and Common Equivalent Share: Basic 0.08 0.06 =========== =========== Diluted 0.08 0.06 =========== =========== Weighted Average Shares Outstanding: Basic 48,878,396 31,225,642 =========== =========== Diluted 49,242,404 31,225,642 =========== =========== The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 4
CHINA BAK BATTERY, INC. Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows For The Three Months Ended December 31, 2005 and 2004 (Amounts expressed in US Dollars) (Unaudited) 2005 2004 ----------- ----------- $ $ Cash Flows from (used for) Operating Activities Net Income 3,788,103 1,802,120 Adjustments to Reconcile Net Income to Net Cash from Operating Activities: Bad Debts Expense 255,488 51,235 Depreciation and Amortization 1,213,116 754,727 Writedown of Inventory 460,275 -- Changes in Assets and Liabilities: Accounts Receivable 2,512,194 (5,947,411) Inventories (15,592,023) 10,235,226 Prepaid Expenses (300,145) 921,473 Notes Receivable (8,881,301) (437,523) Accounts Receivable - Related Party 250,286 378,413 Other Assets 20,118 (67,767) Accounts Payable 4,323,386 (2,786,974) Land Use Rights Payable (768) 272 Construction Costs Payable (1,342,634) 746,559 Customer Deposits 674,514 (137,346) Accrued Expenses 297,695 (2,664,062) Other Liabilities (199,788) 271 ----------- ----------- Net Cash Flows from (used for) Operating Activities (12,521,484) 2,849,213 ----------- ----------- Cash Flows from (used for) Investing Activities Acquisition of Property, Plant and Equipment (19,906,888) (1,300,986) Construction in Progress 12,605,321 (3,370,433) ----------- ----------- Net Cash Flows used for Investing Activities (7,301,567) (4,671,419) ----------- ----------- Cash Flows from (used for) Financing Activities Proceeds from Borrowings 27,529,782 21,519,898 Repayment of Borrowings (24,014,667) (18,844,328) Cash Pledged To Bank (5,499,114) (806,951) ----------- ----------- Net Cash Flows from (used for) Financing Activities (1,983,999) 1,868,619 ----------- ----------- Effect of Exchange Rate Changes on Cash 120,264 (1,525) ----------- ----------- Net Increase (Decrease) in Cash (21,686,786) 44,888 Cash - Beginning of Period 33,055,784 3,212,176 ----------- ----------- Cash - End of Period 11,368,998 3,257,064 =========== =========== Supplemental Cash Flow Disclosures: Interest Paid 425,214 313,195 =========== =========== Income Taxes Paid 195,491 94,858 =========== ===========
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements. 5 CHINA BAK BATTERY, INC. Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements December 31, 2005 and 2004 (Amounts expressed in US Dollars) (Unaudited) 1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION The condensed consolidated financial statements of China BAK Battery, Inc. and Subsidiaries (the "Company") included herein have been prepared by the Company, without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in conjunction with generally accepted accounting principles have been condensed or omitted pursuant to such rules and regulations, although the Company believes that the disclosures are adequate to make the information presented not misleading. These condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the annual audited consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto included in the Company's annual report on Form 10-KSB, and other reports filed with the SEC. The accompanying unaudited interim consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments of a normal and recurring nature which are, in the opinion of management, necessary to present fairly the financial position, results of operations and cash flows of the Company for the interim periods presented. The results of operations for these periods are not necessarily comparable to, or indicative of, results of any other interim period or for the fiscal year taken as a whole. Factors that affect the comparability of financial data from year to year and for comparable interim periods include non-recurring expenses associated with the Company's registration with the SEC, costs incurred to raise capital and stock awards. The condensed consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles used in the United States of America and include the accounts of BAK International Limited ("BAK International"), Shenzhen BAK Battery Co, Ltd. ("BAK") and BAK Electronics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. for all periods presented. All significant intercompany balances and transactions have been eliminated on consolidation. On January 10, 2006, BAK International completed the formation of a new wholly owned China-based subsidiary, BAK Electronic (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., focused on the manufacture, research, development and distribution of polymer lithium ion rechargeable batteries for use in cellular telephones as well as various other portable electronic devices, including high-power handset telephone, laptop computers, digital cameras, video camcorders, MP3 players, MP4 players and general industrial applications. 6
2. CASH - RESTRICTED The Company's cash - restricted at December 31, 2005 is summarized as follows: $ Time deposits pledged as collateralfor letter of credit facilities 5,978,762 Cash pledged as a guarantee for notes payable 18,912,632 ---------- Total cash - restricted 24,891,394 ==========
3. INVENTORIES The Company's inventories at December 31, 2005 and September 30, 2005 are summarized as follows: December 31 September 30 2005 2005 $ $ Raw materials 13,283,872 9,284,299 Work in progress 4,058,111 2,738,069 Finished goods 19,543,885 9,673,858 ------------ ------------ Total inventories 36,885,868 21,696,226 ============ ============ 4. BANK DEBTS As of December 31, 2005, the Company had several short-term loans, notes payable and letter of credit facilities with banks with a total outstanding balance of $72,637,653. The loans were used primarily to support operating activities, carried interest rates ranging from 5.022% to 6.138%, and have maturity dates ranging from 5 to 12 months. The Company is required to pledge cash, inventories and equipment in order to secure these short-term bank loans and notes payable, summarized as follows at December 31, 2005: $ Cash-restricted 24,891,394 Inventories 7,682,585 Equipment 9,846,100 ------------ Total assets pledged 42,420,079 ============ 7 5. CONTINGENCIES AND COMMITMENTS A. Contingent Liabilities 1. Land Use and Ownership Certificate: According to relevant PRC laws and regulations, a land use right certificate, along with government approvals for land planning, project planning, and construction need to be obtained before construction of building is commenced. An ownership certificate shall be granted by the government upon application under the condition that the aforementioned certificate and government approvals are obtained. BAK has not yet obtained the land use right certificate and government approvals relating to the construction of BAK Industrial Park (the Company's operating premises). However, BAK has applied to obtain the land use right certificate of approval. The local government of Kuichong Township of Longgang District of Shenzhen has, however, granted permission for BAK to commence the construction of the new production plant pending a decision from the bureau of city planning. The Company anticipates that it will receive the approval from the bureau of city planning in 2006. Management believes, under the condition that BAK is granted a land use right certificate and related approvals, there should be no legal barriers for BAK to obtain an ownership certificate for the premises presently under construction in BAK Industrial Park. However, in the event that BAK fails to obtain the land use right certificate relating to BAK Industrial Park and/or the government approvals required for the construction of BAK Industrial Park, there is the risk that the buildings constructed need to be vacated as illegitimate constructions. However, management believes that this possibility while present is very remote. As a result, no provision has been made in the financial statements for this potential occurrence. The Company does not currently insure its manufacturing facilities since it has not yet received its land use right certificate. The Company intends to procure such insurance once it has received the certificate. 2. Guarantees The Company's guarantees at December 31, 2005 are summarized as follows: $ Guaranteed for Shenzhen Tongli, a non-related party 3,618,250 Guaranteed for Shenzhen Zhengda, a non-related party 1,239,127 Notes receivable discounted 1,397,308 --------- Total guarantees 6,254,685 ========= 8 The Company discounts notes and accounts receivable from time to time with banks. At the time of the discounting, all rights and privileges of holding the note are transferred to the banks. The Company removes the asset from its books and records a corresponding expense for the amount of the discount. The Company remains contingently liable on a portion of the amount outstanding in the event the note maker defaults. No provision has been made in the consolidated financial statements for these contingencies. B. Capital Commitments BAK has commitments under construction contracts for the construction of factory, office, and employee residence buildings, amounting to $1,209,726 at December 31, 2005. 6. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS A. On January 11, 2006, the Company repaid in full one of its loans with a principal balance of $6.2 million at December 31, 2005. B. On January 11, 2006, the Company guaranteed an additional $619,563 to a bank for Shenzhen Tongli, a non-related party. Between January 9, 2006 and January 13, 2006, the Company discounted an additional $1,239,127 of notes receivable, increasing the Company's maximum exposure for guarantees to $8.1 million on that date. 9 Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis or Plan of Operation The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the notes thereto and the other financial information appearing elsewhere in this document. Our financial statements are prepared in U.S. dollars and are in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States. In addition to historical information, the following discussion and other parts of this document contain certain forward-looking information. When used in this discussion, the words "believes," "anticipates," "expects," and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those projected due to a number of factors beyond our control. We do not undertake to publicly update or revise any of the forward-looking statements even if experience or future changes show that the indicated results or events will not be realized. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Factors that might cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from those projected or implied in such forward-looking statements include, among other things: (i) the impact of competitive products; (ii) changes in law and regulations; (iii) adequacy and availability of insurance coverage; (iv) limitations on future financing; (v) increases in the cost of borrowings and unavailability of debt or equity capital; (vi) the effect of adverse publicity regarding our products; (vii) our inability to gain and/or hold market share; (viii) exposure to and expense of resolving and defending product liability claims and other litigation; (ix) consumer acceptance of our products; (x) managing and maintaining growth; (xi) customer demands; (xii) market and industry conditions including pricing and demand for products, (xiii) the success of product development and new product introductions into the marketplace; (xiv) the departure of key members of management; (xv) our ability to efficiently market our products; as well as other risks and uncertainties that are described from time to time in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Net income does not reflect certain annual appropriations to reserve funds in accordance with PRC regulations. These appropriations are reflected in the statement of retained earnings as a reduction in retained earnings. Except as otherwise indicated by the context, references in this Quarterly Report on Form 10-QSB to "we," "us," or "our" are to the combined business of China BAK Battery, Inc. ("CBBI") and its wholly-owned direct subsidiary, BAK International, Ltd. ("BAK International") and BAK International's wholly-owned subsidiaries, Shenzhen BAK Battery Co., Ltd. ("BAK Battery") and BAK Electronics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. ("BAK Electronics"). References to "China" or to the "PRC" are references to the People's Republic of China. All references to "dollars" or "$" refers to United States dollars. Overview CBBI is a holding company whose China-based subsidiaries, BAK International, BAK Battery and BAK Electronics, are focused on the manufacture, commercialization and distribution of a wide variety of standard and customized lithium ion rechargeable batteries for use in a wide array of applications. We also have internal research and development facilities engaged primarily in furthering lithium ion and lithium polymer related technologies. We believe that our 10 technologies allow us to offer batteries that are flexibly configured, lightweight and generally achieve longer operating time than many competing batteries currently available. We have focused on manufacturing a family of replacement lithium batteries for mobile phones. We also supply rechargeable lithium ion batteries for use in various other portable electronic applications, including high-power handset telephones, laptop computers, digital cameras, video camcorders, MP3 players and general industrial applications. Historically, we have manufactured three types of batteries: steel cell, aluminum cell and cylindrical cell. In September 2005, we began producing a fourth type of battery, lithium polymer. We deliver our products to packing plants operated by third parties where the bare cells are packed in accordance with specifications established by certain manufacturers of mobile phones and other electronic products. We operate sales and service branches in six principal coastal cities and Beijing in the Peoples Republic of China. The majority of our income is generated from the sale of steel cells. However, we believe there is growth potential for aluminum and cylindrical cells because of their wide applications. Our current growth strategy includes entering into the original equipment manufacture ("OEM") battery market for cellular telephone brands and other electronic products. We have developed a program for producing high power lithium ion battery cells which may allow us inroads into additional battery markets such as those for power tools. We have begun marketing our high power lithium ion battery cells. Critical Accounting Policies In preparing its consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, we use statistical analysis, estimates and projections that affect the reported amounts and related disclosures and may vary from actual results. We consider the following accounting policies to be both those that are most important to the portrayal of our financial condition and that require the most subjective judgment. If actual results differ significantly from management's estimates and projections, there could be an effect on our financial statements. Revenue Recognition, Returns and Warranties Revenue from sales of our products is recognized upon shipment or delivery, depending on the sales order, provided that persuasive evidence of a sales arrangement exists, title and risk of loss have transferred to the customer, the sales amount is fixed and determinable, sales and value-added tax laws have been complied with, and collection of the revenue is reasonably assured. We reduce revenue based upon estimates of future credits to be granted to customers. Credits are granted for reasons such as product returns due to quality issues including product warranties claims, volume-based incentives, and other special pricing arrangements. Management utilizes our historical experience to estimate the allowance for product returns and warranty claims and revises those estimates periodically based on changes in actual experience, market conditions and contract terms. In addition, management monitors collectibility of accounts receivable and notes receivable primarily through review of the accounts receivable and notes receivable agings. When facts and circumstances indicate the collection of specific amounts or from specific customers is at risk, we assess the impact on amounts recorded for bad debts and, if necessary, will record a charge in the period such determination is made. 11 Inventory Valuation Allowances Inventory is valued net of allowances for unsaleable or obsolete raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods. Allowances are determined quarterly by comparing inventory levels of individual materials and parts to historical usage rates, current backlog and estimated future sales and by analyzing the age of inventory, in order to identify specific components of inventory that are judged unlikely to be sold. In addition to this specific identification process, statistical allowances are calculated for remaining inventory based on historical write-offs of inventory for salability and obsolescence reasons. Inventory is written-off in the period in which the disposal occurs. Actual future write-offs of inventory for salability and obsolescence reasons may differ from estimates and calculations used to determine valuation allowances due to changes in customer demand, customer negotiations, technology shifts and other factors. Changes in Accounting Standards In December 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 151, "Inventory Costs, an amendment of ARB No. 43, Chapter 4," which became effective for us beginning October 1, 2005. This standard clarifies that abnormal amounts of idle facility expense, freight, handling costs and wasted material should be expensed as incurred and not included in overhead. In addition, this standard requires that the allocation of fixed production overhead costs to inventory be based on the normal capacity of the production facilities. The implementation of this pronouncement did not have a material impact upon our financial results. Results of operations for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to the three months ended December 31, 2004. Revenues Revenues increased to $26.1 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $25.1 million for same period of the prior year, an increase of $1.0 million or 3.9%. Our revenues increased during the period as a result of increased sales volume, partially offset by a decline in unit selling prices. Revenues relating to steel case batteries increased to $14.6 million from $14.1 million in the prior year period, an increase of $453,000 or 3.2%, due to increased sales volume partially offset by lower selling prices. Revenues from sales of aluminum case cell batteries increased to $8.9 million for the period as compared to $6.6 million in the prior year period, an increase of $2.3 million or 35.2%, primarily due to increased sales volume. We were able to gain market share both domestically and internationally during the period because, in our belief, our production volume and technological advantage gives us an advantage over our competitors with regard to supply ability and cost. We also believe that our gain in market share was due in part to our decision to maintain low pricing, the improved quality of our products and the improvements we made in manufacturing efficiencies. Gross Profit Gross profit for the three months ended December 31, 2005 was $7.1 million or 27.1% of revenues as compared to gross profit of $4.4 million or 17.4% of revenues for the same period of the prior year. The increase in gross profit, as a percentage of revenues, resulted primarily from decreased unit manufacturing costs stemming from a decrease in prices for most raw materials and an increased yield in the manufacturing process. Steel case cell battery selling prices decreased by 3.5% during the period, while the cost of manufacturing steel case 12 cell units decreased by 20.3%, resulting in an overall increase in gross profit from 16.4% to 27.2% of revenues. In the aluminum case cell market, the average unit selling price remained consistent from last year and unit manufacturing costs decreased by 17.6%, thereby increasing gross profit from 13.9% to 25.7% of revenues. While we have historically sold our products primarily into the replacement battery market with lower selling prices and, consequently, lower gross profit margins, we are continuing to pursue a strategy of increasing sales into the higher profit margin OEM segment. Continued vertical integration of the manufacturing process, volume discounts on increasing raw material purchases, increasing production efficiencies, and low labor costs collectively served to reduce manufacturing costs. We believe that we can continue to achieve cost savings from these activities that will help to offset potential replacement battery market selling price decreases during 2006. Some entities include all costs associated with their distribution system in cost of goods sold while other companies may record a portion of their distribution costs in selling expense. Because of this disparity in financial reporting, gross margins between our company and other companies may not be comparable. With the exception of transportation and freight charges which we include under selling expenses, we believe we include most other costs of our distribution system in cost of goods sold. Selling Expenses Selling expenses increased to $1.1 million for the three month period ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $808,000 for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $307,000 or 38.0%. As a percentage of revenues, selling expenses have increased to 4.3% this year, from 3.2% last year, as we increase our staff and advertising to obtain orders to increase utilization of our recent manufacturing capacity expansion. Salaries related to selling efforts increased to $598,000 from $464,000 for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $134,000. We had 80 employees engaged in sales and marketing on December 31, 2005 as compared to 71 on December 31, 2004. As a result of the introduction of a formal and coordinated marketing campaign and increased professional advertisements and exhibitions, advertising expenses increased $37,000 from the same period in the prior year. Transportation, maintenance, travel and entertainment and other related selling and marketing expenses also increased due to the increased selling effort. Marketing or advertising costs consist primarily of promoting ourselves and our products through printed advertisements in trade publications, packaging and displaying our products through attendance of industry trade exhibitions. We do not pay slotting fees, engage in cooperative advertising programs, participate in buydown programs or similar arrangements. No material estimates are required to determine our marketing or advertising costs. General and Administrative Expenses General and administrative expenses increased to $1.5 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $1.2 million for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $321,000 or 27.8%. As a percentage of revenues, general and administrative expenses were 5.6% and 4.6% as of December 31, 2005 and December 31, 2004, respectively. Despite increased general and administrative expense, we believe that general and administrative expenses remain manageable relative to revenues. 