UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
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Date of Report (Date of Earliest Event Reported):
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May 8, 2015
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Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc.
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
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Florida
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001-15799
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650701248
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(State or other jurisdiction
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(Commission
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(I.R.S. Employer
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of incorporation)
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File Number)
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Identification No.)
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4400 Biscayne Blvd., 12th Floor, Miami, Florida
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33137
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(Address of principal executive offices)
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(Zip Code)
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Registrants telephone number, including area code:
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(305) 572-4100
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Not Applicable
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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:
[ ] Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425)
[ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12)
[ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b))
[ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c))
Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.
On May 8, 2015, Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. issued a press release announcing financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2015. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
The information included herein and in Exhibit 99.1 shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 ("Exchange Act") or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act, except as expressly set forth by specific reference in such a filing.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d) Exhibits.
99.1 Press release dated May 8, 2015.
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.
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Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc.
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May 8, 2015
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By:
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/s/ Brett H. Kaufman
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Name: Brett H. Kaufman
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Title: Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Exhibit Index
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Exhibit No.
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Description
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99.1
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Press release dated May 8, 2015.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
LADENBURG THALMANN REPORTS
FIRST QUARTER 2015 FINANCIAL RESULTS
Highlights:
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First quarter 2015 revenues of $278.8 million, up 32% year-over-year |
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First quarter 2015 EBITDA, as adjusted, of $10.5 million |
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Record client assets of approximately $127 billion, up 42% year-over-year |
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Trailing twelve month recurring revenue of 71% in independent brokerage and advisory
services segment |
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Shareholders equity of $399 million at March 31, 2015 |
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Completed acquisition of Securities Service Network, Inc. on January 2, 2015, adding
approximately 450 financial advisors and approximately $13 billion in client assets |
MIAMI, FL, May 8, 2015 Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. (NYSE MKT: LTS,
LTS PrA) today announced financial results for the three months ended March 31, 2015.
Dr. Phillip Frost, Chairman of Ladenburg, said, Ladenburgs first quarter revenues benefited
from a substantial increase in our independent brokerage and advisory services business, partially
offset by a decrease in investment banking business, resulting in adjusted EBITDA of $10.5
million. We now have record client assets of approximately $127 billion, up 42% year-over-year,
and we feel positive about the outlook for our capital markets business for the coming quarters.
Richard Lampen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Ladenburg, said, We have
significant momentum in our independent broker-dealer business as a result of organic growth,
recruiting and acquisitions, and weve seen growth in recurring revenues and asset management
fees. Ladenburg has a strong team in our investment banking/capital markets business and, despite
a decline in equity capital raises for small and mid-cap public companies in the first quarter, we
are encouraged by our pipeline of potential deals. We remain focused on building on the success
of these two complementary and profitable business lines to continue driving value for
shareholders.
First Quarter 2015
First quarter 2015 revenues were $278.8 million, a 32% increase from revenues of $211.8
million in the first quarter of 2014, in part due to the acquisitions of Highland Capital
Brokerage, Inc. (Highland), KMS Financial Services, Inc. (KMS) and Securities Service Network,
Inc. (SSN). For the trailing twelve months ended March 31, 2015, revenues were $988.3 million.
Advisory fee revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2015 increased by 44% to $110.5 million
from $76.9 million for the comparable period in 2014, resulting from the KMS and SSN acquisitions,
strong new business development and favorable market conditions.
Net loss attributable to the Company for the first quarter of 2015 was $3.6 million, as
compared to net income attributable to the Company of $4.3 million in the first quarter of 2014.
Net loss available to common shareholders, after payment of preferred dividends, was $9.9 million
or ($0.05) per basic and diluted common share for the first quarter of 2015, as compared to net
income available to common shareholders of $1.1 million or $0.01 per basic and diluted common
share in the comparable 2014 period. The first quarter 2015 results included approximately $9.9
million of non-cash charges for depreciation, amortization and compensation, $2.7 million of
amortization of retention and forgivable loans, $1.4 million of interest expense, $1.7 million of
income tax benefit and $0.3 million of loss on extinguishment of debt, while the first quarter
2014 results included approximately $5.8 million of non-cash charges for depreciation,
amortization and compensation, $2.8 million of amortization of retention and forgivable loans,
$1.9 million of interest expense, $0.6 million of income tax expense and $0.3 million of loss on
extinguishment of debt.
Recurring Revenues
For the three months ended March 31, 2015, recurring revenues, which consist of advisory fees,
trailing commissions, cash sweep fees and certain other fees, represented approximately 73% of
revenues from the Companys independent brokerage and advisory services business. Recurring
revenues for this business were 71% for the trailing twelve months ended March 31, 2015.
EBITDA, as adjusted
EBITDA, as adjusted, for the first quarter of 2015 was $10.5 million, a 33% decrease from
$15.7 million in the 2014 period. For the trailing twelve months ended March 31, 2015,
EBITDA, as adjusted, was $55.9 million. Attached hereto as Table 2 is a reconciliation of EBITDA,
as adjusted, to net (loss) income attributable to the Company as reported (see Non-GAAP Financial
Measures below).
