UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549

FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)

[X]     QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended December 31, 2006

OR

[   ]      TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from ________________________ to ________________________

Commission File Number:  1-11692


Ethan Allen Interiors Inc.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware
  06-1275288
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)   (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

Ethan Allen Drive, Danbury, Connecticut
  06811
(Address of principal executive offices)   (Zip Code)

(203) 743-8000
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

N/A
(Former name, former address and former fiscal year, if changed since last report)

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days.

[X] Yes [    ] No

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer or a non-accelerated filer. See definition of “accelerated filer” and “large accelerated filer” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

Large accelerated filer [X] Accelerated filer [    ] Non-accelerated filer [    ]

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act).

[    ] Yes [X] No

Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer’s classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date.

At December 31, 2006, there were 31,737,339 shares
of Class A Common Stock, par value $.01, outstanding.

ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Item        Page

Part I - Financial Information

1.   Financial Statements as of December 31, 2006 (unaudited) and
           June 30, 2006 and for the three and six months ended
           December 31, 2006 and 2005 (unaudited)
 

            Consolidated Balance Sheets
   2

            Consolidated Statements of Operations
   3

            Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
   4

            Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity
   5

            Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
   6

2.    Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial
            Condition and Results of Operations
22

3.    Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
34

4.    Controls and Procedures
34

Part II - Other Information

1.    Legal Proceedings
35

1A.    Risk Factors
35

2.    Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds
35

3.    Defaults Upon Senior Securities
35

4.    Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders
35

5.    Other Information
35

6.    Exhibits
35

       Signatures
36

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PART I — FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1.  Financial Statements

ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(In thousands, except share data)

December 31,
2006

June 30,
2006

  (unaudited)  
ASSETS            
Current assets:  
    Cash and cash equivalents   $ 155,564   $ 173,801  
    Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful accounts
       of $1,928 at December 31, 2006 and $2,074 at June 30, 2006
    15,212    22,179  
    Inventories (note 4)    179,604    189,650  
    Prepaid expenses and other current assets    34,200    29,430  
    Deferred income taxes    7,348    8,696  


           Total current assets    391,928    423,756  
 
Property, plant and equipment, net    312,581    294,170  
Goodwill and other intangible assets (notes 6 and 7)    90,127    87,899  
Other assets (note 8)    6,122    6,416  


       Total assets   $ 800,758   $ 812,241  


LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY   
Current liabilities:  
    Current maturities of long-term debt (note 8)   $ 39   $ 39  
    Customer deposits    46,709    53,203  
    Accounts payable    23,403    28,549  
    Accrued compensation and benefits    32,709    33,314  
    Accrued expenses and other current liabilities (note 5)    31,508    30,613  


           Total current liabilities    134,368    145,718  
 
Long-term debt (note 8)    202,808    202,748  
Other long-term liabilities    12,183    12,151  
Deferred income taxes    30,985    34,182  


       Total liabilities    380,344    394,799  

Shareholders' equity:
  
Class A common stock, par value $.01, 150,000,000 shares
    authorized; 46,941,920 shares issued at December 31,
    2006 and 46,686,512 shares issued at June 30, 2006
    469    467  
Class B common stock, par value $.01, 600,000 shares
    authorized; no shares issued and outstanding at
    December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006
          
Preferred stock, par value $.01, 1,055,000 shares
    authorized; no shares issued and outstanding at
    December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006
          
Additional paid-in capital    315,548    307,852  


     316,017    308,319  
Less: Treasury stock (at cost), 15,204,581 shares at
    December 31, 2006 and 14,566,620 shares at June 30, 2006
    (444,370 )  (421,308 )

Retained earnings
    548,009    529,496  
Accumulated other comprehensive income (notes 8 and 11)    758    935  


       Total shareholders' equity    420,414    417,442  


       Total liabilities and shareholders' equity   $ 800,758   $ 812,241  


        See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except per share data)

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Net sales     $ 257,419   $ 276,003   $ 500,242   $ 527,317  
Cost of sales    123,669    136,149    240,163    260,923  




    Gross profit    133,750    139,854    260,079    266,394  
 
Operating expenses:  
  Selling    54,175    54,511    109,213    107,951  
  General and administrative    43,360    41,055    86,485    81,720  
  Restructuring and impairment charge (credit), net (note 5)    (314 )      13,622    4,241  




       Total operating expenses    97,221    95,566    209,320    193,912  




 
    Operating income    36,529    44,288    50,759    72,482  
 
Interest and other miscellaneous income, net    2,575    1,161    4,807    1,203  
Interest and other related financing costs (note 8)    2,915    2,974    5,853    3,402  




 
    Income before income taxes    36,189    42,475    49,713    70,283  
 
Income tax expense    13,397    16,311    18,469    26,989  




 
    Net income   $ 22,792   $ 26,164   $ 31,244   $ 43,294  




 
Per share data (note 10):   
 
Basic earnings per common share:  
 
    Net income per basic share   $ 0.72   $ 0.79   $ 0.98   $ 1.29  




 
    Basic weighted average common shares    31,737    33,078    31,776    33,499  
 
Diluted earnings per common share:  
 
    Net income per diluted share   $ 0.70   $ 0.77   $ 0.96   $ 1.26  




 
    Diluted weighted average common shares    32,503    33,845    32,567    34,236  

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(Unaudited)

(In thousands)

Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
Operating activities:            
     Net income   $ 31,244   $ 43,294  
     Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:  
       Depreciation and amortization    11,423    10,855  
       Compensation expense related to share-based awards    427    1,413  
       Provision (benefit) for deferred income taxes    (1,849 )  (3,977 )
       Excess tax benefits from share-based payment arrangements    (1,661 )  (88 )
       Restructuring and impairment charge (credit), net    9,619    2,915  
       (Gain) loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment    407    1,748  
       Other    483    137  
       Change in assets and liabilities, net of the effects of acquired businesses:  
          Accounts receivable    6,366    4,488  
           Inventories    13,796    (4,359 )
           Prepaid expenses and other current assets    (4,341 )  3,544  
           Other assets    267    474  
           Customer deposits    (8,181 )  (7,125 )
           Accounts payable    (4,145 )  8,005  
           Accrued expenses and other current liabilities    2,362    5,065  
           Other long-term liabilities    32    (336 )


Net cash provided by operating activities    56,249    66,053  


Investing activities:   
     Proceeds from the disposal of property, plant and equipment    61    1,568  
     Capital expenditures    (34,947 )  (21,149 )
     Acquisitions    (9,569 )  (1,690 )
     Cash payments on hedging contracts        (930 )
     Other    78    904  


Net cash used in investing activities    (44,377 )  (21,297 )


Financing activities:   
     Borrowings on revolving credit facility        17,000  
     Payments on revolving credit facility        (25,000 )
     Net proceeds from issuance of long-term debt        198,396  
     Payments on long-term debt     (19 )  (40 )
     Proceeds from issuance of common stock    126    518  
     Excess tax benefits from share-based payment arrangements    1,661    88  
     Payment of deferred financing costs    (107 )  (2,095 )
     Payment of cash dividends    (12,159 )  (11,220 )
     Purchases and other retirements of company stock    (19,536 )  (51,137 )


Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities    (30,034 )  126,510  


Effect of exchange rate changes on cash    (75 )  294  


Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents    (18,237 )  171,560  
Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of period    173,801    3,448  


Cash and cash equivalents - end of period   $ 155,564   $ 175,008  



See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity

Six Months Ended December 31, 2006

(Unaudited)

(In thousands, except share data)

Common
Stock

Additional
Paid-in
Capital

Treasury
Stock

Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive Income (Loss)

Retained
Earnings

Total
 
Balance at June 30, 2006     $ 467   $ 307,852   $ (421,308 ) $ 935   $ 529,496   $ 417,442  
 
Issuance of 255,408 shares of common stock
 upon exercise of share-based awards (note 3)
    2    5,416                5,418  
 
Compensation expense associated with
 share-based awards (note 3)
        427                427  
 
Tax benefit associated with exercise of
 share-based awards (note 3)
        1,661                1,661  
 
Charge for early vesting of share-based awards        22                22  
 
Treasury shares issued in connection with
 retail IDC acquisition (26,269 shares) (note 6)
        170    765            935  
 
Purchase/retirement of 664,230 shares of
 company stock (note 3)
            (23,827 )          (23,827 )
 
Dividends declared on common stock                    (12,731 )  (12,731 )
 
Other comprehensive income (notes 8 and 11):  
   Currency translation adjustments                (201 )      (201 )
   Reclass of loss on cash-flow hedge, net-of-tax                24        24  
Net income                    31,244    31,244  

   Total comprehensive income                             31,067  






 
Balance at December 31, 2006   $ 469   $ 315,548   $ (444,370 ) $ 758   $ 548,009   $ 420,414  







See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

(1)

Basis of Presentation

 

Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. ("Interiors") is a Delaware corporation incorporated on May 25, 1989. The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Interiors, its wholly-owned subsidiary Ethan Allen Global, Inc. ("Global"), and Global’s subsidiaries (collectively "we", "us", "our", "Ethan Allen", or the "Company"). All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in the consolidated financial statements. All of Global’s capital stock is owned by Interiors, which has no assets or operating results other than those associated with its investment in Global.

 

(2)

Interim Financial Presentation

 

All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in the consolidated financial statements. In our opinion, all adjustments, consisting only of normal recurring adjustments necessary for fair presentation, have been included in the consolidated financial statements. The results of operations for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 are not necessarily indicative of results that may be expected for the entire fiscal year. The interim consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and accompanying notes included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2006.

 

Certain prior year amounts have been reclassified in order for them to conform to the current year’s presentation. These changes were made for disclosure purposes only and did not have any impact on previously reported results of operations or shareholders’ equity.

 

(3)

Share-Based Compensation

 

Effective July 1, 2005, our 1992 Stock Option Plan (the "Plan") is accounted for in accordance with the recognition and measurement provisions of Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 123 (revised 2004), Share-Based Payment ("SFAS No. 123(R)"), which replaces SFAS No. 123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation, and supercedes Accounting Principles Board Opinion ("APB") No. 25, Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees, and related interpretations. SFAS No. 123(R) requires compensation costs related to share-based payment transactions, including employee stock options, to be recognized in the financial statements. In addition, we adhere to the guidance set forth within Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") Staff Accounting Bulletin ("SAB") No. 107, Share-Based Payment, which provides the Staff's views regarding the interaction between SFAS No. 123(R) and certain SEC rules and regulations and provides interpretations with respect to the valuation of share-based payments for public companies.

 

In adopting SFAS No. 123(R), we applied the modified prospective approach to transition. Under the modified prospective approach, the provisions of SFAS No. 123(R) are to be applied to new awards and to awards modified, repurchased, or cancelled after the required effective date. Additionally, compensation cost for the portion of awards for which the requisite service has not been rendered that are outstanding as of the required effective date shall be recognized as the requisite service is rendered on or after the required effective date. The compensation cost for that portion of awards shall be based on the grant-date fair value of those awards as calculated for either recognition or pro-forma disclosures under SFAS No. 123.

 

Consistent with our practice prior to the adoption of SFAS No. 123(R), we estimate, as of the date of grant, the fair value of stock options awarded using the Black-Scholes option-pricing model. Use of a valuation model requires management to make certain assumptions with respect to selected model inputs, including anticipated changes in the underlying stock price (i.e. expected volatility) and option exercise activity (i.e. expected life). Expected volatility is based on the historical volatility of our stock and other contributing factors. The expected life of

 

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

options granted, which represents the period of time that the options are expected to be outstanding, is based, primarily, on historical data.

