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Superior Group of Companies, Inc. Reports Operating Results for the Second Quarter Ended June 30, 2022

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Superior Group of Companies reported Q2 2022 net sales of $147.9 million, a 13.1% increase from Q2 2021's $130.8 million. However, the company experienced a net loss of $26.7 million, compared to a net profit of $6.4 million in the prior year, influenced by $28 million in one-time non-cash charges. Branded products sales rose by 29%, and contact center sales surged 37%. The company is implementing cost-saving measures of at least $8 million annually while focusing on growth in three business segments: Healthcare Apparel, Branded Products, and Contact Centers.

Positive
  • Sales increased by 13% year-over-year, reaching $147.9 million.
  • Branded products sales rose by 29%.
  • Contact center sales surged by 37%.
  • Implementation of cost-saving initiatives expected to generate $8 million in annualized savings.
  • New leadership roles filled to enhance growth and management expertise.
Negative
  • Net loss of $26.7 million compared to a net income of $6.4 million in Q2 2021.
  • One-time non-cash charges totaled $28 million.
  • Pretax loss of $29 million versus pretax income of $5.5 million in the previous year.

– Total Sales Increased 13% Over Prior Year Quarter to $148 Million
– Sales Growth in Branded Products of 29% and Contact Center Sales of 37% – 
– Healthcare Apparel Sales Were $26 Million Versus $37 Million Prior Year Quarter –
– Net Loss was ($26.7) Million Versus $6.4 Million Prior Year Quarter, Including One-time Non-cash After-tax Charges of $28 Million and $4.5 Million, respectively –

SEMINOLE, Fla., Aug. 08, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (NASDAQ: SGC) (the “Company”) today announced its second quarter operating results for 2022.

The Company announced that for the second quarter ended June 30, 2022, net sales increased 13.1% to $147.9 million, compared to second quarter 2021 net sales of $130.8 million. Pretax loss was ($29.0) million in the second quarter of 2022 compared to pretax income of $5.5 million in the second quarter of 2021. Net loss was ($26.7) million or ($1.70) per diluted share for the second quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $6.4 million, or $0.40 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2021.

In the second quarter of 2022, the Company recognized pre-tax, non-cash impairment charges related to goodwill of $24.5 million ($23.6 million net of tax, or $1.50 per diluted share) and tradenames of $5.6 million ($4.4 million net of tax, or $0.28 per diluted share). In the second quarter of 2021, the Company recognized a pre-tax, non-cash settlement charge related to the termination of its defined benefit pension plans of $6.9 million ($4.5 million net of tax, or $0.28 per diluted share).

On an adjusted basis, which excludes the above charges in 2022 and 2021, net income was $1.3 million or $0.08 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2022 compared to net income of $10.9 million, or $0.68 per diluted share for the second quarter of 2021. At the conclusion of this press release is a reconciliation of reported-to-adjusted results, including a description of the significant items.

During the second quarter, the Company began the transition of key leadership positions as previously communicated with the addition of Catherine Beldotti Donlan, President of Healthcare Apparel and Mike Koempel, Chief Financial Officer. The transition has been seamless with the support of Peter Benstock serving as a healthcare apparel advisor and Andy Demott, former Chief Financial Officer, continuing to serve as Chief Operating Officer. The Company also added management expertise in supply chain, distribution and division management to support its long-term growth objectives.

“In order to further position for growth, we re-aligned the Company along three business segments: Healthcare Apparel, Branded Products and Contact Centers,” said Michael Benstock, Chief Executive Officer of the Company. “This re-alignment enables a more singular focus on healthcare, the ability to capitalize on synergies across all branded product offerings and a continued focus on driving significant growth in our contact centers. Overall, while we were pleased with our revenue growth this quarter, we recognize the ever-evolving macro environment and emerging challenges of rising interest rates and historic levels of inflation. As a result, we are taking a disciplined and prudent approach to cash management and have begun to implement cost initiatives of at least $8 million in annualized savings, while still maintaining our focus on consistent sales growth.”