Stock Repurchases
During the quarter ended March 31, 2015, Ladenburg repurchased 403,841 shares of its common
stock at a cost of approximately $1.6 million, representing an average price per share of $3.93.
Since the inception of its stock repurchase program in March 2007, Ladenburg has repurchased
14,499,993 shares at a total cost of approximately $24.9 million, including purchases of 7,500,000
shares outside its stock repurchase program. Ladenburg has the authority to repurchase an
additional 10,500,007 shares under its current repurchase plan.
Non-GAAP Financial Measures
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization, or EBITDA, adjusted for
acquisition-related expense, amortization of retention and forgivable loans, change in fair value
of contingent consideration related to acquisitions, loss on extinguishment of debt, non-cash
compensation expense, financial advisor acquisition expense and other expense, which includes loss
on write-off of receivable from subtenant and compensation expense that may be paid in stock, is a
key metric the Company uses in evaluating its financial performance. EBITDA, as adjusted, is
considered a non-GAAP financial measure as defined by Regulation G promulgated by the SEC under the
Securities Act of 1933, as amended. The Company considers EBITDA, as adjusted, important in
evaluating its financial performance on a consistent basis across various periods. Due to the
significance of non-cash and non-recurring items, EBITDA, as adjusted, enables the Companys Board
of Directors and management to monitor and evaluate the business on a consistent basis. The
Company uses EBITDA, as adjusted, as a primary measure, among others, to analyze and evaluate
financial and strategic planning decisions regarding future operating investments and potential
acquisitions. The Company believes that EBITDA, as adjusted, eliminates items that are not
indicative of its core operating performance, such as amortization of retention and forgivable
loans and financial advisor acquisition expenses, or do not involve a cash outlay, such as
stock-related compensation, which is expected to remain a key element in our long-term incentive
compensation program. EBITDA, as adjusted, should be considered in addition to, rather than as a
substitute for, income before income taxes, net income and cash flows from operating activities.
About Ladenburg
Ladenburg Thalmann Financial Services Inc. (NYSE MKT: LTS, LTS PrA) is a publicly-traded
diversified financial services company based in Miami, Florida. Ladenburgs subsidiaries include
industry-leading independent broker-dealer firms Securities America, Inc., Triad Advisors, Inc.,
Securities Service Network, Inc., Investacorp, Inc. and KMS Financial Services, Inc., as well as
Premier Trust, Inc., Ladenburg Thalmann Asset Management Inc., Highland Capital Brokerage, Inc., a
leading independent life insurance brokerage company, and Ladenburg Thalmann & Co. Inc., an
investment bank which has been a member of the New York Stock Exchange for 135 years. The company
is committed to investing in the growth of its subsidiaries while respecting and maintaining their
individual business identities, cultures, and leadership. For more information, please visit
www.ladenburg.com.
Contact: Paul Caminiti/Emily Deissler
Sard Verbinnen & Co
212-687-8080
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This press release includes certain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding future financial
performance, future growth, growth of our independent brokerage and advisory business, growth of
our investment banking business and future levels of recurring revenue. These statements are
based on managements current expectations or beliefs and are subject to uncertainty and changes
in circumstances. Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by the
statements herein due to changes in economic, business, competitive and/or regulatory factors,
including the Department of Labors proposed rule and exemptions pertaining to the fiduciary
status of investment advice providers to 401(k) plan, plan sponsors, plan participants and the
holders of individual retirement or health savings accounts, and other risks and uncertainties
affecting the operation of the Companys business. These risks, uncertainties and contingencies
include those set forth in the Companys annual report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2014 and other factors detailed from time to time in its other filings with the
Securities and Exchange Commission. The information set forth herein should be read in light of
such risks. Further, investors should keep in mind that the Companys quarterly revenue and
profits can fluctuate materially depending on many factors, including the number, size and timing
of completed offerings and other transactions. Accordingly, the Companys revenue and profits in
any particular quarter may not be indicative of future results. The Company is under no
obligation to, and expressly disclaims any obligation to, update or alter its forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, changes in assumptions or
otherwise.
