UNITED STATES
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Washington, D.C. 20549
Report of Foreign Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of
the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of August, 2003
Commission File Number 000-30224
CRYPTOLOGIC INC. |
(Translation of registrants name into English) |
1867 Yonge Street, 7th Floor Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4S 1Y5 |
(Address of principal executive offices) |
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CRYPTOLOGIC INC. |
Date: August 14, 2003 |
James A. Ryan Chief Financial Officer |
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August 14, 2003 (Toronto, ON) CryptoLogic Inc., a leading software developer to the Internet gaming and e-commerce industries, announced today its financial results for the second quarter and six months ended June 30, 2003. Strong second quarter results exceeded expectations and signify that the companys business continues to build on a solid platform of organic growth, international expansion and new products.
CryptoLogic continues to execute well, and the seasonably strong second quarter was our best performance in the last year and a half, said Lewis Rose, CryptoLogics President and CEO. Were making meaningful strides in what continues to be a challenging market. At CryptoLogic, weve been focusing on the fundamentals, and diversifying both our products and our geographic markets. Our strategy is paying off with revenue up more than 20% and earnings up more than 25% over last year.
CryptoLogics second quarter highlights included:
| Strong revenue and earnings performance resulted in diluted earnings per share of $0.21 that surpassed analysts consensus of $0.15; |
| Continued favourable growth in overseas markets with licensees revenue from international sources rising to approximately 55% in the first half of 2003, up from almost 50% in the first quarter; |
| Steady growth in poker and bingo revenue, together on track to exceed 10% of 2003 revenue, up from nil in the second quarter last year; and |
| Commenced the application process for listing and trading on the London Stock Exchange to leverage CryptoLogics strong roster of UK-based customers and operations, and to extend its reach into this favourable international market for online gaming. |
Stronger-Than-Expected Q2 Performance (All financial figures are expressed in U.S. dollars) In the second quarter, CryptoLogic surpassed expectations by recording $10.8 million in revenue, net income of $2.6 million and diluted earnings per share of $0.21. This also compared strongly to second quarter results in 2002, in which the company posted revenue of $8.9 million and net income of $2.0 million or $0.16 per diluted share before a non-recurring special charge, and a net loss of $7.8 million or $0.65 per diluted share after the special charge.
CryptoLogic continued to execute well on its strategic imperatives as reflected in the strength of its 2003 second quarter results. This better-than-expected performance was evidence of increased deposits driven by a stabilized base business, increased international penetration with existing and new customers, and marketing initiatives including the continued success of the companys recently introduced poker and bingo products.
Tel (416) 545-1455
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1867 Yonge Street, 7th Floor, Toronto, Canada M4S 1Y5
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Revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2003 increased 12% to $19.7 million compared with $17.6 million in first six months of 2002. In the first six months of 2003, net income improved to $4.4 million or $0.36 per diluted share, versus $4.2 million before the non-recurring special charge or $0.32 per diluted share in the first six months of 2002. After the non-recurring special charge, the company had a net loss of $5.6 million or $0.46 per diluted share in the corresponding 2002 period.
Strengthened Balance Sheet
CryptoLogic continued to strengthen
its balance sheet. At June 30, 2003, CryptoLogic had no debt, and a cash position of $58.3
million or $4.74 per diluted share (comprising cash and cash equivalents, and including
restricted cash of $7.1 million). The companys working capital was $39.8 million or
$3.23 per diluted share. For the second quarter, cash flow from earnings was $3.0 million,
compared with negative cash flow of $0.7 million in the comparable 2002 period. Operating
cash flow for the second quarter of $15.5 million (2002: $1.3 million) was atypically high
due to temporary changes in working capital items, much of which is expected to reverse
over the balance of the year.
Customer-Driven Product Growth
In keeping with its market-driven
product strategy, CryptoLogic expanded its game suite with more than 10 new choices of the
most popular casino games to help licensees attract and retain players and drive organic
growth. This brand new bonus pack introduced Single-Deck and Multi-Split Blackjack, an
enhanced European Roulette, and an exciting series of new slots including 9-Line slots to
give players more chances to win.
CryptoLogic-developed poker and bingo products continued to exceed expectations in the quarter. The companys newest customers, ukbetting plc and Bingo Entertainment, have launched their online poker sites, extending live poker action to millions of Europeans. CryptoLogics expanding list of brand name poker licensees, through its WagerLogic licensing subsidiary, is enhancing financial results, and extends the companys leading position into the burgeoning online poker market.
Recently-introduced single and private tournament options are further enhancing the marketing draw of its poker solution. The proven performance of the companys centralized poker technology enables CryptoLogic to offer new customers participation in one of the highest traffic and most profitable poker rooms on the Internet.