 

Our results for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 include share-based compensation expense totaling $0.2 million and $0.4 million, respectively. For the three and six months ended December 31, 2005, share-based compensation expense totaled $0.3 million and $1.4 million, respectively. Such amounts have been included in the Consolidated Statements of Operations within selling, general and administrative expenses. During the three and six months ended December 31, 2006, we recognized related tax benefits associated with our share-based compensation arrangements totaling $0.1 million and $0.2 million, respectively. For the three and six months ended December 31, 2005, tax benefits recognized totaled $0.1 million and $0.6 million, respectively. Such amounts have been included in the Consolidated Statements of Operations within income tax expense.

 

During the quarter ended September 30, 2006, we received proceeds totaling $5.4 million upon the exercise of share-based awards. Approximately $5.3 million of the proceeds were in the form of Ethan Allen common stock (137,517 shares) with the remaining $0.1 million in cash. An additional 48,413 shares of Ethan Allen common stock were received to cover employee tax withholding liabilities associated with such exercise activity. All shares of Ethan Allen common stock received in connection with the exercise of share-based awards have been recorded as treasury stock and result in a reduction in shareholders’ equity. We recognized tax benefits totaling $1.6 million in connection with share-based award exercise activity occurring during the period.

 

(4)

Inventories

 

Inventories at December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006 are summarized as follows (in thousands):

 

December 31,
2006

  June 30,
2006

Finished goods     $ 146,562         $ 155,630  
Work in process       6,597           6,111  
Raw materials       26,445           27,909  


      $ 179,604         $ 189,650  



Inventories are presented net of a related valuation allowance of $2.9 million at both December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006.

 

(5)

Plant Consolidations

 

In recent years, we have developed, announced and executed plans to consolidate our manufacturing operations as part of an overall strategy to maximize production efficiencies and maintain our competitive advantage.

 

On September 6, 2006, we announced a plan to close our Spruce Pine, North Carolina case goods manufacturing facility and convert our Atoka, Oklahoma upholstery manufacturing facility into a regional distribution center. In connection with this initiative, we have permanently ceased production at both locations, allocating production among our remaining domestic manufacturing locations and selected offshore vendors. The decision impacted approximately 465 employees with the reduction in headcount to occur throughout the second and third quarters of fiscal 2007. We recorded a pre-tax restructuring and impairment charge of $14.1 million during the quarter ended September 30, 2006, of which $4.0 million was related to employee severance and benefits and other plant exit costs, and $10.1 million, which is non-cash in nature, was related to fixed asset impairment charges, primarily for real property and machinery and equipment, stemming from the decision to cease production activities. During the three months ended December 31, 2006, adjustments totaling $0.3 million were recorded to reverse remaining previously established accruals which were no longer deemed necessary.

 

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

On September 7, 2005, we announced a plan to convert one of our existing manufacturing facilities into a regional distribution center. The facility, formerly involved in the production of wood case goods furniture, is located in Dublin, Virginia. In connection with this initiative, we permanently ceased production at the Dublin location, allocating production among our remaining domestic manufacturing locations and selected offshore vendors, and have consolidated the distribution operations of our existing Old Fort, North Carolina location into this larger facility. The decision impacted approximately 325 employees, of which approximately 75 have been employed in new positions. We recorded a pre-tax restructuring and impairment charge of $4.2 million during the quarter ended September 30, 2005, of which $1.3 million was related to employee severance and benefits and other plant exit costs, and $2.9 million, which is non-cash in nature, was related to fixed asset impairment charges, primarily for machinery and equipment, stemming from the decision to cease production activities. As of June 30, 2006, the remaining reserve totaled $0.4 million. During the six months ended December 31, 2006, adjustments totaling $0.2 million were recorded to reverse remaining previously established accruals which were no longer deemed necessary.

 

As of December 31, 2006, restructuring reserves totaling $0.4 million are included in the Consolidated Balance Sheets as an accrued expense within current liabilities. Activity in the Company’s restructuring reserves is summarized as follows (in thousands):

 

Original
Charges

Cash
Payments

Non-cash
Utilized

Adjustments
Balance at
December 31,
2006

Spruce Pine, NC / Atoka, OK                        
Employee severance and other
   related payroll and benefit costs
   $ 3,903   $ (3,220 ) $   $ (268 ) $ 415  
Other plant exit costs    100    (100 )            
Write-down of long-lived assets    10,099        (10,099 )        





    $ 14,102   $ (3,320 ) $ (10,099 ) $ (268 ) $ 415  





Dublin, VA   
Employee severance and other
   related payroll and benefit costs
   $ 1,266   $ (1,054 ) $   $ (212 ) $  
Other plant exit costs    60    (60 )            
Write-down of long-lived assets    2,915        (2,915 )        





    $ 4,241   $ (1,114 ) $ (2,915 ) $ (212 ) $  






(6)

Business Acquisitions

 

During November and December 2006, we acquired, in three separate transactions, five Ethan Allen retail interior design centers (“IDCs”) from three independent retailers for total consideration of approximately $3.9 million. As a result of these acquisitions, we recorded additional inventory and other assets of $2.7 million and $0.8 million, respectively, and assumed customer deposits and other liabilities of $1.3 million and $0.3 million, respectively. Goodwill associated with these acquisitions totaled $2.0 million.

 

In September 2006, we acquired, in a single transaction, two Ethan Allen retail IDCs from an independent retailer for total consideration of approximately $6.3 million. As a result of this acquisition, we recorded additional inventory and other assets (primarily real estate) of $0.9 million and $5.5 million, respectively, and assumed customer deposits and other liabilities of $0.4 million and $0.1 million, respectively. Goodwill associated with this acquisition totaled $0.4 million.

 

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ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

During the three months ended December 31, 2005, we acquired two Ethan Allen retail IDCs from an independent retailer for total consideration of $2.5 million, which included 50,446 shares of our common stock issued on the closing date and 15,760 shares of our common stock held in escrow pending completion of the contractual holdback period. As a result of this acquisition we recorded additional inventory of $2.3 million and other assets of $1.0 million, and assumed customer deposits of $1.5 million and accounts payable and other liabilities of $0.5 million. Goodwill associated with this acquisition totaled $1.2 million. In August 2006, the contractual holdback period associated with this acquisition ended. Satisfaction of the holdback period and reconciliation, with the seller, of certain purchase accounting matters resulted in the issuance of the shares previously held in escrow as well as an additional 10,509 shares of Ethan Allen stock (total of 26,269 shares).

 

During the three months ended September 30, 2005, we acquired, in a single transaction, three Ethan Allen retail IDCs from an independent retailer for total consideration of $1.9 million. As a result of this acquisition, we recorded additional inventory of $1.3 million and other assets of $0.3 million, and assumed customer deposits of $0.6 million. Goodwill associated with this acquisition totaled $0.9 million.

 

Goodwill associated with our acquisitions represents the premium paid to the seller related to the acquired business (i.e. market presence) and other fair value adjustments to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed. Further discussion of our goodwill and other intangible assets can be found in Note 7.

 

A summary of our allocation of purchase price is provided below (in thousands):

 

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Nature of acquisition       5 IDCs     2 IDCs     7 IDCs     5 IDCs  
Total consideration   $ 3,857   $ 2,505   $ 10,274   $ 4,454  
Fair value of assets acquired and
  liabilities assumed:
  
   Inventory    2,720    2,319    3,750    3,653  
   PP&E and other assets    785    1,010    6,206    1,171  
   Customer deposits    (1,324 )  (1,508 )  (1,687 )  (2,089 )
   A/P and other liabilities    (335 )  (557 )  (349 )  (470 )




Goodwill   $2,011   $ 1,241   $ 2,354   $ 2,189  





(7)

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

 

As of December 31, 2006, we had goodwill, including product technology, of $70.4 million and other indefinite-lived intangible assets of $19.7 million. Comparable balances as of June 30, 2006 were $68.2 million and $19.7 million, respectively.

 

Goodwill in the retail and wholesale segments was $42.9 million and $27.5 million, respectively, at December 31, 2006 and $40.7 million and $27.5 million, respectively, at June 30, 2006. The wholesale segment, at both dates, includes additional indefinite-lived intangible assets of $19.7 million which represent Ethan Allen trade names.

 

In accordance with SFAS No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, we do not amortize goodwill or other indefinite-lived intangible assets but, rather, evaluate such assets for impairment on an annual basis and between annual tests whenever events or circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the goodwill or other intangible

 

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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

 

asset may exceed its fair value. We conduct our required annual impairment test during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year. No impairment losses have been recorded on our goodwill or other indefinite-lived intangible assets as a result of applying the provisions of SFAS No. 142.

 

(8)

Borrowings

 

Total debt obligations at December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006 consist of the following (in thousands):

 

December 31, 2006
June 30,
2006

5.375% Senior Notes due 2015     $ 198,596   $ 198,516  
Industrial revenue bonds    3,855    3,855  
Other debt    396    416  


   Total debt    202,847    202,787  
Less: current maturities    39    39  


   Total long-term debt   $ 202,808   $ 202,748  



On September 27, 2005, we completed a private offering of $200.0 million of ten-year senior unsecured notes due 2015 (the "Senior Notes"). The Senior Notes were offered by Global and have an annual coupon rate of 5.375% with interest payable semi-annually in arrears on April 1 and October 1 of each year beginning on April 1, 2006. Proceeds received in connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes, net of a related discount of $1.6 million, totaled $198.4 million. As of December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006, outstanding borrowings related to this transaction are included in the Consolidated Balance Sheets within long-term debt. The discount on this borrowing is being amortized to interest expense over the life of the related debt.

 

In connection with the offering, debt issuance costs totaling $2.0 million were incurred related, primarily, to banking, legal, accounting, rating agency, and printing services. As of December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006, these costs are included in the Consolidated Balance Sheets as deferred financing costs within other assets and are being amortized to interest expense over the life of the Senior Notes.

 

Also in connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes, Global, in July and August 2005, entered into 6 separate forward contracts to hedge the risk-free interest rate associated with $108.0 million of the related debt in order to mitigate the negative impact of interest rate fluctuations on earnings, cash flows and equity. The forward contracts were entered into with a major banking institution thereby mitigating the risk of credit loss.

 

Upon issuance of the Senior Notes and settlement of the related forward contracts, losses totaling $0.9 million were incurred representing the change in the fair value of the forward contracts since their respective trade dates. In accordance with SFAS No. 133, Accounting for Certain Derivative Instruments and Certain Hedging Activities, as amended, it was determined that a portion of the related losses was the result of hedge ineffectiveness and, as such, $0.1 million of the losses was included, within interest and other related financing costs, in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the six months ended December 31, 2005. The balance of the losses is included (on a net-of-tax basis) in the Consolidated Balance Sheets within accumulated other comprehensive income and is being amortized to interest expense over the life of the Senior Notes. The remaining unamortized balance of these forward contract losses totaled $0.7 million ($0.4 million, net-of-tax) as of December 31, 2006.

 

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Litigation

 

We and our subsidiaries are subject to various environmental laws and regulations. Under these laws, we and/or our subsidiaries are, or may be, required to remove or mitigate the effects on the environment of the disposal or release of certain hazardous materials.

