Rollins - 10-Q quarterly report FY

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549

FORM 10–Q

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

For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2006

Commission File Number 1-4422

ROLLINS, INC.

(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

2170 Piedmont Road, N.E., Atlanta, Georgia

(Address of principal executive offices)

30324

(Zip Code)

(404) 888-2000

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

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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. Yes x    No o

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.

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

Rollins, Inc. had 67,780,358 shares of its $1 par value Common Stock outstanding as of October 15, 2006.

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Basis of Preparation - The consolidated financial statements included herein have been prepared by Rollins, Inc. (the “Company”), without audit, pursuant to the rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission applicable to quarterly reporting on Form 10-Q. These consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Statement of Financial Accounting Standard No. 94, “Consolidation of All Majority-Owned Subsidiaries” (“SFAS 94”) and Rule 3A-02(a) of Regulation S-X. In accordance with SFAS 94 and Rule 3A-02(a) of Regulation S-X, the Company’s policy is to consolidate all subsidiaries and investees where it has voting control. The Company does not have any subsidiaries or investees where it has less than a 100% equity interest or less than 100% voting control, nor does it have any interest in other investees, joint ventures, or other variable interest entities that require consolidation under FASB interpretation No. 46, “Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities” (FIN 46R).

Footnote disclosures normally included in financial statements prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States have been condensed or omitted as permitted by such rules and regulations. These consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the financial statements and related notes contained in the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005.   

In the opinion of management, the consolidated financial statements included herein contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly the financial position of the Company as of September 30, 2006 and December 31, 2005, the results of its operations for the three and nine months ended September 30, 2006 and 2005 and cash flows for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 and 2005. All such adjustments are of a normal recurring nature. Operating results for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 are not necessarily indicative of the results that may be expected for the year ending December 31, 2006.

The Company has only one reportable segment, its pest and termite control business. The Company’s results of operations and its financial condition are not reliant upon any single customer or a few customers or the Company’s foreign operations.

Estimates Used in the Preparation of Consolidated Financial Statements—The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the accompanying notes and financial statements. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

Cash and Cash Equivalents—The Company considers all investments with an original maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents. Short-term investments, all of which are cash equivalents, are stated at cost, which approximates fair market value.

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - In accordance with SFAS No. 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets”, the Company classifies intangible assets into three categories: (1) intangible assets with definite lives subject to amortization; (2) intangible assets with indefinite lives not subject to amortization; and (3) goodwill. The Company does not amortize intangible assets with indefinite lives and goodwill. Goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite useful lives are tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or circumstances indicate the assets might be impaired. Such conditions may include an economic downturn or a change in the assessment of future operations. The Company performs impairment tests of goodwill at the company level. Such impairment tests for goodwill include comparing the fair value of the appropriate reporting unit (the Company) with its carrying value. The Company performs impairment tests for indefinite-lived intangible assets by comparing the fair value of each indefinite-lived intangible asset unit to its carrying value. The Company recognizes an impairment charge if the asset’s carrying value exceeds its estimated fair value. The Company completed its annual impairment analyses as of September 30, 2006. Based upon the results of these analyses, the Company has concluded that no impairment of its goodwill or other intangible assets was indicated.

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Impairment of Long-Lived Assets - In accordance with SFAS 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets”, the Company’s long-lived assets, such as property and equipment and intangible assets with definite lives are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of these assets may not be recoverable. Recoverability of assets to be held and used is measured by a comparison of the carrying amount of an asset to estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to be generated by the asset. If the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its estimated undiscounted future cash flows, an impairment charge is recognized in the amount by which the carrying amount of the asset exceeds the fair value of the asset. Based upon the results of these analyses, the Company has concluded that no impairment of its long-lived assets was indicated.

Comprehensive Income (Loss)—Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) results from foreign currency translations, unrealized gain/losses on marketable securities and changes in the minimum pension liability.