13 Professional fees and expenses increased $306,000 from the first quarter of last year, reflecting the additional costs of operating as a public company since January 2005. Benefits, primarily employee pensions, increased $102,000 from the same quarter last year, while insurance increased $76,000 to cover our equipment additions since last year. These increases were partially offset by a $140,000 decrease in salaries due to a lump sum payment made to new hires that completed their probationary period during the three month period ended December 31, 2004. Research and Development Expenses Research and development expenses increased to $241,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $20,000 for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $221,000 or 1,105%. This increase resulted from a $60,000 grant that partially offset the prior year's expense, with the balance of the increase due to materials and other purchases required to support our increased research and development effort. Bad Debts Bad debts expense totaled $255,000 for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $51,000 for the same period of the prior year. As a percentage of revenues, bad debts expenses were 1.0% and 0.2% for the three months ended December 31, 2005 and 2004, respectively. The bad debt expense increase is primarily due to the increase in the bad debts reserve from $834,000 or 3.0% of total accounts and notes receivable of $28.2 million at December 31, 2004 to $1.8 million or 3.5% of total accounts and notes receivable of $51.8 million at December 31, 2005. Management believes that the reserve for bad debts as of December 31, 2005 is adequate and will adjust future reserves as we gain more experience with our customers. Operating Income As a result of the above, operating income totaled $4.0 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to operating income of $2.4 million for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $1.6 million or 69.9%. As a percentage of revenues, operating income was 15.3% for the three months ended December 31, 2005 as compared to 9.4% for the same period of the prior year. The growth in operating income as a percentage of revenues was substantially due to the increase in gross profit. Finance Costs Finance costs decreased to $385,000 for the three month period ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $390,000 for the same period of the prior year, a decrease of $5,000 or 1.3%. The finance costs decrease is primarily due to the BAK's receipt of the second science and technology development interest subsidy from the Shenzhen Department of Finance amounting $124,000 which has been offset against the interest costs during the period. We had $72.6 million in short term loans and notes payable as of December 31, 2005 as compared to $52.6 million outstanding as of December 31, 2004. Short term loans and notes payable are comprised of various short term bank loans and promissory notes, with interest ranging from 5.022% to 6.138%, and maturities of generally less than twelve months. The funds were used for working capital purposes to support the anticipated increase in revenues in the second quarter of fiscal 2006. 14 Other Expenses (Income) Other income was $309,000 for the three month period ended December 31, 2005 as compared to $16,000 of other expenses for the same period of the prior year, an improvement of $325,000. The other income increase is primarily due to BAK International's short term investment in financial instruments during the period. Net Income Primarily as a result of decreased manufacturing costs during the period, we increased our net income to $3.8 million as compared to $1.8 million for the same period of the prior year, an increase of $2.0 million or 110.2%. Inventory Inventory totaled $36.9 million as of December 31, 2005 as compared to $21.7 million as of September 30, 2005, an increase of $15.2 million. We built finished goods inventory by $9.9 million in preparation for the one week plant closing for the Chinese New Year as well as the anticipated ramp up of sales starting in the second quarter of fiscal 2006. Management expects that the finished goods inventory, approximating two months' sales at December 31, 2005, will be reduced by one-third by March 31, 2006. We were also able to enjoy volume discounts from the increased level of raw material purchases. Notes Receivable We have modified our policy with respect to accounts receivable by allowing customers that have good credit ratings and business relationships with us to transfer a portion of their accounts receivable balances to notes receivable. As a result, notes receivable increased to $9.4 million as of December 31, 2005 from $484,000 as of September 30, 2005, an increase of $8.9 million. All of this increase was attributed to sales made during the month of December 2005 and the corresponding notes receivable are due by June 30, 2006. Management believes that this policy will provide a better way to secure our receivables as well as providing the flexibility for us to discount our notes receivable in the future. Liquidity and Capital Resources We have historically financed our liquidity requirements from a variety of sources, including short term borrowings under bank credit agreements, promissory notes and issuance of capital stock. As of December 31, 2005, we had cash and cash equivalents of $36.3 million, as compared to $52.4 million as of September 30, 2005. Included in cash and cash equivalents are cash deposits that are pledged to banks in the amount of $24.9 million and $19.4 million at December 31, 2005 and September 30, 2005, respectively. Typically, banks will require borrowers to maintain deposits of approximately 20% to 100% of the outstanding loan balances. The individual bank loans have maturities ranging from 5 to 12 months which coincides with the periods the cash remains pledged to the banks. We had a working capital surplus of $17.9 million as of December 31, 2005, as compared to $20.0 million as of September 30, 2005, a decrease of $2.1 million. This decrease was primarily attributable to the $4.0 million increase in notes payable to finance the construction of the BAK Industrial Park and the acquisition of equipment. We had short term borrowings maturing in less than one 15
year of $72.6 million as of December 31, 2005, as compared to $69.1 million as of September 30, 2005, an increase of $3.5 million. We currently expect to be able to extend the maturities of our short-term debt once we formally acquire our certificate of land use right. If we are not able to do so, we will have to refinance such short-term debt as it becomes due or to repay that debt to the extent we have cash available from operations or from the proceeds of additional issuances of capital stock. As of December 31, 2005, the principal outstanding under our credit facilities and lines of credit were as follows: Maximum Amount Available Amount Borrowed ---------------- --------------- Comprehensive Credit Facilities: (In thousands) Agricultural Bank of China ................. $ 30,978 $ 29,158 Shenzhen Development Bank .................. 18,587 13,630 Shenzhen Commercial Bank ................... 6,196 4,337 China Minsheng Bank ........................ 4,956 4,956 Construction Bank of China ................. 6,196 6,196 ---------------- --------------- Subtotal - Credit Facilities .......... $ 66,913 58,277 ================ --------------- Lines of Credit: Agricultural Bank of China ................. 4,264 Shenzhen Development Bank .................. 212 Shenzhen Commercial Bank ................... 4,942 China Minsheng Bank ........................ 4,942 --------------- Subtotal - Other Borrowings ........... 14,360 --------------- Total Principal Outstanding ........... $ 72,637 ===============
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Lines of credit are outside of comprehensive credit facilities and are therefore shown separately. During the three months ended December 31, 2005, we refinanced two of our credit facilities totaling $3.8 million, and entered into two new credit facilities totaling $3.7 million with existing lenders. The four new facilities provide for monthly interest payments at fixed annual interest rates from 5.022% to 6.138%, with principal repayments at maturities during the second calendar quarter of 2006. There were no changes in assets pledged or payment guarantees from September 30, 2005 as a result of these new facilities. On January 11, 2006, BAK Battery repaid in full its loan from the Agricultural Bank of China, originally entered into on July 29, 2005 for up to $6,178,942 and maturing January 29, 2006. The principal balance at the time of repayment was $6,178,942. In the future, we may be unable to obtain the same or similar terms for any refinancing of our short-term indebtedness, or be unable to renew our credit facilities on acceptable terms. If we fail to obtain debt or equity financing to meet our debt obligations, or fail to obtain extensions of maturity dates of these obligations as they become due, our overall liquidity and capital resources will be adversely affected. We have completed the construction of 174,784 square meters of new facilities comprised of manufacturing facilities, warehousing and packaging facilities, dormitory space and administrative offices at the BAK Industrial Park. Of that space, 107,388 square meters are new manufacturing facilities. We have completed 16 construction and put into use an additional administrative area, production facility, four manufacturing facilities, a warehouse and packaging facility, two dormitories and one dining hall. At present, we have no payment obligations related to these facilities, although we continue to make payments regarding the construction of the facility as costs arise. We do not own the tract of property on which we constructed the new manufacturing plant and related facilities. We have applied for, but have not obtained, a certificate of land use right for the property and those new facilities. After formal receipt of our land use right, we anticipate being able to extend the maturity of some or all of our short-term debt. Off-Balance Sheet Transactions BAK Battery had guaranteed the timely re-payment of principal and interest of two non-related parties to a bank and discounted certain notes receivable. The maximum amount of our exposure for those guaranties at December 31, 2005 was $6.3 million. On January 11, 2006, BAK Battery guaranteed an additional $619,000 for one of these parties to a bank. Between January 9, 2006 and January 13, 2006, we discounted an additional $1.2 million of notes receivable, increasing our maximum exposure for guarantees to $8.1 million on that date. No revenue, expenses or cash flows arose from these arrangements at anytime. 