 

As of December 31, 2006, we and/or our subsidiaries have been named as a potentially responsible party ("PRP") with respect to the remediation of four active sites currently listed, or proposed for inclusion, on the National Priorities List ("NPL") under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act of 1980, as amended, ("CERCLA"). The sites are located in Lyndonville, Vermont; Southington, Connecticut; High Point, North Carolina; and Atlanta, Georgia.

 

With respect to the Lyndonville, Vermont site, we have resolved our liability by completing remedial construction activities. We obtained a certificate of construction completion, subject to certain limited conditions which were the obligation of another PRP. We have since been advised that all conditions have been finalized. We do not anticipate incurring significant costs with respect to the Southington, Connecticut, High Point, North Carolina, or Atlanta, Georgia sites as we believe that we are not a major contributor based on the very small volume of waste generated by us in relation to total volume at those sites. Specifically, with respect to the Southington site, our volumetric share is less than 1% of over 51 million gallons disposed of at the site and there are more than 1,000 PRPs. With respect to the High Point site, our volumetric share is less than 1% of over 18 million gallons disposed of at the site and there are more than 2,000 PRPs, including more than 1,000 "de-minimis" parties (of which we are one). With respect to the Atlanta site, a former solvent recycling/reclamation facility, our volumetric share is less than 1% of over 20 million gallons disposed of at the site by more than 1,700 PRPs. In all three cases, the other PRPs consist of local, regional, national and multi-national companies.

 

Liability under CERCLA may be joint and several. As such, to the extent certain named PRPs are unable, or unwilling, to accept responsibility and pay their apportioned costs, we could be required to pay in excess of our pro rata share of incurred remediation costs. Our understanding of the financial strength of other PRPs has been considered, where appropriate, in the determination of our estimated liability.

 

In addition, in July 2000, we were notified by the State of New York (the "State") that we may be named a PRP in a separate, unrelated matter with respect to a site located in Carroll, New York. To date, no further notice has been received from the State and the State has not yet conducted an initial environmental study at this site.

 

As of December 31, 2006, we believe that established reserves related to these environmental contingencies are adequate to cover probable and reasonably estimable costs associated with the remediation and restoration of these sites.

 

We are subject to other federal, state and local environmental protection laws and regulations and are involved, from time to time, in investigations and proceedings regarding environmental matters. Such investigations and proceedings typically concern air emissions, water discharges, and/or management of solid and hazardous wastes. We believe that our facilities are in material compliance with all such applicable laws and regulations.

 

Regulations issued under the Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 required the industry to reformulate certain furniture finishes or institute process changes to reduce emissions of volatile organic compounds. Compliance with many of these requirements has been facilitated through the introduction of high solids coating technology and alternative formulations. In addition, we have instituted a variety of technical and procedural controls, including reformulation of finishing materials to reduce toxicity, implementation of high velocity low pressure spray systems, development of storm water protection plans and controls, and further development of related

 

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inspection/audit teams, all of which have served to reduce emissions per unit of production. We remain committed to implementing new waste minimization programs and/or enhancing existing programs with the objective of (i) reducing the total volume of waste, (ii) limiting the liability associated with waste disposal, and (iii) continuously improving environmental and job safety programs on the factory floor which serve to minimize emissions and safety risks for employees. We will continue to evaluate the most appropriate, cost effective, control technologies for finishing operations and design production methods to reduce the use of hazardous materials in the manufacturing process.

 

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Earnings Per Share

 

Basic and diluted earnings per share are calculated using the following weighted average share data (in thousands):

 

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Weighted average common shares                    
  outstanding for basic calculation    31,737    33,078    31,776    33,499  
 
Effect of dilutive stock options
  and other share-based awards
    766    767    791    737  




Weighted average common shares
  outstanding, adjusted for diluted
  calculation
    32,503    33,845    32,567    34,236  





As of December 31, 2006 and 2005, stock options to purchase 345,256 and 719,187 common shares, respectively, had exercise prices which exceeded the average market price of our common stock for the corresponding periods. These options have been excluded from the respective diluted earnings per share calculation as their impact is anti-dilutive.

 

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Comprehensive Income

 

Total comprehensive income represents the sum of net income and items of "other comprehensive income or loss" that are reported directly in equity. Such items, which are generally presented on a net-of-tax basis, may include foreign currency translation adjustments, minimum pension liability adjustments, fair value adjustments (i.e. gains and losses) on certain derivative instruments, and unrealized gains and losses on certain investments in debt and equity securities. We have reported our total comprehensive income in the Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity.

 

Our accumulated other comprehensive income, which is comprised of losses on certain derivative instruments and accumulated foreign currency translation adjustments, totaled $0.8 million at December 31, 2006 and $0.9 million at June 30, 2006. Losses on derivative instruments are the result of cash-flow hedging contracts entered into in connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes (see Note 8). Foreign currency translation adjustments are the result of changes in foreign currency exchange rates related to our operation of five Ethan Allen-owned retail IDCs located in Canada. Foreign currency translation adjustments exclude income tax expense (benefit) given that the earnings of non-U.S. subsidiaries are deemed to be reinvested for an indefinite period of time.

 

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Segment Information

 

Our operations are classified into two operating segments: wholesale and retail. These operating segments represent strategic business areas which, although they operate separately and provide their own distinctive services, enable us to more effectively offer our complete line of home furnishings.

 

The wholesale segment is principally involved in the development of the Ethan Allen brand, which encompasses the design, manufacture, domestic and off-shore sourcing, sale and distribution of a full range of home furnishings to a network of independently-owned and Ethan Allen-owned IDCs, as well as related marketing and brand awareness efforts. Wholesale revenue is generated upon the wholesale sale of our product to all retail IDCs, including those owned by Ethan Allen. Wholesale profitability includes (i) the wholesale gross margin, which represents the difference between the wholesale sales price and the cost associated with manufacturing and/or sourcing the related product, and (ii) other operating costs associated with wholesale segment activities.

 

The retail segment sells home furnishings to consumers through a network of Company-owned IDCs. Retail revenue is generated upon the retail sale of our products by these IDCs. Retail profitability includes (i) the retail gross margin, which represents the difference between the retail sales price and the cost of goods purchased from the wholesale segment, and (ii) other operating costs associated with retail segment activities.

 

Inter-segment eliminations result, primarily, from the wholesale sale of inventory to the retail segment, including the related profit margin.

 

We evaluate performance of the respective segments based upon revenues and operating income. While the manner in which our home furnishings are marketed and sold is consistent, the nature of the underlying recorded sales (i.e. wholesale versus retail) and the specific services that each operating segment provides (i.e. wholesale manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution versus retail selling) are different. Within the wholesale segment, we maintain revenue information according to each respective product line (i.e. case goods, upholstery, or home accessories and other).

 

A breakdown of wholesale sales by these product lines for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 is provided below:

 

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Case Goods       45 %   50 %   45 %   50 %
Upholstered Products    39    35    39    35  
Home Accessories and Other    16    15    16    15  




     100 %  100 %  100 %  100 %





Revenue information by product line is not as easily determined within the retail segment. However, because wholesale production and sales are matched, for the most part, to incoming orders, we believe that the allocation of retail sales by product line would be similar to that of the wholesale segment.

 

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Segment information for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 is set forth below (in thousands):

 

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Net Sales:                    
Wholesale segment   $ 165,661   $ 187,535   $ 321,302   $ 365,961  
Retail segment    177,410    179,994    343,380    338,374  
Elimination of inter-company sales    (85,652 )  (91,526 )  (164,440 )  (177,018 )




  Consolidated Total   $ 257,419   $ 276,003   $ 500,242   $ 527,317  




Operating Income:   
Wholesale segment (1)   $ 30,137   $ 33,494   $ 41,561   $ 63,309  
Retail segment    5,791    9,441    8,634    11,109  
Elimination of inter-company profit (2)    601    1,353    564    (1,936 )




  Consolidated Total   $ 36,529   $ 44,288   $ 50,759   $ 72,482  




Capital Expenditures:   
Wholesale segment   $ 2,165   $ 951   $ 4,923   $ 1,877  
Retail segment    17,130    15,357    30,024    19,272  
Acquisitions (3) (4)    3,360        9,569    1,690  




  Consolidated Total   $ 22,655   $ 16,308   $ 44,516   $ 22,839  





December 31,
2006

June 30,
2006

Total Assets:            
Wholesale segment    $ 443,308   $ 486,092  
Retail segment    392,459    361,109  
Inventory profit elimination (5)    (35,009 )  (34,960 )


  Consolidated Total   $ 800,758   $ 812,241  



        (1) Operating income for the wholesale segment for the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 includes pre-tax restructuring and impairment charges, net of $13.6 million and $4.2 million, respectively.
        (2) Represents the change in the inventory profit elimination entry necessary to adjust for the embedded wholesale profit contained in Ethan Allen-owned IDC inventory existing at the end of the period. See footnote 4 below.
        (3) For the three months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, acquisitions include the purchase of 5 retail IDCs and 2 retail IDCs, respectively. For the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, acquisitions include the purchase of 7 retail IDCs and 5 retail IDCs, respectively.
        (4) The 2 retail IDCs purchased during the three months ended December 31, 2005 were acquired in exchange for shares of our common stock. See Note 6.
        (5) Represents the embedded wholesale profit contained in Ethan Allen-owned IDC inventory that has not yet been realized. These profits are realized when the related inventory is sold.

 

There are 29 independent retail IDCs located outside the United States. Approximately 2.0% of our net sales are derived from sales to these retail IDCs.

 

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(13) Subsequent Events

  Business Acquisitions
In January 2007, we acquired, in a single transaction, two Ethan Allen retail IDCs from an independent retailer for total consideration of approximately $1.6 million. As a result of this acquisition, we recorded additional inventory and other assets of $1.0 million and $0.2 million, respectively, and assumed customer deposits and other liabilities of $0.5 million and $0.1 million, respectively. Goodwill associated with this acquisition totaled $1.0 million.

  Share-Based Awards
At December 31, 2006, M. Farooq Kathwari, our President and Chief Executive Officer, held options to purchase 1.25 million shares of our common stock, which are fully vested and contractually expire in September 2007. These options were originally issued in two separate 750,000 share grants in September 1997 at exercise prices of $21.17 and $27.52. In August 2006, Mr. Kathwari exercised 250,000 of the options with an exercise price of $21.17. In February 2007, Mr. Kathwari exercised the remaining 500,000 options with an exercise price of $21.17, tendering 369,601 shares of common stock upon exercise. Such shares were retired and recorded as treasury stock. The value of such shares on the date redeemed was $14.4 million, representing an average price per share of $38.83.

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Recent Accounting Pronouncements

 

In June 2006, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued FASB Interpretation No. ("FIN") 48, Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes, an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109, Accounting for Income Taxes. FIN 48 provides a comprehensive model for the recognition, measurement, presentation, and disclosure in a company’s financial statements of uncertain tax positions taken, or expected to be taken, on a tax return. If an income tax position exceeds a more likely than not (i.e. greater than 50%) probability of success upon tax audit, the company is to recognize an income tax benefit in its financial statements. Additionally, companies are required to accrue interest and related penalties, if applicable, on all tax exposures consistent with the respective jurisdictional tax laws. This interpretation is effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006 (July 1, 2007 for the Company). As such, we are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of this authoritative guidance on our consolidated financial statements.

