Leatt Corp Announces Second Quarter 2019 Results

CAPE TOWN, South Africa, Aug. 8, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Leatt Corporation LEAT, a leading developer and marketer of protective equipment and ancillary products for many forms of sports, especially extreme high-velocity sports, today announced financial results for the second quarter ending June 30, 2019. All financial numbers are in U.S. dollars.

Financial and Business Highlights

  • Revenues increased by 10% to $5.3 million for the quarter
  • Year-to-date global revenues up $1 million or 10% to $11.4 million
  • Net income up 249% for the quarter
  • Marketing and advertising investment for the first 6 months increased by 8% year-over-year, in preparation for global product launches in the second half of the year
  • Knee brace sales volume increased by 69% for the quarter, with continued strong worldwide demand
  • Other Products, Parts and Accessories category increased by 88% for the quarter on strong demand for the new Velocity 6.5 line of goggles

Leatt Chief Executive Officer Sean Macdonald remarked, "We had a solid quarter and made substantial progress, particularly in terms of revenue growth and the market acceptance of our newest product lines in both the U.S. and International markets. Global revenue for the 2019 second quarter was up 10 percent to $5.3 million, driven by double digit increases in sales of our new, innovative knee braces and our array of body armor for riders' safety and protection. Our full line of medically-proven, revolutionary knee braces continues to gain traction globally, with a 69 percent increase in sales, as compared to the second quarter of 2018.

"We are also very excited about the enthusiastic market acceptance of our new, bulletproof Velocity 6.5 goggle line, launched in March 2019.  The demand has exceeded our expectations and our goggle category has become another important revenue contribution segment. Initial shipments and continued ordering patterns are showing great promise for future growth."

Mr. Macdonald continued, "It is also encouraging to see improved sales of our flagship neck brace, which remains the gold standard in extreme sports neck protection.  Sales of our neck brace during the second quarter have increased by 5 percent over last year."

Dr. Christopher Leatt, Chairman of the Board and Lead Research and Development consultant, added, "Our engineering and design team continues to operate at the cutting edge of research and development, and ranks among industry leaders in the development and refinement of safe and innovative technology for the world's sports and sports apparel markets. We have already introduced two new revolutionary products in the first half of 2019 – our Z Frame knee brace and Velocity 6.5 goggles – and we are looking forward to introducing a new major product category in the second half of 2019."

Financial Summary

Total revenues for the three-month period ended June 30, 2019 increased to $5.3 million, up 10%, compared to $4.8 million for the 2018 second quarter.

The increase in revenues for the second quarter was driven by an 88% increase in sales of other products, parts and accessories, a 5% increase in Neck brace sales, and a 23% increase in body armor sales, that were partially offset by a 49% decrease in helmet sales.  Neck brace sales continue to generate a higher gross profit margin than our other product categories.

For the 2019 second quarter, gross profit was $2.6 million, or 50% of revenues, compared to $2.4 million, or 49% of revenues, for the 2018 second quarter.

Second quarter income from operations rose 284% to $102,476 compared to a loss of ($55,664) for the second quarter of 2018. 

Net income for the three months ended June 30, 2019 rose 249% to $73,700 or $0.01 per basic and diluted share, compared to a loss of ($49,455), or ($0.01) per basic and diluted share, for the same 2018 period.

During the quarter, Leatt continued to meet its working capital needs from cash on hand and internally generated cash flow from operations.  At June 30, 2019, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of $1.5 million, a current ratio of 3.2:1, and there was no long-term debt.

Business Outlook

Mr. Macdonald said, "The early success of our newest products, in terms of market demand, media coverage and consumer acceptance, has our team excited about our prospects for the future. Our goal continues to be to expand our product catalog and to add at least one new product category each season. The achievement of this goal will allow us to effectively extend our addressable markets and introduce new consumers to the Leatt brand.  All our new product lines have wider addressable global markets that we believe will offer us exciting opportunities for future growth and profitability. 