CONFERENCE CALL

Superior Group of Companies will hold a conference call later today, August 8, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time to discuss the Company’s results. Interested investors may join the teleconference by dialing (844) 861-5505 for U.S. dialers and (412) 317-6586 for International dialers. The Canadian Toll-Free number is (866) 605-3852. Please ask to be joined into the Superior Group of Companies call. The live webcast and archived replay can also be accessed in the investor information section of the Company’s website at https://ir.superiorgroupofcompanies.com/Presentations.

A telephone replay of the teleconference will be available one hour after the end of the call through 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time on August 22, 2022. To access the replay, dial (877) 344-7529 in the United States or (412) 317-0088 from international locations. Canadian dialers can access the replay at (855) 669-9658. Please reference conference number 7715703 for all replay access.

Disclosure Regarding Forward Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking statements" intended to qualify for the safe harbors from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can generally be identified by use of the words "may," "will," "should," "could," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "believe," "intend," "project," "potential," or "plan" or the negative of these words or other variations on these words or comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements in this press release may include, without limitation: (1) the projected impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our, our customers', and our suppliers' businesses, (2) projections of revenue, income, and other items relating to our financial position and results of operations, (3) statements of our plans, objectives, strategies, goals and intentions, (4) statements regarding the capabilities, capacities, market position and expected development of our business operations, and (5) statements of expected industry and general economic trends.

Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that may materially adversely affect the anticipated results. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, the following: the impact of competition; the effect of uncertainties related to the COVID-19 pandemic, including existing and possible future variants, on the United States of America ("U.S." or "United States") and global markets, our business, operations, customers, suppliers and employees, including without limitation the length and scope of restrictions imposed by various governments and organizations and the success of efforts to deliver effective vaccines on a timely basis to a number of people sufficient to prevent or substantially lower the severity of incidents of infection or variants, among other factors; our ability to navigate successfully the challenges posed by current global supply disruptions; general economic conditions, including employment levels, in the areas of the United States in which the Company's customers are located; changes in the healthcare, retail, hotel, food service, transportation and other industries where uniforms and service apparel are worn; our ability to identify suitable acquisition targets, discover liabilities associated with such businesses during the diligence process, successfully integrate any acquired businesses, or successfully manage our expanding operations; the price and availability of cotton and other manufacturing materials; attracting and retaining senior management and key personnel; the effect of the Company's material weakness in internal control over financial reporting; the Company's ability to successfully remediate its material weakness in internal control over financial reporting and to maintain effective internal control over financial reporting; and other factors described in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including those described in the "Risk Factors" section of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021 and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2022 and June 30, 2022. Shareholders, potential investors and other readers are urged to consider these factors carefully in evaluating the forward-looking statements made herein and are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements made herein are only made as of the date of this press release and we disclaim any obligation to publicly update such forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as may be required by law.

About Superior Group of Companies, Inc. (SGC)

Superior Group of Companies™, established in 1920, is a combination of companies that help our customers unlock the power of their brands by creating extraordinary brand engagement experiences for their employees and customers. SGC’s commitment to service, technology, quality and value-added benefits, as well as our financial strength and resources, provides unparalleled support for our customers’ diverse needs while embracing a “Customer 1st, Every Time!” philosophy and culture in all of our business segments. Visit www.superiorgroupofcompanies.com for more information.

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investors@superiorgroupofcompanies.com

Comparative figures are as follows:

SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
 
  Three Months Ended June 30, 
  2022  2021 
Net sales $147,933  $130,787 
         
Costs and expenses:        
Cost of goods sold  99,800   83,629 
Selling and administrative expenses  45,969   33,906 
Goodwill impairment charge  24,458   - 
Intangible assets impairment charge  5,581   - 
Other periodic pension costs  528   440 
Pension plan termination charge  -   6,945 
Interest expense  583   330 
   176,919   125,250 
Income (loss) before taxes on income  (28,986)  5,537 
Income tax benefit  (2,311)  (840)
Net income (loss) $(26,675) $6,377 
         
