UNITED STATES
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): February 23, 2012
KOHLS CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Wisconsin | 001-11084 | 39-1630919 |
(State or other jurisdiction | (Commission | (IRS Employer |
N56 W17000 Ridgewood Drive |
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(Address of principal executive offices) |
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Registrants telephone number, including area code: (262) 703-7000
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 February 23, 2012, Kohls Corporation issued a press release reporting its earnings for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended January 28, 2012 and giving earnings guidance for the first quarter and full fiscal year 2012. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference herein.
The information furnished pursuant to this Item 2.02 and Item 7.01 of this Form 8-K, including Exhibit 99.1 attached hereto, is not deemed filed for the purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section. Further, such information, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into the filings of the registrant under the Securities Act of 1933.
Item 7.01
Regulation FD Disclosure.
See Item 2.02.
Item 8.01
Other Events.
On February 22, 2012 the Kohls Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.32 per common share. The dividend will be paid on March 28, 2012 to all shareholders of record at the close of business on March 7, 2012.
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This report contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the future dividends and share repurchases. Kohl's intends forward-looking terminology such as believes, expects, may, will, should, anticipates, plans, or similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause Kohl's actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to those described in Item 1A. Risk Factors of Kohls annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 30, 2010, which is expressly incorporated herein by reference, and other factors as may periodically be described in Kohl's filings with the SEC.
Item 9.01.
Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)
Exhibits
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99.1 | Press Release dated February 23, 2012 |
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.
Dated: February 23, 2012
KOHLS CORPORATION
By:
/s/ Richard D. Schepp
Richard D. Schepp
Senior Executive Vice President,
General Counsel and Secretary
EXHIBIT INDEX
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99.1 | Press Release dated February 23, 2012 |
Exhibit 99.1
KOHL'S CORPORATION REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER
AND FISCAL 2011 FINANCIAL RESULTS
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2011 diluted EPS increases 17%
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Dividend increases 28% to $0.32 per share
MENOMONEE FALLS, WI (Business Wire) February 23, 2012 - Kohls Corporation (NYSE:KSS) today reported results for the quarter and year ended January 28, 2012.
Fourth Quarter Results
Kohls Corporation reported fourth quarter diluted earnings per share increased 9% to $1.81. Net income for the quarter decreased 8% to $455 million, compared to $494 million ($1.66 per diluted share) a year ago. Net sales were $6.0 billion, a decrease of 0.3 percent from the prior year quarter. Comparable store sales for the quarter decreased 2.1%.
Fiscal 2011 Results
For the year, diluted earnings per share increased 17% to $4.30 and net income increased 4% to $1,167 million. Net sales were $18.8 billion, an increase of 2.2%. Comparable store sales increased 0.5%.
Kevin Mansell, Kohls chairman, president and chief executive officer, said, I am pleased that 2011 was another year of profitability and earnings per share growth for our shareholders. With the commitment of each of our 140,000 associates, we were able to navigate a difficult holiday sales season through strong expense and inventory management. We achieved a major milestone in 2011 with our E-Commerce business reporting $1 billion in revenues. We are starting 2012 with considerable brand excitement, with the launch of Rock and Republic, continued excitement from our Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony brands, and expansion of the successful ELLE and Simply Vera Vera Wang brands into new categories.
The Company increased its free cash flow (a non-GAAP financial measure) by 27% to $1.1 billion and returned approximately $2.6 billion to shareholders in 2011 with its first-ever dividend and share repurchases.
Quarterly Dividend Declared
On February 22, 2012, Kohl's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.32 per share of Kohls common stock; a $0.07 per share and 28% increase over previous quarterly dividends. The dividend is payable March 28, 2012 to shareholders of record at the close of business on March 7, 2012.
Store Update
Kohls opened 40 stores during 2011 and now has 1,127 stores in 49 states, compared with 1,089 stores at the same time last year. The Company remodeled 100 stores in 2011.
Earnings Guidance
The Company issued its initial guidance for fiscal 2012. Based on assumptions of a total sales increase of 4.5% and a comparable store sales increase of 2%, the Company expects earnings per diluted share of $4.75 for the year. For the first fiscal quarter, the Company expects earnings per diluted share of $0.60 based on assumptions of a total sales increase of 3% and a comparable store sales increase of 1%.
Fourth Quarter 2011 Earnings
Kohls will host a fourth quarter earnings conference call at 8:30 am ET on February 23, 2012. The phone number for the conference call is (706) 902-0486 and the conference ID is 41360705. Replays of the call will be available for 30 days by dialing (855) 859-2056 or (404)
537-3406 and referencing Conference ID 41360705. The conference call is also accessible via the Company's web site at http://www.kohlscorporation.com/InvestorRelations/event-calendar.htm.
Free Cash Flow
Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure which we define as net cash provided by operating activities and proceeds from financing obligations (which generally represent landlord reimbursements of construction costs) less acquisition of property & equipment and capital lease & financing obligation payments. Free cash flow should be evaluated in addition to, and not considered a substitute for, other financial measures such as net income and cash flow provided by operations. We believe that free cash flow represents our ability to generate additional cash flow from our business operations.
The following table reconciles net cash provided by operating activities (a GAAP measure) to free cash flow (a non-GAAP measure) for fiscal 2011.
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Net cash provided by operating activities | $ 2,143 |
Acquisition of property & equipment | (927) |
Capital lease & financing obligation payments | (91) |
Proceeds from financing obligations | 14 |
Free cash flow | $ 1,139 |
Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including guidance on Kohls targeted sales, earnings and other operating metrics. Kohl's intends forward-looking terminology such as believes, expects, may, will, should, anticipates, plans, or similar expressions to identify forward-looking statements. Such statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties, which could cause Kohl's actual results to differ materially from those anticipated by the forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to those described in Item 1A in Kohls Annual Report on Form 10-K/A, which is expressly incorporated herein by reference, and other factors as may periodically be described in Kohl's filings with the SEC.
