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Universal Travel Group Announces Third Quarter 2009 Results
Third Quarter 2009 Highlights
-- Revenue increased 48.6% year-over-year to $29.8 million
-- Gross profit increased 40.5% year-over-year to $10.0 million
-- Gross margin was 33.6%, compared to 35.5% in the same period of 2008
-- GAAP income from operations increased 33.3% year-over-year to
$7.4 million
-- Adjusted income from operations, which excludes the effect of
non-cash charges related to the change in fair value of derivative
liabilities of $0.85 million and stock-based compensation of
$0.31 million, increased 38.8% year-over-year to $7.7 million(*)
-- GAAP net income from continuing operations increased 8.8% to
$4.7 million or $0.31 per diluted share
-- Adjusted net income from continuing operations, which excludes the
effect of the aforesaid non-cash charges, was $5.9 million, or $0.38
per diluted share, an increase of 35.5% compared to $4.3 million, or
$0.35 per diluted share, in the same period of 2008(*)
"Universal Travel Group had a strong third quarter with steady growth in
all three business segments," said Ms.
Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results
Revenue for the three months ended
Revenue from air-ticketing was
Revenue generated by the Company's hotel reservation segment was
Revenue generated by package tours was
Gross profit was
Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses totaled
Income from operations increased 33.3% to
Net income from continuing operations was
Nine Month Results
Revenue for the nine months ended
Gross profit was
SG&A expenses totaled
Income from operations increased 68.3% to
Excluding this non-cash charge, the Company's adjusted income from
operations would be
Net income from continuing operations was
Excluding these non-cash charges, adjusted net income from continuing
operations would be
(*) See Table 1 for a reconciliation of operating income, net income
and EPS to exclude non-cash charges related to the change in fair
value of derivative liabilities and stock-based compensation.
Financial Condition
Cash and cash equivalents were
Recent Developments
-- Together with the recent business expansion and establishment of its
second home base in Chongqing, Universal Travel Group has expanded
operations at its Shenzhen headquarters and moved to a new office
building on October 4, 2009.
-- Achieved key business milestones regarding the Company's Chongqing
expansion strategy.
-- Formed a strategic partnership with China Telecom to rollout an
additional 100 TRIPEASY Kiosks equipped with China Telecom's 3G
services.
-- Entered into a number of strategic partnerships with regional travel
agencies in tier-two cities, many of which are premier travel
destinations with rich tourism resources and under-penetrated local
travel markets. Under these agreements, Universal Travel Group is able
to expand its position in the package tour segment, improve the
standard of service offered to its customers, expand its customer base
in fast-growing cities, and enjoy attractive pricing.
-- Universal Travel Group was awarded one of the top ten brands of travel
services in the Fifth Annual Consumer Trust Survey in 2009.
Business Outlook
The Company's business in the Pearl River Delta region continues to grow
and its expansion into the Chongqing Delta region is on track. The Company has
formed partnerships with 50 travel agencies in
Ms. Jiang concluded, "We remain optimistic about our business prospects
due to the continuing positive trends in the travel and leisure industry in
Fiscal Year 2009 Guidance
For the full year 2009, Universal Travel Group expects sales to increase
from
The Company also expects net income to rise from
Use of Adjusted Financial Measures
GAAP results for the three months ended
Conference Call Information
The Company will host a conference call at
If you are unable to participate in the call at this time, a replay will
be available for 14 days starting on
About Universal Travel Group
Universal Travel Group, a growing travel services provider in
Safe Harbor Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995
This press release contains certain statements that may include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities laws. All statements, other than statements of historical facts, included herein are "forward-looking statements." Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, they do involve assumptions, risks and uncertainties, and these expectations may prove to be incorrect. 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 the Company's ability to successfully expand its market presence and those discussed in the Company's periodic reports that are filed with and available from the Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements attributable to the Company or 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.
