SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of Report (date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2007

UNIVERSAL ELECTRONICS INC.

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)		0-21044 (Commission File No.)		33-0204817 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

6101 Gateway Drive
Cypress, California 90630
(Address of principal executive offices, with Zip Code)

(714) 820-1000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code):

 

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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o Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act

 

 

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition

On May 3, 2007 Universal Electronics Inc. (“UEI”) is issuing a press release and holding a conference call regarding its financial results for the first quarter 2007. A copy of the press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.

Pursuant to General Instruction B2 of Form 8-K, the information contained in Exhibit 99.1 will be deemed furnished, and not “filed,” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or incorporated by reference in any filing under the Exchange Act or the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in any such filing.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits

(c) Exhibits. The following exhibit is furnished with this report.

     99.1 Press Release of Universal Electronics Inc. dated May 3, 2007.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

INDEX TO EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number		Description
99.1		Press Release dated May 3, 2007

Exhibit 99.1

Contacts: Paul Arling (UEI) 714.820.1000
Kirsten Chapman (IR Agency) 415.433.3777

Universal Electronics Reports Record First Quarter 2007 Financial Results
- Net Sales of $66.0 Million Grew 22% Compared to First Quarter 2006 -
- - Operating Income of 6.2 million Nearly Doubled Compared to First Quarter 2006 -

CYPRESS, CA — May 3, 2007 — Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI), (NASDAQ: UEIC) announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2007.

      “Our strong results demonstrate our long-standing strategy is aligned with current industry trends,” stated Paul Arling, the company’s chairman and chief executive officer. “We believe we are remarkably well-positioned to capitalize on the world-wide industry growth trends. The continued conversion from analog to digital and the HDTV and DVR hardware upgrade cycles are driving our sales. We reported record first quarter revenue of $66.0 million, reflecting growth across all facets of the business. Given first quarter record performance coupled with projected industry growth, we are increasing annual guidance today.”

First Quarter 2007 Financial Results Compared to First Quarter 2006

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Net sales were $66.0 million, compared to $54.2 million.

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The Business Category contributed 76 percent of the total revenue and the Consumer Category contributed 24 percent, compared to 79 percent and 21 percent for Business and Consumer Categories, respectively.

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Gross margins were 36.9 percent, compared to 34.1 percent, reflecting the shift in product mix.

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Operating income was $6.2 million, approximately double $3.1 million.

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Net income was $4.6 million, or $0.31 per diluted share, compared to $2.1 million, or $0.15 per diluted share.

Financial Outlook

     For the second quarter of 2007, revenue is expected to range between $67 million and $71 million, compared to $52.4 million in the second quarter of 2006. We expect Business Category sales to range from $55.5 million to $58.5 million and Consumer Category sales to range from $10.5 million to $13.5 million. Gross margins for the second quarter of 2007 are expected to be approximately 35.5 percent of sales plus or minus one point. GAAP earnings per diluted share, including approximately $650,000 of compensation expense relating to stock options, are expected to range from $0.28 to $0.32. This compares to $0.17 per diluted share in the second quarter of 2006.

 

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     For the full year 2007, total revenue is expected to range between $275 million and $285 million, reflecting growth of 17 percent to 21 percent over last year. Business Category revenue is now expected to range between $210 million and $220 million, with Consumer Category revenue expected to range between $60 million and $70 million. GAAP EPS is expected to be between $1.25 per diluted share and $1.35 per diluted share, compared to $0.94 per diluted share for 2006, representing 33 percent to 44 percent growth.

UEI’s Recent Highlights:

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NewWave Communications, Inc. selected UEI’s Active Support technical call center to handle the overflow of inbound video repair calls for its customers.

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Unveiled the seamless integration of NevoSL™ with the SpeakerCraft, Inc. MODE Jukebox music server, allowing all MODE Jukebox users to access music files and control functions using NevoSL.

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Launched Cricket ™ Kids Remote making home entertainment safer for children by using simple parental content control

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Unveiled the UEI remote extender product, designed to enhance home entertainment control by converting any existing infrared remote to a radio frequency remote.

•

Announced three collaborations:

	•		With VIZIO, Inc. to supply universal remote control solutions for its newest line of MAXIMVS large format plasma televisions;
	•		With iMerge ltd to integrate NevoSL and the iMerge S3000 SoundServer enabling complete audio/visual and digital media control for the networked home;
	•		With Denon Electronics, LLC to develop advanced remote controls for the new Denon receivers and home entertainment systems to be distributed globally in early 2007.

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UEI featured new remotes at the CES powered by Z-Wave® technology which provides one-touch control of the home environment.

