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Delivered EPS above guidance driven by strong margin expansion; Record year-to-date cash flow

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, July 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) today reported results for the fiscal third quarter ended June 28, 2024.

Third Quarter Highlights

Net sales were $4.0 billion, in line with guidance, down 1% on a reported basis year over year and up 2% organically.GAAP diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations were $1.86, up 11% year over year. Adjusted EPS exceeded guidance at $1.91, a quarterly record and up 8% year over year.Orders were $4.1 billion, up 4% year over year and 3% sequentially, driven by momentum in artificial intelligence programs.Operating margins were 19% and adjusted operating margins were 19.3%, up 200 basis points year over year and a quarterly record, driven by strong operational performance.Generated record cash flow year to date, including:Cash from operating activities of $2.4 billion, up 22% year over year.Free cash flow of approximately $2.0 billion, up 36% year over year.Deployed over $2.2 billion of capital year to date, with $1.8 billion returned to shareholders

“I’m pleased that our team continued to navigate a dynamic market environment to deliver another strong quarter of performance, highlighted by operating margin expansion of 200 basis points, delivering EPS above guidance and record cash flow generation,” said TE Connectivity CEO Terrence Curtin. “In our Transportation Segment, our automotive business grew 4% organically despite a decline in auto production, and three out of four businesses in our Industrial segment continued their growth trajectories. In our Communications segment, we achieved sales growth of more than 20% along with record orders, driven by momentum in artificial intelligence programs where we are well positioned with multiple customers. We expect to deliver year-over-year earnings growth and margin expansion in the fourth quarter as well as double-digit earnings growth for the full year. As we look to the future, we continue to invest in key long-term growth trends to innovate alongside our valued customers around the world.”

Fourth Quarter FY24 Outlook
For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, the company expects net sales of approximately $4.0 billion. GAAP EPS from continuing operations is expected to be approximately $1.80, up 3% year over year, with adjusted EPS of approximately $1.94, up 9% year over year. Fourth quarter guidance includes a $0.10 year-over-year headwind from tax and currency exchange rates.

Information about TE Connectivity’s use of non-GAAP financial measures is provided below. For reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures, see the attached tables.

Conference Call and Webcast
The company will hold a conference call for investors today beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The conference call may be accessed in the following ways:

At TE Connectivity’s website: investors.te.comBy telephone: For both “listen-only” participants and those participants who wish to take part in the question-and-answer portion of the call, the dial-in number in the United States is (800) 715-9871 and for international callers, the dial-in number is (646) 307-1963.A replay of the conference call will be available on TE Connectivity’s investor website at investors.te.com at 11:30 a.m. ET on July 24, 2024.

About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity Ltd. (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. Our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, renewable energy, automated factories, data centers, medical technology and more. With more than 85,000 employees, including 8,000 engineers, working alongside customers in approximately 140 countries, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS. Learn more at www.te.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, WeChat, Instagram and X (formerly Twitter). 

Non-GAAP Financial Measures
We present non-GAAP performance and liquidity measures as we believe it is appropriate for investors to consider adjusted financial measures in addition to results in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the U.S. (“GAAP”). These non-GAAP financial measures provide supplemental information and should not be considered replacements for results in accordance with GAAP. Management uses non-GAAP financial measures internally for planning and forecasting purposes and in its decision-making processes related to the operations of our company. We believe these measures provide meaningful information to us and investors because they enhance the understanding of our operating performance, ability to generate cash, and the trends of our business. Additionally, we believe that investors benefit from having access to the same financial measures that management uses in evaluating our operations. The primary limitation of these measures is that they exclude the financial impact of items that would otherwise either increase or decrease our reported results. This limitation is best addressed by using these non-GAAP financial measures in combination with the most directly comparable GAAP financial measures in order to better understand the amounts, character, and impact of any increase or decrease in reported amounts. These non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly-titled measures reported by other companies.