"We are also very excited about the second half of this year, with our planned introduction of another new product category.  In preparation for these new product launches, we have increased our investments in marketing and advertising efforts and in bolstering our sales, marketing and distribution teams. We are confident that our new products will again prove our team's ability to produce exceptional, revolutionary safety products that are trusted by many of the top athletes around the world.

"Finally, we are thankful for the superior efforts of our entire Leatt team during the first half of 2019, including the riders who we are very proud to sponsor. The 2019 Supercross Season came to an end in Las Vegas in May with Leatt athlete Marvin Musquin, finishing strong with a 3rd overall in the 450 class for the Supercross Series, and with athlete Garrett Marchbanks being awarded Rookie of the Year in the 250 Supercross class.  We are proud to have these athletes among the people bringing the promise of the Leatt products to the world."

Conference Call

The Company will host a conference call at 10:00 am ET on Thursday, August 8, 2019, to discuss the 2019 second quarter results.

Participants should dial in to the call ten minutes before the scheduled time, using the following numbers: 1-888-348-8777 (U.S.A) or +1-412-902-4245 (international) to access the call.

Audio Webcast

There will also be a simultaneous live webcast through the Company's website, www.leatt-corp.com. Participants should register on the website approximately ten minutes prior to the start of the webcast.

Replay

An audio replay of the conference call will be available for seven days and can be accessed by dialing 1-844-512-2921 (U.S.A) or +1-412-317-6671 (international) and using passcode 10133912.

For those unable to attend the call, a recording of the live webcast, will be archived shortly following the event for 30 days on the Company's website.

About Leatt Corp

Leatt Corporation develops personal protective equipment and ancillary products for all forms of sports, especially extreme motor sports. The Leatt-Brace® is an award-winning neck brace system considered the gold standard for neck protection for anyone wearing a crash helmet as a form of protection. It was designed for participants in extreme sports or riding motorcycles, bicycles, mountain bicycles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles and other vehicles. For more information, visit www.leatt.com. 

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Forward-looking Statements:

This press release may contain forward-looking statements regarding Leatt Corporation (the "Company") within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements, other than statements of historical fact included herein are "forward-looking statements" including statements regarding: the continued impact of the Company's new Goggle range and Z-Frame knee brace on the Company's results of operation; the likelihood that the Company will continue to expand its product lines and to benefit from global market acceptance of its branded products; the financial outlook of the Company; the general ability of the Company to achieve its commercial objectives, including the Company's ability to rollout a new product in the second half of 2019; the business strategy, plans and objectives of the Company and its subsidiaries, including its ongoing strategy to diversify and extend its product line into new sports and markets; and any other statements of non-historical information. These forward-looking statements are often identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "believes," "expects," "anticipates," "seeks," "should," "could," "intends," or "projects" or similar expressions, and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties. These statements are based upon the Company's current expectations and speak only as of the date hereof. Any indication of the merits of a claim does not necessarily mean the claim will prevail at trial or otherwise. Financial performance in one period does not necessarily mean continued or better performance in the future. The Company's actual results in any endeavor may differ materially and adversely from those expressed in any forward-looking statements as a result of various factors and uncertainties, which factors or uncertainties may be beyond our ability to foresee or control. Other risk factors include the status of the Company's common stock as a "penny stock" and those listed in other reports posted on The OTC Markets Group, Inc. 