Conference Call Information:
UEI’s management team will hold a conference call today, Thursday May 3, 2007 at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time to review quarter-end results and hold a question and answer session for callers. To participate call 1-800-622-9917 ten minutes prior to start time. International dialers call 1-706-645-0366. The live call can also be accessed via the Internet through Universal’s Web site at www.uei.com. If you are unable to participate, a replay will be available for two business days following the call. To access, please dial 1-800-642-1687 and international 706-645-9291, reservation number 5422366. The webcast replay will be available at www.uei.com.

About Universal Electronics
Founded in 1986, Universal Electronics Inc. (UEI) is the global leader in wireless control technology for the connected home. UEI designs, develops, and delivers innovative solutions that enable consumers to control entertainment devices, digital media, and home systems. The company’s broad portfolio of patented technologies and database of infrared control software have been adopted by many Fortune 500 companies in the consumer electronics, subscription broadcast, and computing industries. UEI sells and licenses wireless control products through distributors and retailers under the One For All^® brand name. UEI also delivers complete home control solutions in the professional custom installation market under the brand name Nevo^®, as well as software solutions for digital media control and enjoyment in the consumer and OEM markets under the brand SimpleCenter™.

 

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Safe Harbor Statement
Except for the historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Among the factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed herein are the following: the failure of the company to continue experiencing the increased demand for our products in connection with the continued conversion from analog to digital, HDTV upgrades, and the growth trends in DVR and HDTV and subscription broadcasting as we anticipate; the failure of the industry trends regarding termpering seasonality to materialize as believed by management; the growth of, acceptance of, and the demand for our products and technologies, including new products and our home connectivity line of products and software, including the NevoSL^TM and Z-Wave^® powered controller not materializing as we believe; the possible dilutive effect our stock based compensation programs may have on our EPS and stock price; our inability to deliver the new products and our home connectivity line of products and software at the time and in the quantities we anticipate; the relationships with our customers not expanding as we anticipate, including that as announced with respect to NewWave Communications, inc., VIZIO, Inc., iMerge ltd, and Denon Electronics, LLC; and other factors listed from time to time in our press releases and SEC filings. All forward looking statements included in this release are based upon information we have as of the date of this release and we undertake no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements in order to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this release.

- Tables Follow-

 
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UNIVERSAL ELECTRONICS INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands)
(Unaudited)

		March 31,				December 31,
		2007				2006
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents		$	78,213			$	66,075
Accounts receivable, net			50,934				51,867
Inventories, net			25,875				26,459
Prepaid expenses and other current assets			3,045				2,722
Income tax receivable			2,735				—
Deferred income taxes			3,024				3,069
Total current assets			163,826				150,192
Equipment, furniture and fixtures, net			6,044				5,899
Goodwill			10,668				10,644
Intangible assets, net			5,443				5,587
Other assets			231				221
Deferred income taxes			6,098				6,065
Total assets		$	192,310			$	178,608
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable		$	25,048			$	20,153
Accrued sales discounts/rebates			3,779				4,498
Accrued income taxes			—				4,483
Accrued compensation			3,787				7,430
Other accrued expenses			6,324				7,449
Total current liabilities			38,938				44,013
Deferred income taxes			1,114				103
Accrued income taxes			6,629				—
Other long term liabilities			258				275
Total liabilities			46,939				44,391
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock			178				175
Paid-in capital			100,556				94,733
Accumulated other comprehensive income			3,531				2,759
Retained earnings			72,981				68,514
Common stock held in treasury			(31,875	)			(31,964	)
Total stockholders’ equity			145,371				134,217
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity		$	192,310			$	178,608

 

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UNIVERSAL ELECTRONICS INC.
CONSOLIDATED INCOME STATEMENTS
(In thousands, except per share amounts)
(Unaudited)

		Three Months Ended
		March 31,
		2007				2006
Net sales		$	66,019			$	54,173
Cost of sales			41,678				35,685
Gross profit			24,341				18,488
Research and development			2,322				1,846
Selling, general and administrative expenses			15,833				13,512
Operating expenses			18,155				15,358
Operating income			6,186				3,130
Interest income, net			588				272
Other income (expense), net			94				(161	)
Income before income taxes			6,868				3,241
Provision for income taxes			(2,231	)			(1,105	)
Net income		$	4,637			$	2,136
Earnings per share:
Basic		$	0.33			$	0.16
Diluted		$	0.31			$	0.15
Shares used in computing earnings per share:
Basic			14,130				13,643
Diluted			14,908				14,240

 

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