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Lindsay Corp (LNN)

8-K 2023-01-05 For: 2023-01-05
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UNITED STATESSECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSIONWASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): January 05, 2023

Lindsay Corporation

(Exact name of Registrant as Specified in Its Charter)

Delaware 1-13419 47-0554096
(State or Other Jurisdiction<br>of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer<br>Identification No.)
18135 Burke Street<br><br>Suite 100
Omaha, Nebraska 68022
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (402) 829-6800
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(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class Trading<br>Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $1.00 par value LNN New York Stock Exchange

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§ 230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§ 240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐

Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

On January 5, 2023, Lindsay Corporation (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing the Company’s results of operations for its first quarter ended November 30, 2022. A copy of the press release is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.1.

In addition, a copy of the slide presentation to be used during the Company’s fiscal 2023 first quarter investor conference call at 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time on January 5, 2023 is furnished herewith as Exhibit 99.2.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.

99.1 Press Release, dated January 5, 2023, issued by the Company

99.2 Slide Presentation for Fiscal 2023 First Quarter Investor Conference Call on January 5, 2023

104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document).

In accordance with General Instruction B.2 of Form 8-K, the information contained in Item 2.02 of this Current Report on Form 8-K, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2 relating to Item 2.02 and attached hereto, is being “furnished” and, as such, shall not be deemed to be “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Exchange Act”), or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that Section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Exchange Act, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing.

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

LINDSAY CORPORATION
Date: January 5, 2023 By: /s/ Brian L. Ketcham
Brian L. Ketcham, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

EX-99.1

18135 BURKE ST. OMAHA, NE 68022 TEL: 402-829-6800 FAX: 402-829-6836

Lindsay Corporation Reports Fiscal 2023 First Quarter Results

• First quarter net earnings more than double to $18.2 million and EPS improves to $1.65

• Irrigation revenues increase 4 percent on higher pricing and solid demand across core markets

• Infrastructure revenues increase 19 percent on higher Road Zipper System® sales

OMAHA, Neb., January 5, 2023—Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN), a leading global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology, today announced results for its first quarter which ended on November 30, 2022.

First Quarter Summary

Revenues for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 were $176.2 million, an increase of $10.0 million, or 6 percent, compared to revenues of $166.2 million in the prior year first quarter. Net earnings for the quarter were $18.2 million, or $1.65 per diluted share, compared with net earnings of $7.9 million, or $0.72 per diluted share, for the prior year first quarter.

“Positive market fundamentals continue to support solid demand for irrigation equipment across our core markets,” said Randy Wood, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Improved price realization and reduced inflationary headwinds compared to the same prior year period contributed to operating income growth and margin expansion in our irrigation business. In our infrastructure business, increased Road Zipper System sales resulted from the completion of a large project that began in our prior year fourth quarter."

First Quarter Segment Results

Irrigation segment revenues for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 were $152.1 million, an increase of $6.2 million, or 4 percent, compared to $145.9 million in the prior year first quarter. North America irrigation revenues of $83.9 million increased $5.0 million, or 6 percent, compared to the prior year first quarter. The increase in North America irrigation revenues resulted primarily from higher average selling prices as unit sales volume was comparable to the prior year first quarter. International irrigation revenues of $68.1 million increased $1.2 million, or 2 percent. Higher sales in Brazil and other markets more than offset the impact of lower sales in Ukraine and Russia and a large Egypt project in the prior year first quarter that did not repeat. The current year was also impacted by the unfavorable effects of foreign currency translation of approximately $1.6 million compared to the prior year first quarter.

Irrigation segment operating income for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 was $28.6 million, an increase of $11.4 million, or 66 percent, compared to the prior year first quarter. Operating margin was 18.8 percent of sales, compared to 11.8 percent of sales in the prior year first quarter. Increased operating income and operating margin resulted primarily from improved price realization, lower inflationary impact on input costs and a more favorable margin mix of international irrigation revenues compared to the prior year first quarter.

Infrastructure segment revenues for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 were $24.1 million, an increase of $3.8 million, or 19 percent, compared to $20.2 million in the prior year first quarter. The increase resulted from higher Road Zipper System sales, which were partially offset by lower Road Zipper System lease revenue and lower sales of road safety products.

Infrastructure segment operating income for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 was $3.4 million, an increase of $0.6 million or 22 percent compared to the prior year first quarter. Operating margin was 14.0 percent of sales, compared to 13.7 percent of sales in the prior year first quarter. Increased operating income and operating margin resulted primarily from higher revenues and lower inflationary impact on input costs compared to the prior year first quarter. This increase was partially offset by a less favorable margin mix of revenues compared to the prior year first quarter.