Net income (loss) per share:        
Basic $(1.70) $0.41 
Diluted $(1.70) $0.40 
         
Weighted average shares outstanding during the period:        
Basic  15,732,264   15,433,412 
Diluted  15,732,264   16,087,736 
         
Cash dividends per common share $0.14  $0.12 
         



SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share and per share data)
 
  Six Months Ended June 30, 
  2022  2021 
Net sales $291,515  $271,634 
         
Costs and expenses:        
Cost of goods sold  193,601   175,433 
Selling and administrative expenses  88,183   69,017 
Goodwill impairment charge  24,458   - 
Intangible assets impairment charge  5,581   - 
Other periodic pension costs  1,056   869 
Pension plan termination charge  -   6,945 
Interest expense  882   605 
   313,761   252,869 
Income (loss) before taxes on income  (22,246)  18,765 
Income tax expense (benefit)  (801)  1,910 
Net income (loss) $(21,445) $16,855 
         
Net income (loss) per share:        
Basic $(1.37) $1.10 
Diluted $(1.37) $1.05 
         
Weighted average shares outstanding during the period:        
Basic  15,705,646   15,327,374 
Diluted  15,705,646   16,039,605 
         
Cash dividends per common share $0.26  $0.22 
         


SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except share and par value data)
 
  June 30,  December 31, 
  2022  2021 
   (Unaudited)     
ASSETS        
Current assets:        
Cash and cash equivalents $10,305  $8,935 
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts of $7,248 and $6,393, respectively  110,375   107,053 
Accounts receivable - other  4,217   5,546 
Inventories  127,036   120,555 
Contract assets  46,088   38,018 
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  20,367   19,162 
Total current assets  318,388   299,269 
Property, plant and equipment, net  52,970   49,690 
Operating lease right-of-use assets  9,513   8,246 
Deferred tax asset  1,440   - 
Intangible assets, net  58,429   60,420 
Goodwill  21,587   39,434 
Other assets  11,353   13,186 
Total assets $473,680  $470,245 
         
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY        
Current liabilities:        
Accounts payable $48,569  $52,340 
Other current liabilities  40,630   38,989 
Current portion of long-term debt  15,286   15,286 
Current portion of acquisition-related contingent liabilities  1,304   4,507 
Total current liabilities  105,789   111,122 
Long-term debt  133,407   100,845 
Long-term pension liability  15,679   15,420 
Long-term acquisition-related contingent liabilities  2,754   2,569 
Long-term operating lease liabilities  4,495   3,729 
Deferred tax liability  -   359 
Other long-term liabilities  8,411   9,211 
Commitments and contingencies (Note 6)        
Shareholders’ equity:        
Preferred stock, $.001 par value - authorized 300,000 shares (none issued)  -   - 
Common stock, $.001 par value - authorized 50,000,000 shares, issued and outstanding 16,318,059 and 16,127,505 shares, respectively  16   16 
Additional paid-in capital  70,629   69,351 
Retained earnings  137,986   163,836 
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:        
Pensions  (3,939)  (4,577)
Cash flow hedges  37   47 
Foreign currency translation adjustment  (1,584)  (1,683)
Total shareholders’ equity  203,145   226,990 
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $473,680  $470,245 
         


SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
(In thousands)
 
  Six Months Ended June 30, 
  2022  2021 
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES        
Net income (loss) $(21,445) $16,855 
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash used in operating activities:        
Depreciation and amortization  6,103   4,373 
Goodwill impairment charge  24,458   - 
Intangible assets impairment charge  5,581   - 
Inventory write-downs  4,795   924 
Provision for bad debts - accounts receivable  1,282   1,244 
Share-based compensation expense  2,454   1,669 
Deferred income tax benefit  (2,018)  (2,926)
Change in fair value of acquisition-related contingent liabilities  626   1,741 
Pension plan termination charge  -   6,945 
Changes in assets and liabilities, net of acquisition of businesses:        
Accounts receivable  (3,025)  (896)
Accounts receivable - other  458   (1,392)
Contract assets  (8,176)  (1,868)
Inventories  (9,377)  (9,662)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  (925)  (2,565)
Other assets  1,812   (1,401)
Accounts payable and other current liabilities  (7,325)  (14,535)
Payment of acquisition-related contingent liabilities  (3,346)  (4,220)
Long-term pension liability  1,116   384 
Other long-term liabilities  (693)  2,320 
Net cash used in operating activities  (7,645)  (3,010)
         
