-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, NBh0i3IQ4/ZiI5ukI669SVTALtyG81vb+i+c+Ke11X5SmLT+ifxIWukidl+8sCQQ AYFL4qf6KFd5t1juQep8MA== 0000950137-08-010195.txt : 20080805 0000950137-08-010195.hdr.sgml : 20080805 20080805161423 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000950137-08-010195 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 3 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20080804 ITEM INFORMATION: Results of Operations and Financial Condition ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20080805 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20080805 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: OTTER TAIL CORP CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000075129 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: ELECTRIC SERVICES [4911] IRS NUMBER: 410462685 STATE OF INCORPORATION: MN FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-00368 FILM NUMBER: 08991573 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 215 S CASCADE ST STREET 2: PO BOX 496 CITY: FERGUS FALLS STATE: MN ZIP: 56538-0496 BUSINESS PHONE: 8664108780 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 215 S CASCADE ST STREET 2: P O BOX 496 CITY: FERGUS FALLS STATE: MN ZIP: 56538-0496 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: OTTER TAIL POWER CO DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19920703 8-K 1 c34392e8vk.htm CURRENT REPORT e8vk
 
 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2008
OTTER TAIL CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
         
Minnesota
(State or other jurisdiction
of incorporation)
  0-00368
(Commission
File Number)
  41-0462685
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
     
215 South Cascade Street, P.O. Box 496, Fergus Falls, MN
(Address of principal executive offices)
  56538-0496
(Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (866) 410-8780
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:
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Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition
     On August 4, 2008 Otter Tail Corporation issued a press release concerning consolidated financial results for the second quarter of 2008, a copy of which is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.
Item 9.01 Financial Statement and Exhibits
  (d)   Exhibits
  99.1   Press Release issued August 4, 2008
Signature
     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, thereunto duly authorized.
         
  OTTER TAIL CORPORATION
 
 
Date: August 5, 2008  By   /s/ Kevin G. Moug    
    Kevin G. Moug   
    Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer   

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EXHIBIT INDEX
     
Exhibit   Description of Exhibit
 
99.1
  Press release, dated August 4, 2008

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EX-99.1 2 c34392exv99w1.htm PRESS RELEASE exv99w1
Exhibit 99.1
(OTTER TAIL CORPORATION LOGO)
NEWS RELEASE
     
Media contact:
  Amy Richardson, Director of Communications, (701) 451-3580 or (866) 410-8780
Investor contact:
  Loren Hanson, Director of Shareholder Services, (218) 739-8481 or (800) 664-1259
     
For release:    August 4, 2008   Financial Media
Otter Tail Corporation Announces Second Quarter Earnings; Lowers 2008 Earnings Guidance; Board of Directors Declares Dividend
FERGUS FALLS, Minnesota — Otter Tail Corporation (NASDAQ: OTTR) today announced financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2008.
      Highlights
    Second quarter revenues of $323.6 million compared with $305.8 million for the second quarter of 2007.
 
    Consolidated net income of $3.5 million for the second quarter of 2008 compared with $16.1 million for the second quarter of 2007.
 
    Diluted earnings per share of $0.11 for the second quarter of 2008 compared with $0.53 for the second quarter of 2007.
     Announcements
    On May 21, 2008 the North Dakota Public Service Commission (NDPSC) approved Otter Tail Power Company’s request for a Renewable Resource Cost Recovery Rider.
 
    On July 30, 2008 the corporation replaced its $75 million line of credit used for electric utility operations with a new three-year $170 million line of credit subject to renewal on July 30, 2011.
 
    On August 1, 2008 the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC) issued an order granting Otter Tail Power Company a 2.9% increase in Minnesota retail electric rates.
 
    On August 4, 2008 the Board of Directors declared a quarterly common stock dividend of 29.75 cents per share payable September 10, 2008 to shareholders of record on August 15, 2008.
 
    The Board also declared quarterly dividends on the corporation’s four series of preferred stock, payable August 30, 2008 to shareholders of record on August 15, 2008.
 
    The corporation is revising its 2008 diluted earnings per share guidance to be in the range of $1.40 to $1.65 from its previously announced range of $1.75 to $2.00.