The backlog of unfilled orders at November 30, 2022 was $129.6 million compared with $154.8 million at November 30, 2021. The irrigation and infrastructure backlog are both lower compared to the prior year first quarter.

Outlook

“Current commodity price levels and net farm income projections support a positive outlook for North America irrigation equipment demand in the near term. We expect demand in international markets to be supported by expanded production driven by positive agricultural market fundamentals and continuing concerns over food security and global grain supplies,” said Mr. Wood. “In the infrastructure business, we expect growth to be supported by an anticipated increase in U.S. infrastructure spending and by the ongoing management of our project sales funnel.”

First Quarter Conference Call

Lindsay’s fiscal 2023 first quarter investor conference call is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time today. Interested investors may participate in the call by dialing (833) 535-2202 in the U.S., or (412) 902-6745 internationally, and requesting the Lindsay Corporation call. Additionally, the conference call will be simulcast live on the Internet and can be accessed via the investor relations section of the Company's Web site, www.lindsay.com. Replays of the conference call will remain on our Web site through the next quarterly earnings release. The Company will have a slide presentation available to augment management's formal presentation, which will also be accessible via the Company's Web site.

About the Company

Lindsay Corporation (NYSE: LNN) is a leading global manufacturer and distributor of irrigation and infrastructure equipment and technology. Established in 1955, the company has been at the forefront of research and development of innovative solutions to meet the food, fuel, fiber and transportation needs of the world’s rapidly growing population. The Lindsay family of irrigation brands includes Zimmatic® center pivot and lateral move agricultural irrigation systems, FieldNET® remote irrigation management and scheduling technology, and industrial IoT solutions. Also a global leader in the transportation industry, Lindsay Transportation Solutions manufactures equipment to improve road safety and keep traffic moving on the world’s roads, bridges and tunnels, through the Barrier Systems®, Road Zipper® and Snoline™ brands. For more information about Lindsay Corporation, visit www.lindsay.com.

Concerning Forward-looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties and which reflect management’s current beliefs and estimates of future economic circumstances, industry conditions, Company performance and financial results. You can find a discussion of many of these risks and uncertainties in the annual, quarterly and current reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements include information concerning possible or assumed future results of operations and planned financing of the Company and those statements preceded by, followed by or including the words “anticipate,” “estimate,” “believe,” “intend,” "expect," "outlook," "could," "may," "should," “will,” or similar expressions. For these statements, the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking information contained in this press release.

For further information, contact:

LINDSAY CORPORATION: THREE PART ADVISORS:
Brian Ketcham Jeff Elliott 972-423-7070
Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer Gary Guyton 214-442-0016
402-827-6579
LINDSAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EARNINGS
(Unaudited)
Three months ended
(in thousands, except per share amounts)
Operating revenues 176,159 166,152
Cost of operating revenues 123,139 128,714
Gross profit 53,020 37,438
Operating expenses:
Selling expense 9,677 7,990
General and administrative expense 14,437 12,880
Engineering and research expense 4,308 3,207
Total operating expenses 28,422 24,077
Operating income 24,598 13,361
Other income (expense):
Interest expense (909 ) (1,163 )
Interest income 373 177
Other expense, net (57 ) (2,900 )
Total other income (expense) (593 ) (3,886 )
Earnings before income taxes 24,005 9,475
Income tax expense 5,788 1,574
Net earnings 18,217 7,901
Earnings per share:
Basic 1.66 0.72
Diluted 1.65 0.72
Shares used in computing earnings per share:
Basic 10,989 10,927
Diluted 11,073 11,026
Cash dividends declared per share 0.34 0.33

All values are in US Dollars.

LINDSAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
SUMMARY OPERATING RESULTS
(Unaudited)
Three months ended
(in thousands)
Operating revenues:
Irrigation:
North America 83,934 78,976
International 68,149 66,933
Irrigation segment 152,083 145,909
Infrastructure segment 24,076 20,243
Total operating revenues 176,159 166,152
Operating income:
Irrigation segment 28,641 17,212
Infrastructure segment 3,372 2,766
Corporate (7,415 ) (6,617 )
Total operating income 24,598 13,361

All values are in US Dollars.

The Company manages its business activities in two reportable segments as follows:

Irrigation - This reporting segment includes the manufacture and marketing of center pivot, lateral move, and hose reel irrigation systems, as well as various innovative technology solutions such as GPS positioning and guidance, variable rate irrigation, remote irrigation management and scheduling technology, irrigation consulting and design and industrial IoT solutions.

Infrastructure – This reporting segment includes the manufacture and marketing of moveable barriers, specialty barriers, crash cushions and end terminals, and road marking and road safety equipment.

LINDSAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Unaudited)
(in thousands) November 30,<br>2022 November 30,<br>2021 August 31,<br>2022
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 99,168 $ 84,719 $ 105,048
Marketable securities 11,424 30,195 11,460
Receivables, net 157,116 111,959 138,200
Inventories, net 188,404 173,115 193,776
Other current assets, net 25,295 26,345 28,617
Total current assets 481,407 426,333 477,101
Property, plant, and equipment, net 93,518 91,639 94,472
Intangibles, net 17,760 19,827 18,208
Goodwill 67,295 67,735 67,130
Operating lease right-of-use assets 18,477 17,584 19,181
Deferred income tax assets 8,117 6,157 9,313
Other noncurrent assets, net 21,722 20,170 25,248
Total assets $ 708,296 $ 649,445 $ 710,653
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable $ 58,535 $ 58,908 $ 60,036
Current portion of long-term debt 223 219 222
Other current liabilities 89,827 88,655 100,684
Total current liabilities 148,585 147,782 160,942
Pension benefits liabilities 4,812 5,660 4,892
Long-term debt 115,297 115,471 115,341
Operating lease liabilities 19,161 17,679 19,810
Deferred income tax liabilities 693 798 1,054
Other noncurrent liabilities 14,960 20,112 15,256
Total liabilities 303,508 307,502 317,295
Shareholders' equity:
Preferred stock
Common stock 19,090 19,056 19,063
Capital in excess of stated value 93,079 89,006 94,006
Retained earnings 593,475 532,410 579,000
Less treasury stock - at cost (277,238 ) (277,238 ) (277,238 )
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net (23,618 ) (21,291 ) (21,473 )
Total shareholders' equity 404,788 341,943 393,358
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity $ 708,296 $ 649,445 $ 710,653
LINDSAY CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES
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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
Three months ended
(in thousands)
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net earnings 18,217 7,901
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to net cash provided by (used in) operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 4,871 4,896
Provision for uncollectible accounts receivable 704 91
Deferred income taxes 1,129 1,841
Share-based compensation expense 1,473 1,222
Unrealized foreign currency transaction (gain) loss (83 ) 2,193
Other, net 289 292
Changes in assets and liabilities:
Receivables (19,828 ) (17,816 )
Inventories 4,803 (31,674 )
Other current assets 3,526 5,965
Accounts payable 123 12,462
Other current liabilities (11,898 ) (3,632 )
Other noncurrent assets and liabilities 1,356 (7,920 )
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities 4,682 (24,179 )
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchases of property, plant, and equipment (3,798 ) (3,061 )
Purchases of marketable securities (14,354 )
Proceeds from maturities of marketable securities 3,599
Other investing activities, net (384 ) (342 )
Net cash used in investing activities (4,182 ) (14,158 )
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from exercise of stock options 2,442
Common stock withheld for payroll tax obligations (2,471 ) (1,181 )
Proceeds from employee stock purchase plan 98 93
Principal payments on long-term debt (55 ) (54 )
Dividends paid (3,742 ) (3,621 )
Net cash used in financing activities (6,170 ) (2,321 )
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents (210 ) (1,730 )
Net change in cash and cash equivalents (5,880 ) (42,388 )
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period 105,048 127,107
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period 99,168 84,719

All values are in US Dollars.

Slide 1

1st Quarter Fiscal 2023 Earnings Slide Deck Exhibit 99.2

Slide 2

Safe-Harbor Statement This presentation contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and uncertainties, and which reflect management’s current beliefs and estimates of future economic circumstances, industry conditions, Company performance, financial results and planned financing. You can find a discussion of many of these risks and uncertainties in the annual, quarterly and current reports that the Company files with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Investors should understand that a number of factors (including but not limited to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and related public health measures on plant operations, workforce availability, supply chain availability, and product demand) could cause future economic and industry conditions and the Company’s actual financial condition and results of operations to differ materially from management’s beliefs expressed in the forward-looking statements contained in this presentation. These factors include those outlined in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s most recent annual report on Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, and investors are urged to review these factors when considering the forward-looking statements contained in this presentation. For these statements, the Company claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. For full financial statement information, please see the Company’s earnings release dated January 5, 2023.

