Genuine Parts pany(GPC) - 2023 Q2 - Quarterly Report

PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements and management's analysis for the periods ended June 30, 2023 and 2022 Item 1. Financial Statements This section presents the unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements for Genuine Parts Company, including balance sheets, income statements, comprehensive income, equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes explaining accounting policies, segment information, and other financial disclosures for the periods ended June 30, 2023 and 2022 Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets The balance sheet shows a slight increase in total assets and equity from December 31, 2022, to June 30, 2023, driven by increases in trade accounts receivable, merchandise inventories, and property, plant and equipment, while cash and cash equivalents decreased Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Data (in thousands) | Metric (in thousands) | June 30, 2023 | December 31, 2022 | Change | % Change | | :-------------------- | :------------ | :---------------- | :----- | :------- | | Cash and cash equivalents | $530,105 | $653,463 | $(123,358) | -18.88% | | Total current assets | $9,083,706 | $8,816,739 | $266,967 | 3.03% | | Total assets | $16,941,635 | $16,495,379 | $446,256 | 2.71% | | Total current liabilities | $7,899,794 | $7,686,110 | $213,684 | 2.78% | | Total equity | $4,085,794 | $3,804,447 | $281,347 | 7.39% | Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income For the three months ended June 30, 2023, net sales increased by 5.6%, but net income decreased by 7.5% due to higher operating expenses. For the six months ended June 30, 2023, net sales grew by 7.2%, and net income increased by 4.9% Three Months Ended June 30, (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | % Change | | :-------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Net sales | $5,915,006 | $5,602,414 | $312,592 | 5.6% | | Gross profit | $2,134,743 | $1,960,799 | $173,944 | 8.9% | | Income before income taxes | $454,089 | $491,567 | $(37,478) | -7.6% | | Net income | $344,494 | $372,529 | $(28,035) | -7.5% | | Basic earnings per share | $2.45 | $2.63 | $(0.18) | -6.84% | | Diluted earnings per share | $2.44 | $2.62 | $(0.18) | -6.87% | Six Months Ended June 30, (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | % Change | | :-------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Net sales | $11,680,124 | $10,897,049 | $783,075 | 7.2% | | Gross profit | $4,148,144 | $3,786,746 | $361,398 | 9.5% | | Income before income taxes | $858,495 | $817,283 | $41,212 | 5.0% | | Net income | $648,451 | $618,367 | $30,084 | 4.9% | | Basic earnings per share | $4.61 | $4.36 | $0.25 | 5.73% | | Diluted earnings per share | $4.58 | $4.34 | $0.24 | 5.53% | Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income Comprehensive income for the three months ended June 30, 2023, was $339.4 million, a significant increase from $224.2 million in the prior year, primarily due to a much smaller foreign currency translation loss. For the six months, comprehensive income also increased substantially Three Months Ended June 30, (in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | | :-------------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Net income | $344,494 | $372,529 | $(28,035) | | Foreign currency translation adjustments | $(9,540) | $(159,078) | $149,538 | | Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes | $(5,056) | $(148,351) | $143,295 | | Comprehensive income | $339,438 | $224,178 | $115,260 | Six Months Ended June 30, (in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | | :-------------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Net income | $648,451 | $618,367 | $30,084 | | Foreign currency translation adjustments | $14,287 | $(116,946) | $131,233 | | Other comprehensive income (loss), net of income taxes | $20,685 | $(95,489) | $116,174 | | Comprehensive income | $669,136 | $522,878 | $146,258 | Condensed Consolidated Statements of Equity Total equity increased from $3.80 billion at January 1, 2023, to $4.09 billion at June 30, 2023, primarily driven by net income and other comprehensive income, partially offset by cash dividends declared and stock repurchases Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 (in thousands) | Metric | January 1, 2023 | June 30, 2023 | Change | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------- | :------------ | :----------- | | Total Parent Equity | $3,790,363 | $4,071,211 | $280,848 | | Noncontrolling interests in subsidiaries | $14,084 | $14,583 | $499 | | Total Equity | $3,804,447 | $4,085,794 | $281,347 | Key Activities (Six Months Ended June 30, 2023) * Net income: $648,451 * Other comprehensive income, net of tax: $20,685 * Cash dividend declared: $(267,229) * Purchase of stock: $(134,849) Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows Net cash provided by operating activities decreased significantly to $457.0 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to $791.0 million in the prior year, mainly due to changes in operating assets and liabilities. Net cash used in investing activities decreased, while net cash used in financing activities increased Six Months Ended June 30, (in thousands) | Activity | 2023 | 2022 | Change | | :-------------------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $457,003 | $790,985 | $(333,982) | | Net cash used in investing activities | $(226,120) | $(1,543,453) | $1,317,333 | | Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities | $(357,750) | $584,511 | $(942,261) | | Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents | $(123,358) | $(195,570) | $72,212 | | Cash and cash equivalents at end of period | $530,105 | $519,131 | $10,974 | Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements The notes provide essential context to the financial statements, detailing the basis of presentation, recent accounting pronouncements, derivative and hedging activities, financial instrument fair values, guarantees, supply chain finance programs, earnings per share calculations, segment information, accounts receivable sales agreements, employee benefit plans, acquisitions, accumulated other comprehensive loss, and commitments and contingencies 1. General The financial statements are unaudited and prepared in accordance with Form 10-Q, requiring management estimates. The company has evaluated subsequent events and reclassified certain prior period amounts for consistent presentation. A new accounting standard (ASU 2022-04) on supplier finance programs is effective in Q1 2023 for disclosures and Q1 2024 for rollforward - Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements are prepared in accordance with Form 10-Q, relying on management estimates for items like inventory adjustments, bad debts, and sales returns[22][23] - ASU 2022-04, Liabilities-Supplier Finance Programs, requires disclosure of key terms and a rollforward of related amounts. It is effective for disclosures in Q1 2023 and for the rollforward in Q1 2024[26] Derivatives and Hedging The company uses derivative and non-derivative instruments, primarily forward contracts and foreign currency debt, to mitigate foreign exchange rate risks. These instruments are recognized at fair value (Level 2 hierarchy). For the six months ended June 30, 2023, net investment hedges resulted in a gain of $148.3 million in AOCL before reclassifications, compared to a loss of $25.7 million in 2022 - Derivative instruments (forward contracts) and foreign currency debt are used as risk management tools to mitigate foreign exchange rate risks, recognized at fair value (Level 2)[27] Gains (Losses) Recognized in AOCL before Reclassifications (in thousands) | Period | Forward Contracts | Foreign Currency Debt | Total | | :-------------------- | :---------------- | :-------------------- | :----------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | $(9,212) | $2,940 | $(6,272) | | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | $66,986 | $50,190 | $117,176 | | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | $(14,536) | $61,950 | $47,414 | | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | $86,380 | $(11,200) | $75,180 | Fair Value of Financial Instruments As of June 30, 2023, the fair value of the company's senior unsecured notes was approximately $3.0 billion, classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy, based on observable market transactions - Fair value of senior unsecured notes was approximately $3.0 billion as of June 30, 2023, classified as Level 2 in the fair value hierarchy[29] Guarantees The company guarantees approximately $956 million in borrowings for independently controlled automotive parts stores and affiliates as of June 30, 2023. The current expected credit loss reserve for these guarantees is not material, and the company has not experienced significant losses - Total borrowings of independents and affiliates subject to company guarantee were approximately $956 million as of June 30, 2023[31] - The company recognizes assets and liabilities of $68 million each for these guarantees, distinct from the current expected credit loss reserve, which is not material[33] Supply Chain Finance Programs The company participates in voluntary supply chain