Stock Monitor: Hennessy Advisors Post Earnings Reporting

LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free research report on KKR & Co. L.P. (NYSE: KKR) (“KKR”). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=KKR as the Company’s latest news hit the wire. On December 27, 2017, the Company declared that it has struck an agreement to acquire PetVet Care Centers, LLC (“PetVet”) from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, L Catterton, and other existing shareholders. The financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed. Register today and get access to over 1000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below:

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KKR is making its investment primarily through its Core Investments strategy, representing capital targeting longer-term compounding opportunities.

Partnership Likely to Accelerate KKR’s Track Record of Acquisitive Growth

Max Lin, Member of KKR, stated that PetVet has established itself as a leading veterinary care provider with an unmatched reputation for customer satisfaction and differentiated focus on local communities. Lin added that KKR’s partnership with PetVet and its affiliated veterinarians will accelerate the former’s track record of organic and acquisitive growth.

KKR Acquisition Agreements in 2017

On December 20, 2017, KKR entered into an agreement with an affiliate of Sun European Partners, LLP to acquire a majority stake in Afriflora. On December 08, 2017, KKR acquired Hyperion, a leading manufacturer of industrial tool components, from Sandvik.
In August 2017, KKR acquired Covenant Surgical Partners from DFW Capital Partners, Iroquois Capital Group, PineBridge Investments, and other existing shareholders. In the same month, a newly formed company controlled by KKR, with Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. as a minority investor, acquired PharMerica Corp.
On July 24, 2017, The Carlyle Group sold its majority control of The Nature’s Bounty Co., a global manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of health and wellness products, to KKR. On the same date, KKR signed an agreement to acquire WebMD Health Corp. in a transaction valued at approximately $2.8 billion.
On May 08, 2017, KKR, Dunas Capital, and the hotel group Alua Hotels & Resorts entered into an agreement to acquire and manage the Intertur Hotels Group.
In March 2017, KKR and CDPQ, along with USI employees, announced their joint acquisition of USI Insurance Services, a leading US insurance brokerage and consulting firm. KKR acquired Travelopia from TUI AG in February 2017.

About KKR & Co. L.P.

Founded in 1976, KKR is a leading global investment firm that manages multiple alternative asset classes, including private equity, energy, infrastructure, real estate, credit, and through its strategic manager partnerships, hedge funds. The Company invests its own capital alongside its partners’ capital and provides financing solutions and investment opportunities through its capital markets business. KKR is headquartered in New York City, New York.

About PetVet Care Centers, LLC

Established in 2012, PetVet provides veterinarian services for veterinary clinics and veterinary practices. Headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, the Company is a leading acquirer and operator of general practice and specialty veterinary hospitals with 125 facilities located across 22 states, and works in partnership with over 600 board certified specialists and general veterinarians.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, KKR & Co.’s stock was slightly up 0.28%, ending the trading session at $21.13. Volume traded for the day: 1.95 million shares. Stock performance in the last month – up 7.64%; previous three-month period – up 5.70%; past twelve-month period – up 35.36%; and year-to-date – up 37.30%
After yesterday’s close, KKR & Co.’s market cap was at $17.28 billion. Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 10.63. The stock has a dividend yield of 3.22%. The stock is part of the Financial sector, categorized under the Asset Management industry. This sector was up 0.4% at the end of the session.

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LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 /Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE: FL). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=FL. The Company posted its financial results on November 17, 2017, for the third quarter fiscal 2017. Register today and get access to over 1,000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

For three months ended October 28, 2017, Foot Locker’s revenue decreased 0.8%, or 2.3% on a constant currency basis, to $1.87 billion from $1.89 billion in Q3 FY16. During the reported quarter, the Company’s comparable store sales growth was negative 3.7%. The Company’s revenue surpassed analysts’ expectations of $1.83 billion.

As of October 28, 2017, the Company operated 3,349 stores compared to 3,363 stores on January 28, 2017. During Q3 FY17, the Company opened 12 new stores, remodeled or relocated 41 stores, and closed 22 stores.

During Q3 FY17, Foot Locker’s gross profit decreased 9.4% to $580 million from $640 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s gross margin decreased 290 basis points to 31.0% of revenue from 33.9% of revenue in Q3 FY16. The decrease was due to a 190-basis point decrease in our merchandise margin, a 10-basis point increase in shipping expense and 90-basis points of deleverage on Company’s occupancy and buyers’ compensation expenses.

