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As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 2, 2002
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 20-F
(Mark one)
[ ] REGISTRATION STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 12(b)
OR (g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2001
OR
[ x ] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2001
OR
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
Commission file number 2-20193
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
(Exact name of Registrant as specified in charter)
THE NETHERLANDS
(Jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)
BREITNER CENTER, AMSTELPLEIN 2, 1096 BC AMSTERDAM, THE NETHERLANDS
(Address of principal executive office)
Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of each class Name of each exchange on which registered
COMMON SHARES - PAR VALUE NEW YORK STOCK EXCHANGE
EURO (EUR) 0.20 PER SHARE
Securities registered or to be registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
NONE
Securities for which there is a reporting obligation pursuant to
Section 15(d) of the Act:
COMMON SHARES - PAR VALUE EURO (EUR) 0.20 PER SHARE
(Title of class)
Indicate the number of outstanding shares of each of the issuer's classes of
capital or common stock as of the close of the period covered by the annual
report:
Class Outstanding at December 31, 2001
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
Priority Shares par value EUR 500 per share 10 shares
Common Shares par value EUR 0.20 per share 1,274,172,443 shares
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) has filed all reports required
to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during
the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was
required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days.
Yes X No
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Indicate by check mark which financial statement item the registrant has elected
to follow.
Item 17 Item 18 X
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Name and address of person authorized to receive notices and communications from
the Securities and Exchange Commission:
JOHN O'CONNOR
SULLIVAN & CROMWELL
1 NEW FETTER LANE
LONDON EC4A 1AN, UNITED KINGDOM
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page
INTRODUCTION
PART I
Item 1. Identity of directors, senior management and advisors 3
Item 2. Offer statistics and expected timetable 3
Item 3. Key information 4
Item 4. Information on the company 9
Item 5. Operating and financial review and prospects 19
Item 6. Directors, senior management and employees 23
Item 7. Major shareholders and related party transactions 27
Item 8. Financial information 27
Item 9. The offer and listing 28
Item 10. Additional information 28
Item 11. Quantitative and qualitative disclosures about market risk 30
Item 12. Description of securities other than equity securities 30
PART II
Item 13. Defaults, dividend arrearages and delinquencies 30
Item 14. Material modifications to the rights of security holders
and use of proceeds 30
Item 15. Reserved 30
Item 16. Reserved 30
PART III
Item 17. Financial statements 31
Item 18. Financial statements 31
Item 19. Exhibits 32
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In this report amounts are expressed in euros ("euros" or "EUR") or in US
dollars ("dollars", "US $" or "$").
Introduction
In order to utilize the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the United States Private
Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Philips is providing the following
cautionary statement. This document contains certain forward-looking statements
with respect to the financial condition, results of operations and business of
Philips and certain of the plans and objectives of Philips with respect to these
items. In particular, among other statements, certain statements in Item 3 "Key
Information-Risk factors" and Item 4 "Information on the Company" with regard to
management objectives, market trends, market standing, product volumes and
business risks, the statements in Item 8 "Financial Information" relating to
legal proceedings, the statements in Item 5 "Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects" with regard to Management's current expectations for the short term
under the heading "Outlook" and with regard to trends in results of operations,
margins, overall market trends, risk management, exchange rates and statements
in Item 11 "Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risks"
relating to risk caused by derivative positions, interest rate fluctuations and
other financial exposure are forward-looking in nature. Forward-looking
statements can be identified generally as those containing words such as
"anticipates", "assumes", "believes", "estimates", "expects", "should", "will",
"will likely result", "forecast", "outlook", "projects" or similar expressions.
By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainty because
they relate to events and depend on circumstances that will occur in the future.
There are a number of factors that could cause actual results and developments
to differ materially from those expressed or implied by these forward-looking
statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, levels of consumer
and business spending in major economies, changes in consumer tastes and
preferences, the levels of marketing and promotional expenditures by Philips and
its competitors, raw materials and employee costs, changes in future exchange
and interest rates (in particular, changes in the euro and the US dollar),
changes in tax rates and future business combinations, acquisitions or
dispositions and the rate of technological changes.
Market share estimates contained in this report are based on outside sources
such as specialized research institutes, industry and dealer panels, in
combination with management estimates based on publicly reported information
about competitors. References to leading means in terms of sales unless
otherwise indicated.
Since 1999, Philips' consolidated financial statements have been reported in
euros. Previously presented financial statements denominated in Dutch guilders
have been translated into euros using the irrevocably fixed conversion rate
applicable since January 1, 1999 for all periods presented (EUR 1 = NLG
2.20371). Management believes that the data redenominated to euros reflects the
same trends as previously reported. Philips' financial data may not be
comparable to other companies that also report in euros if those other companies
previously reported in a currency other than the Dutch guilder.
Specific portions of Philips' Annual Report 2001 to Shareholders are
incorporated by reference in this report on Form 20-F to the extent noted
herein. Philips' Annual Report for 2001 comprises two separate booklets entitled
"Management Report" and "Financial Statements and Analysis". Philips' first
Quarterly Report 2002 is also incorporated herein by reference in this report on
Form 20-F. Philips' Annual Report is attached hereto as Exhibit 10(b) (1).
Philips' first Quarterly Report is attached hereto as Exhibit 10(b) (2).
Item 1. Identity of directors, senior management and advisors
Not applicable.
Item 2. Offer statistics and expected timetable
Not applicable.
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Item 3. Key information
Selected financial data
I. IN ACCORDANCE WITH DUTCH GAAP
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millions, except per share data and ratio data
2001 (a) 2001 (b) 2000 (b) 1999 (b) 1998 1997 *
US $ EUR EUR EUR EUR EUR
INCOME STATEMENT DATA:
28,553 Sales 32,339 37,862 31,459 30,459 29,658
(1,210) Income (loss) from operations (1,371) 4,281 1,751 685 1,714
(808) Financial income and expenses-net (915) 1,988 32 (312) (319)
(2,299) Income (loss) from continuing operations (2,604) 9,602 1,804 541 1,231
- Extraordinary (expenses) income - net - - (5) 458 1,108
Income from discontinued operations
- (less applicable income taxes) - - - 5,054 263
(2,299) Net income (loss) (2,604) 9,602 1,799 6,053 2,602
Weighted average number of common shares
1,278,077 outstanding (in thousands) 1,278,077 1,312,859 1,378,041 1,440,224 1,397,590
BASIC EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE: (C)
(1.80) Income (loss) from continuing operations (2.04) 7.31 1.31 0.38 0.88
(1.80) Net income (loss) (2.04) 7.31 1.31 4.20 1.86
Weighted average number of common shares
1,286,544 outstanding on a diluted basis (in
thousands) 1,286,544 1,326,538 1,389,226 1,452,076 1,425,368
DILUTED EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE: (c) (d)
(1.80) Income (loss) from continuing operations (2.04) 7.24 1.30 0.37 0.86
(1.80) Net income (loss) (2.04) 7.24 1.30 4.17 1.83
BALANCE SHEET DATA:
(420) Working capital (476) 555 1,124 1,170 1,900
33,952 Total assets 38,454 38,541 29,784 28,153 23,322
1,122 Short-term debt 1,271 1,743 577 801 821
5,823 Long-term debt 6,595 2,284 2,737 2,786 3,209
1,286 Short-term provisions (e) 1,456 969 1,056 966 938
2,017 Long-term provisions (e) 2,284 2,522 2,062 2,019 2,313
178 Minority interests 202 469 333 242 559
16,293 Stockholders' equity 18,453 21,736 14,757 14,560 9,154
232 Capital stock 263 263 339 1,672 1,655
CASH FLOW DATA:
1,102 Net cash provided by operating activities 1,248 2,996 1,913 2,140 3,210
(2,928) Cash flow before financing activities (3,316) 592 (1,921) 699 3,255
Net cash provided by (used for) financing
2,789 activities 3,159 (2,038) (2,606) (814) (2,661)
Cash provided by (used for) continuing
(139) operations (157) (1,446) (4,527) (115) 594
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2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 *
KEY RATIOS:
Income (loss) from operations:
as a % of sales (4.2) 11.3 5.6 2.2 5.8
as a % of net operating capital (RONA) (9.1) 35.7 17.5 6.5 16.4
Turnover rate of net operating capital 2.15 3.16 3.14 2.91 2.84
Inventories as a % of sales 13.3 13.9 14.5 14.0 15.2
Outstanding trade receivables (in months' sales) 1.5 1.5 1.4 1.3 1.3
Income (loss) from continuing operations:
as a % of stockholders' equity (ROE) (12.8) 53.5 12.6 5.1 15.9
Net debt to group equity ratio 27:73 12:88 6:94 (f) 21:79
DEFINITIONS:
Working capital : current assets excluding cash and cash equivalents and
securities less current liabilities
Net operating capital : intangible assets (excluding goodwill unconsolidated
companies), property, plant and equipment, non-current
receivables and current assets excluding cash and cash
equivalents, securities and deferred tax positions,
after deduction of provisions and other liabilities
RONA : income from operations as a % of average net operating
capital
ROE : income from continuing operations as a % of average
stockholders' equity
Net debt : long-term and short-term debt net of cash and cash
equivalents
Net debt: group
equity ratio : the % distribution of net debt over group equity plus
net debt
Average number of
outstanding shares : weighted average number of outstanding common shares
based on monthly positions during the reporting year
(a) For the convenience of the reader, the euro amounts have been converted into
US dollars at the exchange rate used for balance sheet purposes at December
31, 2001 (US $ 1 = EUR 1.1326).
(b) Income from continuing operations in these years was impacted by a number of
special items. Excluding these items, the loss from continuing operations in
2001 totaled EUR 908 million (2000: income of EUR 2,831 million, 1999:
income of EUR 1,614 million) or a loss of EUR 0.71 per common share (2000:
profit of EUR 2.16, 1999: profit of EUR 1.17). Reference is made to page 4
("Income (loss) from continuing operations excluding special items") of the
2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis.
(c) Previously reported figures restated for 4-for-1 stock split in 2000.
(d) See Note 8 of "Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements" on page 70 of
the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis - incorporated
herein by reference for a discussion of net income (loss) per common share
on a diluted basis.
(e) Includes provision for pensions, severance payments, restructurings and
taxes among other items; see Note 17 of "Notes to the Consolidated Financial
Statements" on page 75 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and
Analysis - incorporated herein by reference.
(f) Not meaningful: net cash in 1998 exceeded the debt level.
* 1997 has been restated to reflect the sale of PolyGram N.V. in 1998 and to
present the Philips Group accounts on a continuing basis.
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II. AMOUNTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH US GAAP (a)
(See Note 27 of "Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements" on pages 92 through
94 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis - incorporated
herein by reference.)
