Paccar Profits Up Despite Slower Truck Sales

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Heavy Duty Trucking  /  July 26, 2016

The parent company of truck makers Kenworth and Peterbilt reported an increase in second quarter earnings despite lower revenue, but it's in the red for the first half of the year due to a big fine.

Net income for Paccar Inc. moved 7.6% higher from the same time a year earlier to $481.3 million, or to $1.37 per share from $1.26 per share, as sales and financial services revenue fell 13.2% to $4.41 billion.

Truck sales and revenue for the company fell to $3.3 billion in the most recent quarter from nearly $4 billion a year earlier. Its parts segment revenue dropped to $756.4 million from $776.5 million. In contrast, financial services revenue inched higher to $297.4 million from $293 million.

Paccar's pre-tax truck profit totaled $329.4 million, down from $420.1 million a year earlier. Paccar Parts generated quarterly pre-tax profit of $133.4 million compared to $145.7 million in the second quarter of 2015. Paccar Financial Services reported second quarter pre-tax income of $77.3 million compared to $90.8 million a year earlier.

According to the company, Peterbilt and Kenworth are benefiting from the third best U.S. and Canada Class 8 truck market in the last 10 years, and have achieved 27% market share year-to-date this year.

“Paccar’s strategic focus is to invest for growth in our core markets, while expanding our presence in emerging markets,” says Bob Christensen, Paccar president and chief financial officer. “Paccar is earning excellent returns on its investments, achieving nearly 20 percent average annual after-tax return on equity over the last six years.”

“The truck market reflects the good economy and high freight tonnage levels,” said Gary Moore, Paccar executive vice president.

The company is forecasting Class 8 truck industry retail sales for the U.S. and Canada in 2016 of 220,000 to 240,000 vehicles. However, Paccar’s second quarter new truck deliveries for the U.S. and Canada were down sharply from 26,800 in the second quarter of last year to 19,800 in the most recent quarter.

In Europe, where Paccar sells its DAF brand trucks, it’s projecting industry sales in the above-16-tonne truck market to be 280,000-300,000 vehicles this year and describes the market as the strongest there since 2008.

“The European above-16-tonne truck market continues to strengthen due to positive economic growth and increased freight activity,” said Preston Feight, DAF president and Paccar vice president. “DAF achieved market share of 16% in the first half of 2016. DAF’s above 16-tonne truck registrations increased 28% year-to-date compared to the same period last year.”

European truck deliveries for Paccar increased to 13,100 from 11,200 a year earlier.

Despite the improved second quarter results, Paccar reported a loss of $113.3 million for the first six months of the year compared to a profit of $825.6 million during the same time in 2015. Much of this is due to $833 million it has agreed to pay as fine as part of a price-fixing scheme in Europe involving its DAF brand.

Net sales and financial services revenues for the first six months of 2016 were $8.71 billion compared to $9.91 billion last year. Worldwide new truck deliveries fell to 72,100 from 79,000 over the same time frame, due almost entirely to a decline in the U.S. and Canada.

 

 

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PACCAR Achieves Good Quarterly Results

Paccar Press Release  /  July 26, 2016

“PACCAR achieved good quarterly net income in the second quarter of 2016,” said Ron Armstrong, chief executive officer. “PACCAR’s financial results reflect favorable truck markets and good aftermarket parts and financial services results worldwide. I am very proud of our 23,000 employees who have delivered outstanding products and services to our customers.”

Second quarter net sales and financial services revenues were $4.41 billion, compared to $5.08 billion in the second quarter of 2015. PACCAR earned adjusted net income (non-GAAP) of $371.7 million ($1.06 per diluted share) in the second quarter of 2016, excluding a favorable $109.6 million adjustment to the non-recurring charge established in the first quarter this year for the European Commission (EC) investigation of all European truck manufacturers. On July 19, 2016 the EC concluded its investigation by reaching a settlement with DAF. Including the favorable adjustment to the EC charge, which is not taxable, PACCAR reported net income of $481.3 million ($1.37 per diluted share) in the second quarter of 2016. The company earned net income of $447.2 million ($1.26 per diluted share) in the second quarter last year.