During Q3 FY17, Foot Locker’s operating income decreased 28.2% to $168 million from $234 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s operating margin decreased 350 basis points to 8.9% of revenue from 12.4% of revenue in Q3 FY16.

During Q3 FY17, Foot Locker’s earnings before tax (EBT) decreased 31.3% to $156 million from $227 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s EBT margin decreased 370 basis points to 8.3% of revenue from 12.0% of revenue in Q3 FY16.

For the reported quarter, Foot Locker’s net income decreased 35% to $102 million, from $157 million in Q3 FY16. During Q3 FY17, the Company’s diluted EPS decreased 30.8% to $0.81 from $1.17 in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, Foot Locker’s adjusted net income decreased 27.6% to $110 million from $152 million in Q3 FY16. During Q3 FY17, the Company’s adjusted diluted EPS decreased 23% to $0.87 from $1.13 in the same period last year. Adjusted diluted EPS surpassed analysts’ expectations of $0.80.

Balance Sheet

As on October 28, 2017, Foot Locker’s cash and cash equivalents increased 2.9% to $890 million from $865 million on October 29, 2016. For the reported quarter, the Company’s long-term debt and obligations under capital leases decreased 0.8% to $126 million from $127 million in Q3 FY16.

For the reported quarter, the Company’s merchandise inventories decreased 3.4% to $1.32 billion from $1.36 billion in Q3 FY16. For the reported quarter, the Company’s accounts payable increased 13% to $243 million from $215 million in Q3 FY16.

On November 15, 2017, the Company’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of $0.31 per share, payable on February 02, 2018, to shareholders of record on January 19, 2018.

Outlook

For Q4 FY17, the Company expects comparable sales growth to be in the range of negative 2% to negative 4% and EPS growth to be in the range of negative 15% to negative 25%.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Foot Locker’s stock fell 1.24%, ending the trading session at $47.09.

Volume traded for the day: 1.68 million shares.

Stock performance in the last month – up 16.42%; previous three-month period – up 35.08%

After yesterday’s close, Foot Locker’s market cap was at $5.79 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 11.86.

The stock has a dividend yield of 2.63%.

The stock is part of the Consumer Goods sector, categorized under the Textile – Apparel Footwear & Accessories industry. This sector was flat at the end of the session.

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Stock Monitor: Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Post Earnings Reporting

LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free research report on Dollar General Corp. (NYSE: DG). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=DG as the Company’s latest news hit the wire. On December 27, 2017, the Company declared its plans of building a new distribution center in Longview, Texas. The new facility, which is expected to create around 400 new jobs in Texas, is meant to serve Dollar General’s growing business in the area. Register today and get access to over 1000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Dollar General’s Increasing Presence in Texas

At present, Dollar General has about 1,400 stores and more than 12,000 employees in Texas. Other than that, the Company operates 15 distribution centers that are located in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Texas (San Antonio), Virginia, and Wisconsin. Its 16th distribution center, which is located in Amsterdam, New York, is currently under construction.

This new distribution center would be Dollar General’s 17th facility in the entire distribution network and second in Texas. Prior to this, the discount retailer had opened its first Texas distribution center in San Antonio, Texas, which celebrated its grand opening in 2016.

Texas Governor, Greg Abbott, shared that he is honored to welcome Dollar General’s new distribution center in Longview. Texas’ growing economy and talented workforce are attracting more and more business each day. He looks forward to the positive economic impact from the Longview facility.

New Facility Meant to Support Dollar General’s Growing Business

Dollar General determines locations for distribution centers after taking into consideration factors such as their proximity to its stores, its local business environment and workforce, and the availability of local and state economic incentives, among many others.

The new distribution center is an addition to Dollar General’s growing business in Texas. It would help the Company further expand its supply chain and distribution operations in the Lone Star state. Dollar General envisions that this new facility would help the Company better serve its customers with value and convenience. Besides, it would also create additional employment opportunities for approximately 400 employees. Texas Governor Greg Abbott, leadership in Gregg County and the city of Longview, as well as the Longview Economic Development Corp. are all supporting Dollar General with this project.

Impact on Employment

It is estimated that the new state-of-the-art facility in Gregg County would create about 400 new jobs at full capacity, and serve over 1,000 Dollar General retail locations in Texas and the southeast. Apart from the full time jobs, the facility would also offer hundreds of jobs for the construction of the 1,000,000 square-foot building.