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millions, except per share data
2001 (b) 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997
US $ EUR EUR EUR EUR EUR
INCOME STATEMENT DATA:
(2,185) Income (loss) from continuing operations (2,475) 9,577 1,595 1,025 2,500
Income from discontinued operations (less
- applicable income taxes) - - - 4,891 233
- Extraordinary (expenses) income - net - - (5) (16) (43)
Cumulative effect of a change in accounting
for - derivative instruments and hedging
activities - net - 85 - - -
(2,185) Net income (loss) in accordance with US GAAP (2,475) 9,662 1,590 5,900 2,690
BASIC EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE:
(1.71) Income (loss) from continuing operations (1.94) 7.30 1.16 0.71 1.79
(1.71) Net income (loss) (1.94) 7.36 1.15 4.10 1.93
DILUTED EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE:
(1.71) Income (loss) from continuing operations (1.94) 7.22 1.15 0.70 1.76
(1.71) Net income (loss) (1.94) 7.28 1.15 4.06 1.89
BALANCE SHEET DATA:
(445) Working capital (504) 549 826 1,170 1,900
34,612 Total assets 39,202 39,524 31,673 28,009 23,194
1,274 Short-term provisions 1,443 969 1,056 966 938
2,028 Long-term provisions 2,297 2,588 2,000 2,007 2,330
16,917 Stockholders' equity 19,160 22,707 16,708 14,456 9,220
(a) Under US GAAP, divestitures which cannot be regarded as discontinued
segments of businesses must be included in income from continuing
operations. Under Dutch GAAP, prior to 1999, certain material transactions
such as disposals of lines of activities, including closures of substantial
production facilities or substantial results from disposals of interests in
unconsolidated companies, were accounted for as extraordinary items, whereas
under US GAAP these would have been recorded in income from operations.
(b) For the convenience of the reader, the euro amounts have been converted into
US dollars at the exchange rate used for balance sheet purposes at December
31, 2001 (US $ 1 = EUR 1.1326).
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III. CASH DIVIDENDS AND DISTRIBUTIONS PAID PER COMMON SHARE
The following table sets forth in euros the gross dividends and cash
distributions paid on the Common Shares in the financial years indicated (from
prior-year profit distribution) and such amounts as converted into US dollars
and paid to holders of Shares of New York Registry:
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2001 2000 1999 1998 1997
o In EUR 0.36 0.30 0.25 0.23 0.18
o In US $ 0.32 0.29 0.27 0.24 0.21
The cash distribution in respect of 2001, approved by the General Meeting of
Shareholders on March 28, 2002, resulted in a total payment in the year 2002 of
EUR 459 million (EUR 0.36 per Common Share).
The dollar equivalent of this cash distribution paid to shareholders in the year
2002, was calculated at the euro/dollar rate of the official Amsterdam daily
fixing rate (transfer rate) on the date fixed and announced for that purpose by
the Company, being April 4, 2002. The dollar equivalents of the prior year
profit distributions paid to shareholders have been calculated at the
euro/dollar rate of the official Amsterdam daily fixing rate (transfer rate) on
the date fixed and announced for that purpose by the Company.
IV. EXCHANGE RATES US $ : EUR
The following two tables set forth, for the periods and dates indicated, certain
information concerning the exchange rate for US dollars into euros based on the
Noon Buying Rate in New York City for cable transfers in foreign currencies as
certified for customs purposes by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York (the
"Noon Buying Rate"). The years prior to 1999 have been converted into euros
using the irrevocably fixed conversion rate which became effective on January 1,
1999 (EUR 1 = NLG 2.20371):
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calendar period EUR per US $ 1
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period end average(1) high low
1997 0.9202 0.8887 0.9610 0.7850
1998 0.8517 0.8996 0.9479 0.8232
1999 0.9930 0.9455 0.9984 0.8466
2000 1.0652 1.0881 1.2092 0.9676
2001 1.1235 1.1234 1.1947 1.0488
2002 (through April 16) 1.1325 1.1496 1.1636 1.1073
(1) The average of the Noon Buying Rates on the last day of each month during
the period.
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highest lowest
rate rate
October 2001 1.1245 1.0892
November 2001 1.1403 1.1057
December 2001 1.1399 1.1057
January 2002 1.1636 1.1073
February 2002 1.1610 1.1392
March 2002 1.1558 1.1317
April 2002 (through April 16) 1.1429 1.1325
Philips publishes its financial statements in euros while a substantial portion
of its assets, earnings and sales are denominated in other currencies. Philips
conducts its business in more than 50 different currencies.
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Unless otherwise stated, for the convenience of the reader the translations of
euros into dollars appearing in this report have been made based on the balance
sheet rate on December 31, 2001 (US $ 1 = EUR 1.1326). This rate is not
materially different from the Noon Buying Rate on such date (US $ 1 = EUR
1.1235).
The following table sets out the exchange rate for US dollars into euros
applicable for translation of Philips' financial statements for the periods
specified.
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EUR per US $ 1
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period end average (a) high low
1997 0.9166 0.8849 0.9620 0.7850
1998 0.8576 0.8985 0.9484 0.8213
1999 0.9914 0.9392 0.9987 0.8460
2000 1.0740 1.0858 1.2089 0.9675
2001 1.1326 1.1215 1.1632 1.0828
(a) The average rates are the accumulated average rates based on daily
quotations.
Risk factors
The information on risk factors required by this Item is incorporated by
reference herein from pages 28 through 33 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial
Statements and Analysis ("Operating and Financial Review and Prospects").
It describes some of the risks that could affect Philips' businesses. In
addition to these risks, the rating of the Company's debt by major rating
services may be downgraded. As a result, the Company's borrowing capacity may be
negatively influenced and its financing costs may increase. The factors should
be considered in connection with any forward-looking statements in Philips' 20-F
Report and the cautionary statements contained in "Introduction" on page 3.
Forward-looking statements can be identified generally as those containing words
such as "anticipates", "assumes", "believes", "estimates", "expects", "should",
"will", "will likely result", "forecast", "outlook", "projects" or similar
expressions. From time to time, Philips may also provide oral or written
forward-looking statements in other materials Philips releases to the public.
The cautionary statements contained in "Introduction" are deemed to apply to
these statements.
The risks described are not the only ones that Philips faces. Some risks are not
yet known to Philips and some that Philips does not currently believe to be
material could later turn out to be material. All of these risks could
materially affect Philips' business, its revenues, operating income, net income,
net assets and liquidity and capital resources.
Philips is a global company, which means that it is affected by economic
developments in all regions of the world.
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Item 4. Information on the Company
The structure of the Philips group
The following information is important for understanding the structure of the
Philips group ("Philips" or the "Group"). Koninklijke Philips Electronics N.V.
(the "Company" or "Royal Philips Electronics") is the parent company of Philips.
Its shares are listed on the stock markets of Euronext Amsterdam, the New York
Stock Exchange, the London Stock Exchange and a number of other stock exchanges.
The Company was incorporated as a limited partnership with the name Philips & Co
under the laws of The Netherlands on May 15, 1891. This limited partnership was
converted to the limited liability company N.V. Philips' Gloeilampenfabrieken on
September 11, 1912. On May 6, 1994, the name was changed to Philips Electronics
N.V., and on April 1, 1998 the name was changed to Koninklijke Philips
Electronics N.V. The management of the Company is entrusted to the Board of
Management under the supervision of the Supervisory Board. The Group Management
Committee, consisting of the members of the Board of Management, chairmen of
product divisions and certain key officers, is the highest consultative body to
ensure that business issues and practices are shared across Philips and to
define and implement common policies. Members of the Board of Management and the
Supervisory Board are appointed by the Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on
the recommendation of the Supervisory Board and the Meeting of Priority
Shareholders. See Item 7: "Major Shareholders and Related Party Transactions".
The other members of the Group Management Committee are appointed by the
Supervisory Board. Since 1998, the Board of Management is located in Amsterdam,
The Netherlands.
The activities of the Philips group are organized in product divisions, which
are responsible for the worldwide business policy. Philips delivers products,
systems and services in the fields of lighting, consumer electronics, domestic
appliances and personal care, components, semiconductors and medical systems. At
the end of 2001, Philips has 160 production sites in 35 countries and sales and
service outlets in approximately 150 countries, employed about 189,000 people
and recorded sales of EUR 32 billion in 2001.
Since 1996, Philips has made significant progress in strategic refocusing of its
portfolio of businesses. It has reduced the number of businesses from 100 to
approximately 65 and the number of operating divisions from 12 to 9, bringing
more transparency, accountability and focus to its operations. At present,
Philips is focusing on strengthening its existing core businesses, through
selected acquisitions, and through disposal of businesses that are
underperforming or not essential from a strategic viewpoint.
On April 12, 2002, Philips announced that it had decided, in order to streamline
its organizational structure, to decrease the number of corporate regions from 7
to 4. As part of this process, the Netherlands region will be integrated in the
region `Europe, Middle East and Africa' (EMEA).
Royal Philips Electronics has its corporate seat in Eindhoven, The Netherlands
and is registered under number 17001910 at the Commercial Register of the
Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Eindhoven, The Netherlands. The executive
offices of the Company are located at the Breitner Center, Amstelplein 2, 1096
BC Amsterdam, The Netherlands, telephone 31 (0)20 59 77 777.
Business Overview
Since it started its activities in 1891, Philips has grown from a small
incandescent lamp factory to a widely diversified multinational group of
companies, engaged primarily in the manufacture and distribution of electronic
and electrical products, systems and equipment, as well as information
technology services.
For the last five years, Philips has been engaged in a continuing process of
reviewing its portfolio of businesses from a strategic and performance
perspective. When it started this process in the course of 1996, Philips'
portfolio comprised more than 100 businesses. At present, rather than acquiring
businesses in new areas, Philips is focusing on the strengthening of its
existing core activities, including the use of selected acquisitions, and the
disposal of activities that are under-performing and not essential from a
strategic viewpoint. These disposals include the sale of Philips' 75% equity
interest in PolyGram N.V. in 1998, the reduction of Philips' involvement in the
German consumer electronics company Grundig AG at the end of 1996, the formation
of a joint venture for mobile communications with Lucent Technologies in 1997
and the subsequent dissolution in 1998 after the incurrence of substantial
losses, the sale of Philips Car Systems in 1998, and the merger of Origin with
Atos in 2000 (for a further description see "Product Sectors and Principal
Products"). The portfolio of Philips Components has essentially been adjusted
by: the disposition of Philips' conventional (non-ceramic) Passive Components
business group in 1998, the divestment of the Advanced Ceramics & Modules and
General System Components business groups in 2000, the placement of large LCD
displays into a joint venture with LG Electronics of Korea in 1999 and the
merger of the maturing cathode-ray tube (CRT) activities with those of LG
Electronics of Korea in 2001.
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The Consumer Electronics (CE ) sector is changing rapidly in focussing on
digital, high growth products. In 2001, manufacturing of mobile handsets was
transferred to a partnership with China Electronics Corporation (CEC), while the
manufacturing of VCR's was outsourced to Funai Electric of Japan. In addition,
CE's portfolio of businesses has been streamlined further by the recent
divestment of Fax, Broadcast and part of Marantz, while other smaller
businesses, which were part of the former Specialty Products businesses, were
transferred to the new cluster Corporate Investments as part of the division
Miscellaneous.
