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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-QSB

[ X ]   QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(D) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2002

OR

[   ]   TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
EXCHANGE ACT
For the transition period from to

Commission file number 0-15415

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)

         Utah          
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation or organization)

          87-0340206          
I.R.S. Employer
Identification number

5455 Spine Road, Suite Mezz. East, Boulder, Colorado 80301
(Address of Principal Offices)              (Zip Code)

Registrant's telephone number, including area code:     (303) 527-2903

6560 Gunpark Drive, Suite E, Boulder, CO 80301
Former name, former address, and former fiscal year, if changed since last report

Check whether the Issuer (1) filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the last 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 [ ]

As of May 15, 2002, the Registrant had 2,451,348 shares of its Common Stock outstanding.

Transitional Small Business Disclosure Format (check one) Yes [ ] No [ X ]

INDEX

PART I -- FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.

Financial Statements

Page

 

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of March 31, 2002 and June 30, 2001

4

 

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the three months ended
   March 31, 2002 and March 31, 2001

6

 

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the nine months ended
   March 31, 2002 and March 31, 2001

7

 

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the nine months ended
   March 31, 2002 and March 31, 2001

8

 

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements

9

Item 2.

Management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and
    results of operations

 
 

Overview

12

 

Results of Operations

12

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

16

PART II -- OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1.

Legal Proceedings

18

Item 2.

Changes in Securities

18

Item 3.

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

18

Item 4.

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

18

Item 5.

Other Information

18

Item 6.

Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K

18

PART 1. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.      Financial Statements

The consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by Global Casinos, Inc. (the Company) without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Certain information and footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles have been omitted pursuant to such SEC rules and regulations. In the opinion of management of the Company the accompanying statements contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial position of the Company as of March 31, 2002, and its results of operations for the three-month and nine-month periods ended March 31, 2002 and 2001 and its cash flows for the nine-month periods ended March 31, 2002 and 2001. The Company's balance sheet as of June 30, 2001 included herein has been derived from the Company's audited financial statements as of that date included in the Company's annual report on Form 10-KSB. The results for these interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results for the entire year. The accompanying financial statements should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and the notes thereto filed as a part of the Company's annual report on Form 10-KSB.

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
as of March 31, 2002 and June 30, 2001
(in thousands, except share data)

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$     325 

$      234 

Cash in escrow

119 

Trade receivables, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $89

161 

160 

Inventories

237 

318 

Current portion of notes receivable

65 

73 

Marketable trading securities

67 

299 

Other

       130 

         73  

Total current assets

985 

1,276 

Land, building and improvements and equipment:

Land

518 

518 

Building and improvements

4,072 

4,072 

Equipment

     1,445  

     1,351  

6,035 

5,941  

Accumulated depreciation

   (2,153)

   (1,928)

    3,882  

     4,013 

Other assets:

Leasehold rights and interests and contract rights, net of

amortization of $1,921 and $1,838, respectively

369 

452 

Goodwill, net of amortization of $565

1,599 

1,599 

Hotel credits, net of impairment allowance of $385

-  

Notes receivable, net of current portion, including receivables in default

and allowance for doubtful accounts of $166

41 

Other

          37 

           33  

     2,005 

      2,125 

$   6,872 

$   7,414 

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable, including $197 and $132 to related parties

$       579 

$     726 

Accrued expenses

221 

352 

Accrued interest, including $15 and $13 to related parties

572 

525 

Current portion of long-term debt:

Related Parties

89

518 

Debt in default

819 

1,050 

Mortgages and installment debt

554 

641 

Deferred sales proceeds

194 

Other current liabilities

         174 

         112 

Total current liabilities

      3,813 

      4,118 

Long-term debt, less current portion

4,251 

4,399 

Class A preferred stock, $2.00 par value,

Mandatory redeemable, convertible, and non-voting

96,500 shares issued and outstanding

193 

193 

Class C preferred stock, no par value, mandatory reedemable, voting

39,101 shares and 487,171 shares issued and outstanding

47 

585 

Commitments and contingencies

Stockholders' deficit:

Preferred stock - convertible: 10,000,000 shares authorized

Class B - $.01 par value, nonvoting, no shares issued and outstanding

Common stock - $.05 par value; 50,000,000 shares authorized;

2,451,348 and 2,154,000 shares issued and outstanding

123 

107 

Additional paid-in capital

9,74

9,435 

Accumulated deficit

  (11,300)

   (11,423)

    (1,432)

     (1,881)

$    6,872 

$     7,414

See accompanying notes.