The following provides additional information regarding our non-GAAP financial measures:

Organic Net Sales Growth (Decline) – represents net sales growth (decline) (the most comparable GAAP financial measure) excluding the impact of foreign currency exchange rates, and acquisitions and divestitures that occurred in the preceding twelve months, if any. Organic Net Sales Growth (Decline) is a useful measure of our performance because it excludes items that are not completely under management’s control, such as the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates, and items that do not reflect the underlying growth of the company, such as acquisition and divestiture activity. This measure is a significant component in our incentive compensation plans.Adjusted Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Margin – represent operating income and operating margin, respectively, (the most comparable GAAP financial measures) before special items including restructuring and other charges, acquisition-related charges, impairment of goodwill, and other income or charges, if any. We utilize these adjusted measures in combination with operating income and operating margin to assess segment level operating performance and to provide insight to management in evaluating segment operating plan execution and market conditions. Adjusted Operating Income is a significant component in our incentive compensation plans.Adjusted Income Tax (Expense) Benefit and Adjusted Effective Tax Rate – represent income tax (expense) benefit and effective tax rate, respectively, (the most comparable GAAP financial measures) after adjusting for the tax effect of special items including restructuring and other charges, acquisition-related charges, impairment of goodwill, other income or charges, and certain significant tax items, if any.Adjusted Income from Continuing Operations – represents income from continuing operations (the most comparable GAAP financial measure) before special items including restructuring and other charges, acquisition-related charges, impairment of goodwill, other income or charges, and certain significant tax items, if any, and, if applicable, the related tax effects.Adjusted Earnings Per Share – represents diluted earnings per share from continuing operations (the most comparable GAAP financial measure) before special items including restructuring and other charges, acquisition-related charges, impairment of goodwill, other income or charges, and certain significant tax items, if any, and, if applicable, the related tax effects. This measure is a significant component in our incentive compensation plans.Free Cash Flow (FCF) – is a useful measure of our ability to generate cash. The difference between net cash provided by operating activities (the most comparable GAAP financial measure) and Free Cash Flow consists mainly of significant cash outflows and inflows that we believe are useful to identify. We believe Free Cash Flow provides useful information to investors as it provides insight into the primary cash flow metric used by management to monitor and evaluate cash flows generated from our operations. Free Cash Flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities excluding voluntary pension contributions and the cash impact of special items, if any, minus net capital expenditures. Voluntary pension contributions are excluded from the GAAP financial measure because this activity is driven by economic financing decisions rather than operating activity. Certain special items, including cash paid (collected) pursuant to collateral requirements related to cross-currency swap contracts, are also excluded by management in evaluating Free Cash Flow. Net capital expenditures consist of capital expenditures less proceeds from the sale of property, plant, and equipment. These items are subtracted because they represent long-term commitments. In the calculation of Free Cash Flow, we subtract certain cash items that are ultimately within management’s and the Board of Directors’ discretion to direct and may imply that there is less or more cash available for our programs than the most comparable GAAP financial measure indicates. It should not be inferred that the entire Free Cash Flow amount is available for future discretionary expenditures, as our definition of Free Cash Flow does not consider certain non-discretionary expenditures, such as debt payments. In addition, we may have other discretionary expenditures, such as discretionary dividends, share repurchases, and business acquisitions, that are not considered in the calculation of Free Cash Flow.

Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains certain “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to risks, uncertainty and changes in circumstances, which may cause actual results, performance, financial condition or achievements to differ materially from anticipated results, performance, financial condition or achievements. All statements contained herein that are not clearly historical in nature are forward-looking and the words “anticipate,” “believe,” “expect,” “estimate,” “plan,” and similar expressions are generally intended to identify forward-looking statements. We have no intention and are under no obligation to update or alter (and expressly disclaim any such intention or obligation to do so) our forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except to the extent required by law. The forward-looking statements in this release include statements addressing our future financial condition and operating results. In addition, our proposed change of incorporation from Switzerland to Ireland is subject to risks, such as the risk that the change of place of incorporation might not be completed or, if completed, that the anticipated advantages might not materialize, as well as the risks that the price of our stock could decline and our position on stock exchanges and indices could change, and Irish corporate governance and regulatory schemes could prove different or more challenging than currently expected. Examples of factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements include, among others, the extent, severity and duration of business interruptions, such as the coronavirus disease 2019 (“COVID-19”) negatively affecting our business operations; business, economic, competitive and regulatory risks, such as conditions affecting demand for products in the automotive and other industries we serve; competition and pricing pressure; fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and commodity prices; natural disasters and political, economic and military instability in countries in which we operate, including continuing military conflict in certain parts of the world; developments in the credit markets; future goodwill impairment; compliance with current and future environmental and other laws and regulations; and the possible effects on us of changes in tax laws, tax treaties and other legislation. In addition, the extent to which COVID-19 will impact our business and our financial results will depend on future developments, which are highly uncertain and cannot be predicted. More detailed information about these and other factors is set forth in TE Connectivity Ltd.’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended Sept 29, 2023, as well as in our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q, Current Reports on Form 8-K and other reports filed by us with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)

