EX-99.3 4 v185205_ex99-3.htm Unassociated Document
 
Exhibit 99.3

 
Company Contact:  Investor Relations Contact:
   
Ms. Teresa Zhang  Mr. Athan Dounis
Chief Financial Officer  Account Manager
China Wind Systems, Inc.      CCG Investor Relations
Tel: +1-877-224-6696 x705  Tel: +1-646-213-1916 (NY Office)
Email: teresa.zhang@chinawindsystems.com   Email: athan.dounis@ccgir.com
www.chinawindsystems.com  
   
  Mr. Shaun Smolarz
  Financial Writer
  CCG Investor Relations
  Tel: +1-646-701-7444 (NY office)
  Email:shaun.smolarz@ccgir.com
  www.ccgirasia.com
 

China Wind Systems, Inc. Reports Record First Quarter 2010 results
 
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First quarter 2010 revenues increase 114.2% to $16.8 million
 
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Net income increased 201.3% to $1.9 million, or $0.08 per diluted share
 
WUXI, China, May 14 /PRNewswire-Asia-FirstCall/ -- China Wind Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq:CWS - News), ("China Wind Systems" or the "Company"), a leading supplier of forged rolled rings and other forged components to the wind power and other industries and industrial equipment primarily to the textile industry in China, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2010.
 
First Quarter 2010 Highlights and Recent Events
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Net revenues increased 114.2% year over year to $16.8 million 
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Revenue from the sale of forged products to the wind power and other industries increased 173.5% year over year to $11.8 million, or 70.4% of net revenues
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Revenue from the sale of forged products exclusively to the wind power industry increased 155.2% year over year to $7.0 million, or 41.3% of net revenue
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Operating income increased 188.0% year over year to $2.9 million
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Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) increased 197.8% year over year to $3.5 million
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Net income increased 201.3% to $1.9 million, or $0.08 per diluted share
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In May 2010, commenced operation of its new electro-slag remelted (ESR) production line
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In May 2010, announced its agreement to provide trial forged components to Guangdong MingYang Wind Power Technology Co., Ltd.
 
 
 

 
 
"We are energized by the strong business momentum that marked the first quarter of 2010," commented Mr. Jianhua Wu, Chairman and CEO of China Wind Systems, Inc. "Given that China is expanding its wind energy capacity more than any other country in the world, we believe that demand for our forged components will continue to demonstrate high growth, particularly with our newly launched super-strength ESR products."
 
First Quarter 2010 Results
 
Net revenue for the first quarter of 2010 increased 114.2% to $16.8 million, compared to $7.9 million in the same period of 2009. The increase was primarily due to strong sales growth of forged rolled rings for the wind power industry segment, as well as strong improvement in the dyeing and finishing equipment. Revenue from the sale of forged rolled rings to the wind power industry and other industries grew 173.5% to $11.8 million, or 70.4% of net revenue, compared to $4.3 million, or 55.1% of net revenue, in the same period last year. Revenue from the sale of forged rolled rings exclusively to the wind power industry rose 155.2% to $7.0 million, representing 41.3% of net revenue, compared to $2.7 million, or 34.7% of net revenues in the comparable period last year. Revenue from the Company's dyeing and finishing equipment segment increased 41.5% to $5.0 million, or 29.7% of net revenues, compared to $3.5 million, or 44.9% of net revenue, for the first quarter of 2010. The dyeing and finishing segment improved year over year, reflecting both the effects of the Chinese government's recent support for the textile industry in China as well as a low level of sales during the first quarter of 2009 as a result of the global economic downturn which affected the textile industry in China.
 
Gross profit for the first quarter of 2010 increased 176.6% to $4.4 million, compared to $1.6 million for the same period in the prior year. Gross margin increased 5.9 percentage points to 26.2%, compared to 20.3% for the same period in 2009. The increase was mostly attributable to cost-savings resulting from the Company's ability to manufacture its forged rolled rings and other components at its new facility where production began in March 2009. As the Company improves its efficiency at the new facility, the Company expects gross margins for forged components to reach in the range of 30% by the end of 2010.
 