International Expansion and Diversification
CryptoLogic works with some of the
most prominent international names in land-based and online gaming, and continues to
pursue attractive global growth prospects that offer immediate revenue-generating
opportunities. As a result, revenue generated in the first half of 2003 from
licensees international players has reached approximately 55% of total revenue, up
from almost 50% in the first quarter.
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London Stock Exchange Listing
During the second quarter,
CryptoLogic commenced the application process to list and trade its shares on the London
Stock Exchanges Main Market (LSE). A LSE listing would highlight the companys
strong international presence, including its UK-based operations and its major UK gaming
customers such as William Hill, Littlewoods Gaming, the Ritz Club London Online and
ukbetting.
The UK, which has a favourable attitude towards online gaming, represents a key growth market for CryptoLogic. In fact, Britain has started to draft legislation with a view to establishing itself as a leading, world-class regulated and licensed market for online gaming. A UK listing would also extend CryptoLogics capital market access to a broader global shareholder base in this gaming-friendly jurisdiction. CryptoLogic continues to distinguish itself by seeking and achieving the highest level of transparency and compliance to the most exacting government-regulated standards for online gaming and disclosure requirements in Tier-One jurisdictions and senior stock exchanges around the world.
During the UK listing process, CryptoLogic is unable to provide earnings guidance. The company will re-evaluate its policy on guidance in accordance with UK guidelines and practice.
Outlook
While the first half of 2003
continued a highly positive trend for CryptoLogic, the company continues to operate in a
challenging marketplace, particularly with ongoing uncertainty in the U.S. and from
increasing competition that will reduce future margins from licensees. CryptoLogic will
also continue to invest in key areas of its business global expansion outside North
America, marketing initiatives, new payment options, product development and regulatory
efforts to ensure the sustainability of its forward momentum and long-term growth.
2003 Second Quarter Analyst Call
A conference call is scheduled for
8:30 a.m. (EST) on Thursday, August 14, 2003. Interested parties should call either
1-888-789-0150 or 416-695-9753. Instant replay will be available until Thursday, August
21, 2003 by calling 1-866-518-1010 or 416-252-1143.
About CryptoLogic (www.cryptologic.com)
Focused on integrity and innovation,
CryptoLogic Inc. is a leading software development company serving the Internet gaming
market. The companys proprietary technologies enable secure, high-speed financial
transactions over the Internet. CryptoLogic continues to develop state-of-the-art Internet
software applications for both the electronic commerce and Internet gaming industries.
WagerLogic Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of CryptoLogic, is responsible for the
licensing of its gaming software and services to customers worldwide. For more information
on WagerLogic, visit www.wagerlogic.com.
CryptoLogics common shares trade on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CRY and on the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol CRYP. There are currently 12.2 million common shares outstanding (12.3 million shares on a diluted basis, based on the treasury method).
For more information, please contact: At CryptoLogic, (416) 545-1455 Nancy Chan-Palmateer, Director of Communications Jim Ryan, Chief Financial Officer |
At Argyle Rowland, (416) 968-7311 (media only) Daniel Tisch, ext. 223/ dtisch@argylerowland.com Melissa Chang, ext. 239/ melissa@argylerowland.com |
CRYPTOLOGIC FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENT DISCLAIMER:
Statements in this press release
which are not historical are forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor
provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are
cautioned that all forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties including,
without limitation, risks associated with the Companys financial condition and
prospects, legal risks associated with Internet gaming and risks of governmental
legislation and regulation, risks associated with market acceptance and technological
changes, risks associated with dependence on licensees and key licensees, risks relating
to international operations, risks associated with competition and other risks detailed in
the Companys filings with securities regulatory authorities. These risks may cause
results to differ materially from those projected in the forward-looking statements.