Construction to Begin in 2018

Dollar General expects construction to commence from the beginning of 2018, following the receipt of all required governmental permits and development approvals.

A project of this scale needs a team effort, expert advice, and creative ideas. Hence, Dollar General has engaged Clayco as the project’s official general contractor; Leo A. Daly as the architectural engineering firm; and Elan Design as the civil engineering firm.

Wayne Mansfield, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at Longview Economic Development Corp. stated that Longview’s local economic development partners would help Dollar General complete this substantial project. The result of this collaboration would create 400 jobs in the area and also increase the tax base. This massive investment by Dollar General validates the competitive advantages that Longview and Gregg County offer.

About Dollar General Corp.

The American chain of variety stores and discount retailer, Dollar General, has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 75 years. The Company helps shoppers save time and money by offering products that are frequently used and replenished such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares, and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Apart from high quality private brands, Dollar General sells products from America’s most-trusted manufacturers such as Clorox, Energizer, Procter & Gamble, Hanes, Coca-Cola, Mars, Unilever, Nestle, Kimberly-Clark, Kellogg’s, General Mills, and PepsiCo. As on November 03, 2017, the Company operated 14,321 stores in 44 states.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Dollar General’s stock was marginally down 0.04%, ending the trading session at $92.58.

Volume traded for the day: 1.02 million shares.

Stock performance in the last month – up 5.53%; previous three-month period – up 15.70%; past twelve-month period – up 25.07%; and year-to-date – up 24.99%

After yesterday’s close, Dollar General’s market cap was at $25.21 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 20.51.

The stock has a dividend yield of 1.12%.

The stock is part of the Services sector, categorized under the Discount, Variety Stores industry. This sector was up 0.1% at the end of the session.

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LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on Corium International, Inc. (NASDAQ: CORI) (”Corium”). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=CORI. The Company posted its financial results on November 16, 2017, for the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2017. The biopharmaceutical Company’s EPS surpassed analysts’ expectations. Register today and get access to over 1000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

For the three months ended September 30, 2017, Corium’s total revenue increased 19.2% to $9.44 million from $7.92 billion in Q4 FY16. The Company’s revenue numbers were below analysts’ expectations of $9.46 million.

For the reported quarter, the Company’s product revenues decreased 5.9% to $6.06 million from $6.43 million in the fourth quarter of 2016, due to a decrease in the Company’s generic Clonidine sales. For the reported quarter, the Company’s contract research and development revenues increased 161.7% to $3.12 million from $1.19 million in the fourth quarter of 2016.

During FY17, the Company’s total revenues decreased 3.5% to $31.86 million from $33.02 million in FY16. During FY17, the Company’s product revenues decreased 11.9% to $22.36 million from $25.36 million in FY16, due to decreases in Fentanyl revenues and Clonidine revenues. During FY17, the Company’s contract research and development revenues increased 55.7% to $8.44 million from $5.42 million in FY16.

During Q4 FY17, Corium’s gross profit increased 64.7% to $2.34 million from $1.42 billion in the same period of last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s gross margin increased 680 basis points to 24.8% of revenue from 18% of revenue in Q4 FY16.

During FY17, the Company’s gross profit decreased 19.6% to $5.98 million from $5.00 million in FY16. During FY17, the Company’s gross margin increased 370 basis points to 18.8% of revenue from 15.1% of revenue in FY16.

During Q4 FY17, Corium’s operating loss was $10.94 million versus an operating loss of $7.34 million in the comparable period of last year.

During FY17, Corium’s operating loss was $39.76 million compared to an operating loss of $28.92 billion in FY16.

During Q4 FY17, Corium’s earnings before tax (EBT) was negative $12.94 million compared to negative $9.33 million in the corresponding period of last year.

For the reported quarter, Corium’s net loss was $12.94 million compared to a net loss of $9.33 million in Q4 FY16. During Q4 FY17, the Company’s diluted earnings per share (EPS) was negative $0.36 compared to negative $0.42 in the same period of last year, surpassing analysts’ expectations of negative $0.40.

During FY17, Corium’s net loss was $47.79 million compared to a net loss of $36.70 million in FY16. During FY17, Corium’s diluted EPS was negative $1.64 compared to negative $1.65 in FY16.

Balance Sheet

As on September 30, 2017, Corium’s cash and cash equivalents increased 44.3% to $57.47 million from $39.83 million as on September 30, 2016. For the reported quarter, the Company’s long-term debt, net of current portion, decreased 23.4% to $39.03 million from $50.97 million in Q4 FY16.