LEATT CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

ASSETS















June 30, 2019



December 31, 2018





Unaudited



Audited

Current Assets









  Cash and cash equivalents



$                   1,492,347



$                   1,709,900

  Short-term investments



58,235



58,232

  Accounts receivable



1,796,953



2,049,331

  Inventory



5,307,009



4,815,215

  Payments in advance



658,175



473,286

  Prepaid expenses and other current assets



1,317,230



1,247,233

    Total current assets



10,629,949



10,353,197











Property and equipment, net



2,141,635



2,317,490

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net



417,370



-











Other Assets









  Deposits



25,645



25,380

  Intangible assets



41,524



40,466

   Total other assets



67,169



65,846











Total Assets



$                 13,256,123



$                 12,736,533











LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY











Current Liabilities









   Accounts payable and accrued expenses



$                   2,831,790



$                   2,779,182

   Operating lease liability, current



173,176



-

   Income tax payable



73,813



70,258

   Short term loan, net of finance charges



290,832



582,128

      Total current liabilities



3,369,611



3,431,568











Deferred tax liabilities, net



170,900



170,900

Deferred Compensation



120,000



80,000

Operating lease liability, net of current portion



244,194



-











Commitments and contingencies



















Stockholders' Equity









   Preferred stock, $.001 par value, 1,120,000 shares authorized, 120,000 shares issued and outstanding



3,000



3,000

   Common stock, $.001 par value, 28,000,000 shares authorized, 5,386,723 and 5,370,028 shares issued and outstanding



130,068



130,053

   Additional paid - in capital



8,049,354



7,868,119

   Accumulated other comprehensive loss



(576,138)



(609,303)

   Retained earnings



1,745,134



1,662,196

      Total stockholders' equity



9,351,418



9,054,065











Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity



$                 13,256,123



$                 12,736,533

 

LEATT CORPORATION

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)























Three Months Ended



Six Months Ended





June 30



June 30





2019



2018



2019



2018





Unaudited



Unaudited



Unaudited



Unaudited



















Revenues



$              5,277,066



$               4,795,863



$            11,367,994



$              10,298,405



















Cost of Revenues



2,646,430



2,440,660



5,875,256



5,186,757



















Gross Profit



2,630,636



2,355,203



5,492,738



5,111,648



















Product Royalty Income



6,995



7,802



15,696



20,111



















Operating Expenses

















   Salaries and wages



713,736



617,552



1,590,640



1,395,315

   Commissions and consulting expenses



80,499



133,575



158,560



258,914

   Professional fees



131,569



128,987



384,537



297,458

   Advertising and marketing



471,888



458,450



1,035,882



962,612

   Office lease and expenses



68,546



71,321



138,538



141,759

   Research and development costs



366,219



378,912



706,315



702,192

   Bad debt expense (recovery)



(7,022)



10,705



9,499



20,472

   General and administrative expenses



521,420



454,156



988,654



889,716

   Depreciation



188,300



165,011



377,995



327,775

Total operating expenses



2,535,155



2,418,669



5,390,620



4,996,213



















Income (Loss) from Operations



102,476



(55,664)



117,814



135,546



















Other Expenses

















   Interest and other expenses, net



(572)



(2,475)



(3,593)



(5,927)

   Total other expenses



(572)



(2,475)



(3,593)



(5,927)



















Income (Loss) Before Income Taxes



101,904



(58,139)



114,221



129,619



















Income Taxes



28,204



(8,684)



31,283



38,255



















Net Income (Loss) Available to Common Shareholders



$                   73,700



$                  (49,455)



$                   82,938



$                     91,364



















Net Income (Loss) per Common Share

















   Basic



$                       0.01



$                      (0.01)



$                       0.02



$                         0.02

   Diluted



$                       0.01



$                      (0.01)



$                       0.01



$                         0.02



















Weighted Average Number of Common Shares Outstanding

















   Basic



5,386,723



5,366,382



5,383,751



5,366,382

   Diluted



5,548,176



5,514,452



5,545,204



5,514,452



















Comprehensive Income (Loss)

















    Net Income (Loss)



$                   73,700



$                  (49,455)



$                   82,938



$                     91,364

    Other comprehensive income (loss), net of $0 and $0 deferred income taxes in 2019 and 2018

















 Foreign currency translation



34,858



(174,542)



33,165



(116,310)



















Total Comprehensive Income (Loss)



$                 108,558



$                (223,997)



$                 116,103



$                    (24,946)

 

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