Jewett-Cameron Announces 1st Quarter Financial Results

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Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd. (NASDAQ: JCTCF) announced its first quarter fiscal 2021 results, reporting sales of $10.3 million, up from $7.1 million in Q1 fiscal 2020. The company achieved net income of $488,527 or $0.14 per share, a significant increase from a net loss of ($6,621) or ($0.00 per share) last year. CEO Charlie Hopewell highlighted strong demand, especially in the DIY and pet product sectors, while maintaining a robust cash position of $5.8 million and no debt against its $3.0 million credit line.

Positive

• Sales increased by 45% year-over-year to $10.3 million.
• Net income turned positive at $488,527 compared to a net loss in the prior year.
• Strong demand from the DIY and pet product sectors is elevating brand presence.

Negative

• Uncertainty regarding the economic effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

NORTH PLAINS, Ore., Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Jewett-Cameron Trading Company Ltd. (NASDAQ: JCTCF) today reported financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2021 ended November 30, 2020.

Sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2021 totaled $10.3 million compared to sales of $7.1 million for the first quarter of fiscal 2020. Net income for the current quarter was $488,527, or $0.14 per share, compared to a net loss of ($6,621), or ($0.00) per share, in the year-ago quarter.

"We continue to see strong demand from the DIY and pet product sectors which is elevating our brand and market presence. We feel the pandemic has bolstered our market penetration and accelerated our strategic campaign to rebrand our products to connect directly with consumers and expand our presence in more sales channels" said CEO Charlie Hopewell. "Even though the economic effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic are uncertain, we remain committed to this strategy in fiscal 2021."

As of November 30, 2020, the Company's cash position was approximately $5.8 million, and there was no borrowing against its $3.0 million line of credit.

Jewett-Cameron Trading Company is a holding company that, through its subsidiaries, operates out of facilities located in North Plains, Oregon. Jewett-Cameron Company's business consists of the manufacturing and distribution of patented and patent pending specialty metal products, wholesale distribution of wood products, and seed processing and sales. The Company's brands include Lucky Dog, Animal House and AKC licensed products in the expanding pet market; fencing products under the Adjust-A-Gates, Fit-Right, Perimeter Patrol, and LIFETIME POST™ systems brands; Early Start, Spring Gardner, and Weatherguard for greenhouses; and TrueShade for patio umbrellas, furniture covers and canopies. Additional information about the Company and its products can be found the Company's website at www.jewettcameron.com.

Forward-looking Statements

The information in this release contains certain forward-looking statements that anticipate future trends and events.  These statements are based on certain assumptions that may prove to be erroneous and are subject to certain risks, including but not limited to, the uncertainties of the Company's new product introductions, the risks of increased competition and technological change in the Company's industry, and other factors detailed in the Company's SEC filings.  Accordingly, actual results may differ, possibly materially, from predictions contained herein.

 

JEWETT-CAMERON TRADING COMPANY LTD.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
(Prepared by Management)
(Unaudited)
	November 30, 2020			August 31, 2020
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents	$	5,839,952		$	3,801,037
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $Nil (August 31, 2020 - $Nil)		4,246,957			6,274,426
Inventory, net of allowance of $65,000 (August 31, 2020 - $65,000)		9,421,159			9,198,146
Prepaid expenses		839,873			1,036,128
Total current assets		20,347,941			20,309,737
Property, plant and equipment, net		3,101,343			2,967,565
Intangible assets, net		599			659
Total assets	$	23,449,883		$	23,277,961
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities
Accounts payable	$	974,176		$	1,095,061
Current portion of notes payable		415,988			342,326
Income taxes payable		219,636			40,596
Accrued liabilities		1,682,324			2,016,300
Total current liabilities		3,292,124			3,494,283
Long-term liabilities
Notes payable (note 8)		264,719			338,381
Deferred tax liability		56,168			96,952
Total liabilities		3,613,011			3,929,616
Stockholders' equity
Capital stock
Authorized
21,567,564 common shares, without par value
10,000,000 preferred shares, without par value
Issued
3,481,162 common shares (August 31, 2020 – 3,481,162)		821,284			821,284
Additional paid-in capital		618,707			618,707
Retained earnings		18,396,881			17,908,354
Total stockholders' equity		19,836,872			19,348,345
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$	23,449,883		$	23,277,961

 

JEWETT-CAMERON TRADING COMPANY LTD.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
(Prepared by Management)
(Unaudited)
	Three Months Ended November 30, 2020			Three Months Ended November 30, 2019
SALES	$	10,316,284		$	7,055,178
COST OF SALES		7,353,385			5,006,835
GROSS PROFIT		2,962,899			2,048,343
OPERATING EXPENSES
Selling, general and administrative expenses		694,628			649,010
Depreciation and amortization		50,529			48,148
Wages and employee benefits		1,593,959			1,362,059
		2,339,116			2,059,217
Income from operations		623,783			(10,874)
OTHER ITEMS
Interest and other income		3,000			11,615
Income before income taxes		626,783			741
Income tax expense		(138,256)			(7,362)
Net income (loss)	$	488,527		$	(6,621)
Basic earnings per common share	$	0.14		$	(0.00)
Diluted earnings per common share	$	0.14		$	(0.00)
Weighted average number of common shares outstanding:
Basic		3,481,162			3,971,282
Diluted		3,481,162			3,971,282

 

JEWETT-CAMERON TRADING COMPANY LTD.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Expressed in U.S. Dollars)
(Prepared by Management)
(Unaudited)
	Three Months Ended November 30, 2020			Three Months Ended November 30, 2019
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income (loss)	$	488,527		$	(6,621)
Items not involving an outlay of cash:
Depreciation and amortization		50,529			48,148
Deferred income taxes		(40,784)			(14,101)
Changes in non-cash working capital items:
Decrease in accounts receivable		2,027,469			671,926
(Increase) in inventory		(223,013)			(902,321)
Decrease in note receivable		-			200
Decrease (increase) in prepaid expenses		196,255			(175,276)
Decrease in accounts payable and accrued liabilities		(454,861)			(297,730)
Decrease in prepaid income taxes		-			21,464
Increase in income taxes payable		179,040			-
Net cash provided by (used by) operating activities		2,223,162			(654,311)
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES
Purchase of property, plant and equipment		(184,247)			(28,750)
Net cash used in investing activities		(184,247)			(28,750)
Net increase (decrease) in cash		2,038,915			(683,061)
Cash, beginning of period		3,801,037			9,652,310
Cash, end of period	$	5,839,952		$	8,969,249

Contact: Charlie Hopewell, President & CEO, (503) 647-0110

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FAQ

What were the Q1 2021 earnings for JCTCF?

Jewett-Cameron reported Q1 2021 earnings of $0.14 per share with a net income of $488,527.

How did JCTCF's revenue change compared to the previous year?

Sales for Q1 2021 were $10.3 million, a 45% increase from $7.1 million in Q1 2020.

What is JCTCF's current cash position?

As of November 30, 2020, JCTCF had approximately $5.8 million in cash.

Is JCTCF affected by COVID-19?

Yes, the company noted uncertainty regarding the economic effects of the ongoing pandemic.

What products does Jewett-Cameron offer?

Jewett-Cameron offers products in the pet sector, fencing, gardening, and outdoor furniture markets.