For further information, please contact:
Company Contact:
Universal Travel Group
Mr. Jing Xie
Secretary of Board and Vice President
Phone: +86-755-8366-8489
Email: 06@cnutg.cn
Web: http://us.cnutg.com
Investor Relations Contact:
CCG Investor Relations
Mr. Athan Dounis, Account Manager
Phone: 1-646-213-1916
Email: athan.dounis@ccgir.com
Mr. Crocker Coulson, President
Phone: 1-646-213-1915
Email: crocker.coulson@ccgir.com
Web: http://www.ccgirasia.com
Universal Travel Group
RECONCILIATION OF ADJUSTED FINANCIAL MEASURES
FOR THE THREE MONTHS AND NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 AND 2008
Three Months Ended Three Months Ended
September 30, 2009 September 30, 2008
GAAP income from ops. $7,433,334 $5,576,294
Stock Based Compensation 306,432 0
Adjusted operating income $7,739,766 $5,576,294
Net Income Diluted Diluted
EPS Net Income EPS
GAAP net income cont. ops. $4,712,905 $0.31 $4,331,140 $0.35
Stock Based Compensation 306,432 0.02 0 0.00
Loss in fair value of derivative
securities 847,754 0.05 0 0.00
Adjusted net income cont. ops. $5,867,091 $0.38 $4,331,140 $0.35
Weighted average shares
outstanding - diluted 15,445,350 12,362,271
Nine Months Ended Nine Months Ended
September 30, 2009 September 30, 2008
GAAP income from ops. $16,637,120 $9,887,784
Stock Based Compensation 802,157 155,802
Adjusted operating income $17,439,277 $10,043,586
Net Income Diluted Diluted
EPS Net Income EPS
GAAP net income cont. ops. $6,102,040 $0.41 $7,589,376 $0.61
Stock Based Compensation 802,157 0.05 155,802 0.01
Loss in fair value of derivative
securities 6,553,971 0.44 0 0.00
Adjusted net income cont. ops. $13,458,168 $0.90 $7,745,178 $0.63
Weighted average shares
outstanding - diluted 14,890,318 12,362,271
UNIVERSAL TRAVEL GROUP
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 AND DECEMBER 31, 2008
SEPTEMBER 30, DECEMBER 31,
2009 2008
(Unaudited)
Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $23,492,115 $15,720,182
Accounts receivable, net 15,145,415 8,991,849
Other receivables and deposits, net 113,840 62,547
Trade deposit 5,988,623 6,571,164
Advances 439,475 438,468
Escrow deposits -- 762,800
Prepaid expenses 185,558 312,409
Note receivable 2,174,260 --
Current assets held of discontinued
operations -- 2,459,777
Total Current Assets 47,539,286 35,319,196
Property and equipment, net 3,545,238 242,648
Intangible assets 397,251 307,335
Goodwill 9,896,270 9,896,270
Non-current assets held of
discontinued operations -- 3,661,231
13,838,759 14,107,484
Total Assets $61,378,045 $49,426,680
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses $3,733,125 $1,691,689
Customer deposits 1,433,262 1,039,942
Income tax payable 1,652,473 1,731,246
Current liabilities held of
discontinued operations -- 562,931
Total Current Liabilities 6,818,860 5,025,808
Derivative liability 4,710,798 --
Total liabilities 11,529,658 5,025,808
Stockholders' Equity
Common stock, $.001 par value,
70,000,000 shares authorized,
13,812,545 and 13,873,969 shares
issued and outstanding at
September 30, 2009 and December 31,
2008, respectively 13,812 13,873
Additional paid in capital 15,198,351 15,861,116
Other comprehensive income 1,584,310 1,520,166
Statutory reserve 372,144 372,144
Retained earnings 32,679,770 26,633,573
Total Stockholders' Equity 49,848,387 44,400,872
Total Liabilities and Stockholders'
Equity $61,378,045 $49,426,680
UNIVERSAL TRAVEL GROUP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
FOR THE THREE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
(UNAUDITED)
2009 2008
Revenues $29,784,918 $20,049,313
Cost of services 19,778,607 12,927,780
Gross Profit 10,006,311 7,121,533
Selling, general and administrative
expenses 2,572,977 1,545,239
Income from operations 7,433,334 5,576,294
Other Income (Expense)
Other income 2,459 1,485