17 RISK FACTORS We caution you that the following important factors, among others, in the future could cause our actual results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements made by or on behalf of us in filings with the securities and Exchange Commission, press releases, communications with analysts, investors and oral statements. Any or all of our forward-looking statements in this quarterly report on Form 10-QSB, and in any other public statements we make, may turn out to be wrong. They can be affected by inaccurate assumptions we might make or by known or unknown risks and uncertainties. Many factors mentioned in the discussion below are important in determining future results. We undertake no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are advised, however, to consult any further disclosures we make in our reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Risks Related to Our Business We have significant short-term debt obligations, which mature in less than one year. Failure to extend those maturities of, or to refinance, that debt could result in defaults, in certain instances, and foreclosures on our assets. At December 31, 2005, we had $72.637 million of short-term loans and notes payable maturing in less than one year, a substantial portion of which is secured by the pledge of certain of our assets. That collateral includes inventory, machinery and equipment, and cash and cash equivalents which, at December 31, 2005, were in the aggregate amount of $42.4 million. Failure to obtain extensions of the maturity dates of, or to refinance, these obligations or to obtain additional equity financing to meet these debt obligations would result in an event of default with respect to such obligations and could result in the foreclosure on the collateral. The sale of such collateral at foreclosure would result in a substantial disruption in our ability to produce products for our customers in the quantities required by customer orders or deliver products in a timely fashion, which could significantly lower our revenues and profitability. We may be able to refinance or obtain extensions of the maturities of all or some of such debt only on terms that significant restrict our ability to operate, including terms that place limitations on our ability to incur other indebtedness, to pay dividends, to use our assets as collateral for other financings, to sell assets or to make acquisitions or enter into other transactions. Such restrictions may adversely affect our ability to finance our future operations or to engage in other business activities. If we finance the repayment of our outstanding indebtedness by issuing additional equity or convertible debt securities, such issuances could result in substantial dilution to our stockholders. Our indebtedness adversely affects our ability to fund our operations and to compete effectively. The amount of our indebtedness to lenders, which was $72.637 million, as of December 31, 2005, is substantial compared to our assets, stockholders' equity and our operating cash flow. That indebtedness limits our ability to fund our operations through our operating cash flow and to compete effectively. Among other things, our indebtedness: o requires us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow from operations to debt service payments, reducing our working capital and adversely affecting our ability to fund capital expenditures through operating cash flow; 18 o places us at a disadvantage compared with competitors that have proportionately less debt; and o limits our ability to borrow additional funds in the future, if we need them, due to financial and restrictive covenants in our debt agreements. Our manufacturing facilities are not insured against damage or loss. Our operations and financial condition are solely dependent on the success of BAK Battery's operations in China. As is the case with many manufacturing companies in the PRC, we conduct those operations in manufacturing facilities, and using machinery and other related property, that we do not insure against damage or loss. We do not carry business interruption insurance. If we suffer any business interruption or material damage to, or the loss of, any of our manufacturing facilities, due to any cause, the loss would not be offset by any insurance proceeds, and if large enough, that loss could threaten the continued viability of our business. We are and will continue to be under downward pricing pressures on our products from our customers and competitors. We face downward pricing pressures from our customers and competitors, especially in the sales of replacement batteries. To retain our existing customers and gain new ones, we must continue to keep our unit prices low. In view of our need to maintain low prices on our products, our growth, profit margins and net income will suffer if we cannot effectively continue to control our manufacturing and other costs. Our contracts with our customers are generally short-term and do not require the purchase of a minimum amount. Our customers generally do not provide us with firm, long-term volume purchase commitments. Although we enter into manufacturing contracts with our customers who have continuing demand for a certain product, these contracts state terms such as payment method, payment period, quality standard and inspection and similar matters rather than provide firm, long-term commitments to purchase products from us. As a result of the absence of the long term contracts, we could have periods during which we have no or only limited orders for our products, but will continue to have to pay the costs to maintain our work force and our manufacturing facilities and to service our indebtedness without the benefit of current revenues. We consistently face short lead times for delivery of products to customers. Failure to meet delivery deadlines in our production agreements could result in the loss of customers and damage to our reputation and goodwill. We enter into production agreements with our customers prior to commencing production, which reduces our risk of cancellations. However, these production agreements typically contain short lead times for delivery of products, leading to production schedules that can strain our resources and reduce our profit margins on the products produced. Although we have increased our manufacturing capacity, we may lack sufficient capacity at any given time to meet all of our customers' demands if they exceed the production capacity of levels. We strive for rapid response to customer demand, which can lead to reduced purchasing efficiency and increased material costs. If we are unable to sufficiently meet our customers' demands, we may lose our customers. Moreover, failure to meet customer demands may damage our reputation and goodwill. 19 Because of the short lead times in our production agreements, we may not be able to accurately or effectively plan our production or supply needs. We make significant decisions, including determining the levels of business that we will seek and accept, production schedules, component procurement commitments, facility requirements, personnel needs, and other resource requirements, based on our production agreements with our customers. Short lead times of our customers' commitments to their own customers and the possibility of rapid changes in demand for their products reduce our ability to estimate accurately the future requirements of those customers for our products. Because many of our costs and operating expenses are fixed, a reduction in customer demand can harm our gross margins and operating results. We may also occasionally acquire raw materials without having customer orders based on a customer's forecast or in anticipation of an order and to secure more favorable pricing, delivery or credit terms in view of the short lead times we often have under our customers' orders. These purchases can expose us to losses from inventory carrying costs or inventory obsolescence. We have not obtained the certificate of land use right for our BAK Industrial Park. We do not own the tract of property on which we are constructing a new manufacturing plant and related facilities, which facilities are important to our future operations. We have applied for, but have not obtained, a certificate of land use right for the property and those new facilities. We are negotiating with the PRC government to obtain such a certificate and believe that we will obtain the certificate. If we are unsuccessful in doing so, we could be forced to vacate our current premises, would not be permitted to use the new manufacturing and other facilities we are constructing and could be required to relocate to new facilities. Such an event would cause a severe disruption in our ability to produce our products, resulting in the failure to fill customer orders, the loss of customer revenues and a resulting loss of revenues. We face intense competition from other battery manufacturers, many of whom have significantly greater resources than do we. We are subject to intense competition from manufacturers of traditional rechargeable batteries, such as nickel-cadmium batteries, from manufacturers of rechargeable batteries of more recent technologies, such as nickel-metal hydride and liquid electrolyte, other manufacturers of lithium ion batteries, as well as from companies engaged in the development of batteries incorporating new technologies. Other manufacturers of lithium ion batteries currently include Sanyo Electric Co., Sony Corp., Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. (Panasonic), GS Group, NEC Corporation, Hitachi Ltd., LG Chemical Ltd., Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., BYD Co. Ltd., Tianjin Lishen Battery Joint-Stock Co., Ltd., Henan Huanyu Group and Harbin Coslight Technology International Group Co., Ltd. Several of these existing competitors have greater financial, personnel and capacity resources than we do and, as a result, these competitors may be