About Kohls
Based in Menomonee Falls, Wis., Kohls (NYSE: KSS) is a family-focused, value-oriented specialty department store offering moderately priced, exclusive and national brand apparel, shoes, accessories, beauty and home products in an exciting shopping environment. Kohls operates 1,127 stores in 49 states with a commitment to environmental leadership. In support of the communities it serves, Kohls has raised more than $208 million for childrens initiatives nationwide through its Kohls Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates under Kohl's Cares, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kohl's Department Stores, Inc. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit www.Kohls.com.
Investor Relations:
Wes McDonald, Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, (262) 703-1893
Media:
Vicki Shamion, Senior Vice President Public Relations, (262) 703-1464
KOHL'S CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(In Millions, except per share data)
(Unaudited)
Subject to Reclassification
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| 2011 |
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Net sales | $ 6,018 |
| $ 6,038 |
| $18,804 |
| $18,391 |
Cost of merchandise sold | 3,841 |
| 3,815 |
| 11,625 |
| 11,359 |
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Gross margin | 2,177 |
| 2,223 |
| 7,179 |
| 7,032 |
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Operating expenses: |
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Selling, general and administrative | 1,178 |
| 1,173 |
| 4,243 |
| 4,190 |
Depreciation and amortization | 194 |
| 189 |
| 778 |
| 750 |
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Operating income | 805 |
| 861 |
| 2,158 |
| 2,092 |
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Interest expense, net | 76 |
| 71 |
| 299 |
| 304 |
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Income before income taxes | 729 |
| 790 |
| 1,859 |
| 1,788 |
Provision for income taxes | 274 |
| 296 |
| 692 |
| 668 |
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Net income | $ 455 |
| $ 494 |
| $ 1,167 |
| $ 1,120 |
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Basic net income per share | $ 1.82 |
| $ 1.68 |
| $ 4.33 |
| $ 3.69 |
Average number of shares | 251 |
| 295 |
| 270 |
| 304 |
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Diluted net income per share | $ 1.81 |
| $ 1.66 |
| $ 4.30 |
| $ 3.66 |
Average number of shares | 252 |
| 297 |
| 271 |
| 306 |
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As a percent of net sales: |
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Gross margin | 36.2% |
| 36.8% |
| 38.2% |
| 38.2% |
Selling, general and |
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administrative expenses | 19.6% |
| 19.4% |
| 22.6% |
| 22.8% |
Operating income | 13.4% |
| 14.3% |
| 11.5% |
| 11.4% |
Net income | 7.6% |
| 8.2% |
| 6.2% |
| 6.1% |
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KOHL'S CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Dollars In Millions)
(Unaudited)
Subject to Reclassification
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Assets |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents | $ 1,205 |
| $ 2,277 |
Merchandise inventories | 3,199 |
| 3,036 |
Deferred income taxes | 72 |
| 77 |
Other | 299 |
| 252 |
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Total current assets | 4,775 |
| 5,642 |
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Property and equipment, net | 8,905 |
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Long-term investments | 153 |
| 277 |
Other assets | 261 |
| 238 |
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Total assets | $ 14,094 |
| $ 14,849 |
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Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity |
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Current liabilities: |
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Accounts payable | $ 1,233 |
| $ 1,138 |
Accrued liabilities | 1,130 |
| 1,030 |
Income taxes payable | 133 |
| 127 |
Current portion of long-term debt | - |
| 400 |
Current portion of capital lease |
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and financing obligations | 94 |
| 86 |
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Total current liabilities | 2,590 |
| 2,781 |
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Long-term debt | 2,141 |
| 1,494 |
Capital lease and financing obligations | 2,009 |
| 2,018 |
Deferred income taxes | 386 |
| 256 |
Other long-term liabilities | 460 |
| 450 |
Shareholders' equity | 6,508 |
| 7,850 |
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Total liabilities and shareholders' equity | $ 14,094 |
| $ 14,849 |
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KOHL'S CORPORATION
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In Millions)
(Unaudited)
Subject to Reclassification
| 2011 |
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Operating activities |
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Net income | $1,167 |
| $1,120 |
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash |
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provided by operating activities: |
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Depreciation and amortization | 778 |
| 750 |
Share-based compensation | 57 |
| 66 |
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation | 2 |
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Deferred income taxes | 144 |
| 39 |
Other non-cash revenues and expenses | 39 |
| 35 |
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Merchandise inventories | (158) |
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Other current and long-term assets | (42) |
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Accounts payable | 96 |
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Accrued and other long-term liabilities | 61 |
| 13 |
Income taxes | (1) |
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Net cash provided by operating activities | 2,143 |
| 1,756 |
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Investing activities |
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Acquisition of property and equipment | (927) |
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Sales of investments in auction rate securities | 145 |
| 42 |
Other | (20) |
| 2 |
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Net cash used in investing activities | (802) |
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Financing activities |
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Treasury stock purchases | (2,311) |
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Long-term debt payments | (400) |
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Capital lease and financing obligation payments | (91) |
| (84) |
Proceeds from financing obligations | 14 |
| 27 |
Proceeds from issuance of debt | 646 |
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Interest rate hedge payment | (48) |
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Deferred financing costs | (8) |
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Proceeds from stock option exercises | 58 |
| 75 |
Dividends paid | (271) |
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Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation | (2) |
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Net cash used in financing activities | (2,413) |
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Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents | (1,072) |
| 10 |
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year | 2,277 |
| 2,267 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of year | $1,205 |
| $2,277 |
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