Franchising Program - Orkin had 57 franchises as of September 30, 2006, including international franchises in Mexico, established in 2000, Panama, established in 2003, and Costa Rica, established in 2006. Transactions with franchises involve sales of customer contracts to establish new franchises, initial franchise fees and royalties. The customer contracts and initial franchise fees are typically sold for a combination of cash and notes due over periods ranging up to 5 years. Notes receivable from franchises aggregated $5.1 million, $5.5 million, and $5.9 million as of September 30, 2006, December 31, 2005, and September 30, 2005, respectively. The Company recognizes gains from the sale of customer contracts at the time they are sold to franchisees and collection on the notes is reasonably assured. Such amounts are included as a component of revenues in the accompanying Consolidated Statements of Income. The Company incurred losses from sale of pest control customers of approximately $32,000 in the third quarter of 2006, compared to a $0.5 million gain in the third quarter of 2005, and a $0.7 million gain for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 compared to a $1.6 million gain for the nine months ended September 30, 2005. Initial franchise fees are deferred for the duration of the initial contract period and are included as unearned revenue in the Consolidated Statements of Financial Position. Deferred franchise fees amounted to $2.0 million, $1.9 million, and $1.9 million at September 30, 2006, December 31, 2005, and September 30, 2005, respectively. Royalties from franchises are accrued and recognized as revenues as earned on a monthly basis. Revenues from royalties were $572,000 in the third quarter of 2006 compared to $549,000 in the third quarter of 2005 and were $1.7 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 compared to $1.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2005. The Company’s maximum exposure to loss relating to the franchises notes aggregated $3.1 million, $3.5 million, and $4.0 million at September 30, 2006, December 31, 2005 and September 30, 2005, respectively.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments—The Company’s financial instruments consist of cash, short-term investments, marketable securities, trade and notes receivables, accounts payable and other short-term liabilities. The carrying amounts of these financial instruments approximate their fair values.

Seasonality— The business of the Company is affected by the seasonal nature of the Company’s pest and termite control services. The increase in pest pressure and activity, as well as the metamorphosis of termites in the spring and summer (the occurrence of which is determined by the timing of the change in seasons), has historically resulted in an increase in the revenue of the Company’s pest and termite control operations during such periods as evidenced by the following chart.

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In accordance with SFAS No. 128, “Earnings Per Share” (“EPS”), the Company presents basic EPS and diluted EPS. Basic EPS is computed on the basis of weighted-average shares outstanding. Diluted EPS is computed on the basis of weighted-average shares outstanding plus common stock options outstanding and unvested restricted stock awards during the period which, if exercised or vested, would have a dilutive effect on EPS. Basic and diluted EPS have been restated for the March 10, 2005, three-for-two stock split for all periods presented. A reconciliation of the number of weighted-average shares used in computing basic and diluted EPS is as follows:

In the third quarter of 2006, the Company announced that it repurchased 127,306 shares of common stock with a total of 1,006,680 shares repurchased year to date. Rollins has had a buyback program in place for a number of years and has routinely purchased shares when it felt the opportunity was desirable. The Board authorized the purchase of 4 million additional shares of the Company’s common stock at its quarterly meeting on October 26, 2005. Approximately 2.3 million shares remain authorized for purchase. The stock buy-back program has no expiration date.

In June 2006, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation No. 48, “Accounting for Uncertainty in Income Taxes—an interpretation of FASB Statement No. 109” (“FIN 48”), which provides criteria for the recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure of uncertain tax positions. A tax benefit from an uncertain position may be recognized only if it is “more likely than not” that the position is sustainable based on its technical merits. The provisions of FIN 48 are effective for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2006. The Company is currently assessing the impact of FIN 48 on its consolidated financial statements.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 157, “Fair Value Measurements”. This Statement clarifies the definition of fair value, establishes a framework for measuring fair value, and expands the disclosures of fair value measurements. SFAS 157 is effective for fiscal years beginning after November 15, 2007. The Company is currently assessing the impact of SFAS No. 157 on its consolidated financial statements.

