EX-99.1 2 fl_8k0628ex.htm PRESS RELEASE ISSUED JUNE 28, 2007 fl_8k0628ex.htm
 
Exhibit 99.1

 
FINISH LINE REPORTS FIRST QUARTER RESULTS

 


INDIANAPOLIS June 28, 2007— The Finish Line, Inc. (NASDAQ:FINL) announced results for the first quarter ended June 2, 2007.

For the thirteen weeks ended June 2, 2007 (“Q1”), the Company reported a net loss of $3.9 million, or $(.08) per diluted share, versus net income of $4.4 million, or $.09 per diluted share, for the thirteen weeks ended May 27, 2006 (“Q1 LY”). Diluted weighted average shares outstanding were 47,135,000 for Q1 versus 48,625,000 shares outstanding for Q1 LY.

Consolidated net sales decreased 0.2% to $288.3 million for Q1 compared to $289.0 million reported for Q1 LY. Comparable store net sales decreased 3.9% for Q1 as compared to a 7.2% decrease reported for Q1 LY.

 Merchandise inventories on a consolidated basis were $308.1 million at June 2, 2007 compared to $298.4 million at May 27, 2006. As of June 2, 2007, on a per square foot basis, consolidated inventories decreased 3%, and Finish Line store merchandise inventories decreased 1% compared to one year ago.

Alan H. Cohen, Chief Executive Officer of Finish Line, stated, “During the quarter, we made progress in our efforts to increase our sport style offerings, including sandals and canvas footwear, to better align our product mix with consumer demand.  Although the retail environment remains competitive, we have put in place both product and operating initiatives that we believe will lead to improvements in our business.  Our goal is to remain committed to performance and to strengthen our position in sport style product in order to satisfy the expectations of our consumers.”



CONFERENCE CALL:

As previously announced, the Company is hosting a live conference call at 8:30 am (ET) on Friday June 29th.  Interested parties may participate in the call by calling 1-706-634-5566 (conference leader is Steve Schneider and conference ID# is 1533016). Those interested in listening to the call on the web can do so at www.finishline.com.

The Company will make available a replay of the live conference call by calling 1-706-645-9291 (Conference ID# 1533016). This replay will be available commencing at approximately 9:45 ET on Friday, June 29th and will remain available through July 2nd.  In addition, the replay will be available on the web at www.finishline.com.

The Company has experienced, and expects to continue to experience, significant variability in net sales and comparable store net sales from quarter to quarter.  Therefore, the results of the periods presented herein are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for any other future period or year.

Certain statements contained in this press release regard matters that are not historical facts and are forward looking statements (as such term is defined in the rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended). Because such forward looking statements contain risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: changing consumer preferences; the Company’s inability to successfully market its footwear, apparel, accessories and other merchandise; price, product and other competition from other retailers (including internet and direct manufacturer sales); the unavailability of products; the inability to locate and obtain favorable lease terms for the Company’s stores; the loss of key employees, general economic conditions and adverse factors impacting the retail athletic industry; management of growth, and the other risks detailed in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings.  The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly the results of any revisions to these forward looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

The Finish Line, Inc. is one of the largest mall-based specialty retailers operating under the Finish Line, Man Alive and Paiva brand names.  The Finish Line, Inc. is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol FINL. The Company currently operates 696 Finish Line stores in 47 states and online, 93 Man Alive stores in 19 states and 15 Paiva stores in 10 states and online.  To learn more about these brands, visit www.finishline.com , www.manalive.com and  www.paiva.com .






The Finish Line, Inc.
Consolidated Statements of Operations (Unaudited)
(In thousands, except per share and store data)

 
   
Thirteen Weeks Ended
 
   
June 2,
   
May 27,
 
   
2007
   
2006
 
             
             
Net sales
  $
288,333
    $
289,046
 
Cost of sales (including  occupancy expenses)
   
211,494
     
203,129
 
Gross profit
   
76,839
     
85,917
 
                 
Selling, general, and administrative expenses
   
82,507
     
79,626
 
Operating (loss) income
    (5,668 )    
6,291
 
                 
Interest income, net
   
463
     
735
 
(Loss) income before income taxes
    (5,205 )    
7,026
 
(Benefit) provision for income taxes
    (1,334 )    
2,670
 
Net (loss) income
  $ (3,871 )   $
4,356
 
                 
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding
   
47,135
     
48,625
 
Diluted net (loss) income per share
  $ (0.08 )   $
0.09
 
                 
Dividends declared per share
  $
0.025
    $
0.025
 
                 
Number of stores open at end of period:  Finish Line
   
695
     
669
 
             Man Alive
   
93
     
65
 
             Paiva
   
15
     
4
 

   
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
 
                   
   
June 2,
   
May 27,
   
March 3,
 
   
2007
   
2006
   
2007
 
   
(Unaudited)
   
(Unaudited)
       
ASSETS
                 
Cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities
  $
33,050
    $
62,090
    $
62,864
 
Merchandise inventories, net
   
308,097
     
298,438
     
287,300
 
Other current assets
   
29,179
     
21,715
     
30,212
 
Property and equipment, net
   
248,757
     
231,412
     
247,468
 
Other assets
   
33,089
     
26,045
     
28,792
 
Total assets
  $
652,172
    $
639,700
    $
656,636
 
                         
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
                       
Current liabilities
  $
131,244
    $
147,002
    $
142,886
 
Deferred credits from landlords
   
65,481
     
59,773
     
64,472
 
Other long-term liabilities
   
9,183
     
--
     
--
 
Shareholders' equity
   
446,264
     
432,925
     
449,278
 
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
  $
652,172
    $
639,700
    $
656,636
 
 

CONTACTS:
Investor Relations:
   Kevin S. Wampler, 317/899-1022 ext. 6914
   Executive Vice President - Chief Financial Officer
 
Media Requests:
   Elise Hasbrook, 317/899-1022 ext. 6827
   Corporate Communications Manager