For the Quarters Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

June 28,

June 30,

June 28,

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

(in millions, except per share data)

Net sales

$

3,979

$

3,998

$

11,777

$

11,999

Cost of sales 

2,593

2,699

7,704

8,229

Gross margin

1,386

1,299

4,073

3,770

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

431

431

1,299

1,258

Research, development, and engineering expenses

189

176

546

534

Acquisition and integration costs

5

9

16

26

Restructuring and other charges, net

6

53

67

283

Operating income

755

630

2,145

1,669

Interest income

20

18

61

39

Interest expense

(18)

(20)

(55)

(61)

Other expense, net

(3)

(4)

(11)

(13)

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

754

624

2,140

1,634

Income tax (expense) benefit

(181)

(96)

778

(283)

Income from continuing operations

573

528

2,918

1,351

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

(1)

7

Net income

$

573

$

528

$

2,917

$

1,358

Basic earnings per share:

Income from continuing operations

$

1.87

$

1.68

$

9.47

$

4.28

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

0.02

Net income

1.87

1.68

9.47

4.30

Diluted earnings per share:

Income from continuing operations

$

1.86

$

1.67

$

9.41

$

4.25

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

0.02

Net income

1.86

1.67

9.41

4.27

Weighted-average number of shares outstanding: 

Basic

306

315

308

316

Diluted

308

317

310

318

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)

June 28,

September 29,

2024

2023

(in millions, except share data)

Assets

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$

1,469

$

1,661

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $37 and $30, respectively

2,889

2,967

Inventories

2,669

2,552

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

686

712

Total current assets

7,713

7,892

Property, plant, and equipment, net

3,758

3,754

Goodwill

5,664

5,463

Intangible assets, net

1,177

1,175

Deferred income taxes

3,768

2,600

Other assets

818

828

Total assets

$

22,898

$

21,712

Liabilities, redeemable noncontrolling interests, and shareholders’ equity

Current liabilities:

Short-term debt

$

1,249

$

682

Accounts payable

1,662

1,563

Accrued and other current liabilities

2,206

2,218

Total current liabilities

5,117

4,463

Long-term debt

2,953

3,529

Long-term pension and postretirement liabilities

720

728

Deferred income taxes

186

185

Income taxes

386

365

Other liabilities

781

787

Total liabilities

10,143

10,057

Commitments and contingencies

Redeemable noncontrolling interests

123

104

Shareholders’ equity:

Common shares, CHF 0.57 par value,  316,574,781 shares authorized and issued, and 322,470,281 shares authorized and issued, respectively 

139

142

Accumulated earnings 

14,253

12,947

Treasury shares, at cost, 12,129,385 and 10,487,742 shares, respectively

(1,647)

(1,380)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(113)

(158)

Total shareholders’ equity

12,632

11,551

Total liabilities, redeemable noncontrolling interests, and shareholders’ equity

$

22,898

$

21,712

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

 CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)

For the Quarters Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

June 28,

June 30,

June 28,

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

(in millions)

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net income

$

573

$

528

$

2,917

$

1,358

(Income) loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

1

(7)

Income from continuing operations

573

528

2,918

1,351

Adjustments to reconcile income from continuing operations to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

208

200

594

594

Deferred income taxes

22

(51)

(1,190)

(121)

Non-cash lease cost

33

36

100

106

Provision for losses on accounts receivable and inventories

15

13

70

82

Share-based compensation expense

31

32

100

95

Impairment of held for sale business

67

Other 

(11)

17

53

85

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of the effects of acquisitions and divestitures:

Accounts receivable, net

10

22

82

(202)

Inventories

114

(50)

(127)

(323)

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

13

(5)

12

(30)

Accounts payable

44

(36)

99

68

Accrued and other current liabilities

(37)

69

(324)

(14)

Income taxes

13

16

28

51

Other

(22)

(12)