For the reported quarter, the Company’s accounts receivable increased 7% to $4.64 million from $4.34 million in Q4 FY16. For the reported quarter, the Company’s accounts payable increased 45.3% to $3.98 million from $2.74 million in Q4 FY16.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Corium International’s stock slightly advanced 0.50%, ending the trading session at $9.98.
Volume traded for the day: 112.29 thousand shares.

Stock performance in the previous six-month period – up 30.63%; past twelve-month period – up 122.77%; and year-to-date – up 145.81%

After yesterday’s close, Corium International’s market cap was at $389.62 million.

The stock is part of the Healthcare sector, categorized under the Biotechnology industry. This sector was up 0.2% at the end of the session.

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Stock Monitor: Applied DNA Sciences Post Earnings Reporting

LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on Brady Corp. (NYSE: BRC). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=BRC. The Company posted its financial results on November 16, 2017, for the first quarter fiscal 2018. The identification and security products maker saw revenue and EPS surpassed analysts’ expectations. Register today and get access to over 1,000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

For three months ended October 31, 2017, Brady’s net revenue increased 3.6% to $290.15 million from $280.18 million in Q1 FY17. The Company’s revenue surpassed analysts’ expectations of $287.4 million.

During Q1 FY18, Brady’s gross profit increased 4.1% to $146.07 million from $140.36 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s gross margin increased 20 basis points to 50.3% of revenue from 50.1% of revenue in Q1 FY17.

During Q1 FY18, Brady’s operating income increased 6.6% to $35.41 million from $33.21 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s operating margin increased 30-basis points to 12.2% of revenue from 11.9% of revenue in Q1 FY17.

During Q1 FY18, Brady’s earnings before tax (EBT) increased 12.2% to $34.76 million from $30.99 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the Company’s EBT margin increased 90-basis points to 12% of revenue from 11.1% of revenue in Q1 FY17.

For the reported quarter, Brady’s net income increased 14.6% to $25.84 million on a y-o-y basis from $22.55 million in Q1 FY17. The increase was due to the Company’s focus on developing high-quality innovative products, driving efficiencies throughout global operations, streaming selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) structure, and strengthening culture of innovation and local ownership. During Q1 FY18, the Company’s diluted EPS increased 11.4% to $0.49 on a y-o-y basis from $0.44 in the same period last year. The diluted EPS surpassed analysts’ expectations of $0.48.

Brady’s Segment Details

ID Solutions – During Q1 FY17, the Company’s ID Solutions segment’s net revenue increased 4.2%, or 1.3% on a constant currency basis, to $209.71 million from $201.26 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the segment’s profit increased 8.4% to $35.84 million from $33.07 million in Q1 FY17.

Workplace Safety – During Q1 FY17, the Workplace Safety segment’s net revenue increased 1.9%, or 3.3% on a constant currency basis, to $80.45 million from $78.91 million in the same period last year. For the reported quarter, the segment’s profit was $6.45 million, on par with $6.45 million in Q1 FY17.

Balance Sheet

As on October 31, 2017, Brady’s cash and cash equivalents increased 6.2% to $142.24 million from $133.94 million on July 31, 2017. For the reported quarter, the Company’s long-term debt decreased 10.3% to $93.81 million from $104.54 million in Q4 FY17.

For the reported quarter, the Company’s net accounts receivables increased 2% to $152.70 million from $149.64 million in Q4 FY17. Brady’s accounts payable decreased 2.9% to $64.90 million from $66.82 million in Q4 FY17.

During Q1 FY18, the Company’s net cash provided by operating activities increased 2.1% to $34.72 million from $33.99 million in the same period last year.

On November 14, 2017, the Company’s Board declared a dividend to shareholders of the Company’s Class A Common Stock of $0.2075 per share payable on January 31, 2018, to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 10, 2018.

Outlook

For FY18, the Company expects diluted EPS to be in the range of $1.85 to 1.95.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Brady’s stock marginally rose 0.26%, ending the trading session at $38.15.

Volume traded for the day: 77.41 thousand shares.

Stock performance in the last three-month – up 0.26%; previous six-month period – up 12.54%; past twelve-month period – up 0.79%; and year-to-date – up 1.60%

After yesterday’s close, Brady’s market cap was at $1.98 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 20.29.