The digital parts of Consumer Electronics, together with Semiconductors,
Components and Research, are the focus of the high-growth technology strategy
relating to core businesses.
The other core building blocks include the Medical Systems, Lighting and
Domestic Appliances and Personal Care divisions. The multi-billion dollar
acquisition program has substantially strengthened the Medical Systems division;
its acquisitions in 2001 of Agilent Healthcare Solutions and Marconi's Medical
Systems made it No. 2 in the world in medical imaging equipment. The Lighting
division is a world leader with consistent returns and cash flows. Philips
believes that new growth will be stimulated by emerging technologies, such as
solid-state lighting Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) and a strong focus on
lighting-related electronics. In the case of Domestic Appliances and Personal
Care, growth is expected to center mainly on male shaving and oral healthcare.
The acquisition of Optiva Corporation, a leading manufacturer of electric tooth
brushes, on October 1, 2000 was made in pursuit of this strategy.
In the area of information technology services, Philips has merged its Origin
activities in a new company, Atos Origin, as of the first of October 2000.
Philips encounters aggressive and able competition worldwide in virtually all of
Philips' business activities. Competitors range from some of the world's largest
companies offering a full range of products to small firms specializing in
certain segments of the market. In many instances, the competitive climate is
characterized by rapidly changing technology that requires continuing research
and development commitments and intensive investment capital to meet customer
requirements. Also, the competitive landscape is changing as a result of
increased alliances between competitors.
Product sectors and principal products
In order to improve financial transparency to Philips' shareholders and the
financial community at large, the Board decided in 2000 that separate results
will be published for all divisions. As a consequence, the following nine
segments are distinguished: Lighting, Consumer Electronics, Domestic Appliances
and Personal Care, Components, Semiconductors, Medical Systems, Origin
(deconsolidated from October 1, 2000 onwards), Miscellaneous and Unallocated.
For a description of the changes in the businesses comprising the segments, and
data related to aggregate sales, segment revenues and income from operations,
see Note 28: "Information relating to product sectors and main countries" on
pages 95 through 99 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and
Analysis, and page 43 of the Management Report, incorporated herein by
reference. For a discussion of revenues and income from operations of the
product sectors, see Item 5: "Operating and Financial Review and Prospects". For
a discussion of principal cooperative business activities and participating
interests, see also "Cooperative Business Activities and Unconsolidated
Companies" under Item 5.
LIGHTING
Philips has been engaged in the lighting business since 1891 and is a leader in
the world market for lighting products with recognized expertise in the
development and manufacture of lighting products. A wide variety of applications
is served by a full range of incandescent and halogen lamps, compact and normal
fluorescent lamps, automotive lamps, high-intensity gas-discharge and special
lamps, QL induction lamps, fixtures, ballasts and lighting electronics. Lighting
products are manufactured in facilities worldwide. Philips' worldwide presence
in the lighting market has given it a strong international position in lighting
projects, both in design and full-scale turn key project installation. These
activities require sophisticated expertise and help Philips to maintain its
leading position in the professional lighting market.
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Philips Lighting worldwide consists of four integrally responsible ongoing
businesses: Lamps, Luminaires, Automotive & Special Lighting and Lighting
Electronics. Each of these is given complete control over all its processes.
Major drivers for growth are: innovative products based on technology
breakthroughs; the pursuit of opportunities in emerging markets; and focus on
value creation through skilled marketing. Across Europe, North America, Latin
America and Asia Pacific, the division employs some 48,000 people. After selling
Philips' ownership in the joint venture Philips Matsushita Battery Corporation,
the battery marketing and sales activities of Philips were transferred (Mid
2001) from Lighting to Consumer Electronics.
Within Lamps, the largest business, the main growth areas are the thin 16 mm T5
fluorescent lamps, halogen and high-intensity discharge lamps - especially
Mastercolor CDM. The latter solves the color variation problems inherent in
conventional metal-halide lamps, while offering much longer economic life and
thus considerably lower maintenance costs.
In Luminaires a development program to increase efficiency and improve
profitability has been implemented. Among many product introductions, the
efforts to help make urban areas more beautiful as well as safer at night has
continued with the introduction of our New Metronomis range, offering lighting
designers, architects and urban planners a complete tool box for lighting urban
spaces.
In Automotive, fast growth is driven by innovations enhancing comfort and safety
on the road. The VisionPlus replacement headlight bulbs, for instance, give up
to 50% more light on the road. US research has shown that Xenon lights
considerably enhance safety on the roads. In 2001 the ten millionth Xenon bulb
was produced. In Special Lighting - which contains applications such as digital
data projection (where Philips Lighting has a leading position with the UHP
lamp), stage/theater/entertainment, infrared for industrial use, and ultraviolet
for both solaria and air/water disinfection - the focus will be continued on
exploiting double-digit growth opportunities in new application areas. In June
2001 a joint venture was formed with the Fraunhofer Institute in Aachen,
Germany, to develop Extreme UV light sources to be mounted in the next
generation of photolithography equipment for the semiconductor industry.
In 1997, Philips and Hewlett-Packard established a joint venture company,
LumiLeds Lighting B.V., for the development, manufacture and marketing of LED
(Light Emitting Diode)-based lighting products. Philips' share in this joint
venture (now with Agilent Technologies, formerly part of HP) was significantly
extended in 1999 to a 50% share in common stock. Sales in LumiLeds Lighting
continue to extend from automotive and traffic signal applications into signage
and contour lighting. New applications for LED backlighting are opening up based
on the rapid, ongoing improvement of the technology.
The new Luxeon LED technology, which lasts 100 times longer and is up to four
times more efficient than today's standard incandescent light sources, was
launched in 2001 to what Philips believes was widespread acclaim in the
marketplace. In the lighting controls business, growth was boosted by the
acquisition of ECS Lighting Controls Ltd., the UK market leader, in November
1999. In the year 2000, a stake was acquired in Metrolight, an Israeli company
with a leading position in HID (High Intensity Discharge) ballasts.
In Lighting Electronics, the business opportunities generated by energy savings,
miniaturization, increased power and flexibility, and cost effectiveness have
led to the creation of a new global business unit, Special Lighting Electronics,
focusing on electronics for, among other things, Ultra High Performance (UHP)
lamps, LEDs and automotive and solar applications. Through the acquisition in
2001 of the fluorescent lighting ballast operation of Lumisistemas (Mexico) and
the lighting ballast activities of Helfont (Brazil), our leading position in
these markets has been continued. The launch of the eKyoto ballast in Europe
provides an attractive, economical alternative to electromagnetic ballasts,
offering substantial energy savings and lesser environmental impact.
Besides innovative products, Philips Lighting continues its focus on innovative
ways of doing business. A pioneer in the field of e-business, activities on both
the sell-side and the buy-side have been fully integrated, with product
information provided through websites and e-catalogs. Order entry/order status
extranets have been developed throughout the world. In collaboration with
partners, development of e-marketplaces are being led.
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CONSUMER ELECTRONICS
This segment markets a wide range of products in the following areas: video
(consumer TV, institutional TV, VCR, TV-VCR, DVD video, DVD recorders), audio
(audio systems, portable products, CD-R players), computer monitors (CRT and LCD
based), consumer communications (mobile phones, cordless digital phones, fax),
set-top boxes, broadband networks and business communications systems. This wide
range of products is grouped into Mainstream Consumer Electronics (audio/video,
monitors), Consumer Communications (phones, faxes) and Digital Networks (set-top
boxes, broadband networks). At year-end 2001, Consumer Electronics had a
headcount of around 31,500.
As the world's No. 3 company in the field of consumer electronics, Philips
Mainstream Consumer Electronics is focusing on three main areas: digital
displays; digital recording and playback; and (wireless) connectivity and the
Internet.
Given the growth opportunities for digital in our focus areas, Philips Consumer
Electronics is continuing to reposition its product offering from analog into
digital. This is reflected in the composition of and changes to the product
portfolio.
The DVD recorder for instance, introduced in 2001, illustrates the commitment to
digital storage and forms a strong foundation for future developments. In the
analog domain, on the other hand, the focus is on managing the business with
maximum profitability by minimizing capital assets (increased outsourcing) and
reducing product diversity and development costs. For example, with the market
for analog video recorders becoming mature, Philips has decided to outsource
production to FUNAI Electric Company, Ltd., of Japan and to concentrate VCR
resources on marketing and sales.
In consumer display devices, the focus is on the overall viewing experience, the
trend being towards slim consoles and flat, wide screens, with increased
emphasis on picture quality and design. Development of new technologies are
expected on the short-term horizon. For example, Philips Consumer Electronics is
currently working on PixelPlus technology, which permits manufacturers to double
screen resolution, the latest milestone in picture quality. The anticipated
result is a high-definition picture in a conventional TV set, increasing viewing
pleasure.
In 2001, Philips Consumer Electronics won an EISA Award for its new 32-inch
plasma display set, its third consecutive Flat TV product to win such an award.
Measuring just 9 cm deep, the super-slim set, which incorporates Philips'
acclaimed picture enhancement technologies Digital Natural Motion, Digital
Crystal Clear and Active Control, was described by EISA as `the future of
television'.
In 2000 LightFrame was introduced, a proprietary technology for TV-quality video
and photo display on a computer monitor. This combination of monitor hardware
and PC-based software boosts the brightness and sharpness of a monitor's video
signal. In the course of 2001 this technology was further improved for
significantly better web performance.
After the successful launch of the consumer CD audio recorder some fifteen years
ago, the DVD recorder is, we believe, the next important building block in the
digital domain. Recordings made on a DVD recorder can be played on almost any
DVD player currently on the market. The DVD drive, a similar device, offers
consumers data storage in a PC and more comprehensive video editing as well as
playback of recordings made with consumer electronics devices. Philips Consumer
Electronics introduced Europe's first DVD Recorder at the Internationale
FunkAusstellung (IFA) in Berlin in August 2001.
The year 2001 also included the introduction by Philips of the first
multi-channel Super Audio CD player, offering the best sound performance
available today. By year-end 2001, some 600 SACD titles were available,
including a growing number of multi-channel releases.
Philips has set up an extensive licensing program for all these technologies,
allowing Philips, together with partners, to set standards, create new markets
and generate substantial revenue.
As devices become increasingly web-connected, the future is envisioned of
"always-on" Internet accessibility, much like any other domestic utility. An
important first step in this direction has been taken with the launch of the
FW-i1000 Internet Audio system in the United States. Hooked up to a broadband
Internet connection, it can access any of the thousands of radio stations
currently available online.
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The MP3-CD product range continues to grow in popularity, offering the best
cost-per-megabyte value available today in removable digital storage. In 2001 an
entire range of MP3-CD devices were created, including the pocket-sized
eXpanium, and a whole range of portables, hi-fi mini systems and even CD
recorders, all offering MP3-CD playback.
In 2001, the PCB/Assembly unit - set up to bring together all the printed
circuit board assembly operations of Consumer Electronics in one unit - was
renamed Philips Contract Manufacturing Services (PCMS). At the same time it was
announced that PCMS will be bringing its expertise to the external electronic
manufacturing services market.