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CEO Overview
“A number of factors adversely affected earnings and caused the second quarter to fall short of expectations, including challenges in our manufacturing segment and the impact of a rate case decision in Minnesota,” said John Erickson, president and chief executive officer of Otter Tail Corporation.
Erickson noted that quarterly results in manufacturing declined due to disappointing results at waterfront equipment manufacturer ShoreMaster and wind tower manufacturer DMI Industries. “ShoreMaster’s results were affected by reduced sales in a difficult economy and the closing of its California production facility following the completion of a major marina project. But the biggest impact in this segment came from DMI,” he said. “Essentially, we are experiencing significant growing pains at DMI as the company ramps up at its newer locations and continues to integrate new customers. DMI is our fastest-growing company and a leader in the flourishing wind energy industry. This will be a year of expanding production capabilities, not one of record-breaking results. However, we see great potential in 2009 and beyond as DMI continues to increase output across its production locations.”
The outcome of Otter Tail Power Company’s rate case in Minnesota also affected second quarter results. “The approved rate increase was lower than interim rates in effect since the end of November 2007. Minnesota retail customers will receive a rate refund with interest, and the projected refund was recorded as a liability in the second quarter,” he said. “In addition, we are seeing the impact of higher energy and fuel costs on the results at our food ingredient and transportation businesses.
“Although we expect improved earnings in the second half of 2008, we do not expect to make up the second quarter shortfall and reach the 2008 earnings guidance set forth last quarter. Therefore, given the second quarter results and uncertainty with economic conditions for the balance of the year, we are lowering earnings per share guidance to a range of $1.40 to $1.65 from our previous guidance of $1.75 to $2.00,” Erickson said.
“Overall we are pleased with our long-standing diversification strategy and the opportunities that have emerged in both our electric and nonelectric businesses. We are experiencing growth in the core electric business in 2008. Beyond 2008, we see significant growth prospects in our nonelectric business as well, particularly at DMI Industries. Despite some recent growing pains at DMI, we are investing to position our company to capitalize on the strong opportunity ahead in the wind industry.”

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Segment Performance Summary
Electric
The electric segment recorded revenues of $68.7 million and net income of $3.3 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $70.6 million and net income of $5.1 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The decrease in electric revenues was due to a $5.4 million decrease in net revenues from energy trading activities offset by increases in revenues of $1.9 million from retail sales of electricity and $1.5 million from wholesale electricity sales.
Net gains from energy trading activities, including net mark-to-market losses and gains on forward energy contracts, were $1.2 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with $6.6 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2007. Net gains from energy trading contracts settled in the second quarter of 2008 were $1.3 million compared with $3.2 million in the second quarter of 2007. Trading volumes were higher but profit margins on trades were significantly lower in the second quarter of 2008 compared to the second quarter of 2007. Additionally, second quarter 2007 energy trading revenues included the reversal of a $1.7 million refund accrual recorded in the first quarter of 2007. Net mark-to-market gains on forward energy contracts decreased by $3.5 million between the quarters, mainly as a result of second quarter 2008 reductions in unrealized mark-to-market gains that were recognized on open contracts in the first quarter of 2008.
In an order issued by the MPUC on August 1, 2008 Otter Tail Power Company was granted an increase in Minnesota retail electric rates of approximately 2.9%, compared with a requested increase of approximately 6.7%. The MPUC approved a rate of return on equity of 10.43% on a capital structure with 50.0% equity. An interim rate increase of 5.4% went into effect on November 30, 2007. Otter Tail Power Company will refund Minnesota customers the difference between interim rates and final rates, with interest. Amounts refundable totaling $2.2 million have been recorded as a liability on the corporation’s consolidated balance sheet as of June 30, 2008.
The increase in retail revenues reflects $1.5 million in North Dakota Renewable Resource Cost Recovery Rider revenue accrued in the second quarter of 2008 and a 2.7% increase in retail kilowatt-hour (kwh) sales related to a 24% increase in heating degree days. Revenues of $1.5 million in the second quarter of 2008 related to a 5.4% interim rate increase in Minnesota were more than offset by the $2.2 million Minnesota interim rate refund accrual. Wholesale electric revenues from company-owned generation were $4.9 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with $3.5 million for the quarter ended June 30, 2007 as a result of a 37.5% increase in

