BD Announces Results For 2014 Third Fiscal Quarter

FRANKLIN LAKES, N.J., July 31, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) (NYSE: BDX), a leading global medical technology company, today reported quarterly revenues of $2.157 billion for the third fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2014, representing an increase of 5.1 percent from the prior-year period, or 4.6 percent on a foreign currency-neutral basis.

"We are pleased with our solid third quarter results, with each of our segments contributing to growth," said Vincent A. Forlenza, Chairman, CEO and President. "Our consistent performance demonstrates that our strategy remains sound in this dynamic healthcare environment."

Third Quarter and Nine-Month Fiscal 2014 Operating Results
Reported diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the third quarter were $1.65 compared with $1.47 in the prior-year period, representing a 12.2 percent increase. On a foreign currency-neutral basis, diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the third quarter increased by 10.9 percent. Current quarter results include a pre-tax charge within R&D of $9 million, or $0.03 diluted earnings per share from continuing operations, relating to program asset write-offs and obligations. Results from the prior-year period included a charge of $22 million, or $0.07 per share from continuing operations, associated with an antitrust class action settlement. Excluding the impact of these items, adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $1.68 compared with $1.54 in the prior-year period. This represents an increase of 9.1 percent, or 7.8 percent on a currency-neutral basis.

For the nine-month period ending June 30, 2014, diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $4.47, compared with $4.21 in the prior-year period. This represents growth of 6.2 percent, or 10.0 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Excluding the current quarter charge associated with the R&D program termination and the antitrust class action settlement charge in the prior year's quarter, as well as other items detailed in the accompanying reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures, adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the nine-month period ending June 30, 2014 were $4.57 compared with $4.28 in the prior-year period. This represents an increase of 6.8 percent, or 10.5 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Excluding the first quarter incremental impact of the medical device excise tax, which went into effect in January 2013 under the U.S. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations were $4.62 compared with $4.28 in the prior-year period.  This represents growth of 7.9 percent, or 11.7 percent on a currency-neutral basis.

Segment Results
In the BD Medical segment, worldwide revenues for the quarter were $1.201 billion, representing an increase of 5.3 percent compared with the prior-year period, or an increase of 4.7 percent on a foreign currency-neutral basis. The segment's revenue growth was primarily driven by strong sales in Medical Surgical Systems. For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2014, BD Medical revenues increased 6.1 percent, or 6.4 percent on a currency-neutral basis.

In the BD Diagnostics segment, worldwide revenues for the quarter were $679 million, representing an increase of 3.7 percent on both a reported and foreign currency-neutral basis compared with the prior-year period. Strong growth in the Preanalytical Systems unit were partially offset by ongoing softness in Women's Health and Cancer in the U.S.  For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2014, BD Diagnostics revenues increased 2.0 percent, or 3.0 percent on a currency-neutral basis.

In the BD Biosciences segment, worldwide revenues for the quarter were $277 million, representing an increase of 7.7 percent compared with the prior-year period, or an increase of 6.6 percent on a foreign currency-neutral basis. The segment's growth was driven by solid instrument placements and a favorable comparison to the prior year. For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2014, BD Biosciences revenues increased 7.1 percent, or 7.6 percent on a currency-neutral basis.

Geographic Results
Third quarter revenues in the U.S. of $871 million represent an increase of 2.8 percent over the prior-year period. Revenues outside of the U.S. were $1.286 billion, representing an increase of 6.7 percent compared with the prior-year period, or an increase of 6.0 percent on a foreign currency-neutral basis. International revenues reflected continued strength in emerging markets and sales of safety-engineered products.

For the nine-month period ended June 30, 2014, revenues in the U.S. were $2.546 billion, representing an increase of 1.8 percent compared with the prior-year period. Revenues outside of the U.S. were $3.698 billion, representing an increase of 7.1 percent when compared with the prior-year period, or 8.1 percent on a foreign currency-neutral basis.