finance (SCF) programs, allowing suppliers to sell receivables to financial institutions. Outstanding payment obligations to financial institutions were $2.9 billion as of June 30, 2023, down from $3.1 billion at December 31, 2022. All SCF activity is reflected in operating cash flows - Outstanding payment obligations to financial institutions under SCF programs were $2.9 billion as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from $3.1 billion at December 31, 2022[35] - The amount settled through the SCF program was $2.1 billion for the six months ended June 30, 2023, up from $1.8 billion in the prior year[35] Earnings Per Share Basic earnings per share for the three months ended June 30, 2023, was $2.45, down from $2.63 in the prior year, while diluted EPS was $2.44, down from $2.62. For the six months, basic EPS increased to $4.61 from $4.36, and diluted EPS increased to $4.58 from $4.34 Earnings Per Share (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Net income | $344,494 | $372,529 | $648,451 | $618,367 | | Weighted average common shares outstanding | 140,574 | 141,581 | 140,688 | 141,747 | | Basic earnings per share | $2.45 | $2.63 | $4.61 | $4.36 | | Diluted earnings per share | $2.44 | $2.62 | $4.58 | $4.34 | 2. Segment Information The company operates in two reportable segments: Automotive and Industrial. For the three months ended June 30, 2023, total net sales increased to $5.9 billion, with Automotive sales at $3.7 billion and Industrial sales at $2.3 billion. Total segment profit increased by 11.8% to $612.7 million, driven by a 25.7% increase in Industrial segment profit. Certain corporate costs were reallocated starting in 2023, impacting segment profit comparability Three Months Ended June 30, (in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | % Change | | :-------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Automotive Net sales | $3,654,999 | $3,467,494 | $187,505 | 5.4% | | Industrial Net sales | $2,260,007 | $2,134,920 | $125,087 | 5.9% | | Total net sales | $5,915,006 | $5,602,414 | $312,592 | 5.6% | | Automotive Segment profit | $329,347 | $322,553 | $6,794 | 2.1% | | Industrial Segment profit | $283,372 | $225,472 | $57,900 | 25.7% | | Total segment profit | $612,719 | $548,025 | $64,694 | 11.8% | Six Months Ended June 30, (in thousands) | Metric | 2023 | 2022 | Change | % Change | | :-------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | :----------- | | Automotive Net sales | $7,160,826 | $6,743,115 | $417,711 | 6.2% | | Industrial Net sales | $4,519,298 | $4,153,934 | $365,364 | 8.8% | | Total net sales | $11,680,124 | $10,897,049 | $783,075 | 7.2% | | Automotive Segment profit | $593,767 | $587,126 | $6,641 | 1.1% | | Industrial Segment profit | $545,359 | $413,825 | $131,534 | 31.8% | | Total segment profit | $1,139,126 | $1,000,951 | $138,175 | 13.8% | - Beginning in 2023, certain corporate functions (cybersecurity, product liability litigation management) are no longer allocated to segments, impacting comparability with 2022 segment financial information[39] 3. Accounts Receivable Sales Agreement Under the A/R Sales Agreement, the company continuously sells designated receivables to a special purpose entity, maintaining approximately $1.0 billion outstanding. Receivables sold for the six months ended June 30, 2023, totaled $4.3 billion, with associated fees of $29 million - The total principal amount outstanding of receivables sold under the A/R Sales Agreement is approximately $1.0 billion as of June 30, 2023 and December 31, 2022[43] Receivables Sold and Cash Collected (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Receivables sold and derecognized | $2,139,392 | $2,242,273 | $4,304,799 | $4,478,718 | | Cash collected on sold receivables | $2,139,393 | $2,242,274 | $4,304,804 | $4,278,729 | | Fees due to financial institutions | $15,000 | $4,000 | $29,000 | $7,000 | 4. Employee Benefit Plans Net periodic benefit income from pension plans for the six months ended June 30, 2023, was a benefit of $22.2 million, an increase from $13.5 million in the prior year, primarily due to higher expected returns on plan assets Net Periodic Benefit Income (in thousands) | Component | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | Service cost | $1,503 | $2,586 | $2,997 | $5,202 | | Interest cost | $26,136 | $18,849 | $52,253 | $37,716 | | Expected return on plan assets | $(41,263) | $(37,646) | $(82,503) | $(75,318) | | Amortization of prior service cost | $173 | $172 | $346 | $344 | | Amortization of actuarial loss | $2,340 | $9,275 | $4,681 | $18,554 | | Net periodic benefit income | $(11,111) | $(6,764) | $(22,226) | $(13,502) | 5. Acquisitions The company acquired businesses for approximately $116 million during the six months ended June 30, 2023, significantly less than the $1.6 billion spent in the prior year, which included the Kaman Distribution Group (KDG) acquisition - Acquired businesses for approximately $116 million (net of cash acquired) during the six months ended June 30, 2023[46] - In the prior year (January 3, 2022), the company acquired Kaman Distribution Group (KDG) for approximately $1.3 billion in cash[47] 6. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (AOCL) improved from $(1.03) billion at January 1, 2023, to $(1.01) billion at June 30, 2023, primarily due to positive foreign currency translation adjustments and pension and postretirement benefit adjustments Changes in Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss by Component (Six Months Ended June 30, 2023, in thousands) | Component | Beginning Balance, Jan 1, 2023 | Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), net of income taxes | Ending Balance, June 30, 2023 | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------- | :---------------------------- | | Pension and Other Post Retirement Benefits | $(506,610) | $3,826 | $(502,784) | | Cash Flow Hedges | $(2,572) | $2,572 | $0 | | Foreign Currency Translation | $(523,360) | $14,287 | $(509,073) | | Total | $(1,032,542) | $20,685 | $(1,011,857) | 7. Commitments and Contingencies The company is involved in approximately 2,200 pending product liability lawsuits. The accrued liability for these claims was $208 million as of June 30, 2023, a decrease from $220 million at December 31, 2022. There are no material environmental matters to disclose - Approximately 2,200 pending product liability lawsuits are ongoing[50] - Accrued liability for pending and future product liability claims was $208 million as of June 30, 2023 (estimated range $182M-$257M), down from $220 million as of December 31, 2022 (estimated range $190M-$270M)[50] Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations This section provides management's perspective on the company's financial performance and condition for the three and six months ended June 30, 2023. It highlights revenue growth driven by strong customer demand and strategic pricing, particularly in the Industrial segment, while also discussing changes in operating expenses, segment profitability, and liquidity. The company emphasizes its global distribution of automotive and industrial replacement parts and its strategic priorities for capital deployment Overview Genuine Parts Company is a global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, operating in North America, Europe, and Australasia. The Automotive Parts Group accounted for 61% of total revenues, and the Industrial Parts Group accounted for 39% for the six months ended June 30, 2023 - Genuine Parts Company is a global distributor of automotive and industrial replacement parts, operating in North America, Europe, and Australasia[57] - Automotive Parts Group accounted for 61% of total revenues, and Industrial Parts Group accounted for 39% for the six months ended June 30, 2023[58] Key Performance Indicators The company assesses its business using key performance indicators such as Comparable Sales, Gross Profit and Gross Margin, Selling, Administrative and Other Expenses (SG&A), Segment Profit and Segment Margin, Net Income, and EBITDA, along with their adjusted measures - Key performance indicators include Comparable Sales, Gross Profit and Gross Margin, Selling, Administrative and Other Expenses (SG&A), Segment Profit and Segment Margin, Net Income, and EBITDA (and their adjusted measures)[59] Results of Operations Overall revenues grew 5.6% for the three months and 7.2% for the six months ended June 30, 2023, driven by solid customer demand and strategic pricing. Gross margin expanded, but net income for the three-month period decreased due to higher operating expenses, while the six-month period saw net income growth Net Sales Net sales increased by 5.6% for the three months and 7.2% for the six months ended June 30, 2023, primarily due to comparable sales growth (4.9% and 6.8% respectively) and acquisitions, partially offset by unfavorable foreign currency impacts. Both Automotive and Industrial segments contributed to this growth - Net sales for the three months ended June 30, 2023, increased 5.6% (4.9% comparable sales, 1.8% acquisitions, offset by 1.1% foreign currency)[65] - Net sales for the six months ended June 30, 2023, increased 7.2% (6.8% comparable sales, 2.1% acquisitions, offset by 1.7% foreign currency)[66] Net Sales by Segment (in thousands) | Segment | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | | Automotive | $3,654,999 | $3,467,494 | 5.4% | | Industrial | $2,260,007 | $2,134,920 | 5.9% | | Segment | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | | Automotive | $7,160,826 | $6,743,115 | 6.2% | | Industrial | $4,519,298 | $4,153,934 | 8.8% | Gross Profit and Gross Margin Gross profit increased by 8.9% for the three months and 9.5% for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Gross margin expanded by 110 basis points to 36.1% for the three-month period and by 70 basis points to 35.5% for the six-month period, driven by strategic pricing and sourcing initiatives Gross Profit and Gross Margin | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Basis Point Change | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | :----------------- | | Gross profit | $2,134,743 | $1,960,799 | 8.9% | - | | Gross margin | 36.1% | 35.0% | - | +110 bps | | Metric | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Basis Point Change | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | :----------------- | | Gross profit | $4,148,144 | $3,786,746 | 9.5% | - | | Gross margin | 35.5% | 34.8% | - | +70 bps | - Gross margin improvements reflect positive contributions from strategic pricing and sourcing initiatives[75] Operating Expenses Selling, administrative and other expenses (SG&A) as a percentage of sales increased by 240 basis points to 26.7% for the three months and by 110 basis points to 26.5% for the six months ended June 30, 2023. Excluding prior year one-time benefits, the increase was 100 basis points and 60 basis points, respectively, primarily due to wage inflation and IT investments SG&A Expenses as % of Sales | Period | 2023 | 2022 | Change (bps) | | :-------------------- | :----- | :----- | :----------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | 26.7% | 24.3% | +240 bps | | Six Months Ended June 30, | 26.5% | 25.4% | +110 bps | Adjusted SG&A Expenses as % of Sales (excluding prior year one-time benefits) | Period | Change (bps) | | :-------------------- | :----------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | +100 bps | | Six Months Ended June 30, | +60 bps | - Increases in SG&A are primarily driven by increased personnel costs due to wage inflation and global investments in information technology[76] Segment Profit Automotive segment profit increased slightly (2.1% for three months, 1.1% for six months), but segment margin decreased due to lower U.S. sales and higher costs. Industrial segment profit saw strong growth (25.7% for three months, 31.8% for six months) with significant margin expansion, driven by strong sales, expense leveraging, and strategic initiatives Segment Profit and Margin | Segment | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Margin 2023 | Margin 2022 | Margin Change (bps) | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------- | :---------- | :------------------ | | Automotive | $329,347 | $322,553 | 2.1% | 9.0% | 9.3% | -30 bps | | Industrial | $283,372 | $225,472 | 25.7% | 12.5% | 10.6% | +190 bps | | Segment | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Margin 2023 | Margin 2022 | Margin Change (bps) | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------- | :---------- | :---------- | :------------------ | | Automotive | $593,767 | $587,126 | 1.1% | 8.3% | 8.7% | -40 bps | | Industrial | $545,359 | $413,825 | 31.8% | 12.1% | 10.0% | +210 bps | - Automotive segment profit was negatively impacted by lower than expected sales in the U.S. and higher wages/IT investments[78] - Industrial segment margin improved due to strong sales growth, expense leveraging, and strategic initiatives in category management and pricing[79] Income Taxes The effective income tax rate for the three months ended June 30, 2023, was 24.1%, a slight decrease from 24.2% in the prior year, mainly due to excess tax stock compensation benefits. For the six months, the rate increased to 24.5% from 24.3% due to one-time adjustments in 2022. The full-year estimated effective tax rate is expected to be between 24.4% and 24.8% Effective Income Tax Rate | Period | 2023 | 2022 | Change (bps) | | :-------------------- | :----- | :----- | :----------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | 24.1% | 24.2% | -10 bps | | Six Months Ended June 30, | 24.5% | 24.3% | +20 bps | Full Year Estimated Effective Tax Rate 24.4% to 24.8% Net Income Net income for the three months ended June 30, 2023, decreased by 7.5% to $344 million, or $2.44 diluted EPS. However, on an adjusted basis (excluding prior year one-time items), net income increased by 10.0% to $344 million, or $2.44 adjusted diluted EPS. For the six months, net