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES        
Additions to property, plant and equipment  (7,039)  (11,326)
Acquisition of businesses  (11,202)  (6,026)
Net cash used in investing activities  (18,241)  (17,352)
         
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES        
Proceeds from borrowings of debt  117,790   127,574 
Repayment of debt  (85,299)  (101,801)
Payment of cash dividends  (4,171)  (3,437)
Payment of acquisition-related contingent liabilities  (1,416)  (1,641)
Proceeds received on exercise of stock options  495   2,122 
Tax withholdings on vesting of restricted shares and performance based shares  (232)  (405)
Tax benefit from vesting of acquisition-related restricted stock  -   171 
Net cash provided by financing activities  27,167   22,583 
         
Effect of currency exchange rates on cash  89   137 
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents  1,370   2,358 
Cash and cash equivalents balance, beginning of period  8,935   5,172 
Cash and cash equivalents balance, end of period $10,305  $7,530 
         


SUPERIOR GROUP OF COMPANIES, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES
(Unaudited)
(In thousands, except share and par value data)
 
  Three Months Ended June 30,  Six Months Ended June 30, 
  2022  2021  2022  2021 
Net income (loss) $(26,675) $6,377  $(21,445) $16,855 
Adjustment for items:                
Goodwill impairment charge  24,458   -   24,458   - 
Intangible assets impairment charge  5,581   -   5,581   - 
Pension plan termination charge  -   6,945   -   6,945 
Tax impact of adjustment  (2,040)  (2,410)  (2,040)  (2,410)
Adjusted net income(1) $1,324  $10,912  $6,554  $21,390 
                 
Diluted net income (loss) per share $(1.70) $0.40  $(1.37) $1.05 
Adjustment for items, after-tax, per diluted share  1.78   0.28   1.77   0.28 
Diluted adjusted net income per share(1) $0.08  $0.68  $0.40  $1.33 
                 
Weighted average shares outstanding during the period:                
Diluted, as reported  15,732,264   16,087,736   15,705,646   16,039,605 
Diluted, as adjusted(2)  16,223,433   16,087,736   16,194,351   16,039,605 

(1) Adjusted net income and diluted adjusted net income per share, which are non-GAAP measures, are defined as net income and net income per share, excluding the impacts of impairment and pension plan termination charges. Management believes adjusted net income and diluted adjusted net income per share provides useful information to investors because it allows management, investors and others to evaluate and compare our operating results from period to period by removing the impact of impairment and pension plan termination charges that are not reflective of our core business.

(2) Diluted weighted average shares outstanding used to calculate diluted adjusted net income per share includes shares of common stock of 491,169 and 488,705 for the three and six months ended June 30, 2022, respectively. These shares were excluded from diluted weighted average shares outstanding used to calculate diluted net income (loss) per share, as the Company recognized a net loss their inclusion would have been antidilutive.


FAQ

What were Superior Group of Companies' sales figures for Q2 2022?

Superior Group of Companies reported net sales of $147.9 million for Q2 2022, a 13.1% increase from $130.8 million in Q2 2021.

How much did Superior Group of Companies lose in net income for Q2 2022?

The company reported a net loss of $26.7 million for Q2 2022, compared to a profit of $6.4 million in the same quarter of 2021.

What are the main segments of Superior Group of Companies?

Superior Group of Companies has re-aligned into three business segments: Healthcare Apparel, Branded Products, and Contact Centers.

What cost-saving measures is Superior Group of Companies implementing?

The company is implementing cost-saving initiatives expected to generate at least $8 million in annualized savings.

What significant changes occurred in leadership at Superior Group of Companies?

The company announced key leadership transitions including the appointment of Catherine Beldotti Donlan as President of Healthcare Apparel and Mike Koempel as CFO.

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