 

In September 2006, the SEC issued SAB No. 108, Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Quantifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements, to address diversity in practice in quantifying financial statement misstatements. SAB No. 108 requires the quantification of misstatements based on their impact to both the balance sheet and the income statement to determine materiality. The guidance provides for a one-time cumulative-effect adjustment to correct for misstatements that were not deemed material under a company’s prior approach but are material under the SAB No. 108 approach. SAB No. 108 is effective for the Company for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2007. As such, we are currently in the process of evaluating the impact of this authoritative guidance on our consolidated financial statements.

 

 

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Financial Information About the Parent, the Issuer and the Guarantors

 

On September 27, 2005, Global (the "Issuer") issued $200 million aggregate principal amount of Senior Notes which have been guaranteed on a senior basis by Interiors (the "Parent"), and other wholly-owned subsidiaries of the Issuer and the Parent, including Ethan Allen Retail, Inc., Ethan Allen Operations, Inc., Ethan Allen Realty, LLC, Lake Avenue Associates, Inc. and Manor House, Inc. The subsidiary guarantors (other than the Parent) are collectively called the "Guarantors". The guarantees of the Guarantors are unsecured. All of the guarantees are full, unconditional and joint and several and the Issuer and each of the Guarantors are 100% owned by the Parent. Ethan Allen (UK) Ltd., KEA International Inc., Northeast Consolidated, Inc., Riverside Water Works, Inc. and our other subsidiaries which are not guarantors are called the "Non-Guarantors". The following tables set forth the condensed consolidating balance sheets as of December 31, 2006 and June 30, 2006, the condensed consolidating statements of operations for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, and the condensed consolidating statements of cash flows for the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, of the Parent, the Issuer, the Guarantors and the Non-Guarantors.

 

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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET
(in thousands)
December 31, 2006

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
Assets                            
Current assets:  
  Cash and cash equivalents     $   $ 150,403   $ 5,161   $   $   $ 155,564  
  Accounts receivable, net           14,586     606     20         15,212  
  Inventories               202,273     12,340     (35,009 )   179,604  
  Prepaid expenses and other current assets           20,616     20,714     218         41,548  
  Intercompany           527,859     182,737         (710,596 )    






       Total current assets           713,464     411,491     12,578     (745,605 )   391,928  
 
Property, plant and equipment, net           11,069     301,433     79         312,581  
Goodwill and other intangible assets           37,905     52,222             90,127  
Other assets           4,855     1,267             6,122  
Investment in affiliated companies       558,638     161,165             (719,803 )    






       Total assets     $ 558,638   $ 928,458   $ 766,413   $ 12,657   $ (1,465,408 ) $ 800,758  






Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity    
Current liabilities:    
  Current maturities of long-term debt     $   $   $ 39   $   $   $ 39  
  Customer deposits               46,709             46,709  
  Accounts payable           6,724     9,825     6,854         23,403  
  Accrued expenses and other current liabilities       6,488     45,255     12,474             64,217  
  Intercompany       132,494     53,434     518,930     5,738     (710,596 )    






       Total current liabilities       138,982     105,413     587,977     12,592     (710,596 )   134,368  
 
Long-term debt           198,596     4,212             202,808  
Other long-term liabilities           238     11,945             12,183  
Deferred income taxes           30,985                 30,985  






       Total liabilities       138,982     335,232     604,134     12,592     (710,596 )   380,344  
 
Shareholders’ equity       419,656     593,226     162,279     65     (754,812 )   420,414  






       Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity     $ 558,638   $ 928,458   $ 766,413   $ 12,657   $ (1,465,408 ) $ 800,758  







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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET
(in thousands)
June 30, 2006

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
Assets                            
Current assets:  
  Cash and cash equivalents   $   $ 172,246   $ 1,555   $   $   $ 173,801  
  Accounts receivable, net        21,530    641    8        22,179  
  Inventories            215,798    8,812    (34,960 )  189,650  
  Prepaid expenses and other current assets        17,685    20,232    209        38,126  
  Intercompany        436,352    176,433        (612,785 )    






       Total current assets        647,813    414,659    9,029    (647,745 )  423,756  
 
Property, plant and equipment, net        12,444    281,644    82        294,170  
Goodwill and other intangible assets        37,905    49,994            87,899  
Other assets        5,276    1,140            6,416  
Investment in affiliated companies    525,836    186,714            (712,550 )    






       Total assets   $ 525,836   $ 890,152   $ 747,437   $ 9,111   $ (1,360,295 ) $ 812,241  






Liabilities and Shareholders’ Equity   
Current liabilities:  
  Current maturities of long-term debt   $   $   $ 39   $   $   $ 39  
  Customer deposits            53,203            53,203  
  Accounts payable    1,001    11,097    12,410    4,041        28,549  
  Accrued expenses and other current liabilities    5,903    43,418    14,605    1        63,927  
  Intercompany    102,425    42,336    463,021    5,003    (612,785 )    






       Total current liabilities    109,329    96,851    543,278    9,045    (612,785 )  145,718  
 
Long-term debt        198,517    4,231            202,748  
Other long-term liabilities        251    11,900            12,151  
Deferred income taxes        34,182                34,182  






       Total liabilities    109,329    329,801    559,409    9,045    (612,785 )  394,799  
 
Shareholders’ equity    416,507    560,351    188,028    66    (747,510 )  417,442  






       Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity   $ 525,836   $ 890,152   $ 747,437   $ 9,111   $ (1,360,295 ) $ 812,241  







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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands)
Three Months Ended December 31, 2006

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
 Net sales     $   $ 165,635   $ 251,626   $   $ (159,842 ) $ 257,419  
 Cost of sales        116,988    167,411    9    (160,739 )  123,669  






    Gross profit        48,647    84,215    (9 )  897    133,750  
 
 Selling, general and administrative expenses    42    9,478    88,008    7        97,535  
 Restructuring and impairment charge, net            (314 )          (314 )






    Total operating expenses    42    9,478    87,694    7        97,221  






      Operating income (loss)    (42 )  39,169    (3,479 )  (16 )  897    36,529  
 
Interest and other miscellaneous income, net    22,834    (2,233 )  32    11    (18,069 )  2,575  
Interest and other related financing costs        2,838    77            2,915  






    Income before income tax expense    22,792    34,098    (3,524 )  5    (17,172 )  36,189  
Income tax expense        12,129    1,268            13,397  






    Net income (loss)   $ 22,792   $ 21,969   $ (4,792 ) $ 5   $ (17,172 ) $ 22,792  






Three Months Ended December 31, 2005

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
 Net sales     $   $ 187,926   $ 262,217   $   $ (174,140 ) $ 276,003  
 Cost of sales        132,890    178,433    8    (175,182 )  136,149  






    Gross profit        55,036    83,784    (8 )  1,042    139,854  
 
 Selling, general and administrative expenses    42    11,215    84,317    2    (10 )  95,566  
 Restructuring and impairment charge, net                          






    Total operating expenses    42    11,215    84,317    2    (10 )  95,566  






      Operating income (loss)    (42 )  43,821    (533 )  (10 )  1,052    44,288  
 
Interest and other miscellaneous income, net    26,206    (1,770 )  (376 )  (101 )  (22,798 )  1,161  
Interest and other related financing costs        2,896    78            2,974  






    Income before income tax expense    26,164    39,155    (987 )  (111 )  (21,746 )  42,475  
Income tax expense        13,965    2,346            16,311  






    Net income (loss)   $ 26,164   $ 25,190   $ (3,333 ) $ (111 ) $ (21,746 ) $ 26,164  







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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
(in thousands)
Six Months Ended December 31, 2006

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
 Net sales     $   $ 320,562   $ 490,790   $   $ (311,110 ) $ 500,242  
 Cost of sales        225,876    326,209    14    (311,936 )  240,163  






    Gross profit        94,686    164,581    (14 )  826    260,079  
 
 Selling, general and administrative expenses    83    20,946    174,659    10        195,698  
 Restructuring and impairment charge, net            13,622            13,622  






    Total operating expenses    83    20,946    188,281    10        209,320  






      Operating income (loss)    (83 )  73,740    (23,700 )  (24 )  826    50,759  
 
Interest and other miscellaneous income, net    31,327    (20,555 )  (140 )  23    (5,848 )  4,807  
Interest and other related financing costs        5,700    153            5,853  






    Income before income tax expense    31,244    47,485    (23,993 )  (1 )  (5,022 )  49,713  
Income tax expense        16,914    1,555            18,469  






    Net income (loss)   $ 31,244   $ 30,571   $ (25,548 ) $ (1 ) $ (5,022 ) $ 31,244  






Six Months Ended December 31, 2005

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
 Net sales     $   $ 366,314   $ 497,954   $   $ (336,951 ) $ 527,317  
 Cost of sales        258,026    337,535    13    (334,651 )  260,923  






    Gross profit        108,288    160,419    (13 )  (2,300 )  266,394  
 
 Selling, general and administrative expenses    83    23,632    165,960    6    (10 )  189,671  
 Restructuring and impairment charge, net            4,241            4,241  






    Total operating expenses    83    23,632    170,201    6    (10 )  193,912  






      Operating income (loss)    (83 )  84,656    (9,782 )  (19 )  (2,290 )  72,482  
 
Interest and other miscellaneous income, net    43,377    (11,100 )  (313 )  (467 )  (30,294 )  1,203  
Interest and other related financing costs        3,247    155            3,402  






    Income before income tax expense    43,294    70,309    (10,250 )  (486 )  (32,584 )  70,283  
Income tax expense        24,575    2,414            26,989  






    Net income (loss)   $ 43,294   $ 45,734   $ (12,664 ) $ (486 ) $ (32,584 ) $ 43,294  







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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Six Months Ended December 31, 2006

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities     $ 31,569   $ (22,336 ) $ 47,016   $   $   $ 56,249  






Cash flows from investing activities:  
 Capital expenditures        (1,139 )  (33,808 )          (34,947 )
 Acquisitions            (9,569 )          (9,569 )
 Proceeds from the disposal of property, plant and  
    equipment            61            61  
 Other        78                78  






    Net cash used in investing activities        (1,061 )  (43,316 )          (44,377 )






Cash flows from financing activities:  
 Payments on long-term debt            (19 )          (19 )
 Payment of deferred financing costs        (107 )              (107 )
 Purchases and other retirements of
    company stock
    (19,536 )                  (19,536 )
 Proceeds from issuance of common stock    126                    126  
 Excess tax benefits from share-based payment
    arrangements
        1,661                1,661  
 Payment of cash dividends    (12,159 )                  (12,159 )






    Net cash provided by (used in) financing
        activities
    (31,569 )  1,554    (19 )          (30,034 )
 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash            (75 )          (75 )






Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash
    equivalents
        (21,843 )  3,606            (18,237 )
 
Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of period        172,246    1,555            173,801  






Cash and cash equivalents - end of period   $   $ 150,403   $ 5,161   $   $   $ 155,564  







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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Six Months Ended December 31, 2005

Parent
Issuer
Guarantors
Non-Guarantors
Eliminations
Consolidated
Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities     $ 61,839   $ (16,929 ) $ 21,297   $ (66 ) $   $ 66,141  






Cash flows from investing activities:  
 Capital expenditures        (450 )  (20,699 )          (21,149 )
 Acquisitions            (1,690 )          (1,690 )
 Proceeds from the disposal of property, plant and
    equipment
            1,563            1,563  
 Other        (21 )              (21 )






    Net cash used in investing activities        (471 )  (20,826 )          (21,297 )






Cash flows from financing activities:  
 Net borrowings on revolving credit facility           (8,000 )               (8,000 )
 Net proceeds from issuance of long-term debt        198,396                198,396  
 Payments on long-term debt            (40 )          (40 )
 Purchases and other retirements of
    company stock
    (51,137 )                  (51,137 )
 Proceeds from issuance of common stock    518                    518  
 Payment of deferred financing costs        (2,095 )              (2,095 )
 Payment of cash dividends    (11,220 )                  (11,220 )






    Net cash provided by (used in) financing
        activities
    (61,839 )  188,301    (40 )          126,422  
 
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash            294            294  






Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash
        equivalents
        170,901    725    (66 )      171,560  
 
Cash and cash equivalents - beginning of period            3,344    104        3,448  






 
Cash and cash equivalents - end of period   $   $ 170,901   $ 4,069   $ 38   $   $ 175,008  







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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

 

The following discussion of financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with (i) our Consolidated Financial Statements, and notes thereto, as set forth in this Form 10-Q and (ii) our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2006.