For the first six months of 2016, PACCAR reported adjusted net income (non-GAAP) of $719.7 million ($2.05 per diluted share), excluding the $833.0 million non-recurring charge for the EC investigation. The company earned $825.6 million ($2.32 per diluted share) in the first six months of 2015. Including the non-recurring charge, PACCAR reported a net loss of $113.3 million ($.32 per diluted share) in the first six months of 2016. PACCAR’s regular quarterly dividend will not be impacted by the EC charge. Net sales and financial services revenues for the first six months of 2016 were $8.71 billion compared to $9.91 billion last year.

Armstrong added, “PACCAR’s strategic focus is to invest for growth in our core markets, while expanding our presence in emerging markets. PACCAR is earning excellent returns on its investments, achieving nearly 20 percent average annual after-tax return on equity over the last six years. These investments have included new Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF vehicles, production of the fuel-efficient PACCAR MX engines in North America, the DAF Brasil truck factory, and increased capacity of PACCAR Parts’ distribution centers. In addition, the company expanded PACCAR Financial Services internationally and introduced many industry-leading technologies and services for our dealers and customers.” Bob Christensen, PACCAR president and chief financial officer, noted, “The company is investing for future growth in PACCAR integrated powertrain components, advanced driver assistance and truck connectivity technologies, a new DAF cab paint facility, logistics enhancements to its manufacturing facilities, and recently opened a new Parts Distribution Center in Renton, Washington.”

Financial Highlights – Second Quarter 2016

Highlights of PACCAR’s financial results for the second quarter of 2016 include:

• Consolidated net sales and revenues of $4.41 billion.
• Adjusted net income (non-GAAP) of $371.7 million, excluding a $109.6 million favorable adjustment to the charge related to the settlement of the EC investigation.
• Net income of $481.3 million.
• Truck, Parts and Other gross margins of 15.2%.
• PACCAR Parts pre-tax income of $133.4 million.
• Financial Services pre-tax income of $77.3 million.
• Manufacturing cash and marketable securities of $3.40 billion.
• Record quarterly cash generated from operations of $853.6 million.

Financial Highlights – First Half 2016

Highlights of PACCAR’s financial results for the first six months of 2016 include:

• Consolidated net sales and revenues of $8.71 billion.
• Adjusted net income of $719.7 million (non-GAAP), excluding a $833.0 million non-recurring charge for the EC investigation.
• Net loss of $113.3 million.
• PACCAR Parts pre-tax income of $268.0 million.
• Financial Services pre-tax income of $157.6 million.
• Cash generated from operations of $1.65 billion.
• Medium-term note issuances of $1.34 billion.
• Bank credit facilities of $3.0 billion renewed.

Global Truck Markets

Industry sales in the above 16-tonne truck market in Europe are estimated to be in the range of 280,000-300,000 vehicles this year, which is the strongest market since 2008. “The European above 16-tonne truck market continues to strengthen due to positive economic growth and increased freight activity,” said Preston Feight, DAF president and PACCAR vice president. “DAF achieved market share of 16.0 percent in the first half of 2016. DAF’s above 16-tonne truck registrations increased 28 percent year-to-date compared to the same period last year.” Feight added, “We are very proud that the DAF XF has been honored by Motor Transport magazine as the 2016 U.K. Fleet Truck of the Year.”

Class 8 truck industry retail sales for the U.S. and Canada in 2016 are expected to be in a range of 220,000-240,000 vehicles. Peterbilt and Kenworth are benefiting from the third best U.S. and Canada Class 8 truck market in the last ten years, and have achieved 27 percent market share year-to-date this year. “The truck market reflects the good economy and high freight tonnage levels,” said Gary Moore, PACCAR executive vice president. “Our customers are benefiting from the excellent operating efficiency of Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks.”

DAF is a Leader in European Truck Platooning

DAF participated in the European Truck Platooning Challenge in April. The event was organized by the Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment to demonstrate that wirelessly-linked truck combinations, or platoons, can operate safely and efficiently across Europe.

DAF and three suppliers partnered to form a team called EcoTwin. The second vehicle in the EcoTwin platoon followed the lead truck at a reduced distance. “The gap between trucks improves aerodynamics of all trucks in the platoon. This technology could achieve fuel savings of up to ten percent for our customers,” said Ron Borsboom, DAF chief engineer.

