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UNITED STATES
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Delaware |
000-50171 |
36-4415727 |
590 Madison Avenue, 37th Floor |
10022 |
Registrants telephone number, including area code:
(212) 484-4900
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Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
o Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
o Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
o Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
o Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On July 21, 2011, the Company reported its second quarter 2011 financial results. A copy of the Companys press release containing this information is being furnished as Exhibit 99.1 to this report on Form 8-K and is incorporated herein by reference.
The information furnished pursuant to Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed filed for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the Exchange Act) or otherwise subject to the liabilities under that Section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act.
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits. See Exhibit Index.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
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TRAVELZOO INC. |
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Date: July 21, 2011 |
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By: |
/s/ Glen Ceremony |
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Glen Ceremony Chief Financial Officer |
Exhibit 99.1
Travelzoo 37th Floor Christie McConnell +1 (212) 484-4912 |
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEW YORK, July 21, 2011 -- Travelzoo Inc. (NASDAQ: TZOO):
· Revenue of $37.6 million, up 34% year-over-year
· Operating profit of $7.6 million, up 29% year-over-year
· Net income of $4.9 million, up 51% year-over-year
· Earnings per share of $0.30, compared to $0.20 in the prior year period
Travelzoo Inc., a global Internet media company, today announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011, with revenue of $37.6 million, an increase of 34% year-over-year. Operating profit was $7.6 million, up 29% year-over-year. Net income was $4.9 million, with diluted net income per share (EPS) of $0.30, up from $0.20 in the prior-year period.
We achieved record revenues and our fastest growth rate in 4 years. We accelerated our investment in future growth, adding 27 new Local Deals markets, 800,000 new subscribers and we grew our headcount faster than in any prior quarter, said Chris Loughlin, CEO of Travelzoo. We also ran a television advertising test, which negatively impacted earnings per share by approximately $0.07. We are pleased with our accelerated growth rate and confident that our investments will fuel future growth.
North America
North America business segment revenue grew 25% year-over-year to $27.7 million. Operating profit was $6.5 million, or 24% of revenue, down from $6.7 million, or 30% of revenue, in the prior-year period.
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Europe
Europe business segment revenue grew 67% year-over-year to $10.0 million. In local currency terms, revenue grew 53% year-over-year. Operating profit was $1.1 million, compared to an operating loss of $808,000 in the prior-year period.
Subscribers
Travelzoo had a total unduplicated number of newsletter subscribers in North America and Europe of 20.7 million as of June 30, 2011, up 13% from June 30, 2010, and up 4% from March 31, 2011. In North America, total unduplicated number of subscribers was 15.3 million as of June 30, 2011, up 9% from June 30, 2010 and up 3% from March 31, 2011. In Europe, total unduplicated number of subscribers was 5.5 million as of June 30, 2011, up 29% from June 30, 2010 and up 7% from March 31, 2011.
Asset Management
During the second quarter, Travelzoo used $11.2 million of cash for operating activities. Accounts receivable decreased by $473,000 quarter-over-quarter and increased by $2.4 million over the prior-year period to $15.9 million. Accounts payable increased by $2.1 million quarter-over-quarter and increased by $9.3 million over the prior-year period to $15.7 million. Capital expenditures were $356,000, down from $699,000 in the prior quarter and up from $355,000 in the prior-year period. Travelzoo exited the second quarter with $40.1 million in cash and cash equivalents.
Conference Call
Travelzoo will host a conference call to discuss second quarter results at 11:00 a.m. ET today. Please visit http://www.travelzoo.com/earnings to
· download the management presentation (PDF format) to be discussed in the conference call;
· access the webcast.
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About Travelzoo
Travelzoo Inc. is a global Internet media company. With more than 23 million subscribers in North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific and 23 offices worldwide, Travelzoo® publishes deals from more than 2,000 travel and entertainment companies. Travelzoos deal experts review offers to find the best deals and confirm their true value. In Asia Pacific, Travelzoo is independently owned and operated by Travelzoo (Asia) Ltd. and Travelzoo Japan K.K. under a license agreement with Travelzoo Inc.