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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands of U.S. dollars)
As at June 30, 2003 (unaudited) |
As at December 31, 2002 (audited) | ||||
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ASSETS | |||||
Current assets: | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents | $51,252 | $17,489 | |||
Restricted cash | 7,050 | 15,740 | |||
Short term investments | -- | 10,857 | |||
Reserves with processors | 159 | 774 | |||
Accounts receivable | 1,181 | 699 | |||
Income taxes recoverable | 104 | 583 | |||
Prepaid expenses and other | 1,092 | 1,104 | |||
60,838 | 47,246 | ||||
Investments | -- | 680 | |||
Capital assets | 4,079 | 2,713 | |||
Intangible assets | 168 | 226 | |||
Goodwill | 1,665 | 1,665 | |||
$66,750 | $52,530 | ||||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY | |||||
Current liabilities: | |||||
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities | $14,341 | $ 7,605 | |||
Funds held on deposit | 6,682 | 3,829 | |||
21,023 | 11,434 | ||||
Shareholders' equity: | |||||
Capital stock | 10,937 | 10,720 | |||
Retained earnings | 34,790 | 30,376 | |||
45,727 | 41,096 | ||||
$66,750 | $52,530 | ||||
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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(In thousands of U.S. dollars, except per share information)
(Unaudited)
For the three months ended June 30, |
For the six months ended June 30 | ||||||||
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2003 | 2002 | 2003 | 2002 | ||||||
Revenue | $ 10,826 | $ 8,890 | $ 19,727 | $ 17,554 | |||||
Expenses | |||||||||
Software development and support | 6,342 | 4,911 | 11,926 | 9,702 | |||||
General and administrative | 1,371 | 1,743 | 2,491 | 2,967 | |||||
Finance | 78 | 116 | 185 | 253 | |||||
Amortization | 371 | 218 | 617 | 415 | |||||
8,162 | 6,988 | 15,219 | 13,337 | ||||||
Income from operations | 2,664 | 1,902 | 4,508 | 4,217 | |||||
Interest income | 174 | 151 | 335 | 326 | |||||
Income before undernoted | 2,838 | 2,053 | 4,843 | 4,543 | |||||
Special charge | |||||||||
Write-down of investments | -- | (7,145 | ) | -- | (7,145 | ) | |||
Reorganization costs | -- | (1,480 | ) | -- | (1,480 | ) | |||
Other costs | -- | (1,881 | ) | -- | (1,881 | ) | |||
-- | (10,506 | ) | -- | (10,506 | ) | ||||
Income/(loss) before taxes | 2,838 | (8,453 | ) | 4,843 | (5,963 | ) | |||
Income taxes | 255 | (627 | ) | 429 | (341 | ) | |||
Net income/(loss) | $ 2,583 | $(7,826 | ) | $ 4,414 | $(5,622 | ) | |||
Earnings/(loss) per share | |||||||||
Basic | |||||||||
Before tax effected special charge | $ 0.21 | $ 0.17 | $ 0.36 | $ 0.35 | |||||
Net income/(loss) | $ 0.21 | $ (0.65 | ) | $ 0.36 | $ (0.46 | ) | |||
Diluted | |||||||||
Before tax affected special charge | $ 0.21 | $ 0.16 | $ 0.36 | $ 0.32 | |||||
Net income/(loss) | $ 0.21 | $ (0.65 | ) | $ 0.36 | $ (0.46 | ) | |||
Weighted average number of shares (`000s) | |||||||||
Basic | 12,237 | 12,092 | 12,222 | 12,253 | |||||
Diluted | 12,395 | 13,100 | 12,312 | 13,413 |
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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands of U.S. dollars)
(Unaudited)
For the three months ended June 30, |
For the six months ended June 30 | ||||||||
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2003 | 2002 | 2003 | 2002 | ||||||
Cash provided by (used in): | |||||||||
Operating activities: | |||||||||
Net income/(loss) | $ 2,583 | $(7,826 | ) | $ 4,414 | $(5,622 | ) | |||
Adjustments to reconcile income to | |||||||||
cash provided by (used in) operating activities: | |||||||||
Amortization | 371 | 218 | 617 | 415 | |||||
Write-down of investments | -- | 6,903 | -- | 6,903 | |||||
Gain on sale of investment | -- | -- | (31 | ) | -- | ||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities: | |||||||||
Restricted cash | 6,290 | -- | 8,690 | 2,260 | |||||
Reserves with processors | 158 | (539 | ) | 615 | (1,376 | ) | |||
Accounts receivable | (823 | ) | (24 | ) | (482 | ) | (985 | ) | |
Prepaid expenses and other | (144 | ) | (32 | ) | 12 | (476 | ) | ||
Income taxes | 379 | (738 | ) | 479 | (232 | ) | |||
Accounts payable and accrued liabilities | 4,654 | 3,843 | 6,736 | 2,907 | |||||
Funds held on deposit | 2,035 | (506 | ) | 2,853 | 274 | ||||
15,503 | 1,299 | 23,903 | 4,068 | ||||||
Financing activities: | |||||||||
Issue of capital stock | 217 | 2,165 | 217 | 2,402 | |||||
Repurchase of common shares | -- | -- | -- | (19,796 | ) | ||||
217 | 2,165 | 217 | (17,394 | ) | |||||
Investing activities: | |||||||||
Additions to capital assets | (1,851 | ) | (413 | ) | (1,925 | ) | (697 | ) | |
Short term investments | -- | -- | 10,857 | -- | |||||
Investments | -- | -- | -- | (5,933 | ) | ||||
Sale of investment | -- | 1,056 | 711 | 1,056 | |||||
(1,851 | ) | 643 | 9,643 | (5,574 | ) | ||||
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents | 13,869 | 4,107 | 33,763 | (18,900 | ) | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period | 37,383 | 19,815 | 17,489 | 42,822 | |||||