Fiscal 2014 Outlook for Full Year  
The Company reaffirms its previously communicated currency-neutral revenue guidance range of 4.5 to 5.0 percent. On a reported basis, the Company expects revenue growth of 4.0 to 4.5 percent. The Company is also reaffirming its previous guidance for diluted earnings per share from continuing operations for the full fiscal year to be between $6.22 and $6.25 excluding the impact of the previously aforementioned adjustments. On a reported basis, earnings per share for the full fiscal year 2014 are expected to be between $6.12 and $6.15. This represents growth of 7.0 to 7.5 percent over 2013 adjusted diluted earnings per share of $5.81.  On a foreign currency-neutral basis, adjusted diluted earnings per share growth is expected to be between 10.0 to 10.5 percent, or 11.0 to 11.5 percent excluding the incremental impact of the medical device tax.  The Company plans to complete the repurchase, subject to market conditions, of  $450 million of its common stock for fiscal year 2014.  

Conference Call Information
A conference call regarding BD's third quarter results will be broadcast live on BD's website, www.bd.com/investors, along with related slides, at 8:00 a.m. (ET) Thursday, July 31, 2014.  The conference call will be available for replay on BD's website, www.bd.com/investors, or at 1-800-585-8367 (domestic) and 1-404-537-3406 (international) through the close of business on Thursday, August 7^th, 2014, confirmation number 69111053.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures/Financial Tables
This news release contains certain non-GAAP financial measures.  Reconciliations of these and other non-GAAP measures to the comparable GAAP measures are included in the attached financial tables.  Within the attached financial tables presented, certain columns and rows may not add due to the use of rounded numbers.  Percentages and earnings per share amounts presented are calculated from the underlying amounts.

About BD
BD is a leading medical technology company that partners with customers and stakeholders to address many of the world's most pressing and evolving health needs. Our innovative solutions are focused on improving drug delivery, enhancing the diagnosis of infectious diseases and cancers, supporting the management of diabetes and advancing cellular research. We are nearly 30,000 associates in 50 countries who strive to fulfill our purpose of "Helping all people live healthy lives" by advancing the quality, accessibility, safety and affordability of healthcare around the world. For more information, please visit www.bd.com.

This press release, including the section entitled "Fiscal 2014 Outlook for Full Year", contains certain estimates and other forward-looking statements (as defined under Federal securities laws) regarding BD's performance, including future revenues and earnings per share.  All such statements are based upon current expectations of BD and involve a number of business risks and uncertainties.  Actual results could vary materially from anticipated results described, implied or projected in any forward-looking statement.  With respect to forward-looking statements contained herein, a number of factors could cause actual results to vary materially from any forward-looking statement.  These factors include, but are not limited to: potential cuts in healthcare spending by the U.S. government as part of deficit reduction measures which could result in reduced demand for our product or downward pricing pressure; the unknown consequences of healthcare reform in the United States, including the impact of the reduction in Medicare and Medicaid payments to hospitals, pharmaceutical companies and other customers, which could reduce demand for our products and increase downward pricing pressure; adverse changes in regional, national or foreign economic conditions, including any impact that may result from the current global economic conditions on our ability to access credit markets and finance our operations, the demand for our products and services as a result of reduced government funding, lower utilization rates or otherwise, or our suppliers' ability to provide products needed for our operations; changes in interest or foreign currency exchange rates; our ability to successfully integrate any businesses we acquire; the adverse impact of cyber-attacks on our information systems; competitive factors; pricing and market pressures; difficulties inherent in product development and delays in product introductions; increases in energy costs and their effect on, among other things, the cost of producing BD's products; fluctuations in costs and availability of raw materials and in BD's ability to maintain favorable supplier arrangements and relationships; new or changing laws impacting our business or changes in enforcement practices with respect to such laws; uncertainties of litigation (as described in BD's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission); future healthcare reform, including changes in government pricing and reimbursement policies or other cost containment reforms; the effects of potential pandemic diseases; and issuance of new or revised accounting standards, as well as other factors discussed in BD's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  We do not intend to update any forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof except as required by applicable laws or regulations.