With production centers in China, Europe, Mexico, Brazil, Singapore and India,
PCMS now offers a full range of manufacturing services, including design,
engineering, product introduction, prototyping, mass manufacturing and supply
chain solutions.
Digital Networks is at the forefront of digital convergence, transforming the
way television and the Internet are being accessed at home or on the move.
Philips believes that its set-top boxes, software and solutions for Internet
streaming, rights management and broadcast transmission are helping to drive the
migration in the market from analog - based devices to a standard based
onbroadband digital. Digital Networks' technology solutions enable service
providers to deliver exciting and compelling content to consumers. For example,
its state-of-the-art cable set-top box, launched during 2001 and powered by the
Philips Semiconductors Nexperia(TM) processor, provides an advanced gateway for
the secure delivery of broadcast, multimedia, Internet and telephony services to
households via a normal television set.
Philips' firm belief in open technology standards for healthy business
development underpins Digital Networks' involvement in the Multimedia Home
Platform (MHP). Supported by over 200 major broadcasters and technology
companies, MHP is intended to provide a level playing field for the development
of interactive and enhanced digital television. MHP addresses an over-diversity
of proprietary technologies which have emerged during digital television's
infancy, contributing to, we believe, a slower market growth of services. In
2001, Digital Networks addressed this situation by strategically refocusing its
set-top box activities, significantly strengthening relationships with key
customers. At the same time, the group commenced a program of promoting two main
set-top box platforms in order to reduce development costs, while improving
time-to-market and supply chain issues.
As the Internet transforms into a broadband, "always-on" medium, Digital
Networks continued its strategic investment in MPEG-4, the standard for
high-quality video, audio and multimedia streaming, during 2001. Digital
Networks is focusing its application of MPEG-4 in the mobile wireless markets,
seeking strategic alliances to develop MPEG-4 distribution technology solutions.
In 2001 Philips' mobile phone activities were refocused, with Philips Consumer
Communications (PCC) ceasing to operate as an independent manufacturer of mobile
handsets; this involved a major restructuring, particularly in France. Part of
PCC's R&D capabilities and part of its manufacturing activities will be
incorporated in partnerships with China Electronics Corporation (CEC).
Philips has retained a minority shareholding in the manufacturing operations,
which will serve a larger customer base on an ODM (original
designer/manufacturer) basis and is expected to allow Philips to continue to
market and sell Philips-branded mobile phones in Europe and Asia Pacific, where
the GSM standards prevail. The agreement with CEC leaves the creative power of
Philips' technology divisions (Components and Semiconductors) in mobile
communications intact. On the other hand it enables Philips' Consumer
Electronics division to remain active in the mobile handsets market with limited
exposure. To this end, a new business unit, Wireless, will be set up within
Consumer Electronics which will focus on marketing and distribution. As of
January 1, 2002, Philips' DECT business (providing cordless phones for the home)
has been fully integrated in the Wireless unit; the mobile handset activities
will follow in 2002.
On January 3, 2002, it was announced that Philips will sell its Fax business
unit to SAGEM, for an amount of approximately EUR 15 million. The transaction is
expected to be closed in the second quarter of 2002 and is subject to customary
approvals.
On March 25, 2002, Philips and Nike Inc. announced an alliance to merge their
athletic and digital technology expertise to develop innovative technology
product solutions. The premier offerings from the Nike and Philips alliance are
expected to include a new line of portable MP3 and MP3-CD players that have been
designed for sport through the integration of ergonomics, usability, portability
and solid state technology.
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DOMESTIC APPLIANCES AND PERSONAL CARE
Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal Care develops, manufactures and markets
a wide range of products in the field of male shaving and grooming, body beauty
and health, dental care, home environment care, and food and beverage
preparation. The division has a strong market presence in all regions around the
world and employs some 9,500 people. Philips produces the Philishave, a dry
shaver which is based on the Philips-invented rotary shaving technique. The
division is world market leader in dry shaving with leading positions in Europe,
Latin America, the United States and China.
In October 2000, Philips acquired Optiva Corporation, the Seattle, USA based
manufacturer of the Sonicare electric toothbrushes and the No. 1 in the US power
toothbrush market. By this acquisition, Philips Domestic Appliances and Personal
Care division has become the No. 2 global player in the market of electric
toothbrushes. Other personal care products include female depilatory products,
skin care, hair care and sun care products.
Philips provides products for all stages of food and beverage preparation, such
as mixers, blenders, food processors and kitchen machines, toasters, coffee
makers, fryers, table-top cooking and general kitchen appliances. Philips
manufactures and markets vacuum cleaners, irons, air cleaners and heating
appliances. Domestic appliances and personal care products are sold under the
Philips brand and other brand names.
Philips has long been successful on the US market under the brand name Norelco
and will continue to use this brand name for the male shaving and grooming
products. To further boost growth, Philips introduced the Philips brand name for
male shaving products in the US in 1998.
COMPONENTS
Philips Components is a world-leading provider of integrated electronic
solutions in the areas of displays, storage and connectivity. Its global
customer base covers the computing, consumer electronics, telecommunications and
automotive industries. The division employs some 15,000 people.
Philips Components will continue on its course to become a market leader in
providing customized digital solutions to internal customers and leading OEMs.
This is part of the division's transformation from a commodity component
supplier to a supplier of digital subsystems and solutions based around the
building blocks of displays, storage and connectivity. Components will shift
allocation of capital and human resources toward system and architecture design
and system-type selling. It also aims to move up the value chain with a digital
solutions focus, allowing Philips Components to capture a larger part of the
value.
In June 2001, Philips and LG Electronics of Korea (LGE) completed a definitive
agreement through which the two companies merged their respective cathode ray
tube (CRT) businesses into a new joint venture company. LGE and Philips share
equal control of the joint venture, named LG.Philips Displays. The aim of the
move is to ensure the lowest possible cost base in the maturing CRT market and
to achieve significant synergies.
This follows the substantial investments in digital-age display technologies
made by Philips through the establishment of a manufacturing joint venture
between Philips and LGE (LG.Philips LCD) in July 1999, creating a world-leading
supplier of Active Matrix Liquid Crystal Displays (AMLCDs).
The 50/50 joint venture, LG.Philips LCD, continues to be a leader in the
production of TFT LCDs for computer monitor and notebook applications and is
supplying display panels for the fast growing consumer market of LCD TVs. LCD
technology affords numerous advantages, including lower power consumption,
reduced electromagnetic emissions, as well as sleek and lightweight designs. By
October 2001, LG.Philips LCD became the first company in the industry to ship 4
million units for 15.1 inch computer monitors. In addition, it unveiled a family
of wide-format (16:9 aspect ratio) LCDs for computer and LCD TV applications.
An important development in 2001 was the establishment of Philips Mobile Display
Systems (MDS) as a separate business group. MDS is one of the world's leading
suppliers of mobile displays. In 1999, Philips successfully commercialized the
first polymer organic light-emitting diode (PolyLED) technology, for use in end
products for small-scale mobile applications, including cellular phones and
pagers.
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According to DisplaySearch (a market researcher based in Austin, Texas), the
total market for display technologies is expected to reach USD 12 billion by
2005. By that time, organic LED technologies, including PolyLED, are expected to
comprise 10% of the total display market, growing to more than 50% by the year
2010.
In optical storage, Philips Components is a leading innovator in CD and DVD
formats for the information technology and consumer electronics markets. A broad
alliance of more than 50 industry-leading PC, optical storage and consumer
products manufacturers now back the DVD+RW (re-writable) standard, and the
number continues to grow. Gartner Group/Dataquest analysts predict the
rewritable DVD market will reach approximately 2.1 million units in 2002 and
grow to 14.5 million units by 2005.
In April 2002, Philips and Ben Q Corporation of Taiwan (formerly Acer
Communications & Multimedia Inc.) announced the intention to cooperate in the
development of next generation optical storage data drives for the PC industry,
thus creating a significant time-to-market advantage in optical storage
products, initially focussing on DVD + RW drives in the data market.
Philips Components is in the process of building a position in wireless
connectivity modules for use in a digital, Internet based environments focusing
on the possibility of providing consumers with "anywhere/anytime" interactivity.
The division is developing networked products for "at home" and "on the move"
through technologies intended to facilitate connections of computers and digital
communication devices such as Bluetooth, a low frequency wireless standard
operable within a single building. Philips Components aims to become the
one-stop shopping hub for OEMs looking to bring both Bluetooth and 802.11A/B
products to market. Key to this is the division's strong relationship with
Philips Semiconductors.
On March 27, 2002, Philips and Dell announced that they entered into a global
strategic alliance. The five year agreement calls for Philips to supply
cathode-ray tube and flat panel monitors, storage devices, connectivity
solutions and other components to Dell for use in computer systems. Dell will
also market and sell a comprehensive range of Philips-brand computer
peripherals, along with related products. The companies will collaborate on
technology planning, marketing and optical storage standards to more rapidly
serve the needs of world-wide customers.
SEMICONDUCTORS
Philips Semiconductors is a major supplier of complex "systems on silicon" and
standard semiconductor products for consumer electronics, telecommunications,
automotive, computing and industrial applications. Semiconductors' solutions are
designed to grow and evolve as their customers adapt their businesses to take
advantage of and respond to fast-evolving digital technologies. The division has
approximately 33,000 employees in more than 50 countries.
Activities in the consumer segment of the division are focused on responding to
a market trend of a new generation of digital applications, wireless
connectivity and new, simple user interfaces. For the home, Philips' Nexperia
Digital Video Platform is intended to be at the forefront of this trend and in
2001 the division gained the endorsement of major players for this architecture,
which will be used in new generations of Digital TV coming onto the market in
2003/2004. This platform will enable a host of new digital services - games,
interactive TV, video-on-demand and information services - to be delivered to
home entertainment systems by cable, satellite or Internet providers. As it
moves into this future, the flexible Nexperia design methodology is already
enabling scalable, customizable solutions for the digital home; rapid,
right-first-time solutions which are software-upgradeable to keep pace with
emerging services.
In the communications segment, Philips Semiconductors responded quickly to the
changing market dynamics in 2001 that saw both a continuing decline in
semiconductor prices slowing demand for mobile handsets and showed that it is
able to meet the needs of the contract designers and manufacturers (ODMs) who
are taking over from the branded handset makers. Additionally, Philips
Semiconductors has a strong focus and market position in China, the largest
potential growth market for mobile phones in the coming years.
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During the year, Philips formed a joint venture with China Academy of
Telecommunications Technology (CATT) and CEC Wireless (CECW) to develop 3G
(third generation) phones for the Chinese market. We believe the Chinese market,
with its low mobile phone penetration rate, is a region of promise for new 3G
phones.
In the Automotive sector, Philips is a leading supplier of semiconductors for
in-car entertainment systems' and is leading the way in developing the new
generation of digital in-car entertainment and information systems, as well as
in-vehicle networking systems. Philips Semiconductors is a founding member of
the FlexRay consortium with Daimler Chrysler, BMW and Motorola, which is
expected to revolutionize car electronics of the near future through
introduction of new technologies. Combined with the Nexperia platform, Philips
semiconductors will continue to invest in key technologies and capabilities that
will drive the digital revolution forward. These include identification and
security, power management, connectivity, wired and wireless communications
(such as Bluetooth) and user interface design.