The stock has a dividend yield of 2.18%.

The stock is part of the Technology sector, categorized under the Security Software & Services industry. This sector was up 0.1% at the end of the session.

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LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=BERY. Berry Global reported its fourth quarter fiscal 2017 operating results on November 16, 2017. The packaging Company topped earnings expectations and posted record free cash flow for a fiscal year. Register today and get access to over 1,000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

For the quarter ended September 30, 2017, Berry Global’s net sales jumped 16% to $1.88 billion compared to net sales of $1.62 billion for Q4 FY16. Net sales’ increase was primarily attributed to acquisition net sales of $288 million, selling price increases of $9 million due to the pass through of higher resin prices, and an $11 million positive impact from foreign currency changes. The Company’s reported numbers fell short of analysts’ estimates of $1.90 billion.

Berry Global’s net sales increased 9% to $7.1 billion on a y-o-y basis in fiscal year 2017 compared to $6.5 billion in FY16.

Berry Global’s operating income surged 32% to $199 million in Q4 FY17 compared to $151 million in Q4 FY16. The increase in operating income was primarily attributed to acquisition operating income of $20 million, an $18 million improvement in its product mix and price/cost spread, $6 million decrease in selling, general, and administrative (SG&A) and operating expenses, and a $4 million positive impact from currency translation.

Berry Global’s net income was $110 million, or $0.81 per diluted share, for Q4 FY17 compared to $77 million, or $0.61 per diluted share, in Q4 FY16. The Company’s adjusted net income per diluted share in the reported quarter was 19% higher at $0.87 compared to $0.73 in the prior year’s corresponding quarter, and came in ahead of Wall Street’s estimates of $0.79 per share.

Berry Global Group’s Segment Results

For FY17, the Engineered Materials segment’s net sales surged 46% to $2.38 billion on a y-o-y basis, primarily attributed to acquisition net sales of $788 million and selling price increases of $67 million. The segment’s operating income soared 74% y-o-y to $316 million, primarily attributed to acquisition operating income of $62 million, a $71 million improvement in the segment’s product mix and price/cost spread, a $13 million decrease in SG&A expenses, a $3 million decrease in business integration and restructuring costs, and a slight improvement in productivity in manufacturing.

During FY17, the Health, Hygiene, and Specialties’ division’s net sales fell 1% on a y-o-y basis to $2.37 billion, primarily attributed to extra days in FY16 of $25 million, selling price decreases of $23 million, and a slightly unfavorable impact from foreign currency.

The segment’s operating income jumped 11% to $216 million on a y-o-y basis, primarily attributed to a $27 million decrease in business integration and restructuring costs associated with the Avintiv acquisition, a $13 million improvement in productivity in manufacturing, a $12 million decrease in depreciation and amortization (D&A) expense, a $5 million impact from base volumes, and a $5 million decrease in SG&A expenses.

For FY17 Consumer Packaging segment’s net sales dropped 5% to $2.35 billion on a y-o-y basis, primarily attributed to an $83 million negative impact from base volumes and $43 million from extra days in FY16. The segment’s operating income fell 1% to $200 million on a y-o-y basis, primarily attributed to a base volume decline of $17 million, an $11 million negative impact from productivity in manufacturing, $5 million from extra days in FY16, and a slight decrease in the segment’s product mix and price/cost spread.

Cash Flow and Capital Structure

For Q4 FY17, Berry Global’s cash flow from operating activities was $395 million and came in at $975 million for fiscal year 2017. The Company’s adjusted free cash flow was $278 million for the reported quarter, reflecting a 20% increase compared to the prior year’s same quarter of $231 million. Berry Global’s adjusted free cash flow for FY17 was a fiscal year record of $601 million, reflecting a 16% growth compared to $517 million in FY16.

Berry Global’s total debt less cash and cash equivalents at the end of the September 2017 quarter was $5,335 million.

Outlook

Berry Global is forecasting fiscal year 2018 cash flow from operations and adjusted free cash flow to be $965 million and $610 million, respectively.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Berry Global’s stock was slightly up 0.24%, ending the trading session at $58.83.

Volume traded for the day: 384.61 thousand shares.

Stock performance in the last three-month – up 4.57%; previous six-month period – up 4.03%; past twelve-month period – up 18.63%; and year-to-date – up 20.73%

After yesterday’s close, Berry Global’s market cap was at $7.71 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 23.17.