Loss on change in fair value of
derivative liabilities (847,754) --
Interest income 15,909 9,751
Interest expense -- (13,522)
Total Other (Expense) (829,386) (22,867)
Income before income taxes -
continuing operations 6,603,948 5,574,008
Provision for income taxes (1,891,043) (1,242,868)
Income from continuing operations $4,712,905 $4,331,140
Income from discontinued operations -- 297,187
Net Income $4,712,905 $4,628,327
Comprehensive Income
Net Income $4,712,905 $4,628,327
Foreign currency translation gains 15,557 157,299
Total Comprehensive income $4,728,462 $4,785,626
Income per common share from
continuing operations
Basic $0.34 $0.35
Diluted $0.31 $0.35
Income per common share -
discontinued operations
Basic $-- $0.02
Diluted $-- $0.02
Net income per common share
Basic $0.34 $0.37
Dilute $0.31 $0.37
Weighted average common shares
outstanding
Basic 13,739,880 12,306,715
Diluted 15,445,350 12,362,271
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
(UNAUDITED)
2009 2008
Revenues $63,701,070 $38,804,665
Cost of services 41,393,256 25,814,030
Gross Profit 22,307,814 12,990,635
Selling, general and administrative
expenses 5,670,694 3,102,851
Income from operations 16,637,120 9,887,784
Other Income (Expense)
Loss on disposal of assets -- (1,104)
Other income 8,879 9,863
Loss on change of fair value of
derivative liabilities (6,553,971) --
Interest income 39,206 21,473
Interest expense -- (78,526)
Total Other (Expense) (6,505,886) (48,294)
Income before income taxes -
continuing operations 10,131,234 9,839,490
Provision for income taxes (4,029,194) (2,250,114)
Income from continuing operations 6,102,040 $7,589,376
Income from discontinued operations 177,975 616,508
Loss on disposition of discontinued
operations (770,595) --
Income (loss) from discontinued
operation (592,620) 616,508
Net Income $5,509,420 $8,205,884
Comprehensive Income
Net Income $5,509,420 $8,205,884
Foreign currency translation gains 64,144 728,701
Total Comprehensive income $5,573,564 $8,934,585
Income per common share from
continuing operations
Basic $0.44 $0.62
Diluted $0.41 $0.61
Income (loss) per common share from
discontinued operations
Basic $(0.04) $0.05
Diluted $(0.04) $0.05
Net income per common share
Basic $0.40 $0.67
Dilute $0.37 $0.66
Weighted average common shares
outstanding
Basic 13,828,739 12,306,715
Diluted 14,890,318 12,362,271
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30,
(UNAUDITED)
2009 2008
Restated
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net Income $5,509,420 $8,205,884
Add (deduct):
Loss (income) from discontinued
operations 592,620 (616,508)
Income from continuing operations 6,102,040 7,589,376
Adjustments to reconcile net income
to net cash provided by
operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 422,628 49,850
Provision for doubtful accounts 13,961 7,175
Stock based compensation 802,157 155,802
Loss on change in fair value of
derivative liabilities 6,553,971 --
Loss on asset disposal -- 1,105
(Increase) / decrease in assets:
Accounts receivable (6,156,621) (3,349,639)
Other receivable (51,293) 1,093,233
Advances (1,007) 179,352
Due from shareholder -- 1,306,933
Prepaid expenses 126,851 (418,791)
Trade deposits 582,541 (1,964,100)
Escrow deposits 762,800 (762,800)
Increase / (decrease) in current
liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses 2,041,436 (1,812,486)
Customer deposits 393,320 57,184
Income tax payable (78,773) 544,722
Net cash provided by continuing
operations 11,514,011 2,676,916
Net cash provided by discontinued
operations 435,259 214,432
Net cash provided by operating
activities 11,949,270 2,891,348
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchase of property and equipment (3,627,267) (27,742)
Purchase of intangibles (187,810) --
Proceeds from collection of Notes 599,151 --