income increased by 4.9% to $648 million, or $4.58 diluted EPS, and adjusted net income increased by 12.0% to $648 million, or $4.58 adjusted diluted EPS Net Income and Diluted EPS (GAAP) | Period | Net Income 2023 | Net Income 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Diluted EPS 2023 | Diluted EPS 2022 | % Change (YoY) | | :-------------------- | :-------------- | :-------------- | :------------- | :--------------- | :--------------- | :------------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | $344,494 | $372,529 | -7.5% | $2.44 | $2.62 | -6.9% | | Six Months Ended June 30, | $648,451 | $618,367 | 4.9% | $4.58 | $4.34 | 5.5% | Adjusted Net Income and Diluted EPS (excluding prior year one-time items) | Period | Adjusted Net Income 2023 | Adjusted Net Income 2022 | % Change (YoY) | Adjusted Diluted EPS 2023 | Adjusted Diluted EPS 2022 | % Change (YoY) | | :-------------------- | :----------------------- | :----------------------- | :------------- | :------------------------ | :------------------------ | :------------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | $344,494 | $313,088 | 10.0% | $2.44 | $2.20 | 10.9% | | Six Months Ended June 30, | $648,451 | $578,737 | 12.0% | $4.58 | $4.06 | 12.8% | Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Period | 2023 | 2022 | % Change (YoY) | | :-------------------- | :----------- | :----------- | :------------- | | Three Months Ended June 30, | $561,417 | $520,973 | 7.8% | | Six Months Ended June 30, | $1,069,902 | $979,823 | 9.2% | Non-GAAP Financial Measures The company uses non-GAAP measures like adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS, and adjusted EBITDA to provide supplemental information on core operations, enhance comparability, and distinguish ongoing results from infrequent items. Reconciliations to GAAP measures are provided, showing adjustments for gains on real estate sales, insurance proceeds, and acquisition-related costs - Adjusted net income, adjusted diluted EPS, and adjusted EBITDA are non-GAAP measures used to provide transparency into core operations and enhance comparability[87][88] Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income to Adjusted Net Income (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | GAAP net income | $344,494 | $372,529 | $648,451 | $618,367 | | Total adjustments | — | $(76,732) | — | $(50,817) | | Tax impact of adjustments | — | $17,291 | — | $11,187 | | Adjusted net income | $344,494 | $313,088 | $648,451 | $578,737 | Reconciliation of GAAP Diluted EPS to Adjusted Diluted EPS | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | GAAP diluted earnings per share | $2.44 | $2.62 | $4.58 | $4.34 | | Total adjustments | — | $(0.54) | — | $(0.36) | | Tax impact of adjustments | — | $0.12 | — | $0.08 | | Adjusted diluted earnings per share | $2.44 | $2.20 | $4.58 | $4.06 | Reconciliation of GAAP Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA (in thousands) | Metric | Three Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Three Months Ended June 30, 2022 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2023 | Six Months Ended June 30, 2022 | | :-------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :------------------------------ | :------------------------------ | | GAAP net income | $344,494 | $372,529 | $648,451 | $618,367 | | Depreciation and amortization | $90,873 | $85,890 | $178,088 | $173,259 | | Interest expense, net | $16,455 | $20,248 | $33,319 | $40,098 | | Income taxes | $109,595 | $119,038 | $210,044 | $198,916 | | EBITDA | $561,417 | $597,705 | $1,069,902 | $1,030,640 | | Total adjustments | — | $(76,732) | — | $(50,817) | | Adjusted EBITDA | $561,417 | $520,973 | $1,069,902 | $979,823 | Financial Condition The company's cash balance decreased by $123 million to $530 million as of June 30, 2023. Operating cash flow decreased by $334 million compared to the prior year, partly due to an increase in day sales outstanding. Total debt increased by $75 million to $3.4 billion - Cash balance was $530 million as of June 30, 2023, a decrease of $123 million from December 31, 2022[94] - Net cash provided by operating activities decreased by $334 million for the six months ended June 30, 2023, compared to the prior year, partly due to a $200 million benefit in 2022 from an increased A/R Sales Agreement facility limit and an increase in day sales outstanding[95] - Total debt increased by $75 million (2.3%) to $3.4 billion at June 30, 2023, from December 31, 2022[96] Liquidity and Capital Resources The company maintains strong liquidity with $2.0 billion available as of June 30, 2023, comprising $1.4 billion from its revolving credit facility and $530 million in cash. It expects existing liquidity and operating cash flows to fund ongoing activities, capital expenditures, acquisitions, debt obligations, and dividends. The company increased its quarterly cash dividend by 6% in February 2023, marking its 67th consecutive year of increased dividends - Total liquidity was $2.0 billion as of June 30, 2023, consisting of $1.4 billion availability on the revolving credit facility and $530 million in cash and cash equivalents[97] - The company announced a 6% increase in the regular quarterly cash dividend for 2023, raising the annual rate to $3.80 per share, marking the 67th consecutive year of increased dividends[101] - The total average cost of debt was 2.39% at June 30, 2023, and the company remains in compliance with all debt covenants[99] Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk The company's exposure to market risk has not materially changed since December 31, 2022, as referenced in its 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K - The company's exposure to market risk has not materially changed since December 31, 2022[102] Item 4. Controls and Procedures Management, including the CEO and CFO, concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2023. There have been no material changes in internal control over financial reporting during the quarter - Disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 30, 2023, providing reasonable assurance that required information is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported timely[103][104] - No material changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter ended June 30, 2023[105] PART II – OTHER INFORMATION This section covers legal proceedings, risk factors, equity security sales, other information, and exhibits Item 1. Legal Proceedings Information regarding legal proceedings is incorporated by reference from the Commitments and Contingencies Footnote in Item 1 of Part I - Legal proceedings information is referenced from the Commitments and Contingencies Footnote in Item 1 of Part I[107] Item 1A. Risk Factors Readers should consider the risk factors discussed in the company's 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K, as no new material risks have been identified - Risk factors are discussed in the 2022 Annual Report on Form 10-K, with no additional material risks identified in this report[108] Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds During the three months ended June 30, 2023, the company repurchased 568,921 shares of common stock at an average price of $159.92 per share. Approximately 9.5 million shares remain available under the existing repurchase authorization Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities (Three Months Ended June 30, 2023) | Period | Total Number of Shares Purchased | Average Price Paid Per Share | Total Number of Shares Purchased as Part of Publicly Announced Plans or Programs | Maximum Number of Shares That May Yet Be Purchased Under the Plans or Programs | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------------------- | :--------------------------- | :------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | April 1, 2023 through April 30, 2023 | 86,072 | $165.86 | 82,652 | 9,799,340 | | May 1, 2023 through May 31, 2023 | 427,874 | $159.30 | 295,677 | 9,503,663 | | June 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023 | 54,975 | $155.40 | 51,244 | 9,452,419 | | Totals | 568,921 | $159.92 | 429,573 | 9,452,419 | - Approximately 9.5 million shares remain available for repurchase under the authorization announced on August 21, 2017[111] Item 5. Other Information No directors or executive officers adopted, modified, or terminated any Rule 10b5-1 trading plans during the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023 - No Rule 10b5-1 trading plans were adopted, modified, or terminated by directors or executive officers during the quarter ended June 30, 2023[112] Item 6. Exhibits This section lists the exhibits filed or furnished as part of the report, including organizational documents, certifications (CEO, CFO), XBRL instance documents, and the cover page - Exhibits include Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation, By-Laws, CEO and CFO certifications (pursuant to SEC Rule 13a-14(a) and 18 U.S.C. Section 1350), XBRL taxonomy documents, and the Inline XBRL formatted cover page[113] SIGNATURES The report was duly signed on behalf of Genuine Parts Company by Bert Nappier, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, on July 20, 2023 - The report was signed by Bert Nappier, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, on July 20, 2023[115]