20

185

Net cash provided by operating activities

1,006

779

2,435

1,994

Cash flows from investing activities:

Capital expenditures

(149)

(166)

(467)

(538)

Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment

10

1

12

3

Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired

(339)

(108)

Proceeds from divestiture of businesses, net of cash retained by businesses sold

21

(3)

59

48

Other

1

(1)

(9)

22

Net cash used in investing activities

(117)

(169)

(744)

(573)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Net increase (decrease) in commercial paper

18

3

(21)

(82)

Proceeds from issuance of debt

499

Repayment of debt

(1)

(2)

(591)

Proceeds from exercise of share options

19

13

52

33

Repurchase of common shares

(416)

(208)

(1,301)

(674)

Payment of common share dividends to shareholders

(199)

(186)

(564)

(541)

Other

(12)

(2)

(39)

(30)

Net cash used in financing activities

(591)

(380)

(1,875)

(1,386)

Effect of currency translation on cash

(5)

(4)

(8)

8

Net increase (decrease) in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash

293

226

(192)

43

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at beginning of period

1,176

905

1,661

1,088

Cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash at end of period

$

1,469

$

1,131

$

1,469

$

1,131

Supplemental cash flow information:

Interest paid on debt, net

$

6

$

9

$

38

$

48

Income taxes paid, net of refunds

146

131

384

354

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF FREE CASH FLOW (UNAUDITED)

For the Quarters Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

June 28,

June 30,

June 28,

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

(in millions)

Net cash provided by operating activities

$

1,006

$

779

$

2,435

$

1,994

Capital expenditures, net

(139)

(165)

(455)

(535)

Free cash flow (1)

$

867

$

614

$

1,980

$

1,459

(1) Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure. See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONSOLIDATED SEGMENT DATA (UNAUDITED)

For the Quarters Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

June 28,

June 30,

June 28,

June 30,

2024

2023

2024

2023

($ in millions)

Net Sales

Net Sales

Net Sales

Net Sales

Transportation Solutions

$

2,330

$

2,433

$

7,087

$

7,175

Industrial Solutions

1,133

1,141

3,301

3,392

Communications Solutions

516

424

1,389

1,432

Total

$

3,979

$

3,998

$

11,777

$

11,999

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Income

Margin

Income

Margin

Income

Margin

Income

Margin

Transportation Solutions

$

498

21.4

%

$

425

17.5

%

$

1,443

20.4

%

$

1,040

14.5

%

Industrial Solutions

153

13.5

150

13.1

451

13.7

440

13.0

Communications Solutions

104

20.2

55

13.0

251

18.1

189

13.2

Total

$

755

19.0

%

$

630

15.8

%

$

2,145

18.2

%

$

1,669

13.9

%

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Adjusted

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Operating

Income (1)

Margin (1)

Income (1)

Margin (1)

Income (1)

Margin (1)

Income (1)

Margin (1)

Transportation Solutions

$

490

21.0

%

$

452

18.6

%

$

1,471

20.8

%

$

1,221

17.0

%

Industrial Solutions

171

15.1

180

15.8

499

15.1

529

15.6

Communications Solutions

105

20.3

60

14.2

262

18.9

228

15.9

Total

$

766

19.3

%

$

692

17.3

%

$

2,232

19.0

%

$

1,978

16.5

%

(1) Adjusted operating income and adjusted operating margin are non-GAAP financial measures. See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NET SALES GROWTH (DECLINE) (UNAUDITED)

Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended June 28, 2024

versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2023

Net Sales

Organic Net Sales

Acquisition/

Growth (Decline)

Growth (Decline) (1)

Translation (2)

(Divestiture)

($ in millions)

Transportation Solutions (3):

Automotive

$

(20)

(1.1)

%

$

63

3.6

%

$

(39)

$

(44)

Commercial transportation

(40)

(9.9)

(34)

(8.4)

(6)

Sensors

(43)

(15.2)

(37)

(13.1)

(6)

Total

(103)

(4.2)

(8)

(0.3)

(51)

(44)

Industrial Solutions (3):

Industrial equipment

(70)

(16.5)

(98)

(23.6)

(8)

36

Aerospace, defense, and marine

52

17.7

53

18.7

(1)

Energy

(4)

(1.7)

8

3.4

(12)

Medical

14

7.2

14

7.2

Total

(8)

(0.7)