The division has made significant progress in its focus area of wireless
connectivity. Philips' proposal for a new low-cost connectivity standard
(ZigBee) was accepted by the IEEE as the new industry standard. This new
standard is expected to provide a whole new class of connectivity for a variety
of applications including remote controls, in-house security systems and
environment control (heating, light, ventilation) systems for the home. The
division continued to ship chipsets for the volume connectivity standards -
Bluetooth and 802.11 - making Philips the only company to support all major
standards. By the end of 2001, the division had shipped over 7 million 802.11
A/B chipsets.
The division has 16 manufacturing facilities throughout the world, located in
Europe, the United States and Asia. In addition Semiconductors has significant
investments in Singapore (SSMC), Taiwan (TSMC) and China (ASMC).
MEDICAL SYSTEMS
Philips Medical Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers of medical
imaging modalities and patient monitoring systems. It is a global leader in the
product segments x-ray, ultrasound, nuclear medicine, patient monitoring,
magnetic resonance, computed tomography and medical IT. Philips Medical Systems
employs around 31,000 people. The product portfolio also includes positron
emission tomography, radiation therapy planning, imaging IT systems and related
services. Addressing a market that increasingly demands full-range suppliers
able to provide total healthcare solutions, Philips Medical Systems is reaching
for a global leadership position in this total provider area. Following a
focused and ambitious program of acquisitions over the last three years,
representing investments in excess of USD 5 billion, Philips Medical Systems
believes it is now able to offer integrated solutions covering the entire
spectrum of diagnostic imaging and patient management needs.
Philips Medical Systems has significantly strengthened its position in the field
of diagnostic imaging with the acquisition of ATL Ultrasound in 1998. This
company is one of the leaders in ultrasound imaging systems - one of the fastest
growing sectors of the market - and the clear leader in all-digital ultrasound
systems.
In ultrasound, the subsidiary ATL has brought SonoCT realtime compound imaging,
an advanced real time imaging standard, to all major applications of ultrasound
and united it with other advanced capabilities such as 3D, bringing the benefits
of numerous powerful technologies together.
In December 2000, Philips Medical Systems acquired substantially all of ADAC
Laboratories' common stock. The Milpitas, California based company is a
worldwide market leader in nuclear medicine, positron emission tomography - one
of the fastest-growing market segments - and radiation therapy planning.
In August 2001, Philips Medical Systems completed the acquisition of the
Healthcare Solutions Group (HSG) of Agilent Technologies Inc. HSG is active in
the field of pervasive cardiology and monitoring solutions, and is a leading
global provider of medical products and services to hospitals, healthcare
clinics, physicians' offices, airlines and others. The primary reason for the
acquisition was to enhance our existing business and to provide Medical Systems
with a strong position in the cardiac sector. Additionally, the acquisition
enables Medical Systems to enter certain new, high-growth segments such as home
care technology enabling remote diagnostics.
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In October 2001, Philips Medical Systems acquired all the shares of Marconi's
Medical Systems business, which comprises two businesses, the core Medical
Imaging Equipment business, a global participant in the medical diagnostic
imaging equipment industry, and the Marconi Healthcare Products business (HCP),
one of the largest distributors of radiology imaging supplies in the USA.
Philips intends to divest HCP. The primary reasons for the acquisition were to
enhance Medical Systems' Computed Tomography (CT) portfolio and to acquire an
additional CT installed base whose service and maintenance is the most
profitable area of the diagnostic imaging industry.
Following its recent acquisitions, Philips Medical Systems possesses a
world-class portfolio of technologies and competencies. The division has
embarked on a Post Merger Integration project with the aim of creating a single,
coherent organization through the entire supply chain. This will enable
customers to benefit from the increased breadth and depth of products and
services, as well as from the synergies between the various companies, extending
from shared technology and manufacturing facilities right through to common
logistics and customer support.
In the course of 2000, a range of new customer support products was introduced,
aimed at better cost control for healthcare providers. For instance, Philips
Medical Systems is capable of offering transcription services that reduce
overall reporting costs through the acquisition in 2000, of the majority of
shares in MedQuist Inc. of the United Sates, a provider of outsourced medical
record translation services.
ORIGIN
In October 2000, Philips sold its 98% interest in Origin, its global IT service
company delivering systems and a full range of services that facilitate total
business solutions for clients, to Atos, a leading European IT service provider
and received a 48.7% interest in the combined entity Atos Origin. As a result of
the merger, as from October 1, 2000, Philips no longer consolidates Origin as a
separate division but includes its share of Atos Origin's earnings in results
relating to unconsolidated companies (in the Miscellaneous segment).
MISCELLANEOUS
This segment comprises various activities and businesses not belonging to a
product sector. It consists mainly of two groups of activities: the central
research and technology centers (such as Philips Research, Intellectual Property
and Standards, Philips Centre for Industrial Technology and Philips Design) and
Corporate Investments (such as NavTech, a business engaged in the development of
software databases on digital maps to be used for car navigation purposes,
Assembleon, a manufacturer of printed circuit board assembly machines and
provider of related services, and Philips Enabling Technologies Group (PETG), a
manufacturer of high-tech equipment, high-tech aerospace and high-tech
plastics). It also comprises various (remaining) activities that have been sold,
discontinued, phased out or deconsolidated in earlier years. NavTech was
consolidated for the first time in 2001 and included in the Miscellaneous
sector. Until its deconsolidation in May 2001 FEI Company, a leading supplier of
Structural Process Management(TM) solutions to the world's technology leaders in
the fields of semiconductors, data storage and biological structures, was
included in the consolidated figures of the Miscellaneous sector. Also included
are some remaining former businesses from the Consumer Electronics sector.
Philips Enabling Technologies Group manufactures customer-specific machinery,
tools and precision components for high-quality professional equipment. In 2000,
Philips Machinefabrieken changed its name to Philips Enabling Technologies
Group, a more accurate expression of the unit's competencies and the competitive
environment in which it operates, i.e. at the interface of high technology and
precision manufacturing. The Philips Enabling Technologies Group consists of
three businesses:
o High Tech Equipment, with focus on Semiconductor front-end and
Semiconductors back-end production, plus new future opportunities like
Optical Storage, Flat Screen and Solar Cell.
o High Tech Aerospace, with focus on Engine Sheet Metal, Fan- and Compressor
Blisks and Assembly of Fan Modules.
o High Tech Plastics, including Tooling, with focus on Optical Products,
Medical disposables and Automotive Products.
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Philips' Centre for Industrial Technology (CFT) is a renowned center of
competence supporting the product divisions and a number of external high-tech
companies in all aspects of production, particularly in the areas of
mechatronics, electronics, process technology, assembly and industrial support.
CFT supported the product divisions and Philips Research in 2001 in several
initiatives that strongly support the Company's high-growth technology ambition.
For example, it helped Philips Lighting analyze its production processes for UHP
lamps and formulate an industrial strategy for the years 2001-2005. In addition,
it contributed to the design, realization and ramp-up of a sealing-in process
and related machines by customers.
Philips Design works according to its proprietary High Design process, a
human-focused, multi-disciplinary, research-based approach intended to provide
clients with competitive and sustainable solutions. Each year, 5% of Philips
Design's turnover is re-invested in enriching knowledge through its R&D program.
The 2001 program was dedicated to the design and branding of Philips Ambient
Intelligence, exploring the application of interconnected, anticipatory and
responsive technologies distributed throughout a number of diverse work and
living spaces.
As of January 1, 2002, Corporate Intellectual Property and Standards & Licensing
were combined in a new organization called Intellectual Property and Standards
(IP&S). This combination is intended to improve efficiency, cooperation and the
effective use of resources. The mission of IP&S is to create a strong IPR
(Intellectual Property Rights) portfolio for Philips and to generate maximum
returns from its intellectual property.
Despite the general slowdown in the economy, IP&S was able to maintain the level
of direct licensing income from third parties in 2001. Major successes were
achieved with licensing programs in the fields of optical storage, digital video
and IC buses. Moreover, a number of promising new licensing programs for future
revenues have been started in various areas, such as image coding. Via
cross-licenses, IP&S was able to give Philips' business units a considerable
competitive edge in terms of non-cash benefits by providing access to third
parties' inventions. Value creation was also undertaken by contributing
intellectual property rights as assets in return for a share in a number of
participations.
Stimulated by a patent filing incentive program, Philips filed some 3,000 new
patent applications in 2001, a 35% increase on the year 2000. The portfolio now
contains more than 75,000 rights. This increase was carefully controlled: the
future need for patents was analyzed and patents were only generated in areas
with high potential for value creation, such as digital video, optical storage,
digital watermarking and connectivity. Although many of Philips' patents and
licenses are significant, none is individually material to Philips' business as
a whole.
Philips spends significant resources to protect its intellectual property rights
and intellectual property licenses. Reference is also made to the 2001 Annual
Report - Financial Statements and Analysis -, page 17 (research and development)
and - Management Report - pages 55 and 56 incorporated herein by reference.
Research and Development
Management believes that a sustained strong performance in the field of research
and development activities is of the utmost importance to strengthen Philips'
competitiveness in its various markets and to open up new markets. Philips
Research' mission is to generate value for the Company through technology-based
innovations.
As one of the largest private-sector research establishments in the world,
Philips Research supports all Philips' lines of business and is a key driver of
the Company's high-growth technology strategy. Philips Research not only
generates innovations in each of the Company's main strategic pillars in the
high-volume electronics domain - displays, storage, connectivity and digital
video-processing - but is also uniquely positioned to identify and explore the
synergies between these pillars.
With laboratories in Europe, Asia Pacific and North America, Philips Research
has a global presence, allowing fast and efficient deployment of new
technologies into optimal local solutions and standards. An example is the
development by Philips Research East Asia of wireless communication
technologies, digital television, optical storage systems and speech-recognition
modules for the Chinese market.
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Organizational structure
Information concerning Philips' significant subsidiaries is incorporated by
reference from Exhibit 8 to this Annual Report on Form 20-F.
Property, plant and equipment
Philips' manufacturing facilities, warehouses and office facilities are mostly
located in the Netherlands, the rest of Europe, the Far East and the United
States and Canada. These plants are generally in good condition and adequate for
the manufacturing requirements of Philips. The geographic allocation of assets
employed as shown in Note 28: "Information relating to product sectors and main
countries" on pages 95 through 99 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial
Statements and Analysis - and incorporated herein by reference is generally
indicative of the location of manufacturing facilities.
Item 5. Operating and financial review and prospects
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 3 through 37 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis
("Operating and Financial Review and Prospects").