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wholesale kwh sales combined with a 3.1% increase in the price per kwh sold. The increase in wholesale kwh sales was facilitated by a 1.9% increase in total kwhs generated. Electric operating and maintenance expenses increased $1.1 million mainly as a result of expenses incurred in the second quarter of 2008 to repair and maintain the Hoot Lake Plant Unit 2 generator turbine. Depreciation expenses increased $1.6 million as a result of recent capital additions, including new wind turbines.
Plastics
The plastics segment recorded revenues of $40.6 million and net income of $0.7 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $39.5 million and net income of $3.4 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The increase in revenues was primarily due to an increase in polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipe prices. The decrease in net income was due to increases in PVC resin costs.
Manufacturing
The manufacturing segment recorded revenues of $120.3 million and net income of $1.4 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $104.8 million and net income of $5.3 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. DMI Industries, Inc. recorded an increase of $13.0 million in revenue due to increased production, but continued start-up costs incurred in the second quarter of 2008 of $2.0 million at DMI’s Oklahoma plant resulted in a $2.2 million reduction of DMI’s net earnings. At the Oklahoma plant, labor and overhead spending has been higher than originally projected and production has not yet reached levels necessary to cover these costs. At BTD, revenues increased $5.5 million, mainly due to the acquisition of Miller Welding & Iron Works in May 2008, but also due to higher prices and increased sales to existing customers. The increased revenues were mostly offset by higher material, labor and benefit costs, resulting in a $0.1 million increase in net income from BTD. Also, BTD’s operating income in the second quarter of 2008 was reduced by $0.7 million for the sale of fair-valued inventory at Miller Welding required under business combination accounting rules. At T.O. Plastics, Inc., a revenue increase of $1.1 million was mostly offset by higher material costs resulting in no increase in net income at T.O. Plastics. At ShoreMaster, Inc., revenues decreased $4.1 million as a result of reductions in sales of residential and commercial equipment and the completion of a marina project in California in April 2008. The decreased sales combined with $1.4 million in charges related to the closing of a production facility in California resulted in a $1.9 million decrease in net income from ShoreMaster.
Health Services
The health services segment recorded revenues of $30.7 million and a net loss of $0.1 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $32.5 million and net income of $0.7 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. Revenues from scanning and other related services were down $1.9 million while

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revenues from equipment sales and servicing increased $0.2 million. The imaging side of the business continues to be affected by less than optimal utilization of certain imaging assets.
Food Ingredient Processing
The food ingredient processing segment recorded revenues of $15.9 million and net income of $0.7 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $18.4 million and net income of $1.5 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The $2.5 million decrease in revenues is due to a 19.4% decrease in pounds of product sold, partially offset by a 7.3% increase in the price per pound of product sold. The decline in sales is due to a reduction in sales to European customers temporarily served in 2007 due to a European crop problem in 2006 and soft demand from major snack customers. Rising fuel oil and natural gas prices have resulted in lower gross profits on products sold.
Other Business Operations
Other business operations recorded revenues of $48.1 million and net income of $0.8 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with revenues of $40.6 million and net income of $1.2 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. At the construction companies, revenues increased $6.2 million and net income decreased $0.1 million as a result of lower than expected margins on certain construction projects at Midwest Construction Services. In the trucking operations, revenues increased $1.3 million while operating expenses increased $1.5 million due to significant increases in fuel costs that were not able to be immediately passed on to customers and increased labor and equipment costs related to the expansion into heavy-haul services in the fourth quarter of 2007.
Corporate
Corporate expenses, net-of-tax, were $3.2 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2008 compared with $1.1 million in the quarter ended June 30, 2007. The increase is due to interest costs on certain debt held at corporate, increases in stock-based compensation, increases in outside professional services mainly related to the formation of a holding company and increases in claim loss provisions at our captive insurance company between the quarters. Corporate expenses in the second quarter of 2007 included a $0.6 million gain on disposal of assets.
2008 Expectations
Otter Tail Corporation is revising its 2008 earnings guidance to be in a range from $1.40 to $1.65 of diluted earnings per share from its previously announced range of $1.75 to $2.00. Contributing to the revised earnings guidance for 2008 are the following items:

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  The corporation expects increased levels of net income from the electric segment in 2008. The increase is attributable to the 2.9% rate increase granted in Minnesota and rate riders for wind energy and transmission investments in North Dakota and Minnesota. The increase also anticipates having lower-cost generation available for the year, as no major plant shutdowns are planned for Big Stone Plant or Coyote Station in 2008.
  The corporation expects the plastics segment’s 2008 performance to be below normal levels as this segment continues to be impacted by the sluggish housing and construction markets. Announced capacity expansions are not expected to have a material impact on 2008 results.
  The corporation expects a decrease in net income in the manufacturing segment in 2008. Increased capacity related to recent expansions and acquisitions as well as the start-up of DMI’s wind tower manufacturing plant in Oklahoma in 2008 are expected to result in increased levels of revenue. DMI is investing in new facilities and incurring costs related to starting up and expanding facilities as well as integrating new customers in order to prepare for the anticipated growth in the wind industry subsequent to 2008. This is expected to result in a decrease in net income in 2008 compared with 2007. Also, the impact of a softening economy on ShoreMaster is expected to cause a decrease in net income for this segment in 2008. Backlog in place on June 30, 2008 in the manufacturing segment to support revenues for the remainder of 2008 is approximately $206 million. This compares with $191 million in revenue earned in the third and fourth quarters of 2007. DMI Industries accounts for a substantial portion of the 2008 backlog.
  The health services segment expects a decline in net income in 2008 due to lower utilization levels of certain imaging assets.
  The corporation expects net income from its food ingredient processing business to be on par with 2007. This business has backlog in place as of June 30, 2008 of 51 million pounds for the remainder of 2008 compared with 52 million pounds in the third and fourth quarters of 2007.
  The other business operations segment is expected to have higher net income in 2008 compared with 2007. Backlog for the construction businesses at the end of the second quarter of 2008 was approximately $79 million for the remainder of 2008 compared with $93 million in revenue in the third and fourth quarters of 2007.
  Corporate general and administrative costs are expected to increase in 2008.
Risk Factors and Forward-Looking Statements that Could Affect Future Results
The information in this release includes certain forward-looking information, including 2008 expectations, made under the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Although the corporation believes its expectations are based on reasonable assumptions, actual results may differ materially from those expectations. The following factors, among others, could cause actual results for the corporation to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements:

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  The corporation is subject to federal and state legislation, regulations and actions that may have a negative impact on its business and results of operations.
  Actions by the regulators of the electric segment could result in rate reductions, lower revenues and earnings or delays in recovering capital expenditures.
  Future operating results of the electric segment will be impacted by the outcome of rate rider filings in Minnesota for transmission and wind energy investments.
  Certain costs currently included in the Fuel Clause Adjustment (FCA) in retail rates may be excluded from recovery through the FCA but may be subject to recovery through rates established in a general rate case. Further, all, or portions of, gross margins on asset-based wholesale electric sales may become subject to refund through the FCA as a result of a general rate case.
  Weather conditions or changes in weather patterns can adversely affect the corporation’s operations and revenues.
  Electric wholesale margins could be further reduced as the Midwest Independent Transmission System Operator market becomes more efficient.
  Electric wholesale trading margins could be reduced or eliminated by losses due to trading activities.
  The corporation’s electric generating facilities are subject to operational risks that could result in unscheduled plant outages, unanticipated operation and maintenance expenses and increased power purchase costs.
  Wholesale sales of electricity from excess generation could be affected by reductions in coal shipments to the Big Stone and Hoot Lake plants due to supply constraints or rail transportation problems beyond the corporation’s control.
  The corporation’s electric segment has capitalized $9.8 million in costs related to the planned construction of a second electric generating unit at its Big Stone Plant site as of June 30, 2008. Should approvals of permits not be received on a timely basis, the project could be at risk. If the project is abandoned for permitting or other reasons, these capitalized costs and others incurred in future periods may be subject to expense and may not be recoverable.
  Federal and state environmental regulation could cause the corporation to incur substantial capital expenditures which could result in increased operating costs.
  Existing or new laws or regulations addressing climate change or reductions of greenhouse gas emissions by federal or state authorities, such as mandated levels of renewable generation or mandatory reductions in carbon dioxide (CO2) emission levels or taxes on CO2 emissions, that result in increases in electric service costs could negatively impact the corporation’s net income, financial position and operating cash flows if such costs cannot be recovered through rates granted by ratemaking authorities in the states where the electric utility provides service or through increased market prices for electricity.
  The corporation may not be able to respond effectively to deregulation initiatives in the electric industry, which could result in reduced revenues and earnings.
  The corporation’s manufacturer of wind towers operates in a market that has been influenced by the existence of a Federal Production Tax Credit. This tax credit is scheduled to expire on December 31, 2008. Should this tax credit not be renewed, the revenues and earnings of this business could be reduced.
  The corporation’s plans to grow and diversify through acquisitions and capital projects may not be successful and could result in poor financial performance.