(23)

(2.1)

(21)

36

Communications Solutions (3):

Data and devices

77

30.6

80

31.8

(3)

Appliances

15

8.7

20

11.7

(5)

Total

92

21.7

100

23.7

(8)

Total 

$

(19)

(0.5)

%

$

69

1.7

%

$

(80)

$

(8)

Change in Net Sales for the Nine Months Ended June 28, 2024

versus Net Sales for the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2023

Net Sales

Organic Net Sales

Acquisitions/

Growth (Decline)

Growth (Decline) (1)

Translation (2)

(Divestitures)

($ in millions)

Transportation Solutions (3):

Automotive

$

61

1.2

%

$

220

4.2

%

$

(46)

$

(113)

Commercial transportation

(53)

(4.6)

(49)

(4.2)

(4)

Sensors

(96)

(11.6)

(90)

(10.9)

(6)

Total

(88)

(1.2)

81

1.1

(56)

(113)

Industrial Solutions (3):

Industrial equipment

(279)

(21.2)

(344)

(26.2)

65

Aerospace, defense, and marine

122

14.3

137

16.2

3

(18)

Energy

13

2.0

12

1.8

(19)

20

Medical

53

9.3

53

9.3

Total

(91)

(2.7)

(142)

(4.2)

(16)

67

Communications Solutions (3):

Data and devices

12

1.4

17

2.0

(5)

Appliances

(55)

(9.8)

(46)

(8.2)

(9)

Total

(43)

(3.0)

(29)

(2.0)

(14)

Total 

$

(222)

(1.9)

%

$

(90)

(0.7)

%

$

(86)

$

(46)

(1) Organic net sales growth (decline) is a non-GAAP financial measure. See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

(2) Represents the change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(3) Industry end market information is presented consistently with our internal management reporting and may be periodically revised as management deems necessary.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Quarter Ended June 28, 2024

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

(Non-GAAP) (2)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

498

$

$

(8)

$

490

Industrial Solutions

153

5

13

171

Communications Solutions

104

1

105

Total 

$

755

$

5

$

6

$

766

Operating margin

19.0

%

19.3

%

Income tax expense

$

(181)

$

$

4

$

(177)

Effective tax rate

24.0

%

23.1

%

Income from continuing operations

$

573

$

5

$

10

$

588

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

1.86

$

0.02

$

0.03

$

1.91

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Quarter Ended June 30, 2023

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

(Non-GAAP) (2)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

425

$

$

27

$

452

Industrial Solutions

150

8

22

180

Communications Solutions

55

1

4

60

Total 

$

630

$

9

$

53

$

692

Operating margin

15.8

%

17.3

%

Income tax expense

$

(96)

$

(2)

$

(27)

$

(125)

Effective tax rate

15.4

%

18.2

%

Income from continuing operations

$

528

$

7

$

26

$

561

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

1.67

$

0.02

$

0.08

$

1.77

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Nine Months Ended June 28, 2024

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

Tax Items (2)

(Non-GAAP) (3)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

1,443

$

$

25

$

3

$

1,471

Industrial Solutions

451

15

32

1

499

Communications Solutions

251

1

10

262

Total 

$

2,145

$

16

$

67

$

4

$

2,232

Operating margin

18.2

%

19.0

%

Income tax (expense) benefit

$

778

$

(2)

$

(7)

$

(1,254)

$

(485)

Effective tax rate

(36.4)

%

21.8

%

Income from continuing operations

$

2,918

$

14

$

60

$

(1,250)

$

1,742

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

9.41

$

0.05

$

0.19

$

(4.03)

$

5.62

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) Includes an $874 million net income tax benefit associated with a ten-year tax credit obtained by a Swiss subsidiary and a $262 million income tax benefit related to the revaluation of deferred tax assets as a result of a corporate tax rate increase in Switzerland. Also includes a $118 million income tax benefit associated with the tax impacts of a legal entity restructuring with related costs of $4 million recorded in selling, general, and administrative expenses for other non-income taxes.

