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



FORM 10-Q

(Mark One)    

ý

 

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

For the Quarterly Period Ended December 30, 2011

Or

o

 

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

001-33260
(Commission File Number)



TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Switzerland
(Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
  98-0518048
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)

Rheinstrasse 20
CH-8200 Schaffhausen, Switzerland

(Address of principal executive offices)

+41 (0)52 633 66 61
(Registrant's telephone number)

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes ý    No o

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T (§232.405 of this chapter) during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes ý    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. See the definitions of "large accelerated filer," "accelerated filer," and "smaller reporting company" in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act.

Large accelerated filer ý   Accelerated filer o   Non-accelerated filer o
(Do not check if a
smaller reporting company)
  Smaller reporting company o

        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o    No ý

        The number of common shares outstanding as of January 24, 2012 was 426,179,148.

   


TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.
INDEX TO FORM 10-Q

 
   
  Page  

Part I.

 

Financial Information

       

Item 1.

 

Financial Statements

    1  

 

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Quarters Ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010 (Unaudited)

    1  

 

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011 (Unaudited)

    2  

 

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Quarters Ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010 (Unaudited)

    3  

 

Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements (Unaudited)

    4  

Item 2.

 

Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

    37  

Item 3.

 

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

    56  

Item 4.

 

Controls and Procedures

    57  

Part II.

 

Other Information

       

Item 1.

 

Legal Proceedings

    58  

Item 1A.

 

Risk Factors

    58  

Item 2.

 

Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

    59  

Item 3.

 

Defaults Upon Senior Securities

    59  

Item 4.

 

Reserved

    59  

Item 5.

 

Other Information

    59  

Item 6.

 

Exhibits

    60  

Signatures

    61  

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

ITEM 1.    FINANCIAL STATEMENTS

        


TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(UNAUDITED)

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions, except per share data)
 

Net sales

  $ 3,309   $ 3,200  

Cost of sales

    2,326     2,179  
           

Gross margin

    983     1,021  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    398     402  

Research, development, and engineering expenses

    184     163  

Acquisition and integration costs

    4     17  

Restructuring and other charges, net

    19     39  
           

Operating income

    378     400  

Interest income

    5     5  

Interest expense

    (38 )   (35 )

Other income, net

    1     12  
           

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

    346     382  

Income tax expense

    (92 )   (113 )
           

Income from continuing operations

    254     269  

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

    8     (3 )
           

Net income

    262     266  

Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

    (2 )   (1 )
           

Net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd

  $ 260   $ 265  
           

Amounts attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd.:

             

Income from continuing operations

  $ 252   $ 268  

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

    8     (3 )
           

Net income

  $ 260   $ 265  
           

Basic earnings per share attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd.:

             

Income from continuing operations

  $ 0.59   $ 0.60  

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

    0.02      
           

Net income

  $ 0.61   $ 0.60  
           

Diluted earnings per share attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd.:

             

Income from continuing operations

  $ 0.59   $ 0.60  

Income (loss) from discontinued operations

    0.02     (0.01 )
           

Net income

  $ 0.61   $ 0.59  
           

Dividends and cash distributions paid per common share of TE Connectivity Ltd

  $ 0.18   $ 0.16  

Weighted-average number of shares outstanding:

             

Basic

    425     444  

Diluted

    429     449  

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(UNAUDITED)

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions,
except share data)

 

Assets

             

Current Assets:

             

Cash and cash equivalents

  $ 1,390   $ 1,219  

Accounts receivable, net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $41 and $39, respectively

    2,241     2,425  

Inventories

    1,918     1,939  

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    625     646  

Deferred income taxes

    403     403  
           

Total current assets

    6,577     6,632  

Property, plant, and equipment, net

    3,090     3,163  

Goodwill

    3,569     3,586  

Intangible assets, net

    638     655  

Deferred income taxes

    2,322     2,365  

Receivable from Tyco International Ltd. and Covidien plc

    1,068     1,066  

Other assets

    259     256  
           

Total Assets

  $ 17,523   $ 17,723  
           

Liabilities and Equity

             

Current Liabilities:

             

Current maturities of long-term debt

  $ 896   $ 1  

Accounts payable

    1,393     1,483  

Accrued and other current liabilities

    1,434     1,772  

Deferred revenue

    97     145  
           

Total current liabilities

    3,820     3,401  

Long-term debt

    1,950     2,668  

Long-term pension and postretirement liabilities

    1,174     1,204  

Deferred income taxes

    333     333  

Income taxes

    2,139     2,122  

Other liabilities

    517     511  
           

Total Liabilities

    9,933     10,239  
           

Commitments and contingencies (Note 11)

             

Equity:

             

TE Connectivity Ltd. Shareholders' Equity:

             

Common shares, 463,080,684 shares authorized and issued, CHF 1.37 par value

    593     593  

Contributed surplus

    7,578     7,604  

Accumulated earnings

    344     84  

Treasury shares, at cost, 37,351,457 and 39,303,550 shares, respectively

    (1,184 )   (1,235 )

Accumulated other comprehensive income

    250     428  
           

Total TE Connectivity Ltd. shareholders' equity

    7,581     7,474  

Noncontrolling interests

    9     10  
           

Total Equity

    7,590     7,484  
           

Total Liabilities and Equity

  $ 17,523   $ 17,723  
           

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(UNAUDITED)

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Cash Flows From Operating Activities:

             

Net income

  $ 262   $ 266  

(Income) loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

    (8 )   3  
           

Income from continuing operations

    254     269  

Adjustments to reconcile net cash provided by operating activities:

             

Depreciation and amortization

    143     133  

Deferred income taxes

    52     105  

Provision for losses on accounts receivable and inventories

    27     6  

Share-based compensation expense

    18     22  

Other

    (9 )   (12 )

Changes in assets and liabilities, net of the effects of acquisitions and divestitures:

             

Accounts receivable, net

    88     7  

Inventories

    (83 )   (106 )

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    18     43  

Accounts payable

    (44 )   4  

Accrued and other current liabilities

    (211 )   (345 )

Income taxes

    (13 )    

Deferred revenue

    (46 )   (12 )

Long-term pension and postretirement liabilities

    7     22  

Other

    9     18  
           

Net cash provided by continuing operating activities

    210     154  

Net cash used in discontinued operating activities

    (3 )    
           

Net cash provided by operating activities

    207     154  
           

Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

             

Capital expenditures

    (130 )   (117 )

Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment

    5     8  

Proceeds from sale of short-term investments

        37  

Acquisition of business, net of cash acquired

        (717 )

Other

    (1 )   (4 )
           

Net cash used in investing activities

    (126 )   (793 )
           

Cash Flows From Financing Activities:

             

Net increase (decrease) in commercial paper

    179     (100 )

Proceeds from long-term debt

        249  

Proceeds from exercise of share options

    12     24  

Repurchase of common shares

    (17 )   (45 )

Payment of common share dividends and cash distributions to shareholders

    (77 )   (71 )

Other

    (7 )   (4 )
           

Net cash provided by continuing financing activities

    90     53  

Net cash provided by discontinued financing activities

    3      
           

Net cash provided by financing activities

    93     53  
           

Effect of currency translation on cash

    (3 )   3  

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

    171     (583 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

    1,219     1,990  
           

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

  $ 1,390   $ 1,407  
           

   

See Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED)

1. Basis of Presentation

        The unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements of TE Connectivity Ltd. ("TE Connectivity" or the "Company," which may be referred to as "we," "us," or "our") have been prepared in United States Dollars, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP"). The preparation of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to make use of estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates. In management's opinion, the unaudited Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements contain all normal recurring adjustments necessary for a fair presentation of interim results. The results of operations reported for interim periods are not necessarily indicative of the results of operations for the entire fiscal year or any subsequent interim period.

        The Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in accordance with the instructions to Form 10-Q under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The year-end balance sheet data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all of the information and disclosures required by GAAP. These financial statements should be read in conjunction with our audited Consolidated Financial Statements contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011.

        Unless otherwise indicated, references in the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements to fiscal 2012 and fiscal 2011 are to our fiscal years ending September 28, 2012 and September 30, 2011, respectively.

        We have reclassified certain items on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements to conform to the current year presentation.

2. Accounting Pronouncements

        In December 2011 and June 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued updates to guidance in Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 220, Comprehensive Income, that change the presentation and disclosure requirements of comprehensive income in interim and annual financial statements. These updates to ASC 220 are effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 with early adoption permitted. Adoption is not expected to have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

        In December 2011, the FASB issued an update to guidance in ASC 210, Balance Sheet, that enhances the disclosure requirements related to offsetting assets and liabilities. This update to ASC 210 is effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2014. Adoption is not expected to have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

3. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net

        Charges (credits) to operations by segment were as follows:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ (4 ) $ 1  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    17     3  

Network Solutions

    6     35  
           

Restructuring and related charges, net

  $ 19   $ 39  
           

        Amounts recognized on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Cash charges

  $ 20   $ 39  

Non-cash credits

    (1 )    
           

Restructuring and related charges, net

  $ 19   $ 39  
           

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

3. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

Restructuring and Related Cash Charges

        Activity in our restructuring reserves during the first quarter of fiscal 2012 is summarized as follows:

 
  Balance at
September 30,
2011
  Charges   Utilization   Changes in
Estimate
  Currency
Translation
  Balance at
December 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Fiscal 2012 Actions:

                                     

Employee severance

  $   $ 23   $ (3 ) $   $   $ 20  

Facilities exit costs

                         

Other

                         
                           

Total

        23     (3 )           20  
                           

Fiscal 2011 Actions:

                                     

Employee severance

    111     3     (28 )   (8 )   (2 )   76  

Facilities exit costs

    4         (1 )           3  

Other

    1                     1  
                           

Total

    116     3     (29 )   (8 )   (2 )   80  
                           

Pre-Fiscal 2011 Actions:

                                     

Employee severance

    33     1     (7 )       (1 )   26  

Facilities exit costs

    31     1     (2 )       (1 )   29  

Other

    2         (1 )           1  
                           

Total

    66     2     (10 )       (2 )   56  
                           

Total Activity

  $ 182   $ 28   $ (42 ) $ (8 ) $ (4 ) $ 156  
                           

        We initiated restructuring programs during fiscal 2012 which were primarily associated with headcount reductions in our Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. In connection with these actions, during the quarter ended December 30, 2011, we recorded net restructuring charges of $23 million primarily related to employee severance and benefits. We expect to complete all restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2012 by the end of fiscal 2013. Cash spending related to this plan was $3 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. We expect total cash spending to be approximately $17 million and $6 million in fiscal 2012 and 2013, respectively.

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

3. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

        The following table summarizes costs incurred for fiscal 2012 actions by segment:

 
  Costs Incurred For
the Quarter Ended
December 30, 2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 3  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    15  

Network Solutions

    5  
       

Total

  $ 23  
       

        We initiated restructuring programs during fiscal 2011 which were primarily associated with the acquisition of ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ("ADC") and related headcount reductions in the Network Solutions segment. Additionally, we increased reductions in force as a result of economic conditions, primarily in the Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. In connection with these actions, during the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, we recorded net restructuring credits of $5 million and charges of $37 million, respectively, which primarily related to employee severance and benefits. We expect to complete all restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2011 by the end of fiscal 2012 and to incur additional charges of approximately $5 million, primarily in the Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. Cash spending related to this plan was $29 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. We expect total cash spending to be approximately $99 million and $15 million in fiscal 2012 and 2013, respectively.

        The following table summarizes costs incurred during the quarter ended December 30, 2011 and cumulative costs incurred for fiscal 2011 actions by segment:

 
  Costs Incurred For
the Quarter Ended
December 30, 2011
  Cumulative
Costs Incurred
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ (7 ) $ 1  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    2     81  

Network Solutions

        81  
           

Total

  $ (5 ) $ 163  
           

        We initiated restructuring programs during fiscal 2010 primarily relating to headcount reductions in the Transportation Solutions segment. We initiated restructuring programs during fiscal 2009 primarily relating to headcount reductions and manufacturing site closures across all segments in response to economic conditions and the implementation of our manufacturing simplification plan. We have completed all restructuring activities commenced in fiscal 2010 and 2009. In connection with these pre-fiscal 2011 actions, during the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, we

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

3. Restructuring and Other Charges, Net (Continued)

recorded net restructuring charges of $2 million and $2 million, respectively. Cash spending related to these plans was $10 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012, and we expect total cash spending of approximately $31 million and $6 million in fiscal 2012 and 2013, respectively.

        During fiscal 2002, we recorded restructuring charges related to a significant downturn in the telecommunications industry and certain other end markets. These actions have been completed. As of December 30, 2011, the remaining restructuring reserves related to fiscal 2002 actions were $29 million, relating to exited lease facilities in the Subsea Communications business in the Network Solutions segment. We expect that the remaining reserves will continue to be paid out over the expected terms of the obligations which range from one to fifteen years.

Total Restructuring Reserves

        Restructuring reserves by segment were as follows:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 22   $ 32  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    66     72  

Network Solutions

    68     78  
           

Restructuring reserves

  $ 156   $ 182  
           

        Restructuring reserves were included on our Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets as follows:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Accrued and other current liabilities

  $ 115   $ 136  

Other liabilities

    41     46  
           

Restructuring reserves

  $ 156   $ 182  
           

4. Acquisition

        On December 14, 2011, we entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement (the "SPA") to acquire Deutsch Group SAS ("Deutsch"), a global leader in high-performance connectors for harsh environments, from Deutsch's current shareholders (the "Sellers"). Pursuant to the SPA, we have agreed to pay the Sellers consideration of €1.15 billion (or approximately $1.49 billion using a December 30, 2011 exchange rate of $1.29 per €1.00), which will not be subject to an adjustment based on Deutsch's performance prior to closing and will accrue interest at a per annum rate of 5.5% after February 28, 2012 if the transaction has not closed prior to that date. The total value of the transaction amounts to €1.55 billion (approximately $2.0 billion using an exchange rate of $1.29 per €1.00), which includes Deutsch's debt to be repaid at closing.

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

4. Acquisition (Continued)

        The transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2012. The close of the transaction is subject to customary regulatory conditions including foreign investments approval by the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, approval of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. and antitrust clearances. The transaction terms also include termination rights, including a termination fee of €50 million payable to the Sellers by us if the transaction does not close.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations included $4 million of acquisition costs related to acquiring Deutsch.