Certain statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts may be forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934. These forward-looking statements may include, but are not limited to, statements about our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions, markets in which we participate and other statements contained in this press release that are not historical facts. When used in this press release, the words expect, predict, project, anticipate, believe, estimate, intend, plan, seek and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. Because these forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties, there are important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking statements, including changes in our plans, objectives, expectations, prospects and intentions, and other factors discussed in our filings with the SEC. We cannot guarantee any future levels of activity, performance or achievements. Travelzoo undertakes no obligation to update forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances occurring after the date of this press release. Travelzoo and Top 20 are registered trademarks of Travelzoo Inc. All other company and product names mentioned are trademarks of their respective owners.
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Travelzoo Inc. | ||||
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations | ||||
(Unaudited) | ||||
(In thousands, except per share amounts) | ||||
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Six months ended | ||
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June 30, |
June 30, | ||
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2011 |
2010 |
2011 |
2010 |
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Revenues |
$ 37,565 |
$ 28,106 |
$ 74,525 |
$ 56,624 |
Cost of revenues |
2,499 |
1,616 |
4,918 |
3,270 |
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Gross profit |
35,066 |
26,490 |
69,607 |
53,354 |
Operating expenses: |
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Sales and marketing |
19,137 |
14,049 |
35,291 |
29,041 |
General and administrative |
8,301 |
6,505 |
16,695 |
13,217 |
Settlement with State of Delaware |
- |
- |
20,000 |
- |
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Total operating expenses |
27,438 |
20,554 |
71,986 |
42,258 |
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Income (loss) from operations |
7,628 |
5,936 |
(2,379) |
11,096 |
Other income and expense: |
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Interest income and other income |
43 |
45 |
75 |
87 |
Gain (loss) on foreign currency |
(1) |
- |
29 |
(209) |
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Income (loss) before income taxes |
7,670 |
5,981 |
(2,275) |
10,974 |
Income taxes |
2,752 |
2,734 |
6,762 |
5,253 |
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Net income (loss) |
$ 4,918 |
$ 3,247 |
$ (9,037) |
$ 5,721 |
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Basic net income (loss) per share |
$ 0.30 |
$ 0.20 |
$ (0.55) |
$ 0.35 |
Diluted net income (loss) per share |
$ 0.30 |
$ 0.20 |
$ (0.55) |
$ 0.35 |
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Shares used in computing basic net income (loss)per share |
16,462 |
16,444 |
16,456 |
16,444 |
Shares used in computing diluted net income (loss)per share |
16,585 |
16,453 |
16,456 |
16,452 |
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Travelzoo Inc. | |||
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets | |||
(Unaudited) | |||
(In thousands) | |||
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June 30, |
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December 31, |
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ASSETS |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ 40,086 |
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$ 41,184 |
Accounts receivable, net |
15,936 |
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13,290 |
Income taxes receivable |
2,922 |
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264 |
Deposits |
206 |
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129 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
1,625 |
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1,489 |
Deferred tax assets |
1,411 |
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1,411 |
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Total current assets |
62,186 |
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57,767 |
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Deposits, less current portion |
869 |
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279 |
Deferred tax assets, less current portion |
349 |
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349 |
Restricted cash |
3,126 |
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3,124 |
Property and equipment, net |
3,374 |
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3,425 |
Intangible assets, net |
881 |
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1,058 |
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Total assets |
$ 70,785 |
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$ 66,002 |
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LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS EQUITY |
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Accounts payable |
15,665 |
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9,931 |
Accrued expenses |
13,384 |
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6,080 |
Deferred revenue |
1,441 |
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1,325 |
Deferred rent |
212 |
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218 |
Income tax payable |
146 |
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650 |
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Total current liabilities |
30,848 |
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18,204 |
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Deferred tax liabilities |
160 |
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Long-term tax liabilities |
1,478 |
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1,449 |
Deferred rent, less current portion |
560 |
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460 |
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Common stock |
165 |
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164 |
Additional paid-in capital |
7,281 |