The stock is part of the Consumer Goods sector, categorized under the Packaging & Containers industry. This sector was flat at the end of the session.

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LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors has a free review on Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (NYSE: APLE) following the Company’s announcement that it will begin trading ex-dividend on January 02, 2018. In order to capture the dividend payout, investors must purchase the stock a day prior to the ex-dividend date (excluding weekend and holiday) that is by latest at the end of the trading session on December 29, 2017. Active-Investors has initiated due-diligence on this dividend stock. Register with us for more free research including the one on APLE: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=APLE

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Dividend Declared

On December 21, 2017, Apple Hospitality REIT announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular monthly cash distribution of $0.10 per common share for the month of January 2018. The distribution is payable on January 16, 2018, to shareholders of record as of January 03, 2018.

Apple Hospitality REIT’s indicated dividend represents a yield of 6.11%, which is substantially above the average dividend yield of 3.77% for the financial sector.

Dividend Insights

Apple Hospitality has a dividend payout ratio of 69.0%, which denotes that the Company distributes approximately $0.69 for every $1.00 earned. The dividend payout ratio reflects how much amount a company is returning to shareholders versus how much money it is keeping on hand to reinvest in growth, to pay off debt, and/or to add to its cash reserves.

According to analysts’ estimates, Apple Hospitality REIT is forecasted to report earnings of $0.99 for the next year compared to its annualized dividend of $1.20. One of the primary reasons for the difference between earnings and annualized dividend is that Apple Hospitality is a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), structured by law to distribute at least 90% of earnings. Moreover, since REITs generate income from owning portfolios of investment real estate, they are likely to have higher depreciation charges.

Since depreciation is a non-cash charge, it does not directly impact the ability of dividend the companies can distribute. For this reason, Fund from Operations (FFO) is calculated by adding depreciation and amortization to earnings and subtracting any gains on sales which then provides a better picture of any company’s profitability and capacity to pay and to sustain dividends. For instance, Apple Hospitality REIT’s net income for the three months ended September 30, 2017, was $0.28 per share compared to $0.07 per share for Q3 2017. On the other hand, the Company’s Modified FFO totaled $0.48 per share for the reported quarter versus $0.49 per share for the year earlier same quarter. The FFO indicates that the Company should be able to comfortably cover its dividend payout.

Recent Development for Apple Hospitality

On December 04, 2017, Apple Hospitality REIT announced that it acquired the 135-room Home2 Suites by Hilton® in Anchorage, Alaska, for a purchase price of approximately $24 million, or $178,000 per key.

The Home2 Suites by Hilton® Anchorage/Midtown is located at 4700 Union Square Drive in Anchorage. The hotel opened in December 2015 and is convenient to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, the University of Alaska Anchorage, the Port of Anchorage, ConocoPhillips Alaska, Providence Alaska Medical Center, Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, a variety of corporate offices, and numerous recreational, dining, and shopping options.

Following this acquisition, Apple Hospitality REITs portfolio comprises of 239 hotels, with approximately 30,300 guest rooms, geographically diversified throughout 34 states.

About Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.

Apple Hospitality is a publicly traded REIT that owns one of the largest portfolios of upscale, select-service hotels in the United States. The Company’s portfolio is diversified across the Hilton® and Marriott® families of brands with locations in urban, high-end suburban and developing markets throughout 34 states.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Apple Hospitality REIT’s stock was marginally up 0.51%, ending the trading session at $19.80.

Volume traded for the day: 1.11 million shares, which was above the 3-month average volume of 1.05 million shares.

Stock performance in the last month – up 2.27%; previous three-month period – up 4.76%; past six-month period – up 5.10%; and past twelve-month period – up 0.05%

After yesterday’s close, Apple Hospitality REIT’s market cap was at $4.39 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 19.53.

The stock has a dividend yield of 6.06%.

The stock is part of the Financial sector, categorized under the REIT – Hotel/Motel industry. This sector was up 0.4% at the end of the session.

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Stock Monitor: RH Post Earnings Reporting

LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (NYSE: WSM). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following linkwww.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=WSM. Williams-Sonoma reported its third quarter fiscal 2017 operating results on November 16, 2017. Register today and get access to over 1,000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below:www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

For the third fiscal quarter ended October 29, 2017, Williams-Sonoma’s net revenues grew 4.3% to $1.30 billion versus $1.25 billion in Q3 2016 with comparable brand revenue growth of 3.3% compared to a decline of 0.4% in the year ago corresponding period. The Company’s reported quarter net revenues reflected an estimated $7.0 million impact of lost sales associated with the hurricanes in Texas, Florida, and Puerto Rico.