Slide 3

First Quarter Summary Revenues increased $10.0 million compared to prior year Irrigation increased $6.2 million Infrastructure increased $3.8 million Operating income increased $11.2 million compared to prior year Irrigation increased $11.4 million Infrastructure increased $0.6 million Corporate expense increased $0.8 million Amounts in millions, except per share amounts Revenue Operating Income (with operating margin) Diluted EPS +6% +129% +84%

Slide 4

First Quarter Financial Summary

Slide 5

Current Market Factors As of November 2022, U.S. corn prices have increased 15 percent and soybean prices have increased 18 percent from a year ago. Agricultural commodity prices remained elevated due to global supply constraints and steady demand. As of December 2022, the USDA projected net farm income to be $160.5 billion, an increase of 14 percent from 2021. A projected increase in cash receipts has more than offset a decrease in government support payments and higher cash expenses. If realized, projected 2022 net farm income would be at its highest level since 1973. Drought and water scarcity issues in the U.S. and other parts of the world support the need for efficient irrigation Inflationary pressure on raw material and other input costs has moderated, although certain supply chain constraints persist. High farm input costs and increasing interest rates temper demand for investment. Irrigation Infrastructure The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) was signed into law on November 15, 2021 and marked the largest infusion of federal investment into infrastructure projects in more than a decade. It includes a five-year reauthorization of the Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act. This legislation introduced $110 billion in incremental federal funding to repair roads, bridges, and support other transformational projects, which the Company anticipates will translate into higher demand for its transportation safety products. November 2022 YTD state and local government contract awards for highway and pavement projects are up 24% compared to the prior year, supporting an increase in construction activity in 2023. Cost inflation and constraints in availability of labor resources are impacting the timing and scope of certain construction projects.

Slide 6

Irrigation Segment North America revenue increased $5.0 million Higher average selling prices Unit sales volumes comparable to prior year Unit sales volume breakdown by category: Replacement 45%, Conversion 34%, Dryland 21% International revenue increased $1.2 million Higher sales in Brazil and other markets Lower sales in Ukraine and Russia Prior year included Egypt project that did not repeat Unfavorable foreign currency translation impact of $1.6 million Operating income increased $11.4 million Improved price realization Lower inflationary impact on input costs More favorable margin mix of international revenues Prior year included LIFO expense of $5.0 million while current year impact was minimal Revenue North America International FY22 FY23 Amounts in millions +2% +66% +6% Operating Income (with operating margin)

Slide 7

Infrastructure Segment Total revenue increased $3.8 million Increase in Road Zipper System® sales revenue from barrier replacement project in Massachusetts Lower Road Zipper lease revenue due to timing of projects Lower sales of road safety products Operating income increased $0.6 million Increased Road Zipper System sales Lower inflationary impact on input costs Less favorable margin mix of revenues Prior year included LIFO expense of $1.0 million while current year impact was minimal Revenue Amounts in millions +19% +22% Operating Income (with operating margin)

Slide 8

Innovation Leadership: Addressing Global Megatrends Capitalizing on global megatrends Key Trends Food Security Water Scarcity Land Availability Mobility Safety Reducing Emissions Labor Savings

Slide 9

Strong Commitment to Sustainable Practices Our mission is to provide solutions that conserve natural resources, enhance the quality of life for people, and expand our world’s potential. Investing in sustainable technologies Improving our operational footprint Empowering and protecting our people Engaging in our local communities Operating with integrity 1 2 3 4 5

Slide 10

Summary Balance Sheet and Liquidity As of November 30, 2022: Available liquidity of $160.6 million, with $110.6 million in cash, cash equivalents and marketable securities and $50.0 million available under revolving credit facility Total debt of $115.5 million, of which $115.0 million matures in 2030 A funded debt to EBITDA leverage ratio (as defined in our credit agreements) of 1.0 compared to a covenant limit of 3.0

Slide 11

Summary of Cash Flow

Slide 12

Capital Allocation – A Balanced Approach The Company’s prioritization for cash use: Working capital to support organic growth New product development Capital expenditures - expected to be $20-25 million in fiscal 2023 Acquisitions that align with strategic priorities Dividend payments Opportunistic share repurchases Allocation History Other includes debt repayments, net cash sources/uses from note receivables, net investment hedges, stock compensation and related tax benefits. Ending cash includes marketable securities.

Slide 13

Appendix

Slide 14

U.S. Net Farm Income and Net Cash Farm Income Inflation adjusted, 2001-22F 2001-20 average NCFI Note: F = forecast. Values are adjusted for inflation using the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Gross Domestic Product Price Index (BEA API series code: A191RG) rebased to 2022 by USDA, Economic Research Service. Source: USDA, Economic Research Service, Farm Income and Wealth Statistics. Data as of December 1, 2022 $ billion (2022) 2001-20 average NFI

Slide 15

Commodity Prices Soybean Prices Source: Trading Economics Corn Prices

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United States Drought Condition Source: US Drought Monitor, December 2022 2022 2021