5. Discontinued Operations

        The following table presents pre-tax gain (loss) on sale and income tax (expense) benefit from discontinued operations:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Pre-tax income from discontinued operations

  $ 13   $  

Pre-tax loss on sale of discontinued operations

        (4 )

Income tax (expense) benefit

    (5 )   1  
           

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

  $ 8   $ (3 )
           

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we recorded a $21 million partial recovery of a prior loss, net of legal fees, to pre-tax income from discontinued operations in connection with a favorable judgment related to our former Wireless Systems business's State of New York contract. See Note 11 for additional information regarding the State of New York contract. Pre-tax income from discontinued operations in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 also included a $5 million charge related to an unfavorable judgment associated with a holdback of purchase price of a previously acquired business which was subsequently divested in connection with the sale of our Radio Frequency Components and Subsystem business in fiscal 2008.

6. Inventories

        Inventories consisted of the following:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Raw materials

  $ 315   $ 301  

Work in progress

    564     550  

Finished goods

    952     1,005  

Inventoried costs on long-term contracts

    87     83  
           

Inventories

  $ 1,918   $ 1,939  
           

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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

7. Goodwill

        The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by segment were as follows:

 
  Transportation
Solutions
  Communications
and Industrial
Solutions
  Network
Solutions
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Balance at September 30, 2011:

                         

Goodwill

  $ 2,712   $ 3,314   $ 2,235   $ 8,261  

Accumulated impairment losses

    (2,191 )   (1,459 )   (1,025 )   (4,675 )
                   

Goodwill, net of impairment losses

    521     1,855     1,210     3,586  
                   

Changes in goodwill:

                         

Currency translation

    (2 )   (9 )   (6 )   (17 )

Balance at December 30, 2011:

                         

Goodwill

    2,710     3,305     2,229     8,244  

Accumulated impairment losses

    (2,191 )   (1,459 )   (1,025 )   (4,675 )
                   

Goodwill, net of impairment losses

  $ 519   $ 1,846   $ 1,204   $ 3,569  
                   

8. Intangible Assets, Net

        Intangible assets were as follows:

 
  December 30, 2011   September 30, 2011  
 
  Gross
Carrying
Amount
  Accumulated
Amortization
  Net
Carrying
Amount
  Gross
Carrying
Amount
  Accumulated
Amortization
  Net
Carrying
Amount
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Intellectual property

  $ 850   $ (404 ) $ 446   $ 850   $ (394 ) $ 456  

Customer relationships

    176     (18 )   158     176     (13 )   163  

Other

    54     (20 )   34     55     (19 )   36  
                           

Total

  $ 1,080   $ (442 ) $ 638   $ 1,081   $ (426 ) $ 655  
                           

        Intangible asset amortization expense was $15 million and $11 million for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively.

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8. Intangible Assets, Net (Continued)

        The estimated aggregate amortization expense on intangible assets is expected to be as follows:

 
  (in millions)  

Remainder of fiscal 2012

  $ 45  

Fiscal 2013

    59  

Fiscal 2014

    60  

Fiscal 2015

    61  

Fiscal 2016

    62  

Fiscal 2017

    62  

Thereafter

    289  
       

Total

  $ 638  
       

9. Debt

        Debt was as follows:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

6.00% senior notes due 2012

  $ 716   $ 716  

5.95% senior notes due 2014

    300     300  

6.55% senior notes due 2017

    735     736  

4.875% senior notes due 2021

    269     269  

7.125% senior notes due 2037

    475     475  

3.50% convertible subordinated notes due 2015

    90     90  

Commercial paper, at a weighted-average interest rate of 0.46%

    179      

Other

    82     83  
           

Total debt(1)

    2,846     2,669  

Less current maturities of long-term debt(2)

    896     1  
           

Long-term debt

  $ 1,950   $ 2,668  
           

(1)
Senior notes are presented at face amount and, if applicable, are net of unamortized discount and the fair value of interest rate swaps.

(2)
The current maturities of long-term debt at December 30, 2011 was comprised of the 6.00% senior notes due 2012, commercial paper, and a portion of amounts shown as other. The current maturities of long-term debt at September 30, 2011 was comprised of a portion of amounts shown as other.

        In December 2011, Tyco Electronics Group S.A. ("TEGSA"), our wholly-owned subsidiary, entered into a 364-day credit agreement ("364-Day Credit Facility") with total commitments of $700 million. Under the terms of the agreement, the commitments will be reduced upon certain events, including the incurrence of certain types of debt, certain equity issuances, and certain dispositions. TEGSA had no borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Facility at December 30, 2011.

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        Borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Facility will bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the option of TEGSA, (1) the London interbank offered rate ("LIBOR") plus an applicable margin based upon the senior, unsecured, long-term debt rating of TEGSA, or (2) an alternate base rate equal to the highest of (i) JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. New York branch's prime rate, (ii) the federal funds effective rate plus 1/2 of 1%, and (iii) one-month LIBOR plus 1%, plus, in each case, an applicable margin based upon the senior, unsecured, long-term debt rating of TEGSA. TEGSA is required to pay an annual facility fee ranging from 10.0 to 22.5 basis points based upon the amount of the lenders' commitments under the 364-Day Credit Facility and the applicable credit ratings of TEGSA.

        In June 2011, TEGSA entered into a five-year unsecured senior revolving credit facility ("Five-Year Credit Facility"), with total commitments of $1,500 million. TEGSA had no borrowings under the Five-Year Credit Facility at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011.

        The 364-Day Credit Facility and the Five-Year Credit Facility (together, the "Credit Facilities") contain financial ratio covenants providing that if, as of the last day of each fiscal quarter, our ratio of Consolidated Total Debt (as defined in the Credit Facilities) to Consolidated EBITDA (as defined in the Credit Facilities) for the then most recently concluded period of four consecutive fiscal quarters exceeds 3.5 to 1.0, an Event of Default (as defined in the Credit Facilities) is triggered. The Credit Facilities and our other debt agreements contain other customary covenants.

        TEGSA's payment obligations under its senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facilities are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by TE Connectivity Ltd. Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its subsidiaries provides a guarantee as to payment obligations under the 3.50% convertible subordinated notes due 2015 and other notes issued by ADC prior to its acquisition in December 2010.

        We have used, and continue to use, derivative instruments to manage interest rate risk. See Note 12 for information on options to enter into interest rate swaps ("swaptions"), forward starting interest rate swaps, and interest rate swaps.

        The fair value of our debt, based on indicative valuations, was approximately $3,148 million and $2,970 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, respectively.

10. Guarantees

        Pursuant to the Separation and Distribution Agreement and Tax Sharing Agreement, upon separation from Tyco International Ltd. ("Tyco International") on June 29, 2007, we entered into certain guarantee commitments and indemnifications with Tyco International and Covidien plc ("Covidien"). Under these agreements, principally the Tax Sharing Agreement, we, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of certain contingent liabilities relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters of Tyco International. The effect of the Tax Sharing Agreement is to indemnify us for 69% of certain liabilities settled in cash by us with respect to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. Pursuant to that indemnification, we have made similar indemnifications to Tyco International and Covidien with respect to 31% of certain liabilities settled in cash by the companies relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. If any of the companies responsible for all or a portion of such liabilities were to default in its payment of costs or expenses related to any such liability, we would be responsible for a portion of the defaulting party or parties' obligation. In addition, Tyco International and Covidien are responsible for their tax liabilities that are not subject to

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the Tax Sharing Agreement's sharing formula. Our indemnification created under the Tax Sharing Agreement qualifies as a guarantee of a third party entity's debt under ASC 460, Guarantees.

        At December 30, 2011, we had a liability representing the indemnifications made to Tyco International and Covidien pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement of $250 million of which $230 million was reflected in other liabilities and $20 million was reflected in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. At September 30, 2011, the liability was $249 million and consisted of $228 million in other liabilities and $21 million in accrued and other current liabilities. The amount reflected in accrued and other current liabilities is our estimated cash obligation under the Tax Sharing Agreement to Tyco International and Covidien in connection with pre-separation tax matters that could be resolved within one year.

        We have assessed the probable future cash payments to Tyco International and Covidien for pre-separation income tax matters pursuant to the terms of the Tax Sharing Agreement and determined that $250 million remains sufficient to satisfy these expected obligations.

        In disposing of assets or businesses, we often provide representations, warranties, and/or indemnities to cover various risks including unknown damage to assets, environmental risks involved in the sale of real estate, liability for investigation and remediation of environmental contamination at waste disposal sites and manufacturing facilities, and unidentified tax liabilities and legal fees related to periods prior to disposition. We have no reason to believe that these uncertainties would have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 30, 2011, we had outstanding letters of credit and letters of guarantee in the amount of $425 million.

        In the normal course of business, we are liable for contract completion and product performance. In the opinion of management, such obligations will not significantly affect our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        We generally record estimated product warranty costs when contract revenues are recognized under the percentage-of-completion method for construction related contracts and at the time of sale for products. The estimation is primarily based on historical experience and actual warranty claims. Amounts accrued for warranty claims at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011 were $56 million and $60 million, respectively.

11. Commitments and Contingencies

TE Connectivity Legal Proceedings

        In the ordinary course of business, we are subject to various legal proceedings and claims, including patent infringement claims, product liability matters, employment disputes, disputes on agreements, other commercial disputes, environmental matters, antitrust claims, and tax matters, including non-income tax matters such as value added tax, sales and use tax, real estate tax, and transfer tax. Although it is not feasible to predict the outcome of these proceedings, based upon our experience, current information, and applicable law, we do not expect that the outcome of these proceedings, either individually or in the aggregate, will have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

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11. Commitments and Contingencies (Continued)

Legal Matters under Separation and Distribution Agreement

        The Separation and Distribution Agreement among us, Tyco International, and Covidien provided for the allocation among the parties of Tyco International's assets, liabilities, and obligations attributable to periods prior to our and Covidien's separations from Tyco International on June 29, 2007. Under the Separation and Distribution Agreement, we assumed the liability for, and control of, all pending and threatened legal matters at separation related to our business or assumed or retained liabilities. We were responsible for 31% of certain liabilities that arose from litigation pending or threatened at separation that was not allocated to one of the three parties, and Tyco International and Covidien were responsible for 27% and 42%, respectively, of such liabilities. If any party defaults in payment of its allocated share of any such liability, each non-defaulting party will be responsible for an equal portion of the amount in default together with any other non-defaulting party, although any such payments will not release the obligation of the defaulting party. Subject to the terms and conditions of the Separation and Distribution Agreement, Tyco International manages and controls all the legal matters related to the shared contingent liabilities, including the defense or settlement thereof, subject to certain limitations. All costs and expenses that Tyco International incurs in connection with the defense of such litigation, other than the amount of any judgment or settlement, which is allocated in the manner described above, will be borne equally by Tyco International, Covidien, and us. At the present time, all significant matters for which we shared responsibility with Tyco International and Covidien under the Separation and Distribution Agreement, which as previously reported in our periodic filings generally related to securities class action cases and other securities cases, have been settled. Other than matters described below under "Compliance Matters," we presently are not aware of any additional legal matters which may arise for which we would bear a portion of the responsibility under the Separation and Distribution Agreement.

        As previously reported in our periodic filings, Tyco International received and has responded to various allegations that certain improper payments were made by Tyco International subsidiaries, including our subsidiaries, in recent years prior to the separation. Tyco International reported to the U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission the investigative steps and remedial measures that it had taken in response to the allegations, including that it retained outside counsel to perform a company-wide baseline review of its policies, controls, and practices with respect to compliance with the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act ("FCPA"), and that it would continue to investigate and make periodic progress reports to these agencies. To date, our baseline review has revealed that some of our former business practices may not have complied with FCPA requirements. At this time, we believe we have adequate amounts recorded related to these matters, the amounts of which are not significant. Any judgment, settlement, or other cost incurred by Tyco International in connection with these matters not specifically allocated to Tyco International, Covidien, or us would be subject to the liability sharing provisions of the Separation and Distribution Agreement.

Income Taxes

        In prior years, in connection with the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") audit of various fiscal years, Tyco International submitted to the IRS proposed adjustments to prior period U.S. federal

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income tax returns resulting in a reduction in the taxable income previously filed. The IRS accepted substantially all of the proposed adjustments for fiscal 1997 through 2000 for which the IRS had completed its field work. On the basis of previously accepted amendments, we have determined that acceptance of adjustments presented for additional periods through fiscal 2006 is more likely than not to be accepted and, accordingly, have recorded them, as well as the impacts of the adjustments accepted by the IRS, on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

        As our tax return positions continue to be updated for periods prior to separation, additional adjustments may be identified and recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements. While the final adjustments cannot be determined until the income tax return amendment process is completed and accepted by the IRS, we believe that any resulting adjustments will not have a material impact on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows. Additionally, adjustments may be recorded to equity in the future for the impact of filing final or amended income tax returns in certain jurisdictions where those returns include a combination of Tyco International, Covidien, and/or our subsidiaries for the periods prior to the separation.

        During fiscal 2007, the IRS concluded its field examination of certain of Tyco International's U.S. federal income tax returns for the years 1997 through 2000 and issued Revenue Agent Reports which reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 1997 through 2000 period. Tyco International has appealed certain proposed adjustments totaling approximately $1 billion. Additionally, the IRS proposed civil fraud penalties against Tyco International arising from alleged actions of former executives in connection with certain intercompany transfers of stock in 1998 and 1999. Based upon statutory guidelines, Tyco International estimates the proposed penalties could range between $30 million and $50 million. The penalty is asserted against a prior subsidiary of Tyco International that was distributed to us in connection with the separation. Any penalty ultimately imposed upon our subsidiary would be subject to sharing with Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement. It is our understanding that Tyco International continues to make progress towards resolving a substantial number of proposed tax adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000; however, several significant matters remain in dispute. The remaining issues in dispute involve the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. Tyco International has indicated that it is unlikely to achieve the resolution of these contested adjustments through the IRS appeals process, and therefore may be required to litigate the disputed issues. For those issues not remaining in dispute, it is likely that Tyco International will settle with the IRS and pay any related deficiencies within the next twelve months. Over the next twelve months, we expect to pay approximately $70 million, inclusive of related indemnification payments, in connection with pre-separation tax matters.