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
for the Three Months ended March 31, 2002 and 2001
(in thousands, except share data)
(Unaudited)

         Three Months Ended         

March 31,

March 31,

     2002     

     2001     

Revenues:

Casino

$       641 

$       622 

Bingo

533 

666 

Food and beverage

16 

51 

Other

              - 

       1,190 

       1,342 

Expenses:

Cost of sales

259 

392 

Operating, general, and administrative

742 

745 

Depreciation and amortization

            97 

           182 

       1,098 

        1,319 

Income (loss) from operations

            92 

             23 

Other income (expense):

Interest income

Interest expense

(132)

(85)

Gain on disposal of asset

Realized gain on sale of marketable securities

81 

96 

Adjustment to market value of marketable securities

(162)

Impairment of hotel credits

                - 

         (184)

           (42)

         (323)

Income (loss) before extraordinary item

50 

(300)

Extraordinary item - gain from restructuring of debt

            115 

                - 

Net income (loss)

165 

(300)

Dividends on Class B and C preferred stock

                - 

           (52)

Net income (loss) available to common stockholders

$         165 

$       (352)

Earnings (loss) per common share - basic and diluted:

Income (loss) before extraordinary item

$        0.02 

$       (0.23)

Extraordinary item

          0.05 

                 - 

Net income (loss) available to common stockholders

$        0.07 

$      (0.23)

Weighted average shares outstanding

 2,451,000 

  1,546,360 

See accompanying notes.

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

for the Nine Months ended March 31, 2002 and 2001
(in thousands, except share data)
(Unaudited)

Nine Months Ended

March 31,
2002

March 31,
2001

Revenues:

Casino

$         1,890 

$        1,837 

Bingo

1,741 

2,084 

Food and beverage

49 

171 

Other

16 

           3,680 

           4,108 

Expenses:

Cost of sales

853 

1,209 

Operating, general, and administrative

2,346 

2,350 

Depreciation and amortization

              308 

              575 

           3,507 

           4,134 

Income (loss) from operations

              173 

             (26)

Other income (expense):

Interest income

Interest expense

(397)

(324)

Gain on disposal of asset

195 

15 

Realized gain on sale of marketable securities

159 

226 

Adjustment to market value of marketable securities

(126)

(187)

Impairment of hotel credits

                   - 

            (184)

           (165)

            (445)

Income (loss) before extraordinary item

(471)

Extraordinary item - gain from restructuring of debt

              115 

                    - 

Net income (loss)

123 

(471)

Dividends on Class B and C preferred stock

                   - 

             (166)

Net income (loss) available to common stockholders

$             123 

$           (637)

Earnings (loss) per common share - basic and diluted:

Income (loss) before extraordinary item

$            0.00 

$          (0.41)

Extraordinary item

              0.05 

                    - 

Net income (loss) available to common stockholders

$            0.05 

$         (0.41)

Weighted average shares outstanding

     2,451,000 

     1,546,360 

See accompanying notes.

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
for the Nine months Ended March 31, 2002 and 2001
(in thousands)
(Unaudited)

       Nine Months Ended       

March 31,
     2002     

March 31,
     2001     

CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Net cash provided (used) by operating activities

$      195 

$       (64)

CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES

Sales of marketable trading securities

758 

1,521 

Purchases of marketable trading securities

(493)

(962)

Purchase of equipment

(47)

(5)

Collections on note receivable

48 

37 

Deferred sale proceeds

194 

Other

          (3)

                - 

Net cash provided by investing activities

         263 

           785 

CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES

Proceeds from issuance of debt

248 

Debt principal payments

(344)

(373)

Net transfers (to) from affiliates

(142)

Redemption of Class B preferred stock

(417)

Payment of dividends on Class B preferred stock

              - 

         (135)

Net cash used in financing activities

       (486)

         (677)

Net increase (decrease) in cash

(28)

44 

Cash at beginning of period

         353 

            174 

Cash at end of period

$       325 

$          218 

SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION:

Cash paid for interest

$        327 

$          254 

SUPPLEMENTAL SCHEDULE OF NONCASH INVESTING AND
     FINANCING ACTIVITIES:

Conversion of Class C preferred stock for debt

$        640 

$                - 

Conversion of debt into common stock

$        146 

$                - 

Equipment acquired in exchange for debt

$          47 

$                - 

 

Dividends accrued on Class B and Class C preferred stock

$             - 

$             31 

See accompanying notes.