in a stronger position to respond quickly to market opportunities, new or emerging technologies and changes in customer requirements. Many of our competitors are developing a variety of battery technologies, such as lithium polymer and fuel cell batteries, which are expected to compete with our existing product lines. Other companies undertaking research and development activities of solid-polymer lithium ion batteries have developed prototypes and are constructing commercial scale production facilities. The introduction of new products that are perceived as having more desirable qualities than our products and that gain market acceptance would lead to price erosion for our products, require greater 20 marketing and advertising of our products or require greater research and development costs to develop competing products. If competitors develop manufacturing processes that are more efficient than ours, we may face downward pressure on pricing with resulting reductions in our gross profit for our products. Any such developments may require us to increase our research and development and related expenditures to develop competing technology or more efficient manufacturing processes. We are dependent on a single line of products. Our revenues are derived solely from the sale of our lithium ion batteries. The market for these products is characterized by changing technology and evolving industry standards, often resulting in product obsolescence or short product lifecycles. Although we believe our products are based on state-of-the-art technology, other technologies may become the standard for manufacturers of cellular telephones and other devices that use our batteries. In that instance, our products could be obsolete, requiring us to develop new products that compete effectively with the other products on the market. Our failure to identify and develop a commercially viable number of product lines that are sought by the market could adversely affect our growth opportunities and, ultimately, our viability. Because we do not have a diverse product offering that would enable us to sustain our business while seeking to develop new types of products, our business may not be able to recover if we experience a steep decline in demand for our current product offerings. Our operations depend highly on Mr. Xianqian Li, our President and Chief Executive Officer and a small number of other executives. The success of operations depends greatly on a small number of key managers, including Mr. Li, the President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors of CBBI and the chief executive officer and sole director of BAK International and BAK Battery. The loss of the services of Mr. Li or any of the other senior executives of CBBI or BAK Battery could adversely affect our ability to conduct our business. Although we believe we would be able to find other managers to replace any of these managers, the search for such managers and the integration of such managers into our business will inevitably occur only over an extended period of time. During that time the lack of senior leadership could affect adversely our sales and manufacturing, as well as our research and development efforts. Mr. Li has held his positions with BAK Battery since the inception of its business, and our future growth and success very much depends on his continued involvement with our company. All of our senior managers have an employment agreement with CBBI, BAK International or BAK Battery. Our operations depend on our ability to attract and retain a highly skilled group of managers and other personnel. Because of the highly specialized, technical nature of our business, we must attract and retain a highly skilled group of managers and a sizeable workforce of technically competent employees. Although we do not experience unacceptable attrition among our technical staff and sales force, if we were to lose a substantial portion of such persons, our ability to effectively pursue our business strategy could be materially and negatively affected. Although we believe the pool of managers and workers having the necessary education, training and technical skills to fill any positions that may become open is sufficient for our needs, the labor market for such managers and workers is becoming more competitive and we could have to pay higher salaries and wages and provide greater benefits in order for us to attract the necessary workers. 21 We may not be able to effectively respond to rapid growth in demand for our products and of our manufacturing operations. If we are successful in obtaining rapid market growth of our batteries, we will be required to deliver large volumes of quality products to customers on a timely basis at a reasonable cost to those customers. Meeting such increased demands will require us to expand our manufacturing facilities, to increase our ability to purchases of raw materials, to increase the size of our work force, to expand our quality control capabilities and to increase the scale upon which we produce products. Such demands would require more capital and working capital than we currently have available. We extend relatively long payment terms for accounts receivable. As is customary in the PRC, we extend relatively long payment terms and provide liberal return policies to our customers. As a result of the size of many of our orders, these extended terms adversely affect our cash flow and our ability to fund our operations out of our operating cash flow. In addition, although we attempt to establish appropriate reserves for our receivables, those reserves may not prove to be adequate in view of actual levels of bad debts. The failure of our customers to pay us timely would negatively affect our working capital, which could in turn adversely affect our cash flow. Our customers often place large orders for products, requiring fast delivery, which impacts our working capital. If our customers do not incorporate our products into their products and sell them in a timely fashion, for example, due to excess inventories, sales slowdowns or other issues, they may not pay us in a timely fashion, even on our extended terms. This failure to pay timely may defer or delay further product orders from us, which may adversely affect our cash flows, sales or income in subsequent periods. We may not be able to finance the development of new products. Our future operating results will depend to a significant extent on our ability to continue to provide new products that compare favorably on the basis of cost and performance with the products of our competitors, many of whom have design and manufacturing capabilities and technologies that compete well with our products. We are currently conducting research and development on a number of new products, activities requiring a substantial outlay of capital. To remain competitive, we must continue to incur significant costs in product development, equipment, facilities and invest in research and development of new products. These costs may increase, resulting in greater fixed costs and operating expenses. All of these factors create pressures on our working capital and ability to fund our current and future manufacturing activities and the expansion of our business. Lithium ion batteries pose certain safety risks that could affect our financial condition and results of operations. Due to the high energy density inherent in lithium batteries, our batteries can pose certain safety risks, including the risk of fire. Although through our research, design, development and manufacturing processes we attempt to minimize safety risks related to our batteries, should an accident occur, whether at the manufacturing facilities or from the use of the products, it could result in significant production delays or product liability claims for damages resulting from injuries. As a result of limits imposed in our product liability insurance policy, such losses might not be covered by our insurance policy, and if large enough, could have a material and negative effect on our financial condition and results of operations. 22 We depend on certain suppliers of raw materials for the production of our products, and any disruption with those suppliers could delay product shipments and adversely affect our relationships with customers. Certain materials used in products are available to us only from a limited number of suppliers. We currently maintain volume purchase agreements with our major suppliers. However, any interruption in deliveries from any such supplier could delay our product shipments and adversely affect our relationships with customers. We believe, however, that alternative suppliers could supply raw materials that could replace the materials currently used and that, if necessary, we would be able to redesign our products to make use of such alternatives. We receive a significant portion of our revenues from a small number of customers. Three customers individually accounted for more than 10% of our revenues for the quarter ended December 31, 2005 and our five largest customers accounted for approximately 48.0% of our revenues in the quarter. Dependence on a few customers could make it difficult to negotiate attractive prices for our products and could expose us to the risk of substantial losses if a single dominant customer stops purchasing our products. Our business depends on our ability to protect our intellectual property effectively. The success of our business depends in substantial measure on the legal protection of the patents and other proprietary rights in technology we hold. We hold patents in China and have patent applications pending in China and other countries regarding technologies important to our business. If (i) our pending patent applications do not result in the issuance of patents, (ii) the claims allowed under any existing patents are not sufficiently broad to protect our technology, or (iii) any patents issued to us are challenged, invalidated or circumvented, then the resulting ability of third parties to utilize the subject technology will adversely affect on our business. We do not hold similar patents in other countries with respect to these technologies. Consequently, our ability to protect against the unauthorized use of those technologies outside of China is limited. We claim proprietary rights in various unpatented technologies, know-how, trade secrets and trademarks relating to products and manufacturing processes. We protect our proprietary rights in our products and operations through contractual obligations, including nondisclosure agreements. If these contractual measures fail to protect our proprietary rights, any advantage those proprietary rights provided to us would be negated. Monitoring infringement of intellectual property rights is difficult, and we cannot be certain that the steps we have taken will prevent unauthorized use of our intellectual property and know-how, particularly in the PRC and other countries in which the laws may not protect our proprietary rights as fully as the laws of the United States. Accordingly, other parties, including competitors, may duplicate our products using our proprietary technologies. Pursuing legal remedies against persons infringing our patents or otherwise improperly using our proprietary information is a costly and time consuming process that would divert management's attention and other resources from the conduct of our other business, could cause delays and other problems with the marketing and sales of our products, as well as delays in deliveries. Our business may be adversely affected by obsolete inventories as a result of changes in demand for our products and change in life cycles of our products. 