Operating expenses increased 156.6% to $1.5 million, compared to $0.6 million in the comparable period last year, almost entirely from higher selling, general, and administrative expenses related increased payroll expenses, stock-based compensation, and bad debt expense.
 
Operating income increased 188.0% to $2.9 million, compared to $1.0 million for the same period in the 2009. Operating margin increased 4.4 percentage points to 17.4%, compared to 13.0% in the first quarter last year.
 
EBITDA, a non-GAAP measurement, rose 197.8% to $3.5 million, compared to $1.2 million in the same period last year.
 
Net income increased 201.3% to $1.9 million, compared to $0.6 million in the comparable period last year. Diluted earnings per share were $0.08, compared to $0.03 in the same period of 2009. Diluted earnings per share were calculated using weighted average shares of 25,395,026 and 19,664,343 for the three months ended March 31, 2010 and March 31, 2009, respectively.
 
 
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Financial Condition
 
As of March 31, 2010, China Wind Systems held cash and cash equivalents of $2.5 million, accounts receivable of $6.9 million, and working capital of $6.2 million. In addition, the Company had $1.8 million in short-term loans payable and stockholders' equity of $49.2 million.
 
In March 31, 2010, the Company generated $1.7 million in operating cash flow and spent $2.8 million in capital expenditures, primarily for property and equipment related to the additional fabrication equipment for the forged components facility and ESR production line.
 
Business Outlook
 
"Thus far in 2010, we have experienced strong order flows, particularly for our forged components designed for the wind power industry," commented Mr. Wu. "We remain in active negotiations with numerous wind energy players since firmly establishing ourselves as a superior provider of high quality forged components in China. As we deliver the first batch of ESR products, we are confident that we will sign more customers, further strengthening our competitive position in the industry. Given the Chinese government's commitment to reduce carbon dioxide emissions, we believe the industry growth momentum will continue to support the expansion of our business."
 
The Company expects 2010 revenues to be in the range of $76.5 million to $85 million. In 2010, earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization, which is generally referred to as EBITDA and is a non-GAAP financial measure, is expected to be in the range of $22.7 million to $25.2 million. (In the Company's press release dated May 11, EBITDA for 2009 was incorrectly stated as $11.0 million; EBITDA in 2009 was $12.6 million.) In 2010, adjusted net income, which excludes non-cash expenses related to convertible securities and warrants, is anticipated to be between $15.5 million and $16.3 million.
 
The Company anticipates stronger demand for both its traditional forged products and ESR forged products in 2010, as management expects stronger sales of precision forged products used in large wind turbines. The Company anticipates revenue contributed by its wind industry segment will increase by approximately 75% year over year to $35 million.
 
Conference Call
 
China Wind Systems will conduct a conference call at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, May 14, 2010 to discuss its first quarter 2010 results. To participate in the live conference call, please dial the following number five to ten minutes prior to the scheduled conference call time: (877) 359-2891. International callers should dial (702) 224-9578. When prompted, enter passcode: 749 255 93.
 
If you are unable to participate in the live call, a replay will be available for 14 days starting on May 14, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. ET. To access the replay, dial (800) 642-1687. International callers dial (706) 645-9291. When prompted, enter passcode 749 255 93.
 
 
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Use of Non-GAAP Financial Information
 
To supplement the Company's consolidated financial statements presented on a GAAP basis, the Company has provided non-GAAP financial information, namely earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA). The Company's management believes that this non-GAAP measure provides investors with a better understanding of how the results relate to the Company's historical performance. The additional adjusted information is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP financials. Management believes that these adjusted measures reflect the essential operating activities of the Company. A reconciliation of non-GAAP financial information appears below:
 
China Wind Systems, Inc. and Subsidiaries
 
Reconciliation of Net Income to EBITDA
 
   
Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
   
March 31,
 
   
2010
   
2009
 
Net Income from consolidated statement of operations
    1,947       646  
Income Tax expense
    910       337  
Interest (net)
    74       23  
Depreciation and Amortization
    606       197  
EBITDA
    3,537       1,203  


About China Wind Systems, Inc.
 