In September 2006, the FASB issued SFAS No. 158, “Employers’ Accounting for Defined Benefit Pension and Other Postretirement Plans – an amendment of FASB Statements No. 87, 88, 106 and 132(R).” SFAS No. 158 requires an employer to recognize the overfunded or underfunded status of a defined benefit postretirement plan as an asset or liability in its statement of financial position and recognize changes in the funded status in the year in which the changes occur. SFAS No. 158 is effective for fiscal years ending after December 15, 2006. The Company is currently assessing the impact of SFAS No. 158 on its consolidated financial statements.

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In September 2006, the SEC issued SAB No. 108, “Considering the Effects of Prior Year Misstatements when Qualifying Misstatements in Current Year Financial Statements.” SAB 108 provides guidance on the consideration of effects of the prior year misstatement in quantifying current year misstatements for the purpose of a materiality assessment. The SEC staff believes registrants must quantify errors using both a balance sheet and income statement approach and evaluate whether either approach results in a material misstatement, when all relevant quantitative and qualitative factors are considered. SAB 108 is effective for the first annual period ending after November 15, 2006 with early application encouraged. The Company plans to adopt SAB 108 at its fiscal year-end December 31, 2006. The Company does not believe the adoption of SAB 108 will have a material impact on its Consolidated Financial Statements.

Orkin, one of the Company’s subsidiaries, is a named defendant in Mark and Christine Butland et al. v. Orkin Exterminating Company, Inc., et al. pending in the Circuit Court of Hillsborough County, Tampa, Florida. The plaintiffs filed suit in March of 1999 and are seeking monetary damages and injunctive relief. The Court ruled in early April 2002, certifying the class action lawsuit against Orkin. Orkin appealed this ruling to the Florida Second District Court of Appeals, which remanded the case back to the trial court for further findings. In December 2004 the Court issued a new ruling certifying the class action. Orkin appealed this new ruling to the Florida Second District Court of Appeals. In June 2006, the Florida Second District Court of Appeals issued a ruling denying certification of the class.  The Plaintiffs have moved for a rehearing from the Florida Second District Court of Appeals, which Orkin has opposed. In the opinion of management, the ultimate resolution of this matter will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or liquidity.

Additionally, in the normal course of business, Orkin is a defendant in a number of lawsuits, which allege that plaintiffs have been damaged as a result of the rendering of services by Orkin. Orkin is actively contesting these actions. Some lawsuits or arbitrations have been filed (Ernest W. Warren and Dolores G. Warren, et al. v. Orkin Exterminating Company, Inc., et al.; and Francis D. Petsch, et al. v. Orkin Exterminating Company, Inc., et al.) in which the plaintiffs are seeking certification of a class. The cases originate in Georgia and Florida. In Warren, the Superior Court of Cobb County, Marietta, Georgia, ruled in August 2006, certifying the class action against Orkin. Orkin is appealing this ruling to the Georgia Court of Appeals. Orkin believes these cases to be without merit and intends to defend itself vigorously through trial, if necessary. At this time, the final outcome of the litigation cannot be determined. However, in the opinion of management, the ultimate resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations or liquidity.  

Orkin is involved in certain environmental matters primarily arising in the normal course of business. In the opinion of management, the Company’s liability under any of these matters would not materially affect its financial condition or results of operations.  Consistent with the Company’s responsibilities under these regulations, the Company undertakes environmental assessments and remediation of hazardous substances from time to time as the Company determines its responsibilities for these purposes.  As these situations arise, the Company accrues management’s best estimate of future costs for these activities.  Based on management’s current estimates of these costs, management does not believe these costs are material to the Company’s financial condition or operating results or liquidity.

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During the third quarter ended September 30, 2006, the Company repurchased 127,306 shares for $2.5 million under its stock repurchase program. Also, during the third quarter ended September 30, 2006, approximately 0.1 million shares of common stock were issued upon exercise of stock options by employees. For the three months ended September 30, 2005, the Company issued approximately 0.1 million shares of common stock upon exercise of stock options by employees. For the nine months ended September 30, 2006, the Company has purchased over 1.0 millions shares of common shares at a weighted average price of $19.32 per share. Also, the nine months ended September 30, 2006, the Company has issued approximately 0.5 million shares of common stock upon exercise of stock options by employees. For the nine months ended September 30, 2005, the Company issued approximately 1.1 million shares of common stock upon exercise of stock options by employees.