23 Risks Related to Doing Business in China Our operations are located in China. Changes in the political and economic policies of the Chinese government may adversely affect our operations. Our business operations may be adversely affected by the political environment in the PRC. The PRC has operated as a socialist state since 1949 and is controlled by the Communist Party of China. In recent years, however, the government has introduced reforms aimed at creating a "socialist market economy" and policies have been implemented to allow business enterprises greater autonomy in their operations. Changes in the political leadership of the PRC may have a significant effect on laws and policies related to the current economic reforms program, other policies affecting business and the general political, economic and social environment in the PRC, including the introduction of measures to control inflation, changes in the rate or method of taxation, the imposition of additional restrictions on currency conversion and remittances abroad, and foreign investment. Moreover, economic reforms and growth in the PRC have been more successful in certain provinces in the PRC than in others, and the continuation or increases of such disparities could affect the political or social stability of the PRC. Although we believe that the economic reform and the macroeconomic measures adopted by the Chinese government have had a positive effect on the economic development of China, the future direction of these economic reforms is uncertain and the uncertainty may decrease the attractiveness of our company as an investment, which may in turn materially adversely affect the price at which our stock trades. The Chinese government exerts substantial influence over the manner in which we must conduct our business activities. The PRC only recently has permitted provincial and local economic autonomy and private economic activities. The government of the PRC has exercised and continues to exercise substantial control over virtually every sector of the Chinese economy through regulation and state ownership. Our ability to operate in China may be adversely affected by changes in Chinese laws and regulations, including those relating to taxation, import and export tariffs, environmental regulations, land use rights, property and other matters. We believe that our operations in China are in compliance with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements. However, the central or local governments of these jurisdictions may impose new, stricter regulations or interpretations of existing regulations that would require additional expenditures and efforts on our part to ensure our compliance with such regulations or interpretations. Accordingly, government actions in the future, including any decision not to continue to support recent economic reforms and to return to a more centrally planned economy or regional or local variations in the implementation of economic policies or to nationalized ownership of all companies now privately owned, could have a significant effect on economic conditions in the PRC or particular regions thereof, and could require us to divest ourselves of any interest we then hold in Chinese properties or joint ventures. We currently enjoy a reduced tax rate, and the loss of this benefit may adversely impact our net income. 24 Under PRC laws and regulations our PRC subsidiary BAK Battery enjoys a reduced enterprise income tax rate as a foreign invested enterprise and a high tech enterprise in an economic development zone. As such, under the current tax scheme, we did not owe any tax during the first two years following the time at which we became profitable, which tax-free period ended on December 31, 2003. After that time and through the 2009 calendar year, we have been and will be taxed on our enterprise income, which is equivalent to our net income before provision for income tax, at the rate of 7.5%, which is equal to 50% of the current 15% enterprise income tax rate currently applicable in Shenzhen. If we fail to qualify for a reduced tax program following the end of the 2009 calendar year, we would be required to pay tax at the full tax rate applicable in Shenzhen at that time. We currently benefit from favorable local tax treatment, the loss of which would adversely affect our results of operations. The current enterprise income tax rate in Shenzhen is 15%, which is in addition to the taxes described above. The PRC could change the tax law to raise the enterprise income tax rate applicable in Shenzhen to the standard statutory tax rate in the PRC, which currently is 33%, which change would result in our incurring a substantially increased tax liability and a consequent reduction in our net income. Future inflation in China may inhibit economic activity in China. In recent years, the Chinese economy has experienced periods of rapid expansion and high rates of inflation. During the past ten years, the rate of inflation in China has been as high as 20.7% and China has experienced deflation as low as minus 2.2%. These factors have led to the adoption by the PRC government, from time to time, of various corrective measures designed to restrict the availability of credit or regulate growth and contain inflation. While inflation has been more moderate since 1995, high inflation may in the future cause the PRC government to impose controls on credit and/or prices, or to take other action, which could inhibit economic activity in China, and thereby adversely affect the market for our products. Any recurrence of severe acute respiratory syndrome, or SARS, or another widespread public health problem, in the PRC could adversely affect our operations. A renewed outbreak of SARS or another widespread public health problem in China, where all of our manufacturing facilities are located and where over 77% of our sales occur and in Shenzhen, where our operations are headquartered, could have a negative effect on our operations. Such an outbreak could have an impact on our operations as a result of: o quarantines or closures of some of our manufacturing facilities offices, which would severely disrupt our operations, o the sickness or death of our key officers and employees, and o a general slowdown in the Chinese economy. Any of the foregoing events or other unforeseen consequences of public health problems could adversely affect our operations. Restrictions on currency exchange may limit our ability to receive and use our revenues effectively. 25 Because all of our revenues are in the form of Renminbi, the Chinese currency unit, any restrictions on currency exchanges may limit our ability to use revenue generated in Renminbi to fund any future business activities outside China. Although the Chinese government introduced regulations in 1996 to allow greater convertibility of the Renminbi for current account transactions, significant restrictions still remain, including primarily the restriction that foreign-invested enterprises may only buy, sell or remit foreign currencies, after providing valid commercial documents, at those banks authorized to conduct foreign exchange business. In addition, conversion of Renminbi for capital account items, including direct investment and loans, is subject to government approval in China, and companies are required to open and maintain separate foreign exchange accounts for capital account items. If the currency exchange system prevents us from obtaining sufficient foreign currency, we may be unable to fund business activities outside China or otherwise make payments in dollars. Shortages in China in the availability of foreign currency may also restrict our ability to pay dividends. We cannot be certain that the Chinese regulatory authorities will not impose more stringent restrictions on the convertibility of the Renminbi, especially with respect to foreign exchange transactions. The value of our common stock will be affected by the foreign exchange rate between Dollars and Renminbi. To the extent that we need to convert dollars into Renminbi for our operational needs, should the Renminbi appreciate against the U.S. dollar at that time, our financial position and the price of our common stock may be adversely affected. Conversely, if we decide to convert our Renminbi into dollars for the purpose of paying dividends on our common stock or for other business purposes and the dollar appreciates against the Renminbi, the dollar equivalent of our earnings from our subsidiaries in China would be reduced. Until 1994, the Renminbi experienced a gradual but significant devaluation against most major currencies, including dollars, and there was a significant devaluation of the Renminbi on January 1, 1994 in connection with the replacement of the dual exchange rate system with a unified managed floating rate foreign exchange system. Since 1994, the value of the Renminbi relative to the U.S. Dollar has remained stable and has appreciated slightly against the U.S. dollar. Countries, including the United States, have argued that the Renminbi is artificially undervalued due to China's current monetary policies and have pressured China to allow the Renminbi to float freely in world markets. On July 21, 2005 the PRC government changed its policy of pegging the value of the Renminbi to the dollar. Under the new policy the Renminbi is permitted to fluctuate within a narrow and managed band against a basket of designated foreign currencies. This change in policy has resulted in an approximate 2.5% appreciation in the Renminbi against the dollar. While the international reaction to the Renminbi revaluation has generally been positive, there remains significant international pressure on the PRC government to adopt an even more flexible currency policy, which could result in further and more significant appreciation of the Renminbi against the dollar. Any significant revaluation of the Renminbi may materially and adversely affect our revenues, cash flow, earnings and financial position, and the value of any dividends payable in dollars. For example, an appreciation of the Renminbi against the dollar would make any Renminbi denominated investment or expenditure more costly to us, to the extent that we use dollars that we must convert into Renminbi for such purpose. 