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Silgan Holdings Inc. 10-K Summary

Business Context and Reporting Period

Company: Silgan Holdings Inc.
Filing Type: Form 10-K (Annual Report)
Period Ended: December 31, 2002
Business Overview: Silgan is a leading North American manufacturer of metal and plastic consumer goods packaging. The company operates through two primary segments: Metal Food Containers (75% of sales) and Plastic Containers (25% of sales). It holds approximately 49% of the U.S. metal food container market share. The company operates 68 manufacturing plants across North America.

Key Financial Metrics (Year Ended Dec 31, 2002)

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue Growth: Consolidated net sales increased 2.4% to $1.988 billion, driven by a 6.1% increase in metal food container sales and a 1.6% increase in plastic container sales.
• Profitability: Income from operations rose 10.2% to $168.0 million. This improvement was aided by the elimination of goodwill amortization (due to SFAS No. 142 adoption), rationalization credits of $5.6 million (compared to $9.3 million in charges in 2001), and higher volumes.
• Segment Performance:
  • Metal Food Containers: Operating income increased 11.4% to $120.6 million.
  • Plastic Containers: Operating income increased 15.0% to $52.9 million.
• Debt Structure: In June 2002, the company refinanced its U.S. credit facility to an $850 million agreement. In April 2002, it issued an additional $200 million of 9% Senior Subordinated Debentures.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Outlook and Strategy: Management intends to continue using leverage to support growth and increase shareholder returns. The strategy focuses on acquisitions that generate attractive cash returns and internal growth. The company estimates that approximately 85% of projected metal food container sales in 2003 will be under multi-year supply arrangements.

Recent Acquisitions (Post-Period):

• Thatcher Tubes (Jan 2003): Acquired for approximately $32 million in cash to expand decorated plastic tube capabilities.
• White Cap (Mar 2003): Acquired remaining 65% equity interest for $37.1 million cash and refinanced ~$90 million of debt.
• PCP Can Manufacturing (Announced Mar 2003): Expected to close in April 2003.

Risks and Contingencies:

• Customer Concentration: The three largest customers (Nestle, Del Monte, Campbell) accounted for approximately 34.9% of net sales in 2002.
• Raw Materials: Prices for steel, aluminum, and resins are subject to market fluctuations, though the company generally passes these costs through to customers via multi-year contracts.
• Seasonality: Sales are seasonal, with higher volumes in the third quarter due to fruit and vegetable harvests.
• Environmental: Subject to environmental laws; a $2.3 million fine was received in 2001 for air violations at a leased facility, though the company expects indemnification from the former owner.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Debt Covenants: Verify compliance with the new $850 million credit facility covenants, particularly regarding leverage ratios and interest coverage.
• Integration of Acquisitions: Monitor the financial impact and integration progress of the White Cap and Thatcher Tubes acquisitions completed in early 2003.
• Customer Retention: Track the renewal status of multi-year supply contracts with major customers (Nestle, Campbell, Del Monte), which represent a significant portion of revenue.
• Goodwill Impairment: Review future annual goodwill impairment tests under SFAS No. 142, as amortization has ceased.
• Interest Rate Exposure: Assess the impact of floating interest rates on the $73.3 million of variable-rate debt, despite existing swap agreements.