China Wind Systems supplies precision forged components such as rolled rings, shafts and flanges to the wind power and other industries and industrial equipment primarily to the textile industry in China. With its newly finished state-of-the-art production facility, the Company has increased its production and shipment of high-precision rolled rings and other essential components primarily to the wind power and other industries. For more information on the Company, visit http://www.chinawindsystems.com . Information on the Company's Web site or any other Web site does not constitute a portion of this release.
 
 
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Safe Harbor Statement
 
This release contains certain "forward-looking statements" relating to the business of the Company and its subsidiary and affiliated companies. These forward looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes,” “expects" or similar expressions. Such forward looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to be materially different from those described herein as anticipated, believed, estimated or expected. Investors should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this press release. The Company’s actual results could differ materially from those anticipated in these forward-looking statements as a result of a variety of factors, including those discussed in the Company’s periodic reports that are filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and available on its website (www.sec.gov). All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or to persons acting on its behalf are expressly qualified in their entirety by these factors other than as required under the securities laws. The Company does not assume a duty to update these forward-looking statements.



-Financial Tables Follow-

 
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CHINA WIND SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME

   
For the Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
 
   
2010
   
2009
 
   
(Unaudited)
   
(Unaudited)
 
             
NET REVENUES
  $ 16,840,682     $ 7,860,867  
                 
COST OF SALES
    12,423,987       6,264,218  
                 
GROSS PROFIT
    4,416,695       1,596,649  
                 
OPERATING EXPENSES:
               
     Depreciation
    82,955       77,530  
     Selling, general and administrative
    1,401,376       500,948  
                 
        Total Operating Expenses
    1,484,331       578,478  
                 
INCOME FROM OPERATIONS
    2,932,364       1,018,171  
                 
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE):
               
     Interest income
    1,244       230  
     Interest expense
    (74,919 )     (23,671 )
     Foreign currency loss
    (1,859 )     (11 )
     Debt issuance costs
    -       (12,000 )
                 
        Total Other Income (Expense)
    (75,534 )     (35,452 )
                 
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES
    2,856,830       982,719  
                 
INCOME TAXES
    910,293       336,661  
                 
NET INCOME
  $ 1,946,537     $ 646,058  
                 
COMPREHENSIVE INCOME:
               
      NET INCOME
  $ 1,946,537     $ 646,058  
                 
      OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME:
               
           Unrealized foreign currency translation gain
    7,270       41,540  
                 
      COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
  $ 1,953,807     $ 687,598  
                 
NET INCOME PER COMMON SHARE:
               
    Basic
  $ 0.11     $ 0.04  
    Diluted
  $ 0.08     $ 0.03  
                 
WEIGHTED AVERAGE COMMON SHARES OUTSTANDING:
               
    Basic
    17,252,799       14,988,280  
    Diluted
    25,395,026       19,664,343  
 
 
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CHINA WIND SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

   
March 31, 2010
   
December 31, 2009
 
   
(Unaudited)
   
(Audited)
 
ASSETS
           
             
CURRENT ASSETS:
           
    Cash and cash equivalents
  $ 2,470,245     $ 2,278,638  
    Notes receivable
    226,737       329,492  
    Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts
    6,871,154       6,046,422  
    Inventories, net of reserve for obsolete inventory
    3,328,226       2,232,264  
    Advances to suppliers
    561,357       450,507  
    Prepaid VAT on purchases
    867,788       378,543  
    Prepaid expenses and other
    83,550       213,835  
                 
        Total Current Assets
    14,409,057       11,929,701  
                 
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT - net
    39,227,276       36,863,501  
                 
OTHER ASSETS:
               
