LEWISVILLE, Texas — Orthofix International N.V. (NASDAQ:OFIX) (the Company) today announced its results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2013. Net sales were $100.3 million, a 14% decrease over the first quarter of the prior year, or 13% on a constant currency basis.
Net income from continuing operations was $4.9 million, or $0.25 per diluted share compared to $0.64 per diluted share in the prior year. Adjusted net income from continuing operations was $4.6 million, or $0.23 per diluted share, decreasing 66% from $0.69 per diluted share from the first quarter of the prior year.The Orthofix Board of Directors has authorized a share repurchase program allowing the Company to repurchase up to $50 million of the Company’s common stock, effective beginning May 10, 2013.Brad Mason, President and Chief Executive Officer, commented, “I am delighted to rejoin Orthofix and am confident that I can lead the Company in a way that will maximize its potential to create shareholder value. I am very encouraged by the many strengths I see in our organization.
“That said, the first quarter sales and earnings results were disappointing. The good news is that the primary issues that led to these results are identifiable, within our control, and fixable. We are developing a strategy with specific initiatives that will both improve our internal competencies and drive growth.
“Importantly, Orthofix generated free cash flow of $9 million in the quarter which, in spite of the revenue shortfall, highlights the underlying stability of Orthofix’s business. Given this and our confidence in our prospects for the future, the Board has approved a share repurchase program of up to $50 million. The Board and I believe that, while Orthofix’s stock is trading at current valuations, this is an appropriate use of cash and will benefit the shareholders.”
Orthofix International Announces First Quarter 2013 Results
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