(3) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Nine Months Ended June 30, 2023

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

(Non-GAAP) (2)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

1,040

$

2

$

179

$

1,221

Industrial Solutions

440

21

68

529

Communications Solutions

189

3

36

228

Total 

$

1,669

$

26

$

283

$

1,978

Operating margin

13.9

%

16.5

%

Income tax expense

$

(283)

$

(5)

$

(82)

$

(370)

Effective tax rate

17.3

%

19.0

%

Income from continuing operations

$

1,351

$

21

$

201

$

1,573

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

4.25

$

0.07

$

0.63

$

4.95

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Quarter Ended September 29, 2023

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

Tax Items (2)

(Non-GAAP) (3)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

411

$

1

$

32

$

$

444

Industrial Solutions

162

6

16

184

Communications Solutions

62

9

71

Total 

$

635

$

7

$

57

$

$

699

Operating margin

15.7

%

17.3

%

Income tax expense

$

(81)

$

(1)

$

(3)

$

(49)

$

(134)

Effective tax rate

12.8

%

19.2

%

Income from continuing operations

$

553

$

6

$

54

$

(49)

$

564

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

1.75

$

0.02

$

0.17

$

(0.16)

$

1.78

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) Represents income tax benefits associated with a decrease in the valuation allowance for certain tax loss and credit carryforwards.

(3) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

For the Year Ended September 29, 2023

(UNAUDITED)

Adjustments

Acquisition-

Restructuring

Related

and Other

Adjusted

U.S. GAAP

Charges (1)

Charges, Net (1)

Tax Items (2)

(Non-GAAP) (3)

($ in millions, except per share data)

Operating income:

Transportation Solutions

$

1,451

$

3

$

211

$

$

1,665

Industrial Solutions

602

27

84

713

Communications Solutions

251

3

45

299

Total 

$

2,304

$

33

$

340

$

$

2,677

Operating margin

14.4

%

16.7

%

Income tax expense

$

(364)

$

(6)

$

(85)

$

(49)

$

(504)

Effective tax rate

16.0

%

19.1

%

Income from continuing operations

$

1,904

$

27

$

255

$

(49)

$

2,137

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

6.01

$

0.09

$

0.80

$

(0.15)

$

6.74

(1) The tax effect of each non-GAAP adjustment is calculated based on the jurisdictions in which the expense (income) is incurred and the tax laws in effect for each such jurisdiction.

(2) Represents income tax benefits associated with a decrease in the valuation allowance for certain tax loss and credit carryforwards.

(3) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

RECONCILIATION OF FORWARD-LOOKING NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

TO FORWARD-LOOKING GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES

As of July 24, 2024

(UNAUDITED)

Outlook for

Quarter Ending

September 27,

2024

Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations

$

1.80

Restructuring and other charges, net

0.12

Acquisition-related charges

0.02

Adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations (1)

$

1.94

Net sales growth (decline)

(0.9)

%

Translation

1.4

(Acquisitions) divestitures, net

0.2

Organic net sales growth (1)

0.7

%

(1) See description of non-GAAP financial measures.

 

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Closer China-ASEAN cooperation boosts regional high-quality development

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NANNING, China, Sept. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from Beijing Review:

Viet Nam’s aromatic Trung Nguyen coffee, Malaysia’s Musang King durian, Thailand’s fragrant jasmine rice and Laos’ refreshing beer—what do they all have in common?

The answer is they’ve all made an entrance into the vast Chinese market through the China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO), earning rave reviews from delighted consumers.

On September 24, the 21st CAEXPO and China-ASEAN Business and Investment Summit kicked off in Nanning, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region. Like a foodie’s fantasy come true and a business bonanza wrapped into one, the expo promised not just to tantalize taste buds but also to turbocharge trade ties between China and its Southeast Asian neighbors.

In addressing the opening ceremony, Chinese Vice Premier Ding Xuexiang said interactions between China and ASEAN have served as the most successful and dynamic model of cooperation in the Asia-Pacific region, and are a vivid example of the building of a community with a shared future for humanity.

Along with the flourishing ties, the expo has become an important supplement to the 10 Plus One cooperation framework between China and ASEAN, providing strong support for regional high-quality development, Luo Yongkun, Deputy Director of the Institute of Southeast Asia and Oceania Studies at the China Institutes of Contemporary International Relations, told Beijing Review.

The expo has been standing as a testament to the enduring friendship, cooperation and shared prosperity between China and ASEAN countries over the years, Kao Kim Hourn, Secretary General of ASEAN, said at the opening ceremony, adding that since its inception in 2004, the event has evolved into an important platform for dialogue, cooperation and development, covering sectors such as infrastructure, agriculture, technology, education and tourism.