        During fiscal 2011, the IRS completed its field examination of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2001 through 2004, issued Revenue Agent Reports which reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 2001 through 2004 period, and issued certain notices of deficiency. In connection with the completion of fieldwork and the settlement of certain tax matters, we made net cash payments of $154 million related to pre-separation deficiencies in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011.

        The IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007 in fiscal 2011.

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11. Commitments and Contingencies (Continued)

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the IRS indicated that it would begin the audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010 in fiscal 2012.

        At December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, we have reflected $218 million and $232 million, respectively, of income tax liabilities related to the audits of Tyco International's and our income tax returns in accrued and other current liabilities as certain of these matters could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We continue to believe that the amounts recorded on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements relating to the matters discussed above are appropriate. However, the ultimate resolution is uncertain and could result in a material impact to our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

Environmental Matters

        We are involved in various stages of investigation and cleanup related to environmental remediation matters at a number of sites. The ultimate cost of site cleanup is difficult to predict given the uncertainties regarding the extent of the required cleanup, the interpretation of applicable laws and regulations, and alternative cleanup methods. As of December 30, 2011, we concluded that it was probable that we would incur remedial costs in the range of $12 million to $23 million. As of December 30, 2011, we concluded that the best estimate within this range is $12 million, of which $4 million is included in accrued and other current liabilities and $8 million is included in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet. In view of our financial position and reserves for environmental matters of $12 million, we believe that any potential payment of such estimated amounts will not have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

Matters Related to Our Former Wireless Systems Business

        Certain liabilities and contingencies related to our former Wireless Systems business were retained by us when this business was sold in fiscal 2009. These include certain retained liabilities related to the State of New York contract and a contingent purchase price commitment related to the acquisition of Com-Net by the Wireless Systems business in 2001. See additional information below.

        In September 2005, we were awarded a twenty-year lease contract with the State of New York to construct, operate, and maintain a statewide wireless communications network for use by state and municipal first responders. In August 2008, we were served by the State with a default notice related to the first regional network, pursuant to the contract. In January 2009, the State notified us that, in the State's opinion, we had not fully remediated issues cited by the State and it had determined that we were in default of the contract and that it had exercised its right to terminate the contract. The State contended that it had the right under the contract to recoup costs incurred by the State in conjunction with the implementation of the network, and as a result of this contention, in January 2009, the State drew down $50 million against an irrevocable standby letter of credit funded by us.

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        In February 2009, we filed a claim in the New York Court of Claims, seeking over $100 million in damages, and alleging a number of causes of action, including breach of contract, unjust enrichment, defamation, conversion, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, the imposition of a constructive trust, and seeking a declaration that the State terminated the contract "for convenience." In September 2009, the Court granted the State's motion to dismiss all counts of the complaint, with the exception of the breach of contract claim and a claim for breach of warranty in connection with the State's drawdown on the $50 million letter of credit. In November 2009, the State filed an answer to the complaint and counterclaim asserting breach of contract and alleging that the State has incurred damages in excess of $275 million. We moved to dismiss the counterclaim in February 2010, and in June 2010 the Court denied our motion. We filed our answer to the State's counterclaim in July 2010. On December 27, 2011, the Court of Claims entered judgment in our favor in the amount of $25 million, payment of which is expected to be made in the third quarter of fiscal 2012. The Court also dismissed the State's counterclaim against us with prejudice. The Court's judgment resolves all outstanding issues between the parties in this matter. The $25 million judgment is reflected in income from discontinued operations on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for the quarter ended December 30, 2011.

        At December 30, 2011, we had a contingent purchase price commitment of $80 million related to our fiscal 2001 acquisition of Com-Net. This represents the maximum amount payable to the former shareholders of Com-Net only after the construction and installation of a communications system for the State of Florida was completed and approved by the State of Florida in accordance with guidelines set forth in the contract. Under the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, we do not believe we have any obligation to the sellers. However, the sellers have contested our position and initiated a lawsuit in June 2006 in the Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, which is in the discovery phase. A liability for this contingency has not been recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements as we do not believe that any payment is probable or reasonably estimable at this time.

12. Financial Instruments

        We use derivative and non-derivative financial instruments to manage certain exposures to foreign currency, interest rate, investment, and commodity risks.

        As part of managing the exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, we utilize foreign currency forward and swap contracts, a portion of which are designated as cash flow hedges. The objective of these contracts is to minimize impacts to cash flows and profitability due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on intercompany transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other cash transactions.

        We expect that significantly all of the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income associated with the cash flow hedge-designated instruments addressing foreign exchange risks will be reclassified into the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations within the next twelve months.

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12. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        We issue debt, from time to time, to fund our operations and capital needs. Such borrowings can result in interest rate exposure. To manage the interest rate exposure, we use interest rate swaps to convert a portion of fixed-rate debt into variable-rate debt. We use forward starting interest rate swaps and swaptions to manage interest rate exposure in periods prior to the anticipated issuance of fixed-rate debt. We also utilize interest rate swap contracts, a portion of which are designated as cash flow hedges, to manage interest rate and earnings exposure on cash and cash equivalents and certain non-qualified deferred compensation liabilities.

        As part of managing the exposure to certain commodity price fluctuations, we utilize commodity swap contracts designated as cash flow hedges. The objective of these contracts is to minimize impacts to cash flows and profitability due to changes in prices of commodities used in production.

        At December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, our commodity hedges had notional values of $237 million and $211 million, respectively. We expect that significantly all of the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income associated with the commodities hedges will be reclassified into the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations within the next twelve months.

        We hedge our net investment in certain foreign operations using intercompany non-derivative financial instruments denominated in the same currencies. The aggregate notional value of these hedges was $1,663 million and $1,542 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, respectively. We recorded foreign exchange gains of $52 million and $14 million during the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively, to currency translation, a component of accumulated other comprehensive income, offsetting foreign exchange gains or losses attributable to the translation of the net investment. See additional information in Note 19.

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12. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        The fair value of our derivative instruments is summarized below.

 
  December 30, 2011   September 30, 2011  
 
  Fair Value
of Asset
Positions(1)
  Fair Value
of Liability
Positions(2)
  Fair Value
of Asset
Positions(1)
  Fair Value
of Liability
Positions(2)
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Derivatives designated as hedging instruments:

                         

Foreign currency contracts(3)

  $ 1   $ 4   $ 1   $ 1  

Interest rate swaps and swaptions

    22     22     21     21  

Commodity swap contracts

    5     20     13     14  
                   

Total derivatives designated as hedging instruments

    28     46     35     36  
                   

Derivatives not designated as hedging instruments:

                         

Foreign currency contracts(3)

    2     28     6     10  

Investment swaps

    3             5  
                   

Total derivatives not designated as hedging instruments

    5     28     6     15  
                   

Total derivatives

  $ 33   $ 74   $ 41   $ 51  
                   

(1)
All foreign currency, commodity swap, investment swap, interest rate swap, forward starting interest rate swap, and swaption derivatives in asset positions that mature within one year of the balance sheet date are recorded in prepaid expenses and other current assets on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, except where a right of offset against liability positions exists. Derivative instruments in prepaid expenses and other current assets on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets totaled $12 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011. Interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts in asset positions that mature more than one year from the balance sheet date are recorded in other assets on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and totaled $21 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011.

(2)
All foreign currency, commodity swap, investment swap, interest rate swap, forward starting interest rate swap, and swaption derivatives in liability positions that mature within one year of the balance sheet date are recorded in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, except where a right of offset against asset positions exists. Derivative instruments in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets totaled $71 million and $43 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, respectively. Interest rate swaps and foreign currency contracts in liability positions that mature more than one year from the balance sheet date are recorded in other liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and totaled $3 million at December 30, 2011; there were no derivatives in other liabilities at September 30, 2011.

(3)
Contracts are presented gross without regard to any right of offset that exists.

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12. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        The effects of derivative instruments designated as fair value hedges on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

 
  Gain Recognized  
 
   
  For the Quarters Ended  
Derivatives Designated
as Fair Value Hedges
  Location   December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
   
  (in millions)
 

Interest rate swaps(1)

  Interest expense   $ 2   $ 2  
               

(1)
Certain interest rate swaps designated as fair value hedges were terminated in December 2008. Terminated interest rate swaps resulted in all gains presented in this table. Interest rate swaps in place at December 30, 2011 had no gain or loss recognized on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations during the periods.

        The effects of derivative instruments designated as cash flow hedges on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

 
  Gain (Loss)
Recognized in
OCI (Effective
Portion)
  Gain (Loss) Reclassified
from Accumulated
OCI into Income
(Effective Portion)
  Gain (Loss) Recognized
in Income (Ineffective
Portion and Amount Excluded
From Effectiveness Testing)
 
Derivatives Designated
as Cash Flow Hedges
  Amount   Location   Amount   Location   Amount  
 
  (in millions)
 

For the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011:

                           

Foreign currency contracts

  $ (3 ) Cost of sales   $   Cost of sales   $  

Commodity swap contracts

    (4 ) Cost of sales     10   Cost of sales      

Interest rate swaps and swaptions(1)

    (1 ) Interest expense     (1 ) Interest expense      
                       

Total

  $ (8 )     $ 9       $  
                       

For the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010:

                           

Foreign currency contracts

  $   Cost of sales   $ 2   Cost of sales   $  

Commodity swap contracts

    12   Cost of sales     6   Cost of sales      

Interest rate swaps and swaptions(1)

    6   Interest expense     (1 ) Interest expense     2  
                       

Total

  $ 18       $ 7       $ 2  
                       

(1)
Certain forward starting interest rate swaps designated as cash flow hedges were terminated in September 2007. Terminated forward starting interest rate swaps resulted in losses of $1 million reflected in interest expense for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively. Forward starting interest rate swaps in place at December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010 resulted in a loss of $1 million and a gain of $6 million, respectively, in other comprehensive income related to the effective portions of the hedge during the periods. Interest rate swaptions in place at December 30, 2011 resulted in no gains or losses recorded in either other comprehensive income related to the effective portions of the hedges or interest expense as a result of amounts excluded from the hedging relationships. Interest rate swaptions in place at December 24, 2010 resulted in no gains or losses recorded in other comprehensive income related to the effective portions of the hedges and gains of $2 million in interest expense as a result of amounts excluded from the hedging relationships.

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12. Financial Instruments (Continued)

        The effects of derivative instruments not designated as hedging instruments on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations were as follows:

 
  Gain (Loss) Recognized  
 
   
  For the Quarters Ended  
Derivatives not Designated as
Hedging Instruments
  Location   December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
   
  (in millions)
 

Foreign currency contracts

  Selling, general, and administrative expenses   $ (32 ) $  

Investment swaps

  Selling, general, and administrative expenses     3     (1 )
               

Total

      $ (29 ) $ (1 )
               

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we incurred losses of $32 million as a result of marking foreign currency derivatives not designated as hedging instruments to fair value. These losses were principally driven by Euro-denominated foreign currency contracts entered into in anticipation of the acquisition of Deutsch and were offset by gains realized as a result of re-measuring certain Euro-denominated intercompany non-derivative financial instruments to the U.S. Dollar.

13. Fair Value Measurements

        Guidance on fair value measurement in ASC 820, Fair Value Measurements and Disclosures, specifies a fair value hierarchy based upon the observability of the inputs utilized in valuation of certain assets and liabilities. Observable inputs (highest level) reflect market data obtained from independent sources, while unobservable inputs (lowest level) reflect internally developed market assumptions. Fair value measurements are classified under the following hierarchy:

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13. Fair Value Measurements (Continued)

        Financial assets and liabilities recorded at fair value on a recurring basis were as follows:

 
  Fair Value Measurements Using Inputs Considered as    
 
 
  Fair Value  
Description
  Level 1   Level 2   Level 3  
 
  (in millions)
 

December 30, 2011:

                         

Assets:

                         

Commodity swap contracts

  $ 5   $   $   $ 5  

Interest rate swaps and swaptions

        22         22  

Foreign currency contracts(1)

        3         3  

Investment swap contracts

        3         3  

Rabbi trust assets

    5     79         84  
                   

Total assets at fair value

  $ 10   $ 107   $   $ 117  
                   

Liabilities:

                         

Commodity swap contracts

  $ 20   $   $   $ 20  

Interest rate swaps and swaptions

        22         22  

Foreign currency contracts(1)

        32         32  
                   

Total liabilities at fair value

  $ 20   $ 54   $   $ 74  
                   

September 30, 2011:

                         

Assets:

                         

Commodity swap contracts

  $ 13   $   $   $ 13  

Interest rate swaps and swaptions

        21         21  

Foreign currency contracts(1)

        7         7  

Rabbi trust assets

    5     79         84  
                   

Total assets at fair value

  $ 18   $ 107   $   $ 125  
                   

Liabilities:

                         

Commodity swap contracts

  $ 14   $   $   $ 14  

Interest rate swaps and swaptions

        21         21  

Investment swap contracts

        5         5  

Foreign currency contracts(1)

        11         11  
                   

Total liabilities at fair value

  $ 14   $ 37   $   $ 51  
                   

(1)
Contracts are presented gross without regard to any right of offset that exists. See Note 12 for a reconciliation of amounts to the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

        The following is a description of the valuation methodologies used for the respective financial assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis:

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13. Fair Value Measurements (Continued)

        The majority of derivatives that we enter into are valued using the over-the-counter quoted market prices for similar instruments. We do not believe that fair values of these derivative instruments materially differ from the amounts that could be realized upon settlement or maturity.

        As of December 30, 2011, we did not have significant financial assets or liabilities that were measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis or non-financial assets or liabilities that were measured at fair value.

14. Retirement Plans

        The net periodic benefit cost for all U.S. and non-U.S. defined benefit pension plans was as follows:

 
  U.S. Plans   Non-U.S. Plans  
 
  For the Quarters Ended   For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Service cost

  $ 2   $ 2   $ 13   $ 16  

Interest cost

    13     13     19     21  

Expected return on plan assets

    (15 )   (16 )   (13 )   (14 )

Amortization of prior service credit

            (2 )    

Amortization of net actuarial loss

    10     9     8     10  
                   

Net periodic benefit pension cost

  $ 10   $ 8   $ 25   $ 33  
                   

        The net periodic benefit cost for postretirement benefit plans was immaterial for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010.