Operating results
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 3 through 27 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis
("Operating and Financial Review and Prospects"). The Company's first Quarterly
Report 2002, which forms Exhibit 10(b) (2) to this Annual Report on Form 20-F is
incorporated herein by reference and contains a description of results for the
three month period ended March 31, 2002, and describes the Company's view about
its financial performance and operating plans for 2002. The statements under the
"Outlook" section of the first Quarterly Report supplements those statements
made in the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis on page 37
under the heading Outlook.
Cooperative business activities and unconsolidated companies
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 18 and 19 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis
("Operating and Financial Review and Prospects").
Critical Accounting Policies
For the financial years up to and including 2001, Philips has presented its
financial statements on a basis consistent with generally accepted accounting
principles in The Netherlands ("Dutch GAAP"). The preparation of Philips'
financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments that affect the
reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related
disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of our financial
statements. The policies that management considers to be both most important to
the presentation of Philips' financial condition and results of operations and
to require the most significant demands on management's judgments and estimates
about matters that are inherently uncertain are discussed below. Management
cautions that future events often vary from forecasts and that estimates
routinely require adjustment.
A complete description of Philips' accounting policies appears on pages 38
through 45 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis
("Accounting Policies").
On March 28, 2002, Philips confirmed its earlier stated intention to apply full
US GAAP to its financial reporting as of 2002. The change to US GAAP is in line
with the Company's commitment to ensuring a fair and suitable basis for
comparison against its industry peers. Full financial statements of the
Company's statutory accounts, in conformity with Dutch law and adopted by the
shareholders meeting and subsequently filed, will continue to be prepared on a
basis consistent with Dutch GAAP and remain available for investors. A
reconciliation of material differences between the two will be provided in the
notes to the interim and annual financial statements and will be publicly
available on the Company's website (www.philips.com).
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Intangible assets acquired in business combinations
Over the past three years the Company has acquired several other entities in
business combinations that have been accounted for by the purchase method,
resulting in recognition of substantial amounts of in-process research and
development, goodwill and other intangible assets. The amounts assigned to the
acquired assets and liabilities are based on assumptions and estimates about
their fair values. In making these estimates, management typically consults
independent qualified appraisers. A change in assumptions and estimates would
change the purchase price allocation, which could affect the amount or timing of
charges to the income statement, such as write-offs of in-process research and
development and amortization of goodwill and other intangible assets. In-process
research and development is written off immediately upon acquisition; whereas
goodwill and intangible assets are amortized over their economic lives. As a
result of Philips' adoption of US GAAP, as of January 1, 2002, goodwill is no
longer amortized under but instead tested for impairment.
Changes in assumptions and estimates included in the purchase price allocation
could result in significantly different results than those recorded in the
financial statements.
Impairment
Philips reviews long-lived assets for impairment when events or circumstances
indicate carrying amounts may not be recoverable. Assets subject to this review
include equity and security investments and intangible and tangible fixed
assets. Impairment of equity and security investments results in a charge to
operations when a loss in value of an investment is deemed to be other than
temporary. Management regularly reviews each equity and security investment for
impairment based on the extent cost exceeds market value, the duration of
decline in market value and the financial condition of the issuer. At December
31, 2001, Philips evaluated each equity and security investment for impairment
and determined that an other than temporary decline in the value of two security
investments had occurred. As a result, an impairment charge of EUR 526 million
was recorded in the income statement in 2001.
In determining impairments of intangible and tangible fixed assets, management
must make significant judgments and estimates to determine if the undiscounted
cash flows generated by those assets are less than their carrying value.
Determining undiscounted cash flows requires the use of judgments and estimates
that have been included in the Company's strategic plans and long-range planning
forecasts. The data necessary for the execution of the impairment tests are
based on management estimates of future cash flows, which require estimating
revenue growth rates and profit margins Assets are written down to their fair
value when the undiscounted cash flows are less than the carrying value of the
assets. The fair value of impaired assets is determined by taking into account
these estimated cash flows and using a net present value technique based on
discounting these cash flows with the Business specific Weighted Average Cost of
Capital (WACC), which ranged between 7.8% and 14.0% in 2001.
Changes in assumptions and estimates included within the impairment reviews
could result in significantly different results than those recorded in the
financial statements.
Valuation allowances for certain assets
The Company records its inventories at cost, and provides for the risk of
obsolescence using the lower of cost or market principle. The future use of
inventory on hand is based on estimates about the future demand and past
experience with similar inventories and their usage.
The risk of uncollectibility of accounts receivable is primarily estimated based
on prior experience with, and the past due status of, doubtful debtors, while
large accounts are assessed individually based on factors that include ability
to pay, bankruptcy, and payment history. In addition, debtors in certain
countries are subject to higher collectibility risk that is taken into account
for assessing the over-all risk of uncollectibility.
Should the outcome differ from the assumptions and estimates, revisions to the
estimated valuation accounts would be required.
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Accounting for income taxes
As part of the process of preparing consolidated financial statements, the
Company is required to estimate income taxes in each of the jurisdictions. This
process involves estimating actual current tax expense and temporary differences
between tax and financial reporting. Temporary differences result in deferred
tax assets and liabilities, which are included within the consolidated balance
sheet. The Company must then assess the likelihood that deferred tax assets will
be recovered from future taxable income. A valuation allowance is recognized to
reduce deferred tax assets if, and to the extent, it is more likely than not
that all or some portion of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.
The Company has recorded a valuation allowance of EUR 1,308 million as of
December 31, 2001, based on estimates of taxable income by jurisdiction in which
the Company operates and the period over which deferred tax assets are
recoverable. In the event actual results differ from these estimates in future
periods, and depending on the tax strategies that the Company may be able to
implement, changes to the valuation allowance could be required, which could
impact our financial position and results of operations.
Provisions
By nature, provisions for contingent liabilities are dependent upon estimates
and assessments of whether the criteria for recognition have been met, including
estimates as to the probable outcome and the amount of the potential cost of
resolution. The Company has implemented strict rules for identification and
recognition of such provisions in accordance with US GAAP. Contingent
liabilities are recognized by charge against income when it is probable that a
liability has been incurred and the amount of such liability can be reasonably
estimated. For certain contingent liabilities, such as warranty provisions, the
Company relies on historic information about costs incurred to satisfy warranty
claims. Furthermore, the Company considers the amount of product under warranty,
including time spent at dealers before sale to consumers. The estimates are
influenced by the difference in the nature of the products, such as consumer
goods, versus industrial products. Should the outcome differ from the
assumptions and estimates, revisions to the estimated provisions would be
required.
Accounting for pensions and other postretirement benefits
Retirement benefits represent obligations that will be settled in the future and
require assumptions to project benefit obligations and fair values of plan
assets. Retirement benefit accounting is intended to reflect the recognition of
future benefit costs over the employee's approximate service period, based on
the terms of the plans and the investment and funding decisions made by the
Company. The accounting requires management to make assumptions regarding
variables such as discount rate, rate of compensation increase, return on
assets, and future healthcare costs. Periodically management consults with
outside actuaries regarding these assumptions. Changes in these key assumptions
can have a significant impact on the projected benefit obligations, funding
requirements and periodic cost incurred. The Company's policies and key
assumptions are included on pages 76 through 78 of the 2001 Annual Report -
Financial Statements and Analysis ("Pensions and Postretirement Benefits Other
Than Pensions")
Revenue recognition
A large part of our revenues arise from straightforward sales of consumer
products, typically substantiated by contractual agreements, that require only
delivery and normal payment conditions, which therefore are properly recognized
as revenues in accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 101. Significant
portions of sales in, for example, Medical Systems, require additional efforts,
such as installation of equipment, in order to comply with the SAB 101
requirements for revenue recognition. We have implemented measures throughout
the Company that allow revenue recognition only after the Company has performed
substantially all of the contractually required activities.
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Derivative instruments
Deferred changes in the fair value of derivative instruments are included in
Other Comprehensive Income. The vast majority of our cash flow hedging contracts
are foreign currency forward contracts for which the critical terms match those
of the hedged forecasted transactions and therefore are highly effective. At
least quarterly we monitor any ineffectiveness of those hedges and upon
occurrence any deferred gain or loss is immediately recognized in the income
statement.
Liquidity and capital resources
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 24 through 33 and pages 79 through 81 of the 2001 Annual Report -
Financial Statements and Analysis ("Operating and Financial Review and
Prospects"). Philips is of the opinion that it has adequate financial resources
for financing working capital needs. Furthermore, the Company has no material
commitments for capital expenditures.
Of Philips' USD 2.5 billion Commercial Paper Program, EUR 521 million was
outstanding as of December 31, 2001. Short-term bank borrowings totaled EUR 552
million as of that date. To back-up general short-term funding requirements, the
Company has, since 1996, a USD 2.5 billion committed revolving facility,
maturing in July 2003. It has never drawn from this facility. This syndicated
bank facility has not required financial covenants and does not have credit
rating related acceleration possibilities or any availability restrictions.
Philips' EUR 15.3 billion shareholdings (including Securities and Security
Investments) in other companies at year-end 2001 (end of March 2002
approximately EUR 16.4 billion) represents a potential short-term funding
source.
The Company's total debt as of year-end 2001 was EUR 7,866 million of which EUR
1,271 million was short-term. Given year-end cash balances were EUR 890 million,
net debt was EUR 6,976 million. Considering the EUR 15.3 billion shareholdings
in affiliates and other companies and the USD 2.5 billion revolving facility
above, the Company's liquidity position is strong.
Off-balance sheet arrangements
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
page 81 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis. In
addition, in March 2002, Philips agreed to make USD 200 million in debt
guarantees and USD 125 million new equity capitalization for LG.Philips
Displays, with matching amounts from LGE. The USD 200 million guarantee is
related to loans of LG.Philips Displays, which in turn have provisions for
acceleration linked to minimum financial ratio covenants.
Contractual obligations and commercial commitments
payments due by period
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less than 1-3 4-5 after 5
Contractual Cash Obligations total 1 year years years years
--------- --------- --------- --------- ---------
Long-term debt 6,760 174 2,699 691 3,196
Capital lease obligations 15 6 6 2 1
Short-term debt 1,091 1,091 - - -
Operating leases 768 136 233 178 221
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Total contractual cash obligations 8,634 1,407 2,938 871 3,418
Note: Unconditional purchase obligations incurred in the normal course of
business have not been quantified.
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expiration per period
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Other Commercial Commitments total
amounts less than 1-5 over 5
committed 1 year years years
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Standby letters of credit* 2,600 2,600
Guarantees 792 319 419 54
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Total commercial commitments 3,392 319 3,019 54
* No amounts drawn.
Additional information with respect to this Item is incorporated by reference
herein on pages 28 through 33 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements
and Analysis.
Trading activities that include non-exchange traded contracts accounted for at
fair value Philips does not engage in trading activities in non-exchange traded
contracts.
Special purpose entities
Philips makes no use of special purpose entities.
Research and Development
For information required by this Item, reference is made to the separate section
"Research and Development" as part of the business description under Item 4; and
page 17 and page 61 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and
Analysis.
Item 6. Directors, senior management and employees
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 60 and 61, pages 76 through 78 and pages 106 through 111 of the 2001
Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis, and pages 58 through 65 of
the Annual Report - Management Report.