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS

1.     ORGANIZATION and SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

The Consolidated Financial Statements for the three months and nine months ended March 31, 2002 and 2001 have been prepared in accordance with the accounting policies described in the Company's annual report on Form 10-KSB. Management believes the statements include all adjustments of a normal recurring nature necessary to present fairly the results of operations for the interim periods.

At March 31, 2002, and for the nine months ended March 31, 2002 and 2001, the consolidated financial statements of the Company include the accounts of the following wholly-owned subsidiaries. All significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

 

CASINOS USA, INC. ("Casinos USA"), a Colorado corporation, which owns and operates the Bull Durham Saloon and Casino ("Bull Durham"), located in the limited stakes gaming district of Black Hawk, Colorado.

 

GLOBAL CENTRAL, INC., a Colorado corporation, which owns and operates the Tollgate Saloon & Casino ("Tollgate"), located in the limited stakes gaming district of Central City, Colorado. On August 1, 2000, the Company ceased operating the Tollgate Saloon & Casino.

 

GLOBAL ALASKA INDUSTRIES ("Global Alaska"), which operates Alaska Bingo Supply, Inc. ("ABS") located in Anchorage, Alaska.

 

GLOBAL PELICAN N.V. ("Pelican"), a St. Marten Limited Liability company located on the island of St. Marten in the Dutch Netherlands Antilles. The Company disposed of its investment in Pelican in December 1999.

 

WOODBINE CORPORATION ("Woodbine"), a South Dakota corporation, which operated Lillie's Casino in Deadwood, South Dakota through June 30, 1995.

 

ONSOURCE CORPORATION ("OnSource"), a Delaware corporation, was organized to own and operate Global Alaska Industries. The Company has announced its intention to spin off OnSource to Global's stockholders.

2.     GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS

The Financial Accounting Statements Board recently issued Statement No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets. This statement requires that goodwill no longer be amortized to earnings on a periodic basis.

We adopted Statement No. 142 effective July 1, 2001, the first day of our fiscal year. Accordingly, this quarterly report differs from our previous quarterly and annual reports in that we ceased amortization of the goodwill associated with our acquisition of Alaska Bingo Supply. We had previously recorded goodwill of $2,165,000 and as of June 30, 2001, had recorded accumulated amortization of $565,000. The estimated useful life of the goodwill was 15 years with an annual amortization expense of $144,000. We will continue to periodically evaluate the goodwill for impairment.

In addition, we previously recorded intangible leasehold and contract rights of $1,771,000 related to the ABS acquisition. The estimated useful life of these intangibles was eight years and accumulated amortization at June 30, 2001 was $1,319,000, including an impairment allowance of $452,000. We have continued to amortize the leasehold and contract rights at the annual rate of $110,000.

3.     DEBT RESTRUCTURING

During the quarter ended March 31, 2002, we completed negotiations with certain gaming equipment suppliers regarding outstanding debts totaling $350,000 . We had been unable to make timely payments and were in default on these debts. Under the new arrangement, we agreed to consolidate certain debts into one note payable requiring 35 monthly payments of $2,000 and a final payment of $80,000. Furthermore, we agreed to install six new slot machines in our casinos and to pay the supplier a percentage of the revenue. The transactions resulted in an restructuring gain of $115,000.

4.     EARNINGS PER SHARE

Basic income or loss per share (Basic EPS) represents the net income or loss available to common stockholders divided by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted income or loss per share (Diluted EPS) reflects the potential dilution that could occur if derivative instruments to issue common stock (e.g. options, warrants, or convertible debt) were exercised or converted into common stock. After conversion or exercise, such instruments would share in the income or loss of the entity.