26 We may be unable to enforce our legal rights due to policies regarding the regulation of foreign investments in China. The PRC's legal system is a civil law system based on written statutes, in which system decided legal cases have little value as precedents unlike the common law system prevalent in the United States. The PRC does not have a well-developed, consolidated body of laws governing foreign investment enterprises. As a result, the administration of laws and regulations by government agencies are subject to considerable discretion and variation on the part of the PRC government, including its courts, and may be subject to influence by external forces unrelated to the legal merits of a particular matter. China's regulations and policies with respect to foreign investments are evolving. Definitive regulations and policies with respect to such matters as the permissible percentage of foreign investment and permissible rates of equity returns have not yet been published. As a result, we may not be aware of any violations of these policies and rules until some time after the violation. Statements regarding these evolving policies have been conflicting and any such policies, as administered, are likely to be subject to broad interpretation and discretion and to be modified, perhaps on a case-by-case basis. The uncertainties regarding such regulations and policies present risks that may affect our ability to achieve our business objectives. If we are unable to enforce any legal rights we may have under our contracts or otherwise, our ability to compete with other companies in our industry could be materially and negatively affected. In addition, any litigation in China may be protracted and result in substantial cost and diversion of resources and management attention. You may experience difficulties in effecting service of legal process, enforcing foreign judgments or bringing original actions in China based upon U.S. laws, including the federal securities laws or other foreign laws against us or our management. Almost all of our current operations are conducted in China. Moreover, all of our directors and officers are nationals or residents of China. All or a substantial portion of the assets of these persons are located outside the United States and in the PRC. As a result, it may not be possible to effect service of process within the United States or elsewhere outside China upon these persons. In addition, uncertainty exists as to whether the courts of China would recognize or enforce judgments of U.S. courts obtained against us or such officers and/or directors predicated upon the civil liability provisions of the securities law of the United States or any state thereof, or be competent to hear original actions brought in China against us or such persons predicated upon the securities laws of the United States or any state thereof. Recent PRC regulations relating to acquisitions of PRC companies by foreign entities may create regulatory uncertainties that could restrict or limit our PRC subsidiary's ability to operate, including its ability to pay dividends. The PRC State Administration of Foreign Exchange, or SAFE, issued a public notice in January 2005 concerning foreign exchange regulations on mergers and acquisitions in China. The public notice states that if an offshore company controlled by PRC residents intends to acquire a PRC company, such acquisition will be subject to strict examination by the relevant foreign exchange authorities. The public notice also states that the approval of the relevant foreign exchange authorities is required for any sale or transfer by the PRC residents of a PRC company's assets or equity interests to foreign entities, such as CBBI, for equity interests or assets of the foreign entities. 27 In April 2005, SAFE issued another public notice further explaining the January notice. In accordance with the April notice, if an acquisition of a PRC company by an offshore company controlled by PRC residents has been confirmed by a Foreign Investment Enterprise Certificate prior to the promulgation of the January notice, the PRC residents must each submit a registration form to the local SAFE branch with respect to their respective ownership interests in the offshore company, and must also file an amendment to such registration if the offshore company experiences material events, such as changes in the share capital, share transfer, mergers and acquisitions, spin-off transaction or use of assets in China to guarantee offshore obligations. The April notice also provides that failure to comply with the registration procedures set forth therein may result in restrictions on our PRC resident shareholders and BAK International and BAK Battery, including their ability to distribute profits to CBBI. Pending the promulgation of detailed implementation rules, the relevant government authorities are reluctant to commence processing any registration or application for approval required under the SAFE notices. Our business operations or future strategy could be adversely affected by the interpretations and implementation of the SAFE notices . For example, we may be subject to more stringent review and approval process with respect to our foreign exchange activities, including remittance of dividends to CBBI and the making of foreign-currency-denominated borrowings. Risks Related to our Common Stock The market price for our common stock may be volatile. The market price for our common stock is likely to be highly volatile and subject to wide fluctuations in response to factors including the following: o the lack of depth and liquidity of the market for our common stock, o actual or anticipated fluctuations in our quarterly operating results, o announcements of new products or services by us or our competitors, o changes in financial estimates by securities analysts, o conditions in the lithium ion battery market, o changes in the economic performance or market valuations of other companies involved in lithium ion battery production, o our sales of common stock, o investor perceptions of us and our business, o changes in the estimates of the future size and growth rate of our markets, o announcements by our competitors of significant acquisitions, strategic partnerships, joint ventures or capital commitments, o additions or departures of key personnel, and o potential litigation, or conditions in the mobile telephone market. 28 In addition, the stock market in general, and the over-the-counter market in particular, have experienced significant price and volume fluctuations that have often been unrelated or disproportionate to the performance of listed companies. These broad market and industry factors may seriously harm the market price of our common stock, regardless of our operating performance. A large portion of our common stock is controlled by a small number of stockholders. 43.4% of our common stock is held by Xiangqian Li, our President and Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of our Board, and 44.6% of our common stock is held by our directors and executive officers, collectively. As a result, our directors and executive officers are able to influence the outcome of stockholder votes on various matters, including the election of directors and extraordinary corporate transactions including business combinations. Furthermore, the current ratios of ownership of our common stock reduce the public float and liquidity of our common stock which can in turn affect the market price of our common stock. Only a limited trading market for our common stock exists. Historically, we have had limited trading in our common stock, in part, as a result of the limited public float in our stock and as a result of our operating history. Unless a substantial number of shares are sold by the selling shareholders and other CBBI shareholders into the open market, an active trading market for shares of our common stock may never develop. Without an active market in our shares, the liquidity of the stock could be limited and prices for the common stock would be depressed. Our common stock is traded in the over-the-counter market through the Over-the-Counter Electronic Bulletin Board. Our common stock may never be included for trading on any stock exchange or through any other quotation system (including, without limitation, the NASDAQ Stock Market). Sales of substantial amounts of our common stock in the market could cause the price to fall. As there is only limited trading activity in our securities, the sale of a substantial amount of our common stock in the market over a relatively short period of time could result in significant fluctuations in the market price of our common stock and could cause our common stock price to fall. We have filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (i) a registration statement on Form SB-2 (file number 333-122209), as amended, registering the resale of 13,639,916 shares of our common stock by certain selling stockholders as described therein and (ii) a registration statement on Form SB-2 (file number 333-130247), as amended, registering the resale of 8,531,852 shares of our common stock by certain selling stockholders as described therein. If and when such registration statements are declared effective, the offers and sales of the shares covered by such registration statements by those selling stockholders could adversely affect the price for shares of our common stock in the open market. Our common stock could be subject to additional regulation as a "penny stock," which may reduce the liquidity of our common stock. If the trading price of our common stock falls below $5.00 per share, the open-market trading of our common stock will be subject to the "penny stock" rules. The "penny stock" rules impose additional sales practice requirements on broker-dealers who sell securities to persons other than established customers 29 and accredited investors (generally those with assets in excess of $1,000,000 or annual income exceeding $200,000 or, together with his or her spouse, $300,000). For transactions covered by these rules, the broker-dealer must make a special suitability determination for the purchase of securities and have received the purchaser's written consent to the transaction before the purchase. Additionally, for any transaction involving a penny stock, unless exempt, the broker-dealer must deliver, before the transaction, a disclosure schedule prescribed by the SEC relating to the penny stock market. The broker-dealer also must disclose the commissions payable to both the broker-dealer and the registered representative and current quotations for the securities. Finally, monthly statements must be sent disclosing recent price information on the limited market in penny stocks. These additional burdens imposed on broker-dealers may restrict the ability of broker-dealers to sell the common stock and may affect a stockholder's ability to resell the common stock. Stockholders should be aware that, according to SEC Release No. 34-29093, the market for penny stocks has suffered in recent years from patterns of fraud and abuse. Such patterns include (i) control of the market for the security by one or a few broker-dealers that are often related to the promoter or issuer; (ii) manipulation of prices through prearranged matching of purchases and sales and false and misleading press releases; (iii) boiler room practices involving high-pressure sales tactics