 

Forward-Looking Statements

 

Management's discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations and other sections of this Quarterly Report contain forward-looking statements relating to our future results. Such forward-looking statements are identified by use of forward-looking words such as "anticipates", "believes", "plans", "estimates", "expects", and "intends" or words or phrases of similar expression. These forward-looking statements are subject to management decisions and various assumptions, risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to: the effects of terrorist attacks or conflicts or wars involving the United States or its allies or trading partners; the effects of labor strikes; weather conditions that may affect sales; volatility in fuel, utility, transportation and security costs; changes in global or regional political or economic conditions, including changes in governmental and central bank policies; changes in business conditions in the furniture industry, including changes in consumer spending patterns and demand for home furnishings; effects of our brand awareness and marketing programs, including changes in demand for our existing and new products; our ability to locate new IDC sites and/or negotiate favorable lease terms for additional IDCs or for the expansion of existing IDCs; competitive factors, including changes in products or marketing efforts of others; pricing pressures; fluctuations in interest rates and the cost, availability and quality of raw materials; those matters discussed in Item 1A (Risk Factors) of our Annual Report of Form 10-K for the year ended June 30, 2006 and in other SEC filings; and our future decisions. Accordingly, actual circumstances and results could differ materially from those contemplated by the forward-looking statements.

 

Critical Accounting Policies

 

Our consolidated financial statements have been prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America which require, in some cases, that certain estimates and assumptions be made that affect the amounts and disclosures reported in those financial statements and the related accompanying notes. Estimates are based on currently known facts and circumstances, prior experience and other assumptions believed to be reasonable. We use our best judgment in valuing these estimates and may, as warranted, solicit external advice. Actual results could differ from these estimates, assumptions and judgments, and these differences could be material. The following critical accounting policies, some of which are impacted significantly by estimates, assumptions and judgments, affect our consolidated financial statements.

 

Inventories – Inventories (finished goods, work in process and raw materials) are stated at the lower of cost, determined on a first-in, first-out basis, or market. Cost is determined based solely on those charges incurred in the acquisition and production of the related inventory (i.e. material, labor and manufacturing overhead costs). We estimate an inventory valuation allowance for excess quantities and obsolete items based on specific identification and historical write-downs, taking into account future demand and market conditions. If actual demand or market conditions in the future are less favorable than those estimated, additional inventory write-downs may be required.

 

Revenue Recognition – Revenue is recognized when all of the following have occurred: persuasive evidence of a sales arrangement exists (e.g. a wholesale purchase order or retail sales invoice); the sales arrangement specifies a fixed or determinable sales price; product is shipped or services are provided to the customer; and collectibility is reasonably assured. As such, revenue recognition occurs upon the shipment of goods to independent retailers or, in the case of Ethan Allen-owned retail IDCs, upon delivery to the customer. Recorded sales provide for estimated returns and allowances. We permit our customers to return defective products and incorrect shipments, and terms we offer are standard for the industry.

 

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In accordance with Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) Issue No. 06-3, How Taxes Collected from Customers and Remitted to Governmental Authorities Should Be Presented in the Income Statement (i.e., Gross versus Net Presentation), we may elect to present sales in the Consolidated Statements of Operations on either a gross (that is, include tax collections within revenue and related remittances within operating expenses) or a net (that is, excluded from both revenue and operating expenses) basis. Our policy has always been to report such items on a net basis.

 

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts – We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of our customers to make required payments. The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on a review of specifically identified accounts in addition to an overall aging analysis. Judgments are made with respect to the collectibility of accounts receivable based on historical experience and current economic trends. Actual losses could differ from those estimates.

 

Retail IDC Acquisitions - We account for the acquisition of retail IDCs and related assets in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 141, Business Combinations, which requires application of the purchase method for all business combinations initiated after June 30, 2001. Accounting for these transactions as purchase business combinations requires the allocation of purchase price paid to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed based on their fair values as of the date of the acquisition. The amount paid in excess of the fair value of net assets acquired is accounted for as goodwill.

 

Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and Goodwill – We periodically evaluate whether events or circumstances have occurred that indicate that long-lived assets may not be recoverable or that the remaining useful life may warrant revision. When such events or circumstances are present, we assess the recoverability of long-lived assets by determining whether the carrying value will be recovered through the expected undiscounted future cash flows resulting from the use of the asset. In the event the sum of the expected undiscounted future cash flows is less than the carrying value of the asset, an impairment loss equal to the excess of the asset’s carrying value over its fair value is recorded. The long-term nature of these assets requires the estimation of cash inflows and outflows several years into the future and only takes into consideration technological advances known at the time of the impairment test.

 

In accordance with SFAS No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, goodwill and other indefinite-lived intangible assets are evaluated for impairment on an annual basis and between annual tests whenever events or circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the goodwill or other intangible asset may exceed its fair value. We conduct our required annual impairment test during the fourth quarter of each fiscal year and use a discounted cash flow model to estimate fair value. This model requires the use of long-term planning forecasts and assumptions regarding industry-specific economic conditions that are outside our control.

 

Business Insurance Reserves – We have insurance programs in place to cover workers’ compensation and property/casualty claims. The insurance programs, which are funded through self-insured retention, are subject to various stop-loss limitations. We accrue estimated losses using actuarial models and assumptions based on historical loss experience. Although we believe that the insurance reserves are adequate, the reserve estimates are based on historical experience, which may not be indicative of current and future losses. In addition, the actuarial calculations used to estimate insurance reserves are based on numerous assumptions, some of which are subjective. We adjust insurance reserves, as needed, in the event that future loss experience differs from historical loss patterns.

 

Other Loss Reserves – We have a number of other potential loss exposures incurred in the ordinary course of business such as environmental claims, product liability, litigation, tax liabilities, restructuring charges, and the recoverability of deferred income tax benefits. Establishing loss reserves for these matters requires the use of estimates and judgment with regard to maximum risk exposure and ultimate liability or realization. As a result, these estimates are often developed with our counsel, or other appropriate advisors, and are based on our current understanding of the underlying facts and circumstances. Because of uncertainties related to the ultimate outcome of these issues or the possibilities of changes in the underlying facts and circumstances, additional charges related to these issues could be required in the future.

 

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Results of Operations

 

Our revenues are comprised of (i) wholesale sales to independently-owned and Company-owned retail IDCs and (ii) retail sales of Company-owned IDCs. See Note 12 to our Consolidated Financial Statements for the three and six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005.

 

The components of consolidated revenue and operating income were as follows (in millions):

 

Three Months Ended
December 31,
Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006
2005
2006
2005
Revenue:                    
Wholesale segment   $ 165.7   $ 187.5   $ 321.3   $ 366.0  
Retail segment    177.4    180.0    343.3    338.3  
Elimination of inter-company sales    (85.7 )  (91.5 )  (164.4 )  (177.0 )




    Consolidated Revenue   $ 257.4   $ 276.0   $ 500.2   $ 527.3  




Operating Income:   
Wholesale segment (1)   $ 30.1   $ 33.5   $ 41.6   $ 63.3  
Retail segment    5.8    9.4    8.6    11.1  
Elimination of inter-company profit (2)    0.6    1.4    0.6    (1.9 )




    Consolidated Operating Income   $ 36.5   $ 44.3   $ 50.8   $ 72.5  





          (1) Operating income for the wholesale segment for the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 includes pre-tax restructuring and impairment charges, net of $13.6 million and $4.2 million, respectively.
          (2) Represents the change in the inventory profit elimination entry necessary to adjust for the embedded wholesale profit contained in Ethan Allen-owned IDC inventory existing at the end of the period.

 

Quarter Ended December 31, 2006 Compared to Quarter Ended December 31, 2005

 

Consolidated revenue for the three months ended December 31, 2006 decreased by $18.6 million, or 6.7%, to $257.4 million, from $276.0 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005. Net sales for the period largely reflect the delivery of product associated with booked orders and backlog existing as of the end of the preceding quarter. During the quarter, sales were impacted by (i) a weak retail environment for home furnishings, and (ii) the prior year effects of a more favorable economic environment and our initiative to reduce the lead time associated with product delivery to both our independent retailers and consumers, both of which resulted in a substantial reduction in backlog during the three months ended December 31, 2005. These factors were partially offset by (i) the positive effects of our continued efforts to reposition the retail network, (ii) new product introductions, and (iii) the timing of floor sample shipments associated with new product introduced at our annual retailer conference which was conducted during September 2006 in the current period compared to July 2005 in the prior year period.

 

To date, the repositioning of the retail network has involved three primary elements: the opening of larger, new or relocated IDCs in more prominent locations; development of a more focused advertising campaign to highlight our solutions-based approach and position Ethan Allen as an authority in style and design; and investment within the retail network to strengthen the existing management structure. Implementation of our “project management” initiative, which has resulted in the promotion and/or hiring of approximately 400 project managers, has enabled us to increase the level of service, professionalism, interior design competence, efficiency, and effectiveness of retail IDC personnel. With project managers actively partnering with design consultants and their customers, we believe we have improved the customer service experience and facilitated, to some degree, better awareness of potential cross-selling opportunities.  

 

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Wholesale revenue for the second quarter of fiscal 2007 decreased by $21.8 million, or 11.7%, to $165.7 million from $187.5 million in the prior year comparable period. The quarter-over-quarter decrease was primarily attributable to a decline in the incoming order rate as a result of the softer retail environment for home furnishings noted throughout much of the current period, partially offset by the timing of floor sample shipments associated with new product introduced during our September 2006 retailer conference.

 

Retail revenue from Ethan Allen-owned IDCs for the three months ended December 31, 2006 decreased by $2.6 million, or 1.4%, to $177.4 million from $180.0 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005. The decrease in retail sales by Ethan Allen-owned IDCs was attributable to a decrease in comparable IDC delivered sales of $14.4 million, or 8.5%, and reduced revenue from sold and closed IDCs, which generated $3.3 million fewer sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2007 as compared to the same period in fiscal 2006. These unfavorable variances were partially offset by sales generated by newly opened (including relocated) or acquired IDCs of $15.1 million. The number of Ethan Allen-owned IDCs increased to 149 as of December 31, 2006 as compared to 132 as of December 31, 2005. During that twelve month period, we acquired 14 IDCs from independent retailers, closed 1 IDC, and opened 9 IDCs (5 of which were relocations).

