Sentences with phrase «operating cost basis»

-- Once again the club has continued to carefully manage its operating cost base effectively - first team playing wages represented 47 % of turnover compared to 50 % during the prior financial year whilst the club finished six League positions higher during the most recent campaign.

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Meanwhile Plano, Texas - based Choose Energy operates a website offering cost - comparison service tools for energy usage.
Management believes analysts and investors use Adjusted EBITDA as a supplemental measure to evaluate overall operating performance and facilitate comparisons with other wireless communications companies because it is indicative of T - Mobile's ongoing operating performance and trends by excluding the impact of interest expense from financing, non-cash depreciation and amortization from capital investments, non-cash stock - based compensation, network decommissioning costs as they are not indicative of T - Mobile's ongoing operating performance and certain other nonrecurring income and expenses.
Kalgoorlie - based MacPhersons Resources says its Nimbus - Boorara project near Kalgoorlie will have lower capital and operating costs than previously estimated, according to early findings in the feasibility study on the project.
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.
Actual results, including with respect to our targets and prospects, could differ materially due to a number of factors, including the risk that we may not obtain sufficient orders to achieve our targeted revenues; price competition in key markets; the risk that we or our channel partners are not able to develop and expand customer bases and accurately anticipate demand from end customers, which can result in increased inventory and reduced orders as we experience wide fluctuations in supply and demand; the risk that our commercial Lighting Products results will continue to suffer if new issues arise regarding issues related to product quality for this business; the risk that we may experience production difficulties that preclude us from shipping sufficient quantities to meet customer orders or that result in higher production costs and lower margins; our ability to lower costs; the risk that our results will suffer if we are unable to balance fluctuations in customer demand and capacity, including bringing on additional capacity on a timely basis to meet customer demand; the risk that longer manufacturing lead times may cause customers to fulfill their orders with a competitor's products instead; the risk that the economic and political uncertainty caused by the proposed tariffs by the United States on Chinese goods, and any corresponding Chinese tariffs in response, may negatively impact demand for our products; product mix; risks associated with the ramp - up of production of our new products, and our entry into new business channels different from those in which we have historically operated; the risk that customers do not maintain their favorable perception of our brand and products, resulting in lower demand for our products; the risk that our products fail to perform or fail to meet customer requirements or expectations, resulting in significant additional costs, including costs associated with warranty returns or the potential recall of our products; ongoing uncertainty in global economic conditions, infrastructure development or customer demand that could negatively affect product demand, collectability of receivables and other related matters as consumers and businesses may defer purchases or payments, or default on payments; risks resulting from the concentration of our business among few customers, including the risk that customers may reduce or cancel orders or fail to honor purchase commitments; the risk that we are not able to enter into acceptable contractual arrangements with the significant customers of the acquired Infineon RF Power business or otherwise not fully realize anticipated benefits of the transaction; the risk that retail customers may alter promotional pricing, increase promotion of a competitor's products over our products or reduce their inventory levels, all of which could negatively affect product demand; the risk that our investments may experience periods of significant stock price volatility causing us to recognize fair value losses on our investment; the risk posed by managing an increasingly complex supply chain that has the ability to supply a sufficient quantity of raw materials, subsystems and finished products with the required specifications and quality; the risk we may be required to record a significant charge to earnings if our goodwill or amortizable assets become impaired; risks relating to confidential information theft or misuse, including through cyber-attacks or cyber intrusion; our ability to complete development and commercialization of products under development, such as our pipeline of Wolfspeed products, improved LED chips, LED components, and LED lighting products risks related to our multi-year warranty periods for LED lighting products; risks associated with acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures or investments generally; the rapid development of new technology and competing products that may impair demand or render our products obsolete; the potential lack of customer acceptance for our products; risks associated with ongoing litigation; and other factors discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), including our report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended June 25, 2017, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC.
The most expensive projects, on an operating - cost basis, are the integrated mining operations (a few bottom - tier thermal sites may be higher, but on average the mining sites have the highest costs) such as Suncor, Syncrude, Shell and CNRL.
The operating costs don't change based on the number of people who show up.
As a cloud - based application, Picnik doesn't need to be downloaded — it's instantly available from any browser, which lowers operating costs.
«Non-GAAP Income from Operations» is defined as our non-GAAP income from operations (revenues less cost of revenues and operating expenses, excluding the impact of stock - based compensation expense and amortization of acquisition - related intangible assets), as adjusted to exclude certain acquisitions and not including the impact of amounts payable under the Kokua Bonus Plan.
Forward - looking statements may include, among others, statements concerning our projected adjusted income (loss) from operations outlook for 2018, on both a consolidated and segment basis; projected total revenue growth and global medical customer growth, each over year end 2017; projected growth beyond 2018; projected medical care and operating expense ratios and medical cost trends; our projected consolidated adjusted tax rate; future financial or operating performance, including our ability to deliver personalized and innovative solutions for our customers and clients; future growth, business strategy, strategic or operational initiatives; economic, regulatory or competitive environments, particularly with respect to the pace and extent of change in these areas; financing or capital deployment plans and amounts available for future deployment; our prospects for growth in the coming years; the proposed merger (the «Merger») with Express Scripts Holding Company («Express Scripts») and other statements regarding Cigna's future beliefs, expectations, plans, intentions, financial condition or performance.
But many do not seem to be aware of the extent of tax deductions they can claim by operating a home - based business, which range from the interest on your mortgage, if you're carrying one on your home, through a portion of the cost of cleaning materials as 6 Home Based Business Tax Deductions You Don't Want to Miss explbased business, which range from the interest on your mortgage, if you're carrying one on your home, through a portion of the cost of cleaning materials as 6 Home Based Business Tax Deductions You Don't Want to Miss explBased Business Tax Deductions You Don't Want to Miss explains.
The assumptions underlying the fair value calculation include: the labor required using a burdened overhead rate, the development period, a developer's profit based on the operating profitability of market participants, and the opportunity cost based on the estimated required return on
However, the fact that the cost of fulfillment increased 500 basis points as percent of revenue generated tells us that AMZN is losing even more on an operating business on Prime memberships.
We operate efficiently and cost - effectively and aim to deliver a pattern of discoveries and value creation for all shareholders through rigorous exploration based on sound geological interpretation.
Actual results may vary materially from those expressed or implied by forward - looking statements based on a number of factors, including, without limitation: (1) risks related to the consummation of the Merger, including the risks that (a) the Merger may not be consummated within the anticipated time period, or at all, (b) the parties may fail to obtain shareholder approval of the Merger Agreement, (c) the parties may fail to secure the termination or expiration of any waiting period applicable under the HSR Act, (d) other conditions to the consummation of the Merger under the Merger Agreement may not be satisfied, (e) all or part of Arby's financing may not become available, and (f) the significant limitations on remedies contained in the Merger Agreement may limit or entirely prevent BWW from specifically enforcing Arby's obligations under the Merger Agreement or recovering damages for any breach by Arby's; (2) the effects that any termination of the Merger Agreement may have on BWW or its business, including the risks that (a) BWW's stock price may decline significantly if the Merger is not completed, (b) the Merger Agreement may be terminated in circumstances requiring BWW to pay Arby's a termination fee of $ 74 million, or (c) the circumstances of the termination, including the possible imposition of a 12 - month tail period during which the termination fee could be payable upon certain subsequent transactions, may have a chilling effect on alternatives to the Merger; (3) the effects that the announcement or pendency of the Merger may have on BWW and its business, including the risks that as a result (a) BWW's business, operating results or stock price may suffer, (b) BWW's current plans and operations may be disrupted, (c) BWW's ability to retain or recruit key employees may be adversely affected, (d) BWW's business relationships (including, customers, franchisees and suppliers) may be adversely affected, or (e) BWW's management's or employees» attention may be diverted from other important matters; (4) the effect of limitations that the Merger Agreement places on BWW's ability to operate its business, return capital to shareholders or engage in alternative transactions; (5) the nature, cost and outcome of pending and future litigation and other legal proceedings, including any such proceedings related to the Merger and instituted against BWW and others; (6) the risk that the Merger and related transactions may involve unexpected costs, liabilities or delays; (7) other economic, business, competitive, legal, regulatory, and / or tax factors; and (8) other factors described under the heading «Risk Factors» in Part I, Item 1A of BWW's Annual Report on Form 10 - K for the fiscal year ended December 25, 2016, as updated or supplemented by subsequent reports that BWW has filed or files with the SEC.
While ININ operated in the cloud based services industry, its profitability fell below many competitors, and worst of all, its costs were growing significantly faster than revenues.
This is because when a company operates its entire business on a cost - free basis, it means several things.
Investors should expect operating and capital costs to represent no less than 30 % of the drug's royalty - based sales.
Additionally, as expected, SG&A as a percent of revenue, decreased 20 basis points and landfill operating costs as a percent of revenue also decreased.
The Seattle - based online retailer has said its «HQ2» will employ up to 50,000 and cost about $ 5 billion to build and operate.
The Web - based software helps you locate your vehicles, while also helping you get more savings from operating costs and lesser fuel use.
I'm sure Wall Street would hate to have to compete with a solid plan with an operating cost of about 3 to 5 basis points.
I a anticipate REE prices remaining high on a historic basis, but as costs have also risen, those companies that can present a manageable operating expense are going to win.
Lawyers for Kentucky's Department of Insurance are encouraging a judge to hold Medi - Share, a cost - sharing ministry that helps pay medical bills for Christians who don't smoke or abuse alcohol (among other qualifications), in contempt for continuing to operate in the state more than a year after a circuit court judge ordered the Florida - based group to stop until it meets Kentucky insurance regulations.
We are able to operate at a better economy of scale at a reduced - charge rate compared to a for - profit corporation that needs to make the revenue, and our costs of goods sold is typically less than that of a profit based company.»
The IRS mileage rate is a fixed, nationally averaged rate that is calculated once each year based on the previous year's average costs of operating a vehicle.
The company no longer operates its grocery warehouse but instead supplies its stores through Associated Wholesale Grocers, based in Kansas City, Mo. «They have huge buying power because of their size, so we can buy the groceries at a better cost for our customers,» Robert Greer says.
CMA's success is based on strategic choices: offering high quality machines designed to maximize productivity while minimizing operating costs, consumption of water, energy and cleaning products, as well as guaranteeing long - lasting efficiency.
This allows Australian Organic to be recognised as an entity which is conducting its business nationally, with other benefits including reduced administration costs and greater assistance in operating on a not - for - profit basis.
JPMorgan expects food and grocery margins to fall 91 basis points to just 3.23 per cent — less than half those at Woolworths — because of operating deleverage, higher operating costs and gross margin compression from reducing inventories.
Erma Tranter, executive director of Friends of the Parks, said the fee increase penalizes Chicago residents, who pay taxes to support park - based museums» operating costs.
All capital budget items shall include justifications based on return on investment, leverage of other revenue sources, payback period, impact on credit rating, relative value in reducing operating or capital costs, or other such appropriate measures typically utilized to justify and prioritize such expenditures.
The financial institution assured that, `' barring any unforeseen circumstances, we see improved operating performance in 2018 based on the improving macro-economic and capital markets environment, declining cost of funds for the bank, and the growing contributions of asset and wealth management following last year's acquisitions».
One could frame the debate in the advantages of using less fossil fuel, which range from lower costs to people (an all electric car has operating costs about 1/4 that of a gasoline vehicle), to balance of payments (less capital flowing out of the country, especially relevant to countries who import most of their oil), to terrorism (not funding it, and western influence leaving the ME, which is the basis of most ME terrorist organizations) to conflict in general (most of the major conflicts in the last 30 years have involved ME oil), to finite supply (when we run out, we'll be facing a global economic meltdown).
«CIBC lent Mr. Karasick $ 36.5 million for the deal in 2007 and recently insisted the purchase price was «well justified,» even though a securities filing shows the mortgage approval was based on a monthly operating cost of... less than half of what the former owners spent... Cuts in service — maintenance staff was slashed from nine to three — had immediately followed the sale.»
For a Northern California household in a region served by the Pacific Gas & Electric utility, a one - time investment of $ 1,150 for 30 LED - based light bulbs of 60 watts at a cost of $ 35 each would pay itself back within two and a half years even if the bulbs operate only three hours per day on average, the J.P. Morgan report says.
Manufactured in bulk, low - cost Sprites could be deployed and networked by the hundreds or thousands to create space - based sensor arrays of unprecedented breadth, with each craft so lightweight that it could operate without propellant, shifting or maintaining its orbit solely through the radiation pressure of starlight or the forces imparted by a planet's magnetic field.
We do not have direct funding and operate on a cost - recovery basis in which the fees researchers pay for the tissues and organs cover the running costs of our organisation without making a profit.
According to Barry Bratcher, the company's chief operating officer, the plant - based system allows for considerable efficacy while KBP's automated facility keeps MB - 003 cost - effective and cuts down on the production time required.
It will work in collaboration with the New York based - International AIDS Vaccine Initiative (IAVI); operating costs will be shared equally.
SAM develops cost - of - energy estimates for grid - connected power projects based on local weather conditions, installation and operating costs, and system design parameters for a range of renewable energy technologies, including solar photovoltaics (PV), concentrating solar power (CSP), wind, and geothermal.
The CSD schools operated with a severe funding disadvantage from the outset, receiving little more than the Base Student Cost (BSE) allocation, with no support that would make up for their lack of municipal tax revenue that is the largest source of funds for South Carolina's traditional public schools.
Browne recognizes charters» issue with the base formula used to reimburse them, which assumes charters have lower operating costs than traditional districts.
«My current school does not accept a penny of federal funding, or any federal grants, even though we are on a shoestring each year and are able to operate only based on our tuition (which covers about 70 % of our costs), our ability to attract groups to use our facilities during vacations and summers for revenue, and our (my) ability to fundraise,» said Jorgenson.
It's true that a school - based health center costs more to operate than a traditional health center.
Changed votes by two Board members over the approval of two Aspire charter schools at this week's Board meeting gave the public a glimpse at a much larger debate over whether charter schools based in Los Angeles should be allowed to operate their special education programs through a partnership with a far - off district that costs...
In addition, Hamilton district voters concurrently authorized the school board to exceed the district's revenue limit by $ 1.5 million on a recurring basis to cover the costs of operating the new intermediate school.
Based on driving 15,000 miles per year, depending on vehicle type, owning and operating a vehicle can cost an average of 60.8 cents per mile or $ 9,722 per year.
The incremental battery cost of large - battery plug - in hybrids is difficult to justify based on the incremental savings of PHEVs» operating costs unless a subsidy is offered for large - battery PHEVs.
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