   Land use rights, net
    3,708,409       3,729,427  
                 
        Total Assets
  $ 57,344,742     $ 52,522,629  
                 
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
               
                 
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
               
    Loans payable
  $ 1,755,387     $ 2,040,111  
    Accounts payable
    4,546,631       3,404,521  
    Accrued expenses
    476,165       556,662  
    VAT and service taxes payable
    104,282       25,284  
    Advances from customers
    328,799       143,261  
    Income taxes payable
    951,605       1,018,514  
                 
        Total Current Liabilities
    8,162,869       7,188,353  
                 
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY:
               
    Preferred stock $0.001 par value;
               
       (March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009 - 60,000,000 shares authorized, all of
               
       which were designated as series A convertible preferred, 15,534,264 and
               
       15,419,088 shares issued and outstanding; at March 31, 2010 and December 31,
               
       2009, respectively)       15,534        15,419  
    Common stock ($0.001 par value; 150,000,000 shares authorized;
               
       17,382,037 and 16,402,204 shares issued and outstanding
               
       at March 31, 2010 and December 31, 2009, respectively)
    17,382       16,402  
    Additional paid-in capital
    24,225,451       22,332,756  
    Retained earnings
    20,541,574       18,595,037  
    Statutory reserve
    1,252,980       1,252,980  
    Accumulated other comprehensive gain - foreign currency translation adjustment
    3,128,952       3,121,682  
                 
        Total Stockholders' Equity
    49,181,873       45,334,276  
                 
        Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity
  $ 57,344,742     $ 52,522,629  
 
 
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CHINA WIND SYSTEMS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

   
For the Three Months Ended
 
   
March 31,
 
   
2010
   
2009
 
   
(Unaudited)
   
(Unaudited)
 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
           
Net income
  $ 1,946,537     $ 646,058  
Adjustments to reconcile net income from operations to net cash provided by operating activities:
               
Depreciation
    584,646       175,113  
Amortization of debt discount to interest expense
    44,993       1,500  
Amortization of land use rights
    21,618       21,585  
Increase in allowance for doubtful accounts
    251,496       1,109  
Stock-based compensation expense
    286,320       42,031  
Changes in assets and liabilities:
               
Notes receivable
    102,808       70,041  
Accounts receivable
    (1,075,263 )     (377,183 )
Inventories
    (1,095,615 )     (515,182 )
Prepaid value-added taxes on purchases
    (489,189 )     -  
Prepaid and other current assets
    137,756       (57,485 )
Advances to suppliers
    (110,779 )     16,025  
Due from related party
    -       438,174  
Accounts payable
    1,141,572       (42,397 )
Accrued expenses
    (212,230 )     45,669  
VAT and service taxes payable
    78,994       (97,450 )
Income taxes payable
    (67,074 )     (233,343 )
Advances from customers
    185,517       54,282  
                 
NET CASH PROVIDED BY OPERATING ACTIVITIES
    1,732,107       188,547  
                 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
               
Purchase of property and equipment
    (2,810,860 )     (951,736 )
                 
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES
    (2,810,860 )     (951,736 )
                 
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
               
Proceeds from loans payable
    -       542,116  
Repayment of loans payable
    (330,000 )     -  
Proceeds from exercise of warrants
    1,600,000       -  
                 
NET CASH PROVIDED BY FINANCING ACTIVITIES
    1,270,000       542,116  
                 
EFFECT OF EXCHANGE RATE ON CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
    360       369  
                 
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
    191,607       (220,704 )
                 
CASH AND CASH EQUILAVENTS - beginning of year
    2,278,638       328,614  
                 
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - end of period
  $ 2,470,245     $ 107,910  
                 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
               
Cash paid for:
               
Interest
  $ 32,069     $ 21,264  
Income taxes
  $ 977,367     $ 580,004  
                 
NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
               
Debt discount for grant of warrants
  $ -     $ 92,985  
Common stock issued for future service
  $ 7,470     $ -  
 




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