Directors and senior management
At the General Meeting of Shareholders on March 28, 2002, Messrs W. de Kleuver
and Sir Richard Greenbury were re-elected by the General Meeting of Shareholders
as members of the Supervisory Board.
On April 1, 2002 Mr J. Whybrow retired, as planned, as Executive Vice-President
and member of the Board of Management. At the General Meeting of Shareholders on
March 28, 2002 Messrs A. Huijser and G.H. Dutine were appointed as members of
the Board of Management and Executive Vice-Presidents.
The Supervisory Board has appointed Mr J. Hommen as Vice-Chairman of the Board
of Management with effect from April 1, 2002 in addition to his current
responsibilities as Chief Financial Officer. Mr S. McGregor has been appointed
as member of the Group Management Committee and Senior Vice-President with
effect from January 1, 2002.
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Compensation
For information on the remuneration of the Board of Management and the
Supervisory Board, required by this Item, see pages 60 and 61 for the aggregate
amounts and pages 106 through 108 for individually named members of the 2001
Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis- incorporated herein by
reference.
The aggregate direct remuneration paid in 2001 to, or for the benefit of, the
members of the Supervisory Board, the Board of Management, the Group Management
Committee and 53 other officers, taken as a group, was as follows:
Aggregate direct remuneration: EUR 23,815,199.
Due to the negative net periodic pension cost as a result of the funded status
of the Dutch Philips Pension fund, no contribution to retirement plans was paid
in 2001.
Share ownership
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number of shares
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as of as of December 31,
April 15, 2002 2001
L.C. van Wachem 17,848 17,848
L. Schweitzer 1,070 1,070
G.J. Kleisterlee 39,200 27,200
J.H.M. Hommen 310,000 -
Mr L.C. van Wachem is also Chairman of the Board of the Dr. A.F. Philips
Stichting.
Messrs W. de Kleuver, J-M. Hessels and K.A.L.M. van Miert are also member of the
Board of the Dr. A.F. Philips Stichting. As of April 30, 2001, Mr G.J.
Kleisterlee succeeded Mr C. Boonstra as President of the Company, as a
consequence of which Mr Kleisterlee has succeeded Mr Boonstra as member of the
Dr. A.F. Philips Stichting and as a member of the Stichting Preferente Aandelen
Philips.
Board practices
The employment agreements of the members of the Board of Management, other than
Mr Kleisterlee, are entered into for a definite period of time. Their employment
agreements provide that if their employment is terminated, other than for a
compelling reason, prior to the expiration of the term of their respective
agreement, they will be entitled to receive a once only payment equal to twice
their annual salary. As Mr Kleisterlee's employment agreement with Philips is
for an indefinite duration, any benefit payable to him on termination will be
determined under Dutch law, in the same manner as other employees of Philips who
are employed for an indefinite duration.
The Supervisory Board
The overall assignment of the Supervisory Board is (a) to supervise the policies
and management and the general affairs of the Philips group of companies and (b)
to assist the Board of Management and the Group Management Committee with advice
on general policies related to the activities of the Company and the companies
belonging to the Philips group. The Supervisory Board, though remaining
responsible, may assign certain tasks to one or more permanent and/or ad hoc
committees formed from among its members. Three permanent committees assist the
Supervisory Board: a Nomination and Selection Committee, an Audit Committee and
a Remuneration Committee.
The Nomination and Selection Committee consults with the President and the Board
of Management on candidates to fill vacancies on the Supervisory Board, the
Board of Management and the Group Management Committee. The Committee also
consults with the Meeting of Priority Shareholders on the list of candidates for
appointment to the Supervisory Board or the Board of Management.
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The Remuneration Committee meets at least twice a year and is responsible for
preparing decisions of the Supervisory Board on proposals of the President of
the Supervisory Board on the remuneration of members of the Board of Management
and the Group Management Committee.
The Audit Committee meets at least four times a year before the publication of
the annual and quarterly results. The Audit Committee reviews the Company's
annual and interim financial statements to be disclosed and reports its findings
to the Supervisory Board before these documents are signed by the Supervisory
Board.
The Audit Committee advises the Supervisory Board on the adequacy and
appropriateness of internal information provided by the Board of Management to
the Supervisory Board, including systems and standards on internal business
controls applied by the Board of Management. The Audit Committee advises the
Supervisory Board on the appointment of, the assignment to and the remuneration
of the External Auditor. The Audit Committee reviews the scope of the Internal
Audit and its coverage in relation to the scope of the External Auditor. The
Audit Committee discusses with the External Auditor and Internal Auditor their
year-end report and report on internal control and advises the Supervisory Board
thereon. In performing its duties, the Audit Committee devotes special attention
to: (i) any changes in accounting policies and practices; (ii) significant
adjustments resulting from the audit; (iii) the going concern assumption; (iv)
development of relevant financial ratios and changes in the Company's ratings;
(v) compliance with accounting standards; (vi) compliance with statutory and
legal requirements and regulations in particular those related to financial
matters; (vii) significant financial exposures in the area of treasury (such as
currency risks, interest rate risks and derivatives); (viii) major judgmental
areas; (ix) fraud and defalcation; (x) reports of rating agencies; (xi)
developments in the Company's corporate governance, including business controls;
and (xii) the independence of the external auditor.
Employees
The information set forth under the heading "Employment" on page 27 and
"Employees" on page 60 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and
Analysis - of the Company, is incorporated herein by reference.
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At the end of
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employees by product sector 2001 2000 1999
Lighting 47,922 47,124 47,453
Consumer Electronics 31,525 38,726 37,991
DAP 9,527 10,111 9,737
Components 15,107 43,546 46,493
Semiconductors 32,740 35,304 29,952
Medical Systems 30,993 19,358 11,297
Origin - - 16,690
Miscellaneous 15,366 18,872 19,801
Unallocated 5,463 6,388 7,460
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Total 188,643 219,429 226,874
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At the end of
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employees by geographical area 2001 2000 1999
Netherlands 30,982 35,262 43,153
Europe (excl. Netherlands) 57,100 69,733 73,592
USA and Canada 36,411 33,173 26,919
Latin America 15,239 18,882 19,079
Africa 518 811 740
Asia 47,804 60,776 62,264
Australia and New Zealand 589 792 1,127
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Total 188,643 219,429 226,874
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Stock options
During 2001, 20,668,876 stock options to purchase Common Shares of Koninklijke
Philips Electronics N.V. were issued. In 2001 1,585,587 options were exercised
and 1,902,832 initially allocated options were forfeited due to resignations or
dismissals prior to vesting. From January 1, 2002 to April 15, 2002, 7,916,032
stock options were newly issued, 1,871,138 stock options were exercised and
214,273 initially allocated options were forfeited.
As of April 15, 2002, the number of shares issuable upon exercise of stock
options outstanding was 52,021,535 (December 31, 2001: 46,140,914 stock
options).
For a discussion of the options and the employee debentures, see also Note 21:
"Long-term debt", Note 24: "Stockholders' equity" and Note 25: "Stock-based
compensation" of "Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements" on pages 79
through 86 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis -
incorporated herein by reference.
For information specified in this Item for individually named directors and
officers, see pages 106 through 108 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial
Statements and Analysis - incorporated herein by reference.
The following table provides more detailed information about the stock options
outstanding at April 15, 2002:
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options outstanding options exercisable
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number exercise weighted average number weighted
outstanding price per remaining exercisable average
at April 15, share contractual life at April 15, exercise
2002 (years) 2002 price per
share
------------ --------- --------------------- --------------------- ---------
fixed option plans: price in EUR price in EUR
1997 706,000 11.00-19.43 0.2 706,000 18.09
1998 1,921,800 11.57-21.02 0.9 1,921,800 16.54
1999 3,101,800 15.76-23.01 1.9 2,938,400 15.76
2000 3,389,275 42.03-53.75 7.9 - -
2001 5,248,285 24.35-37.60 9.0 - -
2002 5,761,782 30.17 9.8 - -
price in US $ price in US $
1998 1,393,752 12.94-23.59 6.0 1,393,752 17.25
1999 2,255,679 22.24-35.34 7.1 2,255,679 23.14
2000 3,367,912 36.65-49.71 8.0 - -
2001 4,844,375 22.12-34.50 9.4 - -
2002 1,077,125 26.25 9.8 - -
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33,067,785 9,215,631
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variable plans: price in EUR price in EUR
2000 3,385,875 42.03-53.75 7.9 - -
2001 4,841,235 24.35-37.60 9.0 - -
price in US $ price in US $
1993 - 1994 203,322 2.75-6.89 0.7 203,322 2.93
1995 - 1997 1,233,906 7.50-14.20 2.7 1,233,906 7.80
2000 3,367,912 36.65-49.71 8.0 - -
2001 4,844,375 22.12-34.50 9.4 - -
2002 1,077,125 26.25 9.8 - -
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18,953,750 1,437,228
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Item 7. Major shareholders and related party transactions
Major shareholders
As of April 15, 2002, no person is known to the Company to be the owner of more
than 5% of its Common Shares. The Common Shares are held by shareholders
worldwide in bearer and registered form. Outside the United States, shares are
held primarily in bearer form. As of April 15, 2002, approximately 88% of the
Common Shares were held in bearer form. In the United States shares are held
primarily in the form of registered Shares of New York Registry (Shares of New
York Registry) for which Citibank, N.A., 111 Wall Street, New York, New York
10043 is the transfer agent and registrar. As of April 15, 2002, approximately
12% of the total number of outstanding Common Shares were represented by Shares
of New York Registry issued in the name of approximately 1492 holders of record.
Only bearer shares are traded on the stock market of Euronext Amsterdam and
other European stock exchanges. Only Shares of New York Registry are traded on
the New York Stock Exchange. Bearer shares and registered shares may be
exchanged for each other. Since certain shares are held by brokers and other
nominees, these numbers may not be representative of the actual number of United
States beneficial holders or the number of Shares of New York Registry
beneficially held by US residents.
For further information on Priority and Preference shares, a reference is made
to page 111 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and Analysis, which
is incorporated herein by reference.
Related party transactions
For a description of related party transactions see Item 18.
Item 8. Financial information
Consolidated statements and other financial information
See Item 18 "Financial Statements" and Exhibit 10(a) "Independent Auditors'
Report".
Dividend policy
Philips aims for a stable dividend distribution to shareholders in the
long-term.
Legal proceedings
Philips is involved in proceedings concerning environmental problems including
proceedings relating to the closure of discontinued chemical operations and the
clean-up of various sites, including Superfund sites, in the United States. The
potential costs related to these proceedings and the possible impact thereof on
future operations are uncertain.
However, based on current information, management does not believe that the
outcome of these matters or other litigation incidental to its operations and
involving, among other matters, competition issues and commercial transactions,
will result in a liability which would have a material effect on the
consolidated financial position or results of operations of Philips.
Significant changes
Not applicable.