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14. Retirement Plans (Continued)

        We anticipate that, at a minimum, we will make the minimum required contributions to our pension plans in fiscal 2012 of $3 million for U.S. plans and $97 million for non-U.S. plans. During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, we contributed $1 million to our U.S. plans and $27 million to our non-U.S. plans.

        We expect to make contributions to our postretirement benefit plans of $2 million in fiscal 2012. During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, contributions to our postretirement benefit plans were insignificant.

15. Income Taxes

        We recorded a tax provision of $92 million, for an effective income tax rate of 26.6%, and a tax provision of $113 million, for an effective income tax rate of 29.6%, for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively. The effective income tax rate for the quarter ended December 30, 2011 reflects tax benefits recognized in connection with expected increased profitability in fiscal 2012 in certain entities operating in lower tax rate jurisdictions. These benefits were partially offset by accruals of interest related to uncertain tax positions and income tax expense associated with certain non-U.S. tax rate changes enacted in the quarter. The effective income tax rate for the quarter ended December 24, 2010 reflects tax benefits recognized in connection with expected increased profitability in fiscal 2011 in certain entities operating in lower tax rate jurisdictions. These benefits were partially offset by accruals of interest related to uncertain tax positions and the impacts of acquisition and integration costs and restructuring charges related to the acquisition of ADC for which a tax benefit was not recognized.

        We record accrued interest as well as penalties related to uncertain tax positions as part of the provision for income taxes. As of December 30, 2011, we had recorded $1,305 million of accrued interest and penalties related to uncertain tax positions on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet, of which $1,176 million was recorded in income taxes and $129 million was recorded in accrued and other current liabilities. During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, we recognized $22 million of expense related to interest and penalties on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations. As of September 30, 2011, the balance of accrued interest and penalties was $1,287 million, of which $1,154 million was recorded in income taxes and $133 million was recorded in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet.

        During fiscal 2007, the IRS concluded its field examination of certain of Tyco International's U.S. federal income tax returns for the years 1997 through 2000. Tyco International is in the process of appealing certain tax adjustments proposed by the IRS related to this period. During fiscal 2011, the IRS completed its field examination of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2001 through 2004 and issued Revenue Agent Reports which reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 2001 through 2004 period. Also, during fiscal 2011, the IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007. During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the IRS indicated that it would begin the audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010 in fiscal 2012. See Note 11 for additional information regarding the status of IRS examinations.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

15. Income Taxes (Continued)

        Although it is difficult to predict the timing or results of certain pending examinations, it is our understanding that Tyco International continues to make progress towards resolving a substantial number of proposed tax adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000; however, several significant matters remain in dispute. The remaining issues in dispute involve the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. Tyco International has indicated that it is unlikely to achieve the resolution of these contested adjustments through the IRS appeals process, and therefore may be required to litigate the disputed issues. For those issues not remaining in dispute, it is likely that Tyco International will settle with the IRS and pay any related deficiencies within the next twelve months. While the ultimate resolution is uncertain, based upon the current status of these examinations, we estimate that up to approximately $200 million of unrecognized tax benefits, excluding the impacts relating to accrued interest and penalties, could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We are not aware of any other matters that would result in significant changes to the amount of unrecognized tax benefits reflected on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet as of December 30, 2011.

16. Other Income, Net

        We recorded net other income of $1 million and $12 million in the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively, primarily consisting of income pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International and Covidien.

17. Earnings Per Share

        Basic earnings per share is computed by dividing net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. by the basic weighted-average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted earnings per share is computed by dividing net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding adjusted for potentially dilutive unexercised share options and non-vested restricted share awards. The following table sets forth the denominators of the basic and diluted earnings per share computations:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Weighted-average shares outstanding:

             

Basic

    425     444  

Dilutive share options and restricted share awards

    4     5  
           

Diluted

    429     449  
           

        Certain share options were not included in the computation of diluted earnings per share because the instruments' underlying exercise prices were greater than the average market prices of our common shares and inclusion would be antidilutive. Such shares not included in the computation were 16 million and 18 million for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

18. Equity

        Subject to certain conditions specified in the articles of association, we are authorized to increase our share capital by issuing new shares in aggregate not exceeding 50% of our authorized shares. Additionally, in March 2011, our shareholders reapproved and extended through March 9, 2013 our board of directors' authorization to issue additional new shares, subject to certain conditions specified in the articles, in aggregate not exceeding 50% of the amount of our authorized shares. Although we state our par value in Swiss Francs ("CHF"), we continue to use the U.S. Dollar as our reporting currency for preparing our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

        At December 30, 2011, approximately 37 million common shares were held in treasury, of which 13 million were owned by one of our subsidiaries. At September 30, 2011, approximately 39 million common shares were held in treasury, of which 15 million were owned by one of our subsidiaries. Shares held both directly by us and by our subsidiary are presented as treasury shares on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets.

        Contributed surplus originally established during the Change of Domicile for Swiss tax and statutory purposes ("Swiss Contributed Surplus"), subject to certain conditions, is a freely distributable reserve.

        Upon our implementation of Swiss tax law regarding the classification of Swiss Contributed Surplus for Swiss tax and statutory purposes, distributions to shareholders from Swiss Contributed Surplus will be free from withholding tax. We are in discussions with Swiss tax authorities regarding certain administrative aspects of the law related to the classification of Swiss Contributed Surplus for tax and statutory reporting purposes. Should we not be successful in our discussions, we may need to formally enter into an appeal process in order to gain a favorable ruling. While these discussions are on-going, as of September 30, 2011, we provisionally reclassified CHF 9,745 million from free reserves (contributed surplus) to legal reserves (reserves from capital contributions) on our Swiss statutory balance sheet to conform to the presentation requirements of the Swiss tax law as currently interpreted by the Swiss tax authorities. We may, in the future and depending upon the outcome of our discussions and any related appeals, reverse the classification. The current classification may negatively impact our ability to repurchase our shares in future years. As of September 30, 2011, Swiss Contributed Surplus was $8,940 million (equivalent to CHF 9,745 million).

        Under Swiss law, subject to certain conditions, distributions to shareholders made in the form of a reduction of registered share capital or from reserves from capital contributions (equivalent to Swiss Contributed Surplus) are exempt from Swiss withholding tax. See "Contributed Surplus" for additional information regarding our ability to make distributions free from withholding tax from contributed surplus. Distributions or dividends on our shares must be approved by our shareholders.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

18. Equity (Continued)

        In March 2011, our shareholders approved a dividend payment to shareholders of CHF 0.68 (equivalent to $0.72) per share out of contributed surplus, payable in four equal quarterly installments beginning in the third quarter of fiscal 2011 through the second quarter of fiscal 2012 to shareholders of record on specified dates in each of the four quarters. We paid the third installment of the dividend at a rate of $0.18 per share during the quarter ended December 30, 2011.

        Upon approval by the shareholders of a dividend payment or cash distribution in the form of a capital reduction, we record a liability with a corresponding charge to contributed surplus or common shares. The unpaid portion of the dividend payment approved in March 2011 was recorded in accrued and other current liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets and totaled $77 million and $153 million at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, respectively.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we did not purchase any of our common shares under our share repurchase authorization. During the first quarter of fiscal 2011, we purchased approximately 1.4 million of our common shares for $45 million. At December 30, 2011, we had $1,501 million of availability remaining under our share repurchase authorization.

19. Comprehensive Income

        Comprehensive income consisted of the following:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Net income

  $ 262   $ 266  

Currency translation(1)

    (173 )   (29 )

Gain (loss) on cash flow hedges, net of income taxes

    (15 )   11  

Effects of unrecognized pension and postretirement benefit costs, net of income taxes

    10     12  
           

    84     260  

Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests

    (2 )   (1 )
           

Comprehensive income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd. 

  $ 82   $ 259  
           

(1)
Includes hedges of net investment foreign exchange gains or losses which offset foreign exchange gains or losses attributable to the translation of the net investments.

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20. Share Plans

        Total share-based compensation costs were $18 million and $22 million during the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively. Share-based compensation costs were primarily presented in selling, general, and administrative expenses on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

        Pursuant to the acquisition of ADC, we exchanged unexercised ADC share options and stock appreciation rights for our share options and stock appreciation right awards. As a result of that exchange, we recognized $2 million of incremental share-based compensation expense during the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Those costs, which are included in the total share-based compensation expense above, are presented in acquisition and integration costs on the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.

        As of December 30, 2011, we had 6 million shares available for issuance under the TE Connectivity Ltd. 2007 Stock and Incentive Plan, as amended and restated, and 4 million shares available for issuance under ADC equity incentive plans.

        A summary of restricted share award activity during the quarter ended December 30, 2011 is presented below:

 
  Shares   Weighted-Average
Grant-Date Fair Value
 

Non-vested at September 30, 2011

    5,022,839   $ 26.48  

Granted

    1,636,896     34.55  

Vested

    (1,494,867 )   23.70  

Forfeited

    (189,966 )   24.54  
           

Non-vested at December 30, 2011

    4,974,902   $ 30.04  
           

        As of December 30, 2011, there was $122 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested restricted share awards. The cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.3 years.

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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

20. Share Plans (Continued)

        A summary of share option award activity during the quarter ended December 30, 2011 is presented below:

 
  Shares   Weighted-Average
Exercise Price
  Weighted-Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term
  Aggregate
Intrinsic Value
 
 
   
   
  (in years)
  (in millions)
 

Outstanding at September 30, 2011

    21,920,451   $ 31.94              

Granted

    3,337,500     34.52              

Exercised

    (517,661 )   22.69              

Expired

    (710,342 )   53.12              

Forfeited

    (180,618 )   25.76              
                         

Outstanding at December 30, 2011

    23,849,330   $ 31.92     5.9   $ 77  
                         

Vested and non-vested expected to vest at December 30, 2011

    23,105,635   $ 31.97     5.9   $ 75  

Exercisable at December 30, 2011

    15,636,232   $ 32.93     4.3   $ 52  

        As of December 30, 2011, there was $59 million of unrecognized compensation cost related to non-vested share options granted under our share option plans. The cost is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of 2.3 years.

        The weighted-average grant-date fair value of options granted during the quarter ended December 30, 2011 and the weighted-average assumptions we used in the Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model for the quarter then ended were as follows:

Weighted-average grant-date fair value

  $ 9.50  

Assumptions:

       

Expected share price volatility

    36 %

Risk free interest rate

    1.3 %

Expected annual dividend per share

  $ 0.84  

Expected life of options (in years)

    6.0  

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21. Segment Data

        Net sales and operating income by segment were as follows:

 
  Net Sales(1)   Operating Income  
 
  For the Quarters Ended   For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 1,405   $ 1,311   $ 223   $ 189  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    1,075     1,223     76     181  

Network Solutions

    829     666     79     30  
                   

Total

  $ 3,309   $ 3,200   $ 378   $ 400  
                   

(1)
Intersegment sales were not material and were recorded at selling prices that approximate market prices.

        Segment assets and a reconciliation of segment assets to total assets were as follows:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 3,139   $ 3,187  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    2,212     2,379  

Network Solutions

    1,898     1,961  
           

Total segment assets(1)

    7,249     7,527  

Other current assets

    2,418     2,268  

Other non-current assets

    7,856     7,928  
           

Total assets

  $ 17,523   $ 17,723  
           

(1)
Segment assets are comprised of accounts receivable, inventories, and property, plant, and equipment.

22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A.

        TEGSA, a Luxembourg company and our 100%-owned subsidiary, is a holding company that owns, directly or indirectly, all of our operating subsidiaries. TEGSA is the obligor under our senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facilities, which are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by its parent, TE Connectivity Ltd. The following tables present condensed consolidating financial information for TE Connectivity Ltd., TEGSA, and all other subsidiaries that are not providing a guarantee of debt but which represent assets of TEGSA, using the equity method of accounting.

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22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Net sales

  $   $   $ 3,309   $   $ 3,309  

Cost of sales

            2,326         2,326  
                       

Gross margin

            983         983  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    16     1     381         398  

Research, development, and engineering expenses

            184         184  

Acquisition costs

        2     2         4  

Restructuring and other charges, net

            19         19  
                       

Operating income (loss)

    (16 )   (3 )   397         378  

Interest income

            5         5  

Interest expense

        (37 )   (1 )       (38 )

Other income, net

            1         1  

Equity in net income of subsidiaries

    270     294         (564 )    

Equity in net income of subsidiaries of discontinued operations

    8     8         (16 )      

Intercompany interest and fees

    (2 )   16     (14 )        
                       

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

    260     278     388     (580 )   346  

Income tax expense

            (92 )       (92 )
                       

Income from continuing operations

    260     278     296     (580 )   254  

Income from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

            8         8  
                       

Net income

    260     278     304     (580 )   262  

Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

            (2 )       (2 )
                       

Net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd., Tyco Electronics Group S.A., or Other Subsidiaries

  $ 260   $ 278   $ 302   $ (580 ) $ 260  
                       

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22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

 


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Net sales

  $   $   $ 3,200   $   $ 3,200  

Cost of sales

            2,179         2,179  
                       

Gross margin

            1,021         1,021  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    43     1     358         402  

Research, development, and engineering expenses

            163         163  

Acquisition and integration costs

    2         15         17  

Restructuring and other charges, net

            39         39  
                       

Operating income (loss)

    (45 )   (1 )   446         400  

Interest income

            5         5  

Interest expense

        (33 )   (2 )       (35 )

Other income, net

            12         12  

Equity in net income of subsidiaries

    318     328         (646 )    

Equity in net loss of subsidiaries of discontinued operations

    (3 )   (3 )       6      

Intercompany interest and fees

    (5 )   24     (19 )        
                       

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

    265     315     442     (640 )   382  

Income tax expense

            (113 )       (113 )
                       

Income from continuing operations

    265     315     329     (640 )   269  

Loss from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

            (3 )       (3 )
                       

Net income

    265     315     326     (640 )   266  

Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interests

            (1 )       (1 )
                       

Net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd., Tyco Electronics Group, S.A., or Other Subsidiaries

  $ 265   $ 315   $ 325   $ (640 ) $ 265  
                       

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22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)



CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET (UNAUDITED)
As of December 30, 2011

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Assets

                               