Proceeds from asset disposals -- 663
Acquisition deposits -- 1,453,050
Net cash (used in) provided by
continuing operations (3,215,926) 1,425,971
Net cash (used in) provided by
discontinued operations (1,035,125) --
Net cash (used in) provided by
Investing activities (4,251,051) 1,425,971
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Repayments of bank loan -- (1,288,554)
Proceeds of equity financing -- 7,712,494
Proceeds from warrants exercise 9,570 --
Note payable - others -- (1,576,750)
Net cash (used in) provided by
continuing operations 9,570 4,847,190
Net cash (used in) provided by
discontinued operations -- --
Net cash provided by financing
activities 9,570 4,847,190
Effect of exchange rate changes on
cash and cash equivalents 64,144 728,701
Net change in cash and cash
equivalents 7,771,933 9,893,210
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning
balance 15,720,182 2,671,684
Cash and cash equivalents, ending
balance $23,492,115 $12,564,894
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES:
Cash paid during the period for:
Interest payments -- $78,525
Income Taxes $4,164,214 $1,885,819
Net assets sold of discontinued
operations $1,659,292
Goodwill attributable to sold
discontinued operations 3,630,539
Notes received on disposition (2,773,411)
Fair value of Treasury stock received (2,780,950)
Loss on Disposition (770,595)
Net cash of discontinued operations $(1,035,125)
UNIVERSAL TRAVEL GROUP
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENT OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
FOR THE NINE MONTHS ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2009 AND THE YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31, 2008
Additional
Common Stock Paid In
Shares Amount Capital
Balance December 31, 2008 13,873,969 $13,873 $15,861,116
Cumulative effect of a change in
accounting principle-adoption of
Derivative and Hedging, ASC 815-40,
effective January 1, 2009 (2,091,738)
Foreign currency translation
adjustments
Stock-based compensation - Net of
warrants exercise 41,120 42 802,115
Fair value of Treasury Stock received
and retired (238,095) (239) (2,780,711)
Warrants exercised 132,251 133 3,398,002
Options exercised 3,300 3 9,567
Income for the nine months ended
September 30, 2009
Balance September 30, 2009 13,812,545 13,812 15,198,351
Balance December 31, 2007 12,270,326 $12,269 $8,626,075
Foreign currency translation
adjustments
Forfeited options (683,437)
Stock-based compensation 207,588
Equity financings 74,074 74 599,920
Equity financings 1,529,569 1,530 7,110,970
Income for the year ended December
31,
2008
Balance December 31, 2008 13,873,969 $13,873 $15,861,116
Other Total
Comprehensive Retained Statutory Stockholders'
Income Earnings Reserve Equity
Balance December 31,
2008 $1,520,166 $26,633,573 $372,144 $44,400,872
Cumulative effect of a
change in accounting
principle-adoption of
Derivative and Hedging,
ASC 815-40,
effective January 1,
2009 536,777 (1,554,961)
Foreign currency
translation adjustments 64,144 64,144
Stock-based compensation
- Net of warrants
exercise 802,157
Fair value of Treasury
Stock received
and retired (2,780,950)
Warrants exercised 3,398,135
Options exercised 9,570
Income for the nine
months ended
September 30, 2009 5,509,420 5,509,420
Balance September 30,
2009 1,584,310 32,679,770 372,144 49,848,387
Balance December 31,
2007 $545,164 $12,101,396 $372,144 $21,657,048
Foreign currency
translation adjustments 975,002 975,002
Forfeited options (683,437)
Stock-based compensation 207,588
Equity financings 599,994
Equity financings 7,112,500
Income for the year
ended December 31,
2008 14,532,177 14,532,177
Balance December 31,
2008 $1,520,166 $26,633,573 $372,144 $44,400,872
SOURCE Universal Travel Group
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