China considers ASEAN a priority in its neighborhood diplomacy and a key region in high-quality Belt and Road cooperation,” Ding said. “ASEAN countries, on their part, see in China a trustworthy and close partner.”

The shared values of peace, cooperation and mutual respect between China and ASEAN form the foundation of their partnership, Vongsey Vissoth, Deputy Prime Minister of Cambodia, said, adding he believes that the two sides can achieve more fruitful results through their cooperation in trade and economy, with the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area bringing new opportunities.

China has been ASEAN’s largest trading partner for 15 consecutive years, while ASEAN has been China’s top trading partner since 2020. The cumulative two-way investment has exceeded $400 billion, according to China’s Ministry of Commerce.

The CAEXPO has made important contributions to the economic integration between ASEAN and China, facilitating investment flows and cross-border economic opportunities, laying the foundation for building a more connected, resilient and dynamic region, Kao said.

In 2010, the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area was officially launched, opening a channel for ASEAN enterprises to gain more efficient and convenient access to the Chinese market.

China’s Vice Minister of Commerce Li Fei said mutually beneficial cooperation between China and ASEAN countries has reached new levels.

Bilateral economic and trade cooperation has continued to upgrade over the years, with positive progress achieved in negotiations for version 3.0 of the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area, he added.

As early as 2015, China and ASEAN initiated the construction of the China-ASEAN Information Harbor to cultivate new drivers of economic development. Today, nearly 20 projects across nine ASEAN countries in fields such as digital government, digital industries and new communications have been conducted under the framework, Luo said.

“We need to leverage the harbor to promote digital connectivity and information sharing, and work for a digital Silk Road,” Ding said in his speech.

At this year’s CAEXPO, a new section was conducted to highlight strategic emerging industries, showcasing the latest progresses and technologies in fields such as digital technology, new energy and intelligent connected vehicles.

Leading Chinese green technology companies are also working closely with ASEAN enterprises and investing in new facilities to produce innovative and locally adapted products, contributing to ASEAN’s green transition.

The ongoing efforts to advance the China-ASEAN Free Trade Area 3.0 will lead to a broader opening up in investment and services trade, Lei Xiaohua, a researcher with the Southeast Asia Research Institute at the Guangxi Academy of Social Sciences, said, adding that the CAEXPO will be endowed with a new mission in future regional industrial and supply chain cooperation.

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American Solar Energy Society Launches National Solar Tour App for Attendees

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BOULDER, Colo., Sept. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) has launched the brand-new National Solar Tour App, now available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. This cutting-edge app is designed to enhance the experience for attendees of the National Solar Tour, providing a streamlined way to explore and engage with solar and other clean energy installations and sustainable technologies across the country.

The National Solar Tour is the largest grassroots solar event in the United States, connecting thousands of people to learn about solar energy and sustainable solutions from those who live and work with it every day. The showcase weekend traditionally takes place the first weekend in October but is held virtually throughout the year. The new app will make attending the tour even more accessible and interactive for clean energy enthusiasts wanting to learn more about solar energy.

Key Features of the National Solar Tour App:

Interactive Map: Easily browse the ASES National Solar Tour map to find examples of the many types of solar energy and other energy-saving technology near you.RSVP to In-Person Tours: Conveniently RSVP to in-person events and plan your tour stops.Seamless Navigation: Effortlessly navigate to tour sites using your favorite maps app.

“This app opens new doors for clean energy supporters to connect with solar innovations firsthand,” says Carly Rixham, Executive Director of the American Solar Energy Society. “It’s designed to create an engaging experience for tour attendees and make the discovery of local solar projects even more accessible and exciting.”

The app is only intended for National Solar Tour attendees. Tour hosts should continue managing their site and event listings through the existing web portal at map.nationalsolartour.org.

Whether you’re a homeowner curious about installing solar panels or a business interested in adopting clean energy solutions, the National Solar Tour App will guide you to events and installations that inspire sustainable action.

Download the App Today:

Apple App Store: Download for iOSGoogle Play Store: Download for Android

For more information, visit nationalsolartour.org and follow us on social media for updates. The main showcase weekend is October 4-6, but tours take place all throughout the year and can be found on the National Solar Tour Map.