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period | $ 51,252 | $ 23,922 | $ 51,252 | $ 23,922 | |||||
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CRYPTOLOGIC INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CHANGES IN SHAREHOLDERS EQUITY
(In thousands of U.S. dollars)
(Unaudited)
For the three months ended June 30, |
For the six months ended June 30, | ||||||||||||||||
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2003 | 2002 | 2003 | 2002 | ||||||||||||||
No. of Shares (000's) |
Stated Value |
No. of Shares (000's) |
Stated Value |
No. of Shares (000's) |
Stated Value |
No. of Shares (000's) |
Stated Value | ||||||||||
Common shares: | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, beginning of period | 12,206 | $10,448 | 11,992 | $ 8,318 | 12,206 | $10,448 | 13,137 | $ 8,448 | |||||||||
Repurchase of shares | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | (1,170 | ) | (367 | ) | |||||||
Share issue | 24 | 104 | -- | -- | 24 | 104 | -- | -- | |||||||||
Exercise of stock options | 22 | 113 | 324 | 2,165 | 22 | 113 | 349 | 2,402 | |||||||||
Balance, end of period | 12,252 | 10,665 | 12,316 | 10,483 | 12,252 | 10,665 | 12,316 | 10,483 | |||||||||
Series F warrants: | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, beginning of period | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | |||||||||
Balance, end of period | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | 30 | 272 | |||||||||
Total capital stock | $10,937 | $ 10,755 | $10,937 | $ 10,755 | |||||||||||||
Retained earnings: | |||||||||||||||||
Balance, beginning of period | $32,207 | $ 35,144 | $30,376 | $ 52,369 | |||||||||||||
Net income/(loss) | 2,583 | (7,826 | ) | 4,414 | (5,622 | ) | |||||||||||
Excess of purchase price of treasury | |||||||||||||||||
shares over stated value | -- | -- | -- | (19,429 | ) | ||||||||||||
Balance, end of period | 34,790 | 27,318 | 34,790 | 27,318 | |||||||||||||
Total shareholders' equity | $45,727 | $ 38,073 | $45,727 | $ 38,073 | |||||||||||||
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
As at June 30, 2003
(All figures are in U.S. dollars, except where otherwise indicated)
(Unaudited)
These consolidated interim financial statements of CryptoLogic Inc. (the Company) have been prepared in accordance with Canadian generally accepted accounting principles using the same accounting policies as were used for the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2002. This consolidated interim financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2002, as set out in the 2002 Annual Report.
In accordance with the new recommendations adopted in 2002, the Company will continue its existing policy that no compensation cost is recorded on the grant of stock options to employees. Consideration paid by employees on the exercise of stock options is recorded as share capital. However, under the new standard the Company is required to provide additional pro forma disclosures for options granted to employees as if the fair value based accounting method had been used to account for employee stock options.
The fair value of the options granted were made using the Black-Scholes option pricing model using a dividend yield of 0% and the following weighted assumptions.
2003 | 2002 | ||||
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Risk-free rate | 3.0 | % | 2.0 | % | |
Expected volatility | 75.0 | % | 100.0 | % | |
Expected life of options in years | 5.0 | 5.0 |
Had compensation expense been determined based on the fair value of the employee stock option awards at the grant dates in accordance with the new recommendations, the Companys net income and earnings per share would have been changed to the following pro-form amounts:
Three months ending June 30, 2003 |
Six months ending June 30, 2003 |
Three months ending June 30, 2002 |
Six months ending June 30, 2002 |
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Pro forma ('000) |
As reported ('000) |
Pro forma ('000) |
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Pro forma ('000) |
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Pro forma ('000) |
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Net income/(loss) | $ 2,583 | $ 2,356 | $ 4,414 | $ 4,002 | $ (7,826 | ) | $ (7,865 | ) | $ (5,622 | ) | $ (5,697 | ) | |||||
Earnings/(loss) per share | |||||||||||||||||
Basic | $ 0.21 | $ 0.19 | $ 0.36 | $ 0.33 | $ (0.65 | ) | $ (0.65 | ) | $ (0.46 | ) | $ (0.46 | ) | |||||
Diluted | $ 0.21 | $ 0.19 | $ 0.36 | $ 0.33 | $ (0.65 | ) | $ (0.65 | ) | $ (0.46 | ) | $ (0.46 | ) |
During the second quarter FY 2002, the Company took a one-time special charge of $10.5 million ($9.9 million on an after tax basis). This charge was comprised of a write-down of investments that were deemed permanently impaired, including the 100% write-down of the Companys investment in SCG Enterprises Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sports.com, as well as costs associated with consolidation of the Companys players support operations, executive management reorganization, and estimated settlement and legal costs.