 

Comparable IDCs are those which have been operating for at least 15 months. Minimal net sales, derived from the delivery of customer ordered product, are generated during the first three months of operations of newly opened (including relocated) IDCs. IDCs acquired by us from independent retailers are included in comparable IDC sales in their 13th full month of Ethan Allen-owned operations.

 

Quarter-over-quarter, written business of Ethan Allen-owned IDCs increased 2.8% and comparable IDC written business decreased 5.0%. Over that same period, wholesale orders decreased 3.9%. Retail written business reflects the softer retail environment for home furnishings noted throughout much of the current period, likely offset, to some degree, by (i) our continued efforts to reposition the retail network, (ii) recent product introductions, and (iii) our use of national television as an advertising medium throughout much of the quarter. Wholesale written business reflects the impact of the aforementioned factors, as well as the timing of orders placed in connection with our annual retailer conference (September 2006 as compared to July 2005).

 

Gross profit decreased during the quarter to $133.8 million from $139.9 million in the prior year comparable quarter. The $6.1 million, or 4.4%, decrease in gross profit was primarily attributable to a decline in wholesale sales volume and inefficiencies experienced within our Spruce Pine, North Carolina and Atoka, Oklahoma manufacturing operations as a result of the phase-out of production at these facilities during the period. Partially offsetting these factors were (i) a shift in sales mix with retail sales representing a higher proportionate share of total sales in the current quarter (69%) compared to the prior year period (65%), (ii) the impact of selected price increases implemented during March and September 2006, and (iii) improved plant performance among our remaining domestic manufacturing operations, including price stabilization with regard to the cost of foam. Consolidated gross margin increased to 52.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2007 from 50.7% in the prior year quarter as a result, primarily, of the factors set forth above.

 

Operating profit, the elements of which are discussed in greater detail below, was impacted by the following items during the three months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005:

 

Operating expenses increased $1.7 million, or 1.7%, to $97.2 million, or 37.8% of net sales, in the current quarter from $95.5 million, or 34.6% of net sales, in the prior year quarter. This increase was primarily attributable to increased costs associated with our continued efforts to reposition the retail network which has resulted in higher costs associated with managerial salaries and benefits, occupancy, delivery and warehousing, and designer compensation. Partially offsetting these increases was a period-over-period decrease in advertising expenses and operating costs associated with closed manufacturing facilities, including losses incurred in connection with the disposition of certain property, plant and equipment.

 

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Consolidated operating income for the three months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $36.5 million, or 14.2% of net sales, as compared to $44.3 million, or 16.0% of net sales, for the three months ended December 31, 2005. This represents a decrease of $7.8 million which was primarily attributable to a decline in gross profit and higher period-over-period operating expenses, both of which were discussed previously.

 

Wholesale operating income for the three months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $30.1 million, or 18.2% of net sales, as compared to $33.5 million, or 17.9% of net sales, in the prior year comparable quarter. The decrease of $3.4 million was primarily attributable to a decrease in wholesale sales volume and inefficiencies experienced within manufacturing facilities closed during the period. These factors were partially offset by the favorable impact of (i) recent price increases, (ii) improved plant performance among our remaining domestic manufacturing operations, (iii) decreased advertising expenses, and (iv) a reduction in operating costs associated with closed manufacturing facilities, including losses incurred in connection with the disposition of certain property, plant and equipment.

 

Retail operating income decreased $3.6 million to $5.8 million, or 3.3% of sales, for the second quarter of fiscal 2007, from $9.4 million, or 5.2% of sales, for the second quarter of fiscal 2006. The decrease in retail operating income generated by Ethan Allen-owned IDCs is primarily attributable to a reduction in sales volume generated by comparable IDCs and IDCs closed or sold during the period, and higher operating expenses as a result of our continued efforts to reposition the retail network. These decreases were partially offset by higher sales volume generated by newly-opened (including relocations) or acquired IDCs.

 

Interest and other miscellaneous income, net increased $1.4 million from the prior year comparable quarter. The increase was due, primarily, to (i) increased investment income resulting from higher interest rates and higher cash and short-term investment balances maintained during the current period, and (ii) a decrease in losses recorded in the prior year period associated with the disposition of certain real property.

 

Interest and other related financing costs amounted to $2.9 million, essentially unchanged from the prior year period. This amount is comprised, primarily, of interest expense incurred in connection with our issuance of senior unsecured debt in September 2005.

 

Income tax expense for the three months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $13.4 million as compared to $16.3 million for the three months ended December 31, 2005. Our effective tax rate for the current quarter was 37.0%, down from 38.4% in the prior year quarter. The lower effective tax rate was a result, primarily, of the benefits derived from the manufacturers’ deduction provided for under The Jobs Creation Act of 2004 and certain tax planning initiatives. Partially offsetting these items were the adverse effects of recently-enacted changes within certain state tax legislation, increased state income tax liability arising in connection with the operation of a greater number of Company-owned IDCs, and increased foreign income tax liability associated with our five retail IDCs operating in Canada.

 

For the three months ended December 31, 2006, we recorded net income of $22.8 million as compared to $26.2 million in the prior year comparable period. Net income per diluted share totaled $0.70 in the current quarter and $0.77 per diluted share in the prior year quarter.

 

Six Months Ended December 31, 2006 Compared to Six Months Ended December 31, 2005

 

Consolidated revenue for the six months ended December 31, 2006 decreased by $27.1 million, or 5.1%, to $500.2 million, from $527.3 million for the six months ended December 31, 2005. Net sales for the period largely reflect the delivery of product associated with booked orders and backlog existing as of beginning of the period. During the period, sales were impacted by (i) a weak retail environment for home furnishings, and (ii) the prior year effects of a more favorable economic environment and our initiative to reduce the lead time associated with product delivery to both our independent retailers and consumers, both of which resulted in a substantial reduction in backlog during the three

 

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months ended December 31, 2005. These factors were partially offset by (i) the positive effects of our continued efforts to reposition the retail network, and (ii) new product introductions.

 

Wholesale revenue for the first six months of fiscal 2007 decreased by $44.7 million, or 12.2%, to $321.3 million from $366.0 million in the prior year comparable period. The year-over-year decrease was primarily attributable to a decline in the incoming order rate as a result of the softer retail environment for home furnishings noted throughout much of the current period.

 

Retail revenue from Ethan Allen-owned IDCs for the six months ended December 31, 2006 increased by $5.0 million, or 1.5%, to $343.4 million from $338.4 million for the six months ended December 31, 2005. The increase in retail sales by Ethan Allen-owned IDCs was attributable to higher sales generated by newly opened (including relocated) or acquired IDCs of $27.8 million. This favorable variance was partially offset by unfavorable variances related to a decrease in comparable IDC delivered sales of $16.9 million, or 5.3%, and reduced revenue from sold and closed IDCs, which generated $5.9 million fewer sales during the first six months of fiscal 2007 as compared to the same period in fiscal 2006.

 

Year-over-year, written business of Ethan Allen-owned IDCs increased 1.6% and comparable IDC written business decreased 5.5%. Over that same period, wholesale orders decreased 9.2%. Retail written business reflects the softer retail environment for home furnishings noted throughout much of the current period, likely offset, to some degree, by (i) our continued efforts to reposition the retail network, (ii) recent product introductions, and (iii) our use of national television as an advertising medium throughout much of the period. Wholesale written business also reflects the impact of the aforementioned factors.

 

Gross profit decreased during the period to $260.1 million from $266.4 million in the prior year comparable period. The $6.3 million, or 2.4%, decrease in gross profit was primarily attributable to (i) a decline in wholesale sales volume, (ii) higher costs associated with selected raw materials, particularly foam, and (iii) inefficiencies experienced within our Spruce Pine, North Carolina and Atoka, Oklahoma manufacturing operations as a result of the phase-out of production at these facilities during the period. Partially offsetting these factors were (i) a shift in sales mix with retail sales representing a higher proportionate share of total sales in the current quarter (69%) compared to the prior year period (64%), and (ii) the impact of selected price increases implemented during March and September 2006. Gross profit also benefited, to a lesser degree, from a gain associated with business interruption insurance recoveries received during the period related to hurricane losses sustained during fiscal 2006. Consolidated gross margin increased to 52.0% in the first six months of fiscal 2007 from 50.5% in the prior year quarter as a result, primarily, of the factors set forth above.

 

Operating profit, the elements of which are discussed in greater detail below, was impacted by the following items during the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005:

 

On September 6, 2006, we announced a plan to close our Spruce Pine, North Carolina case goods manufacturing facility and convert our Atoka, Oklahoma upholstery manufacturing facility into a regional distribution center. In connection with this initiative, we have permanently ceased production at both locations, allocating production among our remaining domestic manufacturing locations and selected offshore vendors. The decision impacted approximately 465 employees with the reduction in headcount to occur throughout the second and third quarters of fiscal 2007. We recorded a pre-tax restructuring and impairment charge of $14.1 million during the quarter ended September 30, 2006, of which $4.0 million was related to employee severance and benefits and other plant exit costs, and $10.1 million, which was non-cash in nature, was related to fixed asset impairment charges, primarily for real property and machinery and equipment, stemming from the decision to cease production activities. During the three months ended December 31, 2006, adjustments totaling $0.3 million were recorded to reverse remaining previously established accruals which were no longer deemed necessary.

 

On September 7, 2005, we announced a plan to convert another of our existing manufacturing facilities into a regional distribution center. The facility, formerly involved in the production of wood case goods furniture, is located in Dublin,

 

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Virginia. In connection with this initiative, we permanently ceased production at the Dublin location, allocating production among our remaining domestic manufacturing locations and selected offshore vendors, and have consolidated the distribution operations of our existing Old Fort, North Carolina location into this larger facility. The decision impacted approximately 325 employees, of which approximately 75 have been employed in new positions. We recorded a pre-tax restructuring and impairment charge of $4.2 million during the quarter ended September 30, 2005, of which $1.3 million was related to employee severance and benefits and other plant exit costs, and $2.9 million, which is non-cash in nature, was related to fixed asset impairment charges, primarily for machinery and equipment, stemming from the decision to cease production activities. During the three months ended September 30, 2006, adjustments totaling $0.2 million were recorded to reverse remaining previously established accruals which were no longer deemed necessary.

 

Including the restructuring and impairment charges referred to above, operating expenses increased $15.4 million, or 7.9%, to $209.3 million, or 41.8% of net sales, in the current period from $193.9 million, or 36.8% of net sales, in the prior year period. This increase was primarily attributable to increased costs associated with (i) the period-over-period change in the aforementioned restructuring and impairment charges, (ii) our continued efforts to reposition the retail network which has resulted in higher costs associated with managerial salaries and benefits, occupancy, delivery and warehousing, and designer compensation, and (iii) increased distribution costs attributable to higher fuel and freight charges. Partially offsetting these increases were (i) a decrease in operating costs associated with closed manufacturing facilities, including losses incurred in connection with the disposition of certain property, plant and equipment, and (ii) a reduction in certain compensation related costs, including share-based compensation expense.