Current Assets:

                               

Cash and cash equivalents

  $   $   $ 1,390   $   $ 1,390  

Accounts receivable, net

    2         2,239         2,241  

Inventories

            1,918         1,918  

Intercompany receivables

    24         31     (55 )    

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    1     6     618         625  

Deferred income taxes

            403         403  
                       

Total current assets

    27     6     6,599     (55 )   6,577  

Property, plant, and equipment, net

            3,090         3,090  

Goodwill

            3,569         3,569  

Intangible assets, net

            638         638  

Deferred income taxes

            2,322         2,322  

Investment in subsidiaries

    7,676     13,379         (21,055 )    

Intercompany loans receivable

    9     2,297     5,305     (7,611 )    

Receivable from Tyco International Ltd. and Covidien plc

            1,068         1,068  

Other assets

        33     226         259  
                       

Total Assets

  $ 7,712   $ 15,715   $ 22,817   $ (28,721 ) $ 17,523  
                       

Liabilities and Equity

                               

Current Liabilities:

                               

Current maturities of long-term debt

  $   $ 895   $ 1   $   $ 896  

Accounts payable

    2         1,391         1,393  

Accrued and other current liabilities

    81     67     1,286         1,434  

Deferred revenue

            97         97  

Intercompany payables

    31         24     (55 )    
                       

Total current liabilities

    114     962     2,799     (55 )   3,820  

Long-term debt

        1,779     171         1,950  

Intercompany loans payable

    8     5,298     2,305     (7,611 )    

Long-term pension and postretirement liabilities

            1,174         1,174  

Deferred income taxes

            333         333  

Income taxes

            2,139         2,139  

Other liabilities

            517         517  
                       

Total Liabilities

    122     8,039     9,438     (7,666 )   9,933  
                       

Total Equity

    7,590     7,676     13,379     (21,055 )   7,590  
                       

Total Liabilities and Equity

  $ 7,712   $ 15,715   $ 22,817   $ (28,721 ) $ 17,523  
                       

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)



CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING BALANCE SHEET (UNAUDITED)
As of September 30, 2011

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Assets

                               

Current Assets:

                               

Cash and cash equivalents

  $   $   $ 1,219   $   $ 1,219  

Accounts receivable, net

    2         2,423         2,425  

Inventories

            1,939         1,939  

Intercompany receivables

    17         28     (45 )    

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

    2     4     640         646  

Deferred income taxes

            403         403  
                       

Total current assets

    21     4     6,652     (45 )   6,632  

Property, plant, and equipment, net

            3,163         3,163  

Goodwill

            3,586         3,586  

Intangible assets, net

            655         655  

Deferred income taxes

            2,365         2,365  

Investment in subsidiaries

    7,687     13,650         (21,337 )    

Intercompany loans receivable

        2,416     5,848     (8,264 )    

Receivable from Tyco International Ltd. and Covidien plc

            1,066         1,066  

Other assets

        34     222         256  
                       

Total Assets

  $ 7,708   $ 16,104   $ 23,557   $ (29,646 ) $ 17,723  
                       

Liabilities and Equity

                               

Current Liabilities:

                               

Current maturities of long-term debt

  $   $   $ 1   $   $ 1  

Accounts payable

    1         1,482         1,483  

Accrued and other current liabilities

    180     88     1,504         1,772  

Deferred revenue

            145         145  

Intercompany payables

    28         17     (45 )    
                       

Total current liabilities

    209     88     3,149     (45 )   3,401  

Long-term debt

        2,496     172         2,668  

Intercompany loans payable

    15     5,833     2,416     (8,264 )    

Long-term pension and postretirement liabilities

            1,204         1,204  

Deferred income taxes

            333         333  

Income taxes

            2,122         2,122  

Other liabilities

            511         511  
                       

Total Liabilities

    224     8,417     9,907     (8,309 )   10,239  
                       

Total Equity

    7,484     7,687     13,650     (21,337 )   7,484  
                       

Total Liabilities and Equity

  $ 7,708   $ 16,104   $ 23,557   $ (29,646 ) $ 17,723  
                       

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)

 


CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Cash Flows From Operating Activities:

                               

Net cash provided by (used in) continuing operating activities

  $ (23 ) $ (45 ) $ 278   $   $ 210  

Net cash used in discontinued operating activities

            (3 )       (3 )
                       

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

    (23 )   (45 )   275         207  
                       

Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                               

Capital expenditures

            (130 )       (130 )

Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment

            5         5  

Change in intercompany loans

    (16 )   (416 )       432      

Other

            (1 )       (1 )
                       

Net cash used in investing activities

    (16 )   (416 )   (126 )   432     (126 )
                       

Cash Flows From Financing Activities:

                               

Changes in parent company equity(1)

    135     284     (419 )        

Increase in commercial paper

        179             179  

Proceeds from exercise of share options

            12         12  

Repurchase of common shares

    (17 )               (17 )

Payment of common share dividends

    (79 )       2         (77 )

Loan borrowing with parent

            432     (432 )    

Other

        (2 )   (5 )       (7 )
                       

Net cash provided by continuing financing activities

    39     461     22     (432 )   90  

Net cash provided by discontinued financing activities

            3         3  
                       

Net cash provided by financing activities

    39     461     25     (432 )   93  
                       

Effect of currency translation on cash

            (3 )       (3 )

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents

            171         171  

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

            1,219         1,219  
                       

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

  $   $   $ 1,390   $   $ 1,390  
                       

(1)
Changes in parent company equity includes cash flows related to certain intercompany equity and funding transactions, and other intercompany activity.

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TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED

FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (UNAUDITED) (Continued)

22. Tyco Electronics Group S.A. (Continued)



CONDENSED CONSOLIDATING STATEMENT OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
For the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010

 
  TE
Connectivity
Ltd.
  Tyco
Electronics
Group S.A.
  Other
Subsidiaries
  Consolidating
Adjustments
  Total  
 
  (in millions)
 

Cash Flows From Operating Activities:

                               

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

  $ (50 ) $ (41 ) $ 245   $   $ 154  
                       

Cash Flows From Investing Activities:

                               

Capital expenditures

            (117 )       (117 )

Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment

            8         8  

Proceeds from sale of short-term investments

            37         37  

Acquisition of business, net of cash acquired

            (717 )       (717 )

Change in intercompany loans

        1,177         (1,177 )    

Other

            (4 )       (4 )
                       

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities

        1,177     (793 )   (1,177 )   (793 )
                       

Cash Flows From Financing Activities:

                               

Changes in parent company equity(1)

    169     (1,285 )   1,116          

Decrease in commercial paper

        (100 )           (100 )

Proceeds from long-term debt

        249             249  

Proceeds from exercise of share options

            24         24  

Repurchase of common shares

    (45 )               (45 )

Payment of cash distributions to shareholders

    (74 )       3         (71 )

Loan borrowing with parent

            (1,177 )   1,177      

Other

            (4 )       (4 )
                       

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

    50     (1,136 )   (38 )   1,177     53  
                       

Effect of currency translation on cash

            3         3  

Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents

            (583 )       (583 )

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

            1,990         1,990  
                       

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

  $   $   $ 1,407   $   $ 1,407  
                       

(1)
Changes in parent company equity includes cash flows related to certain intercompany equity and funding transactions, and other intercompany activity.

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ITEM 2.    MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

        The following discussion and analysis of our financial condition and results of operations should be read in conjunction with our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements and the accompanying notes included elsewhere in this Quarterly Report. The following discussion may contain forward-looking statements that reflect our plans, estimates, and beliefs. Our actual results could differ materially from those discussed in these forward-looking statements as a result of many factors, including but not limited to those under the heading "Forward-Looking Information" and "Part II. Item 1A. Risk Factors."

        Our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements have been prepared in United States Dollars, in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America ("GAAP").

        Organic net sales growth and free cash flow are non-GAAP financial measures which are discussed in Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations. We believe these non-GAAP financial measures, together with GAAP financial measures, provide useful information to investors because they reflect the financial measures that management uses in evaluating the underlying results of our operations. See "Non-GAAP Financial Measures" for more information about these non-GAAP financial measures, including our reasons for including the measures and material limitations with respect to the usefulness of the measures.

Overview

        TE Connectivity Ltd. ("TE Connectivity" or the "Company", which may be referred to as "we," "us," or "our") is a global company that designs and manufactures approximately 500,000 products that connect and protect the flow of power and data inside millions of products used by consumers and industries. We partner with customers in a broad array of industries from consumer electronics, energy, and healthcare to automotive, aerospace, and communication networks. We operate through three reportable segments: Transportation Solutions, Communications and Industrial Solutions, and Network Solutions.

        Our business and operating results have been and will continue to be affected by worldwide economic conditions. Our sales are dependent on certain industry end markets that are impacted by consumer as well as industrial and infrastructure spending, and our operating results can be affected by changes in demand in those markets. Overall, our net sales increased 3.4% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011. We experienced moderate growth in our sales into consumer based markets, as growth in the automotive end market in our Transportation Solutions segment was largely offset by declines within the consumer devices and appliance end markets in our Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. Also, in industrial and infrastructure based markets, our sales growth was primarily attributable to the acquisition of ADC Telecommunications, Inc. ("ADC") in December 2010. ADC contributed incremental sales of $185 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011.

        Net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 are expected to be between $3.3 billion and $3.4 billion, reflecting a decrease in net sales in the Communications and Industrial Solutions and Network Solutions segments, partially offset by growth in the Transportation Solutions segment, with growth in both the automotive and aerospace, defense, and marine end markets, as compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2011. We expect the automotive end market to benefit from an anticipated increase of 2% in global automotive production as compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2011. During the second quarter of fiscal 2012, we expect the Communications and Industrial Solutions segment will continue to be adversely impacted by weak spending in the data communications and industrial end markets as well as inventory corrections in the supply chain. We expect the Network Solutions segment to be negatively impacted by slower spending by North American telecommunication

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carriers and lower levels of project activity in the subsea communications end market in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011. In the second quarter of fiscal 2012, we expect diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $0.57 to $0.61 per share.

        For fiscal 2012, we expect net sales to be between $13.8 billion and $14.2 billion. In the Transportation Solutions segment, we expect the automotive end market to benefit from an anticipated increase in global automotive production of approximately 3% over fiscal 2011 levels. In the Communications and Industrial Solutions segment, we expect improvements in the second half of the fiscal year as compared to the first half of the fiscal year as a result of normal seasonal increases and the completion of inventory corrections in the supply chain. In the Network Solutions segment, we expect improvements in the second half of the fiscal year as compared to the first half of the fiscal year as a result of seasonal increases in the telecommunications and energy end markets. We expect diluted earnings per share to be in the range of $2.70 to $2.90 per share for fiscal 2012.

        The above outlook assumes current foreign exchange and commodity rates and does not include results related to the anticipated acquisition of Deutsch Group SAS.

        We are monitoring the current environment and its potential effects on our customers and on the end markets we serve. Additionally, we continue to closely manage our costs in order to respond to changing conditions. We are also managing our capital resources and monitoring capital availability to ensure that we have sufficient resources to fund our future capital needs. (See further discussion in "Liquidity and Capital Resources.")

        On December 14, 2011, we entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement (the "SPA") to acquire Deutsch Group SAS ("Deutsch"), a global leader in high-performance connectors for harsh environments, from Deutsch's current shareholders (the "Sellers"). Pursuant to the SPA, we have agreed to pay the Sellers consideration of €1.15 billion (or approximately $1.49 billion using a December 30, 2011 exchange rate of $1.29 per €1.00), which will not be subject to an adjustment based on Deutsch's performance prior to closing and will accrue interest at a per annum rate of 5.5% after February 28, 2012 if the transaction has not closed prior to that date. The total value of the transaction amounts to €1.55 billion (approximately $2.0 billion using an exchange rate of $1.29 per €1.00), which includes Deutsch's debt to be repaid at closing.

        The transaction is expected to close by the end of the third quarter of fiscal 2012. The close of the transaction is subject to customary regulatory conditions including foreign investments approval by the French Ministry of Economy and Finance, approval of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the U.S. and antitrust clearances. The transaction terms also include termination rights, including a termination fee of €50 million payable to the Sellers by us if the transaction does not close.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations included $4 million of acquisition costs related to acquiring Deutsch.

        We plan to continue to simplify our global manufacturing footprint by migrating facilities from higher-cost to lower-cost countries, consolidating within countries, and transferring product lines to lower-cost countries. These initiatives are designed to help us maintain our competitiveness in the industry, improve our operating leverage, and position us for profitability growth in the years ahead.

        In connection with our manufacturing simplification plan and in response to economic conditions, we incurred restructuring charges of approximately $19 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2012 and expect to incur restructuring charges of approximately $90 million during fiscal 2012. In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, cash spending related to restructuring was $42 million. We expect total spending, which will be funded with cash from operations, to be approximately $175 million in fiscal 2012. Annualized cost savings related to these actions are expected to be approximately $145 million. Cost savings will be reflected primarily in cost of sales and selling, general, and administrative expenses.

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Results of Operations

Consolidated Operations

        Key business factors that influenced our results of operations during the periods discussed in this report include:

 
   
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  Measure   December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Copper

  Lb.   $ 3.91   $ 3.72  

Gold

  Troy oz.   $ 1,491   $ 1,272  

Silver

  Troy oz.   $ 33.68   $ 24.02  

U.S. Dollar

    46 %

Euro

    27  

Japanese Yen

    9  

Chinese Renminbi

    6  

Korean Won

    3  

Brazilian Real

    2  

British Pound Sterling

    2  

All others

    5  
       

Total

    100 %
       

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        The following table sets forth certain items from our Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations and the percentage of net sales that such items represent for the periods shown.

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Net sales

  $ 3,309     100.0 % $ 3,200     100.0 %

Cost of sales

    2,326     70.3     2,179     68.1  
                       

Gross margin

    983     29.7     1,021     31.9  

Selling, general, and administrative expenses

    398     12.0     402     12.6  

Research, development, and engineering expenses

    184     5.6     163     5.1  

Acquisition and integration costs

    4     0.1     17     0.5  

Restructuring and other charges, net

    19     0.6     39     1.2  
                       

Operating income

    378     11.4     400     12.5  

Interest income

    5     0.2     5     0.2  

Interest expense

    (38 )   (1.1 )   (35 )   (1.1 )

Other income, net

    1         12     0.4  
                       

Income from continuing operations before income taxes

    346     10.5     382     11.9  

Income tax expense

    (92 )   (2.8 )   (113 )   (3.5 )
                       

Income from continuing operations

    254     7.7     269     8.4  

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes

    8     0.2     (3 )   (0.1 )
                       

Net income

    262     7.9     266     8.3  

Less: net income attributable noncontrolling interests

    (2 )   (0.1 )   (1 )    
                       

Net income attributable to TE Connectivity Ltd

  $ 260     7.9 % $ 265     8.3 %
                       

        Net Sales.    Net sales increased $109 million, or 3.4%, to $3,309 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $3,200 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. The increase was primarily a result of the acquisition of ADC in the first quarter of fiscal 2011, which contributed net sales of $236 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to $51 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011, and increased net sales of $94 million in the automotive and aerospace, defense, and marine end markets. These increases were partially offset by lower net sales in our Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. Foreign currency exchange rates positively affected net sales by $7 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011. On an organic basis, net sales decreased $83 million, or 2.6%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011. See further discussion of organic net sales below under Results of Operations by Segment.

        The following table sets forth the percentage of our total net sales by geographic region:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Asia-Pacific

    35 %   35 %

Europe/Middle East/Africa (EMEA)

    33     36  

Americas

    32     29  
           

Total

    100 %   100 %
           

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        The following table provides an analysis of the change in our net sales by geographic region:

 
  Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011
versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010
 
 
  Organic(1)   Translation(2)   Acquisition   Total  
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Asia-Pacific

  $ (27 )   (2.4 )% $ 29   $ 29   $ 31     2.8 %

EMEA

    (78 )   (6.8 )   (11 )   30     (59 )   (5.1 )

Americas

    22     2.4     (11 )   126     137     14.7  
                           

Total

  $ (83 )   (2.6 )% $ 7   $ 185   $ 109     3.4 %
                           

(1)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from volume and price changes, before consideration of acquisitions, divestitures, and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(2)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

        The following table sets forth the percentage of our total net sales by segment:

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Transportation Solutions

    42 %   41 %

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    33     38  

Network Solutions

    25     21  
           

Total

    100 %   100 %
           

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in our net sales by segment:

 
  Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011
versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010
 
 
  Organic(1)   Translation(2)   Acquisition   Total  
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 90     6.8 % $ 4   $   $ 94     7.2 %

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    (157 )   (12.9 )   9         (148 )   (12.1 )

Network Solutions

    (16 )   (2.6 )   (6 )   185     163     24.5  
                           

Total

  $ (83 )   (2.6 )% $ 7   $ 185   $ 109     3.4 %
                           

(1)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from volume and price changes, before consideration of acquisitions, divestitures, and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(2)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

        Gross Margin.    Gross margin decreased $38 million to $983 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $1,021 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Gross margin as a percentage of net sales decreased to 29.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from 31.9% in the same period of fiscal 2011. The decrease in gross margin was due to the unfavorable impacts of decreased volume and increased material costs, partially offset by the gross margin on incremental ADC sales and improved manufacturing productivity.

        Selling, General, and Administrative Expenses.    Selling, general, and administrative expenses decreased $4 million to $398 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $402 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Selling, general, and administrative expenses as a percentage of net sales were 12.0% and 12.6% in the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively.

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        Research, Development, and Engineering Expenses.    Research, development, and engineering expenses increased to $184 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $163 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011 as a result of our continued focus on developing future technologies within our businesses.

        Acquisition and Integration Costs.    In connection with the anticipated acquisition of Deutsch, we incurred acquisition costs of $4 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2012. During the first quarter of fiscal 2011, we incurred acquisition and integration costs of $17 million in connection with the acquisition of ADC.

        Restructuring and Other Charges, Net.    Net restructuring and other charges were $19 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to $39 million in the same period of fiscal 2011. Fiscal 2012 actions were primarily associated with headcount reductions in the Communications and Industrial Solutions segment. Fiscal 2011 actions were primarily associated with the acquisition of ADC and related headcount reductions in the Network Solutions segment. See Note 3 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further information regarding net restructuring and other charges.

        Operating Income.    Operating income was $378 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to $400 million in the same period of fiscal 2011. As discussed above, results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included net restructuring and other charges of $19 million and acquisition costs of $4 million. Results for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 included net restructuring and other charges of $39 million, acquisition and integration costs of $17 million, and charges of $7 million associated with the amortization of acquisition accounting-related fair value adjustments related to acquired inventories and customer order backlog. Excluding these items, the decrease in operating income resulted from the unfavorable impacts of decreased volume and increased material costs, partially offset by improved manufacturing productivity.

Non-Operating Items

        We recorded net other income of $1 million and $12 million in the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively, primarily consisting of income pursuant to the Tax Sharing Agreement with Tyco International and Covidien.

        We recorded a tax provision of $92 million, for an effective income tax rate of 26.6%, and a tax provision of $113 million, for an effective income tax rate of 29.6%, for the quarters ended December 30, 2011 and December 24, 2010, respectively. The effective income tax rate for the quarter ended December 30, 2011 reflects tax benefits recognized in connection with expected increased profitability in fiscal 2012 in certain entities operating in lower tax rate jurisdictions. These benefits were partially offset by accruals of interest related to uncertain tax positions and income tax expense associated with certain non-U.S. tax rate changes enacted in the quarter. The effective income tax rate for the quarter ended December 24, 2010 reflects tax benefits recognized in connection with expected increased profitability in fiscal 2011 in certain entities operating in lower tax rate jurisdictions. These benefits were partially offset by accruals of interest related to uncertain tax positions and the impacts of acquisition and integration costs and restructuring charges related to the acquisition of ADC for which a tax benefit was not recognized.

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        Income from discontinued operations was $8 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012. In the first quarter of fiscal 2011, loss from discontinued operations was $3 million.

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we recorded a $21 million partial recovery of a prior loss, net of legal fees, to pre-tax income from discontinued operations in connection with a favorable judgment related to our former Wireless Systems business's State of New York contract. See Note 11 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding the State of New York contract. Pre-tax income from discontinued operations in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 also included a $5 million charge related to an unfavorable judgment associated with a holdback of purchase price of a previously acquired business which was subsequently divested in connection with the sale of our Radio Frequency Components and Subsystem business in fiscal 2008.

        See Note 5 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding discontinued operations.

Results of Operations by Segment

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Net sales

  $ 1,405   $ 1,311  

Operating income

  $ 223   $ 189  

Operating margin

    15.9 %   14.4 %

        The following table sets forth Transportation Solutions' percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market(1):

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Automotive

    88 %   88 %

Aerospace, Defense, and Marine

    12     12  
           

Total

    100 %   100 %
           

(1)
Industry end market information about net sales is presented consistently with our internal management reporting and may be periodically revised as management deems necessary.

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in Transportation Solutions' net sales by primary industry end market:

 
  Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011
versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010
 
 
  Organic(1)   Translation(2)   Total  
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Automotive

  $ 76     6.5 % $ 4   $ 80     6.9 %

Aerospace, Defense, and Marine

    14     9.1         14     8.9  
                       

Total

  $ 90     6.8 % $ 4   $ 94     7.2 %
                       

(1)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from volume and price changes, before consideration of acquisitions, divestitures, and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(2)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

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        Transportation Solutions' net sales increased $94 million, or 7.2%, to $1,405 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $1,311 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Organic net sales increased by $90 million, or 6.8%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011 due primarily to an increase of $76 million in the automotive end market. The strengthening of certain foreign currencies positively affected net sales by $4 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011.

        In the automotive end market, our organic net sales increased 6.5% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011. The increase resulted from growth in the Asia-Pacific region of 14.1% and in the Americas region of 11.5%, partially offset by a decrease in EMEA of 1.1%. This growth was driven by higher automotive production and increased content per vehicle. In the aerospace, defense, and marine end markets, our organic net sales increased 9.1% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period in fiscal 2011 primarily as a result of growth in commercial aviation due to increased production and, in the marine market, as a result of increased oil and gas exploration driven by increasing crude oil prices.

        Transportation Solutions' operating income increased $34 million to $223 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $189 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included $4 million of acquisition costs related to the anticipated acquisition of Deutsch. Segment results included $4 million of net credits and $1 million of net charges to restructuring and other charges (credits) in the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively. Excluding these items, the increase in operating income resulted primarily from the favorable impacts of increased volume and pricing actions.

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Net sales

  $ 1,075   $ 1,223  

Operating income

  $ 76   $ 181  

Operating margin

    7.1 %   14.8 %

        The following table sets forth Communications and Industrial Solutions' percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market(1):

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Industrial

    29 %   30 %

Consumer Devices

    26     26  

Data Communications

    20     21  

Appliance

    15     16  

Touch Solutions

    10     7  
           

Total

    100 %   100 %
           

(1)
Industry end market information about net sales is presented consistently with our internal management reporting and may be periodically revised as management deems necessary.

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        The following table provides an analysis of the change in Communications and Industrial Solutions' net sales by primary industry end market:

 
  Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011
versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010
 
 
  Organic(1)   Translation(2)   Total  
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Industrial

  $ (55 )   (15.1 )% $ 2   $ (53 )   (14.4 )%

Consumer Devices

    (37 )   (11.6 )   4     (33 )   (10.4 )

Data Communications

    (52 )   (19.7 )   2     (50 )   (19.1 )

Appliance

    (28 )   (15.0 )       (28 )   (14.6 )

Touch Solutions

    15     17.7     1     16     18.8  
                       

Total

  $ (157 )   (12.9 )% $ 9   $ (148 )   (12.1 )%
                       

(1)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from volume and price changes, before consideration of acquisitions, divestitures, and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(2)
Represents the percentage change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

        Communications and Industrial Solutions' net sales decreased $148 million, or 12.1%, to $1,075 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $1,223 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Organic net sales decreased $157 million, or 12.9%, during the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011. The strengthening of certain foreign currencies positively affected net sales by $9 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011.

        In the industrial end market, our organic net sales decreased 15.1% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011 primarily as a result of inventory corrections in the supply chain and market weakness, particularly in the EMEA and Asia-Pacific regions. In the consumer devices end market, our organic net sales decreased 11.6% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011 due to weaker demand in the mobile phone market driven by our platform position, as well as softness in the personal computer market. In the data communications end market, our organic net sales decreased 19.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from the same period of fiscal 2011 due to market softness and inventory reductions in the supply chain. In the appliance end market, our organic net sales decreased 15.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011 primarily as a result of weakness in the Asia-Pacific and EMEA regions, resulting from lower demand and inventory reductions in the supply chain. In the touch solutions end market, our organic net sales increased 17.7% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011 as a result of increased sales in the medical and retail markets, particularly in the Americas region.

        Communications and Industrial Solutions' operating income decreased $105 million to $76 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $181 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Segment results included restructuring and other charges of $17 million and $3 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively. Excluding these items, the decrease in operating income resulted from the unfavorable impacts of decreased volume, increased materials cost, price erosion, and unfavorable product mix.

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  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Net sales

  $ 829   $ 666  

Operating income

  $ 79   $ 30  

Operating margin

    9.5 %   4.5 %

        The following table sets forth Network Solutions' percentage of total net sales by primary industry end market(1):

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 

Telecom Networks

    40 %   29 %

Energy

    24     31  

Enterprise Networks

    20     19  

Subsea Communications

    16     21  
           

Total

    100 %   100 %
           

(1)
Industry end market information about net sales is presented consistently with our internal management reporting and may be periodically revised as management deems necessary.

        The following table provides an analysis of the change in Network Solutions' net sales by primary industry end market:

 
  Change in Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 30, 2011 versus Net Sales for the Quarter Ended December 24, 2010  
 
  Organic(1)   Translation(2)   Acquisition   Total  
 
  ($ in millions)
 

Telecom Networks

  $ (2 )   (1.1 )% $ (2 ) $ 148   $ 144     75.0 %

Energy

    (8 )   (4.0 )   (1 )       (9 )   (4.4 )

Enterprise Networks

    6     4.9     (3 )   37     40     31.7  

Subsea Communications

    (12 )   (8.5 )           (12 )   (8.4 )
                           

Total

  $ (16 )   (2.6 )% $ (6 ) $ 185   $ 163     24.5 %
                           

(1)
Represents the change in net sales resulting from volume and price changes, before consideration of acquisitions, divestitures, and the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

(2)
Represents the percentage change in net sales resulting from changes in foreign currency exchange rates.

        Network Solutions' net sales increased $163 million, or 24.5%, to $829 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $666 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Organic net sales decreased $16 million, or 2.6%, in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from the same period of fiscal 2011. The weakening of certain foreign currencies negatively affected net sales by $6 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011. ADC, which was acquired on December 8, 2010, contributed net sales of $236 million and $51 million, in the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively.

        In the telecom networks end market, our organic net sales decreased 1.1% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011 largely due to decreased capital investments by major carriers in the telecommunications industry, particularly in the EMEA and North America

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regions. In the energy end market, our organic net sales decreased 4.0% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the first quarter of fiscal 2011 primarily as a result of softness in the EMEA region, partially offset by growth in the Americas region. In the enterprise networks end market, our organic sales increased 4.9% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from fiscal 2011 levels due to continued data center investments, particularly in the Asia-Pacific and EMEA regions. The subsea communications end market's organic net sales decreased 8.5% in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to the same period of fiscal 2011 due to lower levels of project activity. We expect net sales in the second quarter of fiscal 2012 in the subsea communications end market to be similar to first quarter fiscal 2012 levels.

        Network Solutions' operating income increased $49 million to $79 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $30 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2012 included $6 million of restructuring charges. Segment results for the first quarter of fiscal 2011 included $59 million of charges related to the acquisition of ADC, including $35 million of restructuring charges, $10 million of integration costs, $7 million of acquisition costs, and $7 million of charges associated with the amortization of acquisition accounting-related fair value adjustments related to acquired inventories and customer order backlog. Excluding these items, the decrease in operating income was attributable to the unfavorable impacts of decreased volume and price erosion, largely offset by improved manufacturing productivity and cost benefits realized with synergies associated with the integration of ADC.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

        Our ability to fund our future capital needs will be affected by our ability to continue to generate cash from operations and may be affected by our ability to access the capital markets, money markets, or other sources of funding, as well as the capacity and terms of our financing arrangements. We believe that cash generated from operations and, to the extent necessary, these other sources of potential funding will be sufficient to meet our anticipated capital needs for the foreseeable future, including the payment of our 6.00% senior notes due in October 2012. We may use excess cash to reduce our outstanding debt, including through the possible repurchase of our debt in accordance with applicable law, to purchase a portion of our common shares pursuant to our authorized share repurchase program, to pay distributions or dividends on our common shares, or to acquire strategic businesses or product lines. We intend to fund the acquisition of Deutsch, including the Deutsch debt to be repaid at closing, with approximately $1.0 billion of our cash and cash equivalents and approximately $1.0 billion of funds from any combination of the issuance of registered or unregistered notes, the issuance of commercial paper, and, if necessary, borrowing under our existing credit facilities. The cost or availability of future funding may be impacted by financial market conditions. We will continue to monitor financial markets, to respond as necessary to changing conditions.

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, net cash provided by continuing operating activities increased $56 million to $210 million from $154 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. The increase resulted primarily from improved working capital partially offset by higher income taxes paid and the impact of moderately lower income levels. The amount of income taxes paid, net of refunds, was $53 million and $8 million during the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively.

        We expect to make net cash payments related to pre-separation tax matters of approximately $70 million over the next twelve months. These amounts include payments in which we are the primary obligor to the taxing authorities and for which we expect a portion to be reimbursed by Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement as well as indemnification payments to Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement for tax matters where they are the

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primary obligor to the taxing authorities. See Note 11 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information related to pre-separation tax matters.

        In addition to net cash provided by operating activities, we use free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure, as a useful measure of our cash generation which is free from any significant existing obligation. Free cash flow was $85 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 as compared to $45 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. The increase in free cash flow in fiscal 2012 as compared to fiscal 2011 was primarily driven by increases in cash provided by operating activities partially offset by an increase in capital expenditures. The following table sets forth a reconciliation of net cash provided by continuing operating activities, the most comparable GAAP financial measure, to free cash flow.

 
  For the Quarters Ended  
 
  December 30,
2011
  December 24,
2010
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Net cash provided by continuing operating activities

  $ 210   $ 154  

Capital expenditures

    (130 )   (117 )

Proceeds from sale of property, plant, and equipment

    5     8  
           

Free cash flow

  $ 85   $ 45  
           

        We continue to fund capital expenditures to support new programs and to invest in machinery and our manufacturing facilities to further enhance productivity and manufacturing capabilities. Capital spending increased $13 million to $130 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2012 from $117 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011. We expect fiscal 2012 capital spending levels to be approximately 4% to 5% of net sales.

        In the first quarter of fiscal 2011, we acquired ADC for a total purchase price of approximately $1,263 million in cash (excluding cash acquired of $546 million) and $22 million of other non-cash consideration. Short-term investments acquired in connection with the acquisition of ADC were sold for proceeds of $37 million in the first quarter of fiscal 2011.

        Total debt at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011 was $2,846 million and $2,669 million, respectively. See Note 9 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information regarding debt.

        In December 2011, Tyco Electronics Group S.A. ("TEGSA"), our wholly-owned subsidiary, entered into a 364-day credit agreement ("364-Day Credit Facility") with total commitments of $700 million. Under the terms of the agreement, the commitments will be reduced upon certain events, including the incurrence of certain types of debt, certain equity issuances, and certain dispositions. TEGSA had no borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Facility at December 30, 2011.

        Borrowings under the 364-Day Credit Facility will bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at the option of TEGSA, (1) the London interbank offered rate ("LIBOR") plus an applicable margin based upon the senior, unsecured, long-term debt rating of TEGSA, or (2) an alternate base rate equal to the highest of (i) JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. New York branch's prime rate, (ii) the federal funds effective rate plus 1/2 of 1%, and (iii) one-month LIBOR plus 1%, plus, in each case, an applicable margin based upon the senior, unsecured, long-term debt rating of TEGSA. TEGSA is required to pay an annual facility fee ranging from 10.0 to 22.5 basis points based upon the amount of the lenders' commitments under the 364-Day Credit Facility and the applicable credit ratings of TEGSA.

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        In June 2011, TEGSA entered into a five-year unsecured senior revolving credit facility ("Five-Year Credit Facility"), with total commitments of $1,500 million. TEGSA had no borrowings under the Five-Year Credit Facility at December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011.

        The 364-Day Credit Facility and the Five-Year Credit Facility (together, the "Credit Facilities") contain financial ratio covenants providing that if, as of the last day of each fiscal quarter, our ratio of Consolidated Total Debt (as defined in the Credit Facilities) to Consolidated EBITDA (as defined in the Credit Facilities) for the then most recently concluded period of four consecutive fiscal quarters exceeds 3.5 to 1.0, an Event of Default (as defined in the Credit Facilities) is triggered. The Credit Facilities and our other debt agreements contain other customary covenants. None of our covenants are presently considered restrictive to our operations. As of December 30, 2011, we were in compliance with all of our debt covenants and believe that we will continue to be in compliance with our existing covenants for the foreseeable future.

        TEGSA's payment obligations under its senior notes, commercial paper, and Credit Facilities are fully and unconditionally guaranteed by TE Connectivity Ltd. Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its subsidiaries provides a guarantee as to payment obligations under the 3.50% convertible subordinated notes due 2015 and other notes issued by ADC prior to its acquisition in December 2010.

        Payment of common share dividends and cash distributions to shareholders were $77 million and $71 million in the first quarters of fiscal 2012 and 2011, respectively. In March 2011, our shareholders approved a dividend payment to shareholders of 0.68 Swiss Francs ("CHF") (equivalent to $0.72) per share out of contributed surplus, payable in four equal quarterly installments beginning in the third quarter of fiscal 2011 through the second quarter of fiscal 2012 to shareholders of record on specified dates in each of the four quarters. We paid the third installment of the dividend at a rate of $0.18 per share during the quarter ended December 30, 2011.

        In September 2011, our board of directors approved a recommendation to shareholders to increase the quarterly dividend 17%, from $0.18 to $0.21 per share, for the four fiscal quarters beginning with the third quarter of fiscal 2012. This recommendation is in the form of a cash distribution through a capital reduction in the par value of our common shares. This recommendation will be presented for shareholder approval at our annual general meeting of shareholders in March 2012.

        Contributed surplus originally established during the Change of Domicile for Swiss tax and statutory purposes ("Swiss Contributed Surplus"), subject to certain conditions, is a freely distributable reserve.

        Upon our implementation of Swiss tax law regarding the classification of Swiss Contributed Surplus for Swiss tax and statutory purposes, distributions to shareholders from Swiss Contributed Surplus will be free from withholding tax. We are in discussions with Swiss tax authorities regarding certain administrative aspects of the law related to the classification of Swiss Contributed Surplus for tax and statutory reporting purposes. Should we not be successful in our discussions, we may need to formally enter into an appeal process in order to gain a favorable ruling. While these discussions are on-going, as of September 30, 2011, we provisionally reclassified CHF 9,745 million from free reserves (contributed surplus) to legal reserves (reserves from capital contributions) on our Swiss statutory balance sheet to conform to the presentation requirements of the Swiss tax law as currently interpreted by the Swiss tax authorities. We may, in the future and depending upon the outcome of our discussions and any related appeals, reverse the classification. The current classification may negatively impact our ability to repurchase our shares in future years. See Note 18 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we did not purchase any of our common shares under our share repurchase authorization. During the first quarter of fiscal 2011, we purchased approximately 1.4 million of our common shares for $45 million. At December 30, 2011, we had $1,501 million of availability remaining under our share repurchase authorization.

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Backlog

        At December 30, 2011, we had a backlog of unfilled orders of $2,865 million compared to a backlog of $2,961 million at September 30, 2011. Backlog by reportable segment was as follows:

 
  December 30,
2011
  September 30,
2011
 
 
  (in millions)
 

Transportation Solutions

  $ 1,101   $ 1,041  

Communications and Industrial Solutions

    1,077     1,140  

Network Solutions

    687     780  
           

Total

  $ 2,865   $ 2,961  
           


Commitments and Contingencies

Income Tax Matters

        In prior years, in connection with the Internal Revenue Service ("IRS") audit of various fiscal years, Tyco International submitted to the IRS proposed adjustments to prior period U.S. federal income tax returns resulting in a reduction in the taxable income previously filed. The IRS accepted substantially all of the proposed adjustments for fiscal 1997 through 2000 for which the IRS had completed its field work. On the basis of previously accepted amendments, we have determined that acceptance of adjustments presented for additional periods through fiscal 2006 is more likely than not to be accepted and, accordingly, have recorded them, as well as the impacts of the adjustments accepted by the IRS, on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

        As our tax return positions continue to be updated for periods prior to separation, additional adjustments may be identified and recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements. While the final adjustments cannot be determined until the income tax return amendment process is completed and accepted by the IRS, we believe that any resulting adjustments will not have a material impact on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows. Additionally, adjustments may be recorded to equity in the future for the impact of filing final or amended income tax returns in certain jurisdictions where those returns include a combination of Tyco International, Covidien, and/or our subsidiaries for the periods prior to the separation.

        During fiscal 2007, the IRS concluded its field examination of certain of Tyco International's U.S. federal income tax returns for the years 1997 through 2000 and issued Revenue Agent Reports which reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 1997 through 2000 period. Tyco International has appealed certain proposed adjustments totaling approximately $1 billion. Additionally, the IRS proposed civil fraud penalties against Tyco International arising from alleged actions of former executives in connection with certain intercompany transfers of stock in 1998 and 1999. Based upon statutory guidelines, Tyco International estimates the proposed penalties could range between $30 million and $50 million. The penalty is asserted against a prior subsidiary of Tyco International that was distributed to us in connection with the separation. Any penalty ultimately imposed upon our subsidiary would be subject to sharing with Tyco International and Covidien under the Tax Sharing Agreement. It is our understanding that Tyco International continues to make progress towards resolving a substantial number of proposed tax adjustments for the years 1997 through 2000; however, several significant matters remain in dispute. The remaining issues in dispute involve the tax treatment of certain intercompany debt transactions. Tyco International has indicated that it is unlikely to achieve the resolution of these contested adjustments through the IRS appeals process, and therefore may be required to litigate the disputed issues. For those issues not remaining in dispute, it is likely that Tyco International will settle with the IRS and pay any related deficiencies within the next twelve months.

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Over the next twelve months, we expect to pay approximately $70 million, inclusive of related indemnification payments, in connection with pre-separation tax matters.

        During fiscal 2011, the IRS completed its field examination of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2001 through 2004, issued Revenue Agent Reports which reflect the IRS' determination of proposed tax adjustments for the 2001 through 2004 period, and issued certain notices of deficiency. In connection with the completion of fieldwork and the settlement of certain tax matters, we made net cash payments of $154 million related to pre-separation deficiencies in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2011.

        The IRS commenced its audit of certain Tyco International income tax returns for the years 2005 through 2007 in fiscal 2011.

        During the first quarter of fiscal 2012, the IRS indicated that it would begin the audit of our income tax returns for the years 2008 through 2010 in fiscal 2012.

        At December 30, 2011 and September 30, 2011, we have reflected $218 million and $232 million, respectively, of income tax liabilities related to the audits of Tyco International's and our income tax returns in accrued and other current liabilities as certain of these matters could be resolved within the next twelve months.

        We continue to believe that the amounts recorded on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements relating to the matters discussed above are appropriate. However, the ultimate resolution is uncertain and could result in a material impact to our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

Legal Matters

        In the ordinary course of business, we are subject to various legal proceedings and claims, including patent infringement claims, product liability matters, employment disputes, disputes on agreements, other commercial disputes, environmental matters, antitrust claims, and tax matters, including non-income tax matters such as value added tax, sales and use tax, real estate tax, and transfer tax. Management believes that these legal proceedings and claims likely will be resolved over an extended period of time. Although it is not feasible to predict the outcome of these proceedings, based upon our experience, current information, and applicable law, we do not expect that the outcome of these proceedings, either individually or in the aggregate, will have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows. See Note 11 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for further information regarding legal proceedings.

Matters Related to Our Former Wireless Systems Business

        Certain liabilities and contingencies related to our former Wireless Systems business were retained by us when this business was sold in fiscal 2009. These include certain retained liabilities related to the State of New York contract and a contingent purchase price commitment related to the acquisition of Com-Net by the Wireless Systems business in 2001. See additional information below.

        In September 2005, we were awarded a twenty-year lease contract with the State of New York (the "State") to construct, operate, and maintain a statewide wireless communications network for use by state and municipal first responders. In August 2008, we were served by the State with a default notice related to the first regional network, pursuant to the contract. In January 2009, the State notified us that, in the State's opinion, we had not fully remediated issues cited by the State and it had determined that we were in default of the contract and that it had exercised its right to terminate the contract. The State contended that it had the right under the contract to recoup costs incurred by the State in

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conjunction with the implementation of the network, and as a result of this contention, in January 2009, the State drew down $50 million against an irrevocable standby letter of credit funded by us.

        In February 2009, we filed a claim in the New York Court of Claims, seeking over $100 million in damages, and alleging a number of causes of action, including breach of contract, unjust enrichment, defamation, conversion, breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, the imposition of a constructive trust, and seeking a declaration that the State terminated the contract "for convenience." In September 2009, the Court granted the State's motion to dismiss all counts of the complaint, with the exception of the breach of contract claim and a claim for breach of warranty in connection with the State's drawdown on the $50 million letter of credit. In November 2009, the State filed an answer to the complaint and counterclaim asserting breach of contract and alleging that the State has incurred damages in excess of $275 million. We moved to dismiss the counterclaim in February 2010, and in June 2010 the Court denied our motion. We filed our answer to the State's counterclaim in July 2010. On December 27, 2011, the Court of Claims entered judgment in our favor in the amount of $25 million, payment of which is expected to be made in the third quarter of fiscal 2012. The Court also dismissed the State's counterclaim against us with prejudice. The Court's judgment resolves all outstanding issues between the parties in this matter. The $25 million judgment is reflected in income from discontinued operations on the Condensed Consolidated Statement of Operations for the quarter ended December 30, 2011.

        At December 30, 2011, we had a contingent purchase price commitment of $80 million related to our fiscal 2001 acquisition of Com-Net. This represents the maximum amount payable to the former shareholders of Com-Net only after the construction and installation of a communications system for the State of Florida was completed and approved by the State of Florida in accordance with guidelines set forth in the contract. Under the terms of the purchase and sale agreement, we do not believe we have any obligation to the sellers. However, the sellers have contested our position and initiated a lawsuit in June 2006 in the Court of Common Pleas in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, which is in the discovery phase. A liability for this contingency has not been recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements as we do not believe that any payment is probable or reasonably estimable at this time.


Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements

        Certain of our segments have guaranteed the performance of third parties and provided financial guarantees for uncompleted work and financial commitments. The terms of these guarantees vary with end dates ranging from fiscal 2012 through the completion of such transactions. The guarantees would be triggered in the event of nonperformance, and the potential exposure for nonperformance under the guarantees would not have a material effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        In disposing of assets or businesses, we often provide representations, warranties, and/or indemnities to cover various risks including unknown damage to assets, environmental risks involved in the sale of real estate, liability for investigation and remediation of environmental contamination at waste disposal sites and manufacturing facilities, and unidentified tax liabilities and legal fees related to periods prior to disposition. We have no reason to believe that these uncertainties would have a material adverse effect on our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        At December 30, 2011, we had outstanding letters of credit and letters of guarantee in the amount of $425 million.

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        We have recorded liabilities for known indemnifications included as part of environmental liabilities. See Note 11 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for a discussion of these liabilities.

        In the normal course of business, we are liable for contract completion and product performance. In the opinion of management, such obligations will not significantly affect our results of operations, financial position, or cash flows.

        Pursuant to the Separation and Distribution Agreement and Tax Sharing Agreement, upon separation, we entered into certain guarantee commitments and indemnifications with Tyco International and Covidien. Under these agreements, principally the Tax Sharing Agreement, we, Tyco International, and Covidien share 31%, 27%, and 42%, respectively, of certain contingent liabilities relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters of Tyco International. The effect of the Tax Sharing Agreement is to indemnify us for 69% of certain liabilities settled in cash by us with respect to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. Pursuant to that indemnification, we have made similar indemnifications to Tyco International and Covidien with respect to 31% of certain liabilities settled in cash by the companies relating to unresolved pre-separation tax matters. If any of the companies responsible for all or a portion of such liabilities were to default in its payment of costs or expenses related to any such liability, we would be responsible for a portion of the defaulting party or parties' obligation. These arrangements have been valued upon our separation from Tyco International in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification ("ASC") 460, Guarantees, and, accordingly, liabilities amounting to $250 million were recorded on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet at December 30, 2011. See Notes 10 and 11 to the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements for additional information.


Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates

        The preparation of the Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements in conformity with GAAP requires management to use judgment in making estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities, and the reported amounts of revenue and expenses.

        Our accounting policies for revenue recognition, goodwill and other intangible assets, income taxes, pension and postretirement benefits, share-based compensation, and acquisitions are based on, among other things, judgments and assumptions made by management. During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, there were no significant changes to these policies or to the underlying accounting assumptions and estimates used in these policies from those disclosed in the Consolidated Financial Statements and accompanying notes contained in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011.


Accounting Pronouncements

        In December 2011 and June 2011, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") issued updates to guidance in ASC 220, Comprehensive Income, that change the presentation and disclosure requirements of comprehensive income in interim and annual financial statements. These updates to ASC 220 are effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2013 with early adoption permitted. Adoption is not expected to have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

        In December 2011, the FASB issued an update to guidance in ASC 210, Balance Sheet, that enhances the disclosure requirements related to offsetting assets and liabilities. This update to ASC 210 is effective for us in the first quarter of fiscal 2014. Adoption is not expected to have a material impact on our Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements.

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Non-GAAP Financial Measures

        Organic net sales growth is a non-GAAP financial measure. The difference between reported net sales growth (the most comparable GAAP measure) and organic net sales growth (the non-GAAP measure) consists of the impact from foreign currency exchange rates, acquisitions, divestitures, and an additional week in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year for fiscal years which are 53 weeks in length. Organic net sales growth is a useful measure of the underlying results and trends in our business. It excludes items that are not completely under management's control, such as the impact of changes in foreign currency exchange rates, and items that do not reflect the underlying growth of the company, such as acquisition and divestiture activity and the impact of an additional week in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year for fiscal years which are 53 weeks in length.

        We believe organic net sales growth provides useful information to investors because it reflects the underlying growth from the ongoing activities of our business. Furthermore, it provides investors with a view of our operations from management's perspective. We use organic net sales growth to monitor and evaluate performance, as it is an important measure of the underlying results of our operations. Management uses organic net sales growth together with GAAP measures such as net sales growth and operating income in its decision making processes related to the operations of our reporting segments and our overall company. We believe that investors benefit from having access to the same financial measures that management uses in evaluating operations. The discussion and analysis of organic net sales growth in Results of Operations above utilizes organic net sales growth as management does internally. Because organic net sales growth calculations may vary among other companies, organic net sales growth amounts presented above may not be comparable with similarly titled measures of other companies. Organic net sales growth is a non-GAAP financial measure that is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for GAAP measures. The primary limitation of this measure is that it excludes items that have an impact on our net sales. This limitation is best addressed by evaluating organic net sales growth in combination with our GAAP net sales. The tables presented in Results of Operations above provide reconciliations of organic net sales growth to net sales growth calculated under GAAP.

        Free cash flow is a non-GAAP financial measure. The difference between net cash provided by continuing operating activities (the most comparable GAAP measure) and free cash flow (the non-GAAP measure) consists mainly of significant cash outflows and inflows that we believe are useful to identify. Free cash flow is a useful measure of our cash generation which is free from any significant existing obligation. It also is a significant component in our incentive compensation plans. Free cash flow permits management and investors to gain insight into the amount that management employs to measure cash that is free from any significant existing obligation.

        Free cash flow excludes net capital expenditures, voluntary pension contributions, and the cash impact of special items. Net capital expenditures are subtracted because they represent long-term commitments. Voluntary pension contributions are subtracted from the GAAP measure because this activity is driven by economic financing decisions rather than operating activity. Certain special items, including net payments related to pre-separation tax matters, are also considered by management in evaluating free cash flow. We believe investors should also consider these items in evaluating our free cash flow.

        Free cash flow as presented herein may not be comparable to similarly-titled measures reported by other companies. The primary limitation of this measure is that it excludes items that have an impact on our GAAP cash flow. Also, it subtracts certain cash items that are ultimately within management's and the board of directors' discretion to direct and may imply that there is less or more cash available

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for our programs than the most comparable GAAP measure indicates. This limitation is best addressed by using free cash flow in combination with the GAAP cash flow results.

        The tables presented in Liquidity and Capital Resources above provide reconciliations of free cash flow to cash flows from continuing operating activities calculated under GAAP.


Forward-Looking Information

        Certain statements in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on our management's beliefs and assumptions and on information currently available to our management. Forward-looking statements include, among others, the information concerning our possible or assumed future results of operations, business strategies, financing plans, competitive position, potential growth opportunities, potential operating performance improvements, acquisitions, the effects of competition, and the effects of future legislation or regulations. Forward-looking statements include all statements that are not historical facts and can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as the words "believe," "expect," "plan," "intend," "anticipate," "estimate," "predict," "potential," "continue," "may," "should," or the negative of these terms or similar expressions.

        Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed in these forward-looking statements. You should not put undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. We do not have any intention or obligation to update forward-looking statements after we file this report except as required by law.

        The following and other risks, which are described in greater detail in "Part II. Item 1A. Risk Factors" of this report and "Part I. Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011, could also cause our results to differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements:

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        There may be other risks and uncertainties that we are unable to predict at this time or that we currently do not expect to have a material adverse effect on our business.

ITEM 3.    QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK

        There have been no significant changes in our exposures to market risk during the first three months of fiscal 2012, except for the items discussed below. For further discussion of our exposures to market risk, refer to "Part II. Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011.

Foreign Currency Exposures

        As part of managing the exposure to changes in foreign currency exchange rates, we utilize foreign currency forward and swap contracts, a portion of which are designated as cash flow hedges. The objective of these contracts is to minimize impacts to cash flows and profitability due to changes in foreign currency exchange rates on intercompany transactions, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other cash transactions. In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, in connection with the planned acquisition of Deutsch, a transaction that is expected to be denominated in Euros, we have employed foreign currency forward contracts to manage variability between the Euro and U.S. Dollar and to accumulate Euros for the purpose of the acquisition. A 10% appreciation of the underlying currency in a foreign currency forward or swap contract from the December 30, 2011 market rates would have decreased the unrealized value of our forward contracts by $99 million, while a 10% depreciation would have increased the unrealized value by $99 million. A 10% appreciation of the underlying currency in a foreign currency forward or swap contract from the September 30, 2011 market rates would have decreased the unrealized value of our forward contracts by $20 million, while a 10% depreciation would have increased the unrealized value by $20 million. Such gains or losses on contracts not associated with the planned acquisition of Deutsch would be generally offset by the gains or losses on the revaluation or settlement of the underlying transactions, or, for contracts associated with the planned acquisition of Deutsch, such gains or losses would be generally offset by gains or losses on the revaluation of intercompany non-derivative financial instruments.

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ITEM 4.    CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES

Evaluation of Disclosure Controls and Procedures

        Our management, with the participation of our chief executive officer and chief financial officer, evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rule 13a-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the "Exchange Act")), as of December 30, 2011. Based on that evaluation, our chief executive officer and chief financial officer concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of December 30, 2011.

Changes in Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

        During the quarter ended December 30, 2011, there were no changes in our internal control over financial reporting that have materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.

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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

ITEM 1.    LEGAL PROCEEDINGS

        There have been no material developments in our legal proceedings since we filed our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011, except the development described under "Part I. Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations—Commitments and Contingencies—Matters Related to Our Former Wireless Systems Business—State of New York Contract" of this report. For a description of our previously reported legal proceedings, refer to "Part I. Item 3. Legal Proceedings" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011.

ITEM 1A.    RISK FACTORS

        There have been no material changes in our risk factors from those disclosed in "Part I. Item 1A. Risk Factors" in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011 except as otherwise described below. The risk factors disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K, in addition to other information set forth below and in this report, could materially affect our business operations, financial condition, or liquidity. Additional risks and uncertainties not currently known to us or that we currently believe are immaterial also may impair our business operations, financial condition, and liquidity.

        We recently announced our entry into a sale and purchase agreement to acquire Deutsch. Risks associated with the acquisition of Deutsch include the risk that the acquisition may not be consummated, the risk that regulatory approval that may be required for the acquisition is not obtained or is obtained subject to conditions that are not anticipated, the risk that Deutsch's operations will not be integrated successfully into ours, and the risk that revenue opportunities, cost savings, and other anticipated synergies from the acquisition may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected, the occurrence of which could adversely affect our results of operations, financial position, and cash flows.

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ITEM 2.    UNREGISTERED SALES OF EQUITY SECURITIES AND USE OF PROCEEDS

Recent Sales of Unregistered Securities

        None.

Issuer Purchases of Equity Securities

        The following table presents information about our purchases of our common shares during the quarter ended December 30, 2011:

Period
  Total Number
of Shares
Purchased(1)
  Average
Price
Paid Per
Share
  Total Number of
Shares Purchased
as Part of
Publicly Announced
Plans or
Programs(2)
  Maximum
Approximate
Dollar Value of
Shares that May
Yet Be Purchased
Under the Plans
or Programs(2)
 

October 1- October 28, 2011

    2,729   $ 29.61       $ 1,500,631,148  

October 29 - December 2, 2011

    187,256     34.16         1,500,631,148  

December 3 - December 30, 2011

                1,500,631,148  
                     

Total

    189,985   $ 34.09            
                     

(1)
This column includes the acquisition of 189,985 common shares from individuals in order to satisfy tax withholding requirements in connection with the vesting of restricted share awards issued under equity compensation plans during the quarter ended December 30, 2011.

(2)
Our share repurchase program authorizes us to purchase a portion of our outstanding common shares from time to time through open market or private transactions, depending on business and market conditions. The share repurchase program does not have an expiration date.

ITEM 3.   DEFAULTS UPON SENIOR SECURITIES

        None.

ITEM 4.    RESERVED

ITEM 5.    OTHER INFORMATION

        None.

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ITEM 6.    EXHIBITS

Exhibit Number   Exhibit
  10.1   Sale and Purchase Agreement among TE Connectivity Ltd. and the Sellers named therein with respect to Deutsch Group SAS, dated as of December 14, 2011*
  10.2   364-Day Credit Agreement among Tyco Electronics Group S.A., as borrower, TE Connectivity Ltd., as guarantor, the lenders parties thereto and JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A., as administrative agent, dated as of December 20, 2011 (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10.1 to TE Connectivity Ltd.'s Current Report on Form 8-K, filed December 21, 2011)
  31.1   Certification by the Chief Executive Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002*
  31.2   Certification by the Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 302 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002*
  32.1   Certification by the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer pursuant to Section 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002**
  101   Financial statements from the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q of TE Connectivity Ltd. for the quarterly period ended December 30, 2011, filed on January 27, 2012, formatted in XBRL: (i) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations, (ii) the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets, (iii) the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows, and (iv) the Notes to Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements*

*
Filed herewith

**
Furnished herewith

        Neither TE Connectivity Ltd. nor any of its consolidated subsidiaries has outstanding any instrument with respect to its long-term debt, other than those filed as an exhibit to TE Connectivity Ltd.'s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2011 or to this Quarterly Report, under which the total amount of securities authorized exceeds 10% of the total assets of TE Connectivity Ltd. and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis. TE Connectivity Ltd. hereby agrees to furnish to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, upon request, a copy of each instrument that defines the rights of holders of such long-term debt that is not filed or incorporated by reference as an exhibit to our annual and quarterly reports.

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SIGNATURES

        Pursuant 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.

    TE CONNECTIVITY LTD.

 

 

By:

 

/s/ TERRENCE R. CURTIN

Terrence R. Curtin
Executive Vice President and
Chief Financial Officer
(Duly Authorized Officer and
Principal Financial Officer)

Date: January 27, 2012

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