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Item 9. The offer and listing
The Common Shares of the Company are listed on the stock market of Euronext
Amsterdam, on six other European stock exchanges and on the New York Stock
Exchange. The principal markets for the Common Shares are the Amsterdam, New
York and London Stock Exchanges.
The following table shows the high and low sales prices of the Common Shares on
the stock market of Euronext Amsterdam as reported in the Official Price List
and the high and low sales prices on the New York Stock Exchange:
Euronext New York
Amsterdam (EUR) stock exchange (US$)
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high low high low
1997 20.28 7.71 22.25 9.75
1998 23.18 9.03 25.75 10.50
1999 33.75 14.14 34.13 16.38
2000 1st quarter 54.50 30.39 53.67 32.99
2nd quarter 56.75 36.70 55.15 37.50
3rd quarter 58.30 44.11 55.80 40.00
4th quarter 49.35 34.13 43.31 31.00
2001 1st quarter 45.95 27.72 42.63 24.65
2nd quarter 39.11 26.95 34.10 23.35
3rd quarter 34.09 16.30 29.74 15.03
4th quarter 35.40 19.26 30.98 18.36
October 2001 26.90 19.26 23.87 18.36
November 2001 33.34 24.68 29.35 22.80
December 2001 35.40 29.83 30.98 26.65
January 2002 35.45 30.17 31.56 26.68
February 2002 32.40 27.64 28.35 24.41
March 2002 35.00 29.85 30.49 26.30
April 2002 (through April 16) 34.95 31.16 31.20 27.58
Item 10. Additional information
Articles of association
For a general description of Philips' Articles of Association see Philips'
Report on Form 6-K filed with the SEC on May 2, 2002, which is incorporated
herein by reference.
Exchange controls
There are currently no limitations, either under the laws of the Netherlands or
in the Articles of Association of the Company, to the rights of non-residents to
hold or vote Common Shares of the Company. Cash dividends payable in euros on
Netherlands registered shares and bearer shares may be officially transferred
from the Netherlands and converted into any other currency without Dutch legal
restrictions, except that for statistical purposes such payments and
transactions must be reported to the Dutch Central Bank, and furthermore, no
payments, including dividend payments, may be made to jurisdictions subject to
sanctions adopted by the government of the Netherlands and implementing
resolutions of the Security Council of the United Nations.
The Articles of Association of the Company provide that cash distributions on
Shares of New York Registry shall be paid in US dollars, converted at the rate
of exchange on the stock market of Euronext Amsterdam at the close of business
on the day fixed and announced for that purpose by the Board of Management in
accordance with the Company's Articles of Association.
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Taxation
The statements below are only a summary of the present Netherlands tax laws and
the Tax Convention of December 18, 1992 between the United States of America and
the Kingdom of the Netherlands (the US Tax Treaty) and are not to be read as
extending by implication to matters not specifically referred to herein. As to
individual tax consequences, investors in the Common Shares should consult their
own tax advisors.
WITHHOLDING TAX
In general, a dividend distributed by a company resident in the Netherlands
(such as the Company) is subject to a withholding tax imposed by the Netherlands
at a rate of 25%. Stock dividends paid out of the Company's paid-in share
premium recognized for Netherlands tax purposes are not subject to the above
mentioned withholding tax.
Pursuant to the provisions of the US Tax Treaty, dividends paid by the Company
to a beneficial owner of shares (as defined in Dutch Dividend Tax Act) and who
is a resident of the United States (as defined in the US Tax Treaty), are
generally eligible for a reduction in the rate of Dutch withholding tax to 15%,
unless (i) the beneficial owner of the dividends carries on business in the
Netherlands through a permanent establishment, or performs independent personal
services in the Netherlands from a fixed base, and the Common Shares form part
of the business property of such permanent establishment or pertain to such
fixed base, or (ii) the beneficial owner of the dividends is not entitled to the
benefits of the US Tax Treaty under the "treaty-shopping" provisions thereof.
Dividends paid to qualifying exempt US pension trusts and qualifying exempt US
organizations are exempt from Dutch withholding tax under the US Tax Treaty.
However, for qualifying exempt US organizations no exemption at source upon
payment of the dividend can be applied for; such exempt US organizations should
apply for a refund of the 25% withholding tax.
The gross amount (including the withheld amount) of dividends distributed on
Common Shares will be dividend income to the US shareholder, not eligible for
the dividends received deduction generally allowed to corporations. However,
subject to certain conditions and limitations, the Dutch withholding tax will be
treated as a foreign income tax that is eligible for credit against the
shareholder's US income taxes.
CAPITAL GAINS
Capital gains upon the sale or exchange of Common Shares by a non-resident
individual or by a non-resident corporation of the Netherlands are exempt from
Dutch income tax, corporation tax or withholding tax, unless (i) such gains are
effectively connected with a permanent establishment in the Netherlands of the
shareholders' trade or business or (ii) are derived from a direct, indirect or
deemed substantial participation in the share capital of a company (such
substantial participation not being a business asset).
In general, an individual has a substantial participation if he holds either
directly or indirectly and either independently or jointly with his spouse or
steady partner, at least 5% of the total issued share capital or particular
class of shares of a company. For determining a substantial participation, other
shares held by close relatives are taken into account. The same applies to
options to buy shares. A deemed substantial participation amongst others exists
if (part of) a substantial participation has been disposed of, or is deemed to
have been disposed of, on a non-recognition basis. Under the US Tax Treaty,
however, the Netherlands may only tax a capital gain that is derived by an
alienator who is an US resident under the US Tax Treaty and is not disqualified
from treaty benefits under the treaty-shopping rules from a substantial
participation and that is not effectively connected with a permanent
establishment in The Netherlands if the alienator has been a resident of the
Netherlands at any time during the five-year period preceding the alienation,
and owned at the time of alienation either alone or together with his relatives,
at least 25% of any class of shares.
NET WEALTH TAX
As of January 1, 2002, for foreign shareholders no net wealth tax is levied in
the Netherlands.
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ESTATE AND GIFT TAXES
No estate, inheritance or gift taxes are imposed by the Netherlands on the
transfer of Common Shares if, at the time of the death of the shareholder or the
transfer of the Common Shares (as the case may be), such shareholder or
transferor is not a resident of the Netherlands, unless such Common Shares are
attributable to a permanent establishment or permanent representative of the
shareholder in the Netherlands.
Inheritance or gift taxes (as the case may be) are due, however, if such
shareholder or transferor:
(a) has Dutch nationality and has been a resident of the Netherlands at any time
during the ten years preceding the time of the death or transfer; or
(b) has no Dutch nationality but has been a resident of the Netherlands at any
time during the twelve months preceding the time of transfer (for
Netherlands gift taxes only).
Documents on display
It is possible to read and copy documents referred to in this annual report on
Form 20-F that have been filed with the SEC at the SEC's public reference room
located at 450 Fifth Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20549. Please call the SEC at
1-800-SEC-0330 for further information on the public reference rooms and their
copy charges.
Item 11. Quantitative and qualitative disclosure about market risk
The information required by this Item is incorporated by reference herein on
pages 28 through 33 of the 2001 Annual Report - Financial Statements and
Analysis.
Item 12. Description of securities other than equity securities
Not applicable.
Item 13. Defaults, dividend arrearages and delinquencies
None.
Item 14. Material modifications to the rights of security holders and use of
proceeds
None.
Item 15. Reserved
Item 16. Reserved
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Item 17. Financial statements
Philips is furnishing the Financial Statements pursuant to the instructions of
Item 18 of Form 20-F.
Item 18. Financial statements
The following portions of the Company's 2001 Annual Report - Financial
Statements and Analysis - as set forth on pages 38 through 99 are incorporated
herein by reference and constitute the Company's response to this Item:
"Accounting policies"
"Consolidated statements of income of the Philips Group"
"Consolidated balance sheets of the Philips Group"
"Consolidated statements of cash flows of the Philips Group"
"Consolidated statements of changes in stockholders' equity of the Philips
Group"
"Notes to the consolidated financial statements of the Philips Group"
Schedules:
Schedules are omitted as they are either not required or the required
information is included in the consolidated financial statements.
Related party transactions (unaudited)
Transactions between Group and unconsolidated companies and other security
investments mainly comprise sales and purchases of goods and services in the
ordinary course of business on terms substantially equivalent to those that
would be negotiated on an arm's length basis. In 2001, sales to these companies
amounted to EUR 164 million and purchases from these companies amounted to EUR
1,166 million. Balances outstanding at December 31, 2001 in respect of the above
transactions were receivables of EUR 28 million and payables of EUR 149 million.
Outstanding loans to affiliates amount to EUR 462 million, of which EUR 431
million relates to the 3.5% redeemable preferred shares of Taiwan Semiconductor
Manufacturing Co.
Furthermore, Philips has agreed to make USD 200 million in debt guarantees and
USD 125 million equity contribution available to the LG. Philips Displays joint
venture, with matching amounts from LGE.
Pro Forma results Agilent and Marconi (unaudited)
The following represents the pro forma results of ongoing operations for Philips
and Agilent and Marconi for 2001 and 2000 as though those acquisitions had
occurred on January 1, 2000. The pro forma information, however, is not
necessarily indicative of the results that would have resulted had the
acquisition occurred at the beginning of 2000, nor is it necessarily indicative
of future results.
in millions of euro December 31,
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2001 2000
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Total sales 34,756 40,805
Income from continuing operations (2,591) 9,373
Net income (2,591) 9,373
Earnings per share (2.03) 7.14
Note: for comparison reasons, the write-off of acquired IPR&D amounting to
EUR 106 million, net of taxes EUR 69 million, is eliminated from the
2001 figures.
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Item 19. Exhibits
INDEX OF EXHIBITS
Exhibit 2 (b) (1) The total amount of long-term debt securities of the
Registrant and its subsidiaries authorized under any one
instrument does not exceed 10% of the total assets of
Philips and its subsidiaries on a consolidated basis.
Philips agrees to furnish copies of any or all such
instruments to the Securities and Exchange Commission upon
request.
Exhibit 8 List of Significant Subsidiaries.
Exhibit 10 (a) Independent auditors' report and consent of the independent
auditors.
Exhibit 10 (b) (1) The 2001 Annual Report to Shareholders of the Company,
consisting of the Management Report and Financial Statements
and Analysis, which is furnished to the Securities and
Exchange Commission for information only and is not filed
except for such specific portions that are expressly
incorporated by reference in this report on Form 20-F.
Exhibit 10 (b) (2) Philips' first Quarterly Report 2002, which is incorporated
by reference in this report on Form 20-F.
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SIGNATURES
The registrant hereby certifies that it meets all of the requirements for
filing on Form 20-F and that it has duly caused and authorized the undersigned
to sign this annual report on its behalf.
KONINKLIJKE PHILIPS ELECTRONICS N.V.
/s/ G.J. Kleisterlee /s/ J.H.M. Hommen
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G.J. Kleisterlee J.H.M. Hommen
(President, Chairman (Vice-Chairman
of the Board of Management and of the Board of
the Group Management Committee) Management, Member of the
General Management Committee
and Chief Financial Officer)
Registrant
Date: May 2, 2002
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