During Q3 2017, Williams-Sonoma’s gross margin was 35.9% versus 36.8% in Q3 2016. The Company’s occupancy costs of $171 million versus $168 million in the year ago same period leveraged 30-basis points during the third quarter. The 90-basis points of gross margin deleverage was primarily driven by lower selling margins.

For Q3 2017, Williams-Sonoma’s operating margin was 8.5% versus 8.8% in Q3 2016. Excluding severance-related reorganization charges, non-GAAP operating margin was 8.9% in the year ago corresponding period.

Williams-Sonoma’s net income was $71.31 million, or $0.84 per diluted share, in Q3 2017 compared to earnings of $69.38 million, or $0.78 per diluted share. The Company’s reported quarter EPS reflected an unfavorable impact of approximately $0.02 from the impact of lost sales associated with the hurricanes.

Williams-Sonoma’s Segment Results

The ecommerce segment’s net revenues increased 6.4% to $690 million in Q3 2017 versus $649 million in Q3 2016. The segment’s net revenues generated 53.1% of total Company net revenues in the reported quarter and 52.1% of total Company net revenues in the year ago comparable period. During Q3 2017, operating margin in the ecommerce channel was 20.7% versus 23.1% in Q3 2016. The deleverage in operating margin was primarily driven by lower selling margins from the Company’s strategic decision to provide value to its customers through competitive pricing and reduced shipping fees as well as higher shipping costs to ensure a superior customer delivery experience. Williams-Sonoma also incurred higher digital advertising costs to support its investment in new customer acquisition.

The Retail segment’s net revenues grew 2.1% to $609 million in Q3 2017 from $597 million in Q3 2016. Operating margin in the retail channel was 7% in the reported quarter versus 7.9% in the year earlier same quarter. This decrease in operating margin was primarily driven by higher employment expenses and to support the Company’s new stores across the West Elm, Pottery Barn and Rejuvenation brands. The retail operating margin also reflected an approximately 20-basis point impact in lost sales from the hurricane.

Cash Matters

Williams-Sonoma ended Q3 2017 with a cash balance of $91 million versus $75 million last year, and the Company had $170 million outstanding under its revolving credit facility at the end of the reported quarter.

Williams-Sonoma’s Merchandise inventories at the end of Q3 2017 increased 10.6% to $1.18 billion from $1.06 billion at the end of Q3 2016. A large portion of this inventory growth, however, was associated with inventory that is in-transit and not yet received at the Company’s distribution centers.

Stock Repurchase Program

During Q3 2017, Williams-Sonoma repurchased approximately 1.3 million shares of common stock at an average cost of $46.84 per share and a total cost of approximately $61 million. As of October 29, 2017, there was approximately $256 million remaining under the Company’s current stock repurchase program.

Outlook

For the fourth quarter of 2017, Williams-Sonoma is forecasting net revenues in the range of $1.61 billion to $1.68 billion with comparable brand revenue growth now in the range of 2% to 6%. The Company expects its upcoming quarter operating margin to be below last year, and is estimating diluted earnings per share to be in the band of $1.49 to $1.64.

For the full year 2017, Williams-Sonoma raised its revenue guidance. The Company is projecting revenues to be in the band of $5.23 billion to $5.29 billion with comp brand revenue growth in the range of 2% to 4%. Williams-Sonoma is anticipating operating margin to be 9% to 9.2%, and its tax rate to improve to a range of 35% to 36%.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, Williams-Sonoma’s stock fell 1.28%, ending the trading session at $52.58.

Volume traded for the day: 746.24 thousand shares.

Stock performance in the last month – up 11.82%; previous three-month period – up 3.77%; past twelve-month period – up 9.06%; and year-to-date – up 8.66%

After yesterday’s close, Williams-Sonoma’s market cap was at $4.40 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 14.90.

The stock has a dividend yield of 2.97%.

The stock is part of the Services sector, categorized under the Home Furnishing Stores industry. This sector was up 0.1% at the end of the session.