Capital Investments Increase Factory Efficiency

PACCAR’s excellent long-term profits, strong balance sheet, and intense focus on quality, technology and productivity have enabled the company to invest $6.0 billion in capital projects, innovative products and new technologies during the past decade. “Capital of $325-$375 million and R&D expenses of $240-$260 million are being invested this year in new product development, enhanced manufacturing facilities and aftermarket support programs,” said Harrie Schippers, PACCAR senior vice president.

DAF is constructing a new $110 million environmentally friendly cab paint facility at its factory in Westerlo, Belgium. Robotic paint equipment will increase capacity and efficiency, and minimize emissions and energy consumption. The DAF cab paint facility will be the most modern commercial vehicle paint facility in the world. Harry Wolters, DAF director of operations, commented, “This technology investment will support DAF’s strategy to increase market share and reflects DAF’s leadership in producing high quality vehicles.”

Kenworth’s Chillicothe, Ohio factory is constructing a new automated storage and delivery system for painted cabs, hoods, and sleepers. The $17 million, 25,000 square-foot addition will use state-of-the-art logistics technology to achieve rapid delivery of painted parts to the assembly line. “This expansion will enhance our manufacturing efficiency and production capacity,” said Judy McTigue, Kenworth Chillicothe factory plant manager.

Peterbilt Expands Leadership in Refuse Truck Segment

Peterbilt has expanded its refuse truck lineup with the launch of the new Peterbilt Model 520 featuring updated seating and drive configurations, enhanced styling and availability of the PACCAR MX-11 engine. Peterbilt achieved 25% share of this market segment in 2015. The Peterbilt Model 520 can be configured with a dual-seated, dual-drive cab which allows customers to operate the vehicle from both sides of the cab for greater convenience and comfort.

“Peterbilt has been a leader in the refuse truck segment for nearly 50 years through vehicle innovations that bring our customers superior levels of performance, reliability and versatility,” said Darrin Siver, Peterbilt general manager and PACCAR vice president. “The Peterbilt Model 520 is available with the new PACCAR MX-11 engine, which provides outstanding value in a lightweight and fuel-efficient engine design.”

PACCAR Parts Delivers Operational Excellence

PACCAR Parts generated quarterly pre-tax profit of $133.4 million in the second quarter of 2016, compared to $145.7 million achieved in the second quarter of 2015. Second quarter 2016 revenues were $756.4 million, compared to the $776.5 million earned in the second quarter last year. PACCAR Parts achieved pre-tax profit of $268.0 million in the first six months of 2016, compared to $284.6 million in the first six months of 2015. PACCAR Parts first half 2016 revenues were $1.48 billion, compared to $1.53 billion for the same period last year.

“PACCAR Parts delivers outstanding performance to DAF, Kenworth, and Peterbilt dealers and customers around the world, achieving record levels of same-day order fulfillment and shipping accuracy,” said David Danforth, PACCAR Parts general manager and PACCAR vice president. “The world-class performance of PACCAR Parts’ 17 Distribution Centers ensures that our customers can achieve excellent uptime and productivity.”

Financial Services Companies Achieve Good Results

PACCAR Financial Services (PFS) has a portfolio of 175,000 trucks and trailers, with total assets of $12.23 billion. PACCAR Leasing, a major full-service truck leasing company in North America and Europe with a fleet of 38,000 vehicles, is included in this segment. Second quarter PFS pre-tax income in 2016 was $77.3 million compared to $90.8 million earned in the second quarter last year. Second quarter 2016 revenues were $297.4 million compared to $293.8 million in the same quarter of 2015. For the first six months of 2016, PFS earned pre-tax income of $157.6 million compared to $179.8 million last year. First-half 2016 revenues were $586.8 million compared with $578.5 million for the same period a year ago. “PFS achieved good results due to excellent portfolio performance during the second quarter of 2016,” said Bob Bengston, PACCAR senior vice president. “Dealers and customers appreciate PFS leading-edge technology solutions, excellent customer service and dedicated support of the transportation industry in all phases of the business cycle.”

“PACCAR’s excellent balance sheet, complemented by its A+/A1 credit ratings, enables PFS to offer competitive retail financing to Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF dealers and customers in 23 countries on four continents,” said Todd Hubbard, PACCAR Financial Corp. president. “We have excellent access to the commercial paper and medium-term note markets, allowing PFS to profitably support the sale of PACCAR trucks.”

PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of high-quality light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates. PACCAR also designs and manufactures advanced diesel engines, provides financial services and information technology, and distributes truck parts related to its principal business.

PACCAR will hold a conference call with securities analysts to discuss second quarter earnings on July 26, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. Pacific time. Interested parties may listen to the call by selecting “Q2 Earnings Webcast” at PACCAR’s homepage. The Webcast will be available on a recorded basis through August 2, 2016. PACCAR shares are listed on NASDAQ Global Select Market, symbol PCAR. Its homepage is www.paccar.com.

This release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act. These statements are based on management’s current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. Actual results may differ materially from those included in these statements due to a variety of factors. More information about these factors is contained in PACCAR’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

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Aside from its DAF unit having to pay a fine to the European Commission (EC) for the cartel accusation, Paccar is performing absolutely fabulous in the U.S. market.

Paccar says its benefiting from a good economy and high freight tonnage levels, while Volvo blames its plunging U.S. Volvo and Mack brand sales on a bad economy and low freight tonnage levels. Go figure.

I blame plunging Mack sales on incompetent stewardship. Volvo doesn't understand the US market, NEVER understood the Mack brand, and its Mack brand management is clueless. Mack on-highway truck sales are a rarity, and its market share in the vocational segment is eroding quickly. Kenworth is clobbering the Mack brand in most states across the country, as many of you know.

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Volvo Group Earnings, Revenue Fall in Second-Quarter and Six-Month Periods
Transport Topics  /  July 26, 2016

Volvo Group reported earnings and net sales fell in the second-quarter and six-month periods, citing the slowdown in the North American truck market as a key factor that led to a plunge in orders.

Volvo’s North American heavy-duty truck brands include Volvo Trucks and Mack Trucks, both based in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Quarterly income for the period ended June 30 fell to $220 million, or 11 cents per diluted share, compared with $590 million, or 29 cents, in the year-earlier period.

New sales in the quarter slid to $9.1 billion from $9.7 billion, year-over-year.

“Despite a positive development in Europe, total deliveries of trucks decreased by 5%, mainly due to a weakening in North America and continued low demand in South America and other emerging markets,” Volvo Group CEO Martin Lundstedt said in a statement.

Year-to-date, North American truck orders sank 45% to 16,359 from 29,819, including a 32% decline in Mack’s orders to 7,685 vehicles.

For the six-month period, income sank to $660 million, or 33 cents, from $1 billion, or 54 cents in the 2015 period.

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Volvo brand truck sales (overall) fell to 28,255 units globally, down 9 percent from 30,997 units in Q2 2015).

Volvo brand truck sales in North America plunged to 6,786 units, down 39 percent from 11,208 units in Q2 2015.

Volvo brand truck sales in Europe rose to 14,430 units, up 17 percent from 12,343 units in Q2 2015.

Mack brand truck sales (overall) plunged to 5,588 units globally, down 22 percent from 7,160 units in Q2 2015.

Mack brand truck sales in North America plunged to 5,192 units, down 21 percent from 6,547 units in Q2 2015.

Mack brand truck sales in South America crashed to 157 units, down 54 percent from 338 units in Q2 2015.

Mack brand truck sales in Africa/Oceania (includes Australia, New Zealand) fell to 238 units, down 11 percent from 267 units in Q2 2015.

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It's interesting that both foreign owned US truck builders (Freightliner, Mack) seem to be having problems with sales and have been forced to slash their work forces while the two domestics are somehow making due.

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1 hour ago, DailyDiesel said:

It's interesting that both foreign owned US truck builders (Freightliner, Mack) seem to be having problems with sales and have been forced to slash their work forces while the two domestics are somehow making due.

You're right Eric, it is very interesting.

I can excuse Daimler to a point because they have such a massive US footprint. Daimler is no.2 in Class 6, and no.1 in Class 7 and 8. So if the market slows, they inherently feel it more than anyone.

But the Volvo and Mack brand's woes in the US market remain threefold. It's U.S. market management, and I'm particularly speaking of the Mack brand, doesn't have the right people. Volvo corporate in Sweden doesn't understand the Mack brand, and won't view its U.S. dealer body as equals and listen to their complaints and suggestions.