and unrealistic price projections by inexperienced sales persons; (iv) excessive and undisclosed bid-ask differential and markups by selling broker-dealers; and (v) the wholesale dumping of the same securities by promoters and broker-dealers after prices have been manipulated to a desired level, along with the resulting inevitable collapse of those prices and with consequent investor losses. We are obligated to indemnify our officers and directors for certain losses they suffer. Our Bylaws provide for the indemnification of our directors, officers, employees, and agents, under certain circumstances, against liabilities, attorney's fees and other expenses incurred by them in any litigation to which they become a party arising from their association with or activities on behalf of us to the maximum extent permitted by Nevada law. If we are required to indemnify any persons under this policy, the amounts we would have to pay could be material, and we may be unable to recover any of these funds from any source. We recently adopted amendments to our Bylaws that could entrench our Board of Directors and prevent a change in control. Effective January 20, 2005, we adopted Amended and Restated Bylaws that (i) increased the percentage of stockholders required to call special meetings of stockholders from 10% to 30%, (ii) eliminated a provision allowing stockholders to fill vacancies in the Board if such vacancies were not filled by the Board, (iii) include a new provision providing that no contract or transaction between us and one or more of our directors or officers is void if certain criteria are met and (iv) allow for the amendment of our Bylaws by the Board of Directors rather than our stockholders. Collectively, these provisions may allow our Board of Directors to entrench the current members and prevent a change in control of our company in situations where a change in control would be beneficial to our stockholders. 30 Interest Rate Risk The Company is exposed to interest rate risk primarily with respect to our short-term bank loans. Although the interest rates, based on the banks' prime rates, are fixed for the terms of the loans, the terms are typically five to twelve months and interest rates are subject to change upon renewal. There were no changes in interest rates for short-term bank loans renewed during the three months ended December 31, 2005. A hypothetical 1.0% increase in the annual interest rates for all of the Company's credit facilities at December 31, 2005 would decrease net income before provision for income taxes by $98,000 or 2.5% for the three months ended December 31, 2005. Management monitors the banks' prime rates in conjunction with the Company's cash requirements to determine the appropriate level of debt balances relative to other sources of funds. We have not entered into any hedging transactions in an effort to reduce our exposure to interest rate risk. Foreign Exchange Risk While our reporting currency is the U.S. Dollar, approximately 75% of our consolidated revenues and 90% of consolidated costs and expenses are denominated in Renminbi ("RMB"), with the balance denominated in U.S. Dollars. Substantially all of our assets are denominated in RMB except for cash, of which 34% is denominated in U.S. Dollars. As a result, we are exposed to foreign exchange risk as our revenues and results of operations may be affected by fluctuations in the exchange rate between U.S. Dollars and RMB. If the RMB depreciates against the U.S. Dollar, the value of our RMB revenues, earnings and assets as expressed in our U.S. Dollar financial statements will decline. We have not entered into any hedging transactions in an effort to reduce our exposure to foreign exchange risk. Item 3. Controls and Procedures On February 3, 2006, we amended our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-QSB for the fiscal quarters ended March 31, 2005 and June 30, 2005 and our Current Report on Form 8-K originally filed on January 21, 2005 and amended on April 7, 2005 to restate certain of our financial statements as more fully described in such amended filings as a result of comments we received from the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "Commission") in connection with another filing we made with the Commission. We described in the amended filings that we made on February 3, 2006 that as a result of those restatements resulting from the comments of the Commission, our management was implementing the following set of changes: (1) Engaging outside consultants with technical accounting expertise, as needed, to ensure that accounting personnel with adequate experience, skills and knowledge are directly involved in the review of our financial statements and how we account for complex, non-recurring transactions and those items for which we have restated our financial statements as described above; (2) Providing additional training of our accounting staff; (3) Involving both internal accounting personnel and outside consultants with technical accounting expertise, as needed, early in the evaluation of the application of generally accepted accounting principles in complex, non-recurring transactions; 31 (4) Documenting to standards established by senior accounting personnel and the principal accounting officer the review, analysis and related conclusions with respect to complex, non-recurring transactions and those items for which we have restated our financial statements as described above; and (5) Requiring senior accounting personnel and our outside consultants with technical accounting expertise to review complex, non-recurring transactions to evaluate and approve the accounting treatment for such transactions and those items for which we have restated our financial statements as described above prior to the issuance of any financial statements by us. We began to execute the remediation steps identified above in the fourth quarter of calendar year 2005. We engaged outside consultants with technical accounting expertise in October 2005 and we utilized these consultants as well as other changes described above in the preparation of this quarterly report. We carried out an evaluation, under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the "Exchange Act") as of December 31, 2005. Based upon that evaluation, the Chief Executive officer and Chief Financial Officer concluded that as of December 31, 2005 our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in timely alerting them to material information relating to the Company required to be included in our Exchange Act filings. The two Executive Officers responsible for the financial reporting and disclosure are in direct control of the books and records of the Company and are involved first-hand in the decision making process for material transactions. There have been no significant changes in our internal controls over financial reporting during the fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2005, that has materially effected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect our internal controls over financial reporting,other than the changes that are described above. PART II -- OTHER INFORMATION Item 1. Legal Proceedings None. Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds None Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities None. Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders By the written consent of holders of a majority of our shares of common stock (the "Majority Stockholders"), Dr. Huanyu Mao, Mr. Richard Goodner, Mr. Joseph R. Mannes and Mr. Donald A. Preston have been chosen to become directors. The Majority Stockholders also approved by written consent an amendment to our Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws which will give our board of directors (the "Board") the authority to determine the number of directors on the Board. Finally, the Majority Stockholders approved by written consent the Stock Option Plan and Compensation Plan for Non-Employee Directors of the Company. However, none of the foregoing actions will be effective until the end of the twentieth 32 calendar day after an Information Statement under Section 14(c) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which includes information relating to the foregoing actions, is sent to our stockholders. An Information Statement has not been sent our stockholders and accordingly, none of the foregoing actions are yet effective. Item 5. Other Information In connection with the December 1, 2005 loan to BAK Battery from China Construction Bank, Shenzhen Branch, BAK International, Ltd. entered into a Guarantee Contract of Comprehensive Credit Facility whereby BAK International will provide unconditional guarantee of joint and several liability for all indebtedness of BAK Battery under the credit facility agreement between BAK Battery and China Construction Bank, Shenzhen Branch. On December 1 , 2005 BAK Battery drew an additional US $2.4 million under such credit facility bearing interest at an annual rate of 5.481% and maturing June 1, 2006. The credit faciliy agreement is discussed further in Amendment No. 1 to our Annual Report on Form 10-KSB for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2005 filed with the Commission on January 31, 2006. Item 6. Exhibits. Exhibits 10.1 Summary of Loan Agreement by and between Shenzhen BAK BatteryCo., Ltd. and Longgang Branch, Agricultural Bank of China dated November 30, 2005. * 10.2 Summary of Loan Agreement by and between Shenzhen BAK Battery Co., Ltd. and Longgang Branch, Agricultural Bank of China dated December 5, 2005. * 10.3 Summary of Loan Agreement between Shenzhen BAK Battery Co., Ltd. and Longgang Branch, Shenzhen Development Bank dated November 1, 2005. * 10.4 Summary of Loan Agreement between Shenzhen BAK Battery Co., Ltd. and Shenzhen Branch, China Construction Bank dated December 1, 2005. * 10.5 Summary of Guaranty Contract of Comprehensive Credit Facility Agreement between BAK International, Ltd. and Shenzhen Branch, China Construction Bank dated December 1, 2005. * 31.1 Certification by CEO pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350 as adopted by Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. 31.2 Certification by CFO pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350 as adopted by Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. 32.1 Certification by CEO pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350 as adopted by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. 32.2 Certification by CFO pursuant to 18 USC Section 1350 as adopted by Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002. * Previously filed as an exhibit to our Registration Statement on Form SB-2 (File No. 333-130247) filed with the Commission on December 9, 2005. 33 SIGNATURES In accordance with the requirements of the Exchange Act, the registrant caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized. Date: February 9, 2006 CHINA BAK BATTERY, INC. By: /s/ Li Xiangqian ------------------------------------- Li Xiangqian, Chief Executive Officer By: /s/ Han Yongbin ------------------------------------- Han Yongbin, Chief Financial Officer 34