Stock options and time lapse restricted shares (TLRS’s) have been issued to officers and other management employees under the Company’s Employee Stock Incentive Plans. The stock options generally vest over a five-year period and expire ten years from the issuance date.

TLRS’s provide for the issuance of a share of the Company’s Common Stock at no cost to the holder and generally vest after a certain stipulated number of years from the grant date, depending on the terms of the issue. The Company issued TLRS’s that vest over ten years prior to 2004. TLRS’s issued 2004 and later vest in 20 percent increments starting with the second anniversary of the grant, over six years from the date of grant. During these years, grantees receive all dividends declared and retain voting rights for the granted shares. The agreements under which the restricted stock is issued provide that shares awarded may not be sold or otherwise transferred until restrictions established under the plans have lapsed.

The Company issues new shares from its authorized but unissued share pool. At September 30, 2006, approximately 4.1 million shares of the Company’s common stock were reserved for issuance. Effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123 (revised 2004), Share-Based Payment (“SFAS 123R”), which requires the Company to measure the cost of employee services received in exchange for all equity awards granted including stock options and TLRS’s based on the fair market value of the award as of the grant date. SFAS 123R supersedes Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 123, “Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation,” and Accounting Principles Board Opinion No. 25, “Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees” (“APB 25”). The Company has adopted SFAS 123R using the modified prospective application method of adoption which requires the Company to record compensation cost related to unvested stock awards as of December 31, 2005 by recognizing the unamortized grant date fair value of these awards over the remaining service periods of those awards with no change in historical reported earnings. Awards granted after December 31, 2005 are valued at fair value in accordance with provisions of SFAS 123R and recognized on a straight line basis over the service periods of each award. The Company estimated forfeiture rates for the third quarter of 2006 based on its historical experience.

Prior to 2006, the Company accounted for stock-based compensation in accordance with APB 25 using the intrinsic value method, which did not require that compensation cost be recognized for the Company’s stock options provided the option exercise price was established at 100% of the common stock fair market value on the date of grant. Under APB 25, the Company was required to record expense over the vesting period for the fair value of TLRS’s granted. Prior to 2006, the Company provided pro forma disclosure, as if the fair value method defined by SFAS No. 123 had been applied to its stock-based compensation. The Company’s net income and net income per share for the nine months ended September 30, 2005 would have been reduced if compensation cost related to stock options had been recorded in the financial statements based on fair value at the grant dates.

The following pro forma net income and earnings per share (or “EPS”) were determined as if the Company had accounted for employee stock options and stock issued under its employee stock plans using the fair value method prescribed by SFAS 123.

In order to estimate the fair value of stock options, the Company used the Black-Scholes option valuation model, which was developed for use in estimating the fair value of publicly traded options which have no vesting restrictions and are fully transferable. Option valuation models require the input of highly subjective assumptions and these assumptions can vary over time.

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The only options outstanding at September 30, 2006 for SFAS 123R purposes are the grants issued during the first quarters of 2002 and 2003. The Company did not grant any stock options in any years following the 2003 grant, therefore no Black-Scholes calculation was necessary.

As a result of adopting SFAS 123R, the impact to the Consolidated Financial Statements for Net Income for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 was $0.4 million (net of $0.3 million tax benefit) lower, than if the Company had continued to account for stock – based compensation under APB 25. There was no impact to both basic and diluted earnings per share for the three months ended September 30, 2006. Pro forma net income as if the fair value based method had been applied to all awards is as follows:

The following table summarizes the components of the Company’s stock-based compensation programs recorded as expense ($ in thousands):

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As of September 30, 2006, $10.4 million and $0.6 million of total unrecognized compensation cost related to time lapse restricted shares and stock options, respectively, is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of approximately 4.6 years for TLRS’s and 1.3 years for stock options.

Options activity outstanding under the Company’s stock option plan as of September 30, 2006 and changes during the nine months ended September 30, 2006 were as follows: