UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-Q
(Mark One)
þ Quarterly report pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2009.
o 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: 000-26927
WWA GROUP, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
Nevada |
77-0443643 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
600 East Baseline Rd., Suite B3, Tempe, Arizona 85283
(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
(480) 505-0070
(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)
n/a
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Exchange Act during the past 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 þ No o.
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer, or a smaller reporting company as defined by Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act:
Large accelerated filer o Accelerated filer o Non-accelerated filer o Smaller reporting company þ
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act): Yes o No þ
At May 14, 2009, the number of shares outstanding of the registrant's common stock, $0.001 par value (the only class of voting stock), was 22,591,922.
PART I. - FINANCIAL INFORMATION |
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ITEM 1. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS | 3 | |||||
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ITEM 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk | 19 | |||||
ITEM 4T. Controls and Procedures | 19 | |||||
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PART II. - OTHER INFORMATION |
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ITEM 1. Legal Proceedings | 20 | |||||
ITEM 1A. Risk Factors | 20 | |||||
ITEM 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds | 24 | |||||
ITEM 3. Defaults upon Senior Securities | 24 | |||||
ITEM 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Securities Holders | 24 | |||||
ITEM 5. Other Information | 24 | |||||
ITEM 6. Exhibits | 24 | |||||
Signatures | 25 | |||||
Index to Exhibits | 26 |
PART I – FINANCIAL INFORMATION
As used herein, the terms “WWA Group”, “we,” “our,” “us,” “it,” and “its” refer to WWA Group, Inc., a Nevada corporation, unless otherwise indicated. In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited financial statements included in this Form 10-Q reflect all adjustments (consisting only of normal recurring accruals) necessary for a fair presentation of the results of operations for the periods presented. The results of operations for the periods presented are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.
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Consolidated Balance Sheets |
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Unaudited |
Audited |
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Assets |
March 31, 2009 |
December 31, 2008 |
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Current assets: |
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Cash |
$ 2,859,494 |
$ 7,476,689 |
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Receivables, net |
5,319,368 |
13,823,321 |
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Inventories |
5,743,022 |
7,288,303 |
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Prepaid expenses |
441,368 |
444,580 |
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Notes receivable |
2,901,760 |
2,899,961 |
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Other current assets |
330,175 |
282,095 |
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Total current assets |
17,595,186 |
32,214,949 |
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Property and equipment, net |
5,319,187 |
5,562,050 |
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Vessel Aqua Conti – CWIP |
1,218,670 |
0 |
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Investment in unconsolidated entity |
1,485,026 |
1,483,119 |
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Investment in related party entity |
62,500 |
62,500 |
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Other assets |
802,887 |
903,903 |
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Total assets |
$ 26,483,457 |
$ 40,226,521 |
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Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity |
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Current liabilities: |
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Auction proceeds payable |
$ 8,813,576 |
21,014,096 |
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Accounts payable |
985,294 |
1,790,527 |
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Accrued expenses |
222,209 |
344,999 |
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Line of credit |
7,170,311 |
7,084,052 |
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Current maturities of long-term debt |
837,634 |
860,230 |
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Total current liabilities |
18,029,023 |
31,093,904 |
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Long-term debt |
171,662 |
342,909 |
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Total liabilities |
18,200,685 |
31,436,813 |
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Stockholders' equity: |
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Common stock, $0.001 par value, 50,000,000 shares |
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authorized; 22,591,922 shares |
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issued and outstanding |
22,592 |
22,592 |
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Additional paid-in capital |
4,449,080 |
4,449,080 |
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Retained earnings |
3,811,098 |
4,318,036 |
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Total stockholders' equity: |
8,282,770 |
8,789,708 |
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Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity |
$ 26,483,457 |
$ 40,226,521 |
See accompanying condensed notes to consolidated reviewed financial statements.
Consolidated Statements of Income |
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For the Quarters Ending March |
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2009 Unaudited |
2008 |
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Revenues from commissions and services |
$ 1,367,198 |
$ 1,146,499 |
Revenues from sales of equipment |
$ 4,783,129 |
$ 3,682,797 |
Revenues from ship charter |
150,000 |
442,552 |
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Total revenues |
6,300,327 |
5,271,848 |
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Direct costs - commissions and services |
488,893 |
469,826 |
Direct costs - sales of equipment |
4,780,948 |
3,381,633 |
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Gross profit |
1,030,486 |
1,420,389 |
Operating expenses: |
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General and administrative expenses |
744,575 |
605,371 |
Salaries and wages |
423,986 |
435,816 |
Selling expenses |
35,690 |
17,413 |
Depreciation and amortization expense |
209,489 |
181,631 |
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Total operating expenses |
1,413,740 |
1,240,231 |
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(Loss) Income from operations |
(382,255) |
180,158 |
Other income (expense): |
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Interest expense |
(160,952) |
(182,873) |
Loss on equity investment |
1,907 |
0 |
Interest income |
31,965 |
28,729 |
Other income (expense) |
3,398 |
11,651 |
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Total other income (expense) |
(123,683) |
(142,493) |
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(Loss) Income before income taxes |
(506,937) |
37,666 |
Provision for income taxes |
$ - |
$ - |
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Net (loss) income |
$ (506,937) |
$ 37,666 |
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Basic and diluted earnings per common share |
$ 0.00 |
$ 0.00 |
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Weighted average shares - basic |
22,591,922 |
18,431,922 |
Weighted average shares – diluted |
23,268,895 |
18,431,922 |
See accompanying condensed notes to consolidated reviewed financial statements.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flow |
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For the Quarters Ending March |
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2009 Unaudited |
2008 Unaudited |
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Cash flows from operating activities: |
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Net income (loss) |
$ (506,937) |
$ 37,666 |
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Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash |
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provided by operating activities |
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Depreciation and amortization |
310,505 |
250,140 |
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(Gain) Loss on disposition of assets |
14,769 |
2,815 |
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Loss (Gain) on equity investment |
(1,907) |
(1,962) |
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Changes in operating assets and liabilities: |
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Decrease (Increase) in: |
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Accounts receivable |
8,503,953 |
872,097 |
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Inventories |
1,545,281 |
(1,461,759) |
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Prepaid expenses |
3,212 |
34,096 |
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Other current assets |
(48,080) |
13,233 |
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Other assets |
0 |
2,154 |
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Increase (Decrease) in: |
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Auction proceeds payable |
(12,200,520) |
(5,299,407) |
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Accounts payable |
(805,233) |
1,439,594 |
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Accrued liabilities |
(122,790) |
109,509 |
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Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities |
(3,307,748) |
(4,001,825) |
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Cash flows from investing activities: |
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Purchase of property and equipment |
(1,264,364) |
(204,269) |
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(Increase) Decrease in note receivable |
(1,799) |
(25,290) |
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Proceeds from sale of fixed assets |
64,300 |
40,500 |
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Payments received on notes receivable |
- |
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Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities |
(1,201,863) |
(189,059) |
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Cash flows from financing activities: |
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Increase (Decrease) in line of credit |
86,259 |
514,321 |
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Proceeds from short-term notes payable |
- |
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Payments on short term notes |
- |
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Payments/Proceeds- long-term debt |
(193,843) |
(210,408) |
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Proceeds from issuance of common stock |
- |
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Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities |
(107,584) |
303,913 |
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
(4,617,195) |
(3,886,971) |
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Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year |
7,476,689 |
5,283,399 |
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period |
$ 2,859,494 |
$ 1,396,428 |
See accompanying condensed notes to consolidated reviewed financial statements.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
March 31, 2009
Note A – Organization
WWA Group, Inc., (the “Company”) operates in Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (U.A.E) under a trade license from the Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority. The Company’s operations primarily consist of the auctioning of used and new heavy construction equipment, transportation equipment and marine equipment, the majority of which is on a consignment basis.
The Company includes the accounts of WWA Group, Inc. (formerly Novamed, Inc.), and its wholly owned subsidiaries, World Wide Auctioneers, Ltd. (“World Wide Auctioneers”), a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands on March 20, 2000, which operates in Dubai, U.A.E.; Crown Diamond Holdings Ltd, a company incorporated in the British Virgin Islands on January 6, 2004; and Novamed Medical Products Manufacturing, Inc. a Minnesota corporation.
On August 8, 2003, Novamed, Inc., a publicly held company, and World Wide Auctioneers executed a stock exchange agreement, whereby Novamed, Inc. agreed to acquire 100% of the issued and outstanding shares of World Wide Auctioneers, a wholly owned subsidiary of World Wide Auctioneers USA, a company incorporated in the state of Arizona, USA, in exchange for 13,887,447 shares of Novamed, Inc.’s common stock. Because the owners of World Wide Auctioneers became the principal shareholders of the Company through the merger, World Wide Auctioneers is considered the acquirer for accounting purposes and this merger is accounted for as a reverse acquisition or recapitalization of World Wide Auctioneers. Subsequent to the merger, Novamed, Inc. changed its name to WWA Group, Inc.
The consolidated financial statements present the financial position, results of operation, changes in stockholder’s equity and cash flows of WWA Group and its subsidiaries. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated.
Note B – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
This summary of significant accounting policies of WWA Group and its subsidiaries is presented to assist in understanding the Company’s financial statements. The financial statements and notes are representations of the Company’s management who is responsible for the integrity and objectivity of the financial statements. These
accounting policies conform to generally accepted accounting principles and have been consistently applied in the preparation of the financial statements.
Basis of Presentation
The consolidated financial statements present the financial position, results of operation, changes in stockholder’s equity and cash flows of WWA Group and its subsidiaries. All significant inter-company balances and transactions have been eliminated.
Cash and Cash Equivalents
The company considers all highly liquid investments purchased with maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
March 31, 2009
Note B – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Contd.)
Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
The Company grants credit terms in the normal course of business to its customers. Accounts receivables are stated at the amount management expects to collect from outstanding balances after discounts and bad debts, taking into account credit worthiness of customers and history of collection.
The allowance for doubtful accounts is based on specifically identified amounts that management believes to be uncollectible. If actual collections experience changes, revisions to the allowance may be required. No allowance for doubtful accounts is provided as company is collecting amount without default.
Inventory
Inventories consist of equipment to be sold in auctions and otherwise, stated at the lower of cost or market. The cost is determined by specific identification method. Cost includes purchase price, freight, insurance, duties and other incidental expenses incurred in bringing inventories to their present location and condition. The Company
records a reserve if the fair value of inventory is determined to be less than the cost.
Property and Equipment
Property and equipment are stated at cost less depreciation and provision for impairment where appropriate. Depreciation expense is computed using the straight-line method over estimated useful lives of three to five years except for the vessel in which case the estimated useful life is twenty years. All repair and maintenance costs are
expensed as incurred.
Dry Docking Costs
The Company’s vessel must be periodically dry-docked and pass certain inspections to maintain their operating classification, as mandated by certain maritime regulations. Costs incurred to dry-dock the vessel are deferred and amortized on a straight line basis over the period to the next dry-docking, generally 36 months. As of March 31, 2009, other assets include the unamortized dry-docking costs of approximately $802,887.
Investment in Unconsolidated Entities
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
March 31, 2009
Note B – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Contd.)
Investment in Related Party Entity
Investment in related party represents the Company’s equity investment in an entity in which one of the Company’s directors serves as a director. The Company accounts for its equity investment in a foreign affiliate under the cost method of accounting. The Company reviews its investments annually for impairment and records permanent impairments as a loss on the income statement.
Revenue Recognition
Revenues from commissions and services consist of revenues earned in the Company’s capacity as agent for consignors of equipment, incidental interest income, internet and proxy purchase fees, and handling fees on the sale of certain lots. All commission revenue is recognized when the auction sale is complete and the Company has determined that the auction proceeds are collectible. Revenues from sales of equipment originate from the auctioned sale of equipment inventory owned by the Company. The Company recognizes the revenue from such sales when the auction has been completed, the equipment has been delivered to the purchaser, and collectibility is reasonably assured. All costs of goods sold are accounted for under direct costs.
Revenues from ship charter are recognized at a fixed daily amount in accordance with the terms of the chartering agreement, similar to a lease, for the use of the cargo vessel by the chartering group.
Revenues from sales of equipment originate from the auctioned and private sale of equipment inventory owned by the Company. The Company recognizes the revenue from such sales when the sale has been invoiced, and collectability is reasonably assured. All costs of goods sold are accounted for under direct costs
Income Taxes
WWA operates in the Jebel Ali Free Zone of Dubai, which is an income tax free zone. Therefore, the profits of WWA are not taxable in Dubai. During the fourth quarter of 2004, the Company determined that undistributed earnings from Dubai will be reinvested in the business indefinitely and that such earnings will not be distributed to the Company. Therefore, in accordance with APB Opinion No. 23, Accounting for Income Taxes - Special Areas, no income tax provision has been recorded for the undistributed earnings.
Share-Based Compensation
Effective January 1, 2006, the Company adopted SFAS 123(R) using the modified prospective approach and accordingly prior periods have not been restated to reflect the impact of SFAS 123(R). Under SFAS 123(R), stock-based awards granted prior to its adoption are expensed over the remaining portion of their service period. For stock-based awards granted on or after January 1, 2006, the Company records stock-based compensation expense based on the grant date fair value, estimated in accordance with the provisions of SFAS 123R. The Company issued no compensatory options to its employees during the quarter ended March 31, 2009.
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March 31, 2009
Note B – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Contd.)
Use of Estimates
The preparation of the financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles in United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Risks Related to Business and Stock
Due to the proximity of Iran, Sudan and Syria to Company’s auction site, sales records and statistics on regional spending on used construction equipment, there is reason to believe that some percentage of the equipment sold at the auctions ultimately ended up in Iran, Sudan or Syria. The U.S. State Department or OFAC could impose fines
upon the Company or cause it to restrict certain of its sales based on this possibility. Any such action could have a negative impact on the Company’s reputation which might decrease shareholder value.
Recent accounting pronouncements
In November 2008, the Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) issued Issue No. 08-7, Accounting for Defensive Intangible Assets (“EITF 08-7”). EITF 08-07 applies to all acquired intangible assets in which the acquirer does not intend to
actively use the assets but intends to hold (lock up) the asset to prevent its competitors from obtaining access to the asset (a defensive asset), assets that the acquirer will never actually use, as well as assets that will be used by the acquirer during a transmission period when the intention of the acquirer is to discontinue the use of those assets. EITF 08-7 is effective as of January 1, 2009. The Company does not expect the adoption of EITF 08-7 to have a material impact on its
consolidated financial statements.
In June 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position EITF 03-6-1, Determining Whether Instruments Granted in Share-Based Payment Transactions Are Participating Securities, (“FSP EITF 03-6-1”). FSP EITF 03-6-1 addresses whether instruments granted in share-based payment
transactions are participating securities prior to vesting, and therefore need to be included in the
computation of earnings per share under the two-class method as described in FASB Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128, “Earnings per Share.” FSP EITF 03-6-1 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning on or after December 15, 2008 and earlier adoption is prohibited. We are not
required to adopt FSP EITF 03-6-1; neither do we believe that FSP EITF 03-6-1 would have material effect on our consolidated financial position and results of operations if adopted.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
March 31, 2009
In May 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued SFAS No. 163, “Accounting for Financial Guarantee Insurance Contracts-and interpretation of FASB Statement No. 60”.SFAS No. 163 clarifies how Statement 60 applies to financial guarantee insurance contracts, including the recognition and measurement of premium revenue and claims liabilities. This statement also requires expanded disclosures about financial guarantee insurance contracts. SFAS No. 163 is effective for fiscal
years beginning on or after December 15, 2008, and interim periods within those years. SFAS No. 163 has no effect on the Company’s financial position, statements of operations, or cash flows at this time.
In May 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued SFAS No. 162, “The Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles”.SFAS No. 162 sets forth the level of authority to a given accounting pronouncement or document by category. Where there might be conflicting guidance between two categories, the more authoritative category
will prevail. SFAS No. 162 will become effective 60 days after the SEC approves the PCAOB’s amendments to AU Section 411 of the AICPA Professional Standards. SFAS No. 162 has no effect on the Company’s financial position, statements of operations, or cash flows at this time.
In March 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board, or FASB, issued SFAS No. 161, Disclosures about Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities—an amendment of FASB Statement No. 133. This standard requires companies to provide enhanced disclosures about
(a) how and why an entity uses derivative instruments, (b) how derivative instruments and related hedged items are accounted for under Statement 133 and its related interpretations, and (c) how derivative instruments and related hedged items affect an entity’s financial position, financial performance, and cash flows. This Statement is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years and interim periods beginning after November 15, 2008, with early application
encouraged. The Company has not yet adopted the provisions of SFAS No. 161, but does not expect it to have a material impact on its financial position, results of operations or cash flows.
Note C – Related Party Transactions
Notes Receivable
Notes receivable include $2,379,497 of advances provided to Intelspec International Inc, a Dubai affiliate which operates a rock crushing and stone quarry in UAE. The notes bear no interest and are payable on demand.
As of March 31, 2009, advances to WWA Australia, the Company’s auction partner, amounted to $493,484. The notes bear no interest and are payable on demand.
Note D – Line of Credit
The Company borrows from banks under credit facility by drawing short term cash advances with maturity not exceeding 120 days against shipping documents of good consigned. This borrowing facility is secured by the bank deposits, the vessel owned by the Company and by the personal guarantee of its president and CEO. The borrowings bear interest at between 6.5%
and 11.5% per annum. The Company owed $7,170,311 on these working capital funding lines at March 31, 2009.
Item 2. MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
This Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and other parts of this quarterly report contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements can be identified by words such as “anticipates,” “expects,” “believes,” “plans,” “predicts,” and similar terms. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and our actual results may differ significantly from the results discussed in the forward-looking statements. Factors that might cause such differences include but are not limited to those discussed in the subsection entitled Forward-Looking Statements and Factors That May Affect Future Results and Financial Condition below. The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our financial statements and notes hereto included in this report. All information presented herein is based on our period ended March 31, 2009. Our fiscal year end is December 31.
WWA Group’s business strategy is to (i) increase cash flow from operations to generate net income in order to reduce payables and grow the business, (ii) expand operations to new auction sites, and (iii) acquire or develop other related businesses in the region and internationally.
We intend to increase net cash flow by improving operating efficiencies and increasing revenues. WWA Group expects to increase revenues through new joint venture relationships, auction management arrangements, opening new auction sites and expanding auctions at our main facility. Revenue growth from the provision of shipping services and a return on our investments Intelspec International, Inc. (“Intelspec”) are also expected to increase revenue over the near to long term.
We have recently secured a prime auction site at the juncture of the 101 and 202 freeways in Tempe, Arizona and are now taking consignments of equipment for several planned auctions at this location, the first of which is scheduled for June 9-10, 2009. Expansion into the North American auction market is seen as timely in the face of current economic conditions which suggest that sellers and buyers need new outlets that offer improved auction techniques to acquire or dispose of equipment.
Our expansion plans include an anticipated return on our investment in Intelspec, an unconsolidated subsidiary, focused on the management of specialized projects and subcontracts in the $1 million to $10 million range. Current projects include management of a limestone removal project awarded by the local authorities in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates and the construction of buildings in the Jebel Ali FZE, Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Intelspec recently announced its intention to register our 32% equity interest on Form S-1 with the Commission as part of the process to become a publicly trading company.
Implementation of our growth model will also include expanding our lower cost auction methods, such as on-line auctions, video auctions, and transportation equipment only auctions, all of which can be held on a more frequent basis than the larger equipment auctions. While smaller in size, these auctions will not interfere with or detract from our major equipment auctions, and the economies of scale at our main facility are efficient for this purpose. In addition we are expanding high margin buyer and seller services, such as shipping and transport. Our ownership of a shipping vessel and access to the owners of a large volume of equipment that is moved around the world provides vertical integration opportunities that combine auction services with the ability to meet shipping needs.
Return to Table of ContentsWWA Group’s business development strategy is prone to significant risks and uncertainties some of which can have an immediate impact on our efforts to generate positive net cash flow and deter future prospects for the expansion of our business. Our financial condition and results of operations depend primarily on the volume of industrial equipment auctioned, the prices we obtain at auction for such equipment, and the commission rates we can attract from the consignor. Industrial equipment prices historically have been volatile and are likely to continue to be volatile in the future, and the commission rates in WWA Group’s primary market are subject to competition. This price volatility and commission rate pressure can immediately affect our available cash flow which can in turn impact the availability of net cash flow for future capital expenditures. Our long term success will depend on our ability to increase the size of our auctions and to optimize commissions and prices realized at auction. Should we be unable to increase gross auction sales and obtain competitive pricing at auction then we can expect a reduction in revenue which will affect our results of operations.
Results of Operations
During the period from January 1, 2009 through March 31, 2009, WWA Group (i) conducted one major un-reserved auctions for industrial equipment from its auction site located in the Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone, Dubai, United Arab Emirates, (ii) chartered its ship, (iii) bought and sold equipment for its own account, and (iv)
negotiated a deal to sell desalinized water to the port of Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates.
For the three months ended March 31, 2009, WWA Group realized net loss as compared to a net income from operations in the comparable three month period ended March 31, 2008. The transition from net profit to net loss can be primarily attributed to a decrease in gross profit margin on trading activity over the comparative three month periods and an increase in administrative costs. We believe that the immediate keys to our ability to operate profitably is an increase in the size and number of our auctions, the realization of consistent charter rates for our shipping vessel, the success of our new auction site and a return on our investment in Intelspec. We believe that if WWA Group is able to realize these objectives that it will return to net income in future periods.
Quarters Ended March 31, 2009 and 2008
Revenue
Revenue for the three months ended March 31, 2009 was $6,300,327 as compared to revenue of $5,271,848 for the three months ended March 31, 2008, an increase of 20%. The increase in revenues over the comparative
periods can be primarily attributed to an increase in the sale of owned equipment from $3,682,797 during the three months ended March 31, 2008 to $4,783,129 during the three months ended March 31, 2009. However, the increase in revenue was mitigated by the decrease in revenues from ship charter revenue to $150,000 in the three months ended
March 31, 2009 from $442,552 in the three months ended March 31, 2008. Revenue is expected to continue to grow over the next twelve months with increases in the size and number of our auctions in combination with the sale of owned equipment.
Gross Profit
Gross profit for the three months ended March 31, 2009 was $1,030,486 as compared to gross profit of $1,420,389 for the three months ended March 31, 2008, a decrease of 27%. The decrease in gross profit over the comparative periods can be primarily attributed to a decrease in gross profit of our trading activity to almost 0% during the 3 months period ended March 31, 2009 as compared to 9% during the three months period ended March 31, 2008. The gross profit on commissions and services is increased to 73% during the three months period ended March 31, 2009 as compared to 68% during the period ended March 31, 2008.
Net Loss / (Income)
Net loss for the three months ended March 31, 2009 was $506,937 as compared to a net profit of $37,666 for the three months ended March 31, 2008. The transition from net profit to net loss can be primarily attributed to a decrease in gross profit margin on trading activity over the comparative three months period and increase in administrative costs. WWA Group expects that it will return to net income over the next twelve months.
Expenses
Expenses for the three months ended March 31, 2009 were $1,413,740 as compared to expenses of $1,240,231 for the three months ended March 31, 2008, an increase of 14%. The increase in expenses over the comparative period can be
attributed to increase in general and administrative expenses which increased from $605,371 in the three months ended March 31, 2008 to $744,575 in the three months ended March 31, 2009 and depreciation and amortization expenses, which increased from $250,140 in the three months ended March 31, 2008 to $310,505 in the three months ended March 31, 2009. WWA Group expects that general, selling,
and administrative expenses will remain relatively consistent over successive periods though selling expenses may increase.
Depreciation and amortization expenses are expected to continue to increase as WWA Group acquires additional assets including the anticipated construction of new offices and the assembly of a modern auction yard at our Jebel Ali facility in late 2009.
Income Tax Expense (Benefit)
The Jebel Ali Free Zone is an income tax free zone. Therefore, the profits of World Wide Auctioneers, Ltd. are not taxable in Dubai. WWA Group has determined that undistributed earnings from Dubai will be reinvested in the business indefinitely and that such earnings will not be distributed to the U.S. parent. Therefore, in accordance with APB Opinion No. 23, Accounting for Income Taxes - Special Areas, no income tax provision has been recorded for the undistributed earnings. If, in the future, Worldwide Auctioneers, Ltd. distributes such earnings to the U.S. parent, the earnings will be taxable at the applicable U.S. tax rates.
Impact of Inflation
WWA Group has been subject to a substantial increase in yard and staff housing rent expenses in the last 2 years, which is a result of a tremendous demand for housing and land within the Jebel Ali Free Zone. However, the general market is settling down, and we have agreements in place to stabilize these costs in the future. Therefore, we believe that we can offset future inflationary increases in operating costs by increasing revenue and improving operating efficiencies.
Return to Table of ContentsLiquidity and Capital Resources
Cash flows used in operating activities were $3,307,748 for the three months ended March 31, 2009 as compared to cash flows used in operating activities of $4,001,825 for three months ended March 31,
2008. The decrease in cash flows used in operating activities in the three months ended March 31, 2009, is primarily attributable to a decrease in inventory and decrease in accounts receivables. Anticipated increases in net income, decrease in accounts receivable and inventory are expected to provide cash flow from operations in future periods.
Cash flows used in investing activities for the three months ended March 31, 2009 were $1,201,863 as compared to cash flow used in investing activities $189,059 for the three months ended March 31, 2008. Cash flow used in investing activities in the three months ended March 31, 2009 can be attributed to the capitalization of our Aqua Conti water desalinization barge for $ 1.2 million. During the period WWA Group disposed of assets of $64,300.
Cash flows used up in financing activities were $107,584 for the three months ended March 31, 2009 as compared to cash flow provided by financing activities $303,913 for the three months ended March 31, 2008. Cash flows used up in financing activities in
the three months ended March 31, 2009 consisted of repayment of long term debt to bank $193,843 and increase in line of credit from banks $ 86,259.
The board of directors, at its own discretion, may issue stock or grant options under the 2006 Benefit Plan to employees and other individuals, including consultants or advisors, who render services to WWA Group or its subsidiaries, provided that the services rendered are not in connection with the offer or sale of securities in a capital-raising transaction. Pursuant to the 2006 Benefit Plan, between April 2006 and December 31, 2007, a total of 1,250,000 share options were granted to various consultants at an average price of $0.50 per share, all of which have been exercised. During 2008 WWA Group granted 100,000 share options to a consultant at $0.36 per share, none of which have been exercised as of March 31, 2009.
We believe that WWA Group has sufficient current assets and cash flow cycle to meet its obligations. WWA Group has a working capital deficit of $433,837 as of March 31, 2009,
as compared to a working capital surplus of $1,121,045 as of December 31, 2008. On March 31, 2009 WWA Group had auction proceeds payable of approximately $8.81 million, and accounts payable of approximately $1 million.
WWA Group had $2,859,494 in cash and $5,319,368 in accounts receivable as at March 31, 2009.
Historically, WWA Group has funded its cash needs from a combination of operations, increases in payables, sales of its common stock, and debt transactions. Should we be unable to consistently realize net cash flows from operating activities, WWA Group could be required to seek out financing to avoid delay in the payment of accounts payable or auction proceeds payable, which delays could negatively impact our ability to attract and retain consignors for future auctions. Prospective sources of funding could include shareholder loans, equity sales or loans from other sources though no assurance can be given that such sources would be available.
WWA Group does not intend to pay cash dividends in the foreseeable future.
WWA Group had no commitments for future capital expenditures that were material at March 31, 2009 except those expenditures anticipated in connection with the construction of a 35,000 square foot office/ arena/shop building that is currently underway on Jebel Ali auction site in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
WWA Group has no defined benefit plan or contractual commitment with any of its officers or directors.
WWA Group has no current plans for the purchase or sale of any plant or equipment.
WWA Group has no current plans to make any changes in the number of employees.
Off Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of March 31, 2009, WWA Group has no significant off-balance sheet arrangements that have or are reasonably likely to have a current or future effect on our financial condition, changes in financial condition, revenues or expenses, results of operations, liquidity, capital expenditures, or capital resources that is material to stockholders.
Critical Accounting Policies
In Note 2 to the audited consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2008 filed on Form 10-K with the Commission, WWA Group discusses those accounting policies that are considered to be significant in determining the results of operations and its financial position. WWA Group believes that the accounting principles utilized by it conform to accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make significant estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses. By their nature, these judgments are subject to an inherent degree of uncertainty. On an on-going basis, WWA Group evaluates its estimates, including those related to bad debts, inventories, intangible assets, warranty obligations, product liability, revenue, and income taxes. WWA Group bases its estimates on historical experience and other facts and circumstances that are believed to be reasonable, and the results form the basis for making judgments about the carrying value of assets and liabilities. The actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions
With respect to revenue recognition, WWA Group applies the following critical accounting policies in the preparation of its financial statements
Revenue Recognition
Auction revenues earned in WWA Group’s capacity as agent for consignors of equipment are comprised mainly of auction commissions in the form of flat selling fees or fixed or sliding percentages of the gross auction sale price of any consigned equipment. The majority of auction commissions are earned as a fixed rate of the gross selling price. Auction revenues also include any preparation, shipping, clearing, transport and handling charges and fees applicable to certain items of consigned equipment; incidental interest income; buyers’ commission applicable on certain sales of items. All revenue is recognized when the auction sale is complete and we have determined that the auction proceeds are collectible.
Trading revenues are defined as gross proceeds on sales of WWA Group owned or underwritten inventory sold at auction or privately. All costs of goods sold are accounted for under direct costs. Trading revenue can be earned and direct costs can be incurred when WWA Group guarantees a certain net level of proceeds to a consignor. This type of revenue includes a percentage of proceeds in excess of the guaranteed amount. If actual auction proceeds are less than the guaranteed amount, WWA Group can incur a net loss on the sale. Therefore, sales of equipment on a guarantee contracts are to be treated the same as inventory for accounting purposes. Our exposure from these guarantee contracts can vary over each guarantee contract. Losses, if any, resulting from guarantee contracts are recorded in the period in which the relevant auction is held.
Return to Table of ContentsShip chartering revenues are contractual in nature and similar to a lease. WWA Group charters its cargo vessel to a freight forwarding company on a flat monthly fee until the end of 2009. The shipping company is responsible for all of the fuel, repairs, maintenance, salaries and all administrative costs and cargo related costs, and the risks of receipt and delivery of the cargo. WWA Group recognizes its ship charter revenues ratably over the term of the charter contract.
Stock-Based Compensation
We have adopted SFAS No. 123 (revised 2004) (SFAS No. 123R), Share-Based Payment, which addresses the accounting for stock-based payment transactions in which an enterprise receives employee services in exchange for (a) equity instruments of the enterprise or (b) liabilities that are based on the fair value of the enterprise’s equity instruments or that may be settled by the issuance of such equity instruments. In January 2005, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) No. 107, which provides supplemental implementation guidance for SFAS No. 123R. SFAS No. 123R eliminates the ability to account for stock-based compensation transactions using the intrinsic value method under Accounting Principles Board (APB) Opinion No. 25, Accounting for Stock Issued to Employees, and instead generally requires that such transactions be accounted for using a fair-value-based method. We use the Black-Scholes-Merton (“BSM”) option-pricing model to determine the fair-value of stock-based awards under SFAS No. 123R, consistent with that used for pro forma disclosures under SFAS No. 123, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation. We have elected the modified prospective transition method as permitted by SFAS No. 123R and accordingly prior periods have not been restated to reflect the impact of SFAS No. 123R. The modified prospective transition method requires that stock-based compensation expense be recorded for all new and invested stock options, restricted stock, restricted stock units, and employee stock purchase plan shares that are ultimately expected to vest as the requisite service is rendered beginning on January 1, 2006, the first day of our fiscal year 2006. Stock-based compensation expense for awards granted prior to January 1, 2006 is based on the grant date fair-value as determined under the pro forma provisions of SFAS No. 123. Prior to the adoption of SFAS No. 123R, we measured compensation expense for our employee stock-based compensation plans using the intrinsic value method prescribed by APB Opinion No. 25. We applied the disclosure provisions of SFAS No. 123 as amended by SFAS No. 148, Accounting for Stock-Based Compensation – Transition and Disclosure, as if the fair-value-based method had been applied in measuring compensation expense. Under APB Opinion No. 25, when the exercise price of WWA Group’s employee stock options was equal to the market price of the underlying stock on the date of the grant, no compensation expense was recognized.
We account for equity instruments issued in exchange for the receipt of goods or services from other than employees in accordance with SFAS No. 123 and the conclusions reached by the Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) in Issue No. 96-18. Costs are measured at the estimated fair market value of the consideration received or the estimated fair value of the equity instruments issued, whichever is more reliably measurable. The value of equity instruments issued for consideration other than employee services is determined on the earliest of a performance commitment or completion of performance by the provider of goods or services as defined by EITF 96-18.
Return to Table of ContentsRecent Accounting Pronouncements
In November 2008, the Emerging Issues Task Force (“EITF”) issued Issue No. 08-7, Accounting for Defensive Intangible Assets (“EITF 08-7”). EITF 08-07 applies to all acquired intangible assets in which the acquirer does not intend to actively use the assets but intends to hold (lock up) the asset to prevent its competitors from obtaining access to the asset (a defensive asset), assets that the acquirer will never actually use, as well as assets that will be used by the acquirer during a transmission period when the intention of the acquirer is to discontinue the use of those assets. EITF 08-7 is effective as of January 1, 2009. WWA Group does not expect the adoption of EITF 08-7 to have a material impact on its consolidated financial statements.
In June 2008, the FASB issued FASB Staff Position EITF 03-6-1, Determining Whether Instruments Granted in Share-Based Payment Transactions Are Participating Securities, (“FSP EITF 03-6-1”). FSP EITF 03-6-1 addresses whether instruments granted in share-based payment transactions are participating securities prior to vesting, and therefore need to be included in the computation of earnings per share under the two-class method as described in FASB Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 128, “Earnings per Share.” FSP EITF 03-6-1 is effective for financial statements issued for fiscal years beginning on or after December 15, 2008 and earlier adoption is prohibited. We are not required to adopt FSP EITF 03-6-1; neither do we believe that FSP EITF 03-6-1 would have material effect on our consolidated financial position and results of operations if adopted.
In May 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued SFAS No. 163, “Accounting for Financial Guarantee Insurance Contracts-and interpretation of FASB Statement No. 60”.SFAS No. 163 clarifies how Statement 60 applies to financial guarantee insurance contracts, including the recognition and measurement of premium revenue and claims liabilities. This statement also requires expanded disclosures about financial guarantee insurance contracts. SFAS No. 163 is effective for fiscal years beginning on or after December 15, 2008, and interim periods within those years. SFAS No. 163 has no effect on WWA Group’s financial position, statements of operations, or cash flows at this time.
In May 2008, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued SFAS No. 162, “The Hierarchy of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles”.SFAS No. 162 sets forth the level of authority to a given accounting pronouncement or document by category. Where there might be conflicting guidance between two categories, the more authoritative category will prevail. SFAS No. 162 will become effective 60 days after the SEC approves the PCAOB’s amendments to AU Section 411 of the
AICPA Professional Standards. SFAS No. 162 has no effect on WWA Group’s financial position, statements of operations, or cash flows at this time.
Forward Looking Statements and Factors That May Affect Future Results and Financial Condition
The statements contained in the section titled Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and elsewhere in this current report, are forward looking statements. Forward
looking statements reflect our current expectations and beliefs regarding our future results of operations, performance, and achievements. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties and are based upon assumptions and beliefs that may or may not materialize. These statements include, but are not limited to, statements concerning:
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our anticipated financial performance; |
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the sufficiency of existing capital resources; |
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uncertainties related to the growth of our business and the acceptance of our products and services; |
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our ability to achieve and maintain an adequate customer base to generate sufficient revenues to maintain and expand operations; |
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the volatility of the stock market and; |
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general economic conditions. |
We wish to caution readers that our operating results are subject to various risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those discussed or anticipated; including the factors set forth in the section entitled “Risk Factors” included elsewhere in this report. We also wish to advise readers not to place any undue reliance on the forward looking statements contained in this report, which reflect our beliefs and expectations only as of the date of this report. We assume no obligation to update or revise these forward looking statements to reflect new events or circumstances or any changes in our beliefs or expectations, other than as required by law.
ITEM 3. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
Not required.
ITEM 4T. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures
In connection with the preparation of this report on Form 10-Q, an evaluation was carried out by WWA Group’s management, with the participation of the chief executive officer and the chief financial officer, of the effectiveness of WWA Group’s disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (“Exchange Act”)). Disclosure controls and procedures are designed to ensure that information required to be disclosed in reports filed or submitted under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized, and reported within the time periods specified in the Commission’s rules and forms and that such information is accumulated and communicated to management, including the chief executive officer and the chief financial officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.
Based on that evaluation, WWA Group’s management concluded, as of the end of the period covered by this report, that WWA Group’s disclosure controls and procedures were effective in recording, processing, summarizing, and reporting information required to be disclosed, within the time periods specified in the Commission’s rules and forms, and that such information was accumulated and communicated to management, including the chief executive officer and the chief financial officer, to allow timely decisions regarding required disclosures.
Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting
There have been no changes in internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rule 13a-15(f) of the Exchange Act) during the period ended March 31, 2009, that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, WWA Group’s internal control over financial reporting.
Return to Table of ContentsPART II – OTHER INFORMATION
WWA Group. vs. Frederic Polliart
On July 8, 2008 WWA Group, represented by Kronenberger Burgoyne, LLP, commenced proceedings in the United States District Court Southern District of California with the filing of a complaint against
Frederic Polliart that seeks punitive and exemplary damages for cyber squatting, trademark infringement, civil extortion, defamation, intentional interference with contractual relations, intentional interference with prospective economic advantage, and unfair competition in connection with Polliart’s use of an internet domain name
“wwauctions.biz” to disseminate false information about WWA Group and its management. WWA Group has been unable to serve the complaint on Mr. Polliart as of the date of this report.
OFAC Tolling Agreement
On March 20, 2008 WWA Group, represented by the Law Offices of Robert N. Wilkinson, executed a Tolling Agreement at the request of The Office of Foreign Asset Control (“OFAC”) of the U.S. Treasury Department intended to toll the time frame permitted under the relevant statute of limitations until April 9, 2009 in order for OFAC to
continue its investigation into our business operations. On March 23, 2009 WWA Group signed a four month extension of this tolling agreement as requested by OFAC. WWA Group is unaware of any allegations of wrongdoing asserted or contemplated by OFAC.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
WWA Group’s operations and securities are subject to a number of risks. Below we have identified and discussed the material risks that we are likely to face. Should any of the following risks occur, they will adversely affect our operations, business, financial condition and/or operating results as well as the future trading price and/or the value of our securities.
Risks Related to WWA Group’s Business
Sales of equipment from our auctions may have ultimately ended up in Iran, Sudan or Syria.
Due to the proximity of Iran, Sudan and Syria to our auction site, sales records, and statistics on regional spending for used construction equipment, there is reason to believe that some percentage of the equipment sold at our auctions prior to May 2007 may have ultimately ended up in Iran,
Sudan or Syria. Although we have never sold equipment to Iran, Sudan or Syria, countries which the U.S. State Department and OFAC have identified as state sponsors of terrorism, and we have never made any effort to attract consignors or bidders from any country recognized as a state sponsor of terrorism, it is possible that some equipment
purchased at our auctions was sold to persons or entities that re-exported such equipment to these countries, particularly to Iran. Our records indicate as follows:
Sales between March 2001 and May 2007 to persons or entities with addresses in countries deemed State Sponsors of Terrorism by the U.S. State Department and OFAC |
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Address of registered bidder |
Sales |
Percentage of total sales* |
Iran |
$7,300,000 |
1.40% |
Sudan |
$1,847,950 |
0.37% |
Syria |
$202,300 |
0.03% |
TOTAL |
$9,350,250 |
1.8% |
* Total gross auction sales and private sales by WWA Group were approximately
$519,600,000 between 2001 and May of 2007
We do not believe that this percentage of sales had any impact on our operations, reputation or shareholder value. However, despite the fact that we have no knowledge of delivery of equipment purchased at our auctions into Iran, Sudan or Syria, the U.S. State Department or OFAC could impose fines upon us and
has caused us to restrict sales to persons resident in Iran, Sudan or Syria based on the possibility of delivery to these countries. Any further action on the part of the U.S. State Department or OFAC could have a negative impact on our reputation which might
decrease shareholder value.
A significant percentage of corporate control lies in the hands of one shareholder.
Asia8, Inc. owns and controls voting power over nearly 40% of WWA Group’s issued and outstanding stock. The concentration of such a large percentage of our stock in the hands of one shareholder may have a disproportionate effect on the voting
power of minority shareholders on any and all matters presented to WWA Group’s shareholders. Additionally, Eric Montandon, our chief executive officer, is also the chief executive officer of Asia8, Inc.
WWA Group competes with a much larger and better-financed corporation.
We compete with numerous auction companies throughout the world, but the Gulf region is our primary market. The used equipment auction market in the Gulf region has only two significant participants, us and Ritchie Brothers Auctioneers, Inc. (“RBA”). RBA, the world’s largest un-reserved equipment auctioneer, has reported over $3.5 billion in gross auction sales for 2008 from 193 auctions around the world, and holds a dominant position in certain geographic locations. While RBA is still much larger and much better-financed than us, we have gradually increased our market share in Dubai and have effectively outperformed RBA in terms of market share since 2004.
WWA Group is dependent upon key personnel.
WWA Group’s performance and operating results are substantially dependent on the continued service and performance of our officers and directors. We intend to hire additional technical, sales, managerial and other personnel as we move forward with our business model. Competition for such personnel is intense, and there can be no assurance that we can retain our key sales employees, or that we will be able to attract or retain highly qualified sales and managerial personnel in the future. The loss of the services of any of our key employees or the inability to attract and retain the necessary personnel could have a material adverse effect upon our business, financial condition, operating results, and cash flows.
Return to Table of ContentsWWA Group depends on the growth of our customer base and increased business from our current customers.
WWA Group’s success is substantially dependent on the continued growth of our customer base. If we fail to increase our customer base, our business and operating results will be seriously harmed. Our ability to attract new customers will depend on a variety of factors, including the reliability, security, scalability and cost-effectiveness of our services, as well as our ability to effectively market our services. If we fail to generate repeat and expanded business from our current customers, our business and operating results will be seriously harmed.
Risks Related to WWA Group’s Stock
The market for our stock is limited and our stock price may be volatile.
The market for our common stock has been limited due to low trading volume and the small number of brokerage firms acting as market makers. Because of the limitations of our market and volatility of the market price of our stock, investors may face difficulties in selling shares at attractive prices when they want to. The average daily trading volume for our stock has varied significantly from week to week and from month to month, and the trading volume often varies widely from day to day.
We incur significant expenses as a result of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, which expenses may continue to negatively impact our
financial performance.
We incur significant legal, accounting and other expenses as a result of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, as well as related rules implemented by the Commission, which control the corporate governance practices of public companies. Compliance with these laws, rules and regulations, including compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, as discussed in the following risk factor, has substantially
increased our expenses, including legal and accounting costs, and made some activities more time-consuming and costly. Further, expenses related to our compliance may increase in the future, as legislation affecting smaller reporting companies comes into effect that may negatively impact our financial performance to the point of having a material adverse effect on our results of operations and financial condition.
Our internal controls over financial reporting may not be considered effective in the future, which could result in a loss of investor confidence in our financial reports and in turn have an adverse effect on our stock price.
Pursuant to Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 we are required to furnish a report by our management on our internal controls over financial reporting. Such report must contain, among other matters, an assessment of the effectiveness of our internal controls over financial reporting as of the end of the year, including a statement as to whether or not our internal controls over financial reporting are effective. This assessment must include disclosure of any material weaknesses in our internal controls over financial reporting identified by management. If we are unable to continue to assert that our internal controls are effective, our investors could lose confidence in the accuracy and completeness of our financial reports, which in turn could cause our stock price to decline.
Return to Table of ContentsWWA Group does not pay dividends.
WWA Group does not pay dividends. We have not paid any dividends since inception and have no intention of paying any dividends in the foreseeable future. Any future dividends would be at the discretion of our board of directors and would depend on, among other things, future earnings, our operating and financial condition, our capital requirements, and general business conditions. Therefore, shareholders should not expect any type of cash flow from their investment.
WWA Group may require additional capital funding.
There can be no guarantee that we will not require additional funds, either through additional equity offerings or debt placements, in order to expand our operations. Such additional capital may result in dilution to our current shareholders. Further,
our ability to meet short-term and long-term financial commitments will depend on future cash. There can be no assurance that future income will generate sufficient funds to enable us to meet our financial commitments.
If the market price of our common stock declines as the selling security holders sell their stock, selling security holders or others may be encouraged to engage in short selling, depressing the market price.
The significant downward pressure on the price of the common stock as the selling security holders sell material amounts of common stock could encourage short sales by the selling security holders or others. Short selling is the selling of a security that the seller does not own, or any sale that is completed by the delivery of a security borrowed by the seller. Short sellers assume that they will be able to buy the stock at a lower amount than the price at which they sold it short. Significant short selling of a company’s stock creates an incentive for market participants to reduce the value of that company’s common stock. If a significant market for short selling our common stock develops, the market price of our common stock could be significantly depressed.
WWA Group’s shareholders may face significant restrictions on their stock.
WWA Group’s stock differs from many stocks in that it is a “penny stock.” The Commission has adopted a number of rules to regulate “penny stocks” including, but not limited to, those rules from the
Securities Act as follows:
3a51-1 which defines penny stock as, generally speaking, those securities which are not listed on either NASDAQ or a national securities exchange and are priced under $5, excluding securities of issuers that have net tangible assets greater than $2 million if they have been in operation at least three years, greater than $5 million if in operation less than three years, or average revenue of at least $6 million for the last three years;
15g-1 which outlines transactions by broker/dealers which are exempt from 15g-2 through 15g-6 as those whose commissions from traders are lower than 5% total commissions;
15g-2 which details that brokers must disclose risks of penny stock on Schedule 15G;
15g-3 which details that broker/dealers must disclose quotes and other information relating to the penny stock market;
15g-4 which explains that compensation of broker/dealers must be disclosed;
15g-5 which explains that compensation of persons associated in connection with penny stock sales must be disclosed;
15g-6 which outlines that broker/dealers must send out monthly account statements; and
15g-9 which defines sales practice requirements.
Return to Table of ContentsSince WWA Group’s securities constitute a “penny stock” within the meaning of the rules, the rules would apply to us and our securities. Because these rules provide regulatory burdens upon broker-dealers, they may affect the ability of shareholders to sell their securities in any market that may develop; the rules themselves may limit the market for penny stocks. Additionally, the market among dealers may not be active. Investors in penny stock often are unable to sell stock back to the dealer that sold them the stock. The mark-ups or commissions charged by the broker-dealers may be greater than any profit a seller may make. Because of large dealer spreads, investors may be unable to sell the stock immediately back to the dealer at the same price the dealer sold the stock to the investor. In some cases, the stock may fall quickly in value. Investors may be unable to reap any profit from any sale of the stock, if they can sell it at all.
Shareholders should be aware that, according to Commission Release No. 34-29093 dated April 17, 1991, the market for penny stocks has suffered from patterns of fraud and abuse. These patterns include:
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control of the market for the security by one or a few broker-dealers that are often related to the promoter or issuer; |
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manipulation of prices through prearranged matching of purchases and sales and false and misleading press releases; |
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“boiler room” practices involving high pressure sales tactics and unrealistic price projections by inexperienced sales persons; |
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excessive and undisclosed bid-ask differentials and markups by selling broker-dealers; and |
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the wholesale dumping of the same securities by promoters and broker-dealers after prices have been manipulated to a desired level, along with the inevitable collapse of those prices with consequent investor losses. |
ITEM 2. UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS
None.
ITEM 3. DEFAULTS ON SENIOR SECURITIES
None.
ITEM 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
None.
ITEM 5. OTHER INFORMATION
None.
ITEM 6. EXHIBITS
Exhibits required to be attached by Item 601 of Regulation S-K are listed in the Index to Exhibits on page 26 of this Form 10-Q, and are incorporated herein by this reference.
Return to Table of ContentsPursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
WWA Group, Inc. Date
/s/ Eric Montandon May 14, 2009
By: Eric Montandon
Its: Chief Executive Officer
/s/ Digamber Naswa May 14, 2009
By: Digamber Naswa
Its: Chief Financial Officer and Principal Accounting Officer
Return to Table of ContentsExhibit Description
3(i)(a)* Articles of Incorporation of WWA Group (Conceptual Technologies, Inc.) filed with the Nevada Secretary of State on November 26, 1996 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form SB-2 filed with the Commission on December 26, 2007).
3(i)(b)* Certificate of Amendment of the Articles of Incorporation of WWA Group (Conceptual Technologies, Inc.) filed with the Nevada Secretary of State on August 29, 1997 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form SB-2 filed with the Commission on December 26, 2007).
3(i)(c)* Certificate of Amendment of the Articles of Incorporation of WWA Group (NovaMed Inc.) filed with the Nevada Secretary of State on May 8, 1998 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form SB-2 filed with the Commission on December 26, 2007).
3(i)(d)* Certificate of Amendment to the Articles of Incorporation of WWA Group filed with the Nevada Secretary of State on September 25, 2003 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form SB-2 filed with the Commission on December 26, 2007).
3(ii)* Bylaws of WWA Group adopted on November 12, 1996 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form SB-2 filed with the Commission on December 26, 2007).
10(i)* Stock Exchange Agreement between WWA Group and World Wide Auctioneers, Inc. dated August 5, 2003 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on August 25, 2003).
10(ii)* Purchase Agreement between World Wide Auctioneers, Ltd., Geoffrey Greenless and Crown Diamond Holdings, Inc. dated June 30, 2006 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on July 19, 2006).
10(iii)* Share Purchase Agreement between World Wide Auctioneers, Ltd. and Steven Edward Rogers dated December 20, 2006 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form 8-K filed with the Commission on February 15, 2007).
14* Code of Ethics adopted March 28, 2004 (incorporated herein by reference from the Form 10-KSB filed with the Commission on March 30, 2005).
21* Subsidiaries of WWA Group (incorporated herein by reference from the Form 10-K filed with the Commission on April 10, 2008).
31(a) Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (attached).
31(b) Certification of the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Rule 13a-14 of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, as adopted pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (attached).
32(a) Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (attached).
32(b) Certification of the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 as adopted pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (attached).
* Incorporated by reference from previous filings of WWA Group.
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