The Company's operating history of losses has resulted in an average market price per common share that is lower than the conversion or exercise prices on the existing convertible preferred stock, stock options, stock warrants, and convertible promissory notes. Under these conditions, we assume that these derivative instruments will not be exercised or converted.

Convertible preferred stock, stock options, stock warrants and convertible promissory notes are not considered in the calculation for the three-month and nine-month periods ended March 31, 2002 and 2001, as the impact of the potential common shares would be anti-dilutive. Therefore, Diluted EPS equals Basic EPS for those periods.

5.     STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

During the nine months ended March 31, 2002, stockholders owning 448,070 shares of Series C preferred stock converted their shares into promissory notes with an aggregate principal balance of $640,000. The new notes bear interest at 7% and are due in October 2003. The remaining 39,101 shares of Series C preferred stock are owned by one stockholder who is currently considering the conversion offer.

During the nine months ended March 31, 2002, the Company issued 305,000 shares of common stock. The stock was issued in exchange for certain notes payable with an aggregate balance of $87,000 plus accrued interest; for settlement of litigation regarding the Woodbine property rights; and for settlement of other creditor claims. Stock issuance costs of $90,000 were recorded in the transactions.

6.     SEGMENT INFORMATION

The Company operates in three separate lines of business: the casino gaming industry, the distribution of bingo products, and the leasing of a bingo hall. Each reportable segment is a strategic business unit that offers different products and services. The bingo-related segments are managed together to realize synergies in employment and marketing strategies.

The accounting policies of the segments are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies. The Company evaluates the performance of each segment based on profit or loss from operations.

Following is a tabulation of business segment information for the nine months ended
March 31, 2002 and 2001 (in thousands):

 



Casino


Bingo
Products

Bingo
 Hall
Leasing



Other



Total

2002

         

Revenue

$1,939

$1,354

$387

0

$3,680

Interest expense

149

153

0

$95

397

Depreciation and amortization

192

10

106

0

308

Gain on disposal of assets

0

0

0

195

195

Realized and unrealized gains

0

0

0

33

33

Gain on debt restructuring 0 0 0 115 115

Net income (loss)

15

(81)

91

98

123

Identifiable assets

4,131

2,054

437

250

6,872

Capital expenditures

47

0

47

0

94

 



Casino


Bingo
Products

Bingo
 Hall
Leasing



Other



Total

2001

         

Revenue

$2,019

$1,706

$378

$5

$4,108

Interest expense

200

22

0

102

324

Depreciation and amortization

197

338

0

40

575

Realized and unrealized gains

0

0

0

39

39

Net income (loss)

(266)

(59)

180

(326)

(471)

Identifiable assets

4,330

3,302

0

344

7,976

Capital expenditures

0

5

0

0

5

The Company previously disposed of all its foreign assets and operations. During the last two years it has operated only in the United States of America.

7.     RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

During the three months ended March 31, 2002, we purchased certain marketable securities from a related party. The purchase price was approximately $90,000 less the fair market value of the securities. The differential between the purchase price and fair market value has been recorded as additional paid-in capital.

ITEM 2.      MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL
                    CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

Certain statements in this Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations which are not historical facts are forward-looking statements such as statements relating to future operating results, existing and expected competition, financing and refinancing sources and availability and plans for future development or expansion activities and capital expenditures. Such forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties that may significantly affect our liquidity and results in the future and, accordingly, actual results may differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, those related to effects of competition, leverage and debt service financing and refinancing efforts, general economic conditions, changes in gaming laws or regulations (including the legalization of gaming in various jurisdictions) and risks related to development and construction activities. The following discussion and analysis should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto appearing elsewhere in this report.

Overview

We operate in the domestic gaming industry. We were organized as a holding company for the purpose of acquiring and operating casinos, gaming properties and other related interests. At March 31, 2002, our consolidated financial statements consisted mainly of the following: the Bull Durham Saloon & Casino in Black Hawk, Colorado; and Alaska Bingo Supply ("ABS") in Anchorage, Alaska. The Tollgate Saloon & Casino in Central City ceased operations on August 1, 2000.

Our operations are seasonal. The Bull Durham experiences a significant increase in business during the summer tourist season. ABS enjoys its strongest season during the winter when harsh conditions curtail outdoor activities.

Results of Operations - Three Months Ended March 31, 2002 Compared to the Three Months ended March 31, 2001

We recognized net income of $165,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002, compared to a net loss of ($300,000) for the same period in 2001.

Revenues

Our revenues are generated primarily from casino operations, sales of bingo and pull-tab products, and rental income. Revenues for the three months ended March 31, 2002 were $1,190,000 compared to $1,342,000 for the 2001 period, a decrease of $152,000 or 11%.

Casino gaming revenue increased $19,000 (3%) from $622,000 in 2001 to $644,000 in 2002. The opening of a large competing casino in Blackhawk in December 2001 did not have a discernible negative effect on our revenues. Food and beverage revenues were reduced by $35,000 (69%) from $51,000 in 2001 to $16,000 in 2002 as we de-emphasized food and beverage services.

Alaska Bingo's revenues decreased $133,000 to $533,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002 compared to $666,000 for the same period in 2001, or a decrease of 20%. The decrease is primarily related to a statewide decline in charitable gaming activity and to increased competition in Alaska. We believe that near term operating results will continue the negative trend, as we experience increasing competitive pressures. We recently implemented cost reductions and improvements at our bingo operations that may have a favorable long-term effect.

Expenses

Cost of sales decreased $133,000 to $259,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $392,000 for the same period in 2001. The decrease corresponds with our decreased revenues. Costs related to food and beverage operations declined by $47,000 (55%) to $39,000 in 2002 from $86,000 in 2001. The gross margin percent increased from 71% in 2001 to 78% in 2002, primarily because of improved food service operations and because casino revenue and rental revenue were a larger percentage of total revenue.

Operating, general, and administrative expenses decreased $3,000 to $742,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $745,000 for the same period in 2001. We continue to monitor our general and administrative expenses related to the operation of the Bull Durham and Alaska Bingo Supply. We are attempting to further reduce our general and administrative expenses by evaluating operational efficiencies; however, we can make no assurances that we will be successful in these endeavors. Furthermore, we continue to resolve outstanding claims and contingencies against the Company. While we are optimistic about the resolution of remaining claims, there is no guarantee that all potential liabilities will be successfully resolved.

Depreciation and amortization costs decreased $84,000 to $97,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $182,000 for 2001. The decrease is due partly to the implementation of Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 142 and partly because the Casinos USA's goodwill was fully amortized in the prior year.

The Company improved its operating income to $92,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002 compared to $23,000 for the same period in 2001.

Other

Other expense, net of income, was improved from a loss of ($323,000) in 2001 to a loss of ($42,000) for the three months ended March 31, 2002. In 2002, our marketable securities portfolio recorded net gains of $90,000 (both realized and unrealized) compared to a loss of ($66,000) in 2001.

We believe that the changes in the current stock market may have an unfavorable effect on our marketable trading securities.  If we are unable to realize gains from these temporary investments, it could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition.

Interest expense increased $48,000 to $133,000 for the three months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $85,000 in 2001. Effective July 1, 2001, we converted our Series B preferred stock into long term debt bearing interest at 9%. Interest expense on this debt will approximate $200,000 during the fiscal year 2002. This increase has been partially offset by reductions of debt balances resulting from payments and from conversions of certain debts into common stock.

For federal income tax purposes, Global has a net operating loss of carryover (NOL) approximating $7,750,000, which can be used to offset future taxable income, if any. Under the Tax Reform Act of 1986, the amounts of and the benefits from NOL's are subject to certain limitations including restrictions imposed when there is a loss of business continuity or when ownership changes in excess of 50% of outstanding shares, under certain circumstances. Thus, there is no guarantee that Global will be able to utilize its NOL before it expires and no potential benefit has been recorded in the financial statements.

Inflation did not have a material impact on the Company's operations for the period.

Other than the foregoing, management knows of no trends, demands, or uncertainties that are reasonably likely to have a material impact on the Company's results of operations.

Results of Operations - Nine Months Ended March 31, 2002 Compared to the Nine Months ended March 31, 2001

We recognized net income of $123,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to a net loss of ($472,000) for the same period in 2001. Our operations in the previous year included operation of the Tollgate Casino (ceased operations August 1, 2000). The restructuring of our operations affects the comparison of the 2002 period vs. the 2001 period.

Revenues

Our revenues are generated primarily from casino operations, sales of bingo and pull-tab products, and rental income. Revenues for the nine months ended March 31, 2002 were $3,680,000 compared to $4,108,000 for the 2001 period, a decrease of $428,000 or 10%.

Gaming revenues at the Bull Durham increased $140,000 to $1,891,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $1,751,000 for the same period in 2001. Revenues increased primarily because the excellent winter weather encouraged more patrons to visit Blackhawk. The opening of a large competing casino in December 2001 did not have a discernible negative effect on our revenues. Food and beverage revenues declined by $122,000 to $49,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002 as we de-emphasized food and beverage services.

Alaska Bingo's revenues decreased $343,000 to $1,740,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002 compared to $2,084,000 for the same period in 2001, or a decrease of 17%. The decrease is primarily related to a statewide decline in charitable gaming activity and increased competition in Alaska. We believe that near term operating results will continue the negative trend as we experience increasing competitive pressures. We recently implemented cost reductions and improvements at our bingo operation that may have a favorable long-term effect.

Expenses

Cost of sales decreased $356,000 to $853,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $1,209,000 for the same period in 2001. The decrease corresponds with our decreased revenues. The decline in food and beverage costs accounted for $161,000 of the decrease. The remainder related to decreasing costs of bingo sales. The gross margin percent increased from 71% in 2001 to 77% in 2002, because food service operations improved and because casino revenues and rental revenues were a larger percentage of total revenues.

Operating, general, and administrative expenses decreased $4,000 to $2,346,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $2,350,000 for the same period in 2001. Included in 2002 is $90,000 of stock issuance costs related to settlement of various claims dating back to 1997. We continue to monitor our general and administrative expenses related to the operation of the Bull Durham and Alaska Bingo Supply. We are attempting to further reduce our general and administrative expenses by evaluating operational efficiencies; however, we can make no assurances that we will be successful in these endeavors. Furthermore, we continue to resolve outstanding claims and contingencies against the Company. While we are optimistic about the resolution of remaining claims, there is no guarantee that all potential liabilities will be successfully resolved.

Depreciation and amortization costs decreased $267,000 to $308,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $575,000 for 2001. The decrease is due partly to the implementation of Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 142 and partly because the Casinos USA's goodwill was fully amortized in the prior year.

The Company's operating income was $173,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002 compared to an operating loss of ($26,000) for the nine months ended March 31, 2001.

Other

Net other expense, net of other income, was ($165,000) for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to net other expense of ($445,000) for the comparable period in 2001. In 2002, our trading activities in marketable securities resulted in net realized and unrealized gains of $33,000 compared to a gain of $39,000 in 2001.

We believe that the changes in the current stock market may have an unfavorable effect on our marketable trading securities. If we are unable to realize gains from these temporary investments, it could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition.

Interest expense increased $74,000 to $398,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to $324,000 in 2001. Effective July 1, 2001, we converted our Series B preferred stock into long term debt bearing interest at 9%. Interest expense on this debt will approximate $200,000 during the fiscal year 2002. This increase has been partially offset by reductions of debt balances results from payments and from conversions of certain debts into common stock.

During the nine months ended March 31, 2002, the Company recorded the sale proceeds from its Woodbine property rights. As previously disclosed, these sale proceeds were held in escrow pending resolution of an ownership dispute. The disputes were resolved and proceeds disbursed during the quarter. The Company recorded a gain of $195,000 from this transaction.

During the nine months ended March 31, 2001, we recorded an impairment of the hotel credits received in connection with closing our hotel casino in Aruba. We determined that the actual value of these credits was less than their value recorded in the financial statements and an impairment of $184,000 was recorded.

For federal income tax purposes, Global has a net operating loss of carryover (NOL) approximating $7,750,000, which can be used to offset future taxable income, if any. Under the Tax Reform Act of 1986, the amounts of and the benefits from NOL's are subject to certain limitations including restrictions imposed when there is a loss of business continuity or when ownership changes in excess of 50% of outstanding shares, under certain circumstances. Thus, there is no guarantee that Global will be able to utilize its NOL before it expires and no potential benefit has been recorded in the financial statements.

Inflation did not have a material impact on the Company's operations for the period.

Other than the foregoing, management knows of no trends, demands, or uncertainties that are reasonably likely to have a material impact on the Company's results of operations.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Our primary source of cash is internally generated through operations. Historically, cash generated from operations has not been sufficient to satisfy working capital requirements and capital expenditures. Consequently, we have depended on funds received through debt and equity financing to address these shortfalls. We have also relied, from time to time, upon loans from affiliates to meet immediate cash demands. There can be no assurance that these affiliates or other related parties will continue to provide funds to us in the future as there is no legal obligation on these parties parts to provide such loans.

Additionally, we are faced with the annual renewal of our gaming license with the Colorado Gaming Commission. Should we be unsuccessful in obtaining this renewal, it would have a material adverse impact on our operations.

We constantly monitor the stock market as it relates to our marketable securities portfolio. We invest in selected marketable securities as a short-term investment strategy to generate profits. Generally, these investments are limited to equity stocks that present a value or growth opportunity for the portfolio. Purchases are made with the intention that the securities purchased will be held for 12 months or less, and are monitored closely to minimize the inherent risks of market fluctuations. At March 31, 2002, we had marketable trading securities that totaled approximately $66,000. We often purchase securities in our margin account and thereby incur a corresponding margin liability. However, at March 31, 2002, there was no margin account liability. Should there be a sudden downturn in the stock market, we could experience a significant adverse impact on our financial condition.

We continue to report a working capital deficiency. The deficiency calculated as the excess of current liabilities over current assets, was $2,918,000 and March 31, 2002 and $2,842,000 at June 30, 2001.

At March 31, 2002, we owed debt in the amount of approximately $819,000 to individuals and entities that, by the terms of these notes, was in default. Should any of these note holders make demand for payment, we would not have the financial resources to pay these notes that could have a material adverse impact on our financial condition. We are currently negotiating settlement terms with the holders of the debt in default. During 2002, we reached agreement with various gaming equipment suppliers to restructure equipment debt. The restructuring resulted in a gain of $115,000. In separate negotiations holders of debt in default approximating $317,000 have been offered a settlement under which they would exchange their debt for shares of common stock.

Cash provided by operating activities was $195,000 for the nine months ended March 31, 2002. For the same period in 2001, operating activities used net cash of ($64,000).

Cash flows used in financing activities decreased ($191,000) to ($486,000) for the nine months ended March 31, 2002, compared to cash used of ($677,000) in 2001. Most of the net cash used in 2001 financing activities went to the redemption of Class B preferred stock and payment of dividends thereon. Effective June 30, 2001, the Class B preferred stock was converted into long-term debt.

During the nine months ended March 31, 2002, the Company issued 305,000 shares of common stock to various creditors. Stock issuance costs of $90,000 was recognized in connection therewith. In October, 2001, stockholders owning 448,070 shares of Class C preferred stock agreed to convert the shares into promissory notes with a principal amount of $640,000.

We continue our efforts to formulate plans and strategies to address our financial condition and increase profitability. We will continue to address debt currently in default by negotiating with creditors to convert debt to equity, extend maturity dates of debt, and accept reduced payment terms. We are evaluating methods to reduce costs and enhance our operating results. We cannot, however, provide any assurances that we will be successful in these endeavors.

Other than the foregoing, management knows of no trends, demands, or uncertainties that are reasonably likely to have a material impact on the Company's liquidity and capital resources.

PART II.      OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1.

Legal Proceedings

None, except as previously disclosed.

 

Item 2(a).

Changes in Securities

   

None, except as previously disclosed.

 

Item 3.

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

   

None, except as previously disclosed.

 

Item 4.

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

   

None, except as previously disclosed.

 

Item 5.

Other Information

   

None, except as previously disclosed.

 

Item 6.

Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K

 

None.

SIGNATURES

       Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this Quarterly Report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

GLOBAL CASINOS, INC.

Date:    May 20, 2002     

By: /s/ Frank L. Jennings             
     Frank L. Jennings,
     Principal Executive and Financial Officer