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LONDON, UK / ACCESSWIRE / December 29, 2017 / Active-Investors.com has just released a free earnings report on WGL Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: WGL) (”WGL”). If you want access to this report all you need to do is sign up now by clicking the following link www.active-investors.com/registration-sg/?symbol=WGL. The Company posted its financial results on November 17, 2017, for the fourth quarter fiscal 2017 (Q4 FY17) and for the full fiscal year 2017 (FY17). The Washington, D.C.-based Company reported a positive quarterly operating income and net income for the reported quarter. Register today and get access to over 1000 Free Research Reports by joining our site below: www.active-investors.com/registration-sg.

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Earnings Highlights and Summary

In the quarter ended September 30, 2017, WGL reported total operating revenues of $429.12 million compared to the $459.90 million recorded at the end of Q4 FY16. The Company generated utility revenues of $151.04 million in Q4 FY17, up from $131.51 million in Q4 FY16. However, non-utility revenues declined to $278.09 million in Q4 FY17 from $328.39 million in the last year’s same quarter.

The gas utility Company reported a net income applicable to common stock of $3.32 million, or $0.06 per share, in Q4 FY17 versus a net loss applicable to common stock of $8.89 million, or $0.17 loss per share, in Q4 FY16. Furthermore, the Company’s operating loss came in at $8.84 million, or $0.17 loss per share, for Q4 FY17 compared to an operating loss of $4.66 million, or $0.09 loss per share, in Q4 FY16.

Meanwhile, market analysts had forecasted an operating loss of $0.19 per share for Q4 FY17.

WGL reported a total operating revenue of $2.35 billion in FY17, which came in flat compared to total operating revenue in FY16. The Company’s net income applicable to common stock grew to $192.62 million, or $3.74 per diluted share, during FY17 from $167.59 million, or $3.31 per diluted share, in FY16. Furthermore, operating earnings came in at $160.24 million, or $3.11 per share, for FY17 which were above the $155.60 million, or $3.08 per share, recorded in FY16.

Operating Metrics

During Q4 FY17, the Company spent $14.41 million on cost of gas compared to $8.37 million in Q4 FY16. The non-utility cost of energy was $215.22 million in Q4 FY17 versus $290.99 million in the previous year’s comparable quarter. WGL’s total operating expenses were $413.28 million during Q4 FY17 compared to $465.21 million in Q4 FY16. Meanwhile, the Company reported an operating income of $15.85 million in Q4 FY17 versus an operating loss of $5.31 million in Q4 FY16. Furthermore, adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) came in at $4.58 million for the reported quarter versus $7.99 million in Q4 FY16.

Segment Performance

During Q4 FY17, WGL’s Regulated Utility segment reported a negative adjusted EBIT of $23.6 million compared to a negative adjusted EBIT of $21.2 million in Q4 FY16.

WGL’s Retail Energy-Marketing segment’s contribution to the Company’s adjusted EBIT was $12.4 million for Q4 FY17 compared to $24.3 million in the prior year’s corresponding quarter.

The Company’s Commercial Energy Systems segment’s adjusted EBIT was $15.0 million for the reported quarter compared to $13.1 million in the year ago same period.

In Q4 FY17, WGL’s Midstream Energy Services segment reported an adjusted EBIT of $0.4 million in Q4 FY17 compared to a negative adjusted EBIT of $7.8 million in Q4 FY16.

Cash Flow and Balance Sheet

During FY17, WGL’s net cash provided by operating activities was $230.63 million, rising from $227.77 million in FY16. At the close of books for the reported quarter, WGL had $8.52 million in cash and cash equivalents compared to $5.57 million at the close of books as on September 30, 2016. Additionally, the Company reported long-term debts amounting to $1.43 billion in its books of accounts as on September 30, 2017, up from $1.44 billion as on September 30, 2016.

Dividend

In a separate press release on November 22, 2017, WGL’s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.51 per share of common stock. The quarterly dividend is payable on February 01, 2018, to shareholders of record as of January 10, 2018.

Stock Performance Snapshot

December 28, 2017 – At Thursday’s closing bell, WGL Holdings’ stock marginally climbed 0.41%, ending the trading session at $85.99.

Volume traded for the day: 87.91 thousand shares.

Stock performance in the last month – up 1.25%; previous three-month period – up 1.91%; past twelve-month period – up 12.55%; and year-to-date – up 12.73%

After yesterday’s close, WGL Holdings’ market cap was at $4.42 billion.

Price to Earnings (P/E) ratio was at 22.97.

The stock has a dividend yield of 2.37%.

The stock is part of the Utilities sector, categorized under the Gas Utilities industry. This sector was up 0.4% at the end of the session.

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