[Financial Tables Follow]
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TABLE 1
LADENBURG THALMANN FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Dollars in thousands, except share and per share amounts)
(Unaudited)
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Three Months Ended |
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March 31, |
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2015 |
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2014 |
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% Change |
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Revenues: |
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Commissions |
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$ |
139,419 |
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$ |
100,599 |
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38.6 |
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Advisory fees |
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110,531 |
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76,879 |
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43.8 |
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Investment banking |
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6,607 |
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15,999 |
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(58.7 |
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Principal transactions |
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424 |
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782 |
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(45.8 |
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Interest and dividends |
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547 |
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1,703 |
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(67.9 |
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Service fees and other income |
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21,295 |
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15,856 |
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34.3 |
% |
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Total revenues |
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278,823 |
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211,818 |
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31.6 |
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Expenses: |
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Commissions and fees |
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210,962 |
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151,739 |
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39.0 |
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Compensation and benefits |
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34,406 |
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27,890 |
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23.4 |
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Non-cash compensation |
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3,260 |
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1,927 |
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69.2 |
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Brokerage, communication and clearance fees |
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5,425 |
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4,407 |
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23.1 |
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Rent and occupancy, net of sublease revenue |
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2,140 |
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1,533 |
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39.6 |
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Professional services |
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3,109 |
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2,148 |
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44.7 |
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Interest |
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1,440 |
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1,893 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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6,590 |
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3,838 |
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71.7 |
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Acquisition-related expense |
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108 |
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Amortization of retention and forgivable loans |
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2,698 |
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2,780 |
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Loss on extinguishment of debt |
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252 |
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314 |
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(19.7 |
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Other |
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13,756 |
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8,504 |
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61.8 |
% |
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Total expenses |
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284,146 |
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206,973 |
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(Loss) income before item shown below |
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(5,323 |
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4,845 |
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(209.9 |
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Change in fair value of contingent consideration |
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31 |
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12 |
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158.3 |
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(Loss) income before income taxes |
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(5,292 |
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4,857 |
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(209.0 |
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Income tax (benefit) expense |
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(1,720 |
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593 |
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(390.1 |
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Net (loss) income |
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(3,572 |
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4,264 |
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Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interest |
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(20 |
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(21 |
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(4.8 |
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Net (loss) income attributable to the Company |
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$ |
(3,552 |
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$ |
4,285 |
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(182.9 |
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Dividends declared on preferred stock |
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(6,332 |
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(3,225 |
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96.3 |
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Net (loss) income available to common shareholders |
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$ |
(9,884 |
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$ |
1,060 |
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(1032.5 |
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Net (loss) income per share available to common shareholders (basic) |
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$ |
(0.05 |
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$ |
0.01 |
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(1119.8 |
%) |
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Net (loss) income per share available to common shareholders (diluted) |
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$ |
(0.05 |
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$ |
0.01 |
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(1119.8 |
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Weighted average common shares used in computation of per share data: |
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Basic |
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184,998,551 |
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181,502,068 |
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1.9 |
% |
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Diluted |
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184,998,551 |
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202,332,855 |
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(8.6 |
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TABLE 2
LADENBURG THALMANN FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
The following table presents a reconciliation of EBITDA, as adjusted, to net (loss) income
attributable to the Company as reported.
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Three Months Ended |
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Trailing Twelve |
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March 31, |
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Months Ended |
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March 31, |
(Unaudited) |
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(dollars in thousands) |
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2015 |
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2014 |
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% Change |
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2015 |
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Total revenues |
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$ |
278,823 |
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$ |
211,818 |
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31.6 |
% |
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$ |
988,258 |
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Total expenses |
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284,146 |
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206,973 |
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37.3 |
% |
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988,432 |
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(Loss) income before income taxes |
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(5,292 |
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4,857 |
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209.0 |
% |
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(143 |
) |
Net (loss) income attributable to the |
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(3,552 |
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4,285 |
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(182.9 |
%) |
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25,596 |
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Company |
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Reconciliation of EBITDA, as adjusted, to
net (loss) income attributable to the
Company: |
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EBITDA, as adjusted (1) |
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$ |
10,490 |
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$ |
15,729 |
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(33.3 |
%) |
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$ |
55,939 |
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Add: |
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Interest income |
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60 |
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53 |
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13.2 |
% |
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252 |
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Change in fair value of contingent
consideration |
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31 |
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12 |
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158.3 |
% |
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31 |
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Less: |
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Loss on extinguishment of debt |
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(252 |
) |
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(314 |
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(19.7 |
%) |
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(486 |
) |
Interest expense |
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(1,440 |
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(1,893 |
) |
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(23.9 |
%) |
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(6,537 |
) |
Income tax benefit (expense) |
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1,720 |
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(593 |
) |
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(390.1 |
%) |
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25,659 |
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Depreciation and amortization |
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(6,590 |
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(3,838 |
) |
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71.7 |
% |
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(21,149 |
) |
Non-cash compensation expense |
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(3,260 |
) |
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(1,927 |
) |
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69.2 |
% |
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(11,874 |
) |
Acquisition-related expense |
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(108 |
) |
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* |
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(2,450 |
) |
Amortization of retention and
forgivable loans |
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(2,698 |
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(2,780 |
) |
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(2.9 |
%) |
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(10,959 |
) |
Financial advisor acquisition expense |
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(520 |
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(164 |
) |
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217.1 |
% |
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(1,845 |
) |
Other (2) |
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(985 |
) |
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* |
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(985 |
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Net (loss) income attributable to
the Company |
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$ |
(3,552 |
) |
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$ |
4,285 |
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(182.9 |
%) |
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$ |
25,596 |
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* Not Meaningful
(1) |
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Results for the three months ended March 31, 2014 have been restated to include
adjustments for financial advisor acquisition expense of $164 and amortization of forgivable
loans of $992 to conform to the 2015 presentation. |
(2) |
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Consists primarily of loss on write-off of receivable from subtenant of $855. |
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