BorgWarner Reports Strong EPS Growth of 59% in the First Quarter on 35% Higher Sales

AUBURN HILLS, Mich., April 28, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) today reported first quarter 2011 U.S. GAAP earnings of $1.00 per diluted share, 58.7% higher than a year ago and a new record for the company.  Sales were up 34.5% from first quarter 2010, significantly higher than global vehicle production growth of approximately 5%.

First Quarter Results Highlights:

• Record sales of $1,730.4 million, up 34.5% from first quarter 2010.
• Record earnings of $1.00 per diluted share, up 58.7% from $0.63 per diluted share in first quarter 2010.
• Operating income of $179.3 million, or 10.4% of sales.

Company Highlights:

• Reiterated 2011 earnings guidance of $3.85 to $4.15 per diluted share.
• Repurchased approximately 2.5 million shares of its common stock.
• Acquired Haldex Traction Systems, a leader in advanced front-wheel drive ("FWD"), all-wheel drive ("AWD") technology, in January.

First Quarter Performance:  "We began 2011 with a strong first quarter," said Timothy Manganello, Chairman and CEO of BorgWarner. "Growing demand for our advanced powertrain technology enabled us to grow significantly faster than the market. Excluding the impact of currency and sales related to the Haldex and ENSA acquisitions, our sales were up approximately 26% in the first quarter, compared with a global market that grew only 5%. We successfully managed costs while growing our sales during the quarter resulting in a solid operating income margin of 10.4%. Earnings of $1.00 per diluted share in first quarter 2011 were a significant improvement from the same period a year ago."

2011 Outlook:  Today the company reiterated its 2011 earnings guidance range of $3.85 to $4.15 per diluted share. Revenue growth in 2011 is now expected to be 19% to 23% compared with 2010, up from the previous guidance range of 16% to 20%, primarily due to the Haldex Traction Systems acquisition that closed in January. The acquisition is expected to have minimal impact on 2011 earnings as purchase accounting adjustments will likely offset most of the operating income generated by the business.

"Clearly there is great deal of concern regarding the disasters in Japan and their impact on the global automotive market," Manganello said.  "While uncertainty remains, we expect that the impact on our business will be limited. Vehicle demand remains strong in our largest markets and should offset the volume declines in Japan."

Financial Results:  Sales were $1,730.4 million in first quarter 2011, up 34.5% from $1,286.8 million in first quarter 2010.  Net earnings in the quarter were $124.5 million, or $1.00 per diluted share, compared with $76.2 million, or $0.63 per diluted share, in first quarter 2010. First quarter 2010 net earnings included a non-recurring item of $(0.02) per diluted share. This item is listed in a table below as a reconciliation of a non-U.S. GAAP measure, which is provided by the company for comparison with other results, and the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measure.  The impact of foreign currencies in first quarter 2011, primarily the Japanese Yen and the Chinese Renminbi, increased sales by $6.1 million, while the impact on net earnings was $0.02 per diluted share.

The following table reconciles the company's non-U.S. GAAP measures included in the press release, which are provided for comparison with other results, and the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measures:

Net cash used in operating activities was $41.4 million in first quarter 2011 compared with net cash provided by operating activities of $64.1 million in first quarter 2010.  Investments in capital expenditures, including tooling outlays, totaled $70.2 million in first quarter 2011, compared with $55.3 million in first quarter 2010.  Balance sheet debt increased by $255.3 million and cash on hand decreased by $227.0 million compared with the end of 2010, primarily due to the Haldex acquisition and share repurchases. The ratio of balance sheet debt net of cash to capital was 34.0% at the end of first quarter 2011 compared with 24.0% at the end of 2010.

Engine Group Results:  Engine segment net sales were $1,249.4 million in first quarter 2011, up 37.9% from $906.0 million in the prior year's quarter as a result of strong global sales growth in nearly all major product groups and the Dytech ENSA acquisition. The impact of currency in the quarter was negligible.  Adjusted earnings before interest, income taxes and non-controlling interest were $186.1 million, up 74.4% from $106.7 million in first quarter 2010.

Drivetrain Group Results:  Drivetrain segment net sales were $486.4 million in first quarter 2011, up 26.1% from $385.8 million in the prior year's quarter as a result of strong four-wheel drive system sales in Asia, higher dual clutch transmission module sales in Europe, higher traditional automatic transmission component sales around the world and the Haldex Traction Systems acquisition. The impact of currency in the quarter was negligible. Adjusted earnings before interest, income taxes and non-controlling interest were $32.0 million, down 12.8% from $36.7 million in first quarter 2010, primarily due to transaction costs related to the Haldex acquisition, increased research and development expenses, and operational inefficiencies in its European operations.

Recent Highlights:

• BorgWarner announced that it will donate $100,000 to the Red Cross toward disaster relief for the survivors of the recent earthquake and tsunami disasters in Japan. In addition, the company matched all donations to the cause from its employees around the world.
• The company acquired Haldex Traction Systems, a leader in advanced front-wheel drive ("FWD"), all-wheel drive ("AWD") technology. The move is expected to accelerate BorgWarner's growth in the global AWD market as it continues to shift toward FWD-based vehicles.
• BorgWarner supplies its latest variable cam timing technology for two new Subaru boxer engines. The 2.5-liter engine features our award-winning Cam Torque Actuated ("CTA") technology and, compared with previous models, improves fuel economy 4% to 6%. The 2.0-liter engine introduces our CTA technology with a new mid-position lock, which was a finalist in the 2011 PACE Awards. It allows more precise control of valve timing for up to 10% better fuel economy. Both engines meet U.S. Super Ultra Low Emissions Vehicle and Euro 5 emissions standards.
• The company supplies its latest B-series generation turbochargers for the newly developed DEUTZ 6.1-liter six-cylinder heavy-duty diesel engine, used in the agricultural machinery segment with start of production in January 2011. In addition to providing outstanding performance, the optimized turbocharging system significantly boosts fuel economy, lowers emissions and helps comply with the stringent Tier 4 Interim emissions standard. DEUTZ, one of the largest independent manufacturers of diesel engines, will supply its fuel-efficient TCD 6.1 L6 engine to several of its customers.

At 9:30 a.m. ET today, a brief conference call concerning first quarter results will be webcast at: http://www.borgwarner.com/en/Investors/Webcasts/default.aspx.

Auburn Hills, Michigan-based BorgWarner Inc. (NYSE: BWA) is a product leader in highly engineered components and systems for vehicle powertrain applications worldwide. The Company operates manufacturing and technical facilities in 59 locations in 19 countries. Customers include VW/Audi, Ford, Toyota, Renault/Nissan, General Motors, Hyundai/Kia, Daimler, Chrysler, Fiat, BMW, Honda, John Deere, PSA, and MAN. The Internet address for BorgWarner is: http://www.borgwarner.com  

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SOURCE BorgWarner Inc.