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  The corporation’s ability to own and expand its nonelectric businesses could be limited by state law.
  Competition is a factor in all of the corporation’s businesses.
  Economic uncertainty could have a negative impact on the corporation’s future revenues and earnings.
  Volatile financial markets and changes in the corporation’s debt rating could restrict the corporation’s ability to access capital and could increase borrowing costs and pension plan expenses.
  The price and availability of raw materials could affect the revenue and earnings of the corporation’s manufacturing segment.
  The corporation’s food ingredient processing segment operates in a highly competitive market and is dependent on adequate sources of raw materials for processing. Should the supply of these raw materials be affected by poor growing conditions, this could negatively impact the results of operations for this segment.
  The corporation’s food ingredient processing and wind tower manufacturing businesses could be adversely affected by changes in foreign currency exchange rates.
  The corporation’s plastics segment is highly dependent on a limited number of vendors for PVC resin, many of which are located in the Gulf Coast regions, and a limited supply of resin. The loss of a key vendor or an interruption or delay in the supply of PVC resin could result in reduced sales or increased costs for this business. Reductions in PVC resin prices could negatively impact PVC pipe prices, profit margins on PVC pipe sales and the value of PVC pipe held in inventory.
  Changes in the rates or method of third-party reimbursements for diagnostic imaging services could result in reduced demand for those services or create downward pricing pressure, which would decrease revenues and earnings for the corporation’s health services segment.
  The corporation’s health services business may be unable to renew and continue to maintain the dealership arrangements with Philips Medical, which are scheduled to expire on December 31, 2008.
  Actions by regulators of the corporation’s health services segment could result in monetary penalties or restrictions in the corporation’s health services operations.
  A significant failure or an inability to properly bid or perform on projects by the corporation’s construction businesses could lead to adverse financial results.
For a further discussion of other risk factors and cautionary statements, refer to reports the corporation files with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
About The Corporation: Otter Tail Corporation has interests in diversified operations that include an electric utility, manufacturing, health services, food ingredient processing and infrastructure businesses which include plastics, construction and transportation. Otter Tail Corporation stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol OTTR. The latest investor and corporate information is available at www.ottertail.com. Corporate offices are located in Fergus Falls, Minnesota, and Fargo, North Dakota.
See Otter Tail Corporation’s results of operations for the three and six months ended June 30, 2008 and 2007 in the attached financial statements.
Consolidated Statements of Income, Consolidated Balance Sheets — Assets, Consolidated Balance Sheets — Liabilities and Equity

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Otter Tail Corporation
Consolidated Statements of Income

For the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2008 and 2007
In thousands, except share and per share amounts
(not audited)
                                 
    Quarter Ended June 30,     Year-to-Date June 30,  
    2008     2007     2008     2007  
Operating Revenues by Segment:
                               
Electric
  $ 68,666     $ 70,572     $ 166,256     $ 160,552  
Plastics
    40,645       39,525       62,995       77,344  
Manufacturing
    120,342       104,786       217,937       191,011  
Health Services
    30,740       32,452       60,005       65,415  
Food Ingredient Processing
    15,913       18,403       31,811       37,898  
Other Business Operations
    48,080       40,587       86,190       75,733  
Corporate Revenue and Intersegment Eliminations
    (786 )     (481 )     (1,357 )     (988 )
 
                       
Total Operating Revenues
    323,600       305,844       623,837       606,965  
 
                               
Operating Expenses:
                               
Fuel and Purchased Power
    24,964       25,098       63,854       67,534  
Nonelectric Cost of Goods Sold (depreciation included below)
    204,235       176,973       369,458       341,632  
Electric Operating and Maintenance Expense
    30,320       29,178       59,687       58,579  
Nonelectric Operating and Maintenance Expense
    36,242       31,377       70,989       62,135  
Plant Closure Costs
    1,412             1,412        
Depreciation and Amortization
    16,124       12,947       31,037       26,040  
 
                       
Total Operating Expenses
    313,297       275,573       596,437       555,920  
 
                               
Operating Income (Loss) by Segment:
                               
Electric
    5,576       10,046       27,201       21,519  
Plastics
    1,408       6,001       2,589       10,868  
Manufacturing
    4,464       11,207       5,139       17,145  
Health Services
    65       1,471       (868 )     3,283  
Food Ingredient Processing
    1,297       2,304       2,990       3,085  
Other Business Operations
    1,603       2,094       (1,056 )     2,417  
Corporate
    (4,110 )     (2,852 )     (8,595 )     (7,272 )
 
                       
Total Operating Income
    10,303       30,271       27,400       51,045  
 
Interest Charges
    7,043       5,026       13,754       9,894  
Other Income
    626       340       1,588       613  
Income Taxes
    369       9,482       3,487       15,253  
 
