Aug 8 2013
MAXIMUS (NYSE: MMS), a leading provider of government services worldwide, today reported financial results for its third quarter ended June 30, 2013.
“This morning's financial results are right in line with our growth trajectory for the remainder of fiscal 2013 and set a solid platform for continued top- and bottom-line growth next fiscal year”
Highlights for the quarter ended June 30, 2013 include:
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Revenue grew 26% to $334.3 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 driven by organic growth.
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GAAP diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased 38% to $0.40 and adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased 32% to $0.41.
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Strong cash flows resulted in cash and cash equivalents that totaled $187.9 million at June 30, 2013.
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Year-to-date signed contract awards totaled $1.3 billion at June 30, 2013 and the sales pipeline remained strong at $2.2 billion.
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The Company completed a two-for-one stock split effective June 28, 2013. All common stock and per share amounts have been adjusted for the stock split.
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Subsequent to quarter end, the Company announced the acquisition of Health Management Limited, establishing a UK foothold in the independent health assessment market.
Revenue for the fiscal 2013 third quarter increased 26% to $334.3 million, compared to revenue of $266.4 million reported for the same period last year, driven by new work and the expansion on existing contracts. Financial results in the quarter reflect solid organic growth across both segments. Revenue for the third quarter of 2013 grew 26% organically compared to the prior-year period.
Fiscal 2013 third quarter income from continuing operations, net of taxes, totaled $28.0 million, or $0.40 per diluted share, and included approximately $0.01 of net legal, settlement and acquisition-related expenses. Excluding these costs, third quarter adjusted diluted earnings per share from continuing operations increased 32% to $0.41 compared to $0.31 reported for the same period last year. The year-over-year increase to earnings is attributable to accretive revenue growth. A reconciliation to this non-GAAP measure is included in the accompanying financial schedules.
"This morning's financial results are right in line with our growth trajectory for the remainder of fiscal 2013 and set a solid platform for continued top- and bottom-line growth next fiscal year," commented Richard A. Montoni, Chief Executive Officer of MAXIMUS. "MAXIMUS continues to benefit from macro drivers and solid demand trends for our core health and human services. In the United States, we are pleased to have established a leading position in the first wave of health insurance exchange contracts, and remain optimistic about other long-term opportunities in other areas of health care reform. Internationally, the acquisition of Health Management has provided MAXIMUS with a strengthened position for future opportunities in the United Kingdom health market, supporting our international growth objectives as we expand our service offerings and our geographic footprint."
Health Services Segment
Health Services Segment revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 increased 28% to $217.9 million compared to the same period last year, driven by favorable volumes in our health appeals business, organic growth from new work and expansion on existing programs. Health Services Segment operating income for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 increased 34% to $34.4 million (15.8% operating margin) and benefitted from accretive revenue growth in our Federal appeals and transaction based-programs. This compares to $25.7 million (15.1% operating margin) for the same period last year, which included a $10.2 million change order that benefitted both revenue and profit.
Human Services Segment
Human Services Segment revenue for the third quarter of fiscal 2013 increased 21% to $116.4 million compared to the same period last year, driven principally by the ongoing ramp-up in the United Kingdom as well as growth in other international operations. Human Services Segment operating income for the third quarter of 2013 increased 20% to $11.0 million (9.5% operating margin) driven by accretive growth in operations outside the U.S. including the ongoing ramp-up in the UK, which offset lower margins in Australia. This compares to $9.2 million (9.6% operating margin) for the same period last year, which included a net benefit of $2.1 million on a fixed price contract.
Sales and Pipeline
Year-to-date signed contract awards at June 30, 2013 totaled $1.3 billion compared to $1.2 billion reported for the same period last year. New contracts pending (awarded but unsigned) totaled $413 million.
Sales pipeline for the quarter ended June 30, 2013 was $2.2 billion (consisting of $278 million in proposals pending, $158 million in proposals in preparation, and $1.8 billion in opportunities tracking) and includes opportunities across multiple geographies and both segments. This is lower compared to $3.4 billion in sales pipeline reported for the same period last year, due to opportunities converting into new sales. On a sequential basis, the pipeline is consistent with the second fiscal quarter of 2013.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flows
Cash and cash equivalents at June 30, 2013 totaled $187.9 million. Subsequent to quarter end, $71.4 million was used to acquire Health Management Limited. After this transaction, approximately 60% of the Company's cash and cash equivalents were held overseas. For the third quarter of fiscal 2013, cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations totaled $49.7 million, with free cash flow of $32.7 million. Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) from continuing operations were 65 days and remain within the Company's previously stated range of 65 to 80 days.
On May 31, 2013, MAXIMUS paid a quarterly cash dividend of $0.045 per share. On July 10, 2013, the Company announced a $0.045 per share cash dividend, payable on August 30, 2013 to shareholders of record on August 15, 2013.
MAXIMUS repurchased 329,800 shares of the Company's common stock for $12.4 million during the third quarter of fiscal 2013. At June 30, 2013, the Company had $102.2 million available for future repurchases under its Board-authorized share repurchase program.
Outlook
MAXIMUS is reiterating its fiscal 2013 revenue, earnings and cash flow guidance. The Company continues to expect fiscal 2013 revenue to range between $1.26 billion and $1.31 billion and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations to range between $1.50 and $1.58. The Company continues to expect cash provided by operating activities from continuing operations to range between $115 million and $135 million. The Company also continues to expect free cash flow from continuing operations to range between $70 million and $90 million, but more likely toward the lower end of the range.
MAXIMUS is also reiterating its preliminary fiscal year 2014 revenue and earnings guidance. The Company continues to expect fiscal year 2014 revenue will range between $1.555 billion and $1.650 billion and diluted earnings per share is expected to range between $1.75 and $1.85. This guidance does not contemplate any future mergers and acquisition activity or any significant legal expenses or recoveries.
Mr. Montoni concluded, "MAXIMUS continues to deliver on our long-term growth strategy and we see many new emerging opportunities for our core capabilities in all of our geographies. With our fiscal 2014 preliminary guidance in place, we remain committed to generating long-term shareholder value as we continue to grow the business."