 

Including the restructuring and impairment charges referred to above, consolidated operating income for the six months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $50.8 million, or 10.1% of net sales, compared to $72.5 million, or 13.7% of net sales, for the six months ended December 31, 2005. This represents a decrease of $21.7 million which was primarily attributable to (i) higher period-over-period operating expenses and (ii) a decline in gross profit, both of which were discussed previously.

 

Including the restructuring and impairment charges referred to above, wholesale operating income for the six months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $41.6 million, or 12.9% of net sales, as compared to $63.3 million, or 17.3% of net sales, in the prior year comparable period. The decrease of $21.7 million was primarily attributable to (i) a decline in wholesale sales volume, (ii) the period-over-period change in the aforementioned restructuring and impairment charges, (iii) higher costs associated with selected raw materials, particularly foam, (iv) inefficiencies experienced within manufacturing facilities closed during the period, and (v) increased distribution costs attributable to higher fuel and freight charges. These factors were partially offset by (i) the impact of selected price increases implemented during March and September 2006, (ii) a decrease in operating costs associated with closed manufacturing facilities, including losses incurred in connection with the disposition of certain property, plant and equipment, and (iii) a reduction in certain compensation related costs, including share-based compensation expense.

 

Retail operating income decreased $2.5 million to $8.6 million, or 2.5% of sales, for the first six months of fiscal 2007, from $11.1 million, or 3.3% of sales, for the first six months of fiscal 2006. The decrease in retail operating income generated by Ethan Allen-owned IDCs was primarily attributable to higher operating expenses as a result of our continued efforts to reposition the retail network and a decline in sales volume associated with comparable IDCs and IDCs closed or sold during the period. These unfavorable variances were partially offset by higher sales volume generated by newly-opened (including relocations) or acquired IDCs and, to a lesser extent, the aforementioned gain associated with business interruption insurance recoveries.

 

Interest and other miscellaneous income, net increased $3.6 million from the prior year comparable period. The increase was due, primarily, to increased investment income resulting from higher interest rates and higher cash and short-term investment balances maintained during the current period.

 

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Interest and other related financing costs increased $2.5 million from the prior year comparable period. The increase was due, primarily, to interest expense incurred in connection with our issuance of senior unsecured debt in September 2005.

 

Income tax expense for the six months ended December 31, 2006 totaled $18.5 million as compared to $27.0 million for the six months ended December 31, 2005. Our effective tax rate for the current six month period was 37.2%, down from 38.4% in the prior year comparable period. The lower effective tax rate was a result, primarily, of the benefits derived from the manufacturers’ deduction provided for under The Jobs Creation Act of 2004 and certain tax planning initiatives. Partially offsetting these items were the adverse effects of recently-enacted changes within certain state tax legislation, increased state income tax liability arising in connection with the operation of a greater number of Company-owned IDCs, and increased foreign income tax liability associated with our five retail IDCs operating in Canada.

 

For the six months ended December 31, 2006, we recorded net income of $31.2 million as compared to $43.3 million in the prior year comparable period. Net income per diluted share totaled $0.96 in the current six month period and $1.26 per diluted share in the prior year period.

 

Liquidity and Capital Resources

 

As of December 31, 2006, we maintained cash and cash equivalents totaling $155.6 million. Our principal sources of liquidity include cash and cash equivalents, cash flow from operations, and borrowing capacity under a $200.0 million revolving credit facility.

 

The credit facility includes an accordion feature which provides for an additional $100.0 million of liquidity, if needed, as well as sub-facilities for trade and standby letters of credit of $100.0 million and swingline loans of $5.0 million. The credit facility contains various covenants which may limit our ability to: incur debt; engage in mergers and consolidations; make restricted payments; sell certain assets; make investments; and issue stock. We are also required to meet certain financial covenants including a fixed charge coverage ratio, which shall not be less than 3.00 to 1 for any period of four consecutive fiscal quarters ended on or after June 30, 2005, and a leverage ratio, which shall not be greater than 3.00 to 1 at any time. As of December 31, 2006, we had satisfactorily complied with these covenants.

 

In addition, on September 27, 2005, we completed a private offering of $200.0 million in ten-year senior unsecured notes due 2015 (the "Senior Notes"). The Senior Notes were offered by Ethan Allen Global, Inc. ("Global"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Company, and have an annual coupon rate of 5.375%. We intend to utilize the net proceeds of $198.4 million to expand our retail network, invest in our manufacturing and logistics operations, and for other general corporate purposes.

 

In connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes, Global, in July and August 2005, entered into 6 separate forward contracts to hedge the risk-free interest rate associated with $108.0 million of the related debt in order to mitigate the negative impact of interest rate fluctuations on earnings, cash flows and equity. The forward contracts were entered into with a major banking institution thereby mitigating the risk of credit loss. Upon issuance of the Senior Notes and settlement of the related forward contracts, losses totaling $0.9 million were incurred representing the change in the fair value of the forward contracts since their respective trade dates. In accordance with SFAS No. 133, Accounting for Certain Derivative Instruments and Certain Hedging Activities, as amended, it was determined that a portion of the related losses was the result of hedge ineffectiveness and, as such, $0.1 million of the losses was included, within interest and other related financing costs, in the Consolidated Statement of Operations for the three month period ended September 30, 2005. The balance of the losses is included (on a net-of-tax basis) in the Consolidated Balance Sheets within accumulated other comprehensive income and is being amortized to interest expense over the life of the Senior Notes. The remaining unamortized balance of these forward contract losses totaled $0.7 million ($0.4 million, net-of-tax) as of December 31, 2006.

 

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A summary of net cash provided by (used in) operating, investing, and financing activities for the six month periods ended December 31, 2006 and 2005 is provided below (in millions):

 

Six Months Ended
December 31,

2006
2005
Operating Activities:            
  Net income plus depreciation and amortization   $ 42 .7 $ 54 .2
  Working capital    5 .8  9 .6
  Excess tax benefits from share-based payment arrangements    (1 .7)  (0 .1)
  Other (non-cash items, long-term assets and liabilities)    9 .4  2 .3


Total provided by operating activities   $ 56 .2 $ 66 .0


Investing Activities:   
  Capital expenditures   $ (34 .9) $ (21 .2)
  Acquisitions    (9 .6)  (1 .7)
  Asset sales        1 .6
  Other    0 .1    


Total used in investing activities   $ (44 .4) $ (21 .3)


Financing Activities:   
  Revolving credit borrowings (payments), net   $   $ (8 .0)
  Issuances (payments) of long-term debt, net        198 .4
  Issuances of common stock    0 .1  0 .5
  Purchases and other retirements of company stock    (19 .5)  (51 .2)
  Payment of cash dividends    (12 .2)  (11 .2)
  Payment of deferred financing costs    (0 .1)  (2 .1)
  Excess tax benefits from share-based payment arrangements    1 .7  0 .1


Total provided by (used in) financing activities   $ (30 .0) $ 126 .5



Operating Activities

During the six months ended December 31, 2006, cash provided by operating activities decreased $9.8 million as a result, primarily, of (i) decreased sales and operating income, (ii) changes in working capital (accounts receivable, inventories, prepaid and other current assets, customer deposits, payables, and accrued expenses and other current liabilities) arising in the ordinary course of business, and (iii) changes in excess tax benefits arising in connection with the exercise of share-based awards. In addition, operating cash flow for the six month period includes the effects of changes in several other non-cash items, including restructuring and impairment charges, losses incurred in connection with the sale of certain property, plant and equipment during the period, and compensation expense related to share-based awards.

 

Investing Activities

During the six months ended December 31, 2006, cash used in investing activities increased $23.1 million due, primarily, to an increase in cash utilized to fund capital expenditures and acquisition activity. The current level of capital spending is principally attributable to (i) new IDC development and renovation, (ii) conversion of the Dublin, Virginia manufacturing facility to a regional distribution center, (iii) entity-wide technology initiatives, and (iv) improvements within our remaining manufacturing facilities. We anticipate that cash from operations will be sufficient to fund future capital expenditures.

 

 

 

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Financing Activities

During the six months ended December 31, 2006, cash provided by financing activities decreased $156.5 million as a result, primarily, of our receipt of the net proceeds from the issuance of the Senior Notes in the prior year period. The decrease in cash provided as a result of this item was partially offset by (i) a reduction in payments related to the acquisition of treasury stock, and (ii) a decrease in cash utilized to fund net borrowing activity on our revolving credit facility. On November 14, 2006, we declared a dividend of $0.20 per common share, payable on January 25, 2007, to shareholders of record as of January 10, 2007. We expect to continue to declare quarterly dividends for the foreseeable future.

 

As of December 31, 2006, our outstanding debt totaled $202.8 million, the current and long-term portions of which amounted to less than $0.1 million and $202.8 million, respectively. The aggregate scheduled maturities of long-term debt for each of the next five fiscal years are: less than $0.1 million in each of fiscal 2008, 2009, and 2010; and $3.9 million in fiscal 2011. The balance of our long-term debt ($198.8 million) matures in fiscal years 2012 and thereafter.

 

We had no revolving loans outstanding under the credit facility as of December 31, 2006, and stand-by letters of credit outstanding under the facility at that date totaled $15.7 million. Remaining available borrowing capacity under the facility was $184.3 million at December 31, 2006.

 

We believe that our cash flow from operations, together with our other available sources of liquidity, will be adequate to make all required payments of principal and interest on our debt, to permit anticipated capital expenditures, and to fund working capital and other cash requirements. As of December 31, 2006, we had working capital of $257.6 million and a current ratio of 2.92 to 1.

 

In addition to using available cash to fund changes in working capital, necessary capital expenditures, acquisition activity, the repayment of debt, and the payment of dividends, we have been authorized by our Board of Directors to repurchase our common stock, from time to time, either directly or through agents, in the open market at prices and on terms satisfactory to us. All of our common stock repurchases and retirements are recorded as treasury stock and result in a reduction of shareholders’ equity.

 

During the six months ended December 31, 2006 and 2005, we repurchased and/or retired the following shares of our common stock:

 

Six Months Ended
December 31,
2006(1)(2)
2005
Common shares repurchased       478,300     1,606,900  
Cost to repurchase common shares   $ 16,672,720   $ 51,136,909  
Average price per share   $ 34.86   $ 31.82  

 

(1)

Repurchase activity for the six months ended December 31, 2006 excludes $1,000,807 in common stock repurchases with a June 2006 trade date and a July 2006 settlement date.

 

(2)

During August 2006, we also retired 185,930 shares of common stock tendered upon the exercise of outstanding employee stock options (137,517 to cover share exercise and 48,413 to cover related employee tax withholding liabilities). The total value of such shares on the date redeemed was $7,154,586, representing an average price per share of $38.48.

 

 

For each of the periods presented above, we funded our purchases of treasury stock with existing cash on hand and cash generated through current period operations. On July 25, 2006, the Board of Directors increased the then remaining share repurchase authorization to 2,500,000 shares. As of December 31, 2006, we had a remaining Board authorization to repurchase 2,473,000 shares.

 

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Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements and Other Commitments, Contingencies and Contractual Obligations

 

Except as indicated below, we do not utilize or employ any off-balance sheet arrangements, including special-purpose entities, in operating our business. As such, we do not maintain any (i) retained or contingent interests, (ii) derivative instruments (other than as specified below), or (iii) variable interests which could serve as a source of potential risk to our future liquidity, capital resources and results of operations.