Net Income (Loss) by Segment
                               
Electric
    3,276       5,076       16,026       10,998  
Plastics
    652       3,398       1,272       6,226  
Manufacturing
    1,396       5,335       780       7,874  
Health Services
    (88 )     708       (779 )     1,656  
Food Ingredient Processing
    685       1,543       1,808       1,992  
Other Business Operations
    794       1,157       (971 )     1,234  
Corporate
    (3,198 )     (1,114 )     (6,389 )     (3,469 )
 
                       
Total Net Income
    3,517       16,103       11,747       26,511  
Preferred Stock Dividend
    184       184       368       368  
 
                       
Balance for Common:
  $ 3,333     $ 15,919     $ 11,379     $ 26,143  
 
                       
 
                               
Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding:
                               
Basic
    29,993,484       29,685,745       29,905,782       29,594,499  
Diluted
    30,300,207       29,940,868       30,198,967       29,843,953  
 
Earnings Per Common Share:
                               
Basic
  $ 0.11     $ 0.54     $ 0.38     $ 0.88  
Diluted
  $ 0.11     $ 0.53     $ 0.38     $ 0.88  

 


 

Otter Tail Corporation
Consolidated Balance Sheets

Assets
In thousands
(not audited)
                 
    June 30,     December 31,  
    2008     2007  
Current Assets
               
Cash and Cash Equivalents
  $     $ 39,824  
Accounts Receivable:
               
Trade—Net
    154,456       151,446  
Other
    17,527       14,934  
Inventories
    112,233       97,214  
Deferred Income Taxes
    7,216       7,200  
Accrued Utility and Cost-of-Energy Revenues
    13,402       32,501  
Costs and Estimated Earnings in Excess of Billings
    70,578       42,234  
Other
    30,531       15,299  
 
           
Total Current Assets
    405,943       400,652  
 
           
 
               
Investments
    9,200       10,057  
Other Assets
    25,139       24,500  
Goodwill
    107,228       99,242  
Other Intangibles—Net
    36,470       20,456  
 
               
Deferred Debits
               
Unamortized Debt Expense and Reacquisition Premiums
    6,537       6,986  
Regulatory Assets and Other Deferred Debits
    40,157       38,837  
 
           
Total Deferred Debits
    46,694       45,823  
 
           
 
               
Plant
               
Electric Plant in Service
    1,051,644       1,028,917  
Nonelectric Operations
    306,755       257,590  
 
           
Total
    1,358,399       1,286,507  
Less Accumulated Depreciation and Amortization
    528,725       506,744  
 
           
Plant—Net of Accumulated Depreciation and Amortization
    829,674       779,763  
Construction Work in Progress
    96,806       74,261  
 
           
Net Plant
    926,480       854,024  
 
           
 
               
Total
  $ 1,557,154     $ 1,454,754  
 
           

 


 

Otter Tail Corporation
Consolidated Balance Sheets

Liabilities and Equity
In thousands
(not audited)
                 
    June 30,     December 31,  
    2008     2007  
Current Liabilities
               
Short-Term Debt
  $ 186,600     $ 95,000  
Current Maturities of Long-Term Debt
    3,376       3,004  
Accounts Payable
    148,317       141,390  
Accrued Salaries and Wages
    23,997       29,283  
Accrued Taxes
    9,194       11,409  
Other Accrued Liabilities
    20,566       13,873  
 
           
Total Current Liabilities
    392,050       293,959  
 
           
 
               
Pensions Benefit Liability
    40,637       39,429  
Other Postretirement Benefits Liability
    30,979       30,488  
Other Noncurrent Liabilities
    21,448       23,228  
 
               
Deferred Credits
               
Deferred Income Taxes
    109,099       105,813  
Deferred Tax Credits
    17,790       16,761  
Regulatory Liabilities
    63,439       62,705  
Other
    316       275  
 
           
Total Deferred Credits
    190,644       185,554  
 
           
 
               
Capitalization
               
Long-Term Debt, Net of Current Maturities
    341,630       342,694  
Class B Stock Options of Subsidiary
    1,255       1,255  
 
               
Cumulative Preferred Shares
    15,500       15,500  
 
               
Cumulative Preference Shares
           
 
               
Common Shares, Par Value $5 Per Share
    150,624       149,249  
Premium on Common Shares
    114,669       108,885  
Retained Earnings
    256,867       263,332  
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
    851       1,181  
 
           
Total Common Equity
    523,011       522,647  
 
               
Total Capitalization
    881,396       882,096  
 
           
 
               
Total
  $ 1,557,154     $ 1,454,754  
 
           

 

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