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6,598 |
Accumulated other comprehensive loss |
(835) |
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(1,038) |
Retained earnings |
31,128 |
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40,165 |
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Total stockholders' equity |
37,739 |
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45,889 |
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Total liabilities and |
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stockholders' equity |
$ 70,785 |
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$ 66,002 |
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Travelzoo Inc. | ||||
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows | ||||
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June 30, |
June 30, | ||
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2010 |
2011 |
2010 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES: |
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Net income (loss) |
$ 4,918 |
$ 3,247 |
$ (9,037) |
$ 5,721 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash provided by operating activities: |
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Depreciation and amortization |
666 |
585 |
1,309 |
1,147 |
Deferred income taxes |
74 |
- |
160 |
- |
Stock-based compensation |
187 |
187 |
375 |
375 |
Provision for losses on accounts receivable |
24 |
(40) |
43 |
(1) |
Tax benefit of stock option exercises |
- |
- |
(268) |
- |
Net foreign currency effects |
1 |
- |
(29) |
209 |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Accounts receivable |
462 |
(247) |
(2,456) |
(2,568) |
Deposits |
(99) |
(77) |
(660) |
(85) |
Income tax receivable |
(2,654) |
(797) |
(2,390) |
5,264 |
Prepaid expenses and other current assets |
(309) |
(169) |
(117) |
(40) |
Accounts payable |
2,164 |
(308) |
5,600 |
(269) |
Accrued settlement with State of Delaware |
(20,000) |
- |
- |
- |
Accrued expenses |
3,752 |
400 |
7,185 |
1,657 |
Deferred revenue |
78 |
(192) |
98 |
220 |
Deferred rent |
82 |
1 |
95 |
34 |
Income tax payable |
(607) |
(326) |
(519) |
357 |
Other non-current liabilities |
14 |
17 |
29 |
28 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities |
(11,247) |
2,281 |
(582) |
12,049 |
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CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES: |
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Purchases of property and equipment |
(356) |
(355) |
(1,056) |
(751) |
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Net cash used in investing activities |
(356) |
(355) |
(1,056) |
(751) |
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CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES: |
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Proceeds from exercise of stock options |
- |
- |
40 |
- |
Tax benefit of stock option exercises |
- |
- |
268 |
- |
Proceeds from sale of Asia Pacific business segment |
- |
- |
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1,073 |
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Net cash provided by financing activities |
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308 |
1,073 |
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Effect of exchange rate on cash and cash equivalents |
(9) |
(176) |
232 |
(272) |
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
(11,612) |
1,750 |
(1,098) |
12,099 |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period |
51,698 |
30,125 |
41,184 |
19,776 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
40,086 |
31,875 |
40,086 |
31,875 |
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: |
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Cash paid (received) for income taxes, net |
$ 5,918 |
$ 3,857 |
$ 9,476 |
$ (368) |
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Travelzoo Inc. | |||||
Segment Information | |||||
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Three months ended June 30, 2011 |
North America |
Europe |
Other |
Elimination |
Consolidated |
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Revenue from unaffiliated customers |
$ 27,588 |
$ 9,977 |
$ - |
$ - |
$ 37,565 |
Intersegment revenue |
112 |
57 |
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(169) |
- |
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Total net revenues |
27,700 |
10,034 |
- |
(169) |
37,565 |
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Operating income (loss) |
$ 6,542 |
$ 1,086 |
$ - |
$ - |
$ 7,628 |
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Three months ended June 30, 2010 |
North America |
Europe |
Other |
Elimination |
Consolidated |
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Revenue from unaffiliated customers |
$ 22,153 |
$ 5,953 |
$ - |
$ - |
$ 28,106 |
Intersegment revenue |
42 |
55 |
- |
(97) |
- |
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Total net revenues |
22,195 |
6,008 |
- |
(97) |
28,106 |
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Operating income (loss) |
$ 6,743 |
$ (808) |
$ - |
$ 1 |
$ 5,936 |
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Six months ended June 30, 2011 |
North America |
Europe |
Other(a) |
Elimination |
Consolidated |
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Revenue from unaffiliated customers |
$ 55,105 |
$19,420 |
$ - |
$ - |
$ 74,525 |
Intersegment revenue |
213 |
61 |
- |
(274) |
- |
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Total net revenues |
55,318 |
19,481 |
- |
(274) |
74,525 |
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Operating income (loss) |
$ 15,794 |
$ 1,827 |
$(20,000) |
$ - |
$ (2,379) |
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Six months ended June 30, 2010 |
North America |
Europe |
Other |
Elimination |
Consolidated |
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Revenue from unaffiliated customers |
$ 44,520 |
$12,104 |
$ - |
$ - |
$ 56,624 |
Intersegment revenue |
71 |
65 |
- |
(136) |
- |
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Total net revenues |
44,591 |
12,169 |
- |
(136) |
56,624 |
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Operating income (loss) |
$ 12,853 |
$(1,758) |
$ - |
$ 1 |
$ 11,096 |
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(a) Amount represents settlement of State of Delaware unclaimed property review |
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