 

In connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes, Global, in July and August 2005, entered into 6 separate forward contracts to hedge the risk-free interest rate associated with $108.0 million of the related debt in order to mitigate the negative impact of interest rate fluctuations on earnings, cash flows and equity. The forward contracts were entered into with a major banking institution thereby mitigating the risk of credit loss. Upon issuance of the Senior Notes in September 2005, the related forward contracts were settled. At the present time we have no current plans to engage in further hedging activities.

 

We may, from time to time in the ordinary course of business, provide guarantees on behalf of selected affiliated entities or become contractually obligated to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of certain business agreements. The nature and extent of these guarantees and obligations may vary based on our underlying relationship with the benefiting party and the business purpose for which the guarantee or obligation is being provided. Details of those arrangements for which we act as guarantor or obligor are provided below.

 

Retailer-Related Guarantees

We have obligated ourselves, on behalf of one of our independent retailers, with respect to a $1.5 million credit facility (the "Credit Facility") comprised of a $1.1 million revolving line of credit and a $0.4 million term loan. This obligation requires us, in the event of the retailer’s default under the Credit Facility, to repurchase the retailer’s inventory, applying such purchase price to the retailer’s outstanding indebtedness under the Credit Facility. Our obligation remains in effect for the life of the term loan which expires in April 2008. The maximum potential amount of future payments (undiscounted) that we could be required to make under this obligation is limited to the amount outstanding under the Credit Facility at the time of default (subject to pre-determined lending limits based on the value of the underlying inventory) and, as such, is not an estimate of future cash flows. No specific recourse or collateral provisions exist that would enable recovery of any portion of amounts paid under this obligation, except to the extent that we maintain the right to take title to the repurchased inventory. We anticipate that the repurchased inventory could subsequently be sold through our retail IDC network.

 

As of December 31, 2006, the amount outstanding under the Credit Facility totaled approximately $0.8 million, substantially all of which was outstanding under the revolving credit line. Based on the underlying creditworthiness of the respective retailer, we believe this obligation will expire without requiring funding by us. However, in accordance with the provisions of FASB Interpretation No. 45, Guarantor’s Accounting and Disclosure Requirements for Guarantees, Including Indirect Guarantees of Indebtedness of Others, a liability has been established to reflect our non-contingent obligation under this arrangement as a result of modifications made to the Credit Facility subsequent to January 1, 2003. As of December 31, 2006, the carrying amount of such liability is less than $50,000.

 

Product Warranties

Our products, including our case goods, upholstery and home accents, generally carry explicit product warranties that extend from three to five years and are provided based on terms that are generally accepted in the industry. All of our domestic independent retailers are required to enter into, and perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of, a warranty service agreement. We record provisions for estimated warranty and other related costs at time of sale based on historical warranty loss experience and make periodic adjustments to those provisions to reflect actual experience. On rare occasion, certain warranty and other related claims involve matters of dispute that ultimately are resolved by negotiation, arbitration or litigation. In certain cases, a material warranty issue may arise which is beyond the scope of our historical experience. We provide for such warranty issues as they become known and are deemed to be both

 

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probable and estimable. It is reasonably possible that, from time to time, additional warranty and other related claims could arise from disputes or other matters beyond the scope of our historical experience. As of December 31, 2006, our product warranty liability totaled $1.3 million.

 

Business Outlook

 

While we cannot forecast, with any degree of certainty, changes in the various macro-economic factors that influence the incoming order rate, we believe that we are well-positioned for the next phase of economic growth based upon our existing business model which includes: (i) an established brand; (ii) a comprehensive complement of home decorating solutions; and (iii) a vertically-integrated operating structure.

 

As macro-economic factors change, however, it is also possible that our costs associated with production (including raw materials and labor), distribution (including freight and fuel charges), and retail operations (including compensation and benefits, delivery and warehousing, occupancy, and advertising expenses) may increase. We cannot reasonably predict when, or to what extent, such events may occur or what effect, if any, such events may have on our consolidated financial condition or results of operations.

 

The home furnishings industry remains extremely competitive with respect to both the sourcing of products and the retail sale of those products. Domestic manufacturers continue to face pricing pressures as a result of the manufacturing capabilities developed during recent years in other countries, specifically within Asia. In response to these pressures, a large number of U.S. furniture manufacturers and retailers, including us, have increased their overseas sourcing activities in an attempt to maintain a competitive advantage and retain market share. At the present time, we domestically manufacture and/or assemble approximately 60-65% of our products. We continue to believe that a balanced approach to product sourcing, which includes the domestic manufacture of certain product offerings coupled with the import of other selected products, provides the greatest degree of flexibility and is the most effective approach to ensuring that acceptable levels of quality, service and value are attained.

 

In addition, we believe that our retail strategy, which involves (i) a continued focus on providing a wide array of product solutions and superior customer service, (ii) the opening of larger, new or relocated IDCs in more prominent locations, while encouraging independent retailers to do the same, and (iii) the development of a more professional management structure within our retail network, provides an opportunity to further grow our business.

 

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

 

We are exposed to market risks relating to fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates.

 

Interest rate risk exists primarily through our borrowing activities. Our policy has been to utilize United States dollar denominated borrowings to fund our working capital and investment needs. Short-term debt, if required, is used to meet working capital requirements and long-term debt is generally used to finance long-term investments. There is inherent rollover risk for borrowings as they mature and are renewed at current market rates. The extent of this risk is not quantifiable or predictable because of the variability of future interest rates and our future financing requirements.

 

For floating-rate obligations, interest rate changes do not affect the fair value of the underlying financial instrument but do impact future earnings and cash flows, assuming other factors are held constant. Conversely, for fixed-rate obligations, interest rate changes affect the fair value of the underlying financial instrument but do not impact earnings or cash flows. At December 31, 2006, we had no floating-rate debt obligations outstanding. As of that same date, our fixed-rate debt obligations consist, primarily, of the Senior Notes. The estimated fair value of the Senior Notes as of December 31, 2006, which is based, primarily, on interest rate changes subsequent to the date on which the debt was issued, and which has been determined using quoted market prices, was $188.3 million as compared to a carrying value of $198.6 million.

 

Foreign currency exchange risk is primarily limited to our operation of five Ethan Allen-owned retail IDCs located in Canada as substantially all purchases of imported parts and finished goods are denominated in United States dollars. As such, gains or losses resulting from market changes in the value of foreign currencies have not had, nor are they expected to have, a material effect on our consolidated results of operations.

 

Historically, we have not entered into financial instrument, including derivative, transactions for trading or other speculative purposes or to manage interest rate or currency exposure. However, in connection with the issuance of the Senior Notes, Global, in July and August 2005, entered into 6 separate forward contracts to hedge the risk-free interest rate associated with $108.0 million of the related debt in order to minimize the negative impact of interest rate fluctuations on earnings, cash flows and equity. The forward contracts were entered into with a major banking institution thereby mitigating the risk of credit loss. Upon issuance of the Senior Notes, the related forward contracts were settled. At the present time, we have no current plans to engage in further hedging activities.

 

Item 4. Controls and Procedures

 

Management’s Report on Disclosure Controls and Procedures

 

Our management, including the Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer ("CEO") (our principal executive officer) and the Vice President-Finance ("VPF") (our principal financial officer), conducted an evaluation of the effectiveness of disclosure controls and procedures (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act")) as of the end of the period covered by this report. Based on such evaluation, the CEO and VPF have concluded that, as of December 31, 2006, our disclosure controls and procedures were effective in ensuring that material information relating to us (including our consolidated subsidiaries), which is required to be disclosed by us in our periodic reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported within the time periods specified in the SEC’s rules and forms.

 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

There have been no changes in our internal control over financial reporting (as such term is defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act) during the quarter ended December 31, 2006 that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

 

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PART II - OTHER INFORMATION

 

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

 

Except as set forth herein, there has been no material change to the matters discussed in Part I, Item 3 - Legal Proceedings in our Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2006.

 

Item 1A. Risk Factors

 

There has been no material change to the matters discussed in Part I, Item 1A – Risk Factors in our Annual Report on Form 10-K as filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on September 13, 2006.                 

 

Item 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

 

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

 

Certain information regarding purchases made by or on behalf of us or any affiliated purchaser (as defined in Rule 10b-18(a)(3) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) of our common stock during the three months ended December 31, 2006 is provided below:

 

 

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 (a)

October 2006

-

-

-

2,473,000

November 2006

-

-

-

2,473,000

December 2006

-

-

-

2,473,000

 


 


 

Total

-

-

-

 

 


 


 

 

 

(a)

On November 21, 2002, our Board of Directors approved a share repurchase program authorizing us to repurchase up to 2,000,000 shares of our common stock, from time to time, either directly or through agents, in the open market at prices and on terms satisfactory to us. Subsequent to that date, the Board of Directors increased the remaining authorization as follows: from 904,755 shares to 2,500,000 shares on April 27, 2004; from 753,600 shares to 2,000,000 shares on November 16, 2004; from 691,100 shares to 2,000,000 shares on April 26, 2005; from 393,100 shares to 2,500,000 shares on November 15, 2005; and from 1,110,400 shares to 2,500,000 shares on July 25, 2006.  

 

Item 3. Defaults Upon Senior Securities

 

 

None.

 

Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

 

The Annual Meeting of Shareholders of Ethan Allen Interiors Inc. was held on November 14, 2006. Proxies for The Annual Meeting of Shareholders were solicited pursuant to Rule 14 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended; there was no solicitation in opposition to the nominees for the Board of Directors as listed in the proxy statement; and such nominees were elected.

A brief description of each matter voted upon at the Annual Meeting, and the results of the voting, are as follows:

    1.        Election of Directors to serve for a term expiring in 2009:

       Name
     For
Withheld   
Richard A. Sandberg   28,518,963   137,448  
Frank A. Wisner  28,516,237   140,174  

    2.        Election/ratification of KPMG LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2007:

       For
     Against
Abstentions   
    28,424,298   125,805   106,308  

    3.        Election/ratification of proposal to amend the 1992 Stock Option Plan:

       For
     Against
Abstentions   
    22,540,425   3,266,602   2,849,384  

 

Item 5. Other Information

 

 

None.

 

Item 6. Exhibits  

 

 

Exhibit Number

Description

 

*

31.1

Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of Principal Executive Officer

 

*

31.2

Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of Principal Financial Officer

 

*

32.1

Section 1350 Certification of Principal Executive Officer

 

*

32.2

Section 1350 Certification of Principal Financial Officer

 

*

Filed herewith.

 

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SIGNATURES

 

Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.

 

ETHAN ALLEN INTERIORS INC.

(Registrant)

 

 

DATE:

February 6, 2007

 

BY:

/s/ M. Farooq Kathwari                                              

 

M. Farooq Kathwari

Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer

 

(Principal Executive Officer)

 

 

DATE:

February 6, 2007

 

BY:

/s/ Jeffrey Hoyt                                                           

 

Jeffrey Hoyt

 

Vice President, Finance and Treasurer

(Principal Financial Officer and

Principal Accounting Officer)

 

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EXHIBIT INDEX

 

Exhibit

 

Number

Exhibit

 

 

31.1

Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of Principal Executive Officer

 

31.2

Rule 13a-14(a) Certification of Principal Financial Officer

 

32.1

Section 1350 Certification of Principal Executive Officer

 

32.2

Section 1350 Certification of Principal Financial Officer

 

 

 

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