About American Solar Energy Society
The American Solar Energy Society (ASES) is a leading nonprofit advocating for sustainable living and 100% renewable energy. Since 1954, ASES has worked to accelerate the transition to a renewable energy economy through education, policy advocacy, and community events, including the annual National Solar Tour, annual National Solar Conference, and Solar Today Magazine.

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303-443-3130
Website: https://www.ases.org

 

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DIGITIMES Asia: Qualcomm circles Intel for takeover: biting off more than it can chew?

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TAIPEI, Sept. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Wall Street Journal reported that Qualcomm has approached Intel for a potential takeover, a story later verified by CNBC. While the news initially sparked a 3% rally in Intel’s share price, significant doubts remain about the feasibility of such a deal.

According to the news report from the technology-focused media DIGITIMES Asia, a takeover could offer strategic value for Qualcomm, but the complexities of acquiring a company of Intel’s size and stature raise numerous questions. Here are the key challenges Qualcomm would need to overcome to make the deal successful:

Regulatory approval

One of the most significant obstacles is likely to be regulatory scrutiny. Given Intel’s size and market position in the semiconductor industry, antitrust authorities in multiple jurisdictions would carefully evaluate any acquisition. Concerns about market monopolization could lead to regulatory pushback or even prevent the merger altogether.

The semiconductor industry is heavily regulated, and any significant changes to the structure or operations of Intel’s foundry could attract scrutiny from antitrust authorities. Qualcomm would need to ensure that any divestitures or restructuring do not violate competition laws, particularly given Intel’s prominent position in the market.

Some argue that Qualcomm’s takeover bid could survive the competition law review because Intel is facing financial difficulties, and the two companies do not compete in the same market spaces, except for PC CPUs. However, the deal would still need to go through reviews in other countries, including China, whose passive disapproval led to the failure of Intel’s acquisition of Tower Semiconductor.

Intel’s internal resistance

Intel’s management may resist a takeover, particularly if they believe the company can turn its fortunes around independently. Qualcomm’s bid could face significant challenges if Intel’s leadership does not support the acquisition or sees it as strategically disadvantageous.

Market reaction, stakeholder support, and existing industry relationships

The success of a bid often relies on the reactions of shareholders and market stakeholders. If Intel’s shareholders see more value in maintaining independence or if there is skepticism about the strategic fit of Qualcomm acquiring Intel, this could lead to difficulties in securing the necessary support for the acquisition.

Qualcomm may need to navigate Intel’s existing relationships with its customers, partners, and suppliers, especially if those entities are concerned about the implications of a takeover.

For example, Intel’s foundry business may have existing contracts with third-party clients, including the recently announced AWS deal. If Qualcomm decides to scale back or eliminate this segment, it could lead to legal disputes or loss of revenue from already established contracts, impacting Qualcomm’s cash flow.

Financial viability

Qualcomm would need to ensure that it has the financial resources to make a competitive bid for Intel while also addressing any existing debts or liabilities Intel carries. According to Qualcomm’s financial report for the third quarter of its fiscal 2024, the three months to June 23, the company had only US$7.8 billion in cash and cash equivalents at its disposal and just over US$23 billion in total assets.

With Intel’s market value around US$93 billion, a stock-for-stock transaction is most likely for the takeover. However, Qualcomm would have to convince investors and financial institutions of the potential profitability of the acquisition, considering Intel’s financial struggles with its foundry business.

Strategic and operational alignment

The takeover offers Qualcomm numerous benefits, including a vast portfolio of intellectual properties (IPs), a significant market share in the PC chip market, and an accelerated entry into edge AI computing, a promising area for future growth.

However, merging two large organizations with distinct cultures and operational methods always presents significant challenges. Qualcomm would need to develop a comprehensive integration plan to address potential disruptions and ensure a smooth transition.

While Qualcomm’s bid to acquire Intel could theoretically provide a significant advantage in the competitive semiconductor landscape, several formidable challenges stand in the way. The success of the takeover would depend on a favorable regulatory environment, the response of Intel’s management and shareholders, solid financial backing, and a well-defined strategy that highlights the expected benefits of the consolidation.

Given the complexities involved, predicting whether Qualcomm’s bid would succeed is challenging, and it could ultimately require careful negotiation, strategic planning, and a willingness to adapt to the responses of various stakeholders.

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